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Garmin nuvi 2598LMTHD User Manual

Garmin nuvi 2598LMTHD
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nüvi
®
2407/2408/2507/2508 Series
Owner’s Manual
March 2013 190-01579-00_0A Printed in the USA

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Garmin nuvi 2598LMTHD Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGarmin
Modelnuvi 2598LMTHD
CategoryGPS
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started with Your nüvi

Initial Device Setup and Power

Covers connecting to power, support, updates, and subscription activation for the device.

Device Operation Basics

Explains how to enter/exit sleep mode, turn off, reset, and acquire GPS signals.

Locating Places and Addresses

Finding Locations by Category or Search

Details searching for places using categories, search bars, and changing search areas.

Map-Based Location Finding

Describes browsing the map to find specific locations or points of interest.

Navigation and Routing

Route Planning and Calculation

Covers starting routes, previewing options, and selecting calculation modes (e.g., fastest time).

Route Guidance and Off-Road Navigation

Explains how routes are displayed on the map and how to navigate off-road.

Managing Saved Locations

Saving, Editing, and Organizing Locations

Guides users on saving current and home locations, editing details, and categorizing saved places.

Custom Points of Interest (POIs)

Details how to create, install, and use custom POIs for alerts and specific locations.

Advanced Navigation Tools

Utilizing the Navigation Map Interface

Explains how to use map view, zoom, center, and view categories while navigating.

Route Management and Detours

Covers adding stops to a route, taking detours, and stopping navigation.

Viewing Route Progress and Guidance

Describes how to view turn lists, upcoming maneuvers, lane guidance, and junctions.

Up Ahead and Trip Data

Finding Nearby Services (Up Ahead)

Helps users find upcoming services like gas, food, and lodging along their route.

Trip Information and Data Fields

Explains how to view trip data, customize fields, and display trip statistics.

Route Avoidances and Map Customization

Avoiding Road Features and Areas

Details how to avoid specific road features, custom areas, and roads on your routes.

Customizing Map Display Options

Covers adjusting map tools, layers, data fields, and map perspective for personalization.

Device Status and Basic Settings

Status Bar Icons and GPS/Battery Information

Explains the meaning of status bar icons and how to view GPS signal and battery status.

Setting Time and On-Screen Controls

Guides on setting the device time, using on-screen buttons, and the on-screen keyboard.

Traffic Information and Alerts

Receiving and Viewing Traffic Data

Covers traffic receiver setup, viewing upcoming traffic, traffic on map, and searching incidents.

Traffic Cameras and Alternate Routes

Details traffic camera subscriptions and how to utilize alternate routes to avoid delays.

Voice Command and Hands-Free Calling

Using Voice Command Features

Explains how to activate, use, and customize voice commands for hands-free operation.

Bluetooth Phone Pairing and Management

Covers enabling Bluetooth, pairing a compatible phone, and managing connections.

Phone Management and Call Operations

Managing Paired Bluetooth Devices

Guides on connecting, disconnecting, and deleting paired phones for hands-free calling.

Making, Receiving, and Managing Calls

Details placing calls, receiving calls, using call history, and in-call options.

Calling Home Number

Explains how to save and call your home phone number.

Device Applications and Smartphone Link

Accessing Device Applications

Covers navigating the Apps menu, accessing help, and searching topics.

Connecting to Smartphone Link

Explains the initial steps to connect the device to the Smartphone Link application.

Smartphone Link and Live Services

Using Smartphone Link Features

Covers sending locations from phone and disabling calls while connected.

Garmin Live Services and Subscriptions

Explains access to live data services and how to subscribe to them.

ecoRoute Features and Vehicle Setup

Understanding ecoRoute and HD Accessory

Provides an overview of ecoRoute features and the ecoRoute HD accessory.

Initial Vehicle Information Setup

Guides on entering vehicle details for ecoRoute calculations.

ecoRoute Performance Tuning

Fuel Price and Economy Calibration

Covers setting fuel prices and calibrating fuel economy for accurate reports.

ecoChallenge Scoring and Resetting

Explains ecoChallenge scoring for driving habits and how to reset scores.

Mileage and Vehicle Data Reporting

Fuel Economy and Mileage Reports

Details how to view fuel economy graphs and mileage reports for trips.

Viewing myGarmin Messages

Explains how to access and view messages from myGarmin, such as software updates.

Weather and Road Condition Information

Viewing Weather Forecasts and Radar

Covers checking weather forecasts, radar, and alerts for current or selected cities.

Checking Road Conditions

Guides on how to view current road condition information.

Trip Planning and Management

Creating and Scheduling Trips

Explains how to create a trip with multiple destinations and schedule departure/arrival times.

Navigating and Editing Saved Trips

Covers navigating to a saved trip and editing trip details like renaming or destinations.

Viewing Previous Routes

Explains how to view previously traveled routes and destinations.

Data Management and Storage Options

File Types and Memory Card Usage

Details supported file types and how to install and use memory cards for storage.

Connecting Device to Computer

Covers connecting the device to a computer, transferring data, and safely disconnecting.

Device Customization and Settings

Map and Vehicle Settings Customization

Explains how to customize map views, detail, themes, tools, layers, and enable maps.

Navigation Settings and Avoidances

Covers route calculation modes, avoidances, detours, safe mode, and GPS simulator.

Display Settings Configuration

Details how to adjust display settings like color mode, timeout, and brightness.

Device Settings and Connectivity Management

Bluetooth Wireless Technology Settings

Covers enabling, disabling, and managing Bluetooth connections for phones and headsets.

Traffic and Units/Time Settings

Explains how to configure traffic providers and set units of measure and time format.

Language, Keyboard, and Alerts Configuration

Covers setting language, keyboard layout, and proximity alert styles.

Device Management and System Restore

Device and Privacy Settings Overview

Details device information, EULAS, and managing travel history data.

Proximity Alerts and Restoring Defaults

Covers configuring proximity alerts and restoring device settings to factory defaults.

Power Cables and Device Charging

Explains the different ways to power and charge the device.

Device Care and Troubleshooting Basics

Cleaning Device Components and Security

Provides instructions for cleaning the casing and touchscreen, and tips for avoiding theft.

Mounting and Removing Device Parts

Covers dashboard mounting procedures and how to remove the device, mount, and suction cup.

Troubleshooting Common Device Issues

Suction Cup and Satellite Signal Problems

Addresses issues with the suction cup not staying on the windshield and failing to acquire satellite signals.

Charging and Battery Performance Issues

Helps resolve problems with device charging, battery life, and gauge accuracy.

Computer Connectivity Troubleshooting

Resolves issues where the device may not appear correctly on a computer.

Troubleshooting Connectivity and Phone Issues

Computer Connection Issues

Continues troubleshooting steps for device recognition on a computer.

Phone Connectivity Problems

Addresses issues with the device failing to connect to a paired phone via Bluetooth.

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