Bad Elf 2200 GPS Pro (Black/silver)
- Connect up to 5 devices at a time via Bluetooth technology. Now also compatible with the iPhone 5, new iPad, iPad mini, and iPod touch 5th generation.
- Large LCD screen with backlight for night operation
- Standalone GPS datalogger stores 100+ hours of tracking data
- Extra-long battery life and 10Hz reporting rate
- Rugged and splash-proof to IPX4 standards
The Bad Elf GPS Pro shares location information with up to five iOS devices simultaneously using Bluetooth technology. Large LCD display shows critical status information about location, power, Bluetooth connectivity, and trip data storage. Record up to 100 hours of trip data for sharing and storing. Extra long battery life of up to 16 hours using Bluetooth or up to 35 hours just data logging. The rugged and splash proof enclosure stands up to outdoor use. Works with all location based apps.
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March 10, 2014[Update 1-4-2014] Well-supported,
This product is a different, more sophisticated animal. Some users of the little elf had connector and clunky charge cable issues, and this Pro unit solved both elegantly with Bluetooth. People are amazed when I tell them how many simultaneous connections it supports. I’ve tried it with my two iDevices, and it works as advertised. Pairing is fast, and “bird” acquisition indoors and out is quick and amazing.
Bad Elf’s app has vastly improved the utility of both devices, especially testing without needing to open a mapping app. Some companies have a product requiring support of an app or desktop software. My experience is some products are wonderful but the software is terrible. Bad Elf’s hardware and software is well-matched with an intuitive user interface.
I have not had an issue with the USB connector cover popping open; but, I travel with my Pro in a little nylon camera case. I do not have an issue with the built-in battery because I know I can get support if I need it.
Again, I am pleased because the product works, it is easily updated, and Bad Elf’s competent technical support staff is readily accessible via email, online workorder system and social media.
Update 1-4-2014: The app and firmware updates have SIGNIFICANTLY improved the unit’s utility.
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|HATIM A. FATHI
March 10, 2014Very good,
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|R.P. Mik "Kubisuro"
March 10, 2014Excellent for Field Work,
My basic usage of the Bad Elf Pro is as follows:
* Data log track to know where I’ve been using my iPhone (or back at the office) and, back at the office, to geotag photos from a quality stand-alone camera
* Locate my present location on a custom map
But an update on Feb 15, 2013, now has numbered Point of Interests (or waypoints). So now it is fully field capable as I can tie field notes (either entered via spreadsheet or an actual field book) to a point of interest and to a position on my data log track. I really look forward to using this feature!
I perhaps did test to see just how well the Bad Elf Pro works under rainy, canyon, shady conditions: data log track of my trip from Lahaina to Hana and back around the South Road. It picked up every single twist and curve and, for more than 4 hours, never lost a solid track (e.g., I’ve had tracks on other GPS units suddenly jump miles away and back to my location due to bad topographic and veg conditions). Fantastic! And every photo geotagged perfectly! Apple’s Aperture does successfully import the resultant GPX files. I should add that the GPX includes elevation so you can view your track in 3D. But it is a satellite elevation fix, so expect it to be off by 40-80 feet due to limitations of satellite triangulation of elevation.
The Bad Elf Pro is going to revolutionize the way I take field notes. I can download the GPX or KML files straight to my iPhone or iPad, overview my day’s work, and skip a lot of post-processing steps. Heck, I can take my wifi-only iPad out into the field now if I ever get a rugged case and sidepack for it! I can imagine buying a less expensive iPod touch to use with the Bad Elf Pro just for field work and not putting an iPhone or iPad in harms way.
Awesome product! Unless you need survey-grade positions, who needs Trimble when there is the Bad Elf Pro and great 3rd party apps that can provide 10 times more functionality than TerraSync? Bad Elf has great support and regularly update the Bad Elf Pro. They *really* listen to and appreciate customer feedback.
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