Garmin 3600a Applications Guide

iQue® 3600a

integrated handheld

Que™ applications guide

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INTRODUCTION > WHAT TO READ

INTRODUCTION

This Que Applications Guide

This Que Applications Guide describes how to

The Garmin® iQue® 3600a handheld uses Garmin
GPS technology integrated with the Palm OS

®

(Operating System) to manage your personal data and

navigate with the Que Applications. To get the most
out of your new navigation system, take time to read
this manual and learn the operating procedures.

provide you with navigational guidance.

Manual Conventions

What to Read

Your iQue handheld comes with the following
documents: the Setup Guide and Quick Reference
Guide, the Operating Instructions on the Setup CD,
and this Que Applications Guide.

This manual discusses how to use your iQue 3600a
for both aviation and automotive purposes. When a
procedure commonly used for aviation navigation is
described, the instructions include using the buttons
on the Aviation Cradle. When a procedure commonly
used for automotive navigation is described, the

Setup Guide: Read First

The Setup Guide, printed on the CD-ROM packaging,
provides computer connection and software
installation instructions. The Quick Reference Guide
explains the basic functions of the iQue 3600a.

Operating Instructions on the CD

The Operating Instructions, available only on
the Setup CD, describe how to use the Palm OS
applications that come with your iQue handheld.

®

instructions do not include the Aviation Cradle
buttons; you are instructed to “tap” the screen with
your stylus.

You can perform most operations by either tapping
the screen or using the buttons on the Aviation Cradle.
Use whichever method best suits your needs.

For more explanation of the terms and techniques
used in this manual, see “Using your iQue 3600a”
beginning on page 8.

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INTRODUCTION > WHAT TO READ

Manual Organization

This manual is organized into the following sections:

The Introduction section contains this preface and
the Table of Contents.

The Getting Started section provides information
such as an overview of unit features and how to turn
the unit on and adjust the backlight.

The Basic Operation in Aviation Mode section
provides you with information about basic features
such as creating a Flight Plan and using the Direct
To key. More advanced aviation navigation features,
such as using VNAV and vectors, are discussed in the
Advanced Operation in Aviation Mode section.

The Basic Operation in Automotive Mode section

Learn about the additional Garmin Que applications,
such as QueAudio and QueFlights, in the Additional
Que Applications section.

The Customizing your iQue 3600a and Que
Applications section describes how to set up your
iQue to better suit your needs.

The Appendix contains information about the iQue
3600a such as specifications and optional accessories.
You can also find warranty and FCC information in
the Appendix. Read the Safety Information to learn

how to install and use your iQue 3600a safely and
responsibly.

An Index is provided at the end of the manual for
reference.

provides you with information about basic features
such as creating a route and marking a waypoint.
More advanced navigation features, such as editing
waypoints and routes, are discussed in the Advanced

Operation in Automotive Mode

section.

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INTRODUCTION > TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents

Introduction ........................................................ i

What to Read ........................................................i

Setup Guide: Read First ........................................... i

Operating Instructions on the CD ............................. i

This Que Applications Guide ................................... i

Manual Conventions ........................................... i

Manual Organization .......................................... ii

Getting Started .................................................. 1

Getting Satellite Signals ..................................... 1

Initializing the Receiver ............................................1

Viewing the GPS Status with QueGPS .....................2

GPS Tips ...................................................................2

Aviation Cradle ....................................................3

Aviation Cradle Keys and Operation ........................3

Placing the iQue in the Aviation Cradle ...................4

iQue 3600a Buttons and Icons ...........................5

Buttons on the Unit ..................................................5

Icons on the Screen ...................................................6

Tips for Conserving Battery Power ..........................6

Using the Flip Cover ...........................................7

Using Your iQue 3600a ........................................8

Common iQue 3600a Handheld Terms ....................8

Selecting Options and Entering Data ........................9

Que Applications ............................................... 10

Changing the Mode ................................................11

Using the Databases .........................................12

Database Updates ...................................................12

Basic Aviation Operation ............................... 13

Aviation Mode Sequence .................................. 13

Creating a Direct To ..........................................14

Viewing Details for the Destination .......................15

Viewing Frequency Restrictions .............................16

Finding a Nearby Point .................................... 17

Aviation Nearest Categories ...................................18

Viewing Communication Frequencies ....................19

Selecting an Approach ......................................20

Finding Land Points .......................................... 21

Marking a Waypoint ...........................................22

Creating a Flight Plan (Route) .......................... 23

Following Your Flight Plan ...............................24

Track Your Progress with QueMap ........................24

Panning and Zooming the Map .........................24

View the HSI with QueNav ....................................25

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Watch for Terrain Changes and Obstacles ..............25

