Sesnsis V17 Maps
Just to let everyone know the maps have some issues which I am sorting out before releasing an update.
The terrain is very sparse, I have a much more detailed one thai I will package with the maps.
POI's need work as the categories as mucked up as the V15.1 maps.
Speedcams don't give the correct warnings for red-light camera's
I hope to finish editing the files soon and release a new package on the weekend
Cheers
34by151
lacehim it might be a good idea to edit your post as well so it does not remain on display
Done.
In regards to the terrain is that the dem file? It was tiny in the R17 release. I just kept the bigger one that you provided with R16.1 from memory.
Hi 34by151,
I've downloaded your V2 map and FW updates as my machine is bricked. 1 yr and 2 months old. Corrupt file on flash I'm guessing.
I spoke to pioneer and they want me to take it into service centre. (Digressing here)
My question is, i looked at the total file size of the files non compressed I dont think they will fit with the firm ware on my flash. BTW. I've formatted my flash and It's around 880MB. I am thinking that's not right, but I'm hoping it is....
BTW: Do I need any other files to basically do a restore?
Thanks for the support
Gertsy
I suppose the first question is do you have a V2 or V3 firmware Avic as you have to match the mods to your firmware version.
If you really think your unit is bricked you can more than likly fix it yourself via the service menu.
Do some searching and you will easily find that info. I posted a how to myself a while ago for V3 firmware.
If you are sending it back under warranty i would suggest you wipe any mods, even if you just reformat the disk and leave it blank. I would not give pioneer a reason to deny your warranty claim. Not saying they will but no point in putting your hands up. If you have the V3 update you can unbrick by manually installing V3, search and follow the instructions in the forum. If you are sending it back reformat and send it back blank. Play dumb and claim it was the V3 update that did it 
The repairer will not care as pioneer pay them to fix it for you.
cheers
34by151
Hi thanks for the prompt response. The unit came with V2 on it. Dec 2008.
i know this as I went to do a V2 update and following the instructions it said I didn't need to do it.
The thing I am most worried about is I have 880MB of flash disk space. Is that correct? I thought these units had 2GB of Flash disk ?
The reason I am worried is I know the flash disk board is propietry(3rd party manufacturer) and to replace it is not just plugging in a new flash disk (So pioneer say)
i am quite prepared to do it myself. I restored the a US backup from this site minus the map files last night and it (Radio/DVD/SD Play) works okay until the GPS spits it and the unit reboots.
But before I format the Flash disk again I need to know if installing the V2 firmware and the maps is all I need to have a fully operating unit. Are there other files etc..? I know the firmware update does not replace all files just those being updated.
I'll give your files a go and see what happens. It cant get any worse.
BTW: I have a call back pending from the Pioneer warranty manager. I'll let EVERYBODY know how it goes.
On this site and every technology site/forum I know. Whether it's a good Pioneer Customer service story or a bad one is up to Pioneer.
Gertsy
You should just need the V2 map update. That will aslo install the updated license and exrider to with it. Make sure your sys.txt has the correct model in it
BTW the flash disk is 1gb unformatted
Cheers
34by151
Absolutely Superb. 34by151 ! 
Superb.
From a formatted 880GB flash.
Did standard pioneer V2 flash update. from SDCARD1
Rebooted to Testmode v2.3 on SDCARD2
Removed SDCARD2 and put in your updates on SDCARD3
Copied down your updates exactly as instructed.
Removed SDCARD and rebooted.
Prompted for Language and Voice.
Up and running like a bought one. Or closer to the truth "a supported one."
Went for a 20 min drive, set up some defaults. Presets etc. All good.
Did a backup once I got home to the update dir on SDCARD, copied it to my PC and USB drive. Feeling safe now.
Thanks, Thanks and Thanks again. I was not looking forward to pulling out my unit and sending it in.
I will still follow up with Pioneer just for the principle. I wan't a full backup of the default system and maps on a SDCARD and on my computer as I paid for them and I have a right by law to maintain backup copies.
Thanks again. Ur a lifesaver.
Hi, 34by151. A follow up / or more like feedback.
I cannot adjust the sound mixing between the GPS Warning/Guide voice and the radio. The "MUTE Input/Guide" option in "AV Settings" is permanently grayed. (And its set to MUTE so a little annoying)
I know to adjust the "MUTE Input/Guide" settings you need to have both AV inputs set to off. Which they are. I even rebooted with them set to off but it made no diff.
Just be interested if this is something other users of the mod have, but havent noticed as the setting was as they wanted when they mod'ed.
Alternatively it could mean I don't have all the executables/files/dlls needed to adjust the setting.
I'll play around with it but It would be interesting to find out if anyone else with the mod has the same situation.
BTW the GPS Graphics & Font look superb. Very readable, especialy for an oldie like me.
Cheers
Gertsy
The "MUTE Input/Guide" option in "AV Settings" is permanently grayed
That's a pioneer thing. Turn off your audio source then go back to the settings. It will not be greyed out when the audio source is off
Cheers
34by151
Spot on 34by151.
The manual says AV sources. So I turned off AV1 and AV2 but you have to turn off the radio/sd source as well which makes sense when you stop and think about it 
.
So thats all good.!
One more question if I may. In your 2.0 update files there is a single V20a_Update1.rar archive. I haven't applied that. Only the 3 part V20a_Update.partn.rar and the *R151.partn.rar map archives. Should I have ?
Thanks again for sharing your knowledge and efforts. Do you have a paypal account? And do you like a drink? Because I'm happy to send you the $ to buy half a dozen or a bottle of spirits for yourself. As long as u don't drink and drive 
. Let me know.
