Garmin 680 User Manual
nüvi
Owner’s Manual
®
680
personal travel assistant
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Preface
Preface
Thank you for purchasing the Garmin®
nüvi® 680 navigation and communication
device with MSN® Direct content.
Manual Conventions
When you are instructed to “touch”
something, use your nger to touch an
item on the screen.
The small arrows (>) used in the text
indicate that you should touch a series
of items. For example, if you see
“touch Where to > Favorites” you
should touch Where to, and then touch
Favorites.
myGarmin™
Go to http://my.garmin.com to access the
latest services for your Garmin products:
Register your Garmin unit.
•
Subscribe to online services for safety
•
camera information (see page 39).
Unlock optional maps.
•
Return to myGarmin often for new
Garmin product services.
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nüvi Tips and Shortcuts
To quickly return to the Menu page,
•
touch and hold Back.
Touch and to see more
•
choices. Touch and hold to scroll
faster.
To learn more about the nüvi
•
Bluetooth® technology or Travel
Kit features, touch Help on the
appropriate screen.
To extend the battery life, close the
•
GPS antenna when you do not need
to navigate. If the antenna is closed,
the GPS receiver is off.
To adjust the volume or the screen
•
brightness, quickly press and release
the Power button. You can also
touch on the Menu page.
To switch the audio output between
•
the nüvi and an FM stereo, quickly
press the Power button twice.
Preface
Preface.............................................i
Manual Conventions ...............................i
myGarmin™ ............................................ i
nüvi Tips and Shortcuts .......................... i
Warnings ..............................................iv
Contact Garmin ....................................iv
Important Information ............................v
Caring for Your nüvi ............................. vi
Avoiding Theft .......................................vi
Getting Started ...............................1
What’s in the Box? .................................1
Step 1: Mount the nüvi...........................2
Step 2: Congure the nüvi .....................3
Step 3: Acquire Satellites.......................3
Step 4: Use the nüvi ..............................3
Finding Your Destination........................4
Following Your Route.............................5
Adding a Stop to Your Route .................5
Taking a Detour .....................................5
Stopping the Route ................................5
Adjusting the Volume and Brightness ....5
Locking Your nüvi ..................................6
Charging Your nüvi ................................6
Activating Your MSN® Direct Receiver ...6
Where To ........................................7
Finding an Address ................................7
Go Page Options ...................................7
Go Home ...............................................8
Finding Points of Interest .......................8
Finding Recently Found Places .............9
Favorites ..............................................10
Finding MSN® Direct Locations ...........10
Finding a Place Using the Map............11
Entering Location Coordinates ............ 11
Expanding Your Search .......................11
Using the Main Pages .................12
Map Page ............................................12
Trip Information Page ..........................13
Turn List Page .....................................13
Next Turn Page....................................13
Travel Kit ......................................14
MP3 Player ..........................................14
Audible Book Player ............................15
Picture Viewer .....................................16
Calculator ...........................................16
Language Guide ..................................16
Garmin Travel Guide™ ........................18
SaversGuide® .....................................18
World Clock ........................................18
Currency Converter .............................18
Unit Converter ....................................19
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Using Hands-free Features .........20
Understanding Bluetooth Technology ..20
Pairing Your Phone ..............................20
Getting a Call .......................................21
In a Call ...............................................21
Phone Menu ........................................22
Using SMS/Text Messaging.................24
Using MSN® Direct .......................25
Activating Your MSN Direct Receiver ..25
Receiving Content ...............................26
MSN Direct Menu ................................26
Trafc Information ................................26
Weather ...............................................28
Gas Prices ...........................................28
Movie Times ........................................28
Using the FM Transmitter ...........29
Listening to the nüvi on an FM Stereo .29
Frequency Selection Tips ....................29
Switching between the nüvi and an FM
Stereo .............................................29
FM Transmitter Information .................30
Managing Files .............................31
Supported File Types ...........................31
Loading Files .......................................31
Deleting Files ......................................32
Customizing the nüvi ..................33
Changing the Map Settings .................33
Changing the System Settings ............34
Localizing Your nüvi .............................34
Customizing the Display ......................35
Changing the Navigation Settings .......36
Bluetooth Technology Settings ............37
Changing the Proximity Points Settings ..
