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[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Icons

Thank you. This has already been suggested as well as reversing the order for easier usage to +/-. Keep in mind that if the sides are switched from the right to left, then +/- is harder to use if they are on the left side. Now users will want it to be -/+ on the left side. :rolleyes:

The issue becomes very complicated. My vote is for the icons to be centered and +/-.:)

The developer is aware of the comments and will address them as practical.

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lohtse:
Hi

Really DID like this software till a few days ago when I moved home...Where I was living maps and most areas I downloaded was generally upto date. but where I am now theres nothing as in it shows a few roads etc but not the village etc I live in!!!!!! and to make matters worse the village etc has been here for over 90 years!!!!!.... Google and bing show the correct data just not OSM... now makes me wonder how bad the data else where is...Anyway as a result of this I will be nolonger using it unless there's away to use other mapping sources..... Such a shame but thats life..

regards

Lohtse
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] vlgligor:
OSM is an open source map built by the users. I live in a city 700 years old (documented) and there where only 2 streets showing on the map. That was until 2-3 days ago, when I started to track the streets and edit them straight on the OSM site. And now about a quarter of the city shows on map with detailed streets. In just 2 days! More will follow in the future. OSM is a very dynamic map source and the maps you just downloaded can be outdated in just few hours.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Maps out of date?

lohtse,

I am sorry you feel that away, but NaviComputer is not the source of the problem. A gps unit is only as effective as the maps they use.

If you read up on using different map sources on the Navi website, I think you will find your answer. NaviComputer has the functionality to use various map sources.

Check out the website: navicomputer.com

After you read the post following this one (#600), you can update your own maps on OSM! Why not add in the roads that are missing!

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Maps out of date?

vigligor,

Thank you for the time you took to reply to a comment on the forum. :)

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] ykf:
That's why I'm still using the old mapper which can generate google map. Hope the developer don't change map format in the future...
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] lohtse:
Hmmmm where to get the older mapper then.....thats the question.....
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] vlgligor:
I second that! I was looking for a long time for a free (but willing to donate to developer) gps application that can load also raster maps made from scaned maps.

Up to this moment I was using NaviComputer successfully to track some streets in my natal town and put them on OSM and I hope to have a complete OSM map of the city in few weeks (my small contribution). But as I travel a lot in areas not covered by OSM, I need to load other custom made maps (jpg/png/gif...).

Could this be possible? Thanks!

No need to thank me. I make my comments when is right to do so and when my knowledge can help somebody.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] ykf:
Ask google :P

Tips: the latest one which still works on google map is 0.5
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Heart1010:
I have to use 3G or WLAN for online mode so I can download maps?

With an active activesync connection it isn't possible, is it?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Active sync

If you are able to access the internet via your WLAN, then Yes it is. Connect your device with a USB cable to the PC. If the device does not open Active Sync, open up the Active Sync interface . Go into the File/Connection Settings. Have the "This computer is connected to:" read Internet.

Check the box for "Allow USB connections". Now go back and try to start AS from the device. Once the connections is made, then it should work fine.

Regards

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Deleted post. Entered in error.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Just being polite to a guest.

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] NaviComputer:
Hi,

next version 0.9 is getting closer and I have read your discussion about the zoom button location with interest.

Opinions seem to be very different in this subject.

I have set up a poll in the navicomputer blog where you can vote for your favorite layout.

Please participate

Regards,
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] terakoh:
Participated! Like the way it is now.

By any chance, will it be out tomorrow? Lol, I will be traveling tomorrow around midnight (36 hours) from now and currently bringing the 0.8 R2 and using created GPX file to mark my POI.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Version 9

Many users do, but sometimes small changes do enhance an application.

Nope, don't think so. Still some minor polish needed, but version 9 should be out soon. The issue of the -/+ icons will need to be decided upon before v9 is released.

WE are all waiting patiently.

Better to do it right the first time, which has been NaviComputer's mottto from the start! :D

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] ykf:
A feature request: Can a scale be drawn at e.g. bottom left of the map so that you can use it to deduce the distance between two points?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Mileage scale

Hey....That is a darn good suggestion! It will be passed on to developer, but he reads these posts almost daily.

It wouldn't take up much room on the screen, but not sure how it would sync to the zoom level without a lot of muss and fuss. Since each user determines what zooms they compile, the scale cannot be uniform within the application, but must conform and change to what levels each user has in the map file.

Maybe it will be put onto a wish list. :rolleyes:

Thanks again,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] NaviComputer:
Indeed, a scale is a must have for every map so be assured that it will be included in V1.0 at the latest :) (Probably it will be in 0.91 ;) )

Please everybody vote :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] ykf:
I previously used Terracrosser for offline map viewing during traveling, and I use the scale it provides to deduce the walking distance between two point. This and the poi feature is the most important feature missed in Navicomputer. You can see the attachment for the display of scale in Terracrosser.

