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USER MANUAL nüvi 2495 GARMIN
nüvi® 2405/2505 series owner's manual
models: 2405, 2415, 2445, 2455, 2475, 2495, 2515, 2545, 2555, 2565, 2595

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0.3m Exit 2Y: I-35 N (I-70 E/US-169 N) ↑↑ Arrival 1:41P Speed 25m GARMINAugust 2011 190-01355-00_0A Printed in Taiwan
© 2011 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries
All rights reserved. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or stored in any storage medium, for any purpose without the express prior written consent of Garmin. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed and to print one copy of this manual or of any revision hereto, provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual must contain the complete text of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly prohibited.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Go to the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com) for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other Garmin products.
Table of Contents
Getting Started 1
Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power .....1
About myDashboard 2
About Sleep Mode ....4
Adjusting the Screen Brightness ....4
Adjusting the Volume 4
About Automatic Volume ....5
Status Bar Icons ....5
Satellite Signals 6
Using the On-screen Buttons ....7
Using the On-screen Keyboard ....7
About Shortcuts 8
Finding Locations 8
About Locations 9
About Search Tools 11
Saving a Home Location ....14
Finding Recently Found Places ....14
Finding Parking 14
Using Photo Navigation ...... 15
Setting a Simulated Location ....15
Saving Locations 16
Voice Command 18
About Voice Commands ....18
Navigation 21
Starting a Route 21
Following an Automobile Route 22
About Exit Services 23
Avoiding Road Features ....24
Map Pages 25
Customizing the Map 25
Viewing Turns 26
Pedestrian Routes 29
Viewing Current Location Information ......30
Hands-Free Phone Calls 31
About Hands-Free Calling ....31
Placing a Call 32
Using In-Call Options ......34
Saving a Home Phone Number ....34
Using the Apps 35
Using Help 35
About ecoRoute ....35
About Audiobooks 38
Planning a Trip 40
Viewing Pictures ....42
Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations .....42
Using the World Clock 43
Finding Your Last Parking Spot 43
Converting Units 43
About Offers 44
Using the Language Guide ......45
Traffic 46
Disabling Live Traffic 46
Traffic Data 46
Traffic Receiver 47
Traffic on Your Route 48
Traffic in Your Area 49
Understanding Traffic Data ....49
Traffic Subscriptions 49
Data Management 50
File Types 50
About Memory Cards ....50
Transferring Files from Your Computer .....51
Deleting Files 52
Customizing the Device 52
Map and Vehicle Settings ....52
Navigation Settings ....53
Display Settings ....54
Bluetooth Settings 54
Traffic Settings 55
Units and Time Settings......56
Language and Keyboard Settings ....56
Proximity Alerts Settings ....57
Device Settings ....57
Restoring Settings 57
Appendix 58
Power Cables 58
Caring for Your Device ....58
Erasing User Data ....59
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power
Cable 60
Mounting on Your Dashboard 60
Removing the Device, Cradle, and Mount .....61
Updating Maps 61
Purchasing Additional Maps 62
Custom Points of Interest 62
Purchasing Accessories 62
Troubleshooting 63
Index 65
Getting Started

WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information.
1 Connect the device to vehicle power (page 1).
2 Mount the device (page 1).
3 Register the device (page 3).
4 Check for updates.
- Software updates (page 3).
- Free map update (page 3).
Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power

WARNING
This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent the possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by battery exposure to extreme heat, remove the device from the vehicle when exiting or store it out of direct sunlight.
Before you use your device on battery power, you should charge it.
1 Plug the vehicle power cable ① into the USB port on the device ②.
2 Snap the mount ③ onto the suction cup ④.
3 Press the suction cup to the windshield, and flip the lever ⑤ back toward the windshield.
4 Fit the bottom of your device into the mount.
5 Tilt your device back until it snaps into place.

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Diagram showing a satellite device with numbered components and directional arrows indicating rotation or movement.6 Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into a power outlet in your vehicle.
7 If necessary, connect the external antenna to the traffic receiver and secure it to the windshield using the suction cups.
About myDashboard
Use myDashboard to register your device, check for software and map updates, access product manuals and support, and more.
Setting Up myDashboard
1 Connect the USB cable ① to the USB port ② on the device.

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Black rectangular device with two labeled points (1 and 2) and a cable, showing no visible text or symbols.2 Connect the USB cable to the USB port on your computer.
3 Go to www.garmin.com/dashboard.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Registering the Device
1 Open myDashboard (page 2).
2 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Updating the Software
1 Open myDashboard (page 2).
2 Under Software Updates, click Update Now.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
nüMaps Guarantee™
If you register through myDashboard, your device could be eligible for one free map update within 90 days of first acquiring satellites while you drive. Go to www.garmin.com/numaps for details and terms and conditions.
Updating Maps
1 Open myDashboard (page 2).
2 Register the device (page 3).
3 Under Map Updates, click Update Now.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Turning Off the Device
You can power off the device completely.
1 Hold the Power key ① for 3 seconds.

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Black rectangular device with a blue circular icon labeled '1' on its screen (no readable text or symbols on the device itself)NOTE: If you hold the Power key for less than 3 seconds, the device enters sleep mode (page 4).
2 Select Off.
Resetting the Device
You can reset your device if it stops functioning.
Hold the Power key for 10 seconds.
About Sleep Mode
Use sleep mode to conserve battery power when your device is not in use. Sleep mode uses very little power, and a battery charge lasts for weeks when your device is in sleep mode.
Entering Sleep Mode
Press the Power key.
Exiting Sleep Mode
While the device is in sleep mode, Press the power key and double-tap 🔒.
Adjusting the Screen Brightness
1 Select Settings > Display > Brightness.
2 Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness.
Adjusting the Volume
1 Select Volume.
2 Select an option:
- Use the slider bar to adjust the volume.
- Select 📁 to mute the device.
- Select > Audio Mixer and use the slider bars to adjust the volume for navigation prompts, phone, and media.
About Automatic Volume
NOTE: Automatic volume is not available on all models.
Your device can increase or decrease the volume automatically based on the level of background noise.
Enabling Automatic Volume
1 Select Volume > Automatic Volume.
2 Select Enabled.
Status Bar Icons
The status bar is located at the top of the main menu. The status bar icons display information about features on the device. You can select some icons to change settings or view additional information.
![]() | GPS signal status. |
| [A0C3] | Bluetooth® technology status (appears when Bluetooth is enabled). See (page 31) |
![]() | Transportation mode indicator. |
![]() | Current time. |
![]() | Battery status. |
Satellite Signals
After the device is turned on, it begins acquiring satellite signals. The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite signals. When at least one of the bars is green, your device has acquired satellite signals.
For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS.
Viewing GPS Signal Status
Hold three seconds.
Transportation Modes
| Automobile mode | |
| Pedestrian mode |
Routing and navigation are calculated differently based on your transportation mode.
For example, in Automobile mode, the estimated time of arrival is calculated using the speed limit of the roads on the route. Pedestrian mode calculates time of arrival based on walking speed.
NOTE: Pedestrian routes do not include highways. If you have cityXplorer™ maps loaded on your device, pedestrian routes may include public transit (page 29).
Choosing a Transportation Mode
Select or

