AvMap EKPIV series - Manual (Page 13)

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1.3 FLyInG StARt
These pages provide a very brief overview of several of the EKP-IV’s important features, the Main
Menu, the Moving Map, GoTo flights and locating a Waypoint in the Database. It does not replace
the User Manual, which should be read to get the fullest possible use from your EKP-IV.
Note
The EKP-IV is an aid to navigation. It does not replace paper charts and good judgement.
1.3.1 the Moving Map
Before starting, connect the EKP-IV to power and place the antenna with a clear view of the sky.
Turn On the unit pressing ‘POWER’. Press ‘ENTER’ to exit from the Warning page and enter the
Moving Map mode. The Moving Map is the default state displaying the Moving Map screen and the
Data Window. The Data Window contains navigation information boxes (See Chapter 3 for details
on Moving Map mode).
note : If no Fix is available, red dashed cross is displayed over the map for increased Pilot
Awareness.
to Change the Scale of the Moving Map
Use ‘ZOOM IN’ and ‘ZOOM OUT’ to change the map display scale.
to Select Position
Use the cursor key to scroll to the location you want.
1.3.2 the Main Menu
From Moving Map press ‘MENU’ for 1 second to display the Main Menu:
Fig. 1.3.2 - Main Menu
1.3.3 Moving Map Functions
The Moving Map operates in Auto Home, Auto Zoom, and Cursor Mode. The screen will behave