TeleType 710060 WorldNav Truck Routing 7 Inch Portable GPS Unit Reviews

• Somewhat dissappointed/ World Nav. for Truck drivers

  
  By A2IZLC9PAT8KG7 on 2008-05-30
  There are a couple of things that I wish were different about this device. First of all, during the day, it's really hard to view the screen because of glare from the sun. The manufacturer recommended purchasing something from Best Buy or wherever that would go around it like a "visor". Also, it doesn't give much notice before you have to take an exit. I was already on an exit one time when the automated voice told me to take the exit. This could have been from the reason below.
  
  The first time I used it, it worked fine. The second time I used it, it kept stalling in the "route directions" mode. I called the manufacturer and they are sending me another SD card (the card that has all of the currect mapping info. that you insert into the GPS). They said that they had gotten a bad "batch" of the cards and that the new ones should work fine. Keep this in mind if you get one that has problems. Also, keep ALL of the warranty/manual, etc. paperwork in case you need to return it. You can't return it wouthout those.
  
  

• Truck Routing on a nice size screen

  
  By A1L1SLPHYEK14T on 2008-06-27
  I used to have a lap top navigation system in my truck. I think having all in one unit is a lot simpler. No booting time. WorldNav start right away as I start my truck. Routing comes up slower slightly then on the laptop but I understand why. The unit has most if not all restricted roads and low bridges.
  
  Here is what I think
  Advantages of the system
  1. Easy to set up. System comes with all the maps for Truck Driving and for Car navigation
  2. From the manual I can see that it is very easy to update. They send you a new SD card and you send the old one back
  3. Screen is large
  4. Rear view camera ready
  5 FM transmitter to my radio in the truck
  6. No need for external antenna although there is a jack for one
  
  Cons
  1. Screen has to be kept away from the sunlight or you will not see well
  2. Warranty is only 1 year although I see that they offer extended warranty for 3 but you have to pay for it
  3. Updates after 90 days are not free
  
  
  I gave the unit 5 stars because although it can be improved they unit is the only one now on the market that offers truck routing and RV routing for such a low price.
  
  

• Disappointing

  
  By A10VNYTEO0SH8G on 2008-06-22
  We purchased this unit for my husband who is a a cross-country truck driver. While it works well on short trips, on more complex routes there are significant delays when there is a need to re-route, particularly in cities where there are multiple turns and street changes. It often takes the unit 10-15 min. to provide a new route. Not good when you're lost in New York City! Also, the voice commands are difficult to understand and even at max, the volume is frequently not loud enough to hear inside a noisy big rig. We bought the unit because of the truck routing software but are so disappointed with the other features that feature has become much less important.
  
  

• Very good Truck routing gps

  
  By A2WWLJFO387TQF on 2008-06-26
  I got the system about 1 week ago and took it on the trip with me. This is the first GPS portable unit that was specifically designed for truck drivers.
  I looked forward to get it and I am very glad I ordered one. This unit routes me taking into account restrictions that otherwise I would be running into. It did not put me even once in its route on Parkway or any restricted road. Finally I do not have to worry about low bridges. It took me as little as couple of min to set up the unit. I am not very computer literate but setting this system is very easy. I put it on my windshield with suction cup and let it rest on the dash then I put the power into cigarette lighter adapter. Once you hit I agree you select the size of your truck and hazmat that you carry. I think it is well thought system. I recommended my boss at the distribution center. I am planning to add to the unit rear view camera. There is a jack AV for it. Hope it is as easy as setting up the routing. Unit also have spanish voice in addition to enlish. I can change languages and hear turns and names of the streets with right pronounciation. Not Bad!!
  
  

• REFUND MY MONEY

  
  By ABZ85GXUEO10O on 2008-07-31
  Do not waste your hard earned money on this piece of junk.It does not do what it claims to do.I paid $473.00 and am trying to get my money back.Kenworth now puts gps in their trucks,why don't they use worldnav,because it don't work.The company sent me a new card to update the system and it still wasn't any good.About 30-40% did it find the destination.I now have a Sony NAV_U 83 and Though not for trucks it out shines the world nav system by far.I want to return the system to ANTonline,the won't give me a RMA#.They asked if I opened the box,DUH.Looks like I will have to dispute the credit card co.DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THIS GPS UNIT!!!!
  
  

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