AvMap Geopilot 2 Plus User Manual
USER MANUAL
USER MANUAL
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54036 Marina di Carrara - MS - ITALIA
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WARRANTY
AvMap warrants their GPS receiver and accessories to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original purchase. This warranty applies only
to the original purchaser of this product. In the event of a defect, AvMap, at its option, will
repair or replace the product with no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor. The repaired
or replaced product will be warranted for ninety (90) days from the date of return shipment, or
for the balance of the original warranty, whichever is longer.
PURCHASER’S REMEDY - Purchaser’s Exclusive Remedy under this written warranty or any
implied warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement, at AvMap’s option, of any
defective part of the receiver or accessories which are covered by this warranty. Repairs under
this warranty shall only be made by an authorized AvMap dealer.
PURCHASER’S DUTIES - To obtain warranty service, the purchaser must return the receiver
or accessories post paid, with proof of the date of original purchase and purchaser’s return
address to AvMap, or an authorized AvMap representative. AvMap will not be responsible for
any losses or damage to the product incurred while the product is in transit or is being shipped
for repair. Insurance is recommended.
LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES - Except as set forth above, all other expressed or implied
warranties, including those of fitness for any particular purpose and merchantability, are hereby
disclaimed. Some states do not allow limitations on warranties, so the above limitation may
not apply to you.
EXCLUSIONS - This warranty does not cover the following: Installation, Finishes, Defects resulting
from installation. Any damage due to accident, resulting from inaccurate satellite transmissions.
Inaccurate transmissions can occur due to changes in the position, health, or geometry of a
satellite. Any damage due to shipping, misuse, negligence, tampering or improper use. Servicing
performed or attempted by anyone other than an authorized AvMap representative.
Attenzione! L’esposizione del display ai raggi ultravioletti può accorciare la vita dei
cristalli liquidi usati nel vostro plotter cartografico. Questo limite è dovuto alla tecnologia costruttiva
degli attuali display. Evitare inoltre che il display si surriscaldi per non causare una diminuzione di
contrasto che, in casi estremi, può rendere lo schermo completamente nero. Tale condizione è
comunque reversibile durante il raffreddamento.
Warning! Exposure of display to UV rays may shorten life of the liquid crystals used in
your plotter. This limitation is due to the current technology of the LCD displays. Avoid overheating
which may cause loss of contrast and, in extreme cases, a darkening of the screen. Problems which
occur from overheating are reversible when temperature decreases.
Achtung! Ultraviolette Strahlen können die Lebensdauer vom Flüssigkristalldisplay
verkürzen. Die derzeitige LCD-Technologie bedingt diese verkürzte Lebensdauer.
Überhitzung des Displays durch Sonneneinstrahlung führt zu einem Kontrastverlust und in extremen
Fällen sogar in eine Schwär zung des Bildschirmes. Bei sinkenden Temperaturen normalisiert sich
der Kontrast wieder und die Bildschirminformation wird wieder ablesbar.
Attention! L’exposition de votre écran LCD aux ultra-violets lors de soleil intense
réduira la durée de vie de l’afficheur de votre lecteur. Cette contrainte est liée à la technologie des
écrans LCD. Une augmentation trop importante de température peut obscurer des zones de votre
écran et le rendre ainsi inutilisable (non couvert par la garantie).
Aviso! La exposición de la pantalla a los rayos UV puede acortar la vida del cristal líquido
usado en su ploter. Esta limitación se debe a la tecnología actual de las pantallas LCD. Evitar que
la pantalla se caliente en exceso pues puede causar pérdida de contraste y, en caso extremo, la
pantalla puede quedar totalmente negra. Este problema revierte al enfriarse la pantalla
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Warning!!!
A measure of knowledge by the user is required for proper and safe use of the chart plotter.
Read the User Manual and the Warranty completely.
Use Good Judgement
This product is an excellent navigation aid, but it does not replace the need for careful
pilotage and good judgement. Never rely solely on one means of naviga-tion.
Use Care to Avoid Inaccuracies
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the U.S. Government, which is solely
responsible for the accuracy and the maintenance of GPS. Certain conditions can make the
system less accurate.
Accuracy can also be affected by poor satellite geometry.
The accuracy of position fixes is subject to changes in accordance with the Department of
Defense civil GPS user policy and the Federal Radionavigation Plan.
Cleaning Procedure for the Chartplotter Screen
Cleaning of the chartplotter screen is a very important operation and must be done carefully.
Since the surface is covered by a antireflective coating, the procedure for cleaning all the
surfaces can be performed using the following procedure: You need a tissue or lens tissue
and a cleaning spray containing Isopropanol (a normal spray cleaner sold for the PC screen,
for example PolaClear by Polaroid). Fold the tissue or lens tissue into a triangular shape,
moisten the tip and use the index finger behind a corner to move the tissue across the
surface, in overlapping side to side strokes. If the tissue is too wet, a noticeable wet film will
be left in its path and you will need to repeat the process. If too dry, the tissue won’t glide
easily, and may damage the surface.
