Garmin nuvi 2455LT Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 nüvi 2405/2505 series ® owner’s manual February 2012 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual 190-01355-00_0D Printed in Taiwan...
- Page 2 All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Garmin. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content of this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Getting Started ����������������������������������������� Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power ... About myDashboard ... About Sleep Mode ... Adjusting the Screen Brightness ... Adjusting the Volume ... About Automatic Volume ... Status Bar Icons ... Satellite Signals ... Using the On-screen Buttons ... Using the On-screen Keyboard ... - Page 4 Saving a Home Phone Number ... Using the Apps �������������������������������������� Using Help ... About Smartphone Link ... About Garmin Live Services ... About ecoRoute ... Viewing myGarmin Messages ... Viewing the Weather Forecast ... About Audiobooks ... Planning a Trip ...
- Page 5 Data Management ���������������������������������� File Types ... About Memory Cards ... Transferring Files from Your Computer ... Deleting Files ... Customizing the Device ������������������������ Map and Vehicle Settings ... Navigation Settings ... Display Settings ... Bluetooth Settings ... Traffic Settings ... Units and Time Settings...
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Page 7: Getting Started
Getting Started WARNING See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Connect the device to vehicle power (page Mount the device (page Register the device (page Check for updates. •... -
Page 8: About Mydashboard
Setting Up myDashboard ➋ Connect the USB cable ➋ Connect the USB cable to the USB port on your computer. Go to www.garmin.com/dashboard. Follow the on-screen instructions. to the USB port ➊ on the device. ➋ ➊... -
Page 9: Updating The Software
If you register through myDashboard, your device could be eligible for one free map update within 90 days of first acquiring satellites while you drive. Go to www.garmin.com/numaps details and terms and conditions. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual Open myDashboard Register the device Under Map Updates, click Update Now. -
Page 10: About Sleep Mode
Select Off. Resetting the Device You can reset your device if it stops functioning. Hold the Power key for 10 seconds. About Sleep Mode Use sleep mode to conserve battery power when your device is not in use. Sleep mode uses very little power, and a battery charge lasts for weeks when your device is in sleep mode. -
Page 11: About Automatic Volume
About Automatic Volume NOTE: Automatic volume is not available on all models. Your device can increase or decrease the volume automatically based on the level of background noise. Enabling Automatic Volume Select Volume > > Automatic Volume. Select Enabled. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual Status Bar Icons The status bar is located at the top of the main menu. -
Page 12: Satellite Signals
When at least one of the bars is green, your device has acquired satellite signals. For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Viewing GPS Signal Status Hold for three seconds. Transportation Modes... -
Page 13: Using The On-Screen Buttons
Battery Information After the device is connected to power, it begins to charge. in the status bar indicates the status of the internal battery. To increase the accuracy of the battery gauge, you should fully discharge the battery and then fully charge it. Do not unplug the device until it is fully charged. -
Page 14: About Shortcuts
About Shortcuts You can add shortcuts to the Where To? menu. A shortcut can point to a location, a category, or a search tool. Adding a Shortcut Icon The Where To? menu can contain up to 36 shortcut icons. Select Where To? > Add Shortcut. Select an item. -
Page 15: About Locations
About Locations The detailed maps loaded in your device contain locations, such as restaurants, hotels, and auto services. You can use the Categories function to browse for nearby businesses and attractions. Finding a Location by Category Select Where To?. Select a category, or select Categories. If necessary, select a subcategory. -
Page 16: Reporting A Closed Or Missing Location
If necessary, select a location. Reporting a Closed or Missing Location If your search results include an outdated or incorrect location, you can report the error to Garmin and remove the location from future searches. Find a location (page Select a location from the list. -
Page 17: About Search Tools
connect to Smartphone Link or when you connect your device to myGarmin using your computer (page 35). Editing Location Information You can change the address or phone number for a location that appears in the search results. Find a location (page Select a location from the list. -
Page 18: Finding An Intersection
If necessary, select > Fuel Type, select a fuel type, and select Save. Select a fuel station. Finding an Address NOTE: The order of the steps may change depending on the map data loaded on your device. Select Where To? > Address. Enter information as prompted by the on- screen instructions. - Page 19 You can find a location using latitude and longitude coordinates. This method can be helpful when geocaching. Select Where To? > Categories > Coordinates. > Format, select the If necessary, select correct coordinate format for the type of map you are using, and select Save. Select the latitude coordinate.
