Garmin 255W, does not say street name? I just brought a Garmin 255W. Does anyone know why my Garmin 255W does not say street name when make turns. It just says turn left or right.Many thanks Garmin 255W, does not say street name? I just brought a Garmin 255W. Does anyone know why my Garmin 255W does not say street name when make turns. It just says turn left or right. » Read More Garmin 255W, does not say street name? I just brought a Garmin 255W. Does anyone know why my Garmin 255W does not say street name when make turns. It just says turn left or right.Many thanks « Show Less
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I just bought 255w at Amazon but it shipped by another vendor and I just found out It did not have a new map version.How do I update the map(package did not have USB cable and where can I find the Usb cable) I thought If I buy it from Amazon web site all GPS should go with new map.I'm confuse.I need some experts to help me out. Thanks,
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You should make sure that the voice that you have selected has the letters (TTS) after it. If not, then no street names will be pronounced.Tools>Settings>Language>Voice
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Do you have a digital camera? Do you have an MP3 player? Or maybe your cell phone. If you have any of those items, then look at the cable that came with it for hooking that device up to your computer. It is very likely that it is the same type of cable that you will use to hook up your Garmin to your computer. I have all of those devices and they all came with a cable that will work with my Nuvi 255W. Or if you do not have the correct cable, then you may need to buy one from Best Buy or Radio Shack. Once you have the correct cable, plug your Garmin into your computer and go to this website for map updates:https://my.garmin.com/maps/updates.htm Do you have a digital camera? Do you have an MP3 player? Or maybe your cell phone. If you have any of those items, then look at the cable that came with it for hooking that device up to your computer. It is very likely that it is the same type of cable that you will use to hook up your Garmin to your computer. I have all of those devices and they all came with a cable that will work with my Nuvi 255W. Or if you do not have the correct cable, then you may need to buy one from Best Buy or Radio Shack. Once you have the correct cable, plug your Garmin into your computer and go to this website... » Read More Do you have a digital camera? Do you have an MP3 player? Or maybe your cell phone. If you have any of those items, then look at the cable that came with it for hooking that device up to your computer. It is very likely that it is the same type of cable that you will use to hook up your Garmin to your computer. I have all of those devices and they all came with a cable that will work with my Nuvi 255W. Or if you do not have the correct cable, then you may need to buy one from Best Buy or Radio Shack. Once you have the correct cable, plug your Garmin into your computer and go to this website for map updates:https://my.garmin.com/maps/updates.htm « Show Less
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Check out the FAQ on the Garmin Nuvi discussion forum here on Amazon. It will give you that answer and a few other tips.
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i have been using a Garmin Nuvi255W for about a year and have been very happy but now it no longer says the street names and it no longer recognizes any cities I put in. how do I fix these two problems?
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Thank you for replied my message. I just recieved and it had a new map version. Thank you again,
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Be sure to do it soon because Garmin will update the maps only for 60 days after the first time the unit is turned on.
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somebody said to check out the disussion forum"here on the FAQh" ow do I find that place/ link?
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It doesn't announce street names, there are several voice choices but with each option it states directions only, no street names
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in most cases it all depends on the voice settings of the GPS. Only certains voices will say the street names. Check the voice settings
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This really isn't a reply to your post but a question. I have been looking into getting a Garmin Nuvi 350. Does anyone know what the differences are with that one and the C550? I know there is a big difference in price and wondered if the Nuvi would be a good choice for basic GPS. I really want the voice with street names.
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Gps is annoying, but u cant stob it from repeating. Thats a software issue, I guess its so you wont miss your turn. If your talking or lisining to the radio. Does that for a reason. I hope I helped. Its a great GPS.
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I have used one, and it does NOT announce streets by name. The description is quite wrong.
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I just bought the Garmin 255 and found out it has no maps downloaded.I thought it would be ready to go out of the box.It was a re-furbished unit,but I was under the impression it had everything ready for business.Was I wrong in my assumption?silverado_03
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I live here in Miami and so far it's only been turn by turn, no street names. Also, while the GPS talks, your music mutes but keeps playing through. It's kinda annoying.
