dualsportmaps.com - Android App

[GISkev]

Loving this app! I loaded a gpx file from my gmail and I cant figure out how to unload it... anyone know?


Im runninga samsung 7 inch tab 2.0 and like it so far!

[GISkev]

So.... if I use my tablet to cache a big area to disk, could I copy the osmand folder to another device and have it work correctly if I point the new device to that directory?

[k1322]

So how does this compare to ViewRanger? Anyone tested both?

[StuInFH]

Can someone please point me to the posting or vid that explains how to add map points to an existing track that I have uploaded to site? I need to increase the res of the track and can't discover where that feature is in editing tools. thanks

[craftycoder]

Originally Posted by StuInFH

Can someone please point me to the posting or vid that explains how to add map points to an existing track that I have uploaded to site? I need to increase the res of the track and can't discover where that feature is in editing tools. thanks

http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...ature=view_all

[StuInFH]

thanks

what do you make of this? I was referring to the additional map types to view in field when I said "so much more." If the base maps do not get updated, I don't know if that affects the functionality for me anyway. But curious as to know if so. thanks
http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=860415&page=6
Quote:

Originally Posted by StuInFH
As far as being any better than "the free OSMand that is is coded from," wouldn't it have to be, by the simple fact that it is so much more than just that?

worwig
Lost in Georgia

Joined: Nov 2009
Oddometer: 528

OSMand has been evolving over time with a lot of nice features. It has gotten easier to use and the rendering engine can be set to produce maps that are higher contrast. As far as I know, DSM is a branch of an old version of OSMand.
And if that is so, the new version uses maps that are in a different format. It appears the old format OSM maps are no longer updated. So DSM may not get updated OSM maps.
Unless I missed something.

[craftycoder]

I do not use DSM on the road. I use it off road. On road, you can use Google Navigator. Offroad, I use the rendered maps for a basemap as those do not change frequently and I do all my planning on the website and then pull the website map to my phone. It is therefore as updated as I want it. You can also link in raster maps from all the usual suspects and those are updated.

The value of DSM is the integration with the website and it's resources. If you aren't using it then skip it. If you are using the website, then you would be crazy to not use the app.

[StuInFH]

Originally Posted by craftycoder

I do not use DSM on the road. I use it off road. .

Yes, same here. And if the base map was to be updated, I would ask for the option to not accept it. I am amazed that some obscure (and great) trails show up in my area on the base map and I find that very useful. In CA, any "updating" to these offroad areas/trails would be the removal of these trails, my guess, judging by what the forest circus has been busy doing around here. So no thanks.

[StuInFH]

Originally Posted by craftycoder

http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...ature=view_all

That is a listing of ALL vids. I've spent more time than I care to admit trying to discover how to add/increase track points to an existing track. It doesn't appear to be as easy as adding Waypoints, which IS easy to find in the Adding Waypoints vid. Does anyone have time to give me a better clue? thanks

[Afry]

DSM is the best thing since sliced bread for dual sport use but I am having an issue with my charging setup when on the bike. I use a ram X mount on the handlebars and like to leave it plugged in to the charger at all times.

The problem is the small USB port seems to chew up OEM chargers at the connection. The phone side is never effected but the charger side stops working after a few days of trail riding and has to be replaced.

I have secured the charger cable near the connection to minimize the movement but it still doesn't last more than a week of riding.

Any suggestions?

[beechum1]

Originally Posted by Afry

DSM is the best thing since sliced bread for dual sport use but I am having an issue with my charging setup when on the bike. I use a ram X mount on the handlebars and like to leave it plugged in to the charger at all times.

The problem is the small USB port seems to chew up OEM chargers at the connection. The phone side is never effected but the charger side stops working after a few days of trail riding and has to be replaced.

I have secured the charger cable near the connection to minimize the movement but it still doesn't last more than a week of riding.

Any suggestions?

Hey Arny!! What charger are you using, or what USB outlet. I'm using the BurnsMoto and it hasn't failed me yet.

[Rigalo]

Originally Posted by Afry

DSM is the best thing since sliced bread for dual sport use but I am having an issue with my charging setup when on the bike. I use a ram X mount on the handlebars and like to leave it plugged in to the charger at all times.

The problem is the small USB port seems to chew up OEM chargers at the connection. The phone side is never effected but the charger side stops working after a few days of trail riding and has to be replaced.

I have secured the charger cable near the connection to minimize the movement but it still doesn't last more than a week of riding.

Any suggestions?

Have the same problem and also tried to secure the cable. However, I've been looking at some 'cradle' for the phone where it kinda 'clamps' the phone with a charging socket fixed onto the cradle. Just a thought.

[LoneStrom]

Originally Posted by Afry

The problem is the small USB port seems to chew up OEM chargers at the connection. The phone side is never effected but the charger side stops working after a few days of trail riding and has to be replaced.

I have secured the charger cable near the connection to minimize the movement but it still doesn't last more than a week of riding.

Any suggestions?

Does the cable break or do you think it's the charger's electronics? I'm using a cheap USB charger for a cigarette lighter plug that I hacked to wire in to the battery, then use a 6ft micro usb cable to go to the phone. No problems yet with about 6k on this setup.

[ID XR600]

Originally Posted by Rigalo

Have the same problem and also tried to secure the cable. However, I've been looking at some 'cradle' for the phone where it kinda 'clamps' the phone with a charging socket fixed onto the cradle. Just a thought.

Me too. If you find one, please share it here.

[Oshiat]

Check out cases sold by Ultimate Addons. They are waterproof and the case captures their charger plug when in use. I bought the EU version for my Galaxy S2 and it works perfectly.