what do you recommend as the best GPS (driving and maybe walking too) software for the Tytn? and receiver?
UK based
I use tomtom with no problems tried afew other software like co pilot, igo, but tomtom deffentley has the upper hand.
I use a Fortuna Slim Bluetooth GPS receiver (SiRF Star III) and again had no problems pairing the devive.
TomTom and Globalsat BT-338 (SirfStar III Chipset)
Or check out Globalsat BT-359 (SiRFStarIII v2 Chipset)
http://www.gpspassion.com/fr/articles.asp?id=192
http://www.pocketgpsworld.com/globalsat-bt-359-gps-review.php
thanks for the info.
best place to get tom tom s/w?
tomtom6 and holux 236 gpslim
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hello,
i want to buy a gps receiver, but don't know which one is compatible with my XDA? Can you also tell me if there is a serial from a different make i.e. ipaq that would fit in the XDA?
Do they all work well with Tomtom II?
thanks for your help.
Ipaq gps will not work as it is wired differently, any nmea compliant gps will work with xda, I found the Haicom hi-203e to be a good unit and leads for charging xda and powering gps are available for just about any pda you can mention. Tomtom will work with any nmea compliant gps unit. www.globalpositioningsystems.co.uk
I have been looking through the forum to determine the best combination of receiver + software as a gps solution. Is there a poll outlining the relative merits / demerits for the xda2s?
From reading threads, i feel alot of people use TT5 with a BT338 receiver. Would this be a reasonable solution?
Kind regards
I have BT-338. It work just fine with my tek 9090.
I use the BT-338 with CoPilot Live 5 and it works great on my SX66.
CoPilot Live 6 is too buggy, IMO.
I have not tried Tom Tom 5. But I could not install iGuidance 2.1.2 (I gave up after 3 attempts), TeleType World Navigator has huge breadth but not much depth in its features, and OnCourse Navigator 5 has user interface design problems, poor rerouting (it gets stuck on one path), and it requires manually starting the bluetooth connection each time.
Note: These recommendations might only apply in the USA.
tt5 & bt 77
Hi, my xda2s worked fine with TT5 and a BT77 bluetooth GPS, although the device configuration arrangement was a bit strange. However, that was on wm2003. I can't get any GSM functionality on wm2005 so can't comment on satnav and gps combinations with wm2005.
You will need to check with Tom Tom what support there is currently for Ireland. On the release of TTN5 there was limited support for the North & NO support for Eire. The latest downloadable maps suggest "major roads" of Eire are now supported but these maps are an additional purchase over & above TTN5.
I think i am the only BA user here with one, but i like my SD-501 (SDIO) GPS. its a great little unit, and gets great reception (not to mention better battery life compared to constant BT use!).
Still deciding on software though..
I was wondering if my Qtek 9100 (IPL: 2.17; SPL: 2.17; GSM 02.07.10; OS 2.17.7.2) is compatible with the US GlobalSat BT359 GPS unit. If anyone reccomends anything better or has comments whether this device sucks or the specs are crappy, etc, please comment! I know nothing about GPSs.
Specs here The best price i can find is from Semsons for 120. Im looking for compatibiliy with iGuidance 3.0 software. Thanks.
I use the GlobalSat BT338 with my 9100; the 359 should work just as well.
I'm using a BT-359 and iGuidance 3 with an 8125 Wizard (WM5). No problems. Works great.
Perfect!!! Thanks, that was exactly what i was wanting!
Is anyone using a Bluetooth GPS with their 8525? I'm looking to purchase one but would like some input first. So many choices out there... Thx!
welcome to the forums..
i do.. im using a BT-Q818.. its superb. does the job well plus its supposed to run 32 hours, and can pick up 32 satellite signals..
one good thing to think of before getting a gps receiver would be battery replacement possibilities..
good place to look for gps receivers and software
Garmin GPS10 here. Fully waterproof, WAAS capable, magnetic attachment to car. Stores multiple parings. Runs around 12 hours on a charge. $80ish for OEM package (sensor only). This thing is awsome. I was getting differential fixes to within 1 meter while hiking up in N. MI last week. I was running also maptech's pocket navigator on my TyTN with the sensor duct-taped to my backpack. Laptop was in the truck with Terrain Navigator counterpart stored there. Both devices could share the sensor & also swap track data.
I'm using a GlobalSat BT-359 bluetooth gps receiver and iGuidance map software on my 8525. I've had no trouble with any of it. Got everything from Semsons Inc website as a bundle.
ztrain said:
I'm using a GlobalSat BT-359 bluetooth gps receiver and iGuidance map software on my 8525. I've had no trouble with any of it. Got everything from Semsons Inc website as a bundle.
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you dont have any troubles with your iG4? their's this stuttering issue that i have been experiencing.. what interests me is the ROM you are using.. i will prolly change to what you have as soon as i get too many porblems with the current one that i am using..
Bapski--- I'm still using iGuidance 3. My version 4 should be arriving soon. I'm anxious to see how it runs on VP3G's 3.0 ROM. Everything else I use runs very well on it. I'm still a noob at all this but if you have questions, I'll sure try to be of some help.
I was thinking of trying to put a Archos 70IT 250GB HDD in my truck for GPS and to keep my Music Library available at all times.. I am trying to decide what GPS module i want to get.. Now Garmin introduces the Garmin Mechanic for Android and if you buy the ecoRoute Module will give you all the cool little specs on your vehicle.. I have a few questions about these..
1. Since the ecoRoute connects over BlueTooth would this interfere with a BT GPS Module? I know based on the specs of BT it can handle 7 concurrent connections but not sure Archos can handle all f them..
2. Anyone tried to connect to multiple BT items at once?? Headphones and GPS maybe?
tested with BT GPS and for mobi tether as the same time. No problem here
I use a bluetooth gps and an elm327 obd II device together and it works great.
ske714 said:
I use a bluetooth gps and an elm327 obd II device together and it works great.
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What software do you use with your elm327?? Also how do I know if the device will work with my model of car(s)?
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What software do you use with your elm327?? Also how do I know if the device will work with my model of car(s)?
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I use Torque with the device. It also recognizes the GPS, which is an iBT-GPS. The elm327 will work with anything with obd II, including CAN bus, with very few exceptions. elm327 is actually a chipset, which is incorporated into lots of different devises. I found this site with a quick search. It's for a usb adapter, but it has a list of compatible vehicles. It should be the same for bt versions. There is a ton of info out there.