GPS Accessories

How to Buy Map Software For Your Hand-held GPS Device

By BASHARAT SHAH, MD

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Navigation is not just about buying map software and installing it in a GPS device. My focus will be on GPS navigation on a hand held or a smart phone. Take these steps into consideration while shopping for your GPS map software... more »

How to Buy a GPS and Satellite Radio Receiver for Your Car

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You can now buy a GPS (Global Positioning System) navigation system that includes satellite radio. This combination may be expensive but worth it if you want both functions. Follow the instructions below to buy a GPS and satellite radio receiver ... more »

How to Compare GPS Models Before Purchasing One

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Your first task in buying a GPS system is to determine what features you need. Follow these steps to compare GPS models... more »

How to Buy a GPS Navigator Receiver for Your Car

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You'll find a wide variety of GPS navigator receivers on the market, from simple GPS receivers with simple maps to more advanced models with multiple added features. Follow the instructions below to buy the right device for your car... more »

How to Get the Best Price on a Bluetooth GPS Receiver

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When shopping for a Bluetooth GPS receiver, it’s important to make sure the device is compatible with your GPS interface. Follow the instructions below to get the best price on a Bluetooth GPS receiver for your car... more »

How to Get Third Party Maps for Your GPS Navigation System

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Updating your maps for your GPS navigation system from time to time may sound time-consuming and costly. But really all you need is an Internet connection to get third party maps for your GPS navigation system. Third party maps, or “free maps,” ... more »

How to Mount a GPS to Handlebars

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Bicyclists who use a GPS want to be able to see their locations and mapping information while they are riding. To avoid fumbling around in pockets or bags to find your GPS, install a mount to the handlebars of your bike. A GPS handlebar mount is ... more »

How to Connect a GPS to a PC

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GPS users sometimes want to transfer maps or tracking information from their GPS for use on their computers. Serial cables and appropriate software for communication between the two devices are needed. Be sure you know your GPS manufacturer and ... more »

How to Determine Which Batteries to Use in Your GPS Receiver

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A GPS receiver is a regular fixture in cars today, displaying location, time of day, speed, and distance traveled, But it runs on batteries, which in some GPS models can drain in just a matter of hours, especially if you're on a road-trip ... more »

How to Install an External GPS Antenna

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Using an external GPS antenna improves reception whether you are driving or hiking. Antennae vary, depending on the brand of GPS you own and the strengh of the antenna. Following the directions provided to you in your antenna packaging will help ... more »

How to Make a GPS Bike Mount

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GPS bike mounts can encounter a variety of problems, including vibrations, bump-resistance and shutting off or breaking as a result of road or trail obstacles or even just bumpy surface. While the GPS manufacturer's bike mounts do work, there is ... more »

How to Mount a GPS to a Vehicle

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As a navigational system using maps, directions and other tracking information, many GPS users want to use their equipment in the car. To use a handheld GPS in your car or other vehicle, use a vehicle mount. They are easy to install and provide ... more »

How to Shop for a GPS Case

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A GPS is a sensitive piece of electronic equipment that needs to stay clean and dry in order to function properly. When you shop for accessories to use with your GPS, consider purchasing a carrying case. There are many different types of ... more »

How to Shop for GPS Basic Accessories

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A GPS (Global Positioning System) device is a navigation system that allows users to see their physical locations according to a set of coordinates shown on the GPS. As with other electronic gadgets, there are many basic GPS accessories available ... more »

How to Use a GPS Data Card

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A GPS has a certain amount of memory programmed into it when you buy it. As with computers, most users want to expand the memory of their machines or add extra software. A blank data card allows you to save information that you use with your GPS ... more »

How to Use an External GPS Antenna

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A GPS has an internal antenna built into it so that it can read satellite signals and translate them into the tracking data or maps you see on your screen. Reception can be compromised when using a GPS in closed-off locations, such as the woods, ... more »

How to Use GPS Cables and Adapters

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GPS equipment can be used in a variety of ways. Used alone on a hiking trail, for instance, you probably do not need any external cables or adapters. When using a GPS in your car, house or to transfer data to your computer, you may need ... more »

How to Use GPS Software

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GPS software, usually containing maps of varying detail level, makes using a GPS for recreational purposes fun. This software enables you to see street-level or aerial maps of your neighborhood. For some GPS receivers that do not have a screen, ... more »

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