New 14 Limited radio
New 14 Limited radio
Last weekend I picked up a new 14 Limited and of course you know the dealer doesn't go through how to use much other than the basic throttle, brakes,turn signals, etc.
I haven't had time to figure out the radio yet, but was wondering, reading some of the threads here, do I need to do any updates to the GPS, or will I get a message if it is out of date?
I guess the Boom Box manual will go through all that won't it?
I haven't had time to figure out the radio yet, but was wondering, reading some of the threads here, do I need to do any updates to the GPS, or will I get a message if it is out of date?
I guess the Boom Box manual will go through all that won't it?
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It doesn't tell you automatically that it is out of date but I can say I believe it works fine out of the box (talking GPS here) without updates.
Keep in mind, there are two different things to update with the Infotainment system. One seems to update the radio and components while the other updates the GPS and possibly maps.
The procedures to update both are in the manual and seem fairly easy though many (me included) are having problems with the latest releases. Give it time to settle down and hopefully things will get back to normal.
Take time to read the Boom Box booklet but more importantly, try the things you intend to use before taking off on a long ride. The book was ok for telling me about things I might be interested in but it wasn't until trying them out that I learned how to make them happen.
Keep in mind, there are two different things to update with the Infotainment system. One seems to update the radio and components while the other updates the GPS and possibly maps.
The procedures to update both are in the manual and seem fairly easy though many (me included) are having problems with the latest releases. Give it time to settle down and hopefully things will get back to normal.
Take time to read the Boom Box booklet but more importantly, try the things you intend to use before taking off on a long ride. The book was ok for telling me about things I might be interested in but it wasn't until trying them out that I learned how to make them happen.
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I wouldn't suggest doing any software updates until you do some research here. Depending on what is on your bike right now the new 1.18.1 update may make a mess of things.
As far as operation I suggest reading the Boom manual and then spending some time playing with it. It is actually pretty easy to use but takes a bit of time to go through and set up everything like you want it.
Good luck
As far as operation I suggest reading the Boom manual and then spending some time playing with it. It is actually pretty easy to use but takes a bit of time to go through and set up everything like you want it.
Good luck
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Do yourself a favor and throw out the 2014 version of the manual and download the 2015 version. They did a much better job of explaining things in this years edition.
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As far as I know there aren't any updates yet for the GPS. The latest software update for the infotainmnet system is 1.18.1 Check to see if your sysyem has that update, if not go to Harley website to download it to your PC then open folder & copy update into an 8 gig or higher flashdrive. Check your manual as it has info on how to do this. But before you do update check your Navigation software version because there is one version that this update will wipe out your maps. There is a thread on this site but since I'm on vacation right now I can't remember it, but you will see it in the title. Good luck.
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Do yourself a favor and throw out the 2014 version of the manual and download the 2015 version. They did a much better job of explaining things in this years edition.
From 1.2 MB to 5.9 mb, yep I'd say it will do a better job.
I'll read it when it rains this weekend.
Thanks for the info. WRider.
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Do yourself a favor and throw out the 2014 version of the manual and download the 2015 version. They did a much better job of explaining things in this years edition.
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http://boombox.harley-davidson.com/p...oftware_update
this is a tutorial on the harley web site, gives you a run through on the Infotainment System
this is a tutorial on the harley web site, gives you a run through on the Infotainment System
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