Aldi Offer 15th March

Lockster · 09-03-2007 02:54PM #1

I wondered did anyone have any opions on the GPS below on offer in Aldi next week?

http://www.aldi.ie/images/data_product/11283958645e4022daeebc.pdf

jameshayes · 09-03-2007 03:04PM

it uses NAVTEQ maps which are used by microsoft flight sim and google maps etc. so it cant be that bad!!

200quid is a bargain

gary the great · 10-03-2007 06:11PM

Would be intrested in this myself

gary the great · 10-03-2007 09:06PM

This looks the biz, il probly get one. One problem though, it doesnt seem to have speed camera warning like the Tom Toms and others have. Would i be able to get some software to sort this out or something? I really need that as il be driving in the Uk and theres cameras everywhere?

thebman · 10-03-2007 11:08PM

I ran into this after typing the Aldi Sat Nav into Google:
http://www.gpspassion.com/forumsen/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=40321&whichpage=2

Basically this model was out a year ago bragging 7 digit post code capability and it didn't work. They offered to take back and fix it for customers that complained. Then there are some people mad at workshop for not fixing the problem and that's it.

Might want to see if anyone updates that forum before buying it. Probably won't matter much to Irish users given the post code system we use here.

---edit
BTW, I assume this allows you to update maps after buying it. My brother has a Garmin and gets map updates. Are there Sat Nav systems out there that don't let you update maps? I was on the NavCam/Navteq website (same website, different URL's) and if it is that detailed then it is perfect for what I want it for.

gary the great · 12-03-2007 02:31PM

Nobody seems to be replying on the gpspassion forum, anyone else know anything about this or a good active gps forum where i could find out a bit more about this unit incl. user reviews?

gary the great · 12-03-2007 04:51PM

Heres the link to the official website:

http://www.evesham.com/navcam/cms/navcam6400/overview.asp?e=11DB9A2F-F39E-4D5F-A4CC-A1B61E1A37EE

It says here it warns of speed cameras to. looks good but i had a look around the net and the 6200 (the older version) had a lot of problems which would make me nervous about buying. But theres none around that offer UK and Ireland at this price, so it seems like the best option.

Do these kind of offers usually sell out really quick? I wont get to an aldi till lunchtime.

1huge1 · 12-03-2007 08:06PM

Ya these type of things sell very fast in aldi and lidl, ill be outside the one in childers in limerick a little past 8 to get mine

But I need to know if it updates roads 1st if not then I wont buy it
they say on http://www.evesham.com/navcam/cms/na...C-A1B61E1A37EE
that it gives you free speed camera updates for 6 months so I'm assuming it does get updated
thanks

JHMEG · 12-03-2007 09:25PM

The software on this is AA Navigator so there should be no problems updating maps.

We don't use postcodes here at all.

1huge1 · 12-03-2007 09:36PM

thanks

Ill be there thursday morning for sure then

nodolan · 12-03-2007 10:09PM

Hi,

I've been searching for info about this all evening.

Does anyone know if this can be used 'off-road' so to speak. I'd like a handheld GPS for trekking but if this gadget can do both roads and tracks I'd buy it.

As for the software? AFAIK it's the latest version.

nodolan · 12-03-2007 10:18PM

I registered on the Evesham website (put a load of zeroes in for the serial).

This is what you get in the downloads:

Downloads

Subscription expires 12/09/2007 22:13:21
Guides
Nav-Cam 6400 Speed Cam Subscription Guide
pdf, , posted 12/03/2007 10:32:25
Nav-Cam 6400 Speed Cam Database Update Guide
pdf, , posted 12/03/2007 11:06:48
Nav-Cam 6400 Software quick start guide
pdf, , posted 12/03/2007 10:40:22
Manuals
AA navigator software manual full
pdf, , posted 12/03/2007 10:42:39
Updates
Nav-Cam 6400 - 6 month activation tool
exe, , posted 12/03/2007 11:05:49
Nav-Cam 6400 Update File
exe, , posted 12/03/2007 10:59:26

I'll post a link to rapidshare with the pdf files if anyone wants them but I think the links above will work anyhow.

gary the great · 12-03-2007 10:34PM

I need postal codes for the Uk, which would be the main reason il be getting it. Ill be doing a lot of driving over there. pparently there was a lot of problems with the older model with postcodes but if your just using it in ireland it shouldnt be a problem.

