garmin nuvi owners manual 1200-1400

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nvi

1200/1300/1400 seriesowners manual

for use with these nvi models:

1200, 1210, 1240, 1245, 1250, 1255, 1260

1300, 1310, 1340, 1350, 1370, 1390

1410, 1440, 1450, 1490


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October 2009 Part Number 190-01041-00 Rev. B Printed in Taiwan

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nvi 1200/1300/1400 Series Owners Manual i

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

nvi 1200/1300/1400 Series

Models ................................ iv

Getting Started.................... 1Looking at Your nvi .................. 1

Using the Main Menu................. 1Setting Up Your nvi .................. 2

Using the Power Button ............. 4

Adjusting the Volume ................. 4

Navigating the Screens ............. 4

Finding Your Destination............ 4Navigating in Pedestrian

Usage Mode ............................ 6

Adding a Stop ............................ 7

Changing Destinations .............. 7

Taking a Detour ......................... 7Stopping the Route .................... 7

Where To? ........................... 8Finding an Address .................... 8

Setting a Home Location ........... 8

Using the Go! Page ................... 9

Providing Feedback on

Points of Interest ................... 10

Finding a Place by Spelling

the Name ............................. 10

Searching Near Another

Location .................................11

Finding Recently Found

Places ................................... 12Finding a Place Using the

Map ....................................... 13

Entering Coordinates ............... 14

Using Photo Navigation ........... 14

Using the Map Pages ....... 15Viewing the Trip Computer ..... 16

Viewing the Turn List .............. 16

Viewing the Next Turn Page .... 17

Viewing the Junction ViewPage ...................................... 17

Using the Pedestrian Map

Page ...................................... 18


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ii nvi 1200/1300/1400 Series Owners Manual

Table of Contents

Making Hands-Free Phone

Calls ................................... 19Pairing Your Phone .................. 19

Receiving a Call ...................... 20

In a Call .................................. 21

Accessing the Phone Menu ..... 21

Managing Files.................. 24Supported File Types ............... 24

Connecting Your nvi to Your

Computer .............................. 24

Transferring Files .................... 25

Deleting Files .......................... 25Using the Tools ................. 26Accessing the Settings ............ 26

Using the Where Am I?

Page ...................................... 26

Accessing Help ........................ 26Using MSN Direct ................... 26

Using the Picture Viewer ......... 27

Accessing My Data .................. 28

Using the World Clock ............ 28

Using the Calculator ................ 28

Using the Unit Converter ........ 28

Using ecoRoute..................... 29

Resetting ecoRoute Data ........ 32Viewing Offers ......................... 33

Using Trafc...................... 34Understanding FM TMC

Trafc.................................... 34Understanding MSNDirect

Trafc.................................... 35

Adding or Renewing Trafc

Subscriptions ........................ 35

Receiving Trafc Information... 35Trafc in Your Area.................. 36

Trafc on Your Route............... 36

Viewing the Trafc Map........... 37

Viewing Trafc Delays............. 37

Viewing Offers ......................... 37Customizing the nvi ....... 38Changing the System

Settings ................................. 38

Changing the Navigation

Settings ................................. 39


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Adjusting the Display

Settings ................................. 39

Updating the Time Settings ..... 40Setting the Languages............. 40

Changing the Map Settings ..... 41

Changing Security Settings ..... 41

Setting the Bluetooth

Technology Options .............. 42Changing the Proximity Points

Settings ................................. 43

Viewing Trafc Subscription

Information ............................ 43

Restoring All Settings .............. 44

Appendix ........................... 45Caring for Your nvi ................ 45

Locking Your nvi .................... 46

Calibrating the Screen ............. 47Updating the Software ............. 47

Clearing User Data .................. 47

Battery Information ................. 47

Charging Your nvi .................. 48

Changing the Fuse .................. 48

Removing the nvi and

Mount .................................... 48

Mounting on YourDashboard ............................ 49

nMaps Guarantee................ 49

Additional Maps ....................... 50

About GPS Satellite Signals .... 50

Extras and OptionalAccessories ........................... 50

Garmin Travel Guide ............... 52

Contact Garmin ....................... 52

Registering Your nvi............... 52

Specications.......................... 53Declaration of Conformity ........ 56

Software License Agreement... 56

Troubleshooting ...................... 57

Index .................................. 60


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iv nvi 1200/1300/1400 Series Owners Manual

nvi 1200/1300/1400 Series Models

nvi 1200/1300/1400 Series Models

ModelBluetooth

TechnologyLane

AssistJunction

ViewSpeaks

Street NamesSpeed Limits

on Map

1200

1210/1260/1410

1240/1250 1245/1255/1350

1300Europe

only Europe only

1310

Europe

only

1340Europe

only

1370

1440/1450

1390/1490

NOTE: Go to www.garmin.comor see the packaging contents on your productbox for more information.
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nvi 1200/1300/1400 Series Owners Manual 1

Getting Started

Getting Started

Looking at Your nvi

Mini-USB connectorSpeaker

microSDcard slot

Power button:Press to turn the nvi on and off.

Microphone

NOTE: Depending on your nvimodel, some images and screen

shots could look different.

Using the Main Menu

GPS satellite strength.

Bluetooth technology status.

Touch to select a usage mode.

Current time. Touch to changetime settings.

Battery status.

Touch to nd a destination.

Touch to view the map.

Touch to make a call whenconnected to a compatiblemobile phoneon some models.

Touch to adjust the volume.

Touch to use the tools such as

settings and Help.
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2 nvi 1200/1300/1400 Series Owners Manual

Getting Started

Setting Up Your nviBefore mounting the nvi, see theImportant Safety and Product Informationguide for informationabout laws pertaining to windshield mounting.

Mounting Your nvi1. Remove the clear plastic from the suction cup. Place the suction cup on the

windshield.

2. Flip the lever back toward the windshield.

3. Snap the cradle onto the suction cup arm.4. Plug the vehicle power cable into the back of

your nvi.

5. Plug the other end of the vehicle powercable into a power outlet in your vehicle.

Your unit should turn on automatically if it isplugged in and the vehicle is running. Follow the on-screen instructions.

6. Fit the bottom of your nvi into the cradle.

7. Tilt your nvi back until it snaps into place.

8. If you are using a trafc receiver in Europe,

connect the external antenna to the trafcreceiver and secure it to the windshield usingthe suction cups. (Trafc receivers are includedin some nvi packages. See page iv.)

WARNING: This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent damage, remove the unit from thevehicle when exiting or store it out of direct sunlight.

Suction cup mount

Cradle

Suction cup mount

Cradle

Vehicle powercable

Vehicle powercable


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Getting Started

Acquiring Satellites1. Go outdoors to an open area,

away from tall buildings and trees.2. Turn on your nvi.

Acquiring satellite signals can take afew minutes. The bars indicatesatellite strength. When at least one

of the bars is green, your nvi hasacquired satellite signals.

Selecting a Usage Mode

Automobile

Pedestrian

Bicycle

Your nvi offers several usage

modes for navigation methods.Routing is calculated differentlybased on your usage mode. Forexample, in Pedestrian usage modewith cityXplorermaps loaded, your

nvi calculates a route that uses a

combination of public transit options,such as riding a bus or subway, and

walking. cityXplorer maps are notincluded with your nvi. Seewww.garmin.comto purchasecityXplorer maps.

