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RightWay 400 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator Review

RightWay 400 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator
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Bought this GPS for $60. The good thing is that it can be easily unlocked into a general purpose WINCE machine. The RW400 comes with a multimedia menu out of the box, where you can read txt, watch a few kinds of videos and view pics in a ugly browser. But that's far from what it can actually do. Search "towince" and download the exe into any folder on the SD card that comes with your machine. Change the GPS path to where it is and run. Voila! The WINCE desktop appears! You can view every on-device directory, edit the registry, and launch various applications---it's even pre-loaded with pdf/doc/ppt softwares. Funny why they installed all those stuff if they are not willing to show them to the users.
The copilot software is OK. Smooth interface and quite accurate directions, but 3D display seems a little lagging when there're lots of objects on the map. Not so many POIs---can not find the local bloom store and a newly opened cinema. But you can load your own POI file. Anyway, nearly everything on this device is customizable, including changing GPS software.
Power drains VERY quickly though. Need a recharge every 2 hours if used heavily.
In short, this is a great GPS for geeks who have love of such gadgets. Price is unbeatable.

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Save time and money in a BIG way. The RightWay 400 can help you save both time and money in your everyday life with its gas calculator and route optimizing feature. Simply go to the Gas Calculator and enter in the amount you are paying for gas. Then on the Multiple-Stop Routing screen enter the places you need to go. When all the destinations have been entered, tap the Optimize button. The RW 400 will create the most efficient route to get to all your destinations. A route that will take you all the places you need to go without extra driving, saving you both drive time and gas money. This widescreen model features a 4.3 inch full color touch screen, giving you almost 75% more viewing area than standard GPS models. That means no matter what view you are using – 2D Next Turn, 2D Destination, 3D, Where am I?, or Driver Safety – you can see more of the map. Plus the wider screen makes the buttons and keypads larger, reducing the chance of entering information incorrectly. The RightWay 400 is a fantastic navigation device for virtually everyone. The intuitive user interface and predictive text makes address entry simple, even for someone with no GPS navigation device experience. With street name turn-by-turn voice guidance, high quality ALK maps, your choice of 6 map views, over 2 million travel related points of interest and built-in tutorials, arriving at your destination has never been easier. In the Box: RW 400 GPS Navigator, Car charger, Mounting system, Warranty, Quick Start Guide and CD User Manual.

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Garmin eTrex Camo Waterproof Sport GPS Review

Garmin eTrex Camo Waterproof Sport GPS
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It is a bit confusing to use the menu system is odd...
But, it works ok and I use it for marking good fishing holes on a lake. Also good for back tracking to the dock after dark. Practice using it before going out in a boat...
Excellent for walking in the woods. Love the compass. Be sure to put in fresh batteries before starting trip. In fact, carry some with you...
The manual is well written and easy to carry with you with batteries in a zip plastic bag...

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Housed in a waterproof camouflage case, the Garmin eTrex Camouflage isthe perfect GPS device for your next hunting trip. This 12-parallel-channel GPSreceiver comes in a 5.3-ounce unit that is only 4.4 inches high and 2 incheswide. It literally fits in the palm of your hand. And thanks to its RealTreeHardwoods camouflage pattern, you can keep the eTrex by your side without givingaway your location.
All buttons are located on the sides of the unit, allowing for simple one-handedoperation that won't obstruct your view of the display. The eTrex features onlyfive operator buttons, making for a user-friendly design. The Garmin eTrex iscompletely waterproof, so it can take an accidental splash or dunk in the waterand still continue to perform.
Even while operating in forestlike conditions, the Garmin eTrex will continue tomaintain a tight satellite lock. The unit can store up to 500 user waypointswith graphic icons and boasts Garmin's own TracBack feature that will reverseyour track log and help you navigate your way back home. In addition, the GarmineTrex uses animated graphics that will help you identify your marked waypointsquickly and easily.

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Delphi NAV200 GPS Navigation System - NAV20000-11B1 Review

Delphi NAV200 GPS Navigation System - NAV20000-11B1
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I bought this item about a month ago and find it very useful. I live in Los Angeles so a GPS system is very helpful finding my way around. I agree with another reviewer that the load time is a bit slow, but nothing that would cause me to have an issue with it. The maps themselves are Navtech maps and are used in the majority of preinstalled GPS systems of major car makers. There are several options with the 'advanced' mode and the basic mode offers simple navigation tools. I would recommend this to anyone considering a GPS system who doesn't want to spend over $500.

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Featuring voice guided directions using built-in speakers; a fast 400 MHz processor; a high sensitivity, SiRFstart III GPS antenna; and a compact, pocket-friendly design; the one-inch thick Delphi NAV200 GPS navigation system is a great choice when you want powerful GPS navigation at your fingertips. Flexible and versatile, this system also lets you take advantage of entertainment features in the back seat, at home, or on the go; simply use the three hour, built-in, rechargeable battery.
The NAV200's 3.5-inch, anti-glare display supports a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels, giving you plenty of real estate to view the road ahead and control the device's functions via the touchscreen interface. A powerful processor quickly calculates your route using one of the most trusted mapping databases in the industry. The included 1.5 GB SD card comes preloaded with NAVTEQ maps of the U.S. and Canada. Useful and fun extras include an MP3 music player for listening to your favorite songs as you drive, a picture viewer, a movie player, a game (Othello), a world clock, and a calculator. The unit is also RDS real-time traffic ready, meaning that with the purchase of an optional TMC FM radio antenna and service, you can receive up to the minute traffic conditions along your route.
A colorful, easy-to-read user interface makes navigation a snap. Large icons help you control the unit with just a glance, and a 3D map view keeps you on top of upcoming maneuvers. Meanwhile, clear voice prompts help you keep your eyes on the road.
Installation of the NAV200 is easy, too, thanks to the suction goose-neck windshield mount. When it's time to move the NAV200, it dismounts quickly and easily, so you can take it for a walk through town or in and out of your rental car.
What's in the Box NAV200 GPS unit, cigarette lighter adapter, windshield mount, dashboard mount, stylus pen, DVD with user's manual and backup map data files, SD card (1.5 GB) preloaded U.S. and Canada map, quick start guide, and customer service card.

