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nüvi 2707/2708 Series
Owner’s Manual
March 2013
190-01589-00_0A
Printed in Taiwan
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Connecting to Smartphone Link.......................................... 10 My battery does not stay charged for very long....................... 14
Sending a Location from Your Phone to Your Device......... 10 The battery gauge does not seem accurate............................ 15
Disabling Calls While Connected to Smartphone Link........ 10 My device does not appear as a removable drive on my
Garmin Live Services............................................................... 10 computer.................................................................................. 15
Subscribing to Garmin Live Services.................................. 10 My device does not appear as a portable device on my
About ecoRoute....................................................................... 10 computer.................................................................................. 15
ecoRoute HD Accessory..................................................... 10 My device does not appear as either a portable device or a
Setting Up the Vehicle......................................................... 10 removable drive or volume on my computer............................ 15
Changing the Fuel Price...................................................... 10 My phone will not connect to the device.................................. 15
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Table of Contents
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
Getting Started
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
LMT: This model includes a nüMaps Lifetime subscription,
lifetime traffic subscription, and a traffic receiver.
Activating Lifetime Maps
Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power
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Follow the on-screen instructions.
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WARNING
NOTE: If you register the device, you can receive e-mail
notifications when a map update is available.
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.
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.
Before you use your device on battery power, you should
charge it.
Plug the vehicle power cable into the USB port on the
mount.
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TIP: You can save power by putting the device in sleep mode
while charging the battery.
Press the power key
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Press the mount onto the suction cup until it snaps into
place.
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The Garmin logo on the mount should face right-side up.
Press the suction cup to the windshield, and flip the lever
back toward the windshield.
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Fit the tab on the top of the mount into the slot on the back of
the device.
Press the bottom of the mount into the device until it clicks.
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Turning Off the Device
Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into a power
outlet in your vehicle.
Hold the power key until a prompt appears on the screen.
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The prompt appears after five seconds. If you release the
power key before the prompt appears, the device enters
sleep mode.
Support and Updates
Garmin Express provides easy access to these services for
your device.
Select Off.
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Product registration
Resetting the Device
You can reset your device if it stops functioning.
Software and map updates
Product manuals
Hold the power key for 10 seconds.
Vehicles, voices, and other extras
Acquiring GPS Signals
Setting Up Garmin Express
To navigate with your device, you must acquire satellites.
the status bar indicates the satellite signal strength (see
page 2). Acquiring satellites can take several minutes.
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Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on the
device.
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Plug the larger end of the USB cable into an available USB
port on your computer.
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Turn on the device.
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If necessary, go outdoors to an open area, away from tall
buildings and trees.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
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If necessary, hold
satellite signals.
to view detailed information about the
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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.
Adjusting the Screen Brightness
Select Settings > Display > Brightness.
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Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness.
Lifetime Subscriptions
Some models include subscriptions to lifetime features. For
Adjusting the Volume
Select Volume.
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LT: This model includes a lifetime traffic subscription and a
traffic receiver.
Getting Started
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Select an option:
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Select
marks.
to enter special characters, such as punctuation
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Use the slider bar to adjust the volume.
Select to mute the device.
Select to change character capitalization.
Select for additional options.
Locations
About Automatic Volume
On devices with hands-free calling, automatic volume allows the
device to adjust the volume level based on the background
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.
Automatic volume control lowers the volume of the device when
background noise is low and raises the volume level when
background noise increases.
Finding Locations
Enabling Automatic Volume
Your device can increase or decrease the volume automatically
based on the level of background noise.
Finding a Location by Category
Select Where To?.
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Select Volume >
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Select a category, or select Categories.
If necessary, select a subcategory.
Select a location.
If necessary, select Automatic Volume.
Select Enabled.
Searching Within a Category
Status Bar Icons
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.
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.
Select Where To?.
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Select a category, or select Categories.
Select a category.
GPS signal status
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Bluetooth technology status (appears when Bluetooth is
If applicable, select a destination from the Quick Search list.
enabled)
Current time
Battery status
Connected to Smartphone Link
Temperature
Viewing GPS Signal Status
Hold
for three seconds.
If necessary, select the appropriate destination.
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Battery Information
After the device is connected to power, it begins to charge.
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.
in the status bar indicates the status of the internal battery.
To increase the accuracy of the battery gauge, you should fully
discharge the battery and then fully charge it. Do not unplug the
device until it is fully charged.
Select Where To?.
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Select Enter Search in the search bar.
Enter all or part of the search term.
Suggested search terms appear below the search bar.
Select an option:
Setting the Time
NOTE: You can select Automatic to automatically set the time
each time the device is powered on.
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Select
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To search for a type of business, enter a category name
(for example, "movie theaters").
Scroll the numbers to set the time.
To search for a business name, enter all or part of the
name.
Using the On-Screen Buttons
To search for an address near you, enter the street
number and street name.
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Select
Hold
to return to the previous menu screen.
to quickly return to the main menu.
To search for an address in another city, enter the street
number, street name, city, and state.
Select or to see more choices.
Hold or to scroll faster.
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To search for a city, enter the city and state.
Select
to see a menu of options for the current screen.
To search for coordinates, enter latitude and longitude
coordinates.
Using the On-Screen Keyboard
See "Language and Keyboard Settings" to change the keyboard
Select an option:
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To search using a suggested search term, select the
term.
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Select to delete a search entry.
Select to delete a character.
Select to change the keyboard language mode.
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To search using the text you entered, select
.
If necessary, select a location.
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Locations
Finding a City
Changing the Search Area
Select Where To? > Categories > Cities.
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From the main menu, select Where To?.
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Select Enter Search.
Select Searching Near.
Enter a city name, and select
Select a city.
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Select an option.
