500W Series

Pilot’s Guide& ReferenceForeword

Foreword
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differences in operation may be observed when comparing the information in this manual to earlier or later software
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Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Introduction
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
WARNING: The altitude calculated by the 500W-series
is geometric height above mean sea level and could
vary signif﻿icantly from altitude displayed by pressure
altimeters in aircraft.
WARNING: The Jeppesen database incorporated in
the 500W-series must be updated regularly in orderto ensure that its information is current. Updates are
released every 28 days. A database information packet
is included in your 500W-series package. Pilots using
an out-of-date database do so entirely at their own
risk!
WARNING: VNAV is to be used for advisory purposes
only. VNAV messages or vertical speed required should
not be used to maintain terrain or ATC clearances. Terrain and ATC clearances are the sole responsibility ofthe pilot.
WARNING: Do not use GPS to navigate to any active
waypoint identified as a “NON WGS84 WPT” by asystem message. “NON WGS84 WPT” waypoints arederived from an unknown map reference datum that
may be incompatible with the map reference datum
used by GPS (known as WGS84) and may be positioned
in error as displayed.
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.
WARNING: Do not use the indicated data link
weather product age to determine the age of theweather information shown by the data link weather
product. Due to time delays inherent in gathering andprocessing weather data for data link transmission, theweather information shown by the data link weather
product may be significantly older than the indicatedweather product age.

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CAUTION: The Global Positioning System is operated
by the United States government, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system
is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy
and performance of all GPS equipment. Although theGarmin 500W-series are precision electronic NAVigation AIDs (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or
misinterpreted and therefore become unsafe.
CAUTION: Use the 500W-series at your own risk. To
reduce the risk of unsafe operation, carefully review
and understand all aspects of this Owner’s Manual andthe Flight Manual Supplement, and thoroughly practicebasic operation prior to actual use. When in actual use,
carefully compare indications from the 500W-series toall available navigation sources, including the information from other NAVAIDS, visual sightings, charts, etc. For
safety, always resolve any discrepancies before continuing navigation.
CAUTION: GPS receivers operate by receiving anddecoding very low power radio signals broadcast by
satellites. It is possible that in some situations otherradio equipment or electronic equipment used in close
proximity to a GPS receiver may create electromagnetic
interference (EMI) which may affect the ability of the
GPS receiver to receive and decode the satellite signals.
In such event, the interference may be reduced oreliminated by switching off the source of interferenceor moving the GPS receiver away from it.
CAUTION: The electronic chart is an aid to navigation and is designed to facilitate the use of authorized
government charts, not replace them. Land and water
data is provided only as a general reference to yoursurroundings. The positional accuracy of the land andwater data is not of a precision suitable for use innavigation and it should not be used for navigation.
Only official government charts and notices containall information needed for safe navigation – and, as
always, the user is responsible for their prudent use.
CAUTION: The Terrain feature (in units not equippedwith TAWS) is for supplemental awareness only. The
pilot/crew is responsible for all terrain and obstacle
avoidance using information not provided by the
500W-series Terrain feature.

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CAUTION: The Garmin 500W-series does not containany user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be madeby an authorized Garmin service center. Unauthorized
repairs or modifications could void your warranty andauthority to operate this device under FCC Part 15
regulations.

NOTE: Canadian installations: In accordance with
Canadian Radio Specifications Standard 102 (RSS 102),
RF field strength exposure to persons from an antennaconnected to this device should be limited to 60V/m forcontrolled environment and 28 V/m for uncontrolledenvironment.

NOTE: The GNS 500W-series units use a different
database than in the legacy units. The databases areincompatible between units. The GNS 500W-series units
must use a WAAS enabled database.

NOTE: It is the pilot’s responsibility for initial missed
approach guidance in accordance with published procedure. The unit may not provide correct guidance until
established on a defined leg.

NOTE: This product, its packaging, and its components
contain chemicals known to the State of California tocause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. This
notice is being provided in accordance with California’s
Proposition 65. If you have any questions or would like
additional information, please refer to our website atwww.garmin.com/prop65.

NOTE: GPS level of service annunciations (LPV, ENR,etc.) are not applicable to the external CDI (or HSI)
when VLOC is active.

NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC limits forClass B digital devices. This equipment generates, uses, andcan radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed andused in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. Furthermore, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by relocating theequipment or connecting the equipment to a different circuit
than the affected equipment. Consult an authorized dealer orother qualified avionics technician for additional help if these
remedies do not correct the problem.
Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.

To obtain accessories for your 500W-series, please contact
your Garmin dealer.

Garmin is fully committed to your satisfaction as a customer.
If you have any questions regarding the 500W-series, pleasecontact our customer service department at:
Garmin International, Inc.
1200 East 151st Street
Olathe, KS 66062-3426 U.S.A.
Phone: (913) 397-8200
Fax: (913) 397-8282
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NOTE: Do not rely solely upon data link services toprovide Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) information.
Always confirm TFR information through official sources
such as Flight Service Stations or Air Traffic Control.

Help us better support you by completing our on-line
registration form today! Registration ensures that you will be
notified of product updates and new products and provides
lost or stolen unit tracking. Please, have the serial number ofyour unit handy, connect to our web site (www.garmin.com)
and look for our Product Registration link on the home page.
The 500W-series display lenses are coated with a special antireflective coating which is very sensitive to skin oils, waxes
and abrasive cleaners. It is very important to clean the lens
using an eyeglass lens cleaner which is specified as safe foranti-reflective coatings and a clean, lint-free cloth.

AC 90-100 Statement of Compliance: The Garmin 400W
navigational unit meets the performance and functional
requirements of AC 90-100A.

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Accessories and Packing List
Accessories and Packing List

Congratulations on choosing the world’s finest
panel-mounted IFR navigation/communication system!
The 500W-series represents Garmin’s continued commitment to providing you with the most advanced
technology available today — in an accurate, easy-touse design suitable for all of your flying needs.
NOTE: Unless otherwise specified within this manual,
the term "500W-series" applies to the GPS 500W,
GNS 530W, and GNS 530AW models. Please, notethat the difference between the GNS 530W and GNS
530AW is indicated under "VHF COM Performance"in the Specifications section of this manual (seeAppendix B).

Before installing and getting started with your new
system, please ensure that your package includes thefollowing items. If any parts are missing or are damaged, please contact your Garmin dealer.
Standard Package:• Garmin 500W-series Unit
• NavData® Card
• Terrain Card
• GPS Antenna• Installation Rack & Connectors• Pilot’s Guide• Quick Reference• 400W/500W Series Display Interfaces
Addendum• 400W/500W Series Garmin Optional Display
Interfaces Addendum• GNS 400W/500W-series Simulator Training
CD-ROM• Database Subscription Packet• Warranty Registration Card

Upgrade Package:• Garmin 500W-series Unit
• NavData® Card
• Terrain Card - Optional• GPS Antenna• Pilot’s Guide & Reference• Quick Reference• 400W/500W Series Display Interfaces
Addendum• 400W/500W Series Garmin Optional Display
Interfaces Addendum• GNS 400W/500W-series Simulator Training
CD-ROM• Database Subscription Packet• Warranty Registration CardYour Garmin dealer will perform the installationand configuration of your new 500W-series. Afterinstallation, the NavData® card will already be installed
into the correct slot on the front of the unit (seeAppendix A). The 500W-series will be secured in the
installation rack with the proper wiring connections.
Have your dealer answer any questions you may haveabout the installation — such as location of antennas
or any connections to other equipment in the panel.
Helicopter Installations
In Helicopter installations, the ownship icon is set
to a helicopter. When present, HTAWS will be usedinstead of TAWS. See the Garmin Optional Displays
Pilot’s Guide Addendum P/N 190-00356-30 Rev G, or
later, for HTAWS information.

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Warranty
Limited WarrantyThis Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for two years from thedate of purchase. Within this period, Garmin will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail innormal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts and labor, provided
that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost. This warranty does not cover failures due toabuse, misuse, accident, or unauthorized alterations or repairs.
THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER
ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, STATUTORY OR
OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TOSTATE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE, OR INABILITY TO USE THISPRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental orconsequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software, or to offer a full refund of the purchase price, at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY
BREACH OF WARRANTY.
To obtain warranty service, contact your local Garmin Authorized Service Center. For assistance in locatinga Service Center near you, visit the Garmin Web site at “http://www.garmin.com” or contact Garmin Customer
Service at 866-739-5687.

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Table of Contents
Contents

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes...........................................i

Section 2 NAV Pages.......................................................... 29

Introduction.................................................................................i
Accessories and Packing List.............................................iii
Limited Warranty.................................................................iv
Model Descriptions............................................................. 1
GPS 500W...................................................................... 1
GNS 530W and GNS 530AW........................................... 1

Takeoff Tour............................................................................... 1

Key and Knob Functions.................................................. 2
Left-hand Keys and Knobs............................................... 2
Right-hand Keys and Knobs............................................. 3
Bottom Row Keys............................................................ 4
Power On............................................................................... 5
Powering up the 500W-series units................................. 5
Instrument Panel Self-Test................................................ 6
Fuel On Board and Checklists............................................ 7
Acquiring Satellites / Messages....................................... 8
Selecting Com/Nav Frequencies....................................... 9Page Groups........................................................................ 10
NAV Pages............................................................................ 12
Default NAV Page.............................................................. 13
Map Page............................................................................. 14
NAVCOM Page.................................................................... 15
NAVCOM Page.................................................................... 15
Direct-To Navigation......................................................... 16
IFR Procedures.................................................................... 17
Nearest Pages..................................................................... 18
Nearest Airport Page..................................................... 19
Nearest Airspace Page................................................... 20
Flight Plans.......................................................................... 21

Section 1 - COM - Communicating using the
GNS 530W................................................................................... 23

Volume................................................................................. 23
Squelch................................................................................. 23
COM Window and Tuning................................................. 24
Auto-Tuning........................................................................ 25
Emergency Channel........................................................... 28
Stuck Microphone.............................................................. 28
Remote Frequency Selection Control........................... 28

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Main Page Groups.............................................................. 29
NAV Page Group................................................................. 29
Page Notation..................................................................... 29
Turn Advisory and Waypoint Alert................................. 29
Default NAV Page.............................................................. 30
Selecting Desired On-Screen Data.................................. 31
Restoring Factory Settings............................................. 32
Dual Unit Considerations (Crossfill)................................ 32
Default Nav Page Auto Zoom......................................... 33
Map Page............................................................................. 33
Map Symbols................................................................ 34
Map Range................................................................... 34
Map Page Auto Zoom.................................................... 34
Map Panning ............................................................... 35
Map Direct-To............................................................... 36
Airspace Information on the Map.................................. 36
Map Page Options........................................................ 38
Map Setup.................................................................... 39
Distance Measurements................................................ 40
Data Fields on the Map................................................. 41
Selecting Desired On-Screen Data.................................. 41
Restoring Factory Settings............................................. 42
Terrain Operation.............................................................. 43
Operating Criteria......................................................... 43
Terrain Limitations......................................................... 43
TERRAIN Alerting.......................................................... 43
Baro-Corrected Altitude................................................. 44
Terrain Page ................................................................. 44
Inhibit Mode................................................................. 45
Terrain Symbols............................................................. 46
General Database Information....................................... 46
Database Updates......................................................... 47
Terrain/Obstacle Database Areas of Coverage................ 48
Navigation Database..................................................... 48
TERRAIN Alerts................................................................... 48
Pop-up Alerts................................................................ 48
Forward Looking Terrain Avoidance................................ 49
Premature Descent Alerting (PDA)................................. 49
TERRAIN Failure Alert.................................................... 50“TERRAIN Not Available” Alert...................................... 50
NAVCOM Page.................................................................... 52
Satellite Status Page......................................................... 54v

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Dead Reckoning................................................................. 57

3.20 or later)....................................................................... 80

Section 3 Direct-To Navigation.................................... 59

Section 5 - Procedures Approaches, Departures, & Arrivals............................ 83

Selecting a Direct-To Waypoint by Facility Name orCity ...................................................................................... 60
Selecting a Direct-To Waypoint from the Active Flight
Plan ...................................................................................... 61
Selecting the Nearest Airport as a Direct-To Waypoint.
...................................................................................... 61
Shortcuts.............................................................................. 62
Cancelling Direct-To Navigation..................................... 63
Specifying a Course to a Waypoint................................ 63
Selecting Direct-To a Holding Pattern.......................... 64

Approaches with Procedure Turns................................. 86
Flying the Procedure Turn................................................ 87
Flying the Missed Approach ........................................... 91
Flying an Approach with a Hold .................................... 92
Flying a DME Arc Approach............................................. 96
Vectors to Final.................................................................. 99
Flying the Vectors Approach......................................... 100
Course From Fix Flight Plan Legs................................. 102
ILS Approaches................................................................. 107
Selecting an ILS Approach........................................... 108
Flying the ILS Approach............................................... 109
Selecting an LPV Approach............................................ 113
Flying the LPV Approach.............................................. 113
Flying the LP Approach................................................... 115
RNAV Approach Procedures........................................... 117
Points to Remember for ALL Approaches.................. 118
Points to Remember for Localizer or VOR-based
Approaches....................................................................... 118
Enabling Autopilot Outputs for the King KAP140/
KFC225................................................................................ 120

Section 4 Flight Plans........................................................ 65

Flight Plan Catalog............................................................ 65
Flight Plan Editing............................................................. 65
Flight Plan Catalog Options............................................ 67
Activating Flight Plans................................................... 67
Inverting Flight Plans..................................................... 67
Create New Flight Plan.................................................. 67
Crossfill......................................................................... 68
Copying Flight Plans...................................................... 68
Deleting Flight Plans..................................................... 69
Delete All Flight Plans.................................................... 70
Sort List By Number/Comment....................................... 70
Active Flight Plan............................................................... 70
Active Flight Plan Options............................................... 71
Activate Leg.................................................................. 71
Crossfill......................................................................... 71
Manual GTN Crossfill.................................................... 72
Copy Flight Plan............................................................ 72
Invert Flight Plan........................................................... 72
Delete Flight Plan.......................................................... 72
Select Approach............................................................ 72
Select Arrival................................................................. 73
Select Departure........................................................... 74
Remove Approach, Arrival, or Departure......................... 74
Closest Point of FPL....................................................... 75
Parallel Track................................................................. 75
Change Fields............................................................... 77
Restore Defaults............................................................ 77
Shortcuts.............................................................................. 77
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Section 6 WPT Pages.......................................................... 121

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WPT Page Group............................................................... 121
Finding the Desired Airport........................................... 122
Duplicate Waypoints....................................................... 123
Airport Location Page..................................................... 124
Airport Location Page Options..................................... 125
Airport Runway Page...................................................... 125
Airport Runway Page Options...................................... 126
Airport Frequency Page................................................. 127
Airport Frequency Page Options................................... 128
Airport Approach Page................................................... 129
Airport Approach Page Options................................... 130
Airport Arrival Page........................................................ 132
Airport Arrival Page Options........................................ 133
Airport Departure Page.................................................. 134
Airport Departure Page Options................................... 135
Intersection Page............................................................. 136
NDB Page........................................................................... 137
VOR Page........................................................................... 138

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User Waypoint Page........................................................ 139
Creating User Waypoints............................................. 140
Creating User Waypoints from the Map Page............... 142
Modifying User Waypoints........................................... 143
User Waypoint Page Options........................................ 144
User Waypoint List...................................................... 145

Section 7 NRST Pages....................................................... 149

NRST Page Group............................................................. 149
Navigating to a Nearby Waypoint............................... 151
Nearest Airport Page...................................................... 152
Nearest Intersection Page............................................. 153
Nearest NDB Page............................................................ 153
Nearest VOR Page............................................................ 154
Nearest User Waypoint Page......................................... 155
Nearest Center (ARTCC) Page....................................... 155
Nearest Flight Service Station (FSS) Page................. 156
Nearest Airspace Page.................................................... 157

Section 8 VLOC (VOR/Localizer/Glideslope)
Receiver Operations.......................................................... 161
Ident Audio and Volume................................................. 161
VLOC Tuning Window...................................................... 161
VLOC Ident Window......................................................... 162
Auto-Tuning...................................................................... 162
CDI Key............................................................................... 164

Restoring Factory Settings............................................ 193
Setup 2 Page..................................................................... 194
SBAS Selection............................................................ 194

Section 10 Vertical Navigation (VNAV).................. 195
Section 11 Fault Detection and Exclusion (FDE)Interface................................................................................... 198
Fault Detection and Exclusion (FDE)............................ 198
Pre-departure Verification of FDE................................ 198

Section 12 Messages, Abbreviations,& Nav Terms............................................................................ 199
Messages........................................................................... 199
Turn Advisory and Arrival Annunciations................... 206
Flight Plan Transfer Messages...................................... 206
Abbreviations................................................................... 207
Navigation Terms............................................................. 211

Appendix A NavData Card Use................................... 213
Appendix B Specifications............................................ 214
Appendix C Troubleshooting Q & A......................... 215
Index........................................................................................... 221

Section 9 AUX Pages........................................................ 165
AUX Page Group............................................................... 165
Flight Planning Page....................................................... 166
Utility Page........................................................................ 177
Checklists................................................................... 178
Trip Statistics............................................................... 181
RAIM Prediction.......................................................... 182
Software Versions........................................................ 182
Database Versions....................................................... 183
Terrain Database Versions............................................ 183
Setup 1 Page..................................................................... 183
CDI / Alarms................................................................ 187
Units / Position............................................................ 188
Date / Time................................................................. 190
Display Backlight. ....................................................... 190
Nearest Airport Criteria............................................... 191
Data Field Configuration............................................. 191
COM Configuration..................................................... 192
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Model Descriptions
Model Descriptions

Service via the Garmin GDL 69/69A datalink receiver.

This guide covers the operation of the GNS 530W,
GNS 530AW, and the GPS 500W. In general, allmodels will be referred to as the 500W-series, except
where there are physical or operational differences.
The 500W-series units are 6.25” wide and 4.60” high.
The display is a 320 by 234 pixel color LCD. The units
include two removable data cards, one with a Jeppesen
database (inserted in the left-most card slot) and thesecond being a Terrain database (inserted in the rightmost card slot).

GNS 530W and GNS 530AW

The GNS 530W and GNS 530AW include all of thefeatures of the GPS 500W, and also includes a TSO’dairborne VHF communications transceiver and a
TSO’d airborne VOR/Localizer and Glideslope receivers. This multipurpose unit is available with either a
10-watt (GNS 530W) or 16-watt (GNS 530AW) Com
transceiver. References to the GNS 530W also include
the GNS 530AW.

GPS 500W

The GPS 500W has a WAAS GPS engine and is
TSO C146a certified for primary domestic, oceanic,
and remote navigation including en route, terminal,and non-precision approaches, and approaches withvertical guidance, such as LPV and LNAV/VNAV. The
GPS 500W can simultaneously give aviators vital
approach information and weather and traffic data
in relation to their position on a large, color moving
map display. Thanks to a high-contrast color display,the information can be easily read from wide viewing angles even in direct sunlight. Its color moving
map features a built-in database that shows cities,
highways, railroads, rivers, lakes, coastlines, and acomplete Jeppesen database. The Jeppesen database(that can be updated with a front-loading data card)
contains all airports, VORs, NDBs, Intersections, FSSs,
Approaches, DPs/STARs, and SUA information.
Pilots will enjoy the GPS 500W as an MFD, especially when it is coupled with traffic, lightning detection, and weather interfaces. With the PC-based FDE
prediction program, the GPS 500W may be used foroceanic or remote operations. For the latest in graphical and textual weather information, the GPS 500W
can connect to XM Satellite Radio’s XM WX Weather

Takeoff TourThis Takeoff Tour is intended to provide a brief
introduction of the 500W-series major features. The
rest of this manual describes these features, and others,in additional detail. Use this guide, as needed, to learn
or review the details regarding a particular feature. The
Index may be used to quickly locate the information
you want. Before flying with your 500W series unit,
take the time to review the information in the manuals
and practice with the trainer.
After you’re familiar with the basics, some suggested reading within the Reference section includes:• Flight plan features - Section 4• Waypoint information pages (database information)- Section 6• IFR procedures - Section 5• Aux pages - Unit settings (configuring the unit toyour preferences) - Section 9
If you’re unable to locate the information you need,
we’re here to help! Garmin’s Customer Service staff isavailable during normal business hours (U.S. Central
time zone) at the phone and fax numbers listed on
page ii. You can also reach us by mail (see page ii) or at
our web site address: www.garmin.com.

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Key and Knob Functions
Key and Knob Functions

The 500W-series navigators are designed to make
operation as simple as possible. The descriptions on
the next three pages provide a general overview of the
primary function(s) for each key and knob. This Takeoff Tour section is intended to provide a brief overview
of the primary functions of your 500W-series unit.
Experiment with the unit and refer to the reference
sections for more information.

whichever is currently selected by
the tuning cursor. Press this knob
momentarily to toggle the tuning
cursor between the COM and VLOC
frequency fields.

W

The COM flip-flop key (GNS
530W) is used to swap the active andstandby COM frequencies. Press andhold to select emergency channel(121.500 MHz).

V

The VLOC flip-flop key (GNS
530W) is used to swap the active
and standby VLOC frequencies (i.e.,
make the selected standby frequency
active).

Left-hand Keys and Knobs

2k

The COM power/volume knob
controls unit power and communications radio volume. Press momentarily
to disable automatic squelch control.
In the GPS 500W, this control is used
only for power.

j

The VLOC volume knob (GNS
530W) controls audio volume for theselected VOR/ Localizer frequency.
Press momentarily to enable/disable
the ident tone.

y

The large left knob (COM/VLOC)(GNS 530W) is used to tune themegahertz (MHz) value (to the left ofthe decimal point) of the standby frequency for the communications transceiver or the VOR/Localizer receiver,whichever is currently selected by thetuning cursor.

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The small left knob (PUSH C/V)
(GNS 530W) is used to tune thekilohertz (kHz) value (to the rightof the decimal point) of the standby
frequency for the communicationstransceiver or the VLOC receiver,
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On the GNS 530W, thelarge and small left
knobs allow you totune the desired COM
or VLOC frequency.

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Key and Knob Functions
Right-hand Keys and Knobs
RNG

D

MENU

CLR

ENT

t

The range key (RNG) allows you toselect the desired map scale. Use theup arrow side of the key to zoom out
to a larger area, or the down arrowside to zoom into a smaller area.
The direct-to key (direct-to) provides access to the direct-to function,
which allows you to enter a destination waypoint and establishes a direct
course to the selected destination.
See Section 3.

With the on-screen cursor enabled,
the large right knob allows you tomove the cursor about the page.

r

The small right knob (PUSH CRSR)
is used to select between the various
pages within one of the groups listed
above. Press this knob momentarily
to display the on-screen cursor.
The cursor allows you to enter data
and/or make a selection from a list of
options.

The menu key (MENU) displays
a context-sensitive list of options.
This options list allows you to access
additional features or make settingschanges which relate to the currently
displayed page.
The clear key (CLR) is used to erase
information or cancel an entry. Press
and hold this key to immediately
display the Default Navigation Page,
regardless of the page that is currently displayed.
The enter key (ENT) is used toapprove an operation or complete
data entry. It is also used to confirm
information, such as the Database
Page during power on.
The large right knob (GPS) is used
to select between the various pagegroups: NAV, WPT, AUX or NRST.
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Data is entered using the large and small
right knobs. Experiment with them to become efficient at entering data. This greatly
reduces the amount of time spent operating
the 500W-series unit in flight.

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GPS 500W

GNS 530W

Bottom Row Keys
NRST

CDI

OBS

MSG

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ments when the MSG annunciator isdisplayed. See Sections 12 and 9 formore information on messages andunit settings.

The nearest key (NRST) (GPS500W) displays the Nearest Airports
page. Then, turning the small rightknob steps through the NRST pages.
The CDI key (GNS 530W) is used totoggle the navigation source (GPS or
VLOC) which provides output to an
external HSI or CDI.
The OBS key is used to selectmanual or automatic sequencing of
waypoints. Pressing this key selects
OBS mode, which retains the current“active to” waypoint as your navigation reference even after passing the
waypoint (i.e., prevents sequencing
to the next waypoint). Pressing the
OBS key again returns to normal
operation, with automatic sequencing of waypoints. Whenever OBS
mode is selected, you may set thedesired course to/from a waypoint
using the OBS Page, or an external
OBS selector on your HSI or CDI.
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FPL

VNAV

PROC

The flight plan key (FPL) allows
you to create, edit, activate andinvert flight plans, as well as accessapproaches, departures and arrivals.
A closest point to flight plan featureis also available from the flight plan
key. See Section 4 for more information on flight plans.
The vertical navigation key(VNAV) allows you to create a threedimensional profile which guides
you to a final (target) altitude at a
specified location. See Section 10.
The procedures key (PROC) allows
you to select approaches, departures
and arrivals from your flight plan.
When using a flight plan, available
procedures for your departure and/or
arrival airport are offered automatically. Otherwise, you may select thedesired airport, then the desired
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Power On
Power On

The Garmin 500W-series offers you accurate
navigational data and communication capability, alongwith non-precision and precision approach certification in the IFR environment. The Takeoff Tour isdesigned to familiarize you with the basic operationof the 500W-series — including powering up theunit, changing frequencies, entering data, performing a simple direct-to, selecting IFR procedures andprovides a limited introduction to using flight plans.
In addition, this section briefly covers the default
navigation, map and frequency pages available as partof the NAV page group. These pages are used for mostof your in-flight navigation.
The Takeoff Tour assumes that the unit and antennas have been properly installed and you have notchanged any of the 500W-series default settings. If
you have changed any of the factory default settings(position format, units of measure, selectable fields,etc.), the pictures shown here may not exactly match
what you see on your 500W-series unit. Prior to using
your 500W-series unit for the first time, we recommend that you taxi to a location that is well away frombuildings and other aircraft so the unit can collectsatellite data without interruption.
Powering up the 500W-series units

The GNS 530W’s power and COM volume arecontrolled using the COM power/volume knob at the
top left corner of the unit. In the GPS 500W, the knob
controls only power. Turning it clockwise turns unit
power on and increases the COM radio volume. After
turning the unit on, a Welcome Page is displayed while
the unit performs a self test, followed by copyright andsoftware version information.
The Database Confirmation Page appears next
and shows the current database information on the
NavData card (with the valid operating dates, cycle
number and database type indicated). The databaseis updated every 28 days and must be current for
approved instrument approach operations. Information on database subscriptions is available inside your
500W-series package.
To acknowledge the database information, press
the ENT key .

Power-up Sequence
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Instrument Panel Self-Test
Fuel Capacity isentered manually

Check CDI/HSI,
RMI and other instruments to verify
these indications.

Fuel on board and fuel flow areprovided manually or by sensors, if installed
Select to Set Fuel Level
to Full Capacity

Should matchcurrent OBS course
selection

Select to display
Checklists Page

Instrument Panel Self-Test

Once the database has been acknowledged, theInstrument Panel Self-Test Page appears. To ensurethat your 500W-series unit and any connected instruments are working properly, check for the following
indications on your CDI/HSI, RMI, external annunciators and other connected instruments:• Course deviation• Glideslope• TO/FROM flag
• Time to destination• Bearing to destination• Desired track• Distance to dest.
• Ground speed• All external annunciators (if installed)
The Instrument Panel Self-Test Page indicates thecurrently selected OBS course, fuel capacity (CAP),
fuel on board (FOB) and fuel flow (FF). The fuelcapacity is entered manually. Fuel on board and fuelflow may be manually entered if your installation does
not include connection to sensors which automaticallyprovide these figures.

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To enter fuel capacity, fuel on board or fuel flow
figures (if not provided by sensors):

1.
2.

Turn the large right knob to select the “CAP”,“FOB” or “FF” field.
Turn the small and large right knobs to enter
the desired figure, then press ENT.

Enter the fuel capacity, fuel on board or fuel flow figures
directly onto the appropriate field of the Instrument Panel
Self-Test Page. Fuel on board and fuel flow are automaticallyprovided if your installation includes connection to externalsensors.

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Fuel On Board and Checklists
Fuel On Board and Checklists

The Instrument Panel Self-Test Page includes selections to set fuel on board (FOB) to full capacity andaccess the Checklists Page. This allows you to quickly
set fuel to full limits and display any checklists you’ve
entered, such as start up or takeoff checklists.
To set fuel on board to full (if not provided by
sensor):1.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Set
Full Fuel?”.

Select “Go To Checklists?” to display the
Checklist Page and any available checklists. A
500W-series unit can hold up to nine checklists with up to 30 entries in each checklist.

3.

Once you’ve verified instrument operation with
the Instrument Panel Self-Test Page displayed, turnthe large right knob to highlight “OK?” and press
the ENT key.

Select “Set Full Fuel?” to set fuel on board(FOB) to full capacity.

2.

Once you complete the desired checklist(s),press the small right knob to return to theChecklists Page. Press the small right knob
again to return to normal operation on theSatellite Status or Map pages.

Press ENT and verify that fuel on board (FOB)
now matches the fuel capacity (CAP) figure.
Fuel on board is now reduced, over time, basedon the fuel flow (FF) figure.

To view the checklists page:1.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Go To
Checklists?” and press ENT.

2.

Turn the large right knob to select the desired
checklist, then follow the steps in Section 9 Aux
Pages - Utility Page (Checklists) to execute eachstep in the selected checklist.

The Satellite Status Page appears as the 500Wseries unit begins to collect satellite information. An“Acquiring” status is displayed on the Satellite Status
Page and the signal strength of any satellites received
appears as “bar graph” readings. This is a good indication that you are receiving signals and that a position
fix is determined. Following the first-time use of your
500W-series unit, the time required for a position fix
varies — usually within two minutes.

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Acquiring Satellites / Messages
Acquiring Satellites / Messages

If the 500W-series unit has not been operated for aperiod of six months or more, it may have to “Search
the Sky” to collect new data. This means the unit isacquiring satellite data to establish almanac and satellite orbit information, which can take 5 to 10 minutes.
The Satellite Status Page displays a “Searching Sky”
status, and the message annunciator (MSG) above the
MSG key also flashes to alert you of a system message,“Searching the Sky”.

The Satellite Status Page shows the ID numbers for the satellites and the relative signal
strength of each satellite received (as a “bargraph” reading).

The Time and other data may not be displayed
until the unit has acquired enough satellites for a fix.
To view a system message, press MSG.

“Searching Sky” indicates that satellite almanac
data is not available. The data is recollected from thefirst available satellite.
“Acquiring” indicates that satellites have been
located and information is being acquired, but thereceiver does not have enough satellites for a 3-dimensional position.
“3D NAV” indicates that a 3-dimensional position
is available.

MESSAGE PAGE

The Message Page appears and displays the status
or warning information applicable to the receiver’s current operating condition.
To return to the previous page after viewing amessage, press MSG again.

8“3D DIFF NAV” indicates when a 3-dimensional
position is available and differential corrections arebeing used.
The “INTEG” annunciator (bottom left corner ofthe screen) indicates that satellite coverage is insufficient to pass built-in integrity monitoring tests.

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Selecting Com/Nav Frequencies

While the GNS 530W is acquiring a position,
let’s take a minute to dial in the active and standby
frequencies you’ll be using for the first phase of yourflight. The GNS 530W display is divided into separate‘windows’ (or screen areas), including a COM window,
VLOC window (by default with VOR ident/radial, but
selectable for other data — including a traffic display)
and a GPS window which occupies the right 3/4 of thedisplay.
COM Window:
Active Frequency
COM Window:
Standby Frequency(with tuning cursor)

3.

Turn the small left knob to select the desired
kilohertz (kHz) value. For example, the “.70”
portion of the frequency “117.70”.

4.

To activate the selected frequency, press theappropriate flip-flop key—COM for communication frequencies or VLOC for VOR/Localizer
frequencies.

Once you’ve entered the active frequency, simply
repeat steps 1 through 3, above, to enter the standby
frequency. After both communication frequencies havebeen entered, you may elect to keep the COM window‘hot’ by leaving the cursor on the standby frequency, or
move the cursor to the VLOC window by pressing thesmall left knob.
NOTE: When selecting VLOC frequencies, thetuning cursor automatically returns to the COM
window after 30 seconds of inactivity.

VLOC Tuning Window and
VLOC Ident Window(Ident Window is user-selectable)

Pushing the small left knob moves the tuning
cursor back-and-forth between the COM and VLOC
frequency windows. To select the active frequency, youmust first enter the frequency in the standby field, anduse the COM (or VLOC) flip-flop key to move it to
the active field.
To change the standby communication (COM) or
VLOC frequency:

1.

2.

Selecting Com/Nav Frequencies

If the tuning cursor is not currently in thedesired window (COM or VLOC), press thesmall left knob momentarily to switch thehighlight between the COM and VLOC windows. Adjusting the frequencies with the large
and small left knobs will affect the standby
frequency.
Turn the large left knob to select the desired
megahertz (MHz) value. For example, the“117” portion of the frequency “117.70”.
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NOTE: GPS level of service annunciations (LPV, ENR,etc.) are not applicable to the external CDI (or HSI)
when VLOC is active.

Cursor highlights COM window.

To switch the active and standby frequencies, press the COM flip-flop key. Switching
the active and standby frequencies does notremove the cursor from the COM window.

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Page Groups
Page Groups(Large right knob to change page groups)(Small right knob to select pages within the group)

NAV Group

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WPT Group

AUX Group

Default NAV

Airport Location

Airport Departure

Flight Planning

Map

Airport Runway

Intersection

Utility

Terrain

Airport Frequency

NDBs

Setup 1NAVCOM

Airport Approach

VOR

Setup 2

Satellite Status

Airport Arrival

User Waypoint

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Page Groups(Large right knob to change page groups)(Small right knob to select pages within the group)

NRST GroupFPL Group

VNAV(Press FLP)

(Press VNAV)

Vertical Navigation

Nearest Airport

Nearest Center

Active Flight Plan

Nearest Intersection

Nearest FSS

Flight Plan Catalog

PROC(Press PROC)

Nearest NDB

Nearest Airspace
Procedures
NOTE: The number of NAV pages available vary depending on the installationof options. See 400W/500W Series Display Interfaces Pilot's Guide Addendums.

Nearest VOR

Selection of any main page is performed using thelarge and small right knobs. The large right knob
selects the page group: NAV, WPT, AUX or NRST. The
small right knob selects the desired page within agroup. To quickly select the Default NAV page, Press
and hold CLR.

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NAV Pages

The map page is one of five or more pages available under the NAV group. The previous page shows
the organization of the main page groups. Additionally, page groups for flight plans, procedures andvertical navigation are available by pressing the key
corresponding to the desired function (FPL, PROC
or VNAV). Selecting one of these stand-alone pagegroups, in effect, exits the main page groups anddisplays a page for the desired function. When pressing
the same function key a second time, the 500W-series
unit returns to the main page group and the previously
displayed page.
To select the desired NAV page, turn the small rightknob until the desired page is displayed.

If you are currently viewing a page that is not partof the NAV group, you can quickly return to the NAVgroup using the CLR key. The number of Nav group
pages available varies with installed equipment.
To select the NAV group and display the Default
NAV Page, press and hold CLR.

In addition to the group of NAV pages, additionalgroups of pages are available for waypoint information(WPT), auxiliary (AUX) functions such as flight planning or unit settings, and listings for nearest (NRST)
airports or other facilities.
1. To select the desired page group, turn thelarge right knob until a page from the desiredgroup is displayed.
2. To select the desired page within the group,
turn the small right knob until the desired
page is displayed.

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The bottom right corner of the screen indicatesthe page group currently being displayed (e.g.,
NAV or NRST), the number of screens available
within that group (indicated by rectangular
icons) and the placement of the current screen
within that group (indicated by a highlighted
square icon). To select a different page within
the group, turn the small right knob.
See the 400W/500W Series Display Interfaces
Pilot’s Guide Addendum, part number 19000356-31 and the 400W/500W Series Garmin
Optional Displays Pilot’s Guide Addendum, partnumber 190-00356-30.

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Default NAV Page
Default NAV Page

During most flights, the Default NAV, Map and
NAVCOM pages are the primary pages used for navigation. The Default NAV Page displays a “look ahead”
map, graphic course deviation indicator (CDI), theactive leg of your flight plan (as defined by the current“from” and “to” waypoints), and four user-selectabledata fields. The default settings for these fields are distance to waypoint (DIS), desired track (DTK), ground
speed (GS) and estimated time en route (ETE). See
Section 12 for def﻿initions of these navigation terms.
The default NAV page is selected by pressing and holding the CLR key or turning the small right knob.
From the Default NAV Page, simply turn thesmall right knob to display the available pages. The
NAVCOM Page displays the available frequencies(communication and navigation) for the departure
airport, any en route airports that are included in yourflight plan, and the final destination airport. Whenusing the direct-to function, frequencies are listed forthe airport nearest to your starting position and thedestination airport.

To change the data fields in the corners of the
Default NAV Page:

1.

Press MENU (with the Map Page displayed).

The data fields on the Default NAV Page
may be custom-tailored to your preferences. A menu selection is provided to“Change Fields?”.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight“Change Fields?” and press ENT.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedata field you wish to change.

4.

Turn the small right knob to select the typeof data you want to appear on this field andpress ENT.

User-selectable Data Fields(all four corners)

Bearing indicator tothe current active
TO waypoint

Active Leg of Flight Plan,or Direct-to Destination

Course Deviation
Indicator (CDI)

The large right knob is used to select thedata field you wish to change. Then use
the small right knob to display a list ofdata options and select the desired data
item.

5.

Press the small right knob to remove thecursor.

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Map Page
Map Page

The Map Page displays your present position(using an airplane symbol) relative to nearby airports,
VORs, NDBs, intersections, user waypoints andairspace boundaries — and your route displayed as asolid line. The current Map Scale is indicated in thelower left corner and adjustable using the RNG key.
The Map Scale refers to the distance from thebottom to the top of the viewable display.
After the GNS 530W acquires satellites and computes a position, the Map Page appears automatically.
Map Display

Present Position

While viewing the map page, you
can quickly declutter and remove
many of the background map details
by pressing the CLR key (repeatedly)
until the desired detail is depicted.

Desired
Track

Map
Scale

MAP PAGE

To change the map scale, use theRNG key.

To adjust the map scale:1.

Press the up arrow on the RNG key to zoom
out to a larger area.

OR,
2.

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By adding data fields along theright-hand side, the Map Page can
combine a moving map display
and navigation data for complete
situational awareness. Map setup
pages are provided to add thesedata fields and to designate themaximum scale at which each map
feature appears. These settings
provide an automatic declutteringof the map (based upon your preferences) as you adjust the scale.

Press the down arrow on the RNG key to zoom
in to a smaller area.

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NAVCOM Page

Frequency TypeFrequency List

The Navigation/Communications (NAVCOM) Page
provides a complete list of airport frequencies at yourdeparture, en route and arrival airports.
A frequency listed on the NAVCOM Page can bequickly transferred to the standby field of the COM
or VLOC windows. This time saving process prevents
having to “re-key” a frequency already displayed elsewhere on the screen.
To display the frequency list for the desired flightplan or direct-to airport:

1.

Push the small right knob to activate thecursor on the airport identifier field (in the GPS
window).

2.

Turn the small right knob to display the listof airports (departure, arrival and en route) for
your flight plan or direct-to. Continue to turnthe small right knob until the desired airport
is selected.

3.

NAVCOM PAGE
To select a communication or navigation frequency:

1.

Push the small right knob to activate thecursor in the GPS window.

2.

Turn the large right knob to select the desired
frequency from the list.

3.

Press ENT to transfer the selected frequency
to the standby field in the COM or VLOC
window. COM frequencies automatically go
to the standby field of the COM window andnavigation frequencies automatically go to thestandby field of the VLOC window, regardlessof the window currently highlighted by the
cursor.

4.

To activate the selected frequency, press the
COM or VLOC flip-flop key.

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Press ENT to display the frequency list for theselected airport.

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Direct-To Navigation
Direct-To Navigation

5.

The 500W-series unit can use direct point-to-point
navigation to guide you from takeoff to touchdown,even in the IFR environment. Once a destination is
selected, the unit provides course and distance data
based upon a direct course from your present position
to your destination. A destination can be selected fromany page with the direct-to key.

Press ENT to confirm the identifier. The “Activate?” function field is highlighted.

Destination Waypoint
Identifier Field
Confirm the selected direct-to destination byhighlighting “Activate?” and pressing ENT.

6.
“Activate?”
Function Field

Select Direct-To Waypoint Page
To select a direct-to destination:

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1.

Press the direct-to key. The Select Direct-to
Waypoint Page appears with the destination
field highlighted. The direct-to waypoint may
also be selected by facility or city name. See
Section 3 for more information.

2.

Turn the small right knob to enter the first
letter of the destination waypoint identifier. The
destination waypoint may be an airport, VOR,NDB, intersection or user waypoint, as long as
it is in the database or stored in memory as auser waypoint.

3.

Turn the large right knob to the right to movethe cursor to the next character position.

4.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to spell out the rest of
the waypoint identifier.
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Press ENT to activate a direct-to course to theselected destination. Press and hold CLR toreturn to the default NAV page.

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IFR Procedures

3.

Once the direct-to or flight plan is confirmed, thewhole range of instrument procedures is available toyou. Departures (SIDs), arrivals (STARs), non-precision and precision approaches are stored within the
NavData card and available using the PROC key.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
procedure and press ENT.

A window appears to select the desired
procedure. Use the small right knob to makeyour selection.

4.

For approaches, a window appears to selectthe desired initial approach fix (IAF) or a“vectors” option to select just the final course
segment of the approach. Turn the small rightknob to select the desired option and press
ENT. (Vectors guidance is relative to the final
inbound course. A line is drawn beyond thefinal approach fix, allowing you to intercept
the final course segment beyond its normal
limits.)5.

For departures and arrivals, pop-up windows
appear to select the desired transition andrunway(s). Turn the small right knob to selectthe desired option and press ENT.

6.

With “Load?” highlighted, press ENT to add
the procedure to the flight plan or direct-to.

Press the PROC key to display the procedures
page. Turn the large right knob to select thedesired option.
To display the Procedures Page, press PROC.

The steps required to select and activate an
approach, departure or arrival are very similar. In thisintroductory section, we’ll show examples of the steps
required to select an approach, but keep in mind thesame process also applies to departures and arrivals.
To select an approach, departure, or arrival:

1.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlightthe “Select Approach?” option (or “SelectArrival?”/“Select Departure?”) from the Procedures Page.
Press ENT to display a list of available procedures for the arrival (when using approaches
or STARs) or departure (when using SIDs)
airport.

The selected procedure for the departure or arrival
airport is added to the sequence of waypoints in theflight plan or direct-to (as shown on the Active Route
Page). You can later “activate” the selected procedurefrom the Procedures Page or the Active Flight PlanPage.

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Nearest Airports
Nearest Pages

To display the NRST pages:

The NRST page group provides listings for nearest
airports or other facilities. The NRST group includes
detailed information on the 25 nearest airports, VORs,
NDBs, intersections and user-created waypoints within
200 NM of your current position. In addition, pages arealso provided to display the five nearest center (ARTCC/
FIR) and Flight Service Station (FSS) points of communication, plus alert you to any special-use or controlled
airspace you may be in or near.

1.

If necessary, press the small right knob toremove the cursor from the page.

2.

Turn the large right knob to select the NRST
page group, as indicated by “NRST” appearing
in the lower right corner of the screen.

The Nearest Airport Page (shown at left) is one ofeight pages available under the NRST group:• Nearest Airport Page
• Nearest Intersection Page
• Nearest NDB Page

To display a list of nearby airports, turn thelarge right knob to select the NRST pagegroup and (if needed) the small right knob toselect the Nearest Airport Page.

• Nearest VOR Page
• Nearest User Waypoints Page
• Nearest ARTCC Page

To scroll through the list, press the small
right knob, then turn the large right knob.

• Nearest FSS Page
• Nearest Airspace Page183.

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Turn the small right knob to select the desired
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Nearest Airports
Nearest Airport Page

You may examine both the communication
frequencies and runway information directly fromthe Nearest Airport Page. As discussed earlier for the
NAVCOM Page, you may also place any displayed
frequency into the standby COM or VLOC field byhighlighting the frequency with the cursor and pressing ENT.
To view additional information for a nearby
airport:The Nearest Airport Page may be used in conjunction with the direct-to key to quickly set a course toa nearby facility in an in-flight emergency. Selecting anearby airport as a direct-to destination overrides yourflight plan or cancels a previously selected direct-to
destination (you still have the option of returning to
your flight plan by cancelling the direct-to.)To select a nearby airport as a direct-to destination:

From the Nearest Airport Page...

1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to select the desired
airport from the list.

2.

Turn the large right knob to select the desired
airport from the list.

3.

Press ENT to display waypoint (WPT) information pages for the selected airport.

3.

Press the direct-to key, ENT and ENT (again)to navigate to the nearby airport.

