BimmerNav

[GSEN820]

I was searching for new DVD map for my car. I did a google search and came across bimmer nav.

I looks legit anyone do this upgrade????

I figure 50 bucks I am going to give it a shot. I thought I would ask

[kayger12]

I used bmwnav.net for 2011 maps and a firmware upgrade. $49 for both map discs and the firmware upgrade.

Just be aware that if you're not running the latest firmware version, the new maps will cause your Nav to lock up.

Ask me how I know.

[danewilson77]

I used bmwnav.net for 2011 maps and a firmware upgrade. $49 for both map discs and the firmware upgrade.

Just be aware that if you're not running the latest firmware version, the new maps will cause your Nav to lock up.

Ask me how I know.

How do you know?

Droid + Tapatalk = FTW!

[kayger12]

Right on cue, lol.

[Marcus-SanDiego]

I missed the drum roll after Dane said that. Sorry.

[danewilson77]

Hehe...

Droid + Tapatalk = FTW!

[GSEN820]

Is it your Yoda like senses that force just told you about bimmernav?????


Haha

Thanks for the heads up I will check all that out today to make sure before buying.

[johnrando]

I upgraded my maps and s/w. IIRC, bimmernav is just for the s/w, not the actual maps. I bought my maps from someone online, just search and you'll find a few. The site I bought from doesn't exist anymore. Also check out xoutpost.com and the thread below for more info. FYI, you can buy the maps from BMW but they are expensive.

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=785666&highlight=update+nav

BTW, you can do the s/w upgrade yourself for free, I have the S/W CD you can borrow if you want.

[GSEN820]

I am going to have a friend perform upgrade for me. I will keep the 2009.1 Map.

Keep it simple for now

[bullfrogs_M3]

XOutpost.com usually has a burnable (ie: free download/burn) for our navs. Plus with the downloadable versions you can "hack" the firmware. You can change the initial screen image, eliminate the "accept" button press, etc..

Ask me how I know?

[DESANT]

Read this:
http://www.xoutpost.com/electronics/navigation-system/76740-do-not-buy-bmwnav-net.html

[GSEN820]

Classic. I actually did not buy this as it sounded too good to be true.

Thank you for the heads up, I did get a kick out of the email that was sent back. WOW is all I have to say about this company.

Will be going to dealer for updated disc.

[kayger12]

Read this:
http://www.xoutpost.com/electronics/navigation-system/76740-do-not-buy-bmwnav-net.html

Guess I got lucky. My firmware upgrade and maps all have worked perfectly.

Beats the hell out of the $500 it would have cost me from the stealer.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[GSEN820]

Kayger you did the bmwnav.net route?

[danewilson77]

I don't wanna answer for him...but...see post #2.

[SureShot434]

i want a nav in my car and i have seen the ones that you can buy and was wondering what is ur guys opinion on which one to get for my 2001 325i

[danewilson77]

i want a nav in my car and i have seen the ones that you can buy and was wondering what is ur guys opinion on which one to get for my 2001 325i

Get the Dynavin unit WIll.

http://www.umnitza.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=0&products_id=5823

[SureShot434]

oki where is the best place to get it from?

[SureShot434]

Get the Dynavin unit WIll.

http://www.umnitza.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=0&products_id=5823



:facepalm

"face palm"

I did not see the link.......its been a long day haha

[danewilson77]

:facepalm

"face palm"

I did not see the link.......its been a long day haha

Hehe...it's ok brutha. My grace is overflowing.

[SureShot434]

thank u Dane....within the next month or two i will be getting a very very nice raise at work and will be doing lots of mods hehe :roundel

[danewilson77]

thank u Dane....within the next month or two i will be getting a very very nice raise at work and will be doing lots of mods hehe :roundel

Oooo..this is then the beginning of a teaser thread. I demand a new thread, with all of your upcoming plans! Hurry!

[SureShot434]

Oooo..this is then the beginning of a teaser thread. I demand a new thread, with all of your upcoming plans! Hurry!

wilco...im gonna eat real quick cause dinner is ready and then i will make this thread :) i will try to hurry lol

[kayger12]

Kayger you did the bmwnav.net route?

Sorry for the delayed response-

Yes, I used them. No problems and very happy with the end result.

The firmware upgrade solved my freezing screen issue, the maps are updated and accurate, and I got the new welcome screen (which you can apparently program yourself with info readily available on the net).

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[tomjonesrocks]

I just upgraded to V32 (the unmodded version) and purchased one of those Tele Atlas burns (2011.1) for my maps. Instantly things look better as maps are now anti-aliased, etc.

How do you enable the perspective mode though? I don't see the option.

Thanks.

[johnrando]

I did it, but I don't recall. I'll look it up.

[kayger12]

From my review thread:



The new Perspective view is a welcome improvement over the flat-map style of the older firmware version.

For those with nav, I learned about some things I didn't know while doing the upgrade, specifically the existence of a service menu for the nav system.

To access it, go to the Menu screen, select settings, and then press and hold menu for 6-8 seconds. The service screen will now be displayed.

There are some options for sensor check, wheel sensor, GPS satellites, and gyro.

This menu is also where you enable the perspective view.


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[tomjonesrocks]

Thanks! Got it.

[johnrando]

Came back to post the results and I see KG came through again. Thanks Keith!

[kayger12]

Came back to post the results and I see KG came through again. Thanks Keith!

Haha, anytime my friend.

Droid X. Tapatalk. Use it.

[danewilson77]

Came back to post the results and I see KG came through again. Thanks Keith!

He has an "S" on his chest.