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Garmin Express Update?

When I launch Garmin Express 2.1.13, I get the message "A new version of Garmin Express is available. We will update it the next time you launch the application."

Updated to 2014.10 on Nuvi 2595, avoidances ignored

After updating my Nuvi 2595 with the new maps, went out for a drive and found that the road avoidances were ignored on a route. They were in the Garmin, and it said they were active. I deleted them, and set them up again, and another test drive showed they worked. What a PIA it would have been if I had a slew of avoidances programmed in and had to reinstall them each time I get a map upgrade.

Any current Garmin units with good Bluetooth output volume?

I've tested out the Bluetooth feature on 2595 on Best Buy display. Hearing the other end is difficult even at moderate noise level inside the store.

I did some reading on it and it appears that this is a common complaint with the 2012 and on model year Garmin units.

Wife wants to get a GPS for her car

We have a Nuvi 660 and we're very happy with it...

She would like to get a GPS for her car.

I Definitely want Lifetime maps. Possibly Lifetime traffic too.... Voice prompts too...

Memory card slot a plus...

I'm perfectly happy with the 660....

So.... Based on the needs posted... What Model Garmin gives the best bang for the buck?

Thanks.

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A 2689LMT in both our cars that we love... and a Nuvi 660 with Lifetime Maps that we have had literally forever.... And a 2011 Ford Escape with Nav System that is totally ignored!

Where can I find it ?? (Florida Route Map)

question

Hello all !!!
I´m Max, from Argentina

We will be there soon, but I can´t find the routes and streets of Florida .... !!!???!!! ?

Can you tell me, send me, or help me ????

I have a Garmin 3790 and a 2595.

Thank you VERY MUCH !!!!!!!!!!!!

Hugs !

Junction View and Photo Real Views

I found this unique intersection on a route on I-90 in Seattle coming off I-5 (exit 164)northbound to Spokane. I was curious to see how it looks in a Nuvi with the PhotoReal feature. How much more life-like can it be? Maybe someone could post a PhotoReal screenshot for comparison.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/97612499@N05/

Michael

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:260W, 50LM

Transferring .vpm fiiles from 255w to 2595LM

Is it possible to transfer a voice file (.vpm) from the 255w to the 2595LM? I have a custom .vpm file that I would like to use on my new unit. Thanks

Garmin maps or google maps

Which is better?

2013's 2xx7 vs 2xx5 models? 2497 2495 2597 2595 2797

What are the differences in the 2xx5 and 2xx7 models and which ones should I go with?

It looks like the 2xx7 series introduces the magnetic mount. Is this a worthwhile advantage or just something that gets in the way when you're putting it away and costly to replace when something goes with it after warranty?

GARMIN URL

What is the URL to download the latest Garmin Map.

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3790LMT; 2595LMT; 3590LMT, 60LMTHD

help me please (route preferences)

How do I change my settings to run the interstate and not every side road?

Download of new map problem

I have just downloaded a NA map/USA and Canada 2014.10 update on Life time update plan using Garmin map updater V3.1.13. The download /install appears to have gone well BUT.... On powering up the GPS I get a "cannot authenticate maps" notice.

Garmin poi loader

Do you have to use the poi loader to install red light poi or can you simplly copy and paste them?

Junction View unlock files - a survey

In another thread, we've discovered that the new 2014.10 City Navigator NA map update has--at least for the nuvi 2460--installed a DxxxxxxA.jcv file and also includes a DxxxxxxA.unl file of the same filename in the jcv folder.

2014.10 woes

Earlier today I started on updating both the 855 and 3790 to 2014.10.

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Nuvi 2797LMT, DriveSmart 50 LMT-HD, Using Windows 10. DashCam A108C with GPS.

RV Type Garmin 7" Worth It

I would like to get a 7" size Garmin. They have a 7" 2757LM for $220 and now they have a new RV 760LM for $400. Having the RV input for size and info on areas not to travel worth the difference of $180?

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Larry & Kathie from Fort Myers, FL

Junction View Files

I currently have the following junction view files on my Nuvi.

Mirror 1: http://oi42.tinypic.com/mlp844.jpg
Mirror 2: http://s14.postimg.org/ksjy69y8h/123.png

I know the top one is for the 2013.40 map, but what are the bottom two for? Can I remove them?

P.S.: It is okay to have the map on the SD card, but the junction view file on internal memory. Correct?

TTS Voice Editor Question

I've used Turboccc's TTS Voice Editor in the past and know how it works. My Nuvi 2460's volume is much louder than my backup Nuvi 660. The 660 sometimes is difficult for me to hear.

My question is can I edit the volume on my chosen voice(American English Jill) so that she speaks louder but still remains clear?

I see all her spoken words are as follows:
Rate =11
Volume= 65

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Nuvi 2460LMT 2 Units

My Brother"s New 50LM & 2014.10

By brother follows my advice, including buying the 50LM a couple weeks ago. He updated to the 2013 map without any problems using Express. Will he be able to do the same with 2014.10 without having to go to a SD card? I suppose no damage will be done if he tries the update and runs out of memory, right? Thanks.

Garmin Express

Ever since I installed Garmin Express I have experienced nothing but headache! It would say no device is connected but it is. Or, no new updates are available but there are, or just the opposite! It would often just say reading the device or identifying the device and the icon would just swirl around and around forever until you hit something and then it would not be responding.