Garmin International, Inc.

1200 E. 151st Street

Olathe, Kansas 66062 U.S.A.

FAA APPROVED

ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL SUPPLEMENT

for the
Garmin GTN 625Xi, 635Xi, 650Xi, 725Xi, or 750Xi
GPS/SBAS Navigation System
as installed in

____________________________________________
Make and Model Rotorcraft

Registration Number: ______________ Serial Number: __________________

GPS FUNCTIONS NOT APPROVED FOR IFR NAVIGATION

This document serves as a Rotorcraft Flight Manual Supplement or as a

Supplemental Rotorcraft Flight Manual when the aircraft is equipped in
accordance with Supplemental Type Certificate SR02120SEfor the installation
and operation of the Garmin GTN 625Xi, 635Xi, 650Xi, 725Xi, or 750Xi
GPS/SBAS Navigation System. This document must be incorporated into the
FAA Approved Rotorcraft Flight Manual.

The information contained herein supplements the information in the FAA

Approved Rotorcraft Flight Manual. For limitations, procedures, loading and
performance information not contained in this document, refer to the FAA
Approved Rotorcraft Flight Manual, markings, or placards.

FAA approved sections of the RFMS are labeled “FAA APPROVED”. Sections
not labeled “FAA APPROVED” are for guidance only.

FAA Approved by: ______________________________

JR Brownell
ODA STC Unit Administrator
Garmin International, Inc.
ODA-240087-CE

Date: _______________

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 LOG OF REVISIONS
Page
Revision Date Number Description FAA Approved
Number
1 01/29/20 All Complete Supplement Erik Frisk
ODA STC Unit
Administrator
Garmin International, Inc.
ODA-240087-CE
Date: 01/29/2020
2 03/06/23 Added for software See Signature Page i
Version 20.30:
Page 20 • Added Section 7.7 –
Knob Page Navigation
Page 31 • Added Section 7.24 –
Remote Radio Control

RFMS Restructure based

on recent FAA Guidance:
Various • Reworked Section 2.
Moved appropriate
content to Sections 1
and 7

• Added Pilot Headset

limitation

• Removed MMC/SD
Database Cards
limitation
• Added Table of
Contents to Sections 3
&4
• Moved appropriate
content from Section 4
to Section 7
• Re-organized Section
7. Moved appropriate
content to Section 1

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 Table of Contents

SECTION PAGE
Section 1. GENERAL ..................................................................................1
1.1 Applicable System Software ........................................................... 1
1.2 Garmin GTN Xi Navigators ............................................................ 1
1.3 System Capabilities .........................................................................3
1.3.1 Lighting Controls .................................................................... 3
1.3.2 HTAWS and Terrain Alerting ................................................. 3
1.3.3 Traffic System ......................................................................... 3
1.3.4 Data Links ............................................................................... 4
1.4 Electronic Checklists .......................................................................4
1.5 HTAWS/Terrain Alerting ................................................................ 4
1.6 Definitions .......................................................................................4
Section 2. LIMITATIONS ..........................................................................6
2.1 Kinds of Operation ..........................................................................6
2.2 Ground Operations ..........................................................................6
2.3 Terrain Display ................................................................................6
2.4 H-Terrain FLTA ..............................................................................6
2.5 HTAWS Function (Optional) .......................................................... 6
2.6 Datalink Weather Display (Optional) ..............................................6
2.7 Traffic Display (Optional) ............................................................... 6
2.8 Demo Mode .....................................................................................6
2.9 Database Updates ............................................................................7
2.10 OBS Mode .......................................................................................7
2.11 Pilot Headset....................................................................................7
Section 3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ...............................................8
3.1 Emergency Procedures ....................................................................9
3.2 Abnormal Procedures ......................................................................10
3.2.1 HTAWS WARNING............................................................... 10
3.2.2 HTAWS CAUTION ................................................................ 10
3.2.3 HTAWS FAIL ......................................................................... 10
3.2.4 LOSS OF GPS/SBAS NAVIGATION DATA ........................ 11
3.2.5 LOSS OF COM RADIO TUNING FUNCTIONS .................. 11
3.2.6 LOSS OF AUDIO PANEL FUNCTIONS (GMA 35 Only) ... 12
3.2.7 DATA SOURCE - HEADING SOURCE INOPERATIVE
OR CONNECTION TO GTN LOST MESSAGE ................... 12
3.2.8 DATA SOURCE – PRESSURE ALTITUDE SOURCE
INOPERATIVE OR CONNECTION TO GTN LOST
MESSAGE .............................................................................. 12
3.2.9 UNRECOVERABLE LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL
GENERATORS OR ALTERNATORS .................................. 12
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 3.2.10 IN-AIR RESTART OF GTN .................................................. 13
3.2.11 BARO-ALT INPUT FAILURE .............................................. 13
3.2.12 TEMPERATURE INPUT FAILURE ..................................... 13
3.2.13 VEMD FAILURE (if installed) .............................................. 13
Section 4. NORMAL PROCEDURES ....................................................... 14
4.1 Unit Power On ................................................................................ 15
4.2 Before Takeoff ................................................................................ 15
4.3 Telephone & SMS Text (Optional)................................................. 15
4.4 HTAWS Inhibit .............................................................................. 15
4.4.1 Database Conflict Resolution ................................................. 16
4.4.2 Cold Weather Compensation .................................................. 16
Section 5. PERFORMANCE ...................................................................... 17
Section 6. WEIGHT AND BALANCE ...................................................... 17
Section 7. SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS ...................................................... 18
7.1 Pilot’s Guide ................................................................................... 18
7.2 Glove Use / Covered Fingers .......................................................... 18
7.3 Portable Electronic Devices ............................................................ 18
7.4 Power .............................................................................................. 18
7.5 Lighting Controls ............................................................................ 19
7.6 External Switches ........................................................................... 19
7.7 Knob Page Navigation .................................................................... 20
7.8 Terrain Proximity............................................................................ 20
7.9 HTAWS and Terrain Alerting ........................................................ 21
7.9.1 Terrain and Obstacle Depiction .............................................. 21
7.9.2 HTAWS Normal Mode ........................................................... 22
7.9.3 HTAWS Reduced Protection Mode........................................ 22
7.9.4 HTAWS Inhibit ...................................................................... 22
7.9.5 HTAWS Test .......................................................................... 22
7.9.6 Voice Call Outs....................................................................... 22
7.9.7 Alert Acknowledge ................................................................. 23
7.9.8 HTAWS Annunciators ............................................................ 23
7.10 Depiction of Obstacles and Wires................................................... 23
7.10.1 Dedicated Terrain Page........................................................... 23
7.10.2 Map Page ................................................................................ 24
7.11 Airspace Depiction and Alerts ........................................................ 24
7.12 Charts (Optional) ............................................................................ 24
7.13 Map Page ........................................................................................ 25
7.13.1 Configuration .......................................................................... 25
7.13.2 Map Orientation ...................................................................... 25
7.13.3 Flight Plan Depiction .............................................................. 25
7.13.4 Fuel Planning Page ................................................................. 25
7.13.5 Fuel Range Ring ..................................................................... 26
7.14 Times and Distances ....................................................................... 26
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 7.15 GTN Xi-GTN (Xi) Crossfill ............................................................ 26
7.16 Direct-To Operations .......................................................................27
7.17 European Visual Reporting Points ..................................................27
7.18 Advisory Visual Approaches ........................................................... 27
7.19 Descent VNAV ................................................................................28
7.20 Waypoints........................................................................................29
7.20.1 User Defined Waypoints ......................................................... 29
7.21 Along Track Waypoints ..................................................................29
7.22 System Databases ............................................................................29
7.22.1 Database Provided Altitudes ................................................... 29
7.22.2 Databases and Flight Plan Waypoints/Procedures ................... 29
7.22.3 Charts Database (Dual GTN7XX and TXi GDU) ................... 30
7.23 Garmin ADS-B Traffic System Interface (Optional) ......................30
7.24 Remote Radio Control (Optional) ...................................................31
7.25 Transponder Control (Optional) ......................................................31
7.26 GMA 35/35c Audio Panel (Optional)..............................................32
7.27 Telephone Audio (Optional) ............................................................ 32
7.28 Flight Stream 510 (Optional) ........................................................... 32

