Garmin nuvi 765t with Lifetime Traffic: Is it something that I'm doing or not doing, or do I have a defect in the unit I was sent?
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Traffic will not be present for all cities. If you are in an area that supports NAVTEQ FM traffic, your unit will pick up the FM band and an icon (showing one car overlapping another) should appear in the upper left-hand corner. The feature itself is automatic, but by touching the icon it will bring up a submenu for further exploration (if there is a traffic problem ahead). I suggest you go to gpsmagazine.com and read the review for the 765. It is very detailed and will explain the traffic function better than I.
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How about the 885 without MSN Direct, and adding the GTM 20, which gives Navtec fm traffic? That's what I'm considering doing. Might want to call Garmin to see if this option will give you what you want. If you do, would you report back? Yes. 855 is the one i mean. Sorry for the confusion.
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There's a map available showing coverage by area at http://www.navteq.com/rdstraffic/According to the description of this unit on Amazon.com, "NOTE: Model number on the box is 765T because the traffic receiver is included; however, the model number on the device itself is 765 as the "T" in 765T refers to the additional component "
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No I am not having those type of issues, but I have had some need of support, and in contacting Garmin support they have resolved my problems, including reinstalling updated firmware and software. So I advise you to go directly to them for help on these issues.
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Hey, you should check before the part in GARMIN USA for your NUVI GPS. Even thought, there are a couple traffic receivers but they just Match with specific GARMIN GPS. I would say, your receivers doesn't match wth your GPS, therefore check other reference on traffic receivers. Best ,
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Thanks for the input, I was becoming very frustrated, prehaps I'm just in an area that does not have active traffic available.Chuck
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@Edmund/Garmin UserI have a question for you. I currently own the 265t. I like the form factor and it seems fast enough, but for some reason, I get this feeling that the 265t does not use the most optimal routes, like my nuvi 360 does. With or without the traffic cable/adapter plugged in. Do you notice a strong difference between how your 255 routes and your 265Wt. I´m thinking about returning the 265 and just picking up a 255. What do you think about the included traffic? How accurate and upto date is it when you drive? I have coverage in my area, but I haven´t really tested it out yet. I´ve been waiting for more reviews of the 265t, but thus far, none. IF you could reply, that would be great! @Edmund/Garmin UserI have a question for you. I currently own the 265t. I like the form factor and it seems fast enough, but for some reason, I get this feeling that the 265t does not use the most optimal routes, like my nuvi 360 does. With or without the traffic cable/adapter plugged in. Do you notice a strong difference between how your 255 routes and your 265Wt. I´m thinking about returning the 265 and just picking up a 255. What do you think about the included traffic? How accurate and upto date is it when you drive? I have coverage in my area, but I haven´t really tested it... » Read More @Edmund/Garmin UserI have a question for you. I currently own the 265t. I like the form factor and it seems fast enough, but for some reason, I get this feeling that the 265t does not use the most optimal routes, like my nuvi 360 does. With or without the traffic cable/adapter plugged in. Do you notice a strong difference between how your 255 routes and your 265Wt. I´m thinking about returning the 265 and just picking up a 255. What do you think about the included traffic? How accurate and upto date is it when you drive? I have coverage in my area, but I haven´t really tested it out yet. I´ve been waiting for more reviews of the 265t, but thus far, none. IF you could reply, that would be great! « Show Less
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thx, I guess i'll stick with 540TM :-) I am upgrading from old Garmin that had no map updates and traffic and hopefully it would be worth it at this price. I did use one of the TOM TOM models (smaller one) for a 2600 miles trip in the west coast and routing was really good.
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I've never owned a GPS before. Is this a good one? Is it better to buy one with lifetime traffic updates included?
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Just (recently) bought the 335T and I have had no problem acquiring satellite signal with this unit. In fact, that was one of my prime motivations to switch from my old Garmin Nuvi 350. I was having a lot of problems with just that issue. My two major complaints about the TomTom vs. the Garmin are: (1) You can't spell out a specific point of interest) like a Chili's restaraunt, for instance, which you can do with the Garmin. This was a MAJOR plus with my old unit and I used it all the time. Of course, it's possible that I just haven't firgured out how to do it yet, because, (2) the TomTom has very poor user documentation. I'm going to have to go online to try and figure some of the functionality out.
