Things You'll Need:
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Step 1
Decide how often you intend to use the system. Inexpensive systems simply plug in to your car's cigarette lighter and are small enough to store in your glove compartment, but they're not as user-friendly.
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Step 2
Consider the layout of your car. Some systems come with a monitor that displays a map. The monitor is commonly installed on the dashboard or on a pedestal extending from the dashboard. In some cars, such an installation may block air vents or make it somewhat uncomfortable for a passenger to enter or exit the vehicle or sit in the passenger seat.
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Step 3
Select a system that features multiple ways of getting to your destination. This can include by address, by intersection, by a personal address book or via a location selected directly from the map.
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Step 4
Look for a system that gives you vocal as well as graphical directions. The systems that use a map and monitor include arrows that show you the direction of a turn and also indicate where your car is on the map in relation to the destination. Other systems use the head unit or radio to display the name of the street on which you are to make a turn or on which you are traveling. Both of these systems also give you verbal directions as you approach a turn.
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Step 5
Select a system that includes point of interest data. Most GPS systems include locations of airports and other transportation services, ATMs and banks, restaurants, hotels and a host of other sites.
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Step 6
Choose a system that offers updates of the point-of-interest data.
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Step 7
Consider installation time if you are working on a tight budget. Systems that rely on maps displayed on monitors are more complicated and take longer to install than other types of systems.
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Step 8
Once all specifications have been identified for your GPS system, price different units out. Most retailers will have demo units in-store that you can see, touch, and experience. You can always check online retailers for a better price. Don't forget about eBay.
Comments
man0war777 said
on 3/3/2009 @haervall, do we really need to know that your husband owns a Mercedes, an Audi, and you own the first set of Acura MDX? Don't you think it's rather childish bragging about what you have on here? Just my $0.02. Peace!
memroycry said
on 12/18/2008 Just as yh786515 have said,car GPS navigation systems differ greatly, so many featuers and so many different designs.Nowdays, car GPS systems are becoming more and more specially designed.What's the brand of your car?Toyota prado?Toyota camery?Honda?VW?Ford? Chances are that you will find modles specially designed for your car.The following page may offer your some insights:http://www.cnbuynet.com/car-gps-c-215.html
kobe2009 said
on 12/15/2008 This device is like a iPod holder.
kobe2009 said
on 12/15/2008 The image showed is a iPod holder. And i found a "All-in-one FM Transmitter Car Kit Charger and Holder for iPhone iPod 3G Touch Nano Shuffle" on AUTODVDGPS.COM. It is more advanced.
yh786515 said
on 3/5/2008 I have seen many navigation systems with different price range. I recommend buying a navigation system that fits your needs. The more features the gps offer, the more money you need to pay. This website offers a great GPS selection:
http://www.sonicelectronix.com