Branners Posted February 26, 2012 Author Share Posted February 26, 2012 Not sure if the Garmin is or not, I can only go on the screen shots I have seen. I may get a Garmin from Argos just to try out and then hand back to them. I will be sticking with the Tomtom XXL, so long as I can get a new unit with the original OS on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Not sure if the Garmin is or not, I can only go on the screen shots I have seen. I may get a Garmin from Argos just to try out and then hand back to them. I will be sticking with the Tomtom XXL, so long as I can get a new unit with the original OS on it. Ok I await your review Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Sorry to be a numpty here but would this one do what I / we require to stop me getting lost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Sorry to be a numpty here but would this one do what I / we require to stop me getting lost? No as it doesnt have european maps I think the cheapest one are in JB's links Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 No as it doesnt have european maps I think the cheapest one are in JB's links Oops - linked wrong one! http://www.amazon.co.uk/Garmin-1340-Widescreen-Western-Europe/dp/B0021L9BJC/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1330370223&sr=1-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Or this? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Garmin-Nuvi-2240-European-Mapping/dp/B00421BLRO/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top I am a bit confused by what we are going to need TBH. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Or this? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Garmin-Nuvi-2240-European-Mapping/dp/B00421BLRO/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top I am a bit confused by what we are going to need TBH. I think the problem is we arn't going to places but gps coordinates which JB is providing, so if you get seperated you can still find your way. So you need one with itinerary planning to be able to insert a string or coordinates for our route. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I think the problem is we arn't going to places but gps coordinates which JB is providing, so if you get seperated you can still find your way. So you need one with itinerary planning to be able to insert a string or coordinates for our route. I think I will await a decision as to which ones provide that function as, to be honest, you might just as well have written that in Swahili for all I understood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted February 27, 2012 Author Share Posted February 27, 2012 CJ, I have always used Tomtom so I'm sticking with what I know. ScottC uses a Garmin and may be able to give you a better view of which model is best. I think all garmins have itinerary planning, but the latest Tomtoms dont. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I think I will await a decision as to which ones provide that function as, to be honest, you might just as well have written that in Swahili for all I understood I am also fluent in double dutch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 CJ, I have always used Tomtom so I'm sticking with what I know. ScottC uses a Garmin and may be able to give you a better view of which model is best. I think all garmins have itinerary planning, but the latest Tomtoms dont. Thanks JB I have used Garmin in the past and found them very good. I currently have one like you - a jimmy joke shop Binatone that works "OK" in this country but certainly not good enough for overseas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I am also fluent in double dutch I have a PHD in inane drivel - we should get on well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branners Posted February 27, 2012 Author Share Posted February 27, 2012 Thanks JB I have used Garmin in the past and found them very good. I currently have one like you - a jimmy joke shop Binatone that works "OK" in this country but certainly not good enough for overseas. My Binatone has the european maps on it and it works pretty well, the screen is just a little small and the maps are a little out of date now..So it was time for an upgrade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 My Binatone has the european maps on it and it works pretty well, the screen is just a little small and the maps are a little out of date now..So it was time for an upgrade. I've not managed to work out how to convert mine to Tom Tom maps and get the euro maps on. Maybe its time for Josh to spend a bit of money and upgrade us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottC Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I'll try and give Garmin a call tomorrow and find out which models let you upload custom routes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TT Paul Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 any one got the info for route to suit tomtom postcodes or file ta. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottC Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 any one got the info for route to suit tomtom postcodes or file ta. You what? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 Calm down. Plenty of time yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraDan24 Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 Maybe he just wants to test his satnav to see if it works? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottC Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 Paul I can send you a test file if thats what you're after? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TT Paul Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 Paul I can send you a test file if thats what you're after? ye please scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wile e coyote Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 I have tested the test file on the new tomtom os and works fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 I have tested the test file on the new tomtom os and works fine Which tomtom is that for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wile e coyote Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 Mine is tomtom xl live Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 I've been looking at the garmin nuvi 1340 and the Tom Tom start classic as both offer uk and European maps and are for sale on amazon at £85 and £90 respectively. Are these good value and more to the point, suitable for our needs on the trip? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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