-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Loaning GPS Units Summary Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2012 21:12:07 +0000 From: Lara Otis <[log in to unmask]> To: [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]> Thanks to everyone for the helpful responses! Here's a summary. Lara Otis University of Maryland Units in use - Delorme PN-40 - Trimble Juno 3B - Garmin GPSMAP 60Csx, 62stc, and 76CSx (the Garmin 60/62 series seems to be the most popular) - Garmin eTrex Summit HC - Garmin eTrex Venture HC - Garmin eTrex (r) 30 - Garmin Oregon 300 Recommendations and Current Practices - Pre-load them with base maps (e.g. topographic, aerial) - Separate units for general lending and for faculty lending (courses/research) - Additional navigation software can be costly, needs upgrades, and a possible litigation risk - Have a loan policy statement/agreement - Consider buttons vs. touch screens on the units Check-out times - 4 hours (overnight after 3pm) - 14 days - 7 days - 3 days - variable as needed by the patron