Battery Information
After the device is connected to power, it begins to charge.
in the status bar indicates the status of the internal battery. To increase the accuracy of the battery gauge, you should fully discharge the battery and then fully charge it. Do not unplug the device until it is fully charged.
Using the On-screen Buttons
- Select to return to the previous screen.
- Hold → to quickly return to the main menu.
- Select ↑ or ↓ to see more choices.
- Hold ↑ or ↓ to scroll faster.
- Select ≡ to see a menu of options for the current screen.
Using the On-screen Keyboard
See "Language and Keyboard Settings" to change the keyboard layout (page 56).
- Select a character on the keyboard to enter a letter or number.
- Select — to add a space.
- Select ✗ to delete an entry.
- Select to delete a character.
- Select 📋 to select the keyboard language mode.
- Select &1% to enter special characters, such as punctuation marks.
- Select ↑ to change character capitalization.
About Shortcuts
You can add shortcuts to the Where To? menu. A shortcut can point to a location, a category, or a search tool.
Adding a Shortcut Icon
The Where To? menu can contain up to 36 shortcut icons.
1 Select Where To? > Add Shortcut.
2 Select an item.
Removing a Shortcut
1 Select Where To > Remove Shortcut(s).
2 Select the shortcut to remove.
3 Select the shortcut again to confirm.
Finding Locations
The device offers many methods for finding locations.
- By category (page 9)
• Near another location (page 10) - By spelling the name (page 11)
- By address (page 11)
• Using the map (page 13)
• Using recently found locations (page 14)
• Using coordinates (page 12)
• Using photos (page 15)
• Using saved locations (page 16)
About Locations
The detailed maps loaded in your device contain locations, such as restaurants, hotels, and auto services. You can use the Categories function to browse for nearby businesses and attractions.
Finding a Location by Category
1 Select Where To?
2 Select a category, or select Categories.
3 If necessary, select a subcategory.
4 Select a location.
Searching Within a Category
To narrow your search results, you can search within some categories.
1 Select Where To?
2 Select a category, or select Categories.
3 If necessary, select a subcategory.
4 Select the search bar①.

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Enter Search Search point: @blue.ks Categories5 Enter all or part of the name.
6 Select
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.
1 Select Where To?.
2 Select the search bar.
3 Enter a search term.
Suggested search terms appear below the search bar as you type.
- To search for a type of business, enter a category name, such as "movie theaters" or "coffee shops."
• To search for a business by name, enter all or part of the name.
• To search for an address near you, enter the street number and street name.
- To search for an address in another city, enter the street number, street name, city, and state.
- To search for a city, enter the city and state.
- To search for coordinates, enter latitude and longitude coordinates.
4 Select an option:
- To search using a suggested search term, select the term.
- To search using the text you entered, select 🔒.
5 If necessary, select a location.
Changing the Search Area
By default, your device finds locations closest to your current location. You can find a location near another city or location.
1 Select Where To? > Searching Near.
2 Select an option.
3 If necessary, select a location.
Reporting a Closed or Missing Location
If your search results include an outdated or incorrect location, you can report the error to Garmin and remove the location from future searches.
1 Find a location (page 8).
2 Select a location from the list.
3 Select i
4 Select >Edit.
5 Select Report as Closed or Report as Missing.
This information is sent to Garmin when you connect your device to myGarmin™ using your computer.
Editing Location Information
You can change the address or phone number for a location that appears in the search results.
1 Find a location (page 8).
2 Select a location from the list.
3 Select i
4 Select >Edit.
5 Select Address or Phone Number, and enter the new information.
Rating a Point of Interest
You can assign a star rating to a point of interest.
1 Find a location (page 8).
2 Select ≥ . i
3 Select the stars to rate the point of interest.
The star rating updates on your device.
About Search Tools
Search tools allow you to search for cities, addresses, intersections, or coordinates. By default, the address search tool appears in the Where To? menu. To search for cities, intersections, and coordinates, you must add those search tools to the Where To? menu (page 8).
Finding an Address
NOTE: The order of the steps may change depending on the map data loaded on your device.
1 Select Where To? > Address.
2 Enter information as prompted by the on-screen instructions.
3 If necessary, select Searching Near, and enter a different city or postal code.
4 If necessary, select the address.
Finding a City
Before you can find a city, you must add the city search tool to the Where To? menu (page 8).
1 Select Where To? > Cities.
2 Select Enter Search.
3 Enter a city name, and select
4 Select a city.
Finding an Intersection
Before you can find an intersection, you must add a shortcut to the intersection search tool (page 8).
1 Select Where To? > Intersections.
2 Select a state or province.
NOTE: If necessary, select State or Country to change the country, state, or province.
3 Enter the first street name, and select Next.
4 If necessary, select the street.
5 Enter the second street name, and select Next.
6 If necessary, select the street.
7 If necessary, select the intersection.
Finding a Location Using Coordinates
You can find a location using latitude and longitude coordinates. This method can be helpful when geocaching.
1 Select Where To? > Categories > Coordinates.
2 If necessary, select >Format, select the correct coordinate format for the type of map you are using, and select Save.
3 Select the latitude coordinate.
4 Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.
5 Select the longitude coordinate.
6 Enter the new coordinate, and select Done.
7 Select View on Map.
Finding a Location by Browsing the Map
Before you can find places included in the map data, such as restaurants, hospitals, and fuel stations, you must enable the map layer for places along the road (page 25).
1 Select View Map.
2 Select the screen.
3 Drag and zoom the map to display the area to search.
Location markers appear on the map for places along the road.
4 If necessary, select Q and select a category icon to view only a specific category of places.
5 Select an option:
- Select a location marker.
- Select a point, such as a street, intersection, or address location.
6 If necessary, select the location description to view additional information.
Finding a Location Using Quick Search
After you have performed a search for a point of interest, certain categories may display a Quick Search list that displays the last four destinations you selected.
1 Select Where To?.
2 Select a category, or select Categories.
3 If applicable, select a destination from the Quick Search list.
4 If necessary, select the appropriate destination.
Saving a Home Location
You can set your home location for the location you return to most often.
1 Select Where To? > Set Home Location.
2 Select Enter My Address, Use My Current Location, or Recently Found.
The location is saved as "Home" in the Saved folder (page 16).
Going Home
Select Where To? > Go Home.
Editing Your Home Location Information
1 Select Where To? > Saved > Home.
2 Select Edit.
3 Enter your changes.
4 Select Done.
Finding Recently Found Places
Your device stores the last 50 locations you have found.
1 Select Where To? > Recent.
2 Select a location.
Clearing the List of Recently Found Places
Select Where To? > Recent > ≡ > Clear > Yes.
Finding Parking
You can find detailed parking information and pricing information.
1 Select Where To? > Categories > Parking.
2 Select an option.
3 Select a parking location.
Using Photo Navigation
You can upload pictures onto your device or memory card that include location information and create routes to the pictured locations.
1 Connect your device to your computer (page 51).
2 Go to http://connect.garmin.com/photos.
3 Follow the instructions on the Web site to select and load pictures.
4 Disconnect the device from the computer.
5 Turn on the device.
6 From the main menu, select Where To? > Saved > Photos.
A list of pictures with location information appears.
7 Select a picture.
Setting a Simulated Location
If you are indoors or not receiving satellite signals, you can use the GPS to set a simulated location.
1 Select Settings > Navigation.
2 Select GPS Simulator.
3 Select View Map.
4 Select an area on the map.
The address of the location appears at the bottom of the screen.
5 Select the address.
6 Select Set Location.
Saving Locations
You can save locations so you can quickly find them and create routes to them.
Saving a Location
1 Find a location (page 9).
2 Select a location from the list.
3 Select i
4 Select >Save.
5 If necessary, enter a name, and select Done.
Saving Your Current Location
1 From the map, select the vehicle icon.
2 Select Save.
3 Enter a name, and select Done.
4 Select OK.
Starting a Route to a Saved Location
1 Select Where To? > Saved.
2 If necessary, select a category, or select All Categories.
3 Select a location.
4 Select Go!.
Editing a Saved Location
1 Select Where To? > Saved.
2 If necessary, select a category.
3 Select a location.
4 Select i
5 Select >Edit.
6 Select an option:
- Select Name.
- Select Phone Number.
• To assign categories to the Favorite, select Categories. - To save a photo with the Favorite, select Assign Photo (page 42).
- To change the symbol used to mark the Favorite on a map, select Change Map Symbol.
7 Edit the information.
8 Select Done.
Assigning Categories to a Saved Location
You can add custom categories to organize your saved locations.
NOTE: Categories appear in the saved locations menu after you have saved more than 12 locations.
1 Select Where To? > Saved.
2 Select a location.
3 Select i
4 Select ▶ Edit > Categories.
5 Enter one or more category names, separated by commas.
Suggested categories appear below the text bar as you type. You can select a suggested word to use the suggestion.
6 Select Done.
Deleting a Saved Location
NOTE: Deleted locations cannot be recovered.
1 Select Where To? > Saved.
2 Select ▷ Delete Saved Places.
3 Select the box next to the saved locations to delete, and select Delete.
Voice Command
About Voice Commands
NOTE: Voice Command is not available on all models, or for all languages and regions.
Voice Command allows you to use your device by saying words and commands. The Voice Command menu provides voice prompts and a list of available commands.
Setting your Wakeup Phrase
The wakeup phrase is a word or phrase you can say to activate Voice Command. The default wakeup phrase is Voice Command.
TIP: You can reduce the chance of accidental Voice Command activation by using a strong wakeup phrase.
1 Select Apps > Voice Command > Customize Phrase.
2 Enter a new wakeup phrase.
The device indicates the strength of the wakeup phrase as you enter the phrase.
3 Select Done.
Activating Voice Command
Say your wakeup phrase.
The Voice Command menu appears.
Voice Command Tips
- Speak in a normal voice directed at the device.
- Reduce background noise, such as voices or the radio, to increase the accuracy of the voice recognition.
- Speak commands as they appear on the screen.
- Respond to voice prompts from the device as needed.
- Increase the length of your wakeup phrase to reduce the chance of accidental Voice Command activation.
Starting a Route Using Voice Command
You can say the names of popular, well-known locations.
1 Say your wakeup phrase.
2 Say Find Place.

