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Wclcomc to a ncw era of aviation navisâtion. Oncc again,
UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc. has scr ncw srandârds in
features and ease of use for the general aviation public.
The Apollo MX20 Multi-Function Display providcs a
focal point for intcgrating many of your nauigation nccds
rn an easy to use and convenicnt packagc.
Thc MX20 prcsenrs a wealrh of information on irs
six-inch diagonal, 640x480 pixcl, color display. Thc many
fcaturcs are org nized as distinct functions and ¿ìrc
designed to closely mimic thc traditional instrumcnrs uscd
in the srandard cockpir. Each finction allows varying
dcgrees of customization. Thc custom map function is
customizablc so you can create a display for almost any
confìgurarion you requirc. Thc other functions provid;
more limited levels of customization so that thcy rctain
the look and feel of the instrumcnrs rhcy rcflccr.
The MX20 is capablc of creating powcrful ovcrlay vicws
where information from a varicty of sourccs can bc
presented simultaneously in propcr rclationship ro cach
other, thus grcarly incrcasing situational awarcncss for thc
pilor.
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of the srare-oÊrhe-arr in aviation and navisation. Thc
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for both softwarc and hardware cnhanccmcnts. This
flexibility prorccrs your invcsrmenr and allows for thc casc
of adding new features. Our producrs arc buik to last ancl
to allow the flexibility ro meer your nccds as rhcy changc
in thc future.
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About This Manual
This manual may be used as a summary, a reference. and
a learning tool. Information is provided about all of the
functions available to the MX20. Your specific installation
may not include all of these functions.
Take a few moments to familiarize yourself u.irh rhe
various sections in this manual. The Getting Staned
section gives an introduction to thc controls. basic
operation, and organization of the functions in r.our
MX20. Be sure ro read the Getting Started secrion ro learn
the rules for using the MX20. The Detailed Operation
section is the referencc for each of the functions in rhe
MX20. Refcr to the Detailed Operation section u,hen r.ou
want to get into the details on every function and option
along with srep-by-step instructions.
Not every function is available in all software versions or
installations. Check your Approved Flight \,f anual
Supplemcnt to verify the features that are available .
Table of Contents
History of Revisions
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Ordcring Information
About This Manual
Welcome.
AboutThisManual.... iv
Getting Started
Functions.
Controls
PowerÆrighrness .
Function (FN) .
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MenuÆnter
Line Selcction .
Data Card
Display
Annunciations .
Advisory Flags. .
Traffic.
Terrain
Lightning
Data Flags
Mcssage Flag .
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Basic Operation
Power On
Pre-Heat Modc . .
Brightness
Start Up Screen
Confirm Current Baro Correction .
Function Selection.
Options Menu .
Summary
Detailed Operation
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Pan. .......18
Info.. ....... t8
FlightPlan.. ...20
MapOrientation. .....20
Invert. .......21
NavData ......21
Terrain .. -....22
Airports .......23
VORS. .... -..23
NDBs. .......23
Intersections ....24
Airspace ....-.24
LowAirways. .....2j
HighAirways . .....2j
Water ...2i
Roads. .......26
Boundary. .....26
Traffic .......27
Strikes .......27
IFRChartFunction . . . . . . . Zg
FlightPlan.. ...2g
MapOrientation. .....28
Invert. .......29
NavData ......29
Label. .......30
LowAirways.... ... . .30
HighAirways . . . . .30
VFRChartFunction .......31
FlightPlan.. ...3t
MapOrientation. .....31
Invert. .......32
NavData . . . . . .32
Label. .......32
TrafficFunction . . . .33
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FlightPlan.. .-.3j
TrafficMapOrientation . . . . . .35
TrafficAltitudeValues ...36
Display Mode .
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Text .....36
AltitudeOption(RelativeÆressure) . . . . . . 3Z
Time. .......37
BroadcastFlightlD... .......38
FlightlDEditing ......39
Flight Plan (FPL) Funcion . . . 40
Terrain(TER)Funcrion. . . - .41
FlightPlan.. ...43
TRKUpATcÆRKUp 360
SetBarometer . . . . . .44
TERDataFlag.. ......44
LightningStrikes(LT)Function. . . . . . . . 45
FlightPlan. . . . .46
360/t20 .......46
Lightning.
