Garmin GPS 500 Pilot's Manual Addendum - Page 7

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GOODRICH STORMSCOPE INTERFACE

Goodrich STORMSCOPE Description

Refer to the WX-500 Pilot's Guide for a detailed description of the WX-500 STORMSCOPE.

The Goodrich STORMSCOPE WX-500 Series II Weather Mapping Sensor is a passive weather avoid-

ance system that detects electrical discharges associated with thunderstorms within a 200-nm radius of

the aircraft. The STORMSCOPE measures relative bearing and distance of thunderstorm-related electrical

activity and reports the information to the display. Interfaces are currently only available for the

WX-500 Series II STORMSCOPE System.

The power-up self-test ensures that the WX-500 functions are operating properly. An error message is

displayed on the Message Page if data is no longer being received.

User-Initiated Test

In addition to the power-up test, the WX-500 performs a continuous self-test. This continuous

self-test is performed several times per minute. A user-initiated test can also be performed. The WX-500

Pilot' s Guide lists all of the possible faults, probable causes, and recommended actions if system failures are

noted.

To perform a user-initiated test:

1. From the default Nav Page, turn the small right knob to select the Weather Page.

2. Press MENU to display the Page Menu.

3. Turn the small right knob to select 'Self-Test?' and press ENT.

SECTION 2

Section 2

Goodrich STORMSCOPE Interface

The 400/500 Series units perform a self-test during

power-up to ensure proper operation of the

applicable interface components.

In addition to the power-up test, the user can

perform a self-test that is executed through the

400/500 Series unit display.