How to get and install updates for Zumo 660 GPS on RT Limited?

[Gunner 02]

I'm looking for how to get the updates and then install them on my wife's 2011 RT Limited. We purchased the Spyder used and only have the Zumo and the mount no cables or support manuals. I don't see a way to connect to a computer for downloading updates and tried to link via bluetooth but don't see how to do updates via the bluetooth link.

Any suggestions?

Thank you,

 

[whiteyron]

Garmin

I'm looking for how to get the updates and then install them on my wife's 2011 RT Limited. We purchased the Spyder used and only have the Zumo and the mount no cables or support manuals. I don't see a way to connect to a computer for downloading updates and tried to link via bluetooth but don't see how to do updates via the bluetooth link.

Any suggestions?

Thank you,

If you have the same unit as on my 2013 RT Ltd, you need to remove the battery cover on the unit to access the outlet.

 

[Bob Denman]

Yup! Get a copy of "Garmin Express" on your computer first...
When you notice that updates are available; just plug in your GPS to the computer, and wait for the smoke to clear...

 

[mcpjan]

I'm looking for how to get the updates and then install them on my wife's 2011 RT Limited. We purchased the Spyder used and only have the Zumo and the mount no cables or support manuals. I don't see a way to connect to a computer for downloading updates and tried to link via bluetooth but don't see how to do updates via the bluetooth link.

Any suggestions?

Thank you,

once you remove the battery cover on the back of the Zumo 660 you will see a USB port and a slot for SD Memory card. You will need a USB cable. You can take your Zumo 660 to any store that sells cables and find one that fits. It is one of the standard size cables so you may already have one that will work. PM me if you have any questions.

 

[billybovine]

The folks above got you covered. Get Garmin Express. Plug into your computer using mini usb cable.

Since it is a 2011 it will not have come with lifetime maps, but the previous owner may have bought it. If you decide to buy the Garmin lifetime maps it is usually cheaper to get it from Amazon or gpscity.com

The Spyder Dealer File will be way out of date. See link to update that. http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?64874-New-dealer-list-for-Garmin-GPS

 

[Indyron]

This is scary, a legitimate question and helpful answers.

 

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: Oops...

 

[Gunner 02]

If you have the same unit as on my 2013 RT Ltd, you need to remove the battery cover on the unit to access the outlet.

I've looked at the GPS unit it is sealed so I don't know where a battery cover would be, is it the small rubber flap I'm the end?

 

[Bob Denman]

It's not sealed...
YOu should see a slide release on the bottom of it...
Slide it!

That'll relase the battery box cover (Left side of the unit), and the Mini USB connector port is up near the top...

 

[Ben Burped]

One last thing.

There is a very valuable option for your Garmin called the Safety Camera Database. This puts the location of all speed safety cameras and red light safety cameras in your Garmin and if you have the headsets , it puts that information in your ears. This comes in the form of a yearly subscription that may be updated as desired. I can't hear my Passport telling me about the speed cameras in my area but I do hear the reminder in my ears from my Garmin. Consider it.

 

[ThreeWheels]

http://static.garmincdn.com/pumac/zumo_660_OM_EN.pdf

Above is a link to the entire manual.
Below is page 7 which shows the layout of the device
I hope this helps.

 

[billybovine]

Links

When you install Garmin Express in your computer you will have links to all manuals and guides. See below circled in red.

 

[Orange Spyder Man]

I have the 660 Zumo that came with my new 2014 RT... is there a setting to set the N - S - E - W ? according to the arrow when my bike screen shows due north... my Zumo shows due south ... any ideas ?

thanks

 

[Gray Ghost]

I have the 660 Zumo that came with my new 2014 RT... is there a setting to set the N - S - E - W ? according to the arrow when my bike screen shows due north... my Zumo shows due south ... any ideas ?

thanks

Yes there is a way to set the display to show the direction you are heading as the top of the screen or to show north as the top of the screen.