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This document is applicable to the following part numers:
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Software Part Number 530-00235-502 Release 8.2.2 or Later
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Hardware Part Number 700-00004-()
System Configuration
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Released per ECO-08-426
Supports Release 8, including
TWX Cell mode and Iridium
Datalink (MLX770).
May 15, 2019
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8.2.2 Software release.
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About this Guide
This guide assumes that all available sensors and software options
have been installed in your airplane. The page layouts and button
descriptions in this guide may differ slightly from what you observe on
your EX5000. If your system is configured with a partial set of the
available sensors, then some views may differ from this guide.
Note: All images contained within this document, including screenshots and
other displays, are for reference use only and are subject to change. The
images contained herein may differ slightly from your actual equipment or
display.
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Notes and Warnings
Notes and warnings provide guidance for the use of the EX5000.
Avidyne strongly suggests that you pay close attention to notes and
warnings for your own safety.
For example:
The instructions and warnings in this manual are not intended to
replace the instructions and warnings for other equipment on your
aircraft. It is critical that you as the pilot in command have a complete
understanding of the warnings, operating instructions, and limitations
for all equipment installed on your aircraft.
Note: Notes provide useful information about how to use the EX5000.
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Warnings are prefaced with exclamation points and denote
information that can prevent serious injury or death on the
part of the user.
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This manual assumes that the reader is an appropriately
licensed pilot. Avidyne strongly recommends that you use the
EX5000 only under VFR conditions until you are very familiar
with the EX5000.
If you have questions, please contact Avidyne at 800-284-
3963 (800-AVIDYNE) before operating with the EX5000 under
IFR conditions.
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Before conducting flight operations, be sure to verify that time
and date settings on the System Time Setup page are correct
and in GMT (UTC). It is critical that the time be set to GMT to
provide accurate display of Datalink weather. See Section l,
"Aux Main Page" on page 67 for more information.
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When using the EX5000, be sure to cross-check the data
displayed against other data sources for accuracy including
other flight deck instruments and charts.
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The displayed terrain and obstacle indicators are only
advisory. Do not rely on the EX5000 as the sole source of
obstacle and terrain avoidance information. Always refer to
current aeronautical charts for appropriate terrain and
obstacle information.
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The EX5000 is not intended to replace your navigation charts
or primary navigation aids. Use the EX5000 as a supplement
to other navigation sources, to enhance your overall
situational awareness. Do not rely on the navigation data in
your EX5000 as your sole reference for navigation.
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While a properly updated database contains the latest official
information available, the manufacturers will not be held
responsible for any inaccuracy or omissions therein. Never
use the terrain displayed on the EX5000 as the only reference
for terrain avoidance.
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The transmission of datalink weather information means there
is some delay from real time until the weather information is
displayed on the EX5000. Therefore, use datalink weather
information only for strategic route planning. Avoid severe
weather areas with a safe margin of distance. Do not use the
EX5000 to penetrate severe weather, thunderstorms, cells or
lines of cells.
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By using Broadcast datalink, you can access weather
information made available from sources external to Avidyne
Corporation. Avidyne does not control, edit or review the
content of such information and is not responsible for such
information or the actions or conduct of any company that
provides sources of weather data through the Broadcast
datalink. Therefore, ALL WEATHER DATA ARE PROVIDED
AS-IS and neither Avidyne nor its suppliers, subcontractors,
or developers (collectively called “Suppliers”) are responsible
for: 1) the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, reliability,
content, or availability of the weather data or any other
datalink information accessed; 2) loss or damage to your
records or data; or 3) your use of, or results achieved from,
the weather data or any other information accessed.
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Notice regarding NOTAM information
NOTAM information is subject to constant change and it is
extremely important that all pilots check with Flight Service for
applicable NOTAMs prior to EVERY flight. Call 1-800-
WXBRIEF (992-7433) for the latest information.
The NOTAM information provided by the EX5000 is for
planning purposes only. Always consult official NOTAMS for
the latest restrictions.
Avidyne does not provide a complete list of NOTAMS. Local
NOTAMS, most laser light NOTAMS, and any NOTAMS other
than restricted airspace are not listed.
By using the Avidyne Services you are able to access
information made available from a variety of sources. Avidyne
does not control, edit or review the content of such information
and is not responsible for such information or the actions or
conduct of any company that provides sources of weather
data procured by Avidyne. Therefore, although Avidyne uses
diligent efforts to provide Services of high quality, ALL
SERVICES AND WEATHER DATA ARE PROVIDED AS-IS
and neither Avidyne nor its suppliers, subcontractors,
information sources or developers (collectively called
“Suppliers”) are responsible for: 1) the accuracy,
completeness, timeliness, reliability, content, or availability of
the Services or any information accessed; 2) loss or damage
to your records or data; or 3) your use of, or results achieved
from, the Services or any information accessed.
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Table of Contents
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Introduction.............................................................. 1
Using the Envision EX5000 MFD ................................................ 2
Power Up..................................................................................... 4
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Map Page .................................................................. 7
Map Page—Controls ................................................................... 8
Map Symbols—Terrain and Position......................................... 16
Map Symbols—Runways and Flight Plan ................................. 19
Map Orientation Control ............................................................ 20
Errors Displayed on the Map Page............................................ 21
Loss of GPS Input...............................................................21
Loss of Heading Input .........................................................21
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CMax Chart Pages (Optional) .............................. 25
Expired Charts........................................................................... 25
About CMax............................................................................... 27
About Geo-Referenced Charts ..................................................28
CMax Chart Page...................................................................... 28
4.2...........................................................European VFR Charts33
CMax Views............................................................................... 35
Procedure Chart Views ....................................................... 35
Airport Chart Views ............................................................. 37
CMax Selection Page................................................................ 39
Selecting an Airport ................................................................... 41
Chart NOTAMs Page .......................................................... 43
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Traffic Mode and the Traffic Page ....................... 47
The Dedicated Traffic Page....................................................... 47
Traffic Symbols.......................................................................... 50
TIS Sensor Status .....................................................................51
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Trip Page................................................................. 53
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Nearest Page (NRST)............................................. 63
Nearest Page............................................................................. 63
Airport Info Page........................................................................ 65
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Aux Page – Configuring the EX5000.................... 67
Airport Filter Setup Page ........................................................... 69
Declutter Setup Page ................................................................ 71
Data Block Edit Page................................................................. 73
System Time Page .................................................................... 75
MFD CMOS Battery Operation and Replacement..................... 77
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CMOS Battery.....................................................................77
Operating without a CMOS Battery.....................................77
CMOS Battery Replacement............................................... 78
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Datalink (Optional)................................................. 79
Broadcast Datalink .................................................................... 80
Using Broadcast Datalink in Flight ...................................... 80
Symbols Displayed using Datalink ............................................ 82
Using Datalink without a Traffic Sensor or Radar ............... 84
Nearest Page with Datalink Weather......................................... 85
Trip Page with Datalink Weather............................................... 86
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Reference................................................................ 87
Updating Your Databases ......................................................... 88
Loading NavData (the Navigation Database)...................... 89
Loading CMax Chart Data................................................... 91
Activating Broadcast Datalink Accounts .................................... 93
Activating XM WX Satellite Weather................................... 93
Cleaning the EX5000 Screen ................................................... 96
Sensor Status Block Symbols ................................................... 97
Map Symbols............................................................................. 99
Line Styles ............................................................................... 101
Data Blocks .......................................................................... 103
TAWS Messages..................................................................... 105
Nav Messages......................................................................... 107
Traffic Messages ..................................................................... 109
PFD Messages ........................................................................ 112
Broadcast Datalink Messages ................................................113
Avionics Abbreviations ............................................................ 117
10 Using EX5000 Outside the US ............................ 119
Features Available in the US Only........................................... 119
Features Available in North America....................................... 119
Features Specific to International Flight ..................................119
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List of Figures
Figure 1.1 Envision EX5000 MFD ..................................................... 2
Figure 1.2 Envision EX5000 Initialization Page ................................. 4
Figure 2.1 Map Page Controls ........................................................... 8
Figure 2.2 TWXCELL Mode Display ................................................ 13
Figure 2.3 Map Symbols–Terrain and Position................................ 16
Figure 2.4 Map Symbols—Runways and Flight Plan....................... 19
Figure 3.1 Not for Navigation Watermark on Chart display.............. 26
Figure 3.2 CMax Chart Page (Airport) ............................................. 29
Figure 3.3 CMax Chart Page (Procedure) ....................................... 31
Figure 3.4 Procedure Chart views ................................................... 36
Figure 3.5 Airport Chart Views......................................................... 37
Figure 3.6 Airport Departure Chart (Night View)..............................38
Figure 3.7 CMax Selection Page ..................................................... 39
Figure 3.8 Airport Selection Page .................................................... 41
Figure 3.9 Chart NOTAMs Page...................................................... 43
Figure 4.1 Map Page—Traffic Mode................................................ 48
Figure 5.1 Trip Page Information ..................................................... 53
Figure 6.1 Nearest Page.................................................................. 63
Figure 6.2 Airport Information Page................................................. 65
Figure 7.1 Aux Main Page ............................................................... 67
Figure 7.2 Airport Filter Setup Page ................................................ 69
Figure 7.3 Declutter Setup Page ..................................................... 71
Figure 7.4 Data Block Edit Page...................................................... 73
Figure 7.5 System Time Page ......................................................... 75
Figure 8.1 Broadcast Receiver Options ...........................................80
Figure 8.2 Broadcast Datalink Weather ...........................................82
Figure 8.3 Datalink Weather without Traffic Sensors....................... 84
Figure 8.4 Nearest Page with Broadcast Datalink ........................... 85
Figure 8.5 Trip Page with Datalink Weather .................................... 86
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List of Tables
Table 2.1 Thunderstorm Activity (Cell) Colors ................................ 14
Table 2.2 Track Indicator Graphics................................................. 17
Table 2.3 Obstacle.......................................................................... 18
Table 3.1 Airport Procedure Views ................................................. 36
Table 3.2 Airport Chart Views......................................................... 37
Table 4.1 Traffic Symbols ............................................................... 50
Table 9.1 Sensor Status Block Symbols......................................... 97
Table 9.2 Broadcast Datalink Sensor Status Block (Optional)........ 98
Table 9.3 Map Symbols – Airports.................................................. 99
Table 9.4 Map Symbols – Navigational Fixes............................... 100
Table 9.5 Map Symbols – Traffic Symbols ...................................100
Table 9.6 Map Symbols – Other ................................................... 100
Table 9.7 Airspace and Airways Lines.......................................... 101
Table 9.8 SUA and TFR Status Lines........................................... 101
Table 9.9 AIRMET and SIGMET Boundary Lines......................... 102
Table 9.10 Data Block Information................................................ 103
Table 9.11 TAWS Messages ........................................................ 105
Table 9.12 Nav Messages ............................................................ 107
Table 9.13 Traffic Messages......................................................... 109
Table 9.14 Lightning Messages .................................................... 110
Table 9.15 PFD Messages ........................................................... 112
Table 9.16 Broadcast Datalink Messages .................................... 113
Table 9.17 Avionics Abbreviations................................................ 117
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Introduction
The Envision EX5000 Multi-Function Display (MFD) provides a
moving map view of your flight plan, a broadcast datalink weather,
lightning, traffic, navigation data, obstacles, terrain, and CMax™
approach plates with an intuitive user interface. The EX5000 offers
the following standard and optional features:
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Lightning information display from a WX-500 or an Avidyne TWX-
670 lightning sensor, if installed.
