How to troubleshoot Garmin nuvi 1100, 1200, 1300 or 1400 Series GPS
Garmin Nuvi GPS Troubleshooting,
Reset, Locked, No signal, Computer doesn’t detect, To delete the
personal data quickly, map update with data card, Firmware update
How
to troubleshoot a Garmin Nuvi 1300 which is locked
A
master reset needs to be performed to unlock the device. Here are the steps for
a Master Reset which will clear any software hang-ups:
Turn
the unit off and unplug it from the power source.
Touch
the lower right hand corner of the screen and keep it touched.
Still
in contact with the screen turn the unit ON.
Once
the device powers on release the power button.
A
message appears asking if all the user data can be erased.
Release
contact with the touch screen and touch YES.
This
should automatically reset the device. Now follow what the on screen prompts indicate
and allow it to acquire satellites by placing it where it has unhindered
exposure to the sky.
How
to update the firmware on a Garmin Nuvi 1300
A
free application called Garmin WebUpdater will need to be downloaded and
installed on a computer.
This application is a guide which takes the user
through the software update process for a Garmin device. It can be run whenever
one needs to check for software updates and install them.
Once the application
has been installed on the computer the Garmin device can be plugged in with a
USB cable and the software updated. Once the updates are completed the system
will intimate what was downloaded and whether it was successful.
Garmin Nuvi 1300 retrieval of lose map
A
factory reset and WebUpdater have failed to restore it.
The
only way this could have happened is because some part would have failed on
this Garmin Nuvi 1300 resulting in an electronics issue.
If the device is under
warranty a free replacement can be asked for.
However, if it is out of warranty
the only solution is to have it repaired at a reliable facility. There is no
way the map can be retrieved and it will need to be freshly
re-installed/downloaded.
How to reset Gramin Nuvi1300
A soft reset
can fix a Garmin Nuvi 1300 that is freezing up or not working correctly.
The reset unfreezes the unit and launches the main menu. If a soft
reset does not solve the problem, or if you are selling the unit and
wish to erase all of your saved information, perform a master reset
instead.
A master reset restores the original factory settings to the unit. Once the information is deleted, it cannot be restored.
Master
Reset
* Turn
the Garmin Nuvi 1300 off.
* Press
your finger against the bottom-right corner of the Garmin display screen. Leave
your finger in place as you power the unit on.
* Release
your finger when the display screen asks, "Do you want to erase all user
data?" to * Tap "Yes." The unit will begin to
reboot. Do not use the unit until the main menu is displayed. The reset process
should take about 45 seconds.
Soft
Reset
Turn
on the Garmin Nuvi 1300.
Press
and hold down the "Power" button.
Release
the button when the main menu is displayed. The unit is now ready to be used.
How
to repair a Garmin Nuvi 1300 which will not accept the name of a city
The
touch screen might need to be re-calibrated.
Turn
the device off and disconnect it from the power source.
Touch
the top left corner of the screen and keep it held.
Still
in contact with the screen, turn on the device till the Garmin logo comes up.
With
the screen still touched wait for a dot to appear which could take as long as
60 seconds.
Once
the dot/dots come up release the screen and touch the precise center of each
dot. The fine tip of an eraser or stylus might be more accurate.
If
that is done accurately a message should confirm that the screen has
been re-calibrated successfully. Now touch the OK button to complete the
process.
Test
the device to check if the screen now accepts a new city.
Even
after performing a soft and hard reset, why does a Nuvi hace a blank
screen
If
the device is being charged through a car charger try charging it through a
computer. If this does not help then the battery might have failed.
The battery
can be expected to fail any time after two years. Replace the battery which
should resolve the problem. If it doesn’t then the device itself could be
faulty.
How to load a pre-programmed data card with map updates into a Garmin Nuvi 1300 GPS
Put the card
into the device which should immediately read it. If it is an update it
should show the same area with improved accuracy and terrain shading.
How to troubleshoot a Garmin Nuvi 1300 GPS which takes very long time to start
The device probably needs a software update if one hasn’t been performed recently.
An update will help a unit find a satellite much faster. If a first time update is being done it will take a bit of time.
Also and update could erase much saved data.
To update the device it will need to be connected to a computer loaded with an application called Garmin WebUpdater.
However, problems may arise most of which can be self-repaired.
How
to Troubleshoot a Garmin nuvi 1100, 1200, 1300 or 1400 Series GPS
Garmin
Nuvi Doesn't Get a Signal
Your
Garmin nuvi GPS can fail to pick up a satellite signal if you're currently
inside of a metal building, a building with very thick walls or heavy
insulation, or if you're surrounded by a lot of very tall buildings or trees.
If your Garmin nuvi GPS loses a satellite signal, park your vehicle in an area
away from these obstacles and wait for your device to pick up a signal, which
may take a few minutes. If you still haven't picked up a satellite signal on
your device after a few minutes, restart your Garmin nuvi GPS while still
stationary to see if that helps.
Nuvi Doesn't Charge in Car
The fuse in the power adapter that plugs in to a vehicle's cigarette lighter may need to be replaced. You can replace the fuse.
Remove the fuse by removing the screw on the far end of the power adapter that plugs in to the cigarette lighter.
Carefully
tilt the part of the power adapter you removed the screw from into a
cupped hand. A small silver tip piece and a small fuse will fall out.
