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The prompt appears after five seconds. If you release the 

power key before the prompt appears, the device enters 

power saving mode.

Acquiring GPS signals

When you turn on your navigation device, the GPS receiver 

must collect satellite data and establish the current location. The 

time required to acquire satellite signals varies based on several 

factors, including how far you are from the location where you 

last used your navigation device, whether you have a clear view 

of the sky, and how long it has been since you last used your 

navigation device. The first time you turn on your navigation 

device, it may take several minutes to acquire satellite signals.

1

Turn on the device.

2

Wait while the device locates satellites.

3

If necessary, go to an open area away from tall buildings and 

trees.

 in the status bar indicates the satellite signal strength. When 

at least half of the bars are filled, the device is ready for 

navigation.

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. Hold to view GPS accuracy and acquired 
satellite information (

Viewing GPS signal status

, page 26

).

Bluetooth

®

 technology status. Select to view the Bluetooth 

settings (

Wireless network settings

, page 22

).

Wi-Fi signal strength. Select to change the Wi-Fi settings 
(

Wireless network settings

, page 22

).

Connected to hands-free calling. Select to place a phone call 
(

Hands-free Calling

, page 16

).

Current time. Select to set the time (

Setting the Time

page 23

).

Battery charge level.

Sharing LiveTrack data. The number of invited viewers 
appears on the icon. Select to open the LiveTrack app 
(

LiveTrack

, page 19

).

Smartphone Link status. Select to connect to the 
Smartphone Link app and receive live traffic data and other 
live services (

Pairing with your phone and connecting to 

Smartphone Link

, page 14

).

Temperature. Select to view the weather forecast (

Viewing 

the weather forecast

, page 20

).

Dash cam recording status. Select to open the dash cam 
controls (

Dash Cam

, page 2

).

Using the on-screen buttons

On-screen buttons allow you to navigate the pages, menus and 

menu options on your device.
• Select   to return to the previous menu screen.
• Hold   to quickly return to the main 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 option:
• Use the slider bar to adjust the volume.
• Select   to mute the device.
• Select   for additional options.

Enabling automatic volume

Your device can increase or decrease the volume automatically 

based on the level of background noise.

1

Select 

Volume

 >  .

2

Select 

Automatic Volume

.

Using the audio mixer

You can use the audio mixer to set the volume levels for 

different audio types, such as navigation prompts or phone calls. 

The level for each audio type is a percentage of the master 

volume.

1

Select 

Volume

.

2

Select   > 

Audio Mixer

.

3

Use the sliders to adjust the volume for each audio type.

Adjusting the screen brightness

1

Select 

Settings

 > 

Display

 > 

Brightness

.

2

Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness.

Dash Cam

Aligning the camera

 WARNING

Do not attempt to align the camera whilst driving.

Some features, such as advanced driver assistance and Garmin 

Real Vision

 features, may not perform properly if the camera is 

not aligned. You should align the dash camera each time you 

mount or reposition the device.

1

Select 

Settings

 > 

Dash Cam

 > 

Camera placement

.

2

Select 

Horizontal Placement

, and select the horizontal 

location of your device on the windshield.

3

Select 

Vehicle Height

, and select your vehicle type.

4

Select 

Alignment

.

5

Tilt the device and turn the camera left or right to align the 

camera.
The crosshairs should point straight ahead, and the horizon 

line should be centred between the top and bottom of the 

screen.

Dash Cam Recording

NOTICE

Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit use of this device. It is 

your responsibility to know and comply with applicable laws and 

rights to privacy in jurisdictions where you plan to use this 

device.

Before you can record video, you must install a camera memory 

card (

Installing the dash camera memory card

, page 1

).

By default, the device immediately starts recording video when it 

turns on. It continues recording, overwriting the oldest, non-

saved video until it turns off.

Saving a video recording

By default, the device uses a sensor to detect possible 

accidental collisions and saves video footage before, during and 

after the detected event.
You can also manually save video at any time.

1

While recording, select 

Apps

 > 

Dash Cam

 >  .

The device saves the video footage before, during, and after 

you select  .

2

Select   again to extend the saved recording time (optional).

2

Dash Cam

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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