nvi 3700 series

owners manual
for use with these nvi models: 3750, 3760, 3790
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Table of Contents

Getting Started.. 1.
Setting Up Your Device. 1 Powering the Device. 1 Mounting Your Device. 2 Configuring The Device. 3 Front Cover.. 3 Acquiring Satellites. 4 Rotating the Screen.. 4 About the Automatic Screen Lock... 4 Main Menu.. 5 Using the On-screen Buttons.. 5 Adjusting the Master Volume. 6 Transportation Modes. 6. Finding a Point of Interest.. 6 Using the On-screen Keyboard.. 7. Adding Points to the Active Route.. 8
Changing the Destination of the Active Route.. 9. Taking a Detour. 9 Stopping the Route. 9 Navigating Off Road. 9

Finding Locations. 10.

Finding an Address. 10 Using the Go! Page.11 Setting a Home Location.. 12 Viewing a List of Recently Found Locations. 12. About Favorites. 13 Finding Parking. 14 Planning a Trip.. 15 Using the Map Buttons. 16 Browsing the Map by Touching the Screen.. 16. Entering Coordinates. 18 Using Photo Navigation. 18
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Speaking Commands. 19

About Voice Commands. 19 Setting your Wakeup Phrase. 19 Activating Voice Command. 19 Tips for Using Voice Commands.. 20. Navigating to a Popular Location Using Voice Commands. 20. Speaking an Address.. 21 About Icons and Tones. 21

About the Map Pages. 22

Viewing the Map While Navigating.. 22 About myTrends. 23 Viewing Trip Information.. 23 Viewing the Turn List.. 24 Viewing the Next Turn. 25 Viewing the Junction View. 25 Using the Pedestrian Navigation Map.. 26
Pairing Your Devices. 27 Receiving a Call.. 29 Using the Device During a Call.. 29 Dialing a Point of Interest. 30 Dialing a Number.. 30 Entering Your Phone Number.. 30 Placing Calls Using Voice Dial... 31 Checking the Phone Status. 31
Hands-free Phone Calls. 27

Using the Tools. 32

Viewing Current Location Information.. 32 Using Help.. 32 About ecoRoute. 32 Maximizing Your Fuel Economy.. 33 Viewing Fuel Economy Information.. 34 Using the Picture Viewer.. 36

4. Snap the mount onto the suction cup arm.

Mount Suction cup

Vehicle power Speaker cable
5. Fit the bottom of your device into the mount. 6. Tilt your device back until it snaps into place.
Vehicle power cable connector
1. Plug the vehicle power cable into the mount. 2. Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into a power outlet in your vehicle. The device should turn on automatically if it is plugged in and the vehicle is running. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 4. If you are using a traffic receiver in Europe, connect the external antenna to the traffic receiver and secure it to the windshield using the suction cups.

Configuring The Device

Front Cover

Microphone

Power key Memory card slot
micro-B connector Speaker (on back cover)
Turning the Device On and Off Press and hold the Power key. Resetting Your Device You can reset your device if it stops functioning. Press and hold the Power key for 10 seconds.

Acquiring Satellites

The bars indicate satellite strength. 1. Go outdoors to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees. 2. If necessary, turn on your device. Acquiring satellite signals can take a few minutes.
About the Automatic Screen Lock
The device automatically locks if you do not use it for a specified amount of time. If the device is in the mount with external power, the screen will not automatically lock. Manually Locking the Device Press the Power key. Unlocking the Device 1. Quickly press the Power key, if necessary. 2. Double-tap.

Rotating the Screen

Rotate your device to view in horizontal (landscape) or vertical (portrait) mode.