Thanks a lot for this great app!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] puckalicious:
Nice poll!! I really like the suggestion there to make the buttons bigger AND semi-transparent. At some point in a future release I can envision a user menu to select where the buttons go which includes the distance scale -

Option 1: buttons on right, scale on left

Option 2: buttons on left, scale on right

Option 3: buttons split, scale in middle
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] exec228:
looks like it does not zoomout either.

the behaviour is:

1)press zoom out

2)close program

3)start program

this is the only way how one can zoom out.

i don't know how i descended to level 17 of somewhere, but climbing back to level 1..3 is a pain. probably i pressed zoom-in right after installation several times without visual results.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Zooming

NaviComputer zooms in and out just fine on various devices if properly done.

You did not provide information on the maps and zoom levels you installed, the device you are using, or if a soft reset clears the issue.

Please go here:

http://www.navicomputer.com

and read the Blog articles on Using NaviComputer, and Quickstart Downloading Maps using NaviMapper.

I am sure that if you follow the directions, your issue will dissapear. If not, let us know, and we will do our best to help you.

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] teone81:
Google map

I know the Google's politics, but if i want also to edit the mapsource.xml with the google map server settings? how i do?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] ykf:
You need to find out yourself (if there is such a method...). No one will publicly help you on this, as it's illegal.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] exec228:
i localised the bug.

after installation i went to config and set cache/log paths to storage card.

these dirs were empty and the program stuck

probably data movement could be performed after config change.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Bug

Yes, it should be fine now. Once you get used to using NaviComputer, you will find that it almost runs itself! :)

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] awill68:
Which Zoom level

A newbie question:

After selecting a area to download, there are several levels (from 8 to 17) to choose. Which level(s) should I select for the optimal balance between detail and file size.? Should we select only the desired zoom level (e.g.17) or several (e.g. from 10 up to 17) to allow zooming in steps?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
PLEASE SEE EXPANDED POST BELOW #625

Thanks

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Maps and Zoom Levels

You should have some of the smaller zoom levels included to make it easier for you to center the map over the area you wish Navi to display. It is fine if you wish to "skip" some levels to conserve storage space.

The "slider" on NaviMapper adjusts to the zoom level that you see. The boxes you 'check' on the right are the actual zoom levels that will be downloaded to the .nmap file.

I use the slider to give me an "idea" of what the zoom level will look like.

You will notice that at different zoom levels, the map zooms which you will be allowed to download changes. This is a feature of NaviMapper to prevent a user from accidentally downloading the entire world to zoom 17! You would be very old and gray before it finishes. :)

Map sources differ in what they show at the same zoom level as others, and therefore, NaviMapper gives you the opportunity to "test the waters" before you download. Cool huh!

Please go to http://www.navicomupter.com

and read the FAQS and Blog for more information on setup and usage of NaviMapper and NaviComputer.

This topic has been discussed so many times in this forum, that I put a full explanation on the website.

Regards,

QA

NOTE: Please keep in mind that the "lower zoom numbers" cover the largest area (such as 3,4), with the highest being the smallest area (such as 16, 17).

This confuses some users when compiling their map files.

Also, if you feel later on that you need some zooms that you may have skipped, simply download those zooms to a new .nmap file and Navi will find whichever map you need regardless of the folder in which it is located.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] frizzone:
save as image

Is there any possibility to open the ".nmap" file genereted by naviMapper in order to obtain an image file of the map ? (e.g. a jpeg)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Image file of an .nmap

No, unfortunately you cannot open the file except via NaviComputer, or viewing it in NaviMapper.

If you wish a jpeg copy of the map, install a "screenshot" application such as MWSnap and take a pic of the map displayed in NaviMapper, saving it in whatever format you wish (bmp or jpeg). :)

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] heross:
Please Help.

this Strings from Blog

dosnt work under Win7.

With this Strings in mapsources.xml i become an ErrorMassage and NaviMapper dosnt start.

With Strings for VirtualEarth are no problems. Why?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] farqui:
What a marvellous utilty, well done.

I have a small issue reading back in a GPX file that NaviComputer generated - I receive a dailogue "GPX file not supported". Yet the doco says it should be supported. I'm using v0.8 build 3651.21612. Any ideas ?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] olnima:
They work. I think You did copy/paste. If so, You have to rewrite the quotes (", 4 in every copy-and-pasted line). I think this has something to do with html-code.

This ” ” ” ” ” ” is nor the same as that " " " " " "

As You can see there is a difference :)

Olnima
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] heross:
THX,

Problem is banned. :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
GPX file not supported

Can you let me know from which source you derived the GPX file?

