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Garmin nuvi 2497LM

Product Code: GAR2497

Garmin nuvi 2497LM car sat nav has a large 4.3-inch touchscreen which can be used in dual orientation and comes preloaded with street-level road maps of Europe which are free to update. The nuvi 2497 also supports voice activated navigation and is Bluetooth enabled allowing hands-free calls. Plus it is smartphone link compatible so you can get information such as weather and PhotoLive Traffic Cameras.

The Garmin nuvi 2497LM also features a split screen which shows the navigation map and Active Lane Guidance or PhotoReal Junction which provides essential information at each junction and exit. Optional speed camera locations are also available.

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Garmin nuvi 2497LM is a mid-range Garmin nuvi in the Advanced series car sat nav and features a 4.3-inch touchscreen display. The units display also offers dual orientation, so you can use it in landscape or portrait mode and it features pinch and zoom technology. The Garmin nuvi 2497LM also supports voice activation which allows you to operate the device via spoken commands such as "go to home" or use the Bluetooth capabilities and use a command like "call Mr Smith".

The nuvi 2497 is part of Garmin's latest 2013 Advanced sat nav range. If you are looking for a larger 5 inch screen and lifetime traffic information then we recommend buying the 2597LMT.

Preloaded with street-level European maps including UK, Western and Eastern Europe the nuvi 2497 is ready to use straight from the box in more than 40 countries. What's more the pre-installed maps are FREE to update for the lifetime of the product - with typically 4 updates available FREE each year.

Garmin nuvi 2497 mid-range sat nav is Bluetooth enabled making it possible to make and receive hands-free calls via the integrated microphone and speaker. The nuvi 2497 also features smartphone link which enables you to get information such as weather, PhotoLive Traffic Cameras and more direct from your nuvi using the Bluetooth connection when paired with a compatible smartphone.

The split screen comes into its own again with both the Active Lane Guidance and the PhotoReal junction. The Active Lane Guidance displays an image of the junction with a bright arrow showing the lane you should be in. The PhotoReal Junction shows images relating to the junction on the screen including surrounding landscape and road signs.

Garmin now offers Garmin Real Directions which uses recognisable landmarks, buildings and traffic lights to guide you to your destination. For example the device may speak “turn right after the cathedral.” The 2497 also displays the estimated time of arrival.

The 2497 has a point of interest database including businesses, stores and restaurants. There is also an Up Ahead feature which will warn you of nearby services, restaurants, petrol stations and stores. The nuvi 2497 also supports voice activated navigation so you can navigate and find points of interest whilst keeping both hands on the steering wheel.

With the Garmin 2497 you can also get (via subscription) the unique Cyclops speed camera database which provides speed camera alerts. On approach to a speed cameras location overspeed warnings and speed limit information is also displayed. Included in the Cyclops database are locations for fixed, mobile, variable limit, average speed cameras, temporary, mobile zones and red light speed cameras. New or moved cameras are constantly tracked and Cyclops checks and updates its central database daily.

The Garmin 2497 navigator also contains a speed limit database and displays your vehicles’ speed for most roads in Europe.

Garmin nuvi 2497 Car Sat Nav FAQs

Do you have a question about the Garmin nuvi 2497LM that's not been answered on this webpage? Please see our car sat nav FAQs for questions from other customers and visitors. Plus if the answer to your question isn't featured, use the online form to ask us for the answer. Alternatively please telephone 01733 777623 Monday to Friday (9:30am-5:00pm) to speak to one of our sales team.

Garmin nuvi 2497 Features

‣View routes on the 4.3-inch touchscreen
‣Street-level here mapping for Europe
‣Enjoy FREE lifetime map updates
‣Voice activated navigation
‣Manual dual-orientation screen - portrait or landscape
‣Displays speed limit, current speed and time of arrival
‣Turn-by-turn guidance with voice prompts
‣Speaks street names e.g. "Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500ft."
‣8-digit postcode - navigate using full UK postcode search
‣Active Lane Guidance guides to proper lane for navigation
‣PhotoReal Junction view displays junction signs
‣Auto re-route fast off-route and detour recalculation
‣Choice of route setup - faster time, shorter distance, off road
‣Auto sort multiple destinations - provides most direct route
‣Speed limit indicator - displays speed limit for most major roads
‣Route avoidance - avoid highways, tolls etc
‣Bluetooth enabled for hands-free calls.
‣World travel clock, currency and unit converter, calculator
‣Optional Cyclops speed camera locations via subscription
‣Rechargeable Li-ion battery - up to 1 hours
‣Built-in Cyclops speed camera database - includes fixed camera locations and mobile hot-spots
‣1 Year manufacturers guarantee

Installation

Garmin 2497LM is a plug-and-play sat nav, it can be set up and removed in seconds. The nuvi 2497LM is powered by an in-car charger that plugs and powers via your vehicles cigarette lighter adaptor. A suction cup mount and cradle attaches to your vehicles windscreen to provide a secure base to view the units screen and navigational instructions. Both the car charger and windscreen mount are in the box when you buy the nuvi 2497LM from ActiveGPS.

