nüvi® 2405/2505 series - Garmin GPS Systems, Nuvi GPS, & GPS
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1. 2 Connect the USB cable to the USB port on your computer 3 Go to www garmin com dashboard 4 Follow the on screen instructions nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Registering the Device 1 Open myDashboard page 2 2 Follow the on screen instructions Updating the Software 1 Open myDashboard page 2 2 Under Software Updates click Update Now 3 Follow the on screen instructions nuMaps Guarantee 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 for details and terms and conditions Updating Maps 1 Open myDashboard page 2 2 Register the device page 3 3 Under Map Updates click Update Now 4 Follow the on screen instructions Turning Off the Device You can power off the device completely 1 Hold the Power key for 3 seconds NOTE If you hold the Power key for less than 3 seconds the device enters sleep mode page 4 2 Select Off nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 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 Entering Sleep Mode Press the Power key Adjusting the Screen Brightne2. 4 Select a location Searching Within a Category To narrow your search results you can search within some categories 1 Select Where To 2 Select a category or select Categories 3 If necessary select a subcategory 4 Select the search bar Enter Searc Se Pp o ni i 5 Enter all or part of the name 6 Select iW Finding a Location Using the Search Bar You can use the search bar to search for locations by entering a category brand name address or city name 1 Select Where To 2 Select the search bar 3 Enter a search term Suggested search terms appear below the search bar as you type e To search for a type of business enter a category name such as movie theaters or coffee shops nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual e To search for a business by name enter all or part of the name e To search for an address near you enter the street number and street name e To search for an address in another city enter the street number street name city and state e To search for a city enter the city and State e To search for coordinates enter latitude and longitude coordinates Select an option e To search using a suggested search term select the term e To search using the text you entered select Qh If necessary select a location Changing the Search Area By default your device finds locations closest to your current location You can fin
3. A GARMIN S vi 2405 2505 Sens owner s manual models 2405 2415 2445 2455 2475 2495 2515 2545 2555 2565 2595 0 37 gt Exit 2Y l 35 N l 70 E US 169 N Pir z ej MET Z a GARMIN August 2011 190 01355 00_0A Printed in Taiwan 2011 Garmin Ltd or its subsidiaries All rights reserved Except as expressly provided herein no part of this manual may be reproduced copied transmitted disseminated downloaded or stored in any storage medium for any purpose without the express prior written consent of Garmin Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to be viewed and to print one copy of this manual or of any revision hereto provided that such electronic or printed copy of this manual must contain the complete text of this copyright notice and provided further that any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly prohibited Information in this document is subject to change without notice Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements Go to the Garmin Web site www garmin com for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other Garmin products Table of Contents Getting Started 1 Connecting the Devic
4. Activating Voice Command Say your wakeup phrase The Voice Command menu appears nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Voice Command Tips e Speak in a normal voice directed at the device e Reduce background noise such as voices or the radio to increase the accuracy of the voice recognition e Speak commands as they appear on the screen e Respond to voice prompts from the device as needed e Increase the length of your wakeup phrase to reduce the chance of accidental Voice Command activation Starting a Route Using Voice Command You can say the names of popular well known locations 1 Say your wakeup phrase 2 Say Find Place Speak a Place 3 Listen for the voice prompt and speak the name of the location Alist of locations appears Hit gt ae Navigate i Call ME A nt el WS aaas Oae 15970 S Mur Len Rd 4 Say the line number nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Navigate aaa d 5 Say Navigate Finding an Address 1 Say Voice Command 2 Say Find Address 3 Speak the entire address Muting Instructions You can disable the voice prompts for Voice Command without muting the device 1 Select Apps gt Voice Command gt BS 2 Select Mute Instructions gt Enabled Disabling Voice Command You can disable Voice Command which prevents you from accidentally activating Voice Command while speaking 1 Select Apps gt Voice Command gt BS 2 Select
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6. i E i Ki Keep left onto 1 435 E 4 2mi f g xit 71A on right to I FTON E US 50 fe A ieyistweslessmmbcedies 2 2 Select a turn 26 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual The details for the turn appear If available an image of the junction appears for junctions on major roadways Viewing the Entire Route on the Map 1 While navigating an automobile route select the navigation bar at the top of the map 2 Select gt Map 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 The preview includes the distance to the turn or maneuver and the lane in which you should be traveling if available From the map select to view the next turn on the map Keep left onto l 435 N towards Des Moines Viewing Junctions While navigating an automobile route you can view the junctions on major roadways When you approach a junction in a route the image of that junction appears briefly if available From the map select R to view the junction if available Take Exit f 222A on right NZZ to l 435 E nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 21 Viewing Traffic Alerts While you navigate an automobile route a traffic alert may appear in the navigation bar 9 Select the alert to view more information Viewing Trip Information The trip information page display
7. you can use the GPS to set a simulated location 1 Select Settings gt Navigation 2 Select GPS Simulator 3 Select View Map 4 Select an area on the map The address of the location appears at the bottom of the screen Select the address 6 Select Set Location or nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Saving Locations You can save locations so you can quickly find them and create routes to them Saving a Location Saving Your Current Location 1 From the map select the vehicle icon 2 Select Save 3 Enter a name and select Done 1 Finda location page 9 4 Select OK 2 Select a location from the list Starting a Route to a Saved Location 3 Select 9 1 Select Where To gt Saved 4 Select gt Save 2 If necessary select a category or select All 5 If necessary enter a name and select Done Categories 3 Selecta location 4 Select Go 16 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Editing a Saved Location Select Where To gt Saved If necessary select a category Select a location Select Select gt Edit Select an option e Select Name Select Phone Number e To assign categories to the Favorite select Categories e To save a photo with the Favorite select Assign Photo page 42 e To change the symbol used to mark the Favorite on a map select Change Map Symbol 7 Edit the information 8 Select Done aoa Fr WN a Assigning Categories to a Saved Location Yo
