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topcat25 Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 12:04 am Post subject: Nuvi 760 - Volvo |
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Hi, Is it possible to download the MapSource program from the Garmin UK site, or MUST it be purchased on DVD/CD?
I've seen the available update, but I was sure I'd also seen the program download - though I can't find it again for the life of me! |
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PaulB2005 Pocket GPS Moderator
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 8:18 am Post subject: |
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To get it as a download usually you log into MyGarmin and download it from there. |
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topcat25 Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 10:43 am Post subject: |
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That's what I thought, but the only thing I can see is Update 6.14.1, which states "This software will not work unless you already own a MapSource product".
Garmin tell me the DVD is required but I'm convinced that the main program was available somewhere, but where |
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PaulB2005 Pocket GPS Moderator
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 11:14 am Post subject: |
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Quote: | "This software will not work unless you already own a MapSource product". |
I believe that refers to the Maps. i.e. you can install that program but it's useless unless you own a map to load into it. If you have a Garmin Sat Nav you should be able to use it. |
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topcat25 Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 11:27 am Post subject: |
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I have tried installing the Update, and indeed it doesn't work!
Maybe it's not worth the hassle to find the MapSource program itself; if it's that well hidden they probably don't want it found. A reason to pay.... ??? |
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PaulB2005 Pocket GPS Moderator
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 11:33 am Post subject: |
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Quote: | indeed it doesn't work! |
What does / doesn't happen?
Did you use the Unlock Wizard? |
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topcat25 Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 11:57 am Post subject: |
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Basically nothing! It doesn't even install. |
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PaulB2005 Pocket GPS Moderator
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 12:11 pm Post subject: |
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Do you see this screen at all?
If not you might want to redownload the file.
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I've never had any problems installing MapSource on 2 PCs now. It was so easy to do i don't think i had any problems. Although i wouldn't discount the chance i'm either remembering incorrectly or there is something else you need to do i forgot about. |
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philpugh Lifetime Member
Joined: Dec 28, 2005 Posts: 2003 Location: Antrobus, Cheshire
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 2:45 pm Post subject: |
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I think that the only way to get a full version of MapSource is when you buy a MapSource Mapping product.
My original copy came with my old GPS60 device as that comes with Trips and Waypoints - which included MapSource.
The program is totally pointless unless you have a map with which to use it. It's wasn't supplied with my original 660 as you don't have a map DVD either. But it came with subsequent map upgrades for the device. You need 6.14.1 for using the V2009 mapping - the previous version won't hack it. _________________ Phil |
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PaulB2005 Pocket GPS Moderator
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 3:53 pm Post subject: |
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Quote: | I think that the only way to get a full version of MapSource is when you buy a MapSource Mapping product. |
Probably where i got mine then. That explains a few things then. |
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topcat25 Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 4:34 pm Post subject: |
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After downloading the file again, this time it installed BUT on running gave this error message...
"MapSource could not find any installed MapSource map products. Please install one or more MapSource map products and strat MapSource again"
So, it seesm the DVD IS required after all. |
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philpugh Lifetime Member
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Posted: Fri Nov 14, 2008 9:24 am Post subject: |
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What are you trying to do with MapSource? _________________ Phil |
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topcat25 Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Fri Nov 14, 2008 10:37 am Post subject: |
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I believe it's possible to manage POI's and create routes. Is it worth the effort though? |
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philpugh Lifetime Member
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Posted: Fri Nov 14, 2008 10:43 am Post subject: |
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topcat25 wrote: | I believe it's possible to manage POI's and create routes. Is it worth the effort though? |
You will need the MapSource map appropriate for the GARMIN GPS system you are trying to create routes and POIs for.
It's worth it if you intend to do this often. _________________ Phil |
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topcat25 Occasional Visitor
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Thanks for all contributions. |
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