I have a Magellan 3140. how do i upgrade it on line?

Hi ralfples

the following advice pertains to the following magellan gps systems.

Magellan 800, 860, 2000, 2200t, 2500, 3000, 3050, 3100, 3140, 4000, 4040, 4050 and 6000t

i fix these and many other magellan gps daily so when considering my advice , please understand i do not google my solutions.

assuming your car charger is working (the little green light is on) and your magellan still wont start up after holding the power button while its plugged in for up to ten seconds and still does not start..read below

this is actually a very common problem with these magellan power ports...they are poor quality from the factory and always and i mean always fail..the new ports that you find on ebay are 100% better then the factory port.

if your able to replace that power port yourself, you can get one HERE, if not, ask the fellow that sells them for help.

due to some dubious "experts" on fixya, im not permitted to help you directly, but please follow the link above to get further help.

let me know if you need more help or info

Bill
EX

Standing Member of G.O.T.

On these units maps are definitely on the SD card. I presume you have the card? If so, then the card and map data may be corrupt. If you don't have the card, contact Magellan, and see if you talk them into a replacement for a small fee. Many Manufacturers consider SD Card replacement as a "map upgrade", and will therefore charge more. I hope you get it worked out. Thanks, Bill

I have the same problem. It seems the only answer is to purchase another GPS. I am looking at the Garmin 765T

The speaker is defective. While this link is geared to Garmin units, many of the tips hold true for other brands.

http://www.sharc.net/gps_audio_repair.htm


- Jim

hi ohh_bambino plug it in and let it charge for awhile using a know good charger, like the car charger. it has a indicator light to let you know its charging.

now press and hold the power button for up to ten seconds until it starts. if that fails


this is a very common problem for the models listed below.

the following magellan 2000, 2200t, 2500, 3000, 3100, 3140, 4000, 4040, 4050 and the 6000 are known to have faulty dc connectors...if your magellan gps is not charging or will not power up, its most likely the dc power port...

you can get help to repaired it, here
or buy the port here

if you need further help, just let me know.


bill

There seems to be issues with magellan batterys, being subjected to the cold has also been proven to effect the battery life, magellan offers a 1 year service on all units. I hope this has answered your question.

go to the below given page and enter your model. u ll get the required drivers

http://www.magellangps.com/support/index.asp

if you need the power port for your gps, i have them for 2000 2200t 2500 3100 3140 4000 4040 and 4050 magellan maestro and roadmate

Here you have it:

Link to pdf-file.

Have a nice day!

Magnus