Do I need to update the navigator. Map updates from other manufacturers. Program from Navitel

A modern driver or tourist can no longer imagine himself without the use of GPS navigation. One of the most convenient software solutions is software from Navitel. Today we will tell you how to update the Navitel service software on the SD card correctly.

The procedure can be performed in two ways: using the Navitel Navigator Update Center or by updating the software on the memory card using your personal account on the Navitel website. Let's look at these methods in that order.

Method 1: Navitel Navigator Update Center

The official utility for updating program files from Navitel provides the ability to update both the navigation software itself and maps for it.

This method is simple and straightforward, however, on some computers, Navitel Navigator Update Center crashes on startup for unclear reasons. If you encounter such a problem, please refer to the next update option, which is described below.

Method 2: Personal account

A more complex and advanced method, but the most versatile: it can be used to update Navitel on any memory cards.

Connect a memory card with Navitel installed to the computer. Open it and find the file NaviTelAuto_Activation_Key.txt.

Copy it to any place on your hard drive, but try to remember exactly where - we'll need it later.
In case you do not like the installed update, it is a reasonable solution to copy the contents of the card to your computer - such a backup will allow you to roll back to the previous version of the software. After making a backup, delete files from the card.
Visit and log in to your personal account. If you haven't registered yet, now is the time to do so. Don't forget to add the device as well - go to , and follow the instructions on the screen.
In your account, click on "My devices (updates)".

Find your SD card in the list and click "Available Updates".

Download the topmost archive - as a rule, it contains the latest version of the software.

You can also update the maps - scroll the page a little lower, and in the block "Maps for version 9.1.0.0 and higher" download all available.

Unzip the archives with software and maps to the root of your SD card. Then copy the previously saved NaviTelAuto_Activation_Key.txt to it.

Done - software updated. To update the maps, use the standard tools of your device.

As you can see, updating the Navitel software on a memory card is really nothing complicated. Summing up, we also want to once again remind you - use only licensed software!

If you want your navigator to work properly, update it periodically. Every two or three months, visit the manufacturer's website and check if there is anything new for your device. There are alternative programs with which you can also update.

1). If you notice that the navigator often freezes or works intermittently, be sure to update it. An update is also necessary when new cards do not fit the current version of your software. In the first case, you can simply reset the settings and return to the default settings that were installed on your device initially. This method is called SOFT-Reset. Go to the ResidentFlash section and go to JBSA4UI.

2). Open the jbssetting.ini file. You will see the string DefaultSetting=0. Just change "0" to "1". Go to the jbssetting.ini.bak file and follow the same steps. Reboot your device. Open the "Settings" section. Go to the "Info" section. Click on the name Werkseins. A message will appear asking if you want to return to the default settings. Answer positively. After a certain time, your navigator will be restored.

3). There is an alternative way to update the navigator. Almost all major manufacturers of such devices have official websites where you can download updates for maps or the system itself. To update your navigator, download a new program. The procedure for flashing a navigator is no different from flashing a communicator, tablet or smartphone. Download the installation file with the selected program to your computer.

4). Remove the memory card from the device. Insert it into your computer and transfer the downloaded file there. Remove the card again and insert it back into the device. Turn it on. Wait for the window to appear - there should be a prompt to confirm the restoration of the navigator. Do it. When the installation is complete, click the "OK" button. You will see a window with further prompts. Just follow them to immediately set up the navigator.

5) Some firms do not support their users, so they have to look for suitable programs on their own. Keep in mind that if a special program is provided for your navigator, and you try to install other software on it, most likely the device will simply be blocked. Therefore, before installing any program, think carefully.

6). Before installation, format the memory card so that at some point you will not have problems with the operation of the navigation program. The most popular program for navigators is Navitel. Of course, the licensed version is preferable, but you can install the free version as well. If it works well, great, if not, consider purchasing the paid version. Download the navigation program, and, as described above, transfer the contents of the computer folder to the system memory folder of the device itself. Turn on the navigator. The system will prompt you to start the installation process. Follow further prompts.

As you can see, updating the navigator is very simple. Almost the entire process is automated. All you need is to download the installation program from the official website of the manufacturer. If not, download any program you like and update.