To select a nearby airport as a new destination, highlight its identifier, press the directto key, ENT and ENT (again).

Additional information for a nearby airport isavailable by highlighting an identifier on thelist and pressing ENT.

4.

To display runway and frequency information, press the small right knob to remove
the cursor and turn the small right knob todisplay the desired information page.

From an Airport Information Page...
1.

Press the direct-to key, ENT and ENT (again)to navigate to the nearby airport.

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Nearest Airspace
Nearest Airspace Page

The last page in the NRST group, the Nearest
Airspace Page, provides information for up to nine
controlled or special-use airspaces near or in yourflight path. Airspace information appears on this page
based upon the same criteria used for airspace alert
messages. Nearby airspace information and airspacealert messages are provided according to the following
conditions:• If your projected course takes you inside
an airspace within the next ten minutes,
the message “Airspace ahead -- less than 10
minutes” appears.
• If you are within two nautical miles of anairspace and your current course is suchthat it will take you inside that airspace, themessage “Airspace near and ahead” appears.

To view additional information about theairspace, select the nearest airspace page.
Detailed information is available by highlighting the airspace name and pressing ENT.
To view an airspace alert message:

1.

Press the MSG key. The message page appears
with the alert message.

• If you are within two nautical miles of anairspace and your current course is suchthat it will not take you inside that airspace,
the message “Near airspace less than 2nm”
appears.
• If you have entered an airspace, the message“Inside Airspace” appears.
By default, airspace alert messages are turned off.
When turned on, the message (MSG) annunciatorlocated directly above the MSG key flashes to alert
you to the airspace message.

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When an airspace alert occurs, the message(MSG) annunciator flashes at the bottom of thescreen. Press MSG to view the alert message.

Press MSG again to return to the previous
display.
Note that the airspace alerts are based upon threedimensional data (latitude, longitude and altitude)
to avoid nuisance alerts. The alert boundaries forcontrolled airspace are also sectorized to provide
complete information on any nearby airspace. Additional information about a nearby airspace — such as
controlling agency, frequency and floor/ceiling limits— is available from the nearest airspace page.
2.

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Flight Plans
Flight Plans

The 500W-series unit lets you create up to 20
flight plans, with up to 100 waypoints in each flightplan. Flight plans are created, edited and activatedusing the FPL key. The FPL page group includes two
pages: the Active Flight Plan Page and the Flight Plan
Catalog. The Active Flight Plan Page provides information and editing features for the flight plan currently
in use (referred to as “flight plan 00”). The Flight Plan
Catalog serves as the main page for creating new flightplans, as well as editing or activating previously created flight plans.

To create a new flight plan, select “Create New Flight Plan?” from the Flight Plan
Catalog Options.

4.

The cursor appears on the first waypoint identifier field (located directly below “WAYPOINT”).
Use the large and small right knobs to enter
the identifier of the first waypoint in the flightplan (the small knob is used to select thedesired letter or number and the large knob isused to move to the next character space.).

Active Flight Plan Page with flight plan currently in use.

Since using flight plans is arguably one of the more
complex features of the 500W-series unit, we’ll only discuss it briefly here — focusing on creating a new flightplan and activating it to use for navigation. Additional
information about flight plans can be found in the
Flight Plan section (Section 4).

Enter the identifier for each airport and/or
navaid into the flight plan in the same
sequence you wish to fly.

To create a new flight plan:

1.
2.
3.

Press the FPL key and turn the small rightknob to select the Flight Plan Catalog.
Press the MENU key to display the Flight Plan
Catalog Options.
Turn the large right knob to select “Create
New Flight Plan?” and press ENT.

5.

Press ENT once the identifier has been selected.
The cursor moves to the next blank waypoint
identifier field.

6.

Repeat steps 4 and 5, above, until all waypoints
for the flight plan have been entered.

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7.

Press the small right knob to remove thehighlighting. Once the flight plan is created,
it may be activated from an options window.
Activating the flight plan copies it into “flightplan 00” (the original flight plan still resides in
the Flight Catalog) and replaces any flight plan
which currently exists in “flight plan 00.”

To activate the new flight plan:1.

On the Flight Plan Catalog page, press thesmall right knob to activate the cursor. Rotate
the large right knob to highlight the desired
flight plan.

2.

Press the MENU key to display the Flight Plan
Catalog Options.

3.

Turn the small right knob to select “Activate
Flight Plan?” and press ENT.

Select “Activate Flight Plan?” from the page
menu to begin using the new flight plan.

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Section 1 - COM Communicating using the
GNS 530W

1 - COM
Radio Volume / Auto Squelch

SquelchThe GNS 530W features a digitally-tuned VHF
COM radio that provides a seamless transition from
communication to navigation. The GNS 530W’s
COM radio operates in the aviation voice band, from
118.000 to 136.975 MHz, in 25 kHz steps (default).
For European operations, a COM radio configurationof 8.33 kHz steps is also provided.

The COM radio features an automatic squelch toreject many localized noise sources. You may override
the squelch function by pressing the COM power/
volume knob. This facilitates listening to a distant station or setting the desired volume level.
While receiving a station, an “RX” indication
appears in the upper right corner of the COM
window — to the immediate right of “COM”. A “TX”
indication appears at this location while you are transmitting.

“TX” appears at the upper right corner of the
COM window while transmitting.

Press the COM power/volume knob momentarily to override the automatic squelch.
Note the “RX” receive indication when
receiving a station.

VolumeCOM radio volume is adjusted using the COM
power/volume knob. Turn the COM power/volume
knob clockwise to increase volume, or counterclockwise to decrease volume.

To override the automatic squelch, press the
COM power/volume knob momentarily. Press COM
power/volume knob again to return to automatic
squelch operation.

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Com Window and Tuning

GNS 530W only

COM Window and Tuning

Communication frequencies are selected with thetuning cursor in the standby COM frequency field,
and using the large and small left knobs to dial in
the desired frequency. The standby frequency always
appears below the active frequency. The active frequency is the frequency currently in use for transmit
and receive operations.
Once the standby frequency is selected, use
the COM flip-flop key to make the frequency
active for transmit and receive operations.

NOTE: The tuning cursor normally appears in the
COM window, unless placed in the VLOC window
by pressing the small left knob. When the tuning
cursor is in the VLOC window, it automatically
returns to the COM window after 30 seconds ofinactivity. The active frequency in either window
cannot be accessed directly — only the standby
frequency is highlighted by the tuning cursor.

Tuning cursor in the COM window. Use thesmall and large left knobs to dial in thedesired standby frequency.

A frequency may also be quickly selected from thedatabase by simply highlighting the desired frequency
on any of the main pages and pressing ENT. This process is referred to as “auto-tuning”. Once a frequency
is selected in the standby field, it may be transferredto the active frequency by pressing the COM flip-flop
key.

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To select a COM frequency:

1.

If the tuning cursor is not currently in the COM
window, press the small left knob momentarily.

2.

Turn the large left knob to select the desired
megahertz (MHz) value. For example, the“118” portion of the frequency “118.300”.

3.

Turn the small left knob to select the desired
kilohertz (kHz) value. For example, the “.300”
portion of the frequency “118.300”.

1 - COM
Auto-Tuning / Nearest Apt Page

frequencies from some of the main GPS pages.
To select a COM frequency for a nearby airport:

1.

Select the Nearest Airport Page from the NRST
page group. (See Section 7, or press and hold
CLR, then turn the large right knob until thenearest pages appear. Finally, if necessary, turnthe small right knob to display the Nearest
Airport Page.)

To make the standby frequency the active frequency, press the COM flip-flop key.

The tuning cursor remains in the COM window. If
you wish to select a VOR/localizer/ILS frequency, press
the small left knob momentarily to place the cursor in
the VLOC window. Additional instructions for VOR/
localizer/ILS operations are available in Sections 5 and 8.

Nearest Airport Page with common traffic
advisory frequency (CTAF) for the closest
airport highlighted.

2.

Press the small right knob momentarily toplace the cursor on the airport identifier field of
the first airport in the list. If you wish to selectanother airport, turn the large right knob tohighlight the desired airport.

3.

The Nearest Airport Page displays the common
traffic advisory frequency (CTAF) for each listed
airport. To select this frequency, turn the large
right knob to highlight the desired airport’s
CTAF frequency and press ENT to place thefrequency in the standby field of the COM
window.

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Cursor in VLOC window allows for VOR andILS operations.

Auto-Tuning

The GNS 530W’s auto-tune feature allows
you to quickly select any database frequency in
the GPS window as your standby frequency. Any
COM frequency displayed in the GPS window
can be transferred to the standby COM frequency
field, with a minimum of keystrokes required. The
following are some examples of selecting COM

1 - COM
Auto-Tuning FSS & Center Freqs

GNS 530W only

To display the entire list of frequencies for a
nearby airport and select from that list:

To select a COM frequency for a nearby flight
service station (FSS) or center (ARTCC):

1.

Start with the desired airport highlighted on
the Nearest Airport Page (as described on theprevious page), then press ENT.

1.

2.

Press the small right knob to remove thecursor and turn the small right knob to display the frequency list.

Use the nearest ARTCC Page to quickly retrieve the frequency(s) for the nearest center(ARTCC) facility.

From the Nearest Airport Page, select thedesired airport to show a more detailed listing of frequencies for that airport.

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Select the Nearest Center or Flight Service
Page from the NRST page group. (Turn thelarge right knob until the NRST pages appear.
Then, if necessary, turn the small right knob
to display the desired NRST page.)

3.

Press the small right knob momentarily toreactivate the cursor and turn the large rightknob to highlight the desired frequency.

4.

Press ENT to place the highlighted frequency
in the standby COM window field.

5.

Before leaving the frequency page, use thelarge right knob to highlight “Done?” andpress ENT. “Done?” always needs to beacknowledged before leaving a page group.

2.

Press the small right knob momentarily toplace the cursor on the page.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the
FSS/ARTCC frequency and press ENT to place
the frequency in the standby field of the COM
window.

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Auto-Tuning from Flight Plan

To select a COM frequency for any airport in yourflight plan:

To select a COM frequency for any airport in the
database:

1.

1.

Select the NAVCOM Page from the NAV pagegroup. (See Section 2, or press and hold CLR,
then turn the small right knob until the
NAVCOM Page appears.)

The NAVCOM Page provides a frequency list
for all the airports (departure, en route andarrival) along your active flight plan.

2.

3.

Press the small right knob to place the cursor
on the airport identifier field. To the left of thisfield appears Departure, En Route or Arrival— depending on the placement of the displayed airport within your flight plan.

Select the Airport Frequencies Page from the
WPT page group. (See Section 6, or turn thelarge right knob to select the WPT pagegroup. Then turn the small right knob until
the Airport Frequencies Page appears.)

Use the Airport Frequencies Page to retrievea frequency list for ANY airport in the
Jeppesen NavData database.

2.

Press the small right knob to place the cursor
on the airport identifier field.

3.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the identifier of the desired airport. Press ENT
when finished.

4.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired frequency.

5.

Press ENT to place the highlighted frequency
in the standby COM window field.

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Turn the small right knob to display a window
listing the airports in your flight plan. Continue
turning the small right knob to select thedesired airport.

4.

Press ENT to return to the NAVCOM Page withthe frequencies for the selected airport.

5.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired frequency.

6.

Press ENT to place the highlighted frequency
in the standby COM window field.

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Emergency Channel / Stuck Mic

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Emergency Channel

The GNS 530W’s emergency channel select provides a quick method of selecting 121.500 MHz as theactive frequency in the event of an in-flight emergency.
The emergency channel select is available whenever
the unit is on, regardless of GPS or cursor status, orloss of the display.
A “COM push-to-talk key stuck” message appears to warn
you of a stuck microphone. Transmitting is disabled after 35
seconds of continuous broadcasting.

Remote Frequency Selection Control

Press and hold the COM flip-flop key fortwo seconds to activate the 121.500 MHz
emergency frequency.
To quickly tune and activate 121.500, press
and hold the COM (or remote) flip-flop key for
approximately two seconds. If the remote key isused, further changes in COM frequency will not
be possible without recycling power.
NOTE: Under some circumstances if the com systemloses communication with the main system, the radio
will automatically tune to 121.500 MHz for transmit
and receive regardless of the displayed frequency.

Stuck Microphone

Whenever the GNS 530W is transmitting, a“TX” indication appears in the COM window. If the
microphone is stuck or accidentally left in the keyed
position, or continues to transmit after the key isreleased, the COM transmitter automatically times out(or ceases to transmit) after 35 seconds of continuous
broadcasting. You will also receive a “COM push-totalk key stuck” message as long as the stuck condition
exists.
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On units configured for remote Com frequency
recall*, pressing the remote recall switch will load thenext preset Com frequency into the unit’s Standby frequency box and display a temporary pop-up window
with the current Preset ID number—e.g., Preset 1 or
Preset 12. The remote recall switch can be pressed
multiple times to scroll the entire preset frequency
list through the Standby frequency box (the list will
“wrap” from the bottom of the list back up to the top,skipping any empty preset positions).
The standby frequency isn’t activated until a Com
flip flop switch (either remote- or bezel-mounted) ispressed. Remote Frequency Selection only functions
on units configured for a remote Com Frequency recall
switch. See Aux Pages - Setup 1 Page Preset Com Frequencies for instructions on storing preset Com frequencies.

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Frequencies are
only available
with Main
System Software
Version 3.00, or
later.

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Page Groups / NAV Page Group

Section 2
NAV Pages

Main Page Groups

The 500W-series main pages are divided into groups:
NAV, WPT, AUX and NRST. While viewing any of thesepages, selection of another page is a simple selection
process using the small and large right knobs.
NAV

WPT

5-7 available pages(see list below)

10 available pages(see Section 6)

AUX

NRST

4 available pages(see Section 9)

8 available pages(see Section 7)

The NAV page group includes five, or more, pages.
While viewing any NAV page, turn the small rightknob to select a different NAV page. You may findthis selection process convenient to cycle between
the Default NAV and Map Pages — two of the mostfrequently used pages. Other pages are provided tolist frequencies for your flight plan, show your current
position and display current satellite reception.
NOTE: Five or more NAV pages are available
depending on installation of optional information sources. See the 400W/500W Series Display
Interfaces Pilot's Guide Addendum.

Page Notation

To select the desired page group, turn the large
right knob until a page from the desired group isdisplayed.
To select the desired page within the group, turnthe small right knob until the desired page isdisplayed.

The bottom right corner of the screen indicatesthe page group that is currently being displayed (e.g.
NAV or NRST), the number of screens available withinthat group (indicated by rectangular icons) and theplacement of the current screen within that group(indicated by a highlighted rectangular icon). To selecta different page within the group, turn the small rightknob.

NAV Page Group
Turn Advisory and Waypoint Alert

Default NAV

Map

NAVCOM

Satellite Status

TerrainThis part of the screen is also used to display the
500W-series turn advisories (e.g., “Left to 209° in 9sec”) and waypoint alerts (e.g., “Arriving at waypoint”)
during flight plan and approach operations. See Section 5 for more information.

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Default NAV Page
Default NAV Page

NOTE: Approaching the FAF, the GNS 500W-series
unit automatically rescales in an angular fashion. This
allows the LPV approach to be flown identically to a
standard ILS. At 2.0 NM from the FAF, CDI scaling istightened from 1.0 to the angular full scale deflection
defined for the approach.

The first NAV page is the Default NAV Page. This
page may be quickly selected from ANY page by using
the CLR key.
Bearing pointer to thecurrent TO waypoint
User-selectable Data
Fields(all four corners)
Course Deviation
Indicator (CDI)
Active Leg of Flight Plan,or Direct-to Destination

First Page in NAV GroupTo select the NAV group and display the Default
NAV Page, press and hold CLR.

You may also manually select the desired scale setting as outlined in Section 9.
The graphic CDI shows your position at the centerof the indicator, relative to the desired course (themoving course deviation needle). As with a traditional
mechanical CDI, when you’re off course simply steer
toward the needle. The TO/FROM arrow in the centerof the scale indicates whether you are heading to the
waypoint (an up arrow) or if you have passed the
waypoint (a down arrow).

The default NAV Page provides a “look ahead”
map display with your present position at the bottom
center of the page. The top of the page displays
desired track (DTK), ground track (TRK) and distanceto destination waypoint (DIS). The bottom of the page
indicates ground speed (GS), active to/from waypoints(only active to, for a direct-to destination) and estimated time en route. A graphic course deviation
indicator (CDI) also appears at the bottom of the page.
Unlike the angular limits on a CDI coupled to a VORor ILS receiver, full scale limits for this CDI are definedby a GPS-derived distance (2.0, 1.0 or 0.3 NM). By
default, the CDI scale automatically adjusts to thedesired limits based upon the current phase of flight:
en route, terminal area or approach.

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The following symbols are used — on the
Default NAV Page directly above the graphic
CDI — to depict the “active leg” of a flightplan or direct-to.
Direct-To a Waypoint
Course to a Waypoint, or Desired
Course between Two Waypoints
Right Procedure Turn
Left Procedure Turn
Vectors-To-Final
DME Arc to the left
DME Arc to the rightLeft-Hand Holding Pattern
Right-Hand Holding Pattern

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Default NAV Page
NOTE: The 500W-series unit always navigates TO a
waypoint unless the OBS switch is set (preventing
automatic waypoint sequencing), or you have passed
the last waypoint in your flight plan.

Selecting Desired On-Screen DataAt the corners of the Default NAV Page are fouruser-definable fields which display the data you needas your flight progresses.

Directly above the CDI the active leg of your flightplan is shown, or the direct-to destination when using
the direct-to key. This automatically sequences to thenext leg of your flight plan as you reach each interim
waypoint. If no flight plan or direct-to destination has
been selected, this line remains blank.
The scale of the “look ahead” map display appears
in the bottom left corner. The displayed scale is the
distance from the bottom to the top of the viewablearea on the screen. Nine scale settings, ranging from
5.0 NM to 200 NM are available. Use the RNG key toselect the desired range.

To change the data type displayed at any of
the four corners on the page, press MENU
and select the “Change Fields?” option.

By default, these fields display desired track (DTK),
distance to destination (DIS), ground speed (GS) andestimated time en route (ETE). However, each of thesefields can be custom-tailored to your preferences byselecting a different data item. Available data items
include:Nine map scale settings are available on the
Default NAV Page — from 5.0 to 200 NM. To
adjust the map range, use the RNG key.
To adjust the map range:

1.

Press the up arrow on the RNG key to zoom
out to a larger area.

OR,
2.

Press the down arrow on the RNG key to zoom
in to a smaller area.
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Default NAV Page
If no flight plan or direct-to destination has been
selected only speed, track, altitude, fuel flow and minimum safe altitude data may be displayed. All otherdata types appear as blank lines — on the Default NAV
Page — until a destination is selected.

Restoring Factory Settings

You can also quickly return all data field settings totheir original factory settings.

To select a different data item for any data field:

1.

Starting with the Default NAV Page, press the
MENU key to display an options menu.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight“Change Fields?” and press ENT to select thisoption.

3.

Use the large right knob to highlight the data
field you wish to change.

The “Restore Defaults?” option returns alldata fields to their original factory settings.

4.

Turn the small right knob to display the listof available data items. Continue turning thesmall right knob to select the desired data
item from the list.

To restore all four selectable data fields to factory
default settings:

1.

Starting with the Default NAV Page, press the
MENU key to display an options menu.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the“Restore Defaults?” option and press ENT.

Dual Unit Considerations (Crossfill)

A “Crossfill?” option is provided from the Default
NAV Page. This option allows you to transfer a directto destination, the active flight plan including VNAVparameters, any stored flight plan or user waypoints toa second 400W or 500W-series Garmin unit.
See Section 9 - Aux Pages - Flight Planning Crossfill Operation for additional details on using the“Crossfill?” option.

Once “Change Fields?” is selected, use thelarge right knob to select the field you wish
to change and the small right knob to selectthe new data type.

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5.

Press ENT to select the desired data item andreturn to the Default NAV Page.

6.

Press the small right knob to remove thecursor from the page.

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400W/500W are incompatible, so you may not mix
systems.

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Map Page
Default Nav Page Auto Zoom

Map Page

An autozoom feature is available for the Default
NAV Page, which automatically adjusts from an enroute range of 200 NM through each lower range,
stopping at 5.0 NM as you approach your destination
waypoint. By default, the autozoom feature is disabled.

The second NAV page is the map page, which displays your present position using an airplane symbol,
along with nearby airports, navaids, user-defined
waypoints, airspace boundaries, lakes, rivers, highways and cities.
NOTE: The electronic chart is an aid to navigation andis designed to facilitate the use of authorized government charts, not replace them. Land and water data isprovided only as a general reference to your surroundings. The positional accuracy of the land and water
data is not of a precision suitable for use in navigationand it should not be used for navigation. Only official
government charts and notices contain all informationneeded for safe navigation – and, as always, the user is
responsible for their prudent use.

To enable (disable) the autozoom feature:

1.

Starting with the Default NAV Page, press the
MENU key to display an options menu.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Enable
Auto Zoom?” (or “Disable Auto Zoom?”) andpress ENT to select this option.

Map Display

Autozoom automatically adjusts the map
range as you approach your destination
waypoint.

DesiredTrackPresent
Position

Map Range

Second Page in Data Fields
NAV Group
The Map Page is the second of the Nav pages(six, or more, if equipped with weather,traffic, radar, or other systems). The map
range is depicted in the lower left corner andadjusted with the RNG key.

Five user-selectable data fields can be added to
the right-hand side of the Map Page. By default, thedisplayed data is destination waypoint name (WPT),
desired track (DTK), ground track (TRK), distance todestination waypoint (DIS) and ground speed (GS).
Adding these data fields or changing the data types isoutlined later in this section.
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Map Page
NOTE: If the 500W-series unit is unable to determine
a GPS position, the present position (airplane) symbol
will appear on the Map Page in yellow. No symbol will
be present when there is no active flight plan.

Map Symbols

Various symbols are used to distinguish between
waypoint types. The identifiers for any on-screen
waypoints can also be displayed. (By default the identifiers are enabled.) Special-use and controlled airspaceboundaries appear on the map, showing the individual
sectors in the case of Class B, Class C, or Class D
airspace. The following symbols are used to depict thevarious airports and navaids on the Map Page:
Airport with hard surface runway(s); Primary runway shown
		 Airport with soft surface runway(s) only		 Private Airfield		 Intersection
		 VOR		 VORTAC
		 VOR/DME
		 TACAN		 DME
		 NDB
		 Localizer
Locator Outer Marker
		 Heliport

Map Range

The map display can be set to 23 different range
settings from 500 feet to 2000 nautical miles (statuteand metric units are also available). The range is indicated in the lower left-hand corner of the map display,
and represents the top-to-bottom distance covered by
the map display.
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The map range appears in the lower left corner.
Use the RNG key to select the desired map range.
To select a map range:

Press the up arrow side of the RNG key tozoom out to a larger map area.
2. Press the down arrow side of the RNG key
to zoom in to a smaller map area and moredetail.
Map Page Auto Zoom
An autozoom feature is available which automatically adjusts from an en route range of 200 NM
through each lower range, stopping at a range of
1.0 NM as you approach your destination waypoint.
The autozoom feature is turned on/off from the map
setup page described later in this section.
1.

The Map Page also displays a background map
showing lakes, rivers, coastlines, highways, railways
and towns. When a map scale is selected below thelower limit at which the map detail was originallycreated, an “overzoom” indication appears on the map
display, below the scale reading. “Overzoom” indicatesthat the detail at this scale may not accurately represent actual conditions (and extra caution should beobserved when these scales are used for navigation).
The “Setup Map?” option allows you to define themaximum scale at which each map feature appears.
This provides you with complete control to minimize
screen clutter. You can also quickly remove items fromthe map using the CLR key.

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Map Panning
To quickly declutter the map display, press the
CLR key momentarily (as often as needed) toselect the desired amount of map detail.

To quickly declutter the map, press CLR. Continue pressing
CLR to select the desired declutter level. Note the scale isfollowed “-1”, “-2” or “-3”.

Declutter Level
-1
-2

-3

DetailRemoves all land data except rivers
and lakes.
Removes all airspace except Prohibited and Restricted. Also removes NDBs,
Intersections, and User waypoints.
Removes all data except the Active
Flight Plan, Prohibited airspace ,rivers,
lakes, traffic, and lightning data (alsoequivalent to “-A” approach mode
decluttering.

Map Panning

Another Map Page function is panning, whichallows you to move the map beyond its current limits
without adjusting the map scale. When you selectthe panning function — by pressing the small rightknob — a target pointer flashes on the map display.
A window also appears at the top of the map display
showing the latitude/longitude position of the pointer,plus the bearing and distance to the pointer from yourpresent position.

Panning the map lets you look beyond theboundaries of the current map area withoutchanging the scale. Start by pressing thesmall right knob.
To select the panning function and pan the map
display:

1.

Press the small right knob to activate thepanning target pointer.

2.

Turn the small right knob to move up (turnclockwise) or down (turn counterclockwise).

3.

Turn the large right knob to move right (turnclockwise) or left (counterclockwise).

4.

To cancel the panning function and return toyour present position, press the small rightknob.

When the target pointer is placed on an object, thename of that object is highlighted (even if the namewasn’t originally displayed on the map). This featureapplies to airports, navaids, user-created waypoints,
roads, lakes, rivers — just about everything displayedon the map except route lines.
When an airport, navaid, or user waypoint isselected on the map display, you can review information about the waypoint or designate the waypoint
as your direct-to destination.

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Map Direct-To
To review information for an on-screen airport,
navaid or user waypoint:

1.

Use the panning function (as described on theprevious page) to place the target pointer on
a waypoint.

2.

Press ENT to display the waypoint information
page(s) for the selected waypoint.

3.

Press CLR to exit the information page(s).

Airspace Information on the Map

When a special-use or controlled airspace boundary appears on the map display, you can quickly
retrieve information — such as floor/ceiling limits andcontrolling agency — directly from the map.

Map Direct-To

To designate an on-screen airport, navaid or user
waypoint as your direct-to destination:

1.

Use the panning function (see previous page)
to place the target pointer on a waypoint.

2.

Press the direct-to key. The Select Direct-to
Waypoint Page appears, with the selected
waypoint already listed.

3.

Press ENT twice to confirm the selection andbegin navigating to the waypoint.

The direct-to function can be used anywhere on
the map. If nothing currently exists at the crosshairposition, a new waypoint (called “+MAP”) is createdat the target pointer location before the direct-to is
initiated.

Use the panning function and ENT key toretrieve airspace information from the map.
To view airspace information for an on-screen
special-use or controlled airspace:1.

Use the panning function and direct-to key toselect a destination waypoint directly fromthe map. “+MAP” is created as a waypoint if
nothing exists at the pointer’s location.
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Use the panning function (see previous page)
to place the target pointer on an open area
within the boundaries of an airspace. If thearea is congested and it is difficult to select anopen area, you may need to zoom in or press
CLR to make the selection easier.

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Airspace Information
2.

Press the ENT key to display the Page Menu.
Highlight “Review Airspace?”.

3.

Press ENT to display the airspace information.
Press ENT again to return to the Nav page.

5.

Press ENT to view the frequencies. Turn thelarge right knob to scroll through the available frequencies.

6.

To automatically load a frequency into the Com
standby position, turn the large right knob
to highlight a frequency and then press ENT.

7.

For frequency information, turn the large rightknob to highlight an “Info?” selection.

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To display airspace frequencies:

1.

While viewing the Nav map page, press thesmall right (CRSR) knob. Turn the large andsmall right knobs to highlight an airspace
arc.

2.

Press the ENT key to display the Page Menu.
Highlight “Review Airspace?”.

3.

Press ENT to display the airspace information.

4.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “View
Frequencies?”.

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Map Page Options

8.

Press ENT to view the frequency information.
Press ENT with “Done?” highlighted to returnto the airspace frequency display.

9.

Turn the large knob to highlight “Done?” andpress ENT to return to the Nav page. Press thesmall right (CRSR) knob to remove the map
pointer.

Map Page Options

Many of the 500W-series functions are menu
driven. Each of the main pages has an options menu,
allowing you to custom tailor the corresponding page
to your preferences and/or select special features
which specifically relate to that page. A Map Page
Options menu provides additional settings to customize the Map Page and additional features related
specifically to the Map Page.

With the Map Page displayed, press MENU todisplay the Map Page Options menu. Use thelarge right knob to select the desired option.

The following options are available: “Setup Map?”,“Measure Dist?”, “Data Fields Off?”, “Clear Storm
Data?”*, “Change Fields?” and “Restore Defaults?”.

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Map Setup
Map Setup

To change a map setup feature:“Setup Map?” allows you to configure the map
display to your preferences, including map orientation,
land data enable/disable, Jeppesen data enable/disable,
automatic zoom, airspace boundaries, and text size.
The following table lists the group names and available
settings:

1.

Press MENU (with the Map Page displayed).

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Setup
Map?” and press ENT.

3.

To change map orientation: Turn the small
right knob to select “Map” and press ENT.
Turn the large right knob to highlight the“Orientation” field, then turn the small rightknob to select the desired option . Select“North up” to fix the top of the map display toa north heading. Select “Track up” to adjust the
top of the map display to your current groundtrack. Select “DTK up” to fix the top of the map
display to your desired course. Press ENT toaccept the selected option.

4.

To enable/disable automatic zoom: Turn thesmall right knob to select “Map” and press
ENT. Turn the large right knob to highlightthe “Auto Zoom” field and turn the small
right knob to select “On” or “Off”. Press ENT
to accept the selected option. The automatic
zoom feature automatically adjusts the map
scale from 2000 NM through each lower scale,stopping at 1.0 NM as you approach yourdestination waypoint.

5.

To enable/disable all background land data or
Jeppesen aviation data: Turn the small rightknob to select “Map” and press ENT. Use thelarge right knob to highlight the appropriate field and turn the small right knob toselect “On” or “Off”. Press ENT to accept the
selected option.

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FeatureMap
Weather*
Traffic*
Line/Road

Waypoint

Airspace
City/Other

Description

Orientation, AutoZoom, Land Data,
Aviation Data, Wind Vector
Lightning Mode, Lightning Symbol
Traffic Mode, Traffic Symbol, Traffic Label
Active Flight Plan/Direct-To, Lat/Lon
Grid, Freeways, National Highways,
Local Highways, Local Roads, Railroads
Active Flight Plan Waypoints, Large/
Medium/Small Airports, Intersections,
NDBs, VORs, User Waypoints,
Waypoint Text
Class B, Class C, Class D, Restricted,
MOA, Other, (TFR, if GDL 69 equipped)
Large/Medium/Small Cities and Text,
State/Province Boundaries, Rivers/Lakes* Weather and Traffic settings are only available when the
500W-series unit installation includes connection to traffic
and/or weather information sources. See 400W/500W Series
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6.

7.

8.

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To enable/disable the on-screen wind vector*:
Turn the small right knob to select “Map”
and press ENT. Use the large right knob tohighlight the “Wind Vector” field and turn thesmall right knob to select “On” or “Off”.
Press ENT to accept the selected option.
For airports, NAVAIDs, active flight plan
waypoints, user-created waypoints, state/provincial boundaries, rivers/lakes and cities: Turnthe small right knob to select the appropriate“Group” name (per the chart on the previouspage) and press ENT. Use the large rightknob to highlight the “RNG” field for thedesired feature and turn the small right knob
to select the maximum scale at which the feature should appear on screen. Or select “Off”
to never display the selected feature. Press
ENT to accept the selected option. Next, turnthe large right knob to highlight the “TEXT”
field for the desired feature and turn the small
right knob to select the desired text size, or
select “Off” to disable text descriptions. Press
ENT to accept the selected option.
For airspace boundaries, highways, roads,
railroad lines, active flight plan course lines,
and lat/long grid lines: Turn the small rightknob to select the appropriate “Group” name(per the chart on the previous page) and press
ENT. Use the large right knob to highlight the“RNG” field for the desired feature and turnthe small right knob to select the maximum
scale at which the feature should appear on
screen. Or select “Off” to never display theselected feature. Press ENT to accept the
selected option.

Distance Measurements

The “Measure Dist?” option provides a quick, easy
method for determining the bearing and distance
between any two points on the map display.
To measure bearing and distance between two
points:1.

Press MENU (with the Map Page displayed).

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Measure Dist?” and press ENT. An on-screen
reference pointer appears on the map display
at your present position.

Once “Measure Dist?” is selected, place theon-screen pointer on the point you wish tomeasure FROM and press ENT.

3.

Use the small and large right knobs to place
the reference pointer at the location you wish
to measure FROM and press ENT.

4.

Again, use the small and large right knobs toplace the reference pointer at the location you
wish to measure TO. The bearing and distancefrom the first reference location appear at the
top of the map display.

5.

To exit the “Measure Dist?” option, press thesmall right knob.

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Data Fields on the Map
Data Fields on the Map

Selecting Desired On-Screen Data

The “Data Fields On?” option provides a map
display (shown at right) with five user-selectable data
fields along the right-hand side of the screen. Selectthis option when you wish to display additional onscreen data — such as destination waypoint name
(WPT), desired track (DTK), ground track (TRK),
distance to destination (DIS) and ground speed (GS).
If this option has been selected and the data fields
are being displayed, “Data Fields Off?” appears as an
option instead.

“Change Fields?” allows you to choose the data displayed on the five user-selectable data fields along theright-hand side of the map page (see previous page).
There are a number of available data types, including
bearing to destination, distance to destination, estimated time of arrival, ground speed, minimum safe
altitude and track. See Section 12 for descriptions ofthese (and other) navigation terms.
To change a data field:

1.

Press MENU (with the Map Page displayed).

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight“Change Fields?” and press ENT.

“Data Fields On?” adds five user-selectabledata fields to the right-hand side of the page.
Select “Change Fields?” to change any ofthese fields to a different data type.

Once “Change Fields?” is selected, turn thelarge right knob to highlight the data field
you wish to change, then turn the small rightknob to select the type of data to display inthat field.

To turn the data fields on (or off), turn the large
right knob to highlight “Data Fields On?” (or“Data Fields Off?”) and press ENT.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedata field you wish to change.

4.

Turn the small right knob to select the typeof data you want to appear on this field andpress ENT.

5.

Press the small right knob to remove thecursor.

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Restoring Factory Settings
NOTE: The on-screen traffic information (TRFC) occupies two data fields, leaving room to display only
three additional data types. Traffic information is
only available when the 500W-series unit installation
includes connection to traffic information sources. See
the 400W/500W Series Display Interfaces Pilot's Guide
Addendum.

Restoring Factory Settings“Restore Defaults?” resets all five user-selectabledata fields to their original factory default settings.

“Restore Defaults?” resets all five user-selectable data fields to their original factory
settings.
To restore the factory default settings, turn thelarge right knob to highlight “Restore Defaults?”
and press ENT.

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Terrain Operation
Terrain Operation

During power-up of the 500W Series unit, theterrain/obstacle database versions are displayed alongwith a disclaimer. At the same time, the Terrain systemself-test begins. A failure message is issued if the test fails.
Garmin TERRAIN is a non-TSO-C151b-certified
terrain awareness system provided as a standard featureof 500W-Series units to increase situational awarenessand help reduce controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).
TAWS is an optional feature on 500W-Series units.
Information on TAWS is provided in the 400W/500W
Series Optional Displays Addendum, p/n 190-00356-30.
Operating Criteria
TERRAIN requires the following to operate properly:• The system must have a valid 3-D GPS position
solution.
• The system must have a valid terrain/obstacle/airport terrain database.
Terrain Limitations
NOTE: 500W-Series units may display either a TERRAIN
Page or a TAWS Page, (or neither, but not both) depending
upon the installed hardware and configuration.

TERRAIN displays terrain and obstructions relative tothe altitude of the aircraft. The displayed alerts are advisory
in nature only. Individual obstructions may be shown
if available in the database. However, all obstructions
may not be available in the database and data may beinaccurate. Never use this information for navigation or tomaneuver to avoid obstacles.
Terrain information is based on terrain elevation
information in a database that may contain inaccuracies.
Terrain information should be used as an aid to situationalawareness. Never use it for navigation or to maneuver toavoid terrain.

TERRAIN uses terrain and obstacle information
supplied by government sources. The data undergoes
verification by Garmin to confirm accuracy of the content,
per TSO-C151b. However, the displayed information
should never be understood as being all-inclusive.
NOTE: The data contained in the TERRAIN databases
comes from government agencies. Garmin accurately
processes and cross-validates the data but cannot
guarantee the accuracy and completeness of the data.

TERRAIN Alerting
TERRAIN uses information provided from the GPS
receiver to provide a horizontal position and altitude.
GPS altitude is derived from satellite measurements. GPS
altitude is converted to a mean sea level (MSL)-based
altitude (GSL altitude) and is used to determine TERRAIN
alerts. GSL altitude accuracy is affected by factors suchas satellite geometry, but it is not subject to variations inpressure and temperature that normally affect pressure
altitude devices. GSL altitude does not require local
altimeter settings to determine MSL altitude. Therefore,
GPS altitude provides a highly accurate and reliable MSL
altitude source to calculate terrain and obstacle alerts.
TERRAIN utilizes terrain and obstacle databases that arereferenced to mean sea level (MSL). Using the GPS position
and GSL altitude, TERRAIN displays a 2-D picture of thesurrounding terrain and obstacles relative to the position
and altitude of the aircraft. Furthermore, the GPS position
and GSL altitude are used to calculate and “predict” theaircraft’s flight path in relation to the surrounding terrain
and obstacles. In this manner, TERRAIN can provide
advanced alerts of predicted dangerous terrain conditions.
Detailed alert modes are described later in this section.

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Baro-Corrected Altitude
Baro-corrected altitude (or indicated altitude) is derived
by adjusting the altimeter setting for local atmosphericconditions. The most accurate baro-corrected altitude
can be achieved by frequently updating the altimetersetting to the nearest reporting station along the flightpath. However, because actual atmosphere conditions
seldom match the standard conditions defined by theInternational Standard Atmosphere (ISA) model (wherepressure, temperature, and lapse rates have fixed values),
it is common for the baro-corrected altitude (as readfrom the altimeter) to differ from the GSL altitude. Thisvariation results in the aircraft’s true altitude differing fromthe baro-corrected altitude.

TERRAIN Page with 360° View
NOTE: The Terrain Page gives a “Track Up” display
orientation, as indicated by the “TRK” label shown on
the display. This is the only orientation available on thispage.

To display a 120˚ view:

Terrain Page

To display the Terrain Page, select the NAV groupand turn the small right knob until the Terrain Page
is displayed. The page displays terrain information,
aircraft ground track, and GPS-derived MSL altitude(GSL altitude). Altitude is shown in increments of 20
feet or in increments of 10 meters, depending on unit
configuration.
For units with TAWS or installed in helicopters orequipped with optional HTAWS, refer to 400W/500W
Series Garmin Optional Displays, P/N 190-00356-30
Rev G, or later.
The Terrain Page has two selectable view settings:• 360˚ View—View from above aircraft depicting
surrounding terrain on all sides• 120˚ View—View of terrain ahead of and 60˚ toeither side of the aircraft flight path

1.

Select the Terrain Page and press MENU.

2.

Select “View 120˚?”.

Press ENT. To switch back to a 360˚ view,
repeat step 1, select “View 360˚?”, and press
ENT.
Seven display ranges are available, allowing for amore complete view of the surrounding area.
3.

To change the display range:

1.

Select the Terrain Page and press up or downon the RNG key to select the desired range:
1 NM, 2 NM, 5 NM, 10 NM, 25 NM, 50 NM,
100 NM.

Aviation information such as airports, VORs, andother navaids can be turned on or off from the Terrain
Page.

“Show Aviation Data?” Menu
Selection
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To show or hide aviation data:

To inhibit Terrain:

1.
2.

1.

Select the Terrain Page and press MENU.
“Inhibit Terrain?” is selected by default.

2.

Press ENT. The Terrain system is inhibited. The
annunciation is displayed in theterrain annunciator field whenever terrain is
inhibited.

Select the Terrain Page and press MENU.
Select “Show (or Hide) Aviation Data” andpress ENT. Pressing the CLR key when the
TERRAIN Page is displayed will also toggle
aviation information on or off.

Inhibit Mode

The Garmin Terrain system provides an “inhibitmode”. This mode is designed to deactivate Premature
Descent Alert/Forward Looking Terrain Avoidance(PDA/FLTA) visual alerts when they are deemed
unnecessary by the pilot. Flying VFR into an area
where unique terrain exists could cause the system
to annunciate a nuisance alert. Pilots should use
discretion when inhibiting the TERRAIN system
and always remember to enable the system whenappropriate. When Terrain is inhibited, the terrain
page will still be active, but alerts and messages will
not be generated. See the Terrain Alerts section for
more information on terrain alerts.
TERRAIN configured units will restore the “inhibit
state” at startup to the last pilot-selected setting. TAWS
configured units will always start up with TAWS alerts
uninhibited.

To enable TERRAIN:

Enabling Terrain

1.

Select the Terrain Page and press MENU.
“Enable Terrain?” is selected by default.

2.

Press ENT. The Terrain system is functional
again.

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Terrain Symbols

General Database Information

The following symbols are used to represent
obstacles and potential impact points on the Terrain
Page. Note that obstacle symbols are shown on display
zoom ranges up to 10 NM:

The Garmin TERRAIN system uses terrain andobstacle information supplied by government sources.
The data undergoes verification by Garmin to confirm
accuracy of the content, per TSO-C151b. However, theinformation displayed should never be understood tobe all-inclusive. Pilots must familiarize themselveswith the appropriate charts for safe flight.

The Garmin TERRAIN system uses yellow (caution) and red (warning) to depict terrain information
relative to aircraft altitude. Each color is associatedwith an alert severity level. Terrain graphics and visual
annunciations also use these color assignments.
NOTE: If an obstacle and the projected flight path of
the aircraft intersect, the display automatically zooms into the closest potential point of impact on the TERRAIN

Obstacle Symbol

Page.

Unlighted Obstacle< 1000’ AGL > 1000’ AGL

NOTE: The data contained in the terrain and obstacle
databases comes from government agencies. Garmin
accurately processes and cross-validates the data, butcannot guarantee the accuracy and completeness ofthe data.

The terrain/obstacle databases are contained on adatacard which is inserted in the right-most slot of the500W Series units.

Lighted Obstacle< 1000’ AGL > 1000’ AGL

Color(Alert Level)
Red(Warning)
Yellow(Caution)

TERRAIN/Obstacle
Location
Terrain/Obstacle above or
within 100 ft below current
aircraft altitude
Terrain/Obstacle between
100 ft and 1000 ft below theaircraft altitude

Terrain Color Symbology
Potential Impact Point
Projected Flight Path
100 ft Threshold

Unlighted Obstacle

Terrain above or
within 100 ft
below the aircraft
altitude (Red)1000 ft

Terrain between 100 ft and 1000 ft below theaircraft altitude (Yellow)
Terrain more than 1000 ft below the aircraft altitude (Black)

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Database Versions

The version and area of coverage of each terrain/obstacle database is shown on the Terrain Database Versions Page, located in the AUX Page Group.
Databases are checked for integrity at power-up. If a
database is found to be missing and/or deficient, theTerrain system fails the self-test and issues a failure
message.

unit front panel. The terrain/obstacle database may
be downloaded via the intenet and the card reprogrammed using a USB programmer available fromGarmin. Contact Garmin at 800-800-1020 or at www.
garmin.com for more information.
To update the terrain or obstacle database:1.

Acquire a new terrain data card fromGarmin.

2.

Turn off the power to the 500W Series unit.

3.

Remove the old terrain data card from andinsert the new card into the right-most slot of
the 500W Series unit.

4.

Turn on the 500W Series unit and verify that the
TERRAIN system passes the self-test. The “TERTEST” annunciator will clear after checking andno failure message appears.

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Database Updates

Terrain/Obstacle databases are updated periodically with the latest terrain and obstacle data. Visit theGarmin website to check for newer versions of terrain/
obstacle databases. Compare database cycle numbers
to determine if a newer version is available.
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Terrain Alerts
Terrain/Obstacle Database Areas of Coverage

TERRAIN Alerts

The following describes the area of coverage available in each database. Regional definitions may change
without notice.

TERRAIN alerts are issued when flight conditions
meet parameters that are set within the TERRAIN
system software algorithms. When an alert is issued,
visual annunciations are displayed. Annunciations
appear in a dedicated field in the lower left corner ofthe display.

Database

Coverage Area
Latitudes: N 75° to S 60°
Worldwide (WW)Longitudes: W 180° to E 180°
Limited to the United States plus
United States (US) some areas of Canada, Mexico,
Caribbean, and the Pacific.
Alaska, Austria, Belgium, Canada*,
Caribbean*, Czech Republic,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Hawaii, Iceland,
US/Europe
Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Mexico*, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland, United
Kingdom, United States* Indicates partial coverage
CAUTION: Obstacles 200 feet and higher are includedin the Obstacle Database. It is very important to notethat not all obstacles are necessarily charted and therefore may not be contained in the Obstacle Database.

