Garmin BMW Motorrad Navigator V Owners Manual
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Table of Contents
Getting Started............................................................... 1
Contact Information.................................................................... 1
Installing the Battery................................................................... 1
Turning On the Device................................................................ 1
Turning Off the Device................................................................ 1
Resetting the Device.............................................................. 1
Removing the Battery................................................................. 1
Installing Your Device in the Motorcycle Mount.......................... 1
Removing Your Device from the Motorcycle Mount...............2
About the Motorcycle Mount....................................................... 2
Mounting Your Device in an Automobile.................................... 2
Support and Updates.................................................................. 2
Setting Up Garmin Express................................................... 2
Activating Lifetime Maps........................................................ 2
About Sleep Mode...................................................................... 2
Entering Sleep Mode............................................................. 2
Exiting Sleep Mode................................................................ 2
Adjusting the Screen Brightness................................................ 2
Adjusting the Volume.................................................................. 3
Status Bar Icons......................................................................... 3
Choosing a Transportation Mode.......................................... 3
Battery Information..................................................................... 3
Setting the Time..........................................................................3
Using the On-Screen Buttons..................................................... 3
Using the On-Screen Keyboard.................................................. 3
About Shortcuts.......................................................................... 3
Adding a Shortcut.................................................................. 3
Removing a Shortcut............................................................. 3
About Locations............................................................. 3
Finding BMW Dealers................................................................. 3
Contact Information................................................................3
Finding Locations........................................................................3
Finding a Location by Category............................................. 3
Searching Within a Category............................................ 3
Finding a Location Using the Search Bar.............................. 3
Changing the Search Area.................................................... 4
Finding a Location by Browsing the Map............................... 4
Finding an Address................................................................ 4
Finding Recently Found Destinations.................................... 4
Clearing the List of Recently Found Locations................. 4
Finding Parking...................................................................... 4
Finding Your Last Parking Spot........................................ 4
Search Tools.......................................................................... 4
Finding an Intersection...................................................... 4
Finding a City.................................................................... 4
Finding a Location Using Coordinates.............................. 4
Setting a Simulated Location................................................. 4
Saving Locations....................................................................4
Saving a Location..............................................................4
Saving Your Current Location........................................... 4
Starting a Route to a Saved Location............................... 4
Editing a Saved Location.................................................. 4
Assigning Categories to a Saved Location....................... 5
Deleting a Saved Location................................................ 5
Saving a Home Location................................................... 5
Finding Recently Found Destinations.................................... 5
Clearing the List of Recently Found Locations...................... 5
Navigation....................................................................... 5
Starting a Route.......................................................................... 5
Previewing Multiple Routes....................................................5
Changing the Route Calculation Mode.................................. 5
Navigating Off Road.......................................................... 5
Taking a Route Using Curvy Roads.................................. 5
Starting a Route to a Saved Location
Your Route on the Map...............................................................5
Using the Navigation Map...................................................... 5
Adding a Point to a Route...................................................... 6
Skipping a Point in Your Route......................................... 6
Taking a Detour..................................................................... 6
Stopping the Route................................................................ 6
Using Suggested Routes....................................................... 6
About Exit Services.....................................................................6
Finding Exit Services............................................................. 6
Navigating to an Exit.............................................................. 6
.................................... 5
Map Pages....................................................................... 6
Customizing the Map.................................................................. 6
Customizing the Map Layers................................................. 6
Viewing the Trip Log.............................................................. 6
Changing the Map Data Field................................................ 6
Customizing Map Buttons...................................................... 6
Removing Buttons from the Map.......................................6
Changing the Map Dashboard............................................... 6
Changing the Map Perspective.............................................. 6
Viewing Route Activity................................................................ 6
Viewing a List of Turns...........................................................6
Viewing the Entire Route on the Map............................... 7
Viewing the Next Turn............................................................7
Viewing Junctions.................................................................. 7
Viewing Traffic Alerts............................................................. 7
Viewing the Trip Computer.................................................... 7
Resetting Trip Information................................................. 7
Viewing Current Location Information........................................ 7
Finding Nearby Services........................................................ 7
Getting Directions to Your Current Location.......................... 7
Hands-Free Voice Prompts........................................... 7
About Wireless Headsets........................................................... 7
Enabling Bluetooth Wireless Technology.............................. 7
Pairing a Wireless Headset........................................................ 7
Deleting a Paired Headset..................................................... 7
Disconnecting Your Headset................................................. 7
Tips After Pairing the Devices................................................7
Using the Apps............................................................... 7
Using Help.................................................................................. 7
Searching Help Topics........................................................... 7
Smartphone Link.........................................................................8
Downloading Smartphone Link.............................................. 8
Connecting to Smartphone Link........................................ 8
Sending a Location from Your Phone to Your Device........... 8
Disabling Calls While Connected to Smartphone Link.......... 8
