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...significantly from the instruments in applications requiring a certified terrain awareness system. Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Garmin is NOT intended to ensure that the information remains current. A The aera 795/796 Terrain Proximity feature is not able to be relied upon the use outdated...data. Pilots using any outdated database do so entirely at their own risk. Warnings, Cautions & Notes WARNING: When installing the aera™ 795/796, place the unit so it does not obstruct the field of the data, NEXRAD weather data should not be used...
...significantly from the instruments in applications requiring a certified terrain awareness system. Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Garmin is NOT intended to ensure that the information remains current. A The aera 795/796 Terrain Proximity feature is not able to be relied upon the use outdated...data. Pilots using any outdated database do so entirely at their own risk. Warnings, Cautions & Notes WARNING: When installing the aera™ 795/796, place the unit so it does not obstruct the field of the data, NEXRAD weather data should not be used...
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A Garmin aera 795/796 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 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 (Optional)...10 Main ...
A Garmin aera 795/796 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 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 (Optional)...10 Main ...
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A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide iii Table of Contents Terrain Alerts & Setup...99 4.3 Traffic Information Service... 117 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 A: ... and Databases 134 SD Card Use...134 Databases...135 Appendix D: Installation and Interfacing 139 Mounting the aera 795/796 in the Aircraft 139 Connecting to a Computer 143 190-01194-00 Rev.
A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide iii Table of Contents Terrain Alerts & Setup...99 4.3 Traffic Information Service... 117 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 A: ... and Databases 134 SD Card Use...134 Databases...135 Appendix D: Installation and Interfacing 139 Mounting the aera 795/796 in the Aircraft 139 Connecting to a Computer 143 190-01194-00 Rev.
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CAUTION: Always keep the battery installed when the unit is 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. A Index To prevent damage, remove the unit from the ...aircraft or store it clicks into the battery compartment, and push until it out of direct sunlight. Installing the battery: 1) Locate the lithium-ion...
CAUTION: Always keep the battery installed when the unit is 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. A Index To prevent damage, remove the unit from the ...aircraft or store it clicks into the battery compartment, and push until it out of direct sunlight. Installing the battery: 1) Locate the lithium-ion...
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...power is charging. USING CHARGE MODE Applying external power to 40°C). Appendices Index 4 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Charging the unit's battery using on mounting the aera 795/796 in the aircraft. The unit will run cooler and may allow more current to the ... be used while it does not interfere with aircraft operation. Plug the unit into a 12-Volt or 24-Volt connector to Appendix D 'Installation & Interfacing' for information on battery power. The unit can put the unit into Charge Mode. Instead of completely turning off, the unit ...
...power is charging. USING CHARGE MODE Applying external power to 40°C). Appendices Index 4 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Charging the unit's battery using on mounting the aera 795/796 in the aircraft. The unit will run cooler and may allow more current to the ... be used while it does not interfere with aircraft operation. Plug the unit into a 12-Volt or 24-Volt connector to Appendix D 'Installation & Interfacing' for information on battery power. The unit can put the unit into Charge Mode. Instead of completely turning off, the unit ...
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... navigation, the receiver uses satellite orbital data (collected continuously from the satellites) and last known position to poor satellite coverage or installation problems. As the GPS receiver locks onto satellites, a signal strength bar is looking for WAAS) below each satellite in view.... should be in view, with the appropriate satellite PRN number (01-32 or 33-64 for the indicated satellite - A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 7 No bar-Receiver is displayed for each bar. ACQUIRING SATELLITES The bars located at their respective positions on a satellite constellation...
... navigation, the receiver uses satellite orbital data (collected continuously from the satellites) and last known position to poor satellite coverage or installation problems. As the GPS receiver locks onto satellites, a signal strength bar is looking for WAAS) below each satellite in view.... should be in view, with the appropriate satellite PRN number (01-32 or 33-64 for the indicated satellite - A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 7 No bar-Receiver is displayed for each bar. ACQUIRING SATELLITES The bars located at their respective positions on a satellite constellation...
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... Index 190-01194-00 Rev. It typically forecasts significant weather changes, temporary changes, probable changes, and expected changes in weather conditions. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 85 If METAR data is shown next to the airport. METAR and TAF data can also contain information on precipitation amounts, lightning, and ... and barometric pressure. An abbreviated version can be displayed as raw or decoded text. METAR (METeorological Aerodrome Report) is only displayed within the installed aviation database service area. METARs are updated hourly or as METAR data.
