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model: 760

Pilot's Guide
OVERVIEW

NAVIGATION

FLIGHT PLANNING

HAZARD AVOIDANCE

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

APPENDICES

INDEX
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Warnings, Cautions & Notes

WARNING: When installing the aera 760™, place the unit so it does not
obstruct the field of view or interfere with operating controls.

WARNING: The indicators represented on the Panel are based on GPS-derived

data and may differ from the instruments in the aircraft.

WARNING: Navigation and terrain separation must NOT be predicated upon

the use of the terrain function. The aera 760 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 altitude calculated by the GPS and GLONASS receivers is

geometric height above Mean Sea Level and could vary significantly from
the altitude displayed by pressure altimeters.

WARNING: Do not use outdated database information. Databases used in the

aera 760 system must be updated regularly in order to ensure the information
remains current. Pilots using any outdated database do so entirely at their
own risk.

WARNING: Do not use data link weather information for maneuvering in,
near, or around areas of hazardous weather. Information contained within
data link weather products may not accurately depict current weather
conditions.

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WARNING: Do not use the indicated data link weather product age to
determine the age of the weather information shown by the data link weather
product. Due to time delays inherent in gathering and processing weather
data for data link transmission, the weather information shown by the data
link weather product may be significantly older than the indicated weather
product age.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of unsafe operation, carefully review and

understand all aspects of the aera 760 Pilot’s Guide documentation and
the Pilot’s Operating Handbook of the aircraft. Thoroughly practice basic
operation prior to actual use. During flight operations, carefully compare
indications from the aera 760 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.

WARNING: The Garmin aera 760 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 aera 760. 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.

WARNING: For safety reasons, aera 760 operational procedures must be

learned on the ground.

WARNING: The government entities operating the satellite-based navigation

systems (GPS/GLONASS) are solely responsible for their accuracy and
maintenance. The satellite-based navigation systems are subject to changes
which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS/GLONASS
equipment. Portions of the system utilize GPS/GLONASS as a precision
electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID). Therefore, as with all NAVAIDs,
information presented by the system can be misused or misinterpreted and,
therefore, become unsafe.

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WARNING: The data contained in the terrain and obstacle databases comes
from government agencies. Garmin accurately processes and cross-validates
the data, but cannot guarantee the accuracy and completeness of the data.

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.

WARNING: Do not rely solely upon the display of traffic information for col-
lision avoidance maneuvering. The traffic display does not provide collision
avoidance resolution advisories and does not, under any circumstances or
conditions, relieve the pilot’s responsibility to see and avoid other aircraft.

WARNING: Do not rely solely upon the display of traffic information to

accurately depict all of the traffic within range of the aircraft. Due to lack
of equipment, poor signal reception, and/or inaccurate information from
aircraft or ground stations, traffic may be present that is not represented on
the display.

WARNING: This product is not an approved navigator for IFR procedures or

flight, and should only be used to aid situational awareness in conjunction
with installed, IFR certified navigation sources in the aircraft.

CAUTION: The display uses a lens coated with a special coating that is very
sensitive to abrasive cleaners. AVOID CHEMICAL CLEANERS AND SOLVENTS
THAT WILL HARM THE SPECIAL COATING. It is very important when cleaning
the touchscreen to use a clean, lint-free cloth (lightly dampened with water,
if necessary).

CAUTION: The Garmin aera 760 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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 Warnings, Cautions & Notes

NOTE: All visual depictions contained within this document, including screen
images of the aera 760 panel and displays, are subject to change and may not
reflect the most current aera 760 system and aviation databases. Depictions
of equipment may differ slightly from the actual equipment.

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. For questions or additional information, please refer to our web site at
www.garmin.com/prop65.

NOTE: Use of polarized eyewear may cause the display to appear dim or
blank.

NOTE: Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) data is provided by the FAA and
may not be updated outside of normal business hours. Confirm data currency
through alternate sources and contact the local FSS for interpretation of TFR
data.

NOTE: The navigation databases used in Garmin navigation systems contain

Special Procedures. Prior to flying these procedures, pilots must have specific
FAA authorization, training, and possession of the corresponding current,
and legitimately-sourced chart (approach plate, etc.…). Inclusion of the
Special Procedure in the navigation database DOES NOT imply specific FAA
authorization to fly the procedure.

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 Part Number Change Summary
190-02674-00 Initial release

Rev Date Description

A April, 2020 Production Release
B May, 2020 User interface and compliance updates

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 Table of Contents

SECTION 1 OVERVIEW................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Unit Overview..................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Getting Started................................................................................................................... 2
Charging the Battery............................................................................................................. 2
Mounting the aera 760 in the Aircraft.................................................................................... 3
Turning the Unit On/Off......................................................................................................... 3
Receiver Status...................................................................................................................... 4
Display Orientation................................................................................................................ 6
1.3 Operation............................................................................................................................. 7
Basic Touchscreen Operation................................................................................................. 7
Button Bar Icons................................................................................................................... 8
Main Menu......................................................................................................................... 10
1.4 Accessing System Functionality.................................................................................... 14
Option Menus..................................................................................................................... 14
Data Entry........................................................................................................................... 15
Quick Settings Page............................................................................................................ 18
Power Info Page.................................................................................................................. 18
Title Bar Timer..................................................................................................................... 20
1.5 Using Map Displays.......................................................................................................... 20
Map Range......................................................................................................................... 21
Map Panning...................................................................................................................... 22
Map Overlays...................................................................................................................... 25
Map Symbols...................................................................................................................... 25
Map Detail.......................................................................................................................... 25
1.6 System Settings................................................................................................................ 26
Display Setup...................................................................................................................... 26
Sound Setup....................................................................................................................... 28
Map Setup.......................................................................................................................... 29
Bluetooth® Setup................................................................................................................. 30
Connext Setup.................................................................................................................... 31
Weather Setup.................................................................................................................... 32
Wi-Fi Setup......................................................................................................................... 32
3D Vision Setup................................................................................................................... 33
Navigation Setup................................................................................................................ 34
Keyboard Setup................................................................................................................... 34
Additional Settings.............................................................................................................. 34
1.7 Nearest Airport Criteria Settings................................................................................. 35
1.8 Present Position............................................................................................................... 36
1.9 New Location.................................................................................................................... 37
1.10 Simulator Mode.............................................................................................................. 37

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SECTION 2 NAVIGATION.......................................................................................................... 39
2.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................... 39
Data Fields.......................................................................................................................... 40
Compass Arc....................................................................................................................... 42
2.2 3D Vision............................................................................................................................. 43
3D Vision Operation............................................................................................................ 45
2.3 Vertical Navigation (VNAV)............................................................................................ 48
Using the VNAV Feature...................................................................................................... 49
2.4 Map Display Setup........................................................................................................... 51
Map Orientation................................................................................................................. 51
Airports, Navaids, Cities & Roads......................................................................................... 52
Airways............................................................................................................................... 52
2.5 Waypoints.......................................................................................................................... 53
Nearest Information............................................................................................................ 57
Weather and NOTAM Information (Optional)....................................................................... 59
Accessing Additional information......................................................................................... 60
2.6 Direct-to Navigation........................................................................................................ 72

SECTION 3 FLIGHT PLANNING.............................................................................................. 75

3.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................... 75
Data Fields.......................................................................................................................... 75
3.2 Flight Plan Creation......................................................................................................... 76
Adding Waypoints to an Existing Flight Plan......................................................................... 78
Airways............................................................................................................................... 79
Holding Patterns................................................................................................................. 81
Transferring Flight Plans Using Connext............................................................................... 83
3.3 Flight Plan Storage.......................................................................................................... 84
3.4 Flight Plan Activation...................................................................................................... 85
Editing Speed and Fuel Flow................................................................................................ 86
Copying Flight Plans............................................................................................................ 87
Deleting Flight Plans........................................................................................................... 87
Inverting a Flight Plan......................................................................................................... 88
3.5 Procedures......................................................................................................................... 88
Departure Procedures.......................................................................................................... 89
Arrival Procedures............................................................................................................... 91
Approach Procedures.......................................................................................................... 93

SECTION 4 HAZARD AVOIDANCE........................................................................................ 99

4.1 Weather.............................................................................................................................. 99
Weather Data Sources......................................................................................................... 99
Using Weather Products...................................................................................................... 99
SiriusXM® Weather............................................................................................................ 101
Data Link Weather (FIS-B).................................................................................................. 114
Internet Weather............................................................................................................... 127
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4.2 Terrain............................................................................................................................... 131

Terrain Information............................................................................................................ 132
Obstacle Information......................................................................................................... 132
Terrain and Obstacle Color Code....................................................................................... 134
Terrain Views..................................................................................................................... 134
Terrain Alerts & Setup........................................................................................................ 135
4.3 Traffic................................................................................................................................ 137
Traffic Information Service (TIS-A)...................................................................................... 137
Traffic Ground Track .......................................................................................................... 139
Displaying Traffic Data....................................................................................................... 139
Data Link Traffic................................................................................................................ 140

SECTION 5 ADDITIONAL FEATURES................................................................................. 153

5.1 Charts................................................................................................................................ 153
Geo-Referenced Aircraft Position and Chart Overlay........................................................... 155
5.2 SafeTaxi............................................................................................................................ 156
SafeTaxi Cycle Number and Revision.................................................................................. 157
5.3 Airport Directory Data.................................................................................................. 158
Fuel Prices........................................................................................................................ 160
5.4 SiriusXM® Radio.............................................................................................................. 160
Compatible SiriusXM Devices............................................................................................ 160
Activating SiriusXM Satellite Radio Services....................................................................... 161
Using SiriusXM Radio........................................................................................................ 162

SECTION 6 APPENDICES........................................................................................................ 165

Appendix A: Messages, Alerts & Data Field Options.................................................... 165
Miscellaneous Message Advisories..................................................................................... 165
Airspace Messages............................................................................................................ 166
Data Field & Numeric Data Options................................................................................... 167
Appendix B: Abnormal Operation..................................................................................... 171
Loss of GNSS Position........................................................................................................ 171
Hazard Display with Loss of GNSS Position........................................................................ 171
Appendix C: Managing Files and Databases................................................................... 173
Connecting to a Computer................................................................................................ 173
Managing Files................................................................................................................. 174
MicroSD™ Card Use (Optional).......................................................................................... 175
Database Types................................................................................................................. 176
Database Purchase, Installation, and Updates.................................................................... 179
Software Updates.............................................................................................................. 186
Appendix D: Installation and Interfacing........................................................................ 189
Mounting the aera 760 in the Aircraft................................................................................ 189
Connecting to a Garmin VHF Comm Radio......................................................................... 193
Information about USB Drivers.......................................................................................... 195
Interfacing........................................................................................................................ 195
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Configuring aera 760 for a GDL 39.................................................................................... 197

Configuring aera 760 with the GTX 345............................................................................ 200
Configuring aera 760 for a GDL 50/51/52.......................................................................... 200
Configuring aera 760 for a GDL 50R/51R/52R................................................................... 203
Configuring aera 760 with the GNX 375............................................................................ 205
Pairing a GDL, GTX, or Navigator Device via Bluetooth....................................................... 206
Pairing the GDL 51/52 to an Audio Device......................................................................... 206
Using an external GPS Antenna (Optional)......................................................................... 207
Appendix E: Battery and Care Information.................................................................... 209
Battery Information........................................................................................................... 209
Changing the Fuse............................................................................................................ 209
Cleaning the Casing.......................................................................................................... 210
Cleaning the Touchscreen.................................................................................................. 210
Protecting the Unit............................................................................................................ 210
Appendix F: General TIS-A Information........................................................................... 211
TIS-A vs. TAS/TCAS............................................................................................................ 211
TIS-A Limitations............................................................................................................... 212
Appendix G: Utilities............................................................................................................ 215
PDF Viewer....................................................................................................................... 215
Flight Log.......................................................................................................................... 215
Track Log.......................................................................................................................... 216
Track Vector...................................................................................................................... 219
E6B Calculator.................................................................................................................. 219
Aircraft Profile................................................................................................................... 221
Weight & Balance............................................................................................................. 223
Proximity Waypoints.......................................................................................................... 225
Appendix H: Display Symbols............................................................................................ 227
VFR Symbols..................................................................................................................... 227
IFR Symbols...................................................................................................................... 228
Airspace Symbols.............................................................................................................. 230
Appendix I: Map Datum and Location Formats............................................................. 233
Map Datums..................................................................................................................... 233
Location Formats............................................................................................................... 233
Appendix J: Glossary............................................................................................................ 235
Appendix K: Warranty and Compliance........................................................................... 241
Contact Garmin................................................................................................................ 241
Warranty........................................................................................................................... 241
AOPA Airport Directory Notice........................................................................................... 241
AC-U-KWIK License Agreement......................................................................................... 241
FCC Compliance............................................................................................................... 242
Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Compliance............................................. 242
Radiation Exposure Statement........................................................................................... 242
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SECTION 1 OVERVIEW

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1.1 UNIT OVERVIEW
The aera 760 presents GNSS-derived analog flight instrumentation, position,
navigation, and hazard avoidance information to the pilot using a 7”display with a

Navigation
capacitive touch screen.

Flight Planning
Power Button

Hazard Avoidance
USB Connector

Micro-SD Card Slot

Additional Features

External
Antenna
Connector
Appendices
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1.2 GETTING STARTED

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WARNING: The product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent damage,

remove the unit from the aircraft or vehicle when exiting or store it out of
direct sunlight.
Navigation

CHARGING THE BATTERY

NOTE: Refer to Appendix E for additional battery information.

NOTE: While in Charge Mode, the unit draws a current from the aircraft. To
Flight Planning

avoid discharging the aircraft’s battery, disconnect the external power cable
from the unit when not in use for several days.
Charge the aera 760 for at least 4 hours before using on battery p ower. Charge the
battery by connecting the aviation power cable or a Garmin USB-C® AC adapter that
Hazard Avoidance

supports USB Power Delivery.

Plug the unit into a 12-Volt or 24-Volt connector to charge. The unit can be used
while it is charging. Charge the unit within the following temperature range: 41° to
95°F (5° to 35°C).
Additional Features

INITIAL BATTERY CHARGING

After fully charging the battery for the first time, the aera 760 battery indicator
may report significantly less than full charge. In this case, the battery will need to be
conditioned to report the correct capacity. This can be accomplished by allowing the
battery to discharge completely and then fully recharging the battery.
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USING CHARGE MODE

Applying external power to the aera 760 automatically turns on the unit for full
operation. If the battery needs to be charged, the external power source charges the
battery while the unit is in use.
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If you do not want to use the unit, but you would like to charge the battery, you can
put the unit into Charge Mode. Connect the unit to an external power supply. Press

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and hold the POWER Button. Instead of completely turning off, the unit now goes
into Charge Mode.
The unit will run cooler and may allow more current to be available for charging the
battery while in Charge Mode.

Navigation
MOUNTING THE aera 760 IN THE AIRCRAFT
Refer to Appendix D 'Installation & Interfacing' for information on mounting the
aera 760 in the aircraft.

Flight Planning
TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF

NOTE: The unit will turn off automatically after five minutes if on battery
power and the Initialization Page is not acknowledged.

Hazard Avoidance
Press the POWER Button to turn the unit on. Press and hold the POWER
Button to turn the unit off.
The first time the unit is turned on, the receiver must collect satellite data and
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establish its present location. To ensure proper initialization, the aera 760 is shipped
from the factory in Autolocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find itself” anywhere
in the world.
During initialization, current database information is displayed. Database
information includes valid operating dates, cycle number, and database type. When
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this information has been reviewed for currency (to ensure that no databases have
expired), the pilot is prompted to continue.
Touching the Press To Accept Button acknowledges this information, and the
Main Menu is displayed.
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Overview
Navigation

Database Initialization

RECEIVER STATUS
Flight Planning

The receiver status displays one of the following conditions:

• Autolocate—Receiver is looking for any satellite whose almanac has been
collected, which can take up to 5 minutes
• Searching The Sky—Receiver is looking for satellites
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• Acquiring Satellites—Receiver is looking for and collecting data from satellites

visible at its last known or initialized location, but has not acquired a fix
• 2D GPS Location—At least three satellites have been acquired and a two-
dimensional location fix has been calculated. “2D Differential” appears when
Additional Features

you are receiving DGPS corrections in 2D mode

• 3D GPS Location—At least four satellites have been acquired and a three-
dimensional fix has been calculated. “3D Differential” appears when you are
receiving DGPS corrections in 3D mode
• Lost Satellite Reception—Receiver is no longer tracking enough satellites for a 2D
or 3D fix
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Constellation

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Diagram
PRN Number

45° Above Receiver Status

Horizon

Navigation
Horizon
Signal
Strength Bar
PRN Number
GPS Status

Viewing the GPS status:

Flight Planning
From the Main Menu, touch Tools >GPS Info > GPS Tab.

ACQUIRING SATELLITES
The bars on the Main Menu indicate the GPS signal strength.

Hazard Avoidance
When the receiver is in the process of acquiring enough satellite signals for
navigation, the receiver uses satellite orbital data (collected continuously from the
satellites) and last known position to determine the satellites that should be in view.
‘Acquiring Satellites’ is indicated as the solution until a sufficient number of satellites

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have been acquired for computing a solution.
When the receiver is in the process of acquiring a 3D differential solution, ‘3D GPS
Location’ is indicated as the solution until the 3D differential fix has finished acquisition.

SATELLITE INFORMATION
Satellites currently in view are shown at their respective positions on a satellite
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constellation diagram. The outer circle of the constellation diagram represents the
horizon, the inner circle represents 45° above the horizon, and the center point shows
the position directly overhead. Each satellite is represented by a square containing the
Pseudo-Random Noise (PRN) number (i.e., satellite identification number).
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GPS Info can be helpful in troubleshooting weak (or missing) signal levels due to
poor satellite coverage or installation problems. As the receiver locks onto satellites, a
Overview

signal strength bar is displayed for each satellite in view, with the appropriate satellite
PRN number (01-32; 33-64 for WAAS; 65-99 for GLONASS) below each bar. The
progress of satellite acquisition is shown in three stages, as indicated by signal bar
appearance:
Navigation

- No bar—Receiver is looking for the indicated satellite

- Gray bar—Receiver has collected the necessary data and the satellite signal can
be used
- Green bar—Satellite is being used for the GPS solution
Flight Planning

DISPLAY ORIENTATION
The aera 760 can be viewed in either Portrait or Landscape Mode.
Changing the display orientation:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Display
Or:
 Press the Power Button once quickly.
2) Touch Landscape or Portrait.
Additional Features
Appendices
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1.3 OPERATION

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BASIC TOUCHSCREEN OPERATION
T ouch the desired selection. The icon, menu option, etc., will momentarily turn blue
when selected.

Navigation
Flight Planning
Basic Touchscreen Operation

Hazard Avoidance
SCROLLING AND PANNING
Scrolling and panning on the touchscreen:
Drag up or down to scroll menus, documents, etc.
Or:

Additional Features
Drag in any direction to pan maps or charts.
Appendices

Scroll Pan
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ZOOMING
Overview

Zooming in and out on the touchscreen map displays:

Pinch fingers together (zoom out), or pull fingers apart (zoom in).
Navigation
Flight Planning

Zoom Out Zoom In

BUTTON BAR ICONS

Button Bar Icons are located vertically on the right side of the screen in landscape
Hazard Avoidance

mode or horizontally along the bottom of the screen in portrait mode.

Dedicated Page Icons
on the Button Bar
Additional Features
Appendices
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Displays second-level Tools

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Icons (available from the
Main Menu Button Bar).

Scroll up Touch to zoom out

Navigation
Scroll down Touch to zoom in

Direct-to function Page menu

Flight Planning
• Previous Screen
• Main Menu (Touch and Cancel map pointer
Hold)
Nearest Group Icons Weather Group Icons

Hazard Avoidance
(Nearest Page Only) (Weather Page Only)

Additional Features
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MAIN MENU
Overview
Navigation
Flight Planning

Touch and hold the icon at any time to display the Main Menu.

MAIN MENU ICONS

Touch the following icons to display the associated page or menu:
Hazard Avoidance

Map Flight Plan List

Displays the Map View. Displays the Flight Plan List.

En Route Charts Weather

Displays the En Route VFR or IFR Displays Weather Map Page.
Additional Features

charts.
3D Vision Terrain
Displays 3D Vision. Displays the Terrain View.

Nearest Traffic
Displays the Nearest Page. Displays the dedicated Traffic
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Page.
Waypoint PDF Viewer
Displays Waypoint Information. Displays the PFD Viewer Page.

Active Flight Plan Tools

Displays the Active Flight Plan. Displays second-level Tools Icons.
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TOOLS

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From the Main Menu, touch the Tools icon to access the second-level Tools
icons. Touch these second-level icons to display the associated function:
Setup Data Link
Displays third-level Setup Icons. Displays the Data Link Info Page.

Navigation
User WPT SiriusXM Audio
Displays User Waypoints and Displays the Sirius XM Audio
Proximity Waypoints. Page.

Flight Planning
Flight Log System Info
Displays Flight Logs. Displays database and software
version information.
Track Log GPS Info
Displays Track Logs. Displays current position and

Hazard Avoidance
satellite status.
VNAV User Timer
Displays Vertical Navigation. Displays User Timer.

Profile VIRB

Additional Features
Displays Aircraft Profiles. Displays VIRB Remote Page.

E6B Simulator
Displays the E6B Calculator. Drives simulator.

Weight/Balance Power Info

Appendices

Displays the Weight & Balance. Displays charge voltage and

battery percentage information.
Downloads
Displays available downloads.
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NEAREST ICONS
Overview

From the Main Menu, touch the Nearest icon to access the Nearest Page.
Touch these Nearest Group Icons to display the associated function:
Airport User WPT
Displays nearest airports. Displays nearest user waypoints.
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Airport WX City
Displays nearest airport weather. Displays nearest cities.

VOR ARTCC
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Displays nearest VORs. Displays nearest ARTCCs (Air

Route Traffic Control Centers).
NDB FSS
Displays nearest NDBs. Displays nearest Flight Service
Stations (FSS).
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Intersection Airspace
Displays nearest intersections. Displays nearest airspace.

WEATHER ICONS
Additional Features

With the Weather Page displayed, touch the Products icon to access the
Weather Products:
Radar Surface Pressure
Displays radar (composite Displays pressure
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or base reflectivity). isobars and centers.

Cloud Tops Forecast Echo Tops
Forecasted cloud top Highest altitude with
heights. precipitation.
Temps Aloft Storm Cells
Displays forecasted Displays storm cells
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AIRMET TFR

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Displays AIRmen’s Displays Temporary
METeorological Info. Flight Restrictions.
Freezing Level Icing Forecast
Displays where icing Displays SIP and SLD
conditions are likely. data.

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Cloud Tops Winds Aloft
Displays cloud top height The forecasted wind
contours. speed/direction.
Lightning METAR
Displays lightning data. METeorological

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Aerodrome Report.
SIGMET Pilot Reports
Displays potentially Pilot Weather
hazardous weather. Reports.
Turbulence Forecast Wx Forecast

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Displays turbulence data. Current & forecast
weather conditions.
IR Satellite
Displays cloud top
temperatures.

Setup Icons Additional Features

From the Main Menu, touch the Tools > Setup to access the third-
level Setup Icons. Touch these third-level icons to perform the associated function:
Appendices

Display Connext®
Displays backlight intensity/timeout, Displays flight plan
color mode (map/chart), screenshot (on/ transfer settings.
off), and aircraft position settings.
Sound Wi-Fi
Displays sound settings. Displays Wi-Fi
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connection settings.

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Units Weather
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Displays unit settings. Displays weather

data source setting.
Time Bluetooth®
Displays time settings. Displays Bluetooth
connection settings.
Navigation

Map Power
Displays Navigation Map settings. Displays 'Automatic
Power Off' setting.
Position 3D Vision
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Displays position settings. Displays 3D Vision

settings.
Interface Navigation
Displays interface settings. Displays Navigation
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settings.
Alarms Keyboard
Displays alarm settings. Displays Keyboard
settings.
Airspace
Additional Features

Displays Special Use Airspace alarm

settings.

1.4 ACCESSING SYSTEM FUNCTIONALITY

OPTION MENUS
Appendices

The aera 760 has a dedicated Icon on the Button Bar that displays a context-
sensitive list of menu options available.
Navigating the option menu:
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 Touch the Icon

 Touch the desired menu option.

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Navigation


Flight Planning
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Additional Features

DATA ENTRY
DATA ENTRY ICONS
The following icons are displayed in the data entry window.
Appendices

Exits the keypad function and accepts the

Enter
changes.

Backspace Erases the current data.

Alpha/Numeric/ Displays the alpha, numeric, or symbol

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Symbol keypad.

Cancel Cancels a value that has been edited.

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Entering alphanumeric or symbol data:

 When alphanumeric and/or symbol data can be entered, a keypad will
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appear after touching the desired datafield.

 Touch Alpha, Numeric, or Symbol
 Touch the keypad letters, numbers, or symbols to enter the desired data.
 Touch Enter.
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
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

Additional Features

Changing Alpha Keypad Layout:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Keyboard.
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2) Touch Landscape Keyboard Format to toggle between alphabetical and

QWERTY layouts.
3) Touch Preview to view the keypad layout before committing changes.
The setting only affects the keypad while the aera 760 is in landscape mode. While
in portrait mode, the aera 760 will only display the keypad in the alphabetical layout.
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Entering predetermined data options:

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 Touch the Data Option Button to display a vertical list of data options (if
applicable), or toggle two data options (i.e., On/Off).
 If using the vertical list, touch the desired data option from the list.

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

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Additional Features
 Appendices
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QUICK SETTINGS PAGE

Overview

Quickly tap and release the power button to access the Quick Settings page. The
Quick Settings page provides access to important usability settings and common
functions. The menu bar displays a shortcut to the Nearest page and a shortcut to
mark the current position as a User Waypoint. Touching the Back button clears the
Quick Settings menu and returns to the previous page.
Navigation
Flight Planning
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POWER INFO PAGE

The Power Info page displays the current battery percentage, related messages, and
backlighting adjustment. Backlighting affects performance and charging. Touch the
'+' and/or '-' buttons to adjust the backlighting.
Additional Features

Displaying the Power Info page:

 From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Power Info
Or:
Touch the battery icon on the title bar.
Appendices
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POWER INFO PAGE MESSAGES

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A message icon will flash over the battery icon on the title bar when a Power Info
page message exists. In addition to 'Charging Battery' and 'Battery Charge Complete',
the following messages may appear:
Power
Info Page

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Message

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Power Info Page Message
Message Comments
Charge Voltage Too The voltage is not sufficient to charge the battery. The
Low backlight will automatically be reduced or the user can
reduce it manually.

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Battery Temperature The internal temperature is too low for the battery to be
Too Low charged. Charging will resume once the temperature is in
range.
Battery Temperature The internal temperature is too high for the battery to be

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Too High charged. Charging will resume once the temperature is in
range.
Charge Time Expired The charge time exceeded the time expected to completely
charge the battery. Power cycle the unit to reset the timer.
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TITLE BAR TIMER

Overview

The User Timer can be accessed through the title bar from any screen. Touch the time
indication to access the User Timer window to start, stop or reset the User Timer. The
clock/timer text will appear in cyan while showing the timer, and white while showing
the time.
Touch to
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access User
Timer
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1.5 USING MAP DISPLAYS

Additional Features

NOTE: Refer to the GPS Navigation section for more information on Map
Display Setup.
Map displays are used extensively in the aera 760 to provide situational awareness
in flight. Most aera 760 maps can display the following information:
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• Airports, NAVAIDs, airspaces, airways, land data (highways, cities, lakes, rivers,
borders, etc.) with names
• Map Pointer information (distance and bearing to pointer, location of pointer,
name, and other pertinent information)
• Map range
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• Aircraft icon (representing present position)

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• Flight plan legs

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• User waypoints
• Track vector
• Topography data

MAP RANGE

Navigation
There are 23 different map ranges available, from 200 feet to 800 nm. The current
map range is indicated in the lower right. The scale bar represents the map scale.
Changing the map range:

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Use the
 (out) or (in) icons to zoom ‘out’ (increasing), or zoom
‘in‘ (decreasing).

Zoom Out

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Zoom In

Or: Additional Features

Pinch fingers together (zoom out), or pull fingers apart (zoom in).

AUTOZOOM
Autozoom allows the aera 760 to change the map display range to the smallest
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range clearly showing the active waypoint. Autozoom can be overridden by adjusting
the range and remains that way until the active waypoint changes, a terrain or traffic
alert occurs, or the aircraft takes off.
Enabling/disabling Autozoom:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up Map.
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2) If necessary, touch the Map Group Button and touch General.

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3) Touch the 'On/Off' Data Option Button for 'Autozoom'.

Autozoom
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Toggle

Map Group
Navigation

Button
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MAP PANNING
Map panning allows the pilot to:
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• View parts of the map outside the displayed range without adjusting the map
range
• Highlight and select locations on the map
• Review information for a selected airport, NAVAID, or user waypoint
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• Designate locations for use in flight planning

• View airspace and airway information
When the panning function is selected by touching anywhere on the Map, the Map
Pointer is displayed. An Information Window also appears at the bottom of the map
display showing the bearing, distance, and time to the pointer from the aircraft’s
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present position, the elevation of the land at the position of the pointer, or the object’s
(airports, obstacles, etc.) elevation, if known.
When the Map Pointer is over a map feature, the map feature is highlighted, an
information box appears on the map, and the highlighted map feature is displayed on
the Map Feature Button (even if the name was not originally displayed on the map).
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Touching the Map Feature Button displays additional information for the
highlighted map feature. If multiple features are present at the Map Pointer position,

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green arrows will appear on the Map Feature Button. Touching the will cycle
through the list of map features present at that position.
Cancel Map
Pointer

Navigation
Flight Planning
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Green Arrow Indicat- Time En Lat/Lon at the
Map ing Multiple Features Route to the
Feature Pointer from Pointer Location
are Present at the
Button Map Pointer Location the Aircraft's Elevation at
Present Posi- the Pointer

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Bearing to tion Location
the Pointer
from the Distance to the Pointer
Aircraft's from the Aircraft's Present
Present Position
Position
Map Panning (Navigation Map)

Activating the map pointer:

Appendices

 While viewing a Map Display, touch anywhere on the map to activate the
map pointer. Touch the icon to cancel the map pointer.
Panning the map:
 While viewing a Map Display, touch anywhere on the map and drag.
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Reviewing information for a map feature:

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 While viewing a Map Display, touch anywhere on the map to activate the
map pointer. When the Map Pointer is over a map feature, the map feature
is highlighted, an information box appears on the map, and the highlighted
map feature is displayed on the Map Feature Button. If multiple features
are present at the Map Pointer position, green arrows will appear on the
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Map Feature Button.

