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Old 07-11-2006, 06:57 AM
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Does the FEH navigation offer the user tha ability to find POI ( ATM's, fast food, hospitals, etc)?
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Old 07-11-2006, 07:01 AM
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Default Re: FEH Navigation

Yes, but not on the fly. Like most NAV units, you have to stop the car to enter/find POI's unless you do the POI modification discussed in this forum.
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Old 07-11-2006, 07:47 AM
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Default Re: FEH Navigation

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Yes, but not on the fly. Like most NAV units, you have to stop the car to enter/find POI's unless you do the POI modification discussed in this forum.
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Old 07-25-2006, 07:42 AM
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Default Re: FEH Navigation

Does the Nav system offer a way to update its maps and POI database? Can it read off a data CD in the CD player?
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Old 07-25-2006, 12:10 PM
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Default Re: FEH Navigation

AFAIK, it REQUIRES a CD in the drive to operate. That would mean that you simply need a new set to update the POI and map data. Don't know what that would cost though.

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Old 07-25-2006, 01:13 PM
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Default Re: FEH Navigation

Yes, it requires a cd in the in-dash unit to operate. That is where all the map information is stored, on the cd. I don't know the cost either, but to update I understand you need to buy an entire set of cds (~10 for the US).

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Old 07-25-2006, 01:18 PM
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Default Re: FEH Navigation

According to NAVTEQ (who makes the CD's) its $199 for a new set. The 2005 set is the newest which was the one that came with the '06 model line. If you have an '05 you can get an update.
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Old 07-26-2006, 02:26 PM
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The FEH factory NAV unit is an outdated slug of a unit. I agree the Hybrid display is pretty cool, but it doesn't really do anything & you can install a FAR better NAV/GPS unit yourself.

I installed an Eclipse 5435 in dash NAV/DVD/MP3 etc unit in my 05 FEH & it is an absolutely awesome unit & looks factory installed. The Eclipse has a beautiful 6.5" screen, plays DVD movies, plays MP3 disc's, has a high powered AMP section for sound & will work with a backup camera. There is absolutely no comparison whatever between a unit like this & that factory NAV setup & it cost me less than $1000.

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