Looking at Your nüvi See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information. Power button: Press to turn the nüvi on and off. microSD ™ card slot Mini-USB connector Using the Main Menu ➊ ➊ ➊ Touch to find a destination. ➋...
Using the Main Menu Toolbar ➊ ➋ ➌ ➍ ➎ ➊ GPS signal status. Touch and hold to view satellite information. ➋ Bluetooth technology status. ® Touch to change Bluetooth settings. ➌ Usage mode indicator. Touch to select a usage mode.
5. Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into a power outlet in your vehicle. 6. Fit the bottom of your nüvi into the cradle. 7. Tilt your nüvi back until it snaps into place. Your unit should turn on automatically if it is plugged in and the vehicle is running.
To search for a location in a different area, touch Where To? Following Your Route Your route is marked with a magenta line. As you travel, your nüvi guides you to your destination with voice prompts, arrows on the map, and directions at the top of the map.
1. While navigating a route, touch 2. Touch Detour or Recalculate. Using nüLink! Services Your nüvi comes with a subscription to Garmin nüLink! services, which allow you to receive current information on weather, fuel prices, flight times, and more. For more information on nüLink! Tools >...
Using Traffic nOTE: Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of the traffic information. nOTE: Not available in all areas. Your nüvi can receive traffic information through your nüLink! subscription. Your device must be receiving a signal from nüLink! services to receive traffic information.
Calling a Number 1. Select Phone > Dial. 2. Enter the number, and touch Dial. 3. To end a call, touch Call. Receiving a Call When you receive a call, the Incoming Call window opens. • Touch answer to answer the call. •...
4. Enter a four-digit PIN. 5. Touch Set. nOTE: If you forget your PIN and your security location, you must send your nüvi to Garmin to get it unlocked. You must also send a valid product registration or proof of purchase.
More Information For more information about your nüvi, select Tools > Help. Download the latest version of the owner’s manual from www.garmin.com. For information on accessories, go http://buy.garmin.com your Garmin dealer. nüvi 1690 Quick Start Manual ™ within 60 or contact...
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