Automotive Owner's Manual
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Introduction Table of Contents Introduction i Manual Conventions i aera Tips and Shortcuts i Contact Garmin i myGarmin i aera 500 Series Models iv Getting Started 1 Installing the Battery 2 Charging Your aera 2 Mounting Your aera in Your Area 18 Severity Color Code 18 Traffic on Your Route 19 ...Player 23 ecoRoute 23 Picture Viewer 25 Custom Routes 25 My Data 25 World Clock 26 Language Guide 26 Calculator 27 Unit Converter 27 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Page Options 6 Setting a Home Location 7 Finding a Place by Spelling the Name .....7 Finding Recently Found Places...
Introduction Table of Contents Introduction i Manual Conventions i aera Tips and Shortcuts i Contact Garmin i myGarmin i aera 500 Series Models iv Getting Started 1 Installing the Battery 2 Charging Your aera 2 Mounting Your aera in Your Area 18 Severity Color Code 18 Traffic on Your Route 19 ...Player 23 ecoRoute 23 Picture Viewer 25 Custom Routes 25 My Data 25 World Clock 26 Language Guide 26 Calculator 27 Unit Converter 27 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Page Options 6 Setting a Home Location 7 Finding a Place by Spelling the Name .....7 Finding Recently Found Places...
Automotive Owner's Manual
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...Changing the Proximity Points Settings...32 Restoring All Settings 32 Clearing User Data 32 Appendix 33 Resetting the aera 33 Calibrating the Screen 33 Locking Your aera 33 nüMaps Guarantee 33 Additional Maps 33 Updating the Software 34 Extras and Optional Accessories 34 ... 35 Maximizing the Battery Life 35 Changing the Fuse 36 About GPS Satellite Signals 36 Removing the aera and Mount 36 Caring for Your aera 37 Registering Your aera 37 Software License Agreement 38 Specifications 39 Troubleshooting 40 Index 42 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Introduction iii
...Changing the Proximity Points Settings...32 Restoring All Settings 32 Clearing User Data 32 Appendix 33 Resetting the aera 33 Calibrating the Screen 33 Locking Your aera 33 nüMaps Guarantee 33 Additional Maps 33 Updating the Software 34 Extras and Optional Accessories 34 ... 35 Maximizing the Battery Life 35 Changing the Fuse 36 About GPS Satellite Signals 36 Removing the aera and Mount 36 Caring for Your aera 37 Registering Your aera 37 Software License Agreement 38 Specifications 39 Troubleshooting 40 Index 42 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Introduction iii
Automotive Owner's Manual
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...the battery compartment. 6. Snap the cradle onto the friction mount arm. 6. Slide the release key until the battery cover on the right side of the battery cover into the cradle. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Mount arm Friction mount 5. Lift the arm up with the metal contacts inside ...of the lithium‑ion battery. 5. Fit the bottom of your aera for at least 4 hours before using on the end...
...the battery compartment. 6. Snap the cradle onto the friction mount arm. 6. Slide the release key until the battery cover on the right side of the battery cover into the cradle. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Mount arm Friction mount 5. Lift the arm up with the metal contacts inside ...of the lithium‑ion battery. 5. Fit the bottom of your aera for at least 4 hours before using on the end...
Automotive Owner's Manual
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... and . Some features, such as a preset. • Touch Browse > Presets to your aera in the same category will be receiving XM satellite signals to remove, and touch Delete > Yes. 16 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual With the GXM 40 antenna connected to view the stations you have purchased and...). You must have purchased and activated an XM subscription, and your aera must be connected to a GXM 40 antenna and be available when you select a station by category, only stations in the automotive mount or the aviation mount. 2. Touch Source to adjust the volume of the sky. See ...
... and . Some features, such as a preset. • Touch Browse > Presets to your aera in the same category will be receiving XM satellite signals to remove, and touch Delete > Yes. 16 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual With the GXM 40 antenna connected to view the stations you have purchased and...). You must have purchased and activated an XM subscription, and your aera must be connected to a GXM 40 antenna and be available when you select a station by category, only stations in the automotive mount or the aviation mount. 2. Touch Source to adjust the volume of the sky. See ...
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... file, and select Edit > Copy. 3. When you want to the trash can store files, such as mounted volumes on Mac computers. Caution: If you do not know the purpose of files in the list of a...drag the volume icon to copy. 2. Open the "Garmin" or memory card drive/volume. 4. Highlight the file you are finished transferring files, click in the aera internal memory or on Mac computers. 6. NOTE: If... have several network drives mapped on the computer keyboard. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Connect the larger end of the USB cable to Your Computer 1. Select Edit > Paste...
