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Mc Jeep wrote:Could someone tell me what kind of gps unit will hook up to my tm-710
ane where to get one
73's Mc Jep KI6WMF

I seem to remember that you already had a GPS in your Jeep. What type is it? If you tell us what type/model it is I'll see what cable you need and we'll go from there.

Thanks Ollie
I have two, a Magellan SporTrack Map and a Garman Colorado 300
Terry

Mc Jeep wrote:Thanks Ollie
I have two, a Magellan SporTrack Map and a Garman Colorado 300
Terry

It looks as if we'd have to use your Magellan for APRS. The only cable I see for your Garmin Colorado is the USB cable. That will allow for NMEA-0183 Input/Output to a computer via a USB cable but the TM-D710 doesn't appear to be USB compatible. Did you get all the cabling you see in the image below with your Magellan? If so, we should be able to get you going.

OLLIE wrote:

Mc Jeep wrote:Thanks Ollie
I have two, a Magellan SporTrack Map and a Garman Colorado 300
Terry

It looks as if we'd have to use your Magellan for APRS. The only cable I see for your Garmin Colorado is the USB cable. That will allow for NMEA-0183 Input/Output to a computer via a USB cable but the TM-D710 doesn't appear to be USB compatible. Did you get all the cabling you see in the image below with your Magellan? If so, we should be able to get you going.

Magellen SporTrak Data Cable.JPG

Thanks I think I have that cable
Terry

Here is a good website with some tricks for the D700 running APRS, which I'm sure you can carry over to the 710. Makes me want to go play in my Jeep. I haven't tried using voice alert before. I like how the D710 has the "tune" function to APRS stations.

Fetus wrote:Here is a good website with some tricks for the D700 running APRS, which I'm sure you can carry over to the 710. Makes me want to go play in my Jeep. I haven't tried using voice alert before. I like how the D710 has the "tune" function to APRS stations.

Where's the website ???

I knew I forgot something.

http://www.aj3u.com/aprs/tm-d700.php

REMINDER

There is about 3 weeks left for those who need to buy gear or ask questions. If you are running, or expect to run, something besides UI View (UIV) or AGW, let us know so we can make sure to have some help available.

If you are not sure if you have the necessary gear, software or APRS program, post up so we can help.

An example of the need to plan ahead involves those who want to use UIV. If you do, be aware that it is necessary to be a licensed ham. Once you apply to down load the program, you must wait until you are approved and get permission to use the program. The whole process takes a day or two before you can use it. Additionally, once you get your APRS program installed, it will help if you are able to get it up and running with everything connected just to see how things look.

Just wanted to remind everyone who is interested in APRS, and would like to understand more about how it works, or to get your equipment "dailed-in" for optimum performance:

Please join us

OAUSA APRS School and Set-Up Meeting is next Saturday, Sept 12, 9:00 AM
at Panera Bread, 235 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA‎ - (949) 642-9500

Looking forward to it.