Garmin nuvi 1200 Instruction manual

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nOvi® 1200 series
quick start manual
for use with these nuvi models:
1200, 1210, 1240, 1250, 1260
February 2009
© 2009 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries
190-01041-01 Rev. B Printed in Taiwan

See the Important Safety and Product
Information guide in the product box for
product warnings and other important
infonnation.
Power button:
Press to turn the nOvi on and off.
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GPS satellite strength.
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Bluetooth® technology status.
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Touch to select a usage mode.
e Current time. Touch to change
time settings.
Mini-USB
Speaker
0 Battery status.
connector
0 Touch to find a destination.
0 Touch to view the map.
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connected to a compatible
card slot
mobile phone.
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Touch to adjust the volume.
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Touch to use the tools such as
Microphone
settings and Help.
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Looking at Your nuvi

Setting Up Your nuvi
Before mounting the niivi, see the Important Safety and Product Information guide for information
about laws pertaining to windshield mounting.
Cradle
Vehicle power
cable
Mounting your nuvi
1. Remove the clear plastic from the suction cup. Place the suction cup on the
windshield. Suction cup mount
2. Flip the lever back toward the windshield.
3. Snap the cradle onto the suction cup arm.
4. Plug the vehicle power cable into the back of
your nOvi.
5. Plug the other end of the vehicle power
cable into a power outlet in your vehicle.
Your unit should turn on automatically if it is plugged in and the vehicle is
running. Follow the on-screen instructions.
6. Fit the bottom of your nOvi into the cradle.
7. Tilt your nOvi back until it snaps into place.
8. If you are using a traffic receiver in Europe,
connect the external antenna to the traffic
receiver and secure it to the windshield using
the suction cups. (Traffic receivers are included
in some nOvi packages.)
WARNING: This product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the
vehicle when exiting or store it out of direct sunlight.
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Acquiring Satellites
1. Go outdoors to an open area,
away from tall buildings and trees.
2. Turn on your nOvi.
Acquiring satellite signals can take a
few minutes. The mJI bars indicate
satellite strength. When at least one
of the bars is green, your niivi has
acquired satellite signals.
Using the Power Button
Press and quickly release the Power
button to view additional options:
• Touch and to adjust the
screen brightness.
• Touch Lock Screen to prevent
accidental screen touches.
• Touch Turn Off to tum off your
niivi. You can also tum off the
niivi by holding the Power button
for 8 seconds.
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Resetting Your nuvi
If your niivi stops functioning, reset
your niivi by pressing and holding the
Power button for 10 seconds.
Finding Points of Interest
1. Touch Where To? > Points of
Interest.
2. Select a category and a
subcategory.
3. Select a destination, and touch
Go!.
4. If necessary, touch Start to
navigate the route.
To enter letters contained in the
name, touch Where To? > Points of
Interest> SpeU N arne.
To search for a location in a different
area, touch Where To? > Near.
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Adding a Stop
1. While navigating a route, touch
> Where To?
2. Search for the extra stop.
3. Touch Go!.
4. Touch Add as Via Point to
add this stop before your final
destination.
Following Your Route
Your route is marked with a magenta
line. As you travel, your ntivi guides
you to your destination with voice
prompts, arrows on the map, and
directions at the top of the map. If you
depart from the original route, your
ntivi recalculates the route.
Touch and drag the map to view a
different area of the map.
A speed limit icon could appear as
you travel on major roadways.
o Touch to view the Next Tum
page.
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Touch to view the Tum List
page.
Touch to view the Where Am 17
page.
Touch «? and = to zoom in
and out.
Touch to return to the Main
menu.
Touch to view the Trip
Computer.
Touch to change data field.
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Taking a Detour
1. While navigating a route, touch ~.
2. Touch or
Using FM TMC Traffic
• NOTE: Garmin is not responsible
for the accuracy of the traffic
information.
The FM Traffic Message Channel
(TMC) traffic receiver is included in
some ntivi packages.
The traffic receiver and the ntivi must
be in data range of an FM station
transmitting TMC data to receive
traffic information. You do not need
to activate the subscription included
with your FM traffic receiver. The
subscription activates automatically
after your ntivi acquires satellite
signals while receiving traffic signals
from the pay service provider. Go to
www.garmin.comltraffic or www
.garmin.com for more information.
