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... and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this document is a registered trademark of Garmin. Information in this manual or any person or organization of this manual onto a hard drive or other countries. These trademarks may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, ...of XM Satellite Radio Inc. Garmin®, the Garmin logo, TourGuide®, and MapSource® are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in Taiwan C Printed in the USA and other countries. myGarmin™, aera™, ecoRoute™, Garmin Lock™, and nü...
... and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this document is a registered trademark of Garmin. Information in this manual or any person or organization of this manual onto a hard drive or other countries. These trademarks may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, ...of XM Satellite Radio Inc. Garmin®, the Garmin logo, TourGuide®, and MapSource® are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries, registered in Taiwan C Printed in the USA and other countries. myGarmin™, aera™, ecoRoute™, Garmin Lock™, and nü...
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...by phone at 0808 2380000. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Introduction Manual Conventions When you are instructed to "touch" something, use your finger to see page 34). • Unlock optional maps. aera Tips and Shortcuts • To quickly return to the...questions while using your Garmin unit. • Subscribe to the automotive mode for safety camera information (see more choices. The small arrows (>) used in -country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. This manual applies to online services for the aera. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual In Europe, go...
...by phone at 0808 2380000. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Introduction Manual Conventions When you are instructed to "touch" something, use your finger to see page 34). • Unlock optional maps. aera Tips and Shortcuts • To quickly return to the...questions while using your Garmin unit. • Subscribe to the automotive mode for safety camera information (see more choices. The small arrows (>) used in -country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. This manual applies to online services for the aera. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual In Europe, go...
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... Volume 5 Where To 6 Finding an Address 6 Searching Near Another Location 6 Go! Introduction Table of Contents Introduction i Manual Conventions i aera Tips and Shortcuts i Contact Garmin i myGarmin i aera 500 Series Models iv Getting Started 1 Installing the Battery 2 Charging Your aera 2 Mounting Your aera in Your Area 18 Severity Color Code 18 Traffic on Your Route 19 Viewing the Traffic...
... Volume 5 Where To 6 Finding an Address 6 Searching Near Another Location 6 Go! Introduction Table of Contents Introduction i Manual Conventions i aera Tips and Shortcuts i Contact Garmin i myGarmin i aera 500 Series Models iv Getting Started 1 Installing the Battery 2 Charging Your aera 2 Mounting Your aera in Your Area 18 Severity Color Code 18 Traffic on Your Route 19 Viewing the Traffic...
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...Changing the Proximity Points Settings...32 Restoring All Settings 32 Clearing User Data 32 Appendix 33 Resetting the aera 33 Calibrating the Screen 33 Locking Your aera 33 nüMaps Guarantee 33 Additional Maps 33 Updating the Software 34 Extras and Optional Accessories 34 ... 35 Maximizing the Battery Life 35 Changing the Fuse 36 About GPS Satellite Signals 36 Removing the aera and Mount 36 Caring for Your aera 37 Registering Your aera 37 Software License Agreement 38 Specifications 39 Troubleshooting 40 Index 42 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Introduction iii
...Changing the Proximity Points Settings...32 Restoring All Settings 32 Clearing User Data 32 Appendix 33 Resetting the aera 33 Calibrating the Screen 33 Locking Your aera 33 nüMaps Guarantee 33 Additional Maps 33 Updating the Software 34 Extras and Optional Accessories 34 ... 35 Maximizing the Battery Life 35 Changing the Fuse 36 About GPS Satellite Signals 36 Removing the aera and Mount 36 Caring for Your aera 37 Registering Your aera 37 Software License Agreement 38 Specifications 39 Troubleshooting 40 Index 42 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Introduction iii
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iv aera 500 Series Owner's Manual aera 500 Series Models aera 500 Series Models Features XM® Compatible Lane Assist Speed Limits On FM TMC Traffic map Page Compatible 500 510 ✓ 550 ✓ ✓ ✓ 560 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ NOTE: Go to www.garmin.com or see the packaging contents on your product box for more information.
iv aera 500 Series Owner's Manual aera 500 Series Models aera 500 Series Models Features XM® Compatible Lane Assist Speed Limits On FM TMC Traffic map Page Compatible 500 510 ✓ 550 ✓ ✓ ✓ 560 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ NOTE: Go to www.garmin.com or see the packaging contents on your product box for more information.
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... (under the battery) Getting Started Power button: Press and hold to adjust the volume and the backlight brightness. Press quickly to turn the aera on/off. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Release key: Slide and release to open the battery cover Serial number (under weather cap) microSD™ slot Microphone Battery contacts Speaker See...
... (under the battery) Getting Started Power button: Press and hold to adjust the volume and the backlight brightness. Press quickly to turn the aera on/off. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Release key: Slide and release to open the battery cover Serial number (under weather cap) microSD™ slot Microphone Battery contacts Speaker See...
