From flushing upland birds to chasing a cast, both sportsmen and competitors alike should have an invaluable tracking and training tool in the field,
that’ll help get you to your destination and back safely – while allowing you to achieve optimum performance from your sporting dogs.
Well your priority is our priority.
So today, let me introduce you to the Alpha 200i – a purpose-built, advanced tracking and training GPS, with built-in inReach technology.
Based on customer feedback, we’ve taken our existing Alpha line to a whole new level in the 200i - by simplifying the user experience and adding some new features to optimize your time in the field.
What are those new features, you say? I thought you’d never ask.
When you’re out in the field, you should have a dog device that’s easy to see and easy to use.
So, we’ve built the Alpha 200i with a 3.5 inch, touch screen display, that can easily be seen even in direct sunlight.
I mean look at how much larger the screen is compared to the Alpha 100.
We’ve also updated and improved the user experience, making it a more robust tracking and training tool that’s dog focused, easy to set up and simple to use.
With the addition of 3 configurable side buttons, you can make quick, minor adjustments to common actions
or configure the buttons to fit your needs if you want to focus less on training and more on tracking.
And tracking’s never been easier with the Pro View Compass Mode.
In this mode, you’ll have simple, at-a-glance tracking that shows which direction and how far away your dogs are.
Plus, you’ll see when a dog is Treed or On Point – all from a single page.
But if you’re in the middle of a heated chase, you may need to see your dog’s position at a quick glance.
So, we made the Alpha 200i compatible with select Garmin watches such as the Fenix 6 series and Instinct.
That’s right! When you pair the 200i with a compatible Garmin watch, you’ll see the information from an active dog track in the Dog Tracking Widget – right on your wrist.
This will help you save valuable time not having to take the 200i out of your pocket or off your belt clip.
Since we’re talking about time, we all know that in competitions, your time is critical - and could be the difference between 1st and 2nd place.
So, with the new competition timer, you’ll be able to use the convenient stopwatch with countdown timer to time up to four dogs at once during competitions or field trials.
You’ll also have quick access to the timer with those new configurable buttons that I mentioned eariler.
So, just how many dogs can you track?
With the Alpha 200i, you can track and monitor up to 20 dogs and even other people in your party – when paired with compatible collars or handheld devices.
With an update rate as often as every 2.5 seconds, you can know exactly where your dogs and hunting partners are located.
When you’re blazing a trail through the grass and brush, especially under the blanket of darkness, it’s not hard to get disoriented.
So, the Alpha 200i comes preloaded with TopoActive mapping that provides detailed views of terrain contours, topographic elevations, geographical points, and so much more.
And for more realistic views, you can even download BirdsEye Satellite Imagery directly to the handheld for better-than-real-life views of routes, trailheads, and clearings.
Not only will you know where you are, but also if your dog is headed to a creekbed or getting too close to a busy roadway.
And let’s face it, your dogs are trained to track specific types of game.
But sometimes their instincts kick into high gear and they’ll get on a track of something other than what you want them to chase.
Well the Alpha 200i helps you train and control your dogs to stop chasing unwanted game.
When paired with the TT 15 collars, you’ll have the access and flexibility you need for safe and effective professional training,
including 18 levels of continuous and momentary stimulation, plus vibration and audible tones.
When you’re out with your dog, there’s no telling where you might end up.
But what about when the adventure takes your chase to areas where cell service is non-existent – and you’re in a dire situation that requires help?
Well, the Alpha 200i has the long-awaited feature that you’ve been waiting for – built-in inReach technology.
inReach is an amazing feature that could be life changing or even life saving.
By signing up for the inReach subscription plan that best fits your needs, you’ll have SOS functionality through the Garmin IERCC,
two-way messaging, and hunter to hunter messaging with the ability to route to each other’s location from the message.
This technology will allow you to get the help you need when you need it most, without cell service.
How’s that for peace of mind when you’re in the field?
Sometimes, you want to plan your adventure ahead of time, especially in an area you’ve never been in before.
Well since the Alpha 200i is compatible with the Garmin Explore App and website, you can do just that.
Garmin Explore will help you plan ahead and manage tracks, routes, waypoints, and review stats from the field, even when you don’t have cell service or internet connections.
This new handheld unit truly is a GPS tracking and training powerhouse, built to help get you and your dogs back safely.
The Alpha 200i – A strong connection in the field – to help protect that strong bond between you and your dogs.
Thanks for taking the time to learn more about the Garmin Alpha 200i.
And that's it!
This is Matt from Garmin, hoping that wherever your next adventure takes you, we’ve helped you beat yesterday.