Gadget : GPS device on bikes

[CMYRS]

i tried...

using a normal usb cable.

but it still goes into the PC picture.

i plug in plug out still the same...

how ar?

 

plug in

wait for status bar to show loading is complete

plug out

wait for it to load

just before the menu comes up

plug it back in again

 

hope it works

[huairen]

plug in

wait for status bar to show loading is complete

plug out

wait for it to load

just before the menu comes up

plug it back in again

 

hope it works

 

meaning... inside need to have battery???

[huairen]

plug in

wait for status bar to show loading is complete

plug out

wait for it to load

just before the menu comes up

plug it back in again

 

hope it works

 

i tried without batteries.

wait for Garmin logo in the middle to finish.

wait for Saving waypoint to finish.

PC logo come out.

i plug out and everything if switch off.

 

i the tried with batteries.

wait for Garmin logo in the middle to finish.

wait for Saving waypoint to finish.

PC logo come out.

page saying external power lost.

switch off or use battery.

i tried to press on either one, but unable to, not working.

i tried to plug the usb cable back nothing happen also.

 

read somewhere in the internet...

they said something about garmin spanner.

i switch on my gps with batteries.

then i switch my Interface to Garmin spanner.

and then plug in the usb cable.

now it's running on external power.

i also tired to remove my batteries while the usb cable is connected.

it is still power on.

 

then i power on without the batteries.

it can power on.

 

so... for oregon300 to work with usb cable...

just switch the Interface to Garmin Spanner.

 

gosh.. i feel i'm so retard after going thru all these

[CMYRS]

ok great that u got it figured out for oregon300 users

[Demon]

btw, my next move is to backup the preloaded US maps in the ROM and put MSM/MFM in it so that i can have thailand map in the mSD

 

You will have problems if you install both MSM, and MFM at the same time in your device because the boundaries of both map tiles are different.

 

Firstly, you will find the roads, somewhere north of Johor cannot be display. Secondly, there are no interconnecting route between the two maps, so you will have problem navigating.

 

[Advrider]

i also bought a nuvi 550 from eastgear, came with a 2gb mSD with MSM but i'm now using MFM. no harm giving it a try coz its free (unlike the jerome versions). you'll find some differences, wouldn't say which is better... you should try n decide for yourselves

 

btw, my next move is to backup the preloaded US maps in the ROM and put MSM/MFM in it so that i can have thailand map in the mSD

 

I want to remove the MSMaps completely from the system and replaced it with MFM. Cos I had been using it on my other GPS eversince they started. Just got back from KL last weekend, navigate in KL using MFM on the GPS is a breeze.

Edited May 20, 2009 by Advrider

[Advrider]

I'm Edward From Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia,

 

I'm a biker too, and dealing with Garmin GPS & RAM mount for bike for more then 4 years in Malaysia.

 

Any members facing garmin problem and bike mounting problem , I may help to advise. PM me also can...

 

Safe riding...pals..

 

Edward

 

Sorry off topic do you happen to ride an AT before?

[scoobydoo]

You will have problems if you install both MSM, and MFM at the same time in your device because the boundaries of both map tiles are different.

oops... i meant to say MSM or MFM instead of MSM and MFM inside the ROM

[scoobydoo]

I want to remove the MSMaps completely from the system and replaced it with MFM. Cos I had been using it on my other GPS eversince they started. Just got back from KL last weekend, navigate in KL using MSM on the GPS is a breeze.

i used MSM for my trip to seremban/port dickson/melaka and it took me "merry go round" at one area in seremban (turns about then end up at same junction) before continuing on the desired route thus decided to give MFM a try

 

to use map from another source, we can either:

(a) use another mSD card

(b) use the same mSD card but create a different folder for the unused map

the garmin firmware looks for map file (e.g. Gmapsupp.img) in a specific folder named "garmin" in the mSD. if we put MSM in folder called "garmin-spare" and MFM in "garmin", firmware will pick up MFM. hope this helps.

 

anyone got routable thailand map to share?

[Advrider]

i used MSM for my trip to seremban/port dickson/melaka and it took me "merry go round" at one area in seremban (turns about then end up at same junction) before continuing on the desired route thus decided to give MFM a try

 

to use map from another source, we can either:

(a) use another mSD card

(b) use the same mSD card but create a different folder for the unused map

the garmin firmware looks for map file (e.g. Gmapsupp.img) in a specific folder named "garmin" in the mSD. if we put MSM in folder called "garmin-spare" and MFM in "garmin", firmware will pick up MFM. hope this helps.

 

anyone got routable thailand map to share?

 

 

OOps I mean MFM...... Thanks for the tips.....

[GuiNNeSS]

Problem is now the latest Garmin Updated OEM map IS MSM.

 

So the trick is to 'update' with MFM using SD card.

[GuiNNeSS]

Another thing that pisses me off is this person with a gay sounding name "Jerome Wee" spamming his name everywhere. I want to see the address of my destination, not his name!

[CMYRS]

just updated the software and new maps from garmin.com.sg

 

the map display is not more detailed with the upcoming junction view which u can close or open if u need it.

[Demon]

Another thing that pisses me off is this person with a gay sounding name "Jerome Wee" spamming his name everywhere. I want to see the address of my destination, not his name!

 

He owns the copyright of the maps, it would be his right to put his name anywhere. And putting your ownership on your property is not spamming.

