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Garmin zumo 550

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Garmin zumo 550 4.00

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RRP

$1399.00

Review Date

Friday, 25th of April, 2008

What's Hot

Rugged design, user interface, includes all accessories for mounting, Bluetooth technology, includes a car window mount

What's Not

Rubber buttons hard to press, no screen protector included, display could have been larger

The Final Word

The zumo 550 is without doubt an excellent option if you need a GPS unit for your motorcycle or scooter.

Audio & Speakers

Multi language voice notifications

Yes

General

Available Colours

Black, Silver

Length (mm)

122

Width (mm)

100

Height (mm)

Weight (g)

300

Other Features

Optional removable SD memory card for storage of additional MP3's, JPEGS, audio books or supplimental maps etc.

GPS Features

GPS Receiver

SiRFstarIII high-sensitivity GPS receiver

Built-in Antenna

Yes

Input Devices

Finger Operated Touchscreen, Buttons

Main Display (Internal)

Display Technology

TFT touchscreen

Screen size

3.5 in

Screen Resolution

320x240

Media

Supported Memory Media

Secure Digital (SD)

Supported Audio File Formats

AAC, MP3

Supported Picture File Formats

JPEG

Multimedia Features

MP3 Player

Yes

Organiser

Remote Control

Navigation Features

Mapping Software

City Navigator Australia 2008 v7

Navigation Features

Current Speed, Fuel Computer, Least Use of Freeways, Most Use of Freeways, Avoid Tolls, Route Recalculation, Shortest Distance Routing, Quickest Time Routing, Remaining Time, Remaining Distance, Arrival Time, Current Time

Map Modes

2D, 3D, Day Mode, Night Mode

Custom POIs

Yes

Destination Searching

By State, By Suburb, By Street, Recent Routes, Point of Interest (POI), Home, Favorite

Text-to-speech?

Yes

Power Options

Power Supply

Battery

Battery Type

Rechargeable - (Li-Ion)

Battery Size

Proprietary

Battery Run Time (minutes)

Up to 240

Wired Connections

Wired Terminals / Ports

USB 2.0

Number of USB 2.0 Ports

1 (mini-USB)

Wireless Connections

Wireless technology supported

Bluetooth 2.0

*Specifications are subject to change without notice. While every attempt has been made by GoodGearGuide in the production of these specifications, possible errors or omissions may still occur. GoodGearGuide neither assumes legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any product specifications supplied.

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