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Garmin GPSMAP 695 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 GPSMAP ® 695/696 Portable Aviation Receiver Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 3 Overview GPS NaviGatiON FliGht PlaNNiNG hazard avOidaNce additiONal FeatureS aPPeNdiceS iNdex...
  • Page 5 Garmin. Garmin hereby grants permission to download a single copy of this manual and of any revision to this manual onto a hard drive or other electronic storage medium to...
  • Page 6 WARNING: Do not use outdated database information. Databases used in the GPSMAP 695/696 must be updated regularly in order to ensure that the information remains current. Pilots using any outdated database do so entirely at their own risk.
  • Page 7 NEXRAD weather data should not be used for short-range weather avoidance. WARNING: The Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 has a very high degree of functional integrity. However, the pilot must recognize that providing monitoring and/or self-test capability for all conceivable system failures is not practical. Although unlikely, it may be possible for erroneous operation to occur without a fault indication shown by the GPSMAP 695/696.
  • Page 8 FAA/FCC regulations. NOTE: All visual depictions contained within this document, including screen images of the GPSMAP 695/696 display, are subject to change and may not reflect the most current GPSMAP 695/696 and aviation databases. Depictions of equipment may differ slightly from the actual equipment.
  • Page 9 Confirm data currency through alternate sources and contact your local FSS for interpretation of TFR data. NOTE: XM Weather is only available when the optional GXM 40 antenna is installed. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 10 & Notes Blank Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    1.1 unit Overview ...1 Battery Care and Charging ... 1 Turning the Unit On/Off ... 4 GPS Receiver Status ... 5 1.2 GPSMaP 695/696 controls ...7 Menus ... 12 Data Entry ... 13 Pages ... 15 1.3 System Settings ...20 Display ...
  • Page 12 Terrain Alerts & Setup ... 110 Terrain Alerts ... 112 4.3 traffic information Service (tiS) ...114 TIS Symbology ... 114 TIS Alerts ... 114 Traffic Ground Track ... 115 Displaying Traffic Data ... 116 Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 13 GPSMAP 695/696 Databases ... 142 installation & interfacing information ...147 Connecting the Power/Data Cable ... 147 Connecting to a Garmin VHF Comm Radio ... 148 Connecting to a Computer ... 149 Information about USB Drivers ... 149 Using xImage for Customized Waypoint Symbols ... 150 Connecting the GXM 40 Antenna (GPSMAP 696) ...
  • Page 14 Software License Agreement ... 187 Limited Warranty ... 187 AOPA Airport Directory Notice ... 188 Weather Data Warranty ... 188 XM Satellite Radio Service Agreement ... 190 FCC Compliance... 190 Industry Canada Compliance ... 190 Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 15: Section 1 Overview

    SectiON 1 Overview 1.1 uNit Overview The GPSMAP 695/696 presents GPS-derived analog flight instrumentation, position, navigation, and hazard avoidance information to the pilot using a 7” Wide VGA (800x480) color display. 7” WVGA (800x480) Color Display Power Button Backlit Keypad...
  • Page 16 • Do not use a sharp object to remove the battery. • Do not recharge the battery out of the unit. • Only replace with a Garmin Nickel Metal Hydride battery pack. Using another battery presents a risk of fire or explosion. To purchase a replacement battery, see your Garmin dealer or the Garmin Web site.

  • Page 17: Charging The Battery Pack

    Charge Mode it reduces the draw on the aircraft’s battery. sing chArge mode Applying external power to the GPSMAP 695/696 automatically turns on the unit for full operation. If the battery is present and needs to be charged, the external power source charges the battery while the unit is in use.

  • Page 18: Turning The Unit On/Off

    The first time the unit is turned on, the receiver must collect satellite data and establish its present location. To ensure proper initialization, the GPSMAP 695/696 is shipped from the factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find itself”...

  • Page 19: Gps Receiver Status

    • Lost Satellite Reception—the receiver is no longer tracking enough satellites for a 2D or 3D fix Constellation Diagram PRN Number 45° Above Horizon Horizon 190-00919-00 Rev. D GPS Status (Info Page) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Overview Receiver Status Signal Strength Bar PRN Number...

  • Page 20: Acquiring Satellites

    The INFO Page can be helpful in troubleshooting weak (or missing) signal levels due to poor satellite coverage or installation problems. As the GPS receiver locks onto satellites, a signal strength bar is displayed for each satellite in view, with the appropriate satellite PRN number (01-32 or 33-64 for WAAS) below each bar.

  • Page 21: Gpsmap 695/696 Controls

    1.2 GPSMaP 695/696 cONtrOlS The GPSMAP 695/696 controls have been designed to simplify operation of the system and minimize workload and the time required to access sophisticated functionality. Power Press and hold to turn the unit on or off Button...

  • Page 22: Softkey Function

    When a softkey function is disabled, the softkey label is subdued (dimmed). Softkeys revert to the previous level after 45 seconds of inactivity. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 23: Map Page Softkeys

    190-00919-00 Rev. D Softkeys (WPT Page) TERRAIN WEATHER Press the BACK Softkey to return to the top-level softkeys. IFR MAP TOPO IFR MAP LOW AWY Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Overview Softkey Names (Displayed) PANEL SAT VIEW BACK HIGH AWY BACK...

  • Page 24: Waypoint Page Softkeys

    WEATHER PAGE SOFTkEyS (GPSMAP 696 ONly) PAN MAP PAN MAP ANIMATE INFO LEGEND Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Displays IFR map information and softkeys Displays/removes topographical terrain shading Displays/removes satellite imagery (above 20nm scale) Returns to top-level softkeys Displays VFR map information and softkeys...
  • Page 25 Press the BACK Softkey to return to the top-level softkeys. VOL - VOL + MUTE Decreases XM audio volume Increases XM audio volume Toggles XM audio on/off Returns to top-level softkeys Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Overview VOLUME VOLUME BACK...

  • Page 26: Menus

    Overview MeNuS The GPSMAP 695/696 has a dedicated MENU Key that when pressed once displays a context-sensitive list of options for the page (Page Menu), and when pressed twice displays the Main Menu. The Page Menu allows the user to access additional features or make settings changes which specifically relate to the currently displayed window/page.

  • Page 27: Data Entry

    GPSMAP 695/696. In some instances, such as when entering an identifier, the GPSMAP 695/696 tries to predict the desired identifier based on the characters being entered. In this case, if the desired identifier appears, use the ENT Key to confirm the entry without entering the rest of the identifier manually.
  • Page 28 Press the ENT Key to confirm entry. 4) Press the FMS Joystick or the ClR Key to cancel data entry (the field reverts back to its previous information). Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Waypoint Entry (Waypoint Page) Data Entry...
  • Page 29 2) Turn the FMS Joystick until the desired page is selected (MAP, WPT, WX, TER, XM, INFO). 190-00919-00 Rev. D and (XM) Audio Page are only available with Selected Page Input Focus on Navigation Bar (Page Cursor Off) Input Focus on Current Page (Page Cursor On) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Overview...