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Page 20: Saving A Home Location
destinations you selected. Select Where To?. Select a category, or select Categories. If applicable, select a destination from the Quick Search list. If necessary, select the appropriate destination. Saving a Home Location You can set your home location for the location you return to most often. -
Page 21: Finding Parking
Connect your device to your computer 61). Go to http://connect.garmin.com/photos. Follow the instructions on the Web site to select and load pictures. Disconnect the device from the computer. -
Page 22: Saving Locations
Saving Locations You can save locations so you can quickly find them and create routes to them. Saving a Location Find a location (page Select a location from the list. Select > Save. Select If necessary, enter a name, and select Done. Saving Your Current Location From the map, select the vehicle icon. - Page 23 If you save the location of a business that is not in the map data, you can share the location with Garmin so that it can be added to future map updates and shared with the Garmin community. Shared locations are sent to Garmin when you connect your device to myGarmin using your computer.
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Page 24: Voice Command
Select Share. Deleting a Saved Location NOTE: Deleted locations cannot be recovered. Select Where To? > Saved. > Delete Saved Places. Select Select the box next to the saved locations to delete, and select Delete. Voice Command About Voice Commands NOTE: Voice Command is not available on all models, or for all languages and regions. - Page 25 • Speak in a normal voice directed at the device. • Reduce background noise, such as voices or the radio, to increase the accuracy of the voice recognition. • Speak commands as they appear on the screen. • Respond to voice prompts from the device as needed.
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Page 26: Disabling Voice Command
Say the line number. Say Navigate. Finding an Address Say Voice Command. Say Find Address. Speak the entire address. You can disable the voice prompts for Voice Command without muting the device. Select Apps > Voice Command > Select Mute Instructions > Enabled. Disabling Voice Command You can disable Voice Command, which prevents you from accidentally activating Voice... -
Page 27: Navigation
Starting a Route Search for a location (page Select a location. Select Go!. If necessary, select an option. • Select Drive. • Select Walk. • Select Public Transit to calculate a route that combines public transit and walking. NOTE: You must have cityXplorer loaded to navigate using public transit (page 25). -
Page 28: Following An Automobile Route
Following an Automobile Route The route is marked with a magenta line. A checkered flag marks your destination. As you travel, the device guides you to the destination with voice prompts, arrows on the map, and directions at the top of the map. If you depart from the original route, the device recalculates the route and provides new directions. -
Page 29: About Exit Services
features, select Adding a Point to a Route Before you can add a stop to a route, you must be navigating a route in Automobile mode. While navigating a route, select to the main menu. Select Where To?. Search for the location (page Select Go!. -
Page 30: Avoiding Road Features
• To view nearby gas stations, select • To view nearby restaurants, select . • To view nearby lodging, select • To view nearby restrooms, select Select a point of interest. Avoiding Road Features Select Settings > Navigation > Avoidances. Select the road features to avoid on your routes, and select Save. -
Page 31: Using The Pedestrian Navigation Map
Go to http://my.garmin.com purchase cityXplorer maps. NOTE: You can change the types of public transit and limit the distance spent walking during a pedestrian route (page Using the Pedestrian Navigation Map page 22 for more map functions. ➊... -
Page 32: Map Pages
Select the transit type to include in your routes, and select Save. Map Pages Customizing the Map Customizing the Map Layers You can customize which data appear on the map, such as icons for points of interest and road conditions. From the map, select Select Map Layers. -
Page 33: Viewing Turns
dimensions. Changing the Tools on the Map Map tools appear as buttons on the map, which provide quick access to device functions. For example, you can add a button to take a detour, adjust the brightness, or view exit services. You can select up to three tools to display on the map. -
Page 34: Viewing Junctions
an image of the junction appears for junctions on major roadways. Viewing the Entire Route on the Map While navigating an automobile route, select the navigation bar at the top of the map. > Map. Select Viewing the Next Turn While navigating an automobile route, a preview of the next turn, lane change, or other maneuver appears in the upper-left corner of the map. -
Page 35: Viewing Trip Information
While you navigate an automobile route, a traffic alert may appear in the navigation bar. Select the alert to view more information. Viewing Trip Information The trip information page displays your present speed and provides statistics about your trip. TIP: If you make frequent stops, leave the device turned on so it can accurately measure elapsed time during the trip. -
Page 36: Viewing Current Location Information
To determine > Where Am I?. whether your mobile phone with Bluetooth technology is compatible with your device, go to www.garmin.com/bluetooth. > Where Am I?. Your phone may not support all of the hands- free phone features your device provides. -
Page 37: Disconnecting Your Phone
Before you can use hands-free calling, you must pair your device with a compatible mobile phone. Pairing your phone with your device allows your phone and device to recognize each other and connect quickly. Place your phone and your device within 33 ft. -
Page 38: Placing A Call
connect to the last phone to which it was connected. • You might need to set your mobile phone to connect to the device automatically when it is turned on. Receiving a Call When you receive a call, select an option: •... - Page 39 Using the Call History Your call history is loaded from your phone to the device each time your phone and the device connect. It may take a few minutes for the call history to be available. Some phones do not support this feature.
