why do lots of real outdoor people mountain climbers say the watch sucks and navigatiin is way of track?
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
I know several mountain climbers, many from Switzerland and they mostly don't wear a watch, or if they do it's usually a light ProTrek... real mountain climbers don't use toys like these, these toys are for those who aren't native to reading and surveying the openness, or are less experienced. This is where it goes very wrong, you're trying to make something the watch isn't, thinking it's a Sat-Nav, the GPR isn't that type of watch, it's a tough watch that has tracking abilities and is able to set points for later use. Huge battery pack with a working solar charging system. It's mud resistant and resistant to shocks including temperature shocks, plus has a LOW TEMP DISPLAY, and have you seen how a regular LCD/display acts when in freezing conditions? Let me also mention the reliability of the GPR-B1000 Rangeman, at this moment and time Garmin for an example have been hacked, which has forced them to shutdown the app side, which means I can't at this moment plan any routes to my watch, am also experiencing GPS signals loss! While that's in a mess my Rangeman continues to track me, route me and set point memos, so if anything sucks at the moment it's not the GPR. Their's climbers and their's CLIMBERS, I think the ones you've been listening to aren't hardcore with no nonsense relying on gadgets, the big boys interest is making a challenging summit. You choose your tools wisely, if you choose a tool expecting more, then having a hissy fit about it proves their weakness, real climbers get on with it and always move upwards. Look at both sides to build the fuller picture, and those real climbers don't have time for KZfaq! So these watches are for the lesser men if you know what I mean, we are using these as aids but sometimes you never know, so having a solid tool with some form of help can be a life saver, but it's not 100%, and getting lost is easily done regardless, as humans make mistakes that no computer can help you with.
@the_outer_circle_trader19364 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman ..thanks for the quick and detailed explanation did not expect anything else 😉🙃 but to immediately get rid of a misunderstanding, I do not criticize the Rangeman GPR since I have the Green version (1B) myself. I always wanted to buy a solar buy powered G Shock but there was never one with all the features on it that I personally would have liked to see until the rangeman gpr came out. have the Rangeman-B1000 1-BER since November 2018, was first in the Netherlands with the green version though lol😉have to honestly say navigation of the rangeman gpr has never let me down during the long forest walks with the kids.Im a noob and no mountain climbing for me😋 i was just wodering cuz of reviews.so thx again bud ! when i got the first all youre YT vids realy helped me understand the watch to the fullest for that i tyvm! I wonder if the navigation would work in the amazon woods in south america ,with all those trees i would have clear open sky above me?..Keep up the Good Work bud..be save n god bless✌
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@the_outer_circle_trader1936 Cheers for your reply :) The Garmin fan boys have gone quite and the Rangeman fans still continue using their GPR's... use it to its means and it's a powerful tool... as with trees this does have an effect, personally I believe GPS watches and devices work using antennas, have been doing some research about this, as the military still stand by them. The coverage from a frequency covers a huge distance, and to think how far the MB6 antennas reach just goes to show their strength. Sometimes with an open sky in a deep valley the GPS can fail which I've lived, and this gives me more proof to my idea how they work. Also receiving frequencies doesn't use up battery that fast, look how long a battery radio can last, and that has a speaker too. If you're planning an Amazon adventure, then please go with a guide and in a group, at least you have food if you're not a vegetarian LML :-P Have a great Sunday :)
@jamese.muhammad82724 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I would be nice if you could do a full review like this on the GBH-1000.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@jamese.muhammad8272 Me too... just waiting at the moment.... Cheers :)
@edh48084 жыл бұрын
Casio, sponsor this man to make official content
@the_outer_circle_trader19364 жыл бұрын
so what 😋
@the_outer_circle_trader19364 жыл бұрын
they found the perfect man for rhe job✌
@kojackkojack2579 Жыл бұрын
he means he suggest that casio sponsor this man so he can do more review.
@wardoec74114 жыл бұрын
Mate. there is no words to describe how stunning and detailed your review is. It really helped me to clear some Q´s i had about the Rangeman. Now i am waiting for mine to arrive. thanks a lot! Great work here!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend... now, I'm not called Mr Rangeman for the sake of it, I've owned this watch since it was released in 2018, and so please look at the playlist for all the GPR-B1000 videos, and enjoy the entertainment while waiting for your own to land... cheers :))
@wardoec74114 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman i am doing that, indeed. Great videos!!!🎉🎉
@alekaleksanianantonic31624 жыл бұрын
Best channel on KZfaq. Before I bought my Rangeman i was up in arms between the G shock and Garmin! However after watching all WatchUp69 videos on the Rangeman and the tests that his been doing between both watches I found that the Rangeman was a perfect fit. Tough, thick and long lasting solar power. However I do need to say this about this channel..... I struggled to get my watch up and running since the day I bought it which was 6 weeks ago. Without the help of WatchUp69 and his detailed reviews i would of return the watch as a Faulty unit. WatchUp69 spent some time with me to teach me how to understand the functions of this watch and to come to realise that the watch wasn't faculty but the App needs an update(which hasn't happened yet). THANKYOU Mate!!!!!! You have a happy viewer here. Now this is a shout out to Casio - You need to sponsor this Channel, I called Casio to help me sort my issues and maybe assist to see if I was doing something wrong. I got no help at all! They just said return it!! This channel did the work for you, therefore I think this channel should get sponsored to promote and review other G-Shock watches. CASIO, I will buy more watches if you give him watches to review and keep. Some of the reviews are long but they are detailed. You wont miss a thing. Once again thank you for making my life easier.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend for your amazing message... it was a pleasure to help and glad it wasn't anything wrong with the actual Rangeman. I enjoy doing this channel and most importantly helping with understanding a watch that I've had experience with, as those who sell these types of watches aren't as geek as I am, plus they've probably not lived with it enough to understand every detail. I like to address every possible situation with watches I review especially these hybrids, even taken them on pointless tests across Europe just to see how the GPS functions, but if anything it just shows how incredible this Rangeman is. Anyway, thanks again for the message has made some big smiles my end of the world. Cheers Phill
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@Spikey Scenes Cheers buddy... I did have loads more videos on the GPR-B1000, but have lost them when my original channel as removed (full story on my Instagram) but I'm glad I still have the long GPS pointless tests :) This video is new, but think it's better than my first one... it's long but has it all in one place... Have a super Sunday and cheers again :)
@bryang32473 жыл бұрын
Great Job! I knew nothing about this watch & now I feel confident about using it, because of the time you took to share. Very much appreciated. I hope Casio pays you for your great work
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy... you're not the first to say if CASIO paid me, and I also got a negative comment saying how crap the GPR-B1000 was compared to the Garmin Fenix's, and that I must be getting paid to support such crap.... well the answer is, CASIO don't, nobody pays me, this is a passion that I enjoy, and making it a job would spoil that side I'm sure. The GPR-B1000 is my favourite watch, and when my Fenix 6 Pro couldn't be used when Garmin got hacked that time last year, my trusty GPR-B1000 was ready... oddly that negative comment guy went quite when I returned to ask how his Fenix is coping with the use of Garmin's App... well he didn't reply, and that was one point I mention, that this GPR-B1000 shouldn't be compared to the Fenix, both are different, but most importantly, both can navigate you :) (the Rangeman navigates further) Enjoy it, it's a very very good G-Shock to have :)
