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Garmin DRIVE 51 User Manual

Garmin DRIVE 51
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GARMIN DRIVE™ 51/61
Owner’s Manual
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Garmin DRIVE 51 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Resolution480 x 272 pixels
Display TypeWQVGA color TFT with white backlight
Preloaded MapsYes
Lifetime Map UpdatesYes
Traffic UpdatesNo
Battery LifeUp to 1 hour
GPS ReceiverHigh-sensitivity
Accepts Data CardsmicroSD™ card (not included)
Points of InterestYes
Trip PlannerYes
Trip LogYes
Voice PromptsYes
Bluetooth CallingNo
Garmin Real Directions™ featureYes
Foursquare POIsYes
Voice-activated NavigationNo
Driver AlertsYes
Display Size5 inches
Weight6.0 oz (170.1 g)

Summary

Getting Started

Device Overviews

Identifies key components of the Garmin Drive 51 and 61 models, including ports and buttons.

Mounting and Powering the Garmin Drive Device in Your Vehicle

Guidance on physically attaching the device in a vehicle and connecting it to power.

Turning the Device On or Off

Instructions for powering the device on, off, and entering power saving mode.

Acquiring GPS Signals

Explains the process of obtaining satellite data for accurate location tracking.

Navigating to Your Destination

Routes

Defines a route and explains how the device calculates it based on preferences.

Starting a Route

Step-by-step instructions for initiating navigation to a selected destination.

Your Route on the Map

How to interpret visual and voice prompts indicating upcoming turns and directions.

Arriving at Your Destination

Information provided by the device as you approach the final destination.

Driver Awareness Features and Alerts

Enabling or Disabling Audible Driver Alerts

Guidance on customizing audible notifications for various driver alerts.

Red Light and Speed Cameras

Information on camera alerts, data availability, and subscription options.

Finding and Saving Locations

Points of Interest

Overview of points of interest, their organization by category, and examples.

Finding a Location Using the Search Bar

Instructions for searching for locations by category, brand name, address, or city.

Saving Locations

Steps to save current or searched locations for quick future access.

Live Services, Traffic, and Smartphone Features

Connecting to Smartphone Link

Procedure for pairing the device with a smartphone for live data services.

Garmin Live Services

Explanation of services providing live traffic, weather, and camera data.

Device Maintenance

Support and Updates

How to use Garmin Express for software and map updates.

Device Care

Guidelines for cleaning the device and protecting it from damage.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common issues such as connectivity and charging problems.

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