GPSmap 496 Basic Specifications

GPSmap 496 Features:

• WAAS-enabled, 12 parallel channel GPS receiver
• Display Size: 3.75” Diagonal, 480 x 320 pixels
• Display: 256-color, sunlight readable TFT with adjustable backlight
• Unit Dimensions: 5.7” W x 3.2” H x 1.9” D
• Preloaded SafeTaxi airport diagrams
• Built-in AOPA airport directory data
• Smart Airspace™ feature makes it easier than ever to identify what airspace lies ahead
• Built-in Jeppesen database with terrain and obstacle databases
• Terrain/obstacle display with pop-up warnings
• 5 Hz update rate on maps and "Panel" instruments
• Supports optional XM Weather and XM Satellite Radio
• Supports optional TIS traffic alerts
• Preloaded with detailed City Navigator NT street maps and POI database
• Upload custom POIs, including alerts for speed zones, safety cameras, and more
• Provides voice-prompt road guidance when the power/speaker cable is connected
• Accepts standard Garmin data cards and pre-programmed data cards
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery offers 5 to 15 hours of use depending on backlight settings
• Water resistant, IEC 60529 IPX7 standards (submersible to 1 meter for 30 minutes)

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