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GPS units by there nature will eat batteries. There are 12 receivers in 
there - they need two receivers per spacecraft. Then add the processor 
and there is a lot of electronics involved. The receivers eat the 
majority of the power. Maybe the next generation receivers will be better.

Truman

The Winters, Cheryl or Randy wrote:

>    Yes the GPS unit of the Timex speed and distance watch eats batteries.
> We use rechargeables and change them often.  The biggest hassle is making
> sure you always have a set ready to go.  We have enough for three or four
> sets.  If they sit around too long they lose some of their charge.  Using a
> "quick charger" to recharge them will get them charged in a couple of hours.
> Randy Winter 
>
>
>  



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