GARMIN GTN Xi Series Fourth Generation GPS User Guide

GTN Xi Series Fourth Generation GPS

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: GTN Xi Series
• Software Version: v20.30
• Radar Data Sources: United States radar data provided by NOAA,
  European radar data collected and provided by Meteo France

Warnings, Cautions & Notes

The user manual provides important warnings, cautions, and notes
that users should be aware of when operating the GTN Xi Series.
These include:

• WARNING: Do not use terrain avoidance displays
  as the sole source of information for maintaining separation from
  terrain and obstacles. Garmin obtains terrain and obstacle data
  from third-party sources and cannot independently verify the
  accuracy of the information.

• WARNING: Do not rely solely upon Terrain
  Proximity data for terrain avoidance. Terrain Proximity is not a
  certified terrain awareness system. It is an aid to situational
  awareness only. Using Terrain Proximity data does not under any
  circumstances or conditions relieve the pilot’s responsibility to
  see and avoid terrain or obstacles.

• WARNING: Do not use TAWS information for
  primary terrain or obstacle avoidance. TAWS is intended only to
  enhance situational awareness.

• WARNING: Always refer to current aeronautical
  charts and NOTAMs for verification of displayed aeronautical
  information. Displayed aeronautical data may not incorporate the
  latest NOTAM information.

• WARNING: Never use GPS altitude for vertical
  navigation, traffic avoidance, or compliance with any air traffic
  control clearance. The altitude calculated by GPS receivers is
  geometric height above Mean Sea Level and may vary significantly
  from the altitude displayed on the primary barometric altimeter.
  The barometric altimeter must be used to comply with all air
  traffic control clearances.

• WARNING: Do not rely solely on VNAV guidance
  when navigating horizontally and vertically around user-defined
  airports. It is the pilot’s responsibility to ensure separation
  from terrain and obstacles during an approach to a user-defined
  airport.

• WARNING: Never use expired databases. Update
  databases regularly to ensure currency. Use out of date database
  information at your own risk.

• WARNING: Never use basemap information (land
  and water data) as the sole means of navigation. Basemap data is
  intended only to supplement other approved navigation data sources
  and should be considered only an aid to enhance situational
  awareness.

• WARNING: Do not rely solely upon the display
  of traffic information to accurately depict all of the traffic
  within range of the aircraft. Due to lack of equipment, poor signal
  reception, and/or inaccurate information from aircraft or ground
  stations, traffic may be present that is not represented on the
  display.

• WARNING: Do not rely solely upon the display
  of traffic information for collision avoidance maneuvering. The
  traffic display does not provide collision avoidance resolution
  advisories and does not under any circumstances or conditions
  relieve the pilot’s responsibility to see and avoid other
  aircraft.

Product Usage Instructions

Terrain Avoidance

When using the GTN Xi Series for terrain avoidance, it is
important to remember the following:

• Do not solely rely on terrain avoidance displays. Use them as
  an aid but always maintain visual separation from terrain and
  obstacles.

• Refer to current aeronautical charts and NOTAMs for
  verification of displayed aeronautical information.

• Do not use TAWS information for primary terrain or obstacle
  avoidance. TAWS is intended only to enhance situational
  awareness.

GPS Altitude Usage

When using GPS altitude, keep in mind:

• Never use GPS altitude for vertical navigation, traffic
  avoidance, or compliance with air traffic control clearances.

• The altitude displayed on the primary barometric altimeter must
  be used to comply with all air traffic control clearances.

User-Defined Airports

When navigating around user-defined airports:

• Do not solely rely on VNAV guidance. It is the pilot’s
  responsibility to ensure separation from terrain and obstacles
  during an approach to a user-defined airport.

Database Updates

Regularly update the databases to ensure currency:

• Never use expired databases.
• Update databases regularly to ensure accurate information.
• Using out-of-date database information is at your own
  risk.

FAQ

Q: Can I solely rely on terrain avoidance displays for

maintaining separation from terrain and obstacles?

A: No, terrain avoidance displays should be used as an aid but
not as the sole source of information. Maintain visual separation
from terrain and obstacles.

Q: Can I use GPS altitude for vertical navigation and

compliance with air traffic control clearances?

A: No, GPS altitude should not be used for vertical navigation,
traffic avoidance, or compliance with air traffic control
clearances. Use the altitude displayed on the primary barometric
altimeter for compliance.

Q: Can I rely solely on VNAV guidance when navigating around

user-defined airports?

A: No, it is the pilot’s responsibility to ensure separation
from terrain and obstacles during an approach to a user-defined
airport. Do not solely rely on VNAV guidance.

Q: How often should I update the databases?

A: Databases should be updated regularly to ensure currency.
Never use expired databases and use out-of-date database
information at your own risk.

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SOFTWARE VERSION
This manual reflects the operation of system software v20.30. Some differences in operation may be observed when comparing the information in this manual to later software versions.
INFORMATION & SUPPORT
United States radar data provided by NOAA; European radar data collected and provided by Meteo France. For information regarding the Aviation Limited Warranty,refertoGarmin’swebsite.
For aviation product support, visit flyGarmin.com.
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Warnings, Cautions & Notes
WARNING
Do not use terrain avoidance displays as the sole source of information for maintaining separation from terrain and obstacles. Garmin obtains terrain and obstacle data from third-party sources and cannot independently verify the accuracy of the information.
WARNING
Do not rely solely upon Terrain Proximity data for terrain avoidance. Terrain Proximity is not a certified terrain awareness system. It is an aid to situational awareness only. Using Terrain Proximity data does not under any circumstancesorconditionsrelievethepilot’sresponsibilitytoseeandavoid terrain or obstacles.
WARNING
Do not use TAWS information for primary terrain or obstacle avoidance. TAWS is intended only to enhance situational awareness.
WARNING
Always refer to current aeronautical charts and NOTAMs for verification of displayed aeronautical information. Displayed aeronautical data may not incorporate the latest NOTAM information.
WARNING
Never use GPS altitude for vertical navigation, traffic avoidance, or compliance with any air traffic control clearance. The altitude calculated by GPS receivers is geometric height above Mean Sea Level and may vary significantly from the altitude displayed on the primary barometric altimeter. The barometric altimeter must be used to comply with all air traffic control clearances.
WARNING
Do not rely solely on VNAV guidance when navigating horizontally and vertically around user-defined airports. It is the pilot’s responsibility to ensure separation from terrain and obstacles during an approach to a user- defined airport.
WARNING
Never use expired databases. Update databases regularly to ensure currency. Use out of date database information at your own risk.

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Warnings, Cautions & Notes
WARNING
Never use basemap information (land and water data) as the sole means of navigation. Basemap data is intended only to supplement other approved navigation data sources and should be considered only an aid to enhance situational awareness.
WARNING
Do not rely solely upon the display of traffic information to accurately depict all of the traffic within range of the aircraft. Due to lack of equipment, poor signal reception, and/or inaccurate information from aircraft or ground stations, traffic may be present that is not represented on the display.
WARNING
Do not rely solely upon the display of traffic information for collision avoidance maneuvering. The traffic display does not provide collision avoidance resolution advisoriesanddoesnotunderanycircumstancesorconditionsrelievethepilot’s responsibility to see and avoid other aircraft.
WARNING
Never use datalink weather information for maneuvering in, near, or around areas of hazardous weather. Information contained within datalink weather products may not accurately depict current weather conditions.
WARNING
Never use datalink weather information for entering a thunderstorm. Per the FAA’sAeronauticalInformationManual(AIM)andAC00-24C:”avoidbyatleast 20milesanythunderstormidentifiedassevereorgivinganintenseradarecho.”
WARNING
Do not use the indicated datalink weather product age to determine the age of the weather information shown by the datalink weather product. Due to time delays inherent in gathering and processing weather data for datalink transmission, the weather information shown by the datalink weather product may be older than the indicated weather product age.
WARNING
Do not rely solely upon Datalink services to provide TFR information. Always confirm TFR information through official sources such as flight service stations or air traffic control.

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Warnings, Cautions & Notes
WARNING
Do not rely on information from a lightning detection system display as the sole basis for hazardous weather avoidance. Range limitations and interference may cause the system to display inaccurate or incomplete information. Refer to documentation from the lightning detection system manufacturer for detailed information about the system.
WARNING
Always refer to current aeronautical charts for appropriate minimum clearance altitudes. The displayed MSAs are only advisory in nature and should not be relied upon as the sole source of obstacle and terrain avoidance information.
WARNING
Do not use GPS to navigate to any active waypoint identified as a “NONWGS84WPT”byasystemmessage.”NONWGS84WPT”waypointsare derived from an unknown map reference datum that may be incompatible with the map reference datum used by GPS (known as WGS84) and may be positioned in error as displayed.
WARNING
Do not learn operational procedures for this product in the air. For safety reasons, thoroughly practice basic operation of this product on the ground before use during flight.
WARNING
Reviewandunderstandallaspectsofthispilot’sguide.Doingsoreducestherisk of unsafe operation.
WARNING
Always resolve any discrepancies between the display and other navigation sources when they occur. During flight operations, compare display indications to information from other NAVAIDs, visual sightings, charts, and other available sources before continuing navigation.
WARNING
Be aware that this product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.ThisnoticeisbeingprovidedinaccordancewithCalifornia’sProposition 65. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please refer to our website at www.garmin.com/prop65.

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Warnings, Cautions & Notes
CAUTION
Do not clean display surfaces with abrasive cloths or cleaners containing ammonia. They will harm the anti-reflective coating. Use a clean, lint-free cloth and anti-reflective lens cleaner.
CAUTION
Ensure that any unit repairs are made by an authorized Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifications could void both the warranty and affect the airworthiness of the aircraft.
NOTE
Foreign materials (i.e., moisture, objects) that come into contact with the touchscreen can prevent the unit from responding to touch commands. To restore functionality, wipe the screen dry and/or remove interfering objects.
NOTE
The COM application supports channel tuning for both 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz channels within radio-frequency range. If flying in a region where 8.33 kHz channel spacing is available, set the COM radio to 8.33 kHz to prevent the loss of any stored or recently used frequencies.
NOTE
Mounted along the fuselage, the COM transceiver antenna(s) of the equipment is (are) accessible only to aircraft maintenance personnel.
NOTE
All visual depictions contained within this document, including screen images of the system panel and displays, are subject to change and may not reflect the most current system software and aviation databases. Depictions of equipment may differ slightly from the actual equipment. Feature depictions may differ from actual unit features depending on configuration.
NOTE
The United States government operates the Global Positioning System and is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The GPS system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Portions of the system utilize GPS as a precision electronic NAVAID. Therefore, as with all NAVAIDs, information presented by the system can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.

