Garmin 205 help

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For My Light Aug 2012 8:36pm, 20 Aug 2012 6,876 posts	0 For My Light I can turn my Garmin on when on the cradle, but nothing when not on cradle. I have tried both soft and hard reboot Help?
For My Light Aug 2012 9:24pm, 20 Aug 2012 6,877 posts	0 For My Light boing
RunningInCircles Aug 2012 9:38pm, 20 Aug 2012 696 posts	0 RunningInCircles No knowledge of the 205. But the symptoms point towards a dead battery... Warranty?
FreshStart Aug 2012 9:43pm, 20 Aug 2012 142 posts	0 FreshStart This probably isn't at all helpful but as it sounds lile a battery related issue have you tried this link http://support.garmin.com/support/searchSupport/case.faces?caseId={6d466200-f520-11dc-6b0f-000000000000}
For My Light Aug 2012 9:43pm, 20 Aug 2012 6,878 posts	0 For My Light Thats the conclusion I am coming too.... I've had it nearly 5 years, so long past the warranty Anyone know anyone who can replace battery. Only found US websites for this
FreshStart Aug 2012 9:45pm, 20 Aug 2012 143 posts	0 FreshStart That link didn't work Can the battery in my Forerunner be replaced? Some devices utilize a user-replaceable battery. Reference the FAQ, "How do I change the battery in my FR70, FR60, or Forerunner 50?" for assistance with this process. Many of our Forerunners utilize a rechargeable, lithium battery. This battery has an expected life of about 1,000 charges and is not user replaceable. It will need to be replaced by Garmin via the RMA process. Often power issues are not related to a battery failure. If Forerunner is not charging or is quickly losing power, try cleaning the charging contacts on the back of the device and on the charging equipment with rubbing alcohol and Q-tip. This will remove any possible invisible residue. If a battery power issue is still present, it is possible the issue is software related, in which a software update is suggested. Refer to support FAQ, "How do I update the device software on an ANT enabled Forerunner device?" for wireless devices or "Can I update my unit software without using the WebUpdater?" for all other Forerunners. support.garmin.com 205
FreshStart Aug 2012 9:47pm, 20 Aug 2012 144 posts	0 FreshStart There is a 'request service' option on the link I just posted but it looks like it covers the UK as well: United States and United Kingdom Customers Only United States and United Kingdom customers can submit online service and replacement requests at this time.
southcoastclaret Aug 2012 10:01pm, 20 Aug 2012 52 posts	0 southcoastclaret Options are either make use of Garmin's service where they will supply you with a refurbed model (as new) about £50, or there is a guy advertises on ebay - about £30 or so to replace the battery (with a better one), but there is a chance the speaker won't work afterwards (prob a bit of a wait as well as he is in the states). May be other people in the uk prepared to give it a go.
For My Light Aug 2012 7:45pm, 21 Aug 2012 6,879 posts	0 For My Light Thanks everyone, rang Garmin and will replace mine with a refurb one for £47
Old Man Aug 2012 12:31am, 22 Aug 2012 1,206 posts	0 Old Man FML, I've used that service in the past, simply excellent, no hassle, soon sorted, problem solved!! Not worth giving it any more thought IMHO