Garmin StreetPilot c550 Portable Navigator (0100052200)

by Garmin

Product Details

• Item Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• ASIN: B0018P2WY8
• Item model number: c550
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #95,456 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

Talk about simple. The portable StreetPilot c550 comes ready-to-go right out of the box with preloaded maps and plenty of options. This navigator delivers the same, easy-to-use, affordable navigation as our popular selling c300 series with many enhancements like Bluetooth wireless technology with hands-free calling, an integrated traffic receiver, MP3 player, plus much more.In addition to the simple touch-screen display, the StreetPilot c550 features a high-sensitivity GPS receiver that provides faster acquisition times and maintains signal under heavy foliage and near city skyscrapers. Automotive-grade, sunlight-readable, anti-glare display makes it easier to see where you re going. Streamlined design creates a slimmer, more refined shape. Configurable vehicle icons allow you to select a fun, customized car-shaped icon that shows your position on the map. Garmin Lock anti-theft feature that disables the unit from performing any functions until you type in a specific 4-digit PIN or take the unit to a predetermined location. Features exclusive to the StreetPilot c550 include Bluetooth technology integrated with a microphone and dual speakers that lets you to make hands-free mobile phone calls on a compatible Bluetooth wireless phone. Another feature unique to the c550 is its integrated traffic capabilities. The c550 includes an integrated FM TMC traffic receiver which notifies you of traffic, construction and weather delays and automatically suggests alternative routes. The c550 comes with preloaded maps of Europe or North America and includes automatic routing, 2D or 3D map perspective, and turn-by-turn voice directions that speak street names.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lovin it, November 22, 2007

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R. W. York (Tacoma, Wa United States) - See all my reviews
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The Garmin C550 is awesome. I've had mine for a few years now. Flew it to Nebraska, rented a car to get around Lincoln, took a trip to Branson Missouri and never got lost. Just put in the address and GO.

Only a few times I've had problems with it. One turn on the unit was too far down the road and into a field. Streets that have bends in them are sometimes considered TURNS. I think it's a matter of mapping and not the unit.

As with any mapping or location device, it's a tool and to be used along with common sense.

New maps come out periodically on DVD and the menu softwares are upgradeable through Garmins website for free.

This is the best money I've ever spent and Garmin, at this time, is constantly rated tops in Consumer Reports.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love my Garmin, September 8, 2007

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Freda P. Callahan "Freda" (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews

I love it so much I bought Garmins for everyone in my family and talked at least ten friends into buying one. It's not perfect all the time but hey! who is?Garmin StreetPilot c550 Vehicle GPS Navigator It counts when I need it ..especially when I am out of state!!!