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Garmin GMX 200 Pilot's Manual & Reference

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  • Page 1 GMX 200 Pilot’s Guide & Reference...
  • Page 2 All rights reserved. Except as expressly provided herein, no part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, transmitted, disseminated, downloaded or stored in any storage medium, for any purpose without the express prior written consent of Garmin. Garmin hereby grants permission to down-...

  • Page 3: Ordering Information

    November 2006 2.03 190-00607-02 Rev B July 2007 2.12 190-00607-02 Rev C ordering Information To receive additional copies of this GMX 200 Pilot’ s Guide, order Part Number 190-00607-02. The GMX 200 Quick Reference Guide is Part Number 190-00607-03. 190-00607-02 Rev C...

  • Page 4: End User License Agreement ("Eula")

    SOFTWARE is licensed with the GMX 200 as a single integrated product and may only be used with the GMX 200. If the SOFTWARE is not accompanied by a GMX 200, you may not use the SOFTWARE. You may permanently transfer all of your rights under this EULA only as part of a permanent sale or transfer of me GMX 200, provided you retain no copies of the SOFTWARE.
  • Page 5 Authenticity label with a genuine copy of the SOFTWARE identifies a licensed copy of the SOFTWARE. To be valid, the label must be affixed to the GMX 200, or appear on Garmin’ s software packaging. If you receive the label separately other than from Garmin, it is invalid. You should keep the label on the GMX 200 or packaging to prove that you are licensed to use the SOFTWARE.

  • Page 6: Accessories And Packing List

    Please, have the serial number of your GMX 200 handy, connect to our web site The GMX 200 presents a wealth of information (www.garmin.com) and look for our Product Registra- on its six-inch diagonal, 640x480 pixel, color display.

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    GMX 200. Be sure to read the Getting Started relieve the flight crew of their responsibility to section to learn the rules for using the GMX 200. The “see and avoid.” Do not use this information for Detailed Operation section (starting on page 15) is the navigation.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Info In Pan Mode..............17 Getting Started ............1 Custom Map Menu Option Page 1 ........18 Functions ................1 Flight Plan ................18 GMX 200 Function List ............ 1 Map Orientation..............18 Display .................. 3 Invert .................. 18 Message Flag ..............3 Nav Data ................
  • Page 9 Introduction Table of Contents Hot Spots ................27 Shield Ranges ..............36 IFR Option Page 1..............28 TCAD 9900BX Menu Options ..........36 Flight Plan ................28 Altitude Option (Relative/Pressure) ......... 36 Map Orientation..............28 Filter ................36 Invert .................. 28 Volume ................
  • Page 10 Introduction Table of Contents Internal GMX 200-Based Terrain .......... 50 TFR Label ............... 66 Obstructions................ 50 Label ................66 Terrain Option Page ............. 51 GDL 69/69A FIS Forecast Menu Page 3 ......66 Flight Plan ................51 Flight Plan ..............67 TRK Up Arc/TRK Up 360 ............
  • Page 11 Viewing the Chart as an Overlay.......... 83 Target Alert (GWX 68 only) ..........94 Display of Coverage Area ..........83 Garmin GWX 68 Radar Description ........97 Chart Zooming .............. 83 Principles of Pulsed Airborne Weather Radar ....97 Chart Panning ............... 83 Radar Signal Attenuation ..........
  • Page 12 Introduction Hardware Information ..........115 Port Status ..............115 Data Link Status ............115 System Test Pages.............. 115 Test Pattern 1 .............. 116 Red, Green, Blue, White, and Black Test Patterns ..116 Test Pattern 2 .............. 116 Troubleshooting................117 GDL 69/69A FIS Legends ............119 Sample GDL 69/69A FIS Displays ..........120 Specifications ................121 Physical Specifications ............

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    • MAP - Custom Map This section explains how to get started using the • IFR - IFR Chart GMX 200. Information in this section describes the • VFR - VFR Chart controls, data card, display, and basic operation. After •...
  • Page 14 Getting Started Functions The Message Log displays information from the GMX 200 or reported to the GMX 200 by its external sen- sors. A flashing MSG annunciator notifies you of a new message that should be viewed. The Custom Map function allows you to completely customize the displayed map by overlaying selected information.

  • Page 15: Display

    Controls display The GMX 200 display provides text and graphic information to give a “picture” of your flight and surround- ings. The display brightness may be set manually or allowed to automatically adjust to ambient light conditions. At the bottom of the display, labels above the function keys change to show the different choices for each function to allow access to commonly used actions.

  • Page 16: Controls

    The rotary knob on the lower right corner of the press the FN key you will step through the list of func- GMX 200 is used to move the cursor in Pan mode and tions. After you press one of the function “smart” keys to zoom in and out while viewing maps.

  • Page 17: Menu/Ent

    The MENU/ENT key is located on the bottom right The Map databases and other information are corner of the GMX 200. Press the MENU/ENT key to stored on a data card. The use of a data card allows show a menu of options to modify the display of the you to easily update information.

  • Page 18: Annunciations

    For instance, when the amber TRAF data flag appears it means that the GMX 200 is not receiving Traffic information from the sensor. Any existing traffic will not be displayed on the GMX 200.
  • Page 19 Getting Started Annunciations Data Flag Descrpton No vald poston nformaton s avalable from the source. Do not expect a vald poston representaton on the maps. No vald route (flght plan) s avalable from the external navgaton source. Route (flght plan) nformaton wll not be shown on the maps. No vald alttude nformaton s avalable from the external source.

