GPS receiver module question?

  • ryan-hale
    NW Ia
    Posts: 1548
    April 18, 2004 at 2:29 am #1232685

    Here is a question for you guys that use the round type Lowrance GPS module.I have a dual console boat.Can I mount the module on the inside of the windshield on the dash and still get strong enough signals? Directions say a clear,unobstructed view.Thanks for the help.
    Ryan Hale

    bill_cadwell
    Rochester, Minnesota
    Posts: 12607
    April 18, 2004 at 3:46 am #301433

    Mine is mounted on the top of my console inside of the windshield and I have had no problems. I have a friend who has two mounted there and no problems. I have a locator mounted and then my GPS mounted a little higher up and behind the locator to the left and the puck is mounted behind the Gps and works fine.

    Thanks, Bill

    kevinneve
    Devils Lake ND area
    Posts: 330
    April 18, 2004 at 1:22 pm #301451

    You won’t be able to lock in on all of the possible satellites if part of the field is obstructed by anything. Depending on how many satellites are being blocked, the accuracy of the GPS unit can be compromised.

    So the question is…How accurate do you want or need to be?

    wade_kuehl
    Northwest Iowa
    Posts: 6167
    April 18, 2004 at 1:40 pm #301454

    Ryan, the windshield itself will not interfere. Mounting it higher than the LMS 480 might be helpful depending on how you have it all set up. We’ll test ‘er out this weekend.

    derek_johnston
    On the water- Minnesota
    Posts: 5022
    April 18, 2004 at 1:44 pm #301455

    Let me know how it works. Is your windshield tinted?

    I’m thinking of using Velcro to mount it inside the dash. Less holes to drill.

    bill_cadwell
    Rochester, Minnesota
    Posts: 12607
    April 18, 2004 at 3:20 pm #301458

    My GPS puck is siliconed [glued] onto my dash.
    Thanks, Bill

    ryan-hale
    NW Ia
    Posts: 1548
    April 18, 2004 at 4:50 pm #301459

    I’m going to play with it next week-end to see how it works.Move it around and watch the GPS signals.Have my hand- help under the windshield and it picks up signals just fine.Thanks for all the help.
    Ryan Hale

    kevinneve
    Devils Lake ND area
    Posts: 330
    April 18, 2004 at 10:42 pm #301475

    I know of several around here who are mounting their reciever with velcro to the dash. Then they take it off the boat and use on their pick-ups for ice fishing and getting home from the bars in a fog.

    I put a lot stuff on my dash so it wouldn’t be a good idea for me to mount mine there.

    I usually mount it back near the stern. It takes less pounding there. Occasionally someone will sit on it and I lose the signal.

    I know the game wardens will pick you up if your boats windows are tinted to dark

    Hey Wade, Looking forward to the package. (LCX-15) Now I just need a boat to mount it on.

    wade_kuehl
    Northwest Iowa
    Posts: 6167
    April 19, 2004 at 6:09 pm #301223

    Quote:

    Hey Wade, Looking forward to the package. (LCX-15) Now I just need a boat to mount it on.

    Hey Kevin, she shipped today! The boat… can’t help ya there. Take care, Wade

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