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Section 1. GENERAL

1.1 Applicable System Software

The following or later software versions must be installed for this RFMS
revision to be applicable to the installation:

Software Version
Software Item
(or later FAA Approved versions for this STC)
Main SW Version 20.30
Table 1 - Software Versions

1.2 Garmin GTN Xi Navigators

The Garmin GTN Xi navigation system is a GPS system with a Satellite Based
Augmentation System (SBAS), comprised of one or more Garmin TSO-C146c
GTN 625Xi, 635Xi, 650Xi, 725Xi, or 750Xi navigator(s) and one or more
Garmin approved GPS/SBAS antenna(s). The GTN navigation system is
installed in accordance with AC 20-138D.

GTN 625Xi

GTN 635Xi

GTN 650Xi

GTN 725Xi

GTN 750Xi
GPS SBAS Navigation (Not approved for IFR
X X X X X
navigation)
VHF Com Radio, 118.00 to 136.990, MHz, 8.33 or 25
X X X
kHz increments
VHF Nav Radio, 108.00 to 117.95 MHz, 50 kHz
X X
increments
LOC and Glideslope non-precision and precision
approach guidance for Cat 1 minimums, 328.6 to 335.4 X X
MHz tuning range
Moving map including topographic, terrain, aviation, and
X X X X X
geopolitical data
Display of datalink weather products, SiriusXM, FIS-B,
X X X X X
Connext (all optional)
Display of terminal procedures data (optional) X X
Display of traffic data, including ADS-B (optional) X X X X X
Display of marker beacon annunciators (optional) X* X* X* X X
Remote audio panel control (optional) X X
Remote transponder control (optional) X X X X X
Remote audio entertainment datalink control (optional) X X X X X
TSO-C194 HTAWS (optional) X X X X X
Supplemental calculators and timers X X X X X
Control of GSR 56 Iridium Satellite Phone and SMS Text X X X X X
Control of Flight Stream 510 (optional) X X X X X
Remote Radio Control (Optional) X X
* Display of marker beacon annunciations on the GTN 6XX is only possible when installed with a
Garmin GMA 350 audio panel.
Table 2 – GTN Functions

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The GPS navigation functions and optional VHF communication and navigation
radio functions are operated by dedicated hard keys, a dual concentric rotary
knob, or the touchscreen.
Active COM Channel Standby COM Channel Active NAV Channel
Volume, Squelch On/Off, Audio Panel Audio Panel Standby NAV Channel
and NAV ID On/Off Controls Controls

Photocell

SD Card

Home Display

Function
Keys

Home Key

Direct-To Key

Large and
Locking Small Knobs
Screw

Annunciations Hints
Figure 1 - GTN 750Xi Control and Display Layout

Volume, Squelch On/Off, Function Home Active COM Standby COM

and NAV ID On/Off Keys Display Channel Channel

Photocell

Home Key
SD Card
Message Direct-To Key
Annunciation
and Key
Large and
Locking Small Knobs
Screw
Annunciations Hints Transponder
Panel Control
Figure 2 - GTN 635Xi/650Xi Control and Display Layout

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1.3 System Capabilities
This Flight Manual Supplement documents the installed capabilities of the GTN
Xi specific to the aircraft for which this manual is created.

NOTE
In sections which contain a square checkbox (□) the installer
will have placed an “X” in the boxes next to the capabilities
applicable to the installation.

The following GTN equipment is installed in this aircraft:

 GTN 750Xi
 GTN 725Xi
 GTN 650Xi
 GTN 635Xi
 GTN 625Xi

The GTN Xi system and associated navigation interface in this aircraft have the
following capabilities, in addition to the core multifunction display capability:

1.3.1 Lighting Controls

For this installation dimming of the GTN is controlled by:
 The GTN photocell.
 The aircraft instrument dimmer switch.

1.3.2 HTAWS and Terrain Alerting

 This installation provides Terrain Proximity. No aural or visual alerts
for terrain or obstacles are provided.
 This installation provides Terrain Alerting. Aural and visual alerts are
provided. Terrain Alerting does not meet the requirements of TSO-
C194.
 This installation includes HTAWS. Aural and visual alerts will be
provided.

1.3.3 Traffic System

This system is configured for the following type of traffic system:
 No traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi.
 A TAS/TCAS I traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi.
 A TIS traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi.
 A TCAD traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi.
 A Garmin ADS-B traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi.
 A Garmin ADS-B traffic system is interfaced to the GTN Xi. The
ADS-B traffic system is also interfaced to an on-board traffic system.

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 1.3.4 Data Links
The GTN Xi is configured for the following type of data links:
 A GDL 69/69A Sirius/XM data link is interfaced to the GTN.
 A GSR 56 Iridium data link is interfaced to the GTN.
 A GDL 88H data link is interfaced to the GTN.
 A GTX 345 data link is interfaced to the GTN.

1.4 Electronic Checklists

The GTN Xi checklist functions are designed to DO-178B software design
assurance level B and support a minor failure classification. While this STC
does not grant operational approval for operators requiring such approval, there
are no limitations precluding operators from obtaining their own operational
approval for the checklist function.

1.5 HTAWS/Terrain Alerting

The GTN Xi provides two types of terrain alerting functionality: a TSO-C194
compliant HTAWS function and a non-TSO-C194 Terrain Alerting function.
HTAWS and Terrain Alerting are functionally equivalent and are both referred
to as HTAWS in this document.

1.6 Definitions
The following terminology is used within this document:
ADF: Automatic Direction Finder
ADS-B: Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast
ATK: Along Track
CDI: Course Deviation Indicator
DME: Distance Measuring Equipment
EFB: Electronic Flight Bag
FPA: Flight Path Angle
FIS-B: Flight Information Services Broadcast
FLTA: Forward-looking Terrain Alerting
GDU: Garmin Display Unit
GMA: Garmin Multimedia Audio
GPA: Glidepath Angle
GPS: Global Positioning System
GTN: Garmin Touchscreen Navigator
HOT: Hazardous Obstacle Transmission wires
HTAWS: Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System
IFR: Instrument Flight Rules
ILS: Instrument Landing System
IMC: Instrument Meteorological Conditions
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 LNAV: Lateral Navigation
LNAV+V: Lateral Navigation with advisory Vertical Guidance
LOC: Localizer
LPV: Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance
MMC: Multi-Media Card
NOTAM: Notice to Air Mission
OBS: Omni Bearing Selector
PED: Portable Electronic Device
RMT: Remote
SAR: Search and Rescue
SBAS: Satellite Based Augmentation System
SD: Secure Digital
SUSP: Suspend
TAS: Traffic Awareness System
TAWS: Terrain Awareness and Warning System
TCAS: Traffic Collision Avoidance System
TCH: Threshold Crossing Height
TFR: Temporary Flight Restriction
TIS: Traffic Information Service
VCO: Voice Call Out
VFR: Visual Flight Rules
VGSI: Visual Glide-Slope Indicator
VHF: Very High Frequency
VLOC: VOR/Localizer
VMC: Visual Meteorological Conditions
VNAV: Vertical Navigation
VOR: VHF Omnidirectional Range
VRP: Visual Reporting Point
XFR: Transfer

NOTE
Except where explicitly stated, references made to the GMA
35 refer to both the GMA 35 and the GMA 35c.

