iGO 8 is a popular GPS navigation software that can run on Windows CE 5.0 devices, such as PDAs, smartphones, and car navigation systems. iGO 8 offers features such as 3D maps, voice guidance, lane assistance, speed limit warnings, and more. In this article, we will show you how to download and install iGO 8 software for your Windows CE 5.0 device.
The first step is to download the iGO 8 software package that matches your device's screen resolution. You can find various versions of iGO 8 software on the internet, such as on GPS Power forum[^1^] or Bitbucket[^2^]. Make sure you download the correct version for your device, as different versions may have different features and compatibility issues. For example, if your device has a screen resolution of 800x480 pixels, you should download the iGO 8.3.5.193799 WinCE, WinMobile 5/6/6.1 & later version[^1^]. The download link may require you to register or complete a captcha before you can access it.
The second step is to unpack the iGO 8 software package that you downloaded to the root of your SD card or resident flash memory. You can use a file manager or a computer to do this. The iGO 8 software package should be a ZIP file that contains an executable file named iGO 8.3.5.193799.exe and a folder named setup.igoprimo that contains two files named setup.en and setup.txt. You should see these files and folder in the root of your SD card or resident flash memory after unpacking.
The third step is to put your maps, points of interest (POIs), and other content files that you want to use with iGO 8 software in the appropriate folders on your SD card or resident flash memory. You can find various sources of maps, POIs, and other content files on the internet, such as on GPS Power forum[^3^]. Make sure you download the correct files for your region and device, as different files may have different formats and compatibility issues. For example, if you want to use maps of Europe with iGO 8 software, you should download the iGO Europe maps file and put it in the content\map folder on your SD card or resident flash memory.
The fourth step is to select and modify your sys.txt file that contains the settings and parameters for iGO 8 software. You can find various versions of sys.txt file on the internet, such as on GPS Power forum[^1^]. Make sure you select the correct sys.txt file for your device and software version, as different sys.txt files may have different options and values. For example, if you are using iGO 8.3.5.193799 WinCE, WinMobile 5/6/6.1 & later version[^1^], you should select the sys.txt file that matches this version and put it in the root of your SD card or resident flash memory. You can also modify the sys.txt file according to your preferences and needs, such as changing the language, sound volume, screen orientation, etc.
The final step is to launch the iGO 8 software by executing the iGO 8.3.5.193799.exe file on your device. You can use a file manager or a shortcut to do this. The iGO 8 software should start and display a splash screen followed by a license agreement screen. You should accept the license agreement and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation and configuration of iGO 8 software. You can then enjoy using iGO 8 software for navigation on your Windows CE 5.0 device.
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