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Reverse / Backup Camera on Lowrance HDS Off Road GPS

Lowrance Off Road Reverse Camera

Sometimes it’s the simple things that go a long way. When you’re buckled up, your 5-point harness has you secured in your vehicle and then… you can’t see to back out of camp? Even mirrors aren’t always effective with chase lights, radiator, spare tires and who knows what else blocking a rear view on your UTV, prerunner, ultra 4 car or other go-fast desert machine. Today we take a break from talking about GPS maps and explore an add-on option to your Lowrance HDS to add a rearview camera.
Check it out now on the RuggedRoutes YouTube Channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ls–QxLkWPI?sub_confirmation=1

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Remotely Import & Export USR & GPX GPS Map Files on Lowrance Off Road GPS

GPS Map remote uploads and downloads on Lowrance off road GPS

Some of you  techie folks out there might sit back and think.. This was a thing the whole time?!? In this video I how to remotely access your Lowrance HDS or Elite FS files over a wifi network. I explain 2 methods of wifi connections. I also cover 2 methods for transfering USR files. One is the embeded browser application / webserver. The second method is great for copying general files including using GPX Files and is done through an FTP connection. The first method directly exports and imports your USR data to/from the Waypoint Routes and Trails database over a connection through your web browser. When Connecting directly to the GPS as a hotspot, the IP Address to acces through the browser or FTP is 192.168.76.1 .  For the local IP when connecting the GPS to your local network, check the Network Info panel as shown in the video. This can be a conveneint way to move files to your GPS map files to and from your GPS without an sd card. There are varying scenarios where this could be useful. This was demonstrated on a Lowrance Elite FS 7 with the San Bernardino National Forest Map Card Inserted, but can also be done on HDS Pro series as well as many other previous generations of Lowrance Off Road GPS’s.
Check out the You-Tube video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMQpclYl1QU?sub_confirmation=1

Also be sure to check out Rugged Routes on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ruggedroutes/?hl=en

Announcements

Rugged Routes Releases Stoddard Wells, CA OHV GPS Map for Lowrance Off Road GPS

For Immediate Release

Rugged Routes Releases Stoddard Wells, CA OHV GPS Map for Lowrance Off Road GPS

High-Resolution, Color-Coded OHV Trails Map Provides Accurate Data for Off-Road Enthusiasts

Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 9/22/2023 — Rugged Routes, a leader in off-road mapping
solutions, announced the release of their Stoddard Wells, CA OHV map for Lowrance
GPS systems. Created by mapping veteran Steven Lutz, this cutting-edge product aims
to improve trail navigation for both casual and competitive off-road enthusiasts.
Steven Lutz, a trained Lowrance GPS mapping specialist with over a decade of
experience, has a rich history of 4-wheeling, dirt bike riding, and exploring the deserts of
California. “I personally needed better Lowrance off road GPS mapping to explore trails
and OHV areas that Iwasn’t familiar with. There’s a lack of proper signage and
documentation in Stoddard Wells. This gps map fills that void,” Lutz said.

What sets this OHV GPS map apart are its high-resolution satellite imagery and colorcoded
trails, previously known only to local 4-wheel drive clubs, and are often not
documented in other mapping solutions. These unique features provide unprecedented
navigational accuracy, improving the off-road experience for users.
Installing the map is as simple as inserting an SD card into a compatible Lowrance off
road GPS unit and pressing an on-screen button to enable the satellite imagery layer. The map works 100% offline, requiring no subscriptions or additional downloads. “The interface is extremely logical and straightforward,” Lutz added. The map is designed for everyone from recreational UTV, 4×4, and desert truck
enthusiasts to competitive desert racers. The Stoddard Wells, CA OHV map is available
immediately and can be purchased at Rugged Routes’ website: RuggedRoutes.com. If a
customer needs assistance, responsive email support for simple questions is available as
well as the ability to schedule phone calls for more complex technical conversations.
There are also Lowrance GPS tutorials on the Rugged Routes YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/@RuggedRoutes?sub_confirmation=1
Steven Lutz revealed that additional GPS mapping and integration solutions are already
in development, with additional various product releases right around the corner. Those
interested in keeping up to date on Rugged Routes can can sign up for e-mail updates at:
http://list.ruggedrocks.com/?p=subscribe&id=2 or follow on Instagram at:
https://www.instagram.com/ruggedroutes/?hl=en
Final Thoughts
“This has been a long-awaited project. Mapping has a lot of momentum right now, so
users can expect additional announcements in the near future,” Lutz concluded.