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G500H
Pilot's Guide
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WARNING: Navigation and terrain separation must NOT be predicated
upon the use of the terrain function. The G500H Terrain Proximity feature
is NOT intended to be used as a primary reference for terrain avoidance
and does not relieve the pilot from the responsibility of being aware of
surroundings during flight. The Terrain Proximity feature is only to be used
as an aid for terrain avoidance and is not certified for use in applications
requiring a certified terrain awareness system. Terrain data is obtained
from third party sources. Garmin is not able to independently verify the
accuracy of the terrain data.
WARNING: The displayed minimum safe altitudes (MSAs) are only advisory
in nature and should not be relied upon as the sole source of obstacle and
terrain avoidance information. Always refer to current aeronautical charts
for appropriate minimum clearance altitudes.
WARNING: The Garmin G500H has a very high degree of functional
integrity. However, the pilot must recognize that providing monitoring and/
or self-test capability for all conceivable system failures is not practical.
Although unlikely, it may be possible for erroneous operation to occur
without a fault indication shown by the G500H. It is thus the responsibility
of the pilot to detect such an occurrence by means of cross-checking with
all redundant or correlated information available in the cockpit.
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WARNING: The altitude calculated by GPS receivers is geometric height
above Mean Sea Level and could vary significantly from the altitude
displayed by pressure altimeters, such as the output from the GDC 74H Air
Data Computer, or other altimeters in aircraft. GPS altitude should never
be used for vertical navigation. Always use pressure altitude displayed by
the G500H PFD or other pressure altimeters in aircraft.
WARNING: Do not use outdated database information. Databases used
in the G500H system must be updated regularly in order to ensure that
the information remains current. Pilots using an outdated database do so
entirely at their own risk.
WARNING: Do not use basemap (land and water data) information for
primary navigation. Basemap data is intended only to supplement other
approved navigation data sources and should be considered as an aid to
enhance situational awareness.
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WARNING: Traffic information shown on the G500H Multi Function Display
is provided as an aid in visually acquiring traffic. Pilots must maneuver
the aircraft based only upon ATC guidance or positive visual acquisition
of conflicting traffic.
WARNING: XM Weather should not be used for hazardous weather
penetration. Weather information provided by the GDL 69/69A is approved
only for weather avoidance, not penetration.
WARNING: NEXRAD weather data is to be used for long-range planning
purposes only. Due to inherent delays in data transmission and the relative
age of the data, NEXRAD weather data should not be used for short-range
weather avoidance.
WARNING: For safety reasons, G500H operational procedures must be
learned on the ground.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of unsafe operation, carefully review and
understand all aspects of the G500H Pilot’s Guide. Thoroughly practice
basic operation prior to actual use. During flight operations, carefully
compare indications from the G500H to all available navigation sources,
including the information from other NAVAIDs, visual sightings, charts, etc.
For safety purposes, always resolve any discrepancies before continuing
navigation.
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WARNING: Never use the G500H to attempt to penetrate a thunderstorm.
Both the FAA Advisory Circular, Subject: Thunderstorms, and the Airman’s
Information Manual (AIM) recommend avoiding “by at least 20 miles any
thunderstorm identified as severe or giving an intense radar echo.”
WARNING: Exceeding 200 deg/second in pitch or roll may invalidate
AHRS attitude provided to the G500H.
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WARNING: Because of anomalies in the earth’s magnetic field, operating
the G500H within the following areas could result in loss of reliable attitude
and heading indications. North of 70° North latitude and south of 70° South
latitude. An area north of 65° North latitude and between longitude 75°
West and 120° West. An area north of 70° North latitude and between
longitude 70° West and 128° West. An area north of 70° North latitude and
between longitude 85° East and 114° West. An area south of 55° South
latitude between longitude 120° East and 165° East.
WARNING: Do not use Terrain-HSVT information for primary terrain
avoidance. Terrain-HSVT is intended only to enhance situational
awareness.
CAUTION: The United States government operates the Global Positioning
System and is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The
GPS system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and
performance of all GPS equipment. Portions of the Garmin G500H utilize
GPS as a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID). Therefore, as
with all NAVAIDs, information presented by the G500H can be misused or
misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.
CAUTION: The Garmin G500H does not contain any user-serviceable parts.
Repairs should only be made by an authorized Garmin service center.
Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void both the warranty and
the pilot’s authority to operate this device under FAA/FCC regulations.
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CAUTION: The G500H PFD and MFD displays use a lens coated with a
special anti-reflective coating that is very sensitive to skin oils, waxes, and
abrasive cleaners. CLEANERS CONTAINING AMMONIA WILL HARM THE
ANTI-REFLECTIVE COATING. It is very important to clean the lens using a
clean, lint-free cloth and an eyeglass lens cleaner that is specified as safe
for anti-reflective coatings.
NOTE: Interference from GPS repeaters operating inside nearby hangars
can cause an intermittent loss of attitude and heading displays while the
aircraft is on the ground. Moving the aircraft more than 100 feet away
from the source of the interference should alleviate the condition.
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NOTE: All visual depictions contained within this document, including
screen images of the G500H bezel and displays, are subject to change and
may not reflect the most current GDU 620 system. Depictions of equipment
may differ slightly from the actual equipment.
NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: Terrain data is not displayed when the aircraft latitude is greater
than 75° North or 60° South.
NOTE: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
reproductive harm. This notice is being provided in accordance with
California’s Proposition 65. If you have any questions or would like
additional information, please refer to our web site at www.garmin.com/
prop65.
NOTE: Terrain-HSVT is standard when the Garmin Synthetic Vision
Technology™ (SVT) option is installed.
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Record of Revisions
Part Number Revision Date Description
190-01150-02 A 1/27/10 Production release
B 4/1/10 Update Airspeed Tape markings.
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Contents
1 System Overview .................................................................................1-1
1.1 System Description ................................................................................ 1-1
1.1.1 Line Replaceable Units (LRU) .................................................1-2
1.1.2 GDU 620 .............................................................................. 1-3
1.1.3 GDC 74H ..............................................................................1-3
1.1.4 GRS 77H ............................................................................... 1-4
1.1.5 GMU 44 ................................................................................ 1-4
1.1.6 GTX 330/330D (Optional) ......................................................1-5
1.1.7 GTP 59 ................................................................................. 1-5
1.1.8 GSR 56 .................................................................................1-5
1.1.9 GDL 69/69A (Optional) ..........................................................1-6
1.1.10 Garmin Navigator Interface .................................................... 1-6
1.1.11 Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS) ............................ 1-7
1.1.12 Secure Data Cards ................................................................. 1-8
1.1.13 Pilot Controls ........................................................................1-9
1.1.13.1 PFD Knob ..............................................................................1-9
1.1.13.2 PFD Bezel Keys ....................................................................1-10
1.1.13.3 PFD Soft Keys ......................................................................1-11
1.1.13.4 MFD Knobs .........................................................................1-13
1.1.13.5 MFD Bezel Keys ................................................................... 1-13
1.1.13.6 MFD Soft Keys ..................................................................... 1-14
1.2 System Power Up ................................................................................ 1-15
1.2.1 International Geomagnetic Reference Field ..........................1-16
1.3 System Operation ................................................................................1-17
1.3.1 Using the Page Menus ......................................................... 1-17
1.3.1.1 Navigating within a Menu ................................................... 1-17
1.3.2 Using the Soft Key Controls .................................................1-18
1.3.3 System Settings ................................................................... 1-18
1.3.4 Display Backlighting ............................................................1-21
2 Primary Flight Display (PFD) ................................................................2-1
2.1 PFD Soft Key Map ................................................................................. 2-2
2.2 Airspeed Indicator ................................................................................. 2-2
2.2.1 Markings ............................................................................... 2-3
2.2.2 Reference Speeds ..................................................................2-4
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2.3 Attitude Indicator .................................................................................. 2-4
2.3.1 Extreme Attitude ...................................................................2-6
2.4 Altimeter ..............................................................................................2-8
Foreword
2.4.1 Setting the Altitude Bug and Alerter ....................................... 2-8
2.4.2 Altitude Alerting ....................................................................2-9
2.4.3 Changing Barometric Setting .................................................2-9
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2.4.4 Minimum Descent Altitude/Decision Height Alerting .............2-10
2.5 Vertical Speed (V/S) Indicator ..............................................................2-12
2.6 Horizontal Situation Indicator .............................................................. 2-13
PFD
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2.6.1 Setting the Heading Bug ...................................................... 2-14
2.6.2 Turn Rate Indicator ..............................................................2-15
2.7 Course Deviation Indicator .................................................................. 2-15
2.7.1 Changing CDI Sources ......................................................... 2-16
MFD
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2.7.2 Changing CDI Course ..........................................................2-17
2.7.3 Vertical Deviation Indicator (VDI) .........................................2-18
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2.7.4 Auto-Slewing ......................................................................2-19
Avoidance
2.8 Supplemental Flight Data .................................................................... 2-21
2.8.1 Bearing Pointers .................................................................. 2-21
2.8.2 Temperature Display ............................................................ 2-23
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2.9 Wind Vectors ...................................................................................... 2-23
Additional
2.10 Attitude (ATT) Sync ............................................................................. 2-24
3 Multi-Function Display (MFD) ..............................................................3-1
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3.1 Functional Display Map .........................................................................3-2
& Alerts
3.2 MFD Soft Key Map ................................................................................3-3
3.3 Navigation Map Pages ..........................................................................3-4
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3.3.1 Default Navigation Map Page ................................................ 3-5
Symbols
3.3.2 Editing Information ................................................................ 3-5
3.3.3 Selecting Page Options ..........................................................3-5
3.3.4 Changing the Navigation Map Range ....................................3-5
GlossaryAppendix A
3.3.5 Decluttering Map Pages .........................................................3-6
3.3.7 Selecting Items on the Map ...................................................3-9
3.3.8 Measuring Distances ...........................................................3-10
3.3.9 Customizing Navigation Map Pages ..................................... 3-11
3.3.10 Map Setup ..........................................................................3-11
3.3.10.1 Map Feature Options ........................................................... 3-13
Index
3.3.10.2 Weather Feature Options (Optional) .....................................3-28
3.3.10.3 Traffic Feature Options (Optional) ......................................... 3-31
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3.3.10.4 Aviation Feature Options ..................................................... 3-32
3.3.11 Split Screen (Optional) ......................................................... 3-43
3.4 Aux Mode Pages ................................................................................. 3-44
3.4.1 System Settings ................................................................... 3-44
3.4.1.1 Display Brightness ............................................................... 3-45
3.4.1.2 Airspeed Reference Marks ................................................... 3-46
3.4.1.3 PFD Options - Wind Vector ...................................................3-47
3.4.1.4 Date and Time ..................................................................... 3-48
3.4.1.5 MFD Display Units ............................................................... 3-49
3.4.1.6 System Display Units ...........................................................3-50
3.4.2 XM Information (Optional) ................................................... 3-51
3.4.3 XM Entertainment Radio (Optional) .....................................3-52
3.4.4 System Status ......................................................................3-53
3.4.5 External Video (optional) ......................................................3-54
3.4.5.1 Select Video Source .............................................................3-54
3.4.5.2 Zoom ..................................................................................3-55
3.4.5.3 Panning ..............................................................................3-55
3.4.5.4 Setup ..................................................................................3-55
3.4.5.5 Restore Defaults .................................................................. 3-57
3.4.6 Position Reporting (optional) ...............................................3-58
3.4.6.1 Status ................................................................................. 3-58
3.4.6.2 Report Type ......................................................................... 3-58
3.5 Flight Plan Pages ................................................................................ 3-61
3.5.1 Active Flight Plan Page ........................................................ 3-61
3.5.1.1 Active Flight Plan Detail .......................................................3-62
3.5.1.2 Active Flight Plan Options ....................................................3-62
3.5.1.3 Setting the Altitude Minimums Alerter .................................. 3-63
3.5.2 Waypoint Information Page .................................................3-64
3.5.2.1 Selecting a Waypoint ...........................................................3-65
3.5.2.2 Waypoint Information Detail ................................................3-67