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Warnings, Cautions & Notes
NOTE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE
Interference from GPS repeaters operating inside nearby hangars can cause an intermittent loss of attitude and heading displays while the aircraft is on the ground. Moving the aircraft more than 100 yards away from the source of the interference should alleviate the condition.
NOTE
Use of polarized eye wear may cause the flight displays to appear dim or blank.
NOTE
Canadian installations: In accordance with Canadian Radio Specifications Standard 102 (RSS 102), RF field strength exposure to persons from an antenna connected to this device should be limited to 60 V/m for controlled environment and 28 V/m for uncontrolled environment.
NOTE
Do not use SafeTaxi or ChartView as the basis for ground maneuvering. These functions do not comply with the requirements of AC 120-76C and are not qualified for use as an airport moving map display. They should be used for orientation purposes only.

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Warnings, Cautions & Notes
NOTE
The FAA has asked Garmin to remind pilots who fly with Garmin database- dependent avionics of the following: ·Itisthepilot’sresponsibilitytoremainfamiliarwithallFAAregulatoryandadvisory guidance and information related to the use of databases in the National Airspace System. ·Garminequipmentwillonlyrecognizeandusedatabasesthatareobtainedfrom Garmin or Jeppesen. Do not attempt to load databases that are not from these sources. Databases obtained from Garmin or Jeppesen that have a Type 2 LOA from the FAA are assured compliance with all data quality requirements (DQRs). A copy of the Type 2 LOA is available for each applicable database and can be viewed at flyGarmin.com by selecting”AviationDatabaseDeclarations.” ·UseofacurrentGarminorJeppesendatabasein your Garmin equipment is required for compliance with established FAA regulatory guidance, but does not constitute authorization to fly any and all terminal procedures that may be presented by the system. Itisthepilot’sresponsibilitytooperateinaccordancewithestablishedAFM(S)and regulatory guidance or limitations as applicable to the pilot, the aircraft, and installed equipment.
NOTE
Thepilot/operatormustreviewandbefamiliarwithGarmin’sdatabaseexclusionslist, as discussed in SAIB CE-14-04, to determine what data may be incomplete. Visit flyGarmin.comandselect”DatabaseExclusionsList.”
NOTE
The pilot/operator must have access to Garmin and Jeppesen database alerts and consider their impact on the intended aircraft operation. To view these alerts, visit flyGarmin.comandselect”AviationDatabaseAlerts.”
NOTE
Contact Garmin Product Support if you want or need to adjust the database.
NOTE
Garmin requests the flight crew report any observed discrepancies related to database information. These discrepancies could come in the form of an incorrect procedure; incorrectly identified terrain, obstacles and fixes; or any other displayed item used for navigation or communication in the air or on the ground. Visit flyGarmin.com and select “AviationDataErrorReport.”

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Warnings, Cautions & Notes
NOTE
Information obtained solely through FIS-B does not replace a thorough preflight briefing. NOTAMs received via FIS-B uplink may not be a complete listing. Active NOTAMs are removed from the FIS-B data stream 30 days after issuance. FIS-B uplink is not an FAA approved source for NOTAMs.
NOTE
When using Stormscope, there are several atmospheric phenomena in addition to nearby thunderstorms that can cause isolated discharge points in the strike display mode. However, clusters of two or more discharge points in the strike display mode do indicate thunderstorm activity if these points reappear after the screen has been cleared.
NOTE
This navigation unit has a very high degree of functional integrity. However, the pilot must realize that providing monitoring and/or self-test capability for all conceivable system failures is not practical. Although unlikely, it may be possible for erroneous operation to occur without fault indication. It is the responsibility of the pilot to detect such occurrences by cross- checking with all redundant or correlated information available in the cockpit.

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About This Guide Record of Revision

REVISION A B C D E

DATE 11.20.19 12.06.19 11.20.20 07.22.21 01.03.23

CHANGE DESCRIPTION Initial Release. Production Release. Updates for software v20.10. Updates for software v20.20. Updates for software v20.30.

Available for Download
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Layout

SECTION

TITLE

1

System at a Glance

2

Get Started

3

Navigation

4

Planning

5

Hazard Awareness

6

Abnormal Operations

7

Services

8

Messages

9

Qualification

10

Practice

11

Glossary

12

Regulatory Information

About This Guide
The design and layout of this guide is intended to provide clear, concise sections written in the logical order ofapilot’sflightinstrumentand systems scan.

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About This Guide

Product Descriptions
This guide covers the operation of the following Garmin product series.

GTN 650Xi Series

GTN 750Xi Series

When you see

It means

a product name in bold (e.g., GTN 750Xi)

the information pertains to that specific model only

a reference to a product series (e.g., GTN 650Xi Series)

the information pertains to all models listed within that series (e.g., GTN 625Xi/635Xi/650Xi)

product names separated by a forward slash the information pertains to both (e.g., GTN 635Xi/650Xi or GTN 650Xi/750Xi) products

GTN 650Xi Series
· GTN 625Xi · GTN 635Xi · GTN 650Xi
GTN 750Xi Series
· GTN 725Xi · GTN 750Xi

Unless otherwise stated, information pertaining to the GTN Xi Series is applicable to all 650Xi and 750Xi series navigators.

Feature Depictions
Except for cases when operational differences dictate, the GTN 750Xi display is shown as typical.

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Special Notations
This guide uses the following message types when applicable.

About This Guide

WARNING
Indicates when serious injury or death will occur.
CAUTION
Indicates when equipment damage is possible.

NOTE
Emphasizes a point about a specific feature, function, or operation.

Insets
These boxes may include a list of features or application functions, references to additionalinformation,orausefulpilot’stip.

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Reference Documentation Reference Manuals
DOCUMENT GDL 69/69A SiriusXM Satellite Radio Activation Instructions GDL84 /88ADS-BTransceiverPilot’sGuide G500(H)/G600/G700TXiPilot’sGuide GTX335 /345All-In-OneADS-BTransponderPilot’sGuide Telligence Voice Command Guide

P/N 190-00355-04 190-01122-03 190-01717-10 190-01499-00 190-01007-50

Reference Websites

WEBSITE

ADDRESS

Aviation Limited Warranty https://www.garmin.com/en-US/legal/aviation-limited- warranty

Database Concierge

Go to http://www.flygarmin.com/support and select Database Management.

ADS-B Academy

https://www.garmin.com/us/intheair/ads-b

Connext

http://www.garmin.com/connext

FAA Dynamic Regulatory System

https://drs.faa.gov

GTN Essentials 2.0 eLearning Course

https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/pn/AVNE-GM765P-B1

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1 SYSTEM AT A GLANCE ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 1-1 Overview …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………1-2 Unit Configurations …………………………………………………………………………… 1-3 Apps & Features ………………………………………………………………………………… 1-4 Pilot Interface ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1-5 Bezel ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1-5 SD Card Slot …………………………………………………………………………………….. 1-7 Touchscreen …………………………………………………………………………………….. 1-8 Gestures ………………………………………………………………………………………. 1-8 Keys …………………………………………………………………………………………… 1-9 Menus ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 1-11 Tabs …………………………………………………………………………………………. 1-12 Keyboards …………………………………………………………………………………… 1-12 Control Knobs ………………………………………………………………………………… 1-14 Page Navigation Labels ………………………………………………………………….. 1-15 Knob Function Indicators ……………………………………………………………….. 1-16 Screenshots …………………………………………………………………………………. 1-18 Color Conventions …………………………………………………………………………… 1-19 Compatible Equipment ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1-20 Line Replaceable Units ……………………………………………………………………… 1-20
2 GET STARTED ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-1 Power Up ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..2-2 Remote Database Confirmation …………………………………………………………… 2-4 Preset Fuel Quantities …………………………………………………………………………. 2-6 Instrument Panel Self-Test …………………………………………………………………… 2-8 Databases ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….2-9 Database Effective Cycles ………………………………………………………………….. 2-10 Database Conflicts …………………………………………………………………………… 2-11 Active and Standby Databases …………………………………………………………… 2-12 Database Info ………………………………………………………………………………. 2-12 Database Updates ……………………………………………………………………………. 2-14 Manual Updates …………………………………………………………………………… 2-15 Automatic Updates ………………………………………………………………………. 2-19 Load Databases from an SD Card ……………………………………………………. 2-21 Transfer Databases Using Database Concierge …………………………………… 2-22 Synchronize Databases Across Multiple Units …………………………………….. 2-24 Stream Charts ……………………………………………………………………………… 2-28 Connectivity ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-30 Wi-Fi Password ……………………………………………………………………………….. 2-31 Flight Stream 210/510 Setup ……………………………………………………………… 2-32 Set Up Bluetooth ………………………………………………………………………….. 2-33 Import a Flight Plan ………………………………………………………………………. 2-34 Set Up Wi-Fi ………………………………………………………………………………… 2-34 COM ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-36 COM Standby Control Panel ……………………………………………………………… 2-36 COM Volume Controls ………………………………………………………………….. 2-37 Open Squelch ……………………………………………………………………………… 2-37 COM Radio Setup ……………………………………………………………………………. 2-38 Set COM Channel Spacing …………………………………………………………….. 2-39

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Revert Knob Function to Radio Control …………………………………………….. 2-40 Access Remote Unit Radio Functions ……………………………………………….. 2-40 Enable Reverse Frequency Look- up ………………………………………………….. 2-41 Adjust Sidetone Volume Offset ……………………………………………………….. 2-42 Tuning & Monitoring ……………………………………………………………………….. 2-43 Direct Tuning ………………………………………………………………………………. 2-44 Transfer Frequency to Active (Flip-Flop) …………………………………………….. 2-47 Remote Radio Control …………………………………………………………………… 2-48 Monitor Mode …………………………………………………………………………….. 2-50 Frequency Selection …………………………………………………………………………. 2-51 Search Tabs …………………………………………………………………………………. 2-51 Remote Frequency Selection …………………………………………………………… 2-52 Emergency Frequency ……………………………………………………………………. 2-52 Create User Frequencies ……………………………………………………………………. 2-53 COM Alert ……………………………………………………………………………………… 2-55 Stuck Microphone ………………………………………………………………………… 2-55 NAV ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-56 Frequency Tuning & Selection ……………………………………………………………. 2-56 Direct Tuning ………………………………………………………………………………. 2-56 Search Tabs …………………………………………………………………………………. 2-57 IDENT ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-58 NAV Alert ………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-58 Audio Panel ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-59 Audio Panel Controls ……………………………………………………………………….. 2-59 Mic Setup …………………………………………………………………………………… 2-61 3D Audio ……………………………………………………………………………………. 2-62 MARKER Audio ……………………………………………………………………………. 2-62 Intercom ………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-63 Intercom Modes …………………………………………………………………………… 2-63 Intercom Setup …………………………………………………………………………….. 2-64 Music Setup ………………………………………………………………………………… 2-64 Telephone Setup ………………………………………………………………………….. 2-65 Bluetooth Audio …………………………………………………………………………… 2-65 Telligence Voice Command ……………………………………………………………….. 2-66 Voice Command Setup ………………………………………………………………….. 2-67 Audio Panel Alert …………………………………………………………………………….. 2-68 XPDR …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-69 XPDR Control Panel …………………………………………………………………………. 2-69 XPDR Setup ……………………………………………………………………………………. 2-70 Enable ADS-B Out Transmissions …………………………………………………….. 2-70 Assign a Flight ID ………………………………………………………………………….. 2-70 XPDR Modes …………………………………………………………………………………… 2-71 Squawk Code Keys ………………………………………………………………………….. 2-72 VFR …………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-72 XPDR Key ……………………………………………………………………………………. 2-72 XPDR Alert ……………………………………………………………………………………… 2-74 ADS-B Altitude Reporting ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-75 ADS-B Control Panel ………………………………………………………………………… 2-75 ADS-B Key ………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-76

