BMW Navigator III plus
The revised version of the BMW Motorrad Navigator III will be available for the 2008 season. As regards external appearance, there is no difference between the new main unit and the Navigator III unit familiar from the 2007 season. Even the printed name "BMW Motorrad Navigator III" remains unchanged. The proven Advanced Mounting Cradle with the four additional buttons on the left-hand side and the fuel-resistant and spray-proof housing with the IPX7 protection rating have been retained. In this context, it is worth noting that the Advanced Mounting Cradle and the fuel-resistant housing are still unique selling points of the BMW Motorrad Navigator.
The map-data stock corresponds to the latest MapSource City Navigator Europe NT version 2008 and has been updated and expanded from the predecessor version. Of the new features supported by version 2008, the inclusion of many Eastern European countries is significant, and coverage of some Western European countries has undergone major improvement. As was the case with last year's model, the map-data stock is preinstalled. The Navigator III plus 2008, therefore, is ready for use immediately after being switched on; there is no need to load detailed map data prior to initial use. Even though the stock of map data is preinstalled, unlike most competitor products the package comes complete with a full version of the MapSource software for the added convenience of PC-based route planning. The MapSource software is available on DVD only. Consequently, a DVD drive is a prerequisite for installing and using the MapSource software on a PC.
By contrast with last year's Navigator III plus, the car kit is no longer included in the kit: this has helped to bring the retail price down from £995 to an amazing £650!! However, the car kit consisting of attachment pad with holder, infrared remote control and connecting cable is still available separately as an accessory. The selling price for the car kit from BMW Motorrad is £60.50, considerably lower than the sum of the Garmin prices for the individual parts.
A new accessory for the BMW Motorrad Navigator III / III plus and III plus 2008 is the TMC module:
TMC traffic-news receiver GTM-12 TMC
The TMC module is a plug-in that connects to the USB port of the BMW Motorrad Navigator.
It can receive announcements concerning traffic disruptions broadcast on the TMC digital radio service (Traffic Message Channel).
The GTM-12 receiver can be used free of charge anywhere in Europe.
Although TMC reception is free in most European countries, subscriptions are required in England and in France: the BMW Motorrad TMC module, however, comes complete with pre-programmed life-long subscriptions for both countries. Consequently, no additional costs are incurred for reception of the service in England and France (this applies to customers from England or France and to customers wanting to use this service on a temporary basis, for example while vacationing in these countries). Note: The use of the Garmin TMC receiver in England or France, by contrast, incurs a usage charge.
Dynamic guidance is the default mode, in other words traffic jams are automatically avoided by suitable detours. The user has the option of deactivating the dynamic-guidance mode. If this mode is deactivated traffic disruptions are indicated by icons on the display; acoustic announcements are audible if the rider's helmet is fitted with the appropriate audio kit.
TMC traffic-news receiver GTM-12 TMC
The other changes
vis-ΰ-vis last year's Navigator III plus concern improvements to the software
functions:
Some minor bugs have
been fixed. The most significant change is that route planning now supports
avoidance of motorways only, in
other words without the simultaneous avoidance of other classes of
main road. No other device
from Garmin incorporates this function.
The improved software is available as a free download for Navigator III or III plus customers from the BMW Motorrad websites (Basic Software Update Version 4.40).
The integrated BMW Motorrad dealership database has also been updated. This updated database is also posted on the BMW websites as a free download for owners of the predecessor models.
All accessories and mounting kits of the BMW Motorrad Navigator III can be used without alteration for the Navigator III plus 2008.
The BMW Motorrad Navigator III plus 2008 at a glance:
New features of the BMW Motorrad Navigator III plus 2008:
City Navigator Europe NT v2008 with detailed data for all of Europe is preinstalled.
Software enhancement: Avoidance of motorways without simultaneous avoidance of other classes of main road for route planning.
Updated BMW Motorrad dealership database.
TMC module available as an accessory.
Car kit no longer included in scope of supply, now available as an accessory.
Exclusive features of the BMW Motorrad Navigator: -
Advanced Mounting Cradle with 4 extra buttons
Fuel-resistant housing
Additional avoidance category for avoiding motorways only (applies to III plus 2008 only)
Configurable extended track logging (III plus and later versions)
Individual tracks can be saved and viewed in the map (III plus and later versions)
Expanded multilingual instructions for use (III and later versions)
Configuration profiles for various vehicles (III plus and later versions)
Bluetooth data interchange between two devices (III plus and later versions)
Full version of the MapSource software included as part of the scope of supply
Compass function
Addresses of BMW Motorrad dealerships
Scope of supply of the BMW Motorrad Navigator III plus 2008: -
The box comes in attractive retail packaging and contains:
BMW Motorrad Navigator III (GPS navigation device with built-in aerial and integrated memory)
Advanced Mounting Cradle with four extra buttons and audio OUT for voice output
12V connecting cable for connection to on-board socket or cigarette-lighter socket (for use on the motorcycle)
Power supply unit (100-240V, 50-60 Hz) with adapters for Europe and UK
USB connecting cable
Safety screwdriver
Protective cover for display
GARMIN MapSource City Navigator Europe NT version 2008 DVD including enabling code for Europe, map-data stock preinstalled on the device
Extended printed instructions for use in 11 European languages
Not included in the scope of supply are vehicle-specific holders and cable sets.