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Section 2. LIMITATIONS
2.1 Kinds of Operation
Equipment installed in a certified rotorcraft is approved for Day/ Night VFR
operations only when appropriately maintained.

2.2 Ground Operations

Using SafeTaxi, Flight Charts, or ChartView functions as the sole basis for
ground maneuvering is prohibited.

2.3 Terrain Display

Rotorcraft maneuvers and navigation shall not be predicated upon the use of the
terrain display.

2.4 H-Terrain FLTA

Inhibiting H-Terrain FLTA alerting or use of RP mode is prohibited if the pilot
cannot maintain visual contact with terrain, obstacles, and wires.

2.5 HTAWS Function (Optional)

Rotorcraft maneuvers and navigation shall not be predicated upon the use of
HTAWS.

Inhibiting HTAWS alerting or use of RP mode is prohibited if the pilot cannot

maintain visual contact with terrain, obstacles, and wires.

2.6 Datalink Weather Display (Optional)

Use of datalink weather information as the sole means for maneuvering in, near,
or around areas of hazardous weather is prohibited.
Use of datalink services as the primary means to provide Temporary Flight
Restriction (TFR) or Notice to Air Mission (NOTAM) information is prohibited.

2.7 Traffic Display (Optional)

Use of traffic display as the sole basis for maneuvering to avoid traffic is
prohibited.

2.8 Demo Mode

Use of Demo mode is prohibited in flight.

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2.9 Database Updates
In-flight database transfers or updates are prohibited unless part of the Database
SYNC function that occurs in the background to move databases from one LRU
to another.

2.10 OBS Mode

Use of OBS mode for flight plan segments greater than 250 NM is prohibited.

2.11 Pilot Headset

The pilot must wear a headset or helmet with integral headset interfaced to the
GTN Xi audio path at all times when HTAWS is installed and provided by the
GTN Xi.

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Section 3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Table of Contents

SECTION PAGE
3.1 Emergency Procedures ................................................................... 9
3.2 Abnormal Procedures ..................................................................... 10
3.2.1 HTAWS WARNING .............................................................. 10
3.2.2 HTAWS CAUTION ............................................................... 10
3.2.3 HTAWS FAIL ........................................................................ 10
3.2.4 LOSS OF GPS/SBAS NAVIGATION DATA ....................... 11
3.2.5 LOSS OF COM RADIO TUNING FUNCTIONS ................. 11
3.2.6 LOSS OF AUDIO PANEL FUNCTIONS (GMA 35 Only) ... 12
3.2.7 DATA SOURCE - HEADING SOURCE INOPERATIVE
OR CONNECTION TO GTN LOST MESSAGE .................. 12
3.2.8 DATA SOURCE – PRESSURE ALTITUDE SOURCE
INOPERATIVE OR CONNECTION TO GTN LOST
MESSAGE .............................................................................. 12
3.2.9 UNRECOVERABLE LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL
GENERATORS OR ALTERNATORS .................................. 12
3.2.10 IN-AIR RESTART OF GTN .................................................. 13
3.2.11 BARO-ALT INPUT FAILURE .............................................. 13
3.2.12 TEMPERATURE INPUT FAILURE ..................................... 13
3.2.13 VEMD FAILURE (if installed) .............................................. 13

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3.1 Emergency Procedures

No change

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3.2 Abnormal Procedures

3.2.1 HTAWS WARNING

Red annunciator and aural “TERRAIN”, “OBSTACLE”, or “WIRE”:
Aircraft Controls ......................................... INITIATE ESCAPE MANUEVER

After Warning Ceases:

Altitude .................................... CLIMB AND MAINTAIN SAFE ALTITUDE
Advise ATC of Altitude Deviation, if appropriate.

NOTE
HTAWS annunciators external to the GTN Xi may not
indicate the exact threat causing the alert. Example: WIRE
alerts may be annunciated as TERR or OBSTACLE on
external devices.

3.2.2 HTAWS CAUTION

Yellow annunciator and aural “TERRAIN”, “OBSTACLE”, or “WIRE”:

VERIFY THE AIRCRAFT FLIGHT PATH

AND CORRECT, IF REQUIRED.

NOTE
HTAWS annunciators external to the GTN Xi may not
indicate the exact threat causing the alert. Example: WIRE
alerts may be annunciated as TERR or OBSTACLE on
external devices.

3.2.3 HTAWS FAIL

If the amber “HTAWS FAIL” or “HTAWS N/A” status annunciator is
displayed, the system will no longer provide HTAWS alerting or display relative
terrain, obstacle, and wire elevations. The crew must operate the aircraft in a
manner to ensure minimum safe terrain and obstacle separation.

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3.2.4 LOSS OF GPS/SBAS NAVIGATION DATA
When the GPS/SBAS receiver is inoperative or GPS navigation information is
not available or invalid, the GTN will enter one of two modes: Dead Reckoning
mode (DR) or Loss of Integrity mode (LOI). The mode is indicated on the GTN
by an amber “DR” or “LOI”.
If the Loss of Integrity annunciation is displayed, revert to an alternate means of
navigation appropriate to the route and phase of flight.
If the Dead Reckoning annunciation is displayed, the map will continue to be
displayed with an amber “DR” overwriting the ownship icon. Course guidance
will be removed on the CDI. Aircraft position will be based upon the last valid
GPS position, then estimated by Dead Reckoning methods. Changes in true
airspeed, altitude, heading, or winds aloft can affect the estimated position
substantially. Dead Reckoning is only available in En Route and Oceanic
modes. Terminal and Approach modes do not support Dead Reckoning.

If Alternate Navigation Sources (ILS, LOC, VOR, DME, ADF) Are

Available:
Navigation ........................................................ USE ALTERNATE SOURCES

NOTE
All information derived from GPS will be removed.

NOTE
The airplane symbol is removed from all maps. The map
will remain centered at the last known position. “NO GPS
POSITION” will be annunciated in the center of the map.

3.2.5 LOSS OF COM RADIO TUNING FUNCTIONS

If alternate COM is available:

Communications ........................................................ USE ALTERNATE COM

If no alternate COM is available:

GTN VOLUME KNOB ....................... PRESS AND HOLD FOR 2 SECONDS
OR COM RMT XFR key (if installed) PRESS AND HOLD FOR 2 SECONDS

NOTE
This procedure will tune the active COM radio the
emergency frequency 121.5, regardless of what frequency is
displayed on the GTN Xi. Certain failures of the tuning
system will automatically tune 121.5 without flight crew
action.

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3.2.6 LOSS OF AUDIO PANEL FUNCTIONS (GMA 35 Only)*
Audio Panel Circuit Breaker ........................................................................ PULL

NOTE
This procedure will force the audio panel into fail safe mode
which provides only the pilot with communications and only
on a single COM radio. If any non GTN 750Xi COM is
installed, communication will be only on that radio. If only
a GTN 750Xi is installed in the aircraft, then the pilot will
have only the GTN 750Xi COM available. No other audio
panel functions including aural alerting and the crew and
passenger intercom will function.

