I'm looking for something in my price rage that has the touch screen navigation and all that in it. My mom had a 2008 Ford Escape limited and it had navigation and satellite radio and all that and I lovedd it.|||Buick Reattas have a touch screen but it controls the car mostly, and they came out before gps navigation
another one i can think of is an 89 civic, a tomtom, and some hot glue!
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
What Makes a GPS Navigation System "IFR Approved"?
I heard it had to be permanently mounted, it must acquire a certain number of satellites and have barometric altimeter encoded in. What's the real deal on IFR certification requirements for primary navigation with GPS? What prevents a portable from ever becoming instrument certified?|||In the US the FAA uses two specifications for IFR GPS installations they are covered by a technical standard order, TSO C129 (A1) and TSO C129 (A2). A1 being en route, terminal and non-precision approach-certified (A2) drops the approach ability. Those TSO's have specific installed requirements and tests. You simply can't meet those requirements with a portable unit, RAIM (Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring) is one area where portables have issues among others.
Even the remote altimeter requires wiring as does the required remote display head (CDI) and soon you have so many wires that HAVE TO CONNECT there is no easy quick way to have the unit still portable.
You can read the TSO at http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidan鈥?/a>
With the costs of getting a unit approved under those orders, which is not insignificant, there are no portables that have done it nor is there a good reason for the manufacturer to do it and accept the liability involved.|||An IFR certified GPS unit has to be permanently installed, tested and certified as part of the total aircraft navigation system. A portable unit just doesn't qualify by the FAA standards.|||Certified accuracy within limits established by FAA for use in the IFR system at least the same as VOR navigation.
Even the remote altimeter requires wiring as does the required remote display head (CDI) and soon you have so many wires that HAVE TO CONNECT there is no easy quick way to have the unit still portable.
You can read the TSO at http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidan鈥?/a>
With the costs of getting a unit approved under those orders, which is not insignificant, there are no portables that have done it nor is there a good reason for the manufacturer to do it and accept the liability involved.|||An IFR certified GPS unit has to be permanently installed, tested and certified as part of the total aircraft navigation system. A portable unit just doesn't qualify by the FAA standards.|||Certified accuracy within limits established by FAA for use in the IFR system at least the same as VOR navigation.
How do you use the tuner instead of channel preset navigation on a pioneer DEH-P8600mp car stereo?
Hi - I somehow set my Pioneer DEH-P8600MP car stereo to navigate satellite radio channels only by channel presets. I can't navigate from category to category. If I push up or down on the multi-function button, the tuner goes through the various station presets. I used to be able to navigate through the satellite radio categories by pushing up on down on the multifunction button. Also, I cannot enter station numbers using the remote. If I push a number on the remote it goes to the preset. If I push a number that does not correspond to a preset, nothing happens. Thanks in advance for any help.
Dave|||I'd suggest using the "search" option vs. the preset. It's usually the same option that changes tracks in the cd mode.
Dave|||I'd suggest using the "search" option vs. the preset. It's usually the same option that changes tracks in the cd mode.
Why it that the Car-Models introduced in different region diffrent or the car-makers simply racist?
The carc introduced in the USA and the European countries have the latest accessories, electronics %26amp; technology while the ones of the same models introduced in Middle-East just have the least of the accessories, electronics %26amp; technology. eg: Blootooth, Mp3 Player, Satellite Navigation, Parking Sensor, Woofer Speakers, Central Lock, Keyless Entry, etc.But the price is the almost the same.
If you introduce these cars without these things then they should cost less. Just by taking away the Satellite navigation system should make the Model cheaper by $ 1,000 minimum.|||The resaon is tarrifs imposed by other countries and the dollar conversion rate. A car might seem more expensive but if our dollar is valued at twice the rate of there currency then it well cost twice as much in there currency. Also it costs alot of money to ship a vehicle overseas. Thats one of the reasons general motors bought the daewoo company out, they didn't want there cars, they wanted acess to there factories and there location in asia, trust me race doesn't make a difference its just about cost and profit!|||The oil money in the middle east only goes to the elite few. Most people can't afford those luxury items, so it doesn't make sense to sell them.|||oneword profits..|||1. Have you considered where this vehicle was assembled and shipping and handling costs?
2. The market in which the cars are sold is also important. This is influenced by the variety of cars available in a certain country. If there isn't a lot of different car available in a certain place the price tends to be higher.
In North America/Europe there is a great variety of american, japanese, korean, german,etc. car available so prices tend to be lower. The North American car buyer is different because they want a high amount of quality for lowest price. That makes competition among vehicle manufacturers tough!
If you introduce these cars without these things then they should cost less. Just by taking away the Satellite navigation system should make the Model cheaper by $ 1,000 minimum.|||The resaon is tarrifs imposed by other countries and the dollar conversion rate. A car might seem more expensive but if our dollar is valued at twice the rate of there currency then it well cost twice as much in there currency. Also it costs alot of money to ship a vehicle overseas. Thats one of the reasons general motors bought the daewoo company out, they didn't want there cars, they wanted acess to there factories and there location in asia, trust me race doesn't make a difference its just about cost and profit!|||The oil money in the middle east only goes to the elite few. Most people can't afford those luxury items, so it doesn't make sense to sell them.|||oneword profits..|||1. Have you considered where this vehicle was assembled and shipping and handling costs?
2. The market in which the cars are sold is also important. This is influenced by the variety of cars available in a certain country. If there isn't a lot of different car available in a certain place the price tends to be higher.
In North America/Europe there is a great variety of american, japanese, korean, german,etc. car available so prices tend to be lower. The North American car buyer is different because they want a high amount of quality for lowest price. That makes competition among vehicle manufacturers tough!
Satellite Navigations Systems?
what is the best of the sat navs|||tom tom 920 is the ultimate tool|||TomTom is pretty good. It's easy to use %26amp; update, but it does have weaknesses. For example in rural areas it sometimes takes you miles along minor roads when there's a more major road alternative, %26amp; in town it seems not to know about direct routes other than major roads that all the locals use. Still, if you follow its directions it will usually get you there reliably enough. Sometimes it can confuse you on roundabouts saying things like "take the second exit" when it really means the third exit, so you should check the map screen. But one of its major advantages is that it quickly recalculates if you take a wrong turn %26amp; doesn't keep telling you to turn round unless there's no alternative.
Some satnav systems don't automatically recalculate %26amp; you have to stop %26amp; reset them, otherwise they still tell you to turn round even if you rejoin their original route further on.
You'll always hear stories of directions being out of date, for example ending up in a pub car-park as you've been directed to a bridge across a river (it was the Severn) that no longer exists. But the map databases are constantly being updated so this sort of thing shouldn't be a regular problem, but it will happen from time to time on any system. The important thing is that you can update the software easily.
As satnavs develop, more stuff will be added. There is another (rather expensive) system that updates as you drive to avoid traffic jams, but unless you're white van man on time bonus rates, you probably won't find the extra investment worth it just yet. The French already have randonees available for walkers, not likely yet in the UK, but the possibilities are limitless.
You may also find some of the other features useful, like a warning that you're speeding %26amp; it tells you where all the fixed safety cameras are, but don't get overconfident as it can't detect ad hoc speedtraps.
You pay your money %26amp; take your choice, then get used to the way it works on routes you know before relying on it.|||tom tom go 720 rules!|||I have the cheapest one on the market... tomtom1 and it even has blue tooth!
it is a great gps the best for the money at the moment.
$149 future shop.
Canada|||Whilst tomtom is one of the better known systems, and is regarded by many as the best.. there are plenty of alternatives..
The cheapest at the moment is one called the navigo from ebuyer, at 拢49.95 including delivery...
Better still, as it runs on Windows CE, it is easy to install tomtom on it... so it works exactly the same as tomtom, but at half the cost... it also plays MP3's and MP4 videos..
I have one, and it is running tomtom 6 very successfully.|||tom tom
Some satnav systems don't automatically recalculate %26amp; you have to stop %26amp; reset them, otherwise they still tell you to turn round even if you rejoin their original route further on.
You'll always hear stories of directions being out of date, for example ending up in a pub car-park as you've been directed to a bridge across a river (it was the Severn) that no longer exists. But the map databases are constantly being updated so this sort of thing shouldn't be a regular problem, but it will happen from time to time on any system. The important thing is that you can update the software easily.
As satnavs develop, more stuff will be added. There is another (rather expensive) system that updates as you drive to avoid traffic jams, but unless you're white van man on time bonus rates, you probably won't find the extra investment worth it just yet. The French already have randonees available for walkers, not likely yet in the UK, but the possibilities are limitless.
You may also find some of the other features useful, like a warning that you're speeding %26amp; it tells you where all the fixed safety cameras are, but don't get overconfident as it can't detect ad hoc speedtraps.
You pay your money %26amp; take your choice, then get used to the way it works on routes you know before relying on it.|||tom tom go 720 rules!|||I have the cheapest one on the market... tomtom1 and it even has blue tooth!
it is a great gps the best for the money at the moment.
$149 future shop.
Canada|||Whilst tomtom is one of the better known systems, and is regarded by many as the best.. there are plenty of alternatives..
The cheapest at the moment is one called the navigo from ebuyer, at 拢49.95 including delivery...
Better still, as it runs on Windows CE, it is easy to install tomtom on it... so it works exactly the same as tomtom, but at half the cost... it also plays MP3's and MP4 videos..
I have one, and it is running tomtom 6 very successfully.|||tom tom
How do i watch television on my psp?
i have recently heard that you can watch t.v on your psp and have satellite navigation on it. how do i do this?|||Well you can use remote play and the ps3 tv feutrue to stream tv or use a location free base player (something like 拢200) and stream tv to your PSP that way, as for sat nav yes there is add-on you buy which connects via the usb port and allows for you to use your PSP as a sat nav system.|||i dont think you can
Is there a bike with built-in computer sensor for heart rate, calorie burn, distance, average speed etc?
I would like to buy a good touring bicycle available with sensors similar to those on some exercise bikes that pick up your pulse from the hand-held grips, give you feedback on your heart rate, the calories you have burned, the distance you have covered and your average speed. Alternatively, is there a good quality and easy to fit add-on to my bicycle, perhaps one that includes satellite navigation?|||Unfortunately there are no bikes or wheels with built in sensors. The reason is that everyone likes something different when it comes to this. There are so many aftermarket computers to track mileage, speed, etc. that it may take you a while to figure out exactly what you need. Computers from Cateye are great and offer a full range of cycling measurement. Polar brand adds heart rate monitoring and other measurements of your bodies performance. They tend to be more expensive. There are no integrated GPSs yet. But i'd imagine they are coming down the road.
My personal preference is toward wireless computers. They are easy to install and don't clutter your bike with more wires.|||Yes there is, a gps manufacturer makes a couple of models that monitor heart beat, speed, mileage, etc. Go to ebay and search gps bike monitor or gps bike
My personal preference is toward wireless computers. They are easy to install and don't clutter your bike with more wires.|||Yes there is, a gps manufacturer makes a couple of models that monitor heart beat, speed, mileage, etc. Go to ebay and search gps bike monitor or gps bike
What shall i get my sister and her husband for Christmas?
Last to last christmas i gave them a scented candle for their bathroom,
last christmas me and my brother gave them an expensive satellite navigation using our own money.
|||Hello Jessy mate. :-) :-D
Give them a romantic christmas dayout offer
or cook them a meal
or let jon teach them about christmas
or i dunno|||It's cheesy but you can buy a star and put it in their name. I named a star after my brother that died, and my parents absolutely loved it. It's a cheesy romantic idea. Just search google. I think i chose the international star something or other. make sure it's legit!|||browse http://www.blueunplugged.com/p.aspx?p=12鈥?/a>
For siister's husband and let him enjoy. get http://www.blueunplugged.com/p.aspx?p=13鈥?/a> for sisiter to get engaged in boring time.|||Give a personalised gift. Check out this site:
http://www.mypersonalisedgifts.com
They have gifts you can personalise as well as really original and unique presents. Really worth a root around! I love their site!|||Romantic jazzy music, those chocolate chip in the produce section your can microwave and dip strawberries in, and a big warm fleece blanket to cuddle in. |||look at whats showing at there nearest theatre perhaps buy them tickets for a show.
http://www.aboutbritain.com/theatre/_list-shows.asp|||Maybe you and your brother can go in on another "together" gift.
Gift card to a restraunt?
last christmas me and my brother gave them an expensive satellite navigation using our own money.
|||Hello Jessy mate. :-) :-D
Give them a romantic christmas dayout offer
or cook them a meal
or let jon teach them about christmas
or i dunno|||It's cheesy but you can buy a star and put it in their name. I named a star after my brother that died, and my parents absolutely loved it. It's a cheesy romantic idea. Just search google. I think i chose the international star something or other. make sure it's legit!|||browse http://www.blueunplugged.com/p.aspx?p=12鈥?/a>
For siister's husband and let him enjoy. get http://www.blueunplugged.com/p.aspx?p=13鈥?/a> for sisiter to get engaged in boring time.|||Give a personalised gift. Check out this site:
http://www.mypersonalisedgifts.com
They have gifts you can personalise as well as really original and unique presents. Really worth a root around! I love their site!|||Romantic jazzy music, those chocolate chip in the produce section your can microwave and dip strawberries in, and a big warm fleece blanket to cuddle in. |||look at whats showing at there nearest theatre perhaps buy them tickets for a show.
http://www.aboutbritain.com/theatre/_list-shows.asp|||Maybe you and your brother can go in on another "together" gift.
Gift card to a restraunt?
Why doesn't GPS navigation work without internet connection (Ovi Maps Nokia) ?
Actually i have a Nokia E5 and i think it comes with free navigation ... So, i downloaded free maps from Maps Loader for my country and guidance and stuff but the navigation doesn't work without an internet connection , so i want it with satellites not internet ... How can i solve this ?|||GPS works without internet connection,but it is a complex process,so it takes time(5-10 mins in open areas)
however,if u have internet,assisted gps(a-gps) kicks in,where your phone sends the gps data to a server,and server does the work for your phone,and gives your phone information about its location.now,servers are much more powerful than your phone's processor,so they do it quickly|||find out for sure if it does have ovi maps lifetime navigation coz its supposed to work regardless of internet connection. Im not sure if a low end phone like the e5 has it, check ur owners manual and the box it came in if u still have it.|||it does work but it fooooooooorever to find yor location, you can see the maps with no internet though
however,if u have internet,assisted gps(a-gps) kicks in,where your phone sends the gps data to a server,and server does the work for your phone,and gives your phone information about its location.now,servers are much more powerful than your phone's processor,so they do it quickly|||find out for sure if it does have ovi maps lifetime navigation coz its supposed to work regardless of internet connection. Im not sure if a low end phone like the e5 has it, check ur owners manual and the box it came in if u still have it.|||it does work but it fooooooooorever to find yor location, you can see the maps with no internet though
Why doesn't GPS navigation work without internet connection (Ovi Maps Nokia) ?
Actually i have a Nokia E5 and i think it comes with free navigation ... So, i downloaded free maps from Maps Loader for my country and guidance and stuff but the navigation doesn't work without an internet connection , so i want it with satellites not internet ... How can i solve this ?|||In options choose Offline or No Internet...
How do i configure a toshiba laptop for me to access the internet wirelessly (dynabook satellite 2250 SA60C 4C?
I cannot locate the WIFI tool in the system... what's the navigation to locate it and how can I I enable it?|||First and foremost, you need to purchase the software. Either Trendnet, D-link, Dynex or Linksy or others of your choice. Install the driver, when prompted, insert the card or USB which ever it comes with. Follow all instructions in the installation process and re-start the computer when the installation is completed for it to take effect.
When purchasing ask for a wireless PCMCIA card with IEEE 802.11 b/a/g/ or b/g/n/ the one with the[ N ] has a longer range. When you have finished the above-mentioned, you are ready to go on the internet. Just open your internet browser.
Good luck!
When purchasing ask for a wireless PCMCIA card with IEEE 802.11 b/a/g/ or b/g/n/ the one with the[ N ] has a longer range. When you have finished the above-mentioned, you are ready to go on the internet. Just open your internet browser.
Good luck!
Can i use my RAC navigation in another country out of UK?
My RAC nav got a memry card.Will i receive satellite in anoth country?|||depends on the model.
some are made for international some only UK, check with RAC.
it may be that you yu can download the international maps and they will work on your model.
some are made for international some only UK, check with RAC.
it may be that you yu can download the international maps and they will work on your model.
Brought a faulty car form a dealer, what are my rights?
17 days ago I brought a BMW 5 Series for a car dealer (AutoPlanet) and the employee salesperson said that the car had Satellite navigation and it was even displayed on the car itself, however when getting the car home we found out that it doesn't actually have Navigation and Handsfree bluetooth like the salesperson said. What are my consumer rights?|||In the UK, I duno, I'm in the US.
But you posted "We found..."
