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INTRODUCTION > ABOUT THIS MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on choosing one of the most versatile GPS
navigation systems available! The Garmin® Quest™ utilizes the
proven performance of Garmin GPS and full-featured mapping to
create an unsurpassed mobile navigation system.
About This Manual
This manual covers instructions for the Quest and the Quest 2. To
get the most out of your new navigation system, go through this
Owner’s Manual and learn the operating procedures for your unit.
Introduction: Contains the Table of Contents, Warnings and
Cautions, and Care Information.
Getting Started: Provides information to help get you started. If
you have never operated a Quest or any type of GPS navigation
unit, try the “Tutorial” on page 2.
Basic Operation: Teaches you how to use your Quest to find items,
create routes, and initiate a TracBack
Using the Main Pages: Describes the Map page and other main
pages of your Quest.
Customizing your Quest: Explains how to change your Quest’s
settings to meet your specific needs.
®
.
Understanding GPS: Describes the basics of GPS navigation and
the features on the GPS Information page.
Appendix: Contains additional mounting instructions,
specifications, and regulatory information.
Index: Provides key words to help you find information.
Manual Conventions
Unless specified, all text and instructions apply to both the Quest
and the Quest 2.
This manual uses the term “select” when you need to choose an
icon, button, or tab. To select something, use the Rocker pad to
move the cursor (or highlighted area) to the position. To activate
the selection, press the OK key.
This manual uses the term WARNING to indicate a
potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
This manual uses the term CAUTION to indicate a
potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor injury or property damage. It may also
be used without the symbol to alert you to avoid unsafe
practices.
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INTRODUCTION > WARNINGSAND CAUTIONS
WARNING
Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations could result in an accident or collision resulting in death or
serious injury.
When installing the Quest in a vehicle, place the unit securely so that it does not interfere with vehicle operating controls or obstruct the
driver’s view of the road.
• Do not mount the unit over airbag panels or in the field of airbag deployment. Airbags can propel objects in their path toward the
driver or passengers.
• Do not mount the unit in a place where the driver or passengers could impact it in a collision.
• Use a mount to install the unit in your vehicle. Do not place unit unsecured on vehicle dashboard.
Minimize the amount of time spent viewing the screen of the Quest while driving. Do not input destinations, change settings, or access any
functions requiring prolonged use of the unit’s controls while driving. Pull over before attempting such operations.
When navigating, carefully compare information displayed on the Quest to all available navigation sources, including information from
other street signs, visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies or questions before continuing navigation.
The Quest contains a non-user-replaceable, rechargeable lithium-ion battery. The battery may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if
mistreated.
• Do not remove from the unit, heat unit above 140°F (60°C), or incinerate.
• Dispose of unit properly. Contact your local waste disposal department for information on properly disposing of lithium-ion batteries.
WARNING
or reproductive harm. This Notice is being provided in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. If you have any questions or would like
additional information, please refer to our Web site at http://www.garmin.com/prop65.
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: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
INTRODUCTION > WARNINGSAND CAUTIONS
CAUTION
Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations may result in injury or property damage.
The Quest is designed to provide you with route suggestions. It does not reflect road closures or road conditions, traffic congestion, weather
conditions, or other factors that may affect safety or timing while driving.
Use the Quest only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use the Quest for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction,
distance, location, or topography. This product should not be used to determine ground proximity for aircraft navigation.
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the United States government, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and
maintenance. The system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment, including the Quest.
Although the Quest is a precision navigation system, any navigation system can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.
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 inaccurate or incomplete data to some degree. This is
particularly true outside the United States, where complete and accurate digital data is either not available or prohibitively expensive.
NOTICE TO STATE OF CALIFORNIA DRIVERS: California Vehicle Code Section 26708 (a) (1) provides that “No person shall drive any
motor vehicle with any object or material placed, displayed, installed, affixed, or applied upon the windshield or side or rear windows.” Drivers
in California should not use the suction mount on their windshield or side or rear windows. Garmin does not take any responsibility for any fines,
penalties, or damages that may be incurred as a result of disregarding this notice. A disk for attaching the suction mount to a vehicle’s dashboard
is enclosed.
