How to buy C-MAP unlock codes

[crck0848]

On my TZT16F, the charts catalog has dozens of locked C-MAP charts. How do I buy the unlock codes to use them? I need to get charts for the Great Lakes and Georgian Bay, but c-map.com only seems to sell physical media. Thanks!

 

[Johnny Electron]

While if you call C-map, they can sell unlock codes; most codes are purchased from your Furuno dealer. They will need to know the area and type of chart you wish to purchase and the system ID number from your unit. Chart options can be found by look at the Furuno website under "Discover Products - Browse all products - Charts for NN3D, TZT, TZT1, TZT2, and TZT3"

 

[SailorDoc]

First download/replace the latest C-Map chart file before applying unlock code. The file currently on your system may be last year's version (or even older).

 

[crck0848]

Thanks for the replies. I called C-Map. Seems they only have one guy who knows how to do this. His name is Paul and he doesn't return phone calls. No worries, I have a workaround for this one small section of Canada that wasn't covered by my charts.

 

[Sparky Wire]

Your Furuno or C-map dealer is likely better to work with on buying MM3 charts. C-map support has been very overwhelmed after they were purchased by Navico. Great charts but you will likely get better support directly from your dealer.

 

[crck0848]

I did eventually reach Paul. He took my System ID and contact info, emailed me a payment link, and then sent the codes with download links. At this writing (8/1/24), he is indeed the only person who can do it.

 

[Johnny Electron]

Paul is known for knowing his stuff. Glad he got you sorted.