Finding a Location by Browsing the Map
Finding a Location Using Coordinates
You can find a location using latitude and longitude coordinates.
This can be helpful when geocaching.
Before you can find places included in the map data, such as
restaurants, hospitals, and fuel stations, you must enable the
Select Where To? > Categories > Coordinates.
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Select View Map.
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If necessary, select , and change the coordinate format or
datum.
Drag and zoom the map to display the area to search.
If necessary, select , and select a category icon to view
only a specific category of places.
Select the latitude coordinate.
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Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.
Select the longitude coordinate.
Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.
Select View on Map.
Location markers ( or a blue dot) appear on the map.
Select an option:
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Select a location marker.
Select a point, such as a street, intersection, or address
location.
Saving Locations
If necessary, select the location description to view additional
information.
Saving a Location
Finding an Address
NOTE: The order of the steps may change depending on the
map data loaded on your device.
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From the search results, select a location.
Select
Select
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Select Where To? > Address.
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> Save.
Enter the address number, and select Done.
Enter the street name, and select Next.
If necessary, enter a name, and select Done.
Saving Your Current Location
If necessary, select Searching Near to change the city,
state, or province.
From the map, select the vehicle icon.
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Select Save.
If necessary, select the city, the state, or the province.
If necessary, select the address.
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Enter a name, and select Done.
Select OK.
Finding Recently Found Destinations
Your device stores the last 50 destinations you have found.
Saving a Home Location
You can set your home location for the location you return to
most often.
Select Where To? > Recent.
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Select a location.
Select Where To? >
> Set Home Location.
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Clearing the List of Recently Found Locations
Select Enter My Address, Use Current Location, or
Select Where To? > Recent >
> Clear > Yes.
Recently Found.
Finding Parking
The location is saved as "Home" in the Saved menu.
Select Where To? > Categories > Parking.
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Going Home
Select a parking location.
Select Where To? > Go Home.
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.
Editing Your Home Location Information
Select Where To? > Saved > Home.
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Select
Select
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Select Apps > Last Spot.
> Edit.
Search Tools
Search tools allow you to search for specific types of locations
by responding to on-screen prompts.
Enter your changes.
Select Done.
Editing a Saved Location
Finding an Intersection
Select Where To? > Saved.
If necessary, select a category.
Select a location.
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Select Where To? > Categories > Intersections.
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Select an option:
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Select a state or province.
Select
Select
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To change the country, state, or province, select State or
Country, and enter a name.
> Edit.
Enter the first street name, and select Next.
If necessary, select the street.
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Select an option:
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Select Name.
Enter the second street name, and select Next.
If necessary, select the street.
Select Phone Number.
Select Categories to assign categories to the saved
location.
If necessary, select the intersection.
Locations
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Select Change Map Symbol to change the symbol used
to mark the saved location on a map.
With the POI loader open, click Help.
Finding Custom POIs
Before you can find custom POIs, you must load custom POIs
Edit the information.
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Select Done.
Select Where To? > Categories.
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Assigning Categories to a Saved Location
You can add custom categories to organize your saved
locations.
Scroll to the Other Categories section, and select a category.
NOTE: Categories appear in the saved locations menu after
you have saved at least 12 locations.
Navigation
Select Where To? > Saved.
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Starting a Route
Select a location.
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Select
Select
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Select a location.
> Edit > Categories.
Select Go!.
Enter one or more category names, separated by commas.
If necessary, select a suggested category.
Select Done.
Previewing Multiple Routes
From the search results, select a location.
Select Routes.
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Deleting a Saved Location
NOTE: Deleted locations cannot be recovered.
Select a route.
Select Where To? > Saved.
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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
> Delete Saved Places.
Select the box next to the saved locations to delete, and
select Delete.
Select Settings > Navigation > Calculation Mode.
Setting a Simulated Location
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Select Faster Time to calculate routes that are faster to
drive but can be longer in distance.
If you are indoors or not receiving satellite signals, you can use
the GPS to set a simulated location.
Select Shorter Distance to calculate routes that are
shorter in distance but can take more time to drive.
Select Settings > Navigation > GPS Simulator.
From the main menu, select View Map.
Tap the map twice to select an area.
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Select Off Road to calculate point-to-point routes (without
roads).
The address of the location appears at the bottom of the
screen.
Navigating Off Road
If you are not following roadways as you navigate, you can use
Off Road mode.
Select the location description.
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Select Settings > Navigation.
Select Set Location.
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Select Calculation Mode > Off Road > Save.
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Adding a Shortcut
The next route will be calculated as a straight line to the
location.
You can add shortcuts to the Where To? menu. A shortcut can
point to a location, a category, or a search tool.
Starting a Route to a Saved Location
The Where To? menu can contain up to 36 shortcut icons.
Select Where To? > Saved.
If necessary, select a category, or select All Saved Places.
Select a location.
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Select Where To? > Add Shortcut.
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Select an item.
Removing a Shortcut
Select Go!.
Select Where To? >
> Remove Shortcut(s).
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Select the shortcut to remove.
Your Route on the Map
Select the shortcut again to confirm.
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.
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.
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.
Click Services > POI Loader.
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Install the POI Loader onto your computer.
A data field displaying the current speed limit may appear as
you travel on major roadways.
Using the POI Loader Help Files
For more information on the POI loader, refer to the Help file.
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Navigation
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.
Using the Navigation Map
From the map, select
to view the junction, if available.
Select View Map.
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Select anywhere on the map.
Select an option:
About Up Ahead
You can view upcoming businesses and services along your
route or the road on which you are traveling.
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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
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Services are listed under tabs by category.
Gas
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Food
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Lodging
Adding a Point to a Route
Before you can add a stop, you must be navigating a route.
Restrooms
Parking
From the map, select
> Where To?.
