Pilot's Guide

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Garmin G500/600 Pilot’s Guide
190-00601-02 Rev. H
Cover TOC
Foreword
Sec 1
System
Sec 2
PFD
Sec 3
MFD
Sec 4
Hazard
Avoidance
Sec 5
Additional
Features
Sec 6
Annun.
& Alerts
Sec 7
Symbols
Sec 8
GlossaryAppendix A
Appendix B
Index
Category Settings Affected Quantities Exceptions
Navigation
Angle
Magnetic (North)
True (North)
Heading
Course
Bearing
Track
Desired Track
Barometric
Setting
Inches (in)
Hectopascals (hpa)
Barometric pressure on PFD
Temperature Celsius
Fahrenheit
All temperatures on PFD
Data Link (WX/
TFR Source)
XM
FIS
GFDS
Select weather source.
Table 1-3 Display Units Settings (System Setup Page)
1.4.5 Display Backlighting
The backlighting of the PFD and MFD displays and bezel keys can be
adjusted automatically or manually. The default setting (automatic backlighting
adjustment) uses the photocell located at the top right corner of the bezel to
automatically adjust for ambient lighting conditions. Photocell calibration
curves are configured by the installer to optimize display appearance through
a broad range of cockpit lighting conditions. Manual backlighting adjustment
can be accomplished using the existing instrument panel dimmer bus or the
following procedures.
Backlighting Adjustment
1) From the first AUX page, press the small MFD knob to highlight the “DISPLAY
BRIGHTNESS” “MODE” box.
2) Turn the small MFD knob to select the desired brightness Level and then press
ENTER.
Auto or Manual
Manual Adjustment 0.1% to 50%
or Auto (1.7%)
Figure 1-23 Display Brightness Adjustment
3) Turn the large MFD knob to highlight the MODE field. Turn the small MFD
knob to select “AUTO” or “MANUAL” and then press ENT.