Garmin nüvi 550 GPS Navigation System

Do it all with the rugged, waterproof, multi-mode nüvi 550. Drive, hike, bike or boat — this dynamic device switches modes to navigate your active lifestyle. It's preloaded with detailed street maps for North America or Europe. nüvi 550 provides spoken turn-by-turn directions to your destination and accepts optional maps for any adventure.

Take It Anywhere

nüvi 550 features driving, walking, bicycling and boating modes which customize your nüvi specifically for your method of travel. This portable hybrid combines the advanced navigation features and large, color display found in automotive units with the durability of an outdoor handheld. Sleek and slim, you can slip nüvi 550 into your pocket or backpack. The user-replaceable, rechargeable lithium-ion battery lets nüvi navigate you on roads or off.

Turn-by-turn Directions

nüvi 550 has an intuitive interface that greets you with two simple options: “Where To?” and “View Map.” Touch the color screen to easily look up addresses and services and get voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names to your destination. It comes preloaded with detailed City Navigator NT street maps, millions of points of interest (POIs) and features digital elevation maps that show you shaded terrain contours at higher zoom levels. With nüvi 550, you can upload custom POIs and navigate to geo-tagged photos. If you're lost, use the "Where Am I?" emergency locator to view your exact latitude and longitude coordinates, the nearest address and intersection, and the closest hospitals, police stations and fuel stations.

Navigate Off-road

Conveniently plug in optional maps on preloaded microSD cards for all your off-road adventures (see Maps tab for compatible maps). Add topographic maps to explore the backcountry or load BlueChart g2 and Inland Lakes marine maps for a great day on the water. The card slot is located inside the waterproof battery compartment, so you don't have to worry about getting it wet. With its high-sensitivity GPS receiver and HotFix satellite prediction, nüvi 550 locates your position quickly and precisely and maintains its GPS location even in heavy cover, deep canyons and near tall building and trees.

Expand Your GPS

Navigation is just the beginning. nüvi 550 includes many travel tools, including world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter and calculator. Show off photos of your excursions with nüvi's picture viewer. It also supports Garmin Traffic services. The 550 features Garmin Lock, an anti-theft feature, and is compatible with our free Garmin Garage, where you can download custom vehicles that show your location on the map.

Product Features:

• 3.5" display, 320 x 240 pixels
• QVGA color antiglare TFT with white backlight
• Easy-to-use touchscreen interface
• Turn-by-turn directions with voice guidance
• Preloaded with City Navigator NT
• Built-in US & Canada topographic maps
• 4 user profiles—automotive, marine, cycling & pedestrian
• Supports www.geocaching.com GPX files for complete cache descriptions & hints
• "Where Am I?" feature finds closest hospitals, police stations, gas stations, nearest address & intersection
• High-sensitivity GPS receiver for improved performance & reception
• Built-in 3D basemap
• Choose 2D or 3D maps
• microSD Card slot
• Garmin Lock anti-theft feature
• Built-in Li-Ion battery with up to 8 hours usage
• Includes suction cup mount

Specifications:

• Dim: 4.1 x 3.35 x 0.9"
• Display Size: 2.8"W x 2.1"H (7.2 x 5.4 cm); 3.5" diag (8.9 cm)
• Display Resolution: 320 x 240 pixels
• Battery Life: up to 8 hours
• Accepts microSD card (not included)
• Waypoints/favorites/locations: 500
• Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."): yes (internal speaker)
• Speaks street names (e.g. "Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft."): Yes
• Traffic compatible (routes around traffic with a receiver and subscription): Yes
• Lane assist (guides to proper lane for navigation): No
• Junction view (displays junction signs): No
• Route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls etc.): Yes
• Speed limit indicator (displays speed limit for most major roads in the U.S. and Europe): Yes
• Where Am I? (find closest hospitals, police & gas stations, nearest address & intersection): Yes
• Bluetooth wireless technology: No

Included Parts

• nüvi 550
• Preloaded City Navigator (street maps) for U.S., Canada and Mexico
• Lithium-ion battery
• Vehicle suction cup mount
• Vehicle power cable
• Quick start manual

Accessories & Replacement Parts Are Available Below