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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, lightly dampen the cloth with water.

3

If using a dampened cloth, turn off the device and disconnect 

the device from the power.

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 windscreen by the suction 

cup.

• Do not keep your unit in the glove compartment.
• Register your device using the Garmin Express software 

(

garmin.com/express

).

Resetting the device

You can reset your device if it stops functioning.

Hold the power key for 12 seconds.

Removing the Device, Mount and Suction 

Cup

Removing the Device from the Mount

1

Press the release tab or button on the mount.

2

Tilt the bottom of the device upward, and lift the device from 

the mount.

Removing the Mount from the Suction Cup

1

Turn the device mount to the right or left.

2

Apply pressure until the socket on the mount releases the 

ball on the suction cup.

Removing the Suction Cup from the Windscreen

1

Flip the lever on the suction cup towards you.

2

Pull the tab on the suction cup towards you.

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

Rotate the end piece 

À

 anti-clockwise to unlock it.

TIP: 

you may need to use a coin to remove the end piece.

2

Remove the end piece, the silver tip 

Á

, and the fuse 

Â

.

3

Insert a new fast-blow fuse that has the same current, such 

as 1 A or 2 A.

4

Place the silver tip in the end piece.

5

Push in the end piece and rotate it clockwise to lock it back 

into the vehicle power cable 

Ã

.

Troubleshooting

My video recordings are blurry

• Clean the camera lens (

Cleaning the camera lens

, page 24

).

• Clean the windscreen in front of the camera.
• Verify the area of the windscreen in front of the camera is 

cleared by the windscreen wipers, and move the device, if 

necessary.

My memory card has degraded and needs to 

be replaced

All microSD memory cards wear out after they are overwritten a 

large number of times. Because the dash camera records 

continuously, you should replace the memory card periodically 

(

Installing the dash camera memory card

, page 1

). Your device 

detects memory card errors automatically and alerts you when it 

is time to replace your memory card.
You can take these actions to help extend the useful life of the 

memory card.
• Turn off the device when your vehicle is not in use.

If your device is not connected to an ignition-switched vehicle 

power outlet, you should turn off the device when your 

vehicle is not in use to prevent the dash camera from 

recording unneeded footage.

• Transfer saved video footage to a computer.

The memory card lasts longer when more free space is 

available on the card.

• Use a high-quality memory card with a speed rating of class 

10 or higher.
Purchase your replacement memory card from a high-quality 

manufacturer and a reputable vendor.

My video recordings are choppy or 

incomplete

• For the best camera and video results, use a high-quality 

memory card with a speed rating of class 10 or higher.
A slower memory card may not record video quickly enough.

• If the device displays a memory card error alert, replace the 

memory card (

Installing the dash camera memory card

page 1

).

• Update your device to the latest software (

Updating Maps 

and Software with Garmin Express

, page 24

).

The suction cup will not stay on my 

windscreen

1

Clean the suction cup and windscreen with surgical spirit.

2

Dry with a clean, dry cloth.

3

Mount the suction cup (

Mounting and Powering the Device in 

Your Vehicle

, page 1

).

My device is not acquiring satellite signals

• Verify the GPS simulator is turned off (

Navigation settings

page 21

).

• Take your device out of multi-storey car parks and away from 

tall buildings and trees.

• Remain stationary for several minutes.

Troubleshooting

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Summary of Contents for DriveAssist 51

Page 1: ...GARMINDRIVEASSIST 51 Owner smanual...

Page 2: ...These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin Android is a trademark of Google Inc Apple and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries The...

Page 3: ...tickers 9 Avoiding road features 9 Avoiding environmental zones 9 Custom avoidances 9 Navigating off road 9 Finding and saving locations 9 Points of Interest 9 Finding a location using the search bar...

Page 4: ...eras 21 Viewing and Saving photoLive Traffic Cameras 21 Viewing photoLive Traffic Cameras on the Map 21 Saving a traffic camera 21 Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations 21 Garmin DriveAssist settin...

Page 5: ...needs to be replaced page 25 1 Insert a memory card into the camera memory card slot NOTE if you install the memory card into the incorrect slot the camera cannot record video 2 Press it in until it c...

Page 6: ...ain menu Select or to scroll through lists or menus Hold or to scroll faster Select to see a context based menu of options for the current screen Adjusting the volume 1 Select Volume 2 Select an optio...

Page 7: ...he video or photo includes location information a map shows the location Garmin VIRB App The free Garmin VIRB app allows you to view and share recorded dash cam videos and photos on your smartphone To...

Page 8: ...pdate the camera database stored on your device You should update your device frequently to receive the most up to date camera information Incident Detection and Notifications Your Garmin DriveAssist...

