iPAQ 5450 Speaker

[Seamist]

I have recently purchased an iPAQ 5450 but have been told that the speaker is not very effective for use with Tom Tom 2 software/GPS and can not be heard. Would I have been better to have purchased the 3970 since I have the oportunity to change before I open (and following poor shop advice !!). Many Thanks.

[Parky]

I have the 5450, and as you rightly state the speaker is of little, or no use for Tom Tom. I bought the Arkon Soundfeeder SF121 Arkon SF121 to boost the sound. Trouble is you loose your CD or radio when using it.



Other than that, the 5450 is a great little unit, but it depends how many of the bells and whistles you will actually use.



Regards



Alan

[Seamist]

Alan,



Many thanks for the advice.



Regards

Paul

[MikeB]

Paul,



The 3970 would have been better if you could switch.



If not then take a look at the Seido mounts these include an amplifier so no interferance with your radio. I actually use mine tucked away in a storage compartment with a long lead going down to it.



If you want to use the Seido mount directly make sure you get one with a longer connecting lead as the standard one is designed for the 38/39 series and is about 3 inches too short.
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