Garmin G1000 Nxi System Maintenance Manual page 349

GDL 59 Wi-Fi Data Link Functional Check
This check verifies GDL 59 Wi-Fi Data Link interface is configured and is functional. This check
requires an operating and available wireless network to be within range of the aircraft.
This check only verifies the data output from the G1000 equipment. Any
equipment/wiring added that is not part of the installation data will need
separate testing and verification not covered as part of this document.
1. Start the G1000 System in Normal Mode.
2. Using the large FMS knob, select the AUX page group on the MFD. Using the small FMS
knob, select the AUX-REPORT STATUS page.
3. Press the WI-FI softkey on the MFD to select the AUX – WI-FI SETUP page.
4. Press the AVAIL softkey on the MFD to display the available WI-FI networks.
5. Press the FMS knob on the GCU to activate the cursor and rotate the small FMS knob to
highlight the desired network in the AVAILABLE NETWORKS field.
6. Press the CONNECT softkey on the MFD to connect to the network. (Skip to step 12 if the
selected network is a non-secure network.)
7. If the selected network is a secure network, enter the pass code in the ENTER
PASSPHRASE field in the WPA SECURITY SETTINGS pop-up window.
8. Press the ENT key on the GCU to accept the pass code, then press the ENT key on the
GCU again.
9. When the SAVE SETTINGS pop-up window is displayed, press the ENT key on the
GCU keypad to select SAVE CONNECTION.
10. Enter the appropriate airport identifier in the SELECT AN AIRPORT TO ASSOCIATE
WITH THE CONNECTION field, then press the ENT key on the GCU to accept the
identifier.
11. With the CONNECT button highlighted, press the ENT key on the GCU to connect to the
network.
12. Press the ENT key on the GCU if the verification window "Are you sure you want to
connect?" is displayed.
13. Verify that the CONNECTION STATUS field on the AUX – WI-FI SETUP page on the MFD
indicates CONNECTED.
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