Cheers
Gertsy.
One more question if I may. In your 2.0 update files there is a single V20a_Update1.rar archive. I haven't applied that. Only the 3 part V20a_Update.partn.rar and the *R151.partn.rar map archives. Should I have ?
You can unpack any one of the files in a multipart rar and they will all unpack automaticly, unless one is damaged or missing. So i think you did them all. If you didn't the mod would also not work with missing files
Cheers
34by151
I don't know, if this is a problem with your patch or my system in general.
But running the latest beta you have released, but every 2nd or 3rd boot, the system will boot up and display the destination menu.. instead of the disc playing menu
Mick
That's a pioneer ezrider issue. You will find it either goes to that menu or to the audio menu. I cant change that. However the new mod allows you to select the first screen you go to when selecting map on boot
cheers
34by151
Uploading the Sensis/Whereis V17 map update now.
Links and instructions to follow once uploaded
this update contains a self installer, just boot on the SD card to update your unit
Cheers
34by151
Sensis (WhereIs) R17 Map
Sensis Release Date Feb 11 2010
Usual Disclaimer:
These files are for hobbyist use only. Use them at your own risk I can not be responsible for your actions if something goes wrong. Make sure you take a backup of your system prior to any changes
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This Update is for V3 Firmware only
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Contained in this release:
Autoboot Installer
Australian Sensis (WhereIs) R17 Map (Released Feb 11 2010)
3D Buildings
3D Petrol Stations
Updated POI's
Updated Speed Cam
Spoken Street Name Corrections (Phoneme.ph file)
Map Warning Bypass
Updated EzRider
Undated Map License files
Updated Terrain (more detailed elevations)
This release has been tested on the Australian AVIC-F900BT
Download files from
http://www.4shared.com/file/255176936/71433445/V3UPDATE03part1.html
http://www.4shared.com/file/255182192/8fe049e8/V3UPDATE03part2.html
Requirements
1. Your AVIC MUST HAVE V3 firmware pre-installed. If you are unsure about this search and read the forums on how to work this out
2. 1 Blank SD card 2GB or larger
Instructions
1. Download the 2 rar files to your computer
2. Put the Rar files in a new directory and extract them using winrar
3. Insert a blank SD card into your computer
It MUST be blank (no files at all on it)
It MUST be formatted using the FAT file system
It MUST be 2GB or larger in size
No exceptions to this
4. Copy the 3 extracted directories to the SD card
5. You will now have created an SD card with 3 subdirectories (backup,update and testmode) in the root
6. Boot your AVIC on the SD card and follow the on screen instructions
NOTE:The Installer will create a backup of your AVIC in the backup directory before updating the maps
Enjoy
34by151
hi 34by151,
followed your instructions, however,when the unit boots up it has an erroe message "Backup directory not found onstorage Card. Directory:"\Myflash Disk\Backup" is missing. Exiting... then it brings up the WinCe screen.
the card definitely has the three directories. and its a 8 gig card, just formated fat.
When i extracted, using winrar, Update 2 asked to write over the Update 1. I let it do that, thats right yeah?
Any ideas?
hi 34by151,
followed your instructions, however,when the unit boots up it has an erroe message "Backup directory not found onstorage Card. Directory:"\Myflash Disk\Backup" is missing. Exiting... then it brings up the WinCe screen.
the card definitely has the three directories. and its a 8 gig card, just formated fat.
When i extracted, using winrar, Update 2 asked to write over the Update 1. I let it do that, thats right yeah?
Any ideas?
Strange it should be looking for "Storage card\Backup". Will check and get back to you
Cheers
34by151
cheers, i was going crazing thinking i did something wrong.
Found the problem, I included the the wrong version in the rar files
Download this file
replace the copytool.mscr in the sdcard/testmode directory
http://www.4shared.com/file/255159481/26a8a848/CopyTool.html
I'm uploading a revised update with the correct file in it, will let everyone know once that is uploaded
Cheers
34by151
When i extracted, using winrar, Update 2 asked to write over the Update 1. I let it do that, thats right yeah?
Beluga, do you use WinRAR? I highlight both files then right click and select "extract to V3Update03" with WinRAR. I don't get any messages asking to overwrite files. The final extracted folder size is 274Mb, 79 Files & 19 Folders.
When i extracted, using winrar, Update 2 asked to write over the Update 1. I let it do that, thats right yeah?
beluga, cant see how you can get update2 when the files are V3UPDATE03.
lacehim, is correct are you using winrar to extract?
lacehim, check your email regards your question
Cheers
34by151
hi 34by151,
thanks for that, its brought up the backup. when i click on yes, it brings back up the WinCe screen. is there a progress bar? is it backing up? how will i know when its finished? thank you for your help, you are de man.
hi 34by151,
thanks for that, its brought up the backup. when i click on yes, it brings back up the WinCe screen. is there a progress bar? is it backing up? how will i know when its finished? thank you for your help, you are de man.
Sorry no progress bar, it will notify you when each stage is complete.
The Longer copy process (backup and uploading maps) will take 20-30mins
the installer notifies you of this
Cheers
34by151
hi 34by151,
all uploaded... thanks again. will post after i've given it a whirl....
I'm uploading a revised update with the correct file in it, will let everyone know once that is uploaded
Updated Links
http://www.4shared.com/file/255176936/71433445/V3UPDATE03part1.html
http://www.4shared.com/file/255182192/8fe049e8/V3UPDATE03part2.html
The links on page 23 have been updated as well
Cheers
34by151