3.5.2.3 Waypoint Weather Information (Optional) ............................ 3-70
3.5.3 Charts Page (Optional) ........................................................3-71
3.5.3.1 Viewing Charts ....................................................................3-72
3.5.3.2 Selecting a New Chart by Airport .........................................3-73
3.5.3.3 Selecting a New Chart by FPL, NRST, or RECENT ...................3-74
3.5.3.4 Change Day/Night View .......................................................3-74
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4 Hazard Avoidance ................................................................................4-1
4.1 Terrain Configurations ........................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Terrain Proximity ................................................................................... 4-3
Foreword
4.2.1 Displaying Terrain Proximity ...................................................4-4
4.2.1.1 Terrain Proximity Page 120° Arc or 360° Rings ....................... 4-6
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4.2.1.2 Terrain Proximity Page Aviation Data ...................................... 4-7
System
4.2.2 Terrain Proximity Limitations ..................................................4-9
4.2.3 System Status ........................................................................4-9
4.3 External H-TAWS ................................................................................. 4-10
PFD
4.4 Garmin Terrain-HSVT™ (Optional) ....................................................... 4-11
4.4.1.1 Garmin Terrain-HSVT™ Page 120° Arc or 360° Rings ..........4-12
4.4.1.2 Garmin Terrain-HSVT™ Page Aviation Data .........................4-13
MFD
4.4.1.3 Inhibiting/Enabling Garmin Terrain-HSVT™ Alerting .............4-14
4.4.1.4 Garmin Terrain-HSVT™ Reduce Protection (RP) Mode .......... 4-15
4.4.1.5 Synthetic Vision Alerts and Annunciations .............................4-17
4.4.1.6 Mute Caution Alerts ............................................................4-19
Avoidance
4.4.1.7 SVT Alerts When Terrain Inhibited ......................................... 4-20
4.5 TAS Traffic (Optional) ...........................................................................4-21
4.5.1 Displaying and Operating Traffic (TAS Systems) ..................... 4-21
Features
4.5.1.1 Switching from Standby Mode to Operating Mode ............... 4-21
4.5.1.2 Range Ring ......................................................................... 4-22
4.5.2 Altitude Display ................................................................... 4-23
4.5.3 TAS Symbology .................................................................... 4-24
& Alerts
4.5.4 Traffic System Status ............................................................ 4-25
4.5.5 Traffic Pop-Up......................................................................4-27
4.6 TIS Traffic (Optional) ............................................................................4-28
Symbols
4.6.1 Traffic Map Page..................................................................4-28
4.6.2 TIS Symbology ..................................................................... 4-30
4.6.3 TIS Limitations ..................................................................... 4-31
GlossaryAppendix A
4.6.4 TIS Alerts .............................................................................4-33
4.6.5 Traffic Pop-Up......................................................................4-34
4.6.6 TIS System Status ................................................................4-35
4.7 XM Weather (Optional) .......................................................................4-37
4.7.1 Using XM Satellite Weather Products ................................... 4-37
4.7.2 Customizing the XM Weather Map ......................................4-38
Index
4.7.3 XM Weather Symbols and Product Age ................................ 4-41
4.7.4 Weather Legends ................................................................4-43
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4.7.5 NEXRAD ............................................................................. 4-44
4.7.5.1 Reflectivity ..........................................................................4-45
4.7.5.2 NEXRAD Limitations ............................................................ 4-46
4.7.6 Weather Page Map Orientation ............................................4-47
4.7.7 NEXRAD Data Viewing Range .............................................. 4-47
4.7.8 NEXRAD Legend.................................................................. 4-48
4.7.9 Echo Tops ............................................................................ 4-49
4.7.10 Cloud Tops .......................................................................... 4-51
4.7.11 XM Lightning ......................................................................4-53
4.7.12 Cell Movement ....................................................................4-54
4.7.13 SIGMETs and AIRMETs ........................................................4-56
4.7.14 METARs .............................................................................. 4-58
4.7.15 Surface Analysis and City Forecast ........................................ 4-60
4.7.16 Freezing Level......................................................................4-63
4.7.17 Winds Aloft ......................................................................... 4-65
4.7.18 County Warnings ................................................................. 4-68
5 Additional Features (Optional) ............................................................5-1
5.1 Viewing Charts .....................................................................................5-2
5.1.1 Chart Panning ....................................................................... 5-3
5.1.2 Choosing a Chart for the Current Airport ................................5-4
5.1.3 Selecting a Chart by Identifier ................................................ 5-5
5.1.4 Selecting a New Chart by FPL, NRST, or RECENT .....................5-6
5.1.5 Viewing Chart NOTAMs .........................................................5-7
5.1.6 Day/Night View ..................................................................... 5-7
5.2 ChartView ............................................................................................5-8
5.2.1 Cycle Number and Revision ...................................................5-8
®
5.3 FliteCharts
5.3.1 Cycle Number and Revision .................................................5-11
5.4 SafeTaxi
5.4.1 Using SafeTaxi
5.4.1.1 Decluttering ........................................................................ 5-14
5.4.1.2 Hot Spot Information ........................................................... 5-14
5.4.2 SafeTaxi
5.5 XM
®
5.5.1 Activating XM
5.5.2 XM
5.5.3 XM
....................................................................................... 5-11
®
..........................................................................................5-13
®
.................................................................5-14
®
Cycle Number and Revision .................................. 5-15
Radio Entertainment ..................................................................5-17
®
Satellite Radio Services ................................ 5-17
®
Information .................................................................5-19
®
Entertainment Radio ...................................................5-20
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5.5.3.1 Channel Categories .............................................................5-21
®
5.5.3.2 Selecting an XM
5.5.3.3 XM
Foreword
5.5.3.4 XM
®
Radio Volume ..............................................................5-23
®
Radio Channel Presets ................................................. 5-24
Radio Channel ......................................... 5-22
5.5.4 GDL 69/69A Data Link Receiver Troubleshooting .................. 5-25
5.6 Garmin Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT™) (Optional) ........................5-26
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5.6.2 Activating and Deactivating Garmin SVT™ .......................... 5-29
5.6.3 Garmin SVT™ Features ....................................................... 5-30
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5.6.3.2 Zero-Pitch Line .................................................................... 5-30
5.6.2.3 Horizon Heading .................................................................5-31
5.6.2.4 Airport Signs ....................................................................... 5-31
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5.6.2.5 Runway Depiction ............................................................... 5-32
5.6.2.6 Traffic .................................................................................. 5-33
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5.6.2.9 Unusual Attitudes ................................................................ 5-37
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6.2 System Status .......................................................................................6-7
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7.4 Terrain Obstacle Symbols .......................................................................7-3
™ Symbols ............................................................................. 7-2
7.5 Basemap Symbols ................................................................................. 7-4
7.6 Map Tool Bar Symbols ........................................................................... 7-4
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Appendix A ................................................................................................. A-1
SD Card Use and Databases ..........................................................................A-1
Jeppesen Databases ...............................................................................A-1
Updating the Jeppesen navigation database ...........................................A-1
Garmin Databases ..................................................................................A-2
Updating Garmin databases ...................................................................A-3
Index ........................................................................................................... B-1
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1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
1.1 System Description
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This section provides an overview of the G500H Avionics Display System.
The G500H system is an integrated display system that presents primary flight
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instrumentation, navigation, and a moving map to the pilot through large-format
displays.
In normal operating mode, the Primary Flight Display (PFD) presents
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graphical flight instrumentation (attitude, heading, airspeed, altitude, vertical
speed), replacing the traditional flight instrument cluster. The Multi-Function
Display (MFD) normally displays a full-color moving map with navigation
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information.
GMU 44 Magnetometer
GRS 77H AHRS
GPS Navigator(s)
GDU 620
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Temperature Probe
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Figure 1-1 G500H System (LRU Configuration)
The system consists of the following Line Replaceable Units (LRUs):
• GDU 620 Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Multi Function Display
(MFD)
• GDC 74H Air Data Computer (ADC)
• GRS 77H Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS)
• GNS 480, CNX80, GNS 400W series, or GNS 500W series GPS
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• Temperature Probe (such as the GTP 59)
• GMU 44 Magnetometer
• GTX 330/330D TIS-B Traffic (optional)
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• GDL 69A Satellite Data Link Receiver (optional)
• SL30 NavCom (optional)
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• ADF (optional)
• GTS 800 Series Traffic (optional): (Similar functionality available in units
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• Audio Panel (optional)
1.1.1 Line Replaceable Units (LRU)
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This guide covers the operation of the GDU 620 as integrated in the G500H
system. The G500H Avionics Display System is an advanced technology avionics
suite designed to replace the traditional flight instrument cluster. The system
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combines primary flight instrumentation, navigational information, and a
moving map all displayed on dual 6.5 inch color screens. The G500H system is
composed of sub-units or Line Replaceable Units (LRUs). LRUs have a modular
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design, which greatly eases troubleshooting and maintenance of the G500H
system. A failure or problem can be isolated to a particular LRU, which can
be replaced quickly and easily. Each LRU has a particular function, or set of
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1.1.2 GDU 620
The GDU 620 has dual VGA (640 x 480 pixels) 6.5 inch LCD displays. The
right side of the GDU is a PFD and the left side is the MFD. In some models or
installations, the PFD and MFD and their controls are switched to the other side.
The MFD shows a moving map, flight plan, weather, and more. The PFD shows
primary flight information, in place of traditional pitot-static and gyroscopic
systems and also provides an HSI for navigation.
Figure 1-2 GDU 620 PFD and MFD
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1.1.3 GDC 74H
The GDC 74H Air Data Computer (ADC) compiles information from the
pitot/static system and an Outside Air Temperature (OAT) sensor. The GDC 74H
provides pressure altitude, airspeed, vertical speed, and OAT information to the
G500H system. The GDC 74H communicates with the GDU 620 and GRS 77H
using an ARINC 429 digital interface.
Figure 1-3 GDC 74H Air Data Computer
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1.1.4 GRS 77H
The GRS 77H is an Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) unit that
provides aircraft attitude information to the G500H display. The unit contains
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advanced accelerometers and rate sensors. In addition, the GRS 77H interfaces
with both the GDC 74H Air Data Computer and the GMU 44 magnetometer.
The GRS 77H also utilizes GPS data forwarded from the GDU 620. Actual
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attitude and heading information is sent to the GDU 620 using an ARINC 429
digital interface.
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Figure 1-4 GRS 77H AHRS
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The IGRF (International Geomagnetic Reference Field) model is contained
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in the GRS 77H and is only updated once every five years. The IGRF model
is part of the Navigation Database. At system power-up, the IGRF models in
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the GRS 77H and in the Navigation Database are compared, and if the IGRF
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model in the GRS 77H is out of date, the user is prompted to update the IGRF
model in the GRS 77H. The prompt will appear after the G500H splash screen
is acknowledged on the MFD.
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1.1.5 GMU 44
The GMU 44 magnetometer senses the earth’s magnetic field. Data is sent
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to the GRS 77H AHRS for processing to determine aircraft magnetic heading.
This unit receives power directly from the GRS 77H and communicates with the
GRS 77H using a RS-485 digital interface.
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1.1.6 GTX 330/330D (Optional)
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Figure 1-6 GTX 330/330D Mode S Transponder
The GTX 330/330D is a solid-state transponder that provides Modes A, C,
and S functions. The transponder provides traffic information to the display
through an ARINC 429 digital interface.
NOTE: GTX 33/33D can also be used to display traffic information on the
GDU 620.
1.1.7 GTP 59
A temperature probe provides Outside Air Temperature (OAT) data to the
GDC 74H. The GTP 59 is an example of an appropriate temperature probe.
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Figure 1-7 GTP 59 Temperature Probe
1.1.8 GSR 56
The GSR 56 supports the Position Reporting system which collects system
variables and transmits them over the Iridium® Satellite Network at a given
interval.
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1.1.9 GDL 69/69A (Optional)
The GDL 69/69A is an XM Satellite Radio Data Link Receiver that receives
broadcast weather data. The GDL 69A is the same as the GDL 69 with the
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addition of an XM Satellite Radio audio entertainment receiver. Weather data
and control of audio channel and volume is displayed on the MFD, via a HighSpeed Data Bus (HSDB) Ethernet connection. The GDL 69A is also interfaced
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to an audio panel for distribution of the audio signal. A subscription to the XM
Satellite Radio service is required to enable the GDL 69/69A capability.
