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OVERVIEW GPS NAVIGATION FLIGHT PLANNING HAZARD AVOIDANCE ADDITIONAL FEATURES APPENDICES INDEX
OVERVIEW GPS NAVIGATION FLIGHT PLANNING HAZARD AVOIDANCE ADDITIONAL FEATURES APPENDICES INDEX
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...information. Due to ensure that the information remains current. WARNING: The indicators represented on GPS-derived data and may differ from third party sources. The aera 795/796 Terrain Proximity feature is not certified for long-range planning purposes only. WARNING: The... altitude displayed by aera 795/796 GPS receivers is obtained from the instruments in data transmission and the relative age of view or interfere with operating controls. Weather information is not able to current aeronautical charts for hazardous weather penetration. Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide...
...information. Due to ensure that the information remains current. WARNING: The indicators represented on GPS-derived data and may differ from third party sources. The aera 795/796 Terrain Proximity feature is not certified for long-range planning purposes only. WARNING: The... altitude displayed by aera 795/796 GPS receivers is obtained from the instruments in data transmission and the relative age of view or interfere with operating controls. Weather information is not able to current aeronautical charts for hazardous weather penetration. Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide...
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...could affect the accuracy and performance of all aspects of the aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide documentation and the Pilot's Operating Handbook of unsafe operation, carefully review and understand all GPS equipment. Garmin accurately processes and cross-validates the data, but cannot guarantee the...the aera 795/796. WARNING: The United States government operates the Global Positioning System and is thus the responsibility of the pilot to occur without a fault indication shown by means of the Garmin aera 795/796 utilize GPS as severe or giving an intense radar echo." A Garmin aera 795/796...
...could affect the accuracy and performance of all aspects of the aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide documentation and the Pilot's Operating Handbook of unsafe operation, carefully review and understand all GPS equipment. Garmin accurately processes and cross-validates the data, but cannot guarantee the...the aera 795/796. WARNING: The United States government operates the Global Positioning System and is thus the responsibility of the pilot to occur without a fault indication shown by means of the Garmin aera 795/796 utilize GPS as severe or giving an intense radar echo." A Garmin aera 795/796...
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... Do not disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery. • Only replace the battery with applicable local laws and regulations. CAUTION: The Garmin aera 795/796 does not contain any chemical or abrasive cleaners on the touchscreen and/or plastic casing. Basemap data is intended only to supplement other ...of fire or explosion. Clean the touchscreen with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. A Using another battery presents a risk of damage to the GPS device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury. • Do not leave the device exposed to operate this device under FAA/FCC...
... Do not disassemble, puncture, or damage the battery. • Only replace the battery with applicable local laws and regulations. CAUTION: The Garmin aera 795/796 does not contain any chemical or abrasive cleaners on the touchscreen and/or plastic casing. Basemap data is intended only to supplement other ...of fire or explosion. Clean the touchscreen with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. A Using another battery presents a risk of damage to the GPS device, fire, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, and/or injury. • Do not leave the device exposed to operate this device under FAA/FCC...
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... displays to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. NOTE: Interference from GPS repeaters operating inside nearby hangars can cause an intermittent loss of attitude and heading displays while the aircraft is being provided in accordance with California's Proposition 65. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide NOTE: Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) data is provided...
... displays to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. NOTE: Interference from GPS repeaters operating inside nearby hangars can cause an intermittent loss of attitude and heading displays while the aircraft is being provided in accordance with California's Proposition 65. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide NOTE: Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) data is provided...
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... Overview 1 1.1 Unit Overview...1 1.2 Getting Started...2 Battery Installation...2 Charging the Battery...3 Mounting the aera 795/796 in the Aircraft 4 Turning the Unit On/Off...5 GPS Receiver Status...6 Display Orientation...8 1.3 Operation...8 Basic Touchscreen Operation 8 Dedicated Icons...10 Page Buttons (...GPS Navigation 31 2.1 Introduction...31 Data Fields...32 Numeric Flight Data...35 Compass Arc...36 2.2 HSI/Panel...37 Setting the Bug Indicator...38 Manually Setting a Course 38 2.3 Vertical Navigation (VNAV 39 Using the VNAV Feature...40 190-01194-00 Rev. A Garmin aera 795...
