Simple Gps Navigation
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Simple GPS Navigation
The hardest thing to master about any GPS unit is its handbook. The technical jargon may be readily understood by experts, but it's more often than not baffling for neophytes. This easy reference explains, GPS in terms everyone can understand, setting readers free to wander the earths oceans, deserts and airways. Author Mik Chinery, a prolific technical boating writer, covers everything from switching on the GPS unit to determining position, destination and routes. With nearly 100,000 GPS sets sold worldwide each year, this guide is sure to find its way onto the shelves of many boaters and outdoorspeople.
Outdoor Navigation with GPS
Learn basic and advanced techniques for using GPS to enhance your favorite outdoor activities, from hiking to fishing. Hikers, backpackers, mountain bikers, anglers—outdoor adventurers of all kinds—will find Outdoor Navigation with GPS an essential tool for making the most out of your backcountry trips. Along with an explanation of the fundamentals of traditional navigation, author Stephen W. Hinch shows GPS users everything from basic GPS navigation skills to advanced techniques such as creating custom maps and even how to select the most appropriate receiver. This comprehensive book includes more than 100 helpful diagrams and illustrations, and the new edition features details about the latest receivers from the top manufacturers. With years of experience as a GPS instructor, Stephen answers the most common GPS questions in a jargon-free, easy-to-follow style. You will learn: Basics of how GPS technology works Essentials of wilderness navigation How to create and navigate to waypoints Advantages and limitations of GPS-enabled mobile phones Latitude and longitude, UTM coordinates, position formats, and map datums How to use GPS with Google Earth and Google Maps How to find your way if your GPS unit fails How to get started with fun activities like geocaching and orienteering Outdoor Navigation with GPS is useful for hiking, geocaching, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, backpacking, outdoor photography, mountain biking, and more!