If the audio panel circuit breaker cannot be accessed, then:

Avionics Master ............................................................................................. OFF
NOTE
This procedure will force the audio panel into fail safe mode
which provides only the pilot with communications and only
on a single COM radio not on the avionics master. No other
audio panel functions including the crew and passenger
intercom will function.

3.2.7 DATA SOURCE - HEADING SOURCE INOPERATIVE OR

CONNECTION TO GTN LOST MESSAGE
Without a heading source to the GTN Xi, the following limitations apply:
Map cannot be oriented to Heading Up.
Overlaying traffic data from a TAS/TCAS I or Garmin ADS-B-IN unit
interfaced to an on board traffic system will not be displayed on the main
map display. The flight crew must use the dedicated Traffic page on the
GTN system to display TAS/TCAS I or Garmin ADS-B-IN traffic data.

3.2.8 DATA SOURCE – PRESSURE ALTITUDE SOURCE

INOPERATIVE OR CONNECTION TO GTN LOST MESSAGE
If the GTN Xi is being used to forward pressure altitude to a transponder, the
transponder will not be receiving pressure altitude from the GTN while that
message is present.

3.2.9 UNRECOVERABLE LOSS OF ALL ELECTRICAL

GENERATORS OR ALTERNATORS
Remove power from all equipment which is not necessary for flight, including
GTN #2 (NAV/GPS 2, COM 2).

* Includes GMA 35 and GMA 35c Audio Panels

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3.2.10 IN-AIR RESTART OF GTN
In the event of a GTN Xi restart in the air, the crew should utilize the CANCEL
button if presented with the database update screen after the GTN Xi is restarted.
This will ensure restoration of the navigation functions as soon as possible.

3.2.11 BARO-ALT INPUT FAILURE

Barometric altitude is required for descent VNAV functionality and automatic
sequencing of altitude terminated legs. If the BARO altitude input to the GTN
Xi has failed, enroute barometric VNAV will not be available. The pilot will
also be required to manually sequence any altitude terminated legs.

3.2.12 TEMPERATURE INPUT FAILURE

Temperature input is required for the VNAV Transition to Approach
functionality. In the event of a temperature input failure, VNAV transition to
approach should be disregarded. The crew must ensure that vertical guidance
from descent VNAV to approach guidance is appropriate and that if an autopilot
is in use, the crew intercepts the approach vertical guidance from below.

3.2.13 VEMD FAILURE (if installed)

If one or both VEMD screens fail:
GTN 6XX unit under VEMD
System Messages ......................CHECK FOR FAN FAIL MESSAGE

If FAN FAIL message is present:

GTN 6XX POWER OFF

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Section 4. NORMAL PROCEDURES

The GTN Xi requires a reasonable degree of familiarity to avoid becoming too

engrossed at the expense of basic instrument flying in IMC and basic see-and-
avoid in VMC. Garmin provides training tools with the Pilot’s Guide (refer to
Section 7.1) and PC based simulator. Pilots should take full advantage of these
training tools to enhance system familiarization.

Table of Contents

SECTION PAGE
4.1 Unit Power On ................................................................................ 15
4.2 Before Takeoff ................................................................................ 15
4.3 Telephone & SMS Text (Optional)................................................. 15
4.4 HTAWS Inhibit .............................................................................. 15
4.4.1 Database Conflict Resolution ................................................. 16
4.4.2 Cold Weather Compensation .................................................. 16

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4.1 Unit Power On
Databases ................................................................................ REVIEW DATES
Self-Test.................................... VERIFY OUTPUTS TO NAV INDICATORS
Self-Test – HTAWS Remote Annunciator:
HTAWS (Red) ....................................................................ILLUMINATED
HTAWS (Yellow)............................................................... ILLUMINATED
HTAWS N/A (Yellow) ....................................................... ILLUMINATED
AURAL MESSAGE ..................................................... VERIFY VOLUME
Self-Test – HTAWS Annunciator on G500H or G500H TXi (if installed):
HTAWS TEST ...................................................................ILLUMINATED

4.2 Before Takeoff

System Messages and Annunciators ............................................ CONSIDERED

4.3 Telephone & SMS Text (Optional)

Audio from the GSR 56 Iridium data link is routed through the aircraft’s audio
panel. The primary indications of an incoming phone call or SMS text are the
visual indications on the GTN.

4.4 HTAWS Inhibit

The HTAWS functions may be inhibited to prevent alerting, if desired. Refer to
GTN Cockpit Reference Guide for additional information. When HTAWS is
inhibited, all HTAWS aural and visual alerting is suppressed, but VCOs remain
available. HTAWS shall be only inhibited when in visual contact with terrain
and when the pilot can be assured of maintaining clearance from terrain and
obstacles.
To Inhibit HTAWS:
Home hard key........................................................................................... PRESS
Terrain button ............................................................................................ PRESS
Menu button ............................................................................................... PRESS
HTAWS Inhibit button ..................................................PRESS TO ACTIVATE

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4.4.1 Database Conflict Resolution
When a conflict occurs between databases on different GTNs that are utilizing
Database SYNC the pilot should resolve that conflict by pressing the “Resolve
Conflict” button on the GTN that has the desired databases. This would be the
GTN with the newest database on the SD card or Flight Stream 510. After
initiating the conflict resolution, the pilot can view the SYNC status of the
database on the other GTN by viewing the System -> Standby Database page.
Once the database SYNC is complete, the receiving GTN must be restarted to
install the new database and complete the conflict resolution process.

NOTE
The databases on the receiving LRU will be overwritten by
the databases from the LRU from which the “Resolve
Conflicts” action was initiated.

4.4.2 Cold Weather Compensation

The GTN Xi can compute altitudes for cold weather compensation for
applicable IFR approaches. If the instrument approach chart requires
temperature compensation, the pilot should enter the destination airport
temperature into the GTN Xi. Approach altitudes provided on the map and flight
plan are adjusted based on the pilot entered temperature and the altitudes on the
Flight Plan page are appended with a snowflake icon.

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Section 5. PERFORMANCE

No change.

Section 6. WEIGHT AND BALANCE

See current weight and balance data.

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Section 7. SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS

7.1 Pilot’s Guide

The Garmin GTN Xi Series Pilot’s Guide, part number and revision listed
below, contain additional information regarding GTN system description,
control and function. The Pilot’s Guide does not need to be immediately
available to the flight crew.

GTN Xi Series Pilot’s Guide P/N 190-02327-03 Rev E or later

Refer to the GTN Xi Pilot’s Guide for a complete list of advisory system
messages and corrective actions. This includes all GPS operations, VHF
communication and navigation, traffic, data linked weather, HTAWS, and
Multi-Function Display information.

7.2 Glove Use / Covered Fingers

No device may be used to cover fingers used to operate the GTN Xi unless the
Glove Qualification Procedure located in the GTN Xi Series Pilot’s Guide has
been successfully completed. The Glove Qualification Procedure is specific to a
pilot / glove / GTN 725Xi, 750Xi or GTN 625Xi, 635Xi, 650Xi combinations.

7.3 Portable Electronic Devices

This STC does not relieve the operator from complying with the requirements of
91.21 or any other operational regulation regarding portable electronic devices.

The Flight Stream interface and data provided to a portable electronic device is
not approved to replace any aircraft display equipment, including navigation or
traffic/weather display equipment.

