Hand held GPS for beginners

[@CVMassey54]

I would defiantly add to previous comments that I too wish GPS Inc. would simplify their instructions the same way you did. Not having simple instructions from GPS I too wanted to get rid of my device but now can't wait to try it out as soon as our real spring weather arrives in Ontario Canada...hopefully within couple of weeks. I, as a senior citizen (70) would highly encourage other seniors who may be struggling to understand basic steps to watch Harry's video. Well done Harry...!!

[@darrenhemmings1092]

Brilliant video, so basic but so informative! Can’t believe what I’ve learned from a few mins of your time! Thank you 🙏

[@straceshow3212]

I bought a gps a while back but never used it because the manual was impossible to follow. Basically you had to already know how to use a gps BEFORE reading the manual! This video was very helpful. I can now use my gps at least for basic hiking. Thank you Dirty!

[@MMgoforth]

Thanks a million, Harry. Just what I needed. Why Garmin doesn't have this sort of basic orientation in their product manuals or website is beyond me. They just assume everyone already knows this entry level stuff and are likely missing sales because of it!

[@duncanpierce1915]

Love this. Easily THE BEST GPS intro video I've seen (and I've been looking at a lot of 'em). In essence, the first of three installments ("GPS For Beginners" episodes #2 & #3 are also excellent) of Step-by-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot. After watching these, I no longer want to throw my Garmin GPS out the window, but instead rush outdoors & go hiking with it. Thanks Dirty Harry000!

[@flanneryd]

First video I've seen in a dozen or so, that actually SHOWS me how to get back to my starting point. The main reason I want a GPS! Thank you for a very clear and understandable instruction!

[@davidjkittner]

Well presented. Thank you for the easy to understand and straightforward instructions. Best Garmin GPS video I've seen to date.

[@perfect7liberty]

What a fantastic tutorial. I wish more people would take the time to explain how these work. Great job mate 👍🏼

[@beach3girl459]

Haven't found a reviewer yet who actually shows "real time" OUTDOOR results...which is what we newbies need!

[@erikkekkonen8481]

Sir thank you for this video !! I bought a 64st a while back and to be honest I don't know how to use the damn thing !! This video was fantastic (now I am learning something) I would be very grateful for anymore vids on this 64st I want to put all my trails for gold panning on it Thank you very much in advance

[@garythesaint44]

Hey mate, i hunt loads and have avoided gps’s as they all seem to be very confusing when you read the manual. Love the video and im now off out to buy one👍 thanks mate👍🇦🇺

[@dougstenson2490]

I'll sell u 1

[@RustyX2010]

your video is way better than the Garmin DVD on how to operate your gps! I fell asleep during that dvd! lol

[@edjrmorgan]

Finally, someone that makes sense of gps! Thanks

[@lt250rallday]

Finally a great and easy walk thru of a device ! Thank you ! You rock bro !

[@johncimino651]

Good video, I was frustrated trying to learn how to use mine . You made it easy to understand, thank you 👍👍

[@Naughtz]

Best damn video I have seen! Kept it clear and simple for guys who aren't good with technology. This will be a game changer for hunt season and exploring new areas. Thank you so much,

[@loneyriaro279]

Thanks, watching from Kenya 🇰🇪. This is great work

[@parapearce3129]

Best GPS intro video I've seen. Thanks for making it.

[@georgiaboy6426]

Thank you for this video. You gave the exact info that I have searched hours for, the basic find your way back (how to}. Yes, for dummies....

[@davidforeman2734]

Thanks you have made this so much easier to pick up how to work it.

[@glennt8687]

Very informative and well presented, clear and concise...

[@tessa4883]

I just bought one of these today. Your video is SO helpful. Thank you!

[@JohnDoe-op5yg]

Garmin is such an awful product. I couldnt understand when the salesmen kept telling me that they buy every competitor and then shut it down. I find my cell phone gps more reliable, easier to use and a much better battery life. dont buy one, save your money

[@mitzyhenning9660]

Susan Roberts uip

[@forestcop2399]

Thanks for sharing. I got this same GPS for my elk hunt here in Northern New Mexico USA.

