Garmin MX20 manual

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i Introduction History of Revisions Date Software V ersion Manual Revision January 2000 1.0 Capstone Release February 2000 1.1 GA Release April 2000 1.2 560-1026-00a August 2000 2.0 560-1026-01 December 2000 2.2 560-1026-02 July 2001 2.3 560-1026-03 April 2002 3.0 560-1026-04 April 2002 3.1 560-1026-04a June 2002 3.2 560-1026-04b November 2002 4.0 [...]

ii Introduction End User License Agreement (“EULA”) Y ou have acquired a device (MX20) which includes software licensed by Garmin International, Inc. or its subsidiaries (Garmin) from one or more software licensors Garmin’ s Software Suppliers. Such software products, as well as associated media, printed materials, and “online” or electro[...]

iii Introduction > Internet-Based Services Components. The SOFTWARE may contain components that enable and facilitate the use of certain Internet -based services. Y ou acknowledge and agree that MS, Microsoft Corporation or their affiliates may automatically check the version of the SOFTW ARE and/or its components that you are utilizing and may[...]

iv Introduction W elcome… W elcome to a new era of aviation navigation. Once again, Garmin has set new standards in features and ease of use for the general aviation public. The MX20 Multi-Function Display provides a focal point for integrating many of your navigation needs in an easy to use and convenient package. The MX20 presents a wealth of i[...]

v Introduction Limitations The T raffic function is not a collision avoidance system. It is an aid to visual acquisition and does not relieve the flight crew of their responsibility to “see and avoid.” Ther e are no evasive air craft maneuvers authorized, recommended, or pr ovided for as a result of displayed traffic tar gets. Refer to the t[...]

vi Introduction T able of Contents T able of Contents History of Revisions ............................................. i Ordering Information ........................................... i Introduction ..................................... i Accessories and Packing List ...............................iv W elcome… ................................[...]

vii Introduction Map Orientation ................................................ 30 Invert ................................................................ 31 Nav Data ........................................................... 31 Label ................................................................. 31 IFR Option Page 2 .........................[...]

viii Introduction T able of Contents Symbology ........................................................ 53 T raffic Status Indicators ..................................... 54 Flight Plan (FPL) Function .................................... 55 T errain (TER) Function ......................................... 56 Internal MX20-Based T errain .........[...]

ix Introduction Diagnostics .................................................. 82 Activation .................................................... 82 Activating XM Radio Services ............................ 83 Gather Information ..................................... 83 XM Satellite Radio Activation .................... 83 Lightning Strikes (L T) Fu[...]

x Introduction Mute ......................................................... 107 Channels ......................................................... 107 Categories ....................................................... 108 Direct Access ................................................... 108 XM Advisory Messages ...................................[...]

1 Getting Started Getting Started This section explains how to get started using the MX20. Information in this section describes the controls, data card, display , and basic operation. After reading this section, go to the Detailed Operation section for expanded explanations for each feature. Functions The MX20 contains thirteen major separate func[...]

2 Getting Started The Message Log displays information from the MX20 or r eported to the MX20 by its external sensors. A flashing MSG annunciator notifies you of a new message that should be viewed. The Custom Map function allows you to completely customize the displayed map by overlaying selected information. The Custom Map can become “clutter[...]

3 Getting Started Controls P ower/Brightness T wo variations of the Power/Brightness control exist, a r otary knob or a rocker switch. Both are described her e. The power switch is located in the upper right corner of the MX20. T urn the power rotary knob clockwise past the detent to turn the power on. T urn the power knob fully counterclockwise to[...]

4 Getting Started Menu Item The Men u I tem key s a re on the ri ght sid e o f th e M X20 . Pr ess th e M ENU /E NTE R k ey t o s ee the opt ion s fo r t he cur ren t f unc tion . P re ss t he MEN U ITE M k ey next to ea ch o pti on to s cr oll th r ough th e c hoic es for eac h o pti on. Som e op tio ns supp ort tr i-st ate ch oice s, suc h as in [...]

5 Getting Started Display The MX20 display provides text and graphic information to give a “pictur e” of your flight and surroundings. The display brightness may be set manually or allowed to automatically adjust to ambient light conditions. At the bottom of the display , labels above the function keys change to show the different choices for [...]

6 Getting Started Annunciations Advisory flags, data flags, and messages appear on the display to give information about the status of the MX20 or to provide operating information. Advisory Flags Annunciations will appear on the upper left side of the display to provide advisories for T raffic, T errain, and Lightning. Advisory information is mo[...]

7 Getting Started Data Flags Data flags appear on the left side of the display to notify you when there is a loss of reported information. The data usually displayed, such as lightning or nearby terrain, may still exist, but may not be displayed for technical reasons. For instance, when the amber TRAF data flag appears it means that the MX20 is n[...]

8 Getting Started Data Flag Description T errain coverage is not available for some part of the terrain advisory coverage area. T errain advisories may not be provided. When connected to the SL30, indicates the SL30 is not avail- able or valid. ILS, OBS, and VORs will not be highlighted. No valid traffic information is being received fr om the opt[...]

9 Getting Started Basic Operation Use the following items to get a basic feel for the operation of the MX20. The basic steps for using any of the separate functions of the MX20 are: • T ur n the power on. • Adjust the brightness or set it to automatic. • Check that all tests pass on the Start Up screen. • Press the FN key to view available [...]

10 Getting Started Start Up Screen The Start Up screen is displayed while the MX20 goes thr ough its initialization and testing routines. System information is shown that provides the MX20 softwar e and database versions. The results of the self test are shown. A check mark shows that the test passed. If any of the Self-T ests fail (red “x”), c[...]