Main Menu

Touch to select a transportation mode. Touch to find a destination. Touch to view the map. Touch to stop a route. Touch to detour a route. Touch to make a call when connected to a compatible mobile phone. See www.garmin.com/bluetooth for information. Touch to adjust the volume. Touch to open the menu of tools and settings.
Using the On-screen Buttons
Touch and hold to quickly return to the main menu. Touch and to see more choices. Touch and hold and to scroll faster.
1. Touch Volume. 2. Adjust the slider left to right. Muting the Audio 1. Touch Volume >.
Adjusting the Master Volume

Transportation Modes

Pedestrian Bicycle Automobile
Finding a Point of Interest
The detailed maps loaded in your device contain points of interest, such as restaurants, hotels, and auto services. 1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Points of Interest. 2. Select a category. 3. If necessary, select a subcategory. 4. Select a destination. 5. Touch Go!. Finding a Location by Spelling the Name 1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Points of Interest > Spell Name. 2. Enter all or part of the name. 3. Touch Done. 4. Select a destination. 5. Touch Go!.

Viewing a List of Recently Found Locations
Your device stores the last 50 locations you have found. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Recently Found.
Clearing the List of Recently Found Locations From the main menu, touch Where To? > Recently Found > > Clear > Yes.
Saving Locations to Favorites 1. Search for the location (page 6). 2. From the Go! page, touch > Save > OK. Finding Favorites 1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Favorites. 2. If necessary, select a category. 3. Select a saved location.

About Fa vorites

You can save locations in your Favorites so you can quickly find them and create routes to them. Your home location is also stored in Favorites. Saving Your Current Location to Favorites 1. From the map, touch the vehicle icon. 2. Enter a name. 3. Touch Save. The location is saved in Favorites.
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Editing Favorites 1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Favorites. 2. Select a category. 3. Select a favorite. 4. Touch the information box. 5. Touch > Edit. 6. Select an option: Name Phone Number Categories Assign Phototouch to select a saved photo (page 36). Change Map Symbol 7. Edit the information. 8. Touch Done.
1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Parking > Find Parking. 2. Select a parking location. 3. Touch Go!. Finding Your Last Parking Spot The device saves your parking spot when you remove the device from the mount while power is applied to it. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Parking > Last Spot.

Finding Parking

Planning a Trip
You can use Trip Planner to create and save a trip with multiple destinations. 1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Trip Planner. 2. Touch. 3. Touch Select Start Location. 4. Search for a location (page 6). 5. Touch Select. 6. Touch to add an additional location. 7. Touch Select. 8. Repeat steps 46 to add additional locations to your trip. 9. Touch Next. 10.Enter a name. 11.Touch Done.
Navigating to a Saved Trip 1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Trip Planner. 2. Select a saved trip. 3. Touch Go!. Editing a Saved Trip 1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Trip Planner. 2. Select a saved trip. 3. Touch. 4. Select an option: Touch Rename Trip to edit the trip name. Touch Edit Destinations to add or delete locations. Touch Delete Trip to delete the entire trip. Touch Optimize Order to arrange your trip locations in the most efficient order.
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Using the Map Buttons

1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Browse Map. 2. Touch anywhere on the map. Touch and to zoom in and out. Touch to switch between 2D and 3D views. Touch to rotate the view.
Browsing the Map by Touching the Screen
Touch an area on the map to select a location. An information box appears next to the location. Touch and drag the map to view different parts of the map. Tap the map twice to zoom in and center on a location.
Touch two points near the center of the map and drag your fingers apart to zoom in. Touch two points near opposite edges of the screen and drag your fingers toward the center of the screen to zoom out. Touch and drag two fingers down the map to move from an aerial view to a birds-eye view. Touch and drag two fingers up the map to move from a birdseye view to an aerial view. Touch and drag two fingers right or left to rotate the map.
Finding a Location Using the Map 1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Browse Map. 2. Touch a location. An information box appears next to the location. 3. Touch the information box. 4. Select an option: Touch > Save. 5. Touch Go!.
Setting a Simulated Location You can use the GPS simulator to select another location, near which you can search for and save points of interest. This may be helpful when planning trips. 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > System > GPS Simulator > On. 2. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Browse Map. 3. Touch an area on the map. 4. Touch > Set Location.
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Entering Coordinates

If you know the geographic coordinates of your destination, you can use your device to navigate to the destination using the latitude and longitude coordinates. This can be especially helpful when geocaching. 1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Coordinates. 2. Touch a field to enter the latitude and longitude data. 3. Touch View on Map. 4. Touch Go!. Changing the Map Coordinate Format 1. From the Home Screen, touch Where To? > Coordinates > Format. 2. Select a format.

