I know that Garmin Forerunner 205 and 305 have option for setting up data recording (time interval, from automatic to 1 sec). Also, Foretrex 201 got time interval. Will anybody knows if Garmin Forerunner 201 have this option? I need it for my friend, and we can't find it I use only GT31
Don't know if this will be of any use. -------------- - GARMIN Units - SET UP , TIPS & ADVICE. The most commomly used GPS units used are models from Garmin . The Garmin Gecko201 & Garmin Foretrex 201 seem to be the most popular. Reccommend using an Aquapack (arm band model) to put the unit into. It helps the unit last longer & stops it from disappearing after high speed wipeouts (that normally happen just milliseconds after your best time, resulting in losing your time! Plus spare batteries can be stored in it.)
* GPS SET UP ( Garmin Geko201 and Garmin Foretrex201) Once you have the unit, you need to set it up to record information correctly. We use the 2 second time interval setting. It’s very important to set up your GPS device at this standard. The reasons for this are that the 1 second interval gives to much irregular data and your memory of the GPS will be full soon. - Step 1: Start the GPS and go to MENU - Step 2: Choose TRACKS - Step 3: Choose SETUP - Step 4: Check if RECORDING is ON - Step 5: Put RECORD INTERVAL on TIME - Step 6: Put VALUE on 00:00:02 (or 00:02 if you use the Foretrex201) - Step 7: Put WRAPP WHEN FULL on ‘yes’
Other GPS tips - Clear the GPS memory on the water , before you start your sessions . - Empty the memory before every session, via MENU, TRACKS, CLEAR. - Reset TRIP DATA. - Reset MAX SPEED (Reset speed after every run. The device will automatically store the speeds in memory.) - Turn off unit when you are not sailing & off the water. Save memory & battery. - Most of the GPS devices have a function to save a track on the device itself. DON’T DO THIS. You will lose a lot of the data thats needed to calculate your speed. The device will only save the most essential waypoints. - Download data as soon after the session as possible .