  • Page 30: Main Pages

    Overview • Main Pages Map Page (MAP) Waypoint Page (WPT) Weather Page (WX) (optional) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Terrain Page (TER) XM Audio Page (XM) (optional) Info Page (INFO) 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 31 —name, time to entry (when applicable), and status. 190-00919-00 Rev. D —identifier, bearing, distance, METAR text (GPSMAP 696 —identifier, facility type (symbol), —identifier, facility, type (symbol), bearing, —bearing, distance, and frequency. —name, bearing, distance, frequency, and VOR (if Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Overview —identifier, bearing, and...
  • Page 32 Visual Reporting Point (VRP) (Atlantic Unit) Nearest Airport Weather (WX) Nearest VORs (VOR) Nearest NDBs (NDB) Nearest Intersections (INT) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Nearest User Waypoints (USR) Nearest Cities (CTY) Nearest ARTCC (ATC) Nearest FSS (FSS) Nearest Airspace (ASPC)
  • Page 33 Overview • Flight Planning Pages (FPl) Active Flight Plan (ACTV) Vertical Navigation (VNAV) Flight Plan List (LIST) 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 34: System Settings

    The System Setup Menu in the Main Menu allows management of the following system parameters: • Display • Sound • Units • Date & Time Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual • Position • Interface • Alarms • Power 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 35 (Display, Sound, Units, Date & Time, Position, Interface, Alarms, or Power), and press the ENT Key. 4) Press the MENU Key. 5) With the ‘Restore Default’ highlighted press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D System Setup Menu Restore Default Window Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Overview...

  • Page 36: Display

    1) Press the MENU Key twice to display the Main Menu. 2) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘System Setup...’ and press the ENT Key. 3) With ‘Display’ highlighted press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Display Setup Page 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 37: Sound

    4) With the desired unit highlighted adjust the unit measurement by turning the FMS Joystick. 5) Press the FMS Joystick, the ClR Key, the EXIT Softkey or the MENU Key to remove the menu. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Sound Setup Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Overview...

  • Page 38: Date & Time

    FMS Joystick. 5) Press the FMS Joystick, the ClR Key, the EXIT Softkey or the MENU Key to remove the menu. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Units Setup Page Date & Time Setup Page 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 39: Position

    ENT Key. 3) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘Interface’ and press the ENT Key. 4) Turn the FMS Joystick to select the desired ‘Serial Data Format’. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Position Setup Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Overview...

  • Page 40: Alarms

    4) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired field, and select the desired option by turning the FMS Joystick. 5) Press the FMS Joystick, the ClR Key, the EXIT Softkey or the MENU Key to remove the menu. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Alarms Page 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 41: Power

    3) Press the MENU Key to display the Page Menu. 4) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to select ‘Set Airport Criteria’, and then press the ENT Key. The Airport Criteria Window appears with the current settings. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Overview...

  • Page 42: Utilities

    6) With ‘Restore Default’ highlighted press the ENT Key. utilitieS Refer to Appendix F for information on Flight Log, Track Log, E6B, Aircraft Profile, and Weight & Balance. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Nearest Airports Page Menu Airport Criteria Window 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 43: Section 2 Gps Navigation

    Page layout Map Only Map with Panel 4 Data Bar Fields 8 Data Bar Fields 12 Data Bar Fields 6 Data Bar Fields and HSI 190-00919-00 Rev. D Page layout Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation...

  • Page 44: Data Bar Fields

    4) Turn the FMS Joystick to access the list of options, then turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired option and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Data Bar Fields Data Bar Field Selection...

  • Page 45: Data Bar Field Options

    • Volts • Weather (Altimeter) (WX ALTIM) • Weather (Dew Point) (WX DEW • Weather (Pressure) (WX PRESS) • Weather (Relative Humidity) (WX HUMIDITY) • Weather TEMP) • Weather (Wind) (WX WIND) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation (Temperature)

  • Page 46: Compass Arc

    ‘Bearing’ (default), ‘Course to Steer’, a specific heading reference (‘User Selected’), or ‘Off’. Magenta Bug Indicator Compass Arc Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Page layout Window (Map Page) Compass Arc (Map Page) Route Line 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 47: Panel

    Turn Rate Indicator Estimated Time Enroute The Panel shows a graphic Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI) surrounded by additional indicators. 190-00919-00 Rev. D - Next Waypoint -Distance Panel (Map Page) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation Altitude Vertical Speed CDI Scale...

  • Page 48: Gps Navigation

    2) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘Select Page Layout’ and press the ENT Key. 3) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘Map with Panel’ and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 49: Changing The Cdi Scale

    3) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired menu option, and press the ENT Key. For the ‘User Selected’ option, turn the FMS Joystick to select the desired heading reference, and press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Set CDI Scale Menu Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation...

  • Page 50: Manually Setting A Course

    1) From the Map Page after manually setting a course, press MENU Key to display the Map Page Menu 2) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘Release Hold’, and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Set Bug Indicator Menu Set OBS Window 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 51: Vertical Navigation (Vnav)

    ‘Estimated Time To VNAV’ goes blank, and the VNAV indicator disappears from the HSI. CAUTION: The GPSMAP 695/696 is a VFR navigation tool and should not be used to perform instrument approaches. CAUTION: VNAV is only a VFR navigation aid and is not intended for instrument approaches.

  • Page 52: Using The Vnav Feature

    3) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘Capture VNAV Profile’ or ‘Cancel Capture’, and press the ENT Key. Selecting ‘Capture VNAV Profile’ centers the VNAV indicator on the HSI (when displayed). Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Target Altitude Distance to Target...
  • Page 53 Altitude—Enter the desired reference waypoint altitude. Select ‘Above • Waypoint’ to use field elevation for airports in the Jeppesen database or ‘MSL’ to specify an exact MSL altitude target. 190-00919-00 Rev. D vNAv Indicator (Panel) vertical Navigation Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation...

  • Page 54: Using Map Displays

    VNAV Messages—Select ‘On’ or ‘Off’ to enable/disable VNAV alert messages. • 2.4 uSiNG MaP diSPlayS Map displays are used extensively in the GPSMAP 695/696 to provide situational awareness in flight. Most GPSMAP 695/696 maps can display the following information: • Airports, NAVAIDs, airspaces, airways, land data (highways, cities, lakes, rivers, borders, etc.) with names...

