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The Noon Fix: The Simplest Possible Backup to GPS. the Only Battery Required Is in the Watch. The Noon Fix: The Simplest Possible Backup to GPS. the Only Battery Required Is in the Watch.
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The Noon Fix: The Simplest Possible Backup to GPS. the Only Battery Required Is in the Watch.
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Suunto Ss014005010 Military Gps Mens Watch Suunto Ss014005010 Military Gps Mens Watch
$549.99

Suunto commemorates 10 years with the Suunto X10. When you're trekking through a new frontier, adventure racing, biking, fishing, or conducting field operations, the Suunto X10 provides critical decision-making data. With full GPS functionality, including route planning and uploading, as well as outdoor essentials like an altimeter, barometer, and compass, the Suunto X10 wristop computer shows nature who's boss. Standout Features: Faster GPS performance than any other Suunto Watch Top notch GPS tracking in difficult conditions, such as when you're in a storm or thick jungle Long battery life and universal USB chargeability Plan routes on your PC and upload them to your watch Calculate speed, distance, direction, and time to your next waypoint Find home Includes altimeter, barometer, and compass 100 m water resistant Complete watch functions: calendar, alarm, dual time, and stop watch   Altimeter Current altitude Resolution 1 m / 3 ft Vertical speed Display range -500 m to 9000 m / -1500 ft to 29500 ft Total ascent /descent and highest/lowest altitude, in recorded logs Altitude alarm function Barometer Display range 300 to 1100 hPa / 8.90 to 32.40 inHg Graphical display of pressure trends for last 6 hours Stores barometric pressure data for last 7 days / 168 hours Absolute barometric pressure at the current location Barometric pressure at sea level Resolution 1hPa / 0.05 inHg Thermometer Display range -20°C to +60°C/-5°F to +140°F Stores temp data for last 7 days / 168 hours Resolution 1°C / 1°F Compass Bearing lock mode (toward a set bearing or a GPS waypoint) Tilt Compensated Simultaneous bearing tracking, altitude or time display with bearing / compass rose Bearing display in degrees and cardinal points Resolution 1° GPS / Navigation Mode Fast GPS fix Resolution 1 m / 3 ft 12 channels Integrated loop antenna Programmable alarm points Distance from current location to final waypoint Estimated travel time to next waypoint based on current speed Estimated travel time to destination based on current speed Estimated arrival time at final waypoint in route based on current speed Altitude difference between current location and next waypoint Total amount of ascent from the current location to the final waypoint Current speed Heading in degrees Deviation from course (left/right) Track Back function activates navigation along recorded track back to starting location Option of dislaying coordinates in 10 digit MGRS Grid Memory 50 routes (each route can include up to 50 points) 500 waypoints 25 log files 25 tracks (8000 track points) 60 h memory capacity at 1s fix interval (max 25 logs) "Suunto Trek" PC Software / SuuntoSports.com Adapter: Serial port to Suunto wristtop connection, automatic detection of connection, wristtop automatically enters transfer mode. System Requirements: Min CPU speed 350 Mhz - 64 MB of RAM - 30 MB available hard-disk space - Microsoft® Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows
Suunto Ss014005010 Military Gps Mens Watch Suunto Ss014005010 Military Gps Mens Watch
$549.99