11 Getting Started Function Selection Press the FN key to view the dif ferent Functions. The functions are shown above the function “smart” keys on the lower part of the display in blue. Press the function key under the function label to activate that function. The labels above the function key will change to reflect the custom “smart” con[...]

12 Getting Started Advisory Hot Key The “Advisory Hot Key” feature allows advisory conditions to be quickly viewed with minimal effort by the pilot. This feature is comprised of three components: 1) An advisory condition is indicated by a white advisory flag on the left side of the screen and the corresponding Function label will also be highl[...]

13 Getting Started Alert Hot K ey T raffic alerts go one step further than the Advisory hot key feature and will automatically bring up the Func- tion Menu showing the T raffic function. This is called the “prompt” mode. A single key pr ess can then be used to switch the display to the T raffic function. The Alert hot key feature will automa[...]

14 Getting Started T raffic on Thumbnail TIS , T AS, o r TC AS tra ffic is sho wn o n t he Thum bna il in t he sam e sy mbo log y us ed wit hin the T raffic Fu nct ion. AD S- B t raffi c i s n ot s how n o n th e T hum bnai l. Any tra ffic wi thin se nso r ra nge an d 5 nm is show n, in addi tio n t o tr affi c cau sing an am ber T raffic Al[...]

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18 Detailed Operation Message Log (MSG) The Message function displays information about the status of the MX20. Messages may be logged by either the MX20 internal system or by one of the external sensors. The amber MSG flag will flash until the message is viewed. The MSG flag will remain in view while any messages remain in the message log. New [...]

19 Detailed Operation Custom Map Custom Map (MAP) The Custom Map function provides a graphic display of map featur es in relation to the air craft location to help improve your situational awar eness. Review the Limitations section in the front of this guide that apply to the use of data displayed on the moving map. The custom map function is uniq[...]

20 Detailed Operation Pan The Pan keys are used to move the display ar ound so you can see beyond the initial boundaries of the screen. The P AN function key is one of the “smart” keys available at the bottom of the screen. When you select the Pan function, four “arrow” keys appear on the right side of the scr een next to the MENU ITEM keys[...]

21 Detailed Operation Info In Pan Mode The INFO smart key supports operation in conjunction with the P AN feature. On any of the maps (Custom Map, IFR and VFR), entering the INFO mode while pan is active, will show information about the nearest airport to the center of the screen. This allows panning ar ound the immediate area and obtaining informa[...]

22 Detailed Operation at the top of the screen and a 360° ring with the air craft symbol position in the center . Desired T rack Up sets the desired track to the next waypoint as the top of the screen. Pr ess the MENU ITEM key next to this option to scroll thr ough the options. Invert The Invert option changes the display of text and the backgroun[...]

23 Detailed Operation Custom Map Menu Option Page 2 The second option page of the Custom Map function lets you select options for the choices of Airports, VORs, NDBs, Intersections, and Airspace. The last option selection takes you to the next page of options. Airports The Airports option allows you to choose the level of airport information displa[...]

24 Detailed Operation The VOR in for mati on box for th e s elec ted VO R wi ll sho w th e d ist ance an d r adia l-f r om b ear ing bet wee n y our present position and the VOR. The radial and distance information comes fr om your GPS, not the SL30. The MX20 must have VOR symbols turned on for this feature to be active in the Custom Map function. [...]

25 Detailed Operation NDBs The NDBs option allows you to choose the type of NDB information displayed on the Map screen. Y ou may select the display of NDB icon and identifier , icon only , or no information by each subsequent press of the NDB MENU ITEM key . Intersections The Intersections option allows you to choose the type of Intersection info[...]

26 Detailed Operation Custom Map Menu Option Page 3 The third option page of the Custom Map function lets you select options for the choices of Low Airways, High Airways, W ater , Roads, and political boundaries. The last option selection takes you to the next page of options. Low Airways The Low Airways option allows you to control the display of [...]

27 Detailed Operation Custom Map Menu Option Page 4 The fourth option page of the Custom Map function lets you select options for choices of Airport Charts, T er - rain, Obstructions, T raffic, and Lightning Strikes. Airport Chart Airport surface charts provide a graphical pr esentation of the airport surface area (runways, taxiways, build- ings, [...]

28 Detailed Operation Obstructions Obstructions, such as towers and other man-made objects, are part of the MX20 updateable database. Obstruc- tions over 250 feet high are shown on the maps with tower symbols. The symbol is color coded to signify the relative altitude of the tower to your air craft’ s altitude and follows the same conventions as [...]

29 Detailed Operation Strikes The Strikes menu option controls the display of lightning strike information if the MX20 r eceives strike data from an external sour ce, such as the WX500. Each reported lightning strike is shown as a red “x” on the display . Strikes are not shown if the zoom level is below 20 nm. Press the Next Page MENU ITEM key [...]

30 Detailed Operation IFR En Route (IFR) Chart Function The IFR En Route Chart function shows an IFR en route style map for the display . The IFR display shows navigational aid information and the flight plan course line. The “smart” keys on the bottom of the screen control zooming in and out, panning, and the display of information on the cur[...]

31 Detailed Operation Invert The Invert option changes the display of text and the background color . The Invert option switches between a white background with black text and a black backgr ound with white text. Nav Data The Nav Data option allows you to control the display of navigation data on the Map displays. Subsequent presses of the MENU ITE[...]

32 Detailed Operation Airport Chart Airport surface charts provide a graphical pr esentation of the airport surface area (runways, taxiways, build- ings, towers and other objects), within the immediate airport vicinity . From either the Custom Map or the IFR en r oute Map, airport surface charts will automatically be loaded and displayed as an over[...]

