what are the steps for installing on a garmin
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Downloads maps on Basecamp software 1st, then hook up garmin device to computer via USB and x-f'er files to device. You can download Basecamp for free on your computer
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You can use either MapSource or Garmin Basecamp. I used both but decided to stick with Basecamp as it seemed to be more user friendly for me. In basecamp you'll have to plug in your Garmin device. If you've already paid for Birdseye and register it to your device, Basecamp will detect that registration and give you the option to download birdseye after it confirms the registration. You open Birdseye, select the map area that you want to download, then wait...and wait.....and wait..... depending on how large an area you select, you could be waiting for a couple hours.
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Either at Garmin's website or if you go there and get the code of the upgrade you want you can shop elsewhere knowing the code of the item like on amazon or even ebay. That is the best answer I have.
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Garmin sells the extension cable. The only size is 50ft so you might have length left over. I needed an extra 6ft for my install so I bought the long one and cut it down by removing the middle section and splicing the wires back together. I would advise that you test the cable before you cut it in case it doesn't work.
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you load maps using the Garmin software, you must purchase the topo map cd and install it on your pc
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Follow the instructions on this site: http://www.garmin.com/en-US/maps/updates/?zebratwo=CJ&utm;_source=CJ&utm;_medium=Text&utm;_campaign=Map
1990214
it should just snap on to the bottom of your Garmin, We have three Garmins and these mounts and they all snapped on easily, I bought one for my son and his snapped on too. I did not have to buy anything for it to attach, maybe ask Bestbuy if it's not working right for you- they sell botht he Garmins and these sandbag holders
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I do not know why Garmin expects the average user to know what files can be deleted and how to do it. If you have a Windows machine, you can do what I describe below. First of all, try to use a computer that does not have Garmin Lifetime Updater installed because it would probably try to initiate an update when you connect the unit to the computer. 1) Using the USB cable that came with the unit (or any other USB cable that fits the connection point on the unit) connect the unit to any USB port on the computer 2) Click Start - Computer (depending on which Windows you have it may say My Computer) 3) in the window that pops up find Garmin and double click on it 4) Double click on the Help folder; several subfolders of different languages will come up 5) Delete those folders whose language you feel are not needed 6) Click on the back arrow to get back to where all the main folders on the unit are shown (this is what came up after you did Step 3) 7) Do steps #4 and 5 on the Voice folder. You could also trim the Text and Keyboard folders in a similar manner, although the file names are abbreviated and you have to decipher which language each is. I did trim a lot of files, but I still needed to insert a memory card. I think claiming free lifetime map update is false advertising if you have to add, at your own cost, hardware to the unit to be able to download the update.
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when I purchased my Garmin nuvi 50 5 inch GPS I also recieved my Quick start manual which walked me thru most frequently asked questions which helped me. It also recommended updating maps and downloading the owners manual, which will give you all the directions needed. The quick start manual was very helpful and this will answer most questions needed. Good luck and enjoy your Garmin, I sure do.
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Maps in Garmin format (not protected, for example Lambertus/opensteeetmap.nl) could directly be downloaded to the device or SD card on the device in USB mass storage mode when you see the device and inserted SD-card as disk drives. The same works with GPX tracks.
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You need to purchase a Mini SD card. You can get them under $20 depending on size.I really don't understand why Garmin did not provide enough space for a standard load with the initial purchase.
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Only if you have installed the original NuMaps. It is an upgrade wich did not work on my Garmin. Returned it and got the actual program which worked
1990216
You need to use the clip that came with your garmin. Clip that adapter to the back of the garmin and this bean bag holder ball mount clicks into that adapter.
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You should also have a connection on the side of your Garmin! We have an older Garmin and we have the extra spot on ours to plug it in.
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Go to http://static.garmincdn.com/pumac/Approach_S2_OM_EN.pdf and downloaded
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Do you have a digital camera? Do you have an MP3 player? Or maybe your cell phone. If you have any of those items, then look at the cable that came with it for hooking that device up to your computer. It is very likely that it is the same type of cable that you will use to hook up your Garmin to your computer. I have all of those devices and they all came with a cable that will work with my Nuvi 255W. Or if you do not have the correct cable, then you may need to buy one from Best Buy or Radio Shack. Once you have the correct cable, plug your Garmin into your computer and go to this website for map updates:https://my.garmin.com/maps/updates.htm Do you have a digital camera? Do you have an MP3 player? Or maybe your cell phone. If you have any of those items, then look at the cable that came with it for hooking that device up to your computer. It is very likely that it is the same type of cable that you will use to hook up your Garmin to your computer. I have all of those devices and they all came with a cable that will work with my Nuvi 255W. Or if you do not have the correct cable, then you may need to buy one from Best Buy or Radio Shack. Once you have the correct cable, plug your Garmin into your computer and go to this website... » Read More Do you have a digital camera? Do you have an MP3 player? Or maybe your cell phone. If you have any of those items, then look at the cable that came with it for hooking that device up to your computer. It is very likely that it is the same type of cable that you will use to hook up your Garmin to your computer. I have all of those devices and they all came with a cable that will work with my Nuvi 255W. Or if you do not have the correct cable, then you may need to buy one from Best Buy or Radio Shack. Once you have the correct cable, plug your Garmin into your computer and go to this website for map updates:https://my.garmin.com/maps/updates.htm « Show Less
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Go to the Garmin site on the web. Click on the "support" tab. On the lower left of the support page is a section called "support spotlight"Select the question you want answered. Good Luck
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Go to garmin.com sign up for an account register your device. If you already have done that just sign in then click on the tab called my dashboard. From there it will instruct you on how to update the firmware/maps.