  • Page 55: Map Orientation

    Using the FMS Joystick highlight ‘On’ or ‘Off’, and press the ENT Key. When ‘North Up On GRND’ is ‘ON’ (default), the map orientation will change to North Up when the aircraft is on the ground. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation...

  • Page 56: Map Range

    2) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘Set Up Map’ and press the ENT Key. 3) Turn the FMS Joystick to highlight the ‘General’ Menu. 4) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the ‘Autozoom’ field. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual General Menu (Map Setup Page) Scale Bar Rep- resenting a Map Scale of 1.2...

  • Page 57: Map Panning

    Map Pointer position, a green arrow will appear in the information box. Turning the FMS Joystick will cycle through the list of map features present at that position. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation...

  • Page 58: Panning The Map

    2) Press the ENT Key to display the review page for the highlighted feature. 3) Press the FMS Joystick, the ClR Key, or the ENT Key to exit the review page and return to the Map Page showing the selected waypoint. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Elevation amd ETE to the Pointer...

  • Page 59: Measuring Bearing And Distance

    4) To exit the Measure Bearing/Distance option, press the FMS Joystick; or select ‘Stop Measuring’ from the Page Menu and press the ENT Key. Map Page Menu 190-00919-00 Rev. D Reference Point Map Page (Measure Distance) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation Measurement Line Map Pointer...

  • Page 60: Topography

    4) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the ‘Topo Shading’ field. 5) Turn the FMS Joystick to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’, and press the ENT Key. VFR MAP Softkey Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Topographic Data (Map Page) TOPO Softkey...

  • Page 61: Satellite View

    4) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the ‘Satellite View’ field. 5) Turn the FMS Joystick to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’, and press the ENT Key. VFR MAP Softkey 190-00919-00 Rev. D Satellite view (Map Page) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation SAT VIEW Softkey...

  • Page 62: Map Symbols

    2) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘Set Up Map’ and press the ENT Key. 3) Turn the FMS Joystick to select the ‘Airport’ or ‘NAVAID’ Category from the horizontal list. 4) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired feature. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Map Declutter 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 63: Cities & Roads

    6) Using the FMS Joystick select the desired option and press the ENT Key. 7) Press the FMS Joystick, the ClR Key, or the EXIT Softkey to return to the Map Page with the changed settings. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Map Setup Page (NAvAID Category) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation...

  • Page 64: Airways

    When both types of airways are displayed, high altitude airways are drawn on top of Low Altitude Airways. When airways are selected for display on the map, the airway waypoints (VORs, NDBs and Intersections) are also displayed. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Map Setup Page (Road Category) 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 65: Displaying/Removing Airways

    6) Using the FMS Joystick select the desired option and press the ENT Key. 7) Press the FMS Joystick, the ClR Key, or the EXIT Softkey to return to the Map Page with the changed settings. 190-00919-00 Rev. D IFR Map - High Airways Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation (Jet Routes)

  • Page 66: Waypoints

    The Waypoint Page allows the pilot to review airport information, runway infor- mation, frequencies, instrument procedures, AOPA information, and weather informa- tion. The pilot can manually enter the identifier or the GPSMAP 695/696 will choose the most appropriate identifier based on the current position and phase of flight.
  • Page 67 • Runway lighting type: No Lights, Part Time, Full Time, Unknown, or PCL Freq (for pilot-controlled lighting) • COM Availability: TX (transmit only), RX (receive only), PT (part time), * (additional information available) 190-00919-00 Rev. D -Facility Name -City/Region Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation Showing Selected Waypoint Airport Information...

  • Page 68: Selecting A Runway

    - press the ClR Key to remove it), or move the FMS Joystick to select the facility name, or city field. 4) Press the ENT Key. 5) Move the FMS Joystick to place the cursor in the ‘Runways’ Box, on the runway designator. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 69 *. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Runways Box (Waypoint Page) Control Pre-Taxi CTA * Radar Departure * Ramp Gate Terminal* Ground TMA * Helicopter Tower Multicom TRSA * Other Unicom Frequency Abbreviations Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation Navigation Frequencies...

  • Page 70: Nearest Information

    5) To remove the window, press the FMS Joystick, ENT Key, or ClR Key. NeareSt iNFOrMatiON The GPSMAP 695/696 provides a NRST Key which gives the pilot quick access to nearest airport, weather, VOR, NDB, intersection, user waypoint, city, ARTCC, FSS, and airspace information.

  • Page 71: Nearest Airport Criteria

    Default settings are 0 feet (or meters) for runway length and "Any" for runway surface type. Private airports and Heliports can also be included. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 72 3) Press the ENT Key. The Airport Criteria Window is displayed. 4) Move the FMS Joystick to select the desired criteria to be restored. 5) Press the MENU Key. 6) With ‘Restore Default’ highlighted, press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Airport Criteria Window 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 73: Weather Information

    5) Turn the FMS Joystick to scroll up or down on the page. 6) To return to the Nearest Airport Weather Page, press the FMS Joystick, the ENT Key, or the ClR Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation...

  • Page 74: Intersections

    (turning it counter-clockwise brings up the waypoint selection submenu - press the ClR Key to remove it), or move the FMS Joystick to select the facility name, or city field. 4) Press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Weather Information Page 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 75: Ndb S

    3) Press the FMS Joystick to activate the cursor. 4) Turn the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired NDB. 5) Press the ENT Key to display the NDB Information Page. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation...

  • Page 76: Vors

    2) Turn the FMS Joystick to select the Nearest VOR Page. 3) Press the FMS Joystick to activate the cursor. 4) Turn the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired VOR. 5) Press the ENT Key to display the VOR Information Page. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 77: User Waypoints

    The GPSMAP 695/696 can create and store up to 3,000 user-defined waypoints. Once a waypoint has been created, it can be renamed, deleted, or moved. Creating user waypoints: 1) To create a user waypoint at the current location, using the Map Pointer, or...
  • Page 78 REF WPTS Softkey to enter a bearing and distance from another waypoint or the bearing from two other waypoints to define the new waypoint location. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual User Waypoint Name Field New Waypoint Window (Symbol Selected)
  • Page 79 4) Move the cursor to the desired field(s) and make any necessary changes (to edit the Reference Waypoints, press the REF WPTS Softkey). 5) With ‘Done’ highlighted, press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D New Waypoint Window (REF WPTS Softkey Selected) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation...

