Cirrus DESIGN SR20 Information Manual page 314

Section 9
Supplements
Code Selector Keys
Code selection is accomplished by depressing the eight selector keys
(numbered 0 - 7) located immediately below the display. Any of 4096
active identification codes can be selected. The selected code must be
in accordance with instructions for IFR flight or rules applicable to
transponder utilization for VFR flight.
The airplane's transponder code is used to enhance tracking capability
by ATC. Therefore, do not switch the transponder to STBY when
making routine code changes.
Input a New Code
1. Use CLR key to remove the current code.
2. Use "0 - 7" keys to input the new code. The new code will not be
activated until the last (fourth) digit is entered. Pressing the CLR
key will move the cursor back to the previous digit. Pressing the
CRSR key during code entry will remove the cursor and cancel the
entry.
When making routine code changes, avoid inadvertent
selection of code 7500 and all codes within the 7600 series
(7600 – 7677) and 7700 series (7700 – 7777). These codes
trigger special indicators in automated facilities. 7500 will be
decoded as the hijack code.
Important Codes
• 1200 – VFR code for any altitude in U.S.
• 7000 – VFR code commonly used in Europe
• 7500 – Hijacking
• 7600 – Loss of communications
• 7700 – Emergency
• 7777 – Military interceptor operations (Never squawk this code)
• 0000 – Military use only (not enterable)
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Cirrus Design
SR20
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Original: 12-26-00