8. 3 Select a picture Viewing a Slideshow 1 Select Apps gt Picture Viewer 2 Select iA While a slideshow is playing you can select the screen to stop the slideshow Setting a Picture as Wallpaper 1 Select Apps gt Picture Viewer 2 Select a picture 3 Select E gt Set as Wallpaper 4 Use the on screen buttons to adjust the wallpaper 5 Select Save Deleting Pictures 1 Select Apps gt Picture Viewer 2 Select a picture 3 Select S gt Delete gt Yes Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations Before you can use this feature you must enable the travel history feature page 57 Your can view your previous routes and places you have stopped on the map Select Apps gt Where I ve Been 42 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Using the World Clock 1 Select Apps gt World Clock 2 fnecessary select a city enter a city name and select Done Viewing the World Map Select Apps gt World Clock gt ED Nighttime hours appear in the shaded area of the map Finding Your Last Parking Spot When you remove your device from the vehicle mount while the device is on your current location is saved as a parking spot Select Apps gt Last Spot Using the Calculator Select Apps gt Calculator Converting Units 1 Select Apps gt Unit Converter 2 If necessary select the button next to Convert select a measurement category and select Save 3 If necessary select a unit button sel
9. Owner s Manual 23 e To view nearby restaurants select i To view nearby lodging select ES To view nearby restrooms select 4 4 Select a point of interest Avoiding Road Features 1 Select Settings gt Navigation gt Avoidances 2 Select the road features to avoid on your routes and select Save Avoiding Transit Types NOTE Transit types are available when cityXplorer maps are loaded page 29 1 Select Settings gt Navigation gt Public Transit 2 Select the transit type to avoid on your routes 3 Select Save Navigating Off Road If you are not following roadways as you navigate you can use Off Road mode 1 Select Settings gt Navigation 2 Select Calculation Mode gt Off Road gt Save The route will be calculated as a straight line to the location 24 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 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 1 From the map select A 2 Select Map Layers 3 Select which layers you want to include on the map and select Save Viewing the Trip Log Your device keeps a trip log which is a record of the path you have traveled 1 Select Settings gt Map and Vehicle gt Map Layers 2 Select the Trip Log check box Changing the Map Data Field 1 From the map select the data field in the lower left hand corner 2 S
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11. circle means the displayed position is more accurate Public Transit Options If you have cityXplorer maps installed the device calculates a route that uses a combination of public transit options such as riding a bus or subway and walking NOTE cityXplorer maps are not included with the device See http my garmin com to purchase cityXplorer maps The yellow icons indicate the navigation method used in each section of the route For example when you see board a bus at that point in the route nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 29 The black dots on the map are public transit Viewing Current Location stops along your route Information NOTE You anh change the types of public Use the Where Am page to view information transit and limit the distance spent walking about your current location This feature is RUD 2 Pee iat VOU ree helpful if you need to tell emergency personnel Enabling Transit Types your location NOTE Transit types are available when From the map select gt Where Am 1 cityXplorer maps are loaded page 29 1 Select Settings gt Navigation gt Public Transit 2 Select the transit type to include in your routes and select Save Finding Nearby Services 1 From the map select gt Where Am 1 2 Select Hospitals Police Stations or Fuel to view the nearest locations in that category 30 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Hands Free Phone Calls About Hands Fre
12. e GPS Simulator stops the device from receiving a GPS signal and saves battery power Route Preferences Select Settings gt Navigation gt Calculation Mode The route calculation is based on road speeds and vehicle acceleration data for a given route e Faster Time calculates routes that are faster to drive but can be longer in distance nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 53 Shorter Distance calculates routes that are shorter in distance but can take more time to drive e Less Fuel calculates routes that could use less fuel than other routes Off Road calculates a direct line from your location to your destination Display Settings Select Settings gt Display e Orientation changes to landscape or portrait mode e Color Mode sets a light background Day a dark background Night or automatically switches between the two based on the sunrise time and the sunset time for your current location Auto Brightness changes the brightness of the screen Decreasing the brightness can save battery power Display Timeout sets the amount of idle time before your device enters sleep mode e Screenshot allows you to take a picture of the device screen Screenshots are saved in the screenshot folder of the device storage Capturing Screenshots 1 Select Settings gt Display gt Screenshot gt Enabled 2 Select tj to take a screenshot The picture bitmap file is s
13. ecoChallenge helps you maximize the vehicle fuel economy by scoring your driving habits The higher your ecoChallenge scores the more fuel you have saved The ecoChallenge collects data and calculates a score whenever your device is moving and in Automobile mode Viewing ecoChallenge Scores _ View your current score in the 9 ecoChallenge icon on the map Select to view detailed scores About the ecoChallenge Score e Current displays the score for your current driving activity e OQverall displays an average of the speed acceleration and braking score e Speed displays your score for driving your vehicle at the optimal speed for conserving fuel 45 60 mph for most vehicles 36 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual e Acceleration displays your score for smooth and gradual acceleration You lose points for rapid acceleration e Braking displays your score for smooth and gradual braking You lose points for hard braking Removing the ecoChallenge Score From the Map Select g gt gt Settings gt Hide gt Save Resetting the ecoChallenge Scores 1 Select Apps gt ecoRoute gt Vehicle Profile 2 Select Reset Viewing Fuel Economy Information You can view your fuel consumption your total fuel cost and your average fuel economy 1 Select Apps gt ecoRoute gt Fuel Economy 2 Select a section of the graph to zoom in Mileage Reports Mileage reports provide the distance t
14. it is assembled correctly If your device does not charge in your vehicle you may need to replace the fuse located at the tip of the vehicle adapter 1 Unscrew the end piece TIP You may need to use a coin to remove the end piece 2 Remove the end piece the silver tip P and the fuse glass and silver cylinder 3 Install a 1 Aor 2 A fast blow fuse NOTE The required fuse for your cable is listed after output on the back of the vehicle power adapter Place the silver tip in the end piece 5 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 Use the enclosed mounting disk to mount your device to the dashboard and comply with certain state regulations 1 Clean and dry the dashboard where you are placing the disk 2 Remove the backing from the adhesive on the bottom of the disk 3 Place the disk on the dashboard 60 n vi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 4 Remove the clear plastic cover from the top of the disk 5 Place the suction cup mount on top of the disk 6 Flip the lever down toward the disk Removing the Device Cradle and Mount Removing the Device from the Cradle 1 Press up on the tab on the top of the cradle 2 Tilt the device forward Removing the Cradle from the Mount 1 Turn the cradle to the right or left 2 Apply pres
15. on the keyboard to enter a letter or number Select to add a space Select to delete an entry Select J to select the keyboard language mode Select to enter special characters such as punctuation marks Select to change character capitalization nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 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 1 Select Where To gt Add Shortcut 2 Select an item Removing a Shortcut 1 Select Where To gt S gt Remove Shortcut s 2 Select the shortcut to remove 3 Select the shortcut again to confirm Finding Locations The device offers many methods for finding locations By category page 9 Near another location page 10 By spelling the name page 11 By address page 11 Using the map page 13 Using recently found locations page 14 Using coordinates page 12 Using photos page 15 Using saved locations page 16 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 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 1 Select Where To 2 Select a category or select Categories 3 If necessary select a subcategory
