Shturmann Link 300: user manual, reviews

Qualitative navigation systems are not found very often in our time. The new version of Shturmann Link 300 is able not only to show the driver's path perfectly, but also to delight in additional interactive service capabilities. The Navigator really shows his own skills without any problems.

The device provides a secure Internet connection, allows you to send and receive SMS messages, and supports popular social networks. All these opportunities helped him to move forward in the ranking of the best and outperform some famous manufacturers.

Instructions for installing the program

When you install the program in the Shturmann Link 300 device, the instruction will be an excellent assistant. You only have to perform the actions in this sequence:

1. First, turn off the device and remove the memory card.
2. Then open the program card reader and watch the contents.
3. All the data present on the map is copied to another source of storage, and we format it.
4. The downloaded archive contains the contents of one directory (Copy content to SD card). It needs to be copied onto the card.
5. Now you can insert the card into the device and start the navigation system itself.
6. Immediately a window appears, click the "Register" button. Then the programs pop up on the screen, and with them - the text entry field, into which the registration key is entered (you can get it when registering the program).
7. Press the "Next" button and wait for the files to be downloaded.
8. In order for the action to be carried out automatically, you need to go to "Menu - Settings Panel - GPS - Settings". Then click the "Connect" button. Installation completed.

In this simple way, you can run a navigation program that will serve the owner long and securely.

Design

In appearance, the GPS-navigator Shturmann Link 300 is quite simple. The case has a rectangular shape, painted in gray. It features smooth corners, as well as a black frame near the display for greater reliability. The device itself is made of plastic, resembling a lacquered material. All connectors are protected from dust by rubber plugs.

The weight of the device is only 280 grams, dimensions - 125 x 80 x 19 mm, and the diagonal - 4.3 inches. The viewing angle is sufficient for such devices, and a horizontal view is especially prominent. The image on the screen is clearly visible even on a sunny day. This navigator can easily be placed in your pocket.

Software

The operating system of this device is Windows CE 5.0. When buying in any place, the user will be offered three variants of the navigation system: "Autosputnik", "Sitigid" or "Navitel". You can choose absolutely any, since they all work perfectly.

The great advantage is that the menu icons are large. This makes it easy to get on the right button, because in the car this function is quite important.

The navigator called Shturmann Link 300 does not connect to the computer, mainly because of the firmware. To do this, just need to update the old version, and then there will be no problems.

In addition to the navigation features should be noted and additions:

1. Ability to play audio files.
2. There is a gallery for storing and viewing photos.
3. Reading e-books provided.
4. Calls, as well as SMS alerts, can both enter and leave the device.

Equipment

Included with each Shturmann Link 300 navigator is a stylus for more convenient use, a disk with the necessary software, a brief but clear instruction for beginners. In addition, there are a couple of cases, a SIM card, a memory card, a cable for connecting to a personal computer, a mount and a charger specifically for the car.

Screen

The device Shturmann Link 300 GPS has a chic TFT-display with a wide-format resolution, as well as an excellent diagonal of 4.3 inches. The screen itself is matte, which looks pretty nice.

Working offline

Shturmann Link 300 has a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 1500 mAh. One charge allows the device to work for 4 hours. It should be noted that this is a navigator specifically for the car, and after all there you can charge it at any time. Therefore, relatively small capacity will not be a problem.

Mounting

Specially for the car in the complete set there is an especial fastening consisting of an auto holder and an arm with a vacuum sucker. The Shturmann Link 300 holder is made of unique plastic, which is also semi-transparent, which provides an improved appearance to the device. It looks really nice and spectacular. White does not give itself away when fastened on the side window, unlike black.

Performance

Platform Atlas III has a processor frequency of 372 MHz, as well as built-in memory for 128 MB. Shturmann Link 300 is at the same level with similar models, because the processor is a little weak. The menu is navigated without any problems, but when the city map is scaled, some braking and the like may occur. Drawing the full card takes about 2-3 seconds. When navigating the map, sometimes the same slowing down is noticeable.

Navigation program

The kernel of the operating system on which the device is based plays a special role, since people most often pay attention to it when purchasing. Of course, the main part of the whole system is nothing more than a navigation program. At purchase the person has the right to choose independently from three offered systems, having found out about them all facts interesting to it. Change the navigation version at any time, because all this is easily and simply carried out by the user manually.

The design of each program is unique, they are developed in "Lebedev Studio". The device contains detailed maps of many cities of the Russian Federation (Moscow and the region, St. Petersburg, Novosibirsk, Omsk and so on). The map of each city and region was tested separately, no errors or shortcomings were noticed.

The appearance suits the users. This is one of the few cases when everything is done in moderation and with taste. The application allows you to customize the type of the desired route, select the brightness level of the screen and volume, and determine the desired display points on the map and their appearance.

In navigation programs there are some problems, for example, functions are not yet quite enough for extensive use. There are no settings for scaling and binding to certain routes.

Search for specific objects can be easily done with a convenient menu. The card itself can be displayed on the screen in both day and night modes. This option is switched in the settings, and the action is automatically performed according to the set time. There are two types of display: three- and two-dimensional.

Customer Reviews

The model of the universal navigator Shturmann Link 300 reviews gets, as a rule, positive. A lot of buyers are really happy to purchase such a wonderful device that has many additional features and performs its main job perfectly.

Of the shortcomings, users note rare braking on the map, as well as a deep location of slots for the memory card and SIM card. But there were really many positive sides:

1. A large number of additional applications interested in buyers, because now you can spend your own time with interest, standing in traffic jams.
2. The voice is pleasant for perception, it accurately indicates all the turns on the route.
3. Glare in the sun completely absent.
4. Carrying case looks nice and convenient enough to use. The screen does not scratch, but the device does not fall out.
5. The price is quite acceptable for such a set of additions.
6. Compact dimensions for modern motorists are really important.
7. Clear instructions, unnecessary questions on use and connection does not arise.

These are the interesting pluses that most users give out. A lot of buyers persistently recommend buying this particular model, as the ratio of price and quality is more than happy. The horizontal viewing angles are maximum, and the vertical ones are mediocre. The brightness is constantly kept at an average level, it is quite enough in any weather. In order to reduce or increase the brightness, you will have to perform all these actions only through the menu, there are no other methods (for example, with one touch).

Control is carried out with the help of a pen (included in the kit), or simply with your fingers. In addition, the interface is designed to control it with your fingers.