7.4 Power
• Power to the GTN Xi is provided through a circuit breaker labeled
“GPS” or “GPS/NAV”. If the circuit breaker is not readily accessible to
the pilot while in the normal seated position, power is provided through
a dedicated switch labeled “GPS” or “GPS/NAV”. In this case, power
can be provided to the GTN Xi through the Avionics Master switch if
the navigator is connected to the avionics bus. If more than one GPS or
NAV is installed, then the label will have a 1 or 2 to designate the unit
receiving power.
• Power to the optional GTN COM is provided through a circuit breaker
labeled “COM”. If more than one COM is installed, then the label will
also have a number to designate the unit receiving power.
• Power to the optional GMA 35 is provided through a circuit breaker
labeled “AUDIO”. If the circuit breaker is not readily accessible to the
pilot while in the normal seated position, power is provided through the
Avionics Master switch.
• Power to the optional Flight Stream 510 is provided through the GTN
Xi MMC/SD slot and protected via the GTN Xi circuit breaker.

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7.5 Lighting Controls
Control of the GTN backlight and bezel may be provided by either the built-in
photocell or via the aircraft instrument dimmer switch (refer to Section 1.3.1).
If installed, the external HTAWS annunciators are connected to the dimmer bus
in the same manner as the aircraft annunciators, or, if no dimmer bus is installed,
are dimmed via a dedicated HTAWS bright/dim switch. The HTAWS WARN/
CAUTION annunciator can be operated at two fixed brightness levels as
controlled by the aircraft BRIGHT/DIM switch. The HTAWS availability
annunciator is controlled by the aircraft instrument dimmer switch.

7.6 External Switches

External switches may be installed and interfaced to the GTN Xi. These
switches may be stand alone or integrated with an HTAWS or GPS annunciator.
Table 3 lists the switches and function they perform:

Switch Label Function

BRIGHT/DIM Sets the brightness of the HTAWS N/A
annunciator appropriate to day or night
conditions
CDI Toggles between GPS / VLOC sources. This
switch may be part of an external annunciator
panel.
COM CHAN DN Toggles down through the preset com
frequencies.
COM CHAN UP Toggles up through the preset com frequencies.
COM RMT XFR Transfers the COM active / standby frequencies.
DAY/NIGHT Sets the GTN Xi lighting curves to either Day or
Night settings.
HTAWS ALERT Press to mute an active HTAWS Caution when in
ACK Normal mode or muffle an active warning for 10
seconds when in RP mode.
MOT Press to create a user waypoint at the present
position.
NAV RMT XFR Transfers the NAV active / standby frequencies.
OBS Performs an OBS or SUSP function. This switch
is part of an external annunciator panel and is
placarded with the following: “Green OBS
indicates OBS or SUSP mode – GTN Xi
annunciator bar indicates which is active. Push
OBS button to change OBS or SUSP mode.”
OBS/SUSP Performs an OBS or SUSP function.
PTT Press and hold to transmit on the selected COM.
RP MODE Toggles the Reduced Protection Mode function
on/off.
Table 3 – External Switches

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7.7 Knob Page Navigation
Knob page navigation is a feature which allows quick navigation to select pages
using the dual concentric knob. This feature is similar to the page navigation on
Garmin G500/G600 TXi displays. Pages shown in the knob control menu can be
customized from the “Page Shortcuts” menu found on the System page.
Switching between knob page control and radio tuning is accomplished by
pressing the dual concentric knob.

7.8 Terrain Proximity

Terrain Proximity refers to the display of terrain information and comprises of a
two-dimensional picture of the surrounding terrain and obstacles relative to the
position and altitude of the rotorcraft; however, it does not provide any alerts.
Relative terrain elevation is depicted using a five-color scale in which terrain
that is at or above the helicopter’s current altitude is depicted in orange and red,
while terrain within 250 feet of the helicopter’s current altitude is shown in
yellow.
Obstacles (including wire segments) on the dedicated Terrain page or main map
are depicted in the following manner:
• Lines and obstacles more than 500 feet below the helicopter are not
depicted.
• Lines and obstacles between 500 feet and 250 feet below the helicopter
are depicted as white.
• Lines and obstacles between 250 feet below and at the same GPS
altitude of the helicopter are depicted as amber.
• Lines and obstacles at the same altitude or above the helicopter are
depicted as red.
CAUTION
Due to the length of wires and removal of any line more than
500 feet below the aircraft, it is expected that long wires will
appear/disappear in segments as the aircraft transitions
above/below a relative altitude of 500 feet above the wire.

The Terrain page scale depicts the terrain scale but does not depict the obstacle
scale.
CAUTION
Not all obstacles and wires are contained in the Obstacle/HOT
database. The system provides depiction only for obstacles
and wires contained in the database. Alerts are only provided
for obstacles and wires contained in the database if HTAWS is
installed.

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 NOTE
Terrain Proximity and HTAWS are separate features. If
“HTAWS” is shown on the bottom-right of the dedicated
Terrain page, then HTAWS is installed.

Multiple obstacles may be depicted using a single obstacle icon and an asterisk
to indicate obstacle grouping is occurring. The color of the asterisk indicates the
relative altitude of the tallest obstacle in the group. The asterisk does not
indicate any information about the relative altitude or number of obstacles not
being displayed in the group.
The Garmin GTN Xi Series Pilot’s Guide provides additional information
regarding terrain and obstacle colors and grouped obstacle icons.

7.9 HTAWS and Terrain Alerting

The GTN Xi can include an optional Helicopter Terrain Awareness and
Warning System (HTAWS) that includes visual depictions of terrain and
obstacles relative to helicopter altitude as well as visual and aural alerts if terrain
or obstacles are a threat to the safe flight of the helicopter. The GTN Xi can also
provide Terrain Proximity without alerts or Terrain Alerting with alerts. Refer to
Section 1.3.2 for information about this specific installation.
HTAWS is an alerting system. The system does not guarantee successful
recovery from a conflict due to factors such as pilot response, aircraft
performance, and database limitations. No standardized recovery technique is
defined as recovery maneuvers may vary. HTAWS protection is provided at
groundspeeds above 30 knots.
The Obstacle database contains only KNOWN obstacles and wires and does not
contain ALL existing obstacles or wires that may pose a threat to the helicopter.
HTAWS aurals may be selected to be in Male or Female voice. Selecting the
voice gender is accomplished using Audio button under the Systems page.
HTAWS also includes pilot selectable Voice Callouts (VCOs) of helicopter
height above terrain from 500 feet AGL to the surface.
If HTAWS is not installed, then the GTN Xi will provide Terrain Proximity
functions that only provide visual depictions of terrain and obstacles on the Map
page but provides no alerting or VCOs.

7.9.1 Terrain and Obstacle Depiction

Terrain and obstacle elevations relative to aircraft altitude are depicted on the
Terrain page and may also be selected by the pilot for display on the Map page.
Refer to Sections 7.8 and 7.10 for additional information on terrain, obstacle,
and wire depiction.

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 7.9.2 HTAWS Normal Mode
The GTN Xi will power on with HTAWS in Normal mode. Normal mode
provides for separation from terrain and obstacles appropriate for en route,
night, and operations where the pilot is not in visual contact with terrain.

7.9.3 HTAWS Reduced Protection Mode

The RP mode menu selection on the Terrain page is used to activate the
Reduced Protection (RP) functionality. RP mode reduces alerting thresholds and
suppresses aural and visual cautions to allow operation in closer proximity to
terrain, obstacles, and wires while continuing to provide protection from terrain,
obstacles, and wires. An optional RP MODE external switch installation on the
instrument panel or avionics console is allowed to toggle Reduced Protection
mode in the same manner as using the Terrain Menu selection.

