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NOTE: 

If you do not agree with the license terms, you can 

select Reject. This stops the update process. You cannot 

install updates until you accept the license agreements.

5

Using the included USB cable, connect the device to external 

power, and select 

Continue

 (

Charging the Device

, page 20

).

For the best results, a USB wall charger that provides at least 

1 A power output is recommended. Many USB power 

adapters for smartphones, tablets, or portable media devices 

may be compatible.

6

Keep the device connected to external power and within 

range of the Wi

Fi network until the update process is 

complete.

TIP: 

If a map update is interrupted or canceled before it 

completes, your device may be missing map data. To repair 

missing map data, you must update the maps again using either 

Wi

Fi or Garmin Express.

Updating Maps and Software with Garmin Express

You can use the Garmin 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/express

 and follow the 

on-screen instructions to install it (

Installing Garmin Express

page 21

).

2

Open the   Garmin Express application.

3

Connect your device to your computer using a mini-

USB cable.
The small end of the cable connects to the mini-USB port 

on your Garmin DriveSmart device, and the large end 

connects to an available USB port on your computer.

4

When your Garmin DriveSmart device prompts you to enter 

file transfer mode, select 

Yes

.

5

In the Garmin Express application, click 

Add a Device

.

The Garmin Express application searches for your device 

and displays the device name and serial number.

6

Click 

Add Device

, and follow the on-screen instructions to 

add your device to the Garmin Express application.
When setup is complete, the Garmin Express application 

displays the updates available for your device.

7

Select an option:
• To install all available updates, click 

Install All

.

• To install a specific update, click 

View Details

, and click 

Install

 next to the update you want.

The Garmin Express application downloads and installs the 

updates onto your device. Map updates are very large, and 

this process may take a long time on slower internet 

connections.

NOTE: 

If a map update is too large for the internal storage of 

the device, the software may prompt you to install a microSD

®

card in your device to add storage space (

Installing a 

Memory Card for Maps and Data

, page 23

).

8

Follow the on-screen instructions during the update process 

to finish installing updates.
For example, during the update process, the Garmin Express 

application may instruct you to disconnect and reconnect 

your device.

Installing Garmin Express

The Garmin Express application is available for Windows

®

 and 

Mac

®

 computers.

1

On your computer, go to 

garmin.com/express

.

2

Select an option:
• To view the system requirements and verify the Garmin 

Express application is compatible with your computer, 

select 

System Requirements

.

• To install on a Windows computer, select 

Download for 

Windows

.

• To install on a Mac computer, select 

Download for Mac

.

3

Open the downloaded file, and follow the on-screen 

instructions to complete the installation.

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 object to operate the touchscreen, or 

damage may result.
Do not expose the device to water.

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

(

garmin.com/express

).

Restarting the Device

You can restart 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.

Device Maintenance

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Summary of Contents for Drivesmart 65 with Amazon Alexa

Page 1: ...GARMINDRIVESMART 65 WITHAMAZONALEXA Owner sManual...

Page 2: ...its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin Amazon Alexa and all related logos and motion marks are trademarks of Amazon com Inc or its affiliates Andro...

Page 3: ...cation Information 9 Finding Emergency Services and Fuel 9 Getting Directions to Your Current Location 9 Adding a Shortcut 9 Removing a Shortcut 9 Saving Locations 10 Saving a Location 10 Saving Your...

Page 4: ...19 Resetting Data and Settings 20 Device Information 20 Viewing E label Regulatory and Compliance Information 20 Specifications 20 Charging the Device 20 Device Maintenance 20 Garmin Support Center 2...

Page 5: ...y is not enabled for audio Power cable Connects to the mini USB power port on the back of the device 2 4 A USB charging port Charges a connected phone or portable media device Mounting Considerations...

Page 6: ...r you can select Garmin Device to play that audio type from the device speaker or auxiliary output cable Select Volume Bluetooth Audio Setup Guide Me Provides on screen instructions to help you choose...

Page 7: ...n 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...

