On Fri, Jan 1, 2010 at 11:16 AM, jbatey05 <[email protected]> wrote:
> I have a couple of questions. I was looking at using a T2 with a garmin > Nuvi 350. Was wondering if there are any other GPS's that might work > as well or better for a standard APRS set up, as the 350 is discontinued. What do you consider "standard"? There are a number of GPS units that output NMEA data which would be compatible with the OT2 and other APRS gear. Now, if you want to send the received waypoints back to the GPS, and be able to see them on screen, then that narrows down which GPS units you can use. You'll need a GPS that has a display. Now, if you consider "standard" to include being able to type messages on screen, you'll need a Nuvi 350. Some of the Nuvi line will allow you to type messages on screen, but don't plot waypoints "properly". You could use the AvMap G5... It will plot the waypoints properly, with the right icons as well. It won't do the messaging though. > Does anyone have any preferences for GPS? you know the answer to this one already... Nuvi 350. > I would like to use it with the FMI interface if that's possible. As has been discussed ad nauseum, the Nuvi 350 is the only unit that works "properly". Other Garmin units can do some of the functions, but none do the full meal deal properly. If there were another option other than the Nuvi 350, we're not keeping it a secret from everyone. James VE6SRV
