AvMap GeoPilot II - Manual (Page 15)

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1.3 flYInG STArT
These pages provide a very brief overview of several of the Geopilot II’s important features, the
Main Menu, the Moving Map, GoTo flights and locating a Waypoint in the Database. It does not
replace the User Manual, which should be read to get the fullest possible use from your Geopilot
II.
Note
The Geopilot II is an aid to navigation. It does not replace paper charts and good judgement.
1.3.1 The moving map
Before starting, connect the Geopilot II to power and place the antenna with a clear view of the sky.
Turn On the unit pressing ‘NEAR’. Press ‘ENT’ to exit from the Warning page and enter the Moving
Map mode. The Moving Map is the default state displaying the Moving Map screen and the Data
Window. The Data Window contains navigation information boxes (See Chapter 3 for details on
Moving Map mode).
note : If no Fix is available, red dashed cross is displayed over the map for increased Pilot
Awareness.
To Change the Scale of the moving map
Use ‘+’ and ‘-’ to change the map display scale.
To Select Position
Use the cursor key to scroll to the location you want.
1.3.2 The main menu
From Moving Map press ‘MENU’ for 1 second to display the Main Menu:
Fig. 1.3.2 - Main Menu
1.3.3 moving map functions
The Moving Map operates in Auto Home, Auto Zoom, and Cursor Mode. The screen will behave
differently based on the mode of operation selected. The Auto Home mode will allow the user to