 If necessary, touch the buttons to cycle through the list of map
features present at that position. Touching the buttons changes the
highlight and description.

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Touch the Map Feature Button to review information for the Map Feature.
 If desired, touch Direct-to to navigate to the map feature.
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
Additional Features



Appendices


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MAP OVERLAYS

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The VFR, IFR, Terrain, Topography, Weather, Fuel Prices, or Traffic map overlays can
be displayed or removed.
Displaying/removing map overlays:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu.

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2) Touch VFR, IFR, Terrain, Topo Shading, Weather/Animate Weather,
Fuel Prices, or Traffic to display or remove the map overlay.

MAP SYMBOLS

Flight Planning
Refer to Appendix H for a list of map symbols.

MAP DETAIL
The map can be adjusted to declutter the map.
Adjusting the declutter level of the Navigation Map:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu.
2) Touch the desired Map Detail level (-1, -2, -3) on the right side of the
screen. The currently selected level is highlighted green.

Additional Features
Appendices

Map Detail
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1.6 SYSTEM SETTINGS

Overview

The third-level Setup Icons allow management of the following system parameters:
• Display • Connext
• Sound • Weather
Navigation

• Units • Bluetooth
• Time • Wi-Fi
• Map • Power
• Position • 3D Vision
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• Interface • Navigation
• Alarms • Keyboard
• Airspace
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Restoring system setting defaults:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup.
2) Touch the desired Setup Icon.
3) Touch Menu > Restore Default.
Additional Features

DISPLAY SETUP
Appendices

Display Setup
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DISPLAY ORIENTATION

Overview
The aera 760 can be viewed in either Portrait or Landscape Mode.
Changing the display orientation:
 From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Display.
Or:

Navigation

Press the Power Button once quickly.

BACKLIGHT INTENSITY
The aera 760 has two backlight intensity settings, one for day operations and the

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other for night operations. The appropriate settings will automatically be selected
based on the time of day.
Adjusting backlight intensity:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Display.

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2) Select either Day Backlight Intensity or Night Backlight Intensity.
3) Touch '+' or '-' or touch and drag the percentage triangle to adjust the
desired backlight intensity percentage.
Or:

Additional Features
Press the POWER Button to quickly access the current backlight intensity.
 Also, with Quick Settings displayed, press the POWER Button again to increase
the backlight intensity to 100%.

BACKLIGHT TIMEOUT
When running on battery power, after a specified period of inactivity the backlight
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will turn off to save power.

Adjusting backlight timeout:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Display.
2) Touch the 'Backlight Timeout' Data Option Button, and touch the desired
option from the list (Stays On, 15 Seconds, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, or
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MAP COLOR MODE

Overview

Adjusting the map color mode:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Display.
2) Touch the 'Map Color Mode' Data Option Button, and touch the desired
option from the list (Day, Night, or Auto).
Navigation

CHART COLOR MODE

Adjusting the chart color mode:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Display.
2) Touch the 'Chart Color Mode' Data Option Button, and touch the desired
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option from the list (Auto, Day, or Night).

ENABLING SCREENSHOTS
Enabling/disabling screenshots:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Display.
2) Touch On or Off in the 'Screenshot' field. An SD card is required.

AIRCRAFT POSITION
Additional Features

Showing/hiding the aircraft position:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Display.
2) Touch Show or Hide in the 'Aircraft Position' field.

SOUND SETUP
NOTE: The aera 760 does not include an internal speaker. For audio output,
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connect to an external speaker, headset, or audio panel. Refer to Appendix

D.

Sound is broken down into ‘Master’, ‘Alert’, and ‘Message’. 'Master’ controls ALL
sound. ‘Alerts’ and ‘Message’ are a percentage of the ‘Master’ sound. ‘Alerts’ refers to
navigation phrases (e.g. "Pull Up"). The Terrain Audio, Traffic Audio, Traffic N/A Alert,
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Sound Setup

Adjusting the sound:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Sound.
2) Touch '+' or '-' or touch and drag the percentage triangle to adjust the
desired volume percentage.
Or:

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T ouch the Icon to mute the Master, Alerts, or Message audio. A
blue 'X' will appear over the icon.
Or:
T ouch Enable to enable/disable Terrain Audio, Traffic Audio, Traffic N/A

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Alert, or Key Tone.
Or:
Press the POWER Button to quickly access the Master volume/mute.
Muting sound:
See the ‘Adjusting the Sound’ procedure above.
Appendices

MAP SETUP
AUTOZOOM
Enabling/disabling autozoom:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Map.
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2) Touch On or Off in the 'Autozoom' field.

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ORIENTATION
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Adjusting the map orientation:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Map.
2) Touch the 'Orientation' Data Option Button, and touch the desired option
from the list (North Up, Track Up, or DTK Up).
Navigation

COMPASS ARC
Enabling/disabling the compass arc:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Map.
2) Touch On or Off in the 'Compass Arc' field.
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NORTH UP ABOVE
Setting North Up Above:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Map.
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2) Touch the 'North Up Above' Data Option Button, and touch the desired
mileage.

NORTH UP ON GROUND
Additional Features

Enabling/disabling North Up On Ground:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Map.
2) Touch On or Off in the 'North Up On Ground' field.

BLUETOOTH® SETUP
Appendices

NOTE: Only one Bluetooth connection is allowed at a time.

Connecting/Pairing to a weather/traffic device via Bluetooth:

1) Ensure the weather/traffic device is turned ON. From the Main Menu,
touch Tools > Setup > Bluetooth > On.
2) Touch Not Paired or Not Connected next to the Device. A Bluetooth
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Passkey window will open.

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The Bluetooth Setup Menu provides several options for connecting to Bluetooth
devices. Manage Paired Devices can enable Automatic Reconnect and remove

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connections on a per-device basis. Forget all devices will remove all Bluetooth
connections. Edit Device Name is used to change the name the aera 760 shows
other devices while pairing. Restore Default will disable Bluetooth and remove all
Bluetooth connections.

Navigation
Managing Connected Bluetooth Devices:
From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Bluetooth > Menu.

CONNEXT SETUP

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NOTE: Connext features require a Bluetooth or RS-232 serial connection to
an external Connext device.

Setting the preferred attitude source:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Connext.

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2) Touch the 'Preferred Attitude Source' Data Option Button, and touch
the desired option.
Setting the preferred FIS-B source:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Connext.

Additional Features
2) Touch the 'Preferred FIS-B Source' Data Option Button, and touch the
desired option.
Setting the preferred SiriusXM weather source:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Connext.
2) Touch the 'Preferred SiriusXM Weather Source' Data Option Button,
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and touch the desired option.

The Connext Setup Menu can also configure how the aera 760 sends and receives
flight plans from other Connext devices. Flight plans received from other devices will
be added to the aera 760's Flight Plan List.
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Setting the incoming/outgoing flight plan mode:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Connext.
2) Touch the 'Incoming or Outgoing Flight Plan Mode' Data Option
Button, and touch the desired option (refer to table below).
No Transfer Require Action Automatic
Incoming Do not accept aera 760 will prompt to aera 760 will
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Flight Plan flight plans from accept or decline a flight automatically accept
Mode other devices. plan sent from another flight plans from any
device. connected device.
Outgoing aera 760 will prompt to aera 760 will send flight
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Flight Plan confirm sending a flight plans to other devices

Mode plan to another device. with no prompt.
Connext Flight Plan Mode Options

WEATHER SETUP
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Changing the weather data source:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Weather.
2) Touch the 'Weather Data Source' Data Option Button, and touch the
desired option.
Additional Features

WI-FI SETUP
Connecting to a Wi-Fi network:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Wi-Fi > On.
2) Touch Add Network.
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3) Touch the desired network to add.

4) If necessary, enter the password using the keypad and touch Enter.
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Removing a Wi-Fi network:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Wi-Fi.
2) Touch the network button.
3) Touch Remove.
4) Touch Yes.
Turning Wi-Fi off:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Wi-Fi.
2) Touch Off.

3D VISION SETUP

Flight Planning
Setting up 3D Vision:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > 3D Vision.
2) Touch the 'Attitude Source' Data Option Button, and touch the desired
option from the list (Connext or Off).

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Or:

CAUTION: Only enable the following panel mount option if the unit is hard-
mounted to the panel, perpendicular to the path of flight.
T ouch Menu > Enable Panel Mount. Touch the 'Attitude Source'

Additional Features
Data Option Button, and touch the desired option from the list (Connext,
Internal, or Off)
3) Touch the 'Bug Indicator' Data Option Button, and touch the desired
option from the list (User Selected, Bearing, Desired Track, or Off).
4) Touch the desired settings to display (Ground Speed, Altitude, AGL,
Heading, Lateral Deviation, Vertical Deviation, Vertical Speed,
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Slip/Skid, Synthetic Vision and Traffic).

5) Touch On/Off to enable/disable 'Panning Timeout'.
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NAVIGATION SETUP
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Waypoint Transition Mode can be set to 'Auto' or 'Distance'. In 'Auto' mode the unit
selects the "best" next waypoint based on the aircraft's present position. 'Distance'
mode allows the pilot to enter a radius around the active leg destination so that when
the aircraft is within the entered distance, the unit transitions to the next waypoint in
the route.
Navigation

Changing the waypoint transition mode:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Navigation.
2) Touch the 'Waypoint Transition Mode' Data Option Button, and touch
the desired option from the list (Auto or Distance).
Flight Planning

KEYBOARD SETUP
Setting up keyboard format:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Keyboard.
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2) From the 'Keyboard Format' Data Field, touch ABCDE or QWERTY to

arrange the keyboard in alphabetic or traditional layout.
3) Touch Preview to inspect keyboard layout.

ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
Additional Features

Changing settings (Units, Time, Position, Interface, Alarms, Air-

space, and Power):
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup.
2) Touch the desired Settings Icon (Units, Time, Position, Interface,
Alarms, Airspace, or Power).
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3) Touch the desired setting to change. Touch the desired setting from the
vertical list (if applicable).
Or: Use the keypad to enter numerical values and touch Enter (if
applicable).
Or: Touch On or Off to enable or disable a feature (if applicable).
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1.7 NEAREST AIRPORT CRITERIA SETTINGS

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The Nearest Airports Option Menu allows the pilot to filter out airports that do not
meet a defined criteria. Specific surface types and runway lengths can be defined, as
well as the option to include private airports and/or heliports.
Runway Surface—allows you to set criteria for the type of surface on the runway:

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• Hard Only—shows only runways with a concrete, asphalt, or similar sealed
surface.
• Hard or Soft—shows all runways except water landing facilities.

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• Water Only—shows only water landing facilities.
• Any—shows any runway, regardless of surface type, including water landing
facilities.
Minimum Runway Length—allows the pilot to enter a specific length for the shortest

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runway allowed.
Entering airport criteria:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
2) Touch the Dedicated Nearest Page Icon on the Button Bar and touch

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Airport.
3) Touch Menu.
4) Touch Surface, and touch the desired runway surface from the list.
5) Touch Min Length, and enter the desired Minimum Runway Length using
the keypad.
6) Touch Private Airports to include Private Airports in the search.
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7) Touch Heliports to include Heliports in the search.

8) Touch City Names or Facility Names to display the airport's city or
facility name.
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1.8 PRESENT POSITION

Overview

The Present Position function displays latitude, longitude, GPS altitude, reference
waypoint, type, distance, direction, and bearing. The reference waypoint is designed to
display the current position in relation to a prominent landmark. The pilot can change
the reference waypoint ‘Nearest Type’ using the ‘Change Nearest Type’ menu option.
By default the Nearest Type is set to ‘Automatic’, which will display the nearest large
Navigation

airport, enroute VOR, or city (in that order).

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Position

Changing the Nearest Type:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > GPS Info > Position Tab > Menu
Additional Features

> Change Nearest Type.

2) Touch the desired nearest type ('Automatic', 'Airport', 'VOR', 'NDB',
'Intersection', 'City', or 'Waypoint').
Viewing the present position:
From the Main Menu, touch Tools > GPS Info > Position Tab.
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1.9 NEW LOCATION

Overview
The ‘New Location’ menu option is used when the GPS Receiver is having trouble
finding the satellites it expects to be there.
Entering a new location:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > GPS Info > GPS Tab > Menu >

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New Location.
2) Touch 'Automatic', 'Use Map', or 'Use Identifier'.
3) After selecting your approximate position using the map pointer or entering
an identifier, touch OK.
4) The GPS Receiver will begin a new search based on the location entered.

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1.10 SIMULATOR MODE
Simulator Mode is helpful for practicing with the unit indoors or when no satellite
signals are available. All waypoints and routes created in Simulator Mode are retained

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in memory for future use.

NOTE: Do not attempt to navigate using Simulator Mode. When the unit is
set to Simulator Mode, the GPS/GLONASS receiver is turned off. Any Satellite
Signal Strength Bars shown are only simulations and do not represent the

Additional Features
strength of actual satellite signals.
Starting/Stopping Simulator Mode:
From the Main Menu, touch Tools > GPS Info > GPS Tab > Menu >
Simulator.
Adjusting the simulated altitude, track, speed, waypoint, & posi-
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tion:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > GPS Info > GPS Tab > Menu >
Start Simulator.
2) Touch Menu > Drive Simulator.
3) Touch the fields to enter the desired data using the keypad.
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SECTION 2 NAVIGATION

Overview
2.1 INTRODUCTION
The Navigation Map displays aviation data (e.g., airports, VORs, airways, airspaces),
geographic data (e.g., cities, lakes, highways, borders), and topographic data (map

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shading indicating elevation). The Navigation Map can be oriented three different
ways: North Up (NORTH UP), Track Up (TRK UP) or Desired Track Up (DTK UP).
An 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 accurately

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based on GPS/GLONASS calculations. The basemap upon which these are placed are
from a source with less resolution, therefore the relative position of the aircraft to map
features is not exact. 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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Inactive Leg
(White)
Additional Features

Active Leg
(Magenta)
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Aircraft Icon

Flight Plan Legs (Navigation Map)

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DATA FIELDS
Overview

The data fields can be independently configured by the user.

Data Fields
Navigation
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Data Fields (Navigation Map)

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By default, the Data Bar Fields are set to display Ground Speed (GS), Distance - Next
(DIST NEXT), Vertical Speed Required (VSR), Time En Route - Next (ETE NEXT), and four
blank data fields. These eight data fields can be changed to display any of the Data
Field Options.
Changing the information shown in the data fields:
Additional Features

1) From the Main Menu, touch Map or Enroute Charts> Menu >
Change Data Fields.
2) Touch the desired Data Field to change. A list of available Data Field
Options is displayed.
3) Touch the desired Data Field Option.
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DATA FIELD OPTIONS

• Accuracy • Next Waypoint (NEXT WPT)

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• Altitude • Sunrise
• Bearing (BRG) • Sunset
• Climb Gradient (Alt per NM) • Time Over Target (Next) (TOT NEXT)

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(CLIMB/NM) • Time En Route (Destination) (ETE
• Climb Gradient (Percent) (CLIMB DEST)
GRAD) • Time En Route (Next) (ETE NEXT)
• Course to Steer (CTS) • Time of Arrival (Destination) (ETA

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• Crosstrack Error (XTK) DEST)
• Desired Track (DTK) • Time of Arrival (NEXT) (ETA NEXT)
• Distance (Destination) (DIST DEST) • Time to VNAV (VNAV TIME)
• Distance (Next) (DIST NEXT) • Time (Local)

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• En Route Safe Altitude (ESA) • Time (UTC)
• Flight Timer (FLT TIMER) • Vertical Speed (VS)
• Fuel Timer • Vertical Speed Required (VSR)

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• Glide Ratio (G/R) • Wx (Altimeter) (WX ALTIM)
• Ground Speed (GS) • Wx (Dew Point) (WX DEW PT)
• Ground Track (TRK) • Wx (Humidity) (WX HUMIDITY)
• Height Above Ground Level (AGL) • Wx (Temp) (WX TEMP)
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• Minimum Safe Altitude (MSA) • Wx (Wind) (WX WIND)

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COMPASS ARC
Overview

A compass arc appears by default on the Navigation Map. The magenta bug
indicator (similar to the bug indicator on the HSI) can be set by touching TRK on the
3D Vision Page.
Magenta Bug Indicator
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Compass Arc
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Compass Arc (Navigation Map)

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Displaying/Removing the Compass Arc on the Navigation Map:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch General.
Additional Features

3) Touch On or Off to display or remove the Compass Arc.

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2.2 3D VISION

Overview
3D Vision provides a three-dimensional view of terrain features as seen from outside
the aircraft. 3D Vision imagery shows the relevant features in relation to the aircraft.

WARNING: Use appropriate systems for navigation, and for terrain, obstacle,

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and traffic avoidance. 3D Vision does not provide either the accuracy or
reliability upon which to base decisions and/or plan maneuvers to avoid
terrain, obstacles, or traffic.

3D Vision is a visual enhancement to the aera 760. 3D Vision depicts the topography
as seen from outside the aircraft. The depicted imagery is derived from the aircraft's

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three-dimensional position, and databases of terrain, obstacles, and other relevant
features. Loss of the GPS signal, will cause 3D Vision to be disabled until it is restored.
The 3D Vision terrain display shows land contours (colors are consistent with those
of the topographical map display), large water features, towers, and other obstacles

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over 200’ AGL that are included in the obstacle database (if present). Cultural features
on the ground such as roads, highways, railroad tracks, cities, and state boundaries
are not displayed even if those features are found on the Navigation Map. The terrain
display also includes a north-south east-west grid with lines oriented with true north.
Terrain is integrated within 3D Vision to provide visual and auditory alerts to indicate
the presence of terrain and obstacle threats relevant to the projected flight path. Additional Features
Terrain alerts are displayed in red and yellow shading.
3D Vision does not provide the accuracy or fidelity on which to base decisions and
plan maneuvers to avoid terrain or obstacles. Navigation should not be predicated
upon the use of the terrain or obstacle data displayed by 3D Vision.
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Touch and drag the three-dimensional view to change the perspective.

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Altitude
Overview

Ground Speed
Vertical
Speed
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Option
HSI Menu

3D Vision (Tapes)
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3D Vision (Round Gauges)

Additional Features
Appendices

3D Vision (HSI Navigation)

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3D VISION OPERATION

Overview
3D Vision is accessed from the Main Menu.
Viewing 3D Vision:
From the Main Menu, touch 3D Vision.
Display instrument tapes or round gauges:

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From the Main Menu, touch 3D Vision > Menu > Tapes or Round Gauges.
Changing the Bearing Pointers:
1) From the Main Menu, touch 3D Vision > Menu.
2) Touch a 'Bearing Pointer' Data Option Button, and touch the desired

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option from the list (Off, GPS, or Nearest Airport).

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Additional Features
3D Vision Menu

HORIZONTAL SITUATION INDICATOR (HSI)

The graphic HSI displays current course, course (or crosstrack) error, To/From
indication, course pointer, bearing desired track, and course deviation indicator/scale
only when navigation is active (flight plan or direct-to); current ground track is always
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displayed. The rotating compass indicates the aircraft's current ground track.
The course pointer and course deviation needle indicate the current course and how
closely the aircraft is following it. The Bug Indicator can be set to ‘Bearing’, ‘Desired
Track’, a specific heading reference (‘User Selected’), or ‘Off’ (default).
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Bearing is the compass direction from the present position to a destination waypoint.
Desired Track is the recommended direction to steer in order to reduce cross-track error
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and return to the course line.

The Course Deviation Indicator, or needle, indicates the aircraft’s distance off course,
left or right, based on its placement along the course deviation scale.
Manually selecting 0.25 nm, 1.25 nm, or 5.00 nm full-scale deflection overrides Auto
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CDI selection. The manually-selected CDI scale setting remains active until conditions
are met for Auto CDI (below), at which time Auto CDI resumes. The active course
deviation scale (either automatically- or manually-selected) displays on the upper right
portion of the HSI. The default CDI scale setting is Auto CDI (not user-selectable),
which is selected when applying power to the system. Auto CDI uses three factors to
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determine the distance from the center of the CDI to full left or right limits:
• CDI scale = 1.25 - within 30 nm of any airport in the active route.
• CDI scale = 0.25 - on an approach leg or within 2 nm of the FAF or MAP.
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• CDI scale = 5.0 - if the previous two conditions are not met.

Changing the CDI Scale

Changing the CDI scale:
1) From the Main Menu, touch 3D Vision > Menu > More Options.
Additional Features

2) Touch the 'CDI Scale' Data Option Button, and touch the desired option
from the list (0.25 nm, 1.25 nm, or 5.00 nm).

Setting the Bug Indicator

The Bug Indicator can be set from the 3D Vision option menu.
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Setting the 3D Vision Bug Indicator:

1) From the Main Menu, touch 3D Vision > Menu > More Options.
2) Touch the 'Bug Indicator' Data Option Button, and touch the desired
option from the list (User Selected, Bearing, Desired Track, or Off).

Manually Setting a Course (Only Available with Active

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Navigation)
Touch 'CRS' on the 3D Vision Page to manually set a course to the destination.
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Manually setting a course to the destination waypoint:

1) From the Main Menu, touch 3D Vision.

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2) Touch CRS.
3) Touch YES when the 'Set OBS and hold?' window appears.
4) Select a course using the keypad and touch Enter.
Returning to only automatic sequencing when route is active (only

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available when navigating a Direct-To or Flight Plan):
1) From the Main Menu, touch 3D Vision.
2) Touch CRS.
3) Touch Release OBS Hold returns OBS to CRS, even though no

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sequencing occurred (only when Direct-To is active). 3D Vision Setup
3D Vision Settings:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > 3D Vision.
2) Touch the 'Attitude Source' Data Option Button, and touch the desired

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option from the list (Connext or Off).
Or:

CAUTION: Only enable the following panel mount option if the unit is hard-
mounted to the panel, perpendicular to the path of flight.

Additional Features
T ouch Menu > Enable Panel Mount. Touch the 'Attitude Source'
Data Option Button, and touch the desired option from the list (Connext,
Internal, or Off)
3) Touch the 'Bug Indicator' Data Option Button, and touch the desired
option from the list (User Selected, Bearing, Desired Track, or Off).
4) Touch the desired settings to display (Ground Speed, Altitude, AGL,
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Heading, Lateral Deviation, Vertical Deviation, Vertical Speed,

Slip/Skid, Synthetic Vision and Traffic).
5) Touch On/Off to enable/disable 'Panning Timeout'.
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2.3 VERTICAL NAVIGATION (VNAV)

Overview

NOTE: Vertical Navigation should only be used while conducting VFR opera-
tions.
The VNAV function provides settings for the vertical navigation. These settings create
a three-dimensional profile from the present location and altitude to a final (target)
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altitude at a specified location.

When the VNAV profile is defined, the pilot is informed of the progress by message
alerts. The teal bar on the HSI (when displayed) shows the VNAV profile.
The Vertical Navigation feature is only available when navigating a Direct To or flight
plan, and the ground speed is greater than 35 knots.
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The VNAV indicator is displayed and the 'Estimated Time to VNAV' (VNAV TIME) field
goes blank one minute prior to the initial descent point; if the VNAV alert messages are
enabled, the 'Approaching VNAV profile' message appears.
The 'Approaching VNAV profile' message appears one minute prior to the initial
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descent point. The descent angle locks to prevent changes in speed from altering the
profile. The VNAV feature does not take into account any changes in groundspeed that
occur during the transition from level flight to descent or climb.
Additional Features

At 500 ft above the target altitude, the VNAV indicator disappears from the altimeter;
if the VNAV alert messages are enabled, the 'Approaching VNAV target altitude'
message is displayed.
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CAUTION: The aera 760 is a VFR navigation tool and should not be used to
perform instrument approaches.

CAUTION: VNAV is only a VFR navigation aid and is not intended for
instrument approaches.
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VN

Overview
AV
Pr
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Distance to Profile

Glid
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to T
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Target Altitude

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Distance to Target Airport

Visual Representation of VNAV

USING THE VNAV FEATURE

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Use the VNAV (Vertical Navigation) feature to ensure the aircraft is at the proper
altitude. When the appropriate conditions for VNAV are met, the VNAV Indicator
displays as a teal pointer next to the altimeter. When the VNAV alert messages are
enabled, a message appears when approaching the VNAV Profile. When the teal

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pointer is in the vertical center of the altimeter, the aircraft is at the proper altitude for
the VNAV Profile.
VNAV Indicator

Additional Features
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VNAV Indicator (3D Vision)

Capturing/cancelling VNAV profile:
1) While navigating a Direct-To or Flight Plan, and wishing to capture (or
cancel) the current descent profile, select from the Main Menu, touch 3D
Vision > Menu.
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2) Touch Capture Profile or Cancel Capture.

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Configuring a VNAV profile:

Overview

NOTE: Some waypoints such as intersections do not have an altitude in the

database and thus only the VNAV altitude in MSL (not Above Waypoint) may
be specified for these waypoints.

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > VNAV.

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2) From the 3D Vision page, select Menu > VNAV.

3) Touch the desired fields ('Waypoint', 'Profile', 'Altitude', etc.) to enter
the VNAV profile.
4) Touch and hold the Back Icon to return to the Main Menu.
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Vertical Navigation Configuration

Additional Features

• Waypoint—Enter any waypoint along the currently active route as the

reference waypoint. The reference waypoint defines the target location.
• Profile—Enter the descent rate.
• Altitude—Enter the desired reference waypoint altitude. Select ‘Above
Waypoint’ to use field elevation for airports in the navigation database or
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‘MSL’ to specify an exact MSL altitude target.

• By—Enter the target location with settings of distance ‘Before’ or ‘After’ a
reference waypoint. To set a target location at a reference waypoint, enter a
distance of zero.
• VNAV Messages—Touch ‘On’ or ‘Off’ to enable/disable VNAV alert messages.
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2.4 MAP DISPLAY SETUP

Overview
Map displays are used extensively in the aera 760 to provide situational awareness
in flight. Most aera 760 maps can display the following information:
• Airports, NAVAIDs, airspaces, airways, land data (highways, cities, lakes, rivers,
borders, etc.) with names

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• Map Pointer information (distance and bearing to pointer, location of pointer,
name, and other pertinent information)
• Map range
• Aircraft icon (representing present position)

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• Flight plan legs
• User waypoints
• Track vector

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• Topography data

MAP ORIENTATION
Maps are shown in one of three different orientation options, allowing flexibility
in determining aircraft position relative to other items on the map (North Up), or for
determining where map items are relative to where the aircraft is going (Track Up), or Additional Features
desired track up (DTK UP)).
• North Up aligns the top of the map display to north (default setting).
• Track Up aligns the top of the map display to the current ground track.
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• Desired Track (DTK) Up aligns the top of the map display to the desired course.

NOTE: Map orientation can only be changed from the Navigation Map Option
Menu. All other maps (except weather maps) that show navigation data
reflect the orientation selected for the Navigation Map.
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Adjusting the map orientation:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
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2) If necessary, touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch
the General Group.
3) Touch the 'Orientation' Data Option Button, and touch the desired option
from the list (North Up, Track Up, or DTK Up).
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AIRPORTS, NAVAIDS, CITIES & ROADS

Setting up and customizing airports, NAVAIDs, cities & roads for
the Navigation Map:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
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2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch the 'Airport',
'Navaid', 'City', or 'Road' Group.
3) Touch to select the desired settings.
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Dedicated
Page Icon
on the
Button Bar
Additional Features

Map Setup (Cities)

AIRWAYS
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Low Altitude Airways (or Victor Airways) primarily serve smaller piston-engine,
propeller-driven airplanes on shorter routes and at lower altitudes. Airways are eight
nautical miles wide and start 1,200 feet above ground level (AGL) and extend up
to but not including 18,000 feet mean sea level (MSL). Low Altitude Airways are
designated with a “V” before the airway number (hence the name “Victor Airways”)
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High Altitude Airways (or Jet Routes) primarily serve airliners, jets, turboprops, and
turbocharged piston aircraft operating above 18,000 feet MSL. Jet Routes start at

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18,000 feet MSL and extend upward to 45,000 feet MSL (altitudes above 18,000 feet
are called “flight levels” and are described as FL450 for 45,000 feet MSL). Jet Routes
are designated with a “J” before the route number.
Low Altitude Airways are drawn in gray. High Altitude Airways are drawn in green.
When both types of airways are displayed, high altitude airways are drawn on top of

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Low Altitude Airways.
When airways are selected for display on the map, the airway waypoints (VORs,
NDBs and Intersections) are also displayed.

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Displaying/removing airways:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
2) If necessary, touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch
the Navaid Group.
3) Touch the 'Airways' Data Option Button, and touch the desired option

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from the list ('Off', 'Low', 'High', or 'Both').

2.5 WAYPOINTS

Additional Features
The WPT INFO (Waypoint Information) function provides airport and waypoint
information.
Waypoints are predetermined geographical positions (internal database) or pilot-
entered positions, and are used for all phases of flight planning and navigation.
Waypoints can be selected by entering the ICAO identifier, entering the name of
the facility, or by entering the city name. As a waypoint identifier, facility name, or
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location is entered, the aera 760’s Spell’N’Find™ feature scrolls through the data-
base, displaying those waypoints matching the characters which have been entered
up to that point. A direct-to navigation leg to the selected waypoint can be initiated
by pressing the Icon.
The waypoint function allows the pilot to review airport information, runway
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information, frequencies, AOPA information (if available), weather information (if

available), and charts by touching the desired tab. The pilot can manually enter the
identifier or the aera 760 will choose the most appropriate identifier based on the
current position and phase of flight.
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-Waypoint Identifier/Symbol/Type
-Facility Name
-City/State Info Tab
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Waypoint
Identifier
Button
-Elevation
-Region
-Fuel Available
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-Time Zone
(UTC Offset)
Option
Menu
Bearing/
Distance
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Lat/Long
Waypoint Information (Info Tab)

The following descriptions and abbreviations are used:

• Usage type: Public, Military, or Private
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• Runway surface type: Hard, Turf, Sealed, Gravel, Dirt, Soft, Unknown, or Water
• Runway lighting type: No Lights, Part Time, Full Time, Unknown, or PCL Freq (for
pilot-controlled lighting)
• COM Availability: TX (transmit only), RX (receive only), PT (part time), * (additional
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information available)
Selecting an airport for review by identifier, facility name, or city:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint > Info Tab (if necessary).
2) Touch the Waypoint Identifier Button.
3) Enter the desired waypoint using the keypad and touch Enter.
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Or:
a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Search Name or Search City Tab.
c) Touch the Search by Facility Name or Search by City button.
d) Enter the facility name or city using the keypad and touch Enter.
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a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Recent, Nearest Airports, Flight Plan, or User Tab.

