garmin etrex 20 gps review

this should give you a better idea how this gps works in the real world. hope you enjoy.

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Science & Technology

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• Garmin
• etrex
• 10
• 20
• 30
• review
• demo
• geocache
• geocaching
• gps

[chefrd2000]

@playmovingpictures I think "LOL" is exactly what garmin thinks of user input! Sad when you read amazon user reviews... And difficult to use is the #1 complaint. Like I said in the video, this could be REALLY GREAT... But would require them to "listen" to us users. Glad you liked the video ( and my stupid comments). ;-)

[chefrd2000]

@stevejohn01 Ummm, on map screen- click menu button, setup map, data fields, dashboard, compass. I also set north up on map for geocaching. Did that do it for you?

[chefrd2000]

@guyNbluejeans also, they have belt and pack mounts that would work nicely . There are also lots of options to control backlight when it's needed. For example, when driving, the 20 will kick on the backlight as you near the turn, and then shut off after the turn. This is a nice touch! ( or use backlight all the time if you want). Like I said... Use backlight management (and don't bump the joystick if you use timed backlighting) and you will be happy with the battery life!

[chefrd2000]

@guyNbluejeans I have not found a great way to carry it yet, but I found going to the menu screen when putting it in my jacket pocket helps. Not sure how I will carry it when I don't need a coat? It's not that big a deal... Just need to figure it out. As far as the battery, I am very happy with the battery life! I just turn the backlight OFF.

[chefrd2000]

@fazeraddict: glad I could help. Enjoy

[chefrd2000]

@5brbr. It will show you the way on the built in map, or any maps you want to install. But, if you want driving directions (turn by turn), you need to install special maps for that. Garmin sells them... Or you can find some free ones online. Did that help?

[playmovingpictures]

just a thought garmin are you listening lol, love your review entertaining

[uniquemicro]

Great job. Very informative and well done. thanks you.

[stevejohn01]

how do you get the screen with the compass and the track showing??? i cannot work out how to do it on my etrex 20, can you tell me the secret ;) cheers