33 Detailed Operation VFR Chart (VFR) Function The VFR Chart function shows an VFR sectional style map for the display . T opographic features are shown. The VFR display shows navigational aid information and the flight plan course line. The “smart” keys on the bottom of the screen contr ol zooming in and out, panning, and the display of infor[...]

34 Detailed Operation Nav Data The Nav Data option allows to control the display of navigation data on the Map displays. Subsequent pr esses of the MENU ITEM key for this option provides choices of no nav data, nav data in the corners (waypoint, bearing, zoom, and distance), or full nav data. The full nav data option includes the information in the[...]

35 Detailed Operation Split Screen (SPLIT) Function The Split Screen capability allows you to display up to two enabled functions side by side. Press the MENU ITEM key next to the desired map to highlight the selection. When two functions are displayed, you must first deselect a highlighted selection before selecting another function. Review the L[...]

36 Detailed Operation T A S / T C A D T r a f f i c ( T R A F ) F u n c t i o n The MX20 I/O T raffic model supports interfaces to third party traffic sensors. The traffic function, when inter - faced to the Goodrich Skywatch, the Honeywell IHAS (both referred to as T AS sensors), or the Ryan TCAD is capable of displaying traffic targets as sup[...]

37 Detailed Operation Symbology T raffic is shown with either the relative or absolute altitude indicated above or below the tar get symbol. If the traffic is below or equal to your ownship altitude, the label is shown below the symbol. If the traffic is above your ownship altitude, the label is shown above the symbol. For traffic with no altit[...]

38 Detailed Operation T est (Skywatch) T AS T est will be displayed if the T raffic sensor is in the T est Mode. Not Displayed An amber “T raffic Not Displayed” will be shown if the GPS position or the T raffic sensor has failed. T AS F ail System Failure, shown in amber . T AS Data F ail Label set sent by the Skywatch unit has failed the in[...]

39 Detailed Operation Self-T est When in Standby Mode, a T AS Self-T est can be initiated by selecting this option. TCAD 9900B Menu Options Altitude Option (Relative/Pressure) The Altitude option lets you select between relative and pressur e altitude in hundreds of feet. The Altitude op- tion choice is shown in the upper left corner of the screen.[...]

40 Detailed Operation Shield Heights This allows the shield heights to be adjusted for the En Route, Standard, and T erminal shield modes. See the TCAD operator’ s manual for additional details. Shield Ranges This allows the shield ranges to be adjusted for the En Route, Standard, and T erminal shield modes. See TCAD operator’ s manual for addi[...]

41 Detailed Operation ADS-B T raffic (TRAF) Function T he T raffic Function allows you to view other traffic in the area, when installed with a UA T data link radio. The term “UA T” refers to the “GDL 90” UA T . This screen can also show your flight plan. T raffic is shown in relation- ship to your aircraft. “Smart” keys allow you [...]

42 Detailed Operation Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) is a surveillance technology being deployed in selected areas of the NAS. ADS-B br oadcasts a radio transmission approximately once per second containing the aircraft’ s position, velocity , identification, and other information. ADS-B can also receive reports from other su[...]

43 Detailed Operation ADS-B T raffic Additionally , UA T systems provide a VFR mode that may be used by pilots when not wanting to receive air traffic services. The “Set 1200” feature will broadcast a “VFR” ID to other air craft and gr ound receivers, similar to the “1200” transponder code. ADS-B is intended to be used in-flight and o[...]

44 Detailed Operation TIS-B T raffic T raffic Information Service – Broadcast (TIS-B) is supported by displaying non ADS-B equipped air craft that are received over the UA T data link radio. Non ADS-B equipped aircraft that are detected by gr ound-based radar can be up-linked to all aircraft in the ar ea that are UA T data link equipped and wit[...]

45 Detailed Operation ADS-B T raffic TIS-B Limitations 1. TIS-B is NOT intended to be used as a collision avoidance system and does not relieve the pilot’ s responsibility to “see and avoid” other air craft. TIS-B shall not be used for avoidance maneuvers during times when there is no visual contact with the air craft. TIS-B is intended only [...]

46 Detailed Operation clearance based on TIS-B displayed cockpit information must be approved by the contr olling A TC facility prior to commencing the maneuver . Uncoor dinated deviations may place an aircraft in close proximity to other air craft under A TC control not seen on the airborne equipment, and may result in a pilot deviation. Degraded [...]

47 Detailed Operation ADS-B T raffic Confirm Code When the MX20 starts up and you then press any function key , a pop-up will appear for you to confirm or set your aircraft FID (Flight ID). Pr ess OK to confirm the displayed FID or press 1200 to set the FID to 1200. The FID will not be sent to the GDL 90 UA T until you confirm the FID. Note tha[...]

48 Detailed Operation T ransmit Status (ADS-B Br oadcast Options - GDL 90 UA T only) Selecting Tx Alt allows ADS-B position reports to be transmitted with altitude information. Tx Alt Of f removes altitude information from the ADS-B position r eports. Standby suspends ADS-B position reports, but displays other aircraft data when available. These mo[...]

49 Detailed Operation Enter Code (GDL 90 UA T only) This is where you enter the A TC-assigned transponder code. This code entered into the MX20 does NOT control the code on Mode A, C, or S transponders. It only sends the selected code to the GDL 90 UA T for inclusion into the position report. The MX20 must be configured as the UA T’ s control pa[...]

50 Detailed Operation T raffic Altitude Filter For ADS-B equipped installs, an altitude filter allows targets that ar e outside of a ±2000 foot vertical range to be filtered of f the display . This option is controlled via the T raffic Function Menu and causes the on-screen mode to change from “ALL” to “±2000” in the upper left of the[...]

