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... obstruct the driver's view of all available navigation sources, including road signs, road closures, road conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions, and other factors that the mount stays on the windshield. • Always use of time spent viewing the device screen while driving and use voice prompts when possible. • Do not input destinations, change settings, or access any discrepancies before attempting such operations. 2 • When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the vehicle dashboard ➋...
... obstruct the driver's view of all available navigation sources, including road signs, road closures, road conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions, and other factors that the mount stays on the windshield. • Always use of time spent viewing the device screen while driving and use voice prompts when possible. • Do not input destinations, change settings, or access any discrepancies before attempting such operations. 2 • When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the vehicle dashboard ➋...
Important Safety and Product Information
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... device uses frequency bands that are designed to remove the non-user-replaceable battery. Using another battery presents a risk of governmental and private data sources. Operation is subject to radio communications if not installed and used . device/battery in a location that does not obstruct the driver's view of the road. Other state laws allow the suction mount to www .garmin.com/compliance. To purchase a replacement battery, see your Garmin device in accordance with the instructions. To view...
... device uses frequency bands that are designed to remove the non-user-replaceable battery. Using another battery presents a risk of governmental and private data sources. Operation is subject to radio communications if not installed and used . device/battery in a location that does not obstruct the driver's view of the road. Other state laws allow the suction mount to www .garmin.com/compliance. To purchase a replacement battery, see your Garmin device in accordance with the instructions. To view...
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... receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet that the customer shall be free from the date of any interference, including interference that fail in a particular installation. Garmin makes no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that is on , the user is not an authorized service provider of the device. Unauthorized repairs...
... receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet that the customer shall be free from the date of any interference, including interference that fail in a particular installation. Garmin makes no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that is on , the user is not an authorized service provider of the device. Unauthorized repairs...
Owner's Manual
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...Bar Icons 5 Satellite Signals 6 Using the On-screen Buttons 7 Using the On-screen Keyboard 7 About Shortcuts 8 Finding Locations 8 About Locations 9 About Search Tools 11 Saving a Home Location 14 Finding Recently Found Places 14 Finding Parking 14 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual Using Photo Navigation 15 Setting a Simulated Location 15 Saving Locations 16 Voice Command 18 About Voice Commands 18 Navigation 21 Starting a Route 21 Following an Automobile Route 22 About Exit Services 23 Avoiding Road Features 24 Map Pages 25 Customizing the Map 25 Viewing Turns...
...Bar Icons 5 Satellite Signals 6 Using the On-screen Buttons 7 Using the On-screen Keyboard 7 About Shortcuts 8 Finding Locations 8 About Locations 9 About Search Tools 11 Saving a Home Location 14 Finding Recently Found Places 14 Finding Parking 14 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual Using Photo Navigation 15 Setting a Simulated Location 15 Saving Locations 16 Voice Command 18 About Voice Commands 18 Navigation 21 Starting a Route 21 Following an Automobile Route 22 About Exit Services 23 Avoiding Road Features 24 Map Pages 25 Customizing the Map 25 Viewing Turns...
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... 44 Using the Language Guide 45 Traffic 46 Disabling Live Traffic 46 Traffic Data 46 Traffic Receiver 47 Traffic on Your Route 48 Traffic in Your Area 49 ii Understanding Traffic Data 49 Traffic Subscriptions 49 Data Management 50 File Types 50 About Memory Cards 50 Transferring Files from Your Computer ...........51 Deleting Files 52 Customizing the Device 52 Map and Vehicle Settings 52 Navigation Settings 53 Display Settings 54 Bluetooth Settings 54 Traffic Settings 55 Units and Time Settings 56 Language and Keyboard Settings 56 Proximity Alerts Settings 57 Device...
... 44 Using the Language Guide 45 Traffic 46 Disabling Live Traffic 46 Traffic Data 46 Traffic Receiver 47 Traffic on Your Route 48 Traffic in Your Area 49 ii Understanding Traffic Data 49 Traffic Subscriptions 49 Data Management 50 File Types 50 About Memory Cards 50 Transferring Files from Your Computer ...........51 Deleting Files 52 Customizing the Device 52 Map and Vehicle Settings 52 Navigation Settings 53 Display Settings 54 Bluetooth Settings 54 Traffic Settings 55 Units and Time Settings 56 Language and Keyboard Settings 56 Proximity Alerts Settings 57 Device...