... Overview 1 1.1 Unit Overview...1 1.2 Getting Started...2 Battery Installation...2 Charging the Battery...3 Mounting the aera 795/796 in the Aircraft 4 Turning the Unit On/Off...5 GPS Receiver Status...6 Display Orientation...8 1.3 Operation...8 Basic Touchscreen Operation 8 Dedicated Icons...10 Page Buttons (...GPS Navigation 31 2.1 Introduction...31 Data Fields...32 Numeric Flight Data...35 Compass Arc...36 2.2 HSI/Panel...37 Setting the Bug Indicator...38 Manually Setting a Course 38 2.3 Vertical Navigation (VNAV 39 Using the VNAV Feature...40 190-01194-00 Rev. A Garmin aera 795...
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A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide iii Table of Contents Terrain Alerts & Setup...... 5.5 VFR/IFR Chart Viewing 117 5.6 SafeTaxi...118 SafeTaxi Cycle Number and Revision 119 5.7 SiriusXM® Radio (aera 796 119 Activating SiriusXM Satellite Radio Services 120 Using SiriusXM Radio...121 5.8 Electronic Checklists 126 Section 6 Appendices 127 Appendix... 133 Loss of GPS Position...133 Hazard Display with Loss of GPS Position 133 Appendix C: SD Cards and Databases 134 SD Card Use...134 Databases...135 Appendix D: Installation and Interfacing 139 Mounting the aera 795/796 in the ...
A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide iii Table of Contents Terrain Alerts & Setup...... 5.5 VFR/IFR Chart Viewing 117 5.6 SafeTaxi...118 SafeTaxi Cycle Number and Revision 119 5.7 SiriusXM® Radio (aera 796 119 Activating SiriusXM Satellite Radio Services 120 Using SiriusXM Radio...121 5.8 Electronic Checklists 126 Section 6 Appendices 127 Appendix... 133 Loss of GPS Position...133 Hazard Display with Loss of GPS Position 133 Appendix C: SD Cards and Databases 134 SD Card Use...134 Databases...135 Appendix D: Installation and Interfacing 139 Mounting the aera 795/796 in the ...
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... FCC Compliance...190 Industry Canada Compliance 190 iv Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Table of Contents Connecting to a Garmin VHF Comm Radio 144 Connecting the GXM 40 Antenna (aera 796 146 Connecting to a GTX 330 Mode S Transponder 147 Interfacing...147 Using an external GPS Antenna (Optional 149 Appendix E: Battery and Care...
... FCC Compliance...190 Industry Canada Compliance 190 iv Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Table of Contents Connecting to a Garmin VHF Comm Radio 144 Connecting the GXM 40 Antenna (aera 796 146 Connecting to a GTX 330 Mode S Transponder 147 Interfacing...147 Using an external GPS Antenna (Optional 149 Appendix E: Battery and Care...
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A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 1 Power Button External Antenna Connector USB Connector Unit Overview (Left Side) Appendices Index 190-01194-00 Rev. Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features SECTION 1 OVERVIEW Overview 1.1 UNIT OVERVIEW The aera 795/796 presents GPS-derived analog flight instrumentation, position, navigation, and hazard avoidance information to the pilot using a 7" WVGA high brightness display with capacitive Touch Screen.
A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 1 Power Button External Antenna Connector USB Connector Unit Overview (Left Side) Appendices Index 190-01194-00 Rev. Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features SECTION 1 OVERVIEW Overview 1.1 UNIT OVERVIEW The aera 795/796 presents GPS-derived analog flight instrumentation, position, navigation, and hazard avoidance information to the pilot using a 7" WVGA high brightness display with capacitive Touch Screen.
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Overview Overview Power Button SD Card Slot GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Unit Overview (Right Side) 1.2 GETTING STARTED BATTERY INSTALLATION NOTE: Refer to Appendix E for additional battery information. ...lithium-ion battery that the metal contacts on the battery line-up with the metal contacts inside the battery compartment. 4) Insert the battery into place. 2 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. WARNING: The product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the aircraft or ...
Overview Overview Power Button SD Card Slot GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Unit Overview (Right Side) 1.2 GETTING STARTED BATTERY INSTALLATION NOTE: Refer to Appendix E for additional battery information. ...lithium-ion battery that the metal contacts on the battery line-up with the metal contacts inside the battery compartment. 4) Insert the battery into place. 2 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. WARNING: The product contains a lithium-ion battery. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the aircraft or ...
