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| Bart Bailey 2005-10-21, 11:48 pm |
| Been thinking of 'upgrading' from my old 12XL to one of the newer
database agile GPSMAP 76 models. I don't expect better accuracy, that
being a function of satellite availability etc. but think I might enjoy
the TFT versus LCD display and some other features.
Is there any consensus opinion on whether the increasing amount of
improvements through the GPSMAP series (76, 76s, 76c, 76cs) warrants the
increasing cost? Is there a point of diminishing returns that would say
at least go for model #2, but no need to go to #3?
I'm thinking at least 76c and maybe even 76cs
It looks like the additional $50 gets a barometer, compass, and reduced
battery time, all else being comparable.
http://www.garmin.com/outdoor/compare.jsp
BTW: My 12XL is an early v.201 about a decade old and I don't think it's
even able to take any advanced database upload.
Now wishing I'd saved my 45, could start a museum <g>
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Bart
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| Brian Ludwig 2005-10-22, 2:48 am |
| Hi Bart
I have a MAP76S for sale as I have upgraded to the MAP 76CS.
If you are interested the price is £200 British Pounds and it is fully boxed
in PERFECT condition.
Regards
Brian (Edinburgh - Scotland)
"Bart Bailey" <me2@privacy.net> wrote in message
news:435c685e.5111103@bart.spawar.mil...
> Been thinking of 'upgrading' from my old 12XL to one of the newer
> database agile GPSMAP 76 models. I don't expect better accuracy, that
> being a function of satellite availability etc. but think I might enjoy
> the TFT versus LCD display and some other features.
> Is there any consensus opinion on whether the increasing amount of
> improvements through the GPSMAP series (76, 76s, 76c, 76cs) warrants the
> increasing cost? Is there a point of diminishing returns that would say
> at least go for model #2, but no need to go to #3?
> I'm thinking at least 76c and maybe even 76cs
> It looks like the additional $50 gets a barometer, compass, and reduced
> battery time, all else being comparable.
> http://www.garmin.com/outdoor/compare.jsp
>
> BTW: My 12XL is an early v.201 about a decade old and I don't think it's
> even able to take any advanced database upload.
> Now wishing I'd saved my 45, could start a museum <g>
>
> --
>
> Bart
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| Bart Bailey 2005-10-22, 2:48 am |
| In Message-ID:<ltj6f.65197$U9.2878@fe3.news.blueyonder.co.uk> posted on
Sat, 22 Oct 2005 04:45:05 GMT, Brian Ludwig wrote: Begin
>I have upgraded to the MAP 76CS.
I've about decided to give myself an early Hogmanay gift of the 76CS,
mine should be here within a fortnight.
How do you like yours, any regrets, surprises?
Your transition wasn't as drastic as mine will be,
since you're already used to the 76 series.
--
Bart
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Bart Bailey wrote:
> In Message-ID:<ltj6f.65197$U9.2878@fe3.news.blueyonder.co.uk> posted on
> Sat, 22 Oct 2005 04:45:05 GMT, Brian Ludwig wrote: Begin
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>
> I've about decided to give myself an early Hogmanay gift of the 76CS,
> mine should be here within a fortnight.
> How do you like yours, any regrets, surprises?
I upgraded from a GIII+ to the 76CS. I love it! My only surprise is
that I use the compass more when hiking than I thought I would. It's
just convenient sometimes. No regrets at all. Of course, I also
bought Garmin's City Select maps to use with it. If you want it to
autoroute, you'll need those. Without them you'll miss most of the
best benefits of this unit.
You may want to consider joining these Yahoo groups:
<http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Garmin_GPSmap_76C/>
<http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ Garm...0C_60CS
/>
There is a lot of really useful information and other stuff available
from these groups. You have to join and be approved for membership,
but that's just to help keep spammers out.
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| Brian Ludwig 2005-10-22, 5:48 pm |
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"Bart Bailey" <me2@privacy.net> wrote in message
news:435ac899.3337240@bart.spawar.mil...
> In Message-ID:<ltj6f.65197$U9.2878@fe3.news.blueyonder.co.uk> posted on
> Sat, 22 Oct 2005 04:45:05 GMT, Brian Ludwig wrote: Begin
>
>
> I've about decided to give myself an early Hogmanay gift of the 76CS,
> mine should be here within a fortnight.
> How do you like yours, any regrets, surprises?
> Your transition wasn't as drastic as mine will be,
> since you're already used to the 76 series.
>
> --
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> Bart
Hi Bart
Actually my transition was every bit as great as yours !
I went from a GPS 12 to the MAP76S and loved it.
I ws in Tenerife in August and saw in a reputable shop (yes there are some
there) a MAP 76CS and fell in love after handling it. No regrets at all,
the colours help and it is faster than the 76S but only marginally. The
layout is different but the functionality is similiar and easy to use.
Hope you enjoy your present and let me know if I can give any assistance.
If you wish to mail me direct my address is Brian.Ludwig@Blueyonder.no.spam
replace the no for co and spam for uk and you'll get me.
Cheers
Brian
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| Bart Bailey 2005-10-22, 11:48 pm |
| In Message-ID:<PYu6f.165408$RW.102890@fe2.news.blueyonder.co.uk> posted
on Sat, 22 Oct 2005 17:49:35 GMT, Brian Ludwig wrote: Begin
>the colours help and it is faster than the 76S but only marginally.
I would guess the it's the same receiver and processor in both,
is it perhaps the display algorithms that appear to present faster?
I also notice a slight reduction in pixel density between the 76s and
the 76cs (240 x 180 versus 240 x 160) and suppose that is offset by the
visual advantage of color without seriously affecting resolution.
