nüvi 2405/2505 series ® owner’s manual January 2012 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual 190-01355-00_0C Printed in Taiwan a
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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.................................................
Using In-Call Options ...................................... 33 Saving a Home Phone Number........................ 34 Using the Language Guide............................... 49 Using the Apps �������������������������������������� 34 Disabling Live Traffic........................................ 50 Traffic Data....................................................... 51 Traffic Receiver................................................ 51 Traffic on Your Route........................................
Bluetooth Settings............................................ 60 Traffic Settings.................................................. 61 Units and Time Settings................................... 62 Language and Keyboard Settings.................... 62 Proximity Alerts Settings................................... 63 Device Settings................................................. 63 Restoring Settings............................................ 63 Troubleshooting . ...........................................
Getting Started WARNING ee the Important Safety and Product S Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. 1 Connect the device to vehicle power (page 1). 2 Mount the device (page 1). 3 Register the device (page 3). 4 Check for updates. • Software updates (page 3). • Free map update (page 3). nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power WARNING This product contains a lithium-ion battery.
About myDashboard ➍ Use myDashboard to register your device, check for software and map updates, access product manuals and support, and more. ➌ ➊ ➋ ➎ Setting Up myDashboard 1 Connect the USB cable ➊ to the USB port ➋ on the device. 6 Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into a power outlet in your vehicle. 7 If necessary, connect the external antenna to the traffic receiver and secure it to the windshield using the suction cups.
Registering the Device 1 Open myDashboard (page 2). 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. Updating the Software 1 Open myDashboard (page 2). 2 Under Software Updates, click Update Now. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions. 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. Updating Maps 1 Open myDashboard (page 2).
2 Select Off. Resetting the Device You can reset your device if it stops functioning. Hold the Power key for 10 seconds. About Sleep Mode 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. Entering Sleep Mode Press the Power key. Adjusting the Screen Brightness 1 Select Settings > Display > Brightness. 2 Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness.
About Automatic Volume NOTE: Automatic volume is not available on all models. Your device can increase or decrease the volume automatically based on the level of background noise. Enabling Automatic Volume 1 Select Volume > > Automatic Volume. 2 Select Enabled. Status Bar Icons 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. GPS signal status.
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 at least one of the bars is green, your device has acquired satellite signals. For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Viewing GPS Signal Status Hold for three seconds. Transportation Modes Automobile mode Pedestrian mode Routing and navigation are calculated differently based on your transportation mode.
Battery Information After the device is connected to power, it begins to charge. 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. Using the On-screen Buttons • • • • • Select to return to the previous screen. Hold to quickly return to the main menu. Select or to see more choices. Hold or to scroll faster.
About Shortcuts You can add shortcuts to the Where To? menu. A shortcut can point to a location, a category, or a search tool. Adding a Shortcut Icon The Where To? menu can contain up to 36 shortcut icons. 1 Select Where To? > Add Shortcut. 2 Select an item. Removing a Shortcut 1 Select Where To > > Remove Shortcut(s). Select the shortcut to remove. 2 3 Select the shortcut again to confirm. 8 Finding Locations The device offers many methods for finding locations.
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. Finding a Location by Category 1 Select Where To?. 2 Select a category, or select Categories. 3 If necessary, select a subcategory. 4 Select a location. Searching Within a Category To narrow your search results, you can search within some categories. 1 Select Where To?.
• To search for a business by name, enter all or part of the name. • To search for an address near you, enter the street number and street name. • To search for an address in another city, enter the street number, street name, city, and state. • To search for a city, enter the city and state. • To search for coordinates, enter latitude and longitude coordinates. 5 Select an option: • To search using a suggested search term, select the term. • To search using the text you entered, select .
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). 3 Select the stars to rate the point of interest. Editing Location Information 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).
2 If necessary, select > Fuel Type, select a fuel type, and select Save. 3 Select a fuel station. 3 Enter a city name, and select 4 Select a city. Finding an Address Before you can find an intersection, you must add a shortcut to the intersection search tool (page 8). 1 Select Where To? > Categories > Intersections. 2 Select a state or province. NOTE: If necessary, select State or Country to change the country, state, or province. 3 Enter the first street name, and select Next.