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c) Touch the desired waypoint from the list.
4) If duplicate entries exist for the entered facility name or location, duplicate
waypoints are displayed. Touch the desired waypoint from the list.
Selecting a runway:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint > Runway Tab (if necessary).
2) Touch the Waypoint Identifier Button.
3) Enter the desired waypoint using the keypad and touch Enter.
Or:

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a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Search Name or Search City Tab.
c) Touch the Search by Facility Name or Search by City button.
d) Enter the facility name or city using the keypad and touch Enter.

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Or:
a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Recent, Nearest Airports, Flight Plan, or User Tab.
c) Touch the desired waypoint from the list.

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4) If duplicate entries exist for the entered facility name or location, duplicate
waypoints are displayed. Touch the desired waypoint from the list.
5) If multiple runways exist, touch the Runway Button, and touch the desired
runway from the vertical list.
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-Length/Width
-Surface
-Lighting
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-Traffic Pattern

Waypoint
Identifier
Button
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Wind vectors are

displayed as headwind
and crosswind com- Runway Tab
ponents. The runway Option
with the best headwind Menu
is displayed in green.
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Waypoint Information (Runway Tab)

Selecting additional information for a frequency:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint > Freq Tab (if necessary).
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2) Touch .
Additional Features

Waypoint Information (Freq Tab)

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The Frequencies Box uses the descriptions and abbreviations listed in the follow-
ing table:

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Communication Navigation
Frequencies Frequencies
Approach * Control Pre-Taxi ILS
Arrival * CTA * Radar LOC

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ASOS Departure * Ramp
ATIS Gate Terminal*
AWOS Ground TMA *
Center Helicopter Tower

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Class B * Multicom TRSA *
Class C * Other Unicom
Clearance
* May include Additional Information
Frequency Abbreviations

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NEAREST INFORMATION
The aera 760 provides a Nearest function which gives the pilot quick access to
nearest airport, weather, VOR, NDB, intersection, user waypoint, city, ARTCC, FSS, and

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airspace information. If there are none available, “None Within 200 NM” is displayed.
The Nearest functions contain the following information.
• Airport—identifier, bearing, distance, length of the longest runway, and common
traffic advisory (CTAF) or tower frequency.
• Airport WX (Airport Weather)—identifier, bearing, distance, METAR text, and ATIS,
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AWOS, or ASOS frequency.

• VOR (VHF Omnidirectional Radio Beacon)—identifier, facility type (symbol), bearing,
distance, and frequency.
• NDB (Non Directional Beacons)—identifier, facility, type (symbol), bearing, distance,
and frequency.
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• Intersection—identifier, bearing, and distance.

• VRP (Visual Reporting Point) (Atlantic Unit Only)—identifier, bearing, and distance.

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• USR WPT (User Waypoints)—name, bearing, and distance.

• City—name, bearing, and distance.
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• ARTCC (Air Route Traffic Control Center)—bearing, distance, and frequency.

• FSS (Flight Service Station)—name, bearing, distance, frequency, and VOR (if
applicable).
• Airspace—name, time to entry (when applicable), and status.
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Viewing nearest information:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch the desired
Nearest Icon (Airport, Apt WX, VOR, NDB, INT, User WPT, City,
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ARTCC, FSS, or Airspace).

3) Touch the desired nearest option from the list for additional information.
Or:
 If viewing Nearest ARTCCs or FSSs, touch Multiple Freqs... to view
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additional frequencies.
4) Touch the Back Icon to return to the previous page.
Additional Features

Nearest VORs List Additional VOR Information

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NEAREST AIRPORT CRITERIA

The pilot can define the minimum runway length and surface type used when
determining the 15 nearest airports to display. A minimum runway length and/or
surface type can be entered to prevent airports with small runways or runways that
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are not appropriately surfaced from being displayed. Default settings are 0 feet (or
meters) for runway length and "Any" for runway surface type. Private airports and
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The Nearest Airports Option Menu also allows the pilot to choose between displaying
the facility names, city names, bearing, or direction arrows.

Overview
Setting nearest airport criteria:
 Refer to Section 1.7 'Airport Criteria Settings'.

WEATHER AND NOTAM INFORMATION (OPTIONAL)

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Textual weather and NOTAM information can be viewed several different ways.
Viewing airport weather/NOTAM information:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint.
2) Enter the desired waypoint identifier.

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3) Touch the Weather or NOTAM Tab.
Or:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch Apt WX.

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3) Touch the desired Nearest Airport Weather from the list.
Or:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Weather.
2) Touch Products, and touch METAR.

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3) Touch the desired METAR flag.
4) Touch the Map Feature Button with the desired identifier displayed (refer to
'Map Panning' in the Overview Section for more information). The weather
information is displayed.
Or:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map.
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2) Touch the desired METAR Flag (If the METAR flags are not displayed, adjust
the settings from the Set Up > Weather menu option).
3) Touch the Map Feature Button with the desired identifier displayed (refer to
'Map Panning' in the Overview Section for more information). The weather
information is displayed.
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METAR Selected
Overview
Navigation

Map
Feature
Button Weather Information

ACCESSING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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In addition to airport and weather information, additional information for VORs,

NDBs, Intersections, User Waypoints, Cities, ARTCCs, FSSs, and Airspace can be viewed
using the Waypoint Information function, the Nearest function, or the Map Panning
function.
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Additional Information
Intersection

User Wpt

Airspace
Airport

ARTCC
NDB
VOR

City

FSS
Additional Features

Identifier + + + + +
Frequency + + + + + +
Name + + + + + +
City + + + + +
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State + + + +
Type + + +
Morse Code + +
Radial +
Region + + + + +
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Bearing + + + + + + + +
Distance + + + + + + + + +

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Additional Information
Lat/Long + + + + + +

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Elevation (MSL) + +
Fuel Available +
Time Zone (UTC Offset) +
Runway Information +

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AOPA +
Weather +
Controlling Agency +
Vertical Boundaries +

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Class +

INTERSECTIONS
Intersection information can be viewed using the Waypoint Information function, the

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Nearest function, or the Map Panning function.
The Nearest Intersection function can be used to quickly find an intersection close to
the flight path. The list only includes Intersections that are within 200nm. If there are
no Intersections within the range, text indicating that there are no nearest intersections

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is displayed.
Selecting an intersection:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint.
2) Touch the Waypoint Identifier Field to begin entering the desired
intersection. Refer to the Overview Section on 'Data Entry' for more
information.
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Or:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch INT.
3) Touch the desired intersection from the list.
Or:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Map.

2) Touch the desired Intersection on the map.

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3) Touch the Map Feature Button with the desired intersection displayed (refer
to the Overview Section on 'Map Panning' for more information). The
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intersection information is displayed.

NDBS
NDB information can be viewed using the Waypoint Information function, the
Nearest function, or the Map Panning function.
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The Nearest NDB function can be used to quickly find a NDB close to the flight path.
The list only includes NDBs that are within 200nm. If there are no NDBs in the list, text
indicating that there are no nearest NDBs is displayed.
Selecting an NDB:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint.

2) Touch the Waypoint Identifier Field to begin entering the desired NDB.
Refer to the Overview Section on 'Data Entry' for more information.
Or:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.

2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch NDB.
3) Touch the desired NDB from the list.
Or:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Map.

2) Touch the desired NDB on the map.
3) Touch the Map Feature Button with the desired NDB displayed (refer to the
Overview Section on 'Map Panning' for more information). The intersection
information is displayed.
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VORS
VOR information can be viewed using the Waypoint Information function, the
Nearest function, or the Map Panning function.
The Nearest VOR function can be used to quickly find a VOR close to the flight path.
The list only includes VORs that are within 200nm. If there are no VORs in the list, text
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Localizer information cannot be viewed for the VOR. If a VOR station is combined
with a TACAN station it is listed as a VORTAC, and if it includes only DME it is displayed

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as VOR-DME.
Selecting a VOR:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint.
2) Touch the Waypoint Identifier Field to begin entering the desired VOR.

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Refer to the Overview Section on 'Data Entry' for more information.
Or:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch VOR.

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3) Touch the desired VOR from the list.
Or:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map.
2) Touch the desired VOR on the map.

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3) Touch the Map Feature Button with the desired VOR displayed (refer to the
Overview Section on 'Map Panning' for more information). The intersection
information is displayed.

USER WAYPOINTS

Additional Features
The aera 760 can create and store up to 3,000 user-defined waypoints. Once a
waypoint has been created, it can be renamed, deleted, or moved. Appendices

User Waypoints
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Creating user waypoints:

1) To create a new user waypoint at the current location or using the Map
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Pointer:
a) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > User Waypoints > Menu.
b) Touch Create Waypoint.
Or:
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a) With a map displayed, touch an empty area without any map features.
b) Touch the Map Feature Button.
c) Touch Save.
Or:
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a) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > GPS Info > Position Tab >
Menu.
b) Touch Mark Waypoint.
2) Enter the desired user waypoint name (up to 10 characters) and touch
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Enter. Refer to the Overview Section on 'Data Entry' for more information.
3) If changing the User Waypoint settings (symbol, altitude, location, or
reference waypoints) continue with Step 4.
4) If desired, touch the Symbol Field to change the symbol that will appear
on the map.
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a) Touch the desired symbol.

b) Touch OK.
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User Waypoint Symbols

5) If desired, touch the Altitude Field
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a) Enter the desired altitude using the keypad or the +/- buttons. Refer to
the Overview Section on 'Data Entry' for more information.
b) Touch Enter.
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6) If desired, touch the Location Field.

a) Touch the arrows to move the blue cursor and use the keypad to enter

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the desired latitude and longitude.
b) Touch Enter.

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User Waypoint Location

7) If desired, touch the Menu Icon and touch 'Reference Waypoints' to enter a
bearing and distance from another waypoint or the bearing from two other
waypoints to define a new waypoint location.

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a) Touch the Waypoint Field(s) to enter the desired waypoint.
b) Touch the Bearing and/or Distance Fields to enter the desired values.
c) Touch OK.

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Reference Waypoints
Appendices

Selecting and viewing nearest user waypoints:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch User WPT.
3) Touch the desired User Waypoint. The User Waypoint information is
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Editing or renaming a user waypoint:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > User Waypoints > User Tab.
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2) Touch the desired User Waypoint. The option menu automatically displays.
3) Touch Edit Waypoint.
4) Touch the desired field to edit:
a) Touch the Name Button.
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b) Enter the desired user waypoint name (up to 10 characters). Refer to

the Overview Section on 'Data Entry' for more information.
Or:
a) Touch the Symbol Button.
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b) Touch the desired symbol.

Or:
a) Touch the Altitude Button.
b) Enter the desired altitude. Refer to the Overview Section on 'Data
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Entry' for more information.

Or:
a) Touch the Location Button.
b) Enter the desired latitude and longitude by touching the left/right
arrows to move the cursor, and the up/down arrows to change the
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value.
5) Touch Enter.
Deleting user waypoints:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > User Waypoints > User Tab.
2) Delete a single waypoint, delete all waypoints, delete by symbol or delete
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by distance:
a) Touch the desired User Waypoint. The option menu automatically
displays
b) Touch the 'Delete Waypoint' menu option. The confirmation window
will appear.
Or:
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a) Touch the Menu Icon.

b) Touch the 'Delete All' menu option. The confirmation window will
appear.
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Or:
a) Touch the Menu Icon.

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b) Touch the 'Delete by Symbol' menu option.
c) Touch the desired symbol to delete. The symbol will be highlighted
blue.
d) Touch the OK icon. The confirmation window will appear.

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Or:
a) Touch the Menu Icon.
b) Touch the 'Delete by Distance' menu option.
c) If desired, touch the From Field and touch 'Current Location'

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(default), 'Use Identifier', or 'Use Map' from the option menu.
d) If desired, touch the 'Less Than/More Than' Button, and touch the
Distance Field to enter the desired distance.
e) Touch the OK icon. The confirmation window will appear.
3) Touch Yes.

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CITIES
City information can be viewed using the Waypoint Information function, the Nearest
function, or the Map Panning function.

Additional Features
The Nearest City function can be used to quickly find a city close to the flight path.
The list only includes cities that are within 200nm. If there are no cities in the list, text
indicating that there are no nearest cities is displayed.
Select a city:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint > Info Tab.
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2) Touch the Waypoint Identifier Field.

3) Touch Find > Search City Tab > Search by City.
4) Enter the desired city using the keypad and touch Enter. Refer to the
Overview Section on 'Data Entry' for more information.
Or:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
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2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch City.

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3) Touch the desired Nearest City from the list.

Or:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Map.

2) Touch the desired city symbol on the map.
3) Touch the Map Feature Button with the desired city displayed (refer to
the Overview Section on 'Map Panning' for more information). The city
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information is displayed.

ARTCC
ARTCC information can be viewed using the Nearest function.
The Nearest ARTCC function can be used to quickly find a ARTCC close to the flight
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path. The list only includes ARTCC that are within 200nm. If there are no ARTCCs in
the list, text indicating that there are no nearest ARTCCs is displayed.
Select an ARTCC:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
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2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch ARTCC.

FSS
FSS information can be viewed using the Nearest function.
Additional Features

The Nearest FSS function can be used to quickly find a FSS close to the flight path.
The list only includes FSS that are within 200nm. If there are no FSSs in the list, text
indicating that there are no nearest FSSs is displayed.
Select an FSS:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
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2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch FSS.
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AIRSPACE
The Nearest Airspace function and Airspace Alerts provide information about

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airspaces and the location of the aircraft in relationship to them. The Nearest Airspace
function can be used to quickly find airspaces close to the flight path.
The Nearest Airspace function displays the class of airspace, controlling agency,
vertical boundaries, and status.

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Selecting and viewing nearest airspaces:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch Airspace.
3) Touch the desired airspace from the list. The airspace information is

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displayed.
4) If desired, touch 'Frequencies' to view frequencies associated with that
airspace.

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Additional Features
Nearest Airspace

Airspace Alert Messages

If airspace alarms are set to 'On' (default is 'Off'), the aera 760 will display a message
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which includes the airspace name, time to entry (if applicable), and status. Touch the
message to acknowledge it.
There are four types of status information:
• Ahead—Projected to enter the airspace within the next 10 minutes or less
• Near—Within two nautical miles of an airspace but not projected to enter it.
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• Near & Ahead—Project to enter the airspace within two nautical miles.
• Inside Airspace—Within the boundaries of the airspace.

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Airspace alert setup:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Airspace.
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2) Touch the desired On/Off Button(s).

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Airspace Alert Message

Smart Airspace™
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Smart Airspace shows airspace at and immediately surrounding the aircraft’s current
altitude in bold. Airspaces at all other altitudes are de-emphasized.
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Bold Airspace

De-emphasized
Airspace
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Smart Airspace™
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Smart Airspace setup:

Overview
NOTE: Smart Airspace selection is not available if the Map Type is set to
'IFR' instead of 'VFR' since IFR flights do not have the same operational
concerns with airspace.
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.

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2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch Airspace.
3) Touch the 'Smart Airspace' On/Off Button.

Airspace Altitude Labels

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Airspace labels are displayed on any airspace visible on the Navigation Map,
worldwide. With Smart Airspace configured, the labels are deemphasized when
appropriate. Range visibility and label size are configured under the 'Airspace' Map
Setup Menu.
Airspace altitude label setup:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch Airspace.
3) Touch the Down Button to view the Altitude Labels configuration
options.

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4) Select the desired range visibility and/or text size.

Airspace
Altitude
Label
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Airspace Altitude Labels (Map Page) Airspace Altitude Labels (Map Setup Page)
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2.6 DIRECT-TO NAVIGATION

Overview

The Direct-to method of navigation, initiated by pressing the Direct To Icon is

quicker to use than a flight plan when the desire is to navigate to a single point such
as a nearby airport.
The Direct To Icon is available on the Button Bar.
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Once a direct-to is activated, the aera 760 establishes a point-to-point course line
from the present position to the selected direct-to destination. Course guidance is
provided until the direct-to is replaced with a new direct-to or flight plan, or cancelled.
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Direct To
Additional Features

Entering a direct-to destination:

1) When available, touch the Direct To Icon.
2) Touch the Flight Plan, Nearest, or Recent Tab.
3) Touch the desired waypoint.
4) Touch Activate.
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Or:
1) When available, touch the Direct To Icon.
2) From the Waypoint Tab, touch Select Waypoint.
3) Enter a waypoint identifier using the keypad and touch Enter.
Or:
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a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Recent, Nearest Airports, Flight Plan, or User Tab.

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c) Touch the desired waypoint.

Or:

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a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Search Name Tab.
c) Touch Search by Facility Name.
d) Enter the desired Facility Name using the keypad.

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e) Touch Enter.
Or:
a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Search City Tab.

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c) Touch Search by City.
d) Enter the desired City using the keypad.
e) Touch Enter.
4) Touch Activate.

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Entering a direct-to and hold:
1) Using the above procedure, enter the desired waypoint to hold at.
2) Touch Hold. The Hold At Waypoint window is displayed.
3) Touch the Course button to enter the desired inbound or outbound course

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using the keypad and touch Enter.
4) Touch the Direction button to toggle between Inbound or Outbound for
the course direction.
5) Touch the Leg Type button to toggle between Time or Distance for the
leg type.
6) Touch the Turn button to toggle between Right Turn or Left Turn for the
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turn direction.
7) Touch the Leg Time/Leg Distance button to enter the time/distance using
the arrow buttons (time) or keypad (distance) and touch Enter.
8) Touch the EFC (Expect Further Clearance) Time button to enter the EFC
time using the arrow buttons and touch Enter.
9) Touch the Load button to add the hold to the flight plan.
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10) Touch Activate Hold.

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Selecting a nearby airport as a direct-to destination:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Nearest.
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2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar, and touch Airport.
3) Touch the desired nearest airport.
4) Touch Direct To .
5) Touch Activate.
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Selecting a waypoint as a direct-to destination using the pointer:

1) With a map displayed, activate the map pointer by touching the desired
waypoint. If no airport, NAVAID, or User Waypoint exists at the desired
location, a temporary waypoint named 'Map Pointer' is automatically
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created at the location of the map pointer.

2) Touch Direct .
3) Touch Activate.
Cancelling a direct-to:
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1) While navigating a Direct To Flight Plan, touch the Direct To Icon.

2) Touch Stop Navigation.
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SECTION 3 FLIGHT PLANNING

Overview
3.1 INTRODUCTION
Flight planning on the aera 760 consists of building a flight plan by entering

Navigation
waypoints one at a time and inserting approaches as needed. The flight plan is
displayed on maps using different line widths, colors, and types, based on the type of
leg and the segment of the flight plan currently being flown.
Up to 50 flight plans with up to 300 waypoints each can be created and stored

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in memory. One flight plan can be activated at a time and becomes the active flight
plan. The active flight plan is erased when the destination is reached and the system
is turned off. When storing flight plans with an approach, the aera 760 uses the
waypoint information from the current database to define the waypoints. If the
database is changed or updated, the aera 760 automatically updates the information

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if the procedure has not been modified. If an approach is no longer available, the
procedure is deleted from the affected stored flight plan(s), and an alert is displayed.

DATA FIELDS
The Active and Saved Flight Plan Data Fields can be changed by touching the Data
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Field Buttons at the top of the flight plan.
Changing the information shown in the flight plan data fields:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Active Flight Plan.
Or:
a) From the Main Menu, touch Flight Plan List.
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b) Touch the desired Saved Flight Plan from the list. An option menu
appears.
c) Touch Edit.
2) Touch the desired Data Field Button at the top of the Flight Plan.
3) Touch to select the desired Data Field from the list. The currently selected
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Data Field is outlined blue.

4) If desired, repeat Steps 2-3 for the remaining Data Fields.

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Data Field Button

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Flight Plan Data Fields

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3.2 FLIGHT PLAN CREATION

The active flight plan is the flight plan to which the aera 760 is currently providing
guidance, and is shown on the navigation maps. Stored flight plans are flight plans
available for activation (becomes the active flight plan).
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Data Fields
Additional Features

Active
Leg

Option
Menu
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Active Flight Plan

Creating an active flight plan:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Active Flight Plan.
2) Touch Add Waypoint.
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3) Enter a waypoint identifier using the keypad and touch Enter.

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Or:

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a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Recent, Nearest Airports, Flight Plan, or User Tab.
c) Touch the desired waypoint.
Or:
a) Touch Find.

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b) Touch the Search Name Tab.
c) Touch Search by Facility Name.
d) Enter the desired Facility Name using the keypad.
e) Touch Enter.

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Or:
a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Search City Tab.
c) Touch Search by City.

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d) Enter the desired City using the keypad.
e) Touch Enter.
4) If duplicate entries exist for the entered facility name or location, duplicate
waypoints are displayed. Touch the desired waypoint from the list.

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5) Repeat Steps 2-4 to enter each additional waypoint.
Creating a stored flight plan:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Flight Plan List > Menu > New Flight
Plan.
2) Touch Add Waypoint.
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3) Enter a waypoint identifier using the keypad and touch Enter.

Or:
a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Recent, Nearest Airports, Flight Plan, or User Tab.
c) Touch the desired waypoint.
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a) Touch Find.
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b) Touch the Search Name Tab.

c) Touch Search by Facility Name.
d) Enter the desired Facility Name using the keypad.
e) Touch Enter.
Or:
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a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Search City Tab.
c) Touch Search by City.
d) Enter the desired City using the keypad.
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e) Touch Enter.
4) If duplicate entries exist for the entered facility name or location, duplicate
waypoints are displayed. Touch the desired waypoint from the list.
5) Repeat Steps 2-4 to enter each additional waypoint.
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ADDING WAYPOINTS TO AN EXISTING FLIGHT PLAN

Waypoints can be added to the active flight plan or any stored flight plan. Choose
the flight plan, select the desired point of insertion, enter the waypoint, and it is added
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in front of the selected waypoint. Flight plans are limited to 300 waypoints (including
approach waypoints).
Adding a waypoint to an active or stored flight plan:
1) With an active or saved flight plan displayed, touch the desired point of
insertion. An option menu will appear.
2) Touch Insert Before or Insert After.
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3) Enter a waypoint identifier using the keypad and touch Enter.

Or:
a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Recent, Nearest Airports, Flight Plan, or User Tab.
c) Touch the desired waypoint.
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a) Touch Find.

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b) Touch the Search Name Tab.
c) Touch Search by Facility Name.
d) Enter the desired Facility Name using the keypad.
e) Touch Enter.
Or:

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a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Search City Tab.
c) Touch Search by City.
d) Enter the desired City using the keypad.

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e) Touch Enter.
4) If duplicate entries exist for the entered facility name or location, duplicate
waypoints are displayed. Touch the desired waypoint from the list.

AIRWAYS

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Airways may be added as legs in flight plans with any waypoint that is part of an
airway, such as a VOR.
to the flight plan:

Additional Features
1) With an active or saved flight plan displayed, touch the desired waypoint
that is part of an airway. An options menu will appear.
2) Touch Load Airway. The Load Airway window is displayed.
3) Touch the Airway button to display a list of airways the waypoint is a part
of.
4) Touch the Exit button to display a list of exit waypoints which are part of
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the selected airway.

5) If desired, touch Sort Alpha to sort the list alphabetically.
6) Touch the desired exit waypoint from the list.
7) Touch Load.
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Touch the waypoint

that is part of an
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airway
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Touch Touch to Touch to Touch to add

Load choose the de- choose the the airway to
Airway
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sired airway desired exit the flight plan

point
Adding an Airway to a Flight Plan
After loading the airway, it is inserted into the flight plan. The airway waypoints are
displayed below the Airway button in the flight plan.
Airway Button: Touch to
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edit or remove the airway

Additional Features

Touch Menu > Collapse

Airways to show/hide the list of
waypoints along the airway
Airway Loaded - Active Flight Plan Page and Map Page
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Show/hide the list of waypoints along an airway in the flight plan:

1) After an airway has been added to the flight plan, touch Menu >
Collapse Airways to hide the list of waypoints along the airway.
2) Touch Menu > Collapse Airways again to show the list of waypoints
along the airway.
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Editing an airway in the flight plan:

1) After an airway has been added to the flight plan, touch the Airway button.

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2) Touch Select Airway from the menu to edit the airway and/or exit point.

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Removing an airway from the flight plan:
1) After an airway has been added to the flight plan, touch the Airway button.
2) Touch Remove Airway.

HOLDING PATTERNS

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Holding patterns may be added to existing waypoints within the flight plan.
Adding a holding pattern to the flight plan:
1) With an active or saved flight plan displayed, touch the desired waypoint to
hold at. An option menu will appear.

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2) Touch Hold At Waypoint. The Hold At Waypoint window is displayed.
3) Touch the Course button to enter the desired inbound or outbound course
using the keypad and touch Enter.
4) Touch the Direction button to toggle between Inbound or Outbound for

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the course direction.
5) Touch the Leg Type button to toggle between Time or Distance for the
leg type.
6) Touch the Turn button to toggle between Right Turn or Left Turn for the
turn direction.

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7) Touch the Leg Time/Leg Distance button to enter the time/distance using
the arrow buttons (time) or keypad (distance) and touch Enter.
8) Touch the EFC (Expect Further Clearance) Time button to enter the EFC
time using the arrow buttons and touch Enter.
9) Touch the Load Hold button to add the hold to the flight plan.
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Touch the waypoint Touch each button to update course,

to add a hold at that direction, leg type/time, turn direction,
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waypoint and EFC time

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Touch Touch to load

Hold At hold to the
Waypoint flight plan
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Adding a Hold to a Flight Plan

Activating, editing, exiting, or removing a holding pattern:
1) After a hold has been added to the flight plan, touch the Hold button. The
Hold Options menu is displayed.
2) Touch Activate Hold to activate the holding pattern.
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Or:
Touch Edit Hold to display the Hold At Waypoint window and make
changes to the hold.
Or:
Additional Features

Touch Exit Hold to exit the holding pattern.

Or:
Touch Remove Hold to remove the holding pattern from the flight plan.
Hold Button: Touch to display
Hold Options menu
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Index

Touch a hold option to activate, Hold East of JLI, right turns

edit, exit, or remove a hold
Hold Loaded - Active Flight Plan Page and Map Page

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TRANSFERRING FLIGHT PLANS USING CONNEXT

Overview
The aera 760 can share flight plans with other devices using Connext, such as other
Garmin portables, panel mount navigators, and the Garmin Pilot app on iPad and
Android tablets. Once paired over Bluetooth, the user can decide how flight plans are
shared between devices. From the Main Menu, go to Tools > Setup > Connext to
configure the aera 760's flight plan sharing behavior.

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No Transfer Ignore received flight plans
Incoming
Flight Plan Require Action Display a popup to confirm receiving a flight plan

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Mode
Automatically update active flight plan with changes
Automatic
from other devices

Outgoing Require Action Only send flight plans from Active Flight Plan page
Flight Plan
Automatically send active flight plan to connected

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Mode Automatic
devices as it updates

In the case that aera 760 didn't receive a flight plan update when expected to, the
aera can request the most recent flight plan from the connected equipment. To pull an
active flight plan from the connected equipment, go to Man Menu > Active Flight

Additional Features
Plan > Connext > Load FPL.
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Pulling Flight Plan From Connected Device

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All flight plan transfers will send or update the aera 760's active flight plan, unless
a Direct-to destination is active. While navigating to a Direct-to destination, the aera
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760 will send flight plan updates as long as Outgoing Flight Plan Mode is set to
Require Action or Automatic. Note the aera 760 can send Direct-to destinations to
other portable devices and the Garmin Pilot app; Direct-to destinations can't be sent
to panel-mount navigators over Connext.
Navigation

When receiving Direct-to destinations, the aera 760 will use the Incoming Flight
Plan Mode setting. Require Action will update only the Direct To page, but not start
navigation. Automatic will automatically receive the destination and start direct-to
navigation.
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Receiving a Flight Plan While Set to Require Action

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3.3 FLIGHT PLAN STORAGE

The aera 760 can store up to 50 flight plans. The active flight plan is erased when
another flight plan is activated. Details about each stored flight plan can be viewed
using the Flight Plan List function.
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Viewing information about a stored flight plan:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Flight Plan List.
2) Touch the desired saved flight plan. An option menu is displayed.
3) Touch Edit.
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Overview
Navigation
Flight Plan List

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Storing an active flight plan:
1) With the Active Flight Plan displayed, touch Menu.
2) Touch Save Copy. A confirmation window appears.
3) Touch Yes. A copy of the flight plan is stored in the next available position
in the Flight Plan List.

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3.4 FLIGHT PLAN ACTIVATION
Activating a stored flight plan erases the active flight plan and replaces it with a copy
of the flight plan being activated. Inverting a stored flight plan reverses the waypoint

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order, erases the active flight plan, and replaces it with the flight plan being activated
(the stored flight plan is not changed).
Activating a stored flight plan:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Flight Plan List.
2) Touch the desired saved flight plan. An option menu is displayed.
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3) Touch Activate. A confirmation window appears.

4) Touch Yes.
Activating a Flight Plan Leg:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Active Flight Plan.
2) While navigating an active flight plan, touch the desired leg to be activated.
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An option menu automatically appears.

3) Touch Activate Leg.
4) Touch Yes.

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EDITING SPEED AND FUEL FLOW

Overview

Adjusting the Flight Plan cruise speed and fuel flow:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Flight Plan List.
2) Touch the desired saved flight plan. An option menu is displayed.
3) Touch Edit.
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4) Touch Plan Fuel and/or Plan Spd Fields to enter the desired value using
the keypad and touch Enter.
Or:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Active Flight Plan.
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2) Touch Plan Fuel and/or Plan Spd Fields to enter the desired value using
the keypad and touch Enter.
If Plan Fuel or Plan Spd aren't present in the Active Flight Plan page, it's necessary
to change the page's data fields to show fuel and speed related variables. Selecting
Cumulative Fuel or Leg Fuel data fields will show the Plan Fuel value. Selecting
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Cumulative ETE, Cumulative Fuel, Estimated Time of Arrival, Leg ETE, or Leg Fuel data
fields will show the Plan Spd value.
Editing these values in the Flight Plan List or Active Flight Plan pages will apply
to flight plans until the aera 760 unit is powered off. In order to edit these values
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permanently, go to Main Menu > Tools > Profile.