Page 9: ...or closer than 5 m 16 ft The FCWS feature may not function properly if the camera placement settings do not correctly indicate your vehicle height or the placement of your device in the vehicle Aligni...

Page 10: ...option Select a location marker Select a point such as a street junction or address location 5 Select Go Going home The first time you start a route home the device prompts you to enter your home loc...

Page 11: ...s to search for nearby parking If the device does not prompt you select Where To Categories Parking and select My Destination 2 Select Filter Parking and select one or more categories to filter parkin...

Page 12: ...When you are finished shaping the route select Go Taking a Detour You can take a detour for a specified distance along your route or detour around specific roads This is useful if you encounter constr...

Page 13: ...orner of the area to avoid and select Next The selected area is shaded on the map 6 Select Done Disabling a custom avoidance You can disable a custom avoidance without deleting it 1 Select Settings Na...

Page 14: ...OI and select Go The device creates a route to the parking area or venue entrance closest to the POI When you arrive at the destination a chequered flag indicates the recommended parking area A labell...

Page 15: ...wn from the list of nearby towns To search near another location select Searching near Changing the search area page 10 To search for a town by name select Enter Search enter a town name and select Fi...

Page 16: ...point to a location a category or a search tool The Where To menu can contain up to 36 shortcut icons 1 Select Where To Personalise 2 Select an item Removing a shortcut 1 Select Where To Remove Short...

Page 17: ...ng your route or the road on which you are travelling You can view upcoming points of interest such as restaurants petrol stations or roadside service When travelling on a motorway you can also view i...

Page 18: ...e weather forecast page 20 LiveTrack allows you to share your trip with selected contacts in real time LiveTrack page 19 Smart Notifications displays phone notifications and messages on your device Th...

Page 19: ...rmin DriveAssist device such as text messages incoming calls and calendar appointments NOTE you may need to wait a few minutes to receive notifications on your navigation device after it connects to t...

Page 20: ...list of favourite locations Editing a favourite location page 12 1 Select Apps Phone Set Home Number 2 Enter your phone number 3 Select Done Calling home Before you can call home you must enter a pho...

Page 21: ...eless Networks 2 Select the phone and select Unpair device Traffic NOTICE Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the traffic information Your device can provide information about...

Page 22: ...p phrase The device indicates the strength of the wake up phrase as you enter the phrase 3 Select Done Activating voice command Say your wake up phrase The voice command menu appears Voice Command tip...

Page 23: ...k 2 Select each type of alert you want to receive on your watch 3 On your watch start the Watch Link app and select Driver Warnings While you are navigating with your Garmin DriveAssist device the wat...

Page 24: ...ng reordering locations optimising the order of stops adding suggested attractions and adding shaping points You can also use the trip planner to edit and save your active route Planning a trip A trip...

Page 25: ...e you have stopped on the map Select Apps Where I ve Been Garmin DriveAssist settings Map and vehicle settings Select Settings Map Vehicle Vehicle sets the icon that represents your position on the ma...

Page 26: ...cam Destination Arrival with Garmin Real Vision page 7 Go Alert alerts you when stopped traffic starts moving Go Alert page 5 Lane Departure Warning enables an alert when the device detects you may b...

Page 27: ...restore a category of settings or all settings to the factory default values 1 Select Settings 2 If necessary select a settings category 3 Select Restore Device information Viewing Regulatory and Com...

Page 28: ...min Express application to download and install the latest map and software updates for your device 1 If you do not have the Garmin Express application installed on your computer go to garmin com expr...

Page 29: ...e to lock it back into the vehicle power cable Troubleshooting My video recordings are blurry Clean the camera lens Cleaning the camera lens page 24 Clean the windscreen in front of the camera Verify...

Page 30: ...is option is disabled you must select from the Smartphone Link main menu each time you want to connect your device to Smartphone Link Clear the Live Services Check tick box On some smartphones disabli...

Page 31: ...2 Click the Maps tab 3 Follow the on screen instructions Purchasing accessories Go to garmin com accessories Appendix 27...

Page 32: ...forward collision warning system FCWS 3 5 Foursquare 11 fuel stations 12 fuse changing 25 G Garmin Connect 14 Garmin Express updating software 24 Garmin Live Services 15 subscribing 15 Garmin Real Vis...

Page 33: ...s avoiding 8 tools maps 13 traffic 14 17 18 22 adding subscriptions 18 alternative route 8 cameras 21 incidents 14 18 map 14 18 receiver 17 searching for delays 14 18 traffic cameras view 21 travel hi...

Page 34: ...support garmin com September 2018 190 02120 00_0C...

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