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NavTalk PILOT NavTalk PILOT Pilot’s Guide & Reference...
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Visit the GARMIN website for current updates and supplemental information concerning the use and operation of this and other GARMIN products. Website address: www.garmin.com ®...
Thank you for choosing the GARMIN NavTalk Pilot. To get the most from your new NavTalk Pilot, take the time to read through this owner’ s manual in order to understand all of the operating features. The manual is organized into...
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ANSI Standard (C95.1). The design of your NavTalk Pilot phone complies with FCC guidelines and those standards. FCC Compliance Statement— The NavTalk Pilot...
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TIPS ON EFFICIENT OPERATION: For your phone to operate most efficiently: Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the phone is in use. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed.
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These signals may also interfere with other equipment aboard the aircraft. Regulations authorize the air cellular feature of the NavTalk Pilot to be used in flight. Operation of the NavTalk Pilot aboard an aircraft in flight is permitted only when connected to the aircraft adapter supplied with the NavTalk Pilot system.
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Refer to airbag safety precautions contained in the vehicle owner’ s manual. Do not mount the NavTalk Pilot in a place where the driver or passen- gers are likely to impact it in an accident or collision. The...
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Pilot ’ s Guide and thoroughly practice operation using the simulator mode prior to actual use. When in actual use, carefully compare indications from the NavTalk Pilot to all available navigation sources including the information from other NAVAIDs, visual sightings, maps, etc. For safety, always resolve any discrepancies before continuing navigation.
Cautions and Warnings ... ii FCC Compliance ... ii Table of Contents ... vii “How To” Index ... xi Section 1: Introduction to the NavTalk Pilot ... 1 Unit Features ... 2 Cellular Phone Overview ... 4 GPS Navigation Overview ... 5 Section 2: Getting Started Tour ...
Features ... 45 Selecting an Active NAM ... 47 Scanning for Cellular Service ... 48 Setting Sound Functions for the NavTalk Pilot Cell Phone Features ... 49 Setting Date and Time ... 49 Setting Backlighting Interval, Contrast, Power Saver &...
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Section 5: Basic GPS Using the Simulator ... 59 Contents GPS Overview ... 61 Using the GPS Simulator Program ... 61 Initializing the NavTalk Pilot ... 61 Troubleshooting ... 63 Selecting the Simulator Mode ... 63 To Cycle Through the Main Pages ... 64 Selecting the Map Page ...
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Introduction Table of Communication Information Page ... 96 Contents VOR Information Page ... 96 NDB Information Page ... 96 Intersection Information Page ... 96 Nearest Pages ... 97 Marking Present Position ... 100 Marking User Waypoints on the Map Page ... 101 Creating User Waypoints by Text Entry ...
The list below is provided to help you quickly find some of the more important procedures you will use on your new NavTalk Pilot. To Do This: Use the Keys ... 8 Install the Battery ... 11 Operate from the AirCell Adapter ... 12 Turn the Unit On or Off ...
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Introduction “HowTo” Index To Do This: See Page(s): Cont’d Select the Simulator Mode ... 63 Cycle through the Main Pages ... 64 Select the Map Page ... 65 Select a GOTO Destination ... 67 Mark your Present Position ... 67 Enter a simulated speed ...
Section 1 - Introduction to the NavTalk Pilot The first time you power-up your NavTalk Pilot is an important step in getting off to the right start in achieving desired results and satisfactory operation. A basic understanding of the capabilities of the NavTalk Pilot and how its two main features function is essential to proper operation and maximum performance.
Keypad Phone Keypad Speaker Battery Microphone Unit Features NavTalk Pilot Cellular Features DTMF Location Reporting with Query, and Peer-To- Peer Display on Map Page Phone Book for 100 Names and Numbers Spell N’ Find Three Cellular Phone Number Assignment Modules...
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NavTalk Pilot GPS Receiver Features Navigation Features 250 Total Waypoints, Each with Name, Symbol and Map Display Option Nine Each Continuous, Automatically Updated Nearest Waypoints (Airports, Runway, Comm.,VOR, NDB, Int., User WPT, User List, Cities, GeoPoints) Twenty Reversible Routes with up to 30 Waypoints Each plus TracBack ®...
The signal is affected by atmospheric and geographic conditions that exist at the time you place or receive a call. The NavTalk Pilot is preprogrammed with a Number Assignment Module (NAM) for AirCell ®...
3. You need to have your battery pack charged and installed prior to taking your NavTalk Pilot to a Service Provider. Be certain to take along the trickle charger in the event that the service provider can not program your unit immediately.
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• If the receiver’ s memory has been cleared and all internally stored data has been lost. Because the NavTalk Pilot relies on satellite signals to provide you with navigation guidance, the receiver needs to have an unobstructed, clear view of the sky for best performance.
Getting Started Tour The getting started tour is divided into two sections: Cell Phone and GPS. To begin using your NavTalk Pilot for navigation purposes, review the first part of the getting started “tour” and then complete the simulation exercise starting on page 61.
Key Usage To familiarize yourself with the placement of function keys on the NavTalk Pilot, refer to the foldout example in the Quick Reference Guide supplied with this manual. The keys on the NavTalk Pilot often have multiple functions and specific applications for Cellular and GPS use.
