Map install on Oregon

[+WOLVERINEtheRonin]

Ok, I got my Oregon 550 yesterday. I've loaded it with PQ caches, Wherigo's and I've even got my name on the start-up screen. But I'm having an smrt moment. I've downloaded a map from GPSFiledepot and I can't get it to show up on the Garmin. I've loaded it on the unit but nothing shows up in the Map tab. What file folder do I put it in and in what format?

 

If anyone knows of any other good free source maps for BC Canada, road, trail etc I'd love the info.

[+Unobtainium]

For .img files, put them into the /Garmin folder.

 

For .kmz files, put them into the /Garmin/CustomMaps folder

[snowfleurys]

Most maps on gpsfiledepot are self-installing .exe files. On a PC you need to run the file. Then in MapSource the smallish rectangular box near the upper left corner will list which mapsets area available.

Also see: http://www.gpsfiledepot.com/tutorials/how-...armin-gps-unit/

[+WOLVERINEtheRonin]

For .img files, put them into the /Garmin folder.

 

For .kmz files, put them into the /Garmin/CustomMaps folder

 

Thanks! Do I leave them ziped or unzip them. Wow that could really be bad out of context.

[-Oz-]

Check out the link snowfleurys posted; it will help you.

[+WOLVERINEtheRonin]

I got it working now. For some reason mapsource didn't recognize it before. Once you do it it's so esy but getting to that point can sure be frustrating.

[+WOLVERINEtheRonin]

Another question. Do I need to create a special folder or directory for maps on my memory card?

[+WOLVERINEtheRonin]

Another question. Do I need to create a special folder or directory for maps on my memory card?

 

Ok, I really got it now. When I "install" something I am naive in thinking I am done, at least when it comes to maps. I finally figured out that downloading it was only part of the fun. I ran it through the right channels and now have a great topo, trail & street map on my Garmin.

 

I know I'm going to love it but it sure is a heck of alot easier using the Groundspeak app on Iphone.