@dukeandace20104 жыл бұрын
I’ve learnt everything I know about the rangeman from your channel and I still sat here and watch the full video. Good to keep everything fresh in my memory and even learnt a couple of new things. Awesome video.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy... this is a new video, as the last one was lost when my old channel was removed... but think this video is better as I cover more details keeping it in one place... I will post the test screen side of this watch soon, as that has some fun things, and one that I use often. Cheers for the support and feedback... and just to add, I'm always learning new things, and sometimes it's nice to find these new finds after you've had a watch for a while, as it makes it feel like a new watch again :))
@michaelpablo4 жыл бұрын
BEST TUTORIALS EVER! Well Done!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy.. I make my videos to how I want to see it if watching it from another channel... never enough details hey... cheers again :)
@ubonfante4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for taking the time, Sir. I just received the watch and your tutorial (particularly the "hands on" GPS functions with walking tour) is the first one that makes perfect sense to a new owner like me, and is far easier to understand than even the official full manual, which after repeated reads still didn't make all functions clear. Great job, very much appreciated all your hard work. Cheers from sunny Southern California, stay safe!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing I would say... wasn’t sure if I wanted to make another tutorial on the GPR-B1000 as it’s packed full with so much details, that I knew it would be a long time in the making... but grabbed the bit and went full on with it... there’s more to this watch, but decided that what I would cover is plenty enough. The manual is scatty where to start, so my tutorial is basically start to finish in order... time stamps are there to use at anytime too... Thank you for your feedback, makes me happy that it’s useful... Cheers from a mix of sun, grey and snow flurries here in Buckinghamshire UK
@PfarrerHerzblut4 жыл бұрын
Casio should pay you for this (and the other) video manuals! Without your help, I never would have understood this watch - and how to use and how great it is, and it is!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my dear friend for your uplifting comment :))) So was this tutorial better than the first one I made back in 2018? I know, it was that long ago :) No Mrs Rangeman this time, but she'll be back later in the year for more fun mini watch movies :) So pleased it helped, that's what I enjoy doing with regards to helping :)
@PfarrerHerzblut4 жыл бұрын
WatchUP69 Mr Rangeman honestly it is better than the first one. I think they are much more confident in using the functions of the watch, and so you could explain it in an easier way to understand. 🙂
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@PfarrerHerzblut Thank you... I thought so too, as I added all what I filmed before in one video now.... the navigational side I think is better, maybe not as much fun without Mrs Rangeman, but it shows how it performs in the real world :) Thanks again for your honesty, and your support and welcome back us hey :))
@hatimsalim13554 жыл бұрын
I am glad KZfaq recommended this video, and I am saving to get the Black version 1ER
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers for your comment my friend... have a look on the used market if you're on a budget, some sold are near to new condition I've noticed... thanks again :)
@AvgJoeWatchReviews4 жыл бұрын
You’re on a role with the Casio G’s content. Loving it brother.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
I needed to re-make this tutorial, as I'm known as being Mr Rangeman... took a long while to get this done, more than when I did the tutorial on my Fenix 6 Pro... but I enjoy it and love a challenge... cheers buddy :))
@48013283 жыл бұрын
I’ve had mine for 4 years now and love this watch wouldn’t leave home without my watch may never need gps but nice to know its there
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
You had yours early, got mine in October 2018 a little after the release date... brilliant watch, has it all... probably has the biggest solar ring on any G-Shock too :)) You never know, making a point memo could be a life saver, especially if it's where you left your wife LML :-P Cheers for your feedback my friend :))
@mainjarboui55783 жыл бұрын
Thanks really helpful, i have finally decided to buy it over the GBD H1000. Can't wait to get it and start testing it in the wilderness . I 've seen many reviews that many owners here in Qatar failed to get a gps signal , but i will try it nonetheless here and in my native country tunisia . I will be updating you regarding how it behaved in the middle of the desert. And i will be putting that tide function into test , as here it's very useful to monitor your timing while entry /exit from desert as most of the route is a seashore. Thanks again for the effort , highly appreciated and great content sir
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy What a great comment with some interesting information too. Now I’ve been doing some research especially with regards to the GPS, and when I mention to those who are having issues with getting GPS signals, is because I believe that the GPS is working using antennas like how the military use. Now I’ve experienced that in areas that are isolated, near military zones or some airports, that the GPS isn’t available. When I was in the mountains in Switzerland travelling in a deep valley, I lost the GPS signal, even with a lovely blue sky above my head. But as soon as I climb nearer to the road, the GPS signal returned. Some think I’m wrong and it does use satellites, but I’ve yet to try it in the middle of absolutely nowhere to see if I’m able to get a signal, and for those in Qatar unable to use their GPR’s proves it’s antenna based in my view. The frequency range is pretty wide form antennas, but fall too far below, or travel too high with many mountain peeks, you’ll be out of range, and if it was satellite, then you shouldn’t have issues surly???.... it’ll be interesting to know how you get on sharing your experience along the way. Please let us know... cheers buddy and thanks again ;)
@Imafed420692 жыл бұрын
@Main Jarboui how did it work in the desert?
@mainjarboui55782 жыл бұрын
@@Imafed42069 yes it did , it was awesome .
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
**Please checkout DougFNJ channel with his review of the GPR-B1000 Rangeman... Cheers :) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aa16q5alm8qmdIE.html
@turksman17114 жыл бұрын
This was very informative. If someone was looking for a unit just as capable but for less coinage, what would you recommend?
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@turksman1711 In my opinion the Garmin Instinct is this unit... I've done a few videos on the Instinct including a GPS test between the Rangeman vs Fenix 5X Plus... also a full tutorial and an endurance GPS test seeing how far it can go in a car. It's also a nice looking watch, tough and doesn't look like a step tracker, it actually looks like a G-Shock... there's a Tactile version if you want information while flying out of a plane :-P I own these watches, so have much experience with them all... hope that helps and also look on the secondary market if you're on a budget.
@turksman17114 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman thanks
@fanismarg19774 жыл бұрын
Mister, you are the man!!! Great tutorial! Bravo!!!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy... please checkout the other GPR-B1000 videos I have posted that are found in the playlist... cheers :))
@earthlingserrano35724 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video! Super excited to get my GPRB-1000-1, just ordered it!!!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
So welcome my friend... you'll be back again using my video for sure... am expert with it so any questions just ask... let us know your thoughts... cheers :))
@earthlingserrano35724 жыл бұрын
Thank you kind sir!!! I absolutely love the watch. I've been going back to your tutorial for help, much appreciated. The GPR-B1000 is one of those watches that I just glance at and smile, so happy it's on my wrist. Thanks again for your video!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@earthlingserrano3572 So pleased my tutorial has helped... thanks for your feedback :)
@atomicorang3 жыл бұрын
Winning a lottery this would be my first purchase. Thank you for your guidance sir.
