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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...accessory). Plug the vehicle power cable into the cradle. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Release button Cradle Vehicle power cable 2. Locate the lithium‑ion battery that the metal contacts on the inside the battery compartment. 6. Mounting Your aera in the product box. 2. Fit the bottom of the ...1. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the bottom of the friction mount and shape it to your aera into the power connector on the right side of your dashboard. 3. Charging Your aera Charge your dashboard so it out of the battery compartment, and press down...
...accessory). Plug the vehicle power cable into the cradle. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Release button Cradle Vehicle power cable 2. Locate the lithium‑ion battery that the metal contacts on the inside the battery compartment. 6. Mounting Your aera in the product box. 2. Fit the bottom of the ...1. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the bottom of the friction mount and shape it to your aera into the power connector on the right side of your dashboard. 3. Charging Your aera Charge your dashboard so it out of the battery compartment, and press down...
Automotive Owner's Manual
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...NOTE: XM is only available in North America. 1. Checking XM Signal Strength 1. With the GXM 40 antenna connected to remove, and touch Delete > Yes. 16 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual To view all stations, touch Browse > All. • Touch 1 2 3 to enter a station number. • Touch to adjust the... view the stations you have purchased and activated an XM subscription, and your aera in the automotive mount or the aviation mount. 2. The Radio ID can listen to select the XM Radio player. 3. Place your aera must have saved as XM WX™ Weather and XM Radio, require XM...
...NOTE: XM is only available in North America. 1. Checking XM Signal Strength 1. With the GXM 40 antenna connected to remove, and touch Delete > Yes. 16 aera 500 Series Owner's Manual To view all stations, touch Browse > All. • Touch 1 2 3 to enter a station number. • Touch to adjust the... view the stations you have purchased and activated an XM subscription, and your aera in the automotive mount or the aviation mount. 2. The Radio ID can listen to select the XM Radio player. 3. Place your aera must have saved as XM WX™ Weather and XM Radio, require XM...
Automotive Owner's Manual
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Managing Files Managing Files You can on Mac computers. 6. Insert a memory card into the memory card slot in Windows and as mounted volumes on your computer, Windows may have several network drives mapped on Mac computers. Connect the USB cable to map and assign ...your computer. Press the Delete key on the memory card. 5. Select Edit > Paste. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Open the "Garmin" or memory card drive/volume. 4. Connect the aera to your aera from MapSource® 22 Connecting Your aera to the trash can store files, such as removable drives in My Computer in the...
Managing Files Managing Files You can on Mac computers. 6. Insert a memory card into the memory card slot in Windows and as mounted volumes on your computer, Windows may have several network drives mapped on Mac computers. Connect the USB cable to map and assign ...your computer. Press the Delete key on the memory card. 5. Select Edit > Paste. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual Open the "Garmin" or memory card drive/volume. 4. Connect the aera to your aera from MapSource® 22 Connecting Your aera to the trash can store files, such as removable drives in My Computer in the...
Automotive Owner's Manual
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... the friction mount requires significant force. NOTE: Reconnecting the cradle to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Removing the aera and Mount To remove the aera from the cradle, press the button on the Menu page are put back in the end piece. Press the ball firmly into the socket. 36 aera 500 Series Owner...'s Manual Screw on the mount. Go outside to...
... the friction mount requires significant force. NOTE: Reconnecting the cradle to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. Removing the aera and Mount To remove the aera from the cradle, press the button on the Menu page are put back in the end piece. Press the ball firmly into the socket. 36 aera 500 Series Owner...'s Manual Screw on the mount. Go outside to...
Automotive Owner's Manual
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... because it in the glove compartment. • Register your product at http://my.garmin.com. • Use the Garmin Lock feature. Appendix Avoiding Theft • To avoid theft, remove the unit and mount from sight when not in use. • Do not keep your unit in ...eyeglass cleaner, if needed. Registering Your aera Go to http://my.garmin.com to install myGarmin Agent and register your aera. Follow the online instructions to register your aera, you can damage plastic components. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual37 Cleaning the Casing The aera is constructed of damage to excessive ...
... because it in the glove compartment. • Register your product at http://my.garmin.com. • Use the Garmin Lock feature. Appendix Avoiding Theft • To avoid theft, remove the unit and mount from sight when not in use. • Do not keep your unit in ...eyeglass cleaner, if needed. Registering Your aera Go to http://my.garmin.com to install myGarmin Agent and register your aera. Follow the online instructions to register your aera, you can damage plastic components. aera 500 Series Owner's Manual37 Cleaning the Casing The aera is constructed of damage to excessive ...
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...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 ...current 21 position icon 30 Power key 1 Q QWERTY 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
...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 ...current 21 position icon 30 Power key 1 Q QWERTY 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
Automotive Quick Start Manual
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... on the end of the lithium‑ion battery. 5. Lift and push the friction mount arm toward the windshield. aera 500 series quick start manual Insert the battery so that came in an Automobile 1. Charging Your aera Charge your aera for at least 4 hours before using on the battery match with the metal contacts inside...
... on the end of the lithium‑ion battery. 5. Lift and push the friction mount arm toward the windshield. aera 500 series quick start manual Insert the battery so that came in an Automobile 1. Charging Your aera Charge your aera for at least 4 hours before using on the battery match with the metal contacts inside...
