FM Traffic Provider database missing

I suggest you try resetting the device by following the instructions in the owner's manual. If the issue persists, it may be due to an error in the map database. You can try reinstalling the maps to the memory card after unlocking them for your device. If you are still experiencing issues, please contact Garmin Product Support for further assistance .
Correcting the Message "Can't Unlock Maps" or "Can't Authenticate Maps" on a Garmin Automotive Device ' Garmin Customer Support

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What device are you useing, you might need to update your maps maps contain the new speed limits

I believe in that unit the traffic receiver is in the power cord, where it plugs into the car socket. Make sure you're using the right cord (one that has a traffic receiver in it), and that it's plugged in - should show a green light where it's plugged into the car.

Check the information that came in your box. With my TomTom Lifetime Traffic and Maps, there was an "activation" number on one sheet of paper. I had to activate (per instructions) before I could enable the lifetime goodies.

The first thing I would do is charge the battery fully. Just leave in the cradle overnight. Next, do a blank sync with mtrip (just sync with no files selected). If you're still showing the database error, reflash the firmware and start over. If you're still showing the empty battery...buy a new battery. They're available on ebay.

http://www.mrobe.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=1181&start=30

First make sure the batteries are good and at normal room temperature.
Second, based on your question your touch screen is bad or needs calibrating....
Then
Try to recalibrate your screen:
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1. Have the unit turned OFF and unplugged from power.
2. Slide the power switch to the ON position and hold for about 45 seconds.
3. A message will display on the screen: Press Dot.
4. Once this message displays, release the Power button.
5. Press in the center of the Dot.
6. Keep pressing in the center of the Dot as it moves around the screen.
7. Once this is complete, there will be a message: Calibration Complete.
8. Touch Ok and the unit will restart.

The touchscreen will now be recalibrated.
*Note if unit is running software version 6.00 or newer you will want to follow steps from below.
To recalibrate the touchscreen on your nuvi 205 series follow the steps below:

1. Have the unit turned OFF and unplugged from power.
2. Place your finger in the top left hand corner of the touch screen and apply pressure.
3. Slide the power switch to the ON position.
4. Hold pressure in left corner until the Press dot message appears.
5. Once this message displays, remove your finger from the screen.
6. Press in the center of the Dot.
7. Keep pressing in the center of the Dot as it moves around the screen.
8. Once this is complete, there will be a message: Calibration Complete.
9. Touch Ok and the unit will restart.

The touchscreen will now be recalibrated.

Try a Master Reset:
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Note: A master reset will erase all waypoints or favorites and will restore your unit to the default factory settings. But who cares if you have problems, right?

1. Start with the unit OFF and unplugged from power
2. Touch and hold the lower right corner of the screen with an index finger or the eraser end of a pencil
3. Continue touching and holding the lower right hand corner of the screen then power the unit ON
4. Release the power button when the device powers ON
• You will see a new message: Do you really want to erase all user data?
5. Remove your finger from the touchscreen when this message displays
6. Touch Yes

The device will automatically reset. Follow the on screen prompts then place your device in an area with a clear view of the sky until it acquires satellites.

hey did u hear about andNav http://www.navigadget.com/index.php/2008/09/29/does-t-mobile-g1-really-have-gps-navigation

I called Garmin about the same issue. If you will turn it on and are in one of the 50 metro areas covered it will automatically receive trraffic updates. That is exactly what I did and it worked and I got the same message you did. You do NOT have to sign up, get a code, or anything. Just turn it on in one of the areas and watch for the traffic symbol on the uper left hand side.