Garmin Nuvi 52lm 5 Manual

Customzing the Device  17 
5 Open the Garmin or memory card drive or 
volume.
6 Select Edit > Paste. 
The file appears in the list of files in the 
device memory or on the memory card.
Disconnecting the USB Cable
1 
Complete an action:
• For Windows computers, click the eject 
icon 
 in your system tray.
•  For Mac computers, drag the volume 
icon to the  Trash 
 . 
2 Disconnect the cable from your computer.
Deleting Files 
Notice
If you do not know the purpose of a file, do not  
delete it. Your device...

18 Customzing the Device
• Keyboard Layout—sets the keyboard 
layout.
•  Safe Mode— disables all functions that 
require significant operator attention and 
could become a distraction while driving.
•  About—displays the nüvi  software version 
number, the unit ID number, and information 
about several other software features. You 
need this information when you update the 
system software or purchase additional map 
data.
Navigation Settings
Select Settings > Navigation. 
•  Route Preference—select a...

Customzing the Device  19 
• Current Time—manually set the time on 
your nüvi. Select  Automatic to have the 
device set the time based on your location. 
Language Settings
Select Settings > Language. 
•  Voice Language—sets the language for 
voice prompts.
•  Text Language—sets all on-screen text to 
the selected language.
NOTE: Changing the text language does not 
change the language of user-entered data or 
map data, such as street names.
•  Keyboard—sets the language for your 
keyboard.
Map Settings...

20 Appendix
• Info—view the maps and the version of each 
map loaded on your nüvi. Select a map to 
enable or disable that map.
TIP: To purchase additional map products, 
go to www.garmin.com/us/maps .
Proximity Points Settings
Select Settings > Proximity Points�
• Alerts—notifies you when you approach 
custom safety cameras ( page 23). See 
www.garmin.com/safetycamera  for more 
information.
Restoring Settings
You can restore a category of settings or all 
settings to the factory defaults.
1 Select...

Appendix 21 
Cleaning the Outer Casing
Notice
Avoid chemical cleaners and solvents that can 
damage plastic components.
1 Clean the outer casing of the device (not the 
touchscreen) using a cloth dampened with a 
mild detergent solution. 
2 Wipe the device dry.
Cleaning the Touchscreen
1 
Use a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.
2 If necessary, use water, isopropyl alcohol, or 
eyeglass lens cleaner.
3 Apply the liquid to the cloth.
4 Gently wipe the screen with the cloth.
Avoiding Theft
•  Remove the device...

22 Appendix
• Decrease the screen brightness ( page 4).
•  Do not leave your device in direct sunlight.
•  Decrease the volume ( page 4).
Changing the Fuse in the Vehicle 
Power Cable
Notice
When replacing the fuse, do not lose any of the 
small pieces and make sure they are put back 
in the proper position. The vehicle power cable 
does not work unless it is assembled correctly.
If your device does not charge in your vehicle, 
you may need to replace the fuse located at the 
tip of the vehicle adapter....

Appendix 23 
go to www.garmin.com, and click Maps & 
Accessories.
Safety Cameras
‹ CAUTION
Garmin is not responsible for the accuracy of, 
or the consequences of using, a custom POI or 
safety camera database. 
Safety camera information is available in some 
locations. Check  www.garmin.com/safetycamera  
for availability. For these locations, the nüvi 
includes the locations of hundreds of safety 
cameras. Your nüvi alerts you when you are 
approaching a safety camera and can warn you 
if you are...

24 Appendix
Troubleshooting 
ProblemSolution
My device is not acquiring 
satellite signals • 
Select Settings > System > GPS Simulator > Off. 
•  Make sure your device is out of parking garages and away from tall buildings 
and trees. 
•  Remain stationary for several minutes.
The suction cup will not 
stay on my windshield. • 
Clean the suction cup and windshield with rubbing alcohol. 
•  Dry with a clean, dry cloth. 
•  Mount the suction cup ( page 1).
The device does not 
charge in my vehicle. •...

Appendix 25 
The device is connected 
to the computer, but it will 
not go into mass storage 
mode.1 Disconnect the USB cable from your computer. 
2 Turn off the device. 
3 Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer and into your device. 
 The device automatically turns on and goes into USB mass storage mode. 
4 Verify your device is connected to a USB port and not a USB hub. 
I cannot see any new 
removable drives in my list 
of drives. If you have several network drives mapped on your...