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Overview GPS Navigation Power Button Overview SD Card Slot Battery Release: Push to remove the battery Battery Contacts Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Index Unit Overview (Back - Battery Out) CHARGING THE BATTERY NOTE: While in use for several days. 190-01194-00 Rev. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 3 To avoid discharging the aircraft's battery, disconnect the external power cable from the unit when not in Charge Mode the unit draws a current from the aircraft.
Overview GPS Navigation Power Button Overview SD Card Slot Battery Release: Push to remove the battery Battery Contacts Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Index Unit Overview (Back - Battery Out) CHARGING THE BATTERY NOTE: While in use for several days. 190-01194-00 Rev. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 3 To avoid discharging the aircraft's battery, disconnect the external power cable from the unit when not in Charge Mode the unit draws a current from the aircraft.
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...hold the POWER Button. Instead of completely turning off, the unit now goes into Charge Mode. Overview GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Overview Charge the aera 795/796 for full operation. USING CHARGE MODE Applying external power to charge. A Plug the unit into ...a 12-Volt or 24-Volt connector to the aera 795/796 automatically turns on the unit for at least 4 hours before using the aircraft's power outlet: 1) Mount the aera 795/796 in the aircraft. Appendices Index 4 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. The unit can...
...hold the POWER Button. Instead of completely turning off, the unit now goes into Charge Mode. Overview GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Overview Charge the aera 795/796 for full operation. USING CHARGE MODE Applying external power to charge. A Plug the unit into ...a 12-Volt or 24-Volt connector to the aera 795/796 automatically turns on the unit for at least 4 hours before using the aircraft's power outlet: 1) Mount the aera 795/796 in the aircraft. Appendices Index 4 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. The unit can...
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... continue. Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Index aera 795 Database Initialization aera 796 190-01194-00 Rev. Database information includes valid operating dates, cycle number, and database type. When this information, and the Main Menu is displayed. Overview GPS Navigation Overview TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF Press and hold...have expired), the pilot is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to "find itself" anywhere in the world. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 5 The first time the unit is turned on or off.
... continue. Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Index aera 795 Database Initialization aera 796 190-01194-00 Rev. Database information includes valid operating dates, cycle number, and database type. When this information, and the Main Menu is displayed. Overview GPS Navigation Overview TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF Press and hold...have expired), the pilot is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to "find itself" anywhere in the world. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 5 The first time the unit is turned on or off.
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... longer tracking enough satellites for and collecting data from satellites visible at its last known or initialized location, but has not acquired a fix • 2D GPS Location-At least three satellites have been acquired and a threedimensional fix has been calculated. A "3D Differential" appears when you are receiving DGPS corrections in 2D... looking for a 2D or 3D fix PRN Number Constellation Diagram 45° Above Horizon Horizon Signal Strength Bar PRN Number Location (Lat/Long) Appendices Index GPS Status 6 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev.
... longer tracking enough satellites for and collecting data from satellites visible at its last known or initialized location, but has not acquired a fix • 2D GPS Location-At least three satellites have been acquired and a threedimensional fix has been calculated. A "3D Differential" appears when you are receiving DGPS corrections in 2D... looking for a 2D or 3D fix PRN Number Constellation Diagram 45° Above Horizon Horizon Signal Strength Bar PRN Number Location (Lat/Long) Appendices Index GPS Status 6 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev.
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... that should be helpful in troubleshooting weak (or missing) signal levels due to poor satellite coverage or installation problems. As the GPS receiver locks onto satellites, a signal strength bar is displayed for each satellite in view. 'Acquiring Satellites' is looking for WAAS... Green bar-Satellite is indicated as the solution until the 3D differential fix has finished acquisition. Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Overview Viewing the GPS status: From the Main Menu, touch Tools > GPS Status. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 7
... that should be helpful in troubleshooting weak (or missing) signal levels due to poor satellite coverage or installation problems. As the GPS receiver locks onto satellites, a signal strength bar is displayed for each satellite in view. 'Acquiring Satellites' is looking for WAAS... Green bar-Satellite is indicated as the solution until the 3D differential fix has finished acquisition. Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Overview Viewing the GPS status: From the Main Menu, touch Tools > GPS Status. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 7
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... the desired selection. The icon, view, menu option, datafield, etc, will momentarily turn blue when selected. A Overview GPS Navigation Overview DISPLAY ORIENTATION The aera 795/796 can be viewed in either Portrait or Landscape Mode. Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Index Basic Touchscreen Operation 8 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev.