It turns out that the data on the map of the navigator is outdated and does not correspond to reality. In such cases, you need to update the GPS navigator map databases. Self-updating the navigator is a fairly simple process that even an unprepared car owner can do on their own. Let's consider this process using the Navitel navigation program as an example.

Updating maps in the Navitel navigator

Navitel is a popular Russian navigation program

You can make changes to the maps yourself and thereby update in three ways:

Update the car navigator through a computer and programs from Navitel (Navitel Navigator Update Center);
Using a computer and the official website of Navitel;
Install the database update on the navigator connected to the Internet.

All these options can be implemented provided that it was purchased in a store and it was equipped with a licensed version of the software from Navitel. If there is no license, then you will have to purchase a license key on the navitel.ru website. Navitel updates maps about once every six months, and you can download and install maps for free. Cards "weigh" quite a lot, so you need to have a fast, stable Internet connection, for example, via Wi-Fi.

The first way to update Navitel on the navigator

Software Navitel Navigator Update Center (NNUC) designed to correct the information contained on the cards. It can be found on navitel.ru and downloaded for free to your personal computer in any convenient folder. Thus, before updating the GPS navigator, you must perform the following sequence of actions:

We install Navitel Navigator Updater following the instructions of the software installer for the Windows operating system.
After the installation is complete, launch the Navitel Navigator Updater program. At the same time, the program automatically scans a new database, in the presence of which it displays a message about the need to install them on the PC.
Click on the Next button and follow all instructions.
To update the car navigator, you need a USB cable to connect the device to a computer, you can also use a memory card. We connect the device to the PC via a cable via the USB connector as a removable disk so that it appears as a flash drive. If the computer does not recognize the navigator as a removable disk, then you need to configure the navigator. In the device settings, you need to find the item associated with a removable disk or USB and check the box next to the "Removable disk" line.
We launch the Navitel Navigator Updater program on the computer, which will automatically search for external equipment. If the equipment is connected correctly, the program will identify the navigation device. We select the available equipment from the presented list and click the "Next" button.
When new changes are detected, NNUC issues a message to update the navigator software to the latest version. To follow this instruction, click "Next". In the event that NNUC does not find the corresponding file in the device's memory, you must manually determine the search path using the "Select" button located near the address of the desired file.
Select the latest version of Navitel Navigator software. If the software replacement is not “burning”, you can update Navitel slowly, at any time when you need to get only new cards, then you should select the “Do not update the application” position.
After the selection of the desired version of the program is made, NNUC will display a message about updating the maps. You should mark the required maps and initiate the "Update" option. In this case, the old cards will be permanently deleted.
If you need to change the version of Navitel in the navigator, then, after selecting the software version, you should click the "Update" option, and NNUC will download the new program and install it in the navigator.
The latest version of the maps will be automatically downloaded.
If you need to download additional maps and update them, you can use the "Other updates" option.
At the end of all procedures, the program is exited by clicking on the “Exit” button.

Finally, you should programmatically disable the external USB memory and disconnect the device from the computer. Thus, the software update is completed and you can start the navigator with new maps.

Video: Navitel update on car GPS navigators

Second way

This method also requires a personal computer with Internet access. To find out how to update the navigator, you should visit the site of the creator of the navigation software navitel.ru.

1. Register and open your user account.

After registering, log in to your account

2. In the "My devices" section, you need to add a new device.

In the "My Devices" section, add a new device.

3. Upon request, enter the license key of your software, which may be in the packing box of the navigator purchased in the store or recorded in the RegistrationKeys.txt file in the device. To find the key in the navigator through the computer, open the removable disk again. In the list under the folders at the end there will be a file "RegistrationKeys.txt". In this file, find the line "Navitel License key =" Copy the value after the = sign and paste it into the desired line.

The navigator itself also stores information about the license key. To find out, open the menu items “Settings” → “Information” → “About the program” in the device. After entering the key, the program checks its legality and, if the result is positive, will turn on the new equipment in your personal account with links to available updates. Click the relevant links.

4. On the page that opens, select the required version of the program that is suitable for your device and maps of the required regions. Make the download of the selected files. Larger maps require a fast Internet connection.

After downloading the files, you need to unpack the archived files and connect the navigator to the computer's USB port via a special cable from the kit. The Windows 7 operating system of the computer will automatically identify the external device and display a message about loading the necessary drivers and programs.