@pe31174 жыл бұрын
Love my Rangeman! Is like wearing a tank!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
And those driving tanks say "I love my tank, it's built like a Rangeman" :))
@DJ-eg1zg3 жыл бұрын
*Its quite obvious this watch was intended to hunt the undead: Autolight is disabled in order to avoid being spotted. Daylight remaining and distance from safe location are measured to ensure you get home before the light dies and the vampires come out. A moon graph to indicate when werewolves are at full strength and to show how much ambient light is available for night hunts. Temperature readings to detect sudden suspicious drops in temperature indicating the approach of a ghost or eldritch abomination. Pressure readings with warnings about sudden changes -clearly to indicate a vampire in mist form or a vapourous spectre entering your location. Altitude to indicate how deep you are in a dungeon. Tide graphs to show when its safe to enter and clear out coastal caves. Heck it even creates a location reading so that you can call in fellow hunters using their own rangemans via the radio. All they need to do is dial in your longitude and latitude and they have a drop zone. On top of that its nearly indestructible. This watch is the greatest!*
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Buddy, that was brilliantly written, had me LML reading it out... have to read again... I would love to share this comment on the community page, are you cool with that?? Cheers :))
@DJ-eg1zg3 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Sure go ahead my friend :) I was thinking it was a bit too puerile to post, but I hoped it might raise a laugh. Only that I've been re reading Dracula by Bram Stoker. With all of the watch sensors showing temperature drops, moon phases, the time daylight ends and its helping us stop being lost in the woods it had me thinking that good old Jonathan Harker -Draculas arch nemesis (alongside Dr Van Helsing) could have done with a Rangeman. Its definitely a watch for a crisis! Thanks for the video by the way. I have literally been taking notes in a jotter since Casios instructions are hard going. I love your style, no superfluous information, but everything we need to know.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
@@DJ-eg1zg Hey buddy, have just posted it on the community page :)) Big fan of the Van Helsing and all that blood thirsty action LML :-P So pleased the video helped, and would you believe this is the second time I had to film this, as it was originally posted my my first channel, which got removed for making a joke at BOLEX in Biel Switzerland as an April's Fools joke... it didn't even breach the KZfaq guidelines, but 174 videos and just shy of 8000 subs all gone, and also lost all the content but 20 video's including the big GPR-B1000 tutorial... so will chatting to Mrs Rangeman, I decided to remake it, and in my opinion this version is better, as it has the navigation all in one. I have done a few videos on the GPR-B1000 with a test of the GPS driving through Europe, and did it perform... a monster of a G-Shock and my favourite watch too :) Thanks again and chat soon I'm sure :))
@aaronapodaca87244 жыл бұрын
Just bought a rangeman yesterday after our brief convo and watching this video. Thanks again for putting in the time and money for these videos 🤙
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
WOW... I hope you made most of that buying percentage from you.. as now I have much on the line LML :-P The videos don't lie, so what you see is what you get and it's true, the battery is a monster! Remember when it's on 2 cells on the battery, that's like a regular solar G-Shock, so if you want a few days of GPS then use the charger and don't rely upon the solar side, as the battery to reach full charge (4 cells) is massive, and it would take weeks to get it up to full... the solar does keep the watch performing, and does top up the battery to 3 cells, but wanted to mention this now that 4 cells is faster with the wireless charger. Looking forward to your feedback once it lands... just find a nice quite spot when you open it, and enjoy the experience... think the size will get you first :))
@aaronapodaca87244 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman thanks again for all the footwork you do. I can't wait to take it out to a few spots I've been eyeing for fishing/hiking.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@aaronapodaca8724 Cheers :))
@anthonymares50792 жыл бұрын
Just bought this watch, it's an absolute beast! As a G-Shock man, this was really easy to set up, but this video is fantastic for everything else. .
@WatchUP69MrRangeman2 жыл бұрын
My favourite watch of all time... has so much function even without an hourly alarm, but you can set the timer if you're really in need to track the day away :)) Pleased my video helped, now you can unleash your imagination and make it work further... remember the test screens has some nice features like the 1hr barometer live reading :))
@anthonymares50792 жыл бұрын
I've encountered a problem, I can connect to moon and tide on the app on my phone, but the map comes up with no data, so I can't sync moon and tide with my location. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman2 жыл бұрын
@@anthonymares5079 Let me try and help... connect the GPR to the app... select the settings icon at the top right corner, and scroll down to select tide location and open. For an example, I’m in Switzerland at the moment, and the map isn’t showing any port locations, well that’s obvious, as Switzerland doesn’t have tides, so really having tide information is pointless, unless you need to know from another country, so from the map, scrolling around with pinch to zoom in or out will show all the ports with red dots. From there you’ll follow what is needed. You may find that you won’t see these port location red dots, that’s because you either need to pinch to zoom out, or you’re in a land like Switzerland, that has no sea ports. Let me know what you encounter, and see (sea) if I can help further if needed. Cheers
@anthonymares50792 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Hi just how would connect the GPS from the watch to the app on my phone, thank you.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman2 жыл бұрын
@@anthonymares5079 You connect via Bluetooth... so open the App, then long press of a few seconds on button C then the watch will connect ;)
@FOXTROT20134 жыл бұрын
I keep looking at this particular G-Shock. Did someone from Casio send you to tempt me? It’s working!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
The other week someone had a hissy fit at me saying I should stop telling people this watch is great as I get paid by CASIO LML :-P You know it's not the sharpest tool in the shed, but it's always ready and will last way way longer than any smart watch of today... I've done many reviews and even pointless tests on this Rangeman, so enjoy my content to see how it performs... I really like it and I told you that for free LML :-P
@FOXTROT20134 жыл бұрын
WatchUP69 Mr Rangeman Much love, thanks brother
@navypilot59034 жыл бұрын
You are the best!!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend... can I ask, is there another tutorial like it? Cheers :))
@artemisXsidecross3 жыл бұрын
WatchUP69 Mr Rangeman Thank you for a most informative and very well done tutorial on this watch. Your writing, oral presentation, and video production is top drawer. Your partner, Ms. WatchUP69 Rangeman, is an added bonus to your work. :)
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
It has taken me about two hours to come down after reading your super comment... WOW what amazing feedback and a boost too, so many huge thank you's my friend :)) Mrs Rangeman just shows at random times, but she's a dream and loves to help, even if it's a voice over :) Thanks again :))
@artemisXsidecross3 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman She adds to the clairity that a finely engineered and appreciated watch has its limits. :)
@brucema14924 жыл бұрын
YOU are the reason I bought my Rangeman!!!!!! I watched your videos over and over again! YOU are THE BEST!!! Thank you!! I am waiting and waiting and waiting for your FULL review and tutorials on the GBD H1000 pleeeeeeease
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
When I saw 'YOU' in cap lock format I thought who have I ruined this time?? LML :-P I'm hoping my friends from Watcho will loan me one... but Europe is having a lockdown so makes things rather poop... but am working on it, and till then I'm sure there's plenty that will cover how the alarm works underwater, and how the GPS functions while on a Roller coaster showing the HR readings... you know the common tests needed that everyone is doing :-P Yeah. I want to push this baby too... I'm not a fitness head, but I know many who want this just because it's so cool, and has great G-Shock quality :)) Cheers for the feedback and support... and I feel no guilt that you bought one of the best G-Shocks/watches from my videos... have a great weekend as possible... cheers :)
@wrightstuf73sw4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I have the G Shock H1000, It's a great watch, I get the Rangeman on the 9th September. I downloaded you're video, so when I get it (which I can't wait to get it) I can watch it over and over again and not waste my data..... I bought the Rangeman, because watching you're video's on how good the Rangeman is , I can't pass it up.... thanks for a great video Mate, from an Aussie fan
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@wrightstuf73sw My favourite G-Shock is my Rangeman... it's not the fastest at getting the GPS, but it's the only GPS watch that continues to power the GPS... I've travelled from UK to Switzerland and back again by road and the Rangeman mapped it all, unbelievable... basic navigation that's reliable and works when mountain biking as the bearing compass doesn't jump around like on my Fenix, so they put some head thought into it. She's also build to another level over your H1000, and the wireless charger is very neat indeed... I did a review on my ultimate case with a mod I did to my wireless charger, so maybe for you too for later?? I've posted on my community page about the GPR-B1000 asking what true owners think, as one channel really hated it, but it turns out they're comparing a top of the range Range Rover next to a Trophy Truck. I've had mine since October 2018 and there's no way I'm returning it!!!!
