Garmin maps are available in a variety of formats. They may be purchased on DVD, on a pre-programmed
microSD card, or downloaded directly from the Garmin website. Many excellent non Garmin maps are also available online
from multiple sources.
DVD/CD ROM: Maps purchased in this format will require a computer to use. The installation process will install the maps and BaseCamp application to your computer. BaseCamp can then be used to send maps to either your device or
microSD card. Please note that most mapping products in this format are locked to a single device and they are non-transferable. City Navigator maps in this format can be updated by purchasing a map update, when available.
microSD Card: Pre-programmed microSD cards are ready to use immediately out of the box. Simply unpack the card and insert into your compatible GPSr device. These maps
are not locked to a specific device which allows you to move the card between multiple units as desired. BaseCamp can be used to view mapping detail on your computer from compatible pre-programmed
microSD cards. City Navigator maps in this format are not eligible for map updates and mapping from the
microSD card cannot be copied. To obtain updated content, a new card must be purchased.
Download: Maps purchased in this format can be downloaded directly from the Garmin website. Downloaded maps can be sent to either your GPSr unit or
microSD card. All maps in this format are locked to a specific device and they can only be used on the device that they were locked to. BaseCamp can be used to view downloaded mapping detail on your computer. City Navigator maps in this format are not eligible for map updates. If you wish to obtain updated content, a new download will need to be purchased.
Map Types
The Garmin
Rino 6xx currently supports the following map formats:
KMZ (*.kmz)
User created raster map (not locked to device)
JNX (*.jnx) Garmin
BirdsEye
high resolution satellite raster map imagery (locked to specific device)
GPX (*.gpx) GPs eXchange format is a universal open source XML data format used for waypoints, routes, and tracks
GPI (*.gpi) Garmin Points of Interest (POI)
files provide location and other information for popular destinations
Map Names
Common *.img map names used by Garmin. Do not use these file names when saving your maps.
See
Garmin Vector Map ID for more examples.
gmapprom.img | Primary or Pre Installed Map
gmapprom1.img | Secondary Map
gmapbmap.img | Device Base Map
gmapoem.img | OEM Installed Map (can not be disabled in Map Settings)
gmapsupp.img | Map written to device or
microSD card by MapSource
gmaptz.img | Time Zone Map
gmap3d.img | Primary 3D Buildings Map
gmap3d1.img | Secondary 3D Buildings Map
Map Storage Capacity
The Rino 6xx is not without limitation. Consider these guidelines when
selecting maps for your Rino 6xx:
IMG: A maximum of 20 maps, not exceeding
3,000 map segments in total, can be indexed
KMZ: Must not exceed 100 total map tiles across all KMZ maps
JNX: Support for 250 maps per device
GPX: Limited to 2000 total GPX
files,
2,000 total waypoints, 200 routes and 200 tracks (maximum 10,000 points per track)
GPI: A maximum of 20 files, each
with an unlimited number of individual locations, will be indexed
Map Install Direct
Not all maps require installation to a host computer before being sent to your Garmin GPSr. Maps in the following formats can be copied directly to your GPSr or
microSD card as shown:
IMG: [GPSr]\Garmin\
or [microSD]\Garmin\
KMZ: [GPSr]\Garmin\CustomMaps\
or [microSD]\Garmin\CustomMaps\
JNX: [GPSr]\Garmin\BirdsEye\
or [microSD]\Garmin\BirdsEye\
GPX: [GPSr]\Garmin\GPX\
or [microSD]\Garmin\GPX\
GPI: [GPSr]\Garmin\POI\ or [microSD]\Garmin\POI\
Map Install PC
Locate a Garmin compatible map you wish to use with your Rino 6xx and download the Windows version to your computer.
Install Map to PC
If the downloaded map file is a
*.zip archive, you must unzip the file to extract the
*.exe map installer
Close any open mapping software programs (Map Source, BaseCamp, etc.)
Run the *.exe map installer
When prompted, choose map installation options as desired
For best results, do not change the default map installation directory
Allow the installer to complete the map installation
Exit the installer
Open BaseCamp and select the newly installed map from the drop down menu to confirm availability
Locate a Garmin compatible map you wish to use with your Rino 6xx and download the Mac version to your computer.
Install Map to Mac
If the downloaded map file is not in
*.gmapi format, double click the file to launch your default archive utility and extract the map from the compressed archive
Double click the *.gmapi map file, invoking Garmin MapManager
The selected map will be displayed under "Install these map(s)?"
Select "Install", and then "Close" after installation is completed
MapManager will display a list of all Garmin compatible maps installed on your computer
Close MapManager
Open BaseCamp and select your new map from the map menu to confirm installation
Already have a paper map you want to use with your Garmin
Rino 6xx? Perhaps you have downloaded a local or state park map in PDF format and wish you could somehow get it into your
Rino 6xx? Converting paper or digital maps into custom maps you can use with your Garmin
Rino 6xx has never been easier!
Annual subscription based service providing unlimited access to Garmin satellite imagery and/or detailed USGS/NRC topographic raster maps for use with your Garmin
Rino 6xx and BaseCamp.
BirdsEye Satellite
Transfer an unlimited number of satellite and aerial image segments to your device with free BaseCamp software.
High-resolution sub-meter color satellite imagery captures the world in brilliant clarity and detail.
Allows you to layer the Garmin vector maps on your handheld (such as TOPO 100K, TOPO 24K or City Navigator®) with BirdsEye Satellite Imagery for a real-life view of roads, buildings and terrain.
Makes it easy for hunters to perform preseason scouting, determine placement of stands and locate game pinchpoints.
Helps hikers and campers find trails/trailheads and clearings for camping areas.
Lets geocachers determine the terrain type around a cache and identify parking areas close to the caches.
Allows travelers to view tourist hot spots and landmarks from an aerial view to make excursions memorable without getting lost
Features an unlimited amount of downloadable raster maps for 1 year using BaseCamp software.
Layer Garmin vector maps (TOPO 100K, TOPO 24K, City Navigator) on your
Rino 6xx for a 'birds eye' view of roads, buildings and terrain.
Displays parking and camping areas, trails, points of interest, water sources and more.
BirdsEye Select
Highly detailed (1:25,000 or 1:50,000) raster map imagery
Coverage for Germany, France, Great Britain, Ireland, Austria, Italy and Switzerland
Each single purchase allows you to select and purchase custom sections (a set amount of square kilometers per region) of BirdsEye Select raster imagery for transfer to your Garmin handheld device.