To change your usage mode:

1. From the Main menu, touch theusage mode icon on the upper-left corner.

2. Select a mode, and touch OK.

3. TouchYes, and follow the

on-screen instructions tocongure your settings.

Navigating Off RoadIf you are not following roadwaysas you navigate, use Off Road

mode. Touch Tools> Settings>Navigation > Route Preference >OffRoad> OK.
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Getting Started

Using the Power ButtonPress and quickly release the Powerbutton to view additional options:

Touch and to adjust thescreen brightness.

Touch Lock Screento prevent

accidental screen touches.Touch Power Offto turn off yournvi. You can also turn off thenvi by holding the power buttonfor approximately three seconds.

Resetting Your nviIf your nvi stops functioning, resetyour nvi by pressing and holdingthe Powerbutton.

Adjusting the VolumeFrom the Main menu, touch Volume.Touch and to adjust thevolume. Touch the box next to Muteto mute all audio.

Navigating the ScreensTo quickly return to the Mainmenu, touch and hold .

Touch and to see morechoices. Touch and hold to scrollfaster.

Finding YourYour DestinationThe Where To? menu providesseveral different categories for youto use when searching for addresses,cities, and other locations. The

detailed maps loaded in your nvicontain millions of points of interest,such as restaurants, hotels, and autoservices.


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Getting Started

1. Touch Where To?.

2. Select a category.

3. Select a subcategory.

4. Select a destination.

5. Touch Go!.


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Getting Started

Navigating in PedestrianUsage Mode

Using the Itinerary PageIn Pedestrian usage mode, theItinerary page appears after youtouch Go!.

Select a leg of the route to viewmore detailed instructions, ortouch Start to create a route.

Using the Route OptionsPage

In Pedestrian usage mode, the RouteOptions page appears after you touchGo! if you have cityXplorer maps forthe current metropolitan area loadedon your nvi. See www.garmin.comto purchase cityXplorer maps.

1. Select a route from the RouteOptions page to view the Itinerary

page. Each route on the pageoffers a different combinationof public transit or pedestrianoptions.

2. Touch Start.


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Getting Started

Adding a Stop1. While navigating a route, touch

> Where To?.

2. Search for the extra stop.

3. Touch Go!.

4. Touch Add as Via Pointtoadd this stop before your nal

destination.

Changing Destinations1. While navigating a route, touch

> Where To?.

2. Search for the extra stop.3. Touch Go!.

4. Touch Set as New Destinationtomake this your nal destination.

Taking a Detour1. While navigating a route, touch

.

2. Touch or .

If the route you are currently takingis the only reasonable option, thenvi might not calculate a detour.

Stopping the Route1. With a route active, touch Menu.

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Where To?

Where To?

The Where To? menu providesseveral different categories you canuse to search for locations. To learnhow to perform a simple search, seepage 4.

Finding an Address

NOTE: Depending on the versionof the maps loaded on your nvi,the button names can changeand some steps could be ordered

differently.

1. Touch Where To?> Address.

2. Change the state, the country, orthe province, if necessary.

3. Touch Search All.

If you know the city, touch SpellCity, enter the city/postal code,and touch Done. Select thecity/postal code in the list. (Not allmap data provides postal code

searching.)

4. Enter the number of the address,and touch Done.

5. Enter the street name, and touchDone.

6. Select the correct street in the list,if necessary.

7. Touch the address, if necessary.

Setting a Home LocationSet your home location for the placeyou return to most often.

1. To set your home location, touch

Where To?> Go Home.2. Select an option:

Enter your address.

Use your current location.

Choose from a list of recently

found locations.

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Where To?

Changing Your HomeLocation

1. Touch Tools> My Data> SetHome Location.

2. Select an option:

Enter your address.

Use your current location.

Choose from a list of recentlyfound locations.

Editing Your Home Location1. Touch Where To?> Favorites >

All Favorites >Home.

2. Touch Edit, enter your changes,and touch Done.

If you delete your home location,you can reset it by following thesteps onpage 8.

Using the Go! PageAfter you have selected a location tonavigate to, the Go! page opens.

Touch to view moreinformation for the location.

Touch and to zoom in

and out.

Touch to call this location whenconnected to phone.

Touch to save this location toyour Favorites.

Touch to create a turn-by-turnroute to this location.

Touch to return to the previouspage. Touch and hold to returnto the Main menu.


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Where To?

Providing Feedback onPoints of Interest1. On the Go! page, touch the whiteGo! page, touch the white

box. Detailed information for thelocation appears.

2. Touch Feedbackfor the followingoptions:

Edit Ratingtouch a circle togive the point of interest (POI)a rating from 1 to 5 stars.

Report Errorthe itemwill be removed from futuresearches. Reports will be sentto Garmin when your nvi isconnected to a computer. Seepage 24.

Edit Phone Numberusethe keyboard to change the

phone number.

Finding a Place bySpelling the NameUse the on-screen keyboard to spellthe name of the destination you arelooking for. You can also enter letterscontained in the name to narrow thesearch.

1. Touch Where To?> Points ofInterest> Spell Name.

2. Using the on-screen keyboard,enter letters of the name of yourdestination.

3. Touch Done.

Using the On-ScreenKeyboardWhen an on-screen keyboardappears, touch a letter or number to

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Where To?

Touch to add a space. Touchand to move the cursor

(available on some nvi models).Touch to delete a character. Touchand hold to erase the entire entry.

Touch Modeto select the keyboardlanguage mode. Touch to

enter special characters, such aspunctuation marks. To change thekeyboard layout, seepage 38.

Searching Near AnotherNear AnotherLocation1. Touch Where To?> Near.


Where I Am Nowsearchnear your current location.

A Different Citysearch nearthe city you enter.

A Recent Destinationsearch near recent destination

A Favorite Destinationselect a destination from

Favorites.My Current Routesearchalong your active route.

My Destinationsearch nearyour current destination.


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Where To?

Finding Recently FoundPlacesYour nvi stores the last 50 of yourrecent nds in the Recently Foundlist. The most-recently viewed placesappear at the top of the list. TouchWhere To?> Recently Found to

view your recently found items.

Deleting Recently FoundPlacesTo remove all places from theRecently Found list, touch Clear> Yes. All items from the list areremoved, but this does not delete theactual place from your nvi.

Using Favoritesvorites

You can save places in yourFavorites so you can quickly ndthem and create routes to them.Your home location is also stored inFavorites.

Saving Your Current LocationFrom the Map page, touch . Touch

Save Locationto save your currentlocation.

Saving Places You Find1. From the Go! page, touch Save.

2. Touch OK. The place is saved inFavorites.

Finding Saved Places1. Touch Where To?.

2. Touch Favorites.

3. Select a category. Your savedlocations are listed.

Editing Saved Places1. Touch Where To?> Favorites.

2. Select the category and the

location you want to edit.3. Touch Edit.

4. Touch an item to edit:

Change Nameenter a newname, and touch Done.


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Where To?

Attach Photoselect apicture that you have loaded

on your nvi or on a memorycard to assign to the location.

Change Map Symboltoucha new symbol used to markthis location on the map.

Change Phone Number

enter a phone number, andtouch Done.

Change Categoriesselectanother category for thelocation.

DeletetouchYesto removethis item from the Favoriteslist.

Finding a Place Usingthe MapUse the Browse Map page to viewdifferent parts of the map. TouchWhere To?> Browse Map.

Tips for Browsing the MapTouch the map, and drag to view

different parts of the map.Touch and to zoom in andout.