[@mvl3713]

Just purchased a Garmin 64s and setup alongside watching this video.. Really great video, I'll have a beer now lucky the esky was my way point

[@rickeyperreira9073]

Thank u for the information, I really want to learn,will continue to check ur videos,but am trying to get my own GPS so I can become acquainted with it

[@teddydan9296]

Hello Harry? can you do a video on "real time" practical land surveying with the germin 64s gps?

[@TheNewenglandboys]

Good video. I have the Garmin GPSMAP 64 and you nailed it just right. Love my GPS it can shave a lot of walking off on the way to your destination.

[@philchadwick9131]

Enjoyed the clear and concise descriptions. Now to practice. Thank you... from Singleton, Canada

[@ralphernesti268]

Mate, watching this by an Aussie make one hell of a difference. No crap along the way. Right can I ask you if this particular one have a camera inbuilt or otherwise to it. It makes no real difference as I will connect it with my phone when I get it. And then the questions will come.

[@DirtyHarry000]

The model I was showing didn't have a camera!

[@AlanpittsS2b]

Explanation for idiots. It’s like you made this video just for me and knew I was stupid. Thank you so much lol!!!

[@DirtyHarry000]

No you are not stupid! Far from it, some things are a little harder to grasp than others. I bet you will be as proficient as me with a little practice.

[@kurtfrancis1524]

Very basic - exactly what I needed. Just getting started with a GPS device.

[@philhewett1601]

Well done! Thanx an' a hat tip. I had no idea it was that simple.

[@AW-Services]

Great video. You can download free OSM topo maps and look like a street map with so much more detail

[@flintyoutdoors2201]

Great help pal just bought the 64x

[@cadnaaanstar]

Thanks Should I connect Mobile or is there App for phones Andiriod

[@RHINOTACTICAL]

Thank you extremely easy and helpful video! Just bought the GPSMAP 64st . Perfect tutorial!

[@kkutube1972]

I just got a 66st coming from a 60csx that was used a long time ago. Love the video. Thanka

[@owenjones6134]

Hey Mate, I've kept an arms length from GPS's. Not now, what a great run down. Looking forward to more vids. Cheers!

[@AKsusan907]

Excellent video!! Thank you. Just purchased my 64s....this is wonderful help!!

[@forbsskinner9641]

Great video. Let’s say that I have gps location for an object that was given to me by someone, how do I create a waypoint on the gps and go to find it?

[@danemmerich6775]

Very easy to understand. As a beginner GPS user. Which unit do you recommend to buy? For ease of use and bells and whistles.

[@DirtyHarry000]

That is a good question? I find them all easy to use, I am currently using the Garmin Rino only because it suits my prospecting! I suggest you check out the Garmin range of handhelds, and find one that suits your intended use.

[@marslan1]

Thanks for the easy to understand video. How to follow trek roads on previously loaded OSM maps?

[@imeldamaryphelan1523]

Finally i learned something, thank you.

[@marilynpittman9768]

I have a a6 hand held I can’t get it tracking could you help me thank you from john

[@willian.direction6740]

Thanks Harry I use my eTrex 30 a lot and this was helpful to show me a few things. The UTM thing was what I did not understand thanks.

[@vincecrocker6209]

How do you use tracks?

[@ghdsophie]

Hi I bought the garmin gpsmap 66st I can use route tracks and that but I can’t get it to follow the track I press to go but still won’t follow my route have I some setting not set up right. I would really your help many thanks Sophie

[@ghdsophie]

Sorry that should be really appreciated your help

[@sulivanewane2744]

Best video I really learn a whole lot

[@muhammadnoor9454]

How about searching border stone. Is it 64s can?

[@allans7281]

Are you able to input a destination like a regular navigation and it’ll take you there? Or do you have to input the coordinates of your destinations prior? Thanks for the clear video

[@DirtyHarry000]

With this GPS unit you must enter the coordinates!

[@foreverdrift]

Very helpful video. Cheers for making it! Happy holidays to you :D

[@dylanfanayam1863]

When you first buy a GPS handheld, will it have a map installed and everything?

[@DirtyHarry000]

Some GPS units don't have mapping capabilities sadly.

