Mapsource is a free garmin software which helps create, view and edit routes, waypoints and tracks on a computer and transfer them to any garmin navigation device. This manufacturer recertified garmin nuvi 660 is only available while stock lasts, so act fast. Unlike the c550, touching the moving map allows one to pan it. In essence, it is a trip planning software and is compatible with the garmin nuvi 660.
You can access all the nuvi 660s tools and enter information via the touch screen. When you are instructed to touch something, use your finger to touch an item on the. The garmin zumo 660 portable gps is the most advanced navigator for motorbikes that lets you explore different routes its designed specifically for bike riders. It is the most user friendly gps i have ever owned. Gpspassion forums nuvi 660 keeps losing touch calibration. A defective speaker in nuvi 760 can cause lack of sound in the device. If the touch screen is not responding properly, calibrate the touch screen. I have used this unit for traveling already known routes, and it is amazing how accurate it is.
Get specs on garmin nuvi 660 from roadshow by cnet. Touch screen not working my garmin nuvi 660 answered by a verified car electronics technician we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. The models of the garmin nuvi 600 series nuvi 660 and 670 provide very fast. The following, older nuvi models have been discontinued, though many are still available online and are fully supported by garmin. The garmin nuvi 660 along with its counterpart the garmin nuvi 360 integrate wireless technology with a microphone and speaker that lets you make handsfree mobile phone calls. This video explains how to place a gpx file on your garmin gps without special. Garmin nuvi 660t discontinued in car sat nav with 4. The following devices do not support map files with a size greater than 2 gb. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy. The first time you do this, you will see a message that the garmin communicator plugin windowsmac and the garmin usb driver software windows only have to be installed first. Find out garmin nuvi 660 gas mileage, horsepower, cargo space and more. The unit has been overhauled by garmin and is in complete working order. Manual conventions when you are instructed to touch something, use your finger to touch an item on the screen. The 660 has bluetooth capability, fm tuner capability, the 4.
In the annals of useful inventions, it ranks up there with the wheel, the bread slicer, and the washing machine. The aera 660 features a 5inch capacitive touchscreen display that is optimized for cockpits and various types of flying. The garmin zumo 660 portable gps navigator for motorcyclists. The nuvi 660 can only read files under 2gb in size and the current 2014.
When you are instructed to touch note garmin usa by phone at 9 3978200 or something, use your finger to touch an item see the zumo 660 installation instructions in the 800 8001020. Corrected problem with losing final destination points if a route is too long. This tool has been tested extensively with a garmin zumo 660 and a garmin. Before exporting your routes, try to limit the name to 15 characters or less for tcx files or 21 characters or less for gpx files.
Garmin nuvi 660 garmin gps, ram mounts, lowrance gps at. Garmins new nuvi gps sat nav device bills itself as a personal. Track draw feature lets you trace your planned route and view elevation changes, helping you estimate the difficulty of a hike or bike ride. A little later none of the tough screen command worked. Coupling the bluetooth technology with this is a great feature especially on the road, being able to locate a hotel, locate it, have the phone number handy, and able to dial it by the press of a button, wow. Garmin nuvi 660t includes full uk and european streetlevel navigation and integrated fm traffic receiver. Use easygps to back up and organize your gps data, print maps, or load new waypoints onto your gps for your next hike or geocaching adventure. To access transferred routes on a nuvi 465, 500, 700, 705, 800, 805, 1400, 1690, 5000 series or a zumo 220, 400, 500, 600, or 605 series. While viewing a route, click on the more button in the left panel.
This is a gps device that will become your constant companion on the road and will help to. Garmin zumo 660 touch screen problem adventure rider. The garmin nuvi 660 provides alerts about traffic, road construction and weatherrelated tie ups. Here one can delete all the waypoints or just a few selected ones. Rv 660lmt redefines spoken turnbyturn directions with garmin real directions, easytounderstand driving directions that guide like a friend, using recognizable landmarks, buildings and traffic lights. An elegant yet rugged design allows the aera 660 to withstand harsh environments, meeting stringent temperature tests and helicopter vibration standards. Navigation overview main pages price options maps downloads order. A garmin gps might be locked to prevent unauthorized users from accessing another persons personal information. New, usb cable, microusb connection, connects your garmin gps to any pc, unlimited data possibilities for your gps. You can turn off the auto recalculate when you miss a turn so it doesnt mess up you route. This download area offers free firmware upgrades for select garmin units. I have been using a garmin 660 on four different bikes for the last twothree years. Garmin nuvi 660 troubleshooting questions justanswer. The garmin nuvi 660 is the ultimate navigator, translator, entertainer and tour guide.
An out of date firmware, a dead battery, or a frozen screen can cause failure of the touch screen to respond in a nuvi 200. Before the nuvi can find your current location and navigate a route, you must do the. This page displays all turns in the route and the distance between turns. The garmin nuvi 660 keeps many of the same features that we loved in its predecessor and adds some new tricks as well. As a matter of fact, the hardware seems identical to the dezl 760lmt although the dezl does have a different mount. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a hard drive.
July 2009 edited november 1 in garmin auto forum garmin nuvi, garmin drive forum my touch screen started not working on the top left corner zoom out when driving. These upgrades are specific to the specific gps units and software versions listed. Garmin has complied with one of our 660 suggestions in the nuvi 760. Fixed a safety camera issue that could cause the unit to not respond properly. Compact gps receiver with very fast autorouting, voice guidance, color display. Here is our current chart to compare garmin nuvi models. Fixed an issue with mp3s resuming after a proximity alert. The good the garmin nuvi 660 offers an accurate gps receiver. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual onto a. This manual includes information for nuvi 610, nuvi 660, and nuvi 670 products. Simply dial numbers with the nuvis touch screen keypad to make a call on a compatible bluetooth phone. Speaking of screen calibration problems, i have tried to calibrate the screen of my 750 using the steps outlined in the nuvi 700 series owners manual. You will still need the sd card and 4gb is a good size for this task, but the sd card size doesnt overcome the 2gb filesize limit of the old nuvi 660. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them.
Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nuvi takes you there with 2d or 3d maps and turnbyturn voice directions. What are some common problems with using a garmin gps. The bluetooth feature works great and saves you from getting tickets for being on the phone. Use basecamp to plan your next hiking, biking, motorcycling, driving or offroading trip. I have listened to music and audio books and its nice that it pauses the sound to give the directions. This nuvi 660 is so lightweight, so portable and so fast.
Find great deals on garmin nuvi 660 gps accessories, including discounts on the garmin 0101090800 mounting bracket. The garmin nuvi 660t uses data to suggest alternate routes before you encounter problems. Being able to plan a route with an intuitive tool and then download it into my gps is. The garmin signature directto feature is always available so its. Fixed issue where custom poi was not displaying full detail when paired with a phone. If you are in the market for a gps and if you own an rv, you should be then the garmin nuvi 660 is a brilliant choice. We understand garmin support will supply a copy of city navigator nt v8, if one asks for it. Fixed an issue where traffic would not draw correctly on the map. The system also doesnt support multidestination route creation. After planning your route, export it to your garmin device in various file formats for navigation. This software should only be uploaded to the unit for which it is intended. Go to the route of your choice and click on the download button. You can view maps, plan routes, and mark waypoints and tracks from your computer and then transfer them to your device.
What is mapsource and can it be used by a garmin nuvi 660. Garmin support center is where you will find answers to frequently asked questions and resources to help with all of your garmin products. For example, when navigating, youll hear easy directions such as, turn right after the payless shoe source. The 760 comes with no cd manual, so you have to download it from garmins site here.
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