Garmin G1000 Pilot's Manual page 294

FLIGHT MANAGEMENT
15) As seen in Figure 5-143, the aircraft is approaching TOD. Note the target vertical speed required to reach the
selected altitude. The Vertical Deviation Indicator (VDI) and the Required Vertical Speed Indicator (RVSI) are
now displayed on the PFD as shown in Figure 5-144. When the aircraft is within one minute of the TOD, it is
annunciated as shown in Figure 5-144, and an aural alert 'Vertical track' will be heard.
Vertical Deviation
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Figure 5-143 Approaching Top of Descent (TOD)
Indicator (VDI)
Figure 5-144 VDI & RVSI Upon Reaching Top of Descent (TOD)
Garmin G1000 Pilot's Guide for the Diamond DA42NG
Target Altitude
Required Vertical
Speed Indicator
(RVSI)
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