SAT NAV Questions

SJFISHER67 · 13-05-2006, 13:08

Hi Everyone, Looking at upgrading my Comfort to an Elegance TDi 140, and have seen that it comes with the sat nav, my question is...

How do those of you that have it or have used it rate it?

Does it let you know about traffic and guide you around it?

Can it do 3D mapping as seen on the aftermarket systems?

What is the voice like and does it come through the main speakers?

Thanks in advance to all who reply.

Regards

SJ

primey · 13-05-2006, 15:01

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Originally Posted by SJFISHER67

Hi Everyone, Looking at upgrading my Comfort to an Elegance TDi 140, and have seen that it comes with the sat nav, my question is...

How do those of you that have it or have used it rate it?

Does it let you know about traffic and guide you around it?

Can it do 3D mapping as seen on the aftermarket systems?

What is the voice like and does it come through the main speakers?

Thanks in advance to all who reply.

Regards

SJ

Questions answered in order.

A little fiddlely but gets the job done.

Dont think so

No

Doris, as I refer to her. A bit monotone and it comes through the main speakers.

Fabia 12v · 13-05-2006, 16:11

If your talking about the Skoda Sat-Nav MFD as found in the superb or as i added to fabia and golf... voice is female and it comes through main speakers.

A good unit all in all and looks the part

johnjohnhealy · 13-05-2006, 16:18

It's a pretty good unit to be honest, it doesn't have 3D but will divert you around congestion as it has TMC (usually only on standard fit, i.e. if you fit it yourself it probably wont have the TMC box).

It's not as good as a tom tom as you cant put house numbers in, only groups of houses, so wont take you to the front door like a tom tom will.

stopan1j · 13-05-2006, 16:41

Its a great unit does exactly what you need.

The factory suplied navigation unit in the Superb is TMC equiped and is delivered with a UK TMC disk, diversion will be available and is transmitted for motorways and some major A road I understand. The advantage over non OE sysystems is that you get additional info in the maxidot display which is really useful, countdown to junction, road name and roundabout / left right bear left right and straight on symbols.
I use mine a lot in Europe and think its great - not having full postcode selection is not an issue it will get you yards from where you need to be. It also displays and can route you to skoda dealerships. Sounds through main speakers as beens stated already.

Irf · 13-05-2006, 16:42

I'd rather buy an aftermarket Pioneer in dash dvd player/sat nav unit. the lastest XC1 (???) is almost 2k but it has built in bluetooth etc too.

Baker21 · 14-05-2006, 17:38

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Originally Posted by SJFISHER67

Hi Everyone, Looking at upgrading my Comfort to an Elegance TDi 140, and have seen that it comes with the sat nav, my question is...

Alright for some!!

You looking at a brand new Superb then?

SJFISHER67 · 14-05-2006, 17:45

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Originally Posted by Baker21

Alright for some!!

You looking at a brand new Superb then?

Not a brand new one, an Ex Demonstrator in Black Magic and the Cubic Alloys, so almost looks like an Edition 100 (from the outside).

3000GT · 15-05-2006, 10:43

Worst Sat nav unit I have ever used!!!

3000GT · 15-05-2006, 10:47

No post code search!

Very slow CD-rom as opposed to more up to date DVD-rom

hardly any info on display map - no names of main roads etc..

No 3d option.

complex to use

TMC rarley works

Does not dim radio sound when voice calls directions!

+ Loads more of silly things they should have done in a modern sat nav system

Baker21 · 15-05-2006, 15:44

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Originally Posted by 3000GT

No post code search!

Very slow CD-rom as opposed to more up to date DVD-rom

hardly any info on display map - no names of main roads etc..

No 3d option.

complex to use

TMC rarley works

Does not dim radio sound when voice calls directions!

+ Loads more of silly things they should have done in a modern sat nav system

No postcode search? Mine has!!!

I think that it's fair to say that the unit isn't exactly state of the art but then you are comparing the DX unit to more modern technology, the DX and MFD units are now very old and have been superseeded by the MFD 2 units and so on.

Baker21 · 15-05-2006, 15:45

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Originally Posted by SJFISHER67

Not a brand new one, an Ex Demonstrator in Black Magic and the Cubic Alloys, so almost looks like an Edition 100 (from the outside).

So are you going to get it then? Or go for the Edition 100 on Ebay!?!?!?

SJFISHER67 · 15-05-2006, 17:53

Well I am going for it,as will be trading mine in against it.