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The MENU Key The MENU Key displays a menu of available options for the current page. Press twice to display the main menu. When held for one second it prompts for the Lock/Security Password to lock the phone. The GPS/PHONE Key The GPS/PHONE Key switches between the Cellular Phone and GPS Receiver operation.
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Section 2 Getting Started Tour Introduction The ZOOM/VOLUME Keys The ZOOM/VOLUME (in/out - up/down) Keys in the GPS mode allow you to zoom in and out on the Map page and adjust the range on the Highway page. In the cellular mode they adjust volume up or down for the phone ringer, beeper, and speaker.
16 hours (Trickle Charger). 1. Make certain the Battery Pack is securely in place in the cavity on the back of the NavTalk Pilot by aligning the two tabs of the base of the battery pack with the two small slots at the base of the cavity.
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If the battery pack has been stored at temperatures above or below the specified operating range for the NavTalk Pilot, allow the unit to cool down or warm up accordingly before use to achieve maximum battery power. Be certain to turn the NavTalk Pilot off before removing the battery pack to prevent loss of current data.
Operating the NavTalk Pilot from the Aircraft Adapter For the NavTalk Pilot to operate in the air cellular mode, it must be connected to the aircraft adapter cord installed in your aircraft. Connection to the adapter automatically switches the unit from ground based cellular operation to air cellular operation.
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1. Insert the NavTalk Pilot in the cradle by guiding the unit onto the two flanges on the base of the cradle and then pivoting back while pushing down until it clicks into place.
2. Press and hold the PWR key to turn the NavTalk Pilot off. Each time the Navtalk Pilot is turned on, the Welcome Page will appear while the unit conducts a self test. A Database Information Page and Warning Page...
To Adjust Backlighting The NavTalk Pilot’ s three-level backlighting is controlled with the PWR key and may be adjusted at any time, from any page. To turn the backlighting on: 1.
GPS and Cellular Page. The Status Bar is important because it lets you know at a glance the status of all the primary functions of your NavTalk Pilot. The Status Bar appears in two sizes: large and regular.
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NavTalk Pilot within ground based cellular systems other than those designated as your “home” system. As your NavTalk Pilot begins to roam, it seeks service according to the conditions you have selected. Contact your system operator, or that of the visited system, for information on billing and dialing services.
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GARMIN Vehicular Adapter (Hands-Free) Kit. An airplane icon appears when the NavTalk Pilot is secured in the cradle in the airplane. • Backlight Icon — shows active backlighting. • The GPS status — (solid satellite icon means...
Section 2 Getting Started Tour Menu Selections that are specific to Phone Functions are Timers, Emergency and Setup “Units” Settings Sub-Menu Main Menu Page The Main Menu gives you access to the in-depth programming and features of the cellular phone. The pages are sub-menus that can be used to customize page displays and make changes to system settings.
Cell Phone Pages All of NavTalk Pilot’ s cell phone menus and options are accessible through the four main cell phone pages. You can quickly scroll through the four pages in either direction by repeatedly pressing the PAGE or QUIT keys.
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Section 2 Getting Started Tour Speed Dial Page with Number 0 Selected. Press SEND or hold the ZERO Key for more than 1 second to dial. PhoneBook Page • The PhoneBook Page gives you a handy way of recording and storing names and phone numbers for later use.
GPS Pages All of the NavTalk Pilot’ s GPS setup and options are accessible through six main GPS pages. You can quickly scroll through the six GPS pages in either direction using the PAGE or QUIT keys. Let’ s briefly look at each of these pages in order to give you some insight into how they help you navigate.
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40 different symbols, with the waypoint name shown directly above the symbol. More about the NavTalk Pilot’ s waypoint features and the Map Page is covered in the reference section, including how to change the map orientation if you desire.
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The HSI depicts your (ground) track heading using a rotating ‘compass card’. Don’t confuse this with the aircraft heading indicated on your panel. On a windy day these two figures can differ significantly. The HSI page also provides a TO/FROM indication and vertical guidance, when using the unit’...
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If no destination has been specified using the #/GOTO key or a route, no waypoints will be listed on the page. Messages The NavTalk Pilot uses on-screen messages to alert you to important information. Whenever a message appears, press ENTER to acknowledge the message and return to the previous page you were viewing.
Phone you don’t need to be completely familiar with every system feature to place and answer calls. Once your Cellular Service Provider has programmed the phone portion of the NavTalk Pilot for cellular use you can begin using it. Section 3...
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(the Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986 makes it a criminal offense to monitor cellular phone calls) but you’ll still want to be careful of what you say on your NavTalk Pilot. Antenna ON/OFF Adjust Mode Select LCD Display...
Speed Dial list. Hold the key down for more than one second to dial that number from any display on the NavTalk Pilot. Answering a Call To answer a call: 1. Press SEND. An incoming call is indicated by a ringing tone, and the ‘Call—Press SEND’...
• Alternating High/Low Tone could not complete the call. You may have tried to place a call before the NavTalk Pilot was fully operative or poor signal strength is preventing the celluar system from receiving the NavTalk Pilot signal.
To view the Missed Calls List: 1. Highlight the Message Center phone icon and press ENTER to view the list of missed calls. There are three types of listings: No Answer Time/date stamp. Not answered, manually, by auto-answer or by Auto-pager. ...
