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Garmin G300 User Manual

Garmin G300
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G300
Pilot’s Guide

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Garmin G300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryGPS
ManufacturerGarmin
Water ResistanceYes
Water RatingIPX7
ConnectivityBluetooth
ReceiverHigh-sensitivity GPS

Summary

Warnings, Cautions & Notes

Section 1 System Overview

1.1 Line Replaceable Units

Details the Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) of the G300 system, including GDUs and GSUs.

1.4 G300 CONTROLS

Explains the function and operation of the various controls and buttons on the G300 unit.

1.6 SYSTEM OPERATION

Discusses normal and reversionary display operation, system annunciations, and AHRS operation.

Section 2 Flight Instruments

Airspeed Indicator

Details the airspeed indicator display, including the moving tape, trend vector, and color-coded speed ranges.

Attitude Indicator

Explains the attitude indicator display, showing pitch, roll, and slip/skid information with horizon line.

Altimeter

Describes the altimeter display, barometric setting, and selected altitude indication.

Section 5 GPS Navigation

5.1 Introduction

Provides an overview of GPS navigation, map displays, and orientation options on the G300.

5.2 Using Map Displays

Explains how to use various map displays, including airports, NAVAIDs, and map pointer information.

Map Orientation

Details the three different map orientation options: North Up, Track Up, and Desired Track Up.

Section 6 FLIGHT PLANNING

6.1 Introduction

Explains the process of building and managing flight plans on the G300 system.

6.2 Flight Plan Creation

Guides the user through creating active and stored flight plans, including inserting waypoints.

6.5 Flight Plan Editing

Covers adding waypoints, editing speed, fuel, name, and deleting flight plans.

Section 7 HAZARD AVOIDANCE

7.1 XM® Satellite Weather

Details the activation and use of XM Satellite Weather services for aviation weather information.

7.2 TERRAIN

Explains terrain and obstacle information display, including alerts and setup options for situational awareness.

Section 8 ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Synthetic Vision (SVX)

Describes Synthetic Vision, a 3D forward-looking display enhancing situational awareness with terrain and flight path data.

SafeTaxi®

Provides detailed taxiway, runway, and ramp information for airports, aiding ground control navigation.

FliteCharts®

Offers on-board electronic terminal procedure charts for rapid access to essential airport information.

SECTION 9 INTEGRATED AUTOPILOT (OPTIONAL)

9.1 Integrated Autopilot Operation

Covers the controls and operation of the integrated autopilot system, including modes and engagement.

9.2 VERTICAL MODES

Lists and describes the vertical modes of the autopilot, such as Pitch Hold, Altitude Hold, and Vertical Speed.

9.3 LATERAL MODES

Details the lateral modes of the autopilot, including Roll Hold, Heading, and Navigation modes.

SECTION 10 ANNUNCIATIONS & ALERTS

10.1 Miscellaneous Message Advisories

Lists and explains miscellaneous system messages and advisories displayed by the G300 for pilot awareness.

10.2 System Status Messages (INFO PAGE)

Explains how to access and interpret system status messages and alerts displayed on the INFO page.

10.3 AURAL ALERTS

Details the aural alerts for terrain, obstacle, and descent rate, categorized by severity.

Appendix A: Data Field Options

Data Bar Field Options

Defines the various data fields that can be displayed in the data bar for flight information.

INFO Page Data Field Options (DUAL DISPLAY)

Lists and defines data fields available for display on the INFO page in dual display configurations.

Appendix B: Utilities

Flight Log

Explains how to view and manage recorded flight details, including maps of flight paths.

Track Log

Describes the electronic breadcrumb trail, its settings, and how to display, save, edit, or clear it.

WEIGHT & BALANCE

Covers using the system for pre-flight weight and balance calculations to verify aircraft conditions.

Appendix C: SD Card Use and Databases

Installing and Removing SD Cards

Provides instructions for installing and removing SD cards for software and database updates.

G300 Databases

Lists the databases included with the G300, such as Basemap, AOPA, FliteCharts, and Terrain.

UPDATING G300 DATABASES

Guides on obtaining and installing database updates from the flyGarmin website using an SD card.

Appendix E: Abnormal operation

Loss of GPS Position

Describes the system behavior and display changes when the G300 loses GPS signal.

G300 System Failure Annunciations

Explains how red 'X' flags indicate LRU failures and system initialization status.

UNUSUAL ATTITUDES

Details pitch attitude warnings with red chevrons and decluttered data fields during extreme pitch events.

Appendix F: Display Symbols

VFR SYMBOLS

Illustrates and defines the standard symbols used for VFR airports and Navaids on the map display.

IFR SYMBOLS

Illustrates and defines the standard symbols used for IFR airports, Navaids, and airways on the map.

AIRSPACE SYMBOLS

Defines symbols used to represent different types of airspace classes and boundaries on the map display.

Appendix H: License Agreement and Warranty

Contact Garmin

Contact information for Garmin product support and general inquiries.

Software License Agreement

Outlines the terms and conditions for using the embedded software, including licensing and intellectual property rights.

Limited Warranty

Details the warranty coverage for Garmin G300 LRUs, including duration and conditions for repair or replacement.

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