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Apollo 360 Map Display
User's Guide
II Morrow Inc.
2345 Turner Road S.E.
Salem, Oregon 97309
November 1996
P/N 560-0119-00

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  • Page 1 Apollo 360 Map Display User’s Guide II Morrow Inc. 2345 Turner Road S.E. Salem, Oregon 97309 November 1996 P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 2 Apollo 360 Map Display No part of this document may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the express written consent of II Morrow Inc. II Morrow is a trademark of II Morrow Inc. Apollo is a registered trademark of II Morrow Inc.

  • Page 3: Ordering Information

    Apollo 360 Map Display History of Revisions November 1996 Original Release Ordering Information To receive additional copies of this publication, order part #560-0119-00, Apollo 360 Map Display User’s Guide. P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 4: About This Manual

    Here is a brief summary of information presented in each section and appendix. Section 1 An introduction to operating the Apollo 360 Map Display with a description of the function keys, knobs, and useful features Section 2...
  • Page 5 About This Manual Appendix troubleshooting guide explaining what to do if the display fails to operate properly Appendix Summary of features Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 6 Apollo 360 Map Display Welcome... Welcome to the ever-growing family of II Morrow customers using Apollo products around the world to navigate with a high degree of accuracy. We at II Morrow are proud of our reputation as a leading manufacturer of navigation equipment.
  • Page 7 It is recommended that you read through this entire manual and familiarize yourself with the controls and operation of the unit before navigating with the Apollo 360. Remember, use the Apollo 360 Map Display for VFR operation only. Apollo 360 Map Display...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Apollo 360 Map Display Table of Contents Section Introduction to the Apollo Map Display The Operating Functions ....1-1 Function Keys ......1-2 Navigation Function.
  • Page 9 System Info 2 ......4-12 Default Settings ......4-13 Apollo 360 Map Display Subject...
  • Page 10 Apollo 360 Map Display Section The Waypoint Database Database Structure ......5-1 Available Waypoint Information ....5-2 ARPT Waypoints .
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Apollo 360 Map Display viii P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 12 Section 2 builds on the introductory information presented here as you switch on and begin using the Apollo 360. Remember that the Apollo 360 Map is not a primary navigation instrument. It works in conjunction with a GPS or Loran that can provide position, bearing, flight plan, and other useful information.

  • Page 13: The Operating Functions

    Your current position and navigation progress to a destination Your current route, and legs within your current route Events or conditions important to trip navigation Navigation function screens show on the display whenever other functions are not in use. Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 14: Menu Function

    Apollo 360 Map Display Menu Use this function to access a menu of options that modify Function the way navigation information shows on the display. In this way, you may customize the Apollo 360 to best suit your navigation display requirements. The menu function also controls many other important ways the unit operates.
  • Page 15 See “Screen Controls” in Section 4 for details on adjusting the screen. Display Your new Apollo 360 Map has a space-age anti-glare film Care and that has been applied to the display screen. This is the same Cleaning film that is used on the NASA Space Shuttle windows.
  • Page 16 Apollo 360 Map Display This key controls the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Backlight backlight, enabling you to easily view the display in a wide variety of cockpit ambient light conditions. Five backlight intensity levels are available from no intensity (off) to high intensity.
  • Page 17 A vertical and/or horizontal arrow symbol often shows at the lower right corner of the display. These symbols indicate that additional options are available and that changes can be made. Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 18 Apollo 360 Map Display Information you view on the display while using the Display Apollo 360 shows one page or “screen” at a time. Many of Screens the operating functions can show more than one screen of information. When more than one screen of information is...
  • Page 19 Each screen contains useful Screens information. After the startup screens appear on the display, the unit shows the route screen. You can “scroll” or page through the other available screens by turning the LARGE knob. Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 20 Apollo 360 Map Display Menu The menu function contains options that control many Function ways the Apollo 360 operates and lets you customize the Screen navigation function to suit your preference. The menu function screen is a main menu with options selected by turning the LARGE knob to move the arrow cursor up or down the list.

  • Page 21: Goto Nearest Function

    You can get detailed information on any of the waypoints on the nearest function screen by selecting the waypoint and pressing the INFO key. 1-10 Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 22: New Waypoint Function

    Apollo 360 Map Display Navigation to an assigned waypoint is not interrupted while using this function. This screen shows information about waypoints you create Waypoint using the new waypoint function. You can use present Function position lat/lon coordinates for the new waypoint’s...