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Full ARINC-429 databus capability, allowing the EX5000 to
display curved flight paths, procedure turns, and holding patterns
from a compatible GPS navigator.
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Traffic information display from Avidyne TAS600 Series, L-3
Skywatch, Garmin TIS, Garmin GTX345 or any compliant ADS-B
traffic system.
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Terminal procedure chart display using the CMax™ function.
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Display of weather and flight restriction information when
interfaced with an external Broadcast Datalink receiver or internal
Narrowcast Datalink receiver.
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Display of TAWS terrain information when interfaced with an
installed EGPWS system.
Note: Consult the Flight Manual Supplement (FMS) provided with the
aircraft and/or sensors prior to operation. The FMS contains information
specific to your installation and may contain operating limitations applicable
to your aircraft configuration.
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1.1 Using the Envision EX5000 MFD
Figure 1.1 Envision EX5000 MFD
The controls on the bezel of the Envision EX5000 are placed to allow
you quick and intuitive access to the information you need, when you
need it.
1)
PhotoCell Light Sensor—Automatically compensates display
brightness for varying lighting conditions.
2)
Brightness Control—Allows you to override the default display
brightness and adjust the brightness level. Press the top button to
brighten the display; press the bottom button to dim it.
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Data Port—Provides a front panel access point for loading
database updates.
4)
Buttons—Used to select modes or change the display as
indicated. Buttons are active when a label appears on the screen
adjacent to the key.
5)
Page Control knob—The left knob provides quick access to the
main EX5000 pages, including the Map page, Trip page, and Aux
page, as well as the main pages for any optional features. The
current page is highlighted in the page Bar on the lower left
corner of screen.
6)
Selection & Range Control knob—Depending on the page you
are viewing, the right knob controls functions such as selecting
items on the page or changing the view range. The label on right
knob changes as appropriate.
7)
Message Bar—The message bar keeps you informed about
critical as well as routine information from the EX5000. When
information needs to be conveyed the message bar appears next
to the bottom right button.
Note: When removing the rubber cap from the data port, pull the cap gently
from the top until it pops out. Make sure the cap is out of the way (but not
removed) before plugging anything into the USB port.
Do not tug on the tab at the bottom of the cap; this can cause the loss of the
protective cap.
Note: The message bar displays one message at a time. If more than one
message is available, the message bar will display the highest priority
message first. Press the ACK button to clear the current message and view
those underneath.
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1.2 Power Up
On power up, the system performs a brief hardware self-test, then
initializes its functions systematically. After initialization (about a
minute after power-on), the title page, with database currency
information, is displayed. Check to ensure that you do not have any
expired databases before continuing.
When the EX5000 is ready the, “Press any bezel key to continue,”
message is displayed.
Figure 1.2 Envision EX5000 Initialization Page
The EX5000 Startup page reports the valid dates for the currently
loaded CMax� chart data and NavData. Check to ensure that you do
not have any expired databases before continuing.
For CMax data:
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If the issue date for the next update has passed, the Startup page
displays, “Update Available,” in white.
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If the current date is more than a week past the issue of the next
update, the message, “Update Required,” is displayed in yellow
cautionary text.
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If CMax is more than 10 weeks out of date, access to the charts is
revoked until new CMax data is loaded.
For NavData, the date range is displayed if the data is valid; if it is not
valid, the word, “EXPIRED,” and the expiration data are displayed in
yellow.
For more information about updating CMax and NavData, see
Section 9.1, "Updating Your Databases" on page 88.
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Map Page
The Map page displays your current flight plan overlaying a map of
the area over which you are flying. The EX5000 allows you to select
the data you want to display on the Map page.
Turn the Select knob on the Page Bar to Map to display the Map
page.
This section discusses the following topics:
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Map Page—Controls, page 8
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Map Symbols—Terrain and Position, page 16
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Map Symbols—Runways and Flight Plan, page 19
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Map Orientation Control, page 20
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Errors Displayed on the Map Page, page 21
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2.1 Map Page—Controls
Buttons on the left side of the bezel provide access to sensor modes
and pages. Buttons on the right side of the bezel access the mapping
functions, and control how the Map is viewed.
Figure 2.1 Map Page Controls
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Sensor Functions—Control overlay and modes of available
sensors. Buttons are only displayed for the sensors installed in
your aircraft:
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Traffic—Cycles through traffic sensor modes.See
Chapter 4 "Traffic Mode and the Traffic Page ,” for more
information on traffic modes.
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Lightning - Controls the display of lightning strikes or cells
(cells for WX-500 only) on the map (when interfaced with an
Avidyne TWX670, an L3 WX-500 Stormscope, or a satellite-
Note: For information about the Map Symbols, see Section 9.5, "Map
Symbols" on page 99.
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weather Broadcast Datalink receiver). For instructions on
using the L3 WX-500 Stormscope, see that manufacturer’s
documentation. For TWX670 cell information, see the
WxOvly key > TWXCELL selection.
Only one mode can be displayed on the EX5000 MFD at any
time. The EX5000 provides scalable support for a number of
different weather sensors so you can use the MFD to get the
best view of hazardous weather and options to avoid it.
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Datalink - Displays lightning strikes obtained from the
Datalink weather service, depending on the weather
service and subscription level. Lightning strikes are
represented by lightning bolts in white, yellow or dark
yellow, depending on the age of the strike.
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Strike - Displays lightning strikes obtained from the
lightning sensor. Lightning strikes are displayed as
follows:
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WX-500 lightning strikes are displayed
as yellow X’s.
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TWX670 lightning strikes are displayed
as X’s. Strike intensity is indicated
using 5 colors from red to green-yellow.
A strike displayed in red indicates an area of very high
intensity, while a strike displayed in green-yellow
indicates an area of low-to-moderate intensity.
Note: The TWX670 can accurately display lightning strikes in all
selectable ranges, including within 25 NM.
Note: (WX-500 only) The lightning sensor maps thunderstorm
activity by monitoring electrical discharge activity within a 200-mile
radius of the aircraft. The WX500 does not accurately display
lightning in ranges less than 25 NM. It can show lightning less than
25 NM, but the accuracy is not suitable to zoom in on. Display
ranges greater than 25NM accurately display lightning strikes
outside the 25 NM radius.
Note: When strikes are selected to display along with
TWX cell data, the strike colors change to white to
improve visibility against the colored cells.
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Cell - Displays storm cells using cell data obtained from a
WX-500 stormscope. Each lightning strike is displayed as
a yellow ‘+’ sign, and clumps of strikes indicate the cell
and cell intensity.
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Display Off - Turns display of lightning information off.
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Clear Strikes—Removes current lightning symbols to allow
for the refresh of lightning data when using a onboard
lightning sensor. Does not remove Datalink lightning.
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WX Rpts—Controls the type of Datalink weather information
displayed on the map, as follows:
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All—Displays graphical METARs, AIRMETs, and
SIGMETs.
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METARS—Displays graphical METARs only.
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AIRMET—Displays graphical AIRMETs only.
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SIGMET—Displays graphical SIGMETs only.
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DSPLY OFF—Turns off display of all weather
information.
For more information about Datalink functions, see Section
8, "Datalink (Optional)" on page 79.
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Map Functions—Controls basic look of the map in terms of
orientation, number of elements, and base map.
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View—Orients the map for either Track/Heading Up or North
Up. FORWARD and CENTER views are oriented with Track/
Heading Up. North Up orients the map to true North, with the
ownship symbol rotated to show track/heading.
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Forward - 120° view with airplane’s present position
displayed at the bottom. Current heading (or track) is
displayed at the top of the map.
