The first disc is called the "software applications disc" and that one requires no code.

Then you have discs 1-4 which are for nav, which will prompt you for a code. Its a hexadecimal code, that is somehow based on a combination of your VIN and your nav's unit ID.

 

Thanks for clearing that up .

I guess the next concern would be if one updates the software applications but not the map data... Will the new software still read the old map data.... Or can you even get by without installing the other 4 disks...

 

my understanding is that unit's software is independent of the map data.

It's like saying can I use windows 10 with office 2013? Yeah sure.

I'm getting the discs next Monday. I will definitely confirm then.

 

I agree, one would expect that, but I've seen the opposite of this in the past too. A number of years back, Garmin rolled out a map update for the pc in a new format. Required an updated version of mapsource to be installed (windows software). Some very smart tech folk figured out the data was essentially the same, just in a different format. Came out with a utility that would convert the new format into the old.

 

no doubt it's possible. You may be right.

Before I do the full update, I'll do the nav firmware update and see how the unit works. I'll let you know!

 

So I did the firmware update but kept my 2010 maps. Put in a destination and went for a drive. Seemed that the nav worked fine with newest software and old maps...

 

Software update, yeah kind of like the application software, or maybe part / all of the operating system, who knows. I wasn't aware that this was the first disc in the set, usable separately. Interesting.

 

Did you notice any difference with the new firmware?

 

i need more seat time. seems a little smother, but no real major differences other than stability.

The main thing for me is bluetooth, but ive been so busy with work i havent driven around in my car much. I work from home. Will keep you up to date.

 

If the first disc requires no code, I wonder if that disc could be used for general distribution (I.e. the dealer would be able to provide it free of charge).

 

 

I hope someone may do the update and tell us about it.....

 

I just ordered the

INFINITI Navigation Third Generation DVD Map Update Version 10 for United States and Canada

for my new to me 2013 vert. I do not think it has ever had an update. Waiting on it to arrive, I should have a good week or so after updating driving local and then will be taking a trip from OKC to KC MO, I have the XM free trial with traffic and weather so it should be an interesting experiment.

 

$130? *gulp*

Think I'll save up for the GROM unit to I can get Android Auto and use Google Maps.

 

After tax and shipping (2 day) it is closer to $150 but by using various "coupon" and bonus / rewards ect end cost to be will be around the $80 range just have to wait for some of the credits to roll in. I try not to pay full price for anything I do not have to.