You helped me more than Garmin Tech Support. I just bought a 890 today and was having problems entering RV and Vehicle info but you walked me thru it with ease. The 890 does more than I know and would love to learn how to use more of it features. More videos please !!!!
Good tutorial, but I'd like to know what you think about how it works. We've done 3 trips in the past couple months totaling around 3000 miles and we are not liking this unit at all. Things like telling you to turn into a driveway that is just access into a farmers field, an inability to reroute itself (telling us 30 miles past where we opted to go an alternative way that we needed to turn around), or telling us we needed to turn off the truck route we were on, down a small residential street (it falsely claimed was the truck route, and across railroad tracks that were nearly impassable in a Class C.) We purchased Garmin for their reputation. Heck they make chart plotters for shipping and flying industries. But we find ourselves lacking trust in the information we get from this unit. The final straw was her trying to reroute us both legs of our trip saying that I-20 was closed. It was not either day. I wouldn't recommend this unit to anyone and I've lost faith in Garmin.
First Natan thanks for watching. I have not experienced anything like that as of yet. I really like ours. I really like the voice command option and use it alot. Have you done any updates to the unit? I am wondering if that would improve your experience?
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Great job with this review. I bought this a couple of months ago and didn’t take the time to learn how to use it. I though it was like a regular gps unit, so many extra features you need to take the time to learn how to use. We bought it after we had some really close calls while traveling from Florida to Nova Scotia this summer. Larry
We are so happy to hear that you found the information helpful. That's exactly why we take the time to put these videos together. Thanks for watching Larry
Good vid. Love our 890. The app for your phone is great too. You can input your destination right on your phone without having to remove the unit. Also, it will show your messages from your phone right on the 890’s screen.
Great Video, I am currently doing research for a GPS unit, I have a 22ft Ram Dually and a 33ft Fifth Wheel and really like the features on this Garmin RV 890, Was wondering if you have any new likes or dislikes after using this unit.Would appreciate any info or a follow up video. Thanks Brian
So far no dislikes. The best thing for me is the voice command. It so easy to just say "ok Garmin" and then tell it where you want to go. I also like that it shows the mile markers as you're traveling.
I think you will be very happy with your purchase. I know we are. Congratulations on your new fifth wheel. We wish you many years of happy camping and safe travels! Thanks for watching
Another reviewer said theirs sent them across the George Washington Bridge in NY, and the inner loop of DC - places NOT designed for RV's. Have you had that issue? Is there a setting that would avoid those situations?
I have not had that happen yet. There are settings that you can change from RV to Car mode. It could be that they may have had it in car mode by mistake.
Very well done with all the important information. We are purchasing the 890 before our next trip. We cant wait to use this!! Once again, thanks so much!!
Thanks for the positive feedback and for watching. We are so happy you found it helpful. This is the reason we put so much effort into these videos. We hope you subscribed and will enjoy our future videos. Thanks again!
Thank you. I feel like I just scratched the surface. It is a great tool. I am looking forward to using it when we start our journey north in March. Thanks for watching and safe travels
I did not. After considering what o wanted to use I decided to go with a wireless camera system so I can use it as an observation system going down the road. I also added side cameras.
You absolutely can! Not only can you program it to know what you're towing with your tow vehicle, you also have the option to choose car when navigating.
The problem I'm having and attempting to work out with Garmin and/or RV TripWizard, is to have the unit receive a pre-planned trip (.GPX file) and display that trip properly to navigate from stop-to-stop. If you do pre-planned stops, are you having THIS problem??
I am not. However I enter all my trips and preplan trips directly into my Garmin.im not sure how you are telling me you are trying to enter your trips. I can say that since I have owned the Garmin that I don't use any of the apps I used to anymore. Just the Garmin
Thank you, great info. I have a question or 2, maybe you can help me. We live in New York and we're heading out West for 2 and a 1/2 months in May for our biggest trip yet. We are only RVing for one year.. We have a class C and flat tow our Jeep. We have been using Google maps and RV Life and it works good for us so far. There has only been one time where we lost our signal and got a little jammed up but nothing too serious. Going out West is another story. So we're thinking we mabey should get a Garmin. I just looked on my dashboard and windshield and there really is no room for that huge 8" screen. Even 6" would be to big. Do you think I should just get one that's made for a car? Or do you know if there are any other options? Or is there a small one that I could put in the height of my RV? I like the idea of putting in the height so it don't direct me to any low bridges. I think one that's much smaller would maybe fit ok. I don't need a big screen but I like the idea of having a satellite map instead of something that could lose the signal. I'm just looking for some advice, any help would be appreciated. Also does the Garmin have an attachment where you could hook it up to something other than the window? I'm also gonna try to call the Garmin company hoping to get someone on the phone for ideas. Thanks.