  • Page 80: Deleting User Waypoints

    5) Press the DElETE Softkey. ‘No’ is highlighted in the confirmation window. 6) Highlight ‘Yes’ and press the ENT Key. User Waypoints can also be deleted by ‘Symbol’ or ‘Distance’ from the User Waypoints Page Menu. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual User Waypoints Page Menu 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 81: Airspace

    2.6 airSPace The GPSMAP 695/696 can display the following types of airspaces: Class B/ TMA, Class C/TCA, Class D, Restricted, MOA (Military), Other Airspace, Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), and Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR). The Nearest Airspace Page and Airspace Alerts provide information about airspaces and the location of the aircraft in relationship to them.

  • Page 82: Airspace Alert Messages

    —Within the boundaries of the airspace. SMart airSPace Smart Airspace shows airspace at and immediately surrounding the aircraft’s current altitude in bold. Airspaces at all other altitudes are de-emphasized. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Airspace Information Page 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 83: Direct-To Navigation

    Once a direct-to is activated, the GPSMAP 695/696 establishes a point-to-point course line from the present position to the selected direct-to destination. Course guidance is provided until the direct-to is replaced with a new direct-to or flight plan, or cancelled.
  • Page 84 (RECENT WPTS), nearest airports (NRST APTS), and flight plan waypoints (FPL WPTS). 3) Move the FMS Joystick to select the desired waypoint. 4) Press the ENT Key. 5) With ‘Activate’ highlighted, press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Direct-to Window 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 85 3) If the pointer is placed on an existing airport, NAVAID, or user waypoint, the waypoint name is highlighted. 4) Press the Direct-to Key to display the Direct-to Window with the selected point entered as the direct-to destination. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual GPS Navigation...
  • Page 86 2) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight 'Stop Navigation' or ‘Resume Flight Plan’ if a flight plan was active. 3) Press the ENT Key. If a flight plan is still active, the GPSMAP 695/696 resumes navigating the flight plan along the closest leg.

  • Page 87: Section 3 Flight Planning

    SectiON 3 FliGht PlaNNiNG 3.1 iNtrOductiON Flight planning on the GPSMAP 695/696 consists of building a flight plan by entering waypoints one at a time, adding waypoints along airways, and inserting approaches as needed. The flight plan is displayed on maps using different line widths, colors, and types, based on the type of leg and the segment of the flight plan currently being flown.

  • Page 88: Flight Plan Creation

    The active flight plan is listed on the Active Flight Plan Page. It is the flight plan to which the GPSMAP 695/696 is currently providing guidance, and is shown on the navigation maps. Stored flight plans are listed on the Flight Plan List Page, and are available for activation (becomes the active flight plan).

  • Page 89: Flight Planning

    Insert Waypoint Window, turning it counter- clockwise displays a list of recent waypoints (RECENT WPTS), nearest airports (NRST APTS), or flight plan waypoints (FPL WPTS) 190-00919-00 Rev. D Active Flight Plan Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Flight Planning Data Fields Active...
  • Page 90 6) Repeat steps 4 and 5 to enter each additional flight plan waypoint. 7) When all waypoints have been entered, press the FMS Joystick to return to the Flight Plan List Page. The new flight plan is now in the list. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Insert Waypoint Window 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 91: Adding Waypoints To An Existing Flight Plan

    5) Enter the identifier, facility, or city name of the departure waypoint or select a waypoint from the submenu of waypoints and press the ENT Key. The active flight plan is modified as each waypoint is entered. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Flight Planning...

  • Page 92: Flight Plan Storage

    8) With ‘Load Approach’ highlighted, press the ENT Key. 3.3 FliGht PlaN StOraGe The GPSMAP 695/696 can store up to 50 flight plans. The active flight plan is erased when another flight plan is activated. Details about each stored flight plan can be...
  • Page 93 6) With ‘Yes’ highlighted, press the ENT Key. A copy of the flight plan is stored in the next available position in the flight plan list on the Flight Plan List Page. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Saved Flight Plan Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Flight Planning...

  • Page 94: Flight Plan Activation

    5) With ‘Yes’ highlighted, press the ENT Key. To cancel the request, press the ClR Key, the FMS Joystick, or highlight ‘No’ and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Activate leg Window 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 95: Editing Speed And Fuel Flow

    2) Press the FMS Joystick to activate the cursor, and move the FMS Joystick to highlight the ‘Fuel Flow’ field. 3) Using the FMS Joystick, enter the desired fuel flow, and press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Aircraft Profile Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Flight Planning...
  • Page 96 4) Using the FMS Joystick, enter the desired speed, and press the ENT Key. 5) Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for ‘Fuel Flow’, and press the DONE Softkey. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Fuel Flow (Active Flight Plan Page) 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 97: Copying Flight Plans

    Plan Speed and Fuel Flow (Saved Flight Plan Page) cOPyiNG FliGht PlaNS The GPSMAP 695/696 allows copying a flight plan into a new flight plan memory slot, allowing editing, etc., without affecting the original flight plan. This can be used to duplicate an existing stored flight plan for use in creating a modified version of the original stored flight plan.

  • Page 98: Deleting Flight Plans

    Flight Planning deletiNG FliGht PlaNS Individual or all stored flight plans can be deleted from the GPSMAP 695/696 memory. Deleting a stored flight plan: 1) Press the FPl Key and turn the FMS Joystick to display the Flight Plan List Page.
  • Page 99 6) With ‘Yes’ highlighted, press the ENT Key. To cancel the request, press the ClR Key, the FMS Joystick, or highlight ‘No’ and press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Active Flight Plan Page Menu Remove Waypoint Window Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Flight Planning...

  • Page 100: Inverting A Flight Plan

    4) Press the MENU Key, highlight ‘Invert Flight Plan?’, and press the ENT Key. 5) With ‘Yes’ highlighted, press the ENT Key. To cancel the request, press the ClR Key, the FMS Joystick, or highlight ‘No’ and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 101: Approaches

    3.5 aPPrOacheS warNiNG: The GPSMAP 695/696 is not designed to be independently used for flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) or other conditions in which aircraft control is based solely upon flight instruments. The approaches provided are for monitoring purposes only. Only the final course segment (final approach fix (FAF) to missed approach point (MAP)) of the published approach is available for monitoring.

  • Page 102: Selecting An Approach

    (GPS, RNAV, VOR, NDB, localizer, or ILS) and only the final course segment (final approach fix to missed approach point) of the published approach is available in the GPSMAP 695/696. An approach can be selected from the Direct-to Window, Waypoint (WPT) Page, Active Flight Plan Page, and the Saved Flight Plan Page.
  • Page 103 2) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the approach, and press the ENT Key. “Activate XXXXX Approach?” window is displayed. 3) With ‘Yes’ highlighted, press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Active Flight Plan Page Menu Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Flight Planning...

