®
nüvi 30/40/50
owner’s manual
August 2011
190-01336-00_0A
Printed in Taiwan
Deleting Files ......................................................... 18
Table of Contents
Customizing the Device...............................18
System Settings...................................................... 18
Navigation Settings................................................. 19
Display Settings...................................................... 19
Time Settings.......................................................... 19
Language Settings.................................................. 19
Map Settings........................................................... 20
Proximity Points Settings........................................ 20
Restoring Settings .................................................. 21
Getting Started................................................1
Mounting the Device................................................. 1
About myDashboard................................................. 2
Turning Off the Device.............................................. 4
Finding Locations...........................................5
About Points of Interest ............................................ 6
Saving a Home Location .......................................... 7
Location Searches.................................................... 7
Using the Location Map............................................ 9
Favorites................................................................. 10
Appendix .......................................................21
Caring for Your Device............................................ 21
Erasing User Data .................................................. 22
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable ..... 23
Removing the Device, Cradle, and Mount.............. 23
About nüMaps Lifetime .......................................... 24
Safety Cameras...................................................... 24
Purchasing Accessories ......................................... 24
Contacting Garmin Product Support....................... 24
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 25
Map Pages.....................................................12
Following an Automobile Route.............................. 12
Map Pages ............................................................. 14
Data Management.........................................16
File Types ............................................................... 16
About Memory Cards.............................................. 17
Transferring Files from Your Computer .................. 17
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Mounting the Device
Getting Started
‹ WARNING
‹ 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, remove
the device from the vehicle when exiting or store it
out of direct sunlight.
See the Important Safety and Product Information
guide in the product box for product warnings and
other important information.
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Notice
Check for updates.
Before mounting the device, see the Important Safety
and Product Information guide for information about
laws pertaining to windshield mounting.
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•
Charge your device as you drive before using it on
battery power.
Plug the vehicle power cable ➊ into the USB port
➋ on the device.
1
Press the suction cup ➌ to the windshield.
2
3
While pressing, flip the lever ➍ back toward the
windshield.
Snap the mount ➎ onto the suction cup.
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About myDashboard
Use myDashboard to register your device, check for
software and map updates, access product manuals
and support, and more.
➎
➌
➋
➏
Setting Up myDashboard
Connect a USB cable ➊ to the mini-USB port ➋
on the device.
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➊
➍
Fit the bottom ➏ of your device into the mount.
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Tilt your device back until it snaps into place.
Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into
a power outlet in your vehicle.
➋
➊
Acquiring Satellites
The device may require an open view of the sky to
acquire satellite signals. When the bars
green, the device has acquired satellite signals.
are
Connect the other end of the USB cable to the
USB port on your computer.
2
Follow the on-screen instructions.
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4
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Registering the Device
Updating Maps
From myDashboard, click Register Now.
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2
3
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2
3
4
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in
a safe place.
Under Map Updates, click Update Now.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Updating the Software
Downloading the Owner’s Manual
The owner’s manual for your device is available on
the Garmin web site.
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2
3
Under Software Updates, click Update Now.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
1
2
Click Manuals.
nüMaps Guarantee™
A list of the product manuals in several languages
appears.
If you register the device at http://my.garmin.com
within 90 days of acquiring satellites while driving,
your device could be eligible for one free map
and conditions.
Click Download next to the manual you want.
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4
Save the file to your computer.
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Select an option:
2
Turning Off the Device
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•
Select
or
.
Tap the Power key ➊.
1
Select the Mute check box.
➊
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.
Select Power Off.
2
GPS signal status.
Current time.
Resetting the Device
You can reset your device if it stops functioning.
Hold the Power key for 10 seconds.
Battery status.
Changing the Screen Brightness
Using Help
Select Settings > Display > Brightness.
1
2
Select
device.
to view information about using the
Select
or
.
Adjusting the Volume
Searching Help topics
Select > Search.
Select Volume.
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•
Select Mode to select the keyboard language
mode.
Using the On-Screen Buttons
•
•
•
Hold
to quickly return to the main menu.
and to see more choices.
and to scroll faster.
Select
to enter special characters, such
Select
as punctuation marks.
Select and hold
Using the On-Screen Keyboard
See “System Settings” to change the keyboard layout
Finding Locations
There are many ways to find locations.