37
Adjusting the Volume Levels ...............38
Restoring All Settings ..........................38
Clearing User Data ..............................38
Appendix ......................................39
Updating the Software .........................39
Extras and Optional Accessories .........39
Additional Maps ...................................41
About the GPS Page ...........................41
Battery Information .............................42
Resetting the nüvi ................................42
Mounting on Your Dashboard ..............43
Changing the Fuse ..............................43
Technical Specications ......................44
Troubleshooting ...................................45
Important Product Information .............46
Index .............................................49
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Preface
Contact Garmin
Contact Garmin if you have any questions while using your nüvi. In the USA, contact
Garmin Product Support by phone: (913) 397.8200 or (800) 800.1020, Monday–Friday, 8
AM–5 PM Central Time; or go to www.garmin.com/support.
In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at +44 (0) 870.8501241 (outside the UK) or
0808 2380000 (within the UK).
Warnings
Failure to avoid the following potentially
hazardous situations could result in an accident
or collision resulting in death or serious injury.
When installing the unit in a vehicle, place
•
the unit securely so it does not obstruct the
driver’s view of the road or interfere with
vehicle operating controls, such as the steering
wheel, foot pedals, or transmission levers. Do
not place in front of or above any airbag. (See
diagram.)
Do not mount
where driver’s
eld of vision
is blocked.
When navigating, carefully compare
•
Do not mount in front of an
airbag eld of deployment.
Do not place
unsecured on
the vehicle
dashboard.
information displayed on the unit to all
available navigation sources, including
information from street signs, visual sightings,
and maps. For safety, always resolve any
discrepancies or questions before continuing
navigation and defer to posted road signs.
Always operate the vehicle in a safe manner.
•
Do not become distracted by the unit while
driving, and always be fully aware of all
driving conditions. Minimize the amount
of time spent viewing the unit’s screen while
driving and use voice prompts when possible.
Do not input destinations, change settings, or
access any functions requiring prolonged use of
the unit’s controls while driving. Pull over in a
safe and legal manner before attempting such
operations.
The unit is designed to provide route
•
suggestions. It is not designed to replace the
need for driver attentiveness regarding road
closures or road conditions, trafc congestion,
weather conditions, or other factors that may
affect safety while driving.
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Battery Warnings
If these guidelines are not followed, the
internal, non-removable lithium-ion battery may
experience a shortened life span or may present
a risk of damage to the GPS unit, re, chemical
burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury.
Do not remove or attempt to remove the
•
battery.
Contact your local waste disposal department
•
to properly dispose of the unit/battery.
Do not leave the unit exposed to a heat source
•
or in a high temperature location, such as in
the sun in an unattended vehicle on a hot day.
To prevent damage, remove the unit from the
vehicle or store it out of direct sunlight.
Do not incinerate.
•
When storing the unit for a limited length of
•
time, store within the following temperature
range: -4° to 140°F (-20° to 60°C). When
storing the unit for an extended time, store
within the following temperature range: 32° to
77°F (0° to 25°C).
Do not operate the unit outside of the following
•
temperature range: -4° to 131°F (-20° to 55°C).
WARNING: This product, its packaging, and
its components contain chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or reproductive harm. This notice is provided in
accordance with California’s Proposition 65. See
www.garmin.com/prop65 for more information.
Important Information
MAP DATA INFORMATION: One of the goals
of Garmin is to provide customers with the most
complete and accurate cartography that is available
to us at a reasonable cost. We use a combination
of governmental and private data sources, which
we identify in product literature and copyright
messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all
data sources contain some inaccurate or incomplete
data. In some countries, complete and accurate
map information is either not available or is
prohibitively expensive.