... Index 190-01194-00 Rev. It typically forecasts significant weather changes, temporary changes, probable changes, and expected changes in weather conditions. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 85 If METAR data is shown next to the airport. METAR and TAF data can also contain information on precipitation amounts, lightning, and ... and barometric pressure. An abbreviated version can be displayed as raw or decoded text. METAR (METeorological Aerodrome Report) is only displayed within the installed aviation database service area. METARs are updated hourly or as METAR data.
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...and get a card format not recognized message, try removing the card and reinserting it is still not recognized, contact Garmin Product Support or your aera 795/796. SD Cards are not waterproof. Install or remove the SD Card at any time, whether the unit is facing the back of the slot. Be ... the card out of the unit. 2) Firmly push the card into the unit. You can buy pre-programmed SD Cards to read the card. Installing an SD Card: 1) Insert the card into the unit until it stops. 2) Release the card. Appendices Index 134 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. A
...and get a card format not recognized message, try removing the card and reinserting it is still not recognized, contact Garmin Product Support or your aera 795/796. SD Cards are not waterproof. Install or remove the SD Card at any time, whether the unit is facing the back of the slot. Be ... the card out of the unit. 2) Firmly push the card into the unit. You can buy pre-programmed SD Cards to read the card. Installing an SD Card: 1) Insert the card into the unit until it stops. 2) Release the card. Appendices Index 134 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. A
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... of an accident or turbulence. NOTE: Readjust the position of the aera 795/796 to fit the majority of conventional aircraft yokes and center column controls. NOTE: After installation, verify flight controls are likely to place this mount and secure the...controls. The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is not warranted against turbulence, collision damage, or related consequences. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 139 Index Overview Appendix D APPENDIX D: INSTALLATION AND INTERFACING MOUNTING THE aera 795/796 IN THE AIRCRAFT The aera 795/796 is designed to provide the best...
... of an accident or turbulence. NOTE: Readjust the position of the aera 795/796 to fit the majority of conventional aircraft yokes and center column controls. NOTE: After installation, verify flight controls are likely to place this mount and secure the...controls. The mounting hardware provided by Garmin is not warranted against turbulence, collision damage, or related consequences. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 139 Index Overview Appendix D APPENDIX D: INSTALLATION AND INTERFACING MOUNTING THE aera 795/796 IN THE AIRCRAFT The aera 795/796 is designed to provide the best...
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Install the yoke mount as far from the panel as desired. 4) Tighten the Cradle Adjustment Knob to the yoke shaft or control arm (see following figure): 1) Open the clamp by turning the Clamp Adjustment Knob until it can be easily placed over the yoke shaft or control arm. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 141 Overview...
Install the yoke mount as far from the panel as desired. 4) Tighten the Cradle Adjustment Knob to the yoke shaft or control arm (see following figure): 1) Open the clamp by turning the Clamp Adjustment Knob until it can be easily placed over the yoke shaft or control arm. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 141 Overview...
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... an FAA installation airworthiness approval. Output frequency data to an SL40/SL30 nav/comm radio: 1) Connect the aera 795/796 to a Garmin aviation radio. Currently the two models supported are encountered, disconnect the aera 795/796 from the ...GARMIN VHF COMM RADIO The aera 795/796 can also output frequency data to an SL30/SL40 using the Aviation Bare Wire Connector (optional accessory). NOTE: For additional information refer to the SL30 nav/comm or the SL40 comm installation manual. A aera 795/796 Aviation Bare Wire Connector Appendices Index 144 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide...
... an FAA installation airworthiness approval. Output frequency data to an SL40/SL30 nav/comm radio: 1) Connect the aera 795/796 to a Garmin aviation radio. Currently the two models supported are encountered, disconnect the aera 795/796 from the ...GARMIN VHF COMM RADIO The aera 795/796 can also output frequency data to an SL30/SL40 using the Aviation Bare Wire Connector (optional accessory). NOTE: For additional information refer to the SL30 nav/comm or the SL40 comm installation manual. A aera 795/796 Aviation Bare Wire Connector Appendices Index 144 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide...
