Garmin GPS Receiver 010 01002 29 User Manual

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Using Photo Navigation...................................15  
Setting a Simulated Location...........................15  
Saving Locations .............................................16  
Table of Contents  
Getting Started����������������������������������������� 1  
Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power...........1  
About myDashboard..........................................2  
About Sleep Mode.............................................4  
Adjusting the Screen Brightness .......................4  
Adjusting the Volume.........................................4  
About Automatic Volume ...................................5  
Status Bar Icons ................................................5  
Satellite Signals.................................................6  
Using the On-screen Buttons ............................7  
Using the On-screen Keyboard .........................7  
About Shortcuts.................................................8  
Voice Command������������������������������������� 18  
About Voice Commands..................................18  
Navigation ���������������������������������������������� 21  
Starting a Route...............................................21  
Following an Automobile Route.......................22  
About Exit Services .........................................23  
Avoiding Road Features..................................24  
Navigating Off Road ........................................24  
Pedestrian Routes...........................................24  
Map Pages���������������������������������������������� 26  
Customizing the Map.......................................26  
Viewing Turns..................................................27  
Viewing Current Location Information .............30  
Finding Locations������������������������������������ 8  
About Locations.................................................9  
About Search Tools ......................................... 11  
Saving a Home Location .................................14  
Finding Recently Found Places.......................14  
Finding Parking................................................15  
Hands-Free Phone Calls ����������������������� 30  
About Hands-Free Calling ...............................30  
Placing a Call...................................................32  
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Using In-Call Options ......................................33 Using the Language Guide..............................49  
Saving a Home Phone Number.......................34  
Traffic������������������������������������������������������ 50  
Using the Apps �������������������������������������� 34 Disabling Live Traffic .......................................50  
Using Help.......................................................34 Traffic Data......................................................51  
About Smartphone Link...................................34 Traffic Receiver ...............................................51  
About Garmin Live Services............................36 Traffic on Your Route.......................................52  
About ecoRoute ..............................................37 Traffic in Your Area ..........................................53  
Viewing myGarmin Messages.........................40 Understanding Traffic Data..............................53  
Viewing the Weather Forecast ........................40 About Traffic Cameras.....................................54  
About Audiobooks............................................42 Traffic Subscriptions........................................54  
Planning a Trip.................................................44  
Viewing Pictures..............................................45  
Data Management���������������������������������� 55  
File Types ........................................................56  
Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations.....46  
About Memory Cards.......................................56  
Using the World Clock ....................................46  
Transferring Files from Your Computer ...........56  
Setting an Alarm ..............................................46  
Deleting Files ..................................................57  
Finding Parking................................................47  
Customizing the Device����������������������� 58  
Map and Vehicle Settings................................58  
Navigation Settings..........................................59  
Display Settings...............................................60  
Finding Your Last Parking Spot .......................47  
Using the Calculator ........................................47  
Converting Units .............................................47  
About Offers ....................................................48  
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Bluetooth Settings ...........................................60 Troubleshooting ..............................................70  
Traffic Settings.................................................61  
Index ������������������������������������������������������� 72  
Units and Time Settings...................................62  
Language and Keyboard Settings ...................62  
Proximity Alerts Settings..................................63  
Device Settings................................................63  
Restoring Settings ...........................................63  
Appendix ������������������������������������������������ 64  
Power Cables ..................................................64  
Caring for Your Device.....................................64  
Erasing User Data ...........................................65  
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power  
Cable ...............................................................66  
Mounting on Your Dashboard..........................66  
Removing the Device, Cradle, and Mount.......67  
Updating Maps ...............................................67  
Purchasing Additional Maps ............................68  
Safety Cameras...............................................68  
Custom Points of Interest ................................69  
Purchasing Accessories ..................................69  
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Connecting the Device to Vehicle  
Power  
Getting Started  
WARNING  
WARNING  
See the Important Safety and Product  
Information guide in the product box for product  
warnings and other important information.  
This product contains a lithium-ion battery.  
To prevent the possibility of personal injury or  
product damage caused by battery exposure  
to extreme heat, remove the device from the  
vehicle when exiting or store it out of direct  
sunlight.  
Connect the device to vehicle power  
(page 1).  
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Mount the device (page 1).  
Register the device (page 3).  
Check for updates.  
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Before you use your device on battery power,  
you should charge it.  
Plug the vehicle power cable into the  
USB port on the device .  
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Software updates (page 3).  
Free map update (page 3).  
Snap the mount onto the suction cup .  
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Press the suction cup to the windshield, and  
flip the lever back toward the windshield.  
Fit the bottom of your device into the mount.  
Tilt your device back until it snaps into place.  
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About myDashboard  
Use myDashboard to register your device, check  
for software and map updates, access product  
manuals and support, and more.  
Setting Up myDashboard  
Connect the USB cable to the USB port  
on the device.  
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Plug the other end of the vehicle power  
cable into a power outlet in your vehicle.  
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If necessary, connect the external antenna  
to the traffic receiver and secure it to the  
windshield using the suction cups.  
Connect the USB cable to the USB port on  
your computer.  
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Follow the on-screen instructions.  
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Registering the Device  
Updating Maps  
Open myDashboard (page 2).  
Open myDashboard (page 2).  
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Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Register the device (page 3).  
Under Map Updates, click Update Now.  
Updating the Software  
If a free map update is no longer available,  
click Buy Now.  
Open myDashboard (page 2).  
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Under Software Updates, click Update Now.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
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Turning Off the Device  
You can turn off the device completely.  
nüMaps Guarantee™  
If you register through myDashboard, your  
device could be eligible for one free map update  
within 90 days of first acquiring satellites while  
you drive. Go to www.garmin.com/numaps for  
details and terms and conditions.  
Hold the Power key  
for 3 seconds.  
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NOTE: If you hold the Power key for less  
than 3 seconds, the device enters sleep  
mode (page 4).  
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Select Off.  
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Adjusting the Screen Brightness  
Select Settings > Display > Brightness.  
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Resetting the Device  
You can reset your device if it stops functioning.  
Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness.  
Hold the Power key for 10 seconds.  
Adjusting the Volume  
Select Volume.  
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About Sleep Mode  
Select an option:  
Use sleep mode to conserve battery power  
when your device is not in use. Sleep mode  
uses very little power, and a battery charge lasts  
for weeks when your device is in sleep mode.  
Use the slider bar to adjust the volume.  
Select  
to mute the device.  
Select  
> Audio Mixer and use the  
slider bars to adjust the volume for  
navigation prompts, phone, and media.  
Entering Sleep Mode  
Press the Power key.  
Exiting Sleep Mode  
While the device is in sleep mode, Press the  
Power key.  
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About Automatic Volume  
Status Bar Icons  
NOTE: Automatic volume is not available on all  
The status bar is located at the top of the main  
menu. The status bar icons display information  
about features on the device. You can select  
some icons to change settings or view additional  
information.  
models.  
Your device can increase or decrease the  
volume automatically based on the level of  
background noise.  
GPS signal status.  
Enabling Automatic Volume  
Bluetooth® technology status (appears  
when Bluetooth is enabled). See page 30.  
Select Volume >  
> Automatic Volume.  
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Select Enabled.  
Transportation mode indicator.  
Current time.  
Battery status.  
Smartphone Link status (appears when  
connected to Smartphone Link). See  
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Transportation Modes  
Satellite Signals  
After the device is turned on, it begins acquiring  
satellite signals. The device may need a clear  
view of the sky to acquire satellite signals. When  
Automobile mode  
Pedestrian mode  
at least one of the  
bars is green, your  
device has acquired satellite signals.  
Routing and navigation are calculated differently  
based on your transportation mode.  
For more information about GPS, go to  
For example, in Automobile mode, the estimated  
time of arrival is calculated using the speed  
limit of the roads on the route. Pedestrian mode  
calculates time of arrival based on walking  
speed.  
Viewing GPS Signal Status  
Hold  
for three seconds.  
NOTE: Pedestrian routes do not include  
highways. If you have cityXplorermaps loaded  
on your device, pedestrian routes may include  
public transit (page 25).  
Choosing a Transportation Mode  
Select  
or  
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Battery Information  
After the device is connected to power, it begins  
to charge.  
Using the On-screen Keyboard  
See “Language and Keyboard Settings” to  
change the keyboard layout (page 62).  
in the status bar indicates the status of the  
internal battery. To increase the accuracy of the  
battery gauge, you should fully discharge the  
battery and then fully charge it. Do not unplug  
the device until it is fully charged.  
Select a character on the keyboard to enter  
a letter or number.  
Select  
Select  
Select  
to add a space.  
to delete an entry.  
to delete a character.  
to select the keyboard language  
Using the On-screen Buttons  
Select  
mode.  
Select  
Hold  
to return to the previous screen.  
to quickly return to the main menu.  
Select  
to enter special characters,  
such as punctuation marks.  
Select to change character  
capitalization.  
Select or  
Hold or  
to see more choices.  
to scroll faster.  
Select  
to see a menu of options for the  
current screen.  
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About Shortcuts  
Finding Locations  
The device offers many methods for finding  
You can add shortcuts to the Where To? menu.  
A shortcut can point to a location, a category, or  
a search tool.  
locations.  
