jxson

This is a great site.

I have the high end X30. I am debating on buying a GPS addon, but don't completly understand the differences between Bluetooth and Reg GPS formats.

1). Do both work equally well?
2). Is there monthly subscription cost for bluetooth?
3). I'm thinking about the Globalsat SD-501 (not Bluetooth), but wouldn't it be better to buy one that leaves the SD slot open for maps?

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tgreenstein

Originally Posted by jxson

This is a great site. I have the high end X30. I am debating on buying a GPS addon, but don't completly understand the differences between Bluetooth and Reg GPS formats. 1). Do both work equally well?

Actually, you have three possibilities: Bluetooth, SD, or USB (wired connection at the bottom of your X30). All work equally well (in fact, most use the same chipsets).

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2). Is there monthly subscription cost for bluetooth?

Nope.

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3). I'm thinking about the Globalsat SD-501 (not Bluetooth), but wouldn't it be better to buy one that leaves the SD slot open for maps?

Most people would recommend that you leave the SD slot open for map storage. That leaves you the choice of either Bluetooth or USB.

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Gigi

Welcome to Aximsite!

You have several GPS options with your X30H:

1. BT - NO SUBSCRIPTION COST; wireless; can be used with other devices with BT connectivity; leaves SD slot open for maps; requires you carry two devices; seems to be the most popular for X30H

2. Serial - connects to the serial port via cable; only works with the device for which it was designed; leaves SD slot open for maps

3. SD - fits into SD slot meaning you are carrying just one device; SD slot cannot be used for maps

For more info, consult Jake's GPS guide here

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Orion5289

I just got my X30 with the Dell Bluetooth GPS system the other day and I have to say that its pretty amazing!!! It comes with everything you need, a car charger that you can use to charge the X30 and the GPS receiver, a mounting arm for the X30, and a map of the entire US. I dont recommend getting the SD GPS kit because the maps take up a decent ammount of space so you'll definitely need that SD slot open for a card. I loaded a map of a 25 mile radius around where I live in New Jersey and that was like 18 megabytes, the whole state is around 36 MB. So if you are going on a trip where you'll be in multiple states you'll definitely need a somewhat large SD card. I'm going to buy a 512 or a gig card sometime soon.

dekruyter

Absolutely BT.

Phu Nguyen

Originally Posted by Orion5289

I just got my X30 with the Dell Bluetooth GPS system the other day and I have to say that its pretty amazing!!! It comes with everything you need, a car charger that you can use to charge the X30 and the GPS receiver, a mounting arm for the X30, and a map of the entire US. I dont recommend getting the SD GPS kit because the maps take up a decent ammount of space so you'll definitely need that SD slot open for a card. I loaded a map of a 25 mile radius around where I live in New Jersey and that was like 18 megabytes, the whole state is around 36 MB. So if you are going on a trip where you'll be in multiple states you'll definitely need a somewhat large SD card. I'm going to buy a 512 or a gig card sometime soon.

Hi,

I have an Axim X30H also and am looking for a bluetooth GPS.
Can you recommend a good one at a good price and where can I order one?

Thanks

jxson

Originally Posted by Phu Nguyen

Hi, I have an Axim X30H also and am looking for a bluetooth GPS. Can you recommend a good one at a good price and where can I order one? Thanks

I'm still doing the research. If you you decide, let me know what you are getting

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dekruyter

deluo is $144

lucida

So a USB GPS can work with X30?

GREENEGUY

i got a garmin e-trex so im just going to get a cable for it to my x30 but if my wife would let me spend the $180 for this i would in a hart beat let me know what you guys think???
http://www.expansys-usa.com/product.asp?code=GPSMART

jxson

I've decided on the TeleType GPS Bluetooth Receiver. It's $169.95 here http://www.storagemedia.com/product.asp?pf_id=1951. The CNET review and rating are great http://reviews.cnet.com/TeleType_GPS...tml?tag=glance

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theandrew

how would you connect a serial gps? wherean you find that cable? I have a garmin e-trex legend.

GREENEGUY

Originally Posted by theandrew

how would you connect a serial gps? wherean you find that cable? I have a garmin e-trex legend.

check out gps city

http://www.gpscity.com/gps/brados/06...aximtogps.html

theandrew

Well, thats what i wanted, but $50 for a cable PLUD 5.95 s&h..... Man, thats expensive.

Ranger-AO

Thanks for the link GreenGuy! Just what I was looking for. Perfect solution to connect mt X30H to Garmin Rino gps.

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