51 Detailed Operation T raffic Menu Option P age 3 The third menu option page of the T raffic function lets you select options for the choices of Display mode, Flight ID Editing, and Labeling . The last option selection takes you back to the first page of options. Display Mode The display mode lets you select either a graphic or text version of [...]

52 Detailed Operation TIS-A T raffic (TRAF) Function The MX20 I/O supports the T raffic Information Services – Addressed (TIS-A) function when interfaced to a third party TIS-A sensor . The traffic function, when interfaced to the Garmin GTX 330 is capable of displaying traffic targets supplied by that sensor . Standard TCAS-type symbology is[...]

53 Detailed Operation TIS-A T raffic T argets are displayed at full brightness for the first six (0 to 6) seconds. If the TIS-A data is not refr eshed, the targets will be displayed at a r educed brightness for the next six (6 to 12) seconds during an interval known as “coasting,” and removed fr om the display after 12 seconds. “Coasting” [...]

54 Detailed Operation T raffic Status Indicators The following status indicators are displayed in the lower right portion of the display: “TIS Operating” to indicate the TIS-A Sensor is operating and within TIS-A service coverage. “TIS Coasting” to indicate that the target information is between 6 and 12 seconds old. This may happen if the[...]

55 Detailed Operation Flight Plan (FPL) Function Use the Flight Plan function to view details about your flight plan route. Pr ess the UP/DOWN arrow “smart” keys to step through the waypoints in your flight plan. Pr ess the INFO “smart” key to view information about the waypoint. The Flight Plan Function shows the Current Flight Plan that[...]

56 Detailed Operation T errain (TER) Function The T errain Function shows a map of the terrain in the area relative to your airplane’ s position and altitude. The MX20 has a standard internal based terrain function. The MX20 also supports an external T A WS sensor . When the external T A WS sensor is connected, it replaces the MX20’ s internal [...]

57 Detailed Operation T errain Color Description RED T errain that is within 500 feet, or above , your current altitude YELLOW T errain that is within 1000 feet of your current altitude GREEN T errain that is within 2000 feet of your current altitude BLACK T errain that is more than 2000 feet below your current altitude LIGHT BLUE No terrain data i[...]

58 Detailed Operation Set Barometer Use the Set Barometer option to enter the corr ect barometric pr essure for your area or adjust the curr ent value. This option is best for making large changes. The BARO + and BARO - keys ar e more useful for minor correc- tions. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to incr ease or decrease the values. Use the LEFT/RIGHT [...]

59 Detailed Operation U A T Flight Information Service (FIS) Function The FIS Function is a graphic weather display capable of displaying graphical weather information on UA T equipped installations. Graphical data is overlaid on the map indicating the rainfall detected by ground based radar for a specific area. The colors indicating increasing le[...]

60 Detailed Operation T ext Display FIS text messages are available on the text display and include MET ARs and T AFs. Messages are composed of four parts: message type, location, time, and message body . Viewing T ext 1. Press the FN k ey and then the FIS function key when displayed. 2. Press the Menu/Enter k ey brings up the menu items. 3. Press [...]

61 Detailed Operation WSI InFlight ™ Flight Information Service (FIS) Function The Flight Information Service (FIS) Function allows access to graphic and text weather data messages on WSI InFlight-equipped installations. Graphical weather includes US and Canadian radar , MET ARs, and T AFs. Y ou can select Graphical WX, T ext, or Status informati[...]

62 Detailed Operation Graphical Weather (WX) Display W eather radar images are available for display from the FIS sensor by selecting the Graphical WX option. A cyan cross-hatch pattern indicates no data has been received fr om the FIS sensor . Solid cyan areas repr esent areas where the gr ound based weather radars are unable to monitor weather . [...]

63 Detailed Operation Menu Options for Overlay P age 1 1. Press the OVRL function k ey to allow selection of the Overlay choices when viewing the Graphical WX option. 2. Press MENU/ENTER to display menu items for the Overlay . Press NEXT P AGE to see more options . MET ARs When enabled, MET ARs are available as colored cir cles or diamonds at airpo[...]

64 Detailed Operation T emporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) T emporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) indicate areas where flight restrictions have been imposed. They are depicted as areas with reddish-br own outlines and a cr oss-hatch pattern. The area may also contain the TFR identifier . The TFR identifier includes the TFR number and upper altit[...]

65 Detailed Operation Legend Press MENU/ENTER key and then press the LEGEND Menu Item key to display the legends describing the graphic display colors. Press the LEGEND Menu Item key once to display a legend for the Metar , W eather , and Radar colors. Press the LEGEND key a second time to display a legend for AIRMET and SIGMET colors and EchoT op [...]

66 Detailed Operation T ext Display FIS text messages are available on the text display and include MET ARs, T AFs, AIRMET s, SIGMET s, and TFRs. Individual text messages are updated every five minutes and composed of four parts: message type, location, time and message body . T ext Information Examples: TYPE LOCA TION TIME MESSAGE BOD Y MET AR KS[...]

67 Detailed Operation Using this interface, the pilot can easily select the desired message type (such as MET AR), then select the airport of interest (such as KPDX), then select a specific MET AR report by time (such as 141512Z). At all times, the message displayed in the upper FIS Message area on the screen matches the highlighted entry in the F[...]

68 Detailed Operation Sorting FIS Messages Special sorting capabilities are pr ovided for in the central “location” column. This sorting allows weather reports to be sorted by location based on dif ferent criteria. When the green Selection Pointer is located in the second column, the fourth “smart” key changes to read “Sort.” When conse[...]

69 Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A Flight Information Service (FIS) Function The FIS Function is capable of displaying graphical weather information through the XM Satellite Radio Ser - vice when activated in the optional installation of the GDL 69/69A. A variety of graphical data can be overlaid on the map at the touch of a button. Review the Limita[...]

