Garmin GTN Xi Series User manual

 
 

 
 

 
  
 
 
  
 


  



the bezel key backlight momentarily illuminates. System failure annunciations
typically disappear within the first 30 seconds after power-up.

The start-up screen presents
the unit software versions, the
name and status of all installed
databases, and the Database
Updates page access key.
Tapping Continue advances to
the Instrument Test page.
If a Flight Stream 510 wireless datacard is present, the
WiFi Info key appears in the controls bar. Tapping this key
opens a setup page. Refer to Wi-Fi Setup for instructions.


  


processor, memory, external inputs, and outputs. The Instrument Panel Self-Test page
displays the results of all external equipment checks performed by the unit.


Ensure that estimated fuel quantity values are accurate before flight.

For the operating limitations of a specific aircraft, consult the POH.
GTN Xi stores preset fuel amounts for estimated full and tab amounts. These settings
may not be editable if the unit is interfaced with a digital fuel computer.
If an instrument remains flagged after one minute, check the status of the
associated LRU, then contact a Garmin dealer for support.
Review this list to ensure that
all CDI/HSI outputs and other
displayed data are correct for
the connected equipment.
Tapping Continue advances to
the Home page.
Fuel on Board
Specify the current fuel quantity.
Tapping this key opens a keypad.

aid in fuel data entry.
Initial value automatically reduces
based on current fuel flow.
Fuel Flow
Set fuel flow amount.
Tapping this key opens a keypad.

  



Tap System > Units > Fuel, and select the preferred units.

Set Full/Tabs
Opens the Fuel Capacity Setup menu.
Select the appropriate data entry key and enter the
estimated fuel amounts.
Fuel Full Capacity: Specify the tank full amount.
Fuel Tab Capacity: Specify the tank tab amount.
These values vary according to aircraft type.
Full
Sets the fuel remaining value to the specified full amount.
Tabs
Sets the fuel remaining value to the specified tab amount.
Fuel capacity units are set in the
System Units app.


  


The navigator supports SD cards in the FAT32 format only, with capacities ranging
between 8 GB and 32 GB.

purchase individual databases or database packages, go to flyGarmin.com.
There are two methods for loading and updating databases. Do not attempt either
of these while in flight (on ground only).
Load databases via SD card. Once loading completes, you may power off
the unit and remove the card.
Transfer databases from a Flight Stream 510 wireless datacard. This
method requires the Garmin Pilot app on a portable electronic device.
1Optional third-party database.

 Bodies of water, geopolitical boundary, and road
information
1Jeppesen terminal procedures
 AeroNav terminal procedures
 Airport, NAVAID, waypoint, and airspace information
(Garmin or Jeppesen)
 Obstacle and wire data
 Airport surface diagrams
 Terrain elevation data

Visit flyGarmin.com to report any
discrepancies in database
information. These may include
incorrect procedures, inaccurate
depictions of terrain, obstacles
and fixes, or errors with any
other screen element used for
navigation or communication
purposes.
For information regarding third-party
navigation databases, go to
jeppesen.com.

  


Most databases expire at regular intervals. Exceptions include Basemap and Terrain,
which neither expire nor update on a regular schedule.




Effective upon release
Includes Basemap and Terrain



Effective during a specific period
Unit determines database status using the current date
and time from GPS
Automatic activation occurs on the effective date
The start-up page lists all currently
installed databases. Review this list for
current database types, cycle numbers,
and expiration dates.
Yellow text denotes when a database is:
Not available
Installed before its effective date
Missing date information
Past its expiration date


When database files are loaded
to the SD card, any previously
loaded database files of the
same type residing on the card
are overwritten. This includes
loading a database of a different
coverage area or data cycle than
that currently residing on the
SD card.


  

The navigator uses two types of databases:


Active Databases Standby Databases
The databases in use by the system. Databases that have not reached the
effective date. These remain on the
SD card until they become effective.



During normal operation, you can view
information about all active and standby
databases from the System Status page.

Selecting Active displays
information about the
databases currently in use.
You can also access copyright
information from here.
Tapping View Copyrights
displays copyright information
for all installed databases.

  



Selecting Standby displays
information about databases
that are not yet effective.
GTN Xi notifies when no
standby databases are
available.
Notifications for databases not
present or available also display
in the form of system messages.
Review the Active Database Info
list to determine the status of
the indicated database.
Database
Not Present


  


The Database Updates page is available only when:
The aircraft is on ground
The start-up page is active (i.e., during power up)


A Connext icon indicates when a database is from Garmin Pilot via wireless transfer.

standby queue.
This page presents a list of all
available databases.
To open, tap the Databases
key on the start-up page.
Connext Icon

  


Select individual databases for transfer, or choose Select All
if all listed databases require updating.
By default, this page displays
only the databases
recommended for update.
A message notifies when no
such databases are available.
After all selections are made, initiate the update process by
tapping Start.
The unit automatically restarts
once all updates are complete.