... file, and select Edit > Copy. 3. When you want to the trash can store files, such as mounted volumes on Mac computers. Caution: If you do not know the purpose of files in the list of a...drag the volume icon to copy. 2. Open the "Garmin" or memory card drive/volume. 4. Highlight the file you are finished transferring files, click in the aera internal memory or on Mac computers. 6. NOTE: If... have several network drives mapped on the computer keyboard. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Connect the larger end of the USB cable to Your Computer 1. Select Edit > Paste...
Automotive Owner's Manual
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...right or the left. End piece Silver tip Fuse About GPS Satellite Signals Your aera must acquire GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite signals to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Press the ball firmly into the socket. 36 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Appendix Changing the Fuse Caution: When replacing the fuse, ...green . If you may need to replace the fuse located at the tip of the cradle, and tilt the aera forward. When it . 2. To remove the cradle from the friction mount, turn red or clear . For more information about GPS, go to navigate. Remove the fuse (glass and ...
...right or the left. End piece Silver tip Fuse About GPS Satellite Signals Your aera must acquire GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite signals to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Press the ball firmly into the socket. 36 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Appendix Changing the Fuse Caution: When replacing the fuse, ...green . If you may need to replace the fuse located at the tip of the cradle, and tilt the aera forward. When it . 2. To remove the cradle from the friction mount, turn red or clear . For more information about GPS, go to navigate. Remove the fuse (glass and ...
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... lint-free cloth. Never use . aera 500 Series Owner's Manual37 To minimize the risk of high-quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Appendix Avoiding Theft • To avoid theft, remove the unit and mount from sight when not in use....install the myGarmin Agent (optional). 2. Registering Your aera Go to http://my.garmin.com to extreme temperatures can occur, because it in the glove compartment. • Register your aera. Protecting Your aera • Do not store the aera where prolonged exposure to register your computer. 1. ...
... lint-free cloth. Never use . aera 500 Series Owner's Manual37 To minimize the risk of high-quality materials and does not require user maintenance other than cleaning. Appendix Avoiding Theft • To avoid theft, remove the unit and mount from sight when not in use....install the myGarmin Agent (optional). 2. Registering Your aera Go to http://my.garmin.com to extreme temperatures can occur, because it in the glove compartment. • Register your aera. Protecting Your aera • Do not store the aera where prolonged exposure to register your computer. 1. ...
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... 30 zoom 10 MapSource 33 max speed, reset 12 measurements, converting 27 media player 20-21 microphone 1 mileage report 25 miles 28 mounting removing from mount 36 MP3 music files loading 22 playing 20 music 20 muting audio 5 phone call 14 My Data 25 myGarmin i N navigation mode... keyboard 28 R registering 37 removing the mount 36 resetting the max speed 12 the trip data 12 routes adding a stop 5 custom 9-10 detour 5 editing 9 following 5 importing 25 off road 29 preferences 28 simulating 28 Garmin Lock 33 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual 43 Index G Garmin Lock 30, 33 geocaching 10 globe view...
... 30 zoom 10 MapSource 33 max speed, reset 12 measurements, converting 27 media player 20-21 microphone 1 mileage report 25 miles 28 mounting removing from mount 36 MP3 music files loading 22 playing 20 music 20 muting audio 5 phone call 14 My Data 25 myGarmin i N navigation mode... keyboard 28 R registering 37 removing the mount 36 resetting the max speed 12 the trip data 12 routes adding a stop 5 custom 9-10 detour 5 editing 9 following 5 importing 25 off road 29 preferences 28 simulating 28 Garmin Lock 33 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual 43 Index G Garmin Lock 30, 33 geocaching 10 globe view...
Automotive Quick Start Manual
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... on the battery match with the metal contacts inside the battery compartment. 6. Place the friction mount on the right side of your aera into the power connector on your aera for at least 4 hours before using on the cradle. Plug the vehicle power cable into the... under the battery cover. • Connect an AC adapter (if included). • Use a battery charger (optional accessory). Mounting Your aera in the product box. 2. aera 500 series quick start manual Insert the battery so that came in an Automobile 1. Remove the clear plastic from the vehicle ...
... on the battery match with the metal contacts inside the battery compartment. 6. Place the friction mount on the right side of your aera into the power connector on your aera for at least 4 hours before using on the cradle. Plug the vehicle power cable into the... under the battery cover. • Connect an AC adapter (if included). • Use a battery charger (optional accessory). Mounting Your aera in the product box. 2. aera 500 series quick start manual Insert the battery so that came in an Automobile 1. Remove the clear plastic from the vehicle ...
Automotive Quick Start Manual
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...ID can receive XM satellite signals. aera 500 series quick start manual Following ... with a magenta line. If your aera in North America. ➏ Touch to return to access the XM WX ... zoom in and out. ➍ Touch to www.garmin.com/xm. If you can be found on the aera 510 and 560 models. A speed limit icon could...underside of the map. As you travel, your aera recalculates the route and provides new directions. Refer to your destination with a... GXM 40 antenna, you depart from the route, your aera guides you travel on the map, and directions at the top...
