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A4BVGB01 A4BVGB02 Series
Owner’s Manual
July 2014 Printed in the USA 190-01579-00_0C
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Table of Contents
Getting Started............................................................... 1
Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power................................... 1
Support and Updates................................................................. 1
Setting Up Garmin Express................................................... 1
nüMaps Guarantee™............................................................ 1
Lifetime Subscriptions........................................................... 1
Entering and Exiting Sleep Mode............................................... 1
Turning Off the Device............................................................... 1
Resetting the Device............................................................. 1
Acquiring GPS Signals............................................................... 1
Adjusting the Screen Brightness................................................ 1
Adjusting the Volume................................................................. 1
About Automatic Volume....................................................... 1
Status Bar Icons......................................................................... 2
Viewing GPS Signal Status................................................... 2
Battery Information................................................................ 2
Setting the Time.................................................................... 2
Using the On-Screen Buttons.................................................... 2
Using the On-Screen Keyboard................................................. 2
Locations........................................................................ 2
Finding Locations....................................................................... 2
Finding a Location by Category............................................ 2
Finding a Location Using the Search Bar.............................. 2
Changing the Search Area.................................................... 2
Finding a Location by Browsing the Map.............................. 2
Finding an Address............................................................... 3
Finding Recently Found Destinations................................... 3
Finding Parking..................................................................... 3
Search Tools......................................................................... 3
Saving Locations........................................................................ 3
Saving a Location.................................................................. 3
Saving Your Current Location............................................... 3
Saving a Home Location....................................................... 3
Editing a Saved Location...................................................... 3
Assigning Categories to a Saved Location........................... 4
Deleting a Saved Location.................................................... 4
Setting a Simulated Location..................................................... 4
Adding a Shortcut...................................................................... 4
Removing a Shortcut............................................................. 4
Custom Points of Interest........................................................... 4
Installing POI Loader Software............................................. 4
Using the POI Loader Help Files........................................... 4
Finding Custom POIs............................................................ 4
Navigation.......................................................................4
Starting a Route......................................................................... 4
Previewing Multiple Routes................................................... 4
Changing the Route Calculation Mode................................. 4
Starting a Route to a Saved Location................................... 4
Your Route on the Map.............................................................. 4
Using the Navigation Map..................................................... 5
Adding a Point to a Route..................................................... 5
Taking a Detour..................................................................... 5
Stopping the Route............................................................... 5
Viewing Route Activity............................................................... 5
Viewing a List of Turns.......................................................... 5
Viewing the Next Turn........................................................... 5
Viewing Junctions................................................................. 5
About Up Ahead......................................................................... 5
Finding Up Ahead Services................................................... 5
Customizing the Up Ahead Categories................................. 5
Trip Information.......................................................................... 5
Viewing Trip Data from the Map............................................ 5
Viewing the Trip Information Page........................................ 6
Viewing the Trip Log............................................................. 6
Resetting Trip Information..................................................... 6
Using Suggested Routes........................................................... 6
Viewing Current Location Information........................................ 6
Finding Nearby Services....................................................... 6
Getting Directions to Your Current Location......................... 6
Avoiding Road Features............................................................ 6
About Custom Avoidances......................................................... 6
Avoiding an Area................................................................... 6
Avoiding a Road.................................................................... 6
Disabling a Custom Avoidance............................................. 6
Deleting Custom Avoidances................................................ 6
Customizing the Map................................................................. 6
Customizing the Map Tools................................................... 6
Customizing the Map Layers................................................. 6
Changing the Map Data Field............................................... 6
Changing the Map Perspective............................................. 7
Safety Cameras......................................................................... 7
Traffic.............................................................................. 7
Receiving Traffic Data Using a Traffic Receiver........................ 7
Viewing Upcoming Traffic.......................................................... 7
Viewing Traffic on the Map.................................................... 7
Searching for Traffic Incidents.............................................. 7
Traffic on Your Route................................................................. 7
Taking an Alternate Route.................................................... 7
About Traffic Cameras............................................................... 7
Saving a Traffic Camera....................................................... 7
Viewing a Traffic Camera...................................................... 8
About Traffic Subscriptions........................................................ 8
Subscription Activation.......................................................... 8
Viewing Traffic Subscriptions................................................ 8
Adding a Subscription........................................................... 8
trafficTrends™........................................................................... 8
Disabling trafficTrends.......................................................... 8
Enabling Traffic.......................................................................... 8
Voice Command............................................................. 8
Setting the Wakeup Phrase....................................................... 8
Activating Voice Command........................................................ 8
Voice Command Tips................................................................. 8
Starting a Route Using Voice Command................................... 8
Muting Instructions..................................................................... 8
Disabling Voice Command......................................................... 8
Hands-Free Phone Calls................................................8
About Hands-Free Calling.......................................................... 8
Enabling Bluetooth Wireless Technology.............................. 9
Pairing Your Phone.................................................................... 9
Tips After Pairing the Devices............................................... 9
Disconnecting Your Phone.................................................... 9
Deleting a Paired Phone....................................................... 9
Placing a Call............................................................................. 9
Dialing a Number.................................................................. 9
Calling a Contact in Your Phone Book.................................. 9
Calling a Location.................................................................. 9
Receiving a Call......................................................................... 9
Using the Call History................................................................ 9
Using In-Call Options................................................................. 9
Saving a Home Phone Number................................................. 9
Calling Home......................................................................... 9
Using the Apps...............................................................9
Using Help................................................................................. 9
Searching Help Topics.......................................................... 9
About Smartphone Link............................................................. 9
Downloading Smartphone Link........................................... 10
Connecting to Smartphone Link.......................................... 10
Sending a Location from Your Phone to Your Device......... 10
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Disabling Calls While Connected to Smartphone Link........ 10
Garmin Live Services............................................................... 10
Subscribing to Garmin Live Services.................................. 10
About ecoRoute....................................................................... 10
ecoRoute HD Accessory..................................................... 10
Setting Up the Vehicle......................................................... 10
Changing the Fuel Price...................................................... 10
Calibrating the Fuel Economy............................................. 10
About ecoChallenge............................................................ 10
Viewing Fuel Economy Information..................................... 11
Mileage Reports.................................................................. 11
Resetting ecoRoute Information.......................................... 11
Viewing myGarmin Messages................................................. 11
Viewing the Weather Forecast................................................. 11
Viewing Weather Near a Different City............................... 11
Viewing the Weather Radar................................................ 11
Viewing Weather Alerts....................................................... 11
Checking Road Conditions.................................................. 11
Planning a Trip......................................................................... 11
Scheduling a Trip................................................................ 11
Navigating to a Saved Trip.................................................. 11
Editing a Saved Trip............................................................ 11
Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations............................. 12
Data Management........................................................ 12
File Types................................................................................ 12
About Memory Cards............................................................... 12
Installing a Memory Card.................................................... 12
Connecting the Device to Your Computer............................... 12
Transferring Data From Your Computer.................................. 12
Disconnecting the USB Cable............................................. 12
Customizing the Device.............................................. 12
Map and Vehicle Settings........................................................ 12
Enabling Maps.................................................................... 12
Navigation Settings.................................................................. 12
Route Preferences.............................................................. 12
Display Settings....................................................................... 13
Bluetooth Settings.................................................................... 13
Disabling Bluetooth............................................................. 13
Traffic Settings......................................................................... 13
Units and Time Settings........................................................... 13
Language and Keyboard Settings............................................ 13
Device and Privacy Settings.................................................... 13
Proximity Alerts Settings.......................................................... 13
Restoring Settings.................................................................... 13
Device Information.......................................................13
Specifications........................................................................... 13
Appendix.......................................................................13
Power Cables........................................................................... 13
Charging the Device............................................................ 13
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable.................. 14
About Device Care................................................................... 14
Cleaning the Outer Casing.................................................. 14
Cleaning the Touchscreen.................................................. 14
Avoiding Theft..................................................................... 14
Mounting on Your Dashboard.................................................. 14
Removing the Device, Mount, and Suction Cup...................... 14
Removing the Device from the Mount................................. 14
Removing the Mount from the Suction Cup........................ 14
Removing the Suction Cup from the Windshield................. 14
Purchasing Additional Maps.................................................... 14
Purchasing Accessories........................................................... 14
Troubleshooting...........................................................14
The suction cup will not stay on my windshield....................... 14
My device is not acquiring satellite signals.............................. 14
The device does not charge in my vehicle............................... 14
My battery does not stay charged for very long....................... 15
The battery gauge does not seem accurate............................ 15
My device does not appear as a removable drive on my
computer.................................................................................. 15
My device does not appear as a portable device on my
computer.................................................................................. 15
My device does not appear as either a portable device or a
removable drive or volume on my computer............................ 15
My phone will not connect to the device.................................. 15
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Getting Started
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power
WARNING
This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent the
possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by
battery exposure to extreme heat, store the device out of direct
sunlight.
