Section 7. System Descriptions; Databases - Garmin G500 Instructions Manual

Section 7. SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS

Garmin also provides a detailed G500/G600 Pilot's Guide P/N 190-00601-02.
This reference material is not required to be on board the aircraft but does
contain a more in depth description of all the functions and capabilities of the
G500/G600.
7.1

Databases

The G500/G600 utilizes several databases. Database titles display in yellow if
expired or in question (Note: the G500/G600 receives the calendar date from the
GPS, but only after acquiring a position fix). Database cycle information is
displayed at power up on the MFD screen, but more detailed information is
available on the AUX pages. Internal database validation prevents incorrect data
from being displayed.
The upper Secure Digital (SD) data card slot should be vacant as it is used for
software maintenance and aviation database updates only. The lower data card
slot should contain a data card with the system's aviation and terrain / obstacle
information and optional data including Safe Taxi, FliteCharts and ChartView
electronic charts.
The terrain databases are updated periodically, have no expiration date, and
provide worldwide coverage.
The obstacle database contains data for obstacles and wires that pose a potential
hazard to aircraft. Obstacles 200 feet and higher are included in the obstacle
database. Wires which have been identified as a hazard to fixed wing aircraft are
included in the database. It is very important to note that not all obstacles or
wires are necessarily charted and therefore may not be contained in the obstacle
database. Coverage of the obstacle database includes the United States and
Europe. Wire coverage is limited to the United States. This database is updated
on a 56-day cycle.
The Garmin SafeTaxi database contains airport diagrams for selected airports.
This database is updated on a 56-day cycle.
The Garmin FliteCharts or Jeppesen ChartView electronic charts database
contains procedure charts for the coverage area purchased. An own-ship position
icon will be displayed on these charts when the aircraft icon on the chart page is
not X'd. This database is updated on a 28-day cycle. If not updated within 180
days of the expiration date, FliteCharts or ChartView will no longer function.
The airport directory database contains information on landing facilities, such as
operating hours, services available, and transportation/lodging resources. Airport
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