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 Topic: Reviewed: Garmin Nuvi 1690 |
Alsone1
Replies: 32
Views: 25504
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 Forum: Garmin Portable Navigation Devices Posted: Sat Jan 08, 2011 7:16 pm Subject: Reviewed: Garmin Nuvi 1690 |
The Nu-Link subscription is a retograde step for me.
I currently have a Garmin and was looking to upgrade to a 3D view but I simply can't justify the the subscription.
With my existing unit I g ... |
| Topic: Software for logging new camera locations? |
Alsone1
Replies: 1
Views: 1426
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Forum: Garmin Portable Navigation Devices Posted: Sun Mar 01, 2009 10:04 am Subject: Software for logging new camera locations? |
Hi,
I know there used to be some software called POI Capture for the TT for logging new camera locations. I was wondering if there's anything available for the Garmin?
Ideally what I'm looking f ... |
| Topic: Garmin 200 |
Alsone1
Replies: 4
Views: 2452
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Forum: PocketGPSWorld Speed Camera Database Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 5:15 pm Subject: Garmin 200 |
| Ok thanks MaFt I'll recommend you. |
| Topic: Garmin 200 |
Alsone1
Replies: 4
Views: 2452
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Forum: PocketGPSWorld Speed Camera Database Posted: Mon Apr 21, 2008 4:36 pm Subject: Garmin 200 |
Andy,
Just a quick question on this subject. A friend of mine has recently bought a Nuvi 200 and I'm thinking of recommending him to subscribe. Can the 200 handle the database as its currently 1370 ... |
| Topic: TMC is Totally Useless in the UK!!! |
Alsone1
Replies: 29
Views: 22688
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Forum: Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Posted: Wed Jan 30, 2008 2:50 pm Subject: TMC is Totally Useless in the UK!!! |
| I too now have a replacement TMC unit and at last it works!!! |
| Topic: TMC is Totally Useless in the UK!!! |
Alsone1
Replies: 29
Views: 22688
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Forum: Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Posted: Mon Dec 10, 2007 3:24 pm Subject: TMC is Totally Useless in the UK!!! |
The difference in your example Phil is the radio manufacturer didn't supply the aerial with the unit proclaiming that it was suitable for use in the UK.
I will try a Y splitter though although in m ... |
| Topic: TMC is Totally Useless in the UK!!! |
Alsone1
Replies: 29
Views: 22688
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Forum: Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Posted: Mon Dec 10, 2007 12:16 pm Subject: Re: No Probs here ;-) |
| As for being fit for purpose, the fact that the units can receive a signal invalidates the claim you make - just a pain in the arse that coverage is not great in the uk and the signal strength is poor ... |
| Topic: TMC is Totally Useless in the UK!!! |
Alsone1
Replies: 29
Views: 22688
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Forum: Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Posted: Fri Dec 07, 2007 12:27 am Subject: TMC is Totally Useless in the UK!!! |
Maybe what we need to do is start complaining to trading standards as technically the unit infringes the Sale of Goods Act as not being Fit for Purpose if it can't receive the current UK signals.
T ... |
| Topic: TMC is Totally Useless in the UK!!! |
Alsone1
Replies: 29
Views: 22688
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Forum: Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 5:19 pm Subject: TMC is Totally Useless in the UK!!! |
I have a Garmin Nuvi 660 and a GTM 21 TMC receiver (supposed to be one of the best).
Yet on my recent 8 hour trip to Cornwall, I had less than 5 minutes of coverage lasting 2 or 3 miles (near Brist ... |
| Topic: Nuvi wishlist |
Alsone1
Replies: 95
Views: 49310
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Forum: Garmin Portable Navigation Devices Posted: Thu Dec 06, 2007 5:01 pm Subject: Nuvi wishlist |
1. Better routing software - more road type awareness when calculating route
- Specifically an update is needed to discriminate between the size of road as well as the speed limit when routing.
... |
| Topic: URGENT HELP - TRAVELLING TODAY! |
Alsone1
Replies: 2
Views: 1602
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Forum: PocketGPSWorld Speed Camera Database Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 6:27 pm Subject: URGENT HELP - TRAVELLING TODAY! |
| Thanks Tim your reply is a life saver - I can travel tonight with an unworried mind. 1st time I've ever owned a GPS and 1st time out with it so a lot to learn in 1 day. |
| Topic: URGENT HELP - TRAVELLING TODAY! |
Alsone1
Replies: 2
Views: 1602
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Forum: PocketGPSWorld Speed Camera Database Posted: Fri Jun 15, 2007 1:47 pm Subject: URGENT HELP - TRAVELLING TODAY! |
Hi,
I'm totally new and need some help.
I've downloaded and installed the camera database using Garmin POI loader to my SD card. It has installed correctly.
Can you please answer the followin ... |
| Topic: Amplified car aerial splitter |
Alsone1
Replies: 102
Views: 63826
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Forum: Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Posted: Thu Jun 14, 2007 8:44 am Subject: Amplified car aerial splitter |
Thanks for that.
I downloaded their full product cataliogue but still couldn't see an FM amplifier although I did skim throuhg it quickly. |
| Topic: Amplified car aerial splitter |
Alsone1
Replies: 102
Views: 63826
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Forum: Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Posted: Wed Jun 13, 2007 6:48 pm Subject: Amplified car aerial splitter |
| Thanks for the replys guys, as ever this site is a great resource. I saw in Halfords yesterday an FM amplifier for £14. The guy in Halfords pulled my radio out for me (I have a 54 plate Mondeo) So I k ... |
| Topic: Which splitter should I use? |
Alsone1
Replies: 24
Views: 14088
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Forum: Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Posted: Sun Jun 10, 2007 6:28 pm Subject: Which splitter should I use? |
Anyone tried one of these?
They're clip on - window or sunroof.
http://www.lowestonweb.com/media/images/shared/products/eveshamtechnology/4037735102712_1_large.jpg
My only concern is the fact ... |
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