There was alos a lot of trouble with the battery in the older model, in that it took hours to charge and if it wasnt used for a few days the battery would go dead.

Other than that it seems ok, i reckon ill buy it anyway.

It also has spped cameras in the Uk - another essential for me

Thnaks for the links above - if anyone else finds out more about it let us know!

opus · 12-03-2007 10:35PM

nodolan wrote:

Hi,

I've been searching for info about this all evening.

Does anyone know if this can be used 'off-road' so to speak. I'd like a handheld GPS for trekking but if this gadget can do both roads and tracks I'd buy it.

Not sure how good those in-car devices are for outside use, I got the Aris one a few months back & while it works grand in the car, it looks a bit fragile to take on to the hills. As well, the battery life isn't great (on the Aris at least) and you can't just shove in new batteries if it runs out.

A friend of mine has an old Garmin model from a few years ago that has survived being dropped, being left for an hour on a cairn in the rain etc. No where near as fancy but does the job in conjunction with an OS map.

Having said that, I'd still be tempted by the Aldi one as it's a very good price.

nodolan · 12-03-2007 10:41PM

Well it appears that the speed cams think works well and the battery is now replaceable.

Thanks for that opus - I had a good look at the specs and it seems that I can use it in a map only mode which would suit me as I don't do long distance trekking - I'd mainly use it for geocaching and giving coordinates to Autoroute and Flickr etc.

Here's the RS link.

Specifications

Processor:
ARM920T - 400MHz
Memory:
32MB Nand Flash / 64MB SDRAM
Expansion Slot
SD/MMC up to 2GB
GPS:
Sirf Star III
Touch screen:
Resistive Type Touch Panel
Display:
3.5" 65K Colour TFT LCD, LED Backlight
Battery:
Internal Rechargeable Lithium Polymer1350mAh - 3-4 Hours Navigation
Dimensions:
92 x 20 x 75mm
Accessories supplied
Car Charger, Car Mount, SD Card, Backup CD, USB Sync Cable, Carry Pouch, AC Adapter, Stylus, 256MB SD Card (Pre-Loaded)

EyesOnly · 12-03-2007 10:48PM

dumb question but what do they mean by "Nav-Cam 6400 - 6 month activation tool" i take it is free Speed Cam updates for 6 months? or all updates i.e maps etc..?

mkennedy · 13-03-2007 02:13AM

what is aldi's policy re returning this if it turns out it doesn't suit you.

also, how do you actually update the mapping on it- do you need to connect it to a pc and download the update from the site thru' the pc.
(sorry i'm not familiar with these standalone gps devices tbh).
and how long are the updates available for?

nodolan · 13-03-2007 09:08AM

I don't think Aldi operate like Argos - if it doesn't suit you that is. I suppose it depends on the manager of the local store as well.

The updates come through a USB cable attached to your PC attached to the net - yes for 6 months AFAIK.

mkennedy · 13-03-2007 01:40PM

nodolan wrote:

I don't think Aldi operate like Argos - if it doesn't suit you that is. I suppose it depends on the manager of the local store as well.

The updates come through a USB cable attached to your PC attached to the net - yes for 6 months AFAIK.

thanks.

jjbrien · 13-03-2007 02:34PM

I am wondering anout this device does anybody know the coverage of Ireland what precentage is it? There is a simular GPS in xtra-vision at present for €199.99 but it only has 40% coverage of Ireland. I wonder about this one.

sharkman · 13-03-2007 04:39PM

gary the great wrote:

I need postal codes for the Uk, which would be the main reason il be getting it. Ill be doing a lot of driving over there. pparently there was a lot of problems with the older model with postcodes but if your just using it in ireland it shouldnt be a problem.