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Center - 360° view with airplane’s present position
displayed at the center of the compass range ring with
current heading (or track) at the top of map.
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North up - 360° view with airplane’s present position
displayed at the center, and north is always at the top of
the map.
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Declutter—Controls the four levels of navigation database
detail on the Map from most to least:
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Base Map—Controls the base map layers:
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TERRAIN—Color-contoured terrain, bodies of water, and
political boundaries.
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BASE—Bodies of water and Political boundaries
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NONE—No base map
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Wx Ovly - Weather Overlay controls the type of weather
information displayed on the map. Press Wx Ovly to cycle
through the display options:
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US, CAN or LOC RDR - If Broadcast
Datalink is installed and available, the single
down arrow displays basic Datalink RADAR
information on the map. Storm cell movement is not
displayed. The external Broadcast Datalink receiver
receives a constant stream of weather data for the entire
United States via a satellite radio system. US RDR
displays CONUS weather. CAN RDR displays Canadian
weather. LOC RDR displays regional radar for ADS-B
configurations
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US RDR+ - If Broadcast Datalink is installed
and available (depending on your Datalink
service level), the single down arrow and
plus sign displays full Datalink RADAR for CONUS,
including storm cells.
For many operations, the EX5000 displays weather data
in the same way, regardless of which Datalink system is
in use. Both systems provide datalink radar data—a
composite image depicting precipitation as seen by
multiple ground-based weather radar sites. The image is
color-coded to show intensity levels and precipitation
types. Broadcast Datalink, however, especially at a
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higher service level, provides more data (such as storm
cell movement and Datalink lightning).
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TWXCELL - If Wx Ovly is set to TWXCELL,
the EX5000 displays thunderstorm cells
detected by the TWX670, using colors
(Table 2.1) to indicate levels of storm intensity. For
example, Figure 2.2 shows an aircraft located at the edge
of intense thunderstorm activity. In this instance, the
aircraft must be flown away from the thunderstorm. The
TWX670 detects and measures lightning strike energy
and generates cell data that the EX5000 displays in
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For Datalink RADAR, small areas of high-intensity datalink
radar data might not be displayed on the EX5000 at high
range settings. Instead, larger areas of surrounding lower-
intensity returns might obstruct indications of severe
precipitation at Map ranges higher than 250 nm. Avoid using
Map ranges greater than 250 nm when RADAR echoes are
shown in the vicinity of the aircraft.
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color. This mode shows dangerous convective areas that
you must avoid.
Figure 2.2 TWXCELL Mode Display
The TWX670 sensor outputs hexagons of varying widths
from 0.5 NM to 10.0 NM. Occasionally, as the MFD
display is zoomed, you may notice that the hexagon size
changes abruptly. This is normal as the MFD
consistently uses the highest fidelity TWX lightning data
available.
Note: If cells appear in the same location as navaids, obstacles, or TFRs,
the cells will cover part or all of the navaids, obstacles, or TFRs. To more
clearly view the navaids, obstacles, or TFRs, turn off the TWXCELL mode
by pressing WxOvly and selecting DSPLY OFF or one of the other options.
When desired, you can switch back to CELLMODE to see the storm cells.
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Table 2.1 describes the colors displayed by the EX5000.
The TWX670 detects thunderstorm cell activity up to a
200 nm range. The range control on the EX5000 enables
you to zoom in or out to see the distribution of convective
activity.
If both datalink weather and TWX670 are installed in the
aircraft, you can use both to determine the best course of
action to avoid dangerous weather.
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RADAR - Displays on-board weather radar returns on
the map. This choice does not appear if the EX5000 is
not configured with an aircraft heading source, or if
aircraft heading is currently unavailable.
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DSPLY OFF - Removes all onboard and datalink radar
data from the map display.
Table 2.1Thunderstorm Activity (Cell) Colors
Color
Interpretation
Red
Intense thunderstorm activity - presence of
hazardous atmospheric conditions is certain.
Orange
Weather conditions are approaching intense
thunderstorm activity.
Orange-
Yellow
Heavy thunderstorm activity - high likelihood of
hazardous atmospheric conditions.
Yellow
Weather conditions are approaching heavy
thunderstorm activity.
Green-
Yellow
Moderate thunderstorm activity - severe turbulence
and unsettled atmospheric conditions likely.
Green
Weather conditions are approaching moderate
thunderstorm activity.
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Color representing less intense thunderstorms does not imply
that it is acceptable or safe to fly in those areas. Always
avoid areas of indicated thunderstorm activity,
regardless of color displayed.
Note: The boundary of the available datalink radar data is
shown by an area with gray diagonal stripes. If datalink
radar is unavailable in a particular area, hatched lines
appear in that area.
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3)
Range Control knob—The right knob controls the map’s range
and allows you to set the scale from 1NM out to 1500NM. The
selectable ranges are, in nautical miles, 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30,
40, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200, 300, 400, 500, 750, 1000, and 1500.
Note: The terrain base map is automatically removed and Nav database
information is fully decluttered at 750NM and higher ranges.
Note: The Map page monitors the “health” of the sensors (traffic and
lightning) by means of a signal pulse. Map looks for a signal every three
seconds from each sensor. If it doesn’t see this signal it assumes the sensor
has failed in some way. When this happens, the following occurs on the
display:
• Sensor data is removed from the overlay display.
• The word “FAIL” displays in the sensor's status line in yellow.
• The sensor symbol changes from cyan to yellow (if the sensor was on).
What to do:
Select the Setup page and perform Self-Test for the applicable sensor.
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2.2 Map Symbols—Terrain and Position
The Map page depicts your aircraft’s position in relation to your flight
plan, nearby airports, terrain, traffic, lightning, special use airspace
and other navaids.
Figure 2.3 Map Symbols–Terrain and Position
1)
Data Blocks (Left & Right)—View navigation data in data blocks
in the upper corners of the display. For more information, see
Section 7.3, "Data Block Edit Page" on page 73.
2)
Sensor Status Box—Displays the status of the available
sensors including radar, traffic, lightning and both 2-Way Datalink
and Broadcast Datalink. The Datalink Radar display includes the
Datalink Radar data age, which is the elapsed time since the
product was created by the weather provider. See Table
Note: For information about the Map Symbols, see Section 9.5, "Map
Symbols" on page 99.
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9.1 Sensor Status Block Symbols on page 97 for more
information on status box symbols.
3)
Special Use Airspace—The EX5000 uses several different line
styles to convey special use and class airspaces. Class B is solid
blue line, Class C is solid magenta line. Class D is dashed blue
line, MOA, Warning, and Alert areas are solid yellow lines, and
restricted and prohibited areas are solid red lines. See Table
9.7 Airspace and Airways Lines on page 101.
4)
Heading/Track Indicator—Three triangles around the compass
rose provide actual track, desired track, and heading indications.
The H/T Block provides digital readout of the current heading, or
actual track. Map orientation is indicated in the triangle to the
right of the H/T Block.
5)
Terrain Scale—Shows highest and lowest limits of terrain in
displayed area. Legend colors in between these numerics
represent terrain elevations. Blue obstacle clearance number
shows the top of the highest obstacle, when greater than the
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Datalink Radar is the only Broadcast Datalink product on the
EX5000 that displays the time since the product was created
by the weather provider. Refer to the Trip page for information
on all other weather products. When using Datalink weather,
monitor the data age so you are aware of the time elapsed
since the last weather update.
Table 2.2
Track Indicator Graphics
Heading
Track
Map Orientation
Heading
Desired
Track
North Up
Track
Heading
Heading Up
Actual
Track
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highest displayed terrain. Terrain data is not displayed when your
aircraft’s latitude is greater than 75 degrees (north or south).
6)
Obstacles—The EX5000’s database contains towers and other
obstacles greater than 200 feet AGL. Obstacles can be displayed
with MSL altitude label.
7)
Compass Rose/Range Ring—Displays a 360-degree or 120-
degree compass circle or arc and also indicates current range
setting. The range number is the distance from the airplane
symbol to the compass arc.
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The displayed terrain and obstacle indicators are only
advisory. It is dangerous to rely on the EX5000 as the sole
source of obstacle and terrain avoidance information. Always
refer to current aeronautical charts for appropriate terrain and
obstacle information.
Note: For example, a 2000 foot tall TV tower located in Denver (elevation
5300 feet MSL) will be depicted as being at 7300 feet MSL.
Table 2.3
Obstacle
Graphic
Meaning
Height (AGL)
Single Obstacle
200’ AGL to < 1000’ AGL
Obstacles within 1NM of each other
200’ AGL to < 1000’ AGL
Single Obstacle
1000’ AGL or higher
Obstacles within 1NM of each other
1000’ AGL or higher
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2.3 Map Symbols—Runways and Flight Plan
When looking at the Map page in short range, you can see details,
such as runway diagrams, that are not available at longer ranges.
Note that your flight plan is always shown.
Figure 2.4 Map Symbols—Runways and Flight Plan
1)
Ownship Symbol—Shows the position of your aircraft in relation
to the moving map and the selected view.
2)
Flight Plan—Displays the active flight plan from the GPS. The
current leg displays in magenta and all remaining legs are shown
in white. When you select an approach procedure on the Garmin
430, all approach segments including holds, DME arcs,
procedure turns, etc., are shown (when connected via the ARINC
429 bus).
Note: For most GPS units, the EX5000 does not display the active
course leg when you are adjusting the desired track in OBS mode. The
desired track leg will be displayed after you finish selecting the course
and exit the OBS mode of the GPS.