16. records historic traffic data and uses that data to calculate more efficient routes This information is sent to Garmin when your device when you connect your device to myGarmin using your computer NOTE Different routes may be calculated based on traffic trends for the day of the week or the time of day Disabling trafficTrends To prevent your device from recording or sharing traffic data you must disable trafficTrends Select Settings gt Traffic gt trafficTrends Units and Time Settings Select Settings gt Units and Time e Current Time sets the device time e 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 gt Language e Voice Language sets the language for voice prompts Text Language sets all on screen text to the selected language NOTE Changing the text language does not change the language of user entered data or map data such as street names e Keyboard Language sets the language for your keyboard 56 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual e Keyboard Layout sets the keyboard layout Proximity Alerts Settings Select Settings gt Proximity Alerts e Audio sets the tone of an alert e Alerts alerts you when you approach custom safety cameras Device Settings Select Settings gt Device e About displays the software version nu
17. 50 junction view 27 K keyboard 7 language mode 7 57 L latitude and longitude 12 locations 9 map buttons 26 maps adding 62 detail level 52 errors 10 purchasing 62 theme 52 view 25 MapSource 50 62 mass storage mode 50 measurements converting 43 66 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual memory card 50 mileage report 37 mounting the device on dashboard 60 on windshield 63 removing from mount 61 mute phone call 34 myDashboard 2 myTrends enabling 57 N navigation 22 offroad 24 pedestrian 29 photo 15 nearby services 30 next turn 27 nuMaps Lifetime 61 O offers 44 disabling 44 viewing 44 off road navigation 24 54 on screen buttons 7 P pairing a mobile phone 31 parking 14 last spot 43 saving 43 pedestrian mode settings 24 30 photo navigation loading pictures 15 picture viewer 42 PIN Bluetooth 32 points of interest finding 9 POI loader 50 protecting your device 58 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 16 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 67 school zone database 62 screen brightness 54 screenshots 54 settings 52 70 software ver
18. Memory Card The device supports microSD and microSDHC memory or data cards 1 Insert a memory card into the slot on the device 2 Press it in until it clicks Transferring Files from Your Computer 1 Connect the device to your computer page 2 Your device and memory card appear as removable drives in My Computer in Windows and as mounted volumes on Mac computers NOTE Some computers with multiple network drives cannot display nuvi drives See your operating system help file to learn how to map the drives On your computer open the file browser Select the file Select Edit gt Copy Open the Garmin or memory card drive or volume 6 Select Edit gt Paste The file appears in the list of files in the device memory or on the memory card Disconnecting the USB Cable 1 Complete an action For Windows computers double click the eject icon in your system tray e For Mac computers drag the volume icon to the Trash O A G N nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 51 2 Disconnect the cable from your computer 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 1 Open the Garmin drive or volume 2 If necessary open a folder or volume 3 Selecta file 4 Press the Delete key on your keyboard Customizing the Device 1 Select Settings 2 Select a setting category 3 Select the setting
19. OI Loader Help Files For more information on the POI Loader refer to the help file With the POI Loader open click Help Finding Extras 1 Select Where To gt Extras 2 Select a category Purchasing Accessories Go to http buy garmin com 62 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Troubleshooting Problem Solution My device is not acquiring satellite signals Verify the GPS simulator is turned off page 53 From the main menu select Settings gt System gt GPS Simulator e Take your device out of parking garages and away from tall buildings and trees e Remain stationary for several minutes The suction cup will not stay on my windshield e Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing alcohol e Dry with a clean dry cloth e Mount the suction cup page 1 The device does not charge in my vehicle e Check the fuse in the vehicle power cable page 60 e Verify the vehicle is turned on and is supplying power to the power outlet e Your device can only charge between 32 F and 113 F between 0 C and 45 C If the device is placed in direct sunlight or in a hot environment it cannot charge seem accurate My battery does not stay To maximize the time between changes turn down the backlight page 54 charged for very long My battery gauge does not Allow the unit to fully discharge and fully charge it without interrupting the charge cycle How do know my devi
20. Set Home Location 2 Select Enter My Address Use My Current Location or Recently Found The location is saved as Home in the Saved folder page 16 Going Home Select Where To gt Go Home Editing Your Home Location Information 1 Select Where To gt Saved gt Home 2 Select gt Edit 3 Enter your changes 4 Select Done Finding Recently Found Places Your device stores the last 50 locations you have found 1 Select Where To gt Recent 2 Selecta location Clearing the List of Recently Found Places Select Where To gt Recent gt gt Clear gt Yes Finding Parking You can find detailed parking information and pricing information 1 Select Where To gt Categories gt Parking 2 Select an option 3 Select a parking location nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Using Photo Navigation 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 a1 2 Go to http connect garmin com photos 3 Follow the instructions on the Web site to select and load pictures 4 Disconnect the device from the computer Turn on the device 6 From the main menu select Where To gt Saved gt Photos A list of pictures with location information appears 7 Selecta picture or Setting a Simulated Location If you are indoors or not receiving satellite signals
21. To receive more accurate fuel reports for your specific vehicle and driving habits calibrate the fuel economy page 36 ecoRoute HD Accessory When connected to the ecoRoute HD accessory your device can receive real time vehicle information such as error messages RPM and battery voltage Your device includes data read from the vehicle by the ecoRoute HD accessory when calculating ecoRoute data Go to www garmin com ecoroute for compatibility and purchasing information Setting up the Vehicle Profile The first time you use the ecoRoute features you must enter vehicle information 1 Select Apps gt ecoRoute 2 Enter fuel and mileage information Changing the Fuel Price 1 Select Apps gt ecoRoute gt At the Pump 2 Enter the current price of fuel and select Next nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 35 3 Select Yes Calibrating the Fuel Economy You can calibrate the fuel economy to receive more accurate fuel reports for your specific vehicle and driving habits You should calibrate when you fill up your fuel tank 1 2 3 Select Apps gt ecoRoute gt At the Pump Enter the current fuel price Enter the amount of fuel the vehicle has used since the last time the fuel tank was filled Enter the distance you have travelled since the last time the fuel tank was filled Select Next The device calculates the average vehicle fuel economy Select Save About the ecoChallenge
