Barmyclown

Don`t know if this has been asked before, was wondering if anyone out there is using a PDA for satnav/ camera detection needs. And was wondering what software everyone was using. I was thinking of tomtom 3, with speed minder for the camera side. Any feed back would be useful. Thanks

Jase.

ScoobyNoob

I've been using Tomtom 2 for a while on a Dell Axim. Wired receiver left on the dash. Has it's quirky moments but I've been pretty happy with it. Used it in Wales, around the south coast, Midlands with no problems, got me to where I wanted to go every time.

Biggest problem I had was with the mount, I'd recommend a vent mount rather than the sucker cup type.

Blackscooby

I use TT3 on an HP2210. Very impressed. Also use CheckPoint as my "safety" camera software.
TT3 also supports postcode searches. I've been impressed with its ability to "get me home" when I've been out on the motorbike and just having a blast down unknown back roads.

Lots of useful info on
http://www.pocketgps.co.uk/index.php

Including the latest POI databases for the cameras etc.

cw42

iTrader: (1)

tom tom 3, checkpoint and uk postcode search for me. all on a dell axim x5. works everytime
chris.

Robocop

Yep, I use TomTom 3,Checkpoint and the UK Postcode on my iPAQ 2210 as well. It's a great combination.

Reviews here http://www.pocketgps.co.uk/checkpoint.php
http://www.pocketgps.co.uk/tomtomnavigator3.php
http://www.digitools.co.uk/home.php

Kevin

porlkertus

Same again, Im using tomtom3, ipaq 2210 and checkpoint with an EMTAC bluetooth reciever, Its a great sat nav setup.

Robocop - how well does ukpostcode work with tomtom? Im quite interested in trying this.

P

olliecampbell

iTrader: (3)

How much does this sort of setup cost generally?

douglasb

Depends on the PDA, but just north of £400 with a decent one.

Barmyclown

Thats great guys the sort of info I was after. Pda wise i`m looking at the new ipaq 4700 so it looks like around £650 with a decent sd card and software. Your help is apreciated.


Jase

cw42

iTrader: (1)

nothing to do with me, but saw this last week:
http://bbs.scoobynet.co.uk/showthrea...&highlight=pda
might fit the bill for you m8

chris.

Robocop

Hi porlkertus

The UK Postcodes is a fantastic little program. TomTom 2/3 only has a postcode search up to five characters eg SN25 1TT would only be SN25 1 or W1 5HG would be W1 5. This puts you in the area but can be some way out. The UK Postcode one supports the full 7 digits and is very accurate.
I work in car car hire business and we have to deliver to some odd addresses. great if you live in a town not so out in the sticks.

John WRX

Just bought a Dell axim X% with tomtom 3, car cradle, gps transmitter etc etc off ebay for £295..................

I think thats a good price.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...em=5729256584&

Butty

iTrader: (2)

O2 XDA2 phone/PDA with TT3, check point and traffic news
Gets rid of all them boxes on the dash

Nick

olliecampbell

iTrader: (3)

A few questions if i may:
Can you turn the screen down so that it doesnt blind you at night?
Can you add laser detection onto these at all?
Whats the main difference between the GPS receivers?

Thanks guys

porlkertus

Just Installed ukpostcode, your right about the shortcomings of tomtoms postcode search, although it wont frustrate me again!

Thx.

porlkertus

Tomtom3 allows you to use a nightmode, it changes the colour scheme so it doesn't blind you. It works well.

I think you will need separate kit for laser detection!

If your talking about PDA based navigation, then theres 3 types of reciever really, wired, wireless and plug in (CF slot). You pay a slight premium for a wireless (bluetooth) reciever, but the lack of wires on your dash makes a big difference when connecting it/taking it apart. the CF ones are handy if you do a lot of walking or have a bike. Theres loads of makes, ideally one with a sirfII chipset as these are newer/faster/lower power.

A wealth of info here - http://www.pocketgps.co.uk/menu_gpshardware.php

Tomtom Go is well worth a look if you dont need a PDA but want sat nav with a speedcamera database. Here - http://www.pocketgps.co.uk/tomtom-go.php

Good luck!
P.

douglasb

Another thanks to Robocop for the UK postcodes link. Nice to be able to use it with Tomtom, but also good to be able to input a postcode and see a map of the area.

chrisowe

A question for Blackscooby, how do you use it on your motorbike ?