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1.1.10 Garmin Navigator Interface
The G500H system requires connection to at least one external Garmin
WAAS GPS navigator, such as the 400W/500W series or GNS 480.
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Figure 1-8 GDL 69/69A XM Satellite Radio Data Link Receiver
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1.1.11 Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS)
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NOTE: Aggressive maneuvering while AHRS is not operating in normal
mode may degrade AHRS accuracy.
Attitude and heading information is displayed on the PFD when the AHRS
receives appropriate combinations of information from the external sensor
inputs.
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message advisory alerts (refer to Section 6 for specific AHRS alert information).
Any failure of the internal AHRS inertial sensors results in loss of attitude and
heading information (indicated by red “X” flags over the corresponding flight
instruments).
from one of the inputs fails, the AHRS uses the remaining GPS input and an
alert message is issued to inform the pilot. If both GPS inputs fail, the AHRS
will continue to provide attitude and heading information to the PFD as long as
magnetometer and airspeed data are available and valid.
information and GPS Track information is used; however, the heading output
Loss of GPS, magnetometer, or air data inputs is communicated to the pilot by
Figure 1-9 AHRS Operation
A maximum of two GPS inputs are provided to the AHRS. If GPS information
If the magnetometer input fails, the AHRS continues to output valid attitude
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on the PFD is flagged as invalid with a red “X,” “TRK” in magenta is annunciated
to the right of the Track value, and the Track value color is changed from white
to magenta.
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NOTE: In this case the magnetic standby compass and GPS ground track
can be used to keep the aircraft on the desired heading.
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Failure of the air data input has no effect on the AHRS output while AHRS is
receiving valid GPS information. Invalid or unavailable airspeed data in addition
to complete GPS failure results in loss of all attitude and heading information.
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1.1.12 Secure Data Cards
The G500H System uses Secure Digital (SD) cards to load and store various
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types of data. For basic flight operations, SD cards are required for Terrain,
Obstacle, FliteChart, SafeTaxi, and ChartView database storage as well as
Jeppesen aviation and ChartView database updates. The Navigation Database
update card is inserted in the upper SD card slot for database updates and then
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removed. Other database cards are normally located in the lower SD card slot.
NOTE: Ensure the GDU 620 is powered off before inserting or removing
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an SD card.
NOTE: Refer to A-1 for instructions on updating the aviation database.
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Inserting an SD Card
1) Insert the SD card in the SD card slot (the front of the card should be flush with
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1.1.13 Pilot Controls
The GDU 620 controls have been designed to simplify operation of the
system and minimize workload and the time required to access sophisticated
functionality. Controls are located on the PFD and MFD bezels and are comprised
of a PFD knob, MFD dual concentric knobs, bezel keys, and soft keys.
1.1.13.1 PFD Knob
Turning the PFD knob adjusts the values for the mode selected by the PFD
bezel keys, such as, Heading (HDG), Course (CRS), Altitude (ALT), Vertical
Speed (V/S), and Barometric Setting (BARO). The values are shown in a window
to the left of the HSI. Pressing the PFD knob reverts to the default value of the
selected mode.
Heading
Mode
Figure 1-10 Selection Modes Adjusted with the PFD Knob
NOTE: After 10 seconds of inactivity in another mode, the PFD knob
selected mode will revert to Heading mode.
Course
Mode
Altitude
Mode
Vertical Speed
Mode
Barometer
Mode
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1. Press the desired PFD mode selection key (HDG, CRS, A LT, V/S, or BARO). A
window will be displayed near the upper right corner of the HSI showing the
current value for that mode.
2. Turn the PFD knob to select the desired value.
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1.1.13.2 PFD Bezel Keys
Heading (HDG)
Selects Heading Select mode. Pressing the PFD knob in Heading mode will
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center the Heading Bug on the current Heading. This is the default mode for
the PFD knob. If the Heading is invalid, the PFD knob will revert to Course
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mode. Set the heading on the HSI by turning the PFD knob after pressing
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Course (CRS)
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Selects Course Select mode. Pressing the PFD knob in Course mode will
center the CDI for a VOR or OBS mode course.
Altimeter (ALT)
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Selects Altitude Select mode. Pressing the PFD knob in Altimeter mode will
enter the current altitude in the Altitude Select window. Set the Altitude Bug
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Altitude Bug
Current Altitude
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Figure 1-11 Pressing PFD Knob Sets Altitude Select to Current Altitude
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Vertical Speed (V/S)
Selects Vertical Speed (V/S) mode. Pressing the PFD knob in V/S mode will
synchronize the bug to the current vertical speed.
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Current Vertical Speed
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Figure 1-12 Pressing V/S Knob Sets Vertical Speed Bug to Current Vertical Speed
Barometer (BARO)
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Selects Barometric Setting Select mode. Pressing the PFD knob in Baro mode
will enter the standard pressure (29.92 in) value.
1.1.13.3 PFD Soft Keys
& Alerts
The soft keys are located along the bottoms of the displays below the soft
key labels. The soft key labels shown depend on the soft key level or page being
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Figure 1-13 PFD Soft Key Layout
When a soft key is selected, its color changes to black text on gray background
and remains this way until it is turned off, at which time it reverts to white text
on black background. When a soft key function is disabled, the soft key label
is subdued (dimmed). Soft keys revert to the previous level after 45 seconds of
inactivity.
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CDI
The CDI soft key toggles between the selection of GPS or VOR/LOC as the
active navigation source. The GDU CDI soft key will change the source in
the connected navigator and making a source change in the navigator will be
reflected in the GDU 620.
1-2
The 1-2 soft key toggles between the available receivers for selected navigation
source (i.e. GPS1 and GPS2 or VOR/LOC1 and VOR/LOC2). This soft key
will only be present if the system is configured for a second GPS or VOR/
LOC.
ATT SYNC
Pressing the ATT SYNC soft key will synchronize the aircraft symbol on the
PFD to the horizon line during level flight. The ATT SYNC soft key will not
be available for selection until the aircraft is near a level pitch attitude.
PFD
Pressing the PFD soft key displays the BRG1, BRG2, and BACK soft keys.
The BRG2 soft key will only be present if the system is configured for a
second GPS or VOR/LOC receiver.
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The BRG1 soft key cycles through the available bearing 1 indicator modes
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The BRG2 soft key cycles through the available bearing 2 indicator modes
(NAV2, GPS2, ADF, or None). This soft key will only be present if the system
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SYN VIS
The SYN VIS soft key is available if Synthetic Vision Technology™ is installed.
It enables Synthetic Vision and displays the associated soft keys.
SYN TERR
The SYN TERR soft key is available if Synthetic Vision Technology™ is
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HRZN HDG
The HRZN HDG soft key is available if Synthetic Vision Technology™ is
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installed. Pressing this key enables horizon heading marks and digits.
APTSIGNS
The APTSIGNS soft key is available if Synthetic Vision Technology™
is installed and enables airport sign posts for airports. Heliports are not
shown.
BACK
The BACK soft key returns to the pages default soft key options.
1.1.13.4 MFD Knobs
The MFD knobs are for navigating and selecting information on the MFD
pages. More details are provided in the MFD section.
Small (Inner) MFD Knob
Selects a specific page within a page group. Pressing the small MFD knob
turns the selection cursor ON and OFF. When the cursor is ON, data may be
entered in the applicable window by turning the small and large MFD knobs.
In this case, the large MFD knob moves the cursor on the page and the small
MFD knob selects individual characters or values for the highlighted cursor
location.
Large (Outer) MFD Knob
Selects the MFD page group. When the cursor is ON, the large MFD knob
moves the cursor to highlight available fields.
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1.1.13.5 MFD Bezel Keys
Range (RNG)
Pressing the Range arrow keys changes the range on the Map pages. The Up
arrow zooms out. The Down arrow zooms in. The keys also aid in scrolling
up and down text pages.
Menu
Displays a context-sensitive list of options. This list allows the user to access
additional features or make setting changes that relate to particular pages.
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Enter (ENT)
Validates or confirms a menu selection or data entry.
Clear (CLR)
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Erases information, cancels entries, or removes page menus. Pressing and
holding the CLR key displays the Navigation Map 1 page.
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1.1.13.6 MFD Soft Keys
MFD functions indicated by the soft key labels vary depending on the page
selected and are located at the bottom of the MFD display. Press the soft key
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located directly below the soft key label. To select the function indicated on the
soft key label, press the soft key directly below the label.
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Selected Soft Key
Unselected Soft Keys
Figure 1-14 MFD Soft Key Layout
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1.2 System Power Up
NOTE: See the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) for specific procedures
concerning avionics power application and emergency power supply
operation.
NOTE: Refer to Section 6 for system-specific annunciations and alerts.
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The G500H System is integrated with the aircraft electrical system and
receives power directly from electrical busses. The GDU 620 and supporting
sub-systems include both power-on and continuous built-in test features that
exercise the processor, memory, external inputs, and outputs to ensure safe
operation.
During system initialization, test annunciations are displayed. All system
annunciations should disappear typically within the first 30 seconds after
power-up. Upon power-up, key annunciator lights also become momentarily
illuminated on the GDU 620 display bezel.
On the PFD, the AHRS begins to initialize and “AHRS ALIGN: Keep Wings
Level” is displayed. The AHRS should display valid attitude and heading fields
typically within the first minute and a half after power-up. The AHRS can align
itself during level flight.
When the MFD powers up, the splash screen displays the following
information:
• Systemversion
• Copyright
• Landdatabasenameandversion
• Obstacledatabase name and version
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• Terrain database name and version
• Aviationdatabasename,version,andeffectivedates
Current database information includes valid operating dates, cycle number,
and database type. When this information has been reviewed for currency (to
ensure that no databases have expired), the pilot is prompted to continue.
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The IGRF (International Geomagnetic Reference Field) model is contained
in the GRS 77 and is only updated once every five years. The IGRF model is
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part of the Navigation Database. At system power-up, the IGRF models in the
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GRS 77 and in the Navigation Database are compared, and if the IGRF model
in the GRS 77 is out of date, the user is prompted to update the IGRF model in
the GRS 77. The following prompt will appear after the G500H splash screen is
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acknowledged on the MFD.
GRS MV DB UPDATE AVAILABLE.UPDATE FROM yyyy TO yyyy
(e.g. 2005 to 2010)
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Pressing the ENT key (or right-most soft key) acknowledges this information
and displays the Navigation Map Page. When the interfaced GPS unit has
acquired a sufficient number of satellites to determine a position, the aircraft’s
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1.3 System Operation
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NOTE: Refer to Section 6 for detailed descriptions of all alerts and
annunciations.
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1.3.1 Using the Page Menus
The GDU 620 has a dedicated MENU key that when pressed displays a
context-sensitive list of options for functions in the MFD. This options list allows
the user to access additional features or make settings changes which specifically
relate to the currently displayed window/page. There is no all-encompassing
menu. Some menus provide access to additional submenus that are used to view,
edit, select, and review options. Menus display “No Options” when there are no
options for the window/page selected. Soft key presses do not display menus or
submenus.
1.3.1.1 Navigating within a Menu
1) Press the MENU key to display the menu.
2) Turn the small or large MFD knob to scroll through a list of available options (a
scroll bar always appears to the right of the window/box when the option list
is longer than the window/box).
3) Press the ENT key to select the desired option.
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4) Press the CLR key or MFD knob to remove the menu and cancel the
operation.
No Options Options for MAP Window
Figure 1-16 Page Menu Examples
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1.3.2 Using the Soft Key Controls
The soft keys are located along the bottoms of the displays. The soft key
labels shown depend on the soft key level or page being displayed. The bezel
Foreword
keys below the soft keys can be used to select the appropriate soft key.