22. Voice Command gt Disabled 20 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Navigation Starting a Route 1 2 3 4 search for a location page 8 Select a location Select Go If necessary select an option e Select Drive e Select Walk e Select Public Transit to calculate a route that combines public transit and walking NOTE You must have cityXplorer maps loaded to navigate using public transit page 29 If necessary select a route Starting a Route to a Saved Location 1 2 3 4 Select Where To gt Saved If necessary select a category or select All Categories Select a location Select Go Using Multiple Route Preview 1 2 3 Search for a location Select a location Select Routes and if necessary select Drive page 9 A map appears with Faster Time Shorter Distance and Less Fuel routes highlighted Use the on screen buttons to select a route Select Go nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 21 Following an Automobile Route Using the Automobile Navigation Map The route is marked with a magenta line A While navigating in Automobile mode you can checkered flag marks your destination select map features As you travel the device guides you to the 1 Select the map destination with voice prompts arrows on the Map icons appear map and directions at the top of the map If 2 Select an option you depart from the original route the device Saa recalcula
23. an Routes ie ccenvestscsansishavaantnncendackoesiess 29 Viewing Current Location Information 30 Hands Free Phone Calls sscee 31 About Hands Free Calling cccceeen 31 Placing a Call c cccccccsssesssscssseessteseseeseees 32 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Using In Call Options cccceseeseeeeeeees 34 Saving a Home Phone Numbet 000 34 Using the Apps ccscsesessesseeeaes 35 Using TAG sasemon 35 About ecoRoute sssssinuwiiacsixaiishevsientanciuacntoniaasvatits 35 About Audiobooks 38 Panning a TIP sssini 40 Viewing Pictures cccccecesssssesssssssessersaesaees 42 Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations 42 Using the World Clock n se 43 Finding Your Last Parking Spot cc 43 Converting WIS cisiccscaceeccdsacsncdeatencntacciesceteenet 43 About TCLS circassica 44 Using the Language Guide ccccececeeees 45 fic AEN TAA EAE EN EAE ere 46 Disabling Live Traffic ccccscssecseeseseeeeeees 46 Traffic Data cccceccscscsesscsssssseecsssessseeesseees 46 Traffic Receiver scscecssaseectnectenestzesteveatecttoned 47 Traffic on Your ROULE cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeen 48 Traffic in Your Area sicicusscctiesatciecnecwieds elebicnses 49 Understanding Traffic Data 0 001010100000 49 Traffic Subscriptions cccceeeeceeeeeseteeeeseees 49 Data Management csssesssrees 50 File TYD OS esea a 50 About Memory CardS c
24. ating an automobile route select 2 Select Alternate Route 3 Select a route Viewing Traffic on the Map The traffic map shows color coded traffic flow and delays on nearby roads 1 From the map select 2 Select Traffic Conditions 48 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Traffic in Your Area Searching for Traffic Delays 1 From the map page select 2 Select Traffic Conditions gt Q 3 Select an item in the list 4 lf there is more than one delay use the arrows to view additional delays Viewing a Traffic Incident on the Map 1 From the map select 2 Select Traffic Conditions 3 Select a traffic icon Understanding Traffic Data The traffic legend explains the icons and colors used on the traffic map 1 From the map select 2 Select Traffic Legend Traffic Subscriptions Subscription Activation You do not need to activate the subscription included with your FM traffic receiver The subscription activates automatically after your device acquires satellite signals while receiving traffic signals from the pay service provider Lifetime Subscriptions Some models include subscriptions to lifetime features e LT This model includes a lifetime traffic subscription and a traffic receiver e LMT This model includes a nuMaps Lifetime subscription lifetime traffic subscription page 61 and a traffic receiver Adding a Subscription You can purchase traffic subscriptions fo
25. aved in the screenshots folder on the device drive page 51 Bluetooth Settings Select Settings gt Bluetooth Bluetooth enables the Bluetooth component 54 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Add Phone or Phone manages connections between your device and mobile phones with Bluetooth wireless technology Friendly Name allows you to enter a friendly name that identifies your nuvi on devices with Bluetooth technology Managing the Bluetooth Device List You can add disconnect or delete phones that your device detects while Bluetooth is enabled 1 Select Settings gt Bluetooth gt Phone 2 Select an option e Select a phone for your device to connect with Select F to add a phone to the menu e Select x to delete a phone from the device memory e Select None to drop your current connection Disabling Bluetooth 1 Select Settings gt Bluetooth 2 Select Bluetooth Traffic Settings Select Settings gt Traffic e Traffic enables traffic and offers e Subscriptions lists current traffic subscriptions e trafficTrends Purchasing Traffic Subscriptions You can purchase additional subscriptions or a renewal if your subscription expires Go to www garmin com fmtraffic Viewing Traffic Subscriptions Select Settings gt Traffic gt Subscriptions nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 55 trafficTrends When the trafficTrends feature is enabled your device
26. calls appears with the most recent Calls at the top 3 Select a call nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 33 Using In Call Options 1 While on a call select Select an option 2 To transfer audio to your phone select Handset TIP You can use this feature if you want to turn off your device and remain on the call or if you need privacy To display a keypad select Keypad TIP You can use this feature to use automated systems such as voice mail To mute the microphone select Mute To hang up select End Call Saving a Home Phone Number TIP After you save a home number you can edit the home number by editing Home in Saved page 16 Select Phone gt gt Set Home Number enter your phone number and select Done Calling Home Before you can call home using the Call Home button you must enter a phone number for your home location Select Phone gt Call Home 34 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Using the Apps Using Help Select Apps gt Help to view information about using the device Searching Help Topics Select Apps gt Help gt Q About ecoRoute The ecoRoute feature calculates the fuel economy and the fuel price of navigating to a destination and offers tools for improving fuel efficiency The data provided by the ecoRoute feature is an estimate only The data is not actually read from the vehicle unless you are using the ecoRoute HD accessory
27. ce is in USB mass storage mode When your device is in USB mass storage mode a picture of a device connected to a computer is shown on the device screen Also you should see two new removable disk drives listed in My Computer nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 63 The device is connected to the computer but it will not go into mass storage mode 1 Disconnect the USB cable from your computer 2 Turn off the device 3 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 4 Verify your device is connected to a USB port and not a USB hub cannot see any new removable drives in my list of drives If you have several network drives mapped on your computer Windows can have trouble assigning drive letters to your device drives Refer to your operating system Help file to learn how to map or assign drive letters My phone will not connect to the device From the main menu select Settings gt Bluetooth The Bluetooth field must be set to Enabled e Turn on your phone and bring it within 33 feet of the device e Go to wwwgarmin com bluetooth for more help 64 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Index Symbols 2 D 3 D map view 25 A accessories 62 adding a stop 23 addresses 11 audiobook 38 bookmark 39 loading 38 playing 39 automatic volume 5 enabling 5 avoiding pub
28. d a bookmark select i e To pause playback select i i To resume playback select ji e To move quickly forward or backward in the book use the slider bar at the top of the page Togo to the next chapter select gt RH e To go to the previous chapter select Fead To fast forward hold H To rewind hold iid Adding 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 T gt Add Bookmark Resuming Playback from a Bookmark 1 While playing an audiobook select T 2 Select a bookmark nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 39 Renaming a Bookmark By default the device names a bookmark using the time stamp of the bookmark You can rename a bookmark 1 While playing an audiobook select H gt gt Rename Bookmarks 2 Select a bookmark 3 Enter a name and select Done Deleting a Bookmark 14 While playing an audiobook select g gt gt Delete Bookmarks 2 Select a bookmark Planning a Trip You can use the trip planner to create and save a trip with multiple destinations 1 Select Apps gt Trip Planner Select fF Select Select Start Location Search for a location page 9 Select Select To add additional locations select Select Next Enter a name and select Done CON OS OF RP GW PO Editin
