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Downloaded audio.com book to my

what is the book you have downloaded?
5/16/2022 3:45:30 AM • Garmin GPS • Answered on May 16, 2022
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My gps has been of for a while now its locked on last location how do i reset as its not picking up sattelites

try this for Garmin GPSMap 178C Unable to acquire satellites with a GPSMAP 172/178 There could be a few causes of the device not acquiring satellites. If the device has moved a large distance since the last time it has acquired satellites or has been turned off for longer than a few weeks or months, the device may not be able to acquire the satellites correctly. The first troubleshooting step is to perform an Auto Locate procedure. This procedure will clear the device's memory of previous satellite information, and try to download new information. Note: This will not clear any user data like waypoints, routes, and tracks. To perform the Auto Locate procedure, please follow these steps:
  1. Start with the device powered OFF
  2. Press and hold the Page button and Power ON the device
  3. Continue to hold both the Page and Power button until the I Agree button is highlighted in the lower right corner of the screen
  4. Press the Enter button
The device should now switch to the GPS satellite screen. Leave the device in clear view of the sky for at least 10-20 minutes to acquire satellites. If the device acquires the satellites before 20 minutes, the device can be used or powered off. If the Auto Locate procedure does not correct the issue, the next step is to update the internal operating software of the device to the latest version. Please refer to the related FAQ for more information.
5/6/2022 8:41:00 PM • Garmin GPSMAP... • Answered on May 06, 2022
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Garmin 178C Stays on for 20 secs then turns off

I had the same problem. In your settings you can set this thing to monitor your battery's power so it auto shut down if your battery goes below 11.2 volts or so. I disabled this and it has worked ever since.
5/6/2022 8:19:14 PM • Garmin GPSMAP... • Answered on May 06, 2022
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Garmin Nuvi 52-R won't hold charge

3/4/2022 6:00:08 PM • Garmin Sport &... • Answered on Mar 04, 2022
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How do I release stripped screws?

You can always try using a rubber band to help the points grab. Only other option would be to get a dremel and file the tops from the screws then remove them after you have the cover off.
1/29/2022 5:02:34 PM • Garmin GPS • Answered on Jan 29, 2022
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Does garmin have vietnamese language

hi, I don't know if you managed to solve the no Vietnamese language directions for the garmin gps but here is one way to do it.

[1]-Go to this link, download and install the voice studio

[2]-When you run the program there will be a list of all the phrases the GPS unit uses to give u direction. when you record instead of reading the phrase written just say the phrase in Vietnamese( or whatever language you want) and save it.

[3]-Once you record all the phrases on that list in the language
of your choosing, then test hit the test button to make sure
the phrases sound right.

[4]-Finally just send it to your Garmin GPS unit.(Make sure that
your device is connected to your computer when you send to
the deice though). (Duh!!)

I hope this help you whatever language you needed


1/9/2022 6:49:54 AM • Garmin GPS • Answered on Jan 09, 2022
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Can we download European maps

If you bought the satnav in the USA it won't work in Europe. If you bought it in Europe you can download the maps but the full map of Europe won't fit on it. You can fit Western Europe or add and remove countries as you need them. It's probably not a satisfactory solution when traveling with a motor home. You can put the map on an SD card but the nuvi 200W has problems reading maps from SD cards of 2 Gb or more. The map of Europe would take a 4 Gb card to hold it all.

You would probably be better to buy a cheap satnav of Europe. You can get them from http://www.pixmania.ie/ie/uk/xx/617/xx/1914/23/criteresn.html?sSortInfo=Prix-ASC
if you want to buy on line or Halfords shops if you prefer to deal with someone face to face. Some of them cost less than €100 and would be near the same price as buying the map of Europe.

Or if you want a satnav that covers both the USA and Europe and will work in both the Garmin nuvi 1370 or the 2370 would do the job but costs a bit more.

I hope this answers your question.
12/27/2021 5:21:48 PM • Garmin nuvi 200W... • Answered on Dec 27, 2021
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How to I synch to a new smartphone

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12/27/2021 10:44:46 AM • Garmin Vivosmart... • Answered on Dec 27, 2021
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I need mother board for GPS Garmin 4008

notify garmin
12/21/2021 1:51:09 PM • Garmin Gpsmap... • Answered on Dec 21, 2021
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Garmin Nuvi 1450 will to power on

Leave it connected and charging. It can take hours to recover.
12/16/2021 12:35:29 PM • Garmin GPS • Answered on Dec 16, 2021
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..wiring diagram for a garmin GPS C330

notify garmin for assistance
11/5/2021 5:15:33 PM • Garmin GPS • Answered on Nov 05, 2021
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How do I bypass a pen lock screen on a Garmin nuvi 1450

Go onto the Garmin web site and reset the 1450.
10/14/2021 6:42:57 AM • Garmin nuvi GPS • Answered on Oct 14, 2021
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I forgot my four word password

of course ! but i didn't know the reset button,i only know there is some password recovery utilities you can have a try ,
check this out : unlock word password
8/31/2021 7:17:00 PM • Garmin nuvi 255W... • Answered on Aug 31, 2021
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Garmin 541S won't turn on after sitting without power over the winter

I'll give the answer that Garmin gave me. BUY A NEW ONE!
7/27/2021 4:25:14 PM • Garmin GPS • Answered on Jul 27, 2021
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AVIC-HRZ800

Download Garmin Web Updater, you probably need to install English again. It will help you do that Www. Garmin. Com/software
7/8/2021 7:06:20 PM • Garmin nuvi 1450... • Answered on Jul 08, 2021
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I purchased the replacement battery for a Garmin 520, but I have a Garmin 820. Is it the same? Can I just use the 520 battery on the 820?

You need the correct battery or the time it has on its own power may be comprimised.
6/13/2021 7:09:20 PM • Garmin GPS • Answered on Jun 13, 2021
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My garmin s10 approach will not turn on

perhaps it needs new batteries
5/11/2021 8:53:53 PM • Garmin GPS • Answered on May 11, 2021
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Is garmin express compatible with XP? I can't download

Well, Garmin Express is compatible with all versions of windows above Vista, 7, 8, or 10. It is also compatible with the Mac operating system.
5/3/2021 9:23:50 AM • Garmin GPS • Answered on May 03, 2021
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