Some advice please. We are planning some serious off road trips and am thinking about a topographical GPS. I know you can get detailed maps of an area, but since we're planning on being on the road some time (haven't started yet) the idea of having all the tracks and paths laid out on a GPS seems very attractive.
They look like they have a good range of options..
03_troopy said
07:37 AM Nov 9, 2013
does the hema have a glass screen like garmin etc? or the plastic screen like navman? And yes it's pretty expensive, would have to do plenty of testing to make sure it has all the features you need and they're usable.
Also in routing mode, how many waypoints does it allow you to enter in a single route plan, and is the route editable while active. ie, can you enter an extra waypoint while route is active? And can you optimise the route when planning so that the waypoints are put in order automatically so you don't end up backtracking from one to the next? (as per the Navman route optimiser)?
-- Edited by 03_troopy on Saturday 9th of November 2013 07:42:04 AM
elliemike said
08:06 AM Nov 9, 2013
HEMA Navigator is what we use.
Quite a large choice of Topo Maps to call on in the 4x4 GPS mode, various scales and detail.
Then in CITY driving mode the standard city st maps with voice turn by turn. Also all the other fruit like Light Camera locations, School Zones, etc.
Expensive when compared to some of the other brands, but then they go blank when your out of the built up areas and on dirt roads. Hema shows all the tracks when in 4x4 navigation mode.
They take a little bit of learning to use them properly. Part of the purchase price for us was 2 hours instruction in using it. Also Camps 7 is on the GPS already. We got a Camps 7 book thrown in to the deal as well.
Newgale said
07:07 PM Nov 9, 2013
Thanks everyone
There's a Hema dealer close buy (thanks for the link). I will check them out, particularly with reference to the Navigator GPS. IThe map app for ipad also looks good, but I don't think mine has a sim card, how do i know?
Sally
Cloak said
07:53 PM Nov 9, 2013
I think the ipad would need to be either a 3/4G option OR a plug in GPS receiver to work away from the network.
I was looking at one of these www.ozrunways.com/ a while ago but since I don't fly any more didn't get one.
To be honest it would be easier to simply use the Hema hardware and make do with the smaller screen.
KFT said
06:43 PM Nov 10, 2013
I think you should also check this out. It gets a good review in the current edition of caravan world magazine. good pricing and it has a 7" screen
from my own reading it seems to tick the boxes for many of the features I am looking for both on and off road. There is also a solution for tablet style devices.
-- Edited by KFT on Sunday 10th of November 2013 06:48:50 PM
Haji-Baba said
04:00 AM Nov 11, 2013
I have a very easy to use method of Navigation.
It includes, Google Earth on the Puter, 3 G.P.S's and a "Readers Digest Topographical Atlas of Australia."
I do a lot of research before a trip and the Atlas will outline the area in question, Google will pinpoint the detailed area and the G.P.S.
will direct me to my destination.
There is nowhere in Australia that the Atlas has not identified and being topographical is deadly accurate.
The Atlas is out of print and can only be obtained at book sales or markets. If i see one I always buy it as many of my friends need it too.
I use the G.P.S's in my boat and car, all very accurate.
Works for me and you can update as you go along.
Don't get mixed up, "Readers Digest Topographical Atlas of Australia." Coffee coloured book 40 cm. 28 cm. 158 maps in the book.
Have fun Haji-Baba
elliemike said
04:57 AM Nov 11, 2013
03_troopy wrote:
does the hema have a glass screen like garmin etc? or the plastic screen like navman? And yes it's pretty expensive, would have to do plenty of testing to make sure it has all the features you need and they're usable.
Also in routing mode, how many waypoints does it allow you to enter in a single route plan, and is the route editable while active. ie, can you enter an extra waypoint while route is active? And can you optimise the route when planning so that the waypoints are put in order automatically so you don't end up backtracking from one to the next? (as per the Navman route optimiser)?
-- Edited by 03_troopy on Saturday 9th of November 2013 07:42:04 AM
Think you had better go and check all that yourself Troopy.
I would want commission after answering that lot.
03_troopy said
07:15 PM Nov 11, 2013
elliemike wrote:
03_troopy wrote:
does the hema have a glass screen like garmin etc? or the plastic screen like navman? And yes it's pretty expensive, would have to do plenty of testing to make sure it has all the features you need and they're usable.
Also in routing mode, how many waypoints does it allow you to enter in a single route plan, and is the route editable while active. ie, can you enter an extra waypoint while route is active? And can you optimise the route when planning so that the waypoints are put in order automatically so you don't end up backtracking from one to the next? (as per the Navman route optimiser)?