29. d a location near another city or location 1 Select Where To gt Searching Near 2 Select an option 3 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 8 Select a location from the list Select Select gt Edit Select Report as Closed or Report as Missing or NY a nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual This information is sent to Garmin when you connect your device to myGarmin using your computer Editing Location Information You can change the address or phone number for a location that appears in the search results 1 Find a location page 8 Select a location from the list Select Select gt Edit Select Address or Phone Number and enter the new information O A G N Rating a Point of Interest You can assign a star rating to a point of interest 1 Find a location page 8 2 Select gt 3 Select the stars to rate the point of interest The star rating updates on your device About Search Tools Search tools allow you to search for cities addresses intersections or coordinates By default the address search tool appears in the Where To menu To search for cities intersections and coordinates you must add those search tools to the Where To menu page 8 Fin
30. dinate Enter the new coordinate and select Done Select the longitude coordinate Enter the new coordinate and select Done Select View on Map NO oO PP CW nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Finding a Location by Browsing the Map Before you can find places included in the map data such as restaurants hospitals and fuel Stations you must enable the map layer for places along the road page 25 1 Select View Map 2 Select the screen 3 Drag and zoom the map to display the area to search Location markers appear on the map for places along the road 4 If necessary select 9 and select a category icon to view only a specific category of places 5 Select an option Select a location marker e Selecta point such as a street intersection or address location 6 If necessary select the location description to view additional information Finding a Location Using Quick Search After you have performed a search for a point of interest certain categories may display a Quick Search list that displays the last four destinations you selected 1 Select Where To 2 Select a category or select Categories 3 If applicable select a destination from the Quick Search list 4 If necessary select the appropriate destination nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Saving a Home Location You can set your home location for the location you return to most often 1 Select Where To gt gt
31. ding an Address NOTE The order of the steps may change depending on the map data loaded on your device 1 Select Where To gt Address 2 Enter information as prompted by the on screen instructions 3 If necessary select Searching Near and enter a different city or postal code nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 4 If necessary select the address Finding a City Before you can find a city you must add the city search tool to the Where To menu page 8 1 Select Where To gt Cities 2 Select Enter Search 3 Enter a city name and select ES 4 Selecta city Finding an Intersection Before you can find an intersection you must add a shortcut to the intersection search tool page 8 1 Select Where To gt Intersections 2 Select a state or province NOTE If necessary select State or Country to change the country state or province 3 Enter the first street name and select Next 4 If necessary select the street 5 Enter the second street name and select Next 6 If necessary select the street 7 lf necessary select the intersection Finding a Location Using Coordinates You can find a location using latitude and longitude coordinates This method can be helpful when geocaching 1 Select Where To gt Categories gt Coordinates 2 If necessary select gt Format select the correct coordinate format for the type of map you are using and select Save Select the latitude coor
32. e Calling Using Bluetooth wireless technology your device can connect to your mobile phone to become a hands free device To determine whether your mobile phone with Bluetooth technology is compatible with your device go to www garmin com bluetooth Your phone may not support all of the hands free phone features your device provides Enabling Bluetooth Wireless Technology 1 Select Settings gt Bluetooth 2 Select Bluetooth Pairing 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 1 Place your phone and your device within 33 ft 10 m of each other 2 On your device enable Bluetooth wireless technology page 31 3 Select an option e Select Add Phone If you have already paired a different phone select Phone gt F 4 On your phone enable Bluetooth wireless technology 5 On your device select OK Alist of nearby Bluetooth devices appears nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 31 6 Select your phone from the list and select OK 7 If necessary on your phone confirm that the device is allowed to connect 8 If necessary enter the device Bluetooth PIN 1234 into your phone Disconnecting Your Phone 1 Select Settings gt Bluetooth 2 Select Phone gt None gt Save Your phone is disconnected from your device but re
33. e to Vehicle Power 1 About myDashboard ccccscssesesssseerserssseees 2 About Sleep Mode ccccssscecsscsessescseeseeees 4 Adjusting the Screen Brightness 0c06 4 Adjusting the Volume 4 About Automatic Volume ccceeeeeeereeees 5 gtat s Baf ICONS 5 ccasessccanscs tenes eereesece eeassieee 5 Satellite Signals secssssesesssesesssssessesseeees 6 Using the On screen Buttons c cee 7 Using the On screen Keyboard cccceeecees T Apout SNONCULS acicccrcssscnereticcseasceoteasesectostenctannes 8 Finding LOCATIONS sscseteecsssetseenenees 8 ABDOU LOCAUONS sassinisraaseacesexaussranedisasesniorianeetne 9 About Search Tools cc cccessseesseeersseen 11 Saving a Home Location uu 14 Finding Recently Found Places 000 14 Finding PANMING acssacts2casecdesecetdarastessonngetdeoncesth 14 USING Photo Navigation sscicdecesncriadvatnessucesescees 15 Setting a Simulated Location 15 Saving LOCANONS sisas 16 Voice Command ssssssssssssrsreresrsrsrennsesns 18 About Voice COMMANAS cccceeeseeteeeeeee 18 NAVIGATION sisseisisennsiruinrenninitientnmnaniale 21 Starting a ROU G cesus 21 Following an Automobile Route 00008 22 About Exit Services c cceesssesessetrsseen 23 Avoiding Road Features cccccesesecerees 24 Map Pagos cinni 25 Customizing the Map cccsssseeseeeeesseees 25 Viewing TUMS sessirnar 26 Pedestri
34. ect a unit of measurement and select Save 4 Select the field below the unit you want to convert 5 Enter the number and select Done Setting Currency Conversion Rates Manually You can update the currency conversion rates manually so that you are always using the most current rates 1 Select Apps gt Unit Converter 2 Select the button next to Convert 3 Select Currency then select Save nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 43 4 If necessary select a currency button select a different currency and select Save 5 Select the button at the bottom of the screen that displays the currency conversion rate 6 Select the box next to a currency 7 Enter a value and select Done 8 Select OK About Offers If your device package includes a traffic receiver you will receive location relevant offers and coupons Ad based traffic information is only available in North America 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 www garmin com privacy to view our privacy information Viewing Offers Do not attempt to write down the coupon codes while driving 1 Select an offer that appears on the screen to search for the nearest location related to that offer 2 If available select ate to view a coupon code 3 Write down this code and present it when you arrive at the location V