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Search for the extra stop.
Banks and ATMs
Select the stop from the search results.
Select Go!.
Finding Up Ahead Services
Select Add to Active Route.
From the map, select
> Up Ahead.
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Taking a Detour
Before you can take a detour, you must add the detour tool to
Select a tab.
Select 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.
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.
While navigating a route, from the map select
Select an option.
> Detour.
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From the map, select
Select a service icon.
> Up Ahead.
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To detour your route for a specific distance, select 0.5 mi,
2 mi, or 5 mi.
Select
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Select an option:
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To detour around a specific road on the route, select
.
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To rearrange the order of the services, select and drag an
arrow on the right up or down.
If necessary, select a road to detour around.
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Stopping the Route
To change the services displayed, select a service, and
select a different service.
From the map, select
>
.
To search for a specific business or category, select a
service, select Custom Search, and enter the name of
the business or category.
Viewing Route Activity
Viewing a List of Turns
While navigating a route, you can view all of the turns and
Select Done.
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maneuvers for your entire route and the distance between turns.
Trip Information
While navigating a route, select the text bar on the top of the
map.
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Viewing Trip Data from the Map
Before you can view trip data on the map, you must add the tool
Select a turn.
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The details for the turn appear. If available, an image of the
junction appears for junctions on major roadways.
From the map, select
> Trip Data.
Viewing the Entire Route on the Map
Customizing the Trip Data Fields
While navigating a route, select the navigation bar at the top
of the map.
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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
Select
> Map.
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Select View Map.
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Viewing the Next Turn
Select
> Trip Data.
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.
Select a trip data field.
Select an option.
The preview includes the distance to the turn or maneuver and
the lane in which you should be traveling, if available.
The new trip data field appears in the trip data list.
Navigation
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Viewing the Trip Information Page
The trip information page displays your present speed and
provides statistics about your trip.
Avoiding Road Features
Select Settings > Navigation > Avoidances.
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Select the road features to avoid on your routes, and select
Save.
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.
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
Select Settings > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.
If necessary, select Add Avoidances.
Select Add Avoid Area.
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Select the upper-left corner of the area to avoid, and select
Next.
Viewing the Trip Log
Your device keeps a trip log, which is a record of the path you
have traveled.
Select the lower-right corner of the area to avoid, and select
Next.
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Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > Map Layers.
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The selected area is shaded on the map.
Select the Trip Log check box.
Select Done.
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Resetting Trip Information
Avoiding a Road
From the map, select Speed .
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Select Settings > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.
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Select
> Reset Field(s).
Select Add Avoid Road.
Select an option:
Select the starting point of the section of road to avoid, and
select Next.
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When not navigating a route, select Select All to reset
every data field except the speedometer, on the first
page.
Select the ending point of the road section, and select Next.
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Select Done.
Select Reset Trip Data to reset the information on the trip
computer.
Disabling a Custom Avoidance
You can disable a custom avoidance without deleting it.
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Select Reset Max. Speed to reset the maximum speed.
Select Settings > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.
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Select Reset Trip B to reset the odometer.
Select an avoidance.
Using Suggested Routes
Before you can use this feature, you must save at least one
Select
> Disable.
Deleting Custom Avoidances
Select Settings > Navigation > Custom Avoidances.
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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 an option:
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To delete all custom avoidances, select
To delete one custom avoidance, select the avoidance,
and select > Delete.
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Select the navigation bar to view a suggested route to the
location.
Customizing the Map
Customizing the Map Tools
You can select the shortcuts that appear in the map tools menu.
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.
Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > Map Tools.
Select the map tools to include in the menu.
Select Save.
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From the map, select the vehicle.
Customizing the Map Layers
You can customize which data appear on the map, such as
icons for points of interest and road conditions.
Finding Nearby Services
You can use the Where Am I? page to find nearby services,
such as fuel, hospitals or police stations.
Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > Map Layers.
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From the map, select the vehicle.
Select a category.
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Select the layers to include on the map, and select Save.
Changing the Map Data Field
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.
From the map, select a data field.
NOTE: You cannot customize Speed.
Select a type of data to display.
Select Save.
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From the map, select the vehicle.
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Select
> Directions to Me.
Select a starting location.
Changing the Map Perspective
Select Select.
Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > Driving Map View.
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Navigation
Select an option:
NOTE: In some areas, traffic information may be received from
FM radio stations using HD Radio™ technology.
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Select Track Up to display the map in two dimensions (2-
D), with your direction of travel at the top.
Connect the traffic-compatible power cable to an external
power source.
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Select North Up to display the map in 2-D with north at
the top.
Connect the traffic-compatible power cable to the device.
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Select 3-D to display the map in three dimensions.
When you are within a traffic coverage area, your device
displays traffic information.
Safety Cameras
Traffic Receiver
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.
Mini-USB connector
External antenna connector
Internal antenna
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Power LED
Vehicle power adapter
You can purchase a new region or extend an existing
subscription at any time. Each region that you purchase has an
expiration date.
Positioning the Traffic Receiver
You can position the traffic receiver power cable for optimal
traffic reception.
Uncoil the cable.
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Traffic
NOTICE
Place the middle of the cable in a location with an
unobstructed view of the sky, such as the dash.
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the
traffic information.
NOTE: Do not rest the cable on the cable plug that connects
to the vehicle power source.
Do not place the cable on the floor or underneath other
objects.
Traffic information may not be available in all areas or countries.
For information about traffic receivers and coverage areas, go
Viewing Upcoming Traffic
You can view traffic incidents coming up along your route or
along the road on which you are traveling.
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.
While navigating a route, select
> Traffic.
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Traffic alerts appear on the map when there are traffic
incidents along your route or in your area.
The nearest upcoming traffic incident appears in a panel on
the right side of the map.
