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Royalty Regular Visitor
Joined: 12/03/2003 08:43:58 Posts: 62 Location: United Kingdom
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2003 1:51 pm Post subject: Tom Tom cradle |
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Just seen the Tom Tom web site and details of their package complete with the HP iPAQ h1940 and what looks like a very nice cradle for the iPAQ.
I already own the TT bluetooth and an iPAQ2210, but does anyone know if the cradle in the pack is available to buy separately as it seems to be a neat compact solution for me.
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Darren Frequent Visitor
Joined: 11/07/2002 14:36:40 Posts: 23848 Location: Hampshire, UK
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Royalty Regular Visitor
Joined: 12/03/2003 08:43:58 Posts: 62 Location: United Kingdom
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2003 2:42 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks Darren, perfect! Although looking at the compatability chart it doesn't list the iPAQ2210 Any idea if this will fit. I've emailed Tom Tom the same question. |
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Darren Frequent Visitor
Joined: 11/07/2002 14:36:40 Posts: 23848 Location: Hampshire, UK
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2003 4:05 pm Post subject: |
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I really don't know, however, Brodit do have a compatible mount, I'm awaiting one for review which offers the same features, built-in power etc, it's shown on their home page at http://www.brodit.com and can be bought in the Uk from Handnav (follow the link in the right hand advertisers menu).
I'm a huge fan of Brodit mounts, we have reviewed many already, see the GPS Accessories link at the top of the page. _________________ Darren Griffin |
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chapsworth Regular Visitor
Joined: 02/09/2003 17:48:57 Posts: 75 Location: United Kingdom
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2003 4:59 pm Post subject: |
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I've got the Brodit mount for my 2210 - excellent piece of kit and looks neat.
Simon |
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Revvin_Kevin Occasional Visitor
Joined: Oct 12, 2003 Posts: 27 Location: Bradford, W. Yorks
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2003 5:11 pm Post subject: |
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I've got the Brodit mount with built in plug for my 2210 - it's brilliant. Nuff said. |
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Dave Frequent Visitor
Joined: Sep 10, 2003 Posts: 6460 Location: UK
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2003 8:48 pm Post subject: |
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The TomTom Car Kit doesn't yet support the 2210, TomTom are bringing one out, expected release date is sometime in November (e.g. this month). |
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Royalty Regular Visitor
Joined: 12/03/2003 08:43:58 Posts: 62 Location: United Kingdom
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Posted: Wed Nov 12, 2003 3:13 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks all. Must admit the Brodit holder looks very neat. Any idea on a good reputable supplier in the UK? |
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treefrog Occasional Visitor
Joined: Oct 26, 2003 Posts: 6
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Posted: Wed Nov 12, 2003 3:35 pm Post subject: 1940 active mount |
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Hi!
While we're on the subject of mounts, is there an active mount for the 1940?
(I'm looking for a 'proper' one of these where power is supplied by the port on the bottom of the iPaq - so that no power cable needs be plugged in.)
Thanks,
Dave |
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Darren Frequent Visitor
Joined: 11/07/2002 14:36:40 Posts: 23848 Location: Hampshire, UK
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thax1 Occasional Visitor
Joined: Nov 05, 2003 Posts: 28
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Posted: Fri Nov 14, 2003 5:27 pm Post subject: Tomtom carkit |
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Treefrog,
The tomtom mount for 1940 is active, and is available separately.
See my recent thread for a review. |
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MrT Frequent Visitor
Joined: Nov 14, 2003 Posts: 2143 Location: Surrounded by A1, M1 & M25
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Posted: Sat Nov 15, 2003 9:07 am Post subject: Mounts |
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I could not find a mount that really did what I wanted so I ended up buying the closest I could get and modifying it. I needed a mount that was permanently fixed to the dashboard and that also had an integral amplified speaker as the Ipaq 5550 speaker is inadequate in noisy conditions.
I thought about connecting it to the car audio, but all these devices I have seen have had to have the car audio dedicated to it. It is a shame they could not just overide the car audio to give messages like a phone or traffic bulletin.
In the end I went for Arkon CM55 from Expansys. This connects to the Ipaq with a 3" USB cable for power (not included) and a 4" audio cable (inlcuded), not perfect as I have to put two plugs in, but I intend to make the cable plugs embedded in the mount in the near future so they slip in the sockets when I slide the Ipaq in. The unit also provides a 5V DC output for a device such as the TomTom Bluetooth if you need it.
The holder is universal but I did not like the large grab arms that grab the slim Ipaq. I bought an HP Cover Pack FA119A which is like a plastic glove that fits on the Ipaq with a see through door and after removing the arms from the mount, stuck it to the mount. This looks far better and is a very secure holding. |
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