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Vizion PMA Operation
TruTrak Doc: 167
5.4.
Normal Vertical Autopilot Modes
5.4.1.
Vertical Speed Mode
The vertical speed mode or SVS mode is the default vertical
mode that is activated when the autopilot is engaged (as long as an
altitude pre-select has not been entered).
When the autopilot is engaged it will synchronize to the vertical
speed being flown at that time. The SVS mode allows the user to
select a desired vertical speed for the autopilot to fly. The selected
vertical speed can be adjusted by a momentary press and release of
the
KNOB
to move the cursor under the number next to SVS, and
then rotating the
KNOB
.
Once the SVS is selected the autopilot will continue climbing or
descending at the selected vertical speed until the user stops the
climb or descent. Figure 5.4.1a shows the movement of the cursor
from TRK
to SVS.
Momentarily press and release
KNOB
Rotate
KNOB
Figure 5.4.1a
Figure 5.4.1b shows the autopilot in TRK mode (see section 5.3.1
for TRK mode) and
SVS mode. Note: in this figure, the cursor will
have to be moved to change the SVS
.
Figure 5.4.1b
Figure 5.4.1c shows the autopilot in GPS NAV mode (see section
5.3.2 for GPS NAV mode) and
SVS mode.
