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That is very interesting since mine does not and also the owner's manual indicates so. Also, on the Alpine website it says that the new versions only have the female voice. Could you check and let me know what version of the software your car has and also what page on the menu gives you that option? Thanks.
May be I am confused with my '05 hybrid navi. Sorry. I like female voice better.
Anyone know a way to get out of this loop (I have abandonded hope of the NAV system ever working again and the amount quoted to me was $4400 and for a 2003 it isn't worth it)? I just want to get my AC and audio controls back.
By the way, whoever designed the system so that a bad NAV would disable your audio and AC controls is a fool.
Mrbill
23 year old male, looking to purchase my first vehicle and am very interested in the Accord Coupe EX-L V6 MT. I am wondering, though, if the Navi is worth it. I have always been technologically inclined but was wondering if the extra 2-3k is wisely spent on this upgrade? What do you accord owners think?
Also, does the Navi have the reverse camera like other vehicles with nav?
Thanks!
Thanks for the replies guys.
Something like this:
Garmin Nuvi 760
$499
-Bright, backlit 4.3" color WQVGA LCD screen for easy navigation
-Preloaded base maps of North America with more than 6 million points of interest and up to 500 user-programmable waypoints; WAAS-enabled
-Secure Digital media card slot lets you add additional storage (media card not included)
-Route planning feature automatically arranges destinations to provide multiple routes to your destination, including shortest route; trip log saves up to 10,000 specified points for easy reference and trip review
-Speed limit indicator conveniently keeps you aware of speed limits on interstates and highways
-Text-to-speech and turn-by-turn voice prompts capability provides convenient voice guidance, so you can keep your eyes on the road while navigating
-Built-in FM transmitter lets you stream turn-by-turn voice prompts over your car stereo
-Built-in media player lets you jam to your favorite music, listen to audiobooks or view photos on the go
-Travel assistant tools include world clock, language guide, currency converter and and calculator
-Built-in Bluetooth technology lets you make convenient hands-free calls using your nüvi (cell phone with Bluetooth capability required, not included)
-FM traffic receiver (included) lets you receive real-time traffic updates via your car stereo's FM frequency -Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 5 hours of power
Includes DC adapter, USB cable and base map software
Also, keep in mind, very good models are available for well under $200.
My biggest beef with my Garmin (300 series) is the mount. I'm always replacing it because its effectiveness really diminishes pretty quickly.
I really don't see the practical benefit of this.
I like the large screen, the voice activated controls, the integration with the radio/climate control and the other features, like calendar, calculator, trip computer, etc. I also don't have to haul the thing out of my car or leave it in and worry about theft.
I believe that a reverse camera is available in the Accord but not standard with the navi.
It was sad to see the touch screen missing from the 08 but it does have bluetooth that the older versions don't have.
Also, is it possible to have Bluetooth without the Navigation?
It's funny how different things appeal to different people. There are three Accords in my household, and all have navigation capability. Just plug it up, mount it, and it has it!
Actually I've been meaning to take a picture of where my NAVI sits in my 2006 Accord (where it stays typically). It is plugged up in the console, the excess cord is between the passenger seat and the console/transmission tunnel. It isn't suctioned to the windshield, but rather is sitting in the storage bin under my stereo/climate controls. When I don't want it seen, I just unplug the cord from the front of the mounting bracket and close the storage bin door. The cord is well-hidden and if a thief did see it they'd likely suspect a cell-phone charger cord.
Yes, they offer it as an accessory and call it Bluetooth HandsFreeLink. Go to the following link and then click on Accessories: Electronics. Accord 09 Accessories
It's pretty pricey. I do know that others have posted aftermarket products but I can't remember where I saw it on Edmunds.
For longer trips, or going to some totally unknown location where she wants to actively view the screen in addition to listening to the turn instructions, she'll use either the vent mount, or the windshield suction mount to get it more at eye level. She actually leaves the empty vent mount connected all the time, with a pad of paper and pencil on it. Takes less than a minute to move the GPS to either the vent mount....or to connect on the suction mount and put it on the windshield.
Very easy to move this to any of our other vehicles, as well.
We got it for her as a gift on sale for just over 100 bucks (when she got her drivers license), and this could not be an easier arrangement. Paying a couple hundred or thousands for a built in or more integration....seems 'not worth it' to me. But, to each his/her own.