There was alos a lot of trouble with the battery in the older model, in that it took hours to charge and if it wasnt used for a few days the battery would go dead.

Other than that it seems ok, i reckon ill buy it anyway.

It also has spped cameras in the Uk - another essential for me

Thnaks for the links above - if anyone else finds out more about it let us know!

You can download postcode overlays from a number of sites.

1huge1 · 13-03-2007 08:20PM

nodolan wrote:

I registered on the Evesham website (put a load of zeroes in for the serial).

This is what you get in the downloads:

Downloads

Subscription expires 12/09/2007 22:13:21
Guides
Nav-Cam 6400 Speed Cam Subscription Guide
pdf, , posted 12/03/2007 10:32:25
Nav-Cam 6400 Speed Cam Database Update Guide
pdf, , posted 12/03/2007 11:06:48
Nav-Cam 6400 Software quick start guide
pdf, , posted 12/03/2007 10:40:22
Manuals
AA navigator software manual full
pdf, , posted 12/03/2007 10:42:39
Updates
Nav-Cam 6400 - 6 month activation tool
exe, , posted 12/03/2007 11:05:49
Nav-Cam 6400 Update File
exe, , posted 12/03/2007 10:59:26

I'll post a link to rapidshare with the pdf files if anyone wants them but I think the links above will work anyhow.

thats 6 months free updates on speed camera ya but are the updates on maps always free or 6 months too?

jjbrien · 14-03-2007 09:47AM

Can abody answer my question what is the coverage of Ireland on this product?

mkennedy · 14-03-2007 01:36PM

jjbrien wrote:

Can abody answer my question what is the coverage of Ireland on this product?

likely to be fairly complete, i'd say.
it's aa navigator which uses navteq data.

I emailed aa navigator a few months ago about just their software product alone and they said it was the "best coverage so far".

jjbrien · 14-03-2007 01:55PM

mkennedy wrote:

likely to be fairly complete, i'd say.
it's aa navigator which uses navteq data.

I emailed aa navigator a few months ago about just their software product alone and they said it was the "best coverage so far".

seems good enough to me i will be in aldi tomrrow to get one.

mkennedy · 14-03-2007 04:48PM

jjbrien wrote:

seems good enough to me i will be in aldi tomrrow to get one.

I just googled aa navigator ireland mapping - these links might be worth a look:
www.aanavigator.com/software/index.asp and
www.stalltheball.com/index.php/2006/09/13/aa_navigator_2006_for_ireland

gary the great · 15-03-2007 09:49AM

Just missed out by 1 person. Feck it anyway. If anyone sees any for sale aroud the country get me one and i'll give you the money for it!

Feck it anyway, 1 poxy person ahead of me.

craichoe · 15-03-2007 12:48PM

Woo hooo

Cracking piece of Kit,

Republic of Ireland mapping is spot on and even finds places in the back arse of nowhere, like Stuff outside dingle, petrol stations etc ... restaurants ... very good for 200 yoyos i must say !!!!

gary the great · 15-03-2007 12:55PM

craichoe wrote:

Woo hooo Cracking piece of Kit,

Republic of Ireland mapping is spot on and even finds places in the back arse of nowhere, like Stuff outside dingle, petrol stations etc ... restaurants ... very good for 200 yoyos i must say !!!!

Thanks for rubbing it in :mad:

Glad its good, will keep an eye out for on ein the future.

Aldi seems to be the only place that sells them, cant get it online anywhere either, not even ebay

JHMEG · 15-03-2007 01:22PM

craichoe wrote:

Woo hooo Cracking piece of Kit,

Republic of Ireland mapping is spot on and even finds places in the back arse of nowhere, like Stuff outside dingle, petrol stations etc ... restaurants ... very good for 200 yoyos i must say !!!!

Quick one: can it find banks or ATMs in Ireland?

craichoe · 15-03-2007 02:01PM

Banks not ATMS, Service Stations, restaurants and many more

Aldi Offer 15th March

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