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  • Garmin Alpha XL Vehicle Dog Tracking and Training Device

    Pre-Order - Estimated ship date of 2/12/2025.

    The Garmin Alpha XL is the ultimate tool for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who rely on their dogs. With its advanced GPS technology, you can monitor up to 20 dogs from up to 9 miles away, ensuring that no dog is ever out of sight. Whether you're on the road...

    • The Garmin Alpha XL is the ultimate tool for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who rely on their dogs. With its advanced GPS technology, you can monitor up to 20 dogs from up to 9 miles away, ensuring that no dog is ever out of sight. Whether you're on the road or off the beaten path, the Alpha XL offers seamless, reliable tracking and intuitive navigation.


      Key Features:

      • Large 10" Touchscreen Display: A crisp, high-resolution display that lets you monitor your dogs and navigate with ease. View in portrait or landscape mode for optimal visibility.

      • Track and Monitor Up to 20 Dogs: Using VHF radio technology, the Alpha XL pairs directly with your compatible dog collars to track your pack from a distance of up to 9 miles (depending on your collar model).

      • Turn-by-Turn Navigation: Whether you're navigating city streets or rugged trails, preloaded City Navigator® maps and topographic maps ensure you always know the way.

      • Off-Road Navigation Tools: Explore with confidence using satellite imagery, high-definition elevation maps, and adventure roads. The 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter keep you on track, even in the most remote locations.

      • Advanced Dog Tracking and Training Features: View real-time tracking data such as distance, speed, and barks per minute. Send training commands directly from the touchscreen with 18 levels of stimulation, tone, or vibration (when paired with a compatible training-enabled collar).

      • Dog List & Group Management: Store data for up to 250 dogs, making it easy to organize and manage your pack. No need to manually re-enter dog names for every hunt.

      • Channel View Feature: Avoid interference by selecting less congested frequencies with this helpful feature, ensuring smooth communication with your dog collars.

      • Portable Operation: Use the Alpha XL in the field with up to 2 hours of portable tracking via Bluetooth®, keeping you connected even when you're away from the truck.

      • Hunt Metrics Data: Track each dog’s daily hunting performance, including distance traveled, speed, and time afield. This data helps you monitor and improve your dog’s performance (requires compatible collar).

      • Expandable via the Alpha App: Expand your tracking and training capabilities using the Garmin Alpha app. Access additional statistics, drop waypoints, and more directly from your smartphone.


      Preloaded and Customizable Mapping:

      • TopoActive Maps & Satellite Imagery: Preloaded maps of North America, with downloadable satellite imagery and premium mapping content (with an Outdoor Maps+ subscription), ensure you have the best navigation tools for any terrain.

      • Backward Compatibility: Continue using your existing Garmin-compatible collars and handheld devices, transferring location data seamlessly between compatible devices.


      Reliable and Durable:

      Built to withstand tough outdoor conditions, the Garmin Alpha XL is rugged, reliable, and designed to keep you connected to your dogs in the field.

       

      Tracking and Training at Your Fingertips

      The Garmin Alpha XL gives you the freedom to track your pack, manage your hunt, and train your dogs with ease. With its powerful combination of GPS, tracking, and training features, the Alpha XL is the perfect companion for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts who demand the best.

    • General Specifications

      • Dimensions: 9.65" W x 6.06" H x 0.83" D (24.5 x 15.4 x 2.1 cm)
      • Weight:
        • Total: 28.5 oz (806 g)
        • Head Unit: 19.5 oz (554 g)
        • Radio Mount: 9 oz (252 g)
      • Display Type: 10.1" wide view IPS, color TFT, with on-lens capacitive touch panel
      • Display Size: 8.5" W x 5.3" H (21.6 x 13.5 cm); 10.1" (25.7 cm) diagonal
      • Display Resolution: 1280 x 800 pixels
      • Dual-Orientation Display: Yes
      • Magnetic Mount: Yes, 1" ball adapter with AMPS plate
      • Battery Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion
      • Battery Life: Up to 2 hours