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Airport Runway Diagrams—Displays runway layouts of nearby
airports when looking at the map at a less than 5NM range. As
you range in, the scaled runway diagram with heading labels
shows your exact location in proximity to the field.
4)
Traffic Indications—Shows traffic symbol relative to current
position and includes relative altitude (when available) with
respect to airplane symbol. See your traffic sensor User’s Manual
for further details. When available, TIS installations will show a
ground track “stinger” for each intruder, indicating the intruder’s
track as measured by ground radar. Traffic Symbols are shown in
Table 4.1 Traffic Symbols on page 50.
5)
Interstate Highways—Depicted as brown lines when terrain is
selected to be shown. Interstates are labeled in white. (e.g. I-95).
Highways are removed from the terrain map when the range is
greater than 300NM.
2.4
Map Orientation Control
The Map View button allows you to control the orientation of the map
and sensor data displayed on the EX5000. EX5000 traffic and
lightning sensor symbols are positioned relative to the aircraft nose.
When the Map View is North-Up you need to pay more attention to
locate traffic outside the aircraft. Set Map View to Center or Forward
to display this data consistent with typical dedicated traffic and
lightning sensor displays.
Note: The Garmin GNS 430/GNC 420 does not differentiate curved
flight path segments from straight segments when interfaced with the
EX5000 via an RS232 interface. Therefore, the EX5000 will connect
the beginning and end waypoints of a curved segment, such as a DME
arc, with a straight line. Under these circumstances, the straight line
must be ignored. Approach procedures should be flown using the GNS
430/GNC 420 navigator’s CDI as the primary reference. Consult your
avionics installation facility to determine if your EX5000 is interfaced to
the GNS 430/GNC420 via ARINC 429 or RS232.
Note: The Garmin 400W/500W can use the parallel track. For Garmin
400W/500W software at Release 2 or earlier, if a parallel track is active,
the current non-offset leg will be displayed in white. For Garmin 400W/
500W software at Release 3 or later, if a parallel track is active, the
parallel track leg will be displayed in white.
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Errors Displayed on the Map Page
In general, the following errors are generated externally to the MFD,
but you may notice them on the Map or other pages within FlightMax.
2.5.1
Loss of GPS Input
Loss of primary GPS is annunciated in a number of ways on your
EX5000.
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The “Nav Source not communicating” message displays.
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The aircraft symbol is removed.
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There is no heading information displayed (if GPS is lost, no
heading is displayed regardless of heading source).
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The desired track icon is removed from the compass rose.
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There is no groundspeed information displayed.
The EX5000 continues to provide Datalink weather for your flight at
its last known position. If the primary GPS fails during flight and you
have a second GPS connected to the EX5000, you may switch your
GPS input to the backup source by pressing the Nav Src button on
the Aux page.
2.5.2
Loss of Heading Input
The source for heading data on your aircraft is dependent upon the
particular complement of equipment you have installed in your
aircraft. Loss of heading is typically associated with the failure of one
of the following:
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source is connected to the WX-500).
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The Skywatch system (if installed and a heading source is
connected to the TAS).
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A problem with heading from a Primary Flight Display (PFD).
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The GPS (This would be a pass through of the heading from
another source, such as an Avidyne PFD. The GPS does not
determine heading).
If an installed heading source becomes unavailable or invalid, the
EX5000 will automatically switch to using GPS track for map
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If the track source also becomes unavailable or invalid, the following
conditions will occur:
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All traffic and lightning data is removed from the display.
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The aircraft symbol is replaced by a direction-less symbol (a
white + symbol).
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The compass labels (N,S, E, and W) are removed from the
display.
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The map and flight plan data will continue to be displayed.
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The map orientation annunciation is removed from the display.
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The heading/track indicator will display a series of dashes (“---”)
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The map is oriented True North Up.
What to do:
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When heading/track is restored, Map will resume normal operations.
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CMax Chart Pages (Optional)
CMax™ is an optional Avidyne feature that allows you to view
Jeppesen Terminal Procedure charts on your EX5000. If CMax is
installed on your aircraft, you can select Charts from the Page Bar to
view the CMax charts. This section discusses the following topics:
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About Geo-Referenced Charts, page 28
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CMax Selection Page, page 39
3.1
Expired Charts
CMaxTM charts are valid for a period of 56 days. Charts will be
displayed normally for 10 weeks after the chart expiration date.
After 10 weeks from the chart expiration date, charts will display a
"NOT FOR NAVIGATION" watermark. The Ownship symbol and
flight plan legs are removed from charts that cannot be used for
navigation.
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As pilot in command, it is your duty to have alternate sources
of approach data available to you. Do not rely upon CMAX
charts as your sole source of navigation information.
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It is critical that you update the Jeppesen database regularly
and prior to conducting flight operations to insure accurate
data. Use of an outdated database is entirely at your own
risk.
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3.2 About CMax
CMax charts include instrument approach procedures, arrivals,
departures, airport diagrams, and various taxiway and airspace
diagrams typical of Jeppesen printed charts. CMax requires that you
have a valid chart data subscription from Jeppesen Sanderson, Inc.
For information on obtaining a CMax subscription, see the Avidyne
Data Update Guide or the Jeppesen website at www.jeppesen.com.
The Data Update Guide also contains instructions for loading the
chart data to your Zip Drive or USB Flash Memory Drive. See Section
9.1, "Updating Your Databases" on page 88 for information about
loading CMax Data onto your EX5000.
Note: You can load new CMax Chart data into the MFD as soon as you
receive each data cycle. Any charts that have changes that are effective on
a certain date are controlled within the data. The MFD will display the proper
Chart data based on the current date and the effective date of the changes
to the chart.
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3.3 About Geo-Referenced Charts
The greatest additions to situational awareness come from charts that
are geo-referenced. A chart is geo-referenced when the chart data
supports a correlation of chart position to actual latitude and longitude
coordinates. This allows an ownship symbol and flight plan legs to be
accurately represented on the chart. If a chart is not geo-referenced,
the ownship and flight plan legs cannot be drawn on the chart. Most
Jeppesen approach charts and airport diagrams are geo-referenced;
most arrival, departure, and miscellaneous charts are not.
3.4
CMax Chart Page
The CMax function is found on the EX5000 as the Chart page, listed
in the Page Selector bar if CMax is enabled on your EX5000. The
Chart page is capable of having two charts ready for viewing at any
one time: an airport diagram, and a procedure chart (or other
miscellaneous chart associated with that airport). The airport and
associated charts are selected on the Chart Selection page,
described in Section 3.7, "CMax Selection Page" on page 39.
The EX5000 Startup page reports the valid dates for the currently
loaded chart data. If the date for the next update has passed, the
Startup page will report this in yellow cautionary text. If the chart data
becomes more than 10 weeks out of date, access to the charts shall
be revoked until new chart data is loaded.
On power up, if your EX5000 is receiving a valid position from your
GPS unit, the Chart page will default to display the airport diagram of
your current position. An approach procedure chart will not be
displayed until one is selected. If no valid GPS position is available at
start-up, the Chart page will default to the Chart Selection page for
manual selection of a chart.
If you select the Chart page immediately upon power up, CMax may
still be initializing and will display the following message: “CMax
Initializing/Please Wait.” The Chart page will begin normal operation
when initialization completes.
On landing, if the Chart page is being displayed, the EX5000 will
automatically switch to display the Airport diagram for the current
location when the GPS Ground Speed drops below 50 knots.
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The Chart page shows the airport diagram of the current airport, with
ownship symbol for current aircraft position, if the airport diagram is
geo-referenced.
Figure 3.2 CMax Chart Page (Airport)
1)
Airport Identifier—The airport identifier for the current airport
displays in green.
2)
Chart Name—The name of the current chart being displayed,
also in green.
3)
Geo-referenced Symbol—When the displayed chart is geo-
referenced, a small globe displays. If the chart is not geo-
referenced, the globe symbol is crossed out.
4)
Flight Plan Symbol—an FPL symbol indicates the option to
display the current flight plan is turned on. If the display of flight
plan is turned off, the FPL symbol is crossed out. Note that if a
chart is not geo-referenced or no flight plan is received from the
GPS, the flight plan cannot be displayed even if the option is
selected.
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Select Chart—Displays the Selection page to allow you to select
a new chart for display. For more information, see Section
3.7, "CMax Selection Page" on page 39.
6)
Display—Display allows you to toggle between displaying Airport
and Procedure charts.
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Display Airport shows when the current Procedure chart
displays. Press Display Airport to display the Airport chart.
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Display Procedure shows when the current Airport chart
displays. Press Display Procedure to display the Procedure
chart.
7)
View—Controls which portion of the chart is being displayed. See
details below.
8)
Remove Labels—Removes the button labels from the page to
allow a full view of the current chart. Press any button again to
redisplay the labels.
9)
Ownship—Displays the current position of the aircraft. The chart
nominally remains fixed and the ownship symbol moves across
the chart with aircraft movement.
10) Pan Buttons—The right-hand buttons allow you to manually
move the chart on the screen. The pan buttons are only active
when the current view can be panned. The Plan view of each
chart can generally be panned; many information pages, such as
header and departure views, cannot.
Not shown: Center—When you use Pan, the Center button is
displayed to allow you to re-center the chart. When panning, the
aircraft position, and ownship symbol, may move towards or off
the edges of the chart area. Press Center to re-center the chart
on the current position hide the Center button.
11) Zoom Control knob—The right knob allows you to zoom the
chart for close-up examination of a specific area. The label only
appears when the current view can be zoomed. Most information
view pages, such as headers, cannot be zoomed. If you have
panned the chart, zooming all the way out to the full-screen chart
size also re-centers the chart on the screen.
