Operating instructions for the Garmin 530 IFR navigation and communication system, covering controls, flight planning, and autopilot usage.
This manual provides instructions for the Garmin 530, an advanced panel-mounted IFR navigation and communication system. It details the operation of the device's controls, including frequency settings, navigation pages, and flight plan programming. The guide also covers autopilot operations and specific modes such as VNAV and Suspend mode.
| Physical dimensions | 6.25"W x 4.60"H x 11.0"D (15.9 x 11.7 x 27.9 cm) |
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| Weight | 9.5 lb (4.3 kg) |
| Display type | 8 color TFT LCD |
| Display size | 4.0"W x 3.0"H (10.2 x 7.6 cm) |
| Display resolution | 320 x 234 pixels |
| Transmit power | 10 Watts |
| Built-in VHF Comm channel spacing | 8.33/25 kHz |
| Max Waypoints/favorites/locations | 1,000 |
| Flight plans capacity | 20 reversible; up to 31 waypoints each |
Position and click the mouse-pointer anywhere inside the DISPLAY area of the X530 panel in the 3D cockpit.
It toggles between the VOR/Localizer and GPS as the active navigation device.
It is invoked when there is a requirement to delay the automatic sequencing to the next leg of the flight plan.