Top 20 Garmin StreetPilot c550 GPS Receiver Questions & Answers

Contact Garmin or visit their site to see if they have it--better safe than sorry.

Hello,

The Garmin Lock (anti-theft feature) security feature has been activated.
Going back to the security location will unlock the unit but in order to reset the pin code, the original pin code must be input.
You may want to call the rental company and ask them for the pin code.
To unlock the unit, it must be sent back to Garmin.

Here is a video, how to change the battery

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2pFloDPGgM

Regards

The pin can not be reset. The code prevents the unit from being used if it is stolen and the code can only be rest by calling Garmin and it may have to be sent in for repair. They will require proof of ownership. I will attach a link to Garmin support.
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http://www.garmin.com/us/support/contact

In 'favorite' find the wrong home address, hit 'edit' then 'delete' , then put in your correct home address.

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Here's how to reset Garmin Street Pilot C550:

1. Remove the front plate of the c550 by sliding your finger under the groove in the plate below the Garmin mark on the plate.

2. Push the now-exposed reset button. The reset button is located on the same side of the c550 as the power cable connector.

3. Plug the c550 into an external power source to restart the c550 after you have reset it. The factory default settings will be restored.

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you may want to try some free torrent sites such as demonoid.me for all maps

The solution to this problem can be found at http://www.fixya.com/support/r6197735-no_detailed_maps_found_support_routing for garmin nuvi satnavs. I would imagine that streetpilots should be pretty much the same as they're both made by garmin.

The pin is a security code made by the previous owner and is registered at Garmin. The unit would have to be sent back to Garmin to be reset and re-registered. Be careful the GPS was or could been stolen. Thanks for using FixYa

What you do is connect your unit to the computer, VIA USB, then navigate to Garmin.com and look for update maps...

http://www8.garmin.com/updatemaps/

REMEMBER, this download takes a couple of hours....No quick download and go, but it does work....just plan to have enough time available....

Try a "Master Reset" on your StreetPilot c550:

Power the StreetPilot off (ensure that it is not connected to external power)
Touch-and-hold your finger in the lower right corner of the Touchscreen...
Power the StreetPilot on...
Continue to hold your finger there until "Erase all user date?" appears...
Remover finger from the Touchscreen...
Touch "Yes"

If this doesn't work check to see if your item is still under warranty. If not I can provide you with a place that fixes gps' relatively inexpensively. Hope this helps.

Honestly I had the same unit as you do now and I had the same problem you are having. Your better off getting a good blue tooth headset like Jawbone or one of the others that are on the market today. Also while your on your phone you loose the feature of the voice to tell you when to turn and to me I didnt like that either.

I hope this helps you out, if it does please leave me some feed back.

Hello,

To activate your lifetime map subscription log into your garmin account under your my dashboard there will be a section called my maps in this section there is a space where you are able to enter the code for your lifetime map subscription. If you have not registered your unit that will be the first step to getting your subscription activated. Here is a tutorial on how to register your garmin device http://www.gpscity.ca/buzz/2010/09/navigate-through-a-garmin-registration-with-ease.html .

Try unlplugging GPS.
Hold power and bottom right corner.
Then plugging back in whilst holding buttons/screen.
Though you will probably have to get some new batteries for it soon.

The filter is probably blocked.

It is inside the base of the machine.

Take out the filter and clean it and also clean out the filter well as that can also hold quite a bit of debris.

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Hello,

Yes, you can use super glue to reattach the cable. Get a super glue and that should do the attachment. When you apply the super glue, put a little sand and this will make it form like a rock. This will put the cable back together.

I hope you understand the above.....

Good luck.

There is a small button underneath the bezel on the front of the c550. Remove the bezel and the reset button will be visible.

Hello,

First, since you are aware that the battery for your Garmin is defective, I hope you know you can replace the battery. If you need a battery replacement, then you can let me know so that I can direct you in getting the battery.