Terrain Information ...........................................26

Obstacle Information ........................................26

Terrain and Obstacle Color Code ......................26

Watch the Pop-up Alerts .........................................27

Track Your Progress with Active Route .................27

Advanced Aviation Operation ...................... 28

Using Advanced QueMap Features .................28

Using Advanced QueNav Features .................. 30

Enabling OBS .........................................................30

Capturing the VNAV Profile ...................................30

Editing Your Flight Plan (Route) ......................31

Understanding Vectors ..................................... 33

Setting up Your VNAV Profile ........................... 34

Customizing Your VNAV Profile ............................35

Using the VNAV Feature ........................................35

Setting up QueTerrain ....................................... 36

Caution Elevation ...................................................37

Look Ahead Time ...................................................37

Alert Sensitivity ......................................................37

Viewing the Alert Pop-up Windows .......................37

QueE6B ..............................................................38

QueWeight & Balance .......................................

Entering the Aircraft Profile ...................................40

Calculating Weight and Balance .............................42

40

Basic Automotive Operation ......................... 44

Automotive Mode Sequence ............................ 44

Navigating to a Location ................................... 45

Finding an Item .................................................. 46

Using the Find From Feature ..................................47

Finding an Address .................................................48

Finding an Intersection ...........................................49

Finding Points of Interest .......................................49

Viewing Details for a Map Item .............................50

QueFind Tips ..........................................................50

Marking a Waypoint ...........................................51

Creating a Route ................................................ 52

Following Your Route ........................................53

View Your Route on QueMap .................................53

Understanding QueMap ....................................53

Using the QueMap Icons ..................................54

Look for Upcoming Turns with QueTurns .............55

Watch the Turn Preview Alerts ...............................55

View Your Trip Data with QueTrip ........................56

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Advanced Automotive Operation ................. 57

Editing Waypoints .............................................57

Using QueRoutes .............................................. 59

Editing Your Route .................................................59

Adding and Editing Stops (Via Points) .............59

Creating a Detour ..............................................60

Saving a Route ........................................................60

Navigating a Saved Route ......................................61

Saved Auto and Aviation Routes .......................61

Stopping and Resuming Navigation .......................61

Recalculating a Route ............................................61

Using Address and Date Book Entries as Desti-

nations ........................................................... 62

Attaching a Location to an Address/Date Book

Entry ..................................................................62

Going to an Address/Date Book Entry ...................63

Additional Que Applications .........................64

QueFlights .......................................................... 64

QueGPS .............................................................. 65

Satellite Status ........................................................65

Establishing a New Location ..................................66

Entering a New Elevation .......................................66

QueTracks ..........................................................

Viewing Saved Track Details .................................68

Setting QueTracks Preferences ...............................68

QueHunt & Fish ................................................. 69

QueSun & Moon ................................................70

QueAudio ........................................................... 71

Storing and Playing Files with QueAudio ..............71

Customizing QueAudio ..........................................72

QueVoice ............................................................73

Recording and Playing Files ...................................73

Attaching a Location to a Voice File ......................74

Importing and Exporting QueVoice Files ..............74

67

Customizing the Que Applications ............... 75

Changing the GPS Settings .............................. 75

Customizing QueMap ........................................ 76

Location Format and Map Datum ..........................77

Setting Airspace Alarms .........................................77

Changing Routing and Guidance Settings ..... 78

Customizing Route Calculations ............................78

Entering Areas to Avoid in Your Routes ...........78

Customizing Route Guidance .................................79

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Customizing Your iQue 3600a .......................... 80