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Ifa severe traffic delay occurs on
your route while you are navigating,
the ntivi automatically recalculates
the route. The traffic icon - changes
color to indicate the severity of traffic
conditions on your route or on the
road you are currently traveling.
• NOTE: Heated (metallized)
windows could degrade the
performance of the traffic receiver.
Viewing Advertisements
(North America Only)
If your ntivi package includes a traffic
receiver, you could receive location-
relevant advertisements and coupons.
Touch the advertisement on the screen
to view more information.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to
write down the coupon codes while
driving.
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Using Hands-Free
Features
Bluetooth wireless technology is
available on some nlivi models.
To use the hands-free features, you
must pair your phone and your niivi.
To pair and connect, your device and
the nlivi must be turned on and near
each other.
Pairing Your Phone
1. Enable the Bluetooth component
on your phone.
2. On your nOvi, touch Tools>
Settings>
Bluetooth.
3. Touch the button below Bluetooth,
and touch Enabled> OK.
4. Touch Add Device> OK.
5. Select your phone, and touch OK.
6. Enter the Bluetooth PIN (1234) for
your nOvi in your phone.
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Calling aNumber
1. Select Phone> Dial.
2. Enter the number, and touch Dial.
3. To end a call, touch &> End
Call.
Receiving aCall
When you receive a call, the
Incoming Call window opens.
• Touch Answer to answer the call.
• Touch Ignore to ignore the call
and stop your phone from ringing.
Charging Your nuvi
• Connect the vehicle power cable.
• Connect the USB cable (included
in some packages).
• Connect an AC adapter (optional
accessory).
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Securing Your nuvi
1. Ensure that you are at your
security location and that your nOvi
is receiving satellite signals.
2. Touch Tools> Settings>
Security.
3. Touch the button below Garmin
Lock.
4. Enter a four-digit PIN.
5. Touch Set.
• NOTE: If you forget your PIN and
your security location, you must
send your ntivi to Garmin to get
it unlocked. You must also send a
valid product registration or proof
of purchase.
nuMaps Guarantee ™
To receive one free map update
(if available), register your niivi at
http://my.gannin.com within 60 days
of acquiring satellites and driving
with your niivi. You are not eligible
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for the free map update if you register
by phone or wait longer than 60 days
after the first time you drive with your
niivi.
More Information
For more infonnation about your
niivi, select Tools> Help. Download
the latest version of the owner's
manual from www.gannin.com. For
infonnation on accessories, go to
http://buy.gannin.com or contact your
Gannin dealer.
Garmin®, the Garmin logo, and n(jvi~ are
trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries,
registered in the USA and other countries. Garmin
Lock'" and niiMaps Guarantee'" are trademarks of
Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. These trademarks
may not be used without the express permission of
Garmin. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
owned by the Bluetooth SIG, lnc., and any use of
such name by Garmin is under license. microSD'"
is a trademark of SanDisk or its subsidiaries.
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With Garmin's 60-day nOMaps Guarantee you may be
eligible for a free map upgrade. Within 60 days of first
use, register your device online. If newer maps are available,
you'll get a free upgrade! Full details and terms available
at www.garmin.comlnumaps.
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Visit Garmin's website to download the latest software,
services and other must-have entertainment tools for nuvi.
Here you can learn about new accessories and download
customized vehicle icons. While you're there, don't forget
to register your nuvi and receive 10% off accessory items.
Drivers aren't the only ones who need directions. Get
pedestrian-friendly mapping for nOvi with cityXplorer map
downloads. These special maps make it easier for you
to navigate select tourist destinations in North America
and Europe by foot, taxi, bus, subway and more. Find
out more about cityXplorer maps at www.garmin.com.
190-00895-08 Rev. B
Worrying about getting lost on your vacation to Europe?
Not sure how to find your meeting in Australia? With
optional Garmin maps, nOvi will guide you around the
world. Plug-and-play microSD'· cards loaded with detailed
maps make it easy to add street mapping of your destination.
Just plug in the microSD card for the region you want,
and you're ready to roll.
• City Navigator4 Europe NT
• City Navigator Mexico NT
• City Navigator Australia NT
• More available at www.garmin.com
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Printed in Taiwan.