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Enable Anonymous Mode ……………………………………………………………… 2-76 Assign a Flight ID ………………………………………………………………………….. 2-77 GDL 88 Alert …………………………………………………………………………………… 2-77 Pilot Settings ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-78 CDI Scale ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-79 Horizontal Alarm Limits …………………………………………………………………. 2-80 ILS CDI Capture ……………………………………………………………………………. 2-81 Startup Page …………………………………………………………………………………… 2-81 Keyboard Type ………………………………………………………………………………… 2-82 Nearest Airport Runway Criteria …………………………………………………………. 2-83 Clocks & Timers ………………………………………………………………………………. 2-84 Timers ………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-84 Clock …………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-84 Page Shortcuts ………………………………………………………………………………… 2-85 Alerts Settings …………………………………………………………………………………. 2-86 Arrival Alerts ……………………………………………………………………………….. 2-86 Airspace Alerts …………………………………………………………………………….. 2-86 Unit Selections ………………………………………………………………………………… 2-87 User Selected NAV Angle ………………………………………………………………. 2-88 Position Formats …………………………………………………………………………… 2-88 Click Volume ………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-90 Click Volume Control ……………………………………………………………………. 2-90 HTAWS Voice Alert Options …………………………………………………………… 2-90 Display Brightness Control ………………………………………………………………… 2-91 Automatic Brightness Control …………………………………………………………. 2-91 Manual Brightness Control …………………………………………………………….. 2-91 Scheduled Messages ………………………………………………………………………… 2-92 Message Types …………………………………………………………………………….. 2-92 Modifying Scheduled Messages ………………………………………………………. 2-92 Crossfill ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-93 GTN to GTN Data …………………………………………………………………………. 2-93 GTN to GNS Data …………………………………………………………………………. 2-94 Status Indications ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-95 Alert Types ……………………………………………………………………………………… 2-95 Alert Annunciations ………………………………………………………………………. 2-96 Pop-up Alerts ………………………………………………………………………………. 2-97 Aural Alerts …………………………………………………………………………………. 2-99 System Status …………………………………………………………………………………. 2-99 GPS Status ……………………………………………………………………………………. 2-100 Circle of Uncertainty ……………………………………………………………………. 2-102 SBAS Providers …………………………………………………………………………… 2-103 GPS Status Annunciations ……………………………………………………………. 2-103 GPS Alerts …………………………………………………………………………………. 2-104 LRU Status ……………………………………………………………………………………. 2-105 Logs …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-106 Data Logging at a Glance ………………………………………………………………… 2-107 File Naming Conventions ……………………………………………………………… 2-109 Exporting Data Logs to an SD Card …………………………………………………… 2-110 Data Logging with Flight Stream 510 ………………………………………………… 2-112

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3 NAVIGATION …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3-1 Map …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..3-4 Map Setup ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-8 Map Display Orientation ………………………………………………………………….. 3-9 North Up Above …………………………………………………………………………….. 3-9 Visual Approach …………………………………………………………………………… 3-10 Auto Zoom …………………………………………………………………………………. 3-11 Track Vector ………………………………………………………………………………… 3-12 Altitude Constraints ……………………………………………………………………… 3-12 Glide Range Ring …………………………………………………………………………. 3-13 NAV Range Ring ………………………………………………………………………….. 3-17 Fuel Range Ring …………………………………………………………………………… 3-17 TOPO Scale …………………………………………………………………………………. 3-18 Chart Color Scheme ……………………………………………………………………… 3-18 Selected Altitude Range Arc …………………………………………………………… 3-19 Aviation Selections …………………………………………………………………………… 3-20 SafeTaxi ……………………………………………………………………………………… 3-22 Airspace Selections ………………………………………………………………………….. 3-24 Smart Airspace …………………………………………………………………………….. 3-25 Land Selections ……………………………………………………………………………….. 3-26 Traffic & Weather Selections ……………………………………………………………… 3-27 Map Interactions ……………………………………………………………………………… 3-28 Basic Interactions ………………………………………………………………………….. 3-28 Graphical Flight Plan Editing …………………………………………………………… 3-31 Map Overlays ………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-36 Overlay Controls …………………………………………………………………………… 3-36 Overlay Status Icons ……………………………………………………………………… 3-40 User Fields ……………………………………………………………………………………… 3-41 Non-map User Fields …………………………………………………………………….. 3-45 Map Detail ……………………………………………………………………………………… 3-47 Charts ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3-48 Chart Setup ……………………………………………………………………………………. 3-50 Chart Selection ……………………………………………………………………………….. 3-51 Aircraft Position Icon ………………………………………………………………………… 3-53 Waypoints ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3-54 Waypoint Information ………………………………………………………………………. 3-55 Common Page Features ………………………………………………………………… 3-56 Waypoint Specific Page Features …………………………………………………….. 3-57 Waypoint Selection ………………………………………………………………………….. 3-59 Waypoint Autofill …………………………………………………………………………. 3-59 FastFind Predictive Waypoint Entry ………………………………………………….. 3-60 Search Tabs …………………………………………………………………………………. 3-61 Create User Waypoints …………………………………………………………………….. 3-63 Define Waypoint Criteria ……………………………………………………………….. 3-65 Create a User Waypoint ………………………………………………………………… 3-67 Edit an Existing User Waypoint ……………………………………………………….. 3-68 Delete User Waypoints ………………………………………………………………….. 3-69 Import User Waypoints …………………………………………………………………….. 3-70 Nearest ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-72

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Active Flight Plan ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-74 Create a Flight Plan ………………………………………………………………………….. 3-78 Airway Options ……………………………………………………………………………….. 3-79
Collapse All Airways ……………………………………………………………………… 3-79 Sort Airways ………………………………………………………………………………… 3-80 En Route Vertical Navigation ……………………………………………………………… 3-81 Define a VNAV Profile …………………………………………………………………… 3-82 Altitude Constraints ……………………………………………………………………… 3-83 VNAV Direct To …………………………………………………………………………… 3-87 Transition to Approach ………………………………………………………………….. 3-87 Temperature Compensated Altitude ………………………………………………… 3-88 OBS ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3-89 Dead Reckoning ………………………………………………………………………………. 3-90 Parallel Track …………………………………………………………………………………… 3-91 Invert Flight Plan ……………………………………………………………………………… 3-93 Edit Data Fields ……………………………………………………………………………….. 3-93 Flight Plan Catalog …………………………………………………………………………… 3-94 Catalog Route Options ………………………………………………………………….. 3-95 Flight Plan Waypoint Options …………………………………………………………. 3-97 Import a Flight Plan ………………………………………………………………………….. 3-98 Import Options …………………………………………………………………………….. 3-98 Potential Import Errors …………………………………………………………………… 3-99 Along Track Offsets …………………………………………………………………………. 3-99 User Holds ……………………………………………………………………………………. 3-101 Hold at Waypoint Options ……………………………………………………………. 3-101 Search and Rescue Patterns ……………………………………………………………… 3-103 SAR Pattern Options ……………………………………………………………………. 3-103 SAR Flight Plan Options ……………………………………………………………….. 3-105 Flight Plan Map Overlays …………………………………………………………………. 3-106 Leg Status Indications ………………………………………………………………….. 3-106 Along Track Offset Indications ………………………………………………………. 3-107 Altitude Constraint Labels ……………………………………………………………. 3-108 User Airport Symbol ……………………………………………………………………. 3-109 Fly-over Waypoint Symbol ……………………………………………………………. 3-110 CDI ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-111 GPS Nav Status Bar ………………………………………………………………………… 3-112 Direct To ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3-113 Direct To Basics ……………………………………………………………………………… 3-113 Direct To Search Tabs ………………………………………………………………….. 3-114 Direct To Activation …………………………………………………………………….. 3-115 Navigating Direct To ……………………………………………………………………. 3-117 Remove a Direct Course ………………………………………………………………. 3-118 User Holds ……………………………………………………………………………………. 3-119 Search and Rescue Patterns ……………………………………………………………… 3-120 Procedures ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-121 Flight Procedure Basics ……………………………………………………………………. 3-122 Localizer or VOR-based Approaches ………………………………………………. 3-124 GPS Flight Phase Annunciations …………………………………………………….. 3-125 Departures ……………………………………………………………………………………. 3-127

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Flight Plan Departure Options ……………………………………………………….. 3-127 Arrivals ………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-128
Flight Plan Arrival Options ……………………………………………………………. 3-128 Approaches ………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-129
Flight Plan Approach Options ……………………………………………………….. 3-131 Missed Approach ……………………………………………………………………….. 3-132 Approach Hold …………………………………………………………………………… 3-133 DME Arc …………………………………………………………………………………… 3-136 RF Legs …………………………………………………………………………………….. 3-137 Vectors to Final ………………………………………………………………………….. 3-137 ILS Approach ……………………………………………………………………………… 3-138 VOR+V Approaches …………………………………………………………………….. 3-138 RNAV Approaches ………………………………………………………………………. 3-139 Visual Approach …………………………………………………………………………. 3-145 Autopilot Outputs ………………………………………………………………………. 3-147 4 PLANNING ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4-1 VCALC ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4-4 Define a VCALC Profile ………………………………………………………………………. 4-4 VCALC Setup ……………………………………………………………………………………. 4-6 Trip Planning …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4-7 Trip Planning Modes ………………………………………………………………………….. 4-7 Trip Statistics …………………………………………………………………………………….. 4-9 Fuel Planning ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4-11 Fuel Planning Modes ………………………………………………………………………… 4-11 Fuel Statistics ………………………………………………………………………………….. 4-13 DALT/TAS/Wind Calculator …………………………………………………………………………………………… 4-15 Edit Input Data ………………………………………………………………………………… 4-16 DALT/TAS/Wind Statistics ………………………………………………………………….. 4-17 RAIM Prediction ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4-18 Calculate RAIM Status ………………………………………………………………………. 4-19 Checklists ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4-20 View a Checklist ……………………………………………………………………………… 4-21 5 HAZARD AWARENESS ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-1 Weather Awareness …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….5-3 Datalink Weather ………………………………………………………………………………. 5-3 WX Info Banner ……………………………………………………………………………… 5-5 WX Display Orientation …………………………………………………………………… 5-5 WX Display/Map Settings ………………………………………………………………… 5-6 Datalink Weather Products ………………………………………………………………….. 5-7 Product Age ………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-9 Product Legends …………………………………………………………………………… 5-11 Altitude Adjustment Keys ………………………………………………………………. 5-11 Airport Icons ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5-11 Precipitation ………………………………………………………………………………… 5-12 Textual AIRMETs …………………………………………………………………………… 5-16 Graphical AIRMETs ……………………………………………………………………….. 5-17 AIREPs ………………………………………………………………………………………… 5-19 Cell Movements …………………………………………………………………………… 5-20 Center Weather Advisory ………………………………………………………………. 5-21

