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6.2 GARMIN CONNEXT WEATHER
WARNING:
Do not use data link weather information for maneuvering in, near, or around areas of hazardous
weather. Information contained within data link weather products may not accurately depict current
weather conditions.
NOTE:
The availability of specific Garmin Connext weather products from Garmin Flight Data Services
(GFDS) varies by region and is subject to change. For weather product coverage information, refer to
fly.garmin.com/fly-garmin/gfds-weather. This Pilot’s Guide shows all Garmin Connext weather products,
regardless of product availability in a specific area.
Garmin Flight Data Services (GFDS) provides the subscription-based Garmin Connext data link weather
information to the G900X through the optional GSR 56 Iridium Transceiver. The G900X displays graphical
weather information and associated text on the Multi Function Display (MFD) and the Primary Flight Display
(PFD) Inset Map.
The system provides weather information after the pilot initiates either a manual or automatic GFDS data
request on the Weather Data Link (GFDS) Page on the MFD.
In order to receive Garmin Connext Weather information, an account must first be established with Garmin
Flight Data Services. Refer to Section 8.6, Satellite Telephone Services, for more information.
REGISTERING THE SYSTEM FOR GARMIN FLIGHT DATA SERVICES
When an account is established, Garmin Flight Data Services provides an Access Code which must be entered
on the G900X in order to complete the registration process.
Registering the system to receive Garmin Connext Weather from GFDS:
1)
With the aircraft outside and having a clear view of the sky, turn the large
FMS
Knob on the MFD to select the
MAP page group.
2)
Turn the small
FMS
Knob to select the MAP - WEATHER DATA LINK (GFDS or XM) Page. If ‘XM’ is displayed in
the page title, it will be necessary to change the data link source to GFDS before continuing. Refer to ‘Viewing
the Weather Data Link (GFDS) Page’ procedure to change the data link source to GFDS prior to registration.
3)
If the system displays the ‘Garmin Flight Data Service Registration’ window, proceed to step 6. Otherwise, press
the
MENU
Key. The Page Menu window is now displayed as seen in Figure 6-54.