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Got to this site because I was looking for info on how to manipulate files on Garmin nuvi for map update. Found some interesting info here, thanks in advance. I just purchased the 2015.10 one time upgrade for download. Once installed I went back to Garmin Express to check things out and much to my amazement there was a 2015.20 update available. Must have been an incredible coincidence that the .20 was released a couple of days after I purchased. I had a delay in install because I had to purchase an SD card, took a while to find an 8Gb card. I called Garmin support and they did say the .20 version had just been released, but when I went through the purchase motions I got the same SKU number I had already purchased. The rep said they would send me a link for the .20 download at no charge... we'll see if they follow through.

I don't use the Garmin all that much, but I appreciate the info that's available here

Joe B
Mid-Georgia

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Shawrco Middle GA

welcome

Joe,
Its nice to you found our litle jewel.
Enjoy

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Hello

Welcome aboard shawrco. smile

New to the Site

I am also new to the Site. Got directed here while I was looking for Red Light Camera POIs.
It looks like there are a lot of interesting topics and many "veterans" to help answer the questions.

Looking forward to chatting with this community.

DavidH

wlecome aboard!

Welcome aboard to the both of you!

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@shawrco and davidhh

Welcome to you both.

We usually recommend the following.

There is a "Learn" button in the upper right of this page next to "red light cameras" that takes you to a Getting Started page. It is worthwhile visiting this page.

To make navigation easy, most browsers provide the following option. When you want to follow a link - but still keep your current page open - you can hold down the "Ctrl" key as you left-click on a link. That action will open a new "Tab" in your browser up on the "Tab" bar. When you then left-click on that new "Tab", you will follow the link - leaving the "Tab" you are now reading open and available to click on and return here.

So, using the "Learn" link, you might try the "Ctrl" - left-click sequence and then return here. You can return by either "X-ing" out of the "Getting Started" page (using the "X" on the "Tab" itself) or just left-clicking on the "Tab" for the page you are on right now.

Note that the Learn Button will give you access to two valuable reference pages -
the "Index" to all of the FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and the Glossary of Terms and Links.

Since you are new here, I encourage you to go through a couple of the Tutorials.

The first link makes sure the settings on your computer are such that you can do more advanced POI loading.
http://www.poi-factory.com/node/30393

The next link helps you make a backup of your GPS by attaching it to your computer. (NEVER do anything to your GPS until you have a backup). It also assures that you put your (newer) unit into a state where you can see all of the folders there.
http://www.poi-factory.com/node/30394

Let us know how we can help you enjoy your GPS.

Thank You

Thank for the warm welcome and the new User tips.
I will try some of the Tutorials and Learning items.

DavidH

What Type of GPS?

I also wish to welcome you to "The Community of POI Factory".

This is a very helpful site with many knowledgeable people. There are no dumb questions here.

I would like to suggest that you go to "My Account-Edit" and go to your Signature section. Add the Make & Model of the GPS(s) that you are using. This can be very helpful, when people are trying to help with a question. Many may have experienced a similar problem or have excellent knowledge of your particular model, or family of models.

Otherwise, have fun.

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DriveSmart 65, NUVI2555LMT, (NUVI350 is Now Retired)

Hi and welcome

Hi and welcome

Welcome

Welcome to our site.......and do that backup NOW!
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ChefDon

Welcome

You will benefit and enjoy the site.

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Bob: My toys: Nüvi 1390T, Droid X2, Nook Color (rooted), Motorola Xoom, Kindle 2, a Yo-Yo and a Slinky. Gotta have toys.