Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 330D Garmin
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Mode S T ransponder Pilot’ s Guide GTX ™ 330/330D.
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The GTX 330 transponder is power ed on by pr essing the STBY , AL T or ON keys, or by a r emote avionics master switch (if applicable). After power on, a start-up page is displayed while the unit performs a self test. Mode Selection Keys OFF Powers off the GTX 330.
Keys for Other GTX 330 Functions IDENT Pressing the IDENT key activates the Special Position Identification (SPI) Pulse for 18 seconds, identifying your transponder return from others on the air traffic contr oller’ s screen. The word IDENT will appear in the upper left corner of the display during this time.
NO TE: GTX 330 options are normally set at time of installation. For changes to the GTX 330 parameters , contact your Garmin authorized dealer . PRESSURE AL T : Displays the altitude data supplied to the GTX 330 in feet, hundreds of feet (i.e., flight level), or meters (dependent upon installation configuration).
Timer Oper ation T o operate the Flight Timer: 1) Press the FUNC k ey until FLIGHT TIME is displayed. 2) If the GTX 330 is configured with Automated Airborne Determination, the timer begins automatically when the unit senses that the aircraft has become airborne .
Mode S Data T ransmission In addition to 4096 code and pressure altitude, the GTX 330 is capable of transmitting aircraft identification, transponder capability , and maximum speed range. Aircraft identification is commonly referred to as FL T ID (Flight Identification).
Entering a Flight ID Number When configured for FL T ID PWR-UP ENTRY at installation, the flight crew must enter the Flight ID before the GTX 330 will operate.
GTX 330 Mode S T ransponder Features GTX 330D Diversity Mode S T ransponder The GTX 330D Diversity Mode S T ransponder incorporates antennas mounted on the top and bottom of the aircraft for dependable operation while maneuvering. T op and bottom antennas are less prone to antenna shadowing by the air craft structure while turning.
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