@wrightstuf73sw4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman That's why I can't wait to get my Rangeman in a couple of weeks ;))
@wrightstuf73sw4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Where can I find you're community page Mate?
@robertcarraway36413 жыл бұрын
I’ve finally done it! I got the Rangeman, now I have the old and the new! I still noticed that the new Instinct went Solar. If only the Rangeman could notify you of a notification and allow you to dismiss it or answer your phone, and vibrate. It would be absolutely perfect for me. I don’t want the full functional smart watch but I do appreciate the minimal interactions you can make with your phone. Thanks for the great tutorials on the Rangeman. They are what kept me on the path to getting it instead of the Instinct Solar.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Back in the days when smart watches were on the new horizon, I jumped on the kick starter for Pebble watches... I about four at one time and loved them... and theirs me banging on how you don't need your phone and how convenient the watch is to read your messages... but when that silly iWatch came out, Pebble cut many of the features it was offering, and of course Apple wanted their customers buying their watches, so Pebble became literally a Pebble, so was made to return to looking at my phone at the messages... but over a period of two weeks I realised I was using the Pebble making it fit in my life, and living without it wasn't the end of the world, and ever since I don't have interest. Sometimes best to keep it mineral and let the phone do what it does, and a camera do what that does, as it's less fuss especially trying to get that connection between watch and phone on smart watches :-P The GPR-B1000 will outlive any smart watch of today and phone and cars and people... it's a hybrid, but also stands alone ready and waiting for you, and most importantly , it'll be reliable and not have a mental breakdown because it can't upload the latest software... the GPR-B1000 is my ultimate and favourite watch, next to my new GG-B100 Mudmaster :)) Cheers and you did a good choice :) (Instinct is also great)
@krzysztofexciter87444 жыл бұрын
Just WOW ! This is how reviews should be done. Perfect review and watch ;) Thanks for doing this.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thanks again... was fun to make, but took longer than my Fenix 6 pro video would you believe :-P
@mjmj6078 Жыл бұрын
Unbelievable efforts making this video and the description with the time laps!!g shock should hire you
@joellara4143 жыл бұрын
A professional review whit a patience men and excellent voice,thanks.,Thanks Mr Whatsup69 God bless you..
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend, that was really uplifting to read... it needed a good solid tutorial, hope it helped :)) Cheers once again!
@spiritofnorth2 жыл бұрын
Sir, you deserve a medal for this video! Gold one!
@Daud764 жыл бұрын
Wow! Full indeed! Time stamps are a boon. Brilliant review as always. 😊 1:33 Wiggle wiggle wiggle. Yeah! 🕺🏻
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Hello my dear friend... this is where I've been... busy wiggling this big video out, and it took ages, as everyone is home and it feels they all have a drum kit each LML :-P The re-make is done and now I can eat LML :-P Will catch up with WhatsApp soon :))
@Daud764 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman haha! Meat is meat and a Ranger needs to eat. 😋😄 It is quiet here with lock down, but not as quiet as I thought. A drum kit would be the perfect gift for a toddler to break the silence and to amuse his parents and annoy the neighbours. 😁 Anyways. Glad to know you are okay. Catch up on WhatsApp. 😉
@Taromovies2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this detailed review 👍 and I also agree that the watch is not a smart watch or something, once you understand the concept of it, it becomes a great outdoor tool, I like it a lot, thanks again, Taro
@TT_R893 жыл бұрын
Wow! Amazing guide, I'm not really an outdoorsey person but this was very entertaining as the nerd that I am and I do enjoy these toys. Who knows, perhaps I would even get into hiking and eventually get a Rangeman. It could also be a sacrilege to carry one of these as a daily driver for just going around but it still looks super cool, and why not. Thanks for the video, subscribed!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
No rules on my channel, and those who say you should not wear a tie with a Rangeman are obversely dull and have no colour in their life.... it is whatever you make it, whether a toy, survival or just to knock some annoying watch guru wearing no socks LML :-P Cheers for the sub, feedback and being a nerd like me :))
@TT_R893 жыл бұрын
WatchUP69 Mr Rangeman awesome! I just got myself my first G-Shock a few days ago. This is gonna be a rabbit hole for sure! I’ll keep an eye out for your videos. Thanks again for doing these! (oh, and I’m wearing mine even though I don’t expect it to get bumped or shocked, if anything I’m babying it haha)
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
@@TT_R89 Buddy, it's your watch, there's no rules on my channel, and even if you want to wear it around your ankles it's all good for me, the point is, it makes you HaPpY and it brings you things you need :) If you get stuck, just message me and I'll help best I can... cheers and enjoy my friend :)
@SchwantzKP3 жыл бұрын
Sweet tutorial, just got my watch and this provided the extra info I needed to get the most out of my watch.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
My favourite watch, not just a G-Shock... it might not be function packed as a Garmin, but it's ready and will last a very very long time as it isn't smart watch inside... glad my tutorial helped, and if you want more videos on the GPR-B1000 then checkout my playlist, there's a few more I've made including some fun mini movies, cheers :))
@Flammendrung3 жыл бұрын
This is the best tutorial in whole YT! Thank you sir!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
I've just seen it has hit 300k views... WOW, didn't know it was that watched :) Wasn't the easiest to tutorial, and that's probably why only a few tutorials are available, pleased you liked it... have more videos on my GPR-B1000 including some mini movies... still my favourite watch, and I mean in my entire collection :)) Cheers!
@Arbitrageur_ Жыл бұрын
love it, 07/23 they are going for $500-$600
@nightwatchmanita70924 жыл бұрын
This tutorial is gold for me , thanks for all man.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
So welcome... probably the hardest to tutorial on as getting the balance where to to start isn't easy... but feel the path I took seems to be a hit... cheers for the feedback my friend :))
@rostamr40964 жыл бұрын
This is the best review ever on this watch. Thank you
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend... put a lot of thought into this video to make it easy to follow in a understandable order... a few knock this watch thinking it's expensive for such basic GPS features... well this morning it took my Fenix 6 Pro 22 minutes to get a GPS fix on my walk, while the Rangeman took less than a minute into the walk. The simple layout is perfect for those frustrating moments when you need to access features quickly, while having the better GPS watch can make it overwhelming and makes you press the wrong buttons in panic... it's a survival watch made for the toughest environments with a battery that can run a small town :) Are you considering this Rangeman or do you already own it? Cheers!
@bigengine743 жыл бұрын
I'm not a mountaineer or a hiker. Just a Gshock fan that would buy this to brag about the functions. Lol. Its beautiful.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
No rules my friend on my channel, wear it with odd socks like me, it's about making you feel great, it'll also give you a workout LML :-P Cheers!
