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Sat Nav - firmware update
Posted: Tue Oct 28, 2014 2:30 pm
by centurion
hiya,
I'm pretty sure this topic had been discussed several times but I was wondering as I'm running SW v4-1/42 on my '04 (facelift) X53 could someone confirm if that is the latest and can it be upgraded [with instructions on How to...]? O:-)
Cheers...
Re: Sat Nav - firmware update
Posted: Wed Oct 29, 2014 8:43 am
by Moments
I believe you are using version 24.1, released November 2004. The latest and greatest for the DVD nav is V32, which will show 4-1/00 when upgraded.
To upgrade, you need a V32 disk, which you insert into the drive with ignition 1 and drivers door open. Then be very patient for about 5-10 minutes (depending how good your disk drive is).
Re: Sat Nav - firmware update
Posted: Wed Oct 29, 2014 4:27 pm
by centurion
cheers... I have found couple websites to d'load the version and will give it a go tonight.
As for maps, up to what version is supported on v32? e.g. can I use 2013/4 DVD maps with 2004 sat nav on v32
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Re: Sat Nav - firmware update
Posted: Wed Oct 29, 2014 4:33 pm
by X5Sport
All the discs are compatible.
If you have not yet found the official instructions, it is key that the CD you burn is good quality and burned at the LOWEST speed your writer will allow. This reduces the risk of 'bricking' the unit.
Have a look on Xoutpost for copies of the official BMW instructions and FOLLOW THEM TO THE LETTER.
Richard
Re: Sat Nav - firmware update
Posted: Thu Oct 30, 2014 9:08 am
by centurion
will do cheers...
something I noticed post d'load is that .bin file is 300Mb+ while instructions indicate to burn the .cue which is only 1KB (and not both). In anyway and based on intuition I went for earlier and will give it a go later on today.
FYI... I spoke to HR Owen-Holland Park BMW re V32 (and have had Part # handy)... and their response: '...we need to speak to head office to release the disc as it is not something we are aware of and it does not show up on the system'
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More to follow...
Re: Sat Nav - firmware update
Posted: Thu Oct 30, 2014 10:33 am
by X5Sport
You can always take your car to them and update it on site. My Dealer did that for the last update. Only took about 5 mins.
Richard
Re: Sat Nav - firmware update
Posted: Fri Oct 31, 2014 10:36 am
by centurion
done... was expecting it would take longer but it was a straight fwd task to accomplish.
Will try and get 2013/4 maps over the weekend to see how 'responsive' it is/will be
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Re: Sat Nav - firmware update
Posted: Fri Oct 31, 2014 1:38 pm
by X5Sport
I noticed no real difference. What you should now be able to select is 'Perspective' or birds eye view mode rather than a plan view of the road. I think it's under 'Set' but have a search on line for the instructions.
Richard
Re: Sat Nav - firmware update
Posted: Fri Oct 31, 2014 4:36 pm
by centurion
correct... and I also noticed Camera control option in the Set menu (yet to find out for what?).
Re: Sat Nav - firmware update
Posted: Fri Oct 31, 2014 6:35 pm
by X5Sport
Non OEM disc so speed cameras on/off.