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#15 of 21 GPS problem by sutndave Feb 06, 2007 (8:58 am)
Last nt my NAV system got lost. It was about 6 blocks from where I really was and kept recalculating. Turned it off and on several times with no change. Worked OK after I shut off the engine and restarted. Anyone else have this trouble? My warranty runs out today, but it won't reproduce. Replies to this message: coolrider (May 27, 2007 7:52 pm) sutndave (May 28, 2007 10:25 am)
#16 of 21 Re: GPS problem [sutndave] by coolrider May 27, 2007 (7:52 pm)
Replying to: sutndave (Feb 06, 2007 8:58 am) I know this is an old post but wanted to share my 2 cents. The GPS usually needs at least three satellites to fix your location within 100yds. Sometimes (rarely) you will get only 2 other times 4-6 sats to get a fix on. I have watched sats move away unexpectedly on my boat gps and momentarily loose my nav fix. Military needs? Other factors can upset the antenna reception. My factory unit has done this. My hand/dash mount unit is notorious for it because of the factory tinting in the auto glass. I understand the last of the gps sats will be launched soon so as to provide continuous global coverage. I hope your unit was fixed by warranty if needed. Anyone who says their portable gps is better than the factory is missing the big picture. A portable unit will not dial a phone number associated with an address. It cannot call 911 in an emergency. It can slide all over dash when it comes loose from the mount. It is a good target to get stolen. Their not covered by vehicle warranty or extended warranty as mine is. There are more features to a factory unit than a portable. The new touch screen (finally) is even better. It is now equal to Toyota, Ford ect that have been that (touchscreen) way for a couple years. Replies to this message: sutndave (May 28, 2007 10:25 am)
#17 of 21 Re: GPS problem [coolrider] by sutndave May 28, 2007 (10:25 am)
Replying to: coolrider (May 27, 2007 7:52 pm) Thanks for the input. I've had the car over two yrs, and it only happened that one time. Nothing to worry about, I guess.
#18 of 21 Nav system question by ofchump Dec 03, 2007 (7:23 am)
Does anybody Know how to get the rear dvd player to play on the nav screen in the front. I heard there was some kind of hack for it but so far I have not found it. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
#19 of 21 Upgrade Navigtion DVD by magnumbeliever Jul 12, 2008 (12:08 pm)
I just purchased a 2005 Dodge Magnum R\T (yes, its a Hemi ) with a navigation system. Since it was a 2005, I ordered an upgrade DVD for the Navigation system. Does anyone know how to remove the current DVD from the Navigation system so I can install the upgrade DVD? I see the slot where the original navigation dvd goes, but I don't know how to remove it to install the upgrade. I've read the entire manual, but it does not give specific instructions for the installation. Anyone, help me, please? Replies to this message: sutndave (Jul 14, 2008 10:02 pm) magnumbeliever (Sep 04, 2008 1:46 pm)
#20 of 21 Re: Upgrade Navigation DVD [magnumbeliever] by sutndave Jul 14, 2008 (10:02 pm)
Replying to: magnumbeliever (Jul 12, 2008 12:08 pm) There's a little hole under the DVD slot, on the left side as I recall. Just push a toothpick in there and it'll pop out. I think it's covered in the separate DVD manual, but long time since I've done it. Replies to this message: magnumbeliever (Sep 04, 2008 1:46 pm)
#21 of 21 Re: Upgrade Navigation DVD [sutndave] by magnumbeliever Sep 04, 2008 (1:46 pm)
Replying to: sutndave (Jul 14, 2008 10:02 pm) Hey sutndave, thank you. I am not sure if I ever got back to you. I know its been two month, no, almost three, but I did try what you said and it did work perfect. I was able to upload my upgraded Navigation DVD.    I could never did find a good explanation on how to upload my DVD in the separate DVD manual. It was really just too vague,   So your advice was just what I needed. It did sound a little strange with the tooth pick, but once I tried it, it worked perfectly. The little door slot opened, I pop the DVD in and WOW, no more getting lost. I had know idea it would be that easy. So once again, much thanks to you and sorry for the late gratitude.

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