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Title: Garmin 2820 Installation |
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Published Date: |
March 23, 2007 |
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Problem:
How to mount my Garmin 2820 between my handlebars (like the factory NAVIII)
without taking away the clean and crisp lines of the RT (this leaves the
Tourtech out). Since I mount my video camera on my BMR Shelf, mounting between
the bars was a perfect location. However, spending over $130 for a BMR NAVIII
mount that may not work was not the answer. My local BMR dealer did not have a
NAVIII mount for me to test fit my Garmin 2820, so that option was out.
My Solution:
I used a small RAM Mount that has worked well. The RAM Mount allows me
to move the GPS to find the exact location that works for me. I purchased the
Garmin motorcycle kit to provide both power and audio out that feeds into my
Autocom solution.
MP3 Playlist:
I wanted to create "playlist" in my Garmin 2820 like I do in my iPod.
Garmin technical support sent me the instructions on how do create a playlist
within the Garmin 2820. Garmin sent me the instructions. However, after several days of the instructions not working, I
contacted Garmin only to find the Garmin 2820 does not support playlist, only
the Garmin Zumo does. I questioned if the Garmin 2820 line will ever support the
playlist function and was informed it would not.
Ram Mount Parts Information:
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Part Number |
Description |
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Purchased at |
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GARSP2820
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Garmin Street Pilot 2820 |
$667.95 |
BuyeRetail.com |
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RAM-COMP
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Compact Base / Cradle Ball Adapter
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$8.00 |
Cycle Gadgets |
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1 |
RAM-SHORTARM
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1-3/4"" Black R-A-M Arm
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$11.50 |
Cycle Gadgets |
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1 |
RAM-SP26
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StreetPilot 26xx/27xx/28xx Cradle Cradle
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$10.00 |
Cycle Gadgets |
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1 |
RCB-CHB-HDW+MIR
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BMW Cast Handlebar Bolt mount + R-A-M Ball
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$25.50 |
Cycle Gadgets |
To see how the Garmin 2820 fits into my overall RT communication design,
click here to view a high-level design view.
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Click to download all pictures in a single WinZip file. (~1.4MB) |
I purchased a RAM mount to mount the Garmin 2820.
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Shows where I plug my laptop into to connect to my Garmin. This
way I dont have to fight to remove the small plug in the rear of the Garmin
unit. |
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This allows easy uploading and downloading of information to and
from my Garmin. |
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Shows what each connection is for |
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Dressed wire bundle behind GPS mount |
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