@marlenjeangraulau22213 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this great and very helpful Video 👍🏼‼️ Must have been a lot of work. My rangeman I bought is already broken . It should be back in 2 weeks . Thank you so much for your help!! Greetings from Germany, and stay healthy ‼️ Jean
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy, sorry for your Rangeman, would you like to share what broke? This was my second tutorial on the GPR-B1000, as the first video was on my original channel that KZfaq removed for no reason at all :( so lost a lot of unsaved content :( so had to really think about remaking this video, and I'm so pleased I did, in fact it's better, as I have included the navigational side now, and yes, it took a lot of time, especially with the editing, but I enjoy helping :) I have made more videos about the Rangeman, including some fun mini movies, which is found in the playlist :) Let us know when your Rangeman is back with your in Germany, cheers :) Grüß
@joub53 жыл бұрын
This tutorial was great. I just bought this watch and your video was so precise and descriptive. Thank you soo much.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Am so so pleased it helped, and would you believe this is the second time around making a GPR-B1000 tutorial, as my original channel got removed, so was annoying as that video was lost with the channel... and so wasn't sure if I should remake it all again... well I'm very pleased I did, as the video has just topped 200k... It's my favourite watch and my SOTC video shows this. Cheers again my friend, and please look at my other GPR-B1000 video's to really make you feel you've choses well :)
@FitOutPost4 жыл бұрын
Great and very detailed tutorial, sir! I would imagine it was a lot of work to create it. Well done!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Hey my dear friend :) Thanks for the feedback... yes, this video took a while, longer than my Fenix 6 Pro would you believe as there are so many hidden features that I wanted to cover.. also going outside wasn't easy, so had to choose wisely so I got my exercise and videoing done together away from anyone... it all worked out in the end... but has taken me three days to finally produce this... remember I have a full house now and finding a quite spot is only when they're sleeping LML :-P Thanks again and I will catch up with your content soon, till then have a great weekend :)
@FitOutPost4 жыл бұрын
Oh, please don't worry about my content. It is not nearly as good and as interesting as yours. Cheers and stay healthy. ;-)
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Fit OutPost Please don’t put yourself down or compare my content with yours, you do a fine job and it’s not just about the content, it’s more about the friendship side and showing support... plus I enjoy your videos... so don’t feel you’re not doing a great job, because you are my dear friend 👍🏼🙃
@DougFNJ4 жыл бұрын
This is OUTSTANDING!!! Incredible job, subscribed.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend... have subbed you back and will look at your content too... thanks for the feedback and support ;)
@DougFNJ4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Looking through your other videos, you really ARE My Rangeman!! Here's that link as you requested. You are really good at this my friend. Don't forget to do the same on mine. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aa16q5alm8qmdIE.html
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@DougFNJ Cheers buddy... if you can make a new comment with the link then I will pin it so it's easily seen... cheers buddy :)
@drincogni3 жыл бұрын
I wanted to get that watch because it seemed to be the perfect watch for postapocalypse/global pandemic/quarantine lockdown survival.Rolexs and Omegas dont cut it for me.🤣🤣🤣👍For the detailed review
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
On this channel I refer to ROLEX as BOLEX for many reasons... I wanted one but would've been for the wrong reasons, so have decided not to invest in a dinosaur watch, but in property and business instead, as knocked wall doesn't require a builder charging me a £1000 for quarter of a days pay LML :-P Cheers for the feedback too my friend :))
@daffarias74224 жыл бұрын
A high-level video, really a very good video, should have had a translation because in Spanish there is no information on the gpr, I have one and it is an extraordinary watch, unfortunately there is no information in Spanish. Again congratulated the tutorial and I hope to see more !!!! excellent !!!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers for the feedback... have been playing with languages and think I've changed the title and description but no idea how to make a translation... it comes up with download files but this is going into another Matrix that I'm not sure about :( Thanks for the feedback, this makes me HaPpY :))
@gerardhauy44864 жыл бұрын
Kudos for an excellent tutorial as usual. Even if it's not for me, this Rangeman is a wonderful tool watch whose efficient solar charging feature multiplies the value by 100 IMO.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy :) The Rangeman has become a popular G-Shock... it's not for everyone as a few think it's the same as a Garmin, so get a little hissy because it's on the same price level... just remember that G-Shocks do stick around for a long long time and the Rangeman isn't subject to becoming outdated in the next few years. Wonderful tool as you say :))
@samadsaif13253 жыл бұрын
This is the GS that I would like to purchase in the near future. This is for Armageddon survival watch.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Better hurry, as it's discontinued.... the exact reason isn't clear from CASIO, whether there's a new Rangeman in the horizon or if this was too expensive to produce??? Usually the new generation is announced before discontinuing... still my favourite watch, and if they do release a new version, I hope they don't make it smart with Google with touch screen! LML :-P Cheers :)
@astolk87832 жыл бұрын
Very very clear tutorial! All you need to know.. brilliant!
@antiacus3 жыл бұрын
So this would let me leave my smart phone at home and a. Set a waypoint where my truck is and b. set another waypoint where i get a deer or elk down right? Barometer and altimeter would be nice extras but i need basic gps, even just an arrow and distance to the wp would be enough.
@PaulThorpeOfficial4 жыл бұрын
Superb tutorial, amazing attention to detail.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy, appreciate the feedback... have done a few other videos on this Rangeman so fill your screen with content from my playlist... cheers :) Btw, I think we've met, was a little while ago when I was out riding on one of my motorbikes... I grew up in Hove just to add, I'm not entirely sure but your voice is familiar?? Good to know a watch dealer... thanks for passing by :))
@PaulThorpeOfficial4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Will do cheers!
@rockthewatch4 жыл бұрын
Holy Giant watches. That has got to be the biggest G-shock they make. Very cool. That thing looks like it’s built like a tank.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
It's a big girl and probably is made of tank LML :-P
@mimimmimmimim4 жыл бұрын
Thank 🍃 You 💕 Can't wait to complete my working hours. Then, popcorn and...
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to your thoughts later... cheers buddy :))
@boutthere33744 жыл бұрын
Just got the watch and watched your excellent walk through. Thanks and sterling stuff indeed.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic and so pleased you found me... have done loads of GPR videos, so fill your screen from my playlist, cheers for the feedback :)
@automotiveoscilloscopediag22273 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. Don't need one, rather want one
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
That's a terrible place to be... look into my eyes and not around my eyes... you're hypnotised... "you don't need it" 3...2...1.... you're back in the room :)))
@mcroman-superfeat4 жыл бұрын
THX a lot for take your time to showing us, this info. ... ;)
@gabrielcastrovivas95202 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial! It has helped me too much. Thanks a lot.
@blueocean93053 жыл бұрын
Jolly Good Video. A proper tutorial. I'll refer to again as I learn the watch.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Cheers for the feedback... there's time stamps in the description to find what you need to know fast :) I've done a few GPR videos so look in the playlist to find them all... cheers :)
@El.Duder-ino2 жыл бұрын
I would swear that your voice is from Discovery's "How its made" series or from somewhere else (very recognizable), thank you for this review! ;)
@WatchUP69MrRangeman2 жыл бұрын
Well I'm usually compare to Clarkson, so that's refreshing :))
@El.Duder-ino2 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangemanyeah or Clarkson🤘👍😁
@majorbasil4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review (which I needed, since I just got this on Saturday for my 50th!! - it will probably outlast me x-D
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
HaPpY Birthday to you... I'm creeping behind you with September being my 50th :)) Yes, it will probably outlive you, which is a very odd thought! Cheers for the feedback and in our house, birthdays last weeks :-P Cheers!
