Garmin GPSMap 556
The Garmin GPSMap 556 is a compact chartplotter that features a high-resolution, super-bright 5” VGA colour display along with an improved high-speed digital design for increased map drawing and panning speeds. It’s ready to go with an easy-to-use interface and a built-in, satellite-enhanced basemap preloaded with marine charts for the UK and Ireland. The Garmin GPSMap 556 also accepts Garmin BlueChart® g2 Vision cards for added features and functionality such as high-resolution satellite imagery, Mariner’s and Fish Eye views and Auto Guidance technology.
Explore the Seas
The Garmin GPSMap 556 comes ready to go with preloaded marine charts for the UK and Ireland. For all other areas, the Garmin GPSMap 556 has a worldwide basemap with satellite images in place of more traditional maps. The Garmin GPSMap 5566 also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. And with an SD card slot, it’s easy to add additional maps without connecting to a computer.
Add Extras with Garmin BlueChart g2 Vision - Please note, the Garmin GPSMap 556 shown is using optional BlueChart g2 Vision
With the optional Garmin BlueChart g2 Vision SD card, you can add a whole new dimension of exceptional features to your chartplotter.
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3D Mariner’s and Fish Eye view provides you with a 3-dimensional perspective of map information, both above and below the waterline
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High-resolution satellite images and aerial photographs help you orient yourself in unfamiliar areas
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Auto Guidance technology searches through all relevant charts to create a route you can actually follow — one that avoids obstacles, shallow water, buoys and other obstructions
What's in the Box:
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Garmin GPSMap 556
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Tilt/swivel mount
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Protective front cover
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Power/data cable
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Documentation
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Unit dimensions, WxHxD: |
5.9" x 6.4" x 2.9" (15.0 x 16.3 x 7.4 cm) |
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Display size, WxH: |
3.0" x 4.0", 5.0" diagonal (7.6 x 10.2 cm, 12.7 cm diagonal) |
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Display resolution, WxH: |
480 x 640 pixels |
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Display type: |
VGA display |
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Weight: |
less than 1.75 lb (0.8 kg) |
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Battery: |
none |
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Battery life: |
none |
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Waterproof: |
yes (IPX7) |
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High-sensitivity receiver: |
yes |
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Antenna: |
internal |
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NMEA input/output: |
NMEA 0183 compatible and NMEA 2000 certified |
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Basemap: |
yes |
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Preloaded maps: |
yes |
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Ability to add maps: |
yes |
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Built-in memory: |
none (cannot load maps to internal memory) |
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Accepts data cards: |
SD™ card slot |
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Waypoints/favorites/locations: |
3,000 |
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Routes: |
100 |
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Track log: |
20,000 points; 50 saved tracks |
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Garmin radar compatible: |
no |
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Garmin sonar compatible: |
no |
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Garmin Marine Network™ compatible: |
no |
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Touchscreen: |
no |
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Supports AIS (tracks target ships' position): |
yes |
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Supports DSC (displays position data from DSC capable VHF radio): |
yes |
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Audible alarms: |
yes |
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Tide tables: |
yes |
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Hunt/fish calendar: |
no |
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Sun and moon information: |
yes |
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3-D map view: |
yes (with optional BlueChart g2 Vision card) |
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Auto Guidance: |
yes (with optional BlueChart g2 Vision card) |
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XM WX Weather & Radio for U.S. & Canada compatible: |
yes |
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Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads): |
no |
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Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."): |
no |
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Speaks street names (e.g. "Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft."): |
no |
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Headphone jack/audio line-out: |
no |
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Audio/video input/output: |
no |
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Portable: |
no |
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Automotive/motorcycle-friendly: |
no |
