The GPSMAP 296 builds on the tradition of Garmin aviation handhelds like the GPSMAP 196 and GPSMAP 295. New features like terrain cautions and alerts, sectional chart-like topographic data, a built-in obstacle database of the U.S., and a transparent navigation arc view for course, speed, and distance information lead the list of advances. The GPSMAP 296 also features USB data transfer, faster processing speed, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack. Press a button, and you have your choice of the unit's automotive or marine modes.

An automatic logbook also calculates your flight time and automatically records departure and arrival locations. When used with Garmin's free logbook software, FlightBook, this feature makes light work of maintaining your logbook. Your flight information will be stored in the unit and can be downloaded to this exclusive Flightbook software at any time.

Garmin delivers terrain awareness in an intuitive Terrain mode on the GPSMAP 296. The unit combines GPS position, GPS altitude and topographical mapping to give pilots a vivid depiction of potential terrain hazards.

Package includes:

• Choice of Basemap: Americas, Atlantic or Pacific
• Adjustable yoke mount
• Automotive mount
• Cigarette-lighter adapter
• AC power adapter
• USB-PC interface cable
• Low-profile remote GPS antenna
• Carrying case
• Free Jeppesen® update certificate
• Trip & Waypoint Manager software
• Owner’s manual
• Quick-reference guide

GPS296 Features:

• WAAS-capable GPS receiver for enhanced lateral/vertical guidance
• Crisp, high-resolution display (480 x 320 pixel count), 256-color TFT display (3.8 inches diagonally)
• 3.8"-diagonal display; 480 x 320 pixels
• 5.7" W x 3.2" H x 1.9" D unit dimensions
• 200-MHz processor for fast redraw and routing
• Up to 15 hours battery life (typical use backlight conditions); 8 hours full backlight brightness
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack
• GA 26C remote antenna
• Automotive and marine modes for easy navigation in a vehicle or boat
• Detailed basemap includes highways, major roads, borders, rivers, lakes, and tide stations
• Accepts data from Garmin’s MapSource products (City Select for driving, BlueChart for saltwater, and Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots® for freshwater)
• 15/11 (text/voice) languages
• Waterproof to IEC 60529 IPX7 standards (submersible in 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes)
• Weighs just 12 ounces
• 50 reversible routes (300 waypoints each), 15 saved tracks (700 trackpoints each), TracBack® technology, 3000 waypoints with graphical icon identification
• Adjustable quad-helix receiving antenna with remote antenna capability
• Voice prompt guidance when the 12-volt / speaker cable is connected
• Separate serial and USB interfaces; 2 RS-232 serial ports