GPS receiver design

T he exterior of the device makes a fairly decent impression, with only very few protruding parts and a good seal on the USB connector. The battery compartment on the back can easily but solidly be opened and closed. If we are to believe the stories on the website, the device is able to withstand heavy attacks. The removable protective cover seems to be the odd one out, as it is a fairly lightweight construction and I do not quite understand exactly what it does. If I look at the scratch-proof glass of my watch, still without damage after 5 years of daily use, I consider the cover an unnecessary accessory. We need not doubt the waterproof feature either.

Satmap LCD display in the bus

Sharpness and visibility of the display

I have mixed feelings about the monitor. It has a lower resolution than some competing models, although its sharpness is more than sufficient. The dimensions provide a large view and it is fine to work with when the weather is slightly on the dark side. However, even when the backlight is set to 100% on a sunny day, you can still hardly make out anything. You will need to provide some shade, one way or another. 40% of backlighting was more than enough for a night walk through the woods. The light was so bright, I no longer needed my flashlight. When the backlight is turned off, you can only view something on the monitor when the light falls on it at a certain angle. In practice, this means you have to keep the backlight on at all times.

Satmap USB cable

Satmap Active 10