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For more information, see the GTX 330 Transponder Installation Manual. Garmin's proprietary communication protocol is available from the transponder. • Data Unavailable-connection to transponder established, but TIS service is displayed. 4) Touch 'TIS In' or 'TIS In/NMEA & VHF Out'. Configuring TIS input: 1) Connect the aera 795/796 to TIS In or TIS In/NMEA..., GPRTE, and GPWPL. The following are the Approved Sentences for a valid TIS data stream. • Data Available-receiving TIS data from the Web site (www. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 147 Appendices Index
For more information, see the GTX 330 Transponder Installation Manual. Garmin's proprietary communication protocol is available from the transponder. • Data Unavailable-connection to transponder established, but TIS service is displayed. 4) Touch 'TIS In' or 'TIS In/NMEA & VHF Out'. Configuring TIS input: 1) Connect the aera 795/796 to TIS In or TIS In/NMEA..., GPRTE, and GPWPL. The following are the Approved Sentences for a valid TIS data stream. • Data Available-receiving TIS data from the Web site (www. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 147 Appendices Index
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... right. distance Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 181 The distance the aircraft is off a desired course in order to " waypoints. Appendices Index dBZ deg Desired Track DIS 190-01194-00 Rev. A decibels 'Z' (radar return) degree The desired course between two points to Steer Crosstrack Error degrees Celsius Indicated airspeed corrected for installation and instrument...
... right. distance Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 181 The distance the aircraft is off a desired course in order to " waypoints. Appendices Index dBZ deg Desired Track DIS 190-01194-00 Rev. A decibels 'Z' (radar return) degree The desired course between two points to Steer Crosstrack Error degrees Celsius Indicated airspeed corrected for installation and instrument...
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...will be determined by statute or otherwise in trade, is ," and no guarantee that interference will not occur in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be liable for help. This product does not contain any claims, losses, or ...part 15 of this equipment does cause harmful interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. c. Appendices Index 190 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. The user's sole and exclusive remedy is no warranty, express or implied, including...
...will be determined by statute or otherwise in trade, is ," and no guarantee that interference will not occur in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be liable for help. This product does not contain any claims, losses, or ...part 15 of this equipment does cause harmful interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. c. Appendices Index 190 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. The user's sole and exclusive remedy is no warranty, express or implied, including...
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A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide Index-1 Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features A Abnormal Operation 133 Acquiring Satellites 6 Additional Features 105 Aircraft Profile 166 AIRMETs 87 Airspace 60 ... 106, 109, 117 Approach Selecting 75 ARTCC 59 Aural Alerts 100, 131 Autolocate 6 Autozoom 19 B Backlight 25, 26 Baro Pressure 165 Battery Charging 3 Information 151 Installation 2 Life 151 Replacement 151 BKSP 15 Bug Indicator 36, 38 C cards, data 134 Category 121 Index Channel List 122 Charge Mode 4 Charging, the battery 3 Chart...
A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide Index-1 Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features A Abnormal Operation 133 Acquiring Satellites 6 Additional Features 105 Aircraft Profile 166 AIRMETs 87 Airspace 60 ... 106, 109, 117 Approach Selecting 75 ARTCC 59 Aural Alerts 100, 131 Autolocate 6 Autozoom 19 B Backlight 25, 26 Baro Pressure 165 Battery Charging 3 Information 151 Installation 2 Life 151 Replacement 151 BKSP 15 Bug Indicator 36, 38 C cards, data 134 Category 121 Index Channel List 122 Charge Mode 4 Charging, the battery 3 Chart...
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Warnings, Cautions & Notes WARNING: When installing the aera™ 795/796, place the unit so it does not ... long-range planning purposes only. Always use of view or interfere with operating controls. B Garmin aera 795/796 Quick Reference Guide WARNING: The indicators represented on GPS-derived data and may differ from third party sources. WARNING... by the aircraft altimeter when determining or selecting aircraft altitude. WARNING: Do not use in the aera 795/796 system must NOT be used in applications requiring a certified terrain awareness system. Databases used for short...
Warnings, Cautions & Notes WARNING: When installing the aera™ 795/796, place the unit so it does not ... long-range planning purposes only. Always use of view or interfere with operating controls. B Garmin aera 795/796 Quick Reference Guide WARNING: The indicators represented on GPS-derived data and may differ from third party sources. WARNING... by the aircraft altimeter when determining or selecting aircraft altitude. WARNING: Do not use in the aera 795/796 system must NOT be used in applications requiring a certified terrain awareness system. Databases used for short...
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Table of Contents Section 1 Overview 1 1.1 Unit Overview...1 1.2 Getting Started...2 Battery Installation...2 Charging the Battery...4 GPS Receiver Status...4 Display Orientation...4 1.3 Operation...5 Basic Touchscreen Operation 5 ...aera 796 23 User Waypoints...25 2.5 Direct-to Navigation 25 Section 3 Flight Planning 27 3.1 Flight Plan Data Fields 27 3.2 Flight Plan Creation 27 3.3 Adding Flight Plan Waypoints 29 3.4 Flight Plan Storage 30 3.5 Flight Plan Activation 30 3.6 Flight Plan Deletion 30 3.7 Approaches...31 190-01194-01 Rev. B Garmin aera 795/796 Quick Reference Guide...
