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... receivers is approved only for long-range planning purposes only. WARNING: SiriusXM Weather should not be used for short-range weather avoidance. Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Due to current aeronautical charts for terrain avoidance and is obtained from the responsibility of being aware of obstacle and terrain ...
... receivers is approved only for long-range planning purposes only. WARNING: SiriusXM Weather should not be used for short-range weather avoidance. Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Due to current aeronautical charts for terrain avoidance and is obtained from the responsibility of being aware of obstacle and terrain ...
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... performance of all aspects of the aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide documentation and the Pilot's Operating Handbook of the pilot to occur without a fault indication shown by at least 20 miles any discrepancies before continuing navigation. Portions of the Garmin aera 795/796 utilize GPS as severe or giving an intense radar echo." A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide Thoroughly practice basic operation prior...
... performance of all aspects of the aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide documentation and the Pilot's Operating Handbook of the pilot to occur without a fault indication shown by at least 20 miles any discrepancies before continuing navigation. Portions of the Garmin aera 795/796 utilize GPS as severe or giving an intense radar echo." A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide Thoroughly practice basic operation prior...
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...or battery. • When storing the device for primary navigation. CAUTION: Avoid using any user-serviceable parts. CAUTION: The Garmin aera 795/796 does not contain any chemical or abrasive cleaners on the touchscreen and/or plastic casing. To prevent damage, remove the device ...from -20˚ to 55˚C). • Contact your Garmin dealer or the Garmin Web site. To purchase a replacement battery, see your local waste disposal department to operate this device under FAA/FCC regulations. Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Basemap data is intended only to ...
...or battery. • When storing the device for primary navigation. CAUTION: Avoid using any user-serviceable parts. CAUTION: The Garmin aera 795/796 does not contain any chemical or abrasive cleaners on the touchscreen and/or plastic casing. To prevent damage, remove the device ...from -20˚ to 55˚C). • Contact your Garmin dealer or the Garmin Web site. To purchase a replacement battery, see your local waste disposal department to operate this device under FAA/FCC regulations. Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Basemap data is intended only to ...
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... appear dim or blank. Warnings, Cautions & Notes NOTE: All visual depictions contained within this document, including screen images of the aera 795/796 panel and displays, are subject to change and may not be updated outside of normal business hours. NOTE: Temporary Flight Restriction (... This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of TFR data. 190-01194-00 Rev. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide This notice is on the ground. NOTE: Use of the interference should alleviate the condition. NOTE: Interference from the source of ...
... appear dim or blank. Warnings, Cautions & Notes NOTE: All visual depictions contained within this document, including screen images of the aera 795/796 panel and displays, are subject to change and may not be updated outside of normal business hours. NOTE: Temporary Flight Restriction (... This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of TFR data. 190-01194-00 Rev. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide This notice is on the ground. NOTE: Use of the interference should alleviate the condition. NOTE: Interference from the source of ...
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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...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 ... 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 795/796 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 ... 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 795/796 Pilot's Guide i
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... Activating Vectors-to-Final 77 Section 4 Hazard Avoidance 79 4.1 SiriusXM® Weather (aera 796 79 Activating Services...79 SiriusXM Satellite Weather Products 80 Using SiriusXM Satellite Weather Products 92 4.2 Terrain...95 Terrain Information...96 Obstacle Information...96 Terrain and Obstacle Color Code 97 Terrain Views...98 ii Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev.
... Activating Vectors-to-Final 77 Section 4 Hazard Avoidance 79 4.1 SiriusXM® Weather (aera 796 79 Activating Services...79 SiriusXM Satellite Weather Products 80 Using SiriusXM Satellite Weather Products 92 4.2 Terrain...95 Terrain Information...96 Obstacle Information...96 Terrain and Obstacle Color Code 97 Terrain Views...98 ii Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev.
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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 (TIS 101 TIS Symbology...101 TIS Alerts...102 Traffic Ground Track ...103 Displaying Traffic...Range...116 FliteCharts Cycle Number and Expiration Date 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: Messages, Alerts & Data Field Options 127 ...
A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide iii Table of Contents Terrain Alerts & Setup...99 4.3 Traffic Information Service (TIS 101 TIS Symbology...101 TIS Alerts...102 Traffic Ground Track ...103 Displaying Traffic...Range...116 FliteCharts Cycle Number and Expiration Date 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: Messages, Alerts & Data Field Options 127 ...
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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: ...Glossary...181 Appendix K: License Agreement and Warranty 187 Contact Garmin...187 Software License Agreement 187 Limited Warranty...187 AOPA Airport Directory Notice 188 SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service Agreement 188 Weather Data Warranty...189 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: ...Glossary...181 Appendix K: License Agreement and Warranty 187 Contact Garmin...187 Software License Agreement 187 Limited Warranty...187 AOPA Airport Directory Notice 188 SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service Agreement 188 Weather Data Warranty...189 FCC Compliance...190 Industry Canada Compliance 190 iv Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev.
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A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 1 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. Power Button External Antenna Connector USB Connector Unit Overview (Left Side) Appendices Index 190-01194-00 Rev.
