Garmin G3X Pilot’s Guide190-01115-00 Rev. G 21System OverviewSystemOverviewFlightInstruments EISCNSInterfaceGPSNavigationFlightPlanningHazardAvoidanceAdditionalFeaturesIntegratedAutopilot Annun/Alerts Appendix IndexDATA ENTRYThe FMS Joystick can be used for directly entering alphanumeric data into the G3X.In some instances, such as when entering an identifier, the G3X tries to predict thedesired identifier based on the characters being entered. In this case, if the desiredidentifier appears, use the ENT Key to confirm the entry without entering the rest ofthe identifier manually. This can save the pilot from having to enter all the charactersof the identifier.Besides character-by-character data entry, the system also provides a shortcutfor entering waypoint identifiers. When the cursor is on a field awaiting entry of awaypoint identifier, turning the FMS Joystick counter-clockwise accesses a menuwith three different lists of identifiers for quick selections: recent waypoints (RECENTWPTS), nearest airports (NRST APTS), and flight plan waypoints (FPL WPTS). The G3Xautomatically fills in the identifier, facility, and city fields with the information for theselected waypoint.Using the FMS Joystick to enter data:1) Press the FMS Joystick to activate the cursor.2) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired field.3) Begin entering data.a) To quickly enter a waypoint identifier, turn the FMS Joystick counter-clockwise to display a list of recent waypoints (RECENT WPTS), nearestairports (NRST APTS) or flight plan waypoints (FPL WPTS).b) Move the FMS Joystick to highlight the desired waypoint from the listand press the ENT Key.Waypoint Entry on Waypoint Page (Split-Screen)
