MadGrip

I bought this the other day

and want to use it as part of a GPS system ,but what else do i need? Obviously i need software and a GPS reciever, but which ones ? and do i need more memory to hold the maps ?

Spec of the unit is below, any advise appreciated

400MHz PXA255 Processor. 96MB Memory, 64SDRAM/32NAND Integrated Wi-Fi, 802.11b 3.8” TFT Transreflective LCD 240 x 320 Resolution 64k Color Reflective TFT SD and CF Expansion Slot Microsoft Software High Speed USB Cradle Rechargeable LiIon Battery Toshiba Pocket PC e755, USB Cradle, 10W AC Adapter, 1-Stylus, Soft Case, Quick Start Card, Warranty Card, and Companion CD (includes Microsoft® Active Sync® 3.7, Microsoft® Transcriber, Microsoft® Outlook®, and Adobe Acrobat® Reader for Pocket PC). Featuring the power-saving Intel PXA255 processor
Operating System: Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 Processor: Intel® PXA255 processor 400MHz Display Type: 3.8” TFT Transreflective Color display (240 x 320 portrait resolution w/64K colors) 96MB (64MB SDRAM/32MB NAND) memory Input Method: Stylus, Touch Screen Communication Port(s): Integrated Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b), 1-RGB (Monitor) port and 1-USB port,1-Type I/II CF Card Slot (3.3V), 1-SD (Secure Digital) card slot (3.3V) Infrared Port: IR (115Kbps) Speaker & Microphone


Thanks in advance

Phil

gregh

http://www.pocketgps.co.uk/

MadGrip

thanks for the URL, I think it'll help..

Just going to have to register and as well

Suka

I would recommend the Kane Car Pilot Plus.

http://www.kanegear.com/newproducts.php

3times

Madgrip,
I have the same PDA. Best thing to do is to load the navigation software into the main memory and the maps onto the SD card. I have got a 128mb card which is more than enough for the UK.

I am unsure which way to go for GPS (originally tried to connect via Road Angel but could not get right cables).

MadGrip

Its n old post.. but i got the pda.. had it running for just over 3 months with GPS & tomtom but it now refuses to even turn on...it was good while it lasted though..


does any body know anyone whoe repairs PDA's ???

Phil

pbee

Mad grip

If a PDA loses battery power than can get into a state where they cannot power on even with the charger plugged in.

Use the original base charger and leave the pda in it for at least 24hours, this should kick the battery into life, (My Ipaq needs a PC USB connection before it will turn on also when in this state) be very wary of leaving it with no / little charge for a period of time.

MadGrip

I've tried doing the hard & soft reset but it still wont turn on.If I put it on the cradle to charge ,after a while the light turns yellow(overheating) and the battery is hot to the touch.

when I used to put it in the usb cradle it used to turn on automatically,but not it dosnt.

Think it maybe Fcked.

I've tried everything I can think of but I still cant get it to switch on.

any other ideas ???

Phil

3times

Madgrip,
What GPS did you use. I have also got Tom Tom?