7.9.4 HTAWS Inhibit

The Inhibit menu on the Terrain page is used to inhibit visual and aural
HTAWS terrain, obstacle, and wire alerts. VCOs will still be provided. HTAWS
shall only be inhibited if the pilot is certain of the ability to maintain separation
from terrain and obstacles.
NOTE
Operators wishing to intentionally fly beneath wires without
creating wire alerts must inhibit HTAWS.

7.9.5 HTAWS Test

The HTAWS Test menu selection on the Terrain page is used to activate a
manual test that verifies proper operation of the aural and visual annunciations
of the system. The aural message “HTAWS System Test, OK” is played if the
system passes the test; if the system fails the test, “HTAWS System Failure” is
played. HTAWS test is only available while on the ground.

7.9.6 Voice Call Outs

Voice callouts (VCOs) provide voice annunciation of the aircraft height above
terrain when that altitude is descended through. VCOs may be enabled by the
pilot in 100-foot increments from 500 feet above ground level to the surface. If a
radar altimeter is interfaced with the GTN Xi, then VCOs are provided based on
radar altitude and an additional VCO is provided at 50 feet above ground. If no
radar altimeter is interfaced with the GTN Xi, then VCOs are provided based on
GPS altitude above terrain and no 50-foot call is available. Selecting the altitude
above ground at which VCOs begin is accomplished using the Audio button
under the Systems page.

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 7.9.7 Alert Acknowledge
The Alert Acknowledge function is used to mute an active HTAWS Caution or
Warning when operating in RP mode to muffle an active HTAWS warning.
Muting of a Caution will last for the duration of the caution alert. Muffling of an
RP mode warning will last 10 seconds at which time the pilot may elect to
re-muffle the alert.

7.9.8 HTAWS Annunciators

When HTAWS is installed, HTAWS mode and status annunciations are
provided at the lower-left corner of the HTAWS enabled GTN Xi unit.
If an optional G500H or G500H TXi system is installed in the helicopter, then
all HTAWS mode and status annunciators from the GTN Xi will be provided on
the primary flight display of the G500H or G500H TXi.

If no G500H or G500H TXi system is installed, then two HTAWS mode and
status annunciators from the GTN will be installed in the eyebrow panel
adjacent to the aircraft annunciator panel. One annunciator provides visual alerts
for HTAWS warning (red) and caution (yellow) conditions. The second
annunciator indicates whether HTAWS protection is being provided by means
of a dual color HTAWS N/A indication. When “HTAWS N/A” is illuminated in
amber, HTAWS protection is not being provided as the result of either a system
failure or loss of a required input. When “HTAWS N/A” is illuminated in white,
HTAWS protection is not being provided as the result of either automatic
inhibiting below 30 knots groundspeed or pilot inhibiting of HTAWS alerting.

7.10 Depiction of Obstacles and Wires

7.10.1 Dedicated Terrain Page

The dedicated Terrain page will always depict point obstacles at zoom scales of
10 nm or less and depict wire obstacles at zoom scales of 5 nm or less. The
obstacle or wire overlay icon (see Figure 3) will be shown near the bottom of the
display when the obstacle or wire depiction is active based on the zoom scale.

NOTE
Only obstacles and wires within 500 feet vertically of the
aircraft will be drawn on the Terrain page. It is therefore
possible to have an obstacle or wire overlay icon displayed
with no obstacles or wires being depicted on the display.

Figure 3 – Obstacle Overlay Icon (Left), Wire Overlay Icon (Right)

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 7.10.2 Map Page
The Map page may be configured to depict point obstacles and wire obstacles at
various zoom scales by the pilot by using the Map page menu. The obstacle or
wire overlay icon (see Figure 4) will be shown near the bottom of the display
when the obstacle or wire overlay is active based on the current zoom scale and
setting selected by the pilot.

The settings chosen by the pilot on the Map page menu (including obstacle and
wire display ranges) are saved over a power cycle.

NOTE
Only obstacles and wires within 500 feet vertically of the
aircraft will be drawn on the Map page. It is therefore
possible to have an obstacle or wire overlay icon displayed
with no obstacles or wires being depicted on the display.

NOTE
The Map page may be configured by the pilot to not show
any obstacles or wires at any zoom scale.

Figure 4 – Obstacle Overlay Icon (Left), Wire Overlay Icon (Right)

7.11 Airspace Depiction and Alerts
The GTN Xi aides the flight crew in avoiding certain airspaces with Smart
Airspace and airspace alerts. Smart Airspace de-emphasizes depicted airspace
that is not near the aircraft’s current altitude. Airspace Alerts provide a message
indication to the flight crew when the aircraft’s current ground track will
intercept an airspace type that has been selected for alerting.

NOTE
Smart Airspace and Airspace Alerts are separate features.
Turning on/off Smart Airspace does not affect Airspace
Alerts, and vice versa.

7.12 Charts (Optional)

The GTN 750Xi/725Xi can display both procedure charts and weather data on
the main Map page at the same time. When datalink NEXRAD or Precipitation
is overlaid on the main Map page, the weather data is displayed below an
overlaid procedure chart.
The Chart page MENU button provides the option to invert chart colors. It is
recommended that the pilot invert chart colors during night operations to
minimize light emitted from the GTN and minimize interference with night
vision.

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7.13 Map Page

7.13.1 Configuration
The moving map and weather pages are capable of displaying a large quantity
and variety of data. Map data is layered to ensure that data which is typically
more critical is drawn above less critical data, however at some zoom scales and
configurations the map may be cluttered with large amounts of data. Controls
are provided on the Map and Weather pages for the pilot to select which data
displayed, the declutter level, and the zoom scales at which data is added to or
removed from the display. It is the responsibility of the pilot to select settings
for the Map page that will provide the display of data most appropriate to the
operation being conducted.

7.13.2 Map Orientation

The Map and Weather pages on the GTN can be selected by the pilot to be
oriented Heading Up, Track Up, or North Up. When installed in an aircraft with
a heading source the Heading Up orientation will be available and is
recommended for use. When installed in an aircraft without a heading source, or
if Track Up orientation is selected, the maps will be oriented as follows:
• Until a valid track is acquired after start-up, the track defaults to 360.
• When groundspeed is less than 5 knots, the ownship icon is shown as a
non-directional icon and the map orientation is latched at the last valid
track.
• When groundspeed is between 5 and 10 knots, the ownship icon is
shown as a non-directional icon and the map orientation is oriented to
the current track.
• When groundspeed is in excess of 10 knots, the ownship icon is a
directional icon oriented to track and the map is oriented to track.
The Terrain page will default to a Heading Up orientation if a heading data
source is installed or will orient to Track Up if no heading data is available.
When oriented to Track Up, the Terrain page operation is the same as
previously described. When below 10 knots groundspeed and Track Up, the
Terrain page cannot be selected to Arc View.

7.13.3 Flight Plan Depiction

The Map page depicts the current active flight plan. When an off-route Direct
To is active the flight plan will no longer be depicted on the map.

7.13.4 Fuel Planning Page

The Fuel Planning page uses Fuel on Board or Fuel Flow as received from an
onboard fuel totalizer, as entered by the pilot at system start-up, or as entered by
the pilot when on the Fuel Planning page. This is not a direct indication of actual
Aircraft Fuel Flow or Fuel on Board and those values are only used for the Fuel
Planning page. The fuel required to destination is only a calculated and
predicted value based on the data entered into the planner. It is not a direct
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indication of how much fuel the aircraft will have upon reaching the destination.
Some approach leg types will result in the fuel burn incorrectly calculated as
zero, which will be evident when a zero value is shown for the fuel burn for a
leg.

