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5-25190-01102-02 Rev. DGarmin G500 Pilot’s Guide ForewordSec 1 System Sec 2 PFD Sec 3 MFD Sec 4 Hazard Avoidance Sec 5 Additional Features Sec 6 Annun. & Alerts Sec 7 Symbols Sec 8 Glossary Appendix A Appendix B Index 5.5.3 XM® Entertainment Radio Audio entertainment is available through the XM Satellite Radio Service when activated in the optional installation of the GDL 69A. The GDU 620 serves as the display and control head for your remotely mounted GDL 69A. XM Satellite Radio allows you to enjoy a variety of radio programming over long distances without having to constantly search for new stations. Based on signal from satellites, coverage far exceeds land-based transmissions. When enabled, the XM Satellite Radio audio entertainment is accessible in Aux page group. The information on the XM Satellite Radio display is composed of four areas: the Active Channel, Available Channels, Category of the highlighted channel, and the Volume setting. The Active Channel window shows the Channel Name and Number, Artist, Song Title, and Category. 1) Turn the large MFD knob to Aux Mode. 2) Turn the small MFD knob to the XM Radio page. Selected Channel Channel Scroll Bar Active Channel Window Available Channel Window Category Window Page Name Volume Bar Graph Soft Keys Figure 5-19 XM Radio
5-26Garmin G500 Pilot’s Guide190-01102-02 Rev. D
Foreword
Sec 1
System
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Additional Features
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
Sec 7
Symbols
Sec 8
Glossary
Appendix A
Appendix B
Index
5.5.3.1 Channel Categories
The Category window displays the currently selected category of audio.
Categories of channels, such as Jazz, Rock, or News, can be selected to list the
available channels for a type of music or other contents.
1) While viewing the XM Radio page of the AUX page group, press the CATGRY
soft key to activate Category selection.
2) Turn the small MFD knob to select the desired category. When the MFD knob
is turned to select a category, the soft keys will not be shown.
Figure 5-20 XM Category List Figure 5-21 XM Category Soft Keys
3) Press ENT to display the list of channels for the highlighted category in the
Channels window.
4) Press the small MFD knob to cancel selection or to end editing.
OR
1) Press CATGRY and then the CAT + or CAT – soft keys to increment up or
down one category at a time.
2) Press ALL to show the channels for all categories. Use the large and small MFD
knobs to select desired channel.
3) Press ENT
to save the selection or press the small MFD knob to cancel
selection.
5-27190-01102-02 Rev. DGarmin G500 Pilot’s Guide ForewordSec 1 System Sec 2 PFD Sec 3 MFD Sec 4 Hazard Avoidance Sec 5 Additional Features Sec 6 Annun. & Alerts Sec 7 Symbols Sec 8 Glossary Appendix A Appendix B Index 5.5.3.2 Selecting an XM® Radio Channel The Channel feature is used to navigate through the channels in the selected category. New Selected Channel Active Channel Name Active Channel Number Artist Name Song Title Category Figure 5-22 XM Channel Selection 1) While viewing the XM Radio page of the AUX page group, press the small MFD knob and then turn the small MFD knob to select the desired channel. 2) Press ENT to make the highlighted channel the Active Channel. NOTE: A delay of several seconds may occur when selecting a channel. The listed title may end before the radio begins playing the current Active Channel material. 3) Press the small MFD knob to cancel selection or to end editing. OR 4) Press CHNL and then the CH + or CH – soft keys to increment up or down one channel at a time in the active category. OR 5) Press CHNL and then the DIR CH soft key to directly select a channel in the active category. Use the large and small MFD knobs to select desired channel.
5-28Garmin G500 Pilot’s Guide190-01102-02 Rev. D Foreword Sec 1 System Sec 2 PFD Sec 3 MFD Sec 4 Hazard Avoidance Sec 5 Additional Features Sec 6 Annun. & Alerts Sec 7 Symbols Sec 8 Glossary Appendix A Appendix B Index 6) Press ENT to save the selection or press the small MFD knob to cancel selection. 5.5.3.3 XM® Radio Volume The Volume control allows you to set the audio volume level, as well as mute the audio. Volume Bar Graph Volume Soft Key Label Figure 5-23 XM Radio Volume Setting 1. While viewing the XM Radio page of the AUX page group, press the VOL soft key. 2. Press the VOL + or VOL – soft keys, or turn the small MFD knob, to adjust the radio volume. Volume Bar Graph Volume Soft Key Labels Figure 5-24 XM Radio Volume Controls 3) Press MUTE to mute the radio volume. 4) Press MUTE again or the VOL + or VOL – soft keys to unmute the radio volume.