  • Page 104: Activating Vectors-To-Final

    After an approach has been activated, the vECTORS Softkey is used when being vectored to the final approach course by Air Traffic Control (ATC). If the vECTORS Softkey is selected, the GPSMAP 695/696 creates an extension of the final course, beyond the final approach waypoint in the database (final approach fix [FAF]).
  • Page 105 The map shows an extension of the final approach course using a bold magenta line. If the vECTORS Softkey is not selected, the GPSMAP 695/696 creates a straight-line course directly to the first waypoint in the approach. Loading the approach cancels the Direct-to and initiates a route to the FAF.

  • Page 106: Trip Planning

    2) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘Cancel Vectors-to-Final’ and press the ENT Key. 3.6 triP PlaNNiNG Refer to Appendix F (Utilities) for information on Flight Log, Track Log, E6B Calculator, Aircraft Profile, and Weight & Balance. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 107: Section 4 Hazard Avoidance

    1) From the WX Page press the MENU Key to display the WX Page Menu. 2) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘WEATHER PRODUCTS’ and press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual hazard avoidance...

  • Page 108: Xm Satellite Weather Products

    • Sun strobes, when the radar antenna points directly at the sun • Military aircraft deploy metallic dust (chaff) which can cause alterations in radar scans • Interference from buildings or mountains, which may cause shadows Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 109: Hazard Avoidance

    The dBZ values increase as returned signal strength increases. Precipitation intensity is displayed using colors corresponding to the dBZ values. RADAR legend 190-00919-00 Rev. D NEXRAD Data Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual hazard avoidance...
  • Page 110 Echo Tops at or above the altitude you select are displayed, in 5,000 foot increments up to 70,000 ft. Echo Tops can be helpful in determining the severity of thunderstorms. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Satellite Mosaic/Cloud Tops Data Echo Tops Data 190-00919-00 Rev.

  • Page 111: Winds Aloft

    10 mph, and a triangle flag is 50 mph. Calm 5 Knots 10 Knots 190-00919-00 Rev. D Winds Aloft Data Wind Direction 15 Knots 20 Knots 50 Knots Winds Barbs Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual hazard avoidance Wind Flag...
  • Page 112 A strike icon represents a strike that has occurred within a two-kilometer region and within the last seven minutes. The exact location of the lightning strike is not displayed. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Surface Pressure Data lightning Data 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 113: Storm Cells

    TAFs may contain some METAR data, but generally cover a smaller area. It typically forecasts significant weather changes, temporary changes, probable changes, and expected changes in weather conditions. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Storm Cell Data Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual hazard avoidance...
  • Page 114 The METAR flag color is determined by the information in the METAR text. The METAR flag is gray when the METAR text does not contain adequate information to determine flight conditions. METAR legend Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual METAR Selected With Map Pointer 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 115: Sigmets And Airmets

    TFRs are represented as an area highlighted by red (active) or yellow (not yet active). 190-00919-00 Rev. D AIRMET Selected With Map Pointer TFR Data Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual hazard avoidance...

  • Page 116: Freezing Levels

    FORECAST Forecast information is available for current and forecast weather conditions. Forecasts are available for intervals of 12, 24, 36, and 48 hours. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Freezing level Data Forecast Data 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 117: Using Xm Satellite Weather Products

    Select ‘Show Weather’ and press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Sunny Thunderstorms Partly Cloudy Rain Mostly Cloudy Freezing Rain Cloudy Snow Forecast legend • METARs • TFRs Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual hazard avoidance Windy very Hot Haze Foggy very Cold...
  • Page 118 (if available). 5) With the desired weather product selected press the ENT Key to get detailed information (if available). Abbreviated Weather Product Information Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Detailed Weather Product Information 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 119 6) With ‘Restore Default’ or ‘Restore All Map Defaults’ selected, press the ENT Key. 7) Press the FMS Joystick, the ClR Key, or the EXIT Softkey to return to the Map Page with the restored settings. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Map Setup Page (WX Report Category) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual hazard avoidance...
  • Page 120 Select ‘Animate Weather’ and press the ENT Key to begin animation. 4) To stop animation, press the MENU Key again, turn or move the FMS Joystick to select ‘Stop Animation’ and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 121: Terrain

    Note that all obstructions may not be available in the terrain and obstacle database. No terrain and obstacle information is shown without a valid 3-D GPS position. The GPSMAP 695/696 GPS receiver provides the horizontal position and altitude of the aircraft. Aircraft GPS altitude is derived from satellite position. GPS altitude is then converted to a mean sea level (MSL)-based altitude (GPS-MSL altitude) and is used to determine terrain and obstacle proximity.

  • Page 122: Terrain Information

    Each obstacle is labeled with the altitude of the top of the obstacle, or Mean Sea Level (MSL). Each obstacle also lists, in parentheses, the actual height of the obstacle, or Above Ground Level (AGL). Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 123: Terrain And Obstacle Color Code

    5) Turn the FMS Joystick to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’, and press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Potential > 1000’ Impact Points Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual hazard avoidance Obstacle location WARNING: Red obstacle is above or within 100’ below...

  • Page 124: Terrain Alerts & Setup

    • Look Ahead Time —Determines the maximum time when an alert annunciation occurs. For example, if 120 seconds is selected, the GPSMAP 695/696 provides an alert up to 120 seconds before you reach the terrain or obstacle • Alert Sensitivity —The three Alert Sensitivity settings (Terrain, Obstacle, and...
  • Page 125 5) With ‘Done’ highlighted press the ENT Key, or press the ClR Key to accept the changes and exit the Terrain Setup window. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Terrain Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual hazard avoidance Potential Impact Point Red Terrain is...

  • Page 126: Terrain Alerts

    The following aural terrain alerts are issued when flight conditions meet parameters that are set within the software algorithms, and are dependant on the sensitivity level set in the Terrain Setup Menu. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Pop-Up Alert (Map Page) 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 127 3) Move the FMS Joystick to select ‘Sound’, and press the ENT Key. 4) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the ‘Terrain Audio’ field. 5) Turn the FMS Joystick to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’, and press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 128: Traffic Information Service (Tis)

    4.3 traFFic iNFOrMatiON Service (tiS) NOte: Refer to Appendix E for general information regarding TIS. Refer to Appendix D for configuration information. The GPSMAP 695/696 supports TIS input from a Garmin Mode S transponder, such as the GTX 330. tiS SyMBOlOGy TIS traffic is shown on the GPSMAP 695/696 according to TCAS symbology, graphically shown on the Map Page, and in the Traffic Warning Window.

