i just bought a garmin zumo 550. my question is, can i edit maps on my pc, pick out the routes and maps, and etc. like i do with my mapstreets program. then move it to the garmin as a route or favorite and use it on the unit.

gd

 

I believe that you can. I recently installed my 550 and was told that you can create and modify routes with the software that came with the 550 but I haven't tried it yet.

you might go to http://www.zumoforums.com and look around as they have answers to most every question I've had so far.

Jim

 

You can absolutely do that using the supplied MapSource software. It works great!

 

i tried to download mapsource and even though my unit is unlocked according to my garmin site i still get an error message that it could not find any map source products installed.

 

Best site to learn how to use the Zumo is here,
http://www.zumoforums.com/index.php?board=2.0

 

Mapsource is a fairly powerful tool, but it is far from intuitive. You will need to peruse the Zumo forum for awhile to get familiar with it.

You can certainly create routes and download them to your unit.

 

Load Mapsource from the supplied DVD to your computer, & enter your unlock code (on the yellow card in the paper work with the Zumo). Create routes, waypoints, etc., & download to the Zumo via the supplied USB cable. To download, plug the Zumo into the USB cable (port is on the bottom under the cover), wait for Zumo to go into "mass data" mode, select the download icon from the tool bar on Mapsource & wait for your computer to find the Zumo as a removable drive. Click "ok" & watch it load. After downloading is complete Zumo will tell you it has new data. You must tell it to keep it or delete it. Pretty self explanitory if you take it a step at a time. PM me if I can help.............

 

Angelina78, Had the same problem with my Z550 kept telling me device was not available. Called thier tech support, took about a 1/2 hr but they walk me thru a software issue,their problem. Works perfect now, would not be able to fix on your own without tech help. call 1-800-800-1020. They guy I had was great.