Flight Plan
Fuel Flow
Data
Flight Plan Fields
Cruise Speed
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Flight Plan Fuel Flow and Cruise Speed on Active Flight Plan Page
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COPYING FLIGHT PLANS

Overview
The aera 760 allows copying a flight plan into a new flight plan memory slot,
allowing editing, etc., without affecting the original flight plan. This can be used to
duplicate an existing stored flight plan for use in creating a modified version of the
original stored flight plan.

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Copying a stored flight plan:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Flight Plan List and touch the desired Flight
Plan.
2) Touch Copy > Yes.

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DELETING FLIGHT PLANS
Individual or all stored flight plans can be deleted from the aera 760 memory.
Deleting a stored flight plan:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Flight Plan List and touch the desired Flight

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Plan.
2) Touch Delete > Yes.
Deleting all stored flight plans:
 From the Main Menu, touch Flight Plan List > Menu > Delete All >

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Yes.
NOTE: The changes made to the active flight plan affect navigation as soon as
they are entered. Editing the active flight plan does not affect any saved flight
plans. Waypoints in the final approach segment (such as the FAF or MAP) can
not be deleted individually.
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Deleting the Active Flight Plan:

 From the Main Menu, touch Active Flight Plan > Menu > Stop
Navigation.
Deleting an individual waypoint from the active flight plan:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Active Flight Plan.
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2) While navigating an active flight plan, touch the waypoint to be deleted.

An option menu appears.
3) Touch Remove > Yes.

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Deleting an individual waypoint from a saved flight plan:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Flight Plan List.

2) Touch the desired saved flight plan. An option menu is displayed.
3) Touch Edit.
4) Touch the desired waypoint to be deleted. An option menu appears.
5) Touch Remove > Yes.
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INVERTING A FLIGHT PLAN

Any flight plan may be inverted (reversed) for navigation back to the original
departure point. All procedures will be removed from the flight plan after inverting.
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Inverting the active flight plan:

 From the Main Menu, touch Active Flight Plan > Menu > Invert >
Yes.

3.5 PROCEDURES
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NOTE: With the exception of Charted Visual Flight Procedures (CVFPs), visual
approaches do not have associated approach charts.
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NOTE: The aera 760 provides lateral guidance for visual and GPS/RNAV
approaches. The moving map pages can also be used as an aid to situational
awareness for ILS, VOR, and NDB approaches (and non-precision localizer-
based approaches), but an appropriate radio navigational aid MUST be used
for primary approach course guidance for non-GPS approaches.
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The aera 760 supports non-precision and precision approaches to airports with
published instrument approach procedures. The aera 760 can also provide visual
approach guidance to most airports. Approach procedures are not the same as the
approach plates available in ChartView or FliteCharts, which are separate databases.
Procedures are available from the Menu on the Active Flight Plan or New Flight
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DEPARTURE PROCEDURES

Overview
A Departure Procedure (DP) is loaded at the departure airport in the flight plan.
Only one departure can be loaded at a time in a flight plan. If a departure is loaded
when another departure is already in the active flight plan, the new departure replaces
the previous departure. The route is defined by selection of a departure, the transition
waypoint, and a runway.

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LOADING A DEPARTURE
Loading a departure from the active or saved flight plan:
1) With the flight plan displayed, touch Menu.

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2) Touch Select Departure.
3) Confirm the intended airport is displayed or touch the Airport Button, select
the desired airport, and touch Enter.
4) Touch to select the desired departure.

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5) Touch to select the desired runway.
6) Touch to select the desired transition waypoint.
7) Touch Load Departure.
Touch each button to select the desired
Touch the Select departure, runway, and transition

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Departure Button waypoint
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Touch to load
the departure
Loading a Departure Procedure
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REMOVING A DEPARTURE
Overview

Removing a loaded departure from the active or saved flight plan:

1) From the Flight Plan with the loaded departure, touch the Departure
Button.
2) Touch Remove Departure.
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CHANGING A DEPARTURE
Changing a loaded departure from the active or saved flight plan:
1) From the Flight Plan with the loaded departure, touch the Departure
Button.
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2) Touch Select Departure. The Select Departure Page is displayed.

3) Select the desired departure, runway, and transition waypoint.
4) Touch Load Departure.
Departure Button: Touch to dis-
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play Departure Options menu

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Touch a departure option to Departure

edit or remove a departure procedure
Departure Procedure Loaded - Active Flight Plan Page and Map Page
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ARRIVAL PROCEDURES

Overview
A Standard Terminal Arrival (STAR) can be loaded at any airport with a published
arrival procedure. Only one arrival can be loaded at a time in a flight plan. If an
arrival is loaded when another arrival is already in the active flight plan, the new
arrival replaces the previous arrival. The route is defined by selection of an arrival, the
transition waypoint, and a runway.

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LOADING AN ARRIVAL
Loading an arrival from the active or saved flight plan:
1) With the flight plan displayed, touch Menu.

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2) Touch Select Arrival.
3) Confirm the intended airport is displayed or touch the Airport Button, select
the desired airport, and touch Enter.
4) Touch to select the desired arrival.

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5) Touch to select the desired transition waypoint.
6) Touch to select the desired runway if necessary.
7) Touch Load Arrival.
Touch each button to select the desired
Touch the Select arrival, transition waypoint, and

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Arrival Button runway
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Touch to load
the arrival
Loading a Arrival Procedure
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REMOVING AN ARRIVAL
Overview

Removing a loaded arrival from the active or saved flight plan:

1) From the Flight Plan with the loaded arrival, touch the Arrival Button.
2) Touch Remove Arrival.

CHANGING AN ARRIVAL
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Changing a loaded arrival from the active or saved flight plan:

1) From the Flight Plan with the loaded arrival, touch the Arrival Button.
2) Touch Select Arrival. The Select Arrival Page is displayed.
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3) Select the desired arrival, transition waypoint, and runway.

4) Touch Load Arrival.
Arrival Button: Touch to display
Arrival Options menu
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Additional Features

Touch an arrival option to edit Arrival

or remove an arrival procedure
Arrival Procedure Loaded - Active Flight Plan Page and Map Page
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APPROACH PROCEDURES

Overview
Only one approach can be loaded at a time in a flight plan. If an approach is loaded
when another approach is already in the active flight plan, the new approach replaces
the previous approach. The route is defined by selection of an approach and the
transition waypoint.

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SELECTING AN APPROACH
Selecting an approach from the active or saved flight plan:
1) With the flight plan displayed, touch Menu.
2) Touch Select Approach.

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3) Confirm the intended airport is displayed or touch the Airport Button, select
the desired airport, and touch Enter.
4) Touch to select the desired approach. Selections are listed according to
approach type: instrument first, visual second.

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5) Touch to select the desired transition waypoint or Vectors.
6) Touch Load Approach. The Active Flight Plan Page will be displayed.
The approach waypoints are placed at the end of the flight plan and the
unit will automatically sequence to them after the en route waypoints.
Or:

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Touch Activate Approach. Activating the approach makes the active
leg Direct-To the selected transition waypoint, or for Vector approaches
to activate a leg that is an extended final approach course. You can also
“activate” the approach from the Flight Plan by touching the Approach
Button > Menu > Activate Approach, if the approach is not activated
on this page.
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Touch the Select Touch each button to select the desired ap-
Approach Button proach and transition waypoint/vectors
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Touch to load
or activate the
approach
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Selecting an Approach
Selecting an approach using the Direct To function:
1) Touch the Direct To Icon.
2) Touch the Menu Icon.
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3) Touch Select Approach (only available when navigating a flight plan).

4) Confirm the intended airport is displayed or touch the Airport Button, select
the desired airport, and touch Enter.
5) Touch to select the desired approach. Selections are listed according to
approach type: instrument first, visual second.
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6) Touch to select the desired transition waypoint or Vectors.

7) Touch Load Approach. The Active Flight Plan Page will be displayed.
The approach waypoints are placed at the end of the flight plan and the
unit will automatically sequence to them after the en route waypoints.
Or:
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Touch Activate Approach. Activating the approach makes the active

leg Direct-To the selected transition waypoint, or for Vector approaches
to activate a leg that is an extended final approach course. You can also
“activate” the approach from the Flight Plan by touching the Approach
Button > Menu > Activate Approach, if the approach is not activated
on this page.
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RESUMING THE FLIGHT PLAN

Overview
Resuming the Flight Plan after activating an approach:
Whenever an approach is selected and activated the procedure is added to the end
of the flight plan and the aera 760 immediately begins to provide guidance to the
first waypoint in the approach. Follow the steps below to resume the flight plan after
activating the approach.

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Active Flight Plan.
Or:

Touch the Direct To Icon.

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2) With a flight plan and an approach activated, touch the Menu Icon.
3) Touch Resume Flight Plan.

REMOVING AN APPROACH
Removing a loaded approach from the active or saved flight plan:

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1) From the Flight Plan with the loaded approach, touch the Approach Button.
2) Touch Remove Approach.

CHANGING AN APPROACH

Additional Features
Changing a loaded approach from the active or saved flight plan:
1) From the Flight Plan with the loaded approach, touch the Approach Button.
2) Touch Select Approach. The Select Approach Page is displayed.
3) Select the desired approach and transition waypoint.
4) Touch Load Approach.
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Or:
Touch Activate Approach. Activating the approach makes the active
leg Direct-To the selected transition waypoint, or for Vector approaches
to activate a leg that is an extended final approach course. You can also
“activate” the approach from the Flight Plan by touching the Approach
Button > Menu > Activate Approach, if the approach is not activated
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Approach Button: Touch to display

Approach Options menu
Overview
Navigation

Touch an approach option to acti- Approach

vate approach, activate vectors- procedure
to-final, activate missed approach,
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edit or remove an approach

Approach Procedure - Active Flight Plan Page and Map Page

ACTIVATING VECTORS-TO-FINAL
After an approach has been activated, the 'Activate Vectors-to-Final' option is used
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when being vectored to the final approach course by Air Traffic Control (ATC).
With the approach activated, the Map Page displays an extension of the final
approach course in magenta and “vtf” appears as part of the active leg on the Map
page (as a reminder the approach was activated with vectors-to-final).
Additional Features

Activating Vectors-to-Final:
1) From the Active Flight Plan Page (with an approach activated), touch the
Menu Icon.
2) Touch the Approach Button.
3) Touch Activate Vectors-to-Final.
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Vectors-to- Final Course

Final Symbol Extension

Overview
Navigation
Vectors-to-Final (Active Flight Plan) Vectors-to-Final (Map)

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FLYING THE MISSED APPROACH
Upon reaching the Final Approach Fix (FAF), the aera 760 continues to give guidance
along an extension of the final course segment (FAF to MAP) until the missed approach
procedure is initiated.

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Activating/Suspending the missed approach upon reaching the
MAP:
1) Upon reaching the MAP, a pop-up window is displayed.
2) Touch the Remain Suspended Button to continue with sequencing
suspended.

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Or:
Touch Activate GPS Missed Approach for guidance to the Missed
Approach Hold Point.
Activating the missed approach prior to the MAP:
1) Activating the missed approach prior to the MAP is accomplished from the
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Active Flight Plan Page. Touch the Approach Button on the Active Flight
Plan Page. The approach options are displayed.
2) Touch Activate Vectors-to-Final. The aera 760 will continue to provide
guidance along the final approach course. Upon reaching the MAP, the unit
will automatically sequence to the first leg of the missed approach.
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TRANSITIONING FROM MANUAL SEQUENCING BACK TO

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AUTOMATIC SEQUENCING
During an approach, the aera 760 automatically sequences through each leg of
the approach, except in some situations where automatic sequencing of approach
waypoints is suspended. This normally appears at holding patterns, upon crossing the
missed approach point (MAP), for Climb to Altitude legs, and for Hold to Altitude legs.
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Suspending/Unsuspending automatic sequencing of waypoints:

1) When automatic sequencing of approach waypoints is suspended, a pop-up
window is displayed.
2) Touch the Remain Suspended Button to continue with sequencing
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suspended.
Or:
Touch Unsuspend to resume automatic sequencing.
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Additional Features
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SECTION 4 HAZARD AVOIDANCE

Overview
4.1 WEATHER
WEATHER DATA SOURCES
When multiple weather information sources are detected, the weather data source

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options are available. There are four possible options available for selection through
the Setup Page or Weather Page; Auto, SiriusXM, GDL FIS-B, and Internet. The default
selection is ‘Auto.’ Data from the selected weather source will apply to all weather
shown on the Map Page, Waypoint Page, Weather Page, Nearest Page, and configurable

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data fields.
Selecting the weather data source:
1) From the Main Menu, touch the Weather > Menu > Data Source.
2) Touch the desired weather source (Auto, SiriusXM, GDL FIS-B, or Internet).

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Or:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Weather.
2) Touch the desired weather source (Auto, SiriusXM, GDL FIS-B, or Internet).

USING WEATHER PRODUCTS

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WARNING: Do not use data link weather information for maneuvering in,
near, or around areas of hazardous weather. Information contained within
data link weather products may not accurately depict current weather
conditions.
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WARNING: Do not use the indicated data link weather product age to
determine the age of the weather information shown by the datalink weather
product. Due to time delays inherent in gathering and processing weather
data for data link transmission, the weather information shown by the data
link weather product may be significantly older than the indicated weather
product age.
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The setup menu for the Navigation Map controls the map range settings above which
weather products are decluttered from the display. If a map range larger than the
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weather product map range setting is selected, the weather product data is removed
from the map. For weather products such as Lightning and Storm Cells, the weather
product is displayed when a map range “smaller” than the weather product map
range setting is selected (Cloud Tops works inversely, displaying when a map range
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'larger' than the setting is selected). The menu also provides a means for enabling/
disabling display of weather products on the Navigation Map.
Additional information about many of the weather products can be displayed by
touching the object on the map.
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Viewing Weather products on the Navigation Map:

1) From the Main Menu touch the Map Icon.
2) Touch the Menu Icon.
3) Touch the Weather button.
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Viewing Weather products on the Weather Map:

1) From the Main Menu touch the Weather Icon.
2) Touch Products.
3) Touch the desired weather product(s).
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Viewing legends for displayed weather products:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Map.
Or:
a) From the Main Menu, touch Weather.
b) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar and touch the desired
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weather data.
2) Touch Menu.
3) Touch Weather Legend.
4) If desired, touch the buttons until the desired legend is displayed.
Animating weather:
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 With weather enabled and radar displayed, from the Main Menu, touch
Map or Weather > Menu > Animate Weather.

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SiriusXM® WEATHER

Overview
NOTE: The displayed weather products are dependant on the SiriusXM
Weather Data Service Package purchased.

The following SiriusXM devices can be used to display SiriusXM weather:

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Compatible SiriusXM Devices
GDL 51/51R

GDL 52/52R

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*Also additional support via Flight Stream

ACTIVATING SERVICES
Before SiriusXM Satellite Weather can be used, the service must be activated.

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Service is activated by providing SiriusXM Satellite Radio with a Radio ID unique to the
compatible SiriusXM device.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio uses the Radio ID to send an activation signal that allows
the aera to display weather data and/or entertainment programming provided through

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the compatible SiriusXM device.
Refer to the compatible SiriusXM device Owner’s Manual for more information on
activating SiriusXM Satellite Radio.

SiriusXM WEATHER INFORMATION

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• Radio ID—Eight-digit ID number used for activation.

• Service Level—SiriusXM Weather subscription plan purchased.
• Weather Products—List of weather features and age of weather data in minutes.
Accessing the Radio ID:
 From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Data Link.
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Overview
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Radio
ID
Accessing the SiriusXM Radio ID
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SiriusXM SATELLITE WEATHER PRODUCTS

Radar
NEXRAD (NEXt-generation RADar), is a network of multiple high-resolution Doppler
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radar sites that are operated by the National Weather Service (NWS). NEXRAD data
provides centralized meteorological information for the continental United States and
selected overseas locations. The maximum range of a single NEXRAD radar site is 250
nm. In addition to a wide array of services, the NEXRAD network provides important
information about severe weather and air traffic safety.
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NEXRAD data is not real-time. The lapsed time between collection, processing, and
dissemination of NEXRAD images can be significant and may not reflect the current
radar synopsis. Due to the inherent delays and the relative age of the data, it should
be used for long-range planning purposes only. Never use NEXRAD data or any radar
data to maneuver in or near areas of hazardous weather. Rather, use it in an early-
warning capacity of pre-departure and enroute evaluation.
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Data from all the NEXRAD radar sites in the United States is shown. This data
represents the base reflectivity from the individual radar sweeps. The display of the
information is color-coded to indicate the weather severity level.
The display of radar coverage is always active when NEXRAD is selected. Areas
where NEXRAD radar coverage is not currently available or is not being collected are
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indicated in grayish-purple. Radar capability exists in these areas, but it is not active
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Radar Abnormalities

Overview
There are possible abnormalities regarding displayed NEXRAD images. Some, but
not all, of those include:
• Ground clutter
• Strobes and spurious radar data

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• Sun strobes, when the radar antenna points directly at the sun
• Military aircraft deploy metallic dust (chaff) which can cause alterations in radar
scans
• Interference from buildings or mountains, which may cause shadows

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Radar Limitations
Certain limitations exist regarding the NEXRAD radar displays. Some, but not all, are
listed for the user’s awareness:

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• NEXRAD does not provide sufficient information to determine cloud layers
or precipitation characteristics (hail vs. rain). For example, it is not possible to
distinguish between wet snow, wet hail, and rain.
• NEXRAD base reflectivity is sampled at the minimum antenna elevation angle. An

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individual NEXRAD site cannot depict high altitude storms at close ranges, and
has no information about storms directly over the site.
• The composite reflectivity is the maximum dBZ reflectivity from any of the
reflectivity angles of the NEXRAD weather radar. (CONUS area only)
Radar Intensity
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Colors are used to identify the different NEXRAD echo intensities (reflectivity)
measured in dBZ (decibels of Z). “Reflectivity” (designated by the letter Z) is the
amount of transmitted power returned to the radar receiver. The dBZ values increase
as returned signal strength increases. Precipitation intensity is displayed using colors
corresponding to the dBZ values.
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Overview
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RADAR Legend Radar Data

Cloud Tops
Satellite observation of clouds is represented as temperature data, where colder tops
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are typically found at higher altitudes. This temperature data is transformed into cloud
top height contours, indicating the height of the cloud top in 5,000 foot increments.
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Additional Features

RADAR Legend Cloud Tops Data

Echo Tops
Echo Tops are derived from NEXRAD radar and indicate the highest altitude at which
precipitation is falling. Echo Tops at or above the altitude you select are displayed, in
5,000 foot increments up to 70,000 ft. Echo Tops can be helpful in determining the
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severity of thunderstorms.
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Echo Tops Data Echo Tops Altitudes

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Winds Aloft

Overview
Winds Aloft data shows the forecasted wind speed and direction at the surface and
at selected altitudes.
Winds Aloft are displayed using wind barbs or a wind streamline depending on
the selected range. The wind barbs indicate wind speed and direction. The wind
streamline indicates wind direction with arrows.

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The wind barbs always point in the direction the wind is coming from. The wind
speed is depicted using flags at the end of the wind barb. A short wind flag is 5 knots,
a long wind flag is 10 knots, and a triangle flag is 50 knots.

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Winds Aloft Data Winds Aloft Altitudes

Additional Features

Winds Streamlines Winds Barbs

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Temperatures Aloft
Overview

Temperature Aloft data shows the forecasted temperatures aloft in 3,000-foot

increments up to 39,000 feet MSL. For altitudes 18,000 feet and above the relative
ISA temperature is shown. Temperatures are color coded with temperatures near
and below freezing are shown as shades of blue, green for temperatures just above
freezing and shades of orange are used for warmer temperatures.
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Temperatures Aloft Data Temperatures Aloft Altitudes

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Lightning
Lightning data shows the approximate location of cloud-to-ground lightning strikes.
A strike icon represents a strike that has occurred within a two-kilometer region and
within the last seven minutes. The exact location of the lightning strike is not displayed.
Additional Features
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Lightning Data
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Storm Cells

Overview
The Storm Cells feature displays storms as well as the storm’s projected path in the
immediate future.
The direction of the storm is displayed by an arrow. The map range at which the
arrow is displayed depends on the storm cell's speed. The tip of the arrow indicates
where the storm should be in 15 minutes. Critical information about the storm cell

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(tops and intensity) can be viewed by selecting the storm cell with the map pointer.
Touching the Map Feature Button will display additional information.

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Storm Cell Data (Map) Additional Storm Cell Information

METARs and TAFs

Additional Features
NOTE: METAR information is only displayed within the installed aviation
database service area.

METAR (METeorological Aerodrome Report) is an international code used for

reporting weather observations. METARs are updated hourly or as needed. METARs
typically contain information about the temperature, dewpoint, wind, precipitation,
cloud cover, cloud heights, visibility, and barometric pressure. They can also contain
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information on precipitation amounts, lightning, and other critical data. If METAR data
is available for an airport, a color-coded flag is shown next to the airport.
TAF (Terminal Area Forecast) is the standard format for 24-hour weather forecasts.
TAFs may contain some of the same code as METAR data. It typically forecasts
significant weather changes, temporary changes, probable changes, and expected
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An abbreviated METAR can be viewed by selecting the METAR flag with the map
pointer. Touching the Map Feature Button will display additional information. METAR
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and TAF data can be displayed as raw or decoded text.

Map METAR
Feature Selected with
Button Map Pointer
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METAR Data (Map) Additional METAR Data

The METAR flag color is determined by the information in the METAR text.
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VFR (ceiling greater than 3000 feet AGL and visibility greater than 5
miles)
Marginal VFR (ceiling 1000-3000 feet AGL and/or visibility 3-5 miles)
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IFR (ceiling 500 to below 1000 feet AGL and/or visibility 1 mile to less
than 3 miles)
Low IFR (ceiling below 500 feet AGL or visibility less than 1 mile)

METAR text does not contain adequate information to determine

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AIRMETs

Overview
An AIRMET (AIRmen’s METeorological Information) can be especially helpful for
pilots of light aircraft that have limited flight capability or instrumentation. An AIRMET
must affect or be forecast to affect an area of at least 3,000 square miles at any one
time. AIRMETs are routinely issued for six-hour periods and are amended as necessary
due to changing weather conditions. AIRMETs are displayed as green (surface winds),

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magenta and red (IFR/mountain obscuration), orange (turbulence), or blue (icing)
shaded areas on the map display.

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AIRMET Selected Additional AIRMET Data
SIGMETs
A SIGMET (SIGnificant METeorological Information) advises of weather that is
potentially hazardous to all aircraft. In the contiguous United States, the following

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items are covered: severe icing, severe or extreme turbulence, volcanic ash, dust storms,
and sandstorms that lower visibility to less than three statute miles.
A Convective SIGMET is issued for the following conditions: thunderstorms, isolated
severe thunderstorms, embedded thunderstorms, hail at the surface, and tornadoes.
A SIGMET is widespread and must affect or be forecast to affect an area of at least
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3,000 square miles. SIGMETs are displayed as a yellow-dashed line.

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Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR)

Overview

NOTE: Do not rely solely upon data link services to provide Temporary Flight
Restriction TFR information. Always confirm TFR information through official
sources such as Flight Service Stations of Air Traffic Control.
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Temporary Flight Restrictions, or TFRs, temporarily restrict all aircraft from entering
the selected airspace unless a waiver has been issued. TFRs are routinely issued for
activities such as sporting events, dignitary visits, military depots, and forest fires. TFRs
are represented as an area highlighted by red (active) or yellow (not yet active).
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TFR Data Selected Additional TFR Information

PIREPs
Additional Features

Pilot Weather Reports (PIREPs) provide timely weather information for a particular
route of flight. When significant weather conditions are reported or forecast, Air Traffic
Control (ATC) facilities are required to solicit PIREPs. A PIREP may contain unforecast
adverse weather conditions, such as low in-flight visibility, icing conditions, wind shear,
and turbulence. PIREPs are issued as either Routine (UA) or Urgent (UUA).
Appendices

Icing PIREPs Sky Condition PIREPs Turbulence PIREPs

Unknown Sky Negative Turbulence or
Negative Icing
Condition Smooth
Trace Icing Sky Clear Light Turbulence
Trace to Light Light to Moderate
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Few Clouds
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Icing PIREPs Sky Condition PIREPs Turbulence PIREPs

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Light Icing Scattered Clouds Moderate Turbulence
Light to Moderate to Severe
Broken Clouds
Moderate Icing Turbulence
Moderate Icing Overcast Severe Turbulence

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Moderate to
IMC Extreme Turbulence
Severe Icing
Severe Icing

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PIREP Icons

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PIREP Selected Additional PIREP Data

Freezing Level Additional Features

Freezing Level shows contours for the lowest forecast altitude where icing conditions
are likely to occur.
Appendices

Freezing Level Data

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Turbulence Forecast
Overview

Turbulence data identifies the potential for erratic movement of high-altitude air mass
associated winds. Turbulence is classified as light, moderate, or severe. Turbulence
data is intended to supplement AIRMETs and SIGMETs.
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Turbulence Selected Turbulence Forecast Legend

Icing Forecast (CIP & SLD)

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Icing data depicts the current icing environment at select altitudes.

Current Icing Severity (CIS) is displayed in three categories: light, moderate, and
heavy (not specific to aircraft type).
Supercooled Large Droplet (SLD) icing conditions are characterized by the presence
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of relatively large, super cooled water droplets indicative of freezing drizzle and
freezing rain aloft.
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Icing Forecast Legend Moderate Icing Selected With Map Pointer

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Weather Forecast

Overview
Forecast information is available for current and forecast weather conditions.
Forecasts are available for intervals of 12, 24, 36, and 48 hours.

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Weather Fronts Fronts Legend

Surface Pressure
Surface Pressure information is available for current and forecast weather conditions.

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Surface Pressure forecasts are available for intervals of 12, 24, 36, and 48 hours.
This feature displays pressure isobars and pressure centers. The isobars connect
points of equal pressure. Pressure readings can help determine weather and wind
conditions. High pressure areas are generally associated with fair weather. Low

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pressure areas are generally associated with clouds and the chance of precipitation.
Isobars that are packed closely together show a strong pressure gradient. Strong
gradients are associated with areas of stronger winds. Pressure units can be displayed
in Millibars (mb), Hectopascals (pa), or Inches of Mercury (in).
Appendices

Surface Pressure Data

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DATA LINK WEATHER (FIS-B)

Overview

FIS-B is a subscription-free weather service that is broadcast by Ground Based

Transceivers (GBTs) over the 978 MHz UAT frequency band as part of the FAA’s Next
Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen). To receive FIS-B weather information,
the compatible device must be within range and line-of-sight of an operating GBT.
Reception may be affected by altitude, terrain, and other factors.
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Connection
FIS-B Weather Product
Bluetooth RS-232
NEXRAD  
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Cloud Tops Forecast 

Winds and Temperatures Aloft  
Lightning 
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METARs/TAFs  
TAFs  
AIRMETs  
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SIGMETs  
PIREPs  
NOTAM (D)/FDC (Including TFRs)  
Turbulence Forecast 
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Icing Forecast 
Available FIS-B Weather Products by Connection
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Viewing FIS-B Weather product Status:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Weather.
2) Touch Menu > More Info.
Viewing Ground Station Status:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Data Link.

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2) Touch Menu > Ground Stations.

FIS-B WEATHER PRODUCTS

FIS-B weather broadcasts are updated regularly and may take approximately
ten minutes to transmit all available weather data. Therefore, weather data is not

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immediately available. No pilot action is required to receive FIS-B weather information.
Weather product status can be viewed on the dedicated Weather Page,or the Data Link
Page from the Tools menu.
When a FIS-B weather product is active on a map, the age of the data is displayed

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on the screen in the lower left corner. The age of the product is based on the time
difference between when the data was assembled on the ground and the current GPS
time. Weather products are broadcast at specific intervals (see broadcast interval in
the table below).
If, for any reason, a weather product is not refreshed within the Expiration Time

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intervals (see table), the data is considered expired and is removed from the display.
This ensures that only data that is consistent with FIS-B broadcast data is displayed.
If more than half of the expiration time has elapsed, the color of the product age
displayed changes to yellow. The system displays dashes instead of a product age
when a product has expired.
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The table below shows the FIS-B weather expiration time and the broadcast interval.
The broadcast interval represents the interval at which FIS-B GBTs broadcast new
signals that may or may not contain new weather data. It does not represent the rate
at which weather data is updated or new content is received by the compatible device.
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Broadcast
Expiration Update Interval
Overview

FIS-B Products Interval

Time (Minutes)
(Minutes)
NEXRAD Composite ~5 minutes precipitation mode
75 minutes 15
Reflectivity (CONUS) 10 minutes for clear air
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NEXRAD Composite
75 minutes As Available 2.5
Reflectivity (Regional)
105
Cloud Tops Forecast 1 hour 15
minutes
Winds and
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12 hours 12 hours 10
Temperatures Aloft

Lightning 75 minutes 5 minutes 5

1 minute (where available), As

METAR 8 hours 5
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Available otherwise
TAF 12 hours 8 hours 10
AIRMET 12 hours As Available 5
As Available, then at 15 minute
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SIGMET 12 hours 5
intervals for 1 hour
PIREP 4 hours As Available 10
NOTAM (D)/FDC
12 hours As Available 10
(Including TFRs)
105
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Turbulence Forecast 1 hour 15

minutes
105
Icing Forecast 1 hour 15
minutes
Weather Product Timing
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Radar

Overview
NEXRAD (NEXt-generation RADar), is a network of multiple high-resolution Doppler
radar sites that are operated by the National Weather Service (NWS). NEXRAD data
provides centralized meteorological information for the continental United States and
selected overseas locations. The maximum range of a single NEXRAD radar site is 250
nm. In addition to a wide array of services, the NEXRAD network provides important

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information about severe weather and air traffic safety.
NEXRAD data is not real-time. The lapsed time between collection, processing, and
dissemination of NEXRAD images can be significant and may not reflect the current
radar synopsis. Due to the inherent delays and the relative age of the data, it should

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be used for long-range planning purposes only. Never use NEXRAD data or any radar
data to maneuver in or near areas of hazardous weather.
Composite data from all the NEXRAD radar sites in the United States is shown. This
data is composed of the maximum reflectivity from the individual radar sweeps. The

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display of the information is color-coded to indicate the weather severity level.
The display of radar coverage is always active when NEXRAD is selected. Areas
where NEXRAD radar coverage is not currently available or is not being collected are
indicated in grayish-purple on the NEXRAD weather page. Radar capability exists in
these areas, but it is not active or is off-line.