Before you use your device on battery power, you should
charge it.
1Plug the vehicle power cable À into the USB port on the
device.
2Press the mount Á onto the suction cup  until it snaps into
place.
3Press the suction cup to the windshield, and flip the lever Ã
back toward the windshield.
4Fit the tab on the top of the mount into the slot on the back of
the device.
5Press the bottom of the mount into the device until it clicks.
6Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into a power
outlet in your vehicle.
Support and Updates
Garmin® Express provides easy access to these services for
your device.
• Product registration
• Software and map updates
• Product manuals
• Vehicles, voices, and other extras
Setting Up Garmin Express
1Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on the
device.
2Plug the larger end of the USB cable into an available USB
port on your computer.
3Go to www.garmin.com/express.
4Follow the on-screen instructions.
nüMaps Guarantee™
Your device may be eligible for a free map update within 90
days of first acquiring satellites while driving. Go to
www.garmin.com/numaps for terms and conditions.
Lifetime Subscriptions
Some models include subscriptions to lifetime features. For
more information, go to www.garmin.com/lmt.
LT: This model includes a lifetime traffic subscription and a
traffic receiver.
LM: This model includes a nüMaps Lifetime™ subscription,
which provides quarterly map updates for the useful life of
your device. For terms and conditions go to
www.garmin.com/us/maps/numaps_lifetime.
LMT: This model includes a nüMaps Lifetime subscription,
lifetime traffic subscription, and a traffic receiver.
Activating Lifetime Maps
1Go to www.garmin.com/express.
2Follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: If you register the device, you can receive e-mail
notifications when a map update is available.
Entering and Exiting Sleep Mode
You can use sleep mode to conserve battery power when your
device is not in use. While in sleep mode, your device uses very
little power and can wake instantly for use.
TIP: You can save power by putting the device in sleep mode
while charging the battery.
Press the power key À.
Turning Off the Device
1Hold the power key until a prompt appears on the screen.
The prompt appears after five seconds. If you release the
power key before the prompt appears, the device enters
sleep mode.
2Select Off.
Resetting the Device
You can reset your device if it stops functioning.
Hold the power key for 10 seconds.
Acquiring GPS Signals
To navigate with your device, you must acquire satellites. in
the status bar indicates the satellite signal strength (see Status
Bar Icons). Acquiring satellites can take several minutes.
1Turn on the device.
2If necessary, go outdoors to an open area, away from tall
buildings and trees.
3If necessary, hold to view detailed information about the
satellite signals.
Adjusting the Screen Brightness
1Select Settings > Display > Brightness.
2Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness.
Adjusting the Volume
1Select Volume.
2Select an option:
• Use the slider bar to adjust the volume.
• Select to mute the device.
• Select for additional options.
About Automatic Volume
On devices with hands-free calling, automatic volume allows the
device to adjust the volume level based on the background
noise in the vehicle (Hands-Free Phone Calls).
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Automatic volume control lowers the volume of the device when
background noise is low and raises the volume level when
background noise increases.
Enabling Automatic Volume
Your device can increase or decrease the volume automatically
based on the level of background noise.
1Select Volume > .
2If necessary, select Automatic Volume.
3Select 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
Bluetooth® technology status (appears when Bluetooth is
enabled)
Current time
Battery status
Connected to Smartphone Link
Temperature
Viewing GPS Signal Status
Hold for three seconds.
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.
Setting the Time
NOTE: You can select Automatic to automatically set the time
each time the device is powered on.
1Select .
2Scroll the numbers to set the time.
Using the On-Screen Buttons
• Select to return to the previous menu screen.
• Hold to quickly return to the main menu.
• Select or to see more choices.
• Hold or to scroll faster.
• Select to see a menu of options for the current screen.
Using the On-Screen Keyboard
See "Language and Keyboard Settings" to change the keyboard
layout (Language and Keyboard Settings).
• Select to delete a search entry.
• Select to delete a character.
• Select to change the keyboard language mode.
• Select to enter special characters, such as punctuation
marks.
• Select to change character capitalization.
Locations
The detailed maps loaded in your device contain locations, such
as restaurants, hotels, auto services, and detailed street
information. You can use categories to browse for nearby
businesses and attractions. You can also search for addresses,
coordinates, cities, and intersections.
Finding Locations
Finding a Location by Category
1Select Where To?.
2Select a category, or select Categories.
3If necessary, select a subcategory.
4Select a location.
Searching Within a Category
After you have performed a search for a point of interest, certain
categories may display a Quick Search list that shows the last
three destinations you selected.
1Select Where To?.
2Select a category, or select Categories.
3Select a category.
4If applicable, select a destination from the Quick Search list.
5If necessary, select the appropriate destination.
Finding a Location Using the Search Bar
You can use the search bar to search for locations by entering a
category, brand name, address, or city name.
1Select Where To?.
2Select Enter Search in the search bar.
3Enter all or part of the search term.
Suggested search terms appear below the search bar.
4Select an option:
• To search for a type of business, enter a category name
(for example, "movie theaters").
• To search for a business 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.
5Select an option:
• To search using a suggested search term, select the
term.
• To search using the text you entered, select .
6If necessary, select a location.
Changing the Search Area
1From the main menu, select Where To?.
2Select Searching Near.
3Select an option.
Finding a Location by Browsing the Map
Before you can find places included in the map data, such as
restaurants, hospitals, and fuel stations, you must enable the
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map layer for places along the road (Customizing the Map
Layers).
1Select View Map.
2Drag and zoom the map to display the area to search.
3If necessary, select , and select a category icon to view
only a specific category of places.
Location markers ( or a blue dot) appear on the map.
4Select an option:
• Select a location marker.
• Select a point, such as a street, intersection, or address
location.
5If necessary, select the location description to view additional
information.
Finding an Address
NOTE: The order of the steps may change depending on the
map data loaded on your device.
1Select Where To? > Address.
2Enter the address number, and select Done.
3Enter the street name, and select Next.
4If necessary, select Searching Near to change the city,
state, or province.
5If necessary, select the city, the state, or the province.
