General Features
Dash Cam Features
Navigation Features

General Features

Overview: The Garmin RV 785 & Traffic is a portable GPS navigation device that provides automatic routing and turn-by-turn voice directions. It is designed for recreational vehicles (RVs), and includes customized RV routing for the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The unit includes subscription-free, lifetime traffic updates and free lifetime map updates. With built-in Bluetooth, you can make and receive hands-free phone calls through a Bluetooth-enabled phone, plus receive live services through a free Garmin Drive app. The RV 785 & Traffic also has a built-in dash camera that lets you record the view in front of your vehicle, and to provide camera-assisted features. The device also has an input for adding an optional backup camera.

7" Touchscreen LCD: The RV 785 & Traffic features a large 7 " touchscreen display with a resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels. It has a real glass panel, and multi-touch technology to let you zoom in and out of the map with a pinch-type motion.

Preloaded Maps: The RV 785 & Traffic contains HERE's City Navigator North America NT 2019 maps. Maps includes detailed coverage of the United States, Mexico, and Canada, plus Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, and Bahamas. In addition, the device has several map features specifically designed for RVs and camping, such as a directory of RV parks and services, National Parks, and public campgrounds.

Free Lifetime Map Updates: The RV 785 & Traffic offers free lifetime map updates so you'll always have the most up-to-date maps, POIs, and navigation information. Map updates are available for download up to 4 times a year with no subscription or update fees and no expiration dates. Map updates can be obtained by connecting the device to a Wi-Fi network and directly download the maps, or connect the device to your computer and obtain the updates through Garmin Express.

Wi-Fi Compatible: You can keep the device updated with the latest maps and software without connecting it to a computer. When connected to a Wi-Fi network, the device checks for available updates, and displays an icon on the screen. The connected network is added to the list of saved networks, and will reconnect automatically when it is within range.

Garmin Express: You can connect the unit to your computer with the supplied USB cable for downloading map updates, custom POIs, voices, and vehicles. You will need to download the Garmin Express software to update your maps and register the unit. Garmin Express requires Windows 7 SP1 or newer or Mac OS X 10.11 or higher.

RV Parks and Services Directory: The Garmin RV 785 & Traffic includes a directory of thousands of RV parks and campgrounds, as well as service locations in the coverage area. You can search for sites with various amenities, including hookups (full, electric, water, pull-throughs, dump stations), accessibility (pet-friendly, handicap, big-rigs), recreational (boating, fishing, swimming, cable TV, internet), and service (truck stops, towing, repairs, tires). Additional content from Ultimate Public Campgrounds, KOA, iOverlander, and PlanRV.

Customized RV Routing: The included maps feature RV-related restrictions, such as bridge heights, and related information for most major highways. After entering your RV's dimensions (height, weight, width, and length), the device will find routes that are suitable for your RV. While traveling, the unit will display the elevation grade of your current route.

Avoidances: You can program the unit to avoid certain things that may be undesirable on your route. The device can avoid areas with environmental or emissions restrictions that may apply to your vehicle. Other examples of things that can be avoided include U-Turns, Highways, Carpool Lanes, Unpaved Roads, and Ferries. You can also add Custom Avoidances for certain areas and roads.

Bluetooth: The RV 785 & Traffic has built-in Bluetooth technology. This allows you to sync the unit with a Bluetooth-enabled device for hands-free calling through its integrated microphone and speaker. You can make and receive phone calls as long as the devices are within 33 feet and paired.

microSD Card Slots: The RV 785 & Traffic has two microSD card slots: one for the dash cam, and the other for optional map updates. An 8 GB Class 10 microSD card is included for recording video from the dash cam. The second microSD card slot lets you store and use optional City Navigator maps (available from Garmin), or download and save vehicle icons from the Garmin Garage. The unit will accept microSD cards up to 64 GB.

Magnetic Mount: The unit comes with the Garmin Suction Cup and Magnetic Mount. The mount has an extra large 3" diameter suction cup for mounting the device on your windshield or dashboard. The RV 785 attaches to the mount with a strong magnet, allowing you to remove the device from the mount easily, without having to disconnect any cables. The mount has a Micro USB port for connecting the included vehicle power adapter/traffic antenna, and a 3.5mm video input for an optional Garmin backup camera.

Power Requirements: The Garmin RV 785 & Traffic is powered by your vehicle's battery using the included 12-volt vehicle power adapter. The built-in Lithium-Ion battery will provide up to 2 hours of use after a full charge. The included GTM 36 power adapter contains the required antenna for Garmin Traffic services.

Optional Backup Cameras: The RV 785 & Traffic is compatible with the Garmin BC35 Wireless Backup Camera (sold separately). The BC35 helps you to see what's behind your vehicle when backing up. The camera can pair via Wi-Fi to the RV 785 & Traffic and transmit a clear view from the rear of your RV. (The transmitter should be installed within 10 feet of the RV 785.) The BC35 is hardwired to your vehicle's reverse light circuit, which powers the camera on when you shift the vehicle into reverse. Wiring it to a constant power circuit lets you view the camera's video at any time. Up to 4 BC35 cameras can be paired to the RV 785 at once to provide multiple views of your RV. The RV 785 & Traffic also has a 3.5mm composite video input for connecting a wired backup camera.