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Voice Command Speak a Place HNT You can say "Subway" or "Starbucks" Back Exit3 Listen for the voice prompt, and speak the name of the location.
A list of locations appears.

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Voice Command Navigate Call Back Exit Starbucks 15070 5 Mar-Lon Rd4 Say the line number.

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Voice Command Navigate Call Back Exit Starbucks 15870 S Mar-Lem Rd5 Say Navigate.
Finding an Address
1 Say Voice Command.
2 Say Find Address.
3 Speak the entire address.
Muting Instructions
You can disable the voice prompts for Voice Command without muting the device.
1 Select Apps > Voice Command >
2 Select Mute Instructions > Enabled.
Disabling Voice Command
You can disable Voice Command, which prevents you from accidentally activating Voice Command while speaking.
1 Select Apps > Voice Command >
2 Select Voice Command > Disabled.
Navigation
Starting a Route
1 Search for a location (page 8).
2 Select a location.
3 Select Go!.
4 If necessary, select an option.
- Select Drive.
- Select Walk.
- Select Public Transit to calculate a route that combines public transit and walking.
NOTE: You must have cityXplorer™ maps loaded to navigate using public transit (page 29).
5 If necessary, select a route.
Starting a Route to a Saved Location
1 Select Where To? > Saved.
2 If necessary, select a category, or select All Categories.
3 Select a location.
4 Select Go!.
Using Multiple Route Preview
1 Search for a location.
2 Select a location.
3 Select Routes and, if necessary, select Drive (page 9).
A map appears with Faster Time, Shorter Distance, and Less Fuel routes highlighted.
4 Use the on-screen buttons to select a route
5 Select Go!.
Following an Automobile Route
The route is marked with a magenta line. A checkered flag marks your destination.
As you travel, the device guides you to the destination with voice prompts, arrows on the map, and directions at the top of the map. If you depart from the original route, the device recalculates the route and provides new directions.

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0.4" I-90 W/I-94 W Arrival 11:05A Speed 30% UNIT 30Using the Automobile Navigation Map
While navigating in Automobile mode, you can select map features.
1 Select the map.
Map icons appear.
2 Select an option:
- To view different parts of the map, drag the screen.
• To zoom in and out, select + or -
• To rotate the map view, select
- To switch from North Up to 3D view, select Ⓐ.
• To add or remove map layers, select

Adding a Point to a Route
Before you can add a stop to a route, you must be navigating a route in Automobile mode.
1 While navigating a route, select return to the main menu.
2 Select Where To?.
3 Search for the location (page 9).
4 Select Go!.
5 Select Add to Active Route.
Taking a Detour
While navigating an automobile route, you can use detours to avoid obstacles ahead of you, such as construction zones.
NOTE: If the route you are currently navigating is the only reasonable option, your device might not calculate a detour.
From the map, select □ > Detour.
Stopping the Route
From the map, select ≫.

About Exit Services
While you navigate a route, you can find gas, food, lodging, and restrooms near upcoming exits.
Services are listed under tabs by category.
Navigating to an Exit
1 From the map, select ▷ Exit Services.
2 Use and to select an exit.
3 Select Go!.
Finding Exit Services
1 From the map, select ▷ Exit Services.
2 Use and to select an upcoming exit.
3 Select an exit service tab.
• To view nearby gas stations, select

• To view nearby restaurants, select
• To view nearby lodging, select
• To view nearby restrooms, select
4 Select a point of interest.
Avoiding Road Features
1 Select Settings > Navigation > Avoidances.
2 Select the road features to avoid on your routes, and select Save.
Avoiding Transit Types
NOTE: Transit types are available when cityXplorer maps are loaded (page 29).
1 Select Settings > Navigation > Public Transit.
2 Select the transit type to avoid on your routes.
3 Select Save.
Navigating Off Road
If you are not following roadways as you navigate, you can use Off Road mode.
1 Select Settings > Navigation.
2 Select Calculation Mode > Off Road > Save.
The route will be calculated as a straight line to the location.
Map Pages
Customizing the Map
Customizing the Map Layers
You can customize which data appear on the map, such as icons for points of interest and road conditions.
1 From the map, select
2 Select Map Layers.
3 Select which layers you want to include on the map, and select Save.
Viewing the Trip Log
Your device keeps a trip log, which is a record of the path you have traveled.
1 Select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Map Layers.
2 Select the Trip Log check box.
Changing the Map Data Field
1 From the map, select the data field in the lower left-hand corner.
2 Select a type of data to display.
3 Select Save.
Changing the Map Perspective
1 Select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Driving Map View.
2 Select an option:
- Select Track Up to display the map in two dimensions (2-D), with your direction of travel at the top.
- Select North Up to display the map in 2-D with North at the top.
- Select 3-D to display the map in three dimensions.
Changing the Tools on the Map
Map tools appear as buttons on the map, which provide quick access to device functions. For example, you can add a button to take a detour, adjust the brightness, or view exit services. You can select up to three tools to display on the map.
1 From the main menu, select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Map Buttons.
2 Select an option:
• To add a tool, select tool.

