how is the NAV SYS on RX8
05-24-2004, 03:41 AM
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NAV isbetter than no NAV butI just wantedto say that Ive seen NAVs on othercars that are much more functional than the Rx8s NAV --for example running completely in 3D. Theres a 3D option in the Rx8 NAV but its more of a gimmick than something thats actually functional. While the Rx8 NAV is a one time $2000 a friend toldme he pays about $50 a month for the NAV in his g35 which comesout to about $1200 every 2 years. I guess inthe long run youre saving a little more than other NAV owners who pay monthly
05-24-2004, 05:48 AM
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I like my NAV system but I would add that in dense urban areas the directions can be a little quirky, sometimes sending you into congestion when using side streets would be quicker.
Tweaking the adjustments doesn't seem to help much. After a while you can learn some tricks (such as turning the system on after you've passed the streets the system likes to use) -- but if you're that familiar with the terrain, you probably don't need the system to get where you're going anyway.
But system can be genuinely useful. And it is a lot of fun.
Tweaking the adjustments doesn't seem to help much. After a while you can learn some tricks (such as turning the system on after you've passed the streets the system likes to use) -- but if you're that familiar with the terrain, you probably don't need the system to get where you're going anyway.
But system can be genuinely useful. And it is a lot of fun.
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05-24-2004, 07:37 AM
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05-24-2004, 12:42 PM
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The only charge you could incur is for an updated DVD map disk from Navtech. The database delivered with the car in North America is from around the end of 2002. While the roads themselves may not change much, the points of interest you might be searching for may or may not be listed. The current messages I've seen on this forum suggest an udpated DVD from Navtech will be available sometime this summer for an estimated cost of $200. The upgraded DVD is purely optional of course and it's really only necessary if you want the latest and greatest POI updates or there's been a lot of road construction or new development in the area that you live in.
05-24-2004, 02:15 PM
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I love the NAV and won't ever buy another car without one. It has never failed me, has never required a reboot, and with its built-in gyroscope, I can drive in Chicago's Loop without a hiccup. I tell people to stop giving me directions... just an address will do fine. My only complaint is that it takes a few minutes to load a new address -- meaning that going to a new location can require two minutes of sitting in the driveway inputting information and waiting for screens to change. The system would benefit greatly from a faster processor.
05-24-2004, 08:05 PM
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Although the navigation isn't as great as most cars out there, it's still really useful. I found it best for night time driving because I won't have to look hard trying to find a small street with unlit street sign.
05-24-2004, 08:34 PM
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Originally posted by JasonHamilton
go to setup, then go to edit points, and remove items there. you can also rename and change icons.
go to setup, then go to edit points, and remove items there. you can also rename and change icons.
05-25-2004, 10:03 AM
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well the NAV is a nice lil toy, but if you are like most people who drive the car in the city that they live in and as a result know quite well.... is a $3000.00 NAV toy actually worth it??? Do you really think you'll actually use it much in city driving?? I doubt it; It'll probably just add confusion if anything