[@annouskamuzyczuk651]

So easy to learn from your tutorials. Thank you for posting. Subscribed. 👍🏻

[@lukefenech]

Mate any chance you could give me your opinion on which Topo maps are the best ones to buy for use in Australia? Using for land navigation but I am over in Cairns Queensland. Loved the review and cheers. Luke

[@DirtyHarry000]

G'day Luke, I downloaded the free maps from shonkylogic.net/shonkymaps/

[@lukefenech]

@@DirtyHarry000 Thanks heaps mate. And I take it the free maps have not caused any issues for you? Thanks for taking the time to reply to my initial question. I appreciate it. Luke

[@BorderPaps]

I want a cheap gps for a dual sport motorcycle trip. I need to be able to navigate mostly back roads (streets) a few dirt roads and even fewer trails that would not be on my nuvi. Do you think the 60csx would work ok for me?

[@DirtyHarry000]

Check out the available maps, and see if it works for you, remember that the hand held models are mostly used for hikers!

[@BorderPaps]

@@DirtyHarry000 yes. The problem is that when I punch in a route to do a cut through trail on my nuvi or phone it takes me on a huge loop around to get to the other point. I know they make a Zumo specifically for off road riders, but they are a small fortune and I found a 64sx for $100. So if I have to, I will act like a hiker to get through, but would rather have my whole route on this.

[@survivalist9818]

Glad I came across this. Thank you..

[@timcurfman6564]

How do you track yourself so you can get back to starting spot

[@DirtyHarry000]

The GPS automatically leaves breadcrumbs!

[@sevan66]

if i already had datas of coordinates. how to insert that coordinates data to find the spesific location on the map? thankyou

[@aa-zl2il]

Does this GPS unit allow to switch between the formats in which the coordinates are presented? Like between UTM and WGS84? So I could see my coordinates in a format as (for example): 40.71280, 74.00590? Thanks!

[@DirtyHarry000]

Yes!

[@HeavyDuty2A]

Could this handheld be used for traveling on roads, like a normal auto gps? I would love to use a handheld mounted on my motorcycle handlebars.

[@DirtyHarry000]

You could also use a mobile phone?

[@HeavyDuty2A]

@@DirtyHarry000 if I lost or broke my phone, I’d lose everything. I’m afraid to mount it on the handlebar, so I’m just thinking of other options.

[@maccas44]

Wow thanks for the fantastic tutorial

[@tpv59]

FANTASTIC. SIMPLE 2 EASY. Just bought a Magellan 310 (on sale). Wish I bought a Garmin instead. Looks VERY EASY to use. Not like the 310. BUMMER! Thanks. (Melb. Vic.)

[@CAWITAN]

Can I use this as a gps like a phone would for roadtrips?

[@DirtyHarry000]

Yes!

[@Glendram]

Thank you .... I had considered giving up on mine, now I will be able to use it.

[@DirtyHarry000]

Never give up!

[@Glendram]

@@DirtyHarry000 to make matters worse... I am off travelling and metal detecting at the moment.. I held my 64s in my hand before I left home and decided not to take it as I had taken it many times and never had any success, now I'm kicking myself....Sad. Thank you again.

[@JoeJeff-s4i]

I need to know how to measure 15hectars of farm

[@Kiproojrmotives458]

How to calculate percel after using GPS

[@benson556]

Great video. Question. Does it show you a marked path back to your to your marked way point for backtracking? Instead of depending on the compass or map arrow.

[@DirtyHarry000]

While walking with the GPS it leaves a path, (breadcrumbs) and you can retrace your way back!

[@benson556]

@@DirtyHarry000 So breadcrumbs is automatic on the Garmin 64?

[@ohiaemmanuel8162]

Thank you for your wonderful presentation

[@UntamedGym]

How to you load points from the PC to the GPS

[@DirtyHarry000]

Download "Garmin Base camp"

[@TheWEEDCUTTER]

I'm new to GPS . do you need to use a service to use the GPS ?

[@DirtyHarry000]

No! Free free free...

[@TheWEEDCUTTER]

@@DirtyHarry000 THKS

[@billreams1388]

Great job! Thanks. 😊

[@eddeig]

Hi Dirty Harry, great vid! Did you make a video on how to get the satalite page as start page (when you turn on the GPS)? Cheers!

[@DirtyHarry000]

Check out the video on page sequence!