Hopefully, you had someone w/ you who witnessed the saleperson's statement and could be your witness in court if need be.
The retail auto industry in the US is riddled w/ fraud and incompetence, and that's complicated by 50 different sets of state laws that apply.
Every, or almost every US state has Small Claims Courts with simplified procedures for situations like yours.
Hopefully, it was an oversight by the seller and they'l fix it.
If not, I'd sue and notify the regulators like consumer protection agencies on various levels of govt.
But I'm suspicious of oversight situations that benefit the seller. In the US, I'd always have someone w/ me in car shopping to act as a witness.
And in taking a vehicle in for service to be a witness for its condition, ie, no torn-off bumpers or out-side mirrors, gouges in the body, battery acid spilled on seats %26amp; carpet, etc etc.
And I'd demand a very detailed Bill of Sale itemizing what's included.|||The car was not sold as described to you. Since you purchased the vehicle following the salesman's description you should be entitled to a refund. Check out a website called honest-john. If you like the car otherwise then go back and see if some kind of a deal can be done. all of the cars controls should have been shown to you working before you left the forecourt.|||Get yourself to your local Trading Standards and tell them your story . Do take your recite and any paperwork you have like the advert you saw the car for sale with you . They will sort them out for you.
But you posted "We found..."
Hopefully, you had someone w/ you who witnessed the saleperson's statement and could be your witness in court if need be.
The retail auto industry in the US is riddled w/ fraud and incompetence, and that's complicated by 50 different sets of state laws that apply.
Every, or almost every US state has Small Claims Courts with simplified procedures for situations like yours.
Hopefully, it was an oversight by the seller and they'l fix it.
If not, I'd sue and notify the regulators like consumer protection agencies on various levels of govt.
But I'm suspicious of oversight situations that benefit the seller. In the US, I'd always have someone w/ me in car shopping to act as a witness.
And in taking a vehicle in for service to be a witness for its condition, ie, no torn-off bumpers or out-side mirrors, gouges in the body, battery acid spilled on seats %26amp; carpet, etc etc.
And I'd demand a very detailed Bill of Sale itemizing what's included.|||The car was not sold as described to you. Since you purchased the vehicle following the salesman's description you should be entitled to a refund. Check out a website called honest-john. If you like the car otherwise then go back and see if some kind of a deal can be done. all of the cars controls should have been shown to you working before you left the forecourt.|||Get yourself to your local Trading Standards and tell them your story . Do take your recite and any paperwork you have like the advert you saw the car for sale with you . They will sort them out for you.
Why don't navigation systems have to face the southern sky?
Since satellite dishes have to face the southern sky, and they both use the same satellites, why don't navaigations systems also have to face the southern skies?|||Navigation satellites are not in geosynchronous orbit but in lower altitude inclined orbits. The receiver needs several satellites to be visible in different directions in order to triangulate your position.|||Hi. Most navigation satellites are equatorial based. Some are not, such as the "Iridium" telecommunication system. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iridium_(sa鈥?/a> So those antennas in the northern hemisphere DO tend to face south (towards the equator).|||The GPS satellites are not the same as the communications satellites in geosynchronous orbit. GPS satellites are in lower orbits, and their gerater signal strength means that a directional dish antenna isn't needed.|||You have confused geostationary communication satellites, which are in a ring above earth's equator, with GPS satellites, which are in various orbits, not geostationary, and with various inclinations (tilts).|||Most communications satellites are in Geosynchronous orbit, which is directly over the equator. If you were south of the equator, the antennas point north. At the Equator, they point straight up. The angle of the dish is equal to the latitude you are at on the earth.
http://science.nasa.gov/realtime/rocket_鈥?/a>
The longitude determines how much they point to the left or right of vertical to where the satellite is in the sky.
'GPS' positioning systems work by picking up signals from at least two satellites of the many overhead. Which can be at any angle.
http://www.nasm.si.edu/exhibitions/gps/w鈥?/a>|||Wrong. Satellite dishes face the equatorial sky.
http://science.nasa.gov/realtime/rocket_鈥?/a>
The longitude determines how much they point to the left or right of vertical to where the satellite is in the sky.
'GPS' positioning systems work by picking up signals from at least two satellites of the many overhead. Which can be at any angle.
http://www.nasm.si.edu/exhibitions/gps/w鈥?/a>|||Wrong. Satellite dishes face the equatorial sky.
How has Physics influenced technology?
I need some help in a paper that i want to write. How has physics influenced or improved technology? For example in transport there has been the the introduction of jet engines, electric cars and satellite navigation systems. Any more tips?|||There are a host of applications.
!.Medical-X-rays,Sonography,Thermometer,鈥?get some good book on Physiology or a Book on Medical Physics.
2.Engineering-Electric power Generation,Computers,Radio,Television and all the entertainment electronics,Hydraulics ,LASER,MASER,etc.
3.Materials:the Solid Stae Physics has helped in developing new kinds of materials used in engineering applications such as Semicoductors,superconductors,LED,LCD,et鈥?br>
4.Nuclear Physics-Nuclear Power,Nuclear Weapons,
These are just the samples.An Encyclopedia give yiu more answers.
IVAN|||high and more powerful cranes, very powerful pumps that pump cement concrete to very huge heights, floating cranes, launching of a rocket (third law of motion), the rides in a amusement park and many more.... if you need more examples, e-mail me....
!.Medical-X-rays,Sonography,Thermometer,鈥?get some good book on Physiology or a Book on Medical Physics.
2.Engineering-Electric power Generation,Computers,Radio,Television and all the entertainment electronics,Hydraulics ,LASER,MASER,etc.
3.Materials:the Solid Stae Physics has helped in developing new kinds of materials used in engineering applications such as Semicoductors,superconductors,LED,LCD,et鈥?br>
4.Nuclear Physics-Nuclear Power,Nuclear Weapons,
These are just the samples.An Encyclopedia give yiu more answers.
IVAN|||high and more powerful cranes, very powerful pumps that pump cement concrete to very huge heights, floating cranes, launching of a rocket (third law of motion), the rides in a amusement park and many more.... if you need more examples, e-mail me....
Why doesn't every private hire/taxi driver carry a Sat Nav device?
I know that nowadays many taxis do have satellite navigation, but I had a hackney carriage a couple of weeks ago who did not know the place I was going to in the town! I couldn't help either as I was a visitor, so the driver was stopping every so often to ask passers-by for directions-not what you need in a rush!
Is there any reason (other than cost, that would be recouped in the long run in time petrol from fewer incorrect routes taken) why licensing authorities shouldn't insist on sat nav for every taxi/private hire driver?|||coz they cost money and as you all know-taxi drivers are tighter than a ducks rear end!|||I asked a question about taxi drivers not knowing where they were going have a look, interesting!!
http://uk.answers.yahoo.com/question/ind鈥?/a>|||i thought not knowing where you want to go, having foul smelling cabs, taking the most indirect route and feigning a lack of knowledge of the local lingua-franca was compulsory for taxi drivers. it is here|||I agree with you that every taxi should be fitted with one.|||Well I would have got out and seeked another taxi.
He was obviously an imposter something nasty could have happened to you.
You have to be careful when excepting lifts from strangers.|||A good taxi driver should know his routes and not rely on a satnav. Haven't you heard about all the disasters that have occurred when ambulance %26amp; lorry drivers have relied on them %26amp; ended up miles away from where they intended or stuck up a narrow lane somewhere?|||cos they dont know how to use one,,,
Is there any reason (other than cost, that would be recouped in the long run in time petrol from fewer incorrect routes taken) why licensing authorities shouldn't insist on sat nav for every taxi/private hire driver?|||coz they cost money and as you all know-taxi drivers are tighter than a ducks rear end!|||I asked a question about taxi drivers not knowing where they were going have a look, interesting!!
http://uk.answers.yahoo.com/question/ind鈥?/a>|||i thought not knowing where you want to go, having foul smelling cabs, taking the most indirect route and feigning a lack of knowledge of the local lingua-franca was compulsory for taxi drivers. it is here|||I agree with you that every taxi should be fitted with one.|||Well I would have got out and seeked another taxi.
He was obviously an imposter something nasty could have happened to you.
You have to be careful when excepting lifts from strangers.|||A good taxi driver should know his routes and not rely on a satnav. Haven't you heard about all the disasters that have occurred when ambulance %26amp; lorry drivers have relied on them %26amp; ended up miles away from where they intended or stuck up a narrow lane somewhere?|||cos they dont know how to use one,,,
How can I get the GPS screen of a 2007 Acura TL S to also play DVDs and recieve satellite signals to watch TV?
I heard that there's some kind of chip that I can buy so that I could have everything on just the built-in navigation screen. I would like to get this done to my sister's car before Christmas. I would appreciate any information that might help me get this.|||Just another urban legend.|||Actually, it isn't an urban legend.
A good number of people have been able to successfully modify their Acura TL navigation systems to play DVDs, route to a car PC, or connect with a slingbox to receive satellite TV (since a true satellite receiver is large and expensive)
A good place to start: acurazine!
(look at source)
good luck!
I will say though, the Acura TL's navigation system and electronics are very complex and wires are routed from front to back. With the '07, it's gotten even more complex, with the rear view camera and XM navtraffic receiver!|||I thought you would need a flat sattilite dish on your car like some people have from Direct TV on their Excursions and Suburbans, but WHY WOULD YOU DO THAT WHILE DRIVING? People that have these are for the back seat passengers... THAT IS RECKLESS!!!!!
A good number of people have been able to successfully modify their Acura TL navigation systems to play DVDs, route to a car PC, or connect with a slingbox to receive satellite TV (since a true satellite receiver is large and expensive)
A good place to start: acurazine!
(look at source)
good luck!
I will say though, the Acura TL's navigation system and electronics are very complex and wires are routed from front to back. With the '07, it's gotten even more complex, with the rear view camera and XM navtraffic receiver!|||I thought you would need a flat sattilite dish on your car like some people have from Direct TV on their Excursions and Suburbans, but WHY WOULD YOU DO THAT WHILE DRIVING? People that have these are for the back seat passengers... THAT IS RECKLESS!!!!!
What parts do I need for my XM Ready car to start receiving XM?
The car is a XM Ready 2006 Honda Civic 4 door sedan EX with satellite navigation. The stereo is the original from the dealership.
From the Honda website "XM Ready audio system is pre-wired to accept the dealer installed accessory XM Satellite Radio hardware." I need to know what that hardware consists of.|||Did you purchase the XM option from the dealer when you bought the car? If not, you could always go back and have them do it. That would look the best, the cleanest with the least amount of wires around, or you could take it to Best Buy and have them install it for you. Either way after that the only equipment you need is a credit card.
Good Luck!
There are four parts to the honda xm accessory kit - here are the part numbers, I just found this for you on e-bay.
XM SATELLITE RADIO PN # 08A15-EX5-000
XM RADIO ANTENNA PN # 08A15-EX5-100B
XM RADIO ATTACHMENT PN # 08B15-SNA-100
XM AUDIO SUB-HARNESS (2-PORT) PN # 08A31-0F1-000|||you need to call the 1 800 number to get a membership and then they will tell you how to program it. and if you don't already have one: you need a cigergrette lighter adapter
From the Honda website "XM Ready audio system is pre-wired to accept the dealer installed accessory XM Satellite Radio hardware." I need to know what that hardware consists of.|||Did you purchase the XM option from the dealer when you bought the car? If not, you could always go back and have them do it. That would look the best, the cleanest with the least amount of wires around, or you could take it to Best Buy and have them install it for you. Either way after that the only equipment you need is a credit card.
Good Luck!
There are four parts to the honda xm accessory kit - here are the part numbers, I just found this for you on e-bay.
XM SATELLITE RADIO PN # 08A15-EX5-000
XM RADIO ANTENNA PN # 08A15-EX5-100B
XM RADIO ATTACHMENT PN # 08B15-SNA-100
XM AUDIO SUB-HARNESS (2-PORT) PN # 08A31-0F1-000|||you need to call the 1 800 number to get a membership and then they will tell you how to program it. and if you don't already have one: you need a cigergrette lighter adapter
Does anyone knowe a good Car hire company in the USA?
We're going in September to California and we were after a convertible for 2 weeks, to be picked up from San Francisco and dropped off in Vegas. We also needed two extra drivers and Satellite Navigation.
I'm having trouble finding a site that offers all of this.
Thank you!|||as others have mentioned, Dollar and Alamo are both good companies to try. Last time we went to the USA we booked a car with www.yescarhire.com and got very good rates.|||Have you tried Alamo?|||Try Enterprise - they've always come through for me.|||hertz are good get the shelby mustang convertible|||I have used Hertz and Dollar in the U.S and both companies were good although Dollar seemed to have the cleaner cars,they also do drop off at another destination to the pick up point,but I think they all will if they have an office in your destination point.How about the Chrysler Sebring Convertible...so pretty and a little bigger than the Mustang convertible
I'm having trouble finding a site that offers all of this.
Thank you!|||as others have mentioned, Dollar and Alamo are both good companies to try. Last time we went to the USA we booked a car with www.yescarhire.com and got very good rates.|||Have you tried Alamo?|||Try Enterprise - they've always come through for me.|||hertz are good get the shelby mustang convertible|||I have used Hertz and Dollar in the U.S and both companies were good although Dollar seemed to have the cleaner cars,they also do drop off at another destination to the pick up point,but I think they all will if they have an office in your destination point.How about the Chrysler Sebring Convertible...so pretty and a little bigger than the Mustang convertible
Where does all the information on the Internet come from?
I thought it was via satellite, but a relative says not, because it needs a telephone line? When buying a Satellite navigation system it has to be left outdoors for a period of time to line up with satellite? That's when the conversation began! I had visions of all my deleted e-mails floating around in the Universe?? what does happen to our deletes? This is why I am named Techno blonde!|||you said satelite.. remember that you are talking about GPS navigation which is nothing more than..
A radio that gets messages from different satelites then it takes the message it "Heard" and uses some math and gets your postition on earth. the more satelites the better the postition it "figures" for you.
the internet which is on your computer i.e. your deleted email.. is "housed" in different areas. the internet is carried basicly by special wires/fiber optics accross the US.. at all major cities the wire/fiber optics are then "broken" off for that cities so you can get local carriers who bring it to your house..
I have very over simplified the internet but I was just trying to explan the differences that you asked.|||All the stuff you see on your computer screen are just some electrical signals arranged in an meaningful order that are represented by 1's and 0's. So the deleted data means removed electrical signals which were stored in the computer.
By the way the WWW or the world wide web is the total network of computers in the globe. which could be inter connected by telephone lines, satellites, optic cables, etc... So Internet is the small portion of the WWW. That is consisted of Pictures and other stuff. So there's your answer hope you are happy.|||The information came from powerful computers called servers. These servers are stored on earth.
When you delete an email, the computer just makes itself know that more disk space is available. The email may not be completely gone from the computer until the space is override.|||your question seems confused?
do you mean where does all the information come from thats posted on the web or where does how does the information get to me?
A radio that gets messages from different satelites then it takes the message it "Heard" and uses some math and gets your postition on earth. the more satelites the better the postition it "figures" for you.
the internet which is on your computer i.e. your deleted email.. is "housed" in different areas. the internet is carried basicly by special wires/fiber optics accross the US.. at all major cities the wire/fiber optics are then "broken" off for that cities so you can get local carriers who bring it to your house..
I have very over simplified the internet but I was just trying to explan the differences that you asked.|||All the stuff you see on your computer screen are just some electrical signals arranged in an meaningful order that are represented by 1's and 0's. So the deleted data means removed electrical signals which were stored in the computer.
By the way the WWW or the world wide web is the total network of computers in the globe. which could be inter connected by telephone lines, satellites, optic cables, etc... So Internet is the small portion of the WWW. That is consisted of Pictures and other stuff. So there's your answer hope you are happy.|||The information came from powerful computers called servers. These servers are stored on earth.
When you delete an email, the computer just makes itself know that more disk space is available. The email may not be completely gone from the computer until the space is override.|||your question seems confused?
do you mean where does all the information come from thats posted on the web or where does how does the information get to me?
What two instruments made navigation much easier in the 1900s?
A. Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) and two-way radio
B. The chronometer and the astrolab
C. The cross-staff and the compass.
D. The chronometer and the compass.|||Both radio and GPS were invented before 1999, and that counts as part of the 1900s, so I say A.|||D|||GPS wasnt invented til the 1990s
The compas was around for centuries before 1900.
the only answer left is B, even though i have no idea what an astrolab is|||A.|||B. because both of these instruments were implemented greatly in the 1900's while the cross staff was common in the 1600's and compass has been around since who knows when.
B. The chronometer and the astrolab
C. The cross-staff and the compass.
D. The chronometer and the compass.|||Both radio and GPS were invented before 1999, and that counts as part of the 1900s, so I say A.|||D|||GPS wasnt invented til the 1990s
The compas was around for centuries before 1900.
the only answer left is B, even though i have no idea what an astrolab is|||A.|||B. because both of these instruments were implemented greatly in the 1900's while the cross staff was common in the 1600's and compass has been around since who knows when.