6If necessary, select the address.
Finding Recently Found Destinations
Your device stores the last 50 destinations you have found.
1Select Where To? > Recent.
2Select a location.
Clearing the List of Recently Found Locations
Select Where To? > Recent > > Clear > Yes.
Finding Parking
1Select Where To? > Categories > Parking.
2Select a parking location.
Finding Your Last Parking Spot
When you disconnect the device from vehicle power while the
device is on, your current location is saved as a parking spot.
Select Apps > Last Spot.
Search Tools
Search tools allow you to search for specific types of locations
by responding to on-screen prompts.
Finding an Intersection
1Select Where To? > Categories > Intersections.
2Select an option:
• Select a state or province.
• To change the country, state, or province, select State or
Country, and enter a name.
3Enter the first street name, and select Next.
4If necessary, select the street.
5Enter the second street name, and select Next.
6If necessary, select the street.
7If necessary, select the intersection.
Finding a City
1Select Where To? > Categories > Cities.
2Select Enter Search.
3Enter a city name, and select .
4Select a city.
Finding a Location Using Coordinates
You can find a location using latitude and longitude coordinates.
This can be helpful when geocaching.
1Select Where To? > Categories > Coordinates.
2If necessary, select , and change the coordinate format or
datum.
3Select the latitude coordinate.
4Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.
5Select the longitude coordinate.
6Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.
7Select View on Map.
Saving Locations
Saving a Location
1Search for a location (Finding a Location by Category).
2From the search results, select a location.
3Select .
4Select > Save.
5If necessary, enter a name, and select Done.
Saving Your Current Location
1From the map, select the vehicle icon.
2Select Save.
3Enter a name, and select Done.
4Select OK.
Saving a Home Location
You can set your home location for the location you return to
most often.
1Select Where To? > > Set Home Location.
2Select Enter My Address, Use Current Location, or
Recently Found.
The location is saved as "Home" in the Saved menu.
Going Home
Select Where To? > Go Home.
Editing Your Home Location Information
1Select Where To? > Saved > Home.
2Select .
3Select > Edit.
4Enter your changes.
5Select Done.
Editing a Saved Location
1Select Where To? > Saved.
2If necessary, select a category.
3Select a location.
4Select .
5Select > Edit.
6Select an option:
• Select Name.
• Select Phone Number.
• Select Categories to assign categories to the saved
location.
• Select Change Map Symbol to change the symbol used
to mark the saved location on a map.
7Edit the information.
8Select Done.
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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 at least 12 locations.
1Select Where To? > Saved.
2Select a location.
3Select .
4Select > Edit > Categories.
5Enter one or more category names, separated by commas.
6If necessary, select a suggested category.
7Select Done.
Deleting a Saved Location
NOTE: Deleted locations cannot be recovered.
1Select Where To? > Saved.
2Select > Delete Saved Places.
3Select the box next to the saved locations to delete, and
select Delete.
Setting a Simulated Location
If you are indoors or not receiving satellite signals, you can use
the GPS to set a simulated location.
1Select Settings > Navigation > GPS Simulator.
2From the main menu, select View Map.
3Tap the map twice to select an area.
The address of the location appears at the bottom of the
screen.
4Select the location description.
5Select Set Location.
Adding a Shortcut
You can add shortcuts to the Where To? menu. A shortcut can
point to a location, a category, or a search tool.
The Where To? menu can contain up to 36 shortcut icons.
1Select Where To? > Add Shortcut.
2Select an item.
Removing a Shortcut
1Select Where To? > > Remove Shortcut(s).
2Select the shortcut to remove.
3Select the shortcut again to confirm.
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 POI Loader Software
You can create or download custom POI lists on your computer
and install them on your device using POI Loader software.
1Go to http://www.garmin.com/extras.
2Click Services > POI Loader.
3Install the POI Loader onto your computer.
Using the POI Loader Help Files
For more information on the POI loader, refer to the Help file.
With the POI loader open, click Help.
Finding Custom POIs
Before you can find custom POIs, you must load custom POIs
on your device using the POI Loader software (Installing POI
Loader Software).
1Select Where To? > Categories.
2Scroll to the Other Categories section, and select a category.
Navigation
Starting a Route
1Search for a location (Locations).
2Select a location.
3Select Go!.
Previewing Multiple Routes
1Search for a location (Finding a Location by Category).
2From the search results, select a location.
3Select Routes.
4Select a route.
Changing the Route Calculation Mode
The route calculation is based on road speeds and vehicle
acceleration data for a given route. The calculation mode affects
only automobile routes.
Select Settings > Navigation > Calculation Mode.
• Select Faster Time to calculate routes that are faster to
drive but can be longer in distance.
• Select Shorter Distance to calculate routes that are
shorter in distance but can take more time to drive.
• Select Off Road to calculate point-to-point routes (without
roads).
Navigating Off Road
If you are not following roadways as you navigate, you can use
Off Road mode.
1Select Settings > Navigation.
2Select Calculation Mode > Off Road > Save.
The next route will be calculated as a straight line to the
location.
Starting a Route to a Saved Location
1Select Where To? > Saved.
2If necessary, select a category, or select All Saved Places.
3Select a location.
4Select Go!.
Your Route on the Map
NOTICE
The speed limit feature is for information only and does not
replace your responsibility to abide by all posted speed limit
signs and to use safe driving judgment at all times. Garmin will
not be responsible for any traffic fines or citations you receive
for failing to follow all applicable traffic laws and signs.
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.
A data field displaying the current speed limit may appear as
you travel on major roadways.
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Using the Navigation Map
1Select View Map.
2Select anywhere on the map.
3Select an option:
• To zoom in or out, select or .
• To switch between North Up and 3-D views, select .
• To view specific categories when not navigating a route,
select .
• To center the map on your current location, select .
Adding a Point to a Route
Before you can add a stop, you must be navigating a route.
1From the map, select > Where To?.
2Search for the extra stop.
3Select the stop from the search results.
4Select Go!.
5Select Add to Active Route.
Taking a Detour
Before you can take a detour, you must add the detour tool to
the map tools menu (Customizing the Map Tools).
You can take a detour for a specified distance along your route
or detour around specific roads. This is useful if you encounter
construction zones, closed roads, or poor road conditions.
1While navigating a route, from the map select > Detour.
2Select an option.
• To detour your route for a specific distance, select 0.5 mi,
2 mi, or 5 mi.
• To detour around a specific road on the route, select .
3If necessary, select a road to detour around.
Stopping the Route
From the map, select > .
Viewing Route Activity
Viewing a List of Turns
While navigating a route, you can view all of the turns and
maneuvers for your entire route and the distance between turns.
1While navigating a route, select the text bar on the top of the
map.
2Select a turn.
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
1While navigating a route, select the navigation bar at the top
of the map.
2Select > 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.
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 to view the next turn on the map.
Active Lane Guidance
As you approach a turn while navigating a route, a detailed
simulation of the road appears beside the map. A magenta line
appears on the proper lane for the turn.
Viewing Junctions
While navigating a 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.
From the map, select to view the junction, if available.
About Up Ahead
You can view upcoming businesses and services along your
route or the road on which you are traveling.
Services are listed under tabs by category.
Gas
Food
Lodging
Restrooms
Parking
Banks and ATMs
Finding Up Ahead Services
1From the map, select > Up Ahead.
2Select a tab.
3Select a point of interest.
Customizing the Up Ahead Categories
You can change the services you search for, re-arrange the
order of the service icons, and search for a specific business or
category.
