ndy4eva Posted January 4, 2010 Report Share Posted January 4, 2010 Thanks MyITGuy!!! I'm downloading as I post this... hehe.. Hope this works with my F500BT. I searched this thread... but I didn't find anyone confirming that this update worked with F500BT... Is there anyone update w/this firmware and map update on F500BT!? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sat88 Posted January 4, 2010 Report Share Posted January 4, 2010 I just purchased the F500BT last week. Upgraded to 2.06 but still stuck with old 2008 map. I actually like the custom version of iGo included, so I have no intention to install leetlauncher. Unfortunately Pioneer doesn't provide 1st free map update like Garmin and TomTom and I can't even find my own house! Is there a way to installed a mod 3.0 firmware along with the 2009 map data into my F500BT? Oh, my F500BT is the North America version with US and Canada map data. thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Flashmeister Posted January 5, 2010 Report Share Posted January 5, 2010 +1 I also just bought a F500BT and am wondering if 3.0 can run on it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ndy4eva Posted January 5, 2010 Report Share Posted January 5, 2010 I'm working on it.. I will update in couple of hours. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ScoobyDoo555 Posted January 5, 2010 Report Share Posted January 5, 2010 Many thanks for this Dan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ndy4eva Posted January 5, 2010 Report Share Posted January 5, 2010 Please check following thread for F500BT upgrade. viewtopic.php?f=34&t=25838&start=105 Don't bother upgrading WinCE image. It doesn't seem to work with F500BT. I updated APL2, and DATA (for new wav files) folders. Thanks, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sat88 Posted January 5, 2010 Report Share Posted January 5, 2010 What are APL2 and DATA folders for? Do you notice any difference after updated the two folders? thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ndy4eva Posted January 5, 2010 Report Share Posted January 5, 2010 What are APL2 and DATA folders for? Do you notice any difference after updated the two folders?thanks APL2 folder is iGO application folder contains all the map data, application executibles and other required files. Data folder is for Pioneer menu files; XM files, wav files for system sounds, and etc files. You don't really need to update this folder but personally, I didn't like the original (v2.006) system sounds. APL folder is main Pioneer applications and launcher (media player, parriot BT app, and etc). I tried to update to v3 but it didn't work (didn't pass boot splashscreen on second boot). I'm guessing it requires new WinCE to work properly. oh well, new maps and navi s/w is better than nothing.. Also, I got a copy of new 2009.06.TA map today and I will try it out tonight. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ndy4eva Posted January 6, 2010 Report Share Posted January 6, 2010 I upgraded the map to 2009.06 TA. It has the new road around my home. Overall, I'm happy with the unit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
T0Mlol Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Anyone having a problem with MyITGuy's files? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ndy4eva Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Anyone having a problem with MyITGuy's files? No, I used to update my F500BT without any issues. It worked out great for me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MyITGuy Posted January 9, 2010 Report Share Posted January 9, 2010 Anyone having a problem with MyITGuy's files? So far approximately 140 downloads with only 1 reported issue, and I think that may be cleared up...waiting on the person to respond. In Step 11 of the OP's post, be sure your copying the contents of the "My Flash Disk" folder on the SD Card to the "My Flash Disk" drive on your unit, do not copy the entire contents of the SD Card to your AVIC Unit. Also, disregard step 12 of the OPs directions. I used the instructions posted here without an issue: http://www.avic411.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=34&t=25817 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
T0Mlol Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 Does this "hacked" version require a password to install? I'm so worried I am going to mess this up, I need to figure out how to Backup my old firmware. Someone please help me. If you have AIM please message me on wwefreak95 THANKS! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sat88 Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 Of the 140 downloads, anyone has success upgrade F500BT to 3.0 including the WinCE image? thanks Upgrading iGo alone is not very useful, and it break other functions. Anyone having a problem with MyITGuy's files? So far approximately 140 downloads with only 1 reported issue, and I think that may be cleared up...waiting on the person to respond. I used the instructions posted here without an issue: http://www.avic411.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=34&t=25817 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ndy4eva Posted January 10, 2010 Report Share Posted January 10, 2010 Of the 140 downloads, anyone has success upgrade F500BT to 3.0 including the WinCE image? thanks Upgrading iGo alone is not very useful, and it break other functions. What did it break? I'm using new version of iGO & 2009.6 map with Diaftia Mod and I didn't see any issues. I could not find WinCE image for F500BT. It would be nice if someone can share it. Thanks, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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