Garmin G1000 Piper PA-46 Meridian - Manual (Page 146)

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AUDIO PANEL AND CNS
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FLIGHT
INSTRUMENTS
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AUDIO P
ANEL
& CNS
FLIGHT
MANA
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HAZARD
AV
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AFCS
ADDITIONAL FEA
TURES
APPENDICES
INDEX
VFR CODE
The VFR code can be entered either manually or by selecting the XPDR Softkey, then the VFR Softkey.
When the VFR Softkey is selected, the pre-programmed VFR code is automatically displayed in the code field
of the Transponder Data Box. Selecting the VFR Softkey again restores the previous identification code.
The pre-programmed VFR Code is set at the factory to 1200. If a VFR code change is required, contact a
Garmin-authorized service center for configuration.
Figure 4-41 VFR Code
VFR Code
IDENT FUNCTION
NOTE: In Standby Mode, the IDENT Softkey is inoperative.
Selecting the IDENT Softkey sends a distinct identity indication to Air Traffic Control (ATC). The indication
distinguishes the identing transponder from all the others on the air traffic controller’s screen. The IDENT
Softkey appears on all levels of transponder softkeys. When the IDENT Softkey is selected, a green IDNT
indication is displayed in the mode field of the Transponder Data Box for a duration of 18 seconds.
After the IDENT Softkey is selected while in Mode or Code Selection, the system reverts to the top-level
softkeys.
Select the
IDENT Softkey
to Initiate the
ID Function
IDNT
Indication
Figure 4-42 IDENT Softkey and Indication