Garmin software on Apple Mac?????

[TerryM]

Does anyone know if and how the software maybe run on Mac please?

[Slimie]

Originally Posted by TerryM

Does anyone know if and how the software maybe run on Mac please?

Virtual PC, AFAIK.

[Gizmo]

Don't even go there, I just tried this using Virtual PC and it works up until you try to connect the GPS and transfer maps. It will not recognize the GPS. When I called Garmin they said their units are not designed to work with Mac's even with Virtual PC on board. I did some investigating and it seems the problem is that Mac's use USB for the mouse and keyboard and this creates a conflict. I ended up using an old PC laptop I had to make use of the software and my GPS, just hope it keeps working. This is a sad story with Garmin and really has my feathers ruffled. Sorry I cannot be more optimistic.

[RocketJohn]

Originally Posted by Gizmo

Don't even go there, I just tried this using Virtual PC and it works up until you try to connect the GPS and transfer maps. It will not recognize the GPS. When I called Garmin they said their units are not designed to work with Mac's even with Virtual PC on board. I did some investigating and it seems the problem is that Mac's use USB for the mouse and keyboard and this creates a conflict. I ended up using an old PC laptop I had to make use of the software and my GPS, just hope it keeps working. This is a sad story with Garmin and really has my feathers ruffled. Sorry I cannot be more optimistic.

I thought people that used Apples drove VWs and rode bicycles...

[Tim]

Although I have seen reports from someone on AdvRider that he was able to use Virtual PC with his Garmin, I tried and failed Had to go out and get a used PC just for Garmin work.

[TerryM]

Thank you all, that will save me some heartache failing to make it work.


Perhaps I will install the PC in my VW camper and the GPSMap 276C on my bicycle then dream about getting a motorcycle when my hormone levels improve!

[bigmizzle]

Originally Posted by RocketJohn

I thought people that used Apples drove VWs and rode bicycles...

and sometimes they RIDE BMW'S and sometimes they ride bicycles

are you trying to stereotype someone?

[knary]

Originally Posted by RocketJohn

I thought people that used Apples drove VWs and rode bicycles...

And I thought people that used PC's got all whiney and pompous whenever someone says they use a Mac.

[Crossmojonation]

Originally Posted by TerryM

Does anyone know if and how the software maybe run on Mac please?

Actually you might not be in as big a hole as you think.
Check out this thread and you may find some helpful info. Using GPS and Mac

[sakurama]

GPSCity has a petition page that you should take some time to sign just to help put the pressure on the manufacturers.

That and you should email Garmin: mobile@garmin.com

It can only help...

[Bayou Boy]

I just used my G4 Powerbook with VirtualPC everyday on an 8 day trip to reload maps to my GPS V with a serial/USB connector. Took like 40 minutes to upload but worked like a champ. If you don't have 40 minutes every night while eating or drinking beer or something, your trip is way to tight on time.

[sakurama]

The issue is USB only GPS units which can't upload maps through VPC. Units that are serial can use a serial to USB and suffer VPC but USB only can't - I've tried. Garmins protocol for USB is too messed up.

[Gizmo]

Originally Posted by Bayou Boy

I just used my G4 Powerbook with VirtualPC everyday on an 8 day trip to reload maps to my GPS V with a serial/USB connector. Took like 40 minutes to upload but worked like a champ. If you don't have 40 minutes every night while eating or drinking beer or something, your trip is way to tight on time.

How did you do this, I do not care about the time I would just like to ba able to do it? The computer (Virtual PC) nor Map Source recognizes my Garmin 276C.

[sakurama]

You won't be able to upload maps onto the 276c on a Mac. No workaround. There is a program that can get tracks and waypoints back and forth but your only option is a PC. That's it. I'd love to be wrong so perhaps someone has done it but even Garmin will tell you you will need a PC to upload maps.

[dyvking]

Originally Posted by TerryM

Does anyone know if and how the software maybe run on Mac please?

You will have way less frustration if you just go buy a cheap used USB PC. That's what I did, and I'm happy for it. I picked up an eMachines box and a KVM switch that let's me use my keyboard/video/mouse from my mac on the PC and I was good to go.

I also have a 276C, and even the old eMachines loads routes and waypoints in seconds via USB. You should be able to find a suitable machine for not much more than the cost of VPC software.