GPS off, what does it retain? Then half way on the trip, I stop for gas, turn off the ignition (and therefore the power to the GPS), then when I restart the car, does the GPS unit still have the rest of my trip in it?
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It does remember your destination. I found that if you end up turning the unit off because you made a stop, if you go to "view map" once the unit fires back on, the trip is still there.
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Thanks for telling me that. I haven't used the GPS much after that time. I think I need to read the manual when I have time. :)
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Is operates simply ... If wired directly to your bike, you should connect it in the proper fashion using a relay so that the connection to the GPS turns on and off with the bike. The GPS senses the current (of lack thereof) and behaves accordingly. When it detects current, it turns on. When the current goes away, it asks you if you want it to remain on (using its internal battery). If you say yes, it will stay on. If you select NO or just ignore it, it will turn itself off. If you just wire it directly to your battery (unswitched), it wont know when the bike is on of off and wont power on or off as a result. And it would drain your battery .. Is operates simply ... If wired directly to your bike, you should connect it in the proper fashion using a relay so that the connection to the GPS turns on and off with the bike. The GPS senses the current (of lack thereof) and behaves accordingly. When it detects current, it turns on. When the current goes away, it asks you if you want it to remain on (using its internal battery). If you say yes, it will stay on. If you select NO or just ignore it, it will turn itself off. If you just wire it directly to your battery (unswitched), it wont know when the bike is on of off and... » Read More Is operates simply ... If wired directly to your bike, you should connect it in the proper fashion using a relay so that the connection to the GPS turns on and off with the bike. The GPS senses the current (of lack thereof) and behaves accordingly. When it detects current, it turns on. When the current goes away, it asks you if you want it to remain on (using its internal battery). If you say yes, it will stay on. If you select NO or just ignore it, it will turn itself off. If you just wire it directly to your battery (unswitched), it wont know when the bike is on of off and wont power on or off as a result. And it would drain your battery .. « Show Less
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Well it stops when you stop and the mileage gauge has a reset feature but the clock keeps going all the time. I did have to replace the original battery soon after purchase but haven't had too since & its almost a year now.
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In most situations the stop engine light will go off after a short drive of a few miles. It takes a small amount of time for the engine computer to adjust to the new sensor. In my car I was worried at first because after installation the car seemed to fuel starve at idle and die. Again, the computer adjusted with persistent restarts and after a short drive all was great. Gas mileage even improved a little bit.
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I love my Garmin and after a round of golf, I leave it on charge but when it is fully charged, I unplug it but I don't see a problem if you want to keep it on charge until you play again. Hope that helps you.
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I did the update, went smooth. Do you know is there is a comprehensive list of what was fixed/updated?I have some issues driving on a divided highway (Dale Mabry in Tampa) when you go by all the turn lanes between median, the gps tells you to "stay right ahead", every half mile or so, very annoying and not needed. I am already on the road I should be on. Any word on the volume, I have sebring convertible, with the top up it is noisier than the average car, really can't even hear the gps.
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Mr Keh, I bricked my unit as well years ago with your update, and I assure you I followed the procedure to the letter and did not have any power glitch during the update. The update system and product is clearly faulty. But, two years ago, when I had the issue, I simply purchased a Garmin unit, and I have warned dozens of people away from Magellan products ever since.
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GeroCzan - The micro USB port can be used to charge the GPS but only when not in use. Were you able to use a car charger to charge the GPS while using it for navigation? I tried but the display changes to a picture showing the GPS connected to a computer. GPS becomes unusable if connected to micro USB. Would be great to know how you did it! I don't care as much for the traffic information if I can use a car charger with micro USB port.
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R. Agrawal - I don't know actually if it is a good idea to use that usb port (intended for Computer connection) to charge the unit but since the unit is charging also while connected to the computer so maybe it is ok =) Anyway, Yes I was able to use my GPS to navigate using the USB port (intended for Computer connection) to charge from the car power outlet. You can try to wait for atleast 30-60 sec for your GPS to recognize that the source is not a computer but rather a wall/car power outlet, your GPS should reboot and you can then use it to navigate. Maybe less than a minute of waiting
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No, I think you have to keep it plugged in. I always unplug it when I leave the car. Kind of annoying
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I set mine one time and never had to bother after that. When it worked it worked well. Sadly it has never worked for more than a few months for me. The GPS dies. I've ended up using it as a overpriced bike computer just using the ANT+ sensors.
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Garry - i'm not 100% positive (like 75%), but pretty sure that the OBDII comm shuts down shortly after most cars are turned off & I believe that this device (powered by OBDii) will also shut-off and thus not drain the battery.
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I have a 2year old Garmin Nuvi, It now locks up w? car carger which renders it useless on long trips. Does this 205 have current (2010) maps. Do you believe replacing with this model is better than repairing/ putting new battery in the old?
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Well, that's why this needs to go to GARMIN direct for any & all issues. Not enough information to give a proper answer. BUT here are a few; DID THE GARMIN JUST NOT WORK, BEFORE YOU REPLACED THE BATTERY? NOW; try this, If you hook it in a cars cigaret lighter it gives a power source while charging the GARMIN see if that works. Remember this, very important, you can't leave a GARMIN or even a cell phone type device out in a car if its to HOT or to COLD // WHY, because it will cook the battery or freeze it will damage it. If you have a voltage tester type, test the battery voltage & or circuit. Could be a bad switch to. GOOD LUCK. Take care.
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Yes you can turn off the GPS. In fact, I believe that is the default setting.
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Not sure if I totally understand your question, but I will try to answer what I think you are asking. When you are starting out on a new route, erase the route that is currently programmed. To do this, touch Menu, and then touch Stop (bottom right corner i believe). Now you are ready to set your new destination and the GPS will route you from where you currently are to the destination you select.