Definitely make sure that you have the right version as mentioned above. I was annoyed that my navigation unit kept spitting out the DVD, then I used the correct one and it worked fine.
If the old disk works but the new one doesn't, I don't think you need a laser repair. After thinking some more about it, you might need to upgrade the firmware to use a more recent disk. Look for the v.32 firmware instructions - I think you can find them in the DIY section.
if the old disk works but the new one doesn't, i don't think you need a laser repair. After thinking some more about it, you might need to upgrade the firmware to use a more recent disk. look for the v.32 firmware instructions - i think you can find them in the diy section.
It sounds like the head is failing, had the same symptoms and eventually the original wouldn't read. Cleaning it inst going to make much difference. Try the firmware update first just in case as suggested
Thanks for all of the input guys...Like I said, the old disc NEVER presented these error messages; The firmware upgrade sounds like a great Idea...I'll let you know!:thumbup:
Well as it turns out, I have the 9.8.2 hex firmware, so I have nothing to upgrade too, as I understand it. I drove 600 miles this weekend with the factory disc and had no issues whatsoever. Hmmmm...
Ok, went to Tom Bush BMW in Jacksonville to purchase the firmware update that this site says can be had for $10. Not according to Tony, their "expert". He will not sell the update but will install it for 1 hour labor, or $125. Nice...btw, the links in the firmware upgrade instructions don't work, so I'm unable to burn a CD. Is the upgrade disc available for purchase elsewhere? Thx
Ohhhh! so YOU"RE the seller of disc in question huh? Well I'm afraid I'm gonna have to Lock you out of this thread for Fraud! Lmaoooooooooo!:rofl::rofl:
Ohhhh! so YOU"RE the seller of disc in question huh? Well I'm afraid I'm gonna have to Lock you out of this thread for Fraud! Lmaoooooooooo!:rofl::rofl:
Are there any instructions available for how to update the firmware? I'm getting the error that there's no disk in there....but it is.
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