 

if you despise that name so much, you can use the NT2009.3 map as that an official Garmin release.l

 

It's downright rude to generalise a person's name to be gay. Do the right thing and retract your unnecessary comment.

 

[MiddleAgedBiker]

sg and malaysia map at http://www.malfreemaps.com/ :thumb:

 

Hi,

What's the diff between malsingmaps and malfreemaps? I have malsingmap in my GPS but never visit the site for quite a long time already, what's the story? thanks

[huairen]

Hi,

What's the diff between malsingmaps and malfreemaps? I have malsingmap in my GPS but never visit the site for quite a long time already, what's the story? thanks

 

 

Can read from

 

http://www.malfreemaps.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=29

 

and here

 

http://www.malfreemaps.com/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=1783

 

and of coz have to read both sides.

 

http://www.malsingmaps.com/forums/index.php

[Demon]

Hi,

What's the diff between malsingmaps and malfreemaps? I have malsingmap in my GPS but never visit the site for quite a long time already,

 

To an average user, no difference. Both maps will get you to your destination.

MSM maps being around longer, has more details for rural areas which will be useful for dirt-bikers looking for trails. For city, both are comparable.

 

Some distinct differences are :

 

MSM now supports Junction View, which will be another useful feature for new GPS users, and make navigation more idiot proof.

 

MFM has added polygons to their maps. MFM has topo map interface which will be useful for trekkers.

 

what's the story? thanks

 

MSM has preferred to maintain silence on the departure of their key members which broke away to form MFM.

 

Here is MFM's side to the story.

 

http://www.malfreemaps.com/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=29

 

[cynic]

Any reviews here for Nuvi 205W? How much should I offer for a 2 week old set, or should I even make an offer for it at all?

[MiddleAgedBiker]

Hi, thanks for the update on MFM and MSM everyone. I think it's only going to be good for all users going forwards now that the latest maps are free for anyone to download. That's the spirit.

[Demon]

Any reviews here for Nuvi 205W?

 

 

This is an entry model GPS for cars. Will do a fine job without the bells and whistles.

 

How much should I offer for a 2 week old set, or should I even make an offer for it at all?

 

Put it this way. You can order from Amazon, a brand new Nuvi 205W, and shipped to Singapore for less than SGD250, and the price is falling every week.

 

The nuvi 200 series has been around for about 2 yrs, and they will be replaced by the new nuvi 1000 series which are the ultra-slim version.

 

[cynic]

This is an entry model GPS for cars. Will do a fine job without the bells and whistles.

 

Put it this way. You can order from Amazon, a brand new Nuvi 205W, and shipped to Singapore for less than SGD250, and the price is falling every week.

 

The nuvi 200 series has been around for about 2 yrs, and they will be replaced by the new nuvi 1000 series which are the ultra-slim version.

 

Alright thanks for the info, Demon!

[Nozumi]

Any reviews here for Nuvi 205W? How much should I offer for a 2 week old set, or should I even make an offer for it at all?

 

If can, wait for PC Show next month. Heard Garmin agent will have a booth there selling.

[CMYRS]

Desperate call for help!!

 

my 205w decided to play up today before a road trip this wkend.

 

when plugging in the mini usb end to pwr/recharge the gps, pc wont detect and it wont power up.

 

Ive got to turn it on manually.

 

Then, it doesnt charge!

 

And a menu pops up saying something like,"Accessory not recognised."

 

Wanted to do a reset or reupdate the firmware but to no avail.

Batt is now completely flat and the PC cant detect it nor can I pwr on.

 

Went to Perfect Watch for some help but I was just redirected to All Bright.

The 2 guys at All Bright dont have a clue or a loan set for me, they just said they will send it to Taiwan for a few weeks.

 

Anyone with any clues whats happening?

[Demon]

Desperate call for help!!

 

my 205w decided to play up today before a road trip this wkend.

 

when plugging in the mini usb end to pwr/recharge the gps, pc wont detect and it wont power up.

 

Ive got to turn it on manually.

 

Then, it doesnt charge!

 

And a menu pops up saying something like,"Accessory not recognised."

 

Wanted to do a reset or reupdate the firmware but to no avail.

Batt is now completely flat and the PC cant detect it nor can I pwr on.

 

Went to Perfect Watch for some help but I was just redirected to All Bright.

The 2 guys at All Bright dont have a clue or a loan set for me, they just said they will send it to Taiwan for a few weeks.

 

Anyone with any clues whats happening?

 

Sounds like comm failure. Could be :

 

- PC's USB port faiilure

- USB cable failure

- GPS's USB port failure.

 

How come Perfect Watch directed you to AllBright ? Typically if it's a warranty claim, it should be directed to Navicomm who is the official Garmin local dealer.

 

Eastgear is also able to repair the nuvi too.

 

[CMYRS]

Sounds like comm failure. Could be :

 

- PC's USB port faiilure

- USB cable failure

- GPS's USB port failure.

 

How come Perfect Watch directed you to AllBright ? Typically if it's a warranty claim, it should be directed to Navicomm who is the official Garmin local dealer.

 

Eastgear is also able to repair the nuvi too.

 

 

I have tried this on several pcs using different usb cables.

 

My Nuvi has the ABT sticker on the back so I guess AllBright is their official agt for P.Watch?

 

Going to Eastgear first thing tmrw morning, hope they will repair Garmin sets not purchased from them.

 

Hope I get better service there, P.W. is disappointing.