GPS smartwatch adds high-resolution mapping,
weather radar overlay and advanced capabilities
Garmin International, Inc. a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN),
today announced the D2 Charlie aviator watch, an elegant and
functional timepiece that boasts global navigation information,
rich and colorful moving maps and a host of connectivity options.
Designed with pilots, aviation enthusiasts and aspiring pilots in
mind, the D2 Charlie aviator watch features real-time worldwide
weather radar, as well as airport information that includes
frequencies, runway information, weather data and more. Garmin
Elevate™ wrist heart rate technology also allows customers to
measure heart rate 24/7 alongside daily activity tracking1. Whether
climbing into the cockpit, playing a round of golf or in the
boardroom, using the new QuickFit™ bands pilots can easily switch
between the stylish titanium or leather bands to a sporty silicone
band in seconds to suit style preference.
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“As a longtime leader in GPS-enabled wearables, Garmin continues
to transform the aviator watch market with a unique feature set
that appeals to a broad spectrum of aviation enthusiasts and pilots
alike,” said Carl Wolf, Garmin vice president of aviation sales and
marketing. “From pre-flight to post-flight, the D2 Charlie is
one of the most versatile aviator watches that combines exclusive
feature and design qualities from our popular fenix® 5 multisport
watch series, alongside exclusive aviation functions to deliver the
most sophisticated and connected aviator watch on the market
today.”
Aviation-inspired signature accents along the bezel and a unique
feature set tailored to aviators bring additional functionality to
the cockpit. A colorful, dynamic moving map incorporates key
landmarks, such as airports, navaids, roads, bodies of water,
cities and more, offering improved situational awareness. Dedicated
direct-to and nearest buttons along the side of the bezel allows
for immediate navigation commands. When the D2 Charlie is paired
with Garmin Connect™ on a connected mobile device, customers can
view weather radar on top of the map display relative to flight
plan information. To easily access local weather radar, pilots can
simply press and hold the direct-to and down buttons. Pilots can
also overlay estimated time enroute (ETE), universal coordinated
time (UTC) or other pilot-selectable data fields overtop the map so
it’s easy to monitor the progress of a flight and view pertinent
flight information simultaneously.
D2 Charlie offers a bold design made of premium materials,
including a sapphire scratch-resistant crystal lens and a
diamond-like carbon (DLC) coated titanium bezel for improved
durability. Thanks to the new QuickFit bands, pilots can mix and
match between their choice of titanium or leather and silicone
watchbands and switch between them in seconds without tools. A
sunlight-readable, high-resolution color display with an LED
backlight on the watch face allows pilots to view data in most
lighting conditions in the cockpit. The D2 Charlie offers up to 20
hours of battery life in GPS mode and up to 12 days in smartwatch
mode.
An advanced, standalone navigator, the D2 Charlie aviator watch
incorporates exclusive navigation functions and capabilities that
aid in navigating. New airport information pages display
communication frequencies, runway information (including dimensions
and surface type), weather data and more for a specified airport.
The flight log page allows pilots to conveniently reference recent
flights at their wrist, displaying date, flight duration, total
distance and more of a particular flight. Additionally, improved
flight planning capabilities include the option to add multiple
waypoints within a single flight plan and the ability to navigate
direct to any waypoint in a flight plan.
Comprehensive integration within the Connext® ecosystem sets the
D2 Charlie aviator watch apart from other aviator watches on the
market. When using the Garmin Pilot™ application on a compatible
Apple or Android mobile device, pilots can wirelessly transfer a
flight plan to D2 Charlie. GPS data from the watch can also be
shared and used by a tablet or mobile device using Garmin Pilot. D2
Charlie also features automated flight logging, which initiates the
logbook function to begin recording when a change in altitude is
detected. Information such as date, total flight time and route are
automatically recorded and logged within the watch and synced
across the flyGarmin® website and the Garmin Pilot app. Remote
control of the VIRB® Ultra 30 action camera, as well as the VIRB
360 is also available using the D2 Charlie aviator watch.
The D2 Charlie aviator watch comes preloaded with a full
multisport toolset for running, golfing, cycling, swimming, skiing
and more. Whether customers are in the cockpit, at the gym or on
the golf course, Garmin Elevate wrist heart rate technology
provides 24/7 heart rate monitoring, without the need for a chest
strap. Water rated to 100 meters2, it can also withstand swimming
and other water activities. In addition to a variety of sport
profiles, D2 Charlie incorporates activity tracking functions,
which counts steps and provides a customized step goal each
morning, while also counting calories and distance throughout the
day1. It also features a vibration move alert after one hour of
inactivity and sleep mode to monitor quality of rest at night.
Boasting a variety of connected features, the D2 Charlie merges
style and sophistication into a single timepiece. When paired with
a compatible smartphone, customers can view phone calls, text and
email smart notifications3 at their wrist. Two built-in
aviation-tailored customizable watch faces allow pilots to input
the tail number of their aircraft. D2 Charlie is also compatible
with Connect IQ™ so pilots and aviation enthusiasts can further
customize their watch with apps, widgets, data fields and watch
faces. Customers can even personalize the watch face of their
D2 Charlie with a favorite image such as a logo or photo of
their favorite aircraft thanks to the Garmin Face It™ app that
lets customers create a watch face using a JPEG image.
The D2 Charlie aviator watch is expected to be available at EAA
AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, July 24-30, 2017 for a suggested
retail price of $799 for the leather band and $999 for the titanium
edition. Both versions of the D2 Charlie also come with a sporty
silicone band. The D2 Charlie aviator watch also comes with free
lifetime aviation database updates. Visit the Garmin exhibit at EAA
AirVenture for additional information. To learn more, visit
www.garmin.com/aviation.
Garmin’s aviation business segment is a leading provider of
solutions to OEM, aftermarket, military and government customers.
Garmin’s portfolio includes navigation, communication, flight
control, hazard avoidance, an expansive suite of ADS-B solutions
and other products and services that are known for innovation,
reliability, and value. For more information about Garmin’s full
line of avionics, go to www.garmin.com/aviation.
For decades, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and
wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who
live an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary business
units, including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor
recreation. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom
at garmin.com/newsroom, contact the Media Relations department at
913-397-8200, or follow us at facebook.com/garmin,
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1 See Garmin.com/ataccuracy for more details.
2 See Garmin.com/waterrating for more details.
3 When paired with compatible smartphone. See Garmin.com.ble for
more details.
About Garmin
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd.
(Nasdaq: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its
principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and
the United Kingdom. Garmin, Connext, flyGarmin and fenix are
registered trademarks and D2, Garmin Connect, Garmin Pilot, Garmin
Elevate, GTN, Face It, QuickFit and Garmin IQ are trademarks of
Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.
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