70 Detailed Operation T emporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) T emporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) indicate areas where flight restrictions have been imposed. They are depicted as areas with reddish-br own outlines. The area may also contain the TFR identifier label. The TFR identifier label includes the TFR number and upper altitude. Press the T[...]

71 Detailed Operation NEXRAD Intensity Colors are used to identify the dif ferent NEXRAD echo intensities (reflectivity) measur ed in dBZ (decibels of Z). “Reflectivity” is the amount of transmitted power returned to the radar receiver . Reflectivity (designated by the letter Z) covers a wide range of signals (from very weak to very strong).[...]

72 Detailed Operation MET ARs When enabled, MET ARs (MET eorological A viation Reports) are shown as colored flags at airports that pr ovide MET AR reports. Press the MET ARs Menu Item key to enable or disable MET ARs. Refer to the Legend for a description of the color code. The update rate is every 12 minutes. 1. Press the  or  arrow k eys [...]

73 Detailed Operation Cloud T ops When enabled, Cloud T ops data depicts the cloud top altitude determined from satellite imagery . Refer to the legend for a description of the Cloud T ops color coding. The update rate is every 15 minutes. Note: Cloud T ops and Echo T ops use the same color scaling to represent altitude. Both products can not be di[...]

74 Detailed Operation Winds Aloft The W inds Aloft selection provides the pilot with the wind speed and dir ection. The winds at a given altitude are selected in the W inds Aloft Alt menu item. The update rate is every 12 minutes. Winds Aloft Altitude The W inds Aloft selection provides the pilot with the wind speed and dir ection at a selected alt[...]

75 Detailed Operation Legend Press MENU/ENTER key and then press the LEGEND Menu Item key to display the legends describing the graphic display coding. 1. Press the  or  arrow k eys to display the legends for the selected services . 2. Press Done to turn the Legends off . Map Detail Press MENU/ENTER key and then press the Map Detail Menu Item[...]

76 Detailed Operation FIS Product Times Goes Blue After (Minutes) Goes Y ellow After (Minutes) NEXRAD 8 13 Graphical MET AR 15 75 Lightning 8 23 TFR 15 51 Cell Movement 4.25 5.5 Radar Coverage 8 13 MET AR 15 75 Echo T ops 10.5 18 Winds Aloft 15 75 AIRMET 15 51 SIGMET 15 51 Cyclone 15 51 County W arnings 8 23 Freezing Level 15 75 City Forecasts 15 5[...]

77 Detailed Operation For ecast W eather forecast information is provided for an available City , SIGMET s, AIRMET s, Freezing Levels, County warnings, and Cyclones. While using this feature you can also customize the display of information showing map labels, flight plan line, legend. 1. Press the FN k ey and then the FIS function key when displa[...]

78 Detailed Operation AIRMET AIRMET s (AIRman’ s MET eorological Information) advises the pilot of weather that may be hazar dous to single engine, other light aircraft, and V isual Flight Rule (VFR) pilots. This advisory affects an ar ea of a least 3,000 square miles at any one time and pr ovides data about ceiling, obscuration, and turbulence i[...]

79 Detailed Operation Cyclone This product is not available at this time. Label Press MENU/ENTER key and then press the LABEL Menu Item key to toggle the station labels on and of f. Flight Plan Press MENU/ENTER key and then press the FLIGHT PLAN Menu Item key to toggle the Flight Plan course line on and off. The magenta line is the active leg. Lege[...]

80 Detailed Operation T ext The T ext sub-function displays text messages of the available weather information. Use the function smart keys at the bottom of the display to select the message that you would like to view from the list in the FIS Category window . The text message for the selected item is displayed in the FIS Message window at the top[...]

81 Detailed Operation Sorting T AFs and MET ARs Displayed text products can be sorted by distance fr om your present position (Near est Pos), distance from destination (Nearest Dest), or alphabetically (Alpha). 1. Press Menu/Enter . 2. Press the top menu item to toggle between the choices . T emporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) The full page view o[...]

82 Detailed Operation Product Status The Product Status page displays a list of all pr oducts supported by the MX20. The status is shown as available or not available. A vailable means the product is a part of your chosen subscription level and the MX20 has data that can be displayed. A time stamp will indicate the last received pr oduct time, whic[...]

83 Detailed Operation Activating XM Radio Services Before the GDL 69/69A can be used, the unit must be activated by XM Satellite Radio and services are sub- scribed to XM Satellite Radio. Please note that the GDL 69 is a weather data link. The GDL 69A is a weather data link and audio receiver . The data link service and the audio entertainment serv[...]

84 Detailed Operation Lightning Strikes (L T) Function The Lightning Strike mode allows you to view lightning strikes that are reported by an L3 WX500 Stormscope W eather Mapping Sensor . The “T” marks are used as reference marks to aid in locating strikes in refer ence to your position. The Lightning function is not available in all software v[...]

85 Detailed Operation Strike Individual strikes are noted. Cell Only lightning strikes associated with a group, or cell, of strikes ar e displayed. Heading Stabilization The Heading Stabilization function of the WX500 can be turned on or off with this selection. System Data Select the System Data option to display information about the WX500. Press[...]

86 Detailed Operation Noise Monitor The Noise Monitor feature is a function of the WX500. For details about using this feature r efer to the WX500 owner’ s documents. The Noise Monitor displays reports of electrical noise, whether they are fr om lightning or other noise sour ces within the range of the system. This function is used to help determ[...]

87 Detailed Operation C ha r t V i e w (C H AR T) Fu n ct i on (O p ti o na l ) The optional MX20 Chart View featur e provides the capability to view Jeppesen Sanderson Inc. electr onic charts. T wo basic types of charts can be viewed: Approach charts and airport surface charts. Approach charts can be manually loaded and overlaid on the moving map [...]