Copyright 2005 AvMap Italy - All rights reserved
No part of this User Manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means,
electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording , for any purpose other than the
purchaser’s personal use without the written permission of AvMap.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 IntroductIon
1.1 FEATURES 12
1.1.1 Specifications 12
1.2 BASIC 14
1.3 FLYING START 1
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1.3.1 The Moving Map 15
1.3.2 The Main Menu 15
1.3.3 Moving Map Functions 1
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1.3.4 Moving Map Icons 16
1.3.5 Course Predictor 16
1.3.6 GoTo 1
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1.3.7 Database 17
2 the BasIcs
2.1 THE KEYBOARD 18
2.2 TURNING THE GEOPILOT II PLUS ON/OFF 19
2.2.1 Turning On 19
2.2.2 Turning Off 19
2.3 CHANGING BRIGHTNESS & CONTRAST 19
2.4 SELECTING THE LANGUAGE 1
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2.5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS 2
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2.5.1 Internal/external GPS Source 20
2.5.2 NMEA Outputs 2
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2.5.3 Down Or Up-load Flight Plans & Tracks 21
2.5.3.1 Download/Upload Waypoints 2
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2.5.3.2 Download/Upload Flight Plan 21
2.5.3.3 Download Track 21
2.6 SYSTEM SETUP OPTIONS 22
2.7 DATA ENTRY 2
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3 the MovIng Maps
3.1 OPERATING MODES 23
3.1.1 Cursor Mode 23
3.1.2 Auto Home (Screen Amplifier) 2
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3.1.3 Auto Zoom Mode 23
3.2 DATA WINDOW 24
3.3 AUTOMATIC INFO 24
3.4 CURSOR OR POSITION MODE 2
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3.4.1 Airspace Information 24
3.4.2 Full Information 2
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3.4.3 Project Radial 25
3.4.4 A - B Function 25
3.4.5 Waypoint Handling 2
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3.4.6 Flight Plan 26
3.5 MOVING MAP MENU 27
3.5.1 Viewed Fp 27
3.5.2 Auto Position Mode 28
3.5.3 Data Window mode 2
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3.5.4 Setup Data Fields 2
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3.5.5 Default Datafields 29
3.5.6 Map Orientation 29
3.5.7 Map Presentation Settings 30
3.5.8 Automatic Information 30
3.5.9 Rangerings 30
3.5.10 Vfr, Airspace, Land, Marine And Other Settings 31
3.5.10.1 VFR Settings 31
3.5.10.2 Airspace Settings 31
3.5.10.3 Land Settings 32
3.5.10.4 Marine Settings 32
3.5.10.5 Other Settings 33
3.5.11 Terrains 33
3.5.11.1 Terrain “ON” 33
3.5.11.2 Terrain “OFF” 33
3.6 MAP PRESENTATION MENU 33
3.6.1 Generic 34
3.6.2 TAWS 34
3.6.3 Selective Display Settings 35
3.6.4 POI Settings 36
4 navIgatIon & LocatIon
4.1 NAVIGATION & LOCATION DATA 37
4.2 SAVE CURRENT FIX AS USER WAYPOINT 38
5 the hsI screen
5.1 HSI DESCRIPTION 39
5.2 HSI MENU 39
5.2.1 Add Mark Under Fix 39
5.2.2 Setup Datafields 40
5.2.3 Default Datafields 40
5.2.4 Compass Orientation 40
6 FLIght pLan
6.1 VIEWED FLIGHT PLAN 41
6.2 CREATING A FLIGHT PLAN FROM THE DATABASE 41
6.3 ACTIVATE & DEACTIVATE A FLIGHT PLAN 42
6.4 NAMING A FLIGHT PLAN 43
6.5 CLEAR A FLIGHT PLAN 43
6.6 REVERSE A FLIGHT PLAN 43
6.7 GOTO FLIGHT PLANS 43
6.7.1 GoTo - Database Mode 43
6.7.2 GoTo - Moving Map Mode 44
6.7.3 GoTo - Quick Info 44
6.8 NEAREST SEARCH FOR GOTO FLIGHT PLAN ACTIVATION 44
7 the gLoBaL posItIonIng systeM
7.1 GPS PAGE 46
7.2 GPS RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS 46
7.3 HOW GPS WORKS 47
7.3.1 Accuracy 47
7.3.2 WAAS 47
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7.3.3 Differential GPS 47
7.3.4 Monitoring & Controlling The GPS 48
7.3.5 GPS Information Sources 48
8 WaypoInt & dataBase
8.1 USER WAYPOINTS – MOVING MAP 49
8.1.1 Creating User Waypoints – Moving Map 49
8.1.2 Saving Present Position – Moving Map Methods 49
8.1.3 Editing User Waypoints – Moving Map Methods 49
8.1.4 Deleting User Waypoints – Moving Map Methods 50
8.2 USER WAYPOINTS – DATABASE METHODS 50
8.2.1 Creating User Waypoints – Database Methods 50
8.2.2 Editing User Waypoints – Database Methods 50
8.2.3 Deleting User Waypoints – Database Methods 50
8.3 DATABASE 50
8.3.1 Database Menu 50