  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    Use the following items to get a basic feel for the The Start Up screen is displayed while the operation of the GMX 200. The basic steps for using GMX 200 goes through its initialization and testing any of the separate functions of the GMX 200 are: routines.

  • Page 21: Confirm Current Baro Correction

    Getting Started Start Up and Baro Correction Function Selection confirm current Baro correction Press the FN key to view the different Functions. When the altitude source is an altitude encoder, a The functions are shown above the function “smart” window that displays the current barometric value will keys on the lower part of the display in blue.

  • Page 22: Advisory Hot Key

    Getting Started Function Selection Advisory Hot Key Terrain Function at this point will automatically adjust the zoom level to 10 NM and place the unit in full The “Advisory Hot Key” feature allows advisory “360” mode to show overall situational awareness. conditions to be quickly viewed with minimal effort by Returning To Normal Condition the pilot.

  • Page 23: Thumbnail Feature

    Thumbnail in the same symbology used within the Traf- fic Function. Any traffic within sensor range and 5 NM is shown, in addition to traffic causing an amber Traffic Alert (TA) traffic. Note that the GMX 200 supports one traffic sensor in any installation. 190-00607-02 Rev C...

  • Page 24: Traffic Information Services (Tis)

    UAT data link radios and that are within coverage of UAT ground broadcast stations. Polar navigation When operating the GMX 200 in polar areas (above 72° north latitude or below 60° south latitude), the external position source must be set to True North navigation.

  • Page 25: Nexrad

    Getting Started Function Summary Summary Press Function Keys TRAF SPLIT Flight Plan Flight Plan Flight Plan Custom Map Map Orient Map Orient Map Orient IFR Map Invert Invert Invert VFR Map Nav Data Nav Data Nav Data Traffic* Load Chart Label Label Flight Plan...
  • Page 26 Getting Started Function Summary 190-00607-02 Rev C...

  • Page 27: Detailed Operation

    Message Log (MSG) The Message function displays information about the GMX 200 or the external sensors. The amber MSG flag will flash until the message is viewed. The MSG flag will remain in view while any messages remain in the message log.

  • Page 28: Custom Map (Map)

    When installed with a GNS 480-series GPS Initial Zoom Level receiver, the GMX 200 zoom level can be controlled The initial zoom level that is used on start-up is by the GNS 480. This feature must be enabled in the determined by a setting made in the System Function.

  • Page 29: Pan

    Detailed Operation Custom Map The Pan keys are used to move the display around so you can see beyond the initial boundaries of the screen. The Info page 1 Info page 2 PAN function key is one of the “smart” keys available at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 30: Custom Map Menu Option

    If the flight plan provided by the navigator to the plus altitude, barometer setting, track, and ground GMX 200 has an invalid cross track error, the ownship speed. symbol will have a red “X” placed over it.

  • Page 31: Load Chart (Optional)

    Detailed Operation Custom Map Overlaid chart labels are always oriented North- Up. To prevent confusion, Intersection labels from the underlying map may be deselected. Load Chart is not available with FliteCharts. Press the Next Page MENU ITEM key to display Full Nav data information shown the next page of menu items.

  • Page 32: Hot Spots

    Detailed Operation Custom Map Hot Spots Airport diagrams may show areas where extra vigilance is recommended due to traffic congestion, visibility constraints, or other unique circumstances. These areas are called “hot spots” and are identified by circular or elliptical lines. Although these areas are highlighted as places where extra caution is war- ranted and advised, they do not relieve the pilot of the responsibility to “see and avoid”...

  • Page 33: Vors

    SL30 will be shown as a line from the tuned functions. VOR symbols on an airway are always dis- VOR station in magenta on the GMX 200 display. The played when Low Airways or High Airways is selected.

  • Page 34: Ils/Localizer Depiction

    The SL30 must be receiving a valid ILS, or localizer, SL30, the GMX 200 will display the currently tuned and the GMX 200 must have airports turned on for this approach on the appropriate airport runway. The SL30 feature to be active.

  • Page 35: Custom Map Menu Option

    Detailed Operation Custom Map not drawn on the display. ITEM key. High Airways are drawn when the zoom scale is 150 NM or less. Press the Next Page MENU ITEM key to display the next page of menu items. Water The Water option allows you to control the display custom Map Menu option Page 3 of streams, rivers and lakes.

  • Page 36: Custom Map Menu Option

    Detailed Operation Custom Map custom Map Menu option Page 4 Lightning The fourth option page of the Custom Map func- The Lightning option allows you select the overlay tion lets you select options for choices of Boundaries, of Lightning strike symbols on the Custom Map, if the Nexrad, Metars, Lightning, and Cell Movement.

  • Page 37: Airport Chart (Chartview)

    Detailed Operation Custom Map Airport chart (chartView) be displayed. The SafeTaxi airport diagram will be dis- played if the Airport Chart option is disabled. Airport surface charts provide a graphical presen- tation of the airport surface area (runways, taxiways, terrain buildings, towers, and other objects), within the The Terrain option allows you select the display of immediate airport vicinity.

  • Page 38: Obstructions

    50 Obstructions, such as towers and other man-made NM or less. objects, are part of the GMX 200 updateable database. Obstructions over 250 feet high are shown on the maps traffic with tower symbols.

  • Page 39: Ifr En Route (Ifr) Chart Function

    The zoom scale is limited to a maximum of 300 NM. This data is advisory only and does not replace pri- mary indicators, such as the CDI. Navigation should not be based on the data presented on the GMX 200. Review the Limitations section in the front of this guide.