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City Forecast ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5-21 Clouds ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-22 County Warnings …………………………………………………………………………. 5-23 Cyclone ………………………………………………………………………………………. 5-23 Echo Tops …………………………………………………………………………………… 5-24 Freezing Levels …………………………………………………………………………….. 5-24 Icing …………………………………………………………………………………………. 5-25 Lightning ……………………………………………………………………………………. 5-27 METARs and TAFs ………………………………………………………………………… 5-28 PIREPs ………………………………………………………………………………………… 5-29 SIGMETs …………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-30 Surface Analysis …………………………………………………………………………… 5-30 TFRs …………………………………………………………………………………………. 5-31 Turbulence ………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-32 Winds Aloft …………………………………………………………………………………. 5-33 SiriusXM Weather ……………………………………………………………………………. 5-35 Activate SiriusXM Services ……………………………………………………………… 5-35 SiriusXM Weather Setup ………………………………………………………………… 5-37 FIS-B Weather …………………………………………………………………………………. 5-38 Data Transmission Limitations …………………………………………………………. 5-38 FIS-B Product Status ……………………………………………………………………… 5-40 FIS-B Weather Setup ……………………………………………………………………… 5-41 Raw Text Reports …………………………………………………………………………. 5-42 FIS-B Ground Reception Status ……………………………………………………….. 5-44 Connext Weather ……………………………………………………………………………. 5-45 Connext Weather Setup ………………………………………………………………… 5-46 Connext Data Requests …………………………………………………………………. 5-47 Stormscope …………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-49 Stormscope Setup ………………………………………………………………………… 5-50 Stormscope Modes & Symbols ………………………………………………………… 5-50 Strike Rate …………………………………………………………………………………… 5-51 Views …………………………………………………………………………………………. 5-51 Airborne Weather Radar …………………………………………………………………… 5-53 Weather Radar Setup ……………………………………………………………………. 5-56 Radar Modes ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5-60 Radar Controls …………………………………………………………………………….. 5-63 Radar Alerts ………………………………………………………………………………… 5-67 Traffic Awareness …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-69 Traffic Display …………………………………………………………………………………. 5-70 Traffic Setup …………………………………………………………………………………… 5-73 Traffic Test ………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-74 Altitude Filtering …………………………………………………………………………… 5-74 Traffic Interactions …………………………………………………………………………… 5-75 Mute Alert ………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-75 Traffic Types …………………………………………………………………………………… 5-76 TIS-A …………………………………………………………………………………………. 5-76 TCAD 9900B ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5-78 TCAD 9900BX ……………………………………………………………………………… 5-80 Ryan TCAD 9900BX with GDL 88 ……………………………………………………. 5-81

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TAS/TCAS I ………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-83 TCAS II ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-85 ADS-B ………………………………………………………………………………………… 5-88 Traffic Alerting ………………………………………………………………………………… 5-94 Alerting Parameters ………………………………………………………………………. 5-95 Terrain Awareness ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5-96 Terrain Configurations ……………………………………………………………………… 5-96 GPS Altitude for Terrain …………………………………………………………………. 5-97 Database Limitations ………………………………………………………………………… 5-98 Terrain Display ………………………………………………………………………………… 5-99 Terrain Setup ………………………………………………………………………………… 5-100 Terrain Proximity ……………………………………………………………………………. 5-102 Terrain Elevation Depictions ………………………………………………………….. 5-102 Obstacle Elevation Depictions ……………………………………………………….. 5-103 Alert Types ………………………………………………………………………………… 5-105 Alerting Thresholds …………………………………………………………………….. 5-107 Overriding Flaps- based FIT alerting ………………………………………………… 5-112 Terrain Alerting ……………………………………………………………………………… 5-114 Alert Inhibit, TAWS & Terrain Alerting ……………………………………………….. 5-118 TAWS-B ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-119 TAWS-B Setup Selections …………………………………………………………….. 5-119 TAWS-B Alerts ……………………………………………………………………………. 5-120 TAWS-A ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 5-123 TAWS-A Setup Selections …………………………………………………………….. 5-123 TAWS-A Alerts …………………………………………………………………………… 5-124 HTAWS/(H)Terrain Alerting ………………………………………………………………. 5-135 HTAWS Setup Selections ……………………………………………………………… 5-136 HTAWS Alerts ……………………………………………………………………………. 5-137 6 ABNORMAL OPERATIONS ………………………………………………………………………………… 6-1 Emergency Modes at a Glance ………………………………………………………………………………………..6-2 Smart Glide …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….6-4 How it Works ……………………………………………………………………………………. 6-5 Enable Smart Glide Activation ……………………………………………………………. 6-11 Activate Smart Glide ………………………………………………………………………… 6-11 View Smart Glide Status Information …………………………………………………… 6-13 Tune Transponder ……………………………………………………………………………. 6-16 View Smart Glide Information on Map ………………………………………………… 6-17 Select an Alternate Airport on Map …………………………………………………….. 6-19 Find Alternate Airport ………………………………………………………………………. 6-20 Deactivate Smart Glide ……………………………………………………………………… 6-21 Smart Glide Alerts ……………………………………………………………………………. 6-22 System Failure Alerts …………………………………………………………………….. 6-27 Emergency Descent …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6-28 EDM Activation ……………………………………………………………………………….. 6-28 Manual Activation ………………………………………………………………………… 6-29 Automatic Activation …………………………………………………………………….. 6-29 7 SERVICES ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7-1 SiriusXM Audio Entertainment ………………………………………………………………………………………..7-3 SiriusXM Audio Activation …………………………………………………………………… 7-4

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Adjust Radio Volume …………………………………………………………………………. 7-5 Direct Channel Tuning ……………………………………………………………………….. 7-5 Browse Music Channels ……………………………………………………………………… 7-6 Assign Channel Presets ………………………………………………………………………. 7-7 XM Data Link Failure ………………………………………………………………………….. 7-8 Connext Services ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7-9 Phone ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 7-9
Phone Volume …………………………………………………………………………….. 7-11 Phone Status Annunciations …………………………………………………………… 7-11 Suppress Visuals …………………………………………………………………………… 7-12 In-Call Distribution ……………………………………………………………………….. 7-12 Outgoing Calls …………………………………………………………………………….. 7-13 Incoming Calls ……………………………………………………………………………… 7-14 SMS Text ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 7-15 Message Filtering & Setup Options ………………………………………………….. 7-16 Send a Text Message …………………………………………………………………….. 7-17 Receiving Text Messages ……………………………………………………………….. 7-19 Position Reports ………………………………………………………………………………. 7-20 Position Report Data ……………………………………………………………………… 7-20 Position Reporting Status Annunciations …………………………………………… 7-21 Counters & Timers ………………………………………………………………………… 7-22 Position Reporting ………………………………………………………………………… 7-22 Contacts ………………………………………………………………………………………… 7-23 Create a Contact ………………………………………………………………………….. 7-23 Find a Contact ……………………………………………………………………………… 7-24 Contact Options …………………………………………………………………………… 7-24 8 MESSAGES ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8-1 Advisory Messages ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………8-2 Message Key …………………………………………………………………………………….. 8-3 Airspace Advisories ……………………………………………………………………………. 8-3 Database Advisories …………………………………………………………………………… 8-4 Datalink Advisories …………………………………………………………………………….. 8-6 Flight Plan Advisories …………………………………………………………………………. 8-8 GPS/WAAS Advisories ………………………………………………………………………. 8-10 Navigation Advisories ……………………………………………………………………….. 8-11 Pilot Specified Advisories …………………………………………………………………… 8-14 Smart Glide Advisories ……………………………………………………………………… 8-15 System Hardware Advisories ……………………………………………………………… 8-17 Audio Panel Advisories ………………………………………………………………….. 8-21 COM Radio Advisories …………………………………………………………………… 8-22 XPDR Advisories …………………………………………………………………………… 8-24 Terrain Advisories …………………………………………………………………………….. 8-25 Traffic System Advisories …………………………………………………………………… 8-26 VCALC Advisories ……………………………………………………………………………. 8-27 VLOC/GS Advisories …………………………………………………………………………. 8-28 Waypoint Advisories ………………………………………………………………………… 8-29 Weather Service Advisories ……………………………………………………………….. 8-30 9 QUALIFICATION …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9-1 Glove Qualification ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9-2

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Voice Command Qualification ………………………………………………………………………………………..9-6 10 PRACTICE ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………10-1
Demo Mode ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10-2 Enable Demo Mode …………………………………………………………………………. 10-2 Demo Setup Options ………………………………………………………………………… 10-4
Advanced Settings ………………………………………………………………………… 10-5 11 GLOSSARY …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..11-1 12 REGULATORY INFORMATION ……………………………………………………………………..12-1
Compliance ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12-2 FCC Compliance Statement ………………………………………………………………. 12-2 AC 90-100A Statement of Compliance ………………………………………………………………….. 12-2 Software License Agreement ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 12-3

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OVERVIEW…………………………………………………………………………………………………..1-2 PILOT INTERFACE …………………………………………………………………………………….1-5 COMPATIBLE EQUIPMENT…………………………………………………………………. 1-20

System at a Glance
Overview
Two series of panel mount navigators comprise the GTN Xi Series. The primary difference between these displays is the size of the screen.

4.9″GTN650XiSeries GTN 625Xi GTN 635Xi GTN 650Xi

6.9″GTN750XiSeries GTN 725Xi GTN 750Xi

Due to its large-format display, the GTN 750Xi Series comes loaded with terminal procedure charts, including departure, arrival, and approach plates.

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Unit Configurations
GTN 625Xi

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GTN 635Xi

GPS/MFD
GTN 650Xi

GPS/MFD/COM

GTN 725Xi

GPS/MFD/COM/NAV
GTN 750Xi

GPS/MFD

GPS/MFD/COM/NAV

COMPARISON TABLE

GTN Xi 625 635 650 725 750

GPS/MFD · · · · ·

COM Radio
· ·
·

NAV Radio

Chart Display

Weather Radar

Remote Audio Panel

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Apps & Features

COMMON FEATURES Airways Arrivals Approaches Automatic Database Updates1 CDI Checklists Database Concierge Access2 Datalink Weather1 Departures Flight Plan Graphical Flight Planning Iridium Phone/SMS1 Moving Map Remote Transponder Control1 SafeTaxi SiriusXM Music1 Smart Glide1 Stormscope1 TAWS/HTAWS1 Telligence Voice Command1 Traffic1 Waypoints (includes user-generated and nearest waypoint info) VNAV Descent1

While features vary depending on model and unit configuration, all models share many of the same features.

