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SYSTEM OVERVIEW FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS EIS CNS INTERFACE GPS NAVIGATION FLIGHT PLANNING HAZARD AVOIDANCE ADDITIONAL FEATURES INTEGRATED AUTOPILOT ANNUNCIATIONS & ALERTS APPENDIX INDEX
SYSTEM OVERVIEW FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS EIS CNS INTERFACE GPS NAVIGATION FLIGHT PLANNING HAZARD AVOIDANCE ADDITIONAL FEATURES INTEGRATED AUTOPILOT ANNUNCIATIONS & ALERTS APPENDIX INDEX
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... support for Integrated Autopilot control and display via the PFD Page • Added PFD Setup Menu • Added second Bearing Pointer to PFD HSI • Added fuel range ring to map • Added menu option to XM Page to PFD bearing pointer data fields 190-01115-00 Rev. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide RR...
... support for Integrated Autopilot control and display via the PFD Page • Added PFD Setup Menu • Added second Bearing Pointer to PFD HSI • Added fuel range ring to map • Added menu option to XM Page to PFD bearing pointer data fields 190-01115-00 Rev. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide RR...
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...: • Added support for displaying flight time in databar System Software Version 4.10 - 5.00 : • Added support for VOR, localizer, and glideslope modes for integrated autopilot • Added option to display trim and flap position on PFD • Added persistent sky/ground display to PFD • Added ability to configure and... reference bug and audio alert to PFD • Changed CRS Softkey on PFD Page to indicate which course it controls (LOC, VOR, or OBS). RR-2 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev.
...: • Added support for displaying flight time in databar System Software Version 4.10 - 5.00 : • Added support for VOR, localizer, and glideslope modes for integrated autopilot • Added option to display trim and flap position on PFD • Added persistent sky/ground display to PFD • Added ability to configure and... reference bug and audio alert to PFD • Changed CRS Softkey on PFD Page to indicate which course it controls (LOC, VOR, or OBS). RR-2 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev.
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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 System Annunciations 17 AHRS Operation...18 1.7 Accessing System Functionality 19 Menus...19 ...Speed Indicator (VSI 69 190-01115-00 Rev. Table of Contents Section 1 System Overview 1 1.1 Line Replaceable Units 1 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 System Annunciations 17 AHRS Operation...18 1.7 Accessing System Functionality 19 Menus...19 ...Speed Indicator (VSI 69 190-01115-00 Rev. Table of Contents Section 1 System Overview 1 1.1 Line Replaceable Units 1 G3X Standard Panel...4 G3X Upgraded Panel...5 Split-Screen vs. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide i
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... 8.8 Flight Data Logging 236 Section 9 Integrated Autopilot (Optional 237 9.1 Integrated Autopilot Operation 238 Controls...238 G3X Autopilot Status Box 241 Integrated Autopilot Modes 243 9.2 Vertical Modes...244 Pitch Hold ...Mode (PIT)...245 Selected Altitude Capture mode (ALTS 246 Altitude Hold Mode (ALT 247 Vertical Speed Mode (VS 249 Vertical Navigation Mode (VNAV 251 Glidepath Mode (GP) (WAAS Only 256 Glideslope Mode (GS)...257 iv Garmin G3X...
... 8.8 Flight Data Logging 236 Section 9 Integrated Autopilot (Optional 237 9.1 Integrated Autopilot Operation 238 Controls...238 G3X Autopilot Status Box 241 Integrated Autopilot Modes 243 9.2 Vertical Modes...244 Pitch Hold ...Mode (PIT)...245 Selected Altitude Capture mode (ALTS 246 Altitude Hold Mode (ALT 247 Vertical Speed Mode (VS 249 Vertical Navigation Mode (VNAV 251 Glidepath Mode (GP) (WAAS Only 256 Glideslope Mode (GS)...257 iv Garmin G3X...
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...284 External Navigator Messages (Optional 284 CAS Messages (Optional 285 Terrain Annunciations...287 Traffic Annunciations...288 Integrated Autopilot Alerts (Optional 288 Section 11 Appendices 291 Appendix A: Data Field Options 291 Appendix B: Utilities...297 ...G3X Databases 313 Exporting Track Logs and User Waypoints 315 Importing/Exporting Flight Plans 316 Flight Data Logging...316 Appendix D: Map Datum and Location Formats 317 Map Datums...317 Location Formats...317 Appendix E: General TIS Information 319 TIS vs. TAS/TCAS...319 TIS Limitations...319 190-01115-00 Rev. F Garmin G3X...
