Mac topics

Has anyone found a good, cheap and easy to convert .gpx file to the TomTom .ov2 format? I currently use the online .cvs to .ov2 converter(from TomTom) which works fine, but it won't do .gpx!

Newbie post and newbie question

I've read a good bit about POIs here and elsewhere. Many refer to POIs with a file extension of ".gpi" When mounting Nuvi 260 on IMac (10.4.11) I am unable to find "gpi" files or folder. However, I have found gpx folder/file and successfully loaded new waypoints as ".gpx" files. They appear on the Nuvi 260 under "Favorites". Where are the .gpi files?

Project Bobcat software version 2.0.0.3 Beta as of March 19, 2008

http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3885

Hi fellow Mac users,

Is there a way to "manually alter" the route Bobcat generates?

In my route, I have a choice of two highways to reach my destination and Bobcat is choosing the one I don't want to use. What I'd like to do is drag the route from one highway to the other highway. Is there a way to accomplish this feat?

I have used AppleWorks for many years. With Apple no longer supporting it I have looked for other programs to use. I am running Leopard.

I bought Bento for database use and have found a nice spreadsheet program called "Tables". It is not expensive and one of its Export options is very nice. It exports as CSV.

I have been working with the POI install. No matter how I set it up, after I load them I am unable to find the "Extras" under "Points of Interest". The last one is "Auto Services".
I am loading from a "POI" folder on my Desktop with same named files in same name folder. I load all the non-proximity files by "Express" and load the proximity one by "Manual".

Hi Mac users,

Garmin has released the Mapsource DVD for the Mac. Does anybody have it yet? If so, what are your impressions?

Thanks for your time.

Regards,

Tailspin

Nüvi 670
Mac User

Does anyone know the purpose of this plug-in and how it can be used?

Mike

Hi All,

Apple released v1.1.4 firmware for the iPhone and the dropped Bluetooth connection problem, looks like it's been fixed.

Regards,

Tailspin

Nüvi 670
Mac User

Where is the option to use 'manual mode' in the Mac version of Loader?

OK, so I'm all thumbs tonight and now I'd like to fix things...

This looks like a good mapping app for mac. The only bad side is the price. Free demo available. Has anyone tried it?

http://www.routebuddy.com/

When I try to enter map coords on the MAP screen,
I cannot seem to use the " - " symbol for the long coords. It is show on keypad, but is darkened out.
Am I missing something in activating this key?

ie - cannot enter -xx.xxxxxx
only -xx.xxxxxx
Thanks

Has anyone tried a bluetooth adapter for the iPOD Touch and connected to a bluetooth-enabled GPS receiver to see if GPS navigation works?

If so, what components were used?
Was the iPOD Touch map utility used?
Does MS Streets and trips work? DeLorme?
Others?

Hi Fellow Mac users,

I've been told that Garmin will be releasing mapping software, that will be totally Mac compatible.

From Garmin's website:

We're pleased to announce that Garmin will be releasing some of our high volume mapping products in native Mac format, starting with City Navigator North America 2008 and City Navigator Europe 2008.

Boosting The Volume Of Sound Files (Mac Version)

(1). High-lite the mp3 file in question that you already have saved and run it so that iTunes opens for you.
(2). From the FILE MENU GO TO: GET INFO
(3). Then slide over to the OPTIONS
(4). With the OPTIONS open you should see a VOLUME
ADJUSTMENT SLIDER or you can select one of the
EQUALIZER PRESETS, (or use both adjustments).

Here is the link to the Bobcat thingy.

http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3885

Some observations:

1 - It's beta software.
2 - It uses Garmin Maps. But to use a Garmin map on your Mac you need a PC with Windoze to convert the dang thing. Nothing new here.
3 - You need an intel based Mac.

So, I ask. What's the big friggin deal.

The Garmin Mac blog says an exciting new product "Bobcat" will be announced at MacWorld next week. I wonder what it will be? It also sounds like more Mac-compatible software is on its way.

http://garmin.blogs.com/my_weblog/2008/01/chets-corner-it.ht...

What do you POI Factory workers think?

I use a Mac at work with system 10.4.11 and works great.

I cannot see my TomTom at home on my Mac because it is an earlier operating system (10.3.9).

Good day. I installed a car dealership ".csv" from my iMac to my Nuvi250. I finally figured how to find them and they come up in a list from closest to furthest from my home location.

If I install the RestAreas.csv will the two lists be intermingled in my custom POIs listing or is there a way to separate them from each other?