5-29190-01102-02 Rev. DGarmin G500 Pilot’s Guide ForewordSec 1 System Sec 2 PFD Sec 3 MFD Sec 4 Hazard Avoidance Sec 5 Additional Features Sec 6 Annun. & Alerts Sec 7 Symbols Sec 8 Glossary Appendix A Appendix B Index 5.5.3.4 XM® Radio Channel Presets The PRESET soft key allows you to store the Active Channel into a selected preset position for easy later recall. A delay of several seconds can occur when setting or recalling a preset. Preset Soft Keys Feature Tip Active Channel and Song Title Active Channel Number and Name Figure 5-25 XM Radio Presets Setting a Preset 1) While viewing the XM Radio page of the AUX page group, you may set a preset for the Active Channel. Press the PRESETS soft key. 2) Press and hold a preset soft key, such as PS1. 3) Press the MORE soft key to display the next series of presets. Recalling a Preset 1) While viewing the XM Radio page of the AUX page group, press the PRESETS soft key. 2) Press the preset soft key for the desired stored channel, such as PS1. 3) Press the MORE soft key to display the next series of presets.
5-30Garmin G500 Pilot’s Guide190-01102-02 Rev. D Foreword Sec 1 System Sec 2 PFD Sec 3 MFD Sec 4 Hazard Avoidance Sec 5 Additional Features Sec 6 Annun. & Alerts Sec 7 Symbols Sec 8 Glossary Appendix A Appendix B Index 5.5.4 GDL 69/69A Data Link Receiver Troubleshooting Some quick troubleshooting steps listed below can be performed to find the possible cause of a failure. • Ensure the owner/operator of the aircraft in which the Data Link Receiver is installed has subscribed to XM • Ensure the XM subscription has been activated • Perform a quick check of the circuit breakers to ensure that power is applied to the Data Link Receiver For troubleshooting purposes, check the LRU Information Box on the AUX - System Status Page for Data Link Receiver (GDL 69/69A) status, serial number , and software version number. If a failure has been detected in the GDL 69/69A the status will be marked with a red “X.” 1) Turn the large MFD knob to select the AUX Page Group. 2) Turn the small MFD knob to select the System Status Page (the last page in the AUX Page Group). GDL 69 Status OK LRU Info Window Database Window LRU or DBASE Selection Scroll Bar for More Items Figure 5-26 LRU Status Window
5-31190-01102-02 Rev. DGarmin G500 Pilot’s Guide ForewordSec 1 System Sec 2 PFD Sec 3 MFD Sec 4 Hazard Avoidance Sec 5 Additional Features Sec 6 Annun. & Alerts Sec 7 Symbols Sec 8 Glossary Appendix A Appendix B Index 5.6 autopilot Operation The G500 is able to interface to certain autopilot systems to provide heading, course, and navigation information in much the same way as a typical HSI. Please refer to your particular autopilot manual for specific information and operation instructions. 5.6.1 Autopilot Test The optional GAD 43 Adapter provides attitude and heading information from the Garmin GRS 77 Attitude and Heading Reference System to the autopilot. The GAD 43 has the ability to disconnect the autopilot if an error in the GAD 43 output or GRS 77 is detected. This disconnect mechanism must be tested prior to each flight in the following manner: 1. Upon GDU 620 startup, the AP TEST soft key is available on the GDU 620 PFD. 2. Engage the AP while on the ground. 3. Press the AP TEST soft key and verify that the autopilot disconnects normally . CAUTION: Do not use the autopilot if the AP TEST does not disengage the autopilot normally. Autopilot Disconnect When the GDU 620 attitude monitors have detected an AHRS malfunction, or the inability to actively monitor the AHRS, a "Check Attitude" annunciation will be displayed on the PFD and the autopilot will automatically discon\ nect. NOTE: Only appears with the installation of an optional GAD 43 Adapter. Figure 5-27 Check Attitude - Autopilot Automatically Disconnected