FAQs The frequently asked questions relating to the BMW Motorrad Navigator have been posted on the Internet at www.bmw-motorrad.com
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Housing |
14.3 x 8.0 x 5.0 cm, robust, fully sealed (IPX7), fuel-resistant, 4 buttons |
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Housing complete with Advanced Mounting Cradle |
17.3 x 8.0 x 5.5 cm, robust, fully sealed (IPX7), fuel-resistant, 4 extra buttons on the Advanced Mounting Cradle |
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Temperature range |
-15 °C to 70 °C |
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Weight |
420 g (without fasteners, Advanced Mounting Cradle) |
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Aerial |
Integrated patch aerial, plus MCX plug for external aerial |
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Power supply |
12V, 6 watts, 12V adapter cable for connection to on-board socket or cigarette-light socket (included), power supply unit for 100V-240V, 50-60 Hz including adapter for EU or UK |
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Connections |
Bluetooth for connection to Bluetooth helmets or headsets (handsfree profile), audio connections (2.5 mm stereo jack plug) with connectivity for loudspeakers and helmet kit (optional) for System 4 and 5 helmets, USB connection (version 2.0, full speed) for PC interface cable (supplied) for data transfer from PC, infrared port for remote control |
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Advanced Mounting Cradle |
For fitting to motorcycle, with 4 extra buttons (Zoom In/ Out, Enter, Esc) |
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Monitor |
(Touchscreen, high-resolution 8-bit 256-colour TFT LCD, 8.4 x 4.5 cm, automatic backlighting with light-sensor control (with day and night modes), 454 x 240 pixels, high-contrast and low-reflection, fuel-resistant |
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Integrated memory |
Preinstalled with detailed European map data, installation of additional detailed map data possible |
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GPS functions |
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GPS receiver |
GPS high-end receiver Phase Trac 12 for parallel reception of up to twelve satellites |
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GPS detection times |
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Cold |
approx. 45 seconds |
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Warm |
approx. 15 seconds |
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AutoLocate |
approx. 2 minutes, given good satellite reception |
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GPS performance |
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Update rate |
1/second, continuous |
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GPS accuracy |
Position < 15 metres, 95 % typical (accuracy loss on 100 m² DRMS corresponding to selective availability per US Ministry of Defence) |
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GPS speed |
0.05 m/s steady-state condition |
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GPS accuracy (WAAS / EGNOS) |
Position < 3 metres, 95 % typical (accuracy loss on 100 m² DRMS corresponding to selective availability per US Ministry of Defence) |
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GPS speed (WAAS / EGNOS) |
0.05 m/s steady-state condition |
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Dynamic load |
6 g |
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Software functions |
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Navigation |
Turn-by-turn route navigation with acoustic and visual turn-of indications and warnings; optimisation for fastest route, shortest route or straight line selectable; automatic route recalculation on deviation from route |
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Map views |
3-dimensional, 2-dimensional (heading-up orientation or north-up orientation) |
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Menu languages |
Menu guidance in German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Danish, Dutch, Swedish, Finnish, Hungarian, Czech, Norwegian, Portuguese, Polish, Slovenian, Slovakian, Turkish, Croatian, Greek |
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Voice announcements |
Text-to-speech voice
announcements in German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch,
Swedish, Norwegian, Portuguese. |
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Voice output |
Text-to-speech (street names), or pre-recorded |
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Trip computer |
Trip computer with current speed, four resettable tripmeters, mean speed of progress, average and top speeds, travel time, stoppage time, total time |
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Map data |
Integrated basic map for Europe with motorways, ordinary roads and important transit roads; MapSource European City Navigator on DVD and preinstalled in the device (includes detailed data for Europe plus POIs such as restaurants, hotels, shopping facilities, sights, workshops, BMW Motorrad information such as authorised BMW Motorrad dealerships, Enduropark Hechlingen, customer centres, etc.); other map data can be uploaded via USB |
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Data storage |
Route taken (tracklog) can be configured to log by travelling time, stage, 8 tracks can be saved in addition to the active tracklog. 50 routes with a maximum of 250 marker points per route, maximum of 2,000 marker points, storage in internal flash memory, no back-up battery necessary |
| Route Storage Capacity | Up to 50 routes with up to 250 marker points per route, up to 2,000 marker points with names and icons |
| Track Logging | Logging of track with up to 10,000 marker points, configurable by track taken or time, up to 8 tracks can be saved, compressed storage of tracks (max. 1,000 marker points/track), custom display of tracks stored in memory |
| Compass Function | Showing heading or direction to the next marker point distance/time to next marker point, speed |
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| Approvals | CE (EMC Directive 95/54/EC), FCC, E mark, e mark |
The price i
s now only £650Mounting hardware is available for all BMW bikes. From £15 - £90 depending on the model.
Below is an example of an accessory loan through BMW for £1000 with zero deposit: -
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Cash Price |
£1,000.00 |
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Less Deposit |
£0.00 |
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Amount of Credit |
£1,000.00 |
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Add Charges |
£104.00 |
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Acceptance Fee payable with First
Instalment |
£30.00 |
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£134.00 |
| Balance |
£1,134.00 |
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Total Amount Payable |
£1,134.00 |
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APR |
13.5% |
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24 Monthly Instalments of |
£46.00 |
Finance available subject to status. Terms and conditions apply. Contact us for a full written quote & a copy of the terms..
Accessories available for the BMW Motorrad Navigator III plus :-
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Headset for audio | £35.00 |
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Complete car kit including power lead with speaker, bean-bag mount and remote control. | £60.50 |
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TMC traffic-news receiver GTM-12 TMC | £111.00 |