• To remove a tool, select the tool, and select Remove.
- To reset to the default tools, select Reset to Defaults.
3 Select Save.
Changing the Map Dashboard
1 Select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Dashboards.
2 Use the arrows to select a dashboard.
3 Select Save.
Viewing Turns
Viewing a List of Turns
When you are navigating a route, you can view all of the turns and maneuvers for your entire route and the distance between turns.
1 Select the text bar on the top of the map.

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Turn right on E 1529E SE Turn right onto I-35 NWS-169 N/US-50 E towards Kansas City Take Exit 222A on right to I-435 E 6.6mi Keep left onto I-435 E 4.2mi Take Exit 71A on right to I-470 E/US-50 E/ US-71 S towards Lee's Summit/Grandview 7.2mi2 Select a turn.
The details for the turn appear. If available, an image of the junction appears for junctions on major roadways.
Viewing the Entire Route on the Map
1 While navigating an automobile route, select the navigation bar at the top of the map.
2 Select >Map.
Viewing the Next Turn
While navigating an automobile route, a preview of the next turn, lane change, or other maneuver appears in the upper-left corner of the map. The preview includes the distance to the turn or maneuver and the lane in which you should be traveling, if available.
From the map, select 📄 to view the next turn on the map.

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Keep left onto 1- 435 N towards Des Moines 16:53 18TViewing Junctions
While navigating an automobile route, you can view the junctions on major roadways. When you approach a junction in a route, the image of that junction appears briefly, if available.
From the map, select 2.27 to view the junction, if available.

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Take Exit 222A on right to I-435 E 9:34 7.3"↑Viewing Traffic Alerts
While you navigate an automobile route, a traffic alert may appear in the navigation bar.
Select the alert to view more information.
Viewing Trip Information
The trip information page displays your present speed and provides statistics about your trip.
TIP: If you make frequent stops, leave the device turned on so it can accurately measure elapsed time during the trip.
From the map, select ≡ > Trip Computer.

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SW 40m Trip A 001959dT Trip B 001959dT Arrive In 42:10 Arrive In 36m Turn In 30:03 Turn In 30m Max. Speed 77m Moving Avg. 141mResetting Trip Information
1 From the map, select Speed >
2 Select an option:
- When not navigating a route, select Reset All to reset every data field, except the speedometer, on the page.
- Select Reset Trip Data to reset the information on the trip computer.
- Select Reset Max. Speed to reset the maximum speed.
- Select Reset Trip B to reset the odometer.
Pedestrian Routes
Following a Pedestrian Route
In Pedestrian mode, your route is displayed on a two-dimensional map.

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Take bus 20 towards Madison & Austin-Wb 3 4 9:26A- Select to switch between sections of the route.
- Select ② to view the route itinerary.
- Select ③ to center the map on your current location.
- Select ④ to zoom in and zoom out.
About the Pedestrian Position Icon
When you are navigating in Pedestrian mode, 📄 indicates your approximate position and your direction of travel on the map.
The circle around 📄 indicates the accuracy of your position on the map. A smaller circle means the displayed position is more accurate.
Public Transit Options
If you have cityXplorer maps installed, the device calculates a route that uses a combination of public transit options, such as riding a bus or subway, and walking.
NOTE: cityXplorer maps are not included with the device. See http://my.garmin.com to purchase cityXplorer maps.
The yellow icons indicate the navigation method used in each section of the route. For example, when you see 🔒, board a bus at that point in the route.
The black dots on the map are public transit stops along your route.
NOTE: You can change the types of public transit and limit the distance spent walking during a pedestrian route (page 53).
Enabling Transit Types
NOTE: Transit types are available when cityXplorer maps are loaded (page 29).
1 Select Settings > Navigation > Public Transit.
2 Select the transit type to include in your routes, and select Save.
Viewing Current Location Information
Use the Where Am I? page to view information about your current location. This feature is helpful if you need to tell emergency personnel your location.
From the map, select ≡ > Where Am I?
Finding Nearby Services
1 From the map, select ➞ Where Am I?.
2 Select Hospitals, Police Stations, or Fuel to view the nearest locations in that category.
Hands-Free Phone Calls
About Hands-Free Calling
Using Bluetooth® wireless technology, your device can connect to your mobile phone to become a hands-free device. To determine whether your mobile phone with Bluetooth technology is compatible with your device, go to www.garmin.com/bluetooth.
Your phone may not support all of the hands-free phone features your device provides.
Enabling Bluetooth Wireless Technology
1 Select Settings > Bluetooth.
2 Select Bluetooth.
Pairing Your Phone
Before you can use hands-free calling, you must pair your device with a compatible mobile phone. Pairing your phone with your device allows your phone and device to recognize each other and connect quickly.
1 Place your phone and your device within 33 ft. (10 m) of each other.
2 On your device, enable Bluetooth wireless technology (page 31).
3 Select an option:
- Select Add Phone.
- If you have already paired a different phone, select Phone > +.
4 On your phone, enable Bluetooth wireless technology.
5 On your device, select OK.
A list of nearby Bluetooth devices appears.
6 Select your phone from the list, and select OK.
7 If necessary, on your phone, confirm that the device is allowed to connect.
8 If necessary, enter the device Bluetooth PIN (1234) into your phone.
Disconnecting Your Phone
1 Select Settings > Bluetooth.
2 Select Phone > None > Save.
Your phone is disconnected from your device but remains paired with your device.
Tips After Pairing the Devices
• After the initial pairing, the two devices can connect automatically each time you turn them on.
- When your phone is connected to your device, you can make phone calls.
- When you turn on the device, it tries to connect to the last phone to which it was connected.
- You might have to set your mobile phone to connect to the device automatically when it is turned on.
Receiving a Call
When you receive a call, select an option:
- Select Answer.
- Select Ignore to ignore the call.
Placing a Call
Dialing a Number
1 Select Phone > Dial.
2 Enter the number.
3 Select Dial.
Calling a Contact in Your in your Phone Book
Your phone book is loaded from your phone to the device each time your phone and the device connect. It may take a few minutes for the phone book to be available. Some phones do not support this feature.
1 Select Phone > Phone Book.
2 Select a contact.
3 Select Call.
Calling a Point of Interest
1 Select Phone > Browse Categories.
2 Select a point of interest (page 9).
3 Select Call.
Using the Call History
Your call history is loaded from your phone to the device each time your phone and the device connect. It may take a few minutes for the call history to be available. Some phones do not support this feature.
1 Select Phone > Call History.
2 Select a category.
A list of calls appears, with the most recent calls at the top.
3 Select a call.
Using In-Call Options
1 While on a call, select