Changing the Measurement Units ..........................80

Adjusting the Backlight and LED Brightness ........80

Setting the Date and Time ......................................80

Customizing the Buttons ........................................81

Customizing the Application Screens .....................82

Restoring the Original Settings .......................83

Appendix ......................................................... 84

Physical Specifications ...........................................84

Power Specifications ...............................................84

Performance Specifications ....................................84

Accuracy ...........................................................84

Internal System Specifications ................................85

Notes about Battery Life .........................................85

Optional Accessories ........................................ 86

Care Information ............................................... 87

Cleaning the Unit ....................................................87

Storing the iQue 3600a ...........................................87

Learning about GPS .......................................... 88

Common GPS Terms ..............................................88

What is Differential GPS (DGPS)? ........................88

What is WAAS? ......................................................89

Map Datums and Location Formats ................90

What is a Map Datum and

which one should I use? ....................................90

What is a Location Format and

which one should I use? ....................................90

Jeppesen Database Information ......................91

Data Field Options ............................................. 92

Messages ........................................................... 94

Product and Safety Information ....................... 95

FCC Compliance ....................................................95

Software License Agreement ..................................96

Limited Warranty ....................................................96

Product Registration ...............................................98

Contact Garmin .......................................................98

Safety Information ..................................................98

Vehicular Navigation Safety Information .......100

Index .............................................................. 101

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GETTING STARTED > GETTING SATELLITE SIGNALS

GETTING STARTED

To acquire GPS signals:

1. Rotate the antenna so that it is parallel with the

This section provides an overview of your iQue 3600a
and instructions on how to set up your iQue.

2. Have a clear view of the sky to receive satellite

Getting Satellite Signals

The GPS receiver must be turned on and initialized
(given an opportunity to determine its location) before
you can use it for navigation.

Initializing the Receiver

The first time you use the GPS receiver on your iQue
3600a, you will need to initialize it, which can take up
to 15 minutes. You can shorten the initialization time
by selecting your general location on the map. See

“Establishing a New Location” on page 66. After you

find your location the first time, the receiver takes less
time to gather signals.

NOTE: The antenna is designed to best receive

satellite signals when it is aligned parallel
with the horizon. If the antenna is positioned
vertically, the iQue’s ability to receive satellites
may be dramatically reduced.

horizon. This is the “On” position.

signals. Satellite signals cannot pass through
solid materials (except glass) or dense
overhead tree cover.

GPS Antenna in the On Position.

Pull the antenna out

and rotate up to the On

position. Be sure the

antenna is parallel with

the horizon.

IMPORTANT: Remember that whenever the

antenna is not fully closed, the GPS receiver
is operating, even when the unit is in Auto-Off
mode. Press the Power button to turn off the unit
and the GPS receiver.

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GETTING STARTED > GETTING SATELLITE SIGNALS

Viewing the GPS Status with QueGPS

QueGPS provides signal strength bars and a status
field at the top of the screen so you can view the status
of the GPS receiver.

To determine the GPS Status:

1. Open QueGPS by tapping the status icon
at the bottom of the screen.

2. Observe the message in the top of the window.

GPS Signal Status

“Acquiring Satellites”—GPS is on and

searching for satellite signals.

“3D GPS Location”—a 3D location fix has

been established.

“3D Differential GPS Location”—WAAS

satellite signals are being received and a 3D
location fix is established.

“2D Differential GPS Location”—only enough

WAAS satellite signals are being received to
determine a 2D location fix.

“2D GPS Location”—enough satellite signals

are being received to establish a 2D fix.

“GPS is Off”—the antenna is closed.

GPS Tips

While the receiver is gathering information, your
location on the map may display as different from
where you actually are located. Be patient; as soon as
the receiver gathers enough satellite information, your
proper location is displayed on the map.

Any time you have traveled more than 600 miles with
the GPS receiver turned off, the receiver may take
longer than normal to initialize and find your location.

The GPS receiver can lose satellite signals due to
interference from such items as buildings, tunnels,
and heavy tree cover. Monitoring the GPS status is
recommended.

If you do not want the GPS receiver on, keep the
antenna closed, particularly when indoors.

For more information about QueGPS, refer to the

“QueGPS” section on page 65. To learn about GPS,

refer to “Learning about GPS” in the Appendix.

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Aviation Cradle

GETTING STARTED > AVIATION CRADLE

Use the Aviation Cradle when taking the iQue 3600a
in an aircraft. This cradle provides keys that allow you
to access aviation applications and features quickly.

Aviation Cradle Keys and Operation

(Direct To)—opens the Go To page so you can

create a Direct To quickly.

(Direct To)

NRST (

you can find the nearest aviation points.

MENU—opens the menu along the top of the screen.

NEAREST)—opens the QueFind page so

NRST

(Nearest)

MENU

Press again to close that menu.

ESC (ESCAPE)—exits options menus, applications,
or pages (screens). When you are panning the map,
press ESCAPE to center the map on your current
location.

ENT (

ENTER)—enters information and marks a

waypoint when QueMap is open.

Rocker Key

—highlights an item on the screen and

ESC

(Escape)

ENT

(Enter)

Rocker key

pans across the map. Press up to increase your speed
while simulating a flight; press down to decrease.