By category (page 9)  
Adding a Shortcut Icon  
The Where To? menu can contain up to 36  
shortcut icons.  
Near another location (page 10)  
By spelling the name (page 12)  
By address (page 12)  
Select Where To? > Add Shortcut.  
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Using the map (page 13)  
Select an item.  
Using recently found locations (page 14)  
Using coordinates (page 13)  
Using the map (page 13)  
Removing a Shortcut  
Select Where To >  
Shortcut(s).  
> Remove  
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Using photos (page 15)  
Select the shortcut to remove.  
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Using saved locations (page 16)  
Select the shortcut again to confirm.  
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About Locations  
The detailed maps loaded in your device contain  
locations, such as restaurants, hotels, and auto  
services. You can use the Categories function to  
browse for nearby businesses and attractions.  
Enter all or part of the name.  
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Select  
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Finding a Location by Category  
Finding a Location Using the Search Bar  
Select Where To?.  
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You can use the search bar to search for  
locations by entering a category, brand name,  
address, or city name.  
Select a category, or select Categories.  
If necessary, select a subcategory.  
Select a location.  
Select Where To?.  
Select the search bar.  
Enter a search term.  
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Searching Within a Category  
To narrow your search results, you can search  
within some categories.  
Suggested search terms appear below the  
search bar as you type.  
Select Where To?.  
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Select an option:  
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Select a category, or select Categories.  
If necessary, select a subcategory.  
Select the search bar .  
To search for a type of business, enter a  
category name, such as “movie theaters” or  
“coffee shops.”  
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To search for a business by name, enter  
all or part of the name.  
Changing the Search Area  
By default, your device finds locations closest  
to your current location. You can find a location  
near another city or location.  
To search for an address near you, enter  
the street number and street name.  
Select Where To? > Searching Near.  
To search for an address in another city,  
enter the street number, street name,  
city, and state.  
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Select an option.  
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If necessary, select a location.  
To search for a city, enter the city and  
state.  
Reporting a Closed or Missing Location  
If your search results include an outdated or  
incorrect location, you can report the error to  
Garmin and remove the location from future  
searches.  
To search for coordinates, enter latitude  
and longitude coordinates.  
Select an option:  
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To search using a suggested search  
term, select the term.  
Find a location (page 8).  
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Select a location from the list.  
To search using the text you entered,  
Select  
Select  
.
select  
.
> Edit.  
If necessary, select a location.  
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Select Report as Closed or Report as  
Missing.  
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This information is sent to Garmin when you  
connect to Smartphone Link or when you  
connect your device to myGarmin using your  
computer (page 35).  
Select the stars to rate the point of interest.  
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The star rating updates on your device.  
About Search Tools  
Editing Location Information  
You can change the address or phone number  
for a location that appears in the search results.  
Search tools allow you to search for cities,  
addresses, intersections, or coordinates. By  
default, the address search tool appears in  
the Where To? menu. To search for cities,  
intersections, and coordinates, you must add  
those search tools to the Where To? menu  
(page 8).  
Find a location (page 8).  
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Select a location from the list.  
Select  
Select  
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> Edit.  
Finding Fuel Stations and Prices  
Select Address or Phone Number, and  
enter the new information.  
Before you can use this feature, you must  
subscribe to the Fuel Price service, and your  
device must be connected to a supported phone  
running Smartphone Link (page 34). This feature  
is not available in all areas.  
Rating a Point of Interest  
You can assign a star rating to a point of  
interest.  
You can find nearby fuel stations and compare  
fuel prices.  
Find a location (page 8).  
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Select  
>
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Select Where To? > Fuel Prices.  
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If necessary, select  
fuel type, and select Save.  
> Fuel Type, select a  
Enter a city name, and select  
Select a city.  
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Select a fuel station.  
Finding an Intersection  
Finding an Address  
Before you can find an intersection, you must  
add a shortcut to the intersection search tool  
(page 8).  
NOTE: The order of the steps may change  
depending on the map data loaded on your  
device.  
Select Where To? > Categories >  
Intersections.  
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Select Where To? > Address.  
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Enter information as prompted by the on-  
screen instructions.  
Select a state or province.  
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NOTE: If necessary, select State or Country  
If necessary, select Searching Near, and  
enter a different city or postal code.  
to change the country, state, or province.  
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Enter the first street name, and select Next.  
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If necessary, select the address.  
If necessary, select the street.  
Finding a City  
Before you can find a city, you must add the city  
search tool to the Where To? menu (page 8).  
Enter the second street name, and select  
Next.  
If necessary, select the street.  
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Select Where To? > Categories > Cities.  
Select Enter Search.  
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If necessary, select the intersection.  
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Finding a Location Using Coordinates  
Select View Map.  
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You can find a location using latitude and  
longitude coordinates. This method can be  
helpful when geocaching.  
Select the screen.  
Drag and zoom the map to display the area  
to search.  
Select Where To? > Categories >  
Coordinates.  
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Location markers appear on the map for  
places along the road.  
If necessary, select  
correct coordinate format for the type of map  
you are using, and select Save.  
> Format, select the  
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If necessary, select , and select a  
category icon to view only a specific  
category of places.  
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Select the latitude coordinate.  
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Select an option:  
Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.  
Select the longitude coordinate.  
Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.  
Select View on Map.  
Select a location marker.  
Select a point, such as a street,  
intersection, or address location.  
If necessary, select the location description  
to view additional information.  
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Finding a Location by Browsing the Map  
Finding a Location Using Quick Search  
After you have performed a search for a point  
of interest, certain categories may display a  
Before you can find places included in the map  
data, such as restaurants, hospitals, and fuel  
stations, you must enable the map layer for  
places along the road (page 26).  
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Quick Search list that displays the last four  
destinations you selected.  
Going Home  
Select Where To? > Go Home.  
Select Where To?.  
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Editing Your Home Location Information  
Select a category, or select Categories.  
Select Where To? > Saved > Home.  
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If applicable, select a destination from the  
Quick Search list.  
Select  
> Edit.  
Enter your changes.  
If necessary, select the appropriate  
destination.  
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Select Done.  
Finding Recently Found Places  
Your device stores the last 50 locations you  
have found.  
Saving a Home Location  
You can set your home location for the location  
you return to most often.  
Select Where To? > Recent.  
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Select Where To? >  
Location.  
> Set Home  
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Select a location.  
Select Enter My Address, Use My Current  
Location, or Recently Found.  
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Clearing the List of Recently Found Places  
Select Where To? > Recent >  
> Yes.  
> Clear  
The location is saved as “Home” in the Saved  
folder (page 16).  
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A list of pictures with location information  
appears.  
Finding Parking  
You can find detailed parking information and  
pricing information.  
Select a picture.  
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Select Where To? > Categories > Parking.  
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Setting a Simulated Location  
Select a parking location.  
If you are indoors or not receiving satellite  
signals, you can use the GPS to set a simulated  
location.  
Using Photo Navigation  
You can upload pictures onto your device or  
memory card that include location information  
and create routes to the pictured locations.  
Select Settings > Navigation.  
Select GPS Simulator.  
Select View Map.  
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Connect your device to your computer (page  
56).  
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Select an area on the map.  
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The address of the location appears at the  
bottom of the screen.  
Follow the instructions on the Web site to  
select and load pictures.  
Select the address.  
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Disconnect the device from the computer.  
Turn on the device.  
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Select Set Location.  
From the main menu, select Where To? >  
Saved > Photos.  
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If necessary, select a category, or select All  
Categories.  
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Saving Locations  
You can save locations so you can quickly find  
them and create routes to them.  
Select a location.  
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Select Go!.  
Saving a Location  
Find a location (page 9).  
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Editing a Saved Location  
Select Where To? > Saved.  
If necessary, select a category.  
Select a location.  
Select a location from the list.  
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Select  
Select  
.
> Save.  
Select  
Select  
.
If necessary, enter a name, and select Done.  
> Edit.  
Saving Your Current Location  
Select an option:  
From the map, select the vehicle icon.  
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Select Name.  
Select Save.  
Select Phone Number.  
Enter a name, and select Done.  
Select OK.  
To assign categories to the Favorite,  
select Categories.  
Starting a Route to a Saved Location  
To save a photo with the Favorite, select  
Assign Photo (page 45).  
Select Where To? > Saved.  
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To change the symbol used to mark the  
Favorite on a map, select Change Map  
Symbol.  
Suggested categories appear below the text  
bar as you type. You can select a suggested  
word to use the suggestion.  
Edit the information.  
Select Done.  
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Select Done.  
Sharing a Saved Location  
If you save the location of a business that is not  
in the map data, you can share the location with  
Garmin so that it can be added to future map  
updates and shared with the Garmin community.  
Shared locations are sent to Garmin when you  
Assigning Categories to a Saved  
Location  
You can add custom categories to organize your  
saved locations.  
NOTE: Categories appear in the saved locations connect your device to myGarmin using your  
menu after you have saved more than 12  
locations.  
computer.  
Select Where To? > Saved.  
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Select Where To? > Saved.  
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If necessary, select a category.  
Select a location.  
Select a location.  
Select  
Select  
.
Select  
.
> Edit > Categories.  
Select Share Place.  
Enter one or more category names,  
separated by commas.  
