Garmin talk

Hi, I know I've read this before somewhere, but I can't seem to find the info anymore. In the .system folder, which files/folders are safe to delete? I am trying to do a new map update but of course I've run into the not enough internal memory issue.

Good morning,

I have a problem to install the new CN Europe NTU 2016.3 to my Nuvi 3790 using Garmin Express.

The update start without a warning of any problem, only after 1:30u just before the last minutes of installing i got a error message: 'There was a error installing the updates' no explanation, nothing else.

Hi...I am new to POI but before posting this question I did try searching for the answer both here and on the internet. I have purchased City Navigator Europe, which I have used on my etrex 20 and CN North America NT 2016.20 which I planned on using/upgrading my nuvi.

How to you update Garmin Nuvi maps using a computer operating system Windows 7? I need help and fast.

Thanks!

We have the 2350LMT, haven't updated probably in 6 mos., not interested with the crashing and leaving the laptop up for hours...

Anyway, we trust the Garmin, and actually bring it even when we drive my wife's SUV which has a factory NAV.

I have a 2689 with a Lifetime North America and Europe subscription transferred from another device.

The forum here and other forums have EU maps at 2016.3 so I tried an update with no luck.

When I asked Garmin Support about the problem, the eventual reply was

I just did a trip from Surfside Beach SC to Gulfport MS. Trip down was great, no problems. Trip back not so good. In Lexington SC it took me off of I-20 on to side street and country roads. Finally took me back to I-20 but cost about 15 minutes. Going down 501 near Conway SC it wanted me to go down 501 business through downtown instead of staying on bypass 501. I didn't fall for that one.

Just got a new Garmin 770. I'm a truck driver and I used it for a week to great success. When I got home for some time off, I registered and updated my unit. Now I have no POI's. I can do a search for a particular place but, nothing shows on my map like before. Any ideas?

Anyone familiar with downloading and successfully accessing POIs onto a Garmin Map PILOT SD Card sold by Mercedes Benz? I am relatively new to this cooperative effort and have not been able to find much useful information online. Thanks!

Here is a handy on line converter to obtain the icon size you need. http://www.iconj.com/pic_to_icon_converter.php . Just click upload and then click the file type and size to download.

I have never owned a handheld Garmin. I have always opted for automobile navigators or smartphone apps. I have recently started thinking about getting a handheld Garmin. The reasons that I have not bought one until now is that they seem expensive compared to dedicated automobile navigators and limited in utility. Earlier ones seemed crude in entering coordinates, etc.

I do this occasionally and thought a reminder would be helpful...
Due to differing types of Garmins I use, all with same POI selections.... 660 & a 2689.....

My 660 used MP3 audio, 2689 uses wav. I also have some customized larger Icons in the 2689 than 660...

http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=4449

Changes made from version 4.6.1 to 4.6.2:
◦Fixed an issue with missing data for route elevation graphs.
◦Fixed an issue with viewing the tracks tab in Detailed List Views.
◦Fixed an issue with cleaning the action journal.
◦Fixed an issue with getting device manuals.

Buydig has the 2599LMT Refurb with 1 year warranty for $99.99

Looks like a solid deal.

http://www.buydig.com/shop/product/GRNU2599LMTHDRB/Garmin-nu...

I downloaded and installed the latest version of GE...firmware updated, etc. Problem is the map 2016.20 will not install. I get the screen that says preparing unit for download and it just endless loops and never moves on. Any thoughts on resolving this issue?

thanks in advance!

Ted

I have Wal-Mart POIs loaded on my nuvi2597. They are loaded as tour guide files with a 1 mile distance. The wav file plays only when Wal-Mart is set as a destination. Is it possible to get them to play when another destination is set? I had a nuvi 855 that would alert when near by. Can I get the 2595 to do the same?

Jim

Has anyone compared the accuracy of a Garmin's altitude numbers with a real altimeter or known source for a location? I have used our Garmin and iPhone to measure the altitude of our property and the numbers seem to be very different.

Showed as an update for me today. Downloaded and installed without problem.

Mac OSX

Garmin is releasing two new Zumo models: 595LM and 395LM. It will be interesting to see if this has any affect on the existing Zumo models' pricing.
http://blog.motorcycle.com/2016/02/16/products/garmin-zumo/

When I load custom POI files like Walmart locations and the announcement that goes with the file, my RV 760 does not seem to recognize or use them. My other GPS uses the same files and the announcements come through at the selected distance. I have loaded them the same way and just can't seem to get them to work on the 760. What am I doing wrong?