NOTICE REGARDING WINDSHIELD
MOUNTING; SPECIAL NOTICE TO
DRIVERS IN CALIFORNIA AND
MINNESOTA:
California and Minnesota from using suction
mounts on their windshields while operating motor
vehicles. Check your state and local laws and
ordinances for similar restrictions. Other Garmin
dashboard or friction mounting options should
be used. Garmin does not take any responsibility
for any nes, penalties, or damages that may be
incurred as a result of disregarding this notice or as
a result of any other state or local law or ordinance
relating to use of the unit. (See California Vehicle
Code Section 26708(a); Minnesota Statutes 2005,
Section 169.71.)
The California Electronic Waste Recycling
Act of 2003
electronics. For more information on the
applicability to this product, see www.erecycle.org.
State law prohibits drivers in
requires the recycling of certain
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Caring for Your nüvi
Your nüvi contains sensitive electronic
components that can be permanently
damaged if exposed to excessive shock or
vibration. To minimize the risk of damage
to your nüvi, avoid dropping your unit
and operating it in high-shock and highvibration environments.
Cleaning the Unit
The nüvi is constructed of high-quality
materials and does not require user
maintenance other than cleaning. Clean
the unit’s outer casing (not the touch
screen) using a cloth dampened with a mild
detergent solution, and then wipe dry. Avoid
chemical cleaners and solvents that can
damage plastic components.
Protecting Your nüvi
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•
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Avoiding Theft
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Cleaning the Touch Screen
Clean the touch screen with a soft, clean,
lint-free cloth. Use water, isopropyl alcohol,
or eyeglass cleaner, if needed. Apply the
liquid to the cloth, and then gently wipe the
touch screen.
•
•
•
Do not store the nüvi where prolonged
exposure to extreme temperatures can
occur (such as in the trunk of a car),
because it can cause permanent damage.
Do not expose the nüvi to water.
Contact with water can cause this unit to
malfunction.
Though a PDA stylus can also be used to
operate the touch screen, never attempt
this while operating a vehicle. Never
use a hard or sharp object to operate the
touch screen or damage may result.
To avoid theft, remove the unit and
mount from sight when not in use.
Remove the residue on the windshield
left by the suction cup.
Do not keep your unit in the glove
compartment; thieves know where to
look.
Register your product at
http://my.garmin.com.
Use the Garmin Lock feature. See
page 6.
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GettinG Started
GettinG Started
What’s in the Box?
nüvi unit and vehicle suction cup mount.
Vehicle power cable
and MSN Direct content.
Carrying case to protect your nüvi from scratches and accidental screen taps.
AC charger
USB cable
to connect the nüvi to your computer. Your nüvi connects to your
computer as a Mass Storage Device (see pages 31–32).
Dashboard Disk to mount the suction cup mount on your dashboard (see page 43).
GPS antenna
microphone
with built-in MSN® Direct Receiver to provide external power
to receive power from a wall outlet.
MCX antenna connector
(for optional antenna)
Power button
SD card slot
Suction cup mount
USB connector
Headphone jack
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GettinG Started
Step 1: Mount the nüvi
Check your state and local trafc laws before mounting. Currently, state laws in California and Minnesota prohibit
drivers from using suction mounts on their windshields while operating motor vehicles. Other Garmin dashboard or
friction mounting options should be used. See page 43.
Mounting the nüvi on Your Windshield
1. Plug the vehicle power cable into the power connector on the back of
the cradle.
2. Clean and dry your windshield and the suction cup with a lint-free
cloth. Place the suction cup on the windshield.
3. Flip the lever back, toward the windshield.
4. Flip up the GPS antenna. Fit the bottom of your nüvi into
the cradle.
5. Tilt the nüvi back until it snaps into place.
6. Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into a power
outlet in your vehicle. The green LED on the vehicle power
cable lights when connected to external power. Your unit
should turn on automatically if it is plugged in and your
vehicle is running.
To remove the nüvi from the cradle, press the small tab on the
bottom of the cradle up, and tilt the top of the nüvi forward.
To remove the cradle from the mount, turn the cradle as far as you can to the right or
left. Apply pressure in that direction until the cradle snaps off the mount. To remove
the suction cup mount from the windshield, ip the lever toward you. Pull the tab on
the suction cup toward you.
