Garmin Nuvi 255W Support Question
Garmin Nuvi 255W Support Question
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Question posted by ericekameka on May 10th, 2012
Error In Map Installation
Got an internet message saying new map is avaikable Tried to install it. Got a message saying "There was an error installing your maps" Have tried several times but keep getting the same message
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Related Garmin Nuvi 255W Manual Pages
ecoRoute Supplement - Page 3
..., WebUpdater automatically downloads the update and installs it on ‑screen instructions.
See page 2. Run WebUpdater, and follow the on your nüvi. ecoRoute™ Owner's Manual Supplement
Connect your nüvi to enter fuel and mileage information about your vehicle. Set Up ecoRoute
The first time you touch Tools > ecoRoute, you...
Important Product and Saftey Information (Multilingual) - Page 2
....
Keep your windshield clean to help ensure that may present a risk of damage to the GPS device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury.
• Do not leave the ... Minimize the amount of time spent viewing the device screen while driving and use of the device controls while driving.
It
Installation and Operation Warnings • When installing the device in a ...
Important Product and Saftey Information (Multilingual) - Page 3
...provisions of the device is currently illegal in a residential installation. Garmin does not assume any state or local law... all data sources contain some countries, complete and accurate map information is either not available or is in specific locations... only in compliance with the limits for any interference received, including interference that obstruct the driver's vision.
This...
Important Product and Saftey Information (Multilingual) - Page 4
...PURPOSE, STATUTORY
the receiver.
This product does not contain any purpose requiring precise
and used in accordance with a new or newly-overhauled ... ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
encouraged to try to correct the interference by an authorized Garmin service center...radio communications if not installed and must not be made at no warranty as the proof of map data in permanent ...
Important Safety and Product Information - Page 1
... Warnings • When installing the device in an unsafe situation. Do not become detached. Minimize the amount of time spent viewing the device screen while driving and use ...the internal lithium-ion battery may experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage to the GPS device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury.
• Do not leave the device exposed to...
Important Safety and Product Information - Page 2
...particular country of Directive 1999/5/EC.
You accept full responsibility for any interference received, including Virtually all such laws and regulations applicable in certain European countries due...of countries that currently require you drive. In some inaccurate or incomplete data. Map Data Information Garmin uses a combination of FM transmitters and countries that currently prohibit...
Important Safety and Product Information - Page 3
...new warranty is on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver... year from the GPS unit.
•...to radio communications if not installed and used for any user...the accuracy or completeness of map data in materials or ...
Owner's Manual - Page 4
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Getting Started 1 Step 1: Mount Your nüvi........2 Step 2: Configure Your nüvi..3 Step 3: Acquire Satellites...a Place Using the Map 10 Entering Coordinates.......... 11 Using Photo Navigation...... 11 Navigating Off Road 11 Walking to a Destination..... 11
Using the Map 12 Trip Computer 13 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 6
... Charging Your nüvi 43 Changing the Fuse 43 Removing the nüvi and Mount 44 Mounting on Your Dashboard 44 nüMaps Guarantee 45 Additional Maps 45
About GPS Satellite Signals 45 Extras and Optional Accessories 46 Garmin Travel Guide...........47 Specifications 48 Declaration of Conformity...50 Software License Agreement 50 Troubleshooting...
Owner's Manual - Page 9
...outdoors to the left . The bars indicate satellite strength.
Getting Started
Step 2: Configure Your nüvi
To turn ...;vi
➎➏
➐➑ ➒
➊ GPS satellite strength ➋ Bluetooth® technology status
(Available on the... minutes. Touch to change
time settings.
➎ Touch to find a destination. ➏ Touch to view the map. ➐ Touch to...
Owner's Manual - Page 16
... object on a memory card to assign to the location.
• Change Map Symbol-touch a new symbol used to edit.
3. to navigate to the location.
• If the GPS mode is off, touch Set Loc to set your nüvi or on the map. Where to the selected location. (See page 33.)
10
nüvi...
Owner's Manual - Page 36
... your route, the nüvi examines the current traffic and automatically optimizes the route for the shortest time.
Traffic icon
Severity Color Code
The color of the traffic icon indicates the severity of the Map page.
Color Green Yellow Red
Description Meaning
Low severity
Traffic is slightly congested. Traffic is
High severity...
Owner's Manual - Page 39
...and 205W series owner's manual33 Touch the button under the setting name to change units of measure to Kilometers or Miles.
GPS Simulator-turn on widescreen models.
2. Changing the Navigation Settings
Touch Tools > Settings > Navigation. Keyboard-touch QWERTY for a ... > Settings.
Touch the setting you update the system software or purchase additional map data (see page 45).
Owner's Manual - Page 51
... Signals
Your nüvi must acquire GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite signals in a parking garage, your nüvi has acquired satellite signals, the signal strength bars on the Garmin Web site (www.garmin .com), and click the Maps tab.
nüMaps Guarantee™
To receive one free map update (if available), register your nüvi...
Owner's Manual - Page 54
... or AC power using an optional accessory
Usage: 5 W max. Battery life: Up to 4 hours
Battery type: Non-user-replaceable rechargeable lithium-ion battery
GPS receiver: High-sensitivity with HotFix
Acquisition times*: Warm:
Data stored indefinitely. bright QVGA TFT landscape display;
Appendix
Specifications
nüvi 205 Series Physical size: W × H ×D: 3.86 ×
2.93...
Owner's Manual - Page 55
... or AC power using an optional accessory
Usage: 5 W max. Battery life: Up to 4 hours
Battery type: Non-user-replaceable rechargeable lithium-ion battery
GPS receiver: High-sensitivity with HotFix
Acquisition times*: Warm: white backlight; touch screen
Case: Not waterproof (IPXO)
Operating temperature range: 32°F-140°F (0°C-60°C)
Charging temperature range...
Owner's Manual - Page 60
...) 9 using photos 11-12 FM traffic receiver 29 free map update 45 fuel cost, entering 23 fuel report... 22 fuse, changing 43
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hands-free phone features 14-18
Help 21 home
phone number 17 setting a location 6
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incoming call 15
J
JPEG image files 19
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Garmin Lock 36, 41 Garmin Travel Guide 47 geocaching 11 Go! page options 7 go home 6 GPS
about GPS...
Quick Start Manual - Page 4
... Go!. Step 4: Use Your nüvi
➎➏
➐➑ ➒
➊ GPS satellite strength ➋ Bluetooth® technology status
(Bluetooth technology is green, your nüvi has ...Where to? > Points of Interest
1.
Touch to change time
settings.
➎ Touch to find a destination. ➏ Touch to view the map.
➐ Touch to make a call when
connected ...
Quick Start Manual - Page 6
... FM TMC Traffic
The FM Traffic Message Channel (TMC) traffic receiver is connected to the traffic receiver, connected to indicate the severity of the Map page. When you could receive location-relevant advertisements and coupons. Touch Go!.
4. to navigate to Your Route
1. Adding a Stop to the location. Touch Add as new Destination to add this your...
Quick Start Manual - Page 7
...that your nüvi.
Select your nüvi acquires satellite signals while receiving traffic signals from the pay service provider. nüvi 205W series quick ..., select Tools > Settings > Bluetooth.
On the Map page, touch the traffic icon.
2. Note: You do not need to activate the subscription included with your FM traffic receiver (if it came with your phone, some handsfree ...
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