Features
Astro 900
Handheld GPS Sporting Dog Tracking System for U.S. and Canada.
- Track up to 20 dogs with the 2.6” color display;
pair with T 9 dog devices for a range of up to 5 miles (8 km); uses 900
MHz FHSS, approved for operation in Canada and the U.S.
- 2.5-second update rate provides faster location
tracking when dogs are on the run.
- High-sensitivity GPS and GLONASS satellite
reception has the ability to track in more challenging environments than
GPS alone.
- Preloaded TOPO mapping for the U.S. and southern
Canada.
- Hunt Metrics dog data analyzes dog’s speed,
distance traveled and time afield so you can review and train more
effectively.
With faster 2.5-second location updates and the
capacity to follow up to 20 dogs (T 9 devices sold separately or as a
bundle), Astro 900 is a handheld powerhouse of dog-tracking performance.
Intuitive and easy to use, Astro 900 features a vibrant 2.6” color display,
preloaded TOPO mapping for the U.S. and southern Canada, an optional in-unit
rechargeable battery and Hunt Metrics data to help analyze your dog’s
tracking habits in the field, so you can know how to train more effectively.
Follow Your Dog's Every Move.
Using our T 9 collar device (sold separately
or as a bundle) to transmit each dog’s location as often as every 2.5
seconds, Astro 900 is quick to pinpoint the track they’re following - even
when they’re on the run. On the Astro device’s bright, crisp display, you
can see your dog’s current location and a trail of where he’s been. You also
can switch over to the Dog Track page to view a compass pointing to your
dog’s location. For help in keeping the big picture in sight when tracking
multiple dogs, it’s easy to auto zoom the map page, so all dogs can be seen
on the display at any time. Dogs that are too far away to fit on the map’s
current zoom scale can be notated on the display’s margin in the direction
of the dog’s location. To reduce visual clutter on the map, you can toggle
between “show all,” “show some” and “show none” - selecting the duration
that each dog’s track is viewable on the display. You can also share a dog’s
track code so another person can view your dog’s location on their unit’s
map, along with the dog tracking compass. Further, by sharing a dog’s
control code, you can allow another person to configure and control your
dog’s on-collar device.
See More Detail with
Additional Mapping.
Astro 900 features a microSD card slot that
allows you to load even more mapping options. You also can opt for City
Navigator NT map data, which gives you turn-by-turn driving directions on
roads. The Astro device’s mapping depicts important nearby geographical
features and enables you to see if your dog has crossed a creek or is
nearing a dangerous roadway. Astro 900 is also compatible with Garmin Custom
Maps, free software that transforms paper and electronic maps into
downloadable maps for your device.
Track with Hunt Metrics Dog Data.
Sophisticated Hunt Metrics data helps monitor
your dog’s hunting patterns and behaviors to optimize your training
opportunities. You can see your dog's times, distances traveled and overall
scores. Plus, Astro 900 will also capture the number of times during the
hunt when an “on point” or “treed” event was indicated.
Count Your Coveys.
After you’ve tracked down your quarry, mark
the exact spot with the Astro device’s Covey Counter, a special waypoint
that shows the exact location, time of day and elevation where you found
your prey as well as the number of birds you flushed and took from that
location. Astro lets you save other special waypoints, such as “Truck” and
“Lodge,” so you can easily find your way back to these locations at the end
of the hunt. Astro also offers special waypoint icons to represent food
plots, tree stands and other hunting-related points.
Share Wirelessly.
With an expanded ecosystem of wireless
connectivity options, Astro 900 can support unit-to-unit data transfer with
a variety of compatible Garmin devices. For example, Garmin DriveTrack can
receive and display dog positions on its moving map - with topographic or
satellite image views - showing navigation cues to your dog’s current
location. Likewise, a compatible fēnix GPS watch can receive dog status
updates and alerts for viewing at a glance on your wrist. Also, while you’re
in the field, Astro 900 lets you link and share wirelessly with your
buddies’ compatible devices, such as the Oregon handheld, Montana handheld,
GPSMAP 64 chartplotter or other ANT+ connectivity-enabled devices, to help
coordinate hunt logistics on the go.
Turn Your Computer Into a
BaseStation for Tracking Dogs.
Load your laptop with BaseStation software to
turn it into a field control center for tracking multiple dogs (equipped
with T 9). View real-time GPS information on the larger display of your
computer, making it ideal for canine search and rescue teams. And because
it’s GPS and GLONASS capable, you'll get tracking, even where internet and
cell phone service isn’t available.
Tough, Water-resistant,
Long-lasting.
Like all Garmin outdoor products, Astro 900 is
designed to be effective, easy to use, reliable and rugged enough to
withstand all the blows, bumps and sloppy conditions of training and
hunting. The handheld unit is water-resistant to IPX7, and it can be powered
with standard AA batteries - or it’s optionally available with a
long-lasting NiMH battery pack that’s rechargeable in the unit. What’s more,
if you ever drop or misplace your Astro 900 in the field, the
high-visibility orange case makes it easier to track down.
