Gadget : GPS device on bikes

[ChaoPuzzy1968]

guys,

 

thk u for ur valuable advise and feedbacks.

 

I have kinda of decided to get the 60csx due to its price point. I am aware of its limitations, and hence would start saving for a zumo660 (or something like it as more models appear by the time i have at least 1k for it)

 

Can I get a final piece of advise?

- To get the 60csx functional, I would have to download free Mapsource and free maps of Singapore , Msia and THailand from MFM to my computer. Oh and also to get the garmin updater so that my 60csx have the latest firmwear.

 

- Aft the downloads , I have to get it uploaded into the 60csx from my computer.

 

- and the final step is to plan out my routes on my comp and start hiting the roads!! yeeeeehaaaaaaaaaa...... (lets hope that it will go as plan???)

 

Are the above steps correct to get the 60csx functional?

 

I am also thinking of getting a powerlet installed on my bike so that i can use the 60csx with a powerlet adapter while on the move. This will allow me to conserve battery power and also to charge my rechargeable batts.

 

 

IMHO u r pretty much on the right track...but try not to download the latest firm ware until u confirm u cannot read the map, it will safe u some time n frustration

 

next if u get the csx60 n u mounted it directlt to handle bar ,try not to put the battery inside for prolong riding, just use the vehicular cable if u can , use the battery only in dismounted role the bike vibe tends to makes the spring in the battery comp loose it's spingieness after a while...then u see some flikering or powerloss effect

 

it happens to my etrex vista.... i had to give it a hard knock (enough to get a baluku) to get it working

 

alternative get a good damping holder for it...ram mount or equivlent

[donutbiker]

thks for the advise and warnin abt th spings.

 

yup.. i intend to get the ram mounts from JK. Rang him a couple of days ago, and he indicated that ram mounts for 60csx is available.

[CMYRS]

Good moaning GPS gurus & Demon, I have been searching in vain for a detailed map(routeable or not), of mongolia, in particular, roads leading from the capital city, Ulaanbaatar to the gobi desert, Tsagaan Khad/ganqimaodu borders.

 

Anyone with a solution?

Kopi on me!

[Demon]

Good moaning GPS gurus & Demon, I have been searching in vain for a detailed map(routeable or not), of mongolia, in particular, roads leading from the capital city, Ulaanbaatar to the gobi desert, Tsagaan Khad/ganqimaodu borders.

 

Anyone with a solution?

Kopi on me!

 

you want good map, buy Garmin City Navigator.

 

You want it free, get from here : http://garmin.na1400.info/routable.php

[ChaoPuzzy1968]

you want good map, buy Garmin City Navigator.

 

You want it free, get from here : http://garmin.na1400.info/routable.php

 

wow! thank for the info, Master!

[ChaoPuzzy1968]

you want good map, buy Garmin City Navigator.

 

You want it free, get from here : http://garmin.na1400.info/routable.php

 

wow! thank for the info, Master!

[donutbiker]

guys i hav alr put in my order for a 60csx via amazon...wooo hooo...

 

erm...have been trying to get feedback on a mounting systems via web search.

 

Suggested Mount:

Touratech- Good But Expensive

Ram- 50/50 some had bad experience.eg. dropping of GPS, vibration causing unit to shut down or flicker due to vibration.

 

Any advise on which ram mount to get???

 

and which workshop does a good electrical work?

 

I am thinking of getting a powerlet from limbat and hopefully he can provide a on-off switch so that I can connect it directly to my battery.

[Demon]

guys i hav alr put in my order for a 60csx via amazon...wooo hooo...

 

 

Since you ordered your 60CSx, you should quickly add the ram mount and the power cable. This power cable forms a waterproof seal with the 60CSx unlike if you are using the USB connection.

 

http://www.amazon.com/Gilsson-power-cable-5-pin-connector/dp/B00073MPA8/ref=sr_1_12?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1296614473&sr=1-12

 

http://www.amazon.com/RAM-Mounting-Systems-RAM-B-149Z-GA12U-Handlebar/dp/B000TFNLAW

 

Don't worry about vibration etc, I can assure you that the 60CSx will survive any kind of ride. For GPS mount, it's only Ram Mount.

