Garmin Rino 120 - 2 in. Handheld GPS Receiver
- Form Factor: Handheld
- Map capabilities: Internal, Download maps
- Receiver Type: 12 Channels
- Enhanced accuracy: WAAS enabled
- Screen Size: 2 in.
- GPS Type: Handheld (Outdoor)
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Garmin Rino 120
Pros
Great functions, very good sattelite reception, waterproof.
Cons
Click stick too small, awkward somewhat bulky shape.
Recommended it?
Yes
The Bottom Line:
So far, I'm very pleased with the GPS functions of this unit. Just need to check out the radio performance to say it's the best thing since sliced bread.
This is an excellent unit for the hunter or avid outdoorsman! It picks up and holds onto sattelites better than most units I have seen. I've had about 5 different GPS's over the last few years and this is the coolest and best functioning one for sure. I have not had the chance to test the radio functions yet, but I'll add onto this review when I can. The screens are all very easy to navigate through and they have good resolution to show very fine detail.
The only negatives are the click stick is too short to easily use it. It does not stick up far enough to push it sideways or up/down without unintentionally pushing it in half the time. This would not be a problem except that pushing it in causes it to activate other functions. I finally am geting used to using my fingernail to push it sideways. This would be almost impossible with gloves on though. The unit runs on 3 AA batteries and they are arranged in a pyramid in the case back which makes the back of the unit triangular shaped. It is a bit awkward to set down and use because of this. Also, the radio has both GMRS and FRS frequencies and thus they say it can operate up to 5 miles. The FRS frequencies are generally thought to have about a 2 mile range and GMRS about a 5 mile range. One little jewel of info all the manufacturers of GRMS radios fail (intentionally, I'm sure) to tell you is that to use the GMRS channels, you MUST submit an application to the FCC along with $75.00 for a liscense. If you fail to do this and use the channels anyway, they can fine you up to $10,000.
The only negatives are the click stick is too short to easily use it. It does not stick up far enough to push it sideways or up/down without unintentionally pushing it in half the time. This would not be a problem except that pushing it in causes it to activate other functions. I finally am geting used to using my fingernail to push it sideways. This would be almost impossible with gloves on though. The unit runs on 3 AA batteries and they are arranged in a pyramid in the case back which makes the back of the unit triangular shaped. It is a bit awkward to set down and use because of this. Also, the radio has both GMRS and FRS frequencies and thus they say it can operate up to 5 miles. The FRS frequencies are generally thought to have about a 2 mile range and GMRS about a 5 mile range. One little jewel of info all the manufacturers of GRMS radios fail (intentionally, I'm sure) to tell you is that to use the GMRS channels, you MUST submit an application to the FCC along with $75.00 for a liscense. If you fail to do this and use the channels anyway, they can fine you up to $10,000.
