Garmin rino 520 User Manual

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The Rino 520/530 (Radio Integrated with Navigation for 

the Outdoors) is a FRS/GMRS radio with a 12 channel 

GPS receiver. It has integrated radio functionality to 

provide two-way communications for up to two miles 

using FRS (Family Radio Service) channels. The Rino 

520/530 also provides 15 high-performance GMRS 

(General Mobile Radio Service) channels and 8 GMRS 

repeater channels (U.S. versions only) for communication 

up to 14 miles. GMRS channels are limited to 2 watts of 

power when used in Canada. GMRS repeater channels 

are not approved for use by the Canadian government, so 

they are disabled on Rino 520/530 units sold in Canada.
The Rino 520/530 has three user-selectable GMRS power 

levels: 0.5 W, 2.0 W, and 5.0 W (USA only).  Keep in 

mind that FRS channels only transmit at 0.5 W. The Rino 

520/530 also has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack 

with charger. Be certain to fully charge the lithium-ion 

battery while attached to the Rino 520/530 prior to the 

first use to ensure accurate battery capacity reporting. 

Follow the charging instructions contained in the Rino 

Quick Start Guide
If you wish, you can purchase a spare lithium-ion battery 

pack or an optional alkaline battery pack with transmit 

power limited to 2.0 W.
The unit contains built-in cartography of a North 

American basemap that includes Interstate and State 

Highways and Exit Information. The Rino uses compatible 

MapSource

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map data software (not included). The Rino 

520/530 can display up to 56 MB of a variety of detailed 

map data. Some of the mapping options that are compatible 

with the Rino 520/530 include City Select, MetroGuide, 

Topo, Fishing Hot Spots, and BlueChart

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 data. Check your 

local dealer or the Garmin Web site (

a complete listing of MapSource products.
The Rino 520/530 is waterproof to IPX7 standards and is 

designed for rugged use. Garmin’s user-friendly interface 

allows you to start navigating almost immediately.