8.3.1.1 Selecting Database Search Fields 51
8.3.1.2 Displaying Sunrise and Sunset Information 51
8.3.2 File Manager 51
9 approach data procedures
9.1 APPROACH FROM THE MOVING MAP 53
9.2 APPROACH FROM FLIGHT PLAN DATABASE 53
9.3 SELECT APPROACH FOR GOTO 54
10 caLcuLator
10.1 COUNTDOWN TIMER 55
10.2 ELAPSED TIMER 55
10.3 TRIP COMPUTER 56
10.4 VERTICAL NAVIGATION 56
10.5 WIND CALCULATION 58
10.6 FUEL CONSUMPTION 59
11 the checkLIsts
11.1 ENGINE START 61
11.2 GROUND CHECK 61
11.3 PRE TAKE-OFF 62
11.4 CRUISE IN FLIGHT 62
11.5 LANDING 62
12 sIMuLator
12.1 SIMULATING STRAIGHT MODE 63
12.2 SIMULATING ROUTE MODE 63
12.3 TURNING THE SIMULATOR OFF 64
13 the coMMunIcatIon Menu
13.1 WAYPOINTS UPLOAD/DOWNLOADS 65
13.2 FLIGHT PLAN UPLOAD/DOWNLOAD 65
13.3 TRACK DOWNLOAD 66
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13.4 VIDEO MODE 66
14 the systeM set-up Menu
14.1 GENERAL SET-UP 67
14.1.1 Beeper 67
14.1.2 Scale Format 67
14.1.3 Language 68
14.1.4 Military Frequency 68
14.1.5 Airspaces Level 68
14.1.6 Terrain Legend 68
14.2 FIX SET-UP 68
14.2.1 Fix Source 68
14.2.2 Differential Correction Source 68
14.2.3 Fix Symbol 69
14.2.4 Static Navigation 69
14.2.5 Course Predictor 69
14.2.6 Head Up Response 69
14.3 ALARM SET-UP 69
14.3.1 Arrival Alarm Radius 69
14.3.2 XTE Alarm Range 70
14.3.3 Waypoint Alarm Radius 70
14.3.4 TAWS Alarm 70
14.3.5 Airspace Ahead Alarm 70
14.3.6 Event Log 71
14.3.7 Clear Event Log 71
14.4 TRACK SET-UP 71
14.4.1 Track Display 71
14.4.2 Track Line 71
14.4.3 Track Width 71
14.4.4 Track Color 71
14.4.5 Track Recording Step 72
14.4.6 Clear Track 72
14.4.7 Remaining Track 72
14.5 UNITS SET-UP 72
14.5.1 Distance Unit 72
14.5.2 Speed Units 72
14.5.3 Altitude Unit 72
14.5.4 Depth Unit 73
14.5.5 Fuel Unit 73
14.5.6 Vertical Speed 73
14.5.7 Temperature 73
14.5.8 North Reference 73
14.5.9 Coordinate System 73
14.6 DATE & TIME SET-UP 74
14.6.1 Time Format 74
14.6.2 Local Time Difference 74
14.6.3 Data Format 74
14.7 COLORS SET-UP 74
14.7.1 Data Window Colors 75
14.8 CLEAR USER DATA 75
14.9 CLEAR ALL RADIALS 75
14.10 FACTORY DEFAULTS 75
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15 operatIng requIreMents
15.1 BATTERY 76
15.1.1 Battery Functioning 76
15.2 DIMENSIONS 77
15.3 TROUBLESHOOTING 77
15.3.1 Power 77
15.3.2 GPS Fix 77
15.3.3 When Nothing Else Works 78
15.3.4 Customer Support 78
15.4 SYSTEM TEST 79
15.4.1 RAM Menu 79
15.4.2 C-CARD Menu 79
15.4.3 Serial Ports 79
APPENDIX A - TERMS 81
APPENDIX B - MAP DATUM 84
APPENDIX C - ICAO CODES 85
APPENDIX D - C-MAP AV. CARTRIDGE OPTIONS 91
APPENDIX E - C-MAP DATA TRANSFER 92
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1 INTRODUCTION
If you have not used a GPS Charting System before and intend to use your Geopilot II Plus for
navigating, we suggest that you read this User Manual and make sure you are familiar with its
contents. Throughout this User Manual, the keys are shown in capital letters enclosed between
single inverted commas, for example ‘MENU’. Menu operations are in bold characters listed by
keys sequence with the menu names enclosed between quotes, for example ‘MENU’ 1 sec. +
“SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENT’ + “FIX SETUP” + ‘ENT’ means: press and hold down the ‘MENU’ key
for 1 second, using the cursor key selects the System Setup menu, press ‘ENT’, using the cursor key
selects the Fix Setup menu and then press ‘ENT’.
1.1 FEATURES
This electronic charting system integrates the remarkable accuracy of a GPS receiver with a detailed
moving map into a single, easy-to-use, computerized electronic map system. The Geopilot II Plus
contains a built-in base map with coast/shorelines, names of states, major cities, highways, lakes
and rivers.
When the Geopilot II Plus is first opened, please check it for the following contents:
• SD (2 GB) with Aeronautical+Jeppesen Maps (inserted in the slot on the left side of the unit)
• SD (2 GB) with Tele Atlas Terrestrial Maps
• Power cord
• Audio Video cable
• Remote control
• Suction cup mount
• Quick guide
Optional Accessories:
• PC/Data cable
If any parts are missing contact the dealer where you purchased it immediately: additional C-MAP
NT+ Compact Flash (cartography and aeronautical data cards) and mounting hardware options are
available through your local dealer.