Additional Features
Radar Abnormalities
There are possible abnormalities regarding displayed NEXRAD images. Some, but
not all, of those include:
• Ground clutter
• Strobes and spurious radar data
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• Sun strobes, when the radar antenna points directly at the sun
• Military aircraft deploy metallic dust (chaff) which can cause alterations in radar
scans
• Interference from buildings or mountains, which may cause shadows
• Poor reception from Ground Based Transceivers (GBTs) can cause portions of the
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Radar Limitations
Overview

Certain limitations exist regarding the NEXRAD radar displays. Some, but not all, are
listed for the user’s awareness:
• NEXRAD base reflectivity does not provide sufficient information to determine
cloud layers or precipitation characteristics (hail vs. rain). For example, it is not
possible to distinguish between wet snow, wet hail, and rain.
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• NEXRAD base reflectivity is sampled at the minimum antenna elevation angle. An

individual NEXRAD site cannot depict high altitude storms at close ranges, and
has no information about storms directly over the site.
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Radar Intensity
Colors are used to identify the different NEXRAD echo intensities (reflectivity)
measured in dBZ (decibels of Z). “Reflectivity” (designated by the letter Z) is the
amount of transmitted power returned to the radar receiver. The dBZ values increase
as returned signal strength increases. Precipitation intensity is displayed using colors
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corresponding to the dBZ values.

Additional Features

RADAR Legend NEXRAD Data

Radar Products
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FIS-B weather provides two different Radar products, CONUS and Regional. The
system can display each individually or a composite (COMBINED). When Regional
Radar is displayed, only precipitation for the current region is displayed. The subdued
(grayish-purple colored) area represents the area not covered by the regional radar
product. When Combined radar data is viewed, Regional Radar data is displayed on
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top of CONUS data and the time shown in the lower left corner is associated with
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Overview
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FIS-B Radar CONUS FIS-B Radar Regional

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FIS-B Radar Combined

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Winds Aloft
Winds Aloft data shows the forecasted wind speed and direction for select altitudes.
Winds Aloft are displayed using wind barbs. The wind barbs indicate wind speed
and direction.
The wind barbs always point in the direction the wind is coming from. The wind Additional Features
speed is depicted using flags at the end of the wind barb. A short wind flag is 5 knots,
a long wind flag is 10 knots, and a triangle flag is 50 knots.
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Winds Aloft Data Winds Aloft Altitudes

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Overview
Navigation

Winds Aloft Legend

Temperatures Aloft
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Temperature Aloft data shows the forecasted temperatures aloft for select altitudes.
For altitudes above 18,000 feet, the relative ISA temperature is shown. Temperatures
are color coded with temperatures near and below freezing are shown as shades of
blue, green for temperatures just above freezing, and shades of orange are used for
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warmer temperatures.
Additional Features

Temperatures Aloft Data Temperatures Aloft Altitudes

Cloud Tops Forecast

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Cloud Tops Forecast data displays forecasted cloud top heights. Heights are
indicated in 1,500 foot increments from 1,500 feet up to 15,000 feet and in 3,000
foot increments from 15,000 feet up to 24,000 feet.
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Overview
Navigation
Cloud Tops Forecast Data Cloud Tops Forecast Legend

METARs and TAFs

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NOTE: METAR information is only displayed within the installed aviation
database service area.

METAR (METeorological Aerodrome Report) is an international code used for

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reporting weather observations. METARs are updated hourly or as needed. METARs
typically contain information about the temperature, dewpoint, wind, precipitation,
cloud cover, cloud heights, visibility, and barometric pressure. They can also contain
information on precipitation amounts, lightning, and other critical data. If METAR data
is available for an airport, a color-coded flag is shown next to the airport.
TAF (Terminal Area Forecast) is the standard format for 24-hour weather forecasts. Additional Features
TAFs may contain some of the same code as METAR data. It typically forecasts
significant weather changes, temporary changes, probable changes, and expected
changes in weather conditions.
Abbreviated METAR text can be viewed by selecting the METAR flag with the map
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pointer. Touching the Map Feature Button will display additional information. METAR
and TAF data can be displayed as raw or decoded text.
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Overview
Navigation

Map
Feature METAR Data (Map) Additional METAR Data
Button

The METAR flag color is determined by the information in the METAR text.
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Ceiling greater than 3000 feet AGL and visibility greater

VFR
than 5 miles
Marginal VFR Ceiling 1000-3000 feet AGL and/or visibility 3-5 miles
Ceiling 500 to below 1000 feet AGL and/or visibility 1
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IFR
mile to less than 3 miles
Low IFR Ceiling below 500 feet AGL or visibility less than 1 mile
METAR text does not contain adequate information to
Undetermined
determine flight conditions
Additional Features

AIRMETs
An AIRMET (AIRmen’s METeorological Information) can be especially helpful for
pilots of light aircraft that have limited flight capability or instrumentation. An AIRMET
must affect or be forecast to affect an area of at least 3,000 square miles at any one
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time. AIRMETs are routinely issued for six-hour periods and are amended as necessary
due to changing weather conditions. AIRMETs are displayed as colored, dashed lines.
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Overview
Navigation
Map
Feature AIRMET Selected Additional AIRMET Data
Button

SIGMETs

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A SIGMET (SIGnificant METeorological Information) advises of weather that is
potentially hazardous to all aircraft. In the contiguous United States, the following
items are covered: severe icing, severe or extreme turbulence, volcanic ash, dust storms,
and sandstorms that lower visibility to less than three statute miles.

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A Convective SIGMET is issued for the following conditions: thunderstorms, isolated
severe thunderstorms, embedded thunderstorms, hail at the surface, and tornadoes.
A SIGMET is widespread and must affect or be forecast to affect an area of at least
3,000 square miles. SIGMETs are displayed as a yellow-dashed line.

Additional Features
Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR)

NOTE: Do not rely solely upon data link services to provide Temporary Flight
Restriction TFR information. Always confirm TFR information through official
sources such as Flight Service Stations of Air Traffic Control.
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Temporary Flight Restrictions, or TFRs, temporarily restrict all aircraft from entering
the selected airspace unless a waiver has been issued. TFRs are routinely issued for
activities such as sporting events, dignitary visits, military depots, and forest fires.
TFRs are represented as an area highlighted by red (active), yellow (not yet active), or
orange (undetermined).
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Overview
Navigation

Map
Feature TFR Data Selected TFR Legend
Button

PIREPs
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Pilot Weather Reports (PIREPs) provide timely weather information for a particular
route of flight. When significant weather conditions are reported or forecast, Air Traffic
Control (ATC) facilities are required to solicit PIREPs. A PIREP may contain unforecast
adverse weather conditions, such as low in-flight visibility, icing conditions, wind shear,
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and turbulence. PIREPs are issued as either Routine (UA) or Urgent (UUA), and are
represented as a small colored icon. The color and style of the icons signify the type
and severity of the reported weather conditions.
Icing PIREPs Sky Condition PIREPs Turbulence PIREPs
Unknown Sky Negative Turbulence or
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Negative Icing
Condition Smooth
Trace Icing Sky Clear Light Turbulence
Trace to Light Light to Moderate
Few Clouds
Icing Turbulence
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Light Icing Scattered Clouds Moderate Turbulence

Light to Moderate to Severe
Broken Clouds
Moderate Icing Turbulence
Moderate Icing Overcast Severe Turbulence
Moderate to
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IMC Extreme Turbulence

Severe Icing
Severe Icing
PIREP Icons
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Overview
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Map
Feature PIREP Selected Additional PIREP Data
Button

Turbulence Forecast

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Turbulence data identifies the potential for erratic movement of high-altitude air
mass associated winds. Turbulence is classified as light, moderate, severe, or extreme.
Turbulence data is intended to supplement AIRMETs and SIGMETs.

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Additional Features
Turbulence Selected Turbulence Forecast Legend Appendices
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Icing Forecast
Overview

Icing Forecast data shows a graphical view of the forecasted icing environment.
Icing severity is displayed in four categories: trace, light, moderate, and heavy (not
specific to aircraft type).
Supercooled Large Droplet icing conditions are characterized by the presence of
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relatively large, super cooled water droplets indicative of freezing drizzle and freezing
rain aloft.
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Light Icing Selected With Map Pointer SLD Icing Threat Selected With Map Pointer
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Additional Features

Icing Forecast Legend

Lightning
Lightning data shows the approximate location, number, and polarity of lightning
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strikes. A strike icon represents the amount of lightning strikes that have recently
occurred within an approximately one-nautical-mile region. The exact location of the
lightning strikes are not displayed. The strike icon indicates Polarity(+) if any of the
strikes in that region were positive polarity.
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Overview
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Lightning Data Lightning Legend

INTERNET WEATHER
Internet weather is a subscription-free weather service proved by Garmin Weather

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Data Services. Garmin Weather Data Services requires a data connection through Wi-
Fi (refer to section 1.6, 'WiFi Setup').
Viewing Internet Weather product Status:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Weather.

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2) Touch Menu > More Info.

Internet Weather Product Information Additional Features

INTERNET WEATHER PRODUCTS

Garmin Weather Data Services products include Radar, METAR, TAF, and IR Satellite
data.
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To receive up-to-date weather information, the device must have access to a Wi-Fi
data connection. However, once downloaded, some weather products will remain
available for up to 90 minutes after connection to the Internet is lost.

Radar
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Weather radar data is collected from radar sites across the United States, Canada,
and select overseas locations. It is combined into a mosaic for easier display and
analysis.

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The radar data displayed is not real-time. The lapsed time between collection,
processing, and dissemination of radar images can be significant and may not reflect
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the current radar synopsis. Due to the inherent delays and the relative age of the
data, it should be used for long-range planning purposes only. Never use radar data
to penetrate hazardous weather. Rather, use it in an early-warning capacity for pre-
departure evaluation.
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Composite data from radar sites in the United States is shown. This data is
composed of the maximum reflectivity from the individual radar sweeps at different tilt
angles of the radar beam with respect to the ground. The display of the information
is color-coded to indicate the weather severity level. Colors are used to identify the
different echo intensities (reflectivity) measured in dBZ (decibels or Z). “Reflectivity”
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(designated by the letter Z) is the amount of transmitted power returned to the radar
receiver. The dBZ values increase as returned signal strength increases. Precipitation
intensity is displayed using colors corresponding to the dBZ values.
Radar Abnormalities
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There are possible abnormalities regarding displayed radar images. Some, but not
all, of those include:
• Ground clutter
• Strobes and spurious radar data
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• Sun strobes (when the radar antenna points directly at the sun)
• Military aircraft deploy metallic dust (chaff) which can cause alterations in radar
scans
• Interference from buildings or mountains, which may cause shadows
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Radar Limitations
Certain limitations exist regarding radar displays. Some, but not all, are listed for
the user’s awareness:
• Surface precipitation type is estimated with shades of blue for snow and shades
of pink for indeterminate types. The actual precipitation type aloft could vary.
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• Radar base reflectivity is sampled at the minimum antenna elevation angle. An

individual radar site cannot depict high altitude storms at close ranges, and has

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no information about storms directly over the site.
• Radar coverage in Canada is only available in the southern 1/4 of the country.
Radar Intensity

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Colors are used to identify the different radar echo intensities (reflectivity) measured
in dBZ (decibels of Z). “Reflectivity” (designated by the letter Z) is the amount of
transmitted power returned to the radar receiver. The dBZ values increase as returned
signal strength increases. Precipitation intensity is displayed using colors corresponding
to the dBZ values.

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RADAR Legend Radar Data

METARs and TAFs

Additional Features
NOTE: METAR information is only displayed within the installed aviation
database service area.

METAR (METeorological Aerodrome Report) is an international code used for

reporting weather observations. METARs are updated hourly or as needed. METARs
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typically contain information about the temperature, dewpoint, wind, precipitation,

cloud cover, cloud heights, visibility, and barometric pressure. They can also contain
information on precipitation amounts, lightning, and other critical data. If METAR data
is available for an airport, a color-coded flag is shown next to the airport.
TAF (Terminal Area Forecast) is the standard format for 24-hour weather forecasts.
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TAFs may contain some of the same code as METAR data. It typically forecasts
significant weather changes, temporary changes, probable changes, and expected
changes in weather conditions.

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An abbreviated version can be viewed by selecting the METAR flag with the map
pointer. Touching the Map Feature Button will display additional information. METAR
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and TAF data can be displayed as raw or decoded text.

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Map
METAR Data (Map) Additional METAR Data
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Feature
Button

The METAR flag color is determined by the information in the METAR text.
Ceiling greater than 3000 feet AGL and visibility greater
VFR
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than 5 miles
Marginal VFR Ceiling 1000-3000 feet AGL and/or visibility 3-5 miles
Ceiling 500 to below 1000 feet AGL and/or visibility 1 mile
IFR
to less than 3 miles
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Low IFR Ceiling below 500 feet AGL or visibility less than 1 mile
METAR text does not contain adequate information to determine flight
conditions
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IR Satellite

Overview
IR Satellite data depicts cloud top temperatures from infrared satellite imagery.
Brighter shades of white indicate cooler temperatures typically found at higher
altitudes.

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Radar and IR Satellite Legend (Internet) IR Satellite (Internet)

4.2 TERRAIN

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WARNING: Do not use Terrain information for primary terrain avoidance.
Terrain information is intended only to enhance situational awareness.

NOTE: Terrain depicted in the Profile View is always “ahead” of the aircraft,

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and will change as ground track changes.

The Terrain function displays altitudes of terrain and obstructions relative to

the aircraft position and altitude with reference to a database that may contain
inaccuracies. Terrain and obstructions are shown only if they are in the database.
Terrain and obstacle information should be used as an aid to situational awareness.
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They should never be used to navigate or maneuver around terrain.

Note that all obstructions may not be available in the terrain and obstacle database.
No terrain and obstacle information is shown without a valid 3-D GPS position.
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The aera 760 GPS receiver provides the horizontal position and altitude of the
aircraft. Aircraft GPS altitude is derived from satellite position. GPS altitude is then
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converted to a mean sea level (MSL)-based altitude (GPS-MSL altitude) and is used to
determine terrain and obstacle proximity. GPS-MSL altitude accuracy is affected by
satellite geometry, but is not subject to variations in pressure and temperature that
normally affect pressure altitude sensors. GPS-MSL altitude does not require local
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altimeter settings to determine MSL altitude. It is a widely-used MSL altitude source.

Terrain and obstacle databases are referenced to MSL. Using the GPS position
and altitude, the Terrain feature portrays a 2-D picture of the surrounding terrain and
obstacles relative to the position and altitude of the aircraft. GPS position and GPS-
MSL altitude are used to calculate and predict the aircraft’s flight path in relation to the
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surrounding terrain and obstacles. In this way, the pilot can view predicted dangerous
terrain and obstacle conditions.
Alert windows appear to inform the pilot of proximity to the terrain and obstacles,
as well as an unsafe descent rate. These alerts depend on user-defined parameters in
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the Terrain Setup.

TERRAIN INFORMATION
Two views are displayed by the Terrain function: the Map View, and the Profile View.
The areas of the terrain shaded red are predicted to be within 100 feet below or
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above the aircraft. The yellow terrain areas are between the user-defined Caution
Elevation and 100 feet below the aircraft. By default, the Caution Elevation is 1,000
feet; therefore, the areas in yellow are between 1,000 feet and 100 feet below the
aircraft. The black areas are further than the Caution Elevation. A projected point of
impact is marked with an “X” symbol.
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OBSTACLE INFORMATION
Obstacles are shown on the Terrain Map View, at or below the map range of 12 nm.
Obstacles are also shown on the Navigation Map when the map range is set to 5 nm
or below.
Standard aeronautical chart symbols are used for lighted or unlighted obstacles
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taller than 200 feet Above Ground Level (AGL). Refer to the Obstacle Icons legend
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When selecting an obstacle with the Map Pointer, each obstacle displays the altitude
at the top of the obstacle, or Mean Sea Level (MSL). Each obstacle also lists the actual

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height of the obstacle, or Above Ground Level (AGL).
Unlighted Obstacle Lighted Obstacle Potential
Power Obstacle
< 1000’ > 1000’ < 1000’ > 1000’ Lines Impact Location
AGL AGL AGL AGL Points

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WARNING: Red
obstacle is above
or within 100’
below current

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aircraft altitude
CAUTION:
Yellow obstacle
is between 100’
and 1000’ below

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current aircraft
altitude
Terrain Obstacle Colors and Symbology

MAP STATUS ICONS

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These icons will appear in the upper right corner of the map to show what obstacles
are represented on the map.
Description Icon
Point Obstacles such as buildings,
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towers, and radio masts

Wire Obstacles such as power lines

Terrain shading is active with valid

GPS position
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Terrain shading is active with invalid

GPS position
Map Status Icons
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TERRAIN AND OBSTACLE COLOR CODE

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Red—terrain or obstacle is above or within 100 feet below the aircraft.

Yellow—terrain or obstacle is between the user-defined Caution Elevation and 100
feet below the aircraft.
Enabling/Disabling Terrain Shading on the Navigation Map:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Map.

2) Touch Menu.
3) Touch Terrain.

TERRAIN VIEWS
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Enabling/disabling profile view:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Terrain.
2) Touch Menu.
3) Touch Profile View.
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Obstacle
Red Terrain is
Potential above or within
Impact 100 ft below the
Point aircraft.
Yellow Terrain is
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Terrain Between the User-

Legend defined Caution
Elevation and
Terrain Profile 100 ft Below the
View Aircraft

Terrain 'Map with Profile' View

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Terrain 'Map Only' View

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TERRAIN ALERTS & SETUP

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Enabling/Disabling terrain alerts:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Terrain.
2) Touch Menu.
3) Touch Alerts to toggle between Enabled and Inhibited.

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Use the Terrain Setup Menu to set levels for terrain alerts as well as obstacles in
or near the flight path.
• Caution Elevation—The aera 760 will provide an alert if the terrain or obstacle is
within the default Caution Elevation or user-defined Caution Elevation
• Look Ahead Time—Determines the maximum time when an alert annunciation

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occurs. For example, if 120 seconds is selected, the aera 760 provides an alert up
to 120 seconds before reaching the terrain or obstacle
• Alert Sensitivity—The three Alert Sensitivity settings (Terrain, Obstacle, and Descent
Rate) determine what level of alerts are annunciated. The aera 760 defaults to
‘High’ sensitivity, which annunciates all red and yellow alerts at the time set in

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Look Ahead Time. ‘Medium’ sensitivity annunciates all of the red and the highest
priority of yellow alerts. ‘Low’ only annunciates red alerts. ‘Off’ disables the alert.
Accessing terrain/obstacle settings:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Terrain.

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2) Touch Menu.
3) Touch Caution Elevation, and touch 500ft Below, 750ft Below, or
1000ft Below.
4) Touch Look Ahead Time, and touch 60 Seconds, 90 Seconds, or 120
Seconds.
5) Touch Terrain 'Alert Sensitivity', and touch Off, Low, Medium, or High.
6) Touch Obstacles 'Alert Sensitivity', and touch Off, Low, Medium, or
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High.
7) Touch Descent Rate 'Alert Sensitivity', and touch Off, Low, or High.
Terrain, Obstacle, and Descent Rate Alerts are issued when flight conditions meet
parameters that are set within the software algorithms. Terrain alerts typically employ
a CAUTION or a WARNING alert severity level, or both. When an alert is issued, visual
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annunciations are displayed and aural alerts are simultaneously issued. When the
aircraft descends through 500 feet above the destination airport an audible “Five
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The Terrain Alert Annunciation is shown to the lower left corner of the screen. If the
Terrain Map is not displayed, a pop-up alert appears. The Range Rings on the pop-
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up alert are spaced every whole mile/kilometer/nautical mile. Touch the Terrain Alert
Annunciation to acknowledge the pop-up and/or aural alert.
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Pop-up
Alert
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Range
Rings
Pop-up Alert (Navigation Map With Terrain Shading)
AURAL ALERTS
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• “Five Hundred”—when the aircraft descends through 500 feet above the destina-
tion airport.
The following aural terrain alerts are issued when flight conditions meet parameters
that are set within the software algorithms, and are dependant on the sensitivity level
set in the Terrain Setup Menu.
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Alert Descent
Terrain Obstacle
Severity Rate

“caution, terrain” “caution, obstacle” “caution,

Caution
“caution, terrain ahead” “caution, obstacle ahead” sink rate”
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“terrain ahead! pull up!” “obstacle ahead! pull up!” “sink rate,
Warning “terrain! terrain! pull up! “obstacle! obstacle! pull up! pull up!”
pull up!” pull up!” “pull up!”
Aural Alerts Summary
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Adjusting terrain alert audio:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Sound.
2) Touch the 'Terrain Audio' Enable Button to toggle the terrain audio on/
off:

4.3 TRAFFIC

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The following compatible devices are designed to receive, process, and forward
traffic (ADS-B air-to-air, and TIS-B traffic information), and weather (Flight Information
Service-Broadcast (FIS-B)) information to the aera through a power/data cable or
Bluetooth.

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Compatible ADS-B Devices
GDL 39/39R
GDL 39-3D

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GTX 345/345R/45R
GDL 50/50R
GDL 52/52R
GNX 375
*Also additional support via Flight Stream

TRAFFIC INFORMATION SERVICE (TIS-A) Additional Features

NOTE: Refer to Appendix F for general information regarding TIS-A. Refer to

Appendix D for configuration information.
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TIS-A SYMBOLOGY
TIS-A traffic is shown according to TCAS symbology, graphically shown on the
Navigation Map, and in the Traffic Warning Window. A Traffic Advisory (TA) symbol
appears as a solid yellow circle. All other traffic is shown as a hollow white diamond.
Altitude deviation from own aircraft altitude is shown above the target symbol if traffic
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is above own aircraft altitude, and below the symbol if they are below own aircraft
altitude. Altitude trend is shown as an up arrow (>+500 ft/min), down arrow (<-500
ft/min), or no symbol if less than 500 ft/min rate in either direction.

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TIS-A Symbol Description

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Traffic Advisory (TA)

Other Traffic
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TIS-A Traffic Symbols

TIS-A ALERTS
A TIS-A audio alert is generated whenever the number of Traffic Advisories on the
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aera 760 screen increases from one scan to the next. Limiting Traffic Advisories only
reduces the “nuisance” alerting due to proximate aircraft. For example, when the
first Traffic Advisories appear on the TIS-A display, the user is alerted audibly. So long
as a single aircraft remains on the TIS-A display, no further audio alert is generated.
If a second (or more) aircraft appears on the screen, a new audio alert is sounded.
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If the number of Traffic Advisories on the TIS-A display decreases and then
increases, a new audio alert is sounded. The "Traffic" audio alert is also generated
whenever TIS-A service becomes available. The following TIS-A audio alerts are
generated:
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• “Traffic”—TIS-A traffic alert received.

• “Traffic Not Available”—The traffic source(s) is/are not currently providing traffic
information.
Adjusting traffic audio:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Sound.
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2) Touch the 'Traffic Audio' Enable Button to toggle the Traffic Audio on/off.

TRAFFIC WARNING WINDOW

When a traffic threat is imminent, the Traffic Warning Window is shown. The Traffic
Warning Window shows a small pop-up map in the lower left corner. The Range Rings
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on the pop-up alert are spaced every whole mile/kilometer/nautical mile. Touch the
Traffic Warning Window to acknowledge and remove it.

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NOTE: The Traffic Warning Window is disabled when the aircraft ground speed

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is less than 30 knots or when on the approach leg of a route.

TRAFFIC GROUND TRACK

Traffic ground track is indicated on the aera 760 screen by a “target track vector,”a

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short line shown in 45-degree increments, extending in the direction of target
movement.

DISPLAYING TRAFFIC DATA

TIS-A traffic can be displayed on the Navigation Map.

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Adjusting TIS-A settings on the Navigation Map:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar and touch the Map
group.

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3) Touch the Traffic button and touch the desired setting (Off, Auto, or
range settings).
Displaying TIS-A information using the map pointer:
 With traffic displayed on the Navigation Map, touch the desired TIS-A

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symbol on the map. The traffic range and altitude separation are displayed.
Traffic Range
and Altitude
Separation using
Map Pointer
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Traffic
Ground
Track
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DATA LINK TRAFFIC

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ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) is a surveillance technology

deployed across the United States as the cornerstone of the FAA’s Next Generation Air
Transportation System (NextGen). ADS-B enables improved surveillance services, both
air-to-air and air-to-ground, especially in areas where radar is ineffective due to terrain
or where it is impractical or cost prohibitive. Initial applications of air-to-air ADS-B are
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for “advisory” use only, enhancing a pilot’s visual acquisition of other nearby ADS-B
equipped aircraft either when airborne or on the airport surface.
1090 ES
GPS
UAT
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RADAR
Composite

1090 ES
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18,000 FT

10,000 FT
Mode A/C UAT
UAT
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UAT
RADAR ATC 1090 ES
ADS-B
Ground
Station

ADS-B System
For the purpose of distinguishing between levels of ADS-B service, there are three
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classifications of aircraft or system capability; ADS-B In, ADS-B Out, and ADS-B
participating. ADS-B In refers to the capability to receive ADS-B information. ADS-B
Out refers to the capability to transmit ADS-B information. ADS-B participating refers
to the capability to both send and receive ADS-B information. Aircraft lacking either
ADS-In, ADS-B Out, or both ADS-B capabilities may also be referred to as ADS-B non-
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Currently, rule-compliant ADS-B Out capability in the United States requires a

TSO’ed SBAS-enabled GPS, such as a Garmin GPS 400W or similar, and one of two

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possible data links: 1090 ES transponder or a 978 MHz UAT. Either data link system
is capable of transmitting the aircraft’s position, velocity, identification, and other
information every second to compatible aircraft and ground stations called Ground
Based Transceivers (GBTs).

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Because 1090 ES transponders and UATs operate on different frequencies, aircraft
not similarly equipped cannot transmit/receive data link information directly to/from
each other. Instead, operation within range of a GBT is required to receive data link
information on both frequencies.
Thus, the compatible device receives traffic information directly from any ADS-B

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Out aircraft within range as well as the rebroadcast of ADS-B information from any
nearby GBT. This rebroadcast is called Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Rebroadcast
(ADS-R) and is automatically triggered by the detection of an ADS-B participating
aircraft within the service volume of the GBT. The compatible device can receive
both the Traffic Information Service-Broadcast (TIS-B) and Flight Information Service-

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Broadcast (FIS-B) provided in conjunction with ADS-R services when in range of a GBT.
FIS-B service is provided continuously, but ADS-R including TIS-B will only be
broadcast by a GBT when an ADS-B participating aircraft is within the GBT’s defined
service volume. In this case, a GBT will only rebroadcast TIS-B information relative

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to the ADS-B participating aircraft. Only traffic that is within 15 nm lateral
and 3,500’ vertical of the ADS-B participating aircraft is provided in the
broadcast. Non-participating traffic aircraft located farther than 15 nm laterally and
3,500’ vertically from the participating aircraft is are excluded from the information
transmitted by the GBT.
TIS-B traffic information includes non-participating aircraft detected by ATC
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surveillance radar. As TIS-B data is derived from ATC surveillance radar data, TIS-B
traffic position updates typically occur every three to thirteen seconds. Therefore,
TIS-B traffic may be displayed with degraded positional accuracy. Aircraft
without operating transponders are invisible to TIS-B. Aircraft operating
outside of the ATC radar coverage area are also not displayed.
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Since the compatible devices are receive-only, even when used onboard an aircraft
equipped with a qualifying GPS and 1090 ES transponder, a GBT may not identify it as
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an ADS-B participating aircraft. The squitter of some 1090 ES transponders, including

the Garmin GTX 23ES, must be configured to communicate the aircraft has 978 MHz
receive capability in order to be identified as an ADS-B participating aircraft.
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WARNING: Do not rely solely upon the display of traffic information for
collision avoidance maneuvering. The traffic display does not provide
collision avoidance resolution advisories and does not under any
circumstances or conditions relieve the pilot’s responsibility to see and
avoid other aircraft.
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WARNING: Do not rely solely upon the display of traffic information to

accurately depict all of the traffic within range of the aircraft. Due to lack
of equipment, poor signal reception, and/or inaccurate information from
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aircraft or ground stations, traffic may be present that is not represented

on the display.

Viewing Traffic Status:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools.
Additional Features

2) Touch Data Link.

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SYSTEM STATUS

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The traffic system status is annunciated in the upper right corner of the Map Page,
as well as the bottom of the dedicated Traffic Page.

Traffic Icon System Status

Full traffic services available for an ADS-B participating aircraft

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(ground linked TIS-B, FIS-B and ADS-R, and Air-to-Air ADS-B). If using
a compatible device on a non-participating aircraft, this traffic icon
may still be visible when within the service area of any participating
aircraft. As a non-participating aircraft the compatible device is only
receiving TIS-B traffic information for traffic within 15 nm and 3,500’

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of the participating aircraft.

Limited traffic services available (may be limited to Air-to-Air ADS-B)

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No Traffic Data Available

Traffic Modes Additional Features

Some compatible devices also have a pressure altitude sensor to aid in displaying
the relative altitude of received traffic information. If the compatible device is used
onboard a pressurized aircraft, the pressure altitude sensor should be turned off.
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Configuring a compatible ADS-B device for Pressurized or Non-

Pressurized Aircraft:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Data Link
2) Touch Menu > Device Specific Set Up.
3) Touch Pressurized or Not Pressurized.
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TRAFFIC DESCRIPTION
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ADS-B traffic operation is similar to TIS-A discussed previously, but ADS-B adds
additional symbology and capabilities. The symbols used to display ADS-B traffic are
shown in the table below. The traffic label and altitude are displayed below the traffic
symbol. A small up or down arrow next to the traffic symbol indicates the traffic
is climbing or descending at a rate of at least 500 feet per minute. The vector line
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that extends from the traffic symbol is just further indication of the intruder aircraft
track. For directional traffic symbols, the arrow head points in the direction of aircraft's
ground track.

