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Overview: The nuvi 1390T is a portable GPS navigator and
personal travel assistant that provides automatic routing, turn-by-turn voice
directions, and touch screen control. With the supplied FM TMC traffic receiver,
you can receive alerts about traffic delays and road construction, as well as
automatic detours around the trouble. In addition to these navigation features,
the nuvi 1390T has built-in Bluetooth technology, can display JPEG photos.
Navigation Features
Traffic Information
Picture Viewer
Built-in Bluetooth
Mounting Options
Power Requirements
Computer Requirements
nuMaps Lifetime Subscription
Navigation Features
Map Software: The nuvi 1390T comes loaded with City Navigator
North America NT 2010.10 software, which contains mapping detail of the United
States (including Alaska and Hawaii), Canada, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin
Islands. The maps feature nearly 6-million points of interest (POIs), such as
hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs and attractions.
microSD Memory Slot: The nuvi 1390T
has a microSD memory slot for additional map data from optional microSD memory cards. The
unit
can also display photo images from a microSD memory card.
Antenna: The unit has a built-in antenna
in its top panel. In order to obtain an optimal signal, the unit must have a
clear, unobstructed view of the sky. It the unit is mounted in a vehicle with a
coated windshield or an in-screen heating system, there may be difficulty in
obtaining a good signal.
Touch Screen Display: The unit
features a bright, 4.3" (diagonal) LCD with touch screen controls. The display
has a resolution of 480 x 272 pixels, with an aspect ratio of 16:9 and 64,000
colors. The screen has a manual brightness adjustment.
Keyboard Options: The nuvi 1390T gives you two options for keyboard layouts. When you are entering an address or other data, you can choose between a standard QWERTY keyboard layout
or an ABCDE alphabetical layout.
Information Pages: The
information provided by the nuvi 1390T is found on various display screens called
pages. The pages give you the following information:
- Map:
- Indicates real-time moving
map illustrating your current position and intended route
- Shows map scale and
geographic details such as lakes, rivers, highways and towns
- Allows you to zoom, pan, and
point using the touch screen controls
- When you are following a route, your arrival time is displayed in the lower left corner, your current speed is shown in the lower right corner.
- When you are simply driving
while viewing the Map page (not following a route), your speed is shown
in the lower right corner, the direction you are driving is shown in the
lower left corner
- Trip Information:
- Shows current compass heading
while moving
- Indicates current speed,
maximum speed, arrival time, distance and time to next turn
- Calculates driving time,
stopped time and total time
- Displays overall distance
traveled (odometer) and distance to your final destination
- Current Route:
- Displays a list of
turn-by-turn instructions for your entire route as well as arrival
information
- Shows direction of each turn
and distance
- Next Turn:
- Shows the next turn on the
map and the distance and time left before you reach the turn
Where Am I? The "Where Am I?" feature gives you instant access to
important information in case of an emergency. When you select "Where Am I?"
from the menu, you get the coordinates (including elevation) of your current
position, plus the nearest address and intersections. There are also buttons to
help you locate the nearest hospitals, police stations, gas stations, and
roadside assistance. You can also save the location for future reference.
Where To? During navigation,
you can search for places by pressing "Menu", then "Where To?" You can select an
Address, Go Home, Points of Interest, Recently Found, Favorites, Extras, Intersections,
Cities, Browse Map, and Coordinates. You can also access Spell Name for direct
entry of your new destination, or browse the map. You can search for locations
near your present location (default), or select a different city, your current
route, or your destination.
Custom Points of Interest: The
nuvi 1390T will accept custom points of interest (POI) databases, available from
various companies on the Internet. Some custom POI databases contain alert
information for points such as safety cameras and school zones, and the unit can
notify you as you approach one of these points. To download custom POIs, you
will need the Garmin POI Loader software, available on Garmin's website.
Usage Modes: The nuvi 1390T can be used in any of three usage modes: automotive, pedestrian, and bicycle.
Map Orientation: You can select
one of three map orientation displays:
- 2D Track Up:
two-dimensional map that constantly displays the route from top to bottom on
the screen
- 2D North Up:
two-dimensional map that constantly displays North at the top of the screen
- 3D Track Up:
three-dimensional map that constantly displays the route from top to bottom
on the screen
Screen Color Mode: You can
select one of three color modes for the display screen:
- Daytime: has a lighter,
brighter background
- Nighttime: has a black
background, easier to see at night
- Auto: display
automatically switches between daytime and nighttime at sunrise and sunset
Vehicle Icons: The default on-screen icon representing your vehicle is a blue sports car. In the menu, you can select a blue 4WD pickup truck, a blue compact car, a blue 3D arrow,
a pair of boots, a large bird, or a rolling beach ball. You can also download other vehicle icons from the "Garmin Garage" website.
Route Preferences: When
calculating a route, you can select the following preferences: faster time,
shorter distance, less fuel, or off road.
ecoRoute: The ecoRoute feature calculates your vehicle's fuel economy, carbon footprint, and the fuel price of navigating to a destination. It also offers tools for improving fuel
efficiency. Through ecoRoute's Fuel report and Mileage Report, you can track fuel usage and gas mileage during each trip. There is also a driving challenge to help you maximize your fuel economy by
scoring your driving habits.
Avoidances: You can program the unit
to avoid certain things that may be undesirable on your route. Examples of
things that can be avoided include U-Turns, Highways, Toll
Roads, Carpool Lanes, Unpaved Roads, and Ferries.