1 Optional. Function availability dependent upon aircraft interfaces or enablement. 2 Requires Wi-Fi connection via Flight Stream 510.

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Bezel
The bezel provides a combination of mechanical knobs and push-keys. Active touch areas on the display screen allow access to unit apps and features.

GTN 750Xi Series

5

7

2

Touchscreen 1
3 4 6

GTN 650Xi Series

5

7

1

3

Touchscreen

2

4

6

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1 Bezel

3 Home Key

6 Inner & Outer

Ledges provide hand

Provides direct

Knobs

stability when

access to the

Multipurpose dual

performing data entry

Home page.

concentric knob

and making

allows data entry,

selections.

list scrolling, map

2 SD Card Slot Interface for loading

4 Direct To Key
Opens the Direct To function for immediate course

range control, page navigation, and NAV/COM frequency tuning.

database, exporting

setting.

log files, and updating

software.

Compatibility with

Flight Stream 510

5

allows wireless

database transfer

from the Garmin Pilot

app on a portable

electronic device via

Database Concierge.

7
Volume/Squelch Knob Allows audio volume adjustment for the active COM radio, NAV receiver, or connected external audio

Photocell
Measures cockpit ambient light level to automatically adjust display brightness for day and night.

panel. COM squelch

and NAV ident

functionality

accessible via knob

push.

Home Key Shortcuts
GTN 650Xi Series: Pushing and holding the Home key provides direct access to Default Navigation features.
GTN 750Xi Series: Pushing and holding the Home key provides direct access to the moving map.
Direct To Key Shortcut
For airframes without a dedicated Smart Glide switch, pushing and holding the Direct To key for 2 seconds activates the Smart Glide feature.1
1 Applicable only to systems configured for Smart Glide.

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SD Card Slot

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NOTE
Do not remove or insert an SD card while in flight. Always verify the system is powered off before inserting or removing an SD card.

FEATURE LIMITATIONS · SD card in the FAT32 format, with memory capacity between 8 GB and 32 GB

The navigator uses the SD card slot for the following tasks.

· Exporting data logs

· Enabling Flight Stream 510 connectivity

· Capturing screen images

· Updating databases

· Upgrading software

INSERT AN SD CARD
When inserting an SD card: 1. Verify unit power is off and the slot is empty. 2. Hold card such that label faces left edge of display screen. 3. Ensure back edge of card is flush with display bezel after insertion.
EJECT AN SD CARD
1. Power off the unit. 2. Release the spring latch by pressing lightly on exposed edge of card.

For Mac Users
Do not use macOS to format an SD card or the Flight Stream 510 wireless transceiver if you plan to use either as a media storage device for updating databases.
In the event there is a file corruption problem with the SD card (including the wireless transceiver when used as a database storage device), it may be necessary to reformat the card. This can cause an issue when formatting the SD card using macOS, where the newly formatted card will not be recognized by the avionics system. When using a Macintosh computer to format the SD card, or the wireless transceiver, Garmin recommends using the SD Memory Card Formatter application available as a download from SDcard.org. When running the application, use the Quick Format option.

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Touchscreen
A multi-touch color display provides onscreen controls for unit operation.

Gestures
TAP
TAP AND HOLD SWIPE
FLICK

Touching the screen briefly with a single finger.
Use this gesture for: · Opening a page or menu · Activating a command key or data entry field · Displaying map feature information · Selecting an option within an application
Certain momentary controls (e.g., directional arrow keys) provide a secondary tap and hold function. Tap the key and hold your finger in place until the desired action occurs.
Use this gesture for: · Scrolling with arrow keys · Increasing/decreasing values continuously
A smooth motion that involves touching an object, then sliding your finger across the screen and lifting up.
Use this gesture for: · Accessing multiple panes (right or left swipes) · Viewing and scrolling lists · Panning across a map display
Swiping the screen in a quick upward or downward motion. Information moves at a fast speed (faster than if holding the arrow key), then slows to a stop.
Use this gesture for scrolling an item list.

PINCH & STRETCH

Touch any map with two fingers at the same time, then bring the fingers close together (pinch) or spread them apart (stretch). Just remember: stretch to zoom in and pinch to zoom out.
Use this gesture for magnifying map features.

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Keys
COMMON COMMANDS

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Open the system messages list. A flashing icon indicates unread messages.

Open a context menu.

Cancel an active function without inputting data.

Return to the previous page.

Select the corresponding item (e.g., database update). A check mark confirms selection.

Confirm the requested action (e.g., removing a flight plan waypoint)

Move the cursor back a single space at a time.

Input a specified value.

Zoom Control & Scale
Change the current magnification by tapping In or Out.

Directional Keys
Increment or decrement setting values by tapping these directional keys. Tap and hold to increase or decrease the value continuously.

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System at a Glance FUNCTION KEYS

On

Off

APP ICONS
Home Page Icons 1

Toggle keys turn a specific function on or off. The current state of the function is indicated below the key label.
Tapping one of these icons opens the corresponding application. Some apps provide additional icons for accessing functions on subpages (e.g., System, Utilities).

Optional Weather Menu Icons

Additional icons are available when certain optional features are installed and the associated functions are enabled (e.g., Music, Phone, SXM Weather).

1 Actual icons dependent upon model type and configuration.

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Menus
Menus group related controls into an expandable pane, allowing access to multiple functions on a single page. Depending on the number of available functions, a menu may comprise more than one pane.
POP-UP MENUS
Pop-up menus open to the default or previously selected value.
Default or Current Setting
SLIDE OVER MENUS
These menus slide out from the bottom or sides of the display when an object or menu item is selected on the underlying page.
Underlying Page Hidden

LISTS
Scrollable lists group control keys related to a single function (e.g., selectable range options). Toggle keys either enable or disable list items.
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Tabs
Tabs group information into individual panes. Content includes scrolling lists, data fields, function keys, or a combination of controls. Tabs are located along the left and right sides of a pane.

Active Tab

Inactive Tabs

Inactive Tabs

Keyboards
The navigator employs multiple keyboard types to serve specific settings and functions.

GTN 750Xi Series

Numeric keypads open on a single pane.

Enter keys always appear near the bottom of the display.

Numeric ABC

QWERTY

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System at a Glance GTN 650Xi SERIES Alphanumeric keyboards comprise multiple keysets that are accessible by way of swipe or key selection.
ABC keysets, GTN 650Xi Series
Selectable Keysets

Active Keyset

An indicator shows which keyset is active. Keys A through M are active by default.

For convenience, GTN 650Xi Series navigators provide a slider, allowing you to quickly select a group of five keys at any given time.

Slider, GTN 650Xi Series

Swiping the key selector left or right scrolls through all available keys.

Active Selection

Key Selector
Alphanumeric keyboards are customizable. You may select a keyboard type from the System Setup app. For more about this option, read Keyboard Type in section 2.

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Control Knobs

Outer

Inner

Dual Concentric Knob
Inner and outer control knobs offer an alternative method for selecting and modifying data without the use of touch keys.

Volume/Squelch Knob
A single volume knob controls audio volume for the selected COM radio, NAV receiver, and/or external audio input devices (e.g., remote audio panel).

Depending on configuration, pushing these knobs momentarily performs additional XPDR, COM, and/or NAV related functions.

VOLUME/SQUELCH KNOB FUNCTIONS

Knob Turn Knob Push

· Adjusting COM radio volume1 · Adjusting NAV radio volume2
· Disabling the COM automatic squelch function1 · Enabling/disabling the ident tone for the NAV radio2

DUAL CONCENTRIC KNOB FUNCTIONS

Outer Knob Turn
Inner Knob Turn
Knob Push

· Moving cursor forward or backward within data field · Selecting a page shortcut · Tuning major frequency digits1
· Modifying individual characters in data entry field · Scrolling lists · Tuning minor frequency digits1 · Zooming map displays
· Entering current or specified numerical value · Toggling between radio and page navigation functions1 · Initiating active/standby frequency flip-flop1

1 GTN 635Xi/GTN 650Xi/GTN 750Xi only. 2 GTN 650Xi/GTN 750Xi only.

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Page Navigation Labels
A locater bar works in conjunction with the outer control knob, providing quick access to the indicated page. Selectable page options are dependent upon configuration.

Locater

More Page Options

Shortcut Labels
Turning the outer knob clockwise or counter-clockwise moves the locater through available page options.

Active Page
A cyan background and border indicate active page and knob focus. Directional arrows show when more options are available.

Customizable Page Slots
GTN Xi Series navigators allow you to customize up to seven slots on the locater bar.
First and last slots are dedicated page shortcuts. Depending on unit type, slot 1 may open Map1 or Default Navigation features2. Slot 9, the last slot, opens the Nearest Airport menu.
1 GTN 750Xi Series only. 2 GTN 650Xi Series only.

For more about customizable page slots, read Page Shortcuts in section 2.

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Knob Function Indicators
Icons to the right of the bar indicate available knob functions. Indications include, but are not limited to:

Map Active

Flight Plan Active

Available functions:
· Map zoom · Set knob focus to COM
standby frequency

Available functions:
· Flight plan scrolling · Set knob focus to COM
standby frequency

Home Page Active

Available functions:
· Multiple pane scrolling (GTN 650Xi Series only)
· Set knob focus to COM standby frequency

Dual Concentric Knob Shortcuts
GTN 650Xi/750Xi For convenience, a three-way toggle function allows you to access radio controls quickly via knob push. A cyan border indicates changes in knob focus. This shortcut is useful when transitioning through the different control modes. Customization options allow you to set knob functionality according to preference. By default: · Pushing once enables standby COM frequency tuning. · Pushing twice enables standby NAV frequency tuning. · Pushing again returns to page navigation mode.
On some dual GTN Xi installations, more complex knob functions allow you to tune radio frequencies on both units from a single navigator. For more about the remote radio control feature, read Remote Radio Control in section 2.

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When GTN is not in page navigation mode, the available dual concentric knob functions annunciate at the bottom of the display.

COM Standby Frequency Active

Numeric Keypad Active

Available functions: · Set knob focus to NAV
standby frequency · Frequency tuning
Waypoint Identifier Keypad Active

Available functions: · Numeric data entry
Direct To Window Active

Available functions:
· Waypoint identifier entry

Available functions: · Direct-to waypoint editing · Activate direct-to course

Dual concentric knob control is set to Page Navigation by default. You may change this setting so that COM standby frequency control is the default knob function. For steps, read Revert Knob Function to Radio Control in section 2.

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Screenshots
FEATURE REQUIREMENTS · SD card in the FAT32 format, with memory capacity between 8 GB and 32 GB
Save images to an SD card at any time using Screenshot. 1. Verify that an SD card is present in the slot. 2. Go to the page of interest. 3. Push and hold the dual concentric knob. 4. With the knob depressed, push and release the Home key.
A camera icon momentarily shows in the annunciator bar indicating whether or not the image is captured.

Screenshot Successful
Image automatically saves to the print folder in the SD card root directory.
To view saved images, remove the SD card and open the print folder on a computer.

