General Database Information; Database Versions; Database Updates - Garmin GTN 725 Pilot's Manual

11.4.6
Foreword
Garmin HTAWS uses terrain and obstacle information supplied by
government sources. The data undergoes verification by Garmin to confirm
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accuracy of the content. However, the displayed information should never be
Audio & understood as being all-inclusive. Pilots must familiarize themselves with
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the appropriate charts for safe flight.
Com/Nav
NOTE: The data contained in the terrain and obstacle databases comes
from government agencies. Garmin accurately processes and cross-
FPL
validates the data, but cannot guarantee the accuracy and completeness
of the data.
Direct-To
The terrain/obstacle databases are contained on the datacard.
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11.4.7
Charts
The version and area of coverage of each terrain/obstacle database is shown
on the Terrain Database Versions Page, located on the System-System Status
Wpt Info
page. Databases are checked for integrity at power-up. If a database is found to
be missing and/or deficient, the HTAWS system fails the self-test and displays
Map
the HTAWS system failure message.
To function properly, HTAWS requires the use of databases specific to
Traffic
helicopters and HTAWS. The databases required are:
Terrain
• 2.5 arc-second Terrain Database
• Helicopter Obstacle Database
Weather
• Helicopter Navigation Database
11.4.8
Nearest
Terrain and obstacle databases are updated periodically with the latest terrain
Services/
Music
and obstacle data. Visit the Garmin website to check for newer versions of
terrain/obstacle databases. Compare database cycle numbers to determine if a
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newer version is available.
The database update process includes either reprogramming or
System
replacing the database card and inserting the updated card in the card
Messages
slot on the unit front panel. The terrain/obstacle database may be
downloaded via the internet and the card reprogrammed using a USB
Symbols
programmer available from Garmin. Contact Garmin at 866-739-5687 or at
www.garmin.com or http://fly.garmin.com for more information.
Appendix
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Index

General Database Information

Database Versions

Database Updates

Garmin GTN 725/750 Pilot's Guide 190-01007-03 Rev. D