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Page 40: Saving A Home Phone Number
Smartphone Link using Bluetooth wireless technology. Connecting to Smartphone Link provides access to Garmin Live Services. Garmin Live Services provides free and subscription-based plans to view live data on your device, such as traffic data, weather, and fuel prices... -
Page 41: Downloading Smartphone Link
synchronized with your phone each time your device connects to Smartphone Link. Downloading Smartphone Link Smartphone Link supports phones running Android operating system version 2.1 or newer. ™ Download Smartphone Link from the application market on your supported phone. See your phone owner's manual for information on downloading and installing applications. -
Page 42: About Garmin Live Services
About Garmin Live Services NOTE: Smartphone Link supports phones running Android operating system version 2.1 or newer. Before you can use Garmin Live Services, your device must be connected to a supported phone running Smartphone Link (page Connecting to Smartphone Link provides access to Garmin Live Services. -
Page 43: About Ecoroute
Smartphone Link. Subscribing to Garmin Live Services You must subscribe to Garmin Live Services using the Smartphone Link app on your phone. Start the Smartphone Link app on your phone (page 35). -
Page 44: Calibrating The Fuel Economy
The first time you use the ecoRoute features, you must enter vehicle information. Select Apps > ecoRoute Enter fuel and mileage information. Changing the Fuel Price Select Apps > ecoRoute Enter the current price of fuel, and select Next. Select Yes. Calibrating the Fuel Economy You can calibrate the fuel economy to receive more-accurate fuel reports for your specific... -
Page 45: Viewing Fuel Economy Information
• Select to view detailed scores. About the ecoChallenge Score • Current—displays the score for your current driving activity. • Overall—displays an average of the speed, acceleration, and braking score. • Speed—displays your score for driving your vehicle at the optimal speed for conserving fuel (45–60 mph for most vehicles). -
Page 46: Viewing Mygarmin Messages
You can view saved mileage reports on the device. TIP: You can access mileage reports in the Reports folder on the device drive or volume (page 61). Select Apps > ecoRoute Report. Select a report. Resetting ecoRoute Information Select Apps > ecoRoute Profile. -
Page 47: Checking Road Conditions
Select Apps > Weather > Current Location. Select an option: • To view weather for a favorite city, select a city in the list. • To add a favorite city, select Add City, and enter a city name. Viewing the Weather Radar You can view an animated, color-coded radar map of current weather conditions, as well as a weather icon on the map. -
Page 48: About Audiobooks
About Audiobooks The device can play audiobooks from Audible .com. This feature requires a subscription to Audible.com. Go to www.audible.com/garmin activate a free 30-day trial subscription. Loading Audiobooks onto Your Device Before you can load audiobooks onto your device, you must subscribe to Audible.com. -
Page 49: Deleting A Bookmark
When you play an audiobook, the player automatically resumes the audiobook from the point where you last stopped. You can add a bookmark to mark a certain spot in the audiobook. While playing an audiobook, select Bookmark. Resuming Playback from a Bookmark While playing an audiobook, select Select a bookmark. -
Page 50: Planning A Trip
Planning a Trip You can use the trip planner to create and save a trip with multiple destinations. Select Apps > Trip Planner. Select Select Select Start Location. Search for a location (page Select Select. To add additional locations, select Select Next. -
Page 51: Viewing Pictures
Navigating to a Saved Trip Select Apps > Trip Planner. Select a saved trip. Select Go!. If prompted, select a route Editing a Saved Trip Select Apps > Trip Planner. Select a saved trip. Select Select an option: • Select Rename Trip. •... -
Page 52: Viewing Previous Routes And Destinations
Use the on-screen buttons to adjust the wallpaper. Select Save. Deleting Pictures Select Apps > Picture Viewer. Select a picture. Select > Delete > Yes. Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations Before you can use this feature, you must enable the travel history feature You can view your previous routes and places you have stopped on the map. -
Page 53: Finding Your Last Parking Spot
Finding Parking Before you can use this feature, you must subscribe to the Dynamic Parking service, and your device must be connected to a supported phone running Smartphone Link feature is not available in all areas. You can find detailed parking information, in cluding parking availability in nearby garages, and pricing information. -
Page 54: About Offers
NOTE: The traffic receiver must be connected to external power and you must be in a coverage area to receive ad-based traffic information. See our privacy statement at .garmin.com/privacy. Viewing Offers CAUTION Do not attempt to write down coupon codes while driving. -
Page 55: Using The Language Guide
