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Garmin Speak User Manual

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GARMIN SPEAK™ WITH AMAZON ALEXA
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Garmin Speak Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryAutomobile Accessories
ManufacturerGarmin
Product NameGarmin Speak
ConnectivityBluetooth
Voice ControlYes
Voice AssistantAmazon Alexa
CompatibilityiOS and Android
MicrophoneYes
Mounting TypeMagnetic
Power SourceVehicle's 12V power outlet

Summary

Getting Started

Mounting Considerations

Guidance on choosing a safe and accessible mounting location for the device.

Installing the Adhesive Disc onto Your Windshield

Step-by-step instructions for applying the adhesive disc to the windshield.

Installing and Powering the Garmin Speak Device

Instructions for physically mounting the device and connecting its power.

Connecting to the Vehicle Stereo

Details on how to connect the device audio to the car's stereo via Bluetooth or auxiliary cable.

Pairing with Your Smartphone

Steps to connect the Garmin Speak device to a smartphone via the Garmin Speak app.

Device Overview

Muting the Microphones

How to mute and unmute the device's microphones to stop listening for commands.

Turning the Device On or Off

Instructions for manually powering the device on and off.

Speaking to the Garmin Speak Device

Guidance on how to interact with the device using voice commands.

Adjusting the Volume

How to control the audio volume level of the device.

Navigation

Launching the Garmin Skill

How to access and enable the Garmin navigation feature within the Alexa ecosystem.

Enabling the Garmin Skill

Steps to enable the Garmin skill for navigation features.

Acquiring GPS Signals

Explains how the device gets GPS signals and how to resolve poor reception.

Saving Locations

Instructions on how to save home, school, and work locations for quick routing.

Starting a Route

Initiating navigation to saved locations, businesses, cities, or via the companion app.

Following Your Route

Guidance on turn-by-turn directions and on-screen information during navigation.

Navigation Symbols

Explanation of the various symbols displayed on the screen during navigation.

Getting Information About Your Route

How to ask for route details like next turn, traffic, or arrival time.

Taking a Detour or Alternate Route

How to request alternative routes to avoid delays or closures.

Arriving at Your Destination

What the device displays when approaching and arriving at the destination.

Stopping a Route

How to manually end the current navigation route.

Phone Calls

Enabling Phone Calls

Steps to activate the phone call functionality through the companion app.

Receiving a Phone Call

How to accept or decline incoming calls using the device.

Amazon Alexa Skills and Features

Playing Music

How to play music from Amazon Music and other compatible streaming services.

Checking the Weather Forecast

How to ask for current or future weather information using voice commands.

Enabling Skills

How to enable additional Alexa skills for enhanced functionality.

Device Settings in the Garmin Speak App

Navigation Settings

How to configure navigation preferences like units and avoidances in the companion app.

Audio Settings

How to adjust audio output for calls, media, and Alexa responses.

Device Information

Software Updates

Information on how to update the device software via the app or computer.

Updating the Software Using the Garmin Speak App

Process for updating firmware automatically through the companion app.

Updating the Software Using a Computer

Instructions for updating the device software using Garmin Express.

Device Care

Specifications

Viewing Regulatory and Compliance Information

Troubleshooting

Error Symbols

Explanation of common error symbols and their meanings on the device screen.

I cannot hear sound from my device

Steps to diagnose and resolve audio output issues with the device.

When is the Garmin Speak device listening?

Clarification on when the device is actively listening for voice commands.

A skill I want to use is not available

Information on skill compatibility and how to request new features.

Appendix

Pairing an Additional Smartphone with Your Garmin Speak Device

How to connect a second smartphone to the Garmin Speak device.

Removing the Adhesive Disc from Your Windshield

Instructions on how to safely remove the adhesive disc from the windshield.

Replacing the Adhesive on the Disc

Steps to replace the adhesive disc for re-mounting the device in a new location.

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