2005 navigation

[FORDSNUT]

I replaced the 6 disc player in my 05 Expedition with a Navigation system I purchased online. I also purchased a set of dvds for this unit online. They are version 3v. Everything works with the exception the unit thinks it is still in Michigan where it came from. I cannot seem to update my location. Any suggestions? This has really been a learning experience and I found out that I know a hell of a lot less than I thought. Thanks

 

[GAINMOB]

what brand do u have? there should be a way for you to change the setting but u can only do that in navigation mode...on my pioneer...when i select to input an address or location there is an icon with the states outlined...i hit that and there are options for regions that i can choose from for the address search...

so i live in virginia which region 9 and when i go to florida i put in the address and select region 10 or whatever the number is and it maps my directions from virginia to the address in the region i will be in with no problems

 

[FORDSNUT]

I've got a Ford unit. Came out of an 04 Expedition.

 

[GAINMOB]

my bad...

 

[va4wd]

Do you have the GPS antenna installed? It needs to be able to see the satellites to get a position.


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[FORDSNUT]

Yes, installed and getting signal.

 

[FORDSNUT]

I guess what I am looking for is how to change where the unit thinks it is. I have tried re-setting home and that does not work but it is able to locate things around me such as airports, etc.

 

[GAINMOB]

u cant change where it thinks it is...position is gained by bouncing signals from satelites...disconnect battery for a while and try it again...

 

[GAINMOB]

make sure u have the disc in that covers your region

 

[ickfinger]

Jeez, just got my wife an 06 with navi and find it overly complicated to use. I dont have to put discs in to use my $99 Insignia nav unit!

 

[FORDSNUT]

OK, I am at a dead end. Everything is working up to the point where the unit says 'please proceed'. When I start moving the screen does not change. It acts as though it does not recognize that the vehicle is under motion.I have even purchased and installed a new gps ant. Anybody know if this recognition comes from the gps or is it supposed to come from the speed signal input?

 

[GAINMOB]

both...but i dont have a clue with the factory nav to help u...it may need to be reprogrammed...idk

 

[FORDSNUT]

Bingo!

Success. It indeed needs the speed sensor signal wire hooked up. Works like a charm. This has been a good learning experience. I could have opted for a generic off-the-shelf brand and spent less. But this taught me a bunch and now turns out to be fun. Thanks for all the help.