Garmin aera 500 - Manual (Page 16)

Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot’s Guide 190-01117-02 Rev. A
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Overview
Overview
GPS Navigation
Flight Planning
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Avoidance
Additional F
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Appendices
Index
turNiNG the uNit ON/OFF
Press and hold the POWER Button to turn the unit on or off.
The first time the unit is turned on, the receiver must collect satellite data and
establish its present location. To ensure proper initialization, the aera is shipped from
the factory in AutoLocate mode, which allows the receiver to “find itself” anywhere in
the world.
During initialization, current database information is displayed. Database information
includes valid operating dates, cycle number, and database type. When this information
has been reviewed for currency (to ensure that no databases have expired), the pilot
is prompted to continue.
Touching the Press To Accept Button acknowledges this information, and the
'Home' Screen is displayed.
database Initialization
chaNGiNG MOdeS
The aera offers two modes for transportation: automotive and aviation.
Changing modes:
1) Touch the automotive or aviation icon at the top of the 'Home' Screen.
2) Touch Yes.
Automotive Aviation
Or:
1) From the 'Home' Screen, touch Tools > Automotive or Aviation (from
automotive mode).
2) Touch Yes.