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Yeah, but don't forget you will lose signal once you are under the green, green, grass of home.....better buy an external antenna and don't forget to tie a little bell on the end in case you decide you want out!
No, nothing new that I know of. I haven't run the Toolbox for over a week. Dead over on the Moto forum as well. Been looking at getting MioPocket skin to work on the Moto but no luck. Got it working on my Navigon 7200 though.
Any new updates on the TN765T? How do the current owners like them so far after owning them for a few months now? With the Nuvi 1695 set to release, it'll be interesting to see how the TN765T compares to the Nuvi 1695 and also the TomTom GO 1000 Live.
Well, there isn't a whole lot of chatter going on lately, but most people seem to like the Motos. I have had some intermittent satellite reception problems, but maybe it's the solar flares???? I'll be using it along with a new Garmin 855 (which has plenty of it own problems) on a trip soon so we shall see how both accept the mission.
I like my TN555. I also purchased the traffic cord as an accessory which improves things somewhat. I am just worried because there seems to be absolutely no effort to update the device. No sign that they will ever release 3D landmarks for North America. No sign of a map update. the site has not been updated since i bought the unit.
Out of fear that there will never be an update (especially since the trend seems to be toward cell phones with gps capabilities), I am forced to either wait and get a droid phone with google's gps or get one of the newer garmins. As it is, my map is already outdated.
Basically the Moto line of PNDs are pretty good units with interesting and useful features. All we can do is wait and see what shakes out re any updates. As for maps - they are always out of date even before a new update is released. Just the nature of the business at this point. Most are a year out of date with the real world and that is consistent across all gps makers. Some are just further behind than others with inconsistent updates.
Yes, I use it all of the time. It works fairly good, as long as there isn`t a lot of ambient noise. It works better than my Magellan units do, for sure.
I never use the voice input on my Moto 765t. It rarely understands me. My nuvi 855 voice input works 100% better than the Moto. It is not perfect, but amazingly accurate and the input level and mic gain can be tweaked.
I have the TN555, and the voice recognition for the hands-free phone works pretty good. Once in a while you have to yell at it. Strangely, when you call out discrete telephone numbers, saying it faster is more accurate than saying it slower. Once you get use to calling the common names, it becomes pretty natural.
I like my TN555. I also purchased the traffic cord as an accessory which improves things somewhat. I am just worried because there seems to be absolutely no effort to update the device. No sign that they will ever release 3D landmarks for North America. No sign of a map update. the site has not been updated since i bought the unit.
Out of fear that there will never be an update (especially since the trend seems to be toward cell phones with gps capabilities), I am forced to either wait and get a droid phone with google's gps or get one of the newer garmins. As it is, my map is already outdated.
I'm not real clear on the 3-D pack for North America. I have plenty of 3-D buildings in most major cites, so I believe it was already included in the first map update. I even saw some nice 3-D terrain rendering while driving through southwest Virginia today.
Believe me, I like regular updates as much as the next guy, but with Google Search, POI updates are almost irrelevant, and since new construction has slowed so much, how much are we really missing on map updates? Just a thought...(or two!)
I know I sound like I work for Moto, but despite some flaws (no GPS is perfect for everyone), this thing is the bomb. I use it everyday and I like it more everyday. Today it even warned me of my route taking me over a road requiring special permit! Never saw that one before!
I tried the bluetooth this past weekend. Call quality was great. I could hear the other end very clearly and the other end did not have any problem either. Bing search with voice recognition was great as well.
I sent a PM to the Forum manager over at the Motorola site, asking the same thing. Basically, I stated:
"I sent this as a PM so I wouldn't stir up a bunch of needless banter, but do you have any idea when Moto is going to issue a map update or any other updated product for the 765TN? As I'm sure you've seen by my posts, I love the device, but like most techno-geeks, I get a little antsy when things go stale.
I'd be willing to pay for better traffic (Clear Channel would be great!), more 3-D stuff, branded POI icons, more exit representations, and certainly a good map update, but since this thing has been introduced, besides a couple of firmware updates...nothing! So far, all I've been able to do is update my MotoExtras subscription (which I promptly did!).
Please let me know if there's anything in the works, and if so, and you can do so, let the rest of the community know as well and I'm sure people will feel better about owning this great product!"
He responded that it had been a while since he looked in on things (probably because there was nothing to look in on!) but would inquire and get back to me. That was 3 days ago. Haven't heard anything yet.
Any response back from Motorola regarding a map/software update? With the time and effort they put into creating this GPS, I find it hard to belive they'd just abandon it. I'm wanting to pull the trigger on it, but I'd like to see at least a map/software update for 2010.
To date, I have not received a response from my Pm to the forum manager, other than to let me know he would look into it and get back to me.
I'm sure, based upon what Moondog wrote in the Moto Company forum, that there is much turmoil and uncertainty at Moto right now, so I have resigned myself to the fact that I'll just have to wait till after 1st of the year.
