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F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide RR-3 perature closest to its own peak value when Lean Mode is active • Changed AP NAV Softkey on PFD Page to display the cylinder with the tem- Rev Date F October, 2011 Description System Software Version 6.10 - 6.20 : • Added remote transponder interface information • Added ability to switch between...
F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide RR-3 perature closest to its own peak value when Lean Mode is active • Changed AP NAV Softkey on PFD Page to display the cylinder with the tem- Rev Date F October, 2011 Description System Software Version 6.10 - 6.20 : • Added remote transponder interface information • Added ability to switch between...
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...G3X Standard Panel...4 G3X Upgraded Panel...5 Split-Screen vs. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide i Full-Screen Configurations 6 External Navigators (Optional 6 Integrated Autopilot (Optional 7 1.2 Display Overview...8 1.3 Secure Digital (SD) Cards 9 1.4 G3X Controls...10 1.5 System Power-up...12 1.6 System Operation...13 Display Operation...13 PFD Display Configuration 16 G3X...GPS Receiver Status 39 Position...42 Data Fields and Layout (Full-Screen MFD 43 1.9 System Settings...44 Transponder...45 Data Bar Fields...46 Display...48 Sound...51 Units...52 Date & Time...53 Position...54 Alarms...54...
...G3X Standard Panel...4 G3X Upgraded Panel...5 Split-Screen vs. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide i Full-Screen Configurations 6 External Navigators (Optional 6 Integrated Autopilot (Optional 7 1.2 Display Overview...8 1.3 Secure Digital (SD) Cards 9 1.4 G3X Controls...10 1.5 System Power-up...12 1.6 System Operation...13 Display Operation...13 PFD Display Configuration 16 G3X...GPS Receiver Status 39 Position...42 Data Fields and Layout (Full-Screen MFD 43 1.9 System Settings...44 Transponder...45 Data Bar Fields...46 Display...48 Sound...51 Units...52 Date & Time...53 Position...54 Alarms...54...
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...100 Confirm Fuel Quantity Softkeys 101 3.4 CAS Messages (Optional 102 Section 4 CNS Interface 105 4.1 Auto-tuning Frequencies (Optional 105 4.2 Remote Transponder Interface (Optional 107 Transponder Mode Selection 110 Entering a Transponder Code 112 IDENT Function...113 Flight ID Reporting...113 Section 5 GPS Navigation 115 5.1 Introduction...115 Compass Arc...115 5.2 Using Map Displays ......122 Fuel Range Ring...124 Measuring Bearing and Distance 125 Topography...126 Satellite View...127 Map Page Traffic...128 Map Symbols...128 ii Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. F
...100 Confirm Fuel Quantity Softkeys 101 3.4 CAS Messages (Optional 102 Section 4 CNS Interface 105 4.1 Auto-tuning Frequencies (Optional 105 4.2 Remote Transponder Interface (Optional 107 Transponder Mode Selection 110 Entering a Transponder Code 112 IDENT Function...113 Flight ID Reporting...113 Section 5 GPS Navigation 115 5.1 Introduction...115 Compass Arc...115 5.2 Using Map Displays ......122 Fuel Range Ring...124 Measuring Bearing and Distance 125 Topography...126 Satellite View...127 Map Page Traffic...128 Map Symbols...128 ii Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. F
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A navigation source is not selected) or XPDR /CRS (when the pilot can control the navigation course). System Overview System Overview Optional Transponder Softkey With a remote transponder configured, the #2 PFD Softkey becomes XPDR (if a navigation source is not selected Allows the pilot to adjust the OBS course Allows the pilot to adjust ... BACK IDENT CRS (subdued) or OBS CRS or VOR CRS or LOC CRS CODE 190-01115-00 Rev. F Sends a distinct identity indication to enter the transponder code and displays the second-level CODE softkeys Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 29 Appendix Index
A navigation source is not selected) or XPDR /CRS (when the pilot can control the navigation course). System Overview System Overview Optional Transponder Softkey With a remote transponder configured, the #2 PFD Softkey becomes XPDR (if a navigation source is not selected Allows the pilot to adjust the OBS course Allows the pilot to adjust ... BACK IDENT CRS (subdued) or OBS CRS or VOR CRS or LOC CRS CODE 190-01115-00 Rev. F Sends a distinct identity indication to enter the transponder code and displays the second-level CODE softkeys Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 29 Appendix Index
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...are provided with pressure altitude information. Selects ALT Mode. Returns to any interrogations. Returns to put the transponder in the code field of the Transponder Data Box. Press and hold to top-level softkeys The pre-programmed VFR code is automatically displayed in ... a distinct identity indication to previous level softkeys Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 30 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. Returns to Air Traffic Control (ATC). Pressing the VFR softkey again restores the previous...
