Thursday, August 13, 2009

Garmin GPSMAP 496 with XM Weather (Americas) From Garmin Ltd.

Garmin GPSMAP 496 with XM Weather (Americas)

Garmin GPSMAP 496 with XM Weather (Americas)
From Garmin Ltd.

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Product Description

Upgrades include: Garmin SafeTaxiTM data provides detailed taxiway diagrams and position information for over 650 US airports Smart Airspace automatically highlights airspace close to the pilots current altitude and de-emphasizes airspace away from the current altitude Built-in AOPA Airport Directory offers detailed listings of over 7,400 US airports, including information about FBOs, ground transportation, local attractions and much more Preloaded automotive street mapping for all of North America, with turn-by-turn voice promptsno software loading required Enhanced terrain and aviation databases (including private airports) for even better situational awareness Faster 5 Hz GPS updating of map data and panel page gives a smoother, nearly real-time presentation of turn coordinator and HSI. WeatherLike the 396, the new Garmin 496 displays XMs revolutionary satellite datalink weather, including NEXRAD radar images, METARs, TAFs, TFRs, satellite imagery, ground-based lightning and much more. All of this weather information can be overlaid on the map display. TerrainThe 496 features Garmins impressive terrain warning system, which shows the relative height of all nearby terrain and obstacles. It even offers pop-up alerts with voice warnings. NavigationYouve come to expect incredibly accurate navigation information from Garmin GPSs, and the 496 is no different. The bright, colorful moving map display and the smooth panel page offer superb situational awareness and plenty of customization options. And the easy-to-use automotive mapping means the 496 is just as useful in the car as in the plane. TrafficWhen connected to a Garmin GTX 330 Mode S transponder or a Zaon PCAS XRX, the Garmin 496 will even display traffic. Each target is displayed on the map page, and the 496 will also issue pop up alerts for aircraft that are a threat. Its truly a portable multi-function display.


Product Details

  • Brand: Garmin

Features

  • The latest from Garmin the Garmin 496 GPS with XM Weather!
  • The Garmin GPSMAP 496 represents the most sophisticated portable navigator ever. Its bright color screen
  • advanced mapping capabilities make it an ideal companion for both VFR and IFR pilots.
  • XM satellite weather information and terrain warning features greatly enhance safety.
  • It truly is a portable multi-function display.

Customer Reviews

Contains both aviation and auto navigation with real time weather reports!5
Even if you are not a pilot this GPS is the one to get. It contains both aviation and auto navigation. This gives you much more detail especially around airports when you are driving. You can also get real time weather reports. This is a great asset particularly if you drive in hurricaine or tornado prone areas. It also contains a topographical terrain database perfect if you are also a camper or hiker. So whether you fly, drive, hike or camp this GPS does it all.

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