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Two-way radio with GPS
- Includes GPS positioning
- Voice activation
- PC interface and built-in memory
- Expensive
- Limited range
- FCC license required
- Heavy to carry
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Weak Transmission and Reception Capabilities, October 20, 2009The unit is quite functional, though when used in a rugged wooded setting, such as hunting, the reception and transmission capabilities are lacking. I was recently elk hunting and the other members in the… group had the fancier Garmin Rhino GPS units, which significantly outperformed the Rhino 110. I bought on price point, thinking that I might lose out on some of the bells and whistles of the other higher end units that I wouldn't ultimately need, but in the end the 110 didn't have the horsepower and resulted in a number of instances where I couldn't communicate with the other group members and I was separated by less than two miles in a relatively unobstructed environment.
Great Product!, March 26, 2009Best buy on the internet, February 24, 2009Excellent, December 31, 2008Not sure about this unit !, October 30, 2008I thought this is what I wanted, now I'm not so sure. I bought it for a few reasons; I sail and wanted to be able to call for help if I needed to but there is no chanel 16 (help channel)on this unit. I… also wanted the gps so I could find my way back in the fog. despite reading the two booklets and playing with the unit I'm still cant seem to figure out how to use it. So, I'm now looking for a proper marine radio so I can call for help. I guess this old sea dog is just too old to figure out this new tech stuff
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Several useful gadgets are suggested here for outdoorsy types. Threndyle likes that the Garmin Rino two-way radio has a GPS receiver. At an estimated $150 it's more expensive than most, he says, but it does have two antennae for better range and reception.
Review: Cool Tools, Steven Threndyle, Summer 2007
2. About.com
In this short review, Steve McCormick, the About.com guide to NASCAR racing, praises the Garmin Rino for its built-in GPS receiver and rugged, waterproof construction that's ideal for outdoor events such as NASCAR races. He also finds that the Garmin Rino's range performs as rated by the manufacturer. While the Garmin Rino is heavier than other two-way radios, it comes with a belt clip that makes it easier to carry. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)
Review: Garmin Rino GPS-enabled Two-Way Radio, Steve McCormick
3. Amazon.com
About 20 owners post reviews of the Garmin here. Most of them have good things to say, though one calls it a "glorified walkie talkie." Several negative posts are from people who had hoped that it included mapping software.
Review: Garmin Rino 110 Handheld GPS Navigator and 2-Way Radio, Contributors to Amazon.com
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