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Garmin nuvi 55 | Owner's Manual - Page 1
nüvi® 55/56/65/66 Owner's Manual January 2014 190-01654-00_0A Printed in Taiwan
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in the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements. Go to www.garmin.com for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use of this product. Garmin®, nüvi®, and the Garmin logo are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its
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1 Updating Maps and Software with Garmin Express 1 Entering and Exiting Sleep Mode 2 Turning Off the Device 2 Resetting the Device 2 Acquiring GPS Signals 2 Adjusting the Screen Brightness 2 Adjusting the Volume 2 Status Bar Icons 2 Viewing GPS Signal Status 2 Battery Information
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, and Suction Cup 11 Removing the Device from the Mount 11 Removing the Mount from the Suction Cup 11 Removing the Suction Cup from the Windshield 12 Purchasing Additional Maps 12 Purchasing Accessories 12 Specifications 12 Troubleshooting 12 The suction cup will not stay on my windshield
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vehicle power cable into a power outlet in your vehicle. Support and Updates Garmin Express™ provides easy access to these services for Garmin® devices. Some services may not be available for your device. • Product registration • Product manuals • Software updates • Map updates • Vehicles, voices
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GPS signal status Current time Battery status The Garmin Express software downloads and installs the updates onto your device. Map updates for 12 seconds. Acquiring GPS Signals To navigate with your device, you maps loaded in your device contain locations, such as restaurants, hotels, auto services
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necessary, select the location description to view additional information. Finding an Address NOTE: The order of the steps may change depending on the map data loaded on your device. 1 Select Where To? > Address. 2 Enter the address number, and select Done. 3 Enter the street name, and select
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receiving satellite signals, you can use the GPS to set a simulated location. 1 Select Settings > Navigation > GPS Simulator. 2 From the main menu, select View Map. 3 Tap the map Loader software. 1 Go to www.garmin.com/ poiloader. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. Using the POI Loader Help
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Your Route on the Map NOTICE The speed limit feature is for information only and does not replace your responsibility to abide by all posted speed limit signs and to use safe driving judgment at all times. Garmin will not be responsible for any traffic fines or citations you receive for failing to
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and search for a specific business or category. 1 From the map, select > Up Ahead. 2 Select a service icon. 3 Select . 4 Select an option: • To disable custom avoidances as needed. Avoiding an Area 1 Select Settings > Navigation > Custom Avoidances. 2 If necessary, select Add Avoidances. 3
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.com. You should update your device frequently to receive the most up-to-date safety camera information. For some devices and regions, basic safety camera data may be included with your device. Included data does not include updates or a subscription. Traffic NOTICE Garmin is not responsible for
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regions or countries. 1 From the main menu, select Traffic. 2 Select Subscriptions > . 3 Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID. 4 Go to www.garmin.com/ fmtraffic to purchase a subscription and get a 25-character code. The traffic subscription code cannot be reused. You must obtain a new
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. • Avoid stop-and-go traffic and rush hour. • Do Garmin mapping software (www.garmin.com). In addition to map and data storage, the memory card can be used to store files such as maps, images, geocaches, routes, waypoints, and custom POIs. Installing a Memory Card The device supports
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: Stops the device from receiving a GPS signal, and saves battery power. Calculation Mode Select Settings > Navigation > Calculation Mode. Traffic Settings To open the traffic settings page, from the main menu, select Settings > Traffic. Traffic: Enables traffic. Current Provider: Sets the
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the device to an optional power adapter accessory, such as a wall power adapter. You can purchase an approved Garmin AC-DC adapter suitable for home or office use from a Garmin dealer or www.garmin.com. Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable NOTICE When replacing the fuse, do not lose any of
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3 Follow the on-screen instructions. Purchasing Accessories Go to http: / / buy .garmin .com. Specifications Operating temperature range -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C) Charging temperature range 32° to 113°F (0° to 45°C) Power input (vehicle or external 8-28 Vdc power) Battery life (nüvi 55/56
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3 using the map 3 finding services, up ahead 5 fuel, prices 8 fuel economy. 8 See also ecoRoute fuel price, changing 8 fuse, changing 11 Index G Garmin Express 1 registering the device 1 updating software 1 geocaching 3 going home 4 GPS 2 H help. 8 See also product support home editing location
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6 trip log, viewing 6 trip planner 9 editing a trip 9 troubleshooting 12 turn list 5 U unit ID 10 up ahead customizing 6 finding services 5 up ahead services 5 updates maps 1 software 1 USB, disconnecting 10 V vehicle icon 7 vehicle power cable 1 vehicle profile 8 volume, adjusting 2 W Where Am
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www.garmin.com/support 913-397-8200 1-800-800-1020 0808 238 0000 +44 (0) 870 8501242 1-866-429-9296 +43 (0) 34 93 275 44 97 + 46 7744 52020 +47 815 69 555 (+35) 1214 447 460 0861 GARMIN (427 646) +27 (0)11 251 9999 +49 (0)180 6 427646 20 ct./Anruf. a. d. deutschen Festnetz, Mobilfunk max. 60 ct