On the other hand......when we are taking the Suburban for family vacations (I have it set up as a mobile office w/laptop, power, internet card, etc)....I run Microsoft Streets and Trips which has a USB GPS sensor. We then have a huge laptop screen with fullsize mapping, tracking, and road/facility details. This is far beyond anything you could display on a smaller portable or even built in Navigation unit. It's not for everyone, but with my job I need to be continually connected and availalble anyhow....so might as well use it for Navigation as well. I don't exactly remember the prices for Streets/Trips, but IIRC it's about a hundred or less for the software w/GPS package. I've run this for probably 7-10 years or so, first version I had modified my boat portable GPS unit to connect into the serial port of the laptop, to work with the mapping program. The current release with it's integrated USB GPS sensor is a piece of cake to use.
For general consumption and ease of use, in my opinion, you can't beat the currently available portable GPS units. A very good price/performer. I think car manufacturers are going to have to either make it a standard feature, or get the option price point substantially lower.....or they are going to go the way of the dinosaurs. Heck, you almost have to spend more for any manufacturers map updates, then it cost you to buy a brand new portable which would contain the new maps.
I would definitely like to see pics, if you don't mind!
Since one of the above posters mentioned that Bluetooth is an available separate option, the Navi is much less appealing now as one of the main reasons were to have the bluetooth functionality. I may opt for the EX-L minus navigation and add the bluetooth handsfreelink accessory. Now to decide on colour (Red or Black) and engine (I4 or V6)!!!!
If so, can I control those files via the OSD?
Mrbill
That's not to be, though.
Yesterday while driving the voice directions came on all the time. I can switch between the male and female voice, but cannot turn them off. Changing the voice setting from OFF to ON then back OFF did not help.
Any ideas will be appreciated.
AlanB :confuse:
Does anyone know if it's easy/hard/impossible to update the map information contained in it?
Many thanks,
RF
Good luck car-shopping. I have an '06 and love it!
TheGrad
I have a '98 with almost 200k on the clock that I bought new in September of the year.
I'm coming up on needing another timing belt, and brakes. I'm trying to find a reason to part with it and buy a new(er) one, and I can't. I still get rated mileage and the A/C has never needed a charge.
The only time it ever gave me a problem was when the original alternator quit at 70-something thousand miles. The 'lifetime' alternator I got at a Tires Plus set me back 4 bills, but it's lasted over 120k.
I was lucky enough to show a 'catalytic converter' code at 79,500 miles at a dealership - and got a free one out of the deal. If it had happened 501 miles later, it would have cost me $800.
I'm a little disappointed in the cost of the data...I can buy a new Tom Tom for $100 - and take it with me if/when I ever trade my next Accord.
Hondas - and in particular, Accords - are amazing cars - I'd buy another in a heartbeat.
https://store.alpine-usa.com/Hondadvdsales/naviorder.php
A little under $200.
I want all of you to know that I purchased this car used from the Superstore with almost 92,000 miles on it. The general manager was so confident on the car they gave me a free 3 month limited powertrain warranty along with the purchase. A week later the Navi system started to act up and I knew this would not be covered under the powertrain warranty. To make a long story short...John Mahoney (service manager) from Honda of Lisle took care of the bill and sent me on my way.
I couldn't believe it...I was speechless. I will buy my next Honda from them again without thinking twice.
So for all of you out there with Navi problems...look up the dealership and get more info.
I hope this thread will help you out.
But seriously folks, I know that the newer units are different from mine (no touch screen, etc.) so I wouldn't be surprised if the manual leaves out a few things too.
Compared to what? The mileage to the odometer? The odometer may be off... there's probably a better chance of that than the satellite being off.
The time to how long it actually takes you to get to a destination? Times can be tough to predict. On long trips with highway driving it works pretty well. If there are traffic issues or if you don't travel the speed limit, it will be off.
We may need more info. Are you talking about long trips or short?
On that same trip, the odometer and nav mileage were something like 20 miles off, which, I guess over the course of a 720 mile trip isn't too bad. The difference is regularly off 10ish miles per tank of gas.
If a road I travel often is not included on the nav software, would that have the chance to mess up the mileage reading on the nav?
Nothing that is a huge issue, I just searched around and couldn't find it being discussed anywhere
I guess I'm not clear. What year is your Accord? I have an 06 and I know the Navi system changed a bit for 08 and 09.
You might be talking about the trip computer part of the navi system. Mine lists the time and miles I've driven since the last fill-up (or reset). I do know that the trip computer and my odometer mileage are always off. I don't think I've ever checked the trip computer time traveled.
Mrbill