Garmin G2000 Pilots Guide - Page 381

SYSTEM OVERVIEW FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS EIS AUDIO & CNS 6.2 Garmin Connext Weather Hazard Avoidance WARNING: Do not use data link weather information for maneuvering in, near, or around areas of hazardous weather. Information contained within data link weather products may not accurately depict current weather conditions. Note: The availability of specific Connext Weather products varies by region and by subscription type. For Connext Weather product coverage information, refer to fly.garmin.com/fly-garmin/gfds-weather. The optional GSR 56 Iridium Satellite data link provides the system with Garmin Connext Weather information. Graphical weather information and associated text are available on the map displays, with additional information and controls on the Touchscreen Controller. The system retrieves weather data after the pilot selects either an immediate or automatically recurring weather data request to the Garmin Connext Weather service using the Touchscreen Controller. In order to receive Connext Weather data, an account must first be established with Garmin Connext services. Refer to Section 8.6, Registering With Connext, for more information. Registering the system for Garmin Connext Services When an account is established, Garmin Connext customer service provides an Access Code which must be entered and transmitted to Garmin in order to receive Garmin Connext weather data. Registering the system to receive Garmin Connext Weather: 1) Ensure the aircraft is outside and has a clear view of the sky 2) From Home, touch Utilities > Setup > Connext Registration. If the Registration Information Window indicates 'Not Registered', continue with this procedure. 3) Touch the Register Button. 4) Use the Touchscreen Controller Keypad or Large and Small Right Knobs to supply the access code provided from Garmin Connext customer service. 5) Touch the Enter button or press the Right Knob. The system contacts the Garmin Connext services. Registration is complete when the Registration Information Window displays the name of the airframe, tail number, and the serial numbers for the airframe and Iridium unit. FLIGHT MANAGEMENT HAZARD AVOIDANCE AFCS ADDITIONAL FEATURES APPENDICES INDEX 190-01263-01 Rev. A Garmin G2000 Pilot's Guide for the Cessna T240 367