Section	Page
Table of Contents	3
Getting Started	5
Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power	5
Support and Updates	5
Setting Up Garmin Express	5
nüMaps Guarantee™	5
Lifetime Subscriptions	5
Activating Lifetime Maps	5
Updating Maps and Software with Garmin Express	5
Entering and Exiting Sleep Mode	6
Turning Off the Device	6
Resetting the Device	6
Acquiring GPS Signals	6
Adjusting the Screen Brightness	6
Adjusting the Volume	6
Status Bar Icons	6
Viewing GPS Signal Status	6
Battery Information	6
Setting the Time	6
Using the On-Screen Buttons	6
Using the On-Screen Keyboard	6
Locations	6
Finding Locations	6
Finding a Location by Category	6
Searching Within a Category	6
Finding a Location Using the Search Bar	7
Changing the Search Area	7
Finding a Location by Browsing the Map	7
Finding an Address	7
Finding Recently Found Destinations	7
Clearing the List of Recently Found Locations	7
Finding Parking	7
Finding Your Last Parking Spot	7
Search Tools	7
Finding an Intersection	7
Finding a City	7
Finding a Location Using Coordinates	7
Saving Locations	7
Saving a Location	7
Saving Your Current Location	8
Saving a Home Location	8
Going Home	8
Editing Your Home Location Information	8
Editing a Saved Location	8
Assigning Categories to a Saved Location	8
Deleting a Saved Location	8
Setting a Simulated Location	8
Adding a Shortcut	8
Removing a Shortcut	8
Custom Points of Interest	8
Installing POI Loader	8
Using the POI Loader Help Files	8
Finding Custom POIs	8
Navigation	8
Starting a Route	8
Previewing Multiple Routes	8
Changing the Route Calculation Mode	8
Navigating Off Road	9
Starting a Route to a Saved Location	9
Your Route on the Map	9
Using the Map	9
Adding a Point to a Route	9
Taking a Detour	9
Stopping the Route	9
Viewing Route Activity	9
Viewing a List of Turns	9
Viewing the Entire Route on the Map	9
Viewing the Next Turn	9
Viewing Junctions	9
About Up Ahead	9
Finding Upcoming Points of Interest	9
Customizing the Up Ahead Categories	10
Trip Information	10
Viewing Trip Data from the Map	10
Customizing the Trip Data Fields	10
Viewing the Trip Information Page	10
Viewing the Trip Log	10
Resetting Trip Information	10
Viewing Current Location Information	10
Finding Nearby Services	10
Getting Directions to Your Current Location	10
Avoiding Road Features	10
About Custom Avoidances	10
Avoiding an Area	10
Avoiding a Road	10
Disabling a Custom Avoidance	10
Deleting Custom Avoidances	10
Customizing the Map	11
Customizing the Map Tools	11
Customizing the Map Layers	11
Changing the Map Data Field	11
Changing the Map Perspective	11
Customizing the Vehicle	11
Safety Cameras	11
Traffic	11
Receiving Traffic Data Using a Traffic Receiver	11
Viewing Upcoming Traffic	11
Viewing Traffic on the Map	11
Searching for Traffic Incidents	11
Traffic on Your Route	11
Taking an Alternate Route	12
About Traffic Subscriptions	12
Subscription Activation	12
Viewing Traffic Subscriptions	12
Adding a Subscription	12
Using the Apps	12
Using Help	12
Searching Help Topics	12
About ecoRoute™	12
Setting Up the Vehicle	12
Changing the Fuel Price	12
Calibrating the Fuel Economy	12
About ecoChallenge	12
Viewing ecoChallenge Scores	12
About the ecoChallenge Score	12
Resetting the ecoChallenge Scores	12
Viewing Fuel Economy Information	12
Mileage Reports	12
Viewing a Mileage Report	12
Resetting ecoRoute Information	12
Driving Tips	13
Planning a Trip	13
Scheduling a Trip	13
Navigating to a Saved Trip	13
Editing a Saved Trip	13
Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations	13
Data Management	13
File Types	13
About Memory Cards	13
Installing a Memory Card	13
Connecting the Device to Your Computer	13
Transferring Data From Your Computer	13
Disconnecting the USB Cable	14
Customizing the Device	14
Map and Vehicle Settings	14
Enabling Maps	14
Navigation Settings	14
Calculation Mode	14
Display Settings	14
Traffic Settings	14
Units and Time Settings	14
Language and Keyboard Settings	14
Device and Privacy Settings	14
Restoring Settings	15
Appendix	15
Power Cables	15
Charging the Device	15
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable	15
Device Care	15
Cleaning the Outer Casing	15
Cleaning the Touchscreen	15
Avoiding Theft	15
Mounting on Your Dashboard	15
Removing the Device, Mount, and Suction Cup	15
Removing the Device from the Mount	15
Removing the Mount from the Suction Cup	15
Removing the Suction Cup from the Windshield	16
Purchasing Additional Maps	16
Purchasing Accessories	16
Specifications	16
Troubleshooting	16
The suction cup will not stay on my windshield	16
My device is not acquiring satellite signals	16
The device does not charge in my vehicle	16
My battery does not stay charged for very long	16
My device does not appear as a removable drive on my computer	16
My device does not appear as a portable device on my computer	16
My device does not appear as either a portable device or a removable drive or volume on my computer	16

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nüvi

55/56/65/66

Owner’s Manual

January 2014

190-01654-00_0A

Printed in Taiwan