-- Edited by 03_troopy on Saturday 9th of November 2013 07:42:04 AM
Think you had better go and check all that yourself Troopy.
I would want commission after answering that lot.
Yeah the problem there is that I have yet to find a fair dinkum sales person who actually knows anything about their products. Even at the Garmin stand at one of the caravan and camping shows they couldn't answer similar questions about a Garmin In Car Navigator (And don't even ask about the Avan rep and their extensive knowledge (cough) of their product). I have since found a couple of youtube vids that answer some of the questions, but are a bit vage on how many waypoints you can enter into the trip planner. These are functions that I actually use with my Navman and find them very useful. I was hoping that someone who owned one and has become familiar with the operation of the device may have been able to answer.
Actually, just reading back on my previous post, there are only 4 pretty basic questions... 50c commission I recon..
-- Edited by 03_troopy on Monday 11th of November 2013 07:18:31 PM
elliemike said
05:07 AM Nov 12, 2013
03_troopy wrote:
elliemike wrote:
03_troopy wrote:
does the hema have a glass screen like garmin etc? or the plastic screen like navman? And yes it's pretty expensive, would have to do plenty of testing to make sure it has all the features you need and they're usable.
Also in routing mode, how many waypoints does it allow you to enter in a single route plan, and is the route editable while active. ie, can you enter an extra waypoint while route is active? And can you optimise the route when planning so that the waypoints are put in order automatically so you don't end up backtracking from one to the next? (as per the Navman route optimiser)?
-- Edited by 03_troopy on Saturday 9th of November 2013 07:42:04 AM
Think you had better go and check all that yourself Troopy.
I would want commission after answering that lot.
Yeah the problem there is that I have yet to find a fair dinkum sales person who actually knows anything about their products. Even at the Garmin stand at one of the caravan and camping shows they couldn't answer similar questions about a Garmin In Car Navigator (And don't even ask about the Avan rep and their extensive knowledge (cough) of their product). I have since found a couple of youtube vids that answer some of the questions, but are a bit vage on how many waypoints you can enter into the trip planner. These are functions that I actually use with my Navman and find them very useful. I was hoping that someone who owned one and has become familiar with the operation of the device may have been able to answer.
Actually, just reading back on my previous post, there are only 4 pretty basic questions... 50c commission I recon..
-- Edited by 03_troopy on Monday 11th of November 2013 07:18:31 PM
I think you might still have to go to HEMA to find all this out.
That's my 50 cents worth.
03_troopy said
05:16 AM Nov 13, 2013
elliemike wrote:
HEMA Navigator is what we use.
Quite a large choice of Topo Maps to call on in the 4x4 GPS mode, various scales and detail.
Then in CITY driving mode the standard city st maps with voice turn by turn. Also all the other fruit like Light Camera locations, School Zones, etc.
Expensive when compared to some of the other brands, but then they go blank when your out of the built up areas and on dirt roads. Hema shows all the tracks when in 4x4 navigation mode.
They take a little bit of learning to use them properly. Part of the purchase price for us was 2 hours instruction in using it. Also Camps 7 is on the GPS already. We got a Camps 7 book thrown in to the deal as well.
Yeah, fair enough. Just thought you may have had a chance to actually use the different functions and be able to give an opinion on them.
Keith19837 said
04:05 AM Nov 15, 2013
I have a live GPS which constantly updates my route, points out all the little short cuts, gives driving tips, advice on my driving style and keeps up a running commentary on the scenery, points of interest and has fuzzy logic. Totally wireless, no batteries or outside power source required and always tells me where to go. Brand name?
S.W.M.B.O.
Newgale said
04:32 PM Nov 15, 2013
? wife/partner !!
brian said
06:00 PM Nov 15, 2013
Keith19837 wrote:
I have a live GPS which constantly updates my route, points out all the little short cuts, gives driving tips, advice on my driving style and keeps up a running commentary on the scenery, points of interest and has fuzzy logic. Totally wireless, no batteries or outside power source required and always tells me where to go. Brand name?
S.W.M.B.O.
When you find the mute button on that model, can you let us know!
VKPORTABLE said
01:53 PM Nov 24, 2013
HEMA Navigator HN6 is an excellent GPS.
It has the HEMA topos loaded into it, 6 inch screen as well as street nav.
It also has the Camps AustraliaWide loaded as well.
I have one and would recommend it to anyone - why? Because the HEMA guys are actually out there mapping tracks in person and checking the camping spots.
carry1 said
10:57 PM Nov 24, 2013
Hi Stewart and elliemike, (from a earlier post ) where do you purchase the HEMA navigator GPS from ? Sounds like what we are looking for. Have not seen any around.