Touch any object on the map.An arrow appears, pointing at

the object, and a box displaysinformation on the location.When the box displays Press formore, several POIs exist at thatlocation. Press to see the list of

POIs.Touch Saveto save this location.

Touch Go! to navigate to thelocation.

If the GPS simulator is on, touch

Set Locationto set your locationto the selected location. Seepage38.
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Where To?

Entering CoordinatesIf you know the geographic

coordinates of your destination, youcan use your nvi to navigate to yourdestination using the latitude andlongitude coordinates. This can beespecially helpful when geocaching.

1. Touch Where To?>Coordinates.

2. Touch the coordinate you want toadjust.

3. Touch Formatto select the

correct coordinate format for thetype of map you are using.

4. Enter the coordinates, and touchNext.

Using Photo NavigationYou can load pictures with location

information onto your nvi and thencreate routes to them.

1. Go to http://connect.garmin.com/photos(not available in all areas)to download pictures with location

information.2. Follow instructions on the Web

site to select and load pictures.

3. Touch Where To?> Favorites> Photos. Pictures with location

information are listed.4. Touch a picture.
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Using the Map Pages

Using the Map Pages

Your route is marked with amagenta line. As you travel, yournvi guides you to your destinationwith voice prompts, arrows on themap, and directions at the top ofthe map. A checkered ag marks

your destination. If you departfrom the original route, your nvirecalculates the route and providesnew directions.

A speed limit icon may appear asyou travel on major roadways. Thisicon displays the current speed limitof the roadway.

On some models, the turn indicatoralso includes Lane Assist, which tellsyou which lane you should be in toprepare for your next maneuver. Seepage ivto view a list of models thatinclude Lane Assist.

Touch to view the next turn.

Touch to view the turn list. Touch to zoom in and zoom

out.

Touch to return to the Mainmenu.

Touch to display a differentdata eld.

Touch to view the Where Am I?page.

Touch to view the tripcomputer.


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Using the Map Pages

Viewing the TripComputer

The trip computer displays yourcurrent speed and provides statisticsabout your trip. To view the tripcomputer, touch the Speedeld onthe map.

NOTE: If you make frequentstops, leave the nvi turned on soit can accurately measure elapsedtime during the trip.

Resetting Trip ComputerInformationFrom the map, touch the Speedeld.Touch Reset> Reset Trip Datato reset the information on the tripcomputer.

Touch Reset> Reset Maxto resetthe maximum speed.

Touch Reset> Reset Fuel Pricetoreset the fuel price.

Viewing the Turn List

When you are navigating a route,the turn list displays turn-by-turninstructions for your entire route andthe distance between turns.

Touch the text bar on the top of themap to open the turn list. Touch aturn on the list to view the next turnfor that route. Touch Show Maptoview the entire route on the BrowseMap page.

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Using the Map Pages

Viewing the Next TurnPage

When you are navigating a route, thenext turn shows the turn on the mapand the distance and time left beforeyou reach the turn.

To view an upcoming turn on themap, touch the turn indicator in thetop left corner of the map, or touchany turn from the turn list.

Viewing the JunctionView Page

On some nvi models, the JunctionView page displays a view of someupcoming junctions and in whichlane you should be driving. To viewthe Junction View page, touch the

upper-left corner of the Map page.To access the Junction View pagefrom the Next Turn page, touchJunction View.

Seepage ivto view which nvi

models include Junction View.

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Using the Map Pages

Using the PedestrianMap Page

In Pedestrian usage mode, your routeis displayed on a two-dimensionalmap. The , , , , , ,and icons indicate the navigation

method for that section of the route.For example, when you see ,board a bus at that point in the route.

Touch to toggle betweenlegs of the route. The nvi

zooms in and out on each legof your route, but it does notautomatically move to the nextleg.

Touch to view the route

itinerary. Touch to zoom in and zoom

out.

Touch to recenter the map onyour current location.

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Making Hands-Free Phone Calls

Making Hands-Free

Phone CallsBluetooth wireless technology isavailable on some nvi models. Seepage iv.

Bluetooth wireless technology

establishes a wireless link betweentwo devices, such as a mobile phoneand your nvi. To determine whetheryour mobile phone with Bluetoothtechnology is compatible with the

nvi, go to www.garmin.com/bluetooth.

The rst time you use two devicestogether you must pair them byestablishing a relationship using

a PIN or passkey. After the initialpairing, the two devices can

connect automatically each time youturn them on.

NOTE: You might have to setyour mobile phone to connect tothe nvi automatically when it isturned on.

Pairing Your PhoneTo pair and connect, your phone andthe nvi must be turned on and bewithin 33 ft. (10 m) of each other.

Initiate pairing from your nvi orfrom your phone. Refer to yourphone instructions.

Pairing Using Your PhoneSettings

1. Touch Tools> Settings>Bluetooth.

2. Select Enabled.

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3. Enable the Bluetooth componenton your phone. This might be in a

menu called Settings, Bluetooth,Connections, or Hands-free.

4. Initiate a search for Bluetoothdevices.

5. Select the nvi from the list ofdevices.

6. Enter the nvi Bluetooth PIN(1234) into your phone.

Pairing Using the nviSettings1. From the Main menu, touch Tools

> Settings> Bluetooth> Add.

2. Enable the Bluetooth componenton your phone, and enable FindMe/Discoverable/Visible mode.These settings might be in a

Bluetooth, a Connections, or aHands-free menu.

3. Touch OK on the nvi.

4. Select your phone, and touch OK.

5. Enter the nvi Bluetooth PIN(1234) in your phone.

When your phone is connected toyour nvi, you are ready to make

phone calls. Touch Phone on theMain menu to access the Phonemenu.

When you turn on the nvi, it tries toconnect to the last phone to which it

was connected.

Receiving a CallWhen you get a call, the IncomingCall window opens. Touch Answer

to answer the call. Touch Ignoretoignore the call and stop your phonefrom ringing.

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In a CallDuring a call, the In Callicon

appears. Touch > End Calltohang up. Touch > Call Optionsfor the following options:

Touch Tonesdisplays akeypad page so that you can use

automated systems, such as voicemail.

Transfer Audio To Phonethisis helpful if you want to turn offthe nvi but remain on the call,

or if you need privacy. To switchback, touch Transfer Audio ToDevice.

Mute Microphone.

NOTE: Depending on the screen

that appears on your nvi, the InCall icon could look different.

Using Call WaitingWhen you are on a call and you

receive a second call (call waiting),the Incoming Call window appears.Touch Answerto answer the call.The rst call is placed on hold.

Switching Between Calls

1. Touch > Switch To.

2. Touch End Callto hang up. Thisdoes not disconnect the call onhold.

Accessing the PhoneMenuFrom the Main menu, touch Phoneto open the Phone menu.

NOTE:Not all phones support all

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Using Your Phone BookEach time your phone connects

with the nvi, the phone book isautomatically loaded into the nvi.It can take a few minutes for thephone book to be available. Phonebook transfer is not available on allphones.

1. Touch Phone> Phone Book.

2. Touch the phone book entry(contact) you want to call.

3. Touch Callto call the contact.

Dialing a Point of Interest1. Touch Phone> Points of

Interest.

2. Search for the point of interestyou want to call.

3. Touch Callor touch the phonenumber.

Dialing a Number1. Touch Phone> Dial.

2. Enter the number, and touch Dial.

Viewing Your Call HistoryEach time your phone connects

to the nvi, your call history isautomatically transferred to the nvi.It can take a few minutes to transferthis data to the nvi.

