Garmin talk

After editing or creating a POI file using Excel 2007, what is the correct csv format to save the file. Looks like I have choices of "csv (comma delimited) (*.csv)" or "csv (MS-DOS) (*.csv)". With either format I get asked questions if I want to save or not. What are the proper responses. I am using a PC and not a MAC.

Anybody hear anything about the Nuvi 2460LMT ?

tdsj81 (to give credit where credit is due) has found the way to reach the test and factory screens on the nuvi 295w. Here's the procedure--I found it worked when in vertical mode but couldn't get it to work horizontal landscape mode. Here's tdsj81's technique:

Can I use a 8GB SD card on my Garmin 1490LMT? I am trying to use one to load pictures onto view, but when I try to do the slide show the GPS goes into neverland or is turning itself off.

Is there a way to recreate or edit the default POI icon. I'm trying to rid the icon of the bmp restriction of the white square border that encases the custom bmps used in custom POIs. I thought if I could find the default, ( gray circle ) I would be able to understand the format and possibly edit or revise. Much like how a transparent GIF file would be.

On my 855, when I view the undocumented Inventory page of the diagnostics, it lists all of the software and versions on the machine, as well as status (Erased, Pass, Fail, or a Number).

For both of my maps, it always shows Fail, despite the fact the maps are freshly downloaded from Garmin support. They work fine.

Does anyone know the significance of the "Fail" indication?

On the Garmin Nuvi 295w, if you go to Settings/Navigation/Automobile/Avoidances and click "On" there are several options you can "avoid." One of those options is "Traffic." What does this mean for the 295w?

I normally use the track up display. This morning I had the unit on 3D. The unit for some reason was locked onto nearby streets and not the one I was on. I switched over to track up and the 1490 displayed correctly. Has anyone else experienced this?

I looked up youtube videos to see how to find the current map version on the gps. And for anyone familiar with it the 295w doesn't have tools>settings>maps. nor does it have settings>maps. Any idea at how to get to it? it seems garmin has updated a few different things on this as I also cannot get to the satellite info screen nor the other test screens that you see in youtube videos.

Why does the voice personality on my 885T revert back to "Jill - American English" every time my unit resets? Is there a way to change it so that I won't have to continually reset it to my preference?

My friend just bought a new nuvi unit.. 1350 or something like that... We found out that these new units does'nt have routes/itinary as programming option like my 755.

I often use them on long trips in order to program my multiple waypoints to make sure the planned trip use the road I want.

2 questions for discussion:

- Am I the only one using routes? Is it a useful option for you?

Is it possible to set an over the speed limit warning for more than one speed on the 295w?

Have the basic Garmin Nuvii. Was wondering how to navigate around accident on the fly.

OK, so the day I've been waiting for very impatiently has finally arrived! My garmin nuvi 295w is now here. But already I have some questions. Not so much about the unit but rather walmarts shipping preferences.

Hi Folks,

I just bought a street map on a micro-sd card for my 60CSx. I'd like to back it up to another micro-sd card. Is it just a matter of copying files over, or is it more tricky than that?

thanks!

How do I edit a CVS file downloaded from this site? Can I edit with Excel. I am using Excel 2007. After I edit, what format (workbook, 97-2003, cvs comma delimited) do I save it in so that it works properly?

I am attempting to learn this system!!! If I have 30 favorite POI files, is it best to load them all at once or one at a time to my Garmin 1490LMT? If one has a data format error (AAA Office Locations)on line 29 will that stop or affect the loading process. What are the pros and cons of performing a mass download vs single downloads?

We just bought a 2nd GPS and I have a couple of questions about copying favorites and poi's.

1. If I wanted to transfer my Favorites from the old GPS to the new GPS, what file(s) do I need to copy?

2. If I wanted to transfer my POI's from the old GPS to the new GPS, what file(s) do I need to copy?

Thank you in advance for your information.

When I try to import POI AAA Office Locations (CSV) to my Garmin 1490LMT I get a data format error on line 29. How do I correct this error so I can download the whole file.

I use the archived "xx.gpx" files to go back and remember where I was on my work travels (I loose calenders). I have one GPX file that will not open in Mapsource. A Mapsource popup comes up and says "xx.gpx is not a valid Mapsource file and could not be opened."

Anyone know of anyway to recover this file?