Bezel-Mounted
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PFD
MFD
Soft Keys (Press)
Figure 1-17 Soft Keys (MFD MAP Page Group)
1.3.3 System Settings
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G500H system settings are managed from the Aux Mode System Setup
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Page. The following settings can be changed:
• DisplayBrightness (Mode and Level)
Features
• AirspeedReferences (Glide and Vy)
• PFDOptions (Wind Vector)
& Alerts
• Date/Time(Date, Time, Time Format, and Time Offset)
• MFDDisplayUnits (Distance/Speed and Altitude/Vertical Speed)
•System Display Units (Navigation Angle Reference, Pressure Units, and
Symbols
Temperature Units)
Soft Key
On
Soft Key Labels
Names (Displayed)
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Figure 1-18 System Setup Page
System Settings Values
1) From the first AUX page, press the small MFD knob and turn the large MFD
knob to highlight the desired value.
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2) Turn the small MFD knob to select “ON” or “OFF.”
3) Press ENTER to save the setting.
More detail on changing settings is in the Section 3 - MFD Aux pages System
Settings section.
Category Settings Affected Quantities Exceptions
Display
Brightness
Airspeeds Glide
Level
Mode
V
R
V
X
V
Y
Brightness levels on the PFD
and MFD
Reference markers on PFD
airspeed tape
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Category Settings Affected Quantities Exceptions
Synchronization
Foreword
PFD Options
(Wind Vector)
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Date/Time Date
PFD
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Distance and
Speed
MFD
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Additional
Altitude and
Vertical Speed
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Navigation
Angle
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Symbols
CDI - On/Off
BARO - On/Off
Style 1 - Style 4
Time
Time Format
Time Offset
Metric
Nautical
Feet
Meters
Magnetic (North)
True (North)
Crossfill Nav information to
GDU 620
Crosstrack error (HSI)
Bearing distances
(information windows)
Distance (information
window)
Flight plan distances
Map ranges
DIS, GS, TAS, XTK fields
(Navigation Status Box)
Airspeed Indicator
True Airspeed
(PFD)
Wind speed
vector
Map range (Traffic
Page, Terrain
Proximity Page)
CDI scaling
All distances on MFD
All speeds on MFD
All elevations on MFD Altimeter
Vertical Speed
Indicator
Heading
Course
Bearing
Track
Desired Track
Barometric
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Setting
Inches (in)
Hectopascals
Barometric pressure on PFD
(hpa)
Temperature Celsius
All temperatures on PFD
Fahrenheit
Table 1-1 Display Units Settings (System Setup Page)
More detail on changing settings is in the Section 3 - MFD Aux pages System
Index
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Settings section.
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1.3.4 Display Backlighting
The backlighting of the PFD and MFD displays and bezel keys can be
adjusted automatically or manually. The default setting (automatic backlighting
adjustment) uses photocell technology to automatically adjust for ambient
lighting conditions. Photocell calibration curves are pre-configured to optimize
display appearance through a broad range of cockpit lighting conditions. Manual
backlighting adjustment can be accomplished using the existing instrument
panel dimmer bus or the following procedures.
Backlighting Adjustment
1) From the first AUX page, press the small MFD knob to highlight the “DISPLAY
BRIGHTNESS” “MODE” box.
2) Turn the small MFD knob to select the desired brightness Level and then press
ENTER.
Manual Adjustment 0.1% to 100%
or Auto
Auto or Manual
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Figure 1-19 Display Brightness Adjustment
3) Turn the large MFD knob to highlight the MODE field. Turn the small MFD
knob to select “AUTO” or “MANUAL.”
4) Press ENT.
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2 PRIMARY FLIGHT DISPLAY (PFD)
The Primary Flight Display (PFD) provides aircraft information in the display
on the left side of the GDU 620 or right side of the GDU 620 for the GDU 620R.
Functions on the PFD are accessed by using the bezel keys to the left of the PFD
and the soft keys below the PFD.
Artificial
Horizon
Trim Ball
Indicator
Roll Scale
Zero
Roll
Pointer
Foreword
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Air Speed Tape
PFD Knob
Mode Indicator
Wind Vectors
Outside Air
Temperature
Horizontal
Situation
Indicator
SD Card Slots
Soft Key Labels
Current FPL
Leg Wpt
Current Nav
Source
Nav Status Bar
Altitude Tape
Vertical
Speed Tape
Current
Barometric
Pressure
Heading Bug Select
Course Select
Altitude Bug Select
Vertical Speed Bug Select
Barometric Setting Select
PFD Knob
Soft Keys
Figure 2-1 PFD Description (Ground Pointer Mode)
Distance from Your
Present Position to
Current FPL Leg Wpt
Desired Track
Current Track
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Figure 2-2 PFD Nav Status Bar Description
NOTE: When navigating to a waypoint very far away the DTK, CRS, and TRK values
displayed on the GDU 620 may differ from those displayed on the navigator, however the
CDI is correct and is the primary means of navigation. This is because the GDU 620 applies
magnetic variation corrections for the current aircraft location, but some navigators apply
magnetic variation correction for the waypoint location.
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2.1 PFD Soft Key Map
ATT SYNC
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GPS
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2.2 Airspeed Indicator
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The Airspeed Indicator displays airspeed on a rolling number gauge using
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a moving tape. The true airspeed is displayed in knots below the Airspeed
Figure 2-3 PFD Soft Key Diagram
NAV 2
GPS 2
ADF
Indicator. The numeric labels and major tick marks on the moving tape are
marked at intervals of 10 knots, while minor tick marks on the moving tape
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are indicated at intervals of five knots. The airspeed tape will starts moving
immediately upon obtaining positive forward airspeed. Digital airspeed values
are presented upon reaching 20 knots.
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The Airspeed Indicator provides Indicated Airspeed, True Airspeed, and
Ground Speed. The Airspeed Trend Indicator shows what the airspeed will be in
six seconds, if the current rate of acceleration is maintained. The actual airspeed
is displayed inside the black pointer.
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Ground Speed
Overspeed Range (Red)
Maximum (Vne) Speed With Engine On
Foreword
Airspeed Trend Indicator (pink/magenta line)
Current Airspeed
Maximum (Vne Power Off) Speed With Engine Off or
Maximum Autorotation Speed
OR
One of the two marking types is selected during the
installation configuration.
Normal Operating Range (Green)
True Airspeed
Airspeed Units
Figure 2-4 Airspeed Tape
2.2.1 Markings
A color-coded speed range strip is located on the moving tape. The colors
denote operating range, normal operating range, and never-exceed speed (VNE).
The Airspeed Trend Vector is a vertical, pink/magenta line, extending up or
down on the airspeed scale, shown to the right of the color-coded speed range
strip. The end of the trend vector corresponds to the predicted airspeed in six
seconds if the current acceleration is maintained. If the trend vector crosses VNE,
the text of the actual airspeed readout changes to yellow. The trend vector is
absent if the speed remains constant or if any data needed to calculate airspeed
is not available due to a system failure.
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2.2.2 Reference Speeds
Vspeeds (Glide and VY) default values are set during the installation process,
but can be changed and turned on/off from the System Setup page on the first
Foreword
page of the Aux page group. When active (on), the Vspeeds are displayed at
their respective locations to the right of the airspeed scale. The values you set are
retained when the unit power is cycled.
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2.3 Attitude Indicator
Figure 2-5 Reference Speeds
Vy Reference Marker
Sec 5
Features
with a white horizon line. The Attitude Indicator displays pitch, roll, and slip/
Additional
skid information.
Roll Pointer
Attitude information is displayed over a virtual blue sky and brown ground
1
Roll Scale
2
Aircraft Symbol
3
7
Horizon Line
4
Land Representation
5
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Pitch Scale
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6
5
Trim Ball Indicator
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Sky Representation
8
Roll Scale Zero
9
Pitch Reference Bars
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Figure 2-6 Attitude Indicator
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The horizon line is part of the pitch scale. Above and below the horizon line,
major pitch marks and numeric labels are shown for every 10º, up to 80º. Minor
pitch marks are shown for intervening 5º increments, up to 25º below and 45º
above the horizon line. Between 20º below to 20º above the horizon line, minor
pitch marks occur every 2.5º.
Major tick marks at 30º and 60º and minor tick marks at 10º, 20º, and 45º
are shown to the left and right of the zero. Angle of bank is indicated by the
position of the pointer on the roll scale.
The Trim Ball Indicator is the bar beneath the roll pointer. The indicator moves
with the roll pointer and moves laterally away from the pointer to indicate lateral
acceleration. Trim is indicated by the location of the bar relative to the pointer.
One bar displacement (as shown below) is equal to one ball displacement on a
traditional Trim Ball Indicator.
Roll Pointer
Roll Scale Zero
Trim Ball Indicator
Figure 2-7 Trim Indication
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Ground/Sky Pointer mode is configured during installation and can not be
changed by the pilot.
In an aircraft with an Attitude Indicator that has a Ground Pointer, the pointer
above the Roll Scale shifts with the roll or bank angle of the aircraft to keep the
Roll Scale Zero Pointer pointing towards the ground.
Roll Pointer
Figure 2-8 Attitude Indicator with a Ground Pointer configuration in a left turn
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In an aircraft with an Attitude Indicator that has a Sky Pointer, the pointer
below the roll scale shifts with the roll or bank angle of the aircraft to keep the
Roll Pointer pointing towards the sky.
Foreword
Roll Scale Zero Pointer
Roll Pointer
Sec 1
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PFD
Roll Scale
Figure 2-9 Attitude Indicator with a Sky Pointer configuration in a left turn
MFD
2.3.1 Extreme Attitude
Sec 3
Extreme attitude is defined as a roll greater than 65º left or right, 30º pitch up,
or 20º pitch down. Red chevrons are displayed at greater than 50º pitch up and
30º pitch down. The PFD will “declutter” when the aircraft enters an extreme
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attitude. Only the primary functions will be displayed in these situations.
The following information is removed from the PFD (and corresponding soft
keys are disabled) when the aircraft is in an unusual attitude:
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• PFDKnobModeAnnunciations
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• Ground Speed, True Airspeed, and Airspeed Units
• Selected Altitude, Barometer Settings, and Selected Vertical Speed
& Alerts
• VerticalCourseDeviationIndicator
• TrafcandTerrain Annunciations
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Figure 2-10 Extreme Pitch Indication
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Figure 2-11 Extreme Pitch Indication Figure 2-12 Extreme Pitch Indication
Nose Down Nose Up
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Figure 2-13 Extreme Roll Indication with Display Declutter
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2.4 Altimeter
The altimeter displays the current altitude, altitude trend, altitude bug setting,
altitude bug, and the current BARO setting.
Foreword
The Altitude Trend Vector is a vertical, magenta line, extending up or down
on the left side of the Altitude scale. The end of the trend vector corresponds to
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the predicted altitude in six seconds if the current vertical speed is maintained.
The Altitude Bug is displayed at the selected Altitude Bug setting. A portion
of the Altitude Bug will be displayed at the top or the bottom of the altitude tape
PFD
Sec 2
if the selected Altitude Bug is off of the tape.
2.4.1 Setting the Altitude Bug and Alerter
MFD
Sec 3
1) Press the ALT key to activate Altitude mode.
2) Turn the PFD knob to move the Altitude Bug to a desired altitude.
OR
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3) Press the center of the PFD knob to set the selected altitude to the current
altitude.
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Additional
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Selected
Altitude
Bug
Selected
Altitude
in the
Altitude
Alerter
window
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Altitude
Trend
Indicator
Figure 2-14 Altimeter
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2.4.2 Altitude Alerting
The Altitude Alerting function provides the pilot with visual and aural
alerts (if interfaced to an audio panel) when approaching the Selected Altitude.
Whenever the Selected Altitude is changed, the Altitude Alerter is reset. The
Altitude Alerter is independent of any autopilot installed in the aircraft. The
following occur when approaching the Selected Altitude:
• Upon passing through 1000 feet of the Selected Altitude, the Selected
Altitude (shown above the Altimeter) changes to black text on a light blue
background, flashes for five seconds.
• Whentheaircraftpasseswithin200feetoftheSelectedAltitude,theSelected
Altitude changes to light blue text on a black background and flashes for
five seconds and an aural tone is generated.