  • Page 40: Ifr Option

    If the flight plan provided by the navigator to the IFR En Route Chart page inverted GMX 200 has an invalid cross track error, the ownship nav data symbol will have a red “X” placed over it.

  • Page 41: Label

    IFR En Route Chart Low Airways NOTE: The barometer setting is not displayed if the TAWS sensor is connected to the GMX 200 or The Low Airways option allows you to control the if GPS altitude is used. display of Low Airways. You may select the display of...

  • Page 42: Load Chart

    Detailed Operation IFR En Route Chart Load chart Once the airport is selected, the individual approach chart to be overlaid can be loaded from a list of geo-referenced approach charts available for that airport. Not all approach charts can be overlaid in this fashion and only geo-referenced charts will be pre- sented for selection from the Custom Map.

  • Page 43: Vfr Chart (Vfr) Function

    Detailed Operation VFR En Route Chart VFR Chart (VFR) Function Hot Spots Airport diagrams may show areas where extra The VFR Chart function shows a VFR sectional vigilance is recommended due to traffic congestion, style map for the display. Topographic features are visibility constraints, or other unique circumstances.

  • Page 44: Flight Plan

    If the flight plan provided by the navigator to the data. The full nav data option includes the information GMX 200 has an invalid cross track error, the ownship in the four corners selection plus altitude, barometer symbol will have a red “X” placed over it.

  • Page 45: Split Screen (Split) Function

    Detailed Operation Split Screen Split Screen (SPLIT) Function The zoom scale and map orientation are displayed in the upper right corner of the profile display. The Split Screen capability allows you to display up to two enabled functions side by side. Press the MENU ITEM key next to the desired map to highlight the selection.

  • Page 46: Tas / Tcad Traffic (Traf) Function

    TAS / TCAD Traffic (TRAF) Function Symbology Traffic is shown with either the relative or absolute The GMX 200 I/O Traffic model supports interfaces altitude indicated above or below the target symbol. If to third party traffic sensors. The traffic function, when...

  • Page 47: Vert Smart Key (Tas)

    Shown in yellow in the lower right corner. TAS Data Time-Out Traffic Alert thumbnail GMX 200 is not receiving labels from the TAS unit. Vert Smart Key (tAS) Shown in yellow in the lower right corner. The Vertical Mode (Vert) “smart” key is used to no Bearing Advisories select the vertical filtering mode for the TAS unit.

  • Page 48: Tcad 9900B Menu Options

    Detailed Operation TAS/TCAD Traffic tcAd 9900B Menu options Shield Heights This allows the shield heights to be adjusted for the Altitude Option (Relative/Pressure) En Route, Standard, and Terminal shield modes. See The Altitude option lets you select between relative the TCAD operator’ s manual for additional details. and pressure altitude in hundreds of feet.

  • Page 49: Ads-B Traffic (Traf) Function

    Detailed Operation ADS-B Traffic ADS-B Traffic (TRAF) Function The ADS-B Traffic Function allows you to view other traffic in the area, when installed with a UAT data link radio. This screen can also show your flight plan. Traffic is shown in relationship to your aircraft. “Smart” keys allow you to zoom in and out, and select an individual traffic target.

  • Page 50: Traffic Description

    Detailed Operation ADS-B Traffic ADS-B equipment may be certified as an air-to-air ADS-B is intended to be used both in-flight and on system for enhancing situational awareness and as a the airport surface. ADS-B systems should be turned surveillance source for air traffic services. Refer to the “on”...

  • Page 51: Tis-B Traffic

    Detailed Operation ADS-B Traffic A small up or down arrow next to the identifier air traffic surveillance sensors, typically radar. TIS-B indicates that the traffic is climbing or descending is intended to provide ADS-B equipped aircraft with at a rate of at least 500 feet per minute. The end of a more complete traffic picture in situations where the vector line that extends beyond the point of the not all nearby aircraft are equipped with ADS-B.

  • Page 52: Tis-B Limitations

    Detailed Operation ADS-B Traffic TIS-B Limitations (d) The TIS-B system only detects and uplinks data pertaining to transponder TIS-B is NOT intended to be used as a equipped aircraft. Aircraft without a collision avoidance system and does not transponder will not be displayed as a relieve the pilot’s responsibility to “see TIS-B target.

  • Page 53: Degraded Target

    GDL 90 UAT broadcasts When a degraded target is selected via the SELECT the ident. The GMX 200 must be configured to be the key in the Traffic function, no distance to the target is UAT’...

  • Page 54: Traffic Option

    Status This is where you enter the ATC-assigned ADS-B (ADS-B Broadcast Options) code. This code entered into the GMX 200 does NOT Selecting Tx Alt allows ADS-B position reports to control the code on Mode A, C, or S transponders. It be transmitted with altitude information.

  • Page 55: Set 1200

    Pressing the Set 1200 key sets the ADS-B code to tion lets you select options for the choices of Time, 1200. This code entered into the GMX 200 does NOT Altitude Filter, Altitude type, Flight Plan, and Traffic control the code on Mode A, C, or S transponders.

  • Page 56: Altitude Option (Relative/Absolute)

    The graphic traffic display shows your location, If the flight plan provided by the navigator to the nearby traffic, and information about the traffic. GMX 200 has an invalid cross track error, the ownship symbol will have a red “X” placed over it. Text Display...

  • Page 57: Enter Fid

    Services – Addressed (TIS-A) function when interfaced to a third party TIS-A sensor. The traffic function, when interfaced to the Garmin GTX 330 is capable of displaying traffic targets supplied by that sensor. Stan- dard TCAS-type symbology is used and several menu options are available for adjusting traffic presentation and sensor operation.