5-32Garmin G500 Pilot’s Guide190-01102-02 Rev. D Foreword Sec 1 System Sec 2 PFD Sec 3 MFD Sec 4 Hazard Avoidance Sec 5 Additional Features Sec 6 Annun. & Alerts Sec 7 Symbols Sec 8 Glossary Appendix A Appendix B Index Fly the aircraft manually and crosscheck the GDU 620 attitude indication with the standby attitude indicator and other sources of attitude information (airspeed, heading, altitude, etc.). 5.6.2 Heading You are able to control your selected autopilot heading with the GDU 620 by using the heading bug. 1) Press the HDG key on the PFD and turn the PFD knob to set the desired heading. When the PFD knob is turned, the Selected Heading box will appear and remain for three seconds after the knob stops moving. 2) Engage your autopilot in Heading Hold mode. 3) Continue to control your selected autopilot heading by adjusting the heading bug. Selected Heading Box Figure 5-28 Adjusting the Heading Bug 5.6.3 Altitude Capture (Optional Interface) The altitude selector function is a separately purchased option which works with the autopilot. At the set altitude, the autopilot will go from a Vertical Speed Mode (a climb or descent) to an Altitude Capture mode where it will hold the selected altitude. 1) Select the desired altitude on the GDU 620 by pressing the A LT key and rotating the PFD knob so the Altitude bug is at the desired altitude. 2) Engage the autopilot in altitude capture mode and select the desired vertical speed (if able) on the autopilot controller. 3) The autopilot will command a climb or descent at the selected vertical speed (on the autopilot controller) and capture the selected altitude. NOTE: The selected Vertical Speed bug on the GDU 620 will not control the autopilot vertical speed. The autopilot vertical speed must be selected directly on the autopilot controller.
5-33190-01102-02 Rev. DGarmin G500 Pilot’s Guide ForewordSec 1 System Sec 2 PFD Sec 3 MFD Sec 4 Hazard Avoidance Sec 5 Additional Features Sec 6 Annun. & Alerts Sec 7 Symbols Sec 8 Glossary Appendix A Appendix B Index 5.6.4 Autopilot Navigation 1) Set your navigation source and HSI to the desired course. 2) Engage your autopilot in navigation mode. 3) Control your autopilot navigation through the navigation source and the \ HSI. 5.6.4.1 Autopilot Operation with GPSS Enabled Autopilots The GDU 620 processes GPSS information and sends it to the autopilot to allow the aircraft to anticipate turns and make smooth transitions when passing waypoints. 1) Set your navigation source and HSI to the desired GPS course. 2) Engage your autopilot in GPSS navigation mode. 3) Control your autopilot navigation through the navigation source and HSI.\ Wpt 1 Wpt 2 Wpt 3 Aircraft Present Position Flight Plan Leg 1 Flight Plan Leg 2 Turn Anticipation Curve Figure 5-29 GPSS Turn Anticipation
5-34Garmin G500 Pilot’s Guide190-01102-02 Rev. D Foreword Sec 1 System Sec 2 PFD Sec 3 MFD Sec 4 Hazard Avoidance Sec 5 Additional Features Sec 6 Annun. & Alerts Sec 7 Symbols Sec 8 Glossary Appendix A Appendix B Index 5.6.3.2 Autopilot Operation with the GDU 620 Emulating GPSS NOTE: The GDU 620 has the ability to emulate GPSS roll steering for autopilots that do not support GPSS. The GDU 620 emulates GPSS by sending headings to the autopilot that guide turn anticipation. Many autopilots do not have a GPSS mode. GPSS utilizes roll command signals calculated by the GPS navigator and sent to the autopilot in order to allow the aircraft to anticipate turns, make smooth transitions when passing waypoints, and fly leg types, such as Procedure Turns and Course Reversals. In order for GPSS to function correctly, the autopilot must have the capability of interpreting the roll commands. In order to provide GPSS functionality for autopilots that do not support roll commands, the GDU 620 has the capability to emulate GPSS commands by continually changing the selected heading data sent to the autopilot. GPSS emulation functionality in the GDU 620 is controlled by an optional external Autopilot Heading Datum switch. When GPSS emulation is active on the GDU 620, the HSI heading bug does not control the autopilot. Instead, the GDU 620 processes heading information and sends it to the autopilot to emulate what GPSS would normally do. The GPSS/Heading bug inactive annunciation in the lower left corner of the PFD reminds the pilot that the heading bug is not controlling the autopilot. 1) Select GPS navigation on the HSI. 2) Set the HSI to the desired course (if in OBS mode). 3) Set the optionally installed Autopilot Heading Datum switch to GPSS. Heading Bug Inactive Indication Figure 5-30 GPSS Emulation Indication 4) Engage your autopilot in Heading mode.