Using Photo Navigation

You can upload onto your device or memory card pictures that include location information and create routes to the pictured locations.
1. Connect your device to your computer (page 45). 2. Go to http://connect.garmin.com /photos. 3. Follow the instructions on the Web site to select and load pictures. 4. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Favorites > Photos. A list of pictures with locaiton information appears. 5. Touch a picture. 6. Touch Go!.

Speaking Commands

Speaking Commands Setting your Wakeup
About Voice Commands Phrase
NOTE: The voice command feature is not available for all languages or regions. The voice command feature is available on some device models. The voice commands allow you to use your device by speaking the words you see on the screen or by speaking certain commands. The voice command menu provides a list of available commands to use. The wakeup phrase is a word or phrase you can say to activate voice command. The default wakeup phrase is Voice Command. 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > Voice Command > Customize Phrase. 2. Enter a new wakeup phrase. 3. Touch Done.

report is created for the distance you traveled. Viewing a Mileage Report You can view saved mileage reports on your device. You can also access mileage reports in the Reports folder on your device drive/volume (page 45). 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > ecoRoute > Mileage Report. 2. Select a report. Viewing Driving Tips From the main menu, touch Tools > ecoRoute > Tips. Resetting ecoRoute Data 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > ecoRoute. 2. Select a category. 3. Touch > Reset.

Using the Picture Viewer

View pictures that you have stored in your device or on a memory card. See page 44 for more information about loading pictures on your device.
Setting a Picture as Wallpaper 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > Picture Viewer. 2. Touch a picture. 3. Touch > Set as Wallpaper. Deleting Pictures 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > Picture Viewer. 2. Select a picture. 3. Touch > Delete > Yes. 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > World Clock. 2. Touch a city name. 3. Enter a new city name 4. Touch Done. 5. If necessary, select a city.
From the main menu, touch Tools > Picture Viewer. Touch the arrows to scroll through the images. Touch a picture to view a larger image of it. Touch to view a slide show of the pictures. Touch anywhere on the screen to stop the slide show.

Using the World Clock

Viewing the World Map From the main menu, touch Tools > World Clock >. Nighttime hours appear in the shaded area.

Using the Calculator

From the main menu, touch Tools > Calculator. 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Display > Screenshot. 2. Touch Enabled. 3. Touch to take a screen shot. The picture bitmap file is saved in the screenshots folder on the device drive (page 45).

Capturing Screen Shots

1. From the main menu, touch Tools > Unit Converter. 2. Touch the box with a unit of measure listed. 3. Select a unit of measure. 4. Touch Save. Two units of measure are listed. 5. Touch a unit of measure to change. 6. Select a unit of measure. 7. Touch Done. 8. Repeat steps 56, if necessary. 9. Enter a value. 10.Touch Done.

Using the Unit Converter

Setting Currency Conversion Rates Manually You can update the currency conversion rates manually so that you are always using the mostcurrent rates. 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > Unit Converter. 2. Touch the box with a currency listed. 3. Select Currency. 4. Touch Save. 5. Touch a currency box. 6. Select the currency you want to update. 7. Repeat steps 36 to select a currency to conver to, if necessary. 8. Touch a box under a currency. 9. Enter a new value for the currency.

10.Touch Done. 11.Repeat steps 89, if necessary.

Traffic

NOTICE Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy or timeliness of the traffic information. Your device can receive FM Traffic Message Channel (TMC) traffic content. For information about traffic receivers and coverage areas, go to www.garmin.com/traffic. The FM TMC traffic receiver, which is integrated in the vehicle power cable, is included in some packages and is an optional accessory for all series models.