For additional information, visit our web site at: www.avmapnavigation.com
1.1.1 Specifications
Main Characteristics
Recordable Individual points
• Waypoints:1000
• Type of User Waypoint Icons:16
Flight Plans
• Flight Plans: 15
• Max Waypoints per Flight Plan: 100
Tracking
• Tracks: 1
• Track Colors: 7
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• Points per Track: 5000
• Step by Distance: Auto, 20, 100, 500 Mt, 1Km; 5, 30 Sec, 1 Min
Cartographic Functions
• Worldwide Background
• Built-in Continental Cartography
• Coordinates System (DDD MM SS, DDD MM.mm, DDD MM.mmm, UTM, OSGB, MGRS)
• North Reference
• Auto Zoom
• Map Presentation (Aero+Terrestrial, Aeronautical, Marine)
• POI Settings
• Selective and cycled Display
• VFR (Airports, VOR, NDB, Intersections, Vertical Obstructions, Aero Objects Id, Enroute
Communications)
• Airspace (Controlled Areas, Restricted Areas, FIR & UIR, MORA)
• Land (Roads, Road Labels, Railroads, City Names, Rives and Lakes, Cultural Features, Natural
Features, Landmarks, POI Objects)
• Marine (Lights, Chart Boundaries, Bathymetric & Soundings, Bathymetric & Soundings Range,
Depth Area Limit, Navigational Aids, Attention Areas, Tracks & Routes)
• Other Settings (User Points, Objects Overlap, Lat/Lon Grid)
Fix Functions
• DGPS
• WAAS
• Fix Symbol user selectable (Standard, Plane, Helicopter, Car)
• Static Navigation
• Course Predictor
• Map Orientation (Track-up, Course-up, North-up)
• Projected Radial
• A-B measurement
Data Page Options
• Nav/Location
• HSI Page
• Flight Plan
• GPS Page
• About Page
Special Functions
• Automatic Info (Aero+Terrestrial, Aeronautical, Terrestrial, Marine)
• Nearest search
• Direct-To navigation
• Date and Time Format
• Astronomic Data Calculation (Sun/Moon Info)
• Distance Unit selection (KM, NM, SM)
• Speed Unit selection (MPH, KTS, KMH)
• Altitude Unit selection (FT, FL, MT)
• Depth Unit selection (FT, FM, MT)
• Fuel Unit selection (GAL, LIT, LB, KG, BGAL)
• Descent Rate selection (FT/MIN, M/S, DEG)
• Temperature Unit (C/F)
• Alarms handling (Arrival, XTE, Waypoint Alarm Radius, Airspace)
• Database(Airports, VOR, NDB, Intersections, POI objects, User Waypoints, File Manager)
• Calculator (Countdown Timer, Elapsed Timer, Trip Computer, Vertical Navigation, Wind
Calculation, Fuel Consumption)
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• Simulation mode (Speed, Heading)
• Checklists (Engine Start, Ground Check, Pre Take-Off, Landing)
• Communications (Waypoints Upload/Download, Flight Plan Upload/Download, Track Upload/
Download)
Interface
• Serial I/O port
Physical Characteristics
Size
• Ultra-sleek 100x139.7 x 35.4 cm
Weight
• Under 1lib (390 g)
LCD display
• Color 5” LCD TFT ultra bright, sun viewable
• resolution 320x240 pixels
Power Supply
• 10-35 V (cigarette plug power cable)
• Operating Temperature Range 32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C)
Storage Temperature
• -13°F to 158°F (-25°C to 70°C)
Keyboard
• Backlighted, silicon rubber
1.2 BASIC
The Geopilot II Plus is controlled by using 6 keys and the cursor key. As you press a key, a single
audio beep confirms the key action; three rapid beeps indicates that no response is available.
NEAR Key - For quick access to the GPS status press and hold 1 sec the ‘NEAR’ key. The Brightness
and contrast will appear; the GPS status and current time are displayed at the bottom of this box.
Fig. 1.2 - The Geopilot II Plus
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1.3 FLYING START
These pages provide a very brief overview of several of the Geopilot II Plus’s important features, the
Main Menu, the Moving Map, GoTo flights and locating a Waypoint in the Database. It does not
replace the User Manual, which should be read to get the fullest possible use from your Geopilot
II Plus.
Note
The Geopilot II Plus is an aid to navigation. It does not replace paper charts and good judgement.
1.3.1 The Moving Map
Before starting, connect the Geopilot II Plus to power and place the antenna with a clear view of
the sky. Turn On the unit pressing ‘NEAR’. Press ‘ENT’ to exit from the Warning page and enter the
Moving Map mode. The Moving Map is the default state displaying the Moving Map screen and the
Data Window. The Data Window contains navigation information boxes (See Chapter 3 for details
on Moving Map mode).
Note: If no Fix is available, red dashed cross is displayed over the map for increased Pilot
Awareness.
To Change the Scale of the Moving Map
Use ‘+’ and ‘-’ to change the map display scale.
To Select Position
Use the cursor key to scroll to the location you want.
1.3.2 The Main Menu
From Moving Map press ‘MENU’ for 1 second to display the Main Menu:
Fig. 1.3.2 - Main Menu
1.3.3 Moving Map Functions
The Moving Map operates in Auto Home, Auto Zoom, and Cursor Mode. The screen will behave
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differently based on the mode of operation selected. The Auto Home mode will allow the user to
pan away from his present position to view other parts of the map, and return to present position
automatically when no buttons are pushed for a pre-determined amount of seconds. Auto Zoom
mode will keep your present position, and your destination in the screen at all times. The screen
will automatically zoom in as you get closer. To shut off this function, simply select OFF.
The Cursor Mode (OFF Selected) will allow you to move the map to any position to view data or
details. To return to your present position, just press ‘ESC’ while in moving map.
The control for these functions is found in the Moving Map Menu, under Auto Position Mode.
1.3.4 Moving Map Icons
The following icons are displayed on the Moving Map to represent Waypoints, navigation aids and
airports.
Fig. 1.3.4 - Moving Map Icons
1.3.5 Course Predictor
Indicates the projected position at the set time interval if the current speed and heading are kept.
This allows the pilot to correct for wind drift, in real time, right from the moving map. To select
course predictor:
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENT’ + “FIX SETUP” + ‘ENT’ + “COURSE
PREDICTOR” + ‘ENT’
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1.3.6 GoTo
GoTo sets a 1-leg course from the present position to any location or selected Waypoint. To activate
a GoTo Flight Plan move the cursor to the desired location or Waypoint and press ‘GOTO’. The
GoTo menu box will open enabling you to activate the current cursor position or search the
Database for a specific object to fly to. To activate the current cursor position, highlight “CURSOR”
and press ‘ENT’. To activate a GoTo Flight Plan to a specific Database item, select the category and
press ‘ENT’. Select the database item and press ‘GOTO’ again to activate.
To deactivate, press ‘GOTO’ and select “DEACTIVATE”.
1.3.7 Database
The Database function allows the user to access information stored in the data cartridges on
Airports, VOR’s, NDB’s, Intersections and User Waypoints. Searching the Database allows the user
to activate GoTo Flight Plans and locate the item on the map. There are two methods of accessing
the Database information. The first is through the Database function within the Main Menu and the
second is directly from the Moving Map display (see Chapter 3).
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2 THE BASICS
This chapter provides general information about the functions of the keys and entering data.