Suction cup mount
PIN: 010-11305-00
AC adapter cable
PIN: 010-10723-00
Perfect for travelers, this AC adapter cable set includes
adapters for the United States, United Kingdom and Europe.
This kit gives you the ability to charge nuvi when you are
away from home.
USB cable
PIN: 010-10723-01
With a USB cable you can pair nuvi with your PC to further
customize your electronic travel partner. Download new
vehicle icons from www.garmingarage.com or put your
favorite JPEG pictures on nuvi for friends to view.
This accessory comes standard with nuvi, but you can always buy a
replacement or second vehicle mount. Attach nuvi to the windshield
of your car and start enjoying navigation at your fingertips.
The non-skid bottom and pliable base keep
this mount (and nuvi) on your dashboard
while you drive.
Portable mounts
PIN: 010-11280-00
PIN' 010- 10908-00
Secure nuvi in your car with this
portable bean bag mount. No
installation required.
Carrying case
PIN: 010-11302-01 - 3.5" and 4.3" screen
Travel in style while protecting nuvi with this sleek case.
After all, protecting your favorite navigator from damage
and scratches should be a priority. Offered in standard or
widescreen sizes.
Look beyond the basics
Looking for upgraded performance, convenience and
personal customization for nuvi'? Look no further.
You can order Garmin accessories from our online store
at www.garmin.com (U.S. residents) or visit your favorite
Garmin authorized dealer to find what you need to take
nuvi to the next level. Garmin offers a wide variety
of accessories and options. To see which are compatible
with your nuvi please visit our website, www.garmin.com.

Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace
the unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase
price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE
YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY
BREACH OF WARRANTY.
To obtain warranty service, contact your local Garmin
authorized dealer or call Garmin Product Support for
shipping instructions and an RMA tracking number.
Securely pack the unit and a copy of the original sales
receipt, which is required as the proof of purchase for
warranty repairs. Write the tracking number clearly on
the outside of the package. Send the unit, freight charges
prepaid, to any Garmin warranty service station.
Online Auction Purchases: Products sold through online
auctions are not eligible for rebates or other special
offers from Garmin. Online auction confirmations are not
accepted for warranty verification. To obtain warranty
service, an original or copy of the sales receipt from
the original retailer is required. Garrnin will not replace
missing components from any package purchased through
an online auction.
International Purchases: A separate warranty is provided
by international distributors for units purchased outside
the United States. This warranty is provided by the local
in-country distributor and this distributor provides local
service tor your unit. Distributor warranties are only valid
in the area of intended distribution. Units purchased in the
United States or Canada must be returned to the Garmin
service center in the United Kingdom, the United States,
Canada, or Taiwan for service.
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visual sightings, and maps. For safety, always resolve
any discrepancies or questions before continuing
navigation and defer to posted road signs.
• Always operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Do not
become distracted by the unit while driving, and
always be fully aware of all driving conditions.
Minimize the amount of time spent viewing the unit's
screen while driving and use voice prompts when
possible. Do not input 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.
• The unit is designed to provide route suggestions.
It is not designed to replace the need for driver
attentiveness regarding road closures or road
conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions, or
other factors that may affect safety while driving.
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Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous
situations
could result in an accident or collision
resulting in death or serious injury.
• When installing the unit in a vehicle, place the unit
securely so it does not obstruct the driver's view of
the road or interfere with vehicle operating controls,
such as the steering wheel, foot pedals, or transmission
levers. Do not place in front of or above any airbag.
(See diagram.)
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field of vision' the vehicle
is blocked. dashboard.
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airbag field of deployment.
• When navigating, carefully compare information
displayed on the unit to all available navigation
sources, including information from street signs,
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 provided in accordance with California's Proposition 65. See
www.garmin.comlprop65 for more information.
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Important Safety and Product Information
•Warnings
Printed in Taiwan
Part Number 190-00720-01 Rev. G
Limited Warranty
This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects
in materials or workmanship for one year from the date
of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will, at its sole
option, repair or replace any components that fail in
normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no
charge to the customer for parts or Jabor, provided that the
customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost.
This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse,
accident, or unauthorized alteration or repairs.
This product is intended to be used only as a travel aid
and must not be used for any purpose requiring precise
measurement of direction, distance, location or topography.
Garmin makes no warranty as to the accuracy or
completeness of map data in this product.
THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED
HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR
STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARlSING
UNDER ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICU LAR PURPOSE,
STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RlGHTS, WHICH MAY
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER
RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE, OR
INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM
DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO
NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
© 2006-2009 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries
March 2009

Battery Warnings
If these guidelines are not followed, the internal lithium-
ion battery may experience a shortened life span or may
present a risk of damage to the GPS unit, fire, chemical
bum, electrolyte leak, and/or injury.
• Do not leave the unit exposed to a heat source or in
a high temperature location, such as in the sun in an
unattended vehicle. To prevent damage, remove the
unit from the vehicle or store it out of direct sunlight,
such as in the glove box.
• Do not puncture or incinerate.
• When storing the unit for an extended time, store
within the following temperature range: 32° to 77°F
(0° to 25°C).
• Do not operate the unit outside of the following
temperature range: -40 to 131°F (-20° to 55°C).
• Contact your local waste disposal department to
properly recycle/dispose of the unit/battery.
Additional User-replaceable Battery Warnings:
• Do not use a sharp object to remove the battery.
• Keep the battery away from children.
• Do not disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery.
• If using an external battery charger, only use the
Garmin accessory approved for your product.
• Only replace the battery with the correct replacement
battery. Using another battery presents a risk of fire or
explosion. To purchase a replacement battery, see your
Garmin dealer or the Garrnin Web site.
Additional Non-user-replaceable Battery Warnings:
• Do not remove or attempt to remove the non-user-
replaceable battery.
• When disposing of the unit, take it to a professional
service, such as a waste electronics treatment facility, to
have the battery removed and recycled.
Important Information
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 identitY in product literature and
copyright messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all
data sources contain some inaccurate or incomplete data. In
some countries, complete and accurate map information is
either not available or is prohibitively expensive.
The California Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003
requires the recycling of certain electronics. For more
information on the applicability to this product, see
www.erecycle.org.
NOTICE REGARDING WINDSHIELD MOUNTING
LEGAL RESTRICTIONS: Before using the suction cup
mount on your windshield, check the state and local laws
and ordinances where you drive. Some state laws prohibit
drivers from using suction mounts on their windshields
while operating motor vehicles. Other state laws allow
the suction mount to be located only in specific locations
on the windshield. Many other states have enacted
restrictions against placing "non-transparent material"
on the windshield or placing objects on the windshield
in locations that obstruct the driver's vision. IT IS THE
USER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO USE THE GARMIN
DEVICE AND MOUNTING OPTIONS IN SUCH A
MANNER THAT THE USER IS IN COMPLIANCE
WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND
ORDINANCES. Where required, other Garmin dashboard
or friction mount options should be used to comply with
state and local laws and ordinances. Always mount your
Garmin device in a location that does not obstruct the
driver's view of the road. Garmin does not assume any
responsibility for any fines, penalties, or damages that may
be incurred as a result of disregarding this notice or as a
result of any state or local law or ordinance relating to the
use of your Garmin device.
European FM Transmitter Notice
Use of FM transmitters is currently illegal in certain
European countries due to specific radio frequency
restrictions. You must check the local regulations in
all European countries in which you intend to use the
FM transmitter to ensure its legality. You accept full
responsibility for complying with all such laws and
regulations applicable in your particular country of
operation.
For a list of countries that currently prohibit the use of
FM transmitters and countries that currently require you
to obtain a license prior to using the FM transmitter, see
www.garmin.com/fm-notice.
Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Garmin declares that this product is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. To view the full
Declaration of Conformity, see the Garmin Web site for
your Garmin product: www.garmin.com.
CE Mark
If the CE Alert mark is present on your device, this device
uses frequency bands that are not harmonised throughout
the EU, and/or the intended use of the device is subject to
restrictions made by one or more Member States.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (I)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and may cause harmful
interference to radio communications if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a
different circuit from the GPS unit.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radiolTV
technician for help.
This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts.
Repairs should only be made by an authorized Garmin
service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could
result in permanent damage to the equipment, and void
your warranty and your authority to operate this device
under Part IS regulations.
Industry Canada Compliance
Category I radiocommunication devices comply with
Industry Canada Standard RSS-21 O. Category II
radiocommunication devices comply with Industry Canada
Standard RSS-31 O.