Garmin G500 Pilot's Manual page 398

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• Airport Directory (optional) – The airport directory database contains
airport facility and FBO information. This database is optional and "N/A"
will be displayed in white text on the startup screen if the database is not
installed. This database may be available in multiple versions with varying
update cycles and/or content.
Since these databases are not stored internally in the GDU 620, a Supplemental
Data Card containing identical database versions must be kept in each display
unit for dual installations. After subscribing to the desired database product,
the database product will need to be downloaded to a Supplemental Data Card.
Insert the Supplemental Data Card into the lower card slot shown in Figure
A-4. The Supplemental Data Card should not be removed except to update the
databases stored on the card. The upper slot is typically used for updating the
navigation database and is then normally left open. The Navigation card may be
inserted in either slot, but should use the same slot each time.
The Garmin databases can be updated by following the instructions detailed
in the "Navigation Databases" section of the Garmin web site (fly.garmin.com).
Once the updated files have been downloaded from the web site, a PC equipped
with an appropriate SD card reader is used to unpack and program the new
databases onto the existing Supplemental Data Cards. The following equipment
is required to perform the update:
• Windows-compatible PC computer (Windows 2000, XP, Vista, or Windows
7 recommended)
• SanDisk SD Card Reader, P/Ns SDDR-93 or SDDR-99 or equivalent card
reader
• Updated database obtained from the Garmin web site
• Existing Supplemental Database SD Card (P/N 010-00769-xx)
It may be necessary to have the system configured by a Garmin authorized
service facility in order to use certain database features.
A-6
Navigation Database SD Update Card
Navigation, Terrain, Obstacles, Airports,
SafeTaxi, Charts (FliteChart or ChartView)
Figure A-4 SD Card Database Location
Garmin G500/G600 Pilot's Guide
Database SD Card
190-00601-02 Rev. J