What Sort Of Navigation System Do Ya'll Use?
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I use Rand McNally GPS, I like it because it's what I'm used to. I could not rely on my phone or ELD device, since both use the internet, and I loose signal in places. Typically, I go to the same stops, but for new ones, I always look at a satellite view on Google to check out a few miles around the destination.
This is 100% me too.
OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.
Not to sound like a broken record because we always say this but I seriously recommend plotting your route beforehand and just writing it out on a sticky note. It helps you learn and remember your route better and helps save your ass if your gps decides to go bonkers on you while you’re driving.
A trick I learned is to use a 2" margin at the edge of the windshield to write down routing directions with a dry erase marker.
I use Rand McNally GPS, I like it because it's what I'm used to. I could not rely on my phone or ELD device, since both use the internet, and I loose signal in places. Typically, I go to the same stops, but for new ones, I always look at a satellite view on Google to check out a few miles around the destination.
That’s where the Co-Pilot app is a bit different. I was concerned about the Internet service issue as well but because it uses downloaded maps, it only requires the gps triangulation to function. There’s plenty of times where my phone has been in an area with no service whatsoever but the gps function worked as it should.
OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.
I use Rand McNally GPS, I like it because it's what I'm used to. I could not rely on my phone or ELD device, since both use the internet, and I loose signal in places. Typically, I go to the same stops, but for new ones, I always look at a satellite view on Google to check out a few miles around the destination.
There’s plenty of times where my phone has been in an area with no service whatsoever but the gps function worked as it should.
I've had that too ip in the mountains near my cabin. Zero bars and a working Google Maps. How in hell is that possible???
OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.
I put last mile down the left side, and restrictions across the top. Plus, while parked, it makes a great scratch pad. Good for writing down dock doors, cause I'm a ditz, or the trailer number I'm looking for.
As for GPS, I am a Garmin Dezl OTR800 fan. I like the magnetic charging mount, voice control, and the number of data points I can add on the right side and bottom. I was gifted the 700, and while I liked it, and it worked well, I didn't like the mount and having to pop it off to put it away at the end of the day.
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
I use Rand McNally GPS, I like it because it's what I'm used to. I could not rely on my phone or ELD device, since both use the internet, and I loose signal in places. Typically, I go to the same stops, but for new ones, I always look at a satellite view on Google to check out a few miles around the destination.
There’s plenty of times where my phone has been in an area with no service whatsoever but the gps function worked as it should.
I've had that too ip in the mountains near my cabin. Zero bars and a working Google Maps. How in hell is that possible???
Mapping software is part of the app installed on your phone. All the app needs in order to be able to maintain showing directions is co-ordinates for your location. Every phone has a GPS unit within it.
OWI:
Operating While Intoxicated
OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.
I put last mile down the left side, and restrictions across the top. Plus, while parked, it makes a great scratch pad. Good for writing down dock doors, cause I'm a ditz, or the trailer number I'm looking for.
As for GPS, I am a Garmin Dezl OTR800 fan. I like the magnetic charging mount, voice control, and the number of data points I can add on the right side and bottom. I was gifted the 700, and while I liked it, and it worked well, I didn't like the mount and having to pop it off to put it away at the end of the day.
Why would you have to pop it off to put it away? "What is difference between mounts?" I guess is what I am asking.
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
Ever had electronics melt on your dash? I had to pull mine out of the dash driving across Arizona in the summer, and had to hold it in front an air vent to cool it off.
The mount on the 800 is a magnetic mount, with wireless charging. The 700 is a physical plug/unplug with the old style Garmin ball and socket mount.
When I shut down, I pull it out of the window, and up into the cubby as a force of habit. In any vehicle, I pull all electronics out of the dash.
I put last mile down the left side, and restrictions across the top. Plus, while parked, it makes a great scratch pad. Good for writing down dock doors, cause I'm a ditz, or the trailer number I'm looking for.
As for GPS, I am a Garmin Dezl OTR800 fan. I like the magnetic charging mount, voice control, and the number of data points I can add on the right side and bottom. I was gifted the 700, and while I liked it, and it worked well, I didn't like the mount and having to pop it off to put it away at the end of the day.
Why would you have to pop it off to put it away? "What is difference between mounts?" I guess is what I am asking.
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
Ever had electronics melt on your dash? I had to pull mine out of the dash driving across Arizona in the summer, and had to hold it in front an air vent to cool it off.
The mount on the 800 is a magnetic mount, with wireless charging. The 700 is a physical plug/unplug with the old style Garmin ball and socket mount.
When I shut down, I pull it out of the window, and up into the cubby as a force of habit. In any vehicle, I pull all electronics out of the dash.
I put last mile down the left side, and restrictions across the top. Plus, while parked, it makes a great scratch pad. Good for writing down dock doors, cause I'm a ditz, or the trailer number I'm looking for.
As for GPS, I am a Garmin Dezl OTR800 fan. I like the magnetic charging mount, voice control, and the number of data points I can add on the right side and bottom. I was gifted the 700, and while I liked it, and it worked well, I didn't like the mount and having to pop it off to put it away at the end of the day.
Why would you have to pop it off to put it away? "What is difference between mounts?" I guess is what I am asking.
Summer in the southern part of the US...
Now I get it.
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
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I use Rand McNally GPS, I like it because it's what I'm used to. I could not rely on my phone or ELD device, since both use the internet, and I loose signal in places. Typically, I go to the same stops, but for new ones, I always look at a satellite view on Google to check out a few miles around the destination.
OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.