Thanks for the answers guys

Baker21: How do I know if mine has the Postcode search?

**TaviaRS** · 15-05-2006, 17:56

Put a postcode in?

johnjohnhealy · 15-05-2006, 18:49

The postcode search is nothing to do with the Sat nav unit itself, If your map disc allows post code searches then the option will be available on screen, if not the option isn't isn't available to use.

peterc10 · 15-05-2006, 19:08

I was disapointed that the 18 month old Superb I bought about a year ago did not have the sat nav. But not anymore.

I have come to the conclusion that "proper" sat nav designed by sat nav experts is much better than the stuff you get in most cars. More accurate and much easier to upgrade.

The only advantage with built in sat nav is that it mutes the audio and comes through the radio. However I have exactly the same effect using Tom Tom 5 on my Ipaq 6340 (PDA and phone) and a Parrot CK3300 combined bluetooth sat nav receiver and car kit. Audio mutes and sat nav instructions and warnings (and phone calls) come through audio so that I can use the volume control on the steering.

It has the advantage of being able to put your own POIs in, including the all important latest camera database.

And to top it all it is a lot cheaper than the unit Skoda sell

Baker21 · 16-05-2006, 08:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by peterc10

I was disapointed that the 18 month old Superb I bought about a year ago did not have the sat nav. But not anymore.

I have come to the conclusion that "proper" sat nav designed by sat nav experts is much better than the stuff you get in most cars. More accurate and much easier to upgrade.

The only advantage with built in sat nav is that it mutes the audio and comes through the radio. However I have exactly the same effect using Tom Tom 5 on my Ipaq 6340 (PDA and phone) and a Parrot CK3300 combined bluetooth sat nav receiver and car kit. Audio mutes and sat nav instructions and warnings (and phone calls) come through audio so that I can use the volume control on the steering.

It has the advantage of being able to put your own POIs in, including the all important latest camera database.

And to top it all it is a lot cheaper than the unit Skoda sell

I agree on the technology front maybe but again, it's a bit unfair to compare the DX unit as it's so old to other systems. Have you seen some of the latest Sat Nav units in the Audi's? RNS-E? Now that is a piece of kit!!

As for Skoda's price, completely agree but it's all about who you know and my unit only cost me £300 and that was brand new!!

Baker21 · 16-05-2006, 08:19

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Originally Posted by SJFISHER67

Well I am going for it,as will be trading mine in against it.

Thanks for the answers guys

Baker21: How do I know if mine has the Postcode search?

Nice then mate, look forward to seeing the pics.

As already mentioned, I just type the postcode in where you have the option of specifying a 'town' and ''Bob's your uncle' it works.

peterc10 · 17-05-2006, 12:51

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Originally Posted by Baker21

I agree on the technology front maybe but again, it's a bit unfair to compare the DX unit as it's so old to other systems. Have you seen some of the latest Sat Nav units in the Audi's? RNS-E? Now that is a piece of kit!!

But will it allow you to enter custom POIs when you want to, and in an industry standard format? If not then you can't use the camera warning database. And I bet that will cost most people alot more than £300!

Baker21 · 30-05-2006, 17:07

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Originally Posted by peterc10

And I bet that will cost most people alot more than £300!

I could eaily get a GB up and running if people wanted a unit for around this price??!?!?!

13-05-2006, 13:08	#1
SJFISHER67 Briskodian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Winchester Posts: 650 Thanks: 2 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	SAT NAV Questions Hi Everyone, Looking at upgrading my Comfort to an Elegance TDi 140, and have seen that it comes with the sat nav, my question is... How do those of you that have it or have used it rate it? Does it let you know about traffic and guide you around it? Can it do 3D mapping as seen on the aftermarket systems? What is the voice like and does it come through the main speakers? Thanks in advance to all who reply. Regards SJ __________________ Skoda Superb 2.0 TDi 'vRS' (It's an Elegance really) 2008 Factory lowered and a boot spoiler!

13-05-2006, 16:11	#3
Fabia 12v RICHARD Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Twickenham - Middlesex Posts: 4,933 Thanks: 5 Thanked 17 Times in 15 Posts	Re: SAT NAV Questions If your talking about the Skoda Sat-Nav MFD as found in the superb or as i added to fabia and golf... voice is female and it comes through main speakers. A good unit all in all and looks the part __________________ First Car: Skoda Fabia MK1 1.2 12v Comfort Replaced with: Volkswagen Golf MK4 GT 1.9TDI Replaced with: Seat Ibiza MK4 Sport 1.9TDI Replaced with: Volkswagen Polo MK5 Ltd. Edition Sport 1.4 16v To be replaced with: Volkswagen Golf Mk5 Final Edition GTI 2.0TFSI 16v... early 2009.

