Mode S Aircraft Type Page - Garmin GTX 330 Installation Manual

8. Press the CRSR key to select the next numeric entry field. Enter the next character as
stated in step 7, then move onto the next one, repeating the process until the complete
number is entered.
9. When finished, press the CRSR key to accept the number entry.
10. Using the FUNC and/or START/STOP keys, toggle through the pages to get off of, then
back onto the aircraft address page. Verify that the address is correct.
The unit now contains a Mode S address and may be turned off. To power the unit on in the normal mode, press
only the ON, ALT, or STBY key (without holding the FUNC key) or turn on with the avionics master switch.
MODE S ADDRESS, AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION PAGE
SELECTION
US TAIL #
HEX
MODE S ADDRESS, FLIGHT ID PAGE
SELECTION
SAME AS TAIL
POWER UP ENTRY
CONFIG ENTRY
5.2.13

MODE S Aircraft Type Page

Used for air to air communication with TCAS.
SELECTION
AC TYPE
MAX AIRSPEED
AIRCRAFT TYPE
Sets the AIRCRAFT TYPE Message to ROTOR, to a weight of less than 15,500 pounds, more than or equal to
15,500 pounds, or unknown weight. Defaults to less than 15,500 pounds.
MAXIMUM AIRSPEED
Sets the AIRCRAFT AIRSPEED Message to a speed of less than or equal to 75 knots, between 75 knots and 150
knots, between 150 knots and 300 knots, more than 300 knots, or unknown airspeed. Defaults to less than or
equal to 150 knots. Enter the aircraft's maximum cruising true airspeed capability.
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DESCRIPTION
N-Registration Number
Hexadecimal code address
DESCRIPTION
If address is a US registration number, FLT ID can be the same.
Enter FLT ID every time the unit is turned on in normal mode.
Enter FLT ID in configuration mode only.
DESCRIPTION
UNKNOWN, <15.5K Lb, >=15.5K Lb, or ROTOR.
UNKNOWN, <=75 kt, <=150 kt, <=300 kt, or >300 kt.
MODE S (A/C Type) Page
GTX 330 Installation Manual
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