2 Select an option:
- To transfer audio to your phone, select Handset.
TIP: You can use this feature if you want to turn off your device and remain on the call, or if you need privacy.
• To display a keypad, select Keypad.
TIP: You can use this feature to use automated systems, such as voice mail. - To mute the microphone, select Mute.
• To hang up, select End Call.
Saving a Home Phone Number
TIP: After you save a home number, you can edit the home number by editing "Home" in Saved (page 16).
Select Phone > ≡ > Set Home Number, enter your phone number, and select Done.
Calling Home
Before you can call home using the Call Home button, you must enter a phone number for your home location.
Select Phone > Call Home.
Using the Apps
Using Help
Select Apps > Help to view information about using the device.
Searching Help Topics
Select Apps > Help >
About ecoRoute
The ecoRoute™ feature calculates the fuel economy and the fuel price of navigating to a destination, and offers tools for improving fuel efficiency.
The data provided by the ecoRoute feature is an estimate only. The data is not actually read from the vehicle, unless you are using the ecoRoute HD accessory. To receive more-accurate fuel reports for your specific vehicle and driving habits, calibrate the fuel economy (page 36).
ecoRoute HD Accessory
When connected to the ecoRoute HD accessory, your device can receive real-time vehicle information, such as error messages, RPM, and battery voltage. Your device includes data read from the vehicle by the ecoRoute HD accessory when calculating ecoRoute data.
Go to www.garmin.com/ecoroute for compatibility and purchasing information.
Setting up the Vehicle Profile
The first time you use the ecoRoute features, you must enter vehicle information.
1 Select Apps > ecoRoute™.
2 Enter fuel and mileage information.
Changing the Fuel Price
1 Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > At the Pump.
2 Enter the current price of fuel, and select Next.
3 Select Yes.
Calibrating the Fuel Economy
You can calibrate the fuel economy to receive more-accurate fuel reports for your specific vehicle and driving habits. You should calibrate when you fill up your fuel tank.
1 Select Apps > ecoRoute ^™ > At the Pump.
2 Enter the current fuel price.
3 Enter the amount of fuel the vehicle has used since the last time the fuel tank was filled.
4 Enter the distance you have travelled since the last time the fuel tank was filled.
5 Select Next.
The device calculates the average vehicle fuel economy.
6 Select Save.
About the ecoChallenge
ecoChallenge helps you maximize the vehicle fuel economy by scoring your driving habits. The higher your ecoChallenge scores, the more fuel you have saved. The ecoChallenge collects data and calculates a score whenever your device is moving and in Automobile mode.
Viewing ecoChallenge Scores
• View your current score in the ecoChallenge icon on the map.
- Select 0 to view detailed scores.
About the ecoChallenge Score
- Current—displays the score for your current driving activity.
- Overall—displays an average of the speed, acceleration, and braking score.
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Speed—displays your score for driving your vehicle at the optimal speed for conserving fuel (45–60 mph for most vehicles).
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Acceleration—displays your score for smooth and gradual acceleration. You lose points for rapid acceleration.
- Braking—displays your score for smooth and gradual braking. You lose points for hard braking.
Removing the ecoChallenge Score From the Map
Select 0 > > Settings > Hide > Save.
Resetting the ecoChallenge Scores
1 Select Apps > ecoRoute > Vehicle Profile.
2 Select Reset.
Viewing Fuel Economy Information
You can view your fuel consumption, your total fuel cost, and your average fuel economy.
1 Select Apps > ecoRoute > Fuel Economy.
2 Select a section of the graph to zoom in.
Mileage Reports
Mileage reports provide the distance, the time, the average fuel economy, and the fuel cost of navigating to a destination.
A mileage report is created for every route that you drive. If you stop a route on the device, a mileage report is created for the distance you traveled.
Viewing a Mileage Report
You can view saved mileage reports on the device.
TIP: You can access mileage reports in the Reports folder on the device drive or volume (page 51).
1 Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > Mileage Report.
2 Select a report.
Resetting ecoRoute Information
1 Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > Vehicle Profile.
2 Select >Reset.
About Audiobooks
The device can play audiobooks from Audible.com. This feature requires a subscription to Audible.com. Go to www.audible.com/garmin to activate a free 30-day trial subscription.
Loading Audiobooks onto Your Device
Before you can load audiobooks onto your device, you must subscribe to Audible.com.
Go to www.audible.com/garmin for more information.
1 Connect your device to your computer (page 2).
2 On your computer, log in your Audible.com account.
3 Follow the instructions from Audible.com.
Playing an Audiobook
1 Select Apps > Audible.
2 Select Browse.
3 Select an option:
- Select Titles.
- Select Authors.
- Select Narrators.
4 Select a book.
5 Select an option to control playback.
• To add a bookmark, select

• To pause playback, select

• To resume playback, select

- To move quickly forward or backward in the book, use the slider bar at the top of the page.
• To go to the next chapter, select

• To go to the previous chapter, select

• To fast forward, hold ▶▶.
- To rewind, hold
Adding a Bookmark
When you play an audiobook, the player automatically resumes the audiobook from the point where you last stopped. You can add a bookmark to mark a certain spot in the audiobook.
While playing an audiobook, select 📄 > Add Bookmark.
Resuming Playback from a Bookmark
1 While playing an audiobook, select .
2 Select a bookmark.
Renaming a Bookmark
By default, the device names a bookmark using the time stamp of the bookmark. You can rename a bookmark.
1 While playing an audiobook, select >Rename Bookmarks.
2 Select a bookmark.
3 Enter a name, and select Done.
Deleting a Bookmark
1 While playing an audiobook, select > Delete Bookmarks.
2 Select a bookmark.
Planning a Trip
You can use the trip planner to create and save a trip with multiple destinations.
1 Select Apps > Trip Planner.
2 Select +
3 Select Select Start Location.
4 Search for a location (page 9).
5 Select Select.
6 To add additional locations, select +
7 Select Next.
8 Enter a name, and select Done.
Editing a Trip Itinerary
1 Select Apps > Trip Planner.
2 Select a saved trip.

