Garmin aera 560 Pilot's Guide - Page 40

Overview Overview 1.8 Present Position Position The Present Position function displays latitude, longitude, GPS altitude, reference waypoint, type, distance, direction, and bearing. The reference waypoint is designed to display the current position in relation to a prominent landmark. The pilot can change the reference waypoint 'Nearest Type' using the 'Change Nearest Type' menu option. By default the Nearest Type is set to 'Automatic', which will display the nearest large airport, enroute VOR, or city (in that order). GPS Navigation Additional Features Hazard Avoidance Flight Planning Appendices Present Position Changing the Nearest Type: 1) From the 'Home' Screen, touch Position > Menu > Change Nearest Type. 2) Touch the desired nearest type ('Automatic', 'Airport', 'VOR', 'NDB', 'Intersection', 'City', or 'Waypoint'). Viewing the present position: From the 'Home' Screen, touch Position. 28 Garmin aera 500 Series Pilot's Guide 190-01117-02 Rev. A Index