1From the map, select > Up Ahead.
2Select a service icon.
3Select .
4Select an option:
• To rearrange the order of the services, select and drag an
arrow on the right up or down.
• To change the services displayed, select a service, and
select a different service.
• To search for a specific business or category, select a
service, select Custom Search, and enter the name of
the business or category.
5Select Done.
Trip Information
Viewing Trip Data from the Map
Before you can view trip data on the map, you must add the tool
to the map tools menu. See Customizing the Map Tools .
From the map, select > Trip Data.
Customizing the Trip Data Fields
Before you can customize the data that appears in the trip data
fields on the map, you must add the Trip Data tool to the map
tools menu (Customizing the Map Tools).
1Select View Map.
2Select > Trip Data.
3Select a trip data field.
4Select an option.
The new trip data field appears in the trip data list.
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Viewing the Trip Information Page
The trip information page displays your present speed and
provides statistics about your trip.
NOTE: If you make frequent stops, leave the device turned on,
so it can accurately measure elapsed time during the trip.
From the map, select Speed.
Viewing the Trip Log
Your device keeps a trip log, which is a record of the path you
have traveled.
1Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > Map Layers.
2Select the Trip Log check box.
Resetting Trip Information
1From the map, select Speed .
2Select > Reset Field(s).
3Select an option:
• When not navigating a route, select Select All to reset
every data field except the speedometer, on the first
page.
• Select Reset Trip Data to reset the information on the trip
computer.
• Select Reset Max. Speed to reset the maximum speed.
• Select Reset Trip B to reset the odometer.
Using Suggested Routes
Before you can use this feature, you must save at least one
location and enable the travel history feature (Device and
Privacy Settings).
Using the myTrends™ feature, your device predicts your
destination based on your travel history, the day of the week,
and the time of day. After you have driven to a saved location
several times, the location may appear in the navigation bar on
the map, along with the estimated time of travel, and traffic
information.
Select the navigation bar to view a suggested route to the
location.
Viewing Current Location Information
You can 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 the vehicle.
Finding Nearby Services
You can use the Where Am I? page to find nearby services,
such as fuel, hospitals or police stations.
1From the map, select the vehicle.
2Select a category.
Getting Directions to Your Current Location
If you need to tell another person how to get to your current
location, your device can give you a list of directions.
1From the map, select the vehicle.
2Select > Directions to Me.
3Select a starting location.
4Select Select.
Avoiding Road Features
1Select Settings > Navigation > Avoidances.
2Select the road features to avoid on your routes, and select
Save.
About Custom Avoidances
Custom avoidances allow you to avoid specific areas and
sections of road. You can enable and disable custom
avoidances as needed.
Avoiding an Area
1Select Settings > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.
2If necessary, select Add Avoidances.
3Select Add Avoid Area.
4Select the upper-left corner of the area to avoid, and select
Next.
5Select the lower-right corner of the area to avoid, and select
Next.
The selected area is shaded on the map.
6Select Done.
Avoiding a Road
1Select Settings > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.
2Select Add Avoid Road.
3Select the starting point of the section of road to avoid, and
select Next.
4Select the ending point of the road section, and select Next.
5Select Done.
Disabling a Custom Avoidance
You can disable a custom avoidance without deleting it.
1Select Settings > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.
2Select an avoidance.
3Select > Disable.
Deleting Custom Avoidances
1Select Settings > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.
2Select an option:
• To delete all custom avoidances, select .
• To delete one custom avoidance, select the avoidance,
and select > Delete.
Customizing the Map
Customizing the Map Tools
You can select the shortcuts that appear in the map tools menu.
1Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > Map Tools.
2Select the map tools to include in the menu.
3Select Save.
Customizing the Map Layers
You can customize which data appear on the map, such as
icons for points of interest and road conditions.
1Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > Map Layers.
2Select the layers to include on the map, and select Save.
Changing the Map Data Field
1From the map, select a data field.
NOTE: You cannot customize Speed.
2Select a type of data to display.
3Select Save.
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Changing the Map Perspective
1Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > Driving Map View.
2Select an option:
• Select Track Up to display the map in two dimensions (2-
D), with your direction of travel at the top.
• Select North Up to display the map in 2-D with north at
the top.
• Select 3-D to display the map in three dimensions.
Safety Cameras
NOTICE
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of or the
consequences of using a custom point of interest or a safety
camera database.
Safety camera information is available in some locations. Check
www.garmin.com/safetycameras for availability. For these
locations, you can purchase a subscription for safety camera
information. The subscription includes the locations of hundreds
of safety cameras. Your device 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 can
update your device regularly to receive the most up-to-date
information.
You can purchase a new region or extend an existing
subscription at any time. Each region that you purchase has an
expiration date.
Traffic
NOTICE
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the
traffic information.
Traffic information may not be available in all areas or countries.
For information about traffic receivers and coverage areas, go
to www.garmin.com/traffic.
A traffic receiver is included in some packages, built into either
the vehicle power cable or the device, and is an optional
accessory for all models.
• Traffic alerts appear on the map when there are traffic
incidents along your route or in your area.
• The device must be connected to vehicle power to receive
traffic information.
• The powered traffic receiver and the device may need to 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 device or traffic receiver.
• If your device includes an external traffic antenna, you
should always leave the external antenna plugged in for the
best traffic reception.
Receiving Traffic Data Using a Traffic
Receiver
NOTICE
Heated (metallized) windshields could degrade the performance
of the traffic receiver.
Before you can receive traffic data using a traffic receiver, you
must have a traffic-compatible power cable. If your device
model includes lifetime traffic, you should use the vehicle power
cable packaged with your device. If your device model does not
include traffic, you must purchase a Garmin traffic receiver
accessory. Go to www.garmin.com/traffic for more information.
Your device can receive traffic signals from a station
broadcasting traffic data.
NOTE: In some areas, traffic information may be received from
FM radio stations using HD Radio™ technology.
1Connect the traffic-compatible power cable to an external
power source.
2Connect the traffic-compatible power cable to the device.
When you are within a traffic coverage area, your device
displays traffic information.
Viewing Upcoming Traffic
You can view traffic incidents coming up along your route or
along the road on which you are traveling.
1While navigating a route, select > Traffic.
The nearest upcoming traffic incident appears in a panel on
the right side of the map.
2Select the traffic incident to view additional details.
Viewing Traffic on the Map
The traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow and delays on
nearby roads.
1From the main menu, select Apps > Traffic.
2If necessary, select > Legend to view the legend for the
traffic map.
Searching for Traffic Incidents
1From the main menu, select Apps > Traffic.
2Select > Incidents.
3Select an item in the list.
4If there is more than one incident, use the arrows to view
additional incidents.
Traffic on Your Route
When a traffic delay occurs on your route, an alert appears on
the map, and the device calculates an alternate route to avoid
the delay. You can choose whether to use alternate routes
automatically, or upon request. See Traffic Settings for more
information (Traffic Settings). 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.
Taking an Alternate Route
If you do not have your device set to use alternate routes
automatically, you can manually start an alternate route to avoid
a traffic delay.
1While navigating a route, select > Traffic.
2Select Alternate Route.
NOTE: If a better alternative route does not exist, this option
is not available, and On Fastest Route appears instead.
3Select Go!.
About Traffic Cameras
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
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 (About Smartphone
Link).
This feature is not available in all areas.
1Select Apps > photoLive.
2Select Touch to Add.
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3Select a road.
4Select an intersection.