@erharsh20084 жыл бұрын
Thats called detailed explanation, thanks!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
...and that's why I got given the name 'Mr Rangeman' found another thing it does which is posted on the Community page on the channel... cheers for the feedback :)
@DinieSama4 жыл бұрын
Alternative to the back track features, you can simply leave a trail of breadcrumbs behind and hope that you trace back your waypoint 🤣 or pray that you find a hut/cabin made out of cookies and creamy cake in the middle of nowhere.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
If it involves sweets then i’m never lost... but i’ve found that leaving breadcrumbs from gluten free won’t even be touched my starving ducks LML ;-P Made me hungry for cookies and a fresh glass of milk now LML
@meca3302 жыл бұрын
Excellent Tutorial . Thanks you Sr.
@atomic19504 жыл бұрын
magnificent video i see for the second time the best explanation for this watch
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
I think it is... I got a mention in G-Central :)) Cheers for your feedback my friend :))
@Xpurple4 жыл бұрын
This is still my favorite watch :) Thanks again mate!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
It's one of mine too... have a great weekend my friend :))
@RicardoPereira-wt9bg4 жыл бұрын
Very nice review! Thanks a lot! Much better then read the manual LOL! Congrats and good work!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy... reading all that information, who on earth would want to do that (me) :-P Glad it helped... have got more content on the GPR, so fill your screen from the playlist.. cheers :)
@douglasnaranjo39464 жыл бұрын
Love your tutorial and I have now also a rangeman love and thank you !!!
@fabiodufsa4 жыл бұрын
As always, best tutorial! You are the man!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend... hope you're doing well these days :) This is a new tutorial as I've lost the first one I did back in 2018 would you believe... think this is way better :)
@bcllivewire13 жыл бұрын
Fantastic tutorial, best I have seen 5 stars
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the feedback my friend... and just to mention, I have a few more video with regards to the GPR-B1000 that may interest you too... cheers again buddy :)
@scarfacekanazawa4 жыл бұрын
Very detailed explanation! Great job! Thank you very much!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend for the feedback, much appreciated :))
@Vaco674 жыл бұрын
You really should narrate bbc nature shows! “Many think this Casio can’t possibly be as tough as it is. But they’re about to find out the hard way just how wrong they actually are. Those poor poor souls. Tune in next time when the Rangeman devours the weak like you’ve never seen before.”
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers for the feedback my friend :)) That made me very happy! I've been asked which G-Shock I would take if we had a zombie holocaust and I've answered either the GPR-B1000 or the GW-9400 Rangeman's... both are brilliant... but the GPR-B1000 is very tough, and so far mine has been bashed and smashed and still looks great :) Only for the toughest hey :))
@idahoman3253 жыл бұрын
Great job on the best tutorial on the rangeman.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy... still my favourite watch :))
@idahoman3253 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman , I need to figure out how to have sunrise/ sunset on home screen .. enjoy your watch 💯✅😎
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
@@idahoman325 In home time, long press on button 'A' with a beep and this will take you to the shortcut for the Display options showing the settings for 'SCREEN' ... then scroll down to the forth on the list 'TIME + SUNRISE' press the crown which will set it to appear on the Home Time... hope that helps buddy :))
@idahoman3253 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman , worked like a champ , thank you buddy 👌
@wrightstuf73sw4 жыл бұрын
I got my Rangeman today, I'm one happy camper
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Congrats my friend.... I've got a few videos on the GPR-B1000 so enjoy it even more :)
@wrightstuf73sw4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I've Watched All Your Video's On The Rangeman, I Even Downloaded Your Full Video On How To Use It. You Are Very Entertaining Mate 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@wrightstuf73sw Cheers buddy... good idea to have it downloaded... soon you'll be native with it... just posted a new video that may make you smile even more :))
@wrightstuf73sw4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I Just Watched It... Great Comparison to two different watches, it was a Great video Mate
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@wrightstuf73sw Cheers bud... and cheers for the feedback too :))
@spirg2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely Fantastic Tutorial!!! Thank you so much !!!!
@janoo214 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial! Wish all tutorials be like that!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
I enjoy going into such details, and finding the perfect tutorial isn't available for the GPR, so guess that's why they call me Mr Rangeman :-P Cheers for the feedback my friend :))
@steventhornley53734 жыл бұрын
Just ordered mine. Can't wait to get on.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Gulp... hope you made the right choice LML :-P I love mine, one of the best all round G-Shocks in my collection... well if you need help you know where to come with how to use... have a few other videos too including some mini fun movies with the Rangeman :)) Let us know your thoughts once it lands... cheers bud :)
@steventhornley53734 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I'm sure I have made the right decision. I have watched every Rangeman video going including yours. I'm just hoping the watch is still relevant in 2020? What do you think?
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@steventhornley5373 Let me tell you some facts that I've lived... and being that I don't make a penny from CASIO means I can say what I like.... the point is which many don't understand is the GPR-B1000 is a GPS tracker which can track up to 48hrs on a full battery... once the battery falls below the minimum reserve it then acts as an ABC G-Shock... now being that I also use a Garmin Fenix 6 Pro I can really tell you the differences... the Fenix is a smart watch, it needs software updates to keep it smooth I guess, but it's hardware with software added exactly like a smart phone or PC... well it's going to perform like crazy and give you the best it can with the most details possible and giving you loads of performance, but as we know smart tech does become outdated, and eventually it'll be thrown away.... well the GPR-B1000 isn't a smart watch, it doesn't have the best with the most detailing and isn't the super sonic of the GPS class, but it also won't get any less of what it can do over the years... as the hardware is part of the software means it's more stable than a nuclear power plant... it won't crash, over heat and become a slug in a few years... it'll always be ready and won't need software updates leaving you waiting till you can use it... that's the big difference, and yes my Fenix has crashed 8 times, but it comes back... it's a great watch for the now, and hopefully it'll last for another 5yrs+, but I know this but it has the price of being the best. The GPR-B1000 is a survival tool, turn the GPS on and it'll track you, and also take point memos... it'll give you a GPS altimeter reading and point back to start... yeah it may have a useless map, but over a longer distance it gives you an idea, some moan about that side, but when only travelling a few kilometres you're not exactly lost... this is more for adventures over the harsher times... those who moan are the ones that follow Bear Grylls, he's a soft camper at the best of times, and just TV hype in my opinion, as some of his ideas are just too time consuming and energy taking... Ray Mears is the fat guy, and the fat guy knows how to feed, so living off meat for a few weeks will keep you alive as you have fat to burn, skinny guy will have a shock and probably go mind warping crazy LML :-P So the Rangeman is your Rayman.... and the Garmin is your Garylls... you want fancy go Grylls, you want simplicity but effective then hunt the Bear and survive the longest... if I had to choose, Rangeman is my pick, and I would also choose the first Gen Rangeman (GW-9400) To have a title of 'RANGEMAN' you need to earn it, and those two do. I've had a comment on my GBD-H1000 video with a guy gutting the crap out of the GRP-B1000 saying it failed and he took it apart and ended up throwing it away... well I said that's a worry, but when I mentioned that there was many good parts that could've been used to sell like the carbon strap, ceramic case back, sapphire crystal, battery, carbon