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owner’s manual
models: 2405, 2415, 2445, 2455, 2475, 2495, 2515, 2545, 2555, 2565, 2595
October 2011
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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
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................................................14
Hands-Free Phone Calls ����������������������� 30
About Hands-Free Calling ...............................30
Placing a Call...................................................32
Using In-Call Options ......................................33
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Saving a Home Phone Number.......................34 Traffic Subscriptions........................................49
Using the Apps �������������������������������������� 34 Data Management���������������������������������� 50
Using Help.......................................................34 File Types ........................................................50
About ecoRoute ..............................................34 About Memory Cards.......................................50
About Audiobooks............................................38 Transferring Files from Your Computer ...........50
Planning a Trip.................................................40 Deleting Files ..................................................51
Viewing Pictures..............................................41
Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations.....42
Customizing the Device������������������������ 51
Map and Vehicle Settings................................52
Using the World Clock ....................................42
Navigation Settings..........................................52
Finding Your Last Parking Spot .......................42
Display Settings...............................................53
Converting Units .............................................43
Bluetooth Settings ...........................................54
About Offers ....................................................43
Traffic Settings.................................................55
Using the Language Guide..............................44
Units and Time Settings...................................56
Traffic������������������������������������������������������ 45 Language and Keyboard Settings ...................56
Disabling Live Traffic .......................................46 Proximity Alerts Settings..................................56
Traffic Data......................................................46 Device Settings................................................56
Traffic Receiver ...............................................46 Restoring Settings ...........................................57
Traffic on Your Route.......................................47
Traffic in Your Area ..........................................48
Understanding Traffic Data..............................48
Appendix ������������������������������������������������ 57
Power Cables ..................................................57
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Caring for Your Device.....................................57
Erasing User Data ...........................................58
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power
Cable ...............................................................59
Mounting on Your Dashboard..........................60
Removing the Device, Cradle, and Mount.......60
Updating Maps ...............................................61
Purchasing Additional Maps ............................61
Safety Cameras...............................................61
Custom Points of Interest ................................62
Purchasing Accessories ..................................62
Troubleshooting ..............................................63
Index ������������������������������������������������������� 65
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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
1
Check for updates.
2
3
4
Before you use your device on battery power,
you should charge it.
Plug the vehicle power cable ➊ into the
USB port on the device ➋.
1
•
•
Snap the mount ➌ onto the suction cup ➍.
2
3
Press the suction cup to the windshield, and
flip the lever ➎ 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.
➌
➍
Setting Up myDashboard
➋
➊
Connect the USB cable ➊ to the USB port
➋ on the device.
1
➎
Plug the other end of the vehicle power
cable into a power outlet in your vehicle.
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7
If necessary, connect the external antenna
to the traffic receiver and secure it to the
windshield using the suction cups.
➋
➊
Connect the USB cable to the USB port on
your computer.
2
Follow the on-screen instructions.
3
4
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Registering the Device
Updating Maps
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2
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Follow the on-screen instructions.
Under Map Updates, click Update Now.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Updating the Software
1
2
3
Under Software Updates, click Update Now.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Turning Off the Device
You can power off the device completely.
➊
Hold the Power key
for 3 seconds.
1
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
details and terms and conditions.
➊
NOTE: If you hold the Power key for less
than 3 seconds, the device enters sleep
Select Off.
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Resetting the Device
You can reset your device if it stops functioning.
Adjusting the Screen Brightness
Select Settings > Display > Brightness.
1
2
Hold the Power key for 10 seconds.
Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness.
About Sleep Mode
Adjusting the Volume
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.
Select Volume.
1
2
Select an option:
•
•
•
Use the slider bar to adjust the volume.
Select
to mute the device.
Entering Sleep Mode
Select
> Audio Mixer and use the
Press the Power key.
slider bars to adjust the volume for
navigation prompts, phone, and media.
Exiting Sleep Mode
While the device is in sleep mode, Press the
power key and double-tap
.
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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
Select Volume >
> Automatic Volume.
1
2
Select Enabled.
Transportation mode indicator.
Current time.
Battery status.
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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 cityXplorer™ maps 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
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.
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•
•
•
•
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.
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•
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•
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Adding a Shortcut Icon
The Where To? menu can contain up to 36
shortcut icons.