88 Detailed Operation Chart Data Source The same set of charts that are available in electr onic form from the Jeppesen JeppV iew™ pr oduct are available for loading onto the MX20 platform. These consist of approaches, SIDS, ST ARS, airspace charts, and airport surface diagrams. The MX20 can display all of these charts from the Chart V iew Functi[...]

89 Detailed Operation Chart Overlay in the Custom/IFR Map On the Custom Map or the IFR En Route Map, approach charts (not airport surface charts) must be manually “loaded” as there are multiple appr oach charts that can apply for a given region (i.e. multiple appr oach charts for the same airport). An approach chart will be displayed as an over[...]

90 Detailed Operation Loading the Approach Chart Once the airport is selected, the individual approach chart to be overlaid can be loaded fr om a list of geo-ref- erenced appr oach charts available for that airport. Not all approach charts can be overlaid in this fashion and only geo-referenced charts will be pr esented for selection from the Custo[...]

91 Detailed Operation Chart Zooming Auto zoom mode is supported from the Custom Map and is r ecommended to reduce the workload associated with maintaining an appropriate zoom level. In auto zoom mode (enter ed by zooming all the way down or all of the way up), the zoom scale will be calculated to maintain the current destination waypoint of your GP[...]

92 Detailed Operation Chart V iew Function The Chart View Function is accessed by pr essing the FN Function key and selecting the Chart View ( CHAR T ) function. The Chart View Function incorporates five menu items that contr ol two basic operations: • Selecting a chart (for static viewing) • Loading a chart (for map overlay) The term “Selec[...]

93 Detailed Operation 4. View the chart. Adjust the zoom level using the IN or OUT “smart” keys . Press the P AN “smart” key and use the movement Menu Item k eys on the right side of the display . Use the INFO “smart” k ey to step through the different details of the chart. Menu Items Search ID The Search ID menu option within the Chart[...]

94 Detailed Operation Load Current The Load Current operation allows the current (viewed) appr oach chart to be set as the loaded appr oach chart. When this operation is performed, any previously loaded chart is replaced with the chart that is cur - rently being viewed. Airport Surface Charts Airport surface charts provide a graphical pr esentation[...]

95 Detailed Operation charts, when viewed from the Chart V iew Function, the air craft’ s ownship position is not shown on the airport surface chart. If an approach chart is curr ently loaded and being displayed (aircraft is in the air), it will take priority over displaying the airport surface chart. Once the aircraft touches down and the speed [...]

96 Detailed Operation When an approach chart is loaded and being flown, and the air craft gr ound speed drops below the air/gr ound threshold (set fr om within the SYS Function), it is assumed that a landing has been performed. At this point, the loaded approach chart is automatically unloaded and the airport surface chart will be pr esented on th[...]

97 Detailed Operation T ypical Operational Scenario The following scenarios makes the assumption that: • The appropriate charts ar e available and geo-referenced • The default ground zoom level is set to 0.5 nm • The default air zoom level is set to “AUTO” T ypical T axi Scenario On power up and GPS position acquisition, the Custom Map Fu[...]

98 Detailed Operation Radar (RAD AR) Function The MX20 I/O Radar product supports an interface for the Garmin GWX 68, Allied Signal/Bendix-King AR T2000/2100, and RS-181A weather radars. The GWX 68 must be installed via a separate installation approval. The GWX 68, RS-181A, and AR T2000 weather radars are seamlessly integrated with the other functi[...]

99 Detailed Operation On initial power -up and entr y to the Radar Function, the radar unit may go to the Of f mode. Selections can be made to command the unit into one of the following initial modes: • STBY • ON • TEST • OFF Once activated, the differ ent operating modes of the radar are selected by pushing the corresponding Menu Item keys[...]

100 Detailed Operation • Black • Green • Y ellow • Red • Magenta Black is the weakest return while Magenta shows where the str ongest returns were obtained. While in the weather mode (GWX 68 only), the gain can be adjusted with the Gain - and Gain + keys. MAP Mode The Map (MAP) mode is used for obtaining returns from the gr ound. Map mode[...]

101 Detailed Operation Range Control The range can be adjusted using the RNG  and RNG  keys. V alues for the radar are shown in the table below . Unit GWX 68 ART2000/2100 RS-181A Range (nm) 2.5 - 320 10 - 240 10 - 240 Tilt Control The T ilt (TIL T) control is used to adjust the curr ent tilt angle of the radar head when horizontal sweeping is[...]

102 Detailed Operation ment key will show a Gain bar graph. The white reference line on the right side of the bar graph is only present in the GWX 68. V alues are shown in decibels in the table below . GWX 68 ART2000/2100 RS-181A Gain (dB) -28 - +3.5 (W eather and Map modes) -31.5 - 0 (Map mode only) -31.5 - 0 (Map mode only) Hold Control The Hold [...]

103 Detailed Operation Radar Radar Setup P age and ±5° in vertical scanning. The Sector Scan can be moved horizontally by changing the Bearing and vertically by changing the T ilt. Radar Return Signals Interpreting radar return signals is beyond the scope of this manual. Please refer to the radar user’ s guide for details on interpreting radar [...]

104 Detailed Operation Radar Fault Message Description Action HV An irregularity with the onboar d high voltage power supply . It may be hazardous to place the radar in transmit mode. Power off the radar . The radar needs service. AFC The Automatic Frequency Contr ol is unable to lock on to the transmit frequency . Radar performance will be impaire[...]