Yes it t does. But I noticed while it is navigating a route it doesnt show up. I'm not sure if there is a setting I can adjust for that or not. I am still getting to know it
If this unit is like older Garmin GPSs; it follows, selecting what data is displayed durning navigation map didplay; for example, instead of miles to destination click on that display value and select elevation or other available trip metrics.
I am curious if when planning a trip if the unit has any features to help with fuel stops along the route? In other words can I predetermine where to stop for diesel based on mileage? Thanks for the informative video!
You can search that category, however I think it will only search so far out from your current location. Unless you put in a destination. Then yes you can add way points along the route. I use an app for my diesel discount card and then plug that address into my trip. Works out pretty good that way for me. I hope that answered your question.
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@@Jonesin2Go thank you for the info, looks like what we need. We are still new at RVing. I am glad we found your channel and have subscribed. Looking forward to all your videos.
I will try it and let you know. I have never put a zip code in I just usually use voice control and say a city name after the name of where I want to go. For example an rv park name then the city.
Mine goes to sleep and sometimes won’t wake up for next turn, or early enough to warn of upcoming turns. I’m sure it’s something I’m doing. But a nice unit
@@Jonesin2Go No. We haven't mounted in the truck yet, so just trying to learn before we start out. Retiring end of March, tax man said we needed to buy our ford dually in 2020, and the 5er after I retire. So bought the 890 for the wife (future navigator) as a Christmas present. And taking the 890 on our short trips in the truck to learn the unit
@@Jonesin2Go hope so, will have to give that a try. Follow up ... yep, that’s it. In the settings menu, under display, there’s a setting for “sleep” after x mins “Off Powered Dock”. So while in active navigation mode, I assume you need to be in that powered dock for “turn by turn” navigation. So I’ll be testing that once I fully mount in the truck.
May followup:. Confirmed that was the issue. The unit.needs to have power plugged in. We use our dock now and zero issues now. While actively navigateing (in a turn by turn route) have the unit in it's powered dock
Just got mine today and paired to my s10. Did you have any trouble updating the map? It keeps updating the same map, but always to not be successful, as it still says it needs updating.
So sorry to take so long to respond. I don't think that it does. That's a very good idea and suggestion. I will play around with it and see if I can find any. If I do I will let you know.
Every rv needs this. Keep you out of trouble
You helped me more than Garmin Tech Support. I just bought a 890 today and was having problems entering RV and Vehicle info but you walked me thru it with ease. The 890 does more than I know and would love to learn how to use more of it features. More videos please !!!!
Thanks for watching. Happy to hear you found it useful.
Good tutorial, but I'd like to know what you think about how it works. We've done 3 trips in the past couple months totaling around 3000 miles and we are not liking this unit at all. Things like telling you to turn into a driveway that is just access into a farmers field, an inability to reroute itself (telling us 30 miles past where we opted to go an alternative way that we needed to turn around), or telling us we needed to turn off the truck route we were on, down a small residential street (it falsely claimed was the truck route, and across railroad tracks that were nearly impassable in a Class C.) We purchased Garmin for their reputation. Heck they make chart plotters for shipping and flying industries. But we find ourselves lacking trust in the information we get from this unit. The final straw was her trying to reroute us both legs of our trip saying that I-20 was closed. It was not either day. I wouldn't recommend this unit to anyone and I've lost faith in Garmin.
First Natan thanks for watching. I have not experienced anything like that as of yet. I really like ours. I really like the voice command option and use it alot. Have you done any updates to the unit? I am wondering if that would improve your experience?
Hi Neighbor, Here in Clearwater. Liked your video and channel. Safe travels.
THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME TAG ALONG WITH YOU ! WOULD LOVE TO SEE WHICH BACKUP CAMERA YOU END UP WITH ! I'M LOOKING RIGHT NOW TOO . NO RV TRAILER AT THIS TIME , FOR MY TRUCK NOW . HOPE YOU & FAMILY HAVE A GREAT YEAR TOO 👍 BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU ALL ALWAYS 🙏 ON YOUR JOURNEYS / TRAVELS ! ENJOYED 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨 🍨
Great job with this review. I bought this a couple of months ago and didn’t take the time to learn how to use it. I though it was like a regular gps unit, so many extra features you need to take the time to learn how to use. We bought it after we had some really close calls while traveling from Florida to Nova Scotia this summer. Larry
We are so happy to hear that you found the information helpful. That's exactly why we take the time to put these videos together. Thanks for watching Larry
Good vid. Love our 890. The app for your phone is great too. You can input your destination right on your phone without having to remove the unit. Also, it will show your messages from your phone right on the 890’s screen.
