michael Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 Are the latest tom sat navs able to take routes,files etc. Regards michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 When I investigate a few years ago the lack of this capability this was the reason I went for Garmin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clive Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 TomTom has "my drive" route planning. Something I ought to investigate properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted July 19, 2019 Author Share Posted July 19, 2019 What is my drive and how does it work?, regards michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted July 19, 2019 Author Share Posted July 19, 2019 What is my drive and how does it work?, regards michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted July 19, 2019 Author Share Posted July 19, 2019 What is my drive and how does it work?, regards michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clive Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 http://uk.support.tomtom.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/26211/~/creating-routes-on-mydrive-and-sharing-them-on-road-trips Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saltddirk Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 I'm using OsmAnd + on a tablet. it is free if you want to limit to 7 maps downloads or a few pounds for the unilmited version. It works very well. You can make your routes on Routeyou.com and then export them to their version of GPX. Some of the menu items are a bit confusing but there is a whole active help and developer forum. D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 Clive A very useful link. It appears that you can directly import .gpx files into the TomTom these days which makes life a lot easier. It applies to the following TomTom's TomTom GO TomTom GO Essential TomTom GO Basic TomTom GO 6200 Wi-Fi TomTom GO 5200 Wi-Fi TomTom GO 620 Wi-Fi TomTom GO 520 Wi-Fi TomTom GO 6000 / 6100 TomTom GO 600 / 610 TomTom GO 5000 / 5100 TomTom GO 500 / 510 TomTom GO 400 TomTom GO 60 / 61 TomTom GO 50 / 51 TomTom GO 40 TomTom Start TomTom START 62 TomTom START 52 TomTom START 42 TomTom START 60 TomTom START 50 TomTom START 40 TomTom Via TomTom VIA 52 TomTom VIA 53 TomTom VIA 62 I am sure that as usual there will be .gpx (& .itn) files available after the drivers meetings. However it is always essential to mark up your map book to find alternative routes when the way ahead is blocked (eg Andora was completely closed to through traffic during the 2009 10CR) H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparky_spit Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 Quoted from michael- What is my drive and how does it work?, regards michael Hi Michael - MyDrive is the programme on your computer that controls map updates, speed camera updates, etc., when you connect your satnav to the computer. It's an easy way to control and make changes and updates to the satnav. If your satnav has WiFi built in you don't actually need it, but it is easier to use MyDrive for updates and would be essential to load .gpx files (needed to create routes for the 10CR) onto the satnav. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 Chaps There appears to be a problem with the latest version of Garmin BaseCamp (4.7.0) See the following link:- https://openmtbmap.org/it/tutorials/basecamp-4-7-0/ You have been warned :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparky_spit Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 I used MyDrive to create a sample test "route with stopping points" last night, and it's okay but a bit longwinded. One issue (typical with TomTom) is that the video and online instructions are not totally accurate and some of the terminology used is completely different to that actually encountered within MyDrive. Also, whoever wrote the instructions was away from school on the day they did "Left" and Right" as there is some confusion over mouse left click when it should be right click. It's okay once you have been caught once - just follow normal left/right click protocol. It's very frustrating when you lose your work due to a wrong click though. Adding stopping points is easy but fraught with the possibility of getting it out by miles, depending upon the current scale of the online map you are looking at. Zooming in to near max gives most accuracy, but you get "lost" easily. If you are used to it then fine, it wil be a piece of cake, but I won't be putting my name forward to create files for everybody.... Importing a .GPX looks to be a doddle, which you can then view (and amend if required) and sync to your satnav. Just my 2p's worth... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparky_spit Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 Howard, (and anyone else who assisted), the .gpx files are perfect! Many thanks. After a good talking to, my new far-too-clever-for-me SatNav finally gave up and downloaded the files via MyDrive in an instant, and all 4 day's routes look to be exact replicas of the roadbook maps. Top job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 👍👍👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Cook Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 Not able to download on my iMAC OS X. I keep getting sent up 'avenues' that have little to do with French travel!! Mike, you're not a million miles from me, any chance of some help with this?? Ahh, just seen your note about not putting yourself forward etc. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparky_spit Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 Hi Don - I'm happy to help if I can. I have the four .gpx files on my laptop (Windows) and in TomTom Mydrive, and loaded on my TomTom Go50Pro. I can also put them on a memory stick if you want. PM me your phone number and I'll give you a call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Cook Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 Well, that's me totally exasperated. I have managed to save the files to my 'desktop'. Managed to find on Tom Tom's 'mydrive' where you import gpx files, I search and find them but the 'choose' button doesn't highlight and so can't import. "$$&)£%&XX@±!!!ZZXXX***&&&^$$$$$" That's me swearing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparky_spit Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 I assume this is on a Mac, and not a PC? If yes, then I'm stumped. The last time I used a Mac was in the 1990's, and that was to wedge my office door open in summer. I think Howard is your man.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 Quoted from sparky_spit- I think Howard is your man.... Don, TomTom is not my thing, but am happy to load MyDrive on my laptop & connect it up to your SatNav on Tuesday night. We are staying at the Hotel Coleurs Sud, Charvilles Mezieres. You should have created a TomTom login so make sure you have that with you. Cheers H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saltddirk Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Thanks Howard for the files, Worked a charm with OsmAnd+ D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Cook Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Thanks Howard. Yes I have a login and password. I'll track you down at your hotel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 Don In tried to PM you, but the system doesn't seem to be working at the moment. Checking on the Net, it may be a little more complicated than I hoped so can you please check a couple of things for me? 1) Which model is your TomTom and do you know if it has Bluetooth enabled? 2) Make sure you bring your TomTom USB lead - not just the one on the cradle as it is non-standard Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Cook Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 Tom Tom 520 with wi-fi. It is bluetooth enabled as its used for hands free calling. Just got the one lead with a USB end that plugs into a separate socket for the car. Will pop round to your hotel as soon as we get there or I can call you if you send your number to doncook@hotmail.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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