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- Select ① to change the arrival or departure time.
- Select ① > Duration to record how long you will stay at a location.
- Select ② to change the transportation mode or route preference for that portion of the trip.
- Select Map to view the trip on the map.
Navigating to a Saved Trip
1 Select Apps > Trip Planner.
2 Select a saved trip.
3 Select Go!.
4 If prompted, select a route (page 21).
Editing a Saved Trip
1 Select Apps > Trip Planner.
2 Select a saved trip.
3 Select
4 Select an option:
- Select Rename Trip.
- Select Edit Destinations to add and delete locations, or to change the order of locations.
- Select Delete Trip.
- Select Optimize Order to arrange the stops on your trip in the most-efficient order.
Viewing Pictures
View pictures that you have stored in the device or on a memory card. See (page 50) for more information about loading pictures on the device.
1 Select Apps > Picture Viewer.
2 Use the arrows to scroll through the images.
3 Select a picture.
Viewing a Slideshow
1 Select Apps > Picture Viewer.
2 Select ▶
While a slideshow is playing, you can select the screen to stop the slideshow.
Setting a Picture as Wallpaper
1 Select Apps > Picture Viewer.
2 Select a picture.
3 Select >Set as Wallpaper.
4 Use the on-screen buttons to adjust the wallpaper.
5 Select Save.
Deleting Pictures
1 Select Apps > Picture Viewer.
2 Select a picture.
3 Select > Delete > Yes.
Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations
Before you can use this feature, you must enable the travel history feature (page 57).
Your can view your previous routes and places you have stopped on the map.
Select Apps > Where I've Been.
Using the World Clock
1 Select Apps > World Clock.
2 If necessary, select a city, enter a city name, and select Done.
Viewing the World Map
Select Apps > World Clock >
Nighttime hours appear in the shaded area of the map.
Finding Your Last Parking Spot
When you remove your device from the vehicle mount while the device is on, your current location is saved as a parking spot.
Select Apps > Last Spot.
Using the Calculator
Select Apps > Calculator.
Converting Units
1 Select Apps > Unit Converter.
2 If necessary, select the button next to Convert, select a measurement category, and select Save.
3 If necessary, select a unit button, select a unit of measurement, and select Save.
4 Select the field below the unit you want to convert.
5 Enter the number, and select Done.
Setting Currency Conversion Rates Manually
You can update the currency conversion rates manually so that you are always using the most-current rates.
1 Select Apps > Unit Converter.
2 Select the button next to Convert.
3 Select Currency, then select Save.
4 If necessary, select a currency button, select a different currency, and select Save.
5 Select the button at the bottom of the screen that displays the currency conversion rate.
6 Select the box next to a currency.
7 Enter a value, and select Done.
8 Select OK.
About Offers
If your device package includes a traffic receiver, you will receive location-relevant offers and coupons. Ad-based traffic information is only available in North America.
NOTE: The traffic receiver must be connected to external power and you must be in a coverage area to receive ad-based traffic information.
See our privacy statement at www.garmin.com/privacy/ to view our privacy information.
Viewing Offers
CAUTION
Do not attempt to write down the coupon codes while driving.
1 Select an offer that appears on the screen to search for the nearest location related to that offer.
2 If available, select to view a coupon code.
3 Write down this code and present it when you arrive at the location.
Viewing an Offer List
Select Apps > Offers to view a list of the offers you have received.
Disabling Traffic and Offers
To disable offers, you must disable traffic.
1 Select Settings > Traffic.
2 Select the Live Traffic check box.
Using the Language Guide
Use the Language Guide to look up and translate words or phrases.
Select Apps > Language Guide.
Selecting Languages in a Language Guide
You can select the languages you want to translate when translating words and phrases.
1 Select Apps > Language Guide > Words and Phrases.
2 Select >Language.
3 Select From, select the language to translate from, and select Save.
4 Select To, select the language to translate to, and select Save.
Translating Words and Phrases
1 Select Apps > Language Guide > Words and Phrases.
2 Select a category and subcategories.
3 If necessary, select Center a keyword, and select Done.
4 Select a word or a phrase.
5 Select to listen to the translation.
Using the Bilingual Dictionary
1 Select Apps > Language Guide > Bilingual Dictionaries.
2 Select a dictionary.
3 If necessary, select , enter a word, and select Done.
4 Select a word.
5 Select to listen to the translation.
Traffic
NOTICE
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the traffic information.
Traffic information may not be available in all areas or countries.
A traffic receiver is included in some packages, and is an optional accessory for all models. It is built into the vehicle power cable. The powered traffic receiver and the device must be in data range of a station transmitting traffic data to receive traffic information. You do not need to activate the subscription included with your traffic receiver.
For information about traffic receivers and coverage areas, go to www.garmin.com/traffic.
Disabling Live Traffic
1 Select Settings.
2 Clear the Live Traffic check box.
The device no longer receives live traffic data, but automobile routes still avoid potentially congested areas using trafficTrends, if enabled (page 56).
Traffic Data
When the receiver is within a traffic coverage area, your device will begin displaying traffic information.
The traffic receiver and the device may need to be in data range of an FM station transmitting traffic information.
1 Connect the traffic receiver to an external power source.
2 Connect the traffic receiver to the device.
NOTE: Heated (metallized) windshields could degrade the performance of the traffic receiver.
Traffic Receiver

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| 2 | External antenna connector |
| 3 | Internal antenna |
| 4 | Power LED |
| 5 | Vehicle power adapter |
About the Traffic Icon
When you are receiving traffic information, a traffic icon appears on the map. The traffic icon changes color to indicate the severity of traffic conditions.
| Color Severity Meaning | ||
| Green Low Traffic is flowing freely. | ||
| Yellow Medium Traffic is moving but there is a delay. There is moderate traffic congestion. | ||
| Red High Traffic is not moving or moving slowly. There is a severe delay. |
Traffic on Your Route
When calculating your route, the device examines the current traffic and automatically optimizes the route for the shortest time. If a severe traffic delay occurs on your route while you are navigating, your device automatically recalculates the route.
The traffic icon 📋 changes color to indicate the severity of traffic conditions on your route or on the road you are currently traveling.
Your device may route you through a traffic delay if a better alternative route does not exist. The delay time is added into your estimated time of arrival automatically.
Viewing Traffic on Your Route
1 While navigating a route, select
2 Select Traffic on Route.
A list of traffic events appears, organized by their location on the route.
3 Select an event.
Manually Avoiding Traffic on Your Route
1 From the map, select
2 Select Traffic On Route.
3 If necessary, use the arrows to view other traffic delays on your route.
4 Select >Avoid.
Taking an Alternate Route
1 While navigating an automobile route, select
2 Select Alternate Route.
3 Select a route.
Viewing Traffic on the Map
The traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow and delays on nearby roads.
1 From the map, select
2 Select Traffic Conditions.
Traffic in Your Area
Searching for Traffic Delays
1 From the map page, select
2 Select Traffic Conditions >
3 Select an item in the list.
4 If there is more than one delay, use the arrows to view additional delays.
Viewing a Traffic Incident on the Map
1 From the map, select
2 Select Traffic Conditions.
3 Select a traffic icon.
Understanding Traffic Data
The traffic legend explains the icons and colors used on the traffic map.
1 From the map, select
2 Select Traffic Legend.