  


Tapping Show All displays a complete list of all databases.
This list may include databases
that are:
Not yet effective
Older than the currently
active database(s)
Unable to update due to
an error
To determine the cause of a database error, tap Error Info.
An information window
provides details regarding the
state of the database.

  


This key appears when two databases are of the same type and
cycle, but pertain to different regions.

Tap Select Region, then select
the appropriate menu option.


  




A newer database is
detected on the SD card or in
the internal standby queue
A newer database is within
its effective dates
The aircraft is on ground
When a newer database is available,
follow the on-screen prompts to
complete the update process.
1. Download a database onto an SD card.
2. Insert the SD card with the most recent
database(s) into the card slot.
3. Power on the unit.
Selecting Update opens the
Database Updates page,
where a list of the newest
databases is available for
review.

  

The unit automatically restarts once the update is complete. Updates are indicated in
the list of currently installed databases.
Select the databases for
transfer, then tap Start.
All newer databases (effective
and expired) transfer from the
SD card to the internal
standby queue.
A progress bar displays the
name of each database as it
uploads to the unit.
Terrain databases may require up to 5 minutes for
transfer. Total transfer time depends on the SD card type.


  


Flight Stream 510 wireless datacard
Garmin Pilot app on a mobile device
The aircraft is on ground


Provides automatic updates for databases with effective dates
Preloads databases that are not yet effective by placing them in the internal
standby queue
Displays database type, cycle, effective date, and transfer progress
Allows manual operation via Start key
Requires pilot confirmation
Database Concierge allows wireless transfer of databases
from a mobile device while the aircraft is on ground.
A pilot selects and downloads databases inside the
Garmin Pilot app. Transfers occur once Flight Stream 510
establishes a wireless connection inside the aircraft.
1. Purchase database(s) from
flyGarmin.com.
2. Open Garmin Pilot and
follow the download
instructions.
3. Install Flight Stream 510
and then power on unit.
4. Connect to Wi-Fi.
5. Follow the on-screen
prompts.

  


Tapping Skip Transfer and Continue cancels any unfinished wireless transfers and
initiates the update process.
The unit activates any databases that completed transfer before the interruption.
Previously selected databases on an SD card or in the internal standby update as well.

Database Concierge transfers
databases from the app to
Flight Stream 510. A progress
bar shows when this process is
complete.
GTN Xi either updates or
preloads databases based on
their effective date. A second
progress bar indicates upload
status.
The unit automatically restarts
upon database activation.


  


Not applicable to Terrain database

Enables automatic database synchronization across all capable Garmin avionics
Includes active and standby databases
Prompts unit restart if a new database is effective and the aircraft is ground
Database SYNC minimizes database maintenance by
synchronizing active and standby databases across all
configured LRUs. Once a standby database becomes
effective, each LRU automatically generates an update
prompt.



This function resides in the System Status menu.
Home > System > System Status > Menu >
Database SYNC

A pop-up informs you that
enabling Database SYNC may
overwrite any databases currently
in standby.
Toggling Database SYNC off
disables the Chart Streaming
function (if enabled).

  



Available only when Database Sync is active and a current chart database is available

Enables automatic streaming of individual charts from the newest chart
database
LRUs with chart streaming enabled display the most current chart information
Current charts display on the Charts page; chart overlays are available for
display on Map
Chart database effective date displays on Charts page when chart expires
Available for both ChartView and FliteCharts
A typical chart database may take up to one hour to synchronize across multiple
LRUs.
Chart Streaming allows streaming of individual charts on
an as-needed basis until database sync is complete.
Toggling this function off has no affect on Database SYNC.



This function resides in the System Status menu.
Home > System > System Status > Menu >
Database SYNC > Chart Streaming



  


Unit allows pairing of up to 13 Bluetooth enabled devices, with two simultaneous
device connections
Auto reconnect function is not available for Android devices


The following features are available on your portable electronic device.
GPS position and velocity information
Uncorrected barometric pressure altitude used by transponder and ADS-B
ADS-B In traffic data
FIS-B weather and flight information
AHRS data from built-in sensor1, 2, 3
1Attitude data does not output to other installed avionics. 2Flight Stream 210 only.
3The internal AHRS sensor is only for use with a portable electronic device. All internal AHRS functions
are automatic and do not require pilot action.
Connext works via the Bluetooth data link to provide
up-to-date, wireless information throughout the cockpit.
The Connext interface allows communication
with Garmin Pilot from a portable electronic
device.







  





FIS-B weather
ADS-B traffic
GPS/WAASposition,velocity,
and time
Pressure altitude
AHRS
Magnetic heading
Flight plan transfer
Flight data logs
GSR 56 SMS messaging
SXM weather
The unit supports wireless pairing with
up to 13 portable electronic devices via
the Garmin Pilot app.
Bluetooth device management options
reside on the Paired Devices page.
Opening this page automatically
initiates device pairing.
Device information and
pairing mode status display on
the Connext Setup page.
Controls for enabling Flight
Stream features are reside
here. These include:
Flight Plan Import
Databases
Phone/SMS
This key allows you to enter the name of the
Bluetooth enabled device. Use the keypad or
control knobs to enter the device name.