Garmin 2595LMT

[+Smart_Cookies]

Hi Everyone

 

I have just bought a Garmin 2595LMT - hopefully to be able to use alongside my Oregon 550 for caching. Mainly I want it for the navigation by car, but was hoping I could actually load caches onto it so that I can see them on the screen. I have only been able to load them as waypoints, and they only show the GC code (not the cache name) which isn't so helpful.

 

GSAK does not seem to recognise the device so the only way I have been able to load anything onto it is via geocaching.com - using the "send to GPS" button - takes a while to do this individually.

 

Any idea how I can download en-masse? I have tried creating a pocket query (GPX file) and dragging that directly onto the unit, but the GPX file is not showing up as an option in the folder I put it in?

 

Does anyone have one of these units who can point me in the right direction? Maybe it just won't support caches in the way I hoped it would?

 

Thanks, Sue

[+Redwoods Mtn Biker]

I have tried creating a pocket query (GPX file) and dragging that directly onto the unit, but the GPX file is not showing up as an option in the folder I put it in?

 

Are you putting it in the GPX folder?

[+Smart_Cookies]

I have tried creating a pocket query (GPX file) and dragging that directly onto the unit, but the GPX file is not showing up as an option in the folder I put it in?

 

Are you putting it in the GPX folder?

 

Hi

 

Yes, and they show up if I transfer them individually - but only showing GC codes - no other info.

 

If I try to transfer via GSAK, the Nuvi model I have doesn't show - so I select "Nuvi Generic". Then I get a message that GSAK can't locate the GPS - and to make sure the USB cable is plugged in and to make sure the GPS is in Mass Storage Mode.

 

I know it's connected properly as I can see the folders via the PC - but I have no idea how to check if it's in Mass Storage Mode.

 

Thanks for any help. It might be that this is all it is capable of!

 

Sue

[+find waldo]

Hi,

 

I bought a Nuvi 2595LMT as well, and had much the same problems as you are having. I ended up taking it back and getting a 1490LMT. The problem seems to be that Garmin changed the software on these new models and it isn't too friendly with GSAK. I'm sure in time Clyde will address these issues in the future sometime, but I needed to use the Nuvi right away.

 

The caches may show up as tiny black squares if you zoom way in on the maps. I wanted to see all the caches in the area easily while driving. I'm happy with the 1490lmt.

[+Smart_Cookies]

Hi,

 

I bought a Nuvi 2595LMT as well, and had much the same problems as you are having. I ended up taking it back and getting a 1490LMT. The problem seems to be that Garmin changed the software on these new models and it isn't too friendly with GSAK. I'm sure in time Clyde will address these issues in the future sometime, but I needed to use the Nuvi right away.

 

The caches may show up as tiny black squares if you zoom way in on the maps. I wanted to see all the caches in the area easily while driving. I'm happy with the 1490lmt.

 

Thanks for the reply. I must admit I was slightly disappointed but we think we have found a way tonight to transfer the caches via a GSAK macro. They are on there in a folder showing the cache names rather than the GC number which helps a lot. I don't know yet whether they will show up on the map as I haven't tested it yet. Not keen on returning it as it does have lifetime maps and traffic which is more useful. We do have the Oregons as well so only need them to navigate to while driving ie cache and dashes. But unless I can find the perfect solution, it will work by selecting from the folder.

 

Thanks again.

Edited September 23, 2012 by SueAtSea

[+michaelcouture]

Your 2595 can be used with GSAK. First though, you'll have to change it from its default MTP mode to Mass Storage mode.

See this post for instructions on how to make the change.

 

With the default MTP mode, programs that require the Nuvi to appear as a disk drive letter (e.g. G:) cannot "see" the unit because it does not appear as a disk drive (i.e. Mass Storage mode).

[+Smart_Cookies]

Your 2595 can be used with GSAK. First though, you'll have to change it from its default MTP mode to Mass Storage mode.

See this post for instructions on how to make the change.

 

With the default MTP mode, programs that require the Nuvi to appear as a disk drive letter (e.g. G:) cannot "see" the unit because it does not appear as a disk drive (i.e. Mass Storage mode).

 

Wow, thank you so much Michael. We had got that far and realised it was in the "wrong" mode - but had no idea how or if we could even change it. Will have a go at this later today.

[+find waldo]

Your 2595 can be used with GSAK. First though, you'll have to change it from its default MTP mode to Mass Storage mode.

See this post for instructions on how to make the change.

 

With the default MTP mode, programs that require the Nuvi to appear as a disk drive letter (e.g. G:) cannot "see" the unit because it does not appear as a disk drive (i.e. Mass Storage mode).

Yep, I did the same thing. The problem wasn't getting the caches into the unit, it was seeing them on the map as I was driving along.

