Coordinates

metrokid · 09-09-2009, 5:08 PM

Hi,
Does anyone on the forum know where I can get acurate coordinates for my location? Thanks
Martin

KeithO · 10-09-2009, 9:01 AM

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Originally Posted by metrokid

Hi,
Does anyone on the forum know where I can get acurate coordinates for my location? Thanks
Martin

Do you have a satnav?! On TomTom models you can display the satellite status screen and that will show your coordinates. Also available through the 'Help Me' screens I think. I am sure most makes have something similar.

If you just need to convert an address to map coordinates, try GPS Visualizer: Quick Geocoder

metrokid · 10-09-2009, 2:22 PM

Hi,
Thanks, yes I have sat nav, although my Daughter uses it more than me. I also have a Garmin E-Trex handheld unit, and a Sat Nav system for a PDA. The reason I need accurate coordinates is for use in aligning a telescope.
Martin

Crocodile · 10-09-2009, 5:33 PM

The SatNav will be best but if you can zoom into this map accurately, it will give you co-ordinates at the bottom of the page.

metrokid · 10-09-2009, 5:46 PM

Hi,
Thanks very much for the information. I will set up my Sat Nav tomorrow and see what results I get with that. For the telescope, it does not need to be 100% accurate anyway.
Martin