gps software garmin

I want to buy a Garmin GPS system by auction.
It says that it does not come with software.
So Im wondering, will it work in my car if i don't have the software?

Its not new, its been previously used.

Please help!
Thanks.

Are you looking at something like the Garmin 18USB, which plugs into your laptop? If so, you will need mapping software for it to work.

2008-11-01 07:37:38 by michelley!

Sygic McGuider GPS software demo

If you are talking about the road data, you want City Navigator NT. There are a couple of options. You can check with Garmin to see if you are eligible for free map updates at https://my.garmin.com/maps/updates.htm

If you are not, they will point you toward the download, DVD, or SD/microSD card versions of City Navigator NT. The update costs between $70-100.

2008-07-19 08:21:23 by jocrazy

Price: $85.00

WAAS Enabled High Sensitivity GPS Receiver
GPS 18x USB
Raw Measurement Output Data for Sophisticated Customer Applications
Produces Data ONLY in the GARMIN Proprietary Format
Non Volatile Memory for Storage of Configuration Information

Looking to buy a handheld GPS unit for geocaching. Considering Magellan Titon 1500 and Garmin Colorado 400. Question - will the Garmin topo Canada software work with the Magellan GPS, or is the software somehow proprietary, such that it will ONLY work with Garmin ?

It's proprietary, go with the Colorado, I'm looking for a new unit right now for caching. Considering the GPSmap60 but more and more thinking I should just go for the colorado, but I already have two pda's that I could use to go paperless.

2008-12-28 17:46:54 by Katerlee

Price: $169.99

Public transit mode allows you to navigate using buses, tramway, metro, and suburban rail systems
Pedestrian navigation capability enabled through optional CityXplorer maps; ecoRoute suggests fuel-efficient routes to save drivers money and fuel
Pre-loaded with City Navigator 48 States NT maps, including millions of name-searchable points of interest
Turn-by-turn directions with spoken street names (text-to-speech)
Widescreen ultra-slim GPS design with 4.3-inch WQVGA touchscreen display; interface features improved graphics

I'd to invest in turn-by-turn GPS navigation software for use whilst driving. I don't want to invest in a separate GPS unit (cables, charging, updates... yuck) but am unsure as to the merits of the two competing software packages on the market. Any advice would be gratefully received. Thanks!

I know that they both use the same atlas, so as far as one having a better map, then they are the same.

Why dont you try out google maps, its a free download.

2009-01-05 03:45:17 by gareth.maguire

I tried to update it with my mac computer with the 2009 city select NT and it quit itself saying error now it says The message of system software missing.... I just got it in Oct and in a new area I need this lol... Did I erase every thing? Will I be able to get it back? Help Thanks
please help anyone?

If your device is missing the System Software, you may want to try using the Garmin WebUpdater (http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdat er/) to attempt loading the latest software onto the device.

In the event that the WebUpdater does not reload the system software, you may need to contact Garmin Support for further assistance. (http://www.garmin.com/garmin/cms/site/us /lang/en/supportcontact)

2009-01-04 08:00:38 by maj0r