      Maps & Memory

      • Preloaded Street Maps: Yes
      • High Definition 3D Terrain: Yes (Outdoor Maps+ Subscription)
      • Data Cards: microSD™ card (not included)
      • 3D Terrain: Yes (Outdoor Maps+ Subscription)
      • Internal Storage: 64 GB
      • Ability to Add Maps: Yes (Outdoor Maps+ Subscription)
      • External Memory Storage: microSD™ card (not included)
      • Includes Map Updates: Yes (Outdoor Maps+ Subscription)
      • Downloadable Satellite Imagery: Yes (Outdoor Maps+ Subscription)
      • TOPO Map Support: Yes (Outdoor Maps+ Subscription)
      • Downloadable USGS Quad Sheets: Yes (Outdoor Maps+ Subscription)

      Sensors

      • GPS: Yes
      • Galileo: Yes
      • Barometric Altimeter: Yes
      • Compass: Yes (when out of mount)
      • 10 Hz Multi-GNSS Positioning: Yes

      Outdoor Recreation

      • Point-to-Point Navigation: Yes
      • Preloaded Topographical Maps: Yes
      • Preloaded US Public Land Boundaries: Yes
      • Preloaded Private Land Parcel Maps: Yes (parcels greater than 4 acres)
      • Preloaded USFS Roads and Trails: Yes (including motor-vehicle-use-maps for motorcycle, ATV, SXS, and full-size 4x4)
      • Navigate-a-Track Navigation: Yes
      • Turn-by-Turn Trail Navigation: Yes
      • Compatible with Outdoor Maps+ Subscription: Yes

      Camera Features

      • Backup Camera Compatible: Yes (BC 50)

      Navigation Features

      • Garmin Real Directions™ Landmark Guidance: Yes
      • TripAdvisor® Traveler Ratings: Yes
      • Route Shaping Through Preferred Cities/ Streets: Yes
      • Includes Traffic: Yes (with Alpha Mobile app)
      • Lane Assist with Junction View (Displays Junction Signs): Yes (with Alpha Mobile app)
      • BLUETOOTH® Pairing: Yes
      • Speed Limit Indicator: Yes (displays speed limits for most major roads in the U.S. and Europe)
      • Driver Alerts: Yes (sharp curves, school zones, red light and speed camera warnings, and more)

      Advanced Features

      • Smart Notifications via App: Yes
      • Wi-Fi® Map and Software Updates: Yes
      • Access to Live Services via App (traffic, weather, etc.): Yes

      Connectivity

      • Smartphone Platform Compatibility: iPhone®, Android™
      • Works with Garmin App on a Compatible Smartphone: Yes (with Alpha Mobile app)
      • Range (via Smartphone or Other BLUETOOTH® Source): 30 ft (10 m)

      Motorcycle Features

      • Garmin Adventurous Routing™: Yes
      • Track Support: Yes
      • Custom Map Support: Yes
      • Wireless ANT+® Technology: Yes

      Adventure Features

      • Pair with Compatible inReach® Devices: Yes
      • Track Recorder (Breadcrumbs): Yes
      • iOverlander™ Points of Interest: Yes
      • Ultimate Public Campgrounds: Yes
      • Pitch and Roll Gauges: Yes
      • Birdseye Satellite Imagery (Download via Wi-Fi): Yes

      Dog Tracking Features

      • Radio Frequency Band: MURS (151-154 MHz)
      • Tracking/Training Range: Up to 9 miles
      • Tracks: Up to 20 assets (any combination of compatible dog devices and handhelds)
      • Update Rate: Up to 2.5 sec
      • Dynamic Update: Yes
      • Track Log: 20,000 points
      • Stored Contacts: 250 dogs
      • Group Management: Yes
      • PRO View Compass: Yes
      • Channel View: Yes
      • Training Features: Yes (stim, tone, and vibration via touchscreen)
      • Hunt Metrics: Yes

      Electrical Features

      • Power Source: 12V in-vehicle socket

      Outdoor Applications

      • Dog Tracking: Yes
    • Alpha XL dog tracking GPS navigator

      rugged suction cup with powered VHF mount

      socket arm and 1” ball mount

      16” (40.6 cm) magnetic mount

      vehicle power cable

      charging/data cable

      documentation

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