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GPS 155XL
Pilot’s Guide and Reference
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page i This manual is written for software version 2.04 or above, and is not suitable for INTRODUCTION earlier software versions. Foreword © 1999 GARMIN Corporation GARMIN International, Inc., 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, Kansas 66062 USA Tel: 913-397-8200 Fax: 913-397-8282 GARMIN (Europe) LTD, Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park, Romsey, Hampshire S051 9AQ, UK Tel: 011-44-1794-519944 Fax: 011-44-1794-519222 GARMIN, GPS 155XL, Spell’N’Find, AutoLocate, PhaseT
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page ii INTRODUCTION Cautions CAUTION The Global Positioning System is operated by the United States government, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. Although the GARMIN GPS 155XL is a precision electronic NAVigation AID NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC (NAVAID), any NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and therefore
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page iii Accessories & Packing List INTRODUCTION Accessories and Congratulations on choosing the finest, most advanced panel mount IFR Packing List GPS receiver available. The GPS 155XL represents GARMIN’s commitment to provide an accurate, easy-to-use GPS for all of your aviation needs. Before installing and getting started with your unit, please check to see that your package includes the following items. If any parts are missing or damaged, please see your G
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page iv INTRODUCTION Warranty Every GARMIN GPS is built to exacting standards to provide years of trouble-free service. GARMIN warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. GARMIN International, Inc. will at its sole option, repair or replace any components which fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at To obtain warranty service, see your local dealer no charge to the cus
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page v PART ONE: INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii Table of Contents Accessories/Packing List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page vi ® Appendix A: NavData and User Data Card Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 INTRODUCTION Table of Contents Appendix B: Installation and Maintenance of the GPS 155XL . . . . . . .110 Appendix C: Simulator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 Appendix D: GPS 155XL Messages and Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Appendix E: Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 Appen
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page vii INTRODUCTION Key and Knob Functions Key and Knob The power/intensity knob controls unit power and display intensity. Functions B The zoom-in key is used to zoom in to the next smaller scale setting when b viewing the map page. The zoom-out key allows you to zoom out to the next larger scale setting a when viewing the map page. The GPS 155XL is designed to minimize keystrokes when performing operations. There are The nearest key is used to obtain informa
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page viii The message key is used to view system messages and to alert you to important warnings and requirements. This key is also used to access the M INTRODUCTION GPS 155XL’s unit settings. See Section 6 for more information on messages Key and Knob and unit settings. Functions The direct-to key performs an instant direct-to, allows you to enter a D waypoint, and sets a direct course to the destination. See Section 4. The clear key is used to erase information
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page 1 The GARMIN GPS 155XL is a powerful navigational tool that provides pilots with accurate navigational data, including non-precision approaches, SIDs and STARs. The Takeoff Tour is TAKEOFF TOUR designed to familiarize you with the operation of the GPS 155XL, including powering up the unit, entering data and performing a simple direct-to, and provide a limited introduction to the Power On ‘Nearest’ functions. In addition, this section also briefly covers the p
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page 2 Once the database has been acknowledged, the satellite status page will appear, and the GPS 155XL will begin to collect satellite information. An ‘Acquiring’ status TAKEOFF TOUR will be displayed on the satellite status page, and the signal values on the bottom line Acquiring Satellites of the page will begin displaying numeric values. This is a good indication that you are receiving signals and satellite lock will occur. Following the first-time use of you
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page 3 After the GPS 155XL acquires satellites and computes a position, the position page will appear automatically, and you’ll be informed with ‘Ready for navigation’ on the message page. TAKEOFF TOUR Position Page Altitude, MSA or ESA Position (lat/lon) Reference Waypoint Field The position page displays your present latitude and longitude, altitude and a refer- ence waypoint field. The altitude and reference waypoint fields are also selectable (see The map pa
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page 4 The GPS 155XL uses direct point-to-point navigation to guide you from takeoff to touchdown in the IFR environment. Once a destination is selected, the unit will provide TAKEOFF TOUR speed, course and distance data based upon a direct course from your present position Direct-To Navigation to your destination. A destination can be selected from any page using the D (direct- NAV Summary Page to) key. To select a direct-to destination: 1. Press the D key. The
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page 5 In addition to the destination field and graphical CDI, the GPS 155XL NAV summa- ry page features five selectable fields for various navigation data so that the page may be TAKEOFF TOUR configured to your own preferences (see Section 1 for more information). The default NAV Summary & settings for the NAV summary page are: Map Pages • Distance (dis)— The distance to your destination in nautical miles • Ground Speed (gs)— Your present speed over the ground in
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page 6 Airspace Boundaries TAKEOFF TOUR Airport Waypoint Map Page Present Position The map display occupies the right side of the display. Your present position is indi- cated by a plane symbol (in track up mode) or a position diamond (in other orienta- tion modes), with your route displayed as a solid line. Nearby airports, navaids and user waypoints may be depicted on the map—with unique identifying symbols for each waypoint type. Boundaries for special use and
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page 7 The map display has 14 available scales from 0.5 to 300 (nautical miles, statute miles or kilometers) representing the vertical height of the map. The map scale is controlled by TAKEOFF TOUR the and keys, with the current scale displayed in the lower right corner. a b Map Scales To select a map scale: NAVCOM Page 1. Press to increase the map scale and show a larger area (or turn K to the right). a 2. Press to decrease the map scale and show a smaller a
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page 8 The GPS 155XL’s T key provides the nine nearest airports, VORs, NDBs, inter- sections, user waypoints and any SUA (special use airspace) alerts, as well as the two TAKEOFF TOUR closest FSS (Flight Service Station) and center (ARTCC) frequencies for your present position. The nearest waypoint feature is a handy safety feature that may be used to Nearest Waypoints execute a quick direct-to in case of an in-flight emergency or to review the closest facil- itie
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page 9 To select a nearest waypoint as a direct-to destination: TAKEOFF TOUR 1. Press the D key. The direct-to confirmation page for the selected waypoint will appear. Nearest Waypoints 2. Press E to confirm. Shutting Down Congratulations! You’ve covered the basic operation of the GPS 155XL. We encourage you to experiment with your new GPS receiver to get to know all the advanced navigation features it has to offer. If you’d like a little more practice, try using
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155xlb manual 1/12/99 4:05 PM Page 10 Section 1 SECTION NAV KEY Navigation Key Overview 1 The GPS 155XL features seven navigation pages to provide various position, course, speed, status and planning information. The pages may be viewed by pressing the N key and rotating the outer knob, or by pressing the N key repeatedly. NAV Summary Page Map Page NAVCOM Page NAV Menu 2 Position Page Remember! The NAV pages will only display infor- mation AFTER the position and navigational infor- mation has