Traffic Subscriptions
Subscription Activation
You do not need to activate the subscription included with your FM traffic receiver. The subscription activates automatically after your device acquires satellite signals while receiving traffic signals from the pay service provider.
Lifetime Subscriptions
Some models include subscriptions to lifetime features.
- LT—This model includes a lifetime traffic subscription and a traffic receiver.
- LMT—This model includes a nüMaps Lifetime™ subscription, lifetime traffic subscription (page 61), and a traffic receiver.
Adding a Subscription
You can purchase traffic subscriptions for other regions or countries.
1 From the main menu, select Settings > Traffic.
2 Select an option:
- For non-North American units, select Subscriptions > +.
- For North American units, select +.
3 Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID.
4 Go to www.garmin.com/fmtraffic to purchase a subscription and get a 25-character code.
The traffic subscription code cannot be reused. You must obtain a new code each time you renew your service. If you own multiple FM traffic receivers, you must obtain a new code for each receiver.
5 Select Next on the device.
6 Enter the code.
7 Select Done.
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.
File Types
The device supports the following file types:
• JPEG and JPG image files (page 42)
- Maps and GPX waypoint files from MapSource® (page 62)
• GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI Loader (page 62)
About Memory Cards
You can purchase memory cards from an electronics supplier, or purchase pre-loaded
Garmin mapping software. In addition to map and data storage, the memory card can be used to store files such as maps, images, geocaches, routes, waypoints, and custom POIs.
Installing a Memory Card
The device supports microSD ^™ and microSDHC memory or data cards.
1 Insert a memory card into the slot on the device.
2 Press it in until it clicks.
Transferring Files from Your Computer
1 Connect the device to your computer (page 2). Your device and memory card appear as removable drives in My Computer in Windows and as mounted volumes on Mac computers.
NOTE: Some computers with multiple network drives cannot display nüvi drives. See your operating system help file to learn how to map the drives.
2 On your computer, open the file browser.
3 Select the file.
4 Select Edit > Copy.
5 Open the Garmin or memory card drive or volume.
6 Select Edit > Paste.
The file appears in the list of files in the device memory or on the memory card.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
1 Complete an action:
- For Windows computers, double-click the eject icon 📁 in your system tray.
- For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the Trash 📄.
2 Disconnect the cable from your computer.
Deleting Files
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.
1 Open the Garmin drive or volume.
2 If necessary, open a folder or volume.
3 Select a file.
4 Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
Customizing the Device
1 Select Settings.
2 Select a setting category.
3 Select the setting to change it.
Map and Vehicle Settings
Select Settings > Map and Vehicle.
- Vehicle—changes the icon to represent your position on the map. Go to www.garmingarage.com for more icons.
- Driving Map View—sets the perspective on the map.
- Pedestrian Map View—sets the perspective on the map.
- Map Detail—sets the level of detail on the map. More detail may cause the map to draw slower.
- Map Theme—changes the color of the map data.
- Map Buttons—sets which buttons are included on the map. You can include up to three buttons on the map.
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Map Layers—sets the data that appears on the map (page 25).
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Dashboards—sets the map dashboard layout.
- myMaps
Enabling Maps
TIP: To purchase additional map products, go to www.garmin.com/maps.
1 Select Settings > Map and Vehicle > myMaps.
2 Select a map.
Navigation Settings
Select Settings > Navigation.
- Calculation Mode—sets route preference.
- Avoidances—sets road features to avoid on a route.
- Custom Avoidances—allows you to avoid specific roads or areas.
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Advanced Detours—sets the length of a detour.
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Limit Walking—controls the maximum walking distance included in a pedestrian route.
- Public Transit—enables or disables transit types.
- Safe Mode—disables all functions that require significant operator attention and could become a distraction while driving.
- GPS Simulator—stops the device from receiving a GPS signal, and saves battery power.
Route Preferences
Select Settings > Navigation > Calculation Mode.
The route calculation is based on road speeds and vehicle acceleration data for a given route.
- Faster Time—calculates routes that are faster to drive but can be longer in distance.
- Shorter Distance—calculates routes that are shorter in distance but can take more time to drive.
- Less Fuel—calculates routes that could use less fuel than other routes.
- Off Road—calculates a direct line from your location to your destination.
Display Settings
Select Settings > Display.
- Orientation—changes to landscape or portrait mode.
- Color Mode—sets a light background (Day), a dark background (Night), or automatically switches between the two based on the sunrise time and the sunset time for your current location (Auto).
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Brightness—changes the brightness of the screen. Decreasing the brightness can save battery power.
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Display Timeout—sets the amount of idle time before your device enters sleep mode.
- Screenshot—allows you to take a picture of the device screen. Screenshots are saved in the screenshot folder of the device storage.
Capturing Screenshots
1 Select Settings > Display > Screenshot > Enabled.
2 Select to take a screenshot.
The picture bitmap file is saved in the screenshots folder on the device drive (page 51).
Bluetooth Settings
Select Settings > Bluetooth.
- Bluetooth—enables the Bluetooth component.
- Add Phone or Phone—manages connections between your device and mobile phones with Bluetooth wireless technology.
- Friendly Name—allows you to enter a friendly name that identifies your nüvi on devices with Bluetooth technology.
Managing the Bluetooth Device List
You can add, disconnect, or delete phones that your device detects while Bluetooth is enabled.
1 Select Settings > Bluetooth > Phone.
2 Select an option:
- Select a phone for your device to connect with.
- Select + to add a phone to the menu.
- Select ✗ to delete a phone from the device memory.
- Select None to drop your current connection.
Disabling Bluetooth
1 Select Settings > Bluetooth.
2 Select Bluetooth.
Traffic Settings
Select Settings > Traffic.
- Traffic—enables traffic and offers.
- Subscriptions—lists current traffic subscriptions.
- trafficTrends ^TM
Purchasing Traffic Subscriptions
You can purchase additional subscriptions or a renewal if your subscription expires. Go to www.garmin.com/fmtraffic.
Viewing Traffic Subscriptions
Select Settings > Traffic > Subscriptions.
trafficTrends
When the trafficTrends feature is enabled, your device records historic traffic data and uses that data to calculate more-efficient routes. This information is sent to Garmin when your device when you connect your device to myGarmin™ using your computer.
NOTE: Different routes may be calculated based on traffic trends for the day of the week or the time of day.
Disabling trafficTrends
To prevent your device from recording or sharing traffic data, you must disable trafficTrends.
Select Settings > Traffic > trafficTrends.
Units and Time Settings
Select Settings > Units and Time.
- Current Time—sets the device time.
- Units—sets the unit of measure used for distances.
- Time Format—allows you to select a 12-hour, 24-hour, or UTC display time.
Language and Keyboard Settings
Select Settings > Language.
• Voice Language—sets the language for voice prompts.
- Text Language—sets all on-screen text to the selected language.
NOTE: Changing the text language does not change the language of user-entered data or map data, such as street names.
- Keyboard Language—sets the language for your keyboard.
- Keyboard Layout—sets the keyboard layout.
Proximity Alerts Settings
Select Settings > Proximity Alerts.
• Audio—sets the tone of an alert.
- Alerts—alerts you when you approach custom safety cameras.
Device Settings
Select Settings > Device.
- About—displays the software version number, the unit ID number, and information about other software features. - EULAs—displays the end-user license agreements that apply to your choice.
NOTE: You need this information when you update the system software or purchase additional map data (page 62).
- Keep Travel History—allows the device to record information for the, Where I’ve Been (page 42), and Trip Log (page 25) features.
- Clear Travel History
Restoring Settings
You can restore a category of settings or all settings to the factory defaults.
1 Select Settings.
2 If necessary, select a settings category.
3 Select >Restore.
Appendix
Power Cables
Your device can be powered three ways.
- Vehicle power cable
- USB cable
• AC adapter (optional accessory)
Caring for Your Device
NOTICE
Avoid dropping your device and operating it in high-shock and high-vibration environments.
Do not expose the device to water.
Contact with water can cause this device to malfunction.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage.
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or damage may result.
Cleaning the Outer Casing
NOTICE
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic components.
1 Clean the outer casing of the device (not the touchscreen) using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.
2 Wipe the device dry.
Cleaning the Touchscreen
1 Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.
2 If necessary, use water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass lens cleaner.
3 Apply the liquid to the cloth.
4 Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.
Avoiding Theft
- Remove the device and mount from sight when not in use.
- Remove the residue left on the windshield by the suction cup.
- Do not keep your unit in the glove compartment.
- Register your device at http://my.garmin.com.
Erasing User Data
NOTE: Any items that you have saved are erased.
1 Turn the device on.
2 Hold your finger on the lower-right corner of the device screen.
3 Keep your finger pressed until the pop-up window appears.
4 Select Yes to clear all user data.
All original settings are restored.
Extending the Battery Life
- Keep your device away from extreme temperatures.
- Put the device in sleep mode (page 4).
- Decrease the screen brightness (page 4).
- Do not leave your device in direct sunlight.
• Decrease the volume (page 4). - Disable offers and traffic (page 44).
- Disable Bluetooth (page 55).
- Shorten the display timeout time (page 54).
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable
NOTICE
When replacing the fuse, do not lose any of the small pieces and make sure they are put back in the proper position. The vehicle power cable does not work unless it is assembled correctly.
If your device does not charge in your vehicle, you may need to replace the fuse located at the tip of the vehicle adapter.
1 Unscrew the end piece ①.
TIP: You may need to use a coin to remove the end piece.
2 Remove the end piece, the silver tip
②, and the fuse (glass and silver cylinder) ③.
3 Install a 1 A or 2 A fast-blow fuse.



