How do you update the map? Many have reported in the reviews of crashing & freezing while trying to update the maps & register. Some said to update the firmware first. Others say to remove the extra voices. Many are having problems.For those who've done this process, how did you activate the lifetime maps & install the current map without crashing, getting errors or freezing the GPS?Most say they finally got it to work but not *how* they did it and what they did wrong to start with.More specifics or tips please. The large number of updaters reporting errors is a bit frightening. How do you update the map? Many have reported in the reviews of crashing & freezing while trying to update the maps & register. Some said to update the firmware first. Others say to remove... » Read More How do you update the map? Many have reported in the reviews of crashing & freezing while trying to update the maps & register. Some said to update the firmware first. Others say to remove the extra voices. Many are having problems.For those who've done this process, how did you activate the lifetime maps & install the current map without crashing, getting errors or freezing the GPS?Most say they finally got it to work but not *how* they did it and what they did wrong to start with.More specifics or tips please. The large number of updaters reporting errors is a bit frightening. « Show Less
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I'm from Venezuela and I could not update my tomtom xl340.t, if you can not use in that country. please ask for help
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FREE Maps MUST be activated within 90 days. This is NOT mentioned in the Tom Tom propaganda.
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Go to tomtom home and do a backup first. Then remove all voices except the computer one. That the one that speaks street names. Then go to update my device and update the software first. Then update the maps. Then you will be fine. Follow these steps and you will have no problems.
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I received product yesterday, hooked it up to my computer and turned it on. It went directly to TomTom/Home where I carefully followed the directions which guided my through the steps including typing in my special code for lifetime map updates. It then had me update map, do install and save to my computer and 2.5 hours it was all set to go. No error messages received as a lot of reviews mention. tomorrow is the test drive to test it locally. so far i like the product a lot for the money it was a great buy.
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Yes, the LM after the model number means Lifetime Maps, but you need an E-mail address to get the notices of map updates and downloads. Plus the timed to update you GPS, usually takes about one hour on a 64-bit PC the first time you update. Did this help ? Also it is an awesome GPS system.
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Hi Eddie.Maps are currently updated to the latest version (late 2013). I suspect newer ones coming out soon though. They are updated using a SD card. You can purchase new ones on pioneers website or download them (hint. Avic411.com usually posts them a few weeks after public release)Let me know if you have any other questions
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No, it does not. I can't even update the maps either. I guess it's too old. I may try hooking it up to the software this weekend to give it another try. I hadn't tried for quite a few months.
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I recently sent mine back to Garmin. It took about a week and they sent me a new one that hasn't frozen yet. Very easy to deal with. Much better. :) Smiling again! This is the best GPS I have ever owned now that it doesn't freeze up all the time. Amazing features and the voice rec. really works!
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Hi I wish I had a answer for you I am not satified with the maps or the POI's. I live in New England and the maps are ok but the POI' stink I have a sked Simplesoft many times how to update the maps and POI's.. If you find out what other maps we can use please let me know. My garman is far better....
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I have the same problem. Connected to device to my Mac and received an updated map, which took over one hour. Now the map can't be activated and I receive an error message. Just called TomTom and I was told that I can't download an updated map wireless due to the compression of the file. I would need a cable internet connection to fix this. I have never heard such a story and it doesn't make any sense to me (I use AT&T; U-Verse). Has anyone ever heard about this before?
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I am shopping for my 1st GPS. TomTom 340TM is supposed to include free maps for the life of the device. How can they refuse to upgrade the maps on your refurb? slloyd1000@verizon.net
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In case this helps anyone, I was facing the same issue, and after endless research found out that after updating the maps, you have to sign into your myGarmin account, go to the Garmin unlock maps page and unlock/ activate the new maps. The maps that initially come with the unit are already unlocked, but apparently the update doesn't do this automatically - and doesn't explicitly tell you that you need to (thanks Garmin!). I also ended up reinstalling the new maps again - not sure if this helped, but it doesn't hurt to try! Now the maps are working correctly and I no longer get the "no data available" error. In case this helps anyone, I was facing the same issue, and after endless research found out that after updating the maps, you have to sign into your myGarmin account, go to the Garmin unlock maps page and unlock/ activate the new maps. The maps that initially come with the unit are already unlocked, but apparently the update doesn't do this automatically - and doesn't explicitly tell you that you need to (thanks Garmin!). I also ended up reinstalling the new maps again - not sure if this helped, but it doesn't hurt to try! Now the maps are working correctly and I no longer get the "no... » Read More In case this helps anyone, I was facing the same issue, and after endless research found out that after updating the maps, you have to sign into your myGarmin account, go to the Garmin unlock maps page and unlock/ activate the new maps. The maps that initially come with the unit are already unlocked, but apparently the update doesn't do this automatically - and doesn't explicitly tell you that you need to (thanks Garmin!). I also ended up reinstalling the new maps again - not sure if this helped, but it doesn't hurt to try! Now the maps are working correctly and I no longer get the "no data available" error. « Show Less
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J. Wiggins:I had a similar time frame experience last year when downloading my map update via my Mac. Your recommendation of storing the downloaded file in a safe place, because it gets corrupted after 30 days, causes me to ask the question: where? On a thumb drive, for example? Is the self-destruct date written into the software and thus transmitted along with the new map material? Just curious. And, as an aside, my so-called "update" was missing some local retail establishments which have been in place for several years. That, too, I don't understand. Thanks.
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Thank you so much for the post on the "hard reset". I recently updated my maps and when next I used it I saw the No Maps and the No Data message. Your hard reset worked perfectly--on the second try--it was comforting to see that question come up and know how to answer it. I didn't have any addresses that were essential so all is well. You are a life saver!!!!
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When I tried to activate the Lifetime Map Updates, I got the following message."The activation code you entered has already been used. You cannot use the same code more than once."How can I resolve this?
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Question for you: Have you contacted BOSS Tech Support about getting an updated MapMicroSD card yet? There is a known issue with the factory sent card and they are sending out updated Map SD card at no charge. I am still waiting for my replacement to arrive but maybe it gives an ealier warning to upcoming turns. I am hoping so at least as I too saw the same late warning you are describing.
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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
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I suspect that the 'LM' in the product name indicates free 'lifetime map' updates...you pay for it with the price. You will have to register with Garmin.So, NO ! you don't pay for map updates.
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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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Some new devices include (at a higher cost) the "lifetime update" option, while others (at less cost) do not... needless to say, you get what you pay for. Rather than replace your old Garmin, you might be better to just buy a map upgrade. Be careful, though, and don't do what I did: I recently bought a lifetime map upgrade for my Nuvi 205, and when it came in the mail, I was shocked to read the fine print and learn that the 205 has limited memory and that this update could not be loaded fully into a 205. MAKE SURE the map update that you buy is compatible with your specific model. Some new devices include (at a higher cost) the "lifetime update" option, while others (at less cost) do not... needless to say, you get what you pay for. Rather than replace your old Garmin, you might be better to just buy a map upgrade. Be careful, though, and don't do what I did: I recently bought a lifetime map upgrade for my Nuvi 205, and when it came in the mail, I was shocked to read the fine print and learn that the 205 has limited memory and that this update could not be loaded fully into a 205. MAKE SURE the map update that you buy is compatible with your specific model.