  • Page 129: Traffic Ground Track

    30 knots or when on the approach leg of a route. traFFic GrOuNd track Traffic ground track is indicated on the GPSMAP 695/696 screen by a “target track vector”, a short line shown in 45-degree increments, extending in the direction of target movement.

  • Page 130: Displaying Traffic Data

    Displaying TIS information using the map pointer: 1) With traffic displayed on the Map Page, press the FMS Joystick. The Map Pointer is activated. 2) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired traffic. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 131 Traffic Range and Altitude Separation using Traffic Ground Map Pointer Track Range Rings Traffic Warning Window TIS (Map Page) 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 132 Blank Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 133: Section 5 Additional Features

    NOte: With the availability of SafeTaxi and FliteCharts in electronic form, it is still advisable to carry another source of charts on board the aircraft. The following additional features are included with the GPSMAP 695/696 depending on the unit (Americas, Atlantic, or Pacific).

  • Page 134: Additional Features

    4) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the ‘Safe Taxi’ Field. 5) Turn the FMS Joystick to access the menu options. 6) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’, and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Taxiway Identi- fication Aircraft Position 190-00919-00 Rev.

  • Page 135: Safetaxi Cycle Number And Revision

    SaFetaxi cycle NuMBer aNd reviSiON SafeTaxi database is revised every 56 days. SafeTaxi is always available for use after the expiration date. When turning on the GPSMAP 695/696, the Power-up Page indicates whether the databases are current, out of date, or not available. The Power-up Page shows the SafeTaxi database is current when the SafeTaxi Expires date is shown in white.
  • Page 136 The “CHART NOT AVAILABLE” banner does not refer to the FliteCharts subscription, but rather the availability of a particular airport chart selection or procedure for a selected airport. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Chart Not Available Banner 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 137 Features Airport Identifier Chart Field Field Available Approaches FliteChart Softkey FliteCharts (Waypoint (WPT) Page) 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 138: Chart Range

    To quickly zoom all the way out, press the return to the previous range. FliteCharts (zoomed Out) Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Key to zoom in (decreasing), or the up Joystick to scroll the chart CHART Softkey.

  • Page 139: Flitecharts Cycle Number And Expiration Date

    180 days after the expiration date and are no longer available for viewing upon reaching the disabled date. When turning on the GPSMAP 695/696, the Power- up Page indicates any of five different possible criteria for chart availability. These indications are whether the databases are not configured, not available, current, out of date, or disabled.
  • Page 140 Features Airport Identifier Field Service Icon Scroll Bar AOPA Softkey AOPA (Waypoint (WPT) Page) Icon Description Restaurant on Field Self Serve Fuel Courtesy Car AOPA Service Icons Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 141: Xm ® Radio Entertainment (Gpsmap 696)

    Refer to the GXM 40 Owner’s Manual for more information on activating XM Satellite Radio. Accessing the Radio ID: From the XM Audio Page press the INFO Softkey. From the XM Audio Page select Channel ‘0’ in the ‘All Channels’ Category. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual additional Features...

  • Page 142: Using Xm Radio

    XM Satellite Radio. Selecting the XM Audio Page: 1) Press the FMS Joystick to interact with the page navigation bar. 2) Turn FMS Joystick to select the XM Audio Page. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual XM Information Page Weather Products Window 190-00919-00 Rev.

  • Page 143: Selecting A Category

    1) Select the CATEGORy Softkey on the XM Audio Page. The Category Field is highlighted. 2) Turn the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired category. 190-00919-00 Rev. D XM Audio Page Category Field Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual additional Features Signal Strength Volume...
  • Page 144 1) Press the FMS Joystick. Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the Channel Field (if necessary). 2) Turn the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired channel and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Active Channel Now Playing Box 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 145: Using Favorites

    1) With the Favorites channel selected, press the MENU Key. 2) With ‘Delete Favorite’ selected, press the ENT Key. Highlight ‘Delete All Favorites’ to delete all channels from your Favorites list. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Adding a Channel to Favorites Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual additional Features...

  • Page 146: Adjusting The Volume

    3) Select ‘Display’ and press the ENT Key. 4) Move the FMS Joystick to the ‘XM Audio & WX Pages’ field. 5) Turn the FMS Joystick to select ‘Hide’ or ‘Show’ and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual ) and decrease ( vOl + volume Control ) softkeys.

  • Page 147: Section 6 Appendices

    • Check XM Antenna—internal problem with your GXM 40 antenna. Contact Garmin Product Support. • Database Error—internal problem with the unit. Contact your dealer or Garmin Product Support to have the unit repaired. • Fuel Tank—a reminder for switching fuel tanks. The reminder message repeats at the specified interval after the beginning of each trip.

  • Page 148: Airspace Messages

    • XM Antenna Not Responding—the unit is unable to communicate with the GXM airSPace MeSSaGeS • Inside Airspace—inside the boundaries of the airspace. • Airspace Near and Ahead—within two nautical miles of an airspace and your current course takes you inside the airspace. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 149: Aural Alerts

    190-00919-00 Rev. D Obstacle “caution, obstacle” “caution, obstacle ahead” “obstacle ahead! pull up!” “obstacle! obstacle! pull up! pull up!” Aural Alerts Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix a Descent Rate “caution, sink rate” “sink rate, pull up!” “pull up!”...

  • Page 150: Data Field Options

    • Glide Ratio (G/R)—the estimated distance an aircraft will move forward for any given amount of lost altitude. • Ground Speed—the velocity that the aircraft is traveling relative to a ground position. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 151 • Weather (Rel. Humidity) (WX HUMIDITY)—the relative humidity at the nearest weather reporting station. • Weather (Temperature) (WX TEMP)—the temperature at the nearest weather reporting station. • Weather (Wind) (WXWIND)—the wind speed and direction at the nearest weather reporting station. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix a...
  • Page 152 Blank Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 153: Abnormal Operation

    Remove the power source and restart the unit. Hold down the #1 Softkey, #5 Softkey, and zoom out using the RNG Key. lOSS OF GPS POSitiON When the GPSMAP 695/696 loses the GPS signal for any reason, the following will occur: •...

  • Page 154: Hazard Display With Loss Of Gps Position

    B hazard diSPlay with lOSS OF GPS POSitiON If the Terrain Page doesn’t have at least a 3D fix (i.e. altitude unknown), a Red X will be displayed. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Terrain Page Red X 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 155: Sd Card Use And Databases

    Sd card uSe aNd dataBaSeS Sd card uSe The GPSMAP 695/696 uses an optional SD Card for storing MapSource user-downloaded vehicles. MAPSOURCE DETAIlED MAPS The included USB Interface Cable is used to transfer MapSource the optional SD Card. For compatible MapSource com/cartography.