2. If you know the list number of a name on the page, press the keypad key with that number for more than one second to Speed dial from any display on the NavTalk Pilot. 3. You can also highlight a name and press SEND to dial in a conventional manner.
Section 3 Basic Phone Operation Operating Modes The NavTalk Pilot automatically selects between airborne and ground modes based on docking (cradle) status. Under certain conditions, the cellular transceiver is disabled to prevent interference to both the airborne cellular and conventional cellular networks. The table below indicates the unit operating mode as it applies to ground speed and cradle docking.
Features ... 45 Selecting an Active NAM ... 47 Scanning for Cellular Service ... 48 Setting Sound Functions for the NavTalk Pilot Cell Phone Features ... 49 Setting Date and Time ... 49 Setting Backlighting Interval, Contrast, Power Saver &...
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Section 4 Cell Phone Reference Antenna ON/OFF Adjust Mode Switch Display Screen (Access to Feature Options) Keypad (Cursor and Data Entry) (Selects Fields and Options) Keypad (Dialing and Data Entry) Emergency Dial...
Now you will learn how to take advantage of NavTalk Pilot’ s advanced cell phone features. Fields in the Cellular Status Page The Cellular Status Page will be the page most often displayed during cell phone use.
Changing the Ringer, Beeper and Speaker Volume Settings: To change the volume settings: 1. From any page, press either of the ZOOM/VOLUME keys at the top of the display window. The volume control window will open at the lower part of the display screen.
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PhoneBook You are always prompted before a deletion is performed anywhere in the NavTalk Pilot Programming. To enter a new number in the PhoneBook: 1. Access the PhoneBook page and press MENU to bring up the PhoneBook Menu.
Redialing Numbers Previously Called Using the Last Dialed Page You may often need to speak with the same person throughout the day or may not have made contact with that person when you last dialed their number. By accessing the Last Dialed Page you can recall from the list of last dialed numbers those that you would like to redial.
‘Done’ and press ENTER. When you select a position that is already assigned (0 through 8) it will replace the old selection. Setting Up NavTalk Pilot Phone Features Access the Setup pages through the Main Menu by pressing the Menu button and using the ARROW keypad to scroll down to Menu Setup.
Programming Phone Setup (Answer Mode, Auto Redial, Auto Data and Calling Card PIN) There are three Answer Mode options, Manual Answer, Auto Answer (Hands-Free, for headsets) and Auto Pager. When Auto Pager answers, the microphone is muted and the unit emits a beep tone to indicate the Auto Pager feature is active.
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Section 4 Cell Phone Reference Phone Set-Up Directory programmed for Auto- Pager after 2 Rings and Auto-Redial turned Off The Auto-Data switch can be turned On or Off using the Security Password Padlock icon open and PIN field open for PIN entry.
Incoming, All Outgoing, Less than 11 Digits, 1 Prefix and 011 Prefix. About Passwords: The NavTalk Pilot employs two types of passwords (actually number codes are created using the phone keypad to spell words) to secure use of the unit and its stored data.
6. Repeat this process for the ‘Lock’ password. 7. Press QUIT to return to the security Setup page. You can program the NavTalk Pilot to lock automati- cally each time you turn it On. Whenever you encounter a feature with a Padlock icon you must always enter the security password to access or change any programming.
In addition to the preprogrammed AirCell Number Assignment Module (NAM), you can store two ground based cellular numbers in the NavTalk Pilot. This page displays your Active NAM, the Phone Number for that NAM, the Home System ID, Side A or B and Electronic Serial Number (ESN).
Section 4 Cell Phone Reference Secured Scanning Page information is program- mable to meet your roaming requirements Scanning for Cellular Service The scanning feature allows you to access cellular service in the order and selection made on this page. Select Home to scan for your Home system first. You can enter SID’...
VOLUME keys at the top of the display screen anytime (with exception of the map page where Zoom is functional). If you are using the NavTalk Pilot unit with the GARMIN Vehicular Adapter (Hands-Free) Kit, you can adjust the ‘External Mic Gain’ by highlighting that field and using the ARROW keypad left/right keys to raise or lower the gain as required, for both aircraft and auto.
About Remote Command: Remote Command is a feature that allows your NavTalk Pilot be be remotely queried for location by another NavTalk Pilot, or another DTMF capable device (i.e., a PC Modem). This can only take place during an “Active”...
Section 4 Cell Phone Reference Missed Calls Icon Missed Calls list Menu entries ‘Mark As Old’, ‘Mark As New’, and ‘Remove Entry’. Call timers for Last Call and Elapsed Time are always active and can be reset through the Call Timer function of the Main Menu.
DTMF tones. To create a DTMF Dialing String: Dial String codes are used to tell the NavTalk Pilot how and when to send DTMF tones to a call’s destination and can allow you access to any service that employs DTMF tones.
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6. Use the “T” code to transmit your GPS position using DTMF tones. 7. Use the “Q” code to query another NavTalk or NavTalk Pilot for its GPS position. The units will automatically communicate and transfer the GPS 18164327890Q position.
