Navigon: Navi does not start - you can do that
If your Navigon device no longer starts, this is usually due to a software error. We show you how to solve the most common problems with the Navigon sat navs and how to get your navigation device up and running again.
Navigon doesn't start anymore - what to do?
- Battery: Connect your navigation device to the power and let it charge for a few minutes. If it has not been used for a long time, the device may be deeply discharged. If the following instructions are unsuccessful, you can open the device and remove the battery and then reinsert it. If the battery is defective, it can be replaced inexpensively.
- Soft reset: If the system hangs up, a soft reset often leads to quick success. Pick up a pointed object and press the reset button on the bottom or back of the device.
- Hard reset: All data is irrevocably deleted! Only carry out the instructions if you have saved your data beforehand. Simply hold down the on / off button for around 10 seconds. The restoration should then be offered on the display or carried out directly.
Navigon does not start: Reset device on the PC
With the Navigon Fresh software, you can reset your navigation device to the factory settings on your computer.
- To do this, connect your navigation system to the PC using the USB cable and start the software. Ideally, your navigation system will be recognized directly.
- If you click on "Restore device" under "My Navigon device" above, all settings and data on the navigation system will be deleted.
- The current firmware for the device is then downloaded and installed. Your navigation system should now start properly again and function properly.
In the next practical tip we will show you how to update your Navigon manually. You can also download the free administration and synchronization software for your Navigon navigation system here.