The fuse is a glass cylinder. The fuse number is located on the side of
the power adapter.
Insert a new replacement fuse in the power adapter and then slide the silver tip in behind it.
Replace the screw on the end of the power adapter.
Plug the device in and see if the Garmin nuvi GPS charges.
Make sure
your key is in a position in the ignition where the vehicle's battery is
turned on. If the battery isn't on, the Garmin nuvi GPS won't be able
to charge.
Make
sure the temperature inside of the car is between 32 and 113 degrees
Fahrenheit. The Garmin nuvi GPS can't charge in conditions that are too hot or
too cold. Also, make sure the sun is not shining directly on the device's
screen; this can also prevent your device from charging.
Garmin
Nuvi GPS Doesn't Respond to Touch
Restart
your device. If that doesn't work, try re-calibrating it. You can re-calibrate your
* Power
down your Garmin Nuvi GPS.
* Press
and hold your finger against the upper-left corner of your Garmin nuvi GPS
touchscreen. Press the "Power" button to turn on your device and
continue holding the Power button down as the device boots up until the Garmin
screen appears and then release the Power button.
* Continue
pressing the other finger against the upper-left corner of the Garmin nuvi GPS
touchscreen until a white dot appears in the center of your device's touch
screen that says "Press dot."
* Remove
your finger from the upper-left corner of the screen.
Press
as close to the center of the dot with the finger you use most to touch
commands on the touchscreen to calibrate the device. The device will continue
booting up and the touch screen should be responsive when you touch commands.
Phone Won't Connect to the GPS
Your Garmin
nuvi GPS may not have a Bluetooth option. Touch "Tools" on your Garmin
nuvi GPS home screen and then touch "Settings." If you have a Bluetooth
option, your device has Bluetooth. If you have a Bluetooth option, tap
it and then tap to enable Bluetooth. Also, make sure your phone is
within 35 feet of the Garmin nuvi GPS, as your phone won't work outside
of this range.
The GPS Doesn't Get a Signal
The Garmin
Nuvi GPS can fail to pick up a satellite signal inside of a metal
building, a building with very thick walls or heavy insulation, or if
surrounded by a lot of very tall buildings or trees. If Garmin Nuvi GPS
loses a satellite signal, park the vehicle in an area away from these
obstacles and wait for your device to pick up a signal, which may take a
few minutes.
If you still
haven't picked up a satellite signal on device after a few minutes,
restart your Garmin Nuvi GPS while still stationary to see if that
helps.
Nuvi
Doesn't Charge in the Car
The
fuse in the power adapter that plugs in to a vehicle's cigarette lighter may
need to be replaced.
Remove
the fuse by removing the screw on the far end of the power adapter that plugs
in to the cigarette lighter.
Carefully
tilt the part of the power adapter you removed the screw from into a cupped
hand. A small silver tip piece and a small fuse will fall out. The fuse is a
glass cylinder. The fuse number is located on the side of the power adapter.
Insert
a new replacement fuse in the power adapter and then slide the silver tip in
behind it.
Replace
the screw on the end of the power adapter.
Plug
the device in and see if the Garmin nuvi GPS charges.
Make
sure your key is in a position in the ignition where the vehicle's battery is
turned on. If the battery isn't on, the Garmin nuvi GPS won't be able to
charge.
Make
sure the temperature inside of the car is between 32 and 113 degrees
Fahrenheit. The Garmin nuvi GPS can't charge in conditions that are too hot or
too cold.
Also, make sure the sun is not shining directly on the device's
screen; this can also prevent your device from charging.
Computer
Doesn't Detect Garmin Nuvi
Power
down the Garmin Nuvi GPS and then connect it to your computer.
The
computer will automatically detect the Garmin Nuvi GPS and the device will boot
up in USB Mass Storage mode. You can check that your computer is in USB Mass
Storage mode by opening Windows Explorer. Your Garmin nuvi GPS will appear in
the Devices with Removable Storage section. If after doing this your computer
still doesn't recognize your Garmin nuvi GPS, Troubleshoot Windows USB
Problems. Garmin nuvi GPS Doesn't Respond to Touch
Restart
your device. If that doesn't work, try recalibrating it. You can recalibrate
your Garmin nuvi GPS by doing the following:
Power
down your Garmin nuvi GPS.
Press
and hold your finger against the upper-left corner of your Garmin nuvi GPS
touchscreen. Press the "Power" button to turn on your device and
continue holding the Power button down as the device boots up until the Garmin
screen appears and then release the Power button.
Continue
pressing your other finger against the upper-left corner of the Garmin nuvi GPS
touchscreen until a white dot appears in the center of your device's touch
screen that says "Press dot."
Remove
your finger from the upper-left corner of the screen.
Press
as close to the center of the dot with the finger you use most to touch
commands on the touchscreen to calibrate the device. The device will continue
booting up and the touchscreen should be responsive when you touch commands.
Phone
Won't Connect to Garmin nuvi GPS
Your
Garmin nuvi GPS may not have a Bluetooth option. Touch "Tools" on
your Garmin nuvi GPS home screen and then touch "Settings." If you
have a Bluetooth option, your device has Bluetooth. If you have a Bluetooth
option, tap it and then tap to enable Bluetooth. Also, make sure your phone is
within 35 feet of the Garmin nuvi GPS, as your phone won't work outside of this
range.
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