Keep in mind when sending DTMF tones for PIN’ s that the NavTalk Pilot is essentially a radio, and its signals can be monitored by radio receivers set to the same frequency. Considering the possibility, you may want to restrict the use of bank account PIN’ s , and credit card numbers as a security measure.
PHONE waypoint. DTMF GPS Location Reporting The NavTalk Pilot can transmit information about your geographic location to another NavTalk, NavTalk Pilot or other type device that can interpret DTMF tones to plot your GPS position. You can also record a GPS position from another unit and store that location in the GPS receiver data storage.
Programming Emergency Auto-Dialing The NavTalk Pilot can be programmed to auto-dial a programmed emergency number such as 911, a security agency, or other emergency assistance service. The NavTalk Pilot will allow emergency auto-dialing even if the unit is locked or is not enabled for cellular service.
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Last Dialed Number list to prevent inadvertent emergency calls. Emergency calling will override scan options and use any available system. Therefore, the NavTalk Pilot may roam for an emergency call, even though HOME is the only scan selected.
To View the Highway Page ... 70 Using the Simulator Program To Learn Basic GPS Operation The first time you use your NavTalk Pilot GPS Receiver you won’t need to be completely familiar with every feature to successfully navigate to and from...
Using the GPS Simulator Program The Simulator is designed to introduce you to the application of the NavTalk Pilot basic GPS features using a simulated trip. The simulator tour assumes that the receiver has been properly initialized as explained in this section, and that you have not changed any of the factory default settings.
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AutoLocate is the simplest method of initialization but may take several minutes longer to acquire satellites. You’ll know you have a fix when the NavTalk Pilot automatically transitions from the satellite status page to the map page. The NavTalk Pilot is now ready to use.
Using the Simulator Mode is the easiest method for learning the basics of GPS navigation and using the NavTalk Pilot GPS features. You do not need to be operating the NavTalk Pilot in the GPS Mode. The Main Menu is universal to both Phone and GPS modes.
Section 5 Basic GPS Using the Simulator Satellite Status Page showing simulated satellite reception. The Position Page, gives the position in Lat/Lon coordinates, with simulated data. Note the “Sim” indicator on right side of Status Bar. 5. Use the ARROW keypad and the ENTER key to scroll through and select the simulator settings for Speed, Track, Track Control, and Altitude.
Selecting the Map Page Press the PAGE key repeatedly until the Map Page appears. The Map Page combines digital charting and Jeppesen data with a number of selectable features. The map display shows your present position using an airplane icon in the center of the screen.
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Section 5 Basic GPS Using the Simulator Use the rocker keypad to pan to other areas on the map display. When panning, an on-screen cursor appears for reference. Place the cursor over an on-screen airport to highlight it, then press ENTER to view database information (shown below) for the selected item.
To Select the GOTO Destination: 1. Press the #/GOTO key. 2. The GOTO directory will appear displaying tabs for the different categories; ‘Recent’, ‘User’, and ‘Spell ‘n Find’. Use the cursor to select “Spell ‘n Find”. This will provide a display of all waypoints currently stored in the database.
Section 5 Basic GPS Using the Simulator Entering a Simulated Speed 3. Cursor over to highlight the waypoint symbol field and press ENTER. 4. Scroll down the symbol menu and select the ‘Residence’ symbol and press ENTER. You should now have a waypoint in memory and on the map named “HOME”.
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Heading Bug Course Pointer TO/FROM Indicator At the center of the CDI is a course deviation bar (D-bar). As you move off course, the D-bar indicates how far off course you are and in what direction. The scale for the CDI is indicated at the bottom of the page. The scale represents the distance from the center of the CDI to full left or right limits.
Section 5 Basic GPS Using the Simulator While intercepting the course line to K59 a signpost marks the position of airport 51K along the way. The Highway Page route guides you to each waypoint. The highway ends at the destination waypoint.
Section 6 - Table of Contents Entering Data and Accessing Programming ... 72 Satellite Status Page ... 72 Sky View and Signal Strength Bars ... 73 Receiver Status ... 73 ‘Need to Select Initialization’ Prompt ... 74 EPE and DOP ... 74 Satellite Status Page Options Menu ...
Use the QUIT key to cancel any entry before it is completed. Satellite Status Page The NavTalk Pilot’ s Satellite Status Page provides a visual reference of various GPS receiver functions, including current satellite coverage, receiver operating mode, battery level and position accuracy.
Sky View and Signal Strength Bars The satellite sky view shows a bird’ s -eye view of the position of each available satellite relative to the unit’ s last known position. The outer circle represents the horizon (north up); the inner circle 45º above the horizon and the center point, directly overhead.
AutoLocate feature. It is also useful if you have traveled over 500 miles with the receiver off. This message will automatically appear when you first use your NavTalk Pilot. The prompt may also appear during normal use if the antenna is shaded or the unit is used indoors.
Satellite Status Page Options Menu Every NavTalk Pilot page has a corresponding options menu which allows you to customize that particular page. To display the Satellite Status Page options menu, press MENU from the Satellite Status Page. The following options are available: Start Simulator - starts the unit’...
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference Set 2-D Altitude “Pop-Up” Screen The Position Page Average Position Menu To enter an altitude: 1. Highlight ‘Set 2D Altitude’ and press ENTER. 2. Enter your approximate altitude using the ARROW keypad, and press ENTER. Position Page The Position Page shows your location, what direction you’re heading, and how fast you’re going plus a...