  • Page 58: Traffic Depiction

    Menu options The GMX 200 displays the current operating mode when the MENU key is pressed. Alert Hot Key (TA Prompt) When selected and viewing another function, this...

  • Page 59: Operate/Standby

    “TIS Unavailable” to indicate the TIS-A sensor is operating, but outside of TIS-A service coverage. The GMX 200, when installed with a control wire to the GTX 330, controls the TIS-A sensor operating “TIS Standby” to indicate the TIS-A sensor is in mode.

  • Page 60: Flight Plan (Fpl) Function

    If the flight plan provided by the navigator to the Up, Track Up, or DTK Up). GMX 200 has an invalid cross track error, the ownship Press the FPL functon key to reach the Flght symbol will have a red “X” placed over it.
  • Page 61 Detailed Operation Flight Plan Flight Plan Information (UAO selected) Press the Up or Down functon smart keys to move up and down the flght plan lst n the Current Flght Plan wndow. The detals for the selected waypont are shown n the Waypont Info wndow on the rght sde of the screen.

  • Page 62: Terrain (Ter) Function

    The Terrain Function shows a map of the terrain in the area relative to your airplane’ s position and shown below. altitude. The GMX 200 has a standard internally based terrain function. The GMX 200 also supports an exter- Above your current altitude nal TAWS sensor.

  • Page 63: Terrain Option Page

    If the flight plan provided by the navigator to the Pressing the push button will toggle the rotary GMX 200 has an invalid cross track error, the ownship knob control between IN/OUT and Baro +/Baro –. symbol will have a red “X” placed over it.

  • Page 64: Ter Data Flag

    The GMX 200 will detect TAWS based terrain information. alerts and will force a pop-up of the Terrain Function NOTE: When the GMX 200 is configured for an when required. Terrain based Pop-Ups have higher external Terrain Awareness and Warning System priority over traffic based pop-up functionality.

  • Page 65: Uat Flight Information Service (Fis) Function

    The GMX 200 can display weather A cyan checkerboard pattern indicates that no data from multiple sources. is available for that area, and rainfall in that area is unknown.

  • Page 66: Text Display

    Detailed Operation UAT - FIS text display Press the Text key to select the Text (Text) sub-functon. FIS text messages are available on the text display Press the Ç or È functon smart keys, or use and include METARs and TAFs. Messages are com- the rotary knob, to move up or down the FIS posed of four parts: message type, location, time, and category lst to hghlght TAF or METAR.

  • Page 67: Gdl 69/69A Flight Information Service (Fis) Function

    Refer to the XM Satellite Radio web site for a description of the subscription options. The GMX 200 provides options via the menu item keys for all sup- Weather in Current Function Limited to 20 NM or more ported functions, even those that are not available for each subscription level.

  • Page 68: Nexrad Description

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS altitude. Press the TFR Lbl key to toggle the TFR cause alterations in radar scans • Interference from buildings or mountains, which Identifier Labels on and off. TFRs are drawn on the FIS may cause shadows page when provided by the FIS sensor and can not be •...

  • Page 69: Current

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS NEXRAD When enabled, NEXRAD weather information is shown. Composite data from all of the NEXRAD radar sites in the United States is shown. This data is com- posed of the maximum reflectivity from the individual radar sweeps.

  • Page 70: Metars

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS Winds Aloft are not available and will be noted as description of the color code. The update rate is every “N/A” in their data fields, as opposed to when data is 12 minutes. not received from the GDL 69/69A, the data fields are shown as dashes “---”.

  • Page 71: Cloud Tops

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS GDL 69/69A FIS Current Menu Page 2 animation is turned on, Coverage, METARs, Lightning, Cell Move, Echo Tops, and Winds Aloft are not avail- The second menu option page of the Current FIS able. Selecting Nexrad Animation will disable CT On function lets you select options for the choices of: and CT Animate.

  • Page 72: Echo Tops

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS Echo Tops Winds Aloft The Winds Aloft selection provides the pilot with Echo Tops indicate the location, elevation, and the wind speed and direction. The winds at a given direction the highest radar echo. This is typically asso- altitude are selected in the Winds Aloft Alt menu item.

  • Page 73: Tfr Label

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS TFR Label GMX 200 has an invalid cross track error, the ownship symbol will have a red “X” placed over it. Press MENU/ENT key and then press the TFR Lbl key to toggle the TFR Identifier Labels on and off. The...

  • Page 74: Map Detail

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS County Warnings Legend AIRMET/SIGMET Legend NEXRAD Legend Freezing Levels Legend City Forecast Legend Cloud Tops Legend Echo Tops Legend Winds Aloft Legend METAR Legend Map Detail Press MENU/ENT key and then press the Map Detail key to choose between the display of No Overlays, the Base Map, or Map and Nav Aids.

  • Page 75: Product Times

    Cty Forecasts as they pass certain age thresholds. A product time Surface Analyss aging table is shown below. For a GMX 200 that does not have time available from a GPS receiver, age is Cloud Tops 10....

  • Page 76: Surface Analysis

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS Surface Analysis When enabled, the Surface Analysis forecast shows frontal lines indicating weather fronts and the direc- tion they are moving. High and Low pressure centers are noted with a large H or L. Forecasts are available for intervals of current, 12, 24, 36, and 48 hours.

