How do you upload new maps to it?
2043478
You plug it up to ur computer and if you have updated maps find gps icon thats pops up and download
196598
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.
642212
None that I'm aware of. The map update data (map set with new/changed data) overwrites the existing maps.
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.
1515040
Chrisitine,This item does not come with any maps as far as we know.At least the ones we ordered needed the map card to be iserted to show it.Hope this help...
556013
hi we send you latest year of map if you would like to update map u can purchase from igo.com in following years
191088
the unit comes with us standard maps! you can simply download your maps using an sd card!
2008740
For Windows: 1. Go to http://www.magellangps.com/ 2. Click Support in the menu bar. 3. In the Support menu on the left, click Map Upgrades. 4. Choose the options you want from the menus on that page. You will probably have to register your GPS unit, create a Magellan account, and be logged in to be able to update your map. I do not know of any map updates for the Roadmate 5045.
1444797
Normal no, pay to update maps yearly if you want to. I have operated with mine for 5years and have only done 1 map upgrade. So free to operate except the one map upgrade.
1004703
I would update the maps when you purchase it. I am still using mine with a few small glitches in the maps and it isn't a big deal, but I would update them if I were going to Europe. When I was in Italy in 2012 they worked flawless!
1705555
No. But you can select different maps based on location and load them from your computer.
1696121
you can download additional maps from the website but not directly on the device. there is also a fee
741030
TOMTOM can update the map as you connect the device with computer online. It works very well.
1338166
While mine is current, only a month old, there are two ways to upgrade maps and firmware... there is an sd card slot and a usb slot. I think the correct process for updating maps and firmware is to use the sd card slot though. Hope that helps.. I like the unit and the gps is pretty good.
1917541
My unit, which I bought last summer after it was discontinued, came packaged with a unique code that enables me to get map updates. Once the software is set up with the code on your computer, the process is straightforward. I suppose it could make a difference if the seller is not an authorized seller, but probably not since the code was in the sealed box.
1626847
That's fine. I probably won't update it that often. Just as long as I can update it if I need to (I got the impression - right or wrong - that you need to buy a new receiver to get updated maps).
1216567
Go to OpenStreetMaps.org and you can make your own maps free. The maps I bought were made using this software. You can make your own maps or buy them and save yourself lots of time.