When youre winding your way through new territory, you dont have to worry about how to get back when youre armed with the geko 201. Supports waas and european equivalent egnos may need fw upgrade to. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Usb cables free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Garmin support center is where you will find answers to frequently asked questions and resources to help with all of your garmin products. Play games geko s virtual gps games make your outdoor excursion even more fun.
The geko 201 has a 64 x 100 pixel, highcontrast display for easy viewing and is powered by only two aa batteries not included that can run for up to 12 hours. Press and hold ok use the up down buttons to change the symbol and name if required. Driver for garmin geko 201 gps rs232 to usb converter. The geko is smaller and lighter than an etrex using two aaa batteries instead of two aa batteries. This firmware, you can download, if you go to a full description of the article.
Geko 101 201 301 garmin handheld gps central canada. Usb data and power cable garmin geko 201 301 emap etrex golflogix win7 10 ios. Use garmin express to keep your device software up to date. The garmin geko 301 is very easy to use, supports multiple languages and has an extremely sensitive antenna, which provides navigation information outdoors, in a car, in a train or even in an airplane see mapsource examples. Each upgrade replaces the complete firmware in the gps, which means you need to install only the version you wish to. These upgrades are specific to the specific gps units and software versions listed.
Garmin geko 201how to get data from a device openstreetmap. Its small size and simple buttons allows users to quickly start using the device. Both the geko 101and the geko 201 are inexpensive and offer sleek, thin designs with simple operating systems. Page button press to access the 5 pages up down buttons press to. For the sam money you can find a magellan sport trak map or a garmin legend, even if you never load a map onto them, the will include the cable. This guide is applicable to microsoft windows and linux. If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the. This download area offers free firmware upgrades for select garmin units.
The geko 301 the topend model in a line of three measures a. With its distinctive canopygreen case, the powerful geko 201 allows more waypoint and route storage, as well as available pc and external power connectivity, and builtin waas capability. It is small, the smallest receiver that garmin makes. The software mw refers to is a free small download, so i suggest downloading that and seeing if it works. Unfollow garmin geko 101 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Play games gekos virtual gps games make your outdoor excursion even more fun. Users are encouraged to save all data routes, tracks, and waypoints prior to updating. To turn on the the garmin geko 201 gps receiver, press the red power button. Enjoy a good workout while you chase lizards in geko smak or find the matching symbols in memory race. The geko line of gps devices has gained popularity for their small size, ease of use and relatively featurerich capabilities.
The ultimate outdoor watches with specialized marine features, including comprehensive boat connectivity. View and download garmin geko 301 owners manual and reference manual online. Use the webupdater so you can download and install firmware 2. Please see making gpx tracks for a more general view of loading data from gps devices, which apply to all garmin devices including the geko series once you have recorded tracks on your garmin geko 201 you will want to upload them to the project. When youre winding your way through new territory, you dont have to worry about how to.
Welcome to the world of the geko 301, a small, compact global positioning system gps with capabilities that far outweigh its size. When combined with memmory map and a cable for download a very useful piece of kit for navigating. Jun 15, 2004 the geko line of gps devices has gained popularity for their small size, ease of use and relatively featurerich capabilities. I have started my good old geko 301 i did not use since 2 years. The geko series of gps receivers or a garmin forerunner 305 are a very easy to learn and use device for students.
If you did not get any software cd with the usb to rs232 cable adapter then you will have to download the driver from its manufacturers website. I have a garmin geko 201 gps which has an rs232 interface cable. Like the 201, geko 301 can save up to 500 waypoints, create and save routes, track your travels with a trip computer and connect to your pc for data storage. Garmin geko 301 owners manual and reference manual pdf download. View installation instructions and system requirements. When garmin upgraded the unit to become rohs compliant, the part number was changed to 031940. The 201 is essentially a 101, but has waas, a datatransfer jack, more trackpoints, routes, and waypoint capacity than the 101. The geko 301 includes all the software and hardware features of the geko 201, as well as a builtin electronic compass which provides bearing information while youre standing still, and a barometric altimeter to determine your precise altititude 2,000 to 30,000 feet. Given a choice of basic entry level gps receivers i would certainly choose the geko 201 over the etrex, it is smaller, and has lots more features, especially routes. It is inexpensive and easy to operate, making it a great choice for most applications, and boasts a builtin electronic compass and barometric altimeter. These lightweight units all use a similar gps receiver, antenna and circuitry. Buy usb pc data cable for garmin geko 201 garmin geko 301 garmin etrex camo garmin emap garmin etrex garmin etrex h garmin etrex legend but not legend c garmin etrex vista garmin etrex summit garmin etrex venture garmin etrex mariner golflogix gps receivers, golflogix golf gps. Connect to our web site and look for the product registration link on the home page. Works as well with garmin foretrex 101 and probably other garmin devices.
I think it would be an good idea if as much concerned users as possible report the problem to garmin. If knowledge is power, then the geko 301 is a powerful. Geko 201 and its counterpart, geko 301, are among the smallest and lightest waasenabled gps navigators inexpensive, with simple, intuitive operation. In order to ensure the right driver download, official driver links from garmin are listed at first. Reverting to previous software revisions will clear all user data. Geko 301 can save up to 500 waypoints, create and save routes, track your travels with a trip computer and connect to your pc for data storage. If you choose to use the geko 101 in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibil ity of the owneroperator of the geko 101 to secure the gps unit so that it will not cause damage or personal injury in the event of an. Garmin geko 301 gps receiver garmin gps, ram mounts.
The garmin geko series has been discontinued and is no longer available to. It is inexpensive and easy to operate, making it a great choice for most applications, and boasts a builtin. Your units serial number is in the battery compartment. Activecaptain community blog careers garmin express marine software updates onehelm garmin pros shop all sales. I want to connect it to my pc running windows 7 64 bit. If you have any questions or comments regarding the use of the geko 201 you can visit our web site or contact our customer. When garmin upgraded the unit to become rohs compliant, the part number was changed to. Geko s virtual gps games make your outdoor excursion even more fun. While every attempt has been made by idg communications in the production of these specifications, possible errors or omissions may still occur. If the official driver can not be downloaded, a copy of official driver can be provided at local server download. If you are going to want to download waypoins directly in the geko you will also need to purchase the cable, these are around 38.
Especially for users of the site firmware we posted the official version of the firmware for garmin geko 301. Ive never tried to connect it to my mac, but i did some reading a while back and i thought the main hang up was the scarcity of programs that recognize the geko. Garmin geko 201 the garmin geko 201 is an altogether different proposition. Download more new firmware from our website and then install it to my mobile device with our instructions. Also you can have a look at the following link for updating the drivers. Gekos virtual gps games make your outdoor excursion even more fun. Dec 10, 2004 the geko 301 and 201 have the same fast fix times and reliable reception as the rest of the garmin lightweight gps units, including the etrex and foretrex series. The garmin geko 201 has five keys located on the front of the unit for easy onehand use that allows the user to quickly access all of the units functions. Idg communications neither assumes legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness. Garmin geko 301 handheld gps discontinued the garmin geko 301 handheld gps is among the smallest and lightest waasenabled gps navigators on the market. To learn more, read garmin s gps guide for beginners available through the garmin website.