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 ...Battery Information 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...
...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 ...Battery Information 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...
Automotive Owner's Manual
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... silver tip is placed in your vehicle, you are green . Removing the aera and Mount To remove the aera from tall obstructions to use your aera. NOTE: Reconnecting the cradle to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. For more information about GPS, go to the friction mount requires significant force. Go outside to replace the fuse located at the...
... silver tip is placed in your vehicle, you are green . Removing the aera and Mount To remove the aera from tall obstructions to use your aera. NOTE: Reconnecting the cradle to www.garmin.com/aboutGPS. For more information about GPS, go to the friction mount requires significant force. Go outside to replace the fuse located at the...
Automotive Owner's Manual
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Index G Garmin Lock 30, 33 geocaching 10 globe view 10 Go! page options 6 Go Home 7 GPS about GPS 36 off/on 28 H hands-...free phone features 13-15 headphone jack 39 headset 20 Help 23 Home location 7 phone number 15 I incoming call 14 K keyboard 7 language mode 7, 29 layout 28 kilometers 28 L Lane Assist 12 language guide 26 lithium-ion battery 35, 39 locking your aera... 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...
Index G Garmin Lock 30, 33 geocaching 10 globe view 10 Go! page options 6 Go Home 7 GPS about GPS 36 off/on 28 H hands-...free phone features 13-15 headphone jack 39 headset 20 Help 23 Home location 7 phone number 15 I incoming call 14 K keyboard 7 language mode 7, 29 layout 28 kilometers 28 L Lane Assist 12 language guide 26 lithium-ion battery 35, 39 locking your aera... 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...
Aviation Quick Reference Guide
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... the power cable to Appendix D of the 'Home' Screen. 2) Touch Yes. A Garmin aera 500 Series Quick Reference Guide 3 Charging the unit's 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... it does not interfere with aircraft operation. Viewing the GPS status: From the 'Home' Screen, touch Tools > GPS Status. GPS Receiver Status The bars on the 'Home' Screen indicate the GPS signal strength. Changing Modes The aera offers two modes for several days. Aviation Automotive Or:...
... the power cable to Appendix D of the 'Home' Screen. 2) Touch Yes. A Garmin aera 500 Series Quick Reference Guide 3 Charging the unit's 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... it does not interfere with aircraft operation. Viewing the GPS status: From the 'Home' Screen, touch Tools > GPS Status. GPS Receiver Status The bars on the 'Home' Screen indicate the GPS signal strength. Changing Modes The aera offers two modes for several days. Aviation Automotive Or:...
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... Nearest Airport Criteria Settings 27 1.8 Present Position...28 Position...28 New Location...29 Simulator Mode...29 Section 2 GPS Navigation 31 2.1 Introduction...31 Data Fields...32 Numeric Flight Data...35 Compass Arc...36 2.2 HSI/Panel...37 ...
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... Nearest Airport Criteria Settings 27 1.8 Present Position...28 Position...28 New Location...29 Simulator Mode...29 Section 2 GPS Navigation 31 2.1 Introduction...31 Data Fields...32 Numeric Flight Data...35 Compass Arc...36 2.2 HSI/Panel...37 ...
Pilot's Guide
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... 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 external GPS Antenna (Optional 145 Appendix E: Battery and Care...
... 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 external GPS Antenna (Optional 145 Appendix E: Battery and Care...
Pilot's Guide
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...completely turning off, the unit now goes into a 12-Volt or 24-Volt connector to the aera automatically turns on battery power. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 3 Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Overview Charging the Battery NOTE: While in Charge Mode, the... the aircraft's battery, disconnect the external power cable from the aircraft. Using charge mode Applying external power to charge. Mounting the aera in the Aircraft Refer to be available while in the aircraft. Appendices Index 190-01117-02 Rev. The unit begins charging...
...completely turning off, the unit now goes into a 12-Volt or 24-Volt connector to the aera automatically turns on battery power. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 3 Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Overview Charging the Battery NOTE: While in Charge Mode, the... the aircraft's battery, disconnect the external power cable from the aircraft. Using charge mode Applying external power to charge. Mounting the aera in the Aircraft Refer to be available while in the aircraft. Appendices Index 190-01117-02 Rev. The unit begins charging...