Select Where To? > Add Shortcut.
1
2
Select an item.
Removing a Shortcut
Select Where To >
Shortcut(s).
> Remove
1
Select the shortcut to remove.
2
3
Select the shortcut again to confirm.
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About Locations
➊
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.
5
6
Select
.
Finding a Location by Category
Finding a Location Using the Search Bar
Select Where To?.
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2
3
4
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.
1
2
3
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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2
3
4
•
To search for a type of business, enter a
category name, such as “movie theaters”
or “coffee shops.”
Select a category, or select Categories.
If necessary, select a subcategory.
Select the search bar ➊.
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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.
1
Select an option.
2
3
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:
4
•
To search using a suggested search
term, select the term.
1
2
3
4
5
Select a location from the list.
•
To search using the text you entered,
Select
Select
.
select
.
> Edit.
If necessary, select a location.
5
Select Report as Closed or Report as
Missing.
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This information is sent to Garmin when you
connect your device to myGarmin™ using your
computer.
The star rating updates on your device.
About Search Tools
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
Editing Location Information
You can change the address or phone number
for a location that appears in the search results.
1
2
3
4
5
Select a location from the list.
Select
Select
.
> Edit.
Finding an Address
NOTE: The order of the steps may change
depending on the map data loaded on your
device.
Select Address or Phone Number, and
enter the new information.
Rating a Point of Interest
You can assign a star rating to a point of
interest.
Select Where To? > Address.
1
2
Enter information as prompted by the on-
screen instructions.
1
2
3
If necessary, select Searching Near, and
enter a different city or postal code.
3
Select
>
.
Select the stars to rate the point of interest.
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If necessary, select the address.
Enter the second street name, and select
Next.
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5
Finding a City
Before you can find a city, you must add the city
If necessary, select the street.
6
7
If necessary, select the intersection.
Select Where To? > Cities.
Select Enter Search.
Enter a city name, and select
Select a city.
1
2
3
4
Finding a Location Using Coordinates
You can find a location using latitude and
longitude coordinates. This method can be
helpful when geocaching.
.
Select Where To? > Categories >
Coordinates.
1
Finding an Intersection
Before you can find an intersection, you must
add a shortcut to the intersection search tool
If necessary, select
correct coordinate format for the type of map
you are using, and select Save.
> Format, select the
2
Select Where To? > Intersections.
1
2
Select the latitude coordinate.
3
4
5
6
7
Select a state or province.
Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.
Select the longitude coordinate.
Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.
Select View on Map.
NOTE: If necessary, select State or Country
to change the country, state, or province.
Enter the first street name, and select Next.
3
If necessary, select the street.
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Finding a Location by Browsing the Map
If necessary, select the location description
to view additional information.
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Before you can find places included in the map
data, such as restaurants, hospitals, and fuel
stations, you must enable the map layer for
Finding a Location Using Quick Search
After you have performed a search for a point
of interest, certain categories may display a
Quick Search list that displays the last four
destinations you selected.
Select View Map.
1
2
3
Select the screen.
Select Where To?.
1
2
3
Drag and zoom the map to display the area
to search.
Select a category, or select Categories.
Location markers appear on the map for
places along the road.
If applicable, select a destination from the
Quick Search list.
If necessary, select , and select a
category icon to view only a specific
category of places.
4
5
If necessary, select the appropriate
destination.
4
Select an option:
•
•
Select a location marker.
Select a point, such as a street,
intersection, or address location.
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Saving a Home Location
You can set your home location for the location
you return to most often.
Finding Recently Found Places
Your device stores the last 50 locations you
have found.
Select Where To? >
Location.
> Set Home
Select Where To? > Recent.
1
1
2
Select a location.
Select Enter My Address, Use My Current
Location, or Recently Found.
2
Clearing the List of Recently Found Places
Select Where To? > Recent >
> Yes.
> Clear
The location is saved as “Home” in the Saved
Going Home
Finding Parking
Select Where To? > Go Home.
You can find detailed parking information and
pricing information.
Editing Your Home Location Information
Select Where To? > Categories > Parking.
Select an option.
1
2
3
Select Where To? > Saved > Home.
1
2
3
4
Select
> Edit.
Select a parking location.
Enter your changes.
