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Question posted by oldmaltster on April 4th, 2015

Can My Uk Purchased Nuvi 56lm Receive Traffic Broadcasts.?

I am confused by the manual which seems to suggest some 56LMs might receive traffic broadcasts if connected to the right antenna. Is this si for a fecently purchased UK model and if so what is the correct antenna?Thank youA.H. Phillips

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Answer #1: Posted by TheWiz on April 4th, 2015 3:53 PM
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Sorry but this model is not able to get traffic info. You need to upgrade to the 56LMT (T stands for traffic) for that.

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Important Safety and Product Information - Page 2

... closures, road conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions, and other factors that the mount stays on the vehicle dashboard ➋. This notice is designed to provide route suggestions. Do not place the... from the vehicle or store it does not obstruct the driver's view of damage to the GPS device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury. • Do not leave ...
Important Safety and Product Information - Page 3

...mount your Garmin dealer or the Garmin Web site. Garmin does not  assume any interference received, including interference that 3 Operation is in compliance with part 15 of governmental and private ...of the device is present on the windshield. To purchase a replacement battery, see your Garmin device in accordance with the correct replacement battery. CE Mark If the CE Alert mark...
Important Safety and Product Information - Page 4

... product) the device or software or In addition, Garmin reserves the right to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet that is warranted to correct the interference by anyone who is subject to refuse warranty claims...
Declaration of Conformity - Page 1

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Owner's Manual - Page 1

nüvi® 55/56/65/66 Owner's Manual January 2014 190-01654-00_0A Printed in Taiwan
Owner's Manual - Page 2

... Ltd. Mac® is a trademark of this product. Under the copyright laws, this manual without the express permission of such changes or improvements. These trademarks may not be used without...™ and the microSDHC logo are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be used without the written ...
Owner's Manual - Page 3

... Perspective 7 Customizing the Vehicle 7 Safety Cameras 7 Traffic 7 Receiving Traffic Data Using a Traffic Receiver 7 Viewing Upcoming Traffic 7 Viewing Traffic on the Map 7 Searching for Traffic Incidents 7 Traffic on Your Route 7 Taking an Alternate Route 8 About Traffic Subscriptions 8 Subscription Activation 8 Viewing Traffic Subscriptions 8 Adding a Subscription 8 Using the Apps...
Owner's Manual - Page 4

... 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 12 My device is not acquiring satellite signals...
Owner's Manual - Page 5

...Connecting the Device to install. 10Click Install Now. To prevent the possibility of available map and software updates appears. 9 Select the updates to Vehicle Power WARNING This product contains a lithium-ion battery. LT: This model includes a lifetime traffic subscription and a traffic receiver... • Product registration • Product manuals • Software updates • Map ...
Owner's Manual - Page 8

...location for a location (Finding a Location by commas. 6 If necessary, select a suggested category. 7 Select Done. Removing a Shortcut 1 Select Where To? > > Remove ... category, or a search tool. A shortcut can use the GPS to the Help file. With the POI loader open, click ...Search for the location you are indoors or not receiving satellite signals, you must load custom POIs on...
Owner's Manual - Page 9

...From the map, select > Where To?. 2 Search for a specific distance, select Detour by all applicable traffic laws and signs. Adding a Point to a Route Before you can add a point, you must be... be responsible for any traffic fines or citations you can view all times. Viewing Route Activity Viewing a List of Turns While navigating a route, you receive for your entire route ...
Owner's Manual - Page 11

... Before you can receive traffic data, you must have a device model that appear in ...receive traffic signals from a station broadcasting traffic data. 1 Connect the traffic-compatible power cable to an external power source. 2 Connect the traffic-compatible power cable to include on the map, such as icons for more information (Traffic Settings). Receiving Traffic Data Using a Traffic Receiver...
Owner's Manual - Page 12

... you fill up your FM traffic receiver. The device calculates the average vehicle fuel economy. 6 Select Save. Viewing a Mileage Report You can connect the device to your computer ...was filled. 4 Enter the distance you can purchase additional subscriptions or a renewal if your device acquires satellite signals while receiving traffic signals from the vehicle. You lose points for...
Owner's Manual - Page 13

... location. Data Management 9 Transferring Data From Your Computer 1 Connect the device to a computer appears on your computer operating system... custom POI files from an electronics supplier, or purchase pre-loaded Garmin mapping software (www.garmin.com).... accelerate gradually and consistently. • Avoid stop-and-go traffic and rush hour. • Do not rest your foot on...
Owner's Manual - Page 14

.... TIP: To purchase additional map products, go to display day or night colors. GPS Simulator: Stops the...connected to your computer as either a portable device, a removable drive, or a removable volume. 2 On your computer, open the Map and Vehicle settings, from receiving a GPS...vertical) or landscape (horizontal). Traffic: Enables traffic. Optimize Route: Selects whether ...
Owner's Manual - Page 15

... the dashboard where you update the system software or purchase additional map data. Never use a hard or sharp...Connect the device to your device at the tip of these methods. • Connect the device to the vehicle power cable. • Connect the device to unlock it is assembled correctly... Travel History: Allows the device to the right or left on the suction cup. EULAs:...
Owner's Manual - Page 16

...connected directly to a USB port on your device product page at (www.garmin.com). 2 Click the Maps tab. 3 Follow the on your computer and into MTP mode or USB mass storage mode. Purchasing...; Verify the GPS simulator is turned off the device. 3 Plug the USB cable into a USB port on -screen instructions. Windows versions prior to a USB hub. A picture of the device connected to http: ...
Owner's Manual - Page 17

...registering the device 1 updating software 1 geocaching 3 going home 4 GPS 2 H help. 8 See also product support home editing location 4...lifetime 1 nüMaps Guarantee 1 nüMaps Lifetime 1 purchasing 12 theme 10 updating 1 viewing routes 5 memory card 9 ...1 traffic 1 suction cup 12 T theft, avoiding 11 time settings 2, 10 traffic 7, ...connecting 9, 12 coordinates 3 current location 6 custom POIs...
Owner's Manual - Page 18

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Owner's Manual - Page 20

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