Navigation Database

It is therefore important to also have the latest
Navigation Database installed to ensure correct Terrain
alerting.

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TERRAIN Annunciation Field

Pop-up Terrain Alert

Pop-up Alerts

On any page except the TERRAIN Page, when aterrain or obstacle alert is issued, a pop-up window isdisplayed with the appropriate alert.
To acknowledge the pop-up alert and return tothe currently viewed page:

Press the CLR key.
To acknowledge the pop-up alert and quickly
display the TERRAIN Page:

Press the ENT key.

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Forward Looking Terrain Avoidance
The unit will issue terrain alerts not only when theaircraft altitude is below the terrain elevation but also
when the aircraft is projected to come within minimum
clearance values of the terrain. This alerting, called
Forward Looking Terrain Avoidance (FLTA), is also provided for obstacles. Any potential impact points will be
depicted on the display.

FLTA Severity Levels

NOTE: During the final approach phase of flight, FLTA
alerts are automatically inhibited when the aircraft isbelow 200 feet AGL while within 0.5 NM of the approach runway or is below 125 feet AGL while within
1.0 NM of the runway.

Premature Descent Alerting (PDA)The TERRAIN system issues a Premature Descent
Alert (PDA) when the system detects that the aircraftis significantly below the normal approach path to a
runway.
PDA ends when the aircraft is either:• 0.5 NM from the runway thresholdOR• is below an altitude of 125 feet AGL while within
1.0 NM of the threshold.

PDA Severity Levels“TERRAIN ADVISORY” advisory—Similarly, an“OBSTACLE ADVISORY” alert is also provided.

CAUTION — The above annunciation and pop-up
terrain alert are displayed during a PDA alert.

“TERRAIN AHEAD” alert (flashing)—Similarly, an“OBSTACLE AHEAD’’ alert is also provided.

Phase of Flight
En Route
Terminal
Approach
Departure

Level Flight
700 ft.
350 ft.
150 ft.
100 ft.

Descending
500 ft.
300 ft.
100 ft.
100 ft.

Minimum Terrain Clearance Values

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Height Above Terrain (Feet)

700

600

500

400

300

PDA Alerting Area

200

100

Runway 1
Threshold

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

Distance From Destination Airport (nm)Premature Descent Alerting (PDA) Threshold

TERRAIN Failure Alert“TERRAIN Not Available” Alert

The TERRAIN system continually monitors
several system-critical items, such as database validity,
hardware status, and GPS status. Should the system
detect a failure, a message is annunciated “TERRAIN
has failed”.

The TERRAIN system requires a 3D GPS
navigation solution along with specific verticalaccuracy minimums. Should the navigation solution
become degraded, or if the aircraft is out of thedatabase coverage area, the annunciation “TERRAINNOT AVAILABLE” is displayed on the TERRAIN Page.

“TERRAIN has failed” message“TERRAIN NOT AVAILABLE” display

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Annunciation

Pop-Up Alert

Description

None

TERRAIN has failed

None

TERRAIN has been inhibited

None

TERRAIN not available due to degraded navigation solution or
the aircraft is outside of the database coverage area.
Terrain FLTA advisory generated by predicted or present aircraft
altitude being below minimum clearance values. Unless there isa change in conditions a TERRAIN AHEAD alert may begenerated.

(FLASHING)(FLASHING)

Terrain FLTA alert generated by predicted or present aircraft
altitude being below minimum clearance values.
Obstacle FLTA advisory generated by predicted or present
aircraft altitude being below minimum clearance values. Unlessthere is a change in conditions a OBSTACLE AHEAD alert may
be generated.

(FLASHING)(FLASHING)

Obstacle FLTA alert generated by predicted or present aircraft
altitude being below minimum clearance values.
PDA alert when the aircraft is significantly below the normal
approach path to the runway.

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NAVCOM Page

The NAVCOM Page provides a list of the airport
communication and navigation frequencies at yourdeparture, en route and arrival airports. The NAVCOM
Page makes selection of the frequencies you’ll needalong your flight plan quick and convenient. If you do
not have an active flight plan with a departure airport,
the NAVCOM Page displays the frequencies for the
airport nearest your departure position.
Departure, En Routeor Arrival Airport

Frequency
Type52

To select a frequency list for a departure, en routeor arrival airport:

1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to place the cursor
on the airport identifier field (top line on the
NAVCOM Page).

3.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
airport and press ENT.

Assigned Frequency
and Usage Information (when applicable)

The NAVCOM Page lists available frequencies for your departure, en route and arrival
airports.

Information isavailable

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To scroll through the list of frequencies:

To view usage restrictions for a frequency:

1.

Activate the cursor, if not already active, bypressing the small right knob.

1.

2.

Turn the large right knob to move the cursor
through the list of frequencies. If there are more
frequencies in the list than can be displayed on
the screen, a scroll bar along the right-handside of the screen indicates the part of the listthat is currently being displayed.

Turn the large right knob to place the cursor
on the “Info?” designation directly in front of
the desired frequency.

2.

Press ENT to display the restriction information.

Highlight “Info?” adjacent to the desired
frequency and press ENT to display usage
restrictions for the corresponding frequency.
The scroll bar along the right-hand sideof the page indicates the length of the
NAVCOM frequency list and what portion of
the list is currently being displayed.

3.

3.

To return to the NAVCOM Page, press ENT.

To place a frequency in the standby field of the
COM or VLOC window, highlight the desired
frequency (using the large right knob) andpress ENT. Available in the GNS 530W only.

Some listed frequencies may include designations
for limited usage, as follows:“TX” - transmit only
“RX” - receive only
“PT” - part time frequency
If a listed frequency has sector or altitude restrictions, the frequency is preceded by an “Info?” designation.
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Satellite Status Page
Satellite Status Page

The Satellite Status Page (the last NAV page)
provides a visual reference of GPS receiver functions,
including current satellite coverage, GPS receiver
status, position accuracy, and displays your present
position (by default, in latitude and longitude) andaltitude. The Satellite Status Page also displays the current UTC time at the bottom center of the page. The
altitude field (ALT) is user-selectable to configure thepage to your own preferences and current navigationneeds.
SignalStrength Bars

As the GPS receiver locks onto satellites, a signal
strength bar appears for each satellite in view, with theappropriate satellite number (01-32, WAAS satellites will have higher numbers) underneath each bar.
The progress of satellite acquisition is shown in threestages:• No signal strength bars — the receiver is looking
for the satellites indicated.

Sky View
Current GPS Receiver
Horizontal Figureof satellite UTC Time Statusof Merit and Vertipositions
cal Figure of Merit
Estimated Position Uncertainty
Satellite acquired,used for position
fix, and has differential corrections
Satellite
Numbers“INTEG”
Annunciator Excluded Acquiring
Satellite(flagged when
Satellite,
acquiredSatellite
position not
not ready and used forvalid)
for useposition fix

Current Page in NAV
Group(page position
depends on options;see 400W/500W
Series Display
Interfaces Pilot's
Guide Addendum)

The Satellite Status Page is helpful in troubleshooting weak (or missing) signal levels due to poor satellite
coverage or installation problems. You may wish torefer to this page occasionally to monitor GPS receiver
performance and establish a normal pattern for system
operation. Should problems occur at a later date, you
may find it helpful to have an established baselinefrom which to compare.
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When the 500W-series unit is first powered
on, an “Acquiring” status appears at the topof the page and no signal strength bars are
displayed.

• Hollow signal strength bars — the receiver has
found the satellite(s) and is collecting data.
• Cross-hatch cyan signal strength bars — thereceiver has found the satellite(s) but it has been
excluded by the FDE program as a faulty satellite.
• Solid cyan signal strength bars — the receiver hascollected the necessary data, but is not using thesatellite in the position solution.
• Solid green signal strength bars — the receiver
has collected the necessary data and the satellite is
being used in the position solution.

The “D” character inside the bars indicates differential corrections (e.g. WAAS) are being used for thatsatellite.
The Time and other data may not be displayed
until the unit has acquired enough satellites for a fix.

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3.

Turn the small right knob to display the listof available data items. Continue turning thesmall right knob to select the desired data
item from the list.

As satellites are received, the status changes
to “3D Navigation”. 3D Navigation includes
altitude.

The sky view display at the top left corner of thepage shows the satellites currently in view as well as
their respective positions. The outer circle of the skyview represents the horizon (with north at the topof the circle); the inner circle represents 45° above
the horizon and the center point shows the position
directly overhead.
To change the user-selectable data field:

Select a different data type from the list using
the small right knob.
NOTE: Do not rely solely on MSA as an absolutemeasure of safe altitude. Consult current charts andNOTAMs for your area.

4.

Press ENT to select the desired data item andreturn to the position page.
Press the small right knob momentarily toremove the cursor from the page.

1.

Press MENU to display the Satellite Status Page
Options menu.

5.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight“Change Fields?” and press ENT.

To restore the user-selectable data field factory
default setting:1.

Press MENU to display the Satellite Status Page
Options menu.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Restore
Defaults?” and press ENT.

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By default, current altitude (ALT) is displayedin the lower right corner of the page. This
field is user selectable using the “Change
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Dead Reckoning
Each satellite has a 30-second data transmissionthat must be collected (hollow signal strength bar)
before the satellite may be used for navigation (solid
signal strength bar). Once the GPS receiver has determined your position, the 500W-series unit indicatesyour position, altitude, track and ground speed. The
GPS receiver status field also displays the following
messages under the appropriate conditions:• Searching Sky —The GPS receiver is searching the sky for ANY visible satellites. You are also informed of this status
with a “Searching the Sky” message.
• Acquiring Sat —The GPS receiver is acquiring satellites for navigation. In this mode, the receiver uses satellite orbital
data (collected continuously from the satellites) andlast known position to determine the satellites thatshould be in view.
• 3D Navigation —The GPS receiver is in 3D navigation mode andcomputes altitude using satellite data.
• 3D Differential Navigation— The GPS receiver isin 3D navigation mode and differential corrections
are being used.
The Satellite Status Page also indicates the accuracy of the position fix, using Horizontal Figure of
Merit (HFOM), Vertical Figure of Merit (VFOM), andEstimated Position Uncertainty (EPU). HFOM and
VFOM represent the 95% confidence levels in horizontal and vertical accuracy. The lowest numbers are
the best accuracy and the highest numbers are worse.
EPU is the horizontal position error estimated by the
Fault Detection and Exclusion (FDE) algorithm, in feetor meters.
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Operating outside of an SBAS service areawith SBAS enabled may cause elevated EPU values tobe displayed on the satellite status page. Regardless of
the EPU value displayed, the INTEG annunciation is thecontrolling indication for determining the integrity of
the GPS navigation solution.

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Dead Reckoning
Dead Reckoning

Dead reckoning is the process of continuing navigation using your last known position and speed aftera loss of GPS navigation while on an active flight plan.
CAUTION: Navigation using dead reckoning is therefore only an estimate and should not be used as thesole means of navigation. Use other means of navigation, if possible.

Dead reckoning becomes active after a loss of GPS
position while you are navigating using an active flightplan.
A pop-up message will appear and you must clear
the message before continuing operation.

Dead Reckoning mode will continue until GPS position is restored, when GPS navigation is restored Dead
Reckoning mode is exited. The DR annunciations
will be removed and GPS information will be used tocompute navigation related information for the current
flight phase.
Dead Reckoning is only allowed in En Route andOceanic flight modes. If the unit is in a Terminal orApproach flight mode when Dead Reckoning takes
place, “No GPS Position” will be displayed on the map
pages and all navigation data will be dashed. If you areoperating in Dead Reckoning mode and a transition to
Terminal or Approach flight modes would occur fromthe projected Dead Reckoning position, Dead Reckoning mode will be discontinued. “No GPS Position” will
be displayed on the map pages and all navigation data
will be dashed.

The ownship icon color is changed to yellow. The To/
From flag is removed from the CDI. The Dead Reckoning annunciator (DR) appears on the left side of themap display when GPS position is unavailable and theunit is in Dead Reckoning mode. All external outputs
dependent on GPS position are flagged.
Terrain will be noted as not available and new terrain
advisory pop-ops will not occur. Traffic and Stormscope information will not be shown on the Map page,
but will continue to be available on their own dedicated pages. XM or FIS-B weather will still be available
on the Map page.
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Selecting a Waypoint

Section 3
Direct-To Navigation
The direct-to function provides a quick methodof setting a course to a waypoint. Once a direct-to is
activated, the unit establishes a point-to-point course
line (geodesic path) from your present position to theselected direct-to waypoint. The unit will provide navigation guidance to the selected direct-to waypoint until
the direct-to is manually cancelled or replaced by a newactive leg or direct-to.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the name of the direct-to waypoint. Press ENT
once the name has been fully entered.

To select a direct-to waypoint:

1.

Press the direct-to key. The Select Direct-to
Waypoint Page appears, with the waypoint
identifier field highlighted.

3.

Press ENT to confirm the selected waypoint
and ENT (again) to activate the direct-to function.

If you’re navigating to a waypoint and get off
course, the direct-to function may also be used to recenter the CDI (HSI) needle and proceed direct-to theactive waypoint.
To re-center the CDI (HSI) needle to the active
waypoint:

1.
Pressing the direct-to key displays the SelectDirect-to Waypoint Page.

2.

Use the small and large right knobs toenter the identifier of the desired direct-to
waypoint.

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Press the direct-to key, followed by ENT
twice.
NOTE: When navigating an approach with themissed approach point (MAP) as the active waypoint, re-centering the CDI (HSI) needle with thedirect-to key cancels the approach.

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Selecting by Facility or City
Selecting a Direct-To Waypoint by Facility
Name or City

In addition to selecting a direct-to waypoint byidentifier, the Select Direct-to Waypoint Page also
allows you to select airports, VORs and NDBs by facility name or city location. If duplicate entries exist for
the entered facility name or city, additional entries may
be viewed by continuing to turn the small right knob
during the selection process (see Sec 6 WPT Pages Duplicate waypoints for more information).
Identifier, Symbol
and Region

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thefacility name (second line; see above) or thecity (third line; see above) field.

3.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the facility name or city location of the desired
direct-to waypoint. As you spell the facility
name or city, the Spell’N’Find feature selects
the first entry in the database based upon thecharacters you have entered up to that point.

Flight Plan
Field
Facility NameCity
Nearest Airport
Field
To select a direct-to waypoint by facility name or
city:

1.

Press the direct-to key. The Select Direct-to
Waypoint Page appears, with the waypoint
identifier field highlighted.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the city name. Continue turning the small
right knob to view any additional listings forthe selected city.

4.

Continue turning the small right knob toscroll through any additional database listings
for the selected facility name or city. If you scroll
past the desired waypoint, you can also scroll
backwards with the small right knob.

5.

Press ENT to confirm the selected waypoint
and ENT (again) to activate the direct-to function.

Select the third line on the Select Direct-to
Waypoint Page to choose your direct-to waypoint (airport, VOR, NDB) by city name.
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Flight Plan / Nearest Waypoints
Selecting a Direct-To Waypoint from the Active Flight Plan

Selecting the Nearest Airport as a Direct-To
Waypoint

If you’re navigating an active flight plan, any waypoint contained in the flight plan may be selected as adirect-to waypoint from the Select Direct-to Waypoint
page (see Section 4, for more information on flightplans).

The Select Direct-to Waypoint Page always displays
the nearest airports (from your present position) on
the NRST field. Navigating directly to a nearby airportis always just a few simple steps away (nearby airports
may also be selected as direct-to waypoints using thesteps described in Sec 7 NRST Pages - Navigating to a
Nearby Waypoint).

The flight plan (FPL) field allows you toselect any active flight plan waypoint as yourcurrent direct-to waypoint.

The nearest airport (NRST) field allows you
to select any of the 25 nearest airports as
your current direct-to waypoint.

To select a direct-to waypoint from the active
flight plan:

1.

2.
3.

Press the direct-to key. The Select Direct-to
Waypoint Page appears, with the waypoint
identifier field highlighted.
Turn the large right knob to highlight theflight plan (FPL) field.
Turn the small right knob to display a window
showing all waypoints in the active flightplan.

To select a nearby airport as a direct-to waypoint:

1.

Press the direct-to key. The select direct-to
waypoint page appears, with the waypoint
identifier field highlighted.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thenearest airport (NRST) field.

3.

Turn the small right knob to display a window
showing up to nine nearby airports.

4.

Continue turning the small right knob toscroll through the list and highlight the desired
waypoint.

4.

5.

Press ENT to confirm the selected waypoint andENT (again) to activate the direct-to function.

Continue turning the small right knob toscroll through the list and highlight the desired
airport.

5.

Press ENT to confirm the selected waypoint
and ENT (again) to activate the direct-to function.

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NOTE: Performing a Direct-To to the MAP of an active
approach will cancel approach mode.

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Direct-to Shortcuts
Shortcuts

Shortcuts are available when using the direct-to
key, allowing you to bypass the use of the small andlarge right knobs to enter the waypoint’s identifier. A
direct-to can be performed from any page displaying
a single waypoint identifier (such as the WPT pages
for airports and navaids) by simply pressing direct-toand ENT. For pages that display a list of waypoints(e.g., the Nearest Airport Page), you must highlight thedesired waypoint with the cursor before pressing thedirect-to key.

When a single waypoint is displayed onscreen, select it as your direct-to waypointby pressing direct-to. When a list of waypoints is displayed, press the small rightknob to display a cursor, highlight thedesired waypoint, then press direct-to.

To select a direct-to waypoint from the map page:1.

From the Map Page, press the small rightknob to display a panning pointer.

2.

Turn the small and large right knobs to place
the panning pointer at the desired location.

Use the panning pointer to select your waypoint directly from the map.

To select an on-screen waypoint as a direct-to
waypoint:

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Direct-to waypoints may also be selected from
the Map Page by panning to the desired location andpressing direct-to and ENT (twice). If no airport,
navaid or user waypoint exists at the desired location,
a waypoint named “+MAP” is automatically created at
the location of the panning pointer.

1.

If a single airport, navaid or user waypoint isdisplayed on-screen, press direct-to, then press
ENT twice.

2.

If a list of waypoints is displayed on-screen, press
the small right knob to activate the cursor, turnthe large right knob to highlight the desired
waypoint, then press direct-to followed by
ENT twice.

3.

If the panning pointer is placed on an existing
airport, navaid or user waypoint, the waypoint
name is highlighted. Press direct-to and ENT
twice to navigate to the waypoint.

4.

If the panning pointer is placed on an open
location, press direct-to and ENT twice tocreate a “+MAP” waypoint and navigate toit.

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Cancelling / Manual Course
Cancelling Direct-To Navigation

Specifying a Course to a Waypoint

Once a direct-to is activated, the unit provides
navigation guidance to the selected waypoint until the
direct-to is manually cancelled or replaced by a newactive leg or direct-to.

When you perform a direct-to, the unit sets a
direct geodetic course to the selected waypoint. You
can also manually define the course to the selected
waypoint, using the course field (“CRS”) on the SelectDirect-to Waypoint Page.

To cancel a direct-to, select a new direct-to
waypoint, activate a flight plan or select the“Cancel Direct-To NAV?” option.

The “CRS” field allows you to define thecourse to a selected waypoint. Use the small
and large right knobs to enter the desired
course.

To cancel a direct-to:1.

Press the direct-to key to display the SelectDirect-to Waypoint Page.

2.

Press MENU to display the Direct-to Options
menu.

3.

To manually define the course to a waypoint:

1.

Press the direct-to key.

2.

Use the small and large right knobs to selectthe desired waypoint.

3.

Press ENT to confirm the selected waypoint,then turn the large right knob to highlightthe course (“CRS”) field.

4.

Turn the small and large right knobs to selectthe desired course and press ENT.

5.

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With “Cancel Direct-To NAV?” highlighted,
press ENT. If a flight plan is still active, theunit resumes navigating the flight plan along
the closest leg.

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Selecting Direct-To a Holding Pattern

4.

You may select a Direct-To course to a holding pattern that is in your flight plan.
To set a direct-to course to a holding pattern:

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Press the FPL key to reach the active flight plan
page.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor. Turn the large right knob to highlightthe hold leg of the flight plan.

3.

Press direct-to. “Activate” will be highlighted.
Press ENT to activate a course Direct-To theholding pattern. Or, press CLR to cancel theprocess.

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Creating Flight Plans

Section 4
Flight Plans
The 500W-series unit lets you create up to 20 different flight plans, with up to 100 waypoints in each flightplan. The flight plan (FPL) page group consists of two
pages, accessed by pressing the FPL key. The flight plan
pages allow you to create, edit and copy flight plans.

Active Flight Plan

Highlight the point in the existing flight plan
where you wish to add the new waypoint. If
an existing waypoint is highlighted, the new
waypoint is placed directly in front of it.

Flight Plan Catalog

5.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the identifier of the new waypoint and press
ENT.

6.

Once all changes have been made, press thesmall right knob to return to the Flight Plan
Catalog.

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Flight Plan Catalog

The Flight Plan Catalog allows you to create, edit,
activate, delete and copy flight plans. Flight plans
numbered from 1 through 19 are used to save flightplans for future use. “Flight plan 00” is reserved
exclusively for the active flight plan currently in use
for navigation. Any time you activate a flight plan, acopy of the flight plan is automatically transferred to“flight plan 0” and overwrites any previously active
flight plan.
Flight Plan Editing

To add a waypoint to an existing flight plan:1.

Press FPL and turn the small right knob todisplay the Flight Plan Catalog.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired flight plan and press ENT.

4.

Turn the large right knob to select the point
where you wish to add the new waypoint. If
an existing waypoint is highlighted, the new
waypoint is placed directly in front of thiswaypoint.

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Editing Flight Plans
To delete a waypoint from an existing flight plan:1.

Press FPL and turn the small right knob todisplay the Flight Plan .

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired flight plan and press ENT.

4.

Turn the large right knob to select the
waypoint you wish to delete and press CLR todisplay a “REMOVE WAYPOINT” confirmation
window.

Highlight the waypoint you wish to delete
and press CLR to display the “REMOVEWAYPOINT” confirmation window.

5.

With “Yes” highlighted, press ENT to remove
the waypoint.

6.

Once all changes have been made, press thesmall right knob to return to the Flight Plan
Catalog.

To change the comment line for an existing flightplan:

The comment line at the top of the pagecan be edited to change the name/comment
assigned to the flight plan.

1.

From the Flight Plan Catalog, press the small
right knob to activate the cursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired flight plan and press ENT.

3.

Turn the large right knob to select the comment line at the top of the screen.

4.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the new comment. Press ENT when finished.

5.

Once all changes have been made, press thesmall right knob to return to the Flight Plan
Catalog.

A one-line user comment may be added to any
flight plan and is displayed on the Flight Plan Catalog,
next to the flight plan number. By default, as the flightplan is being created, the comment shows the first andlast waypoints in the flight plan.

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Activating / Inverting
Flight Plan Catalog Options

The following options are available for the Flight
Plan Catalog:• Activate Flight Plan
• Invert and Activate Flight Plan
• Create New Flight Plan
• Crossfill• Copy Flight Plan
• Delete Flight Plan
• Delete All Flight Plans• Sort List by Number/Comment
Activating Flight Plans

Once a flight plan is defined through the Flight
Plan Catalog (using the steps previously outlined), it
may be activated for navigation. Activating the flightplan copies it into “flight plan 00” and overwrites any
previous information at that location.
Activate Flight Plan? allows you to select the flight planfor navigation guidance.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired flight plan and press MENU to display
the Flight Plan Catalog Options.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Activate Flight Plan?” and press ENT.

Inverting Flight Plans

Invert & Activate FPL? allows you to reverse thehighlighted flight plan and select it for navigation
guidance back to your original departure point.
To activate an existing flight plan in reverse order:

1.

From the Flight Plan Catalog, press the small
right knob to activate the cursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired flight plan and press MENU to display
the Flight Plan Catalog Options.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Invert& Activate FPL?” and press ENT. The originalflight plan remains intact in its Flight Plan
Catalog storage location.

Create New Flight Plan

Create New Flight Plan? allows you to create a newflight plan. The new flight plan will be saved in the
Flight Plan Catalog.
To create a new flight plan:1.

Press FPL and turn the small right knob todisplay the Flight Plan Catalog.

2.

Press MENU to display the Flight Plan Catalog
Options.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Create
New Flight Plan?” and press ENT.

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navigation guidance. “Invert & Activate FPL?” reverses thesequence of the highlighted flight plan, then activates it for
navigation guidance.
To activate an existing flight plan:

1.

From the Flight Plan Catalog, press the small
right knob to activate the cursor.

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Copying / Deleting
Crossfill

Crossfill? allows you to transfer a direct-to destination, the active flight plan including VNAV parameters,
any stored flight plan, or user waypoints to a second
400W-series or 500W-series Garmin unit.
See Section 9 - Aux Pages - Flight Planning - Crossfill
Operation for additional details on using the“Crossfill?” option.

From the Flight Plan Catalog, press MENU todisplay the options menu and select “Create
New Flight Plan?”.

Copying Flight Plans

4.

A blank flight plan page appears for the first
empty storage location. Use the small andlarge right knobs to enter the identifier ofthe departure waypoint and press ENT.

5.

Repeat step #4 above to enter the identifier
for each additional flight plan waypoint.

Copy Flight Plan? allows you to copy the selected
flight plan to a new flight plan location. The copy
function is useful for duplicating an existing flight plan
before making changes.
If you wish to save a flight plan currently locatedin “flight plan 00”, copy it to an open catalog location(1-19) before the flight plan is cancelled, overwritten
or erased.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the identifier of each flight plan waypoint.

6.

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Once all waypoints have been entered, press
the small right knob to return to the Flight
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Use the “Copy Flight Plan?” option to savea copy of a flight plan to another memory
location. This is useful for saving the active
flight plan, or to save a stored flight plan
before editing.
NOTE: Once a flight plan is activated, it is copied to“flight plan 00” and overwrites the previous contentsof the flight plan memory location.

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Flight Plan Catalog Options
To copy a flight plan to another Flight Plan Catalog location:

1a. From the Active Flight Plan Page: press MENU
to display the Active Flight Plan Options
window.
OR
1b. From the Flight Plan Catalog: press the small
right knob to activate the cursor, turn thelarge right knob to highlight the flight plan
you wish to copy, then press MENU to display
the Flight Plan Catalog Options.
2.
3.

4.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “CopyFlight Plan?” and press ENT.
By default, the next empty catalog location
is offered. To select a different location, turnthe large right knob to select the flight plannumber, use the small and large right knobs
to enter a different number and press ENT.
With “Yes?” highlighted, press ENT to copy
the flight plan.

Deleting Flight Plans

Select “Delete Flight Plan?” to remove thedesignated flight plan from memory.
To delete a flight plan:

1a. From the Active Flight Plan Page: Press MENU
to display the Active Flight Plan Options
window.
OR
1b. From the Flight Plan Catalog: Press the small
right knob to activate the cursor, turn thelarge right knob to highlight the flight plan
you wish to delete, then press MENU to display
the Flight Plan Catalog Options.
2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Delete
Flight Plan?” and press ENT.

3.

With “Yes?” highlighted, press ENT to delete
the flight plan.

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Once you are finished with a flight plan, it caneasily be deleted from the Flight Plan Catalog or the
Active Flight Plan Page.
Delete Flight Plan? allows you to remove theselected flight plan from memory. Deleting a flight plan
does not delete the individual waypoints containedin the flight plan from the database or user waypoint
memory.

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Flight Plan Catalog Options
Delete All Flight Plans

Active Flight Plan

Delete All Flight Plans? allows you to remove all
flight plans from memory at one time.

The Active Flight Plan Page provides informationand editing functions for “flight plan 0” — the flightplan currently in use for navigation. Once you haveactivated a flight plan, the Active Flight Plan Pageshows each waypoint for the flight plan, along withthe desired track (DTK), distance (DIS) for each leg
and cumulative distance (CUM). The data fields areuser-selectable and may be changed to display estimated time of arrival (ETA) or estimated time en route(ETE).

Select “Delete Flight Plan?” to remove thehighlighted flight plan from memory. “Delete
All Flight Plans?” removes all flight plansfrom memory.
To delete all flight plans:

1.

Select the “Delete All Flight Plans?” option
from the Flight Plan Catalog Options and press
ENT.

2.

A confirmation window appears. With “Yes?”
highlighted, press ENT.

Sort List By Number/Comment

Sort List By Number?/Sort List by Comment?
allows you to select between a Flight Plan Catalog
sorted numerically by the flight plan number or sorted
alphanumerically based upon the comment assigned
to each flight plan. When either option is selected,
the other option appears on the Flight Plan Catalog
Options window.

The Active Flight Plan Page shows waypoint
names and data for the route currently being
used for navigation guidance.
To change a data field on the Active Flight Plan
Page:

1.

With the Active Flight Plan Page displayed,press MENU to display the Active Flight Plan
Page Options window.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight“Change Fields?” and press ENT.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the field
you wish to change.

4.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
data item and press ENT.

To sort the catalog listing by number or comment:

1.

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Select the “Sort List By Number?” or “Sort List
By Comment?” option (whichever is currently
displayed) from the Flight Plan Catalog Options
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Active Flight Plan Options
Activate Leg

Activate Leg? activates/reactivates the flight planand selects the highlighted leg as the “active leg” (theleg which is currently used for navigation guidance).

Change the displayed data using the “Change Fields?” option.
Highlight the data field you wish to change and turn the small
right knob to display available data types.

5.

Press the small right knob to remove the cursor.

To restore factory default settings for data fields
on the Active Flight Plan Page:

1.

With the Active Flight Plan Page displayed,press MENU to display the Active Flight Plan
Page Options window.

Turn the large right knob to highlight“Restore Defaults?” and press ENT.
Active Flight Plan Options
The following options (some covered on the preceding pages) are available for the active flight plan:• Activate Leg• Crossfill or Manual GTN Crossfill• Copy Flight Plan
• Invert Flight Plan
• Delete Flight Plan
• Select Approach• Select Arrival• Select Departure• Remove Approach• Remove Arrival• Remove Departure• Closest Point of Flight Plan
• Parallel Track• Change Fields• Restore Defaults
2.

“Activate Leg?” selects the highlighted flight plan leg as theleg currently in use for navigation guidance (even if it isn’t theclosest leg).
To activate a flight plan along a specific leg:

1.

From the Active Flight Plan Page, press thesmall right knob to activate the cursor andturn the large right knob to highlight thedesired destination waypoint.

2.

Press MENU, select the “Activate Leg?” option
from the Active Flight Plan Page Options andpress ENT.

3.

A confirmation window appears. With “Activate?” highlighted, press ENT.

Crossfill

Crossfill? allows you to transfer a direct-to destination, the active flight plan including VNAV parameters,
any stored flight plan, or user waypoints to a second
400W-series or 500W-series Garmin unit.
See Section 9 - Aux Pages - Flight Planning - Crossfill
Operation for additional details on using the“Crossfill?” option.

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Active Flight Plan Options
Manual GTN Crossfill

Select Approach

Manual GTN Crossfill? allows you to transfer user
waypoints to a GTN unit or receive information from a
GTN unit.
See Section 9 - Aux Pages - Flight Planning - Manual
GTN Crossfill Operation for additional details on
using the “Manual GTN Crossfill?” option.

Select Approach? allows you to select a publishedinstrument approach for the destination airport, or
replace the current approach with a new selection.
(In many cases, you’ll find it more convenient
to select approaches using the PROC key — asdescribed in Section 5 - Procedures.)

Copy Flight Plan

Copy Flight Plan? copies the active flight plan
to a Flight Plan Catalog location. The copy function
is useful for duplicating the active flight plan before
making changes. See the description on a previous
page in the Flight Plan section.
Invert Flight Plan

Invert Flight Plan? reverses the active flight plan.
See the description on a previous page in the Flight
Plan section.

Published instrument approaches can beselected and used from the Active Flight
Plan Options, or by pressing the PROC key.
The “Select Approach?” option appears inboth places.

Delete Flight Plan

Delete Flight Plan? allows you to remove all
waypoints from the active flight plan. (Deleting aflight plan does not delete the waypoints contained in the flight plan from the database or user
waypoint memory.)

To select an approach for a direct-to or flight plan
destination airport:

1.

From the Active Flight Plan Page, press
MENU to display the Active Flight Plan Page
Options.

2.

Highlight the “Select Approach?” option andpress ENT.

3.

A window appears listing the available
approaches for your destination airport. Turnthe small right knob to highlight the desired
approach and press ENT.

4.

A second window appears listing available
transitions for the approach. Turn the small
right knob to highlight the desired transition waypoint and press ENT. (The “Vectors”
option assumes you will receive vectors to the“Delete Flight Plan?” cancels navigation andremoves the active flight plan from memory.
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Active Flight Plan Options
final course segment of the approach and will
provide navigation guidance to intercept thisfinal course.)
5.

6.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Load?”or “Activate?” and press ENT. “Load?” adds
the approach to the flight plan without immediately using the approach for navigation guidance. This allows you to continue navigating
the original flight plan until cleared for theapproach, but keeps the approach available
for quick activation when needed. “Activate?”
adds the approach to the flight plan and begins
navigating the approach course.
For precision approaches, and non-precision
approaches not approved for GPS, a reminder
window appears indicating that GPS guidanceon such approaches is strictly for monitoring
only. To confirm this reminder, highlight “Yes?”
and press ENT.

Select Arrival

Select Arrival? allows you to select a publishedstandard terminal arrival route (STAR) for the destination airport, or replace the current arrival with a new
selection. (See Section 5 - Procedures for information
on selecting arrivals using the PROC key.) Arrivals are
not available for all airports, in which case the arrival
windows will show “NONE.”

3.

4.

5.

“Select Arrival?” and “Select Departure?”
allow you to select and use published arrival
routes (STARs) and published instrument
departures (SIDs).

A window appears listing the available arrivals
for your destination airport. Turn the small
right knob to select the desired arrival andpress ENT.
A second window appears listing available
transitions for the arrival. Turn the small
right knob to highlight the desired transition
waypoint and press ENT.
A third window appears listing available runways
for the arrival. Turn the small right knob tohighlight the desired runway and press ENT.

To select an arrival for a direct-to or flight plan
destination airport:

1.

2.

From the Active Flight Plan Page, press
MENU to display the Active Flight Plan Page
Options.
Highlight the “Select Arrival?” option and press
ENT.

Once the arrival or departure is selected, awindow appears to select the desired transition waypoint.

6.

With “Load?” highlighted, press ENT. The
arrival is now inserted into your flight plan.

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Active Flight Plan Options
Select Departure

Remove Approach, Arrival, or Departure

Select Departure? allows you to select a published standard instrument departure (SID) for the
departure airport, or replace the current departure
with a new selection. When using a direct-to, the500W-series unit uses the nearest airport as a reference when displaying available departures. (See
Section 5 - Procedures for information on selecting
departures using the PROC key.) Departures are
not available for all airports, in which case thedeparture windows will show “NONE.”

Remove Approach? deletes the currently selected
approach from the active flight plan. Remove Arrival?
deletes the current Arrival (STAR) from the active
flight plan. Remove Departure? deletes the current
departure (SID) from the active flight plan.
To remove an approach, arrival or departure fromthe active flight plan:1.

To select a departure for the departure airport:

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1.

From the Active Flight Plan Page, press
MENU to display the Active Flight Plan Page
Options.

2.

Highlight the “Select Departure?” option fromthe Active Flight Plan Page Options and press
ENT.

3.

A window appears listing the available departures for your departure airport. Turn the small
right knob to select the desired departure andpress ENT.

4.

A second window appears listing available
transitions for the departure. Turn the small
right knob to highlight the desired transition
waypoint and press ENT.

5.

A third window appears listing available runways for the departure. Turn the small rightknob to highlight the desired runway and press
ENT.

6.

With “Load?” highlighted, press ENT. The
departure is now inserted into your flightplan.

Press MENU and turn the large right knob
to select the “Remove Approach?”, “Remove
Arrival?” or “Remove Departure?” option fromthe active flight plan page options and press
ENT.

Approaches, arrivals and departures can all
be removed from the active flight plan by
selecting the corresponding “Remove...”option.
To remove an approach, arrival or departure fromthe active flight plan:

1.

From the Active Flight Plan Page, press MENU
to display the Active Flight Plan Page Options.

2.

Select the “Remove Approach?”, “Remove
Arrival?” or “Remove Departure?” option andpress ENT.

3.

A confirmation window appears listing the procedure you are about to remove. With “Yes?”
highlighted, press ENT.

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Active Flight Plan Options
Closest Point of FPL

Closest Point of FPL? calculates the bearing andclosest distance at which a flight plan passes froma reference waypoint. May also be used to create a
new user waypoint along the flight plan at the location closest to a chosen reference waypoint.

highlight “Load?” and press ENT. The namefor the new user waypoint is derived from theidentifier of the reference waypoint.
Parallel Track

Parallel Track? allows you to create a parallelcourse offset of 1 to 99 NM to the left or right of yourcurrent flight plan. After setting a parallel track to yourcurrent flight plan, a magenta parallel track line will bedrawn offset from the original by the selected distance.
The original course line will be drawn in white. The
aircraft will navigate to the parallel track course line.
When you reach the end of the flight plan, amessage will state “Parallel offset terminating in X
seconds”. The message will be given when the aircraft
reaches the offset distance from the end of the parallel
track. This will give the pilot sufficient time to intercept the original course.

To determine the closest point where the active flight plan passes a particular waypoint,
use the “Closest Point of FPL?” option. A
waypoint can be added to the flight plan at
the calculated location.

North

To determine the closest point, along the active
flight plan, to a selected waypoint:

1.

2.

3.

4.

CourseFrom the Active Flight Plan Page, press
MENU to display the Active Flight Plan Page
Options.
Select the “Closest Point of FPL?” option fromthe Active Flight Plan Page Options and press
ENT.
A window appears with the reference waypoint
field highlighted. Use the small and large
right knobs to enter the identifier of the reference waypoint and press ENT.

TO
WPT

BRG

DTK

OffsetTO
WPT

Parallel Track Distance
FROM
WPT

OffsetFROMWPTThe 500W-series unit displays the bearing(BRG) and distance (DIST) to the closest point
along the flight plan, from the selected reference waypoint. To create a user waypoint at
this location and add it to the flight plan,
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Points to remember with Parallel Track:5.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
Offset Direction and press ENT.

6.

Activate? is highlighted. Press ENT to activate
the selected Parallel Track. Or, press CLR or thesmall right knob (CRSR) to cancel Parallel
Track selection.

• You must have an active flight plan
• The current leg must support parallel track• Parallel track is not allowed for the active leg of an
approach• Parallel track is not allowed if the active leg is not a
track-to-fix or direct-to-fix leg• Parallel track may be allowed but not the selected
offset distanceTo set a parallel track to your flight plan.

1.

With the Active Flight Plan Page displayed,press MENU to display the Active Flight Plan
Page Options window.
After activating Parallel Track, the flight plan
will show “-P” for each leg to indicate
Parallel Track is active and GPS-PTK will beannunciated in the lower left corner.
Original
waypoint

Parallel Trackoffset waypoint

Select “Parallel Track?” to set a parallel track
to your current flight plan.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Parallel
Track?” and press ENT.

3.

Turn the small and large right knobs to
set the Offset Distance value and then press
ENT.

4.

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Original
flight plancourse line

Turn the large right knob to highlight theOffset Direction.
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Present
Position
After setting a parallel track to your current
flight plan, a magenta parallel track line will
be drawn offset from the original by the selected distance. The original course line will
be drawn in white. The aircraft will navigate
to the parallel track course line.

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Active Flight Plan Editing
To cancel a parallel track to your flight plan.

Restore Defaults

1.

With the Active Flight Plan Page displayed,press MENU to display the Active Flight Plan
Page Options window.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Parallel
Track?” and press ENT.

3.

“Cancel?” is highlighted. Press ENT.

Restore Defaults? returns the data items to factory defaults.
1. With the Active Flight Plan Page displayed,press MENU to display the Active Flight Plan
Page Options window.
2. Turn the small right knob to highlight“Restore Defaults?” and then press ENT.
Shortcuts

Change Fields

Change Fields? allows you to select the desired
data items to display on the active flight plan page.
1. With the Active Flight Plan Page displayed,press MENU to display the Active Flight Plan
Page Options window.
2. Turn the large right knob to highlight“Change Fields?” and press ENT. The field
active for selection will flash. Turn the large
right knob to highlight the field to change.

A number of shortcuts are available to save time
when using the Active Flight Plan Page. These shortcuts speed the process of removing approaches, departures and arrivals, and aid in selecting a specific flightplan leg for navigation guidance.
On the preceding page, options to remove
approaches, departures and arrivals were introduced.
This process may also be completed using the CLR
key, as described below and illustrated at right.
To remove an approach, departure or arrival using
the CLR key:

To remove an approach, departureor arrival from the active flight plan,
highlight the procedure name (appears
in light blue text) and press CLR.

Changing fields for the active flight
plan.

3.

Turn the small right knob to open the list of
selections and continue turning it to highlightthe desired selection and then press ENT.

1.

With the Active Flight Plan Page displayed,press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

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2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the title
for the approach, departure or arrival you wish
to delete. Titles appear in light blue directly
above the procedure’s waypoints.

3.

Press CLR to display a confirmation window.

4.

With “Yes?” highlighted, press ENT to remove
the selected procedure.

The “Activate Leg?” option is discussed earlier,which allows you to specify which leg of the flightplan is currently used for navigation guidance. A
shortcut also exists for this operation, using thedirect-to key.

This same process may also be used to remove
individual waypoints from the active flight plan.

From the Active Flight Plan Page, use thedirect-to key (press twice) to activate ahighlighted route leg...
To remove an individual waypoint fromthe active flight plan, highlight the
waypoint you wish to remove and press
CLR.
To remove a waypoint using the CLR key:

1.

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With the Active Flight Plan Page displayed,press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight theidentifier for the waypoint you wish to delete.
Identifiers appear in green text.

3.

Press CLR to display a confirmation window.

4.

With “Yes?” highlighted, press ENT to remove
the selected procedure.

...including any portion of an instrument
procedure, such as a procedure turn, DME arc
or holding pattern.
To activate a specific leg of the active flight plan:1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor and turn the large right knob to highlight the desired destination waypoint.

2.

Press direct-to twice to display an “Activate
Leg” confirmation window.

3.

With “Activate?” highlighted, press ENT.

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When using instrument procedures, this feature
can be used not only to activate a specific point-topoint leg, but to also activate a departure, an arrival,
the procedure turn portion of an approach, follow a
DME arc or activate a holding pattern.
Any approach, departure or arrival can be reviewed
on the appropriate airport page in the WPT pagegroup.
To review a procedure while viewing a flight plan
page:

1.

With the flight plan page displayed, press thesmall right knob to activate the cursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight theprocedure header and press ENT to select the
WPT page group.

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Flight Plan Transfer Feature (optional with
software V 3.20 or later)

The Flight Plan Card feature is available for transferring flight plans to the unit via a Garmin proprietarydata card. The flight plans may be created on a PC
using flight planning software that is compatible withGarmin equipment (Jeppesen FliteStar is an example).
In addition to the flight planning software, it is necessary to purchase a flight plan transfer kit from Garmin.
The kit contains the required hardware (including a
blank data card and card programmer) and Garmin
software that must be installed on the PC. Up to 19
flight plans and 1,000 user waypoints, created using
the flight planning software, can be loaded on to a datacard via the PC software and then transferred to the500W Unit using the procedure described below. The
process can be repeated as many times as desired using
the same card with different flight plans and user waypoints loaded. If additional data cards are desired, they
can be purchased from Garmin separately.

5.

NOTE: Flight plans are not verified by Garmin, it is thepilot’s responsibility to verify all flight plans.

Using the Flight Plan Card to load flight plans into
the 500W Unit:
1. With the unit powered off, remove the Terrain
Card, located in the right slot.
2. Place the Flight Plan Card in the empty rightslot.
3. Apply power to the unit.
4. Once initialization has completed, the unit will
default to the third FPL page (this third page
only exists when the Flight Plan Card is in
use).

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Turn the small right knob to select the flightplan file to transfer and catalog number to use.
Turn the large right knob to move between
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NOTE: If a user waypoint with the same name alreadyexists in the 500W and is more than 10 meters from theimported user waypoint, the imported user waypoint
will be automatically renamed by adding a digit (0-9)
to the end of the waypoint’s name. Also, a message willappear to inform the user that a waypoint has beenrenamed.
NOTE: Flight plan files that contain only user waypoints(with no flight plan route) may be transferred. In thiscase, only the user waypoints will be transferred and noflight plans will be modified. A message will appear toindicate this.

6.

Once all flight plans have been loaded, power
off the unit.

7.