  • Page 23: Waypoint Information Function

    Here is a quick review of the purpose of each operating function. Always Active 1-12 Apollo 360 Map Display Navigation display function - provides information about your current position and navigation progress, multiple leg trips, and messages showing important events or conditions while you navigate.
  • Page 24 Apollo 360 Map Display MENU NEAREST INFO Backlight The next section explains the start up procedures for the Apollo 360. Once the start up tasks are completed, the unit is ready to use to assist you in navigating your trip.
  • Page 25 Introduction to the Apollo 360 Apollo 360 Map Display Notes: 1-14 P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 26: The Power Knob

    Apollo 360 Map Display Section 2 Getting Started This section explains how to get started using the Apollo360. Information in this section explains how to quickly start the Apollo 360 and check for proper operation. Power up Check for host input...
  • Page 27 Getting Started Check for The Apollo 360 Map Display relies on position and route Host Input information inputs from a host navigation device. When the unit is powered up, it looks first for an input. If the input is present, it looks for position and route information. If no input is present, the message alert shown below will appear and a “No Input”...
  • Page 28 Apollo 360 Map Display Section 3 Navigating a Trip This section explores the navigation display function and describes the powerful features it contains. You will use this function most frequently while you fly, so it is important to have a good understanding of this operating function.
  • Page 29 Section 4.) Alerts may show on the display anytime the unit is operating to alert you of the following conditions: Airspace penetration* Arrival at a destination* Loss of position fix Low memory back-up battery Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 30: Current Messages Screen

    Apollo 360 Map Display Expiration of countdown time Magnetic variation compensation limitation When you see one of these alerts on the display, follow the instruction shown to clear it. Clearing the alert removes it from the display. The screen shown before the alert appeared returns to the display.

  • Page 31: Present Position Screen

    The CDI display correlates with the sending navigation device CDI output. If the sending device changes CDI scale it should drive the CDI “Needle” on the Apollo 360 Map to match the relative deflection amount to it’s own CDI display. Bearing/...
  • Page 32 Apollo 360 Map Display The destination waypoint and type Bearing to the destination waypoint Range to the destination waypoint Ground speed Current track The map scale shows in the highlight at the lower left corner of the screen. The scale shows the approximate distance represented on the map between the airplane symbol and the top border of the display.
  • Page 33 Zooming in close to airport waypoints enables you to see your orientation in relation to available runways. Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 34: Moving Map Screen

    “AUTO” shows as the map scale. Using auto zoom frees you from manually adjusting the map scale as you view the moving map screens. The Apollo 360 Map has the ability to display the route Route information from the host device in either a 1-Leg or 3-Leg Screen route screen..

  • Page 35: The Route Screen

    The nearest function screen shows up to 30 nearest waypoints in order of distance from your present position. The waypoint type, bearing to the waypoint, and range to the waypoint also shows. Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 36 Apollo 360 Map Display Turn the LARGE knob clockwise to move the arrow cursor down the list to view a destination. Press the INFO key to display the information screens for the chosen waypoint. Press the ENT key to return to the navigation function.
  • Page 37 Turn the LARGE knob to scroll through additional screens of information about the waypoint. Press the INFO key again to return to the navigation function. 3-10 Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 38: Information About Nearest Waypoints

    Apollo 360 Map Display Informatio You can also get information about any other waypoint in your n About current route by using the route screen together with the Other waypoint information function. Press the ENT key to select the Waypoints View mode then use the LARGE knob to select the waypoint name.
  • Page 39 When the highlight has moved to the desired waypoint, press the INFO key to get information about the waypoint. This feature makes it fast and convenient to get information about any waypoint near your flight path while you navigate. 3-12 Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 40: Menu Function Options

    Apollo 360 Map Display Section 4 Menu Function Options This section details options available when you use the menu function. Use this function to access a menu of options that modify the way navigation information is displayed. The menu options allow you to customize the Apollo 360 to best suit your navigation requirements.
  • Page 41 Use the information in this section to explore each option and understand how it affects the operation of the Apollo 360. This section can also serve as a reference for later use to refresh your memory about options you may use infrequently. Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 42 Apollo 360 Map Display The main menu contains all menu function options. You Main can call up the main menu anytime to use the options. Press Menu the MENU key. When the main menu shows on the display, select the desired option by turning the LARGE knob to move the arrow cursor up or down the list of options.
  • Page 43 This option controls what and how information shows on Setups the moving map screens. Select whether or not the Apollo 360 should show a route path or airspaces in the vicinity. Apollo 360 Map Display Note P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 44 Apollo 360 Map Display With route path “ON,” a line representing your intended flight path shows on the moving map screens to aid you in navigating to your destination. Zooming in on the moving map screens, you can clearly see deviation from your course.
  • Page 45 You can choose whether or not to store track points, how often to store them, and manage the storage process using this option. Apollo 360 Map Display Note P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 46 Apollo 360 Map Display Each stored track point consumes space in memory. You can store up to 2,000 track points. When track history is “ON,” points are stored in memory. Your track history displays on the moving map screens as a series of dots showing your flight path.
  • Page 47 “DISPLAY UNITS” setting described later in this section. The time buffer contains the travel time (based upon current track and speed) from the airspace border where you will be alerted. Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 48 Apollo 360 Map Display Count- The Apollo 360 includes a countdown timer. Use this down option to count elapsed time from as long as 60 minutes. Time Enter a “TOTAL TIME” of up to 60 minutes (60:00). You can select a total time at:...
  • Page 49 You can edit created waypoints to change the waypoint name or lat/lon coordinates. To edit a waypoint, turn the LARGE knob to move the arrow cursor to the desired waypoint. Turn the SMALL knob to select “EDIT.” 4-10 Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 50 Apollo 360 Map Display Move the highlight to the desired name character or coordinate digit to make changes. When you finish making changes, press the ENT key to save changes in memory. It is important to manage user waypoints wisely. With...
  • Page 51 System This option contains more information about the software Info 2 and database your Apollo 360 is equipped with. Also provide this information in correspondence with the factory about your unit. 4-12 Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 52: Screen Controls

    Apollo 360 Map Display Default The Apollo 360 is shipped from the factory with menu Settings options set as shown here. Note that where a range exits for a setting, the upper and lower boundaries are shown with the default setting shown as bold.

