Icons (not showing on Nuvi 660)

 

I'm downloading the icons (BITMAP form) but cant seem to get them to show up on my Nuvi 660. any ideas how?
Thanx

If your tryig to load the

If your tryig to load the icons with a poi please see link below.
Click here

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Yes, you have to load them with your Custom POI files using POI Loader. Copying them to the the unit won't work. If you HAVE used POI Loader and they still aren't working, be sure that you have renamed the file properly and that you have TRIPLE checked for double file extensions. That is the culprit a majority of the time.

naming schem has to be the

naming schem has to be the same and you also need to be zoomed in to see them. They won't show up unless your in close.

Lots of information related to this on-site. If you use the search function at the top left corner of the page, you'll find more info than you need. smile

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How far do you need to be

How far do you need to be zoomed in? Can you see them alright at the default setting? Obviously I'm new and haven't loaded any.

Thanks.

Zoom in real close

There are exceptions, but most units will allow you to see custom bmp's at 300' and closer. Some units must also be in 2D mode to see them.

My c550 will display in 2D or 3D mode, but must be zoomed in to at least 300'. Factory installed icons can be seen in browse map mode, also at 300' or closer, but not while driving in nav map mode. Favorites can be seen at 1.2mi and closer. The custom bmp's and favorite icons can be seen while driving near the location.

Once you get some loaded, you can zoom all the way in then slowly back out until you can't see the icon, this will let you know at which zoom level your particular unit operates.

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Thanks lsmonop! Very

Thanks lsmonop! Very helpful.