How to Update Maps on Magellan

GPS technology has revolutionized travel. Magellan is one of the many vehicle navigation units on the market, and updates can be purchased to make sure your GPS is aware of road improvements and map changes.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Magellan GPS unit
• USB cable
• Windows compatible PC with Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 for XP Service Pack 2
• Internet access

Updating the maps on a Magellan GPS Unit

1. Log in to the Internet and go to the link listed in References as "Magellan FAQ."

2. Click on the first question: "Are map updates available for my vehicle navigation unit?"

3. Find your GPS model on the list and click on the link.

4. Pay for the update online. The update will be shipped to you. Depending on the type of Magellan GPS that you own, it will be sent as a secure digital (SD) card or a DVD.

5. Insert the updated SD card into your GPS unit if the Magellan model you own uses SD cards. If not, plug the GPS unit into your computer using the USB cable, and follow the directions on the DVD. Your GPS is now updated.

References

• Magellan FAQ