105 Detailed Operation XM Satellite Radio XM Satellite Radio Audio entertainment is available through the XM Satellite Radio Service when activated in the optional installa- tion of the GDL 69A. The MX20 serves as the control head for your remotely mounted GDL 69A. XM Satellite Radio allows you to enjoy a variety of radio programming over long dist[...]

106 Detailed Operation XM Satellite Radio XM Data and Audio Radio ID shown at top of screen Save Preset The Save Preset menu item allows you to store the displayed channel into a selected pr eset position for easy later recall. 1. In the XM radio function, press the Menu/Enter key . 2. Press the Save Preset menu item k ey on the Main Menu page . If[...]

107 Detailed Operation XM Satellite Radio Menu Pages 2-4 The second, third, and fourth option pages list Pr esets 3 through 15. The last option of each page takes you to the next page of options. The last option on Menu page 4 of this function returns you to the Main Menu page. V olume The V olume control allows you to set the audio volume level, a[...]

108 Detailed Operation XM Satellite Radio Categories Categories of channels, such as Jazz, Rock, or News, can be selected to list the available channels for a type of music or other contents. 1. In the XM radio function, press the Cat function smart key on the bottom of the display . 2. Press the Up or Down arrow menu item k eys to up or down throu[...]

109 Detailed Operation XM Satellite Radio XM Advisory Messages Message Condition Description Check Antenna Antenna not connected The XM antenna(s) or antenna cable are disconnected from the radio. Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code has been changed over the air by XM and the radio has not received the newest code information yet [...]

110 Detailed Operation Activating XM Satellite Radio Services Before audio entertainment can be used, the unit must be activated by XM Satellite Radio and services are sub- scribed to XM Satellite Radio. Please note that the GDL 69 is a weather data link. The GDL 69A is a weather data link and audio entertainment receiver . 1. Press the FN k ey and[...]

111 Detailed Operation System (SY S) Function The System function allows you to set general Nav preferences, obtain version information, and perform tests on the operation of your MX20. System Nav Pages Ownship Symbol The Ownship Symbol option allows you to choose the type of icon that will represent your air craft on the display . Y ou can make se[...]

112 Detailed Operation Display Latitude/Longitude Lines Use this option to choose to display or not display Lat/Lon lines on the map displays. Initial En Route Zoom and Initial Ground Zoom T ransition Speed A zoom scale auto-transition point is supported that helps to reduce the pilot workload by automating the selection of the zoom scale based on [...]

113 Detailed Operation Slave Zoom to GPS Zoom This is only available when installed with a GNS 480-series GPS navigator . When enabled and the MX20 is in Auto Zoom mode, the MX20 will automatically set the zoom scale to that used on the GNS 480-series naviga- tor . AutoLoad Electronic Charts This is only available when installed with an GNS 480-ser[...]

114 Detailed Operation System Info The System Info page includes information about the software and database versions of the MX20. The data port status is also displayed. The Data port status description allows you to verify correct system installation and to monitor the health of each of the devices sending information to the MX20. Use this inform[...]

115 Detailed Operation System T est Page The System T est Page allows you to test the display of the MX20 to ensure proper operation. T est P attern 1 The T est Pattern option displays a number of patter ns and colors to test the MX20 display . Use this option to verify proper operation of the display or when contacting Customer Service. Red, Green[...]

116 Appendix Caring F or Y our MX20 Display Care and Cleaning Y our MX20 has a durable display , but reasonable care must be taken to maintain its performance and life. T o remove stains, smudges, fingerprints, and so forth, we recommend these cleaning methods. If the first method fails to remove the pr oblem, try the next method. • W ipe with [...]

117 Appendix T roubleshooting This section contains information to troubleshoot the MX20 when impr oper operation is observed. The fol- lowing table lists possible problems you could encounter . Examine the possible causes of the problem and take the action listed to correct the pr oblem. If you cannot correct the pr oblem, contact your dealer . If[...]

118 Appendix Problem P ossible Cause Action POS data flag shows Antenna or wiring Position source wpt Position source serial data Interference Installation setup Check the antenna and wiring Ensure that a waypoint is selected as the current destination and a Nav flag is not shown Ensure that the serial data output is configured pr operly Have de[...]

119 Appendix Problem P ossible Cause Action TER (T errain) flag T errain database Altitude source Ensure that the pr oper database is used for your location and it passed the startup test Have dealer/installer check for proper altitude input No traffic display ADS-B system installation Y ou must have the ADS-B system installed If you do have an A[...]

120 Appendix Problem P ossible Cause Action XPDR flag TIS-A Sensor Installation Ensur e that the TIS-A unit is installed and functional. ADSB flag GDL 90 is reporting that its internal GPS is not reporting a position or is reporting an invalid position. Note that ADS-B broadcasts do not include position reports when this flag is present. Ensure [...]

121 Appendix Garmin Data Cards Installing and Removing Data Cards The MX20 uses an optional Garmin data card to display digital charts and maps on-scr een or save user data. Install the data card in the car d slots located on the left side of the unit. Install or remove the data car d only when the unit is off. T o install a data card: 1. Insert th[...]

122 Appendix Specifications Physical Specifications Size: 6.25” W x 5.00” H x 8.0” D (15.9 x 12.7 x 20.3 cm) W eight: 3.92 lbs (1.78 kg) unit only 0.73 lbs (0.33 kg) mounting tube Display: 6” diagonal (15.24 cm) 65,535-color display with backlight- ing (640 x 480 pixels) Power 14 VDC MX20: 2.0A (3.0A Max) MX20 w/Heater 3.0A (4.0A Max) MX2[...]

123 Appendix GDL 69/69A FIS Screens AIRMET/SIGMET Legend City For ecast Legend County Warnings Legend Freezing Levels Legend NEXRAD Legend MET AR Legend Cloud T ops Legend Echo T ops Legend GDL 69/69A FIS Legends The following legends describe the graphical information on the GDL 69/69A FIS displays. Winds Aloft Legend[...]