Finding a Location Using Coordinates You can find a location using latitude and longitude coordinates. This method can be helpful when geocaching. 1 Select Where To? > Categories > Coordinates. 2 If necessary, select > Format, select the correct coordinate format for the type of map you are using, and select Save. 3 Select the latitude coordinate. 4 Enter the new coordinate, and select Done. 5 Select the longitude coordinate. 6 Enter the new coordinate, and select Done. 7 Select View on Map.
Quick Search list that displays the last four destinations you selected. 1 Select Where To?. 2 Select a category, or select Categories. 3 If applicable, select a destination from the Quick Search list. 4 If necessary, select the appropriate destination. Going Home Saving a Home Location Finding Recently Found Places You can set your home location for the location you return to most often. 1 Select Where To? > > Set Home Location. 2 Select Enter My Address, Use My Current Location, or Recently Found.
Finding Parking You can find detailed parking information and pricing information. 1 Select Where To? > Categories > Parking. 2 Select a parking 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. 1 Connect your device to your computer (page 56). 2 Go to http://connect.garmin.com/photos. 3 Follow the instructions on the Web site to select and load pictures.
Saving Locations You can save locations so you can quickly find them and create routes to them. Saving a Location 1 Find a location (page 9). 2 Select a location from the list. 3 Select . 4 Select > Save. 5 If necessary, enter a name, and select Done. Saving Your Current Location 1 From the map, select the vehicle icon. 2 Select Save. 3 Enter a name, and select Done. 4 Select OK. Starting a Route to a Saved Location 1 Select Where To? > Saved.
• To change the symbol used to mark the Favorite on a map, select Change Map Symbol. 7 Edit the information. 8 Select Done. Assigning Categories to a Saved Location You can add custom categories to organize your saved locations. NOTE: Categories appear in the saved locations menu after you have saved more than 12 locations. 1 Select Where To? > Saved. 2 Select a location. 3 Select . 4 Select > Edit > Categories. 5 Enter one or more category names, separated by commas.
7 Select Share. Deleting a Saved Location NOTE: Deleted locations cannot be recovered. 1 Select Where To? > Saved. 2 Select > Delete Saved Places. 3 Select the box next to the saved locations to delete, and select Delete. Voice Command About Voice Commands NOTE: Voice Command is not available on all 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.
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. 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 two tones to confirm when the device enters and exits Voice Command mode.
4 Say the line number. 5 Say Navigate. Finding an Address 1 Say Voice Command. 2 Say Find Address. 3 Speak the entire address. 20 Muting Instructions You can disable the voice prompts for Voice Command without muting the device. 1 Select Apps > Voice Command > . 2 Select Mute Instructions > Enabled. Disabling Voice Command You can disable Voice Command, which prevents you from accidentally activating Voice Command while speaking. 1 Select Apps > Voice Command > . 2 Select Voice Command > Disabled.
Navigation Starting a Route 1 2 3 4 Search for a location (page 8). Select a location. Select Go!. If necessary, select an option. • Select Drive. • Select Walk. • 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). 5 If necessary, select a route. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual Starting a Route to a Saved Location 1 Select Where To? > Saved.
Following an Automobile Route The route is marked with a magenta line. A checkered flag marks your destination. 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. Using the Navigation Map 1 From the main menu, select View Map. 2 If the zoom controls are hidden, select the map to display the zoom controls.
• To view shortcuts for map and navigation features, select . Adding a Point to a Route Before you can add a stop to a route, you must be navigating a route in Automobile mode. 1 While navigating a route, select to return to the main menu. 2 Select Where To?. 3 Search for the location (page 9). 4 Select Go!. 5 Select Add to Active Route. Taking a Detour While navigating an automobile route, you can use detours to avoid obstacles ahead of you, such as construction zones.
• To view nearby gas stations, select . • To view nearby restaurants, select . • To view nearby lodging, select . • To view nearby restrooms, select . 4 Select a point of interest. Avoiding Road Features 1 Select Settings > Navigation > Avoidances. 2 Select the road features to avoid on your routes, and select Save. Avoiding Transit Types NOTE: Transit types are available when cityXplorer maps are loaded (page 25). 1 Select Settings > Navigation > Public Transit.