Foreword
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• AfterreachingtheSelectedAltitude,ifthepilotiesoutsidethedeviation
band (beyond ±200 feet of the Selected Altitude), the Selected Altitude
changes to yellow text on a black background, flashes for five seconds, and
an aural tone is generated.
Within 1000 ft Within 200 ft Deviation of ±200 ft
Figure 2-15 Altitude Alerting Visual Annunciations
2.4.3 Changing Barometric Setting
The Barometric Setting affects the altitude values shown on the unit.
Barometric pressure units may be displayed as either inches (in) or hectopascals
(hpa). See System Display Units in Section 3 for more detail.
1) Press the BARO key to activate Baro mode.
2) Turn the PFD knob to increase or decrease the altimeter setting. OR
PFD Knob Selected
Baro Setting
Figure 2-16 Barometric Setting
Baro Setting shown
in Altimeter window
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3) Press the PFD knob while in Baro mode to toggle between Standard Pressure
(29.92 in) and the currently selected barometric setting.
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2.4.4 Minimum Descent Altitude/Decision Height
Alerting
For altitude awareness, a Barometric Minimum Descent Altitude (MDA) or
Foreword
Decision Height (DH) alert can be displayed on the PFD. The values are set in
the Active Flight Plan page. When active, the minimum descent altitude setting
is displayed in the minimums window at the bottom left of the Altitude Tape
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when you are within 2500 feet of the selected minimum altitude.
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NOTE:
The Altitude Minimums Alerting Bug appears parked at the bottom
of the altitude tape as soon as a value is set in the minimums alerter. The
bug will unpark and start to move up the tape as soon as the altitude is
within the range of the tape. The bug is reset when power is cycled.
The following visual annunciations occur when approaching the MDA/DH:
• When the aircraft altitude descends to within 2500 feet of the selected
altitude setting, the BARO MIN box appears with the altitude value in cyan
text.
• Whentheaircraftiswithin100feetoftheselectedaltitudesetting,thebug
and text turn white.
• Oncetheaircraftreachestheselectedaltitudeminimumssetting,thebugand
the altitude text turn yellow and the aural alert “Minimums, minimums,” is
heard one time. The text remains in yellow until the aircraft altitude is more
than 50 feet above the set altitude minimum value.
Yellow When
Altitude Reached
Barometric
Minimums
Bug
Barometric
Minimums
Box
Cyan Within 2500 ft
White Within 100 ft
Figure 2-17 Barometric MDA/DH Alerting Visual Annunciations
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Setting the Barometric Minimum Descent Altitude/Decision Height and
Bug:
1) While viewing the Active Flight Plan Page of the FPL page group, press the
small MFD knob. Turn the large MFD knob to activate the Baro Minimums
Altitude.
2) Turn the large and small MFD knobs to change the Baro Minimums Altitude
value. Resolution is ten feet.
Figure 2-18 Barometric Minimums Altitude Selection
3) Press ENT to activate the selected value.
Foreword
System
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MFD
Alerting is inhibited while the aircraft is on the ground and until the aircraft
reaches 150 feet above the selected Minimum Altitude. Normally the altitude
alerter only allows selection of altitudes in 100 foot increments. When a value
other than 100 feet is set for Baro Mins, it becomes a selectable value in the
altitude alerter.
To set the descent altitude and enable the Altitude Minimums Bug, refer to
Section 3, MFD, Flight Plan Pages.
NOTE: If you highlight the minimums Altitude field on the FPL page and hit the CLR key,
it will turn the minimums alerting functionality off.
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2.5 Vertical Speed (V/S) Indicator
Vertical speed data is presented on the bottom right of the PFD. A Vertical
Speed bug and a bug setting are also available.
Foreword
Sec 1
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Vertical Speed Bug
Current Vertical Speed
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Figure 2-19 Vertical Speed (V/S) Tape and Window
Vertical Speed Bug Setting
The Vertical Speed Indicator displays the aircraft vertical speed using a nonmoving tape. The tape can be scaled at ±2000, ±3000, or ±4000 fpm as set by
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the installer. Major gradations are every 1000 fpm and minor gradations every
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500 fpm. The current vertical speed is displayed in the pointer along the tape.
Digits appear in the pointer when the climb or descent rate is greater than 100
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fpm. If the rate of ascent/descent exceeds the vertical speed displayed on the
Features
Additional
tape, the pointer appears at the corresponding edge of the tape and the rate
appears inside the pointer.
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1) Press the V/S key to activate Vertical Speed mode.
2) Turn the PFD knob to change the Vertical Speed Bug.
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3) Press the center of the PFD knob to set the Vertical Speed value to the current
vertical speed.
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2.6 Horizontal Situation Indicator
The Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI) displays a rotating compass card in
a heading-up orientation. Letters indicate the cardinal points and numeric labels
occur every 30º. Major tick marks are at 10º intervals and minor tick marks at
5º intervals. A digital reading of the current heading appears on top of the HSI,
and the current ground track is represented on the HSI by a magenta diamond.
The HSI also presents turn rate, course deviation, bearing, and navigation
source information. The “MSG” annunciation will be shown in the HSI when
an unacknowledged message is present on the selected navigator. When the
message is acknowledged, the “MSG” annunciation will clear.
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5
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Turn Rate Indicator
1
Course Pointer
2
Heading Bug
3
Navigation Source
4
Aircraft Symbol
5
Course Deviation Indicator
6
(CDI)
Rotating Compass Card
7
OBS Mode Active
8
Lateral Deviation Scale
9
GPS Level of Service
10
To/From Indicator
11
Current Track Indicator
12
Turn Rate/Heading
13
Trend Vector
Current Heading
14
Lubber Line
15
MSG (Message) on Navigator
16
Figure 2-20 Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI)
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The 360º HSI contains a Course Deviation Indicator (CDI), with a Course
Pointer, To/From Indicator, and a sliding deviation bar and scale. The course
pointer is a single line arrow (GPS1, VOR1, and LOC1) or a double line arrow
Foreword
(GPS2, VOR2, and LOC2) which points in the direction of the set course. “LOC”
will automatically be displayed if a localizer frequency is tuned. The To/From
arrow rotates with the course pointer and is displayed when the active NAVAID
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is received.
2.6.1 Setting the Heading Bug
PFD
Sec 2
The Selected Heading is shown to the upper left of the HSI for 10 seconds
after being adjusted. The light blue bug on the compass rose corresponds to the
Selected Heading.
MFD
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NOTE: The current heading will have a "T" to the right of the
heading value when the Nav Angle is set to True in the System
Setup page of the Aux page group.
Avoidance
New Heading Bug Setting
(Magnetic North)
Features
New Heading Bug Setting
& Alerts
(True North)
Current Heading
(Magnetic North)
Heading Bug
Current Heading
(True north)
Figure 2-21 Heading Bug Setting
1) Press the HDG key to activate HDG mode.
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2) Turn the PFD knob to change the Heading Bug.
OR
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3) Press the PFD knob in HDG mode to set the Heading Bug to the current
heading.
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2.6.2 Turn Rate Indicator
The Turn Rate Indicator is located directly above the rotating compass card.
Tick marks to the left and right of the lubber line denote half-standard and
standard turn rates. A magenta Turn Rate Trend Vector shows the current turn
rate. The end of the trend vector gives the heading predicted in six seconds,
based on the present turn rate. A standard-rate turn is shown on the indicator
by the trend vector stopping at the standard turn rate tick mark, corresponding
to a predicted heading of 18º from the current heading. At rates greater than four
deg/sec, an arrowhead appears at the end of the magenta trend vector and the
prediction is no longer valid.
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Standard Turn Rate
Heading Bug
½ Standard
Turn Rate
Figure 2-22 Turn Rate Indicator and Trend Vector
Turn Rate indication.
Arrowhead shown for a
Turn Rate > 4 deg/sec
Lubber Line
Current Track Indicator
Avoidance
Hazard
Additional
Features
2.7 Course Deviation Indicator
& Alerts
The Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) moves left or right from the course
pointer along a lateral deviation scale to display aircraft position relative to the
course. If the course deviation data is not valid, the CDI is not displayed.
360º HSI
GPS Level
Navigation
Source
Crosstrack
Error
of Service
Scale
CDI
Annun.
Symbols
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Appendix B
Index
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Figure 2-23 Course Deviation Indicator
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NOTE: The ILS Localizer and Glideslope deviation indicators will indicate
full-scale deflection for the GNS 480 navigator at the second dot. The GNS
400W/500W series navigators will indicate full-scale deflection at the edge
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of the display.
2.7.1 Changing CDI Sources
Sec 1
System
The CDI can display two sources of navigation: GPS or NAV (VOR, and LOC).
Color indicates the current navigation source: magenta (for GPS) or green (for
VOR and LOC). The full-scale limits for the CDI are defined by a GPS-derived
PFD
Sec 2
distance when coupled to GPS. When coupled to a VOR or localizer (LOC), the
CDI has the same angular limits as a mechanical CDI. If the CDI exceeds the
maximum deviation on the scale (two dots) while coupled to GPS, the crosstrack
MFD
Sec 3
error (XTK) is displayed below the white aircraft symbol.
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Sec 6
Annun.
GPS
Navigator 1
& Alerts
VLOC
Navigator 1
Sec 7
Symbols
Sec 8
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GPS
Navigator 2
Figure 2-24 CDI Navigation Sources
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1) Press the CDI soft key to toggle between GPS and VOR/LOC source type.
2) Press 1-2 soft key to toggle between the 1 and 2 navigators of the GPS or VOR/
LOC sources.
Foreword
3) Verify the navigation source by the indication on the HSI and in the upper left
corner of the PFD.
NOTE: The selected navigator is the active navigator for all PFD and MFD
operations, except for the supplemental bearing pointers.
2.7.2 Changing CDI Course
The Selected Course is shown to the upper left of the HSI for 10 seconds after
being adjusted.
New Course Setting
Figure 2-25 Course Setting
1) Press the CRS key to activate Course mode.
2) Turn the PFD knob to change the Course values.
OR
3) Press the PFD knob to set a Course that will center the CDI to the VOR station
or waypoint if in GPS OBS mode.
System
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PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
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2.7.3 Vertical Deviation Indicator (VDI)
The Vertical Deviation (Glideslope) Indicator (VDI) appears to the left of
the VSI whenever an ILS frequency is tuned in the active NAV field. A green
Foreword
diamond acts as the VDI Indicator, like a glideslope needle on a conventional
indicator. If a localizer frequency is tuned and there is no glideslope signal, “NO
GS” is annunciated. The glideslope on an ILS approach is only shown if the
Sec 1
System
current heading is within 90° of the selected course. This prevents the glideslope
from being displayed during localizer backcourse approaches.
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
The vertical deviation is similar to the glideslope for GPS approaches
Sec 5
Features
supporting WAAS vertical guidance (LNAV+V, L/VNAV, LPV) and is generated
Additional
by the system to reduce pilot workload during approach. When an approach of
this type is loaded into the flight plan and GPS is the selected navigation source,
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the Vertical Deviation Indicator appears as a magenta diamond. If the approach
Annun.
& Alerts
type downgrades to LNAV past the final approach fix (FAF), or the approach
only supports LNAV service, “NO GP” is annunciated.
Sec 7
Symbols
Vertical Deviation Source
Vertical Deviation Indicator
Figure 2-26 Vertical Deviation Indicator (ILS Source)
Vertical Deviation Source
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Vertical Deviation Indicator
Figure 2-27 Vertical Deviation Indicator (GPS Source)
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2.7.4 Auto-Slewing
The G500H system is designed to interface with GNS navigator units and
also manage up to four different CDI course pointers (GPS1, NAV1, GPS2,
NAV2) independently. The G500H will automatically slew the NAV course
pointer to the correct final approach course when a ILS, LOC, LOC BC, LDA or
SDF approach is active in the GNS navigator and the appropriate frequency is in
the active window in the navigator. The G500H will Auto-Slew the HSI course
pointer for an ILS, LOC, LOC BC, LDA, or SDF approach when the steps below
are completed in the following order:
1) The desired approach is selected and activated in the navigator (this can be
verified by the approach waypoints appearing on the GDU620 MFD Nav Map
Page or FPL Page).
