Garmin DriveAssist Questions & Answers

I believe you need to purchasing a Garmin specific USB cable to be able to charge the GPS. You will need it because the battery only last about 30 minutes

Disappointingly there is no voice command available to operate the dash cam or camera. So to answer your question, no you cant'.

There is no setting for this (that I could find), it will sometimes decide to navigate by landmarks and sometimes street names. I think it depends on how prominent it things the landmark is.

what update does it mention? Check on pc for map and software updates. If this fails you can reset to factory defaults and if you still have issues contact Garmin.

Thanx Brian, will try that

I’ve been disappointed with it myself. Sure, the camera is handy (although I’ve not needed to use it yet) but my biggest concern is the poor quality of directions and what I see as safety concern when navigating because the unit doesn’t operate as it’s meant to.ie takes me down dirt roads when in rural areas (Queensland) when I have “avoid dirt roads” in the settings. I think their maps are probably not as good as other companies. Haven’t enjoyed the directions when it comes to tunnels either; think it could be better.

I returned a navman because I could not see the screen. This is so much better and bigger screen all in one. I didn't want too much cluttering the windscreen. The camera lens is adjustable so I place the unit to the left of the middle of the screen. I use it mainly for the camera and have found the map ok when I've needed it but I don't usually drive in scarcely populated areas. Good price also compared to buying 2 units. Simple one button press to go from maps to camera also. Don't think you'd regret buying this, best I've seen but I did want a combo unit.

I have two garmen.my first was a small original and it apparently looks the same size as the onewe are discussing. I then bought "the new one at the time " it has a bigger screen." Much better to see. With both it does not give me an alternate route when I find a shorter or better route. I thought it was possible. DAH. My conclusion I will keep larger screen and buy an updated paper map. What map navigation system does it use. Satellite. I have thought it has to be updated more often as the country is in constant builds and knock downs. Floods etc. Road changes
As to window clutter doesnot bother me. I remember driving with two windows Then came the one screen. I suppose comes down to please some, some of the time than all, all of the time. All I want is the item to do what it is advertised to do and do what it can do, well. Cheers all.

It's hard to find longer "cigarette lighter" to "usb mini" cable. But you can buy a longer "usb mini" to "usb mini" cable and extend it. Try on office works or else in ebay.

Thank you.

try Jaycar slso

Try to reset the GPS to factory default then check whether any software updates available. If this doesn't work then contact Garmin support for help.

Okay, how do I reset?

Check the user manual. You can restart it by putting a small needle through small hole behind the gps unit and reset the software through garmin connect

Probably best to email the tech support team at Garmin, they are very helpful and will answer any technical queries you have about their products.

I just looked at this link https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/driveassist51/EN-US/GUID-6C0AA68A-726F-47C2-A65F-46C0BB58E04A.html and it seems it will not. in the link above it says if model ends LTM-D or LMTHD it can be used
I have tried my old cable from my 3790T adn it doesn't work. So I am using the app on my phone

Did you hook it up to your car again?, Sometimes if it won't start while connected to your computer connecting to 12 volts will work,if not it's probably time to shoot Garmin an email or give them a call. I found the techs there very helpful, they will talk you through any procedures you need to do and if the unit still won't work they will log the problem and advise you to return it for repairs. I had all sorts of problems with my second unit but they replaced it with the updated model (51) and it seems to be working fine so far.

I had tried that straight away but it didn't work. I have just tried again and it is now working, Thanks for the help. Now I am frightened to try
and upgrade maps, guess when I feel I really need to I will give it another go. Cheers

Had that happening to me and always fixed it by pressing and holding the power button for 30 seconds (or longer) until the screen shuts down or reboots again. Give that a go. Happened to me a few times and yes scary the first time, but the above method always worked for me.

Go to "Settings" -> "Camera" where you can adjust the settings. For speed warning, also in the "Settings" area, but you should also update your unit from time to time (via USB to the computer), as the road limits do change due to council changes as well as road updates.

Thanks, I will try these hints.

In the Driver Assistance menu you can toggle on/off the lane departure etc. warnings, you can also find the on/off for the over speed warning. I found that other than on major roads (hi-ways) outside about a 60klm radius from Adelaide there is no speed limit icon displayed so also no indication when exceeding the speed limit, I don't know if this is causing the lack of over speed warning with your unit but I feel this is a major failing with this particular GPS as I have other units which show the speed limit pretty much everywhere.

I set mine up by attaching the suction cup mount just off-centre (driver's side) on the lower part of the windscreen, then fed the power cable under the dash mat and down next to the centre console where I have a power outlet so the cable is fairly well hidden, I drive a Pajero so the cable routing may be different for your car. Then it's simply a matter of plugging the power cable into the GPS unit, turning on your ignition key, setting your preferences if you want to personalize your unit and you are ready to navigate. If you are happy with the factory settings all you need to do is plug the unit in, set the camera angle and go.

You might want slightly moist the suction cup to enhance the suction power. The suction cup and your Nav can be positioned anywhere you feel comfortable, but watch out for the top of the window where there are those black dots. After that adjust in your settings where you've positioned the Nav (right, left or centre) and adjust the camera lens so you get the full recording view. Remember to periodically check it for updates on your computer, I was pleasantly surprised by the voice command feature, which wasn't in the description but came free of charge with an update, and it works well!.