"Send to GPS" not working on Delorme PN-40

[+scott.475]

Hey all. I don't have much time to do an in depth search right now, as I have to walk out the door in just a few minutes. The last two times I have logged into Geocaching and tried the "Send to GPS" function, I am having success less than 50% of the time. I am using Windows XP and know the plug in is updated. The pop-up opens, but no check marks appear, this happens probably 75% of the time right now, and it does not seem to be specific to on geopgraphic location as we are on a multi-state trip and I have tried loading caches from several different areas. I see another post was having the same trouble but with a Garmin. Any ideas?

[+mjs3350]

I'm no expert, but when I was having trouble it was because the topo 8 transfer dialog had automatically opened when I plugged my gps in, because topo 8 was open in the background. I was trying to send files through GSAK, and it wouldn't work until I closed the topo 8 transfer window. Maybe you have another program trying to connect to your GPSr.

[Lemonhead]

I get the same thing when i FORGET that using Google chrome will not let "send to GPS" happen. I close it, then open Firefox and it downloads no problem!

 

Is this a possibility with you?

[+scott.475]

I get the same thing when i FORGET that using Google chrome will not let "send to GPS" happen. I close it, then open Firefox and it downloads no problem!

 

Is this a possibility with you?

 

No, I should have specified. Firefox is my default. I guess I can see if the Topo transfer program is running in the background, but I sure see nothing obvious, no new windows opening when I plug in the PN-40.

[+Team CowboyPapa]

When one is having a sometimes Yes and sometimes No situation,

I tend to suspect a connection, or cable, issue.

 

Looking at the connectivity, or lack thereof, as a possible source:

1. Are you using a PC or a laptop?

2. If a PC are you connecting to a USB port in front (on the case) or one in the back (on the motherboard, more reliable)?

3. With your PC on and connected, do you hear a Ka-Ching when you select the mode of Map Transfer?

4. After selecting Map Transfer mode, do you see an indication of another drive in My Computer?

Edited December 26, 2009 by Team CowboyPapa

[+linguini53]

I was having a similar problem - 50% of the time it wouldn't send. I checked on the the Delorme forum & found a post that recommended using the USB ports on the rear of the computer, I'm now successful about 95% of the time.

[+Pax42]

And if you do get better connectivity using the rear ports, call delorme tech support, explain your problem and request a new cable. They're very good about getting a new one sent out quickly.