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
2) The appropriate frequency is the active frequency in the navigator.
3) The CDI selection on the GDU 620 is changed to NAV course pointer for the
active navigator.
NOTE: If the NAV course pointer is displayed for the active navigator
when the approach is activated and the localizer frequency is tuned, the
pilot will need to switch to another CDI source and then back to NAV
for the course pointer to Auto-Slew.
For example, if NAV1 is currently selected, the pilot must:
press the CDI soft key twice: NAV1>GPS1>NAV1
OR
press the 1-2 soft key twice: NAV1>NAV2>NAV1
NOTE: For LOC BC approaches, the course pointer will slew 180 degrees
from the inbound course.
Avoidance
Hazard
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Additional
Features
Sec 5
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Annun.
Sec 6
Symbols
Sec 7
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Index
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Example of activating Auto-Slewing in the G500H:
Foreword
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System
Course Pointer slewed
to 218° for the ILS
Sec 4
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Hazard
Avoidance
Figure 2-28 Auto-Slewing HSI with ILS Loaded and Shown with the Corresponding
Approach Plate
Sec 5
Features
1) The aircraft is flying vectors to final on an active ILS approach, with the
Additional
appropriate approach in the GNS navigator.
2) The appropriate ILS frequency must be activate in the navigator.
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
3) Verify that the waypoints for the approach are displayed on the Nav Map Page
or the FPL Page of the MFD.
Sec 7
4) Upon approaching the final course, select LOC on the HSI.
Symbols
NOTE: If auto CDI switching is active on the GNS unit, the GNS will force
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the GNS/GDU 620 to NAV when the aircraft is close to the LOC course.
5) The CDI and course pointer will change from magenta to green and the pointer
will move, or slew, to the final approach course (or 180° from the final approach
course for LOC BC approaches).
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Course Pointer slewed to
313° for the Backcourse
Figure 2-29 Auto-Slewing HSI with Localizer Backcourse Loaded and Shown with the
Corresponding Approach Plate
2.8 Supplemental Flight Data
2.8.1 Bearing Pointers
Two Bearing Pointers can be displayed on the HSI for NAV and GPS sources.
The pointers are light blue and are single- (BRG1) or double-lined (BRG2); an
icon is shown in the respective information window to indicate the pointer
type. The system must be configured for a second navigation source to show the
BRG2 selection.
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
Sec 6
Symbols
Sec 7
When a Bearing Pointer is displayed, its associated information window is
also displayed.
The Bearing Information windows are displayed to the lower sides of the HSI
and show:
• Bearingsource(GPS,NAV,orADF)
• Pointericon(BRG1=singleline,BRG2=doubleline)
The Bearing Pointer is removed from the HSI if:
• TheNAVradioisnotreceivingthetunedVOR station
• TheNAVradioistunedtoaLocalizer frequency
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• GPSisthebearingsourceandanactivewaypointisnotselected
• ADF is selected and a signal is not received (if you have an ADF that supports
a valid flag then the bearing pointer will be removed. If your ADF system
Foreword
does not include a valid flag then the bearing pointer will still be displayed,
regardless of ADF signal validity.)
Sec 1
System
Bearing 2 Pointer
Current Navigation Source
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Bearing 1 Source
CDI
GPS Level
of Service
Bearing 1 Pointer
Bearing 2 Source
Bearing 2
Pointer Icon
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Bearing 1
Pointer Icon
Figure 2-30 HSI with Bearing Information
OCN
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
GPS1
GPS2
VOR1
VOR2
LOC1
CDI Source
GPS Mode
TERM
LNAV
LNAV+
LNAV/VNAV
LOC2
Sec 7
Symbols
Sec 8
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MSG
LOI
GPS Advisory
LOI
Suspend
OBS
SUSP
Figure 2-31 PFD HSI Annunciations
1) Press the PFD soft key to display the navigation source keys.
2) Press the BRG 1 or BRG 2 soft keys to toggle between the available Nav
receivers of the selected source (such as: GPS, NAV, or ADF).
ENR
APR
LPV
LP
Appendix B
Index
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NOTE: The Bearing Line for navigation source 1 (BRG1) will be a single line.
The Bearing Line for navigation source 2 (BRG2) will be a double line.
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2.8.2 Temperature Display
The Outside Air Temperature (OAT) is displayed to the left of the HSI. The
OAT can be displayed in ºF or ºC, which is configured in the Aux System Setup
Page. The temperature is derived from the Temperature Probe on the aircraft.
The displayed temperature is the Static Air Temperature reported by the Air Data
Computer. This temperature value is corrected for ram air heating effects.
Figure 2-32 HSI Outside Air Temperature
2.9 Wind Vectors
When selected, wind vector information is displayed in a window on the
PFD to the left of the HSI. The Wind Vector style is configured in the Aux Mode
System Setup page. When the airspeed is less than 20 knots, the Wind Vector
window will indicate “No Wind Data.”
Figure 2-33 Wind Vector with No Wind Data
Four styles are available as shown below.
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
Sec 6
Style 1 Style 2 Style 3 Style 4
Figure 2-34 Wind Vector Style
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2.10 Attitude (ATT) Sync
The ATT SYNC soft key toggles the miniature aircraft symbol between the
Foreword
"absolute" pitch reference and the horizon line at the time the soft key is pressed.
The use of ATT SYNC function moves the miniature aircraft to the horizon line
and allows aircraft attitude to be controlled with more precision and less effort.
Sec 1
System
When the ATT SYNC function is active small reference marks are shown on
the sides of the attitude indicator that show the absolute pitch reference. The
miniature aircraft symbol cannot be synchronized to the horizon line if the pitch
PFD
Sec 2
attitude is greater than ±8º.
Pressing the ATT SYNC soft key will synchronize the aircraft symbol on the
PFD to the horizon line during level flight. The ATT SYNC soft key will not be
MFD
Sec 3
available for selection until the aircraft is near a level pitch attitude.
Attitude Sync Soft Key Label
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Attitude Sync Soft Key
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
Figure 2-35 Before Attitude Sync Selected
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Symbols
Sec 8
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Index
Appendix B
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Figure 2-36 Before Attitude Sync Selected
Figure 2-37 After Attitude Sync Selected
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3 MULTI-FUNCTION DISPLAY (MFD)
The MFD displays a full-color moving map with navigation information.
Moving map information is shown on the two Navigation Map pages and
the optional Weather (WX) pages (requires GDL 69/69A and XM weather
subscription.
VORs, airways, airspaces), geographic data (e.g., cities, lake, highways,
borders), topographic data (map shading indicating elevation), and hazard
data (e.g., traffic, terrain, weather). The map options set for Navigation Map
page 1 are used as the default settings for the optional Weather (WX) pages.
The amount of displayed data can be reduced by pressing the DCLTR soft
key. The Navigation Map can be oriented four different ways: North Up
(NORTH UP), Track Up (TRACK UP), Desired Track Up (DTK UP), or
Heading Up (HDG UP).
The Navigation Map displays aviation data (e.g., airports,
Wind Vector
Map Orientation
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
Page Group Position
Range Select
Page Group
Menu
Clear
Page Label
Small MFD Knob
(Select Page)
Enter
Large MFD Knob
(Select Page Group)
Soft Keys Soft Key Labels
Map Scale
SD Card Slots
Figure 3-1 MFD Description
The nose of the aircraft icon is placed on the Navigation Map at the location
corresponding to the calculated present position. The aircraft position and
the flight plan legs are based on information received from the currently
selected GPS navigator. The leg of the active flight plan currently being
flown is shown as a magenta line on the navigation map. The other legs are
shown in white.
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There are 28 different map ranges available, from 500 feet to 2000 NM.
The current range is indicated in the lower right corner of the map and
represents the top-to-bottom distance covered by the map. To change the
map range on any map, press the RNG keys on the right side of the bezel.
Foreword
3.1 Functional Display Map
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
Map Group Wx Group (opt) Aux Group
Turn large MFD knob to change page groups
FPL Group
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
Sec 7
Symbols
Sec 8
GlossaryAppendix A
Nav Map 1
Nav Map 2
Split Screen (opt)
Wx Data Link Map 1
Wx Data Link Map 2
Wx Data Link Map 3
Turn small MFD knob to select pages within a group
Traffic (opt)
External Video
System Setup
XM Info (opt)
XM Radio (opt)
Active FPL
Wpt Info
Charts (opt)
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Index
3-2
Terrain (-SVT opt)
System Status
Figure 3-2 MFD Page Groups
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3.2 MFD Soft Key Map
The soft keys available depend on the page displayed and the features
available. The soft key “Alerts” is present on the far right position in all MFD
displays.
Map
Wx
Aux
Fpl
Foreword
System
Sec 1
NavMap1
Declutter
Map
Traffic
Topo
Terrain
NavMap2
Declutter
Map
Traffic
Topo
Terrain
Split Screen
Traffic
Standby
Operate
Alt Mode
Standby
Operate
Alt Mode
Below
Normal
Above
Unrest
Terrain
View
360
Arc
Inhibit
RP Mode
Wx Data Link 1
Legend
SRFC Time
Wind Down
Wind Up
Wx Data Link 2
Legend
SRFC Time
Wind Down
Wind Up
Wx Data Link 3
Legend
SRFC Time
Wind Down
Wind Up
Figure 3-3 MFD Soft Keys
External Video
Active Fpl
System Setup
Default Unit
Default Speed
Wpt Info
XM Info
Lock
XM Radio
Channel
CH CH +
DIR CH
Category
CAT CAT +
ALL
Volume
Mute
Vol Vol +
Presets
PS1
PS2
...
PS15
Charts
System Status
LRU
DBASE
Position Reporting
Report Type
Period
Info
Wx
Info
Wx
NOTAM
Select
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
Sec 6
Symbols
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3.3 Navigation Map Pages
Map displays are used extensively in the GDU 620 to provide situational
awareness in flight. The two Navigation map pages can display the following
Foreword
information:
• Airports, NAVAIDs, airspace,
Sec 1
airways, land data (highways,
System
cities, lakes, rivers, borders, etc.)
with names
• MapPointer information (distance
PFD
Sec 2
and bearing to pointer, location of
pointer, name, and other pertinent
information)
MFD
Sec 3
• Maprange
• Wind direction and speed
Sec 4
• Maporientation
Hazard
Avoidance
• Iconsforenabledmapfeatures
Symbols used on the MFD are detailed in Section 7.
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Wind Vector and Speed Map Orientation
• Aircrafticon(representingpresent
position)
• Navrange ring
• Flightplan legs
• Trackvector
• Topographyscale
• Topographydata
• XMNEXRADWeather
• XMLightning
• XMStormCells
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Annun.
& Alerts
Sec 7
Symbols
Sec 8
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Aircraft Symbol
(Present Position)
Traffic Symbol
Indicates Traffic is
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Obstacles
Displayed
Page Name
Figure 3-4 MFD Map Description
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Traffic Icons
with Relative
Altitude and Trend
Indicator
Topo Scale
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3.3.1 Default Navigation Map Page
While on any page of the MFD, you may easily return to the first Navigation
Map page of the Map group by
pressing and holding the CLR key to return
to the first page (Home Page) of the Map group.
3.3.2 Editing Information
1) Press the small MFD knob to activate editing.
Foreword
System
Sec 1
2) Turn the large MFD knob to select desired item.
3) Turn the small MFD knob to change the highlighted value.
4) Press ENT to accept the displayed value.
5) Press the small MFD knob to cancel selection or to end editing.
NOTE: Page Group and Page are shown at the bottom of the MFD.
Page Group
Turn Large MFD knob
Turn Small MFD knob
Page
Figure 3-5 Page Group and Page Locator
3.3.3 Selecting Page Options
1) Change the fields or the setup of a page by pressing the MENU key and make
the necessary adjustments with the MFD knobs.
2) Press ENT to accept the displayed value. Press the small MFD knob to cancel
selection or to end editing.
3.3.4 Changing the Navigation Map Range
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
Sec 6
Symbols
Sec 7
Glossary Appendix A
Sec 8
The Range (RNG) keys on the right side of the bezel are used to change the
map display range. Pressing the RNG key will zoom out (increasing the
displayed map range) and pressing the RNG key will zoom in (decreasing
the displayed map range). The Map Range is shown in the lower right corner of
the MFD and represents the top-to-bottom distance covered by the map. The
map ranges available are from 500 feet to 2000 NM. When the map range is
decreased to a point that exceeds the capability of the GDU 620 to accurately
represent the map, a magnifying glass icon is shown to the left of the map
range.
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Map Range Overzoom Icon
Map Range
Figure 3-6 Map Range
Foreword
3.3.5 Decluttering Map Pages
The Map Declutter feature allows the pilot to progressively step through
four levels of decluttering to remove map information. The declutter level is
Sec 1
System
displayed in the DCLTR soft key.
PFD
Sec 2
Figure 3-7 Map Declutter Soft Key
1) There are four levels of decluttering. DCLTR (0) shows the most detail. DCLTR-3
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Sec 5
Additional
removes the most detail.
2) While viewing one of the Navigation Map pages, press the DCLTR soft key.
Each successive press of the DCLTR soft key will toggle through the declutter
Avoidance
levels. Features marked with a “•” are shown at the indicated Declutter Level.
NOTE: Traffic is automatically decluttered from Nav Map pages when the map
Features
scale is above 150 NM.
Sec 6
Annun.
Sec 7
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& Alerts
Symbols
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Feature 0 1 2 3 Feature 0 1 2 3
Airways • Warning Areas • •
River/Lake Names • Tower • •
Land/Country Text • TRSA • •
Large City • ADIZ • •
Medium City • Alert Areas • •
Small City • Caution Areas • •
Small Town • Danger Areas • •
Freeways • Heliports • • •
Highways • Large Airports • • •
Roads • Medium Airports • • •
Railroads • Prohibited Areas • • •
Political Boundaries • MOAs • • •
User Waypoints • • Runway Labels • • •
Lat/Lon Grids • •
Lightning Strike Data
• • •
VORs • • NEXRAD Data • • •
NDBs • • Traffic Symbols • • •
Intersections • • Traffic Labels • • •
Class B Airspace • • Water Detail • • • •
Class C Airspace • • Active FPL Legs • • • •
Class D Airspace • •
Table 3-1 Features Shown at Each Decluttering Level
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
Sec 6
Symbols
Sec 7
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3.3.6 Panning
The Panning Map Page function allows you to move the map beyond its
current limits without adjusting the map scale and to examine information at
Foreword
the pointer location. When you select the panning function — by pressing the
small MFD knob — a target pointer flashes on the map display. A window also
appears at the top of the map display showing the latitude/longitude position of
Sec 1
System
the pointer, the ETE from your present position to the pointer, elevation at the
pointer, and bearing and distance to the pointer from your present position.
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Information is related
to the tip of the pointer
Elevation at Pointer
ETE from present position
to tip of pointer
Lat/Lon at Pointer
Map Pointer
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
Sec 7
Symbols
Present Position
Figure 3-8 Navigation Map Pointer Location Information
1) While viewing a Map or Chart page, press the small MFD knob. A flashing
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pointer will appear in the tip of the ownship symbol. The measured information
is referenced to the tip of the arrow.
Figure 3-9 Navigation Map Initial Pointer Location
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2) Turn the large MFD knob to move the cursor horizontally. Turn the small MFD
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3) Press the small MFD knob again to cancel panning. The display will return to
the previous map view.
3.3.7 Selecting Items on the Map
When the target pointer is placed on an object, the name of that object is
highlighted (even if the name wasn’t originally displayed on the map). This
feature applies to airports, NAVAIDs, user-created waypoints, roads, lakes,
rivers — just about everything displayed on the map except route lines. When
an airport, NAVAID, or user waypoint is selected on the map display, you can
review information about the item.
1) While viewing the Navigation Map pages of the Map page group, press the
small MFD knob to activate panning.
2) Move the cursor with the small and large MFD knobs to highlight a feature.
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
2) Press ENT to display information about the highlighted feature.
3) Press the INFO soft key (if available) to view more information about the
highlighted feature.
4) Press the WX soft key (if available) to view TAF and METAR information.
5) Press the small MFD knob again to return to panning.
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
Sec 6
Symbols
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3.3.8 Measuring Distances
The “Measure Bearing/Distance” function provides a quick and easy method
to determine the bearing and distance between any two points on the Navigation
Foreword
Map.
1) While viewing one of the Navigation Map pages of the Map page group, press
Sec 1
Sec 2
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Sec 5
Additional
MENU.
System
2) Turn the
Distance“ and then press
PFD
MFD
large
or small MFD knobs to highlight “Measure Bearing/
ENT
.
Figure 3-10 Navigation Map Measure Distance Function
3) Your present position will be marked as the starting reference point. To choose a
different starting reference point, turn the large or small MFD knobs to desired
Avoidance
point and press ENT.
Features
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
4) Turn the large or small MFD knobs to move the cursor to a reference point. The
Figure 3-11 Measure Distance Starting Reference Point
distance and bearing is displayed at the top of the display.
Sec 7
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Distance and Bearing Between Start and End Points
Ending Reference
Point position
Ending Reference Point
Starting Reference Point
Figure 3-12 Bearing/Distance Measurement
5) Press the small MFD knob to stop measuring.
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3.3.9 Customizing Navigation Map Pages
The Navigation Map pages are customized by selecting options from the Page
Menu. The Page Menu options include choices for Map Setup and Measure
Bearing/Distance. The Map Setup choice covers selections for Map, Weather,
Traffic, and Aviation depending on the installed equipment of a given aircraft.
The Measure Bearing/Distance selection allows you to determine the Bearing,
Distance, and Lat/Lon position for points selected on the Navigation Map page.
3.3.10 Map Setup
The Map Setup selection from the Page Menu allows you to customize the
displayed items.
1) While viewing one of the Navigation Map pages of the Map page group, press
the MENU key to display the Navigation Map Page
Figure 3-13 Navigation Map Page Menu
Menu
.
Foreword
System
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MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
2) With the cursor flashing on the “Map Setup” option. Press the ENT key to
display the Map Setup Menu.
3) Use the large and small
MFD
knobs to select the Group (Map, Weather,
Traffic, or Aviation) and press ENT to allow editing of the selected group. The
groups shown depend on the features available for equipment installed in your
aircraft.
Figure 3-14 Navigation Map Page Menu Map Group Selection
4) Press the small MFD knob to return to the Navigation Map Page.
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Map Group Weather Group
Menu
Foreword
Item
Orientation Direction NEXRD
Sec 1
System
North Up AtOff/Range NEXRD
PFD
Sec 2
Auto Zoom On/Off NEXRAD
Land Data On/Off XM Ltng Off/Range VOR
MFD
Sec 3
Track Vector
Hazard
Avoidance
Length
Wind
Sec 4
Vector
Nav Range
Sec 5
Ring
Features
Additional
Topo Data On/Off Restricted* Off/Range
Topo Scale On/Off MOA
Sec 6
Annun.
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Terrain
Data
Terrain
Scale
Sec 7
Symbols
Obstacle
Viewing
Range
Sec 8
Lat/Lon
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Viewing
Range
Field of
View**
Adjustment Menu
Off/Time Class B/
On/Off Class C/
On/Off Class D * Off/Range
On/Off Other/
On/Off TFR * Off/Range
Off/Range Airways Off/Modes
Off/Range
On/Off
(optional)
Item
Viewing
Range
Cell Mov
Legend
Traffic Group
Aviation Group
(optional)
Adjustment Menu
Off/Range Traffic Off/Modes Safe Taxi
Off/Range Rwy
On/Off INT/NDB
Adjustment Menu
Item
Item
Viewing
Range
Extension
Range
Viewing
Range *
Viewing
Range*
TMA *
TCA *
(Military)*
ADIZ *
Adjustment
Off/Range
Off/Range
Off/Range
Off/Range
Off/Range
Off/Range
Off/Range
Off/Range
* - shown if the Aviation database is current. ** - shown if Synthetic Vision is available.
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3.3.10.1 Map Feature Options
Choose the options to determine the values for display on each Navigation
Map. The options you save will be retained until changed. The options may be
selecting by using the following procedure:
1) While viewing one of the Navigation Map pages of the Map page group, press
the MENU key. With “Map Setup” highlighted, press ENT.
Figure 3-15 Navigation Map Page Menu
With the Map Group active, turn the large MFD knob to highlight the desired
option.
Foreword
System
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PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
Figure 3-16 Navigation Map Page Menu Map Group Selection
2) Turn the small MFD knob to change the highlighted value.
3) Press ENT to accept the displayed value. The next option will be highlighted.
4) Press the small MFD knob to cancel selection or to end editing and return to
the Navigation Map page or turn the large MFD knob to the next option.
Map Orientation
The Orientation option sets the orientation of the Navigation Map.
Figure 3-17 Navigation Map Orientation
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North Up At
The North Up At option allows you to select the map range where at and
above the selected value the Map Orientation will automatically change to
Foreword
North Up. For example, with the 500 NM value selected in the figure below,
when the map range of the MFD is 500 NM or more, the map orientation will
automatically become North Up.
Sec 1
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PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Figure 3-18 Navigation Map “North Up At” Orientation Range Selection
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Auto Zoom
With a valid flight plan, the Auto Zoom feature will automatically change the
Navigation Map range depending on the distance to the next waypoint in the flight
plan. If enabled, it will also automatically zoom to 1 NM when the aircraft is on
the ground or when GPS altitude is less than 400 ft AGL and groundspeed is less
than 40 knots. Auto Zoom can be overridden at any time by manually zooming
with the RNG keys or enabling OBS mode. Auto Zoom is re-enabled once one of
the following conditions is met:
1) A waypoint is sequenced,
2) the aircraft transitions from “on ground” to “in air,”
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
3) a point is reached where the Auto Zoom range matches the manual override
range (known as auto-sync),
4) Auto Zoom is toggled of and back on in the Navigation Map Setup page,
OR
5) OBS mode is turned off.
Figure 3-19 Navigation Map Auto Zoom
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MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
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Features
Sec 5
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Land Data
The Land Data option selects whether detailed land features, such as rivers,
roads, cities, are displayed. Topo features, traffic, terrain, and obstacles will still
Foreword
be displayed, even with Land Data turned off.
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Track Vector Length
When turned on, the Track Vector Length option will show a dashed line
and arrow extending from the aircraft icon illustrating the current Track and the
Sec 5
Features
Additional
distance the aircraft will travel in the selected time.
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
Track Vector
Figure 3-20 Navigation Map Land Data
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Sec 8
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Aircraft Present Position
Figure 3-21 Navigation Map Track Vector
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Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Figure 3-22 Navigation Map Track Vector Length Selection
Wind Vector
The Wind Vector option when turned on will show a box in the top right
corner of the MFD indicating the wind direction and speed.
Wind SpeedWind Direction
Figure 3-23 Navigation Map Wind Vector Display
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
Sec 6
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Sec 7
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Figure 3-24 Navigation Map Wind Vector Selection
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Nav Range Ring
When turned on, the Nav Range Ring option will show a ring with a compass
rose around your present position on the Navigation Map. The relative size
Foreword
shown on the map will remain the same (25% of the map range).
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Sec 6
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& Alerts
Sec 7
Symbols
Range Ring Radius
Range Ring with Compass Rose
Figure 3-25 Navigation Map Range Ring
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Topo Data
The Topo Data option selects whether the colored topographical features are
displayed. Traffic, Land Data, Terrain, and Obstacles will still be displayed even
with Topo Data turned off.
Topo Data Off Topo Data On
Figure 3-27 Navigation Map Topo Data
Foreword
System
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Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
Figure 3-28 Navigation Map Topo Data Selection
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Topo Scale
The Topo Scale option selects whether the elevation scale for topographical
features on the Navigation Map is displayed. The scale will be located on the
Foreword
right side of the display.