Owner's Manual
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... mode indicator. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual 5 About Automatic Volume NOTE: Automatic volume is located at the top of background noise. Enabling Automatic Volume 1 Select Volume > > Automatic Volume. 2 Select Enabled. The status bar icons display information about features on the level of the main menu. You can increase or decrease the volume automatically based on the device. Bluetooth® technology status (appears when Bluetooth is enabled). Current time. Battery status. Your device can select some icons to change settings or view...
... mode indicator. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual 5 About Automatic Volume NOTE: Automatic volume is located at the top of background noise. Enabling Automatic Volume 1 Select Volume > > Automatic Volume. 2 Select Enabled. The status bar icons display information about features on the level of the main menu. You can increase or decrease the volume automatically based on the device. Bluetooth® technology status (appears when Bluetooth is enabled). Current time. Battery status. Your device can select some icons to change settings or view...
Owner's Manual
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... list. 3 Select . 4 Select > Edit. 5 Select Address or Phone Number, and enter the new information. This information is sent to Garmin when you connect your device to myGarmin™ using your device. 1 Select Where To? > Address. 2 Enter information as prompted by the on- Editing Location Information You can assign a star rating to a point of interest. 1 Find a location (page 8). 2 Select > . 3 Select the stars to rate the point of the steps may change the address or phone number for cities, addresses, intersections, or coordinates. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual...
... list. 3 Select . 4 Select > Edit. 5 Select Address or Phone Number, and enter the new information. This information is sent to Garmin when you connect your device to myGarmin™ using your device. 1 Select Where To? > Address. 2 Enter information as prompted by the on- Editing Location Information You can assign a star rating to a point of interest. 1 Find a location (page 8). 2 Select > . 3 Select the stars to rate the point of the steps may change the address or phone number for cities, addresses, intersections, or coordinates. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual...
Owner's Manual
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.... A list of the screen. 5 Select the address. 6 Select Set Location. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual 15 Using Photo Navigation You can use the GPS to select and load pictures. 4 Disconnect the device from the computer. 5 Turn on the map. Setting a Simulated Location If you are indoors or not receiving satellite signals, you can upload pictures onto your device or memory card that include location information and create routes to the pictured locations. 1 Connect your device to your computer (page 51). 2 Go to http://connect.garmin...
.... A list of the screen. 5 Select the address. 6 Select Set Location. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual 15 Using Photo Navigation You can use the GPS to select and load pictures. 4 Disconnect the device from the computer. 5 Turn on the map. Setting a Simulated Location If you are indoors or not receiving satellite signals, you can upload pictures onto your device or memory card that include location information and create routes to the pictured locations. 1 Connect your device to your computer (page 51). 2 Go to http://connect.garmin...
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.../2505 Series Owner's Manual Avoiding Transit Types NOTE: Transit types are available when cityXplorer maps are not following roadways as a straight line to avoid on your routes. 3 Select Save. 24 Navigating Off Road If you are loaded (page 29). 1 Select Settings > Navigation > Public Transit. 2 Select the transit type to avoid on your routes, and select Save. The route will be calculated as you navigate, you can use Off Road mode. 1 Select Settings > Navigation. 2 Select Calculation Mode > Off Road > Save. • To view nearby restaurants, select...
.../2505 Series Owner's Manual Avoiding Transit Types NOTE: Transit types are available when cityXplorer maps are not following roadways as a straight line to avoid on your routes. 3 Select Save. 24 Navigating Off Road If you are loaded (page 29). 1 Select Settings > Navigation > Public Transit. 2 Select the transit type to avoid on your routes, and select Save. The route will be calculated as you navigate, you can use Off Road mode. 1 Select Settings > Navigation. 2 Select Calculation Mode > Off Road > Save. • To view nearby restaurants, select...
Owner's Manual
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... the main menu, select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Map Buttons. 2 Select an option: • To add a tool, select , and select a tool. • To remove a tool, select the tool, and select Remove. • To reset to the default tools, select Reset to take a detour, adjust the brightness, or view exit services. Changing the Map Dashboard 1 Select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Dashboards. 2 Use the arrows to device functions. Viewing Turns Viewing a List of Turns When you are navigating a route, you can view all of the map. 2 Select a turn. 26 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual...
... the main menu, select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Map Buttons. 2 Select an option: • To add a tool, select , and select a tool. • To remove a tool, select the tool, and select Remove. • To reset to the default tools, select Reset to take a detour, adjust the brightness, or view exit services. Changing the Map Dashboard 1 Select Settings > Map and Vehicle > Dashboards. 2 Use the arrows to device functions. Viewing Turns Viewing a List of Turns When you are navigating a route, you can view all of the map. 2 Select a turn. 26 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual...
