Alpha 300i Handheld GPS Features:
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Improved 3.5" (diagonal) sunlight-readable touchscreen shows more map detail with brighter colors -
3X the battery life of the Alpha 200 handheld -- 50+ hours runtime
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USB-C port for charging and data transfer via PC or Mac
- InReach technology offers interactive SOS alerts and two-way messaging via the global Iridium satellite network (subscription required; jurisdiction restrictions may apply)
- Dedicated emergency SOS button
- Sleek, streamlined design
- Fully rubberized outer coating with an over-molding
- Touchscreen works even when wearing gloves
- Meets tough IPX7 waterproof standards
- Quad helix GPS / Galileo antenna for improved signal reception
- Removable VHF antenna
- Barometric altimeter
- 3-axis compass
- 16 GB internal memory
- WiFi connectivity allows for software auto-updates, easy Birdseye installation, and more
- Micro SD card slot (max. 32 GB class 10 or less) for preprogrammed MapSource mapping detail such as US TOPO, Inland Lakes, BlueChart, and City Navigator, or add more memory by installing a blank MicroSD Card
- Garmin "backbone" accessory mount plus lanyard attachment point
- Power Button Control Screen includes button lock feature
- See ambient temperature data by adding the Garmin Tempe (available separately)
- Backward compatible so it will work with your existing collars and other Alpha compatible devices
- Transfer location data between compatible Garmin devices
Alpha 300i Handheld Specifications:
- Dimensions: 2.7" x 6.4" x 1.3" with antenna
- Weight: 9.9 oz.
Alpha 300i Handheld Compatibility:
- TT25 / TT15X / TT15 / TT15 MINI / TT10
- T20 / T5X / T5 / T5 MINI (tracking function only)
- NOT compatible with Astro DC series collars
Alpha 300i Dog Tracking Features:
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Updated, easier-to-use menu interface
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Channel View lets you see what collar channels are currently available in your area to minimize interference with other users
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Compatible with Garmin's Outdoor Maps+ subscription service
- Preloaded TopoActive maps
- Directly download BirdsEye satellite imagery to your handheld
- Map Screen Options let you show or hide Dog Status, Distance, Names, and Offscreen Dogs
- Zoom to Map Dogs: automatically see all dogs on your map screen no matter how far they are from you
- Dog Trails: choose from Complete History, Partial History, or No Trail History
- Dog Set Up Menu with universal dog settings including Update Rates and Dog Types
- Dog Alerts: choose tone-only, vibration-only, or tone and vibration
- Hunt Metrics: shows each dog's hunting patterns and behaviors so you can keep them healthy and safe
- Share your dog info with other Alpha handheld units
- Save up to 1,000 waypoints, 50 routes, and 10,000 track points
- Compatible with the Garmin Explore app and website for managing tracks, routes, and waypoints, as well as reviewing statistics from the field
- GeoFence and Radius alerts
- Area calculation feature
- Emergency Alert lets you send your dog's last known location and an alert message to other Alpha users in the area
Preset alert messages include:- Help
- Are you OK?
- I'm coming
- Stay there
- OK
- Yes
- No
- Come here
- Lost dog
- Injured dog
- Ending hunt
- Go on without me
- Headed your way
- Caution: others nearby
- Game spotted
- Slow down
- Speed up
- Nice shot
Alpha 300i Remote Training Collar Features:
- Customizable settings let you create your own personal configuration with ideal stimulation types and settings for each dog
- 3 front + 3 side buttons and touchscreen controls
- Train and track up to 20 dogs from one screen
- Adjust stimulation levels from any screen
- 18 levels of continuous STIM
- 18 levels of momentary STIM
- Non-stimulating vibration and tone options
- Choose from two stimulation configurations:
- Traditional STIM -- 6 levels with each level having a low, medium, and high for a total of 18 levels, replicating the "classic" Tri-Tronics stimulation setup
- Linear STIM -- 18 levels that exactly match the low, medium, and high levels used in Garmin / Tri-tronics PRO series collars for those who prefer a slightly faster way to raise and lower levels
Alpha 300i Comes With:
- 5" handheld antenna
- RF antenna cap
- USB-C cable
- AC adapter
- Rechargeable li-ion battery pack
- Belt clip
- Owner's manual
- 1-year Garmin warranty
- Optional InReach Satellite Subscriptions:
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Select and activate your subscription plan via the Garmin Messenger™ App
Enabled Essentials Standard Premium SOS Included Included Included Included Check-in messages $0.10 each Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Text messages / Weather request $0.50 each 50 total 150 total Unlimited Photo and voice messages $1.00 each 10 total 25 total 50 total Tracking intervals $0.10 each (10 min+) $0.10 each (10 min+) Unlimited (10 min+) Unlimited (2 min+) Additional Charges Activation fee $39.99 $39.99 $39.99 $39.99 Overage Charges Messages $0.50 each $0.50 each $0.50 each N/A Photo and voice messages $1.00 each $1.00 each $1.00 each $1.00 each
Note: Monthly plan prices do not include the federal Universal Service Fund Fee and any applicable state and local taxes. Prices subject to change. These plans are for individual consumers in the U.S. only. See garmin.com for more information.
The new Garmin Alpha 300 and Alpha 300i handhelds are the exact same unit except the 300i has inReach capability.
These new GPS dog-tracking handhelds are very similar in look and feel to the Alpha 200 models. It's the same case, size, and setup, but the 300 and 300i have new features to make them more user-friendly than the 200.
The Alpha 300 series have a better battery life, a better screen, and a better charging system.
The 300 series also has the ability to use WiFi to update both the handheld and collars, and the new menu interface is easier to use.
The Alpha 300 and 300i can track and train up to 20 dogs. The fastest fixed update rate is 2.5 seconds, but when using the new dynamic tracking, it'll automatically adjust the update rate based on your dog's activity. Less movement = longer update rate.
The Alpha 300 and 300i offer multiple map options including TOPO maps, Birdseye Direct satellite imagery, HuntView pre-programmed micro-SD cards, and Garmin Outdoor Maps+ (available by subscription).
They have 18 levels of continuous and momentary stimulation plus non-stimulating vibration and tone options. You can create custom setups for each dog, letting you set different stimulation levels based on each of your dog's needs.
New Features on the Alpha 300: - 50-55 hours of run time on one full charge
- USB-C charging port
- Update handheld and collars using WiFi
- Improved menu interface
- Clearer, more detailed screen
- Compatible with Garmin Outdoor Maps+ subscription service, which includes HuntView maps
- Channel View allows you to see what collars are being used and what channel they're on