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GETTING STARTED > AVIATION CRADLE

Placing the iQue in the Aviation Cradle

When you use the iQue 3600a in an aircraft, you
must first place the unit in the Aviation Cradle. The
Aviation Cradle provides additional keys to allow you
to quickly access integral functions of the iQue 3600a.

The Yoke Mount, which came with your iQue
3600a, attaches the Aviation Cradle to the yoke of
your aircraft. For information about installing the
Aviation Cradle in your aircraft, read the Yoke Mount
Installation Instructions.

Open the antenna before placing the iQue 3600a
into the Aviation Cradle. Also, be sure the leather
flip cover is removed, as described on page 7, before
installing the iQue 3600a in the Aviation Cradle.

To place the unit in the Aviation Cradle:

1. Open the antenna and be sure the flip cover is

removed from the iQue 3600a.

2. Insert the bottom of the iQue 3600a into the

Aviation Cradle.

3. Tilt the unit toward the back of the cradle until

you hear the locking mechanism snap.

To remove the iQue 3600a from the
Aviation Cradle:

1. Press the Locking Tab in.

2. Pull the iQue forward and lift the unit out of the

Aviation Cradle.

Locking

Tab

iQue 3600a in the Aviation Cradle

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GETTING STARTED > IQUE 3600A BUTTONS AND ICONS

iQue 3600a Buttons and Icons

For an in-depth look at the iQue 3600a handheld
features, refer to the Operating Instructions.

Que button—opens and scrolls through Que
Applications and re-activates the unit when in “Auto­Off” mode. Press and hold to hear GPS status or the
next navigation prompt, when in Automotive Mode.

Buttons on the Unit

To change what the Que button opens, see page 81.
Power button—turns the unit on and off when pressed
and released. Hold to adjust the brightness.

REC (Record)—records notes and other sounds.

Thumb Wheel

—scrolls through and selects choices.

Roll up to zoom out of the map, or down to zoom in.

ESC (Escape)—exits menus or pages.

REC

Button

Thumb

Wheel

ESC

Button

Application buttons—opens the programmed
applications.

Scroll

buttons—scrolls through choices. Zooms
in and out of the map (QueMap and QueTerrain).
Increases and decreases your altitude when simulating

Application

Buttons

a flight.

Power/

Backlight

Button

Que

Button

Scroll Buttons

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GETTING STARTED > IQUE 3600A BUTTONS AND ICONS

Icons on the Screen

Each page (or screen) in the iQue 3600a features
a row of icons along the bottom to help you move
around the software easily. Simply tap one of the
icons with your stylus to open the desired application
or menu.

Home (Applications Launcher)—opens the

Applications Launcher that displays all of the
applications you have loaded on your iQue
3600a. Keep tapping to scroll through the
various Applications Launcher menus, such as

Que and System.

Menu—opens the options menu. You can also

access the options menu by tapping the menu
bar, which displays the application name.

QueRoutes—opens the QueRoutes

application.

QueFind—opens QueFind.

Tips for Conserving Battery Power

Close the antenna when you are not using the GPS
receiver. If the unit automatically shuts off (Auto­Off mode) and the antenna is open, the battery may
discharge. Close the antenna when not in use.

Turn the backlight level down to get the longest
battery life.

GPS Status—displays the status

of the GPS signal and battery. Tap
to open the QueGPS application.

QueClock—opens QueClock.

Brightness—opens the brightness adjustment

slider for the backlighting and power LED.
A bright screen reduces the battery life; the
brighter the screen, the shorter the battery life.

Volume—opens the Volume page that allows

you to adjust the various volume settings,
such as the speaker and guidance prompts.

Graffiti® 2 Arrow—expands or collapses the

Graffiti® 2 text input area.

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GETTING STARTED > USING THE FLIP COVER

Using the Flip Cover

Your iQue 3600a comes with a leather flip cover to
protect the screen from being scratched.

To install the flip cover:

1. Squeeze the wire hinges gently to curve the
plastic base.

Squeeze the wire hinges in

2. Fit the feet of the plastic base into the slots
located on the bottom of the iQue 3600a.

Slots for the flip cover

Bottom of the iQue 3600a

3. Release the wire hinges. The cover is now
installed. When installed properly, the Garmin
logo is visible when the cover is flipped shut.

The cover cannot be installed on the unit while it is in
the Aviation Cradle. Before installing the unit in the
cradle, remove the cover.

