2 - NAV PAGES46Terrain Database InformationDatabase UpdatesTerrain/obstacle databases are updated periodi-cally with the latest terrain and obstacle data. Visit theGarmin website to check for newer versions of terrain/obstacle databases. Compare database cycle numbersto determine if a newer version is available.The database update process includes eitherreprogramming or replacing the database card andinserting the updated card in the right card slot on theunit front panel. The terrain/obstacle database maybe downloaded via the intenet and the card repro-grammed using a USB programmer available fromGarmin. Contact Garmin at 800-800-1020 or at www.garmin.com for more information.To update the terrain or obstacle database:1. Acquire a new terrain data card fromGarmin.2. Turn off the power to the 500W Series unit.3. Remove the old terrain data card from andinsert the new card into the right-most slot ofthe 500W Series unit.4. Turn on the 500W Series unit and verify that theTERRAIN system passes the self-test. The “TERTEST” annunciator will clear after checking andno failure message appears.Terrain/Obstacle Database Areas of CoverageThe following describes the area of coverage avail-able in each database. Regional definitions may changewithout notice.The terrain and airport terrain databases includeworldwide coverage that includes: Latitudes South 60°to North 75°.The obstacle database provides coverage for theUSA and Europe that includes:United States: Limited to the United States, someareas of Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and thePacific.Europe: Limited to Austria, Belgium, Czech Repub-lic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Neth-erlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain,Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.CAUTION: Obstacles 200 feet and higher are includedin the Obstacle Database. It is very important to notethat not all obstacles are necessarily charted and there-fore may not be contained in the Obstacle Database.Terrain Operation