Where can I download Renault Carminat maps?
Hi,
I recently bought a 2002 Vel Satis with built-in Satellite Navigation, but the disc did not come with the car.
I've googled it and come across nothing but websites that make you sign up for something, or download a pathetic software programme or sign up for a trial etc first.
Can anyone please offer a direct link, or something similar.
Much appreciated, thanks.|||I think it might be a TomTom system. If it is then you are restricted to buying from TomTom or renault dealers. If the disk was missing then the seller ought to have supplied it or given you a discount for the missing bit|||2002 model it will be a Renault Carminat system. The drive will be in the boot or under the seat. To update it contact Navteq who can supply the discs. I did for my Clio Renaultsport 182 which has the same system. It is definitely NOT a TOM TOM these were hardly out back in 2002!!!
I recently bought a 2002 Vel Satis with built-in Satellite Navigation, but the disc did not come with the car.
I've googled it and come across nothing but websites that make you sign up for something, or download a pathetic software programme or sign up for a trial etc first.
Can anyone please offer a direct link, or something similar.
Much appreciated, thanks.|||I think it might be a TomTom system. If it is then you are restricted to buying from TomTom or renault dealers. If the disk was missing then the seller ought to have supplied it or given you a discount for the missing bit|||2002 model it will be a Renault Carminat system. The drive will be in the boot or under the seat. To update it contact Navteq who can supply the discs. I did for my Clio Renaultsport 182 which has the same system. It is definitely NOT a TOM TOM these were hardly out back in 2002!!!
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Hi fellow seniors, do you have a good sense of direction?
In the navigating sense.
I've a poor sense of direction and often get flummoxed when leaving a shop and wonder which was the way in.
Hubby is a little better than me but we do occasionally get lost in the car even on a short journey.
So I was wondering do you think we would benefit from a Satellite Navigation System (I've heard they're not infallible) or just buy an up to date road map, what do you think?|||No.....My wife changes the furniture in the bedroom so often that when I get up during the night to visit the smallest room, i've forgotten where the bed is when I get back to the room. My knee is now used mainly as a device for locating hard wooden objects in the dark.|||I usually EVENTUALLY manage to get where I want to go....although, sometimes, with new streets being built and old streets not going where they used to go....it does involve some wandering around. I must like it more than I would like to admit, as do carry one of those spiral-bound city mapbooks in my trunk, but hardly ever stop the car, get out, get the mapbook, and figure out where I am.
As long as the sun is shining, I can at least figure out what is east or west....cloudy days is an entirely different matter.
My car is an old one, and what I would like to have is not necessarily that navigational system thing...but more the thing that notifies someone if the car dies, or has a wreck, or helps police to locate my car if I disappear and someone in my family figures out that something is wrong %26amp; calls for help to figure out where me and my car have gotten to.
As you can tell from my answer, I am far from a technological whiz-kid, but it does seem that the system...if it includes that "homing beam" thingie seems like a good idea to me. Get it and get a new map, too.|||Yes and my step son's sat nav drives me crazy! He uses it even when the journey is from A to B on the motorway and the only choice you have to make is to follow the directions to the Airport and then keep on until you see the signs for your exit, which you already know. Not only that, his sat nav speaks Turkish! If I hear 'U莽 kilometre sonra, direk.' (In three kilometres, straight on) once more, I'll scream! Especially since direk isn't even correct Turkish for straight on - it's just navigation speak.
I do, however, sometimes get lost in buildings, but that's nothing to do with age. I always did.|||The GPS systems do work; I've seen them in action. My sense of direction has always been good, that is, until we moved to the last town we lived in. It is situated right off the highway, just before the highway goes from straight north to north west. Consequently, every time I get off at that exit, I'm lost as far as direction goes. What is actually east/west always seems like north/south to me. It's just that particular town; any place else my sense of direction kicks in pretty well.|||My husband occasionally loses his way, but rarely. He travels on his job so he has to have a sense of direction. I do pretty good. I know my north south east and west most times to keep me halfway straight. lol We don't have any GPS in our vehicle, as we do not need it for the little traveling we do. My husband will have a new company vehicle in the Spring and it will be equipped with the GPS. I think if you do a lot of traveling, it is a good idea.|||I live in a state that looks like a giant quilt from an airplane. Most roads run north-south or east-west because of the crops. It's usually a mile to the next intersection. While I'm in Iowa, I have a perfect sense of direction. However, I lived in Marietta, GA for a few years where the roads follow old paths, I heard. I couldn't tell which way I was headed. The sun and constellations came in handy a few times.|||I do but my husband does not.He is impulsive about guessing directions on roads,in shops etc %26amp; often wrong which infuriates me so I generally take over all the navigation.One of my sisters has never been able to tell left from right which is worrying when she drives.|||I was told in the Armed Forces (where they would take us out into the swamp and give us a map and a compass and coordinates to find using just those two things) that I have the homing instincts of the best pigeons! They couldn't "lose me" no matter what they did--including blindfolding me to try to make sure I couldn't "see" where I was going. I always seem to know exactly where North is. Maybe I have a high level of magnetite in my brain? That would also help explain why I become so dizzy during earthquakes!
http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/鈥?/a>|||If you purchase the SNS may l suggest that you do not program it to your place of residence. Read on the net that guys broke into a car parked at a football game because they saw the GPS on the dash. Clicked it to home and with a three hour lead they robbed the place. Think about it?|||I have no sense of direction. My father used to say that I couldn't find my way out of a wet paper bag with a road map. The GPS systems are great for some, but I'm told not totally reliable. If construction changes things, the GPS doesn't know that|||I have a terrible sense of direction.Once I leave my right and left hand I'm on Mapquest. That is why I do not have a sense of adventure in the form of traveling.Like my cats,I'm not comfortable outside familiar environments.|||I always thought that my sense of direction was good, esp if I have time to plan my route, but one evening last week I got 'lost' in my local Tesco car park just because I went in by a different entrance.|||Not to brag, but yes.
However, if you decide on a GPS - have a map handy, as backup. Better to have it, and don't need it, than need it, and don't have it.|||Thank goodness for sat nav in cars. If I am on holiday in a strange town/city, after coming out of a shop, I can never remember which direction I was going. ha ha. Maybe that's an age thing.|||No I have an appalling sense of direction..
even routes i`m familiar with..I am also hopeless at
reading maps I don't know how I ever get where I want to be.
I`m getting really hard of hearing so I cant use a sat nav..|||I have a good sense of direction but occasionally get confused with England's roundabouts and with U.S. cloverleafs if I'm in unfamiliar territory|||If you travel alot, yes. You can always stop and ask for directions too. Best wishes.|||Excellent.|||Just call me the get lost kid. I have a messed up sense of direction. Lol.|||Always been able to find my way If ever I can't I ask someone for directions.|||No, not at all. As a matter of fact, I could easily get turned around in a telephone booth !|||I travel a lot for work, as a result I rock.|||I must tell the truth, I have no sense of direction at all.|||Oh, heck no! Sometimes I am not even sure which way is up!|||You'll be well aware I'm the LAST person to brag - but (when not in pitch blackness) I must admit my sense of direction and map-reading skills are very, supremely EXCELLENT.
Straight up - I passed COURSES on reading ordnance survey maps under the watchful eye of the military brass- and even they were amazed at the way I could work out co-ordinates, bombing range, elevations and stuff - faster than they could reload or re-charge their batteries.
So - getting 'lost' on even our crazy road systems - twixt Betjeman's Rime Intrinsica, Fontmell Magna, Sturminster Newton and Melbury Bubb etc - has never been a problem.
But I hear SatNav stuff can screw up such sojourns something rotten - with Dutch. Belgian and/or Lithuanian lorry drivers causing havoc in our smaller hamlets.
Whenever wandering/exploring/discovering the English countryside, my wife's hopeless. hapless, pathetic map-reading deficiencies caused many an angry exchange.
Reading a map the right way up was asking too much - reading it upside down (N/S) threw her into a total tiswas - when asked "Left or right here ?"
However, happy days of fond recall - and I doubt SatNav have 'ironed out' all the usual teething problems. And will never cope with road signs reading NO this, NO that and NONE of the other, etc.
Where I reside, our Parish Councillors have used some of our Ip in the 拢 of Council Taxes - to pay for NO HOSPITAL PARKING in our by-roads. Official looking - they're nonetheless illegal - so patrolling Town Road Planning OFFICERS keep knocking them over. They're not 'empowered' to take them away - but in case they're ever tempted to, our local Parish Reps have recently spent more - to padlock such unofficial signs to the official street signs.
Power to the people !!!
I doubt the day will ever come when SatNav or whoever will ever cope with such things - never mind a maverick 'local' erecting SIGNS of his/her own design - redirecting unwanted traffic up the back end of beyond.
; ))
I've a poor sense of direction and often get flummoxed when leaving a shop and wonder which was the way in.
Hubby is a little better than me but we do occasionally get lost in the car even on a short journey.
So I was wondering do you think we would benefit from a Satellite Navigation System (I've heard they're not infallible) or just buy an up to date road map, what do you think?|||No.....My wife changes the furniture in the bedroom so often that when I get up during the night to visit the smallest room, i've forgotten where the bed is when I get back to the room. My knee is now used mainly as a device for locating hard wooden objects in the dark.|||I usually EVENTUALLY manage to get where I want to go....although, sometimes, with new streets being built and old streets not going where they used to go....it does involve some wandering around. I must like it more than I would like to admit, as do carry one of those spiral-bound city mapbooks in my trunk, but hardly ever stop the car, get out, get the mapbook, and figure out where I am.
As long as the sun is shining, I can at least figure out what is east or west....cloudy days is an entirely different matter.
My car is an old one, and what I would like to have is not necessarily that navigational system thing...but more the thing that notifies someone if the car dies, or has a wreck, or helps police to locate my car if I disappear and someone in my family figures out that something is wrong %26amp; calls for help to figure out where me and my car have gotten to.
As you can tell from my answer, I am far from a technological whiz-kid, but it does seem that the system...if it includes that "homing beam" thingie seems like a good idea to me. Get it and get a new map, too.|||Yes and my step son's sat nav drives me crazy! He uses it even when the journey is from A to B on the motorway and the only choice you have to make is to follow the directions to the Airport and then keep on until you see the signs for your exit, which you already know. Not only that, his sat nav speaks Turkish! If I hear 'U莽 kilometre sonra, direk.' (In three kilometres, straight on) once more, I'll scream! Especially since direk isn't even correct Turkish for straight on - it's just navigation speak.
I do, however, sometimes get lost in buildings, but that's nothing to do with age. I always did.|||The GPS systems do work; I've seen them in action. My sense of direction has always been good, that is, until we moved to the last town we lived in. It is situated right off the highway, just before the highway goes from straight north to north west. Consequently, every time I get off at that exit, I'm lost as far as direction goes. What is actually east/west always seems like north/south to me. It's just that particular town; any place else my sense of direction kicks in pretty well.|||My husband occasionally loses his way, but rarely. He travels on his job so he has to have a sense of direction. I do pretty good. I know my north south east and west most times to keep me halfway straight. lol We don't have any GPS in our vehicle, as we do not need it for the little traveling we do. My husband will have a new company vehicle in the Spring and it will be equipped with the GPS. I think if you do a lot of traveling, it is a good idea.|||I live in a state that looks like a giant quilt from an airplane. Most roads run north-south or east-west because of the crops. It's usually a mile to the next intersection. While I'm in Iowa, I have a perfect sense of direction. However, I lived in Marietta, GA for a few years where the roads follow old paths, I heard. I couldn't tell which way I was headed. The sun and constellations came in handy a few times.|||I do but my husband does not.He is impulsive about guessing directions on roads,in shops etc %26amp; often wrong which infuriates me so I generally take over all the navigation.One of my sisters has never been able to tell left from right which is worrying when she drives.|||I was told in the Armed Forces (where they would take us out into the swamp and give us a map and a compass and coordinates to find using just those two things) that I have the homing instincts of the best pigeons! They couldn't "lose me" no matter what they did--including blindfolding me to try to make sure I couldn't "see" where I was going. I always seem to know exactly where North is. Maybe I have a high level of magnetite in my brain? That would also help explain why I become so dizzy during earthquakes!
http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/鈥?/a>|||If you purchase the SNS may l suggest that you do not program it to your place of residence. Read on the net that guys broke into a car parked at a football game because they saw the GPS on the dash. Clicked it to home and with a three hour lead they robbed the place. Think about it?|||I have no sense of direction. My father used to say that I couldn't find my way out of a wet paper bag with a road map. The GPS systems are great for some, but I'm told not totally reliable. If construction changes things, the GPS doesn't know that|||I have a terrible sense of direction.Once I leave my right and left hand I'm on Mapquest. That is why I do not have a sense of adventure in the form of traveling.Like my cats,I'm not comfortable outside familiar environments.|||I always thought that my sense of direction was good, esp if I have time to plan my route, but one evening last week I got 'lost' in my local Tesco car park just because I went in by a different entrance.|||Not to brag, but yes.
However, if you decide on a GPS - have a map handy, as backup. Better to have it, and don't need it, than need it, and don't have it.|||Thank goodness for sat nav in cars. If I am on holiday in a strange town/city, after coming out of a shop, I can never remember which direction I was going. ha ha. Maybe that's an age thing.|||No I have an appalling sense of direction..
even routes i`m familiar with..I am also hopeless at
reading maps I don't know how I ever get where I want to be.
I`m getting really hard of hearing so I cant use a sat nav..|||I have a good sense of direction but occasionally get confused with England's roundabouts and with U.S. cloverleafs if I'm in unfamiliar territory|||If you travel alot, yes. You can always stop and ask for directions too. Best wishes.|||Excellent.|||Just call me the get lost kid. I have a messed up sense of direction. Lol.|||Always been able to find my way If ever I can't I ask someone for directions.|||No, not at all. As a matter of fact, I could easily get turned around in a telephone booth !|||I travel a lot for work, as a result I rock.|||I must tell the truth, I have no sense of direction at all.|||Oh, heck no! Sometimes I am not even sure which way is up!|||You'll be well aware I'm the LAST person to brag - but (when not in pitch blackness) I must admit my sense of direction and map-reading skills are very, supremely EXCELLENT.
Straight up - I passed COURSES on reading ordnance survey maps under the watchful eye of the military brass- and even they were amazed at the way I could work out co-ordinates, bombing range, elevations and stuff - faster than they could reload or re-charge their batteries.
So - getting 'lost' on even our crazy road systems - twixt Betjeman's Rime Intrinsica, Fontmell Magna, Sturminster Newton and Melbury Bubb etc - has never been a problem.
But I hear SatNav stuff can screw up such sojourns something rotten - with Dutch. Belgian and/or Lithuanian lorry drivers causing havoc in our smaller hamlets.
Whenever wandering/exploring/discovering the English countryside, my wife's hopeless. hapless, pathetic map-reading deficiencies caused many an angry exchange.
Reading a map the right way up was asking too much - reading it upside down (N/S) threw her into a total tiswas - when asked "Left or right here ?"
However, happy days of fond recall - and I doubt SatNav have 'ironed out' all the usual teething problems. And will never cope with road signs reading NO this, NO that and NONE of the other, etc.
Where I reside, our Parish Councillors have used some of our Ip in the 拢 of Council Taxes - to pay for NO HOSPITAL PARKING in our by-roads. Official looking - they're nonetheless illegal - so patrolling Town Road Planning OFFICERS keep knocking them over. They're not 'empowered' to take them away - but in case they're ever tempted to, our local Parish Reps have recently spent more - to padlock such unofficial signs to the official street signs.
Power to the people !!!
I doubt the day will ever come when SatNav or whoever will ever cope with such things - never mind a maverick 'local' erecting SIGNS of his/her own design - redirecting unwanted traffic up the back end of beyond.
; ))
Is it possible to upgrade my ipaq to Windows Mobile 2007?
I have an hp IPAQ h1940 running windows CE 4.20. I want to get some satellite navigation software to run on it, but I have read somewherethat in order to get the latest stuff I need to run the latest operating system.|||Windows mobile 2005 is the latest and i don't think you can upgrade like a pc. Pretty sure you should be able to get sat nav stuff for windows CE somewhere|||Jesus is the answer
Is there any free map software I can get for my laptop that doesn't require internet connection?
I don't need anything with GPS or satellite navigation, just a simple map I can use when on the go.
Thank you!|||MS Autoroute 2005 (you should be able to find a cd somewhere, although it is a bit old now, 2003 I think.).
You might be able to download a map from a friend's GPS.