35. elect a type of data to display 3 Select Save Changing the Map Perspective 1 Select Settings gt Map and Vehicle gt Driving Map View 2 Select an option e Select Track Up to display the map in two dimensions 2 D with your direction of travel at the top e Select North Up to display the map in 2 D with North at the top e Select 3 D to display the map in three dimensions nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 25 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 1 From the main menu select Settings gt Map and Vehicle gt Map Buttons 2 Select an option e To add a tool select 6 and select a tool To remove a tool select the tool and select Remove To reset to the default tools select Reset to Defaults 3 Select Save Changing the Map Dashboard 1 Select Settings gt Map and Vehicle gt Dashboards 2 Use the arrows to select a dashboard 3 Select Save Viewing Turns Viewing a List of Turns When you are navigating a route you can view all of the turns and maneuvers for your entire route and the distance between turns 1 Select the Si par on the top of the map E Sie Tur ae one J 35 N US 169 N US 50 E to meals City 5 i N f i
36. ffic information may not be available in all areas or countries A traffic receiver is included in some packages and is an optional accessory for all models It is built into the vehicle power cable The powered traffic receiver and the device must be in data range of a station transmitting traffic data to receive traffic information You do not need to activate the subscription included with your traffic receiver For information about traffic receivers and coverage areas go to www garmin com traffic Disabling Live Traffic 1 Select Settings 2 Clear the Live Traffic check box The device no longer receives live traffic data but automobile routes still avoid potentially congested areas using trafficTrends if enabled page 56 Traffic Data 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 1 Connect the traffic receiver to an external power source 2 Connect the traffic receiver to the device 46 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual NOTE Heated metallized windshields could About the Traffic Icon degrade the performance of the traffic receiver When you are receiving traffic information a traffic icon appears on the map The traffic icon Traffic Receiver changes color to indicate the severity of traffic conditions C
37. g a Trip Itinerary 1 Select Apps gt Trip Planner 2 Select a saved trip 40 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Liberty Memorial Trip Total Distance Home Press to set departure time a 335 min Travel Times hr 459 i Arthur Bryant s Barbecue Iti Press to set arrival time Siam 10min x Liberty Memorial Press to set arrival time 3 Select an option Select to change the arrival or departure time Select gt Duration to record how long you will stay at a location Select to change the transportation mode or route preference for that portion of the trip Select Map to view the trip on the map Navigating to a Saved Trip 1 Select Apps gt Trip Planner 2 Select a saved trip 3 Select Gol 4 If prompted select a route page 21 Editing a Saved Trip 1 Select Apps gt Trip Planner 2 Select a saved trip 3 Select 4 Select an option Select Rename Trip Select Edit Destinations to add and delete locations or to change the order of locations Select Delete Trip Select Optimize Order to arrange the stops on your trip in the most efficient order nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 41 Viewing Pictures View pictures that you have stored in the device or on a memory card See page 50 for more information about loading pictures on the device 1 Select Apps gt Picture Viewer 2 Use the arrows to scroll through the images
38. he time the average fuel economy and the fuel cost of navigating to a destination A mileage report is created for every route that you drive If you stop a route on the device a mileage report is created for the distance you traveled nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 37 Viewing a Mileage Report 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 51 1 Select Apps gt ecoRoute gt Mileage Report 2 Select a report Resetting ecoRoute Information 1 Select Apps gt ecoRoute gt Vehicle Profile 2 Select gt Reset About Audiobooks The device can play audiobooks from Audible com This feature requires a subscription to Audible com Go to www audible com garmin to 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 Go to www audible com garmin for more information 1 2 Connect your device to your computer page 2 On your computer log in your Audible com account Follow the instructions from Audible com 38 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Playing an Audiobook 1 Select Apps gt Audible 2 Select Browse 3 Select an option Select Titles Select Authors Select Narrators 4 Select a book 5 Select an option to control playback e To ad
39. iewing an Offer List Select Apps gt Offers to view a list of the offers you have received Disabling Traffic and Offers To disable offers you must disable traffic 1 Select Settings gt Traffic 2 Select the Live Traffic check box 44 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Using the Language Guide Use the Language Guide to look up and translate words or phrases Select Apps gt Language Guide Selecting Languages in a Language Guide You can select the languages you want to translate when translating words and phrases 1 Select Apps gt Language Guide gt Words and Phrases 2 Select gt Language 3 Select From select the language to translate from and select Save 4 Select To select the language to translate to and select Save Translating Words and Phrases 1 2 3 4 5 Select Apps gt Language Guide gt Words and Phrases Select a category and subcategories If necessary select enter a keyword and select Done Select a word or a phrase Select g to listen to the translation Using the Bilingual Dictionary 1 2 3 Select Apps gt Language Guide gt Bilingual Dictionaries Select a dictionary If necessary select Q enter a word and select Done Select a word Select w to listen to the translation nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 45 Traffic Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the traffic information Tra
40. ired satellite signals For more information about GPS go to www garmin com aboutGPS Viewing GPS Signal Status Hold I for three seconds Transportation Modes Automobile mode Pedestrian mode Routing and navigation are calculated differently based on your transportation mode For example in Automobile mode the estimated time of arrival is calculated using the speed limit of the roads on the route Pedestrian mode calculates time of arrival based on walking speed NOTE Pedestrian routes do not include highways If you have cityXplorer maps loaded on your device pedestrian routes may include public transit page 29 Choosing a Transportation Mode Select or fa nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Battery Information After the device is connected to power it begins to charge E 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 Using the On screen Buttons Select I to return to the previous screen Hold gt to quickly return to the main menu Select or Y to see more choices Hold or to scroll faster Select to see a menu of options for the current screen Using the On screen Keyboard See Language and Keyboard Settings to change the keyboard layout page 56 Select a character
41. lic transit types 24 30 theft 59 traffic 48 B battery 63 Bluetooth technology 31 70 friendly name 55 pairing with phone 31 settings 54 brightness 54 C calculator 43 calls answering 32 hanging up 34 home 34 muting 34 caring for your device 58 category searching within 9 charging your device 1 63 cityXplorer maps 21 29 cleaning your device 58 computer connecting 2 converting currency 43 units 43 coordinates 12 current location saving 16 customizing the device 52 59 custom POls 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 26 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 65 E ecoRoute 35 38 calibrate fuel economy 36 ecoChallenge score 36 fuel economy information 37 mileage report 37 vehicle profile 35 editing change categories 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 gohome 14 GPS settings 53 simulator 15 H help 35 historical traffic 56 home phone number 34 setting alocation 14 J JPEG image files
