For a first time GPS user, how easy is the Garmin Oregon 600 to learn?
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I found it to be rather easy because the interface is very straight forward.
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This unit is VERY easy to learn .... I had the garmin 60 CS like this previously and it was not so easy to navigate with all the buttons and hidden screens. This is nothing like that and it swipes easily to touch and is fast in changing screens and selections. Play with it a while but it really comes easily. I did have to call them as I couldn't get the German Language off mine when it came but the they told me to go to settings and it was quite easy to change. Use settings a lot in the beginning. I love this unit! Joe
1371455
I have the Oregon 650t and it was easy to learn to use for me because I own other Garmin handhelds. I think it would be easier to learn than the earlier versions, but don't count on much help from the manual. Fortunately, it's kind of intuitive after you work with it a bit. Hope this helps.
1371456
From a usability standpoint, it's the best. Where you might have trouble is getting it setup the way you want it. It's not that hard to do, you just have to know what you want out of your gps. I have a network of geocaching friends that I can lean on or you can always call Garmin's support line. They've always been helpful to me.
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This is kind of an odd request, in that only you can answer the "why?". What is it that YOU need or are looking for in a GPS? By reading the descriptions and a few reviews on each, you may get better information on the different feature set of each unit. A good place for professional reviews is gpsmagazine.com. FYI, all Garmin units will route you pretty much the same no matter the price.Good luck on your search.
489699
I feel it is very user unfriendly. No real directions with it to how to program it. Some of the instructions I tried were worthless. Would not recommend Garmin to anyone. Rich H
1258123
I had no luck with the Magellan from the start, the maps wouldn't load, etc......I bought a Garmin and am pleased with the performance. I'm sorry I can't help more.
1072158
I'm sorry, I can't help you with this one. I purchased a new unit but can tell you that all of the user information and map updates are readily available on the Garmin internet site.
910322
Garmin's are amazing for exactly what you want. If the user is experienced with maps, I'd recommend getting a model that offers Topographic maps which will help with route planning if they're going off-trail.
1517077
Would it work? Yes. Is it easy to operate? No. The menu system is remarkably complicated because it tries to do too many things. Personally I think the Garmin Etrex 30 is much better value.
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I am also looking for the best unit; especially for rural areas as we do a lot of hiking. We have been depending on cell phone GPS navigation but it sure doesn't work well in the Far West nor on a recent hiking trip to the Great Smokys and Blue Ridge Mountains. I am thinking of the Garmin nvi 2797LMT 7-Inch or the Garmin nvi 3597LMTHD 5-Inch. Not sure what one I will pick but there are 100's to choose from and reviews are all over the place. Wish Amazon provided for comparisons. Try Best Buy for details, they do a much better job of showing all features and allow comparisons. Then search the web for that unit and get the best price (not always on Amazon).
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The Dakota is fairly easy to use, but Garmin is infamous for helpful instructions so "playing with it" is an excellent learning method. I don't think you'll find scrolling requirements excessive. As to showing you how to get back to your starting point ... I'm not clear whether you're considering the 10 or the 20. Both offer a track-back option. The maps that are provided WITH the Dakota are next to useless. Adding decent maps to the 10 is a hassle, the 20 allows adding maps with a micro SD card. With one of those, a Dakota 20 can probably get you back to the trailhead (or your car) backtracking the path you took.
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maps are easy to download into pn-60, i use delorme Topo USA and then choose a grid they have laid out and then off it goes to the gps unit, not much trouble at all. Don't have to be computer geek to get it done. Reception on gps is awesome, i have left it in my pocket under heavy tree cover and it still recorded my tracks. Very happy with this unit.
1660504
I am waiting for delivery but before I ordered I found manual plus instructions for set up etc... Just do a search for Peaklife Open GPS Setup and you should find the info you need
654505
I am considering the same thing. I bought the TomTom and have not been able to get it working - the operating software seems to have only partially loaded. I spent 3 hours on the phone with their customer service - very nice people, but they have no technical knowledge, they can only read to you from a script. I think I am going to return this one and give the Garmin a try.
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I have had two other Garmin street GPS's and 3 hand held portable ones. By far this one is the easiest to use. Everything is on the screen so there is really not a manual. You will find it very easy to work.
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My husband has a Garmin watch that he loves for training purposes. You might be better off with one of those types of products. It uses GPS to track distance traveled and gives you your pace and other things. It works with software and you can see the map of your hike and other neat features. Of course, that will cost more, but might be more useful to you.
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You can call Garmin and have them talk you through it. The technicians are very thorough and patient. You can also get information when you register your unit.
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Jorge, I do not know if it will work with your GPS, but in my opinion it is not worth bothering with. The maps were worse than the basic default map on my Garmin Oregon 450t. Very few of the towns showed up at all, even the larger ones and the roads were very inaccurate. It was a total waste of money.
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I need to purchase a handheld gps and download maps for Chile and Argentina road navigation and would appreciate advice from those who've used them. Which Garmin unit might be easy to learn for someone who's only used gps in a car?