[+find waldo]

Hi,

 

I bought a Nuvi 2595LMT as well, and had much the same problems as you are having. I ended up taking it back and getting a 1490LMT. The problem seems to be that Garmin changed the software on these new models and it isn't too friendly with GSAK. I'm sure in time Clyde will address these issues in the future sometime, but I needed to use the Nuvi right away.

 

The caches may show up as tiny black squares if you zoom way in on the maps. I wanted to see all the caches in the area easily while driving. I'm happy with the 1490lmt.

 

Thanks for the reply. I must admit I was slightly disappointed but we think we have found a way tonight to transfer the caches via a GSAK macro. They are on there in a folder showing the cache names rather than the GC number which helps a lot. I don't know yet whether they will show up on the map as I haven't tested it yet. Not keen on returning it as it does have lifetime maps and traffic which is more useful. We do have the Oregons as well so only need them to navigate to while driving ie cache and dashes. But unless I can find the perfect solution, it will work by selecting from the folder.

 

Thanks again.

 

The 1490LMT has lifetime maps & traffic and was $ 100.00 less than the 2595LMT and I didn't have to change a thing to load caches. Plus, they show up as big treasure boxes on the map, right out of the box.

[+Smart_Cookies]

I just did a search for this and it seems it's not available here - I'm in the UK.

 

Thanks for the thought though.

 

Hi,

 

I bought a Nuvi 2595LMT as well, and had much the same problems as you are having. I ended up taking it back and getting a 1490LMT. The problem seems to be that Garmin changed the software on these new models and it isn't too friendly with GSAK. I'm sure in time Clyde will address these issues in the future sometime, but I needed to use the Nuvi right away.

 

The caches may show up as tiny black squares if you zoom way in on the maps. I wanted to see all the caches in the area easily while driving. I'm happy with the 1490lmt.

 

Thanks for the reply. I must admit I was slightly disappointed but we think we have found a way tonight to transfer the caches via a GSAK macro. They are on there in a folder showing the cache names rather than the GC number which helps a lot. I don't know yet whether they will show up on the map as I haven't tested it yet. Not keen on returning it as it does have lifetime maps and traffic which is more useful. We do have the Oregons as well so only need them to navigate to while driving ie cache and dashes. But unless I can find the perfect solution, it will work by selecting from the folder.

 

Thanks again.

 

The 1490LMT has lifetime maps & traffic and was $ 100.00 less than the 2595LMT and I didn't have to change a thing to load caches. Plus, they show up as big treasure boxes on the map, right out of the box.

[+michaelcouture]

A couple of years ago I used to use paperless geocaching with my Nuvi 760. It worked well. The caches would show on the map, and I had it set up so that an audible alert would sound 200 meters from the cache.

 

Basically you load a Pocket Query into GSAK, then run a macro which produces input for Garmin's POI Loader program and then creates Custom Points of Interest for all the caches in the PQ. Detailed instructions for paperless geocaching with Nuvi can be found in the collection of existing FAQs here in this forum.

[+Smart_Cookies]

A couple of years ago I used to use paperless geocaching with my Nuvi 760. It worked well. The caches would show on the map, and I had it set up so that an audible alert would sound 200 meters from the cache.

 

Basically you load a Pocket Query into GSAK, then run a macro which produces input for Garmin's POI Loader program and then creates Custom Points of Interest for all the caches in the PQ. Detailed instructions for paperless geocaching with Nuvi can be found in the collection of existing FAQs here in this forum.

 

Well, thanks for all the advice guys, but sadly, changing the settings has made things worse. The unit has seized completely and I can't get it past "loading maps" stage. It worked for 5 minutes, then died. Can't even do a factory reset! As it's less than 2 weeks old, I'm sending it back to Amazon and hoping they will refund - otherwise I'm $200+ down! Oh well, the risk was mine, and I think trying to get something to do something it's not meant to do is not always a wise thing. No doubt some techie could have sorted it but I don't have one of those lying around here! Just a warning - you do stuff like this at your own risk. Now off to search for a new satnav! LOL

 

Sue

[+Smart_Cookies]

I'm also in the UK and use my 1490T to load the caches so I can navigate to them; as already posted they show up as treasure chests. Once in the area I switch to my Etrex 20. If you really need the LM (lifetime maps) bit you can always buy that separately. I've never bothered to update my maps, so it's not a problem for me

 

Thanks for that info. I have checked Amazon and they have it at a cheaper price than the one I have just returned. Can you please advise if you can open the "treasure chests" and if they display the name rather than the GC number?

 

If so, that will be good enough and I will order one.

 

Many thanks.

 

Sue

[+Smart_Cookies]

You can't click on them and open them, they are simply a waypoint to navigate to. I use my Etrex for all the cache detail.