Remove the Flight Plan Card from the right card
slot and place the Terrain Card back into theempty card slot.
NOTE: The Flight Plan Card is only to be used on the
ground. It must be removed prior to flight.

8.

Apply power to the unit.

9.

To activate a newly transferred flight plan, refer
to Section Four “Activating Flight Plans.”

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Approaches/Departures/Arrivals

Section 5 - Procedures Approaches, Departures, & Arrivals

4.

The 500W-series unit allows you to fly non-precision and precision approaches to airports with published instrument approach procedures. All available
approaches are stored on your Jeppesen NavData® card,
and are automatically updated when you replace thecard with a new one. Subscription information for NavData cards is included in your 500W-series package.

are offered for the nearest airport.)
A second window appears listing the available transitions. Turn the large right knob tohighlight the desired transition waypoint andpress ENT. (The approach “Vectors” option
assumes you will receive vectors to the final
course segment of the approach and will provide navigation guidance relative to the final
approach course.)

The Procedures Page is displayed by pressing the
PROC key. The Procedures Page provides direct accessto approaches, departures and arrivals — based upon
the active flight plan or direct-to destination. In either
case, the departure and destination airports must havepublished procedures associated with them.
To select an approach, departure or arrival:

1.

Press the PROC key to display the Procedures
Page.

You can select a transition waypoint for an approach, orchoose “VECTORS” to provide navigation guidance to the final
approach course.

5.

Press the PROC key to display the Procedures Page. Options areavailable to select published approaches, arrivals (STARs) anddepartures (DPs or SIDs).

2.
3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “SelectApproach?”, “Select Departure?” or “SelectArrival?” and press ENT.
A window appears listing the available procedures. Turn the large right knob to highlightthe desired procedure and press ENT. (Whena direct-to destination is selected, departures6.

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Turn the large right knob to highlight“Load?” or “Activate?” (approaches only)
and press ENT. “Load?” adds the procedure
to the flight plan without immediately using
it for navigation guidance. This allows you tocontinue navigating the original flight plan,but keeps the procedure available on the
Active Flight Plan Page for quick activation
when needed to later activate a departure or
arrival.
For VLOC-based precision approaches andsome non-precision approaches, a reminder
window appears indicating that GPS guidanceon such approaches is strictly for monitoring
only — use the VLOC receiver and external CDI(or HSI) for primary navigation. To confirm thisreminder, highlight “Yes?” and press ENT.
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Activating Approaches
Not all approaches in the database are approved for
GPS use. As you select an approach, a “GPS” designation to the right of the procedure name indicates theprocedure can be flown using the GPS receiver. Some
procedures do not have this designation, meaning that
the GPS receiver may be used for supplemental navigation guidance only. ILS approaches, for example, must
be flown by tuning the VLOC receiver to the proper
frequency and coupling the VLOC receiver to theexternal CDI (or HSI).

Another Procedures Page option allows you toactivate the final course segment of the approach. This
option assumes you will receive vectors to the final
approach course and guides you to intercept the final
course, before reaching the FAF.
To activate the (previously loaded) approach, with
vectors to final:Once an approach is selected, it may be activatedfor navigation from the Procedures Page. Activating theapproach overrides the “en route” portion of the active
flight plan, proceeding directly to the “approach”
portion (for a full approach, directly to the initialapproach fix).

With the full approach “Loaded”, select“Activate Vectors-To-Final?” to provide
navigation guidance along the final approachcourse segment only.

To activate an approach (which was previously
loaded):1. Press the PROC key to display the Procedures
Page.
2. Turn the large right knob to highlight “Activate Vectors-To-Final?” and press ENT.

In many cases, it may be easiest to “Load” the full
approach while still some distance away, en route to
the destination airport. Later, if vectored to final, use
the steps above to select “Activate Vectors-To-Final”— which makes the inbound course to the FAF
waypoint active. Otherwise, activate the full approach
using the “Activate Approach?” option.

When an approach is “Loaded”, it is added
to the end of the active flight plan. Prior toreaching the approach course, select “Activate Approach?” to begin navigation along
the approach course.

1. Press the PROC key to display the Procedures
Page.
2. Turn the large right knob to highlight “Activate Approach?” and press ENT.
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If you reactivate the approach currently being
flown using the PROC key, prior to reaching the MAP
a Restart Approach confirmation window appears on
the screen. If you have passed the MAP, the 500Wseries unit proceeds to the transition waypoint withouta restart confirmation.

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Basic Approach Operations
Basic Approach Operations

Annunciation

Description

LPV

Localizer Performance with Vertical guidance(LPV) approach. Fly to LPV minimums. A yellow background indicates that the approachis safe to continue but a downgrade to LNAV
may occur.

LP

Localizer Performance with no vertical guidance. Fly to LP minimums. SW V 3.30, or later.

LP +V

LP +V indicates Localizer Performance withadvisory vertical guidance. Fly LP minimums
down to the MDA and missed approach location. This annunciation is available in SW Ver
5.10, or later..

L/VNAV

Lateral Navigation and Vertical Navigation(LNAV/VNAV) approach. Fly to LNAV/VNAV
minimums.

LNAV+VGPS approach using published LNAV minima.
Advisory vertical guidance is provided.

LNAV

Lateral Navigation approach. Fly to LNAV
minimums.

MAPR

Missed Approach indicates the system isproviding missed approach integrity and CDI
full-scale deflection ±0.3 NM.

ENR

En route, CDI full-scale deflection is 2.0 NM
or current CDI scale selection, whichever issmaller.

TERM

Terminal, CDI full-scale deflection is 1.0 NM
or current CDI scale selection, whichever issmaller.

DPRT

Departure, indicates the system is using nonprecision approach integrity. HAL = 0.3 and
CDI full-scale deflection is 0.3 NM.

The 500W series provides precision vertical guidance and non-precision advisory guidance using its
built in GPS receiver. The moving map pages can also
be used as a supplemental aid to situational awarenessfor ILS, VOR, and NDB approaches (and non-precision localizer-based approaches), but the appropriate
navigational aid MUST be used for primary approachcourse guidance.
Approaches designed specifically for GPS are oftenvery simple and don’t require overflying a VOR or
NDB. Currently, many non-precision approaches have“GPS overlays” to let you fly an existing procedure(VOR, VOR/DME, NDB, RNAV, etc.) more accurately
using GPS. To date, there are over 2,400 GPS-only
approaches and over 2,900 GPS overlay approaches
worldwide.
Many overlay approaches are more complex (incomparison to GPS-only approaches). The 500Wseries unit displays and guides you through each legof the approach — automatically sequencing througheach of these legs, up to the missed approach point(MAP). Approaches may be flown “as published” withthe full transition — using any published feeder routeor initial approach fix (IAF) — or may be flown with avectors-to-final transition.
Flight mode annunciations are provided in thelower left corner of the display indicating the current
mode of flight.

OCN

Oceanic, CDI full-scale deflection is 2.0 NM.

LOW ALT(lower window)

For LNAV+V, LNAV/VNAV, or LPV approaches,the LOW ALT annunciation indicates theaircraft’s estimated height is lower than the
Final Approach Waypoint height by more thanthe current VPL plus 50 meters. This annunciation will not be active when TAWS or Terrain
is operational.

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Procedure Turn Approach4.

Approach operations on the 500W-series units
typically begin with the same basic steps:“Activate” the full approach or vectors-to-final,
as appropriate. In some scenarios, you may findit more convenient to immediately activate
the approach and skip the “Load” process
outlined above in step #3. The 500W-series
units provide both options.

Approaches with Procedure Turns

The procedure turn portion of an approach isstored as one of the legs of the approach. For thisreason, the 500W-series unit requires no special operations from the pilot — other than flying the procedureturn itself — beyond what is required for any othertype of approach. Roll steering is provided to aircraftwith compatible autopilots.

Lynchburg (VA) Regional
VOR or GPS Rwy 04

DO NOT USE FORNAVIGATION
Basic Steps for Using Approaches

86[RW04]

1.

Select the destination airport using the directto key, or as the last waypoint in the active
flight plan.

2.

Choose the “Select Approach?” option fromthe Procedures Page or from the Active Flight
Plan Options.

3.

“Load” the approach (often while en route) in
anticipation of its future use. This places theapproach in the active flight plan, but retains
course guidance in the en route section until
the approach is “Activated”.

DO NOT USE FORNAVIGATIONThis example uses the VOR or GPS Runway 04
approach for Lynchburg (Virginia) Regional Airport,
KLYH, and assumes a departure from Frederick (Maryland) Municipal Airport, KFDK. The steps required to
set up and fly the approach are detailed below:

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Procedure Turn Approach1.

Prior to departing KFDK, the destination (KLYH)
is selected using the direct-to key or by creating a flight plan terminating at Lynchburg
Regional.

2.

While en route to KLYH, some 40-50 NM
away, you select the ATIS frequency to monitor airport conditions and runway usage. Thisis accomplished by displaying the NAVCOM
Page and selecting the ATIS frequency fromthe list. This places the frequency on standby.
Use the COM flip-flop key to make the ATIS
frequency active.

3.

From ATIS you learn that runway 04 is in use
and plan your approach accordingly. Pressthe PROC key and select the “VOR 04-GPS”
approach. From the transitions window, selectLYH VOR (the IAF). Also, select “Load?” to load(but not activate) the approach.

A second pop-up window displays available transitions. Highlight LYH VOR and press ENT. Finally, select “Load?” to add theapproach to the active flight plan.

4.

If you are cleared direct to the IAF, press the
PROC key, select “Activate Approach?” andpress ENT.

Flying the Procedure Turn

1.

Within 31 NM of the destination airport, or
when transitioning to the first waypoint ofan arrival procedure, the 500W-series unit
switches from “en route” mode to “terminal”
mode (as indicated in the lower left corner ofthe screen). The switch to terminal mode isaccompanied by a gradual Course Deviation
Indicator (CDI) scale transition from 2.0 to
1.0 NM, full scale deflection.

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Press PROC, highlight “Select Approach?” and press ENT. Fromthe pop-up window, select the “VOR 04” approach into KLYH.

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Procedure Turn Approach



31 nm

RW04



As you approach the IAF, the “Left to 209° in x sec” waypoint
alert appears in the lower right corner. Prepare to turn to thisheading.





2.

3.

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5.

Several miles prior to reaching the IAF (LYH),
you may wish to review the approach sequence.
Press the FPL key to display the Active Flight
Plan Page. Press the small right knob and turnthe large right knob to review each segmentof the approach. When finished, press FPL
again to return to the previous page.
As you approach the IAF (LYH), a waypoint
alert (“Next DTK 205° in x sec”) appears in
the lower right corner of the screen. As the
distance (DIS) to the IAF approaches zero, thealert is replaced by a turn advisory (“Left to205° in x sec”). Dial the outbound course of
205° into the CDI (or HSI) using the OBS knob
and initiate a standard rate turn to this course
heading.

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Fly the outbound course, keeping the CDI
needle centered.
Once you have flown approximately one minutepast the IAF (LYH), the alert message “Left to160° in x sec” appears in the lower right cornerof the screen. The unit will sequence to theinbound leg when established inbound.
NOTE: You may manually perform any type of procedure turn in accordance with the AIM and the charted
procedure. However, the unit displays a map of, andprovides roll steering for, a 45/180 procedure turn.
If you manually complete the entire procedure turnprior to the unit’s initial outbound turn alert, software
versions prior to 3.20 may sequence to the inbound leg
but enter SUSP mode. In that case, press the OBS key
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Procedure Turn Approach
CDI needle swings to the opposite side toprovide proper sensing along the final course
segment and “Next DTK 025°” appears in thelower right corner of the screen.
8.

As the CDI needle starts to center, make a rightturn to 025° — the final approach course.

At approximately one minute past the IAF, an alert message(“Left to 160° in x sec”) reminds you to begin the procedure
turn.

6.

Turn left to a heading of 160° to initiate theprocedure turn. Course guidance is provided
relative to the outbound leg from the FAF. (Theprocedure turn is displayed on the Map Page
and indicated as the active leg on the Default
NAV and Active Flight Plan pages.) The CDI
needle starts moving to the right.
DO NOT
USE FORNAVIGATION

Procedure turn, inbound. The CDI needle swings to the opposite side for proper sensing and “Next DTK 025° now” appears.
Turn to the new heading as the needle begins to center.

9.
RW04




10. As you approach the FAF, a waypoint alert in
the lower right corner (“Next DTK 026° in xsec”) appears. Make any course adjustments
necessary for the final course segment (FAF to
MAP).


7.

When within 45° of the final approachcourse and the FAF is the TO waypoint, the500W-series unit switches from terminal mode
to “approach” mode. CDI scaling is tightened
from 1.0 NM full scale deflection to either
0.3 NM or 2° full scale deflection whichever isless at the FAF. The change occurs over 2 NM
and is completed by the FAF.

After approximately one minute, make a 180°right turn to a heading of 340° to intercept
the inbound course. The 500W-series unit
sequences to the inbound leg to the FAF, the11. As you cross the FAF, the destination sequences
to the MAP (“RW04”, the runway threshold).
With the needle centered, fly toward the MAP,
observing the altitude minimums dictated by
the approach plate.

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Missed Approach

As you cross the FAF, the 500W-series unit automaticallysequences to the final course segment, which appears inmagenta on the Map Page.

As you cross the missed approach point, “SUSP” appears onscreen above the OBS key.

12. As you approach the MAP, a waypoint alert(“Arriving at waypoint”) appears in the lower
right corner. CDI scaling continues to tighten
from 0.3 NM to 350 feet, full-scale deflection.
13. As you cross the MAP, “SUSP” appears
above the OBS key, indicating that automaticsequencing of approach waypoints is suspended at the MAP. A “from” indication isdisplayed on the CDI and Default NAV Page,
but course guidance along the final approachcourse continues. If a missed approach is
required, use the OBS key to initiate the missed
approach sequence, as outlined on the following page.
NOTE: Once you cross the FAF, the Map Page displays
the final course segment in magenta (the active legof the flight plan always appears in magenta) and adashed line extends the course beyond the missed
approach point (MAP). The dashed line is provided forsituational awareness only and should NOT be used
for navigation. Please, follow the published missed
approach procedures.

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Approach with Hold
Flying the Missed Approach

L/NAV, LNAV+V, LP, LP +V, or LNAV) will
be replaced with either MAPR or TERM,
depending on the design of the approach.
Normally, MAPR will be annunciated formissed approach procedures in which thefirst leg is a climb straight ahead to a waypoint, whereas TERM will be annunciatedfor missed approach procedures requiring
a turn.

After you pass the MAP, if the runway isn’t insight you must execute a missed approach. The
500W-series unit continues to give guidance along an
extension of the final course segment (FAF to MAP)
until you manually initiate the missed approachprocedure (as mentioned previously in reference to the“SUSP” advisory). The OBS key is used to initiate themissed approach, as follows:
NOTE: It is the pilot’s responsibility for initial
missed approach guidance in accordance withpublished procedure. The unit may not provide
correct guidance until established on a defined
leg.



2.



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1.

CDI scaling will change to ±0.3 NM fullscale deflection if MAPR is annunciated,or ±1.0 NM if TERM is annunciated.

e.

The “FROM” indicator will change to a“TO” indication.

NOTE: In some cases, an additional hold waypoint
is added to the missed approach sequence. This additional waypoint is used as an aid in establishing
the holding pattern — especially where the MAP and
MAHP are the same waypoint.

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RW04

d.

After commencing the published missed
approach procedure, and after the SUSP
annunciator has appeared, press the OBS key
to sequence to the first waypoint in the missed
approach procedure. This will simultaneously
result in several changes:a.

SUSP annunciation will extinguish.

b.

The first waypoint in the missed approachprocedure will be sequenced.

c.

The current approach annunciation (LPV,
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An alert message in the lower right hand cornerof the screen recommends entry procedures forthe holding pattern. As you fly the holding pattern, the timer in the lower right corner of the
Default NAV Page automatically resets on theoutbound side of the hold when you are abeam
the hold waypoint. The timer again resets as
you turn inbound (within approximately 30°of the inbound course). This allows you to use
standard timing (typically one minute) to fly
the inbound and outbound legs of the hold.
NOTE: Time is displayed for standard time-based
holding patterns. Holding patterns that have apublished leg length will display the distance.

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Approach with Hold
Flying an Approach with a Hold

Starting where the previous example left off,
we’ll assume weather conditions resulted in a missed
approach at Lynchburg Regional. Now, you’ve decided
to divert to Farmville Regional (KFVX) instead.

An alert message in the lower right handcorner recommends entry procedures for theholding pattern.

3.

The 500W-series unit provides course guidance only on the inbound side of the holding
pattern. Roll steering is provided to aircraftwith compatible autopilots. When leaving
the holding pattern to re-fly the approach(or another approach) press the PROC key to“Select Approach?” or “Activate Approach?”as previously described. (Or, use the direct-to
key to select another destination.)




Farmville (VA) Regional
GPS Rwy 21
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1.

Press direct-to.

2.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the destination airport’s identifier (KFVX).

3.

Press ENT twice.

This time, you select the GPS runway 21 approach
into Farmville Regional. The GPS runway 21 approach
begins with a holding pattern at the IAF, BODRY
intersection.
4. Press PROC and select the “GPS 21”
approach.

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Approach with Hold
5.

From the transitions window, select BODRY
intersection as the IAF, assuming that ATC has
cleared you direct to the BODRY intersection.
Also, select “Activate?” to load and activate
the approach.

7.

As in the last example, within 31 NM of the
airport, the 500W-series unit switches fromen route mode to terminal mode, and the CDI
scale transitions from 2.0 to 1.0 NM, full scale
deflection.
NOTE: Upon activating an RNAV GPS approach,
you are given the option to skip any non-required
holding patterns during the initial transitions of
the approach. In a GPS approach, you will not begiven the option and you must manually reselectwaypoint sequencing.

8.
Press PROC and select the “GPS 21” approach. Then, select BODRY intersection (theIAF) from the transitions window.

6.

Just prior to crossing BODRY intersection, analert — ”Hold teardrop” — appears in thelower right corner of the screen to suggest theproper holding pattern entry. (“Hold direct” or“Hold parallel” may be offered on other similar
approaches.)Once you activate the approach, the Active
Flight Plan Page appears. You may review theapproach sequence by pressing the small rightknob and turning the large right knob. Press
FPL to return to the navigation pages.

Prior to crossing the BODRY intersection, an alert “Hold teardrop” is shown to suggest the proper holding
pattern.

Once you “Activate?” the approach, theActive Flight Plan Page appears showing thesequence of waypoints in the approach.

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Approach with HoldNOTE: If you need to lose extra altitude or speed
by going around the holding pattern again, press
OBS to manually suspend waypoint sequencing
BEFORE crossing the holding waypoint the second time. If you’ve already passed this waypoint,
re-activate the holding pattern using the shortcut
steps described in Section 4 - “To activate a
specific leg of the active flight plan”.


(IAF)

(FAF)

31nm (from airport)

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9.

As mentioned in the missed approach example,
the Default NAV Page displays a timer or
distance, as appropriate, during the holding
pattern. Use this timer or distance to fly theoutbound portion of the holding pattern. (Theholding pattern is displayed on the Map Page
and indicated as the active leg on the Default
NAV and Active Flight Plan pages.)

10. As you approach BODRY intersection fromwithin the holding pattern, a waypoint alert(”Next DTK 209°”) appears in the lower rightcorner of the screen.
11. When within 45° of the final approach course
and the FAF is the TO waypoint, the 500Wseries unit switches from terminal mode toapproach mode. CDI scaling is tightened from
1.0 NM full scale deflection to either 0.3 NM
or 2° full scale deflection whichever is less at
the FAF. The change occurs over 2 NM and iscompleted by the FAF.
12. As you approach the FAF, a waypoint alert in
the lower right corner (“Next DTK 210° in xsec”) appears. Make any course adjustments
necessary for the final course segment (FAF to
MAP).

While flying the holding pattern, a timer appears on the Default NAV Page. Use the timer to fly the one minute outboundportion of the pattern.

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As you approach the FAF, the “Next DTK 210°
in x sec” waypoint alert appears in the lower
right corner of the screen.

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13. As you cross the FAF, the destination sequences
to the MAP (“RW21”, the runway threshold).
With the needle centered, fly toward the MAP,
observing the altitude minimums dictated by
the approach plate.

14. As you near the MAP, a waypoint alert (“Arriving at waypoint”) appears in the lower rightcorner. CDI scaling continues to tighten from
0.3 NM to 350 feet, full-scale deflection.

As you approach the MAP, the “Arriving at
waypoint” waypoint alert appears in thelower right corner of the screen.

DO NOT USE FORNAVIGATIONNOTE: When viewing the Map Page, you’ll notethat the final course segment is displayed in magenta — the active leg of the flight plan always
appears in magenta — and a dashed line extends
the course beyond the MAP. Do NOT follow
this extended course. Instead, follow publishedmissed approach procedures.

15. As you cross the MAP, “SUSP” appears
above the OBS key, indicating that automaticsequencing of approach waypoints is suspended at the MAP. A “from” indication isdisplayed on the CDI and Default NAV Page,
but course guidance along the final approachcourse continues. If a missed approach is
required, use the OBS key to initiate the missed
approach sequence.

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Flying a DME Arc Approach

The GPS overlay for a DME arc approach uses
additional Jeppesen-provided waypoints to define thearc. These waypoints are indicated by “D” as the first
letter in the waypoint name. This is followed by threenumbers indicating the radial the waypoint lies on. The
last letter indicates the radius of the arc.
Billard Muni (Topeka, KS)
VOR Rwy 22

Press direct-to and select “KTOP” as yourdestination (using the small and large
right knobs).

2.

Press the PROC key and select the “VOR 22”
approach. From the transitions window, select“LEBVY” as the IAF. Then, select “Load?” (or“Activate?”, if already cleared direct to the IAF
for the approach).

DO NOT USE FORNAVIGATIONNOTE: The letter/number DME arc names arebeing replaced with standard five-letter intersection names. You may encounter either naming
convention for an approach you select.

This example is based upon a flight from Hutchinson (Kansas) Municipal (KHUT) to Billard Municipal(KTOP) in Topeka, Kansas. The VOR/DME runway 22
approach is selected, along with “D258G/LEBVY” as
the IAF.
1. Select Billard Muni (KTOP) as your destination,
via the direct-to key or as the last waypoint
in a flight plan.

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Press PROC and select the “VOR 22” approach and “LEBVY” transition (using thelarge right knob and ENT).

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DO NOT USE FORNAVIGATIONNOTE: Since this is not a GPS approach, the pilot
should be using the VLOC receiver, tuned to the correct
VOR (TOP) for navigation. However, as an example,
operation is essentially identical.











31 nm (from airport)

3.

4.

5.

As you approach the IAF (D258G/LEBVY), a
waypoint alert (“Left to 353° in x sec”) appears
in the lower right corner of the screen. As the
distance (DIS) to the IAF approaches zero, thealert is replaced by a turn advisory (“Turn to353° now”).

6.

Follow the arc, keeping the CDI needle centered. When using an autopilot, the course
select on the CDI (or HSI) must be periodically
updated with the desired track (DTK) to ensure
proper tracking through the arc. Whenever thecourse select setting and desired track differ bymore than 10°, a “Set course to ###°” message appears on the Message Page.

Billard Muni (Topeka, KS)
VOR Rwy 22

Within 31 NM of KTOP, the 500W-series unit
switches from en route mode to terminal
mode and the CDI scale transitions from 2.0
to 1.0 NM, full scale deflection.
If you haven’t already activated the approach(in step #2), be sure to do so when cleared forthe approach.

If you’ve loaded the approach, but not activated it, press PROC
and select “Activate Approach?”.
As you fly the DME arc, “Set Course to ###°”
alerts you to periodically adjust the course
select on the external CDI (or HSI).
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Vectors-To-Final Approach7.

The next point in the approach is an intermediate fix, labeled “D025G/DMARY”. As you
approach this intermediate fix, a waypoint alert(“Right to 205° in x sec”) appears in the lower
right corner of the screen. As the distance tothis fix approaches zero, the alert is replaced
by a turn advisory (“Right to 205° now”). Dial
this course into the CDI (or HSI) using the OBS
knob and initiate a standard rate turn to thiscourse heading.

8.

When within 45° of the final approachcourse and the FAF is the TO waypoint, the500W-series unit switches from terminal mode
to approach mode. CDI scaling is tightened
from 1.0 NM full scale deflection to either
0.3 NM or 2º full scale deflection whichever isless at the FAF. The change occurs over 2 NM
and is completed by the FAF.

9.

As you approach the FAF, a waypoint alert in
the lower right corner (“Right to 214° in xsec”) appears. Select this course on the CDI(or HSI) using the OBS knob and turn to thefinal course segment (FAF to MAP) heading.

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10. As you cross the FAF, the destination sequences
to the MAP (“RW22”, the runway threshold).
With the needle centered, fly toward the MAP,
observing the altitude minimums dictated by
the approach plate. When viewing the Map
Page, you’ll note that the final course segment
is displayed in magenta (the active leg of theflight plan always appears in magenta) anda dashed line extends the course beyond theMAP.

As you approach the FAF, a “Right to 214° inx sec” waypoint alert appears in the lower
right corner of the screen.

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Vectors-To-Final Approach
11. As you approach the MAP, a waypoint alert(“Arriving at waypoint”) appears in the lower
right corner of the screen. CDI scaling continues
to tighten from 0.3 NM to 350 feet, full-scale
deflection.

Vectors to Final

Let’s take a second look at the “VOR 22” approach
into Billard Municipal. Instead of following the DME
arc, ATC tells you to expect vectors onto the final
approach course. There are several ways to select “vectors to final” with the 500W-series unit. The first two
options below normally require the least workload toaccomplish:• When the approach is first selected, choose “VECTORS” from the transitions (“TRANS”) window.
• Load a full approach — including the IAF from thetransitions window. When cleared, press PROC
and select “Activate Vectors-To-Final?”.
• Load the full approach. Use the direct-to key (bypressing it twice) from the Active Flight Plan Page
to select the desired leg of the approach.

As you approach the MAP, an“Arriving at waypoint” alert appears in thelower right corner of the screen.

12.

As you cross the MAP, “SUSP” appears
above the OBS key, indicating that automaticsequencing of approach waypoints is suspended at the MAP. A “from” indication isdisplayed on the CDI and Default NAV Page,
but course guidance along the final approachcourse continues. Do NOT follow this extended
course. Follow published missed approachprocedures using the OBS key to initiate themissed approach sequence.

To select “VECTORS” from the transitions window:

1.

Select Billard Muni (KTOP) as your destination,using the direct-to key, or as the last waypoint
in a flight plan.

2.

Press the PROC key and select the “VOR 22”
approach.

3.

From the transitions window, select “VECTORS”.

Select “VECTORS” from the transitions
window to activate only the final approachcourse.
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Vectors-To-Final Approach4.

Select “Load?” (or “Activate?”, if already on
vectors-to-final).

To activate vectors-to-final from the procedures
page:

1.

Select Billard Muni (KTOP) as your destination,using the direct-to key or as the last waypoint
in a flight plan.

2.

Press the PROC key and select the “VOR 22”
approach.

3.

From the transitions window, select “D258G/
LEBVY” as the IAF. Also, select “Load?”.
NOTE: Since this is not a GPS approach, the pilot
should be using the VLOC receiver, tuned to the correct
VOR (TOP) for navigation.

Flying the Vectors ApproachWith “Vectors-To-Final” (VTF) selected, the CDI
needle remains off center until you’re established on
the final approach course. With the approach activated, the Map Page displays an extension of the final
approach course in magenta (remember, magenta isused to depict the active leg of the flight plan) and“VTF” appears as part of the active leg on the Default
NAV Page (as a reminder that the approach was
activated with vectors-to-final). In this example, we’ll
assume ATC vectors result in a rectangular course tointercept final, as follows:
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



4.

When cleared, press the PROC key and select“Activate Vectors-To-Final?”.

Press PROC and select “Activate VectorsTo-Final?” to activate only the final course
segment of a loaded approach.

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When VTF is activated, the 500W-series unit
switches to approach mode and course guidance is given along the final approach course.
CDI full-scale deflection is as shown in Appendix C.

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2.

The unit suspends automatic waypoint
sequencing in this case, because VTF was
activated while on the “From” side of the Final
Approach Fix.

As you converge with the final approach course, the CDI
needle (on the Default NAV Page and the external CDI) moves
toward the center.

6.
If the approach is loaded, but not yet
activated, press PROC and select “Activate
Vectors-To-Final?”.

3.

As the CDI needle centers, make any remaining
course corrections to establish yourself on the
final approach course.

ATC instructs you to turn left to a headingof 025°. This places you parallel to the final
approach course in the opposite direction. CDI
needle deflection is to the left.

4.

ATC instructs you to turn right to a heading of
115°.

5.

ATC instructs you to turn right to a heading of
175° to intercept the final approach course.
As you converge with the final approachcourse the needle moves toward the center.
(In the following illustration, the needle has
returned to the on-screen CDI and your current
position is less than 0.5 NM right of the final
approach course.) Once the aircraft is within
the approach course and the CDI is active,
automatic waypoint sequencing resumes and
SUSP is removed.









DO NOT USE FORNAVIGATION7.

As you approach the FAF, a waypoint alert in
the lower right corner (“Next DTK 214° in xxsec”) appears. Make any course adjustments
necessary for the final course segment (FAF to
MAP). After the FAF, VLOC guidance should be
used for this approach. LNAV remains annunciated to indicate on-screen CDI sensitivity.

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8.

9.

As you cross the FAF, the destination sequences
to the MAP (“RW22”). With the needle centered, fly toward the MAP, observing the altitude minimums dictated by the approach plate.
On-screen CDI scaling continues to tighten to
350 feet, full-scale deflection.

Course From Fix Flight Plan Legs

Certain approach, departure, and arrival proceduresin the Jeppesen database contain Course From Fix flightplan legs. The 500W-series unit is able to load theselegs into the flight plan along with the rest of the procedure data, and to provide navigation along these legs.

As you approach the MAP, a waypoint alert(“Arriving at waypoint”) appears in the lower
right corner.

10. As you cross the MAP, “SUSP” appears
above the OBS key, indicating that automaticsequencing of approach waypoints is suspended at the MAP. A “from” indication isdisplayed on the CDI and Default NAV Page,
but course guidance along the final approachcourse continues. Do NOT follow this extended
course. Follow published missed approachprocedures using the OBS key to initiate themissed approach sequence.

Palmdale (CA) AF Plant 42
VOR/DME or GPS Rwy 25










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There are three different types of course from fix legs:
TYPE 1: Course from fix to distance, or Course
from fix to DME distanceCourse from fix to distance legs appears in the flightplan like normal waypoints, but the destination namealways begins with a "D", followed by a distance intenths of nautical miles from the waypoint fix. This
example uses the VOR/DME RWY 25 approach into
Palmdale, California (KPMD) and includes a teardrop
course reversal.
1.

As you cross the MAP, “SUSP” appears above
the OBS key, indicating that the automatic
waypoint sequencing is suspended.

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As you reach the initial approach fix (PMD),
a waypoint alert (“Right to 072° in x sec”)
appears in the lower right corner of the screen.
As the distance to the IAF approaches zero, thealert is replaced by a turn advisory (“Right to072° now”). Dial the outbound course into the
CDI (or HSI) using the OBS knob and initiate astandard rate turn to this course heading.

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As the distance to the IAF approaches zero,
the waypoint alert is replaced by a turnadvisory (“Right to 072° in x sec”). Initiate astandard rate turn to this course heading.

2.

3.

At 13.0 NM from the IAF, a waypoint alert
appears (“Next DTK 265° in x sec”). Make astandard rate turn to intercept the approachcourse.

Fly the outbound course, keeping the CDI
needle centered. You are now on the “course
from fix to distance” leg, as shown on the
Active Flight Plan and Default NAV Pages.
Note the magenta line in the bottom figure,which represents the currently active leg of
the approach. The distance (DIS) displayed on
the above screens is TO the “D13.0” point. The
flight plan automatically sequences to the nextleg upon reaching “D13.0”.
At 13.0 NM from the IAF, a waypoint alert(“Next DTK 265° in x sec”) appears in thelower right corner of the screen. Make a standard rate turn to the right to intercept the final
approach course and watch for the CDI needle
to begin to center.

4.

5.

6.
7.

8.

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As you approach the intermediate fix (CF25),
a waypoint alert (“Next DTK 265° in x sec”)
appears. Make any necessary course adjustments.
When within 45° of the final approach course(past CF25), the 500W-series unit switchesfrom terminal mode to approach mode.
(“LNAV” appears in the lower left corner ofthe screen — replacing “TERM”.) CDI scaling
will be tightened from 1.0 to 0.3 NM full scale
deflection, or 2° full scale deflection, whichever is less at the FAF, and as defined for theapproach. The change occurs over 2 NM andis completed by the FAF.
As you approach the FAF, “Next DTK 265° inx sec” appears in the lower right corner of thescreen.
As you cross the FAF, the destination sequences
to the MAP (MA25). With the CDI needle
centered, fly toward the MAP, observing thealtitude minimums dictated by the approach
plate.
As you approach the MAP, a waypoint alert(“Arriving at waypoint”) appears in the lower
right corner of the screen. CDI scaling continues
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9.

to tighten from 0.3 NM to 350 feet, full-scale
deflection.
As you cross the MAP, “SUSP” appears
above the OBS key, indicating that automaticsequencing of approach waypoints is suspended at the MAP. If a missed approach is
required, use the OBS key to initiate the missed
approach sequence, as outlined below.

MISSED APPROACH:
Palmdale (CA) USAF Plant 42
VOR/DME or GPS Rwy 25









DO NOT USE FOR NAVIGATIONMISSED APPROACH
Climb to 5000’ outboundvia PMD
VOR R-282, then climbing
RIGHT
turn to 7000’ direct PMD
VOR andhold.

As you cross the MAP, “SUSP” appears above the OBS key,indicating that automatic sequencing of approach waypoints
is suspended at the MAP. Press OBS to initiate a missed approach.

1.

After crossing the MAP, press the OBS key. The
missed approach sequence is automaticallyoffered, starting with the “course from fix toaltitude” leg. The “Next DTK 282° in x sec”
waypoint alert appears in the lower right cornerof the screen. Follow the missed approach procedures, as published on your approach plate,
for proper climb and heading instructions.

2.

Note that within a few seconds of pressing
OBS to release suspend mode and start the
missed approach sequence, “SUSP” re-appears
above the OBS key as the 500W-series unit
returns to suspend mode. This is normal when
flying a “course from fix to altitude” leg andindicates that automatic leg sequencing issuspended.

TYPE 2: Course from fix to altitude

Course from fix to altitude legs shows the specifictarget altitude on the Active Flight Plan and Default
NAV Pages. The missed approach sequence for the
Palmdale VOR/DME RWY 25 approach includes acourse from fix to altitude leg. In this instance, theleg corresponds to the initial phase of the missed
approach, which reads “Climb to 5000’ outbound via
PMD VOR R-282”.

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speed and distance from PMD VOR. Intercept
and fly the inbound course, keeping the CDI
needle centered.
6.

Within a few seconds of pressing OBS tostart the missed approach, “SUSP” re-appears above the OBS key.
NOTE: If there is a valid baro-corrected pressure altitude
input, the SUSP is not annunciated and the leg sequences
automatically when the altitude (5,000 ft) is reached.

3.
4.

Fly the outbound course keeping the CDI needle
centered. The Map Page depicts the flight pathextending from PMD VOR to 5,000 feet.
Upon reaching the desired altitude (5000’),
press the OBS key to return to automatic leg
sequencing. Confirm that “SUSP” no longer
appears directly above the OBS key.

An alert message recommends the holding pattern entry procedure (e.g., “Holdparallel”).

7.

Note that the 500W-series unit again displays “SUSP” above the OBS key. Automatic
waypoint sequencing is suspended at the
missed approach holding point. A waypoint
alert (“Arriving at waypoint”) appears in thelower right corner of the screen each time you
approach PMD VOR in the holding pattern.

8.

When leaving the holding pattern, press the
PROC key to reactivate the approach or selecta different approach, or press direct-to toselect another destination.

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Upon reaching the desired altitude, press OBS to return toautomatic leg sequencing. An alert message (“Next DTK 133°
in x sec”) appears guiding you to the inbound course.

5.

As you approach PMD VOR (the missed
approach holding point), an alert message
in the lower right-hand corner of the screen
recommends the holding pattern entry procedure (“Hold parallel”). As you fly the holding
pattern, a timer appears on the Default NAV
Page. The timer automatically resets on eachoutbound and inbound portion of the holding
pattern.

An alert (“Next DTK 133° in x sec”) appears
guiding you to the inbound course. The actual
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TYPE 3: Course from fix to manual sequence2.

Course from fix to manual sequence legs appears on
the Active Flight Plan and Map Pages with “man seq” inplace of a waypoint identifier. An example of this typeof course leg appears in the COASTAL TWO DEPARTURE from Westfield, Massachusetts (Barnes Muni).
The example leg corresponds to the departure leg from
Barnes Municipal and appears as follows on the Active
Flight Plan and Default NAV Pages:

As you depart the airfield, “Next DTK 026° inx sec” appears in the lower right corner of thescreen and “SUSP” appears directly above the
OBS key. You are now on the “course from fix
to manual sequence” leg. The distance displayed on the Active Flight Plan, Default NAV
and Map pages is FROM the waypoint fix (thedeparture runway, in this example).

COASTAL TWO DEPARTURE(CSTL2.CCC)
DEPARTING BARNES MUNI,

Fly assigned heading and altitude forradar vectors to
HFD VOR. Expect
clearance torequested flight level 10 minutes
after departure. From over
HFD VOR, proceed via the
HFD R-143 to Thumb Int, then via the
HTO R-010 toYoder Int, then via
the CCC R-057 to
CCC VOR. Then via
transition or assigned route.

As you depart the airfield, “Next DTK 026° in x sec” appears in
the lower right corner and “SUSP” appears above the OBS key.
Indicated distance increases and is FROM the waypoint fix.

3.

Fly the outbound course keeping the CDI needle
centered. Once you are cleared to sequence tothe next leg, press the OBS key. Confirm that
“SUSP” no longer appears directly above the
OBS key. An alert (“Next DTK 185° in x sec”)
appears in the lower right corner of the screen
to guide you to the next waypoint (HFD VOR).
The actual desired track (DTK) depends on yourground speed and distance from HFD VOR.

4.

Once the OBS key is pressed, the 500W-series
unit automatically sequences to each waypoint
along the remainder of the departure route,including the selected transition.

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1.

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Select the departure (CSTL2) from the Procedures Page. Then select the departure
runway (RW02, in this example) and transition(GEDIC).
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1.2NM

1.2NM

15NM

GPS

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VLOC

GPS
VLOC

Once cleared to the next leg, press OBS. An
alert appears indicating the desired track andthe unit sequences to the next waypoint.

2NM

MANUALFAF

ILS Approaches

Precision ILS approaches can be performed with
the GNS 530W’s built-in VLOC (VOR/localizer/
glideslope) receivers. The GPS receiver can be used for
guidance prior to reaching the final approach fix, but
once there, the proper frequency must be selected on
the VLOC window (left side of screen) and the CDI
output set to “VLOC”.

The GNS 530W can use its internal GPS
receiver to guide you on the initial portionof an ILS approach. At this stage “GPS” isindicated above the CDI key.
NOTE: GPS level of service annunciations (LPV, ENR,etc.) are not applicable to the external CDI (or HSI)
when VLOC is active.

The GNS 530W can be set to automatically switch
the external CDI output from GPS to VLOC as you
intercept the final approach course (if used with a
KAP140/KFC225 autopilot, you will need to manuallyenable outputs). See instructions at the end of this section. When the ILS approach is activated (and the correct ILS frequency is active in the VLOC window), the
GNS 530W automatically switches within 1.2 NM leftor right of the final approach course. This switch cantake place anywhere from 2.0 to 15.0 NM from the FAF.
The illustration above shows both multiple locations along the approach path and the CDI selectionthat you can expect: GPS or VLOC. Within the areaof the shaded box, the automatic switch from GPS to
VLOC should occur.

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NOTE: If you attempt to intercept the approach course
at a distance less than 2.0 NM from the FAF, the GNS
530W does not automatically switch the CDI to VLOC.
In this case, press the CDI key to manually switch fromGPS to VLOC.

The automatic switch from GPS to VLOC is not
immediate, but instead occurs gradually to prevent
abrupt CDI changes when coupled to an autopilot. The
CDI selection can also be changed manually by pressing the CDI key. Once the switch from GPS to VLOC
has occured, either automatically or manually, it does
not automatically switch again until the approach isreactivated or another approach is selected. To prevent
automatic ILS CDI selection, choose the “Manual” ILS
CDI setting (the factory default setting is “Auto”, whichenables the automatic switch to VLOC) - see AUX- Setup 1.

Selecting an ILS Approach

For this example, we’ll use a flight from Laughlin
Bullhead (Arizona) International (KIFP) to Flagstaff Pulliam (KFLG) and select the ILS runway 21
approach. “SHUTR” intersection is selected as the IAF,
which includes an outbound leg and a procedure turn.
Of course, vectors-to-final could also be selected, as
previously described for the non-precision approach
examples.
Flagstaff (AZ) Pulliam
ILS DME Rwy 21

DO NOT USE FORNAVIGATION

Within the shaded area of the previous runway illustration, the GNS 530W automaticallyswitches the external CDI to the GNS 530W’s
internal VLOC receiver. “VLOC” appears
above the CDI key.

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1.

Select Flagstaff Pulliam (KFLG) as your destination, via the direct-to key or as the last
waypoint in a flight plan.

2.

Press the PROC key and select the “ILS 21”
approach.

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simply press the VLOC flip-flop key to place it in theactive frequency field.
Flying the ILS Approach

Once the destination airport is selected (using direct-to or an active flight plan), press
PROC and choose the “Select Approach”
option.

3.

From the transitions window, select “SHUTR”
as the IAF. Also, select “Load?” (or “Activate?”,if already cleared for the approach).

When you “Activate?” an ILS approach, automatic
switching of the external CDI is enabled (unlessturned off from the CDI/Alarms Page). When you areestablished on the inbound course to the FAF (andwithin 45°), the external CDI guidance automaticallyswitches from “GPS” (shown in green text) to “VLOC”(shown in white text). If you have forgotten to activate
the ILS frequency (step #4 below), automatic selection of“VLOC” does not occur.



31nm (from airport)

Once the approach is selected (by name), a
pop-up window asks you to select the appropriate transition (“SHUTR” intersection, in
this example).

4.








DO NOT USE FORNAVIGATION

A reminder message appears, indicating that
GPS can only be used for approach monitoring.
As mentioned previously, you need to use the
VLOC receiver for this approach. Press ENT to
acknowledge the message.

1.

When you “Load?” (or “Activate?”) an ILS
approach, the ILS frequency is automatically placed in thestandby field of the VLOC window. To use this frequency,

Within 31 NM of KFLG, the unit switches fromen route mode to terminal mode and the CDI
scale transitions from 2.0 to 1.0 NM, full scale
deflection.

2.

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to do so when cleared for the approach. See“Approaches with Procedure Turns” in thissection, step #4 for a description of this operation.
3.

As you approach the IAF (SHUTR), a waypoint
alert (“Left to 032° in x sec”) appears in thelower right corner of the screen.
“Right to 075° in 7 sec” appears in the lower
right corner of the screen to remind you toinitiate the procedure turn.

8.

As you approach the IAF, “Left to 032° inx sec” appears, followed by “Left to 032°
now” when it’s time to begin the turn to theoutbound course.

4.

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Turn right to a heading of 075° to initiate theprocedure turn. Messages displayed during
turn provide roll steering guidance. (The procedure turn is displayed on the Map Page andindicated as the active leg on the Default NAV
and Active Flight Plan pages.) The external CDI
needle starts moving to the left.



If you haven’t already done so, press the VLOC
flip-flop key to activate the ILS frequency.
If you forget this step, the unit displays areminder message (within 2 NM of the FAF)
to activate the ILS frequency.

5.

As the distance (DIS) to the IAF approaches
zero, the alert is replaced by a turn advisory(“Left to 032° now”).

6.

Fly the outbound course (030°), keeping theneedle centered on the external CDI (or HSI).

7.

Once you have flown approximately one minutepast SHUTR intersection, the alert message“Right to 075° in x sec” appears in the lower
right corner of the screen (if you haven’t
already begun the procedure turn).
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9.

After approximately one minute, a message
will appear for turn advisory (“Left to 255°
in x sec”) to intercept the ILS. The GNS 530W
sequences to the inbound leg and “Left to 210°
now” appears in the lower right corner of thescreen. CDI coupling automatically switchesfrom the “GPS” receiver to the “VLOC” receiver
as you complete the inbound turn. (If the ILS
frequency has not been activated, per step #4,
this automatic CDI switch does not occur.)