Dash Cam Features

Built-in Dash Camera: The Garmin RV 785 & Traffic has a built-in dash camera for recording the view of the road ahead as you travel. Recorded footage is automatically saved if an incident is detected, including the GPS details of when and where it occurred. You can also manually save your footage at any time. The video (and audio, if enabled) is recorded onto the provided 8 GB microSD card inserted into the slot behind the removable back panel. Class 10 or higher microSD cards from 4 to 64 GB are supported. You can set the video resolution to 1080p for best quality video, or 720p to save more video to the memory card.

Viewing Videos and Photos: Recorded videos (MP4 format) and photos (JPEG format) stored on the memory card can be viewed on the device. You can view or transfer footage to your computer by connecting the device, or inserting the memory card, into your computer. When you pair the RV 785 to the Garmin Drive app, you can view or transfer videos or photos on your smartphone.

Camera-assisted Features: The built-in dash cam enables many advanced features on the RV 785 & Traffic. The Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) provides warnings and alerts of potential dangers as you drive. These features include the Forward Collision Warning and Lane Departure Warning systems. The FCWS alerts you when the device detects that you are not maintaining a safe distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. The LDWS alerts you when the device detects you may be crossing a lane boundary unintentionally.

Navigation Features

Garmin Real Directions: The RV 785 & Traffic features Garmin Real Directions with easy-to-understand driving directions using recognizable landmarks, buildings, and traffic lights, in addition to spoken street names.

Voice Command: You can use your voice to activate and operate the RV 785 & Traffic . Voice Command allows you to use the device by speaking words and commands and following the voice prompts. After speaking a predetermined Wakeup Phrase, you can enter the names and/or address of popular, well-known locations. If necessary, you can disable voice prompts without muting the device, so you'll still hear the audible directions as you travel.

Garmin Drive: Garmin Drive is a smartphone application that allows the device to download live data using your phone's data connection, and transferring the data wirelessly via Bluetooth. The free Garmin Drive app provides access to real-time services, such as live traffic, basic weather and live parking. Where available, photoLive traffic cameras let you view live photos of more than 10,000 traffic cameras to see traffic and weather conditions. Notifications from your smartphone, such as text messages, calendar reminders, or app alerts, are sent to the RV 785 & Traffic for viewing. Garmin Drive is compatible with devices running iOS 11.3 or later, or Android 6.0 or higher.

Garmin Traffic: Traffic reports help you avoid tie-ups that may delay your travel. Here (formerly NAVTEQ) collects, processes, and distributes real-time traffic conditions. Two traffic services are available with the RV 785 & Traffic: Live Traffic and Garmin Traffic. If you pair the RV 785 & Traffic with your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone, and use the free Garmin Drive app, you can receive Live Traffic information through the app. Live Traffic data is updated minute-by-minute, and the alerts are fairly specific ("Stalled car in left lane." "Debris in roadway"). When the included GTM36 Car Charger is used with the RV 785 & Traffic, Garmin Traffic information is received by the device and displayed on the screen. Garmin Traffic data is updated every five minutes, and the warnings are more generic ("Slow traffic ahead." "Accident ahead.").

Points of Interest: The built-in maps include millions of Points of Interest (POIs) from the vast Foresquare database, such as hotels, restaurants, gas stations, attractions, and ATMs. With the help of TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site, you can view ratings for many of your destinations. A travel database from The History Channel provides additional pictures and descriptions of notable historic sites, monuments, museums, and parks.

Active Lane Guidance: Active Lane Guidance with voice prompts lets you know in advance which lane you should to be in to make an upcoming turn. In select metropolitan areas, the RV 785 & Traffic will enter split screen mode to display the photoReal junction view, a realistic depiction of the junction, complete with road signs and brightly-colored arrows to indicate the proper lane for navigation.

Map View Options: You can choose from a 3D map view or two 2D map views (Track Up or North Up) as you navigate to your destination.

Speed Limits: As you travel along a major road or street, the speed limit is displayed on the screen alongside of the vehicle's speed display. If you are exceeding the speed limit, a tone will sound, and the color of the vehicle speed indication will change to red. If the highway's posted speed limit has changed since the last map update, you can change the speed limit display on the unit.

Where Am I?: The "Where Am I?" feature gives you instant access to important information in case of an emergency. When you touch the vehicle icon on the map screen, the "Where Am I?" feature provides 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.

Up Ahead: As you travel along your route, the Up Ahead feature constantly indicates the location of nearby businesses, including gas, food, lodging, restrooms, parking, and banks and ATMs. The locations are shown as icons, some with brand logos, and when the icons are touched on the screen, details of the services are displayed, and you are given the opportunity to navigate to that address.

Destination Search: When the Where To? button is pressed, you can use the search tools to find your destination and plan your route. The search tools allow you to search for cities, addresses, intersections, or coordinates. The Search Bar lets you directly enter a category, brand name, address, or city name. The unit's memory stores the last 50 locations you have found so you can quickly find a previous destination.

Trip Planner: You can plan your next RV trip using the Trip Planner app on the device. After selecting your starting location, you can add destinations until you trip planning is complete. The unit can automatically optimize the order of the destinations in your trip to create a shorter, more efficient route. Each trip you plan can be saved in memory until you are ready to make the trip again.

Where I've Been/Trip Log: The Where I've Been application allows you to view your previous routes and places you have stopped on the map. In addition, the device keeps a Trip Log, which is a record of the path you have traveled. The Travel History setting must be enabled in order for the Where I've Been and Trip Log features to function.

GPS Simulator: When indoors, you can activate the built-in GPS simulator and practice using the unit. This turns off the GPS receiver so it's not searching for satellites, saving battery power.