Garmin Drivesmart 55, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...GARMINDRIVESMART 55 65 Owner smanual ...

Page 2: ...may not be used without the express permission of Garmin Garmin DriveSmart Garmin Express and myTrends are trademarks of Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries These trademarks may not be used without the express permission of Garmin Android is a trademark of Google Inc Apple and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bl...

Page 3: ...7 Adding a location to your route 7 Shaping your route 8 Taking a Detour 8 Changing the route calculation mode 8 Stopping the route 8 Using Suggested Routes 8 Avoiding Delays Tolls and Areas 8 Avoiding traffic delays on your route 8 Avoiding toll roads 8 Avoiding toll stickers 8 Avoiding road features 8 Avoiding environmental zones 8 Custom avoidances 9 Navigating off road 9 Using the Map 9 Map To...

Page 4: ...yboard Settings 18 Device and privacy settings 18 Resetting Data and Settings 18 Device information 18 Viewing Regulatory and Compliance Information 18 Specifications 18 Charging the Device 18 Device maintenance 18 Garmin Support Centre 18 Map and Software Updates 18 Connecting to a Wi Fi Network 18 Updating Maps and Software Using a Wi Fi Network 19 Updating Maps and Software with Garmin Express ...

Page 5: ...e device uses very little power but it can wake instantly for use TIP you can charge your device faster by putting it in power saving mode while charging the battery To turn off the device completely hold the power key until a prompt appears on the screen then select Off The prompt appears after five seconds If you release the power key before the prompt appears the device enters power saving mode...

Page 6: ... one way street or correct your direction of travel Level crossing the device plays a tone and displays the distance to an upcoming level crossing Animal crossing the device plays a tone and displays the distance to an upcoming animal crossing area Bends the device plays a tone and displays the distance to a curve in the road Slower traffic the device plays a tone and displays the distance to slow...

Page 7: ...essary select a location Finding an address NOTE the order of the steps may change depending on the map data loaded on your device 1 Select Where To 2 If necessary select Searching near to search near a different town or area 3 Select Address 4 Follow the on screen instructions to enter address information 5 Select the address Location Search Results By default the location search results appear i...

Page 8: ...st of categories for park features and amenities appears 3 Select a category 4 Select a location and select Go Finding HISTORY points of interest Your device includes HISTORY points of interest which allow you to find and learn about historically significant locations and attractions around the world such as historic buildings monuments museums and notable locations of historic events 1 Select Whe...

Page 9: ...ailed parking data which can help you find nearby parking based on the likelihood of available parking spots type of parking area price or accepted payment methods NOTE detailed parking data is not available in all areas or for all parking locations Finding Parking Near Your Current Location 1 Select Where To Categories Parking 2 Select Filter Parking and select one or more categories to filter pa...

Page 10: ...ect Where To Favourites 2 Select Delete Favourite s 3 Select the box next to the saved locations to delete and select Delete Following a route Routes A route is a path from your current location to one or more destinations The device calculates a recommended route to your destination based on the preferences you set including the route calculation mode Changing the route calculation mode page 8 an...

Page 11: ... 1 While navigating a route select anywhere on the map 2 Select Arriving at your destination When you approach your destination the device provides information to help you complete your route indicates the location of your destination on the map and a voice prompt announces you are approaching your destination When you approach some destinations the device automatically prompts you to search for p...

Page 12: ...rivacy settings page 18 Using the myTrends feature your device predicts your destination based on your travel history the day of the week and the time of day After you have driven to a favourite location several times the location may appear in the navigation bar on the map along with the estimated time of travel and traffic information Select the navigation bar to view a suggested route to the lo...

Page 13: ...When you activate a map tool it appears in a panel at the edge of the map Stop stops navigation of the active route Edit Route allows you to re route or skip locations in your route Changing Your Active Route page 7 Mute mutes the master volume Towns Ahead shows upcoming towns and services along your active route or along a highway Towns Ahead page 10 Up Ahead shows upcoming locations along the ro...

Page 14: ... NOTE if you make frequent stops leave the device turned on so it can accurately measure elapsed time during the trip From the map select Speed Viewing the trip log Your device keeps a trip log which is a record of the path you have travelled 1 Select Settings Map Vehicle Map Layers 2 Select the Trip Log tick box Resetting trip information 1 From the map select Speed 2 Select Reset Field s 3 Selec...

