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MikeB Frequent Visitor
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Posted: Wed Dec 27, 2006 5:09 pm Post subject: Warning for Garmin i3 users loading POIs |
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The Garmin i3 seems to have a problem in the software when attempting to load more than 85 categories of custom POIs.
If you load more than 85 categories of POI then this will result in the i3 locking when loading the map. At this point the i3 will not go any further.
To recover the i3 to a workable system again you will need to either:
1) Remove the microSD card from the i3 and place it in a card reader. On the PC (after taking a backup of the entire card) delete the poi.gpi file which will be found in the /garmin/poi directory. Replace the card in the i3 and everything should now work again.
2) Download the beta version of the POILoader software from the Garmin website http://www.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=1673 then when you connect your i3 and run POILoader select the option to delete existing pois. Note that PocketGPSWorld.com accepts no responsibility for software from any external companies. You must acknowledge and accept the risks of running beta software.
This feature of the Garmin software does not appear to affect the Nuvi range. _________________ Mike Barrett |
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Hywel Occasional Visitor
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terrysunderland Occasional Visitor
Joined: Feb 05, 2006 Posts: 21
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Posted: Mon Jan 01, 2007 12:28 pm Post subject: My i3 also crashed! |
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Well, after downloading the latest POI's, my i3 also locked up. Over the holidays, I have browsed the Forum, tried all the reset procedures (with and without the TransFlash card). Re-installed the drivers. Downloaded the beta POI loader, deleted all the POI's. All to no avail.
I can switch on the i3. It will go through the warning screen and present the usual options. However, when I try to select an option, the i3 freezes again. Then reluctant to switch off.
This is actually a repalcement i3 which I received from Garmin (following a mounting socket failure) only 3 weeks ago.
I am going to phone Garmin tomorrow, see what they can advise.
Terry in Sunderland |
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Hywel Occasional Visitor
Joined: Dec 01, 2005 Posts: 5
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Posted: Mon Jan 01, 2007 5:24 pm Post subject: Garmin i3 problem |
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This is exactly the behaviour I had - I tried everything I could using the USB connection on the i3. I was advised by Garmin to re-install all my software on the PC. Personally, I don't think this method will work, given the symptoms - i.e. the POI loader and Webupdater were working fine, it was the i3 that wasn't talking to anything. I highly recommend you get a card reader and use that instead (see the original post and my follow-up). Then delete the poi file manually. |
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flyinmarrow Occasional Visitor
Joined: Mar 27, 2006 Posts: 6
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Posted: Tue Jan 02, 2007 4:52 pm Post subject: Warning for Garmin i3 users loading POIs |
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I can only agree with the previous post. I too tried for hours to reset my i3 after I uploaded new POIs. The new beta version of the POI Loader does not solve this problem as the unit locks up and will not communicate via the USB port. MicroSD adapter on order ! That all said I have found some interesting test functions built in by pressing various buttons on power up!!! |
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terrysunderland Occasional Visitor
Joined: Feb 05, 2006 Posts: 21
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Posted: Tue Jan 02, 2007 5:07 pm Post subject: Locked up i3 |
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Well, I phoned Garmin at 8.30 this morning. Explained the problem and outlined the various tasks I had performed to try and resolve the issue and unlock the i3.
My unit is 11 months old but Garmin told me to return it to them for repair/replacement (without any quible) as it is still under warranty
Posted it off Special Delivery this morning and will let you know what happens, as and when.
Terry, Sunderland |
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gettingmad Occasional Visitor
Joined: Aug 27, 2006 Posts: 7
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Posted: Fri Jan 05, 2007 2:57 pm Post subject: |
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Hi
This problem has just occurred with my NUVI 300.
Suggest you amend your listing to show that it does affect NUVI as well.
Colin Butler |
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Luciddestiny Occasional Visitor
Joined: Apr 08, 2006 Posts: 1
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Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2007 2:20 pm Post subject: |
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Same Problem with my Nuvi 350... Will be ringing Garmin tomorrow... |
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terrysunderland Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2007 5:19 pm Post subject: POI problems |
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I got a brand new i3 back from Garmin (with ver. 9 mapping) in 4 working days! Brill service from Garmin. NB I bought my i3 on ebay 11 months ago. |
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gettingmad Occasional Visitor
Joined: Aug 27, 2006 Posts: 7
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Posted: Sat Jan 13, 2007 4:40 pm Post subject: |
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gettingmad wrote: | Hi
This problem has just occurred with my NUVI 300.
Suggest you amend your listing to show that it does affect NUVI as well.
Contacted Garmin and they promptly supplied me with a replacement unit.
Colin Butler |
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ACM454078 Occasional Visitor
Joined: Apr 10, 2006 Posts: 7
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Posted: Wed Jan 17, 2007 5:23 pm Post subject: Nuvi 660 |
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Hi.
I have just brought a new Nuvi 660 and wanted to load the speed camera database onto it from Pocket GPS world. I have read on this site that some people are crashing their Nuvi loading POI. Is this likely to happen if I load Speed cameras?
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JCRS Occasional Visitor
Joined: Jun 20, 2006 Posts: 2
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Posted: Thu Jan 25, 2007 8:40 pm Post subject: Re: Warning for Garmin i3 users loading POIs |
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MikeB wrote: | The Garmin i3 seems to have a problem in the software when attempting to load more than 85 categories of custom POIs.
If you load more than 85 categories of POI then this will result in the i3 locking when loading the map. At this point the i3 will not go any further.
To recover the i3 to a workable system again you will need to either:
1) Remove the microSD card from the i3 and place it in a card reader. On the PC (after taking a backup of the entire card) delete the poi.gpi file which will be found in the /garmin/poi directory. Replace the card in the i3 and everything should now work again.
2) Download the beta version of the POILoader software from the Garmin website http://www.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=1673 then when you connect your i3 and run POILoader select the option to delete existing pois. Note that PocketGPSWorld.com accepts no responsibility for software from any external companies. You must acknowledge and accept the risks of running beta software.
This feature of the Garmin software does not appear to affect the Nuvi range. |
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JCRS Occasional Visitor
Joined: Jun 20, 2006 Posts: 2
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Posted: Thu Jan 25, 2007 8:44 pm Post subject: |
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Hello,
Please be aware it also affects the NUVI 300 and 360, has I had both units and they both crashed. I had no way recovering them.
I now have a third unit, however I feel a bit unsure about loading anything on to the unit ant advise will welcome.
Thanks |
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gdclark Lifetime Member
Joined: Feb 26, 2006 Posts: 23 Location: Hertfordshire
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Posted: Sun Jan 28, 2007 12:35 am Post subject: |
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Yes it does affect the Nuvi 660 as well |
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scousemanblue Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Sun Jan 28, 2007 2:15 pm Post subject: |
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Ive just loaded up the beta version and it froze. Followed instructions to delete the poi file and start again and it didnt work.
If I reverted back to the previous POI loader would this cure the problem and allow me to work as normal. Dont particularly want to call Garmin tomorrow.
Your advice would be appreciated. |
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