About Garmin Live Services....................................................... 8
Subscribing to Garmin Live Services..................................... 8
Viewing the Weather Forecast....................................................8
Viewing Weather Near a Different City.................................. 8
Viewing the Weather Radar................................................... 8
Viewing Weather Alerts..........................................................8
Checking Road Conditions.................................................... 8
Trip Planner................................................................................ 8
About Via Points.................................................................... 8
About Shaping Points............................................................ 8
Planning a Trip to Destination................................................ 9
Adding Points to a Trip...........................................................9
Scheduling a Trip................................................................... 9
Changing Transportation Modes in a Trip............................. 9
Navigating to a Saved Trip.....................................................9
Editing a Saved Trip...............................................................9
Tracks......................................................................................... 9
Viewing Track Information..................................................... 9
TracBack®.................................................................................. 9
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Following Your Recent Track................................................. 9
Saving Your Recent Track as a Trip...................................... 9
Using the Compass.................................................................... 9
Viewing Previous Routes and Destinations................................ 9
Using the World Clock.............................................................. 10
Viewing the World Map........................................................ 10
Setting an Alarm....................................................................... 10
Using the Calculator................................................................. 10
Converting Units....................................................................... 10
Setting Currency Conversion Rates.....................................10
About the Media Player............................................................ 10
Supported File Types........................................................... 10
Playing Music....................................................................... 10
Creating a Playlist................................................................ 10
Creating a Playlist on a Computer.................................. 10
Editing the Current Playlist...................................................10
Traffic............................................................................ 10
About Traffic on Your Route..................................................... 10
Viewing Upcoming Traffic.................................................... 10
Manually Avoiding Traffic on Your Route............................ 10
Taking an Alternate Route................................................... 11
Viewing Traffic on the Map.................................................. 11
Traffic in Your Area................................................................... 11
Searching for Traffic Incidents............................................. 11
Viewing a Traffic Incident on the Map.................................. 11
Searching for Traffic Incidents............................................. 11
Understanding Traffic Data....................................................... 11
Disabling Traffic........................................................................ 11
Data Management......................................................... 11
File Types................................................................................. 11
About Memory Cards................................................................ 11
Installing a Memory Card..................................................... 11
Connecting the Device to Your Computer................................ 11
Transferring Data From Your Computer................................... 11
Disconnecting the USB Cable..............................................11
Customizing the Device............................................... 11
Map and Vehicle Settings......................................................... 11
Enabling Maps..................................................................... 12
Navigation Settings................................................................... 12
Calculation Mode Settings................................................... 12
Display Settings........................................................................ 12
Bluetooth Settings.....................................................................12
Disabling Bluetooth.............................................................. 12
Traffic Settings.......................................................................... 12
Units and Time Settings............................................................12
Language and Keyboard Settings............................................ 12
Proximity Alerts Settings........................................................... 12
Device and Privacy Settings..................................................... 12
Restoring Settings.................................................................... 12
Appendix....................................................................... 13
Power Cables........................................................................... 13
Charging the Device............................................................ 13
Device Care.............................................................................. 13
Cleaning the Outer Casing...................................................13
Cleaning the Touchscreen................................................... 13
Avoiding Theft...................................................................... 13
Extending the Battery Life.................................................... 13
Replacing the Battery...........................................................13
Locking the Device...............................................................13
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle Power Cable....................... 13
Purchasing Additional Maps..................................................... 13
Safety Cameras........................................................................ 13
Custom Points of Interest......................................................... 14
Installing POI Loader........................................................... 14
Using the POI Loader Help Files......................................... 14
Finding Custom POIs
Purchasing Accessories........................................................... 14
........................................................... 14
Troubleshooting........................................................... 14
My device is not acquiring satellite signals............................... 14
The device does not charge in my vehicle............................... 14
The touchscreen is not responding to my touches................... 14
The suction cup will not stay on my windshield........................ 14
My battery does not stay charged for very long........................ 14
The battery gauge does not seem accurate............................. 14
My device does not appear as a removable drive on my
computer................................................................................... 14
My device does not appear as a portable device on my
computer................................................................................... 14
My device does not appear as either a portable device or a
removable drive or volume on my computer.............................14
My phone will not connect to the device................................... 14
My device is locked up or frozen.............................................. 14
I need to erase all my user data............................................... 14
Specifications............................................................... 14
Index.............................................................................. 16
ii Table of Contents
Getting Started
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Contact Information
If you encounter any difficulty while using your BMW Navigator
V, or if you have any questions, contact your BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Installing the Battery
Locate the screwdriver À that came in the product box.
