Garmin Nuvi 50lm 5 Manual

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About Memory Cards
You can purchase memory cards from an electronics 
supplier, or purchase pre-loaded Garmin mapping 
software (www.garmin.com/trip_planning). In 
addition to map and data storage, the memory card 
can be used to store files such as maps, images, 
geocaches, routes, waypoints, and custom POIs.
Installing a Memory Card
The device supports microSD™ and microSDHC 
memory or data cards.
Insert a memory card into the slot on the device.
Transferring Files from...

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2 Disconnect the cable from your computer.
Deleting Files 
Notice
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not  delete 
it. Your device memory contains important system 
files that should not be deleted.
1 Open the Garmin drive or volume.
2 If necessary, open a folder or volume.
3 Select the file.
4 Press the Delete key on your keyboard.
Customizing the Device
1 Select Settings.
2 Select a setting category. 
3 Select the setting to change it. 
System Settings
Select...

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this information when you update the system 
software or purchase additional map data.
Navigation Settings
Select Settings > Navigation. 
• Route Preference—select a preference for 
calculating your route.
•  Avoidances—select the road types you want to 
avoid on your routes. 
Display Settings
Select Settings > Display. 
• Color Mode—sets a light background ( Day), 
a dark background ( Night), or automatically 
switches between the two based on the sunrise 
time and the...

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NOTE: Changing the text language does not 
change the language of user-entered data or map 
data, such as street names.
•  Keyboard—sets the language for your keyboard.
Map Settings
Select Settings > Map. 
• Map Detail—adjusts the amount of detail shown 
on the map. Showing more detail can cause the 
map to redraw slower. 
•  Map View—sets a map perspective. 
 
◦ Track Up—displays the map in  two 
dimensions (2D) with your direction of travel 
at the top.
 
◦ North Up...

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Restoring Settings
You can restore a category of settings or all settings 
to the factory defaults.
1. Select Settings.
2. If necessary, select a settings category.
3. Select Restore.
Appendix
Caring for Your Device
Notice
Avoid dropping your device and operating it in high-
shock and high-vibration environments.
Do not expose the device to water. 
Contact with water can cause this device to 
malfunction.
Do not store the device where prolonged exposure 
to extreme...

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3 Apply the liquid to the cloth.
4 Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.
Avoiding Theft
• Remove the device and mount from sight when 
not in use. 
•  Remove the residue left on the windshield by the 
suction cup. 
•  Do not keep your unit in the glove compartment. 
•  Register your device at  http://my.garmin.com. 
Erasing User Data
1 Turn the device on.
2 Hold your finger on the lower-right corner of the 
device screen.
3 Keep your finger pressed until the pop-up window...

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Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle 
Power Cable
Notice
When replacing the fuse, do not lose any of the small 
pieces and make sure they are put back in the proper 
position. The vehicle power cable does not work 
unless it is assembled correctly.
If your device does not charge in your vehicle, you 
may need to replace the fuse located at the tip of the 
vehicle adapter. 
1 Unscrew the end piece.
TIP: You may need to use a coin to remove the 
end piece.
2 Remove the end...

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About nüMaps Lifetime 
For a one-time payment, you can receive up to four 
map updates each year for the life of your device. For 
more information on nüMaps Lifetime
 and complete 
terms and conditions, go to  www.garmin
.com, and click  Maps.
Safety Cameras
‹ CAUTION
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of, or 
the consequences of using, a custom POI or safety 
camera database. 
Safety camera information is available in some 
locations. Check  http://my.garmin.com...

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Troubleshooting 
ProblemSolution
My device is not acquiring 
satellite signals • 
Select Settings > System > GPS Simulator > Off. 
•  Make sure your device is out of parking garages and away from tall buildings and trees. 
•  Remain stationary for several minutes.
The suction cup will not 
stay on my windshield. • 
Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing alcohol. 
•  Dry with a clean, dry cloth. 
•  Mount the suction cup ( page 1).
The device does not 
charge in...

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The device is connected 
to the computer, but it will 
not go into mass storage 
mode.1 Disconnect the USB cable from your computer. 
2 Turn off the device. 
3 Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer and into your device. 
 The device automatically turns on and goes into USB mass storage mode. 
4 Verify your device is connected to a USB port and not a USB hub. 
I cannot see any new 
removable drives in my list 
of drives. If you have several network drives...