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General| Display Size | 5.0 inches |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 800 x 480 pixels |
| Water Rating | IPX7 |
| Battery Life | Up to 4 hours |
| Preloaded Maps | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | Yes |
| External Memory | microSD card (not included) |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Lane Assist | Yes |
| Voice Prompts | Yes |
| Motorcycle-friendly | Yes |
| Glove-friendly Touchscreen | Yes |
| MP3 Player | Yes |
| Speaker | Yes |
Instructions for installing the lithium-ion battery into the device.
Guidance on securely mounting the device on a motorcycle using various bases.
Accessing product support and downloading software and map updates.
Steps to install and configure Garmin Express software for device management.
Procedure for updating device maps and software using Garmin Express.
Conserving battery power by putting the device into and waking from sleep mode.
Proper procedure for powering down the device.
Steps to reset the device if it stops functioning correctly.
Modifying the display brightness for optimal visibility.
Controlling the audio volume for navigation prompts and alerts.
Understanding the icons displayed in the status bar for device information.
Ensuring the device acquires satellite signals for navigation.
Information on different transportation modes and their icons.
Selecting the appropriate transportation mode for navigation calculations.
Checking the device's internal battery status and charging.
Configuring the device's time, either automatically or manually.
Understanding the functions of the on-screen navigation buttons.
Operating the on-screen keyboard for text input.
Creating and managing shortcuts for quick access to features.
Procedure for adding custom shortcuts to the Where To? menu.
Deleting unwanted shortcuts from the device.
Search for points of interest using predefined categories and subcategories.
Utilize quick search lists for recently selected destinations within categories.
Search for locations by entering category, brand name, address, or city.
Modify the default search area to find locations in different regions.
Utilize specific tools to search for locations by responding to prompts.
Enter address details to locate a specific place.
Search for junctions between streets, highways, or other roads.
Locate cities by entering the name or searching within a category.
Find a location using latitude and longitude coordinates.
Initiate a route by selecting a location directly from the map interface.
Designate a frequently visited location, typically home, for quick access.
Navigate directly to your saved home location.
Modify the details of your saved home location.
Access a list of the last 50 destinations you have found.
Remove all previously found destinations from the list.
Locate available parking spots nearby.
Set a location manually, useful when indoors or without satellite signal.
Store important locations for future use.
Save a searched or selected location with a custom name.
Save your current position as a location.
Navigate to a previously saved location.
Modify the name, phone number, or category of a saved location.
Organize saved locations by assigning custom categories.
Share saved location data with other compatible Garmin devices.
Remove saved locations from the device.
Initiate navigation to a desired location.
Select route calculation preferences like faster time or curvy roads.
View and select from multiple route options before starting navigation.
Calculate routes that prioritize scenic, winding roads.
Understand how routes are displayed on the map interface.
Interact with the map for navigation, zooming, and viewing details.
Insert an intermediate destination into an active route.
Bypass the next point in your current route.
Activate and configure Bluetooth for device connectivity.
Understand how to use wireless headsets for audio prompts.
Connect a wireless headset to the device for audio playback.
Configure specific features for a paired wireless headset.
Learn about using the device for making and receiving calls.
Connect your mobile phone to the device via Bluetooth.
Make phone calls using the device's interface.
Dial a contact from the device's synced phone book.
Initiate a call to a listed point of interest.
Answer or ignore incoming calls received through the device.
Access and review the call history synced from your phone.
Manage call functions like muting or transferring audio.
Access help resources for using the device's features.
Find specific information by searching through help topics.
Synchronize location data and access live information via smartphone.
Obtain the Smartphone Link application from your phone's app store.
Pair your smartphone with the device to use Smartphone Link.
Access real-time data like traffic and weather via a connected smartphone.
Sign up for subscription-based services for live data.
Create and save multi-destination trips using the trip planner.
Plan and save trips with specific dates and times.
Display recorded path details like time, location, and elevation.
Retrace your recent movement path back to the starting point.
Use the TracBack feature to follow your previously recorded path.
Save your current track as a navigable trip.
Pair tire pressure sensors with your zūmo device.
Guidance on installing tire pressure sensors onto vehicle tire valve stems.
Operate a VIRB action camera remotely using the device.
Record vehicle service and maintenance history.
Create custom categories for logging service records.
Remove service categories and their associated records.
Modify the names of existing service categories.
Remove specific service records from the history.
Update details of an existing service record.
Check weather forecasts for favorite cities or add new ones.
Display animated, color-coded radar maps of current weather.
Receive and view alerts for weather conditions.
Get information on current road conditions.
Access notifications for software and map updates.
Receive alerts for traffic delays and alternative route suggestions.
See traffic incidents that are ahead on your route.
Manually select alternate routes to avoid traffic.
Observe color-coded traffic flow and delay information.
Search for traffic incidents happening in your vicinity.
Display specific traffic incidents on the map for details.
Interpret icons and colors used on the traffic map.
Learn about live traffic camera feeds.
Save specific traffic cameras for regular viewing.
Information on supported file types like maps, GPX, and MP3s.
Details on using memory cards for storage and software.
Instructions for inserting a microSD memory card into the device.
Steps to connect the device to a computer using a USB cable.
Copy files between your computer and the device.
Safely remove the device from your computer to prevent data loss.
Procedure for removing unwanted files from the device memory.
Configure map display, vehicle icon, and map detail levels.
Adjust route calculation, avoidances, and off-route preferences.
Choose how routes are calculated (e.g., faster time, distance).
Set preferences for avoiding toll roads and toll stickers.
Adjust screen orientation, color mode, brightness, and timeout.
Manage Bluetooth connections, search for devices, and set friendly name.
Configure traffic data reception and route optimization.
Set display units for distance and time format.
Configure voice and text language, and keyboard layout.
View device information, manage privacy settings, and travel history.
Configure alerts for custom points of interest.
Reset device settings to factory defaults.
Information on powering the device using various cables.
Methods for charging the device's battery.
Guidelines for maintaining and protecting the device.
Instructions for cleaning the device's exterior.
Proper methods for cleaning the device's touchscreen.
Tips to prevent device theft.
Procedure for replacing the fuse in the vehicle power cable.
Instructions for mounting the device on a vehicle dashboard.
Technical specifications of the device, including water resistance and battery life.
Solutions for common issues like satellite acquisition and charging problems.
Troubleshooting steps for no GPS signal.
Steps to resolve issues with the device not charging in a vehicle.
Tips to improve battery life and troubleshoot drain issues.
Troubleshoot why the device is not recognized as a drive.
Troubleshoot why the device is not recognized as portable.
Resolve issues where the device is not detected by the computer.
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