Waypoints: You can manually
mark and name any map position as a waypoint for later recall. Up to 1000
waypoints can be saved into memory.
Indoor Use:
When indoors, you can activate the built-in simulator and practice using the
unit. This turns off the GPS receiver so it's not searching for satellites.
Tools: The nuvi 1390T offers several tools you can use as you travel:
- World Clock: The world
clock allows you to display the current time for four locations throughout
the world. You can also display a map of the world showing which portions
are in daylight and which are in darkness.
- Currency Converter: This
feature allows you to update the currency rates manually so you are always
using the most current information.
- Unit Converter:
You
can convert area, distance, speed, temperature, volume, and
weight.
- Calculator: The calculator
allows you to perform simple arithmetic.
Garmin Lock: Garmin Lock is an
anti-theft feature. You can set a 4-digit PIN and a security location (such as
your home or office). Every time the nuvi 1390T is powered on, you must enter the
PIN, or drive to your security location.
Traffic Information
FM Traffic: The nuvi 1390T can receive traffic information
broadcast over the FM Radio Data System (RDS), when connected to the supplied
Garmin GTM 25 FM TMC (Traffic Message Channel) receiver. When you are in a
coverage area, the traffic delays are rated by severity with color-coded icons.
If you encounter severe traffic along your route, the unit will automatically
recalculate the route for you to avoid traffic delays. The nuvi 1390T includes a
product lifetime subscription to NAVTEQ Traffic. Traffic information is
available in approximately 50 North American cities.
MSN Direct: MSN Direct is an optional service that sends traffic reports, gas prices and more to your navigation device through an FM signal. MSN Direct is available in 100 of the
largest cities across the United States. Using the optional MSN Direct receiver (available
from Garmin) and a limited free trial service to MSN Direct, you can check the weather, avoid traffic backups,
compare local gas prices and check movie times and locations when you travel with the nuvi 1390T. The MSN Direct receiver is integrated with a plug-and-play cigarette lighter adapter, making it easy to
connect to the unit when traveling.
Note: After your limited free trial, you can extend your
service with an annual payment or one-time payment. MSN Direct service will
be available only until January 1, 2012.
Picture Viewer
Picture Viewer: The nuvi 1390T can display photo images (JPEG files).
The image files must be stored on
an optional microSD memory card or transferred to the internal memory.
Photo Navigation: The Panoramio (www.panoramio.com) website provides photographs that include
location information called geotags. These photos can be downloaded into the
nuvi 1390T or microSD memory card, and the unit can route you to the location.
Built-in Bluetooth
Bluetooth Communication: Many Bluetooth-capable cellular
phones are compatible with the nuvi 1390T allowing you to use the nuvi as a
hands-free car kit. The nuvi 1390T has both a microphone and speaker, so no
additional equipment is necessary to integrate your Bluetooth phone. Available
options will vary by phone, however, generally these apply:
- accept or ignore incoming calls on the touch screen
- dial your home number
- enter a number manually
- call a POI (Point Of Interest)
- dial a number in your phone book
- call a recently dialed number
- dial a recent caller
- send or receive text messages
Mounting Options
Mounting: The unit
should be securely installed when used in a vehicle. The unit comes with a
mounting bracket that includes a suction cup. The suction cup can be used to
mount the unit to the windshield or to the dash (using the plastic mounting
disk). Once the nuvi 1390T is mounted, it can be adjusted on the ball-and-socket
bracket for best visibility. The unit must be installed where it has a
relatively unobstructed view of the sky.
Power Requirements
Rechargeable Battery: The nuvi
1390T operates on your vehicle's battery using the included 12-volt cigarette
lighter power adapter, the built-in Lithium-Ion batteries, or household current
using an optional AC adapter. The Lithium-Ion batteries provide up to 3 hours of use
after a 4-hour charge. Stored data, such as waypoints or unit settings,
are not lost when the unit is disconnected from a power source.
Computer Requirements
Internal Memory: The nuvi 1390T
comes with an internal memory for storage of supplemental
maps and photos. When the unit is connected to your
computer, the nuvi 1390T is recognized as a USB Mass Storage device.
Interface Capability: This unit
can be connected to a PC via USB cable (not included). This USB 2.0 full speed interface allows you
to download additional map information to the unit's flash memory. The unit has a standard Mini-USB Version 2.0 jack.
nuMaps Lifetime Subscription
nuMaps: The Garmin nuMaps Lifetime subscription gives you
the most up-to-date maps for the life of your Garmin GPS unit. For a one-time,
single purchase, you can download up to four map updates per year as soon as
they become available. It can only be used for a single Garmin GPS unit.
Updates: The updates include the newest map information on
streets, highways, and points of interest for the City Navigator NT street maps
for North America only. Coverage includes the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico
and the US Virgin Islands. Updates for Mexico require a separate map purchase (150MSDMEX,
sold separately). The download can also update the City Navigator North America
NT maps on your computer.
Requirements: In order to receive the map updates, you must
have a computer with a USB port and high-speed Internet access. The download can
require up to 10 GB free disk space for initial installation and 2 GB disk space
after installation. Minimum requirements are as follows:
- PC:
- OS: Windows XP SP2 or newer
- RAM: 1 GB or higher
- Display: 1024 x 768 or higher, 24-bit color
- Mac: Any Intel-based MAC or Power PC, G4 Mac
- OS: OS X 10.4.11 or later
- RAM: 1 GB or higher
- Display: 1024 x 768 or higher