42. mains paired with your device Tips After Pairing the Devices e After the initial pairing the two devices can connect automatically each time you turn them on e When your phone is connected to your device you can make phone calls e When you turn on the device it tries to connect to the last phone to which it was connected e You might have 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 Select Answer e Select Ignore to ignore the call Placing a Call Dialing a Number 1 Select Phone gt Dial 2 Enter the number 3 Select Dial 32 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Calling a Contact in Your in your Phone Book Your phone book is loaded from your phone to the device each time your phone and the device connect It may take a few minutes for the phone book to be available Some phones do not support this feature 1 Select Phone gt Phone Book 2 Selecta contact 3 Select Call Calling a Point of Interest 1 Select Phone gt Browse Categories 2 Select a point of interest page 9 3 Select Call 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 1 Select Phone gt Call History 2 Select a category A list of
43. mber the unit ID number and information about other software features e EULAs displays the end user license agreements that apply to your choice NOTE You need this information when you update the system software or purchase additional map data page 62 e Keep Travel History allows the device to record information for the Where I ve Been page 42 and Trip Log page 25 features e Clear Travel History Restoring Settings You can restore a category of settings or all settings to the factory defaults 1 Select Settings 2 If necessary select a settings category 3 Select gt Restore nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 57 Appendix Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen or damage may result Power Cables Cleaning the Outer Casing Your device can be powered three ways NOTICE e Vehicle power cable Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can USB cable damage plastic components e AC adapter optional accessory 1 Clean the outer casing of the device not the touchscreen using a cloth dampened with a Caring for Your Device mild detergent solution NOTICE 2 Wipe the device dry Avoid dropping your device and operating it in Cleaning the Touchscreen high shock and high vibration environments so _ 1 Use a soft clean lint free cloth Do not expose the device to water 2 If necessary use water isopropyl alcohol or Contact with water can cause this device
44. nformation guide in the product box for product warnings and other important information 1 Connect the device to vehicle power page 1 2 Mount the device page 1 3 Register the device page 3 4 Check for updates e Software updates page 3 e Free map update page 3 Connecting the Device to Vehicle Power This product contains a lithium ion battery To prevent the possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by battery exposure to extreme heat remove the device from the vehicle when exiting or store it out of direct sunlight Before you use your device on battery power you should charge it 1 Plug the vehicle power cable into the USB port on the device 2 Snap the mount onto the suction cup 3 Press the suction cup to the windshield and flip the lever back toward the windshield 4 Fit the bottom of your device into the mount 5 Tilt your device back until it snaps into place nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual A 5 6 Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into a power outlet in your vehicle 7 If necessary connect the external antenna to the traffic receiver and secure it to the windshield using the suction cups About myDashboard Use myDashboard to register your device check for software and map updates access product manuals and support and more Setting Up myDashboard 1 Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the device
45. olor Severity Meaning Green Low Traffic is flowing freely Yellow Medium Traffic is moving but there is a delay There is moderate traffic congestion Mini USB connector Red High Traffic is not moving or External ant i moving slowly There is a xternal antenna connector severe delay Internal antenna Power LED 0100 0O Vehicle power adapter n vi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 47 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 the road you are currently traveling Your device may route you through a traffic delay if a better alternative route does not exist The delay time is added into your estimated time of arrival automatically Viewing Traffic on Your Route 1 While navigating a route select 2 Select Traffic on Route A list of traffic events appears organized by their location on the route 3 Select an event Manually Avoiding Traffic on Your Route 1 From the map select 2 Select Traffic On Route 3 If necessary use the arrows to view other traffic delays on your route 4 Select S gt Avoid Taking an Alternate Route 1 While navig
46. r other regions or countries nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 49 From the main menu select Settings gt Traffic Select an option e For non North American units select Subscriptions gt F For North American units select F Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID Go to www garmin com fmtraffic to purchase a subscription and get a 25 character code The traffic subscription code cannot be reused You must obtain a new code each time you renew your service If you own multiple FM traffic receivers you must obtain a new code for each receiver Select Next on the device Data Management You can store files such as JPEG image files on your device The device has a memory card slot for additional data storage NOTE The device is not compatible with Windows 95 98 Me Windows NT and Mac OS 10 3 and earlier File Types The device supports the following file types e JPEG and JPG image files page 42 e Maps and GPX waypoint files from MapSource page 62 e GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI Loader page 62 6 Enter the code 7 Select Done About Memory Cards You can purchase memory cards from an electronics supplier or purchase pre loaded 50 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Garmin mapping software In addition to map and data storage the memory card can be used to store files such as maps images geocaches routes waypoints and custom POls Installing a
47. s 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 TripA 001959f 7 Arrive In 42 10 Turn In 307 4 From the map select gt Trip Computer i AEN sw 40 00195987 Arrive tn Turn In 367 30 03 Max Speed Moving Avg 77 141 Resetting Trip Information 1 From the map select Speed gt Select an option When not navigating a route select Reset All to reset every data field except the speedometer on the page Select Reset Trip Data to reset the information on the trip computer Select Reset Max Speed to reset the maximum speed Select Reset Trip B to reset the odometer 28 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Pedestrian Routes Following a Pedestrian Route In Pedestrian mode your route is displayed on a two dimensional map 2 gt Take bus 20 tuwards Madison amp fe ay istin Wb gt Sanani Select to switch between sections of the route Select to view the route itinerary Select to center the map on your current location Select to zoom in and zoom out About the Pedestrian Position Icon When you are navigating in Pedestrian mode indicates your approximate position and your direction of travel on the map The circle around indicates the accuracy of your position on the map A smaller
48. sion 57 speech recognition 18 storing the device 58 system settings 53 J text language 57 time settings 56 tools 35 40 Track Up 25 traffic 46 70 activating a subscription 49 adding traffic subscriptions 55 icons 46 incidents 47 receiver 47 trafficTrends 56 traffic alerts 28 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 30 Where I ve Been enabling 57 Where To menu 8 customization shortcut icon adding 8 shortcut icon removing 8 world clock 43 68 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual www garmin com support 913 397 8200 0808 2380000 1 800 800 1020 44 0 870 8501241 i 00 32 2672 5254 0180 5 42 76 46 880 0180 5 42 76 46 550 i 00 39 02 3669 9699 43 0 3133 3181 0 aa E 00 35 1214 447 460 Garmin International Inc Garmin the Garmin logo MapSource and nivi are trademarks of Garmin 1200 East 151st Street Ltd or its subsidiaries registered in the USA and other countries cityXplorer Olathe Kansas 66062 USA ecoRoute myGarmin nuMaps Guarantee niMaps Lifetime n vi