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
HEROSS,

Navi works fine with Windows 7. The XML line must be formatted correctly for NaviComputer and NaviMapper to work properly. Quotes are Quotes UNLESSS your pc uses both a forward and reverse quote. Then you must use whichever is proper to start and end the data string.

Here is the general format:

<MapSource ID="Name file" Server="server address/"/>

The ID is the name that will appear in NaviComputer in the Map options menu. It can be whatever you wish it to be.

Server address is self explanatory.

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] farqui:
The GPX file was generated via Navicomputer and I'm using the default settings within MapSources.xml - maps were downloaded from OpenStreetMap.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
GPX file not supported

I would ask that you try running a new track again. Make sure that you have set up the folder where tracks will be stored by using the Menu/Options. If the file was generated by NaviComputer itself, and saved, there is no reason why you cannot access the track. I do it all the time.

Open street maps do not affect the "saving of a track" as a gpx file within Navi.

Let me know if the issue is not resolved.

Regards

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] farqui:
NaviComputer gen'd tracks will not re-open for me.

Does it make a difference if the appl was installed to card ?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] NaviComputer:
Hi farqui,

no, installation on card does not make a difference.

When you recorded the track, was it diplayed on the map and did it show the distance, duration etc. correctly? How long (meters/kilmometers) was the track?

Can you open the the GPX file with a text editor and post (some of) the content?
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] farqui:
Yes, the Options have been set to valid directories.

I've a couple of test tracks, one that logged just a few points (stationary) and another that was approx 40miles which showed it's recorded breadcrumb trail. Both saved without error but alas they will not open. I'll PM the gpx file contents to you.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Here is a sample of what a good GPX track should look like. I have shortened it greatly in content. The actual file is quite long. Your file (located in NaviComputer/logs should be similar.

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?>

<gpx version="1.1" creator="NaviComputer" xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" xmlns="http://www.topografix.com/GPX/1/0">

<trk>

<name>100114</name>

<desc>1/14/10 3:48:52 PM</desc>

<trkseg>

<trkpt lat="40.66829033" lon="-73.99101867">

<ele>-55.2</ele>

<time>2010-01-14T15:49:02Z</time>

</trkpt>

****************

</trkseg>

</trk>

</gpx>

Let developer know if yours does not conform to what you see above.

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] NaviComputer:
Your GPX content looks good. I copied it to a new file and it loaded fine on my device. Strange! Can you try to load it from a different location? Try to copy it to your main storage, change the Log Directory in NaviComputer settings to that folder and try to load it again.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] heross:
I can verify the Problem. The generated GPX file can not open why NaviComputer works under Win Mobile6.5. Under Mobile6.1 the saved GPX file opens without Problems.

PS:

My wish for Version 0.9 is rotate Map with direction i go.

THX for this great Program.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] farqui:
Log directory adjusted to the root of the device, file copied there and NaviComputer still fails to open the .gpx. Switching Units didn't help either.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
GPX issues

I know the developer had asked you to put the logs in the root, where the application was located. I find that they work without issue on my HTC when both are on the storage card. It should not make a difference, but at this point, let's rule out possibilities systematically. If you do have the app and logs together now and it still does not work, then lets move on to plan B.

The only thing I can reason at this point is to start from square one.

Uninstall NaviComputer. Use a file explorer to locate and then delete the entire Navi folder.

Download a fresh copy of NaviComputer version .8RC2 from www.navicomputer.com. OR

use the file below which I should have uploaded here shortly.

I would not download version 9 if it is available. Lets get it working with version .8 now and upgrade to version 9 when the developer releases it. If we do not find out what is wrong with your device and version 8, then version 9 could only complicate the issue.

Install the new copy of the application to the storage card, and use the the Logs folder that is created in the root of Navi for the tracks. Insure that this folder has been selected in the Menu/Options.

Always do a Soft Reset after installing or uninstalling an application. It's a good practice.

Try it again. If it still doesn't work, then take two headache pills and call me in the morning. :D

Keeping my fingers crossed on this one! :confused:

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
RE Post # 643

Do you mean you installed NaviComputer on another device and it also failed to function? Was it also an HD2? I find this hard to believe, unless the CAB you are using is somehow corrupted.

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] farqui:
Thanks for the suggestions peeps.

My GPX issue exists on my Touch HD currently using WinMo 6.5.3 from Flashmore v2.2. I'll be flashing a new ROM shortly so I'll retest and let you know how I get on.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Ummmmmm! You forgot to mention that little fact which makes a big difference and explains much. Keep in mind that applications are normally tested with stock ROMs. If you use a cooked ROM, there is no telling how an application will react. Try to stay with the standard ROM.

This is an excerpt from the Flashmore post on XDA

"Additional Note: ................ This UNOFFICIAL ROM is still under development and you can't expect support from it. If you can't afford to have a buggy phone, this is not for you. By flashing this TEST ROM, it means you are willing to take the risks, solve any bugs encountered yourself .............

