what is the date of the map. does it need updated ?
1135116
Not sure but email the seller. They were very helpful. The map works great out of the box.
1135117
I don't usually wander to far out of my current fishing range and all seems to be good.....as suggested i would say to contact Garmin and ask them if there is any kind of an update to that chart. Sorry I can't be more helpful.ER
1135118
I would never buy this again...the map is old and the graphics poor...the boat show up bigger than many islands and several times it looks like I'm traveling over land when in fact I'm in a channel 10 feet wide. I should have returned it after my first use, but it took a long while for me to use it the first time, and second time...hoping I could adjust it to make it perform better...my old one (10 years old) was better than this.
1135119
They usually give you the latest update. But, periodically, you will need to get updates as rivers can constantly shift silt and change. You can check the date when you get it to see how old it is. Garmin will provide updates on their site. Of course, it also depends on what equipment you are using it on and your GPS antenna.
889692
The maps are stored on an SD memory card so updating would either require updating or swapping out that card.
516381
I don't have it here so I can't check the phone but is your date done properly? That is the only thing I can think of because it has always given the proper time stamp for us. sorry
1056825
Maps for North America are already installed. They need to be updated periodically (~once a year) but the unit should come ready to use.
1255573
so the map in it doesnt 'expire' forcing you to get a new map? i was under the impression it was like a subscription and after x amount of time the device didnt work any more til you got the new subscription..?
1204270
yes you still be able to receive the map updates, every update can last at least two or three years it just a little differences.
31802
Hi Melissa. We'll verify this with the relevant team and provide an update the soonest.
828119
I have just bought a Tomtom XL from Amazon. The SW told me my map is up to date, yet, I know the map was released at 2007. Instead of going thru the tool->latest map guarantee menu, I went to other menu to purchase the map, the message said my map is 5 quarter behind and then when I tried to purchase, it showed the version of the map available to my system is at 8.xxx.I will have to call Tomtom tomorrow to find out what's going on.
180492
Maps that are 3-4 years old are considered new. There is no support from Power Acoustik or navteq but i'm sure there are other units that share the same maps which you can upgrade. Since the maps are on a SD card i'm sure there's a way to update it, just not through Power Acoustik or Navteq.
1086162
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.
2080164
Yes, but be aware of certain models. You will have to pay high cost for map updates.Make sure you buy a model that offers free lifetime up dates.
1457498
No you have to pay for map updates. The maps that come with it are pretty up-to-date, but not the most up-to-date. The unit gives you a website to go to for updates, and the process is pretty straightforward, but it does cost some money
963862
I emailed Garmin about the 2009 map updates, and getting them free as well since you purchased one now with the obsolete maps on it. This is what they had to say. Thank you for contacting Garmin International. Our newest version of mapping software was released in May of 2007. The title of this update is City Navigator NT 2008. Map updates are released every 12 - 15 months. You can probably expect our next map update to be released sometime in the Summer of 2008. To check for this update please log onto our website www.garmin.com and click on "MAPS" at the top of the page. The next screen will show "MAP UPDATES", please click on it. This will allow you to type in your 'serial number' in the search field. Type in your serial number and click on 'Find'. This will display your mapping update if there is one to order. If nothing displays this will indicate that your Garmin is already fully up to date. If a map update displays you will also notice there is a link that should allow you to register your product to receive this at no cost. If this is an option your first mapping update will be at no charge. ** Keep in mind for the future, map updates are at a cost. ** Map update can be ordered online from our website www.garmin.com, over the phone at 1.800.800.1020, or in local retail store like Best Buy, Circuit City, Wal-Mart etc. The cost for this update is generally around $75.00 to order. This will be a DVD formatted software disk that will be able to load to your computer. You will need a USB cable to connect your Garmin to the computer for the update to complete. This process is said to take around 45 minutes. This update will give your Garmin device updates on streets, highways, construction, restaurants etc. Please let me know if you have any further questions or concerns regarding this update
863041
Hello headoverhooves, I will look when I get back to the office on Tuesday September 4th. We bought it for the same thing! But we haven't started placing pens yet so I will have to look at it more closely to see how detailed it is. It is a beautiful map so we are going to keep it even if there isn't much detail. Will get back to you. Email again if I forget please.
1056823
The map are loaded on this unit. The maps are from 2010. I would recommend getting the life time updates for 100.00 bucks that way you will be up to date with road in the US. P.Hansen
757326
I bought factory refurbished and i satisfied with the quality and to update the map just visit the website and connect your device when you install the application, it will guide you to update your map immediately.
213156
Well, it is the updated model...with the features mentioned, plus speed limits for major roads and an indication if you are exceeding it. The maps aren't up to date (at least on mine ordered in Oct. 2012) If you have a memory card that fits the unit you can upload new maps. I had to buy one. I found that (once I had the memory card) the first download of maps took less than an hour when I used the 800 number--unlike the 4 to 5 hours mentioned on line. (I had registered the GPS online.)