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Offline 556ALPHA

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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #40 on: July 11, 2011, 10:40:15 AM »
Quote from: Ninjawarrior on July 11, 2011, 08:23:29 AM
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #41 on: July 11, 2011, 10:41:05 AM »
Quote from: OregonLAN on July 11, 2011, 09:02:09 AM
Same. With a smart phone there's really no need to purchase a GPS.

My Android phone has an application that not only caches maps to the phone's SD, it also shows you alternate routes and alerts you in case there is traffic. With turn by turn directions, lane assist and speed warnings, there's no reason to even look at the GPS if you use a Bluetooth headset. It also seconds as a music player and a communication device (phone).

I am investigating adding the Garmin APP as a backup on my iPhone, any feedback?  35.00 seems like a good backup plan.
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #42 on: July 11, 2011, 10:47:06 AM »
Quote from: 556ALPHA on July 11, 2011, 10:41:05 AM
I am investigating adding the Garmin APP as a backup on my iPhone, any feedback?  35.00 seems like a good backup plan.

I have the MotionX app for my iPhone and it works very nicely as a backup to my tomtom.   You can buy the app for a couple dollars and add the voice guidance for another $20 per year (or $2 per month).  I would have bought the Navigon or TomTom app, but I am switching to a droid in a couple months and didn't want to spend $50 for such limited use.
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #43 on: July 11, 2011, 11:23:54 AM »
Quote from: Ninjawarrior on July 11, 2011, 08:23:29 AM
Zumo 550 end of statement!


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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #44 on: July 11, 2011, 11:31:57 AM »
Quote from: Viking on July 11, 2011, 05:33:54 AM
If you want to create a route to follow then upload it to your GPS, you will need to buy a unit that has that ability; most do not.

There are one or two inexpensive options that allow routing.


Want to use Google Maps to plan a route?
You can click on the link button (top right) to save the route, then go to this link and it will convert the map into a format your GPS can read: http://www.takitwithme.com/

Two things I want in a GPS on the cycle:
- Ability to download routes
- Bluetooth AD2p support https://www.hookupwireless.com/pages.php?pageid=1

So far I have used a TomTom and Garmin unit.  I bought the Garmin to replace the TomTom when it got soaked.  I tried to save the 2010 National maps from the Tomah area to my 765WT.  That's when I realized the Garmin 765WT did not handle routes/viapoints.  I thought all Garmins did.  Wrong.

I like Garmin so I want another one that actually handles viapoints.   AND fits in a 4.3" RAM cradle that I already have bought.
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #45 on: July 11, 2011, 12:24:30 PM »
Google Navigate on the Droid  8)

Now if I can just get the office to give me a Droid instead of this BlackBerry (however blackberry maps is working OK).
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #46 on: July 11, 2011, 12:35:58 PM »
I'm ju waiting on the 765t I oredered now. I may also end up getting an iphone soon. Figure it might be easier to have music/phone on 1 device that way. Less to pack and connect with. Just gonna have to learn another device when the gps shows up. Thanks for all of the info
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #47 on: July 11, 2011, 02:32:53 PM »
Quote from: ManWorkinghere on July 11, 2011, 11:31:57 AM
Two things I want in a GPS on the cycle:
- Ability to download routes
- Bluetooth AD2p support https://www.hookupwireless.com/pages.php?pageid=1

So far I have used a TomTom and Garmin unit.  I bought the Garmin to replace the TomTom when it got soaked.  I tried to save the 2010 National maps from the Tomah area to my 765WT.  That's when I realized the Garmin 765WT did not handle routes/viapoints.  I thought all Garmins did.  Wrong.

I like Garmin so I want another one that actually handles viapoints.   AND fits in a 4.3" RAM cradle that I already have bought.


