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The GPSMAP 296 is a color aviation portable with built-in terrain mapping and alerting. Taking terrain awareness to a whole new level.

Specifications :
Unit dimensions, WxHxD: 5.7"W x 3.2"H x 1.9"D (14.5 x 8.1 x 4.8 cm)
Display size, WxH: 3.2"W x 2.1"H (8.1 x 5.3 cm); 3.8" diag (9.7 cm)
Display resolution, WxH: 480 x 320 pixels
Display type: 256 color TFT with backlighting
Weight: 13.6 ounces (385.5 g)
Battery: rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery life: up to 15 hours (Battery Saver mode, no backlighting)
Voltage range: 11-40
Receiver: 12 channel
IFR or VFR: VFR
Maps, Databases & Memory:
Basemap: yes
U.S. Terrain and Obstacles database: yes
Jeppesen® database: yes
Types of Jeppesen databases: full and ARTCC, FSS frequencies and final approach waypoints
Jeppesen database coverage areas: Americas, Atlantic International or Pacific International
SafeTaxiâ„¢ airport diagrams: no
AOPA Airport Directory: no
Preloaded maps: no
Ability to add maps: yes
Accepts data cards: yes (Garmin data cards)
Built-in memory: internal solid state
Waypoints: 3,000
Routes: 50
Features:
Moving map: yes
Instruments page: yes
Built-in VHF Comm: no
External VHF Comm: no
Built-in HSI: yes
Traffic Information Services (TIS) alerts compatible: no
Audible terrain alerts: yes
Smart Airspace Feature (generates and displays altitude-sensitive alerts): no
Separate serial and USB interfaces: yes
Automatic logbook: yes
Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."): yes
3D map view: no
Auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route): no
Auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation): yes
Choice of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, off road): yes
Route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls etc.): yes
Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest): no
XM WX Weather & Radio for U.S. compatible: no
Automotive-friendly: yes

Labels: garmin, gps