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Garmin StreetPilot c550 GPS Receiver - Page 3 Questions & Answers
For got my lock c0de
Please contact the manufacturer for an unlock code for this unit.
FYI
GPS SYSTEMS HAVE A TENDENCY TO LOSE CONNECTIVITY TO SATILLITES BECAUSE OF BAD WEATHER, CLOUD COVER, TUNNEL ENTRANCE, BAD OR NO POWER, BATTERY LIFE HAS BEEN EXPENDED, HAZARD OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE TO GPS SYSTEMS, AND IMPROPER VEHICLE MOUNTING AND HAND HELD POSITION. FREE SOLUTIONS 1. ALWAYS PLACE YOUR GPS DEVICE IN THE UPPERMOST PORTION OF YOUR VEHICLE SO THAT THE GPS SIGNAL MAY EASILY LOCATE YOUR DEVICE EVEN WHEN THE WEATHER IS BAD 2. KEEP YOUR BATTERY CHARGED ONLY WHEN IT NEEDS IT MOST AND AVOID CHARGING OFTEN 3. IF YOU OVERCHARGE YOUR GPS DEVICE, YOU WILL EXPERIENCE BATTERY LEAKAGE, WHICH CAN EAT AWAY AT YOUR CLOTHING, DESTROY YOUR DEVICE IN SECONDS, AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR VEHICLE SEATS 4. YOUR GPS DEVICE HAS A TENDENCY TO FREEZE BECAUSE OF THE SIM AND MEMORY CHIPS LOCATED WITHIN IT 5. YOU CAN FIX THE FREEZING PROBLEM BY REMOVING THE SIM CHIP AND MEMORY CHIP AND RESTARTING YOUR SYSTEM 6. OTHER FREEZE PROBLEMS OCCUR BECAUSE THE DEVICE IS COLD WHEN IT IS KEPT IN THE VEHICLE AND CHIP CREEK OCCURS WHERE THE DEVICES MICROCHIPS BECOME LOOSE AND TIGHTEND BECAUSE OF WARM AND COLDER AIR FLUCTUATIONS. IT IS BEST TO KEEP THE DEVICE IN A PURSE OR ON A TABLE WHERE IT IS NOT SUBJECT TO CONSTANT TEMP. CHANGE 7. PREVENTION OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE IS BEST SOLVED BY: interference from devices located nearby, and even a radio turned on and located really close to your unit. This is normally known as electromagnetic interference to electronics and is very common
1/27/2011 10:35:36 PM •
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on Jan 27, 2011
How to charge and update dead streetpilot c550
Have you tried resetting the unit? Remove the faceplate (there is an indentation at the top center) and press the reset button on the right side of the unit. See if this helps. If not, you can try a Master Reset, but this WILL ERASE ALL OF YOUR FAVORITES. Press and hold the bottom right side of the screen while pressing the power button on the unit. Let me know if any of this works.
12/25/2010 4:28:44 AM •
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on Dec 25, 2010
I dont remeber my security location
If you have a Garmin Lock on your nuvi, zumo or StreetPilot c500 series and you have forgotten your 4 digit PIN number you can unlock the device by returning to your Security Location. The Security Location is the location that you set when you first enabled the Garmin Lock on your device. Returning to the Security Location will unlock your device.
If you have forgotten your PIN and Security Location please contact Product Support for assistance. Please note we will require a copy of the receipt and there will be a charge to unlock the device as this issue is not covered by the warranty.
To contact Product Support in your area go to
http://www.garmin.com/garmin/cms/site/us/support/supportcontact
11/16/2010 3:16:50 PM •
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on Nov 16, 2010
We purchased a Garmin StreetPilot
with the unit Off....
plug in your gps to your computer using the USB cable...( if a usb cable didnt come with your unit, ts the same usb cables cameras use to connect to computers ) your computer with dedect new hardware (usb) minimise the pop up box
next
go to
www.MyGarmin.com this site will also dedect your unit, it will tell you to Register it ( free ) and tell you to download WebUpDater utility to transfer maps....
it will then let your inlock the proper maps and firmware..
11/12/2010 4:20:52 AM •
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on Nov 12, 2010
I forgot my pin number
You would have to go with-in 50 meters of the Security Location you set up your unit....that could be your home or office.... you had to call Garmin to Register the unit,when you did it set that location as a security spot.