2.1 THE KEYBOARD
The Geopilot II Plus has 7 keys, which access and control features. Some keys perform different
tasks based on the operation mode. A quick key guide is displayed at the bottom of many menus
for easy reference. Below we indicate the keys in capital letters enclosed between single inverted
commas, for example ‘MENU’. When a key, for example ‘MENU’, must be pressed and held down
for more than 1 second it is shown as ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
The Near key
‘NEAR’: press and hold to turn the Geopilot II Plus On.
‘NEAR’ 3 sec.: once the GeoPilot has been turned On turns the GeoPilot Off.
‘NEAR’: (immediately release!) Displays a list of the 20 nearest objects, including private airports
which contain runways of at least 500 ft. in lenght, relative to fix position or cursor position if no
fix is available.
‘NEAR’: 1 sec once the Geopilot II Plus has been turned On displays the Brightness and the
Contrast Menu.
The GoTo key
Activates a Flight Plan to the cursor position (in Moving Map) or to selected object (in other
modes).
GOTO 1 sec.: allows the user to quickly filter mapping information on the display. There are three
Cycle modes selectable and holding GOTO shifts from one to the other in succession. The default
Cycle is the Cycle 1 that normally activates all features to be visible on the display.
To set user preferences for the Cycle Key:
‘MENU’ + “SELECTIVE DISPLAY” + ‘ENTER’
The Cycles appear in the first three columns and are labeled 1, 2 and 3. In order to adjust at which
Cycle features appear, use the Cursor Control key to highlight an item and hit ‘ENTER’ to remove
the item from appearing. Hit ENTER again to check the item so that it will appear on the display
when that Cycle is activated. Continue to use this procedure to activate features in Cycles 1 - 3 as
desired.
The - key
Shows less detail of a larger area by changing the chart scale and zooming out on the map display.
The cursor key
Moves the cursor on the Moving Map, quickly and accurately. Also scrolls to the desired options
in menu page(s).
If pressed on the center it works as an ‘ENT’ key, it selects the desired option or confirms selection.
Also opens the Cursor/Position Menu.
The + key
Shows more detail of a smaller area by changing the chart scale and zooming in on the map display.
If pressed outside the Moving Map it can be used as an ‘ENT’ key
The Esc key
Rejects an action, closes a window or activates Home or Auto Zoom mode.
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‘Esc’ 3 sec. on the moving map changes the position of the fix icon: one configuration displays
the fix icon on the 20% central area of the Moving Map and the other on the exact center of the
screen.
The Menu key
‘MENU’: selects the Moving Map Menu.
‘MENU’: press & hold for 1 seconds: opens the Map Presentation Menu
The menu enables the user to select between generic representation mode, three TAWS modes
(auto, low sep and high sep) and two Weather modes (North America only).
2.2 TURNING THE GEOPILOT II PLUS ON/OFF
Before powering On the Geopilot II Plus, check for the correct voltage (10-35 Volt DC).
2.2.1 Turning On
Press and hold ‘NEAR’ for 1 second. The Geopilot II Plus emits one rapid beep sound and a
Title page containing information about the Product name, Software version, library version and
cartridges installed is displayed. This data can also be viewed in the “About” page in the “Main
Menu”.
Fig. 2.2.1 - Title page
After a few seconds the Warning page is displayed, reminding you that the Geopilot II Plus is an
aid to navigation and should be used with appropriate prudence. The electronic charts are not
intended to substitute for the official charts. Press ‘ENT’ to open the Moving Map screen.
2.2.2 Turning Off
‘NEAR’ 3 sec.: a countdown timer appears on the screen, if you release the key before the
countdown timer reaches zero, the Geopilot II Plus will remain On.
2.3 CHANGING BRIGHTNESS & CONTRAST
Press and hold 1 sec ‘NEAR’ to adjust the brightness and the contrast of the display and keyboard
(do not press and hold the key or the “power-off ” message will be displayed!).
To increase/decrease the brightness use respectively up/down cursor key. Similarly, to increase/
decrease the contrast use left/right cursor key. In addition the Time and the GPS State are shown.
2.4 SELECTING THE LANGUAGE
It is possible to select the language in which the information is displayed (for screen labels, menus
and options, but it does not affect the map information). The default setting is English.
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> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENT’ + “GENERAL SETUP” + ‘ENT’ +
“LANGUAGE” + ‘ENT’
Choose the language you want and press ‘ENT’ again to confirm.
2.5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS
2.5.1 Internal/external GPS Source
The Geopilot II Plus has an internal GPS Receiver. Be sure the Fix Source is set to Internal GPS to
receive data from this internal receiver.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX
SOURCE” + ‘ENTER’
Choose Internal GPS and press ‘ENTER’ to confirm. Otherwise if the Geopilot II Plus is using an
external NMEA0183 positioning source, set the Fix Source as External NMEA0183. The recognized
Input NMEA0183 messages are the following: GGA, GLL, GSA, GSV, HDG, HDM, HDT, PCMPA,
RMC, VHW, VTG (see Appendix E for more details on NMEA sentences).
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX
SOURCE” + ‘ENTER’
Choose External NMEA0183 and press ‘ENTER’ to confirm.
Fig. 2.5.1 - External Input
2.5.2 NMEA Outputs
The Geopilot II Plus can be connected to external equipment that accepts NMEA0183 data input.
Once attached, the output of NMEA formatted position information can be enabled in the following
manner:
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “NMEA OUTPUT” + ‘ENTER’
The default setting is Off. The Output NMEA0183 messages are the following: APA, APB, BOD,
BWC, GGA, GSA, GSV, GLL, HSC, RMA, RMB, RMC, VTG, WCV, XTE (see Appendix F for more
details on NMEA sentences) BOD, BWC, GGA, GLL, HSC, RMA, RMB, RMC, VTG, WCV, XTE (see
Appendix F for more details on NMEA sentences).
