Gadget : GPS device on bikes

[scuddy]

using this now. Very good. No complaint

 

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/showthread.php/346749-WTS-Waterproof-GPS-holder-for-motorcycles

 

i have this for this for the smartphones. but it states on the box water resistant & not waterproof. it will tahan light rains but for heavy downpour, i'll take it out tho' & just put in my rain jacket. dun wanna take any chances hehe.

 

Doremi, you tried under heavy rain?

[Demon]

i am using waterproof 12v socket.. so far no problem, you can search in CMO, garage sale, or even ebay for this item

 

http://i242.photobucket.com/albums/ff236/towzatronics/STANDARD%20Sockets%20Looms%20Plugs%20Inlines/12VWaterproofAccessoryPowerSocketChassisMount.jpg

 

If you read the disclaimer on such power sockets, it states that it is only water-proof when not in used

 

Nevertheless, I have been using the exact model for many years on different bikes, there is very little risk of rain short-circuiting if the socket is positioned in a sheltered location, such as behind a wind-screen. To further reduce this risk, it is recommended to waterproof the plug (ie, the part that goes into the socket), or don't use it when it is raining heavily.

[Advrider]

I'm using the same ones from the BMW bikes. Go through heavy rain still no problem. The down side is you need to changE the socket cos it's smaller in size compared to the ones that's being sold in the classified.

[Resilience]

If you really need the bluetooth function go for the Zumo. I don't need the Bluetooth that's why I change to the Montana.

 

This is my current position and thoughts:

 

Most probably, it's either Montana or 660 for me.

 

In the meantime, I like to figure out 660's compatibility wif U Clear Bluetooth Headset Communicator as I already bought 2 sets.

 

If I buy in favour of Montana ( with its advances), I just need to plug in mono earphone into audio out of the Montana.

 

I certainly need to reexamine my self made device I made for my video cam n gps.

 

Thanks, Advrider! I accept Advrider's experience on Ram Mount holding on well as a holder, in addition to my constant fear that my iphone or gps might fly off from the velcro surface, every time I ride. Another thing is my personal fear of the fixed metal squares ( self designed holder) not far from my chest - can that pose as object which can pierce my chest? Ram Mount is jointed.

Edited December 22, 2011 by Resilience

[bOtzZ]

What u guys think of the Oregon450? Ebay selling at quite a cheap price especially those used set.

[Resilience]

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No does not work with u-clear.

 

Tried this morning: l like to confirm that U Clear BT Headset Communicator is not compatible (cannot pair) with Zumo 660.

 

I note that U Clear's code is 0000. Zumo 660 is 1234.

 

From Scuddy: QUOTE

"Huh? my u-clear can pair leh.*

I can only get it to pair with the either zumo OR iphone only.

so i paired the phone to zumo.

then zumo pair with u-clear*

but this config got some hiccup for me. if listening to music, then a call comes in, after hanging up, the music will be 1 piece 1 piece"

 

Scuddy, how come u can connect them? Share share, bro

 

Btw, there's only 1 model of U-clear.

Edited December 24, 2011 by Resilience

[scuddy]

S

 

Tried this morning: l like to confirm that U Clear BT Headset Communicator is not compatible (cannot pair) with Zumo 660.

 

I note that U Clear's code is 0000. Zumo 660 is 1234.

 

From Scuddy: QUOTE

"Huh? my u-clear can pair leh.*

I can only get it to pair with the either zumo OR iphone only.

so i paired the phone to zumo.

then zumo pair with u-clear*

but this config got some hiccup for me. if listening to music, then a call comes in, after hanging up, the music will be 1 piece 1 piece"

 

Scuddy, how come u can connect them? Share share, bro

 

Btw, there's only 1 model of U-clear.

 

Bro,

I just checked... cfm can cos i m listening to the media player on the zumo & simulating the road to my mum's place. i can hear the music & gps directions from the zumo as i am typing this.

 

u can meet me to verify.

[Resilience]

Bro,

I just checked... cfm can cos i m listening to the media player on the zumo & simulating the road to my mum's place. i can hear the music & gps directions from the zumo as i am typing this.

 

u can meet me to verify.

 

Wow, that's nice of u. I hd requested for off day this coming Tues. Tmr, I will know.

 

Can you sms to me in reply that Tues is okay to catch up with you. I will pm u my mobile now.

 

Thanks, bro!

Edited December 26, 2011 by Resilience

[Resilience]

Bro,

I just checked... cfm can cos i m listening to the media player on the zumo & simulating the road to my mum's place. i can hear the music & gps directions from the zumo as i am typing this.

 

u can meet me to verify.

 

Thanks for meetup, bro scuddy ! I really appreciate it.

 

I can hear your zumo 660 routing instruction and the media player music playing from U-Clear Headset !!!!

 

The Key is the step or procedure to follow:

 

Must master reset the U-Clear (if it had previously been paired with other BlueTooth devices). Master Reset by pressing all 3 (Answer, Up, Down simutaneously).

Must also disconnect or unpair any BlueTooth Devices from the Zumo 660

 

Next pair the the U-Clear to the Zumo 660:

a) For Pairing, Press the Up & Down together to make it discoverable

b) On Zumo Screen, Search for Bluetooth device U-Clear HBC 100.

c) On the Zumo Screen, Select & Pair the zumo with U-Clear HBC 100

 

After testing the successful connection, u can then proceed to pair and connect your mobile with zumo 660.

