November 4, 2009 17:26
I'm at a stand still on this at the moment. I was able to download a software upgrade to the Garmin 440s using virtual PC and an SD card to transfer it to the Chartplotter. It loaded without a problem, then the &*#@ thing crashed and froze. The new chartplotter is now in Kansas for repairs.
When it comes back I will try attaching a DB9 plug to the NMEA in and out wires of the 440s. I'll see what happens when I try to transfer routes from GpsNavX through my Keyspan adapter. It has always worked this way with my Garmin 12/76/128 maybe it's as simple as that, I'll see what happens and report it here.
In the meantime my discussions with the Software Customer Service at Garmin have be less than satisfactory. They basically said they don't support Mac users. I was seriously offended and told them as much.
Thanks for the help so far.
Pete
When it comes back I will try attaching a DB9 plug to the NMEA in and out wires of the 440s. I'll see what happens when I try to transfer routes from GpsNavX through my Keyspan adapter. It has always worked this way with my Garmin 12/76/128 maybe it's as simple as that, I'll see what happens and report it here.
In the meantime my discussions with the Software Customer Service at Garmin have be less than satisfactory. They basically said they don't support Mac users. I was seriously offended and told them as much.
Thanks for the help so far.
Pete