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Last edited by pokz; 09-03-2010, 16:51.
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Originally posted by pokz View Postis there any way that you can borrow a garmin gps from one of your neighbors there? send the basic map to the gps and then copy to your sd card the gmapsupp file inside the garmin folder. this is the simplest way to do it. there are more complicated ways to generate the gmapsupp file and it will be easier to just bring your laptop to the store.
Last question (so many lasts), once i link via USB, i just need to "send to device", right? What are the indications that the gps was able to successfully load the map (even if i dont have to be physically in the Phils) ?
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Originally posted by Fulgene View PostThanks a lot Pokz... wow, i love this forum.. so many experts willing to help.. Ok, Im decided to bring my laptop to the Store and try it out there then.
Last question (so many lasts), once i link via USB, i just need to "send to device", right? What are the indications that the gps was able to successfully load the map (even if i dont have to be physically in the Phils) ?
in tools>settings>map>map info, roadguide.ph mapsets should appear on the list along with the US map (city navigator north america).
but to be really sure, ask the store to activate gps simulation mode (tools>settings>system>gps simulator>on) then view the map. browse the map (drag with your fingers) until you find the philippines. at lower zoom levels (you can see the whole phils), you should see square outlines on top of the phil map. that's a good sign that the map was successfully installed. then zoom in until you see the detailed street maps. hth.
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Originally posted by pokz View Postfor one, mapsource should tell you that data was successfully transferred.
in tools>settings>map>map info, roadguide.ph mapsets should appear on the list along with the US map (city navigator north america).
but to be really sure, ask the store to activate gps simulation mode (tools>settings>system>gps simulator>on) then view the map. browse the map (drag with your fingers) until you find the philippines. at lower zoom levels (you can see the whole phils), you should see square outlines on top of the phil map. that's a good sign that the map was successfully installed. then zoom in until you see the detailed street maps. hth.
Nuvi 250W is around $100.
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Originally posted by Fulgene View PostThanks a million.. Im confident to go to the Store! I will just get back to you once there are concerns.. Im for Nuvi 205W, sale is only $70 which i think is a very good price..
Nuvi 250W is around $100.
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@Fulgene,
Sorry, I was on the verge of consciousness and unconsciousness back then just for the record:
"yes, yes and no in the same order. " meant:
Originally posted by Fulgene...Will this maps posted here work for this model?
Originally posted by Fulgene...will this easily allow me to load maps to this model..Originally posted by Fulgene...will this require me workaround secrets somehow?ʇɐʞө uoʇµ!uɓ p∩ʇ ʍɐʎ bo!uʇƨ, ꞁөɐ٨ө uoʇµ!uɓ p∩ʇ pʁөɐq ⅽʁ∩wpƨ, ʞ!ꞁꞁ uoʇµ!uɓ p∩ʇ ʇ!wө.
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Originally posted by B2Bomber View Post@Fulgene,
Sorry, I was on the verge of consciousness and unconsciousness back then just for the record:
"yes, yes and no in the same order. " meant:
yes
yes no
Help Help Help... I tried loading the RG 1.14 demo map to the Nuvi 255W via USB and it said the sending was successful.. problem is when i opened the Nuvi, it said "CANT UNLOCK MAP".. then when i go to map info, it only shows US there. Is it because Im using MapSource6157 ? (i used 6157 because i have error on installing the 6137 prompting me this is not a valid win32 application)...
Should I still purchase it and will still try to play around with it ? then if worse goes to worst, i will just bring it to somebody there in Manila who can twick things out...?
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Originally posted by Fulgene View PostPOKZ, B2B, Reiji,
Help Help Help... I tried loading the RG 1.14 demo map to the Nuvi 255W via USB and it said the sending was successful.. problem is when i opened the Nuvi, it said "CANT UNLOCK MAP".. then when i go to map info, it only shows US there. Is it because Im using MapSource6157 ? (i used 6157 because i have error on installing the 6137 prompting me this is not a valid win32 application)...