A typical approach procedure chart is shown in Figure 3.3:
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Figure 3.3 CMax Chart Page (Procedure)
1)
Flight Plan—The flight plan is overlaid on the Plan View when
you select the flight plan display option (on Selection page) and
the chart is geo-referenced. If a flight plan does not display,
check that you selected the correct airport and approach.
2)
Flight Plan Active Leg—The active leg of the current flight plan,
if displayed, is magenta. Non-active legs are shown in green.
Note: The Garmin 400W/500W can use the parallel track. For Garmin
400W/500W software at Release 2 or earlier, if a parallel track is active,
the current non-offset leg will be displayed in white. For Garmin 400W/
500W software at Release 3 or later, if a parallel track is active, the
parallel track leg will be displayed in white.
Note: The ownship symbol on the Chart page is always oriented
according to the current GPS ground track. Therefore, the ownship is
always pointed in the direction the aircraft is moving, and does not
show any crab angle induced by crosswind components.
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Note: For a flight plan to be displayed on a given chart there must be a
waypoint on that chart in the flight plan. For example, a direct flight plan
from KBED to KLAX passes over KEMT. If you bring up KEMT charts,
the KBED-KLAX flight plan will not display. To display the flight plan
over KEMT, a waypoint on an approach for KEMT must be included in
the flight plan.
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3.5 4.2European VFR Charts
European VFR Charts can be included in the CMax subscription from
Jeppesen. If loaded, these European VFR Charts can be accessed
like standard CMax charts. JSUM version 2.1.5 or later must be used
to download European VFR Charts.
1)
VFR Charts-If loaded, VFR charts will be listed first in the list of
CMax charts for a given airport.
2)
IFR Charts-If loaded, standard CMax IFR charts will appear
second on the CMax Selection Page below European VFR
charts.
If a VFR chart is selected pressing "Display Airport" will display the
VFR airport diagram. Likewise, if an IFR chart is selected, pressing
"Display Airport" will display the standard Jeppesen airport diagram.
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3.6 CMax Views
The EX5000 provides two sets of charts, Procedure and Airport. For
ease of use and readability, each chart is divided into sections that
are shown individually. Use the Display button to toggle between
Procedure charts and Airport charts. Press View to cycle through the
available views for that chart.
3.6.1
Procedure Chart Views
For the Procedure chart, the Header, Profile, and Minimums views
also feature a small “preview pane” of the Plan View, which, although
too small to read all chart details, gives the user a general overview of
the approach for situational awareness. The flight plan and ownship
symbol are also displayed on the preview pane.
Note: If CMax detects non-standard data for a particular chart, a full chart
view will be the only available view for that chart, and the geo-referenced
ownship and flight plan will not be displayed.
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The available views are:
Figure 3.4 Procedure Chart views
Table 3.1
Airport Procedure Views
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View
Description
1 of 4
Plan
Includes a flight plan overlay if available (shown
in Figure 3.3).
2 of 4
Header
Contains general chart information and
appropriate communication frequencies.
3 of 4
Profile
Includes the profile view of the approach
procedure.
4 of 4
Minimums
Shows the descent minimums for the approach.
Header View
Profile
View
Minimums View
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3.6.2
Airport Chart Views
For airport charts, the available views are as follows:
Figure 3.5 Airport Chart Views
Table 3.2
Airport Chart Views
#
Chart
Description
1 of 4
Plan
Includes a flight plan overlay, if available (shown
in Figure 3.2).
2 of 4
Header
Includes general chart information and
communications frequencies.
3 of 4
Runways
Shows runway information for the airport.
4 of 4
Departure
Displays specific departure procedure
information.
Header View
Runways
View
Departure View
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Note that not all charts will have all information sections. Airport
charts, for example, may or may not have runway or departure
information. For larger airports, this information is often large enough
to warrant a separate chart, which can be selected from list on the
Selection page.
Charts that cannot be split into smaller sections are shown as a
complete chart, with the View button not displayed, since only one
View type is available.
Figure 3.6 Airport Departure Chart (Night View)
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3.7 CMax Selection Page
Figure 3.7 CMax Selection Page
1)
Chart Selection list—A list of all charts available for the
identified airport. Although the majority of charts listed are indeed
instrument approach procedure charts and are generally referred
to in this documentation as procedures, the list also includes
other types of charts such as airspace diagrams, taxi diagrams,
special instructions, and other miscellaneous charts.
2)
Chart NOTAMs—The Chart NOTAMs button only displays if
chart NOTAMs exist for the currently-selected airport. Press
Chart NOTAMS to bring up a window that lists any associated
chart NOTAMs for the airport currently entered in the Airport
Entry Field. See Section 3.8.1, "Chart NOTAMs Page" on page
43 for more information.
Note: The EX5000 shows only those charts covered by your Chart data
subscription. The Charts are listed in the Jeppesen chart index order.
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3)
Day/Night—Toggles the chart display between Day and Night
modes. Day mode displays black text on a white background;
Night mode is white text on a black background. Other colors
such as water or shaded terrain are also adjusted for Day or
Night mode. The EX5000 starts in Night mode to preserve night
vision.
4)
Flight Plan—Toggles the display of the flight plan overlay on the
chart Plan View between DISPLAY and DSPLY OFF. Changes to
this selection are effective immediately.
5)
Back to Active—Returns to the current active chart display
screen. Any inputs to the Airport Entry Field or Chart list are
abandoned. Changes to flight plan display status, however, are
preserved.
6)
Change Airport—Moves the cursor to the Airport Entry field,
described in Section 3.8, "Selecting an Airport" on page 41.
7)
Display Chart—Loads the selected chart and displays it on the
Chart page. Remember that the associated Airport diagram is
also automatically made available on the Chart page when a
procedure chart is loaded by pressing Display Chart.
Note: As a valid chart, the Airport diagram is listed in the Chart Selection
list, however, it is not usually necessary to load the Airport chart, since it is
always accessible on the Chart page by pressing the Display Airport button.
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3.8 Selecting an Airport
Use the Airport Entry Field to specify the airport you want to view.
Figure 3.8 Airport Selection Page
1)
Airport Entry Field—This field accepts airport identification
codes (such as KCAD, etc.). The EX5000 will try to auto-
complete an airport entry as the first characters are entered.
Press the AutoFill button to immediately fill this field with the
destination airport. Only those airports within the coverage area
are auto-completed.
A list of all charts available for the identified airport appears in the
chart list area. The name of the airport in the Airport Entry Field is
listed next to the entry field.
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2)
AutoFill—When pressed, moves the detected destination airport
listed on the button into the Airport Entry Field.
3)
Select Chart—Moves the active selection cursor from the Airport
Entry Field to the Chart Selection list.
4)
Next Letter—Use Next Letter to move the cursor within the
Airport Entry Field to the next character location.
5)
Select knob—Use the right knob to select the character for the
current cursor position when entering an airport identifier. The
character selection scrolls through A to Z, 0 to 9, and common
punctuation marks and symbols before returning to A.
Note: The AutoFill button automatically detects the destination airport if the
final waypoint is an airport or a waypoint that is part of an instrument
approach procedure. However, for some approaches, AutoFill may detect
another nearby airport rather than the intended destination. Make sure the
desired airport is displayed before pressing the button. AutoFill does not
display under the following conditions:
• An Airport cannot be determined due to GPS limitations.
• When the feature is not supported by some GPS models.
• The current airport destination is not available in your chart data
coverage area.
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3.8.1
Chart NOTAMs Page
Displays the chart NOTAMs associated with the currently displayed
airport.
Figure 3.9 Chart NOTAMs Page
1)
Close—Press Close to close the Chart NOTAMs window and
return to the Selection page.
Press the Chart NOTAMs button from the Selection page to display
the chart NOTAMs associated with that airport. Chart NOTAMs
specific to that airport are listed first, followed by any general chart
NOTAMs.
Note: Chart NOTAMs address changes to information contained on the
charts, and do not include local or regional operational NOTAMs. Always
obtain local and regional NOTAMS before any flight.
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In the unlikely event of data corruption during operations, the
EX5000 may exhibit one of the following symptoms:
• EX5000 reports that no chart data is available at all.
• Chart page is not accessible.
• Expected airports are not available for chart selection.
If you observe any of these, reload the CMax chart data using
the CMax Dataloader, described in the Avidyne CMax Data
Update Guide or in the Jeppesen JeppView for MFD Quick
Start Guide. If problems persist, contact your dealer or
Avidyne Technical Support.
As pilot in command, it is your duty to have backup sources
of data available.
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Traffic Mode and the Traffic
Page
When a Traffic Advisory (TA) is reported from the traffic sensor, the
EX5000 displays a traffic alert message in the Message Bar.
Pressing the ACK button next to the message acknowledges the
traffic alert and displays the dedicated traffic page that provides you
maximum traffic situational awareness.
4.1
The Dedicated Traffic Page
The dedicated Traffic page is a specially configured Map page with
the following settings:
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View—Center, with heading (or track) up
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Range—5 NM
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Base Map—No terrain or political boundaries
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Declutter—No symbol or airspace depictions
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Lightning—Not displayed
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Flight Plan—Displayed
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It is dangerous to rely on the EX5000 as your sole source of
data for collision avoidance. Traffic information is provided as
an aid to visually acquiring traffic. Maneuver your aircraft
based only on ATC guidance or positive acquisition of
conflicting traffic. It is your duty as pilot in command to see
and avoid.
