
Mini-X Installation, Setup & User Manual GRT Avionics
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5.4 Vertical Speed Indicator
The vertical speed indicator (VSI) is along the left side of the
altimeter. The tape is white and radiates upward or downward from
the neutral mark as the aircraft climbs and descends. It shows
vertical speed in feet or meters per minute. The vertical speed is
also presented digitally at the bottom of the scale when descending
and at the top of the scale when climbing. The VSI tape’s upper limit
can be programmed to fit the climb performance capability of the
aircraft for a more precise visual representation.
To customize the VSI:
1. Access Set Menu > Primary Flight Display
2. Scroll to
Max Indicator Vertical Speed
. Choose the upper limit of the VSI scale most
appropriate for the aircraft’s climb performance. The actual rate of climb will still be displayed
numerically even if the visual indicator is maxed out.
5.5 Track/Heading Indicator
The heading tape covers a 70° span and is presented on top of the PFD screen. In addition to the
large HDG or TRK value in the main heading/track window, it displays three parameters with the
following white or magenta symbols. The symbols are
magenta
when they are selected for
navigation. The bearing and track symbols fit inside each other so they create a nice visual effect
when the aircraft is on course.
GPS Ground Track or Magnetic Heading
Bearing or course to current GPS waypoint
Heading/Track Bug
NOTE:
TRACK is the only available direction indicator for the Mini-B and stock Mini-X. With the
addition of the optional remote magnetometer, the Mini-X can also display magnetic heading.
When the remote magnetometer is installed and enabled, choose whether to use Track or Heading
on the PFD on the Set Menu > Primary Flight Display page.
VSI tape
VSI
digital
value
Bearing to GPS
waypoint
Heading
or Track
Heading
(Track) Bug
Heading (HDG) or
Track (TRK) Window