Strike. .....46
Cell.. .....46
SystemDara. . . .46
Demo ...46
SelÊTest .-....47
NoiseMonitor. . .....47
StrikeTest . . . . .47
SystemFunction .. . .48
SystemNavPage . . . . . .48
OwnshipSymbol .. . .48
Lat/LonFormat. ....48
SetBaroCorrection. . . . . . . .49
DisplayLat/Lonlines. . . . . .49
Systemlnfo.. ...50
SystemTestPage . . . . . .50
TestPanernl.... .......51

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Caring For Your MX20
Display Care and Cleaning
Troublcshooting .
Gctting Stancd
The MX20 conrains nine major separare functions for the
tri-statc (three choices). The funcrions are:
. MSG - Message Log (See page 16 for details)
. MAP - Custom Map (See page 17 for details)
. IFR - IFR Chart (See page 28 for dctails)
. VFR - VFR Chart (See page 3l for details)
r Jft,{þ - Tlaflc (ADS-B instaÌlations only)
(See page 33 for details)
o FPL - Flight Plan (See page 40 for dctails)
o TER - Terrain (See page 4l for details)
. LT - Lightning Strikes (See page 45 for details)
. SYS - System Information (See page 4g for details)
The Message Log displays information from the MX20 or
reported to the MX20 by its exrernal sensors. A flashing
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Information in this secrion describes the controls, data
card, display, and basic operation. Aftcr reading this
section, go to the Detailed Operation section for expanded
explanations for each feature.
Functions
display of information. The function names are shown as
"smarr" keys at the bottom of the display. The .,smarr" key
is the combinarion of a label above a triangle key at the
bottom of the display. The labels abovc the triangle keys
change to reflect the choices available ro you at the time
for each function. Press the FN key to show the available
functions. Press the "smarr" key below the function label
to go to the displayed function. While in each funcion,
press the MENU/ENTER key to show the options for each
function. The options are shown on rhe rþht side of the
display. Press the LINE SELECT key to manipulate the
options. Some options toggle on/off, while some are
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MSG annunciator notifies you of a new message rhar
should be viewed. The Custom Map function allou's you
to completely customize the displayed map by ovedaying
selected information. The Custom Map can become
"cluttered" if you choose every option, so use discretion.
The IFR Chart function provides an IFR enroure sryle
map on the display. The VFR Chart function provides a
VFR sectional style map for the display. The Traffic
function (when installed) shows nearby traffic and details
about each target. The Flight Plan function provides
details about your flight plan and each waypoint. The
Terrain function shows a color coded map of rerrain
elevation in relation to your altitude. The Lightning
function, when connected to the BF Goodrich WX500
Stormscope, controls the overlay of lightning strike
information on the map displays. The System Information
function lets you set general preferences, show software
version information, and test the display.
Controls
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Power/Brightness
The power switch is located in the upper right corner of
the MX20. Turn the power rotary knob clockwise pasr rhe
detent to turn the power on. Turn the power knob fully
counterclockwise to turn the power off. With the power
knob pushed in, the brightness is set automatically
according to ambient light by a photosensor.
knob out and turn the knob to adjust the
brightness manually.
Function (FN)
The Function keys are made up of one dedicated key on
the lower left side of the display and the four "smart" keys
to the right of it. Press the function (FN) key repeatedly to
scroll through the available functions. The functions will
appear above the "smart" function keys in turquoise.
Function Key
9mart Function Keyø 5marl Key Labelø
Use the FN key to display a list of the main functions, such
as Map, IFR, Terrain, etc. Each time you press the FN key
you will step through the list of functions. After you press
one of the function "smart" keys at the bottom of the
display, the function keys change to provide options to
control the display related to the current function.
Funclion Kay.
?maft Function Option Keye Smart Key Labele
Change the function keys back ro rhe function
pressing the FN key.
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Menu/Enter
The MENU/ENTER key is located on rhe bottom iight
corner of the MX20. Prcss the MENU/ENTER keç ro shor'.
a mcnu of options to modify the displat oi rhe curren¡
function. Press the MENU/ENTER kev to hide rhe menu. Ii
no action is taken, the menu will automaticallt extin-euish
in a few scconds.
Line Selection
The Linc Selection kcys are on the right side of rhe \f\l'-,.
Press the MENU/ENTER key to see the options t-or rhe
currcnt function. Prcss thc LINE SELECT kev nexr ro each
option to scroll through the choices for each oprion. Some
options support tri-state choices, such as in trlap mode.