Enter one or more categories that apply to  
the location, and select Done.  
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Select Share.  
Setting your Wakeup Phrase  
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The wakeup phrase is a word or phrase you can  
say to activate Voice Command. The default  
wakeup phrase is Voice Command.  
Deleting a Saved Location  
NOTE: Deleted locations cannot be recovered.  
Select Where To? > Saved.  
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TIP: You can reduce the chance of accidental  
Voice Command activation by using a strong  
wakeup phrase.  
Select  
> Delete Saved Places.  
Select the box next to the saved locations to  
delete, and select Delete.  
Select Apps > Voice Command >  
Customize Phrase.  
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Enter a new wakeup phrase.  
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Voice Command  
The device indicates the strength of the  
wakeup phrase as you enter the phrase.  
About Voice Commands  
NOTE: Voice Command is not available on all  
models, or for all languages and regions.  
Select Done.  
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Activating Voice Command  
Say your wakeup phrase.  
Voice Command allows you to use your device  
by saying words and commands. The Voice  
Command menu provides voice prompts and a  
list of available commands.  
The Voice Command menu appears.  
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Voice Command Tips  
Starting a Route Using Voice Command  
Speak in a normal voice directed at the  
device.  
You can say the names of popular, well-known  
locations.  
Reduce background noise, such as voices  
or the radio, to increase the accuracy of the  
voice recognition.  
Say your wakeup phrase (page 18).  
1
2
Say Find Place.  
Speak commands as they appear on the  
screen.  
Respond to voice prompts from the device  
as needed.  
Increase the length of your wakeup phrase  
to reduce the chance of accidental Voice  
Command activation.  
Listen for the voice prompt, and speak the  
name of the location.  
3
Listen for two tones to confirm when the  
device enters and exits Voice Command  
mode.  
A list of locations appears.  
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Say the line number.  
Muting Instructions  
You can disable the voice prompts for Voice  
Command without muting the device.  
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5
Select Apps > Voice Command >  
Select Mute Instructions > Enabled.  
.
1
2
Disabling Voice Command  
You can disable Voice Command, which  
Say Navigate.  
prevents you from accidentally activating Voice  
Command while speaking.  
Finding an Address  
Say Voice Command.  
1
2
3
Select Apps > Voice Command >  
Select Voice Command > Disabled.  
.
1
2
Say Find Address.  
Speak the entire address.  
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Starting a Route to a Saved Location  
Navigation  
Select Where To? > Saved.  
1
2
If necessary, select a category, or select All  
Categories.  
Starting a Route  
Search for a location (page 8).  
Select a location.  
1
2
3
4
Select a location.  
3
4
Select Go!.  
Select Go!.  
Using Multiple Route Preview  
If necessary, select an option.  
Search for a location.  
1
2
3
Select Drive.  
Select Walk.  
Select a location.  
Select Routes and, if necessary, select  
Drive (page 9).  
Select Public Transit to calculate a route  
that combines public transit and walking.  
NOTE: You must have cityXplorermaps  
loaded to navigate using public transit  
(page 25).  
Use the on-screen buttons to select a route  
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5
Select Go!.  
If necessary, select a route.  
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Using the Navigation Map  
Following an Automobile Route  
From the main menu, select View Map.  
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2
The route is marked with a magenta line. A  
checkered flag marks your destination.  
If the zoom controls are hidden, select the  
map to display the zoom controls.  
As you travel, the device guides you to the  
destination with voice prompts, arrows on the  
map, and directions at the top of the map. If  
you depart from the original route, the device  
recalculates the route and provides new  
directions.  
Select the map to switch to browsing mode.  
Map buttons appear.  
3
4
Select an option:  
To zoom in or out, select  
To rotate the map view, select  
To switch between North Up and 3-D  
view, select  
or  
.
.
.
To add or remove map layers, select  
.
To view specific location categories,  
select  
To center the map on your current  
location, select  
and select a category icon.  
.
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To view shortcuts for map and navigation  
features, select  
From the map, select  
> Detour.  
.
Stopping the Route  
Adding a Point to a Route  
Before you can add a stop to a route, you must  
be navigating a route in Automobile mode.  
From the map, select  
>
.
About Exit Services  
While you navigate a route, you can find gas,  
food, lodging, and restrooms near upcoming  
exits.  
While navigating a route, select to return  
to the main menu.  
1
Select Where To?.  
2
3
4
5
Search for the location (page 9).  
Select Go!.  
Services are listed under tabs by category.  
Navigating to an Exit  
Select Add to Active Route.  
From the map, select  
> Exit Services.  
1
2
3
Use  
and  
to select an exit.  
Taking a Detour  
While navigating an automobile route, you can  
use detours to avoid obstacles ahead of you,  
such as construction zones.  
Select  
> Go!.  
Finding Exit Services  
From the map, select  
> Exit Services.  
1
2
3
NOTE: If the route you are currently navigating  
is the only reasonable option, your device might  
not calculate a detour.  
Use  
and  
to select an upcoming exit.  
Select an exit service tab:  
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To view nearby gas stations, select  
To view nearby restaurants, select  
.
Select Save.  
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Navigating Off Road  
If you are not following roadways as you  
navigate, you can use Off Road mode.  
To view nearby lodging, select  
To view nearby restrooms, select  
.
.
Select a point of interest.  
4
Select Settings > Navigation.  
1
2
Select Calculation Mode > Off Road >  
Save.  
Avoiding Road Features  
Select Settings > Navigation >  
Avoidances.  
1
The route will be calculated as a straight line  
to the location.  
Select the road features to avoid on your  
routes, and select Save.  
2
Pedestrian Routes  
Following a Pedestrian Route  
In Pedestrian mode, your route is displayed on a  
two-dimensional map.  
Avoiding Transit Types  
NOTE: Transit types are available when  
cityXplorer maps are loaded (page 25).  
Select Settings > Navigation > Public  
Transit.  
1
If you have cityXplorer maps installed,  
the device calculates a route that uses a  
combination of public transit options, such as  
riding a bus or subway, and walking.  
Select the transit type to avoid on your  
routes.  
2
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NOTE: cityXplorer maps are not included with  
the device. Go to http://my.garmin.com to  
purchase cityXplorer maps.  
About Map Icons  
When you are navigating in Pedestrian  
mode, indicates your approximate  
position and your direction of travel on the  
map.  
NOTE: You can change the types of public  
transit and limit the distance spent walking  
during a pedestrian route (page 59).  
The circle around indicates the accuracy  
of your position on the map. A smaller  
circle means the displayed position is more  
accurate.  
Using the Pedestrian Navigation Map  
See page 22 for more map functions.  
The yellow icons indicate the navigation  
method used in each section of the route.  
For example, when you see , board a bus  
at that point in the route.  
The black dots on the map are public transit  
stops along your route.  
Enabling Transit Types  
NOTE: Transit types are available when  
cityXplorer maps are loaded (page 25).  
Select to switch between sections of the  
route.  
Select to view the route itinerary.  
Select Settings > Navigation > Public  
Transit.  
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Select the transit type to include in your  
routes, and select Save.  
Select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Map  
Layers.  
2
1
2
Select the Trip Log check box.  
Map Pages  
Changing the Map Data Field  
From the map, select the data field in the  
lower left-hand corner.  
1
Customizing the Map  
Customizing the Map Layers  
You can customize which data appear on the  
map, such as icons for points of interest and  
road conditions.  
Select a type of data to display.  
2
3
Select Save.  
Changing the Map Perspective  
Select Settings > Map and Vehicle >  
Driving Map View.  
1
From the map, select  
.
1
2
3
Select Map Layers.  
Select an option:  
2
Select which layers you want to include on  
the map, and select Save.  
Select Track Up to display the map in  
two dimensions (2-D), with your direction  
of travel at the top.  
Viewing the Trip Log  
Select North Up to display the map in  
2-D with North at the top.  
Your device keeps a trip log, which is a record of  
the path you have traveled.  
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Select 3-D to display the map in three  
dimensions.  
Changing the Map Dashboard  
Select Settings > Map and Vehicle >  
Dashboards.  
1
Changing the Tools on the Map  
Use the arrows to select a dashboard.  
2
3
Map tools appear as buttons on the map, which  
provide quick access to device functions. For  
example, you can add a button to take a detour,  
adjust the brightness, or view exit services. You  
can select up to three tools to display on the  
map.  
Select Save.  
Viewing Turns  
Viewing a List of Turns  
When you are navigating a route, you can view  
all of the turns and maneuvers for your entire  
route and the distance between turns.  
From the main menu, select Settings > Map  
and Vehicle > Map Buttons.  
1
Select an option:  
2
Select the text bar on the top of the map.  
Select a turn.  
1
2
To add a tool, select  
tool.  
, and select a  
To remove a tool, select the tool, and  
select Remove.  
To reset to the default tools, select Reset  
to Defaults.  
Select Save.  
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The details for the turn appear. If available,  
an image of the junction appears for  
junctions on major roadways.  
Viewing the Entire Route on the Map  
While navigating an automobile route, select  
the navigation bar at the top of the map.  
1
Viewing Junctions  
Select  
> Map.  
2
While navigating an automobile route, you can  
view the junctions on major roadways. When  
you approach a junction in a route, the image of  
that junction appears briefly, if available.  
