'GPS Data Collection' Category

  • Waypoints missing after sending GIS shape files to my Garmin GPS?

    Marie C. writes: “I’m having trouble viewing GIS shape files that I had imported into ExpertGPS. I clicked send to GPS and the transfer was said to be made successfully. But, now I can’t figure out how this will be viewed on the etrex. Also, I have many way points for [...]


  • GPS Mapping Water Pipelines and Infrastructure

    GPS Mapping Water Pipelines and Infrastructure

    Chad W. asks: “Our city is in the process of looking for map software that will enable us to go out and mark all fire hydrants, water valves, man holes etc. and then load these points to a gps for future use. Will this software accomodate us with these features?”


  • Mapping and Updating Golf Course Designs in the Field with a Garmin GPS

    Mapping and Updating Golf Course Designs in the Field with a Garmin GPS

    Jim S. needs to view his golf course designs and engineering documents out in the field, where he can collect way points and make notes using a GPS. GPS expert Dan Foster offers two solutions.


  • Using ExpertGPS Pro to update ArcMap layers after a GPS survey in the field

    Using ExpertGPS Pro to update ArcMap layers after a GPS survey in the field

    JC wants to send polygon shapefiles from ArcMap to his Garmin Oregon 400t so he can conduct a field survey and mark changes on his GPS. ExpertGPS Pro will allow him to transfer shapefiles to his Garmin GPS, make changes in the field, and update his GIS database when he gets back to the [...]


  • How can I view topo maps on my laptop without an Internet connection?

    How can I view topo maps on my laptop without an Internet connection?

    Daniel W. is heading to Utah, and wants to be able to use his topo maps out in the middle of nowhere, far from an Internet or phone connection. Can ExpertGPS help?


  • How to Copy ExpertGPS Maps to your Laptop

    Dan Foster, author of ExpertGPS, shows how to copy the topo maps and aerial photos on your desktop computer to your laptop, so you can use the same maps when you’re out in the field, away from an Internet connection.


  • Using a USB to Serial Adapter

    Using a USB to Serial Adapter

    If your GPS receiver comes with a serial cable, and your laptop or desktop computer only has USB ports, you’ll need a USB to Serial Adapter to connect the two. GPS Expert Dan Foster walks you through the steps for connecting a serial-based GPS to your computer’s USB port.