Practically every motorist, whether he is going on vacation in his car or going on a business trip to another city, sooner or later faces the need to purchase an autonavigator. How to choose a model that meets certain characteristics, and what should you pay special attention to? After all, the modern market is simply a huge selection of car navigators from various manufacturers.
So, the goal is defined - a high-quality and functional autonavigator is needed. How to choose the device that will be the perfect assistant?
Initially, you need to decide on the size of the screen: too small a screen will not allow you to quickly read the necessary information, and too large can create some inconvenience for the driver. At the moment, autonavigators with a screen diagonal of 4.3 to 5 inches are in the greatest demand. Such a screen does not distract the driver's attention and allows you to quickly read the necessary information along the route, even while the car is moving.
The second important aspect is the auto-navigation program built into the device. Of course, for more accurate and correct information about the chosen route, it is better to have a device with several navigation systems. But all models of domestic manufacturers support only one system. As additional functions, the ability to view photos, read e-books, and play games is offered. And only Chinese manufacturers of car navigators combine several navigation systems in their models.
At present, the most basic programs that are used in almost all navigators are: "TomTom", "Igo", "Navitel", "Autosputnik". Also, such programs as "CityGuide", "ProCity" are gaining more and more popularity.
For residents of megacities, traffic jams are the most pressing problem. Autonavigators with traffic jams will help to solve this problem. How to choose the most functional option? At first glance, everything is simple: the device receives information, displays it on the map and builds a route around streets with traffic jams. You do not need to bother yourself once again with choosing a road without traffic jams, the autonavigator will do it for you. How to choose the best device that supports traffic information and provides a route that is more economical in terms of time and kilometers?
Navigators that support information about traffic jams are divided into several types: some receive information using GPRS receivers, others - using an RDS antenna (via a radio channel). For todayOnly Garmin navigators support reception of information about traffic jams via radio channel. Others
in cases, built-in GPRS receivers are required to receive data. As a rule, the manufacturer in the annotation to the product indicates additional information on whether or not this navigator model is capable of supporting the function of receiving traffic data. A few more words about Garmin navigators. This brand of domestic production has proven itself very well in the market. Off-road enthusiasts will find a good database of regional maps in their navigators.
In any case, when purchasing, it is advisable to test the autonavigator. How to choose the best one can also be suggested by friends or acquaintances who already use these devices. Which autonavigator to choose is up to you. But you should definitely remember that no, even the most functional navigator can replace the driver behind the wheel, because the final decision is made only by him!
