2011 Mazda BT-50 GPS problem.
Submitted: Saturday, Aug 25, 2012 at 05:09
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JJ B
I have recently purchased a late 11/2011 BT-50 (B32P) XTR dual cab. The GPS is far from accurate in that it takes you to the vicinity only and not to the actual address. It is usually anything from 500 meters to 1 k out.
The dealer (service manager) claims that his own BT-50 does the same thing and apparently it is a google where-is problem. He went on to say there is no upgrade available at this stage and claimed that the problem does get better after use. Frankly I believe this to be an excuse.
Is anyone else experiencing this problem and if so can you please tell me what you have done about it?
Reply By: Ross M - Saturday, Aug 25, 2012 at 11:03
Saturday, Aug 25, 2012 at 11:03
Most GPS systems allow the user to bring up the co ordinates of, where they are, on one of the screens. If so compare this to a reading from a handheld device and compare the data position.
If it varies by 30metres or more then the BT50 is not accurate.
Check with two or more gps units to get a definite confirmation of the inability to perform.
Haven't found a GPS which gets better as you use it. " Once I was lost and now am found:????? No I don't think so.
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Follow Up By: JJ B - Saturday, Aug 25, 2012 at 14:50
Saturday, Aug 25, 2012 at 14:50
Thanks
Ross M. The problem has been solved by Carl R and as outlined in my reply to him.
I appreciate your response eitherway.
Cheers
JJ
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