Description

The GPSMAP 551 is a compact chartplotter that features an ultra-bright 5” QVGA colour display along with an improved high-speed digital design for increased map drawing and panning speeds. It’s ready to go with an easy-to-use interface and a built-in, satellite-enhanced basemap preloaded with marine charts for the U.K. and Ireland. The GPSMAP 551 also accepts BlueChart® g2 Vision cards for added features and functionality such as high-resolution satellite imagery, Mariner’s and Fish Eye views and Auto Guidance technology.

Explore the Seas

The GPSMAP 551 comes ready to go with preloaded marine charts for the U.K. and Ireland. For all other areas, the GPSMAP 551 has a worldwide basemap with satellite images in place of more traditional maps. The GPSMAP 551 also comes standard with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for superior satellite tracking and quicker acquisition times. And with an SD card slot, it’s easy to add additional maps without connecting to a computer.

Add Sonar

Where applicable, the sounder version, GPSMAP 551s, comes with a powerful dual-frequency transducer that clearly illustrates depth contours, fish targets and structure whether you’re fishing in freshwater or off the coast. To buy the GPSMAP 551s click here. The GPSMAP 551 and GPSMAP 551s are also NMEA 2000-compatible for easy connectivity with sensors, instruments and future marine offerings.

Add Extras with BlueChart g2 Vision

With the optional BlueChart g2 Vision SD card, you can add a whole new dimension of exceptional features to your chartplotter.

• 3D Mariner’s and Fish Eye view provides you with a 3-dimensional perspective of map information, both above and below the waterline

• High-resolution satellite images and aerial photographs help you orient yourself in unfamiliar areas

• Auto Guidance technology searches through all relevant charts to create a route you can actually follow — one that avoids obstacles, shallow water, buoys and other obstructions



Specifications:

Physical & Performance:

Unit dimensions, WxHxD:


5.9" x 6.4" x 2.9" (15.0 x 16.3 x 7.4 cm)

Display size, WxH:


3.0" x 4.0", 5.0" diagonal (7.6 x 10.2 cm, 12.7 cm diagonal)

Display resolution, WxH:


234 x 320 pixels

Display type:


QVGA display

Weight:


less than 1.75 lb (0.8 kg)

Battery:


none

Battery life:


none

Waterproof:


yes (IPX7)

High-sensitivity receiver:


yes

Antenna:


internal

NMEA input/output:


NMEA 0183 compatible and NMEA 2000 certified

Maps & Memory:

Basemap:


yes

Preloaded maps:


yes

Ability to add maps:


yes

Built-in memory:


none (cannot load maps to internal memory)

Accepts data cards:


SD™ card slot

Waypoints/favorites/locations:


3,000

Routes:


100

Track log:


10,000 points; 50 saved tracks

Features:

Garmin radar compatible:


no

Garmin sonar compatible:


yes

CANet® compatible:


no

Garmin Marine Network™ compatible:


no

Touchscreen:


no

Supports AIS (tracks target ships' position):


yes

Supports DSC (displays position data from DSC capable VHF radio):


yes

Audible alarms:


yes

Tide tables:


yes

Hunt/fish calendar:


no

Sun and moon information:


yes

3-D map view:


yes (with optional BlueChart g2 Vision card)

Auto Guidance:


yes (with optional BlueChart g2 Vision card)

Automatic routing (turn by turn routing on roads):


no

XM WX Weather & Radio for U.S. compatible:


yes

Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."):


no

Speaks street names (e.g. "Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft."):


no

Remote control:


no

Headphone jack/audio line-out:


no

Audio/video input/output:


no

Portable:


no

Automotive/motorcycle-friendly:


no



What's in the Box:

• GPSMAP 551

• Tilt/swivel mount

• Protective front cover

• Power/data cable

• Documentation

Description

The GPSMAP 551 is a compact chartplotter that features an ultra-bright 5” QVGA colour display along with an improved high-speed digital design for increased map drawing and panning speeds. It’s ready to go with an easy-to-use interface and a built-in, satellite-enhanced basemap preloaded with marine charts for the U.K. and Ireland. The GPSMAP 551 also accepts BlueChart® g2 Vision cards for added features and functionality such as high-resolution satellite imagery, Mariner’s and Fish Eye views and Auto Guidance technology.