Whcn you sclcct a tri-state option, thc option label s'ill
change with each key press berween completel,v filled.
partially filled, and empty.
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Data Card
The Map database and other information is stored on a
data card. The use of a data card allows you to easily
update information. Only change thc data card when the
power is turncd off. Handle your data card carefully. Do
not touch the connector edge of thc data card. To eject the
card, use a soft blunt objcct to press the data card ejector.
Gently pull the card straight out of thc slot. Insert a data
card by pushing the card straight into the slot. When fully
inserted, the data card and ejec burron will be flush and
slightly rccessed into the bezcl.
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Annunciations
Advisory flags, data flags, anci mcssagcs appcar on thc
display to givc information about thc status of thc MX20
or to providc opcrating information.
Advisory Flags
Annunciations will appear on thc uppcr lcfi sidc of thc
display to providc advisorics for Traffìc, Tcrrain, and
Lightning. Advisory information is monitorcd and
displayed regardlcss of the sclcctcd function. Aclvisory
fìags will flash for approximatcly l0 seconds whcn thcy
fìrst appcar and thcn turn solid whilc thcy arc still valid.
Thc MX20 display provides tcxt and graphic intòrma¡ion
to givc a "picturc" of your f'light and surroundings. The
display brightncss may be set manuallv or allorved io
automatically adjust to ambient light conditions. -\t ¡h:
bottom of thc display, labels above the function kevs
changc to show thc different choiccs for each tunction ¡o
allow acccss to commonly uscd actions. A n'pical Custom
Map function display is shown bclo'n'. Sec pa-ee >l ¡or
dctails on display carc.
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Traffic
Thc Traffic advisory flag will appcar on thc lcfi sidc o[thc
display when traffic is reportcd to bc within -f 2000 fèct of
your altitudc and 5 nm of your location. Thc Traffic
advisory and Traffic functions arc only availablc whcn thc
ADS-B system is installed.
Terrain
Thc 'lcrrain advisory flag will appcar on thc lcft sidc of
thc display whcn thc tcrrain surfäcc altitudc is within
approximately 500 fcet of your altitudc ancl within
approximatcly two minutcs of f'light in any dircction.
Lightning
Thc Lightning advisory flag will show on thc lcft sidc of
thc display whcn thc WX500 scnds an indication that
Iightning has bccn dctcctcd ncar your location. Scc thc
WX500 manual f'or dctails about ran!îc and othcr
capabilitics.
Smart Function Key Labels Mount¡ng Screw Currently Selected Function
Thc MX20 will go into a pre-hcat mode for a short period
of'timc on start-up. During the pre-heat mode, thc displav
will rcmain dark. Thc prc-heat mode is designed to
cxtcnd thc lifc of thc LCD backlight.

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Terrain coverage is not available for some part
of the terrain advisory coverage area. Terrain
advlsgrlgs may ¡ot be p¡ov4led.
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Basic Operation
Use the following items ro get a basic feel for the operation
of the MX20. The basic steps for using any of the scparate
functions of the MX20 are:
o Turn the power on.
Adjust the brightness or set it to automatic.
Chcck that all tesrs pass on the Start Up scrccn.
Press the FN kcy to view available functions. Each
press of the FN key will step through the lists of
functions.
Press the key below the function labcl to select the
dcsired function.
Confirm or enter the currcnt barometric pressure
Press the MENU/ENTER key to display availablc
options.
Press the LINE SELECT key next to thc displayed
option to choose desired capabilities. Some options
use multiple key presses for different states for the
option. Press the MENU/ENTER key again to
extinguish the option display.
. Refer to the Detailed Operation secrion for more
details on each function.
Power On
Turn the power rotary knob clockwise past the detent ro
turn the power on. The MX20 will progress through a
series of startup screens. The final startup screen shows
System Information and the results of the Self-Test.
Pre-Fleat Mode
The MX20 will go into a pre-hear modc for a short period
of time on start-up. During the pre-heat mode, rhe display
q'ill remain dark. The pre-heat mode is designed to
cxtend the life of the LCD backlight.
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Data Flags
Data flags appear on thc left sidc of thc displa\- to notiñ
you whcn thcre is a loss of rcportcd information. The data
usually displayed, such as lightning or nearby terrain. mal
still exist; but may not be displayed for technical reasons.
