Garmin 010-00990-20 User Manual

nüvi 30/40/50 Owner’s Manual 

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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 (

).

The device does not 

charge in my vehicle.

•  Check the fuse in the vehicle power cable (

•  Verify the vehicle is turned on and is supplying power to the power outlet.

•  Your device can only charge between 32°F and 113°F (between 0°C and 45°C). If the 

device is placed in direct sunlight or in a hot environment, it cannot charge. 

My battery does not stay 

charged for very long.

To maximize the time between charges, turn down the backlight (

My battery gauge does not 

seem accurate.

Allow the unit to fully discharge, and fully charge it (without interrupting the charge cycle).

How do I know my device 

is in USB mass storage 

mode?

When your device is in USB mass storage mode, a picture of a device connected to a 

computer is shown on the device screen. Also, you should see one or two new removable disk 

drives listed in My Computer.