 

The 60CSx is very versatile, it can take both 5v or 12v. Using the 12v cable, all you need is to connect it directing to the battery. If you want that power to be switching, then tap it from your headlight or one of the fuses that is controlled with ignition. if you only want the cable when necessary, then run a snap connector for easy connection and removal. Save yourself from adding another power-socket, and you can DIY.

[donutbiker]

Since you ordered your 60CSx, you should quickly add the ram mount and the power cable. This power cable forms a waterproof seal with the 60CSx unlike if you are using the USB connection.

 

http://www.amazon.com/Gilsson-power-cable-5-pin-connector/dp/B00073MPA8/ref=sr_1_12?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1296614473&sr=1-12

 

http://www.amazon.com/RAM-Mounting-Systems-RAM-B-149Z-GA12U-Handlebar/dp/B000TFNLAW

 

Don't worry about vibration etc, I can assure you that the 60CSx will survive any kind of ride. For GPS mount, it's only Ram Mount..

 

 

SUcks!!! i wish i had posted htis before i ordered the powerlet charger from garmin, i did not noe that amazon has one without the powerlet connection for direct connection to the battery.....

 

ermmm i guess i can remove the powerlet to expose the wires for connection to batt???? hv to thin k abt this.....

 

Demon thk u for the advise

The 60CSx is very versatile, it can take both 5v or 12v. Using the 12v cable, all you need is to connect it directing to the battery. If you want that power to be switching, then tap it from your headlight or one of the fuses that is controlled with ignition. if you only want the cable when necessary, then run a snap connector for easy connection and removal. Save yourself from adding another power-socket, and you can DIY

[Kazky]

MSM NT v5.07, released on 15 Jan 2011

 

http://www.malsingmaps.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=26&t=20375

 

Does NT means North Thailand? Sorry still a Newbie wif my GPS. Do u know where i can get Cambodia maps?

[Demon]

Does NT means North Thailand? Sorry still a Newbie wif my GPS.

 

If you are referring as in Garmin NT Maps, it means New Technology or compile by Garmin to give more protection of the map data.

 

Do u know where i can get Cambodia maps?

 

Paid Maps

Garmin City Navigator NT Maps https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=253&pID=89538

Third party maps - Rotweiler Maps IndoChina http://rotweilermaps.com/maps.cfm

 

Free Maps

Map Centre - Cambodia http://mapcenter.cgpsmapper.com/maplist.php?cnt=114&rgn=all

[Kazky]

If you are referring as in Garmin NT Maps, it means New Technology or compile by Garmin to give more protection of the map data.

 

Paid Maps

Garmin City Navigator NT Maps https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=253&pID=89538

Third party maps - Rotweiler Maps IndoChina http://rotweilermaps.com/maps.cfm

 

Free Maps

Map Centre - Cambodia http://mapcenter.cgpsmapper.com/maplist.php?cnt=114&rgn=all

 

Thanks for the help Demon. Appreciate the effort.

[kennyzz]

u guys got use bluetooth earpiece for ur gps ? if not it shout the direction in the public isnt it abit funny ? lol

[CMYRS]

you want good map, buy Garmin City Navigator.

 

You want it free, get from here : http://garmin.na1400.info/routable.php

 

tks for the info

 

 

and here's some info for everyone, a compass is more useful than a gps when riding south of Ulaanbaatar towards the gobi.

forget the maps, there are no roads, no signs, no buildings, nothing for landmarks but the direction of the overhead sun!~

[Demon]

and here's some info for everyone, a compass is more useful than a gps when riding south of Ulaanbaatar towards the gobi.

forget the maps, there are no roads, no signs, no buildings, nothing for landmarks but the direction of the overhead sun!~

 

any magnetic compass will have deviation error, can be as much as 30 degrees, induced by the bike frames and the electo-magnetic interference especially at the instrument areas.

 

a gps can still be very useful because you can plan the route using waypoints, as that you give you the critical information such as distance, arrival time. Just like navigating in the sea.

