Operation Manual

Orientation: Sets the screen orientation. The device
automatically enters landscape mode when it is mounted in
the optional motorcycle mount.
Bluetooth Settings
To open the Bluetooth settings, from the main menu, select
Settings > Bluetooth.
Bluetooth: Enables Bluetooth wireless technology.
Discoverable: Allows wireless headsets and phones to find the
device.
Friendly Name: Allows you to enter a friendly name that
identifies your devices with Bluetooth wireless technology.
Disabling Bluetooth
1
Select Settings > Bluetooth.
2
Select Bluetooth.
Traffic Settings
To open the traffic settings page, from the main menu, select
Settings > Traffic.
Traffic: Enables traffic.
trafficTrends™: Enables the trafficTrends feature.
Units and Time Settings
To open the Units and Time settings page, from the main menu,
select Settings > Units & Time.
Current Time: Sets the device time.
Time Format: Allows you to select a 12-hour, 24-hour, or UTC
display time.
Units: Sets the unit of measure used for distances.
Position Format: Sets the coordinate format and datum used
for geographical coordinates.
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: Sets the language for your keyboard.
Proximity Alerts Settings
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 page, 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 license agreements that apply to
your choice.
NOTE: You need this information when you update the
system software or purchase additional map data.
Garmin Lock: Allows you to lock your device by entering a 4-
digit PIN and setting a security location.
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.
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Power Cables
Your device can be powered various ways.
• Vehicle power cable
• USB cable
• AC adapter (optional accessory)
Charging the Device
You can charge the battery in the device using any of these
methods.
• Connect the device to the vehicle power cable when it is in
the automotive mount.
• Connect the device to a computer using the included USB
cable.
• Connect the device to an optional power adapter accessory,
such as a wall power adapter.
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.
Your device contains sensitive electronic components that can
be permanently damaged when exposed to excessive shock or
vibration that exceeds normal motorcycle or automobile use. To
minimize the risk of damage to your device, avoid dropping and
operating it in extreme high-shock and high vibration
environments.
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.
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