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11. As you approach the FAF (SHUTR), “LNAV”
appears in the lower left corner of the screen— indicating a CDI scale transition fromTERM to approach scaling. This scale transition applies only to the Default NAV Page’s
on-screen CDI, since the external CDI or HSI is
now coupled to the VLOC receiver.

NOTE: From this point on, primary navigation isprovided by the VLOC receiver. You may continue
to use the GPS receiver for supplemental navigation guidance only. If automatic CDI switching is
disabled (“Manual” selected), the reminder message “Select VLOC on CDI for approach” appears
at 2.0 NM prior to the FAF. In this instance, youmust press CDI to manually switch CDI output tothe VLOC receiver and continue the approach.

As you approach the FAF, a waypoint alert
appears indicating that “Next DTK 210° in
x sec. .

12. Also as you approach SHUTR, a waypoint alert(“Next DTK 210° in x sec”) appears in thelower right corner of the screen.
13. As you cross SHUTR, the destination sequences
to the MAP (“RW21”, the runway threshold).
With the needle on the external CDI (or HSI)
centered, fly toward the MAP, observing thealtitude minimums dictated by the approach
plate.

The GNS 530W automatically switches fromthe GPS receiver to the VLOC receiver as you
complete the turn inbound. The annunciator
above the CDI key switches from “GPS” to“VLOC”.

10. As the CDI needle starts to center, make aleft turn to 210° to track the ILS approachcourse.

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NOTE: When viewing the Map Page, you’ll notethat the final course segment is displayed inmagenta (the active leg of the flight plan always
appears in magenta) and a dashed line extends
the course beyond the MAP.

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course. Follow published missed approachprocedures using the OBS key to initiate themissed approach sequence.

DO NOT USE FORNAVIGATIONAs you cross the MAP, “SUSP” appears above
the OBS key. To execute the missed approach,press OBS and follow the published missed
approach procedures.

14. As you approach the MAP, a waypoint alert(“Arriving at waypoint”) appears in the lower
right corner.

As you approach the MAP, “Arriving at waypoint” appears in
the lower right corner of the screen.

15. As you cross the MAP, “SUSP” appears
above the OBS key, indicating that automatic sequencing of approach waypoints issuspended at the MAP. A “FROM” indication112

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NOTE: In addition to using the OBS key to initiate the missed approach sequence, you may wish
to press the CDI key to manually switch external
CDI output to the GPS receiver. “GPS” is indicated above the CDI key.

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Flying the LPV Approach

Selecting an LPV Approach

For this example, we’ll use a flight from Eugene
Oregon (KEUG) to Salem, Oregon (KSLE) and selectthe RNAV runway 31 approach. “GLORR” intersection is selected as the IAF. Of course, vectors-to-final
could also be selected, as previously described for the
non-precision approach examples. An approach plateis shown on the following page.
1.

With Salem (KSLE) as your destination in yourflight plan, press the PROC key and selectthe “RNAV 31 Z (GPS)” approach and press
ENT.

2.

From the transitions field, select “GLORR” as
the IAF and press ENT.

3.

Select “Load?” and press ENT to add theapproach to the active flight plan. Review and
execute the modified flight plan.

4.

Go direct to GLORR when cleared “Direct
GLORR” for the approach.

1.

Within 31 NM of KSLE, the GNS 500W Series
unit switches from en route mode to terminal
mode and the CDI scale transitions from 2.0
to 1.0 NM, full scale deflection.

2.

As you approach the IAF (GLORR), a waypoint
message (“Left to 314° in x sec”) appears on
the bottom of the screen.

3.

As the distance (DIS) to the IAF approaches
zero, the message is replaced by a turn advisorythat counts down 10 seconds prior to the turn.

4.

As you approach the FAF (LOTKE), the GNS
500W-series unit will gradually transition to anangular CDI scale. This allows the approach to
be flown in an identical fashion to a standard
Localizer or ILS approach. At 2.0 NM from the
FAF, CDI scaling is tightened from 1.0 NM to
the angular full scale deflection (typically the
angular full-scale deflection is 2.0°, but will be
as defined for the approach).

As you approach the FAF (LOTKE), a waypoint
alert (“Next DTK 313° in x sec”) appears in thelower right corner of the display reminding
you to begin the turn.

5.

Sixty seconds prior to reaching the FAF (LOTKE),

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the unit will check the required Horizontal Alarm
Limit (HAL) and Vertical Alarm Limit (VAL) toensure the GPS position integrity is within limits
to complete the LPV precision approach. In
the event the HAL or VAL limits are exceeded,
the approach will be downgraded to a nonprecision approach indicated by “LNAV” on
the moving map, a message that the approachis downgraded (“Approach downgraded - Use
LNAV minima”), and the glideslope indicator
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using LNAV non-precision minimums if there are
LNAV minimums for this approach. In the rare
event the GPS integrity cannot meet the nonprecision HAL limits, the unit will send a message to the pilot to abort the approach (“Abort
Approach - Loss of Navigation”). The unit willrevert to terminal limits to support navigation
to the missed approach when the message isacknowledged. After the aircraft has passed
the FAF, a loss of WAAS integrity will cause theapproach to abort instead of downgrade.

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6.

Capture the glideslope as you would an ILS
glideslope.

7.

As you cross LOTKE, the destination sequences
to CUKEV and then the MAP (“RW31”, therunway threshold). With the needle on theexternal CDI (or HSI) centered, fly toward the
MAP, observing the altitude minimums dictatedby the approach plate.

After you cross the MAP and go to the MAHP,
follow the guidance provided.

After you cross the FAF (LOTKE), follow theguidance provided to the MAP (RW31).

8.

When viewing the Map Page, you’ll notethat the final course segment is displayedin magenta (the active leg of the flight plan
always appears in magenta).
9. As you approach the MAP, a waypoint message(“Next DTK 312° in x sec”) appears on thebottom of the screen.
10. Once the unit crosses the MAP (defined as
the runway end waypoint), sequencing will
be suspended. Prepare the aircraft for missed
approach operation. Press the OBS key tosequence to the Missed Approach procedure.

11. Fly the guidance provided by the unit to the
ARTTY intersection and hold.
Flying the LP Approach
LP approach capability is available for units with SW
Version 3.30, or later. After SW Version 5.10, some LP
approaches may provide advisory vertical guidance, indicated as LP +V.
An LP approach is flown similarly to an LNAV
approach, except the precision is greater as it utilizes
the WAAS accuracy. It has similar lateral accuracy
as an LPV approach. Angular scaling is similar to a
localizer approach. Most LP approaches have step
down altitudes associated with them.
If the approach is indicated as LP +V, advisory vertical guidance will be provided. This does not change
how the approach should be flown, and the pilot is
still responsible for descending to the correct altitudeat each step down. The approach still results in an
MDA and missed approach point.
1. Within 30 nautical miles of the destination, the500W-series unit switches from en route mode
to terminal mode and the CDI scale transitions
from 2.0 to 1.0 nautical miles, full scale deflection.

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2. As you approach the IAF, a turn direction message appears on the bottom of the screen.

constitute a downgrade, and the approach canstill be flown to LP minimums.

3. As the distance (DIST) to the IAF approaches
zero, the message is replaced by a time to turnadvisory that counts down 10 seconds prior to
the turn.

6. As you cross the FAF, the destination sequences
to the MAP. With the needle on the external
CDI (or HSI) centered, fly toward the MAP,
observing the altitude minimums dictated by
the approach plate.

4. As you approach the FAF, the 500W-series unit
will begin to automatically rescale in an angular fashion. This will allow the LP approach
to be flown in the same fashion as a standard
localizer approach. At 2.0 nautical miles fromthe FAF, CDI scaling is tightened from up toeither 2° or 0.3 nautical miles, full scale deflection, whichever is smaller.
5. Sixty seconds prior to reaching the FAF, the500W-series unit will check the required
Horizontal Alarm Limit (HAL) to ensure the GPS
position integrity is within limits to complete
the LP non-precision approach. In the event
the HAL limits are exceeded, the approach will
be downgraded, when available, indicated by“LNAV” on the moving map, otherwise theapproach will be aborted. A message will notethat the approach is downgraded and the NAV
indicator will be flagged. You may continue theapproach using LNAV non-precision minimums
if there are LNAV minimums for this approach.
In the rare event the GPS HAL limits cannot
meet non-precision limits, the 500W-series unit
will notify the pilot with a message to abort
the approach. The 500W-series unit will revert
to terminal limits of 1.0 NM to support navigation to the missed approach. If the approachis indicating an LP +V, it is possible that theadvisory vertical guidance could be removed
without annunciation due to the vertical guidance not being within tolerances. This does not
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7. When viewing the Map Page, you’ll note thatthe final course segment is displayed in magenta (the active leg of the flight plan always
appears in magenta).
8. As you approach the MAP, a waypoint message(“Arriving at Waypoint”) appears on the bottom of the screen.
9. At the MAP initiate the missed approach, if
necessary. Once the 500W-series unit crosses
the MAP, sequencing will be suspended. Prepare the aircraft for missed approach operation. Press the OBS key to sequence to theMissed Approach procedure.
NOTE: For missed approaches with heading legs, fly
manually until the first active course leg is reached, as
described in earlier sections.

10. Fly the guidance provided by the 500W-series
unit to the MAHP and hold.

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RNAV Approach Procedures

The 500W-series allows for flying LNAV, LNAV/VNAV, LNAV + V, LP, LP +V, and LPV approaches according to
the published chart.
HSI
Annunciation
L/VNAVLNAV
LNAV + V

LPV
LP
LP +V

Description

Minimums

Lateral Navigation/Vertical Navigation. RNAV non-precision approach with verticalguidance.
Lateral Navigation. RNAV non-precision approach.

Published LNAV/VNAV
minimums.
Published LNAV minimums.
Published LNAV minimums.

Lateral Navigation with Advisory Vertical Guidance. RNAV non-precision LNAV
approach with advisory vertical guidance. The glidepath is typically denoted by alight dashed line on the vertical profile (Jeppeson only) with an associated glidepath
angle (usually in the 3.00 degree range) and is provided to assist the pilot in maintaining a constant vertical glidepath, similar to an ILS glideslope.
Localizer Performance with Vertical guidance (LPV) approach.
RNAV precision approach.
LP indicates Localizer Performance with no vertical guidance.
LP +V indicates Localizer Performance with advisory vertical guidance. This annunciation is available in SW Ver 5.10, or later. This advisory guidance follows the same
nature as set by the LNAV +V as shown above.

Published LPV minimums.
Published LP minimums.
Published LP minimums.

NOTE: Minimums will be controlling, do not descend below applicable minimum descent altitude or decision height until
criteria of FAR 91.175 are met.

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Points to Remember
Points to Remember for ALL Approaches• The 500W-series unit is designed to complement
your printed approach plates and vastly improvesituational awareness throughout the approach.
However, you must always fly an approach as it appearson the approach plate.

• The active leg (or the portion of the approach currently in use) is depicted in magenta on the Map
Page. As you fly the approach, the 500W-series
unit automatically sequences through each leg of
the approach unless “SUSP” appears above the
OBS key. “SUSP” indicates that automatic sequencing of approach waypoints is suspended on thecurrent leg and normally appears at holding patterns and upon crossing the missed approach point(MAP).

the aircraft is on the “TO” side of the FAF and within
full-scale deflection. This is a new feature with the
500W-series.
• For all approaches and departures, make sure torecheck the runway, transition, and all waypoints.
If ATC directs you to make a change, recheck eachelement again.
Points to Remember for Localizer or VORbased Approaches• The default factory setting allows the CDI output toautomatically switch from the GPS receiver to the
LOC receiver. This may be changed to manual insome installations. If the “ILS CDI Selection” setting
is changed to “Manual”, you must determine when
to select “GPS” or “VLOC” guidance during theapproach. Remember, “VLOC” is required for the
final course segment from Final Approach Fix (FAF)
to MAP.

“SUSP” indicates that automatic sequencing
of approach waypoints is suspended. In someinstances “SUSP” automatically cancels (holding pattern entry). In other cases, press OBS to
manually cancel.

If the ILS CDI Capture setting is changed to“Manual”, you must select VLOC guidance
manually by pressing the CDI key.
NOTE: Installations with certain autopilots, such as the
KAP 140 and KFC225, do not allow automatic ILS CDI
switching.

• For roll steering autopilots: roll steering is terminatedwhen approach mode is selected on the autopilot andis available once the missed approach is initiated.
• If Vectors-to-Final is activated while on the “FROM”
side of the FAF, automatic waypoint sequencing issuspended and the SUSP annunciation will appear.
Automatic waypoint sequencing will resume once
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NOTE: GPS level of service annunciations (LPV, ENR,etc.) are not applicable to the external CDI (or HSI)
when VLOC is active.

• If the CDI output has not automatically switchedfrom GPS to ILS upon reaching the FAF, you must

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manually switch to the VLOC receiver by pressing
the CDI key. Verify that “VLOC” is displayed directly
above to the CDI key.
• Automatic switching of CDI output is available
for ILS, localizer, SDF and LDA approaches. Automatic CDI switching is not available for backcourse
approaches or VOR approaches.
• When flying an approach with the autopilot-coupled,
you must monitor system functions at all times andverify that the autopilot and external CDI (or HSI)
switch to the VLOC receiver with sufficient time tocapture and track the approach course. Switching
to “VLOC” late in the approach may not provide theautopilot enough time to respond and intercept theapproach course prior to the FAF (depending upon
the performance characteristics of your autopilot andaircraft). In such instances, you should manually fly
the approach or refer to the documentation provided
with your autopilot.
• When an ILS or VOR approach is first selected or
executed, the frequency is automatically checked.
If the frequency is correct, you will not receive amessage regarding the frequency. If the frequency isincorrect, you will receive a message and you must
place the ILS or VLOC frequency in the active frequency field.

When an ILS approach is first selected, the ILS frequency is automatically placed in the standby VLOC frequency field. Press
the VLOC flip-flop key to use this frequency.

• When flying a localizer-based approach(other than backcourse) with automatic CDI
switching enabled:
1. “GPS” guidance may be used while flying
outbound and on the initial portion of theprocedure turn.
2. “VLOC” guidance is used on the remainder of
the approach from the time you turn inboundon the procedure turn.
3.

The localizer frequency must be active to use“VLOC” guidance at the MAP. Press the CDI
key to switch back to GPS data when the missed
approach is initiated.
• When flying a localizer-based approach with automatic CDI switching disabled:“VLOC” must appear in the lower left corner(above the CDI key) in order to use the
VLOC receiver with your external CDI and
autopilot.

1.

You may select “VLOC” guidance at any pointon the approach prior to reaching the FAF.

2.

The localizer frequency must be active to use“VLOC” guidance.

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Enabling Autopilot Outputs
Enabling Autopilot Outputs for the King
KAP140/KFC225
Autopilot outputs for the King KAP140/KFC225
autopilots are activated manually by the pilot after being
prompted during the approach procedure. After enabling
outputs, the 500W-series unit will provide guidance
information consistent with what the autopilot expects(i.e., angular CDI scaling and glideslope capture for an
LPV or other vertically guided GPS approach).
Conditions for autopilot outputs

1.
2.

The 500W-series unit must be configured during
installation to interface with these autopilots andusing “Prompt” for GPS Select.
Guidance to the FAF is active as indicated by Approachmode annunciation (LNAV, LNAV+V, L/VNAV, LP +V, or
LPV).

4.

To enable autopilot outputs

1.
2.

3.

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Load and activate approach information as
usual.
When you are turned on course to the FAF (Trackand Desired Track are within 10°), a message
will prompt you to enable the autopilot outputs
before using your autopilot for an approach.

Press PROC. Highlight “Enable A/P APR Outputs?” with the large right knob, if necessary,and press ENT.

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Press the Approach button on the autopilot toswitch it to Approach mode. Your autopilot will
now use guidance from the 500W-series unit
for the approach.

6 - WPT PAGESWPT Page GroupWPT Page Group

Section 6
WPT Pages

To quickly select a WPT page:

Section 2 introduced the 500W-series unit main
page groups — NAV, WPT, AUX, NRST — anddescribed each page in the NAV group. This second
page group (WPT) provides information for the
thousands of airports, VORs, NDBs, intersections,runways, frequencies and procedures stored onyour Jeppesen NavData® card. A WPT page is also
provided to display information for up to 1,000
user-created waypoints.

1.

From any page, press and hold CLR to selectthe Default NAV Page. (You may skip this step
if you are already viewing any of the main
pages.)

2.

Turn the large right knob to select the WPTpage group. “WPT” appears in the lower rightcorner of the screen.

3.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
WPT page.

The WPT page group includes ten pages. While
viewing any WPT page, turn the small right knob toselect a different WPT page. The first six pages provide
detailed information for the selected airport: location, runways, frequencies, approaches, arrivals, anddepartures. The last four pages provide information forintersections, NDBs, VORs and user-created waypoints.
NAV

WPT

AUX

NRST

5+ available pages(see Section 2)

10 available pages(see list below)

3 available pages(see Section 9)

8 available pages(see Section 7)

Airport Location

Airport Runway

Airport Frequency

Airport Approach

Airport Arrival

Airport DepartureIntersection

NDB

VOR

User Waypoint

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Finding the Desired Airport
Finding the Desired Airport

Your 500W-series unit uses ICAO identifiers for all
airports. All U.S. airport identifiers which contain only
letters use the prefix “K”. For example, Los Angeles
International is KLAX under the ICAO standard. Other
airports, such as Otten Memorial (3VS), that contain
numbers in the identifier, do not require the “K”
prefix. Alaska, Hawaii and many foreign countries use
two letter prefixes.

4.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
character.

5.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the identifier isselected, then press ENT.

To remove the flashing cursor, press the small
right knob. If duplicate waypoints exist, see
the following pages for a description.
Airports, NDBs and VORs may be selected by
identifier, facility name or city location.
6.

If you encounter difficulty when selecting an airport, try retrieving the desired airport using the facility
name or the city in which it is located.
After a WPT page is selected, information for a
waypoint may be viewed by entering the identifier (orname) of the desired waypoint.

Enter a waypoint’s facility name or city location on the top or middle line of the “Facility,
City & Region” data field (this option applies
to airports, VORs and NDBs only).
To enter a waypoint facility name or city location:

Enter a waypoint identifier on the top lineof any WPT page (using the small and large
right knobs). Once entered, the database
information for the selected waypoint isdisplayed.
To enter a waypoint identifier:

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1.

Select the desired WPT page and press thesmall right knob to activate the cursor.

2.

Turn the small right knob to select the firstcharacter of the waypoint’s identifier.

3.

Turn the large right knob to select the next
character field.

1.

Select the Airport Location Page, NDB Page or
VOR Page from the WPT page group.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the large right knob to select the facility
name or location (city) field.

4.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
character.

5.

Turn the large right knob to select the next
character field.

6.

Repeat steps 4 and 5 until the facility name or
location is selected, then press ENT.

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Duplicate Waypoints
7.

To remove the flashing cursor, press the small
right knob.

Duplicate Waypoints

Once the identifier, facility name or location isentered, all six airport pages display information forthe selected airport. As you enter an identifier, facility
name or location, the Spell’N’Find™ feature scrolls
through the database, displaying those waypoints
matching the characters you have entered to that point.
If duplicate entries exist for the entered facility name or
location, additional entries may be viewed by continuing to turn the small right knob during the selection
process. If duplicate entries exist for an entered identifier, a duplicate waypoint page appears once you selectthe identifier (by pressing ENT).

To select a facility name or city location, where
duplicate entries exist:

1.
2.

3.

4.
5.

Select the desired facility name or location.
As you spell the facility name or location,using the small and large right knobs, the500W-series unit Spell’N’Find feature selects
the first entry in the database based upon thecharacters you have entered up to that point.
Continue turning the small right knob to scroll
through any additional database listings for theselected facility name or location. You can scroll
backwards with the small right knob if you
scroll past the desired facility name or location.
Press ENT to select the desired facility nameor location.
To remove the flashing cursor, press the small
right knob.

To select a waypoint identifier from a list of
duplicates:

When selecting a waypoint by identifier, aDuplicate Waypoints window may appear,
allowing you to select desired waypoint by
type and region.

1.
2.
When selecting a waypoint by facility name or city, you canscroll through duplicate entries by continuing to turn the small
right knob.

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Select the desired airport or navaid identifier.
A Duplicate Waypoints window appears. Turnthe large right knob to select the desired
waypoint and press ENT.
To remove the flashing cursor, press the small
right knob.
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Airport Location Page

The Airport Location Page displays the latitude,
longitude, and elevation of the selected airport. The
Airport Location Page also displays facility name andlocation, as well as fuel availability, best available
instrument approach, radar coverage and airspace type.
Identifier, Symbol
and Type• Radar —• Airspace —Radar coverage: Yes or No
Control environment: Class C,
CTA, TMA, TRSA, Class B or
none

Facility Name andLocation (City)
Field Elevation
Available Fuels

Radar Availability
Airspace TypeFirst Page in
WPT Group
Latitude/Longitude Best Available Approach
Positionand Radar Coverage

The following descriptions and abbreviations areused:• Type —Usage type: Public, Military,
Heliport, or Private• Position — Latitude/Longitude (degrees/minutes or degrees/minutes/seconds),
MGRS or UTM/UPS• Elevation — In feet or meters• Fuel —For public-use airports, theavailable fuel type(s) are: Avgas(80-87/100LL/100-130/Mogas),Jet, or None
• Approach — Best available approach: ILS, MLS,
LOC, LDA, SDF, GPS, VOR, RNAV(“RNV”), LORAN (“LOR”), NDB,TACAN (“TCN”), Helicopter(“HEL”), or VFR
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Airport Location Page indicating radar
coverage and airspace type. The Airport Location Page also indicates the best available
approach for the selected airport. To see
additional approach information, select the
Airport Approach Page.

NOTE: Upon active navigation changes, the active
destination airport is used as the default airport on the
WPT pages. Manual selection of the destination airport
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Airport Runways
Airport Location Page Options

Airport Runway Page

The Airport Runway Page displays runway designations, length, surface type and lighting for theselected airport. A map image of the runway layout
and surrounding area is also displayed on the Airport
Runway Page. The map image scale appears in thelower left corner and is adjustable using the RNG key.
For airports with multiple runways, information foreach runway is available.

Select Next FPL Apt?
Selecting the Next Airport page menu option
allows you to display the next waypoint in theflight plan.

Identifier, Symbol
and Type

Map ImageRunway Designations
Runway Lengthand Width

Select “Select Next FPL Apt?” to display thenext airport in the flight plan.

Runway Surface
Lighting Availability

Select Destination Apt?
Selecting the Destination Airport page menu option
allows you to display the Destination waypoint in
the flight plan.

Second Page in
WPT Group

To display information for each additional
runway:1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to place the cursor
on the “Runway” designation field.

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Select “Select Destination Apt?” to display
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Airport Runway Page Options

3.

Turn the small right knob to display a window
listing all runways for the selected airport.

Select Next FPL Apt?

4.

Continue turning the small right knob toselect the desired runway.

Select Destination Apt?

5.

Press ENT to display information for theselected runway on the Airport Runway Page.

6.

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To remove the flashing cursor, press the small
right knob.

As described earlier in this section.
As described earlier in this section.
To adjust the scale of the map image:1.

Press the down arrow side of the RNG key todisplay a smaller map area.

2.

Press the up arrow side of the RNG key todisplay a larger map area.

The following descriptions and abbreviations areused on the Airport Runway Page:• Type — Usage type: Public, Military, Heliport, orPrivate• Surface — Runway surface types include: Hard,
Turf, Sealed, Gravel, Dirt, Soft, Unknown, or Water• Lighting — Runway lighting types include: No
Lights, Part Time, Full Time, Unknown or Frequency (for pilot-controlled lighting)

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Airport Frequencies
Airport Frequency Page

The Airport Frequency Page displays radio frequencies and frequency types for the selected airport,
as well as sector and altitude restrictions (whereapplicable). If the selected airport has a localizer-based
approach, the localizer frequency(s) is also listed on
the Airport Frequency Page. The Airport Frequency
Page may be used to quickly select and tune a COM or
VLOC frequency.

To scroll through the frequency list and tune to adesired frequency on the list (tuning is only available
with the GNS 530W or 530AW):
Identifier, Symbol
Frequency Typeand Type
Selected
Frequency
Additional
information isavailable
Third Page in
WPT Group

Listed communication frequencies include
ATIS, clearance delivery, ground control,
tower, unicom, approach and departure. The“RX” next to ATIS identifies it as a “receive
only” frequency.

1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to scroll through thelist, placing the cursor on the desired frequency.
If there are more frequencies in the list than canbe displayed on the screen, a scroll bar along
the right-hand side of the screen indicateswhere you are within the list.

3.

Press ENT to place the selected frequency
in the standby field of the COM or VLOC
window.

4.

To remove the flashing cursor, press the small
right knob.

Some listed frequencies may include designations
for limited usage, as follows:“TX” - transmit only
“RX” - receive only
“PT” - part time frequency
Navigation frequencies for ILS and localizer(LOC) also appear on the list. A reversed “c”
is to the left of CTAF frequencies.

If a listed frequency has sector or altitude restrictions,the frequency is preceded by an “Info?” designation.

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To view usage restrictions for a frequency:

1.

Turn the large right knob to place the cursor
on the “Info?” designation directly to the leftof the desired frequency.

The following descriptions and abbreviations are usedon the Airport Frequency Page:• Usage type: Public, Military, Heliport, or Private• Frequency —Communication frequencies which may include
restrictions:
Approach

Arrival		Class BClass C		CTA		Departure
TMA		
When “Info? appears to the left of a displayed frequency, the frequency has usage
restrictions.

2.

Terminal

Communication frequencies without restrictions:
ATIS		ASOS		AWOS
Center		Press ENT to display the restriction information.

Clearance

Gate

Control		Ground		Helicopter
Multicom

Pre-taxi		RadarRamp		Other		Tower
Unicom			
Navigation frequencies:
ILS		

Airport Frequency Page Options

To display the usage restrictions, highlight“Info?” and press ENT. A pop-up window
displays the restriction information.

3.

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LOC

Select Next FPL Apt?
As described earlier in this section.

To return to the Airport Frequency Page, press
ENT.

Select Destination Apt?
As described earlier in this section.

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Airport Approaches
Airport Approach Page

The Airport Approach Page shows the available
approach procedures for the selected airport. Where
multiple initial approach fixes (IAFs) and feeder routes
are available, that information may also be displayed.
A map image provides a layout diagram for eachapproach and transition.
If a WAAS approach has been selected, the WAAS
approach ID is displayed in the top left corner of themap. The approach service level is shown in the lower
right corner of the map. Service level annunciations
available are: LP, LPV, LP +V, L/VNAV, LNAV+V, or
LNAV.
WAAS
approachID

Identifier, Symbol
and Type

Approach
Procedure NameWith the cursor on the“APPROACH” name field, turn the small rightknob to select the desired procedure andpress ENT.

4.

Press ENT. The cursor moves to the transitions(TRANS) field.

5.

Turn the small right knob to display a windowof available transitions. Continue turning
the small right knob to select the desiredtransition or select “VECTORS” for guidance
only along the final course segment of theapproach.

Transitions: IAFs,
Feeder Routes andVectors-to-Final

WAAS service level
Map Image

Fourth Page in
WPT Group

To scroll through the available approaches andtransitions:

1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to place the cursor
on the APPROACH procedure name field.

3.

Turn the small right knob to display a windowof available approaches for the selected airport.
Continue turning the small right knob toselect the desired approach.

With the cursor on the “TRANS” field, turnthe small right knob to select the desiredtransition. Select “VECTORS” for guidance
only along the final course segment of theapproach.

6.

Press ENT. To remove the flashing cursor, press
the small right knob.

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Airport Approach Options
NOTE: Not all approaches in the database are approved for GPS use. As you select an approach, a“GPS” designation to the right of the procedure nameindicates the procedure can be flown using the GPS receiver. Some procedures do not have this designation,
meaning the GPS receiver may be used for supplemental navigation guidance only. ILS approaches, forexample, must be flown by tuning the VLOC receiver tothe proper frequency and coupling the VLOC receiver tothe external CDI (or HSI).

Airport Approach Page Options

The following options are available for the Airport
Approach Page, by pressing the MENU key:
Load into Active FPL? allows you to load theselected approach into the active flight plan —without activating it. This performs the same
operation as selecting “Load?” from the Procedures
Page “Select Approach?” option.
To load an approach from the Airport Approach
Page:

1.

Select the desired approach and transition.

2.

Press MENU to display the Airport Approach
Page Options.

From the Airport Approach Page, press MENU to display an options list. Select “Load into Active FPL?” to load the approach
for later use.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “Loadinto Active FPL?” and press ENT.

4.

The Active Flight Plan Page appears. Press FPL
to return to the Airport Approach Page.

Load and Activate? allows you to load theselected approach into the active flight plan andactivate navigation guidance to the approachtransition.

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Airport Approach Options
To load and activate an approach from the Airport
Approach Page, follow the steps above, but select“Load and Activate?” in step #3.

To select an approach channel from the Airport
Approach Page:

1.

Press MENU to display the Airport Approach
Page Options.

2.

Turn the small or large right knob to highlight “Select Approach Chnl? and then press
ENT.

3.

Turn the small right knob to change values
and the large right knob to move the cursor.
After selecting the WAAS approach channel,press ENT.

4.

Select the desired transition and press ENT.

Select “Load and Activate?” to immediately
begin using the approach waypoints fornavigation guidance.

Select Approach Chnl? allows you to select thechannel number for a WAAS approach for thecurrent destination. The channel number for the
WAAS approach is available from an approved
approach chart.
If duplicate numbers are available for a channel,
a list will be available where you may select thedesired approach.

To select the next FPL airport from the Airport
Approach Page:

As described earlier in this section.
To select the Destination airport from the Airport
Approach Page:

As described earlier in this section.

After selecting “Select Approach Chnl?”,choose the WAAS channel number for thecurrent destination.

After selecting the Approach Channel, the WAAS
approach ID will be shown in the top left corner ofthe map display.
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Airport Arrivals
Airport Arrival Page

3.

The Airport Arrival Page shows the available
Airport Standard Terminal Arrival (STAR) proceduresfor the selected airport. Where multiple transitions
or runways are associated with the arrival procedure,that information may also be displayed. A map image
provides a layout diagram for each arrival, transition
and runway.

Turn the small right knob to display awindow of available arrivals for the selected
airport. Continue turning the small rightknob to select the desired arrival.

4.

Press ENT. The cursor moves to the transitions(TRANS) field.

5.

Turn the small right knob to display a windowof available transitions. Continue turning thesmall right knob to select the desired transition.

Identifier, Symbol
and Type

Map Image
ArrivalProcedure NameTransitions
Runways Associatedwith Arrival
Fifth Page in
WPT Group

To scroll through the available arrivals:

1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to place the cursor
on the “ARRIVAL” procedure name field.

With the cursor on the “TRANS” field, turnthe small right knob to display a list of available transitions.

6.

Press ENT. The cursor moves to the runway
field.

7.

Turn the small right knob to display awindow of available runways. Continue turning the small right knob to select the desired
runway.

With the cursor on the “ARRIVAL” field, turnthe small right knob to display a list of available arrival procedures.

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From the Airport Arrival Page, press MENU
to display an options list. “Load into Active
FPL?” allows you to add the arrival procedure
to your flight plan for later use.

With the “RUNWAY” field highlighted, turnthe small right knob to select the desired
runway. Many arrivals apply to all runways fora particular airport, as indicated by “ALL”.
NOTE: “ALL” may appear in the runway field, indicating the arrival procedure applies to all runways. For
airports with parallel runways, “B” may appear at theend of the runway designation to indicate the arrival
procedure applies to both runways.

8.

3.

Press ENT to select the “Load into Active FPL?”
option.

4.

The Active Flight Plan Page appears. Press FPL
to return to the Airport Arrival Page.
NOTE: Loading an arrival procedure into the active
flight plan does NOT automatically alter the active
flight plan leg or direct-to navigation. Once loaded, thearrival is simply placed at the end of the flight plan. To
manually transition to a loaded arrival, please see theprocedure below (an alternative method would be toremove the first occurrence of the destination airport
identifier).

Press ENT. To remove the flashing cursor, press
the small right knob.

Airport Arrival Page Options

The following option is available for the Airport
Arrival Page, by pressing the MENU key:
Load into Active FPL? allows you to load theselected arrival into the active flight plan. This is
identical to loading an arrival procedure from theProcedures Page.
To load an arrival procedure from the Airport
Arrival Page:

Select Next FPL Apt?
As described earlier in this section.
Select Destination Apt?
As described earlier in this section.

1.

Select the desired arrival, transition and runway
using the steps above.

2.

Press MENU to display the Airport Arrival Page
Options.

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Airport Departures
To manually transition to a loaded arrival procedure:

1.

From the Active Flight Plan Page, press thesmall right knob to activate the cursor andscroll down through the list of loaded arrival
waypoints.

2.

When the desired loaded arrival waypoint ishighlighted, press the direct-to key, thenpress ENT to highlight the 'Activate?' prompt(note that any loaded arrival waypoint may be
selected).

3.

Airport Departure Page

The Airport Departure Page shows the available
Airport Departure Procedures (DPs; also referred to as
SIDs) for the selected airport. Where multiple runways
or transitions are associated with the departure procedure, that information may also be displayed. A map
image provides a layout diagram for each departure,
runway and transition.
Identifier, Symbol
and Type

Map Image
Departure
Procedure Name

Press ENT again to confirm activation.

Runways Associatedwith Departure
Transitions
Sixth Page in
WPT Group
To scroll through the available departures:

1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to place the cursor
on the departure (DEP) procedure name field.

With the cursor on the “DEP” field, turn thesmall right knob to display a list of available
departure procedures.

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Airport Departures
3.

Turn the small right knob to display a windowof available departures for the selected airport.
Continue turning the small right knob toselect the desired departure.

4.

Press ENT. The cursor moves to the runway
field.

5.

Turn the small right knob to display awindow of available runways. Continue turning the small right knob to select the desired
runway.

With the “TRANS” field highlighted, turnthe small right knob to select the desiredtransition.

8.

Press ENT. To remove the flashing cursor, press
the small right knob.

Airport Departure Page Options

The following option is available for the Airport
Departure Page, by pressing the MENU key:
Load into Active FPL?
With the cursor on the “RUNWAY” field, turnthe small right knob to display a list of available runways.

As described earlier in this section.

NOTE: “ALL” may appear in the runway field, indicating the departure procedure applies to all runways.
For airports with parallel runways, “B” may appear
at the end of the runway designation to indicate thedeparture procedure applies to both runways.

As described earlier in this section.

Select Next FPL Apt?

6.

Press ENT. The cursor moves to the transitions(TRANS) field.

7.

Turn the small right knob to display a windowof available transitions. Continue turning thesmall right knob to select the desired transition.

Select Destination Apt?
As described earlier in this section.

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To load a departure procedure from the Airport
Departure Page:

1.

Select the desired departure, runway and transition using the steps above.

2.

Press MENU to display the Airport Departure
Page Options.

Intersection Page

The Intersection Page displays the latitude, longitude, region and country for the selected intersection.
The Intersection Page also displays the identifier, radialand distance from the nearest VOR, VORTAC or VOR/
DME. There are no options for the Intersection page.
The following descriptions and abbreviations are used:
Nearest VOR and Symbol
Identifier andSymbolRegion/Country
Latitude/Longitude
Position

From the Airport Departure Page, press
MENU to display an options list. “Load into
Active FPL?” allows you to add the departure
procedure to the beginning of your flightplan.

Seventh Page in
WPT Group

Radial and Distancefrom Nearest VOR

3.

Press ENT to select the “Load into Active FPL?”
option.

• Position — Latitude/Longitude (degrees/minutes or degrees/minutes/seconds),
MGRS or UTM/UPS

4.

The Active Flight Plan Page appears. Press FPL
to return to the Airport Departure Page.

• RAD —

Radial from nearest VOR in degrees
magnetic or degrees true (depending upon unit configuration)• DIS —

Distance from nearest VOR, in
nautical miles/statute miles/kilometers (depending upon unit configuration)

NOTE: The VOR displayed on the Intersection Page
is the nearest VOR, not necessarily the VOR used todefine the intersection.

Intersections may only be selected by identifier.

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NDBs
NDB Page

The NDB page displays the facility name, city,
region/country, latitude and longitude for the selected
NDB. The NDB page also displays the frequency and aweather broadcast indication (if applicable). There areno options for the NDB page. The following descriptions and abbreviations are used:
Identifier andSymbolLatitude/Longitude
Position
Facility Name, Cityand Region/Country

To display information for an NDB, highlightthe identifier field. Then use the small andlarge right knobs to enter the NDB’s
identifier.

Frequency and Weather
Broadcast Indication
Eighth Page in
WPT Group• Symbol —For a graphic illustration ofavailable NDB symbols, see Sec 2- Nav Pages - Map Page

• Position —Latitude/Longitude (degrees/
minutes or degrees/minutes/seconds), MGRS or UTM/UPS• FREQ —Frequency in kilohertz (kHz)• Wx Brdcst — Weather information is broadcast
on the selected facility’s frequency
NDBs may be selected by identifier, facility nameor location (city).

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VORs
VOR Page

The VOR Page displays the facility name, city,
region/country, magnetic variation, latitude and longitude for the selected VOR. The VOR Page also displays the frequency and a weather broadcast indication(if applicable). There are no options for the VOR page.
The following descriptions and abbreviations are used:

VORs may be selected by identifier, facility nameor location (city). The VOR Page may also be used toquickly tune the VLOC receiver to the selected VOR’s
frequency.

Identifier andSymbolFacility Name, Cityand Region/Country
Latitude/Longitude
Position
Magnetic
Variation

Frequency
and Weather
Broadcast
Indication

Ninth Page in
WPT Group• Symbol —See Section 2 Nav Pages - Map
Page for a graphic illustration ofavailable VOR symbols• VAR —

Magnetic variation in degrees• Position —Latitude/Longitude (degrees/
minutes or degrees/minutes/seconds), MGRS or UTM/UPS• FREQ —Frequency in megahertz (MHz)• Wx Brdcst — Weather information is broadcast
on the selected facility’s frequency

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To display information for a VOR, highlightthe identifier field. Then use the small andlarge right knobs to enter the VOR’s
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User Waypoints
To select a VOR frequency from the VOR Page:

User Waypoint Page

1.

Select the VOR Page from the WPT pagegroup.

2.

Press the small right knob momentarily toplace the cursor on the VOR identifier field. If
you wish to select another VOR, use the small
and large right knobs and press ENT whenfinished.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thefrequency field and press ENT to place thefrequency in the standby field of the VLOC
window.

In addition to the airport, VOR, NDB and intersection information contained in your Jeppesen NavData®
card, the 500W-series unit allows you to store up to
1,000 user-defined waypoints. The User Waypoint
Page displays the waypoint name (up to five characters long), identifier and radial from two reference
waypoints, distance from one reference waypoint,along with the user waypoint’s latitude/longitude position.
User Waypoint
Name

Reference Waypoint
Information
Latitude/Longitude
Position
Create/Modify
Action Field
Tenth Page in
WPT Group

Using the large right knob, highlight the
VOR’s frequency and press ENT to place thefrequency in the standby VLOC frequency
field.

4.

To activate the standby VLOC frequency, press
the VLOC flip-flop key.

To display information for a user waypoint,
highlight the name field. Then use the small
and large right knobs to enter the waypoint
name.

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Creating User Waypoints
The following descriptions and abbreviations
appear on the User Waypoint Page:• REF WPT — Reference waypoint identifier(name)• RAD —

Radial from reference waypoint,
in degrees magnetic or degrees
true (depending upon unit configuration)• DIS —

Distance from reference
waypoint, in nautical miles/statute miles/kilometers (depending
upon unit configuration)• Position —Latitude/Longitude (degrees/
minutes or degrees/minutes/seconds), MGRS or UTM/UPS

Use the small and large right knobs to entera name for the new waypoint. When youpress ENT, your present position automatically appears in the “Position” field.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight theposition field at the bottom of the page.

User waypoints may only be selected by name(identifier).
Creating User Waypoints

User waypoints may be created from the User
Waypoint Page or the Map Page. To create a newuser waypoint, simply enter its name (identifier) andposition, or reference another waypoint by radial anddistance.
To create a new user waypoint by entering its
latitude/longitude position:

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1.

With the User Waypoint Page displayed, press
the small right knob to activate the cursor.

2.

Use the small and large right knobs to entera name for the new waypoint and press ENT.
Your present position appears in the position
field at the bottom of the page. To create awaypoint at your present position, turn thelarge right knob to highlight “Create?” andskip to step #6.

To enter a different position, highlight theposition field and use the small and large
right knobs to enter the new position coordinates.

4.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter the
position coordinates for the new waypoint.

5.

Press ENT to accept the selected position.

6.

The cursor moves to “Create?”. Press ENT to
add the new waypoint to memory.

7.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

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Creating User Waypoints
To create a new user waypoint by referencing an
existing waypoint:

1.

With the User Waypoint Page displayed, press
the small right knob to activate the cursor.

2.

Use the small and large right knobs toenter a name for the new waypoint and press
ENT.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the firstreference waypoint (REF WPT) field.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter the name of thereference waypoint. Press ENT and the cursor moves to theradial (RAD) field.

NOTE: The 500W-series units allow you to create a new user waypoint at a defined radial anddistance from your present position. To reference
your present position, follow the steps above,
but press CLR in step #4. “P.POS” appears in thereference waypoint (REF WPT) field to indicatethat radial and distance information references
your present position.
The second reference waypoint field (REF WPT)
is a temporary reference only — not a reference that is stored with the user waypoint. You
may also use this in conjunction with the firstreference waypoint to create a position using theintersection of two radials. By default, this field
displays a radial from the nearest VOR. However,you can select any waypoint — by identifier— to use as a reference in this field.
Your 500W-series unit can store user-defined
waypoints which are generated from other equipment in your panel. For example, an EFIS equippedwith joystick inputs can be used to create user
waypoints which (if your installation supports this)automatically transfer to your 500W-series unit.

6.

The cursor moves to the distance (DIS) field.
Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the distance from the reference waypoint to the
new user waypoint. Press ENT to accept the
selected distance.

7.

Turn the large right knob to highlight“Create?” and press ENT.

8.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

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4.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the identifier of the reference waypoint. The
reference waypoint can be an airport, VOR,NDB, intersection or another user waypoint.
Press ENT to accept the selected identifier.

5.

The cursor moves to the radial (RAD) field. Use
the small and large right knobs to enter
the radial from the reference waypoint to the
new user waypoint. Press ENT to accept the
selected radial.

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Creating User Waypoints
Creating User Waypoints from the Map Page

The Map Page and panning target pointer provide aquick means of saving your present position as a userdefined waypoint.

To capture and save your present position as auser waypoint:

1.

With the Map Page displayed, press the small
right knob to activate the panning function.
The target pointer appears at your present
position.

2.

Press ENT to capture the pointer’s position anddisplay the User Waypoint Page.

The Map Page can be used to create a user
waypoint, by panning to the desired locationand pressing ENT.

From the Nav Map Page, press ENT to mark alocation for a User Wpt.

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3.

A four-digit number is automatically assigned
as the waypoint’s name. If the cursor is touching a named feature, an abbreviation of thefeature name will be offered for the User
waypoint name. To change this name, turn thelarge right knob to highlight the name field,
then use the small and large right knobs
to select a new name. Press ENT to accept
the selected name. Use the large right knob
to move the cursor to the “Create?” action
field.

4.

With “Create?” highlighted, press ENT to savethe new waypoint. The User Wpt is now shownon the map page.

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Modifying User Waypoints
6.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

To modify a user waypoint by changing reference
waypoint information:

Modifying User Waypoints

To modify an existing waypoint, select that
waypoint on the User Waypoint Page and enter the
new position information directly over the old information.

1.

With the User Waypoint Page displayed, press
the small right knob to activate the cursor.

2.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the name of the desired waypoint and press
ENT.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thefirst reference waypoint (REF WPT) field, if
you wish to change the reference waypoint.
Otherwise, continue turning the large rightknob to highlight the radial (RAD) or distance(DIS) field, as desired.

From the User Waypoint Page, use the small
and large right knobs to modify the position
coordinates of an existing user waypoint.
To modify a user waypoint by changing its latitude/longitude position:

1.

With the User Waypoint Page displayed, press
the small right knob to activate the cursor.

2.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the name of the desired waypoint and press
ENT.

You can modify the location of an existing waypoint by changing the reference
waypoint and/or by changing the radial anddistance.

4.

Use the small and large right knobs tochange the identifier — if desired — of thereference waypoint. The reference waypoint
can be an airport, VOR, NDB, intersection or
another user waypoint. Press ENT to accept
the selected identifier.

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3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight theposition field at the bottom of the page.

4.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the new position coordinates and press ENT
to accept the selected position.

5.

