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Garmin Mobile XT "install works"

Hi,

just to mention one thing ... I never used Garmin befor and have no Ambitions to do so in future.

I never had experienced ActiveSync-Problems with my HD.

As i have seen this ... i thought i'll give it a try ;):

So i searched this thread (you won't believe ... Search really works :p) for more information and found a link to Garmin

http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3389

Ok let us see what happens:

1. Downloaded GarminMobileXTforWindowsMobile_50020w.exe

2. Read "Notes":

The Garmin Mobile XT for Windows Mobile software is designed for use on Microsoft Windows Mobile Pocket PC and Smartphone devices.

^Touch HD with Duttys 3.9 ... should fit

You must have a previous version of the XT software installed on your SD card to have all of the help files, voice files and basemap files. These are not included with this update.

^As said befor ... never used and never will use ... just a Test.

During installation, you will be prompted to turn on your GPS device.

^Yepp it's on.

A minimum card size of 256 MB is recommended for Garmin Mobile XT software with maps.

^Ok first time a card (not device) has been mentioned ... >5 GB free on SD Card ... lets go.

If you have previously installed the Garmin Que for Pocket PC application, you must uninstall Garmin Que before installing the Garmin Mobile XT application.

^Did i already said that i never used it.

If you are updating from version 4.10.40 or earlier, you may encounter a new input screen the first time you start the application after the update. If you have a Garmin GPS receiver, select the appropriate link to connect to the receiver.

^Did i already said that i never used it. But i like "Input Screens" :p

3. Klick on

View installation instructions and system requirements

and it got me to "Installation Instructions":

As with any software update, you should always create a backup of the data on your device before beginning. Please see the information provided in the user manual for your device for more information.

^Done

Close all open applications on your device.

^Done

Insert the SD/CF card with the previous Garmin Mobile XT version files into your device. All files required for the application update will be copied to the SD/CF card.

^Did i already said that i never used it.

Connect your device to your PC via USB. Ensure ActiveSync is running and connected.

^Done. ActiveSync Mode selected at Popup!

To begin the SD/CF card setup, select the 'Download' link found on this web page.

^Done

Select to 'Run' or 'Save' the file. Selecting 'Run' will immediately launch the install program. Selecting 'Save', will save the file to your PC and require you to launch the install program from the saved location.

^Done

Follow the directions provided when running the downloaded program and directions provided on the device display to complete the application update.

^OK it's a WinZip-Self-Extractor ... Setup klicked!

(see Garmin1.jpg)

^"(Windows Mobile)Storage Card" selected => Install

^Files beeing copyed

(see Garmin2.jpg)

New Window on PC

(see Garmin3.jpg)

And a little nice Window on Modile Device ... (Question is "Do you want to install Garmin...?" so clicked Yes)

(see Mobile1.jpg)

License Agreement confirmed with "I Agree" (no pic)

Installation successfull finished. Do you want to start Garmin? => So what ... cklicked YES again

(see Mobil2.jpg)

Garmin starts and shows (see Mobile3.jpg)

Well if i tap now onto Start "Gratistest" (Test for free) it tries to connect to the Server and can't connect.

But as i already said once or twice ... I'm not gonna use it.

You will need to keep the SD/CF card inserted in your device for the voice, help and basemap files. This SD/CF card can also be used to hold your detailed maps.

^As i'm not interested in Garmin ... I'm not gonna buy maps, voices or whatever.

After completing these steps, verify the update was successful by going to Settings -> About within the Garmin Mobile XT application.

Just to make a long story short ...

No ActiveSync related Problems found!!

Garmin Mobile XT installs just suberb!!

It wasn't my goal to disturb anyone here ... just wanted to know what the talk is about :D

@Dutty: I think we can close this X-File :cool: