Figure 128: Backup Options

Leave the default settings for a full backup and click 'OK' to begin the backup process.

Figure 129: Backing Up

A full backup should take just under 15 minutes.

Figure 130: Backup Successful

Click 'OK' after the backup completes.

Figure 131: ROM Update Available

With the full backup complete, next the software automatically searches for any available firmware updates. In my case, a firmware update was available. I'll click 'Yes' to download and install the firmware update now.

Figure 132: Confirm Dialog

Click 'Yes' to confirm that you want to install the new firmware.

*Important Note: be sure that your battery is fully charged before installing any updates. If you lose power during an update, the GPS won't work and you'll have to restore from the backup you made earlier.

Figure 133: Download Update

The update downloads to your PC first, and then is installed onto the GPS (shown below). Wait for the update to finish downloading...

Figure 134: Installing Firmware

After downloading the update, Content Manager transfers the updated firmware to the GPS.

Figure 135: Firmware Update Complete

Click 'OK' after the firmware update completes.

Magellan's software doesn't tell you what to do next (the update program just unceremoniously exits after you click 'OK'), but you'll want to disconnect the GPS from the computer next and let the new firmware finish installing. That can be a mildly scary process, during which your Magellan Maestro will reboot several times, the screen will go blank, and some cryptic messages will appear on the screen. Don't worry, this is normal.

After the firmware finishes installing on your GPS, and the Main Menu appears on the device, again connect the Maestro to the PC via USB.

Figure 136: Launching Content Manager

After connecting the Maestro to the PC, launch the Content Manager program (if it isn't already running).

Figure 137: Content Manager

After Content Manager loads, click on the blue update icon in the upper left portion of the screen.

Figure 138: Update Available

Magellan's software doesn't provide any details about the available update, other than that it's 262 MB in size. Click 'Yes' to begin downloading.

Figure 139: Downloading

Depending on your internet connection speed, the download will take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour.

Figure 140: Up-to-date

After the update downloads and transfers onto the Maestro 4350, Content Manager reports that "All files are up-to-date", which is a complex way of saying that your Maestro is up to date.

Disconnect the GPS from the computer to allow the update to finish installing. Your Magellan Maestro 4350 is now up-to-date.

12. Technical Specifications

GPS Type

• GPS Chipset Titan
• GPS Accuracy 5-10 meters
• Integrated Antenna Yes

Physical Characteristics

• Product Dimensions 3.25" H x 4.88" W x 0.7" D (8.25 cm H x 12.40 cm W x 1.78 cm D)
• Form Factor Wide screen, ultra-thin
• Product Weight 6.9 oz (196 g)3
• Screen Size 4.3" (10.4 cm)
• Screen Resolution 480 x 272 WQVGA; 64,000 colors
• Battery Type 2200mAH Li-Ion rechargeable
• Battery Life Up to 4 hours4
• User Interface OneTouch

Built-In AAA Travel Information

• AAA TourBook Guide Yes
• AAA Member Roadside Assistance Yes
• AAA Show Your Card & Save Member Discounts Yes

Extra Hardware Features

• USB 2.0
• SD Card Slot Yes
• Memory 2GB

Advanced Software Features

• Map Coverage United States, Puerto Rico, and Canada
• Map Database NAVTEQ ON BOARD
• Searchable Points of Interest 6 million
• SayWhere Text-to-Speech Yes
• Bluetooth Compatibility Yes
• Voice Command and Control No
• Live Traffic (Integrated RDS / TMC)
• 3-month subscription
• Historic Traffic Data Yes
• Pedestrian Mode Yes
• 3D Landmarks Yes
• Media Player MP3, audiobook, and video player
• Integrated FM Transmitter Yes
• QuickSpell Yes
• SmartDetour Yes
• TrueView and 3D Map View Yes
• Night View Yes
• Route Calculator Choose from 4 different route methods: Fastest Time, Shortest Distance, Least Use of Freeways, Most Use of Freeways. Option to Avoid All Toll Roads
• VantagePoint Support Basic