Trip Planning on Your Pocket PC

You can use CoPilot on your Pocket PC for trip planning whether or not the GPS receiver is connected and receiving data. Planning Mode allows you to run a trip on your Pocket PC even when you're not in your car. You'll get driving directions and maps that you can use for reference before your trip begins.

1. First turn on your Pocket PC

2. The Plan Trip screen will open.

 

and launch CoPilot (tap Start >

 

Tap Add Stop, then add stops

 

Programs > CoPilot). In the

 

to your trip as you would in

 

Welcome screen, tap the Mode

 

Guidance Mode. To pick a

 

menu and select Planning.

 

stop from the map, see p. 46.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. To see driving directions, tap

6. Your trip, along with the trip

the View button, then tap the

itinerary, can be saved and

Itinerary button in the nested

then opened later in Guidance

toolbar that pops up.

Mode (see below).

Saving and Loading Trip Itineraries

To save a trip itinerary you put together in Planning or Guidance Mode, select Save Trip As from the pop-up Tools menu. Give the trip a name and tap Ok. At a later time you can open the trip in Guidance Mode using the Saved Trip option in the Select Stop screen..

3.Note that you should enter stops in reverse order (destination first, origin last) — the first stop (0) on the Plan Trip itinerary is the starting point of your trip. Tap Get Directions when you have entered all your stops.

4.Now you’ll see your route on the map. You can tap the zoom buttons on the toolbar to zoom your view in and out.

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Pocket PC 5 specifications

TravRoute Pocket PC 5 is a robust navigation software that plays a vital role in transforming handheld devices into efficient travel companions. Designed specifically for Pocket PC platforms, it brings cutting-edge navigation technologies to users seeking a reliable way to explore new destinations.

One of the standout features of TravRoute Pocket PC 5 is its comprehensive mapping system, which offers detailed road maps for cities across the United States and Canada. Users can enjoy turn-by-turn voice directions, ensuring a hassle-free driving experience. The software utilizes a straightforward interface that simplifies route planning, making it accessible even for those who may not be tech-savvy.

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The program is designed to be resource-efficient, ensuring smooth operation on Pocket PC devices without overwhelming system capabilities. This efficiency is accompanied by a user-friendly design, with customizable settings that let users tailor their navigation experience according to their preferences.

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