NOTE: cityXplorer maps are not included with the device. Go to http://my.garmin.com to purchase cityXplorer maps. NOTE: You can change the types of public transit and limit the distance spent walking during a pedestrian route (page 59). About Map Icons • • Using the Pedestrian Navigation Map See page 22 for more map functions. ➊ ➋ • • • • Select ➊ to switch between sections of the route. Select ➋ to view the route itinerary.
2 Select the transit type to include in your routes, and select Save. Map Pages 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. 1 From the map, select . 2 Select Map Layers. 3 Select which layers you want to include on the map, and select Save. Viewing the Trip Log Your device keeps a trip log, which is a record of the path you have traveled. 26 1 Select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Map Layers.
• Select 3-D to display the map in three dimensions. Changing the Tools on the Map 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. 1 From the main menu, select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Map Buttons. 2 Select an option: • To add a tool, select , and select a tool.
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 1 While navigating an automobile route, select the navigation bar at the top of the map. 2 Select > Map. 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.
Viewing Traffic Alerts While you navigate an automobile route, a traffic alert may appear in the navigation bar. Select the alert to view more information. Viewing Trip Information The trip information page displays your present speed and provides statistics about your trip. TIP: If you make frequent stops, leave the device turned on so it can accurately measure elapsed time during the trip. From the map, select > Trip Computer.
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. From the map, select > Where Am I?. Finding Nearby Services 1 From the map, select > Where Am I?. 2 Select Hospitals, Police Stations, or Fuel to view the nearest locations in that category.
Pairing Your Phone 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. 1 Place your phone and your device within 33 ft. (10 m) of each other. 2 On your device, enable Bluetooth wireless technology (page 30). 3 Select an option: • Select Add Phone. • If you have already paired a different phone, select Phone > .
• • When you turn on the device, it tries to connect to the last phone to which it was connected. You might need to set your mobile phone to connect to the device automatically when it is turned on. Receiving a Call When you receive a call, select an option: • Select Answer. • Select Ignore to ignore the call. Placing a Call Dialing a Number 1 Select Phone > Dial. 2 Enter the number. 3 Select Dial.
Using the Call History 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. 1 Select Phone > Call History. 2 Select a category. A list of calls appears, with the most recent calls at the top. 3 Select a call. Using In-Call Options 1 While on a call, select 2 Select an option: • • • • nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual .
Saving a Home Phone Number TIP: After you save a home number, you can edit the home number by editing “Home” in your list of saved locations (page 16). Select Phone > > Set Home Number, enter your phone number, and select Done. Calling Home Before you can call home using the Call Home button, you must enter a phone number for your home location. Select Phone > Call Home. 34 Using the Apps Using Help Select Apps > Help to view information about using the device.
Saved locations and recently found locations are synchronized with your phone each time your device connects to Smartphone Link. Downloading Smartphone Link Smartphone Link supports phones running Android™ operating system version 2.1 or newer. Download Smartphone Link from the application market on your supported phone. See your phone owner's manual for information on downloading and installing applications.
Sending a Location from Your Phone to Your Device Smartphone Link is registered as a navigation application on your phone. 1 From your phone, select the button to start navigating to a location (see the owner's manual for your phone). 2 Select Smartphone Link from the application menu. The next time you connect your device to your phone, the location is transferred to the recently found items on your device.
symbol and appear only when the device is connected to Smartphone Link. Subscribing to Garmin Live Services You must subscribe to Garmin Live Services using the Smartphone Link app on your phone. 1 Start the Smartphone Link app on your phone (page 35). 2 Select Garmin Live Services. A list of services and subscription prices appears. 3 Select a service. 4 Select the price. 5 Select Subscribe. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Setting up the Vehicle Profile 3 Enter the amount of fuel the vehicle has Changing the Fuel Price 1 Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > At the Pump. 2 Enter the current price of fuel, and select used since the last time the fuel tank was filled. 4 Enter the distance you have travelled since the last time the fuel tank was filled. 5 Select Next. The device calculates the average vehicle fuel economy. 6 Select Save. 3 Select Yes.
• Select to view detailed scores. 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). • Acceleration—displays your score for smooth and gradual acceleration. You lose points for rapid acceleration. • Braking—displays your score for smooth and gradual braking.