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A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 127 Index The aera and memory card appear as removable drives in My Computer in Windows and as mounted volumes on the screen, along with an icon indicating the usage mode. Press it in until it is in the desired usage...to the correct mode, the user must connect the aera to the computer while it clicks. 2) Turn the aera on in the desired mode (aviation or automotive). Mini-USB Connector GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Mini-USB Connection Connecting the aera to a computer: 1) (Optional Step) Insert a...
A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 127 Index The aera and memory card appear as removable drives in My Computer in Windows and as mounted volumes on the screen, along with an icon indicating the usage mode. Press it in until it is in the desired usage...to the correct mode, the user must connect the aera to the computer while it clicks. 2) Turn the aera on in the desired mode (aviation or automotive). Mini-USB Connector GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Mini-USB Connection Connecting the aera to a computer: 1) (Optional Step) Insert a...
Pilot's Guide
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GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices aera Cradle Clamp Adjustment Knob WARNING: It is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the aera to fit the majority of the applicable aircraft and that it in an accident, collision, or turbulence. ...manual of conventional aircraft yokes and center column controls. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 135 Index The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is designed to place this mount and secure the unit so that the aera yoke mount and wiring do not cause any interference with the aircraft...
GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices aera Cradle Clamp Adjustment Knob WARNING: It is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the aera to fit the majority of the applicable aircraft and that it in an accident, collision, or turbulence. ...manual of conventional aircraft yokes and center column controls. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 135 Index The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is designed to place this mount and secure the unit so that the aera yoke mount and wiring do not cause any interference with the aircraft...
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... Index Cradle Adjustment Knob Yoke Mount Assembly 136 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev. A Install the yoke mount as desired. 4) Tighten the Cradle Adjustment Knob to hold the aera in place. 5) Connect power/data cables. Removing the aera from the panel as is practical... the aera as far from the yoke mount: 1) Press the Release Button on the side of the aera into place. Attaching the aera to the yoke mount: 1) Fit the bottom of the mount to release the aera. 2) Lift out the aera. Overview GPS Navigation Appendix D Attaching the yoke mount to the...
... Index Cradle Adjustment Knob Yoke Mount Assembly 136 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev. A Install the yoke mount as desired. 4) Tighten the Cradle Adjustment Knob to hold the aera in place. 5) Connect power/data cables. Removing the aera from the panel as is practical... the aera as far from the yoke mount: 1) Press the Release Button on the side of the aera into place. Attaching the aera to the yoke mount: 1) Fit the bottom of the mount to release the aera. 2) Lift out the aera. Overview GPS Navigation Appendix D Attaching the yoke mount to the...
Pilot's Guide
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A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 137 Appendices Index 190-01117-02 Rev. 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 ... Secure the clamp assembly to the rest of the yoke mount using the Cradle Adjustment Knob, spacer, and rubber washer. Adjust the clamp angle before fully tightening the Cradle Adjustment Knob. Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Connecting the cables:...
A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 137 Appendices Index 190-01117-02 Rev. 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 ... Secure the clamp assembly to the rest of the yoke mount using the Cradle Adjustment Knob, spacer, and rubber washer. Adjust the clamp angle before fully tightening the Cradle Adjustment Knob. Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Connecting the cables:...
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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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CAUTION: This interface does not have an FAA installation airworthiness approval. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 139 Appendices Index Connecting to a Garmin VHF Comm Radio The aera can be easily removed from the SL 30/40 tuning interface. If any abnormalities with SL ...-02 Rev. Currently the two models supported are encountered, disconnect the aera from the yoke shaft or control arm. 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...
CAUTION: This interface does not have an FAA installation airworthiness approval. A Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 139 Appendices Index Connecting to a Garmin VHF Comm Radio The aera can be easily removed from the SL 30/40 tuning interface. If any abnormalities with SL ...-02 Rev. Currently the two models supported are encountered, disconnect the aera from the yoke shaft or control arm. 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...