To average position samples and save the result as a waypoint: 1. Highlight ‘Average Position’ and press ENTER. The Average Position Page will appear. Observe the ‘Estimated Accuracy’ and ‘Measurement Time’ fields. 2. When the ‘Estimated Accuracy’ and/or ‘Measure- ment Count’ figures reach the desired value, highlight ‘Save’...
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference Map display, four data fields selected. Zoom IN to see more detail for a smaller area. Zoom OUT to see a larger area. The map portion of the page displays your present position using an aircraft icon, with your track displayed as small points on the screen (like an electronic bread crumb trail).
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This feature applies to airports, navaids, user-created waypoints, roads, lakes, rivers—nearly everything displayed except route lines and track log data. When a waypoint name is highlighted, you can review information about the waypoint, list waypoint options, or execute a GOTO right from the Map Page. To select an on-screen airport or navaid with the panning pointer: 1.
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference Full-screen map display To turn the data fields off, highlight ‘Data Fields Off’ and press ENTER. The next two options allow you to select either two (default) or four data fields at the top of the map screen. Change fields—...
Measure Dist— allows you to measure the bearing and distance between any two points on the map display. To measure bearing and distance between two points: 1. Highlight ‘Measure Dist’ and press ENTER. An on- screen pointer will appear on the map display at your present position.
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference The map settings are organized by a series of ‘file tabs’. Use the ARROW keypad to select the desired tab, and to select the desired settings. The following table lists the file tabs and available settings: Detail, Orientation, AutoZoom, Accuracy Circle.
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3. To enable/disable automatic zoom, select the next ‘Map’ tab and press ENTER. Highlight the ‘Auto Zoom’ field and press ENTER. Select ‘On’ or ‘Off to enable or disable automatic zoom. Press ENTER to accept the selected option. When ‘On’, the automatic zoom feature automatically adjusts the map scale from 30 nm through each lower scale, stopping at 0.2 nm as you approach your destina-...
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference When off course beyond the limits of the CDI scale, the D-bar will appear in gray and stay at the edge of the scale until your off course error is less than the limits of the scale. 6.
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Set OBS and Hold— allows you to manually define the course to your destination waypoint. Once selected, the NavTalk Pilot will use the OBS course setting for steering guidance with the CDI and desired course pointer. A practical application of this feature is for flying multiple practice approaches, making the unit respond like a panel mounted HSI.
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Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference When using the vertical navigation feature, a VNAV indicator (moving horizontal bar) will guide your descent to the target altitude. ‘Big Numbers’ above a smaller compass-type display. The pointer indicates bearing to your destination. The ‘Change Fields’ option allows you to select from a list of available data types.
Vertical Navigation The vertical navigation feature allows you to create a three-dimensional profile that guides you from your present position and altitude to a final (target) altitude at a specified location. Once the profile is defined, message alerts and additional data on the HSI Page will keep you informed of your progress.
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Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference When using a route, vertical navigation can apply to any waypoint along the route by selecting it as the ‘VNAV Waypoint’. Within one minute of the initial descent point, an ‘Approaching VNAV Profile’ message will appear. Once you are within 500 feet of the target altitude, the ‘Approaching Target Altitude’...
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GPS altitude may be in error by several hundred feet. Errors of this magnitude may result in fluctuations in the VNAV indicator on the HSI Page. The NavTalk Pilot is a VFR navigation tool and should not be used to perform instrument approaches.
Highway Page Whenever a destination waypoint(s) has been selected, the NavTalk Pilot’ s Highway Page will guide you to your destination with digital readouts and a highway display. Along the top of the page are four user-selectable data fields that display current speed, distance, time to next waypoint, and a bearing pointer (defaults).
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Many features of the NavTalk Pilot are menu driven. Each of the main pages has an options menu, allowing you to custom tailor the corresponding page to your preferences and/or select special features that specifically relate to that page. To display the Highway Page Options, press MENU (with the Highway Page displayed).
‘file tab’ at the top of the page. Waypoint Information Pages Your NavTalk Pilot uses a built-in Jeppesen database to provide position and facility information for thousands of airports, VORs, NDBs and intersections. Each facility in the database is stored as a waypoint, with its own latitude/longitude, identifier (up to six letters and/or numbers) and other pertinent information.
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Waypoint Category ‘File Tabs’ Waypoint Identifier Fiel To select the desired waypoint, by identifier: 1. Highlight the waypoint identifier field using the ARROW keypad and press ENTER. 2. Use the ARROW or phone keypad to enter the desired identifier. 3. As the identifier is entered, the unit will scroll through the database, displaying any waypoints with the same identifier letters you have entered to that point.
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Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference If more than one waypoint uses the same identifier, the Duplicate Waypoint Page allows you to choose the correct one. Airports, VORs and NDBs can also be selected by the facility’s name or the city where it is located.
Airport Information Page The Airport Information Page displays the identifier, facility name, city, position, elevation and available fuels for the selected airport. Position and elevation informa- tion will be in the format specified on the Setup pages (see page 123). Available fuel can be any of the following types: AV —...