Great help. We just got our RV. And I’d bought a 890 Garmin. I learned a lot from your video, thanks.
Thanks for watching Douglas. I'm happy it was helpful. Safe travels.
Great Job. I have the 890 and have not used it yet.
Thanks for watching. I'm sure you will love the Garmin. It is very easy to use. I really like the voice camand feature
Great Video, I am currently doing research for a GPS unit, I have a 22ft Ram Dually and a 33ft Fifth Wheel and really like the features on this Garmin RV 890, Was wondering if you have any new likes or dislikes after using this unit.Would appreciate any info or a follow up video. Thanks Brian
So far no dislikes. The best thing for me is the voice command. It so easy to just say "ok Garmin" and then tell it where you want to go. I also like that it shows the mile markers as you're traveling.
Thanks for the review. Looks good. Mine will be coming in tomorrow. We’re picking up our new Grand Designs 5th wheel this Friday.
I think you will be very happy with your purchase. I know we are. Congratulations on your new fifth wheel. We wish you many years of happy camping and safe travels! Thanks for watching
Great video. We just ordered ours and will head out for our first trip with the GPS this weekend.
Thanks for watching Darren. I'm glad it was helpful. We hope you like yours as much as we do.
Another reviewer said theirs sent them across the George Washington Bridge in NY, and the inner loop of DC - places NOT designed for RV's. Have you had that issue? Is there a setting that would avoid those situations?
I have not had that happen yet. There are settings that you can change from RV to Car mode. It could be that they may have had it in car mode by mistake.
Very well done with all the important information. We are purchasing the 890 before our next trip. We cant wait to use this!! Once again, thanks so much!!
Thanks for the positive feedback and for watching. We are so happy you found it helpful. This is the reason we put so much effort into these videos. We hope you subscribed and will enjoy our future videos. Thanks again!
@@Jonesin2Go absolutely. I am a subscriber. We live full time in our fifth wheel so all these videos are helpful!! See you around!!
Great video. Nice rundown of features. We just bought the Garmin 785 and can't wait to try it out!
Thank you. I feel like I just scratched the surface. It is a great tool. I am looking forward to using it when we start our journey north in March. Thanks for watching and safe travels
Nice video! I just bought one excited to try it out. Hopefully we get it tomorrow.
Thanks for watching! Absolutely love ours. I really like the voice control.
you mentioned on the backup camera did you make a video on it?
I did not. After considering what o wanted to use I decided to go with a wireless camera system so I can use it as an observation system going down the road. I also added side cameras.
Thanks for the review. I plan on getting the 1090... I am sure that it is very similar if not the same in features.
Really appreciated this video! I've been debating on which Garmin to buy. Now I need to know about that backup camera!
Can I use this as a regular gps? It looks cool because of big screen 📺
You absolutely can! Not only can you program it to know what you're towing with your tow vehicle, you also have the option to choose car when navigating.
Nice very clear explanation. I joined your channel
Thank you very much for the very informative vidéo.
Thanks for watching. We appreciate your support!
The problem I'm having and attempting to work out with Garmin and/or RV TripWizard, is to have the unit receive a pre-planned trip (.GPX file) and display that trip properly to navigate from stop-to-stop. If you do pre-planned stops, are you having THIS problem??
I am not. However I enter all my trips and preplan trips directly into my Garmin.im not sure how you are telling me you are trying to enter your trips. I can say that since I have owned the Garmin that I don't use any of the apps I used to anymore. Just the Garmin
How is the traffic aspect? Did it navigate you around that well?
As long as you have the Garmin drive app yes it will tell you when there are issues ahead.
Thanks
Thank you, great info. I have a question or 2, maybe you can help me. We live in New York and we're heading out West for 2 and a 1/2 months in May for our biggest trip yet. We are only RVing for one year.. We have a class C and flat tow our Jeep. We have been using Google maps and RV Life and it works good for us so far. There has only been one time where we lost our signal and got a little jammed up but nothing too serious. Going out West is another story. So we're thinking we mabey should get a Garmin. I just looked on my dashboard and windshield and there really is no room for that huge 8" screen. Even 6" would be to big. Do you think I should just get one that's made for a car? Or do you know if there are any other options? Or is there a small one that I could put in the height of my RV? I like the idea of putting in the height so it don't direct me to any low bridges. I think one that's much smaller would maybe fit ok. I don't need a big screen but I like the idea of having a satellite map instead of something that could lose the signal. I'm just looking for some advice, any help would be appreciated. Also does the Garmin have an attachment where you could hook it up to something other than the window? I'm also gonna try to call the Garmin company hoping to get someone on the phone for ideas. Thanks.
