No not had that problem mine been in for 6 months now i never take it out never had any problems with it.  Freelander2 GS TD4 Manual in Lago Grey .Roof Mount DVD 9.2''Screen~Window Tints~Parrot CK3100 Bluetooth~Retro Fit Sony Satnav~iPhone Dashmount~Side Steps~Woodco Armrest~Mudflaps~Land Rover Sunglass Holder~LED Interior Lights~Private Plate.Evoque Collected 17th Sept 2012.


Also Audi TT Roadster.

Jum wrote:

Browse folders to find required files. Rename the files by putting old in front of the name and then copy new files to replace them.

Excellent stuff!

I can't replace sony.bmp and service.bmp in the Windows folder. How did you manage it? New: Freelander2 GS 62 plate (MY13) - Santorini Black with Clearview & Front PDC
Old: Freelander2 XS 09 Plate - Zermatt Silver with ST3 remap (eco map), Garmin 1490T Sat Nav, Rear Seat Entertainment kit

darrellr wrote:

Jum wrote:

Browse folders to find required files. Rename the files by putting old in front of the name and then copy new files to replace them.

Excellent stuff!

I can't replace sony.bmp and service.bmp in the Windows folder. How did you manage it?

Never manage to do this as well.  Freelander2 GS TD4 Manual in Lago Grey .Roof Mount DVD 9.2''Screen~Window Tints~Parrot CK3100 Bluetooth~Retro Fit Sony Satnav~iPhone Dashmount~Side Steps~Woodco Armrest~Mudflaps~Land Rover Sunglass Holder~LED Interior Lights~Private Plate.Evoque Collected 17th Sept 2012.


Also Audi TT Roadster.

i couldnt rename but could drag and drop/overwrite by using explorer to open the device as a drive.

interstingly when you reset (using the button underneath, or one of the random resets i have experienced) these two files return to the original sony ones..

ikduncan wrote:

i couldnt rename but could drag and drop/overwrite by using explorer to open the device as a drive.

interstingly when you reset (using the button underneath, or one of the random resets i have experienced) these two files return to the original sony ones..

ikduncan wrote:

i couldnt rename but could drag and drop/overwrite by using explorer to open the device as a drive.

interstingly when you reset (using the button underneath, or one of the random resets i have experienced) these two files return to the original sony ones..

Just for info I've had both Igo8 and Tomtom running on this unit,but there are problems with the satnav shutting down when the power is disconnected.
Mick Commercial S,with climate and leather retrim

ikduncan wrote:

i couldnt rename but could drag and drop/overwrite by using explorer to open the device as a drive.

interstingly when you reset (using the button underneath, or one of the random resets i have experienced) these two files return to the original sony ones..

I forgot to post my solution - first copy the service and startup bitmaps to a writable directory on the device and then move them into the windows folder. Dunno why it makes a difference  New: Freelander2 GS 62 plate (MY13) - Santorini Black with Clearview & Front PDC
Old: Freelander2 XS 09 Plate - Zermatt Silver with ST3 remap (eco map), Garmin 1490T Sat Nav, Rear Seat Entertainment kit

If anyone is looking for one here they are on ebay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...0155846339

£74.99 + P&P New

Just got myself one

Also here is the Link to the sony product page http://www.sony.co.uk/product/icm-navigation/nv-u83

carlrsaunders wrote:

If anyone is looking for one here they are on ebay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vie...0155846339

£74.99 + P&P New

Just got myself one

Also here is the Link to the sony product page http://www.sony.co.uk/product/icm-navigation/nv-u83

Personal Navigation Devices: Map update and online content services


Dear valued nav-u customer,
Sony wishes to inform you that there will be some changes to the services on www.navu.sony-europe.com in the next few years.

www.navu.sony-europe.com offers map, safety camera and traffic message channel (TMC) online for Sony nav-u products. This service was opened in January, 2007 and is compatible with the following products:



NV-U50 / NV-U50T / NV-U51 / NV-U52

NV-U70T / NV-U71T / NV-U72T / NV-U73T

NV-U82 / NV-U83

NV-U92T / NV-U93T

From June 2008, map updates will be available via DVD only. In future, you will be able to purchase all map updates from www.sonystyle-europe.com in the navigation section or via a link on the map section of www.navu.sony-europe.com.
Safety camera and TMC will continue to be offered on www.navu.sony-europe.com online services.

Furthermore, we plan to continue our map update and online safety camera and TMC service up until 2010 or 2011 depending on the model.*


NV-U50, NV-U50T and NV-U70T map updates will be available via DVD until 2010.

NV-U51, NV-U52, NV-U71T, NV-U72T, NV-U73T, NV-U82, NV-U83, NV-U92T, and NV-U93T map updates will be available until 2011.

Safety Camera and TMC activation service (compatible with NV-U51, NV-U52, NV-U71T, NV-U72T, NV-U73T, NV-U82, NV-U83, NV-U92T, and NV-U93T) will be available until 2010.

After these dates, you can continue to enjoy your nav-u product for as long as you wish. All map or content data stored on your device and/or PC will remain unaffected.
All customer support and repair services will still be available through your local Sony service facilities.


*Note: this date may be subject to change, please check nav-u information for any updates.

Had this sat nav working in the car for almost 15 nonths now but some how i dont seen to get the speed camera warnings any more when i approach them any idea how to get them back.  Freelander2 GS TD4 Manual in Lago Grey .Roof Mount DVD 9.2''Screen~Window Tints~Parrot CK3100 Bluetooth~Retro Fit Sony Satnav~iPhone Dashmount~Side Steps~Woodco Armrest~Mudflaps~Land Rover Sunglass Holder~LED Interior Lights~Private Plate.Evoque Collected 17th Sept 2012.


Also Audi TT Roadster.

All sorted downloaded the latest speed camera data from sony for another 12 months FREE and re-activated it.  Freelander2 GS TD4 Manual in Lago Grey .Roof Mount DVD 9.2''Screen~Window Tints~Parrot CK3100 Bluetooth~Retro Fit Sony Satnav~iPhone Dashmount~Side Steps~Woodco Armrest~Mudflaps~Land Rover Sunglass Holder~LED Interior Lights~Private Plate.Evoque Collected 17th Sept 2012.


Also Audi TT Roadster.

Neil wrote:

I wired mine into the power lead that powers the front cigarette lighter; saves going behind the dash.

Podcast wrote:

Barton Freelander wrote:

thanks just ordered one.

Good choice, I can post more pics if you have issues installing it, I used a 10mm drill bit to open up the left-hand hole & the only issue I had was accidentally knocking off the connecting arm for the air vent behind the open/close 'wheel' when I was feeding the lead through ....which after abit of fiddling I was able to snap back on!

Also, the fit is pretty snug, not jammed in but also not loose & 0.60mph in 11.6 secs means it won't come flying out under 'heavy' acceleration

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Hi PODCAST,
I notice there are many SONY MODELS like 92,53,83 etc do you happen to know if any of them fit the hole in the dash
and I would welcome more pictures I am about to order the Sat