Garmin Quest 2 Portable Weatherproof Handheld GPS

Garmin Quest 2 Portable Weatherproof Handheld GPS - Garmin has a variety of GPS systems that come with full functionality that range from simple push button interfaces to the more technically sophisticated touchscreen display. Despite of the differences in design, one thing stands out as a common denominator for most Garmin products and that is their ability to integrate the newest GPS technology even in their most simplest model such as the Garmin Quest 2. It may look as simple as it is but underneath its simple design is its sophisticated use of the current WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) tracking technology that is also used in the airline industry to accurately find an airplanes current position.

Garmin Quest 2

The accuracy of the WAAS system gives you the closest proximity of within 3.5 meters, which is very accurate. Apart from this, the system also maintains a 95% consistency with regard to speed of the information being sent by satellites and ground stations. Having an attachable GPS antenna, the Quest 2 also has a 12 channel parallel scanning system that enables it to find the nearest available satellite or ground positioning possible. Although it may look as simple as it is, the Garmin Quest 2 responds exclusively to WAAS signal primarily before it responds to other secondary tracking signals such as GPS.

Garmin Quest 2 Design:

Its design was primarily intended for hand-held use considering the presence of ring loop intended to be used with a lanyard which you can put around your neck. As for its main casing, the protruding area on its back in which the battery pack is located fits snugly on the palm of your hand enabling your fingers to securely wrap around it. The Garmin Quest 2 has a textured back casing that gives adequate traction to the fingers when you should find yourself having to struggle with water along your way. A rubberized silicon sealing gasket that lines the inside seams along with its battery pack, prevents water from seeping into the unit’s electronic components. Adequately designed to withstand the the harsh environment.

Features Garmin Quest 2:

Problem with maps? One reason why most GPS systems “hang” is that most people did not realize that they were actually over using the RAM capacity of their devices. One good example is loading every existing map in your GPS at the same time even though you are in just one particular area. Loading maps when you are not in that particular area just adds the load to your GPS ability to process the maps. In the case of GPS systems with lower processing capacity, it is advised to load a map which you are currently located to avoid over using unneeded RAM into your device.

This practical use of your GPS ensures you that it will only process the needed information of the area where you are currently located, setting free the load from your GPS that it will greatly help in giving you real time data. Despite the ability of your GPS to process data in real-time, you would also have to consider the availability of such services once you enter the area. Since GPS services may vary from state to state, getting precise data may be a problem in some areas in which your GPS services may not give you an exact data of the information that you need.

The Quest 2 is a very straight forward piece of hardware since it gives you your exact location at the most quickest possible time through different methods. Considering it uses a very orthodox means of accessing its functions through regular control buttons on its interface is not only convenient, but rids the need for you to frequently touch the screen compared to that of using newer touchscreen displays as it does prevent you from incurring smudges on your display.

LCD Garmin Quest 2:

Considering that its display screen only measures 2.2 by 1.5 inches may be a bit small for those who have a problem with viewing the images on such a scale. But despite its size, it is nevertheless very interactive since it can automatically zoom in at about a mile before you reach your next turn or exit along with its ability to make turn by turn voice notifications to make sure you do not miss that turn. Its glare free screen texture does not reflect back ambient light coupled with its 240 by 160 pixel resolution which is readable under any lighting condition.

Garmin Quest 2 Final Thoughts:

Everything about the Garmin Quest 2 is quite efficient, as much to say the least considering that it is small and compact. Using WAAS as its primary tracking system gives users the accuracy of knowing their location in real time along with its 12 channel scanning ability that reduces “dead spots”. Added to this, its outstanding battery life of 20 hours is more than enough to get you through a whole day of driving without having to worry about recharging the GPS unit. Its compact size fits in well as a hand-held system for outdoor recreational use which can be used under any weather conditions since it is also water proof as well. The Quest 2 was ruggedly designed to do just that along with its ability to give your current location without worrying about its accuracy since it is using the latest WAAS tracking technology.