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INTRODUCTION > CARINGFORTHE QUEST
Caring for the Quest
The Quest is constructed of high quality materials and does not
require user maintenance other than cleaning.
Cleaning the Case
Clean the unit’s outer casing (except for the screen) using a cloth
dampened with a mild detergent solution and then wipe dry.
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that may damage plastic
components.
Cleaning the Screen
Clean the screen using a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. You may use
water, isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass cleaner if needed. To use these
cleaners, apply the liquid to the cloth and wipe the screen.
Storage
Do not store the Quest where prolonged exposure to temperature
extremes may occur (such as in the trunk of a car), as permanent
damage may result.
Avoid Theft
To avoid theft, take your Quest with you or remove it from view
when you leave your vehicle.
Using the Quest Responsibly
The Quest is equipped with a Safe Mode feature to improve
driver safety. When your vehicle is moving, Safe Mode disables
all functions that require significant operator attention and could
become a distraction when driving.
Read the warnings on pages iv–v to learn how to install and use
your Quest safely and responsibly.
Battery Temperature Warning
Your Quest contains an internal lithium-ion battery, which can store
more energy than standard batteries. All batteries slowly lose the
amount of energy they can hold over time. To maximize battery
life, limit the unit’s prolonged exposure to excessive heat and direct
sunlight.
If Your Quest Locks Up…
On rare occasions, your Quest may freeze or lock up. In this case,
reset it by pressing the Power key and the IN key at the same time.
The unit turns off. The unit will operate normally when you turn it
on again.
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Introducing the Quest
Flip-up GPS antenna
(Position the antenna parallel to
the surface of the road.)
UNIT OVERVIEW > INTRODUCINGTHE QUEST
UNIT OVERVIEW
Power Key
Front View
256-Color high-resolution TFT display
Keypad
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Power/Speaker connector
USB connector
External antenna
connector
Back View
UNIT OVERVIEW > A TUTORIAL
A Tutorial
Step 2: Press the FIND key. The Find Menu appears.
This tutorial guides you through the steps for finding a restaurant
in your area and then creating a route to it. If you have never used
a Quest or a GPS unit before, try this simple task. You will see that
using your Quest is fast and easy.
Make certain the antenna is unobstructed as it looks for satellites.
For example, it cannot establish a satellite fix if your vehicle is
parked in a garage. Position the antenna so that it is parallel to
the surface of the road so that it can have the best view of the sky.
Step 1: If you have not already done so, flip up the antenna and
snap your Quest into the vehicle suction mount. Plug the cable end
of the 12-Volt adapter into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter. See page
Step 3: Highlight the Food & Drink icon located on the Find
Menu (from Step 2) and press the OK key. The list of restaurants in
your area appears on a page similar to the one shown below.
6 if you need additional instructions. Turn on the Quest. When
your Quest has established a satellite fix, it displays a “Ready to
Navigate” message.
Map page
FIND key
Rocker pad
OK key
Use the Rocker pad to
highlight the Food & Drink icon. Then press
the OK key.
Use the Rocker pad to
highlight a restaurant.
Then press the OK key.
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UNIT OVERVIEW > A TUTORIAL
Step 4: Move down the list of restaurants by pressing the Rocker
pad down. When you see a restaurant you like, highlight it and
press the OK key. Information about the restaurant appears on a
page similar to the one shown below.
Highlight Route To to
create a route to this
restaurant. Then press
the OK key.
Step 5: To create a route to this restaurant, highlight the Route To
button located at the bottom of the page (in Step 4) and then press
OK. Your Quest calculates the route and then provides directions.
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UNIT OVERVIEW > VEHICLE INSTALLATION
Vehicle Installation
Select a suitable location for installing the unit that allows routing
of the power cord and does not interfere with vehicle operation.
Refer to the warnings on pages iv–v.
If you are NOT using a remote antenna, be certain to select
a location where the Quest’s flip-up antenna has a relatively
unobstructed view of the sky. For optimal use, position the
antenna parallel to the surface of the road.
NOTE: An optional external remote antenna (Garmin GA 27C)
may be needed when using the unit in a vehicle with a coated
windshield or an in-screen heating system.