Notes: The intruder track information provided by TIS traffic systems is only
accurate to within 45° of true intruder track. Take this into account when
visually acquiring the reported traffic.
Keep in mind that intruder traffic can maneuver at any time, and the current
intruder track direction does not guarantee the intruder will continue along
that track.
For traffic sensors without track information (e.g. TAS), traffic symbols are
shown without the “stinger”.
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Datalink Weather—Not displayed.
Up to 5 non-bearing intruders (traffic threats reported by the traffic
sensor without valid bearing) are listed below the airplane symbol.
Acknowledging the TA message from the Traffic mode removes it
from the message bar, allowing other messages to be displayed. The
TA message is automatically removed when the threat is reduced or
the intruder is no longer present.
Figure 4.1 Map Page—Traffic Mode
1)
Exit Traffic—Restores the Map page to the previous settings. If
the Map page is restored prior to acknowledging a TA, the
message will remain displayed and acknowledging it will once
again bring up the dedicated Traffic page.
The available Traffic button modes are listed below. For more
information on specific traffic sensor modes, consult the user
documentation for your traffic sensor.
Note: Traffic limitations and operational ranges depend on the installed
traffic sensor. For TAS or TCAD sensors, see the corresponding sensor
Pilot Guide. For TIS sensors, see Section 1-3-5 of the Aeronautical
Information Manual.
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TCAD 9900B—Traffic modes are GROUND, TERMINAL,
STANDARD, ENROUTE, UNLIMITED, APPROACH, and DSPLY
OFF. Note that some TCAD installations will support automatic
mode switching by the TCAD unit. The current mode is always
reported on the EX5000 screen.
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NORMAL, UNLIMTD, BELOW, and DSPLY OFF.
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4.2 Traffic Symbols
On the EX5000, aircraft traffic detected by a Traffic Sensor (referred
to as intruders) are displayed as one of three symbols. If a compatible
TIS system is installed and intruder track information is available, the
appropriate symbol will be shown with a “stinger” which depicts the
current ground track of the intruder, as detected by ATC radar
systems. Traffic symbols are:
Traffic alert information is displayed in the message bar as shown in
the example above.
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Relative bearing of target.
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Range in nautical miles.
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Traffic Symbols
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Symbol
TIS
Symbol
Type
Meaning
Traffic Alert (TA) Traffic within the alert zone
defined by the traffic sensor.
Proximate Traffic Traffic close to your position
but not within an alert zone.
Other Traffic
Traffic detected by the traffic
sensor, but determined not
to be a current threat.
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aircraft without operating transponders. Therefore, these
aircraft will not display on the EX5000. It is your responsibility
to see and avoid all other traffic and to maintain appropriate
separation.
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Relative altitude, for example, -200 would be 200 feet below. For
example, -200 would be 200 feet below your aircraft, as reported
by the traffic sensor.
Intruders are displayed as they are received from and identified by
the sensor. The threat level assigned to an intruder is specified by the
sensor when it transmits the intruder data. Threat data, range,
bearing, altitude, ID and closing direction are defined by the sensor
and the type of sensor used in your system.
If the intruder altitude and vertical speed are known, they are
displayed alongside the intruder symbol. The number immediately
above or below the traffic symbol indicates the relative altitude of the
intruder to your position, in hundreds of feet. An arrow next to an
intruder symbol shows the direction of any vertical movement of the
intruder that is in excess of 400 feet per minute.
For example, in the Traffic Alert example shown in Table 4.1, the
intruder is 500 feet below and is climbing. In addition, this example
with an intruder track shows the intruder is moving along a track
approximately 45 degrees to the right of our current map alignment.
(i.e. if the EX5000 map is set for North Up, the intruder is flying a track
somewhere between 023 and 067. This is the accuracy limit of the
intruder track data.)
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TIS Sensor Status
For TIS installations, the following may be reported in the Traffic
status block on the EX5000 Map page:
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feed from ground-based radar and is in “coast” mode. The
EX5000 will continue to display the traffic last received, while the
CST timer will count the seconds since the last valid data.
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RMV 00:00—After 12 seconds of coasting, the TIS sensor will
remove the traffic display and display RMV, and continue to count
the time since the last valid data.
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UNAVAIL—More than 60 seconds have passed since valid data
was received, or TIS data is not available at the current aircraft
location.
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Trip Page
The Trip page is continuously updated during flight. The distance and
the time values are updated with each new positive fix from the GPS.
The route legs advance with each waypoint message. Turn the Page
knob to bring up the Trip page, which shows the remaining legs in the
current flight plan and other data being received by the EX5000 from
the GPS.
If the entire flight plan does not fit on the screen, an ellipsis (...)
displays in the next to last line. The destination line is always
displayed. All flight plans are from the GPS. A “No Flightplan
Available” message displays if there is no flight plan entered or if the
GPS has failed.
Figure 5.1 Trip Page Information
1)
Current ground speed and track—As reported by your GPS
Navigator.
2)
Course Deviation Indicator (CDI)—Shows lateral distance
(Crosstrack deviation) from desired course, providing continuous
navigation reference when viewing the Trip page.
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Time—Local and UTC time in HH:MM:SS using a 24-hour clock
format.
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Flight Plan Waypoints—Flight Plan information from your GPS.
Active waypoint is shown in magenta.
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WPT—Waypoint identifier as received from the GPS.
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BRG—Bearing to current waypoint.
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DTK—Desired track to waypoint.
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NM —Cumulative great circle distance of each flight plan
leg.
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ETE—Cumulative estimated time enroute to waypoint in
H:MM format for each flight plan leg at current ground
speed.
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ETA—Estimated time of arrival to waypoint in HH:MM
formatted for local time.
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Chart Icon—Indicates that an Instrument Procedure
chart is available for the associated airport. An “I” on the
icon indicates that at least one ILS approach chart is
available for the associated airport, on the CMax Chart
page. Chart icons only display for those airports for which
you have JeppView subscription coverage. For more
information, see Section Figure 3.1, "Not for Navigation
Watermark on Chart display" on page 26.
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Intermediate waypoints are shown with the prefix Wx:. The
Trip page includes distance (NM), waypoint name, and
METAR, if available.
Intermediate waypoints are determined by your current flight
plan. The EX5000 adds intermediate waypoints along your
flight path to provide weather information between flight plan
waypoints for longer flight plan legs. This can provide you
with a fuller picture of enroute conditions.
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METAR Symbol—A METAR report is shown for each flight plan
waypoint that uses the same METAR condition symbols as
Note: For the Garmin 430W, if the parallel track is active, the above
data, WPT, BRFDG, DTK, NM, ETE, and ETA are not displayed.
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described in Section 2.2, "Map Symbols—Terrain and Position"
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Trip Display Area—Displays the information that you select with
the Display button for the selected waypoint, when available.
7)
Destination Airport Info—Provides quick access to airport
information for the destination airport, when available.
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Display—Controls the display shown in the lower portion of the
screen. The selections are:
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METAR—Displays the decoded text METAR for the selected
waypoint, when available. If METAR cannot be decoded, raw
text METAR will be displayed.
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Legend—If Broadcast Datalink is installed, shows the types
of data used in graphical METAR and Datalink Radar
displays.If LEGEND is selected for the Trip page Display,
there is a button for unit selection.
Units - Controls the units used for decoded METARs and
Datalink Legend. The selections are:
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ENGLISH-Displays the decoded METAR text and
Datalink Legend using statute miles (SM), feet (ft), and
inches of mercury (inHg)
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METRIC-Displays the decoded METAR text and Datalink
Legend using meters (m), kilometers (km), and
hectopascals (hPa). Cloud altitudes are still in feet (ft).
Unit selections apply to decoded METAR text on both the
Trip page and Nearest page.
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Broadcast Status
Time since reception: If Broadcast Datalink is installed and
available, displays satellite, signal and serial number
information for the Broadcast Datalink system. Also displays
the elapsed time since reception of the various types of
weather data. If the time since reception for any particular
weather product is greater than the limits defined by the
system, a cyan alert message will display in the message box
on the Aux Main page and in the message bar. For example,
if 91 minutes has elapsed since the last TAF data was
received, a "Broadcast TAFs > 90 min" message will display
in the message bar and in the message list on the Aux page.
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new data for that product has not been received for greater
than X minutes, where ‘X’ is the time limit defined for each
product (typically 90 minutes).
Service Level: The service level appears on the Broadcast
Status page. The MFD displays to which service level you
have subscribed. Your service level determines how much
data is visible on screen.
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on screen: Aviator, Aviator Pro, or None.
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Unknown is displayed.
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Winds Aloft and Freezing Level/Temperatures Aloft—
Depending on your XM WX service level, displays Winds
Aloft and Freezing Level data from Broadcast Datalink, if
available. The Winds Aloft direction is measured from true
(not magnetic) North. Winds are interpolated for each Trip
page waypoint and are based on a computer forecast model
that is updated hourly.
The XM Freezing Level forecast (see figure) displays the
expected altitude of the freezing level for the waypoint, while
Note: Broadcast Datalink times indicated on the Trip page display
the time since the product was received by the MFD (“time since
reception”). There is an inherent time delay between the creation
and reception of the broadcast weather data.
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TAFs—The EX5000 provides text Terminal Aerodrome
Forecasts (TAF) from the National Weather Service via
Broadcast Datalink, if available. TAFs are not decoded.
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ADS-B Status If the EX5000 is configured with for ADS-B
weather, the Trip page will have a 'Status" button. Pressing
the button will cycle through the following sub-pages
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Products- This is the standard Status page which
display the product ages and receiver status
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Stations- This page shows information about which
stations are providing data and the completeness of that
data. White text in the CRL (Current Report List) Range
columns indicates that additional data is expected.