I have absolutely ZERO problems loading custom routes from Mapsource into my 765T........
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #48 on: July 11, 2011, 03:48:44 PM »
Quote from: h2smokin on July 11, 2011, 12:35:58 PM
I'm ju waiting on the 765t I oredered now. I may also end up getting an iphone soon. Figure it might be easier to have music/phone on 1 device that way. Less to pack and connect with. Just gonna have to learn another device when the gps shows up. Thanks for all of the info

H2,
The 765T already has a built in mp3 for your music.
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #49 on: July 11, 2011, 05:52:47 PM »
Well, I too use my droid 2 for navigating and I also use it for audio.  Between running pandora or slacker radio I am good to go.  I put my droid in the map pocket of my tank bag, but I am very interested in finding a good holder for it that will allow my earbuds and charger to be connected while it is in the cradle. 

Anyone know what RAM mount would accomodate this?
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #50 on: July 11, 2011, 06:24:51 PM »
Quote from: pdlt on July 11, 2011, 05:52:47 PM
Well, I too use my droid 2 for navigating and I also use it for audio.  Between running pandora or slacker radio I am good to go.  I put my droid in the map pocket of my tank bag, but I am very interested in finding a good holder for it that will allow my earbuds and charger to be connected while it is in the cradle. 

Anyone know what RAM mount would accomodate this?

This is what Ram recommends for you, does it look like it will work?
http://www.ram-mount.com/CatalogResults/PartDetails/tabid/63/partid/082065077045072079076045085078052085/Default.aspx
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #51 on: July 11, 2011, 06:57:37 PM »
Quote from: 556ALPHA on July 11, 2011, 06:24:51 PM
This is what Ram recommends for you, does it look like it will work?
http://www.ram-mount.com/CatalogResults/PartDetails/tabid/63/partid/082065077045072079076045085078052085/Default.aspx

Im not 100% sure.  It looks like the finger on the top right side might cover the earbud jack and the screen lock.  I wish someone had one so they could confirm.
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #52 on: July 11, 2011, 08:18:58 PM »
765T just arrived.
combined with a RAM waterproof box, it will do the job i guess.

I have a noob and stupid question. Can i play MP3 on the GPS and use the bluetooth fct to hear it  through my scala. Hummm guess not i think

I ll post pics when the install is complete

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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #53 on: July 11, 2011, 08:28:15 PM »
Quote from: speed545 on July 11, 2011, 08:18:58 PM
765T just arrived.
combined with a RAM waterproof box, it will do the job i guess.

I have a noob and stupid question. Can i play MP3 on the GPS and use the bluetooth fct to hear it  through my scala. Hummm guess not i think

I ll post pics when the install is complete


Yes you can Speed, this is the same set-up I have. Congrats!
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #54 on: July 11, 2011, 11:42:41 PM »
Quote from: pdlt on July 11, 2011, 06:57:37 PM
Im not 100% sure.  It looks like the finger on the top right side might cover the earbud jack and the screen lock.  I wish someone had one so they could confirm.

This is what I use:

http://www.jcwhitney.com/cell-phone-/-ipod-holder/p2030208.jcwx

It mounts directly to the ball thing from RAM.
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #55 on: July 12, 2011, 06:24:27 AM »
Quote from: pdlt on July 11, 2011, 06:57:37 PM
Im not 100% sure.  It looks like the finger on the top right side might cover the earbud jack and the screen lock.  I wish someone had one so they could confirm.

there is a setup video sumwere and i recall that all fingers are not required
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #56 on: July 12, 2011, 03:45:46 PM »
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #57 on: July 12, 2011, 05:11:15 PM »
thanks for that.  Actually answered lots of questions for me.  I think I will order one.  Sweet!!!
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #58 on: July 12, 2011, 07:45:14 PM »
Quote from: ZG on July 11, 2011, 08:28:15 PM

Yes you can Speed, this is the same set-up I have. Congrats!

well thx.

you were right about pairing the GPS with scala but i have a little problem. When asked to enter code to complete the set up, there s no way i can. I dont have a key board :o

am i missing something
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Re: best gps for the $ ?
« Reply #59 on: July 12, 2011, 07:48:50 PM »
Quote from: speed545 on July 12, 2011, 07:45:14 PM
well thx.

you were right about pairing the GPS with scala but i have a little problem. When asked to enter code to complete the set up, there s no way i can. I dont have a key board :o

am i missing something


The code is like 0000 or 1234 or something like that, it should be in the manual for the G4. Let me know if you don't have the manual, I can try to go dig it up...
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