Select Where To? > Points of Interest > Spell
Name.
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Select an option.
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•
Select a character on the keyboard to enter a
letter or number.
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•
•
•
•
Select
Select to change the character case.
Select and to move the cursor.
to add a space.
Select to delete a character.
Select and hold to erase the entire entry.
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Enter all or part of the name.
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6
About Points of Interest
The detailed maps loaded in your device contain
points of interest, such as restaurants, hotels, and
auto services.
Select Done.
Searching Near Another Location
By default, your device finds locations closest to your
current location. You can find a location near another
city or location.
Finding a Point of Interest by Category
Select Where To? > Points of Interest.
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Select Where To? > Near.
Select a category.
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2
3
Select an option, and select OK.
If necessary, select a location.
If necessary, select a subcategory.
Select a location.
Select Go!.
Adding a Stop to a Route
While navigating an automobile route, select
Where To?.
Searching Within a category
1
To narrow your search results, you can search within
some categories.
Select Go!.
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3
4
Select Where To? > Points of Interest.
Select a category.
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2
3
4
Select Add as a Via Point.
If necessary, select a subcategory.
Select Spell.
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Select Edit.
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4
5
Saving a Home Location
Enter your changes.
Select Done.
You can set your home location for the location you
return to most often.
Select Where To? > Go Home.
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2
Location Searches
You can search for locations by using the on-
screen keyboard, entering the location’s address or
coordinates, browsing the map, and more.
Select Enter My Address, Use My Current
Location, or Choose from Recently Found.
The location is saved as “Home” in Favorites
Finding a Location by Spelling the Name
Going Home
Select Where To? > Points of Interest > Spell
Name.
1
Select Where To? > Go Home.
Deleting Your Home Location
Enter a business name or a type of business.
2
Select Where To? > Favorites > Home.
1.
2
For example, you can enter “Starbucks” or
“Coffee.”
Select the information balloon.
Select Delete, and select Yes.
3
Select Done.
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4
Select a location.
Editing Your Home Location Information
Select Where To? > Favorites > Home.
1
2
Select the information balloon.
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Finding an Address
Finding a Location by Browsing the Map
NOTE: The order of the steps may change
depending on the map data loaded on your device.
Select Where To? > Browse Map.
Drag the map to find the location.
Select the location.
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2
3
Select Where To? > Address.
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2
If necessary, change the state, the country, or the
province.
An information balloon appears for the location.
Select the information balloon.
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Select an option:
3
Viewing a List of Recently Found Locations
Your device stores the last 50 locations you have
found.
•
Select Spell City, enter the city, and select
Done.
•
Select Search All to search all cities in the
state or province.
Select Where To? > Recently Found.
Enter the address number, and select Done.
Enter the street name, and select Done.
If necessary, select the street.
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5
6
7
clearing the List of Recently Found Places
Select Where To? > Recently Found > Clear.
If necessary, select the address.
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Finding a Location Using Coordinates
Using the Location Map
The location map appears after you select a location
from the Where To? menu.
You can find a location using latitude and longitude
coordinates. This method can be helpful when
geocaching.
➌
Select Where To? > Coordinates.
1
2
➊
➋
If necessary, select Format, select the correct
coordinate format for the type of map you are
using, and select OK.
➍
➎
➏
Select the latitude coordinate.
Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.
Select the longitude coordinate.
Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.
Select Next.
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Select ➊ to save the location to your Favorites.
Select the information balloon ➋ to view more
information for the location.
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•
Select ➌ to zoom in and out.
Select ➍ to create a turn-by-turn route to this
Select Go!.
location.
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•
Select ➎ to return to the previous page.
Select ➏ to view different parts of the map.
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Viewing a Route on the Map
Favorites
You can save locations in your Favorites so you can
quickly find them and create routes to them. Your
home location is also stored in Favorites.
From the location map, select the information
balloon.
1
Select the route information box.
2
Saving Your Location to Favorites
Setting a Simulated Location
From the map, select the vehicle icon.
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2
3
4
If you are indoors or not receiving satellite signals,
you can use the GPS simulator to set a simulated
location.
Select Save Location.
Enter a name, and select Done.
Select OK.
Select Settings > System.
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2
3
Select GPS Simulator > On > OK.