The device must be connected to vehicle power to receive
traffic information.
Select the traffic incident to view additional details.
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The powered traffic receiver and the device may need to be
in data range of a station transmitting traffic data to receive
traffic information.
Viewing Traffic on the Map
The traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow and delays on
nearby roads.
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You do not need to activate the subscription included with
your device or traffic receiver.
From the main menu, select Apps > Traffic.
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If necessary, select
traffic map.
> Legend to view the legend for the
If your device includes an external traffic antenna, you
should always leave the external antenna plugged in for the
best traffic reception.
Searching for Traffic Incidents
From the main menu, select Apps > Traffic.
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Receiving Traffic Data Using a Traffic
Receiver
Select
> Incidents.
Select an item in the list.
NOTICE
If there is more than one incident, use the arrows to view
additional incidents.
Heated (metallized) windshields could degrade the performance
of the traffic receiver.
Traffic on Your Route
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
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
traffic delay if a better alternative route does not exist. The delay
time is added into your estimated time of arrival automatically.
Your device can receive traffic signals from a station
broadcasting traffic data.
Traffic
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NOTE: Different routes may be calculated based on traffic
trends for the day of the week or the time of day.
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.
Disabling trafficTrends
To prevent your device from recording or sharing traffic data,
you must disable trafficTrends.
While navigating a route, select
> Traffic.
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Select Alternate Route.
Select Settings > Traffic > trafficTrends.
NOTE: If a better alternative route does not exist, this option
is not available, and On Fastest Route appears instead.
Enabling Traffic
Select Go!.
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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
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.
Select Settings > Traffic.
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Select the Traffic check box.
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
Voice Command
NOTE: Voice command is not available for all languages and
regions, and may not be available on all models.
This feature is not available in all areas.
NOTE: Voice Activated Navigation may not achieve desired
performance when in a noisy environment.
Select Apps > photoLive.
Select Touch to Add.
Select a road.
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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.
Select an intersection.
Select Touch to Add.
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.
Viewing a Traffic Camera
Before you can view a traffic camera, you must save a traffic
Select Apps > photoLive.
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TIP: You can reduce the chance of accidental voice command
activation by using a strong wakeup phrase.
Select a camera.
Select Apps > Voice Command > Customize Phrase.
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About Traffic Subscriptions
You can purchase additional subscriptions or a renewal if your
Enter a new wakeup phrase.
The device indicates the strength of the wakeup phrase as
you enter the phrase.
Subscription Activation
Select Done.
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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.
Activating Voice Command
Say your wakeup phrase.
The voice command menu appears.
Viewing Traffic Subscriptions
Select Settings > Traffic > Subscriptions.
Voice Command Tips
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Speak in a normal voice directed at the device.
Adding a Subscription
You can purchase traffic subscriptions for other regions or
countries.
Reduce background noise, such as voices, or the radio, to
increase the accuracy of the voice recognition.
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Speak commands as they appear on the screen.
From the main menu, select Traffic.
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Respond to voice prompts from the device as needed.
Select Subscriptions >
.
Increase the length of your wakeup phrase to reduce the
chance of accidental voice command activation.
Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID.
and get a 25-character code.
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Listen for two tones to confirm when the device enters and
exits voice command.
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.
Starting a Route Using Voice Command
You can say the names of popular, well-known locations.
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Select Next on the device.
Enter the code.
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Say Find Place.
Listen for the voice prompt, and speak the name of the
location.
Select Done.
Say the line number.
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trafficTrends™
When the trafficTrends feature is enabled, your device uses
historic traffic data to calculate more-efficient routes.
Say Navigate.
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Voice Command
Deleting a Paired Phone
You can delete a paired phone to prevent it from automatically
connecting to your device in the future.
Muting Instructions
You can disable the voice prompts for voice command without
muting the device.
Select Settings > Bluetooth > Phone.
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Select Apps > Voice Command >
.
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Select
.
Select Mute Instructions > Enabled.
Select the phone, and select Delete.
Disabling Voice Command
Placing a Call
You can disable voice command, which prevents you from
accidentally activating voice command while speaking.
Dialing a Number
Select Apps > Voice Command >
.
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Select Apps > Phone > Dial.
Enter the number.
Select Dial.
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Select Voice Command > Disabled.
Hands-Free Phone Calls
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.
About Hands-Free Calling
NOTE: Bluetooth wireless technology is not available on all
models, or for all languages and regions.
Select Apps > Phone > Phone Book.
Select a contact.
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
whether your mobile phone with Bluetooth technology is
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Select Call.
Calling a Location
Your phone may not support all of the hands-free phone
features your device provides.
Select Apps > Phone > Browse Categories.
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Select a point of interest.
Enabling Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Select Call.
Select Settings > Bluetooth.
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Receiving a Call
Select Bluetooth.
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When you receive a call, select Answer or Ignore.
Pairing Your Phone
Using the Call History
Before you can use hands-free calling, you must pair your
device with a compatible mobile phone.
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.
Place your phone and your Bluetooth device within 33 ft. (10
m) of each other.
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On your device, enable Bluetooth wireless technology.
Select an option:
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Select Apps > Phone > Call History.
Select a category.
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Select Settings > Bluetooth > Add Phone.
A list of calls appears, with the most recent calls at the top.
Select a call.
If you have already paired a different phone, select
Settings > Bluetooth > Phone >
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On your phone, enable Bluetooth wireless technology.
On your device, select OK.
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Using In-Call Options
From the map, while on a call, select
.
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2
A list of nearby Bluetooth devices appears.
Select your phone from the list, and select OK.
Select an option.
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To transfer audio to your phone, select Handset.
If necessary, on your phone, confirm that the device is
allowed to connect.