Page 8: ...o the device using the language most comfortable to you The device includes Garmin voice activated navigation and Amazon Alexa skills and features Garmin voice activated navigation allows you to searc...

Page 9: ...area The device speaks the requested weather information and displays weather information on the screen Today s weather Today s weather Alexa how s the weather Alexa what s the temperature today Futur...

Page 10: ...ys a tone to indicate a curve in the road Slower traffic The device plays a tone to indicate slower traffic when you approach slower traffic at a higher speed Your device must be receiving traffic inf...

Page 11: ...he location Select to view alternate routes to the locations Go Select to start navigating to the location using the recommended route Select to view the search results on the map Location Search Resu...

Page 12: ...o your Foursquare account using the Garmin Drive app on your compatible smartphone This allows you to view Foursquare location details check in to a location and search for points of interest in the o...

Page 13: ...ar the selected location appears 4 Select Filter Parking and select one or more categories to filter parking by availability type price or payment methods optional NOTE Detailed parking data is not av...

Page 14: ...route Starting a Route page 10 If there are specific roads you need to use or avoid you can customize the route Shaping Your Route page 11 You can add multiple destinations to a route Adding a Locati...

Page 15: ...When you stop at your destination the device automatically ends the route If the device does not detect your arrival automatically you can select Stop to end your route Parking Near Your Destination...

Page 16: ...Settings page 19 you can view and avoid traffic delays manually 1 While navigating a route select Traffic 2 Select Alternate Route if available 3 Select Go Avoiding Toll Roads Your device can avoid r...

Page 17: ...Viewing Upcoming Traffic page 14 This feature is not available in all areas or for all device models Trip Data Displays customizable trip data such as speed or mileage Viewing Trip Data from the Map p...

Page 18: ...the information on the trip computer Select Reset Max Speed to reset the maximum speed Select Reset Trip B to reset the odometer Viewing Upcoming Traffic Before you can use this feature your device mu...

Page 19: ...ve app Live Services Traffic and Smartphone Features page 14 From most pages a popup appears when the device receives a notification from your smartphone If the device is moving you must verify you ar...

Page 20: ...evice You can temporarily disconnect a Bluetooth device without deleting it from the paired devices list The Bluetooth device can connect to your Garmin DriveSmart device automatically in the future 1...

Page 21: ...ery route a vacation or a road trip You can edit a saved trip to further customize it including reordering locations optimizing the order of stops adding suggested attractions and adding shaping point...

Page 22: ...ou can view your previous routes and places you have stopped on the map Select Apps Where I ve Been Settings Map and Vehicle Settings Select Settings Map Vehicle Vehicle Sets the vehicle icon that rep...

Page 23: ...o rename the paired camera Guidance Lines Shows or hides guidance lines and allows you to adjust the position of the guidance lines Display Settings Select Settings Display Color Mode Allows you to se...

Page 24: ...ind recently added locations and calculate more accurate routes Map updates are large and may take several hours to complete Software updates provide changes and improvements to the device features an...

Page 25: ...evice Map updates are very large and this process may take a long time on slower internet connections NOTE If a map update is too large for the internal storage of the device the software may prompt y...

Page 26: ...ch audio type Verify no cable is connected to the audio output jack in the Garmin DriveSmart power cable plug My device audio has background noise when using an auxiliary audio cable In some vehicles...

Page 27: ...o the port on the device 2 Plug the larger end of the USB cable into a port on your computer 3 When your Garmin DriveSmart device prompts you to enter file transfer mode select Yes A picture of your d...

Page 28: ...D number 19 intersections finding 9 K keyboard language 19 layout 19 L language keyboard 19 voice 19 latitude and longitude 9 location 9 locations 7 18 calling 16 current 9 10 recently found 9 saving...

Page 29: ...rnate route 12 cameras 18 incidents 14 16 map 14 16 searching for delays 14 16 traffic cameras viewing 18 travel history 19 trip information 14 resetting 14 viewing 14 trip log viewing 14 trip planner...

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