The location is saved in Favorites.
From the main menu, select Where To? >
Browse Map.
Saving Locations to Favorites
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2
Select an area on the map.
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5
From the location map, select Save > OK.
An information balloon appears for the location.
Select Set Location.
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Finding Favorites
Edit the information.
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Select Where To? > Favorites.
If necessary, select a category.
Select a saved location.
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2
3
Select Done.
Adding a Category
You can add custom categories to organize your
Favorites.
Editing Favorites
NOTE: Categories appear in the Favorites menu
after you have saved more than 12 Favorites.
Select Where To? > Favorites.
If necessary, select a category.
Select a Favorite.
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2
3
4
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Select Where To? > Favorites.
Select the Favorite.
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2
3
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5
Select the information balloon.
Select Edit.
Select the information balloon.
Select Edit > Change Categories.
Select a category, and select New.
Select an option:
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•
Select Change Name.
Select Change Phone Number.
To assign categories to the Favorite, select
Change Categories.
•
To change the symbol used to mark the
Favorite on a map, select Change Map
Symbol.
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Deleting Favorites
NOTE: Deleted Favorites cannot be recovered.
Map Pages
Select Where To? > Favorites.
If necessary, select a category.
Select the Favorite.
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2
3
4
5
Following an Automobile Route
Notice
The speed limit icon feature is for information only
and does not replace the driver’s 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 that you
may receive for failing to follow all applicable traffic
laws and signs.
Select the information balloon.
Select Delete > Yes.
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.
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An icon displaying the current speed limit may
appear as you travel on major roadways.
Stopping the Route
While navigating a route, select
> Stop.
Navigating Off Road
You can create straight-line routes that do not follow
roadways.
Select Settings > Navigation.
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2
Select Route Preference > Off Road > OK.
Taking a Detour
The route will be calculated as a straight line to
the location.
While navigating a route, you can use detours to
avoid obstacles ahead of you, such as construction
zones.
Changing the Map Data Field
From the map, select a data field.
Select a type of data to display.
Select OK.
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2
3
NOTE: If the route you are currently taking is the only
reasonable option, the device might not calculate a
detour.
While navigating a route, select
the main menu.
to return to
1
Select Detour.
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Viewing Current Location Information
Use the Where Am I? page to view information about
your current location. This is helpful if you need to tell
emergency personnel your location.
From the map, select the vehicle icon.
Finding Nearby Services
Resetting trip information
From the map, select the vehicle icon.
1
2
From the map, select the Speed field > Reset.
1
2
Select Hospitals, Police Stations, or Fuel to
view the nearest locations in that category.
Select an option:
•
Select Reset Trip Data to reset the
information on the trip computer.
Map Pages
Viewing Trip Information
•
Select Reset Max. Speed to reset the
maximum speed.
The trip information page displays your present
speed and provides statistics about your trip.
Select OK.
3
TIP: If you make frequent stops, leave the device
turned on so it can accurately measure elapsed time
during the trip.
From the map, select the Speed field.
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Viewing a List of Turns
Viewing the Next Turn
When you are navigating a route, you can view all
of the turns and maneuvers for your entire route and
the distance between turns.
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.
Select the text bar on the top of the map.
1
From the map, select
.
Select a turn.
2
The details for the turn appear. If available, an
image of the junction appears for junctions on
major roadways.
Viewing the Entire Route on the Map
While navigating an automobile route, select the
navigation bar at the top of the map.
1
Select Show Map.
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Viewing an Upcoming Junction
Data Management
You can store files, such as JPEG image files, on
your device. The device has a memory card slot for
additional data storage.
NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows®
95, 98, Me, Windows NT®, and Mac® OS 10.3 and
earlier.
While navigating an automobile route, you can
view the junctions on major roadways. When you
approach a junction in a route, the image of that
junction appears briefly, if available.
From the map, select
available.
to view the junction, if
File Types
The device supports the following file types:
•
Maps and GPX waypoint files from MapSource®
•
GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI Loader
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NOTE: Some computers with multiple network
drives cannot display nüvi drives. See your
operating system Help file to learn how to map
the drives.
About Memory Cards
You can purchase memory cards from an electronics
supplier, or purchase pre-loaded Garmin mapping
On your computer, open the file browser.