Select Done.
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Using Photo Navigation
You can upload pictures onto your device or
memory card that include location information
and create routes to the pictured locations.
Setting a Simulated Location
If you are indoors or not receiving satellite
signals, you can use the GPS to set a simulated
location.
Connect your device to your computer (page
50).
Select Settings > Navigation.
Select GPS Simulator.
Select View Map.
1
1
2
3
4
2
3
Follow the instructions on the Web site to
select and load pictures.
Select an area on the map.
The address of the location appears at the
bottom of the screen.
Disconnect the device from the computer.
Turn on the device.
4
5
6
Select the address.
5
6
From the main menu, select Where To? >
Saved > Photos.
Select Set Location.
A list of pictures with location information
appears.
Select a picture.
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Saving Your Current Location
Saving Locations
From the map, select the vehicle icon.
You can save locations so you can quickly find
them and create routes to them.
1
2
3
4
Select Save.
Enter a name, and select Done.
Select OK.
Saving a Location
1
2
3
4
5
Select a location from the list.
Starting a Route to a Saved Location
Select
Select
.
Select Where To? > Saved.
1
2
> Save.
If necessary, select a category, or select All
Categories.
If necessary, enter a name, and select Done.
Select a location.
3
4
Select Go!.
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Editing a Saved Location
Assigning Categories to a Saved
Location
You can add custom categories to organize your
saved locations.
Select Where To? > Saved.
If necessary, select a category.
Select a location.
1
2
3
4
5
6
NOTE: Categories appear in the saved locations
menu after you have saved more than 12
locations.
Select
Select
.
> Edit.
Select an option:
Select Where To? > Saved.
1
2
3
4
5
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•
•
Select Name.
Select a location.
Select Phone Number.
Select
Select
.
To assign categories to the Favorite,
select Categories.
> Edit > Categories.
Enter one or more category names,
separated by commas.
•
•
To save a photo with the Favorite, select
Suggested categories appear below the text
bar as you type. You can select a suggested
word to use the suggestion.
To change the symbol used to mark the
Favorite on a map, select Change Map
Symbol.
Select Done.
6
Edit the information.
7
8
Select Done.
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Deleting a Saved Location
Setting your Wakeup Phrase
NOTE: Deleted locations cannot be recovered.
The wakeup phrase is a word or phrase you can
say to activate Voice Command. The default
wakeup phrase is Voice Command.
Select Where To? > Saved.
1
2
3
Select
> Delete Saved Places.
TIP: You can reduce the chance of accidental
Voice Command activation by using a strong
wakeup phrase.
Select the box next to the saved locations to
delete, and select Delete.
Select Apps > Voice Command >
Customize Phrase.
1
Voice Command
Enter a new wakeup phrase.
2
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
Select Done.
3
models, or for all languages and regions.
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.
Activating Voice Command
Say your wakeup phrase.
The Voice Command menu appears.
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Voice Command Tips
•
Speak in a normal voice directed at the
device.
•
Reduce background noise, such as voices
or the radio, to increase the accuracy of the
voice recognition.
Listen for the voice prompt, and speak the
name of the location.
3
4
•
•
•
Speak commands as they appear on the
screen.
A list of locations appears.
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.
Starting a Route Using Voice Command
You can say the names of popular, well-known
locations.
Say the line number.
Say your wakeup phrase.
1
2
Say Find Place.
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Muting Instructions
You can disable the voice prompts for Voice
Command without muting the device.
Select Apps > Voice Command >
.
1
2
Select Mute Instructions > Enabled.
Say Navigate.
5
Disabling Voice Command
You can disable Voice Command, which
prevents you from accidentally activating Voice
Command while speaking.
Finding an Address
Say Voice Command.
1
2
3
Say Find Address.
Select Apps > Voice Command >
Select Voice Command > Disabled.
.
1
2
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
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
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Select Drive.
Select Walk.
Select a location.
Select Routes and, if necessary, select
Select Public Transit to calculate a route
that combines public transit and walking.
NOTE: You must have cityXplorer™ maps
loaded to navigate using public transit
(page 25).
A map appears with Faster Time, Shorter
Distance, and Less Fuel routes highlighted.
Use the on-screen buttons to select a route
4
5
If necessary, select a route.
