A traffic receiver is included in some packages, built into either
the vehicle power cable or the device, and is an optional
accessory for all models.
• The device must be connected to vehicle power to receive
traffic information.
• The powered traffic receiver and the device must be in data
range of a station transmitting traffic data to receive traffic
information.
• You do not need to activate the subscription included with
your traffic receiver.
• The traffic icon (
) changes color to indicate the severity of
traffic conditions on your route or on the road you are
currently traveling.
Receiving Traffic Data
NOTICE
Heated (metallized) windshields could degrade the performance
of the traffic receiver.
Before you can receive traffic data, you must purchase a
compatible Garmin traffic receiver accessory. Go to
When the receiver is within a traffic coverage area, your device
will begin displaying traffic information.
The traffic receiver and the device may need to be in data range
of an FM station transmitting traffic information.
1
Connect the traffic receiver to an external power source.
2
Connect the traffic receiver to the device.
Traffic Receiver
À
Mini-USB connector
Á
External antenna connector
Â
Internal antenna
Ã
Power LED
Ä
Vehicle power adapter
About the Traffic Icon
When you are receiving traffic information, a traffic icon appears
on the map. The traffic icon changes color to indicate the
severity of traffic conditions.
Gray
: Traffic information is not available.
Green
: Traffic is flowing freely.
Red
: Traffic is not moving or moving very slowly. There is a
severe delay.
Yellow
: Traffic is moving, but there is a delay. There is
moderate traffic congestion.
Traffic on Your Route
When calculating your route, the device examines the current
traffic and automatically optimizes the route for the shortest
time. If a severe traffic delay occurs on your route while you are
navigating, your device automatically recalculates the route.
The traffic icon
changes color to indicate the severity of
traffic conditions on your route or on the road you are currently
traveling.
Your device may route you through a traffic delay if a better
alternative route does not exist. The delay time is added into
your estimated time of arrival automatically.
Viewing Traffic on Your Route
1
While navigating a route, select
.
2
Select
Traffic on Route
.
A list of traffic events appears, organized by their location on
the route.
3
Select an event.
Manually Avoiding Traffic on Your Route
1
From the map, select
.
2
Select
Traffic on Route
.
3
If necessary, use the arrows to view other traffic delays on
your route.
4
Select >
Avoid
.
Taking an Alternate Route
1
While navigating an automobile route, select
.
2
Select
Alternate Route
.
3
Select a route.
Viewing Traffic on the Map
The traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow and delays on
nearby roads.
1
From the map, select
.
2
Select
Traffic Conditions
.
Traffic in Your Area
Searching for Traffic Delays
1
From the map page, select
.
2
Select
Traffic Conditions
> .
3
Select an item in the list.
4
If there is more than one delay, use the arrows to view
additional delays.
Viewing a Traffic Incident on the Map
1
From the map, select
.
2
Select
Traffic Conditions
.
3
Select a traffic icon.
Understanding Traffic Data
The traffic legend explains the icons and colors used on the
traffic map.
1
From the map, select >
Traffic
.
2
Select
Traffic Legend
.
Traffic Subscriptions
Subscription Activation
You do not need to activate the subscription included with your
FM traffic receiver. The subscription activates automatically
after your device acquires satellite signals while receiving traffic
signals from the pay service provider.
Adding a Subscription
You can purchase traffic subscriptions for other regions or
countries.
1
From the main menu, select
Traffic
.
2
Select
Subscriptions
> .
3
Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID.
4
to purchase a subscription
and get a 25-character code.
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About Traffic
