The rugged new Garmin nuvi 500 GPS has text-to-speech capability, topographic mapping and a powerful suite of navigational features for driving, biking, boating, geocaching and more.
- Comes preloaded with detailed topographic and City Navigator road maps of the lower 48 U.S. states along with Hawaii and Puerto Rico
- Turn-by-turn voice prompting names streets to help avoid confusion; automatic routing combined with accurate, detailed road maps keep you on track
- Specialized cycling, marine, automotive and pedestrian modes offer specific features for a wide array of activities
- Bright 3.5 in. color display offers easy viewing in nearly all lighting conditions; backlighted screen ensures display is viewable at night
- Intuitive touchscreen controls make it easy to scroll through and select options
- 3-D mapping interface provides next turn information, current speed and zoom controls
- Geocaching mode makes it fun and easy to search for hidden caches
- Supports lat./long. grid and datum information for use with a paper map
- Compatible with MapSource TOPO 100K and 24K topographic map software and BlueChart software for boating (sold separately)
- High sensitivity receiver provides rapid first fix; acquires signals in urban canyons and under dense foliage
- Expandable memory with the addition of an SD card (sold separately)
- Mini-USB connectivity makes loading maps and other digital content quick and easy
- Removable, high capacity battery enables extended outdoor use—up to 8 hrs.
- IPX7 waterproofing withstands accidental submersion to 1m for 30 min.
Imported.
Package includes: suction-cup vehicle mount, 12/24 volt adapter cable, dashboard stick disk and quick-reference guide.
View all Garmin Car GPSBest Use | Travel |
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Preloaded Map | Topo Road |
Text To Speech | Yes |
Traffic | Yes |
Custom Points of Interest | Yes |
OS Compatibility | Mac Windows |
Display Size | 2.8 x 2.1 inches |
Screen Pixels | 320 x 240 |
Visual Map Display | Yes |
Color Screen | Yes |
Number of Routes | 10 |
Number of Waypoints | 1000 |
Internal Memory | Expandable SD card slot |
Expandable Memory | Yes |
Altimeter | No |
Quad Helix Antenna | No |
Compact Antenna | Yes |
Position Accuracy | WAAS-enabled 3 meters |
Batteries | Rechargable lithium-ion |
Average Battery Life | Up to 8 hours |
Dimensions | 4.21 x 3.35 x .9 inches |
Weight | 7.6 ounces |