124 Appendix GDL 69/69A FIS Screens XM FIS Echo T ops XM FIS MET ARs XM FIS Winds Aloft XM FIS with NEXRAD Weather and Legend XM FIS Radar Coverage XM FIS City For ecast Sample GDL 69/69A FIS Displays The following displays provide examples of information shown in the GDL 69/69A FIS function.[...]

125 Appendix Care Information Cleaning the Unit Y our MX20 has a durable display , but reasonable care must be taken to maintain its performance and life. T o remove stains, smudges, fingerprints, and so forth, we recommend these cleaning methods. If the first method fails to remove the pr oblem, try the next method. • W ipe with a clean, dry ,[...]

126 Appendix Glossary Accuracy — Estimated position accuracy in feet or meters. Advisories and Alerts — all alerting on the MX20 is advisory in nature only . Any alerting must be accompanied by visual acquisition of the traffic or terrain and no aircraft maneuvering is allowed based upon data presented by the MX20. Altitude —Height above mea[...]

127 Appendix Glossary cont’ d Skywatch® — An active surveillance traffic advisory system. Skywatch is a registered trademark of L3 Communications. Speed —Display rate of travel in miles/kilometers/nautical miles per hour . Time —The time for the selected time zone. T rack — The direction of movement relative to a gr ound position. Also [...]

128 Appendix Abbreviations Abbreviations The following is a list of abbreviations and acronyms used on the MX20 and their meanings: ABV — Above ADS-B — Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast AL T — Altitude AR TCC — Air Route T raffic Control Center AR WY — Airway A TC — Air T raffic Control BARO — Barometric Pr essure BRG —[...]

129 Appendix Abbreviations lb — Pounds LINK — Data Link L T — Lightning °M — Degrees Magnetic m — Meters mb — Millibars (of Pressure) MET AR — Meteorological A viation Report MHz — Megahertz mi — Statute Miles MOA — Military Operations Area MON — Monitor mph — Statute Miles Per Hour MSG — Message MSL — Mean Sea Level NA[...]

130 Appendix Abbreviations TRK — T rack (also Ground T rack) UA T — Universal Access T ransceiver UNR — Unrestricted VFR — Visual Flight Rules VOL — V olume VOR — VHF Omnidirectional Radio Range WB — W arning Boxes WX — W eather XPDR — T ransponder[...]

131 Appendix Software License Agreement BY USING THE MX20, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOL- LOWING SOFTW ARE LICENSE AGREEMENT . PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULL Y . Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in binary ex- ecutable form in the normal operation[...]

132 Appendix Limited W arranty This Garmin product is warranted to be fr ee from defects in materials or workmanship for 24 months fr om the date of purchase. W ithin this period, Garmin will at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no char ge to the customer for parts[...]

133 Appendix Contacting the F actory If the MX20 unit fails to operate despite troubleshooting ef forts, contact Garmin T echnical Support for as- sistance. GARMIN International, Inc. 1200 East 151st Street Olathe, KS 66062-3426 USA Phone: (913) 397-8200 F AX: (913) 397-8282 http://www .garmin.com Be prepared to of fer the following information abo[...]

134 Index Index Symbols 400 Hz 103 A Abbreviations 128 Absolute 27 Accessories iv Activation 82, 110 ADS-B 6, 7, 11, 28, 41, 46, 48, 50, 119, 120 Advisory flags 6 Advisory Hot Key 12 AFC 104 Aircraft symbol 111 AIRMET 63, 66, 69, 77, 78 Airports 20, 23, 55, 89, 93 Airport chart 27, 32 Airport surface diagram 88, 94 Airspace 25, 88 Alert Hot Key 13[...]

135 Index Care 116 Graphic 51 Lat/Lon lines 112 T ext 51 E Echo T ops 63, 69, 71, 73, 75 Eeprom 104 ELE 103 Enter key 3 En Route Zoom 112 EULA ii F Fault messages 103 FID 48 Filter 39 FIS 2, 20, 59, 60, 61, 68, 123 Category 80 Message 80 Product times 76 WSI 61 XM Radio 69 FIS TX 114 FIS WX 114 Flight ID Broadcast 51 Editing 51 Flight Plan 71 Fligh[...]

136 Index Pan 20 Scale 19 Maritime conditions 78 Menu Item 4 Menu key 3 Messages 2, 7, 18 MET ARs 20, 60, 63, 66, 69, 71, 72, 75 Mode S 52 Mountains 78 Mute 39, 107 N Nav 8, 24 Nav Data 19, 21, 22, 31, 34, 55 NDB 25 NexRad 69, 70, 71, 73, 75 No-bearing 38 Noise monitor 86 North up 21, 30, 33 NOT AM 96 No signal 109 O OBS 24 Obstructions 14, 28, 35 [...]

137 Index Strike test 86 Subscription 62, 63, 64, 69, 81, 82 Support 131 Surface Chart 87, 88, 89, 90, 94, 95, 96 Surface targets 46 Surface winds 78 Symbology 14, 36, 37, 46, 52, 53 System 2, 111 Data 85 Info 114 T est 115 S AIRMET 63 T T AF 60, 61, 66, 67, 81 T ake-off scenario 97 T arget 41, 50, 51 Color 46 Degraded 46 Position 47, 51 Surface 46[...]

138 Index W eather 69 XPDR 8, 120 Z Zoom 13, 19, 22, 30, 31, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 41, 47, 56, 69, 87, 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 112, 113 Zoom level 12, 19, 21, 28, 29, 69 Z AIRMET 63[...]

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