Compact Vehicle Suction Mount
The compact suction mount rotates easily on a ball-socket joint.
This type of mount does not extend out using rotating arms. Refer
to the image to below for a picture of the compact vehicle suction
mount.
To insert the Quest in the compact vehicle suction
mount:
1. Flip up the antenna on the back of the Quest.
2. Angle the Quest forward as shown to the right. Fit the
3. Tilt the unit back until it snaps into the mount.
Your Quest has been shipped with one of two types of vehicle
suction mounts: a compact mount or an extending mount. Use
the images to identify which mount you have and follow the
appropriate directions for your mount type.
To remove the Quest from the mount, gently pull the release tab on
the top of the mount up and remove the Quest.
bottom of the Quest into the bottom of the mount.
Mount
Release tab
Tension knob
behind mount
Suction lever
Suction
cup
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UNIT OVERVIEW > VEHICLE INSTALLATION
To mount the compact vehicle suction mount:
1. To ensure a tight grip, clean and dry your windshield.
2. Pull the suction lever on the suction cup toward you. Place
the suction cup on your windshield.
3. Flip the suction lever toward the windshield. Adjust the unit
to obtain a maximum viewing angle.
4. Plug the power cable into an available receptacle.
Extending Vehicle Suction Mount
The extending vehicle suction mount can be identified by the
rotating arm used to adjust the viewing angle. The mount also has
two adjustment knobs on the right side. Refer to the image to below
for a picture of the extending vehicle suction mount.
To insert the Quest in the extending vehicle suction
mount:
1. Flip up the antenna on the back of the Quest.
2. Position the Quest above the mount, aligning the slots on
3. Slide the Quest down into the mount until it snaps into
To remove, firmly press up on the Quest from the bottom middle of
the unit and lift the Quest from the mount.
If necessary, use the tension knob (located just behind the mount on
the arm) to loosen or tighten the tension.
To remove the mount from the windshield, flip the suction lever
toward you. If necessary, pull the rubber tab on the bottom of the
suction cup toward you to loosen the suction cup’s grip.
the sides of the unit with the tabs on the inside of the mount.
place.
Extending
mount
assembly
Mount
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UNIT OVERVIEW > VEHICLE INSTALLATION
To mount the extending vehicle suction mount:
1. Loosen the two adjustment knobs on the right side of the
mount and extend the mount assembly as shown. Retighten
the knobs to keep the mount in place.
2. To ensure a tight grip, clean and dry your windshield and
the inside of the suction cup.
3. Flip the suction lever on the suction cup toward you.
4. Place the suction mount in the selected location on your
windshield.
5. Push the suction lever toward the windshield to tighten
the suction cup to the glass. Apply gentle pressure to the
suction mount to make certain the grip is secure.
To position the mount for maximum viewing, loosen the
adjustment knobs and position the bracket. Tighten the adjustment
knobs when you are done. You can also adjust the bracket’s
horizontal angle by twisting the mount left or right.
To remove the suction cup from the windshield, flip the suction
lever toward you to release the suction cup’s grip. To help release
the grip, pull the rubber tab on the suction cup toward you.
Connecting the Vehicle Adapter to Your Vehicle
The Quest’s suction mount vehicle adapter includes a 12/24-Volt
DC adapter with an external speaker system. Plug the cigarette
lighter portion of the vehicle adapter into an available receptacle in
your vehicle. Make sure the cable does not interfere with vehicle
Suction cup
operation in any way.
Increase or decrease the volume by adjusting the volume control
knob on the side of the speaker.
Mount
Adjustment
knobs
Suction lever pushed down
toward the windshield
Using the Mounting Disk
California drivers, use the enclosed mounting disk as an alternative
to using the suction cup mount on your windshield. See page 52 for
more information
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UNIT OVERVIEW > GETTING STARTED
Getting Started
Turning the Quest On and Off
Press and hold the Power
it on or off. When turned on, the Welcome page appears briefly,
followed by a Safe Driving Warning Message. Press the OK key
to acknowledge the message, or wait briefly until the Map page
appears. Your Quest automatically starts searching for satellite
signals to find your current location.