Fig. 2.5.2 - NMEA Connections
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2.5.3 Down Or Up-load Flight Plans & Tracks
The Geopilot II Plus can also send and receive Flight Plans from the AvMap Flight
Planner or another device compatible with it through the serial port (the USB port is for factory
use only). This requires an optional data cable that can be purchased from your avionics dealer or
AvMap/Navigation for a proper connection to the device (see following figures).
Fig. 2.5.3a - directional Communicatons
2.5.3.1 Download/Upload Waypoints
The Download Waypoint function allows you to send the current Waypoints to the serial port using
the NMEA0183 $WPL sentence (see Appendix E):
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “WAYPOINTS DOWNLOAD”
+ ‘ENTER’
The Upload Waypoint function allows you to receive Waypoints from the serial port using the
NMEA0183 $WPL sentence (see Appendix E):
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “WAYPOINTS UPLOAD” +
‘ENTER’
2.5.3.2 Download/Upload Flight Plan
The Download Flight Plan function allows you to send the current Flight Plans to the serial port
using the NMEA0183 $WPL and $RTE sentences (see Appendix E):
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “FLIGHT PLAN DOWNLOAD”
+ ‘ENTER’
The Upload Flight Plan function allows you to receive Flight Plans from the serial port using the
NMEA0183 $WPL and $RTE sentences (see Appendix E):
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “FLIGHT PLAN UPLOAD” +
‘ENTER’
The received Flight Plan is saved in the current Flight Plan. If the current Flight Plan contains data
the user should be asked to confirm the action (overwriting the existing Flight Plan) or choose
another Flight Plan.
2.5.3.3 Download Track
The Download Track function allows you to send Track data from the serial port using the CMAP
Proprietary NMEA0183 $PCMPT sentence (see Appendix E):
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “TRACK DOWNLOAD” +
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‘ENTER’
2.6 SYSTEM SETUP OPTIONS
You may select how the Geopilot II Plus displays primary information (such as how time is displayed)
from the System Setup Menu.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENT’
Refer to Chapter 14 for information about the System Setup Menu.
2.7 DATA ENTRY
Information is keyed into the Geopilot II Plus when editing a Waypoint, entering a Flight Plan, using
the calculator and searching the Database. When the field is highlighted:
- Enter or edit data by pressing up/down cursor key to step through the available characters until
the desired character is displayed.
- Press right cursor key to move the cursor to the right.
- Use left cursor key to move the cursor to the left.
Some pilot-entered data requires either a +, - or a hemisphere identification:
- Move the cursor over the displayed symbol and press up/down cursor key until the desired
symbol appears.
- Press ‘ENT’ to continue to the next line or to return to the previous menu.
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3 THE MOVING MAPS
The Moving Map is the default state of the software. This mode displays the Moving Map screen
and Data Window. The Moving Map displays map detail in Home, Auto Zoom or Cursor mode.
The operation mode will determine the options available within the screen. The Data Window
contains the navigation information pertaining to the active flight; these fields can be customized.
From the Moving Map screen you can obtain Automatic Info and Full Info for Database objects.
Here you can also open the Cursor/Position Menu for features related to Flight Plans, Waypoints
and airspace.
3.1 OPERATING MODES
3.1.1 Cursor Mode
In Cursor mode the screen is controlled by your movement of the cursor. When in Cursor mode, a
data field line will appear under the Data Window providing LAT/LON of the cursor position. If a fix
has been computed, a distance and bearing will also appear from the position fix to the cursor.
When in Cursor mode it is possible to scroll on the map such that the position fix will not be
displayed on the screen. When this occurs, you can quickly display your position by activating
Home mode (press ‘ESC’ once). At this time, the system will operate in Home mode (see below
Par. 3.1.2).
If you have a position fix, and would like to continue with the cursor at the last position, press ‘ESC’
again (if the cursor key have not been pressed between these two ‘ESC’ presses, the cursor will
revert to the original position). To activate the cursor from the current fix position, simply press the
cursor key and the Cursor mode becomes active at the present fix position. The cursor can be used
to create and edit Waypoints and Flight Plans; identify airspace, obtain info about objects, project
radial lines and measure distance (see Cursor Menu, Par. 3.6).
3.1.2 Auto Home (Screen Amplifier)
The Home mode (also called Screen Amplifier) is used to keep the fix position within the visible
map. The map is scrolled and redrawn automatically as your position moves. When this mode is
active the cursor is hidden. When in Home mode, there will be no position line displayed at the
bottom of the Data Window.
Note
Auto Zoom must be selected to Off in the Moving Map Menu.
A slow flashing airplane icon will indicate your current position. The airplane will be pointing in the
direction of movement. Home mode can display the map in North-up, Course-up or Track-up (see
Moving Map Settings, Par. 3.5). To deactivate Home mode press ‘ESC’ activating the cursor at the
previous position or press a cursor key to enable the cursor under the current fix position.
3.1.3 Auto Zoom Mode
The Auto Zoom mode is used to keep the fix position and destination (Target) visible on the map.
The map is scrolled and zoomed automatically to keep the best view possible. When this mode is
active the cursor is hidden. When in Auto Zoom mode, there will be no position line displayed at
the bottom of the Data Window.
Note
Auto Zoom must be selected to On in the Moving Map Menu.
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To activate Auto Zoom mode press ‘ESC’ in Moving Map. Auto Zoom requires a position fix and an
active destination point. If a destination point is not present it works as Home mode.
To deactivate Auto Zoom mode press ‘ESC’ to enable the cursor at the previous position or press a
cursor key to enable the cursor under the current fix position. Instead if you press ‘+’ or ‘-’ enables
the cursor under the current fix position and zooms on the map.
3.2 DATA WINDOW
The Moving Map screen provides the option for a Data Window display for a user defined navigation
information panel. This window is fixed at the right hand side of the screen. During Cursor mode,
an additional line is displayed at the bottom of this box with details on the cursor position. See Par.
