3-64 Garmin G500 Pilot’s Guide 190-01102-02 Rev. BForewordSec 1SystemSec 2PFDSec 3MFDSec 4HazardAvoidanceSec 5AdditionalFeaturesSec 6Annun.& AlertsSec 7SymbolsSec 8GlossaryAppendix AAppendix BIndex3.5.3.3 Selecting a New Chart by FPL, NRST, or RECENTYou may select other charts to display based on your flight plan (FPL), charts ofthe nearest airport (NRST), or your most recently selected airport (RECENT).Figure 3-94 Chart Category Selection1) While viewing the Charts page of the FPL page group, press the SELECT soft key.2) Turn the small MFD knob counterclockwise.3) Turn the small MFD knob to show FPL, NRST, or RECENT.4) Turn the large MFD knob to highlight the desired airport, and then press ENT.3.5.3.4 Change Day/Night ViewThe Chart pages can be displayed on a white or black background for day ornight viewing. The Day View offers a better presentation in a bright environment.The Night View gives a better presentation for viewing in a dark environment.The “auto” setting allows the user to set a percentage. This percentage is thebacklight value where the charts page will automatically switch between day andnight mode. If you set the unit to AUTO 10%, then if the backlight is below 10%it will be in night mode, if above 10% it will be in day mode.1) While viewing the Charts page of the FPL page group, turn the small MFDknob to reach the Charts page.2) Press MENU to display the Options menu.3) Press ENT to display the Chart Setup menu. The Color Scheme option will behighlighted.4) Turn the small MFD knob to select Day - Auto - Night.5) Press the small MFD knob or the ENT key to save the selected setting andreturn to the Charts page.6) If “Auto” is selected, turn the large MFD knob to highlight the Display LevelBrightness value. Turn the small MFD knob to change the value and then theENT key to save the selected value.