Second, try resetting the Garmin by follow the below procedures. Resetting sometimes put the unit back in order;

Performing a Standard Reset

1. Slide the power switch all the way to the left (with the Nuvi's screen facing you).
2. Hold the switch in the position for at least eight seconds.
3. Push the switch to the right to power the Nuvi back on.

Performing a Factory Reset

1. Turn your Nuvi off by sliding the power switch to the left.
2. Press your finger against the bottom right corner of the touchscreen. Hold your finger in this position.
3. Slide the power switch to the right to turn the Nuvi back on. Continue to hold you finger against the screen until you see the factory reset prompt. Tap "Yes" to perform the factory reset.

If resetting doesn't help, then you will have to update the GPS. Updating reinstalling the software on the GPS and fixes any hanging or malfunction on the Garmin. Follow the steps below;

1. Plug one end of the USB cable into your GPS and the other end into your desktop or laptop computer. The GPS device will load the appropriate driver automatically, and a message on your GPS tells you that it is connected to your computer via USB.
2. Open your Internet browser of choice and type in the following web addres: "http://www8.garmin.com/support/collection.jsp?product=999-99999-27 "
3. Download the appropriate version of the software for your computer (Windows or Apple) and Install the WebUpdater by following the wizard (accept defaults).
4. Click "Start," "Programs," "Garmin" and " WebUpdater" to update your firmware and your maps. Periodically check and make sure your software is current.

If non of the above helps, please let me know so that I can direct you further.

Good luck.

Hey!

Refer Page 6 of Garmin C550 Owner's Manual.

If you forget your PIN number, drive to your security location where you set the PIN and this will unlock the unit.

For more info, look here.

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Please contact the manufacturer for an unlock code for this unit.
FYI
GPS SYSTEMS HAVE A TENDENCY TO LOSE CONNECTIVITY TO SATILLITES BECAUSE OF BAD WEATHER, CLOUD COVER, TUNNEL ENTRANCE, BAD OR NO POWER, BATTERY LIFE HAS BEEN EXPENDED, HAZARD OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE TO GPS SYSTEMS, AND IMPROPER VEHICLE MOUNTING AND HAND HELD POSITION. FREE SOLUTIONS 1. ALWAYS PLACE YOUR GPS DEVICE IN THE UPPERMOST PORTION OF YOUR VEHICLE SO THAT THE GPS SIGNAL MAY EASILY LOCATE YOUR DEVICE EVEN WHEN THE WEATHER IS BAD 2. KEEP YOUR BATTERY CHARGED ONLY WHEN IT NEEDS IT MOST AND AVOID CHARGING OFTEN 3. IF YOU OVERCHARGE YOUR GPS DEVICE, YOU WILL EXPERIENCE BATTERY LEAKAGE, WHICH CAN EAT AWAY AT YOUR CLOTHING, DESTROY YOUR DEVICE IN SECONDS, AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR VEHICLE SEATS 4. YOUR GPS DEVICE HAS A TENDENCY TO FREEZE BECAUSE OF THE SIM AND MEMORY CHIPS LOCATED WITHIN IT 5. YOU CAN FIX THE FREEZING PROBLEM BY REMOVING THE SIM CHIP AND MEMORY CHIP AND RESTARTING YOUR SYSTEM 6. OTHER FREEZE PROBLEMS OCCUR BECAUSE THE DEVICE IS COLD WHEN IT IS KEPT IN THE VEHICLE AND CHIP CREEK OCCURS WHERE THE DEVICES MICROCHIPS BECOME LOOSE AND TIGHTEND BECAUSE OF WARM AND COLDER AIR FLUCTUATIONS. IT IS BEST TO KEEP THE DEVICE IN A PURSE OR ON A TABLE WHERE IT IS NOT SUBJECT TO CONSTANT TEMP. CHANGE 7. PREVENTION OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE IS BEST SOLVED BY: interference from devices located nearby, and even a radio turned on and located really close to your unit. This is normally known as electromagnetic interference to electronics and is very common