nüvi 2580TV ® Quick Start Manual February 2012 190-01473-01_0A Printed in Taiwan
Getting Started ‹ WARNING S ee the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. When using your device for the first time, complete the following tasks. 1 Mount the device (page 2). 2 Register the device (page 3). 3 Check for updates. • Software updates (page 3). • Free map update (page 3). 4 Download the full owner’s manual (page 3). Mounting the Device ‹ WARNING This product contains a lithium-ion battery.
About myDashboard Use myDashboard to register your device, check for software and map updates, access product manuals and support, and more. Setting Up myDashboard 1 Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the device. 2 Connect the USB cable to the USB port on your computer. 3 Go to www.garmin.com/dashboard. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions. Registering the Device 1 From myDashboard, click Register Now. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. Updating the Software 1 Open myDashboard (page 3).
Finding Points of Interest The detailed maps loaded in your device contain points of interest, such as restaurants, hotels, and auto services. 1 Select Where To? > Points of Interest. 2 Select a category. 3 If necessary, select a subcategory. 4 Select a destination. 5 Select Go!. Select > Save on this page to save the location to a Favorites folder on the device. Use the Favorites folder to save the location of your workspace, home, and other common destinations.
Your Route on the Map notice The speed limit icon feature is for information only and does not replace the driver’s responsibility to abide by all posted speed limit signs and to use safe driving judgment at all times. Garmin will not be responsible for any traffic fines or citations that you may receive for failing to follow all applicable traffic laws and signs. Your route is marked with a magenta line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your device recalculates the route.
2 For the best reception, attach the external antennas to the mount and arrange them in a perpendicular angle to each other. Watching TV 1 Select TV. 2 If necessary, select Agree. > Channel Scan. 3 If necessary, select Using the TV warning Do not attempt to view the TV function or other video input while driving. Failure to pay full attention to the operation of your vehicle could result in death, serious injury, or property damage.
Using myTrends NOTE: myTrends only works for locations that are saved as Favorites. When myTrends is activated, the destination and estimated time of travel will appear in the navigation bar on the map. If a traffic receiver is connected, traffic information may also appear in the navigation bar. When myTrends information appears in the navigation bar, select the navigation bar to view route information.
Viewing the Traffic Map The traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow and delays on nearby roads. 1 From the map, select . 2 Select Traffic Map to view the traffic incidents on a map. Power Cables Your device can be powered by the following ways: • Vehicle power cable • USB cable (optional accessory) • AC adapter (optional accessory) Finding More Information You can find more information about this product on the Garmin Web site. • Go to www.garmin.com/ontheroad. • Go to http://buy.garmin.
