Also, does this only have city maps or does it have all roads in New Zealand? Thanks
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I didn't use the GPS in New Zealand, only Australia. I will say, thought, that based on my experience with Garmin maps in Australia and in South Africa and Costa Rica, I've never ever not had the mapping product live up to the quality and thoroughness of Garmin maps. I'm 99% confident this product will give you the maps and roads you will need. To speak of the thoroughness if Garmin maps, when I used it in Costa Rica, the map even alerted me to large potholes from where the back road had been washed out.
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The map covers all roads in New Zealand. No issues, Garmin maps are great. Covers New Zealand both islands in great detail.
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I went to Australia and there it had all roads and was pretty accurate (90+%). Didn't use it in New Zealand.
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I have the Australian version and it has maps of both cities and the road system all across Australia. I can navigate anywhere outside cities using it just like within the USA.
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I used this in new Zealand on a motorcycle tour, and not only did it have complete turn by turn for all streets, it included a surprising number of dirt trails as well.
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I'm confused with these map versions I'm reading about. I see a v8, v2008, and one called City Navigator NT. I see that your saying the v8 is the oldest but what is the difference between the v2008 and city navigator? ThanksLW
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Sorry, I forgot if a map was preloaded or not as I bought a while ago.I think US and Canada maps are preloaded. I only remember that I can choose either eastern US or upper US or lower US, something like that. It is very good in direction. It shows the picture of your current road and the exit road you need to take. It also says like: take either on two left lane or right lane.
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It has maps for the entire country initially. However, after you hook it up to your computer, it will do a live update to whatever area you select you want to be more detailed. For instance, I live in the mid-west so I asked it to focus on this area. You would just ask it to focus on the eastern states of your interest. I love my Garmin nuvi! I hope this helps.
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No, it does not display street names, only the main ones and even then, very few. It does display the street you are on and the directions are very clear and repetitive, though. Oddly, I live in South Florida and it does show the name of every single canal and lake. I have no idea why the software developers thought those would be of high interest to the user and not the detailed names of the streets. It does come preloaded with mapping software, and you get one free upgrade with Garmin within 30 days of registering the device with them. Hope this helps, but you've probably already made your purchasing decision by now. No, it does not display street names, only the main ones and even then, very few. It does display the street you are on and the directions are very clear and repetitive, though. Oddly, I live in South Florida and it does show the name of every single canal and lake. I have no idea why the software developers thought those would be of high interest to the user and not the detailed names of the streets. It does come preloaded with mapping software, and you get one free upgrade with Garmin within 30 days of registering the device with them. Hope this helps, but you've probably already made... » Read More No, it does not display street names, only the main ones and even then, very few. It does display the street you are on and the directions are very clear and repetitive, though. Oddly, I live in South Florida and it does show the name of every single canal and lake. I have no idea why the software developers thought those would be of high interest to the user and not the detailed names of the streets. It does come preloaded with mapping software, and you get one free upgrade with Garmin within 30 days of registering the device with them. Hope this helps, but you've probably already made your purchasing decision by now. « Show Less
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The map is in proprietary Garmin image format, the file [gmapsupp.img] being contained in a folder named Garmin on the microSD card. That file pattern can be used by all Garmin units which support NT [New Technology] format mapping data and will be recognised by all modern Garmin units compatible with City Navigator maps which have an SD or mircoSD slot, which is practically every recent automotive and outdoor unit as well as portable marine and aviation devices going back some several years. A full list of compatible units can be found here: https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/maps/on-the-road-maps/city-navigator-nt/city-navigator-sup-sup-australia-new-zealand-nt/prod116482.html#productTab. BTW, the card doesn't contain any software as such in the usual meaning of the word, just some unlock codes and the mapping data in .img format which as stated is Garmin's proprietary file format and not a disc image which can be mounted.
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The device will work in Australia (or anywhere else in the world, for that matter), but it comes with maps for North America. Australia/New Zealand city/highway maps are $189AUD (see https://buy.garmin.com/en-AU/AU/maps/on-the-road-maps/city-navigator-nt/city-navigator-sup-sup-australia-new-zealand-nt/prod116482.html). Since this device has been discontinued, you probably can't get free map updates (and I'm not sure they're available outside North America, anyway).
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it comes with everything but the "detailed" map. i have not received an answer why not other than i may need to buy a card. unfortunately it seems there are no cards for my area, atlantic east coast. save your money and get a garmin, my friend spent 2x what i did but got 4x the value !
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Maps are available from TomTom site. I found and started download of UK/IE maps for a trip. Alas, I found them too close to departure time and didn't get them fully downloaded to install them before my trip. Map files are quite large! They're also a little pricey, I seem to remember it was about USD$70 to download the set. I can't vouch for whether downloaded maps work well. Europe destinations seem to be fairly well covered for TomTom maps. I wanted to download a map for Singapore too, but one is not available. See the TomTom site for places that are available.
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Curious if the A&NZ; city navigator includes NZ's Central Otago Rail Trail, which cyclists use. Can you tell me? Trying to decide if City Navigator is OK for a cycling tour that includes roads and the rail trail and "tracks" from Walter Peak Station near Queenstown.
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Base maps only (which is basically main highways only). You will need the life time maps this is for North America but other regions are available: https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?pID=33379
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No, it has US maps only. If you want Europe maps you will need to buy them separately. It looks like that in US this model is named "VIA 1400M" and Europe it has name "Start 20"
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No, it has US maps only. If you want Europe maps you will need to buy them separately.It looks like that in US this model is named "VIA 1400M" and Europe it has name "Start 20"
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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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Yes, it has maps for US and Canada. Not Mexico, you have to buy that one and add it if you need it.
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Mine does not show trails. Right out of the box it doesn't even show country roads. It only had the US geology map whatyacallit thing. I had to buy the US maps add in. Now once you ride a route you can save it as a course and repeat it. It still show ou traveling out in the middle of white space between known roads.
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Yes and no. I received an email for the latest maps and they (all in one file for N. America) came on a CD for only $7 shipping. It is a strong update. You can also download maps of Europe, etc. right through the excellent TomTom Home software. It is simple to install the data onto one or more SD cards. You have to keep careful track of your serial number (it's not hard to find on the unit) to install updates, since they only work with your particular unit, as a way to prevent piracy. Customer service is very friendly and helpful, though if you have any problems.