Introduction
This document serves as a comprehensive reference guide for the Garmin G500 and G600 Avionics Display Systems. These advanced systems integrate primary flight instrumentation, navigation information, and moving map displays into dual 6.5-inch color screens, enhancing pilot situational awareness and cockpit management.
System Overview
The G500 and G600 systems are modular, comprising Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) for easier maintenance. They provide pilots with critical flight data through two main display units:
- Primary Flight Display (PFD): Presents essential flight information such as airspeed, altitude, attitude, heading, vertical speed, and navigation data.
- Multi-Function Display (MFD): Offers a broader range of capabilities including detailed maps, weather information (XM Weather, FIS-B), traffic advisories, system status, and flight plan management.
Key Features
The guide details numerous features, including:
- Detailed explanations of PFD instruments like the Airspeed Tape, Altitude Tape, HSI, and Attitude Indicator.
- MFD functionalities covering Map Groups (Navigation, Traffic, Terrain), WX Groups (XM Weather, FIS-B, Weather Radar), Aux Groups (System Setup, XM Radio), and Alerts.
- Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT) for a 3D forward-looking view of the terrain.
- Autopilot integration and control.
- Comprehensive symbol definitions and warnings/cautions for safe operation.
Purpose
This reference guide is intended to assist pilots in understanding and effectively operating the Garmin G500/G600 systems, ensuring optimal use of their advanced avionics capabilities.
