4 Select > Avoid.Taking an Alternate Route1 While navigating an automobile route, select .2 Select Alternate Route.3 Select a route.Viewing Traffic on the MapThe traffic map shows color-coded traffic flow and delays onnearby roads.1 From the map, select .2 Select Incidents.Traffic in Your AreaSearching for Traffic Delays1 From the map page, select .2 Select Incidents > .3 Select an item in the list.4 If there is more than one delay, use the arrows to viewadditional delays.Viewing a Traffic Incident on the Map1 From the map, select .2 Select Incidents.3 Select a traffic icon.Understanding Traffic DataThe traffic legend explains the icons and colors used on thetraffic map.1 From the map, select > Traffic.2 Select Legend.Traffic SubscriptionsSubscription ActivationYou do not need to activate the subscription included with yourFM traffic receiver. The subscription activates automaticallyafter your device acquires satellite signals while receiving trafficsignals from the pay service provider.Adding a SubscriptionYou can purchase traffic subscriptions for other regions orcountries.1 From the main menu, select Traffic.2 Select Subscriptions > .3 Write down the FM traffic receiver unit ID.4 Go to www.garmin.com/fmtraffic to purchase a subscriptionand get a 25-character code.The traffic subscription code cannot be reused. You mustobtain a new code each time you renew your service. If youown multiple FM traffic receivers, you must obtain a newcode for each receiver.5 Select Next on the device.6 Enter the code.7 Select Done.Disabling Traffic1 Select Settings > Traffic.2 Clear the Traffic check box.The device no longer receives live traffic data, but will still avoidpotentially congested areas using trafficTrends™, if enabled(page 15).Data ManagementData ManagementYou can store files on your device. The device has a memorycard slot for additional data storage.NOTE: The device is not compatible with Windows® 95, 98,Me, Windows NT®, and Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier.File TypesThe device supports these file types.• Maps and GPX waypoint files from myGarmin™ mappingsoftware, including MapSource®, BaseCamp™, andHomePort™ (page 17).• GPI custom POI files from Garmin POI Loader (page 17).About Memory CardsYou can purchase memory cards from an electronics supplier,or purchase pre-loaded Garmin mapping software(www.garmin.com/trip_planning). In addition to map and datastorage, the memory card can be used to store files such asmaps, images, geocaches, routes, waypoints, and customPOIs.Installing a Memory CardThe device supports microSD™ and microSDHC memory cards.1 Insert a memory card into the slot on the device.2 Press it in until it clicks.Connecting the Device to Your ComputerYou can connect the device to your computer using the USBcable included with your device.1 Plug the small end of the USB cable into the port on thedevice.2 Plug the larger end of the USB cable into a port on yourcomputer.A picture of your device connected to a computer appears onthe device screen.Depending on your computer operating system, the deviceappears as either a portable device, a removable drive, or aremovable volume.Transferring Data From Your Computer1 Connect the device to your computer (page 14).Depending on your computer operating system, the deviceappears as either a portable device, a removable drive, or aremovable volume.2 On your computer, open the file browser.3 Select a file.4 Select Edit > Copy.5 Browse to a folder on the device.NOTE: For a removable drive or volume, you should notplace files in the Garmin folder.6 Select Edit > Paste.Disconnecting the USB CableIf your device is connected to your computer as a removabledrive or volume, you must safely disconnect your device fromyour computer to avoid data loss. If your device is connected toyour Windows computer as a portable device, it is notnecessary to safely disconnect.1 Complete an action:• For Windows computers, select the Safely RemoveHardware icon in the system tray, and select your device.• For Mac computers, drag the volume icon to the trash.14 Data Management