I would recommend the active 10, but do try and get a look and feel for all the options out there. Mac satsync installation instructions satmap outdoor. Use the bookmarks tab to navigate to specific topics of interest. The satmap active 10 trek has finally come to the us, four years after its introduction in the uk. Satmap are a ukbased company that was founded 12 years ago. The best way to find out is to try each method and compare.
After using a satmap active10 for 5 years it was either get it another full service, or get a new gizmo with all 1. The uk based satmap systems ltd announced the satmap active 20 sports gps device for outdoor activities walking, hiking, ski trekking, mountain biking, bike touring, rescue services and other professional users. Plot routes, pois points of interest and view key statistics such as total ascents, distance, time and speed. Satmap systems is the creator of the active 10, 12, and now the active 20 an awardwinning range of rugged sports gps, purposebuilt for the great outdoors, offering a long battery life in a weatherproof and shockproof casing.
Simply insert a satmap mapcard into the slot on the satmap gps device, and navigate. Satmap active 20 the latest featurerich gps device from satmap. Jan 11, 2017 the best way to find out is to try each method and compare. Its incredibly hard to fault the satmap active 10, and certainly this is what most hillwalkers have been looking for from a navigational device. If there are no results please try searching with fewer words. The active 10 gps is an easy to use, handheld sports gps which displays raster mapping such as national geographic topo. However, when you are on your walk, the satmap active 10 looks set to become the benchmark navigational device that others will be compared to. We have been in business for over 40 years and have hundreds of thousands of satisfied customers all over the world. Ive only had the unit for about a week and has so far has only been used once in anger. Satmap active10 firmware version 1400 now available. Xpedition tutorial planner section overview youtube. When users reach the coordinates of the poi, the active 10 can see or hear additional information about the route they are on, such as local history, geology, flora, fauna and even pub menus.
Its designed to cope with any outdoors challenge with a large, bright map display, a choice of either button or touchscreen controls and a robust waterproof and shockproof case. Accessory user guide satmap outdoor navigation gps. Fcc id yisactive10 handheld gps mapping system by satmap. The only thing i find in the manual for the satmap 10 regarding geocaching is in the glossary. Got one of these through the post end of april by special delivery from the uk distributors. It is testament to satmap that the majority of the bugs that were present have now been resolved and better still, features that were suggested by the early adopters and modifications to the user interface have been implemented. Drag and drop the map files into one of the folders on the active 10 15. Official user guides for using satmap applications such as satsync and the. The problem i find with the satmap 12 is the batteries start losing power after about 4 to 5 uses. I recently bought a second hand satmap active 10 and im hoping i havent been sold a duff unit. With a highres screen for even more clarity when viewing maps of all scales and low energy bluetooth to allow for wireless route sharing between devices. A video to show how to view the sd card mapping on your satmap active 10 or active 12 gps device. The larger ram does not seem to produce faster boot speeds.
Active 10 user guide satmap outdoor navigation gps. The full user guide covering all the functions for your active 20 formal release software 109 pages. Here is a list of all models of camera where we can supply a printed and bound manual based on your search. Placing cache with satmap active 10 gps geocaching forums. Lots of changes on the technical side of things too. Satmap active 20 outdoor gps device featurerich hightech. Screen clarity is, of course, one of the biggest plus points of the active 12. The satmap active 12 plus is unlike any satnav ive ever used before. Jan 16, 2008 i dabbled with the six buttons and toggle before bothering to open the manual. Drag and drop the gpx file into one of the folders on the active 10 or click on the import button, select your gpx file and click on ok 12. Very easy to use, its large colour screen displays high quality maps and pinpoints your exact position on a digital ordnance survey map.
The active 12 is our 2nd generation sports gps device. Receive a high quality printed and bound manual in days. Fcc id application submitted by satmap systems ltd for handheld gps mapping system for fcc id yisactive10 yis active10 user manual, frequency, reports, images and more. It is testament to satmap that the majority of the bugs that were present have now been resolved and better still, features that were suggested by the early adopters and modifications to the user. It simply wont maintain a lock on the gps signal, so its next to useless. Since then theyve provided us with a number of useful gps devices, the most notable being the active 12 which we liked so much we not only featured it in our winter 2016 outdoor 100, but in our summer 2017 edition as well. But the active 12 isnt aimed at this kind of user at all.
A stepbystep guide to using satsync for windows a free software available for download from satmap. This device has served us well during our walks but is in generally good condition. This is a major update which incorporates a number of bug fixes and user interface and operation updates that satmap have implemented based on user testing. Gps device for personal navigation for use in all conditions 107 pages gps satmap active 20 quick start manual 11 pages summary of contents for satmap active12. Xpedition 2 how to create a route and save a route youtube. Satmap systems ltd how to view the map on the active 10 or. Building on the formula established in previous satmap models, the active 20 brings a dual touchbutton control layout to the table an innovative and flexible system giving users the familiarity of touch operation combined with the precision of glovefriendly buttons. View and download satmap active 10 full user manual online.
