Software Update for the Garmin eTrex 20 and 30
by Rebecca Pearson on Feb 13, 2012 |
 On February 10, 2012, Garmin released a software update for the eTrex 20 and 30. Software version 2.61 provides an improved GPS response at low speeds. With the latest software, users should be able to receive a stronger GPS signal than before. The update requires an ...
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Tags: Garmin, software, update, version, eTrex 20, eTrex 30, improved, GPS, handheld, Beta testing, 2011, Windows, outdoor, handheld, electronic compass, barometric altimeter |
Related Items: Garmin eTrex 20, Garmin eTrex 30 |
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LightSquared Testing Results Show GPS Interference
by Rebecca Pearson on Jun 15, 2011 |
 LightSquared has completed its initial round of testing and is expected to present the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with a report today. The report, compiled by LightSquared and a GPS industry group, acknowledges GPS interference during the initial round of testing the proposed 4G wireless ...
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Tags: LightSquared, 4G, wireless network, GPS, signal, testing, interference, FCC, FAA, satellite, report, aviation, military |
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Flight Advisory for GPS Testing in New Mexico
by Rebecca Pearson on May 24, 2011 |
Effective yesterday, May 23, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a flight advisory for Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. The testing is expected to run through July 1, 2011 and may cause unreliable GPS signals in the area.
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Tags: testing, GPS, New Mexico, Truth or Consequences, FAA, flight advisory, NOTAM |
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Garmin Releases the Beta Version of BaseCamp 3.2
by Rebecca Pearson on May 17, 2011 |
 Last week, Garmin released a beta version of their BaseCamp 3.2. The company introduced the software in their Garmin Forums to encourage users to provide feedback. Since BaseCamp 3.2 is a beta version, Garmin warns users that it is an incomplete product and still undergoing extensive ...
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Tags: Garmin, BaseCamp 3.2, update, beta, software, forums, testing |
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Possible Interruptions in GPS Signals for Southeastern United States
by Roxanne Laverty on Jan 24, 2011 |
 A notice from the Federal Aviation Administration warns of the possibility that GPS signals may become unavailable or unreliable. This is due to tests performed by the Department of Defense from January 20 to February 22, 2011.
While this may not affect the average GPS user, ...
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Tags: Defense, Department, Flight Advisory, testing, interruption, GPS, unreliable, unavailable, January, February, 2011, USA |
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