For instancc, when thc amber TRA,F data flag appears it
means that the MX20 is not receiving Trailìc information.
Traffic may bc prcscnt, but will not bc displaved.
POS No valid position information is available from
the source. Do not expect a valid position
representation on the maps. The Ownship
_sy_mbol will have an "X" through it.
No valid route (flight plan) is available from the
external navigation source. Route (fl¡ght plan)
information will not be shown on the maps.
ALT No valid altitude information is available from
the external source. Altitude related functions
ì will not operate, such as terrain awareness.
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Gctring Startcd Gcning Startccl
Confirm Current Baro Correction
-\ n'indow that displays the current baromctric value and
asks vou to veri$ the current value or enter a new value.
This window will appear at startup and then every 30
minutes. Press BARO + to incrcase the value. Press BARO
- to decrease the value. Press OK to confirm the existing
values or to accept changes you have just cntered. Press
Function Selection
Press the FN key view the different Functions. The
functions are shown above the function "smart" keys on
the lower part of the display in green. Press the function
key under the function label to activate that function. The
labels above thc function key will change to reflect the
custom "smart" controls for that function. All described
functions may not be available in cach installation.
Brightness
With thc Powcr knob pulled out, turn the knob in each
dircction to adjust thc display brightness manually.
Manual brightncss modc may be selected to adjust the
display ftrr difficult lighting conditions. Push the knob in,
and thc brightncss is adjusted auromarically according to
thc ambicnt light. Whcn thc brightness is ser
automatically, the display will nor dim below a
pre-dcfined lcvcl.
Start Up Screen
Thc Start Up screen is displaycd while thc MX20 goes
through its initialization and resring rourines. System
information is shown that provides the MX20 software
and database vcrsions. The rcsults of the self test are
shown. A chcck mark shows that the test passed. If any of
the Sclf-Tests fail (red "x"), contact your dealer or the
factory (sce page 52).
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Options Menu
Most functions have a number of options available. press
the MENU/ENTER key ro see rhe opdons for the currenr
funcdon. You change an oprion by pressing one of the
Line Selection keys thar are to the right of the displayed
option. Many options have more than one choice. press
the same LINE SELECT key repeatedly to select the
available choices. Some functions have several pages of
options. The lower LINE SELECT key will allow y:ou to
, reach the Next Page when multiple pages are available.
Press the MENU/ENTER key a second rime ro remove rhe
menu from view or wait a few seconds for the options to
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-l-his section describes each operaring function and rhe
oprions available in each function. Each function operares
independently. The Funcrion "smarr" keys and Line
Selection keys are customized for each function and will
appear while that function is sclected. The functions are
described in the order that they appear. A description of
each function will be followed by an explanation of how
the function "smart" keys operate for the function and
then each menu option as sclected by the Line Selection
keys. All described functions may nor be available in your
pariticular installation. See your Airplane Flight Manual
supplement for the details on your individual installation.
Detailed Operation
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Dctailcd Opcration
Messa Lo Function
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The Message function displays information about the
status of the MX20. Messages may be logged by either the
MX20 internal sysrem or by one of 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. New messages that
have not been viewed will be highlighted as bold text.
1. Press FN until you see the MSG function key.
2. Press the MSG key.
3. Use the UP/DOWN arrow "smart" keys to move to
additional messages, if more than one page of messages
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Custom Ma (ruAP Function
The Custom Map function provides a graphic display of
map features in relation to the aircraft location ro help
improve your situational awareness. The custom map
function is unique in that it has the ability to selectively
"overlay" all available types of information onto a single
display. You can customize the map display by overlaying
information selected from a menu of options. press the
MENU key to display a list of options on rhe right side of
the screen. Press the LINE SELECT key nexr to rhe
displayed oprion. Rcpeated presses of the LINE SELECT
key will scroll through the available selections for each
option.
The "smarr" keys at the bottom of the display over the
function keys control the map scalc by zooming in or out,
moving the map view around with the pan feature, and
viewing Info about rhe currenr destination waypoint.
Map Scale
The In and Out function keys control the map scale by
zooming in and out. You can zoom in to 0.25 nm and
zoom out to 250 nm. The scale distance is measured from
the location of your aircraft symbol ro rhe top of the
screen. The Map Scale is shown in the lower left corner of
the screen. The map oricntation appears above the map
scale on one of the three Nav Data options.