1. Touch Phone> Call History.

2. Touch a category to view thosecalls. The calls are listed inchronological order. The most-recent calls are at the top of thelist.

3. Touch an entry, and touch Dial.

Calling HomeEnter a phone number for your homelocation so you can quickly callhome.

1. Touch Phone> Call Home.2. The nvi dials your home phone

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Entering Your Phone Number1. Touch Phone> Call Home.

2. Touch Enter Phone Numbertouse the keypad page or SelectFrom Phonebook(only availableif your phone supports phonebook transfer).

3. Touch Done>Yes. The nvi dials

your home phone number.

NOTE: To edit your homelocation or phone number, touchWhere To?> Favorites> Home> Edit.

Placing Calls Using VoiceDial

You can place calls by speaking thecontacts name. You might need totrain your phone to recognize yourvoice dial commands. Refer to yourphone instructions.

1. Touch Phone> Voice Dial.2. Speak the contact name.

Checking the Phone StatusCheck the battery level and signalstrength for your phone by touching

Phone> Status.

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Managing Files

You can store les, such as JPEGimage les, in the internal memoryon the nvi or on a memory card.

NOTE: The nvi is notcompatible with Windows95,

98, Me, Windows NT

, and Mac

OS 10.3 and earlier.

Supported File TypesJPEG and JPG image les: see

page 27Maps and GPX waypoint lesfrom MapSource: seepage 49

GPI custom POI les fromGarmin POI Loader: seepage 50

ConnectingYour nvi toYour ComputerWhen you connect your nvi to yourcomputer, you will see an option to

install myGarmin Agent

, which

monitors your computer USB portsand allows you to easily check for

available updates. Seepage 52formore information.

1. Insert a memory card (optional).Press it in until it clicks.

2. Connect the mini-USB connector

to the back of the nvi.3. Connect the larger end of the

cable to an available USB port onyour computer.

Your nvi and memory card appear

as removable drives in My Computerin Windows and as mounted volumeson Mac computers.

NOTE: Some computers withmultiple network drives can not

display nvi drives. See youroperating system Help le to learnhow to map the drives.

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Transferring Files1. Browse your computer for the le

you want to copy.2. Highlight the le., and click Edit>

Copy.

3. Open the Garmin or memorycard drive/volume.

4. Click Edit> Paste. The leappears in the list of les in thenvi memory or on the memorycard.

5. When you are nishedtransferring les, click in your

toolbar (system tray), or drag thevolume icon to the Trash onMac computers.

6. Unplug your nvi from yourcomputer.

Deleting Files1. Connect the nvi to your

computer, and open the nvi ormemory card drive/volume.

2. Highlight the le you want todelete.

3. Press the Deletekey on the

computer keyboard.CAUTION: If you do not knowthe purpose of a le, do notdeleteit. Your nvi memory containsimportant system les that shouldnot be deleted.

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Using the Tools

The Tools menu provides manyfeatures that are helpful when youare traveling.

From the Main menu, touch Tools.

Accessing the SettingsFor information about the settings,seepages 3844.

Using the Where Am I?

PageUse the Where Am I? page toview current location information,including hospitals, police stations,and fuel. This feature is helpful if

you need to tell emergency personnelyour location.

1. From the Main menu, touch Tools> Where Am I?.

2. Touch a button on the right toview the nearest locations in thatcategory.

3. Touch Save Locationto saveyour current location.

Accessing HelpTouch Helpto get information aboutusing your nvi.

Touch Searchto search help topicsfor a keyword.

Using MSN DirectYou can only access MSN Directcontent with an optional MSN Directreceiver. For more information, visithttp://garmin.msndirect.comor www.garmin.com/trafc. Topurchase an accessory, visithttp://buy.garmin.com.

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For information about activatingMSN Direct service or using MSN

Direct, refer to theMSN DirectOwners Manual Supplementatwww.garmin.com.

Using the Picture Viewer

Use the picture viewer to viewpictures that you have stored in yournvi or on a memory card.

1. Touch Tools > Picture Viewer.

Touch the arrows to scroll

through the images.2. Touch a picture to view a larger

image of it.

Touch to view informationon the selected picture.

Touch the map and drag toview different parts of themap.

Touch to hide the menubar.

3. Use the scroll bar at the bottom ofthe screen to change how manypictures appear on the screen.

Viewing a Slide Show1. Touch Tools> Picture Viewer>

. Each picture appears for afew moments.

2. Touch anywhere on the screen tostop the slide show.

Navigating to a PictureIf a picture contains locationinformation, you can create a routeto it.

1. Touch Tools> Picture Viewer.

2. Select a picture.

3. Touch > Go!.

Seepage 24for more information

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Accessing My DataUse this tool to manage and delete

your saved data, such as yourFavorites.

1. Touch Tools> My Data.


Set Home Location

Delete Selected Favorites

Clear Trip Log

View Map Errors

Using the World Clock1. Touch Tools> World Clock.2. To change a listed city, touch one

of the cities.

3. Enter a city name, and touchDone.

4. Select the correct city, ifnecessary.

5. Touch World Mapto view a map.Nighttime hours are shown in theshaded area.

6. Touch to view the clocks again.

Using the CalculatorTouch Tools> Calculatorto activatethe calculator.

Using the Unit Converter

1. Touch Tools > Unit Converter.2. Touch Conversion, select a type

of measurement, and touch OK.

3. Touch a unit of measure that youwant to change.

4. Select a unit of measure, andtouch OK. Repeat if necessary.

5. Touch the box next to the unit ofmeasure to enter a value.

6. Enter a value, and touch Done.The unit is converted.

7. Touch Clearto perform anotherconversion.

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Updating Conversion RatesYou can update the currency

conversion rates manually so thatyou are always using the mostcurrent rates.

1. Touch Tools> Unit Converter>Conversion.

2. Select Currency, and touch OK.3. Touch the currency buttons and

select the currencies you want toupdate.

4. Touch Update.

5. Touch the boxes next to thecurrencies to enter new rates.

6. Touch Saveto save the newrates. Touch Restoreto use theoriginal rates.

Using ecoRoute

Touch Tools> ecoRoute.

The ecoRoute feature calculatesyour vehicle fuel economy, carbonfootprint, and the fuel price ofnavigating to a destination, andoffers tools for improving fuel

efciency.

The data provided by the ecoRoutefeature are estimates only. Thedata is not actually read from yourvehicle. To receive more-accurate

fuel reports for your specic vehicleand driving habits, calibrate the fueleconomy.

The rst time you access theecoRoute features you will be asked

to enter fuel and mileage informationabout your vehicle.

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Viewing the Fuel ReportIf you have entered your vehicle

prole and the current fuel price,your nvi calculates the averagefuel economy for your vehicle, yourcarbon footprint, and the cost of thefuel consumed.

The fuel consumption data isbased on estimates for speed andacceleration for an average vehicle.

Touch Tools> ecoRoute> FuelReport.

TIP: To ensure fuel data is alwaysrecorded, keep your nvi turnedon while driving.

Calibrating the Fuel EconomyCalibrate the fuel economy to receive

more-accurate fuel reports for yourspecic vehicle and driving habits.Calibrate when you ll up your fueltank.

1. Calculate your miles per gallon or

liters per 100 kilometers.2. Touch Tools> ecoRoute> Fuel

Report> Calibrate.