5Select Touch to Add.
Viewing a Traffic Camera
Before you can view a traffic camera, you must save a traffic
camera (Saving a Traffic Camera).
1Select Apps > photoLive.
2Select a camera.
About Traffic Subscriptions
You can purchase additional subscriptions or a renewal if your
subscription expires. Go to http://www.garmin.com/traffic.
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.
Viewing Traffic Subscriptions
Select Settings > Traffic > Subscriptions.
Adding a Subscription
You can purchase traffic subscriptions for other regions or
countries.
1From the main menu, select Traffic.
2Select Subscriptions > .
3Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID.
4Go to www.garmin.com/fmtraffic to purchase a subscription
and get a 25-character code.
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.
5Select Next on the device.
6Enter the code.
7Select Done.
trafficTrends™
When the trafficTrends feature is enabled, your device uses
historic traffic data to calculate more-efficient routes.
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.
Select Settings > Traffic > trafficTrends.
Enabling Traffic
You can enable or disable traffic data. When traffic data is
disabled, the device does not receive traffic data, but it still
avoids potentially congested areas in routes using the
trafficTrends feature, if enabled (trafficTrends™).
1Select Settings > Traffic.
2Select the Traffic check box.
Voice Command
NOTE: Voice command is not available for all languages and
regions, and may not be available on all models.
NOTE: Voice Activated Navigation may not achieve desired
performance when in a noisy environment.
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.
Setting the Wakeup Phrase
The wakeup phrase is a word or phrase you can say to activate
voice command. The default wakeup phrase is Voice
Command.
TIP: You can reduce the chance of accidental voice command
activation by using a strong wakeup phrase.
1Select Apps > Voice Command > Customize Phrase.
2Enter a new wakeup phrase.
The device indicates the strength of the wakeup phrase as
you enter the phrase.
3Select Done.
Activating Voice Command
Say your wakeup phrase.
The voice command menu appears.
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.
Starting a Route Using Voice Command
You can say the names of popular, well-known locations.
1Say your wakeup phrase (Setting the Wakeup Phrase).
2Say Find Place.
3Listen for the voice prompt, and speak the name of the
location.
4Say the line number.
5Say Navigate.
Muting Instructions
You can disable the voice prompts for voice command without
muting the device.
1Select Apps > Voice Command > .
2Select Mute Instructions > Enabled.
Disabling Voice Command
You can disable voice command, which prevents you from
accidentally activating voice command while speaking.
1Select Apps > Voice Command > .
2Select Voice Command > Disabled.
Hands-Free Phone Calls
About Hands-Free Calling
NOTE: Bluetooth wireless technology is not available on all
models, or for all languages and regions.
Hands-free calling is available on some models. Using
Bluetooth wireless technology, your device can connect to your
mobile phone to become a hands-free device. To determine
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whether your mobile phone with Bluetooth technology is
compatible with your device, go to www.garmin.com/bluetooth.
Your phone may not support all of the hands-free phone
features your device provides.
Enabling Bluetooth Wireless Technology
1Select Settings > Bluetooth.
2Select Bluetooth.
Pairing Your Phone
Before you can use hands-free calling, you must pair your
device with a compatible mobile phone.
1Place your phone and your Bluetooth device within 33 ft. (10
m) of each other.
2On your device, enable Bluetooth wireless technology.
3Select an option:
• Select Settings > Bluetooth > Add Phone.
• If you have already paired a different phone, select
Settings > Bluetooth > Phone > .
4On your phone, enable Bluetooth wireless technology.
5On your device, select OK.
A list of nearby Bluetooth devices appears.
6Select your phone from the list, and select OK.
7If necessary, on your phone, confirm that the device is
allowed to connect.
8If necessary, enter the device Bluetooth PIN into your phone.
Tips After Pairing the Devices
• After the initial pairing, the two devices can connect
automatically each time you turn them on.
• When your phone is connected to your device, you are ready
to receive voice calls.
• 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 phone to connect to the device
automatically when the device is turned on.
Disconnecting Your Phone
1Select Settings > Bluetooth.
2Select Phone > None > Save.
Your phone is disconnected from your device but remains
paired with your device.
Deleting a Paired Phone
You can delete a paired phone to prevent it from automatically
connecting to your device in the future.
1Select Settings > Bluetooth > Phone.
2Select .
3Select the phone, and select Delete.
Placing a Call
Dialing a Number
1Select Apps > Phone > Dial.
2Enter the number.
3Select Dial.
Calling a Contact 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.
1Select Apps > Phone > Phone Book.
2Select a contact.
3Select Call.
Calling a Location
1Select Apps > Phone > Browse Categories.
2Select a point of interest.
3Select Call.
Receiving a Call
When you receive a call, select Answer or Ignore.
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.
1Select Apps > Phone > Call History.
2Select a category.
A list of calls appears, with the most recent calls at the top.
3Select a call.
Using In-Call Options
1From the map, while on a call, select .
2Select 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.
TIP: You can use this feature to use automated systems,
such as voice mail.
• To mute the microphone, select Mute.
• To hang up, select End Call.
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 (Editing
a Saved Location).
1Select Apps > Phone > > Set Home Number.
2Enter your phone number.
3Select Done.
Calling Home
Before you can call home, you must enter a phone number for
your home location.
Select Saved > Home > > Call.
Using the Apps
Using Help
Select Apps > Help to view information about using the
device.
Searching Help Topics
Select Apps > Help > .
About Smartphone Link
Smartphone Link is a phone application that allows your device
to download live data using your phone data connection. Your
device transfers data from Smartphone Link using Bluetooth
wireless technology.
Connecting to Smartphone Link provides access to Garmin Live
Services. Garmin Live Services provides free and subscription-
based plans to view live data on your device, such as traffic
data, weather, and fuel prices.
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Saved locations and recently found locations are synchronized
with your phone each time your device connects to Smartphone
Link.
Downloading Smartphone Link
Smartphone Link is available for some smartphones. Go to
www.garmin.com/smartphonelink or see the application store
for your phone for compatibility and availability information.
Download Smartphone Link from the application store on
your supported phone.
See your phone owner's manual for information on
downloading and installing applications.
Connecting to Smartphone Link
Before you can connect to Smartphone Link, you must
download and install the Smartphone Link application on your
phone.
1Start Smartphone Link on your phone.
2From your device, select Settings > Bluetooth, and select
the Bluetooth check box.
3From your phone, select Bluetooth Settings.
4From your phone, enable Bluetooth wireless technology, and
scan for nearby Bluetooth devices.
See your phone owner's manual for more information.
5From your phone, select your device from the list of nearby
devices.
6Follow the on-screen instructions on your phone and on your
device to confirm the pairing request.
appears in the status bar on your device when
Smartphone Link is connected.
Sending a Location from Your Phone to Your Device
Smartphone Link is registered as a navigation application on
your phone.
1From your phone, select the button to start navigating to a
location (see the owner's manual for your phone).
2From the application menu, select Smartphone Link.
The next time you connect your device to your phone, the
location is transferred to the recently found items on your
device.
Disabling Calls While Connected to Smartphone Link
While the device is connected to the phone and receiving
Garmin Live Services, you can disable hands-free calling.
1Select Apps > Smartphone Link.
2Select your phone.
3Clear the Hands-Free Calling check box.
Garmin Live Services
Before you can use Garmin Live Services, your device must be
connected to a supported phone running Smartphone Link
(Connecting to Smartphone Link).