 

I send mine from Basecamp and they display the cache GC number; don't think there is a way to show the name using Basecamp

 

Thanks for replying so quickly. That's a shame - I think the newer models aren't as caching friendly as the older ones. I know there is one that works more like a GPS unit and you can click (or press) each treasure chest and see the details of the cache. But it's an older model and hard to get hold of now - that's why I went with the newer version. But that turned out to be more of a pain than what it's worth.

 

Oh well, back to the drawing board.

[+michaelcouture]

Well, thanks for all the advice guys, but sadly, changing the settings has made things worse. The unit has seized completely and I can't get it past "loading maps" stage. It worked for 5 minutes, then died. Can't even do a factory reset!

Sorry to hear that you've having problems with the unit. Here's a

explaining the 25xx factory reset procedure. You might want to give it one more try...

[+Smart_Cookies]

Well, thanks for all the advice guys, but sadly, changing the settings has made things worse. The unit has seized completely and I can't get it past "loading maps" stage. It worked for 5 minutes, then died. Can't even do a factory reset!

Sorry to hear that you've having problems with the unit. Here's a

explaining the 25xx factory reset procedure. You might want to give it one more try...

 

Tried that already, but thanks. It's completely dead - and now on it's way back to Amazon. Trawling the internet for a suitable replacement but found nothing yet. Perhaps I'm looking for something that doesn't exist!

 

I would just like to see caches on the screen, and be able to "look see" what they are (by cache name rather than GC number).

[+cherrytree1]

Hi,

I have a Nuvi 2555 and do exactly what you're asking about. Using GSAK, run the Nuvi_GPX_by_CT.Gsk macro to export a file for the POI loader. Then run the Garmin POI loader to create the POI file. Finally, copy the POI file to your POI directory on the Nuvi 2555. GeoCaches show up in the Nuvi under,

"Where To" --> "Cagegories", then scroll down to "Custom POI's" to find the list arranged in distance from your current location. Touch the GC on the list and press the "i" for description, coords, logs, etc. From here, you can highway navigate to your parking spot with the Nuvi and hand over the nav to your hand-held unit. I've loaded over 2000 caches at a time and just go driving until I see a green symbol on my map, then touch it for info, and decide to navigate to it or not.

Good luck. I hope you can make it work with the Nuvi in combination with your hand-held. It's a great way to GeoCache paperless!

Cherrytree1

[+RonGerth]

Hi,

I have a Nuvi 2555 and do exactly what you're asking about. Using GSAK, run the Nuvi_GPX_by_CT.Gsk macro to export a file for the POI loader. Then run the Garmin POI loader to create the POI file. Finally, copy the POI file to your POI directory on the Nuvi 2555. GeoCaches show up in the Nuvi under,

"Where To" --> "Cagegories", then scroll down to "Custom POI's" to find the list arranged in distance from your current location. Touch the GC on the list and press the "i" for description, coords, logs, etc. From here, you can highway navigate to your parking spot with the Nuvi and hand over the nav to your hand-held unit. I've loaded over 2000 caches at a time and just go driving until I see a green symbol on my map, then touch it for info, and decide to navigate to it or not.

Good luck. I hope you can make it work with the Nuvi in combination with your hand-held. It's a great way to GeoCache paperless!

Cherrytree1

 

Any way to change that green symbol to something else? I have a huge green block with a white heart in the middle of it and it takes up a lot of screen space when I am in an area that is cache dense. I had a 1450T that made them little geocache icons or a little black dot.

 

Thanks

 

Ron

[+Chuy!]

Hi,

I have a Nuvi 2555 and do exactly what you're asking about. Using GSAK, run the Nuvi_GPX_by_CT.Gsk macro to export a file for the POI loader. Then run the Garmin POI loader to create the POI file. Finally, copy the POI file to your POI directory on the Nuvi 2555. GeoCaches show up in the Nuvi under,

"Where To" --> "Cagegories", then scroll down to "Custom POI's" to find the list arranged in distance from your current location. Touch the GC on the list and press the "i" for description, coords, logs, etc. From here, you can highway navigate to your parking spot with the Nuvi and hand over the nav to your hand-held unit. I've loaded over 2000 caches at a time and just go driving until I see a green symbol on my map, then touch it for info, and decide to navigate to it or not.

Good luck. I hope you can make it work with the Nuvi in combination with your hand-held. It's a great way to GeoCache paperless!

Cherrytree1

 

Does the full description and set # of logs download? I've used that macro and two others. All lack the full description unless it has a short sentence or two. I either have overlooked a setting or the 2595 has a low characters' limit. Could it be related to the macros not showing the 2595 as an option?

 

This is not a cache-friendly Nuvi. But, I can't complain much as it was free. I prefer my 755.