For security reasons, you should copy the Navitel folder from the Navigator menu to a personal computer so that you can restore the device to its previous operation if the updated program does not work on it or works worse than the previous version. Next, delete all information in this folder, except for the files NavitelAuto_Activation_Ket.txt or Registration_Key.txt.
Transfer the modified version of the program to it. If necessary, you can update the files using activation keys.
Define folders containing navigation maps. In this case, our search route is as follows - ResidentFlash / NavitelContent / Maps. Other manufacturers of software for navigators will have different names for the files. For security purposes, it is recommended that you save your old maps to your computer so that you can restore them in case the installation of new maps fails.
After that, you need to upload all the files downloaded from the Internet with new maps to the navigator folder. Since they are large, the copying process may take a long time.
The updated program installed on the device and new navigation maps must be checked for efficiency and correct operation. Start navigation mode and watch the mode work out. The first time a new program will run longer than usual due to the re-registration of all modified cards. So it is advisable to update Navitel maps every six months. More frequent updates are ineffective, as they will contain very few changes that will be almost imperceptible to users.

Third way

The easiest way to upgrade. Keep in mind that updates take up a lot of space and time

Consider how to update the navigator without using a PC using the device itself, which has Internet access. To do this, you need to know that the amount of traffic can take more than 300 MB. The procedure is as follows:

Turn on the device in the "Navitel Navigator" mode and select in the "My Navitel - My Products" menu those maps for which there are updates available on the Internet.
When you click on the names of these maps, the system displays an update message. Confirm this action by pressing the "Yes" button. This will download the new version of the maps to your device.

Updating Garmin

Just like the Navitel, you can update the Garmin navigator yourself using the garmin.ru website. In order to update Garmin you will need:

Turn on the device in navigation mode and in the "Maps" section, click on the option "Update maps for free". Follow the instructions of the system that will offer to download the program from the Internet.
The downloaded program will automatically identify the maps, scan for updates, and offer to download available new maps. With strict adherence to the instructions, the entire process runs smoothly and ends effectively.

To update your Garmin navigator, you need to consider the following nuances:

older Garmin models may not have new maps available;
on some models of the navigator, there may not be enough memory to download updates. Therefore, in such devices, you need to use additional microSD cards for recording maps.

Internet connection required. Considering the size of the map files, it is recommended to use a Wi-Fi connection.

Run Navitel Navigator on your device and select Menu > My Navitel > Updates.
Click Update All.
In the opened window Information a detailed description of the maps will be presented.
Click Refresh and confirm the download of maps.

Map update using PC

This method is not intended for iPhone/iPad and devices running Windows Phone 7.x.

Before installing map updates, update the program to the latest version according to the instructions and update activation file according to instructions .

Log in to your personal account on the NAVITEL ® website. Select the section My devices (updates) and in the column Refresh tables select Available updates.
A list of updates available under purchased and activated licenses will open.

If the device you want to update is not added to the list of devices in your personal account, you need to add it.

Select a map compatible with the version of Navitel Navigator installed on your device.
Click Download to the right of the map name.
Save the file .nm7 on PC.
Connect your navigation device or memory card to your PC.
Delete all map files from maps folder (by default \NavitelContent\Maps\).

Attention! After deleting the files, the map data will not be available for work in the program. To continue working with maps, you need to install their latest versions. Removing old maps is necessary, since maps of old and new versions may not be compatible, which can lead to an error in the program.

Save the downloaded file to your maps folder (default \NavitelContent\Maps\).
Disconnect the device from the PC and run the program Navitel Navigator on the device. The program will automatically update the atlas.

One of the useful devices in the car is the navigator. Thanks to him, you can find any necessary place in an unfamiliar city. Only it has one inconvenient property - it requires periodic updating of the navigator. But not everyone knows how to update the navigator, and we'll talk about this.

Popular navigator models

Many models of devices are popular among motorists, let's focus on some.

Prestigio geovision 5500

The device of this brand is considered the top model in the sales line. The most modern maps are installed here for use in the navigation program.

Explay

Navigators of this brand are distinguished by their functionality. In addition to accurate navigation, they offer full multimedia.

Prology iMap

The navigator is equipped with a touch screen. A huge amount of memory allows you to host navigation applications without using external media. Updating the Prology navigator will not be too difficult.

