Troubleshooting – Garmin nuvi 2580TV User Manual
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Appendix
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
My device is not
acquiring satellite
signals.
• Verify that the GPS simulator is turned off (
).
• Select Tools > Settings > System > GPS Mode > GPS off.
• Take your device 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.
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 changes, 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 two new removable disk drives listed in My Computer.
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.