The cursor moves to the “Modify?” action field.
Press ENT to modify the waypoint.

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5.

The cursor moves to the radial (RAD) field. Use
the small and large right knobs to change theradial from the reference waypoint, if desired.
Press ENT to accept the selected radial.

User Waypoint Page Options

The following User Waypoint Page Options areavailable by pressing the MENU key (with the User
Waypoint Page displayed):
View User Waypoint List? displays a list of alluser waypoints currently stored in memory.
To view a list of all user waypoints:

1.

From the User Waypoint Page, press MENU todisplay the User Waypoint Page Options.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “ViewUser Waypoint List?” and press ENT.

With the radial (RAD) field highlighted, use
the small and large right knobs to enter a
new radial from the reference waypoint.

6.

The cursor moves to the distance (DIS) field. Use
the small and large right knobs to change
the distance from the reference waypoint to
the new user waypoint, if desired. Press ENT
to accept the selected distance.

7.

The cursor moves to the “Modify?” action field.
Press ENT to modify the waypoint.

8.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.
NOTE: If you attempt to modify or delete a waypoint which is currently a direct-to waypoint or
the current “from” or “to” waypoint in the active
flight plan, the 500W-series unit alerts you with a“Can’t change an active waypoint” or “Waypointis active and can’t be deleted” message. You
must first cancel the direct-to or remove the
waypoint(s) from the active flight plan before
modifying or deleting the waypoint(s).

144Select “View User Waypoint List?” to display
a list of all user waypoints currently stored
in memory.

3.

The top of the User Waypoint List indicates thetotal number of user waypoints currently used
and available memory. If more user waypoints
are stored than can be displayed on a single
screen, turn the large right knob to scroll
through the User Waypoint List.

4.

Press the small right knob to return to theUser Waypoint Page.

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Delete User Waypoint? allows you to delete theselected waypoint from memory.
To delete a user waypoint:

1.

Select the desired waypoint on the User
Waypoint Page and press MENU to display
the User Waypoint Page Options.

2.

Turn the large right knob to select “Delete
User Waypoint?” and press ENT. Press ENT
again to confirm.

User Waypoint List

The User Waypoint List allows you to review,modify, rename or delete a selected user waypoint, orto delete all user waypoints currently stored in memory.
At the top of the page are indications for number of
waypoint locations used and available memory.

To review and/or modify a user waypoint from theUser Waypoint List:
Select “Delete User Waypoint?” to delete
the selected waypoint from memory.

1.

Select the User Waypoint List.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired user waypoint.

Crossfill? allows you to transfer user waypoints
between two 400W/500W-series units in a dual
unit installation.

3.

Press ENT to display the User Waypoint Page
for the selected waypoint. From this page you
may review all information defining the waypoint and its position.

4.

To modify the waypoint’s position or reference
waypoint information. (Keep in mind thatyou’ve already selected a User Waypoint Page
which displays the desired user waypoint, so
you may skip the first two steps of the procedure example.)5.

To exit the User Waypoint Page, turn the large
right knob to highlight “Done?” and press
ENT.

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See Section 9 - Aux Pages - Flight Planning Crossfill Operation for additional details on using
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To rename a user waypoint from the User
Waypoint List:

To delete a user waypoint from the User Waypoint
List:

1.

Select the User Waypoint List.

1.

Select the User Waypoint List.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired user waypoint.
Use the small and large right knobs tochange the name of the user waypoint. (Enter
the new name directly over the old name.)
Press ENT to accept the new name.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired user waypoint.

3.

Press CLR to display a “Delete Waypoint”
confirmation window.

4.

With “Yes?” highlighted, press ENT to delete
the selected user waypoint.

3.

From the User Waypoint List, use the small and large rightknobs to rename an existing waypoint. Press ENT to display a“Rename Waypoint” confirmation window.

4.

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With the desired waypoint highlighted on the User Waypoint
List, press CLR to display a “Delete Waypoint” window.

A “Rename Waypoint” confirmation window isdisplayed. With “Yes?” highlighted, press ENT
to rename the selected user waypoint.

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To delete all user waypoints from memory:

1.

Select the User Waypoint List.

2.

Press MENU to display an options window for
the User Waypoint List.

With the User Waypoint List displayed, press
MENU to display an options window with“Delete All User Waypoints?” highlighted.

3.

With “Delete All User Waypoints” highlighted,
press ENT.

4.

A “Delete all waypoints in user waypointlist” confirmation window is displayed. With
“Yes?” highlighted, press ENT to delete alluser waypoints from memory.

A “Delete all waypoints in user waypointlist” confirmation window allows you
to verify your intent to remove ALL user
waypoints from memory.

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Section 7
NRST Pages

NRST Page Group

Section 2 introduced the 500W-series unit main page groups — NAV, WPT, AUX, NRST — and describedeach page in the NAV group. This fourth page group (NRST) provides detailed information for the 25 nearest
airports, VORs, NDBs, intersections and user waypoints within 200 NM of your current position. In addition, theNRST pages include the five nearest Flight Service Station (FSS) and center (ARTCC/FIR) points of communication and alert you to any Special Use (SUA) or Controlled Airspace you may be in or near.
NAV

WPT

AUX

NRST

5+ available pages(see Section 2)

10 available pages(see Section 6)

4 available pages(see Section 9)

8 available pages(see list below)

Nearest Airport

Nearest Intersection

Nearest NDB

Nearest VOR

Nearest ARTCC

Nearest Flight Service

Nearest Airspace

In the GPS 500W, press NRST. In the GNS
530W, to display one of the NRST pages, startfrom any main page — or press and hold CLR
to display the Default NAV Page...

Nearest User...then, turn the large right knob to select the
NRST page group, as indicated by “NRST” at
the bottom of the screen. Turn the small rightknob to select the desired page within thegroup.
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To quickly select a NRST page:In the GPS 500W, press NRST. For the GNS 530W,
do the following:
1. From any page, press and hold the CLR key
to select the Default NAV Page. (You may skip
this step if you are already viewing any of themain pages.)
2. Turn the large right knob to select the NRST
page group. “NRST” appears at the bottom of
the screen.

To scroll through the list of nearest airports, VORs,
NDBs, intersections, user waypoints or airspaces:

1.

Select the desired NRST page, using the steps
outlined above.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the large right knob to scroll throughthe list. The scroll bar along the right-hand sideof the page indicates the part of the list that iscurrently being viewed.

Turn the large right knob to select the NRST
page group. “NRST” appears at the bottomof the screen.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
NRST page.
Not all 25 nearest airports, VORs, NDBs, intersections or user waypoints can be displayed on thecorresponding NRST page at one time. The Nearest
Airport Page displays detailed information for fournearest airports, with a scroll bar along the right-handside of the page indicating the part of the list that iscurrently being viewed. The Nearest Airspace Page displays detailed information for up to four special use orcontrolled airspace alerts. The NRST pages for VORs,
NDBs, intersections, and user waypoints display eight
waypoints at a time. The flashing cursor and large
right knob are used to scroll and view the rest of the
waypoints or airspaces in the list.

Turn the large right knob to scroll througha nearest list. The scroll bar along the righthand side of the page indicates where you
are in the list.

3.

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4.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

The Nearest ARTCC and Nearest FSS Pages present
detailed information for up to five nearby facilities— displaying only one facility at a time. Again, theadditional information is viewed using the flashingcursor and small right knob to scroll through the list.

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Nearby Waypoints
To scroll through the list of nearest flight service stationor center points of communication:

Navigating to a Nearby Waypoint

The NRST pages can be used in conjunction withthe 500W-series unit direct-to function to quickly set
a course to a nearby facility. This feature can be a realtime saver compared to retrieving information fromthe database using the WPT pages. More importantly,
it instantly provides navigation to the nearest airport incase of an in-flight emergency.
To select a nearby airport, VOR, NDB, intersection
or user waypoint as a direct-to destination:

To scroll through the ARTCC or FSS frequencies, highlight the number adjacent to thecommunication point name and turn thesmall right knob.

1.

1.

Select the desired NRST page.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the small right knob to scroll throughthe list.

4.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

Use the flashing cursor to scroll through a NRST
page list and highlight the desired nearest
waypoint.

You can select a direct-to destination directly from a NRST page (e.g. Nearest Airports)
by highlighting the desired waypoint andpressing the direct-to key.

2.

Press the direct-to key to display the SelectDirect-to Waypoint Page.

3.

Press ENT to accept the selected waypoint’s
identifier and press ENT a second time (with“Activate?” highlighted) to begin navigating
to the selected waypoint.

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Nearest Airport Page

The Nearest Airport Page displays the identifier,symbol, bearing and distance to the 25 nearest airports(within 200 NM of your present position). For each
airport listed, the Nearest Airport Page also indicatesthe best available approach, common traffic advisory frequency (CTAF) and the length of the longest
runway.

To quickly tune the common traffic advisory frequency (CTAF) from the Nearest Airport Page (GNS
530W only):1.

Select the Nearest Airport Page.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the large right knob to scroll through thelist, highlighting the COM frequency associatedwith the desired airport.

The Nearest Airport Page can be configured to
exclude shorter runways or undesirable runway
surface types, so that the corresponding airports do
not appear on the list. You may wish to use this feature
to exclude seaplane bases or runway lengths which
would be difficult or impossible to land upon.
The Nearest Airport Page may be used to quickly
tune the COM transceiver (GNS 530W only) to a
nearby airport. The selected frequency is placed in thestandby field of the COM window and activated using
the COM flip-flop key.
Airport Identifier,Symbol, Bearing To
and Distance To

Tower or CTAF
Frequency andLongest Runway

Scroll Bar

To quickly tune to a frequency on the Nearest
Airport Page, highlight the desired frequency
and press ENT.

4.

Press ENT to place the selected frequency inthe standby field of the COM window.

5.

Press the COM flip-flop key to activate theselected frequency.

Best Available
ApproachFirst Page in
NRST Group

Press the COM flip-flop key to activate theselected frequency.
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6.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

6.

Additional communication frequencies, runway
information and more is available from the Nearest Airport Page by highlighting the identifier of thedesired airport and pressing ENT.

To return to the Nearest Airport Page, verify
that “Done?” is highlighted by the flashingcursor and press ENT (or press CLR).

To view additional information for a nearby
airport:1.

Select the Nearest Airport Page.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the large right knob to scroll throughthe list, highlighting the identifier of the desired
airport.

To display additional database information, press the small
right knob to remove the cursor, then turn the small right knob
to select the desired page.

Nearest Intersection Page

The Nearest Intersection Page displays the identifier, symbol, bearing and distance to the 25 nearest
intersections (within 200 NM of your present position).
To view additional information for a nearby intersection, start from the Nearest Intersection Page andfollow steps 2 through 4 above.
Highlight the identifier of the desired airport and press ENT todisplay the database information — beginning with locationand fuel.

4.

Press ENT to display the Airport Location Page
for the selected airport.

5.

To view additional WPT pages for the selected
airport (including the Airport Runway and Airport Frequency Pages) press the small rightknob to remove the flashing cursor. Turn thesmall right knob to display the additional
WPT pages. When finished, press the small
right knob to return the flashing cursor to thescreen.

Nearest NDB Page

The Nearest NDB Page displays the identifier,symbol, bearing, distance and frequency to the 25
nearest NDBs (within 200 NM of your present position).
To view additional information for a nearby NDB,
start from the Nearest NDB Page and follow steps
2 through 4 above.

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Nearest VOR Page

The Nearest VOR Page displays the identifier,symbol, bearing and distance to the 25 nearest VORs
(within 200 NM of your present position). For each
VOR listed, the Nearest VOR Page also indicates thefrequency and may be used to quickly tune the VLOC
receiver to the nearby VOR (GNS 530W only). The
selected frequency is placed in the standby field of the
VLOC window and activated using the VLOC flipflop key.

To quickly tune a VOR’s frequency from the
Nearest VOR Page, highlight the desired
frequency and press ENT. Press the VLOC flipflop key to activate the frequency.

Scroll Bar
VOR Frequency
Fourth Page in
NRST GroupVOR Identifierand Symbol

Bearing To andDistance To

To quickly tune a VOR’s frequency from the Nearest VOR Page (GNS 530W only):

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1.

Select the Nearest VOR Page.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the large right knob to scroll throughthe list, highlighting the frequency associatedwith the desired VOR.

4.

Press ENT to place the selected frequency inthe standby field of the VLOC window.

5.

Press the VLOC flip-flop key to activate theselected frequency.

6.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

To view additional information for a nearby VOR:

1.

Select the Nearest VOR Page.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the large right knob to scroll throughthe list, highlighting the identifier of the desired
VOR.

4.

Press ENT to display the VOR page for theselected VOR.

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Nearest User WPT and ARTCC
ARTCC Name

Frequency(s)Bearing To andDistance To
Sixth Page in
NRST GroupTo view additional information for a nearby
VOR, highlight the desired VOR on the list
and press ENT.

5.

6.

To quickly tune an ARTCC’s frequency from the
Nearest Center Page (GNS 530W only):

To return to the Nearest VOR Page, verify that
“Done?” is highlighted by the flashing cursor
and press ENT (or press CLR).
Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

1.

Select the Nearest Center Page.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the small right knob to scroll throughthe list, selecting the desired ARTCC.

Nearest User Waypoint Page

The Nearest User Waypoint Page displays thename, bearing and distance to the 25 nearest user waypoints (within 200 NM of your present position).
Nearest Center (ARTCC) Page

The Nearest Center Page displays the facility name,bearing to and distance to the five nearest ARTCC
points of communication (within 200 NM of yourpresent position). For each ARTCC listed, the Nearest
Center Page also indicates the frequency(s) and may be
used to quickly tune the COM transceiver to the center’s frequency. The selected frequency is placed in thestandby field of the COM window and activated using
the COM flip-flop key (GNS 530W only).

Turn the small right knob to select thedesired center, then turn the large right knob
to highlight the desired frequency.

4.

Turn the large right knob to scroll down thepage, highlighting the desired frequency.

5.

Press ENT to place the selected frequency inthe standby field of the COM window.

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Nearest FSSFSS Name

Frequency(s)VOR Identifier(for duplex operation)
Seventh Page
in NRST Group

Press ENT to place the frequency on standby.
Press the COM flip-flop key to activate theselected frequency.

To quickly tune an FSS’s frequency from the Nearest Flight Service Station Page (GNS 530W only):

6.

Press the COM flip-flop key to activate theselected frequency.

7.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

1.
2.
3.

Nearest Flight Service Station (FSS) Page

The Nearest Flight Service Station Page displays
the facility name, bearing to and distance to the fivenearest FSS points of communication (within 200
NM of your present position). For each FSS listed,
the Nearest Flight Service Station Page also indicatesthe frequency(s) and may be used to quickly tune the
COM transceiver to the FSS’s frequency. The selected
frequency is placed in the standby field of the COM
window and activated using the COM flip-flop key.
For duplex operations, “RX” and “TX” indications
appear beside the listed frequencies — indicating“receive only” or “transmit only” frequencies. The associated VOR is also provided for reference.

Select the Nearest Flight Service Station
Page.
Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.
Turn the small right knob to scroll throughthe list, selecting the desired FSS.

Turn the small right knob to select thedesired FSS, then turn the large right knob tohighlight the desired frequency.

4.

5.

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Turn the large right knob to scroll down
the page, highlighting the desired frequency(COM frequency[s] or VOR frequency for duplex
operation.
Press ENT to place the selected frequency
in the standby field of the COM or VLOC
window.

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Nearest Airspaces

Press ENT to place the frequency on standby.
Press the COM or VLOC flip-flop key toactivate the selected frequency.Navigation
frequencies for ILS and localizer (LOC) also
appear on the list.

“Airspace near and ahead” indicates that you
are within two nautical miles of an airspaceand projected to enter the airspace.

•

6.

Press COM or VLOC flip-flop key, as appropriate, to activate the selected frequency.

7.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

If you are within two nautical miles of anairspace and your current course will not takeyou inside, the message “Near airspace lessthan 2nm” appears. The Nearest Airspace Pageshows “Within 2nm of airspace”.

Nearest Airspace Page

The last page in the NRST group, the Nearest Airspace Page, alerts you to as many as nine controlled or
special use airspaces near or in your flight path. Alerts
are provided according to the following conditions:••If your projected course will take you inside
an airspace within the next ten minutes, thealert message “Airspace ahead -- less than 10
minutes” appears. The Nearest Airspace Pageshows the airspace as “Ahead”.
If you are within two nautical miles of anairspace and your current course will take you
inside, the message “Airspace near and ahead”
appears. The Nearest Airspace Page shows theairspace as “Ahead < 2nm”.

“Near airspace less than 2NM” indicatesthat you are within two nautical miles of anairspace, but are NOT projected to enter theairspace.

•

If you have entered an airspace, the message“Inside Airspace” appears. The Nearest Airspace Page shows “Inside of airspace”.

Note that the airspace alerts are based on threedimensional data (latitude, longitude and altitude) to
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trolled airspace are also sectorized to provide complete
information on any nearby airspace. Once one of thedescribed conditions exists, the message annunciatorflashes, alerting you of an airspace message (if airspacealert messages are enabled). See Sec 9 - Aux - Setup 1- CDI / Alarms for more information.

To view additional details for an airspace listedon the Nearest Airspace Page:

1.

Select the Nearest Airspace Page.

To view an airspace alert message:

1.

Status andTime to Entry

When the message annunciator above the
MSG key flashes, press MSG.

Eighth Page
in NRST Group
Airspace Name

MessageAnnunciator

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

Turn the large right knob to scroll throughthe list, highlighting the desired airspace.

Press MSG to view an airspace alert message.
Press MSG again to remove the message
window and return to the previous page.

2.

Press MSG again to return to the previous
page.

Once you have been provided an airspace alert
message, detailed information concerning the specificairspace is provided on the Nearest Airspace Page.
The Nearest Airspace Page displays the airspace name,status (“Ahead”, “Ahead < 2nm”, etc. as described on
the previous page), and a time to entry (if applicable).
By selecting any airspace name listed on the Nearest
Airspace Page, additional details are provided —including controlling agency, communication frequencies and floor/ceiling limits.

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STEP 3 & 4: From the Nearest Airspace Page,
highlight the desired airspace and press ENT
to display additional airspace information.

4.

Press ENT to display the Airspace Information
Page for the selected nearby airspace.

5.

To return to the Nearest Airspace Page, verify
that “Done?” is highlighted by the flashingcursor and press ENT.

6.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

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To view and quickly tune the frequency for acontrolling agency:

1.

Follow steps #1 through #4 on the previous
page to display the Airspace Information
Page for the desired controlled or special use
airspace.
“Done?” Field(return toprevious page)
Turn the large right knob to select thedesired frequency. Press ENT to place thefrequency on standby.

Floor/Ceiling Limits“View Frequencies?”
Field (display
Frequency Page)
Airspace Name

2.

4.

Press ENT to place the selected frequency inthe standby field of the COM window.

5.

Press the COM flip-flop key to activate theselected frequency.

6.

To return to the Airspace Information Page, turnthe large right knob to highlight “Done?”and press ENT (or press CLR).

7.

To return to the Nearest Airspace Page, turnthe large right knob to highlight “Done?”and press ENT (or press CLR).

8.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.

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Status andTime to Entry

Turn the large right knob to highlight “View
Frequencies?” and press ENT.

Highlight “View Frequencies?” and press ENT
to display the communication frequency(s)for the controlling agency.

3.

Turn the large right knob to scroll throughthe list, highlighting the desired frequency.

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The Airspace Information Page displays — and airspace alert messages are provided for — the following
airspace types:

The bottom right-hand corner of the Airspace
Information Page displays the floor and ceiling limitsof the airspace. The following are examples of what
may appear as vertical limits for an airspace:

Airspace alert for a military operations area
(MOA).

• Alert• Caution

Airspace Information Page for the same
military operations area.

• Class B• Class C• 11000ft msl (11000 feet mean sea level)• Class D• CTA• 500ft agl (500 feet above ground level)• Danger• MOA• MSL (at mean sea level)• Prohibited• Restricted• NOTAM (see Notice to Airmen)*• TMA• Training• Unknown*• Unlimited*• TRSA• Unspecified• See Chart*• Surface*• Warning* Not shown in this example
All airspace alert messages, except for prohibitedareas, may be turned on or off from the Airspace
Alarms Page. See Sec 9 - Aux - Setup 1 - CDI / Alarms
for more information. An altitude buffer is also provided on the Airspace Alarms Page to provide an extra
margin of safety above/below the published limits.

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Section 8
VLOC (VOR/Localizer/Glideslope)
Receiver Operations

8 - VLOC RECEIVER
Ident Audio and Volume / VLOC Tuning

VLOC Tuning Window

The GNS 530W includes digitally-tuned VOR/
localizer and glideslope receivers with the desired
frequency selected on the VLOC window, along theleft-hand side of the display. Frequency selection
is performed by pressing the small left knob andturning the small and large left knobs to select thedesired frequency.

VLOC frequencies are selected with the tuning
cursor in the standby VLOC frequency field, and using
the small and large left knobs to dial in the desired
frequency. The standby frequency always appears
below the active frequency. The active frequency is thefrequency currently in use.

Ident Audio and Volume

VLOC ident is enabledStandbyFrequency by pressing the VLOC
volume knob. When VLOC
ident is enabled, an “ID”
indication appears in theupper right corner of the
VLOC window — to theimmediate right of “VLOC”.
VLOC audio volume isadjusted using the VLOC
volume knob. Turn the
VLOC volume knob clockwise to increase volume,or counterclockwise to
decrease volume.

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NOTE: The tuning cursor normally appears in the
COM window, unless placed in the VLOC window
by pressing the small left knob. When the tuning
cursor is in the VLOC window, it automatically
returns to the COM window after 30 seconds ofinactivity.
The active frequency in either window cannot be
accessed directly — only the standby frequency ishighlighted by the tuning cursor.

j

v

y

Push for ident audio. Turn to adjust
audio volume.
Push to toggle tuning cursor between
COM and VLOC windows. Turn to adjust the kHz value (the portion after
the decimal point) of the standby
VLOC frequency.
Turn to adjust the MHz value (theportion before the decimal point) of
the standby VLOC frequency.

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To select a VOR/localizer/ILS frequency:

VLOC Ident Window

1.

If the tuning cursor is not currently in the VLOC
window, press the small left knob momentarily.

Directly below the VLOC Tuning
Window is a VLOC Ident Window(default setting). When the GNS
530W is tuned to a nearby VOR, the
VLOC Ident Window displays theMorse code identifier of the selected
station, the radial from the VOR and the distance fromthe VOR. When tuned to a nearby localizer, the VLOC
Ident window displays the identifier, associated airport
and runway. The VLOC Ident Window can be replacedwith traffic information or configurable data fields.

Press the small left knob to move the tuning
cursor to the VLOC window. Turn the small
left knob to select the kilohertz portion of
the frequency and the large left knob toselect the megahertz portion.

Auto-Tuning

2.

Turn the large left knob to select the desired
megahertz (MHz) value. For example, the“117” portion of the frequency “117.80”.

3.

Turn the small left knob to select the desired
kilohertz (kHz) value. For example, the “.80”
portion of the frequency “117.80”.

4.

To make the standby frequency the active
frequency, press the VLOC flip-flop key.

A frequency may also be quickly selected from thedatabase by simply highlighting the desired frequency
on the Waypoint VOR Page or the Nearest VOR Page
and pressing ENT. Once a frequency is selected in
the standby field, it may be transferred to the active
frequency by pressing the VLOC flip-flop key. (Autotuning can also be performed from VLOC frequencies
listed on the NAVCOM, Airport Frequency, and Nearest Flight Service Station pages.)

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Auto-tuning

To select a VLOC frequency from the Waypoint
VOR or Nearest VOR Pages:

To select an approach and automatically tune theproper VLOC frequency:

1.

Select the desired page from the main pages.
(See the page references on the preceding
page.)

1.

Select the destination airport using the directto key or as the last waypoint in the active
flight plan.

2.

Press the small right knob momentarily toactivate the flashing cursor.

2.

Press the PROC key to display the Procedures
Page.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thefrequency for the desired VOR.

3.

Turn the large right knob to highlight “SelectApproach?” and press ENT.

4.

A window appears listing the available procedures. Turn the small right knob to highlightthe desired procedure and press ENT.

5.

6.

A second window appears listing available transitions. Turn the small right knob to highlight thedesired transition waypoint and press ENT (theapproach “Vectors” option assumes that you will
receive vectors to the final course segment of theapproach and thus provides navigation guidance
to intercept this final course).
Turn the large right knob to highlight “Load?”or “Activate?” and press ENT. (“Load?” adds
the procedure to the flight plan without immediately using it for navigation guidance. This
allows you to continue navigating the originalflight plan, but keeps the procedure available
on the Active Flight Plan Page for quick activation when needed.)

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4.

Press ENT to place the frequency in the standby
field of the VLOC window.

5.

Press the VLOC flip-flop key to activate theselected frequency.

6.

Press the small right knob to remove theflashing cursor.
NOTE: For duplex COM operations, the VLOC receiver may be auto-tuned from the Nearest Flight
Service Station Page.

When selecting a VOR or ILS approach, manual
tuning of the VLOC receiver is not required. Once theapproach procedure is “Loaded” or “Activated”, the
GNS 530W automatically places the proper frequency
in the standby field of the VLOC window. If you wish
to use this frequency, simply press the VLOC flip-flop
key to activate the frequency. Additional information
on approach procedures is provided in Section 5.

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CDI Key
CDI Key

The GNS 530W’s CDI key is used to couple theGPS or VLOC receiver to the external CDI (or HSI).
When the external CDI (or HSI) is connected to the
GPS receiver, “GPS” appears at the bottom left cornerof the page, directly above the CDI key. When theexternal CDI (or HSI) is being driven by the VLOC
receiver, “VLOC” appears instead.
7.

8.

For VOR and ILS approaches, the standby fieldof the VLOC window is automatically tuned tothe proper frequency. To activate the frequencypress the VLOC flip-flop key. To display VLOC
course information on the external CDI (or HSI)
press CDI and verify that “VLOC” is displayed
at the bottom left corner of the screen, directly
above the CDI key.
For non-GPS approaches (ILS and VOR), a
reminder window appears indicating that GPS
guidance on such approaches is strictly formonitoring only — use the VLOC receivers andexternal CDI (or HSI) for primary navigation. To
confirm this reminder, highlight “Yes?” andpress ENT.

To couple the external CDI (or HSI) to the GPS
receiver or VLOC receiver, press the CDI key todisplay “GPS” or “VLOC”, as desired.

NOTE: The external CDI (or HSI) must be coupled
to the VLOC receiver for approaches which are
not approved for GPS. See ILS example in theProcedures section for more information.
NOTE: GPS level of service annunciations (LPV, ENR,etc.) are not applicable to the external CDI (or HSI)
when VLOC is active.

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Section 9
AUX Pages

To quickly select an AUX page:

Section 2 introduced the 500W-series unit main
page groups — NAV, WPT, AUX, NRST — anddescribed each page in the NAV group. The third
page group (AUX) allows you to change unit settings,
customizing operation to your preferences. The AUX
pages also provide E6B functions — such as trip planning, fuel planning, density altitude, true airspeed andwinds aloft calculations.

1.

From any page, press and hold CLR to selectthe Default NAV Page. (You may skip this step
if you are already viewing any of the main
pages.)

2.

Turn the large right knob to select the AUX
page group. “AUX” appears in the lower rightcorner of the screen.

3.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
AUX page.

NAV

WPT

AUX

NRST

5-7 available pages(see Section 2)

10 available pages(see Section 6)

4 available pages(see below)

8 available pages(see Section 7)

Flight Planning

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Flight Planning Page

The Flight Planning Page provides access to E6B
functions for fuel planning, trip planning, density
altitude/true airspeed/winds aloft calculations, scheduled messages and a “Crossfill” function to transfer
flight plans/user waypoints to a second 500W-series
unit. When a flight planning item is selected, the corresponding page appears providing additional information and features.
From the Flight Planning Page, highlight thedesired item and press ENT...

To select, highlightwith cursor andpress ENT.

First Page
in AUX Group...to display the corresponding option page(e.g. Density Alt / TAS / Winds Page).

To select an item from the Flight Planning Page:

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1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

2.

Turn the large right knob to select the desired
item, and press ENT.

The following flight planning items are available:
Fuel Planning — When equipped with fuel flow(FF) and/or fuel on board (FOB) sensors, this item
displays current fuel conditions along the active
direct-to or flight plan. You may also manuallyenter fuel flow, ground speed (GS) and (in someinstances) fuel on board figures for planning purposes. Fuel planning figures can be displayed not
only for the currently active flight plan or directto, but also point-to-point between two specified
waypoints and for any programmed flight plan.
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Flight Planning• No Fuel Sensors Connected — In this instance
fuel on board and fuel flow are manually entered and used to recalculate fuel on board as
it is consumed. When fuel flow or fuel on board
is manually entered, the figures are retained
the next time you view the page (with fuel on
board continuously recalculated).
• Fuel Flow Sensor Installed, But No Fuel On
Board Sensor — Fuel on board is manuallyentered. Fuel flow is automatically provided
by sensor. If fuel flow is manually entered (tooverride the sensor), it does not affect the FOB
figure and is not retained the next time you
view the page.
• Fuel Flow and Fuel On Board Sensors Installed— Fuel flow and fuel on board are automatically provided by sensors. Fuel on board can
NOT be entered manually. Fuel Flow can beentered manually, but does not affect the FOB
figure and is not retained the next time you
view the page.

Trip Planning — allows you to view desired
track (DTK), distance (DIS), estimated time enroute (ETE), en route safe altitude (ESA) andestimated time of arrival (ETA) information for a
direct-to, point-to-point between two specified
waypoints or for any programmed flight plan. This
item also displays the sunrise/sunset times for yourdestination waypoint (for the selected departuredate).

The Trip Planning Page calculates desired
track, distance, estimated time en route, enroute safe altitude and estimated time ofarrival for a specified direct-to, point-to-point
or flight plan.

NOTE: Point-to-point waypoints, flight plans and/or ground speeds (default is current GPS-calculated ground speed) entered on the Fuel Planning
Page automatically transfer to the Trip Planning
Page, and vice versa.

Density Alt / TAS / Winds — indicates thetheoretical altitude at which your aircraft performs depending upon several variables, including
indicated altitude (IND ALT), barometric pressure(BARO) and total air temperature (TAT; the temperature, including the heating effect of speed, readon a standard outside temperature gauge). This
item computes true airspeed (TAS), based upon thefactors above and the calibrated airspeed (CAS).
Also, this menu option determines winds aloft— the wind direction and speed — and a headwind/tail wind component, based upon the calculated density altitude (DEN ALT), true airspeed,
aircraft heading (HDG) and ground speed.

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replace some characters with a “+” sign, while leaving
significant characters to aid in identification (such as,
USR003 becomes US+003).
NOTE: The databases of the 400/500 series and the
400W/500W are incompatible, so you may not mix
systems.
NOTE: Manual GTN Crossfill requires the 400W/500W
series unit to have the same Jeppesen NavData®
database cycle number as the GTN unit.

Select the “Density Alt / TAS / Winds” option
to calculate density altitude, true airspeed
and winds aloft.

Scheduler — displays reminder messages (suchas “Change oil”, “Switch fuel tanks”, “Overhaul”,
etc.). One-time, periodic, and event-based messages are allowed. One-time messages appear
once the timer expires and reappear each time the500W-series unit is powered on, until the message
is deleted. Periodic messages automatically reset tothe original timer value, once the message is displayed. Event-based messages do not use a timer,
but rather a specific date and time.
Crossfill Operation — The Crossfill Function
allows the pilot to transfer a direct-to destination,
the active flight plan including VNAV parameters, any stored flight plan, a user waypoint, or
all user waypoints between two 500W-Series (or400W-Series) Garmin units in a dual-unit installation. There is only one Crossfill function page.
It may be accessed pressing the MENU key andselecting Crossfill while viewing the default Nav
page, Flight Plan Catalog, Active Flight Plan, User
Waypoint page, or the Aux mode Flight Planningpage and then pressing ENT.
Waypoint names longer than six characters, or duplicates, sent from the GTN unit to the GNS unit will
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NOTE: Crossfill and Manual GTN Crossfill can not be
configured to be present at the same time. The chosenfeature is configured by the installer for your installation.

Manual GTN Crossfill — The Manual GTN
Crossfill Function allows the GNS 400W/500W
series unit to manually send all User waypoints tothe connected GTN unit or receive informationfrom a GTN unit.

Aux Flight Planning Operations
To perform fuel planning operations:1.

Select “Fuel Planning” from the Flight Planning
Page.

2.

The current fuel planning “leg mode” isdisplayed at the top of the page: “POINT TO
POINT” or “FPL” (for a flight plan leg). Tochange the leg mode, press MENU to display
an options window for the other leg mode, thenpress ENT to accept the other leg mode.

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identifier is entered, press ENT to accept the
waypoint. The flashing cursor moves to the“to” waypoint. Again, turn the small andlarge right knobs to enter the identifier of
the “to” waypoint and press ENT to accept
the waypoint.
OR,
For “flight plan leg” fuel planning, select “Flight Plan?” fromthe options window. Use the small right knob to select thedesired flight plan and the desired leg of the flight plan.

3a. For direct-to planning, verify that the “from”
waypoint field indicates “P.POS” (present
position). If necessary, press CLR to display“P.POS”. Press ENT and the flashing cursor
moves to the “to” waypoint field. Turn thesmall and large right knobs to enter theidentifier of the “to” waypoint and press ENT
to accept the waypoint.

3c. For “flight plan leg” fuel planning, turn thesmall right knob to select the desired flightplan (already stored in memory), by number.
Turn the large right knob to highlight the“LEG” field and turn the small right knob toselect the desired leg of the flight plan, or select“Cum” to apply fuel planning calculations to
the entire flight plan.
4.

If your fuel management system does not enter
the data automatically, turn the large rightknob to highlight the fuel on board (FOB)
field.

5.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the amount of fuel on board. Press ENT whenfinished.

6.

The flashing cursor moves to the fuel flow (FF)field. Use the small and large right knobs
to enter the fuel flow rate. Press ENT whenfinished. Note that if a fuel system is providing
current fuel flow, the fuel flow defaults to thisvalue.

7.

The flashing cursor moves to the ground speed(GS) field. Use the small and large rightknobs to override the current ground speed(and enter a planning figure). Press ENT whenfinished. (To return ground speed reading tocurrent conditions, highlight the ground speed[GS] field, press CLR, then press ENT.)

8.

With all variables entered, information such as

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OR,

For direct-to fuel planning, press CLR (with the “from”
waypoint field highlighted) to display “P.POS” (which represents your present position).

3b. For point-to-point fuel planning, turn the small
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fuel required (REQ), range (RNG), and endurance (ENDUR) is provided. You can change theinformation displayed on the page by pressing
MENU and selecting the “Change Fields?”
option. If your 500W-series unit installation
includes connection to fuel sensors, additional
information items are presented when the“Change Fields?” option is selected.
To perform trip planning operations:1.
2.

Select “Trip Planning” from the Flight PlanningPage.
The current trip planning “leg mode” is displayed at the top of the page: “POINT TO
POINT” or “FPL LEG” (for a flight plan leg). Tochange the leg mode, press MENU to display
an options window for the other leg mode, thenpress ENT to accept the other leg mode.

Press MENU and use the options window to
select the other leg mode: Point-to-Point or
Flight Plan.

OR,
3b. For point-to-point trip planning, turn the small
and large right knobs to enter the identifierof the “from” waypoint. Once the waypoint’s
identifier is entered, press ENT to accept the
waypoint. The flashing cursor moves to the“to” waypoint. Again, turn the small andlarge right knobs to enter the identifier of
the “to” waypoint and press ENT to accept
the waypoint.
OR,
3c. For “flight plan leg” trip planning, turn thesmall right knob to select the desired flightplan (already stored in memory), by number.
Turn the large right knob to highlight the“LEG” field and turn the small right knob toselect the desired leg of the flight plan, or select“Cum” to apply trip planning calculations to
the entire flight plan.
4.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the
departure time (DEP TIME) field.

5.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the departure time. Press ENT when finished.
(Departure time may be entered in local or UTC
time, depending upon unit settings.

6.

If necessary, use the small and large rightknobs to enter the departure date. Press ENT
when finished.

3a. For direct-to planning, verify that the “from”
waypoint field indicates “P.POS” (present
position). If necessary, press CLR to display“P.POS”. Press ENT and the flashing cursor
moves to the “to” waypoint field. Turn thesmall and large right knobs to enter theidentifier of the “to” waypoint and press ENT
to accept the waypoint.
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your altimeter. Press ENT when finished.

The current time and date are automaticallyoffered for departure time and date. To accept either automatic selection, simply press
ENT when the selection is highlighted.

7.

8.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the indicated altitude.

3.

The flashing cursor moves to the calibrated
airspeed (CAS) field. Use the small and large
right knobs to enter the airspeed from yourairspeed indicator. Press ENT when finished.

4.

The flashing cursor moves to the barometricpressure (BARO) field. Use the small andlarge right knobs to enter the barometricpressure (altimeter setting). Press ENT whenfinished.

5.

The flashing cursor moves to the total air temperature (TAT) field. Use the small and large
right knobs to enter the temperature. Press
ENT when finished.

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The flashing cursor moves to the ground speed(GS) field. Use the small and large rightknobs to override the current ground speed(and enter a planning figure). Press ENT whenfinished. (To return ground speed reading tocurrent conditions, highlight the ground speed[GS] field, press CLR, then press ENT.)
With all variables entered, the following information is provided:• DTK — Desired track, or desired course• DIS — Distance to waypoint• ETE — Estimated time en route• ESA — En route safe altitude• ETA — Estimated time of arrival• Sunrise/Sunset times at the destination

To calculate density altitude, true airspeed, winds
aloft:

1.

Select “Density Alt / TAS / Winds” from theFlight Planning Page.

2.

The flashing cursor highlights the indicated altitude (IND ALT) field. Use the small and large
right knobs to enter the altitude indicated on

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Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the message text. Press ENT when finished.
(The 500W-series unit stores up to nine scheduled messages holding 20 characters each.)4.

The flashing cursor moves to the type fieldunder the new message. Turn the small rightknob to display a window of available options:
Event, One Time or Periodic. Press ENT to selectthe highlighted option.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the total air temperature (TAT). TAT is thetemperature, including the heating effectof speed, read on an outside temperaturegauge.

6.

The flashing cursor moves to the aircraft heading (HDG) field. Use the small and large rightknobs to enter the aircraft heading from thedirectional gyro or compass. Press ENT whenfinished.

7.

With all variables entered, the following information is provided:• DEN ALT — Density altitude• TAS — True airspeed• WIND — Wind direction and speed• HEAD/TAIL WIND — Magnitude of headwind or tail wind component

Turn the small right knob to select thedesired message type. One Time and Periodic
messages appear when the time expires.
Event-based messages expire at a specified
time and date.

5.

NOTE: If your installation includes components(such as an air/data sensor) to provide any ofthe variables above, the Density Alt / TAS / Winds
Page data defaults to the values provided bythese components.
To enter a scheduled message:

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1.

Select “Scheduler” from the Flight Planning
Page.

2.

The flashing cursor highlights the first message
field. If necessary, turn the large right knob
to highlight the first blank message field.
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The flashing cursor moves to the time (or date)field. Use the small and large right knobs
to set the time (or date) required before themessage is displayed. Time is entered as hours/
minutes/seconds (hhh:mm:ss). Event-based
messages expire at a specified date and time.
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To perform Crossfill

Select “Crossfill?” from the Default NAV Page,
Flight Plan Catalog page, Active Flight Plan page,or the User Waypoint page by pressing MENU,
scrolling down to “Crossfill” with the large rightknob and then pressing ENT. On the Aux Flight
Planning page scroll down to “Crossfill” with thelarge right knob, and then press ENT.
Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the time or date.
To edit a scheduled message:

1.

Select “Scheduler” from the Flight Planning
Page.

2.

The flashing cursor highlights the first message
field.

3.

To edit the message text, turn the large rightknob to highlight the desired message field.
Use the small and large right knobs to edit
the message text — entering the new text
directly over the old message. Press ENT whenfinished.

4.

To edit the time field, turn the large rightknob to highlight the field. Use the small andlarge right knobs to edit the new date or time
— entering the new value directly over the old
figure. Press ENT when finished.

To delete a scheduled message:

1.

Select “Scheduler” from the Flight Planning
Page.

2.

The flashing cursor highlights the first message
field. Turn the large right knob to highlightthe desired message field.

3.

Press CLR to delete the message text, followed
by ENT to confirm the deletion.
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unit can also be seen in the other. Initiatinga direct-to course to a waypoint on one unit
also initiates a direct-to course to the same
waypoint on the other unit.
If one unit is set for automatic crossfill andthe other is set for manual crossfill, then only
the auto unit automatically sends data to themanual unit. In this configuration, the auto
unit could be thought of as the master unit.
• Manual Crossfill Operation: If manual
operation is desired, the pilot must invoke
all transfers from that unit. When a unit isconfigured for automatic transfer, a manualtransfer can also be done on command. If
either of the messages “data transfer error” or“data transfer cancelled” are received during
an automatic or manual transfer, the pilot
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To transfer flight plans or user waypoints to/from asecond 500W-Series (or 400W-Series) unit:

1.

2.

3.

While viewing the default Nav page, Flight Plan
Catalog, Active Flight Plan page, User Waypoint
page, or the User Waypoint page by pressing
MENU, scrolling down to “Crossfill” with thelarge right knob and then pressing ENT. On
the Aux Flight Planning page scroll down to“Crossfill” with the large right knob, and thenpress ENT.

Turn the small right knob to display a listof TRANSFER options. Continue turning thesmall right knob to select the desired option.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the
Method field. Turn the small right knob toselect “Auto” or “Manual”. “Auto” automatically transfers any selection of (or any changeto) a direct-to destination or active flightplan, including VNAV parameters, to a second
500W/400W-Series Garmin unit.

• Active Flight Plan — transfers the active
flight plan, including VNAV parameters, to/from a second 500W-Series (or 400W-Series)
Garmin unit in a dual unit installation. This
option is the default when selecting “Crossfill”
from the default Nav Page. Active Flight
Plan information is automatically transferred
between units when the “Auto” method isselected above.
• Flight Plan — transfers any stored flight plan
to/from a second 500W-Series (or 400WSeries) unit, by selecting the flight plan by
number. This option is the default whenselecting “Crossfill” from the Flight Plan Catalog.
• User Waypoints (all) — transfers all stored
user waypoints to/from a second 500W/400WSeries unit.
• User Waypoint — transfers the specified
user waypoint to a second 500W/400W-Series
unit.

The flashing cursor highlights the transfer data
option (TRANSFER) field. Turn the small rightknob to display a window of available data
options:4.

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5a. For a stored flight plan (“Flight Plan” data
option), the flight plan number field is highlighted. Turn the small right knob to selectthe desired flight plan and press ENT.

To perform Manual GTN Crossfill

The Manual GTN Crossfill Function allows the GNS
400W/500W series unit to manually send all User
waypoints to the connected GTN unit or receive information from a GTN unit.
The information received from the GTN unit includes
the following:• Active Waypoint Leg• Active Flight Plan
• Direct-To Waypoint• Suspend/OBS Status
NOTE: The databases of the 400/500 series and the
400W/500W are incompatible, so you may not mix
systems.

OR
5b. For a specified user waypoint (“User Waypoint”
data option), the waypoint identifier field ishighlighted. Use the small and large rightknobs to enter the identifier of the desired user
waypoint. Press ENT when finished.
6.

7.

NOTE: Manual GTN Crossfill requires the 400W/500W
series unit to have the same Jeppesen NavData®
database cycle number as the GTN unit.
NOTE: Crossfill and Manual GTN Crossfill can not be
configured to be present at the same time. The chosenfeature is configured by the installer for your installation.

The flashing cursor moves to the “CROSS-SIDE”
field. Turn the small right knob to select “To”
or “From” and press ENT.

The flashing cursor moves to the “Initiate
Transfer?” confirmation field. Press ENT totransfer the selected data.

NOTE: Ensure that the GTN unit has Auto GNS
Crossfill enabled.

Manual GTN Crossfill is a feature that will keep the
GNS system in sync with a flight plan that is being usedon the GTN system. The GTN will not automatically keep
its flight plan in sync with changes made on the GNS system. Essentially, the crossfill feature is “one way” – fromthe GTN to the GNS.
The GTN systems support a variety of procedure leg
types that the GNS systems do not support. As such, it isnormal and expected that the flight plan leg that is displayed on the GNS system will not always match the flightplan leg on the GTN system. Departure, arrival and approach procedures often contain leg types that the GNS
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available on the GTN but not on the GNS in these cases.
The GNS will fly the procedure as it normally would if
Crossfill were not active. Once a leg type is reached thatis supported on both the GTN and GNS systems, the systems will automatically sync to the same leg.
Waypoint names longer than six characters, or duplicates, sent from the GTN unit to the GNS unit will replacesome characters with a “+” sign, while leaving significant
characters to aid in identification (such as, USR003 becomes
US+003).