13-05-2006, 16:18	#4
johnjohnhealy Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: UK south east Posts: 2,431 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts	Re: SAT NAV Questions It's a pretty good unit to be honest, it doesn't have 3D but will divert you around congestion as it has TMC (usually only on standard fit, i.e. if you fit it yourself it probably wont have the TMC box). It's not as good as a tom tom as you cant put house numbers in, only groups of houses, so wont take you to the front door like a tom tom will.

13-05-2006, 16:41	#5
stopan1j Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 1,215 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: SAT NAV Questions Its a great unit does exactly what you need. The factory suplied navigation unit in the Superb is TMC equiped and is delivered with a UK TMC disk, diversion will be available and is transmitted for motorways and some major A road I understand. The advantage over non OE sysystems is that you get additional info in the maxidot display which is really useful, countdown to junction, road name and roundabout / left right bear left right and straight on symbols. I use mine a lot in Europe and think its great - not having full postcode selection is not an issue it will get you yards from where you need to be. It also displays and can route you to skoda dealerships. Sounds through main speakers as beens stated already. Last edited by stopan1j; 13-05-2006 at 16:50.

13-05-2006, 16:42	#6
Irf Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Liverpool Posts: 664 Thanks: 137 Thanked 23 Times in 19 Posts	Re: SAT NAV Questions I'd rather buy an aftermarket Pioneer in dash dvd player/sat nav unit. the lastest XC1 (???) is almost 2k but it has built in bluetooth etc too.

15-05-2006, 10:43	#9
3000GT Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 61 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: SAT NAV Questions Worst Sat nav unit I have ever used!!! __________________ 2004 Superb Elegance 2.5 V6 TDI Tiptronic in black magic - all options inc satnav.

15-05-2006, 10:47	#10
3000GT Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 61 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: SAT NAV Questions No post code search! Very slow CD-rom as opposed to more up to date DVD-rom hardly any info on display map - no names of main roads etc.. No 3d option. complex to use TMC rarley works Does not dim radio sound when voice calls directions! + Loads more of silly things they should have done in a modern sat nav system __________________ 2004 Superb Elegance 2.5 V6 TDI Tiptronic in black magic - all options inc satnav.

15-05-2006, 17:53	#13
SJFISHER67 Briskodian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Winchester Posts: 650 Thanks: 2 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: SAT NAV Questions Well I am going for it,as will be trading mine in against it. Thanks for the answers guys Baker21: How do I know if mine has the Postcode search? __________________ Skoda Superb 2.0 TDi 'vRS' (It's an Elegance really) 2008 Factory lowered and a boot spoiler!

15-05-2006, 17:56	#14
TaviaRS Dinosaur Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: North of the Watford Gap Posts: 14,931 Thanks: 19 Thanked 42 Times in 38 Posts	Re: SAT NAV Questions Put a postcode in? __________________ A jolly sensible Mercedes E class saloon in a rather fetching bluey grey colour. No it isn't fast, no it isn't modded, and yes, it will still eat your Fabia for breakfast. Official mobile chicane for Briskoda trackdays

15-05-2006, 18:49	#15
johnjohnhealy Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: UK south east Posts: 2,431 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts	Re: SAT NAV Questions The postcode search is nothing to do with the Sat nav unit itself, If your map disc allows post code searches then the option will be available on screen, if not the option isn't isn't available to use.

15-05-2006, 19:08	#16
peterc10 Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: South East Posts: 474 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: SAT NAV Questions I was disapointed that the 18 month old Superb I bought about a year ago did not have the sat nav. But not anymore. I have come to the conclusion that "proper" sat nav designed by sat nav experts is much better than the stuff you get in most cars. More accurate and much easier to upgrade. The only advantage with built in sat nav is that it mutes the audio and comes through the radio. However I have exactly the same effect using Tom Tom 5 on my Ipaq 6340 (PDA and phone) and a Parrot CK3300 combined bluetooth sat nav receiver and car kit. Audio mutes and sat nav instructions and warnings (and phone calls) come through audio so that I can use the volume control on the steering. It has the advantage of being able to put your own POIs in, including the all important latest camera database. And to top it all it is a lot cheaper than the unit Skoda sell

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