Otherwise an A-Z map would be as good!|||I have a programme called AA Milemaster which I bought many years ago. Its loaded into the computer from a disc and you can plan and print out any route you are interested in. Don't know if you can still buy it as its really old now but why not Google it and see what comes up.|||i think there is a offline version fo google earth
Thank you!|||MS Autoroute 2005 (you should be able to find a cd somewhere, although it is a bit old now, 2003 I think.).
You might be able to download a map from a friend's GPS.
Otherwise an A-Z map would be as good!|||I have a programme called AA Milemaster which I bought many years ago. Its loaded into the computer from a disc and you can plan and print out any route you are interested in. Don't know if you can still buy it as its really old now but why not Google it and see what comes up.|||i think there is a offline version fo google earth
Navigation system?
Why Hyndai car can not put Satellite navigation system eventhough dealer fit option in Australia?
It is so silly.|||I wonder what that first idiot is talking about? Yeah, you might need a nav or gps on the worlds biggest island...which is like what 1/2 or 2/3rds the size of the USA? Anyway, I don't know why they don't have a nav system, but I'd rather get a GPS which costs $1000-1500 less and you can move it from car to car.|||Are you kidding - you need a garmin on a island?????
I mean really how hard can it be to find your way around on a island???????
http://maps.google.com/maps?tab=wl|||There are some limited editons of Hyundai whoch has a navigation system build in! the button for the switch is on the left of the sterring wheel! A Tom Tom wil also work in a Hyundai!|||go aftermarket your preminum will become an investment over time as you change cars but keep your nav system. just make sure you do your home work, as far as can the unit be updated,etc etc...
It is so silly.|||I wonder what that first idiot is talking about? Yeah, you might need a nav or gps on the worlds biggest island...which is like what 1/2 or 2/3rds the size of the USA? Anyway, I don't know why they don't have a nav system, but I'd rather get a GPS which costs $1000-1500 less and you can move it from car to car.|||Are you kidding - you need a garmin on a island?????
I mean really how hard can it be to find your way around on a island???????
http://maps.google.com/maps?tab=wl|||There are some limited editons of Hyundai whoch has a navigation system build in! the button for the switch is on the left of the sterring wheel! A Tom Tom wil also work in a Hyundai!|||go aftermarket your preminum will become an investment over time as you change cars but keep your nav system. just make sure you do your home work, as far as can the unit be updated,etc etc...
Ford Escape Hybrid 2009 w/ Microsoft Sync Navigation. Which wire on the back of the stereo is the VSS cable?
Ford Escape Hybrid 2009 w/ Microsoft Sync Navigation. Which wire on the back of the stereo is the VSS cable? I have seen the wiring for the 2008 model and it is different for the 2009. I even have the wiring diagrams for the three connectors going in to back of the navigation/audio unit but they do not clearly state which pin/cable is the VSS/Vehicle Speed Sensor. Below is the name of the 3 connectors and the circuit function for each pin.
C240A
AUDIO CONTROL MODULE (ACM)
Pin Circuit Gauge Circuit Function Qualifier
1 SBP39 (WH-RD) 16 FUSE - 39 OR CIRCUIT BREAKER
2 * * Not Used
3 DME07 (-) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # FRONT
4 * * Not Used
5 * * Not Used
6 * * Not Used
7 CME27 (YE-VT) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # ENABLE / CLIPPING
8 VME07 (WH) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER)
8 VME07 (WH) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER) AMPLIFIER
9 VME09 (WH-GN) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT REAR
9 VME09 (WH-GN) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT REAR AMPLIFIER
10 VME12 (BN-WH) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT REAR
10 VME12 (BN-WH) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT REAR AMPLIFIER
11 VME10 (WH-VT) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER)
11 VME10 (WH-VT) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER) AMPLIFIER
12 RME10 (WH-OG) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER)
12 RME10 (WH-OG) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER) AMPLIFIER
13 GD115 (BK-GY) 16 GROUND - CROSS CAR BEAM # 2ND STUD
13 GD115 (BK-GY) 18 GROUND - CROSS CAR BEAM # 2ND STUD AMPLIFIER
14 * * Not Used
15 CBP28 (GY-VT) 20 FUSE - 28 OR CIRCUIT BREAKER
16 RME24 (BU-WH) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SWITCH REDUNDANT AUDIO
16 RME54 (WH-VT) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SWITCH REDUNDANT AUDIO CDX6
17 VME54 (BU-OG) 22 SWITCH - REDUNDANT AUDIO
18 VME14 (GY-YE) 22 SWITCH - REDUNDANT AUDIO
19 RME24 (BU-WH) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SWITCH REDUNDANT AUDIO
20 * * Not Used
21 RME07 (WH-BN) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER)
22 RME09 (BN-YE) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT REAR
22 RME09 (BN-YE) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT REAR AMPLIFIER
23 RME12 (BN-BU) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT REAR
23 RME12 (BN-BU) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT REAR AMPLIFIER
24 DME09 (-) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # REAR
C240B
AUDIO CONTROL MODULE (ACM)
Pin Circuit Gauge Circuit Function Qualifier
1 VME52 (BU) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # APIM LEFT
1 VME41 (GN-OG) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SATELLITE DIGITAL RADIO LEFT EARLY PRODUCTION
2 RME52 (GY-OG) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # APIM
2 RME41 (BU-BN) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SATELLITE DIGITAL RADIO LEFT EARLY PRODUCTION
3 DME45 (NONE) 18 JACK - AUDIO # EXT. AUX IN
4 VMN14 (WH-VT) 22 CTRL MOD. - NAVIGATION # AUDIO OUT (MONO)
5 RMN14 (GY-BN) 22 CTRL MOD. - NAVIGATION # AUDIO OUT (MONO)
6 VME46 (BU-GN) 22 JACK - AUDIO # EXT. AUX IN RIGHT (+)
7 VME45 (BU) 22 JACK - AUDIO # EXT. AUX IN LEFT (+)
8 RME45 (YE-GN) 22 JACK - AUDIO # EXT. AUX IN LEFT (-)
9 VME53 (VT-GN) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # APIM
9 VME42 (VT-BN) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SATELLITE DIGITAL RADIO RIGHT EARLY PRODUCTION
10 RME53 (BN-WH) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # APIM
10 RME42 (YE-BU) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SATELLITE DIGITAL RADIO RIGHT EARLY PRODUCTION
11 VMN01 (BU-BN) 22 CTRL MOD. - NAVIGATION # MICROPHONE OUT
12 RMN01 (GN) 22 CTRL MOD. - NAVIGATION # MICROPHONE OUT
13 * * Not Used
14 RME46 (WH-GN) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SATELLITE DIGITAL RADIO RIGHT
15 VDB06 (GY-OG) 20 CONNECTOR - DIAGNOSTIC # CAN BUS MEDIUM SPEED HIGH
16 VDB07 (VT-OG) 20 CONNECTOR - DIAGNOSTIC # CAN BUS MEDIUM SPEED LOW
C240C
AUDIO CONTROL MODULE (ACM)
Pin Circuit Gauge Circuit Function Qualifier
1 VME22 (VT-GN) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SUBWOOFER/AMPLIFIER AUDIO +
2 RME22 (GN-WH) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SUBWOOFER/AMPLIFIER AUDIO -
3 DME22 (NONE) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SUBWOOFER/AMPLIFIER AUDIO
4 SME23 (VT-RD) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SUBWOOFER/AMPLIFIER ENABLE
5 * * Not Used
6 * * Not Used
7 * * Not Used
8 * * Not Used |||On newer cars very little is run over individual wires anymore it is just a message on the CAN bus instead. For instance instead of running a couple dozen wires in a thick bundle into the driver's door for the power windows, locks, mirrors, and sometimes seat you could potentially just run 4 wires with them being power, ground, CAN +, and CAN -. In your case I am guessing you want to disable the VSS input because some parts of the nav are locked out while the car is moving, right? Since a wire isn't actually labelled VSS I think you will find that the vehicle speed info is just a packet on the CAN bus and filtering it out would be difficult.
C240A
AUDIO CONTROL MODULE (ACM)
Pin Circuit Gauge Circuit Function Qualifier
1 SBP39 (WH-RD) 16 FUSE - 39 OR CIRCUIT BREAKER
2 * * Not Used
3 DME07 (-) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # FRONT
4 * * Not Used
5 * * Not Used
6 * * Not Used
7 CME27 (YE-VT) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # ENABLE / CLIPPING
8 VME07 (WH) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER)
8 VME07 (WH) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER) AMPLIFIER
9 VME09 (WH-GN) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT REAR
9 VME09 (WH-GN) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT REAR AMPLIFIER
10 VME12 (BN-WH) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT REAR
10 VME12 (BN-WH) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT REAR AMPLIFIER
11 VME10 (WH-VT) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER)
11 VME10 (WH-VT) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER) AMPLIFIER
12 RME10 (WH-OG) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER)
12 RME10 (WH-OG) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER) AMPLIFIER
13 GD115 (BK-GY) 16 GROUND - CROSS CAR BEAM # 2ND STUD
13 GD115 (BK-GY) 18 GROUND - CROSS CAR BEAM # 2ND STUD AMPLIFIER
14 * * Not Used
15 CBP28 (GY-VT) 20 FUSE - 28 OR CIRCUIT BREAKER
16 RME24 (BU-WH) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SWITCH REDUNDANT AUDIO
16 RME54 (WH-VT) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SWITCH REDUNDANT AUDIO CDX6
17 VME54 (BU-OG) 22 SWITCH - REDUNDANT AUDIO
18 VME14 (GY-YE) 22 SWITCH - REDUNDANT AUDIO
19 RME24 (BU-WH) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SWITCH REDUNDANT AUDIO
20 * * Not Used
21 RME07 (WH-BN) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT FRONT DOOR (WOOFER)
22 RME09 (BN-YE) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT REAR
22 RME09 (BN-YE) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER LEFT REAR AMPLIFIER
23 RME12 (BN-BU) 18 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT REAR
23 RME12 (BN-BU) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SPEAKER RIGHT REAR AMPLIFIER
24 DME09 (-) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # REAR
C240B
AUDIO CONTROL MODULE (ACM)
Pin Circuit Gauge Circuit Function Qualifier
1 VME52 (BU) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # APIM LEFT
1 VME41 (GN-OG) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SATELLITE DIGITAL RADIO LEFT EARLY PRODUCTION
2 RME52 (GY-OG) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # APIM
2 RME41 (BU-BN) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SATELLITE DIGITAL RADIO LEFT EARLY PRODUCTION
3 DME45 (NONE) 18 JACK - AUDIO # EXT. AUX IN
4 VMN14 (WH-VT) 22 CTRL MOD. - NAVIGATION # AUDIO OUT (MONO)
5 RMN14 (GY-BN) 22 CTRL MOD. - NAVIGATION # AUDIO OUT (MONO)
6 VME46 (BU-GN) 22 JACK - AUDIO # EXT. AUX IN RIGHT (+)
7 VME45 (BU) 22 JACK - AUDIO # EXT. AUX IN LEFT (+)
8 RME45 (YE-GN) 22 JACK - AUDIO # EXT. AUX IN LEFT (-)
9 VME53 (VT-GN) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # APIM
9 VME42 (VT-BN) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SATELLITE DIGITAL RADIO RIGHT EARLY PRODUCTION
10 RME53 (BN-WH) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # APIM
10 RME42 (YE-BU) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SATELLITE DIGITAL RADIO RIGHT EARLY PRODUCTION
11 VMN01 (BU-BN) 22 CTRL MOD. - NAVIGATION # MICROPHONE OUT
12 RMN01 (GN) 22 CTRL MOD. - NAVIGATION # MICROPHONE OUT
13 * * Not Used
14 RME46 (WH-GN) 22 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SATELLITE DIGITAL RADIO RIGHT
15 VDB06 (GY-OG) 20 CONNECTOR - DIAGNOSTIC # CAN BUS MEDIUM SPEED HIGH
16 VDB07 (VT-OG) 20 CONNECTOR - DIAGNOSTIC # CAN BUS MEDIUM SPEED LOW
C240C
AUDIO CONTROL MODULE (ACM)
Pin Circuit Gauge Circuit Function Qualifier
1 VME22 (VT-GN) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SUBWOOFER/AMPLIFIER AUDIO +
2 RME22 (GN-WH) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SUBWOOFER/AMPLIFIER AUDIO -
3 DME22 (NONE) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SUBWOOFER/AMPLIFIER AUDIO
4 SME23 (VT-RD) 20 CTRL MOD. - AUDIO # SUBWOOFER/AMPLIFIER ENABLE
5 * * Not Used
6 * * Not Used
7 * * Not Used
8 * * Not Used |||On newer cars very little is run over individual wires anymore it is just a message on the CAN bus instead. For instance instead of running a couple dozen wires in a thick bundle into the driver's door for the power windows, locks, mirrors, and sometimes seat you could potentially just run 4 wires with them being power, ground, CAN +, and CAN -. In your case I am guessing you want to disable the VSS input because some parts of the nav are locked out while the car is moving, right? Since a wire isn't actually labelled VSS I think you will find that the vehicle speed info is just a packet on the CAN bus and filtering it out would be difficult.
Rx8 2009 Navigation System?
Does the 2009 Type E Rx8 satellite navigation (maybe the whole central console) fit the 2004 model. I want to know if the console is the same size as the previous model and if i can make the wiring to the buttons so it will work as stock 2009 model? Thanks in advance!|||wrong size. incompatibility is the dreaded curse
How can a play a DVD in my car?
I have recently brought a Nissan Navara Aventura 2006 with the built in DVD Satellite Navigation system built in (fixed Screen) Does anyone know how i can play normal DVD's because i've tried inserting a DVD into the box (located underneath the drivers seat) and nothing happens. Thanks in advance|||you cant...the system isnt compatible.|||If the screen is in the dashboard, then it won't work as it's illegal to drive while watching so must only be visible to rear seat passengers. You should have screens on the back of the front seat head rests.|||DVD navigation + Screen does not mean DVD player. The Nav box below your seat is capable of reading a DVD but only knows what navigation files are. It does not have (for example: Media player/Divx/etc) movie capabilities.
In order for your screen to play a DVD you need to get a DVD player (one small enough that it will either fit in the trunk, under a seat, or in a glove box. And you will have to connect it to the screen (by removing it and seeing if it has any aux inputs (which I doubt it will seeing as how it's a stock Screen) - Probably only has 1 hardwire input for the nav. It's possible to remove the nav and replace it with the DVD player, but you might lose your Nav capabilities (or you'll need a splitter with a switch so you can choose which device you want to input to the screen). It'll probably be more work than necessary and watching DVDs while driving is dangerous.|||It is illegal to watch TV when you are driving sorry the kids can buy DVD machine which can be hung over seat in back of driver|||you will find the nav system wont be able to read the movie disc, you would need to get a portable dvd player and hook it into the auxiliary on the nav screen, may be cheaper to get a portable screened dvd player that hangs on the head rest of the front seats so your kids can watch in the back, that way you will also keep onside with the law, cheers
In order for your screen to play a DVD you need to get a DVD player (one small enough that it will either fit in the trunk, under a seat, or in a glove box. And you will have to connect it to the screen (by removing it and seeing if it has any aux inputs (which I doubt it will seeing as how it's a stock Screen) - Probably only has 1 hardwire input for the nav. It's possible to remove the nav and replace it with the DVD player, but you might lose your Nav capabilities (or you'll need a splitter with a switch so you can choose which device you want to input to the screen). It'll probably be more work than necessary and watching DVDs while driving is dangerous.|||It is illegal to watch TV when you are driving sorry the kids can buy DVD machine which can be hung over seat in back of driver|||you will find the nav system wont be able to read the movie disc, you would need to get a portable dvd player and hook it into the auxiliary on the nav screen, may be cheaper to get a portable screened dvd player that hangs on the head rest of the front seats so your kids can watch in the back, that way you will also keep onside with the law, cheers
Is it possible to add a cigarette adapter to a car?
I want to buy a Satellite Navigation system but my car doesn't have a cigarette adapter.|||yes you can check some out here http://painintheexhaust.blogspot.com|||yes go to autozone or one of those car parts places and get one from them and have them talk, you through it. Don't listen to any instructions on this stuff let a pro face to face tell you how|||Yes. Called a power plug or cigar lighter. Make sure it's adequately fused though. Any parts store should have them.|||Yes you can buy an additional lighter/accessory receptacle at an auto parts tore or Walmart, K-Mart or many other places.
Haching the honda civic navigation system? PLay dvd?
OKay i was wondering if there is a way to play dvds on this navigation system. I found ways of changing the welcome screen so this is a sign that there are things that could be changed.. i was wondering if there is a way to play dvds. I have the 09' civic with the satellite linked navigation system from honda.|||No because most likely it doesn't have a built in player. If it did then they would have told you it when they sold you the car so they could of tacked on another $1000. Good Luck
Another thing is that Honda would never put a player in the front console because of the safety hazards. The last thing Honda wants is someones suing them because someone crashed because they were watching a movie when they were driving
Another thing is that Honda would never put a player in the front console because of the safety hazards. The last thing Honda wants is someones suing them because someone crashed because they were watching a movie when they were driving
Why do we use satellites rather than broadcast towers for navigation?