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference The Airport Communication Information Page shows the radio frequencies for the selected airport. Any frequencies with restrictions are denoted by an asterisk (‘*’) after the frequency type. Intersection, NDB and VOR Information Pages Communication Information Page The Communication Information Page displays the identifier and radio frequencies for the selected airport, along with any usage restrictions that may apply to a...
Nearest Pages In addition to being used to define a GOTO destination, the NavTalk Pilot’ s #/GOTO (NRST) key can also be used to view detailed information on the nine nearest airports, VORs, NDBs, intersections, user waypoints, cities, exits and geographical points within 200 miles of your present position.
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference View the database information for nearby airspace by highlighting it on the Nearest Page and pressing ENTER. Highlight frequencies and press ENTER to view the list. To immediately set a GOTO course for a nearest airport, highlight the desired airport on the Nearest Page, press #/...
To view controlling agency frequency(s) for a nearby airspace: 1. With the information page displayed for the desired airspace, highlight the ‘Frequencies’ field and press ENTER. The Nearest Page displays one FSS or ARTCC at a time. Information for up to five remote communication outlets is available.
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference The */MARK key allows you to mark your current position as a user waypoint. You can give this waypoint any name you choose. You can also choose from a list of symbols used to identify the user waypoint on the map display.
4. To save the waypoint in memory, highlight ‘Done’ and press ENTER. Marking User Waypoints on the Map Page User waypoints can also be quickly created from the Map Page, which allows you to “point and shoot” at any map position to create a new waypoint. To create a new user waypoint on the map: 1.
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference Select the ‘Show Map’ option to display the map area around a selected waypoint. Once ‘Show Map’ is selected use the panning pointer and the IN/OUT zoom keys to view the desired area in detail. 5.
Delete Waypoint— allows you to delete the user waypoint which is highlighted on the waypoint list. Delete by Symbol— allows you to select a user waypoint symbol and all waypoints with this correspond- ing symbol will be deleted from memory. Delete All—...
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Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference The default waypoint comment is the time and date the waypoint was created. You can enter your own comment using the keypad. Edit a user waypoint’ s position by entering new position coordinates directly over the old position.
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The Waypoint Edit Page features additional options, besides the ‘show map’ option described in the previous steps. Waypoint Edit Options allow you to delete user waypoints, define how a user waypoint will appear on the map display or average the waypoint position to improve accuracy.
Press ENTER to begin navigation. GOTO Navigation The NavTalk Pilot can navigate to a destination using any of three different methods: GOTO— lets you select a waypoint as your destination and quickly plot a direct course from present position to that waypoint.
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To designate a GOTO waypoint from a list of waypoints: 1. Highlight the desired waypoint on the list and press #/GOTO. A confirmation page shows the selected destination waypoint. 2. Press ENTER to confirm the selected waypoint and begin navigating. To GOTO an existing waypoint on the map display: 1.
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference ‘TracBack’ allows you to retrace your path based upon an automatic track log recording. To cancel a current GOTO destination, select ‘Cancel GOTO’ from the GOTO Options. GOTO Options are also provided to initiate a TracBack route or to cancel the current GOTO destination.
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To clear the track log and define the starting point for a TracBack route: 1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu. 2. Highlight ‘Track Logs’ and press ENTER to display the Track Logs Menu. 3. Press MENU again to see options. Highlight ‘Clear Active Log’...
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Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference A TracBack route contains a series of waypoints labeled ‘T###’ that approximate your previous route of travel. ‘Wrap’ will overwrite the old track log data in memory, once all memory has been used. • Always clear the Track Log at the point you want to return to (your home, your home airport, etc.) •...
Routes Route navigation allows you to manually create a sequence of intermediate waypoints which lead you to your final destination. The unit will store up to 20 reversible routes, with up to 30 waypoints in each route. Routes can be created and modified by text entry—using the rocker keypad to enter waypoint names.
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference Selecting a GOTO destination along the current route will take you directly to that waypoint, then continue with the remainder of the route. To activate a route: 1. Press MENU twice to display the Main Menu. 2.
Copy— allows you to copy the selected route to a new route. The copy function can be used to save a TracBack route for future use. The copy function is also useful for duplicating an existing route before making changes. To copy a route: 1.
Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference The Route Options allow for easy editing of an existing route. To edit a route, highlight the route waypoint that is affected by the change. If inserting a waypoint, highlight the existing waypoint after the new waypoint. To edit a route: 1.
The Route Plan Edit page also displays trip planning information for each leg or the entire route. Available information includes desired course, time to waypoint, distance to waypoint, required fuel and sunrise/sunset times at the waypoint location. To use the trip planning features: 1.
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Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference ‘Setup Plan’ allows you to define planned speed, fuel flow and departure time in order to review trip planning figures. ‘Re-evaluate’ will reactivate the current route and select the closest leg. This feature is handy if you deviate around weather and later wish to return to the route.
Deactivate— cancels navigation of the route you are currently using. Invert— reactivates the current route in reverse order and navigates from the end waypoint back to the beginning waypoint. Insert Wpt— allows you to insert an additional waypoint into the route, directly in front of the currently highlighted waypoint in the route.