To remove the cover:

1. Open the cover.

2. Squeeze the wire hinges and remove the feet
from the slots in the bottom of the iQue 3600a.

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GETTING STARTED > USING YOUR IQUE 3600A

Using Your iQue 3600a

The iQue 3600a is designed to allow quick,
convenient selection of navigation options. As you
progress through this Que Applications Guide,
you will often be directed to press a specific key
or highlight a field on the screen. When you are
directed to press a key, you should press and quickly
release the key. If the key needs to be held down, the
instructions tell you to do so.

Common iQue 3600a Handheld Terms

The following terms are used throughout this manual:

Cursor—the highlighted area on the screen that can
be moved up, down, right, or left with the Rocker
key to select individual fields. Moving the cursor to a
given location allows you to make a selection, enter
data, or scroll through a list.

Field—the location on a page where data is entered
or an option is displayed. Place the cursor on a field
using the Rocker key or simply tap the field with the
stylus.

Highlight—when a field is selected on the screen, it is
highlighted. The position of the highlight is controlled
by the Rocker key or where you tap with the stylus.

On-Screen Button—similar to “field.” Use the
Rocker

or simply tap the button with the stylus.

Scroll Bar

to display on the screen, a scroll bar appears along
the right side of the list. The position of the scroll
bar indicates which portion of the list is currently
displayed. The height of the scroll bar indicates
the number of items in the list. To scroll through a
list, press the Up or Down Scroll buttons or roll the

Thumb Wheel up or down.

Default—the factory setting saved in the unit’s

memory. You can change the settings as you like, but
you can also revert to the factory (default) settings
when you select Restore Defaults.

Pick List —a list of options indicated by a triangle.
To open the list, tap the triangle, or highlight it and
press ENTER on the Aviation Cradle.

key to highlight a button and press ENTER

—when viewing a list of items too long

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GETTING STARTED > USING YOUR IQUE 3600A

Selecting Options and Entering Data

Use the ENTER key and Rocker key to select
options, enter names and numbers in fields, and
activate your selections. When using the stylus you
can simply tap the desired selection.

To select and activate an option:

1. With any Que application displayed, press the
Rocker key Up, Down, Right, or Left to move
the cursor and highlight your desired selection.

2. Press ENTER to activate the feature. A list
may open with more options. If so, highlight
the desired option and press ENTER again.

You can also roll the Thumb Wheel Up or

Down to highlight an option. Press the Thumb

Wheel In to select that option.

To exit a menu or return to the previous
setting:

Press the ESCAPE key. When pressed

repeatedly, the ESCAPE key scrolls through
the Applications Launcher screens.

To enter data in a field:

1. Use the Rocker key to highlight the desired
field and press ENTER to activate the field.

2. Press Up or Down on the Rocker key to select
characters. Press Right to move to the next
character or press Left to move back to the
previous character. If there are two lines of
data, keep pressing Right to drop down to the
next line.

3. After entering the desired data, press ENTER
to confirm the change.

Not all fields are programmable, such as the date
and time on the QueGPS page. When fields are not
selectable, the cursor automatically skips over them.

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GETTING STARTED > QUE APPLICATIONS

Que Applications

The Que applications are a group of applications
developed by Garmin that provide mapping and
navigation capabilities, as well as many other GPS­related functions.

QueMap is the main GPS application that contains
the map image. On the QueMap page you can see
yourself (an airplane icon when in aviation mode or a
triangle when in automotive mode) move across the
map. QueMap is used in conjunction with the other
Que Applications, such as QueFind, QueNav, and
QueTerrain, to provide a robust user interface for your
mapping and navigation features.

QueVoice and QueAudio are additional Que
applications that allow you to record and listen to
sound files.

To quickly access the
screen, press the ESCAPE key repeatedly until it
is displayed. You can also tap the Home icon
repeatedly to display the Que Applications Launcher

Que Applications Launcher

To open a Que Application:

1. Press ESCAPE to open the Applications
Launcher.

2. Use the Rocker key to highlight the in the
upper right corner and press ENTER.

3. Highlight Que from the list and press ENTER.

Que Applications Launcher Screen

4. Highlight the desired Que Application icon from
the menu and press ENTER.

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GETTING STARTED > QUE APPLICATIONS

Changing the Mode

The iQue 3600a offers two usage modes: Aviation
Mode and Automotive Mode. The main Que
applications are linked together in a series that you
can cycle through by pressing Que button.

Many Que applications also have an options menu. To
view the options menu, press MENU on the Aviation
Cradle, or with your stylus, you can tap the menu
icon or the menu bar—the top bar bearing the
application name, such as .