Full user manual satmap active 10 full user manual 91 pages. Each battery lasts me about 4 hrs now and they state about 8 hrs. We were out on a run today and, if you turn the unit off and back on, it does find a satellite signal but it then disappears, not to return. Satmap active 10 time to sell our satmap active 10 walking gps. In fact, it is designed in a way that makes new users acquainted with the basics very quickly. This product is sold in conjunction with satmap s terms and conditions of sale. They were after feedback about the unit from a mountain bikers point of view.
The satmap active 20 is the upgraded version of the multiaward winning active 12. Since then theyve provided us with a number of useful gps devices, the most notable being the active 12 which we liked so much we not only featured it in our winter 2016 outdoor 100, but in our summer 2017 edition as well we loved its easytouse interface, superb ordnance survey mapping reproduction and glovefriendly push. It is handy that the trip log screen is screen 4 instead of 6 as on active 10. Information on using the bike mount kit or the bike bracket designed for fixing satmap gps units onto the handle.
The satmap comes with a standard base map installed, similar to a conventional road map. Application user guide satmap outdoor navigation gps. The satmap active 10 plus is a rugged, weatherproof and shockproof, handheld gps unit. Easytouse with plugandplay mapping rugged, shockproof and weatherresistant.
The unit has never been dropped in water so its only had to deal with dustheatmild drizzle, and besides satmap do say its weatherproof and. An overview of using the planner section of xpedition. Please note, the english print and german editions of this user guide are 18. A quick reference guide to getting started with your active 20. Official user guides for the satmap active 12 gps device. For starters, the gps chip is uprated and supports all the primary satellite systems gps, glonass, galileo, beidou, waas, egnos, etc. Jul 19, 2015 satmap active 10 time to sell our satmap active 10 walking gps. We didnt have touch screen oregons then, and superthin iphones and gps receivers with raster imagery were just starting to be seen. Satmap active 10 doesnt have all the bells and whistles of the garmin e. How to put routes, walking instructions and pictures on your satmap gps device. User manuals, guides and specifications for your satmap active 10 gps. Active 10 user guides satsync user guides accessory user guides leaflets and brochures.
The ultimate sport gps 91 pages gps satmap active 20 full user manual. How to remove a battery caddy and replace it with a lipol battery for your active 10 and active 12 duration. Database contains 2 satmap active 10 manuals available for free online viewing or downloading in pdf. Active 20 user guide satmap outdoor navigation gps. Connect your active 10 to your computer once it has reached the gps status screen b. Gps device for personal navigation for use in all conditions. I used the satmap 20 on the dorset doddle this sunday and i used it on full power to see how long the battery would last. May 24, 2018 andy compares the new satmap active 20 with its predecessor the active 12 find out more on our website. Satmap is the only gps protected by a removable screen cover so if it becomes damaged or scratched then a replacement can be clipped on. When initially launched, satmap s active 10 had many bugs, some very irritating.
Satmap have recently released an updated version of the established active 10 listed as the active 12. Customers appreciate how the active 12 is very easy to use and user friendly. We have developed 3 highend, award winning handheld gps devices that are designed for serious enthusiasts of the great outdoors, especially walking, hiking, cycling and offroading. Attach screen cover your screen cover is separate from. But in 2011, the satmap is reminiscent of the tech of yore, feeling more like a clunky pda than a cutting edge piece of gear.
The stepbystep instructions and pictures be imported as pois and the route will be imported as a route see the active 10 full user guide on how to use pois and routes. Following the steps in the manual and playing with all the features of a new toy is the best way to get to know its functions. Active 12 user guide satmap outdoor navigation gps. View and download satmap active 20 full user manual online. If you arent completely happy just return the manual for a full refund. New units are no longer for sale, however do we have a1 refurbished units available at great value.
Page 1 the ultimate sports gps full user guide satmap. View and download satmap active10 full user manual online. May 21, 2017 satmap active 20 the latest featurerich gps device from satmap. Andy compares the new satmap active 20 with its predecessor the active 12 find out more on our website. There is now a hard copy manual for the active 12 and details can be found in support user.
A pdf version of the satmap active 10 trek owners manual. Simply insert a satmap mapcard into the slot on the satmap. Easytouse with plugandplay mapping rugged, shockproof and. The satmap active 10 is an enriching and valuable aid to the outdoor experience, allowing you to focus on your sport without worrying about your location. A document outlining the technical details of the active 20 gps unit. The satmap active 20 is a fullfeatured, highend gps handset designed for outdoor adventures.
This product is sold in conjunction with satmaps terms and conditions of sale. Satmap systems ltd is a uk based company founded in october 2005. We have 2 satmap active 10 manuals available for free pdf download. Official user guides for the satmap active 10 gps device.