Garmin Astro 900 Dog Tracking Bundle with Dog Device and Handheld
DESCRIPTION
The Garmin Astro 900 Handheld GPS Dog Tracking System is the ultimate solution for hunters and dog trainers who need precise location tracking. Designed to track up to 20 dogs simultaneously, it provides real-time positioning every 2.5 seconds, ensuring you never lose sight of your canine companion. Using high-sensitivity GPS & GLONASS, the Astro 900 excels in challenging terrains, offering unmatched reliability in dense forests, mountains, or open fields.
With preloaded TOPO maps for the U.S. and Canada and 1-year free BirdsEye Satellite Imagery, hunters and trainers can navigate with clarity. The Hunt Metrics feature records dog speed, distance traveled, and time afield, allowing for effective training adjustments. Built rugged and water-resistant (IPX7 rated), the Astro 900 withstands extreme conditions, and its long battery life ensures extended use in the field.
Track up to 20 dogs with the 2.6” color display; pair with T 9 dog devices for a range of up to 5 miles (8 km); uses 900 MHz FHSS, approved for operation in Canada and the U.S.
2.5-second update rate provides faster location tracking when dogs are on the run
High-sensitivity GPS and GLONASS satellite reception has the ability to track in more challenging environments than GPS alone
Preloaded TOPO mapping for the U.S. and southern Canada and a free 1-year BirdsEye Satellite Imagery subscription for better location-awareness
Hunt Metrics dog data analyzes dog’s speed, distance traveled, and time afield so you can review and train more effectively
Key Features
Track Your Dog’s Every Move
The Astro 900 pairs with the T 9 dog device (sold separately or in a bundle) to track each dog every 2.5 seconds.
View real-time movement on a bright, crisp 2.6” color display with customizable tracking settings.
The Dog Track page provides a directional compass view for easy navigation.
Auto-zoom mapping ensures that all dogs remain visible on the screen, even if they move beyond the standard map view.
Advanced Covey Counter & Waypoint Marking
Use the Covey Counter™ to mark exact hunting spots, including location, time of day, elevation, and birds flushed.
Save waypoints for key locations such as trucks, lodges, food plots, and tree stands for seamless return navigation.
Comprehensive Hunt Planning with BaseCamp™
BaseCamp™ software allows users to plan, view, and organize maps, waypoints, routes, and tracks.
Supports 2D and 3D topographic data and allows unlimited satellite image transfers with BirdsEye Satellite Imagery.
Wireless Sharing & Expanded Compatibility
Syncs with Garmin DriveTrack™, displaying live dog positions on a moving map.
Compatible with Garmin fēnix® watches, Oregon® handhelds, Montana® handhelds, and GPSMAP® 64 devices.
Wireless unit-to-unit data transfer for seamless coordination among hunting partners.
Power options include standard AA batteries or an optional rechargeable NiMH battery pack.
Bright orange high-visibility casing makes it easy to locate if dropped in the field.
Follow Your Dog's Every Move:
Using our T 9 collar device (sold separately or as a bundle) to transmit each dog’s location as often as every 2.5 seconds, Astro 900 is quick to pinpoint the track they’re following — even when they’re on the run. On the Astro device’s bright, crisp display, you can see your dog’s current location and a trail of where he’s been. You also can switch over to the Dog Track page to view a compass pointing to your dog’s location. For help in keeping the big picture in sight when tracking multiple dogs, it’s easy to auto zoom the map page, so all dogs can be seen on the display at any time. Dogs that are too far away to fit on the map’s current zoom scale can be notated on the display’s margin in the direction of the dog’s location. To reduce visual clutter on the map, you can toggle between “show all,” “show some” and “show none” — selecting the duration that each dog’s track is viewable on the display. You can also share a dog’s track code so another person can view your dog’s location on their unit’s map, along with the dog tracking compass. Further, by sharing a dog’s control code, you can allow another person to configure and control your dog’s on-collar device.
Count Your Coveys:
After you’ve tracked down your quarry, mark the exact spot with the Astro device’s Covey Counter™, a special waypoint that shows the exact location, time of day and elevation where you found your prey as well as the number of birds you flushed and took from that location. Astro lets you save other special waypoints, such as “Truck” and “Lodge,” so you can easily find your way back to these locations at the end of the hunt. Astro also offers special waypoint icons to represent food plots, tree stands and other hunting-related points.
Make Every Outing Count:
Plan for a more productive hunting trip with BaseCamp™, software that lets you view and organize maps, waypoints, routes, and tracks. BaseCamp displays topographic map data in 2-D or 3-D on your computer screen, including contour lines and elevation profiles. It also can transfer an unlimited amount of satellite images to your device when paired with your Astro device’s free 1-year BirdsEye Satellite Imagery subscription.
Share Wirelessly:
With an expanded ecosystem of wireless connectivity options, Astro 900 can support unit-to-unit data transfer with a variety of compatible Garmin devices. For example, Garmin DriveTrack™ can receive and display dog positions on its moving map — with topographic or satellite image views — showing navigation cues to your dog’s current location. Likewise, a compatible fēnix® GPS watch can receive dog status updates and alerts for viewing at a glance on your wrist. Also, while you’re in the field, Astro 900 lets you link and share wirelessly with your buddies’ compatible devices, such as the Oregon® handheld, Montana® handheld, GPSMAP® 64 chartplotter or other ANT+® connectivity-enabled devices, to help coordinate hunt logistics on the go.
Turn Your Computer Into a BaseStation for Tracking Dogs
Tough, Water-resistant, Long-lasting:
Like all Garmin outdoor products, Astro 900 is designed to be effective, easy to use, reliable, and rugged enough to withstand all the blows, bumps, and sloppy conditions of training and hunting. The handheld unit is water-resistant to IPX7, and it can be powered with standard AA batteries — or it’s optionally available with a long-lasting NiMH battery pack that’s rechargeable in the unit. What’s more, if you ever drop or misplace your Astro 900 in the field, the high-visibility orange case makes it easier to track down.
Detailed Specifications
Specification
Details
Brand
Garmin
Model
Astro 900
Physical Dimensions
2.4" x 6.3" x 1.4" (6.1 x 16.0 x 3.6 cm)
Display Size
1.43" x 2.15" (3.6 x 5.5 cm); 2.6" diagonal (6.6 cm)
Display Resolution
160 x 240 pixels
Display Type
Transflective, 65K color TFT
Weight
9.2 oz (260.1 g) with batteries
Battery Type
Optional NiMH pack or 2 standard AA (not included)
Battery Life
Up to 20 hours
Water Rating
IPX7
Memory/History
4 GB
Preloaded Maps
Yes (TOPO U.S. and Canada)
External Storage
microSD™ card (not included)
Waypoints/Favorites/Locations
2,000
Track Log
10,000 points, 200 saved tracks
Routes
200
In Package
Astro 900 handheld
T 9 dog device with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery
1 inch (2.5 cm) orange collar strap
4.2 inch (10.8 cm) antenna for Astro 900
14.2 inch (36 cm) antenna for T 9
Belt clip
AC adapter
Vehicle power cable
Charging cable for T 9
USB cable
Manual
Manuals & Documents
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