The StreetPilot c550 adds plenty of options to the easy-to-use, preloaded c510
and c530, including hands-free calling, included traffic alerts and an MP3 player.
Navigate With Ease
StreetPilot c550 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City
Navigator® NT street maps, including a hefty points of interest (POIs) database
with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the super-bright
sunlight-readable color screen to enter a destination, and the c550 takes you
there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. It even announces
the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road.
In addition, the c550 accepts custom
points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets
you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs. The European version
even includes a preloaded safety camera database containing the location of
safety cameras for parts of Europe.
Make Hands-free Calls
Talk about worry-free driving. The c550 integrates Bluetooth® wireless technology
with a built-in microphone and speaker, so you can pair it with your compatible
Bluetooth phone and talk hands-free through the c550 while staying focused on
the road. Now there’s no more fumbling with your phone’s handset
to answer a call or dial a number — just tap the c550’s screen and
you’re connected. With 1-touch dialing for POIs, you can conveniently
call ahead for reservations or information.
Avoid Traffic Tie-ups
Steer clear of traffic with the c550’s integrated traffic
receiver. The FM TMC traffic receiver notifies you of upcoming traffic delays.
Simply touch the screen to view traffic details or recalculate your route to
avoid traffic
Take It With You
The portable StreetPilot c550 conveniently moves from vehicle to vehicle with
an easy, adjustable mount. Its compact size makes it convenient to take along
on business trips and use in rental cars. c550 also comes with a rechargeable
lithium-ion battery for out-of-car route planning.
Enjoy the Extras
StreetPilot c550 is packed full of additional features that make it the perfect
navigator. Its high sensitivity GPS receiver acquires satellites quickly and
maintains signals even as you drive under heavy foliage or near skyscrapers.
c550 also comes with Garmin Lock™, an anti-theft feature, and configurable
vehicle icons that let you select car-shaped graphics to show your location
on the map. Customize your c550 with optional software on plug-and-play SD cards.
StreetPilot c550: Yes, it really is that simple.