It would seem more economical to build and maintain towers than launch things into orbit.|||GPS system is already in place, for aircraft, spacecraft, and ship navigation. So why not use it for autos, instead of developing a (more expensive) new system with millions of towers?
.|||both are used in different ways
terrestrial radar is the primary method for navigation both airborne and nautical vessels
GPS augments this by allowing active local [i.e., shipboard] position information and control
advantages of orbital navigation include a primary concern for security - it is much harder to shoot down a sattelite than it is to take out a radar or broadcast tower|||Draw a circle (the earth). Now draw a tiny mast on one side and a tiny you on the other side. Can you see it? No. Can you communicate?...No
Now put a satellite in space mid way between you and the mast. Can you see it?...yes...can the transmitter see it...yes...OK Now you can communicate.
So you can have 1 satellite that everyone can see or millions of transmitters because of the earth's curvature.
Now which is more economic?|||okay you have it kinda wrong..... the signal goes from the GPS to the tower then up to the satellites then back down threw the tower then back to your GPS. so we use both..... and its actually more efficient to go straight from satellite to GPS, stronger signal and faster, and less cost, and less cancer for the rest of us living
.|||both are used in different ways
terrestrial radar is the primary method for navigation both airborne and nautical vessels
GPS augments this by allowing active local [i.e., shipboard] position information and control
advantages of orbital navigation include a primary concern for security - it is much harder to shoot down a sattelite than it is to take out a radar or broadcast tower|||Draw a circle (the earth). Now draw a tiny mast on one side and a tiny you on the other side. Can you see it? No. Can you communicate?...No
Now put a satellite in space mid way between you and the mast. Can you see it?...yes...can the transmitter see it...yes...OK Now you can communicate.
So you can have 1 satellite that everyone can see or millions of transmitters because of the earth's curvature.
Now which is more economic?|||okay you have it kinda wrong..... the signal goes from the GPS to the tower then up to the satellites then back down threw the tower then back to your GPS. so we use both..... and its actually more efficient to go straight from satellite to GPS, stronger signal and faster, and less cost, and less cancer for the rest of us living
How does space scientist predict a course of route for a satellite?
Adop would be better than predict. Keeping in view that there must be many asteroids, comets etc which are not visible from Earth. Then how they know which path/route etc to follow to avoid even minute of alien particles? For example some satellites have gone as far as Saturn and Jupiter avoiding even a tiny bit of space rock etc. And at that speed even a pebble would seem an Everest. Is it luck or real precise navigation, information and calibration?|||Getting from earth to, say, Jupiter is precise navigation. Believe it or not, there is actually commercial software that you can buy (if you've got several tens of thousands in spare cash) that can be used to plan the trip. Tell it the thrust of your rocket, when you want to get to Jupiter and how you want to approach, and it figures out when and which course to launch on.
The asteroid belt situation is luck. Remember that the asteroid belt is not like you see it in the movies. If people on earth were as spread out as asteroids are in the asteroid belt, I'd be in California, there would be a guy in the Bahamas, someone in Scotland, someone in India, and a person in the Solomon Islands, and that would be about it.
We know about the large asteroids, and can make sure we don't hit them by tweaking the launch time if necessary, but for the smaller stuff, it's close your eyes, cross your fingers, and hope your mission doesn't roll snake eyes.|||They apply calculus to solve the problems involved with orbital mechanics.
You can google it.
Edit:
Getting around and missing those little pebbles that are travelling near warp speed is called luck.|||They use their mystical powers! :)
The asteroid belt situation is luck. Remember that the asteroid belt is not like you see it in the movies. If people on earth were as spread out as asteroids are in the asteroid belt, I'd be in California, there would be a guy in the Bahamas, someone in Scotland, someone in India, and a person in the Solomon Islands, and that would be about it.
We know about the large asteroids, and can make sure we don't hit them by tweaking the launch time if necessary, but for the smaller stuff, it's close your eyes, cross your fingers, and hope your mission doesn't roll snake eyes.|||They apply calculus to solve the problems involved with orbital mechanics.
You can google it.
Edit:
Getting around and missing those little pebbles that are travelling near warp speed is called luck.|||They use their mystical powers! :)
What are the example of bio satellites ,space station satellites ,navigation satellites and weather satellites
are there any countries or organisations who use them or have invented them?|||Sputnik 2 would be the earliest biosat, since it carried the dog, Laika.
Space stations include the Mir series, the Salyut series (both Soviet/Russian), the Skylab (USA).
Navigational satellites began with the Transit series, launched by the USA.
Weather satellites go back to TIROS (television and infrared observing satellite), USA. Subsequent ones include the Nimbus series for the USA.
The GPS or global positioning system, depends on navsats, so the whole world uses them today. Same is true with the weather satellites, which are launched by the USA, Russia, and the European Space Agency.
Space stations include the Mir series, the Salyut series (both Soviet/Russian), the Skylab (USA).
Navigational satellites began with the Transit series, launched by the USA.
Weather satellites go back to TIROS (television and infrared observing satellite), USA. Subsequent ones include the Nimbus series for the USA.
The GPS or global positioning system, depends on navsats, so the whole world uses them today. Same is true with the weather satellites, which are launched by the USA, Russia, and the European Space Agency.
What is the word that is used for geographic satellite location system?
I've gone brain dead! I was trying to refer to the satellite location system that gives your position anywhere on Earth. All fire, police and rescue uses it. Most ship do now. It is in some cell phones. All on-board navigation systems use it.|||GPS? Global Positioning System.|||global positioning system gps|||G.P.S. Global Positioning System
Can i install a navigation system in a car that doesnt have one?
I have a 2008 ford mustang. It has the basic radio, cd player, ect.. Is there any way to install a navigation system in or do you need to ask for that when you buy it? Also, what are some good systems that i could get, preferably that i could buy a subscription to Satellite radio with and is ipod accesible? Price doesnt really matter but under $500 would be good, thanks.|||Yes you can install an aftermarket GPS on any car.
If you are on a $500 budget, your best options are to get a portable GPS, Sirius radio receiver and have a iPod aux cable installed on your car. That should keep you way under your $500 budget.|||www.crutchfield.com
great for novices. call, email, chat, whatever. Visit their learner site for great dyi info and learning about what's available and what each option does. Kits availabel for self install.
you're welcome.|||Of course. Honestly its not hard to change out. Its just the fact of getting the correct materials and knowing what your doing. Go to sonicelectronix and look, their really budget friendly. I would not reccomend getting a flip up screen. I would get a double din
If you are on a $500 budget, your best options are to get a portable GPS, Sirius radio receiver and have a iPod aux cable installed on your car. That should keep you way under your $500 budget.|||www.crutchfield.com
great for novices. call, email, chat, whatever. Visit their learner site for great dyi info and learning about what's available and what each option does. Kits availabel for self install.
you're welcome.|||Of course. Honestly its not hard to change out. Its just the fact of getting the correct materials and knowing what your doing. Go to sonicelectronix and look, their really budget friendly. I would not reccomend getting a flip up screen. I would get a double din
What is the best portable navigation system?
I'm planning to buy a navigation system and some friend told me that there is one that is by satellite . is it true ? what is the best for you?|||Obviously this one is the best portable navigation systems.
Garmin n眉vi 1350/1350T 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic
Technical Details
Widescreen ultra slim GPS design with 4.3-inch WQVGA touchscreen display; interface features improved graphics and a new slide control for menu operation
Pre-loaded with City Navigtor NT maps for North America, including more than 6-million points of interest and turn-by-turn directions with spoken street names (text-to-speech)
Pedestrian navigation capability enabled through optional CityXplorer maps, while ecoRoute suggests fuel-efficient routes to save drivers money and fuel
http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-4-3-Inch-Wi鈥?/a>
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Garmin n眉vi 1350/1350T 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic
Technical Details
Widescreen ultra slim GPS design with 4.3-inch WQVGA touchscreen display; interface features improved graphics and a new slide control for menu operation
Pre-loaded with City Navigtor NT maps for North America, including more than 6-million points of interest and turn-by-turn directions with spoken street names (text-to-speech)
Pedestrian navigation capability enabled through optional CityXplorer maps, while ecoRoute suggests fuel-efficient routes to save drivers money and fuel
http://www.amazon.com/Garmin-4-3-Inch-Wi鈥?/a>
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Can I add Navigation (GPS) to my Town and Country MiniVan without going through the dealer?
I purchased a 2008 town and country minivan that has the myGig and Video Entertainment System with Sirius satellite radio. It does not have navigation... I was wondering if there was a way to just pop in a CD to install the navigation software and that be all I need? It already has the touch screen and everything. Is it possible to do? Is there any additional hardware that is needed? Thanks!|||Integrated units become outdated within a year or two. See how my $2000 Acura system compared to the inexpensive $199 TomTom One 3rd Edition:
http://www.a2dvoices.com/realitycheck/gp鈥?/a>|||well.. odds are the easiest would be through the dealer|||you may also try your nearest Best Buy for the software or contact the Geek squad and see if they can help you.
http://www.a2dvoices.com/realitycheck/gp鈥?/a>|||well.. odds are the easiest would be through the dealer|||you may also try your nearest Best Buy for the software or contact the Geek squad and see if they can help you.
Is it possible to copy a newer DVD upgrade version of the navigation system for an Acura/ Need version 3.70.?
I have an Acura navigation DVD (Satellite Linked Navigation System) ROM Ver 3.70. Because of the high cost, I would like to make a backup copy of it.
Can someone recommend the best way to do it?
Thanks...|||I'm not sure if you can, try going to acurazine.com they have a whole section about that, as well as being able to hack it so you can change the screen pic and eliminate the nag screen and OK button. very cool site.
Can someone recommend the best way to do it?
Thanks...|||I'm not sure if you can, try going to acurazine.com they have a whole section about that, as well as being able to hack it so you can change the screen pic and eliminate the nag screen and OK button. very cool site.
Do people realize that using the satellites for navigation is free?
I just bought a combination PDA with GPS and this thing is so cool. It is the Garmin iQue 3600 and there is no service fee for using the satellites. I understand that this is because the satellites are owned by the Government and they were paid for by our tax dollars. I suggest you take advantage of the benefits from this program.|||It is free. That was the government condition in order to finance GPS satellites. This service is accessible to the public, but with a margin of error of 900 ft.|||The margin of error was introduced in order to give US troops an advantage (they got the full accuracy of the system) this has however been turned off years ago and civilians now also get the full accuracy. Though the US reserves the right to switch this inaccuracy back on.
|||thanks a lot buddy|||cool
i didnt know that
(just got 2 points)|||Although the service is free, the devices using the navigation signal are most certainly not free.
The average resolution for ground location is about 3 feet, and not the hundreds of feet cited elsewhere. If the accuracy was 900 feet, the accuracy would be about as accurate as 108 football fields square.
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i didnt know that
(just got 2 points)|||Although the service is free, the devices using the navigation signal are most certainly not free.
The average resolution for ground location is about 3 feet, and not the hundreds of feet cited elsewhere. If the accuracy was 900 feet, the accuracy would be about as accurate as 108 football fields square.
2007 Ford F-150 with built in Sirius Satellite Radio WITHOUT Navigation System?
I was wondering if there is a way to change the default display of my Sirius Sattelite Radio. This question is in regards to radios WITHOUT the navigation system. Currently when you start up the vehicle the radio displays the current channel name and you have to hit the "text" button once to display the current song playing and then again to see the current artist playing and it defaults to current channel each time you turn off the engine and start it back up. I was wondering if there is any way to change the default to display the current artist playing rather than the current channel playing. The manuals do not state if this is a possibility however many manuals for devices are not fully intuitive.
Thanks!|||no that is not possible that is the factory radio works
they all display that way
Thanks!|||no that is not possible that is the factory radio works
they all display that way
Where can I get a Viper Security System & Kenwood Navigation System installed?
I just bought a new Viper Security System w/ remote start and a Kenwood DNX9960 Navigation System for my Altima Coupe. The thing is I can't install these things and I don't know where to get them installed. Any help? The navigation system comes with satellite radio and I was wondering how to get that to start working?|||Alot of places man! It just depends how much you want to pay and the quality of the installation.
Since you bought a very nice high quality equipment for your Altima im guessing you want it installed perfect without any worries. So my advice would be to call your nearest/favorite/or most reputable Nissan dealership. Because the guys there are all PROFESSIONALS that know your car the best and can install theses things perfectly without the worry of damaging your car or your Equipment. Though you will have to pay a bit extra as compared to other places but its well worth it if you want it done right the first time.
Otherwise if your looking to save some money on installation go to yellowbook.com. Search for car shops, give each place a call and just ask for a quote for the things you wish to be installed. Alot of theses places have some amateurs or guys in training in their shop so sometimes its not always done right.
I found that out the hard way :( getting my windows tinted and car stereo installed at the place who had the lowest quote. My tint had bubbles in it had go to go back, windows got scratched, and my car door handle screw got lost!
Best of luck, I really hope you find the right shop!
Just one more thing if your looking to get it done quick make sure you ask the shop if they have the part or kits in stock to be able to install them! A lil tip I found out again by the hard way lol.|||Call a local radio/audio shop, they will install it all for you.|||Depending where you live will vary for example places close to me in SD county would be
AL and Ed's Audio
http://www.al-eds.com/
Best Buy
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Geek-Squad/C鈥?/a>
Fry's Electronics
http://www.frys.com/ac/storelocator
Just because they don't carry in the store doesn't mean they can't special order a unit.|||auidoexpress
Since you bought a very nice high quality equipment for your Altima im guessing you want it installed perfect without any worries. So my advice would be to call your nearest/favorite/or most reputable Nissan dealership. Because the guys there are all PROFESSIONALS that know your car the best and can install theses things perfectly without the worry of damaging your car or your Equipment. Though you will have to pay a bit extra as compared to other places but its well worth it if you want it done right the first time.
Otherwise if your looking to save some money on installation go to yellowbook.com. Search for car shops, give each place a call and just ask for a quote for the things you wish to be installed. Alot of theses places have some amateurs or guys in training in their shop so sometimes its not always done right.
I found that out the hard way :( getting my windows tinted and car stereo installed at the place who had the lowest quote. My tint had bubbles in it had go to go back, windows got scratched, and my car door handle screw got lost!
Best of luck, I really hope you find the right shop!
Just one more thing if your looking to get it done quick make sure you ask the shop if they have the part or kits in stock to be able to install them! A lil tip I found out again by the hard way lol.|||Call a local radio/audio shop, they will install it all for you.|||Depending where you live will vary for example places close to me in SD county would be
AL and Ed's Audio
http://www.al-eds.com/
Best Buy
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Geek-Squad/C鈥?/a>
Fry's Electronics
http://www.frys.com/ac/storelocator
Just because they don't carry in the store doesn't mean they can't special order a unit.|||auidoexpress
How is satellite imagery used in the field of navigation?
please include sources or no points|||Several ways. Satellites can show where weather systems are. They can spot icebergs. They can pinpoint the location of the ship (GPS). Water depth can also be monitored.
If my car is Satellite radio ready, what additional equipment do I need?
I have a subscription to Sirius and a portable (suction cups) radio in my other vehicle. I bought a new car with built in navigation and is satellite ready. I want to add the satellite radio. What else do I need to purchase (besides the additional $6.95+/- a month for another subscription).to hook this up? |||If you are working with a factory radio, you need to contact a dealer to have the sat tuner installed.|||If you car is like my Toyota, with nav system and "satellite ready", you'll have to buy the radio add-on at your dealer and have them install it and the antenna (unless your car already has the antenna on the roof). It is ridiculously expensive at around $600. I prefer to go with the less expensive external portable solution, such as the one you already have.
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If i buy a navigation system, do ihave to pay some type of monthly subscription to use the gps satellite?
No not at all. The GPS satellites are always on. Once you buy the hardware, it costs nothing to use them.
To address the answer below... the GPS satellites were launched and are supported by the government for military purposes. So our taxes have already paid for it.|||Check with the dealer.
I doubt they are going to provide free service after spending all that money to operate the satellite. Then again, I could be wrong.
To address the answer below... the GPS satellites were launched and are supported by the government for military purposes. So our taxes have already paid for it.|||Check with the dealer.
I doubt they are going to provide free service after spending all that money to operate the satellite. Then again, I could be wrong.
Which is better: GPS navigation or voice-assisted navigation through satellite radio??
they both use satelite. the only difference is one is voice assisted but they are both GPS|||gps navigation|||iono|||our GPS talks to us and i find the voice very helpful...it just means you dont have to take your eyes off the road as often
How many Navigation Satellites are Orbiting the Earth?