Should I still purchase it and will still try to play around with it ? then if worse goes to worst, i will just bring it to somebody there in Manila who can twick things out...?
carefully read what is written here....http://www.roadguide.ph/forums/showthread.php?t=17Last edited by pokz; 09-04-2010, 11:05.
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Originally posted by pokz View Postthe demo map can't be loaded in your gps. it's for pc viewing only. send the 1.07 basic map and all will be fine.
carefully read what is written here....http://www.roadguide.ph/forums/showthread.php?t=17
Do you think the map is compatible for TOMTOM and MAGELLAN gps units?
If yes, I will use the same procedure right?
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Hi B2B, Reiji, Pokz,
Sorry for the bits and pieces of questions... i was able to send the map data to the SD card. however, during the sending prompt, it only allowed me to "check" the maps but not for routes, waypoints, and tracks.
What does this mean? Will this mean I cant see the waypoints, etc. in my Nuvi unit?
Why didnt it allow me to click the routes, waypoints and tracks?
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Sorry, i hope you dont get bored guys...
If I use Garmin Nuvi 1200 in Manila with the 1.07 map loaded, does the unit really speaks the streetnames, and really guide to turn here, turn there..?
Also, does it recalculate if ever you missed the suggested turn?
Im just comparing it to the full functionality of Garmin being enjoyed here in the States.
What functions/features will not be working when in Manila (aside from the not so complete data yet) ? This way, i wont be fully expecting.. i may just be frustrated if i expect too much.
Hope you dont get tired.. pls..
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Originally posted by Fulgene View PostSorry, i hope you dont get bored guys...
If I use Garmin Nuvi 1200 in Manila with the 1.07 map loaded, does the unit really speaks the streetnames, and really guide to turn here, turn there..?
Also, does it recalculate if ever you missed the suggested turn?
Im just comparing it to the full functionality of Garmin being enjoyed here in the States.
What functions/features will not be working when in Manila (aside from the not so complete data yet) ? This way, i wont be fully expecting.. i may just be frustrated if i expect too much.
Hope you dont get tired.. pls..
look at it specs here http://gpstracklog.com/compare/garmi...mparison-chart- Bruce LeeEmpty your mind, be formless. Shapeless, like water. If you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put water into a bottle and it becomes the bottle. You put it in a teapot it becomes the teapot. Now, water can flow or it can crash. Be water my friend.
http://www.youtube.com/v/7m-SEdOKrE4...yer_detailpage
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Originally posted by Fulgene View PostHi POKz,
Do you think the map is compatible for TOMTOM and MAGELLAN gps units?
If yes, I will use the same procedure right?
Originally posted by Fulgene View PostHi B2B, Reiji, Pokz,
Lastly, the 1.07 basic map works for Garmin Nuvi 1200 also right?
I'd like to buy another one tomorrow.. it is only $116 since labor day sale.
Originally posted by Fulgene View PostHi B2B, Reiji, Pokz,
Sorry for the bits and pieces of questions... i was able to send the map data to the SD card. however, during the sending prompt, it only allowed me to "check" the maps but not for routes, waypoints, and tracks.
What does this mean? Will this mean I cant see the waypoints, etc. in my Nuvi unit?
Why didnt it allow me to click the routes, waypoints and tracks?
you will only able to tick the other categories in mapsource if you have some personal tracks and waypoints and routes that you want to include.
Originally posted by Fulgene View PostSorry, i hope you dont get bored guys...
If I use Garmin Nuvi 1200 in Manila with the 1.07 map loaded, does the unit really speaks the streetnames, and really guide to turn here, turn there..?
Also, does it recalculate if ever you missed the suggested turn?
Im just comparing it to the full functionality of Garmin being enjoyed here in the States.
What functions/features will not be working when in Manila (aside from the not so complete data yet) ? This way, i wont be fully expecting.. i may just be frustrated if i expect too much.
Hope you dont get tired.. pls..
all of the 1200 features you can use here except for the fm traffic report.
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