+The Wotsits Posted August 17, 2009 Posted August 17, 2009 I have tried downloading some free maps, and they have come in an IMG file - I have a garmin oregon 300 and I am not sure what to do with the files. Also, is there a programme on the Mac that will allow me to preview these files before I transfer them to my GPS. Thanks Quote
Motorcycle_Mama Posted August 17, 2009 Posted August 17, 2009 From where did you download the maps? Were there instructions on that website on how to load the maps? Typically, you must use a compatible software on your computer to compile and load the maps to your GPS unit. Quote
+Chris & Renee Posted August 17, 2009 Posted August 17, 2009 with the new firmware all you need to do is copy the IMg file straight to the card, then load the maps as u need to in the setup. Quote
+fegan Posted August 17, 2009 Posted August 17, 2009 On a Colorado/Oregon the IMG files are stored in the d:\Garmin folder. Try coping your IMG file to that folder. I don't know the options on the Oregon, but on a Colorado when you're looking at the Map screen (not a Geocache screen which also shows a map...just a regular Map) we have an Option (left button) menu where we can select which map(s) to display. Hope that helps. Quote
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