Owner's Manual
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... change the types of public transit and limit the distance spent walking during a pedestrian route (page 53). This feature is helpful if you need to tell emergency personnel your current location. From the map, select > Where Am I ? Viewing Current Location Information Use the Where Am I ?. Finding Nearby Services 1 From the map, select > Where Am I?. 2 Select Hospitals, Police Stations, or Fuel to view the nearest locations in your routes, and select Save. Enabling Transit Types NOTE: Transit types...
... change the types of public transit and limit the distance spent walking during a pedestrian route (page 53). This feature is helpful if you need to tell emergency personnel your current location. From the map, select > Where Am I ? Viewing Current Location Information Use the Where Am I ?. Finding Nearby Services 1 From the map, select > Where Am I?. 2 Select Hospitals, Police Stations, or Fuel to view the nearest locations in your routes, and select Save. Enabling Transit Types NOTE: Transit types...
Owner's Manual
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... your device can receive real-time vehicle information, such as error messages, RPM, and battery voltage. Changing the Fuel Price 1 Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > At the Pump. 2 Enter the current price of navigating to a destination, and offers tools for compatibility and purchasing information. Go to www.garmin.com/ecoroute for improving fuel efficiency. Searching Help Topics Select Apps > Help > . nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual 35 ecoRoute HD Accessory When connected...
... your device can receive real-time vehicle information, such as error messages, RPM, and battery voltage. Changing the Fuel Price 1 Select Apps > ecoRoute™ > At the Pump. 2 Enter the current price of navigating to a destination, and offers tools for compatibility and purchasing information. Go to www.garmin.com/ecoroute for improving fuel efficiency. Searching Help Topics Select Apps > Help > . nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual 35 ecoRoute HD Accessory When connected...
Owner's Manual
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... the USB Cable 1 Complete an action: • For Windows computers, double-click the eject icon in your computer (page 2). Installing a Memory Card The device supports microSD™ and microSDHC memory or data cards. 1 Insert a memory card into the slot on the memory card. Your device and memory card appear as removable drives in My Computer in until it clicks. See your operating system help file to learn how to store files such as mounted volumes on Mac...
... the USB Cable 1 Complete an action: • For Windows computers, double-click the eject icon in your computer (page 2). Installing a Memory Card The device supports microSD™ and microSDHC memory or data cards. 1 Insert a memory card into the slot on the memory card. Your device and memory card appear as removable drives in My Computer in until it clicks. See your operating system help file to learn how to store files such as mounted volumes on Mac...
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... 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual Screenshots are shorter in distance but can save battery power. 54 • Display Timeout-sets the amount of idle time before your current location (Auto). • Brightness-changes the brightness of the device screen. Bluetooth Settings Select Settings > Bluetooth. • Bluetooth-enables the Bluetooth component. • Shorter Distance-calculates routes that could use less fuel than other routes. • Off Road-calculates a direct line from your location to your destination. Decreasing the brightness can take more time to take...
... 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual Screenshots are shorter in distance but can save battery power. 54 • Display Timeout-sets the amount of idle time before your current location (Auto). • Brightness-changes the brightness of the device screen. Bluetooth Settings Select Settings > Bluetooth. • Bluetooth-enables the Bluetooth component. • Shorter Distance-calculates routes that could use less fuel than other routes. • Off Road-calculates a direct line from your location to your destination. Decreasing the brightness can take more time to take...
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.../us/maps/numaps_ lifetime for the life of the disk. 6 Flip the lever down (toward you . 2 Pull the tab on the mount. Updating Maps You can update the maps on the top of the cradle. 2 Tilt the device forward. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual 61 Removing the Device, Cradle, and Mount Removing the Device from the Mount 1 Turn the cradle to www.garmin.com /mapupdates, and select Map Update User Guide.
.../us/maps/numaps_ lifetime for the life of the disk. 6 Flip the lever down (toward you . 2 Pull the tab on the mount. Updating Maps You can update the maps on the top of the cradle. 2 Tilt the device forward. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual 61 Removing the Device, Cradle, and Mount Removing the Device from the Mount 1 Turn the cradle to www.garmin.com /mapupdates, and select Map Update User Guide.
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... the unit to the power outlet. • Your device can only charge between 32°F and 113°F (between changes, turn down the backlight (page 54). How do I know my device When your device out of a device connected is in USB mass storage to a computer is supplying power to fully discharge, and fully charge it cannot charge. The device does not charge in my vehicle. • Check the fuse in...