Viewing a Mileage Report You can view saved mileage reports on the device. TIP: You can access mileage reports in the Reports folder on the device drive or volume (page 56). 1 Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > Mileage Report. 2 Select a report. Resetting ecoRoute Information 1 Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > Vehicle Profile. 2 Select > Reset. Viewing myGarmin Messages Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected to a supported phone running Smartphone Link (page 35).
Viewing Weather Near a Different City 1 Select Apps > Weather > Current Viewing Weather Alerts Viewing the Weather Radar Checking Road Conditions 1 Select Apps > Weather. 2 If necessary, select a city. 3 Select > Road Conditions. Location. 2 Select an option: • To view weather for a favorite city, select a city in the list. • To add a favorite city, select Add City, and enter a city name. You can view an animated, color-coded radar map of current weather conditions, as well as a weather icon on the map.
About Audiobooks 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. Loading Audiobooks onto Your Device Before you can load audiobooks onto your device, you must subscribe to Audible.com. Go to www.audible.com/garmin for more information. 1 Connect your device to your computer (page 2). 2 On your computer, log in to your Audible.com account.
• • To fast forward, hold To rewind, hold . . 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 > Add Bookmark. Resuming Playback from a Bookmark 1 While playing an audiobook, select . 2 Select a bookmark.
Planning a Trip You can use the trip planner to create and save a trip with multiple destinations. 1 Select Apps > Trip Planner. 2 Select . 3 Select Select Start Location. 4 Search for a location (page 9). 5 Select Select. 6 To add additional locations, select . 7 Select Next. 8 Enter a name, and select Done. Editing a Trip Itinerary 1 Select Apps > Trip Planner. 2 Select a saved trip. 44 ➋ ➊ 3 Select an option: • Select ➊ to change the arrival or • • • departure time.
Navigating to a Saved Trip 1 Select Apps > Trip Planner. 2 Select a saved trip. 3 Select Go!. 4 If prompted, select a route (page 21). Editing a Saved Trip 1 Select Apps > Trip Planner. 2 Select a saved trip. 3 Select . 4 Select an option: • • • • Select Rename Trip. Select Edit Destinations to add and delete locations, or to change the order of locations. Select Delete Trip. Select Optimize Order to arrange the stops on your trip in the most-efficient order.
4 Use the on-screen buttons to adjust the wallpaper. 5 Select Save. Deleting Pictures 1 Select Apps > Picture Viewer. 2 Select a picture. 3 Select > Delete > Yes. Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations 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 Apps > Where I’ve Been. 46 Using the World Clock 1 Select Apps > World Clock.
Finding Parking 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. You can find detailed parking information, in cluding parking availability in nearby garages, and pricing information. 1 Select Apps > Parking. 2 Select a parking location.
Setting Currency Conversion Rates Manually You can update the currency conversion rates manually so that you are always using the mostcurrent rates. 1 Select Apps > Unit Converter. 2 Select the button next to Convert. 3 Select Currency, then select Save. 4 If necessary, select a currency button, select a different currency, and select Save. 5 Select the button at the bottom of the screen that displays the currency conversion rate. 6 Select the box next to a currency. 7 Enter a value, and select Done.
3 Write down the code and present it when you arrive at the location. Viewing an Offer List Select Apps > Offers to view a list of the offers you have received. Disabling Traffic and Offers To disable offers, you must disable traffic. 1 Select Settings > Traffic. 2 Select the Live Traffic check box. Using the Language Guide Use the Language Guide to look up and translate words or phrases. Select Apps > Language Guide.
Using a Bilingual Dictionary 1 Select Apps > Language Guide > Bilingual 2 3 4 5 Dictionaries. Select a dictionary. If necessary, select , enter a word, and select Done. Select a word. Select to listen to the translation. Traffic NOTICE Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the traffic information. traffic receiver and the device must be in data range of a station transmitting traffic data to receive traffic information.
Traffic Data When the receiver is within a traffic coverage area, your device will begin displaying traffic information. The traffic receiver and the device may need to be in data range of an FM station transmitting traffic information. 1 Connect the traffic receiver to an external power source. 2 Connect the traffic receiver to the device. NOTE: Heated (metallized) windshields could degrade the performance of the traffic receiver.