How many Navigation Satellites are Orbiting the Earth?
Science homework in for tomorrow. Help please!! thanks:)|||Kate your in big toruble you shouldn't ask questions online. Come with me with your planner tomorrow. Thank You.
Tom Fisher|||Well there are two systems - The American one (U.S.A) GPS and the Russian GLOSNASS system (think that's how it's spelt). Also believe that there is a European system GALILEO but not sure if this is in place yet, it will have about 18 satellites to start with and 30 in total including spares. The American system I believe had 23 satellites originally, but there maybe one or two more (spares) now. Don't know how many the Russian system has but guess similar as the U.S.A. These satellites are located, if my memory serves me well, at about a 53 degree angle between each. So the number is 23 + 18 + another say 23 Russian ones. You need a minimum of 3 satellite tos obtain a reasonable 'fix' - Hope this rough quick answer is sufficient.
Science homework in for tomorrow. Help please!! thanks:)|||Kate your in big toruble you shouldn't ask questions online. Come with me with your planner tomorrow. Thank You.
Tom Fisher|||Well there are two systems - The American one (U.S.A) GPS and the Russian GLOSNASS system (think that's how it's spelt). Also believe that there is a European system GALILEO but not sure if this is in place yet, it will have about 18 satellites to start with and 30 in total including spares. The American system I believe had 23 satellites originally, but there maybe one or two more (spares) now. Don't know how many the Russian system has but guess similar as the U.S.A. These satellites are located, if my memory serves me well, at about a 53 degree angle between each. So the number is 23 + 18 + another say 23 Russian ones. You need a minimum of 3 satellite tos obtain a reasonable 'fix' - Hope this rough quick answer is sufficient.
Does the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System require a CD? The Toyota GPS does.?
Acutally it reques a DVD not a CD, its under the passenger seat.
PLEASE HELP! How does a bus satellite transform into a satellite when it enters Earth's orbit?
How big is a navigation bus satellite, how is the bus satellite launched, what happens to the bus, how does the satellite transform in its final form, is its final form smaller/bigger that the original bus satellite structure, and does the final form lack any elements of the original bus satellite structure (antennas, solar panels, machinery, etc.)? Please help ASAP|||Little children get into buses to go to school in the morning times.|||LOL Really?
|||The bus you are referring to is simply the cargo space of launch vehicle.
Satellites vary in size, but the Navstar satellite weighs in at 700kg, about 1500 lbs.
The final from is usually bigger because solar panels are unfolded after the satellite has been deployed in order to provide power to the satellite.|||You have absolutely no clue as to what a satellite "bus" is.
As a consequence, your questions are make no sense.
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|||The bus you are referring to is simply the cargo space of launch vehicle.
Satellites vary in size, but the Navstar satellite weighs in at 700kg, about 1500 lbs.
The final from is usually bigger because solar panels are unfolded after the satellite has been deployed in order to provide power to the satellite.|||You have absolutely no clue as to what a satellite "bus" is.
As a consequence, your questions are make no sense.
In car satellite navigation system for philippines are they available?
specificly for manila luzon area|||My friend downloaded a digital map of Metro Manila to his PDA (I think it was available as free demo on Mapking). If you have a PDA with GPS you can keep track of your position. Sorry, that is not the "navigation" you are looking for where the friendly voice tells you "turn left". However it is a street level map.|||we have GPS systems if that helps :D|||find celfones by gps sat
friends' / mate's / yours
http://www.sat-gps-locate.com
friends' / mate's / yours
http://www.sat-gps-locate.com
Do you often get lost in your thoughts? Do you think you should invest in a Satellite navigation system?
Yes and I don't think the navigation system would help,lol|||lol, thanks ;)
|||I have one but it's too expensive to buy the "in Amy's head" map.|||yes.... garman aint got nuttin om my mind!!!!!!!!!!!!!|||No... I try to get lost but I can't. I think I need a blindfold and someone to spin me, or something like that.|||bla black sheep is a good investment is properties
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|||I have one but it's too expensive to buy the "in Amy's head" map.|||yes.... garman aint got nuttin om my mind!!!!!!!!!!!!!|||No... I try to get lost but I can't. I think I need a blindfold and someone to spin me, or something like that.|||bla black sheep is a good investment is properties
Do you often get lost in your thoughts? Do you think you should invest in a Satellite navigation system?
GPS,oh yeah thats all i need,id rather stay lost-wot a day!
it will need to be installed right!|||lol i dont|||Yes but I'm afraid it would pick up alien signals and mess me up more!
it will need to be installed right!|||lol i dont|||Yes but I'm afraid it would pick up alien signals and mess me up more!
How does a navigation satellite accomplishes its role?? 10 points to best answer?
Please clarify|||it's actually quite simple if you're referring to GPS. navigation sateliteles are in geo-synchronous orbit, meaning they stay stationary over their place of Earth. you're GPS sends out a signal, and at least 2-3 satellites pick up this signal, and triangulate your position by follwing the signal back to your GPS unit. it's a lot easier to describe if i had a paper and pen. if you want an illustration, go to www.howthingswork.com and check it out on there.|||If you mean GPS, the work is done in three places: on the satellite, in the GPS ground stations that control the satellites, and in the GPS receiver. The satellite sends a signal telling precisely where in space it thinks it is and what time it thinks it is. If the receiver gets this information from at least 4 satellites, it can solve some equations to determine precisely where it is in three dimensions.
The GPS ground station is responsible for updating the GPS satellites' knowledge of their position and time.
Update: The reason my answer differs from the previous one is that I said you need 4 satellites to determine your position in three dimensions (for instance if you are an aircraft or spacecraft), and if your receiver doesn't make any assumptions about how accurate its own clock is. If you assume your own clock is accurate and you only need position in two dimensions, you can get away with fewer satellite signals. You'll lose some accuracy though.
The GPS ground station is responsible for updating the GPS satellites' knowledge of their position and time.
Update: The reason my answer differs from the previous one is that I said you need 4 satellites to determine your position in three dimensions (for instance if you are an aircraft or spacecraft), and if your receiver doesn't make any assumptions about how accurate its own clock is. If you assume your own clock is accurate and you only need position in two dimensions, you can get away with fewer satellite signals. You'll lose some accuracy though.
Instructions needed for navman icn 320 ( satellite navigation )?
The Navman website has the users manual available in PDF format on their website:
http://www.navman.com/Navman/Templates/s鈥?/a>|||there will be softaware to install from your computer you need to charge the battery and its very simple once its charged sit it in your car it will ask you for destination? you typoe in whenr you wanna go and it tells you and shows you how to get there
http://www.navman.com/Navman/Templates/s鈥?/a>|||there will be softaware to install from your computer you need to charge the battery and its very simple once its charged sit it in your car it will ask you for destination? you typoe in whenr you wanna go and it tells you and shows you how to get there
Satellite Navigation?? Sat Nav - Which one??
Hi,
I have an old Tomtom 500 that I use reguarly but the time has come to upgrade. The key things I want are speed camera updates - (ideally temp and fixed) and ideally live traffic updates, which I have heard some can now do..
I really like my TomTom but are the others any good?? What is the best one to go for?? I know a freind has a Garmin or something and that guides him round all the traffic which I have to say seems super clever!!!
Alex. in the UK!|||Hi,
We have the TomTom GO 510, %26amp; if you suscribe to the ''TomTom PLUS ''software, it gives you traffic updates. Speed camera updates should already be available for you.
The TomTom 510, 710 %26amp; 910 are a very good SatNavs too, giving you live traffic-updates (currently there is an offer that you can try the traffic-update software free for a month, but you will have to pay after that- I think its about 拢30 a yr, but check the TomTom website to be sure), live weather-reports, speed-camera updates...
Link to ''TomTom PLUS'' services:
http://www.tomtom.com/plus/services/traf鈥?/a>
Link to TomTom website for more on the 510, 710 %26amp; 910:
http://www.tomtom.com/products/category.鈥?/a>
Link to TomTom website for comparing their SatNavs (quite useful):
http://www.tomtom.com/products/chart.php
This is a link to the Gadget Show website, which informs you of some of the best SAT-NAVs on the market:
http://gadgetshow.five.tv/jsp/5gsmain.js鈥?/a>
This is a link to another site, which.com, which compares sat-navs point-by-point. You do need to register on the site to view the reviews though:
http://www.which.co.uk/reports_and_campa鈥?/a>
Hope this helped
I have an old Tomtom 500 that I use reguarly but the time has come to upgrade. The key things I want are speed camera updates - (ideally temp and fixed) and ideally live traffic updates, which I have heard some can now do..
I really like my TomTom but are the others any good?? What is the best one to go for?? I know a freind has a Garmin or something and that guides him round all the traffic which I have to say seems super clever!!!
Alex. in the UK!|||Hi,
We have the TomTom GO 510, %26amp; if you suscribe to the ''TomTom PLUS ''software, it gives you traffic updates. Speed camera updates should already be available for you.
The TomTom 510, 710 %26amp; 910 are a very good SatNavs too, giving you live traffic-updates (currently there is an offer that you can try the traffic-update software free for a month, but you will have to pay after that- I think its about 拢30 a yr, but check the TomTom website to be sure), live weather-reports, speed-camera updates...
Link to ''TomTom PLUS'' services:
http://www.tomtom.com/plus/services/traf鈥?/a>
Link to TomTom website for more on the 510, 710 %26amp; 910:
http://www.tomtom.com/products/category.鈥?/a>
Link to TomTom website for comparing their SatNavs (quite useful):
http://www.tomtom.com/products/chart.php
This is a link to the Gadget Show website, which informs you of some of the best SAT-NAVs on the market:
http://gadgetshow.five.tv/jsp/5gsmain.js鈥?/a>
This is a link to another site, which.com, which compares sat-navs point-by-point. You do need to register on the site to view the reviews though:
http://www.which.co.uk/reports_and_campa鈥?/a>
Hope this helped
Do you trust 'satellite navigation'?
do you fully trust your GPS when travelling somewhere far ? is it reliable ?.. do you also keep a map in ur car just in case ??. im curious|||yes|||No. My husband has GPS in his vehicle and it once took me way off course and then kept telling me to turn left on a street that didn't even exist. Luckily there was a book of maps in the car and I was able to find my way.
It's reliable a good 95% of the time, but for that other 5%, a book of maps is essential.
It's reliable a good 95% of the time, but for that other 5%, a book of maps is essential.
Satellite navigation (handheld or car)?
What happens when you turn it on.
What gets displayed on a screen.
(when you're flying in an aircraft)|||A title screen comes on then it goes to the map. Sometimes it takes a minute to warm up and get a satellite signal, but then it shows you, usually as a little triangle, in the center of the map. Depending on what type of GPS, it will show a road map for car and handheld ones, (handheld less detailed) and one specifically for an airplane will show airports and VOR stations and such. Then, bordering one of the sides of the screen, it will display things such as time, speed, altitude, distance to destination, and ETA (estimated time of arrival).
What gets displayed on a screen.
(when you're flying in an aircraft)|||A title screen comes on then it goes to the map. Sometimes it takes a minute to warm up and get a satellite signal, but then it shows you, usually as a little triangle, in the center of the map. Depending on what type of GPS, it will show a road map for car and handheld ones, (handheld less detailed) and one specifically for an airplane will show airports and VOR stations and such. Then, bordering one of the sides of the screen, it will display things such as time, speed, altitude, distance to destination, and ETA (estimated time of arrival).
"mobile phones with satellite navigation"?
Are you surprised that there are mobile phones with satellite navigation?
I hate to answer a question with another question, but you let me no choice|||what the hell is your question??|||yes there nice.....is that it?|||GPS is awsome, if i ever got your phone number, i could figure out exactly were you are, and with that, i could figure out your name, social security number, dl number if applicable and so on..
gotta love todays tech.|||it would be nice,provided it comes at an affordable price too.|||I heard a story on the news last week of a girl in Houston that was kidnapped and thrown into the trunk of a car. The guys that did it stole the car and went joyriding with her in the back. She had her cell phone with her and called 911. The cops located her by the satellite nav built into the phone. Cool stuff.
I hate to answer a question with another question, but you let me no choice|||what the hell is your question??|||yes there nice.....is that it?|||GPS is awsome, if i ever got your phone number, i could figure out exactly were you are, and with that, i could figure out your name, social security number, dl number if applicable and so on..
gotta love todays tech.|||it would be nice,provided it comes at an affordable price too.|||I heard a story on the news last week of a girl in Houston that was kidnapped and thrown into the trunk of a car. The guys that did it stole the car and went joyriding with her in the back. She had her cell phone with her and called 911. The cops located her by the satellite nav built into the phone. Cool stuff.
Buying Satellite Navigation?
Ok so I'm looking at buying a SAT NAV.
I've heard that TomToms are the best, is this true? If so which TomTom should I go for. I just need it for finding my way around the UK and also for the speed camera warning thing.
If you disagree with Tomtoms being the best, what is better and why? Thanks|||DO NOT BUY A TOM TOM!! Over priced and s*it!!
They are complete rubbish!!
Great if you know where you are heading to but crap if you are on the motorway, the sat nav decides to re route and you miss your turning!!
Trust me, I have a Tom Tom and its constantly loosing it signal and re routing leaving you driving down the motorway until it finds a signal again!!
Navmans are good, half the price also! My friend has one and she has never had any problems!!|||different brands of sat nav do different things. if you go to halfords or somewhere like that, they have a few different brands and you can see them all together and choose the one that suits what you need, not all of them pick up speed cameras.|||My personal opinion is that Tomtoms are not the best. Garmin is good since my friend has one and it has never failed on him.
I've heard that TomToms are the best, is this true? If so which TomTom should I go for. I just need it for finding my way around the UK and also for the speed camera warning thing.
If you disagree with Tomtoms being the best, what is better and why? Thanks|||DO NOT BUY A TOM TOM!! Over priced and s*it!!
They are complete rubbish!!
Great if you know where you are heading to but crap if you are on the motorway, the sat nav decides to re route and you miss your turning!!
Trust me, I have a Tom Tom and its constantly loosing it signal and re routing leaving you driving down the motorway until it finds a signal again!!
Navmans are good, half the price also! My friend has one and she has never had any problems!!|||different brands of sat nav do different things. if you go to halfords or somewhere like that, they have a few different brands and you can see them all together and choose the one that suits what you need, not all of them pick up speed cameras.|||My personal opinion is that Tomtoms are not the best. Garmin is good since my friend has one and it has never failed on him.
Satellite Navigation / GPS for Venezuela?
Anyone know a sat nav system that covers venezuela?|||If you have Mapsource漏 and a GPS unit from Garmin yor can download the Venezuelan map from http://www.gpsve.net/
Satellite navigation systems??
I'm considering getting my boyfriend a sat nav for his car as a gift for his birthday at the end of the month. Could anyone tell me a good decent one that I could get in Ireland? and roughly how much it would cost?|||I really like my TomTom One. It's perfect. Not sure how much they cost in Ireland, but they probably sell them at any electronics store.
Are there any portable car gps navigation systems that show the satellite or hybrid map view like google maps?
I have never seen that before. I believe there is nothing like that this moment but maybe in the future.|||i dont know about cars but you can download google maps to a phone is you want
Connecting satellite navigation using aux?
yes it is possible, but you didn't tell us what brand is your radio or vehicle
go here and click on your vehicle logo
http://www.oemautosound.com/c-20-auxilia鈥?/a>
go here and click on your vehicle logo
http://www.oemautosound.com/c-20-auxilia鈥?/a>
My gamin ique 3600 satellite navigation is frozen and i don't know what to do please help me?
my sat nav is frozen please help me|||Go to Garmin website and e-mail tech support. There has to be a master reset on the device.|||if its anything like the tom tom there is a small hole where you can push a pin in to reset.|||un due the negative battery connection for 5 minutes.when you reconnect it should reset the computer|||Put it in the airing cupboard and warm it up|||most sat navs have a soft reset or a hard reset
a soft reset is by turning off / then on the reset switch
if no joy then the hard reset is by if it came with a cd rom then uninstall it from the computer then reinstall it.
if problem still occurres then return it to the shop not the manufacturer.
like to know outcome
a soft reset is by turning off / then on the reset switch
if no joy then the hard reset is by if it came with a cd rom then uninstall it from the computer then reinstall it.
if problem still occurres then return it to the shop not the manufacturer.
like to know outcome
Which Satellite navigation Best Buys?
What i do is use a laptop adaptor and use a usb GPS tracker.
You can use autoroute express or another program to run on laptop. the setup is better than the small ones you get at the shops.|||tom tom|||garmin|||I have a Tom Tom one - it's does the job just fine :o)|||TomTom|||i bought a sat nav not too long ago a (navman f20) from argos 拢129.99 and its got all the features that the more expensive sat navs have got, turn by turn, re-route if taken wrong turn, male/female voice, find by post code, places of interest, nearest petrol station, uk/ireland maps, ect,ect,ect, plus you can add on, i.e hands free for mobile, ect,ect,ect, comes with in car charger/power, window holder, 3 hours battery life fully charged, so you can use it by foot, the first time i used mine i had to travel for 2 hours driving and it got me right out side the door were i wanted to be, and i had never been or knew how to even get there, brill product check it out at argos web site. hope this helps.