NOTE: The required fuse for your cable is listed after "output" on the back of the vehicle power adapter.
4 Place the silver tip in the end piece.
5 Screw the end piece back into the vehicle power cable.
Mounting on Your Dashboard
NOTICE
The permanent mounting adhesive is extremely difficult to remove after it is installed.
Use the enclosed mounting disk to mount your device to the dashboard and comply with certain state regulations.
1 Clean and dry the dashboard where you are placing the disk.
2 Remove the backing from the adhesive on the bottom of the disk.
3 Place the disk on the dashboard.
4 Remove the clear plastic cover from the top of the disk.
5 Place the suction cup mount on top of the disk.
6 Flip the lever down (toward the disk).
Removing the Device, Cradle, and Mount
Removing the Device from the Cradle
1 Press up on the tab on the top of the cradle.
2 Tilt the device forward.
Removing the Cradle from the Mount
1 Turn the cradle to the right or left.
2 Apply pressure until the socket on the cradle releases the ball on the mount.
Removing the Suction Cup Mount from the Windshield
1 Flip the lever on the suction cup mount toward you.
2 Pull the tab on the suction cup toward you.
Updating Maps
You can update the maps on your device. For more information, go to www.garmin.com /mapupdates, and select Map Update User Guide.
About nüMaps Lifetime
Some models include subscriptions to nüMaps Lifetime, which provides quarterly map updates for the life of your device.
Go to www.garmin.com/us/maps/numaps_lifetime for terms and conditions.
| LM This model includes a nüMaps Lifetime subscription. |
| LMT This model includes a lifetime traffic subscription, nüMaps Lifetime subscription, and a traffic receiver. |
Purchasing Additional Maps
1 Go to your device product page on the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com).
2 Click the Maps tab.
3 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Custom Points of Interest
Custom POIs are customized points on the map. They can contain alerts that let you know if you are near a designated point or if you are traveling faster than a specified speed.
Installing a POI Loader
You can create or download custom POI lists and install them on your device using POI Loader software.
1 Go to www.garmin.com/extras.
2 Click Services > POI Loader.
3 Install the POI Loader onto your computer.
Using the POI Loader Help Files
For more information on the POI Loader, refer to the help file.
With the POI Loader open, click Help.
Finding Extras
1 Select Where To? > Extras.
2 Select a category.
Purchasing Accessories
Go to http://buy.garmin.com.
Troubleshooting
| Problem Solution | |
| My device is not acquiring satellite signals | Verify the GPS simulator is turned off (page 53).From the main menu, select Settings > System > GPS Simulator.Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall buildings and trees.Remain stationary for several minutes. |
| The suction cup will not stay on my windshield. | Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing alcohol.Dry with a clean, dry cloth.Mount the suction cup (page 1). |
| The device does not charge in my vehicle. | Check the fuse in the vehicle power cable (page 60).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. |
| My battery does not stay charged for very long. | To maximize the time between changes, turn down the backlight (page 54). |
| My battery gauge does not seem accurate. | Allow the unit to fully discharge, and fully charge it (without interrupting the charge cycle). |
| How do I know my device is in USB mass storage mode? | When your device is in USB mass storage mode, a picture of a device connected to a computer is shown on the device screen. Also, you should see two new removable disk drives listed in My Computer. |
nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual 63
| The device is connected to the computer, but it will not go into mass storage mode. | 1 Disconnect the USB cable from your computer.2 Turn off the device.3 Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer and into your device.The device automatically turns on and goes into USB mass storage mode.4 Verify your device is connected to a USB port and not a USB hub. |
| I cannot see any new removable drives in my list of drives. | If you have several network drives mapped on your computer, Windows can have trouble assigning drive letters to your device drives. Refer to your operating system Help file to learn how to map or assign drive letters. |
| My phone will not connect to the device. | • From the main menu, select Settings > Bluetooth. The Bluetooth field must be set to Enabled.• Turn on your phone and bring it within 33 feet of the device.• Go to www.garmin.com/bluetooth for more help. |
Index
Symbols
2-D, 3-D map view 25
A
accessories 62
adding a stop 23
addresses 11
audiobook 38
bookmark 39
loading 38
playing 39
automatic volume 5
enabling 5
avoiding
public transit types 24, 30
theft 59
traffic 48
B
battery 63
Bluetooth technology 31–70
friendly name 55
pairing with phone 31
settings 54
brightness 54
C
calculator 43
calls
answering 32
hanging up 34
home 34
muting 34
caring for your device 58
category
searching within 9
charging your device 1,63
cityXplorer maps 21, 29
cleaning your device 58
computer, connecting 2
converting
currency 43
units 43
coordinates 12
current location, saving 16
customizing the device 52–59
custom POIs 62
D
dashboard disk 60
deleting
all user data 59
character 7
files 52
pictures 42
recent finds list 14
saved locations 18
trips 41
detailed maps 50, 53
detours 23
display settings 24, 30
display timeout 54
driving directions 26
E
ecoRoute 35–38 calibrate fuel economy 36 ecoChallenge score 36 fuel economy information 37 mileage report 37 vehicle profile 35 editing change categories 17 change map symbol 17 destinations 41 home location 14 saved locations 17 saved trip 41 extras 62
F
feedback on POI's 10 files deleting 52 supported types 50
finding locations by address 11 by coordinates 12 recent selections 14 saved locations 16 using photos 15 using search bar 9 fuse, changing 60
G
geocaching 12 go home 14 GPS settings 53 simulator 1
H
help 35 historical traffic 56 home phone number 34 setting a location 14
J
JPEG image files 50 junction view 27
K
keyboard 7 language mode 7, 57
L
map buttons 26 maps adding 62 detail level 52 errors 10 purchasing 62 theme 52 view 25 MapSource 50, 62 mass storage mode 50 measurements, converting 43
memory card 50
mileage report 37
mounting the device
on dashboard 60
on windshield 63
removing from mount 61
mute
phone call 34
myDashboard 2
myTrends
enabling 57
N
navigation 22
off road 24
pedestrian 29
photo 15
nearby services 30
next turn 27
nüMaps Lifetime 61
0
offers 44
disabling 44
viewing 44
off-road navigation 24, 54
on-screen buttons 7
P
pairing a mobile phone 31
parking 14
last spot 43
saving 43
pedestrian mode
settings 24, 30
photo navigation
loading pictures 15
picture viewer 42
PIN
Bluetooth 32
points of interest
finding 9
POI loader 50
protecting your device
58
public transit
avoidances 24, 30
city maps 29
R
recalculating routes 23
recently found locations 14
registering the device 3
removing the mount 61
renaming trips 41
resetting
home location 14
the max speed 28
trip data 28
routes
off road 24, 54
stopping 23
S
safe mode 53
satellite signals 6
Saved Locations 16–17
saving
your current location 16
school zone database 62
screen
brightness 54
screenshots 54
settings 52–70
software
version 57
speech recognition 18
storing the device 58
system settings 53
T
text language 57
time settings 56
tools 35–40
Track Up 25
traffic 46–70
activating a subscription 49
adding traffic subscriptions 55
icons 46
incidents 47
receiver 47
trafficTrends 56
traffic alerts 28
transportation mode 6
trip computer 28
trip log 25
enabling 57
trip planner 40
troubleshooting 63
turn-by-turn directions 26
turn list 26
U
unit converter 43
unit ID 57
updating
maps 3
software 3
USB 63
user data, deleting 59
V
voice command
activating 18
navigating with 19
tips for using 19
wakeup phrase 18
voice language 56
voice mail 34
volume
adjusting 4
audio mixer 4
automatic 5
W
Where Am I? 30
Where I've Been
enabling 57
Where To? menu 8
customization
shortcut icon, adding 8
shortcut icon, removing 8
world clock 43
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