The GPSMAP296 builds on the tradition of Garmin aviation handhelds like the GPSMAP196 and GPSMAP295. New features like terrain cautions and alerts, sectional chart-like topographic data, and a transparent navigation arc view for course, speed, and distance information lead the list of advances. The GPSMAP296 also features USB data transfer, faster processing speed, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.
The GPSMAP 196 offers unprecendented features and utility in an aviation portable. In addition to the built-in Garmin basemap, the GPSMAP 196 accepts all of our MapSource products, and provides turn-by-turn route guidance for street navigation. The unit can operate in three different modes; Aviation, Land, and Water, with user preferences stored independently.
The GPSMAP296 builds on the tradition of Garmin aviation handhelds like the GPSMAP196 and GPSMAP295. New features like terrain cautions and alerts, sectional chart-like topographic data, and a transparent navigation arc view for course, speed, and distance information lead the list of advances. The GPSMAP296 also features USB data transfer, faster processing speed, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.