If the usage mode is set to Auto Select, the iQue
3600a automatically switches to Automotive Mode
when you insert the unit into an automotive cradle.
Conversely, it switches to Aviation Mode when you
place it in the Aviation cradle. There is no need to
switch back and forth manually.

To change modes manually in QueMap:

1. With QueMap open, press the MENU key.

2. Use the Rocker key to highlight Switch Usage

Mode. Press ENTER.

To change modes manually through
Preferences:

1. Press ESCAPE to display the All or System
Applications Launcher.

2. Use the Rocker key to highlight the Prefs icon

and press ENTER.

3. Highlight the pick list in the top right corner
and press ENTER.

4. Highlight Que and press ENTER.

5. Highlight the pick list in the top left corner
and press ENTER.

6. Highlight Usage Mode and press ENTER.

Highlight and
press ENTER

to change the

mode.

7. Highlight the pick list and press ENTER to
display Aviation and Automotive.

8. Highlight Automotive and press ENTER.

To disable Auto Select, highlight it and press

ENTER to remove the check mark.

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GETTING STARTED > USING THE DATABASES

Using the Databases

Your iQue 3600a comes with a Jeppesen
an Obstacle database, a Terrain database, a Voice
Guidance database, and a basemap.

®

database,

Database Updates

The internal Jeppesen database provides position and
facility information for thousands of airports, VORs,
NDBs, and more. Updates to the Jeppesen database
are available every 28 days online (http://shop.garmin.

MapSource Map Data

Optional Garmin MapSource CD-ROMs enhance the
versatility of your iQue 3600a. The Auto Navigation
Kit includes MapSource City Select detailed maps
that provide Points of Interest, such as restaurants,
lodging, and attractions, and even addresses and

com/aviation/databases/).

The update programs are designed to operate on
Windows
HotSync® cradle to be connected to an available USB
port on your computer.

phone numbers for any listed location. BlueChart
data provides access to marine navaids, wrecks,
obstructions, and anchorage locations.

Refer to the Garmin Web site at

http://www.garmin.
com/cartography/ for compatible MapSource

products. For information about loading MapSource
products on your iQue 3600a, refer to the MapSource
Owner’s Manual and online Help File.

An optional FlightBook software package is available
to assist with your flight record keeping. Download
FlightBook from your iQue 3600a Setup CD or visit

http://www.garmin.com/aviation.

®

-compatible PCs and requires the included

NOTE: After you perform an update to your

Jeppesen Database, verify that all of your flight
plans (routes) in your unit are still current. If
there is an obsolete Jeppesen aviation point
in a saved route, the route will be locked and
unusable. You need to create a new route with
current Jeppesen Database points.

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BASIC AVIATION OPERATION > AVIATION MODE SEQUENCE

BASIC AVIATION OPERATION

This section describes how to perform basic aviation
functions with your iQue 3600a in the Aviation
Cradle. Directions include using the keys on the
cradle to select and enter information. You can tap the
screen with your stylus, if you prefer.

Aviation Mode Sequence

By default, Aviation Mode features four main
applications: QueMap, QueTerrain, QueNav, and
Active Route. An example of each application in the
Aviation Mode sequence appears to the right. To scroll
through the main aviation applications, press the Que
button on the front of the iQue 3600a. Aviation Mode
is the default mode for the iQue 3600a.

To manually change modes, with QueMap open,
press the MENU key on the Aviation Cradle. Use the
Rocker key to highlight Switch Usage Mode and
press ENTER. You can also use the stylus to change
the mode. Open QueMap and tap the menu icon .
Tap Switch Usage Mode.

◄ QueMap

◄ QueTerrain

◄ QueNav

Active Go To (Route) ►

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BASIC AVIATION OPERATION > CREATING A DIRECT TO

Creating a Direct To

Press the Direct To key to plot a direct course
from your current location to any airport, navaid, or
other aviation point.

To go to an airport:

1. Press the Direct To key on the Aviation
Cradle. The Go To page appears.

2. To search by facility or by city, highlight By
Identifier. Press ENTER. Highlight the search
method (By Identifier, Facility, or City) and
press ENTER.

Choose a search method from the pick list.

3. Highlight the Name field and press ENTER.

4. Highlight the first letter of the name and then
press the Rocker key Up or Down to change
the letter. Press the Rocker key Right to move
to the next letter. Press ENTER when done.

Highlight your destination.

