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General| Display Size | 5.0 inches |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 480 x 272 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Preloaded Maps | Yes |
| Traffic Updates | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Voice-Activated Navigation | Yes |
| Driver Alerts | Yes |
| Battery Life | Up to 1 hour |
| Display Type | WQVGA color TFT with white backlight |
| Battery Type | Rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Maps Included | North America |
| Bluetooth Calling | Yes |
| Smartphone Notifications | Yes |
| TripAdvisor Ratings | Yes |
| Garmin Real Directions | Yes |
| Foursquare Points of Interest | Yes |
| Lifetime Map Updates | Yes |
| Accepts Data Cards | microSD card (not included) |
Guide to download and install map and software updates using Garmin Express software.
Instructions on how to connect the device to the vehicle's power source for charging.
Steps to power the device on, off, or put it into power saving mode.
Explanation of how the device acquires satellite signals for navigation.
Step-by-step guide to begin navigation to a selected destination.
How to start a route by selecting a location directly from the map view.
How to add additional destinations to an active route.
How to select calculation preferences like faster time or shorter distance.
Settings for avoiding traffic delays, tolls, and specific road features.
How to avoid routes with traffic delays.
How to set preferences for avoiding toll roads and fees.
Guide to creating and saving multi-destination trips.
How to search for locations by entering keywords in the search bar.
How to find locations by browsing through predefined categories.
How to search for a specific street address.
How to search for a city by name or from a list of nearby cities.
How to save a searched location for future access.
How to save your device's current location.
How to modify details of a saved location.
How to view upcoming points of interest and highway exits.
How to see traffic incidents along the route or nearby roads.
How to display traffic flow and delays on the map.
How the device receives traffic data via built-in receivers.
How to receive traffic data via the Smartphone Link app.
How to set or change the phrase used to activate voice command.
How to initiate the voice command interface.
How to start navigation by speaking location names.
How to set up Voice Control for a specific user's voice.
How to use the device for placing and receiving phone calls.
How to display phone notifications and messages on the device.
Steps to pair the device with a phone and connect to Smartphone Link.
How to connect to Smartphone Link on an Apple device.
How to enable, disable, or customize Bluetooth features for Android phones.
How to connect to Smartphone Link on an Android device.
How to use subscription services for live traffic and weather data.
Steps to subscribe to available Garmin Live Services.
How to view smartphone notifications like texts and calls on the device.
How notifications appear and are handled on the device.
How to initiate a phone call using the device.
How to call contacts from the phone's contact list.
How to set a home phone number for quick dialing.
How to view current weather and forecasts for different locations.
How to view animated radar maps for weather conditions.
How to view live images from traffic cameras.
Settings for route preview, calculation mode, and avoidances.
Settings for enabling Bluetooth, searching for devices, and setting a friendly name.
Settings for screen orientation, color mode, brightness, and display timeout.
Settings for enabling traffic, setting providers, and traffic alerts.
How to restore settings to factory default values.
Methods for charging the device's battery.
General advice for caring for the device, avoiding damage and extreme conditions.
How to reset the device if it stops functioning.
How to replace the fuse in the vehicle power cable if charging issues occur.
Steps to resolve issues with the device not finding satellite signals.
Troubleshooting steps for when the device fails to charge in the vehicle.
Tips to improve battery life and troubleshoot rapid battery drain.
Steps to connect the device to a computer using a USB cable.
How to move files between your computer and the device.
General troubleshooting for device connection issues.
Troubleshooting steps for Bluetooth phone connection problems.
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