Viewing the Next Turn  
While navigating an automobile route, a preview  
of the next turn, lane change, or other maneuver  
appears in the upper-left corner of the map.  
The preview includes the distance to the turn or  
maneuver and the lane in which you should be  
traveling, if available.  
From the map, select  
junction, if available.  
to view the  
From the map, select  
turn on the map.  
to view the next  
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Resetting Trip Information  
Viewing Traffic Alerts  
While you navigate an automobile route, a traffic  
alert may appear in the navigation bar.  
From the map, select  
Select Reset Field(s).  
Select an option:  
> Trip Computer.  
1
2
3
Select the alert to view more information.  
When not navigating a route, select  
Select All to reset every data field,  
except the speedometer, on the page.  
Viewing Trip Information  
The trip information page displays your present  
speed and provides statistics about your trip.  
Select Reset Trip Data to reset the  
information on the trip computer.  
TIP: If you make frequent stops, leave the  
device turned on so it can accurately measure  
elapsed time during the trip.  
Select Reset Max� Speed to reset the  
maximum speed.  
From the map, select  
> Trip Computer.  
Select Reset Trip B to reset the  
odometer.  
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Viewing Current Location  
Information  
Use the Where Am I? page to view information  
about your current location. This feature is  
helpful if you need to tell emergency personnel  
your location.  
Hands-Free Phone Calls  
About Hands-Free Calling  
Using Bluetooth® wireless technology, your  
device can connect to your mobile phone to  
become a hands-free device. To determine  
whether your mobile phone with Bluetooth  
technology is compatible with your device, go to  
From the map, select  
> Where Am I?.  
Finding Nearby Services  
From the map, select  
> Where Am I?.  
1
2
Your phone may not support all of the hands-  
free phone features your device provides.  
Select Hospitals, Police Stations, or Fuel  
to view the nearest locations in that category.  
Enabling Bluetooth Wireless Technology  
Select Settings > Bluetooth.  
1
2
Select Bluetooth.  
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Pairing Your Phone  
Before you can use hands-free calling, you must  
pair your device with a compatible mobile phone.  
Select your phone from the list, and select  
OK.  
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7
8
If necessary, on your phone, confirm that the  
device is allowed to connect.  
Pairing your phone with your device allows your  
phone and device to recognize each other and  
connect quickly.  
If necessary, enter the device Bluetooth PIN  
(1234) into your phone.  
Place your phone and your device within  
33 ft. (10 m) of each other.  
1
2
3
Disconnecting Your Phone  
Select Settings > Bluetooth.  
1
2
On your device, enable Bluetooth wireless  
technology (page 30).  
Select Phone > None > Save.  
Your phone is disconnected from your device but  
remains paired with your device.  
Select an option:  
Select Add Phone.  
Tips After Pairing the Devices  
If you have already paired a different  
phone, select Phone >  
After the initial pairing, the two devices can  
connect automatically each time you turn  
them on.  
.
On your phone, enable Bluetooth wireless  
technology.  
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5
When your phone is connected to your  
device, you can make phone calls.  
On your device, select OK.  
A list of nearby Bluetooth devices appears.  
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When you turn on the device, it tries to  
connect to the last phone to which it was  
connected.  
Calling a Contact in Your in your Phone  
Book  
Your phone book is loaded from your phone to  
the device each time your phone and the device  
connect. It may take a few minutes for the phone  
book to be available. Some phones do not  
support this feature.  
You might need to set your mobile phone to  
connect to the device automatically when it  
is turned on.  
Receiving a Call  
Select Phone > Phone Book.  
Select a contact.  
1
2
3
When you receive a call, select an option:  
Select Answer.  
Select Call.  
Select Ignore to ignore the call.  
Calling a Point of Interest  
Placing a Call  
Dialing a Number  
Select Phone > Browse Categories.  
Select a point of interest (page 9).  
Select Call.  
1
2
3
Select Phone > Dial.  
1
Enter the number.  
2
3
Select Dial.  
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Using the Call History  
Using In-Call Options  
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2
Your call history is loaded from your phone to  
the device each time your phone and the device  
connect. It may take a few minutes for the call  
history to be available. Some phones do not  
support this feature.  
While on a call, select  
Select an option:  
.
To transfer audio to your phone, select  
Handset.  
TIP: You can use this feature if you want  
to turn off your device and remain on the  
call, or if you need privacy.  
Select Phone > Call History.  
1
2
Select a category.  
A list of calls appears, with the most recent  
calls at the top.  
To display a keypad, select Keypad.  
TIP: You can use this feature to use  
automated systems, such as voice mail.  
Select a call.  
3
To mute the microphone, select Mute.  
To hang up, select End Call.  
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Saving a Home Phone Number  
Using the Apps  
TIP: After you save a home number, you can  
edit the home number by editing “Home” in your  
list of saved locations (page 16).  
Using Help  
Select Apps > Help to view information  
Select Phone >  
> Set Home Number,  
about using the device.  
enter your phone number, and select Done.  
Searching Help Topics  
Calling Home  
Select Apps > Help >  
.
Before you can call home using the Call Home  
button, you must enter a phone number for your  
home location.  
About Smartphone Link  
Smartphone Link is a phone application that  
allows your device to download live data using  
your phone data connection. Your device  
transfers data from Smartphone Link using  
Bluetooth wireless technology.  
Select Phone > Call Home.  
Connecting to Smartphone Link provides access  
to Garmin Live Services. Garmin Live Services  
provides free and subscription-based plans to  
view live data on your device, such as traffic  
data, weather, and fuel prices  
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Saved locations and recently found locations are  
synchronized with your phone each time your  
device connects to Smartphone Link.  
From your phone, select Bluetooth  
Settings.  
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4
From your phone, enable Bluetooth wireless  
technology, and scan for nearby Bluetooth  
devices.  
Downloading Smartphone Link  
Smartphone Link supports phones running  
Androidoperating system version 2.1 or newer.  
See the owner's manual for your phone for  
more information.  
Download Smartphone Link from the application  
market on your supported phone. See your  
phone owner's manual for information on  
downloading and installing applications.  
From your phone, select your device from  
the list of nearby devices.  
5
6
Follow the on-screen instructions on your  
phone and on your device to confirm the  
pairing request.  
Connecting to Smartphone Link  
Before you can connect to Smartphone Link,  
you must download and install the Smartphone  
Link application on your phone.  
appears in the status bar on your device  
when Smartphone Link is connected.  
Start Smartphone Link on your phone.  
1
2
From your device, select Settings >  
Bluetooth, and select the Bluetooth check  
box.  
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Sending a Location from Your Phone to  
Your Device  
Smartphone Link is registered as a navigation  
application on your phone.  
Clear the Hands-Free Calling check box.  
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About Garmin Live Services  
NOTE: Smartphone Link supports phones  
running Android operating system version 2.1  
or newer.  
From your phone, select the button to start  
navigating to a location (see the owner's  
manual for your phone).  
1
Before you can use Garmin Live Services, your  
device must be connected to a supported phone  
running Smartphone Link (page 35).  
Select Smartphone Link from the application  
menu.  
2
Connecting to Smartphone Link provides access  
to Garmin Live Services. Garmin Live Services  
provides free and subscription-based plans to  
view live data on your device, such as traffic  
data, weather, and fuel prices.  
The next time you connect your device to your  
phone, the location is transferred to the recently  
found items on your device.  
Disabling Hands-Free Calling While  
Connected to Smartphone Link  
While the device is connected to the phone and  
receiving Garmin Live Services, you can disable  
hands-free calling.  
Some Garmin Live Services, like Weather, are  
available as separate apps on your device.  
Other Garmin Live Services, like Live Traffic,  
enhance the existing navigation features on your  
device. Features that require access to Garmin  
Live Services display the Smartphone Link  
Select Apps > Smartphone Link.  
1
2
Select your phone.  
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symbol  
and appear only when the device is  
About ecoRoute  
The ecoRoutefeature calculates the fuel  
economy and the fuel price of navigating to a  
destination, and offers tools for improving fuel  
efficiency.  
connected to Smartphone Link.  
Subscribing to Garmin Live Services  
You must subscribe to Garmin Live Services  
using the Smartphone Link app on your phone.  
The data provided by the ecoRoute feature is an  
estimate only. The data is not actually read from  
the vehicle, unless you are using the ecoRoute  
HD accessory. To receive more-accurate fuel  
reports for your specific vehicle and driving  
habits, calibrate the fuel economy (page 38).  
Start the Smartphone Link app on your  
phone (page 35).  
1
Select Garmin Live Services.  
2
A list of services and subscription prices  
appears.  
Select a service.  
3
4
5
6
ecoRoute HD Accessory  
Select the price.  
When connected to the ecoRoute HD accessory,  
your device can receive real-time vehicle  
information, such as error messages, RPM, and  
battery voltage. Your device includes data read  
from the vehicle by the ecoRoute HD accessory  
when calculating ecoRoute data.  
Select Subscribe.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
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Setting up the Vehicle Profile  
The first time you use the ecoRoute features,  
you must enter vehicle information.  
Enter the amount of fuel the vehicle has  
used since the last time the fuel tank was  
filled.  
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Select Apps > ecoRoute.  
