Database Management; Jeppesen Databases - Garmin G900X Pilot's Manual

DATABASE MANAGEMENT

Never disconnect power to the system when loading a database. Power interuption during the
CAUTION:
database loading process could result in maintenance being required to reboot the system.
The system uses Secure Digital (SD) cards to load and store various types of data. For basic flight operations,
SD cards are required for database storage as well as Jeppesen navigation and ChartView database updates. Not
all SD cards are compatible with the G900X. Use only SD cards supplied by Garmin or the aircraft manufacturer.
When downloading updates to the Jeppesen Navigation Database, copy the data to an SD card
CAUTION:
other than a Garmin Supplemental Data Card. Otherwise, data corruption can occur.
When loading database updates, the 'DB Mismatch' message will be displayed until database
NOTE:
synchronization is complete, followed by turning system power off, then on. Synchronization can be
monitored on the AUX-SYSTEM STATUS Page.
Loading a database in the system prior to its effective date will result in the expiration date on the
NOTE:
power-up screen and the effective date on the AUX-System Status Page being displayed in yellow.
Garmin requests the flight crew report any observed discrepancies related to database information.
NOTE:
These discrepancies could come in the form of an incorrect procedure; incorrectly identified terrain, obstacles
and fixes; or any other displayed item used for navigation or communication in the air or on the ground. Go
to FlyGarmin.com and select "Aviation Data Error Report.

JEPPESEN DATABASES

The Jeppesen navigation database is updated on a 28-day cycle. The ChartView database is updated on a
14-day cycle. If the ChartView database is not updated within 70 days of the expiration date, ChartView will
no longer function. Both of these databases are provided directly from Jeppesen.
The Jeppesen aviation navigation database is now referred to as the 'navigation database'. Previously
NOTE:
this database had been referred to as the 'aviation database'.
The ChartView database should be copied to the Garmin supplied Supplemental Data Card which will reside
in the bottom card slot on the MFD. The navigation database must be installed from the Jeppesen or user
supplied SD data card. Contact Jeppesen (www.jeppesen.com) for subscription and update information.
After the navigation database is installed, the card may be removed.
NOTE:
Updating the active Jeppesen navigation database (not using the Dual Navigation Database or
Automatic Database Synchronization Features):
1) With the system OFF, insert the SD card containing the navigation database update into the top card slot of the
display (PFD or MFD) to be updated (label of SD card facing left).
2) Turn the system ON. A prompt similar to the following is displayed in the upper left corner of the display:
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