Traffic Receiver

Mini-USB connector Internal antenna Power LED External antenna Vehicle power adapter

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.

connector

Receiving Traffic Information

About the Traffic Icon

The vehicle power cable and the device must 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. NOTE: Heated (metallized) windshields could degrade the performance of the traffic receiver.
When you are receiving traffic information, a traffic icon appears on the map. The traffic icon changes color to indicate the severity of traffic conditions.
Color Description Meaning Green Low severity Traffic is flowing freely. Yellow Medium Traffic is moving severity but there is a delay. There is moderate traffic congestion. Red High severity Traffic is not moving or moving very slowly. There is a severe delay. Gray No data Traffic information is not available

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, the device automatically recalculates the route. You might still be routed through traffic if no better alternative routes exist. Manually Avoiding Traffic on Your Route 1. From the map, touch the. 2. Touch Traffic On Route. 3. If necessary, touch the arrows to view other traffic delays on your route. 4. Touch Avoid.

Viewing the Traffic Map

The traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow and delays on nearby roads.

The device supports the following file types: JPEG and JPG image files (page 36). Maps and GPX waypoint files from MapSource (page 61). GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI Loader (page 62).
1. Connect the USB cable to a USB port on your computer. 2. Connect the micro-B connector to the device. An option to install myGarmin Agent appears. This service monitors your computer USB ports and allows you to easily check for available updates (page 63).
Connecting Your device to Your Computer
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 nvi drives. See your operating system Help file to learn how to map the drives.

micro-B connector

3. Connect the larger end of the cable to a USB port on your computer.
Browse your computer for a file. Highlight the file. Click Edit > Copy. Open the Garmin or memory card drive or volume. 5. Select Edit > Paste. The file appears in the list of files in the device memory or on the memory card.
Transferring Files To Your Computer
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6. Repeat steps 15 to transfer additional files. Disconnecting the USB Cable 1. Complete an action: For Windows computers, click the eject icon in your system tray. For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the Trash. 2. Disconnect the cable from your computer.

Deleting Files

NOTICE 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. Select a file. 4. Press the Delete key on your keyboard.

Customizing the Device

1. From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings.
2. Touch a setting category. 3. Touch the setting to change it.

System Settings

From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > System. GPS Simulatorstops the device from receiving a GPS signal, and saves battery power.
Unitsallows you to change the units of measure for distance. Time Formatallows you to selet a 12-hour or a 24-hour display time. Current Timeallows you to manually change the time. Safe Modedisables all functions that require significant operator attention and could become a distraction while driving. Garmin Locklocks the device (page 57). Aboutdisplays the software version number, the unit ID number, and information on several other software features. NOTE: You need this information when you update the system software or purchase additional map data (page 61). End User License Agreements

Display Settings

From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Display. Color Modesets a light background (Day), a dark background (Night), or automatically swithces between the two based on the sunrise btime and the sunset time for your current location (Auto).
Brightnesschanges the brightness of the screen. Decreasing the brightness can save battery power. Display Timeoutsets how the screen automatically shuts off if the device is inactive for the selected length of time. Screenshotallows you to take a picture of the device screen (page 37). Restoring the Original Display Settings From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Navigation > > Restore.
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Language Settings

From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Language. Voice Languagesets the language for voice prompts. Text Languagesets 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. Keyboard Languagesets the language for your keyboard. Keyboard Layoutsets the keyboard layout. Restoring the Original Language Settings From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Language > > Restore.

Viewing Map Information

From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > myMaps. Enabling Maps 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > myMaps. 2. Touch a map.

Bluetooth Settings

From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Bluetooth. Add Phone or Phonesee (page 53). Bluetoothenables the Bluetooth component. The Bluetooth icon appears on the main menu if the Bluetooth component is turned on.
Friendly Nameallows you to enter a friendly name that identifies your nvi 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. From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Bluetooth > Phone. 2. Select an option: Select a phone for your device to connect with. Touch to add a phone to the menu. Touch to delete a phone from the device memory. Touch None to drop your current connection.
Restoring the Original Bluetooth Settings From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Bluetooth > > Restore.