...284 External Navigator Messages (Optional 284 CAS Messages (Optional 285 Terrain Annunciations...287 Traffic Annunciations...288 Integrated Autopilot Alerts (Optional 288 Section 11 Appendices 291 Appendix A: Data Field Options 291 Appendix B: Utilities...297 ...G3X Databases 313 Exporting Track Logs and User Waypoints 315 Importing/Exporting Flight Plans 316 Flight Data Logging...316 Appendix D: Map Datum and Location Formats 317 Map Datums...317 Location Formats...317 Appendix E: General TIS Information 319 TIS vs. TAS/TCAS...319 TIS Limitations...319 190-01115-00 Rev. F Garmin G3X...
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... -- Multiple Displays: MFD, PFD, or split-screen CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index GDU 37X 190-01115-00 Rev. System Overview Flight Instruments EIS System Overview SECTION 1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW The... color display(s). 1.1 LINE REPLACEABLE UNITS The system is distributed across the following Line Replaceable Units (LRUs): • Garmin Display Unit (GDU) 375 (with XM) -- F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 1 Single Display: Split Primary Flight Display (PFD) & Multi Function Display (MFD) --
... -- Multiple Displays: MFD, PFD, or split-screen CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index GDU 37X 190-01115-00 Rev. System Overview Flight Instruments EIS System Overview SECTION 1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW The... color display(s). 1.1 LINE REPLACEABLE UNITS The system is distributed across the following Line Replaceable Units (LRUs): • Garmin Display Unit (GDU) 375 (with XM) -- F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 1 Single Display: Split Primary Flight Display (PFD) & Multi Function Display (MFD) --
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... Flight System Overview • GSU 73 -- EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix GSU 73 2 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. Garmin Sensor Unit sub-system for the G3X (Air Data Computer (ADC), Engine/ Airframe Unit, and the Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS)) --
... Flight System Overview • GSU 73 -- EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix GSU 73 2 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. Garmin Sensor Unit sub-system for the G3X (Air Data Computer (ADC), Engine/ Airframe Unit, and the Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS)) --
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... Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 190-01115-00 Rev. GMU 44 • GTP 59 -- System Overview Flight Instruments EIS CNS Interface System Overview • GMU 44 -- Magnetometer: Measures the local magnetic field and sends data to the AHRS for processing to determine aircraft magnetic heading. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 3
... Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 190-01115-00 Rev. GMU 44 • GTP 59 -- System Overview Flight Instruments EIS CNS Interface System Overview • GMU 44 -- Magnetometer: Measures the local magnetic field and sends data to the AHRS for processing to determine aircraft magnetic heading. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 3
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... Unit AHRS Attitude Heading Rate of Turn Slip/Skid G3X Standard Panel (Split-Screen) GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 4 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. Overview System ...Instruments Flight EIS CNS Interface System Overview G3X STANDARD PANEL In the standard split-screen configuration, the...
... Unit AHRS Attitude Heading Rate of Turn Slip/Skid G3X Standard Panel (Split-Screen) GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 4 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. Overview System ...Instruments Flight EIS CNS Interface System Overview G3X STANDARD PANEL In the standard split-screen configuration, the...
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... (MFD) EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts GTP 59 Temperature Probe GMU 44 Magnetometer Heading GSU 73 Garmin Sensor Unit Air Data Computer OAT Airspeed Altitude Vertical Speed Engine/Airframe Unit AHRS Heading... Attitude Rate of a upgraded G3X panel using a GDU 370 and a GDU 375; System Overview Flight Instruments G3X UPGRADED PANEL System Overview NOTE: The G3X System can be configured with more than two displays. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 5 Appendix Index The following...
... (MFD) EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts GTP 59 Temperature Probe GMU 44 Magnetometer Heading GSU 73 Garmin Sensor Unit Air Data Computer OAT Airspeed Altitude Vertical Speed Engine/Airframe Unit AHRS Heading... Attitude Rate of a upgraded G3X panel using a GDU 370 and a GDU 375; System Overview Flight Instruments G3X UPGRADED PANEL System Overview NOTE: The G3X System can be configured with more than two displays. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 5 Appendix Index The following...
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... a means of navigating any instrument approach. Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 6 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. EXTERNAL NAVIGATORS (OPTIONAL) The G3X can also communicate with the G3X, press the INTERNAL Softkey on the Active Flight Plan Page or Direct-To Page to make changes to...
... a means of navigating any instrument approach. Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 6 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. EXTERNAL NAVIGATORS (OPTIONAL) The G3X can also communicate with the G3X, press the INTERNAL Softkey on the Active Flight Plan Page or Direct-To Page to make changes to...
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... more accurate depiction of navigation data is used to the external autopilot unit. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 7 Refer to the Flight Instruments section for more information. INTEGRATED AUTOPILOT (OPTIONAL) The G3X can also communicate with various third-party external autopilot units. Refer to the G3X Installation Manual for more information. Non-WAAS external navigators do not support...
... more accurate depiction of navigation data is used to the external autopilot unit. F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 7 Refer to the Flight Instruments section for more information. INTEGRATED AUTOPILOT (OPTIONAL) The G3X can also communicate with various third-party external autopilot units. Refer to the G3X Installation Manual for more information. Non-WAAS external navigators do not support...
