BendixKing SKYMAP IIIC - Manual (Page 23)

BASIC OPERATION
NEAR
NAVAID
Allows emergency search of 10 nearest beacons
(VOR's and NDB's), providing information and
DIRECT TO capability.
SAVE WPT Allows your present co-ordinates to be saved in
the next available user waypoint number.
DIRECT TO Allows the user to perform a “goto” or DIRECT
TO any point in the internal or user defined
database. It may also be used to obtain
information on any point in the database.
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There are short cuts, which allow you to get to the primary operating mode, MAP mode,
more easily; but in general if you wish to get to a specific function in another branch of
software, work your way back up the present branch to MAIN MENU by pressing either the
SAVE & EXIT, PREV PAGE or MAIN MENU key. Then select the branch of software that
contains the desired function you wish to access.
Memory Locations
In the function descriptions, three types of memory, RAM, NVM and Memory Card, are
mentioned. You may find it useful to know where various types of information are stored in
order to make best use of the equipment. The RAM (Random Access Memory) is built into
the unit and is used to store all user-defined data such as User waypoints and Flight plans.
The RAM is maintained by battery power from an internal Lithium cell, which should be
replaced by your Bendix/King dealer every three years to prevent loss of user-defined data.
The NVM (Non Volatile Memory) is also built into the unit. It stores initialisation data, serial
number, PIN number and performance log details. This memory is non-volatile which means
it is retained even if the memory battery is removed. If you choose to activate the PIN
number security feature (similar to that available on many car radios) the non-volatile nature
of the NVM ensures your PIN cannot be tampered with or erased. The Memory Card is used
to hold the operating system and the database. The memory card can be replaced
periodically in order to upgrade the operating system and update the database.
Screen Icons
When showing any map screen - airports, beacons, towns, intersections, user waypoints and
many other data classes are represented by symbols or icons, many of which are user
selectable in the Map Setup Screens. Please refer to the Setup Screens Section of this
Manual for further details.
Rev 9 Jul 2006 1-14 Skymap/Tracker IIIC Pilot's Guide