Once there it will automatically unlock for you, dont forget to enter new pin number before you leave that area.... if you dont know where it was at, you must send the unit back to Garmin with proper receipts.
FYI
Dont set your security location as your home, thiefs will know and change it so they could now have a working gps
11/2/2010 8:39:55 PM •
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on Nov 02, 2010
It wont come on when
the car plug probably has a fuse at the tip of the silver / black end of plug.... Unscrew it carefully..its spring loaded check fuse
probably a 3A fuse
10/31/2010 1:47:56 AM •
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on Oct 31, 2010
Garmin c550 has worked fro
Hi,
Unfortunately, no. If there is no back up made and the firmware failed or application failed - you cannot retrieve them at all. I am sorry, however that is the truth.
Let me know,if needed further assistance.
Hope i helped you.
Thanks for using ' Fixya ' and have a nice day!!
9/18/2010 9:03:49 PM •
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on Sep 18, 2010
I lost my passcode on
Take the unit back to the location at which you originally entered the PIN. It will unlock and you can reset it to a PIN you can remember.
9/12/2010 1:26:44 AM •
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on Sep 12, 2010
I have forgotten my pin
If you don't remember the PIN you set, take the unit back to the location at which you set the PIN. This is your Security Location. The unit will unlock and you can reset the PIN. I hope this helps.
8/27/2010 12:19:19 AM •
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on Aug 27, 2010
How I can set a new PIN gor Garmin StreetPilot
Hi,
1. Power your Garmin GPS device on and enter your four-digit PIN.
2 Touch "Settings" (the wrench tool icon) on your menu and select "System."
3 Click "Restore" at the bottom of the GPS System Settings screen and hit "OK."
4 Touch the button next to "Garmin Lock" and touch "OK."
5 Enter a new four-digit PIN twice and hit "Yes" to accept the PIN.
6 Hit "OK" and drive to your security location. Touch "Set.
In case you FORGOT the Pin, read :-
http://www.fixya.com/support/r3716396-unlock_garmin_gps
Note - The first procedure is How you could change the PIN and the link is if you forgot the PIN.
I hope i have been helpful.
Thank You!!
8/21/2010 11:09:16 PM •
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on Aug 21, 2010
Will not turn on
It is possible that the internal battery has discharged, and is unable to recharge due to a blown fuse inside the cigar lighter plug or a blown fuse in the car's fuse block for the cigar lighter outlet.
- Unscrew and remove the silver or black, round end piece.
- Remove the fuse (glass and sliver cylinder) and replace with a new fuse.
- Ensure that the silver tip is placed in the end piece. Screw on the end piece.
Consult your car's owner's manual for locating the fuse block in the car. Both fuses must be good.
If you're unable to power up the c500 outside of the car (running on internal battery) your c550's internal battery may no longer be able to accept a charge. This will require a battery replacement - or use with a cigar adapter only. You may have to return the GPS to Garmin for a battery replacement - but there are some third party battery providers for some Garmin GPS units. If one is available for the c550, you may save enough money to make going the third party route worthwhile.
Please rate this replay if helpful - good luck!
You can download / view a copy of your c550 manual
here.
8/14/2010 6:35:41 AM •
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on Aug 14, 2010
I forgot the pin nomver
Hello Juan,
Can you be more specific with the brand and model of your device so that we can properly identify and solve the problem?
Thank you.
8/9/2010 1:20:08 PM •
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on Aug 09, 2010
How do i take off pin number on garmin gps
You can't. You'll have to send it in to Garmin with your original receipt from an authorized dealer. The PIN is a security feature which cannot be removed.
7/30/2010 2:35:02 PM •
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on Jul 30, 2010
My gps garmin is block i need the code to get it
You can take it to your home location. You set it when you first choose a code. When you go home the unit will unlock itself and at that time you will want to reset the pin code. I hope this was some help
Cheers
7/15/2010 12:49:54 AM •
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on Jul 15, 2010
Want to clear favorites what do i need to do
If you do a Master Reset, it will clear all the favorites from the unit. With the unit off, press and hold the bottom right of the screen while turning the unit on. Then follow the prompts to reset it. All the favorites will be cleared. Otherwise, it is a one at a time process.
7/13/2010 1:26:07 AM •
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on Jul 13, 2010
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