Getting Started
WARNING
See the
Important Safety and Product Information
guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
1
2
Register the device (
).
3
Check for updates:
• Software updates (
).
Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power
WARNING
This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent the
possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by
battery exposure to extreme heat, store the device out of direct
sunlight.
Before you use your device on battery power, you should
charge it.
1
Plug the vehicle power cable into the USB port on the mount.
2
Snap the mount onto the suction cup.
3
Press the suction cup to the windshield, and flip the lever
back toward the windshield.
4
Fit the bottom of your device into the mount.
5
Tilt your device back until it snaps into place.
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 to the USB port on the back of the
device.
2
Connect the USB cable to the USB port on your computer.
3
Go to
http://www.garmin.com/dashboard
4
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Registering the Device
1
).
2
Click
Register Now
.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Updating the Software
1
).
2
Under Software Updates, click
Update Now
.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
nüMaps Guarantee™
To receive one free map update (if available), register your
device at
satellites while driving with your device. You are not eligible for
the free map update if you register by phone or wait longer than
90 days after the first time you acquire satellites while driving
with your device. For more information, go to
.
Updating Maps
1
2
).
3
Select an option:
• Under Map Updates, click
Update Now
.
• If a free map update is no longer available, click
Buy
Now
.
4
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Lifetime Subscriptions
Some models include subscriptions to lifetime features.
LT
: This model includes a lifetime traffic subscription and a
traffic receiver (automobile mode only).
LM
: This model includes a nüMaps Lifetime™ subscription,
which provides quarterly map updates for the life of your
device. For terms and conditions go to
http://www.garmin.com/numapslifetime
.
LMT
: This model includes a nüMaps Lifetime subscription,
lifetime traffic subscription, and a traffic receiver (automobile
mode only).
Activating Lifetime Maps
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Turning Off the Device
1
Hold the
Power
key.
NOTE:
If you hold the Power key for less than 5 seconds,
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.
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.
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.
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.
technology status (appears when is enabled).
Transportation mode indicator.
Getting Started
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