MAP (Graphic Moving Map)
The Map key starts the Moving Map function. The
entire display is used as a graphic map display.
DIRECT-TO
The
DIRECT-TO key is used to define a direct course
from your present position to a waypoint. Press once
to select a waypoint. Press twice to enter an OBS
desired track To or From the current active waypoint.
ENTER
The
ENTER key enters and saves the information
flashing on the display. If the
ENTER key is not
pressed after editing, any changes made are not saved.
In the GX60/65, the
ENTER key flip/flops the Active
and Standby frequencies.
“Smart” Keys The Apollo GX uses “smart” keys to provide custom
controls for specialized functions. Five small
unlabeled keys are located below the display. The
labels appear on the display and can change to give
extra controls for the active function, such as in the
MAP function. You can always press the
NAV key to
go back to the Navigation function and view the
normal “smart” keys.
MSG (Message)
Press the
MSG key to reach the Message functions.
The MSG annunciator will flash when a new
message is provided. Press the
MSG key a second time
to return to the previous display after all new
messages have been viewed. The
MSG key will remain
highlighted when a message remains.
DB (Database)
The Database key provides access to the waypoint
database.
FPL (Flight Plan)
The Flight Plan key takes you to the flight planning
function where you can create, edit, and control your
flight plans.
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Introduction
MSG
ENTER
FPL
DB
MAP
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