... the unit to the power outlet. • Your device can only charge between 32°F and 113°F (between changes, turn down the backlight (page 54). How do I know my device When your device out of a device connected is in USB mass storage to a computer is supplying power to fully discharge, and fully charge it cannot charge. The device does not charge in my vehicle. • Check the fuse in...
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... device 58 category searching within 9 charging your device 1, 63 cityXplorer maps 21, 29 cleaning your device 58 computer, connecting 2 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual converting currency 43 units 43 coordinates 12 current location, saving 16 customizing the device 52-59 custom POIs 62 D dashboard disk 60 deleting all user data 59 character 7 files 52 pictures 42 recent finds list 14 saved locations 18 trips 41 detailed maps 50, 53 detours 23 display settings 24, 30 display timeout 54 driving directions...
... device 58 category searching within 9 charging your device 1, 63 cityXplorer maps 21, 29 cleaning your device 58 computer, connecting 2 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual converting currency 43 units 43 coordinates 12 current location, saving 16 customizing the device 52-59 custom POIs 62 D dashboard disk 60 deleting all user data 59 character 7 files 52 pictures 42 recent finds list 14 saved locations 18 trips 41 detailed maps 50, 53 detours 23 display settings 24, 30 display timeout 54 driving directions...
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...17 change map symbol 17 destinations 41 home location 14 saved locations 17 saved trip 41 extras 62 F feedback on POI's 10 files deleting 52 supported types 50 finding locations by address 11 by coordinates 12 recent selections 14 saved locations 16 using photos 15 using search bar 9 fuse, changing 60 G geocaching 12 go home 14 GPS settings 53 simulator 15 H help 35 historical traffic 56 home phone number 34 setting a location 14 66 J JPEG image files 50 junction view 27 K keyboard 7 language mode 7, 57 L latitude and longitude 12 locations 9 M map buttons 26...
...17 change map symbol 17 destinations 41 home location 14 saved locations 17 saved trip 41 extras 62 F feedback on POI's 10 files deleting 52 supported types 50 finding locations by address 11 by coordinates 12 recent selections 14 saved locations 16 using photos 15 using search bar 9 fuse, changing 60 G geocaching 12 go home 14 GPS settings 53 simulator 15 H help 35 historical traffic 56 home phone number 34 setting a location 14 66 J JPEG image files 50 junction view 27 K keyboard 7 language mode 7, 57 L latitude and longitude 12 locations 9 M map buttons 26...
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... photo navigation loading pictures 15 picture viewer 42 PIN Bluetooth 32 points of interest finding 9 POI loader 50 protecting your device 58 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual public transit avoidances 24, 30 city maps 29 R recalculating routes 23 recently found locations 14 registering the device 3 removing the mount 61 renaming trips 41 resetting home location 14 the max speed 28 trip data 28 routes off road 24, 54 stopping 23 S safe mode 53 satellite signals 6 Saved Locations 16-17 saving your current location...
... photo navigation loading pictures 15 picture viewer 42 PIN Bluetooth 32 points of interest finding 9 POI loader 50 protecting your device 58 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual public transit avoidances 24, 30 city maps 29 R recalculating routes 23 recently found locations 14 registering the device 3 removing the mount 61 renaming trips 41 resetting home location 14 the max speed 28 trip data 28 routes off road 24, 54 stopping 23 S safe mode 53 satellite signals 6 Saved Locations 16-17 saving your current location...
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...transportation mode 6 trip computer 28 trip log 25 enabling 57 trip planner 40 troubleshooting 63 turn-by-turn directions 26 turn list 26 U unit converter 43 unit ID 57 updating maps 3 software 3 USB 63 user data, deleting 59 V voice command activating 18 navigating with 19 tips for using 19 wakeup phrase 18 voice language 56 voice mail 34 volume adjusting 4 audio mixer 4 automatic 5 W Where Am I? 30 Where I've Been enabling 57 Where To? menu 8 customization shortcut icon, adding 8 shortcut icon, removing 8 world clock 43 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual
...transportation mode 6 trip computer 28 trip log 25 enabling 57 trip planner 40 troubleshooting 63 turn-by-turn directions 26 turn list 26 U unit converter 43 unit ID 57 updating maps 3 software 3 USB 63 user data, deleting 59 V voice command activating 18 navigating with 19 tips for using 19 wakeup phrase 18 voice language 56 voice mail 34 volume adjusting 4 audio mixer 4 automatic 5 W Where Am I? 30 Where I've Been enabling 57 Where To? menu 8 customization shortcut icon, adding 8 shortcut icon, removing 8 world clock 43 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner's Manual
