GPS Software Questions

[Shallow Runner]

One, what software should I use with my Meridian Gold. Two, will LakeMaster work with this unit. The primary use for the gps is fishing.

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[Fisher Dave]

The software your looking for is Mapsend Topo® and you will need a pc link. The uploaded maps will show very good shoreline detail, islands, inlets, etc.. but there is no lake contour map.

I dont know if Lakemaster software will work.. I dont think it will, but check into it. Fishing Hotspot software wont work with Magellan either... But the Topo program hold a lot of info that the lakemaster and hotspots dont.

Mapsend Topo will run you about $100.. interface cable about $30..

Let me know if your interested in buying these, I have them both sitting here not being used because my GPS dissapeared on me when I was out of town. I have extra of each.

[Rick]

Lakemaster and LM ProMap Series will work with your Magellan as long as you have a PC interface cable. The ProMaps Series are spot on.

You can get more info at:
Minnesota-lake-maps.com - CLICK HERE

[Shallow Runner]

What is the pc interface? A pc cable came with the unit. Is that what we are talking about. Rick, I went to the lakemaster link you added. There is a ton of stuff there. How do I know What direction to go?

[Fisher Dave]

If the GPS is used solely for fishing, and the lakes you fish are included in the Lakemaster software.. that is definately the way to go if you want contour maps.

If you use the GPS for travel, ATV, hunting, etc anywhere in the country.. you will want the topo program.. this also applies if your fishing small lakes that are not on the base map of your GPS, or are not included in the Lakemaster software. The base map in you unit is fair when it comes to larger bodies of water, but if you want better detail, you will want to upload maps to it.

The PC cable that came with it should be the proper cable.

My guess the proper answer to the question would be both would be ideal to have unless all the info you need is on the lakemaster software on where you will be fishing.

[Rick]

Dave is correct.

The Best deal is the ProMaps Series complete package. 51 highly detailed lake maps (lakes listed on the site)

If you only fish 1 or 2 of the 51 lakes listed then go to the BigLakeMaps page.

If you have questions after visiting

Minnesota-lake-maps.com

Give them a call.

[WALLEYENUTZ]

Does the Lake Master software come with waypoint management software?

[Insp Gadget]

Shallow Runner,

Alot depends on what size chip you use, and what else you do besides fish. I have a 64MB chip in mine with the Street to street pkg for most of Mn and Wis loaded. I also have the topo on there, but only for the small area I deer hunt. Memory chips are pretty cheeap now and if I were to get the lake master, (which I'd love to do), I wold buy and extra chip and load up the lakes I fish and then keep that always on the chip. Keep another chip with the street and topo info.

Pretty slick little units, I have the color and love the display. The street to street is nice because I can put in an address and it will take there turn by turn just like Mapquest. Get yourself an extra chip, I reccommend 128MB or 256MB depending on how big the Lake files are and your set!

Gadget

Ps. You probably know but the generic brand chips at local electronics/discount stores work just fine. you don't have to by it from Magellan. (I ran into one guy who thought he did)

[Rick]

WALLEYENUTZ,
the answer is yes and Route management as well.

They also have log files to record all the fishing info you need for any particular waypoint.

You can upload to the software from your GPS unit as well as download to your GPS unit.

[scotty18]

I just recieved my copy of the Lakemaster Pro series for Mille Lacs. It's just incredible! I loaded it on a laptop, and I'll be able to track real time. I have a Garmin Map 76s and I also use the Map Source topo maps for hunting. I'll be able to real time track with that software also.

Thanks,Scotty

[Fish Head]

I am looking to purchase a GPS and I think I have narrowed my search to a Garmin 162 or a Lowrance Global Map 3200. Is there any difference between these 2 as far as what mapping software they can use? I fish all over MN, from my local Metro area lakes to Mile Lacs, Winnie, Lake of the Woods, etc..

[This message has been edited by Fish Head (edited 02-02-2004).]

[Rick]

You can get more info on lakeMaster ProMap Series maps at:

Minnesota-lake-maps.com - CLICK HERE