Write down the code and present it when you arrive at the location. Viewing an Offer List Select Apps > Offers to view a list of the offers you have received. Disabling Traffic and Offers To disable offers, you must disable traffic. Select Settings >... -
Page 56: About Tracker
Smartphone Link (page is not available in all areas. others, and allow others to follow your location. Tracker is available on select Garmin GPS devices and as an application for select mobile phones. Setting Up Tracker Select Apps > Tracker > Get Started. -
Page 57: About Followers
You can invite a follower using an email address or a Tracker ID. If you invite a follower using an email address, that person must follow you using the Garmin website. If you invite a follower using a Tracker ID, that person can follow you using Tracker. -
Page 58: Hiding Your Location
recipient. • Select Enter Email or Tracker ID, and enter the recipient email address or Tracker ID (page 51). NOTE: The Tracker ID is case-sensitive. Select Next. Select an option: • Select a message. • Select Enter Message, and enter a customized message. -
Page 59: Enabling Your Social Network Accounts For Tracker
Select Next. Select an option: • Select a message. • Select Enter Message, and enter a customized message. Select Send. Enabling Your Social Network Accounts for Tracker Before you can post your location on social networks using Tracker, you must enable your social network accounts in Smartphone Link. -
Page 60: Traffic
Select Send. Traffic noTICE Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the traffic information. Traffic information may not be available in all areas or countries. Your device can receive traffic information using a compatible Garmin traffic receiver or a... -
Page 61: Receiving Traffic Data Using A Traffic Receiver
Receiving Traffic Data Using a Traffic Receiver When the receiver is within a traffic coverage area, your device will begin displaying traffic information. The traffic receiver and the device may need to be in data range of an FM station transmitting traffic information. -
Page 62: Receiving Traffic Data Using Smartphone Link
Link and within a traffic coverage area, your device will begin displaying traffic information. Traffic data is not available in all areas. From your phone, purchase a traffic subscription from Garmin Live Services (page 37). Connect your device to Smartphone Link (page 35). -
Page 63: Traffic On Your Route
Traffic on Your Route When calculating your route, the device examines the current traffic and automatically optimizes the route for the shortest time. If a severe traffic delay occurs on your route while you are navigating, your device automatically recalculates the route. The traffic icon changes color to indicate the severity of traffic conditions on your route or on... -
Page 64: Traffic In Your Area
Traffic in Your Area Searching for Traffic Delays From the map, select Select Traffic Conditions > Select an item in the list. If there is more than one delay, use the arrows to view additional delays. Viewing a Traffic Incident on the Map From the map, select Select Traffic Conditions. -
Page 65: Traffic Subscriptions
NOTE: You can also purchase a traffic subscription using Garmin Live Services (page 37). Traffic subscriptions purchased through Garmin Live Services require a connection to Smartphone Link, but do not require a traffic receiver (page From the main menu, select Settings >... -
Page 66: Data Management
OS 10.3 and earlier. File Types The device supports the following file types: • JPEG and JPG image files • Maps and GPX waypoint files from Garmin mapping software, including MapSource BaseCamp • GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI... -
Page 67: About Memory Cards
™ Select the file. Select Edit > Copy. Open the Garmin or memory card drive or volume. Select Edit > Paste. The file appears in the list of files in the device memory or on the memory card. -
Page 68: Deleting Files
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not delete it. Your device memory contains important system files that should not be deleted. Open the Garmin drive or volume. If necessary, open a folder or volume. Select a file. -
Page 69: Navigation Settings
• Dashboards—sets the map dashboard layout. • myMaps—sets which installed maps the device uses. Enabling Maps TIP: To purchase additional map products, go to www.garmin.com/maps. Select Settings > Map and Vehicle > myMaps. Select a map. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual Navigation Settings Select Settings >... -
Page 70: Display Settings
• GPS Simulator—stops the device from receiving a GPS signal, and saves battery power. Route Preferences 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. -
Page 71: Bluetooth Settings
Select Settings > Display > Screenshot > Enabled. Select to take a screenshot. The picture bitmap file is saved in the screenshots folder on the device drive 61). Bluetooth Settings Select Settings > Bluetooth. • Bluetooth—enables the Bluetooth component. • Add Phone or Phone—manages connections between your device and mobile phones with Bluetooth wireless technology. -
Page 72: Traffic Settings