Pilot's Guide
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...the list. After the drivers are now available on the appropriate Aviation Mount. Connecting the GXM 40 antenna: 1) Position the antenna where it is now tuned in standby. This can be on your aera when it has a clear view of the vehicle or behind the...*). USB driver updates can be found at www.garmin.com. b) Touch the 'Tune' Button. Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendix D The following features are installed, your computer always detects your aera 510 or 560. The aera can also directly tune a standby frequency. Connecting...
...the list. After the drivers are now available on the appropriate Aviation Mount. Connecting the GXM 40 antenna: 1) Position the antenna where it is now tuned in standby. This can be on your aera when it has a clear view of the vehicle or behind the...*). USB driver updates can be found at www.garmin.com. b) Touch the 'Tune' Button. Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendix D The following features are installed, your computer always detects your aera 510 or 560. The aera can also directly tune a standby frequency. Connecting...
Pilot's Guide
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Configuring TIS input: 1) Connect the aera to the transponder was lost. 142 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev. A vertical list is unavailable. • Lost Connection-an error occurred or the connection to ... GTX 330 Transponder Installation Manual. Appendix D Overview GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Mini-USB Connector to Mini-USB Connector the XM Receiver (aera to the XM Receiver 510 & 560 only) (aera 510 & 560 only) Mini-USB Connector to GXM 40 Antenna (XM Aviation Mounts) Connecting to a GTX 330 Mode S Transponder ...
Configuring TIS input: 1) Connect the aera to the transponder was lost. 142 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev. A vertical list is unavailable. • Lost Connection-an error occurred or the connection to ... GTX 330 Transponder Installation Manual. Appendix D Overview GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Mini-USB Connector to Mini-USB Connector the XM Receiver (aera to the XM Receiver 510 & 560 only) (aera 510 & 560 only) Mini-USB Connector to GXM 40 Antenna (XM Aviation Mounts) Connecting to a GTX 330 Mode S Transponder ...
Pilot's Guide
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... Editing 72 Fuel Flow 72 Inverting 74 Fllight Plan Storage 69 Forecast 89 Freezing Levels 88 FSS 61 Fuel Flow 72 Fuse, changing 147 G GPS Navigation 31 GPS Receiver Status 5 GTX 330 142 GXM 40 Antenna 141 H Hazard Display 125 Heading Line 159, 160 'Home' Screen 8 HSI/Panel 37... METARs 85 MicroSD Card 130 Installing 130 Modes Changing 4 Mounting, in aircraft 135 Icing Forecast 89 Indicated Altitude 160 Interfacing 143 Intersections 54 Inverting, flight plans 74 N Navigation Controls 7 NDBs 54 Nearest 9, 49 Airport Criteria 51 Index-2 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev. A ...
... Editing 72 Fuel Flow 72 Inverting 74 Fllight Plan Storage 69 Forecast 89 Freezing Levels 88 FSS 61 Fuel Flow 72 Fuse, changing 147 G GPS Navigation 31 GPS Receiver Status 5 GTX 330 142 GXM 40 Antenna 141 H Hazard Display 125 Heading Line 159, 160 'Home' Screen 8 HSI/Panel 37... METARs 85 MicroSD Card 130 Installing 130 Modes Changing 4 Mounting, in aircraft 135 Icing Forecast 89 Indicated Altitude 160 Interfacing 143 Intersections 54 Inverting, flight plans 74 N Navigation Controls 7 NDBs 54 Nearest 9, 49 Airport Criteria 51 Index-2 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev. A ...
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A Overview GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Index U Updates, database 132 USB Drivers 141 User Waypoints 56 Creating 56 Deleting 59 Utilities 155 V Vectors-to-... 80 Weight & Balance 163 Winds Aloft 83 X XM Activating 79 Animating 93 Legends 93 Radio 109 Radio ID 79 Weather 79 Weather Products 80 Y Yoke Mount 136 Appendices Index Index-4 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev.
A Overview GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Index U Updates, database 132 USB Drivers 141 User Waypoints 56 Creating 56 Deleting 59 Utilities 155 V Vectors-to-... 80 Weight & Balance 163 Winds Aloft 83 X XM Activating 79 Animating 93 Legends 93 Radio 109 Radio ID 79 Weather 79 Weather Products 80 Y Yoke Mount 136 Appendices Index Index-4 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev.