NAV updates?

x5mad · 12-24-2009, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by cozza

Apparently version 15 comes out very soon, and will cost around $400-$500. A bit rich in my mind.

Can anyone see any reason why the Navigation CD couldn't be burned? That way the cost could be split...

Very easy to back up so in theory if you get a few to split the cost would be less of a hit. pm me if you need details on how to backup

SimonB · 12-25-2009, 02:32 AM

The resultant disc that I created was indeed the BMW Pro NAV disc. However, it's unusable to me - I didn't realise it was the European version, no Australian maps present.

Happy to share the costs with others, if someone gets the upgrade let me know. I'm not paying $500+ for it. Typical greed strikes again, if it was $100-$200, I'd probably buy it, but now they're going to lose a sale and possible encourage piracy because someone's wanting to line their pockets.

dale_bel · 12-27-2009, 06:07 PM

I am using the BMW portable one which can updates by myself on Internet n it free n I can update any new building or camera zone, which are simple n ezy

SimonB · 12-28-2009, 02:26 AM

Thanks dale bel but mine is built into the car and I aren't about to buy another. If needs be, I'll just put up with the 2008 version until I upgrade the wheels.

oz125 · 12-30-2009, 06:17 AM

ok, so dumb question from a BM newb until my 125 gets here, the business nav (which I ordered) uses the DVD drive, and the pro uses HDD?

If thats the case, then I should definately expect a dvd with the car when it gets here (march). I can let you know the version if thread is still alive then.

good idea to back disk up, and store orig.

DTNJNQ · 12-30-2009, 06:39 AM

I also have a back up copy I use in the car. My original disk case has a sticker with my car's vin. I assumed that each disk may be specific for that vin only however, this may not be the case. Would be good to try someone else's copy disk to confirm whether it works.

SimonB · 12-30-2009, 08:55 AM

oz125, don't know about the '09 versions, but the '08 versions both used DVD drive - just different discs.

DTNJNO, happy to send you a copy of mine if you want to try it (PM me with an address), but I suspect that was just management by the dealer to make sure the right client got the right disc. I can't see each disc being authored differently. A logistical nightmare. They're just trusting that we don't share discs. The European version that fell into my lap worked fine, if I wanted to drive to Europe, there just wasn't any Oz data on it, unfortunately.

DTNJNQ · 12-30-2009, 03:55 PM

SimonB thanks however, I have the business nav and don't think your Pro disc will work on mine.

x5mad · 01-03-2010, 04:58 AM

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Originally Posted by DTNJNQ

I also have a back up copy I use in the car. My original disk case has a sticker with my car's vin. I assumed that each disk may be specific for that vin only however, this may not be the case. Would be good to try someone else's copy disk to confirm whether it works.

I can confirm that it is not tied to your VIN, as another poster said it is just to tie it to the customer.

Also I can confirm that another DVD from a different car will work provided it is being used in the same type of navigation unit. Loan cars are a good way to test this..... and erm FYI.. an E60 DVD will work in an E70.... so I heard ..ahem

12-25-2009, 02:32 AM	#24
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dale_bel New Member 2 Rep 13 Posts Drives: AW 125i M Sport Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	I am using the BMW portable one which can updates by myself on Internet n it free n I can update any new building or camera zone, which are simple n ezy __________________ Love my car 125i
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SimonB 135 to 335 M Sport to X3 30d M Sport 164 Rep 1,788 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 30d, optioned up! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Perth, Western Australia iTrader: (0)	Thanks dale bel but mine is built into the car and I aren't about to buy another. If needs be, I'll just put up with the 2008 version until I upgrade the wheels. __________________ 2018 X3 30d, Carbon Black Metallic, M Sport Package, Panorama glass sunroof, Lumbar support, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Ambient Lightning, Harmon Kardon Surround Sound , Dynamic Damper Control
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oz125 Private First Class 2 Rep 118 Posts Drives: AW 125M sport convertible Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: down under iTrader: (0)	ok, so dumb question from a BM newb until my 125 gets here, the business nav (which I ordered) uses the DVD drive, and the pro uses HDD? If thats the case, then I should definately expect a dvd with the car when it gets here (march). I can let you know the version if thread is still alive then. good idea to back disk up, and store orig.
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DTNJNQ Captain 110 Rep 994 Posts Drives: M2, 135i, Xclass Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [8.66]	I also have a back up copy I use in the car. My original disk case has a sticker with my car's vin. I assumed that each disk may be specific for that vin only however, this may not be the case. Would be good to try someone else's copy disk to confirm whether it works.
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12-30-2009, 08:55 AM	#29
SimonB 135 to 335 M Sport to X3 30d M Sport 164 Rep 1,788 Posts Drives: 2018 X3 30d, optioned up! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Perth, Western Australia iTrader: (0)	oz125, don't know about the '09 versions, but the '08 versions both used DVD drive - just different discs. DTNJNO, happy to send you a copy of mine if you want to try it (PM me with an address), but I suspect that was just management by the dealer to make sure the right client got the right disc. I can't see each disc being authored differently. A logistical nightmare. They're just trusting that we don't share discs. The European version that fell into my lap worked fine, if I wanted to drive to Europe, there just wasn't any Oz data on it, unfortunately. __________________ 2018 X3 30d, Carbon Black Metallic, M Sport Package, Panorama glass sunroof, Lumbar support, Instrument panel in Sensatec, Ambient Lightning, Harmon Kardon Surround Sound , Dynamic Damper Control
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DTNJNQ Captain 110 Rep 994 Posts Drives: M2, 135i, Xclass Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 135i [8.66]	SimonB thanks however, I have the business nav and don't think your Pro disc will work on mine.
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