Adjusting the External Speaker Volume
You can adjust the volume for the external speaker using two
different methods. Be sure that you properly adjust the volume on
both controls.
You can adjust the volume using the volume
key on the front of the unit to turn
Speaker
Turning off Satellite Reception for Indoor Use
You can set your Quest to indoor use which stops satellite
reception. As a result, it conserves the battery and speeds up the
searching and mapping operations. Thoroughly familiarize yourself
with the routing features of the Quest by practicing creating routes
in simulator mode (Use Indoors).
To turn off satellite
reception:
1. Press the Page
2. Press the MENU key.
3. Highlight Use Indoors
control knob on the external speaker. Test the
sound level by pressing the Speak key.
You can also press and hold the
Speak
key to open the volume slider. Press the
Rocker pad right to raise the volume or left
Volume
control
To turn on satellite reception:
1. Press the Page
2. Press the MENU key.
3. Highlight Acquire Satellites and press OK. The GPS
to lower it. You can quickly press the Speak
key to adjust the volume to a pre-set level
(low, medium, and high).
key to
open the Map page.
and press the OK key.
The GPS function is
disabled.
key to open the Map page.
function is enabled and your Quest begins to acquire
satellites.
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UNIT OVERVIEW > USINGTHE KEYS
Using the Keys
Use the keys to perform specific tasks such as finding places or planning routes. With the exception of the Power key, press and quickly
release a key to perform its function. If a key has a secondary function, press and hold the key to activate it.
Power—press and hold to turn the Quest on or off.
Press the key once to adjust the illumination of your
screen. When the illumination window appears, use
the Rocker pad to move the slider to the left or right
FIND—press to search for cities, addresses, and
other points of interest. Press FIND twice to activate
the Recent Finds menu. Press and hold FIND to
“Route Home” (see page 20).
to dim or brighten your backlight. Press OK.
OUT—zooms out of the Map page to show a larger
area with less detail. Also scrolls down a list.
Page—press to open pages on your Quest. Press
Page
to close the current window or menu and
return to the previous page. When you are entering
IN—zooms in on the Map page to show a smaller
area with more detail. Also scrolls up a list.
MENU—press to display a menu of options for
the current page. Press MENU twice to open the
Settings menu. Press and hold MENU to activate
the Route Options menu.
Speak—triggers your Quest’s “voice” to repeat
the next turn or current destination when you are
navigating a route. Press and hold to adjust the volume.
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data, press Page
restore the previous value.
OK—press to select items. Press OK to reveal
information pages when panning the Map page. To
save your current location in My Locations, press
and hold OK.
Rocker pad—press to move the highlight and map
pointer any direction.
to cancel the data entry and
UNIT OVERVIEW > USINGTHE KEYS
Selecting Options and Entering Data
Use the OK key and the Rocker pad to select options and activate
your selections.
To select and activate an option or on-screen button:
1. Use the Rocker pad to move up, down, right, or left to the
selection or on-screen button.
2. Press OK to activate the feature.
To exit a menu or return to the previous setting:
Press
your steps or menus.
Page. The Page key moves backwards through
Using the On-screen Keyboard
The up arrow changes the
capital letters to lower case
and numbers to symbols.
Return key
The on-screen keyboard opens when you need to enter data, such
as entering an address or changing the name of a saved location.
The on-screen keyboard is used in a variety of places throughout
the Quest. Its appearance may alter, depending on your purpose for
using it, but it always functions the same way.
Use the Rocker pad to select a letter or number and then press OK.
To create spaces, select the blank space between the Y and Z. Use
the Clear (Back) box to delete letters/numbers. The ◄ and ► keys
are backspace and forwardspace keys. The up arrow changes
the capital letters to lower case and the numbers to symbols. Use
the Return key to create a new line. When you have entered all
text, select Done.
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BASIC OPERATION > FINDING PLACESAND ROUTINGTO THEM
BASIC OPERATION
Finding Places and Routing to Them
Use the Find Menu on your Quest to locate and create a route to
a city, street, park, restaurant, or hotel. You can even use the Find
Menu to see what rest areas are approaching on the highway.
