Depends on the accuracy you hope to achieve, but you might want to look at the OpenMoko Freerunner. This has the advantage of also being a mobile phone i.e. the data being gathered can be synchronised with a server whenever there is a mobile signal, as well as be reviewed with gvSIG locally. The Freerunner also has a real mini USB port i.e. not just for charging, it can also be used with a proper keyboard.
Regards Chris ----- "RAVI KUMAR" <[email protected]> wrote: > Hi, > wish to introduce 'Mobile Mapping for administration', with open GIS > in India. > > OpenGIS software: > I find only BeeGIS and GVSIG, compatible with direct (online) data > logging > as well as off-line (when not surveying)possible. Will be happy to > have pointers on other Open GIS software. > > Which GPS: > wish to experiment with GPS before suggesting to the users on a > combination > of GPS (data logger) which can be used for collecting data and loading > the same in the evening after work, on any computer. > > Accuracy: What are the merits I have to look for such that best > possible accuracy (near equator or Latitude less than 20 Deg North). > > Cost: This is the most important factor, as the budget is modest. > > Scenario: > 1. Logger Pedals, GPS in pocket set to log location every 5 seconds. > 2. Note time and notes on a scribble pad in local language. (the data > logger only carries the GPS, even may not be aware of its function) > 3. Back at the base the GPS and notes are deposited with a system > operator > who will log the data through bluetooth, and offer it to local > administration on tasks like, Garbage removal, school attendance or > even traffic snarls. > > This will help in the second step of a project where base GIS data is > readied, and awaits societal use. > > Cheers > > Ravi Kumar > > > Cricket on your mind? Visit the ultimate cricket website. Enter > http://beta.cricket.yahoo.com > _______________________________________________ > Discuss mailing list > [email protected] > http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/discuss ------ Files attached to this email may be in ISO 26300 format (OASIS Open Document Format). If you have difficulty opening them, please visit http://iso26300.info for more information. _______________________________________________ Discuss mailing list [email protected] http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/discuss