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Garmin zumo 660 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Motorcycle Navigator Review

Garmin zumo 660 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Motorcycle Navigator
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I have a Zumo 550 and it was with interest that I helped a friend install his Zumo 660. After taking two road trips in the car and working with the 660 I have some comparisons to make to my 550.
Let me predicate my review as it is based on the 660 Firmware update 3.20 that came out towards the end of July of 2009.
1. The 660 doesn't display all street names when browsing the map. I found my friends house using where to? button and it showed the house but none of the street names (including his street name) surrounding his house. The zoom level didn't matter.
2. Won't follow the route you specify in MapSource custom route download. The 660 will recalculate the route you download so there is no guarantee that the route you enter on your computer will be followed by the 660. You have to really get into the habit of using waypoints.
3. Construction of the 660 is like a nuvi. In fact, I think it is a modified nuvi. The USB connection on the 660 can only be accessed by removing the battery cover (which then causes an annoying message to appear that the battery cover is off) There is no tether for the cover, so if you loose it, guess what? All GPS functions are disabled! The 660 only works in GPS mode with the battery cover attached. The screen feels like soft plastic when you touch it. In comparison, the USB connection on the 550 is behind a hinged door, and it doesn't matter if the door is open or closed. So even if you break the door, the 550 still operates as a GPS. The 550's screen feels more like glass to me. In my opinion - for fit and finish - the 550 is built like a brick house, the 660 - not so much.
4. The 660 doesn't come with a 120v charger adapter like the 550 does. Both the 660 and the 550 will recharge with the USB connection but if you are planning a trip with your 660, you have a limited amount of battery power because if you plug in the USB cable to recharge it - it enters the USB Mass Storage Mode. The 550 will operate as a GPS plugged into a 12v source (cradle in car or bike) or the 120v adapter (like at home or your hotel room.)
5. The 660 utilizes a micro-sd card. Geeze! have you seen how small these are? About the size of your pinky fingernail. The 550 uses a easy-to-handle standard SD card. The SD card in the 550 can be plugged into your pc's card slot and read like a disk drive. Easy and convenient to do. The micro-sd card is so darn small, and inconvenient to get to, (you have to remove the 660's battery to get to it) it's hardly worth the trouble.
6. Never saw the lane change notice feature. Apparently none of the freeway interchanges we went through were programmed into the 660.
7. Even at maximum volume in the car, the 660's internal speaker was barely audible. This is a serious problem. You have to have all other music in the car off in order to hear the 660 through its internal speaker when using the car mounting. The external speaker in the 550's auto mounting gives you plenty of volume and can be heard over other noises in the car.
8. 660 doesn't have the screen change/flip/page button like the 550. You can toggle between screens by hitting the box button on the side of the 550 repeatedly. I find that a very useful way to navigate around the system. I could not find an equivalent key or process on the 660 to do the same thing.
9. On the 550 - touching the turn in xx miles portion of the nav map screen, the unit repeats the last verbal instructions again. I could not find an equivalent key or process on the 660 do do this simple task.
10. It may not matter to you, but the 660 is not integrated to work with XM radio and weather. One of the few things it doesnt support. The 550 will support XM and Weather if you get the GPX 30 antenna receiver and pay the subscription service.
CONCLUSION:
I still feel that after handling both units, the 550 is a true motorcyclists GPS, it does everything I ask of it. The 660 can be, but as stated elsewhere, it got released before all the bugs were worked out of it. It needs work.
It is interesting to me that Garmin is playing the field with the 660, the 550 is still a cataloged product, and is still for sale at most dealers. I don't know if they plan to phase out the 550 if and when more 660's are sold.
I do know that I'm very happy with my 550 for now and will watch Garmin to see what firmware updates they provide to address the shortcomings for the 660.
As of 07-15-2009 Amazon does not have this unit listed for sale as new. There is only one seller of this unit and it is listed as refurbished.
As of 7-31-2009 Amazon has taken this item out of the product catalog. It is not currently available.

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Take a ride on a route & explore the open road with the zumo 660. This motorcycle-friendly navigator was built to lead you on all of your two-wheeled adventures.

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Student Pilot E6-B Flight Computer (APR's Student Series E6-B8) Review

Student Pilot E6-B Flight Computer (APR's Student Series E6-B8)
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If you like to know more about pilot, this it, teach you how to convert pounds to kilos,
Nautical miles to miles, gallons to liters,
Good aid for pilot and will teach you after time the converting, the manual is helper to, and they have quiz co you can know if you good at it and thy have answer to.
Made out plastic,
Very good I love it


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APR's Universal flight planning side of the wind triangle slide shows formulae for true course to compass headings as well as illustrated examples of east/west magnetic variation. Also displayed are definitions relevant to wind triangle problems and diagrams of true heading and true course solutions. The headwind and crosswind component grid depicts the relative wind angle in a graph for accurate and easy interpretation. Nautical and Statute scales for Sectional and WAC Charts are printed on the sides of the slide. APR''s student E6-B computers which are made with paper, composite, or fiber board, APR's student computers are made with PVC Plastic.

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