Importance of upgrading your Magellan software

An oft recurring question arises on how to download maps to a Magellan GPS. Like any other
technology stack, the Magellan GPS needs to be updated periodically for it to be able to run
optimally. The benefits of running upgrades includes the device to run faster; addition of new areas
and update on the mapping scenarios. It is especially important to be up to date since the maps of
the world are constantly changing. Existing roads may be closed off and new routes might crop up
from time to time. If a user is running on an older version, they risk of getting lost. Upgrades also
allow smoother real-time navigation since the map does not need to download maps on the go.

How to Update a Magellan GPS

Before running an upgrade, it is advisable to fully charge your device so that the downloading
process does not get bogged down midway. Keep the charger connected to the device in any case.
Connect to a high-speed internet connection so that the download can happen uninterrupted. As a
pre requisite, the Magellan content manager needs to be downloaded as this content manager is the
primary application to cater for the system maintenance. In order to be able to receive timely
updates register on the Magellan portal i.e. www magellan gps com support

Follow the below instructions for magellan gps update

1. Open the web browser and navigate to the Magellan website smartgps eco

2. Under the “downloads” tab, click the content manager (www magellan gps com content
manager)

3. Download the file onto the computer system and install

4. Connect the GPS device with the system via the USB port

5. Click the “check for updates” button and the device will communicate with the content manager
on the system to check if there are any recent updates.

6. If a new update is available and applicable, click on it to enable the installation

7. The device will run installation sequence and inform that the updates have been made
successfully.

8. In case an upgrade to the software in your magellan roadmate update is needed the device will
prompt for it

9, Upon completion of installation the device will restart itself

How do I use my Magellan GPS or Magellan TRX7

Once the Magellan GPS is updated and ready to be used, use the below procedure to use the GPS to
reach the desired destination.

1. Long press the power button until the GPS turns on

2. Make a selection of the required language, the region and the time zone. The menu can be
scrolled thought via the arrow keys

3. The GPS device may take some to home in on the signal and start receiving. There may be some
hindrance in mountainous terrain, bridges or tunnels. A good idea is to move the device to as much
of an open space as possible. When the location starts showing up on screen it means that the signal
has been acquired and that the device is ready to be used.

4. Use the search bar to input the location of the destination. Try using as accurate spelling as
possible as the engine matches the locations based on keyword matches. Hit enter upon input.

5. The tentative route will pull up on screen. Based on how far the location is the estimated distance
and expected time will show up as well.

6. The icon will show the direction where one is pointing to and navigation can begin