3. Touch and to enter theresult from step 1.

4. Touch OK.

Adjusting the Fuel PriceEnter fuel price information tocalculate the fuel cost of routes andto calculate the fuel reports.

1. Touch Tools> ecoRoute> FuelPrice.

2. Enter the current fuel price, andtouch Done.

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Taking the Driving ChallengeThe Driving Challenge tool helps

you maximize your fuel economyby scoring your driving habits.The higher your overall score for aDriving Challenge, the more fuel youcould save.

Touch Tools> ecoRoute> DrivingChallenge> Start.

Understanding Your DrivingChallenge ScoreTouch on the Map page to view

details about your current challenge.The leaf color on the drivingchallenge icon changes depending onyour performance in the challenge.

Your overall score is the average of

three scores:

Acceleration scoregain points forgradual acceleration; lose points for

rapid acceleration.Deceleration scoregain points forgradual braking; lose points for hardbraking.

Speed scoregain points for drivingat the best speed for conservingfuel, which is 4560 mph for mostvehicles.

Stopping the Driving

Challenge1. From the Map page, touch .

2. Touch Stop>Yes.

Adjusting Your Vehicle ProleTouch Tools> ecoRoute> Vehicle

Prole.Fuel Typeselect a fuel type.

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City Fuel Efciencyenter theaverage city fuel efciency for your

vehicle.Hwy Fuel Efciencyenter theaverage highway fuel efciency foryour vehicle.

TIP: For best results, calibrateyour fuel economy instead ofadjusting the city and highwayfuel efciency here. Seepage 30.

Viewing the Mileage Report

Mileage reports provide the distance,the time, the average fuel economy,and the fuel cost of navigating to adestination.

A mileage report is created for

every route that you drive. If youstop a route on your nvi, a mileagereport is created for the distance youtraveled.

1. Touch Tools> ecoRoute>Mileage Report.

2. Select a report.You can view up to 20 mileagereports on your nvi. You can alsoaccess mileage reports in the Reportsfolder on your nvi drive/volume.

Viewing Driving TipsYour nvi provides driving tips tohelp you save fuel.

Touch Tools> ecoRoute> Tips.

Resetting ecoRouteData1. Touch Tools> ecoRoute.

2. Select the category you want to

reset, and touch Reset.

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Viewing OffersIf your nvi package includes a

trafc receiver, you will receivelocation-relevant offers and coupons.Ad-based trafc information is onlyavailable in North America.

The trafc receiver must be

connected to external power and youmust be in a coverage area to receivead-based trafc information. Whenan offer appears on the screen, touchthe offer to search for the nearest

location related to that offer. If theoffer includes a coupon icon, touchthe coupon icon on the Go! page toreceive a coupon code. Write downthis code and present it when youarrive at the location.

CAUTION: Do not attempt towrite down the coupon codeswhile driving.

To view a list of the offers you havereceived, touch Tools > Offers.

To disable offers, you must disabletrafc. Touch Tools > Settings >Trafc, and clear the Enable Trafccheck box.

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Using FM TMCTrafc

NOTE: Garmin is not responsiblefor the accuracy of the trafcinformation.

Your nvi can receive FM TMC

(Trafc Message Channel) trafcor MSNDirect trafc content,depending upon the trafc receiverconnected to your nvi.

Your nvi displays both types of

trafc content in the same manner.

For information about trafcreceivers and coverage areas, go towww.garmin.com/trafc.

Understanding FM TMCTrafcThe FM Trafc Message Channel(TMC) trafc receiver, which isintegrated in the vehicle power cable,

is included in some nvi packagesand is an optional accessory for all

series models. Seepage ivfor a listof which packages include trafcreceivers.

Mini-USB connector

Power LEDExternal antenna

connector

Vehicle poweradapter

Internal antenna

You do not need to activate thesubscription included with your FMtrafc receiver. The subscriptionactivates automatically after yournvi acquires satellite signals while

receiving trafc signals from the payservice provider. Go to www.garmin.com/trafcor www.garmin.comformore information.
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Trafc in Your AreaWhen you are receiving trafc

information, a trafc iconappearsin the upper-left corner of the Mappage. The trafc icon changes colorto indicate the severity of trafcconditions on your route or the roadyou are currently travelling.

Color Description Meaning

Green Low severityTrafc isowingnormally.

YellowMediumseverity

Trafc isslightlycongested.

Red High severity

Trafc isheavily

congestedor stopped.

Trafc on Your RouteWhen calculating your route, the

nvi examines the current trafc andautomatically optimizes the routefor the shortest time. If a severetrafc delay occurs on your routewhile you are navigating, the nviautomatically recalculates the route.You might still be routed throughtrafc if no better alternative routesexist.

Trafc icon

If a non-severe trafc delay occurson your route, touch the trafciconto display a tab that shows how muchtime the delay has added to yourroute. This time is already included

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Customizing the nvi1. Touch Tools > Settings.

2. Touch the setting you want tochange.

3. Touch the button under the settingname to change it.

Changing the SystemSettingsTouch Tools > Settings> System.

GPS Simulatorturn on thesimulator to turn off the GPS modeand simulate navigation, and to savebattery power.

Usage Modespecify how youwill be navigating to optimize

routes: Automobile, Pedestrian,orBicycle.

Keyboardtouch QWERTYfor a layout similar to a computerkeyboard, or touch ABCDE for an

alphabetical layout (only availableon the nvi 1300 and 1400 series).

Unitschange units of measure toKilometersor Miles.

Aboutdisplay the nvi software

version number, the unit ID number,and information on several othersoftware features. You need thisinformation when you updatethe system software or purchase

additional map data (seepage 50).Restorerestore the system settings.

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Changing the NavigationSettings

Touch Tools > Settings >Navigation.

Route Preferenceselect apreference for calculating your route:

Faster Timeto calculate routesthat are faster to drive but can belonger in distance.

Shorter Distanceto calculateroutes that are shorter in distance

but can take more time to drive.Off Roadto calculate point-to-point routes (without roads).

Less Fuel to calculate routesthat could use less fuel than other

routes. The route calculation isbased on road speeds and vehicleacceleration data for a givenroute.

Avoidancesselect the road typesyou want to avoid on your routes.

Transit Typesselect which modeof public transit you would like

your nvi to avoid when calculatingroutes. Available when cityXplorermaps are loaded. Seepage 6.

Restorerestore the originalnavigation settings.

Adjusting the DisplaySettingsTouch Tools > Settings> Display.

Color Modeselect Dayfora light background, Night fora dark background, or Auto toautomatically switch between thetwo.

Screen Shotturn on Screen Shotmode. Touch to take a screenshot. The picture bitmap le is savedin the screenshotsfolder on the nvidrive.

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Brightnessadjust the backlightbrightness level. Reducing the

backlight brightness increases yourbattery life.

Restorerestore the original displaysettings.

Updating the TimeSettingsTouch Tools > Settings> Time.

Select a time formatselect a 12-hour, 24-hour, or UTC time format.

Current Timemanually set thetime on your nvi. Select Automaticto have the nvi set the time basedon your location.

Restorerestore the original timesettings.

Setting the LanguagesTouch Tools> Settings> Language.

Voice Languagechange thelanguage for voice prompts.

Text Languagechange all on-screen text to the selected language.

Changing the text language does notchange the language of user-entereddata or map data, such as streetnames.

Keyboardselect the keyboard for

your language. Touch Mode on anykeyboard to change the keyboardlanguage.

Restorerestore the originallanguage settings.