You can use autoroute express or another program to run on laptop. the setup is better than the small ones you get at the shops.|||tom tom|||garmin|||I have a Tom Tom one - it's does the job just fine :o)|||TomTom|||i bought a sat nav not too long ago a (navman f20) from argos 拢129.99 and its got all the features that the more expensive sat navs have got, turn by turn, re-route if taken wrong turn, male/female voice, find by post code, places of interest, nearest petrol station, uk/ireland maps, ect,ect,ect, plus you can add on, i.e hands free for mobile, ect,ect,ect, comes with in car charger/power, window holder, 3 hours battery life fully charged, so you can use it by foot, the first time i used mine i had to travel for 2 hours driving and it got me right out side the door were i wanted to be, and i had never been or knew how to even get there, brill product check it out at argos web site. hope this helps.
Why was satellite navigation introduced?
Satellite navigation was delevoped to recover Spy Satellites and the spacecraft in the early space race. The Mercury, Genini and Apallo spacecraft landed in the ocean when they returned to earth.
The splashdown area of the spacecraft would be calculated and in most cases be fairly accurate. Once in a while it would miss and take too long for the Navy to get to them and recover the craft and astronauts. Since it was Navy Ships that did the recovery they had it first and used it to improve naval navigation.
The Army saw the value of it to pinpoint unit locations in the field. This would prevent "Friendly Fire" attacks from Artillery and Aircraft. The Army requirements for accurate locations is the reason the current GPS system exists today. For many years it was off limits to the civilian world. In the early 90's the Army declassified and released the "Old GPS Technology" to the civilian world. Now its almost impossible to get lost.|||hmm|||too many people were getting lost on their way home....folks just like you|||To help people figure out where they are. It can pin point a person's exact location.
The splashdown area of the spacecraft would be calculated and in most cases be fairly accurate. Once in a while it would miss and take too long for the Navy to get to them and recover the craft and astronauts. Since it was Navy Ships that did the recovery they had it first and used it to improve naval navigation.
The Army saw the value of it to pinpoint unit locations in the field. This would prevent "Friendly Fire" attacks from Artillery and Aircraft. The Army requirements for accurate locations is the reason the current GPS system exists today. For many years it was off limits to the civilian world. In the early 90's the Army declassified and released the "Old GPS Technology" to the civilian world. Now its almost impossible to get lost.|||hmm|||too many people were getting lost on their way home....folks just like you|||To help people figure out where they are. It can pin point a person's exact location.
Regarding Satellite Navigation. I live in a cul-de-sac which is about 500 yards long and is a very steep, very
Many navigation systems use mapping information from Tele Atlas or Navteq, you could contact them and advise them of the problems being caused, which they will then correct on the next software update. Ask them who the other information suppliers are so that you can contact them as well, I dont expect they will share information!
http://www2.teleatlas.com/Pub/Contact/Eu鈥?/a>
http://www.navteq.com/webapps/contactus/鈥?/a>
http://www.tomtom.com/support/index.php?鈥?/a>|||You could ask your local council to intervene or by putting a sign at the end of your lane saying dead end or cul-de-sac etc.|||Get onto your local authorities to get a sign put up that shows no through route to the village. Sat Nav is improving all the time, but still has a few bugs in it, such that it will direct vehicles to unsuitable routes.
http://www2.teleatlas.com/Pub/Contact/Eu鈥?/a>
http://www.navteq.com/webapps/contactus/鈥?/a>
http://www.tomtom.com/support/index.php?鈥?/a>|||You could ask your local council to intervene or by putting a sign at the end of your lane saying dead end or cul-de-sac etc.|||Get onto your local authorities to get a sign put up that shows no through route to the village. Sat Nav is improving all the time, but still has a few bugs in it, such that it will direct vehicles to unsuitable routes.
How many Navigation Satellites are Orbiting the Earth?
**SCIENCE HOMEWORK DUE TOMORROW!!**
Yeah, so I have some science homework about satellites and I can't find how many NAVIGATION SATELLITES there are currently orbiting Earth. Can anyone help me out? Thanks! :)|||I think you are asking about GPS Satellites. There are 32 of them, orbiting Earth
Yeah, so I have some science homework about satellites and I can't find how many NAVIGATION SATELLITES there are currently orbiting Earth. Can anyone help me out? Thanks! :)|||I think you are asking about GPS Satellites. There are 32 of them, orbiting Earth
What global position satellite systems is the batter GLONASS or are GPS navigation system.?
what is the main deference between the two systems. what are the advantages and disadvantage|||GPS. It is slightly more accurate and other than GLONASS, really working already.
The difference between both is also the aspect, that GPS expects more intelligence from the receiver, which in turn made it easier to improve the accuracy with software updates.
But once Galileo starts operation, this will likely replace GPS as most accurate navigation service, at least until the next generation of NAVSTAR satellites gets done.
PS: GPS has also no full coverage... it has even less coverage as GLONASS, as GLONASS has higher inclination orbits. But GPS has a complete constellation, while GLONASS still has many satellite slots empty.|||GPS is technically a more accurate system. The clock tolerances on the SVs are better plus GLONASS uses very slightly different frequencies for each SV's transmission which in theory at least can cause different delays on each signal.
This is however a fairly academic question since most systems are either purely GPS or GPS/GLONASS combined systems.
GALILEO is in theory a better system than GPS if the EU ever gets its act together. Due to the rather silly choice of codes for GALILEO the receivers will be more complex and so more costly however by the time GALILEO is functional enough to use on its own that shouldn't be much of an issue.
Combined GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO systems are already on sale which will use signals from all 3 systems in order to give the best possible position.
Just don't expect to see any of those on sale in the local electronics store any time soon, the cost is a little on the high side.|||The major technical differences are as follows:
- GPS uses a CDMA (code division multiple access) technique to transmit satellite data, GLONASS uses an FDMA (frequency division multiple access) technique to transmit satellite data. In other words, GPS uses the same frequency but [slightly] different code modulations for each satellite, while GLONASS transmits the same code modulation but different frequencies each satellite
- The respective space segments (i.e. satellites) have their own unique characteristics (e.g. # of orbital planes, ascending nodes, # of satellites per orbital plane, orbital periods, etc). GLONASS' space segment was designed to best suit coverage for Russia.
- GPS works in a datum called WGS84, GLONASS works in PZ90
Technically, GPS is a more "accurate" system but the real advantages/disadvantages are really more political/logistical. As previously mentioned, the GLONASS system isn't fully operational. So you won't get as many GLONASS satellites as you would GPS and you couldn't rely on GLONASS as a stand-alone system. However, GLONASS can be used (and is used) as a compliment to GPS. The addition of GLONASS measurements can be used to enhance GPS performance.
Depending on how your using the system, there may also be features in your GPS receiver that monitor integrity of the signals you are tracking (e.g. RAIM, FDE/FDI). These features will provide better accuracy by excluding bad signals. [To my knowledge] The degraded state of GLONASS don't allow similar features in a GLONASS receiver.|||GPS. GLONASS has not been serviced for a number of years and has a large number of coverage problems. Although Russian does intend to rebuild the system, likely as not it will not have full coverage.
The difference between both is also the aspect, that GPS expects more intelligence from the receiver, which in turn made it easier to improve the accuracy with software updates.
But once Galileo starts operation, this will likely replace GPS as most accurate navigation service, at least until the next generation of NAVSTAR satellites gets done.
PS: GPS has also no full coverage... it has even less coverage as GLONASS, as GLONASS has higher inclination orbits. But GPS has a complete constellation, while GLONASS still has many satellite slots empty.|||GPS is technically a more accurate system. The clock tolerances on the SVs are better plus GLONASS uses very slightly different frequencies for each SV's transmission which in theory at least can cause different delays on each signal.
This is however a fairly academic question since most systems are either purely GPS or GPS/GLONASS combined systems.
GALILEO is in theory a better system than GPS if the EU ever gets its act together. Due to the rather silly choice of codes for GALILEO the receivers will be more complex and so more costly however by the time GALILEO is functional enough to use on its own that shouldn't be much of an issue.
Combined GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO systems are already on sale which will use signals from all 3 systems in order to give the best possible position.
Just don't expect to see any of those on sale in the local electronics store any time soon, the cost is a little on the high side.|||The major technical differences are as follows:
- GPS uses a CDMA (code division multiple access) technique to transmit satellite data, GLONASS uses an FDMA (frequency division multiple access) technique to transmit satellite data. In other words, GPS uses the same frequency but [slightly] different code modulations for each satellite, while GLONASS transmits the same code modulation but different frequencies each satellite
- The respective space segments (i.e. satellites) have their own unique characteristics (e.g. # of orbital planes, ascending nodes, # of satellites per orbital plane, orbital periods, etc). GLONASS' space segment was designed to best suit coverage for Russia.
- GPS works in a datum called WGS84, GLONASS works in PZ90
Technically, GPS is a more "accurate" system but the real advantages/disadvantages are really more political/logistical. As previously mentioned, the GLONASS system isn't fully operational. So you won't get as many GLONASS satellites as you would GPS and you couldn't rely on GLONASS as a stand-alone system. However, GLONASS can be used (and is used) as a compliment to GPS. The addition of GLONASS measurements can be used to enhance GPS performance.
Depending on how your using the system, there may also be features in your GPS receiver that monitor integrity of the signals you are tracking (e.g. RAIM, FDE/FDI). These features will provide better accuracy by excluding bad signals. [To my knowledge] The degraded state of GLONASS don't allow similar features in a GLONASS receiver.|||GPS. GLONASS has not been serviced for a number of years and has a large number of coverage problems. Although Russian does intend to rebuild the system, likely as not it will not have full coverage.
Has anybody got a Tom Tom One Satellite Navigation????
OK I just bought it for surprise for my Mum's birthday how do I find out which version it is???? as it doesn't say on the box!!! might it say it in the instruction manual??? its sealed so can't check but want to buy a mains charger.|||why would you need a mains charger? It plugs into the cig socket and charges from there. (also, I happen to have a motorola charger that works to charge it but never use it for that) Don;t forget to download your free speed camera alerts, and backup the SD card.
For the record, I find it absolutely brilliant and don't regret buying it. Argos also sell a case and spare sucker / car charger. Finally, tell your mum to remove the sucker AND THE MARK ON THE GLASS when she leaves the car - else someone may break in thinking it's hidden in the glove box.
For the record, I find it absolutely brilliant and don't regret buying it. Argos also sell a case and spare sucker / car charger. Finally, tell your mum to remove the sucker AND THE MARK ON THE GLASS when she leaves the car - else someone may break in thinking it's hidden in the glove box.
What methods of navigation did ships use in open waters in the early 20th century?
Namely, before radio navigation, satellite or radar. Did we move right from manual celestial navigation right to radar to radio (like loran) to GPS or was there something else after celestial navigation that I am missing|||Yes, celestial navigation was important, but so was having a stable and accurate clock. People tend to overlook that aspect of navigation. This really had to do with knowing longitude.
Between 1800 and 1850 (earlier in British and French navigation practice, later in American, Russian, and other maritime countries), affordable, reliable marine chronometers became available, replacing the method of lunars as soon as they reached the market in large numbers. It became possible to buy two or more relatively inexpensive chronometers, serving as checks on each other, rather than acquiring a single (and expensive) sextant of sufficient quality for lunar distance navigation.
The development of wireless telegraph time signals in the early 20th century, used in combination with marine chronometers, put a final end to the use of lunar distance tables.|||Celestial Navigation using a sextant and a very accurate time piece was used even after Radio Aids to Navigation came on line.
The first radio aid were just beacons where you use a direction finder to point to the transmitter, then Loran. Even with Loran the sextant was still used. Even today the sextant is still used to some extent as a back up in case of failure of the GPS.
Nuclear Submarine have a special periscope with a sextant built in and controlled by a computer and it is just as accurate as GPS.|||Position fixing was done via celestial Navigation (using a sextant for accuracy) and an accurate clock.
The sextant told you your latitude by measuring the angle of celestial object above the horizon and comparing to a chart. The clock told you your longitude by comparing the clock time of home port with current celestial time of the sun/moon or stars.
Position estimating was done through dead reckoning. From your last fixed position and knowing your speed and heading you can estimate your current position if celestial objects are not available for a fix. A good navigator can take into account known currents and wind that make the true heading a degree or 2 different than compass heading. Also dead reckoning requires charts of compass deviation as magnetic north is not exactly aligned with true north and it drifts around.
Between 1800 and 1850 (earlier in British and French navigation practice, later in American, Russian, and other maritime countries), affordable, reliable marine chronometers became available, replacing the method of lunars as soon as they reached the market in large numbers. It became possible to buy two or more relatively inexpensive chronometers, serving as checks on each other, rather than acquiring a single (and expensive) sextant of sufficient quality for lunar distance navigation.
The development of wireless telegraph time signals in the early 20th century, used in combination with marine chronometers, put a final end to the use of lunar distance tables.|||Celestial Navigation using a sextant and a very accurate time piece was used even after Radio Aids to Navigation came on line.
The first radio aid were just beacons where you use a direction finder to point to the transmitter, then Loran. Even with Loran the sextant was still used. Even today the sextant is still used to some extent as a back up in case of failure of the GPS.
Nuclear Submarine have a special periscope with a sextant built in and controlled by a computer and it is just as accurate as GPS.|||Position fixing was done via celestial Navigation (using a sextant for accuracy) and an accurate clock.
The sextant told you your latitude by measuring the angle of celestial object above the horizon and comparing to a chart. The clock told you your longitude by comparing the clock time of home port with current celestial time of the sun/moon or stars.
Position estimating was done through dead reckoning. From your last fixed position and knowing your speed and heading you can estimate your current position if celestial objects are not available for a fix. A good navigator can take into account known currents and wind that make the true heading a degree or 2 different than compass heading. Also dead reckoning requires charts of compass deviation as magnetic north is not exactly aligned with true north and it drifts around.
Car Satellite Navigation - Help?
I'm looking to get a sat nav for the car, but unsure which are the best out at the moment.
the 2 models i've stumbled across are:
tomtom go 920T
garmin nuvi 660fm
does anyone know the best ones and also what the difference is between them? are there any particular functions i should be looking for in buying one?
all help appreciated. thanks.|||The only advise I will give you about a sat nav is get one that accepts the FULL post code and not just part of a post code.
There is one out there, but the name of it slips my mind at the moment......sorry!|||Wow do you need something as high end as the tom tom. go for a cheaper one in the tom tom range. i found the navman sound was not as loud as the tom tom. ps make sure it has speed cameras on.
the 2 models i've stumbled across are:
tomtom go 920T
garmin nuvi 660fm
does anyone know the best ones and also what the difference is between them? are there any particular functions i should be looking for in buying one?
all help appreciated. thanks.|||The only advise I will give you about a sat nav is get one that accepts the FULL post code and not just part of a post code.
There is one out there, but the name of it slips my mind at the moment......sorry!|||Wow do you need something as high end as the tom tom. go for a cheaper one in the tom tom range. i found the navman sound was not as loud as the tom tom. ps make sure it has speed cameras on.
I have just fitted a G.P.S satellite navigation system into my girlfriends underwear. Do I have stalker issues?
I have one of them in mine, it says turn right into the olde red lion, then nip in the queens head for another... I love it|||No, those come standard in most of the newer models|||Did you hook that up to the chastity belt she wears when you're not around, or is it a completely separate unit? I'm asking because it's either I do these things with my daughter or she's going into a convent.|||That won't help anyway.
It'll help her cheat more....|||yeah lol|||SHE MUST HAVE SOME BIG KNICKERS|||That's disgusting.|||Yes but not a very good one. What happens when she takes them off?
How does the system not get overheated?
I suggest you implant it under the skin. How you get that done is a whole 'nother discussion.|||Sick in the head. What happened to good old trust and love|||More like trust issues.|||dude, what i did is better , i put a chip that gets u pregnant and u look like your 8 months, so each time she lies her belly gets bigger, and there is not even a baby in side her, so wile we were in school she lied 2 the teacher 6 times and her belly kept getting bigger
the other thing i did was i put a tracking device that makes her do what ever i say|||How the HELL did you get 1,000+ points? Is that a new record?
It'll help her cheat more....|||yeah lol|||SHE MUST HAVE SOME BIG KNICKERS|||That's disgusting.|||Yes but not a very good one. What happens when she takes them off?
How does the system not get overheated?
