Which GPS for Oziexplorer

Hi Barnesy.

I'm using an entry level Garmin Etrex H (make sure it's an "H' - earlier models have been superseded and are not nearly as good on satt pick-up) - it will do anything you need re the satt-OE interface.

I also use a slightly better optioned (still entry levelish Gamin 72, but it's a b***** in forests for pick-up.

Cheers.

Not sure whether you mean what GPS to use hooked up to a Laptop or just a unit that runs Oziexplorer stand alone.

I honestly can't see Ozi being of much use on anything with a screen smaller than 3.5inches and i run a minimum of 2gig SD card to hold maps.

Hi Barnesy
I run a Garmin 60Cx, (with Shonky, T4A and Blue Chart Mapsets) which runs on two AA batteries while handheld, when in the vehicle it sit's in a cradle and a power lead to a cig soc. When touring I down load the day's trip to OziExplorer on the laptop. While mobile I use a Garmin Nuvi which runs CN2010, Shonky, T4A, Oztopo and Topo Aust and Contours Aust map sets. Seems to work for me.
Cheers
Neil

Barnsey, you have asked about Oziexplorer and I guess for a particular reason. Oziexplorer runs on Windows or you use the cut down version which runs on Windows CE and is OziexplorerCE.

To get the best out of OziCE you need to version that runs on your computer too to transfer tracks to or from and the like.

The hand held computers that run OziCE are the units like the VMS Touring, HEMA, PDAs like HP, Dell, Mio.

It appears that none of the people that have answered you, but have other solutions. I use a VMS in dash unit which gives me great flexibility of maps, but it is the ones I mention above that use rechargeable batteries that are your best bet.

Look on eBay for any GPS with a 7" touch screen.

Usually around $250 to $350

Often come with reversing camera.
Adverts usually will say can take SDHC card...which means greater than 4gig SD card
Also adverts often say product can run OziExplorer although they do come with talkie gps software.
Many have socket to attach an external gps anntena as well.
Make sure you get a GPS with up to date version of Windoze mobile etc...

After owning five GPS of varying brands it only confirmed my belief that branding, brand loyalty etc is a great excuse for ripping people off. Worst experiences were with well known brands...small, not intuitive to use, expensive and difficult to get parts and cables for.

Good Luck!

Hi Barnsey
There are 2 ways that you can run Ozi, with both units quite different. I use both for various reasons and both are as good as each other.

1. If you do not wish to disconnect the GPS once you have Ozi as a moving map, the BU 353 mouse type GPS receiver is the way to go. They are great units, very small, acquire a fix very quick and are usually under $100

2. If you wish to remove the GPS from the laptop and use it for various reason, most good quality hand held GPS units like Garmin are the way to go. I use this mode for when I locate Degree Confluences and wish to log tracks while either walking or on the water.

Below is a picture of a Garmin GPS unit that I mount to my Kayaks, so I can log a track file of my various paddles.

I hope that this is what you were after.

Cheers

Stephen

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I am just like you New to all this GPS / Oziexporer stuff. Its taken me 2 weeks to get a handle on OZI. I use a mouse GPS receiver connected to Lap top for moving map and plotting. Works Great

However I would like a normal GPS to run the Maps. There is a fancy one for $999 that runs the Hema Maps ect. Toooo Many $$$$$

I have a Nuvie and I am getting my Computer Nerd Mate to see if he can load the maps on to it. ???? Including Treks and other Map Objects created on the Lap top or imported from Exploreoz. I hope this is possible????

Cheers
Wayne B

Thanks to all for answering. I thought my question was precise but now I'm confronted with even more info on various gps systems. I will look up what others have said.

I'm after a handheld gps that can be plugged into the laptop to pinpoint my location on Oziexplorer, but alsi be able to use it for fishing, hiking etc. The ability to upload maps onto the unit would be handy but not essential.

Cheers
ps by the way it is me who asked the question. I just renewed my membership after being out bush for a coupke of years having poor access to internet.

We put one of these AVNC 300 units from VMS in the dash. Fits right in. No stuffing around with laptops and connects to the old PC I setup in the garage on the home LAN. Quite expensive but so far happy we spent the extra. Its a double DIN unit that is fully integrated into the cars wiring. Has all the extras like blue tooth, Ipod USB, rear camera, etc etc etc. If you want that stuff its there for you. Me!! I don't even use a mobile phone.

Like I said exxy but worth it. Full warranty, backup and excellent after sales service and no cables running to a PC in the back. No PC on the floor to get dirty and/or wet.

Link: VMS AVNC 3000

At least it will give you an idea of what's out there.

Phil