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    GPS Mapping Software

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by buddygunzz, Apr 19, 2012.

  1. buddygunzz

    buddygunzz Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello, Just received my cf-29 mk5 and was wondering what the users are using for mapping software(Garmin-MS streets).

    Are there any FREE software programs out there to use and not buy?

    One more question, how waterproof is the cf-29 with the regular keyboard?

    Thanks
     
    buddygunzz, Apr 19, 2012
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  2. Rob

    Rob Toughbook Aficionado

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    Mapfactor - PC Navigator 11 Free is a NICE program, especially if you have WWAN! :)
     
    Rob, Apr 19, 2012
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    unclemack Notebook Evangelist

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    Downloaded it ages ago but haven't really used it yet. Exiting the program seems a bit strange don't you think?

    Playing with OpenCPN 2.5.0 and the C-Map charts just now to see if it's worth keeping.

    I like free stuff!
     
    unclemack, Apr 19, 2012
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  4. Rob

    Rob Toughbook Aficionado

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    When I exit, I just tap the touchscreen one more time and it disappears...
     
    Rob, Apr 19, 2012
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  5. Toughbook

    Toughbook Drop and Give Me 20!

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    Buddy... Do some searching...

    You do get what you pay for. But it depends on what is most important to you!

    Look up Capt. Dogfish' posts. He gives a great explaination of the various software.

    In short... For street navigation... Streets and Trips (Cheap) gives fair street nav but the POI and trip planning features are awesome. I prefer IGuidance as it is VERY touchscreen friendly. I don't need the POI and trip stuff as I drive mostly local and want to be able to pop my screen with my finger instead of using the touchpad.

    Look some of it up... There is a ton of info here... Including topo map software.
     
    Toughbook, Apr 19, 2012
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    SHEEPMAN! Freelance

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    For USGS free topo maps look at USAPhotomaps. I'm running it on Ubuntu and XPPro. It works and shows me "what I am used to". 7 1/2 min. topog.

    TB was right Capt Dogfish has some great ideas and a bunch of everyday experience. Some play with GPS...he works with it.
     
    SHEEPMAN!, Apr 19, 2012
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  7. capt.dogfish

    capt.dogfish The Curmudgeon

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    Here is the "Azrial Search" :D its what we call it
     
    toughasnails, Apr 20, 2012
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  9. Rob

    Rob Toughbook Aficionado

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    The thought had crossed my mind to just say "AHHHHH, USE THE SEARCH BUTTON!!!! :mad: :mad: :mad: ", but... i thought I'd be nice... Thanks Rick! :D
     
    Rob, Apr 20, 2012
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    buddygunzz Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thank guys for the input and I think I found the best software to use storm chasing also "weather defender". It will gps me and track the storms.
     
    buddygunzz, Apr 20, 2012
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  11. Azrial

    Azrial Notebook Deity

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    :laugh: LoL! Thanks, that cracked me up! :notworthy:
     
    Azrial, Apr 24, 2012
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    +1 for iGuidance for actual mapping/routing. I like the uncluttered interface as well.

    S&T works well for trip planning, not so much for actual in-vehicle use.
     
    canuckcam, Apr 24, 2012
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