...ID can receive XM satellite signals. aera 500 series quick start manual Following ... with a magenta line. If your aera in North America. ➏ Touch to return to access the XM WX ... zoom in and out. ➍ Touch to www.garmin.com/xm. If you can be found on the aera 510 and 560 models. A speed limit icon could...underside of the map. As you travel, your aera recalculates the route and provides new directions. Refer to your destination with a... GXM 40 antenna, you depart from the route, your aera guides you travel on the map, and directions at the top...
Aviation Quick Reference Guide
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...battery using the aircraft's power outlet: 1) Mount the aera in the aircraft (refer to the aircraft power outlet (cigarette lighter receptacle). 2) Route the power cable so that it does not interfere with aircraft operation. Changing Modes The aera offers two modes for several days. Viewing ... Automotive or Aviation (from the aircraft. GPS Receiver Status The bars on the 'Home' Screen indicate the GPS signal strength. A Garmin aera 500 Series Quick Reference Guide 3 To avoid discharging the aircraft's battery, disconnect the external power cable from the unit when not in use ...
...battery using the aircraft's power outlet: 1) Mount the aera in the aircraft (refer to the aircraft power outlet (cigarette lighter receptacle). 2) Route the power cable so that it does not interfere with aircraft operation. Changing Modes The aera offers two modes for several days. Viewing ... Automotive or Aviation (from the aircraft. GPS Receiver Status The bars on the 'Home' Screen indicate the GPS signal strength. A Garmin aera 500 Series Quick Reference Guide 3 To avoid discharging the aircraft's battery, disconnect the external power cable from the unit when not in use ...
Pilot's Guide
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A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide i Table of Contents Section 1 Overview 1 1.1 Unit Overview...1 1.2 Getting Started...2 Battery Installation...2 Charging the Battery...3 Mounting the aera in the Aircraft 3 Turning the Unit On/Off...4 Changing Modes...4 GPS Receiver Status...5 1.3 Operation...7 Basic Navigation Controls...7 'Home' Screen...8 Selecting a Function...14 Scrolling...14 1.4 Accessing ...
A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide i Table of Contents Section 1 Overview 1 1.1 Unit Overview...1 1.2 Getting Started...2 Battery Installation...2 Charging the Battery...3 Mounting the aera in the Aircraft 3 Turning the Unit On/Off...4 Changing Modes...4 GPS Receiver Status...5 1.3 Operation...7 Basic Navigation Controls...7 'Home' Screen...8 Selecting a Function...14 Scrolling...14 1.4 Accessing ...
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...128 MicroSD™ Card Use (Optional 130 Databases...131 Appendix D: Installation and Interfacing 135 Mounting the aera in the Aircraft 135 Connecting to a Garmin VHF Comm Radio 139 Information about USB Drivers 141 Connecting the GXM 40 Antenna (aera 510 & 560 141 Connecting to a GTX 330 Mode S Transponder 142 Interfacing...143 ... Cleaning the Touchscreen 148 Protecting the Unit...148 Avoiding Theft...149 Registering the Unit...149 Appendix F: General TIS Information 151 TIS vs. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide iii TAS/TCAS...151 TIS Limitations...151 190-01117-02 Rev.
...128 MicroSD™ Card Use (Optional 130 Databases...131 Appendix D: Installation and Interfacing 135 Mounting the aera in the Aircraft 135 Connecting to a Garmin VHF Comm Radio 139 Information about USB Drivers 141 Connecting the GXM 40 Antenna (aera 510 & 560 141 Connecting to a GTX 330 Mode S Transponder 142 Interfacing...143 ... Cleaning the Touchscreen 148 Protecting the Unit...148 Avoiding Theft...149 Registering the Unit...149 Appendix F: General TIS Information 151 TIS vs. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide iii TAS/TCAS...151 TIS Limitations...151 190-01117-02 Rev.
Pilot's Guide
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...the unit to 40°C). A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 3 Charge the battery by connecting the vehicle or aviation power cable, the USB cable, an AC adapter (optional accessory), or use for at least 4 hours before using the aircraft's power outlet: 1) Mount the aera in the aircraft (refer to .... The unit can put the unit into Charge Mode. Press and hold the POWER Button. Charging the unit's battery using on mounting the aera in the aircraft. To avoid discharging the aircraft's battery, disconnect the external power cable from the aircraft. Overview GPS Navigation Flight...
...the unit to 40°C). A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 3 Charge the battery by connecting the vehicle or aviation power cable, the USB cable, an AC adapter (optional accessory), or use for at least 4 hours before using the aircraft's power outlet: 1) Mount the aera in the aircraft (refer to .... The unit can put the unit into Charge Mode. Press and hold the POWER Button. Charging the unit's battery using on mounting the aera in the aircraft. To avoid discharging the aircraft's battery, disconnect the external power cable from the aircraft. Overview GPS Navigation Flight...