[@DDCMNS]

Thank You, the only video that made sense

[@jamesmackie8546]

great demonstration explained easy

[@dogasher]

Hi there great video, I just got me a old one like your GPSmap 60cs. When I go to hook it up to base-camp on the compute. It says can't find it.. Can you help with this as I'm a dummie with this stuff....

[@DirtyHarry000]

Have you tried Garmin Map Source? It's free.

[@lisacharran9072]

Best video sir. Thsanks!

[@M1A.308]

I just purchased this gps. Still in the mail. I was trying to find out in the details of the order the battery life. But it didn’t say. How long does the batteries last with AAA batteries. Or would you recommend buying the battery pack that garmin makes for it

[@DirtyHarry000]

Depending on how you use it. If you mark your car say, then you can turn the unit off untill you want to find your way back, the batteries can last for a month. But running continually maybe a couple of days?

[@goldnscalesadventures3390]

Hi. Awesome video. Can it measure distance from point a to point b? Also can you get topo maps that show creeks , gulleys etc? If yes, how do you get them into the unit? Cheers

[@DirtyHarry000]

Yes to both questions. Garmin sell topo maps for the unit and the map is on a micro SD card that goes into the battery comparment.

[@elsuarze7]

hello, nice video, how you start recording a new route?

[@wrightstuf73sw]

I'm getting the 64sx soon

[@williewing139]

I bought one so these videos r excellent.

[@edburgler5161]

Good job on the video. Thank you.

[@stikbotmania4302]

Where can you buy that

[@garycaouette4778]

Didn’t that arrow point everywhere?

[@swauctions1]

Cheers mate for the video. New to these units and Garmin don"t make it easy for beginners. Have you got a video on how to download other maps on the unit? (topo etc). Thanks again.

[@iainblown3001]

Is this GPS bugdope safe? My old one the rubber cover melted off.

[@jimsommers]

Thanks...easy peasy the way you explained it!

[@kentac1911]

Very helpful sir, thank you for sharing.

[@xbeanx3000]

Love this video. Just one question. Could all what you do on a handheld GPS be done on a normal £200-300 smartphone that has built-in GPS?

[@DirtyHarry000]

Smart phone GPS requires phone coverage where as the hand held GPS does not

[@DirtyHarry000]

I stand corrected. Thanks for the heads up!

[@nosilverharbinger]

I go to places where GPS radio reception can be almost non-existent on a smartphone, and it will absolutely kill the phone's battery when the GPS is struggling. Don't get me wrong the GPS radios on phones are generally pretty good, but a standalone device with an external antenna will find more signal which can keep you from getting lost in the middle of nowhere. It happened to me, and I now have a standalone device because I would prefer to never have that happen again. Outside of that there isn't much use for it.

[@444gtb]

Awesome! Thank you for sharing.

[@dearingfauntleroy1795]

hey, Dirty Harry ! i have a friend here in colorado, whose nickname is "Dirty", lol. many thanks for your excellent video - i could follow & understand it - i took notes. i have the garmin 60 CSx and it confused me with all the settings like navigate by road, by north at top or bottom and on and on . maybe i should put the settings back to the factory default before doing your instructions....

[@robertdesantiago7063]

Great video. Question. Once I get to the map page where my maps are shown, how do I open them ? How do I access it ? All I see is "enable" or "disable" .

[@DirtyHarry000]

The unit comes with a basic map, other maps must be purchased.

[@rkf2746]

Great video---I stuck around just to hear that aussie accent.

[@sevan66]

kalo kita mendapat koordinat, lalu ingin memasukan koordinat tsb di gps, untuk mengetahui letak lokasi titik yg dimaksud, caranya gimana ya? thx

[@ricardokanimin7851]

Hello, I have a Garmin 64 , and after 6 months it's drains the batteries within 1 hour. What could be the problem?

[@stevenbelanger2841]

How do I delete way points I don’t want anymore ?

[@DirtyHarry000]

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[@rahizanlim1308]

How to setting my gpsmap64s.. I lost river everything lost.. Can u help me..

[@andygoggin4762]

Perfect! Exactly what I needed to know.

[@tyrelallard8240]

Great video #👏👏👏👏👍👍

[@sonamtamchos3447]

Pls explain to find own location