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cell phone wireless network and Ventus Navigator
Is it possible to use my cell phone / tablet as a wireless network and connect Ventus to Expedition via that network? If so, is there a detriment to using it in this manner?
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Re: cell phone wireless network and Ventus Navigator
Yes, you can use your mobile hot spot to make the connection. The only downside to connecting that way is that you will run down your phone battery much faster.
Harry
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Re: cell phone wireless network and Ventus Navigator
awesome news! thanks!
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Re: cell phone wireless network and Ventus Navigator
And I should have added that it is not as strong a signal as a good dual band router puts out. Not a problem unless you are on a larger boat with a carbon deck.
Harry
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Re: cell phone wireless network and Ventus Navigator
As Harry mentioned using the hotspot on your phone will drain the battery.
Better consider making your PC the hotsport using e.g. Connectify ( ).