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Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference Use the ARROW keypad to enter a name on the City Spell ‘n Find Page Highlight the Show Map menu selection and press ENTER to view the city location on the Point Map page To select an option from the Main Menu, highlight the desired item and press ENTER.
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Track Log— lets you specify whether or not to record a track log (an electronic ‘breadcrumb trail’ recording of your path) and defines how it is recorded. This submenu page also provides an indicator of the percentage of track memory used and options to clear the track memory or start a TracBack route.
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Section 6 GPS Receiver Reference The ‘Reset Trip’ option resets trip odometer, trip timer and average speed readouts. Density altitude may be calculated by entering values for indicated altitude, calibrated airspeed, barometric pressure and total air temperature. TracBack converts the track log data in memory into an inverted route and begins route navigation along the reversed route.
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5. Highlight the ‘Total Air Temperature’ (TAT) field and press ENTER. Enter the TAT and press ENTER. TAT is the temperature of the air including the heating effect caused by speed, which is the temperature reading on the standard outside air temperature gauge used on most piston powered aircraft.
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‘Since Factory Reset’ provides a running count of total operating time since the receiver was shipped from the factory. Emergency— The NavTalk Pilot can be programmed to auto-dial an emergency number such as 911, a security agency, or other emergency assistance service. The unit will allow emergency auto-dialing even if the unit is “Locked”.
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5. To place an Emergency call, press and hold the red 9 key for two seconds. A “Pop-Up” window will announce “Emergency Activation in two Seconds” and place the call after two Seconds have elapsed. If you release the 9 key within two Seconds the call is canceled.
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Power Saver and Remote Command Simulator Mode, Speed, Track, Track Control and Altitude Deviation Units Position Format, Map Datum, Units of Measure for Distance and Speed, Heading, Altitude/Elevation Alarms Alarm Clock, Arrival Alarm, Off Course Alarm Interface Format (NMEA, RCTM, GARMIN, Aviation)
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Airspace— Settings are selectable as Off, On or Air On. When selecting Off, the airspace alerts are off all the time. When selecting On, the airspace alerts are on all the time. When selecting Air On, airspace alerts are only presented when the unit is in the aircraft cradle.
Some airspace altitude limits may be charted in terms of altitude above ground level (AGL). If the actual lower limit of an airspace is charted in AGL, the NavTalk Pilot will alert you at any altitude below the upper limit.
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NAM— In addition to the preprogrammed AirCell NAM (Number Assignment Module) you can store two ground based cellular numbers in the NavTalk Pilot. Refer to Section 4 for the NAM tab menu selections. Scan— The scanning feature allows you to access cellular service in the order and selection made on this page.
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(except on the map page where Zoom keys are a screen function). If you are using the unit with the GARMIN Vehicular Adapter (Hands-Free) Kit, you can adjust the ‘External Mic Gain’ by higlighting that field and using the ARROW keypad Left/Right keys to raise or lower the gain as required.
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Time— Format allows current time to be displayed using a 12- or 24- hour clock. This field is also used to select between local and UTC time readouts. To select a time format: 1. Highlight the ‘Time Format’ field and press ENTER to display the available options.
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GPS reverts to normal operation for those periods. Remote Command— is a feature that allows your unit to be remotely queried by another NavTalk Pilot or another DTMF capable device (i.e a PC Modem) giving your current location. When switched to “Disabled” the...
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Regardless of the switch selection, the unit will openly communicate commands that are initiated by the user (i.e. location send or location query of another NavTalk Pilot). This can only take place during an “Active” cellular call. Remote Command is password protected to prevent unauthorized changing of the current setting and therefore must be unlocked before a change is made.
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If ‘User MV’ is selected, you must periodically update the magnetic variation as your position changes. Using this setting, the NavTalk Pilot will not automatically calculate and update the magnetic variation at your present position. Failure to update this setting may result in...
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Heading— lets you select the reference used in calculating heading information. You can select from ‘Auto MV’, ‘True’, ‘Grid’ and ‘User MV’. ‘Auto MV’ provides magnetic north heading references which are automatically determined from your current position. ‘True’ provides headings based upon a true north reference. Grid—...
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NMEA devices, a DGPS beacon receiver, or a personal computer, etc. Five format settings are available: Aviation In — allows the NavTalk Pilot to commu- nicate with a Garmin panel-mounted GPS. Flight plans (or GOTO destinations) selected on the panel-mounted GPS will also appear on the NavTalk Pilot.
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1. Highlight the ‘Format’ field and press ENTER. 2. Select the desired setting and press ENTER. 3. If the ‘GARMIN’ format is selected, highlight the ‘Transfer Mode’ field and press ENTER. Select the desired setting and press ENTER. The ‘Transfer Mode’...
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Section 7 - Table of Contents A. Accessories ... 138 B. Specifications ... 140 C. Cellular Phone Dial-String Codes ... 141 D. Messages ... 142 E. Maintenance ... 146 F. Cellular Terminology ... 148 G. Navigation Terminology ... 151 H. Map Datums ... 154 I.
Allows quick recharging of the NavTalk Pilot battery packs and for desktop operation of the unit. Front compartment charges the battery pack while in the NavTalk Pilot, the rear compartment charges a spare battery pack or the battery pack when removed from the unit.
