Troubleshooting - Garmin Nuvi 1690 Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem/Question
My nüvi never gets
satellite signals.
The suction cup
will not stay on my
windshield.
My nüvi does not
charge in my vehicle.
My battery does not
stay charged for very
long.
nüvi 1690 Owner's Manual
Solution/Answer
Ensure that the GPS simulator is turned off. From
the Home screen, touch
General > GPS Simulator
Take your nüvi out of parking garages and away
from tall buildings and trees. Remain stationary for
several minutes.
Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing
alcohol. Dry it with a clean, dry cloth. Mount the
suction cup as described on
Ensure that the vehicle is turned on and is supplying
power to the power outlet.
Your nüvi can only charge between 32°F and 113°F
(between 0°C and 45°C). If the nüvi is placed in
direct sunlight or in a hot environment, it cannot
charge.
To maximize the time between charges, turn down
the backlight. Touch
Brightness.
Settings > System
> Off.
page 2.
Tools > Settings
Appendix
>
> Display >
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