Map version - v7 or v8: Is this true?
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I bought one from Amazon.com in late August - came with v.8, which is current
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Lifetime map updates should still be working. The only thing I've read is that you should let it update the unit fully with the one free update (outside of the lifetime maps) and not put in the code for the lifetime map updates until later. It may have trouble if you put the code in right away.I have this model that I bought about a month and a half ago. Works great. No complaints.
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They'll become regionalized, but only if you pay for the upgrade. Garmin is apparently unwilling to support these units with current maps, so realize that if you buy one you are stuck with the older v8 mapping unless you are willing to fork out another $70 or so for upgrades (subject to the limitation pointed out by Tanner Gifford).
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Unfurtunately No, it is run 6j1 and 6n6 or equivalent for both http://www.littledot.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t;=816 for more info
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Mine has free map upgrades for life, not sure if that is what you are asking though.
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The map was downloaded fine but the update failed and destroyed the original map in the device. I had to delete the corrupted map on the device and then updated again with the downloaded map. Now, it works with latest map but it's not easy.
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Not that I have been able to figure out. I still have been using MapMyRun to track that information.
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Hi Kwilt. Fellow Cheesehead here (Waukesha). Very glad to see 2009 map version shipping with these. Saves me time and hassle. Guess I should have left mine at 'free shipping' instead of next day :-)I'm interested in the SW version that comes with it. Is it 4.5 or something else? Thanks!Mike D
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2GB is a limitation with some maps. Try loading a 24K topo map of more than a few states and yer out of luck. I can fit WA and OR on a 2GB but trying to also load my CA or NV 24K's and they just won't fit.
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To find out which map version you have: On the main screen, press the "wrench icon" &gt; then press "Map" &gt; then on the bottom, press "Map Info". There it should tell you what version you have. The latest map version is the "City Navigator North America NT 2008" and that's the version that should be installed on your unit.
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It doesn't run 7, so you get the latest 6 point something update. I haven't had any issues with it yet.
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My Via 1500 came brand new with lifetime maps. From day 1 the web site said it was expired. I download peripheral stuff but as far as I know the maps are not included. They do offer an update for $70. Thanks!"My Tom Tom" is the software for the 1500. "Tom Tom Home" will not work.I tried to deal with Tom Tom support but got nowhere. Good luck
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Yes and no. I received an email for the latest maps and they (all in one file for N. America) came on a CD for only $7 shipping. It is a strong update. You can also download maps of Europe, etc. right through the excellent TomTom Home software. It is simple to install the data onto one or more SD cards. You have to keep careful track of your serial number (it's not hard to find on the unit) to install updates, since they only work with your particular unit, as a way to prevent piracy. Customer service is very friendly and helpful, though if you have any problems.
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I have no idea what V.5 is but also would like to know. I am assuming its the version 5-08 maps but am not certain.
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Hi this is trelectronic. Thank yoif your question. I provide update information for you There is website address that you can download map updates. The unit included 2013 worldwide map.
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I'm confused with these map versions I'm reading about. I see a v8, v2008, and one called City Navigator NT. I see that your saying the v8 is the oldest but what is the difference between the v2008 and city navigator? ThanksLW
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My subscription ran out this spring so if the areas I saved were updated I didn't notice an improvement. I can still view maps I had saved during my subscription. The quality isn't as good as googlemaps.com but considering the price I paid I felt they were worth it. It does make things better than looking at a plan topo map.