Receiving Traffic Data Using a Traffic
Receiver
NOTICE
Heated (metallized) windshields could degrade the performance
of the traffic receiver.
A traffic receiver receives traffic data from an over-the-air
broadcast signal, where available. An over-the-air traffic receiver
cable is available as an accessory for all product models. Go to
your product page at
to find and purchase a
compatible traffic receiver cable accessory. Traffic data is not
available in all areas.
Connect the device to vehicle power using the traffic receiver
cable (
Mounting and Powering the Garmin DriveLuxe Device
).
When you are within a traffic coverage area, your device can
display traffic information and help you avoid traffic delays.
Traffic Receiver Subscriptions
A regional traffic data subscription is included with most traffic
receivers. You can add subscriptions for additional regions to
your traffic receiver. For more information, go to
Viewing Traffic Subscriptions
Select
Settings
>
Traffic
>
Subscriptions
.
Adding a Subscription
You can purchase traffic subscriptions for other regions or
countries.
1
From the main menu, select
Traffic
.
2
Select
Subscriptions
> .
3
Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID.
4
Go to
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
.
Enabling Traffic
You can enable or disable traffic data.
1
Select
Settings
>
Traffic
.
2
Select the
Traffic
check box.
Viewing Traffic on the Map
The traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow and delays on
nearby roads.
1
From the main menu, select
Apps
>
Traffic
.
2
If necessary, select >
Legend
to view the legend for the
traffic map.
Searching for Traffic Incidents
1
From the main menu, select
Apps
>
Traffic
.
2
Select >
Incidents
.
3
Select an item in the list.
4
If there is more than one incident, use the arrows to view
additional incidents.
Voice Command
NOTE:
Voice command is not available for all languages and
regions, and may not be available on all models.
NOTE:
Voice Activated Navigation may not achieve desired
performance when in a noisy environment.
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 the 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
> >
Wake Up 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.
• Listen for two tones to confirm when the device enters and
exits voice command.
Starting a Route Using Voice Command
You can say the names of popular, well-known locations.
1
).
2
Say
Find Place
.
3
Listen for the voice prompt, and speak the name of the
location.
4
Say the line number.
5
Say
Navigate
.
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
.
Voice Control
For regions where the Voice Command feature is unavailable,
the Voice Control feature is activated. Voice Control allows you
to use your voice to control the device. Before you can use the
Voice Control feature, you must configure it for your voice.
Configuring Voice Control
The Voice Control feature must be configured for a single user's
voice and does not work for other users.
1
Select
Apps
>
Voice Control
.
2
Follow the on-screen instructions to record commands for
each voice control phrase.
NOTE:
You do not have to read the exact phrase on the
screen. You may say an alternative command with the same
meaning based on your preference.
Voice Command
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