Garmin Quest 2 User Manual

							
Quest
®
 and Quest
®
 2
pocket-sized navigatorowner’s manual 
						

							
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June 2006 Part Number 190-00556-10 Rev. B  Printed in Taiwan 
						

							
Quest Owner’s Manual i

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. 
						

							
ii Quest Owner’s Manual

INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ...........................................................................i
About This Manual  ...................................................................i
Manual Conventions ........................................................................i
Warning ...................................................................................
iv
Caution .....................................................................................v
Caring for the Quest  ...............................................................vi
Cleaning the Case  .........................................................................vi
Cleaning the Screen  .......................................................................vi
Storing Your Quest ........................................................................vi
Avoiding Theft ...............................................................................
vi
Using the Quest Responsibly .........................................................vi
Battery Temperature Warning ........................................................
vi
If Your Quest 
Locks Up… .............................................................vi
Recycling Your Q
uest ....................................................................vi
Unit Overview ......................................................................1
Introducing the Quest  .............................................................1
A Tutorial ..................................................................................
2
Vehicle Installation  ..................................................................4
Removing the Quest and the Mount  ...............................................5
Using the Mounting Disk ...............................................................5
Getting Started ........................................................................6
Turning the Quest On and Off ........................................................
6
Adjusting the External Speaker  Volume .........................................6
Turning Off Satellite Reception for 
Indoor Use .............................6
Using the Keys ........................................................................7
Selecting Options and Entering Data ..............................................8
Using the On-screen Keyboard .......................................................8
Basic Operation ...................................................................9
Finding Places and Routing to Them   ...................................9
Advanced Search Methods and Tips ............................................
10
Finding an Address or Intersection   ..............................................11
Finding a City ...............................................................................12
Finding an Exit .............................................................................12
Finding Recently-Found Places  ....................................................13
Planning a Trip ..............................................................................14
My Locations .........................................................................15
Saving Your 
Favorite Places in “My Locations”  ..........................15
Editing a Saved Location  ..............................................................17
Organizing 
Saved Locations into Categories  ...............................17
Deleting Saved Locations  .............................................................18
Finding My Locations ..................................................................18
Setting Your Home Location ................................................19
Changing Your 
Home Location  ....................................................19
Using TracBack  .....................................................................20
Following Your Track with the 
Compass Page .............................21
Planning and Modifying Routes  ..........................................22
Planning a Route  ...........................................................................22
Saving a Route ..............................................................................23
Deleting a Saved Route ................................................................23 
						

							
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INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS

Recalculating a Route ...................................................................24
Adding a Detour ...........................................................................24
Adding Via Points .........................................................................24
Avoiding Roads and Areas ............................................................
26
Using the Main Pages  .......................................................28
Map Page ................................................................................28
Zooming In and Out of the Map ...................................................28
Panning the Map ...........................................................................29
Viewing the Map 
Orientation  .......................................................30
Data Fields  ....................................................................................30
Next Turn Page ......................................................................
31
Current Route Page ...............................................................32
Trip Information Page  ...........................................................
33
Customizing Your Quest  ..................................................34
Customizing the Map Page ...................................................34
Layout Tab ....................................................................................
34
Map Tab ........................................................................................
34
Line, Point, City, and Area Tabs ...................................................
35
Restoring Map Setup Default Settings  .........................................35
Customizing the Display .......................................................36
Customizing the Overall System Setup ..............................37
Customizing the Route Settings ..........................................38
Customizing the Units Settings ...........................................39
Changing the Time Settings .................................................39
Changing the Track Setup ....................................................40
Customizing the  Welcome Page ..........................................41
Viewing
 Software and Unit Information  ..............................41
Understanding GPS ...........................................................42
The GPS Information Page ...................................................42
Sky View
 and Signal Strength Bars  ..............................................43
Satellite Status Bar ........................................................................44
Poor Satellite Reception Menu  .....................................................44
Appendix ............................................................................45
Quest Shortcuts ....................................................................45
Data Fields .............................................................................45
Adding Maps to Your Quest .................................................47
Purchasing Additional MapSource Maps  .....................................
47
Controlling Map Views on the 
Map Page .....................................47
Changing Map Families When Finding Places
  ...........................48
Specifications ........................................................................
49
Changing the Fuse ........................................................................49
Product and Regulatory Information  ...................................50
Product Registration .....................................................................50
Contact Garmin  .............................................................................50
Software License Agreement  ........................................................50
FCC Compliance ..........................................................................51
Declaration of Conformity  ............................................................51
RSS-310 ........................................................................................51
Limited Warranty ..........................................................................52
Index ...................................................................................53 
						