...are provided with pressure altitude information. Selects ALT Mode. Returns to any interrogations. Returns to put the transponder in the code field of the Transponder Data Box. Press and hold to top-level softkeys The pre-programmed VFR code is automatically displayed in ... a distinct identity indication to previous level softkeys Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 30 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. Returns to Air Traffic Control (ATC). Pressing the VFR softkey again restores the previous...
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... ENT Key. 1.9 SYSTEM SETTINGS The System Setup option in the Main Menu allows management of the following system parameters: • Transponder (optional) • Units • Data Bar Fields • Date & Time • Display • Position • Sound • Alarms System Setup Menu (Split-Screen) 44 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev.
... ENT Key. 1.9 SYSTEM SETTINGS The System Setup option in the Main Menu allows management of the following system parameters: • Transponder (optional) • Units • Data Bar Fields • Date & Time • Display • Position • Sound • Alarms System Setup Menu (Split-Screen) 44 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev.
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... (refer to the Installation Manual for configuration information) the pilot can change the Flight ID and enable/disable ADS-B Transmit from the Transponder Setup Page. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 45 Setting the Flight ID: 1) Press the MENU Key twice to display the Main Menu. 2) Turn or move the... FMS Joystick to highlight 'Transponder', and press the ENT Key. 4) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the 'ADS-B Transmit' Field. 5) Turn the FMS Joystick ...
... (refer to the Installation Manual for configuration information) the pilot can change the Flight ID and enable/disable ADS-B Transmit from the Transponder Setup Page. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 45 Setting the Flight ID: 1) Press the MENU Key twice to display the Main Menu. 2) Turn or move the... FMS Joystick to highlight 'Transponder', and press the ENT Key. 4) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the 'ADS-B Transmit' Field. 5) Turn the FMS Joystick ...
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F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 61 System Overview Flight Instruments EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Instruments 1 Heading Strip 2 Ground Speed (GS) 3 Airspeed Indicator 4 Attitude Indicator 5 Pathways 6 Flight ...) 16 Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) 17 Trim Indicator 18 Flap Indicator 19 Navigation Source 20 Bearing 1 Information Window 21 Outside Air Temperature (OAT) 22 Transponder Code 23 Transponder Mode 24 System Time 25 Bearing 2 Information Window 26 Bearing Pointer 27 Selected Heading Bug (HSI) 28 Selected Course 29 Altimeter Barometric Setting 30...
F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 61 System Overview Flight Instruments EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Instruments 1 Heading Strip 2 Ground Speed (GS) 3 Airspeed Indicator 4 Attitude Indicator 5 Pathways 6 Flight ...) 16 Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) 17 Trim Indicator 18 Flap Indicator 19 Navigation Source 20 Bearing 1 Information Window 21 Outside Air Temperature (OAT) 22 Transponder Code 23 Transponder Mode 24 System Time 25 Bearing 2 Information Window 26 Bearing Pointer 27 Selected Heading Bug (HSI) 28 Selected Course 29 Altimeter Barometric Setting 30...
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...an ILS, LOC, BC, LDA, or SDF approach is active in the external navigator and the appropriate CDI and navigation source are selected on the G3X. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 81 A 'Set APPR CRS' message will appear if the course selection is configured). When flying a localizer backcourse approach, verify that the...the LOC CRS Softkey from the PFD or PFD Page (or press XPDR/CRS > LOC CRS (from the PFD or PFD Page) if a transponder is not within 5° of either the front or back course for the selected approach. System Overview Flight Instruments EIS Flight Instruments Auto-Slewing ...
...an ILS, LOC, BC, LDA, or SDF approach is active in the external navigator and the appropriate CDI and navigation source are selected on the G3X. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 81 A 'Set APPR CRS' message will appear if the course selection is configured). When flying a localizer backcourse approach, verify that the...the LOC CRS Softkey from the PFD or PFD Page (or press XPDR/CRS > LOC CRS (from the PFD or PFD Page) if a transponder is not within 5° of either the front or back course for the selected approach. System Overview Flight Instruments EIS Flight Instruments Auto-Slewing ...
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...available) next to it , press the ENT Key a second time with 'Tune' highlighted. 4.2 REMOTE TRANSPONDER INTERFACE (OPTIONAL) The G3X is capable of interfacing with 'Tune' highlighted. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 107 If the frequency has an * (additional information available) next to it , press the... ENT Key a second time with several remote transponders providing Mode S interrogation and reply capabilities. System ...