Connecting to Smartphone Link provides access to Garmin Live
Services. Garmin Live Services provide free and subscription-
based plans to view live data on your device, such as traffic
data, weather and fuel prices.
Some services, like weather, are available as separate apps on
your device. Other services, like Live Traffic, enhance the
existing navigation features on your device. Features that
require access to Garmin Live Services display the Smartphone
Link symbol and appear only when the device is connected to
Smartphone Link.
Subscribing to Garmin Live Services
Before you can subscribe to Garmin Live Services, you must
install the Smartphone Link app on your phone.
1Start the Smartphone Link app on your phone (Connecting to
Smartphone Link).
2Select Garmin Live Services.
A list of services and subscription prices appears.
3Select a service.
4Select the price.
5Select Subscribe.
6Follow the on-screen instructions.
About ecoRoute
In some areas, before you can use ecoRoute™ features, you
must purchase an unlock code or an ecoRoute HD accessory.
Go to www.garmin.com/ecoroute for more information.
The ecoRoute feature calculates the fuel economy and the fuel
price of navigating to a destination, and offers tools for
improving fuel efficiency.
The data provided by the ecoRoute feature is an estimate only.
The data is not actually read from the vehicle, unless you are
using the ecoRoute HD accessory.
To receive more-accurate fuel reports for your specific vehicle
and driving habits, calibrate the fuel economy (Calibrating the
Fuel Economy).
ecoRoute HD Accessory
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.
Go to www.garmin.com/ecoRoute.
Setting Up the Vehicle
The first time you use the ecoRoute features, you must enter
vehicle information.
1Select Apps > ecoRoute.
2Follow the on-screen instructions.
Changing the Fuel Price
1Select Apps > ecoRoute > At the Pump.
2Enter the current price of fuel, and select Next.
3Select Yes.
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.
1Select Apps > ecoRoute > At the Pump.
2Enter the current fuel price.
3Enter the amount of fuel the vehicle has used since the last
time the fuel tank was filled.
4Enter the distance you have traveled since the last time the
fuel tank was filled.
5Select Next.
The device calculates the average vehicle fuel economy.
6Select Save.
About 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 transportation mode.
Viewing ecoChallenge Scores
Select Apps > ecoRoute > ecoChallenge.
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About the ecoChallenge Score
Acceleration: Displays your score for smooth and gradual
acceleration. You lose points for rapid acceleration.
Braking: Displays your score for smooth and gradual braking.
You lose points for hard braking.
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.
Resetting the ecoChallenge Scores
1Select Apps > ecoRoute > ecoChallenge.
2Select > Reset.
Viewing Fuel Economy Information
1Select Apps > ecoRoute > Fuel Economy.
2Select a section of the graph to zoom in.
Mileage Reports
Mileage reports provide the distance, the time, the average fuel
economy, and the fuel cost of navigating to a destination.
A mileage report is created for every route that you drive. If you
stop a route on your device, a mileage report is created for the
distance you traveled.
Viewing a Mileage Report
You can view saved mileage reports on the device.
TIP: You can connect the device to your computer and access
mileage reports in the Reports folder on the device.
1Select Apps > ecoRoute > Mileage Report.
2Select a report.
Resetting ecoRoute Information
1Select Apps > ecoRoute > Vehicle Profile.
2Select > Reset.
Viewing myGarmin Messages
Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected
to a supported phone running Smartphone Link (Connecting to
Smartphone Link). This feature is not available in all areas.
You can view messages from myGarmin, such as notifications
for software and map updates.
1Select Apps > myGarmin.
If you have unread messages, the number of unread
messages appears on the myGarmin icon.
2Select a message subject.
The full message appears.
Viewing the Weather Forecast
Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected
to a supported phone running Smartphone Link (Connecting to
Smartphone Link). This feature is not available in all areas.
1Select Apps > Weather.
2Select a day.
The detailed forecast for that day appears.
Viewing Weather Near a Different City
1Select Apps > Weather > Current Location.
2Select 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.
Viewing the Weather Radar
You can view an animated, color-coded radar map of current
weather conditions, as well as a weather icon on the map. The
weather icon changes to show weather in the vicinity, such as
rain, snow, and thunderstorms.
1Select Apps > Weather.
2If necessary, select a city.
3Select > Weather Radar.
Viewing Weather Alerts
While you are traveling with your device, weather alerts may
appear on the map. You can also view a map of weather alerts
near your current location or near a selected city.
1Select Apps > Weather.
2If necessary, select a city.
3Select > Weather Alerts.
Checking Road Conditions
1Select Apps > Weather.
2If necessary, select a city.
3Select > Road Conditions.
Planning a Trip
You can use the trip planner to create and save a trip with
multiple destinations.
1Select Apps > Trip Planner.
2Select New Trip.
3Select Select Start Location.
4Search for a location (Finding a Location by Category).
5Select Select.
6To add additional locations, select .
7Select Next.
8Enter a name, and select Done.
Scheduling a Trip
You can use the trip planner to create and save a trip with
multiple destinations.
1Select Apps > Trip Planner.
2Select a trip.
3Select a location.
4Select an option:
• Select Departure Time.
• Select Arrival Time.
5Select a date and time, and select Save.
6Select Duration.
7Select the amount of time you will spend at the location, and
select Save.
8If necessary, repeat steps 3–7 for each location.
Navigating to a Saved Trip
1Select Apps > Trip Planner.
2Select a saved trip.
3Select Go!.
4If prompted, select a route (Your Route on the Map).
Editing a Saved Trip
1Select Apps > Trip Planner.
2Select a saved trip.
3Select .
4Select an option:
• Select Rename Trip.
• Select Edit Destinations to add and delete a location, or
to change the order of locations.
• Select Delete Trip.
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• Select Optimize Order to arrange the stops on your trip
in the most-efficient order.
Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations
Before you can use this feature, you must enable the travel
history feature (Device and Privacy Settings).
You can view your previous routes and places you have
stopped on the map.
Select Apps > Where I've Been.
Data Management
You can store files on your device. The device has a memory
card slot for additional data storage.
NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows® 95, 98,
Me, Windows NT®, and Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier.
File Types
The device supports these file types.
• Maps and GPX waypoint files from myGarmin™ mapping
software, including MapSource®, BaseCamp™, and
HomePort™ (Custom Points of Interest).
• GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI Loader (Installing POI
Loader Software).
About Memory Cards
You can purchase memory cards from an electronics supplier,
or purchase pre-loaded Garmin mapping software
(www.garmin.com/trip_planning). 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.
Installing a Memory Card
The device supports microSD™ and microSDHC memory cards.
1Insert a memory card into the slot on the device.
2Press it in until it clicks.
Connecting the Device to Your Computer
You can connect the device to your computer using the USB
cable included with your device.
1Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on the
device.
2Plug the larger end of the USB cable into a port on your
computer.
A picture of your device connected to a computer appears on
the device screen.
Depending on your computer operating system, the device
appears as either a portable device, a removable drive, or a
removable volume.
Transferring Data From Your Computer
1Connect the device to your computer (Connecting the Device
to Your Computer).
Depending on your computer operating system, the device
appears as either a portable device, a removable drive, or a
removable volume.
2On your computer, open the file browser.
3Select a file.
4Select Edit > Copy.
5Browse to a folder on the device.
NOTE: For a removable drive or volume, you should not
place files in the Garmin folder.
6Select Edit > Paste.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
If your device is connected to your computer as a removable
drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device from
your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to
your Windows computer as a portable device, it is not
necessary to safely disconnect.
