See the big picture, including weather, with the GPSMAP 396. Building on the success of the 296, this aviation portable combines a color map and terrain alerting with XM WX Satellite Weather.

Enhance Situational Awareness

GPSMAP 396 comes with a detailed built-in Jeppesen® database along with terrain and U.S. obstacles databases. Using this information, the 396 provides detailed views of your flight route, displayed over realistic topography. For added safety, you can put the unit in Terrain mode for TAWS-like warnings and alerts when proximity conflicts loom ahead.

View Images in Sharp Detail

Viewing the display in any light is easy, thanks to the unit’s 256-color, high-resolution (320 x 480-pixel) sunlight-readable TFT display with adjustable backlighting. The 396 also features USB data transfer, fast processing speed and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.

Add Weather, Radio and Traffic

Make informed decisions based on weather and traffic with optional sensors and services. With a subscription to XM WX Satellite Weather and the included GXM 30A smart antenna, you’ll have access to constantly-updated, high-resolution weather data for the U.S., right in the cockpit. Weather information includes Next Generation Radar (NEXRAD), Aviation Routine Weather Reports (METARs), Terminal Aerodrome Forecasts (TAFs), Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs), Lightning and Winds Aloft and can be laid directly over the 396’s map. With an additional monthly service fee, GXM 30A delivers XM Satellite Radio to your aircraft. Add a Garmin Mode S transponder, and the 396 can display TIS traffic alerts that identify surrounding air traffic.

Automate Your Logbook

A built-in logbook tracks your flying hours and automatically records departure and arrival locations. When used with Garmin's free logbook software, FlightBook, this feature simplifies record keeping. Flightbook software allows you to create, manage, analyze, save and print flight data from GPSMAP 396's logbook.

Navigate by Air, Land or Sea

Simply press a button to switch GPSMAP 396 to automotive or marine mode. The 396 comes with a built-in routable basemap. Add optional MapSource® detailed street maps and receive voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions to addresses and points of interest. For a great day on the water, customize the waterproof 396 with optional marine cartography. Easily add detailed maps with plug and play Garmin data cards.
GPSMAP 396: Go from plane to boat to automobile without missing a beat

 

Technical data

Physical & Performance:
Unit dimensions, WxHxD:	5.7"W x 3.2"H x 1.9"D (14.5 x 8.1 x 4.8 cm)
Display size, WxH:	3.2"W x 2.1"H (8.1 x 5.3 cm); 3.8" diag (9.7 cm)
Display resolution, WxH:	480 x 320 pixels
Display type:	256 color TFT with backlighting
Weight:	14.2 ounces (400 g)
Battery:	rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery life:	up to 15 hours (Battery Saver mode, no backlighting)
Voltage range:	11-40
Receiver:	12 channel
IFR or VFR:

Maps, Databases & Memory:
Basemap:	yes
U.S. Terrain and Obstacles database:	yes
Jeppesen® database:	yes
Types of Jeppesen databases:	full and ARTCC, FSS frequencies and final approach waypoints
Jeppesen database coverage areas:	Americas
SafeTaxi™ airport diagrams:	no
AOPA Airport Directory:	no
Preloaded maps:	no
Ability to add maps:	yes
Accepts data cards:	yes (Garmin data cards)
Built-in memory:	internal solid state
Waypoints/favorites/locations:	3,000
Routes:	50

Features:
Moving map:	yes
Instruments page:	yes
Built-in VHF Comm:	no
External VHF Comm:	no
Built-in HSI:	yes
Traffic Information Services (TIS) alerts compatible:	yes
Audible terrain alerts:	yes
Smart Airspace Feature (generates and displays altitude-sensitive alerts):	no
Separate serial and USB interfaces:	yes
Automatic logbook:	yes
Voice prompts (e.g. "Turn right in 500 ft."):	yes
3D map view:	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):	no
XM WX Weather & Radio for U.S. compatible:	yes
Automotive-friendly:	yes