  • Page 77: City

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS XM FIS AIRMET and SIGMET Legend Refer to the Legend for a description of the color coding. Press the Å or Æ arrow keys to dsplay the legends for the selected servces. Press Done to turn the Legends off. XM FIS Forecast Surface Analysis AIRMET City...

  • Page 78: Gdl 69/69A Fis Forecast Menu

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS GDL 69/69A FIS Forecast Menu Page 2 The second menu option page of the Forecast (Fcst) FIS function lets you select options for the choices of: Freezing Levels, County Warnings, Cyclones, TFR Labels, and Label. XM FIS County Warnings Legend Press the Å...

  • Page 79: Flight Plan

    If the flight plan provided by the navigator to the Hot spots and other outlined areas are derived from GMX 200 has an invalid cross track error, the ownship database information and may therefore contain errors symbol will have a red “X” placed over it.

  • Page 80: Text

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS text Selecting Categories and Messages Press the Ç or È functon smart keys to move The Text sub-function displays text messages of the up or down the FIS category lst. The selected available weather information. Use the function smart category s hghlghted.

  • Page 81: Sorting Metar, Taf, And Tfr Text Messages

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS Sorting METAR, TAF, and TFR Text Messages Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) Displayed text products can be sorted by distance The full page view of the TFR is available when from your present position (Nearest Pos), distance TFR Text is selected.

  • Page 82: Status

    Available means the product is a part of your chosen subscription level and the GMX 200 has data that can be displayed. A time stamp will indicate the last received product 190-00607-02 Rev C...

  • Page 83: Activation

    Detailed Operation GDL 69/69A - FIS XM FIS Diagnostics XM FIS Data Activation Whle n the Status page, press MENU/ENT. Press the FN key and then the FIS functon key when dsplayed. Press the Products key to toggle to the Dag- nostcs dsplay.

  • Page 84: Xm Satellite Radio Activation

    The ID(s) is attached to this instruction sheet and printed on a label on the back of the unit. The IDs can also be retrieved through the GMX 200 in the Activation page of the Status sub-function. Contact your dealer or customer service if you are unable to locate the radio hardware IDs.

  • Page 85: Lightning Strikes (Lt) Function

    If the flight plan provided by the navigator to the Lightning Menu Page 1 GMX 200 has an invalid cross track error, the ownship The first option page of the Lightning function lets symbol will have a red “X” placed over it.

  • Page 86: Strike

    Detailed Operation Lightning Strike Lightning Menu Page 2 Individual strikes are noted. The second option page of the Lightning func- tion lets you select options for the choices of Demo, Cell Self-Test for the Stormscope, Noise Monitor, and Strike Only lightning strikes associated with a group, or Test.

  • Page 87: Noise Monitor

    Detailed Operation Lightning noise Monitor The Noise Monitor feature is a function of the WX500. For details about using this feature refer to the WX500 owner’ s documents. The Noise Monitor displays reports of electrical noise, whether they are from lightning or other noise sources within the range of the system.

  • Page 88: Flitechart (Chart) Function (Optional)

    Depending on the charts available in the database, the provided by Garmin. The GMX 200 FliteChart data following chart types may be viewed: Approach charts, card can hold approximately 10,000 charts at a given airport surface charts, SIDS, STARS, Airspace Charts time.
  • Page 89 Detailed Operation FliteChart - Chart FliteChart Example: Press the Select Airport Menu Item key and Press FN and then CHART. hghlght the desred arport wth the arrow Press MENU/ENT. “smart” keys, or the rotary knob, and then press the Select key or the knob pushbut- ton.

  • Page 90: Menu Items

    Detailed Operation FliteChart - Chart Vew the chart. Adjust the zoom level usng the In or Out keys, or the rotary knob. Press the Pan key and use the movement Menu Item keys on the rght sde of the dsplay. Menu Items Press FN and then CHART.

  • Page 91: Select Airport

    Detailed Operation FliteChart - Chart Select Airport Select Chart The Select Airport operation allows the airport of The Select Chart operation allows the list of charts interest to be selected from a pop-up list. Up to 25 for the currently selected airport to be listed in a pop- airports may be listed.

  • Page 92: Chartview (Chart) Function (Optional)

    Orienta- tion (track up, north up, etc.), zoom scale, and The GMX 200 ChartView feature does not cur- aircraft position will all be properly presented rently represent a sole replacement for the paper chart relative to the chart data, using the standard map within the cockpit.

  • Page 93: Chart Data Source

    Jeppesen JeppView™ product with caution, whether they are marked with hot spots are available for loading onto the GMX 200 platform. or not. Hot spots are derived from database informa- These consist of approaches, SIDS, STARS, airspace tion and may therefore contain errors or may not be charts, and airport surface diagrams.

  • Page 94: Loading The Approach Chart

    Overlay Chart Loading Example geo-referenced approach charts associated with the Press FN and then MAP or IFR. airports in the area. The GMX 200 performs a complex Press MENU/ENT and then the Load Chart filtering process that eliminates airports and associated key.

  • Page 95: Viewing The Chart As An Overlay

    Detailed Operation ChartView - Chart level. In auto zoom mode (entered by zooming all the way down or all of the way up), the zoom scale will be calculated to maintain the active waypoint of your GPS receiver on the screen at all times. When an approach chart is loaded and being Selecting an Airport in the IFR Function displayed, the auto zoom mode will limit the low-end...

  • Page 96: Chartview Function

    Detailed Operation ChartView - Chart The ChartView Function will retain the last view set and will not change the chart, zoom level, or pan setting when the function is exited and re-entered, allowing it to operate similar to a physical chart manual.

