The Garmin Astro Combo Unit includes the Astro 220 and the DC 30.
Astro 220 Features:
Barometric Altimeter and brand new 3-axis electronic compass. Scratch resistance lens on the 2.6" color TFT display with backlit display and keypad. Resolution 240 x 160 pixels Weight: 6.4 ounces with batteries Battery life: Greater than 20 hours using 2 AA batteries. USB mini-B connector for data updates with a PC. Rugged IPX7 waterproof standards Quad helix GPS Antenna Removable VHF Antenna Micro SD card slot available for preprogrammed MapSource mapping detail such as US TOPO, Inland Lakes, BlueChart adn City Navigator. Stores 1000 waypoints, 50 routes and 10,000 track points. Area calculation feature Built-in auto routing basemap
DC-30
The new DC-30 transmitter collar for the Astro dog tracking system is a rugged all-weather collar that has an integrated GPS receiver and a VHF transmitter. The DC 30 is weighted so the transmitter unit rides protected under your dog's neck while keeping the GPS antenna pointing toward the sky for optimal performance. The design also integrates a new, extremely flexible antenna into the collar, built to take the abuse of the most challenging hunts. The DC-30 is compatilbe with current Astro 220 units.
Product Features and Specifications:
High-sensitivity GPS receiver Dog position updates every 5, 10 or 30 seconds Seven mile range, depending on terrain Rugged, IPX7 waterproof design 17 to 36 hours battery life User serviceable rechargeable lithium-ion battery 4.1 oz for transmitter and antenna 8.7 oz total weight
Package Contains -
Astro 220 DC-30 transmitter collar Carrying Case AC Adapter Vehicle Power Cable USB Cable Trip & Waypoint Manager Owners Manual Quick Start Manual
IMPORTANT NEWS - AKC has recently sent a letter to all pointing breed dog clubs stating that,pending AKC Board approval, they are going to approve the use of GPS enabled tracking devices at AKC field trials and hunt tests starting August 1, 2009.
What a great improvement the Garmin Astro DC 30 is over the DC 20. The new DC-30 transmitter collar for the Astro dog tracking system is a rugged all-weather collar that has an integrated GPS receiver and a VHF transmitter. The DC 30 is weighted so the transmitter unit rides protected under your dog's neck while keeping the GPS antenna pointing toward the sky for optimal performance. The design also integrates a new, extremely flexible antenna built into the collar - built to take the abuse of the most challenging hunts. The DC-30 is compatilbe with current Astro 220 units. Item#: GAR-DC30
Plug this portable long range antenna directly into the Garmin Astro 220 Receiver and increase your tracking distance by up to three miles. Item#: GAR-PLRA
Versatility can be the difference between a good and a bad result. The Garmin Magnetic Mount Antenna for the Astro 220 gives you the versatility you need to find your good dog. Magnetically attaches to the roof of your vehicle so you can move quickly and get to the place you need to be to acquire the signal from the GPS collar. Item#: GAR-MMA
