Units
: sets the unit of measure used for distances.
Position Format
: sets the co-ordinate format and datum used
for geographical co-ordinates.
Setting the Time
1
From the main menu, select the time.
2
Select an option:
• To set the time automatically using GPS information,
select
Automatic
.
• To set the time manually, drag the numbers up or down.
Language and Keyboard Settings
To open the Language and Keyboard settings, from the main
menu, select
Settings
>
Language & Keyboard
.
Voice Language
: sets the language for voice prompts.
Text Language
: sets all on-screen text to the selected
language.
NOTE:
changing the text language does not change the
language of user-entered data or map data, such as street
names.
Keyboard Language
: enables keyboard languages.
Proximity alerts settings
NOTE:
you must have custom points of interest (POIs) loaded
for proximity points alerts to display.
NOTE:
this feature is not available in all areas.
Select
Settings
>
Proximity Alerts
.
Audio
: sets the style of alert that plays when you approach
proximity points.
Alerts
: sets the type of proximity points for which alerts are
played.
Device and privacy settings
To open the device settings, select
Settings
>
Device
.
About
: displays the software version number, the unit ID
number and information on several other software features.
EULAs
: displays the end-user licence agreements.
NOTE:
you need this information when you update the
system software or purchase additional map data.
Position Reporting
: shares your position information with
Garmin to improve content.
Travel History
: allows the device to record information for the
myTrends, Where I’ve Been and Trip Log features.
Clear Travel History
: clears your travel history for the
myTrends, Where I’ve Been and Trip Log features.
Restoring settings
You can 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
Specifications
Operating
temperature range
From -20° to 55°C (from -4° to 131°F)
Charging
temperature range
From 0° to 45°C (from 32° to 113°F)
Power input
Vehicle power using the included vehicle power
cable. AC power using an optional accessory
(for home and office use only).
Battery type
Rechargeable lithium-ion
Power cables
Your device can be powered in various ways.
• Vehicle power cable
• USB cable
• AC adapter (optional accessory)
Charging the Device
NOTE:
this Class III product shall be powered by an LPS power
supply.
You can charge the battery in the device using any of these
methods.
• Install the device in the mount, and connect the mount to
vehicle power.
NOTICE
Do not connect the device directly to the vehicle power cable.
• Connect the device to a computer using a USB cable.
The device may charge slowly when connected to a
computer. Some portable computers may not charge the
device.
• Connect the device to an optional power adapter accessory,
such as a wall power adapter.
You can purchase an approved Garmin AC-DC adapter
suitable for home or office use from a Garmin dealer or
.
Device maintenance
Device Care
NOTICE
Avoid dropping your device.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme
temperatures can occur, as it can cause permanent damage.
Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen as
this may result in damage.
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 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.
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