Garmin GMX 200 User manual

A unique split-screen feature allows side-by-side displays of any
two GMX 200 charting functions. In addition, a vertical profile view
of terrain and obstructions along the route of flight can be
displayed across the lower portion of the screen.

Display features
6.5 inch diagonal color AMLCD
Ultra-high resolution 640x480 (921,600 RGB dots0
65,536 simultaneous colors
Direct sunlight readable
Auto/Manual dimming
Position Source
External GPS via RS-232
Open architecture
Field upgradeable software
4 bi-directional high speed RS-232 ports
1 bi-directional high speed RS-422 port
4 ARINC 429 high/low speed (with Traffic and Radar models)
Physical
5.00 inches high
6.25 inches wide
8.00 inches deep
4.29 lbs. GMX 200
4.44 lbs. GMX 200 I/O
Electrical
10VDC to 40VDC, reverse polarity protected
40 watts typical
Environmental
-20C to +55C operating temp
-55C to +85C storage temp
2 degrees C per minute temp variation
95% at 50C humidity
35,000 feet max altitude
internal cooling, external cooling not required
Certification Candidates
STC for over 500 airframes
TSO-C110a, TSO-C113, TSO-C63c, TSO-C118, TSO-C147
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GMX 200 specifications

GMX 200 multi-function display
Once again, Garmin
expands the scope
of “big picture”
situational awareness.

In busy airspace, pilots look to their multi-function displays (MFDs)
as “Information Central”for situational awareness. Here’s why:
(1) Positional information: By showing the aircraft’s current position
in relation to ground features, chart data, navaids, and flight plan route,
the MFD gives pilots real-time “big picture”awareness of where they are
and where they’re heading.
(2) Alerting information: By overlaying inputs from various sensors and
tracking systems, pilots can see and avoid hazards from threatening weather,
terrain,towers, obstacles or other aircraft in the vicinity. Early awareness makes
for better inflight decision-making.
(3) Data integration: By consolidating multiple data sources in one easy-to-read
display, the MFD reduces cockpit workload. Pilots can see at a glance the data
they need – without sequencing through page after page of individual sensor
readouts or navigation screens.
In all three areas of MFD capability, the new Garmin GMX 200 sets the standard
for its class. It is the ultimate in safety, security and situational awareness for
multi-tasking GA pilots.
For today’s multi-tasking pilots, Garmin
unveils the ideal multi-function display.

Bigger, better, faster
Building on the success of Garmin’s popular
MX20™, the new-generation GMX 200™
combines a bigger, brighter display with a
number of new interface options to raise
the bar even higher.
Extending a full 6.5 inches diagonally, the GMX
200’s high- resolution (640 x 480 pixels) color
display features a viewing area that is almost
20% larger than other panel-mounted MFD units
in its class.Advanced backlighting technology
dramatically improves the color and contrast,
resulting in chart depictions and images that are
brighter and more vivid in all lighting conditions.
At a glance you can see your aircraft’s position
relative to terrain, obstructions, weather, airways,
navaids, restricted airspace and more. By simply
pressing a soft key, you can select between
several charting options and easily add or
remove details.A new rotary knob has been
added to allow for quicker map scale changes
and entry of data. In addition, a new front-
loading SD card slot allows for expanded
memory and makes loading updated charts
simple and fast.The GMX 200 fits in the same
panel space as the MX20 and has more serial
ports for added sensor capacity.
More data, less clutter
High-resolution terrain and hydrography data for
the entire world comes preloaded on the GMX
200. So, even at the lower zoom scales, there’s
plenty of detail for navigational reference.The
Garmin Base Map, with cities, roads, rivers, and
lakes, has been added to further enhance
situational awareness.Also, an aviation database
featuring Jeppesen®NavData™is used to depict
airports, airways, navaids, airspace and more.
Map scales range from one-fourth of a mile
to a transcontinental 2,500 miles.
For multi-view situational reference, a unique
split screen function on the GMX 200 allows
the pilot to simultaneously view two charting
options, side-by-side, plus a vertical profile
display of terrain elevation along the selected
route of flight.
And for safer arrivals and departures, the
optional ChartView™feature lets you confirm
your aircraft’s position on Jeppesen instrument
approach plates and airport surface charts,
providing added situational awareness in busy
terminal areas. Surface diagrams will be
automatically displayed on arrival and departure
to assist with taxiing at unfamiliar airports or in
conditions of poor visibility.Also,based on the
active flight plan, the GMX 200 will auto-
matically load the approach plates for the
destination airport – so you can quickly select
theATC-assigned approach procedure. For
added reference, your aircraft’s position can
also be overlaid on the electronic approach
chart to provide a visual crosscheck inbound.
Terrain elevation and alerting
ADS - B traffic
High-resolution color moving map
When teamed with Garmin’s GNS 480 nav unit, the GMX 200 does even
more to streamline flight management. For example, when an approach
is selected on the GNS 480, the GMX 200 will automatically load the
approach charts for the selected airport – saving the pilot valuable
eyes-down time during the busiest phases of flight.
Optional ChartView™feature takes IFR flight management to a whole new
level – accurately overlaying the aircraft position on JeppView approach
procedures and airport diagrams. Standard Instrument
Departure and Arrival charts (SIDs and STARs) are also provided.

