Let Garmin get you started with your RV 895 or RV 1095 device
Your RV 895 or 1095 will include a vehicle suction cup with powered magnetic mount,
screw-down mount, 1” ball adapter with AMPS plate, vehicle power cable and USB-C™ cable
Let’s begin by going over the device hardware
The power button is located on the side of the device and is to the left of the word GARMIN
This is used for powering the device on and off
Next to the power button is the USB-C™ port,
which is used for connecting to a computer or AC adapter with the included USB-C™ cable
Your microSD™ card can be inserted into the slot next to the USB-C™ port
Using a microSD™ card will provide additional storage space for maps and other data
Volume controls are located on the back of the device above the speaker
The included powered mount contains a USB port for providing power to a compatible Garmin Dash Cam™
This USB port is not designed to charge third-party devices like smartphones and tablets
The 3.5mm stereo aux out port is used for sending
audio to a vehicle stereo aux in port or wired headphones
Now that we have covered the hardware basics, let’s go over mounting and powering the device
It is recommended to have the screw-down mount professionally installed
We will not be covering its installation in this video
Please refer to your owner’s manual for more
information about installing this mount on the dashboard
Your device also includes a 1” ball mount compatible
with select third-party mounting solutions
If you choose to use the ball mount adapter,
you will need to remove the four screws currently in the cradle
These screws will hold the ball mount adapter in place
This mounting option will not fit the included bracket
It is only intended for use in a third-party mount
Please refer to your owner’s manual for more information on using this adapter
The device is designed to receive a charge through the included magnetic
powered mount which will stick to your windshield using the attached suction cup
In this video, we will be installing the RV device on the windshield
Determine where you would like to mount the device on the windshield
Then, clean the area with rubbing alcohol and a microfiber cloth
It is your responsibility to ensure the mounting location complies with all applicable laws and
ordinances and does not block your view of the road during the safe operation of your vehicle
Open the lever of the suction cup
Then, with the lever side pointing toward the top of the windshield,
press the suction cup to the windshield and fully close the lever
Next, plug the vehicle power cable into the port on the mount
The cable will click into place when fully connected
This cable is only intended to be plugged into the port on the magnetic mount
It will not fit into the USB-C™ port on the side of the device
If necessary, loosen the thumbscrew on the suction cup arm and the nut on the ball mount,
and adjust for better viewing and operation
When you are finished adjusting, secure the mount by tightening
the thumbscrew on the suction cup arm and the nut on the ball mount
Then, place the device onto the magnetic mount
Plug the other end of the vehicle power cable into a power outlet in your vehicle
We are now ready to begin the initial setup of the device
If necessary, power the device on
Choose your locale and select “Start”
Then read and accept the End User License Agreement
You will be asked for your consent to Garmin collecting, using and sharing your device data
Select either “Yes” or “No”
Next, you can connect to an available Wi-Fi® network
Select the network you would like to connect to
If necessary, enter a password and select “Connect”
Then, select “Next”
You can connect to the Garmin Drive™ app to access additional features
including live traffic updates, smart notifications and hands-free calling
For more assistance, check out our videos on pairing your RV device
to the Garmin Drive™ app linked in the top right of this video
Then, read and agree to the warning
Now, we will need to create a vehicle profile
Routing and navigation are calculated differently based on your vehicle profile
It is critical that you are as accurate as possible when entering your vehicle information
Select your vehicle type
You would Select “Motorhome” if you have a motorhome with a permanently attached camper
You would select “Motorhome with Trailer” if you have a motorhome pulling a trailer
You would select “Vehicle with Trailer” if you have a camper pulled behind a passenger vehicle
These vehicle profiles will provide turn-by-turn
directions using major roads allowing larger vehicles
Once you select a vehicle type, you can set the trailer configuration if necessary
For this video, we will be selecting the “Motorhome with Trailer” profile
Select your trailer configuration
Select “Travel Trailer” to add a camper pulled using a standard hitch
Select “Boat Trailer” to add a boat trailer pulled using a standard hitch
Select “Trailer” to add a trailer pulled using a standard hitch
If you previously chose “Vehicle with Trailer” as your profile,
you will see an additional “Fifth Wheel” option to add a camper pulled using a fifth-wheel hitch
After selecting your trailer configuration, you can set the characteristics of your vehicle
Select or enter your vehicle’s maximum height, then select “Next”
Then, enter your vehicle’s maximum width
Followed by your trailer width
Next, enter your total length
This includes the length of the vehicle and any trailers combined
Then, enter your trailer length
Enter your total weight of the motorhome and trailer
The vehicle profile requires a total weight of at
least 7,000 pounds or 3.5 tons to calculate RV appropriate routes
The device will not take the vehicle profile into
consideration when calculating a route if the total weight is set below this minimum
Next, enter your trailer weight
Your basic vehicle profile has been created
The wrench button is used to edit information and add additional vehicle information
You can also enter information about onboard propane tanks
The device will use this information to avoid or
provide warnings for any roads with propane restrictions your RV exceeds
Always follow posted regulations and road signs to
ensure compliance with any existing propane restrictions
To begin, select the propane tank icon in the top right of the screen
Then, select “Add Tank”
Next, enter the weight or volume of the tank
You can select “Units” to change the unit of weight or measurement
You can add more tanks if necessary
Select the back arrow when you have added all your propane tanks
Review your vehicle profile and make sure the entered information is accurate
The initial set up has now been completed
If necessary, go to an open area with a clear view of the sky to acquire satellite GPS signals
Lastly, let’s check for available updates to your device
You can use a computer and the Garmin Express software if necessary,
but the Wi-Fi® option requires fewer steps
To successfully complete a Wi-Fi® update,
a wireless connection to home high-speed internet is required
It is important to avoid using a mobile hotspot
Check out our Wi-Fi® Connections video linked in
the top right of this video for tips to ensure your Wi-Fi® update is successful
From the main screen, select “Settings”
Then, select “Updates”
Your device will automatically search for available map and software updates
A blue download arrow indicates an update is available
A green check mark indicates it is up to date
Select “Download” to start all available updates
If you have not connected your device to a power source, you will now be prompted to do so now
A description of what is included in the update will appear
Follow the on-screen prompts
These updates will take an extended period of time
You will not be able to use your device during the update
Once the update has finished downloading,
you will be asked to restart the device so it can install the update
Select “Restart and Install”
Then, select “OK”
Wait for the device to restart
Your RV 895 or RV 1095 is now ready to use
And that’s it!
Thanks for watching!
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