1Complete an action:
• For Windows computers, select the Safely Remove
Hardware icon in the system tray, and select your device.
• For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash.
2Disconnect the cable from your computer.
Customizing the Device
Map and Vehicle Settings
To open the Map and Vehicle settings, from the main menu,
select Settings > Map & 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.
Map Detail: Sets the level of detail on the map. More detail may
cause the map to draw slower.
Map Theme: Changes the color of the map data.
Map Tools: Selects the shortcuts that appear in the map tools
menu.
Map Layers: Sets the data that appears on the map page
(Customizing the Map Layers).
myMaps: Sets which installed maps the device uses.
Enabling Maps
You can enable map products installed on your device.
TIP: To purchase additional map products, go to
www.garmin.com/us/maps.
1Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > myMaps.
2Select a map.
Navigation Settings
To open the Navigation settings page, from the main menu,
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 the detour.
Safe Mode: Disables all functions that require significant
operator attention and could become a distraction while
driving.
GPS Simulator: Stops the device from receiving a GPS signal,
and saves battery power.
Route Preferences
To open the Calculation Mode settings page, from the main
menu, select Settings > Navigation > Calculation Mode.
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.
Shorter Distance: Calculates routes that are shorter in distance
but can take more time to drive.
Less Fuel: Calculates routes that could use less fuel than other
routes.
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Off Road: Calculates a direct line from your location to your
destination.
Display Settings
To open the Display settings page, from the main menu, select
Settings > Display.
Color Mode: 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.
Brightness: Adjusts the display brightness.
Screenshot: Allows you to take a picture of the device screen.
Screenshots are saved in the Screenshot folder of the
device storage.
Bluetooth Settings
To open the Bluetooth settings, from the main menu, select
Settings > Bluetooth.
Bluetooth: Enables Bluetooth wireless technology.
Add Phone: Manages connection between your device and
wireless headsets with Bluetooth wireless technology.
Friendly Name: Allows you to enter a friendly name that
identifies your devices with Bluetooth wireless technology.
Disabling Bluetooth
1Select Settings > Bluetooth.
2Select Bluetooth.
Traffic Settings
To open the traffic settings page, from the main menu, select
Settings > Traffic.
Traffic: Enables traffic.
Current Provider: Sets the traffic provider to use for traffic
data. Auto selects the best available traffic data
automatically.
Subscriptions: Lists current traffic subscriptions.
Optimize Route: Selects whether to use optimized alternate
routes automatically or upon request (Traffic on Your Route).
Traffic Alerts: Selects the traffic delay severity for which the
device displays a traffic alert.
trafficTrends: Enables the trafficTrends feature
(trafficTrends™).
Units and Time Settings
To open the Units and Time settings page, from the main menu,
select Settings > Units & Time.
Current Time: Sets the device time.
Time Format: Allows you to select a 12-hour, 24-hour, or UTC
display time.
Units: Sets the unit of measure used for distances.
Position Format: Sets the coordinate format and datum used
for geographical coordinates.
Language and Keyboard Settings
To open the Language and Keyboard settings, from the main
menu, select Settings > Language & Keyboard.
Voice Language: Sets the language for voice prompts.
Text Language: Sets all on-screen text to the selected
language.
NOTE: Changing the text language does not change the
language of user-entered data or map data, such as street
names.
Keyboard Language: Sets the language for your keyboard.
Device and Privacy Settings
To open the Device settings page, from the main menu, select
Settings > Device.
About: Displays the software version number, the unit ID
number, and information on several other software features.
EULAs: Displays the end-user license agreements that apply to
your choice.
NOTE: You need this information when you update the
system software or purchase additional map data.
Travel History: Allows the device to record information for the
myTrends, Where I’ve Been, and Trip Log features.
Clear Travel History: Clears your travel history for the
myTrends, Where I’ve Been, and Trip Log features.
Proximity Alerts Settings
Select Settings > Proximity Alerts.
Audio: Sets the style of alert that plays when you approach
proximity points.
Alerts: Sets the type of proximity points for which alerts are
played.
Restoring Settings
You can restore a category of settings or all settings to the
factory default values.
1Select Settings.
2If necessary, select a settings category.
3Select > Restore.
Device Information
Specifications
Operating temperature
range
-4° to 131°F (-20° to 55°C)
Charging temperature
range
32° to 113°F (0° to 45°C)
Power input Vehicle power using the included vehicle
power cable or AC power using an optional
accessory
Battery life Up to 2.5 hours depending on usage and
settings
Battery type Rechargeable Lithium-ion
Appendix
Power Cables
Your device can be powered various ways.
• Vehicle power cable
• USB cable
• AC adapter (optional accessory)
Charging the Device
You can charge the battery in the device using any of these
methods.
• Connect the device to the vehicle power cable.
• Connect the device to a computer using the included USB
cable.
• Connect the device to an optional power adapter accessory,
such as a wall power adapter.
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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.
1Unscrew the end piece À.
TIP: You may need to use a coin to remove the end piece.
2Remove the end piece, the silver tip Á, and the fuse Â.
3Install a 2 A fast-blow fuse.
4Place the silver tip in the end piece.
5Screw the end piece back into the vehicle power cable Ã.
About Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid dropping your device.
NOTICE
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
damage.
NOTICE
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or
damage may result.
Cleaning the Outer Casing
NOTICE
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic
components.
1Clean the outer casing of the device (not the touchscreen)
using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.
2Wipe the device dry.
Cleaning the Touchscreen
1Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.
2If necessary, apply liquid to the cloth.
You can use water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass lens
cleaner.
3Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.
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.
Mounting on Your Dashboard
NOTICE
The permanent mounting adhesive is extremely difficult to
remove after it is installed.
Use the mounting disk to mount your device to the dashboard
and comply with certain state regulations. See www.garmin.com
for more information.
1Clean and dry the dashboard where you are placing the disk.
2Remove the backing from the adhesive on the bottom of the
disk.
3Place the disk on the dashboard.
4Remove the clear plastic cover from the top of the disk.
5Place the suction cup mount on top of the disk.
6Flip the lever down (toward the disk).
Removing the Device, Mount, and Suction
Cup
Removing the Device from the Mount
1Press the release tab or button on the mount.
2Tilt the device forward.
Removing the Mount from the Suction Cup
1Turn the device mount to the right or left.
2Apply pressure until the socket on the mount releases the
ball on the suction cup.
Removing the Suction Cup from the Windshield
1Flip the lever on the suction cup toward you.
2Pull the tab on the suction cup toward you.
Purchasing Additional Maps
1Go to your device product page on the Garmin web site
(http://www.garmin.com).
2Click the Maps tab.
3Follow the on-screen instructions.
Purchasing Accessories
Go to http://buy.garmin.com.
Troubleshooting
The suction cup will not stay on my
windshield
1Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing alcohol.
2Dry with a clean, dry cloth.
3Mount the suction cup (Connecting the Device to Vehicle
Power).
My device is not acquiring satellite signals
• Verify the GPS simulator is turned off (Navigation Settings).
• Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall
buildings and trees.
• Remain stationary for several minutes.
The device does not charge in my vehicle
• Check the fuse in the vehicle power cable (Changing the
Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable).
• Verify the vehicle is turned on and is supplying power to the
power outlet.
• Verify the interior temperature of the vehicle is between 32°
and 113°F (between 0° and 45°C).
• Verify that the fuse is not broken in the vehicle power outlet.
