Garmin GPSMAP 496 Owner's Manual (for North America) - Page 32

Aviation Basic Operation in Aviation Mode > Selecting an Approach Understanding Vectors The Vectors? option, which appears after you select an approach, determines how you navigate to the final approach waypoint. If you select Yes, the GPSMAP 496 creates an extension of the final course, beyond the final approach waypoint in the database (final approach fix [FAF]). On the Active Route Page, a Vector to Final symbol appears beside the first approach waypoint. Active Approach Page Using vectors in the approach The GPSMAP 496 provides no guidance to the inbound course. The course deviation needle on the graphic HSI remains off-center until you are established on this final approach course. The HSI automatically slews (rotates to show the direction) to the inbound course. The Map Page shows an extension of the final approach course using a bold magenta line. 24 If No is selected for the Vectors? option, the GPSMAP 496 creates a straight-line course directly to the first waypoint in the approach (from wherever you are when you initiate the approach). This works much like any other route with course guidance from point to point. A turn usually required as you cross each waypoint. Caution: Steep Turns are not allowed on an IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) approach. Follow the approach plate or air traffic control instructions to complete the approach without a steep turn. If air traffic control clears your approach to an airport, loading the approach cancels your Direct To and initiates a route to the FAF. Load the approach only when cleared by air traffic control. To cancel the vectors and/or approach: 1. Press Direct To , and press Menu on the Go To Page. OR From the Active Go To (or Active Route) Page, press Menu. 2. Highlight Cancel Approach, and press Enter to cancel the entire approach. If you enabled Vectors, highlight Cancel Vectors, and press Enter to navigate directly to the FAF. GPSMAP 496 Owner's Manual