Screenshot Failed
Failures can occur if the SD card is:
· Full · Not present or fully seated · Corrupt and needs reformatting · Damaged

For more about proper SD card installation, read SD Card Slot.

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Color Conventions

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Red · Warning conditions
Yellow · Cautionary conditions
Green · Safe operating conditions · Engaged modes · Active COM frequency White · Scales and markings · Current data and values Magenta · GPS data · Active flight plan legs Cyan · Selectable references · Glide range and best glide airport indications · Standby frequencies Gray · Missing or expired data · Product unavailable Blue · Water

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Compatible Equipment

Line Replaceable Units

OPTIONAL LRUs ADC AHRS Autopilot DME Flight Stream 210/510 G3X Touch G5 G500/G600 G500(H)/G600/G700 TXi GAD 42 Adapter GDL 69/69A SiriusXM Datalink GDL 88/GTX 345 ADS-B Transceiver GI 275 GMA 35/350 GMX 200 GSR 56 Satellite Datalink GTX Transponders MX20 Radar Altimeter Remote GTN Stormscope TAS/TCAS
OPTIONAL INTERFACES TCAS II Airborne Weather Radar (GTN 750Xi Series only)

The system consists of multiple LRUs, which are installed behind the instrument panel or in a separate avionics bay. Their modular design aids system maintenance and unit replacement.
Optional LRUs may include compatible equipment from either Garmin or a third party manufacturer. These vary by unit and installation type (VFR or IFR).
Some LRUs provide features that require registration and/or enablement prior to activation.
Compatible LRUs are not limited to the devices shown here. Check unit software version for compatibility.

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POWER UP ………………………………………………………………………………………………….2-2 DATABASES…………………………………………………………………………………………………2-9 CONNECTIVITY………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-30 COM…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2-36 NAV ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-56 AUDIO PANEL…………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-59 XPDR …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2-69 ADS-B ALTITUDE REPORTING…………………………………………………………… 2-75 PILOT SETTINGS…………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-78 STATUS INDICATIONS …………………………………………………………………………. 2-95 LOGS……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 2-106

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Power Up
Theunitreceivespowerdirectlyfromtheaircraft’selectricalsystem.Uponpower-up, the bezel key backlight momentarily illuminates. System failure annunciations typically disappear within the first 30 seconds after power-up.

Splash Page
“CheckingforDatabases…”annunciatesastheunitchecks for available database updates.

Databases automatically update during power up when newer database versions are available.
The splash page shows the transfer status of each new database for the unit and any configured LRUs using the Database SYNC function. Remaining on this page allows the unit and all compatible LRUs to automatically restart and complete database activation.

You may advance to another page during this process by tapping Continue. However, a manual system restart will be required to activate databases at a later time.

GTN Xi allows multiple methods for updating databases. For more about the update methods available with your system, read Database Updates.

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Database Start-up Page

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Start-up pages present the unit software versions and the name and status of all installed databases. From here you may: · View available databases:
Tap Databases. · Advance to the next page:
Tap Continue.

WI-FI SETUP ACCESS
If a Flight Stream 510 wireless transceiver is present, the WiFi Info key appears in the control bar. Tapping this key opens a setup page. Read Set Up Wi-Fi for instructions.
FUEL SETUP ACCESS
Fuel settings may be accessible from the start-up page depending on configuration. If databases require attention (e.g., an expired or mismatched database exists), the Fuel Setup key appears in the control bar. Tapping this key opens a menu of fuel setup options. Read Preset Fuel Quantities for instructions.

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Remote Database Confirmation
FEATURE REQUIREMENTS GTN Xi software v20.20 or later and any one of the following:
· Second GTN Xi Series navigator · GDU TXi1 · GI 275
GTN Xi software v20.2x: SD cards containing databases must be removed from the second GTN Xi Series navigator and/or GDU TXi unit(s).
FEATURE LIMITATIONS Available for the following installations only.
· Dual GTN Xi · GTN Xi/GDU TXi1 · GTN Xi/GI 2752

Start-up Page, Primary GTN Xi

Confirm database information for all configured GTN Xi, GDU TXi, and/or GI 275 units from the start-up page of the primary GTN Xi.
A message informs you when databases are up to date. Note the date that the next database is set to expire.

A check mark means that no databases require attention.
Access keys allow you to view database information for all configured GTN Xi, GDU TXi, and GI 275 units in the system.1, 2
· View the available database updates for each unit: Tap Database Updates. · View a list of databases for each configured unit: Tap View All Databases. · Advance to the next page: Tap Continue.
1 Requires GDU TXi software v3.30 or later. 2 Applicable only to GTN Xi software v20.30 and later & GI 275 software v2.60 and later.

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HOW IT WORKS
Upon power up, database information for each configured GTN Xi and GDU TXi in the system is sent to the primary GTN Xi for pilot acknowledgment. All other capable LRUs automatically skip the database start-up page once it is determined that no database issues exist.
· If the database of a configured LRU is corrupt or missing: The unit will display its database list and indicate the database in question. Confirmation via the primary GTN Xi will still occur for all other configured units if their databases are present and not corrupt.
· If an SD card containing databases is installed in the LRU: Remote database confirmation will not be available for that unit.
Read more about database conflicts and effective cycles in the Databases section.

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Preset Fuel Quantities
CAUTION
Ensure that estimated fuel quantity values are accurate before flight.
FEATURE LIMITATIONS 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. Fuel setup keys reside on the start-up page or the Instrument Panel Self-Test page depending on unit configuration.

Fuel on Board
Specify the current fuel quantity.
Tapping this key opens a keypad. Presetkeysfor”full”and”tabs” 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.

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FUEL CAPACITY ENTRY KEYS 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

Fuel capacity units are set in the System Units app.

From the Home page: Tap System > Units > Fuel, and select the preferred units.

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Instrument Panel Self-Test
FEATURE LIMITATIONS This feature is available only for installations with either a non-Garmin EHSI or a mechanical HSI/CDI. Self-test page availability is dependent upon dealer configuration.
Toensuresafeoperation,continuousbuilt-intestfeaturesexercisetheunit’s processor, memory, external inputs, and outputs.
If configured, the results of all external equipment checks performed by the unit display on the Instrument Panel Self-Test page. 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 next page.
If an instrument remains flagged after one minute, check the status of the associated LRU, then contact a Garmin dealer for support.

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Databases

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Databasesarestoredintheunit’sinternalmemory.Toviewupdatecycles,orto purchase individual databases or database packages, go to flyGarmin.com.

Basemap ChartView1 FliteCharts
Navigation
Obstacles SafeTaxi Terrain

SUPPORTED DATABASES Bodies of water, geopolitical boundary, and road information Jeppesen terminal procedures AeroNav terminal procedures Airport, NAVAID, waypoint, and airspace information (Garmin or Jeppesen) Obstacle and wire data Airport surface diagrams Terrain elevation data

1 Optional third-party database.

Aviation Database Errors
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.

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Database Effective Cycles
Most databases expire at regular intervals. Exceptions include Basemap and Terrain, which neither expire nor update on a regular schedule.
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

Databases with no effective date
Databases with specified effective dates

DATABASE EFFECTIVE STATUS
· 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

Overwriting SD Card Database Files
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.

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FEATURE LIMITATIONS
Applicable to the following installations only. · Dual GTN Xi · GTN Xi/GDU TXi 1 · GTN Xi/GI 275 2
Conflicts occur when the database of a configured GTN Xi, GDU TXi, or GI 275 is corrupt, missing, or past its expiration date.
When this happens:
· A caution indication appears on the start-up page of the primary GTN Xi. Depending on the type of conflict, a selectable information key may appear next to the database name.
· The database list displays on the appropriate LRU (remote confirmation is no longer available for that unit).
· The database name appears in yellow on both the primary GTN Xi and the associated LRU.
Resolve database conflicts when they occur.

DATABASE MISMATCH

Tapping Database Mismatch displays all databases of that particular type and their associated LRUs. Expired or corrupt databases appear in yellow at the top of the list.

MISSING DATABASE INFORMATION

A message informs you when database information from the indicated LRU is missing. This appears when an LRU is not powered on during start-up.

Always verify that all LRUs are online before tapping Continue.
1 Applicable only to GDU TXi software v3.30 and later. 2 Applicable only to GTN Xi software v20.30 and later & GI 275 software v2.60 and later.

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Active and Standby Databases
The navigatorusestwotypesofdatabases.Bothtransfertotheunit’sinternal storage.1

Active Databases
· Databases currently in use by the system

Standby Databases
· Databases that have not reached the effective date
· Databases that were installed prior to the last update2

Database Info
WHERE TO FIND IT
Home
System System Status

During normal operation, you can view information about all active and standby databases from the System Status page.

ACTIVE DATABASE LIST

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.
1 GTN Xi software earlier than v20.30: Standby databases remain on the SD card until they become effective. 2 Applicable only to GTN Xi software v20.30 and later.

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Selecting Standby displays information about databases that are not yet effective. Previously installed databases also appear here once an update completes.1
GTN Xi notifies when no standby databases are available.

DATABASE NOT FOUND
1 Applicable only to GTN Xi software v20.30 and later.

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

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Database Updates
NOTE
The navigator supports SD cards in the FAT32 format only, with capacities ranging between 8 GB and 32 GB.
GTN Xi offers multiple methods for loading and updating databases. Do not attempt any 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 portable electronic device using Database Concierge. This method requires the Garmin Pilot app on a portable electronic device and Flight Stream 510.
GTN Xi prioritizes database transfers via SD card over all other available means of transfer. Updates via Database Concierge have priority over database synchronization with capable Garmin avionics (e.g., GDU TXi).

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Manual Updates
FEATURE LIMITATIONS The Database Updates page is available only when the aircraft is on the ground.

Database Updates Page, GTN 750Xi

The Database Updates page presents a list of all available databases.
You can view this list during power up by tapping the Databases key on the start-up page.

DATABASE UPDATES KEY
FEATURE LIMITATIONS Available only with GTN Xi software v20.30 and later.
While on ground, you can access the Database Updates page at any time for review purposes or to perform manual database transfers.
From the Home page: Tap System > Status > Menu > Database Updates.
DATABASE SOURCE INDICATION
Connext Icon

A Connext icon indicates when a database is from Garmin Pilot via wireless transfer.
NoindicationmeansthedatabaseiseitherfromanSDcardortheunit’sinternal standby queue.

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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.

Dual GTN Xi and GTN Xi/GDU TXi Installations
Once database installation is complete, remote confirmation is possible from the primary GTN Xi Series navigator regardless of whether the SD card is present in either the second GTN Xi Series navigator or the GDU TXi unit.1
1 GTN Xi software v20.2x and GDU TXi software v3.30: Removal of the SD card from the second GTN Xi Series navigator and/or GDU TXi is required for remote database confirmation.

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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
ERROR INFORMATION
To determine the cause of a database error, tap Error Info.
An information window provides details regarding the state of the database.

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This key appears when two databases are of the same type and cycle, but pertain to different regions.
To specify a database region: Tap Select Region, then select the appropriate menu option.