3.5.3 and 3.5.4 for details on customizing the data fields display.
The data fields window is updated continuously during flight. For full information regarding
navigation and GPS data, you can select the Nav/Location screen from the Main Menu (see Chapter
4).
To view A-B BRG and DST, the “Info: A-B Function” must be selected for display in a Data window
field.
3.3 AUTOMATIC INFO
Automatic Info will provide details on cartographic objects, Waypoints and navaid items when the
cursor is placed over them. This is a user setting that can be defined in Moving Map Menu.
The default is Automatic Information to be displayed for aeronautical and terrestrial data.
When the Cursor mode is active, the Automatic Info window appears on the Moving Map screen
if there is an object under the cursor position. Depending on the cursor position the window is
opened in the top or bottom of the screen.
If additional information is available for the object, the box will indicate with the following message:
“Press and hold ENT to select”. By doing so, you will activate the information box and can then
select the item using the cursor key (if more than one item is displayed). With the item highlighted,
press ‘ENT’ again and the additional details will be displayed. If the information is an airport, the
‘ENT’ will toggle between the pages of data. Press ‘ESC’ to exit.
3.4 CURSOR OR POSITION MODE
The Moving Map page provides a sub-menu directly related to the cursor or position fix.
To activate from the Moving Map press ‘ENT’. The menu displayed will be Cursor or Position
dependent upon the map mode (see map mode above).
Fig. 3.4 - Cursor/Position Menu
3.4.1 Airspace Information
Airspace Info will display information about the airspace within the cursor/position fix. The selected
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area(s) of airspace queried is highlighted.
>‘ENT’ + “AIRSPACE INFO” + ‘ENT’
Like Automatic Info the window is opened in the top or bottom part of the screen. One window
displays all airspace objects. Displayed information is the following: Name of air-space; type of
airspace; altitude range; tower frequency for airport traffic areas or main airport frequency for Class
B and Class C areas.
3.4.2 Full Information
Full Info window displays attribute information for the object under the cursor/position.
>‘ENT’ + “FULL INFO” + ‘ENT’
Found objects are presented using a tree structure. Using the cursor key highlight the object desired
and press ‘ENT’ for further details.
3.4.3 Project Radial
The project radial feature creates a line at a given bearing and distance from a navaid or user
waypoint. If no object is present, an error message stating “Object not found” will appear on the
screen. The Geopilot II Plus will store 10 radials. To project a radial, first select the object with the
cursor, then:
>‘ENT’ + “PROJECT RADIAL” + ‘ENT’
Using the cursor key enter the Bearing and press ‘ENT’. The Distance box is now active; using the
cursor key enter the Distance for the line to extend and press ‘ENT’. To remove a radial, select the
object icon or the radial line with the cursor, then:
>‘ENT’ + “PROJECT RADIAL” + ‘ENT’
A Warning message appears asking if you would like to remove the radial. Press ‘ENT’ to confirm or
‘ESC’ to exit. To remove all radials stored in the Geopilot II Plus (see also Par. 14.9):
>‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENT’ + “CLEAR ALL RADIALS” + ‘ENT’
3.4.4 A - B Function
The A-B Function allows you to calculate distance and bearing between two specified points (“A”
and “B”). The distance and bearing will appear in the A-B data field box at the top of the screen.
(This must be selected for display; see Data Window, Par. 3.2). To measure two points:
>Place the cursor at first position “A” + ‘ENT’ + “A-B FUNCTION” + ‘ENT’
>Place the cursor at second position “B” + ‘ENT’ + “A-B FUNCTION” + ‘ENT’
You can also measure distance from the current fix position using the A-B feature. From Home or
Auto Zoom mode:
>‘ENT’ + “A-B FUNCTION” + ‘ENT’
This will place “A” at the current fix position, then:
>Place the cursor at second position “B” + ‘ENT’ + “A-B FUNCTION” + ‘ENT’
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This line will remain on the screen until it is deactivated. To deactivate:
>‘ENT’ + “A-B FUNCTION” + ‘ENT’
3.4.5 Waypoint Handling
Associate Waypoint with User Waypoint Alarm: When editing the waypoint, select the icon for the
waypoint. Any Waypoint with this icon will activate a user Waypoint Arrival Alarm if this feature is
turned on in the System Setup - Alarm Setup Menu.
The Geopilot II Plus provides storage for 1000 Waypoints. These can be a combination of User
Waypoints or Flight Plan Waypoint storage. User Waypoints can be edited, searched and used as
Waypoints within a Flight Plan. User Waypoints can be created from the Moving Map screen or via
the Database page (see Database, Chapter 8 for entering Waypoints from the Database).
Add Waypoint
>Place the cursor at position + ‘ENT’ + “ADD WAYPOINT” + ‘ENT’
Edit Waypoint
>Place the cursor over Waypoint + ‘ENT’ + “EDIT WAYPOINT” + ‘ENT’
The Edit Waypoint box will appear. Using the cursor key scroll through the alphanumerics to create
an eight character name, adjust the Latitude or Longitude or select an icon. Press ‘ENT’ within each
character field to move to the next field. After completing the icon selection, the box will close and
the new data is stored. Remove Waypoint (present only if there is a Waypoint under the cursor
position):
>Place the cursor over Waypoint + ‘ENT’ + “REMOVE WAYPOINT” + ‘ENT’
A shadow of the icon will remain on the screen until the map is redrawn.
3.4.6 Flight Plan
The Geopilot II Plus provides storage for 15 Flight Plans of 100 legs each. From the Moving Map
screen you can edit and create Flight Plans using the cursor. The Flight Plan edited or created will
be the one that is currently viewed by the software (see Chapter 6).
