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Old 11-30-2005, 06:53 PM
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Default Official Zenrin 6.4 DVD Nav update thread

OK, like many of you I have got the card from Zenrin for the $190 6.4 upgrade. I have an 03 touring with the original 6.1 DVD. Has anyone upgraded yet? Is it worth it?
Old 12-01-2005, 09:08 AM
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I ordered one. I'm sure alot has been updated since v6.2 that came with the car.

Good news is I made a backup of a 6.2 map disc on a dual layer dvd r+ which works flawlessly. So assuming I can do the same for v6.4 this baby is going up on eBay

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Old 12-01-2005, 09:35 AM
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I have to eject the disk and see which version I have. I assume it's 6.2, since I recall buying an update after I bought my car. I assume this is just another data update and does not include the improved GUI that comes with the 7.x version of the software.
Old 12-01-2005, 10:26 AM
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Originally Posted by xtazee
I ordered one. I'm sure alot has been updated since v6.2 that came with the car.

Good news is I made a backup of a 6.2 map disc on a dual layer dvd r+ which works flawlessly. So assuming I can do the same for v6.4 this baby is going up on eBay
Wow. Realy? What program did you use?
Old 12-01-2005, 10:37 AM
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I'm ordering mine this week (as soon as my bonus hits my bank account). If I remember, I'll put a review on improvements over the '03 disk after I get it.
Old 12-01-2005, 10:49 AM
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Originally Posted by mcduck
I'm ordering mine this week (as soon as my bonus hits my bank account). If I remember, I'll put a review on improvements over the '03 disk after I get it.
Cool!
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Wow. Realy? What program did you use?
DvD Decrypter (v3.540).

The key is to use a drive (I used a Plextor PX-716A) that supports changing the Book Type (bitsetting) for DvD+R DL media to DvD-ROM so that the navigation system will see the burned disc as a DvD-ROM (as is the original disc) and not a burned DvD+R DL disc.

DvD Decrypter allows you to change the Book Type for DvD+R and DvD+R DL media to DvD-ROM on drives that support the changing of media book type (bitsetting).-

Tools==>Drive==>Change Book Type

After changing the Book Type for the media, I first created an image file (.iso) of the Map DvD with DvD Decrypter using the ISO read mode. Then burned the image file onto a DvD+R DL disc using the ISO write mode.

Works as well as the original
Old 12-01-2005, 11:52 AM
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Originally Posted by xtazee
DvD Decrypter (v3.540).

The key is to use a drive (I used a Plextor PX-716A) that supports changing the Book Type (bitsetting) for DvD+R DL media to DvD-ROM so that the navigation system will see the burned disc as a DvD-ROM (as is the original disc) and not a burned DvD+R DL disc.

DvD Decrypter allows you to change the Book Type for DvD+R and DvD+R DL media to DvD-ROM on drives that support the changing of media book type (bitsetting).-

Tools==>Drive==>Change Book Type

After changing the Book Type for the media, I first created an image file (.iso) of the Map DvD with DvD Decrypter using the ISO read mode. Then burned the image file onto a DvD+R DL disc using the ISO write mode.

Works as well as the original
Wow. Over my head, but a great way to protect your investment!
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You can also do the same thing using Nero v6 or greater.-

Recorder Tab==>Choose Recorder (select your dual layer burner dvd burner) ==> Options tab and select DVD-ROM from the Book Type drop down.

You basically only need to have a dual layer burner that supports bitsetting and a blank dvd +r dual layer disc.

Then you create the image and burn it. No other tools are required since the disc doesn't have any copy protection scheme ( like DvD movies).

I'll update how it goes once I get the v6.4 update.
Old 12-02-2005, 11:09 AM
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how much for Dual-Layer Disc now?
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Originally Posted by Bubble
how much for Dual-Layer Disc now?
I've picked up a 10 disc spindle on sale at Best Buy for $19.99. Regularly go for $30 - $50 per spindle.
Old 12-03-2005, 10:33 AM
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Default Group buy!

Let's help Beaker02 recoup his investment with a group buy!

;-)
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I am up for a group buy....and it is xtazee that is copying it right?

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Old 12-03-2005, 11:56 AM
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Im in if it get started.
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Anyone know if we could "retrofit" the new interface? Is it that much different/better? I hve an 05 and have been considering getting a new dvd.
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So if this works cant you ripp and burn a movie using the same process to make the DVD-ROM read the movie in your car? Just a thought!
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Originally Posted by fleafly
So if this works cant you ripp and burn a movie using the same process to make the DVD-ROM read the movie in your car? Just a thought!
I doubt it, because the DVD drive would not have a DVD video decoder.
Old 12-06-2005, 04:33 PM
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Hey guys, I've got 6.1. I would be willing to buy 6.2 or greater from anybody that upgrades to 6.4. Let me know if you guys decide to sell. If you guys look at an 06 Z brochure from Nissan, the GPS layout looks better. I wonder if the 6.4 update will change the look, or is it the whole system?
Old 12-06-2005, 05:22 PM
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I have 6.1 also and would be down for an update!
Old 12-06-2005, 06:04 PM
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Nobody wants to try to burn a 6.4 disc and offer it as a "Member Special"? I'd pay...


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