Database Versions - Garmin GTN 625 Pilot's Manual

10.2
Foreword
Garmin TAWS and HTAWS use terrain and obstacle information supplied by
government and private sources. The data undergoes verification by Garmin to
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confirm accuracy of the content. However, the displayed information should
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never be understood as being all-inclusive. Pilots must familiarize themselves
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with the appropriate charts for safe flight.
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NOTE: The data contained in the terrain and obstacle databases comes
from government and private agencies. Garmin accurately processes
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and cross-validates the data, but cannot guarantee the accuracy and
completeness of the data.
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The terrain database is contained on the datacard.
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10.2.1
Wpt Info
The version and area of coverage of each terrain/obstacle database is shown
on the System-System Status page. Databases are checked for integrity at power-
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up. If a database is found to be missing and/or deficient, the TAWS/HTAWS
system fails the self-test and displays the TAWS/HTAWS system failure message.
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10.2.2
Terrain
To function properly, HTAWS requires the use of databases specific to
helicopters and HTAWS. The databases required are:
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• 2.5 arc-second Terrain Database
• Helicopter Obstacle Database
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• Helicopter Navigation Database
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Terrain and obstacle databases are updated periodically with the latest terrain
Utilities
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.
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The database update process includes either reprogramming or
replacing the database card and inserting the updated card in the card
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slot on the unit front panel. The terrain/obstacle database may be
downloaded via the internet and the card reprogrammed using a USB
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programmer available from Garmin. Contact Garmin at 866-739-5687 or at
www.garmin.com or http://fly.garmin.com for more information.
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General Database Information

Database Versions

HTAWS Database Requirements
Database Updates
Garmin GTN 625/635/650 Pilot's Guide 190-01004-03 Rev. K