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Received a Garmen c340 for Xmas. Will I have to update to 2009 map updates or is the software that it came with current?

Jimbo

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Jimbo

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The v2009 map update has just been released in the last few weeks, so it's unlikely that a unit purchased in December 2007 will have that map version.

You can check your map version by going to Settings > Map > Map Info

If you have previous version (v7, v8, or v2008) and if you wish to update the maps, then you will need to purchase the update DVD.

Be aware that that model does not have enough space to load the entire update. You will have to choose between the lower 48 US states or Canada.

Map update

I asked Garmin about the 2009 maps fitting on the c340 and below is the answer I received but being a little skeptic I will save judgement until I purchase the update instead of the full map download.

Thank you for contacting Garmin International.

At this time, we are not aware of any issue with the 2009 mapping fitting on the c340. However, please bear in mind that the 2009 mapping has not yet been released on our web site yet.....

Once the 2009 version is released on our web site, you can order the map update at the link below;
http://www.garmin.com/unlock/update.jsp

With Best Regards,

Kent C

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Charlie. Nuvi 265 WT and Nuvi 2597 LMT. MapFactor Navigator - Offline Maps & GPS.

2009 map updates

when you consider buying updated maps consider where you use the unit and if the road contruction, neighborhoods etc is fairly stable where you travel. in high growth areas the updates are more valuable however they will still be about 2 years behind the construction.

new update

Thanks MC Moma!!

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Jimbo

Thanks

Thanks

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Jimbo

welcome

welcome to the site!

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Val - Nuvi 785t and Streetpilot C340

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Actually the 2008 update fit completely on my c340. It seemed to be an issue on the c330 though.

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Alan-Garmin c340

That's correct

I own both units, the C330 and C340.
The C330 had to have 2008NT split between Unit and SD card while the 2008NT loaded completely on the C340 itself !

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MrKenFL- "Money can't buy you happiness .. But it does bring you a more pleasant form of misery." NUVI 260, Nuvi 1490LMT & Nuvi 2595LMT all with 2014.4 maps !

enjoy ur new unit

enjoy ur new unit

New User

Welcome smile

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