Garmin GNS 430 Pilot's Manual And Reference

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GNS 430 Pilot’s Guide and ReferenceSECTION 3NAV PAGES3-193.7 POSITION PAGEThe Position Page (the fifth NAV page) displays thepresent position (by default, in latitude and longitude)and altitude. The Position Page (Figure 3-38) alsodisplays the current track, ground speed, time, and areference waypoint field. These fields are user-selectableto configure the page to the pilot’s own preferences andcurrent navigation needs.Figure 3-38 Position PagePresent PositionReference Waypoint FieldGraphic ‘Track’ IndicatorUser-selectable Data FieldsNumber of Pages inCurrent Page GroupPosition ofCurrent Pagewithin CurrentPage GroupCurrent Page GroupThe graphic ‘track’ indicator at the top of the pageindicates the direction the aircraft is heading, or track, onlywhen moving. The graphic ‘track’ indicator and the TRKindication directly below it provide the same information.Use the graphic ‘track’ indicator for quick at-a-glanceground track information. Directly below are three user-selectable fields, which by default, display track, groundspeed, and altitude. Barometric pressure (BARO) settingsand minimum safe altitude (MSA) can also be displayed inthese fields. MSA is the recommended minimum altitudewithin approximately ten miles of the present position.MSA is calculated from the information contained in thedatabase and generally takes into account mountains,buildings, and other permanent features.NOTE: Do not rely solely on MSA as an absolutemeasure of safe altitude. Consult current areacharts and NOTAMs.To change the user-selectable data fields:1) Press the MENU Key to display the PositionPage Menu (Figure 3-39).Figure 3-39 Position Page Menu2) Turn the large right knob to highlight ‘ChangeFields?’ and press the ENT Key.3) Turn the large right knob to highlight the datafield to be changed.4) Turn the small right knob to display the list ofavailable data items (Figure 3-40). Continueturning the small right knob to select thedesired data item from the list.Figure 3-40 Select Field Type Window