  • Page 97: Menu Items

    Detailed Operation ChartView - Chart Menu Items Press FN and then CHART. Press MENU/ENT and then the Menu Item key for the desred functon. Selecting the airport for a Chart in the ChartView Function Vew the chart. Adjust the zoom level usng the In or Out keys.

  • Page 98: Select Airport

    Detailed Operation ChartView - Chart Select Airport View Loaded The Select Airport operation allows the airport of The Select Loaded operation allows the currently interest to be selected from a pop-up list. The airports loaded chart to be selected for viewing. This is typically presented in the list are determined based on the des- done if a given chart was LOADED from the Custom/ tination waypoint as the first entry, and a nearest type...

  • Page 99: Airport Surface Charts

    Detailed Operation ChartView - Chart Airport Surface charts Viewing Surface Charts Airport surface charts provide a graphical presen- The airport surface charts are treated similarly tation of the airport surface area (runways, taxiways, to approach type charts in that they can be viewed buildings, towers, and other objects), within the through both the ChartView Function and on the immediate airport vicinity.

  • Page 100: Operational Considerations

    Detailed Operation ChartView - Chart the approach chart is unloaded and the airport surface flown, and the aircraft ground speed drops below the chart is displayed. While on the ground, airport surface air/ground transition speed (set in the SYS Function), charts will take priority over any loaded approach it is assumed that a landing has been performed.

  • Page 101: Typical Operational Scenario

    Detailed Operation ChartView - Chart These areas are called “hot spots” and are identified Setting the last waypoint in the flight plan to the by circular or elliptical lines. Although these areas are destination airport on the GPS navigation system and highlighted as places where extra caution is war- pressing LOAD CHART from the Custom/IFR Map ranted and advised, they do not relieve the pilot of...

  • Page 102: Radar (Radar) Function

    The modes and features supported by ing Menu Item keys. The Rotary Knob provides easy the GMX 200 for each of the radar heads are detailed adjustment of Range, Tilt, Gain, and Bearing. Pressing in the following table. Review the Limitations section the Rotary Knob toggles between the functions.

  • Page 103: Test Mode

    Pressing the TEST key while in the Standby mode • • Black Black places the radar in the Test mode. The radar then • • Cyan Cyan sends a test pattern that is displayed on the GMX 200. • • Green Yellow Weather Mode • • Yellow Magenta In the weather (WX) mode, the antenna is trans- •...

  • Page 104: Horizontal Mode

    Detailed Operation Radar Horizontal Mode Range Control The Horizontal Mode (HORIZ) commands the The range can be adjusted using the Rng “ and radar head to scan in the horizontal plane at a pilot Rng ” keys. Values for the radar are shown in the table selectable tilt angle.

  • Page 105: Gain Control

    Detailed Operation Radar unit GWX 68 Art2000 rS 181A/rS 811A GWX 68 Art2000/2100 rS 181A/ rS 811A Bearing (°) L - R L - R Gain -2 - +. -1. - 0 -1. - 0 Gain Control (dB) (Weather and (Map mode only) (Map mode Available in MAP mode with the GWX 68,...

  • Page 106: Sector Scan (Gwx 68 Only)

    Detailed Operation Radar Radar Alert (GWX 68 only) The Radar Alert feature is only available in the GWX 68. A Radar Alert is issued when a Target Alert is active for two consecutive sweeps within 10° of the current heading. When the Radar Alert is active, a flag appears and is displayed for 60 seconds after the end of the last Target Alert.
  • Page 107 Detailed Operation Radar Radar Page with Target Alert Active Target Alerting is enabled by pressing the MENU/ ENT key when the Radar is in TEST or ON modes. Press the MENU/ENT key and then the TRGT ALERT key to enable and disable Target Alerting. Radar Setup Page with Target Alert 190-00607-02 Rev C...
  • Page 108 Detailed Operation Radar Fault Message description Action Electrcal fault wth the radar hardware Power off the radar. The radar needs servce. or the arcraft power bus. 00 Hz A prevously avalable analog 00 Hz An external sensor has faled and needs servce. reference sgnal s no longer detected.

  • Page 109: Garmin Gwx 68 Radar Description

    The returned signal is then The Garmin GWX 68 Airborne Color Weather processed and displayed on the GMX 200 MFD. Radar is a four color digital pulsed radar with 6.5 Radar detection is a two-way process that requires kilowatts of power.

  • Page 110: Radar Signal Attenuation

    Detailed Operation Radar Radar Beam in Relation to the Curvature of the Earth It is important to understand the concept of the that the amount of radar energy at a distance from the antenna beam illumination. The radar beam is much antenna is inversely proportional to the square of the like the beam of a spotlight.

  • Page 111: Radar Signal Reflectivity

    Detailed Operation Radar Ground Returns unless another cell or a ground target can be seen beyond the heavy cell. The intensity of ground target returns depends upon the angle at which the radar beam strikes the radar Signal reflectivity ground target (Angle of Incidence) and the reflective Precipitation properties of that target.

  • Page 112: Angle Of Incidence

    Detailed Operation Radar Angle of Incidence operating dIStAncE The angle at which the radar beam strikes the The following information establishes a minimum target is called the Angle of Incidence. Incident angle safe distance from the antenna for personnel near an (“A”) is illustrated below.

  • Page 113: Antenna Tilt Setup At Cruise Altitude

    Detailed Operation Radar the antenna tilt 4 degrees can help separate ground returns from weather returns in relatively flat terrain. MPEL Boundary This will place the bottom of the radar beam level with the ground. Return the antenna tilt to the previous Center Line of 10.83 ft for 12”...