TIP: You can use this feature if you want to turn off your
device and remain on the call, or if you need privacy.
If necessary, enter the device Bluetooth PIN into your phone.
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TIP: You can use this feature to use automated systems,
such as voice mail.
Tips After Pairing the Devices
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After the initial pairing, the two devices can connect
automatically each time you turn them on.
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To mute the microphone, select Mute.
To hang up, select End Call.
When your phone is connected to your device, you are ready
to receive voice calls.
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
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.
Select Apps > Phone >
Enter your phone number.
Select Done.
> Set Home Number.
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Disconnecting Your Phone
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Select Settings > Bluetooth.
Select Phone > None > Save.
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Calling Home
Before you can call home, you must enter a phone number for
your home location.
Your phone is disconnected from your device but remains
paired with your device.
Hands-Free Phone Calls
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Select Saved > Home >
> Call.
Select your phone.
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Clear the Hands-Free Calling check box.
Using the Apps
Garmin Live Services
Before you can use Garmin Live Services, your device must be
connected to a supported phone running Smartphone Link
Using Help
Select Apps > Help to view information about using the
device.
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.
Searching Help Topics
Select Apps > Help >
.
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.
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.
Subscribing to Garmin Live Services
Before you can subscribe to Garmin Live Services, you must
install the Smartphone Link app on your phone.
Saved locations and recently found locations are synchronized
with your phone each time your device connects to Smartphone
Link.
Select Garmin Live Services.
A list of services and subscription prices appears.
Select a service.
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Downloading Smartphone Link
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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.
Select the price.
Select Subscribe.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Download Smartphone Link from the application store on
your supported phone.
About ecoRoute
See your phone owner's manual for information on
downloading and installing applications.
In some areas, before you can use ecoRoute™ features, you
must purchase an unlock code or an ecoRoute HD accessory.
Connecting to Smartphone Link
Before you can connect to Smartphone Link, you must
download and install the Smartphone Link application on your
phone.
The ecoRoute feature calculates the fuel economy and the fuel
price of navigating to a destination, and offers tools for
improving fuel efficiency.
Start Smartphone Link on your phone.
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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.
From your device, select Settings > Bluetooth, and select
the Bluetooth check box.
From your phone, select Bluetooth Settings.
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To receive more-accurate fuel reports for your specific vehicle
From your phone, enable Bluetooth wireless technology, and
scan for nearby Bluetooth devices.
ecoRoute HD Accessory
See your phone owner's manual for more information.
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.
From your phone, select your device from the list of nearby
devices.
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Follow 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.
Setting Up the Vehicle
The first time you use the ecoRoute features, you must enter
vehicle information.
Sending a Location from Your Phone to Your Device
Smartphone Link is registered as a navigation application on
your phone.
Select Apps > ecoRoute.
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From your phone, select the button to start navigating to a
location (see the owner's manual for your phone).
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Follow the on-screen instructions.
Changing the Fuel Price
From the application menu, select Smartphone Link.
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Select Apps > ecoRoute > At the Pump.
Enter the current price of fuel, and select Next.
Select Yes.
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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.
Calibrating the Fuel Economy
You can calibrate the fuel economy to receive more-accurate
fuel reports for your specific vehicle and driving habits. You
should calibrate when you fill up your fuel tank.
Select Apps > Smartphone Link.
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Select Apps > ecoRoute > At the Pump.
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Using the Apps
Enter the current fuel price.
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Viewing the Weather Forecast
Enter the amount of fuel the vehicle has used since the last
time the fuel tank was filled.
Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected
feature is not available in all areas.
Enter the distance you have traveled since the last time the
fuel tank was filled.
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Select Apps > Weather.
Select a day.
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Select Next.
The device calculates the average vehicle fuel economy.
The detailed forecast for that day appears.
Select Save.
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Viewing Weather Near a Different City
Select Apps > Weather > Current Location.
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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.
Select an option:
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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
Viewing ecoChallenge Scores
Select Apps > ecoRoute > ecoChallenge.
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.
About the ecoChallenge Score
Acceleration: Displays your score for smooth and gradual
acceleration. You lose points for rapid acceleration.
Select Apps > Weather.
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Braking: Displays your score for smooth and gradual braking.
If necessary, select a city.
You lose points for hard braking.
Select
> Weather Radar.
Overall: Displays an average of the speed, acceleration, and
braking score.
Viewing Weather Alerts
Speed: Displays your score for driving your vehicle at the
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.
optimal speed for conserving fuel.
Resetting the ecoChallenge Scores
Select Apps > ecoRoute > ecoChallenge.
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Select Apps > Weather.
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Select
> Reset.
If necessary, select a city.
Select
> Weather Alerts.
Viewing Fuel Economy Information
Select Apps > ecoRoute > Fuel Economy.
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Checking Road Conditions
Select a section of the graph to zoom in.
Select Apps > Weather.
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If necessary, select a city.
Mileage Reports
Mileage reports provide the distance, the time, the average fuel
economy, and the fuel cost of navigating to a destination.
Select
> Road Conditions.
Planning a Trip
You can use the trip planner to create and save a trip with
multiple destinations.
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.
Select Apps > Trip Planner.
Select New Trip.
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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.
Select Select Start Location.
Select Select.
Select Apps > ecoRoute > Mileage Report.
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Select a report.
To add additional locations, select
Select Next.
.
Resetting ecoRoute Information
Select Apps > ecoRoute > Vehicle Profile.
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Enter a name, and select Done.
Select
> Reset.
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Scheduling a Trip
You can use the trip planner to create and save a trip with
multiple destinations.
Viewing myGarmin Messages
Before you can use this feature, your device must be connected
feature is not available in all areas.
Select Apps > Trip Planner.
Select a trip.
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You can view messages from myGarmin, such as notifications
for software and map updates.
