Garmin 255W showing a thin horizontal line when used at nights Hi folks, I'm really upset with it. I recently purchased a Garmin 255W device and everything worked fine when I used the device during the day, until I tried to use the device at night when the background become automatically darker. At this ocasion I noticed a very thin horizontal blue line starting from the left until the right of the screen. This line also exists when using during the day but it's more noticible at nights. This line does not affect navigation but I was expecting a better quality product. I really wondering to ask Amazon for a refund. What do you think guys ? Have you faced this same problem ? Thanks. Garmin 255W showing a thin horizontal line when used at nights Hi folks, I'm really upset with it. I recently purchased a Garmin 255W device and everything worked fine when I used the device... » Read More Garmin 255W showing a thin horizontal line when used at nights Hi folks, I'm really upset with it. I recently purchased a Garmin 255W device and everything worked fine when I used the device during the day, until I tried to use the device at night when the background become automatically darker. At this ocasion I noticed a very thin horizontal blue line starting from the left until the right of the screen. This line also exists when using during the day but it's more noticible at nights. This line does not affect navigation but I was expecting a better quality product. I really wondering to ask Amazon for a refund. What do you think guys ? Have you faced this same problem ? Thanks. « Show Less
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Is this line at the very top edge, very bottom edge, or in between? If it's somewhere in between, I haven't noticed this on any of the Garmin models I have used, and I'd exchange it.
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It's located at the very top edge. It's located about 1/2" of the top of the screen.
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For me, 1/2" from the top isn't normal. If it's bothersome to you, exchange it.
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I have not had this problem- It may be a defect. I would exchange for a new one and see if you encounter the same problem!
1020522
Garmin, here in Canada, has admitted the Nuvi 660 has a chronic antenna problem. My only solution is to have it replaced with a refurb unit at Garmin's Canadian tech contractor for $305.00That's a lot to spend on a $600 piece of technology only 14 months old.Shame on Garmin....and shame on me for making the purchase....
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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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Just bought a new 855 and installed the software updates (to version 4.70) before using it. Then, about 1.5 hours into its first trip, the unit froze. I just sent a help request to Garmin, and am anxious to see what they say.
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SO I got one of these for my wife...its a simple device and works as expected..the issue is it it TOO BRIGHT at night. We have the dimmer set to mode 3 with -15 level and ON. and it is still WAYYYY too bright at night. Other than powering it off or covering the touchscreen with non-adhesive window tint any suggestions?
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The same thing happened to me. I actually called Garmin about this and was told by one of their "technical" people that the receivers can actually wear out and will no longer function. Since the cord also serves as the "power cord" for the unit itself, the GPS will continue to work just fine. You can do a couple of things to remedy the problem: 1) buy a whole new GPS, which Garmin would LOVE you to do, or 2) you can buy a replacement cord/receiver from Garmin ($59.99) or any of a number of vendors on Amazon. I purchased a used one from a vendor and it is working just fine! Hope this helps ... The same thing happened to me. I actually called Garmin about this and was told by one of their "technical" people that the receivers can actually wear out and will no longer function. Since the cord also serves as the "power cord" for the unit itself, the GPS will continue to work just fine. You can do a couple of things to remedy the problem: 1) buy a whole new GPS, which Garmin would LOVE you to do, or 2) you can buy a replacement cord/receiver from Garmin ($59.99) or any of a number of vendors on Amazon. I purchased a used one from a vendor and it is working just... » Read More The same thing happened to me. I actually called Garmin about this and was told by one of their "technical" people that the receivers can actually wear out and will no longer function. Since the cord also serves as the "power cord" for the unit itself, the GPS will continue to work just fine. You can do a couple of things to remedy the problem: 1) buy a whole new GPS, which Garmin would LOVE you to do, or 2) you can buy a replacement cord/receiver from Garmin ($59.99) or any of a number of vendors on Amazon. I purchased a used one from a vendor and it is working just fine! Hope this helps ... « Show Less