Enter the distance you have travelled since  
the last time the fuel tank was filled.  
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5
1
2
Enter fuel and mileage information.  
Select Next.  
Changing the Fuel Price  
The device calculates the average vehicle  
fuel economy.  
Select Apps > ecoRoute> At the Pump.  
1
Enter the current price of fuel, and select  
Next.  
2
Select Save.  
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About the ecoChallenge  
Select Yes.  
3
ecoChallenge helps you maximize the vehicle  
fuel economy by scoring your driving habits. The  
higher your ecoChallenge scores, the more fuel  
you have saved. The ecoChallenge collects data  
and calculates a score whenever your device is  
moving and in Automobile mode.  
Calibrating the Fuel Economy  
You can calibrate the fuel economy to receive  
more-accurate fuel reports for your specific  
vehicle and driving habits. You should calibrate  
when you fill up your fuel tank.  
Select Apps > ecoRoute> At the Pump.  
1
Viewing ecoChallenge Scores  
Enter the current fuel price.  
2
View your current score in the  
ecoChallenge icon on the map.  
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Select  
to view detailed scores.  
Resetting the ecoChallenge Scores  
Select Apps > ecoRoute > Vehicle Profile.  
Select Reset.  
1
2
About the ecoChallenge Score  
Current—displays the score for your current  
driving activity.  
Viewing Fuel Economy Information  
You can view your fuel consumption, your total  
fuel cost, and your average fuel economy.  
Overall—displays an average of the speed,  
acceleration, and braking score.  
Speed—displays your score for driving your  
vehicle at the optimal speed for conserving  
fuel (45–60 mph for most vehicles).  
Select Apps > ecoRoute > Fuel Economy.  
1
2
Select a section of the graph to zoom in.  
Acceleration—displays your score for  
smooth and gradual acceleration. You lose  
points for rapid acceleration.  
Mileage Reports  
Mileage reports provide the distance, the time,  
the average fuel economy, and the fuel cost of  
navigating to a destination.  
Braking—displays your score for smooth  
and gradual braking. You lose points for hard  
braking.  
A mileage report is created for every route that  
you drive. If you stop a route on the device, a  
mileage report is created for the distance you  
traveled.  
Removing the ecoChallenge Score From the  
Map  
Select  
>
> Settings > Hide > Save.  
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Viewing a Mileage Report  
You can view messages from myGarmin, such  
as notifications for software and map updates.  
You can view saved mileage reports on the  
device.  
Select Apps > myGarmin.  
1
TIP: You can access mileage reports in the  
Reports folder on the device drive or volume  
(page 56).  
If you have unread messages, the number of  
unread messages appears on the myGarmin  
icon.  
Select Apps > ecoRoute> Mileage  
Report.  
Select a message subject.  
The full message appears.  
1
2
Select a report.  
2
Viewing the Weather Forecast  
Resetting ecoRoute Information  
Before you can use this feature, your device  
must be connected to a supported phone  
running Smartphone Link (page 35). This feature  
is not available in all areas.  
Select Apps > ecoRoute> Vehicle  
1
Profile.  
Select  
> Reset.  
2
Select Apps > Weather.  
1
Viewing myGarmin Messages  
The forecast for your current location  
appears.  
Before you can use this feature, your device  
must be connected to a supported phone  
running Smartphone Link (page 35). This feature  
is not available in all areas.  
Select a day.  
2
The detailed forecast for that day appears.  
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Viewing Weather Near a Different City  
Viewing Weather Alerts  
Select Apps > Weather > Current  
Location.  
1
While you are traveling with your device,  
weather alerts may appear on the map. You  
can also view a map of weather alerts near your  
current location or near a selected city.  
Select an option:  
2
To view weather for a favorite city, select  
a city in the list.  
Select Apps > Weather.  
1
2
3
If necessary, select a city.  
To add a favorite city, select Add City,  
and enter a city name.  
Select  
> Weather Alerts.  
Viewing the Weather Radar  
Checking Road Conditions  
You can view an animated, color-coded radar  
map of current weather conditions, as well as  
a weather icon on the map. The weather icon  
changes to show weather in the vicinity, such as  
rain, snow, and thunderstorms.  
Select Apps > Weather.  
1
2
3
If necessary, select a city.  
Select  
> Road Conditions.  
Select Apps > Weather.  
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2
3
If necessary, select a city.  
Select  
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Playing an Audiobook  
About Audiobooks  
Select Apps > Audible.  
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2
3
The device can play audiobooks from Audible  
.com. This feature requires a subscription to  
Audible.com. Go to www.audible.com/garmin to  
activate a free 30-day trial subscription.  
Select Browse.  
Select an option:  
Select Titles.  
Loading Audiobooks onto Your Device  
Select Authors.  
Select Narrators.  
Before you can load audiobooks onto your  
device, you must subscribe to Audible.com.  
Go to www.audible.com/garmin for more  
information.  
Select a book.  
4
5
Select an option to control playback:  
Connect your device to your computer (page  
2).  
1
2
3
To add a bookmark, select  
To pause playback, select  
To resume playback, select  
.
.
On your computer, log in to your Audible.com  
account.  
.
To move quickly forward or backward in  
the book, use the slider bar at the top of  
the page.  
Follow the instructions from Audible.com.  
To go to the next chapter, select  
.
To go to the previous chapter, select  
.
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Renaming a Bookmark  
To fast forward, hold  
To rewind, hold  
.
By default, the device names a bookmark  
using the time stamp of the bookmark. You can  
rename a bookmark.  
.
Adding a Bookmark  
When you play an audiobook, the player  
automatically resumes the audiobook from  
the point where you last stopped. You can  
add a bookmark to mark a certain spot in the  
audiobook.  
While playing an audiobook, select  
> Rename Bookmarks.  
>
1
Select a bookmark.  
2
3
Enter a name, and select Done.  
While playing an audiobook, select > Add  
Bookmark.  
Deleting a Bookmark  
While playing an audiobook, select  
> Delete Bookmarks.  
>
1
Resuming Playback from a Bookmark  
Select a bookmark.  
2
While playing an audiobook, select  
.
1
2
Select a bookmark.  
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Planning a Trip  
You can use the trip planner to create and save  
a trip with multiple destinations.  
Select Apps > Trip Planner.  
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Select  
.
Select Select Start Location.  
Search for a location (page 9).  
Select Select.  
Select an option:  
3
Select to change the arrival or  
departure time.  
Select > Duration to record how long  
To add additional locations, select  
Select Next.  
.
you will stay at a location.  
Select to change the transportation  
mode or route preference for that portion  
of the trip.  
Enter a name, and select Done.  
Editing a Trip Itinerary  
Select Map to view the trip on the map.  
Select Apps > Trip Planner.  
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2
Select a saved trip.  
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Navigating to a Saved Trip  
Viewing Pictures  
Select Apps > Trip Planner.  
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2
3
4
View pictures that you have stored in the device  
or on a memory card. See page 55 for more  
information about loading pictures on the device.  
Select a saved trip.  
Select Go!.  
Select Apps > Picture Viewer.  
Use the arrows to scroll through the images.  
Select a picture.  
1
2
3
If prompted, select a route (page 21).  
Editing a Saved Trip  
Select Apps > Trip Planner.  
1
2
3
4
Viewing a Slideshow  
Select a saved trip.  
Select Apps > Picture Viewer.  
1
2
Select  
.
Select  
.
Select an option:  
While a slideshow is playing, you can select  
the screen to stop the slideshow.  
Select Rename Trip.  
Select Edit Destinations to add and  
delete locations, or to change the order  
of locations.  
Setting a Picture as Wallpaper  
Select Apps > Picture Viewer.  
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2
3
Select Delete Trip.  
Select a picture.  
Select Optimize Order to arrange the  
stops on your trip in the most-efficient  
order.  
Select  
> Set as Wallpaper.  
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Use the on-screen buttons to adjust the  
wallpaper.  
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5
Using the World Clock  
Select Apps > World Clock.  
1
2
Select Save.  
If necessary, select a city, enter a city name,  
and select Done.  
Deleting Pictures  
Select Apps > Picture Viewer.  
1
2
3
Viewing the World Map  
Select a picture.  
Select Apps > World Clock >  
.
Select  
> Delete > Yes.  
Nighttime hours appear in the shaded area  
of the map.  
Viewing Previous Routes and  
Destinations  
Setting an Alarm  
Select Apps > Alarm Clock.  
Set a time.  
1
2
3
Before you can use this feature, you must  
enable the travel history feature (page 63).  
You can view your previous routes and places  
you have stopped on the map.  
Select the Alarm On check box.  
Select Apps > Where I’ve Been.  
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Select  
> Save.  
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3
Finding Parking  
If necessary, enter a name.  
Before you can use this feature, you must  
subscribe to the Dynamic Parking service, and  
your device must be connected to a supported  
phone running Smartphone Link (page 35). This  
feature is not available in all areas.  
Using the Calculator  
Select Apps > Calculator.  
You can find detailed parking information, in  
cluding parking availability in nearby garages,  
and pricing information.  
Converting Units  
Select Apps > Unit Converter.  
1
2
If necessary, select the button next to  
Convert, select a measurement category,  
and select Save.  
Select Apps > Parking.  
