Category FAQ

How to calibrate screen on Oregon/Dakota series?

With the new firmware release (Oregon v.3.7, Dakota v.2.8 – Int. OS) the calibration never been easier. Turn on your unit. Go to: “Setup>? Display> Press To Begin Screen Calibration> Follow the instruction>”

Garmin Mobile for BlackBerry

Garmin Mobile? for BlackBerry? Turn your BlackBerry into a savvy navigator with Garmin Mobile. Purchase Garmin Mobile for BlackBerry and download software directly to your phone. Includes everything you need ?maps, millions of POIs and easy-to-use navigation software. Requires a…

What navigation software can I use on my iPhone in Thailand?

Navigation software for iPhone in Thailand There are at least 3 5 options available (no Thai language though): Garmin Thailand (USD 29,99) NOSTRA (Garmin map provider) – FREE Sygic:https://itunes.apple.com/th/app/sygic-southeast-asia-hong/id319359565?at=1000lDz   (USD 33.99 – Southeast Asia) TomTom: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/tomtom-thailand/id344144606?at=1000lDz (USD 74.99 – Thailand) Ndrive: http://itunes.apple.com/app/ndrive-thailand/id336643134?at=1000lDz (USD 29.99 –…

What is cadence?

In cycling, cadence is the number of revolutions of the crank per minute; roughly speaking, this is the speed at which a cyclist is pedalling/turning the pedals. Cyclists typically have a preferred cadence at which they feel most comfortable, and…

What are the names of Garmin’s map files

Not all the map files can be used on the memory card. Here are some names used by Garmin OS: gmapsupp.img – maps you download, can be both internal and external on a SD card (this name is most common,…

Can I personalize my nuvi’s start-up screen?

Absolutely! Any n?vi with a photo viewer, which is the majority of n?vis, will let you customize the start-up screen with a JPEG image. Whether you want to see a photo of your smiling kids or maybe you’re a fleet…

How to Install your Garmin Vehicle icon

Connect your Garmin GPS device to your computer. Click Download. Click Open, if necessary. Click Extract. Browse to find the Garmin/vehicle folder on the Garmin drive. You may need to create the vehicle folder. Double-click the Unplug or Eject icon…

Can I use Garmin Connect if I’m on a Mac?

Is the answer a resounding YES ? Garmin Connect loves Mac and PC users equally. This has actually been true for more than a year, whether your device supports wireless uploads (such as Forerunner 310XT, Forerunner 405 or FR60) or uses…