Compared to the 100 x 64 of my current 12xl, it'll be a dream.
>The
>layout is different but the functionality is similiar and easy to use.
The learning curve on my 12xl wasn't as steep as my initial 45
because I had learned the vernacular by then <g>
--
Bart
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| Bart Bailey 2005-10-22, 11:48 pm |
| In Message-ID:<1130001308.779510.190670@g14g2000cwa.googlegroups.com>
posted on 22 Oct 2005 10:15:08 -0700, Roy wrote: Begin
>My only surprise is
>that I use the compass more when hiking than I thought I would. It's
>just convenient sometimes.
Currently I use a Suunto KB-14 http://tinyurl.com/96ftp
but I have to stop my bicycle to use it effectively and think the 76CS's
would be more convenient when mounted on my handlebars.
--
Bart
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| Brian Ludwig 2005-10-23, 5:48 pm |
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"Bart Bailey" <me2@privacy.net> wrote in message
news:435fa508.5960268@bart.spawar.mil...
> In Message-ID:<PYu6f.165408$RW.102890@fe2.news.blueyonder.co.uk> posted
> on Sat, 22 Oct 2005 17:49:35 GMT, Brian Ludwig wrote: Begin
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>
>
> I would guess the it's the same receiver and processor in both,
> is it perhaps the display algorithms that appear to present faster?
>
> I also notice a slight reduction in pixel density between the 76s and
> the 76cs (240 x 180 versus 240 x 160) and suppose that is offset by the
> visual advantage of color without seriously affecting resolution.
> Compared to the 100 x 64 of my current 12xl, it'll be a dream.
>
>
> The learning curve on my 12xl wasn't as steep as my initial 45
> because I had learned the vernacular by then <g>
>
> --
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> Bart
The 76CS also only uses 2 battieries and not 4 as in the 12XL.
The dislay differences are the fist thing to get used to and remember the
maps included with the 76CS is not 'completely' accurate especially when you
zoom in.
Have fun !
Brian
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| Bart Bailey 2005-10-23, 11:48 pm |
| In Message-ID:<oyJ6f.43997$MF6.12985@fe1.news.blueyonder.co.uk> posted
on Sun, 23 Oct 2005 10:25:24 GMT, Brian Ludwig wrote: Begin
>The 76CS also only uses 2 battieries and not 4 as in the 12XL.
I'll be able to free up a couple of the NiMH's for something else <g>
>The dislay differences are the fist thing to get used to and remember the
>maps included with the 76CS is not 'completely' accurate especially when you
>zoom in.
Curious; does the burnt in firmware include bike paths?
I'll probably be developing some personal favorite routes
even if the old ones from the 12xl are transferable.
>Have fun !
thanks
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Bart
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Bart Bailey wrote:
> In Message-ID:<1130001308.779510.190670@g14g2000cwa.googlegroups.com>
> posted on 22 Oct 2005 10:15:08 -0700,
> Currently I use a Suunto KB-14 http://tinyurl.com/96ftp
> but I have to stop my bicycle to use it effectively and think the 76CS's
> would be more convenient when mounted on my handlebars.
If you want to view a compass while riding, I recommend that you either
deactivate the magnetic compass by pressing and holding PAGE, or set
your preferences in the compass setup to deactivate the magnetic
compass when moving more than, say, 4 mph. When you're moving, the
receiver can calculate direction from GPS, so you don't need the
magnetic compass.
The receiver needs to be held level for the magnetic compass to give
good readings, and that may not be how you want it positioned for
viewing while riding. In addition, the readings will probably be
adversely affected by the metal in your bike. Because of this, you may
want to continue carrying your Sunnto to get bearings while stationary.
You can hold it away from the bike. Either that, or take the 76CS out
of the mount and hold it away from the bike.
Because the compass draws heavily from the batteries, I keep mine
turned off and manually turn it on only when I want to use it for a
specific reason. Pressing and holding the PAGE button toggles it off
and on and if you turn it off with this method, it will stay off until
you turn it back on with the PAGE button.
Also be aware that you need to recalibrate the compass every time you
change the batteries.
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| Bart Bailey 2005-10-24, 5:48 pm |
| In Message-ID:<1130122065.685973.28900@z14g2000cwz.googlegroups.com>
posted on 23 Oct 2005 19:47:45 -0700, Roy wrote: Begin
>
>Bart Bailey wrote:
>
>If you want to view a compass while riding, I recommend that you either
>deactivate the magnetic compass by pressing and holding PAGE, or set
>your preferences in the compass setup to deactivate the magnetic
>compass when moving more than, say, 4 mph. When you're moving, the
>receiver can calculate direction from GPS, so you don't need the
>magnetic compass.
>The receiver needs to be held level for the magnetic compass to give
>good readings, and that may not be how you want it positioned for
>viewing while riding. In addition, the readings will probably be
>adversely affected by the metal in your bike. Because of this, you may
>want to continue carrying your Sunnto to get bearings while stationary.
> You can hold it away from the bike. Either that, or take the 76CS out
>of the mount and hold it away from the bike.
>
>Because the compass draws heavily from the batteries, I keep mine
>turned off and manually turn it on only when I want to use it for a
>specific reason. Pressing and holding the PAGE button toggles it off
>and on and if you turn it off with this method, it will stay off until
>you turn it back on with the PAGE button.
>
>Also be aware that you need to recalibrate the compass every time you
>change the batteries.
Thanks Roy,
Mine hasn't arrived yet and I already feel ahead of the curve <g>
--
Bart
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