  • Page 156: Gpsmap 695/696 Databases

    Press ENT Key to acknowledge. If you insert an SD Card and get a card format not recognized message, try removing the card and reinserting it. If the card is still not recognized, contact Garmin Product Support or your Garmin dealer.
  • Page 157 Aviation Database FliteCharts ® SafeTaxi ® Obstacle Terrain GARMIN DATABASE INFORMATION The following databases are provided by Garmin: • Worldwide Basemap • Terrain • Obstacle The basemap database contains data for the topography and land features, such as rivers, lakes, and towns. It is updated only periodically, with no set schedule. There is no expiration date.

  • Page 158: Jeppesen Database Information

    Updates to the Jeppesen database are available every 28 days online (www.fly.garmin. com). The update program is designed to operate on Windows requires the included USB cable to connect your GPSMAP 695/696 to the PC’s USB port. The following information is provided from the internal Jeppesen database: •...
  • Page 159 A new route with current Jeppesen database points will need to be created. An optional FlightBook software package is available to assist with your flight record keeping. Visit the Garmin web site at www.garmin.com/aviation. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 160 Blank Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 161: Installation & Interfacing Information

    & iNterFaciNG iNFOrMatiON cONNectiNG the POwer/data caBle The power/data cable connects the GPSMAP 695/696 to an 9-40 VDC system and provides interface capabilities for connecting external devices. The color code in the diagram below and to the right indicates the appropriate harness connections.

  • Page 162: Connecting To A Garmin Vhf Comm Radio

    Output frequency data to an Sl40/Sl30 nav/comm radio: 1) Connect the Data Out pin on the GPSMAP 695/696 to the RxD pin on the comm radio. (You do not need to connect the comm radio to the GPSMAP 695/696’s Data In pin.) 2) Press the MENU Key twice to access the Main Menu.

  • Page 163: Connecting To A Computer

    USB data port. iNFOrMatiON aBOut uSB driverS When connecting the GPSMAP 695/696 to a USB port, the computer prompts you to locate the destination of the drivers for the device (a USB drivers CD is included). Only install the drivers once.

  • Page 164: Using Ximage For Customized Waypoint Symbols

    FOr cuStOMized wayPOiNt SyMBOlS xImage allows you to exchange images between your PC and your GPSMAP 695/696. You can download and save screen shots of any screen shown on your unit. xImage also allows you to download customized splash screens and waypoint symbols from compatible GPS units, customize them (if you have an image editing program on your PC), and send them back to your GPS unit.

  • Page 165: Connecting To A Gtx 330 Mode S Transponder

    695/696, connect an available RS-232 OUT pin on the transponder to the Data In pin on the GPSMAP 695/696. (You do not need to connect the transponder to the GPSMAP 695/696’s Data Out pin.) Then, set the corresponding RS-232 output configuration on the transponder to REMOTE + TIS and set the GPSMAP 695/696’s Serial Data...
  • Page 166 If interfacing the GPSMAP 695/696 with another piece of equipment (such as an autopilot), the unit needs to be set to output NMEA data. If the NMEA output mode is set to ‘Fast’, the unit will output a minimum number of NMEA sentences at 1-second intervals.
  • Page 167 Data Available—receiving TIS data from the transponder. • Data Unavailable—connection to transponder established, but TIS service is unavailable. • Lost Connection—an error occurred or the connection to the transponder was lost. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix d...

  • Page 168: Using An External Gps Antenna (Optional)

    The optional GA25 MCX antenna can be used. Connect the antenna to the connector located on the left side of the unit. GPSMAP 695/696 MCX Connector Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual MCX Connector (for an optional external antenna) 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 169: General Tis Information

    The GPSMAP 695/696 displays TIS traffic information on the Map Page. Surveillance data includes all transponder- equipped aircraft within the coverage volume. The GPSMAP 695/696 displays up to eight traffic targets within a 7.5-nm radius, from 3,000 feet below, to 3,500 feet above the requesting aircraft.
  • Page 170 NOte: TIS is unavailable at low altitudes in many area of the United States. This is often the case in mountainous regions. NOte: Garmin is not responsible for Mode S geographical coverage. Operation of the ground stations is the responsibility of the FAA. Refer to the AIM for a Terminal Mode S radar site map.
  • Page 171 • By FAA Form 8000-7, Safety Improvement Report (postage-paid card can be obtained at FAA FSSs, General Aviation District Offices, Flight Standards District Offices, and General Aviation Fixed Base Operators) 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix e...
  • Page 172 Blank Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 173: Utilities

    FliGht lOG The Flight Log shows a list of any recorded flights, including date, route of flight, and flight time. The GPSMAP 695/696 saves up to 50 recorded flights. Entries on this list are automatically created for each flight. An optional FlightBook software package is available to further simplify your flight record keeping.
  • Page 174 F Flight log list Flight log Review Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 175: Track Log

    Track Log The track log starts recording as soon as the GPSMAP 695/696 gets a location fix. For the best results, clear the track log before each flight. When the track log is full, new track points overwrite the oldest track points (if set to ‘Wrap’ in the Track Log Settings).

  • Page 176: Displaying/Removing The Track Log On The Map Page

    2) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to select ‘Track Log’ from the Main Menu, and press the ENT Key. 3) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired field. 4) Turn the FMS Joystick to select the desired setting. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Map Setup Page 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 177: Clearing The Track Log

    ENT Key.) The ‘Save Active Track?’ window is displayed. 4) Turn the FMS Joystick to select ‘Entire Active Track’, ‘Past 24 Hours’, ‘Past 7 Days’, or ‘Specify Dates’. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Track log Window Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix F...

  • Page 178: Heading Line

    5) Turn the FMS Joystick to make the desired changes. 6) With ‘Done’ selected, press the ENT Key. headiNG liNe The GPSMAP 695/696 draws an electronic “heading line” on the Map Page. The heading line can be set to time or distance. Heading Line Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 179: E6B Calculator

    2) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘E6B Calculator’, and press the ENT Key. The E6B Calculator Page is displayed. Barometric Pressure from the Nearest METAR Calculated Figures Calculated or User- entered Figure 190-00919-00 Rev. D E6B Calculator Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix F...
  • Page 180 Calculating true airspeed and density altitude: 1) From the E6B Calculator Page, enter the altitude shown on the altimeter into the ‘Indicated Altitude’ field, and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 181: Aircraft Profile

    Accessing the aircraft profile: 1) Press the MENU Key twice to open the Main Menu. 2) Turn or move the FMS Joystick to highlight ‘Aircraft Profile’, and press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix F...
  • Page 182 3) Press the RENAME Softkey. The cursor is activated in the ‘Current Aircraft’ field. 4) Enter the desired name in the ‘Current Aircraft’ field, and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Aircraft Profile Page 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 183: Weight & Balance

    Weight & Balance may be used during pre-flight preparations to verify the weight and balance conditions of the aircraft. By entering the weight and arm values on this page, the GPSMAP 695/696 can calculate the total weight, moment, and center of gravity (CG).