1
Locate the lithium-ion battery in the product box.
2
Loosen the screws and remove the battery compartment
3
cover.
If necessary, insert a microSD™ card Á into the device.
4
Close the battery cover Å and tighten the screws.
8
NOTE: Do not over-tighten the screws.
Turning On the Device
NOTE: The device turns on automatically if it is in the optional
motorcycle or automotive mount and external power is
connected and turned on.
Press the power key.
Turning Off the Device
Hold the power key until a prompt appears on the screen.
1
The prompt appears after five seconds. If you release the
power key before the prompt appears, the device enters
sleep mode.
Select Off.
2
Resetting the Device
You can reset your device if it stops functioning.
Hold the power key for 10 seconds.
Removing the Battery
You can remove the battery if you do not plan on using the
device for an extended period of time.
Loosen the screws and remove the battery compartment
1
cover.
Press and hold the release tab on the battery connectory
2
while gently pulling the connector away from the device.
Insert the battery with its cable on top.
5
Insert the battery connector  into the battery port Ã.
6
Installing Your Device in the Motorcycle Mount
CAUTION
Before driving, ensure the top of the latch is flat and even with
the top of the device and the mount.
NOTE: The motorcycle mount is not included in all kits.
Fit the bottom of your device into the cradle.
1
Insert the battery cover, top side first Ä.
7
Getting Started 1
Tilt your device back until it snaps into place and the top of
2
the latch is flat.
NOTE: Remove the device from the motorcycle mount before
connecting a battery charger to your motorcycle.
Removing Your Device from the Motorcycle Mount
Press the release button À on the side of the mount.
1
Lift out the device.
2
About the Motorcycle Mount
You can access specific device features using the buttons on
the motorcycle mount.
Select to zoom in and out on the map.
À
Select to use functionality marked with a or .
Select to view the map, compass, trip computer, and media player.
Á
Hold to open the brightness settings.
Select to hear the current prompt when you have a Bluetooth
Â
helmet or headset connected.
Hold to open the volume settings.
®
Mounting Your Device in an Automobile
NOTE: The automotive mount is included with the optional car
kit.
NOTICE
Before mounting the device, check the local laws pertaining to
windshield mounting.
WARNING
This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent the
possibility of personal injury or product damage caused by
battery exposure to extreme heat, store the device out of direct
sunlight.
Do not use the suction cup mount on a motorcycle.
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Plug the small end of the automotive power cable À into the
1
port on the side of the automotive mount Á.
Remove the clear plastic from the suction cup.
2
Clean and dry your windshield and the suction cup with a lint-
3
free cloth.
Press the suction cup  to the windshield, and flip the lever
4
back toward the windshield.
Ã
Snap the mount onto the suction cup arm.
5
Fit the bottom of your device into the cradle.
6
Tilt the device back until it snaps into place.
7
Plug the other end of the automotive power cable into a
8
power source.
Support and Updates
Garmin® Express provides easy access to these services for
your device.
• Product registration
• Software and map updates
• Product manuals
• Vehicles, voices, and other extras
Setting Up Garmin Express
Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on the
1
device.
Plug the larger end of the USB cable into an available USB
2
port on your computer.
Go to www.garmin.com/express.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4
Activating Lifetime Maps
NOTE: Lifetime Maps are not applicable to products that do not
have pre-loaded maps.
