Setup Page Display Backlight | 3D Connexion GNS 530(A) specification

Setup Page: Display Backlight

Changing the backlighting intensity:

1)Select ‘Display Backlight’ from the Setup Page, using the steps described at the beginning of this section.

2)The ﬂashing cursor highlights the backlight mode ﬁeld. Turn the small right knob to select the desired mode: Auto or Manual (Figure 10-41). Press the ENT Key to accept the selection.

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Setup Page: Nearest Airport Criteria

Setting the minimum runway length and runway surface:

1)Select ‘Nearest Airport Criteria’ from the Setup Page, using the steps described at the beginning of this section.

2)The flashing cursor highlights the runway surface ﬁeld (Figure 10-42). Turn the small right knob to select the desired surface. The following options are available:

•Any surface

•Hard surfaces only

•Hard or Soft surfaces

•Water landings only

Figure 10-41 Backlight Mode Window

3)If ‘Manual’ is selected, the ﬂashing cursor moves to the backlight level ﬁeld. Turn the small right knob to select the desired level. Press the ENT Key to accept the selection.

Figure 10-42 Surface Type Window

3)Press the ENT Key to accept the runway surface selection.

4)The ﬂashing cursor moves to the minimum runway length field. To enter a different minimum runway length, use the small and large right knobs to enter the desired length. Press the ENT Key when ﬁnished.

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GNS 530(A) Pilot’s Guide and Reference

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GNS 530(A) specifications

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3D Connexion GNS 530(A) manual Setup Page Display Backlight, Setup Page Nearest Airport Criteria

Models: GNS 530(A)