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Data Management
You can store files on your device. The device has a memory
card slot for additional data storage.
NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows
®
95, 98, Me,
Windows NT
®
, and Mac
®
OS 10.3 and earlier.
File Types
The device supports these file types.
Maps and GPX waypoint files from myGarmin mapping
software, including MapSource
®
, BaseCamp, and
HomePort (Custom Points of Interest).
GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI Loader (Installing POI
Loader Software).
About Memory Cards
You can purchase memory cards from an electronics supplier,
or purchase pre-loaded Garmin mapping software
(www.garmin.com/trip_planning). 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 microSD and microSDHC memory cards.
1
Insert a memory card into the slot on the device.
2
Press it in until it clicks.
Connecting the Device to Your Computer
You can connect the device to your computer using the USB
cable included with your device.
1
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on the
device.
2
Plug the larger end of the USB cable into a port on your
computer.
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).
Depending on your computer operating system, the device
appears as either a portable device, a removable drive, or a
removable volume.
2
On your computer, open the file browser.
3
Select a file.
4
Select Edit > Copy.
5
Browse to a folder on the device.
NOTE: For a removable drive or volume, you should not
place files in the Garmin folder.
6
Select Edit > Paste.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
If your device is connected to your computer as a removable
drive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device from
your computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected to
your Windows computer as a portable device, it is not necessary
to safely disconnect.
1
Complete an action:
For Windows computers, select the Safely Remove
Hardware icon in the system tray, and select your device.
For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash.
2
Disconnect the cable from your computer.
Customizing the Device
Map and Vehicle Settings
To open the Map and Vehicle settings, from the main menu,
select Settings > Map & Vehicle.
Vehicle: Changes the icon to represent your position on the
map. Go to www.garmingarage.com for more icons.
Driving Map View: Sets the perspective on the map.
Map Detail: Sets the level of detail on the map. More detail may
cause the map to draw slower.
Map Theme: Changes the color of the map data.
Map Tools: Selects the shortcuts that appear in the map tools
menu.
Map Layers: Sets the data that appears on the map page
(Customizing the Map Layers).
myMaps: Sets which installed maps the device uses.
Enabling Maps
You can enable map products installed on your device.
TIP: To purchase additional map products, go to
www.garmin.com/us/maps.
1
Select Settings > Map & Vehicle > myMaps.
2
Select a map.
Navigation Settings
To open the Navigation settings page, from the main menu,
select Settings > Navigation.
Calculation Mode: Sets route preference.
Avoidances: Sets road features to avoid on a route.
Custom Avoidances: Allows you to avoid specific roads or
areas.
Advanced Detours: Sets the length of the detour.
Safe Mode: Disables all functions that require significant
operator attention and could become a distraction while
driving.
GPS Simulator: Stops the device from receiving a GPS signal,
and saves battery power.
Route Preferences
To open the Calculation Mode settings page, from the main
menu, select Settings > Navigation > Calculation Mode.
The route calculation is based on road speeds and vehicle
acceleration data for a given route.
Faster Time: Calculates routes that are faster to drive but can
be longer in distance.
Shorter Distance: Calculates routes that are shorter in distance
but can take more time to drive.
Less Fuel: Calculates routes that could use less fuel than other
routes.
Off Road: Calculates a direct line from your location to your
destination.
Display Settings
To open the Display settings page, from the main menu, select
Settings > Display.
Color Mode: Changes the brightness of the screen. Decreasing
the brightness can save battery power.
Display Timeout: Sets the amount of idle time before your
device enters sleep mode.
Brightness: Adjusts the display brightness.
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