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Changing the MapSettings

Touch Tools > Settings> Map.

Map Detailadjust the amount ofdetail shown on the map. Showingmore detail can cause the map toredraw slower.

Map Viewselect a mapperspective.

Track Updisplay the map intwo dimensions (2D) with your

direction of travel at the top.North Updisplay the map in2D with North at the top.

3Ddisplay the map in threedimensions (3D) in Track Up.

NOTE: In Pedestrian usage mode,North Up is the only map view.

Vehicletouch Changeto changethe icon used to display your positionon the map. Touch the icon you

want to use, and then touch OK.Download additional vehicle icons at

www.garmingarage.com.Trip Logshow or hide the log ofyour travels. To clear trip log, touchTools > My Data > Clear Trip Log.

Map Infoview the maps and the

version of each map loaded on yournvi. Touch a map to enable (checkmark) or disable (no check mark)that map.

Restorerestore the original map

settings.

Changing SecuritySettingsTouch Tools > Settings> Security.

Garmin Lockturn on GarminLockto lock your nvi. Enter a4-digit PIN, and set a securitylocation. For more information, seepage 46.

Customizing the nvi

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Safe Modeturn safe mode on oroff. When your vehicle is moving,

Safe mode disables all functions thatrequire signicant operator attentionand could become a distraction whiledriving.

Restorerestore the original

security settings. Note that restoringthe security settings will not clearyour Garmin Lock PIN or securitylocation.

Setting the BluetoothTechnology OptionsTouch Tools> Settings > Bluetooth.

Connectionstouch Add>OKto pair with a phone that has

Bluetooth wireless technology. Seepages 1923. Touch Change toconnect with a different phone.

Dropselect the phone you wantto disconnect, and touch Yes.

Removeselect the phone youwant to delete from the nvimemory, and touch Yes.

Bluetoothturn the Bluetoothcomponent on and off. The

Bluetoothicon appears on the Mainmenu if the Bluetooth component isturned on. To prevent a phone fromautomatically connecting, touchDisabled.

Friendly Nameenter a friendlyname that identies your nvi ondevices with Bluetooth technology.Touch Done.

Restorerestore the original

Bluetooth settings. This does notclear the pairing information.

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Changing the ProximityPoints Settings

You must have proximity points(such as custom POIs or a safetycamera database) loaded to adjustthe proximity points settings. Seepage 50. Touch Tools> Settings>

Proximity Points.Proximity Alertsturn the alertson or off when you approach customPOIs or safety cameras.

Restorerestore the proximity

points settings.

Viewing TrafcSubscriptionInformationThe trafc receiver is included insome nvi packages. Touch Tools >Settings> Trafc.

North American OptionsYour FM trafc subscriptions and

expiration dates are listed. TouchAdd to add a subscription.

Non-North America OptionsCurrentselect which providerto use. Touch Autoto use the best

provider for the area, or select aspecic provider to use.

Find Moresearch for additionalTMC trafc providers. To increasethe search time, touch Yesto clear

the provider table.

Subscriptionsview your FMtrafc subscriptions and expirationdates. Touch Add to add asubscription.

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Adding a SubscriptionYou can purchase additional

subscriptions or a renewal if yoursubscription expires. Go towww.garmin.com/fmtrafc.

NOTE: You do not need toactivate the subscription included

with your FM trafc receiver (if itcame with one). The subscriptionactivates automatically after yournvi acquires satellite signalswhile receiving trafc signalsfrom the service provider.

1. From the Main menu, touch Tools> Settings > Trafc.

2. For non-North American units,touch Subscriptions> Add. ForNorth American units, touch Add.

3. Write down the FM trafc receiverunit ID.

4. Go to www.garmin.com/fmtrafcto purchase a subscription andget a 25-character code.

5. Touch Nexton the nvi, enter thecode, and touch Done.

The trafc subscription code cannotbe reused. You must obtain a newcode each time you renew yourservice. If you own multiple FMtrafc receivers, you must obtain anew code for each receiver.

Restoring All Settings1. Touch Tools> Settings.

2. Touch Restore.

3. TouchYes.

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Appendix Cleaning the Touchscreen
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Appendix

Caring for Your nviYour nvi contains sensitiveelectronic components that can bepermanently damaged if exposedto excessive shock or vibration. To

minimize the risk of damage to yournvi, avoid dropping your unit andoperating it in high-shock and high-vibration environments.

Cleaning the Unit

The nvi is constructed of high-quality materials and does notrequire user maintenance other thancleaning. Clean the outer casingof the unit (not the touchscreen)

using a cloth dampened with a milddetergent solution, and then wipeit dry. Avoid chemical cleaners andsolvents that can damage plasticcomponents.

Cleaning the TouchscreenClean the touchscreen with a soft,clean, lint-free cloth. Use water,isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglasscleaner, if needed. Apply the liquidto the cloth, and then gently wipe thetouchscreen.

Protecting Your nviDo not store the nvi whereprolonged exposure to extremetemperatures can occur, becauseit can cause permanent damage.

Do not expose the nvi to water.Contact with water can cause thisunit to malfunction.

Although a PDA stylus can beused to operate the touchscreen,never attempt this whileoperating a vehicle. Never use ahard or sharp object to operatethe touchscreen because damagemight result.

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Avoiding TheftTo avoid theft, remove the unitand mount from sight when notin use. Remove the residue lefton the windshield by the suctioncup.

Do not keep your unit in theglove compartment.

Register your product athttp://my.garmin.com.

Use the Garmin Lock feature. Seebelow for more information.

Locking Your nviGarmin Lock is a theft-deterrentsystem that locks your nvi. Eachtime you turn on the nvi, enter thePIN or drive to the security location.

gSecurity.

2. Touch the button below GarminLock.

3. Enter a 4-digit PIN and drive to asecurity location.

What is a Security Location?

Your security location should be alocation you return to often, such asyour home. If the nvi has satellitesignals and you are at the securitylocation, you do not need to enterthe PIN.

NOTE: If you forget your PINand your security location, youmust send your nvi to Garminto get it unlocked. You must alsosend a valid product registration

or proof of purchase.

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Calibrating the Screen1. Turn off the nvi.

2. Hold the upper-left corner of thescreen while turning on the nvi.

3. Release the power key when theGarmin screen appears.

4. Continue to hold the upper-leftcorner of the touch screen for 30seconds until a white screen withPress dot appears.

Updating the Software1. Connect the nvi to your

computer using the mini-USBcable. The AutoPlay menu opens.

2. Double-click on to open themyGarmin Agent downloadpage. If the AutoPlay menu doesnot open, or you are on a Mac

computer, go to www.garmin.com/agent.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions.

After you have installed myGarminAgent, you will be prompted to

p y yconnect your nvi to your computer.myDashboard checks your nvifor current software and providesadditional information about yournvi.

Clearing User DataIMPORTANT: This deletes alluser-entered information.

1. Hold your nger on the lower-rightcorner of the nvi screen whileturning on the nvi.

2. Keep your nger pressed until thepop-up window appears.

3. TouchYesto clear all user data.

All original settings are restored.Any items that you have saved areerased.

Appendix

Battery Information Changing the Fuse
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yTo maximize the lifetime of the

battery, do not leave your nvi indirect sunlight, and avoid prolongedexposure to excessive heat.

The battery icon in the cornerof the Main menu indicates the status

of the nvi battery. To increase theaccuracy of the battery gauge, fullydischarge the battery and then fullycharge it. Do not unplug the nviuntil it is totally charged.

