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What exactly is navigo??

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Rollin87, Feb 28, 2013.

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  1. Feb 28, 2013 #1
    Rollin87

    Rollin87 Light Load Member

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    The company I'm starting with (ptl) says they have navigo on all there trucks. I'm sure it's a GPS system but is it like a gps to track the truck if needed or an in-dash gps that gives u turn by turn directions? I know this may seem like a dumb question but I need clarification.. Thanks
     
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  3. Feb 28, 2013 #2
    stlvance

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    qualcomm unit has a gps with so so mapping abilitys i prefer my garmin as it gets updated unlike the navigo software on th qc unit. they also track the truck through the qualcomm but navigo is seperate software
     
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  4. Feb 28, 2013 #3
    Rollin87

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    Oh ok.. So it's basically a so-so gps? I would like to get a garmin as well when I get some $$.. Lol.. What kind do u have? How is the 465lmt garmin? I see they are pretty cheap.
     
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  5. Feb 28, 2013 #4
    critters

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    what ever happened to the good old map book ?
     
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  7. Feb 28, 2013 #5
    Rollin87

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    They still sell them as far as I know.. Lol.. Times have just evolved I guess.. I can't really read a map and have horrible sense of direction..
     
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  8. Feb 28, 2013 #6
    teqntexas

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    if i remember right, ffe has navigo with their version of qualcom called people-net. don't rely 100% on it or any gps that you may get. always check your maps and call shipper/rcvr with questions, at the very least ask other drivers if they have been to where you are going.
     
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  9. Feb 28, 2013 #7
    Moosetek13

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    You should learn.

    What happens when your GPS goes south and you have to rely solely on maps and verbal directions?
    Because it will. No electronic device lasts forever.

    I guess you could invest in a spare unit to keep for a standby.
    Then again, that won't help if a large solar storm hits and downs the satellites.

    A GPS is a very good tool, but you should always be able to rely on more conventional/mundane means.
     
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  10. Mar 1, 2013 #8
    Pmracing

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    Follow the company directions. If you end up on a weight restricted road, they should pay the fines.

    Compare the company directions to the bible (atlas) for logical routes.

    Compare the GPS to those.

    Use the GPS to help tell you where the roads are, not what roads to take!

    Mikeeee
     
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  11. Mar 1, 2013 #9
    Rollin87

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    Well I guess ill learn when I buy a map.. Thanks everybody
     
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  12. Mar 1, 2013 #10
    dptrucker

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    if you're gonna rely on gps only.. better watch those low bridges and restricted streets. but seriously, get a randy mcnally truckers map and learn how to use it. not that hard
     
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