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Unavail-This page displays information about products
that are being reported as temporarily unavailable.
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Chart—If CMax approach charts are installed and available,
provides a quick jump to the Chart page with the highlighted
airport pre-selected. For more information about CMax, see
Section 3, "CMax Chart Pages (Optional) " on page 25.
Note: Winds Aloft and TAFs are only available with certain broadcast
packages. See the broadcast datalink documentation for more information.
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10) Select knob—Use the right knob to move the cursor over the
desired waypoint in the flight plan, which selects the plain-text
METAR to be displayed along the bottom half of the screen.
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Garmin GNS400/500-series users: When the EX5000 is
interfaced to a Garmin GNS400/500-series GPS via RS-232,
the GPS may send duplicate waypoints while in approach
mode. These duplicate waypoints may affect the distance
and time readings on the Trip page. Use the GPS as the
primary source of navigation information for approach
procedures. Consult your avionics installation facility to
determine if your EX5000 is interfaced to the Garmin GNS-
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Nearest Page (NRST)
The Nearest page displays the nearest airports within 100NM of your
present position or the nearest airports to your destination. Through
the buttons, you can access detailed information about each airport.
The buttons also allow you to view the nearest VORs, NDBs,
Intersections, and Obstacles.
6.1
Nearest Page
Figure 6.1 Nearest Page
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Airport details—By default, displays the following details about
the airports nearest to your current location:
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METAR and Chart Symbols— Waypoints with METAR
reporting stations display a color-coded METAR flag when
Datalink is active. If CMax approach charts are installed, a
chart icon displays next to any METAR reporting station for
which an Instrument Procedure chart is available. An “I” on
the icon indicates that at least one ILS approach chart is
available. See Chart, below, for more information.
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ID—Airport identifier of the airport.
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BRG—Bearing to the airport.
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NM—Distance to the airport.
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Freq—Radio frequency to contact this airport.
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Name—Airport common name.
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METAR Conditions—Displays the decoded text METAR for the
selected airport when Broadcast Datalink is enabled and a
METAR is available.
3)
Airport Info—Provides quick access to airport information for the
airport highlighted. Airport Info only appears when viewing the
Airports Nearest to Position and Airports Nearest to Destination.
Airport Info displays a page similar to Figure 6.2.
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TYPE—Cycles through the various Nearest data types in the
following order:
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PPOS APT (Airports Nearest Present Position)—
Graphical METARs, airport identifier, bearing, distance from
the aircraft present position, frequency, and airport name.
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DEST APT (Airports Nearest Destination)—Graphical
METARs, airport identifier, bearing, distance from the aircraft
present position, frequency, and airport name.
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VORs—Identifier, bearing, distance, frequency, and name.
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NDBs—Identifier, bearing, distance, frequency, and name.
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Intersections—Identifier, bearing, and distance.
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Obstacles—MSL (and AGL) height, bearing, and distance.
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FILTER—Press to see all airport types (SHOW ALL) or only the
airport types as defined on the Airport Filter page (ON) (see
Section Figure 7.2, "Airport Filter Setup Page" on page 69). Filter
is only visible on the Nearest Airport pages.
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Chart—If CMax charts are installed and you select an airport that
has a chart icon, the Chart button appears, which provides a
quick jump to the selected approach charts. For information
about CMax, see Chapter 3 "CMax Chart Pages (Optional) .”
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Select knob—Use the right knob to move the cursor up or down
to highlight a specific airport or other data type.
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When you press Airport Info from the Nearest page, the Airport
Information page displays for the selected Airport, as shown:
Figure 6.2 Airport Information Page
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Back to Nearest—Returns to the Nearest page.
2)
Step and Jump knobs—If the communications frequencies list
is long enough so that it does not fit on a single page, the Step
and Jump labels appear on the left and right knobs:
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Step—Scrolls the page one line.
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Aux Page – Configuring the
EX5000
Use the Aux page to configure a number of options on your EX5000.
From the main Aux page, you can view informational messages and
select the options you want to configure.
This section discusses the following topics:
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Declutter Setup Page, page 71
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Aux Main Page
Figure 7.1 Aux Main Page
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EX5000 Version Information—Software part number, serial
number, and media part number are displayed here. Expiration
dates for on-board databases are also shown on this page.
2)
Message List including sensor status—A record of the
messages displayed in the message bar. If more messages are
active than space allows, the right knob allows scrolling.
3)
Datalink Setup—Provides configuration options for the Datalink
Messaging.
4)
Lightning Strike Test—Initiates a self-test of the lightning
sensor, if installed.
5)
Traffic Standby/Traffic Self-Test—If a SkyWatch traffic sensor
is installed:
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Traffic Standby switches the sensor back into standby mode
only while on the ground. To view traffic data while on the
ground press Traffic in Map page.
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Traffic Self-Test replaces Traffic Standby after the Traffic
sensor has entered Standby. Initiates a 30 second self test of
the SkyWatch traffic sensor only while on the ground.
6)
Nav Src—If your aircraft is equipped with multiple GPS units,
switches between GPS1 and GPS2 to provide position
information and flight plan data to the moving map.
7)
Setup Menus—Buttons to select specific setup functions
including Airport Filter, Declutter Settings, Data Block Editing,
and System Time.
Scroll knob—(Not shown) If there are more messages than fit on
the current page, Scroll allows you to scroll the message list to
see the remainder of the messages.
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7.1 Airport Filter Setup Page
The Airport Filter Setup page allows you to set criteria for nearest
airport searches of the database. You can select towered and/or non-
towered airports, the type of surfaces you prefer to land on, and the
minimum runway length based on your particular aircraft or type of
flying. The values selected on this page also dictate the types of
airports that get displayed on the map.
Figure 7.2 Airport Filter Setup Page
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Airport Type—Select Towered, Non-Towered, or both.
2)
Surface—Select between hard, soft, and/or water surfaces.
3)
Minimum Runway Length—select the minimum runway length
from 2000ft.—7000ft. or show all lengths.
4)
Save—Saves settings and returns to the Aux Main page.
5)
Cancel—Cancels any changes and returns to the Aux Main
page.
Note: To display airports with both hard surface and water runways check
the hard surface box.
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Change knob—The left knob changes the value or status of the
selected field.
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Select knob—The right knob moves the blue field selector.
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7.2 Declutter Setup Page
The Declutter Setup page is used to define the navigation symbols
and other default display settings for the Declutter button. Individual
items can be selected for display or a pre-defined group of items can
be selected by choosing VFR or IFR defaults.
Figure 7.3 Declutter Setup Page
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IFR & VFR Defaults—Sets the declutter settings to predefined
factory settings based on typical usage.
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Display—Each item has three possible display settings:
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Auto—The item displays automatically and declutters
automatically based on pixel density of the display at a given
range.
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Off—The item is never displayed.
Note: The EX5000 may limit the number of symbols displayed based on the
total symbol density.
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Label—A check in the label box indicates that the item name will
be displayed along with the symbol.
4)
Range Dots—The circles represent the seventeen available map
scales. A cyan-colored circle indicates that the item is displayed
at that range. The vertical dash line indicates the map current
scale.
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Save—Saves settings and returns to the Aux Main page.
6)
Cancel—Cancels any changes and returns to the Aux Main
page.
7)
Change knob—The left knob changes the value or status of the
selected field.
8)
Select knob—The right knob moves the blue field selector.
Note: The 1000NM and 1500NM columns are not displayed
because this data is never displayed at these ranges.
Note: If all display elements are forced on via the Declutter Setup page, the
quick declutter setting on Map page is set to maximum, and the Map Range
is set greater than 400NM, Map performance may be slow, and in some
cases, may cease to operate. If this occurs, you will need to recycle the
EX5000 power to restore functionality.
To avoid this situation, Avidyne suggests that you select the IFR or VFR
Default declutter setting.
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Data blocks in the upper corners of the Map page can be edited to
display information from a list of available data types. A series of
dashes represents data that is invalid or unavailable.
Figure 7.4 Data Block Edit Page
1)
Factory Defaults—Resets the Data Blocks to the original display
mode.
2)
Left & Right Data Blocks—The Upper Left and Upper Right
Data Blocks are user-configurable data blocks that appear in the
upper left and upper right of the Map pages. You can keep these
data blocks at the default factory configuration or you can
customize the data that appears in the data blocks. The factory
default uses the data blocks as follows:
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Each data block can have as many as 6 lines of data. If you
configure BLANK lines, the data block is resized to show only
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lines with valid data. The data block disappears if all lines are set
to BLANK.
For information on the fields available in the data blocks, see
Section 9.7, "Data Blocks" on page 103.”
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Save—Saves settings and returns to the Aux Main page.
4)
Cancel—Cancels any changes and returns to Aux Main page.
5)
Change knob—The left knob changes the value or status of the
selected field.
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Select knob—The right knob moves the green field selector.
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The System Time page allows you to set the “time zone offset” based
on your location relative to UTC. In addition, you can set the amount
of time the button labels stay up on the Map page before decluttering
or set to never declutter.
Figure 7.5 System Time Page
1)
Time Source—Select the time source. If “Auto” is selected, the
EX5000 will first try to receive current time data from the attached
GPS unit. If the GPS signal is not available, it will try to receive
current time data from Narrowcast Datalink. If neither are
available, the EX5000 will use the last known time data.
2)
Time and Date Setting—If manual time source is selected, it
allows you to manually adjust the current UTC value.