7.13.5 Fuel Range Ring

The fuel range rings displayed on the moving map are intended for situational
awareness and do not represent a direct indication of endurance or fuel
remaining. The distance between the segmented green reserve ring and the
yellow zero fuel ring is 45 minutes at the current aircraft groundspeed by
default. The pilot may change the fuel reserve time value on the map setup
menu. Changes to the fuel reserve time are persisted over GTN Xi power cycles.

Visibility of the fuel range ring may be affected by the underlying map data
selectable by the pilot. The pilot may make changes to the topographic or terrain
data in order or more clearly observe the fuel range ring at any time.

Fuel range data is derived from the interfaced fuel totalizer data. Data entered in
the Fuel Planning pages will not update the fuel range ring.

7.14 Times and Distances

Time and Distance data to the next waypoint is always calculated from the
present position to that waypoint and does not account for the path which may
be flown (such as intercepting a course) to reach the waypoint.

When navigating using GPS guidance most legs are TO type legs where distance
to the next waypoint decreases along the route. However, some procedures
include FROM type legs. When navigating on a leg that is a FROM leg
indications that it is a FROM leg include the TO/FROM flag indicating FROM
and distances increasing in distance fields.

7.15 GTN Xi-GTN (Xi) Crossfill

Specific data will sync between GTNs when installed in a dual GTN
configuration. If data is not included in this list, it is not crossfilled. The
following data will crossfill between the two GTNs with CROSSFILL ON or
OFF:

• User Waypoints
• FPL Catalog
• Traffic Alerts
• Missed Approach Popups
• Altitude Leg Popups
• Heading
• Date/Time Conventions
• CDI Scale
• Default FPA
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The following unit changes will crossfill:

• Temperature
• NAV Angle
• Fuel

The following items are crossfilled only when the GTNs are set to
CROSSFILL ON:

• User Holds
• Approaches
• Flight Plan Changes
• Direct-To
• Selected OBS Course Changes

7.16 Direct-To Operations

When conducting Direct-To operations the Flight Plan tab provides a list of
waypoints in the flight plan for which Direct-To is available. Some entries in
the flight plan such as Holds and Course Reversals are not eligible for Direct-To
and the pilot must instead select the associated waypoint if Direct-To operation
is desired.

7.17 European Visual Reporting Points

If the GTN Xi is interfaced with a G500H or G500H TXi PFD/MFD, and a
flight plan in the GTN Xi contains a VRP, the G500H or G500H TXi must have
a database that contains the VRP in order to appropriately display the VRP on
the MFD map. If the database on the PFD/MFD does not contain the VRP, the
VRP will display on the MFD map as an intersection.

7.18 Advisory Visual Approaches

The GTN Xi will provide advisory visual approaches to many runways in the
aviation database. Lateral guidance for the visual approach is aligned with the
runway bearing. Vertical guidance is provided for those runways with VGSI
information for distances up to 4.0NM from the runway. If a terrain database is
installed in the GTN Xi, the GTN Xi provides vertical guidance up to 28NM
from the runway end unless the computed glideslope would impact terrain or
obstacles from the database. If the projected impact point is under 28NM and
greater than 4NM, the flight plan line for the approach is shortened to indicate
where vertical guidance is active for the approach. If the terrain impact point is
less than 4NM from the runway and there is no VGSI data available, vertical
guidance is not provided for that approach. Lateral guidance is still available
when vertical guidance is removed.

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CDI and VDI indications are equivalent to those of other GPS-based approaches
(e.g.- LPV or LNAV+V). The GTN Xi annunciates “VISUAL” in the
annunciator bar to indicate a visual approach is active.

When loading, or activating the approach, the GPA and TCH information for
that approach will be displayed on a popup. If there is no vertical guidance
available, the popup will display “(NO VERTICAL GUIDANCE)”.

Visual approaches are intended to be used as an aid to situational awareness.

Visual approaches are advisory in nature and do not guarantee terrain and
obstacle clearance for the approach runway.

NOTE
Advisory visual approaches are not available to heliports.

7.19 Descent VNAV

The GTN Xi can provide multi-waypoint descent baro-VNAV guidance for the
enroute and initial approach phases of flight. Altitudes associated with
instrument procedures are retrieved from the navigation database when the
procedure is added to the flight plan.
Altitudes in cyan on the GTN Xi are valid VNAV guidance waypoints and the
GTN Xi will provide vertical guidance based on the displayed altitude
constraints and default flight path angle (FPA). Altitude colored white are
advisory only.

The following are recommendations for using descent VNAV:

• The pilot should verify all altitudes for procedures after loading the
procedure into the flight plan.
• When the GTN Xi is installed with a multiple TXi PFDs, it is highly
recommended that GDU BARO SYNC be enabled and used during all
VNAV operations.

In aircraft where there are multiple GDUs and two GTNs, VNAV will use the
barometer setting from the pilot’s side GDU for both GTNs. In the event the
pilot’s side GDU has failed, the GTNs will use the co-pilot’s GDU barometer
setting.

Descent VNAV is limited to flight path angles (FPA) of -6° or less, and vertical
speed required of no less than -4000 fpm. If a flight plan change is made during
a VNAV descent, VNAV will be recalculated and could result in active VNAV
path changes. If the current VNAV FPA is less than -1°, a new VNAV path may
be computed during a flight plan change and result in a new Top of Descent
point. This can also occur during VNAV Direct-To operations.

VNAV constraints are not allowed inside the FAF. VNAV altitudes are not
saved in the flight plan catalog.
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When VNAV is disabled by the pilot, it will be automatically re-enabled when
the pilot initiates a lateral Direct-To to a waypoint.

7.20 Waypoints
7.20.1 User Defined Waypoints
When a User Defined Waypoint is created, a default name will automatically be
provided, and the pilot is given the option to enter a different name for the
waypoint. Pages which have the autofill function will prevent some waypoint
names from being used. If it is desired to name the waypoint with a subset of
the name of an existing waypoint in the database then this must be accomplished
on the Waypoint Info / User Waypoints page.

Waypoints which are created when a Search and Rescue pattern is created are
not considered User Waypoints and therefore functions associated with User
Waypoints are not provided for these waypoints.

7.21 Along Track Waypoints

The GTN Xi allows for the creation of flight plan waypoints that are based off
an offset distance from a waypoint in the flight and places the new along track
waypoint (ATK) in the flight plan. Once placed in the flight plan, the pilot may
navigate using that waypoint in the same manner as other flight plan waypoints.

Along track waypoints cannot be created on a Vectors to Final (VTF) approach

and are limited to the lateral constraints of the flight plan. This means that the
pilot cannot place an ATK before the first waypoint of a flight plan or after the
last waypoint of a flight plan.

ATKs are fixed once placed and will not move if the referenced waypoint is
changed or removed from the flight plan. ATKs are not saved in the flight plan
catalog. ATKs cannot reference another ATK in the flight plan.

7.22 System Databases

7.22.1 Database Provided Altitudes

When the GTN Xi provides altitude data for waypoints included in IFR
procedures, the altitudes provided are those shown on the procedure chart for
“Turbojet” or “Jet” aircraft. If altitudes for other aircraft such as “Turboprop” or
“Prop” are required, the crew must manually edit the waypoint altitude.

7.22.2 Databases and Flight Plan Waypoints/Procedures

Database versions (or cycles) and effective dates are displayed on the start-up
database verification page immediately after power-on for those databases with
an effective or expiration date. Databases with no effective or expiration date
(e.g. - terrain database) are considered effective upon installation in the GTN Xi.
Database information can also be viewed on the System – System Status page.

