background image

À

Select to zoom in and out on the map.
Select to use functionality marked with a   or  .

Á

Select to view the map, compass, trip computer, and media player.
Hold to open the brightness settings.

Â

Select to hear the current prompt when you have a Bluetooth

®

helmet or headset connected.
Hold to open the volume settings.

Mounting Your Device in an Automobile

NOTE: 

The automotive mount is included with the optional car 

kit.

NOTICE

Before mounting the device, check the local laws pertaining to 

windshield mounting.

 WARNING

This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent the 

possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by 

battery exposure to extreme heat, store the device out of direct 

sunlight.
Do not use the suction cup mount on a motorcycle.
See the 

Important Safety and Product Information

 guide in the 

product box for product warnings and other important 

information.

1

Plug the small end of the automotive power cable 

À

 into the 

port on the side of the automotive mount 

Á

.

2

Remove the clear plastic from the suction cup.

3

Clean and dry your windshield and the suction cup with a lint-

free cloth.

4

Press the suction cup 

Â

 to the windshield, and flip the lever 

Ã

 back toward the windshield.

5

Snap the mount onto the suction cup arm.

6

Fit the bottom of your device into the cradle.

7

Tilt the device back until it snaps into place.

8

Plug the other end of the automotive power cable into a 

power source.

Support and Updates

Garmin Express

 (

garmin.com/express

) provides easy access 

to these services for Garmin

®

 devices.

• Product registration
• Product manuals
• Software updates
• Map, chart, or course updates

Setting Up Garmin Express

1

Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable.

2

Go to 

garmin.com/express

.

3

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Activating Lifetime Maps

NOTE: 

Lifetime Maps are not applicable to products that do not 

have pre-loaded maps.

NOTE: 

Lifetime Maps entitle you to receive map updates when 

and as such updates are made available by Garmin during the 

useful life of one compatible Garmin product or as long as 

Garmin receives map data from a third party supplier, whichever 

is shorter. For the meaning of a product’s “useful life” and for 

other important terms and conditions, go to 

www.garmin.com

/numapslifetime

.

1

Go to 

www.garmin.com/express

.

2

Follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE: 

If you register the device, you can receive e-mail 

notifications when a map update is available.

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   key.

Exiting Sleep Mode

While the device is in sleep mode, press the   key.

Adjusting the Screen Brightness

1

Select 

Settings

 > 

Display

 > 

Brightness

.

2

Select an option:
• Select 

 or   to adjust the screen brightness.

• Select 

Automatic

 to adjust the brightness automatically.

NOTE: 

The automatic brightness setting is available only 

when the device is mounted on your motorcycle.

Adjusting the Volume

1

Select 

Volume

.

2

Select an option:
• Select 

 or   to adjust the volume.

• Select   to mute the device.
• Select   for additional options.

Status Bar Icons

The status bar is located at the top of the main menu. The status 

bar icons display information about features on the device. You 

can select some icons to change settings or view additional 

information.

GPS signal status.

Bluetooth technology status (appears when Bluetooth is 
enabled).
Connected to Smartphone Link.

Transportation mode indicator. Allows you to select 
automobile, motorcycle, or off road mode.
Current time.

Battery status.

Choosing a Transportation Mode

Select 

.

2

Getting Started

Summary of Contents for BMW Motorrad Navigator VI

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ... USA and other countries BaseCamp myGarmin myTrends nüMaps Guarantee nüMaps Lifetime and trafficTrends are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such name by Garmin is under license microSD is a trademark of SD 3C Windows is a register...

Page 3: ...he power key before the prompt appears the device enters sleep mode 2 Select Off Resetting the Device You can reset your device if it stops functioning Hold the power key for 10 seconds Removing the Battery You can remove the battery if you do not intend to use the device for an extended period of time 1 Loosen the screws and remove the battery compartment cover 2 Press and hold the release tab À ...

Page 4: ...Follow the on screen instructions Activating Lifetime Maps NOTE Lifetime Maps are not applicable to products that do not have pre loaded maps NOTE Lifetime Maps entitle you to receive map updates when and as such updates are made available by Garmin during the useful life of one compatible Garmin product or as long as Garmin receives map data from a third party supplier whichever is shorter For th...

Page 5: ... applicable select a destination from the Quick Search list 5 If necessary select the appropriate destination Finding a Location Using the Search Bar You can use the search bar to search for locations by entering a category brand name address or city name 1 Select Where To 2 Select Enter Search in the search bar 3 Enter all or part of the search term Suggested search terms appear below the search ...