Map Coverage

Garmin nuvi 2497LM is preloaded with street-level here maps (formely NAVTEQ) for both Western and Eastern Europe. To view the map coverage for a specific country or region please click the following links for more details: UK and Europe, Middle East and Northern Africa, North America (USA and Canada), Australia and New Zealand.

If you'd like to buy additonal maps for another region e.g. North America or Australia and New Zealand. These can be viewed and purchased via the nuvi 2497 map page.

What's in the box? (when purchased from ActiveGPS.co.uk)

‣Garmin nuvi 2497LM
‣Preloaded City Navigator NT mapping for Europe
‣Lifetime maps
‣Vehicle power cable
‣Vehicle suction cup mount
‣USB cable
‣Quick start manual

Garmin nuvi 2497 Accessories

Looking for accessories and spares for the Garmin nuvi 2497? All parts are genuine Garmin product and specifically designed for use with the nuvi 2497. Accessories available to purchase include a 4.3-inch carry case, GTM 36 traffic and vehicle power charger, suction cup mount, a weighted dashboard mount and mini USB cable.

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Garmin nuvi 2497 Maps

Looking for sat nav maps for the Garmin nuvi 2497? All mapping comes on microSD card with SD card adaptor and is genuine Garmin product and specifically designed for use with the nuvi 2497 Countries available to buy include: UK and Europe, Middle East and Northern Africa, North America (USA and Canada), South East Asia and Australia and New Zealand.

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Garmin nuvi 2497 Questions and Answers

Question: Require replacement power cable for nuvi 2497 LMT. Existing cable no. is GTM26 (not GTM36). Antenna cable is O.K. and does not need replacing. Can you assist please?

Answer: The GTM 26 replaced the GTM 25, the GTM 26 was replaced by the GTM 35 and more recently the GTM 36 replaced the GTM 35. So the GTM you require for your nuvi 2497LMT is the Garmin GTM 36 FM Traffic Receiver.

If you require a vehicle power cable WITHOUT traffic information then you can simply purchase the Garmin nuvi 2497 Vehicle Power Cable, please see third accessory down, after the two case options on the Garmin nuvi 2497 accessory page.

Do you have a question about the Garmin nuvi 2497? Submit your question via our contact page.

Garmin nuvi 2497 Technical Specification

‣Technology: GPS
‣Display: 4.3-inch manual dual-orientation, WQVGA colour TFT with white backlight
‣Power: 12 volt, cigarette lighter
‣Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion up to 2.5 hours (depending on use)
‣Installation: Plug and play
‣Dimensions: Width - 122mm, Height - 76mm, Depth - 19mm
‣Weight: 155g
‣Guarantee: 1-year
‣Garmin nuvi 2497LM manual

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This product is a sophisticated electronic device which requires that you read, understand, and act upon the information given in the instruction manual (usually available via the above 'manual' link). You will need internet access and, in accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations, regularly seek out and accept all firmware or software updates offered by the manufacturer. All GPS devices need to ‘see’ the satellites in the sky. Therefore you will need to know that your vehicle does not have glass that will block or impede the GPS signal.

Updates to this product are via the internet. At this product page we state compatibility with specific versions of current internet connection devices, for example: PC, laptop, MAC, smartphone etc. The Consumer Contract Regulations allow you 14 days, from receipt of purchase, to check compatibility with your internet connection device/s. If you choose to replace or update your PC, MAC etc. neither we nor the manufacturer will be responsible if the new/replacement Operating System (OS) is not compatible with the purchased product.

Why buy from us?

We are official Authorised Internet Retailers for Garmin. We sell genuine Garmin products, accessories and maps. We purchase from assigned Garmin UK distributors. We do not buy on the grey market and we do not sell counterfeit products. You can rest assured that by purchasing from ActiveGPS you will receive the full support of Garmin.

Page updated: 15th November 2024