NOTE: Lifetime Maps entitle you to receive map updates when
and as such updates are made available by Garmin during the
useful life of one compatible Garmin product or as long as
Garmin receives map data from a third party supplier, whichever
is shorter. For the meaning of a product’s “useful life” and for
other important terms and conditions, go to www.garmin.com
/numapslifetime.
Go to www.garmin.com/express.
1
Follow the on-screen instructions.
2
NOTE: If you register the device, you can receive e-mail
notifications when a map update is available.
About Sleep Mode
Use sleep mode to conserve battery power when your device is
not in use. Sleep mode uses very little power, and a battery
charge lasts for weeks when your device is in sleep mode.
Entering Sleep Mode
Press the Power key.
Exiting Sleep Mode
While the device is in sleep mode, press the Power key.
Adjusting the Screen Brightness
Select Settings > Display > Brightness.
1
2 Getting Started
Select or to adjust the screen brightness.
2
Adjusting the Volume
Select Volume.
1
Select an option:
2
• Select or to adjust the volume.
• Select to mute the device.
• Select for additional options.
Status Bar Icons
The status bar is located at the top of the main menu. The status
bar icons display information about features on the device. You
can select some icons to change settings or view additional
information.
GPS signal status.
Bluetooth technology status (appears when Bluetooth is
enabled).
Connected to Smartphone Link.
Transportation mode indicator. Allows you to select
automobile, motorcycle, or off road mode.
Current time.
Battery status.
Choosing a Transportation Mode
Select .
Battery Information
After the device is connected to power, it begins to charge.
in the status bar indicates the status of the internal battery.
Setting the Time
NOTE: You can select Automatic to automatically set the time
each time the device is powered on.
Select .
1
Scroll the numbers to set the time.
2
Using the On-Screen Buttons
• Select to return to the previous menu screen.
• Hold to quickly return to the main menu.
• Select or to see more choices.
• Hold or to scroll faster.
• Select to see a menu of options for the current screen.
Using the On-Screen Keyboard
See "Language and Keyboard Settings" to change the keyboard
layout (Language and Keyboard Settings).
• Select to delete a search entry.
• Select to delete a character.
• Select to change the keyboard language mode.
• Select to enter special characters, such as punctuation
marks.
• Select to change character capitalization.
About Shortcuts
Adding a Shortcut
You can add shortcuts to the Where To? menu. A shortcut can
point to a location, a category, or a search tool.
The Where To? menu can contain up to 36 shortcut icons.
Select Where To? > Add Shortcut.
1
Select an item.
2
Removing a Shortcut
Select Where To? > > Remove Shortcut(s).
1
Select the shortcut to remove.
2
Select the shortcut again to confirm.
3
About Locations
The maps loaded in your device contain locations, such as
restaurants, hotels, auto services, and street information. You
can use categories to browse for nearby businesses and
attractions. You can also search for addresses, coordinates,
cities, and intersections.
Finding BMW Dealers
You can find a BMW dealer closest to your location.
Select Where To? > BMW Motorrad.
Contact Information
If you encounter any difficulty while using your BMW Navigator
V, or if you have any questions, contact your BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Finding Locations
Finding a Location by Category
Select Where To?.
1
Select a category, or select Categories.
2
If necessary, select a subcategory.
3
Select a location.
4
Searching Within a Category
After you have performed a search for a point of interest, certain
categories may display a Quick Search list that shows the last
three destinations you selected.
Select Where To?.
1
Select a category, or select Categories.
2
Select a category.
3
If applicable, select a destination from the Quick Search list.
4
If necessary, select the appropriate destination.
5
Finding a Location Using the Search Bar
You can use the search bar to search for locations by entering a
category, brand name, address, or city name.
Select Where To?.
1
Select Enter Search in the search bar.
2
Enter all or part of the search term.
3
Suggested search terms appear below the search bar.
Select an option:
4
• To search for a type of business, enter a category name
(for example, "movie theaters").
• To search for a business name, enter all or part of the
name.
• To search for an address near you, enter the street
number and street name.
• To search for an address in another city, enter the street
number, street name, city, and state.
• To search for a city, enter the city and state.
• To search for coordinates, enter latitude and longitude
coordinates.
Select an option:
5
• To search using a suggested search term, select the term.
• To search using the text you entered, select .
About Locations 3
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