  • Page 184: Epe Circle

    3) Turn the FMS Joystick to select the ‘Miscellaneous’ from the horizontal list. 4) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired feature. 5) Turn the FMS Joystick to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’, and press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Weight & Balance 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 185: Proximity Waypoints

    3) Press the PROXIMITy Softkey. The Proximity Waypoints Page is displayed. 4) Turn the FMS Joystick to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’, and press the ENT Key. 190-00919-00 Rev. D Proximity Waypoint Alarm Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix F Proximity Alarm...

  • Page 186: Deleting Proximity Waypoints

    4) Press the ClR Key or MENU Key and select ‘Remove Selected Waypoint’ or ‘Remove All Waypoints’. 5) Press the ENT Key. The ‘Remove Proximity Waypoint for XXXX’ Window is displayed 6) With ‘Yes’ highlighted, press the ENT Key. Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 187: Display Symbols

    Paved, Private Seaplane Base Heliport Americas/Pacific Database Airports 190-00919-00 Rev. D Symbol Item Civilian, Non-serviced Military, Non-serviced Civilian, Serviced Military, Serviced Civilian, Soft/Unknown Surface, Non-serviced Civilian, Soft/Unknown Surface, Serviced Atlantic Database Airports Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix G Symbol...

  • Page 188: Ifr Symbols

    ILS/DME or DME only VORTAC TACAN Navaids iFr SyMBOlS Item VFR, Soft/unknown Surface, Non-serviced VFR, Soft/unknown Surface, Serviced Atlantic Database Airports Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Symbol Item Interstate Highway US Highway State Highway National Highway Small City Medium City Large City Miscellaneous...
  • Page 189 VFR Seaplane Base VFR Heliport Americas/Pacific Database Airports 190-00919-00 Rev. D Symbol Item Intersection LOM (compass locator at outer marker) NDB (non-directional radio beacon) VOR/DME ILS/DME or DME Only VORTAC TACAN Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix G Symbol Navaids...

  • Page 190: Airspace Symbols

    Restricted, Prohibited, or Warning Area Radar Area ATZ, TIZ MATZ ADIZ Misc/Unknown vFR Americas/Pacific Database Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Symbol Item Class B, Class E, Class A, Class C, TMA, TRSA Class D Danger, Alert, or Training Area Restricted,...
  • Page 191 G Item Symbol Item Symbol Danger or Alert Training Area Area Restricted, IFR Atlantic Database Exceptions Prohibited, or Warning Area Training Area vFR Atlantic Database Exceptions 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 192 G Blank Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 193: Map Datum And Location Formats

    Lines of latitude and longitude on a chart are referenced to a specific map datum. Every chart has a map datum reference and the GPSMAP 695/696 can be set to match most of those commonly used.
  • Page 194 Blank Page Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 195: Glossary

    Crosstrack Error The distance the aircraft is off a desired course in either direction, left or right. Course to Steer 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix i...
  • Page 196 Estimated Time of Arrival Estimated Time Enroute ºF degrees Fahrenheit Federal Aviation Administration Final Approach Fix Federal Communication Commission flight plan feet per minute Flight Service Station foot/feet Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 197 Horizontal Situation Indicator Hertz Initial Approach Fix Indicated Air Temperature ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization Instrument Flight Rules Instrument Landing System Instrument Meteorological Conditions inch 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix i...
  • Page 198 Uses Grid MORAs to determine a safe altitude within ten Altitude miles of the aircraft present position. Military Operations Area Minimum Safe Altitude Mean Sea Level NAVAID NAVigation AID Non-directional Beacon NEXRAD Next Generation Radar nautical mile(s) NRST nearest Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 199 Temporary Flight Restriction Traffic Information System TOPO topographic Track Direction of aircraft movement relative to a ground position; also ‘Ground Track’ TRSA Terminal Radar Service Area Coordinated Universal Time 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual appendix i...
  • Page 200 VHF Omni-directional Range VORTAC very high frequency omnidirectional range station and tactical air navigation Vertical Speed Indicator Vertical Speed Required vector to final WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System waypoint weather Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...

  • Page 201: License Agreement And Warranty

    This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, 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, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost.

  • Page 202: Aopa Airport Directory Notice

    J Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY.
  • Page 203 XM and Garmin further do not warrant the accuracy, reliability, completeness or timeliness of the traffic and weather information disclosed on the Radio Service. In no event will XM and Garmin, their data suppliers, service providers, marketing/distribution, software or Internet partners or hardware manufacturers be liable to you or to any third party for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary or punitive damages or lost profits resulting from use of or interruptions in the transmission or reception of the Services.

  • Page 204: Xm Satellite Radio Service Agreement

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be made by an authorized Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and void your warranty and your authority to operate this device under Part 15 regulations.
  • Page 205 GPS Receiver Status 5 GTX 330 151 GXM 40 antenna connecting 150 Heading Line 164 Horizontal Situation Indicator ( HSI) HSI 34 Interface 25 Inverting a flight plan 86 Jeppesen database updates 141 Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual index Index-1...
  • Page 206 Airports 19, 29, 56, 59, 61, 62, 65, Airspaces 67, 68 NDB 61, 62 VORs 62 Nearest Information 56 NMEA 151, 152 Obstacles 108 Index-2 Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual Pages FPL Pages 17 Main Pages 17 NRST Pages 17 Panning 44 power 147 Proximity Waypoints 171...
  • Page 207 User Waypoints 62 Utilities 28 vectors 90 VNAV 38 Waypoints 62 Weight & Balance 169 winds aloft 167 xImage 150 XM Radio 127 XM Weather 93 X symbol on terrain 108 Index-3 190-00919-00 Rev. D Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 208 Blank Page Index-4 Garmin GPSMAP 695/696 Owner’s Manual 190-00919-00 Rev. D...
  • Page 210 House, Bulls Copse Road Hounsdown Business Park Southampton, SO40 9RB, U.k. p: 44/0870.8501241 f: 44/0870.8501251 Garmin Corporation No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan p: 886/2.2642.9199 f: 886/2.2642.9099 www.garmin.com 190-00919-00 Rev. D © 2008 Garmin ltd. or its subsidiaries...

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