Introduction

MAP

D

ENTER

“Smart” Keys

MSG

DB

FPL

MAP (Graphic Moving Map)

The Map key starts the Moving Map function. The entire display is used as a graphic map display.

DIRECT-TO

The DIRECT-TOkey is used to define a direct course from your present position to a waypoint. Press once to select a waypoint. Press twice to enter an OBS desired track To or From the current active waypoint.

ENTER

The ENTER key enters and saves the information flashing on the display. If the ENTER key is not pressed after editing, any changes made are not saved. In the GX60/65, the ENTER key flip/flops the Active and Standby frequencies.

The Apollo GX uses “smart” keys to provide custom controls for specialized functions. Five small unlabeled keys are located below the display. The labels appear on the display and can change to give extra controls for the active function, such as in the MAP function. You can always press the NAV key to go back to the Navigation function and view the normal “smart” keys.

MSG (Message)

Press the MSG key to reach the Message functions. The MSG annunciator will flash when a new message is provided. Press the MSG key a second time to return to the previous display after all new messages have been viewed. The MSG key will remain highlighted when a message remains.

DB (Database)The Database key provides access to the waypoint database.FPL (Flight Plan)

The Flight Plan key takes you to the flight planning function where you can create, edit, and control your flight plans.

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