1
2
Select a parking location.  
If necessary, select a unit button, select a  
unit of measurement, and select Save.  
3
4
5
Finding Your Last Parking Spot  
When you remove your device from the vehicle  
mount while the device is on, your current  
location is saved as a parking spot.  
Select the field below the unit you want to  
convert.  
Enter the number, and select Done.  
Select Apps > Last Spot.  
Saving a Parking Spot  
Select Apps > Last Spot.  
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Setting Currency Conversion Rates  
Manually  
You can update the currency conversion rates  
manually so that you are always using the most-  
current rates.  
About Offers  
If your device package includes a traffic  
receiver, you will receive location-relevant offers  
and coupons. Ad-based traffic information is  
available only in North America.  
Select Apps > Unit Converter.  
Select the button next to Convert.  
Select Currency, then select Save.  
1
2
3
4
NOTE: The traffic receiver must be connected to  
external power and you must be in a coverage  
area to receive ad-based traffic information.  
See our privacy statement at www  
If necessary, select a currency button, select  
a different currency, and select Save.  
Viewing Offers  
Select the button at the bottom of the screen  
that displays the currency conversion rate.  
5
CAUTION  
Do not attempt to write down coupon codes  
while driving.  
Select the box next to a currency.  
Enter a value, and select Done.  
Select OK.  
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7
8
Select an offer that appears on the screen to  
search for the nearest location related to that  
offer.  
1
If available, select  
code.  
to view a coupon  
2
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Write down the code and present it when  
you arrive at the location.  
Select Apps > Language Guide > Words  
and Phrases.  
3
1
Select  
> Language.  
2
3
Viewing an Offer List  
Select From, select the language to  
translate from, and select Save.  
Select Apps > Offers to view a list of the  
offers you have received.  
Select To, select the language to translate  
to, and select Save.  
4
Disabling Traffic and Offers  
To disable offers, you must disable traffic.  
Translating Words and Phrases  
Select Settings > Traffic.  
1
2
Select Apps > Language Guide > Words  
and Phrases.  
1
Select the Live Traffic check box.  
Select a category and subcategories.  
2
3
Using the Language Guide  
If necessary, select , enter a keyword,  
and select Done.  
Use the Language Guide to look up and  
translate words or phrases.  
Select a word or a phrase.  
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5
Select Apps > Language Guide.  
Select  
to listen to the translation.  
Selecting Languages in the Language  
Guide  
You can select the languages you want to  
translate when translating words and phrases.  
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traffic receiver and the device must be in data  
range of a station transmitting traffic data to  
receive traffic information. You do not need to  
activate the subscription included with your  
traffic receiver.  
Using a Bilingual Dictionary  
Select Apps > Language Guide > Bilingual  
Dictionaries.  
1
Select a dictionary.  
2
3
If necessary, select , enter a word, and  
select Done.  
For information about traffic receivers and  
coverage areas, go to www.garmin.com/traffic.  
Select a word.  
4
5
Select  
to listen to the translation.  
Disabling Live Traffic  
Select Settings.  
1
2
Clear the Live Traffic check box.  
Traffic  
The device no longer receives live traffic data,  
but automobile routes still avoid potentially  
congested areas using trafficTrends, if enabled  
(page 62).  
NOTICE  
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or  
timeliness of the traffic information.  
Traffic information may not be available in all  
areas or countries.  
A traffic receiver is included in some packages,  
and is an optional accessory for all models. It is  
built into the vehicle power cable. The powered  
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Traffic Data  
When the receiver is within a traffic coverage  
area, your device will begin displaying traffic  
information.  
Traffic Receiver  
The traffic receiver and the device may need to  
be in data range of an FM station transmitting  
traffic information.  
Connect the traffic receiver to an external  
power source.  
1
Mini-USB connector  
External antenna connector  
Internal antenna  
Connect the traffic receiver to the device.  
2
NOTE: Heated (metallized) windshields could  
degrade the performance of the traffic receiver.  
Power LED  
Vehicle power adapter  
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About the Traffic Icon  
Traffic on Your Route  
When you are receiving traffic information, a  
traffic icon appears on the map. The traffic icon  
changes color to indicate the severity of traffic  
conditions.  
When calculating your route, the device  
examines the current traffic and automatically  
optimizes the route for the shortest time. If a  
severe traffic delay occurs on your route while  
you are navigating, your device automatically  
recalculates the route.  
Color Severity  
Green Low  
Meaning  
Traffic is flowing freely.  
The traffic icon  
changes color to indicate the  
Yellow Medium  
Traffic is moving but there is  
a delay. There is moderate  
traffic congestion.  
severity of traffic conditions on your route or on  
the road you are currently traveling.  
Your device may route you through a traffic  
delay if a better alternative route does not exist.  
The delay time is added into your estimated time  
of arrival automatically.  
Red  
High  
Traffic is not moving or  
moving slowly. There is a  
severe delay.  
Gray  
No Signal  
Traffic information is not  
available.  
Viewing Traffic on Your Route  
While navigating a route, select  
.
1
2
Select Traffic on Route.  
A list of traffic events appears, organized by  
their location on the route.  
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Select an event.  
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Traffic in Your Area  
Manually Avoiding Traffic on Your Route  
Searching for Traffic Delays  
From the map, select  
.
1
2
3
From the map, select  
.
1
2
3
4
Select Traffic On Route.  
Select Traffic Conditions >  
.
If necessary, use the arrows to view other  
traffic delays on your route.  
Select an item in the list.  
If there is more than one delay, use the  
arrows to view additional delays.  
Select  
> Avoid.  
4
Taking an Alternate Route  
Viewing a Traffic Incident on the Map  
While navigating an automobile route, select  
.
1
From the map, select  
.
1
2
3
Select Traffic Conditions.  
Select Alternate Route.  
2
3
Select a traffic icon.  
Select a route.  
Understanding Traffic Data  
Viewing Traffic on the Map  
The traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow  
and delays on nearby roads.  
The traffic legend explains the icons and colors  
used on the traffic map.  
From the map, select  
.
1
2
From the map, select  
.
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2
Select Traffic Legend.  
Select Traffic Conditions.  
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Viewing a Traffic Camera  
Before you can view a traffic camera, you must  
save a traffic camera.  
About Traffic Cameras  
Before you can use this feature, you must  
subscribe to the PhotoLive service, and your  
device must be connected to a supported phone  
running Smartphone Link (page 35). This feature  
is not available in all areas.  
Select Apps > myCameras.  
1
2
Select a camera.  
Traffic cameras provide live images of traffic  
conditions on major roadways and intersections.  
You can save cameras that you want to view  
regularly.  
Traffic Subscriptions  
Subscription Activation  
You do not need to activate the subscription  
included with your FM traffic receiver. The  
subscription activates automatically after your  
device acquires satellite signals while receiving  
traffic signals from the pay service provider.  
Saving a Traffic Camera  
Select Apps > MyCameras.  
Select Add Camera.  
Select a road.  
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2
3
4
5
Lifetime Subscriptions  
Select an intersection.  
Select Save.  
Some models include subscriptions to lifetime  
features.  
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The traffic subscription code cannot be  
reused. You must obtain a new code each  
time you renew your service. If you own  
multiple FM traffic receivers, you must obtain  
a new code for each receiver.  
LT  
This model includes a lifetime traffic  
subscription and a traffic receiver.  
LMT This model includes a nüMaps Lifetime™  
subscription, lifetime traffic subscription  
(page 67), and a traffic receiver.  
Select Next on the device.  
Enter the code.  
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6
7
Adding a Subscription  
You can purchase traffic subscriptions for other  
regions or countries.  
Select Done.  
From the main menu, select Settings >  
Traffic.  
1
Data Management  
You can store files, such as JPEG image files,  
on your device. The device has a memory card  
slot for additional data storage.  
Select an option:  
2
For non-North American units, select  
Subscriptions >  
For North American units, select  
.
NOTE: The device is not compatible with  
Windows® 95, 98, Me, Windows NT®, and Mac®  
OS 10.3 and earlier.  
.
Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID.  
3
4
Go to www.garmin.com/fmtraffic to purchase  
a subscription and get a 25-character code.  
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Installing a Memory Card  
File Types  
The device supports microSDand microSDHC  
memory cards.  
The device supports the following file types:  
JPEG and JPG image files (page 45)  
Insert a memory card into the slot on the  
device.  
1
Maps and GPX waypoint files from  
MapSource® (page 68)  
Press it in until it clicks.  
2
GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI  
Loader (page 69)  
Transferring Files from Your  
Computer  
About Memory Cards  
Connect the device to your computer  
(page 2).  
1
You can purchase memory cards from an  
electronics supplier, or purchase pre-loaded  
Garmin mapping software. In addition to map  
and data storage, the memory card can be used  
to store files such as maps, images, geocaches,  
routes, waypoints, and custom POIs.  
Your device and memory card appear  
as removable drives in My Computer in  
Windows and as mounted volumes on Mac  
computers.  
NOTE: Some computers with multiple  
network drives cannot display nüvi drives.  
See your operating system help file to learn  
how to map the drives.  
On your computer, open the file browser.  
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Select the file.  
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4
5
Deleting Files  
Select Edit > Copy.  
