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06-02-2005, 08:32 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2000
Posts: 343
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GPS is a satellite positioning system that enables one to determine ones location on the planet in terms of latitude and longitude within about 15 feet (varies). If you understand the basics of lat/lon then the GPS is very simple as that is basically what it does. All other functions are driven by this simple piece of data.
Given ones position, the bearing and distance to another point (waypoint or destination) can be automatically determined and displayed.
Given an electronic chart, ones position can be overlayed on it to see exactly where one is on the chart, plus bearing. Speed comes from the difference in position within an increment of elapsed time .
While a GPS Chartplotter may include depth soundings from the chart, a GPS does not determine actual depth of the water in real time. For that one needs a sonar device such as a fishfinder/depth sounder. Garmin makes a combination unit that includes both. I have the 178C and like it.
Learn basic navigation and a GPS is very easy with the manuals.
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06-02-2005, 08:38 AM
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Which Way Did They Go
Join Date: Apr 2002
Location: Blackstone, MA
Posts: 1,147
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Well said CC..............
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06-02-2005, 09:38 AM
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D'oh
Join Date: May 2004
Location: RI
Posts: 3,296
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what c'coder said.
I have the Garmin 188c and love it.
Very very good detail on the chart.
Awesome sonar, even at 40 kts.
Easy to install.
Extremly accurate possitioning.
-Zac
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i bent my wookie
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06-02-2005, 09:42 AM
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lobster = striper bait
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Popes Island Performing Arts Center
Posts: 5,871
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wtf you need the fishfinder for at 40 knots?
goin out on the sled tonight, FINALLY it starts warming up.  |
Ski Quicks Hole
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06-02-2005, 10:02 AM
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D'oh
Join Date: May 2004
Location: RI
Posts: 3,296
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 LOL
don't need it, just cool that it still works! |
i bent my wookie
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06-02-2005, 10:12 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Bridgewater, MA
Posts: 2,040
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I have the Garmin 178c and it is extremely easy to use. My first boat and first GPS. Basic operation is almost self explantory based on the button names/layout. The manual helps for the more advanced operations like chartplotting, changing std settings, etc...
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--Mike Malone
2025 Sea Hunt Ultra 234
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06-02-2005, 12:25 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2001
Posts: 7,649
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Zac
she goes 40? awesome!
Uffa, if you really want to lear about gps take a course. it is pretty easy to learn the basics on your own but a hands on course is great. They are offered all summer by several boating org's...keep your eyes peeled. Also, I have a brand new in the box GARMIN GPS MAP 276C Land and Sea Package
I will let go for 650 (lists for 1100) comes with charts see:
http://www.striped-bass.com/Stripert...ad.php?t=23619
Last edited by Mr. Sandman; 06-02-2005 at 12:32 PM..
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