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nüvi 1490TV Quick Start Manual
3. Snap the cradle onto the suction
cup arm.
4. Plug the vehicle power cable into
the back of your nüvi.
5. Plug the other end of the vehicle
power cable into a power outlet in
your vehicle. Your unit should turn
on automatically if it is plugged in
and the vehicle is running. Follow
the on-screen instructions.
6. Fit the bottom of your nüvi into the
cradle.
7. Tilt your nüvi back until it snaps
into place.
8. To expand the signal range,
connect the external antenna to
the traffic receiver and secure it to
the windshield using the suction
cups.
acquiring Satellites
1. Go outdoors to an open area,
away from tall buildings and trees.
2. Turn on your nüvi.
Acquiring satellite signals can take a
few minutes. The
bars indicate
satellite strength. When at least one
of the bars is green, your nüvi has
acquired satellite signals.
Charging Your nüvi
Charge your nüvi for at least 4 hours
before using it on battery power.
Connect the vehicle power cable.
Connect the USB cable.
Connect an AC adapter (optional
accessory).
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Vehicle power cable
Vehicle power cable