Selecting an Approach Transition | Garmin Columbia 350/400 guide

SECTION 9 – PROCEDURES

6)The cursor will move to the TRANSITIONS ﬁeld. Turn the large FMS Knob to highlight the desired transition waypoint and press the ENT Key. (The “Vectors” option assumes vectors will be received to the ﬁnal course segment of the approach and will provide navigation guidance relative to the ﬁnal approach course.)

Figure 9-7 Selecting an Approach Transition

7)Turn the large FMS Knob to highlight ‘Activate?’ and press the ENT Key to activate the approach. Selecting ‘Load?’ will add the procedure to the ﬂight plan without immediately using it for navigation guidance.

Activate An Approach in the Active Flight Plan

1)With the Navigation Map Page displayed, press the PROC Key.

2)Turn the large FMS Knob to highlight ‘ACTIVATE APPROACH’.

3)Press the ENT Key. The approach procedure is now active.

Garmin G1000 Cockpit Reference Guide for the Columbia 350/400

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Garmin Columbia 350/400 manual Activate An Approach in the Active Flight Plan, Selecting an Approach Transition

Columbia 350/400 specifications

Garmin has long been a leader in navigation and communication technologies, and the Columbia 350/400 series epitomizes its commitment to providing high-quality devices for adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts. These handheld GPS units offer an array of features that cater to both casual hikers and serious explorers.

One of the standout characteristics of the Garmin Columbia 350/400 is their robust design which is built to withstand the rigors of outdoor use. With an IPX7 water resistance rating, these devices can endure rain and even immersion in water, allowing users the confidence to carry them on any expedition. The rugged casing and reliable construction also ensure optimal durability in harsh environments.

Both models feature a high-sensitivity GPS receiver that ensures accurate positioning even in challenging environments with thick foliage or urban canyons. With its advanced satellite reception technology, users can expect fast and precise location tracking, which is critical for effective navigation.

The Columbia 350/400 series comes with a vibrant, easy-to-read display that enhances visibility under varying lighting conditions, making it easier for users to navigate trails and roads alike. The intuitive interface allows for smooth operation, enabling users to access their maps, tracks, and waypoints quickly.

Navigational maps are a vital component of these devices. Garmin equips the Columbia series with preloaded topographical maps, providing detailed terrain information that is essential for off-road navigation. Users can also customize their maps and download additional topographic data, ensuring they have the most accurate and relevant information for their adventures.

Another key feature of the Columbia 350/400 series is their long battery life, which ensures that users can rely on them during extended trips. The devices can run for hours on end and even incorporate a battery-saving mode to extend usability during longer journeys.

Additionally, the Columbia 350/400 supports various outdoor and fitness tracking features. Users can monitor their speed, distance, and elevation gain, enabling them to keep track of their physical performance. This makes the devices suitable for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Overall, the Garmin Columbia 350/400 series combines durability, advanced navigation technology, and user-friendly features, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to explore the great outdoors with confidence. Whether you're hiking, trekking, or simply navigating unfamiliar terrain, these handheld GPS units provide the tools necessary to enhance your experience and ensure you never lose your way.