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Before conducting flight operations, verify that time and date
settings are correct and in GMT (UTC). It is critical that the
time be set to the correct GMT to provide accurate display of
Datalink weather.
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Time Zone—Set the time zone for your location, based on an
offset from UTC.
4)
Menu Timeout—Set the amount of time that the menus remain
visible on Map page from the following choices (in seconds): 2, 5,
10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, Never.
5)
Save—Saves settings and returns to the Aux Main page.
6)
Cancel—Cancels any changes and returns to the Aux Main
page.
7)
Change knob—The left knob changes the value or status of the
selected field.
8)
Select knob—The right knob moves the blue field selector.
Note: The EX5000 maintains a constant offset from UTC and does not
adjust local time for daylight savings.
Note: If the EX5000 time has drifted noticeably from the current GPS time,
ensure the GPS unit(s) are receiving valid GPS information by re-synching
the EX5000 time as follows:
• Enter the System Time page.
• Change the “Time Source” setting from “Auto” to “GPS”
• Return the setting to “Auto” and press the “Save” button.
• If the “Time Source” was previously not set to “Auto”, change the setting
to “Auto” and press the “Save” button.
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7.5 MFD CMOS Battery Operation and
Replacement
7.5.1
CMOS Battery
A CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor) battery is
used in the EX5000 Series of MFDs to maintain the system clock. On
average, CMOS batteries have been shown to last over 10 years.
The clock in the EX5000 Series of MFDs is used to display the
current time to the operator and to determine, among other things, the
age of datalink products. Additionally, this clock is also used to tag
logged data and in calculations such as ETA. Replacement of a
CMOS battery is optional. The following section describes the steps
that are needed to operate an EX5000 Series MFD with a
nonfunctioning CMOS battery
7.5.2
Operating without a CMOS Battery
This section specifies the recommended steps that should be taken if/
when the CMOS battery is no longer capable of maintaining the
system time in an EX5000 Series MFD.
Without a CMOS battery, the system will report the current year to be
2000. If this is the case, the system setting should be checked to
make sure the "manual" mode of clock update is not enabled. Follow
the prescribed steps in the "System Time Page" section of the
EX5000 Pilot Guide to set the system to either the "Auto" or "GPS"
selection (either selection will update the MFD with the appropriate
time). No other actions are required in order to update the system
time.
When the system time selection is set to "Auto" or "GPS", the MFD
will automatically correct the system time using the incoming GPS
data once it is available. All Cirrus, Piper and Lancair OEM
configurations, which include the EX5000, are attached to a GPS
(GNS430 or IFD440/IFD540) and hence will automatically correct the
system time upon battery failure if configured to default to GPS time.
Until the GPS time is acquired by the connected GPS, the EX5000
Series of MFDs will display an incorrect time. The connected GPS
system typically takes 45 seconds or less to acquire GPS time
following system startup. Since the GPS position (and thus time) is
available prior to takeoff the time will always be correct prior to
takeoff.
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CMOS Battery Replacement
For customers whose batteries are no longer operational, and are
uncomfortable waiting for a GPS signal in order to facilitate the clock
adjustment, we suggest replacement of the CMOS battery.
Replacement of a CMOS battery is optional.
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Datalink (Optional)
Datalink services allow you to view weather and other data on the
Map and Trip pages. Avidyne offers Broadcast Datalink and ADS-B
FIS-B data.
For most operations, the EX5000 weather data display is the same
regardless of which Datalink system is in use.
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The EX5000 supports an optional Broadcast Datalink receiver, either:
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Figure 8.1 Broadcast Receiver Options
Both receivers receive a constant stream of weather data. Broadcast
Datalink requires a fixed monthly subscription.
XM provides US and Canadian Radar, METARS, and TAFs.
8.1.1
Using Broadcast Datalink in Flight
The Broadcast Datalink receiver receives weather data continuously.
It is not necessary to enable or disable the receipt of individual types
of data. You can control the display of received data on the Map, Trip
or NRST pages.
Note:
The boundary of the available datalink radar data is shown by
an area with diagonal stripes. In normal operation, this
boundary follows the outline of CONUS if US RDR is
selected, or the extent of Canadian Radar if CAN RDR is
selected. If, however, datalink radar is unavailable in a
particular area for any reason, the hatched lines appear in
that area. In the mountains and off the coast, hatched lines
may represent no coverage below 10,000 feet. If there are
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radar returns in that region above FL100, the returns will be
displayed as "islands of precipitation" surrounded by the
hatched lines.
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This section describes the symbols displayed using Broadcast
Datalink. Figure 8.2, below, displays many of the Broadcast Datalink
symbols (though one hopes you are not flying in similar weather). For
a complete list of Map symbols, see Chapter 2 "Map Page".”
Figure 8.2 Broadcast Datalink Weather
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service level, lightning information from the broadcast datalink
weather is matched to grid coordinates with a resolution of
approximately 2 NM. Overlapping lightning symbols may be
decluttered for clarity:
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METAR symbols—Each METAR reporting station shown on the
Map page will have a METAR condition flag displayed. The color
of the METAR flag indicates the current conditions at that airport:
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AIRMETs/SIGMETs—Depending on your broadcast service
level, AIRMETs and SIGMETs are shown as ribbed lines
enclosing the area of the advisory and are color coded and
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labeled as to their type. For more details, see Table 9.7 Airspace
and Airways Lines on page 101.
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Datalink Radar Images—The XM Datalink Radar images are
delivered with a resolution of approximately 1 NM. The EX5000
smoothes the edges of the Datalink Radar images, so that the
images are not distracting at smaller zoom ranges. The Datalink
Radar colors conform to aviation standards: green, yellow, red,
and magenta depict varying intensities of rainfall, and shades of
blue for snow and pink for mixed precipitation. A handy legend for
the Datalink Radar colors is found on the Trip page:
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Storm Cells—If storm cells are present, the EX5000
displays the cells along with the cell’s groundspeed,
in knots, and direction of travel. If there is a greater
than 50% chance of hail, the cell is displayed with a
white background. It also shows echo tops..
Note:At longer range settings, individual lightning strikes and
storm cells are combined into single strikes or single
storm cells, depending on their proximity. This avoids
clutter and improves readability. And vice versa, lower
map range settings will display more strikes and storm
cells.
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TFR—Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) are reported over the
Broadcast Datalink. TFRs are shown with solid red lines on the
Map page. Note that at a full Map Declutter setting (all navigation
data and airspace removed), TFRs will also be removed from the
display.
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Using Datalink without a Traffic Sensor or
Radar
Without Radar or a Traffic sensor installed, the EX5000 takes
advantage of the available buttons and the WX Reports button is split
into two buttons, Air/Sig and Metars, as shown below.
Figure 8.3 Datalink Weather without Traffic Sensors
1)
Metar—Controls display of the graphical METAR symbols on the
Map page. Press Metar to toggle between ON and DSPLY OFF.
2)
Air/Sig—Controls the display of AIRMETs and SIGMETs. Press
Air/Sig to cycle between ALL, AIRMET, SIGMET, and DSPLY
OFF.
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8.3 Nearest Page with Datalink Weather
The Nearest page also displays METAR information received via
Datalink. Similarly to the Trip page, the METAR symbols are
displayed in a column next to the Nearest airports list, for all airports
that have weather reporting stations. Airports that do not report
METARs do not have a METAR symbol shown. When Broadcast
Datalink is enabled, the text METAR for the currently selected airport
is displayed on the lower half of the Nearest page.
Figure 8.4 Nearest Page with Broadcast Datalink
For further information about Datalink weather on the NRST page,
see Chapter 6 "Nearest Page (NRST)".
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8.4 Trip Page with Datalink Weather
The Trip page also displays weather information from the weather
Datalink. Each waypoint on the current active flightplan is associated
with a METAR reporting point. For non-airport waypoints, the nearest
METAR is used. The general conditions are reported with the same
METAR flags as used on the Map page, here shown in a column for
each waypoint. If legs on the flight plan exceed 100 miles in length,
the EX5000 selects “intermediate waypoints” in between the
waypoints of the leg, to provide greater situational awareness of the
weather conditions along the route.
Figure 8.5 Trip Page with Datalink Weather
For information about Datalink weather on the Trip page, see
Chapter 5 "Trip Page".
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Reference
This section contains the following information:
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Updating Your Databases, page 88
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Activating Broadcast Datalink Accounts, page 93
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Cleaning the EX5000 Screen, page 96
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Sensor Status Block Symbols, page 97
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Map Symbols, page 99
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Line Styles, page 101
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Data Blocks, page 103
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TAWS Messages, page 105
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Nav Messages, page 107
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Traffic Messages, page 109
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Lightning Messages, page 110
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PFD Messages, page 112
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Broadcast Datalink Messages, page 113
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Avionics Abbreviations, page 117
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9.1 Updating Your Databases
Avidyne allows you to upload the following types of data to your
EX5000:
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NavData—For the Map page, Avidyne uses NavData from
Jeppesen Sanderson, Inc. it is your duty as pilot in command to
ensure that the data you fly with remains up to date.
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CMax� Chart Data—An optional Avidyne feature that allows you
to view JeppView chart data on your EX5000.
You can use a Zip Drive or USB Flash Memory Drive to move data
between your PC and the EX5000. For more information about the
databases, and about loading data from your PC to a Zip Drive or
USB Flash Memory Drive, see the Avidyne Data Update Guide.
USB Flash Memory Drives come in many sizes and configurations. A
sample USB Flash Memory Drive is shown below. For a list of
approved USB Flash Memory Drives, see the Avidyne website at
www.avidyne.com.