I suggest you implant it under the skin. How you get that done is a whole 'nother discussion.|||Sick in the head. What happened to good old trust and love|||More like trust issues.|||dude, what i did is better , i put a chip that gets u pregnant and u look like your 8 months, so each time she lies her belly gets bigger, and there is not even a baby in side her, so wile we were in school she lied 2 the teacher 6 times and her belly kept getting bigger
the other thing i did was i put a tracking device that makes her do what ever i say|||How the HELL did you get 1,000+ points? Is that a new record?
Hey guys, im thinking of buying my fiance a (TomTom ONE Classic UK & RoI Satellite Navigation System ) HELP!!!?
Just need to know if these are any good and what specific features they have, havnt got much money to spend on one and dont need the best of the best but would prefer a tomtom! thanks.|||aww,thanks,but i already have one ;)
Can I get Satellite Navigation on my new Samsung Tocco?
No, it's not GPS enabled so you won't be able to I'm afraid.
http://www.samsung.com/uk/consumer/detai鈥?/a>
http://www.omio.com/phones/samsung/f480-鈥?/a>
http://www.samsung.com/uk/consumer/detai鈥?/a>
http://www.omio.com/phones/samsung/f480-鈥?/a>
How does one report a mapping mistake on car satellite navigation systems?
Visitors / workmen using our lane, which is one way, are being misdirected to an 'exit only' entrance by their sat navs. Whose responsibilty is it ? Local Authority, Highways Dept , Sat Nav producers or Ordnance Survey . Whose data is the definitive one. How can we report it? Even our own sends us to the wrong entrance!|||*go back to the place your bough the devise from and have a word with them.other wise there should have been leaflet with the devise when you bought it.contact the supplier or go on line and contact the maker.good luck.
Satellite Navigation ....?
Do you have standard voice or downloaded one ..?
With the standard is it me or does the charming lady slowly lose her cool if you know a quicker route and she has to re-direct... mine does ...amazing the thought they put in ......
just kidding ok ... put the knives down|||No knives here :-) just watch out for that fridge hun....
I keep my navigation mute, so I can hear myself swearing at it, so much more fun...|||We have a Tom Tom ... when we first used it 'she' took us directed us around a Tesco's carpark.
A good buy though because Hubby curses her now.
With the standard is it me or does the charming lady slowly lose her cool if you know a quicker route and she has to re-direct... mine does ...amazing the thought they put in ......
just kidding ok ... put the knives down|||No knives here :-) just watch out for that fridge hun....
I keep my navigation mute, so I can hear myself swearing at it, so much more fun...|||We have a Tom Tom ... when we first used it 'she' took us directed us around a Tesco's carpark.
A good buy though because Hubby curses her now.
Satellite Navigation?
Could anyone recommend a decent reliable make/model and is it worth paying 拢40 to have it fitted by a well known retailer.|||let me guess Halfrauds want to charge you for fitting a portable device into your car
Hey - you buy it and ill plug it into your lighter socket for a fiver!
DO NOT LET THEM FIT IT - IT'S A SIMPLE DIY JOB|||its not really worth getting it fitted. you can do it yourself its easy|||just have a portable one coz you can show people stuff in the house|||I use a tom tom xl which works well for me.
I wouldn't have it fitted as then you would have problems doing updates etc.
Also you can use it in different cars then as well|||Garmin Nuvi 350. Bought mine for $450 and stuck it to my windshield myself. It takes me all over the united states, but does have maps for most of europe too.|||i think it's no point people fitting it in for u do it your self
Hey - you buy it and ill plug it into your lighter socket for a fiver!
DO NOT LET THEM FIT IT - IT'S A SIMPLE DIY JOB|||its not really worth getting it fitted. you can do it yourself its easy|||just have a portable one coz you can show people stuff in the house|||I use a tom tom xl which works well for me.
I wouldn't have it fitted as then you would have problems doing updates etc.
Also you can use it in different cars then as well|||Garmin Nuvi 350. Bought mine for $450 and stuck it to my windshield myself. It takes me all over the united states, but does have maps for most of europe too.|||i think it's no point people fitting it in for u do it your self
Satellite navigation systems in cars (aka "Sat Nav")?
While it strikes me as potentially useful, I have heard people follow its suggestions literally even when they made no sense. An example was the story of the lorry driver who went down a street that was plainly too narrow and got jammed. Another example was the woman whose sat-nav system told her to drive through a river...she did and got swept upstream, ruining her car in the process. Don't forget the ambulance that took a needlessly long detour while taking someone to hospital. These are stories I've seen in the past few months out of the corner of my eye while browsing the internet.
Whatever happened to good old fashioned map reading?|||This is true, you do have to use some extra care using them. I can't help thinking that all cars will be built with them soon and they'll be used to collect more speeding fines from us one day. Another method of Big Brother watching us.|||A sat nav only works if the user has some modicum of common sense. unfortunately its human nature to listen to a machine (designed by other faulted human beings) that is meant to give you the 'best route'. the machine said it so it must be true! perhaps there should be a 'common sense' test before anyone is allowed to buy one?|||I've been using satnav for a while now to get to rugby grounds with my son and have never been given wrong directions by it but I still have a road atlas too......just in case.|||map reading in traffic is problematic and can be dangerous.
i recently used one of these things for a work activity which had me going to several sites in a city unfamiliar to me. it was so damn easy to do without having to read the map on the passenger seat and drive and watch out for other lost idiots (like me)
They still have one or two issues at the moment. like my one telling me to drive over a freeway on a pedestrian overpass, or to do a u-turn on the harbour bridge.
these are suggestions from this piece of technology, it takes a brain to make the best use of them. the brainless, or the hard of thinking amongst us will always have problems, even with maps.|||It is fast becoming a lost art, and most people are getting too lazy to use their brains to figure a route.|||Hiya. I work with an organisation that promotes all kinds of navigation - both electronic and human - and it's very true that there is a perception among drivers that once you have a satnav installed, you don't need to think about navigation any more. This is plainly gibberish - the machine is designed to be a navigation AID, not a replacement brain. We recently held a seminar for satnav makers and mapping companies, and they are working to make sure things like the examples you mention don't happen - the technology now exists to make roadwidth judgements and ensure the road is suitable for your vehicle, for instance. But it simply can't replace your brain.
My favourite example of satnav misuse used to be the one where the woman drove into the river, but I've got a better one now. This is absolutely true - I reported on it a couple of months ago. A woman following her satnav was told to take the next left turn. She obediently did so, which would have been fine, had she not been waiting at a level crossing at the time. It wasn't even an automatic level crossing. To obey her satnav, she had to get out of the car, open a gate, drive onto a RAILWAY TRACK, go back and close the gate after herself, turn left and drive up the track for two miles before thinking - get this - that "her satnav had steered her wrong".
She delayed trains for a couple of hours, but was released without charge because the police said it was an "honest mistake", if a very stupid one. They did tests, and there was absolutely nothing wrong with the satnav - except its inherent assumption of human intelligence, evidently.
But to answer your actual question, car insurance firm esure recently released a report they'd collated, claiming that "11 million Brits would now fail the Cub Scout map reading badge." Not Boy or Girl Scout, you understand - CUB Scout. What does that tell you about our "plug and play" society?|||whilst agreeing with you, have you not noticed that most of our road signs to places have mysteriously disappeared, you just cannot use road signs any longer.. they are not there...and the signs that are there are usually misleading and sometimes incorrect. what about getting the signs back .then we might not be so dependant on using sat navs .|||Map reading is all well and good, but listening to a voice is a lot safer, and easier than stopping every five minutes to read a map.
I think every satnav, when first activated, should be required by law to tell the driver to drive over the nearest 200ft cliff - that'd get rid of all the idiots overnight.|||sat navs do it for you becouse we are to lazy, and dont trust the sat nav, I got one for speed cameras only
Whatever happened to good old fashioned map reading?|||This is true, you do have to use some extra care using them. I can't help thinking that all cars will be built with them soon and they'll be used to collect more speeding fines from us one day. Another method of Big Brother watching us.|||A sat nav only works if the user has some modicum of common sense. unfortunately its human nature to listen to a machine (designed by other faulted human beings) that is meant to give you the 'best route'. the machine said it so it must be true! perhaps there should be a 'common sense' test before anyone is allowed to buy one?|||I've been using satnav for a while now to get to rugby grounds with my son and have never been given wrong directions by it but I still have a road atlas too......just in case.|||map reading in traffic is problematic and can be dangerous.
i recently used one of these things for a work activity which had me going to several sites in a city unfamiliar to me. it was so damn easy to do without having to read the map on the passenger seat and drive and watch out for other lost idiots (like me)
They still have one or two issues at the moment. like my one telling me to drive over a freeway on a pedestrian overpass, or to do a u-turn on the harbour bridge.
these are suggestions from this piece of technology, it takes a brain to make the best use of them. the brainless, or the hard of thinking amongst us will always have problems, even with maps.|||It is fast becoming a lost art, and most people are getting too lazy to use their brains to figure a route.|||Hiya. I work with an organisation that promotes all kinds of navigation - both electronic and human - and it's very true that there is a perception among drivers that once you have a satnav installed, you don't need to think about navigation any more. This is plainly gibberish - the machine is designed to be a navigation AID, not a replacement brain. We recently held a seminar for satnav makers and mapping companies, and they are working to make sure things like the examples you mention don't happen - the technology now exists to make roadwidth judgements and ensure the road is suitable for your vehicle, for instance. But it simply can't replace your brain.
My favourite example of satnav misuse used to be the one where the woman drove into the river, but I've got a better one now. This is absolutely true - I reported on it a couple of months ago. A woman following her satnav was told to take the next left turn. She obediently did so, which would have been fine, had she not been waiting at a level crossing at the time. It wasn't even an automatic level crossing. To obey her satnav, she had to get out of the car, open a gate, drive onto a RAILWAY TRACK, go back and close the gate after herself, turn left and drive up the track for two miles before thinking - get this - that "her satnav had steered her wrong".
She delayed trains for a couple of hours, but was released without charge because the police said it was an "honest mistake", if a very stupid one. They did tests, and there was absolutely nothing wrong with the satnav - except its inherent assumption of human intelligence, evidently.
But to answer your actual question, car insurance firm esure recently released a report they'd collated, claiming that "11 million Brits would now fail the Cub Scout map reading badge." Not Boy or Girl Scout, you understand - CUB Scout. What does that tell you about our "plug and play" society?|||whilst agreeing with you, have you not noticed that most of our road signs to places have mysteriously disappeared, you just cannot use road signs any longer.. they are not there...and the signs that are there are usually misleading and sometimes incorrect. what about getting the signs back .then we might not be so dependant on using sat navs .|||Map reading is all well and good, but listening to a voice is a lot safer, and easier than stopping every five minutes to read a map.
I think every satnav, when first activated, should be required by law to tell the driver to drive over the nearest 200ft cliff - that'd get rid of all the idiots overnight.|||sat navs do it for you becouse we are to lazy, and dont trust the sat nav, I got one for speed cameras only
Where can I get a free update for my Nissan Almira Satellite Navigation (2002)?
The link below should assist you...
TomTom ONE v4 Satellite Navigation System ?
hi
thinking of buying the above satnav,does any one now how much it costs for the camera updates and how long the ones last on it when you buy it to the time you needs to update it ?
thanks|||拢19.95 for a year.
It doesn't matter which model as its a common file.
Providing you register with them they will email you when it's due|||As fellside says 19.95 for a year. The pre-loaded camera file possibly allows one update to the current version after purchase, but there are weekly updates. I would see how long the free updates last and then buy a year's subscription. On line it can be done instantly provided you have a good internet connection and have installed the TomTom Home software
thinking of buying the above satnav,does any one now how much it costs for the camera updates and how long the ones last on it when you buy it to the time you needs to update it ?
thanks|||拢19.95 for a year.
It doesn't matter which model as its a common file.
Providing you register with them they will email you when it's due|||As fellside says 19.95 for a year. The pre-loaded camera file possibly allows one update to the current version after purchase, but there are weekly updates. I would see how long the free updates last and then buy a year's subscription. On line it can be done instantly provided you have a good internet connection and have installed the TomTom Home software
Why is the satellite navigation system tom tom called tom tom?
it is an abbreviation of the journey TO and frOM. which makes TOM TOM (to -from, to-from)
I just made that all up but it sounds convincing.|||cuz this guy was soo obsesed wid himself|||Well----- a Tom Tom is a drum, and it may tell you where to go-----other than that ----------Don't know! a very good question though!!|||The name was chosen because the partners in the company liked the sound of the name (look at the entry for 2001 at the link below)
It also says at the bottom of the page:-
"Why "TomTom"?
Some experts say that language may have begun with drumming, and simple drums like the double-headed Native American tom-tom and the talking drums of Africa, have always been used for signaling, imitating the pitch patterns of language and transmitting messages over many miles. Just like us."
I just made that all up but it sounds convincing.|||cuz this guy was soo obsesed wid himself|||Well----- a Tom Tom is a drum, and it may tell you where to go-----other than that ----------Don't know! a very good question though!!|||The name was chosen because the partners in the company liked the sound of the name (look at the entry for 2001 at the link below)
It also says at the bottom of the page:-
"Why "TomTom"?
Some experts say that language may have begun with drumming, and simple drums like the double-headed Native American tom-tom and the talking drums of Africa, have always been used for signaling, imitating the pitch patterns of language and transmitting messages over many miles. Just like us."
Do UK Satellite Navigation (sat nav) systems work in America?
Hi! We are thinking of going to California for a driving holiday later in the year. We have also been considering buying a Sat Nav for general use in the UK. We were wondering whether if we bought one now it would also cover the US, as if just some do it would affect which one we chose. Which make/model would be our best option (no idea on budget as we've not looked around yet - but preferably not the top of the range very expensive ones). Something straight forward to use would be best. Thanks for your time.|||Most (like Tom Tom) only cover Uk and Europe but I believe you can download upgrades from the internet to some models for other countries.
Check out
http://www.tomtom.com/products/maps/?TT=鈥?/a>|||There's nothing to stop it from technically working, but if it doesn't have the map data for the US then it's pretty useless!|||depends .. you have to get ones that support the US
optitional cost..
and also default it to america..
tom tom are the most known one. but if you get it with america maps on.. obviously u will have to pay for the UK ones..
they aren't that expensive , so due to warrenty issues.. etc would be better to get one in the uk|||A GPS will work anywhere in the world. The satellites they use orbit the entire earth and can be received anywhere. As the others point out, you need the appropriate maps. Most of the brands offer downloads for areas they don't have installed when purchased. Just make sure that the one you buy does offer this download service.
Check out
http://www.tomtom.com/products/maps/?TT=鈥?/a>|||There's nothing to stop it from technically working, but if it doesn't have the map data for the US then it's pretty useless!|||depends .. you have to get ones that support the US
optitional cost..
and also default it to america..
tom tom are the most known one. but if you get it with america maps on.. obviously u will have to pay for the UK ones..
they aren't that expensive , so due to warrenty issues.. etc would be better to get one in the uk|||A GPS will work anywhere in the world. The satellites they use orbit the entire earth and can be received anywhere. As the others point out, you need the appropriate maps. Most of the brands offer downloads for areas they don't have installed when purchased. Just make sure that the one you buy does offer this download service.
For Navigation satellite, elevation angle E= -10 deg. Is it possible?
In a scientific discussion, someone showed some data for navigation satellite with elevation angle E = -10 to +15 degree. I asked that E(min) = 5 deg. How come it be negative? The answer I got, ' for navigation satellite negative E is also acceptable'. I asked again what is the physical meaning of negative E. But I was neglected... Please help me out.. I really want to know...was I correct or not ?|||I was told a negative elevation angle of 10 degrees, means it is 10 degrees BELLOW your horizon.
Elevation angles are normally calculated relevant to the equator. This is because satellites have to orbit at a fixed height if they are to remain geostationary and this takes least energy at the equator due to the Earth's angular velocity being greatest there.
You might want to check out "inclined orbits" as well? They are similar, but relevant to the equator, rather than your horizon.
I hope this helps!|||hi...the possible answer to your question is...because the horizon is approx 11 miles standing at sea level, then, because of the curvature of the earth then the satellite elevation can/could be below the earths curvature which could aquate to the reading of -10 degrees.
therefore as stated...angle E = -10 to +15
10 deg below the curvature, and, 15 deg above the curvature.
Elevation angles are normally calculated relevant to the equator. This is because satellites have to orbit at a fixed height if they are to remain geostationary and this takes least energy at the equator due to the Earth's angular velocity being greatest there.
You might want to check out "inclined orbits" as well? They are similar, but relevant to the equator, rather than your horizon.
I hope this helps!|||hi...the possible answer to your question is...because the horizon is approx 11 miles standing at sea level, then, because of the curvature of the earth then the satellite elevation can/could be below the earths curvature which could aquate to the reading of -10 degrees.
therefore as stated...angle E = -10 to +15
10 deg below the curvature, and, 15 deg above the curvature.
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