I'm new to this fun, and am computer-challenged, but I love my new Garmin 60csx. Got it for a birthday. Anyway, I loaded MapSource and eagerly downloaded a NC map from this site. No lu ck. Couldn't use it. Deleted it & then had immediate problems with MapSource. After nights of uninstalling all of it and reinstalling, I took time off from work and contacted Garmin. After digging deep into my computer (over the course of an hour), the tech discovered that the one map I downloaded was the cause of the grief. It was interfering with my (old) version of MapSource. Admittedly, I installed MapSource, ignorant about required updates that also had to be downloaded. Question: I sorely want to dowload topos for my walking enjoyment, but am reluctant to repeat this fiasco. Can anyone shed light on the problem and possible fixes?
Lot of NC maps, which one? What version of MapSource?
The version sent with the unit was 5.0. The map was the only map I saw in the "maps" dropdown. Looked for NC, pulled it up, saw the topo & contours. Made by "Maps4GPS". Don't get me wrong. I highly suspect my own abilities, so I'm not knocking the product, and this website is the best thing going for a rabid walker like me. I just burned my toes and am trying to get started again. Thanks for your time & help!
That map works fine, you want to install your v5, then install the MapSource Update from here:
http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=209
Then install the maps4gps NC TOPO map.
Roger that. I'll probably bone up on how to install & go from there. You guys are great. Hope I can be of some future help. I'll be in touch. Again, thanks!