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Battery/Map Cartridge
Installation
Battery/Map Data Cartridge Installation
The StreetPilot operates on six (6) AA batteries, which are installed from the left end of the unit,
as viewed from the front. Alkaline, rechargeable NiCad, or lithium batteries may be used. For extended
operation, use the cigarette lighter adapter to conserve batteries. The on-screen battery level indicator
may be calibrated for alkaline or NiCad batteries, but will not be totally accurate when using lithium
batteries.
To install batteries and a map data cartridge:
1. Lift up the metal D-ring at the end of the unit rotating ¼ turn anticlockwise to open the
compartment door.
2. Install the batteries (picture at right). When replacing the StreetPilot batteries, observe the
polarity markings molded into the rubber base of the unit and inside the battery compartment door.
3. If you are using an optional Map Data cartridge with detailed map data or if you plan to
download map data from a MapSource
®
CD-ROM, plug a blank cartridge into the slot next to
the battery compartment, with the label facing toward the front of the StreetPilot (picture at right).
4. Close the battery compartment door and lock in place by turning the D-ring ¼ turn clockwise,
then return the ring to the flush position.
Battery life may vary due to a variety of factors, including ambient temperature and use of
backlighting. You may find that lithium batteries provide longer life in colder conditions. Data is
retained in memory by an internal lithium battery when the AA batteries are removed.
Map Data cartridges may be purchased from your GARMIN dealer or directly from GARMIN.
Map data may also be downloaded to a blank cartridge using a GARMIN MapSource CD-ROM and
following instructions provided with the MapSource CD-ROM. Refer to Appendix A for Cartridge and
MapSource ordering information.
Caution
Make certain the connector end of the Map
Cartridge is inserted into the cartridge slot,
NOT the extractor handle end. Improper
installation can result in internal damage to
your StreetPilot Unit. When properly inserted,
the cartridge will protrude slightly from the slot
(not flush).
Compartment Door
Map Data
Cartridge
AA Batteries