...available) next to it , press the ENT Key a second time with 'Tune' highlighted. 4.2 REMOTE TRANSPONDER INTERFACE (OPTIONAL) The G3X is capable of interfacing with 'Tune' highlighted. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 107 If the frequency has an * (additional information available) next to it , press the... ENT Key a second time with several remote transponders providing Mode S interrogation and reply capabilities. System ...
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...transponder configured, the #2 PFD Softkey becomes XPDR (if a navigation source is not selected) or XPDR/CRS (when the pilot can enter the desired code using the FMS Joystick. Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 108 Garmin G3X... F Overview System Instruments Flight EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation CNS Interface • Airborne status determination • Transponder capability reporting • Mode S Enhanced Surveillance (EHS) requirements • Acquisition squitter - The purpose of ...
...transponder configured, the #2 PFD Softkey becomes XPDR (if a navigation source is not selected) or XPDR/CRS (when the pilot can enter the desired code using the FMS Joystick. Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 108 Garmin G3X... F Overview System Instruments Flight EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation CNS Interface • Airborne status determination • Transponder capability reporting • Mode S Enhanced Surveillance (EHS) requirements • Acquisition squitter - The purpose of ...
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... the VOR course Allows the pilot to adjust the localizer course Allows the pilot to enter the transponder code and displays the second-level CODE softkeys Displays second-level MODE softkeys Returns to top-level softkeys CODE Softkey selected IDENT 190-01115-00 Rev. Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 109 Annun/Alerts Appendix Index
... the VOR course Allows the pilot to adjust the localizer course Allows the pilot to enter the transponder code and displays the second-level CODE softkeys Displays second-level MODE softkeys Returns to top-level softkeys CODE Softkey selected IDENT 190-01115-00 Rev. Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 109 Annun/Alerts Appendix Index
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...110 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. Overview System Instruments Flight EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning CNS Interface CODE Returns to top-level softkeys VFR The pre-programmed VFR code is automatically displayed in standby mode, the remote transponder ... STBY Softkey activates Ground (GND) Mode and the STBY Softkey becomes the GND Softkey. Returns to previous level softkeys TRANSPONDER MODE SELECTION The transponder mode will not reply to any interrogations. Generates Mode A and Mode S replies, but Mode C altitude reporting is on...
...110 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. Overview System Instruments Flight EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning CNS Interface CODE Returns to top-level softkeys VFR The pre-programmed VFR code is automatically displayed in standby mode, the remote transponder ... STBY Softkey activates Ground (GND) Mode and the STBY Softkey becomes the GND Softkey. Returns to previous level softkeys TRANSPONDER MODE SELECTION The transponder mode will not reply to any interrogations. Generates Mode A and Mode S replies, but Mode C altitude reporting is on...
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...may also be entered. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 111 Deselect (press) the GND Softkey to return to interrogations, but Mode C altitude reporting is automatically selected when the aircraft becomes airborne. In ON Mode, a green ON indication and transponder code appear in the mode ...does permit acquisition squitter and replies to discretely addressed Mode S interrogations. A green GND indication and transponder code appear in the mode field of the Transponder Data Box. System Overview Flight Instruments EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation CNS Interface GROUND MODE Ground Mode...
...may also be entered. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 111 Deselect (press) the GND Softkey to return to interrogations, but Mode C altitude reporting is automatically selected when the aircraft becomes airborne. In ON Mode, a green ON indication and transponder code appear in the mode ...does permit acquisition squitter and replies to discretely addressed Mode S interrogations. A green GND indication and transponder code appear in the mode field of the Transponder Data Box. System Overview Flight Instruments EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation CNS Interface GROUND MODE Ground Mode...
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... Softkey again restores the previous identification code. 112 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. A Transponder Code Box appears with the cursor on the first digit in the code field of the Transponder Data Box. EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning... the VFR Softkey. Overview System Instruments Flight CNS Interface REPLY STATUS When the transponder sends replies to interrogations, a white R indication appears momentarily in the Transponder Data Box. ENTERING A TRANSPONDER CODE Entering a transponder code: 1) From the full-screen PFD and/or split-screen PFD Page...
... Softkey again restores the previous identification code. 112 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. A Transponder Code Box appears with the cursor on the first digit in the code field of the Transponder Data Box. EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning... the VFR Softkey. Overview System Instruments Flight CNS Interface REPLY STATUS When the transponder sends replies to interrogations, a white R indication appears momentarily in the Transponder Data Box. ENTERING A TRANSPONDER CODE Entering a transponder code: 1) From the full-screen PFD and/or split-screen PFD Page...
