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Garmin 196 GPS (Americas)
New Low Price! Was $699 —now $549 Click here to view GPS Buyer's Guide The Garmin 196 GPS features many of the same advanced capabilities of the Garmin 296 GPS, but with a crisp grayscale screen. It is an exceptional value. Garmin 196 GPS Features: • High resolution 12-level grayscale display is sunlight readable • “Panel” page gives you an EFIS-like “glass cockpit” in your pocket • WAAS-capable GPS for superior accuracy • Automatic logbook calculates all flight times and arrival and departure times • Split screen feature allows you to monitor HSI and map pages • Automotive mode gives you turn by turn driving directions after you land • Alkaline batteries make it a reliable backup GPS The handy VNAV feature makes descent-planning a snap, and extended runway centerlines aid situational awareness. This same GPS works just as well in your car or on your boat. Just select a destination and the 196 will automatically calculate a route from your current location and display turn-by-turn directions. Extra large screen measures 3 3/4” diagonal. Operates on 4 AA batteries (included). Overall size: 6 1/4”w x 3 1/2”h x 2 1/4”d; weighs 1 1/2 lbs. Includes: Garmin 196 GPS, adjustable yoke mount, adhesive automotive dash mount, remote antenna with mount, cigarette lighter power cord, PC interface cable (serial), manual and quick reference guide. Garmin Database Area of Coverage Americas - North, South and Central America (includes Hawaii) Atlantic International - Europe, Africa Pacific International - Eastern Europe, Asia, Middle East and the South Pacific (includes Hawaii) Click here for an Interactive Demo Garmin 196 GPS Accessories Sporty's GPS Buyer's Guide ![]() |
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| Carrying Case (for Garmin GPS) | |
| $32.00 | |
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| Adjustable Yoke Mount |
| $69.95 |
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| Garmin 256MB Data Card | |
| $139.99 | |
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| Serial to USB converter cable |
| $59.95 |
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| GA 26/27 Series Replacement Suction Cup Antenna Mount | |
| $17.95 | |
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| GA 26/27 Series Flange Antenna Mount |
| $17.95 |
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| Garmin 196-496 Suction Cup Mount | |
| $42.95 | |
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| Cigarette Lighter Adapter (for ICOM A24 & A6 Transceivers) | |
| $55.00 | |
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| ASA Yoke Clip | |
| $14.95 | |
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| Icom IC-A6 COM Transceiver | |
| $299.00 | |
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| Travel John (Pack of Three) | |
| $6.50 | |
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| VFR/IFR Flight Plan Forms by Sporty's | |
| $5.95 | |
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| Forever Sectional Plotter by Sporty's | |
| $5.95 | |
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| Cessna 172 Fuel Gauge (Standard 21 Gal. Tanks) |
| $12.95 |
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| Triple Socket Adapter with Battery Checker | |
| $16.95 | |
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| Military Spec Kneeboard | |
| $35.95 | |
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| Air Facts DVD Video Series: 35 Air Facts Titles on 9 DVDs | |
| $125.00 | |
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| Glare Shield Mount For Garmin 196-496 | |
| $47.95 | |
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Date - 2-6-2009 Pilot Rating - Instrument Overall![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Durability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Reliability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Value ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Usability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Expected ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Recommended Yes | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ( No Pros Listed From Reviewer ) Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 10-10-2008 Pilot Rating - Commercial Overall![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Durability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Reliability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Value ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Usability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Expected ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Recommended Yes | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ( No Pros Listed From Reviewer ) Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 5-22-2008 Pilot Rating - Commercial Overall![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Durability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Reliability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Value ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Usability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Expected ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Recommended Yes | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() If you can live without color, the grayscale screen is a very good value with excellent features. ConsScreen is a little smaller than expected. General CommentsIt's hard to go wrong with a Garmin product. |
Date - 3-20-2008 Pilot Rating - Student Overall![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Durability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Reliability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Value ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Usability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Expected ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Recommended Yes | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() I have not used all its features yet because I've only flown with it once but the simulator mode really helps. None... so far General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 11-14-2007 Pilot Rating - ATP Overall![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Durability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Reliability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Value ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Usability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Expected ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Recommended Yes | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ( No Pros Listed From Reviewer ) Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
Date - 11-8-2007 Pilot Rating - Private Overall![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Durability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Reliability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Value ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Usability ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Expected ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Recommended Yes | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ( No Pros Listed From Reviewer ) Cons( No Cons Listed From Reviewer ) General Comments( No General Comments Listed From Reviewer ) |
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One Year Guarantee Our one-year guarantee has not changed since we introduced our first product in 1962. If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase, let us know—we will make it right. If you would like a refund or exchange, please return the product on a timely basis in the same condition in which it was received. Price Guarantee Sporty's guarantees competitive pricing on everything we sell. If you find a competitor offering an identical item at a lower advertised price, just mail or fax us the ad, and Sporty's will match that price. Standard Express Shipping We offer the fastest shipping in the business, so you won't have to wait for your important charts or a last-minute gift. Since we stock almost everything we sell, we offer same day shipping: in-stock orders placed by 5pm Eastern (weekdays), will be shipped that same day, often within minutes of ordering. Plus, all orders arrive in just 2 business days with standard shipping. Overnight shipping is also available on most items. ![]() Return Policy For over 50 years, in addition to same day shipping, Sporty's has offered same day returns and same day exchanges. Each day, we process all returns and exchanges before new orders go out. We know of no other company who does this! Sporty's Shops ATTN: Returns Dept Clermont County/Sporty's Airport 2001 Sporty's Drive Batavia, OH 45103 Customer Service Our Customers Write Privacy Policy |