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Indeed pedestrian mode in Garmin (255w) never works well, but I never had a problem with my 255w while driving in Italy. I have been trying to find out if the newer models are any better than an older one I have - 255w - and which still serves me well, including in Europe. My main issues with 255w are:1). it takes up to 15 min to locate a satellite 2). if a planned road is closed (due to an unexpected repair, etc) it is impossible to make 255w make another route.I wonder if this new model would have improvement over these issues. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks! Indeed pedestrian mode in Garmin (255w) never works well, but I never had a problem with my 255w while driving in Italy. I have been trying to find out if the newer models are any better than an older one I have - 255w - and which still serves me well, including in Europe. My main issues with 255w are:1). it takes up to 15 min to locate a satellite 2). if a planned road is closed (due to an unexpected repair, etc) it is impossible to make 255w make another route.I wonder if this new model would have improvement over these issues. Any advice would be... » Read More Indeed pedestrian mode in Garmin (255w) never works well, but I never had a problem with my 255w while driving in Italy. I have been trying to find out if the newer models are any better than an older one I have - 255w - and which still serves me well, including in Europe. My main issues with 255w are:1). it takes up to 15 min to locate a satellite 2). if a planned road is closed (due to an unexpected repair, etc) it is impossible to make 255w make another route.I wonder if this new model would have improvement over these issues. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks! « Show Less
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We received one for Christmas and the sun and metronome did not work. The first time I called the company they did not have an explanation. We returned and got another, but again the sun and metronome did not work. This time the company said that they changed it so the sun and note no longer work (as of Dec. 30, 2013). So disappointing :(
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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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same problem same age and similar decision... try turning off for 24 hrs and than reloading using the usb cable and the garmin website otherwise chukkit and replace!
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I had the RM7720 and returned it 2 days later. The touch screen did not work properly even after calibration, and I was not happy with it. The Garmin RV is great. It works perfect, and I like the smart phone link for weather.
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No I am not having those type of issues, but I have had some need of support, and in contacting Garmin support they have resolved my problems, including reinstalling updated firmware and software. So I advise you to go directly to them for help on these issues.
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Hi again nuvi consumer after my first posting I assumed to leave it on til the battery drained,it worked that day until I retired that evening,turning off,checking mpg data,happy til needy day.it wouldn't aquire satalite,still haven't.i've press/held(top,left,button)10,20 seconds and longer. The garmin pops up,nothing then plug into car,it say acquiring sat but no bars.it just shows my last stop, on 6/22/12. I'm already madly frustrated. Please I hope a garmin rep/executive with any idea for help with this situation.praying I didn't waste my 65$. Do anyone know if garmin will help/exchange/or inform me I should trash it . Thanks for listening to me vent. Nuvi consumer out Hi again nuvi consumer after my first posting I assumed to leave it on til the battery drained,it worked that day until I retired that evening,turning off,checking mpg data,happy til needy day.it wouldn't aquire satalite,still haven't.i've press/held(top,left,button)10,20 seconds and longer. The garmin pops up,nothing then plug into car,it say acquiring sat but no bars.it just shows my last stop, on 6/22/12. I'm already madly frustrated. Please I hope a garmin rep/executive with any idea for help with this situation.praying I didn't waste my 65$. Do anyone know if garmin will... » Read More Hi again nuvi consumer after my first posting I assumed to leave it on til the battery drained,it worked that day until I retired that evening,turning off,checking mpg data,happy til needy day.it wouldn't aquire satalite,still haven't.i've press/held(top,left,button)10,20 seconds and longer. The garmin pops up,nothing then plug into car,it say acquiring sat but no bars.it just shows my last stop, on 6/22/12. I'm already madly frustrated. Please I hope a garmin rep/executive with any idea for help with this situation.praying I didn't waste my 65$. Do anyone know if garmin will help/exchange/or inform me I should trash it . Thanks for listening to me vent. Nuvi consumer out « Show Less
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I'm having the same problem with my Garmin 260W. I got mine from a seller on eBay and believe she knew she had a faulty device and just sold it that way. Any suggestions other than purchasing a new one, let me know. Thanks!
1621999
I have the same Garmin Nuvi1300 and it worked 3 times now it says cant calculate route when ever I try to navigate anywhere. I am shocked that this is a product of Garmin!
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I agree it is very dark or dim when I have it plugged in. If I unplug it the screen is very bright. Will contact garmin to see why. Also volume is very low
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You know what? That's the one thing I don't understand about the unit. I'll be driving along and all of a sudden the screen will change from normal to traffic, and it's mostly in gray and blue. I have been meaning to call Garmin about this, but just haven't gotten to do it. It's really weird. Sorry I couldn't help more.