Creating a Flight Plan
To create a new Flight Plan from the Moving Map screen, be sure the current viewed Flight Plan
(see Chapter 6) is empty. Place the cursor at the desired position on the map, this can be an aero
object (APT, VOR, NDB, INT), User Waypoint or a spot on the map.
>‘ENT’ + “INSERT FP LEG” + ‘ENT’
This will create the first Waypoint within your Flight Plan. Continue this way to add the remaining
Waypoints within your Flight Plan.
Note
If several aero objects are found under the cursor, the system will default the selection as follows: Airport, VOR,
NDB, INT. If no aero object is found, a temporary Waypoint is placed at the coordinates of the cursor and is
named “WPTxxx” (where xxx is a number).
Add Waypoint
To add a Waypoint (leg) to the viewed (current) Flight Plan place the cursor over the position.
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>‘ENT’ + “INSERT FP LEG” + ‘ENT’
This will place another leg onto the end of the current viewed Flight Plan.
Remove Waypoint (present only if there is a Waypoint under the cursor position)
>Place the cursor over existing Waypoint + ‘ENT’ + “REMOVE WAYPOINT” + ‘ENT’
If the Waypoint was within the Flight Plan, the revised leg will be drawn on the screen.
Inserting a Waypoint
To edit a flight plan on the moving map, be sure the flight plan is selected as the “Viewed” flight
plan. (See Sec. 6.1). To insert a waypoint between two existing waypoints in the viewed flight plan,
move the cursor over the leg to be edited:
> ‘ENT’ + “ADD FP LEG” + ‘ENT’.
The new waypoint is now inserted into the flight plan.
3.5 MOVING MAP MENU
The Moving Map Menu provides access to the set up functions of the Moving Map display.
Here you can define the items for display, Map Orientation, Auto Zoom, selective display and
other settings to customize the Geopilot II Plus for your navigational needs. From Moving Map
press ‘MENU’ to display the Moving Map Menu. From here use the cursor key to select the item
desired and press ‘ENT’ to activate. At any time, press ‘ESC’ to back out of the menus and return
to the Moving Map.
Fig. 3.5 - Moving Map Menu
3.5.1 Viewed Fp
This item enables you to select the Flight Plan to display on the Moving Map from the list
of stored Flight Plans. The Flight Plan that is “Viewed” can then be edited or activated
from the Moving Map display.
> ‘MENU’ + “VIEWED FP” + ‘ENT’
The Flight Plan list will display, using the cursor key, highlight the Flight Plan and press ‘ENTER’.
Select an EMPTY Flight Plan if you do not want a Flight Plan to display on the Moving Map, or to
create a new Flight Plan from the Moving Map.
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3.5.2 Auto Position Mode
To set Auto Zoom or Auto Home mode:
> ‘MENU’ + “AUTO POSITION MODE” + ‘ENTER’
The following options are available:
OFF - The moving map display will remain in ‘CURSOR’ or ‘HOME’ mode as set by the user.
AUTO ZOOM - Used to keep the current position and the destination (Target) visible on the map.
The map is scrolled and zoomed automatically to keep the best view possible during all phases of
flight. When Auto Zoom is selected, and the cursor is active, the map will reposition the cursor to
the center point of the current position fix and the destination waypoint as needed to keep both
items visible on the display.
AUTO HOME - The Moving Map page will automatically change to the ‘HOME’ mode when no
cursor activity is present for 60 seconds. The default setting is AUTO HOME. Auto Zoom is On
the Auto Zoom mode is activated (see Par. 3.1.3).
> ‘MENU’ + “AUTO ZOOM” + “ON”+ ‘ENT’
The Auto Zoom mode is used to keep the fix position and the destination (Target) visible on the
map. The map is scrolled and zoomed automatically to keep the best view possible.
3.5.3 Data Window mode
The Data Window is displayed on the top of the Moving Map. This window provides navigation
information relating to the Flight Plan and GPS data. This screen can be customized to allow you to
select the information based on your flying needs.
>‘MENU’ + “DATA WINDOW MODE” + ‘ENT’
The following options are available for the data window display:
OFF
Fields
HSI + Fields - Provides the HSI along with 6 data fields in the top half of the display window.
(Settings for the HIS display are selected in the HIS menu .)
Fig. 3.5.3 - Data Window options
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3.5.4 Setup Data Fields
You can select the item to be displayed in each of the fields of the Data Window. The following
figure displays the options available. The fields selected for each window mode option (1-line, 2lines, etc.) are independent; therefore, you can select different fields for each window view.
> ‘MENU’ + “SETUP DATA FIELDS” + ‘ENT’
After pressing ‘ENT’, a box in the Data Window will be highlighted. Using the cursor key, select the
box to be edited and press ‘ENT’. The OPTIONS box will appear (see previous figure) allowing you
to select the item to display in the highlighted is box. Highlight the desired item from the list and
press ‘ENT’ to accept. You can then scroll to another box and proceed as above. Once all boxes are
set up, press ‘ESC’ to exit.
Fig. 3.5.4 - Setup Data Fields
Note
Dest. Wpt on the GeoPilot uses 2 fields. Still must be the top field, or the top left when in HSI + Fields mode.
3.5.5 Default Datafields
This will restore data fields settings to default values
> ‘MENU’ + “DEFAULT DATA FIELDS” + ‘ENT’
The message “DONE” will appear to the right confirming the action is complete. The Default Fields
will only be applied to the currently selected Data Window Option.
3.5.6 Map Orientation
Map Orientation controls the direction that the Moving Map is pointing during Home and Auto
Zoom modes.
> ‘MENU’ + “MAP ORIENTATION” + ‘ENT’
The options are:
Track-up - will rotate the map automatically to keep your Track pointed toward the top of the
display (see Par. 14.2.6; System Setup + Fix Setup + Head Up Response).
Course-up - will rotate the map automatically to keep your active leg pointed toward the top of
the display.
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