After a voice call, the zumo 660 needs to be switched Off, then swithched On for routing instruction to restart.

 

 

Note: No direct pairing of U-Clear with your mobile if you want 2 devices (the Zumo 660 and mobile) to work to co-exist.

 

So, I have to correct myself to say that Zumo 660 is compatible with U-Clear !!!

 

Now, Zumo 660 with BlueTooth can be one of my choice.

Thanks once again to bro Scuddy for sharing !

Edited December 27, 2011 by Resilience

[Advrider]

Thanks for your review. How about connecting the devices to the Zumo. Then from then pair to your u clear.

[scuddy]

Iphone - zumo then to the U-clear : can

Iphone itself to U-clear : can

zumo itself to U-clear : can

 

but if simultaneously wanna pair both at the same time to u-clear you can't do it. u-clear will only recognize only 1 of the 2. Unless you pair the phone to the zumo then the zumo pairs to the U-clear. becos zumo itself has 2 bluetooth connection. 1 for phone & the other for audio.

 

that was what i found out after fiddling between the 3 items. then i remembered reading somewhere the U-clear can only accept 1 active connection at anytime.

Edited December 27, 2011 by scuddy
Amendment

[Resilience]

Iphone - zumo then to the U-clear : can

Iphone itself to U-clear : can

zumo itself to U-clear : can

 

but if simultaneously wanna pair both at the same time to u-clear you can't do it. u-clear will only recognize only 1 of the 2. Unless you pair the phone to the zumo then the zumo pairs to the U-clear. becos zumo itself has 2 bluetooth connection. 1 for phone & the other for audio.

 

that was what i found out after fiddling between the 3 items. then i remembered reading somewhere the U-clear can only accept 1 active connection at anytime.

 

Scuddy, That was very good in making steps clearer - particularly the 1st 3 lines ! But the 4th line must be noted.

 

Thanks once again!

[scuddy]

Resilience,

No problem la haha i share what i know.

If anyone else has any other methods i'll b glad to learn as well.

[Advrider]

Resilience,

No problem la haha i share what i know.

If anyone else has any other methods i'll b glad to learn as well.

 

Did you upgrade the fireware of the Zumo? Seems after the upgrade my connection to U clear seems to have frequent drop in communication. I got tired of the comms breaking I changed the bluetooth to the Scala. Seems the Scala works real well.

[scuddy]

nope. i didn't upgrade the firmware. i've always believed in if the item works fine, then i dun c the need to upgrade the firmware.

Furthermore, i've read in the zumoforums, alot of them got some bugs packaged when they upgraded.

 

I like my zumo the way it is for now. hehe. can pair with my phone & U-clear. good enuff.

[Advrider]

Cheers keep it that way if it's working fine.

[Resilience]

Did you upgrade the fireware of the Zumo? Seems after the upgrade my connection to U clear seems to have frequent drop in communication. I got tired of the comms breaking I changed the bluetooth to the Scala. Seems the Scala works real well.

 

I remember what Scuddy shared about frequent drop in communication (though not with the exact words). That happens after a voice call ("communication"? ). To correct it, just switched Off and then On the Zumo to remedy the frequent drop. Definitely a U-Clear's quirk that's not with Scala's.

 

I think, when you upgrade the software of Zumo, it's best to start afresh by deleting existing pairing, then pair again. IMHO, correct me if I'm wrong.

 

U-Clear without the boom, you guess, really captivates me. The tiny microphone "hidden" or "tucked away" should lessen wind blasting on it.

I like the smallness without compromising quality sound. Also long battery life. BUT it loses out in distance intercom and clipping sturdiness.

Edited December 28, 2011 by Resilience

[bOtzZ]

Any nuvi550 users here?

 

Can the unit accept pre-determined routes from Mapsource/Basecamp so I can follow my own planned routes?

[Demon]

Any nuvi550 users here?

 

Can the unit accept pre-determined routes from Mapsource/Basecamp so I can follow my own planned routes?

 

Yes.......

[bOtzZ]

I am torn between a nuvi550 and a Oregon450. Both are about the same price.

Just asking for opinions. Which would u choose if ur buying either one?

[Demon]

I am torn between a nuvi550 and a Oregon450. Both are about the same price.

Just asking for opinions. Which would u choose if ur buying either one?

 

If you hike more than ride, choose the Oregon whereas if you ride more than hike, then it has to be the Nuvi5X0.

 

The worrying thought of buying the Oregon450 is that it could be discontinued at any moment like the Oregon 200, 300, 400x

[bOtzZ]

ok.. last question..

 

will i have issues if i purchase a GPS online from US? I know the GPS system will work anywhere in the world. But am I right to say, warranty will only work in the US.

[Advrider]

ok.. last question..

 

will i have issues if i purchase a GPS online from US? I know the GPS system will work anywhere in the world. But am I right to say, warranty will only work in the US.

 

No issues. My nuvi 550 was from there. You may or may not get the base map. But no issues if you use it here cos you can dl the mfm maps. Cheers.

[bOtzZ]

Thx bro! Just the information i need.

[belgarathc]

My etrex legend cx is getting cranky. Anybody selling or renting out etrex hcx series or the newer etrex 20/30? Let me know, thanks.