When the trafficTrends feature is enabled, your device records historic traffic data and uses that data to calculate more-efficient routes. This information is sent to Garmin when you connect your device to myGarmin NOTE: Different routes may be calculated based on traffic trends for the day of the week or the time of day. -
Page 73: Units And Time Settings
Units and Time Settings Select Settings > Units and Time. • Current Time—sets the device time. • Units—sets the unit of measure used for distances. • Time Format—allows you to select a 12-hour, 24-hour, or UTC display time. Language and Keyboard Settings Select Settings >... -
Page 74: Restoring Settings
collect your speed, direction, and location information and share it with strategic partners and service providers. • Keep Travel History—allows the device to record information for the, Where I’ve Been (page 46), and Trip Log (page • Clear Travel History Restoring Settings You can restore a category of settings or all settings to the factory default values. -
Page 75: Erasing User Data
• Remove the residue left on the windshield by the suction cup. • Do not keep your unit in the glove compartment. • Register your device at http://my.garmin .com. Erasing User Data NOTE: This process erases all items you have saved to the device. -
Page 76: Changing The Fuse In The Vehicle Power Cable
All original settings are restored. Extending the Battery Life • Keep your device away from extreme temperatures. • Put the device in sleep mode • Decrease the screen brightness • Do not leave your device in direct sunlight. • Decrease the volume (page •... -
Page 77: Mounting On Your Dashboard
is listed after "output" on the back of the vehicle power adapter. Place the silver tip in the end piece. Screw the end piece back into the vehicle power cable. Mounting on Your Dashboard noTICE The permanent mounting adhesive is extremely difficult to remove after it is installed. -
Page 78: Updating Maps
This model includes a lifetime traffic subscription, nüMaps Lifetime subscription, and a traffic receiver. Purchasing Additional Maps Go to your device product page on the Garmin web site (www.garmin.com). Click the Maps tab. Follow the on-screen instructions. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual... -
Page 79: Safety Cameras
Safety Cameras CAUTION Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of, or the consequences of using, a custom POI or safety camera database. Safety camera information is available in some locations. Check http://my.garmin.com availability. For these locations, the nüvi includes the locations of hundreds of safety cameras. -
Page 80: Purchasing Accessories
Select Where To? > Categories > Custom POIs. Select a category. Purchasing Accessories Go to http://buy.garmin.com. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual... -
Page 81: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Solution My device is not acquiring • Verify the GPS simulator is turned off satellite signals • Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall buildings and trees. • Remain stationary for several minutes. The suction cup will not Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing alcohol. - Page 82 Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer and into your device. The device automatically turns on and goes into USB mass storage mode. Verify your device is connected to a USB port and not a USB hub. set to Enabled. www.garmin.com/bluetooth for more help. nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual...
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Page 83: Index
Symbols 2-D, 3-D map view 27 accessories 74 adding a stop 23 addresses 12 alerts safety camera 73 audiobook 42 bookmark 43 loading 42 playing 42 automatic volume 5 enabling 5 avoiding public transit types 24, 25 theft 69 traffic 57 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual battery 75 Bluetooth technology 30–82... - Page 84 13 recent selections 14 saved locations 16 using search bar 9 fuel prices 11 fuel stations 11 fuse, changing 70 Garmin Live Services 36 subscribing 37 geocaching 13 go home 14 settings 64 simulator 15 help 34 historical traffic 66...
- Page 85 on dashboard 71 on windshield 75 removing from mount 71 mute phone call 33 myDashboard 2 myGarmin messages 40 myTrends enabling 68 navigation 22 off road 24 pedestrian 24 photo 15 nearby services 30 next turn 28 nüMaps Lifetime 72 offers 48 disabling 49 viewing 49...
- Page 86 settings 62–82 Smartphone Link 34 connecting 35 software version 67 speech recognition 18 storing the device 68 system settings 63 text language 67 time settings 67 tools 34–39 Tracker 50 following others 50 hiding your location 52 ID 51 inviting followers 51 nickname 50 sending location message 52 sharing your location 53...
- Page 87 customization shortcut icon, adding 8 shortcut icon, removing 8 world clock 46 nüvi 2405/2505 Series Owner’s Manual...
- Page 88 The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, ® Inc., and any use of such name by Garmin is under license. Windows a registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/ or other countries. Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.