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DriveSmart 61 hacks

 
Sat, 09/16/2023 - 11:26am

Hello, new user here. I have a DriveSmart 61.

Are there any hacks (custom firmware/firmware hacking) available?

I already know about unlocking maps/etc between units but looking to have more fun.

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Sat, 09/16/2023 - 5:21pm

Check

vw_michael wrote:

Hello, new user here. I have a DriveSmart 61.

Are there any hacks (custom firmware/firmware hacking) available?

I already know about unlocking maps/etc between units but looking to have more fun.

I’ve seldom needed tips & tricks but you might want to check out https://www.expertgps.com/gps-receivers/Garmin-DriveSmart-61...

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John from PA
Sun, 09/17/2023 - 10:54am

I just got a DS86 on

I just got a DS86 on Thursday and two things worked that will probably work on your 61.

I made a custom KML file on my 2797 that I wanted to use here. I copied it into the Themes directory. It sees it and works without issue.

Also, DS86 has very few voice options. I am used to Australian Karen voice. I moved that and one other over. The other as seen but caused an error that it would not work with OK, Garmin.
The Karen voice works fine.

Mon, 09/18/2023 - 6:40am

Voices

sethr wrote:

I just got a DS86 on Thursday and two things worked that will probably work on your 61.

I made a custom KML file on my 2797 that I wanted to use here. I copied it into the Themes directory. It sees it and works without issue.

Also, DS86 has very few voice options. I am used to Australian Karen voice. I moved that and one other over. The other as seen but caused an error that it would not work with OK, Garmin.
The Karen voice works fine.

See:

http://www.poi-factory.com/node/42708

Mon, 09/18/2023 - 9:31am

Thanks.

This info is helpful.

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RKF (Brookeville, MD) Garmin Nuvi 660, 360 & Street Pilot