Lexand

The products of the Russian trademark have an excellent design and high quality of the internal filling. It meets all the requirements that apply to navigation devices.

texted

Taking into account the experience and requests of users, Texted specialists have developed a navigator model with a built-in video recorder and camera. They created a real automotive integrated system.

How to update the navigator program yourself?

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Navigation programs and maps are usually included with the devices. For each program, a certain type of them has been developed. Sometimes in the standard set you may not find information about other regions. How to install maps on the navigator? Experts offer to purchase their licensed version on their resource. You can use the free amateur version, versions of which can be found on the Internet.

Installing and updating navigation from the official resource will not be difficult. Developer websites contain full information about this.

How to install an unofficial version of maps on the navigator yourself?

There is no technical support when using this type of maps, as they are made by ordinary Internet users. They are taken from the available geographical maps of different areas and regions.

To update the maps of the navigator, they must fit the format of his program with the condition of its support to the addition of such information. Maps created by the OpenStreetMap41 website are in demand among users of car navigation systems.

Installing an unofficial version is a rather risky business. First, a copy of the information taken from the navigator is made on the computer. And only after that it is recommended to do the installation. To ensure complete protection of the software and not to doubt its performance, it is better to buy licensed cards.

Navitel maps: how to install via computer

If a licensed navitel gps-map is connected to the navigator, it must be connected to the computer system unit and go to the navitel.ru resource. There is a code on the back of the navigator. With it, make a personal registration of your device. Having successfully passed this procedure, the site will provide new available information. After downloading it, carry out the procedure for updating the navigator.

To update maps in navitel by an unofficial method, you need to download them on the OpenStreetMap website, following the instructions:

Connect the device to the software. But if the carrier of program information is a flash card, it is removed and further work is done with it by opening it on a computer.
To avoid conflicts between licensed and third-party cards, a folder must be created on the flash drive where information regarding third-party cards will be stored.
Using User Maps, create another one, where the maps necessary for adding to the atlas of the program will be placed.
This is where their files are copied.
Return the flash card to its place.
In the "Navitel-Navigator" window, activate "Open Atlas".
At the bottom of the menu that opens, there is a folder icon. It is used when work is underway on a new atlas.
We find it, and activate it with a mouse click, go to the "Create Atlas" menu. When indexing is completed and the process of creating a new atlas is completed, we confirm the installation.

The program for updating the navigator was successfully carried out.

Garmin nuvi maps: how to upgrade for free

This procedure is carried out using the program MapSource. A licensed program is not required. To update the gps-navigator, you need to go through several steps:

In the information data of the Garmin website, find a program whose name is MapSource, and then download it to your computer. Go in turn to the sections Support, Software and at the end of the Mapping Programs.
To unpack the archive, a new folder is required, and the MSMAIN.msi file must be running.
It also starts the Setup.exe file.
Confirm the installation with a mouse click.

Download the Garmin maps required for use.

To unpack the archive of maps, use the folders created separately.
Run the INSTALL file in the computer registry. This step is required for each card.
In the running MapSource program, we find maps.
Their list can be seen in the corner of the program on the left.
Using a special button, activate them.
If a file with the IMG extension is used, information is transferred to the program after connecting the device or its flash card to the system unit.

The formation of a new gmapsupp.img file occurs at boot time. This will cause the source code to be overwritten.

If the device contains old information, before updating the navigator and uploading, the source must be given a different name from the extension.

Autosatellite Maps

If there is a need in the navigator to update Autosatellite maps, you should turn to OpenStreetMap. They are added to the program file, just like with a license, skipping the registration step. Then the archive is unpacked and the information is transferred to the Maps folder.

Is it possible to change the maps of the navigation program of one developer to others on my own?

If the client is not satisfied with the quality of the navigation programs installed on the device, he can change the software and update the maps on the navigator, taking into account some exceptions and features.

Can navigation programs from different developers be combined?

Manufacturers have installed on some of their devices the ability to use programs if you use a special program (alternative shell). A copy of it is in the internal memory data or on a flash drive.

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The necessary information regarding this procedure can be found on the infovek website.

Each car enthusiast can use the program they like and update the navigation in the car by installing it both in the official way and in the amateur version.