Enabling Traffic

The traffic receiver is included in some device packages. From the main menu, Touch Tools > Settings > Traffic > Traffic > Enabled.
About Traffic Subscriptions
You can purchase additional subscriptions or a renewal if your subscription expires. Go to www.garmin.com/fmtraffic.

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Viewing Traffic Subscriptions From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Traffic > Subscriptions. Restoring the Original Traffic Settings From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Traffic > > Restore.
Restoring All Original Settings
From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > > Restore > Yes.

Appendix

About GPS Satellite Signals

Caring for Your Device

The device must acquire satellite signals in order to navigate. When the device has acquired satellite signals, the signal strength bars on the main menu are green. When it loses satellite signals, the bars turn red or clear. For more information about GPS, go to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS.
Avoid dropping your device and operating it in high-shock and high-vibration environments. Do not expose the device to water. Contact with water can cause this device to malfunction. Do not store the device where prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause permanent damage. Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the touchscreen, or damage may result.
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Cleaning the Outer Casing notice Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic components. 1. Clean the outer casing of the device (not the touchscreen) using a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution. 2. Wipe the device dry. Cleaning the Touchscreen 1. Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. 2. If necessary, use water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass lens cleaner. 3. Apply the liquid to the cloth. 4. Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.
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. Use the Garmin Lock feature (page 57).

Locking Your Device

Garmin Lock is a theft-deterrent system that locks your device. Each time you turn on the device, you must enter the PIN or drive to the security location. 1. From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > System > Garmin Lock > Lock Device. The Garmin Lock menu appears. 2. Touch Enabled. 3. Enter a 4-digit PIN twice. 4. Drive to a security location. 5. Touch Set. Changing Your Garmin Lock PIN 1. From the Garmin Lock menu, touch Change PIN. 2. Enter a new 4-digit PIN twice.
Changing Your Security Location 1. From the Garmin Lock menu, touch Security Location. 2. Drive to the new security location. 3. Touch Set. About the Security Location Your security location should be a location you return to often, such as your home. If the device has satellite signals and you are at the security location, you do not need to enter the PIN. NOTE: If you forget your PIN and your security location, you must send your device to Garmin to get it unlocked. You must also send a valid product registration or proof of purchase.

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1. Connect the device to your computer using the micro-B cable (page 45). The AutoPlay menu opens. 2. Selct an option: If you are using a PC, doubleclick to open the myGarmin Agent download page. If you are on a Mac computer, go to www.garmin.com/agent. If the AutoPlay menu does not open go to www.garmin.com/agent. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. After you have installed myGarmin Agent, you are prompted to open myDashboard when you connect your device to your computer.

Updating the Software

myDashboard checks your device for current software and provides additional information about your device. 1. Turn the device on. 2. Hold your finger on the lowerright corner of the device screen. 3. Keep your finger pressed until the pop-up window appears. 4. Touch Yes to clear all user data. All original settings are restored. Any items that you have saved are erased.

Clearing User Data

Battery Information
The battery icon in the status bar indicates the status of the internal battery.
To increase the accuracy of the battery gauge, fully discharge the battery and then fully charge it. Do not unplug the device until it is fully charged. Maximizing the Battery Life Press and quickly release the power key to lock the screen and put the device in sleep mode. From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Display > Brightness to turn down the backlight. From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > Display > Display Timeout to reduce the timeout length. Do not leave your device in direct sunlight. Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat.
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 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.
End piece Silver tip Fuse
1. Use a coin to push down the silver tip, and turn the coin counter-clockwise one-quarter turn. 2. Remove the end piece, the silver tip, and the fuse.

