Garmin DriveSmart™ GPS Navigator

Overview and Support

This document outlines the initial setup and key features of the Garmin DriveSmart™ GPS navigator. For comprehensive support, including manuals, software updates, and troubleshooting, please visit support.garmin.com.

Garmin® and the Garmin logo are registered trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. Garmin DriveSmart™ is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. These trademarks may not be used without Garmin's express permission. The microSD™ logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

This product was printed in Taiwan in November 2018 (Part Number: 190-02473-02_0A).

Garmin provides extensive documentation in multiple languages. You can find manuals and regulatory information in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and German.

Further details are available at garmin.com/manuals/drivesmart65.

Getting Started: Setup Guide

Follow these simple steps to set up your Garmin DriveSmart™ device:

Step 1: Mounting the Device

First, attach the suction cup mount securely to your vehicle's windshield. Then, connect the Garmin DriveSmart™ device to the mount.

Step 2: Connecting Power

Connect the provided power cable to the Garmin DriveSmart™ device. Plug the other end of the power cable into your vehicle's 12V power socket [12V power socket].

Step 3: Powering On

Once connected to power, the device will turn on automatically. The Garmin logo will appear on the screen as the device boots up. The power button is located on the device itself.

Live Services Integration

To enhance your navigation experience with real-time traffic, weather updates, and other smart features, utilize Garmin's Live Services. This requires the Garmin Drive app on your smartphone.

Learn more and download the app at garmin.com/driveapp.

Live Services work by connecting cloud-based data to your smartphone, which then communicates with your Garmin device, providing up-to-date information while you drive.