Garmin talk

On Garmin's site:

Changes made from version 2.4.0 to 2.4.1:

* Fixed issue where Garmin installers using WebUpdater were unable to verify that the update succeeded.

Does anyone know when Garmin is releasing updates to the internal maps? My nuvi 350 does not have some of the new roads in NW Raleigh.

I still tinker with my Nuvi while driving. I would push the screen fewer times if there was an option to get back to the navigation map (instead of clicking "Back" to get to "View map").

Anyone know if that is even possible?

Anyone know if there is a faceplate out there that has a visor on it to shield it from the sun a little? I use my C530 on my bike (motorcycle) and it would be nice if the front of the unit had a small visor on it.

Hello,
Please be gentle with me? I am a new user in the life of gps. I am learning and growing. I am having a hard time learning how POI files work, I mean I realize the intention. I just need some support. When I load these POI files to my device, would I need additional space on my sd card? Also are there any speed limit alerts and school zones for my area? I am lost.

HELP ME

Just passing this on in case anyone else has been waiting for MapSource ...

I requested from Garmin support the MapSource software to go with my new c530 two weeks ago, but it hasn't shown up yet.

I called support tonight, and the rep said the disc has been out of stock for 3 weeks. They hope to get more within a week or so, but no guarantees of course.

Anyone know how to do this for the "Favorites"?

Update for the c550 is here. Also for the 510 and 530
Garmin must be updating their website as I'm doing this.

Unit Software
* StreetPilot c550 Ver. 5.30 as of Mar 08, 2007

( Daylight savings time fix is one thing addressed )

However, I went back to copy the link to post, and the update said

Unit Software
* StreetPilot c550 Ver. 5.20 as of Feb 05, 2007

Mapsource 6.12.2 (not the beta version, the production version) is now available for download from Garmin.

These are the changes from 6.11.6

Changed the default file format to GDB version 3.

Added web links. This feature allows user created internet search options to appear on context menus.

These search options can use either location or name information.

Added a MiniMap.

A comment from another forum about the new Nuvi 680
A statement from a Nuvi 680 User:

I bought the Nuvi 680 on Thursday and let me tell you...this thing is by far the best Nuvi out there. (Without offending people, I'll go so far as to say the best GPS available on the market).
The Nuvi 680 is very similiar to the 660. The major differences I've noticed so far are:

Discovered the i3 is now under $200.00 at wallyworld and a terrific lil easy to use gps and passing it along.

Ray

Hi,

I bought a Garmin c550 from eBay which the unit has been locked.
I tried to contact the seller but he is not respond yet.
Does anyone knows how to unlock this unit?

Thanks,

There is an update to the Fm Transmitter software available. I have a 660 and was prompted when running WebUpdater to upgrade from 3.9 to 4.00. Not sure what other devices this would include.

http://www.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=591#In...

I've been using the XP version of the Garmin drivers fine under Vista.

The install didn't go, so I manually put the two driver files into the Vista computer's Windows\system32\drivers folder for Mapquest to report the correct version number of the drivers.

Is ther anyway to add icons for the c330? I know how to download the poi files, but I see some .bmp files with them but don't know how to get those onto my c330.

Thanks in advance.

Jack

I have recently purchased a Garmin Nuvi 660. Its great. It pairs up with my
Nokia 3650 60 series phone and all works well except the Nokia 3650 wont upload
my contacts phone numbers data to the Nuvi.

I guess because the Nokia 3650 mobile phone with blue tooth is older technology

Hello all,

I have a question that hopefully someone can answer. My wife's employer purchased a c330 for her. I have a navi350. She really liked that I can change the "vehicle" in the map setup. However, I loaded the vehicles into her unit and still was unable to change the vehicle (she is stuck with the blue triangle). Is this simply a limitation of the c330 or am I missing something?

Just updated my computer for the daylight savings time change. Does anyone know how we would change the Garmin c340( as well as the other Garmin products) to reflect the new time change.

Hi, Was wondering who else is using this device. Just got it and need to really look around here for information. Need to know things like can I update the built in maps that came with the device, What software do I need to use when "Creating" POI files. Is there a way to get the Device to let me know that I am going to fast on some of the hiways..

I have the c340 model. Attempted to try the POI Verifier but was not helpful for me as the longitude and latitude were in reverse order when addresses were decoded. Is this technician created program only for the Nuvi 300/350 specifically?