Can you define the route? I have used laptop based Delorme, which allows you to change the computer chosen route by chosing an interim intersection. The computer then routes you through that intersection, and on to the destination. This is best for "forcing" the unit to use highways. Can you do this with this unit? Can you define the route? I have used laptop based Delorme, which allows you to change the computer chosen route by chosing an interim intersection. The computer then routes you through that... » Read More Can you define the route? I have used laptop based Delorme, which allows you to change the computer chosen route by chosing an interim intersection. The computer then routes you through that intersection, and on to the destination. This is best for "forcing" the unit to use highways. Can you do this with this unit? « Show Less
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From my experience, you can't define the route. The i5 will choose it's own route, which isn't always the most efficient IMO. I know the city of San Francisco better than the i5. But then again, I bought the i5 so that I wouldn't get lost in another town. In a new town, I wouldn't know if the route was efficient or not.
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You can add a single waypoint to your route. Just select your final destination, then select another destination. It will ask if you want it to be a waypoint (if you say no, it replaces your prior destination). You can also set preferences regarding highway use, time versus distance optimization, etc.
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yes, you can be returned by the same route that traces using the option "way points", it is important to highlight those areas of importance for better orientation upon return, especially where there is no road or the topography is quite complex, it is a very good team, I recommend
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Hello,I just got a 1490T. Please excuse my ignorance, but I decided on that unit for the traffic feature as I commute over 35 miles each way. Thing is, I can't find a description anywhere that tells me what I need to do to have access to just the traffic info i.e. do I need to have the GPS active even when I don't need it - I know how to get to my office, for example. I'm a bit confused......Regards,Barry
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If you marked your place of origin or lunch spot etc., you will be able to get back to it by use of the GPS because it will point an arrow in the direction of your selected point. If you want to see the actual route you took, not just the direction of your point, you will need to plug in the GPS to your computer and will be able to see the exact route taken via Google Maps. Hope this helps!
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As a genral GPS unit. It does give you a way back by reversing the route. I've never used it that way.
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Ther's a matter of semantics involved here (or, it all depends on what the meaning of 'is' is). Sure, the NG topos will 'work with' the 60 Csx--you can mark waypoints and routes on NG maps on your PC and download them to your Garmin. But you can't download the NG maps! In other words, you can download coordinates from NG all day long; you just can't download maps. It's a subtle distinction that a lot of people miss, and I would have thought that NG would have made it clear.
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Yes! Fastest route is the default ... and it takes its real time traffic info into account! This GPS is a very good unit that is much better than last year's version. The voice instructions are more helpful than before and the spoken enunciation is much better than before ... it almost sounds real rather than computer generated. As always with all car GPS units, it gives strong preference to interstates and major highways over secondary highways and local roads, so if you are familiar with an area, you may be know of a faster route than the one it finds. And, of course, be very cautious about minor roads in remote areas that were mapped from aerial photos without on-site verification. This is the best GPS unit I have seen; you should be very happy with it.
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Obviously you can use your GPS for your trip.... you might find that there are a few road changes, dead ends, etc. but for the most part you have to remember that 97% of everything is still the same (I mean, how much can countries do to their roadways in 5 years!). BTW, the same holds true for yout GPS and American roads. I've had an argument or two with my other half as to what the GPS is telling me but there is no longer a road there!Be patient-- Happy trails--
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When I emailed NG, the person responded that their software works with the 60CSx. Just one week ago I first tried to download the maps into it and found that it can not be done. I emailed back a complaint and they indicated, as you did, that it only will transfer routes and waypoints. This screwed up my opportunity to use it on a vacation from which I just returned. So, I guess I'd better change my review so I don't give someone else the same misinformation.Sorry for any confusion. I was mislead by NG.
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I don't see why some make a big fuss about the C330 nat having the capability of speaking the name of the street you need to turn onto. The fact that the C330 does display the street name at the top of the screen is adequate in most cases. The route indicator on the map itself has a large red arrow that is continually showing your route and exactly where to turn. With an accuracy of something like 50 feet, I don't see where it is such a necessity to have to have the thing tell you the street name when it's time to make a turn.
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You can avoid freeways, go by way of alternate routes, but to avoid a named route, specifically, I don't know of a way to do that.
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I personally wouldn't buy a GPS without multi-point routing. I am a casual driver (not business) and we use the multi-point function all the time - best for plotting a day's worth of traveling in the most efficient way.
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AFAIK, only the 7x0 series and up have multi-point routing. The other Nuvi units allow for one waypoint to be added. Larry, if the 265wt has multi-point routing, it's the first I've heard about this.Edit: Larry, I just checked with some people on gpsreview.net and they agree with you. This is a undocumented feature. Thanks for your input!
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It doesn't specifically route scenic and curvy roads. The route options available are avoid highway, avoid minor roads, avoid toll roads, avoid ferry, and ignore traffic rule. It also can be set for cars, trucks, bicycles, and walking.
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Can I program the unit so that it will follow stops that I have designated along the way and also will I be able to modify the path to my liking?
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I was surprised when I got this that it didn't tell you how in the manual. The way I turned it on is to change your profile. Go to the tools (wrench and screwdriver at the bottom of the screen) and select profiles. If you select "vehicle" it will give you directions when you input a destination. At least mine did when I told it to go to a geocache. As for your maps, I have both selected. World maps and Detailed. The detailed is the summit and city series, so I would bet it would have to be checked to enable the turn by turn. Good luck.
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Hello Daina,I don't know if there is an option in the setting that would permit this...It only loads the best rout that it calculates to be the best option. If you connect it with the traffic sensor, and depending on the traffic in your planed rout, it may give a new option (route), and let you know how much time you could save... You will however, have to accept the suggestion before your GPS could implement it (the new route )...Have a great day,Kevin