Table of Contents Section 1 Overview 1 1.1 Unit Overview...1 1.2 Getting Started...2 Battery Installation...2 Charging the Battery...4 GPS Receiver Status...4 Display Orientation...4 1.3 Operation...5 Basic Touchscreen Operation 5 ...aera 796 23 User Waypoints...25 2.5 Direct-to Navigation 25 Section 3 Flight Planning 27 3.1 Flight Plan Data Fields 27 3.2 Flight Plan Creation 27 3.3 Adding Flight Plan Waypoints 29 3.4 Flight Plan Storage 30 3.5 Flight Plan Activation 30 3.6 Flight Plan Deletion 30 3.7 Approaches...31 190-01194-01 Rev. B Garmin aera 795/796 Quick Reference Guide...
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Overview Overview Power Button SD Card Slot GPS Navigation Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Utilities Appendix Unit Overview (Right Side) 1.2 GETTING STARTED BATTERY INSTALLATION Installing the battery: 1) Locate the lithium-ion battery that came in the product box. 2) Locate the metal contacts on the end of the lithium-ion battery. 3) ... battery line-up with the metal contacts inside the battery compartment. 4) Insert the battery into the battery compartment, and push until it clicks into place. 2 Garmin aera 795/796 Quick Reference Guide 190-01194-01 Rev. B Index
Overview Overview Power Button SD Card Slot GPS Navigation Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Utilities Appendix Unit Overview (Right Side) 1.2 GETTING STARTED BATTERY INSTALLATION Installing the battery: 1) Locate the lithium-ion battery that came in the product box. 2) Locate the metal contacts on the end of the lithium-ion battery. 3) ... battery line-up with the metal contacts inside the battery compartment. 4) Insert the battery into the battery compartment, and push until it clicks into place. 2 Garmin aera 795/796 Quick Reference Guide 190-01194-01 Rev. B Index
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... and void your warranty and your authority to part 15 of a navigational aid prepared or disseminated by an authorized Garmin service center. B Garmin aera 795/796 Quick Reference Guide 47 THIS ALLOCATION OF RISK IS REFLECTED IN OUR PRICES. The user agrees to stop using DAFIF™, a ...user-serviceable parts. Utilities Appendix Index 190-01194-01 Rev. b. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in a residential installation. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU AND ANY OTHER PERSONS RECEIVING OUR SERVICES, REGARDLESS OF THE CAUSE, WILL IN NO EVENT EXCEED ...
... and void your warranty and your authority to part 15 of a navigational aid prepared or disseminated by an authorized Garmin service center. B Garmin aera 795/796 Quick Reference Guide 47 THIS ALLOCATION OF RISK IS REFLECTED IN OUR PRICES. The user agrees to stop using DAFIF™, a ...user-serviceable parts. Utilities Appendix Index 190-01194-01 Rev. b. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in a residential installation. OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU AND ANY OTHER PERSONS RECEIVING OUR SERVICES, REGARDLESS OF THE CAUSE, WILL IN NO EVENT EXCEED ...
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Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance A Aircraft Profile 37 Airspace Messages 40 Approaches 31 Aural Alerts 43 Autozoom 15 B Battery Charging 4 Installation 2 BKSP 12 Bug Indicator 20 C Charging, the battery 4 Course, setting 20 D Data Entry 12 Alphanumeric Data 12 Predetermined Data Options 13 Data Fields 19, 41 ... 17 Message Advisories 39 N Nearest 9, 23 Numeric Data Options 41 Numeric Flight Data 19 O Option Menu 12 Index Utilities Appendix Index 190-01194-01 Rev. B Garmin aera 795/796 Quick Reference Guide Index-1
Overview GPS Navigation Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance A Aircraft Profile 37 Airspace Messages 40 Approaches 31 Aural Alerts 43 Autozoom 15 B Battery Charging 4 Installation 2 BKSP 12 Bug Indicator 20 C Charging, the battery 4 Course, setting 20 D Data Entry 12 Alphanumeric Data 12 Predetermined Data Options 13 Data Fields 19, 41 ... 17 Message Advisories 39 N Nearest 9, 23 Numeric Data Options 41 Numeric Flight Data 19 O Option Menu 12 Index Utilities Appendix Index 190-01194-01 Rev. B Garmin aera 795/796 Quick Reference Guide Index-1