REVERT TO PREVIOUS DATABASE VERSION
FEATURE LIMITATIONS Available only with GTN Xi software v20.30 and later.
Updating a database does not overwrite its previous version. Once the update process completes, the previously installed version of the database transfers to the internal standby queue. In the event that an automatic update is undesirable, you can revert to the previous version using the manual update feature.

Previous database versions appear as non-recommended databases in the standby list. They remain available for manual install until a newer version transfers to the standby queue.
To revert to a previous database version: 1. Open the Database Updates page (Home > System > Status > Menu > Database Updates). 2. Select the previous database version. 3. Tap Start.

The unit restores the previous database version and transfers the newer database to the standby queue. The unit automatically restarts once the swap is complete.

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Automatic Updates
Updates occur during power up when a newer version of the database is available. The same process occurs when you load a new database for the first time.
Indications on the splash page show when an automatic database transfer is in progress. Message text varies according to installation method.
Tapping Continue advances to the next page. Databases will continue to transfer in the background as you use other features. A manual system restart will be required to activate databases at a later time.
A counter shows the total number of available databases and the number of databases received by the unit.

Automatic updates occur when:
· A newer database is detected on the SD card or in the internal standby queue
· A newer database is within its effective dates
· A recommended database is available for transfer from a capable LRU via the Database SYNC function (e.g., GDU TXi)
· The aircraft is on ground

If enabled, the Database SYNC function synchronizes databases across all capable Garmin avionics. A coordinated restart of each unit completes the installation. For more about database synchronization, read Synchronize Databases Across Multiple Units.

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DATABASE TRANSFER SEQUENCE
Databases transfer in three major steps:

Step 1: Small Databases

Step 2: Charts

Includes:
· Navigation · Basemap · SafeTaxi · Obstacle · Airport Directory
Restart required to complete installation.

Available ChartView or FliteCharts database.
No restart required.

Step 3: Terrain Available Terrain database.
Installation occurs during the next unit power cycle.

SYSTEM RESTART OPTIONS
A system restart is required to complete installation of all small databases and Terrain. This occurs automatically when you remain on the splash page during the transfer sequence.
If you choose to advance to another page, two-step confirmation is needed once database transfer is complete. Tap Yes and then OK to confirm the request and complete installation.
Tapping No or Cancel aborts installation. All transferred databases remain available in the standby queue.
Updates are indicated in the list of currently installed databases.
In the event that an automatic database update is undesirable, you can revert to the previous database version from the Database Updates page.1
Confirmation is required as active navigation data will be lost during system restart.
1 GTN Xi software earlier than v20.30: An update option allows you to select individual databases and initiate the transfer process. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the update.

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Load Databases from an SD Card
The unit stores all databases it receives in its internal storage. After a database updates, the SD card is no longer required.
Install or update a database using an SD card: 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.

Splash Page

The unit detects when an SD card with recommended databases is present in the slot. Updates occur automatically at power up.
Terrain databases may require up to 5 minutes for transfer. Total transfer time depends on the SD card type.
Tap Continue at any time to advance to the next page.

A system restart is required to complete installation. · If you remain on the splash page: No action is necessary. The system automatically restarts once the update is complete. · If you advance to another page during the transfer process: A pop-up requests a system restart once the update is complete. Tap Yes and confirm the request.
Once installation is complete, you may power off the unit and remove the SD card. Updates are indicated in the list of currently installed databases.
You can transfer databases across all capable Garmin avionics via the Database SYNC function. For more information, read Synchronize Databases Across Multiple Units.

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Transfer Databases Using Database Concierge
Database Concierge allows wireless transfer of databases from a portable electronic device while the aircraft is on ground.
FEATURE REQUIREMENTS · The aircraft is on ground · Garmin Pilot app on a portable electronic device · Flight Stream 510 wireless transceiver
A pilot selects and downloads databases inside the Garmin Pilot app. Transfers occur once the Garmin Connext device establishes a wireless connection inside the aircraft. Prompts to connect to a Wi-Fi network and database transfer indications appear on both Garmin Pilot and GTN Xi.
Database Concierge Transfer Function
· 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 you to initiate transfer from the Database Updates page via the
Start key · Requires pilot confirmation

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TRANSFER DATABASES VIA FLIGHT STREAM 510
1. Purchase database(s) from flyGarmin.com.
2. Open Garmin Pilot and follow the download instructions.
3. Install wireless transceiver into card slot.
4. Power on the unit. 5. Connect to Wi-Fi. 6. Follow the on-screen
prompts.
Database Concierge transfers databases from Garmin Pilot 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 prompts a system restart once database transfer is complete.1
Skip Database Transfer 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. Themessage”Transfersinterrupted”displaysifnodatabasesareavailable.
1 Applicable only to GTN Xi software v20.30 and later.

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Synchronize Databases Across Multiple Units
The Database SYNC function minimizes database maintenance by synchronizing active and standby databases across all capable Garmin avionics.

FEATURE REQUIREMENTS
· GTN Xi software v20.30 or later (background updates & coordinated LRU restart) · Database SYNC function enabled on all participating LRUs

WHERE TO FIND IT
System
System Status Menu

Control for 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).

Database SYNC Transfer Function
· Enables automatic database synchronization across all capable Garmin avionics1 · Background updates allow the use of features without having to wait for
individual LRUs to complete the update process2 · Coordinated automatic restart of all capable LRUs to complete installation2 · Prompts unit restart only when another page is active2 · Available for all supported databases3 · Includes active and standby databases
1 Database transfers to GTN 650/750 Series navigators with software v6.30 and later, G500/G600 flight displays with software v7.00 and later, or GPS 175/GNC 355/GNX 375 v3.10 and later available with GTN Xi software v20.30 and later. Transfers from these units to GTN Xi available with GTN Xi software v20.2x only.
2 Applicable only to GTN Xi software v20.30 and later. 3 Terrain database synchronization not available for units with GTN Xi software earlier than v20.30.

Dual GTN Xi Installations
To prevent crossfill errors after installing new databases, be sure to install matching databases on both GTN Xi units and allow Database SYNC to complete before departure.

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SYNCHRONIZATION STATUS INDICATIONS

Splash Page, Primary GTN Xi

During the transfer process, all sync-enabled displays pause momentarily while databases upload to the primary GTN Xi.
As each database uploads to the unit, a counter informs you of transfer status. Total number of available databases excludes chart databases.

Remaining on this page allows all compatible LRUs to automatically restart and complete database activation. Tapping Continue on the primary GTN Xi advances each configured display to the next page. You can use features on any configured LRU while updates continue in the background.
The unit waits for synchronization to complete across all capable avionics before initiating an automatic restart.

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COORDINATED UNIT RESTART
A restart of all capable Garmin avionics is required to complete installation. · If you remain on the splash page: No action is necessary. All capable LRUs automatically restart once the update is complete. · If you advance to another page during the transfer process: A pop-up requests a system restart once the update is complete. Tap Yes and confirm the request to complete installation for each unit.1

Start-up Page, Primary GTN Xi

A message on the primary GTN Xi informs you when the databases on all capable avionics are up to date.
Once installation is complete, all previously installed databases transfer to each unit’sstandbyqueue.

Youmayreverttoadatabase’spreviousversionatanytime.GototheDatabase Updatespageoneachconfiguredunittorestorethedatabase’spreviousversion. This manual process must be performed on each individual unit. Synchronization is notavailablewhenrevertingtoadatabase’spreviousversion. For more information, read Revert to Previous Database Version.
1 GTN Xi software earlier than v20.30: Confirm the restart request on each LRU if necessary.

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FEATURE LIMITATIONS Available only with GTN Xi software v20.30 and later.

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WHERE TO FIND IT
System
System Status Database SYNC

You can view a list of the databases currently synchronizing with other LRUs from the associated information tab.

A progress bar shows when a database transfer is complete.

Status messages inform when:
· The unit is transmitting or receiving databases
· The Database SYNC function is disabled
· The LRU is offline · A database is not
authorized for synchronization
· A unit restart is required

A message informs you when database synchronization is not in progress.
If a particular LRU is not accepting a database, refer to the Database SYNC tab to determine the possible cause.

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Stream Charts
Chart Streaming allows streaming of individual charts on an as-needed basis until database sync is complete. Toggling this function off has no effect on Database SYNC.

FEATURE LIMITATIONS Available only when Database SYNC is active and a current chart database is available.

WHERE TO FIND IT
System
System Status Menu

Control for this function resides in the System Status menu.
Home > System > System Status > Menu > Database SYNC > Chart Streaming

Chart Streaming Function
· 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 the Charts page if database has
expired · Previouslyinstalledchartdatabaseremainsavailableintheunit’sinternal
standby queue1 · Available for both ChartView and FliteCharts · No restart required
1 Applicable only to GTN Xi software v20.30 and later.
A typical chart database may take up to one hour to synchronize across multiple LRUs. For 100 Mb/s enabled LRUs (e.g., GDU TXi, GI 275, GTN Xi), synchronization may take up to 10 minutes.1
1 Available only with GTN Xi software v20.30 and later.

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CHART STREAMING STATUS ICONS & NOTATIONS
The following indications appear during the update process.

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A spinning arrow appears on the Charts Home page icon when a new chart database is streaming.

Textual annunciations at the bottom of the Charts display inform you of update status.

Database Mismatch with GDU 1
Chart database update status annunciates on the start-up page. Spinning arrow icon appears until any mismatches are resolved and synchronization is complete.
For information about Charts page features, read Charts in section 3.

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Connectivity
Connext works via wireless connectivity links to provide up-to-date, wireless information to and from the cockpit. The Connext interface allows wireless communication with Garmin Pilot from a portable electronic device.

WHERE TO FIND IT
Home
System Connext Setup

Available remote features and setup options are dependent upon aircraft interfaces or enablement, and the Garmin Connext device (Flight Stream 210/510).

CONNEXT FEATURES AT A GLANCE

FEATURE ADS-B In Traffic Data AHRS Data from Built-in Sensor 1, 2 AHRS Data from Compatible Display Connext Weather Database Concierge FIS-B Weather and Flight Information Flight Data Log Streaming Flight Plan Transfer GPS/WAAS Position, Velocity & Time Information GSR 56 Phone/SMS Text Primary Flight Data SiriusXM Audio Remote Control SiriusXM Weather

FS 210 · · · ·
·
· · · · · ·

FS 510 ·
· · · · · · · · · · ·

1 Attitude data does not output to other installed avionics. 2 The internal AHRS sensor is only for use with a portable electronic device. All internal AHRS functions
are automatic and do not require pilot action.

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Wi-Fi Password
When setting up a Wi-Fi network, choose a password that meets the minimum security requirements. Wi-Fi passwords must be no less than eight characters in length.
A pop-up informs you that the password is invalid if it is under eight characters. Tap OK and re-enter a new password.
Weak Passwords A password is considered weak if it is less than 16 characters in length and does not contain at least one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one number, and one symbol.
A pop-up requests confirmation if the password does not meet the minimum recommended password length or strength. To confirm the password, tap OK. To cancel the entry and create a new password, tap Cancel.

