Bushnell ONIX 200 and ONIX 200CR w/ satellite imagery
Published on November 28th, 2006 in gps navigation
Bushnell’s other addition to their GPS lineup is the ONIX 200 and ONIX 200CR. The main difference between the two is the CR model has a 320 x 240 pixel full-color LCD screen where as the bare 200 has a 160 x 240-pixel 16-level gray screen. Both of the devices are capable of screen layering where you can layer a satellite image, aerial photo or topographic map, plus all navigational aids in perfect harmony on a single screen.
Before you get too excited about the satellite imagery you should read the fine print though. You can only store 12 images at a time:
The ONIX200 series unit will store up to 12 photography (satellite or aerial) downloads at one time. Choose images of the same land at different levels of zoom, or broaden your coverage area by storing photos of separate areas.
So if you want more satellite imagery coverage you should look into Lowrance 600c which has a nice big 30GB HDD.
Not to mention you are going to have to buy your satellite imagery from the Bushnell store for one dollar each image, or for an unlimited annual subscription of $80.
On the bright side though the ONIX’s work on 2AA batteries and can last as much 26 hours on them.
With its patented SafeTrack™ operating mode, battery life on two “AA” batteries is greatly extended up to 26 hours. The exclusive SafeTrack feature lets the GPS receiver continue to monitor your travels while operating in a sleep mode to conserve battery life. In the SafeTrack sleep mode, power is conserved in several ways. First, by slowing the frequency of satellite signal acquisition, the Onix GPS receivers maintain active tracking with minimal power. SafeTrack also puts the LCD screen to sleep. However, users can check the status of the unit by referring to an LED light on top of the unit. A green light indicates that the unit has a satellite lock and that the user is on track to a destination or waypoint. A red light alerts the user to loss of satellite signal or the need to check course direction. The SafeTrack mode also allows users to set audible alarms to alert them to arrival at a destination or for course correction in following a route.
Here are some more specs common to the ONIX 200 series:
- 32MB of memory
- 128MB of SDRAM
- Downloads, displays and georeferences satellite photography
- SafeTrack battery-conservation mode
- Night Mode
- HOT button operation
- Basemap of the United States and Canada
- Compatible with Road Maps and Fishing Hot Spots software
- 12-parallel-channel receiver
- WAAS enabled
- Stores up to 500 Waypoints, 20 Trails and 10 Routes
- Audible alarms
- Waterproof (IPX7 rated) and rugged construction
- Customizable user profiles
- Runs on two AA batteries (not included)
- USB port (cable included)
- Dimensions: 108mm x 44mm x 18mm
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