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nüvi 285W quick start manual

Step 1: Mount Your nüvi

1. Plug the vehicle power cable into the back of your nüvi. 
2. Snap the cradle onto the suction cup arm. 
3. Clean and dry your windshield and the suction cup 

with a lint-free cloth. Remove the clear plastic from the 

suction cup. Place the suction cup on the windshield.

4. Flip the lever back toward the windshield.
5. Fit the bottom of your nüvi into the cradle.
6. Tilt your nüvi back until it snaps into place. 
7. Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into 

a power outlet in your vehicle. Your unit should turn 

on automatically if it is plugged in and the vehicle is 

running.

Step 2: Configure Your nüvi

To turn your nüvi on, slide the   

Power

 key to the left. 

Follow the on-screen instructions. To turn your nüvi off, slide the   

Power 

key to 

the left.

Step 3: Acquire Satellites

1. Go outdoors to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees.
2. Turn on your nüvi. 

Acquiring satellite signals can take a few minutes. The 

 bars indicate satellite 

strength. When at least one of the bars is green, your nüvi has acquired satellite 

signals. Now you can select a destination and navigate to it. 

Suction cup mount

Cradle

Suction cup mount

Cradle

Vehicle power 

cable

Vehicle power 

cable

Summary of Contents for NUVI 285W

Page 1: ...n vi 285W quick start manual...

Page 2: ...the complete text of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly prohibited Information in this document...

Page 3: ...ard slot Power key Slide to the left to turn the n vi on off slide to the right to lock the screen Microphone Warning This product contains a lithium ion battery To prevent damage remove the unit from...

Page 4: ...a power outlet in your vehicle Your unit should turn on automatically if it is plugged in and the vehicle is running Step 2 Configure Your n vi To turn your n vi on slide the Power key to the left Fol...

Page 5: ...your n vi and your vehicle s power outlet Turn your vehicle s key to the ON ACC position if necessary to power the n vi 2 Touch Tools MSN Direct 3 Write down the product key tip The yellow tag on your...

Page 6: ...uch to adjust the volume Touch to use the tools such as settings and Help How to Charge Your n vi Connect the vehicle power cable Connect an AC adapter optional accessory Connect a USB cable Finding P...

Page 7: ...u depart from the original route your n vi recalculates the route and provides new directions A speed limit icon could appear as you travel on major roadways Touch and drag the map to view a different...

Page 8: ...saved on your n vi or SD card are listed 2 Select a Panoramio photo 3 Touch Go to navigate to the location Touch Map to view the location on the map Using MSN Direct The MSN Direct Receiver and n vi m...

Page 9: ...the shortest time You might still be routed through traffic if no alternative roads exist If a severe traffic delay occurs on your route while you are navigating the n vi automatically recalculates t...

Page 10: ...etooth PIN 1234 for your n vi in your phone Calling a Number 1 Select Phone Dial 2 Enter the number and select Dial 3 To end a call touch End Call Receiving a Call When you receive a call the Incoming...

Page 11: ...have a RESET button slide the Power key to the on off position and hold it for 8 seconds n Maps Guarantee To receive one free map update register your n vi at http my garmin com within 60 days of acq...

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