GARMIN 010-00522-00 Streetpilot C550 GPS Receiver | 
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| Brand: Garmin Category: CE
List Price: $399.99 Buy New: $151.99 You Save: $248.00 (62%)
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Avg. Customer Rating: 324 reviews Sales Rank: 228
Format: Cd Platform: Windows Color: Li-Io Media: Electronics Autographed: No Memorabilia: No Batteries Included: Yes Operating System: Windows Native Resolution: 320 x 240 Display Size: 3.5 Includes MP3 Player: 1 Size: Garmin Part #010-00522-00 Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6 Dimensions (in): 6.5 x 6.5 x 6.5 Speed Distance Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 010-00522-00 Model: 010-00522-00 UPC: 753759054489 EAN: 0753759054489 ASIN: B000EXU4YK
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| • | 2.1-InchH X 2.8-InchW Automotive-Grade, Sunlight-Readable, Anti-Glare Tft Lcd Display | | • | Select Destinations From The User-Friendly Touch-Screen Interface | | • | Automatically Calculate Routes To Any Destination | | • | Provides Turn-By-Turn Voice-Prompted Directions | | • | Preprogrammed With Highly Detailed City Navigator North America Street Data |
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Amazon.com Product Description The Garmin StreetPilot c550 GPS Vehicle Navigator represents the ultimate in GPS performance and simplicity. This portable navigator comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded maps and a wealth of options. Delivering the same easy to use and affordable navigation as Garmin's c300 series of vehicle navigators -- including a simple touchscreen interface, automatic route calculation, turn-by-turn voice-prompted directions, and over six million points of interest -- the StreetPilot c550 also offers Bluetooth wireless technology with hands-free calling, an integrated traffic receiver, an MP3 player, and much more.  The StreetPilot c550 delivers high-end GPS navigation, and is easy to use right out of the box. |  Navigation is easy with a touchscreen interface, voice-prompted directions, and more. View larger. |  Compatible with Bluetooth wireless phones for hands-free calls. View larger. | Advanced Wireless and GPS Technology At the heart of the StreetPilot c550 is a high-sensitivity WAAS-capable GPS receiver by SiRF that provides outstanding acquisition times and the ability to maintain a strong signal under heavy foliage and near city skyscrapers. This means you'll always know precisely where you are. Meanwhile, an automotive-grade, sunlight-readable, 2.8 x 2.1-inches (WxH) anti-glare TFT LCD touch-screen display offers easy readability. With dimensions of 4.4 x 3.2 x 2.2-inches (WxHxD), and at about nine ounces in weight, the StreetPilot c550 features a streamlined design that will fit easily on any dashboard with the included vehicle suction mount. The unit also features Garmin Lock -- an advanced anti-theft feature that disables the unit from performing any functions until you type in a specific four-digit PIN or take the unit to a predetermined location. The StreetPilot c550 also includes Bluetooth technology integrated with a microphone and dual speakers that lets you make hands-free mobile phone calls on a compatible Bluetooth wireless phone. You can view incoming calls on your c550, and simply tap the screen to answer. Just speak into the built-in microphone while staying focused on your driving. In addition, you can retrieve and dial numbers from your personalized phone book or the phone's call history log. You can also make calls from the more than six million points of interest database -- which includes hotels, restaurants, stores, and much more. Another feature unique to the c550 is its integrated traffic capabilities. The c550 includes the GTM 20, an integrated FM TMC traffic receiver with a free three-month trial subscription (for U.S. customers only). The GTM 20 notifies you of traffic conditions, construction and weather delays, and automatically suggests alternative routes. The navigator also comes with preloaded maps of North America and includes automatic routing, 2D or 3D map perspective, and turn-by-turn voice directions that speak street names -- making navigation as easy as it gets. An included MP3 player lets you enjoy music from your digital collection while you drive, and an included SD memory card expansion slot means that you can load optional software, such as language and travel guides -- making travel even easier and more entertaining than ever. What's in the Box StreetPilot c550, Preloaded City Navigator NT for North America or Europe (full coverage), FM traffic receiver with vehicle power cable, Real-time traffic services, Vehicle suction cup mount, Dashboard disk, USB cable, Carry case, Quick reference guide Product Description The portable StreetPilot c550 comes ready-to-go right out of the box with plenty of options. This navigator delivers the same, easy-to-use, affordable navigation as our popular selling c300 series with many enhancements. Garmin Lock anti-theft feature that disables the unit from performing any functions until you type in a specific 4-digit PIN or take the unit to a predetermined location. Features exclusive to the StreetPilot c550 include Bluetooth technology integrated with a microphone and dual speakers for hands-free mobile phone calls on a compatible phone. View incoming calls on your c550, and simply tap the screen to answer. Just speak into the built-in microphone while staying focused on your driving. Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free calling Voice announces streets by name Configurable car icons Preloaded maps for all of North America Fingertip touch-screen interface Look up addresses and points of interest Choose 2D or 3D map perspective Upload custom POIs, including alerts for speed zones and safety cams Add optional software with SD memory card expansion slot Voice - Navigation instructions and warnings with TTS (text-to-speech) Waypoints - 500 with name and graphic symbol Trip computer - Resettable odometer, timers, average and maximum speeds Phone book - Stores contact numbers from paired phones that support book transfer GPS Performance Receiver - SiRFstarIII high-sensitivity GPS receiver Interfaces - USB 2.0 full-speed Power Input - 12/24v Dc Usage - 15w maximum at 13.8v Dc Battery life - up to 8 hours Unit Dimensions - Width 4.4 x Height 3.2 x Depth 2.2 inch (11.3 x 8.2 x 5.6 cm) Unit Weight - 0.59 pounds (269 grams)
Product Description Make every turn the right turn with this easy-to-use system– featuring built-in traffic info to help you avoid delays.- Pre-loaded, detailed street maps for the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico
- Text-to-Speech feature speaks out actual street names before every turn
- Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free calling with compatible phones
- Real-time traffic module built directly into the 12V adapter (includes complimentary 3-month subscription)
- Bright, anti-glare, 3.5" LCD screen
- Rechargeable battery runs for 8 hours on a single charge
- Built-in MP3 player with drag-and-drop functionality
- USB interface for easy hook up to your computer
- 1-year limited warranty
With advanced features like Bluetooth technology, integrated traffic capabilities and a built-in MP3 player, this do-it-all GPS receiver will get you where you need to go– with more convenience than ever.
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Love it! October 15, 2008 This product is amazing! While you are driving it shows you exactly where you are. If you go off course then it tells you how to get back on course. This will be great for detours or avoiding heavy traffice. Also, it is very easy to use!
Great Value October 14, 2008 The Street Pilot C550 is a great buy. It has almost every feature of the high end navigators without the high price. The phone feature is not working right. The other party has hard time hearing you while talking. The satelite signal takes a minute or two for the GPS but other than that I am very happy with the purchase. The battery doesn't last 8 hours but long enough in case you have a motorcycle and want to take it with you.
GARMIN 010-00522-00 Streetpilot C550 GPS Receiver October 13, 2008 Pro Good product and value for money.
Cons If it can't find the satelites, goes to the indoor mode & to make it work we need to reboot the toy. Guess its windows based ;)
Received non-working instrument October 13, 2008 I have been looking to own this GPS for a while, finally I received the product in main on time. I was so excited to use. When I switched on the unit, it dispalyed "acquiring sattellite link please wait.....", I have waited for very near an hour or so but the link didn't come. Hoping that it will work next day. But the instrument died when I switched on next day. Even when I plug in the instrument, it was not being charged. Finally I have to return the product. But return was good though........I got my money back on time.
A very capable unit October 12, 2008 This can do everything it advertises, with no problems. It's easy to mount, easy to set up, easy to use. I haven't used the traffic detection yet, so I don't know how good that is. But I've used this in two different cities, with successful directions for the most part.
Trying to find a place is natural enough, as it breaks things down into multiple categories (example, Places - Food - Pizza, etc.) and returns places that are currently closest to you. You can also enter the address if you know it. You can also set a hot button to Home, which is nice to have a set favorite location to go to. The Bluetooth integration is nice too. It will give you a hands free setup, if you don't already have one.
Of course there are some quirks that I found, which may or may not have solutions. The primary one is that once you enter your destination, and receive your path route, there isn't an easy way to get an overview to ensure it is taking you to the right place. Zooming way out on the map far enough, is rather painful. So, there is an element of trust that needs to go on. Luckily it hasn't steered me wrong yet (that I know of). The other minor quirk is that trying to browse places isn't as good as I'd like. I was in a strange city (Kansas City) and wanted to find good places to go. The places it returned to me seemed limited compared to what I had seen earlier in Google maps. But, it did return enough that we had a good time with what was provided.
All in all, I would recommend this unit, since it definitely does what it is supposed to ,and it does it well.
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