Garmin MX20 GPS Receiver User Manual


 
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Getting Started
Getting Started
This section explains how to get started using the MX20. Information in this section describes the controls,
data card, display, and basic operation. After reading this section, go to the Detailed Operation section for
expanded explanations for each feature.
Functions
The MX20 contains thirteen major separate functions for the display of information. The function names are
shown as “smart” keys at the bottom of the display. The “smart” key is the combination of a label above a tri-
angle key at the bottom of the display. The labels above the triangle keys change to reflect the choices available
to you for each function. Press the FN key to show the available functions. Press the “smart” key below the
function label to go to the desired function. While in each function, press the MENU/ENTER key to show the
options for each function. The options are shown on the right side of the display. Press the MENU ITEM key
to manipulate the options. Some options toggle on/off, while some are tri-state (three choices).
MX20 Functions
MSG - Message Log
MAP - Custom Map
IFR - IFR Chart
VFR - VFR Chart
Split - Split Screen
Traffic - Skywatch/TCAD/IHAS (TAS)
Traffic - ADS-B TRAF
Traffic - TIS-A
FPL - Flight Plan
TER - Internal/TAWS Terrain
FIS-B - Flight Information Service
(GDL 90 UAT)
FIS - Flight Information Service
(WSI InFlight)
FIS - Flight Information Service
(GDL 69/69A)
XM - XM Satellite Radio
LT - Lightning Strikes
CHART - Chart View
RADAR - Weather Radar
SYS - System Information
Functions