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avtur Member Since: 11 Nov 2006 Location: Stockport Posts: 1306 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
So I guess if one is comparing TomTom vs Built in Satnav this something to consider. Must admit i'd be lost (no pun intended!) without my downloaded poi files. |
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scotster Member Since: 29 Oct 2007 Location: Richmond, West London. Posts: 241 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I have no experiance of the LR sat nav but have a used TT720 extensively.
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BeebOm Member Since: 04 Dec 2007 Location: near Brussels Posts: 18 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Last saturday, I got my FL2 S with a Kenwood SatNav installed by the dealer. For those who have used the Garmin N�vi, it is very similar (actually, it is powered with a Garmin software). I like it very much and it fits into the "black hole" of the FL2. |
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AlexG Member Since: 15 Mar 2008 Location: Hertfordshire Posts: 16 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I do see what you mean Scotster. That's a big list of benefits for a the non-integrated solution. However, one of the main reasons I chose the HSE I have just ordered is because the built in system will be more convenient and safer.
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scotster Member Since: 29 Oct 2007 Location: Richmond, West London. Posts: 241 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Hi Alex.
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jimbob4755 Member Since: 16 Mar 2008 Location: London Posts: 133 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
The Satnav determined the level of spec of SE for me and I have no complaints (as yet). Whilst Traffic info is provided carried via Classic FM, the only update I am aware of is that you would need to purchase a DVD yearly update |
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npinks Member Since: 28 Jun 2007 Location: Ls25 Posts: 20092 ![]() ![]() |
when you do send me a copy |
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jimbob4755 Member Since: 16 Mar 2008 Location: London Posts: 133 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
September is the date for my update |
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Dave Member Since: 04 Jul 2007 Location: Somewhere Near You Posts: 2666 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
I bought the GS model then bought a garmin Nuvi 250W. It does everything I want in a Satnav, is a lot cheaper than LR's, fits in the hole in the dash nicely, has a sexy voice to boot and I've decided to call her "Suzi Satnav" |
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Martin Site Admin & Owner Member Since: 18 Feb 2006 Location: Hook Norton Posts: 977 ![]() ![]() |
No known way to edit the KIWI format map files on the DVD to add POIs yet, sorry ![]() |
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jimbob4755 Member Since: 16 Mar 2008 Location: London Posts: 133 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
My experience of prior portable satnav was a Navman, it was great while the sun was shining! and several 'dead' spots were annoying- now in my daughters FLR1, she gets lost easily anyway |
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jules1967 Member Since: 02 Feb 2008 Location: Leeds Posts: 170 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
The plus side of built in satnav is the wheel sensor for when you're out of range (in a tunnel), that fact that it knows where it is instantly and the built in 'look & feel'. Other than that, any built in sat nav is IMO is no better than a tomtom. I've used the Merc command system and have the FL one in our SE. Yes they look great, but functionally they aren't really any better than a tomtom.
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avtur Member Since: 11 Nov 2006 Location: Stockport Posts: 1306 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
As I may have mentioned before (yawn!) I cover a lot miles up and down the length of th UK, I'm constantly surprised at the number of premium cars (e.g.BMW, Mercs and the like) I see sporting portable satnavs. I've even seen the odd Roller and Bentley with a TT stuck on the windscreen. I can only presume that the 'safety camera' warnings are of particular interest?? |
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jules1967 Member Since: 02 Feb 2008 Location: Leeds Posts: 170 ![]() ![]() ![]() |
One of the things about the tomtom is that it is on the screen directly in the line of sight, so you can look at it whilst still watching the road.
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