... the desired selection. The icon, view, menu option, datafield, etc, will momentarily turn blue when selected. A Overview GPS Navigation Overview DISPLAY ORIENTATION The aera 795/796 can be viewed in either Portrait or Landscape Mode. Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Index Basic Touchscreen Operation 8 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev.
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Overview GPS Navigation SCROLLING AND PANNING Scrolling and panning on the touchscreen map displays: Pinch fingers together (zoom out), or pull fingers apart (zoom in any direction to scroll menus, documents, etc. Or: Drag in ). A Zoom Out Zoom In Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 9 Overview Scrolling Panning ZOOMING Zooming in and out on the touchscreen: Drag up or down to pan maps or charts. Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Index 190-01194-00 Rev.
Overview GPS Navigation SCROLLING AND PANNING Scrolling and panning on the touchscreen map displays: Pinch fingers together (zoom out), or pull fingers apart (zoom in any direction to scroll menus, documents, etc. Or: Drag in ). A Zoom Out Zoom In Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 9 Overview Scrolling Panning ZOOMING Zooming in and out on the touchscreen: Drag up or down to pan maps or charts. Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Index 190-01194-00 Rev.
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...sensitive option menu. NRST Displays the Nearest Icons. A Appendices Index PAGE BUTTONS (OPTIONAL) NOTE: The aera 795/796 Optional Page Buttons are four dedicated touch icons. Six different configurable Page Buttons are located above the ...screen. Main Menu (Shortcut) Touch and hold the following icons to perform the associated function: Overview GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Dedicated Icons Back Returns to display the Main Menu. Direct-... the bottom of the screen, touch the 10 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev.
...sensitive option menu. NRST Displays the Nearest Icons. A Appendices Index PAGE BUTTONS (OPTIONAL) NOTE: The aera 795/796 Optional Page Buttons are four dedicated touch icons. Six different configurable Page Buttons are located above the ...screen. Main Menu (Shortcut) Touch and hold the following icons to perform the associated function: Overview GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Dedicated Icons Back Returns to display the Main Menu. Direct-... the bottom of the screen, touch the 10 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev.
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...page button. FPL List Displays the Flight Plan List. Numbers Displays flight data. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 11 Charts Displays the VFR or IFR charts. Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Overview Page Button that will be replaced by ...the new Page Button. 4) Touch Save. Weather Displays second-level Weather Icons (aera 796). Touch the following icons to display...
...page button. FPL List Displays the Flight Plan List. Numbers Displays flight data. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 11 Charts Displays the VFR or IFR charts. Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Overview Page Button that will be replaced by ...the new Page Button. 4) Touch Save. Weather Displays second-level Weather Icons (aera 796). Touch the following icons to display...
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... Tops. AIRMET Displays AIRMETs. User WPT Displays nearest user waypoints. Airspace Displays nearest airspace. WEATHER ICONS (aera 796) From the Main Menu, touch the Weather icon to display the weather product: NEXRAD Displays NEXRAD ...GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Overview VOR Displays nearest VORs. City Displays nearest cities. ARTCC Displays nearest ARTCCs (Air Route Traffic Control Centers). SIGMET Displays SIGMETs. Intersection Displays nearest intersections. Storm Cells Displays Storm Cells. Appendices Index 12 Garmin aera 795...
... Tops. AIRMET Displays AIRMETs. User WPT Displays nearest user waypoints. Airspace Displays nearest airspace. WEATHER ICONS (aera 796) From the Main Menu, touch the Weather icon to display the weather product: NEXRAD Displays NEXRAD ...GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Overview VOR Displays nearest VORs. City Displays nearest cities. ARTCC Displays nearest ARTCCs (Air Route Traffic Control Centers). SIGMET Displays SIGMETs. Intersection Displays nearest intersections. Storm Cells Displays Storm Cells. Appendices Index 12 Garmin aera 795...