5
Select Go!.
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Using the Automobile Navigation Map
While navigating in Automobile mode, you can
select map features.
Following an Automobile Route
The route is marked with a magenta line. A
checkered flag marks your destination.
Select the map.
Map icons appear.
Select an option:
1
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.
2
•
To view different parts of the map, drag
the screen.
•
•
•
To zoom in and out, select
or
.
To rotate the map view, select
.
To switch from North Up to 3D view,
select
.
•
•
To add or remove map layers, select
.
To center the map on your current
location in pedestrian mode, select
.
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Adding a Point to a Route
Stopping the 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 navigating a route, select to return
to the main menu.
1
While you navigate a route, you can find gas,
food, lodging, and restrooms near upcoming
exits.
Select Where To?.
2
3
4
5
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
Taking a Detour
Use
and
to select an exit.
While navigating an automobile route, you can
use detours to avoid obstacles ahead of you,
such as construction zones.
Select
> Go!.
Finding Exit Services
NOTE: If the route you are currently navigating
is the only reasonable option, your device might
not calculate a detour.
From the map, select
> Exit Services.
1
2
3
Use
Select an exit service tab.
To view nearby gas stations, select
and
to select an upcoming exit.
From the map, select > Detour.
•
.
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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 restaurants, select
.
To view nearby lodging, select
To view nearby restrooms, select
.
.
Select Settings > Navigation.
1
2
Select a point of interest.
4
Select Calculation Mode > Off Road >
Save.
Avoiding Road Features
The route will be calculated as a straight line
to the location.
Select Settings > Navigation >
Avoidances.
1
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).
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 Settings > Navigation > Public
Transit.
1
Select the transit type to avoid on your
routes.
2
Select Save.
3
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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
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
➊
➋
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.
•
•
Select ➊ to switch between sections of the
route.
Enabling Transit Types
NOTE: Transit types are available when
cityXplorer maps are loaded (page 25).
Select ➋ 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
Changing the Tools on the Map
Select Settings > Map and Vehicle >
Dashboards.
1
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.
Use the arrows to select a dashboard.
2
3
Select Save.
Viewing Turns
From the main menu, select Settings > Map
and Vehicle > Map Buttons.
1
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.
Select an option:
2
•
•
•
To add a tool, select
tool.
, and select a
Select the text bar on the top of the map.
1
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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Select a turn.
2
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
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.
Select
> Map.
2
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 Speed >
.
1
2
Select an option:
Select the alert to view more information.
•
When not navigating a route, select
Reset 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.
Select Reset Trip B to reset the
odometer.
From the map, select
> Trip Computer.
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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
Select your phone from the list, and select
OK.
6
7
8
Before you can use hands-free calling, you
must pair your device with a compatible mobile
phone. Pairing your phone with your device
allows your phone and device to recognize each
other and connect quickly.
If necessary, on your phone, confirm that the
device is allowed to connect.
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
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.
4
5
•
When your phone is connected to your
device, you can make phone calls.
On your device, select OK.
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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 have 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 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
1
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
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 ecoRoute
The ecoRoute™ feature calculates the fuel
economy and the fuel price of navigating to a
destination, and offers tools for improving fuel
efficiency.
Select Phone > Call Home.
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
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Select Yes.
3
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.
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
compatibility and purchasing information.
Enter the current fuel price.
2
3
Enter the amount of fuel the vehicle has
used since the last time the fuel tank was
filled.
Setting up the Vehicle Profile
The first time you use the ecoRoute features,
you must enter vehicle information.
Enter the distance you have travelled since
the last time the fuel tank was filled.
4
5
Select Apps > ecoRoute™.
1
Enter fuel and mileage information.
2
Select Next.
Changing the Fuel Price
1
The device calculates the average vehicle
fuel economy.
Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > At the Pump.
Select Save.
6
Enter the current price of fuel, and select
Next.
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•
•
Acceleration—displays your score for
smooth and gradual acceleration. You lose
points for rapid acceleration.
About the ecoChallenge
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.
Braking—displays your score for smooth
and gradual braking. You lose points for hard
braking.
Removing the ecoChallenge Score From the
Map
Viewing ecoChallenge Scores
•
View your current score in the
ecoChallenge icon on the map.
