Garmin 255W Nuvi won't turn on - problem: Since it's a new unit - am I supposed to just let it charge for a while before I can fully use it?
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Thirty minutes is nothing compared to how long it can take to get a reply on this board. However, if you haven't had Garmin solve your problem yet, there are a couple of things you might try. A reboot is one. Turn the switch to the on position and hold it there for about 15 seconds or so. If this fails, you can try a hard reset. You do this by placing your finger in the lower right-hand corner and switching the unit on. If this works, say yes to the question. Unfortunately, since your unit could not come on without a hard reset you will lose the data you have input into the device (unless you have already backed up the unit, a suggestion I always tell people to do before doing anything).
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Plug it in an leave it charging until fully charged! As in over night. Most of these micro devices have a control chip that needs to be fully charged to wake up the unit. That should solve the problem. If that that doesn't work, return it, but I bet it will. This unit may NOT work when plugged in. The safety feature is to avoid a 110 shock. Rest easy. Once it's charged and operative it's got hours of fun in each charge!
458677
Make sure it is fully charged before you turn it on. Mine worked for only a few weeks though.
698763
Probably too late to contact Amazon that has 30 day return policy. My bet is that your battery went flat, and it is known that when the battery is does not have any charge, satellite reception has problems. So, first try to charge your battery. If that does not help, then contact Garmin support.
1493717
Mine turned on right away. Try to give it 2 hours of charging. Otherwise you've got a defected one.
920784
It sounds like an internal problem. My friend had one that developed a broken wire at it's connection. Garmin replaced it. No problems with mine or his since he received the replacement.
1044363
Make sure your unit is off. Then, when you turn it on, hold the on switch in the on position for at least 10 seconds. The unit should not turn on until you let go of the on switch. I was told this will reboot the unit as you would a computer. If that doesn't work you may have to contact Magellan.
1342417
Instructions suggest that you call Garmin and tell them your problem. Hopefully they will be able to put a fix in.
331066
I have the same problem too, this is ridiculous! Has anyone tried getting warranty help? I talked to customer service and it is $99 flat rate repair fee since the unit is about 1.5 years since purchase. Seems high to me, I need a map update as well, I'd be better off buying a new unit. Not very impressed with Garmin customer service.
1520753
same for me; it does not work; I ended up buying a Garmin charger (which was ~$20)
978023
I don't have either that Garmin or charger. When I bought my Nuvi I received a charger for my car, another for the computer and one for 110v. I would suggest u go online to garmin.com (mygarmin if u registered ur product) and ask. Better to phone if you can, answering emails is not a Garmin strong point.
1378559
I had the same problem with mine. I called Garmin and talked to someone, he said mine was still under warranty and he sent me a new one out. Hope this helps...
698764
Hi, I'm having the same problem but after using it for few months. Not sure what to do now. Do you know if I should contact Garmin or Amazon?
1655799
I'm having the same problem with my Garmin 260W. I got mine from a seller on eBay and believe she knew she had a faulty device and just sold it that way. Any suggestions other than purchasing a new one, let me know. Thanks!
801071
I'm sorry I can't help you. I never got it working. After an hour on the phone with Garmin they recommended that I return it, which I did. I went back to Polar.
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I cant swear to it but i have this problem when using on my motorcycle and i traced it back to a lose conection on the power adapter scocket wigling the plug always turned it right back on tried taping the plug and socket togther and probleb was solved, check you power outlet in your car and make sure the garmin plug fits snugly.
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Sorry, I have no idea. My Garmin is a 255W, so I can't help you. Again, sorry.