Select the file.
2
3
4
5
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.
Select Edit > Copy.
Installing a Memory Card
The device supports microSD™ and microSDHC
memory or data cards.
Open the Garmin or memory card drive or
volume.
Select Edit > Paste.
6
Insert a memory card into the slot on the device.
The file appears in the list of files in the device
memory or on the memory card.
Transferring Files from Your
Computer
Disconnecting the USB Cable
Complete an action:
1
1
•
For Windows computers, click the eject icon
in your system tray.
Your device and memory card appear as
removable drives in My Computer in Windows
and as mounted volumes on Mac computers.
•
For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to
the Trash
.
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Disconnect the cable from your computer.
2
Customizing the Device
Select Settings.
1
2
3
Deleting Files
Select a setting category.
Select the setting to change it.
Notice
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete
it. Your device memory contains important system
files that should not be deleted.
System Settings
Select Settings > System.
Open the Garmin drive or volume.
If necessary, open a folder or volume.
Select the file.
1
2
3
4
•
GPS Simulator—stops the device from receiving
a GPS signal, and saves battery power.
•
Units—sets the unit of measure used for
distances.
Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
•
•
Keyboard Layout—sets the keyboard layout.
Safe Mode— disables all functions that require
significant operator attention and could become a
distraction while driving.
•
About—displays the nüvi software version
number, the unit ID number, and information
about several other software features. You need
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this information when you update the system
software or purchase additional map data.
•
Brightness—changes the brightness of the
screen. Decreasing the brightness can save
battery power.
Navigation Settings
Time Settings
Select Settings > Time.
Select Settings > Navigation.
•
Route Preference—select a preference for
calculating your route.
•
Time Format—select a 12-hour, 24-hour, or UTC
time format.
•
Avoidances—select the road types you want to
avoid on your routes.
•
Current Time—manually set the time on your
nüvi. Select Automatic to have the device set the
time based on your location.
Display Settings
Select Settings > Display.
Language Settings
Select Settings > Language.
•
Color Mode—sets a light background (Day),
a dark background (Night), or automatically
switches between the two based on the sunrise
time and the sunset time for your current location
(Auto).
•
Voice Language—sets the language for voice
prompts.
•
Text Language—sets all on-screen text to the
•
Screenshot—allows you to take a picture of the
device screen. Screenshots are saved in the
Screenshot folder of the device storage.
selected language.
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NOTE: Changing the text language does not
change the language of user-entered data or map
data, such as street names.
•
Vehicle—select Change to change the icon used
to display your position on the map. Download
additional vehicle icons at www
•
Keyboard—sets the language for your keyboard.
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•
Trip Log—shows or hides the log of your travels.
Map Settings
Select Settings > Map.
Map Data Layout—changes the amount of data
visible on the map.
•
Info—view the maps and the version of each
map loaded on your nüvi. Select a map to enable
or disable that map.
•
Map Detail—adjusts the amount of detail shown
on the map. Showing more detail can cause the
map to redraw slower.
TIP: To purchase additional map products, go to
•
Map View—sets a map perspective.
◦
Track Up—displays the map in two
dimensions (2D) with your direction of travel
at the top.
Proximity Points Settings
Select Settings > Proximity Points.
◦
◦
North Up—displays the map in 2D with North
at the top.
•
Alerts—notifies you when you approach custom
3D—displays the map in three dimensions
(3D) in Track Up.
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Do not store the device where prolonged exposure
to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can
cause permanent damage.
Restoring Settings
You can restore a category of settings or all settings
to the factory defaults.
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the
touchscreen, or damage may result.
Select Settings.
1.
2.
3.
If necessary, select a settings category.
Select Restore.
Cleaning the Outer Casing
Notice
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can
damage plastic components.
Appendix
Clean the outer casing of the device (not the
touchscreen) using a cloth dampened with a mild
detergent solution.
1
Caring for Your Device
Notice
Avoid dropping your device and operating it in high-
shock and high-vibration environments.
Wipe the device dry.
2
Cleaning the Touchscreen
Do not expose the device to water.
Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.
1
2
Contact with water can cause this device to
malfunction.
If necessary, use water, isopropyl alcohol, or
eyeglass lens cleaner.
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All original settings are restored. Any items that you
have saved are erased.
