Getting Started; Functions - Garmin 20 Pilot's Manual

This section explains how to get started using the MX20. Information in this section describes the controls,
data card, display, and basic operation. After reading this section, go to the Detailed Operation section for
expanded explanations for each feature.

Functions

The MX20 contains thirteen major separate functions for the display of information. The function names are
shown as "smart" keys at the bottom of the display. The "smart" key is the combination of a label above a tri-
angle key at the bottom of the display. The labels above the triangle keys change to reflect the choices available
to you for each function. Press the FN key to show the available functions. Press the "smart" key below the
function label to go to the desired function. While in each function, press the MENU/ENTER key to show the
options for each function. The options are shown on the right side of the display. Press the MENU ITEM key
to manipulate the options. Some options toggle on/off, while some are tri-state (three choices).

Getting Started

Getting Started
Functions
MX20 Functions
• MSG - Message Log
• MAP - Custom Map
• IFR - IFR Chart
• VFR - VFR Chart
• Split - Split Screen
• Traffic - Skywatch/TCAD/IHAS (TAS)
• Traffic - ADS-B TRAF
• Traffic - TIS-A
• FPL - Flight Plan
• TER - Internal/TAWS Terrain
• FIS-B - Flight Information Service
(GDL 90 UAT)
• FIS - Flight Information Service
(WSI InFlight)
• FIS - Flight Information Service
(GDL 69/69A)
• XM - XM Satellite Radio
• LT - Lightning Strikes
• CHART - Chart View
• RADAR - Weather Radar
• SYS - System Information
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