If you ever have an issue with one of your Garmin devices, one of the first things the Double U team is going to ask is "Is your device updated?" If you're not sure, it's always good practice to check your device for an update via Garmin Express or Garmin Webupdater. For devices such as the Alpha 200/200i, Alpha 10...
Garmin DriveTrack 70/71 Product Support Page
Garmin DriveTrack 70/71 GPS product support and Technical help page.
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Locating the Serial Number on Your Garmin Tracking Equipment
When you call Double U with a broken Garmin item, the first thing we'll ask for is its serial number. Using this, we can check the item's purchase date and warranty status, or if out of warranty give a customer discount if the item was purchased from us. On Alpha handhelds, this will be located under the battery. The serial... -
Tracking with BaseStation
Sometimes a DriveTrack just doesn't cut it for some houndsmen. There are many hunters out there that prefer a larger in-vehicle screen, or have spectators in the truck with them that enjoy watching the race. In our field tests, connectivity is much better with a DriveTrack 71, but for users wishing to take advantage of the Astro and Alpha units... -
Garmin Drivetrack 71 Troubleshooting
"DriveTracks run on magic." -
What is my Current Garmin Software Version?
Many issues with Garmin products can be troubleshot with software updates. Click here to find out if you're up-to-date, -
How to: Update Drivetrack 71 Software Wirelessly
From your main screen. Tap “Settings” Tap the down arrow Tap “Wireless Networks” Tap “Wi-Fi” Tap “Search for Networks” Tap an available network and type the password for that network. You will get a message asking if you consent to Garmin collecting, using, and sharing your device data. You can choose “Yes or No” Next message will prompt you for... -
Alpha and DriveTrack 71 Pairing issues
Garmin has improved the Alpha to DriveTrack pairing process with software updates since the inception of the DriveTrack 71. However, having the Alpha and the DriveTrack fail to pair with each other is still common. This often happens after they become separated from each other, and then for some reason will not pair back up together. Here are a few... -
How To: Change Usage Mode on the Garmin DriveTrack 70
If you would like to change the "Usage Mode", please follow these steps From your Home Screen, select "Settings" Select "Usage Mode" You can select between, Prompted, Automobile, or Dog Tracking Prompted - This will automatically switch to Dog Tracking Mode you when it is connected to an Alpha/Astro Device. When your Alpha is turned off, your Drivetrack will automatically... -
How do I Pair my Alpha 100 to my DriveTrack71?
First you will want to make sure that all other handhelds surrounding you are turned off. This will assure that your DriveTrack71 will pair with your unit and not with another hunter's. From your home screen, select Setup Select Dogs Verify that the Dog Broadcasting is turned “on” (if it says dog broadcasting is “off” simply select “dog broadcasting” then...