About the Traffic Icon 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. Color Green Yellow Severity Low Medium Red High Gray No Signal Meaning Traffic is flowing freely. Traffic is moving but there is a delay. There is moderate traffic congestion. Traffic is not moving or moving slowly. There is a severe delay. Traffic information is not available.
3 Select an event. Traffic in Your Area Manually Avoiding Traffic on Your Route 1 From the map, select . 2 Select Traffic On Route. 3 If necessary, use the arrows to view other Searching for Traffic Delays 1 From the map, select . 2 Select Traffic Conditions > . 3 Select an item in the list. 4 If there is more than one delay, use the traffic delays on your route. > Avoid. 4 Select Taking an Alternate Route 1 While navigating an automobile route, select . 2 Select Alternate Route. 3 Select a route.
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. Traffic cameras provide live images of traffic conditions on major roadways and intersections. You can save cameras that you want to view regularly. Saving a Traffic Camera 1 Select Apps > MyCameras. 2 Select Add Camera. 3 Select a road. 4 Select an intersection.
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. Adding a Subscription You can purchase traffic subscriptions for other regions or countries. 1 From the main menu, select Settings > Traffic. 2 Select an option: • For non-North American units, select Subscriptions > . • For North American units, select . 3 Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID.
File Types Installing a Memory Card About Memory Cards Transferring Files from Your Computer The device supports the following file types: • JPEG and JPG image files (page 45) • Maps and GPX waypoint files from MapSource® (page 68) • GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI Loader (page 69) You can purchase memory cards from an electronics supplier, or purchase pre-loaded Garmin mapping software.
3 Select the file. 4 Select Edit > Copy. 5 Open the Garmin or memory card drive or volume. 6 Select Edit > Paste. The file appears in the list of files in the device memory or on the memory card. Disconnecting the USB Cable 1 Complete an action: • For Windows computers, double-click the eject icon in your system tray. • For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the Trash . 2 Disconnect the cable from your computer.
Customizing the Device 1 Select Settings. 2 Select a setting category. 3 Select the setting to change it. Map and Vehicle Settings Select Settings > Map and Vehicle. • Vehicle—changes the icon to represent your position on the map. Go to www .garmingarage.com for more icons. • Driving Map View—sets the perspective on the map. • Pedestrian Map View—sets the perspective on the map. • Map Detail—sets the level of detail on the map. More detail may cause the map to draw slower.
Navigation Settings Select Settings > Navigation. • Calculation Mode—sets route preference. • Avoidances—sets road features to avoid on a route. • Custom Avoidances—allows you to avoid specific roads or areas. • Advanced Detours—sets the length of a detour. • Limit Walking—controls the maximum walking distance included in a pedestrian route. • Public Transit—enables or disables transit types.
Display Settings Select Settings > Display. • Orientation—changes to landscape or portrait 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). • Brightness—changes the brightness of the screen. Decreasing the brightness can save battery power. • Display Timeout—sets the amount of idle time before your device enters sleep mode.
Managing the Bluetooth Device List You can add, disconnect, or delete phones that your device detects while Bluetooth is enabled. 1 Select Settings > Bluetooth > Phone. 2 Select an option: • Select a phone for your device to connect with. • Select to add a phone to the menu. • Select to delete a phone from the device memory. • Select None to drop your current connection. Disabling Bluetooth 1 Select Settings > Bluetooth. 2 Select Bluetooth.
trafficTrends 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 myGarmin™ using your computer. NOTE: Different routes may be calculated based on traffic trends for the day of the week or the time of day. Disabling trafficTrends To prevent your device from recording or sharing traffic data, you must disable trafficTrends.
• Keyboard Layout—sets the keyboard layout. Proximity Alerts Settings • Position Reporting—allows the device to collect your speed, direction, and location information and share it with strategic partners and service providers. Keep Travel History—allows the device to record information for the, Where I’ve Been (page 46), and Trip Log (page 26) features. Clear Travel History Select Settings > Proximity Alerts. • Audio—sets the tone of an alert.
Appendix Power Cables Your device can be powered three ways. • Vehicle power cable • USB cable • AC adapter (optional accessory) Caring for Your Device 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.
