Thread: New GPS and reversing camera

Originally Posted by rangieman

So my old oziexplorer wont work on the XL488 ?

Hi Chris,

The version of Oziexplorer that you have is probably for notebook computer, so is designed for Micro$oft WinXP.

The XL488, PDAs and some mobile phones use a cutdown version of Windows called WinCE.

Ozi supply a CE version for $40. Site The Official OziExplorer Web Site - GPS Mapping Software for Magellan, Garmin, Lowrance, Eagle, MLR Receivers
You can download for free & trial to see if you like it.

Most GPSs use custom operating system, so it is difficult to hack into it to run other applications.
XL488 actually tells you in user manual how to run other applications.

All you need to do is download Ozi CE version & copy to 2GB or 4GB SD card (don't buy HC type as not compatible). Orificeworks has 2Gb Sandisk SD cards for $19.95
You then need to download free maps from https://www.ga.gov.au/products/servl...EFINE_PRODUCTS

Convert them using converter from Oziexplorer and copy to 2GB SD card.
I currently have all of Australia, inc Cape York, Frazer Island etc together with OziexplorerCE on one 2GB SDcard.
PM me if you need help with any of this.

Cheers..Bruce

Originally Posted by cartm58

Logic Gear SL350D GPS Navigator selling online at office works for $199

• SIRF Star iii / 20 Channels
• Accurate to within 10 metres
• Contains Sensis Whereis Version 14 Deluxe Map (May '07) with fixed speed cameras, red light cameras and school zone warnings. No activation Required.
• 6-Digit PIN Security Number
• Up to 3 Hours (Approximate) Battery Life
• Plays your own multimedia via an SD Card
• 12 Month Limited Manufacturers Warranty

Hi,

This unit is the little brother of XL488. It is also capable of running Oziexplorer.
SL350D has only a 3.5" screen, no provision for reversing camera, and no Bluetooth to provide handsfree mobile phone operation. As I wanted a reversing camera & Bluetooth plus a 4.3" touchscreen, I reckon that at $359 the XL488 is a bargain!

Cheers..Bruce