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GARMIN for use with GARMIN Products. Use of such accessories might cause damage to your GARMIN Product and void the terms of the warranty. Using GARMIN Accessories with other manufacturer’ s products is not recommended for the same reasons.
Power Source: Battery Life: Specifications subject to change without notice. With optional GARMIN Differential Beacon Receiver Input (such as GARMIN GBR 21). Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the U.S. DOD-imposed Selective Availability program. With GPS Power Saver feature enabled.
C - Calling card PIN, insert where PIN should be used as a DTMF string, the user enters PIN from the Phone Setup page. D - DTMF Tones, e.g. D728987 plays the DTMF tones for 728987 when in a call. L - Link telephone number, stops and moves to the PhoneBook page, highlight a number and press SEND, the number will be sent as a DTMF string.
Appendix D Messages The NavTalk Pilot uses an on-screen message indicator to alert you to important information. Whenever a “Message” appears, press ENTER to acknowledge the message and return to the previous page you were viewing. Messages are for system status, waypoint/route editing, battery condition, incoming call, etc.
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Near Airspace, Less Than 2 nm— Your position is within 2 nautical miles of an airspace and your current course will not take you inside. Need Altitude for 2D Nav— The NavTalk Pilot needs altitude input in order to start or continue 2D navigation.
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GPS Receiver Failed— A failure in receiver hardware has been detected. If this message persists, do not use the unit. Take it to an authorized GARMIN dealer. ROM Failed— The permanent memory has failed and the unit is not operable.
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Route Waypoint Moved— The waypoint was moved when waypoint data was added during a database update, from another NavTalk Pilot or uploaded from a PC. Searching the Sky— The NavTalk Pilot is searching the sky for almanac data or the GPS receiver is in Autolocate mode.
To receive the most benefit from your unit and extended product life, please follow these recommended procedures for care and maintenance. Do not store the NavTalk Pilot in hot areas, such as a closed automobile. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic components, damage the battery pack and cause malfunction of the unit.
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Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Unit does not turn On in Battery mode. Unit will not operate in AirCell mode. “Poor GPS Coverage” message is constant. Ground Cellular signal is lost. AirCell signal is lost. NOTE: AirCell signals are broadcast up from the ground in a radiation pattern forming an inverted cone.
Appendix F Cellular Terminology AC Adapter: An accessory that provides power for the NavTalk Pilot while charging the battery pack using a 120 VAC wall outlet. Accessory Connector: A socket on the bottom of the NavTalk Pilot where you can attach accessories such as an AC adapter, trickle charger, DC adapter or a data cable.
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Retry: The automated redialing of a phone number that did not answer or was busy when you first tried to place the call. The NavTalk Pilot can be programmed to attempt up to ten retries before stopping.
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Appendix F Cellular Terminology Sub-menu: A secondary level of access for advanced feature programming and activation. System Identification: A five-digit number that identifies your home cellular system. System Mode: A setting that determines the system type that your cellular phone will access. System Type: A designation that indicates one of two competing cellular carriers in a given geographical area.
Altitude— Height above mean sea level (MSL). Avg Speed— The average of all second-by-second speed readings since last reset. Bearing (BRG)— The compass direction from your present position to a destination waypoint. Course— The desired course between the active ‘from’ and ‘to’ waypoints. Density Altitude—...
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Appendix G Navigation Terminology Leg Fuel— The fuel required to travel from a route waypoint to the next waypoint (in sequence) in the route. Leg Time— The time required to travel from a route waypoint to the next waypoint (in sequence) in the route. Max Speed—...
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Trip Odometer— A running tally of distance traveled since last reset. Also see ‘Odometer’. True Airspeed— Indicated airspeed corrected for temperature and pressure. Turn— The angle difference between the bearing to your destination and your current track. ‘L’ indicates you should turn left, ‘R’ indicates you should turn right. The degrees indicate the angle you are off course.
The following map datums are available for the NavTalk Pilot. Menu Page abbreviations are listed first followed by the corresponding map datum name and area. The default map datum for the Navtalk Pilot is WGS 84. Cape Cape Canavrl Carthage...
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Gux 1 Astro Gux 1 Astro- Guadalcanal Island Hjorsey 1955 Hjorsey 1955- Iceland Hong Kong ‘63 Hong Kong ‘63- Hong Kong Hu-Tzu-Shan Hu-Tzu-Shan- Taiwan Indian Bngldsh Indian-Bangladesh, India, Nepal Indian Thailand Indian- Thailand, Vietnam Indonesia ‘74 Indonesia 1974- Indonesia Ireland 1965 Ireland 1965- Ireland ISTS 073 Astro ISTS 073 ASTRO ‘69- Diego...
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Appendix H Map Datums Naparima BWI Naparima BWI- Trinidad and Tobago Obsrvtorio ‘66 Observatorio 1966- Corvo and Flores Islands (Azores) Old Egyptian Old Egyptian- Egypt Old Hawaiian Old Hawaiian- Mean Value Oman Oman- Oman Ord Srvy GB Old Survey Grt Britn- England, Isle of Man, Scotland, Shetland Isl., Wales Pico De Las Nv...
Warranty GARMIN Corporation warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and manufacture for one year from the date of purchase. GARMIN will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor.
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