A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 1 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. Power Button External Antenna Connector USB Connector Unit Overview (Left Side) Appendices Index 190-01194-00 Rev.
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... 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. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the aircraft or store it clicks into the battery compartment, and push until it...
... 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. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the aircraft or store it clicks into the battery compartment, and push until it...
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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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The unit can put the unit into Charge Mode. Connect the unit to 40°C). Appendices Index 4 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. A Charge the unit within the following temperature range: 32° to 104°F (0° to an external power supply. Press ...and hold the POWER Button. Charging the unit's battery using on mounting the aera 795/796 in use the unit, but you can be available while ...
The unit can put the unit into Charge Mode. Connect the unit to 40°C). Appendices Index 4 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. A Charge the unit within the following temperature range: 32° to 104°F (0° to an external power supply. Press ...and hold the POWER Button. Charging the unit's battery using on mounting the aera 795/796 in use the unit, but you can be available while ...
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The first time the unit is turned on or off. To ensure proper initialization, the aera 795/796 is prompted to "find itself" anywhere in the world. During initialization, current database information is displayed. Touching the Press..., cycle number, and database type. When this information, and the Main Menu is displayed. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 5 Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Index aera 795 Database Initialization aera 796 190-01194-00 Rev. Overview GPS Navigation Overview TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF Press and hold the ...
The first time the unit is turned on or off. To ensure proper initialization, the aera 795/796 is prompted to "find itself" anywhere in the world. During initialization, current database information is displayed. Touching the Press..., cycle number, and database type. When this information, and the Main Menu is displayed. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 5 Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Index aera 795 Database Initialization aera 796 190-01194-00 Rev. Overview GPS Navigation Overview TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF Press and hold the ...
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... 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. "3D Differential" appears when you are receiving DGPS corrections in 2D mode • 3D GPS Location-At least four satellites have...
... 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. "3D Differential" appears when you are receiving DGPS corrections in 2D mode • 3D GPS Location-At least four satellites have...
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... indicated satellite - SATELLITE INFORMATION Satellites currently in view. 'Acquiring Satellites' is being used - The outer circle of the screen indicate the GPS signal strength. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 7 Each satellite is displayed for the GPS solution Appendices Index 190-01194-00 Rev. GPS Status can be in view are shown at the top...
... indicated satellite - SATELLITE INFORMATION Satellites currently in view. 'Acquiring Satellites' is being used - The outer circle of the screen indicate the GPS signal strength. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 7 Each satellite is displayed for the GPS solution Appendices Index 190-01194-00 Rev. GPS Status can be in view are shown at the top...
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... selection. The icon, view, menu option, datafield, etc, will momentarily turn blue when selected. Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Index Basic Touchscreen Operation 8 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Overview GPS Navigation Overview DISPLAY ORIENTATION The aera 795/796 can be viewed in either Portrait or Landscape Mode.
... selection. The icon, view, menu option, datafield, etc, will momentarily turn blue when selected. Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Index Basic Touchscreen Operation 8 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Overview GPS Navigation Overview DISPLAY ORIENTATION The aera 795/796 can be viewed in either Portrait or Landscape Mode.
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Or: Drag in ). A Zoom Out Zoom In Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 9 Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Index 190-01194-00 Rev. Overview Scrolling Panning ZOOMING Zooming in and out on the touchscreen: Drag up or down to pan maps or charts. 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 Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features Appendices Index 190-01194-00 Rev. Overview Scrolling Panning ZOOMING Zooming in and out on the touchscreen: Drag up or down to pan maps or charts. 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.
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... Button that will replace one of the current Page Buttons. 3) From the current Page Buttons along the bottom of the screen, touch the 10 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Touch and hold to previous screen. Direct-to Displays the Direct-to (Map, WPT Info, Weather... (aera 796), Terrain, 3D Vision, and Charts). The Page Buttons default to function. Cancels the map pointer. Overview DEDICATED ICONS Located on the bezel (below the touchscreen...
... Button that will replace one of the current Page Buttons. 3) From the current Page Buttons along the bottom of the screen, touch the 10 Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. Touch and hold to previous screen. Direct-to Displays the Direct-to (Map, WPT Info, Weather... (aera 796), Terrain, 3D Vision, and Charts). The Page Buttons default to function. Cancels the map pointer. Overview DEDICATED ICONS Located on the bezel (below the touchscreen...
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.... Touch the following icons to display the Main Menu. Airport WX Displays nearest airport weather. 190-01194-00 Rev. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 11 Doc Viewer Displays the document viewer. Charts Displays the VFR or IFR charts. Weather Displays second-level Weather Icons... (aera 796). Appendices Index NEAREST ICONS Touch the icon at any time to display the associated function: Airport Displays nearest airports....
.... Touch the following icons to display the Main Menu. Airport WX Displays nearest airport weather. 190-01194-00 Rev. A Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot's Guide 11 Doc Viewer Displays the document viewer. Charts Displays the VFR or IFR charts. Weather Displays second-level Weather Icons... (aera 796). Appendices Index NEAREST ICONS Touch the icon at any time to display the associated function: Airport Displays nearest airports....