How long will a Zumo XT run on its own battery?

[Peteoz]

If use your battery for the power source you shouldn't have to remove any tupper ware .... just make sure the HOT wire is fused ..... Mike :thumbup:

The XT actually requires no fuse due t its wiring harness, Mike :thumbup: . If it is relatively easy to get to the battery on an RT, the installation is a breeze. The is only one + and one - wire, unlike previous Garmin models. Took me all of 15 minutes to install it on the F3, including taking off one side panel for easier access.

Pete

 

[RayBJ]

If you wire direct to battery, the cradle power will always be on. The 21 RT has a switched 12v easily accessed on the right side.

 

[EdMat]

Have only gone 2 1/2 hrs on mine. Did not check remaining battery level before I topped it off. Normally it's in the mount so it stays charged. Happened to use it in the car and don't have a mount there.