Suunto commemorates 10 years with the Suunto X10. When you're trekking through a new frontier, adventure racing, biking, fishing, or conducting field operations, the Suunto X10 provides critical decision-making data. With full GPS functionality, including route planning and uploading, as well as outdoor essentials like an altimeter, barometer, and compass, the Suunto X10 wristop computer shows nature who's boss. Standout Features: Faster GPS performance than any other Suunto Watch Top notch GPS tracking in difficult conditions, such as when you're in a storm or thick jungle Long battery life and universal USB chargeability Plan routes on your PC and upload them to your watch Calculate speed, distance, direction, and time to your next waypoint Find home Includes altimeter, barometer, and compass 100 m water resistant Complete watch functions: calendar, alarm, dual time, and stop watch   Altimeter Current altitude Resolution 1 m / 3 ft Vertical speed Display range -500 m to 9000 m / -1500 ft to 29500 ft Total ascent /descent and highest/lowest altitude, in recorded logs Altitude alarm function Barometer Display range 300 to 1100 hPa / 8.90 to 32.40 inHg Graphical display of pressure trends for last 6 hours Stores barometric pressure data for last 7 days / 168 hours Absolute barometric pressure at the current location Barometric pressure at sea level Resolution 1hPa / 0.05 inHg Thermometer Display range -20°C to +60°C/-5°F to +140°F Stores temp data for last 7 days / 168 hours Resolution 1°C / 1°F Compass Bearing lock mode (toward a set bearing or a GPS waypoint) Tilt Compensated Simultaneous bearing tracking, altitude or time display with bearing / compass rose Bearing display in degrees and cardinal points Resolution 1° GPS / Navigation Mode Fast GPS fix Resolution 1 m / 3 ft 12 channels Integrated loop antenna Programmable alarm points Distance from current location to final waypoint Estimated travel time to next waypoint based on current speed Estimated travel time to destination based on current speed Estimated arrival time at final waypoint in route based on current speed Altitude difference between current location and next waypoint Total amount of ascent from the current location to the final waypoint Current speed Heading in degrees Deviation from course (left/right) Track Back function activates navigation along recorded track back to starting location Option of dislaying coordinates in 10 digit MGRS Grid Memory 50 routes (each route can include up to 50 points) 500 waypoints 25 log files 25 tracks (8000 track points) 60 h memory capacity at 1s fix interval (max 25 logs) "Suunto Trek" PC Software / SuuntoSports.com Adapter: Serial port to Suunto wristtop connection, automatic detection of connection, wristtop automatically enters transfer mode. System Requirements: Min CPU speed 350 Mhz - 64 MB of RAM - 30 MB available hard-disk space - Microsoft® Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows
Suunto Ss014006010 Military Gps Mens Watch Suunto Ss014006010 Military Gps Mens Watch
$599

Altitude Alarm Vertical Speed Temperature Compensation User-Removable Logbook Files Resolution - 1m Altimeter/Barometer Lock Altitude Range 500m-9000m / 1600ft-29,500ft Logbook Function Stopwatch Maximum Number of Split Times in Memory - 29 Automatic Magnetic Declination Adjustment Guided Calibration Heading In Degrees Declination Setting Cardinal Directions Bearing Tracking North Indicator Distance GPS Resolution - 1m/3ft Up to 50 Routes Speed Up to 25 Tracks Up to 500 Waypoints Operating Temperature -20 Degrees C to 60 Degrees C / 5 Degrees F to 140 Degrees F Water Resistant to 100 Meters (330 Feet) Selectable Metric and Imperial Units Menu-Based User Interface Dot-Matrix Display LED Backlight 12/24 Hour Time GPS Time Synchronization Calendar Clock Dual Time 3 Daily Alarms Includes Extra Black Rubber Strap 54mm Case Width (Approximately 2 1/8") 17mm Case Thickness (Approximately 11/16") Includes USB Watch/Computer Cable Compatible with Google Earth Suunto Trek Manager Suunto Trek Explorer Battery Power Indicator Rechargeable Battery 115-240 VAC Charger Absolute Barometric Pressure 7 Day Weather Memory Weather Alarm Trend Graph Altimeter/Barometer Lock Temperature Sea Level Pressure  
Suunto Ss014006010 Military Gps Mens Watch Suunto Ss014006010 Military Gps Mens Watch
$599

Altitude Alarm Vertical Speed Temperature Compensation User-Removable Logbook Files Resolution - 1m Altimeter/Barometer Lock Altitude Range 500m-9000m / 1600ft-29,500ft Logbook Function Stopwatch Maximum Number of Split Times in Memory - 29 Automatic Magnetic Declination Adjustment Guided Calibration Heading In Degrees Declination Setting Cardinal Directions Bearing Tracking North Indicator Distance GPS Resolution - 1m/3ft Up to 50 Routes Speed Up to 25 Tracks Up to 500 Waypoints Operating Temperature -20 Degrees C to 60 Degrees C / 5 Degrees F to 140 Degrees F Water Resistant to 100 Meters (330 Feet) Selectable Metric and Imperial Units Menu-Based User Interface Dot-Matrix Display LED Backlight 12/24 Hour Time GPS Time Synchronization Calendar Clock Dual Time 3 Daily Alarms Includes Extra Black Rubber Strap 54mm Case Width (Approximately 2 1/8") 17mm Case Thickness (Approximately 11/16") Includes USB Watch/Computer Cable Compatible with Google Earth Suunto Trek Manager Suunto Trek Explorer Battery Power Indicator Rechargeable Battery 115-240 VAC Charger Absolute Barometric Pressure 7 Day Weather Memory Weather Alarm Trend Graph Altimeter/Barometer Lock Temperature Sea Level Pressure  
LOK8U NUM8-BLUE Child Locator GPS Watch LOK8U NUM8-BLUE Child Locator GPS Watch
$179.99