[donutbiker]

Hi all,

 

I need assistance again. Just got my 60Csx and got my mapsource settled via the enclosed CD and downloaded the driver software fr Garmin.

 

However, my norton does not allow me to install the MFM. I tried twice fr 2 different sites and both time , it states that threat has been removed.

 

Should I disable norton?

[donutbiker]

aft quite abit of internet search.... i managed to install MFM on my 60Csx...YEa!!!

 

anw, here's what i did:

- for those with notron, pls turn off the "download intel" when downloading and installing the MFM

- follow installation instructions as per MFM advise on their site

- connect ur gps unit to the comp for map transfer aft it has been installed in the comp

- remember to turn on the gps and also to turn on the usb interface on the 60csx

- if using a card reader to upload into ur micro sd card of more than 1G, pls ensure that ur card reader is spec for this kind of SD card.

- mine is a outdated old card reader, hence it did not pick up the sd card.he

- i had to connect directly to the gps unit.

 

time to play!! yea....

[Morpheuz]

I'm planning to get myself a 60CSx. Saw that Amazon selling at US$200. Will it have local warranty support? Any shops selling at around the same price as Amazon here in Singapore? Roughly how much would it cost here?

[Demon]

I'm planning to get myself a 60CSx. Saw that Amazon selling at US$200. Will it have local warranty support? [/QUOTe]

 

There will be support but no local warranty in Singapore.

 

These sets are highly reliable and fully tested before leaving factory, chances of a warranty claim is extremely low. Especially with favorable exchange rate against the USD, it makes the Amazon deal very attractive even without local warranty

 

 

Any shops selling at around the same price as Amazon here in Singapore? Roughly how much would it cost here?

 

Locally, the 60CSx is retailing about $420 - $460 before GST.

[Demon]

I'm planning to get myself a 60CSx. Saw that Amazon selling at US$200. Will it have local warranty support? [/QUOTe]

 

There will be support but no local warranty in Singapore.

 

These sets are highly reliable and fully tested before leaving factory, chances of a warranty claim is extremely low. Especially with favorable exchange rate against the USD, it makes the Amazon deal very attractive even without local warranty

 

 

Any shops selling at around the same price as Amazon here in Singapore? Roughly how much would it cost here?

 

Locally, the 60CSx is retailing about $420 - $460 before GST.

[Morpheuz]

Thanks Demon for your prompt and helpful reply.

[CMYRS]

any magnetic compass will have deviation error, can be as much as 30 degrees, induced by the bike frames and the electo-magnetic interference especially at the instrument areas.

 

a gps can still be very useful because you can plan the route using waypoints, as that you give you the critical information such as distance, arrival time. Just like navigating in the sea.

 

that is true if what looks like passable conditions for riding on the map differs from what is actually present.

u end up going about making spontaneous routes based on what u sight and endurance, time and distance becomes a secondary concern.

 

 

anything new & exciting happening in the gps world?

mine's 4yrs old and on the verge of replacement,

[ausa]

Need Help, when use GPS with mapSource, click Receive From Device, at the end it will show:

 

Some maps could not be opended because the following MapSource products are not installed:

 

MFM POI 110124

MFM Road POI 110124

 

what had I done wrong somewhere? what should I do with it?

[CoStar]

that is true if what looks like passable conditions for riding on the map differs from what is actually present.

u end up going about making spontaneous routes based on what u sight and endurance, time and distance becomes a secondary concern.

 

 

anything new & exciting happening in the gps world?

mine's 4yrs old and on the verge of replacement,

 

There's a new successor to the 60hcx which is the 62cx i think.. colour graphics..more powerful. if you are interested..cost about 600+ a unit.

[Demon]

Need Help, when use GPS with mapSource, click Receive From Device, at the end it will show:

 

Some maps could not be opended because the following MapSource products are not installed:

 

MFM POI 110124

MFM Road POI 110124

 

what had I done wrong somewhere? what should I do with it?

 

any particular reason why you want to receive Map from Device, especially when it is a MFM Map ?

 

Since all MFM installations will automatically update the Mapsource first before asking if you want to generate the gmapsupp.img