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the GPS device incorrectly calculates the correct date. The Geko 201 is apparently subject to the so-called Y2K+10 bug. For any time period after January 5th, 2010 (like now). This results in an incorrect (dysfunctional) almanac which results in excessive time to acquire satellites. Until Garmin releases a firmware upgrade to solve this problem avoid this unit.
Worked as adv. Don't let the small size fool you. Does what it's supposed to. "Small Wonder"
It also gives me a 10000-point tracklog and is easy to use.Maps are something you should buy on paper because paper will still work if you are out of AAA batteries. This is about the most perfect GPS ever made. The downside is that this thing really needs a place to attach a lanyard. I tried to replace it recently, but I couldn't find a newer model that offers what this model does. It's small, light, waterproof, and cheap. Beyond that, this is a great GPS. I've had mine for over four years now.
This is my second Geko 201. I have learned how to angle the screen of the Geko in my hand so that I can take a digital image of the long-lat-elev-date-time readings for my record keeping purposes. I use the product primarily in confirming stopping points during trips to surface faclities of coal mines. The Geko fits conveniently in my shirt or jacket pocket. The product works well in the USA and internationally and is relatively trouble-free,. although I had to send my first Geko back to Garmin to get it repaired for a blank screen.
I've only been able to test it at 30*Farenheight. It is amazingly small and it was a LOT smaller than I thaught. This is a great gps. I highly suggest getting this gps, especially if you'r going to use for biking, geocaching, hiking, or just wondering around, not wanting to get lost. I've only put one set of batteries in the gps and it's lasted 1 month of almost daily use on 1 bar of battery. The only problem i've found is that the screen seems to take longer and longer to transition to the next screen the colder it get's. Also, you can load waypoints on, just not maps. You just make an account on [.]., buy the cable, and load the waypoints.
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