Garmin Nuvi 1450 / 1460

[deluge23]

Thanks for the reply.

BTW I got 2 more added question in my previous edited post.

I could only found the quick start manual. Is there any full manual to begin with?

[silverbeauty]

Thanks for the reply.

BTW I got 2 more added question in my previous edited post.

I could only found the quick start manual. Is there any full manual to begin with?

Unfortunately that is the only documentation that Garmin provides. They "assume" the end user has a certain amount of technical know-how to operate the unit in an efficient manner

[deluge23]

Or better say: They don't need to hire technical writer for the documentation. It's the first high end product (cost RM900+) that doesn't feature a proper full manual. Well I guess the operation is easy enough after spending quite a couple of minutes with it.

[bluknight]

Just discovered that /Map folder in the SD card works as well (so long as it is in the root directory i.e. at the same level as the /Garmin folder). I decided not to have any maps in the internal memory and moved all my maps to my 8GB SD card leaving only the JCV files and basemap in the Internal memory. I now have more than 10 maps in the card and still plenty of memory capacity left. All the maps are available for selection through Tools>System>Map>Info. Very neat feature.

NOTE: This is for those who wish to store multiple maps into the SD:/Garmin folder that will also have jcv and lane assist whose files are stored in the SD:/Garmin/jcv folder. AND also for the brave trying something that may possibly brick their unit

There is the GarminDevice.xml file in the main memory:/Garmin folder that determines what file names, path, I/O etc in the device. Notice that you can put maps in the SD:/map directory but the maps will NOT have jcv or lane-assist. This also for maps placed in the Main:/Garmin/map folders. Unfortunately, only a max of TWO maps at a time can currently use the jcv files and it must be named gmapsupp.img. placed in either of the /Garmin folders. POSSIBLE SOLUTION ??

Use a text editor and look at the GarminDevice.xml file: The NMaps xml format does not have a BaseName slot. Thus the SD:/map folders can take anyname.img. Now if you want to put multiple maps into the SD:/Garmin/ folders with anynames.img using the jcv files in your 8G SD:/Garmin/jcv folders here's what you do: Within the SupplementalMaps remove the <BaseName>gsuppmap</BaseName> characters in the xml file. Now the SD:/Garmin will be like the Nmaps, taking any names. You can now store all your unl files in SD:/Garmin with other multiple maps there and it will use the jcv feature. And you do not have to touch your main memory pre-installed files (except this file!!)
Anybody brave enough to try and come back from the dead? Just be v careful - remove only those characters above at the correct location and type carefully. Otherwise you have no device and the usb comms will fail!

[davidku]

Glad that I found this post to show the difference between 1450 and 1460

viewtopic.php?f=11&t=4710&start=220

I just realized that Nuvi 1450, is about USD $200, approx Rm 660 whereas 1460 model is Rm 999 cheapest. Since not much difference, I would get the 1450 which is Rm 300 cheaper.

If I buy from USA, may I know where I can get the Malaysia and Singapore maps loaded into my 1450 ?

Sorry, I am new to GPS and 1450 will be the first one I will buy. Thanks.

[tks]

If I buy from USA, may I know where I can get the Malaysia and Singapore maps loaded into my 1450 ?

You are already at the website!

[skylab]

Hello All,

I've tried Khairij's method and so far no problem with my Nuvi1490T..
Anyhow, the POI is still cannot be seen during navigation
Will report on any findings...

Hi All,
I am new to this forum but have been using the MFM on my mobile XT.
I like to share how I manage to install the new MFM map.
I just bought a Garmin Nuvi 1460.
I have managed to load the MFM-Garmin 091012 and MFM POI 091012.
I have also loaded the MFM-CPOIv204.

I have just completed testing it by driving to and from Seremban and Kuala Pilah.
All alert work so does the audio alerts, which is much better than the tone on the Garnim XT.

On my unit on the ".System" folder (root directory) which is hidden folder there was a map file "gmapprom.img".
When this file was present I could not make the new map to work.
I deleted the file and save the "gmapsupp.img" to "gmapprom.img" and save it to the folder.
This made my system work without any problem.
The POI file was copied to the folder POI inside the Garmin folder as normally done.

I have just completed installing the MFM SpeedTraps Verssion 3.7 on the my nuvi and I will test it tomorrow.

If the problem was resolved earlier please do ignore my feedback here.

I just wanted to share.

Khairij

[quaky]

Just got the 1460 also.
I try to use a HTC charger output 1A to charge it overnight, but it didn't charge at all. Even thought it says it is charging on the screen.
Maybe I had it switched off while charging, I'm trying again 2night with it switched on.
Anyone knows how long it takes to charge fully?

I have MFM and speedtrap in the SD card \map and \POI all working. I didn't touch the device .system files.
I also used Mapsource to transfer POI & routes to the device and SD card. Both seems to work.

Everytime I start up it ask me if I want to copy data from the SD card to the device. Anyone knows what data it is refering to?
If you put the device near you ear, you can hear a constant noise coming from the speaker.

What I wish the device can do:
1. File explorer and management
2. Disable auto zoom.

[badrol]

Everytime I start up it ask me if I want to copy data from the SD card to the device. Anyone knows what data it is refering to?

Since your POI data is located inside the SD card, the device will ask you to tranfer the date to internal memory so that when you take out the SD card, you can use the POIs as they are now reside in the internal memory.

[quaky]

My unit is still charging after more than 12 hours???? Nobody has this prob

Found this faq in garmin website for 1450:
Question: How can I tell if my nuvi is fully charged?
Answer:

When charging your nuvi, you will not be provided with any visual indication once it is fully charged. To find charging options for your device click here.


You are provided a rough guide to the battery life with the battery symbol on the main screen of your device when it is turned on. Please note this can only be properly seen while the device is not connected to power.

To check your units expected battery life, visit the product page on the Garmin Website and select the Specs tab. If the device isn't meeting the expected battery life click here for information on extending the battery life.

Can't believe it, garmin cannot even write a proper program to manage the battery.
I removed the charger after more than 12 hrs, indicator shows full bar, now to see how long it last.
The last time charging more than 6hrs, indicator only 3/4 full and lasted only 1 hr.