Automotive Quick Start Manual
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... you can be found on XM subscriptions, go to www.garmin.com/xm. The Radio ID can receive XM satellite signals. NOTE: XM is only available in the automotive cradle or the aviation mount. ➐ Touch to view the Where Am I? aera 500 series quick start manual If you travel on the map..., and directions at the top of your aera came with voice prompts, arrows on major roadways. ➋ Touch to ...
... you can be found on XM subscriptions, go to www.garmin.com/xm. The Radio ID can receive XM satellite signals. NOTE: XM is only available in the automotive cradle or the aviation mount. ➐ Touch to view the Where Am I? aera 500 series quick start manual If you travel on the map..., and directions at the top of your aera came with voice prompts, arrows on major roadways. ➋ Touch to ...
Aviation Quick Reference Guide
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... aircraft's power outlet: 1) Mount the aera in the aircraft (refer to Appendix D of the 'Home' Screen. 2) Touch Yes. Changing Modes The aera offers two modes for several days. Changing modes: 1) Touch the automotive or aviation icon at the top of the aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide), and connect... as soon as external power is applied. 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 ...
... aircraft's power outlet: 1) Mount the aera in the aircraft (refer to Appendix D of the 'Home' Screen. 2) Touch Yes. Changing Modes The aera offers two modes for several days. Changing modes: 1) Touch the automotive or aviation icon at the top of the aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide), and connect... as soon as external power is applied. 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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... Files...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 Using an... the Casing...148 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
... Files...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 Using an... the Casing...148 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
Pilot's Guide
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... can be charged, the external power source charges the battery while the unit is applied. Connect the unit to 40°C). Mounting the aera in the aircraft. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 3 The unit can put the unit into Charge Mode. Charge the battery by connecting the vehicle or aviation... now goes into a 12-Volt or 24-Volt connector to the aera automatically turns on the unit for information on battery power. Charge the aera for several days. Charging the unit's battery using on mounting the aera in the Aircraft Refer to be used while it does not interfere ...
... can be charged, the external power source charges the battery while the unit is applied. Connect the unit to 40°C). Mounting the aera in the aircraft. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 3 The unit can put the unit into Charge Mode. Charge the battery by connecting the vehicle or aviation... now goes into a 12-Volt or 24-Volt connector to the aera automatically turns on the unit for information on battery power. Charge the aera for several days. Charging the unit's battery using on mounting the aera in the Aircraft Refer to be used while it does not interfere ...
Pilot's Guide
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... the connector under the battery cover. 4) Connect the larger end of the USB cable to a USB port on in the desired mode (aviation or automotive). A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 127 Index Overview Appendix C Appendix C: Managing Files and Databases Connecting to a Computer The... Windows and as removable drives in My Computer in the battery compartment. The Mass Storage Icon appears on Mac computers. 190-01117-02 Rev. The aera and memory card appear as mounted volumes on the screen, along with an icon indicating the usage mode.
... the connector under the battery cover. 4) Connect the larger end of the USB cable to a USB port on in the desired mode (aviation or automotive). A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 127 Index Overview Appendix C Appendix C: Managing Files and Databases Connecting to a Computer The... Windows and as removable drives in My Computer in the battery compartment. The Mass Storage Icon appears on Mac computers. 190-01117-02 Rev. The aera and memory card appear as mounted volumes on the screen, along with an icon indicating the usage mode.
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... D Appendix D: Installation and Interfacing Mounting the aera in an accident, collision, or turbulence. Do no mount the aera where the pilot or passengers are free and clear per the flight manual of an accident or turbulence. The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is designed to impact it will ... of the display screen as shown below. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 135 Index NOTE: Readjust the position of the aera to place this mount and secure the unit so that it in the Aircraft The aera yoke mount comes fully assembled as lighting conditions change. 190-01117...
... D Appendix D: Installation and Interfacing Mounting the aera in an accident, collision, or turbulence. Do no mount the aera where the pilot or passengers are free and clear per the flight manual of an accident or turbulence. The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is designed to impact it will ... of the display screen as shown below. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 135 Index NOTE: Readjust the position of the aera to place this mount and secure the unit so that it in the Aircraft The aera yoke mount comes fully assembled as lighting conditions change. 190-01117...
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... Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Index Cradle Adjustment Knob Yoke Mount Assembly 136 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev. Overview GPS Navigation Appendix D Attaching the yoke mount to the yoke shaft or control arm: 1) Open the clamp by turning the Clamp Adjustment Knob until it can be easily placed over...
... Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Index Cradle Adjustment Knob Yoke Mount Assembly 136 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev. Overview GPS Navigation Appendix D Attaching the yoke mount to the yoke shaft or control arm: 1) Open the clamp by turning the Clamp Adjustment Knob until it can be easily placed over...
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Adjust the clamp angle before fully tightening the Cradle Adjustment Knob. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 137 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 the Cradle Adjustment Knob, spacer, and...
Adjust the clamp angle before fully tightening the Cradle Adjustment Knob. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 137 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 the Cradle Adjustment Knob, spacer, and...
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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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... 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 clamp assembly can also output frequency data to a Garmin aviation radio. CAUTION: This interface does not have an FAA installation airworthiness approval. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot...
... 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 clamp assembly can also output frequency data to a Garmin aviation radio. CAUTION: This interface does not have an FAA installation airworthiness approval. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot...