Is this the performance bundle with the barometric altimeter
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I do not think so, but I am not sure. I have not seen anything with a reference to a barometric altimeter.LV
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There is no GPS on the core. The barometer and altimeter are directly proportional. However variances in either are minimal. Don't try to look at the correlation when using them together. it is best to use them separate and you'll get a more accurate reading.
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As far as I know, all GPSs track altitud as long as they have acquire signals from more than 3/4 satellites. I have this GPS module and I get altitude readings. Hope this helps.
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No, this model is the step down. Although it will sync with my bluetooth 4.0 bike computer and show cadence from that, but no altimeter. I didn't get the altimeter model because although it shows you instantaneous gain on a climb or descent, it's not something I would be looking at while working out. When you upload your workouts to the computer it shows your elevation profile which is enough for me.
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No. If you want the weather/waterproof model you'll need the "Expedition" edition.
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hi! I'm fairly certain the elite has extra gadget options (you can hook up a heart rate monitor to the elite) and tracks more via the gps. Like altitude, etc. Check there to find the differences.
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No, it is sold seperately for about $50. The monitor and sensor are proprietary and a Polar sensor will not work. That is a negative for this watch and heart rate monitor.
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Having used the Garmin 205 as well as a barometric altimeter, often simultaneously in mountains in Scotland and Spain, I was surprised how accurate the Garmin altitude readings were (when 4 or more satellites were in view). The only time it was 'flakey' was when useable satellites dropped to 3 or less.
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For accurate elevation, altimeter needs to be calibrated. Try to find a spot where you know the elevation and then go to the altimeter screen and enter that elevation. I believe if you leave it on in the same location for an hour or so that it will "autocalibrate," but I think entering a setting is more accurate. Also possible to enter known barometric pressure if you have that available. Note: This is not a set it and forget it kind of thing.
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Altitude is part of the position calculation, and almost all GPSs can report it. Altitude error is about twice location error, so not too accurate. An altimeter/barometer greatly improves this accuracy, by correcting for oscillations in indicated altitude. They figure out the barometric pressure, so the slow weather changes are corrected out. Plus you can predict weather from the barometric changes, if you study them carefully enough.
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Simple answer is yes - it's what I use (the Garmin sensors with the IBike).
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Yes, you can use Polar Hr7. As a matter of fact it works better than the Magellan HRM.
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Yes it is. I have had some serious GPS issues with mine which resulted In a loss into the water.I would look around.
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Hi Micheal , If you buy the bundle (620 + heart rate monitor) than yes it is included otherwise you have to buy separately and cost more . Yes when you wear the heart rate monitor it tells you vertical oscillation and cadence ...hope this information help .
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It does yes, altitude, direction, and velocity. But they are only about as accurate as the coordinates themselves (within 3-5 meters),
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the one i recieved came with cadence and speed sensors as well as the heart rate monitor it works well and is easy to see even in bright daylight, however the sigma software is a pain and the docking station doesnt always register. i like it alot
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My Legend HCx Garmin eTrex Legend HCx Personal Navigator worked great in the plane as long as I was quite close to the window. A Cx might not. My GPS said we were a few thousand feet higher than the captain said we were but maybe he was wrong! It tracked very well. I could look down at a town and recognize it from the map on the gps as we flew over. Very cool!! On the ground my elevation is quite accurate with my topo maps loaded. IF you have the Vista you may need to calibrate it to the known elevation and air pressure any time the pressure changes much. I don't know this for sure as I haven't read the manual but other altimeters that use pressure need to be calibrated. My Legend HCx Garmin eTrex Legend HCx Personal Navigator worked great in the plane as long as I was quite close to the window. A Cx might not. My GPS said we were a few thousand feet higher than the captain said we were but maybe he was wrong! It tracked very well. I could look down at a town and recognize it from the map on the gps as we flew over. Very cool!! On the ground my elevation is quite accurate with my topo maps loaded. IF you have the Vista you may need to calibrate it to the known elevation and air pressure any time the... » Read More My Legend HCx Garmin eTrex Legend HCx Personal Navigator worked great in the plane as long as I was quite close to the window. A Cx might not. My GPS said we were a few thousand feet higher than the captain said we were but maybe he was wrong! It tracked very well. I could look down at a town and recognize it from the map on the gps as we flew over. Very cool!! On the ground my elevation is quite accurate with my topo maps loaded. IF you have the Vista you may need to calibrate it to the known elevation and air pressure any time the pressure changes much. I don't know this for sure as I haven't read the manual but other altimeters that use pressure need to be calibrated. « Show Less