  • Page 53: Display Units

    Menu Function Options Option Countdown Time Display Units Distance: User Wpt Mgmt System Info 1 No default System Info 2 No default 4-14 Apollo 360 Map Display Description Default Total Time: (User programmable 1 sec. to 60 min.) NM/KTS Altitude: FEET Lat/Lon: D-M.MMM...
  • Page 54 Apollo 360 Map Display Section 5 The Waypoint Database Database The Apollo 360 provides an extensive built-in database of Structure waypoint information to aid the navigator. Waypoints in the database are divided into 6 categories by type. This category structure allows you to more easily search for waypoint information, search for nearest waypoints, or display waypoints on moving map screens.

  • Page 55: Arpt Waypoints

    Radio communication frequencies (an asterisk at the frequency indicates part-time availability; “PCL” at the frequency indicates pilot controlled lighting, an “R” indicates that Radar service is available on this frequency.) Lat/lon coordinates Navigation beacon light IFR capability Landing fee Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 56: Vor Waypoints

    Apollo 360 Map Display VOR Waypoint Information Bearing and distance from present position Operating frequency Lat/lon coordinates DME available Class (high/low/terminal) Weather broadcasts NDB Waypoint Information Bearing and distance from present position Operating frequency Lat/lon coordinates DME available Class (high/low/terminal)

  • Page 57: Int Waypoints

    Bearing and distance from present position Bearing from present position Lat/lon coordinates USER Waypoint Information Bearing and distance from present position Distance from present position Lat/lon coordinates Remote Waypoint Information Bearing and distance from present position Lat/lon coordinates Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 58: Glossary Of Navigation Terms

    Apollo 360 Map Display Appendix A Glossary of Navigation Terms Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS): Recorded information about weather and other conditions at an airport, periodically updated when conditions change. Azimuth: Bearing, as measured clockwise from true or magnetic north.
  • Page 59 Identifier: A name, typically abbreviated, assigned to a waypoint. The identifier may consist of numbers and alpha characters, up to six in length. For example, the airport identifier for Los Angeles International Airport is LAX. Apollo 360 Map Display P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 60 Apollo 360 Map Display Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Intersection (INT): A point defined by any combination of courses, radials, or bearings of two or more navigational aids. Knot (kt): A unit of speed equal to one nautical mile per hour.
  • Page 61 True North: Geographic north, at the earth’s north pole. Tower (TWR): Airport tower communication frequency UNICOM: The radio frequencies assigned to aeronautical advisory stations for communication with aircraft. Apollo 360 Map Display B ea c o n (N DB ) : P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 62 Apollo 360 Map Display Unicoms may provide such airport information as active runway, wind direction and velocity and other conditions of importance to pilots. Universal Coordinated Time (UTC): Greenwich Mean Time, or the time at the Prime Meridian in Greenwich, England.
  • Page 63 Glossary of Navigation Terms Apollo 360 Map Display Notes P/N 560-0119-00...

  • Page 64: Troubleshooting

    Apollo 360 Map Display Appendix B Troubleshooting This appendix contains information to troubleshoot the Apollo 360 when improper operation is observed. The table below lists possible problems you could encounter while operating the unit. Examine the possible causes of the problem and take the action listed to correct the trouble.
  • Page 65 Line representing route path on moving map screens is missing Apollo 360 Map Display Possible Cause(s) Host navigation Ensure that host device device hasn’t is working properly & acquired fix yet in view of navigation signal input...
  • Page 66 Apollo 360 Map Display Contacting If efforts to resolve the problem fail, contact your dealer or the factory weekdays from 8:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. Factory Pacific time for technical assistance. The II Morrow technical service staff will gladly assist you.
  • Page 67 Troubleshooting Apollo 360 Map Display Notes P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 68 Apollo 360 Map Display Appendix C Features The Apollo 360 is a powerful and versatile, supplemental navigation display aid designed with the latest technology to offer you unprecedented ease in navigating your aircraft. The unit includes: A graphic LCD display with adjustable contrast and...
  • Page 69 Features Apollo 360 Map Display Notes: P/N 560-0119-00...
  • Page 70 Apollo 360 Map Display Limited Warranty 1. Scope of Limited Warranty II Morrow warrants to the original consumer purchaser only that II Morrow products will be free of defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use, for the periods described below.

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