Navigon 70 Series

lads2000 · Regular Visitor Joined: May 25, 2005 Posts: 60

I've looked at all the ini and dat files which usually contain the settings but con not see anything that relates to the number of pois I could load into the system.
FWIW I also tested the PGPSW database on a excel spreadsheet and it appears the current release is 10063 locations with the turning off of swindow/Oxfordshire and now norfolk this could mean the file may fit sooner rather than later.

I have loaded on the Mobile and Spec cameras as a emergancy along side the Navigon camera database. untill I can get POIWarner or another way of getting them on the unit.

BigPerk · Posted: Sun Oct 03, 2010 8:55 pm Post subject:

Hi peat - if you are still around, where have you been doing your tweaking (what (ini?)files, I mean). You mentioned quite a few settings that sound VERY useful - have you found they work as you expect/want?
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David
(Navigon 70 Live, Nuvi 360)

BigPerk · Posted: Sun Oct 03, 2010 9:12 pm Post subject:

peat & lads2000. I haven't connected my 70, but HAVE had a look at my backup file. Is THIS where it all happens Rolling Eyes

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michaelj2 · Regular Visitor Joined: Oct 05, 2006 Posts: 157

michaelj2 · Regular Visitor Joined: Oct 05, 2006 Posts: 157

I have managed to resolve it by connecting the Navigon to Windows. It sees both memories and can now download Michelin Guide. Will be taking for a run today.

cubit · Occasional Visitor Joined: Sep 19, 2010 Posts: 26

lads2000 · Regular Visitor Joined: May 25, 2005 Posts: 60

Ok so took my first trip in anger this week. First impressions were..... not bad. A couple of differencies from the Tom Tom on the way there anyway. Traffic didn't apprear although I think it would have on the Tom Tom. Seemed to be a long enough jam to warrant the highlight although it was on the otherside of the road to the one I was on. So maybe these will only flag if on your side of the road will need to test further.

On the way back this was a bit more disturbing, the planned route took me on a very tight single track road and then through the centre of Swindon through rush our but again didn't show any traffic. I ended up going my own way and ignoring the directions it gave me.

The routes planned were marked as Optimal within the car profile and i took the my route option on both legs. I have now changed this to reflect the fastest route planning and see how this changes things. I also think the next couple of journeys I will take the Tom Tom as a back up just incase I feel the route is not to my liking again.

BigPerk · Posted: Wed Oct 06, 2010 9:40 pm Post subject:

Concerning the POI limit of 10K. I asked Navigon if this is a space or software limitation, and could the ini file be adjusted. They say

davewave1 · Occasional Visitor Joined: Jan 09, 2004 Posts: 40

Does the Navigon 70 live use the Navteq traffic info as shown on
http://www.navteq.com/ ?

BigPerk · Posted: Thu Oct 07, 2010 12:45 pm Post subject:

No, Navigon is partnered with Inrix for the Live services, as described in their earlier press release -

michaelj2 · Regular Visitor Joined: Oct 05, 2006 Posts: 157

I have just used my 70 live for 5 days in France and in general, I am very happy with it. Having used the 8310 for over a year I was not put off by the rather clunky menu structure. Also I charged it with my power cable from my 8310 so did not experience any slow charging speeds. It acquired satellites much faster and in general was accurate in forecasting traffic jams. It still provided some weird routing but I think this is a matter of experimenting and interpretation of the various route options. Negatives are only one male voice (why I do not understand), limited zoom capability ( which has resulted in inaccurate choice of roundabout exits), and the proximity sensor seems to react more to the steering wheel than my hands! I also had to use the Windows 7 on my Mac for Fresh to recognize the SD card. Overall I am happy with it.

BigPerk · Posted: Thu Oct 07, 2010 8:41 pm Post subject:

I think it's advisable to steer clear of 'optimum' routing, unless you are specifically looking for a bit of a 'different' journey experience! I used to find it worked rather similarly on my ViaMichelin. Having said that, I think the MyRoutes does at least give a chance to look for a route more to your liking, especially if you are preplanning, although I think reviewing is a bit difficult on all satnavs with their small screen In fact, I've recently suggested to Navigon that they implement a PC-based route planner, say in Fresh, like you can with Satmap and some other makes. Don't know if anything will result.

I actually like the male voice - being fairly deaf, the lower frequency voice is much easier to hear clearly. It's very similar to Garmin's 'Daniel', which has always been my favourite. Anyway, there was essentially only one (female) on the 8310 as well, which I found much more difficult to understand. Of course, if you fancy a different accent, I suppose you could always switch to English (US)! I don't really object to Navigon selling pay-for 'Funny Voices' & 'Dialects' packages for those who really want them - they don't seem that exhorbitantly expensive.
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David
(Navigon 70 Live, Nuvi 360)

cubit · Occasional Visitor Joined: Sep 19, 2010 Posts: 26

Now got my hands on new toy.
Play time this weekend and tried in anger down in Essex next week.

davewave1 · Occasional Visitor Joined: Jan 09, 2004 Posts: 40

Hi lads2000, when is the next trip planned for to compare the Navigon with the TT?

Their is another 'indepth', 'useful' review at http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-1314002/Review-TomTom-Start-sat-nav-featuring-Billy-Connolly.html

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