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AFAIK, Garmin uses the same routing algorithm as older units. However, I've heard complaints that the new ones can take you to routes that mystifies some users. I can't confirm this (my 765t pretty much routes me like my older 260 ... all things being equal, i.e., same settings). This is not to say my Garmin units' routing are spot on, they aren't always.
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Garmin, here in Canada, has admitted the Nuvi 660 has a chronic antenna problem. My only solution is to have it replaced with a refurb unit at Garmin's Canadian tech contractor for $305.00That's a lot to spend on a $600 piece of technology only 14 months old.Shame on Garmin....and shame on me for making the purchase....
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My Street Pilot seems to be more detailed with instructions. If I pass a turn off, it will notify me that I have. The Nuvi will keep silentuntil I have another opportunity to get on track taking me too far out of my way.
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How can you find out if it is a LMT (Lifetime Map + Traffic) or non-LMT?I purchased a re-furbished Garmin and could not use the Lifetime Update feature!When I tried to update, a message appears on my PC: "This device does not have a lifetime subscription tied to it.Please purchase a subscription from garmin.com or contact garmin support."I am returning the device to hopefully obtain a correct one.
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Hi again nuvi consumer after my first posting I assumed to leave it on til the battery drained,it worked that day until I retired that evening,turning off,checking mpg data,happy til needy day.it wouldn't aquire satalite,still haven't.i've press/held(top,left,button)10,20 seconds and longer. The garmin pops up,nothing then plug into car,it say acquiring sat but no bars.it just shows my last stop, on 6/22/12. I'm already madly frustrated. Please I hope a garmin rep/executive with any idea for help with this situation.praying I didn't waste my 65$. Do anyone know if garmin will help/exchange/or inform me I should trash it . Thanks for listening to me vent. Nuvi consumer out Hi again nuvi consumer after my first posting I assumed to leave it on til the battery drained,it worked that day until I retired that evening,turning off,checking mpg data,happy til needy day.it wouldn't aquire satalite,still haven't.i've press/held(top,left,button)10,20 seconds and longer. The garmin pops up,nothing then plug into car,it say acquiring sat but no bars.it just shows my last stop, on 6/22/12. I'm already madly frustrated. Please I hope a garmin rep/executive with any idea for help with this situation.praying I didn't waste my 65$. Do anyone know if garmin will... » Read More Hi again nuvi consumer after my first posting I assumed to leave it on til the battery drained,it worked that day until I retired that evening,turning off,checking mpg data,happy til needy day.it wouldn't aquire satalite,still haven't.i've press/held(top,left,button)10,20 seconds and longer. The garmin pops up,nothing then plug into car,it say acquiring sat but no bars.it just shows my last stop, on 6/22/12. I'm already madly frustrated. Please I hope a garmin rep/executive with any idea for help with this situation.praying I didn't waste my 65$. Do anyone know if garmin will help/exchange/or inform me I should trash it . Thanks for listening to me vent. Nuvi consumer out « Show Less
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Hi Diggity Skitty:Try de-activating the traffic service on your nuvi 265T by going to settings. See how it works out for a couple of days. If the strange recalculating (or re-routing) is still happening, then go ahead and return it. It may just be the NAVTEQ FM Traffic Service. Also, have you updated your software to version 4.6 from the Garmin WebUpdater on the Garmin.com Website? See if the updated firmware works. I did that for my 265WT so I will see how that works out. Here's the website: http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp Hope this helps. Ed --- Hi Diggity Skitty:Try de-activating the traffic service on your nuvi 265T by going to settings. See how it works out for a couple of days. If the strange recalculating (or re-routing) is still happening, then go ahead and return it. It may just be the NAVTEQ FM Traffic Service. Also, have you updated your software to version 4.6 from the Garmin WebUpdater on the Garmin.com Website? See if the updated firmware works. I did that for my 265WT so I will see how that works out. Here's the website: http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jsp Hope this helps. Ed ---
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Honestly... I do not know... good question for the Garmin folks... Have you tried the garmin support forums?