nu.m8 is the worlds first GPS locator device that has been designed exclusively to locate children. It enables you to find your child, whenever you feel you need to know, at home or even abroad. All you need is a mobile phone or a computer to find their precise location. And unlike other locator products, nu.m8 is a child''s digital watch which cannot be removed or deactivated without your knowledge. If this should happen an instant alert is sent straight to your phone and/or email with your child''s location. No other child locator in the world can match this. Another great feature of nu.m8 is the ability to set up a virtual fence as a safe zone. If your child steps outside this zone you will know straight away. If your child steps outside this zone you''ll know straight away.
LOK8U NUM8-PINK Child Locator GPS Watch LOK8U NUM8-PINK Child Locator GPS Watch
$179.99

nu.m8 is the worlds first GPS locator device that has been designed exclusively to locate children. It enables you to find your child, whenever you feel you need to know, at home or even abroad. All you need is a mobile phone or a computer to find their precise location. And unlike other locator products, nu.m8 is a childs digital watch which cannot be removed or deactivated without your knowledge. If this should happen an instant alert is sent straight to your phone and/or email with your childs location. No other child locator in the world can match this. Another great feature of nu.m8 is the ability to set up a virtual fence as a safe zone. If your child steps outside this zone you will know straight away. If your child steps outside this zone you will know straight away.
LOK8U NUM8-BLACK Child Locator GPS Watch LOK8U NUM8-BLACK Child Locator GPS Watch
$179

nu.m8 is the worlds first GPS locator device that has been designed exclusively to locate children. It enables you to find your child, whenever you feel you need to know, at home or even abroad. All you need is a mobile phone or a computer to find their precise location. And unlike other locator products, nu.m8 is a childs digital watch which cannot be removed or deactivated without your knowledge. If this should happen an instant alert is sent straight to your phone and/or email with your childs location. No other child locator in the world can match this. Another great feature of nu.m8 is the ability to set up a virtual fence as a safe zone. If your child steps outside this zone you will know straight away. If your child steps outside this zone you will know straight away.

There are many different uses for GPS tracking watches and many different styles of watch depending on the use. Matching the right watch to your specific need is probably the most important thing you can think about when deciding what watch to purchase. Most watches can be used in a variety of ways, but only some types of watches will have the functionality that you are looking for so the most important thing to ask is, "What am I getting this GPS device for?"

Those looking for fitness watches should definitely consider the different options available to them. There are a few main brands that offer GPS enabled watches. These include Garmin, Suunto, and Timex among others. The most important thing to look for in your fitness watch is if the watches functionality meets your needs. Most brands and styles have the option to have a heart rate monitor in addition to all the GPS tracking and this adds a nice layer of information to improve your fitness.

In addition to the heart rate monitor, look for a watch that receives the GPS signal without the use of a GPS pod. These pods can be very cumbersome if you are on a run, swim, or bike and you don't want to be thinking about your pod while exercising. These pods can also be heavy and could create an embarrassing moment when the weight of it pulls down your pants!

Another application of GPS watches is to monitor and secure your children. Nobody wants their child to be abducted or to find out that they are lost, but if you do you want to know that you will be able to find them soon. Unfortunately, many of the kids watches are still in development or do not have the functionality that you might wish that they did. This should be changing in a couple of years as technology improves and companies learn what concerned parents really want.

A key ingredient to making a wise purchase here is talking to the company that you are thinking of buying from. Make sure that they have a service plan that truly meets your needs and fits within your budget. Most child devices not only cost money up front for the device but also have a monthly service fee that can be comparable to a phone plan. As good questions and get informed before you pull the trigger on this one.

Lastly, there is GPS tracking for those suffering from dementia or other disorders or disabilities. These can be great ways to keep tabs on our loved ones, especially those prone to wandering. Without the proper faculties to find their way home, individuals in these conditions can get very scared very quickly. With the use of GPS technology you can quickly find these individuals and get them back home where they can be both comfortable and safe.

As we continue to expand our ability to utilize GPS in the consumer market the capabilities of GPS tracking watches will continue to grow. This will enable consumers to take full advantage of this technology and to get the location information that matters most to them.

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November 12th, 2009 at 9:34 am

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