Need GPS Data Cable

[joerun26]

I have a Magellan GPS Model 5200 DX in my cabin which I sometimes use as a backup (primary GPS is a Garmin unit in the cockpit). Like many of you, I would like to use the electronic charts available on my laptop, but can't find a data cable to connect my laptop to the Magellan unit. I called Magellan and they do not support the old units and provided no alternate solutions (not even a wiring diagram so I could make my own plug). I need a round 6 pin on one end and a USB or Serial connector on the other. I'm hoping someone has some old cable laying around that they would sell, or can provide an alternate solution. I could feed a signal from the cockpit unit, but I prefer to have 2 independant sources.

Thanks,
Joe
"Tenacious"
35-3

 

[Charlie B.]

Joe,

You might try this link. They make cables that connect mostly Garmin GPS's but they may be able to help you out with the Magellan. Good luck!

http://pfranc.com/

 

[joerun26]

No Luck

Charlie,
Thanks for the suggestion. It was worth a try, but they only deal with Garmin cables. I'll probably replace it with a Garmin at some point, but since its a backup it'll have to wait (there are other higher priority items competing for the same dollars)...
joe