  • Page 114: Weather Mapping And Interpretation

    Detailed Operation Radar Weather Mapping and Interpretation Along squall lines, individual cells are in different stages of development. Areas between closely spaced, Weather display Interpretation intense targets may contain developing clouds not When evaluating various target returns on the having enough moisture to produce a return. How- weather radar display, the colors denote approximate ever, these areas could have strong updrafts or down- rainfall intensity and rates as shown in the table below.
  • Page 115 Detailed Operation Radar Squall Line Steep Gradient Hook or Finger Scalloped Edge Cell Irregularities The “Blind Alley” 190-00607-02 Rev C...

  • Page 116: Tornadoes

    Detailed Operation Radar Tornadoes make poor radar targets. In the upper regions of the cell, where ice particles are “dry” (no liquid coating), There is no conclusive radar target return charac- target returns are less intense. teristics which will identify a tornado, however, torna- does may be present if the following characteristics are Hail shafts are associated with the same radar target observed:...

  • Page 117: Xm Satellite Radio (Xm) Function

    Audio entertainment is available through the XM Satellite Radio Service when activated in the optional installation of the GDL 69A. The GMX 200 serves as the display and control head for your remotely mounted GDL 69A. XM Satellite Radio allows you...

  • Page 118: Menu

    Detailed Operation XM Satellite Radio Menu Page 1 Radio ID The first menu item page of the XM Radio function Each XM radio contains a unique ID that allows lets you select the options for viewing the Radio ID, XM to communicate over the air with the radio. The saving a channel preset, going to the last channel, or owner must activate XM service by providing the selecting preset channels 1 and 2.

  • Page 119: Save Preset

    Detailed Operation XM Satellite Radio Save Preset Last Channel The Save Preset menu item allows you to store the The Last Channel menu item allows you to return displayed channel into a selected preset position for to the last tuned channel. easy later recall.

  • Page 120: Volume

    Detailed Operation XM Satellite Radio Volume channels The Volume control allows you to set the audio The Channel feature is used to navigate through volume level, as well as mute the audio. the channels in the selected category. XM Audio Radio Channel Selection Controls XM Audio Radio Volume Controls In the XM rado functon, press the double Ù...

  • Page 121: Categories

    Detailed Operation XM Satellite Radio categories direct Access Categories of channels, such as Jazz, Rock, or Channels can be accessed directly by entering the News, can be selected to list the available channels for channel number using the smart keys. a type of music or other contents.

  • Page 122: Activating Xm Satellite Radio Services

    The ID(s) is attached to this instruction sheet and printed on a label on the back of the unit. The IDs can also be retrieved through the GMX 200 in the Radio ID page of the XM Satellite Radio function.

  • Page 123: Xm Advisory Messages

    Detailed Operation XM Satellite Radio XM Advisory Messages Message condition description Check Antenna Antenna not connected The XM antenna(s) or antenna cable are dsconnected from the rado. Updatng Updatng encrypton code The encrypton code has been changed over the ar by XM and the rado has not receved the newest code nformaton yet from the XM sgnal.

  • Page 124: System (Sys) Function

    Baro-Correction (QNH) can now be entered in Mil- preferences, obtain version information, and perform libars in addition to in. Hg. tests on the operation of your GMX 200. Set Baro Correction Press the FN key and then press the SYS key to (Pressure Altitude Source only) reach the System functions.

  • Page 125: Initial En Route Zoom Scale, Initial Ground Zoom Scale, And Transition Speed

    MapMX communication protocol has from Air-to-Ground, the zoom scale is automatically been selected. When enabled and the GMX 200 is in set to a user selected “Ground” zoom scale. The transi- Auto Zoom mode, the GMX 200 will automatically set tion point is based on a user selected Transition Speed the zoom scale to that used on the GPS navigator.

  • Page 126: Autoload Electronic Charts

    (e.g., GNS 480 series). This feature must be Information, Port Status, Data Link Status, Additional disabled when the GMX 200 is connected to a GPS Features, and Hardware status for your GMX 200 navigator that does not support the MapMX communi- system.

  • Page 127: Feature Information

    The Feature Info page shows the installed Addi- tional Features and if they are unlocked for use. Data Link Status When the GMX 200 is connected to a GDL 90 UAT, the status of the link is displayed. Data-link information is monitored as follows:...

  • Page 128: Test Pattern 1

    The Test Pattern option displays a number of Test Pattern 2 shows the gamut of colors available patterns and colors to test the GMX 200 display. Use on the GMX 200 display. this option to verify proper operation of the display or when contacting Customer Service.

  • Page 129: Troubleshooting

    If you cannot correct the problem, contact your dealer. If your dealer is unavail- able, contact the Garmin factory at the address and phone number listed in the preceding section. Be sure to have the information from the System Info page and the data card available before you contact your dealer or the factory.
  • Page 130 You must have the ADS-B system nstalled and configured. If you do have an ADS-B system, check the antennas and other components for proper operaton. Have dealer/nstaller check for proper GMX 200 setup. “Specal Terran” message GMX 200 configuraton Must be set to normal.

  • Page 131: Gdl 69/69A Fis Legends

    Appendix GDL 69/69A FIS Screens GDL 69/69A FIS Legends The following legends describe the graphical information on the GDL 69/69A FIS displays. AIRMET/SIGMET Legend NEXRAD Legend Cloud Tops Legend City Forecast Legend METAR Legend Echo Tops Legend County Warnings Legend Freezing Levels Legend Winds Aloft Legend 190-00607-02 Rev C...