composite case and the list goes on then asking which bin did he throw it in, he hasn't replied funnily??? Now call me an idiot some times, but throwing away a watch that isn't cheap or yet to attempt to have it fixed by CASIO for FREE is smelling a little odd don't you think... I would even go to the point to ask where he bought it and ask if there is evidence of this story??? I've been in the GRP-B1000 world since 2018 and I've heard of a few complaints with regards to issues, but nothing that alarms me, and things do go wrong.... I remember there was, and maybe that video is still available to view, where a guy wearing his GPR-B1000 had a big fall on his bicycle, and all he did in that video was hissy fit about one of the side bumpers ripping off! Now these bumpers are call bumpers and not airbags, and these are replaceable which is better than a whole new bezel, it's designed like this for such reasons... the watch itself was fully functional, so for £20 he could have it looking great again... now falling off a bicycle using a Fenix 6 Pro would look pretty bad, and the bezels on those are not cheap, and it means you have to remove many screws and a seal to exchange it... so it's these bad comments and press that I find lame... I've smashed my GPR-B1000 around and yes it has scuffs and some of the strap screws are worn, but it still looks fine to me, and performs perfectly. It's a tough watch, with that mud-resist don't forget, take it in the sea, lakes and snorkel with it all day with no issues! Now, some even say the wireless charger is cheap looking, well I have to add, I've crushed mine, sat on it and even got it wet, and it still works with no cracks... stay tuned as I've modded mine just to make it Mr Rangeman proof which I will show all. Yeah big comment, but I do get tired of those who knock this watch, and it's always from those who maybe need things done for them, meaning their hand needs holding, well if it's not for you, then it's no deal with me, we all have our own needs and requirements... I really love it, and I don't care if it doesn't have a hourly SIG, but would've been nice with a ((VIBE)) alarm... to me it's still very current, and the great thing with G-Shocks even the DW-5000c (1983) I own is still usable... don't think you need to worry for the nest 20yrs at least, and batteries for these aren't expensive and are easy to replace... I can still buy batteries for all my vintage G-Shocks :) Hope my words help you understand my side more, and why I have the name Mr Rangeman (given by a subscriber) Have a great weekend and looking forward to your Bear hunting :))
@steventhornley53734 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman perfect answer although I'm not knocking the Rangeman. I've been after one for ages. It's the ultimate watch for me and I can't wait to own one. I have the GW9400 and I love it and will probably keep it. The GPR though is a different beast. All the functions with GPS and the top materials. I've seen people moan about certain things about it aswell, they forget that it's a survival watch and that's its purpose. I wanted to get away from the smart watches. Having to charge a watch seems ridiculous to me and I don't want notifications, I find them distracting, calls and texts are for my phone not my watch. Anyways thanks for your response, its great to hear from Mr Rangeman himself 😀.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@steventhornley5373 I used to makes others think that notifications on the wrist is something you need in life, this was when Pebble came out... but as they sold out and left use users alone this makes me to now steer again to that side, am talking of the Apple and Samsung's offerings... the Fenix can do notifications but I bought it for more detailing on the maps, and I don't really carry my phone it's pointless... the GPR-B1000 is a solid watch, reliable and ready... you are going to enjoy this beast... I know all there is to know, so if you need help just throw a comment in, happy to help my friend :) Hope it lands soon, as that waiting game seems longer than normal days :-P
@JAMESWUERTELE2 жыл бұрын
I couldn’t figure the tide and moon function out. I watched your video section on it. No wonder I couldn’t, I’m 1000 miles away from the nearest tide monitor lol. I’m in land locked COLORADO.
@iamthetargettrmaster46583 жыл бұрын
Very good tutorial thx
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy, hope you're a master with the GPR-B1000 now... or are you looking??? Cheers!
@iamthetargettrmaster46583 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I already have it but thanks👍
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
@@iamthetargettrmaster4658 Brilliant... I have many videos on the GPR-B1000, so hopefully I've covered it all, both in tutorial and fun :)) Cheers!
@DinieSama4 жыл бұрын
Wow. Thank you. I don’t need the manual anymore.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
That's what I like to hear :)) Cheers for the feedback my friend :)
@DiazRo4 жыл бұрын
Just get the green one. Thank you so much for this review!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy... so very welcome :))
@ShOookYx3 жыл бұрын
How much ?
@griffitha52033 жыл бұрын
Hey..love ur detailed review.Just needed ur expertise to solve my problem.I bought my brand new rangeman gprb1000 and the navigation doesn't seem to work.Although the time gps works flawlessly.I understand that buildings and infrastructure create a huge role in hindrance....so i went somewhere open....but not like a forest or something....but kinda open like a parking lot,but still was outta luck from the navigation gps ,time and position gps. Would be appreciated if u cud shed some light into the issue that i'm having.Thanks!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy, cheers for your feedback :) So from Home Time pressing button D and selecting 'TIME (GPS)' works perfectly... does 'TIME&POSITION' work also? The usual reasons why the GPS won't work can be from this list: 1. Battery is below 2 cells 2. Timer is running 3. Sensor is running like BARO 4. You have the wrong Home City Code 5. Watch is connected to your device Let me know if turning those off helps and checking adjustments, otherwise I'll help further no trouble :)
@griffitha52033 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Hey thanks for the swift reply.The time and pos (gps) never showed up.I went through ur check list and made sure that everything was on rails..and so was it.But still the gps navigation would not show up as it should.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
@@griffitha5203 Has it a full battery, that's most important. So going outside, pressing button D from Home Time brings the Connection menu up... select 'TIME&POSITION' and press the crown and wait in the same place... should take 30secs to 1min max and display your coordinate with Adjusted on the display. Let me know if this works... cheers :)
@iacopodulisse4 жыл бұрын
I received my Rangeman today and I did some navigation test. I think this is why lots people say the watch (I mean the navigation) sucks, and I think it is not well explained in the video (however best video about this watch, thank you for your work). When you use navigation, and want to follow a route, the arrow will NOT point the route. It will only point "Start", "Goal", and the Waypoint that you have set, and you can choose between the point using botton "A". So the route is useless. For example: if you make a route with only "start" and "goal", with no waypoints, and the route start and goes 1 km in front of you, than turn 90° right and go for 1 km, than turn again 90° right and go for 1 km, making a U with the goal exactly 1 km on your right, the arrow will point to your right, it will point to the goal, colpletely ignoring the route. That's why it's important to make a smart use of waypoints, and why when do free use of gps, with no uploaded route and you use backtrack it will only point the start, cause there are not waypoint.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers for your comment :) The Rangeman GPR-B1000 is more focused on a much longer distance... the compass bearing is all that's needed especially if you have a map. If hiking over say 15km's and it's full with paths and the such, then the GPR isn't for this type of navigation... its primary focus is to point to your goal, or to start with a direct distance... the map is for reference to see roughly how far you're between points/point memos and when using back track it'll draw the line travelled thicker. Those who don't rate this watch are using it like a Garmin for an example, and not using it over a longer period. Don't forget it's still using a regular G-Shock module which is much more stable than smart watch tech. Understand what it can do and not make it what it can't. You'll appreciate it when there comes a time when you'll the most faith in it, as with smart watches, they love to excite you by crashing or freezing!