Select
>
> Settings > Hide > Save.
Resetting the ecoChallenge Scores
•
Select
to view detailed scores.
Select Apps > ecoRoute > Vehicle Profile.
Select Reset.
1
2
About the ecoChallenge Score
•
•
•
Current—displays the score for your current
driving activity.
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).
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Viewing Fuel Economy Information
Viewing a Mileage Report
You can view your fuel consumption, your total
fuel cost, and your average fuel economy.
You can view saved mileage reports on the
device.
Select Apps > ecoRoute > Fuel Economy.
TIP: You can access mileage reports in the
Reports folder on the device drive or volume
1
2
Select a section of the graph to zoom in.
Mileage Reports
Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > Mileage
Report.
1
Mileage reports provide the distance, the time,
the average fuel economy, and the fuel cost of
navigating to a destination.
Select a report.
2
Resetting ecoRoute Information
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.
Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > Vehicle
1
Profile.
Select
> Reset.
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Playing an Audiobook
About Audiobooks
Select Apps > Audible.
1
2
3
The device can play audiobooks from Audible.
com. This feature requires a subscription 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.
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 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
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Planning a Trip
➋
You can use the trip planner to create and save
a trip with multiple destinations.
➊
Select Apps > Trip Planner.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Select
.
Select Select Start Location.
Select Select.
Select an option:
3
•
•
•
Select ➊ to change the arrival or
departure time.
Select ➊ > Duration to record how long
To add additional locations, select
Select Next.
.
you will stay at a location.
Select ➋ 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.
1
2
Select a saved trip.
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Navigating to a Saved Trip
Viewing Pictures
Select Apps > Trip Planner.
1
2
3
4
View pictures that you have stored in the device
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
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.
1
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.
4
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
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.
Before you can use this feature, you must
Your can view your previous routes and places
you have stopped on the map.
Select Apps > Last Spot.
Select Apps > Where I’ve Been.
Using the Calculator
Select Apps > Calculator.
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If necessary, select a currency button, select
a different currency, and select Save.
4
5
Converting Units
Select Apps > Unit Converter.
1
2
Select the button at the bottom of the screen
that displays the currency conversion rate.
If necessary, select the button next to
Convert, select a measurement category,
and select Save.
Select the box next to a currency.
Enter a value, and select Done.
Select OK.
6
7
8
If necessary, select a unit button, select a
unit of measurement, and select Save.
3
4
5
Select the field below the unit you want to
convert.
About Offers
Enter the number, and select Done.
If your device package includes a traffic receiver,
you will receive location-relevant offers and
coupons. Ad-based traffic information is only
available in North America.
Setting Currency Conversion Rates
Manually
You can update the currency conversion rates
manually so that you are always using the most-
current rates.
NOTE: The traffic receiver must be connected to
external power and you must be in a coverage
area to receive ad-based traffic information.
Select Apps > Unit Converter.
Select the button next to Convert.
Select Currency, then select Save.
1
2
3
See our privacy statement at www
.garmin.com/privacy/ to view our privacy
information.
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Viewing Offers
Using the Language Guide
Use the Language Guide to look up and
translate words or phrases.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to write down the coupon codes
while driving.
Select Apps > Language Guide.
Select an offer that appears on the screen to
search for the nearest location related to that
offer.
1
Selecting Languages in a Language
Guide
You can select the languages you want to
If available, select
code.
to view a coupon
2
3
translate when translating words and phrases.
Select Apps > Language Guide > Words
and Phrases.
1
Write down this code and present it when
you arrive at the location.
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.
Select Settings > Traffic.
1
2
Select the Live Traffic check box.
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Translating Words and Phrases
Traffic
Select Apps > Language Guide > Words
and Phrases.
1
NOTICE
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or
timeliness of the traffic information.
Select a category and subcategories.
2
3
If necessary, select , enter a keyword,
and select Done.
Traffic information may not be available in all
areas or countries.
Select a word or a phrase.
4
5
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
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.
Select
to listen to the translation.
Using the 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
Select a word.
4
5
Select
to listen to the translation.
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NOTE: Heated (metallized) windshields could
degrade the performance of the traffic receiver.
Disabling Live Traffic
Select Settings.
1
2
Clear the Live Traffic check box.