Select a location.
Select an option:
Select Apps > myGarmin.
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Select Departure Time.
If you have unread messages, the number of unread
messages appears on the myGarmin icon.
Select Arrival Time.
Select a date and time, and select Save.
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Select a message subject.
The full message appears.
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Select Duration.
Select the amount of time you will spend at the location, and
select Save.
Using the Apps
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If necessary, repeat steps 3–7 for each location.
Depending on your computer operating system, the device
appears as either a portable device, a removable drive, or a
removable volume.
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Navigating to a Saved Trip
Select Apps > Trip Planner.
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Select a saved trip.
Transferring Data From Your Computer
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Select Go!.
Depending on your computer operating system, the device
appears as either a portable device, a removable drive, or a
removable volume.
Editing a Saved Trip
Select Apps > Trip Planner.
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On your computer, open the file browser.
Select a file.
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Select a saved trip.
Select
.
Select Edit > Copy.
Select an option:
Browse to a folder on the device.
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Select Rename Trip.
NOTE: For a removable drive or volume, you should not
place files in the Garmin folder.
Select Edit Destinations to add and delete a location, or
to change the order of locations.
Select Edit > Paste.
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Select Delete Trip.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
Select Optimize Order to arrange the stops on your trip
in the most-efficient order.
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.
Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations
Before you can use this feature, you must enable the travel
Complete an action:
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You can view your previous routes and places you have
stopped on the map.
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For Windows computers, select the Safely Remove
Hardware icon in the system tray, and select your device.
Select Apps > Where I've Been.
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For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash.
Disconnect the cable from your computer.
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Data Management
You can store files on your device. The device has a memory
card slot for additional data storage.
Customizing the Device
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NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows 95, 98,
Map and Vehicle Settings
To open the Map and Vehicle settings, from the main menu,
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Me, Windows NT , and Mac OS 10.3 and earlier.
select Settings > Map & Vehicle.
File Types
The device supports these file types.
Vehicle: Changes the icon to represent your position on the
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Maps and GPX waypoint files from myGarmin™ mapping
software, including MapSource , BaseCamp™, and
Driving Map View: Sets the perspective on the map.
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Map Detail: Sets the level of detail on the map. More detail may
cause the map to draw slower.
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Map Theme: Changes the color of the map data.
Map Tools: Selects the shortcuts that appear in the map tools
About Memory Cards
menu.
You can purchase memory cards from an electronics supplier,
or purchase pre-loaded Garmin mapping software
storage, the memory card can be used to store files such as
maps, images, geocaches, routes, waypoints, and custom
POIs.
Map Layers: Sets the data that appears on the map page
myMaps: Sets which installed maps the device uses.
Enabling Maps
You can enable map products installed on your device.
Installing a Memory Card
The device supports microSD™ and microSDHC memory cards.
TIP: To purchase additional map products, go to
Insert a memory card into the slot on the device.
Press it in until it clicks.
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Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > myMaps.
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Select a map.
Connecting the Device to Your Computer
Navigation Settings
You can connect the device to your computer using the USB
cable included with your device.
To open the Navigation settings page, from the main menu,
select Settings > Navigation.
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on the
device.
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Calculation Mode: Sets route preference.
Avoidances: Sets road features to avoid on a route.
Plug the larger end of the USB cable into a port on your
computer.
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Custom Avoidances: Allows you to avoid specific roads or
areas.
A picture of your device connected to a computer appears on
the device screen.
Advanced Detours: Sets the length of the detour.
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Data Management
Safe Mode: Disables all functions that require significant
operator attention and could become a distraction while
driving.
Time Format: Allows you to select a 12-hour, 24-hour, or UTC
display time.
Units: Sets the unit of measure used for distances.
GPS Simulator: Stops the device from receiving a GPS signal,
Position Format: Sets the coordinate format and datum used
and saves battery power.
for geographical coordinates.
Route Preferences
To open the Calculation Mode settings page, from the main
menu, select Settings > Navigation > Calculation Mode.
Language and Keyboard Settings
To open the Language and Keyboard settings, from the main
menu, select Settings > Language & Keyboard.
The route calculation is based on road speeds and vehicle
acceleration data for a given route.
Voice Language: Sets the language for voice prompts.
Text Language: Sets all on-screen text to the selected
Faster Time: Calculates routes that are faster to drive but can
language.
be longer in distance.
NOTE: Changing the text language does not change the
language of user-entered data or map data, such as street
names.
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
Keyboard Language: Sets the language for your keyboard.
routes.
Off Road: Calculates a direct line from your location to your
Device and Privacy Settings
To open the Device settings page, from the main menu, select
destination.
Settings > Device.
Display Settings
About: Displays the software version number, the unit ID
To open the Display settings page, from the main menu, select
number, and information on several other software features.
Settings > Display.
EULAs: Displays the end-user license agreements that apply to
Color Mode: Changes the brightness of the screen. Decreasing
your choice.
the brightness can save battery power.
NOTE: You need this information when you update the
system software or purchase additional map data.
Display Timeout: Sets the amount of idle time before your
device enters sleep mode.
Travel History: Allows the device to record information for the
Brightness: Adjusts the display brightness.
myTrends, Where I’ve Been, and Trip Log features.
Screenshot: Allows you to take a picture of the device screen.
Screenshots are saved in the Screenshot folder of the
device storage.
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.
Bluetooth Settings
To open the Bluetooth settings, from the main menu, select
Settings > Bluetooth.
Audio: Sets the style of alert that plays when you approach
proximity points.
Bluetooth: Enables Bluetooth wireless technology.
Alerts: Sets the type of proximity points for which alerts are
Add Phone: Manages connection between your device and
played.
wireless headsets with Bluetooth wireless technology.