  • Page 132: Sample Gdl 69/69A Fis Displays

    Appendix GDL 69/69A FIS Screens Sample GDL 69/69A FIS Displays The following displays provide examples of information shown in the GDL 69/69A FIS function. XM FIS METARs XM FIS with NEXRAD Weather and Legend XM FIS Echo Tops XM FIS Radar Coverage XM FIS City Forecast XM FIS Winds Aloft 190-00607-02 Rev C...

  • Page 133: Specifications

    Display: 6.5 in. diagonal (16.5 cm) 65,535-color display with backlighting (640 x 480 pixels) Power 14 VDC GMX 200: 2.24 A Max GMX 200 I/O: 2.45 A Max 28 VDC GMX 200: 1.16 A Max GMX 200 I/O: 1.32 A Max Environmental Temp.

  • Page 134: Care Information

    Appendix Care Information Care Information cleaning the unit Your GMX 200 has a durable display with spe- cialized coatings. Reasonable care must be taken to maintain its performance and life. To remove stains, smudges, fingerprints, and so forth, we recommend these cleaning methods.

  • Page 135: Glossary

    Appendix Glossary Glossary FliteChart — The feature provides the capability to view Garmin electronic charts. Depending on the charts available in the database, the following chart Accuracy— Estimated position accuracy in feet or types may be viewed: Approach charts, airport surface meters.

  • Page 136: Abbreviations

    Abbreviations ENR — En Route ETP — Echo Tops The following is a list of abbreviations and EULA — End User License Agreement acronyms used on the GMX 200 and their meanings: ABV — Above °F — Degrees Fahrenheit ADS-B — Automatic Dependent FID — Flight Identification Surveillance - Broadcast FIS —...
  • Page 137 Appendix Abbreviations kg — Kilograms NEXRAD — Next Generation RADAR kHz — Kilohertz NM — Nautical Miles km — NOTAM — Notice to Airmen Kilometers kph — Kilometers Per Hour NRM — Normal kt — Knots OBS — Omnibearing Selector LAT/LON — Latitude/Longitude OS — Off Scale lb — Pounds OVRL — Overlay LINK — Data Link LT —...
  • Page 138 Appendix Abbreviations TAWS — Terrain Awareness and Warning System TCAD — Traffic/Collision Avoidance Device TCAS — Traffic Alert/Collision Avoidance System TER — Terrain TFR — Temporary Flight Rules TIS-A — Traffic Information Services - Addressed TIS-B — Traffic Information Service - Broadcast TRAF — Traffic TRANS — Transmit TRK —...

  • Page 139: License And Registration Information

    FAX: (913) 397-8282 online registration today! Have the serial number of http://www.garmin.com your GMX 200 handy and connect to the Garmin Web site (www.garmin.com). Look for the Product Registra- Be prepared to offer the following information tion link on the home page. Also, be sure to record about the installation: your serial number in the space provided to the left.

  • Page 140: Limited Warranty

    Or, call Garmin Customer Service at one of the numbers listed to the left for shipping This Garmin product is warranted to be free from instructions and an RMA tracking number. The unit defects in materials or workmanship for 24 months from the date of purchase.

  • Page 141: Index

    Index Index Backlght 121 Symbols Back course 22, 12 Barometer 1, 2, 2, 1 00 Hz 96 Barometrc Correcton 1 Barometrc correcton 9, 1, 112 Barometrc Pressure 9, 12 Baro keys 1 Abbrevatons 12 Basc operaton , 76,  Absolute 2 Bearng 12, 1, 21, 2, 2, , , 90, 92, 9, 9, 12 Accessores v Bearng cursor 90, 9...
  • Page 142 Index Contactng the factory , 117, 122, 127 XM Rado  Contact customer servce , , 72, 110, 122, 127 Flght ID , 12 Contact XM rado 110 Flght plan 7, 1, 2, 2, , , 1, 61, 67, 7 Controls  FlteChart 9 County 66...
  • Page 143 Index Icng 6 Mode S 9 Ident 7, , , 11, 12 Mountans 6 IFR 27, 6, 0, 1, 2, , 6, 7, , 9 Mute 6, 10 IHAS 1,  ILS 7, 21, 22, 12 Info 17, , 11 Nav 7, 22 Intal Zoom level 16, 11 Nav/Com 21...
  • Page 144 Index SIDS 1, 12 SIGMET 62, 6, 6, 119, 12 Radar 7, 9, , 9, 6, , 6, 60, 6, 90, 11 SL0 7, 21 Radar Alert 9, 11 Slave Zoom 16, 11 Radar Coverage , 6 Software Lcense Agreement , 127 Radar range control 92 Software Verson 2, 70, 71, 127 Radar setup page 9...
  • Page 145 Index TCAS 11, , , 126 Techncal Support 127 Vertcal Flterng , 6 Temp 96 Vertcal Mode , 92, 9 TER 1, 7, 9, 10, 0, 2, 11, 126 Vertcal profile 2,  Terran v, 1, 2, 6, 9, 11, 1, 2, 0, 1, 11, 126 Vertcal Range 6,  Test 2, , , 7, 7, 91, 112, 11, 117 VFR 1, 2, 9, 17, 21, 1, 6, 126...
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  • Page 148 © 2006-2007 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries Garmin International, Inc. 1200 East 151 Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062, U.S.A. Garmin (Europe) Ltd. Liberty House, Hounsdown Business Park, Southhampton, SO40 9RB, U.K. Garmin Corporation No. 68, Jangshu 2 Road, Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan www.garmin.com...

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