Page 6: ...s select a location 3 Select 4 Select Save 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 Saved Places 3 Select a location 4 Select Go Editing a Saved Location 1 Select Where To Saved 2 If necessary select a catego...

Page 7: ... at all times Garmin will not be responsible for any traffic fines or citations you receive for failing to follow all applicable traffic laws and signs The route is marked with a magenta line A checkered flag marks your destination As you travel the device guides you to the destination with voice prompts when the device is in the automotive mount or connected to a Bluetooth headset arrows on the m...

Page 8: ... OK 3 Select Save Changing the Map Dashboard The dashboard displays trip information at the bottom of the map You can select different dashboards to change the style and the layout of the information 1 Select Settings Map Vehicle Dashboards 2 Use the arrows to select a dashboard 3 Select Save Changing the Map Perspective 1 Select Settings Map Vehicle Driving Map View 2 Select an option Select Trac...

Page 9: ... Navigator device select Settings Bluetooth Scan for Devices 5 Select OK A list of nearby Bluetooth devices appears 6 Select your headset from the list and select OK Your device sends navigation prompts to your headset as you navigate a route Enabling or Disabling Headset Features You can enable or disable features for your paired Bluetooth headset 1 Select Settings Bluetooth 2 Select your paired ...

Page 10: ...ve Services Saved locations and recently found locations are synchronized with your phone each time your device connects to Smartphone Link Downloading Smartphone Link Smartphone Link is available for some smartphones See the application store for your phone for compatibility and availability information Download Smartphone Link from the application store on your supported phone See your phone own...

Page 11: ...ocial Network Accounts for the Garmin Tracker App Before you can post your location on social networks using the Garmin Tracker app you must enable your social network accounts in the Smartphone Link app on your smartphone 1 On your compatible smartphone open the Smartphone Link app 2 Select Social Networks Sharing Your Status and Location Before you can share your location or status updates with ...

Page 12: ...aring Trips You can share trips with compatible Garmin devices using Bluetooth wireless technology 1 Place your device within 33 ft 10 m of a compatible Garmin device 2 Select Apps Trip Planner Share Bluetooth 3 Select a trip and select Done 4 Select a device from the list and select OK Creating a Round Trip Route The device can create a round trip route using a specified starting location and a d...

Page 13: ...rency 7 Enter a value and select Done 8 Select OK Media Player The media player can play music or audio from these sources Music files stored on your Navigator device Bluetooth audio from a paired phone Bluetooth audio from a compatible iPod mp3 player About the Media Player Before you can use the media player you must pair your device with a compatible Bluetooth headset that supports the A2DP pro...

Page 14: ...o Viewing Traffic on the Map The traffic map shows color coded traffic flow and delays on nearby roads 1 From the map select Traffic 2 If necessary select Traffic Legend to view the legend for the traffic map Traffic in Your Area Searching for Traffic Incidents 1 From the map select Traffic Traffic Conditions 2 Select 3 Select an item in the list 4 If there is more than one incident use the arrows...

Page 15: ...ctive route Avoidances Sets road features to avoid on a route Custom Avoidances Allows you to avoid specific roads or areas Advanced Detours Sets the length of a detour Toll Roads Sets preferences for avoiding toll roads Tolls and Fees Sets preferences for avoiding toll roads and toll stickers NOTE This feature is not available in all areas Safe Mode Disables all functions that require significant...

Page 16: ...hicle power cable when it is in the automotive mount Connect the device to a computer using the included USB cable Connect the device to an optional power adapter accessory such as a wall power adapter Device Care NOTICE Avoid dropping your device 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 objec...

Page 17: ... garmin com poiloader 2 Follow the on screen instructions Using the POI Loader Help Files For more information on the POI loader refer to the Help file With the POI loader open click Help Finding Custom POIs Before you can find custom POIs you must load custom POIs on your device using the POI Loader software Installing POI Loader page 15 1 Select Where To Categories 2 Scroll to the Other Categori...

Page 18: ...s locked up or frozen 1 Hold the power key for 10 seconds The device powers off 2 Turn on the device Turning On the Device page 1 I need to erase all my user data 1 Connect the device to your computer 2 Using the file browser on your computer open the device drive or volume and open the Internal Storage folder 3 In the Internal Storage folder delete the GPX folder 4 Disconnect the device from your...

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Page 20: ...aps Lifetime and trafficTrends are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such name by Garmin is under license microSD is a trademark of SD 3C Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other ...

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