Avoiding Theft • • • • Remove the device and mount from sight when not in use. Remove the residue left on the windshield by the suction cup. Do not keep your unit in the glove compartment. Register your device at http://my.garmin .com. Erasing User Data NOTE: This process erases all items you have saved to the device. 1 Turn the device on. 2 Hold your finger on the lower-right corner of the device screen. 3 Keep your finger pressed until the pop-up window appears. 4 Select Yes to clear all user data.
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable 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. If your device does not charge in your vehicle, you may need to replace the fuse located at the tip of the vehicle adapter. 1 Unscrew the end piece ➊. TIP: You may need to use a coin to remove the end piece.
4 Remove the clear plastic cover from the top of the disk. 5 Place the suction cup mount on top of the disk. 6 Flip the lever down (toward the disk). Removing the Device, Cradle, and Mount Removing the Device from the Cradle 1 Press up on the tab on the top of the cradle. 2 Tilt the device forward. Removing the Cradle from the Mount 1 Turn the cradle to the right or left.
Go to www.garmin.com/us/maps/numaps _lifetime for terms and conditions. LM This model includes a nüMaps Lifetime subscription. LMT This model includes a lifetime traffic subscription, nüMaps Lifetime subscription, and a traffic receiver. Purchasing Additional Maps 1 Go to your device product page on the Garmin web site (www.garmin.com). 2 Click the Maps tab. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Custom Points of Interest 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. Installing a POI Loader You can create or download custom POI lists and install them on your device using POI Loader software. 1 Go to www.garmin.com/extras. 2 Click Services > POI Loader. 3 Install the POI Loader onto your computer. Finding Extras 1 Select Where To? > Categories > Custom POIs.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution My device is not acquiring • Verify the GPS simulator is turned off (page 59). satellite signals • Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall buildings and trees. • Remain stationary for several minutes. The suction cup will not 1 Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing alcohol. stay on my windshield. 2 Dry with a clean, dry cloth. 3 Mount the suction cup (page 1). • Check the fuse in the vehicle power cable (page 66).
The device is connected to the computer, but it will not go into mass storage mode. 1 2 3 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. 4 Verify your device is connected to a USB port and not a USB hub.
Index Symbols 2-D, 3-D map view 27 A accessories 69 adding a stop 23 addresses 12 alerts safety camera 68 audiobook 42 bookmark 43 loading 42 playing 42 automatic volume 5 enabling 5 avoiding public transit types 24, 25 theft 65 traffic 53 72 B battery 70 Bluetooth technology 30–76 friendly name 60 pairing with phone 31 settings 60 brightness 60 C calculator 47 calls answering 32 hanging up 33 home 34 muting 33 caring for your device 64 category searching within 9 charging your device 1, 70 cityXplorer
E ecoRoute 37–40 calibrate fuel economy 38 ecoChallenge score 38 fuel economy information 39 mileage report 39 vehicle profile 37 editing change categories 17 change map symbol 17 destinations 45 home location 14 saved locations 17 saved trip 45 extras 69 F feedback on POI's 10 files deleting 57 supported types 56 finding locations by address 12 by coordinates 13 recent selections 14 saved locations 16 using photos 15 using search bar 9 fuel prices 11 fuel stations 11 fuse, changing 66 G Garmin Live Serv
memory card 56 mileage report 39 mounting the device on dashboard 66 on windshield 70 removing from mount 67 mute phone call 33 myDashboard 2 myGarmin messages 40 myTrends enabling 63 N navigation 22 off road 24 pedestrian 24 photo 15 nearby services 30 next turn 28 nüMaps Lifetime 67 74 O offers 48 disabling 49 viewing 49 off-road navigation 24, 59 on-screen buttons 7 P pairing a mobile phone 31 parking 15, 47 last spot 47 saving 47 pedestrian mode settings 24, 25 photo navigation loading pictures 15
school zone database 69 screen brightness 60 screenshots 60 sending a location 36 settings 58–76 Smartphone Link 34 connecting 35 software version 63 speech recognition 18 storing the device 64 system settings 59 T text language 63 time settings 62 tools 34–39 Track Up 26 traffic 50–76 activating a subscription 54 adding traffic subscriptions 61 cameras 54 icons 51 incidents 52 receiver 51 trafficTrends 62 traffic alerts 29 transportation mode 6 trip computer 29 trip log 26 enabling 63 trip planner 44 tro
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