NOTICE  
Open the Garmin or memory card drive or  
volume.  
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not  
delete it. Your device memory contains important  
system files that should not be deleted.  
Select Edit > Paste.  
6
The file appears in the list of files in the  
device memory or on the memory card.  
Open the Garmin drive or volume.  
If necessary, open a folder or volume.  
Select a file.  
1
2
3
4
Disconnecting the USB Cable  
Complete an action:  
1
Press the Delete key on your keyboard.  
For Windows computers, double-click the  
eject icon in your system tray.  
For Mac computers, drag the volume  
icon to the Trash  
Disconnect the cable from your computer.  
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Map Buttons—sets which buttons are  
included on the map. You can include up to  
three buttons on the map.  
Customizing the Device  
Select Settings.  
1
2
3
Select a setting category.  
Select the setting to change it.  
Map Layers—sets the data that appears on  
the map (page 26).  
Dashboards—sets the map dashboard  
layout.  
Map and Vehicle Settings  
Select Settings > Map and Vehicle.  
myMaps—sets which installed maps the  
device uses.  
Vehicle—changes the icon to represent your  
position on the map. Go to www  
.garmingarage.com for more icons.  
Enabling Maps  
TIP: To purchase additional map products, go to  
Driving Map View—sets the perspective on  
the map.  
Select Settings > Map and Vehicle >  
myMaps.  
1
Pedestrian Map View—sets the perspective  
on the map.  
Select a map.  
2
Map Detail—sets the level of detail on the  
map. More detail may cause the map to  
draw slower.  
Map Theme—changes the color of the map  
data.  
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GPS Simulator—stops the device from  
receiving a GPS signal, and saves battery  
power.  
Navigation Settings  
Select Settings > Navigation.  
Calculation Mode—sets route preference.  
Route Preferences  
Select Settings > Navigation > Calculation  
Mode.  
Avoidances—sets road features to avoid on  
a route.  
Custom Avoidances—allows you to avoid  
specific roads or areas.  
The route calculation is based on road speeds  
and vehicle acceleration data for a given route.  
Advanced Detours—sets the length of a  
detour.  
Faster Time—calculates routes that are  
faster to drive but can be longer in distance.  
Limit Walking—controls the maximum  
walking distance included in a pedestrian  
route.  
Shorter Distance—calculates routes that  
are shorter in distance but can take more  
time to drive.  
Public Transit—enables or disables transit  
types.  
Less Fuel—calculates routes that could use  
less fuel than other routes.  
Safe Mode—disables all functions that  
require significant operator attention and  
could become a distraction while driving.  
Off Road—calculates a direct line from your  
location to your destination.  
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Capturing Screenshots  
Display Settings  
Select Settings > Display > Screenshot >  
Enabled.  
1
Select Settings > Display.  
Orientation—changes to landscape or  
portrait mode.  
Select  
to take a screenshot.  
2
The picture bitmap file is saved in the  
screenshots folder on the device drive (page  
56).  
Color Mode—sets a light background (Day),  
a dark background (Night), or automatically  
switches between the two based on the  
sunrise time and the sunset time for your  
current location (Auto).  
Bluetooth Settings  
Select Settings > Bluetooth.  
Brightness—changes the brightness of the  
screen. Decreasing the brightness can save  
battery power.  
Bluetooth—enables the Bluetooth  
component.  
Display Timeout—sets the amount of idle  
time before your device enters sleep mode.  
Add Phone or Phone—manages  
connections between your device and mobile  
phones with Bluetooth wireless technology.  
Screenshot—allows you to take a picture of  
the device screen. Screenshots are saved in  
the screenshot folder of the device storage.  
Friendly Name—allows you to enter a  
friendly name that identifies your nüvi on  
devices with Bluetooth technology.  
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Managing the Bluetooth Device List  
You can add, disconnect, or delete phones that  
your device detects while Bluetooth is enabled.  
Traffic Settings  
Select Settings > Traffic.  
Traffic—enables traffic and offers.  
Select Settings > Bluetooth > Phone.  
1
2
Subscriptions—lists current traffic  
subscriptions.  
Select an option:  
trafficTrends—see page 62.  
Select a phone for your device to  
connect with.  
Purchasing Traffic Subscriptions  
Select to add a phone to the menu.  
You can purchase additional subscriptions or a  
renewal if your subscription expires. Go to  
Select  
to delete a phone from the  
device memory.  
Select None to drop your current  
connection.  
Viewing Traffic Subscriptions  
Select Settings > Traffic > Subscriptions.  
Disabling Bluetooth  
Select Settings > Bluetooth.  
1
2
Select Bluetooth.  
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trafficTrends  
Units and Time Settings  
When the trafficTrends feature is enabled, your  
device records historic traffic data and uses  
that data to calculate more-efficient routes. This  
information is sent to Garmin when you connect  
your device to myGarminusing your computer.  
Select Settings > Units and Time.  
Current Time—sets the device time.  
Units—sets the unit of measure used for  
distances.  
Time Format—allows you to select a  
12-hour, 24-hour, or UTC display time.  
NOTE: Different routes may be calculated based  
on traffic trends for the day of the week or the  
time of day.  
Language and Keyboard Settings  
Disabling trafficTrends  
Select Settings > Language.  
To prevent your device from recording or sharing  
traffic data, you must disable trafficTrends.  
Voice Language—sets the language for  
voice prompts.  
Select Settings > Traffic > trafficTrends.  
Text Language—sets all on-screen text to  
the selected language.  
NOTE: Changing the text language does not  
change the language of user-entered data or  
map data, such as street names.  
Keyboard Language—sets the language for  
your keyboard.  
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Keyboard Layout—sets the keyboard  
layout.  
Position Reporting—allows the device to  
collect your speed, direction, and location  
information and share it with strategic  
partners and service providers.  
Proximity Alerts Settings  
Select Settings > Proximity Alerts.  
Keep Travel History—allows the device to  
record information for the, Where I’ve Been  
(page 46), and Trip Log (page 26) features.  
Audio—sets the tone of an alert.  
Alerts—alerts you when you approach  
custom safety cameras.  
Clear Travel History  
Restoring Settings  
Device Settings  
You can restore a category of settings or all  
settings to the factory default values.  
Select Settings > Device.  
About—displays the software version  
number, the unit ID number, and information  
about other software features.  
Select Settings.  
1
2
3
If necessary, select a settings category.  
Select  
> Restore.  
EULAs—displays the end-user license  
agreements that apply to your choice.  
NOTE: You need this information when you  
update the system software or purchase  
additional map data (page 68).  
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Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the  
touchscreen, or damage may result.  
Appendix  
Power Cables  
Cleaning the Outer Casing  
Your device can be powered three ways.  
NOTICE  
Vehicle power cable  
USB cable  
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can  
damage plastic components.  
AC adapter (optional accessory)  
Clean the outer casing of the device (not the  
touchscreen) using a cloth dampened with a  
mild detergent solution.  
1
Caring for Your Device  
Wipe the device dry.  
2
NOTICE  
Avoid dropping your device and operating it in  
high-shock and high-vibration environments.  
Cleaning the Touchscreen  
Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.  
1
2
Do not expose the device to water.  
If necessary, use water, isopropyl alcohol, or  
eyeglass lens cleaner.  
Contact with water can cause this device to  
malfunction.  
Apply the liquid to the cloth.  
3
4
Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.  
Do not store the device where prolonged  
exposure to extreme temperatures can occur,  
because it can cause permanent damage.  
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All original settings are restored.  
Avoiding Theft  
Remove the device and mount from sight  
when not in use.  
Extending the Battery Life  
Keep your device away from extreme  
temperatures.  
Remove the residue left on the windshield by  
the suction cup.  
Put the device in sleep mode (page 4).  
Decrease the screen brightness (page 4).  
Do not leave your device in direct sunlight.  
Decrease the volume (page 4).  
Do not keep your unit in the glove  
compartment.  
Register your device at http://my.garmin  
.com.  
Disable offers and traffic (page 49).  
Disable Bluetooth (page 61).  
Erasing User Data  
NOTE: This process erases all items you have  
saved to the device.  
Shorten the display timeout time (page 60).  
Turn the device on.  
1
2
Hold your finger on the lower-right corner of  
the device screen.  
Keep your finger pressed until the  
pop-up window appears.  
3
4
Select Yes to clear all user data.  
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NOTE: The required fuse for your cable  
is listed after "output" on the back of the  
vehicle power adapter.  
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle  
Power Cable  
NOTICE  
Place the silver tip in the end piece.  
4
5
When replacing the fuse, do not lose any of the  
small pieces and make sure they are put back in  
the proper position. The vehicle power cable  
does not work unless it is assembled correctly.  
Screw the end piece back into the vehicle  
power cable.  
Mounting on Your Dashboard  
If your device does not charge in your vehicle,  
you may need to replace the fuse located at the  
tip of the vehicle adapter.  
NOTICE  
The permanent mounting adhesive is extremely  
difficult to remove after it is installed.  
Unscrew the end piece .  
1
Use the enclosed mounting disk to mount your  
device to the dashboard and comply with certain  
state regulations.  
TIP: You may need to use a coin to remove  
the end piece.  
Remove the end piece, the silver tip  
2
3
Clean and dry the dashboard where you are  
placing the disk.  