I may be a diehard, but I still lovethis GPS, and I only wish I picked mine up for what's being advertised now. Sure, the maps may seem old by the date code, but it hasn't been an issue for me yet...or at least not that I know of. For most routing, the major roads are already there, so I would expect little effect there. Additionally, with the phone link to Google Search, the POI's are always current (through dial up internet search) - more than can be said for any static map on other devices. As business change so rapidly these days, I would go as far as to say that gives the MotoNav a significant edge on all except mobile phones and in-dash units with a live link (like XM, etc.)
[What would you like to see added or changed on the Motonav 765t? Speed Limit Displayed on the Main Screen. Ability to remove the on screen zoom control. Speed limits for City/Local streets. Ability to select Day Night schemes individually and not in pairs.]
Real time clock on the map view At least one or two more cars or coloured arrows lol Ability to make pull out screens more opague (see through) Better scale, where car actually covers right side of road instead of hovering and hanging over the edges of the hyway, just need a better perspctive on the bootem end of the 3D mode Ability to add POI's manually
hey guys, been awhile for me in here. Ive been using my Motonav 765t fairly often with quirks and all. been too busy this fall/winter to catch up on the latest posts/info... hate to chime back-in just because of an issue, but...
UNFORTUNATELY I am NOW running into my second faulty OEM motonav car cable. (plug from lighter to the back of the windshield mount cradle)
without it, seems i can only really run the unit for bout 1 hour with a home charge. NOT good for any real road trip:(
Any luck with the MioPocket yet? Just picked up a couple of 16gig uSD's for a 20 spot and figured I'd put in in the moto. Found your post about MioP, then looked it up via website. Sound interesting. That's why I ask.
This may be common knowledge, but I had never realized this before...
If you touch and hold the map while navigating to go into "Search Mode", you can pan around by swiping the screen (it helps to zoom out if you have a lot of distance to cover). Once you find where you want to go, touch and hold the screen and a menu will pop up showing the "checkered flag". Just select the checkered flag and *poof* you will be navigating to that destination!
I also believe there's an option presented to make that place a favorite that as well (but I couldn't pay close attention as I was tooling down I-95 at 80 mph!) :shock:
I found this pretty handy when trying to navigate to a rendezvous to meet someone but not knowing what was there. Just another of the nice, useful features of this great GPS. I like it more every time I use it. Now if we can just get a map update...
Has anyone figured out how to rid one's self of the advertising line? i really do not eat at Red Lobster or stay a Quality Court's.
Thank you in advance
My Camel
To get rid of Red Lobster ads (and also Outback and most others), I just selected the Settings / Points of Interest / Vehicle / Food / Dietary Preferences / Vegan option. That pretty much eliminates all food-related advertising and POIs. I live in the southeast, so, outside of Atlanta and maybe Asheville or Chapel Hill, there aren't many vegan restaurants. If you live on the west coast, you might get a screenful of ads with the vegan option, so YMMV.
You could probably get the same effect if you choose Halal, Kosher or Macrobiotic.
I found out where to turn off the ads in the code (the "offers" will still show up in you inbox, just in case you ever really want them :shock: ). I will include this in the next skin I'm working on. (It's part of the zip file).
I found out where to turn off the ads in the code (the "offers" will still show up in you inbox, just in case you ever really want them :shock: ). I will include this in the next skin I'm working on. (It's part of the zip file).
That's a better fix than my vegan workaround. :wink:
I found out where to turn off the ads in the code (the "offers" will still show up in you inbox, just in case you ever really want them :shock: ). I will include this in the next skin I'm working on. (It's part of the zip file).
That's a better fix than my vegan workaround. :wink:
Actually, I thought that was pretty creative! :lol:
As posted in another thread in reply to a "different?" user with a similar problem -
I'm afraid you are up the proverbial creek without a paddle. As blueTOOTH said in an earlier post - "The software is keyed to PNA's ID" and cannot be used in different PNDs.
Discussion of illegal copyright infringement is not allowed on this forum and well respected by most so we really can't help you any further IMHO.
In the US you can buy a brand new TN765 for $130, so I hope you paid a lot less.
Unfortunately, any custom route sent to your unit, via Google maps, will not work......your unit will only determine the final destination that you had sent to it, and will adjust that route, by the method you`ve selected in your navigations options (shortest distance, quickest time, ect.)
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My Camel
i guess then, in conclusion, i don't need it any longer, as i know know where i am!
i must be at the end of this journey.
should not have taken that sleeping pill while driving.
zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
post script.
any changes or improvements in the 765 over the past so many weeks?
No, nothing new that I know of. I haven't run the Toolbox for over a week. Dead over on the Moto forum as well. Been looking at getting MioPocket skin to work on the Moto but no luck. Got it working on my Navigon 7200 though.
got to go looking for a Composite out > VGA Monitor for OTA Digital Sig Converter. Maybe i'll find a skin somewhere that will fit. good idea.
you're just full of good ideas this morning. must be having successfull day (o9ooH)
Once Motorola gives us a map update or firmware update the chatter will begin again in earnest. Some more info can be found at the Moto support forum at https://supportforums.motorola.com/community/accessories/
Out of fear that there will never be an update (especially since the trend seems to be toward cell phones with gps capabilities), I am forced to either wait and get a droid phone with google's gps or get one of the newer garmins. As it is, my map is already outdated.