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PAN key again to exit the Pan mode. While panning, a
grccn rcfcrcnce line is drawn From the cenrer of the
vicwcd arca back to your currcnt position.
Info
Prcss thc INFO "smart" key to vicw informarion abour the
waypoint.
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Each prcss of thc INFO kcy will srcp rhrough the availablc
intt,rmation fc¡r thc currcnt dcstination waypoint. The
numbcr of pagcs dcpcnds on rhc âmount of information
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Custom Map Menu Option Page I
The first option page of the Cusrom Map function lers you
select options for the choices of Flighr plan, map
orientation, Invert, Nav Data, and Terrain. The lasr
option selection takes you to rhe nexr page of options. The
options have tri-state choices rhat are also shown visually.
When the option is clear, the icons and labels are nor
displayed. When the option is solid, icons and labels are
all shown. When the option box is partially filled, only the
icons are shown.
Flight Plan
The Flight Plan option conrrols the display of the Flight
Plan course line. Pressing thc LINE SELECT key next to
the Flight Plan option togglcs between showing or nor
showing the Flight Plan route line.
Map Orientation
This option controls rhe screen oricntation in reference to
thc aircraft symbol. You may sclect from North Up, Track
Up, Track Up Arc, Track Up 360, and Desired Track Up.
North Up sets magnetic north as thc top of the screen.
Track Up sets the current track of the aircraft as the top
of the screen. Track Up Arc sets rhe currenr track of rhe
aircraft and a l20o arc ar the top of thc screen. Track Up
360 scts the currenr track of the aircrafr at the top of the
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scrccn and a 360" ring with the aircraft symbol position in
the ccnrcr. Desired Track Up sets thc dcsircd track to thc
next waypoint as thc top of thc scrccn. prcss thc LINE
SELECT kcy next to this oprion to scroll through thc
options.
Invert
The Invert option changes the display of tcxt and thc
background color. Depending on which layers are turned
on, inverring the display may help readability for thc
current lighting conditions. For instancc, when tcrrain is
shown, the Invcrt option switchcs between white and
black text. Whcn terrain is turned ofl the Invert option
switchcs bctween a white background with black rexr and
a black background with white text.
Nav Data
The Nav Data option allows to conrrol thc display of
navigation dara on thc display. Subscqucnt presses of the
LINE SELECT key for this option providcs choiccs of no
nav data, nav data in thc corners (waypoint, bearing,
zoom, and distance), or full nav dara. Thc full nav data
option includes the information in the four corners
selection plus altitudc, barometer setting, track, and
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Custom Map Menu Option Page 2
The second option page of the Custom Map function lcts
vou select options for the choiccs of Airports, Vors, NDBs,
Intersections, and Airspace. The last oprion sclcction takcs
vou to the ncxt pagc ofoprions.
Airports
The Airports option allows you ro choosc thc levcl of
airport information displayed on rhe Map scrccn. You
may sclect the display of airporr icon and idcntifìcr, icon
only, or no information by each subscqucnt press of thc
Airport LINE SELECT option keys.
VORs
'fhe VORs option allows you ro choosc thc typc of VOIì
information displaycd on rhc Map screcn. You may sclcct
the display of VOR icon and idcntificr, icon only, or no
information by each subsequcnt prcss of thc VOIì LINE
SELECT key.
NDBs
The NDBs option allows you ro choosc thc typc of NDB
information displayed on rhc Map screcn. You may sclcct
the display of NDB icon and identifìcr, icon only, or no
information by each subsequenr press of thc Nl)B LINE
SELECT kev.
Terrain
Thc 'fcrrain option allows you sclect the display of
topographical fèaturcs. Prcssing thc LINE SELEGT key
ncxt to thc Tcrrain option togglcs betwecn sectional
(absolutc), tcrrain awarcncss (relativc), or no display of
topographical fcaturcs. Thc scctional (absolute) display
shows a display similar to a scctional map. Thc terrain
awârcncss (absolutc) display shows a color coded view
whcrc thc colors rclatc to tcrrain clcvation relativc to your
altituclc. For morc information about the terrain
âwarencss option, scc the Tcrrain function scction on
pagc 41. Whcn you turn thc Terrain fearurc off, the
background is either black or white depcnding on your
sclcction in thc Invert option. Whcn no terrain data is
available, the missing arcas will be shown in light bluc.