Friendly Name: Allows you to enter a friendly name that
Restoring Settings
identifies your devices with Bluetooth wireless technology.
You can restore a category of settings or all settings to the
factory default values.
Disabling Bluetooth
Select Settings > Bluetooth.
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Select Settings.
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Select Bluetooth.
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If necessary, select a settings category.
Select
> Restore.
Traffic Settings
To open the traffic settings page, from the main menu, select
Settings > Traffic.
Appendix
Traffic: Enables traffic.
Current Provider: Sets the traffic provider to use for traffic
data. Auto selects the best available traffic data
automatically.
Power Cables
Your device can be powered various ways.
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Vehicle power cable
USB cable
Subscriptions: Lists current traffic subscriptions.
Optimize Route: Selects whether to use optimized alternate
AC adapter (optional accessory)
Traffic Alerts: Selects the traffic delay severity for which the
Charging the Device
You can charge the battery in the device using any of these
methods.
device displays a traffic alert.
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Connect the device to the vehicle power cable.
Units and Time Settings
To open the Units and Time settings page, from the main menu,
Connect the device to a computer using the included USB
cable.
select Settings > Units & Time.
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Connect the device to an optional power adapter accessory,
such as a wall power adapter.
Current Time: Sets the device time.
Appendix
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Use the mounting disk to mount your device to the dashboard
and comply with certain state regulations. See www.garmin.com
for more information.
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.
Clean and dry the dashboard where you are placing the disk.
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Remove the backing from the adhesive on the bottom of the
disk.
Place the disk on the dashboard.
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If your device does not charge in your vehicle, you may need to
replace the fuse located at the tip of the vehicle adapter.
Remove the clear plastic cover from the top of the disk.
Place the suction cup mount on top of the disk.
Flip the lever down (toward the disk).
Unscrew the end piece
.
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Removing the Device, Mount, and Suction
Cup
Removing the Device from the Mount
TIP: You may need to use a coin to remove the end piece.
Tilt the device forward.
Remove the end piece, the silver tip , and the fuse
.
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Removing the Mount from the Suction Cup
Install a 2 A fast-blow fuse.
Turn the device mount to the right or left.
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Place the silver tip in the end piece.
Apply pressure until the socket on the mount releases the
ball on the suction cup.
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Screw the end piece back into the vehicle power cable
.
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Removing the Suction Cup from the Windshield
About Device Care
Flip the lever on the suction cup toward you.
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NOTICE
NOTICE
Pull the tab on the suction cup toward you.
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Avoid dropping your device.
Purchasing Additional Maps
Go to your device product page on the Garmin web site
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Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent
damage.
Click the Maps tab.
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Follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTICE
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or
damage may result.
Purchasing Accessories
Cleaning the Outer Casing
Troubleshooting
NOTICE
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic
components.
The suction cup will not stay on my
windshield
Clean the outer casing of the device (not the touchscreen)
using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.
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Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing alcohol.
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Dry with a clean, dry cloth.
Wipe the device dry.
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Cleaning the Touchscreen
Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.
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My device is not acquiring satellite signals
If necessary, apply liquid to the cloth.
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You can use water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass lens
cleaner.
Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall
buildings and trees.
Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.
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Remain stationary for several minutes.
Avoiding Theft
The device does not charge in my vehicle
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Remove the device and mount from sight when not in use.
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Remove the residue left on the windshield by the suction
cup.
Verify the vehicle is turned on and is supplying power to the
power outlet.
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Do not keep your unit in the glove compartment.
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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.
Mounting on Your Dashboard
My battery does not stay charged for very
long
NOTICE
The permanent mounting adhesive is extremely difficult to
remove after it is installed.
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•
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Troubleshooting
•
•
•
•
•
Keep your device away from extreme temperatures.
Do not leave your device in direct sunlight.
The battery gauge does not seem accurate
Allow the device to fully discharge.
1
2
Fully 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
Disconnect the USB cable from your computer.
1
2
3
Turn off the device.
Plug 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.
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•
Enable Bluetooth wireless technology on your phone and
bring your phone within 33 feet (10 m) of the device.