Charging Your nviCharge your nvi for at least 4 hoursbefore using on battery power.

Connect the vehicle power cable.

Connect the USB cable (includedin some packages).

Connect an AC adapter (optionalaccessory).

g gCAUTION: When replacing thefuse, do not lose any of the smallpieces, and ensure they are putback in the proper place.

If your unit will not charge in yourvehicle, you might need to replace

the fuse located at the tip of thevehicle adapter.

1. Unscrew theblack, roundend piece, andremove it.

2. Remove thefuse (glass andsilver cylinder),and replace itwith a 1 A fast-blow fuse.

3. Ensure that the silver tip is placedin the black end piece. Screw onthe black end piece.

Endpiece

Silver tip

Fuse

Endpiece

Silver tip

Fuse

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gMount

To remove the nvi from the cradle,press the tab of the cradle whiletilting the nvi forward.

To remove the cradle from themount, turn the cradle to the right or

left. Apply pressure in that directionuntil the cradle snaps off the mount.

To remove the suction cup mountfrom the windshield, ip the levertoward you. Pull the tab on the

suction cup toward you.

Mounting on YourDashboardUse the enclosed mounting disk to

mount your unit to the dashboard andcomply with certain state regulations.

pmounting adhesive is extremelydifcult to remove after it isinstalled.

1. Clean and dry the dashboardwhere you are placing the disk.

2. Remove the backing from theadhesive on the bottom of thedisk.

3. Place the disk on the dashboard.

4. Remove the clear plastic coverfrom the top of the disk.

5. Place the suction cup mount

on top of the disk. Flip the leverdown (toward the disk).

nMaps Guarantee

To receive one free map update

(if available), register your nvi athttp://my.garmin.comwithin 60 daysof acquiring satellites and drivingwith your nvi. You are not eligiblefor the free map update if youregister by phone or wait longer than

Appendix

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with your nvi.

Additional MapsYou can purchase additional mapsfor your nvi. To see a list of mapsthat are compatible with your nvi,go to your nvi product page on theGarmin Web site (www.garmin.com), and click the Mapstab.

About GPS SatelliteSignalsYour nvi must acquire GPS(Global Positioning System) satellitesignals in order to navigate. If youare indoors, near tall buildings ortrees, or in a parking garage, your

nvi may not acquire satellites. Gooutside to an area free from tallobstructions to use your nvi.

When your nvi has acquiredsatellite signals, the signal strength

. When it loses satellite signals,the bars turn red or clear .

For more information about GPS, goto www.garmin.com/aboutGPS.

Extras and Optional

AccessoriesFor more information about optionalaccessories, go to http://buy.garmin.comor www.garmin.com/extras, orcontact your Garmin dealer.

Custom Points of InterestUse the POI Loader to load custompoints of interest (POIs) onto yournvi. POI databases are availablefrom various companies on the

Internet. Some custom databasescontain alert information for points,such as safety cameras and schoolzones.

Appendix

Go to www.garmin.com/extras, andli k POI L d i ll h POI

Safety CamerasS f i f i i
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click POI Loader to install the POILoader onto your computer. Formore information, refer to the POILoader Help le. Press F1to openthe Help le.

To view your Custom POIs, touchWhere To?> Extras> CustomPOIs.

To change the proximity alertsettings, touch Tools> Settings> Proximity Points> Proximity

Alerts.To delete the Custom POIs fromyour nvi, connect your nvi to yourcomputer. Open the POI folder in thenvi drive or the memory card drive.

Delete the le titled poi.gpi.

Safety camera information isavailable in some locations. Checkhttp://my.garmin.comfor availability.For these locations, the nvi includesthe locations of hundreds of safetycameras. Your nvi alerts you whenyou are approaching a safety camera

and can warn you if you are drivingtoo fast. The data is updated at leastweekly, so you always have access tothe most up-to-date information.

You can purchase a new region

or extend an existing subscriptionat any time. Each region that youpurchase has an expiration date.

CAUTION: Garmin is notresponsible for the accuracy of,

or the consequences of using,a custom POI or safety cameradatabase.

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The Garmin Travel Guide provides

detailed information about places,such as restaurants and hotels. Topurchase an accessory, go tohttp://buy.garmin.comor contactyour Garmin dealer.

To use the travel guide, insert thememory card into your nvi. TouchWhere To?> Extras. Touch thename of your travel guide to open it.

Contact GarminContact Garmin Product Supportif you have questions. In the USA,go to www.garmin.com/support, orcontact Garmin USA by phone at(913) 397-8200 or (800) 800-1020.

In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe)Ltd. by phone at 0808 2380000.

/supportand click Contact Supportfor in-country support information,or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. byphone at +44 (0) 870.8501241.

Registering Your nviGo to http://my.garmin.comtoregister your nvi. Seepage 24forinformation about connecting yournvi to your computer.

1. Plug in your nvi. You will see anoption to install the myGarmin

Agent (optional).

2. Follow the online instructionsto install myGarmin Agent andregister your nvi.

After you have registered your

nvi, you can subscribe to the latestGarmin online services.

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Specications Charge time: Up to 4 hours
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nvi 1200 Series

Physical size (W H D): 3.7 2.9 0.6in. (9.3 7.5 1.6 cm)

Weight:4 oz. (113.4 g)

Display: 3.5 in. diagonal, 320 240 pixels; 64K colors; bright

QVGA TFT landscape display;white backlight; touchscreen

Case: Not waterproof (IPXO)

Operating temperature range:32F140F (0C60C)

Charging temperature range:32F113F (0C45C)

Data storage: Internal memory andoptional removable microSDcard. Data stored indenitely.

Computer interface: USB 2.0 fullspeed mass storage

Operating system: Garmin

Power input: Vehicle power using

included vehicle power cableor AC power using an optionalaccessory

Usage: 5 W max.

Battery life: Up to 3 hours

Battery type: Non-user-replaceablerechargeable lithium-ion battery

GPS receiver: High-sensitivity withHotFix

Acquisition times*:

Warm:


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Physical size (W H D): 4.8 2.9 0.6 in. (12.2 7.5 1.6cm)

Weight:5.7 oz. (161.6 g)

Display: 4.3 in. diagonal, 480 272 pixels; 64K colors; brightWQVGA TFT landscapedisplay; white backlight;touchscreen







Charge time: Up to 4 hours

included vehicle power cableor AC power using an optionalaccessory

Usage: 5 W max.


Battery type: Non-user-replaceable

rechargeable lithium-ion batteryGPS receiver: High-sensitivity with

HotFix

Acquisition times*:Warm:


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Physical size (W H D): 5.4 3.4 0.6 in. (13.7 8.6 1.6 cm)

Weight:7.8 oz. (221.1 g)

Display: 5.0 in. diagonal, 480 272 pixels; 64K colors; brightWQVGA TFT landscapedisplay; white backlight;touchscreen







Charge time: Up to 4 hours

Power input: Vehicle power using

or AC power using an optionalaccessory

Usage: 5 W max.


Battery type: Non-user-replaceablerechargeable lithium-ion battery

GPS receiver: High-sensitivity withHotFix

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Conformity

Hereby, Garmin declares that thisnvi product is in compliance with theessential requirements and other relevantprovisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Toview the full Declaration of Conformity,go to the Web site for your Garmin

product atwww.garmin.com.