1
2
3
, and the fuse (glass and silver  
cylinder) .  
Remove the backing from the adhesive on  
the bottom of the disk.  
Install a 1 A or 2 A fast-blow fuse.  
Place the disk on the dashboard.  
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Remove the clear plastic cover from the top  
of the disk.  
Removing the Suction Cup Mount from  
the Windshield  
4
5
6
Place the suction cup mount on top of the  
disk.  
Flip the lever on the suction cup mount  
toward you.  
1
Flip the lever down (toward the disk).  
Pull the tab on the suction cup toward you.  
2
Removing the Device, Cradle, and Updating Maps  
You can update the maps on your device. For  
Mount  
more information, go to www.garmin.com  
/mapupdates, and select Map Update User  
Guide.  
Removing the Device from the Cradle  
Press up on the tab on the top of the cradle.  
1
2
Tilt the device forward.  
About nüMaps Lifetime  
Removing the Cradle from the Mount  
Some models include subscriptions to nüMaps  
Lifetime, which provides quarterly map updates  
for the life of your device.  
Turn the cradle to the right or left.  
1
2
Apply pressure until the socket on the cradle  
releases the ball on the mount.  
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_lifetime for terms and conditions.  
Safety Cameras  
CAUTION  
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of,  
or the consequences of using, a custom POI or  
safety camera database.  
LM  
This model includes a nüMaps  
Lifetime subscription.  
LMT This model includes a lifetime traffic  
subscription, nüMaps Lifetime  
Safety camera information is available in some  
locations. Check http://my.garmin.com for  
availability. For these locations, the nüvi includes  
the locations of hundreds of safety cameras.  
Your nüvi alerts you when you are approaching  
a safety camera and can warn you if you are  
driving too fast. The data is updated at least  
weekly, so you always have access to the most  
up-to-date information.  
subscription, and a traffic receiver.  
Purchasing Additional Maps  
Go to your device product page on the  
Garmin web site (www.garmin.com).  
1
Click the Maps tab.  
2
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
You can purchase a new region or extend an  
existing subscription at any time. Each region  
that you purchase has an expiration date.  
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Finding Extras  
Custom Points of Interest  
Select Where To? > Categories > Custom  
POIs.  
1
Custom POIs are customized points on the  
map. They can contain alerts that let you know  
if you are near a designated point or if you are  
traveling faster than a specified speed.  
Select a category.  
2
Purchasing Accessories  
Installing a POI Loader  
You can create or download custom POI lists  
and install them on your device using POI  
Loader software.  
1
2
3
Click Services > POI Loader.  
Install the POI Loader onto your computer.  
Using the POI Loader Help Files  
For more information on the POI Loader, refer to  
the help file.  
With the POI Loader open, click Help.  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Solution  
My device is not acquiring  
satellite signals  
Verify the GPS simulator is turned off (page 59).  
Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall buildings and trees.  
Remain stationary for several minutes.  
The suction cup will not  
stay on my windshield.  
Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing alcohol.  
Dry with a clean, dry cloth.  
Mount the suction cup (page 1).  
1
2
3
The device does not  
charge in my vehicle.  
Check the fuse in the vehicle power cable (page 66).  
Verify the vehicle is turned on and is supplying power to the power outlet.  
Your device can only charge between 32°F and 113°F (between 0°C and 45°C).  
If the device is placed in direct sunlight or in a hot environment, it cannot charge.  
My battery does not stay To maximize the time between changes, turn down the backlight (page 60).  
charged for very long.  
My battery gauge does not Allow the unit to fully discharge, and fully charge it (without interrupting the charge  
seem accurate.  
cycle).  
How do I know my device When your device is in USB mass storage mode, a picture of a device connected  
is in USB mass storage  
mode?  
to a computer is shown on the device screen. Also, you should see two new  
removable disk drives listed in My Computer.  
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The device is connected  
to the computer, but it will  
not go into mass storage  
mode.  
Disconnect the USB cable from your computer.  
Turn off the device.  
Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer and into your device.  
The device automatically turns on and goes into USB mass storage mode.  
Verify your device is connected to a USB port and not a USB hub.  
1
2
3
4
I cannot see any new  
If you have several network drives mapped on your computer, Windows can have  
removable drives in my list trouble assigning drive letters to your device drives. Refer to your operating system  
of drives.  
Help file to learn how to map or assign drive letters.  
My phone will not connect  
to the device.  
From the main menu, select Settings > Bluetooth. The Bluetooth field must be  
set to Enabled.  
Turn on your phone and bring it within 33 feet of the device.  
Go to www.garmin.com/bluetooth for more help.  
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units 47  
coordinates 13  
current location, saving 16  
customizing the device 58–65  
custom POIs 69  
B
Index  
battery 70  
Bluetooth technology 30–76  
friendly name 60  
pairing with phone 31  
settings 60  
Symbols  
2-D, 3-D map view 27  
D
A
brightness 60  
dashboard disk 66  
deleting  
accessories 69  
adding a stop 23  
addresses 12  
alerts  
safety camera 68  
audiobook 42  
bookmark 43  
loading 42  
C
all user data 65  
character 7  
files 57  
pictures 46  
recent finds list 14  
saved locations 18  
trips 45  
calculator 47  
calls  
answering 32  
hanging up 33  
home 34  
muting 33  
playing 42  
automatic volume 5  
enabling 5  
caring for your device 64  
category  
detailed maps 56, 58  
detours 23  
display settings 24, 25  
display timeout 60  
driving directions 27  
searching within 9  
charging your device 1, 70  
cityXplorer maps 21, 24  
cleaning your device 64  
computer, connecting 2  
converting  
avoiding  
public transit types 24, 25  
theft 65  
traffic 53  
currency 48  
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recent selections 14  
saved locations 16  
using photos 15  
E
J
ecoRoute 37–40  
calibrate fuel economy 38  
ecoChallenge score 38  
fuel economy information 39  
mileage report 39  
vehicle profile 37  
editing  
JPEG image files 56  
junction view 28  
using search bar 9  
fuel prices 11  
fuel stations 11  
fuse, changing 66  
K
keyboard 7  
language mode 7, 63  
G
L
change categories 17  
change map symbol 17  
destinations 45  
home location 14  
saved locations 17  
saved trip 45  
Garmin Live Services 36  
subscribing 37  
geocaching 13  
go home 14  
latitude and longitude 13  
locations 9  
M
GPS  
map buttons 27  
maps  
settings 59  
simulator 15  
extras 69  
adding 68  
detail level 58  
errors 10  
purchasing 68  
theme 58  
view 26  
F
H
feedback on POI's 10  
files  
help 34  
historical traffic 62  
home  
deleting 57  
supported types 56  
finding locations  
by address 12  
by coordinates 13  
phone number 34  
setting a location 14  
MapSource 56, 68  
mass storage mode 55  
measurements, converting 47  
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memory card 56  
mileage report 39  
mounting the device  
on dashboard 66  
on windshield 70  
removing from mount 67  
mute  
public transit  
avoidances 24, 25  
city maps 25  
O
offers 48  
disabling 49  
viewing 49  
R
off-road navigation 24, 59  
on-screen buttons 7  
recalculating routes 23  
recently found locations 14  
registering the device 3  
removing the mount 67  
renaming trips 45  
resetting  
phone call 33  
P
myDashboard 2  
myGarmin messages 40  
myTrends  
pairing a mobile phone 31  
parking 15, 47  
last spot 47  
enabling 63  
home location 14  
the max speed 29  
trip data 29  
saving 47  
pedestrian mode  
settings 24, 25  
photo navigation  
loading pictures 15  
picture viewer 45  
PIN  
Bluetooth 31  
points of interest  
finding 9  
N
navigation 22  
off road 24  
pedestrian 24  
photo 15  
nearby services 30  
next turn 28  
routes  
off road 24, 59  
stopping 23  
S
safe mode 59  
nüMaps Lifetime 67  
satellite signals 6  
Saved Locations 16–17  
saving  
POI loader 56  
protecting your device  
your current location 16  
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screen  
incidents 52  
receiver 51  
trafficTrends 62  
activating 18  
icons and tones 19  
navigating with 19  
tips for using 19  
wakeup phrase 18  
voice language 62  
voice mail 33  
brightness 60  
screenshots 60  
sending a location 36  
settings 58–76  
Smartphone Link 34  
connecting 35  
traffic alerts 29  
transportation mode 6  
trip computer 29  
trip log 26  
enabling 63  
volume  
software  
trip planner 44  
adjusting 4  
audio mixer 4  
automatic 5  
version 63  
troubleshooting 70  
turn-by-turn directions 27  
turn list 27  
speech recognition 18  
storing the device 64  
system settings 59  
W
U
weather 40  
T
unit converter 47  
unit ID 63  
updating  
radar 41  
text language 63  
time settings 62  
Where Am I? 30  
Where I've Been  
enabling 63  
maps 3  
Track Up 26  
traffic 50–76  
software 3  
USB 70  
Where To? menu 8  
customization  
activating a subscription 54  
adding traffic subscriptions 61  
cameras 54  
user data, deleting 65  
shortcut icon, adding 8  
shortcut icon, removing 8  
world clock 46  
V
icons 51  
voice command  
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