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➍
➊
➋
Windshield
➌
➎
Microphone
jack
GettinG Started
Step 2: Congure the nüvi
To turn on your nüvi, press and hold the Power button on the top of the unit.
Follow the on-screen instructions to congure your nüvi.
Step 3: Acquire Satellites
Turn on the nüvi. Flip up the GPS antenna on the back of the nüvi, so that it is parallel
to the ground. Go outdoors to an open area, away from tall buildings and trees.
Acquiring satellite signals may take a few minutes.
When the nüvi has acquired satellite signals, the satellite signal strength bars on the in
the upper-left corner of the Menu page are green . When it loses satellite signals,
the bars turn red or hollow . For more information about GPS, see page 41 and
visit www.garmin.com/aboutGPS.
Step 4: Use the nüvi
A
Touch to nd a destination.
B
Touch to view the map.
C
Touch to open the Travel Kit to use
features like the MP3 and audible book
A
B
C
players, and world clock.
D
Touch to adjust the nüvi’s settings.
E
Touch to adjust the volume, screen brightness, audio output (FM transmitter or
internal speaker), and touch screen lock.
F
Touch to make a call when connected to a compatible mobile phone with
Bluetooth® wireless technology. See www.garmin.com/bluetooth.
G
Touch to view MSN® Direct content when the MSN Direct Receiver is connected.
D
E
F
G
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GettinG Started
Finding Your Destination
The Where to menu provides several different categories for you to use when you
search for locations.
Touch Where to.
➊
Select a destination.
➍
TIP: Touch and to see more choices.
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Select a category.
➋
Touch Go.
➎
Select a sub-category.
➌
Enjoy the route!
➏
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Following Your Route
After you touch Go, the Map page opens
with your route marked with a magenta
line. As you travel, your nüvi guides you
to your destination with voice prompts,
arrows on the map, and directions at
the top of the Map page. A checkered
ag marks your destination. If you
depart from the original route, your nüvi
recalculates the route and provides new
directions.
Adding a Stop to Your Route
You can add one stop to your route. The
nüvi gives you directions to the stop and
then to your nal destination.
1. With a route active, touch Menu on
the Map page.
2. Touch Where to, and then search
for the extra stop.
3. Touch Go.
4. Touch Yes to add this stop before
your destination. Or, touch No to
make this your new nal destination.
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Taking a Detour
If a road on your route is closed, you can
take a detour.
1. With a route active, touch Menu.
2. Touch Detour.
The nüvi attempts to get you back on
your original route, as soon as possible.
If the route you are currently taking is
the only reasonable option, the nüvi
might not calculate a detour.
Stopping the Route
1. With a route active, touch Menu.
2. Touch Stop.
Adjusting the Volume and Brightness
On the Menu page, touch . Touch
to lower the volume/brightness and to
raise it. Touch Back when you are done.
To adjust the volume levels for the MP3/
audible player and navigation prompts,
see page 38.
GettinG Started
Locking Your nüviocking Your nüvi
1. On the Menu page, touch >
System.
2. Touch the button next to Garmin
Lock. Touch OK.
3. Enter a 4-digit PIN. Touch Yes to
accept the PIN.
4. Touch OK. Drive to a security
location, and touch Set.
Charging Your nüvi
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•
•
Each time you turn on the nüvi, enter the
PIN or drive to the security location.
Activating Your MSN®
What is a Security Location?
You can select any location, such as
your home or ofce, for your security
location. If you are at your security
location and your nüvi has acquired
satellite signals, you do not need to enter
the 4-digit PIN.
NOTE: If you forget your PIN and
your security location, you must
send your nüvi to Garmin to get
it unlocked. You must also send a
valid product registration or proof of
purchase.
Direct Receiver
To receive MSN Direct content, rst
you must activate your service (1-year
free service included). See page 25 for
specic information on activating the
service.
Connect the vehicle power cable to
the nüvi’s cradle and a power outlet
in your vehicle. Place the nüvi in the
cradle. You may need to start your
vehicle.
Connect the USB cable to the nüvi
and your computer.