Traffic Receiver
The device no longer receives live traffic data,
but automobile routes still avoid potentially
congested areas using trafficTrends, if enabled
➊
➋
➌
➍
➎
Traffic Data
When the receiver is within a traffic coverage
area, your device will begin displaying traffic
information.
Mini-USB connector
➊
External antenna connector
➋
The traffic receiver and the device may need to
be in data range of an FM station transmitting
traffic information.
Internal antenna
➌
Power LED
➍
Vehicle power adapter
➎
Connect the traffic receiver to an external
power source.
1
Connect the traffic receiver to the device.
2
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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.
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.
3
Traffic in Your Area
Manually Avoiding Traffic on Your Route
Searching for Traffic Delays
From the map, select
.
1
2
3
From the map page, select
Select Traffic Conditions >
Select an item in the list.
.
1
2
3
4
Select Traffic On Route.
.
If necessary, use the arrows to view other
traffic delays on your route.
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
.
1
2
Select Traffic Legend.
Select Traffic Conditions.
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From the main menu, select Settings >
Traffic.
1
2
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.
Select an option:
•
For non-North American units, select
Subscriptions >
For North American units, select
.
•
.
Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID.
3
4
a subscription and get a 25-character code.
Lifetime Subscriptions
Some models include subscriptions to lifetime
features.
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
Select Next on the device.
Enter the code.
5
6
7
Adding a Subscription
You can purchase traffic subscriptions for other
regions or countries.
Select Done.
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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.
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.
Installing a Memory Card
The device supports microSD™ and microSDHC
memory or data cards.
NOTE: The device is not compatible with
Windows® 95, 98, Me, Windows NT®, and Mac®
OS 10.3 and earlier.
Insert a memory card into the slot on the
device.
1
File Types
The device supports the following file types:
Press it in until it clicks.
2
•
•
Transferring Files from Your
Computer
Maps and GPX waypoint files from
Connect the device to your computer
1
•
GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI
Your device and memory card appear
as removable drives in My Computer in
Windows and as mounted volumes on Mac
computers.
About Memory Cards
You can purchase memory cards from an
electronics supplier, or purchase pre-loaded
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NOTE: Some computers with multiple
network drives cannot display nüvi drives.
See your operating system help file to learn
how to map the drives.
Disconnect the cable from your computer.
2
Deleting Files
NOTICE
On your computer, open the file browser.
Select the file.
2
3
4
5
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 > Copy.
Open the Garmin or memory card drive or
volume.
Open the Garmin drive or volume.
If necessary, open a folder or volume.
Select a file.
1
2
3
4
Select Edit > Paste.
6
The file appears in the list of files in the
device memory or on the memory card.
Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
Customizing the Device
Complete an action:
1
Select Settings.
1
2
3
•
For Windows computers, double-click the
eject icon in your system tray.
For Mac computers, drag the volume
icon to the Trash
Select a setting category.
Select the setting to change it.
•
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•
•
Dashboards—sets the map dashboard
layout.
Map and Vehicle Settings
Select Settings > Map and Vehicle.
myMaps
•
Vehicle—changes the icon to represent your
position on the map. Go to www
Enabling Maps
TIP: To purchase additional map products, go to
.garmingarage.com for more icons.
•
•
•
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.
Navigation Settings
Select Settings > Navigation.
•
•
Map Theme—changes the color of the map
data.
•
•
Calculation Mode—sets route preference.
Avoidances—sets road features to avoid on
a route.
Map Buttons—sets which buttons are
included on the map. You can include up to
three buttons on the map.
•
•
Custom Avoidances—allows you to avoid
specific roads or areas.
•
Map Layers—sets the data that appears on
Advanced Detours—sets the length of a
detour.
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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.
Display Settings
•
GPS Simulator—stops the device from
receiving a GPS signal, and saves battery
power.
Select Settings > Display.
•
Orientation—changes to landscape or
portrait mode.
Route Preferences
Select Settings > Navigation > Calculation
Mode.
•
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).
The route calculation is based on road speeds
and vehicle acceleration data for a given route.
•
Faster Time—calculates routes that are
faster to drive but can be longer in distance.
•
Brightness—changes the brightness of the
screen. Decreasing the brightness can save
battery power.
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•
•
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.