Page 15: ...hen you pair your phone You can disable specific Bluetooth features and remain connected to the other features 1 Select Settings Wireless Networks 2 Select an option To disable hands free calling select the phone name and clear the Phone calls check box TIP appears coloured next to the phone name used for hands free calling To disable Garmin Drive app data and smartphone notifications select Smart...

Page 16: ...must be connected to a supported phone running the Garmin Drive app Live services traffic and smartphone features page 11 When you are viewing the map new notifications appear in a map tool at the edge of the screen If the device is moving you must verify you are a passenger and not the driver before you can view notifications To ignore a notification select or wait for popup to expire The pop up ...

Page 17: ...can delete a paired phone to prevent it from automatically connecting to your device in the future 1 Select Settings Wireless Networks 2 Select the phone then select Unpair device Traffic NOTICE Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the traffic information Your device can provide information about traffic on the road ahead or on your route You can set your device to avoid tra...

Page 18: ...rformance when in a noisy environment Voice command allows you to use your device by saying words and commands The voice command menu provides voice prompts and a list of available commands Setting the wake up phrase The wake up phrase is a word or phrase you can say to activate voice command The default wake up phrase is OK Garmin TIP you can reduce the chance of accidental voice command activati...

Page 19: ...traffic and smartphone features page 11 1 Select Apps Weather Radar 2 Select to animate the radar map Viewing weather alerts Before you can use this feature your device must be connected to a supported phone running the Garmin Drive app Live services traffic and smartphone features page 11 NOTE this feature is not available in all areas While you are travelling with your device weather alerts may ...

Page 20: ...c cameras for areas you travel frequently 1 Select Apps photoLive 2 Select Touch to Add 3 Select a road 4 Select a traffic camera location A preview of the live image from the camera appears next to a map of the camera s location You can select the image preview to view the full sized image 5 Select Save to save the camera optional A thumbnail image preview of the camera is added to the main scree...

Page 21: ...rts you when you approach speed cameras or red light cameras Proximity alerts settings NOTE you must have custom points of interest POIs loaded for proximity points alerts to display NOTE this feature is not available in all areas Select Settings Driver Assistance Proximity Alerts Audio sets the style of alert that plays when you approach proximity points Alerts sets the type of proximity points f...

Page 22: ...Radio frequency protocol 2 4 GHz Wi Fi 2 4 GHz Bluetooth Power input Vehicle power using the included vehicle power cable AC power using an optional accessory for home and office use only Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion Charging the Device NOTE this Class III product shall be powered by an LPS power supply You can charge the battery in the device using any of these methods Connect the device...

Page 23: ...u do not have the Garmin Express application installed on your computer go to garmin com express and follow the on screen instructions to install it Installing Garmin Express page 19 2 Open the Garmin Express application 3 Connect your device to your computer using a mini USB cable The small end of the cable connects to the mini USB port on your Garmin DriveSmart device and the large end connects ...

Page 24: ...fuse 3 Insert a new fast blow fuse that has the same current such as 1 A or 2 A 4 Place the silver tip in the end piece 5 Push in the end piece and rotate it clockwise to lock it back into the vehicle power cable Troubleshooting The suction cup will not stay on my windscreen 1 Clean the suction cup and windscreen with surgical spirit 2 Dry with a clean dry cloth 3 Mount the suction cup Mounting an...

Page 25: ...pts you to enter file transfer mode select Yes A picture of your device connected to a computer appears on the device screen Depending on your computer operating system the device appears as either a portable device a removable drive or a removable volume Transferring data from your computer 1 Connect the device to your computer Connecting the Device to Your Computer page 21 Depending on your comp...

Page 26: ...ry 5 home calling 13 editing location 7 going 7 phone number 13 I icons status bar 1 ID number 18 J junctions finding 5 K keyboard language 18 layout 18 L language keyboard 18 voice 18 latitude and longitude 5 location 5 locations 3 16 calling 13 current 5 6 history 5 saving 6 searching for 2 5 simulated 17 venues 5 M map layers customising 10 map view 2 D 10 3 D 10 maps 6 9 10 16 data field 7 10 ...

Page 27: ...rching for delays 10 14 traffic cameras view 16 travel history 18 trip information 10 resetting 10 viewing 10 trip log view 10 trip planner 15 16 editing a trip 15 shaping points 16 TripAdvisor 4 5 troubleshooting 20 U unit ID 18 up ahead 9 10 customising 10 updating maps 18 19 software 18 19 USB disconnecting 21 V vehicle power cable 1 venues 5 voice command 14 activating 14 navigating with 14 ti...

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