This Garmin nuvi 255 automotive gps receiver speaks street names
Item #: 160717
Manufacturer: Garmin International Manufacturer Item #: 010-00717-20
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For peace of mind on the go, the Garmin nuvi 255 automoive gps receiver leads the way with voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions that speak street names and optional MSN® Direct to get you there on time and keep you informed. It's packed with millions of destinations and maps for North America or Europe. Like the rest of the compact nuvi 2x5-series, this portable navigator is priced right and ultra-easy to use. nuvi 255 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. It even announces the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nuvi takes you there with turn-by-turn voice directions, 2-D or 3-D maps and and smooth map redraw rates as you navigate. Its digital elevation maps show you shaded contours at higher zoom levels, giving you a big picture of the surrounding terrain. In addition, nuvi 255 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. With HotFix™ satellite prediction, nuvi calculates your position faster to get you there quicker.
Like the rest of the nuvi 2x5-series, nuvi 255 sports a sleek, slim design and fits comfortably in your pocket or purse. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery makes it convenient for navigation by car or foot. With its "Where Am I?" emergency locator, you always know your location. Simply tap the screen to get your exact latitude and longitude coordinates, the nearest address and intersection, and the closest hospitals, police stations and fuel stations. Auto re-route gives you a quick detour if your way is blocked. You can set route parameters, like faster time, shorter distance, off road, and can also avoid certain routes, like highways or toll roads. Digital elevation maps show you shaded contours at higher zoom levels to give you a big picture of the surrounding terrain. Unit includes a jpeg picture viewer, measurement converter and other helpful features. Rechargeable Li-ion battery runs unit for up to four hours. Includes vehicle suction cup mount, vehicle power cord, dashboard disc and manual.
Features:
Touchscreen
microSD card slot
Durable
Picture viewer
Garmin Lock™ for security
Sleek and slim
Accepts custom points of interest (POIs)
Spec Summary:
Physical & Performance:
Unit dimensions, WxHxD:
3.8" x 2.8" x .8" (9.7 x 7.1x 2 cm)
Display size, WxH:
2.8" x 2.1" (7.2 x 5.4 cm); 3.5" diag (8.9 cm)
Display resolution, WxH:
320 x 240 pixels
Display type:
QVGA color antiglare TFT with white backlight
Weight:
5.2 oz (147.42 g)
Battery:
rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery life:
up to 4 hours
Waterproof:
no
High-sensitivity receiver:
yes
RoHS version available:
yes
Maps & Memory:
Basemap:
yes
Preloaded maps:
yes
Ability to add maps:
yes
Built-in memory:
internal solid state
Accepts data cards:
microSD card (not included)
Waypoints/favorites:
1000
Routes:
0
Features:
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
Speech recognition (navigate with voice commands):
no
Lane assist (guides you to the proper lane for navigation):
no
3-D building view (displays buildings in 3-D):
no
Auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route):
no
Auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation):
yes
Choice of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, off road):
yes
Route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls etc.):
yes
Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest):
yes
Hands-free calling with Bluetooth® wireless technology:
no
FM traffic compatible:
yes
XM® Navtraffic (includes basic weather) & Radio for U.S. compatible:
no
MSN® Direct for U.S. compatible:
yes
Multimode (switches modes to drive, hike, bike or boat):
no
Where Am I? (find closest hospitals, police & gas stations, nearest address & intersection):
yes
Garmin Locate™ (marks position when removed from windshield mount):
no
Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos):
yes
MP3 player:
no
Audio book player:
no
Picture viewer:
yes
Garmin Garage™ (select car-shaped icons for map navigation):
yes
World travel clock, currency & unit converter, calculator:
yes
Touchscreen:
yes
Qwerty or ABC keyboard (choose keyboard layout):
no
Remote control:
no
FM transmitter:
no
Headphone jack/audio line-out:
no
Dead reckoning:
no
Garmin Lock™ (anti-theft feature):
yes
Motorcycle-friendly:
no
Geocaching-friendly:
no
Additional:
This USB mass storage device is compatible with Windows® 2000 or later and Mac® OS X 10.4 or later.
Note: NOTICE TO DRIVERS IN CALIFORNIA AND MINNESOTA: State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using suction mounts on their windshields while operating motor vehicles. See California Vehicle Code Section 26708(a); Minnesota Statutes 2005, Section 169.71”
Garmin® nuvi® 255 Automotive GPS Receiver