Traffic Advisories (TA)

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TAs are issued for traffic when they are predicted to be within a specified volume of
airspace around the aircraft in a specified amount of time. The protected volume and
time interval varies based on the current geodetic altitude and groundspeed. Thus, the
protected volume of airspace increases with altitude and ground speed. Refer to the
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following table for details.

Altitude Look Ahead Vertical Horizontal

(Geodetic) Time (sec.) Separation (ft.) Separation (nm.)
Below 5,000 30 +/-850 .35
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5,000-10,000 40 +/-850 .55

10,000-20,000 45 +/-850 .80
20,000-42,000 48 +/-850 1.10
Above 42,000 48 +/-1,200 1.10
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Traffic Advisories

Symbol Description
Non-threat, non-directional airborne traffic
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Non-threat directional airborne Traffic with absolute vector. Points in the

direction of the aircraft track.

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Non-directional airborne Proximity Advisory (PA). Proximity Advisories

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are issued for any traffic within 6 nautical miles and +/- 1,200’.
Directional airborne Proximity Advisory (PA) with absolute vector. Points
in the direction of the aircraft track. Proximity Advisories are issued for
any traffic within 6 nautical miles and +/- 1,200’.
Non-directional airborne Traffic Advisory (TA)

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Non-directional off-scale airborne Traffic Advisory (TA). Displayed at
outer range ring at proper bearing.
Directional airborne Traffic Advisory (TA) with absolute vector. Points in
the direction of the aircraft track.

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Directional off-scale airborne Traffic Advisory (TA). Points in the direction
of the aircraft track.
Ground traffic without directional information.

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Directional surface traffic.

Non-directional non-aircraft ground traffic.

Directional non-aircraft ground traffic.

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ADS-B Traffic Symbology

TRAFFIC ALERTS (ADS-B TIS-B)

A traffic audio alert is generated whenever the number of Traffic Advisories on the
aera 760 display increases. Limiting Traffic Advisories only reduces the “nuisance”
alerting due to proximate aircraft. For example, when the first Traffic Advisories appear
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on the display, the user is alerted audibly. So long as a single aircraft remains on
the display, no further audio alert is generated. If additional aircraft appear on the
screen, a new audio alert is sounded. Traffic Advisories can only be issued when the
compatible device knows its own altitude and the altitude of the intruder aircraft.
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CAUTION: Traffic Advisories can only be issued when the compatible device
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If the number of Traffic Advisories on the traffic display decreases and then increases,
a new audio alert is sounded. The traffic audio alert is also generated whenever TIS-B
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service becomes available. The following traffic audio alerts are available:
• “Traffic”—TIS-B/ADS-B traffic alert received.
• “Traffic Not Available”—TIS-B/ADS-B service is not available or out of range.
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Inhibiting/Enabling the traffic alerts:

NOTE: Traffic alerts are reset to ‘enabled’ on the next power cycle.

1) From the Main Menu, touch Traffic.

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2) Touch Menu > Alerts to toggle between Inhibited and Enabled.

Adjusting alert volume:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Sound.
2) Touch the 'Traffic Audio' Enable Button to toggle the traffic audio on/off.
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TRAFFIC WARNING WINDOW

The Traffic Warning Window is shown when the compatible device issues a traffic
advisory (TA). The Traffic Warning Window shows a small pop-up map in the lower left
corner. The Range Rings on the pop-up alert are spaced every whole mile/kilometer/
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nautical mile. Touch the Traffic Warning Window to acknowledge and remove it.
DISPLAYING TRAFFIC DATA
Traffic is displayed by default on the Map Page and in the Traffic Warning Window.
Traffic Symbol and Traffic Label (i.e., relative altitude, altitude trend and absolute
motion vectors) settings selects the maximum range at which traffic labels or symbols
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are shown. Traffic Labels can also be turned off.

Enabling/disabling traffic data on the Map Page:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu.
2) Touch Traffic to enable/disable traffic data on the Map Page.
Or:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.

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2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar and touch the Traffic
group.
3) Touch the 'Traffic Data' On or Off button.
Customizing the traffic data on the Map Page:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.

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2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar and touch the Traffic
group.
3) Touch 'Traffic Symbol', 'Traffic Label', or 'Traffic Identifier' button
and touch the desired settings ('Off', 'Auto', or range settings).

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Displaying Traffic information using the map pointer:
 With traffic displayed on the Navigation Map, touch the desired Traffic
symbol on the map to view identification, altitude and altitude trend
information.

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Traffic
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Additional Features

Traffic Data (Navigation Map)

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DEDICATED TRAFFIC PAGE

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NOTE: Altitude filter settings from the Traffic Page are carried to the Map Page.

Viewing the Traffic Page:

 From the Main Menu, touch Traffic.
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Changing the Altitude Filter:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Traffic > Menu > Altitude Filter.
2) Touch the desired setting:
• Unrestricted: All traffic is displayed.
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• Normal: Displays non-threat and proximity traffic from 2,700 feet

above the aircraft to 2,700 feet below the aircraft. Typically used
during enroute phase of flight.
• Above: Displays non-threat and proximity traffic from 9,000 feet
above the aircraft to 2,700 feet below the aircraft. Typically used
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during climb phase of flight.

• Below: Displays non-threat and proximity traffic from 2,700 feet
above the aircraft to 9,000 feet below the aircraft. Typically used
during descent phase of flight.
Traffic Display
Additional Features

Range Rings

Altitude/
Operating
Mode
Directional
Airborne Traffic
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Traffic System
Status Receiving
Air-to-Air
Traffic Page
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FLIGHT ID DISPLAY

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The Flight IDs of other aircraft (when available) can be displayed on the Traffic Page.
When a Flight ID or call sign is received, it will appear below the corresponding traffic
symbol when enabled.
Relative Altitude (in
Aircraft this case 500 feet
Identification (tail above own aircraft)

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number or Flight
ID number) Altitude Trend (up
arrow indicates
climbing, down
arrow indicates
descending)

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Traffic Absolute
Motion Vector

Example ADS-B Traffic Symbol

Enabling/Disabling Flight ID Display:

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From the Main Menu, touch Traffic > Menu > Target Identifiers.

WARNING: If the Aircraft Identification is NOT shown with a traffic symbol, the Relative
Altitude is operating in a reduced accuracy mode. The Relative Altitude value displayed
may differ from the actual Relative Altitude by several hundred feet. In all cases, the pilot
must make visual contact when maneuvering to avoid traffic.

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MOTION VECTORS
There are two pilot-selectable and mutually exclusive types of motion vectors, Absolute
and TargetTrend, which are differentiated by color and function. Absolute vectors are
white and indicate ground track as reported by the traffic. TargetTrend vectors are green
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and indicate the flight path and position, relative to the ownship, at which the traffic
will be after the passing of one of four predetermined time intervals. The end of the
TargetTrend vector indicates the traffic's predicted location relative to the predicted
ownship location at the end of the look-ahead time. For example, if traffic is ahead
of the ownship and traveling along the same track but at a slower rate. The motion
vector would point opposite of its indicated direction of flight showing the ownship is
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Traffic Display
Range
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Traffic's Predicted
Relative Location
in 5 minutes TargetTrend
Look-ahead
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Time
TargetTrend

The TargetTrend look-ahead time interval is automatically adjusted from 30 seconds to

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five minutes and corresponds to the traffic display range setting. The greater the range
setting, the longer the time interval and vise versa. Refer to the table below for more
details.

Traffic Page Range Ring Settings TargetTrend Look-ahead

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.5nm to 2nm 30 seconds

2nm to 6nm 60 seconds
6nm to 12nm 2 minutes
12nm to 40nm 5 minutes
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TargetTrend Look-ahead

Motion vector selection is made from the Traffic Page Menu by enabling/disabling
TargetTrend. Absolute vectors are selected by default and are replaced when TargetTrend
is enabled.
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Enabling/Disabling TargetTrend for Traffic and Map Pages:

From the Main Menu, touch Traffic > Menu > Target Trend.
Or:
From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up > Traffic. Select
Target Trend 'On' to activate on the Navigation Map.
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While TargetTrend is active, the screen will annunciate the current look-ahead
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TargetTrend On Map

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In addition to the Traffic Page, the Map Page can show TargetTrend vectors of nearby
traffic. These indications are overlaid on top of regular topographic maps and VFR/IFR
charts, showing how nearby traffic relates to surrounding waypoints, airspaces and
ground features.

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WARNING: The TargetTrend vectors shown on the Map Page represent
relative motion in relation to the aircraft, not absolute motion in relation
to the ground.

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Traffic Direction TargetTrend
with Relative Motion Vector
Altitude and
Altitude Trend

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TargetTrend Traffic Direction
Motion Vector and Relative
Altitude

TargetTrend Overlaid on Moving Map

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Enabling/Disabling TargetTrend Overlay:
1) With the Map Page displayed, touch Menu > Set Up > Traffic.
2) Touch On or Off.
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SECTION 5 ADDITIONAL FEATURES

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5.1 CHARTS

NOTE: The availability of SafeTaxi, ChartView, or FliteCharts in electronic form

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may not preclude the requirement to carry paper charts aboard the aircraft.
See the pertinent manual for more information.

NOTE: Features that are selectable on the Map Page, such as obstacles,

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airports, airspace, and other waypoint types that are not visible beneath the
overlaid chart, remain selectable even when an approach chart is overlaid on
the Map Page.

NOTE: Do not use SafeTaxi or Chartview functions as the basis for ground

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maneuvering. SafeTaxi and Chartview do not comply with the requirements of
AC 120-76C and are not qualified to be used as an airport moving map display
(AMMD). SafeTaxi and Chartview should only be used by the flight crew to
orient themselves on the airport surface.

The Chart Tab on the Waypoint Page will default to the nearest airport if no flight
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plan or destination airport is present. While you are on the ground, the displayed
charts will default to the current airport location regardless of flight plan. The optional
ChartView and FliteCharts provide on-board electronic terminal procedures charts.
Electronic charts offer the convenience of rapid access to essential information. Either
ChartView or FliteCharts may be configured, but not both.
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ChartView resembles the paper version of Jeppesen terminal procedures charts. The
charts are displayed in full color with high-resolution. The Map depiction shows the
aircraft position on the moving map in the plan view of approach charts and on airport
diagrams. Airport Hot Spots are outlined in magenta. The ChartView available data
includes:
• Arrivals (STAR) • Airport Diagrams • Approaches
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• Departure Procedures (DP) • NOTAMs

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Viewing a chart from the Waypoint Page:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint > Charts Tab.

2) If the desired airport is not displayed, touch the Waypoint Identifier Button.
3) Enter the desired airport using the keypad and touch Enter.
Or:
a) Touch Find.
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b) Touch the Search Name or Search City Tab.

c) Touch the Search by Facility Name or Search by City button.
d) Enter the facility name or city using the keypad and touch Enter.
e) Touch the desired airport from the list.
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Or:
a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Recent, Nearest Airports, Flight Plan, or User Tab.
c) Touch the desired airport from the list.
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4) Touch on the Chart Button to display a list of available charts.

5) To display INFO (Information) charts (e.g., Airport Diagram, Alternate
Minimums, Takeoff Minimums, etc.), touch the desired INFO chart from the
list.
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Or:
To display APR (Approach) charts (e.g., ILS, RNAV, etc.), touch the desired
APR from the list.
Or:
To display DP (Departure Procedure) charts, touch the desired DP chart
from the list.
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Or:
To display STAR (Arrival Procedure) charts, touch the desired STAR chart
from the list.
6) If desired, touch Zoom In or Zoom Out.
7) If desired, touch Expand to declutter the page and view only the chart.
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Waypoint Identifier Button

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(Touch to change airport)
Chart Button Expand/
(Touch to select chart) Reduce
Button

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Charts
Tab

Waypoint Information Page (Charts Tab)

Changing the chart color mode:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Display.
2) Touch the 'Chart Color Mode' Data Option Button, and touch the desired
option from the list (Day, Night, or Auto).

GEO-REFERENCED AIRCRAFT POSITION AND CHART

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OVERLAY
The geo-referenced aircraft position is placed on the chart when a position is
established. On the Map Page, the chart overlay and geo-referenced position are
shown when the aircraft is in the air (such as, speed is greater than 30 knots). Typically,

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SIDs and STARs are not geo-referenced and thus will not typically display the ownship
symbol on those charts.
Displaying the chart overlay on the Map Page:
From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Charts.
Adjusting the chart overlay opacity:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Map.
2) Touch the 'Chart Overlay Opacity' Data Option Button, and touch the
desired percentage.
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Overview
Navigation
Flight Planning

Geo-Referenced
Aircraft Position

Geo-Referenced Aircraft Position and Chart Overlay

(Waypoint Page and Map Page)
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5.2 SAFETAXI

NOTE: With the availability of SafeTaxi in electronic form, it is still advisable to

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carry another source of charts on board the aircraft.

SafeTaxi is an enhanced feature that gives greater map detail when viewing airports
at close range. When viewing at ranges close enough to show the airport detail, the
map reveals taxiways with identifying letters/numbers, runway incursion “Hot Spot”,
and airport landmarks including ramps, buildings, control towers, and other prominent
features. Resolution is greater at lower map ranges. The SafeTaxi feature can be seen
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on the Navigation Map or from the Waypoint Information Runway Tab.

Designated Hot Spots are recognized at airports with many intersecting taxiways
and runways, and/or complex ramp areas. Airport Hot Spots are outlined to caution
pilots of areas on an airport surface where positional awareness confusion or runway
incursions happen most often. Hot Spots are defined by a red shaded area.
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During ground operations the aircraft’s position is displayed in reference to taxiways,

runways, and airport features. When panning over the airport, features such as runway

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holding lines and taxiways are shown at the cursor.

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Airport Hot
Spot Outline

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SafeTaxi Depiction

Enabling/disabling SafeTaxi:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar and touch the Airport
Group.
3) Touch the 'Safetaxi' On or Off Button.

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SAFETAXI CYCLE NUMBER AND REVISION
SafeTaxi database is revised every 56 days. SafeTaxi is always available for use
after the expiration date. When turning on the aera 760, the database initialization
indicates whether the databases are current, out of date, or not available. The
database initialization shows the SafeTaxi database is current when the SafeTaxi name
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and expiration date are shown in white. When the SafeTaxi cycle has expired, the
SafeTaxi name and expiration date will appear in yellow.
The SafeTaxi Region, Cycle, Effective date and Expiration date of the database cycle
can also be found from the Main Menu, by touching the Tools > Database.
The SafeTaxi database is provided by Garmin. Refer to Appendix C for instructions
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on updating the SafeTaxi database.

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5.3 AIRPORT DIRECTORY DATA

Overview

The Airport Directory contains airport statistics such as pattern altitudes, noise
abatement information, FBO phone numbers, hours of operation, local attractions,
ground transportation, lodging, and services.
The AOPA Airport Directory provides data on airports and heliports throughout the
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U.S. and it is updated on a 56-day cycle. Detailed information for over 5,300 U.S.
airports, along with the names and phone numbers of thousands of FBOs can be
viewed. This service allows the pilot to plan an overnight, choose fuel stops, find
ground transportation, etc.
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Optional airport directory databases such as AC-U-KWIK are also supported. AC-
U-KWIK provides complete listings of FBOs, charter companies, fuel suppliers, ground
transportation, maintenance and catering services at public airports across the world.
If the AOPA database is in use, the AOPA Tab is displayed on the Waypoint Page. If
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another airport directory database is in use, such as AC-U-KWIK, the DIRECTORY Tab
is displayed on the Waypoint Page.
Viewing AOPA Airport Directory information:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint > AOPA Tab.
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2) Touch the Waypoint Identifier Button.

3) Enter a waypoint identifier using the keypad and touch Enter.
Or:
a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Recent, Nearest Airports, Flight Plan, or User Tab.
c) Touch the desired waypoint.
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Or:
a) Touch Find.
b) Touch the Search Name Tab.
c) Touch Search by Facility Name.
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d) Enter the desired Facility Name using the keypad.

e) Touch Enter.
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a) Touch Find.

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b) Touch the Search City Tab.
c) Touch Search by City.
d) Enter the desired City using the keypad.
e) Touch Enter.
4) If duplicate entries exist for the entered facility name or location, duplicate

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waypoints are displayed. Touch the desired waypoint from the list.

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Airport Directory Data
Or:
1) From any map highlight an airport using the Map Pointer.

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2) Touch the Map Feature Button.
3) Touch the AOPA Tab (if necessary).

Icon Description

Restaurant on Field
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Self Serve Fuel

Courtesy Car
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Airport Directory Service Icons

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FUEL PRICES
Overview

Viewing fuel prices on the Navigation Map:

 From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Fuel Prices.
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Fuel
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Navigation Map Menu Fuel Prices (Navigation Map)

Prices

5.4 SiriusXM® RADIO

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NOTE: Refer to the Hazard Avoidance Section for information about SiriusXM
Weather products.

NOTE: You MUST have a compatible SiriusXM device connected to your aera
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and a subscription to SiriusXM Radio to use SiriusXM Radio features.

NOTE: Audio interference can occur while using some audio panels. Use of a
Ground Loop Isolator can eliminate this interference.

COMPATIBLE SiriusXM DEVICES

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Compatible SiriusXM Devices

GDL 51/51R

GDL 52/52R
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*Also additional support via Flight Stream

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SiriusXM Satellite Radio offers a variety of radio programming over long distances
without having to constantly search for new stations. Based on signals from satellites,

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coverage far exceeds land-based transmissions. SiriusXM Satellite Radio services are
subscription-based.
Accessing SiriusXM Radio:
 From the Main Menu, touch Tools > SiriusXM Audio.

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ACTIVATING SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO SERVICES
The service is activated by providing SiriusXM Satellite Radio with a coded ID (Radio
ID).

Flight Planning
SiriusXM Satellite Radio uses the Radio ID to send an activation signal that,
when received by the compatible SiriusXM device, allows it to play entertainment
programming.
Refer to the compatible SiriusXM device Owner’s Manual for more information on

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activating SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
Accessing the Radio ID:
From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Data Link.

Or:

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The Radio ID is also displayed on channel ‘0’. Channel ‘0’ is the first
channel listed in the ‘All Channels’ Category.
Radio ID Radio ID
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Accessing the SiriusXM Radio ID Accessing the SiriusXM Radio ID

(Data Link Information) (Channel 0)
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USING SiriusXM RADIO

Overview

The SiriusXM Radio function provides information and control of the audio
entertainment features of the SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
Volume/ Dedicated
Mute Button Page Icons
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Active
Channel

Category
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Button

Channel List
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SiriusXM Radio Overview

CATEGORY BUTTON
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The Category Button displays a list of categories such as jazz, rock, or news.
Selecting a category:
1) From the Main Menu touch Tools > SiriusXM Audio.
2) Touch the 'Category' Button.
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ACTIVE CHANNEL AND CHANNEL LIST

The Channel List shows a list of the available channels for the selected category. The
active channel is outlined blue (in the Channel List).
Selecting a channel from the channel list:
1) Scroll through the Channel List by touching and dragging the list up/down
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or touching the Up/Down Buttons.

2) Touch the desired channel. The channel is outlined blue to show it is the
active channel.

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Entering a channel number:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > SiriusXM Audio > Menu > Select
Channel.
2) Enter the desired channel using the numeric keypad and touch the Enter
Button.
Enter
Button

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Channel Number Entry

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USING FAVORITES
Favorites is a customized category of up to 30 of your SiriusXM Radio favorites.
To add a channel to Favorites:
1) From the Main Menu touch Tools > SiriusXM Audio.
2) Touch and hold the desired channel. A confirmation window is displayed.
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3) Touch Yes.
Selecting Favorites:
1) From the Main Menu touch Tools > SiriusXM Audio.
2) Touch the ‘Category’ Button.
3) Touch the Favorites Category.
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To delete channel(s) from Favorites:

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1) With the Favorites Category displayed (see Selecting Favorites above),

touch the desired channel to be removed (unless removing all) and touch
the Menu Key.
2) Touch the ‘Remove Favorite’ Menu Option.
Or:
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Touch the ‘Remove All Favorites’ Menu Option.

3) Touch Yes. The channel(s) are removed from the Favorites Category.
VOLUME
Adjusting SiriusXM volume:
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1) From the Main Menu touch Tools > SiriusXM Audio.

2) Touch the Volume Button.
3) Touch the +/- buttons to enter the desired volume.
Muting SiriusXM Audio:
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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > SiriusXM Audio.

2) Touch the Mute Icon.
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SECTION 6 APPENDICES

Overview
APPENDIX A: MESSAGES, ALERTS & DATA FIELD
OPTIONS

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MISCELLANEOUS MESSAGE ADVISORIES

Message Comments

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Approaching Target Altitude Within 200 feet of final VNAV target altitude.
Approaching VNAV Profile The aircraft is within one minute of reaching the
initial VNAV decent point.
Arriving at XXX The aircraft is nearing the destination.
Battery Low The battery needs to be recharged.

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Can’t Unlock Maps No applicable unlock code for one or more maps
was found. All MapSource maps are not accessible.
Database Error Internal problem with the system. Contact a
Garmin dealer or Garmin Product Support to have

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the unit repaired.
Fuel Tank A reminder for switching fuel tanks. The reminder
message repeats at the specified interval after the
beginning of each trip.
Lost Satellite Reception The system is unable to receive satellite signals.
Memory Full System memory is full, no further data can be saved.
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Near Proximity Point The aircraft has reached the distance set for a
proximity waypoint.
Next DTK XXX The aircraft is nearing a turn in a route.
Proximity Memory Full No additional proximity waypoints can be saved.
Proximity Radius Overlaps The radius of two proximity waypoints overlap.
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Route Already Exists A route name that already exists has been entered.

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MISCELLANEOUS MESSAGE ADVISORIES (CONT.)

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Message Comments
Route Memory Full No additional routes can be saved.
Route Truncated Uploaded route from another device has more
than 300 waypoints.
Route Waypoint Memory Full No additional route waypoints can be saved.
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Steep Turn Ahead Approaching a turn that requires a bank angle

in excess of 25 degrees to stay on course.
Track Already Exists A saved track with the same name already
exists.
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Track Log Full The track log is full and track recording was
turned off. To record more track points, clear
the track log and turn track recording on.
Track Memory Full No more track data can be stored. Delete the
old track data to store the new data.
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Track Truncated A complete uploaded track will not fit in

memory. The oldest track log points have been
deleted.
VNAV Cancelled VNAV function has been cancelled due to a
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change in the active route.

Waypoint Already Exists A waypoint with the same name already exists.
Waypoint Memory Full The unit has stored the maximum number of
waypoints.

AIRSPACE MESSAGES
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Message Comments
Inside Airspace Inside the boundaries of the airspace.
Airspace Near and Ahead Within two nautical miles of an airspace and
the current course takes you inside the airspace.
Airspace Ahead, Within 10 The projected course takes you inside an
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Minutes airspace within the next 10 minutes or less.

Airspace Near, Within 2 nm Within two nautical miles of an airspace but not
projected to enter it.
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DATA FIELD & NUMERIC DATA OPTIONS

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Data Field/Numeric Data Definition
Accuracy The current accuracy of the GPS determined
location.
Altitude The current altitude in geometric height above

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Mean Sea Level (MSL).
AGL Approximate height above ground level,
calculated using GPS altitude and terrain
database. AGL data will not be displayed if
current height above ground relative to GPS

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vertical position accuracy is insufficient for
accurate calculation.
The AGL height data field is NOT intended
to be used as a primary reference for terrain
avoidance and does not relieve the pilot

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from the responsibility of being aware of
surroundings during flight.
Bearing The compass direction from the present position
to a destination waypoint.

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Course to Steer The recommended direction to steer in order
to reduce cross-track error and return to the
course line.
Crosstrack Error The distance the aircraft is off a desired course
in either direction, left or right.
Desired Track The desired course between the active “from”
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and “to” waypoints.

Distance (Destination) The distance to the destination waypoint in the
Active Flight Plan
Distance (Next) The distance to the next waypoint in the Active
Flight Plan.
En Route Safe Altitude The recommended minimum altitude within ten
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miles left or right of the desired course on a

active flight plan or direct-to.
Flight Timer Total time in-flight (HH:MM).

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Data Field/Numeric Data Definition

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Fuel Timer Elapsed time since the Fuel Tank Reminder

Alarm was last issued (HH:MM).
Glide Ratio The estimated distance an aircraft will move
forward for any given amount of lost altitude.
Ground Speed The velocity the aircraft is traveling relative to a
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ground position.
Ground Track The direction of aircraft movement relative to a
ground position.
Minimum Safe Altitude Uses Grid MORAs to determine a safe altitude
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within ten miles of the aircraft’s present

position.
Next Waypoint The next waypoint in the flight plan or direct-to
route.
Sunrise The time at which the sun rises on this day
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(current location).
Sunset The time at which the sun sets on this day
(current location).
Estimated Time En Route The estimated time it takes to reach the
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(Destination) destination waypoint from the present position,

based upon current ground speed.
Estimated Time En Route (Next) The estimated time it takes to reach the next
waypoint form the present position, based upon
current ground speed.
Estimated Time of Arrival The estimated time at which the aircraft should
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(Destination) reach the destination waypoint, based upon

current speed and track.
Estimated Time of Arrival (Next) The estimated time at which the aircraft should
reach the next waypoint, based upon current
speed and track.
Estimated Time to VNAV The estimated time it takes to reach the VNAV
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waypoint form the present position, based upon

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Data Field/Numeric Data Definition

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Time of Day (Local) The current time and date in 12-hour or 24-
hour format.
Time (UTC) The current time and date in Universal (UTC)
time.
Vertical Speed The rate of climb or descent (GPS-derived).

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Vertical Speed Required The vertical speed necessary to descend/climb
from a current position and altitude to the
previously selected VNAV position and altitude,
based upon current groundspeed.

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Weather (Altimeter) The altimeter setting at the nearest METAR
reporting station.
Weather (Dew Point) The dew point at the nearest weather reporting
station.
Weather (Rel. Humidity) The relative humidity at the nearest weather

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reporting station.
Weather (Temperature) The temperature at the nearest weather
reporting station.
Weather (Wind) The wind speed and direction at the nearest

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weather reporting station.

AURAL ALERTS
TRAFFIC
• “Traffic”—TIS-A/B traffic alert received.
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• “Traffic Not Available”—TIS-A/B service is not available or out of range.

TERRAIN
• “Five Hundred”—when the aircraft descends through 500 feet above the destina-
tion airport.
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The following aural terrain alerts are issued when flight conditions meet
parameters that are set within the software algorithms, and are dependant on
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the sensitivity level set in the Terrain Setup Menu.

Alert Terrain Obstacle Descent Rate

Severity
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“caution, obstacle”
“caution, terrain”
Caution “caution, obstacle “caution, sink rate”
“caution, terrain ahead”
ahead”
“obstacle ahead! pull
“terrain ahead! pull up!”
up!” “sink rate, pull up!”
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Warning “terrain! terrain! pull up!

“obstacle! obstacle! “pull up!”
pull up!”
pull up! pull up!”

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APPENDIX B: ABNORMAL OPERATION

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LOSS OF GNSS POSITION
When the aera 760 loses the GNSS signal for any reason, the following will occur:
• A flashing red question mark will appear over the airplane icon on the map.

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• The ‘Lost Satellite Reception’ message will display.
• Any GNSS dependent data fields will not be available.

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GNSS Signal Lost

HAZARD DISPLAY WITH LOSS OF GNSS POSITION Additional Features

If the Terrain function doesn’t have at least a 3D fix (i.e. altitude unknown),
a Red X will be displayed.
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Terrain Red X

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APPENDIX C: MANAGING FILES AND DATABASES

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CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER
The aera 760 can be connected to a computer using the included USB-C to PC
Interface Cable to connect to a USB data port.

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USB-C Connector

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USB-C Connection

Connecting the aera 760 to a computer:

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1) (Optional Step) Insert a memory card into the memory card slot. Press it in
until it clicks.
2) Turn the unit on.
3) Connect the small end of the USB cable to the connector.
4) Connect the larger end of the USB cable to a USB port on the computer.
The Mass Storage Icon appears on the screen, along with an icon indicating
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the usage mode. The aera 760 and memory card appear as removable
drives in My Computer in Windows and as mounted volumes on Mac
computers.
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Mass Storage Icon

Mass Storage Mode

MANAGING FILES
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NOTE: The aera 760 is not compatible with Windows95®, 98, Me, Windows
NT®, and Mac® OS 10.3 and earlier.
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NOTE: PDFs must be stored in the "PDF" folder located in the root directory.
The user may organize the PDFs inside this folder by creating additional folders.

Files can be stored in the aera 760 internal memory or the optional memory card.
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Supported File Types

GPX route files
GPI custom POI files from the POI Loader Application
Maps, routes, trip logs, and waypoints from MapSource®
PDFs
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aera 760 File Types

MAPSOURCE DETAILED MAPS

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The included USB Interface Cable is used to transfer MapSource® CD-ROM data to
the aera 760 internal memory or optional MicroSD Card.

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For compatible MapSource® products, refer to the Garmin web site at www.garmin.
com/cartography.

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TRANSFERRING FILES
To transfer files:
1) Browse the computer for the file to copy.

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2) Highlight the file, and select Edit > Copy.
3) Open the "Garmin" or memory card drive/volume.
4) Select Edit > Paste. The file appears in the list of files in the aera 760
memory or on the memory card.

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5) When finished transferring files, click in the toolbar (system tray), or
drag the volume icon to the trash can on Mac computers.
6) Unplug the aera 760 from the computer

MicroSD™ CARD USE (OPTIONAL)

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The aera 760 uses an optional MicroSD™ Card for storing data. The maximum
recommended size is 32 GB. Note the MicroSD Card must be formatted for 'FAT32'.
If a MicroSD Card is installed and an error message is displayed indicating the card is
not formatted for FAT32, one of two issues have occurred:

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• The card is not formatted for FAT32. Reformat using a computer and specify the
FAT32 format.
• The card is formatted for FAT32, but the partitioning is not acceptable for use in
the aera 760. Should this be the issue, a different MicroSD Card must be used. It
is generally only older and smaller MicroSD Cards which will have unacceptable
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partitioning.
INSTALLING AND REMOVING MicroSD™ CARDS
Install the MicroSD Card in the slot located on the left side of the unit. Only remove
the MicroSD Card when the unit is OFF.
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You can load a variety of information to the aera 760 internal memory or MicroSD
Card, such as MapSource detailed maps in a MapSource program.