Software LicenseAgreementBY USING THE nvi, YOU AGREETO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS ANDCONDITIONS OF THE FOLLOWINGSOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT.PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENTCAREFULLY.

Garmin grants you a limited license to

use the software embedded in this device(the Software) in binary executableform in the normal operation of theproduct. Title, ownership rights, andintellectual property rights in and to theSoftware remain in Garmin.

is the property of Garmin and isprotected under the United States

of America copyright laws andinternational copyright treaties. Youfurther acknowledge that the structure,organization, and code of the Softwareare valuable trade secrets of Garminand that the Software in source code

form remains a valuable trade secret ofGarmin. You agree not to decompile,disassemble, modify, reverse assemble,reverse engineer, or reduce to humanreadable form the Software or any partthereof or create any derivative works

based on the Software. You agree not toexport or re-export the Software to anycountry in violation of the export controllaws of the United States of America.

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Problem/Question Solution/Answer

My nvi never getssatellite signals.

Take your nvi out of parking garages and awayfrom tall buildings and trees. Remain stationary forseveral minutes.

The suction cupwill not stay on my

windshield.

Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbingalcohol. Dry with a clean, dry cloth. Mount the

suction cup as described on page 2.My nvi does notcharge in my vehicle.

Check the fuse in the vehicle power cable (see page48).

Ensure the vehicle is turned on and is supplyingpower to the power outlet.

Your nvi can only charge between 32F and 113F(between 0C and 45C). If the nvi is placed indirect sunlight or in a hot environment, it cannotcharge.

My battery does notstay charged for very

long.

To maximize the time between charges, turn downthe backlight. Touch Tools> Settings> Display>

Brightness.How do I clear all ofmy user data?

Hold your nger on the lower-right corner of thenvi screen while it is turning on. Keep your ngerpressed until the message appears. TouchYestoclear all user data.

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My battery gauge

does not seemaccurate.

Allow the unit to fully discharge, and fully charge it

(without interrupting the charge cycle).

The touchscreen isnot responding to mytouches.

Calibrate the touchscreen as described onpages 4445.

How do I know mynvi is in USB massstorage mode?

When your nvi is in USB mass storage mode, apicture of a nvi connected to a computer is shown.Also, you should see two new removable disk driveslisted in My Computer.

My computer never

senses that the nviis connected.

1. Unplug the USB cable from your computer.

2. Turn off the nvi.3. Plug the USB cable into a USB port on

your computer and into your nvi. The nviautomatically turns on and goes into USB massstorage mode. Ensure your nvi is connected toa USB port and not a USB hub.

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I cannot see any new

removable drives inmy list of drives.

If you have several network drives mapped on your

computer, Windows can have trouble assigningdrive letters to your nvi drives. See your operatingsystem Help le to learn how to map or assign driveletters.

How can I ndrestaurants near thehotel I will be stayingat in the future?

Save the hotel in your Favorites. See page 12formore information on Favorites. You can then searchnear the hotel for restaurants.

1. Touch Where To? > Near.2. Select A Favorite Destination.3. Select a destination.4. Touch Points of Interest> Food and Drink.5. Select a category. Your nvi searches for

locations near the hotel.6. Select a restaurant.

My phone will notconnect to the nvi.

Ensure you have a nvi with Bluetooth. See page iv.

Touch Tools> Settings> Bluetooth. Verify that theBluetooth eld is set to Enabled.

Ensure your phone is turned on and is less than 33feet (about 10 meters) away from your nvi.

See www.garmin.com/bluetoothfor more help.

Index

Index Bbackground color 39

caring for your nvi 45

charging your nvi 48, 57
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Symbols2-D, 3-D map view 41

A

acceleration score 31

accessories 50, 51

additional maps 50addresses 8

advertisements

disabling 33

alarm clock 52

alerts

safety camera 51anti-theft feature 41, 46

attaching a photo to a

location 13

audio version 38

avoiding

road types 39

theft 46

battery 47, 57

battery information 47bicycle navigation 38

Bluetooth technology

1923

calling from Go!

page 9deleting a phone 42

on nvi models iv

pairing with phone 19

settings 42

brightness 40

browsing the map 13

C

calculator 28

call

answering 20

call waiting 21hanging up 21

history 22

home 22

muting 21

city maps 3,6

convertingcurrency 29

units 28

coordinates 14

current location, save 12

customizing the nvi3844

custom POIs 51

D

dashboard disk 49

deceleration score 31Declaration of Conformity

56

deleting

all user data 47

character 11

custom POIs 51Favorites 13

recent nds list 12

detail maps 41

detour 7

Index

diacritical characters 11

display settings 39

F

Favorites 12

G

Garmin Lock 41, 46


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Driving Challenge 31

driving directions 16

E

ecoRoute 2932

calibrate fuel economy

30

Driving Challenge 31fuel report 30

mileage report 32

tips 32

vehicle prole 29

editing saved placeschange categories 13

change map symbol

13

change name 12

change phone number

13extras 5051

feedback on POIs 10

les 2425deleting 25

supported types 24

nding places 4

by address 8

by coordinates 14by name 10

by postal code 8

near another location

11

recent selections 12

saved places(Favorites) 12

using photos 1415

free map update 49

fuel price, adjusting 30

fuel report 30

fuse, changing 48

Garmin Travel Guide 52

geocaching 14Go! page options 9

go home 8

GPS

about GPS 50

off/on 38H

Help 26

home

phone number 22

setting a location 8I

incoming call 20

itinerary page 6

J

JPEG image les 24Junction View 17

on nvi models iv

Index

K

keyboard 10

Map Info button 41

pedestrian 18

N

navigation 15


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language mode 11, 40

layout 38kilometers 38

L

Lane Assist

on nvi models iv

using 15language settings 40

latitude 14

lithium-ion battery 47,

53, 54, 55

lockthe nvi 46

the screen 4

longitude 14

M

mapadding 50

browsing 13

detail level 41

enabling detail maps

41

settings 41

version 41viewing 41

zooming 13

MapSource 24, 50

max speed, reset 16

measurements, converting28

mileage report 32

miles 38

mounting

on dashboard 49

on windshield 57removing from mount

48

MSN Direct 2627

trafc 35

mute

audio 4

phone call 21

My Data 28

mode 38

settings 39next turn 17

nMaps Guarantee 49

nvi

case 1

charging 48cleaning 45

models iv

mounting 49

protecting 45

resetting 4

nvi models1200 iv

1300 iv

1400 iv

O

off road, routing 3, 39on-screen keyboard 10

output, audio 4


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Index

specications

nvi 1200 series 53

i 1300 i 54

using an MSN Direct

receiver 35

t f i l 25

V

vehicle icon 41

hi l l 31


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nvi 1300 series 54

nvi 1400 series 55speed limit icon 15

on nvi models iv

speed score 31

storing the nvi 45

supported le types 24system settings 38

T

text language 40

time settings 40

time zone 40tools 2631

touchscreen

calibrating 47, 58

cleaning 45

settings 40

Track Up 41trafc 34

adding trafc

subscriptions 43

incidents 36

transferring les 25

trip computer 16trip log 41

troubleshooting 57

turn-by-turn directions 16

turn list 16

Uunit converter 28

unit ID 38

updating

maps 49, 50

software 47usage mode 3, 38

USB 58

mass-storage mode

24

user data, delete 47

vehicle prole 31

voice dial 23voice language 40

voice mail 21

W

walking route 38

WebUpdater 47Where Am I? 26

Where to? 814

world clock 28

Z

zoom 13


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