3.

With the Link field highlighted, turn the small
right knob to show “Enabled”, and then press
ENT. This enables the GNS unit to receive flightplan information from the GTN unit.

To Enable Flight Plan Crossfill from the GTN Unit

1.

From the Default NAV Page, Active Flight Planpage, or the User Waypoint page press MENU.
Highlight “GTN Crossfill?” and then press ENT.
CAUTION: The user is required to always verify eachflight plan leg prior to navigating with the GNS unit
when Manual GTN Crossfill is active.
NOTE: If the user manually alters the flight plan on
the GNS unit, the systems will not crossfill until thepilot activates the feature again on the GNS unit.

To Transfer GNS User Waypoints to the GTN Unit

1.

Continuing from the steps above, turn thelarge right knob to highlight “Initiate Transfer?.”2.

Press ENT. The 400W/500W-series unit’s User
waypoints will be sent to the GTN unit.

OR
2.

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On the Aux Flight Planning page scroll down
to “Manual GTN Crossfill” with the large orsmall right knob, and then press ENT.

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Utility Page

The Utility Page provides access to checklists, acount down/up timer, trip timers, trip statistics, RAIM
(Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring) prediction and software/database version information. Whena utility item selected, the corresponding page appears
providing additional information and features.
To select, highlightwith cursor andpress ENT.

...to display the corresponding option page(e.g. Trip Statistics Page).

3.

Press the small right knob to return to theprevious item.

The following items are available:
Checklists — provides up to nine different userdefined checklists containing up to 30 items each.

Second Page
in AUX GroupTo select an item from the Utility Page:

1.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

2.

Turn the large or small right knob to selectthe desired item, and press ENT.

Flight Timers — provides count up/down timers,
plus automatic recording of departure time and total
trip time. Departure and total trip time recording canbe configured to run either any time 500W-series unit
power is on, or only when your ground speed exceeds
30 knots.
In helicopter installations, flight timers will be only run
if the air/ground switch indicates the aircraft is off theground or if GPS air speed is greater than 20 kts.
Trip Statistics — provides readouts for trip odometers, average speed and maximum speed. These
readouts are resettable (individually or all at once) bypressing MENU to display an options window.

From the Utility Page, highlight the desired
item and press ENT...

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RAIM Prediction — predicts if GPS coverage isavailable for your current location or at a specified
waypoint at any time and date. Receiver Autonomous
Integrity Monitoring performs checks to ensure thatthe 500W-series unit has adequate satellite geometry
during your flight. RAIM availability is near 100%in Oceanic, En Route and Terminal phases of flight.
Because the FAA’s TSO requirements for non-precision
approaches specify significantly better satellite coverage than other flight phases, RAIM may not be available when flying some approaches. The 500W-series
unit automatically monitors RAIM during approach
operations and warns you if RAIM is not available.
In such cases, use the GNS 530W’s VLOC receiverinstead for the approaches. RAIM prediction helps you
plan for a pending flight to confirm GPS operation
during an approach.

Software Versions — provides software version
information for the operating software within the GPS
receiver, COM transceiver, VOR/localizer receiver,glideslope receiver and main processor board.
Database Versions — The Database Versions Page
displays the current Jeppesen database type, effective
date, and expiration date, along with the version andtype of built-in land database.
Terrain Database Versions — The Terrain Database Versions Page displays the current terrain andobstacle database types, version, cycle, effective date,and expiration date.
Checklists
To create a checklist:

1.

Select “Checklist” from the Utility Page. Press
ENT to display a list of checklists.

RAIM prediction only predicts the availability of
Fault Detection (FD) integrity in the absence of WAAS
corrections. It cannot predict the availability of LPV
or L/VNAV approaches. The FAA provides a NOTAM
service for LPV approach availability.

An “INTEG” annunciation at the bottom left corner of thescreen indicates that satellite coverage is insufficient to passbuilt-in receiver autonomous integrity monitoring (RAIM)
tests. When this occurs, the GPS receiver continues to provide
navigation information, but should not be used for primarynavigation guidance. Use the GNS 530W’s VLOC receiver oranother suitable navigation source.

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Select “Create New Checklist?” to enter a new checklist intomemory. If the new checklist is similar to a checklist you’ve
already created, you may wish to use the “Copy Checklist?”
option and then edit the checklist copy.

2.

Press MENU to display an options menu. Turnthe large right knob to select “Create New
Checklist?” and press ENT.

3.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
the name of a checklist. Press ENT when finished. (Up to nine different checklists can becreated and stored in the 500W-series unit.)

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4.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter
each checklist item followed each time by ENT.
(Each checklist may contain up to 30 line items
up to sixteen characters in length.)

To execute a checklist:

1.

With the Checklists Page displayed, turn thelarge right knob to select the desired checklist
and press ENT.

2.

As you complete each checklist item, press ENT
to move to the next item on the list.

To delete a checklist or all checklists:

1.

With the Checklists Page displayed, press
MENU to display an options menu.

2.

Turn the large right knob to select “Delete
Checklist?” or “Delete All Checklists?” andpress ENT to remove the highlighted checklist
or all checklists from memory.

To edit a checklist:

1.

With the Checklists Page displayed, turn thelarge right knob to select the desired checklist
and press ENT.

2.

Press MENU to display an options menu.
Select “Edit Item?” and press ENT, then use
the small and large right knobs to edit eachchecklist item. Press ENT when finished.

To insert a checklist step into an existing checklist:

1.

With the Checklists Page displayed, turn thelarge right knob to select the desired checklist
and press ENT.

2.

Turn the large right knobs to highlight theexisting checklist entry which immediately follows the new checklist step.

3.

Turn the small and large right knobs toenter the new checklist step. Press ENT whenfinished.

To copy a checklist:

1.

With the Checklists Page displayed and thedesired checklist selected, press MENU todisplay an options menu.

2.

Turn the large right knob to select “Copy
Checklist?” and press ENT to copy the checklist to an empty checklist memory location.

To sort the checklists by name or entry:

1.

With the Checklists Page displayed, press
MENU to display an options menu.

2.

Turn the large right knob to select “Sort List
By Entry?” or “Sort List By Name?” and press
ENT.

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Flight Timers

To record or reset the departure time:

To view, use or reset the generic timer:

1.

Select “Flight Timers” from the Utility Page.

1.

Select “Flight Timers” from the Utility Page.

2.

2.

The flashing cursor highlights “Start?”. To start
the generic timer, press ENT. (You typicallybegin with this step for count up timers. However, for count down timers, you may wish toenter a count direction and time before starting
the timer. See below.)

Turn the large right knob to highlight thereset mode field, under “Departure Time”. The
reset mode field indicates “Pwr-on” or “In Air”.

3.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
reset mode. (“Pwr-on” records a departuretime when the 500W-series unit is turned on.
“In Air” records a departure time once the GPScomputed ground speed exceeds 30 knots.)3.

To change the count direction, turn the large
right knob to highlight the count direction
field: “Down” or “Up”. Turn the small rightknob to select the desired count direction. Press
ENT when finished.

The 500W-series unit can be configured torecord the departure time when the unit
is powered on or when your ground speed
exceeds 30 knots.

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4.

For a count down timer, turn the large rightknob to highlight the time field. Use the small
and large right knobs to enter the countdown time — in hours, minutes and seconds.
Press ENT when finished.

5.

To stop the generic timer, turn the large rightknob to highlight “Stop?” and press ENT.

6.

To reset the generic timer, turn the large rightknob to highlight the time field. Press CLR,
followed by ENT.

4.

Press ENT when finished.

5.

To reset the departure time, turn the large
right knob to highlight “Reset?” and press
ENT. This will reset the departure time to thecurrent time.

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Trip Statistics

To view, use or reset total trip time:1.

Select “Flight Timers” from the Utility Page.

To reset trip statistics readouts:

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thereset mode field, under “Total Trip Time”. (Thereset mode field indicates “Pwr-on” or “InAir”.)

1.

Select “Trip Statistics” from the Utility Page.

2.

Press MENU to display an options window
with several reset options:3.

Turn the small right knob to select thedesired reset mode. (“Pwr-on” resets trip timeto zero hours/minutes/seconds each time the500W-series unit is turned on. “In Air” resets
trip time to zero after power on and when
the GPS-computed ground speed exceeds 30
knots.)
Press MENU to display an options window,
listing several reset options.

• Reset Trip? — Resets trip odometer and averageground speed readouts• Reset Max Speed? — Resets maximum speed
readout only
• Reset Odometer? — Resets odometer readout
only

Turn the small right knob to select when thetrip timer resets: each time the 500W-series
unit is powered on or when ground speed
exceeds 30 knots.

• Reset All? — Resets all trip statistics readouts
3.

Turn the large right knob to select the desired
reset option and press ENT.

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In the case of a helicopter installation, the Total
Trip Criteria is “Power-on” or “In-air.”4.

Press ENT when finished.

5.

To reset the total trip time, turn the large rightknob to highlight “Reset?” and press ENT.

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RAIM Prediction• RAIM Not Available —Satellite coverage is predicted to NOT be
sufficient for reliable operation during nonprecision approaches• RAIM Available —Satellite coverage is predicted to be sufficient
for reliable operation during all flight phases,
including non-precision approaches

To predict RAIM availability:

1.
2.

3.

4.

Select “RAIM Prediction” from the utility
page.
The flashing cursor highlights the waypoint
field. Use the small and large right knobs
to enter the identifier of the waypoint at which
you wish to determine RAIM availability. Press
ENT when finished. (To determine RAIM availability for your present position, press CLR,
followed by ENT.)
The flashing cursor moves to the arrival datefield. Use the small and large right knobs toenter the date for which you wish to determine
RAIM availability. Press ENT when finished.
The flashing cursor moves to the arrival time
field. Use the small and large right knobs
to enter the time you wish to use reference fordetermine RAIM availability. Press ENT whenfinished.

NOTE: RAIM computations predict satellite coverage
within ±15 minutes of the specified arrival date andtime. Refer to Section 11 for more information regarding RAIM protection limits.

Software Versions

The Software / Database Versions Page displays
software version information for the operating software within the GPS receiver, COM transceiver,
VOR/localizer receiver, glideslope receiver and mainprocessor board.
This page is for information purposes only — nouser functions are available from this page.

Once the destination, date and time areentered, select “Compute RAIM?” to determine if satellite coverage is adequate for theflight.

5.

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The flashing cursor moves to “Compute
RAIM?”. Press ENT to begin RAIM prediction.
Once calculations are complete, the 500Wseries unit displays one of the following in the
RAIM status field:
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Database Versions

Setup 1 Page

The Database Versions Page displays the current
Jeppesen database type, effective date, and expiration
date, along with the version and type of built-in land
database.

The Setup 1 Page provides access to airspace
alarms, CDI scale adjustments, an arrival alarm, unitsof measure settings, position formats, map datums,
settings for local or UTC time display, display adjustments, nearest airport search parameters, data field
configurations and COM transceiver channel spacing.
When an item is selected, the corresponding pageappears providing access to the various unit settings.
To select, highlightwith cursor andpress ENT.

Database Versions
Third Page
in AUX Group

Terrain Database Versions

The Terrain Database Versions Page displays thecurrent terrain and obstacle database types, version,
cycle, effective date, and expiration date.

To select an item from the Setup Page:

1.

Press the small right knob momentarily, toactivate the flashing cursor.

From the Setup Page, highlight the desired
item and press ENT...

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2.

Turn the large right knob to select the desired
item, and press ENT.

CDI / Alarms Page...to display the corresponding page (e.g.
Units / Position Page).

The following items are available:
CDI / Alarms — allows you to define the scale forthe 500W-series unit on-screen course deviation
indicator. The scale values represent full scale
deflection for the CDI to either side. The default
setting is “Auto”. At this setting, the CDI scale isset to 2.0 NM during the “en route” phase of flight.
Within 31 NM of your destination airport, the CDI
scale gradually ramps down to 1.0 NM (terminal area). Likewise, when leaving your departure
airport the CDI scale is set to 1.0 NM and gradually ramps up to 2 NM beyond 30 NM (from thedeparture airport). During approach operations
the CDI scale gradually transitions down to anangular CDI scale. At 2.0 NM of the final approachfix (FAF), CDI scaling is tightened from 1.0 to the
angular full scale deflection (typically the angularfull-scale deflection is 2.0°, but will be as definedfor the approach).

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If a lower CDI scale setting is selected (i.e., 1.0 or
0.3 NM), the higher scale settings are not selectedduring ANY phase of flight. For example, if 1.0 NM
is selected, the 500W-series unit uses this for enroute and terminal phases and ramps down further
during an approach. Note that the Horizontal
Alarm (HAL) protection limits listed below follow
the selected CDI scale, unless corresponding flightphases call for lower HAL. For example, if the 1.0
NM CDI setting is selected, full-scale deflection
during approach will still follow the approach CDI
scale settings.
CDI Scale
Auto (oceanic)±2.0 NM or Auto (en route)±1.0 NM or Auto (terminal)±0.3 NM or Auto(approach)

Horizontal Alarm
Limit
2.0 NM
2.0 NM
1.0 NM
0.3 NMAn “auto” ILS CDI selection allows the 500Wseries unit to automatically switch the external CDI
from the GPS receiver to the VLOC receiver, whenintercepting the final approach course. Or, select“manual” to manually switch the external CDI
connection, as needed (using the CDI key). If theunit is installed with a KAP140/KFC225 autopilot,

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automatic switching will not take place. See AUX- Setup 1 for ILS CDI Selection details.
CDI scales and corresponding flight phases:

will not be notified with an alert message; if you areless than 500 feet above or below an airspace andprojected to enter it, you will be notified with analert message. The default setting is 200 feet.
Units / Position — allows you to configure thedisplayed data to standard or metric units of measure. This setting applies to distance, speed, altitude, fuel, pressure and temperature. Also provided
are three variation (heading) options: Magnetic,
True, and User. If “Magnetic” is selected, all track,course and heading information is corrected to themagnetic variation computed by the GPS receiver.
The “True” setting references all information to true
north. The “User” selection allows the pilot to enter
values between 0º and 179º E or W.

En Route

Terminal

Maximum
Approach(For each scale/phase to be available,“Selected CDI” must be set to “Auto”)

An arrival alarm, provided on the CDI / Alarms
Page, may be set to notify you with a message when
you have reached a user-defined distance to thefinal destination (the direct-to waypoint or the last
waypoint in a flight plan). Once you have reached
the set distance (up to 99.9 units), an “Arrival at[waypoint]” message is displayed.
The Airspace Alarms fields allow you to turn thecontrolled / special-use airspace message alerts onor off. This does not affect the alerts listed on the
Nearest Airspace Page or the airspace boundaries
depicted on the Map Page. It simply turns on/off
the warning provided when you are approaching ornear an airspace.
An altitude buffer is also provided which “expands”
the vertical range above or below an airspace. For
example, if the buffer is set at 500 feet, and you are
more than 500 feet above or below an airspace, you

Use the Units / Position Page to switch
distance and speed measurements between
Nautical, Statute and Metric units.

Configuration settings for position format and map
datum are also provided. Position formats include
latitude/longitude, MGRS and UTM/UPS. The
NavData® card uses the WGS 84 map datum toconform to WAAS requirements.
Date / Time — provides settings for time format(local or UTC; 12- or 24-hour) and time offset. The
time offset is used to define current local time. UTC(also called “GMT” or “zulu”) date and time are cal-

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culated directly from the GPS satellites’ signals andcannot be changed. If you prefer to use local time,
simply designate the offset by adding or subtracting
the correct number of hours.
Not all time zones are offset from UTC by a whole
number of hours (e.g., Newfoundland, Central
Australia, India, Iraq, ...)

airports with small runways, or runways that are notof appropriate surface, from being displayed. The
default settings are “0 feet (or meters)” for runway
length and “any” for runway surface type.
Data Field Configuration — determines theinformation type that is displayed in the userselectable data field directly below the VLOC
window. Available data options are: VOR/LOC datathat displays VOR/Localizer information, Config
Data Fields that allow selection of a nav data item,
or a traffic watch screen (when connected to a
traffic sensor). The selected data option appears on
EVERY page.

The Date / Time Page allows you to display
time information (such as ETA) in UTC (zulu)
or local time.

Display Backlight — allows you to adjust thedisplay for optimum viewing in any condition.
Automatic backlighting is available which uses abuilt-in photocell (at the top right corner of the display bezel) to make the proper display adjustments
without any user intervention. You may selectmanual control of the display backlighting to tailor
the 500W-series unit display to your needs.
NOTE: Display backlighting changes are notsaved when the 500W-series unit is turned off.
Backlighting reverts to the “Auto” setting thenext time the unit is turned on.

Nearest Airport Criteria — defines the minimum
runway length and surface type used when determining the 25 nearest airports to display on the
Nearest Airport Page. A minimum runway length
and/or surface type may be entered to prevent
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To change the data field configuration:1.

Select “Data Field Configuration” from the
Setup 1 Page.

2.

Turn the small right knob to display theconfiguration items.

3.

Turn the small or large right knob to highlight the desired item and then press ENT.

4.

If you selected “Config Data Fields”, turn thelarge right knob counter-clockwise to highlight the data field name.

5.

The data field name will be highlighted. Turnthe small right knob to display the data field
items.

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6.

Turn the small or large right knob to highlight the desired item and then press ENT.

7.

Press the small right (CRSR) knob twice toexit the selection process.

4.

COM Configuration — allows you to select8.33 kHz or 25.0 kHz COM frequency channel
spacing.

To change the altitude buffer, turn the large
right knob to highlight the “Altitude Buffer”
field. Use the small and large right knobs
to enter the desired buffer distance. Press ENT
when finished.

NOTE: 8.33 kHz VHF communication frequency
channel spacing is not approved for use in the UnitedStates. Select the 25.0 kHz channel spacing option foruse in the United States.

CDI / Alarms
To set the airspace warning messages or change
the altitude buffer:

1.

Select “CDI / Alarms” from the Setup 1 Page.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the“On”/”Off” field next to the desired airspace
type. (“MOAs & Other Airspace” includes military operation, alert, caution, danger, training
and warning areas.)

This buffer distance is added to the floor/
ceiling limits and provides an added marginof safety.

NOTE: When an approach has been loaded into
the active flight plan, airspace alert messages are
disabled within 31 NM of the destination airport.
To change the maximum CDI scale setting:

1.
2.

3.
Turn the large right knob to select the desired airspace type, then turn the small rightknob to select “On” or “Off”.

3.

Select “CDI / Alarms” from the Setup Page.
The flashing cursor highlights the “Selected
CDI” field. Turn the small right knob to selectthe desired CDI scale. The selected scale andany lower scale settings are used during thevarious phases of flight as described in Section
11 FDE - CDI/Alarms.
Press ENT to accept the selected scale. The“System CDI” field displays the CDI scale currently in use. The “System CDI” setting may
differ from the “Selected CDI” depending upon
the current phase of flight.

Turn the small right knob to select “On” or“Off”, as desired. Press ENT to accept the
selection.
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To set the arrival alarm and alarm distance:

NOTE: The CDI scale is always displayed in nautical
miles, regardless of the current distance units of measure selected on the Units / Position Page.

1.

Select “CDI / Alarms” from the Setup Page.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the“On”/”Off” field (left-hand side of the field
directly below “Arrival Alarm”).

3.

Turn the small right knob to select “On” or“Off”, as desired. Press ENT to accept the
selection.

4.

The flashing cursor moves to the alarm distance field (to the immediate right of “On” or“Off”). To enter an arrival alarm distance, use
the small and large right knobs to enter
the desired alarm distance. Press ENT whenfinished.

To change the ILS CDI selection:1.

Select “CDI / Alarms” from the Setup Page.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the“ILS CDI Capture” field.

3.

Turn the small right knob to select “Auto” or“Manual”, as desired. Press ENT to accept the
selection.

Units / Position
To set the magnetic variation:1.

Select “Units / Position” from the Setup Page 1.

2.

The flashing cursor highlights the heading mode
field. Turn the small right knob to select thedesired heading mode: Magnetic, True, or User.

3.

If User Heading is selected, the flashing cursor
will highlight the Heading field. Turn the small
right knob to the desired heading values,
hemisphere and then degrees.

NOTE: Installations with certain autopilots, such as
the KAP 140 and KFC225, do not allow automatic ILS
CDI switching.

“Auto” ILS CDI Capture switches the CDI
output from GPS to the VLOC receiver as you
intercept the final approach course.

NOTE: Manual (User) selection of the heading value isavailable for units with SW Version 3.30, or later.
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4.

Press ENT to accept the selection. (The heading
modes are described previously in the Units/
Position section.)

To change the units of measure:1.

Select “Units / Position” from the Setup
Page.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thedesired units of measure category. The following categories, and corresponding units ofmeasure, are available:• DIS, SPD — distance and speed in Nautical(nautical miles/knots), Statute (miles/miles
per hour) or Metric (kilometers/kilometers perhour) terms.
• ALT, VS — altitude and vertical speed in Feet/
feet per minute, Meters/meters per minute, orMeters/meters per second.
• PRESSURE — barometric pressure in Inchesor Millibars.
• TEMP — temperature in degrees Celsius or
Fahrenheit.
• FUEL — fuel units in Gallons, Imperial Gallons, Kilograms, Liters or Pounds.
3. Turn the small right knob to select the desired
units of measure for the selected category.
Press ENT to accept the selection.

To change the position format:

1.

Select “Units / Position” from the Setup
Page.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the“Position Format” field.

3.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
position format. The following position formats
are available:• hdd°mm.mmm — latitude and longitude in
degrees and decimal minutes• hdd°mm’ss.s” — latitude and longitude in
degrees, minutes and decimal seconds• MGRS — Military Grid Reference System• UTM/UPS — Universal Transverse Mercator /Universal Polar Stereographic grids
4. Press ENT to accept the selected format.
Map Datum:

The Map Datum may not be changed.

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Date / TimeTo display local time or UTC:

1.

Select “Date / Time” from the Setup Page.

2.

The flashing cursor highlights the “TimeFormat” field. Turn the small right knob todisplay a window of available time formats:
Local 12hr, Local 24hr, or UTC.
4.

Press ENT to accept the selected offset.
NOTE: When a local time offset is entered, youmust also select “Local 12 hour” or “Local 24hour” time format. The “UTC” time format setting
ignores any time offset entry.

Display Backlight.

3.

Continue turning the small right knob toselect the desired time format.

4.

Press ENT to accept the selection.

To set the local time:

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1.

Select “Date / Time” from the Setup Page.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight thetime offset field.

3.

Use the small and large right knobs to enter thedesired offset, beginning by entering a minus (-) orplus (+) sign to indicate whether the offset isbehind UTC or ahead of UTC. (In the UnitedStates, all local time offsets are minus, or
behind UTC.)To change the backlighting intensity:

1.

Select “Display Backlight” from the Setup
Page.

2.

The flashing cursor highlights the backlight“Mode” field. Turn the small right knob toselect the desired mode: Auto or Manual. Press
ENT to accept the selection.

3.

If “Manual” is selected, the flashing cursor
moves to the backlight “Level” field. Turn thesmall right knob to select the desired level.
Press ENT to accept the selection.

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Nearest Airport Criteria

NOTE: Exercise caution when changing the Nearest Airport Criteria. Remember, by excluding certain
surface types or shorter runway lengths, you may be
excluding airports from the nearest list that are morethan adequate for an emergency landing!

To set the minimum runway length and runway
surface:1.

Select “Nearest Airport Criteria” from the Setup
Page.

2.

The flashing cursor highlights the “Runway
Surface” field. Turn the small right knob
to select the desired surface. The following
options are available:• Any surface• Hard surfaces Only

Data Field Configuration
To change the configuration of the data field
below the VLOC window:

1.

Select “Data Field Configuration” from the
Setup Page.

2.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
data field option. The following options areavailable:• Hard / Soft surfaces• Water landings only3.

Press ENT to accept the runway surface selection.

4.

The flashing cursor moves to the minimum
runway length field. To enter a different minimum runway length, use the small and large
right knobs to enter the desired length. Press
ENT when finished.
A runway length of “0”(or a very short length)
will report all available runways.

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to a nearby localizer, the localizer identifier,associated airport and runway are displayed
instead.
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3.
4.

display traffic information. This allows you
to monitor traffic conditions from ANY pageand quickly identify traffic hazards. See the400W/500W Series Display Interfaces Pilot's
Guide Addendum for more information on
traffic data.
Press ENT to accept the selection.
If “Configurable Data Fields” is selected, asecond selection field appears to allow you
to select the desired data type. Turn the large
right knob to highlight this second field, thenturn the small right knob to display a listof available navigation data types. Continue
turning the small right knob to select thedesired data type and press ENT to approveyour selection.

COM Configuration
To set the COM channel spacing:1.

Select “COM Configuration” from the Setup 1
Page.

2.

The flashing cursor highlights the channel spacing field. Turn the small right knob to selectthe desired channel spacing: 8.33 kHz or 25.0
kHz. Press ENT when finished.

8.33 kHz and 25.0 kHz channel spacing areavailable for the GNS 530W’s COM transceiver. Use the 25.0 kHz setting in the UnitedStates.
Preset Com Frequencies

On units configured for COM Frequency Presets
you may store up to 15 preset Com frequencies in the
Com Configuration page. On units configured with aremote Com frequency recall switch, these preset frequencies can be loaded into the STBY frequency withthe press of a button.
NOTE: Preset Com Frequencies are only available withMain System Software Version 3.00, or later.

To store a preset Com frequency:

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1.

Select “COM Configuration” from the Setup 1
Page.

2.

The flashing cursor will highlight the Channel
Spacing field. Turn the large right knob tohighlight the left (non-decimal) part of the firstfrequency field.

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3.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
frequency.

4.

Turn the large right knob to highlight the right(decimal) part of the frequency field.

Restoring Factory Settings

When making changes to any Setup 1 Page item,
a “Restore Defaults?” menu selection allows you torestore the original factory settings (for the selected
option only). For example, with the CDI / Alarms Page
displayed, the “Restore Defaults?” option restores thearrival alarm, all airspace alarms and CDI settings tothe original factory values.
To restore a Setup 1 Page item to the original factory settings:

1.

Select the desired item from the Setup 1 Page.

2.

Press MENU to display a page options window.

3.

With “Restore Defaults?” highlighted, press
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5.

Turn the small right knob to select the desired
frequency.

6.

Repeat for the desired frequencies. Press thesmall right knob to finish.

When the remote Com frequency recall switch ispressed, the next preset frequency will be moved into
the Com Standby frequency box and a small window
with the current Com Frequency Preset number willappear next to it. You can scroll down through thepreset frequencies by repeatedly pressing the remote
Com Frequency recall switch. Empty Preset slots are
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SBAS Selection

To enable WAAS operation, in the Setup 2 page
select the SBAS (Space-Based Augmentation System)
item and then select WAAS. If WAAS is disabled, theunit will not be able to fly WAAS approaches (LP, LPV,
LP +V, LNAV/VNAV, or LNAV+V).
If WAAS was previously disabled, it may take several minutes to achieve a 3D-Diff fix after re-enabling
WAAS.
1.

Select “SBAS Selection” from the Setup 2 Page
and press ENT.

To enable WAAS operation, select the “SBAS
Selection” menu option.

3.

Turn the small right knob to select “On” or“Off” and then press ENT. Press the Cursor
knob to exit WAAS selection.
NOTE: There may be other SBAS selections available, such as MSAS.

To enable WAAS operation, select the “SBAS
Selection” menu option.

2.

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The flashing cursor highlights the WAAS status
selection. Turn the small right knob to allow
On/Off selection.

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Vertical Navigation Page

Section 10
Vertical Navigation (VNAV)The 500W-series Vertical Navigation Page allows
you to create a three-dimensional profile which guides
you from your present position and altitude to a final(target) altitude at a specified location. This is helpfulwhen you’d like to descend to a certain altitude nearan airport. Once the profile is defined, message alerts
and additional data on the Default NAV and Map
Pages keep you informed of your progress.

A message alert lets you know when to
begin a VNAV descent...

To display the Vertical Navigation Page, press the
VNAV key.
Target Altitude

Altitude Reference(AGL or MSL)

Target Distance(from reference)

Target Reference

Vertical Speed Desired

Vertical Speed Required

VNAV is inhibited in the following conditions:

•
•
•
•
•
•

Groundspeed is less than 35 knots
No active flight plan or direct-to destination
SUSP mode
Vectors-to-Final mode
VLOC mode
After the FAF on an approach
WARNING: VNAV is to be used for advisory
purposes only. VNAV messages or vertical speed
required should not be used to maintain terrain
or ATC clearances. Terrain and ATC clearances are
the sole responsibility of the pilot.
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Vertical Navigation Profile
To create a vertical navigation profile:1.

Press VNAV to display the Vertical Navigation
Page.

2.

Press the small right knob to activate thecursor.

3.

With the “Target Altitude” field highlighted,
turn the small and large right knobs to selectthe target altitude and press ENT.
6.

Turn the small right knob to select “Before”
or “After”, and press ENT. This setting designates whether the offset distance defines apoint before you reach the target reference
waypoint or after you reach the waypoint. The“After” selection is not available for the last
waypoint.

Turn the small and large right knobs to selecta target altitude. The target altitude can beabove field elevation (for an airport) or you
can specify an MSL altitude for any waypoint
category.

4.

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Turn the small right knob to select “AboveWpt” (AGL) or “MSL”, and press ENT. “AboveWpt” uses the altitude of a destination airport
as stored on the Jeppesen NavData card.
“MSL” lets you set a specific target altitude
for any waypoint category: airport, VOR, NDB,
intersection or user waypoint.
Turn the small and large right knobs to selecta distance from the target reference waypoint
and press ENT. If the target altitude should
occur at the target reference waypoint, entera distance of zero.

Turn the small right knob to select whether
the distance is “Before” or “After” the reference waypoint.

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When using a flight plan, the target reference waypoint itself can be specified fromthe waypoints contained in the flight plan. Bydefault, the last waypoint in the flight plan isselected. To select a different waypoint, turnthe small right knob to select the desired
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8.

The default profile utilizes a 400 foot-perminute descent rate. To change the rate, turnthe large right knob to highlight the “VSProfile” field and use the small and large
right knobs to enter a new rate. Press ENT
when finished.

VNAV calculation.
• At 500 feet above the target altitude, an“Approaching Target Altitude” message is provided. The VSR readout on the Default NAV and
Map Pages is blanked out, at this point.
Vertical navigation messages can be turned on oroff. (By default the messages are off.) Turning the messages off allows you to keep the profile settings you’ve
entered previously, without having them generate messages when the feature isn’t needed.
To disable/enable the vertical navigation (VNAV)
messages:

The default profile is a 400 foot-per-minutedescent. Use the small and large right knobs
to enter a different vertical speed figure.

With the profile set, the vertical speed required(VSR) is displayed on the Vertical Navigation Page.
Expect the following to occur when using the verticalnavigation feature:• At one minute prior to reaching the initialdescent point, a message “Approaching VNAVProfile” occurs. The descent angle also locks
to prevent changes in speed from altering the
profile.
• If selected, the vertical speed required (VSR)
readout on the default NAV and map pages
shows the desired vertical speed to maintain theproper descent angle. Maximum VSR that canbe displayed is -6000 ft/min. If VSR exceeds-6000 ft/min, dashes will be displayed.
• Course reversals are not included in the VNAV
calculations until the aircraft begins the course
reversal. While reversing course, VNAV includes
direct-to the course reversal wayopint in the1.

Press MENU to display the Vertical Navigation
Page Options menu.

2.

With “VNAV Messages On?” highlighted, press
ENT. Or, if the messages are already on andyou wish to turn them off, make sure “VNAV
Messages Off?” is highlighted and press
ENT.

Select “VNAV Messages On?” to display thevertical navigation alert message.
To restore the factory default VNAV settings:

1.

Press MENU to display the Vertical Navigation
Page Options menu.

2.

Turn the large right knob to highlight“Restore Defaults?” and press ENT.

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Section 11
Fault Detection and Exclusion (FDE)Interface
Fault Detection and Exclusion (FDE)The Garmin 500W-series software incorporates
a Fault Detection and Exclusion (FDE) algorithm,
thus providing a basis for approval per FAA Notice
N8110.60 requirements for “GPS as a Primary Meansof Navigation for Oceanic/Remote Operations”.
The FDE consists of two distinct features, fault
detection and fault exclusion. The fault detection
feature detects the presence of an unacceptably large
pseudorange error for a satellite (and presumably,
position error) for a given mode of flight. Upon detection, fault exclusion follows and excludes the sourceof the unacceptably large pseudorange error , thereby
allowing navigation to return to normal performance
without an interruption in service. To enhance safety,
FDE functionality is provided for other phases of flight(non-precision approach, terminal, en route). The FDE
functionality for non-oceanic flight phases complies
with missed alert probability, false alert probability andfailed exclusion probability specified by DO-229C /TSO-C146a.

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Pre-departure Verification of FDE

An FDE prediction must be performed prior to
departure for a flight plan involving Oceanic/Remote
operation where GPS is to be the sole source ofnavigation. Prior to departure, the operator must
use the FDE prediction program supplied with the
400W/500W-series Trainer CD to demonstrate that
there are no outages in the capability to navigate
on the specified route of flight (the FDE prediction
program determines whether the GPS constellation isrobust enough to provide a navigation solution for the
specified route of flight). Please, refer to the instructions included in the Garmin 400W/500W-series
Training CD for complete details on using the FDE
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Section 12

Messages, Abbreviations,& Nav Terms

Messages
The 500W-series unit uses a flashing “MSG” annunciator at the bottom of the screen (directly above the MSGkey) to alert you of any important information or warnings.
While most messages are advisory in nature, warning messages may require your intervention. Whenever the “MSG”
annunciator flashes, press the MSG key to display themessage, when pilot workload allows. Press MSG again to
return to the previous page.
The following is a list of available messages and their meanings:
ABORT APPROACH — Loss of Navigation — Execute
missed approach using other navigation equipment.
ADS-B traffic has failed — The ADS-B traffic system may
have lost GPS position or detected an internal fault. Contact
dealer for service.
ADS-B transmit has failed — ADS-B unit is not able totransmit a message due to a failure with the ADS-B systemor antenna(s). Contact dealer for service.
ADS-B is not transmitting position — The ADS-B unit
has detected a position input falut. Contact dealer forservice.
ADS-B fault - Check ADS-B Status Page — A fault has
been detected. Check the ADS-B unit Status page in Aux
mode.
ADS-B - Connection has been lost — The GNS is configured for a traffic device but is not receiving data from it.
Traffic will not be displayed on the GNS. Contact dealer forservice.
ADS-B Traffic Alerting not available — The ADS-B traffic system is reporting that the CSA application has failed.
Traffic alerting on ADS-B traffic is unavailable. Ensure theaircraft has a clear view of the sky. If the problem persists.
Contact dealer for service.

Airport terrain database integrity error — The
500W-series unit has detected a problem with a databaseon the TAWS/Terrain data card. The data is not usable andthe card should be returned to your Garmin dealer.
Airspace ahead — less than 10 minutes — Your GPS-calculated course is projected to enter a special use airspace within
10 minutes. This message is automatically disabled within 30
NM of an arrival airport, when an approach is loaded.
Airspace near and ahead — Your GPS-calculated
position is within 2 NM of the boundary of a special use
airspace and your course is projected to enter the airspace.
This message is automatically disabled within 30 NM of anarrival airport, when an approach is loaded.
All data referenced to True North — The unit does nothave a valid aviation database, so it cannot compute magnetic variation.
Approach downgraded — Use LNAV minima — Thismessage will occur 60 seconds prior to the FAF if flying
LNAV+V, L/VNAV, LP, or LPV approaches and WAAS
integrity parameters have fallen below minimal limits. As aresult, vertical guidance has been discontinued and the LP,
LPV, LP +V, LNAV+V, or L/VNAV approach you were flying
has been downgraded.
Approach is not active — The approach could not transition to “active”, at 2 NM or closer to the FAF. Verify that
“SUSP” DOES NOT appear directly above the OBS key,indicating the auto waypoint sequencing is suspended.
This message also appears if Receiver Autonomous Integrity
Monitoring (RAIM) has determined that sufficient GPS
satellite coverage DOES NOT exist for the phase of flight
you are currently in (along with a “RAIM not available from
FAF to MAP” message).
Approaching target altitude — The current GPS-computed altitude is within 500 feet of the final Vertical Navigation target altitude.
Approaching VNAV profile — You are within one minuteof reaching the initial Vertical Navigation descent point.

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12 - MESSAGESABBREVIATIONS &NAV TERMSAPR Guidance Available - Use PROC before A/P APR— For units configured with the KAP140 or KFC225 autopilot, this message reminds pilots, when they turn on course
to the FAF, that they need to enable autopilot outputs (bypressing PROC and selecting “Enable A/P APR Outputs?”)
before switching the autopilot control panel to APR.
Arrival at waypoint [waypoint name] — You are within
the arrival alarm circle for the indicated waypoint. The sizeof the arrival alarm circle is defined from the “CDI / alarms”
menu option on the Setup Page.
Audio database integrity error — The 500W-series unit
has detected a problem with the built-in TAWS Audio Database. TAWS audio alerts are not available. The unit should
be returned to your Garmin dealer for service.
Aviation database integrity error — The 500W-series
unit has detected a problem with a database on the NavData® card. The data is not usable and the card should be
returned to Jeppesen or your Garmin dealer for service.
Bad geometry, parallel offset not activated — parallel
offset is not activated because of flight plan geometry.
Basemap database integrity error — The 500W-series
unit has detected a failure in the built-in basemap (landdata) database. Land data does not appear on the Map Page.
Other unit functions continue to work normally, however
the 500W-series unit should be taken to your Garmindealer for service at your earliest convenience.
Boot block verify failed - Return unit for repair —System integrity testing has determined that the boot block
has become corrupted. Return the unit to your Garmindealer for service.
Cannot navigate locked FPL — You have attempted
to navigate a flight plan (FPL) with one or more locked
waypoints. A waypoint can be “locked” when the NavData®
card is replaced and the waypoint(s) does not exist in the
new database or if attempting to crossfill user waypoints
when no empty user-defined waypoint slots exist (willcreate a “lockd” point in flight plan).
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Can’t change an active waypoint — An attempt has
been made to modify the position of the active “to” or“from” waypoint. The 500W-series unit does not allow
modifications to user waypoints currently being utilized fornavigation guidance.
Can’t delete an active or FPL waypoint — An attempt
has been made to delete the active “to” or “from” user
waypoint. The 500W-series unit does not allow you todelete user waypoints currently being utilized for navigation guidance.
CDI key stuck — The CDI key is stuck in the enabled (or“pressed”) state. Try pressing the CDI key again to cycle its
operation. Check for proper operation of both the internal
and remote keys (if present). If the message persists, contact
your Garmin dealer for assistance.
CDI key disabled — The installation has disabled the
CDI key so that systems (such as an EFIS) connected to the500W series unit will always have GPS deviation data on
one output (main) and VLOC deviation data on the other
output (Nav). See your installer for more information.
Check unit cooling — The 500W-series unit has detectedexcessive display backlighting temperature. The backlighting has been automatically dimmed to reduce the temperature. Check for adequate ventilation or check coolingairflow. Contact your Garmin dealer for assistance.
COM has failed — (GNS 530W only) The unit has
detected a failure in its communications transceiver. The
COM transceiver is not available and the unit should be
returned to your Garmin dealer for service.
COM is not responding — (GNS 530W only) Internal
system-to-system communication between the main processor and the COM transceiver has failed. Operational statusof the COM transceiver is unknown and the unit should be
returned to your Garmin dealer for service.

If the Com board is still working, it will automaticallytune to 121.500 MHz. Transmit and receive functions
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COM needs service — (GNS 530W only) The unit has
detected a failure in its communications transceiver. The
COM transceiver may still be usable, but the unit should
be returned (at your earliest convenience) to your Garmindealer for service.
COM push-to-talk key stuck — (GNS 530W only) The
external push-to-talk (PTT) switch is stuck in the enabled(or “pressed”) state. Try pressing the PTT switch again tocycle its operation. If the message persists, contact yourGarmin dealer for assistance.
COM remote transfer key is stuck — (GNS 530W only)
The remote COM transfer switch is stuck in the enabled(or “pressed”) state. Try pressing the switch again to cycle
its operation. If the message persists, contact your Garmindealer for assistance.
COM transfer key stuck — (GNS 530W only) The
COM flip-flop key is stuck in the enabled (or “pressed”)
state. Try pressing the COM flip-flop key again to cycle
its operation. If the message persists, contact your Garmindealer for assistance.
COM transmitter power has been reduced — (GNS
530W only) The unit has detected excessive unit temperature and/or an insufficient voltage level. The COM transceiver transmit power has been automatically reduced tocompensate for the condition. For excessive temperatures,check for adequate ventilation or check cooling air flow.
If the message persists, contact your Garmin dealer forassistance.
Configuration error - Config service req’d — The configuration information provided by the installer has been
lost or corrupted. Contact your Garmin dealer for service.
Data transfer cancelled (crossfill is busy) — An
attempt to transfer flight plan data during a unit-to-unit
crossfill was cancelled. The host unit is busy. Wait until any
previous crossfill operation is complete, before re-attempting the transfer.

