GPS - Using MapSource

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Using MapSource

Marcus

2007-06-22, 10:33 am

Good day everyone;

I'm new to GPS units. I got the Zumo 550 to use in my car and on my
motorcycle. I'm not real sure how the MapSource software works. I guess I'm
use to the regualr types of mapping software. For instance, I'm used to
opening mapping software and creating a route; type in current address and
then put destination address. Get directions and go. The MapSource does not
seem to work this way. Can somoen give me some tips to get over the learning
curve? I have looked at the help file but it does not seem to give me what
I'm looking for.

Thanks,

Marcus

Marcus

2007-06-22, 3:33 pm

Well, I guess I will answer my own post. I found out how to do addresses
etc. But, what a pain to go through all of that. I wish the interface was
better and easier to get around in. I guess only MapSource will work with
the Garmin 550.

Thanks,
Marcus

"Marcus" <BikerChap@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:GJQei.21326$C96.19247@newssvr23.news.prodigy.net...
> Good day everyone;
>
> I'm new to GPS units. I got the Zumo 550 to use in my car and on my
> motorcycle. I'm not real sure how the MapSource software works. I guess
> I'm use to the regualr types of mapping software. For instance, I'm used
> to opening mapping software and creating a route; type in current address
> and then put destination address. Get directions and go. The MapSource
> does not seem to work this way. Can somoen give me some tips to get over
> the learning curve? I have looked at the help file but it does not seem to
> give me what I'm looking for.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Marcus
>
>

B. Peg

2007-06-23, 4:33 am

All the stuff you need to know is over at
http://zumoforums.com/zumo/index.php

B~

gomez

2007-06-23, 4:33 am

On Fri, 22 Jun 2007 20:09:32 GMT, "Marcus" <BikerChap@sbcglobal.net>
dropped the following oil-slick:

>Well, I guess I will answer my own post. I found out how to do addresses
>etc. But, what a pain to go through all of that.

Drag'n'Drop in Mapsource to plan a route is just about as easy as you
can get. I am not sure why you should find it a faff other than lack
of familarity.
--
gomez
Honda TransAlp,KTM 640LC Enduro (For Sale)
(not is not to reply)
"The best tool for the job is the hammer thats nearest to hand"

Marcus

2007-06-23, 10:33 am

I visied and registered but syill have not got the final email in order for
me to log in.

Thanks,
Marcus

"B. Peg" <bent_peg@worldnet.att.net> wrote in message
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> All the stuff you need to know is over at
> http://zumoforums.com/zumo/index.php
>
> B~
>
>

Marcus

2007-06-23, 10:33 am

Maybe the biggest problem is not being familiar with it. On the other hand,
you mention drag'n'drop. Give me some examples on how this works. drag what
to map? Drop source on map? Some details would be helpful.

Thanks,
Marcus

"gomez" <adams_gomez@hotmail.notcom> wrote in message
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> On Fri, 22 Jun 2007 20:09:32 GMT, "Marcus" <BikerChap@sbcglobal.net>
> dropped the following oil-slick:
>
>
> Drag'n'Drop in Mapsource to plan a route is just about as easy as you
> can get. I am not sure why you should find it a faff other than lack
> of familarity.
> --
> gomez
> Honda TransAlp,KTM 640LC Enduro (For Sale)
> (not is not to reply)
> "The best tool for the job is the hammer thats nearest to hand"

Marcus

2007-06-23, 3:33 pm

Any idea how long it takes to be approved after registration so that I can
log in and read and post in the forum?
Thanks,
Marcus

"B. Peg" <bent_peg@worldnet.att.net> wrote in message
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> All the stuff you need to know is over at
> http://zumoforums.com/zumo/index.php
>
> B~
>
>

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