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Location: Lake Country, Wisconsin | Alright guys, for Xmas, I just received the handheld Lowrence H20 GPS unit. I spend most of my time fishing NW Ontario, Minnesota, and maybe a little bit of Northern WI.
I know NOTHING about this stuff ( although I am sure I will learn in time). What software programs/tools should I go out and buy or download so I can get the most out of this unit? Any help would be appreciated |
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Location: Muskegon Michigan | For Minnestoa you will need the maps chip for North America. I have the Navionics gold north. It works in all three of my Lowrance G.P.S. units. 3500C ,Global 4800, and my new ifinder H20. There are other map chips as well. Deciding on the one that is best for you is the tough part. I like the Navionics just fine. We fish Michigan and Lake St. Clair. W e also fish the Indiana and Ohio Lakes so we have the Eastern one as well. Kingfisher |
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Location: Yahara River Chain | Like Kingfisher says, get maps from Navionics. I have the North (it has ND, SD IA, MN, WI, & MI) and the Canada chip for my iFinder H2OC.
As far as learning to use it, our club normally has a class in March and we have a GPS instructor explaining how to use one. (Our muskie club is in Madison WI).
Other than that, ask someone in your area to take you out and use it and help you understand your new unit. Should be someone on this board willing to help you out. |
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Location: Athens, Ohio | If I may suggest: Go to one of Gregg Thomas' Cabin Fever Clinics, he will walk you thru all that stuff in his presentation. See the link for info anchored at the top of the General Topics board fopr details. Also, Lowrance has a tutorial on their website. m |
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Location: The Sportsman, home, or out on the water | When I got my Garmin, I read the handbook cover-to-cover. I still went out and bought the instructional video. Worth every penny. |
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Location: On your favorite spot | Just take in your truck with you, mess around with it in the backyard, and get used to the display. Chips will help you but there's alot you can do without. I've been using simple handheld for 5 years now without chips, although I'll upgrade soon, and understanding how you display translates in real life in the vehicle or on the water is key.
With a little practice you'll be surprized how much a GPS will enhance your fishing experience. |
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