Data transfer cancelled (data invalid) — An attempt totransfer a single user waypoint during a unit-to-unit crossfill
was cancelled. No waypoint was specified on the Crossfill
Page. Select a user waypoint and re-attempt the transfer.
Data transfer cancelled (version mismatch) — An attempt
to transfer data during a unit-to-unit crossfill was cancelled.
The database versions of the two 500W-series unit are not
identical. If necessary, update the database(s) so they match.
Contact Jeppesen or your Garmin dealer for assistance.
Data transfer error, please re-transmit — An error was
detected during unit-to-unit crossfill of user data (userwaypoints and/or flight plans). The data transfer should be
re-attempted.
Data transfer is complete — The unit-to-unit crossfill of
all user waypoint data has finished.
Database changed, validate user modified procedures— You have modified one or more approaches, departures or
arrivals from their original published form. When the NavData® card is replaced (database update), you must manually
verify your changes in the new database. This message occurs
each time a flight plan containing a modified procedure(generated from a prior database version) is activated. To
eliminate the message, re-create the flight plan from the new
database, then make the desired modifications.
Display backlight failure — The 500W-series unit has
detected a failure in the display backlighting. The unit
should be taken to your Garmin dealer for service.
Do not use for navigation — The 500W-series unit is in
Demo Mode and must not be used for actual navigation.
FPL has been truncated — The flight plan (FPL) was
truncated because not enough room existed to insert anapproach, departure or arrival. This may occur upon power
up when a database change increases the number of waypoints within an instrument procedure.
FPL is full — remove unnecessary waypoints — An
attempt has been made to add more than 100 waypoints
to a flight plan (FPL). The 500W-series unit does not allow
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FPL waypoint is locked — At least one flight plan (FPL)
waypoint is locked because the waypoint has been removed
from the current NavData® card (database change), the datacard is missing, or the data card has failed.
FPL waypoint moved — The position data for one ormore flight plan (FPL) waypoints moved at least 0.33 arc
minutes in the current NavData® card (database change).
G/S has failed — (GNS 530W only) The unit has detecteda failure in its glideslope receiver. The glideslope receiver
is not available and the unit should be returned to yourGarmin dealer for service.
G/S is not responding — (GNS 530W only) Internal
system-to-system communication between the main processor and the glideslope receiver has failed. Operational statusof the glideslope receiver is unknown and the unit should
be returned to your Garmin dealer for service.
G/S needs service — (GNS 530W only) The unit has
detected a failure in its glideslope receiver. The glideslope
receiver may still be usable, but the unit should be returned (atyour earliest convenience) to your Garmin dealer for service.
GAD configuration required — The GAD 42 Interface
Adapter has lost the configuration information stored in its
internal memory. Any mechanical indicators connected toyour 500W-series unit are unusable and the GAD 42 should
be returned to your Garmin dealer for service.
GAD needs service — The 500W-series unit has detected a
failure in the GAD 42 interface adapter. Any mechanical indicators connected to your unit are unusable and the GAD 42
should be returned to your Garmin dealer for service.
GDL 69 is not responding — No data is being received
from the GDL 69. If the problem persists, contact yourGarmin dealer for service.
GDL 88 is unable to transmit ADS-B messages —The GDL 88 is reporting that it has a problem transmitting ADS-B messages. The unit may not be trasmitting
ADS-B information correctly and the traffic picture may be
degraded.
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GDL 88 Service Required — The GDL 88 is reporting thatit has a problem with receiving ADS-B data. The unit may
continue to function, but the traffic picture may be degraded.
GDL 88 Traffic Failure — The GDL 88 is reporting thatis has a problem processing all traffic information. The traffic function of the GDL 88 is unavailable.
GDL 88 ADS-B traffic has failed or GDL 88 Traffic
Failure — The GDL 88 is reporting that it has a problem
processing ADS-B traffic data. The ADS-B traffic picture
may be degraded.
GDL 88 Traffic Alerting not available or GDL 88 CSA
Failure — The GDL 88 is reporting that the CSA application
has failed. Traffic alerting on ADS-B traffic is unavailable.
GDL 88 Connection has been lost — The GNS unit
cannot communicatie with the datalink. Data from the datalink will not be available.
GDL 88 ADS-B transmit has failed — The GDL 88 isunable to transmit. If the problem persists, contact yourGarmin dealer for service.
GDL 88 ADS-B is not transmitting position — The
GDL 88 is not transmitting. If the problem persists, contact
your Garmin dealer for service.
GDL 88 ADS-B fault - Check GDL 88 Status Page — A
fault has been detected. Check the GDL 88 Status page in
Aux mode.
GPS is not responding - Check GPS antenna — Internal system-to-system communication between the mainprocessor and the GPS receiver has failed. Operational
status of the GPS receiver is unknown and the unit should
be returned to your Garmin dealer for service after firstchecking antenna connections or for a short in the antenna.
GPS needs service — The 500W-series unit has detecteda failure in its GPS receiver. The GPS receiver may still beusable, but the unit should be returned (at your earliest
convenience) to your Garmin dealer for service.
GTN transfer canceled version mismatch — The GNS
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GTN flight plan not supported — The GTN active flightplan contains a waypoint that is not recognized by the
GNS, e.g. GTN has a European waypoint and the GNS
Navigation Database is North America only.
Inside airspace — Your GPS-calculated position lies
within the boundaries of a special use airspace. This message is automatically disabled within 30 NM of an arrival
airport, when an approach is loaded.
Insufficient Terrain Database Resolution – The
installed terrain database does not have sufficient resolution
to support HTAWS.
Invalid closest pt of FPL — A closest point cannot becreated from the waypoint entered on the “Closest point offlight plan” window. This occurs when the selected waypoint is beyond the limits of all legs in the flight plan, too
far away, or when a unique waypoint name for the closest
point cannot be created.
Invalid FPL modification — An attempt was made tomodify the final course segment (FAF to MAP) of an instrument approach. The 500W-series unit does not allow themodifications.
Invalid waypoint ident — An attempt was made tocreate a user waypoint with an invalid name. The 500Wseries unit does not allow spaces between characters in the
waypoint name.
Large magnetic variance — Verify all course angles— A valid value of magnetic variation is not available forthis location. Check all course angles manually.
Loss of GPS Navigation - Use other NAV if available— The Dead Reckoning annunciator appears on the left
side of the map display when GPS position is unavailable
and the unit is in Dead Reckoning mode. Dead Reckoning
mode will continue until GPS position is restored.
Loss of integrity — cross-check NAV — The GPS position does not meet necessary criteria. Use other navigation
devices to verify your position and navigation.
Low Battery - Unit Needs Service — Time data may
have been lost due to a memory battery failure

MAIN processor requires service — The 500W-series
unit has detected a failure in the main system processor.
The 500W-series unit is not usable and should be taken to
your Garmin dealer for service.
Near airspace — less than 2 nm — Your GPS-calculated
position is within 2 NM of a special use airspace boundary,
but you are not projected to enter the airspace. This message is automatically disabled within 30 NM of an arrival
airport, when an approach is loaded.
No altitude input is being received — No altitude data
is being received from RS-232 (Serializer: Icarus, Rosetta or
Shadin) or grey code inputs. If the problem persists, contact
your Garmin dealer and check the installation and installation settings.
No basemap data available — The 500W-series unit
has detected a failure in the built-in basemap (land data)
memory. Land data does not appear on the Map Page.
Other unit functions continue to work normally, however
the 500W-series unit should be taken to your Garmindealer for service at your earliest convenience.
NON WGS84 WPT — Do not use GPS for nav to[xxxxx]. The position of the selected waypoint [xxxxx] is
not calculated based on the WGS84 map reference datum
and may be positioned in error as displayed. Do not use
GPS to navigate to the selected non-WGS84 waypoint.
Non-WGS84 wpt navigation [xxxxx]. — The positionof the selected waypoint [xxxxx] is not calculated based on
the WGS84 map reference datum and may be positioned
in error as displayed. Do not use GPS to navigate to theselected non-WGS84 waypoint.
Not receiving input data on 429 Channel #1 or #2 — No
data has been received on the ARINC 429 channel connection
for a period exceeding five seconds. If the problem persists,
the installation should be checked by your Garmin dealer.
Not receiving input data on 232 Channel #(1 through5) — No data has been received on one (or more) of the
RS-232 channel connections for a period exceeding ten
seconds. If the problem persists, the installation should bechecked by your Garmin dealer.

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Not receiving traffic data — No traffic data is being
received. If the problem persists, the installation should bechecked by your Garmin dealer.
NRST key stuck – The NRST key is stuck in the enabled(or “pressed”) state. Try pressing the NRST key again tocycle its operation. If the message persists, contact yourGarmin dealer for assistance.

Select appropriate frequency for approach — You areinbound and within 3 NM of the FAF; and the active VLOC
frequency does not match the published frequency for theapproach. Tune the standby VLOC frequency to the proper
frequency and press the VLOC flip-flop key to “activate”
the frequency.

OBS key stuck — The OBS key is stuck in the enabled(or pressed) state. Try pressing the OBS key again to cycle
its operation. Check for proper operation of both the internal and remote keys (if present). If the message persists,
contact your Garmin dealer for assistance.

Select VLOC on CDI for approach — (GNS 530W only)
You are inbound and within 3 NM of the FAF; and theactive approach is not a GPS-approved approach. Verify
that the VLOC receiver is tuned to the proper frequency
and press the CDI key to display “VLOC” (directly above
the CDI key).

OBS not available — The OBS mode could not be
activated, because 1) no destination waypoint has been
selected, or 2) the GPS receiver cannot currently determine
its position.

Set course to [###]° — The course select for the external
CDI (or HSI) should be set to the specified course. The
message only occurs when the current selected course differsfrom the desired track by 10°, or greater.

Obstacle database integrity error — The 500W-series
unit has detected a problem with a database on the TAWS/
Terrain data card. The data is not usable and the cardshould be returned to your Garmin dealer for service.

Steep turn ahead — This message appears approximately
one minute prior to a turn in one of the following three
conditions: 1) the turn requires a bank angle in excess of
25° in order to stay on course, 2) the turn requires a coursechange greater than 175°, or 3) during a DME arc approach
the turn anticipation distance exceeds 90 seconds.

Position outside terrain database coverage region–This is supplemental information to explain why “TER
N/A” is being annunciated.
RAIM position warning — Although sufficient GPS
satellite coverage may exist, Receiver Autonomous Integrity
Monitoring (RAIM) has determined the information fromone or more GPS satellites may be in error. The resulting
GPS position may be in error beyond the limits allowed
for your current phase of flight. Cross-check your position
with an alternate navigation source. If the warning occurs
during a final approach segment (FAF to MAP), execute thepublished missed approach.

Stored data was lost — All user waypoints, flight plans
and system settings have been lost due to a system reset.
Stormscope device has failed — The 500W-series unit
cannot communicate with the WX-500 and/or the WX-500
is reporting a system failure.
Stormscope heading has failed — The WX 500 isreporting invalid heading data. The failure may be within
the WX 500 or other connected equipment.

Scheduler message [1-9]— [user entered text] — The
user-entered scheduler message time has expired, and thescheduler message is displayed.

TAWS has failed — The 500W-series unit has detected a
failure in its TAWS system. The most likely cause is a missing or corrupt Terrain database. If the Terrain database is
not the cause, the unit should be returned to your Garmindealer for service.

Searching the sky — The 500W-series unit is searching thesky for GPS satellites.

TAWS inhibit key stuck — The external TAWS inhibit
key is stuck.

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HTAWS aural suppression input is stuck.
TAWS reduced protection key is stuck — The external
TAWS reduced protection key is stuck.
TCAD altitude data invalid — If the Ryan TCAD has
an altitude failure, the TCAD will announce an altitude
failure aurally (“TCAD ALTITUDE DATA INVALID”) but
continue operating. The relative altitude for the targets will
be invalid.
TCAD device needs service — The GDL 88 is reportingthat the external traffic system has a low battery.
TERRAIN configuration conflict — The current TAWS/
Terrain configuration is not supported by the hardware.
The TAWS hardware may have failed, or the unit may
be misconfigured. The unit’s terrain capabilities will be
downgraded to “Terrain” instead of “TAWS”. Contact yourGarmin dealer for service.
TERRAIN configuration has changed — The unit’s terrain/TAWS settings have changed since it was last turned onin normal mode. Contact your Garmin dealer for service.
Terrain database integrity error — The 500W-series unit
has detected a problem with a database on the TAWS/Terrain data card. The data is not usable and the card should
be returned to your Garmin dealer for service.
TERRAIN has failed — The unit has detected a failurein the terrain system. The most likely cause is a missing
or corrupt Terrain database. Terrain functionality is notavailable. If the Terrain database is not the cause, the unit
should be returned to your Garmin dealer for service.
Timer has expired — The count down timer has reachedzero.
Traffic device has failed — The 500W-series unit cannot
communicate with the SKY497 or TCAD and/or the SKY497
or TCAD is reporting a system failure. This can also be displayed due to GDL 88 failure.

Traffic device needs service — the traffic device is reporting a system failure. The unit may still be usable, but should
be returned (at your earliest convenience) to your Garmindealer for service.
True north approach - Change Mag Var HDG to true
— The selected approach requires navigation information
be referenced to true north. In the AUX function, change
Heading Mode to “true.”
User card format unknown — A data card has been
inserted, but the format of the card is not recognized.
User Magnetic Variation is active – Note that “User” isselected on the AUX -- Units/Mag Var page and the magnetic variation value provided on that page is being used.
VLOC has failed — The GNS 530W has detected a failure
in its VLOC receiver. The VLOC receiver is not available
and the unit should be returned to your Garmin dealer forservice.
VLOC is not responding — (GNS 530W only) Internal
system-to-system communication between the main processor and the VLOC receiver has failed. Operational statusof the VLOC receiver is unknown and the unit should be
returned to your Garmin dealer for service.
VLOC needs service — (GNS 530W only) The unit has
detected a failure in its VLOC receiver. The VLOC receiver
may still be usable, but the unit should be returned (at yourearliest convenience) to your Garmin dealer for service.
VLOC remote transfer key is stuck — (GNS 530W
only) The remote VLOC transfer switch is stuck in theenabled (or “pressed”) state. Try pressing the switch again
to cycle its operation. If the message persists, contact yourGarmin dealer for assistance.
VLOC transfer key stuck — (GNS 530W only) The
VLOC flip-flop key is stuck in the enabled (or “pressed”)
state. Try pressing the VLOC flip-flop key again to cycle
its operation. If the message persists, contact your Garmindealer for assistance.

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Waypoint already exists — The name you have entered
for a user waypoint already exists in memory.
Waypoint(s) have been replaced — One or more user waypoints were updated during a unit-to-unit crossfill operation.

Waypoint import successful - No stored FPL data
was modified — The Flight Plan file contained one ormore User Waypoints and there were no errors when adding
them to the User Database.

Waypoint memory is full — You have used all 1000 user
waypoint locations in the 500W-series unit memory. Delete
unwanted waypoints to make room for new entries.

Flight plan import failed — The unit failed to load
any information from the Flight Plan file. (Neither the Flight
Plan Catalog nor the User Database was modified.)

Turn Advisory and Arrival Annunciations

File contains waypoints only — The Flight Plan file
did not contain any Route Points but one or more User
Waypoints were imported successfully.

The following annunciator messages may appear in thelower right corner of the 500W-series unit display:
Arriving at waypoint — Arriving at the destination waypoint for the active leg.
Hold direct — “Direct” holding pattern entry.

FPL too long, truncated (appended to the importresults text) — The Flight Plan file contained more RoutePoints than a flight plan can support.

Hold parallel — “Parallel” holding pattern entry.
Hold teardrop — “Teardrop” holding pattern entry.
Left to xxx° in xx sec — Turn advisory. Turn to the indicated heading by the time shown.
Left to xxx° now — Turn advisory. Turn to the indicatedheading by the time shown.
Next DTK xxx° in xx sec — Waypoint alert. Prepare toturn to the indicated heading upon waypoint passage.
PTK end in xx sec — Parallel Offset is terminating.
Right to xxx° in xx sec — Turn advisory. Turn to the indicated heading by the time shown.
Right to xxx° now — Turn advisory. Turn to the indicatedheading by the time shown.
Flight Plan Transfer Messages
Flight plan imported successfully — The Flight Plan
file contained Route Points (that is, it didn’t contain only
User Waypoints) and there were no errors when importing them to the target position within the unit’s Flight Plan
Catalog.
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FPL import message(s): — The Flight Plan file contained Route Points (it didn’t contain only Waypoints) andthere were some errors or warnings (see below). Some or all
information was imported successfully.

Invalid FPL wpt(s) locked (appended to the importresults text) — The Flight Plan file contained one or more
Waypoints that could not be found in the navigation database or imported into the User Database.
User waypoint database full - Not all waypoints
loaded (appended to the import results text) — One ormore of the User Waypoints in the Flight Plan file were notcreated because the unit’s User Database is full (or became
full during the import operation).
User waypoint(s) renamed (appended to the importresults text) — One or more of the User Waypoints in the
Flight Plan file was renamed during the import operation.
Verify FPL before use (appended to the importresults text) — One or more of the User Waypoints orRoute Points to be imported were modified in some way(one or more of messages [f] through [i] were displayed) andchanges should be verified before using the flight plan for
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Abbreviations

CUM —Cumulative

The following is a list of abbreviations and acronyms
used on the 500W-series unit and their meanings:

DB —Database

DEN —Density

ACTV —

ActiveDEP —Departure

ALT —Altitude

DEPT —

Departure guidance

APR —ApproachDIS —Distance

APT —AirportDME —Distance Measuring Equipment

ARSPC —

Airspace

DP —Departure Procedure

DTK —Desired Track

ARTCC — Air Route Traffic Control Center
ARVL —

Arrival

AUX —Auxiliary

EFF —Efficiency

AVGAS —

Aviation-grade Gasoline

ELEV —

Elevation

AVTN —

Aviation

ENDUR — Endurance
ENR —En Route

BARO —

Barometric setting

ENT —

Enter

BRG —

Bearing To

EPU —Estimated Position Uncertainty

ESA —En Route Safe Altitude°C —Degree Celsius

ETA —Estimated Time of Arrival

C/V —COM/VLOC

ETE —Estimated Time En RouteCAS —Calibrated Airspeed

CDI —Course Deviation Indicator°F —Degrees Fahrenheit

CLR —

Clear

FAF —

Final Approach Fix

COM —Communications Transceiver

CRSR —

CursorCTA —ICAO Control Area

CTAF —
Common Traffic Advisory		Frequency
CTR —Center (see ARTCC)

FDE —Fault Detection and		Exclusion
FF —Fuel FlowFIR —Flight Information Region

FLTA—

Forward Looking Terrain Avoidance

FOB —Fuel On Board

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12 - MESSAGESABBREVIATIONS &NAV TERMSFPL —Flight PlankHz —Kilohertz

fpm —Feet Per Minute

km —Kilometers

FREQ —

Frequencykph —Kilometers Per HourFSS —Flight Service Station

kt —

Knots

ft —

Feet

G/S —

Glideslope

gl —Gallons

LAT/LON — Latitude/Longitude

GPS —Global Positioning Systemlb —PoundsGS —Ground Speed

LCL —

Local

LFOB —

Left-over Fuel On Board

LNAV —

Lateral Navigation only

HAL —Horizontal Alarm Limit

HDG —Heading

HFOM —

Horizontal Figure of Merithg —Inches of Mercury

HPL —Horizontal Protection Level

HWY —HighwayLPV —Lateral Precision Performance with
		Vertical Guidance

IAF —Intermediate Approach Fix

LP +V —
		ID —Identifier

LRES —

Left-over Fuel Reserve Timeig —Imperial Gallons

Lrg —

Large

ILS —

Instrument Landing Systemlt —LitersIND —Indicated

INT —Intersection°M —Degrees Magnetic

INTEG —

Integritym, mt —

MetersITI—

Imminent Terrain Impact

MAP —Missed Approach Point

MAHP —

Missed Approach Hold Point

MAPR —

Missed approach guidance

kg —
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L/VNAV — Lateral and vertical navigation
		
guidance, LNAV/VNAV service level

Kilograms

LNAV+V — Lateral Navigation with advisory
		vertical guidance
LOC —Localizer

LP —Lateral Precision Performance

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mb —Millibars of Pressure

PROC —

Procedure(s)Med —MediumPROV —

Province

PTK —Parallel Track

PWR —

Power

MGRS — Military Grid Reference System. A
		Position format
MHz —Megahertz

RAD —Radialmi —Statute Miles

RAIM —MOA —Military Operations Area

Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoringmph —Statute Miles Per HourREF —Reference

mpm —Meters Per Minute

REQ —Required / Requirements

mps —Meters Per Second

RESTRICTD —MSA —Minimum Safe Altitude

RNG —

Range

MSG —

Message

RTC —Required Terrain Clearance

MSL —Mean Sea Level

RX —Receive

mul —Multicom
SBAS —Space-Based Augmentation System

NATNL — National

SID —Standard Instrument Departure

NAV —

Sml —

Small

NAVAID — Navigational Aid

SPD —

Speed

NDB —

Non-Directional Radio Beacon

SQ —SquelchNM —Nautical Miles

SRFC —

Surface

NRST —

NearestSTAR —

Standard Terminal Arrival Route

NUM —NumberSUA —Special Use Airspace

Navigation

Restricted

SUSP — 	
Waypoint Sequencing Suspended
OBS —Omnibearing Selector

OCN —Oceanic°T —Degrees TrueTACAN —

Tactical Air Navigation

PDA —Premature Descent Alert

TAS —True Airspeed

P.POS —

Present Position

TAT —Total Air Temperature

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12 - MESSAGESABBREVIATIONS &NAV TERMSTEMP —

Temperature

VS —Vertical Speed

TER —Terrain

VSR —Vertical Speed Required

TERM —

Terminal

TKE —Track Angle Error

TMA —ICAO Terminal Control Area

WAAS —

Wide Area Augmentation System

TRANS — Transition

WPT —Waypoint

TRFC —

Traffic

WX —WeatherTRK —Track (also Ground Track) Angle

TRSA —

Terminal Radar Service Area

XTK —Crosstrack Error

twr —

Tower

TX —

Transmituni —UnicomUTC —Coordinated Universal Time (also
GMT or “zulu”)

UTM/UPS — Universal Transverse Mercator /Universal Polar Stereographic grids

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VAL —

Vertical Alarm Limit

VAR —Variation

VER —Version

VFOM —

Vertical Figure of Merit

VFR —Visual Flight Rules

VLOC —

VOR/Localizer Receiver

VNAV —

Vertical Navigation

VOL —VolumeVOR —VHF Omnidirectional Radio Range

VPL —Vertical Protection Level
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Navigation Terms

expressed in distance per fuel units (e.g., nautical
miles per gallon).

The following navigation terms are used on the
500W-series unit:
WPT 2
NORTH

EPU (estimated position uncertainty) — A
measure of satellite geometry quality and additional
factors, expressed as a horizontal position error in feetor meters.
DIS

DTK

ESA (en route safe altitude) — The recommended
minimum altitude within a ten mile radius of yourcourse on an active flight plan or direct-to.

BRG

ETA (estimate time of arrival) — The estimatedtime at which you will reach your destination
waypoint, based upon current speed and track.

TRK

XT

K

ETE (estimated time en route) — The time it willtake to reach the destination waypoint, from present
position, based upon current ground speed.

NE

S

G

ENDUR (endurance) — Flight endurance, or total
available flight time based upon available fuel.

A
PL

R

AI

FF (fuel flow) — The fuel flow rate, expressed in fuelunits per time (e.g., gallons per hour).

WPT 1

FOB (fuel on board) — The total amount of usable
fuel on board the aircraft.

ALT (altitude) — Height above mean sea level(MSL).
BRG (bearing) — The compass direction from yourpresent position to a destination waypoint.
CAS (calibrated airspeed) — Indicated airspeed
corrected for instrument errors.
CUM (cumulative) — The total of all legs in a flightplan (such as “cumulative distance”).
DIS (distance) — The geodesic path from your present position to a destination waypoint.
DTK (desired track) — The desired course between
the active “from” and “to” waypoints.
EFF (efficiency) — A measure of fuel consumption,

Geodesic — an arc path that follows the shortest distance along an ellipsoid model of the earth (WGS-84).
A geodesic is more accurate than a “great circle” whichassumes a perfect sphere model of the earth.
GS (ground speed) — The velocity you are travelling
relative to a ground position.
HDG (heading) — The direction an aircraft ispointed, based upon indications from a magnetic
compass or a properly set directional gyro.
IND (indicated) — Information provided by properly calibrated and set instrumentation in the aircraft
panel (e.g., “indicated altitude”).

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12 - MESSAGESABBREVIATIONS &NAV TERMSLFOB (left-over fuel onboard) — The amount offuel remaining on board after the completion of one ormore legs of a flight plan (or a direct-to).

TRK (track) — The direction of movement relative toa ground position. Also referred to as “ground track.”
VSR (vertical speed required) — The vertical
speed necessary to descend from current position andaltitude to a defined target position and altitude, based
upon your current ground speed.

LRES (left-over fuel reserve) — The amount of fuelremaining on board after the completion of a one ormore legs of a flight plan (or a direct-to), expressedin time and based upon a known fuel consumption(flow) rate.

XTK (crosstrack error) — The distance you are off adesired course in either direction, left or right.

MSA (minimum safe altitude) — Used Grid Minimum Off-route Altitudes (Grid MORAs) to determine a safe altitude within ten miles of your present
position. Grid MORAs are one degree latitude by one
degree longitude in size and clear all reference points
within the grid by 1000 feet in areas where the highest
reference point is 5000 feet MSL or lower. If the highest reference point is above 5000 feet, the Grid MORA
clears the highest reference point by 2000 feet.
TKE (track angle error) — The angle difference
between the desired track and your current track. An
arrow indicates the proper direction to turn to reduce
TKE to zero.

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NavData Card Use

Appendix A
NavData Card Use
The Jeppesen NavData® card supplied with your
500W-series unit should be installed or removed only
when the 500W-series unit is off. Insert the card withthe swing arm handle on the left and the label facingup (see illustration left). If the NavData card is notpresent when the unit is turned on, you will receivea “No Jeppesen Aviation Database - Limited to user
defined waypoints” message on the Database Confirmation Page. If the NavData card is removed during
operation, a “Data card removed-Unit will restart in 30
seconds” warning appears. The 500W-series unit automatically reinitializes even if the card is re-inserted.
You may also reinitialize the unit manually by pressing
ENT.

2.

Turn the swing arm handle outward until it
locks into place, perpendicular to the face ofthe 500W-series unit.

3.

Grasp the swing arm handle between yourthumb and forefinger, and pull directly awayfrom the face of the 500W-series unit to unseat
the connector and remove the NavData card.

To insert the NavData card:

1.

Place the card into the NavData card slot, withthe label facing up and the swing arm handle
on the left.
NOTE: There are two data card slots on the face of the
500W-series unit. The Jeppesen NavData® card should
be inserted in the left-most slot. The second slot isprovided for the TAWS/Terrain card.

2.

Press the NavData card into place until it seatson the internal connector and the front of thecard is flush with the face of the 500W-series
unit.

3.

If the swing arm handle is up, gently lower thehandle and push it into place — flush with theface of the 500W-series unit.

To remove the NavData card:

1.

Gently press on the tab — using a slightmotion toward the right — at the front centerof the NavData card. This partially deploys theswing arm handle.
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APPENDIX B
Specifications

Appendix B
Specifications
PHYSICAL
Unit Size: 6.25”W x 11.00”D x 4.60”H		(159mm x 279mm x 117mm)
Unit Weight with tray:		
500W 6.8 pounds (3.08 kg)
		530W 8.2 pounds (3.72 kg)
POWER
Input:
		

500W/530W
530AW		VOR PERFORMANCE (GNS 530W only)
Frequency Range:
108.00 MHz to			117.95 MHz
LOCALIZER PERFORMANCE (GNS 530W only)
Frequency Range:
108.10 MHz to			111.95 MHz
GLIDESLOPE PERFORMANCE (GNS 530W only)
Frequency Range:
329.15 MHz to 335.00 MHz

14/28 Volts DC
28 Volts DC

ENVIRONMENTAL
Temperature: -20°C to +55°C (operating range)		(-4°F to +131°F)
Humidity: 95% non-condensing
Altitude:-1,500 ft to 50,000 ft
		(-457 m to 15,240 m)
GPS PERFORMANCE
Receiver:15 parallel channel (12 + 3 WAAS)
Time to First Fix: 1 min 45 sec
Update Rate: Five per second, continuous
Accuracy: Position — < 1.25 m RMS horizontal
			< 2 m vertical, with WAAS
Dynamics: 1000 kt maximum velocity
VHF COM PERFORMANCE (GNS 530W only)
Channels:		
760 (25 kHz spacing) or			2280 (8.33 kHz spacing)
Frequency Range:
118.000 MHz to			136.992 MHz
Transmit Power:
10 watts minimum
			(GNS 530W)
			16 watts minimum
			(GNS 530AW)
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INTERFACES• Garmin GDL 69/69A• ARINC 429• Aviation RS-232• CDI/HSI• RMI (digital: clock/data)• Superflag Out• Altitude (serial: Icarus, Shadin-Rosetta or
encoded: Gillham/Greycode)• Fuel Sensor• Fuel/Air Data
• L3 WX 500 Stormscope• L3 SKY497 SkyWatch• TIS from GTX 330• Ryan 9900B TCAD

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Troubleshooting Q & A

Appendix C
Troubleshooting Q & A

What is RAIM, and how does it affect approach operations?

This Appendix is designed to answer some of thecommon questions regarding the 500W-series capabilities and operation. If you have a problem operating
the unit, read through this appendix and refer to thereference section noted. If you don’t find answers toyour particular question here, use the index to find theappropriate section elsewhere in this manual. If, after
reading through the appropriate reference section, you
still haven’t found the answer to your question, please
see your authorized dealer or contact Garmin directlyat the address or phone numbers listed on page ii.
Garmin is dedicated to supporting its products andcustomers.

RAIM is an acronym for Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring, a GPS receiver function that performs a
consistency check on all tracked satellites. RAIM ensuresthat the available satellite geometry will allow the receiverto calculate a position within a specified protection limit(4.0 NM for oceanic/remote and 2.0 NM for en route,
1.0 NM for terminal and 0.3 NM for non-precision approaches).
During oceanic, en route and terminal phases of flight,
RAIM is available nearly 100% of the time. Because of
the tighter protection limit on approaches, there may betimes when RAIM is not available. The 500W-series unit
automatically monitors RAIM and warns you with an alert
message (see Section 12) when it is not available, and the
INTEG annunciator () appears at the bottom
left corner of the screen. If RAIM is not available whencrossing the FAF, the pilot must fly the missed approachprocedure. The 500W-series unit RAIM prediction function (see Section 9 Aux Pages - Utility Page - RAIM Prediction) also allows you to see whether RAIM will be available
for a specified date and time.
NOTE: RAIM prediction is not directly related to
WAAS integrity.

RAIM integrity prediction is performed by theinternal GPS receiver and is performed at all times.
WAAS integrity is reported by the WAAS satellite
system and only works within the WAAS service
volume. WAAS approaches require WAAS integrity.
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Troubleshooting Q & A
Why aren’t there any approaches available for myflight plan?

Approaches are available for the final destination airport in a flight plan or as a direct-to (keep in mind thatsome VOR/VORTAC identifiers are similar to airport identifiers). If a destination airport does not have a publishedapproach, the 500W-series unit indicates “NONE” for theavailable procedures — as listed on the Airport Approach
Page. For more information on selecting an approach, see
Section 4 - Flight Plans.

What happens when I select an approach? Can I store aflight plan with an approach, departure or arrival?

Whenever you load an approach, departure or arrival
into the active flight plan, a set of approach, departure or
arrival waypoints is inserted into the flight plan — alongwith a header line describing the instrument procedure you
selected. The original en route portion of the flight planremains active, unless you “Activate” the instrument procedure; which may be done when the procedure is loaded orat a later time.

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Flight plans can also be stored with an approach, departure or arrival. Keep in mind that the active flight plan
is erased when the unit is turned off and overwritten whenanother flight plan is activated. When storing flight plans
with an approach, departure or arrival, the 500W-series
unit uses the waypoint information from the current database to define the waypoints. If the database is changed
or updated, the 500W-series unit automatically updates
the information if the procedure has not been modified. If
an approach, departure or arrival procedure is no longer
available, the flight plan becomes locked until the procedure is deleted from the flight plan or the correct databaseis installed. For information on loading an approach, departure or arrival, see Section 5 - Procedures. See Section 4- Flight Plans - Active Flight Plan Options for instructions on
saving and copying flight plans.
Can I file slant Golf (“/G”) using my GPS?

Yes, you may file your flight plan as /G if your 500Wseries unit is an authorized IFR installation. The 500W
series is a TSO C146a Gamma-3 (Class 3) authorized GPS
navigator. If you are flying en route, you may fly /G withan expired database only after you have verified all route
waypoints. Approaches may not be flown with an expired
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Troubleshooting Q & A
What does the OBS key do and when do I use it?

The OBS key is used to select manual (OBS mode) or
to suspend automatic sequencing of waypoints. Activating OBS mode (as indicated by anannunciation
directly above the OBS key) holds your current “active
to” waypoint as your navigation reference and prevents
the GPS from sequencing to the next waypoint. WhenOBS mode is cancelled, automatic waypoint sequencing
is selected and the 500W-series unit automatically selects
the next waypoint in the flight plan once the aircraft has
crossed the present active-to waypoint.
NORMAL(no “OBS” annunciator)
Automatic sequencing of
waypoints
Change in HSI does notaffect CDI deflection
Always navigates “TO” theactive waypoint
Must be in this mode forfinal approach course

OBS
Manual sequencing“holds” on selected
waypoint
Manually select course tonext waypoint from HSI
Will indicate “TO” or“FROM” waypoint
Cannot be set for final approach course or publishedholding patterns

When should I use the OBS key to return to auto
sequencing, and what happens when I do?

The most common application for using the OBS key
is the missed approach. The 500W-series unit suspends
automatic waypoint sequencing (indicated by a “SUSP”
annunciation directly above the OBS key; see left) when
you cross the missed approach point (MAP). This prevents the 500W-series unit from automatically sequencing to the missed approach holding point (MAHP). If a
missed approach is required, press the OBS key to returnto automatic waypoint sequencing and sequence the approach to the MAHP.
Why won’t my unit automatically sequence to the next
waypoint?

The 500W-series unit only sequences flight plan
waypoints when automatic sequencing is enabled (i.e.,no “OBS” or “SUSP” annunciation directly above the OBS
key). For automatic sequencing to occur, you must also
cross the “bisector” of the turn you are navigating. The
bisector is a perpendicular line between two flight planlegs which crosses through the waypoint common to bothlegs.

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Troubleshooting Q & A
How do I skip a waypoint in an approach, departure,or arrival?

When does turn anticipation begin, and what bankangle is expected?

The 500W-series unit allows you to manually selectany approach, departure or arrival leg as the active leg ofyour flight plan. This procedure is performed from theActive Flight Plan Page by highlighting the desired waypoint and pressing the direct-to key twice, then ENT toapprove the selection (see illustration left). The GPS thenprovides navigation along the selected flight plan leg, so
ensure that you have clearance to that position. See Section
4 - Flight Plans - Flight Plan Options for more information.

The 500W-series unit smooths adjacent leg transitions
based upon a nominal 15º bank angle (with the ability toincrease the bank angle up to 30º) and provide three pilot
cues for turn anticipation:
1) A waypoint alert (“Left or Right to ###° in xx sec”)
flashes in the lower right corner of the screen 10
seconds before the turn point.
2) A flashing turn advisory (“Left or Right to ###° now”)
appears in the lower right corner of the screen when
you are to begin the turn. Set the HSI to the next
DTK value and begin the turn.
3) The To/From indicator on the HSI (or CDI) flips
momentarily to indicate that you have crossed the
midpoint of the turn. For more information on
waypoint alerts and turn advisories, see Section 5.

NOTE: If activating a leg while on the From side,
sequencing will be suspended as indicated with
the SUSP annunciation shown above the OBS
key.
How do I fly the GPS with an autopilot and DG heading bug?

If you do not have an HSI, you should make yourcourse selections on the external CDI’s OBS knob and the
DG heading bug.

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When does the CDI scale change and what does itchange to?

The CDI scale is 1.0 NM (terminal mode) within 31
NM of the departure airport. The CDI will smoothly scale
to 2.0 NM (en route mode) once beyond 31 NM from thedeparture airport.
The unit begins a smooth CDI scale transition from the
2.0 NM (en route mode) to the 1.0 NM (terminal mode)scale within 31 NM from the destination airport. When
within 45° of the final approach course and the FAF is
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Troubleshooting Q & A
minal mode to approach mode. CDI scaling is tightened
from 1.0 NM full scale deflection to either 0.3 NM or 2°
full scale deflection whichever is less at the FAF. The scaling change occurs gradually over a 2 NM distance and iscompleted before crossing the FAF.
If Vectors to Final is selected, the unit provides CDI
scaling appropriate to the approach, which is typically ±2
degrees angular from the origin of the approach. This angular course deviation reaches the max ±1 NM deviation
at approximately 27 NM from the MAP. The course widthand angular deviation for GPS approaches are similar towhat is provided for VHF localizer signals. (see the figure – Full-Scale deflection and defined path for VTF approach).
If a missed approach is executed, the CDI scale willchange to ±0.3 NM or ±1.0 NM, as described in Section
5 - Procedures - Flying the Missed Approach.

Full-Scale deflection and defined path for VTF approach
Why does my CDI not respond like a VOR when OBS
mode is active?

Unlike a VOR, the CDI scale used on GPS equipment
is based on the cross-track distance to the desired course
in OBS mode, not an angular relationship to the destination. Therefore, the CDI deflection on the GPS is constant regardless of the distance to the destination and does
not become less sensitive when you are further away fromthe destination. For more information on the CDI scale,see Section 9 - Aux Pages - Setup Page (CDI/Alarms).

Full-Scale deflection and defined path for normal approach

1
1
NM NM

Sensitivity must change from ±1 NM FSD to either ±0.3 NM or±2° FSD, whichever is less at the FAF. Change occurs over 2 NM
and is completed at the FAF.

2 NM

2 NM

2 NM

2 NM

CDI Comparison: GPS vs. VOR

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Troubleshooting Q & A
What is the correct missed approach procedure? How
do I select the missed approach holding point?

How do I re-select the same approach or activate a new
approach after a missed approach?

The 500W-series unit does not automatically sequence
past the MAP. Waypoint sequencing to the first waypointin the missed approach procedure will be enabled when
the OBS key is pressed after crossing the MAP. All published missed approach procedures must be followed, as
indicated on the approach plate.

After flying all missed approach procedures, you may
reactivate the same approach for another attempt from theProcedures Page. Once you have been given clearance foranother attempt, activate the approach from the Procedures Page by highlighting “Activate Approach?” and thenpressing ENT. The 500W-series unit provides navigation
along the desired course to the waypoint and rejoins theapproach in sequence from that point on. See Section 4- Flight Plans - Flight Plan Leg Selection for information on
activating a specific flight plan leg.

To execute the missed approach procedure prior to the
MAP (not recommended), select the Active Flight Plan
Page and use the direct-to key (by pressing it twice) toactivate the missed approach portion of the procedure.

To activate a new approach for the same airport, selectthe new procedure from the Procedures Page. To view theProcedures Page, press PROC and turn the large rightknob to highlight “Select Approach?”. Press ENT and turnthe large right knob to highlight the new approach you
want to fly. Press ENT to select the approach, then selectthe desired transition. Finally, highlight “Activate?” at thebottom right corner of the screen and press ENT to activate the new approach.
To activate a new approach to a different airport, press
direct-to and select the desired airport using the small
and large right knobs. Press ENT to accept the selected
airport, then follow the steps in the preceding paragraphto select an approach for the new airport. See Section 5 formore information on selecting and activating approaches.
NOTE: Do not attempt to reactivate the same approach you’re currently on, prior to crossing themissed approach point (MAP). If you attempt todo so, an alert message (“Are you sure you want
to discontinue the current approach?”) appears.
If you still proceed with reactivating the approach, the 500W-series unit directs you back to
the transition waypoint and does NOT take into
consideration any missed approach procedures.

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Index

Index
Symbols
3D navigation 8, 55, 56

AAbbreviations 124, 126, 128, 136, 137, 138, 140, 199, 207
Accessories iii
Acquiring satellites 8, 56
Activate flight plan 22
Activate leg 78
Activating flight plans 67
Active flight plan 21, 70
Active leg 13, 31, 71, 89, 90, 94, 95, 100, 110, 111, 118
AirportApproach 10, 129, 130, 216
Arrival 132
Departure 134
Finding 122
Frequency 127
Location 124
Nearest 152
Runway 125
Airspace 36, 157, 199, 203
Alert 20Frequencies 37
Airspace alert 187
Alarms 184, 187
ALT 55, 167, 171, 172, 207, 211
Altitude i, 20, 31, 32, 41, 44, 46, 53, 54, 56, 89, 94, 98, 102,
103, 104, 115, 189
Altitude buffer 160, 185, 187
Altitude input 105, 203
Annunciations 48, 57, 85, 129, 206
Approach 17, 72, 83, 199, 204, 218
Activate 84
Airport 129
Channel 131
DME arc 96
Hold 92
ILS 107
Localizer 118

LPV 113
Missed approach 91
Procedure turn 86
VTF 100
ARINC 203, 214
Arrival 17, 73, 83, 132, 188, 199, 218
ARTCC 18, 26, 149, 150, 155, 207
Auto-tuning 24, 25, 162
Automatic CDI switching 118
Automatic operation 173
Autopilot 86, 92, 97, 108, 118, 119, 120, 218
Auto zoom 33, 34, 39
Aux pages 165
Flight planning 166
Flight timer 180
Setup 1 183
Setup 2 194
Utility 177

B
Backcourse 119
Backlight 186, 190, 200, 201
Bank angle 204, 218
Barometric pressure 167, 171, 189
Basemap 200, 203
Basic approach operation 85
Bearing indicator 13

C
Catalog 21, 65, 67, 72
Cautions i, ii, 48, 49, 160, 187
CDI 4, 59, 164, 184, 187, 200, 218
Ceiling 20, 36, 158, 159, 160, 187
Channel spacing 183, 187, 192
Checklists 7, 177, 178
City 39, 60, 122, 124, 137, 138
Clear 3
CLR 3, 12, 14
Com 2, 23, 200, 214
Tuning 24
Window 24
Comment 66, 70
Com configuration 187, 192

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Index
E

Controlled airspace 20, 34, 36, 150, 158
Copying flight plans 68
Count down timer 180, 205
Course from 102
Course from fix 102, 104, 106
Course To 63
Creating user waypoints 140
Crossfill 71, 72
Cross-side 175
Crossfill 68, 145, 173, 201
CRSR 3, 207
CTAF 25, 127, 152, 207
Cursor 3

E6B 165, 166
EFF 207, 211
EFIS 141, 200
Emergency channel 2, 28
ENDUR 170, 207, 211
ENR 85, 207
ENT 207
Enter 3
Environmental 214
EPU 56, 207, 211

F

D
Database i, iii, 25, 32, 43, 46, 48, 84, 130, 162, 168, 175,
183
Database version 5, 47, 178, 183, 201
Data base integrity error 199, 200, 204, 205
Data fields 13, 32, 41, 55, 70, 186, 191
Data transfer 173, 201
Date 167, 172, 173, 178, 182, 183, 185, 190, 215
Dead reckoning 57, 203
Declutter 14, 35
Default Nav page 13, 30
Density altitude 167, 171
Departure 17, 74, 83, 134, 218
Departure time 170, 177, 180
DG heading 218
Direct-To 3, 16, 19, 36, 59
Cancelling 63
City 60
Facility 60
Display backlight 186, 190, 200
Distance 189
Distance measurements 40
DME arc 30, 96
DP 83, 134, 207
Dual units 32
Duplicate waypoints 123

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Facility name 60, 122, 123, 124, 137, 138, 155, 156
Factory settings 32, 42, 193
Fault detection 198
FDE 56, 198, 207
FIR 18, 149, 207
Flight plan 4, 21, 65, 166
Activate leg 78
Create new 67
Delete 69
Editing 65
Flight timers 177, 180
Flip-flop key 2
Floor 36, 159, 187
FPL 4
Frequency list 15, 26, 52, 127
FSS 18, 26, 149, 150, 156, 208
Fuel 189
Fuel on board 7
Fuel planning 166, 168

G
GAD 202
Geodesic 211
Glideslope 201, 214
GNS 530W/AW 1
GPS 202, 214
GPS 500W 1
Great circle 211
GTN Crossfill 168, 175

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Index
H
HFOM 56
Hide aviation data 45
Hold 92, 206
HSI 59I
Ident audio and volume 161
IFR procedures 17
ILS 107, 188
ILS CDI Selection 108, 118, 185, 188
InhibitTerrain 45
Instrument panel self-test 6
Integ 8, 54, 178, 208, 215
Interfaces 214
Intersection 136, 153
Inverting flight plans 67

J
Jeppesen 213

K
Keys 2Key stuck 200
King autopilot 120
Knobs 2L
LNAV/VNAV Approach 85, 114, 116
Localizer 214
Localizer Approach 118
Local time 190
Low alt 85
LPV Approach 85, 113

M
Magnetic variation 188
MAHP 220
Manual transition 134
Map

Auto zoom 34
Datum 189
Page 14, 33, 38
Panning 35
Range 31
Scale 34, 126
Setup 39
Symbols 34
MAPR 85
Map scale 14
Menu 3Messages 4, 8
MGRS 185, 189
Minimum safe altitude 31, 212
Missed approach 91, 220
MOA 187
Model descriptions 1
Modifying user waypoints 143
MSA 31, 212
MSG 4NNavcom 52
NavData Card 213
Navigation database 48
Navigation Terms 211
Nav pages 12, 29
Nav Terms 199
NDB 137, 153
Nearest 19, 149
Nearest airport 186
Next FPL airport 126, 128, 133, 135
NRST 4, 18

O
OBS 4, 204, 217
OCN 85Overzoom 34

P
Packing list iii
Page groups 10
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IndexPage summary 10
Panning 35
Parallel track 75
Physical size 214
Position 185, 188
Power 2, 214
Power on 5
Premature descent alerting 49
Preset frequency 192
Pressure 189
PROC 4
Procedures 4, 17, 134
Procedure turn 86
PTT 200

R
RAIM 178, 182, 215
Range 3Re-center CDI/HSI needle 59
Remote frequency control 28, 192
Rename waypoint 146
Restore defaults 77
Restoring factory settings 32, 42, 193
Roll steering 86, 92, 110, 118
Runway 125, 186, 191

S
Satellite status 7, 54
SBAS 194
Scheduler 168, 172, 204
Searching sky 8, 56
Selecting frequencies 9
Self-test 6
Sequence 217
Setup page 183, 194
Shortcuts 77
SIDs 17, 83, 134
Slant golf 216
Software version 178, 182
Sort list 70
Specifications 214
Speed 189
Squelch 23
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Standard package iii
Standby frequency 9STARs 17, 83
Stormscope 204
Stuck microphone 28
Sunrise/Sunset 167, 171
Symbols 34, 46

T
Takeoff tour 1
Target altitude 199
TAS 167
Temperature 189
TERM 85
Terrain 44
Alerts 48, 51
Symbols 46
Terrain database 183
Time 8, 54, 185, 190
Timer 205
Traffic 191, 205
Trip planning 167, 170
Trip statistics 177, 181
Troubleshooting 215
True airspeed 171
Turn advisory 29
Turn anticipation 218

U
Units 185, 188
UPS 189
User comment 66
User waypoint 139, 145, 155
UTC 190
Utility 177
UTM 185, 189

V
Vertical speed 189, 197
VFOM 56
VHF com 214
View frequencies 37
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Index
VLOC 2, 9, 154, 161, 204, 205
VNAV 4, 195, 199
Volume 2, 23
VOR 138, 154, 214
VSR 197
VTF 84, 99

W
WAAS approach ID 129, 131
Warranty iv
Waypoints 121
Waypoint alert 29
WGS 84 185
Winds 167, 171
Winds aloft 171
Wind vector 39, 40
Wx broadcast 137, 138

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