Capturing Screenshots
1
Managing the Bluetooth Device List
You can add, disconnect, or delete phones that
your device detects while Bluetooth is enabled.
Select Settings > Display > Screenshot >
Enabled.
Select
to take a screenshot.
2
Select Settings > Bluetooth > Phone.
1
2
The picture bitmap file is saved in the
50).
Select an option:
•
Select a phone for your device to
connect with.
Bluetooth Settings
Select Settings > Bluetooth.
•
•
Select to add a phone to the menu.
Select
to delete a phone from the
•
Bluetooth—enables the Bluetooth
component.
device memory.
•
Select None to drop your current
connection.
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Disabling Bluetooth
trafficTrends
Select Settings > Bluetooth.
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 your device
when you connect your device to myGarmin™
using your computer.
1
2
Select Bluetooth.
Traffic Settings
Select Settings > Traffic.
•
•
Traffic—enables traffic and offers.
NOTE: Different routes may be calculated based
on traffic trends for the day of the week or the
time of day.
Subscriptions—lists current traffic
subscriptions.
•
trafficTrends™
Disabling trafficTrends
To prevent your device from recording or sharing
traffic data, you must disable trafficTrends.
Purchasing Traffic Subscriptions
You can purchase additional subscriptions or a
renewal if your subscription expires. Go to
Select Settings > Traffic > trafficTrends.
Viewing Traffic Subscriptions
Select Settings > Traffic > Subscriptions.
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Keyboard Layout—sets the keyboard
layout.
Units and Time Settings
Select Settings > Units and Time.
•
•
Current Time—sets the device time.
Proximity Alerts Settings
Units—sets the unit of measure used for
distances.
Select Settings > Proximity Alerts.
•
•
Audio—sets the tone of an alert.
•
Time Format—allows you to select a
12-hour, 24-hour, or UTC display time.
Alerts—alerts you when you approach
custom safety cameras.
Language and Keyboard Settings
Device Settings
Select Settings > Language.
Select Settings > Device.
•
Voice Language—sets the language for
voice prompts.
•
About—displays the software version
number, the unit ID number, and information
about other software features.
•
Text Language—sets all on-screen text to
the selected language.
•
EULAs—displays the end-user license
agreements that apply to your choice.
NOTE: Changing the text language does not
change the language of user-entered data or
map data, such as street names.
NOTE: You need this information when you
update the system software or purchase
•
Keyboard Language—sets the language for
your keyboard.
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•
Keep Travel History—allows the device to
record information for the, Where I’ve Been
Appendix
Power Cables
Your device can be powered three ways.
Clear Travel History
•
•
•
Vehicle power cable
USB cable
Restoring Settings
You can restore a category of settings or all
settings to the factory defaults.
AC adapter (optional accessory)
Select Settings.
1
2
3
Caring for Your Device
If necessary, select a settings category.
Select
> Restore.
NOTICE
Avoid dropping your device and operating it in
high-shock and high-vibration environments.
Do not expose the device to water.
Contact with water can cause this device to
malfunction.
Do not store the device where prolonged
exposure to extreme temperatures can occur,
because it can cause permanent damage.
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Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the
touchscreen, or damage may result.
Avoiding Theft
•
•
•
•
Remove the device and mount from sight
when not in use.
Cleaning the Outer Casing
Remove the residue left on the windshield by
the suction cup.
NOTICE
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can
damage plastic components.
Do not keep your unit in the glove
compartment.
Clean the outer casing of the device (not the
touchscreen) using a cloth dampened with a
mild detergent solution.
1
Register your device at http://my.garmin
.com.
Erasing User Data
Wipe the device dry.
2
NOTE: Any items that you have saved are
Cleaning the Touchscreen
erased.
Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.
1
2
Turn the device on.
1
2
If necessary, use water, isopropyl alcohol, or
eyeglass lens cleaner.
Hold your finger on the lower-right corner of
the device screen.
Apply the liquid to the cloth.
3
4
Keep your finger pressed until the
pop-up window appears.
3
4
Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.
Select Yes to clear all user data.
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All original settings are restored.
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle
Power Cable
Extending the Battery Life
•
Keep your device away from extreme
temperatures.
NOTICE
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.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Do not leave your device in direct sunlight.