Contents

Columbia 350/400 Page June 190-00567-00 Rev. B Page Page Page Change Summary Record of RevisionsProduction release Description Blank Table of Contents User Deﬁned Waypoints 11.1 12.1 Section System Overview System Overview MFD Only PFD/MFD Controls Section System Overview GCU 476 Controls Autopilot is engaged, the FD Key is disabledEntries G1000 Altitude Alerter function Section System Overview PFD Top Level Softkeys PFD Softkeys OFF Removes the BRG1 Information Window Following informationHSI Select to display the 360 compass rose OFF Removes the BRG2 Information Window Section System Overview MFD Softkeys MAP Selecting this softkey enables the following softkeys Backlighting Manually adjust the backlight for the PFD and MFDMFD page Groups Terrain and Obstacle Database Updates Database UpdatesAviation Database Update 12 Power-Up Splash Screen Window Power down the G1000 System Time Box Transponder Status Box Section Flight Instruments Marker Beacon Annunciation Trafﬁc Annunciation Selected Heading Box Inset MapAlerts Window Selected Course Box Annunciation Window Attitude Indicator Airspeed Indicator Altimeter Marker Beacon Annunciations Vertical Speed Indicator Arc HSI Horizontal Situation Indicator HSITurn Rate Indicator and Heading Trend Vector Course Pointer Course Deviation Indicator CDIBearing Pointers and Information Windows Select the OBS Softkey to select OBS Mode Enable/disable OBS mode while navigating with GPSNavigation Source Change navigation sources Engine Indication System EIS Engine Indication System EIS Oxygen System Optional EIS DisplayTrim Carbon Monoxide Detection Select the System Softkey Select the Assist Softkey Leaning for Best PowerEngine Leaning for the Columbia Engine Leaning Assist Display Last Peaked Cylinder Columbia Leaning for Best Economy Engine Leaning Assist Display Columbia Fuel Calculations RST Fuel Resets the fuel remaining to 98 gallons NAV/COM Transponder NAV/COM Transponder VOL/PUSH VOL/PUSH Frequency AUTO-TUNING VolumeRadio Status Indications Automatic Squelch Ground Mode Automatic Mode SelectionTransponder Reply Status Audio Panel Audio Panel Marker Beacon Receiver COM Radio SelectionSplit COM Function Mode Marker Beacon Signal SensitivityPilot Hears Passenger Digital Clearance Recorder and Player Automatic Flight Control Mode AnnunciationsAutomatic Flight AP ENGAGEMENT/DISENGAGEMENT Overspeed Protection Pitch Axis Modes Loss of DataAutomatic Disengagement Manual Disengagement Pitch Hold mode is active Pitch Hold Mode PIT Altitude Reference Altitude Hold Mode ALT 12 Vertical Speed Hold Mode Vertical Speed Mode VS Flight Level Change Mode FLC Glideslope GS Go-Around Mode GAValid localizer frequency is tuned Valid glideslope deviation APR Key is pressed Roll Axis Modes Roll Hold Mode ROL 16 Heading Select Mode Heading Select Mode HDG Navigation Mode Armed Navigation Mode GPS, VOR, LOC, or BC Go Around GA Approach Mode GPS, Vapp or LOC Example Procedures Using Afcs Climb to the selected altitude and ﬂy an assigned heading Departure 21 Intercepting a VOR Intercepting a VOR Radial Flying a GPS Flight Plan Transition from VOR to GPS Navigation Mode Flight Level Change Descent 24 ILS Approach to Kfat ILS Approach Go-Around / Missed Approach Blank DIRECT-TO Navigation Navigation MAPSelect the MAP Page Group Direct-to Navigation from the MFD Cancelling Direct-to Navigation Canceling Direct-to NavigationManually Deﬁne the Direct-to Course Turn the large FMS Knob to highlight the ‘COURSE’ ﬁeld Access Frequency Information Access Runway InformationAirport Information Select the Airport Information Intersection Information Access Information on an IntersectionSelect the Intersection Information Select the NDB Information User Waypoint Information VOR InformationNearest Airports Select the VOR Information Nearest Airports Information on the PFD Access Information on a Speciﬁc AirportAirport Frequency Turn either FMS Knob to select the desired frequency Nearest Intersections Access Information on a Speciﬁc NDBNearest NDB Select the Nearest Intersections Nearest User Waypoint Nearest