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3. Install a 2 A fast-blow fuse. 4. Verify that the silver tip is located in the end piece. Using a coin, replace the end piece.
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. 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 pressure 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.

nMaps Lifetime

For a one-time payment, you can receive up to four map updates each year for the life of your device. For more information, go to www.garmin.com, and click on Maps.

nMaps Guarantee

To receive one free map update (if available), register your device at http://my.garmin.com within 60 days of acquiring satellites while driving with your device. You are not eligible for the free map update if you register by phone or wait longer than 60 days after the first time you acquire satellites while driving with your device. For more information, go to www.garmin.com/numaps.
Purchasing Additional Maps
You can purchase additional maps for your device. 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.
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About Extras

Safety Cameras Caution Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of, or the consequences of using, a custom point of interest or a safety camera database. Safety camera information is available in some locations. Go to http://my.garmin.com for availability. For these locations, the device includes the locations of hundreds of safety cameras. Your device alerts you when you are approaching a safety camera and can warn you if you are driving too fast. The data is updated at least weekly, so you always have access to the most upto-date information. You can purchase a new region or extend an existing subscription at any time. Each region that you purchase has an expiration date.

You can download additional content, such as custom POIs, from www.garminasus.com. Custom POIs 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. You can create or download custom POI lists and install them on your device using POI Loader software available at www.garminasus.com. See the POI Loader Help file for more information. Finding Extras 1. From the main menu, touch Where To? > Extras. 2. Touch a category.
Contacting Garmin Product Support

Registering Your Device

You can register your device using myGarmin Agent. 1. Connect the device to your computer using the micro-B cable (page 44). The AutoPlay menu icon appears on your taskbar. 2. Double-click to open the myGarmin Agent download page. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install myGarmin. 4. Keep the original sales receipt, or a photocopy, in a safe place. After you have registered your device, you can subscribe to the latest Garmin online services.
You can contact Garmin Product Support if you have any questions about this product. In the USA, go to www.garmin.com/support, or contact Garmin USA by phone at (913) 397.8200 or (800) 800.1020. In the UK, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at 0808 2380000. In Europe, go to www.garmin.com/support and click Contact Support for in-country support information, or contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. by phone at +44 (0) 870.8501241.
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Specifications

Physical size 4.79 2.85 .35 in. (13.5 8.6 1.5 cm) Weight 4.14 oz. (117.5 g) Display 4.3 in. diagonal, pixels; 16.2 million colors; bright WQVGA TFT landscape display Case Not waterproof (IPXO) Operating 32F140F (0C60C) temperature range Charging 32F113F (0C45C) temperature range Computer USB 2.0 full speed mass interface storage Operating Garmin system Charge time Up to 4 hours Power Input Vehicle power using included vehicle power cable or AC power using an optional accessory Usage 10 W max 64
Battery life Up to 3 hours Battery type Rechargeable lithium-ion GPS receiver High-sensitivity with HotFix Acquisition Warm: <1 second times* Cold: <38 second Factory Reset: <45 second Memory card microSD card slot *Average acquisition times for a stationary receiver with a clear view of the sky.

Troubleshooting

Problem Solution My device is not acquiring Verify that the GPS simulator is turned off. satellite signals From the main menu, touch Tools > Settings > System > GPS Simulator > Off. 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 stay on my windshield. alcohol. Dry with a clean, dry cloth. Mount the suction cup (page 2). The device does not Check the fuse in the vehicle power cable (page 47). charge in my vehicle. Verify the vehicle is turned on and is supplying power to the power outlet. Your device can only charge between 32F and 113F (between 0C and 45C). If the device is placed in direct sunlight or in a hot environment, it cannot charge. My battery does not stay To maximize the time between charges, turn down the charged for very long. backlight (page 51). How do I clear all of my 1. Hold your finger on the lowerright corner of the device user data? screen while it is turning on. 2. Keep your finger pressed until the message appears. 3. Touch Yes to clear all user data. My battery gauge does Allow the unit to fully discharge, and fully charge it (without not seem accurate interrupting the charge cycle). nvi 3700 Series Owners Manual65