Thanks to all of you for the advice, both on and off reflector.
It had not occurred to me to use google earth, I think I'll try it and
see how it goes.
73,
Steve K8JQ
Roger (K8RI) wrote:
> Steve wrote:
>> I've used a Garmin ETREX for several years to determine latitude and
>> longitude of potential new QTH's. Sadly, my son borrowed it a few
>> months ago and shows no sign of returning it. :-\
>>
>> So I need to replace it. Any favorites out there for lat and lon
>> measurements? I do not particularly need the multi-hundred dollar
>> models that are commonly used for driving directions in automobiles.
>> Not necessarily opposed to them, but don't see spending the bucks if
>> something less costly will meet my needs.
>>
>> Any advice?
>>
> Two words,
>
> Google Earth. It'll probably give coordinates closer than the GPS and
> it's free. Besides, for most things I can read them off an
> aeronautical chart far closer than ever needed for ham radio.
> BTW I do use on of the new Garmin aviation hand helds, but it's
> usually hooked up where I can use the moving map display to good
> advantage.
>
> 73 and good luck
>
> Roger (K8RI)
> Roger (K8RI)
>
>> Thanks.
>>
>> Steve K8JQ
>>
>>
>
>
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