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F Overview System Instruments Flight EIS CNS Interface System Overview 1.2 DISPLAY OVERVIEW 7" WVGA (800x480) Color Display SD Card Slot Display Bezel Range (RNG) Key FMS Joystick Hardkeys Softkeys Display Overview (Split-Screen) GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 8 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev.
F Overview System Instruments Flight EIS CNS Interface System Overview 1.2 DISPLAY OVERVIEW 7" WVGA (800x480) Color Display SD Card Slot Display Bezel Range (RNG) Key FMS Joystick Hardkeys Softkeys Display Overview (Split-Screen) GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 8 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev.
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F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 9 Installing an SD Card: 1) Insert the SD card in the SD card slot with the card contacts facing the display (the card should be used for more information on SD Card use and databases. The G3X data card slot uses Secure Digital (SD) cards and is located ...on the SD card to release the spring latch. SD Card Slot Display Bezel SD Card Slot GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 190-...
F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 9 Installing an SD Card: 1) Insert the SD card in the SD card slot with the card contacts facing the display (the card should be used for more information on SD Card use and databases. The G3X data card slot uses Secure Digital (SD) cards and is located ...on the SD card to release the spring latch. SD Card Slot Display Bezel SD Card Slot GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 190-...
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Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. Overview System Instruments Flight System Overview 1.4 G3X CONTROLS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts 9 1 RNG Key 2 FMS Joystick 10 Press to increase or decrease the viewing range of the...the HDG or HDG/ROLL Softkey selected, press and hold the FMS Joystick to sync to the current heading With the appropriate autopilot mode selected, move the FMS Joystick (up/down) to adjust the mode reference for Vertical Speed, Altitude Hold, and Pitch ...
Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. Overview System Instruments Flight System Overview 1.4 G3X CONTROLS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts 9 1 RNG Key 2 FMS Joystick 10 Press to increase or decrease the viewing range of the...the HDG or HDG/ROLL Softkey selected, press and hold the FMS Joystick to sync to the current heading With the appropriate autopilot mode selected, move the FMS Joystick (up/down) to adjust the mode reference for Vertical Speed, Altitude Hold, and Pitch ...
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F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 11 System Overview Flight Instruments EIS System Overview 3 ENT Key Press to confirm menu selection or data entry Press to acknowledge messages Press ..., and airspaces Press to select softkey shown above the bezel key on the display CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 190-01115-00 Rev.
F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 11 System Overview Flight Instruments EIS System Overview 3 ENT Key Press to confirm menu selection or data entry Press to acknowledge messages Press ..., and airspaces Press to select softkey shown above the bezel key on the display CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index 190-01115-00 Rev.
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... can align itself both while taxiing and during power-up . CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index Database Information 12 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. The AHRS should display valid attitude and heading fields typically within the first minute of power...
... can align itself both while taxiing and during power-up . CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix Index Database Information 12 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. The AHRS should display valid attitude and heading fields typically within the first minute of power...
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...datalink weather advisory. System Overview Flight Instruments EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Datalink Weather Advisory Pressing the ENT Key acknowledges this information. In normal operating mode, the PFD presents graphical...prompted to the G3X Installation Manual for more information). System Overview Pressing the ENT Key acknowledges this information. 1.6 SYSTEM OPERATION NOTE: The G3X display operation can be configured from an external GPS navigator (if configured). F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide...
...datalink weather advisory. System Overview Flight Instruments EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Datalink Weather Advisory Pressing the ENT Key acknowledges this information. In normal operating mode, the PFD presents graphical...prompted to the G3X Installation Manual for more information). System Overview Pressing the ENT Key acknowledges this information. 1.6 SYSTEM OPERATION NOTE: The G3X display operation can be configured from an external GPS navigator (if configured). F Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide...
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... Index In normal mode the displays can be configured to the PFD Page (see Section 1.7, Accessing System Functionality). -- G3X Full-Screen (Normal Mode) 14 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. The MFD occupies the bottom portion of the display at all times, and ...the top portion of the display. Instruments Flight EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts G3X Split-Screen Only (Normal Mode) • Full-Screen PFD/MFD Configuration (Normal Mode) -- Overview System System Overview •...
... Index In normal mode the displays can be configured to the PFD Page (see Section 1.7, Accessing System Functionality). -- G3X Full-Screen (Normal Mode) 14 Garmin G3X Pilot's Guide 190-01115-00 Rev. The MFD occupies the bottom portion of the display at all times, and ...the top portion of the display. Instruments Flight EIS CNS Interface GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Integrated Autopilot Annun/Alerts G3X Split-Screen Only (Normal Mode) • Full-Screen PFD/MFD Configuration (Normal Mode) -- Overview System System Overview •...