Portable navigators for most motorists are associated with small devices equipped with compact displays with a small diagonal. However, the dashboards of many cars allow you to take full advantage of large screens, in connection with which many users opt for larger gadgets. One such device is the Prology iMap 7300 GPS Navigator.
Which is better - a smartphone or a navigator?
Despite the fact that smartphones today have become an indispensable part of everyday life, portable navigators have not disappeared from everyday life, remaining popular gadgets of motorists due to convenience and benefits. For a one-time route to the destination, a smartphone with online navigation is also suitable, but a separate device is more suitable for constant and regular use for the purpose of moving around the city or traveling over long distances.
The main advantage of a portable navigator is that all its functions are tailored specifically for navigation. Basically, this affects the reliability of parts - the antenna and the chip. Navigation in a smartphone or tablet is a secondary function that can cause problems even in expensive models. The first drawback is that a call may arrive at the phone at any time, and there is no guarantee that at this moment the driver will not make a difficult maneuver at the road junction or try to get directions. The versatility of the smartphone in this situation can play a bad joke.
If the driver prefers to use online navigation from Google or Yandex, then it depends entirely on the Internet connection, which is not always convenient. Off-line navigation software, in most cases, is paid. For example, Navitel provides a Commonwealth card package for smartphones, which will cost the user at least 1,650 rubles.
And in this situation, it is worth mentioning the cost of the Prology iMap 7300 Black navigator - taking into account all the accessories (car charging, bracket and others), such a gadget will cost much cheaper than similar software and accessories for a smartphone. For this reason, the acquisition of such a device is not only useful, but also beneficial for the car enthusiast.
Navigator Options
- Portable Navigator Prology iMap 7300.
- Bracket for attaching the gadget to the windshield of the car.
- Car power adapter 12 V.
- USB cable for connecting to a PC.
- Documentation for navigation software.
- User's manual.
Design by Prology iMap 7300
A distinctive feature of the Prology navigator is its individuality: the user can choose a model with a bright red or snowy white back panel, which will give the gadget originality. The Prology iMap 7300 Black model in classic black was proposed by the manufacturer in 2014, while receiving some changes in the filling, which added power to the gadget. The updated model, in particular, received the 800 megahertz MStar processor, which replaced the previous 500 megahertz, which allowed us to improve the performance and speed of the software.
Specifications
The Prology iMap 7300 is equipped with a liquid crystal display with a resolution of 800x480 pixels, which is a very good solution for a 7-inch screen - the processor does not load too much, but it’s convenient and comfortable to use navigation, because you don’t have to strain your eyes to try to see small icons and inscriptions on the map . Of course, a comparison with the AMOLED display will not be in favor of Prology, however, in reviews of the Prology iMap 7300, users note that the navigator bypasses the brightness and contrast of the screen bypassing many of its competitors and looks quite worthy for this parameter in its price category.
The software for the navigator uses the traditional one - “Navitel Navigator”, equipped with an expanded set of maps. The Prology iMap 7300 comes with a package of maps of countries such as Belarus, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, included in the Commonwealth package, and the countries of the Baltic States and far abroad - Denmark, Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, Finland, Poland, Norway and Sweden . End-to-end routing is fully supported by the packet. The GPS Prology iMap 7300 maps contain over 370 thousand settlements, more than 30 thousand of which are equipped with HD-mapping.
Navigator functionality
All multimedia and navigation functions necessary for work are already built into the Prology iMap 7300. In addition to the GPS module required for navigation, the gadget is equipped with an MP3 player that allows you to watch videos, listen to music or voice messages and view text files.
The 500 MHz MStar microprocessor integrated in the Prology iMap 7300 provides software performance. Despite the small amount of RAM gadget, its capacity is enough to perform all the functions provided. The internal memory of the navigator is 4 GB, the operational memory is only 128 MB. As already mentioned, the RAM is very small, which is very unusual for those users who use modern smartphones and tablets. The navigator of this capacity is quite enough: the gadget reacts very quickly to the entered commands, easily plays audio and video, there are no delays when viewing maps. The amount of memory can be increased by installing a microSD card.
The settings menu allows you to change and adjust parameters such as display brightness, notification volume. In addition, you can install other languages, access to third-party devices via USB-connection and alternative software. As the main navigation program, development from Navitel version 5.5 with a package of pre-installed maps of the countries of Europe and the CIS is used.
In addition, with a microSD card, the amount of memory can be increased. Using the options menu, monitor brightness, volume are adjusted, language is installed, access to alternative software, connection to USB devices. The main, default navigation program is the development of Navitel 5.5 with pre-installed maps of the CIS and European countries.
Features of the Prology Navigator
- The battery life of the gadget lasts for three hours thanks to the integrated lithium-ion battery.
- A pre-installed package of license cards from the Navitel company, which cover the entire territory of Russia, many countries of Europe and the CIS.
- Performance of the Prology iMap 7300 navigator software thanks to the new MStar processor with a clock frequency of 800 MHz.
- High image clarity and ease of perception of small details of cards due to the optimal resolution of the LCD screen. The matrix, despite the brightness and contrast, does not overload the processor and does not reduce the performance of the entire system.
- A wide range of contrast and screen brightness for a device of this price category, so you can use the navigator both in bright daytime and in dim night lighting.
Downloading and updating navigator maps
The software and map package of the Prology iMap 7300 navigator are updated as follows:
- Special software is downloaded from the official website of the developer - Navitel Navigator Update Center.
- The software is installed on a personal computer.
- If necessary, the software is updated to the current version.
- The Navitel Navigator Update Center program starts.
- The navigator in USB Flash Drive mode is connected to the computer via a USB cable.
- Following the prompts of the program, you need to update all the maps and software of the navigator to the latest version.
- It is necessary to disconnect the navigator from the computer and restart it to update the software.
Summary
Navigator Prology iMap 7300 for many motorists will be a real godsend. The first plus in his piggy bank can be good technical specifications: the hardware of the gadget ensures the speed of the software without freezing and other problems. The second advantage is a bright and contrasting screen with a diagonal of 7 inches and high resolution. High image quality allows you to see all the small details on the cards. The third plus is software, which is considered the best among navigators on the Russian markets. The software comes with a large map package covering many countries. Similar software for a smartphone or tablet will cost a large amount, while buying a navigator with already installed maps will result in a much lower price. Actually, the last advantage of Prology iMap is its low cost.