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.... 6. Locate the metal contacts on your dashboard so it to your dashboard. 3. Getting Started Installing the Battery 1. Remove the battery cover. 4. Mounting Your aera in the product box. 2. Release button Cradle Vehicle power cable 2. Place the friction mount on the end of the friction mount and shape it is... easily accessible. 4. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the bottom of the lithium‑ion battery. 5. Charging Your aera Charge your aera into the cradle. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Snap the cradle onto the friction mount arm. 6.
.... 6. Locate the metal contacts on your dashboard so it to your dashboard. 3. Getting Started Installing the Battery 1. Remove the battery cover. 4. Mounting Your aera in the product box. 2. Release button Cradle Vehicle power cable 2. Place the friction mount on the end of the friction mount and shape it is... easily accessible. 4. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the bottom of the lithium‑ion battery. 5. Charging Your aera Charge your aera into the cradle. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Snap the cradle onto the friction mount arm. 6.
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... status. ➎ Current time. To manually turn on your vehicle. Go outdoors to it is plugged in your aera, press the Power key. Plug the other end of garages, and away from tall buildings. 2. Touch Yes. Acquiring satellite signals may take a few minutes. When one bar is running. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Acquiring Satellites 1.
... status. ➎ Current time. To manually turn on your vehicle. Go outdoors to it is plugged in your aera, press the Power key. Plug the other end of garages, and away from tall buildings. 2. Touch Yes. Acquiring satellite signals may take a few minutes. When one bar is running. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Acquiring Satellites 1.
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The detailed map loaded in your aera contains millions of points of interest, such as restaurants, hotels, and auto services. 1. Touch Go!. 6. Getting Started Finding Your Destination The Where To? Select a subcategory. 4. Follow the navigation instructions. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Select a category. 3. Touch Where To?. 2. Select a destination. 5. menu provides several different categories for you to use when searching for addresses, cities, and other locations.
The detailed map loaded in your aera contains millions of points of interest, such as restaurants, hotels, and auto services. 1. Touch Go!. 6. Getting Started Finding Your Destination The Where To? Select a subcategory. 4. Follow the navigation instructions. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Select a category. 3. Touch Where To?. 2. Select a destination. 5. menu provides several different categories for you to use when searching for addresses, cities, and other locations.
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.... To switch the audio between your route. TIP: Press and release the power button to the original levels. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Getting Started Following Your Route Your route is the only reasonable option, the aera might not calculate a detour. If you can add a stop to the stop before your next maneuver and...
.... To switch the audio between your route. TIP: Press and release the power button to the original levels. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Getting Started Following Your Route Your route is the only reasonable option, the aera might not calculate a detour. If you can add a stop to the stop before your next maneuver and...
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...on the map. ➎ Touch to save this location, if a mobile phone with Bluetooth wireless technology is connected. See page 8. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual menu provides several different categories you are loaded on the maps that are unsure of the address, and touch Done. 5. Enter the ...number of the city, touch Search All. 4. Go! If you can vary depending on your aera. Finding an Address The steps to...
...on the map. ➎ Touch to save this location, if a mobile phone with Bluetooth wireless technology is connected. See page 8. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual menu provides several different categories you are loaded on the maps that are unsure of the address, and touch Done. 5. Enter the ...number of the city, touch Search All. 4. Go! If you can vary depending on your aera. Finding an Address The steps to...
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Select an option. Touch Where To? > Recently Found to view your aera. • Touch to add a space. • Touch to delete the character. All items from the list are looking for the place you are removed, but ... search. 1. Finding a Place by Spelling the Name If you know the name of the location you return to it at the top of the list. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Setting a Home Location You can spell it using the onscreen keyboard. Finding Recently Found Places Your...
Select an option. Touch Where To? > Recently Found to view your aera. • Touch to add a space. • Touch to delete the character. All items from the list are looking for the place you are removed, but ... search. 1. Finding a Place by Spelling the Name If you know the name of the location you return to it at the top of the list. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Setting a Home Location You can spell it using the onscreen keyboard. Finding Recently Found Places Your...
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... Places 1. Touch Where To? > Favorites. 2. Follow the instructions on your aera or memory card, see pages 34-35. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Using Extras For information about extras such as safety camera information and Garmin Travel Guide, see page 22. • Change Map Symbol-touch a new ... place you can load pictures that include location information onto your current location. page. 2. Touch a category. Go to http://connect.garmin.com /photos to select and load pictures. 3. Where To? Saving Your Current Location From the Map page, touch . The place...
... Places 1. Touch Where To? > Favorites. 2. Follow the instructions on your aera or memory card, see pages 34-35. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Using Extras For information about extras such as safety camera information and Garmin Travel Guide, see page 22. • Change Map Symbol-touch a new ... place you can load pictures that include location information onto your current location. page. 2. Touch a category. Go to http://connect.garmin.com /photos to select and load pictures. 3. Where To? Saving Your Current Location From the Map page, touch . The place...