These ChartView functions and updates for the
GMX 200 are available through Jeppesen’s
JeppView subscription service.
In addition, for near real-time weather alerting
via XM Satellite Radio, you can combine the
GMX 200 with Garmin’s GDL 69™data link
receiver. (XM subscription required.)With this
option, graphical depictions of NEXRAD weather,
METARs,TAFs,TFRs, winds aloft, echo tops,
precipitation type at the surface, lightning
strikes, storm cell data,AIRMETs, SIGMETs, etc.,
can be received and displayed anywhere in the
U.S., regardless of altitude. Plus, it’s easy to
combine animated NEXRAD images with the
maximum zoom range of 2500 nm to monitor
a nationwide picture of the current weather
situation, all on one screen.And for the best in
enroute entertainment,the GMX 200 also provides
a user interface offering more than 150 channels
of XM digital audio programming,when used
with the GDL 69A receiver.
Multiple multi-function choices
The GMX 200 is available in four versions:
the Standard, theTraffic, the Radar, and the
Radar/Traffic models. The GMX 200Traffic
version supports interfaces to GarminTIS
capable transponders and can be connected
to selectTCAS I andTAS systems. The Radar
version can be connected to the GXW 68™–
Garmin’s new digital color radar system boasting
6.5 kW of transmit power. With this unit,
weather returns can be analyzed in standard
horizontal or vertical scanning modes. And the
MFD’s pushbutton and rotary controls can be
used to operate the range, tilt, bearing, gain,
and hold functions for the GWX 68 (As well
as a select list o other weather radar devices.)
And of course the Radar/Traffic model lets you
interface to both weather radar and approved
traffic systems.
The GMX 200 is compatible with the Garmin
400/500 series and GNS 480 navigators, GDL
69/69A XM receivers, GTX 330/33 transponders,
and GDL 90ADS-B transceiver – as well as
many other manufacturers’ GPS navigation
equipment.When interfaced with Garmin’s
popular GPS andVHF nav systems, the GMX
200 provides extra features and levels of
convenience that rival those of high-end MFD
systems costing many times more. No wonder
more and more pilots are making Garmin’s
GMX 200 their MFD of choice when it’s time
to upgrade the avionics in their aircraft.
To find out more, give your Garmin dealer a call.
Or visit our website at www.garmin.com.
GMX 200 FEATURES
AT A GLANCE.
• New, larger 6.5-inch
diagonal colorAMLCD
display
• XM WX satellite
weather and XM Radio
(optional)
• Built-in terrain
elevation database
• Optional ChartView™
functions based on
Jeppesen approach
charts and airport
surface diagrams
• Split screen capability
for multiple displays
• Aircraft position and
track onVFR or IFR
style moving map
• Enabled forADS-B or
TIS-B traffic targets
• Offers control/display
for available airborne
weather radar
• Displays GPS mapping,
radar, lightning, traffic,
terrain and datalink
systems
• Flexible I/O support for
RS232,ARINC 429
interfaces
• 10-40 VDC power
capability
IFR charting feature depicts low and high altitude airways. Custom map feature allows the pilot to overlay some or
all of the GMX 200 features.
Display weather radar and TAWS via ARINC 453 interface.
Graphical NEXRAD via XM Satellite Radio and GDL 69