Minimum/Maximum
Sec 1
Range of Topography
System
Displayed on the Map
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Sec 6
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& Alerts
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Range of Topography
Displayed on the Map
Figure 3-29 Navigation Map Topo Scale
Sky Indication
Current Aircraft Altitude
Current Ground Level Indication
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Figure 3-30 Navigation Map Topo Scale Selection
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Terrain Data
The Terrain Data option selects whether Terrain Data is shown on the
Navigation Map. The Terrain Data Icon will be shown when Terrain has
been selected. Terrain and Topo data displays are mutually exclusive.
Terrain Data
Terrain Elevation Scale
Terrain Data Icon
Figure 3-31 Navigation Map Terrain Data
Foreword
System
Sec 1
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PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
Figure 3-32 Navigation Map Terrain Data Selection
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Terrain Scale
The Terrain Scale option selects whether the Terrain Scale is shown on the
Navigation Map. The Terrain scale will be located on the right side of the display.
Foreword
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Sec 6
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Sec 7
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Figure 3-33 Navigation Map Terrain Scale Selection
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Obstacle Data Viewing Range
Terrain more than 500 ft below the aircraft altitude (Black)
Terrain is between 0 ft and 250 ft below the aircraft altitude (Yellow)
Terrain is more than 250 ft above
the aircraft altitude (Red)
Terrain is between
0 ft and 250 ft above
the aircraft altitude
(Orange)
250 ft
250 ft
Terrain is between 250 ft and 500 ft below the aircraft altitude (Green)
500 ft
The Obstacle Data Viewing Range option selects whether the Obstacle Data
is shown on the Navigation Map. Obstacles will be shown at and below the
selected map range. Map ranges above this value will not show the Obstacle
Data. In the range selection example below where 30 NM is selected, obstacles
will be shown at map ranges of 30 NM and lower.
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Unlighted
Obstacle
< 1000 ft
AGL
> 1000 ft
AGL
Obstacle Symbol
Figure 3-35 HSVT Terrain Obstacle Colors and Symbology
Figure 3-34 TERRAIN Altitude/Color Correlation
Lighted Obstacle
< 1000 ft
> 1000 ft
AGL
Potential
Impact
Points
AGL
Terrain
Color
Red
Yellow
Grey
Terrain/
Obstacle
Location
Terrain/Obstacle
at or above
current aircraft
altitude
Terrain/Obstacle
between 250 ft
and 0 ft below
current aircraft
altitude
Terrain/Obstacle
250 ft, or more,
below current
aircraft altitude
Additional
Features
Sec 5
Alert
Level
WARNING
& Alerts
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Sec 6
Symbols
Sec 7
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Glossary Appendix A
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Sec 8
(Yellow)
(Gray)
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Obstacle is at or above the aircraft altitude (Red)
250 ft
250 ft
Obstacle is between 250 ft and 0 ft
below the aircraft altitude (Yellow)
Obstacle is 250 ft, or more,
below the aircraft altitude (Gray)
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
Gray Obstacles Are 250 feet Or
More Below Aircraft
Red Obstacles Are
At Or Above Aircraft
Yellow Obstacles Are Between
0 ft and 250 ft Below Aircraft
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
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Additional
Sec 6
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& Alerts
Sec 7
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Figure 3-36 Navigation Map Obstacle Data
Figure 3-37 HTAWS Obstacle Altitude Colors and Symbology
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Figure 3-38 Navigation Map Obstacle Data Selection
Foreword
System
Sec 1
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PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
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Lat/Lon Viewing Range
The Lat/Lon Viewing Range option selects whether Lat/Lon line is shown on
the MFD. Lat/Lon lines will be shown at and below the selected map range. Map
Foreword
ranges above the selected value will not show the Lat/Lon lines. When Off is
selected, Lat/Lon lines will not be shown. In the figure below where 200 NM is
selected, Lat/Lon lines will be shown at map ranges of 200 NM and lower.
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Sec 6
Annun.
Sec 7
Sec 8
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Figure 3-39 Navigation Map Lat/Lon Selection
Lat/Lon Reference Information
Figure 3-40 Navigation Map Lat/Lon Information
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Field of View
The PFD Field of View used for the Garmin Synthetic Vision Technology
(SVT™) option (when enabled) can be represented on the MFD Navigation Map
Page lateral image. Two dashed lines forming a V-shape in front of the aircraft
symbol on the MFD, represent the forward viewing area shown on the PFD.
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
Figure 3-41 Navigation Map Field of View Selection
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Foreword
Field of View Borders
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Figure 3-42 Navigation Map Field of View on the MFD
Sec 4
Hazard
3.3.10.2 Weather Feature Options (Optional)
Avoidance
The Weather group selection from the Map Setup Page Menu allows you to
customize the NEXRAD Viewing Range, NEXRAD Cell Movement, and Lightning
Sec 5
Features
Viewing range. Weather is an optional feature that requires a GDL 69/69A and
Additional
an XM Weather subscription.
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Figure 3-43 Navigation Map Page Menu
Figure 3-44 Navigation Map Page Menu Weather Group Selection
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NEXRAD Viewing Range
The NEXRAD Viewing Range option selects whether the NEXRAD weather
products is shown on the MFD. NEXRAD weather products will be shown at
and below the selected map range. When Off is selected, NEXRAD weather will
not be shown. Map ranges above the selected value will not show the NEXRAD
weather products. In the example below where 200 NM is selected, the NEXRAD
weather products will be shown at map ranges of 200 NM and lower.
Figure 3-45 NEXRAD Viewing Range Selection
NEXRAD Cell Movement
The NEXRAD Cell Movement option selects whether NEXRAD Cell Movement
is shown on the Navigation Map. NEXRAD Cell Movement will be shown at and
below the selected map range. When Off is selected, NEXRAD Cell Movement
will not be shown. In the example below where 150 NM is selected, the NEXRAD
Cell Movement will be shown at map ranges of 150 NM and lower.
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
Sec 6
Symbols
Sec 7
Figure 3-46 NEXRAD Cell Movement Selection
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NEXRAD Legend
The NEXRAD Legend selection provides the option of displaying an
abbreviated version of the NEXRAD legend in the top right region of the MFD.
Foreword
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Figure 3-47 NEXRAD Legend Selection
Lightning Viewing Range
Sec 4
Hazard
The Lightning Viewing Range option selects whether the Lightning weather
Avoidance
products is shown on the Navigation Map. Lightning weather products will be
shown at and below the selected map range. When Off is selected, Lightning
Sec 5
weather will not be shown. In the figure below where 200 NM is selected,
Features
Additional
Lightning symbols will be shown at map ranges of 200 NM and lower.
Sec 6
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3.3.10.3 Traffic Feature Options (Optional)
The Traffic group selection from the Map Setup Page Menu allows you to
customize the display of traffic on the Navigation Map. The Traffic function
requires the installation of the appropriate traffic device. TIS and TAS cannot
be displayed at the same time. If the aircraft has a TAS unit installed, the GDU
620 will be configured for TAS. If no TAS unit is installed and a GTX Mode-S
transponder is installed then the GDU 620 will be configured for TIS. A pilot
can tell which data is being displayed by the label in the top left corner (TAS
OPERATING vs TIS OPERATING). TIS data comes from a GTX transponder.
Coverage is limited to specific areas as shown in the AIM. TAS data comes from
a TAS unit such as a Garmin GTS 800 or 820, Skywatch 497, KTA 810, or other
unit. Coverage follows the aircraft. In the Navigation Map page setup you can
select the maximum range at which traffic symbols are shown. Once outside of
the selected range, traffic will be decluttered. The Traffic soft key will still be
available.
NOTE: Traffic is automatically decluttered from Nav Map 1 and 2 when the
map scale is above 150 NM.
Traffic Selection Display Result
Off No traffic displayed
All Traffic All types of traffic displayed
TA/PA Traffic Alerts and Proximity Alerts displayed
TA Only Traffic Alerts Only displayed
Foreword
System
Sec 1
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PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
& Alerts
Annun.
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Sec 7
Table 3-3 Navigation Map Traffic Display Options
Figure 3-49 Navigation Map Page Menu Traffic Group Selection
1) While viewing the Navigation Map Setup page and the Traffic Group active,
turn the large MFD knob to highlight the “Traffic” options.
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Foreword
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
Figure 3-50 Navigation Map Page Menu Traffic Options
2) Turn the small MFD knob to change the highlighted value.
3) Press ENT
MFD
Sec 3
to accept the displayed value.
4) Press the small MFD knob to cancel selection or to end editing and return to
the Navigation Map page or turn the large MFD knob to the next option.
Sec 4
Hazard
3.3.10.4 Aviation Feature Options
Avoidance
The Aviation group selection from the Map Setup Page Menu allows you to
customize the display of SafeTaxi information, Runway Extensions, Intersection/
Sec 5
NDB locations, VOR locations, and TFR icons on the Navigation Map.
Features
Additional
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
Sec 7
Symbols
Figure 3-51 Navigation Map Page Menu Aviation Group Selection
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SafeTaxi™ Viewing Range
The SafeTaxi™ viewing range option selects whether SafeTaxi information is
shown on the Navigation Map. SafeTaxi will be shown at and below the selected
map range. When Off is selected, SafeTaxi information will not be shown. In the
example below where 3 NM is selected, the SafeTaxi information will be shown
at map ranges of 3 NM and lower.
Figure 3-52 Navigation Map Safe Taxi Viewing Range Selection
Runway Extension Range
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
The Runway Extension Range option selects the whether Runway Extensions
is shown for the destination airport runway. Runway Extensions will be shown
at and below the selected map range. When Off is selected, Runway Extensions
will be shown.
Figure 3-53 Navigation Map Runway Extension Selection
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INT/NDB Viewing Range
The INT/NDB viewing range option selects whether Intersection and NDB
information is shown on the Navigation Map. Intersection and NDB information
Foreword
will be shown at and below the selected map range. When Off is selected, the
information will not be shown. In the example below where 15 NM is selected,
INT/NDBs will be shown at map ranges of 15 NM and lower.
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Figure 3-54 Navigation Map INT/NDB Viewing Range Selection
VOR Viewing Range
Sec 5
Features
Additional
The VOR viewing range option selects whether VOR information is shown on
the Navigation Map. VOR information will be shown at and below the selected
map range. When Off is selected, the information will not be shown. In the
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
example below where 150 NM is selected, VOR information will be shown at
map ranges of 150 NM and lower.
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Class B/TMA Airspace Viewing Range
The Class B/TMA airspace viewing range option selects whether Class B/TMA
airspace information is shown on the Navigation Map. Class B/TMA airspace
information will be shown at and below the selected map range. When Off is
selected, the information will not be shown. In the example below where 200
NM is selected, Class B/TMA airspace information will be shown at map ranges
of 200 NM and lower.
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
Figure 3-56 Navigation Map Class B/TMA Viewing Range Selection
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Class C/TCA Airspace Viewing Range
The Class C/TCA airspace viewing range option selects whether Class C/TCA
airspace information is shown on the Navigation Map. Class C/TCA airspace
Foreword
information will be shown at and below the selected map range. When Off is
selected, the information will not be shown. In the example below where 200
NM is selected, Class C/TCA airspace information will be shown at map ranges
Sec 1
System
of 200 NM and lower.
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Sec 6
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Sec 7
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Class D Airspace Viewing Range
The Class D airspace viewing range option selects whether Class D airspace
information is shown on the Navigation Map. Class D airspace information
will be shown at and below the selected map range. When Off is selected, the
information will not be shown. In the example below where 150 NM is selected,
Class D airspace information will be shown at map ranges of 150 NM and
lower.
Foreword
System
Sec 1
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Avoidance
Hazard
Sec 4
Additional
Features
Sec 5
Figure 3-58 Navigation Map Class D Viewing Range Selection
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Restricted Airspace Viewing Range
The Restricted airspace viewing range option selects whether the map range
is shown on the Navigation Map. Restricted airspace information will be shown
Foreword
at and below the selected map range. When Off is selected, the information
will not be shown. In the example below where 200 NM is selected, Restricted
airspace information will be shown at map ranges of 200 NM and lower.
Sec 1
System
PFD
Sec 2
MFD
Sec 3
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Features
Additional
Sec 6
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Sec 7
Sec 8
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Figure 3-59 Navigation Map Restricted Airspace Viewing Range Selection
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