5. Highlight your destination from the list.

6. Press the Rocker key Right to highlight Go To
and press ENTER. The iQue 3600a creates a
Direct To from your current location to the point
you selected.

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Viewing Details for the Destination

You can view detailed information for your destination.
You will find this feature handy for retrieving airport
information, such as communication frequencies,
runway information, field elevation, and available fuels.

To view destination airport information:

1. Press Direct To to open the Go To page.

2. Enter the identifier, facility name, or city.

3. Highlight the desired destination from the list.

4. Press ENTER to open the Details page for that
item. The Details page provides information on
the Airport, Comm (communications), Runway,
and Approach.

5. Highlight the information type you want to view,
such as Comm, and press ENTER.

Highlight the airport on the Go To page and press ENTER.

6. Go To is automatically highlighted. Press

Highlight Show Map and press ENTER to view

Highlight Done and press ENTER when

BASIC AVIATION OPERATION > CREATING A DIRECT TO

The Airport Details page (shown above) opens.

ENTER to navigate to this destination.

the item on a map.

finished viewing the information.

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BASIC AVIATION OPERATION > CREATING A DIRECT TO

Viewing Frequency Restrictions

Some frequencies for various airports will be
followed by an asterisk (*). This denotes that the
frequency has usage restrictions. You can display the
usage restriction information on your iQue 3600a.

To view usage restrictions for a
communication frequency:

1. Open the information page for the destination
airport (as described on the previous page).

2. Highlight Comm and press ENTER.

Comm tab

selected

to view

communication

frequencies for

this airport

Frequency

with Usage

Restrictions

3. Use the Rocker key to highlight any frequency
with usage restrictions (as denoted by
an asterisk) and press ENTER. A Usage
Restrictions page appears describing the
restrictions for the selected frequency.

4. To return to the Comm information page, press

ENTER.

Comm Details Page

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Finding a Nearby Point

In an emergency, you can press a few buttons to
navigate to the closest point to land.

Press the NEAREST key on the Aviation Cradle to
search for aviation points near your current location
and navigate to them quickly. You can search for
nearby airports, navaids, and other aviation points.

Press the NEAREST key repeatedly to scroll through
the Aviation Nearest Categories. If an Aviation
Nearest page other than Airport is open, such as
VOR, press and hold the NEAREST key to view the
Nearest Airport list again.

The Aviation Nearest page is part of the QueFind
application. You can also search the rest of QueFind
by pressing the NEAREST key.

To find the nearest aviation item:

1. Press the NEAREST key to open the Aviation
Nearest page of QueFind.

2. Keep pressing NEAREST until the desired
Aviation Nearest category, such as VOR,
is displayed.

BASIC AVIATION OPERATION > FINDING A NEARBY POINT

Aviation

Nearest

categories:

Airport
selected

Aviation Nearest Page

3. Use the Rocker key to highlight the item you
are looking for.

4. Press the Rocker key right to highlight Go To
and press ENTER to begin navigating to the
selected item.

QueFind

categories:

Aviation

Nearest

selected

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BASIC AVIATION OPERATION > FINDING A NEARBY POINT

Aviation Nearest Categories

Press the NEAREST key to open the Aviation
Nearest page of QueFind. Continue pressing
NEAREST to scroll through the different Aviation
Nearest categories.

The Aviation Nearest categories are as follows:

Airport—nearest 15 with identifier, bearing, distance,
length of longest runway, and common traffic
advisory (CTAF) or tower frequency.

Weather (Airport Weather Sources)

15 airport weather information sources, including
AWOS, ASOS, and ATIS.

VOR (VHF Omnidirectional Radio Beacons)

nearest 15 with identifier, facility type (symbol),
bearing, distance, and frequency.

NDB (Non Directional Beacons)

identifier, facility type (symbol), bearing, distance,
and frequency.

—nearest

—

—nearest 15 with

Intersection—nearest 15 with identifier, bearing, and
distance.

User (Waypoints)

—nearest 15 with name, symbol,

bearing, and distance.

ARTCC (Air Route Traffic Control Center)

—

nearest 5 with bearing, distance, and frequency.

FSS (Flight Service Station)—nearest 5 with
bearing, distance, frequency, and VOR (for duplex
operations).

Airspace—up to 15 (depending on number of alerts
provided) with name, time to entry (when applicable),
and status.

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Viewing Communication Frequencies

The Aviation Nearest pages list up to five nearest
flight service station (FSS) and air route traffic
control center (ARTCC) points of communication.
The closest communication point is displayed first,
with additional points available when selected. For
duplex operation, the corresponding VOR is listed (by
identifier) and the transmit and receive frequencies are
denoted by a TX and RX respectively.