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..., press the XPDR Softkey. 2) Press the MODE Softkey. 3) Press the SET ID Softkey. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 113 Index FLIGHT ID REPORTING NOTE: The Flight ID must be configured to 'Set By Pilot' in the mode field of the Transponder Data Box for more information. When the IDENT Softkey is pressed, a white IDENT...
..., press the XPDR Softkey. 2) Press the MODE Softkey. 3) Press the SET ID Softkey. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 113 Index FLIGHT ID REPORTING NOTE: The Flight ID must be configured to 'Set By Pilot' in the mode field of the Transponder Data Box for more information. When the IDENT Softkey is pressed, a white IDENT...
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... Display Range on the Traffic Page (Optional), Map Page, and in the upper right corner of the Map Page. Altitude deviation from a Garmin Mode S transponder, such as an up arrow (>+500 ft/min), down arrow ( A Proximity Advisory (PA) indicates that the intruding aircraft is within ...177;1200 feet and is within range is shown on the G3X according to Appendix E for general information regarding Traffic Information Service (TIS). Traffic ...
... Display Range on the Traffic Page (Optional), Map Page, and in the upper right corner of the Map Page. Altitude deviation from a Garmin Mode S transponder, such as an up arrow (>+500 ft/min), down arrow ( A Proximity Advisory (PA) indicates that the intruding aircraft is within ...177;1200 feet and is within range is shown on the G3X according to Appendix E for general information regarding Traffic Information Service (TIS). Traffic ...
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...to the first flight plan waypoint is entered. Pressing the AP NAV Softkey acquires and tracks the selected navigation source (GPS, VOR, LOC). F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 265 Navigation Mode can also be used to track between the waypoints defining the active leg. If the Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) ...follows GPS roll steering commands when GPS is VOR or LOC, the autopilot creates roll steering commands from the PFD (or PFD Page) if a transponder is configured). If the CDI is less than one dot, Navigation Mode is automatically captured when the AP NAV Softkey is pressed. GPS, VOR ...
...to the first flight plan waypoint is entered. Pressing the AP NAV Softkey acquires and tracks the selected navigation source (GPS, VOR, LOC). F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 265 Navigation Mode can also be used to track between the waypoints defining the active leg. If the Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) ...follows GPS roll steering commands when GPS is VOR or LOC, the autopilot creates roll steering commands from the PFD (or PFD Page) if a transponder is configured). If the CDI is less than one dot, Navigation Mode is automatically captured when the AP NAV Softkey is pressed. GPS, VOR ...
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... Mode (with 'Release Hold' highlighted, press the ENT Key. System Overview Flight Instruments EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Integrated Autopilot 3) G3X: While GPS is still the selected navigation source on the external navigator) • Active flight plan is deleted (only GPS-based modes) ... (wings rolled level) and reverts VOR Mode to armed in the event the VOR signal is reestablished. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 267 Or press XPDR/CRS > OBS CRS when a transponder is highlighted. 3) Turn the FMS Joystick to select the desired course to/from GPS to . 2) With ...
... Mode (with 'Release Hold' highlighted, press the ENT Key. System Overview Flight Instruments EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Integrated Autopilot 3) G3X: While GPS is still the selected navigation source on the external navigator) • Active flight plan is deleted (only GPS-based modes) ... (wings rolled level) and reverts VOR Mode to armed in the event the VOR signal is reestablished. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 267 Or press XPDR/CRS > OBS CRS when a transponder is highlighted. 3) Turn the FMS Joystick to select the desired course to/from GPS to . 2) With ...
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...or PFD Page press the VOR CRS Softkey (or press XPDR/CRS > VOR CRS if a transponder is configured), then press and hold the FMS Joystick to automatically center the CDI. 5) G3X: From the PFD or PFD Page, press the HDG/ROLL Softkey to access the autopilot lateral ...if a transponder is configured) and turn the FMS Joystick until the CDI is not configured skip to select the desired radial. If a GTN or GNS series unit is centered with a 'TO' indication. Intercepting and tracking a VOR radial: 1) EXTERNAL NAVIGATOR: Tune and activate the desired VOR frequency. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide...
...or PFD Page press the VOR CRS Softkey (or press XPDR/CRS > VOR CRS if a transponder is configured), then press and hold the FMS Joystick to automatically center the CDI. 5) G3X: From the PFD or PFD Page, press the HDG/ROLL Softkey to access the autopilot lateral ...if a transponder is configured) and turn the FMS Joystick until the CDI is not configured skip to select the desired radial. If a GTN or GNS series unit is centered with a 'TO' indication. Intercepting and tracking a VOR radial: 1) EXTERNAL NAVIGATOR: Tune and activate the desired VOR frequency. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide...