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Garmin GPSMAP 695 User Manual

Garmin GPSMAP 695
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GPSMAP
®
695/696
Owner’s Manual
Portable Aviation Receiver

Table of Contents

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Garmin GPSMAP 695 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Battery LifeUp to 4 hours
Waterproof RatingIPX7
BatteryRechargeable lithium-ion
ConnectivityUSB, Bluetooth
Preloaded MapsYes
Aviation DatabasesYes
Terrain AwarenessYes
Traffic AlertsYes
Weight1.5 lbs
GPS ReceiverHigh-sensitivity
Display TypeSunlight-readable, color TFT
Memory8 GB
Display Size7-inch diagonal

Summary

Section 1 Overview

1.1 Unit Overview

Introduces the GPSMAP 695/696 unit, its display, and primary functions.

1.2 GPSMAP 695/696 Controls

Details the physical controls and their operational functions on the device.

1.3 System Settings

Covers configuration options for display, sound, units, date/time, and other system parameters.

FPL AND NRST PAGES

Nearest Pages (NRST)

Explains how to access and view nearest airports, VORs, NDBs, and other facilities.

Flight Planning Pages (FPL)

Vertical Navigation (VNAV)

Details the VNAV feature for setting and following a vertical profile during flight.

Section 2 GPS Navigation

2.1 INTRODUCTION

Overviews the Navigation Map, its data, orientation, and page layout options.

Data Bar Fields

Explains how to customize the data displayed in the information bars on map pages.

COMPASS ARC

Describes the compass arc display on the Map Page and its configuration.

2.2 PANEL

Changing the CDI Scale

Guides on adjusting the Course Deviation Indicator scale for navigation.

Setting the Bug Indicator

Explains how to set the bug indicator for bearing or course reference.

MANUALLY SETTING A COURSE

2.3 VERTICAL NAVIGATION (VNAV)

Using the VNAV Feature

Details how to enable, disable, and use the VNAV indicator for vertical guidance.

2.4 USING MAP DISPLAYS

Map Orientation

Explains how to set map orientation to North Up, Track Up, or Desired Track Up.

Map Range and Panning

Covers changing map zoom levels and panning the map to view different areas.

2.5 WAYPOINTS

Introduces the Waypoint Page for airport and waypoint information and selection.

Nearest Information

Nearest Airports & Facilities

Covers accessing nearest airports, VORs, NDBs, and other navigation aids.

Nearest Waypoints & Airspace

Guides on selecting and viewing user waypoints and nearby airspaces.

2.6 AIRSPACE

Airspace Alert Messages

Explains airspace alerts and their various status indicators.

2.7 DIRECT-TO NAVIGATION

Direct-to Functionality

Explains the Direct-to function, window, and destination selection methods.

Selecting Destinations

Guides on selecting airports or waypoints using the pointer for direct-to navigation.

Section 3 FLIGHT PLANNING

Flight Plan Basics

Introduces flight planning, storage, and data fields used in flight plans.

Creating and Managing Flight Plans

Details creating, adding waypoints, activating, and editing flight plans.

3.3 FLIGHT PLAN STORAGE

3.4 FLIGHT PLAN ACTIVATION

3.5 FLIGHT PLAN EDITING

Editing Speed and Fuel Flow

Explains how to adjust aircraft performance settings like cruise speed and fuel flow.

COPYING FLIGHT PLANS

DELETING FLIGHT PLANS

INVERTING A FLIGHT PLAN

3.5 APPROACHES

Select Approach Window

Guides on selecting and loading approach procedures into a flight plan.

Loading/Activating an approach from the Direct-to Window or Waypoint Page:

Activating Vectors-to-Final

Section 4 Hazard Avoidance

4.1 XM WEATHER (GPSMAP 696)

Covers XM Weather services, activation, and accessing weather products on the GPSMAP 696.

NEXRAD

Explains the NEXRAD radar system, data, and potential display abnormalities.

SATELLITE MOSAIC

Describes the satellite mosaic feature for viewing cloud cover and echo tops.

WINDS ALOFT

Details the Winds Aloft feature showing forecasted wind speed and direction.

SURFACE PRESSURE

Explains the display of surface pressure, isobars, and pressure centers.

XM LIGHTNING

Describes the XM Lightning feature for displaying cloud-to-ground lightning strikes.

STORM CELLS

Explains the Storm Cells feature for visualizing storms and their projected paths.

METARS AND TAFS

Defines METAR and TAF formats used in weather briefings and forecasts.

SIGMETs and AIRMETS

Explains SIGMETs and AIRMETs for hazardous weather broadcasts.

Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRS)

Describes Temporary Flight Restrictions and their map representation.

FREEZING LEVELS

Explains the Freezing Levels display for identifying icing condition altitudes.

FORECAST

Details the availability of current and forecast weather information.

USING XM SATELLITE WEATHER PRODUCTS

Guides on displaying XM weather products on map and WX pages.

4.2 TERRAIN

Terrain and Obstacle Display

Explains terrain/obstacle info, color codes, and display setup.

Terrain Alerts & Setup

Covers enabling/disabling terrain alerts and configuring alert parameters.

Terrain Alerts

Aural Alerts

Describes aural alerts for terrain, obstacles, and descent rate, including severity.

4.3 TRAFFIC INFORMATION SERVICE (TIS)

TIS Symbology and Alerts

Explains TIS traffic symbology, alerts, and volume adjustment.

DISPLAYING TRAFFIC DATA

SECTION 5 ADDITIONAL FEATURES

5.1 SAFETAXI

Explains the SafeTaxi feature for detailed airport diagrams and taxiway information.

5.2 FLITECHARTS

Describes FliteCharts terminal procedure charts and how to display them.

CHART RANGE

Explains how to adjust the zoom range for viewing FliteCharts.

5.3 AOPA DATA

Details the AOPA Airport Directory for airport statistics and services.

5.4 XM® RADIO ENTERTAINMENT (GPSMAP 696)

Covers XM Radio features, activation, and controls for the GPSMAP 696.

Using XM Radio

Guides on using the XM Audio Page for selecting channels and controlling playback.

USING FAVORITES

Explains how to add and manage favorite channels for XM Radio.

VOLUME

Describes how to adjust audio volume using the VOLUME softkey.

SHOW/HIDE THE XM AUDIO PAGE

Details how to hide or show the XM Audio and WX pages from the display.

SECTION 6 APPENDICES

System Messages & Alerts

Lists system messages, airspace alerts, aural alerts, and data field options.

Data Field Options

Lists and defines the available data fields that can be displayed on map pages.

INSTALLATION & INTERFACING INFORMATION

Connecting Cables & Radios

Guides on connecting power/data cables and Garmin VHF Comm Radios.

Computer Connectivity

Details connecting the unit to a computer via USB and managing USB drivers.

USING XIMAGE FOR CUSTOMIZED WAYPOINT SYMBOLS

CONNECTING TO A GTX 330 MODE S TRANSPONDER

Interfacing and Data Formats

Lists supported data formats and protocols for external device connections.

TIS Interface Setup

Guides on configuring TIS input and NMEA output modes.

USING AN EXTERNAL GPS ANTENNA (OPTIONAL)

GENERAL TIS INFORMATION

TIS Limitations and Usage

Explains TIS limitations, comparison to TAS/TCAS, and use in VMC.

UTILITIES

Flight Log Management

Explains how to record, view, and manage flight logs.

Track Log Features

Describes track log recording, display, saving, and clearing.

Heading Line and E6B Calculator

Details configuring the heading line and using the E6B calculator.

Aircraft Profile

WEIGHT & BALANCE

EPE CIRCLE

PROXIMITY WAYPOINTS

LICENSE AGREEMENT AND WARRANTY

Contact and Agreements

Provides contact info, software license, and warranty details.

USER SAFETY

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