Believe me, I like regular updates as much as the next guy, but with Google Search, POI updates are almost irrelevant, and since new construction has slowed so much, how much are we really missing on map updates? Just a thought...(or two!)
I know I sound like I work for Moto, but despite some flaws (no GPS is perfect for everyone), this thing is the bomb. I use it everyday and I like it more everyday. Today it even warned me of my route taking me over a road requiring special permit! Never saw that one before!
"I sent this as a PM so I wouldn't stir up a bunch of needless banter, but do you have any idea when Moto is going to issue a map update or any other updated product for the 765TN? As I'm sure you've seen by my posts, I love the device, but like most techno-geeks, I get a little antsy when things go stale.
I'd be willing to pay for better traffic (Clear Channel would be great!), more 3-D stuff, branded POI icons, more exit representations, and certainly a good map update, but since this thing has been introduced, besides a couple of firmware updates...nothing! So far, all I've been able to do is update my MotoExtras subscription (which I promptly did!).
Please let me know if there's anything in the works, and if so, and you can do so, let the rest of the community know as well and I'm sure people will feel better about owning this great product!"
He responded that it had been a while since he looked in on things (probably because there was nothing to look in on!) but would inquire and get back to me. That was 3 days ago. Haven't heard anything yet.
If I do, I'll certainly share...
Any response back from Motorola regarding a map/software update? With the time and effort they put into creating this GPS, I find it hard to belive they'd just abandon it. I'm wanting to pull the trigger on it, but I'd like to see at least a map/software update for 2010.
https://supportforums.motorola.com/thread/42041?tstart=0
Still no definitive answers.
I'm sure, based upon what Moondog wrote in the Moto Company forum, that there is much turmoil and uncertainty at Moto right now, so I have resigned myself to the fact that I'll just have to wait till after 1st of the year.
I may be a diehard, but I still love this GPS, and I only wish I picked mine up for what's being advertised now. Sure, the maps may seem old by the date code, but it hasn't been an issue for me yet...or at least not that I know of. For most routing, the major roads are already there, so I would expect little effect there. Additionally, with the phone link to Google Search, the POI's are always current (through dial up internet search) - more than can be said for any static map on other devices. As business change so rapidly these days, I would go as far as to say that gives the MotoNav a significant edge on all except mobile phones and in-dash units with a live link (like XM, etc.)
Speed Limit Displayed on the Main Screen.
Ability to remove the on screen zoom control.
Speed limits for City/Local streets.
Ability to select Day Night schemes individually and not in pairs.]
Real time clock on the map view
At least one or two more cars or coloured arrows lol
Ability to make pull out screens more opague (see through)
Better scale, where car actually covers right side of road instead of hovering and hanging over the edges of the hyway, just need a better perspctive on the bootem end of the 3D mode
Ability to add POI's manually
Ive been using my Motonav 765t fairly often with quirks and all.
been too busy this fall/winter to catch up on the latest posts/info... hate to chime back-in just because of an issue, but...
UNFORTUNATELY I am NOW running into my second faulty OEM motonav car cable. (plug from lighter to the back of the windshield mount cradle)
without it, seems i can only really run the unit for bout 1 hour with a home charge. NOT good for any real road trip:(
any advice/info on how i can get another etc..?
thanks, appreciate any help from you mates!
cheers,
d
https://supportforums.motorola.com/message/306515#306515
This is a discussion about using aftermarket chargers. They will work to power your unit, but you will lose traffic.
Included in the discussion is contact info for replacement.
Good luck!
BTW - take a look at the SciFi2010 skin. It's easy and works real well. Nice addition to the interface!
...wow!... :shock:
Congrats.........
i got one for my parents for xmas. so i'm really doubling down with moto now, lets hope they keep up with this line. :?
from the looks of the forums and the moto support site peeps are getting frustrated. hanging in there for now!
Thanks for any info.
If you touch and hold the map while navigating to go into "Search Mode", you can pan around by swiping the screen (it helps to zoom out if you have a lot of distance to cover). Once you find where you want to go, touch and hold the screen and a menu will pop up showing the "checkered flag".
Just select the checkered flag and *poof* you will be navigating to that destination!
I also believe there's an option presented to make that place a favorite that as well (but I couldn't pay close attention as I was tooling down I-95 at 80 mph!) :shock:
I found this pretty handy when trying to navigate to a rendezvous to meet someone but not knowing what was there. Just another of the nice, useful features of this great GPS. I like it more every time I use it. Now if we can just get a map update...
Thank you in advance
My Camel
You could probably get the same effect if you choose Halal, Kosher or Macrobiotic.
Just my 2¢.
doesn't help with Quality Inns (i think it was). maybe there's a version of "Indian Owned"??
and i don't ride a camel actually.
My Camel
thanks Lizzy Boom
Actually, I thought that was pretty creative! :lol:
I was wondering how come when I download a route from Google Maps after I adjusted the route, it reverts to what the 765t wants to do?