Connect the AC adapter to the nüvi
and a wall outlet.
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Where to
Where to
The Where to menu provides several
different categories you can use to search
for locations. To learn how to perform a
simple search, see page 4.
Finding an Address
1. On the Menu page, touch Where
to > Address.
2. Select a country and state/province, if
necessary.
3. Touch Spell City. Enter the city/
postal code, and touch Done.
4. Select the city/postal code in the list.
5. Enter the number of the address, and
touch Done.
6. Enter the street name, and touch
Done.
7. Select the correct street in the list.
8. Touch the address, if necessary.
Touch Go to create a route to this
address.
Search Tips
Touch Near to change the search area;
•
see page 11.
Not all map data provides postal code
•
searching.
Go Page Options
Touch an item in the search results list to
view the Go page.
Touch Go to create a turn-by-turn route
to this location.
If a mobile phone with Bluetooth
technology is connected, touch to call
this location.
Touch Show Map to view this location
on the map. If the GPS mode is off,
touch Set Loc to set your current
location here.
Touch Save to save this location. See
page 10.
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Where to
Go Home
You can set a home location for the place
Finding Points of Interest
1. On the Menu page, touch Where
you return to most often.
1. On the Menu page, touch Where
to > Go Home.
2. Select an option.
Going Home
After you set your home location, you
can route to it at any time by touching
Where to > Go Home.
Changing Your Home
Location
To change your home location, you must
rst delete it from Favorites:
1. On the Menu page, touch Where
to > Favorites.
2. Touch Home > Edit > Delete > Yes.
After you delete your home location,
reset it by following the steps in the “Go
2. Select a category and a sub-category,
3. Select a destination.
4. Touch Go.
Finding a Place by Spelling
the Name
If you know the name of the location you
are looking for, you can spell it using the
on-screen keyboard. You can also enter
letters contained in the name to narrow
the search.
1. On the Menu page, touch Where
2. Touch Spell Name.
3. Using the on-screen keyboard, enter
Home” section above.
4. Touch the place you are looking for,
to > Food, Lodging.
if necessary. Touch the arrows to see
more categories.
to > Food, Lodging.
letters in the name. Touch Done.
and touch Go.
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Where to
Using the On-Screen
Keyboard
When an on-screen keyboard appears,
touch a letter or number to enter it. Use
the keyboard to spell words just like
computer keyboard.
Touch to change the keyboard
mode to use diacritical characters or
special characters.
Touch to enter numbers.
Touch to delete the last character
entered; touch and hold to delete the
entire entry.
Finding Recently Found Places
Your nüvi stores the last 50 of your
recent nds in the Recently Found list.
The most recently viewed places appear
at the top of the list. On the Menu page,
touch Where to > Recently
Found to view your recently found
items.
Deleting Recently Found
Places
To remove all places from the Recently
Found list, touch Clear. Then touch Yes.
NOTE: When you touch Clear, all
items from the list are removed. It
does not delete the actual place from
your unit.
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Where to
Favorites
3. Touch
You can save places in your Favorites,
so you can quickly nd them and create
routes to them. Your home location is
also stored in Favorites.
Saving Places You Find
1. After you have found a place you
want to save, touch Save.
2. Touch OK. The place is saved in
Favorites.
4. Touch a button to edit the location:
Finding Saved Places
1. On the Menu page, touch Where
to.
2. Touch Favorites. Your saved
locations are listed.
Saving Your Current Location
On the Map page, touch the vehicle
icon. Touch Yes to save your current
location.
Finding MSN® Direct Locations
To navigate to gas stations and movie
theaters with MSN Direct content, touch
Editing Saved Places
1. On the Menu page, touch Where
to > Favorites.
2. Touch the location you want to edit.
information about MSN Direct, see
pages 25–28.
Edit.
Change Name—enter a new
•
name, and touch Done.
Change Map Symbol—touch a
•
new symbol.
Change Phone Number—enter a
•
phone number, and touch Done.
Delete—removes this item from
•
the Favorites list. Touch Yes.
Where to > MSN Direct. For more
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