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MicroSD™ Slot
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MicroSD Card Slot

Installing a MicroSD Card:

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1) Firmly push the card into the unit. It is not necessary to force the card. The
handle is still exposed when it is properly inserted.
2) The unit takes a few seconds to read the card. When the data card has
been properly installed and accepted, a summary screen noting the card
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details appears. Touch to acknowledge.

Removing an MicroSD Card:
1) With the unit turned 'OFF', push the card into the unit until it stops.
2) Release the card. The card should eject for easy removal.
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3) With the card ejected, pull the card out of the slot.

DATABASE TYPES
The basemap database contains data for the topography and land features, such as
rivers, lakes, and towns. It is updated only periodically, with no set schedule. There is
no expiration date.
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The terrain database contains the terrain mapping data. The database is updated
periodically and has no expiration date.
The obstacle database contains data for obstacles, such as towers, that pose a
potential hazard to aircraft. Obstacles 200 feet and higher are included in the obstacle
database. It is very important to note that not all obstacles are necessarily charted and
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therefore may not be contained in the obstacle database. This database is updated on
a 56-day cycle and does not expire.

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NOTE: The data contained in the terrain and obstacle databases comes from

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government agencies. Garmin accurately processes and cross-validates the
data, but cannot guarantee the accuracy and completeness of the data.

The Safe Taxi database contains detailed airport diagrams for selected airports.
These diagrams aid in following ground control instructions by accurately displaying

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the aircraft position on the map in relation to taxiways, ramps, runways, terminals, and
services. This database is updated on a 56-day cycle and does not expire.

GARMIN AVIATION DATABASES

Flight Planning
The Garmin database updates can be obtained via Wi-Fi or by visiting the ‘flyGarmin’
website (www.flygarmin.com).
After the databases have been updated, check the appropriate databases are
initialized and displayed on the start-up screen after applying power.

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AIRPORT DIRECTORY DATABASES
The AOPA Airport Directory provides data on airports and heliports throughout the
U.S. and it is updated on a 56-day cycle. Detailed information for over 5,300 U.S.
airports, along with the names and phone numbers of thousands of FBOs can be

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viewed. This service allows the pilot to plan an overnight, choose fuel stops, find
ground transportation, etc.
Optional airport directory databases such as AC-U-KWIK are also supported. AC-
U-KWIK provides complete listings of FBOs, charter companies, fuel suppliers, ground
transportation, maintenance and catering services at public airports across the world.
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NAVIGATION DATABASE
The aera 760 includes an internal navigation database that provides location and
facility information for thousands of airports, VORs, NDBs, and more. There are two
navigation database products available: the Garmin Navigation database containing
coverage for North America (expanded coverage is planned for the future), and
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the Jeppesen Navigation database containing coverage for the world, available in
regionalized options. Database purchases are available online (www.fly.garmin.
com). However, once the databases are purchased, the ability to download and install
databases is available from the aera 760 via Wi-Fi.

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NOTE: Although the Garmin and Jeppesen Navigation Databases contain

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much of the same information, pilots may notice differences in behavior,

nearest list functionality, airspace display, and map page display details due to
data content variations.

The following information is provided from the internal navigation database:

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• *Airport—identifier, facility name, city/state/country, latitude/longitude, field

elevation, available fuel types, runway designations and layout, runway surface,
runway length, runway width, runway lighting, communication frequencies, and
published approaches.
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• Weather—frequencies associated with an airport (ASOS, ATIS, and AWOS).

• *VORs—identifier, facility name, city/state/country, location (latitude/longitude),
frequency, service volume (high, low, terminal), and type (such as VOR-DME,
TACAN, and VORTAC).
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• *NDBs—identifier, facility name, city/state/country, location (latitude/longitude),

and frequency.
• Intersections—identifier, nearest VOR, radial and distance from nearest VOR,
location (latitude/longitude), and region/country.
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• ARTCC—Air Route Traffic Control Centers.

• Airspace—boundaries (Class B, Class C, Control Zones, SUAs, and MOAs),
controlling agency, and vertical boundaries.
• FSS—Flight Service Stations.
* Symbology used for NDBs, VORs, and airports is consistent with those used on a
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sectional chart.

NOTE: After performing a navigation database update, verify all flight plan(s)
(routes) are current. If there is an obsolete aviation point in a saved route, the
route is locked and unusable. A new route with current navigation database
points will need to be created.
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DATABASE PURCHASE, INSTALLATION, AND UPDATES

Overview
Database purchases are available online (www.flygarmin.com). However, once
the databases are purchased online, the ability to download and install databases is
available from the aera 760 via Wi-Fi.
Database downloads can be automatically downloaded as updates become

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available, or be user-initiated.

DATABASE PURCHASE
Purchasing databases:
1) If necessary, from www.fly.garmin.com register the unit and purchase the

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desired databases.
2) Connect to a Wi-Fi network on the aera 760:
a) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Wi-Fi > On.
b) Touch Add Network.

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c) Touch the desired network to add.
d) If necessary, enter the password using the keypad and touch Enter.

'EASY UPDATE' DATABASE DOWNLOADING AND

INSTALLATION (AUTOMATED AND USER-INITIATED)
Enabling automated database downloads: Additional Features

1) If Automatic Database Downloads are currently disabled, from the Main

Menu, touch Tools > Downloads.
2) Touch Enable Automatic Downloads to enable automatic download of
updated databases as they become available.
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Overview
Navigation

Enabling Automatic Downloads

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Automated database download/install:

If Automatic Database Downloads are enabled (refer to previous
procedure), a Database Installation window is automatically displayed
once a database becomes available to install, and either at least one of
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the currently installed databases is expired, or if there are no databases

currently installed.
Additional Features
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Automated Database Installation Window

The Automated Database installation window may indicate, 'Additional selection
available' indicating the user is required to select one or more databases for download,
if not all of the database downloads were completed automatically.
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Overview
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Automated Database Installation Window - Additional Selection

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1) Touch Dismiss to pause the installation and return to the currently
displayed page.
2) Touch View to display to the Downloads Page.
3) Touch Install to install the database(s) and reboot the unit. When

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choosing Install, the unit immediately begins database installation and
cannot be used until installation is complete and the unit reboots.

Additional Features
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Database Downloads Installing

Disabling automated database downloads:

1) If Automatic Database Downloads are currently enabled, from the Main
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Menu, touch Tools > Downloads.

2) Touch Disable Automatic Downloads to disable automatic download of
updated databases as they become available.

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User-Initiated database download/install:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Downloads.

2) Touch Easy Update to begin downloading all updated databases.
Databases will continue to download even if the Downloads page is not
displayed.
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Database Downloads Page

3) If multiple databases of the same type are ready for download and an Easy
Update database has not been selected, the user is required to specify
which database to install.
Additional Features
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Multiple Database Installation - Additional Installation Options

4) Once the databases are downloaded, an Easy Database Update window
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is displayed. The user has 30 seconds to Install or Postpone immediate

installation.

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Easy Database Update Window
a) Touch Postpone to exit the installation process and resume at a later
time.
b) Touch Install to start the database installation process. The unit
reports as the database is "Preparing to Install" and "Installing". The

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unit automatically reboots when the installation is complete.
c) Allow the timer to expire to start the database installation process.

SELECTING CHART REGIONS FOR DOWNLOAD

The user is not prompted to select chart regions when downloading charts via Easy
Additional Features
Update. Instead, regions are based on the user's previous selections. In order to
change the downloaded regions, touch the Ready to Download button, then touch
Download to display the Region Download Selector page.
Some entries in the Downloads page, such as IFR and VFR charts, are categories that
group together multiple downloads. Touching a category entry will show a secondary
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selector screen to select specific content to download. Selector screens display their
contents organized as lists and as maps.
For the IFR and VFR Charts category, the selector screen will show a list of regions,
such as states for US charts, territories for Canadian charts, etc. Touch a region name
to select all charts covering that region; touch selected region names again to deselect
them. Region name buttons in List view do not necessarily correlate with specific IFR
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or VFR charts; instead selecting a region name will select multiple charts on which that
region appears. Touching the Map button will switch to map view.

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The map view for categories of downloads shows a map of that category's regions,
with a grid of chart coverage areas overlaid on it. Touch any of the coverage areas to
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select that chart for download. Touch a selected coverage area again to deselect it.
Touch the Start Download button to start downloading the selected charts.
Selecting/changing chart regions for download:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Downloads.
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2) Touch the Ready to Download button for the desired chart.

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Downloads Page
3) Touch Download.
Additional Features
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Downloads Page - Selecting Chart Regions

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4) Touch the region names to select/deselect.

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5) Touch Start Download.

Switch to

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Map View

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Region Download Selector - List View

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Coverage
Area
Selected to
Download Switch to
List View
Unselected
Coverage

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Area

Region Download Selector - Map View

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SOFTWARE UPDATES
Overview

In addition to databases, the aera 760 will check for software updates when
connected to the internet over Wi-Fi. The aera 760 can use Wi-Fi to update its system
software, as well as any other software available from Garmin.
Software downloads can be either user-initiated or configured to automatically
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download as updates become available.

User-Initiated software download/install:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Downloads.
2) Touch Menu > Software Downloads.
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3) Touch the desired software update and touch Next.

4) Read the Software License Agreement and touch Agree and Install.
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Additional Features

Software Downloads Page

Enabling automated software downloading:
1) If Automatic Software Downloading is currently disabled, from the Main
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Menu, touch Tools > Downloads.

2) Touch Menu > Software Downloads > Menu.
3) Touch Yes.
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Overview
Navigation
Enabling Automatic Software Downloads

Flight Planning
Automated software download/install:
If Automatic Software Downloading is currently enabled (refer to previous
procedure), a 'Update Software' window is automatically displayed once a
software update becomes available.

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1) From the 'Update Software' window, touch Yes to view the update.
2) Touch the desired software update and touch Next.
3) Read the Software License Agreement and touch Agree and Install.

Additional Features

Software Update Notification

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Disabling automated software download/install:

1) If Automatic Software Downloading is currently enabled, from the Main
Menu, touch Tools > Downloads.
2) Touch Menu > Software Downloads > Menu.
3) Touch No.
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Overview
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Disabling Automatic Software Downloads

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APPENDIX D: INSTALLATION AND INTERFACING

Overview
MOUNTING THE aera 760 IN THE AIRCRAFT
The included aera cradle can be mounted to the optional yoke mount. The yoke
mount is designed to fit the majority of conventional aircraft yokes and center column

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controls. The yoke mount is sold as an optional accessory.

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aera Cradle

Additional Features
Clamp Adjustment Knob
WARNING: It is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the aera 760
to place this mount and secure the unit so that it will not interfere with the
aircraft's operating controls and safety devices, or cause damage or personal
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injury in the event of an accident or turbulence. Do no mount the aera 760

where the pilot or passengers are likely to impact it in an accident, collision,
or turbulence. The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is not warranted
against turbulence, collision damage, or related consequences.

NOTE: After installation, verify flight controls are free and clear per the flight
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manual of the applicable aircraft and the aera 760 yoke mount and wiring
do not cause any interference with the flight controls.

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NOTE: Readjust the position of the aera 760 to provide the best view of the
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display screen as lighting conditions change.

Attaching the yoke mount to the yoke shaft or control arm:
1) Open the clamp by turning the Clamp Adjustment Knob until it can be
easily placed over the yoke shaft or control arm. Install the yoke mount as
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far from the panel as is practical.

2) When in place, tighten the Clamp Adjustment Knob to secure the yoke
mount to the yoke shaft or control arm.
3) Loosen the Cradle Adjustment Knob, then orient the aera 760 as desired.
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4) Tighten the Cradle Adjustment Knob to hold the aera 760 in place.
5) Connect power/data cables.
Attaching the aera 760 to the yoke mount:
1) Fit the bottom of the aera 760 into the cradle.
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2) Tilt the aera 760 back until it snaps into place.

Removing the aera 760 from the yoke mount:
1) Press the Release Button on the side of the mount to release the aera 760.
2) Lift out the aera 760.
Additional Features
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Release Button aera Cradle

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aera

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Cradle Adjustment Knob

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Yoke Mount Assembly

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Connecting the cables:
Make all applicable cable connections.
Cradle

Additional Features
3.5mm Headphone/Audio Jack

Power Plug (3A Fuse)

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Reconfiguring the yoke mount for center column yokes:

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1) Loosen and remove the Cradle Adjustment Knob, spacer, and rubber
washer.
2) Rotate the clamp assembly 90o so the clamp opening faces away from you.
3) Secure the clamp assembly to the rest of the yoke mount using the Cradle
Adjustment Knob, spacer, and rubber washer. Adjust the clamp angle
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before fully tightening the Cradle Adjustment Knob.

Yoke Mount in Conventional Configuration

Rubber Washer
Cradle
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Adjustment
Knob
Spacer
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Additional Features

Clamp
Assembly
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Yoke Mount in Forward-Facing Configuration

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Securing the cable on the top of the yoke mount:

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1) Remove the screws securing the cable clamp.
2) Orient the cable and secure the clamp with the screws.

Cable Clamp

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Removing the yoke mount from the yoke shaft (or control arm):
1) Disconnect the cable connectors from the aircraft.

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2) Loosen the clamp by turning the Clamp Adjustment Knob until the clamp
assembly can be easily removed from the yoke shaft or control arm.

CONNECTING TO A GARMIN VHF COMM RADIO

The aera 760 can also output frequency data to a Garmin aviation radio. For
Additional Features
additional information refer to the applicable installation manual. Currently the
following models are supported:
• SL30 NAV/COMM • GNC 255 NAV/COMM
• SL40 COMM • GTR 200 COMM
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• GTR 225 COMM

NOTE: For additional information refer to the SL30, SL40, GTR 225, GNC 255,
or GTR 200 installation manual.
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CAUTION: This interface does not have an FAA installation airworthiness

approval. If any tuning or operational abnormalities are encountered with the
SL30, SL40, GTR 225, GNC 255, or GTR 200, disconnect the aera 760 from the
applicable tuning interface.

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Outputting frequency data to a SL40, SL30, GTR 200, GTR 225, or

GNC 255:
Overview

1) Connect the aera 760 to the applicable nav/comm radio using the Aviation
Bare Wire Connector (optional accessory).
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aera 760 Aviation Bare Wire Connector

Additional Features
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aera 760 Aviation Bare Wire Connections

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2) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Interface.

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3) Touch the Serial Data Format Button. A vertical list is displayed.
4) Touch ' Aviation In/NMEA & VHF Out' or 'GTX TIS-A In/NMEA &
VHF Out'. These comm modes send both NMEA data and VHF frequency
information.
The following features are now available on the radio:

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• Remote frequency lists for departure, enroute, and arrival airports.
• Nearest VOR frequencies (SL30 only).
The aera 760 can also directly tune a standby frequency.

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Selecting a standby comm frequency:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Waypoint > Freq Tab
2) Touch the desired frequency from the list. The frequency is now tuned in
standby.

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INFORMATION ABOUT USB DRIVERS
When connecting the aera 760 to a USB port, the computer prompts you to locate
the destination of the drivers for the device. Only install the drivers once. After the
drivers are installed, your computer always detects your aera 760 when it is connected.

Additional Features
USB driver updates can be found at www.garmin.com.

INTERFACING
The following formats are supported for connection of external devices: NMEA 0180,
0182, 0183 (versions 1.5, 2.0, 2.3, 3.01), ASCII Text Output, and Garmin proprietary
formats for connecting to a Mode S transponder for TIS-A data, and to a Garmin
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aviation NAV/COM radio.

The following are the Approved Sentences for NMEA 0183, version 3.01 output:
GPRMC, GPGGA, GPGSA, GPGSV, GPGLL, GPBOD, GPRTE, and GPWPL. The following
are the Proprietary Sentences for NMEA 0183, version 3.01 output: PGRME, PGRMZ,
PGRMM, and PGRMH.
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Garmin’s proprietary communication protocol is available from the Web site (www.
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GENERAL INTERFACE SETUP

Overview

The Interface Setup controls the input/output format used when connecting the unit
to external devices.
Selecting an interface:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Interface.
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2) Touch Serial Port 1 or Serial Port 2.

3) Touch Serial Data Format. A vertical list is displayed.
4) Touch the desired data format ('Garmin Data Transfer', 'NMEA Out',
'Aviation In', 'Aviation In/NMEA & VHF Out', 'GTX TIS-A In', 'GTX
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TIS-A In/NMEA & VHF Out', 'Garmin Data Transfer', 'MapMX', or

'None'.
Restoring interface defaults:
From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Interface > Menu >
Restore Default.
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Serial Data Formats

• None: Provides no interfacing capabilities.
• NMEA Out: Transmits NMEA position, velocity, and navigation data.
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• Aviation In: The proprietary format used for connection to a Garmin panel-mounted
GPS receiver. This eliminates the need to enter the destination on both units. If the exter-
nal device supports both the Aviation In and MapMX formats, Garmin recommends using
the preferred MapMX format.
• Aviation In/NMEA & VHF Out: Receives aviation data and transmits out both NMEA
data, at 9600 baud, and VHF frequency tuning information to a Garmin Nav/Comm radio.
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• GTX TIS-A In: Receives TIS-A data from a Garmin Mode S transponder or other compat-
ible device.
• GTX TIS-A In/NMEA & VHF Out: Receives TIS data and transmits out both NMEA data,
at 9600 baud, and VHF frequency tuning information to a Garmin Nav/Comm radio.
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• Garmin Data Transfer: The proprietary format used to exchange data with a PC,
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• Connext 57600 Baud: Connext datalink source at 57600 baud. Used to receive ADS-B
traffic and weather data if connected to a compatible receiver.

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• MapMX: Receives flight plan and navigation data from Garmin navigators. When
MapMX data is received, a more accurate depiction of the flight plan legs are displayed
on the moving map (i.e., holds, procedure turns, etc.). MapMX is the preferred data
source when interfacing with Garmin navigators.

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Advanced NMEA Output Setup
If interfacing the aera 760 with another piece of equipment (such as an autopilot),
the unit needs to be set to output NMEA data. If the NMEA output mode is set
to ‘Fast’, the unit will output a minimum number of NMEA sentences at 1-second

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intervals. If the NMEA output is set to ‘Normal’, the unit will output a greater number
NMEA sentences as 2-second intervals.
Setting NMEA output mode:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Interface.

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2) Touch Serial Data Format. A vertical list is displayed.
3) Touch 'NMEA Out'.
4) Touch NMEA Output Mode to toggle between 'Normal' or 'Fast'.
NMEA Sentence Output:

Additional Features
• Normal Mode: GPRMB, GPRMC, GPGGA, GPGSA, GPGSV, GPGLL, GPBWC,
GPVTG, GPXTE, GPBOD, GPRTE, GPWPL, GPAPB, PGRME, PGRMZ, PGRMM,
and PGRMH.
• Fast Mode: GPRMB, GPRMC, PGRMZ, and PGRMH.
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CONFIGURING AERA 760 FOR A GDL 39

To receive weather and traffic information from the GDL 39, the GDL 39 must be
connected to the aera using the 'GDL 39 Power/Data Cable to aera 760 Series, using
a Bluetooth connection, or through a bare wire installation (aera bare wire cable P/N
010-12994-11 to GDL 39 bare wire cable P/N 010-11686-40). The GDL 39 can only
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be connected to Serial Port 1 on the aera. The aera must also be configured correctly to
receive traffic and weather information from the GDL 39 as described below.

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Configuring aera for a GDL 39:

Overview

1) The GDL 39/39R may be connected to either serial (RS-232) port on the
aera 760.
2) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Interface.
3) Touch the 'Serial Data Format' field. A vertical list is displayed.
4) Touch 'Garmin Data Transfer'. Garmin Data Transfer is only available on
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Serial Port 1.
5) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Data Link to view GDL 39
connection status.

CAUTION: Never remove power from the aera or GDL 39 during a software
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update. Anytime the aera software is updated it may also contain firmware
updates for products such as the GDL 39. The aera software will update first,
after the unit reboots it will update the firmware of a connected GDL 39. You
can view the GDL 39 update progress on the Data Link Information Page.
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To GDL 39 Data/
Power Port
Additional Features

001-03854-91 Power Connector

To aera
760
Mount

GDL 39 Power/Data Cable to aera

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Connection aera Bare Wire Color GDL 39 Bare Wire Color

TX1 (Data Out) from TX1 Blue Wire White/Green Wire
aera
RX1 (Data In) into aera RX1 Yellow Wire Green Wire
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aera 760 Bare Wire Connections to GDL 39

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aera 760 Bare Wire Connections to GDL 39R

NOTE: External GPS antenna not required on either GDL 39 or GDL 39R when
connected to aera 760.

Additional Features
NOTE: External UAT antenna should be mounted on bottom of aircraft with 1
meter separation from COM and XPDR antennas.
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CONFIGURING AERA 760 WITH THE GTX 345

Overview

The GTX 345 may be connected to either serial (RS-232) port on the aera 760 and
may be connected to any serial port on the GTX 345.
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aera 760 Bare Wire Connections to GTX 345

Configuration Guidance:
1) aera 760: From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Interface.
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2) aera 760: Touch Serial Port 1 or Serial Port 2.

3) aera 760: Touch the 'Serial Data Format' field. A vertical list is
displayed.
4) aera 760: Touch 'Connext 57600 Baud'.
Additional Features

5) GTX 345: Hold 'ON' and 'ENT' buttons to enter Setup Mode.
6) GTX 345: Press the FUNC Button to display the RS-232 Setup Page.
7) GTX 345: Select RS-232 channel connected to the aera 760.
8) GTX 345: Set input and output format to 'Connext FMT 1'.

CONFIGURING AERA 760 FOR A GDL 50/51/52

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To receive weather and traffic information from the GDL 50/51/52, the GDL 50/51/52
must be connected to the aera using the Power/Data Cable (P/N 010-12373-02), using
a Bluetooth connection, or through a bare wire installation (aera bare wire cable P/N
010-12994-11). The GDL 50/51/52 may be connected to Serial Port 1 or Serial Port 2
on the aera as long as the respective port is configured appropriately. The aera must
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also be configured correctly to receive traffic and weather information from the GDL
50/51/52 as described below.

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Configuring aera for a GDL 50/51/52:

Overview
1) Connect the aera to the GDL 50/51/52 through the Power/Data Cable or
bare wire installation.
2) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Interface.
3) Touch Serial Port 1 or Serial Port 2.
4) Touch the 'Serial Data Format' field. A vertical list is displayed.

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5) Touch 'Connext 57600 Baud'.
6) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Data Link to view the GDL
50/51/52 connection status.

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CAUTION: Never remove power from the aera or GDL 50/51/52 during a
software update. Anytime the aera software is updated it may also contain
firmware updates for products such as the GDL 50/51/52. The aera software
will update first, after the unit reboots it will update the firmware of a
connected GDL 50/51/52. You can view the GDL 50/51/52 update progress on
the Data Link Information Page.

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To GDL 50/51/52 Data/Power
Port

Additional Features
001-03854-91 Power Connector
To aera
760
Mount
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GDL 50/51/52 Power/Data Cable to aera

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aera 760 Bare Wire Connections

GDL 50/51/52 Bare Wire

Connection aera Bare Wire Color
Color
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TX1 (Data Out) from aera TX1 Blue Wire White/Green Wire
RX1 (Data In) into aera RX1 Yellow Wire Green Wire
TX2 (Data Out) from aera TX2 Orange Wire White/Orange Wire
RX2 (Data In) into aera RX2 Purple Wire Orange Wire
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aera Bare Wire Connections to GDL 50/51/52

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aera 760 Bare Wire Connections to GDL 50/51/52

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CONFIGURING AERA 760 FOR A GDL 50R/51R/52R
The GDL 50R/51R/52R may be connected to either serial (RS-232) port on the aera
760.

NOTE: External GPS antenna not required when connected to aera 760. Additional Features

NOTE: External UAT antenna should be mounted on bottom of aircraft with 1

meter separation from COM and XPDR antennas.
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NOTE: SXM antenna should be located on glare shield (GA26XM, GA24TNC)

or top of aircraft (GA55/55A/57X).

Configuring aera for a GDL 50R/51R/52R:

1) Connect the aera to the GDL 50R/51R/52R through the Power/Data Cable
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or bare wire installation.

2) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Interface.
3) Touch Serial Port 1 or Serial Port 2.

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4) Touch the 'Serial Data Format' field. A vertical list is displayed.

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5) Touch 'Connext 57600 Baud'.

6) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Data Link to view the GDL
50R/51R/52R connection status.
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aera 760 Bare Wire Connections to GDL 50R/51R/52R

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CONFIGURING AERA 760 WITH THE GNX 375

Overview
The GNX 375 may be connected to one or both serial ports on the aera as long as
the respective port is configured appropriately. This drawing shows connections for
Connext ADS-B traffic/weather and MapMX flight plan data. Both connections are
optional.

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aera 760 Bare Wire Connections to GNX 375
Configuration Guidance:

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1) aera 760: From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Interface.
2) aera 760: Touch Serial Port 1 or Serial Port 2 depending on which
serial port is being configured.
3) aera 760: Touch the 'Serial Data Format' field. A vertical list is
displayed.
4) aera 760: Touch 'Connext 57600 Baud' or 'MapMX' depending on
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the connection that is being configured.

5) GNX 375: Select Setup > Interfaces > RS-232.
6) GNX 375: Select RS-232 Channel Connected to aera 760.
7) GNX 375: Set Input and Output format to 'Connext 57600' for the
traffic/weather data connection or to 'MapMX Format 1' for the flight
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plan data connection.

8) aera 760: From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Data Link to view the
GNX 375 connection status.

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PAIRING A GDL, GTX, OR NAVIGATOR DEVICE VIA

Overview

BLUETOOTH
Pairing a GDL, GTX, or Navigator device via Bluetooth:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Setup > Bluetooth.
2) Touch Bluetooth On/Off to turn on the Bluetooth.
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3) Touch Not Connected next to the device name. A Bluetooth Passkey

window will open.
4) Touch OK.
5) Touch Connected to disconnect.
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The Bluetooth Setup Menu provides several options for connecting to Bluetooth
devices. Manage Paired Devices can enable Automatic Reconnect and remove
connections on a per-device basis.

PAIRING THE GDL 51/52 TO AN AUDIO DEVICE

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The GDL 51/52 can also be paired using its internal Bluetooth connection to play
audio.
Pairing the GDL 51/52 to an audio device:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Data Link.
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2) Touch Menu > Manage Connext Bluetooth.

3) Touch Menu.
a) To add a device, touch Add Audio Devices > Pair Device.
b) To remove a device, touch Remove Paired Devices and touch the red
X to select the desired device.
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USING AN EXTERNAL GPS ANTENNA (OPTIONAL)

Overview
The optional GA25 external antenna can be used. Connect the antenna to the
connector located on the left side of the unit.

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External Antenna
Connector

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External Antenna Connector

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Additional Features
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APPENDIX E: BATTERY AND CARE INFORMATION

Overview
BATTERY INFORMATION
The aera 760 contains a lithium-ion battery. To maximize the lifetime of the battery,
do not leave the aera 760 in direct sunlight, and avoid prolonged exposure to excessive

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heat.
The battery icon in the top right of the screen indicates the status of the aera
760 battery. To increase the accuracy of the battery gauge, fully discharge the battery
and fully charge it. Do not unplug the aera 760 until it is fully charged.

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MAXIMIZING THE BATTERY LIFE
• Turn down the backlight (refer to the 'System Settings' chapter of this section).
• Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight, in a cool (not freezing) place. When

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storing the unit, store within the following temperature ranges: safe storage -15°
to 55° C, or long term storage 0° to 25° C.
• Do not operate the unit outside of the following temperature range: -15° to 55°
C.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat.
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CHANGING THE FUSE
If the unit does not charge, the fuse may need to be replaced.
1) Unscrew the round end piece, and remove it.
2) Remove the fuse (glass and silver cylinder), and replace with a 3A fast-blow
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fuse.
3) Ensure the silver tip is placed in the end piece. Screw on the end piece.
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End Piece
Overview

Silver Tip

Fuse
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CLEANING THE CASING

The aera 760 is constructed of high-quality materials and does not require user
maintenance other than cleaning. Clean the outer casing (not the touchscreen) using
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a cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution, and then wipe dry. Avoid chemical
cleaners and solvents that can damage plastic components.

CLEANING THE TOUCHSCREEN

The aera 760 display uses a lens coated with a special coating that is very sensitive
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to abrasive cleaners. AVOID CHEMICAL CLEANERS AND SOLVENTS THAT WILL HARM
THE SPECIAL COATING. It is very important when cleaning the touchscreen to use a
clean, lint-free cloth (lightly dampened with water, if necessary).

PROTECTING THE UNIT

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• Do not store the aera 760 where prolonged exposure to extreme temperature can
occur.
• Though a PDA stylus can be used to operate the touchscreen, never attempt this
while operating an aircraft. Never use a hard or sharp object to operate the
touchscreen.
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APPENDIX F: GENERAL TIS-A INFORMATION

Overview
NOTE: Aircraft without an operational transponder are invisible to TIS-A.

WARNING: Do not rely solely upon the display of traffic information for collision

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avoidance maneuvering. The traffic display does not provide collision avoidance
resolution advisories and does not, under any circumstances or conditions, relieve the
pilot’s responsibility to see and avoid other aircraft.

WARNING: Do not rely solely upon the display of traffic information to accurately

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depict all of the traffic within range of the aircraft. Due to lack of equipment, poor signal
reception, and/or inaccurate information from aircraft or ground stations, traffic may be
present that is not represented on the display.

The Traffic Information Service (TIS-A) provides traffic advisory information to non-
TAS/TCAS-equipped aircraft. TIS-A is a ground-based service providing the relative

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locations of all ATCRBS (Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System) Mode-A and Mode-C
transponder equipped aircraft within a specified service volume. The TIS-A ground
sensor uses real-time track reports to generate traffic notification. The aera 760
displays TIS-A traffic information on the Navigation Map. Surveillance data includes
all transponder-equipped aircraft within the coverage volume. The aera 760 displays
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up to eight traffic targets within a 7.5-nm radius, from 3,000 feet below, to 3,500 feet
above the requesting aircraft.