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... using the included USB-PC Interface Cable to connect to a USB port on the computer. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 127 Index Overview Appendix C Appendix C: Managing Files and Databases Connecting to a Computer The aera can be copied to the correct mode, the user must connect the... Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Mini-USB Connection Connecting the aera to a computer: 1) (Optional Step) Insert a memory card into the memory card slot in Windows and as mounted volumes on the screen, along with an icon indicating the usage mode. Press...
... using the included USB-PC Interface Cable to connect to a USB port on the computer. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 127 Index Overview Appendix C Appendix C: Managing Files and Databases Connecting to a Computer The aera can be copied to the correct mode, the user must connect the... Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Mini-USB Connection Connecting the aera to a computer: 1) (Optional Step) Insert a memory card into the memory card slot in Windows and as mounted volumes on the screen, along with an icon indicating the usage mode. Press...
Pilot's Guide
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... majority of conventional aircraft yokes and center column controls. The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the aera to impact it will not interfere with the flight controls. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 135 Index The yoke mount is designed to provide the best view of the display...
... majority of conventional aircraft yokes and center column controls. The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the aera to impact it will not interfere with the flight controls. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 135 Index The yoke mount is designed to provide the best view of the display...
Pilot's Guide
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...or control arm. 3) Loosen the Cradle Adjustment Knob, then orient the aera as desired. 4) Tighten the Cradle Adjustment Knob to release the aera. 2) Lift out the aera. Overview GPS Navigation Appendix D Attaching the yoke mount to the yoke shaft or control arm: 1) Open the clamp by... into the cradle. 2) Tilt the aera back until it can be easily placed over the yoke shaft or control arm. Release Button aera Cradle aera Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Index Cradle Adjustment Knob Yoke Mount Assembly 136 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 ...
...or control arm. 3) Loosen the Cradle Adjustment Knob, then orient the aera as desired. 4) Tighten the Cradle Adjustment Knob to release the aera. 2) Lift out the aera. Overview GPS Navigation Appendix D Attaching the yoke mount to the yoke shaft or control arm: 1) Open the clamp by... into the cradle. 2) Tilt the aera back until it can be easily placed over the yoke shaft or control arm. Release Button aera Cradle aera Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Index Cradle Adjustment Knob Yoke Mount Assembly 136 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 ...
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Appendices Index 190-01117-02 Rev. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 137 Adjust the clamp angle before fully tightening the Cradle Adjustment Knob. Cradle Appendix D 3.5mm Headphone/Audio Jack Power Plug (3A Fuse) Mini-USB Connector to the XM Receiver (aera 510 & 560 only) Reconfiguring the yoke mount for center column yokes: 1) Loosen and remove...
Appendices Index 190-01117-02 Rev. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 137 Adjust the clamp angle before fully tightening the Cradle Adjustment Knob. Cradle Appendix D 3.5mm Headphone/Audio Jack Power Plug (3A Fuse) Mini-USB Connector to the XM Receiver (aera 510 & 560 only) Reconfiguring the yoke mount for center column yokes: 1) Loosen and remove...
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A Index Overview Appendix D Yoke Mount in Conventional Configuration Rubber Washer Cradle Adjustment Knob Spacer GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Clamp Assembly Yoke Mount in Forward-Facing Configuration Securing the cable on the top of the yoke mount: 1) Remove the screws securing the cable clamp. 2) Orient the cable and secure the clamp with the screws. 138 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev.
A Index Overview Appendix D Yoke Mount in Conventional Configuration Rubber Washer Cradle Adjustment Knob Spacer GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Clamp Assembly Yoke Mount in Forward-Facing Configuration Securing the cable on the top of the yoke mount: 1) Remove the screws securing the cable clamp. 2) Orient the cable and secure the clamp with the screws. 138 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev.
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Appendix D Cable Clamp Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Removing the yoke mount from the yoke shaft (or control arm): 1) Disconnect the cable connectors from the aircraft. 2) Loosen the clamp by turning the Clamp Adjustment Knob until the... be easily removed from the SL 30/40 tuning interface. CAUTION: This interface does not have an FAA installation airworthiness approval. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 139 Appendices Index If any abnormalities with SL 30/40 tuning or operation are the SL30 nav/comm and the SL40 comm. ...
Appendix D Cable Clamp Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Removing the yoke mount from the yoke shaft (or control arm): 1) Disconnect the cable connectors from the aircraft. 2) Loosen the clamp by turning the Clamp Adjustment Knob until the... be easily removed from the SL 30/40 tuning interface. CAUTION: This interface does not have an FAA installation airworthiness approval. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 139 Appendices Index If any abnormalities with SL 30/40 tuning or operation are the SL30 nav/comm and the SL40 comm. ...