Download google map to 650?
Wed, 04/30/2008 - 3:00pm
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Hello I know this has been discussed previously and I looked quickly at the faq and didn't see anything so hopefully someone can help me out.
How do I downloan a google map into my garmin 650?
Much appreciated!
I don't think you can
I don't think you can download map from google. You can download the waypoint you have search from google.
I forgot the garmin unit but you can download route too from google.
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How do I downloan a google map into my garmin 650?
The google map you see it on your screen is a essentially a bitmap image. It needs to be converted to a set of points (ie vectorised). Basically this involves tracing over the features to produce a map definition that cgpsmapper (http://cgpsmapper.com) can turn into a Garmin compatible .img file
See also (for example):
http://www.mapman.org.uk/ (Mapman)
http://www.geopainting.com/ (Gpsmapedit)
There is also software out there that attempts to automate the process. (Mapman has some capability in this area).
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Love the Good Ole' Fashion Map!!!
Thank goodness they haven't done away with the good old fashion map!
Thanks for your help!
Happy Trails!