This manual is for the GPSMAP 496 portable aviation receiver
The Garmin GPSMAP 496 is a portable aviation receiver that utilizes Garmin GPS technology, full-featured built-in City Navigator mapping, AOPA Airport Directory, SafeTaxi Airport Diagrams, XM Radio, and XM WX Weather. It is designed to provide route suggestions and serve as a navigational aid for VFR navigation in aircraft, automotive driving, and marine activities.
The manual covers basic operation in Aviation, Automotive, and Marine modes, including how to create flight plans, find nearby points, select approaches, and manage waypoints. It also details the use of specific features such as the Terrain Page, XM Audio, VHF COMM, TIS (Traffic Information Service), and Sonar. Important safety warnings regarding installation, battery handling, and data accuracy are included.
| Product Type | portable aviation receiver |
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| Included Software | City Navigator mapping, AOPA Airport Directory, SafeTaxi Airport Diagrams, XM Radio, XM WX Weather |
No, the unit is designed only as a navigational aid and should not be used for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography.
The unit should not be operated outside the temperature range of -4° to 131°F (-20° to 55°C).