How does this Garmin connect to a charger and it it easy to charge? (my current Garmin 210 has a clip &amp; pins that are extremely difficult to line up)
646731
Very easy to connect and it holds tight. This guy has a great review and shows how it connects: http://www.dcrainmaker.com/2013/11/garmin-forerunner-depth-review.html. I love my new 220, I had a 405 for years and the 220 is a wonderful upgrade!!
1449906
That's pretty wild! The vehicle charger that came with the unit had some type of special reciever module in the middle of the cord used to update traffic. So you don't want to use any ol regular charger. Your best bet is to send back the entire package for a proper replacement. You might be able to order one directly from Garmin, but they'll probably charge you for it because it's not a warranty issue.
75290
the majority of Garmin's use mini usb chargers like this one - this is a larger, trapezoid looking connection ... different than what you'd find on say a cell phone or bluetooth headset - which is smaller and flatter. This will not provide traffic updates. For that, you need a GTM numbered product.
1449905
the older style phone chargers work. there are millions roaming around. look for the type that match the one you got with the garmin. If you are missing the square piece that the charger plugs into. You'll have to order one.
44997
Yes, but you need to make sure you ground the negative wire. Some devices will not enter a charging cycle if it isn't grounded. Also this is a mini-USB, so make sure it will fit your Garmin.
1408619
The included charging cord plugs easily into the back of the GPS to the right of where the GPS attaches to the mount. I have a center console box where the charger plugs into the charger unit (same place I plug in my cell phone for charging).
1912044
I went out on Amazon after I broke the clip for my older Garmin.The notches are different and the old one would not fit in the holder for the newer Garmin. The small notches at the bottom and the top are not the same.Hope this helps
1193584
My Garmin is a Nuvi 1450lm it is not brand new . We have had it about 2 years but this charger works well. I hope this helps.
978022
I just ordered an AC charger for a Garmin GPS without any other specifications. Since it woks well with my Garmin, I'm sure it will work with yours. If you want to make sure, go to the Garmin website and ask the company.
1690191
Hmm, not really sure what kind of charging port the GPS uses, but it is possible if it is chargeable with USB port. Rugged Rukus has usb port that allows charging
1990216
You need to use the clip that came with your garmin. Clip that adapter to the back of the garmin and this bean bag holder ball mount clicks into that adapter.
1513324
Just wanted to post that the problem is solved - the garmin charger was missing the head contacts and the fuse and wasn't charging the unit properly - thus not being able to turn on. Thanks for the input guys
2275712
You can charge your Garmin for 30 minutes program it and plug it in. It will finish charging as you drive.
1408620
The charging mechanism connects to the GPS system. The mount itself has nothing to do with it. A bracket fits on the GPS system which allows it to be connected to the mount.
892678
I use the charger to connect my Garmin nuvi 255W to download update from Garmin Website. I have not used it to charge the 255W.
1960944
Yes - an original Garmin charger in this series will work. The PC mode is a result of a non Garmin charger having a different wiring pattern, it will only charge the battery. I suggest reaching out to the seller to confirm it is indeed a Garmin charger, not an after market version. To my knowledge, Garmin doesn't made a 2A version of this charger, as listed here
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Very much agree with you. The Garmin USB (port and cable) also cannot be used to charge the device, quite disappointing. Furthermore, Garmin advertised this item below "Personal Travel Assistant" category, including for cyclist. So if you are not using the device in the car, you can't charge it from a computer USB port, and you have to buy the desktop charger separately.