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OneAngryDwarf
08-04-2004, 08:28 AM
Which should I get...
the Pharos GPS Bluetooth with that Ostia software (i probably wouldn't subscribe to the extra features though i do have a gprs connection)
or
the Navman GPS Bluetooth unit with that mapping software that has a 3d view

Both are the same price... what would you do? Why? Tell me in no fewer than 2 words and no more than 1000 words. Hope all the kiddies out there are prepped up for school.
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FSRangecon
08-04-2004, 11:47 AM
I have used Dell axim x5 with ostia, Socket BluetoothGPS, and EMTAC TRINE CRUXII/BTGPS WAAS programable capability (CRUXII Pocket software and ESRI Arcpad). I have also used the Trimble GEOXT (WIN CE StrongArm) ruggedized, with integrated high accuracy GPS datalogger abd Post Processing with pathfinder pro and terra sync software ($5,000.00).

My suggestion would be to purchase the EMTAC TRINE CRUXII/BTGPS with socket Bluetooth Flashcard. If using outdoors under unsavory environmental conditions I would suggest purchase of an OTTERBOX for your PDR (portable data recorder/Pocket PC) as well as the smaller Otterbox to protect the BTGPS. 10 hour rechargable lithium battery which may be swapped with a spare as needed between charging periods. Great accuracy, Bluetooth wireless is sweet, and if you have 3 friends with bluetooth enabled PPCs' and they are in range of the BT transmitter +/-200' they too can get GPS on their PPCs' all at the same time.

OneAngryDwarf
08-04-2004, 04:38 PM
What software does that come with if any... which software is the best to use. Keep in mind, i don't plan on ever taking this out of my car unless i grab it and put it into somebody else's car temporarily... it will only be used for driving directions... That said, is there any technical specs i should make sure the hardware unit has (accuracy wise and all)?