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I read that if you have this problem with no street names spoken, the fix is to do a factory reset on your unit and that will correct this problem. Worth a try!
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The Bluetooth only works with phone calls. It does not allow music streaming from the Bluetooth enabled devices. The navigation provides basic turn by turn directions. It does not speak the street names. I hope the Information is helpful to you.
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I had a 260W and I can tell you the Navigation was much more accurate then the 255W. My 260W was wiped out by Garmin Tech Support and they replaced it with a new 260W. There is only one problem my New 260W they sent me happens to be loaded with 255W software. According to other post I have read on the internet this is happening to others as well.It seems that Garmin has decided to install 2X5 Software on there remaining 260 Models. The mapping has been changed on the 255 series and it is NOT as ACCURATE as the 260 series. The new features are nice additions but I wanted a GPS for NAVIGATION NOT FOR A NEW PLAY TOY. Garmin has had several unhappy customers recently and I would advise looking into other choices as of this point.Maybe someday Garmin will decide to get some knowledgable technical People and start making a good product again. Read the reviews on POI Factory.com website to get accurate product reviews with people who have these units and can tell you about the issues thay are having. Thanks
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The unit utilizes NavTeq for navigation. I have had units made by Garmin and Magellan; this one works just as well, if not better. Like all the others, the navigation will sometimes have you take unnecessary turns rather than instructing you to make a u-turn, depending on which direction your vehicle is pointing when navigation begins. This unit recognizes some connector streets that the others somehow don't recognize. I am satisfied with the navigation.
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I don't know for sure William, but I think it does. At least, a few days ago our Garmin (in a shared car) gave me directions as soon as I started the car (and I wasn't the one who'd entered that information).
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I think the C530 speaks the names of the street that you are supposed to turn on, "right on main street". The C330 just says "turn right or keep left".
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Thank you, John, for the suggestion. There apparently two different models: 325 and 325S. The 325S comes with the computer voice that reads the street names. I have not be able to download a computer voice to the 325 yet. If you have a suggestion I would welcome the help.
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The Garmin 800 does give similar directions to your car GPS...no voice commands but it does give an audible beep to warn you of upcoming turns. A friend who has used the Garmin on his bike for years gave me the tip to set the field in one of the windows "Time To Next" which gives you an idea of the next turn and also avoids turning on a street that may be near the actual turn. Also, remember to keep your eye on the road more than on the Garmin.
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I had two Garmins. I changed to TomTom get the free maps. I am so disappointed. It said I could get street names announced. but I have never been able to do that. It just states go right in 300 feet. There might be 5 right turns within that distance which I have to guess. It gives me a choice of about 5 people and none give street names although someone said I have to get Betty and the machine says "You have chosen a voice which does not give street names". Wish I could I have tried all of them. Next one will be a Garmin again. When new maps are needed, I can just get a new one for nearly the same price. I had two Garmins. I changed to TomTom get the free maps. I am so disappointed. It said I could get street names announced. but I have never been able to do that. It just states go right in 300 feet. There might be 5 right turns within that distance which I have to guess. It gives me a choice of about 5 people and none give street names although someone said I have to get Betty and the machine says "You have chosen a voice which does not give street names". Wish I could I have tried all of them. Next one will be a Garmin again. When new maps are needed, I can just get a new one... » Read More I had two Garmins. I changed to TomTom get the free maps. I am so disappointed. It said I could get street names announced. but I have never been able to do that. It just states go right in 300 feet. There might be 5 right turns within that distance which I have to guess. It gives me a choice of about 5 people and none give street names although someone said I have to get Betty and the machine says "You have chosen a voice which does not give street names". Wish I could I have tried all of them. Next one will be a Garmin again. When new maps are needed, I can just get a new one for nearly the same price. « Show Less