							
iv Quest Owner’s Manual

INTRODUCTION > WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

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 (see diagram).
Do not mount 
where driver’s 
 
field of vision is 
blocked.
Do not place 
unsecured on 
the vehicle 
dash.
Do not mount in front of an airbag  field of deployment.
Always operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Do not become 
distracted by the Quest while driving, and always be fully 
aware of all driving conditions. Minimize the amount of time 
spent viewing the screen of the Quest while driving and use 
voice prompts when possible. Do not enter 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.
When navigating, carefully compare information displayed 
on the Quest 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. 
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
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 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  www.garmin.com/prop6
5. 
						

							
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INTRODUCTION > WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

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 government’s 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 device, any navigation device can be 
misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.
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 extent. In some 
countries, complete and accurate map information is either not available or is prohibitively expensive.
Notice To Drivers in California and Minnesota
: State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on 
their windshields while operating motor vehicles. Other Garmin dashboard or friction mounting options should be used. Garmin does not 
take any responsibility for any fines, penalties, or damages that may be incurred as a result of disregarding this notice. (See California 
Vehicle Code Section 26708(a); Minnesota Statutes 2005, Section 169.71.)
 Caution 
						

							
vi Quest Owner’s Manual

INTRODUCTION > CARING FOR THE 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 
To clean the unit’s outer casing (except for the screen), use 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. Use water, 
isopropyl alcohol, or eyeglass cleaner if needed. To use these 
cleaners, apply the liquid to the cloth and wipe the screen.
Storing Your Quest
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. 
Avoiding 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, the 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.
Recycling Your Quest
The California Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003 requires 
recycling. See www.erecycle.org for more information. 
						

							
Quest Owner’s Manual 1

UNIT OVERVIEW > INTRODUCING THE QUEST
UNIT OVERVIEW
Introducing the Quest
Power/Speaker connector
External antenna 
connector
Back View
USB connectorPower Key
Flip-up GPS antenna
(Position the antenna parallel to 
the surface of the road.)
Keypad256-Color high-resolution TFT display
Front View 
						

							
2 Quest Owner’s Manual

UNIT OVERVIEW > A TUTORIAL

A Tutorial
This tutorial guides you through the steps for finding a restaurant in 
your area and then creating a route to it. 
If you have a Quest (not a Quest 2), you need to first load detailed 
maps onto your Quest. Refer to the setup guide in the DVD-ROM 
case. The Quest 2 has map data loaded already; you do not need to 
load additional data on the Quest 2. 
Step 1: 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 4 if you need additional 
instructions. 
Turn on the Quest. Make certain the antenna is unobstructed as it 
looks for satellites. For example, it cannot establish a satellite fi x if 
your vehicle is parked in a garage. Position the antenna so that it 
is parallel to the surface of 
the road
 for optimal signal 
reception.
When your Quest has 
established a satellite fix, 
it displays a “Ready to 
Navigate” message.
Step 2: Press the FIND key. The Find Menu appears.
FIND key
Use the Rocker pad to 
highlight the Food & 
Drink icon. Then press 
the OK key.
Rocker pad
OK key
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.
Use the Rocker pad to 
highlight a restaurant. 
Then press the OK key.
Map page