Cmap conversion ?s

[Anonymous]

I will be sending both of my vx1 Rdp 130 units to WA for updates, trackball service and c-map conversion. Do I need to back-up my waypoints? Is there a card that will work with the navionics fp reader to store data? How can the data be uploaded once the cmap conversion is completed?

I remember trying to make a cable and connecting to a laptop when I first got the NNs but it didn't work at that time. I think the cable diagram was in my owner's manual.

As always, thank you!

 

[Anonymous]

If you can backup your waypoints before sending the unit in, that would be preferable. If you cannot, then I suggest stating on the note that goes inside the box that you want the repairs folks to back them up prior to conversion if they can. There used to be a card available to backup data, but they are no longer available. The data would be uploaded the same way you downloaded it. If via a computer with software and cable, then you would choose upload from PC instead of download to PC.

 

[Anonymous]

I have mailed my vx1s to WA for cmap conversion. I am looking at C-map cards and want to be sure that I order the correct format. Is it correct that if it says C-map NT+, it will work? Also, I have a c-map NT card reader and software. Will I be able to use it with my Furuno equipment after the conversion?

Thanks!

 

[Johnny Electron]

Once C-Map, the unit will use NT or NT+ maps on an FP chip.
The NT card reader should work with the PC Planner but I would defer to C-Map support on that.