Garmin 120 problems

[Lucky_Phill]

I have one of the original Garmin GPS units, in the 120 !

Yesterday, I started the unit and it would not log onto satelites. The unit itself was working, but no sign of acquiring a satelite.

I checked the terminal at the unit, and found minimal rust. Cleaned it and sprayed, but to no avail. I cannot see any kinks or breaks in the remote antenna cable, and the connection from the cable to the antenna looks in good nick. I left the unit on overnight, but still no go.

I believe the problem lies with the cable or antenna.

So my questions are:-

Has anyone else had this very problem ?

Does anyone know or have a GOOD idea of the problem ?

Has anyone had a similar problem, but with another brand of GPS ?

Does anyone know of a reputable repairer, I was thinking of GME in Brisbane ?

And lastly, does anyone know next weeks winning lotto numbers ?

Cheers Phill

[straightshooter]

Phill, test the unit with any other antenna cable such as 128 or 152 models. generally the antenna is at fault. the plug can be easily changed and tandys sell em.

[Lucky_Phill]

Good idea. TX

[straightshooter]

Dont mention it, now to that other matter

[straightshooter]

Phill, $2.28 for the same plug checked em out.

[jiminy]

Make sure you set the connections properly.

[Lucky_Phill]

OK, still haven't done what I should have. But now have contact with a guy that has a similar unit, and I will be going to see him and plug in his antenna.

If my unit works, mmmmmm I think I know the problem.

I will, however, take apart the unit and look in the back for corrosion etc.

The antenna cable fitting is ' loose ". and that may be a problem as well.

Still on the go, and will keep ya'll informed.

Cheers Phill

[MulletMan]

Maybe you can kick start it by manually inserting the position instead of letting it auto locate the satellites and lat/long.
If you go to MENU x SETUP (or system) and insert the following as a position it might get it's brain going again........

S 27.252.000 E 153.06.000

[Lucky_Phill]

That'd be OK, except for the S 27.252.000 me thinks it has one too many digits in da middle

But, not a bad suggestion, and I will give it a shot.

Cheers Phill

[Volvo]

Get rid of it n buy a Navman when ya win the Lotto ....

[Volvo]

Was only joshin, had thesame problemo with a Lowrance and turned out to be Antenna...

[MulletMan]

Ya havta go into SETUP and select the format of the Lat/Long Phil to get all the digits!
Not the end of the world (excuse the PUN ) to only have two but more is better!