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Thoughts on the Tomtom GO 940 Live

 
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gmeikle
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PostPosted: Sun Jun 21, 2009 9:05 pm    Post subject: Thoughts on the Tomtom GO 940 Live Reply with quote

Hi everyone.

I'm changing my car in a couple of weeks and was thinking of buying the Tomtom GO 940 Live but after reading some of the threads within the forum I not really convinced how well it works. Confused

In my current car I'm using the Parrot CK3300 bluetooth handsfree/GPS car kit with Tomtom Navigator on my personal Nokia N95 with Tomtom Navigator on and my work HTC P4350.

The Parrot CK330 is connected via an ISOfix connector which mutes the music when instructions are played or a call comes in and I've found that my current setup works really well. Very Happy

But I really want something with a bigger screen than the Nokia N95.

I also use my Nokia N95 with a portable GPS Receiver when I'm walking.

So, before buying one I thought I would see what other members thoughts of the GO 940 are? Question

For example:

What is the Bluetooth handsfree connection like, i.e. speaker quality, microphone quality, reliability, etc.

Do the instructions and calls play through the in-built speaker or can they be played through the cars audio system?

What is the contacts feature like, i.e. can you access the phones contacts through the GO 940 unit?

Can the GO 940 be used when walking?

Any thoughts would be most appreciated. Smile
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PostPosted: Mon Jun 22, 2009 2:53 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I have a 740 so I'll have a go at answering..

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What is the Bluetooth hands-free connection like, i.e. speaker quality, microphone quality, reliability, etc.


Speaker and Mic quality is good, however reliability isn't too good. Occasionally (about 7-10 days) the phone and 740 refuse to connect meaning i have to delete the pairing a re-pair them. It's a common problem unfortunately. I ended up buying an iOPlay Car Kit which sounds similar to your Parrot kit.

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Do the instructions and calls play through the in-built speaker or can they be played through the cars audio system?


Instructions can be played through the cars audio system if you have the active mount and you connect it via a lead to the stereo AUX in. Alternatively it also supports A2DP Streaming so i have my 740 connected to my iOPlay Car Kit and it interrupts the radio / CD when needed.

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What is the contacts feature like, i.e. can you access the phones contacts through the GO 940 unit?


Check the TomTom Bluetooth Compatibility Web page for details. It varies from model to model.

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Can the GO 940 be used when walking?


I believe so in mapped streets but I've not tried. Did use it in a big car park to find my car once though...
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PostPosted: Mon Jun 22, 2009 3:18 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Yes, the "Lives" can be used for walking with three caveats: Battery life is quite short, much worse than other TT models. 2nd, there is no "screen lock" like on the Garmin nuvis so unintended screen taps/menu changes can be a problem. Third, unless you are walking briskly, TomTom's are slow to update your position. No really designed nor intended for pedestrian use, but they'll do in a pinch.
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PostPosted: Wed Jun 24, 2009 9:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hi PaulB2005 and gatorguy6996.

Thanks for your replies. Smile

Do you know of any other brand that may give me what I need/want? Confused
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PostPosted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 9:33 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

gatorguy6996 wrote:
Third, unless you are walking briskly, TomTom's are slow to update your position.

I think this is something to do with the SiRf star III chipset. My mio C701 has it programmed with a 3mph (might be 3 kph) minimum speed, so you have to walk quickly, or quite a long way before it updates your position. I think it is done this way to cut down on speed and position 'jitter'. This facility can be 'programmed out' but it is not a job for the faint hearted or inexperienced because you could quite easily brick the device Crying or Very sad , even if you have the correct software to program the chipset.
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PostPosted: Thu Jun 25, 2009 9:34 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Any other device? I think from what I've read, the best way forward is to separate the tasks. Get the best car navigation system you can, and then get the best walking/general GPS you can. That way the compromises are optimal.

But that said, consider the iPhone. With TomTom and others now available, it is likely that a walking navigator may appear. There is already the OS Maps application, and of course Google maps, but currently they download maps over the air, and while you can know exactly where you are in a lovely spot, a completely blank map due to no phone signal doesn't really help much.
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