VORSelect the Nearest VOR Select the Nearest User Waypoint Nearest Airspaces Nearest FrequenciesSelect the Nearest Frequencies Select the Nearest Airspaces View and Quickly Load the Frequency for a Controlling Agency View Additional Details for a Listed Airspace Flight Planning User Defined WaypointsSelect the User WPT Information Press the FPL Key Create User Waypoints from the Navigation Map With ‘Activate’ highlighted, press the ENT Key Invert Active Flight PlanStop Navigating a Flight Plan Create a New Flight Plan Using the PFD Create a New Flight Plan Using the MFDCreate a NEW Flight Plan Catalog Page. The new ﬂight plan is now in the list Load AN Arrival Load a DepartureLoad AN Approach Store a Newly Created Flight Plan Copy a Flight Plan Invert and Activate a Stored Flight PlanDelete a Flight Plan Trip Planning 15 Trip Planning Vertical Navigation Vnav Create a Vertical Navigation Proﬁle 17 Approaching Vnav Proﬁle Message PFD Vnav Page Menu Options Blank Arrivals and Departures Load and Activate An Arrival ProcedureProcedures Approaches Load and/or Activate an Approach Procedure Selecting an Approach Transition Activate An Approach in the Active Flight Plan Blank Hazard Avoidance Displaying Stormscope Lightning Data on the Navigation MapPress the small FMS Knob to return to the Navigation Map Select the MAP Softkey Clear Stormscope lightning data from the Navigation Map StormscopePress the Menu Key with the Navigation Map Page displayed Select the Stormscope XM Weather Optional Change the viewing mode between 360˚ and 120˚ Nexrad Limitations Displaying Weather on the Weather Data Link Map Panning Information Weather Data Link Weather Products and SymbolsEvery 5 minutes Push in the Joystick to display the panning arrow Weather Product Expires After Weather Product AgeEcho Top Cloud Top and Echo Top Mutually Exclusive TIS Audio Alert Displaying Trafﬁc on the Navigation Map Ryan 9900BX Traffic Advisory System TAS Optional Indication Displaying Terrain and Obstacles on the Terrain Proximity Lighted Obstacle Height is greater than 1000’ AGL Displaying Terrain on the Taws Terrain/Obstacle Location Enable/Disable Aviation Data Premature Descent Alert PDA Taws InhibitManual System Test Five-Hundred Aural Alert Excessive Descent Rate Alert EDRNegative Climb Rate After Takeoff Alert NCR Potential Impact Points Pop-up Alerts Alert Type Taws Alerts Summary Alert Annunciations Following system status annunciations may also be issued Abnormal Operation Reversionary Mode Hazard Displays with Loss of GPS Position Abnormal COM OperationUnusual Attitudes Softkey Annunciations AlertsMessages Detects invalid data Advisory Softkey Annunciation Alert Level Definitions Alerts Window Message Aircraft AlertsAudio Alert/Voice Message Message Advisory Alerts CO Guardian MessagesAnnunciation Advisory Condition Afcs AlertsSystem Status Annunciation Taws Alerts Taws System Status Annunciations 12.6 G1000 System AnnunciationsSystem Annunciation Comment Attitude and Heading Reference System is aligning ﬁelds, indicates that the ﬁeld is not receiving valid data System Annunciation 12.7 G1000 System Message Advisories Message Comments MFD & PFD Message Advisories G1000 system should be serviced Error exists Database error existsSystem should be serviced Database error exists Alerts Window Message Comments GIA2 Cooling GIA2 over Database Message AdvisoriesGIA1 Cooling GIA1 over Raim Unavail Raim is not GIA 63 Message Advisories Be available. The G1000 system should be serviced Unavailable. The G1000 system should be servicedData path Serviced when possible GEA 71 Message Advisories GRS 77 Message Advisories Alerts Window Message Comments GTX 33 Message Advisories Alerts Window Message Comments ﬁg service req’d G1000 system should be serviced Fault has occurredGMU 44 Message Advisories Manifest GMU1 software FPL WPT Move Flight plan Miscellaneous Message Advisories Sequence mode Deactivate the OBS mode Active Proach when requiredFailed Should be serviced Backup path Serviced when possible Index Index-2 VOL/PUSH ID Index-4 Page 190-00567-00 Rev. B