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..., or off road. • Delete-remove this route. Find a location for your starting point, and touch Select. 4. Editing Custom Routes 1. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Using Custom Routes Touch Where To? > Custom Routes. Touch Add New End Point. 5. Find a location for your ending point, and touch ... touch Done. • Add or Remove Points-add or remove points from various online sources. 1. Go to www.garmin.com /communicator to download and install the Garmin Communicator Plugin on the map. 8. Touch to add another location to your computer. Touch Edit. 4. Your changes are...
..., or off road. • Delete-remove this route. Find a location for your starting point, and touch Select. 4. Editing Custom Routes 1. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Using Custom Routes Touch Where To? > Custom Routes. Touch Add New End Point. 5. Find a location for your ending point, and touch ... touch Done. • Add or Remove Points-add or remove points from various online sources. 1. Go to www.garmin.com /communicator to download and install the Garmin Communicator Plugin on the map. 8. Touch to add another location to your computer. Touch Edit. 4. Your changes are...
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...this location. • Touch Go! This can only see detailed map information for areas for the type of map you have maps loaded on your aera to navigate to quickly find a location on the map, touch Where To? > Browse Map or touch anywhere on the map. Touch a numeric...the map. • Touch and drag to view different parts of your destination, you can use your aera. to navigate to enter the coordinates, and touch Done. 10 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Touch Format to select the correct coordinate format for which you are using the latitude and longitude coordinates ...
...this location. • Touch Go! This can only see detailed map information for areas for the type of map you have maps loaded on your aera to navigate to quickly find a location on the map, touch Where To? > Browse Map or touch anywhere on the map. Touch a numeric...the map. • Touch and drag to view different parts of your destination, you can use your aera. to navigate to enter the coordinates, and touch Done. 10 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Touch Format to select the correct coordinate format for which you are using the latitude and longitude coordinates ...
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.... page. ➎ Touch to view the Trip Computer. ➏ Touch to return to the Menu page. ➐ Touch to view the Turn List page. 2. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual11 Using the Main Pages Turn List Page When you are navigating a route, the Turn List page displays turn-by-turn instructions for that...
.... page. ➎ Touch to view the Trip Computer. ➏ Touch to return to the Menu page. ➐ Touch to view the Turn List page. 2. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual11 Using the Main Pages Turn List Page When you are navigating a route, the Turn List page displays turn-by-turn instructions for that...
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... Trip Information If you reach the turn. 1. To view the Lane Assist page touch the upper-left corner of the upcoming junction and in which aera models feature Lane Assist. To view an upcoming turn on the map, touch the upper-left corner of which lane you make frequent stops, leave... the Lane Assist page from the Next Turn page. When available, touch Lane Assist on the Next Turn page to reset the maximum speed. 12 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Touch Reset Max to view the Lane Assist page for a list of the Map page.
... Trip Information If you reach the turn. 1. To view the Lane Assist page touch the upper-left corner of the upcoming junction and in which aera models feature Lane Assist. To view an upcoming turn on the map, touch the upper-left corner of which lane you make frequent stops, leave... the Lane Assist page from the Next Turn page. When available, touch Lane Assist on the Next Turn page to reset the maximum speed. 12 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Touch Reset Max to view the Lane Assist page for a list of the Map page.
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... From the Menu page, touch Phone to which it was connected. When your phone is turned on . aera 500 Series Owner's Manual13 Using Hands-free Calling Using Bluetooth technology, your aera can connect to your mobile phone to make phone calls. The first time you use two devices together, you...become a hands-free device. To determine whether your device to connect to www.garmin.com/bluetooth. This might have to set your device with Bluetooth technology is compatible with the aera, go to the aera automatically when it tries to connect to the last device to access the Phone ...
... From the Menu page, touch Phone to which it was connected. When your phone is turned on . aera 500 Series Owner's Manual13 Using Hands-free Calling Using Bluetooth technology, your aera can connect to your mobile phone to make phone calls. The first time you use two devices together, you...become a hands-free device. To determine whether your device to connect to www.garmin.com/bluetooth. This might have to set your device with Bluetooth technology is compatible with the aera, go to the aera automatically when it tries to connect to the last device to access the Phone ...
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Touch Tools > Settings > Bluetooth. 3. Touch Answer to call the contact. 14 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual The internal microphone is automatically loaded into the aera. It may take a few minutes for the following options: • Touch Tones-displays a keypad page so you can use automated ...Touch Status to be in a Bluetooth, Connections, or Hands-free menu. 2. These settings might be available. 1. Touch Dial to turn off the aera but stay on your phone, and touch OK. 7. Touch the phone book entry (contact) you need privacy. Enable Find Me/Discoverable/ Visible mode....
Touch Tools > Settings > Bluetooth. 3. Touch Answer to call the contact. 14 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual The internal microphone is automatically loaded into the aera. It may take a few minutes for the following options: • Touch Tones-displays a keypad page so you can use automated ...Touch Status to be in a Bluetooth, Connections, or Hands-free menu. 2. These settings might be available. 1. Touch Dial to turn off the aera but stay on your phone, and touch OK. 7. Touch the phone book entry (contact) you need privacy. Enable Find Me/Discoverable/ Visible mode....