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Specifications Physical size (W × H × D): 5.35 × 3.28 × 0.94 in. (136 × 83.4 × 24 mm) Weight: 9.5 oz. (270 g) Display: 4.3 in. diagonal, 480 × 272 pixels; WQVGA TFT landscape display with white backlight and touchscreen Case: Waterproof to IPX7 Operating Temperature range: from -4°F to 140°F (from -20°C to 60°C) Charging Temperature range: from 32°F to 113°F (from 0°C to 45°C) Data storage: Internal memory and optional removable memory card. Data stored indefinitely. Computer interface: USB mass storage, plug-and-play Headphone jack: Standard 3.5 mm Charge time: Approximately 4 hours Power input: DC vehicle power using the included automotive power cable and cradle, or AC power (included in some aera packages) Usage: 10 W max. Battery life: up to 5 hours depending on usage and settings Battery type: Removable lithium-ion battery GPS receiver: High-sensitivity Acquisition times*: Warm:

Section	Page
Introduction	3
Manual Conventions	3
aera Tips and Shortcuts	3
Contact Garmin	3
myGarmin™	3
aera 500 Series Models	6
Getting Started	7
Installing the Battery	8
Charging Your aera	8
Mounting Your aera in an Automobile	8
Configuring Your aera	9
Acquiring Satellites	9
Changing Modes	9
Using the Menu Page	9
Finding Your Destination	10
Following Your Route	11
Adjusting the Volume	11
Where To?	12
Finding an Address	12
Searching Near Another Location	12
Go! Page Options	12
Setting a Home Location	13
Finding a Place by Spelling the Name	13
Finding Recently Found Places	13
Using Favorites	14
Using Photo Navigation	14
Using Extras	14
Using Custom Routes	15
Finding a Place Using the Map	16
Entering Coordinates	16
Using the Main Pages	17
Map Page	17
Turn List Page	17
Next Turn Page	18
Lane Assist Page	18
Trip Computer Page	18
Using Hands-free Calling	19
Pairing Your Devices	19
Receiving a Call	20
In a Call	20
Using the Phone Menu	20
Receiving XM Signals	22
Checking XM Signal Strength	22
Listening to XM Radio	22
Weather	23
Using FM TMC Traffic	24
Receiving Traffic Information	24
Traffic in Your Area	24
Severity Color Code	24
Traffic on Your Route	25
Viewing the Traffic Map	25
Viewing Traffic Delays	25
Viewing Offers	25
Using the Media Players	26
Using a Wireless Headset	26
Playing Music	26
Listening to Audible Books	27
Managing Files	28
Supported File Types	28
Connecting Your aera to Your Computer	28
Transferring Files	28
Deleting Files	28
Using the Tools	29
Settings	29
Where Am I?	29
Help	29
Media Player	29
ecoRoute™	29
Picture Viewer	31
Custom Routes	31
My Data	31
World Clock	32
Language Guide	32
Calculator	33
Unit Converter	33
Customizing the aera	34
Changing the System Settings	34
Changing the Navigation Settings	34
Adjusting the Display Settings	35
Updating the Time Settings	35
Setting the Languages	35
Changing the Map Settings	36
Changing Weather Settings	36
Adding Security	36
Viewing FM TMC Traffic Subscription Information	37
Changing Bluetooth Technology Settings	37
Changing the Proximity Points Settings	38
Restoring All Settings	38
Clearing User Data	38
Appendix	39
Resetting the aera	39
Calibrating the Screen	39
Locking Your aera	39
nüMaps Guarantee™	39
Additional Maps	39
Updating the Software	40
Extras and Optional Accessories	40
Battery Information	41
Maximizing the Battery Life	41
Changing the Fuse	42
About GPS Satellite Signals	42
Removing the aera and Mount	42
Caring for Your aera	43
Registering Your nüvi	43
Software License Agreement	44
Specifications	45
Troubleshooting	46