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The
Garmin GNS 530 represents the single biggest idea in integrated
avionics in years. Traditionally, it would take a host of components
to provide the capabilities represented in this one sophisticated
box. It is a WAAS upgradeable IFR GPS, com, VOR, LOC and glide-slope
with color moving map all rolled into one. A TSO'd VHF comm offers
a choice of 25 kHz or 8.33 kHz spacing for 760 or 3040 channel
configuration respectively. A huge Jeppesen database (which can
be updated with front-loading data cards) contains all airports,
VORs, NDBs, Intersections, FSS, Approach, SIDs/STARs and SUA information.
The GNS 530 makes practical use of this information with features
like intelligent frequency nomination.
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The
GNS 430 is the most versatile panel-mounted product Garmin has
produced to date. It combines GPS navigation, VHF communication,
and moving map graphics on a big color display. This "all
in one box" 12-channel unit offers IFR GPS, ILS, VOR, LOC
and glideslope capability in a single, space-saving package. Many
boxes offer some of the same features as the GNS 430, but it's
the integration of so many functions that sets this latest aviation
product apart. The GNS 430, which is designed as the first in a
line of new aviation products, has plenty of growth potential as
it is designed for WAAS compatibility. The GNS 430: combining all
the navigation capabilities necessary today with all known and
defined technologies of the future.
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the GNC 420, Garmin® has taken the navigation accuracy of a
GPS and combined it with a 10-watt Comm and a color display to
make the first color GPS/comm in the industry. With its frequency
nomination feature, pilots can easily load their next Comm frequency
into standby with the touch of a button. Additionally, the GNC
420 is a self-contained unit—meaning annunciation is included
in one box—eliminating the need and additional expense of
a separate annunciation unit. The GNC 420 is also TSO C129a certified
for a non-precision approach. |
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The
GPS 500 is for serious IFR pilots who want big-picture situational
awareness. With its FMS-like attributes, the GPS 500 can simultaneously
give aviators vital approach information and weather and traffic
data in relation to their position on a large, color moving map
display. Pilots
will enjoy the GPS 500 as an MFD, especially when it is coupled
with traffic, lightning detection, and weather interfaces like
Ryan TCAD, BFGoodrich SKYWATCH™ and STORMSCOPE® WX 500,
and soon the Garmin® GDL 49 data link transceiver. |