@iacopodulisse4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Thank you for your answer. I know that it isn't a Garmin, and I'm HAPPY it isn't a Garmin, it's not what I'm looking for. I really like the battery life, and even in the city streets I had no problem to receive GPS signal. I really love it, my comment was just to explain something to some peolpe that could expect a way of navigation like google map. I think that it's very important to know how to use the equipment you have, and thank you again for your amazing tutorial, if you know how to use the Rangeman it can be very effective, so I think it's important to make a smart use of waypoints, and for the backtrack it's very important to use "point memory" (maybe that's why you can set so many point, 60). Than I like very much the screen, so clearand of course, the built. I would buy it again 1000 times.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@iacopodulisse What a great reply... I did post on the community page on the channel about one KZfaqr who really tired to make the GPR really bad... I even got a few comments saying I should stop lying and tell the truth as I must be getting paid... well the comment section from real users came in and it just shows how many just love their GPR's... quite recently Garmin got hacked and their apps where not connecting... so I asked how those who moaned saying the Fenix is a better watch, they didn't want to make a comment... so like I said to them, it's not a smart watch, but what it can do is something it won't stop doing... it has now sell by date. Thanks again my friend... I would buy it 1001 times :)
@hazarddavid69873 жыл бұрын
Damn good explanation...I owe you a lot man...a million thanks...and subscribed
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Cheers for the sub... am so pleased my tutorial has helped so many... brilliant watch, and the other day it got a GPS connection faster than my Fenix 6 Pro by about 10mins faster LML :-P
@chrisbahlmann42634 жыл бұрын
Awesome video
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend :))
@SodaPopCurtis8083 жыл бұрын
Yowza! Now thats a tactical watch!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
If you run out of bullets, it'll also act as a weapon LML :-P
@dotarsojaat4 жыл бұрын
Best review, man.Respect!!!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Cheers bud :))
@Archangel263 жыл бұрын
Thank you Bro for this detailed Tutorial really appreciate it.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
My friend it's a pleasure to help, and I'm so pleased this video has helped thousands to fully understand all it can offer.. have a few more videos on the GPR-B1000, mainly because it's my favourite watch :) Cheers!
@Archangel263 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Waiting for more Videos Bro, Thanks a lot for responding.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
@@Archangel26 Cheers buddy... there will be more for sure... that kinda rhymed hey ;)
@caesarsspirit5 ай бұрын
I will fucking buy this watch. Ultimate KING!
@paulpalella5493 Жыл бұрын
This may be slightly off-topic Mr Rangeman but would you consider doing a video tutorial for your typical handheld GPS unit? I can't find anything as thorough as your watch tuts
@Mark-P4 жыл бұрын
Glad it had a snooze option Mr Rangeman!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
You can snooze the video as much as you need LML :-P
@Mark-P4 жыл бұрын
WatchUP69 Mr Rangeman I watched all of it with a bag of popcorn lol
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@Mark-P Butter scotch? :))
@Mark-P4 жыл бұрын
WatchUP69 Mr Rangeman Salt & Pepper!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Mark :-P Making me hungry 😋
@fhwarwick4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic. Thank you.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Very welcome... can't believe nobody has done this more times over... but guess they don't want to take five days worth of filming and editing... well lets just say I'm more passionate :) Cheers for the feedback :)
@hectthorno5843 жыл бұрын
Just received mine yesterday. Thank you so much for this amazing tutorial. About navigation I still have questions though : A) when you have a road set with S and G and way points 1,2,3, when you use backtrack I understand G becomes S and S becomes G. What about waypoints ? Do 1 and and 3 switch to 3 and 1, with 2 staying 2 ? B) once you engage backtrack, if you change your mind can you apply backtrack again to reverse to the initial road ?
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy, just seen your comment, so sorry for the delay... yes, that's how it works, and you can use track back anytime as you mentioned. Now I posted on my community page a little while ago in the summer, of a boat trip I did, using the GPR-B1000 to track us, and made point memos to mark where the locks were, so basically could aim at the right moment when someone else has opened them LML but the wrist shot shows what back track looks like, also note the line is thicker on the path you've taken, while the thin line is what's to cover ahead... for longer journeys the map gives you a good idea, but on short 5km walks, it's not really showing much. Cheers :)
@hectthorno5842 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman I forgot to say thanks. Better late than never 😉
@johnrgoodman4 жыл бұрын
Hi thank you for your help, I had the baro information turned on. I just did it again and it worked ok Thank you Regards John
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
I knew it was something simple... the BARO does use some power as it's continuously updating every two minutes over 24hrs so to preserve battery it'll shut off certain features... Glad I could solve your worry. Cheers for letting me know ;)
@typerightseesight3 жыл бұрын
basically a ggb100 with a moon graph and gps on the phone itself. with solar power. might upgrade if i can find one half off somewhere around here.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman3 жыл бұрын
If you're a good patient hunter you might find a really good deal on the secondary market, but as it's no longer in production, prices could increase quite a bit, at the moment nothing has changed.... it's my favourite watch, not just a G-Shock, so hopefully that says enough. The GG-B100 is still a great watch, for everyday in fact, the GPR-B1000 is just a little big for everyday, but that's my experience.
@typerightseesight3 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman its got everything ggb100 has plug the moon and tide stuff. thumbsup!
@watchfan61802 жыл бұрын
Great in-depth tutorial. I have Rangeman 9400 and use iPhone maps to know direction to head towards, then I use compass on 9400. How in real terms is gps different? It can still lead you to a dead end road or street????
@petervannoort51584 жыл бұрын
I remember in your other video last year you had a tutorial about the display turning all "white". There were only small horizontal lines across the display. I forgot how to do it and can't find in this video. :( Good to see you back btw...
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy... thanks for finding me again... I will re-make that video as it's lost :( But for now here is how to... Press together form home screen 'A' 'C' and 'D' till one of the test screens is shown with 'BASIC' shown at the top. You may not get this the first time, so return to home screen to repeat as it won't work from a MODE screen for an example. At this point you can use the scroll wheel or button 'D' to scroll through the list... Press the crown and select 'BASIC' then scroll down and select 'MIP' This is the screen for the display (Memory in Pixel) now you can use button 'D' to scroll through the different display screens... keep pressing button 'C' to exit
@petervannoort51584 жыл бұрын
@@WatchUP69MrRangeman Got it, it worked! Thank you very very much! Looking forward for more videos. I also have the mudman gg 1000, the frogman limited edition and I ordered the Volcanic Lightning. Will the video of the frogman come online again?
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
@@petervannoort5158 Of course it'll work as I'm Mr Rangeman LML :-P I will need to think about re-making the Frogman video as that has been lost... I still have the pressure pot :) I will also be making a video of my rather slimmed down tool G-Shocks and some tricks I've used that may help others... just planning the intro to capture that essence of toughness :)) Cheers for the support and glad I could help :))
@LostInIce44 жыл бұрын
Great review, much appreciated!
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback my friend :)) Have done a few videos on the GPR-B1000 so checkout the playlist... even some fun mini movies with the Rangeman... cheers :)
@cupcake3999 Жыл бұрын
Hi Big fan of the rangeman and of your reviews of it. Do you k ow if they are planning on a new version of the rangeman gpr-b1000 since they have stop produktion of it. Best Regards
@johnguest37884 жыл бұрын
Excellent Video, well done.
@WatchUP69MrRangeman4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the feedback... glad it helped :))
@Sardar.Asad773 жыл бұрын
It shouldve have usb type c port on charger and larger screen! Also while wearing it feels that you are wearing 1 kg dumbell on your wrist.
@hdmedia74042 жыл бұрын
I'm fond of your accent ! Soooo cool Soooo british. Where are you from if I may ask my good pal ?))