Find Menu
Press down on the Rocker pad to see more Find categories.
To find a place and route to it:
1. Press the FIND key. The Find Menu appears.
2. Highlight a category
to help you find your
destination, such as
Food & Drink, Lodging,
Addresses, or All Points
of Interest. Press OK.
A list of places near your
current location appears.
3. Highlight the place and
press OK. An information
page appears.
4. Highlight Route To and
press OK. The Quest
calculates your route.
Find Menu Results List
Information Page
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BASIC OPERATION > FINDING PLACESAND ROUTINGTO THEM
Advanced Search Methods and Tips
The search results list can be quite long. Use the following tips to
narrow your results.
Panning and Finding
You can find places that are beyond your current location by
panning to a particular area on the map. Open the Map page and
pan the map to the location. Press the FIND key, and all find
Entering Containing Letters
If you know letters contained in the name of the place you seek,
options appear that are near the map pointer. See page 30 for
information about panning the map.
select the <Containing> box. Use
the on-screen keyboard to enter
letters contained in the name. The
more fully you type the name, the
more accurate your search results.
Finding Places Near this Place
After you have found a place, open the item’s information page.
To find another place (such as a hotel or restaurant) near this place,
highlight Find Near and press OK.
For example, typing “SU” in order to
find Sun’s Deli returns names such
as Subway and Tropik Sun.
Using the Containing Field
Saving this Place to My Locations
After you have found a place, open the item’s information page.
Highlight Save and press OK to save this place to My Locations.
Searching Sub-Categories
If you would like to search for a
type of food (such as Chinese, Deli,
International, Fast Food), highlight
the All Categories box and press
OK. Highlight a food category
(sub-category) and press OK. A new
list appears filtered with the selected
Using Sub-Categories
Using the Information Page Menu
After you have found a place, open the item’s information page and
press the MENU key to reveal more options.
To see where this item is located on the map, select
For step-by-step directions from the restaurant to your current
location, select Directions to Me. Select Find Near Current
Route to list all places along your current route.
category.
Show Map.
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BASIC OPERATION > FINDING PLACESAND ROUTINGTO THEM
Finding an Address or Intersection
To search for an address or intersection, select the Addresses or
Intersections icon from the Find Menu. In both cases, a search
wizard appears that allows you to enter street information.
To find an address or intersection:
1. Press FIND, highlight Addresses or Intersections, and
press OK.
2. A Wizard opens. Highlight the state and press OK.
3. Highlight Search All Cities and press OK.
4. Enter the address number and street using the on-screen
keyboard. For intersections, you only need to enter street
names.
5. A list of addresses or intersections appears. Highlight the
place you are looking for and press OK.
6. To create a route to this address, highlight Route To and
press OK.
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BASIC OPERATION > FINDING PLACESAND ROUTINGTO THEM
Finding a City
To search for a city, select Cities from the Find Menu. A list of 50
cities near your current location appears.
To find a city:
1. Press FIND, highlight Cities, and press OK. A list of cities
appears. Use the Rocker pad to move down the list.
2. Highlight the <Containing> box and press OK to narrow
your results or find a city not on the list. Type in the name of
the city using the on-screen keyboard.
3. Highlight the city name and press OK. An information page
appears for that city.
4. To go to this city, highlight Route To and press OK.
Finding an Exit
Select Exits from the Find Menu to locate exits on highways,
freeways, and interstates.
To find an exit:
1. Press the FIND key, highlight Exits, and press OK. All exits
on the highway or interstate that are closest to your current
location are listed.
2. To search for a particular road exit, press MENU, highlight
Select Exit Road, and press OK. Enter the name of the
road using the on-screen keyboard.
3. If you know you want to stop at an exit that has a particular
type of service, such as a gas station or rest area, you can
narrow the number of exits by selecting the All Categories
box and pressing OK. Select a category from the list.
4. Use the Rocker pad to highlight an exit from the search
results list and press OK. An information page for that exit
appears. If the exit contains services, these businesses
appear on the exit’s information page. Highlight the
business you want to visit and press OK to view information
about it.
5. To go to this exit, highlight Route To and press OK.
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