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UNLOCKING ANY GARMIN MAP

Here the simplest solution to unlock Garmin maps.

Protected toolkit_2254_x86 or Garmin Garmin file toolkit_2254_x64

Just open the system that matches your application.
Drag the locked map into the blank window.
Wait a few seconds to gather information.
It will report if locked.
In that case click on "Unlock File"

http://www14.zippyshare.com/v/nPNPERoF/file.html
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Terms and definitions of GARMIN maps

Image version
Garmin map image is standard version for all Garmin devices and software solutions for other mobile devices. File extension is always .img, path and file name depends on device and function of the image, look >>>here.
NOTE: Garmin *.img files are no CD/DVD images! They are not compatible with well known image burning programs!

MapSource, CD/DVD, PC or gmap version
These are all names for map versions, which has to be installed on ...
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How to create a SW.UNL for WinCE5,[6?] XT

I haven't tried this with WinCE 6 but it might work.

1. Download my program from http://www.navitotal.com/showthread.php?1274-Garmin-Mobile-XT-for-WinCE5.0-program
2. Using Winrar, extract the folder to your SD card.
2a. Start the program.
3. Choose "connect to a Garmin device."
4. "Skip" scanning attached.
5. Choose yes to skip.
6. Choose I agree.
7. Choose no to connect to other Garmin devices.
8. Click arrow on lower left.
9. Click "wrench icon" - tools.
10. Click settings. ...
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step by step - replacing internal map on nuvi 1xxx, 2xxx and

step by step tutorial for replacing internal map on nuvi 1xxx, 2xxx and 3xxx

  1. in hidden folder \.System\ delete the files gmapprom.img, gmapprom.unl and gmapprom.sum after backup on PC

  2. download new unlocked image version (normal NT for 1xxx, Unicode for 2xxx and 3xxx) and copy it after extraction (gmapsupp.img or gmapprom.img) to folder \.System\ - if it's named gmapsupp.img rename it to gmapprom.img (take care for exactly right name)

  3. replace *.jcv in ...
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How to easily search NAVETEQ maps for, address or (POIs)

How to easily search NAVETEQ maps for, address or (POIs)

1. http://www.navteq.com/
2. Select: Map Highlights
3. Select: NAVETEQ Points of interest (POIs)
4. Unit-System: Imperial
5. Define a radius within POIs shall be displayed: 50 mi
6. Please enter the location you want to set as center point for the search:
Address, Zip, City, POI : Cuernavaca, Mexico
7. Choose which POIs you’d like to see on the map: Restaurant
8. Select: Go

http://www.navteq.com/data_storage/help/index_en.html#search_01 ...
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MapSource TIP: Use MapSource & GMAP anywhere

Use MapSource & GMAP anywhere

You can use Mapsource and gmap folders easy from anywhere
1. just copy mapsource.exe (and maybe your language file) to eg. your USB drive :\Mapsource
2. make directory :\Mapsource\Maps
3. copy all GMAP folder to this Maps directory and run :\Mapsource\mapsource.exe

( You can use any directory just make Maps folder to same directory with mapsource.exe )

this way you not need copy all your maps to %APPDATA%

That trick ...
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Garmin User Manuals

Garmin MapSource
User Guide for Garmin MapSource navigation software (0.99 MB)

Garmin Que
User Guide for Garmin Que navigation software for PalmOS (1.27 MB)
User Guide for Garmin Que PPC navigation software with Windows Mobile OS (2.9 MB)

Garmin-ASUS

Short User Guide for GarminASUS M20 communicator/navigation device (0.86 MB)
User Guide for GarminASUS M20 communicator/navigation device (1.51 MB)

Garmin navigation devices

User Guides for Garmin navigation devices



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Image names and paths for Garmin devices

Please send info your tested Image names and paths what you are tested and works

Like this:

Device model/Firmware:
Nuvi 200 Firmware 5.0

working image names with paths:

Internal memory:
\Garmin\gmapbmap.img (basemap)
\Garmin\GMAPSUPP.IMG
\Garmin\GMAPPROM.IMG
\Garmin\GMAPPROM1.IMG
\Garmin\GMAPOEM.IMG

SD-Card:

\Garmin\GMAPSUPP.IMG


Others:
Garmin mobile XT wince 5.0 Fujitsu-Siemens Loox N100
Garmin mobile PC 5.00.60g
Oregon 450t / SW: v4.20 & GPS SW: v4.52
Garmin mobile XT WinCE 5.0 Mio C520
Garmin mobile XT WinCE 5.0 Asus ...
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About Garmin maps Additions files (gmap3d-JCV-gmaptz-ASR-G2S

About Garmin maps Additions files (gmap3d-JCV-gmaptz-ASR-G2S)

Thanks to Catymag

3D buildings (gmap3d.img)

Image

3D buildings is rather self explanatory – the unit will superimpose a 3D image of the buildings in the vicinity of your position when the unit is in routing mode, so you can at least see/visualise the landmarks around you, rather than at present, where there is nothing to tell you whether you are 100% on the correct road/lane/street or not. The ...
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How to get Unit ID number on Garmin units - Video

How to get Unit ID (Device ID) number on Garmin units :
F9r1ng1t9mw]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vvYmo8OR2Y

Alternative way some devices (all device, use some similar way):
For the newer models (e.g. Nuvi)
  • Turn on your Garmin GPS.
  • Select Tools > Settings > System > About
  • Write down the ten (10) digit Unit ID
For older models (e.g. GPSMAP 60)
  • Under Main Menu select Setup
  • Under Setup select System
  • Select Menu button on GPS
  • Select Software Version
  • Write down ...
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