Apply the liquid to the cloth.
3
4
Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.
Extending the Battery Life
Avoiding Theft
•
Keep your device away from extreme
temperatures.
•
Remove the device and mount from sight when
not in use.
•
•
•
Do not leave your device in direct sunlight.
•
Remove the residue left on the windshield by the
suction cup.
•
•
Do not keep your unit in the glove compartment.
Erasing User Data
Turn the device on.
1
2
Hold your finger on the lower-right corner of the
device screen.
Keep your finger pressed until the pop-up window
appears.
3
4
Select Yes to clear all user data.
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Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle
Power Cable
Removing the Device, Cradle, and
Mount
Notice
Removing the Device from the Cradle
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.
Press up on the tab on the top of the cradle.
1
2
Tilt the device forward.
Removing the Cradle from the Mount
Turn the cradle to the right or left.
1
2
If your device does not charge in your vehicle, you
may need to replace the fuse located at the tip of the
vehicle adapter.
Apply pressure until the socket on the cradle
releases the ball on the mount.
Unscrew the end piece.
1
Removing the Suction Cup Mount from the
Windshield
TIP: You may need to use a coin to remove the
end piece.
Flip the lever on the suction cup mount toward
you.
1
Remove the end piece, the metal tip, and the
fuse (glass and metal cylinder).
2
Pull the tab on the suction cup toward you.
2
Install a 1 A fast-blow fuse.
3
4
5
Place the metal tip in the end piece.
Screw the end piece back into the vehicle power
cable.
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You can purchase a new region or extend an existing
subscription at any time. Each region that you
purchase has an expiration date.
About nüMaps Lifetime
For a one-time payment, you can receive up to four
map updates each year for the life of your device. For
more information on nüMaps Lifetimeand complete
terms and conditions, go to www.garmin
Purchasing Accessories
Go to http://buy.garmin.com.
Contacting Garmin Product Support
Safety Cameras
You can contact Garmin Product Support if you have
any questions about this product.
‹ CAUTION
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of, or
the consequences of using, a custom POI or safety
camera database.
•
•
•
•
In the USA, call (913) 397.8200.
In the UK, call 0808 2380000.
In Europe, call +44 (0) 870.8501241.
Safety camera information is available in some
For these locations, the nüvi includes the locations
of hundreds of safety cameras. Your nüvi alerts you
when you are approaching a safety camera and
can warn you if you are driving too fast. The data is
updated at least weekly, so you always have access
to the most up-to-date information.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
My device is not acquiring
satellite signals
•
•
•
Select Settings > System > GPS Simulator > Off.
Make sure your device is out of parking garages and away from tall buildings and trees.
Remain stationary for several minutes.
The suction cup will not
stay on my windshield.
•
•
•
Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing alcohol.
Dry with a clean, dry cloth.
The device does not
charge in my vehicle.
•
•
•
Verify the vehicle is turned on and is supplying power to the power outlet.
Your device can only charge between 32°F and 113°F (between 0°C and 45°C). If the
device is placed in direct sunlight or in a hot environment, it cannot charge.
charged for very long.
My battery gauge does not Allow the unit to fully discharge, and fully charge it (without interrupting the charge cycle).
seem accurate.
How do I know my device When your device is in USB mass storage mode, a picture of a device connected to a
is in USB mass storage
mode?
computer is shown on the device screen. Also, you should see one or two new removable disk
drives listed in My Computer.
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The device is connected
to the computer, but it will
not go into mass storage
mode.
Disconnect the USB cable from your computer.
Turn off the device.
Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer and into your device.
The device automatically turns on and goes into USB mass storage mode.
Verify your device is connected to a USB port and not a USB hub.
1
2
3
4
I cannot see any new
If you have several network drives mapped on your computer, Windows can have trouble
removable drives in my list assigning drive letters to your device drives. Refer to your operating system Help file to learn
of drives. how to map or assign drive letters.
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Garmin International, Inc.
1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, USA
Garmin (Europe) Ltd.
Liberty House, Hounsdown Business Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 9LR UK
Garmin Corporation
No. 68, Zhangshu 2nd Road, Xizhi Dist., New Taipei City, 221, Taiwan (R.O.C.)
August 2011
Part Number 190-01336-00 Rev. A
Printed in Taiwan
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