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Flight Stream 210/510 Setup
When Flight Stream 210/510 is present, GTN Xi supports wireless pairing with up to 13 portable electronic devices via Garmin Pilot.
FEATURE REQUIREMENTS · Garmin Pilot app on a portable electronic device
FEATURE LIMITATIONS · Unit allows pairing of up to 13 Bluetooth enabled devices, with two simultaneous device connections · Wi-Fi connectivity and database transfer feature applicable to Flight Stream 510 only · Auto reconnect function is not available for Android devices

Flight Stream 210 Wireless gateway installed in the aircraft. Allows data streaming via Bluetooth wireless technology.
Connext Setup Options, Flight Stream 510

Flight Stream 510
Wireless transceiver installed in theGTNXiunit’sSDcard slot by the pilot. Allows data streaming via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
Device information and pairing mode status are viewable in the Connext Setup app.
Controls for enabling Flight Stream features also reside here. These include:
· Flight Plan Import · Databases1 · Phone/SMS2

1 Applicable to Flight Stream 510 only. 2 Applicable to GSR 56 only.

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Set Up Bluetooth
Bluetooth device management options for Flight Stream 210/510 reside on the Paired Devices page. Opening this page automatically initiates device pairing.
BLUETOOTH NAME
This key allows you to enter the name of the Bluetooth enabled device. Use the keypad or control knobs to enter the device name.
MANAGE PAIRED DEVICES
To view a list of all paired devices and their connection status, tap Manage Paired Devices.

To enable automatic connection between the unit and a paired device at power up, tap Auto Reconnect.
AUTO RECONNECT
Enables automatic connection between the unit and the paired device when the two are within range.
REMOVE
Removing a device from the list means it is no longer paired with the unit. This action requires pilot confirmation. Be sure to remove pairing on both devices before attempting to pair them again.
CONNECTION STATUS
The device is configured and communicating properly.
The device is not available and is not configured or it is not communicating properly.

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Import a Flight Plan
Allow automatic import of flight plans via Bluetooth wireless technology. Once the transfer is complete, an advisory message informs that a new flight plan is available for preview.
To view the flight plan, acknowledge the advisory and tap Preview.
It may be necessary to turn this function off if a portable device application makes repeated erroneous attempts to send flight plans to the unit.
Set Up Wi-Fi
FEATURE LIMITATIONS Applicable to Flight Stream 510 only.
Tapping WiFi Info opens an information page. This feature is accessible from the Database Update and start-up pages.
Information includes: · Database Concierge
connection status · Connected device name · Database update availability
and instructions · Wi-Fi SSID and password

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WI-FI INFO KEY STATUS ANNUNCIATIONS
Wi-Fi connection status annunciates on the key label when the information page is not active.
Flight Stream 510 requires power up.
Wi-Fi is active, but the unit is waiting to connect with a device. Connection complete. Flight Stream 510 requires Garmin Pilot to be opened in order for database transfer to commence. Garmin Pilot opened and streaming to unit.
CONNECT TO WI-FI
Follow the onscreen prompts when connecting to the Wi-Fi network. 1. Install Flight Stream 510. 2. Powerontheunit.ObserveWi- Fistatuschangesfrom”Offline”to”Ready.” 3. Tap WiFi Info. 4. Enter the required SSID and password using the provided keypads. 5. Enable Wi-Fi setting on the portable device. Wi-Fi status changes to “OpenApp”oncepairingiscomplete.

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COM
AVAILABLE WITH: GTN 635Xi/650Xi/750Xi
COM Standby Control Panel
VHF COM transceiver controls are accessible via the selectable standby (STBY) frequency window.

1 2
5

3

4

1 Frequency Entry Field 2 Find Key 3 Monitor Key

4 Transfer (Flip-Flop) Key 5 Data Entry Keys

From the COM Standby control panel you can:
· Specify a standby frequency · Swap active and standby
frequency values
· Enable monitor mode · Access radio volume controls

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COM Volume Controls

Percent of Max Volume

Relative Volume Indicator

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Adjust radio volume with the small knob according to your preference. The unit retains volume settings over power cycles.

Open Squelch
Push the volume/squelch knob to override the automatic squelch function. Push it again to return the squelch to automatic operation. “SQ”annunciatesintheCOMactivefrequencywindow to show when the squelch is overridden (i.e., when the squelch is open).
The automatic squelch function rejects many localized noise sources. Overriding this function may be helpful when listening to a distant station or setting the volume level.
Volume/Squelch Knob Adjustments
Knob focus is determined by radio selection. Selecting the COM control sets the focus to the COM radio. Selecting the NAV control sets it to the NAV radio. When COM radio is active: · Pushing the knob disables automatic squelch control. · Turning the knob adjusts the COM volume percentage. If NAV radio is active: · Pushing this knob enables or disables the ident tone. · Turning the knob adjusts the NAV volume percentage.

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COM Radio Setup

WHERE TO FIND IT
System
System Setup COM/NAV

COM radio customization options are accessible via the System Setup app.

1

3

2

4

5

1 COM Channel Spacing Key

4 Knob Control Radios Key1

2 Knob Control Default Key

5 COM Sidetone Controls

3 Reverse Frequency Lookup Key

Channel Spacing
8.33 kHz 25 kHz Reverse Frequency Look up
Knob Control Default
Page Navigation COM Radio Knob Control Radios1
Local Local & Remote COM Sidetone Volume
Link to COM VOL Set offset value 1 Dual GTN Xi installations only.

From here you can:
· Set transceiver channel spacing · Enable reverse frequency look-up
functionality
· Select the default knob control function
· Enable remote radio frequency tuning 1
· Adjust sidetone volume offset

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Set COM Channel Spacing
The unit supports channel tuning for both 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz channels within radio-frequency range. Channel spacing is set to 25.0 kHz by default.
Tapping COM Channel Spacing toggles the transceiver channel spacing between 8.33 kHz and 25.0 kHz.

8.33 kHz

25.0 kHz

8.33 kHz step configuration is available for European operations.

COM radio operates in the aviation voice band, between 118.000 and 136.975 MHz, in 25.0 kHz steps.

If flying in a region where 8.33 kHz channel spacing is available, set the COM radio to 8.33 kHz to prevent the loss of any stored or recently used frequencies.

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Revert Knob Function to Radio Control
You may change the default function of the dual concentric knob to accommodate your workflow. Knob control is set to Page Navigation by default.
Tapping Knob Control Default changes the default setting to COM Radio for standby frequency control. Page navigation remains accessible via knob push.

From the Home page: Tap > System > Setup > COM/NAV > Knob Control Default. Default knob function indicators change based on selection.

Page Navigation

COM Radio

Tapping the key again returns the default setting to Page Navigation.
Access Remote Unit Radio Functions
FEATURE LIMITATIONS · Knob Control Radios option available for dual GTN Xi installations only
Remote radio frequency tuning is available for dual GTN Xi installations. The Knob Control Radios option allows you to access remote unit radio functions via the dual concentric control knob.
Tapping Knob Control Radios toggles the knob function between two control options.

Local
Limits knob functionality to local unit radios and page navigation only.

Local & Remote
Sets knob control to both local and remote navigators.

For information about remote unit radio functions, read Remote Radio Control in this section.

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Enable Reverse Frequency Look-up
FEATURE REQUIREMENTS · Valid position data · Active navigation database
FEATURE LIMITATIONS
· Available only for the nearest stations in the database

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Enabling this option displays the facility identifier and frequency type for active and standby frequencies.
The unit verifies the displayed frequency against the database at least once per minute.

Facility Identifier
Frequency Type

“+”denotesmorethanonetype associated with the frequency.

When frequency look-up is active, COM displays:
· Nearest facility identifier (if available)
· Multiple facility indication (if more than one)
· Frequency type · Approach or Departure
indications (if applicable)

When flying between airports that use the same frequency, it may take up to 2 minutes for look-up information to change after crossing the half way point.

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Adjust Sidetone Volume Offset
FEATURE LIMITATIONS · Availability dependent upon configuration · Offset range: +/-25% of total COM audio volume range

Numeric Offset Value
Decrease Offset

Increase Offset

If the unit is wired for audio output, set the sidetone volume offset to the preferred level. By default, the offset value is set to zero percent.
The unit retains manual offset settings over power cycles.

COM sidetone is audio spoken into the microphone that is played back in real time over the headset. The offset setting determines sidetone volume for the COM during radio transmission. Adjustments determine the amount that the sidetone volume level is offset from the COM receiver volume or the configured sidetone volume.
LINK TO COM VOLUME
Enabling this function allows you to adjust the amount that the sidetone volume level is offset from the COM receiver volume. These adjustments are dynamic in that they vary with the COM receiver volume level.
To adjust the offset from the COM receiver volume: 1. Enable Link to COM VOL. 2. Tap Offset and adjust as necessary.
To adjust the offset from the configured sidetone volume, disable Link to COM VOL and then adjust the offset as necessary. These adjustments are fixed as they are relative to the configured sidetone volume.

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Tuning & Monitoring

Active Frequency
Standby Frequency

Communication frequencies are split between two selectable windows.
The upper window presents the active COM radio frequency. This is the frequency currently in use for transmit and receive operations.
The lower window presents the standby radio frequency. This frequency may be set and activated at any time.

COM STATUS INDICATIONS
Status annunciations denote active functions, modes, and frequency types.

Receiving Transmission

Automatic Squelch Overridden

Active Transmitting Radio ID

Frequency Lookup Result

Monitor Mode Active

Transmitting Receiving transmission Monitor mode active Automatic squelch is overridden (i.e., squelch is open) Active radio ID1 Reverse frequency information (sample text)
1 Dual GTN Xi installations only.

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Direct Tuning

You may enter a standby frequency using the data entry keys on the COM Standby control panel or by turning the control knob.
Tapping STBY opens the control panel. From here you may specify a frequency or select one using the provided search options.

The current standby frequency value displays in the direct tuning field.

DATA ENTRY KEYS

Enter a new standby frequency using the provided data entry keys or by turning and pushing the control knob.
To cancel the entry and exit the control panel, tap Back.

Entering the new frequency value places it in standby.

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FREQUENCY AUTOFILL

Matching Frequency

Numeric characters autofill the first valid frequency value based on each selected digit.
Autofill characters are muted and display from the cursor position to the right of the field.

Selecting a digit that is not valid for the cursor location results in no entry.

Invalid Selection
Simplified Frequency Entry
The direct tuning field allows you the option of entering frequencies without typing the leading and/or trailing digits. For example: To enter frequency 121.50, you need only tap 2, 1, and 5. The field autofills the leading “1”andtrailing”0.”

Attempting to enter a frequency value after selecting an invalid digit generates a pop-up message.
Confirm the request by selecting OK.

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KNOB TUNING
The dual concentric control knob allows you to enter a standby frequency without opening the control panel. Pushing the knob toggles between

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