Garmin Alpha 200i/200 Plus Handheld Only
Garmin Alpha 200i/200 Plus Handheld Only
Quick Overview
The Garmin Alpha 200 and Alpha 200i are advanced dog tracking and training systems designed specifically for hunters and dog owners who need to keep track of their dogs. These devices allow you to monitor up to 20 dogs at once on a 3.5" display with a 2.5-second update rate. The Alpha 200 features preloaded TopoActive maps, BirdsEye Satellite Imagery, customizable training options, and other advanced navigation features. The Alpha 200i includes all of the same features as the Alpha 200, but with the added benefit of InReach satellite technology. This technology allows you to send text messages anywhere using satellite, check the weather anywhere without any cell or internet service, and includes an SOS button that alerts emergency services of your location with a press of a button.
It's important to note that while the InReach satellite technology included in the Alpha 200i requires an active monthly service subscription to use its features, the subscription is only necessary for the InReach features and not for all other features. The tracking and training features of both devices do not require a monthly subscription. However, without an active subscription, the InReach features will not be accessible on the Alpha 200i. Whether you're tracking your dogs during a hunting trip or just keeping tabs on them during outdoor activities, the Garmin Alpha 200 and Alpha 200i are powerful tools that can help you stay connected and informed no matter where you are.
Quick Overview
The Alpha 200 and Alpha 200i are two of Garmin's most advanced dog tracking and training systems, both designed specifically for hunters. While they share many features in common, the Alpha 200i includes additional technology that sets it apart.
The Alpha 200 is an advanced GPS tracking and training system that lets you monitor up to 20 dogs from up to 9 miles (depending on dog device) on a 3.5" display with a 2.5-second update rate. The system features a sunlight-readable 3.5" capacitive touchscreen display and a button-operated, dog-focused design for quick, minor adjustments. It also includes premium Garmin navigation features, such as preloaded TopoActive maps, BirdsEye Satellite Imagery with direct-to-device downloads, built-in 3-axis compass, and barometric altimeter.
Meanwhile, the Alpha 200i includes all the same features as the Alpha 200, but with the added bonus of InReach® satellite technology. This advanced technology allows you to send text messages anywhere using satellite, check the weather anywhere without any cell or internet service, and includes an SOS button that alerts emergency services of your location with a press of a button. With the Alpha 200i, you have access to all the same premium Garmin navigation features, customizable training options (TT15/TT15 Mini only), federal public land boundaries, and hunt timer function as the Alpha 200, but with the added benefit of InReach satellite technology.
In conclusion, both the Alpha 200 and Alpha 200i are highly advanced dog tracking and training systems that offer hunters a range of useful features. While the Alpha 200 is an excellent choice for those who don't need the added features of InReach satellite technology, the Alpha 200i is the ultimate choice for hunters who want the latest and greatest technology to help them monitor and train their dogs in the field.
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In Box Items/Accessories
- Alpha® 200i handheld with rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
- Belt Clip
- AC Adapter
- microUSB cable
- Documentation
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Alpha 200i ONLY
- Built in Inreach (Requires Subscription)
- Send Text messaging anywhere using Satellite with no cell phone coverage)
- Check Weather anywhere without any cell or internet service
- SOS button, Alert emergency services your location with a Press of a button.
The Alpha 200 dog tracking and training system lets you monitor up to 20 dogs from up to 9 miles (depending on dog device) on a 3.5" display with a 2.5-second update rate. Easily control training functions by using the button-operated, dog-focused design. You’ll also have access to premium Garmin navigation features, such as preloaded TopoActive maps, BirdsEye Satellite Imagery with direct-to-device downloads, built-in 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter.
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Large 3.5" Display with Six-Button Design: The system features a sunlight-readable 3.5" capacitive touchscreen display and a button-operated, dog-focused design for quick, minor adjustments.
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Track your pack: Monitor up to 20 dogs from up to 9 miles (depending on dog device) with a 2.5-second update rated.
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Dog List and Group Management: Dog list and group management let syou keep inactive dogs in the system for easier setup.
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Mutli-GNSS Support: Access mulitiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS and Galileo) to track your pack with greater accuracy than GPS alone.
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Topoactive Maps: Our preloaded TopoActive mapping provides detailed views of terrain contours, topographic elevations, summits, parks, coastlines, rivers, lakes and geographical points.
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Birdseye Direct: Download Birdseye Satellite Imagery directly to the handheld for better-than-real-life viewes of your route, trailheads, clearings, and more.
- Navigation Sensors: A barometric altimeter helps you accurately monitor ascent and descent as well as see short-term trends in air pressure, and the built-in tilt-compesated 3-axis electronic compass keeps your bearing -- whether you're moving or not.
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Training Options (TT15/TT15 Mini Only): When paird with TT15 tracking and training collars, you will have access to 18 levels of continuous and momentary stimulation plus vibration and adjustable tones.
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Federal Public Land Boundaries: Optional display of federal public land boundaries on topographical maps shows Bureau of Land Management, national parks and wilderness so you know that you're venturing where you're supposed to be.
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Hunt Timer Function: Use the convenient stopwatch with countown feature to time up to four dogs at once during hunting competitions or field trials; get quick access to the timer with the new user-configurable buttons.
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Pro View Compass: The pro view compass mode gives you simple, at-a-glance tracking that shows which direction and how far away your dogs are, plus you will see when a dog is "Treed" or "On Point."
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Garmin Explore App: Pair with the Garmin Explore app on your compatible smartphone to see real-time dog tracking information, save collections of dog tracks and replay tracks to see exactly what happened during your hunt.
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Additional Mapping: The microSD card slot allows you to load more mapping options, such as TOPO U.S. 24K and Garmin Huntview Plus maps (sold separately)
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Garmin Ecosystem: Track your pack from the road, your wrist and other ways, thanks to wireless connectivity with compatible Garmin devices, such as the Garmin DriveTrack 71 GPS Navigator, fenix 6 GPS watches, and more.
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Dog Tracking Widget: Pair your Alpha 200 with a compatible Garmin watch, and see the information from an active dog track in the Dog Tracking widget on your watch.
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Backward Compatible: Backward compatible so you can keep your existing collars and other Alpha compatible devices; transfer location data between compatible Garmin devices.
- Long-Lasting Battery: Replaceable battery lasts up to 20 hours.