To view additional communication
frequencies:

1. Press the NEAREST key to open the Aviation
Nearest page of QueFind. Keep pressing it
until the ARTCC or FSS category is displayed.

2. Press the Rocker key Down to highlight the
Station pick list and press ENTER.

Highlight and
press ENTER to
select a different

communication

BASIC AVIATION OPERATION > FINDING A NEARBY POINT

point.

ARTCC Aviation Nearest Page

3. Highlight the desired numbered item
from the list and press ENTER to display
the communication information. The
lowest numbers on the list are the closest
communication points.

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BASIC AVIATION OPERATION > SELECTING AN APPROACH

Selecting an Approach

When you select an approach, the destination airport
is replaced with the sequence of waypoints for the
selected approach. Keep in mind that the airport must
have a published approach (GPS, RNAV, VOR, NDB,
localizer, or ILS) and only the final course segment
(usually from final approach fix to missed approach
point) of the published approach is available in the
iQue 3600a.

NOTE: The approaches provided in the

Jeppesen database are for monitoring purposes
only. The iQue 3600a is not an IFR-approved
instrument and should not be used as a primary
source of navigation guidance in instrument
conditions.

NOTE: When using a route, and on the final leg

of the route to the destination airport, the Select
Approach option allows you to quickly retrieve
and select available approaches. This option
overrides your current route. The original route
is still available for later use.

To select an approach for the destination
airport:

1. While navigating to a destination, open the Go
To page or the Active Route page.

2. Press MENU to open the options menu.

3. Highlight Select Approach and press ENTER.

4. Use the Rocker key to highlight the pick list
and press ENTER.

Highlight and press

ENTER to open the

Approach list.

5. Highlight the approach you want to use from
the pop-up list and press ENTER.

6. Highlight the Select button and press ENTER.

7. A Vectors pop-up window appears. See page

33 for more information on vectors to final.

Use the Rocker key to select Yes or No and
press ENTER. The iQue 3600a removes the
destination airport from the Go To and replaces
it with the approach waypoints.

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BASIC AVIATION OPERATION > FINDING LAND POINTS

Finding Land Points

To fully take advantage of the trip-planning
capabilities of the iQue 3600a, you can find points
on the land near your destination. For example, you
can find a restaurant to eat dinner near your landing
location.

To Find

1. Press Direct To to display the Go To

2. Press MENU to open the options menu.

3. Highlight Find Land Points and press

4. QueFind opens. Highlight the icon for the

5. Highlight the Name field and press ENTER.

Land Points:

page.

ENTER.

category you want to search, such as Food &
Drink, and press ENTER.

Use the Rocker key to begin entering the
name or part of the name. When the desired
location appears in the results list, press
ENTER, use the Rocker key to highlight the
desired location, and press ENTER to select it.

To use the saved waypoint as a destination once you
are on the ground, press Direct To and select the
saved waypoint from the Waypoints category.

Refer to “Finding an Item” on page 46 for complete
information about QueFind.

6. Use the Rocker key to highlight Save
Waypoint to save the location as a waypoint

to use later, or highlight Done to return to the
results list. Press ENTER.

Category

Icons

QueFind Menu

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BASIC AVIATION OPERATION > MARKING A WAYPOINT

Marking a Waypoint

Waypoints are locations or landmarks you record and
store in your GPS. They may be checkpoints on a

To mark a selected location as a waypoint:

1. Open QueMap by pressing the Que button.

2. Use the Rocker key to move the arrow to the

route or significant ground features.

The ENTER key lets you quickly capture your

3. Press ENTER to open the information page.

present position to create a new waypoint. You must
have a valid 2D or 3D fix to mark your position.

For more information about editing waypoints, see the

“Editing Waypoints” section beginning on page 57.

To

mark your present position:

1. Press and hold ENTER until the Mark
Waypoint page appears. While in QueMap,
you can tap the Flag icon .

2. To accept the waypoint with the default name
(“Waypoint”), use the Rocker key to highlight
OK and press ENTER.

TIP: You can use the stylus and the Graffiti® 2

area to “write” a new name for the waypoint on
the Mark Waypoint page.

4. To save the waypoint, use the Rocker key to

5. To accept the waypoint with the default name,

location you want to save as a waypoint.

Saving the selected item as a waypoint

highlight Create Waypoint and press ENTER.

highlight OK and press ENTER

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