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I know nothing about GPS's, and a bit about computers, so I got a call from a friend who needed some help with general computer questions. When I got there, he presented me with his new Garmin GPSMap 62s and a set of MAPSource cds (Canada topo maps, 4 disks in all, version 2.0). I assumed the disks came with the device, so I set out to install the Mapsource software, I went through the installation process, loaded the map he wanted (BC and Alberta), then plugged in the GPS with the USB cable. Nothing happened, the Mapsource did not pick up the unit as being connected (On the Manual that came with the disks, it said to press File/ Save to => the device should have been listed there, but it was not), everytime the USB was connected the only thing that would happen is the Autoplay on windows would come on. I went on the Garmin website, downloaded a newer version of the mapsource program, but still nothing, it didn't recognize the GPS, I then updated the GPS driver, spent a good two hours (with my friend anxiously looking over my shoulder), nothing. He then tells me the Mapsource disks were bought years ago, but because he paid good money for them, he inquired at the store where he purchased the new GPS and was told they would be compatible with the 62s.
Since I was unable to help my friend, I've done a bit of research, and I've come to the realization that Mapsource has been discontinued, and maybe that is why it will not work with his unit? Would somebody please clarify this, also, very important, is it possible to load the maps from his old Mapsource disks into Basecamp, what is the process to do this,
I appreciate any help, thank you!