Two words, I like! I only have the TeleGPS but the device transmits the Altus Metrum telemetry in sequence with APRS packets. So one can use AltosDroid and anyone with an APRS rig on frequency can monitor the APRS position packets both at the same time. Great for having backup. I needed a TeleGPS for a small project and it's the smallest GPS rocket tracker out there.One can use it as an APRS tracker by itself so one doesn't have to purchase a dongle or a TeleBT to use it like a BeelineGPS tracker. All that position data comes across the D72A screen just like any other APRS device so don't be shy in purchasing a TeleGPS because it will work with any 70cm APRS receiving station. AltosDroid/TeleBT/or Dongle gives portable maps and is a better navigation solution than APRSDroid for a variety of reasons. Plus if using a Kenwood D7/D72 or Yaesu VX-8GR interfaced to a Garmin 60Cs(X), any round port socketed Garmin or a blue cased Legend one can navigate automatically with a map in hand in the exact same fashion as a Beeline GPS tracker. The Heading Situation Indicator in the Garmin 60 Cs(X) units are really easy. Follow the arrow and it will tell you how long it's going to take to get to the rocket icon besides being able to scroll back and forth to the map display (Not to diss the Beelines, I have three of them.)
Kurt Savegnago KC9LDH
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