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My battery does not stay charged for very
long
• Decrease the screen brightness (Display Settings).
• Shorten the display timeout (Display Settings).
• Decrease the volume (Adjusting the Volume).
• Disable Bluetooth wireless technology (Disabling Bluetooth).
• Put the device in sleep mode when not in use (Entering and
Exiting Sleep Mode).
• Keep your device away from extreme temperatures.
• Do not leave your device in direct sunlight.
The battery gauge does not seem accurate
1Allow the device to fully discharge.
2Fully charge the device without interrupting the charge cycle.
My device does not appear as a removable
drive on my computer
On most Windows computers, the device connects using Media
Transfer Protocol (MTP). In MTP mode, the device appears as
a portable device and not as a removable drive. MTP mode is
supported by Windows 7, Windows Vista®, and Windows XP
Service Pack 3 with Windows Media Player 10.
My device does not appear as a portable
device on my computer
On Mac computers and some Windows computers, the device
connects using USB mass storage mode. In USB mass storage
mode, the device appears as a removable drive or volume, and
not as a portable device. Windows versions prior to Windows
XP Service Pack 3 use USB mass storage mode.
My device does not appear as either a
portable device or a removable drive or
volume on my computer
1Disconnect the USB cable from your computer.
2Turn off the device.
3Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer and
into your device.
TIP: Your device should be connected directly to a USB port
on your computer and not to a USB hub.
The device automatically turns on and goes into MTP mode or
USB mass storage mode. A picture of the device connected to a
computer appears on the device screen.
My phone will not connect to the device
• Select Settings > Bluetooth.
The Bluetooth field must be set to Enabled.
• Enable Bluetooth wireless technology on your phone and
bring your phone within 33 feet (10 m) of the device.
• Go to www.garmin.com/bluetooth for more help.
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Index
Symbols
2-D map view 7
3-D map view 7
A
accessories 14
active lane guidance 5
adding stops 5
addresses, finding 3
alerts
audio 13
proximity points 13
safety cameras 13
answering calls 9
audio, proximity points 13
automatic volume 1
enabling 2
avoidances
area 6
customizing 6
deleting 6
disabling 6
road 6
road features 6
B
battery
charging 1, 2, 13, 14
maximizing 15
problems 15
Bluetooth technology 8, 9, 15
disabling 13
enabling 9
Bluetoothtechnology, settings 13
brightness 1
C
cables, power 13
calibrating fuel economy 10
calls 8
answering 9
call waiting 9
contacts 9
dialing 9
disabling 10
history 9
home 9
placing 9
cameras, safety 7
changing search area 2
charging the device 1, 2, 13, 14
cleaning the device 14
cleaning the touchscreen 14
computer, connecting 12, 15
coordinates 3
current location 6
custom POIs 4
customizing, avoidances 6
customizing the device 12
D
dashboard mount 14
deleting
paired headset 9
trips 11
destinations. See locations
detours 5
device care 14
dialing 9
directions 5
disconnecting phone 9
display settings 13
driving directions 5
E
ecoChallenge 10, 11
ecoChallenge score 10, 11
resetting 11
ecoRoute 10, 11
calibrating fuel economy 10
ecoChallenge score 10, 11
HD accessory 10
mileage report 11
mileage reports 11
vehicle profile 10
ecoRoute HD, accessory 10
EULAs 13
extras
custom points of interest 4
safety cameras 7
F
files
supported types 12
transferring 12
finding locations. 2 See also locations
addresses 3
browsing the map 2
categories 2
cities 3
coordinates 3
intersections 3
using the map 2
finding services, up ahead 5
fuel, prices 10
fuel economy. 10, 11 See also ecoRoute
fuel price, changing 10
fuse, changing 14
G
Garmin Express 1
registering the device 1
updating software 1
Garmin Live Services 10
subscribing to 10
geocaching 3
going home 3
GPS 1, 2
H
hands-free phone calls 8
help. 9 See also product support
home
calling 9
editing location 3
going 3
phone number 9
setting locations 3
I
ID number 13
intersections, finding 3
J
junction view 5
K
keyboard 2
language 13
layout 13
L
language
keyboard 13
voice 13
latitude and longitude 3
lifetime maps 1
locations 2, 3, 12
calling 9
current 3, 6
recently found 3
saving 3
searching for 3
setting home 3
simulated 4
M
map, data field 6
map layers, customizing 6
map perspective 7
map tools 6
map view
2-D 7
3-D 7
maps 5, 12
browsing 2
data field 5
detail level 12
layers 6
lifetime 1
nüMaps Guarantee 1
nüMaps Lifetime 1
purchasing 14
theme 12
updating 1
viewing routes 5
memory card 12
microSD card, installing 12
mileage reports 11
mount, removing 14
mounting the device
automobile 1
dashboard 14
removing from mount 14
suction cup 1, 14
muting, audio 8
myGarmin, messages 11
myTrends, routes 6
N
navigation 4
off-road 4
previewing routes 4
settings 12
next turn 5
nüMaps Guarantee 1
nüMaps Lifetime 1
O
off-road navigation 4
on-screen buttons 2
P
pairing 9
deleting paired headset 9
disconnecting 9
phone 9, 15
parking 3
last spot 3
phone
disconnecting 9
pairing 9, 15
phone book 9
phone calls 8
answering 9
call waiting 9
dialing 9
muting 9
voice dial 9
POI. 4 See also point of interest (POI)
POI Loader 4
points of interest (POI Loader) 4
points of interest (POI)
custom 4
extras 4
POI Loader 4
power cables 13
changing the fuse 14
vehicle 1
power key 1
product registration 1
product support 9
proximity points alerts, settings 13
Q
Quick Search 2
R
recently found locations 3
registering the device 1
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removing mount 14
renaming trips 11
reports, mileage 11
resetting
device 1
trip data 6
restoring settings 13
road conditions, weather 11
routes
calculating 4
myTrends 6
preferences 12
previewing 4
starting 4
stopping 5
suggested 6
viewing on the map 5
S
safety cameras, database 7
satellite signals
acquiring 1
viewing 2
saved locations 4, 11
categories 4
deleting 4
editing 3
saving, current location 3
screen, brightness 1
screenshots 13
search bar 2
settings 12, 13
shortcuts
adding 4
deleting 4
simulated locations 4
sleep mode 1
Smartphone Link 10
connecting 10
disabling calls 10
Garmin Live Services 9
software
updating 1
version 13
specifications 13
speech recognition 8
stops, adding 5
subscriptions
Garmin Live Services 10
nüMaps Lifetime 1
traffic 1
suction cup 14
T
theft, avoiding 14
time settings 2, 13
traffic 7, 8, 13
activating a subscription 8
adding subscriptions 8
alternate route 7
cameras 7, 8
incidents 7
lifetime subscriptions 1
map 7
receiver 7
searching for delays 7
trafficTrends 8
traffic cameras 7
saving 7
viewing 8
trafficTrends 8
disabling 8
travel history 13
trip computer 6
resetting information 6
trip data 5
resetting 6
trip information, viewing 6
trip log, viewing 6
trip planner 11
editing a trip 11
troubleshooting 14, 15
turn list 5
U
unit ID 13
up ahead
customizing 5
finding services 5
up ahead services 5
USB, disconnecting 12
V
vehicle power cable 1
vehicle profile 10
voice command 8
activating 8
navigating with 8
tips for using 8
wakeup phrase 8
volume, adjusting 1
W
weather 11
radar 11
road conditions 11
Where Am I? 3, 6
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