[+QRPnut]

It’s been a while since this thread was active, but I would offer a few observations based upon experience with the nuvi 2595LMT. Because of all the difficulties others reported here and on other forums, I almost didn’t buy this unit. That would have been a shame. This GPS unit has done quite well for getting me from one cache to the next. It sure beats street navigation on an Oregon! Thus far, my experience has been quite positive. No, the nuvi isn’t for navigating to GZ (ground zero), but you can upload caches, select them by name (not GC code), and see nearby caches on a route.

 

To do this, download pocket queries to GSAK. Next, use the Nuvi_GPX_by_CT.gsk macro to create a file. The next step is to load Custom POIs to the 2595 via Garmin’s POI Loader. This function is integrated into the macro, or you can do it as a separate step. Once on the nuvi, caches appear by name (closest cache in the database shows first—just like the Find Geocaches function on an Oregon), or search by name under the Custom POI folder (Where to?... Categories…Custom POI). It bears repeating--the caches appear by name, not GC code.

 

Selecting the cache creates a route, and the 2595 navigates to the vicinity of a cache. For the most part, the 2595 has directed me to the best parking. At this point, my Oregon takes over to get to GZ.

 

One specific instance illustrates how well this works. Today, I wanted to go from an office to Batty - GCQCKE. Sitting in the office parking lot, I searched for “Batty,” tapped on “Go,” and followed turn-by-turn directions. If I needed to know more, the nuvi has the cache info (size, coords, D/T) and last logs available under the “Info” button. When I got to the street alongside the park, the nuvi told me to “Follow the trail.” That doesn’t always happen, but it’s pretty cool that the maps’ database had the trail system for this park, and the unit recognized the cache’s proximity to the trail.

 

Configuring the Nuvi_GPX_by_CT.gsk macro requires one to read the help file, available via the link in the macro. It’s an advanced piece of code, and two files in particular (sox.exe and the POI Loader) must be in known directories for the macro to work properly.

 

I offer this alternative opinion since others seem to have a negative view of the unit’s utility. The nuvi 2595LMT can work for caching. You can load caches (and search by name), and it gives as much info as my Oregon, up to the point where you hop out of the geo-mobile and make the grab. That’s best left to a handheld of some sort.

[+jaxstraww]

It’s been a while since this thread was active, but I would offer a few observations based upon experience with the nuvi 2595LMT. Because of all the difficulties others reported here and on other forums, I almost didn’t buy this unit. That would have been a shame. This GPS unit has done quite well for getting me from one cache to the next. It sure beats street navigation on an Oregon! Thus far, my experience has been quite positive. No, the nuvi isn’t for navigating to GZ (ground zero), but you can upload caches, select them by name (not GC code), and see nearby caches on a route.

 

To do this, download pocket queries to GSAK. Next, use the Nuvi_GPX_by_CT.gsk macro to create a file. The next step is to load Custom POIs to the 2595 via Garmin’s POI Loader. This function is integrated into the macro, or you can do it as a separate step. Once on the nuvi, caches appear by name (closest cache in the database shows first—just like the Find Geocaches function on an Oregon), or search by name under the Custom POI folder (Where to?... Categories…Custom POI). It bears repeating--the caches appear by name, not GC code.

 

Selecting the cache creates a route, and the 2595 navigates to the vicinity of a cache. For the most part, the 2595 has directed me to the best parking. At this point, my Oregon takes over to get to GZ.

 

One specific instance illustrates how well this works. Today, I wanted to go from an office to Batty - GCQCKE. Sitting in the office parking lot, I searched for “Batty,” tapped on “Go,” and followed turn-by-turn directions. If I needed to know more, the nuvi has the cache info (size, coords, D/T) and last logs available under the “Info” button. When I got to the street alongside the park, the nuvi told me to “Follow the trail.” That doesn’t always happen, but it’s pretty cool that the maps’ database had the trail system for this park, and the unit recognized the cache’s proximity to the trail.

 

Configuring the Nuvi_GPX_by_CT.gsk macro requires one to read the help file, available via the link in the macro. It’s an advanced piece of code, and two files in particular (sox.exe and the POI Loader) must be in known directories for the macro to work properly.

 

I offer this alternative opinion since others seem to have a negative view of the unit’s utility. The nuvi 2595LMT can work for caching. You can load caches (and search by name), and it gives as much info as my Oregon, up to the point where you hop out of the geo-mobile and make the grab. That’s best left to a handheld of some sort.

 

Thanks for posting this. I was able to load a GPX. I think teh confusing part is pointing to teh correct directores. The POI loader for instance was C:garmin and the GPX path I wanted them dropped in was E:POI....U get teh picture.

 

Question, I had teh filter messed up so the maro loaded my entire view of not found caches which inclues a few archived. 700 waypoints went over. How do I go about deleting them from the NUVI?