Garmin MapSource 2008 Topographical U.S. Map DVD-Rom by Garmin
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Digital camera reviews of Garmin MapSource 2008 Topographical U.S. Map DVD-Rom
Digital camera Review: GPS Software
Summary: 3 Stars
I have to say that I am NOT pleased with the Garmin Topo US 100K software. I cannot get it to install properly on my computers and I have not been able to use it yet. I've e-mailed Garmin and they say to call in . . . their call-in times are during the day and hard for me to make contact with them. I guess once I get some time to call in, maybe I'll be happier. Right now I am not impressed.Digital camera Review: Garmin 2008 software
Summary: 2 Stars
I was concerned about the 2008 Garmin edition of MapSource Topo. I have the previous edition. Apparently they have not updated the map detail in keeping with the regular updates done by the USGS. I called National Geographic about their Topo!GPS maps USA that are on a state by state basis but are 1:24,000 and are very detailed. You cannot transfer these maps to any Garmin unit as Garmin is very proprietary. You can transfer waypoints and POI's but not the maps. However National Geographic told me they have just completed arrangements with Magellan that will allow transfer of their 7.5 maps to the new Triton GPS that will become availabe in the near future. So their is still hope for better mapping but this will require purchase of a Magellan unit.
LJB
Digital camera Review: Garmin MapSource TOPO 2008 DVD
Summary: 3 Stars
I have a Garmin Vista C. Software is very easy to use. Thought the software would of had more details. Not much different from my older version :(Digital camera Review: Garmin MapSource Topo U.S. 2008
Summary: 5 Stars
I have the Garmin Vista C, with the earlier version Mapsource software. I found the new 2008 a real plus. I drove from Nevada to Ohio, used my laptop and my Garmin together. It is simple to use and is accurate, go for it. I can't wait to use some of the other features.Digital camera Review: Garmin MapSource Topo U.S. 2008
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a very nice product, but it needs to have the ability to follow the road. The other two maps I have allow you to create routes that will follow the road or trail, but not this map. I find that is a very useful feature and miss it when it is not available.