Heads up boys and girls, after seeing this thread:

https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...1#post13638909

I called Navtech (1-888-549-3798) and told them I wanted to buy in at the same price for the RL and they matched it with no hassle.

Its worth a try if you are interested.

 

Heavy, I have the old 2005 map. Besides updated maps, are there any features that are added? I have no problems using my maps, and want to know if the upgrade is worth while.

 

Thats a long standing debate my friend.

And has earned its own thread:

https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-rl-audio-bluetooth-electronics-navigation-90/need-upgrade-disk-navi-system-848890/
https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-rl-audio-bluetooth-electronics-navigation-90/updating-05-rl-firmware-using-4-31c-844007/

For a fact here is what I can tell you:

To properly install navigation system software
version 4.73, the setup update disc that comes with
this software version must also have its software
installed. If it’s not installed, the system might not
boot up or it might just reboot over and over.
If you get a vehicle in your shop for either of those
problems, installing the setup update disc software
will restore normal operation. If, however, your
service client never got that disc, you’ll need to order
him or her a replacement. Just call the Acura Disc
Fulfillment Center at 888-549-3798, and request one
at no charge.

 

My G/F got the latest version last week, BEFORE the sale...she called up today and they took the difference off, no questions asked. FINALLY the disc is at a decent price...offer expires 6/30/12.

 

Just ordered mine, I am glad that the special price is here because I was going to get it anyway this year.

 

Whats the special price? I just ordered the 2012 map for 149 is that a goo deal?

 

Omfg..... I just got off the phone with navteq right now and they rembursed me $50 for a white DVD update I ordered a week ago. Awsome awesome awesome I love thi forum

 

Congrats, yes acurazine win.

 

Yep.

 

So what exactly am i suppose to do? just called and ask for the updated disc at the discounted rate

 

if anybody has the updated disc can i borrow it ? i will send the money via paypal and return it back as soon as i upload it

 

This is the thread for those requests: https://acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=848890

You might have more luck there, if you spend the 99 dollars you will get an update CD.

 

I just got something in the mail today - go to acuranavi.com/white05

It's the 2012 map update for 2005 RL's for $99.00.

 

Same here.

 

Quick Question- I just got my 2005 Acura RL, not sure which map software I have. If I purchase the $99 upgrade, will it just be the maps, or will it also be the firmware upgrade?

 

Just got mine today, thank you fellas!

 

If you pick the 05 when ordering it will have both.

 

Does anyone happen to know what exactly is included with the firmware update? I can understand the maps, but does the firmware bring any new Nav features? I was always hoping they would move away from the stick figure mapping. I'm still running the OEM disc, haven't felt compelled to upgrade but for $99 I might spring for it.

 

Similar convo.

 

I'm looking into getting the update disk... a few questions though... I've got an 06, which I think is the white disk, but I saw somewhere it might need the orange one? Can anyone tell me for sure which one I would use? I saw with an 05, you get 2 disks. Do you need 2 disks with the 06 or was that a difference between the 2 model years?

Also, Is this something that can be "ripped" off the internet onto a dvd-r and still work? (not asking whether you would do it or not, just wondering if it would work).

Thanks.

 

The RL is always white. Pop out the disk that's in there and take a look at the version. I believe if it's 4.09, 4.11, 4.12, 4.13(A, B, C, 0), or 4.20(A, B), you'll need the firmware disk. I have an FTP site with an image of the firmware disk, if you want it send me a PM. After you've got that squared away, it is theoretically possible to burn a new nav disk from the internet. I won't tell you how, though. You'll need a total of two blank dual layer DVDs if you go this route.

 

The 1.29 firmware disk addresses the issues in TSB 07-022 (you can look it up by following the instructions at https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-rl-2005-2012-76/2nd-gen-rl-tsb-information-789213/).

 

I checked the disk in the trunk. I'm running 4.31c disk. So based off your post, I should just need the updated disk and I'll be all set.

Thanks for the help.

 

If you wanted to double check, you could also find the firmware version of the nav system. I forget exactly how you do this, but you go into the setup options, and I think it's under system info or something like that. If it's 1.29 or higher, you definitely don't need the firmware disk.

 

Just checked the website, they are offering free shipping now and it is extended till July 8th. Ordering mine NOW!!!

http://www.navigation.com/is-bin/INT...sAAAEciSN9YZDi

 

This guy on ebay is selling it for 79.00 with free shipping. I offered him 70.00 and he accepted. Good Luck.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/330754788418...witem=&vxp=mtr

 

Anyone know when the 2013 edition upgrade is going to be released?

 

Try the FAQs

http://www.navigation.com/is-bin/INT...EciSN9YZDi#a27