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 Topic: Converting some tiles to Memory-Map |
AllyCat
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 Forum: Memory-Map Posted: Fri Jul 25, 2014 5:38 pm Subject: Converting some tiles to Memory-Map |
Hi,
How many tiles have you to merge (under ten, hundreds, thousands)?
It's several years since doing it, but I merged all the OS Streetview tiles which were supplied in 0.5 km squares ! Sadly, ... |
| Topic: Memory Map S7000 |
AllyCat
Replies: 3
Views: 7867
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Forum: Memory-Map Posted: Thu Sep 20, 2012 10:11 am Subject: Memory Map S7000 |
Hi,
Are you referring to using the database with the M-M software or the Snooper road navigation software? This section is really only concerned with the M-M software (i.e. OS, etc. mapping). For ... |
| Topic: Garmin GPS 72 and WAAS/EGNOS |
AllyCat
Replies: 5
Views: 10269
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Forum: Garmin Handheld GPS Receivers Posted: Fri Jul 13, 2012 1:04 pm Subject: Garmin GPS 72 and WAAS/EGNOS |
Hi Peter,
Sorry for my late reply. As I described above, I'm not enthusiastic about the benefits of WAAS/EGNOS (for "amateur" applications) and rarely try to use it. Also, I "replaced" my GPS76 w ... |
| Topic: Basic (cheap!) Gps Requirement - eTrex10 |
AllyCat
Replies: 7
Views: 10837
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Forum: Garmin Handheld GPS Receivers Posted: Thu Jul 05, 2012 10:22 am Subject: Basic (cheap!) Gps Requirement - eTrex10 |
Hi,
Originally, I ignored this thread as I don't have an etrex 10, but it appears that noboldy else has either. Yes, I'm fairly sure that any etrex will do what you want (within the constraints of ... |
| Topic: Elevation Data |
AllyCat
Replies: 7
Views: 6313
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Forum: Satmap Active 10 Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2012 6:25 pm Subject: Elevation Data |
Hi,
Probably because it's a lot easier to change data in the Satsync files than "burned" into the Satmap's ROM.
The OSGB's elevation data should be very accurate, but I don't think it's "free" a ... |
| Topic: Elevation Data |
AllyCat
Replies: 7
Views: 6313
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Forum: Satmap Active 10 Posted: Mon Mar 19, 2012 10:50 am Subject: Elevation Data |
On the height issue. I am fairly sure that Satmap (and others) work on average altitude for grid squares. So if you are in a square then that is your altitude ....Hi,
IMHO that's not strictly cor ... |
| Topic: Seiko Unveil The World's First GPS Solar Watch |
AllyCat
Replies: 30
Views: 24157
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Forum: News And Latest Information Posted: Sat Mar 10, 2012 12:54 pm Subject: Seiko Unveil The World's First GPS Solar Watch |
Hi,
Yes, I have one of those watches as well. As long as you consider "the wilds" to be anywhere where there are no RTS broadcasts, such as (AFAIK) Australasia, South America, Asia (except Japan) ... |
| Topic: Seiko Unveil The World's First GPS Solar Watch |
AllyCat
Replies: 30
Views: 24157
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Forum: News And Latest Information Posted: Sat Mar 10, 2012 11:04 am Subject: Seiko Unveil The World's First GPS Solar Watch |
Hi,
Since GPS signals tend to be in short supply in aircraft, airport buildings and even trains (metallised windows) I wonder how long it actually takes to update its time zone? IMHO WiFi localisa ... |
| Topic: Should I buy a Satmap or Similar Device? |
AllyCat
Replies: 40
Views: 26013
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Forum: Satmap Active 10 Posted: Wed Feb 29, 2012 1:06 pm Subject: Should I buy a Satmap or Similar Device? |
Hi,
IMHO an extra £50 for a full GB 50k map card and LiPol battery pack, etc. is far better value. 
Yes the OS maps are quite expensive but then so are the paper ones and these are w ... |
| Topic: Should I buy a Satmap or Similar Device? |
AllyCat
Replies: 40
Views: 26013
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Forum: Satmap Active 10 Posted: Wed Feb 29, 2012 12:11 pm Subject: Should I buy a Satmap or Similar Device? |
£400 for a top quality GPS with full GB 1:50k mapping is pretty good value in my book.Hi,
[url=http://www.amazon.co.uk/Satmap-Active-10-Plus-Outdoor/dp/product-description/B0049A2S70/ref=dp_proddes ... |
| Topic: TrafficMaster Freeway / Oracle |
AllyCat
Replies: 1
Views: 2823
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Forum: News And Latest Information Posted: Tue Feb 14, 2012 12:07 pm Subject: TrafficMaster Freeway / Oracle |
Hi,
Thanks for the heads-up and yes how sad. 
I suppose I can't really complain as I believe my original hardware (branded Cellnet) cost £9.95 and wired-into the car (using a cigar light ... |
| Topic: PocketGPSWorld Exclusive - Memory-Map For Android |
AllyCat
Replies: 10
Views: 13918
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Forum: Memory-Map Posted: Tue Dec 13, 2011 11:19 am Subject: PocketGPSWorld Exclusive - Memory-Map For Android |
Hi,
The Android App is currently available in Beta form and you can get a free 30 day trial license (which needs to be "reset" each time an update is released). More details on the Memory Map foru ... |
| Topic: PocketGPSWorld Exclusive - Memory-Map For Android |
AllyCat
Replies: 10
Views: 13918
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Forum: Memory-Map Posted: Tue Dec 13, 2011 11:04 am Subject: PocketGPSWorld Exclusive - Memory-Map For Android |
Of two mentions of "Classic Map Compatibility option" searchable via google, one mention is from this site and the other in relation to iPhone.Hi,
Yes MM, as with their iPhone/Pad App, are changin ... |
| Topic: GPSmap 62st Position Error |
AllyCat
Replies: 3
Views: 7503
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Forum: Garmin Handheld GPS Receivers Posted: Thu Nov 03, 2011 11:46 am Subject: Re: GPSmap 62st Position Error |
The path I was walking on seemed to be out of position by quite a few metres,Hi,
Generally the "bundled" maps are just not that accurate. Garmin will probably charge you hundreds of Euros/Pounds/D ... |
| Topic: 1:10k maps |
AllyCat
Replies: 5
Views: 5182
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Forum: Satmap Active 10 Posted: Mon Oct 17, 2011 11:32 am Subject: 1:10k maps |
Hi,
You can also view them interactively on the bikehike website, see [url=http://www.pocketgpsworld.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=87272&postdays=0&postorder=asc& ... |
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