Factory Install Nav. Not Bad
#51
Re: Factory Install Nav. Not Bad
Originally Posted by pquig
The second picture is definitely the back of the head unit, with the nylon slider that allows the unit to slip into the dash. It looks just like the back of the radio from my '98 Explorer.
I noted that the seller does not take Paypal or any other protected form of payment. The seller is also from the Kansas City area, where the FEH is assembled.
Caveat emptor!
I noted that the seller does not take Paypal or any other protected form of payment. The seller is also from the Kansas City area, where the FEH is assembled.
Caveat emptor!
Gary, thanks for all your thoughtful input!
#52
Re: Factory Install Nav. Not Bad
"If I'm listening to a CD and need to take/make a phone call I have to go to Radio then mute the unit. At least they could have configured the mute button to pause the CD or CD DJ "
But at least they did but both of these functions on the same button so all you have to do is to use your first and second fingers to press the left and then right side of the button in quick sucession which is almost like a pause and mute function on one action.
But at least they did but both of these functions on the same button so all you have to do is to use your first and second fingers to press the left and then right side of the button in quick sucession which is almost like a pause and mute function on one action.
#54
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Elaine, in my post #46 I concluded this was the case. That must have been why the first buyer backed out of the deal. Thank God we have people we can talk with to find answers and solutions.
GaryG
GaryG
#55
Re: Factory Install Nav. Not Bad
Originally Posted by timcob
"If I'm listening to a CD and need to take/make a phone call I have to go to Radio then mute the unit. At least they could have configured the mute button to pause the CD or CD DJ "
But at least they did but both of these functions on the same button so all you have to do is to use your first and second fingers to press the left and then right side of the button in quick sucession which is almost like a pause and mute function on one action.
But at least they did but both of these functions on the same button so all you have to do is to use your first and second fingers to press the left and then right side of the button in quick sucession which is almost like a pause and mute function on one action.
I checked and yes this does work. You can use the power switch (pressing the volume button) as a poor man's/woman's mute. The CD will pick up where it left off when you turn the system back on.
Last edited by TeeSter; 10-16-2006 at 07:18 PM.
#56
Re: Factory Install Nav. Not Bad
With regard to whether the SG, pocket, or laptop personal computer can obtain the battery level from the OBD11 connection is still unanswered. After doing some research on how the Nav unit obtains this information, I thought I let you know what I’ve found.
Data is supplied directly from the controller area network (CAN) and then translated from CAN messages into audio control protocol (ACP) messages by the ACP module. These ACP messages are used by the audio unit to calculate the high voltage power flow and fuel economy screens.
I personally value the ability to monitor battery level as my biggest advantage in maintaining the kind of MPG I get. The battery level in city driving is important in maintaining A/C comfort in the summer and max FE in the winter for me.
Hope this information helps you elec engineers figure a way to get the battery level without this poor Nav unit I love.
GaryG
Data is supplied directly from the controller area network (CAN) and then translated from CAN messages into audio control protocol (ACP) messages by the ACP module. These ACP messages are used by the audio unit to calculate the high voltage power flow and fuel economy screens.
I personally value the ability to monitor battery level as my biggest advantage in maintaining the kind of MPG I get. The battery level in city driving is important in maintaining A/C comfort in the summer and max FE in the winter for me.
Hope this information helps you elec engineers figure a way to get the battery level without this poor Nav unit I love.
GaryG
#57
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For those of you out there claiming that the factory Nav is "not that bad".....go test drive a Toyota Camry Hybrid with their NAV system. My mom just bought one of these and the system is...... WOW!
Huge screen....the screen is the size of the entire Ford unit. The screen is bright, clear and colorful. The maps are so much nicer than the crappy little blue and white lines we get. The database of POI's is outstanding and easy to use. The routing gives you 3 options to choose from each time. Did I mention it is a touchscreen???? Oh, and you can talk to the system too....the only talking I do to the Ford one is when I curse at it. The system also is a built in 3 disc CD changer in addition to the DVD-ROM drive for the Nav.
At what cost you ask? The Ford Hybrid/Nav system is a $2000 option. The Camry Hybrid/Nav system.....$1200. There is no excuse.
Huge screen....the screen is the size of the entire Ford unit. The screen is bright, clear and colorful. The maps are so much nicer than the crappy little blue and white lines we get. The database of POI's is outstanding and easy to use. The routing gives you 3 options to choose from each time. Did I mention it is a touchscreen???? Oh, and you can talk to the system too....the only talking I do to the Ford one is when I curse at it. The system also is a built in 3 disc CD changer in addition to the DVD-ROM drive for the Nav.
At what cost you ask? The Ford Hybrid/Nav system is a $2000 option. The Camry Hybrid/Nav system.....$1200. There is no excuse.
#58
Re: Factory Install Nav. Not Bad
Originally Posted by Tim K
For those of you out there claiming that the factory Nav is "not that bad".....go test drive a Toyota Camry Hybrid with their NAV system. My mom just bought one of these and the system is...... WOW!
Huge screen....the screen is the size of the entire Ford unit. The screen is bright, clear and colorful. The maps are so much nicer than the crappy little blue and white lines we get. The database of POI's is outstanding and easy to use. The routing gives you 3 options to choose from each time. Did I mention it is a touchscreen???? Oh, and you can talk to the system too....the only talking I do to the Ford one is when I curse at it. The system also is a built in 3 disc CD changer in addition to the DVD-ROM drive for the Nav.
At what cost you ask? The Ford Hybrid/Nav system is a $2000 option. The Camry Hybrid/Nav system.....$1200. There is no excuse.
Huge screen....the screen is the size of the entire Ford unit. The screen is bright, clear and colorful. The maps are so much nicer than the crappy little blue and white lines we get. The database of POI's is outstanding and easy to use. The routing gives you 3 options to choose from each time. Did I mention it is a touchscreen???? Oh, and you can talk to the system too....the only talking I do to the Ford one is when I curse at it. The system also is a built in 3 disc CD changer in addition to the DVD-ROM drive for the Nav.
At what cost you ask? The Ford Hybrid/Nav system is a $2000 option. The Camry Hybrid/Nav system.....$1200. There is no excuse.
This horse has been beaten completely to death by now and there really isn't anything new to add.
Last edited by TeeSter; 10-29-2006 at 08:49 PM.
#59
Re: Factory Install Nav. Not Bad
Actually, there have been a number of posts saying it doesn't suck. I was just adding another comparison to show how it compares to its competition. I don't want a Camry, but I thought it was interesting how nice the Nav unit in the Camry is. As for adding something new....well, the Camry Hybrid and its Nav system are new so I thought I'd add them to the comparisons being made here. If you don't want to hear more about this system then don't keep reading this thread.
#60
Re: Factory Install Nav. Not Bad
Originally Posted by Tim K
For those of you out there claiming that the factory Nav is "not that bad".....go test drive a Toyota Camry Hybrid with their NAV system. My mom just bought one of these and the system is...... WOW!
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