TIS-A VS. TAS/TCAS

The main difference between the Traffic Information System (TIS-A) and Traffic
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Advisory (TAS) or Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS) is the source of surveillance
data. TAS/TCAS uses an airborne interrogator with a half-second update rate, while
TIS-A utilizes the terminal Mode-S ground interrogator and accompanying data link to
provide a five-second update rate. TIS-A and TAS/TCAS have similar ranges.
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TIS-A LIMITATIONS
Overview

TIS-A relies on surveillance of the Mode-S radar system, which is a “secondary

surveillance” radar system similar to that used by ATCRBS. Many limitations are
inherent in secondary radar surveillance. Information provided by TIS-A is neither
better nor more accurate than the information used by ATC. TIS-A is intended only to
assist in visual acquisition of other aircraft in visual meteorological conditions (VMC).
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While TIS-A is a useful aid for visual traffic avoidance, system limitations must be
considered to ensure proper use. No recommended avoidance maneuvers are given,
nor authorized, as a direct result of a TIS-A intruder display or TIS-A advisory.
• TIS-A operation may be intermittent during turns or other maneuvering.
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• TIS-A is dependent on two-way, line-of-sight communications between the aircraft

and the Mode-S radar antenna. Whenever the structure of the aircraft comes
between the transponder antenna and the ground-based radar antenna, the signal
may be temporarily interrupted.
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NOTE: Refer to the TIS-A Limitations section of the Aeronautical Information

Manual (AIM) for a more comprehensive explanation of limitations and anomalies
associated with TIS-A.
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NOTE: TIS-A is unavailable at low altitudes in many areas of the United States. This
is often the case in mountainous regions.

NOTE: Garmin is not responsible for Mode S geographical coverage. Operation of

the ground stations is the responsibility of the FAA. Refer to the AIM for a Terminal
Mode S radar site map.
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TIS-A information is collected during a single radar sweep. Collected information

is then sent through the Mode S uplink on the next radar sweep. Because of this,

Overview
the surveillance information is approximately five seconds old. TIS-A ground station
tracking software uses prediction algorithms to compensate for this delay. These
algorithms use track history data to calculate expected intruder positions consistent
with the time of display. Occasionally, aircraft maneuvering may cause variations in

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this calculation and create slight errors on the Navigation Map which affect relative
bearing information and the target track vector and may delay display of the intruder
information. However, intruder distance and altitude typically remain relatively
accurate and may be used to assist in spotting traffic. The following errors are common
examples:

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• When the client or intruder aircraft maneuvers excessively or abruptly, the tracking
algorithm may report incorrect horizontal position until the maneuvering aircraft
stabilizes.
• When a rapidly closing intruder is on a course that intercepts the client aircraft

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course at a shallow angle (either overtaking or head-on) and either aircraft abruptly
changes course within 0.25 nm, TIS-A may display the intruder aircraft on the
incorrect side of the client aircraft.
These are rare occurrences and are typically resolved within a few radar sweeps once
the client/intruder aircraft course stabilizes.
Pilots using TIS-A can provide valuable assistance in the correction of malfunctions Additional Features
by reporting observations of undesirable performance. Reports should identify the time
of observation, location, type and identity of the aircraft, and describe the condition
observed. Reports should also include the type of transponder and transponder
software version. Since TIS-A performance is monitored by maintenance personnel,
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not ATC, malfunctions should be reported in the following ways:

• By telephone to the nearest Flight Service Station (FSS) facility
• By FAA Form 8000-7, Safety Improvement Report (postage-paid card can be obtained
at FAA FSSs, General Aviation District Offices, Flight Standards District Offices, and
General Aviation Fixed Base Operators)
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APPENDIX G: UTILITIES

Overview
PDF VIEWER

NOTE: PDFs must be stored in the "PDF" folder located in the root directory.

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The user may organize the PDFs inside this folder by creating additional folders.

Refer to Appendix C: Managing Files and Databases, for information on how to

store documents on the aera 760.
Accessing a PDF Document using the aera 760 PDF Viewer:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch PDF Viewer. The PDF Chooser Page is
displayed.
2) Touch the Internal or SD Card tab.
3) If necessary, touch Menu > Sort List By > Name Ascending, Name

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Descending, Size Ascending, or Size Descending.
4) Touch the desired PDF to display.

FLIGHT LOG

Additional Features
NOTE: Deleting the Track Log may prevent the Flight Log from displaying all
available data.

The Flight Log shows a list of any recorded flights, including date, route of flight,
and flight time. The aera 760 saves up to 50 recorded flights. Entries on this list are
automatically created for each flight.
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Recording begins when your speed exceeds 30 knots and you gain 250 feet of
altitude. If you land and groundspeed drops below 30 knots, the flight entry is saved
and a new entry is recorded when you depart the airport. A touch-and-go or brief
stop of less than 10 minutes appends to the current flight record, rather than starting
a new entry.
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VIEWING THE FLIGHT LOG

Overview

Select any listed entry in the log to view additional information, including a map
displaying the actual path flown (when available).
Viewing details for a flight:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Flight Log.
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2) Touch the desired flight log. Route, date, hours, distance, and the flight
path are displayed.
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Flight Log

DELETING FLIGHT RECORDS

You can delete the highlighted flight record or delete all flight records from the Flight
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Log.
Deleting flight records:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Flight Log.
2) Touch the desired flight log (if applicable).
3) Touch Menu > Delete Flight > Yes.
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TRACK LOG
The aera 760 draws an electronic breadcrumb trail or “track log” on the Navigation
Map. The track log contains points along its path, including time, and location for each
point.
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Overview
Track Log

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Track Log (Navigation Map)

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Track Log

The track log starts recording as soon as the aera 760 gets a location fix. For the best
results, clear the track log before each flight.

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The percentage of memory used by the current track log appears at the top of the
Track Log Window. After the track log is cleared, it shows zero percent. When the
screen reaches 100%, the most recent track points start to overwrite the least recent
track points (if ‘Wrap’ is selected in the Record Mode Field). To avoid losing track
points, save the track log when it approaches the 99% mark.
The Save feature allows storage of up to 15 track logs.
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Showing/hiding the track log on the Navigation Map:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar and touch the Line
Group.
3) Touch Track Log button and touch Show or Hide.
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Changing track log settings:

Overview

1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar and touch the Line
Group.
3) Touch the Track Log Record Mode button and touch Off, Fill, or Wrap.
4) Touch the Track Log Interval button and touch Auto, Distance, or
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Time.
5) Touch the Track Log Color button and touch the desired color from the
list.
Track Log settings are also available from the Track Log Option Menu
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• Track Log—Select ‘Show’ or 'Hide' to display/remove the track log on the map.
• Track Record Mode—'Off' disables track log recording. ‘Fill’ records a track log
until the track log is full (100%). ’Wrap’ records over the oldest tracks when the
track log reaches 100%.
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• Track Interval—’Distance’ records track points after a specified distance has

been traveled. ‘Time’ creates track points after a specified time has elapsed.
'Automatic' saves points that occur after changes in navigation.
• Track Color—Select a color for the track when it appears on the map.
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Clearing the track log:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Track Log.
2) Touch the desired track log (if applicable).
3) Touch Menu.
4) Touch Clear Active Track or Delete All Saved Tracks.
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5) Touch Yes.
Saving a track log:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Track Log > Menu > Save
Active Track.
2) Touch the Save button and touch 'Entire Active Track', 'Past 24 Hours',
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'Past 7 Days', 'Selected Flight', or 'Specific Dates'.

3) Enter the Selected Flight or Specified Dates (if applicable) and touch OK.

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Editing a track log:

Overview
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Track Log.
2) Touch the desired track log.
3) Touch desired field to edit (Track Name, Show On Map, or Color).

TRACK VECTOR

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The aera 760 draws an electronic “Track Vector” on the Navigation Map. The Track
Vector can be set to time or distance.
Track Vector

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Track Vector Setup

Changing the track vector settings on the Navigation Map:

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1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar and touch the 'Line'
Group.
3) Touch the Track Vector button and touch Off, Distance, or Time.
4) If Distance is selected, use the keypad to enter the desired distance and
touch Enter.
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5) If Time is selected, use the + / - buttons to select the desired time.

E6B CALCULATOR
The E6B Calculator calculates Density Altitude, True Airspeed, Tail Wind, Wind From,
and Wind Speed, based on information entered.
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Accessing the E6B calculator:

From the Main Menu, touch Tools > E6B.

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Barometric Pressure
from the Nearest
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METAR
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Calculated
Figures
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E6B Calculator

• Indicated Altitude—required entry for density altitude/true airspeed calculation.

Enter the aircraft’s altimeter reading.
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• Baro Pressure—enter the current barometric pressure.

• Calibrated Airspeed— required entry for density altitude/true airspeed calculation.

Enter the aircraft’s airspeed indicator value.

• Total Air Temp— required entry for density altitude/true airspeed calculation. Total
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Air Temperature (TAT) is the temperature of the air including the heating effect caused
by speed. The temperature reading on a standard outside air temperature gauge found
on most piston aircraft is TAT.

• Heading— required entry for winds aloft calculation. Use heading from the aircraft’s
heading indicator or directional gyro.
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• True Airspeed— (calculated or user-entered figure) determined from entry of

calibrated airspeed, barometric pressure, and total air temperature. This can also be
entered directly for winds aloft calculations.

• Tail Wind— (calculated figure) determined from entry of heading and true airspeed.
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• Wind From—(calculated figure) determined from entry of heading and true airspeed.

• Wind Speed—(calculated figure) determined from entry of heading and true air-
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• Density Altitude— (calculated figure) determined from entry of indicated altitude,

barometric pressure and total air temperature.

Overview
Calculating true airspeed and density altitude:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > E6B, enter the altitude shown on
the altimeter into the ‘Indicated Altitude’ field.
2) Repeat for ‘Calibrated Airspeed’, ‘Baro Pressure’, and ‘Total Air

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Temperature’ fields. (For Calibrated Airspeed, use the speed shown on
the airspeed indicator. Use the current altimeter setting for Baro Pressure.
Total Air Temperature is the temperature of the outside air including the
heating effect caused by speed. For most aircraft, this is the temperature
reading on a standard outside air temperature gauge.) The calculated

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figures for True Airspeed and Density Altitude are shown in the designated
fields.
Calculating winds aloft:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > E6B, calculate or enter the true

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airspeed into the ‘True Airspeed’ field.
2) Enter the aircraft heading shown on the directional gyro or compass into
the ‘Heading’ field. Tail Wind, Wind From, and Wind Speed are calculated.

NOTE: If True North is selected as the heading reference, a heading referenced

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to True North must be used to calculate winds accurately.

Restoring E6B calculator defaults:

From the Main Menu, touch Tools > E6B > Menu > Restore Default.

AIRCRAFT PROFILE
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The Aircraft Profile allows the pilot to select cruising speed, maximum speed, fuel
flow, and map symbol. These values will be saved in the aera 760 unit even while
powered off. The unit can save up to 10 aircraft profiles.
The maximum speed is used to define the range for airspeed on the 3D Vision Page
and is automatically updated if you exceed this figure.
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Accessing the aircraft profile:

From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Profile

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Overview
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Aircraft Profile
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Entering an aircraft profile:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Profile
2) Touch the Aircraft Name Button to access a vertical list of saved profiles.
3) Touch the Map Symbol button and touch the desired symbol from the list.
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4) Touch the Aircraft Fuel Type button and touch the desired fuel type from
the list.
5) Touch the Flight Planning Fuel Flow button and enter the fuel flow
using the keypad. Touch Enter.
6) Touch the Flight Planning Cruise Speed button and enter the cruise
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speed using the keypad. Touch Enter.

7) Touch the Maximum Aircraft Speed button and enter the max speed
using the keypad. Touch Enter.
NOTE: The identifier is optional, and aircraft parameters can be changed
without specifying an identifier. However, in order to add additional aircraft
profiles, an identifier for the default aircraft must be specified first.
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Renaming a saved aircraft profile:

Overview
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Profile.
2) Touch the Aircraft Name Button to access a vertical list of saved profiles.
3) Touch the desired profile from the list.
4) Touch Menu > Rename.
5) Enter the new Aircraft Name using the keypad, and touch OK.

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Deleting a saved aircraft profile:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Profile.
2) Touch the Aircraft Name Button to access a vertical list of saved profiles.

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3) Touch the desired profile from the list.
4) Touch Menu > Delete.
5) Touch Yes.

WEIGHT & BALANCE

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Weight & Balance may be used during pre-flight preparations to verify the weight
and balance conditions of the aircraft. By entering the weight and arm values, the aera
760 can calculate the total weight, moment, and center of gravity (CG).
Before entering the various figures, the empty weight of the airplane and the arm (or
“station”) for each weight should be determined. These figures should be determined

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using the pilot’s operating handbook for the airplane, which also notes the weight
limitations and fore/aft CG limits. Compare those figures to the values calculated by
the aera 760.
Fuel units specified in an Aircraft Profile will carry over to the Weight & Balance page.
Once the Weight & Balance page is set to use the same fuel units as in the current
Aircraft Profile, the Weight & Balance page will inherit the setting from the Profile.
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To perform weight and balance calculations:

Overview

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > Weight & Balance
2) Touch the fields to enter the desired weights and arms (or “stations”). The
calculated moment, weight, and CG figures appear at the bottom of the
screen. Keep in mind the “Aircraft” (empty weight/arm) figures must be
entered as a reference to calculate a valid moment, weight, and CG.
3) To empty the aircraft, touch Menu > Empty Aircraft.
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NOTE: This information is only for flight planning purposes. Consult the
aircraft’s pilot operating handbook for the official weight and balance data.
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PROXIMITY WAYPOINTS

Overview
The Proximity Waypoints allows the pilot to define an alarm circle around a waypoint
location.
Proximity Proximity
Circle Alarm

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Proximity Waypoints

Defining proximity waypoints:

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > User Waypoint > Proximity Tab

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> Menu > New Proximity Waypoint.
2) Touch Use Identifier or Use Map.
3) Enter the desired identifier or pan the map.
4) Touch the newly created Proximity Waypoint and touch Edit Radius.

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5) Enter the desired radius using the keypad and touch Enter.
Setting up and customizing proximity waypoints for the Naviga-
tion Map:
From the Main Menu, touch Tools > User Waypoint > Proximity Tab >
Menu > Enable/Disable Proximity Alarms.
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Or:
1) From the Main Menu, touch Map > Menu > Set Up.
2) Touch the Dedicated Page Icon on the Button Bar and touch the Point
Group.
3) Touch the Proximity Circle button and touch the desired settings ('Off',
'Auto', or Range Settings).
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Deleting proximity waypoints:

Overview

1) From the Main Menu, touch Tools > User Waypoint > Proximity Tab.
a) Touch the desired proximity waypoint.
b) Touch Delete Proximity Waypoint.
Or:
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a) Touch Menu.
b) Touch Delete All.
2) Touch Yes.
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APPENDIX H: DISPLAY SYMBOLS

Overview
VFR SYMBOLS
Item Symbol Item Symbol

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Unknown Civilian, Non-serviced

Non-towered, Non-serviced Military, Non-serviced

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Towered, Non-serviced Civilian, Serviced

Non-towered, Serviced Military, Serviced

Civilian, Soft/Unknown

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Towered, Serviced
Surface, Non-serviced
Civilian, Soft/Unknown
Soft Surface, Non-serviced
Surface, Serviced

Soft Surface, Serviced Atlantic Database Airports

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Soft Surface, Private

Paved, Private
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Seaplane Base

Heliport

Americas/Pacific Database Airports

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Item Symbol Item Symbol

Overview

Intersection Interstate Highway

Visual Reporting Point US Highway

LOM (compass locator at

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State Highway
outer marker)
NDB (non-directional radio
National Highway
beacon)
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VOR Small City

VOR/DME Medium City

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ILS/DME or DME only Large City

VORTAC Miscellaneous

TACAN
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Navaids

IFR SYMBOLS
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Item Symbol Item Symbol

VFR, Soft/unknown Surface,
Non-serviced Low-Altitude

VFR, Soft/unknown Surface,

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Serviced High- Altitude

Atlantic Database Airports

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Item Symbol Item Symbol

Overview
Unknown Intersection

LOM (compass locator at

VFR Airport, Non-serviced
outer marker)

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NDB (non-directional radio
IFR Airport, Non-serviced
beacon)

VFR Airport, Serviced VOR

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IFR Airport, Serviced VOR/DME

VFR, Soft Surface, Non-

ILS/DME or DME Only
serviced

VFR, Soft Surface, Serviced

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VORTAC

VFR, Soft Surface, Private TACAN

VFR, Paved, Private Navaids

Additional Features
VFR Seaplane Base

VFR Heliport
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Americas/Pacific Database Airports

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AIRSPACE SYMBOLS
Overview

Item Symbol Item Symbol

Class B, Class E, Class B, Class E,
CTA CTA
Class A, Class C, Class A, Class C,
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TMA TMA, TRSA

Class D
Class D, MATZ
Mode C Veil
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TRSA MOA
MOA Danger, Alert, or
Danger, Alert, or Training Area
Training Area Restricted,
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Restricted, Prohibited, or
Prohibited, or Warning Area
Warning Area
Radar Area
Radar Area
ATZ, TIZ
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ATZ, TIZ
MATZ
Mode C Veil
ADIZ
Parachute
ADIZ
Misc/Unknown
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Parachute
VFR

Misc/Unknown

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Item Symbol Item Symbol

Overview
Danger or Alert
Training Area
Area
Restricted or IFR Exceptions with European
Prohibited Area Navigation Feature Style

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Training Area

VFR Exceptions with European

Navigation Feature Style

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APPENDIX I: MAP DATUM AND LOCATION

Overview
FORMATS
MAP DATUMS
A datum is a mathematical model of the Earth that approximates the shape of the

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Earth and enables calculations to be carried out in a consistent and accurate manner.
The datum is physically represented by a framework of ground monuments (such as
trig. stations) whose locations have been accurately measured and calculated on
this reference surface. Lines of latitude and longitude on a chart are referenced to a

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specific map datum. Every chart has a map datum reference and the aera 760 can be
set to match most of those commonly used.

LOCATION FORMATS
Your current location can be viewed on the GPS in the form of coordinates. Since

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different charts use different location formats, Garmin GPS units allow you to choose
the correct coordinate system for the type of chart you are using. The most common
format is latitude and longitude, which is used by all Garmin units. You can change the
location format to use with other coordinate systems. Several other grids, including a
user-definable grid (for the advanced user), are available.
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APPENDIX J: GLOSSARY

Overview
ADIZ Air Defense Identification Zone
ADS-B Automatic Dependant Surveillance -Broadcast
ADS-B In Ability to receive ADS-B information from other aircraft and
Ground Based Transceivers (GBTs)

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ADS-B Out Ability to transmit ADS-B data on 1090 ES or 978 MHz
ADS-B An aircraft that has both ADS-B In and ADS-B Out
Participating capabilities.
Aircraft

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ADS-R Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Rebroadcast
AGL Above Ground Level
AIRMET Airman’s Meteorological Information
ARTCC Air Route Traffic Control Center

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ASOS Automated Surface Observing System
ATC Air Traffic Control
ATIS Automatic Terminal Information Service
AWOS Automated Weather Observing System

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Bearing The compass direction from the present position to a
destination waypoint.

ºC degrees Celsius
Calibrated Indicated airspeed corrected for installation and instrument
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Airspeed errors.
cm centimeter
COM communication radio
Course The line between two points to be followed by the aircraft.
Course to Steer The recommended direction to steer in order to reduce
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course error or stay on course. Provides the most efficient

heading to get back to the desired course and proceed along
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Crosstrack Error The distance the aircraft is off a desired course in either
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direction, left or right.

dBZ decibels ‘Z’ (radar return)

deg degree
Desired Track The desired course between the active “from” and “to”
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waypoints.
DIS distance
Distance The ‘great circle’ distance from the present position to a
destination waypoint.
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DME Distance Measuring Equipment

DTK Desired Track

Enroute Safe The recommended minimum altitude within ten miles left or
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Altitude right of the desired course on an active flight plan or direct-

to.
ESA Enroute Safe Altitude
Estimated Time of The estimated time at which the aircraft should reach the
Arrival destination waypoint, based upon current speed and track.
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Estimated Time The estimated time it takes to reach the destination waypoint
Enroute from the present position, based upon current ground speed.
ETA Estimated Time of Arrival
ETE Estimated Time Enroute
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ºF degrees Fahrenheit
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
FAF Final Approach Fix
FCC Federal Communication Commission
FIS-B Flight Information Service-Broadcast
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fpm feet per minute

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FSS Flight Service Station

Overview
ft foot/feet

gal gallon(s)
Glide Ratio, G/R The estimated distance an aircraft will move forward for any
given amount of lost altitude.

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gph gallons per hour
GPS Global Positioning System
Grid MORA Grid Minimum Off-Route Altitude; one degree latitude by
one degree longitude in size and clears the highest elevation

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reference point in the grid by 1000 feet for all areas of the
grid
Ground-Based Provides ADS-R, TIS-B and FIS-B broadcasts to ADS-B
Transceiver participating aircraft.

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Groundspeed The velocity the aircraft is travelling relative to a ground
position.
Ground Track see Track
GS Ground speed

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Heading The direction an aircraft is pointed, based upon indications
from a magnetic compass or a properly set directional gyro.
Hg mercury
hPa hectopascal
hr hour
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HSI Horizontal Situation Indicator

Hz Hertz

IAF Initial Approach Fix

IAT Indicated Air Temperature
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ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization

IFR Instrument Flight Rules

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ILS Instrument Landing System

Overview

IMC Instrument Meteorological Conditions

in inch
Indicated Information provided by properly calibrated and set
instrumentation on the aircraft panel.
in HG inches of mercury
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kg kilogram
kHz kilohertz
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km kilometer
kt knot

LAT latitude
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lb pound
Leg The portion of a flight plan between two waypoints.
LOC localizer
LON longitude
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m meter
MAP Missed Approach Point
METAR Meteorological Aviation Routine
MHz megahertz
Minimum Safe Uses Grid MORAs to determine a safe altitude within ten
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Altitude miles of the aircraft present position.

MOA Military Operations Area
MSA Minimum Safe Altitude
MSL Mean Sea Level
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NAVAID NAVigation AID

NDB Non-directional Beacon

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NEXRAD Next Generation Radar

Overview
nm nautical mile(s)

OAT Outside Air Temperature

OBS Omni Bearing Selector

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psi pounds per square inch

QTY quantity

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rpm revolutions per minute

SBAS Satellite-Based Augmentation System

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SD Secure Digital
sec second(s)
SIGMET Significant Meteorological Information

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TA Traffic Advisory
TACAN Tactical Air Navigation System
TAF Terminal Aerodrome Forecast
TAS True Airspeed
TCAS Traffic Collision Avoidance System
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TFR Temporary Flight Restriction

TIS-A Traffic Information Service
TIS-B Traffic Information Service-Broadcast
Track Direction of aircraft movement relative to a ground position;
also ‘Ground Track’
TRSA Terminal Radar Service Area
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UTC Coordinated Universal Time

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VFR Visual Flight Rules

VHF Very High Frequency
VNAV vertical navigation
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VOR VHF Omni-directional Range

VORTAC very high frequency omnidirectional range station and
tactical air navigation
VSI Vertical Speed Indicator
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VSR Vertical Speed Required

VTF vector to final

WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System

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WX weather
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APPENDIX K: WARRANTY AND COMPLIANCE

Overview
CONTACT GARMIN
Contact Garmin Product Support at flygarmin.com

WARRANTY

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For warranty information, visit: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/legal/aviation-limited-warranty
AOPA AIRPORT DIRECTORY NOTICE
AOPA MEMBERSHIP PUBLICATIONS, INC. AND ITS RELATED ORGANIZATIONS (HEREINAFTER COLLECTIVELY

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“AOPA”) EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, WITH RESPECT TO THE AOPA INFORMATION INCLUDED
IN THIS DATA, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE INFORMATION IS PROVIDED “AS IS”
AND AOPA DOES NOT WARRANT OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITS ACCURACY, RELIABILITY,
OR OTHERWISE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, SHALL AOPA BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THAT RESULT FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE
THE SOFTWARE OR RELATED DOCUMENTATION, EVEN IF AOPA OR AN AOPA AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE

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HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. USER AGREES NOT TO SUE AOPA AND, TO THE
MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, TO RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS AOPA FROM ANY CAUSES OF
ACTION, CLAIMS OR LOSSES RELATED TO ANY ACTUAL OR ALLEGED INACCURACIES IN THE INFORMATION
ARISING OUT OF GARMIN’S USE OF THE INFORMATION IN THE DATASETS. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT
ALLOW THE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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AC-U-KWIK LICENSE AGREEMENT
AC-U-KWIK AND ITS RELATED ORGANIZATIONS (HEREINAFTER COLLECTIVELY “AC-U-KWIK ORGANIZATIONS”)
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE AC-U-KWIK INFORMATION INCLUDED IN THIS DATA,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE INFORMATION IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND AC-U-KWIK ORGANIZATIONS
DO NOT WARRANT OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING ITS ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE.
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LICENSEE AGREES NOT TO SUE AC-U-KWIK ORGANIZATIONS AND, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, TO
RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS AC-U-KWIK ORGANIZATIONS FROM ANY CAUSES OF ACTION, CLAIMS OR LOSSES
RELATED TO ANY ACTUAL OR ALLEGED INACCURACIES IN THE INFORMATION ARISING OUT OF GARMIN’S USE OF
THE INFORMATION IN THE DATASETS. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION OF
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR
EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO LICENSEE.
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FCC COMPLIANCE
Overview

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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and may
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cause harmful interference to radio communications if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
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• Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the GPS unit.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made by an authorized Garmin
service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and
void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15 regulations.
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INNOVATION, SCIENCE, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
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undesired operation of the device

RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT

This equipment complies with FCC RF and IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters
between the radiator and your body.
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This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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A Charge Mode 2
Charging, the battery 2

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Abnormal Operation 171 Charts 153
Acquiring Satellites 4 ChartView 153
AC-U-KWIK 158, 177 Cities 67
Additional Features 153 Cloud Tops 104
ADS-B 149 Compass Arc 42

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Aircraft Profile 221 Computer, connecting to 173
AIRMETs 109, 122 Connecting, cables 191
Airspace 69 Copying, Flight Plans 87
Alert Messages 69 Course, setting 46
Smart 70 Current Icing Product (CIP) 112

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Airways 52, 79
Alerts 165 D
Terrain 135
Databases 173
AOPA 158, 177
Data Entry 15
AOPA Data 43, 158
Alphanumeric Data 16
ARTCC 68

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Predetermined Data Option 17
Aural Alerts 136, 169
Data Field
Autolocate 4
Options 41
Autozoom 21
Data Field Options 165
B Data Fields 40

Additional Features
Declutter 25
Backlight 27 Direct-to 72
Baro Pressure 220 Cancelling 74
Battery Display
Charging 2 Backlight Intensity 27
Information 209 Backlight Timeout 27
Life 209
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BKSP 15 E
Bluetooth 30, 31, 32, 179, 206
Echo Tops 104
Bug Indicator 46
external GPS Antenna 207
C
F
Calibrated Airspeed 220
Favorites 163
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Category 162
Files, managing 174
CDI Scale 46
Flight Log 215
Channel List 162

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Flight Plan M
Activation 85
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Active 76 Managing Files 174

Copying 87 Map
Creation 76 Autozoom 21
Data Fields 75 Declutter 25
Deleting 87 Display Setup 51
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Fuel Flow 86 Orientation 51

Inverting 88 Overlays 25
Forecast 113 Panning 22
Freezing Levels 111 Range 21
FSS 68 Symbols 25, 227
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Fuel Flow 86 Map Datum 233

Fuse, changing 209 Map Feature
Button 23
G Information 24
Messages 165
GDL 39 30, 114
METARs 107, 121, 129, 131
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Geo-reference 155
MicroSD Card 175
GPS Navigation 39
Installing 176, 179, 184
GPS Receiver Status 4
Mounting, in aircraft 189
H N
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Hazard Display 171

NDBs 62
Heading Line 219
Nearest 12, 57
I Airport Criteria 58
Nearest Airport Criteria 35
Icing Forecast 112, 126 Entering 35
Indicated Altitude 220 Nearest Type, Changing 36
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Interfacing 207 NEXRAD 103, 118, 129

Intersections 61 NMEA 197
Inverting, flight plans 88 Numeric Data Options 167
L O
Location Formats 233 Obstacle
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Loss of GPS Position 171 Color Code 134

Lost Satellite Reception 4 Obstacles 132

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Option Menu 14, 18, 20 Terrain 131

Orientation, map 51 Alerts 135

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Overlays Audio 137
Displaying/removing 25 Aural Alerts 136
Views 134
P Tools 11
Panning 7 Touchscreen 7

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PIREPs 110, 124 Touchscreen, cleaning 210
POWER Button 3 Track Log 216
Present Position 36, 37 Traffic Data 139
Proximity Waypoints 225 Traffic Ground Track 139
Traffic Information Service (TIS)

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R Configuring 198, 200, 201, 203, 205
Red X 171 Traffic Information Service (TIS-A)
Runways 55 Alerts 138
traffic warning window 146
S Transferring Files 175

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Turbulence Forecast 112, 125
SafeTaxi 153, 156
Satellite Information 5 U
Scrolling 7
SD Card 173 USB Drivers 195
Searching the Sky 4 User Waypoints 63

Additional Features
Settings 26 Creating 64
SIGMETs 109, 123 Deleting 66
Smart Airspace 70 Utilities 215
Sound V
Adjusting 28
Muting 29 Vectors-to-Final 96
STAR 91 Vertical Navigation (VNAV) 48
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Storm Cells 107 Profile 49

Surface Pressure 113 VHF Comm Radio 193
System Settings VORs 62
Display 26, 29, 30
W
T Warranty 241
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TAFs 107, 121, 129 Waypoints 53

Temperatures Aloft 106, 120 Proximity 225

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User 63
Weather 59
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Weather Products 102

Weight & Balance 223
WiFi Setup 32
Winds Aloft 105, 119, 120
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X
XM
Activating 101
Animating 100
Radio 160
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Radio ID 101
Weather Products 102
Y
Yoke Mount 190
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Z
Zooming 8
Additional Features
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