49. ss 1 Select Settings gt Display gt Brightness 2 Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness Adjusting the Volume 1 Select Volume 2 Select an option e Use the slider bar to adjust the volume Select N to mute the device e Select mS gt Audio Mixer and use the Slider bars to adjust the volume for Exiting Sleep Mode navigation prompts phone and media While the device is in sleep mode Press the power key and double tap 4 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual About Automatic Volume Status Bar Icons NOTE Automatic volume is not available on all The status bar is located at the top of the main models menu The status bar icons display information Your device can increase or decrease the about features on the device You can select volume automatically based on the level of some icons to change settings or view additional background noise information Ml CPS signal status Enabling Automatic Volume 1 Select Volume gt taS gt Automatic Volume 2 Select Enabled Bluetooth technology status appears when Bluetooth is enabled See page 31 Transportation mode indicator Ee Ree Current time i Battery status nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 5 Satellite Signals After the device is turned on it begins acquiring satellite signals The device may need a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite signals When at least one of the bars is green your device has acqu
50. sure until the socket on the cradle releases the ball on the mount Removing the Suction Cup Mount from the Windshield 1 Flip the lever on the suction cup mount toward you 2 Pull the tab on the suction cup toward you Updating Maps You can update the maps on your device For more information go to www garmin com mapupdates and select Map Update User Guide About nuMaps Lifetime Some models include subscriptions to nuMaps Lifetime which provides quarterly map updates for the life of your device Go to www garmin com us maps numaps_ lifetime for terms and conditions nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 61 LM This model includes a nuMaps Lifetime subscription LMT This model includes a lifetime traffic subscription nuMaps Lifetime subscription and a traffic receiver Purchasing Additional Maps 1 Go to your device product page on the Garmin Web site www garmin com 2 Click the Maps tab 3 Follow the on screen instructions Custom Points of Interest Custom POls are customized points on the map They can contain alerts that let you know if you are near a designated point or if you are traveling faster than a specified speed Installing a POI Loader You can create or download custom PO lists and install them on your device using POI Loader software 1 Go to www garmin com extras 2 Click Services gt POI Loader 3 Install the POI Loader onto your computer Using the P
51. tes the route and provides new To view different parts of the map drag To zoom in and out select iy or S To rotate the map view select Q e To switch from North Up to 3D view select QY e To add or remove map layers select 2 22 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Adding a Point to a Route Before you can add a stop to a route you must be navigating a route in Automobile mode 1 While navigating a route select el to return to the main menu Select Where To Search for the location page 9 Select Gol Select Add to Active Route O A GW N Taking a Detour While navigating an automobile route you can use detours to avoid obstacles ahead of you such as construction zones NOTE If the route you are currently navigating is the only reasonable option your device might not calculate a detour From the map select Ej gt Detour Stopping the Route g From the map select B gt About Exit Services While you navigate a route you can find gas food lodging and restrooms near upcoming exits Services are listed under tabs by category Navigating to an Exit 1 From the map select gt Exit Services 2 Use g and gt to select an exit 3 Select HQ gt Gol Finding Exit Services 1 From the map select gt Exit Services 2 Use a and gt to select an upcoming exit 3 Select an exit service tab _ e To view nearby gas stations select E nuvi 2405 2505 Series
52. to change it Map and Vehicle Settings Select Settings gt Map and Vehicle Vehicle changes the icon to represent your position on the map Go to www garmingarage com for more icons Driving Map View sets the perspective on the map e Pedestrian Map View sets the perspective on the map e Map Detail sets the level of detail on the map More detail may cause the map to draw slower e Map Theme changes the color of the map data e Map Buttons sets which buttons are included on the map You can include up to three buttons on the map e Map Layers sets the data that appears on the map page 25 52 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual e Dashboards sets the map dashboard layout e myMaps Enabling Maps TIP To purchase additional map products go to www garmin com maps 1 Select Settings gt Map and Vehicle gt myMaps 2 Select a map Navigation Settings Select Settings gt Navigation e Calculation Mode sets route preference e Avoidances sets road features to avoid on a route e Custom Avoidances allows you to avoid specific roads or areas e Advanced Detours sets the length of a detour e Limit Walking controls the maximum walking distance included in a pedestrian route Public Transit enables or disables transit types Safe Mode disables all functions that require significant operator attention and could become a distraction while driving
53. to eyeglass lens cleaner malfunction 3 Apply the liquid to the cloth Do not store the device where prolonged 4 Gently wipe the screen with the cloth exposure to extreme temperatures can occur because it can cause permanent damage 58 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Avoiding Theft Remove the device and mount from sight when not in use 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 Any items that you have saved are erased 1 2 3 4 Turn the device on Hold your finger on the lower right corner of the device screen Keep your finger pressed until the pop up window appears Select Yes to clear all user data All original settings are restored Extending the Battery Life Keep your device away from extreme temperatures Put the device in sleep mode page 4 Decrease the screen brightness page 4 Do not leave your device in direct sunlight Decrease the volume page 4 Disable offers and traffic page 44 Disable Bluetooth page 55 Shorten the display timeout time page 54 nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual 59 Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable NOTICE When replacing the fuse do not lose any of the small pieces and make sure they are put back in the proper position The vehicle power cable does not work unless
54. u can add custom categories to organize your saved locations NOTE Categories appear in the saved locations menu after you have saved more than 12 locations 1 O Aa Gd N Select Where To gt Saved Select a location Select Select gt Edit gt Categories Enter one or more category names separated by commas Suggested categories appear below the text bar as you type You can select a suggested word to use the suggestion Select Done nuvi 2405 2505 Series Owner s Manual Deleting a Saved Location NOTE Deleted locations cannot be recovered 1 Select Where To gt Saved 2 Select gt Delete Saved Places 3 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 Voice Command allows you to use your device by saying words and commands The Voice Command menu provides voice prompts and a list of available commands Setting your Wakeup Phrase The wakeup phrase is a word or phrase you can say to activate Voice Command The default wakeup phrase is Voice Command TIP You can reduce the chance of accidental Voice Command activation by using a strong wakeup phrase 1 Select Apps gt Voice Command gt Customize Phrase 2 Enter a new wakeup phrase The device indicates the strength of the wakeup phrase as you enter the phrase 3 Select Done
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