Do Garmin Nuvis come with a power cable? I have never bought a GPS unit before, so forgive my ignorance, but do the units come with a power cable that I can plug into my car's cigarette lighter outlet?
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All Garmin units come with a power cable that plugs into your cigarette lighter, which will charge the Nuvi while you drive. What Garmin doesn't provide for this particular unit is a USB cable. You will need this cable to register and download any firmware updates (free) or map updates (not free). One can also charge the Nuvi via this cable through your computer, if you wish. Any standard USB cable (std A connector on one end, mini B on the other) that comes with most digital cameras or computer peripherals will work. If you don't have one, you will need to purchase it. I often drive without the cable plugged into the cigarette lighter port (on short trips), just because I don't like the cable hanging down. On any trips over several hours, I keep it plugged in. Garmin has upgraded the 2x0 series with some of the features found on the 2x5 series, but since there is still old stock out there, you may not receive an updated unit (chances are you will). Don't worry though, the 260 is a solid GPS even without some of the refinements.
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The product comes with a cigarette lighter plug-in power cord, and a suction mount (although I prefer the heater vent mount that has spring-loaded clamps to hook to the vents). The speaker is built into the unit. I absolutely LOVE the unit!! The only drawback, depending on where you live, is that, in a lot of areas, the "Traffic" feature does not get any information, and that is very frustrating when you are stuck in traffic on the freeway.
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I also live in Cleveland and own several garmins including this one. The question is do you have it plugged into the car charger cord? The traffic system requires the proper garmin charging cable that not only acts as the antenna, but also activates the traffic advisories.
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I can't find an answer to the question about using the USB cable to recharge the device. However, the specs for the cable say that it will not supply "external power". Nevertheless, when I use the cable with a cigarette lighter adapter which has two USB jacks, my Garmin 60CSx indicates that it is connected to a power source. Hmmm.
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pat here. thanks for info. another ? i don't know anything about the gps's, so do you plug the unit up to the computer with the car charger cable or what do you use. thanks pbdoobie@atmc.net
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It comes with a power cord for your car and a windshield mount (which is pretty cheap). I just wedge it between my dashboard and the windshield. Works pretty well. The unit itself is excellent. I've only had it a couple of months and it's saved by butt several times already.
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The unit comes with a power cord for your car that plugs into the lighter. Very Nice unit.let me know if you need any other questions answered.M.V.
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Unit comes with a power cord but does not come with a USB cable. My unit works superbly!
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Justin,I own three of the DC40 collars. Two I bought new when Garmin was still making them. Those both came with chargers. The third I bought used through Amazon from a company named "Garmin Supplies", not related to the "Garmin" who made the Astro series of equipment originally. That unit did not come with a charger, which in my case was not a problem, because I already had a couple of chargers. Hope that helps.
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I don't believe there is a traffic antenna built in this power cable. It powers the unit but that's it. The original cable for the GPS has a built in antenna.
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No. Unit consists of one piece. The wire is permanently fixed to the adapter that plugs into the wall. The other end has a plug that plugs into the Garmin. It works great for charging Garmin.
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You get a windshield mount, an adhesive backed disk for your dash (I don't recommend using it) and the power cable that plugs into your cigarette lighter. As stated above, one needs a USB cable to register and download firmware and map updates. When connected to your computer, it will also charge the Nuvi, but it takes 3 or 4 times as long as it would connected in your car.
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No. It does not come with cables for install. I installed this unit in my Class C RV to run my kids playstation 3 and other 110v items so I don't have to use my generator driving on the road. It works great. I purchased the cables from Lowes. You can buy cables by the foot. It works great! I recommend this as we have used it for all day driving with no problems.
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The unit runs off your car's battery when you attach the cable that comes with it to the cigarette lighter. I believe it charges during this use. I think you can use it without the cable for about two hours--good for when you take it with you on a walking tour. There is a USB cable you use when you want to download changes to the map. I don't know if the unit gets charged at this time as well. The unit comes with both cables and a window mount. I ordered a weighted "pillow" mount so I could hide the unit from potential thieves when not in use. That mount sits on my dashboard and doesn't move while I'm driving. Some states have regulations regarding the mounting of the unit on the windshield. The unit runs off your car's battery when you attach the cable that comes with it to the cigarette lighter. I believe it charges during this use. I think you can use it without the cable for about two hours--good for when you take it with you on a walking tour. There is a USB cable you use when you want to download changes to the map. I don't know if the unit gets charged at this time as well. The unit comes with both cables and a window mount. I ordered a weighted "pillow" mount so I could hide the unit from potential thieves when not in use. That mount sits on my dashboard and... » Read More The unit runs off your car's battery when you attach the cable that comes with it to the cigarette lighter. I believe it charges during this use. I think you can use it without the cable for about two hours--good for when you take it with you on a walking tour. There is a USB cable you use when you want to download changes to the map. I don't know if the unit gets charged at this time as well. The unit comes with both cables and a window mount. I ordered a weighted "pillow" mount so I could hide the unit from potential thieves when not in use. That mount sits on my dashboard and doesn't move while I'm driving. Some states have regulations regarding the mounting of the unit on the windshield. « Show Less
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DA charger comes with the Garmin - one to plug into the car to make it work while driving plus one that attaches to the computer (download the lifetime maps) and I suppose to recharge the GPS if needed, but it charges while using it.
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Yes it plugs directly into the GPS unit, it takes the place of the 12 volt unit that comes standard. It's been very useful in my travels. Be safe, God bless
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They do sell cables for your GPS. I recommend searching for "cable for Nuvi 1100" in Amazons search to see what you bring up. I have ordered new cable for my GPS and it fits fine.