If your device does not charge in your vehicle,
you may need to replace the fuse located at the
tip of the vehicle adapter.
Unscrew the end piece ➊.
1
TIP: You may need to use a coin to remove
the end piece.
➊
Remove the end piece, the silver tip
2
3
➋, and the fuse (glass and silver
cylinder) ➌.
➋
➌
Install a 1 A or 2 A fast-blow fuse.
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NOTE: The required fuse for your cable
is listed after "output" on the back of the
vehicle power adapter.
Remove the clear plastic cover from the top
of the disk.
4
5
6
Place the suction cup mount on top of the
disk.
Place the silver tip in the end piece.
4
5
Screw the end piece back into the vehicle
power cable.
Flip the lever down (toward the disk).
Removing the Device, Cradle, and
Mount
Removing the Device from the Cradle
Mounting on Your Dashboard
NOTICE
The permanent mounting adhesive is extremely
difficult to remove after it is installed.
Press up on the tab on the top of the cradle.
1
2
Tilt the device forward.
Use the enclosed mounting disk to mount your
device to the dashboard and comply with certain
state regulations.
Removing the Cradle from the Mount
Turn the cradle to the right or left.
1
2
Clean and dry the dashboard where you are
placing the disk.
1
Apply pressure until the socket on the cradle
releases the ball on the mount.
Remove the backing from the adhesive on
the bottom of the disk.
2
Place the disk on the dashboard.
3
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Removing the Suction Cup Mount from
the Windshield
LM
This model includes a nüMaps
Lifetime subscription.
Flip the lever on the suction cup mount
toward you.
1
LMT This model includes a lifetime traffic
subscription, nüMaps Lifetime
Pull the tab on the suction cup toward you.
2
subscription, and a traffic receiver.
Updating Maps
Purchasing Additional Maps
You can update the maps on your device. For
more information, go to www.garmin.com
Guide.
Go to your device product page on the
1
Click the Maps tab.
2
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
About nüMaps Lifetime
Some models include subscriptions to nüMaps
Lifetime, which provides quarterly map updates
for the life of your device.
Safety Cameras
‹ CAUTION
lifetime for terms and conditions.
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of,
or the consequences of using, a custom POI or
safety camera database.
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Safety camera information is available in some
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.
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.
You can purchase a new region or extend an
existing subscription at any time. Each region
that you purchase has an expiration date.
With the POI Loader open, click Help.
Custom Points of Interest
Finding Extras
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 Where To? > Categories > Custom
POIs.
1
Select a category.
2
Purchasing Accessories
Go to http://buy.garmin.com.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
My device is not acquiring
satellite signals
•
•
•
•
From the main menu, select Settings > System > GPS Simulator.
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.
The device does not
charge in my vehicle.
•
•
•
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.
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.
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currency 43
units 43
coordinates 12
B
Index
battery 63
settings 54
Symbols
A
brightness 53
D
accessories 62
addresses 11
alerts
audiobook 38
bookmark 39
loading 38
deleting
C
calculator 42
calls
character 7
files 51
pictures 42
trips 41
answering 32
home 34
muting 33
playing 38
enabling 5
category
detours 23
converting
avoiding
theft 58
traffic 48
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finding locations
E
J
ecoRoute 34–37
editing
K
keyboard 7
L
destinations 41
G
locations 9
geocaching 12
GPS
M
settings 53
simulator 15
maps
extras 62
adding 61
errors 10
purchasing 61
theme 52
view 26
H
F
help 34
home
files
deleting 51
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mounting the device
mute
myDashboard 2
myTrends
public transit
O
offers 43
disabling 44
viewing 44
R
resetting
P
parking 14
enabling 57
saving 42
N
pedestrian mode
photo navigation
PIN
Bluetooth 31
points of interest
finding 9
navigation 22
pedestrian 24
photo 15
routes
stopping 23
S
saving
protecting your device
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volume
brightness 53
screenshots 54
settings 51–70
software
enabling 57
troubleshooting 63
adjusting 4
automatic 5
version 56
W
Where I've Been
enabling 57
customization
U
updating
maps 3
software 3
USB 63
T
tools 34–39
traffic 45–70
icons 46
incidents 47
receiver 46
V
voice command
activating 18
trafficTrends 55
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