'Watcr will not bc shown in relative mode.
Prcss thc Ncxt Pagc LINE SELECT kcy to display rhc nexr
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Intersections
Thc Intcrscctions option allows )¡ou to choose the n'pe ot
Intcrscction information displayed on thc \lap screen.
You may sclcct thc display of the Intcrsecrion icon and
idcntifìcr, icon only, or no information bv e ach
subsequcnt prcss ofthe Inrcrsccrion LINE SELECT kev.
Airspace
Thc Airspacc option allows you to conrrol the displav ot
airspaccs. Pressing thc LINE SELECT key next to Airspace
toggles bctween cither the display of airspace boundaries
and altitudc information, boundaries alonc, or no displav
ofairspaccs.
Prcss thc Ncxt Page LINE SELECT kcy to display rhe nexr
pagc of mcnu items.
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Custom Map Menu Option Page 3
The third oprion pagc of thc Custom Map function lcts
vou sclecr oprions for the choiccs ol Low Airu,ays, High
Airu,ays, Watcr, Roads, and polirical boundarics. Thc last
option selection takes you ro rhe next page ofoptions.
Lcw Airways
The Low Airways oprion allows you to conrrol the display
of Low Airways. Pressing the LINE SELECT kcy nexr ro
Low Airways toggles berween either thc display of the
airway and label, airway alone, or no display of Low
Airways.
High Airways
Thc High Airways oprion allows you ro control the
display of High Airways. Pressing the L|NE SELECT kcy
next ro High Airways toggles berween cithcr thc display of
the airway and label, airway alone, or no display of High
Airways.
Water
The Watcr oprion allows you ro conrrol thc display of
rivers and lakes. Prcssing rhe LINE SELECT kev ncxt to
\\'arcrs toggles bcrwccn eithcr thc display or no display of
the bodies of warcr.
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Roads
The Roads option allows you to control the display of
interstate and state highways. Pressing the LINE SELECT
key next to Roads toggles between either the display or no
display ofthe road features.
Boundary
The Boundary option allows you to select the display of
political boundaries on the Map displays.
Press the Next Page LINE SELECT key to display the next
page of menu items.
Dctailcd Operation
Custom Map Menu Option Page 4
The fourth oprion page of the Cusrom Map function lets
erla vou select oprions for choices of Trafhc and Lightning
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IFR Chart Function
The IFR Chart function shows an IFR en roure sryle map
for the display. The IFR display shows navigational aid
information and the flight plan course line. The "smarr"
keys on the bottom of the screen control zooming in and
out, panning, and the display of information on the
current TO waypoint. The menu of options available for
the IFR mode include Flight Plan, map orienration,
Invert, and turning labels on or offi
IFR Option Page I
The first option page of the IFR Chart function lets you
select options for the choices of Flight Plan, Map
Orientation, Invert display, Nav Data, and Labels. The
last option selection takes you to the next page ofoptions.
Flight Plan
The Flight Plan option conrrols the display of the Flighr
Plan course line. Pres¡ing rhe LINE SELECT key next to
the Flight Plan option toggles berween showing and nor
showing the Flight Plan route line.
Map Orientation
This option controls the screen orientation in reference ro
the aircraft symbol. You may select from North [-lp, Track
Up, Track Up Arc, Track Up 360, and Desired Track [-Ip.
Dctailcd Operation
.l-orth Up sets magnetic north as the top of the screen.
Track Up sets the current track of the aircraft as the top
of the screen. Track Up Arc sers the currenr track of the
aircraft and a l20o arc ar rhe top of the screen. Track Up
360 sets the current track of the aircraft at the top of the
screen and a 360" ring with the aircraft symbol position in
the center. Desired Track Up sets the desired track to the
next waypoint as the top of the screen. Press the LINE
SELECT key next to
options.
Invert
option to scroll through the
The Invert option changes the display of text and the
background color. The Invert option switches behveen a
white background with black text and a black background
with white text.
Nav Data
The Nav Data option allows you ro conrrol the display of
navigation data on the Map displays. Subsequent presses
of the LINE SELECT key for this option provides choices of
no nav data, nav data in the corners (waypoint, bearing,
zoem, and distance), or full nav data. The full nav dara
option includes the information in the four corners
selecrion plus altitude, barometer setting, track, and
ground speed.
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