get it on to charge for atleast an hour and then connect it to garmin.com through ur PC. Pls click updates and see if any update is available to install. install if there is any. and try to turn it back on.
I would suggest you reset the unit,if that doesn't solve the problem, then you will have to update your garmin nuvi, I think its out of date and needs to be updated. Follow the procedures below on how to update your garmin nuvi:
1. Plug one end of the USB cable into your GPS and the other end into your desktop or laptop computer. The GPS device will load the appropriate driver automatically, and a message on your GPS tells you that it is connected to your computer via USB. 2. Open your Internet browser of choice and type in the following web addres: "http://www8.garmin.com/support/collection.jsp?product=999-99999-27 " 3. Download the appropriate version of the software for your computer (Windows or Apple) and Install the WebUpdater by following the wizard (accept defaults). 4. Click "Start," "Programs," "Garmin" and " WebUpdater" to update your firmware and your maps. Periodically check and make sure your software is current.
Also, in case you don't know how to reset your garmin nuvi, you can follow the steps below: There are two types of reset;
Performing a Standard Reset
1. Slide the power switch all the way to the left (with the Nuvi's screen facing you). 2. Hold the switch in the position for at least eight seconds. 3. Push the switch to the right to power the Nuvi back on.
Performing a Factory Reset
1. Turn your Nuvi off by sliding the power switch to the left. 2. Press your finger against the bottom right corner of the touchscreen. Hold your finger in this position. 3. Slide the power switch to the right to turn the Nuvi back on. Continue to hold you finger against the screen until you see the factory reset prompt. Tap "Yes" to perform the factory reset.
There IS a reset button on the unit, under the faceplate. Stick your fingernail under the top of the faceplate (there is a small indentation) and gently pry it forward. Pull the faceplate completely off, and on the bottom right of the unit you will see the reset button. I hope this helps.
Have you checked the fuses in the power cable? There is a reset button under the front bezel. Try pressing that to see if your unit comes back to life too.
When you put in a new location how are you entering it? If you are using the "Where to?" menu then you will need to click on the "Map" button instead of GO when you find the point you are looking for, may it be an address or a Point of Interest. This will show the location on the map. If you want that to be your current location you must have the GPS turned off. Then on some units you will Have the option to set as your current location.
First, check the car's power receptacle by plugging in another device that definitely works (or take your gps to another car). Cars generally have a fuse associated with the receptacle that can blow. The second most likely problem is that the internal battery inside the c330 has died. This is especially likely if the unit is old (more than 1 year) and if you live in a climate with extreme heat or cold (which reduces battery life). This video shows how to replace the battery:
Thecompanythat
produced the video sells a kit which includes the battery and tools
necessary to replace the battery yourself. See:http://www.newpower99.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=GARMIN+STREETPILOT+C330&Show=ExtInfoI swapped the battery of my brother's dying GPS using the
aforementioned kit and all went well. His Garmin is back up and running
smoothly. Hope this helps.
Hi, You can download the manual on at this link: http://www8.garmin.com/manuals/StreetPilotc330_OwnersManual.pdf refer to p.22 of the manual (p.26/37 in the pdf) This gives you the exact instructions on how to change the language. If you need further assistance let me know. Thank you and enjoy, Lee
If you want to see what features are available in the Garmin GPS units, you can go to www.garmin.com and see a side-by-side comparison. The C330 was not the top of the line unit even before it was discontinued and does not have all the features of today's units. Regardless, you still should have been able to see a map of where you were and give local street names/numbers to your son.
You need to check the fuse for both the car's cigar lighter AND the one in the GPS power plug (that goes into the cigar lighter outlet). Both must be good for the GPS to charge and power up.
I don't know if your friends cord worked in you car - or hers - so you're going to have to find out if it is the cord fuse or the car fuse. Since her cord worked on your GPS, start by using HER CORD connected to YOUR GPS in both cars. If it works in her car, but not in yours, check & replace your car's cigar lighter fuse. If or when it works in both cars, disconnect her cable and connect your cable to your GPS again. Connect into your cigar lighter. If it works, you're done. If it doesn't work, disassemble the plug at the end of the GPS cord (cigar lighter end) and check and replace the fuse if blown. You should be good to go at this point.
Please rate this reply if found to be helpful - good luck!
You cannot install features in your unit that it was not designed for. Updating the maps will NOT install Lane Assist or any other feature found in newer Garmin models.
Just use your USB cable that came with it to connect it to your computer. It will charge just fine. You can also use a cell phone charger that has a USB connector. A lot of cell phones use this type of charger now and the charge will work fine with the GPS>
Go to "Favorites" and delete the one that says, "HOME." Then go to the main screen. Press, "Where To?" and then "Home." The unit will say, "Your Home Location Is Not Set" and then ask if you want to set it now. Press "Yes" and then follow the prompts.
dont know the reason why it wont turn on but when mine crashed a while ago i pressed and held the reset button for 5 seconds and it sorted it out. you might need a paperclip to depress the button which is located inside a small hole on the unit. Hope this helps :)