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HTAWS terrain databases are regionalized. When operating out of the terrain
coverage area, HTAWS protection will be unavailable and will be indicated by
an HTAWS N/A annunciator, blue cross hatching the terrain map, and aural
“HTAWS NOT AVAILABLE” message. The coverage area for the terrain
database can be determined by the name of the database and the coverage table
provided in the GTN Xi Pilot’s Guide. The Obstacle database coverage area
includes the United States, Canada, and Europe and is updated as frequently as
every 56 days. Obstacle databases that contain wire or HOT lines cover known
lines in the continental United States and parts of Canada and Mexico.

If a stored flight plan contains a waypoint or procedure that does not correspond
to a waypoint or procedure in the navigation database in use, the waypoint or
procedure will become locked (depicted as “lockd”) in the flight plan. Flight
plans with locked waypoints may be placed in the active flight plan portion of
the system but no navigation will be provided. The locked waypoint/procedure
must be resolved by removing or replacing it with the correct
waypoint/procedures in the flight plan before the system will provide
navigation.

7.22.3 Charts Database (Dual GTN7XX and TXi GDU)

When the rotorcraft installation includes 2 GTNs capable of displaying charts
(GTN 725, 725Xi, 750, or 750Xi) and crossfill is enabled between the GTNs,
the GTNs must have identical charts types (ChartView or FliteCharts) and charts
cycles installed. Failure to have identical charts could affect the chart lookup
features and automatic chart selection.

Additionally, when the GTN Xi and TXi are installed in the same cockpit, it is
required that the GTN Xi and TXi have the same chart types and cycles to
ensure appropriate lookup and chart syncing/streaming functionality. If Chart
Streaming or Database Sync functions are disabled, this limitation does not
apply.

7.23 Garmin ADS-B Traffic System Interface (Optional)

A Garmin ADS-B traffic system may be interfaced to the GTN Xi. The nose of
the ownship symbol on both the GTN Xi main Map page and dedicated Traffic
page serves as the actual location of your aircraft. The center of the traffic target
icon serves as the reported location for the target aircraft. Motion vectors for
traffic may be displayed in either absolute or relative motion. The location of the
traffic targets relative to the ownship are the same, regardless of the selected
motion vector.

Absolute motion vectors are colored either cyan or white, depending on unit
configuration. Absolute motion vectors depict the reported track of the traffic
target referenced to the ground. An absolute motion vector pointed towards your
ownship symbol does not necessarily mean the traffic target is getting closer to
your aircraft.
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Relative motion vectors are always colored green and depict the motion of the
traffic target relative to your ownship symbol. The direction the traffic target is
pointed may vary greatly from the motion vector and a target may be getting
closer to your aircraft independent of the direction the target is pointed. A green
relative motion vector pointed towards your ownship indicates that the traffic
target is converging on your aircraft.

If more than one target is occupying the same area of the screen, the GTN Xi
will combine the two or more traffic targets into one traffic group. The presence
of an asterisk to the left of a target indicates that traffic has been grouped. The
highest priority traffic target in the group is displayed to the pilot. When applied
to airborne targets the asterisk will be displayed in white or cyan depending on
the traffic depiction color used in the installation. The asterisk will be brown for
grouped ground targets. The asterisk will not turn amber, even if an alerted
target is included in the group.

An alerted target may be placed in the same group as non-alerted targets. In this
case, the alerted target will be displayed. Two alerted targets will not be placed
in the same group. All alerted targets will be displayed on the screen.

Traffic targets displayed on the dedicated Traffic page may be selected in order
to obtain additional information about a traffic target or to view all targets in a
grouped target. When a grouped target is selected, the “Next” button on the
dedicated Traffic page will cycle through all targets located in close proximity
to where the screen has been touched.

7.24 Remote Radio Control (Optional)

Remote radio control is a feature which allows each GTN in a dual-GTN
installation to control all GTN communication and navigation radios. The
feature adds a radios page which can be accessed via a user field or via the menu
bar when a radio frequency keyboard is selected. If the user selects “Local and
Remote” for Knob Control Radios in the System > Setup > COM/NAV menu,
all GTN radios will be accessible by pressing the dual concentric knob to cycle
through each radio.

The pilot can send frequencies from Airport and waypoint information pages
directly to either of the communication or navigation radios.
7.25 Transponder Control (Optional)
The GTN Xi can be interfaced to a Garmin transponder for control and display
of squawk code, mode, and additional transponder functions. The activation of
the “Enable ES” button on the Transponder page does not indicate the aircraft is
in full compliance with an ADS-B Out solution in accordance with TSO-C166b
(1090ES). Consult your transponder documentation for additional information.

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7.26 GMA 35/35c Audio Panel (Optional)
The GTN 725Xi and 750Xi can interface to a GMA 35/35c remotely mounted
audio panel and marker beacon receiver. Controls for listening to various radios,
activating the cabin speaker, clearance playback control, and marker beacon are
accessed by pressing the “Audio Panel” button on the GTN display screen.
Optional Bluetooth pairing functionality can be accessed from the associated
System- Connext Setup page (GMA 35c only). Volume controls for the audio
panel are accessed by pressing the “Intercom” button on the GTN Xi display
screen.

Aircraft alerting audio may be routed through the GMA 35/35c audio panel.
There are no pilot controls for alert audio volumes. In the event of a loss of
GMA35/35c function alert audio routed through the audio panel may not be
heard.

If an optional GSR 56 is installed, when an incoming phone call is received, it is

necessary to turn on the telephone audio to desired recipients. Press the
Intercom button on the GTN display screen, then press the Telephone button,
and then press the buttons for those who will participate in the call. Telephone
volume can be adjusted using the controls on this page. Upon completion of the
call, turn off the telephone audio by pressing the Intercom button on the GTN
display screen, then pressing the Telephone button, and then turning off each
participant. Telephone volume settings control both the in-call volume as well as
the ringer volume.
The GMA 35 can operate in split mode, which allows the pilot to communicate
on one COM while the co-pilot simultaneously communicates on a second
COM. When split mode is activated, intercom distribution between pilot,
co-pilot, and passengers is turned off. Upon exiting split mode, intercom
distribution is restored to the settings active prior to entering split mode.

7.27 Telephone Audio (Optional)

Telephone audio distribution to the crew defaults to OFF on each power cycle of
the GTN Xi. Prior to utilizing the telephone function, the crew must distribute
telephone audio to the desired recipients. If the crew is utilizing the telephone
function it is required that the telephone audio be turned off upon completing
telephone usage.

7.28 Flight Stream 510 (Optional)

The Flight Stream product line uses a wireless transceiver to provide data to and
from a GTN Xi to personal electronic devices (PEDs).

The Flight Stream 510 is mounted in the GTN Xi SD card slot and includes a
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi transceiver.

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Data such as traffic, flight plan, datalink weather, entertainment audio
information, and attitude information is sent from the Flight Stream to the PED.
The PED is capable of sending flight plans and databases to the Flight Stream
which will then be available on the GTN Xi. Limitations regarding database
operations are found in Section 2.9.

Garmin provides a list of tested and compatible devices that can be used with the
Flight Stream. Connection to the Flight Stream may be possible with devices
other than those on the supported device list, but Bluetooth® and/or Wi-Fi
stability and wireless data integrity cannot be guaranteed.

For details about the Garmin supported devices and apps for use with the Flight
Stream product line, please visit: https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/155337.

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