There are other types of aftermarket mounts that you can use to mount it in Other areas
@@Jonesin2Go Thank you.
Cool features on that thing 👍 I like it 😊
Thanks for watching Stephanie. I really just scratched the surface with this video. It really does do a lot. I am very happy I decided to purchase it.
Great video! A lot of good info. I think I need to get one of these which will be very useful on trips.
Thanks for watching. Yes we highly recommend it if your towing. Really made our trip home from florida easier.
Does this device give you an elevation ? Thanks for such an informative video!
Yes it t does. But I noticed while it is navigating a route it doesnt show up. I'm not sure if there is a setting I can adjust for that or not. I am still getting to know it
If this unit is like older Garmin GPSs; it follows, selecting what data is displayed durning navigation map didplay; for example, instead of miles to destination click on that display value and select elevation or other available trip metrics.
I am curious if when planning a trip if the unit has any features to help with fuel stops along the route? In other words can I predetermine where to stop for diesel based on mileage? Thanks for the informative video!
You can search that category, however I think it will only search so far out from your current location. Unless you put in a destination. Then yes you can add way points along the route. I use an app for my diesel discount card and then plug that address into my trip. Works out pretty good that way for me. I hope that answered your question.
@@Jonesin2Go thank you!
Hi … Thanks it was really great ...
Thank you and thanks for watching and supporting our channel.
We are thinking of getting the 890 but are wondering how folks plug it into a power source with what we already have (back up camera & tireminder)
Oh, and thank you for the video, very well done 👍🏻
This type of splitter may be of help to you. [Upgraded Version] Quick Charge 3.0 Cigarette Lighter Splitter, Qidoe 12V/24V 3-Socket 120W DC Power Car Adapter with LED Voltmeter Main Switch, 8.5A 4 USB Fast Outlets, Three Independent ON/Off www.amazon.com/dp/B07QQX9B7Q/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_6JT7E9CYYNPCTZABWX41. We have ours plugged into an outlet that is inside our center console so it frees up the outlet on the dash for phones. We actually have 3 12v and 2 110 outlets in our truck. And on days we are traveling and filming we use every single one of them. The link we left in the description should take you right to the site and that item we just hade someone tell us they caught it on sale. Thanks for watching. Safe travels
@@Jonesin2Go thank you for the info, looks like what we need. We are still new at RVing. I am glad we found your channel and have subscribed. Looking forward to all your videos.
Wondering if I can get the app on my phone or iPad.
Yes I have the app on my phone. Garmin drive is the app
does the post code / zip code work ok ??
I will try it and let you know. I have never put a zip code in I just usually use voice control and say a city name after the name of where I want to go. For example an rv park name then the city.
how accurate it is for rest stops
It's been pretty spot on for us so far.
@@Jonesin2Go thanks, it and the 785 is on sale so i am going back n forth???
The 890 has more updates. We really like the voice command. It really makes it easy when driving
Mine goes to sleep and sometimes won’t wake up for next turn, or early enough to warn of upcoming turns. I’m sure it’s something I’m doing. But a nice unit
Michael do you keep yours plugged in while using it?
@@Jonesin2Go No. We haven't mounted in the truck yet, so just trying to learn before we start out.
Retiring end of March, tax man said we needed to buy our ford dually in 2020, and the 5er after I retire.
So bought the 890 for the wife (future navigator) as a Christmas present. And taking the 890 on our short trips in the truck to learn the unit
Apparently it has to be in the mount and plugged in. You can also go into the settings and change the sleep time.
@@Jonesin2Go hope so, will have to give that a try.
Follow up ... yep, that’s it. In the settings menu, under display, there’s a setting for “sleep” after x mins “Off Powered Dock”. So while in active navigation mode, I assume you need to be in that powered dock for “turn by turn” navigation. So I’ll be testing that once I fully mount in the truck.
May followup:. Confirmed that was the issue. The unit.needs to have power plugged in. We use our dock now and zero issues now. While actively navigateing (in a turn by turn route) have the unit in it's powered dock
Just got mine today and paired to my s10. Did you have any trouble updating the map? It keeps updating the same map, but always to not be successful, as it still says it needs updating.
The only time I have had any issues was because it wasnt connected to wifi. I just use my hot spot on my phone now and it works great.
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Will this unit tell you where government land is like BLM?
So sorry to take so long to respond. I don't think that it does. That's a very good idea and suggestion. I will play around with it and see if I can find any. If I do I will let you know.