Troubleshooting
15
map perspectiveꢀ6
map toolsꢀ6
map view
2-Dꢀ6
3-Dꢀ6
Index
calibrating fuel economyꢀ10
ecoChallenge scoreꢀ11
HD accessoryꢀ10
mileage reportꢀ11
mileage reportsꢀ11
vehicle profileꢀ10
Symbols
2-D map viewꢀ6
3-D map viewꢀ6
browsingꢀ3
A
ecoRoute HD, accessoryꢀ10
EULAsꢀ13
extras
data fieldꢀ5
detail levelꢀ12
layersꢀ6
accessoriesꢀ14
active lane guidanceꢀ5
adding stopsꢀ5
addresses, findingꢀ3
alerts
custom points of interestꢀ4
safety camerasꢀ7
lifetimeꢀ1
nüMaps Guaranteeꢀ1
nüMaps Lifetimeꢀ1
purchasingꢀ14
themeꢀ12
audioꢀ13
F
files
proximity pointsꢀ13
safety camerasꢀ13
answering callsꢀ9
audio, proximity pointsꢀ13
automatic volumeꢀ2
enablingꢀ2
supported typesꢀ12
transferringꢀ12
addressesꢀ3
updatingꢀ1
viewing routesꢀ5
memory cardꢀ12
microSD card, installingꢀ12
mileage reportsꢀ11
mount, removingꢀ14
mounting the device
automobileꢀ1
dashboardꢀ14
removing from mountꢀ14
muting, audioꢀ9
myGarmin, messagesꢀ11
myTrends, routesꢀ6
browsing the mapꢀ3
categoriesꢀ2
citiesꢀ3
coordinatesꢀ3
intersectionsꢀ3
avoidances
areaꢀ6
customizingꢀ6
deletingꢀ6
disablingꢀ6
roadꢀ6
using the mapꢀ3
finding services, up aheadꢀ5
fuel, pricesꢀ10
fuel price, changingꢀ10
fuse, changingꢀ14
road featuresꢀ6
B
battery
maximizingꢀ14
disablingꢀ13
N
G
navigationꢀ4
off-roadꢀ4
previewing routesꢀ4
settingsꢀ12
next turnꢀ5
Garmin Expressꢀ1
registering the deviceꢀ1
updating softwareꢀ1
Garmin Live Servicesꢀ10
subscribing toꢀ10
geocachingꢀ3
enablingꢀ9
Bluetoothtechnology, settingsꢀ13
brightnessꢀ1
nüMaps Guaranteeꢀ1
nüMaps Lifetimeꢀ1
going homeꢀ3
C
O
cables, powerꢀ13
calibrating fuel economyꢀ10
callsꢀ9
off-road navigationꢀ4
on-screen buttonsꢀ2
H
hands-free phone callsꢀ9
home
answeringꢀ9
call waitingꢀ9
contactsꢀ9
dialingꢀ9
disablingꢀ10
historyꢀ9
homeꢀ9
placingꢀ9
P
pairingꢀ9
callingꢀ9
editing locationꢀ3
goingꢀ3
phone numberꢀ9
setting locationsꢀ3
deleting paired headsetꢀ9
disconnectingꢀ9
parkingꢀ3
last spotꢀ3
phone
disconnectingꢀ9
phone bookꢀ9
phone callsꢀ9
I
cameras, safetyꢀ7
changing search areaꢀ3
cleaning the deviceꢀ14
cleaning the touchscreenꢀ14
coordinatesꢀ3
current locationꢀ6
custom POIsꢀ4
customizing, avoidancesꢀ6
customizing the deviceꢀ12
ID numberꢀ13
intersections, findingꢀ3
J
answeringꢀ9
call waitingꢀ9
dialingꢀ9
mutingꢀ9
junction viewꢀ5
K
keyboardꢀ2
languageꢀ13
layoutꢀ13
voice dialꢀ9
POI Loaderꢀ4
points of interest (POI Loader)ꢀ4
points of interest (POI)
customꢀ4
extrasꢀ4
POI Loaderꢀ4
power cablesꢀ13
changing the fuseꢀ14
vehicleꢀ1
L
D
language
dashboard mountꢀ14
deleting
keyboardꢀ13
voiceꢀ13
paired headsetꢀ9
tripsꢀ12
latitude and longitudeꢀ3
lifetime mapsꢀ1
callingꢀ9
destinations. See locations
detoursꢀ5
device careꢀ14
dialingꢀ9
power keyꢀ1
recently foundꢀ3
savingꢀ3
searching forꢀ3
setting homeꢀ3
simulatedꢀ4
product registrationꢀ1
product supportꢀ10
proximity points alerts, settingsꢀ13
directionsꢀ5
disconnecting phoneꢀ9
display settingsꢀ13
driving directionsꢀ5
Q
Quick Searchꢀ2
E
M
ecoChallengeꢀ11
ecoChallenge scoreꢀ11
resettingꢀ11
R
map, data fieldꢀ6
recently found locationsꢀ3
registering the deviceꢀ1
map layers, customizingꢀ6
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Index
removing mountꢀ14
renaming tripsꢀ12
reports, mileageꢀ11
resetting
deviceꢀ1
trip dataꢀ6
restoring settingsꢀ13
road conditions, weatherꢀ11
routes
turn listꢀ5
U
unit IDꢀ13
up ahead
customizingꢀ5
finding servicesꢀ5
up ahead servicesꢀ5
USB, disconnectingꢀ12
calculatingꢀ4
myTrendsꢀ6
preferencesꢀ13
previewingꢀ4
V
vehicle power cableꢀ1
vehicle profileꢀ10
activatingꢀ8
navigating withꢀ8
tips for usingꢀ8
wakeup phraseꢀ8
volume, adjustingꢀ1
startingꢀ4
stoppingꢀ5
suggestedꢀ6
viewing on the mapꢀ5
S
safety cameras, databaseꢀ7
satellite signals
acquiringꢀ1
viewingꢀ2
categoriesꢀ4
W
weatherꢀ11
radarꢀ11
road conditionsꢀ11
deletingꢀ4
editingꢀ3
saving, current locationꢀ3
screen, brightnessꢀ1
screenshotsꢀ13
search barꢀ2
shortcuts
addingꢀ4
deletingꢀ4
simulated locationsꢀ4
sleep modeꢀ1
Smartphone Linkꢀ10
connectingꢀ10
disabling callsꢀ10
Garmin Live Servicesꢀ10
software
updatingꢀ1
versionꢀ13
speech recognitionꢀ8
stops, addingꢀ5
subscriptions
Garmin Live Servicesꢀ10
nüMaps Lifetimeꢀ1
trafficꢀ1
suction cupꢀ14
T
theft, avoidingꢀ14
activating a subscriptionꢀ8
adding subscriptionsꢀ8
camerasꢀ8
incidentsꢀ7
lifetime subscriptionsꢀ1
mapꢀ7
receiverꢀ7
searching for delaysꢀ7
trafficTrendsꢀ8
traffic camerasꢀ8
savingꢀ8
viewingꢀ8
trafficTrendsꢀ8
disablingꢀ8
travel historyꢀ13
trip computerꢀ6
resetting informationꢀ6
trip dataꢀ5
resettingꢀ6
trip information, viewingꢀ6
trip log, viewingꢀ6
trip plannerꢀ11
editing a tripꢀ12
Index
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