Oh well. So much for bits and bytes. :)

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] NaviComputer:
Version 0.90 is online

Version 0.90 is out

Full ChangeLog and short introduction video:

http://navicomputer.com/blog/?p=123

Download:

http://navicomputer.com/download.php

Enjoy!:)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] tiltawurl:
Looks interesting.

I'll give it a try.

I love OziExplorer, which is what I currently use.

I have street, terrain, and topo maps for various uses, including business travel, hunting, and offroading with my Jeep.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] zinconnu:
Wow, thanks! Can I have the cab file please? :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] farqui:
v9 installed and my old GPX tracks now open - not that I can do anything with them but opening is progress. I'll try recording a new one and report back.

I like the new Bookmark and Map browse options - I've plenty to experiment with over the wkend :p

Keep up the good work.

PS: after installing on your PC a new cab is available in C:\Program Files\NaviComputer\NaviComputer\.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] stefanclark:
Some requests/suggestions for improvement:

Click on a poi with option to "centre map on this poi" - making it easier to zoom in on the poi.

Option to jump zoom levels... (maybe with long hold on +/- button?)... can centre on poi at zoom level 7 and quickly then jump down to 15

Grab Long/Lat from text message - we have some gps trackers which send a text of the format:
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] ykf:
Here is it~~~
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] ykf:
Great update!!!

A suggestion: poi name can be shown under the poi marking if a new context menu item "show poi name" is selected when you click and hold on the poi marking.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] zinconnu:
Thanks for the .cab file, really. ;)

Navicomputer: if you need any help to traduce your app in french, i can help you. :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] NaviComputer:
The "Go to map" option does exactly this, it centers the map to the POI :)

Thanks for all your comments and suggestions, I have noted them :)

Yes, I'm planning to add more languages. Already got some volunteers :) . I will contact you if I need your help. Thanks for the offer!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] zinconnu:
You're welcome. :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] hskeik:
i have a problem with 0.90 version,

no image appears

see attachment please
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
NaviMapper

Prior to your attempt to download map files, did NaviMapper show any map at all?

It is highly unusual that NaviMapper does not show anything. When NaviMapper starts, you should see a world map, provided there is a stable data connection.

Try this: In the search box on the title bar, enter a location and click GoTo.

Does NaviMapper show the location?

If so, zoom down to about 6 or 7.

Does the map still show at the new zoom levels?

Now try the download again.

If it fails, then two possibilities exist, your service provider, or the site from which the maps are being downloaded.

I would suggest that you wait a few hours and try it again.

Let me know how things progress.

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] hskeik:
Thanks a lot for your help, It works now well, I don't know exactly what is the reason, but I went sleep and in the morning it became working well. :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Map Download Issues

More than likely, it was your internet service provider or Open Map Service.

It happens. :)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] tiltawurl:
I don't know whether it was coincidence or not, but Windows Explorer on my PC dropped to its knees after using the map-making app. (no other events around the same time, fine after a clean virus scan and reboot)

As for the WinMo application, it didn't move the map when zooming the first time from the world map to a local map at 15 zoom. If I closed and restarted at 15 zoom, it worked fine, other than being a bit off location.

Turning on/off the GPS needs to be finger-friendly.

Need more map sources in the map-making program.

Need an option to make a map from a jpg/bmp/gif/tiff picture. (I make trail maps to use for mountain biking and offroading in my Jeep)

A good start, with a clean interface.

(OziExplorerCE interface needs cleaned up and made more finger-friendly)
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] qanda6900:
Comments and Suggestions

Coincidence. :)

This sounds like an internet problem. NaviMapper displays maps that are downloaded live via data source. NaviMapper can only zoom to a new level if it has captured it.

Noted for the wish list. :D

Please read the section on NaviComputer website under Blog, QuickStart...Downloading Maps with NaviMapper. It will answer your issue.

http://navicomputer.com/blog/

This has been brought up in the forum I don't think this feature will be soon forthcoming, but may be at a later time.

Not me. My horse is smarter than I am. ;)

Regards,

QA
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] NaviComputer:
Hi,

I'm planning to add several additional languages to NaviComputer in version 0.91.

I have prepared an excel table for translations, so it is very easy to add the texts in additional languages.

Right now I am looking for someone who is willing to contribute the Italian translation.

If anybody can do this, please send me an email to Development(at)navicomputer.com so I can send you the excel file.

Thanks in advance!
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] Alkazar:
Great job mate, waiting for a soft like that from many years.

Thank you.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] hskeik:
I have a good idea for NaviComputer 0.91 ...

can you please make your own footprint? I mean, when you add POI, you can add picture support for the POI ​

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