Cheers Rita
Hello everyone
Some advice please. We are planning some serious off road trips and am thinking about a topographical GPS. I know you can get detailed maps of an area, but since we're planning on being on the road some time (haven't started yet) the idea of having all the tracks and paths laid out on a GPS seems very attractive.
Sally
Cheers
Steve
They look like they have a good range of options..
does the hema have a glass screen like garmin etc? or the plastic screen like navman? And yes it's pretty expensive, would have to do plenty of testing to make sure it has all the features you need and they're usable.
Also in routing mode, how many waypoints does it allow you to enter in a single route plan, and is the route editable while active. ie, can you enter an extra waypoint while route is active? And can you optimise the route when planning so that the waypoints are put in order automatically so you don't end up backtracking from one to the next? (as per the Navman route optimiser)?
-- Edited by 03_troopy on Saturday 9th of November 2013 07:42:04 AM
HEMA Navigator is what we use.
Quite a large choice of Topo Maps to call on in the 4x4 GPS mode, various scales and detail.
Then in CITY driving mode the standard city st maps with voice turn by turn. Also all the other fruit like Light Camera locations, School Zones, etc.
Expensive when compared to some of the other brands, but then they go blank when your out of the built up areas and on dirt roads. Hema shows all the tracks when in 4x4 navigation mode.
They take a little bit of learning to use them properly. Part of the purchase price for us was 2 hours instruction in using it. Also Camps 7 is on the GPS already. We got a Camps 7 book thrown in to the deal as well.
Thanks everyone
There's a Hema dealer close buy (thanks for the link). I will check them out, particularly with reference to the Navigator GPS. IThe map app for ipad also looks good, but I don't think mine has a sim card, how do i know?
Sally
I think the ipad would need to be either a 3/4G option OR a plug in GPS receiver to work away from the network.
I was looking at one of these www.ozrunways.com/ a while ago but since I don't fly any more didn't get one.
To be honest it would be easier to simply use the Hema hardware and make do with the smaller screen.
I think you should also check this out. It gets a good review in the current edition of caravan world magazine. good pricing and it has a 7" screen
from my own reading it seems to tick the boxes for many of the features I am looking for both on and off road. There is also a solution for tablet style devices.
www.mud-maps.com/m7/
I have no affiliation with the company.
frank
-- Edited by KFT on Sunday 10th of November 2013 06:48:50 PM
It includes, Google Earth on the Puter, 3 G.P.S's and a "Readers Digest Topographical Atlas of Australia."
I do a lot of research before a trip and the Atlas will outline the area in question, Google will pinpoint the detailed area and the G.P.S.
will direct me to my destination.
There is nowhere in Australia that the Atlas has not identified and being topographical is deadly accurate.
The Atlas is out of print and can only be obtained at book sales or markets. If i see one I always buy it as many of my friends need it too.
I use the G.P.S's in my boat and car, all very accurate.
Works for me and you can update as you go along.
Don't get mixed up, "Readers Digest Topographical Atlas of Australia." Coffee coloured book 40 cm. 28 cm. 158 maps in the book.
Have fun Haji-Baba
Think you had better go and check all that yourself Troopy.
I would want commission after answering that lot.
Yeah the problem there is that I have yet to find a fair dinkum sales person who actually knows anything about their products. Even at the Garmin stand at one of the caravan and camping shows they couldn't answer similar questions about a Garmin In Car Navigator (And don't even ask about the Avan rep and their extensive knowledge (cough) of their product). I have since found a couple of youtube vids that answer some of the questions, but are a bit vage on how many waypoints you can enter into the trip planner. These are functions that I actually use with my Navman and find them very useful. I was hoping that someone who owned one and has become familiar with the operation of the device may have been able to answer.
Actually, just reading back on my previous post, there are only 4 pretty basic questions... 50c commission I recon..
-- Edited by 03_troopy on Monday 11th of November 2013 07:18:31 PM
I think you might still have to go to HEMA to find all this out.
That's my 50 cents worth.
Yeah, fair enough. Just thought you may have had a chance to actually use the different functions and be able to give an opinion on them.
I have a live GPS which constantly updates my route, points out all the little short cuts, gives driving tips, advice on my driving style and keeps up a running commentary on the scenery, points of interest and has fuzzy logic. Totally wireless, no batteries or outside power source required and always tells me where to go. Brand name?
S.W.M.B.O.
? wife/partner !!
When you find the mute button on that model, can you let us know!
It has the HEMA topos loaded into it, 6 inch screen as well as street nav.
It also has the Camps AustraliaWide loaded as well.
I have one and would recommend it to anyone - why? Because the HEMA guys are actually out there mapping tracks in person and checking the camping spots.
Cheers Rita