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wjm · Posted: 10/06/2008 06:31pm Post subject: Seed Alert

Hi
I have a GARMIN NUVI 250w and would like it to alert me when I exceed a given speed limit, can any body tell me if can do this if I can do this if so how
WJM

HotmailPong2 · Posted: 04/20/2009 09:36pm Post subject: alert

I am having the same problem. Browsing through many posts here but cant figure out a solution. Also need help. btw I am using Garmin Mobile XT on my Xperia X1. Thanks.

cyongt · Guest

Yes, you have to create a .csv file with filename containing "Speed", and .bmp file for the icon, or simply download them here:
http://poi.gps-data-team.com/

Then, edit the .csv file (e.g. using POI Editor or notepad) to include the location for speed alert, in following format:
Longtitude,Latitude,"AlertName@Speed","Comment"

e.g.
-2.58985,53.90852,"SpeedTest@40","SpeedLimit"

Then use POI Loader for Garmin to load it into your GPS unit. Make sure you choose the right unit (Feet/Miles vs. Meters/Kilometers". The number after "@" will be the limit (at mph or kph respectively). The alert will appear when you are within 36 second * Speed, and appear if you exceeds the limit.

Hope this helps!

Regards,
cyongt