Garmin Introducing New Multi-Function Display

Garmin is introducing a new multi-function display with a viewing area that is almost 20% larger than other panel-mounted MFD units.

The GMX 200 has a high resolution (640 x 480 pixels) display, and an advanced backlighting scheme that dramatically improves the color and contrast, resulting in chart depictions and images that are brighter and more vivid in all lighting conditions, according to Garmin.

It has multiple functions and features to allow the pilot to select between several charting options and easily add or remove details, and a rotary knob has been added to allow for quicker map scale changes and entry of data.  A split-screen function allows the pilot to simultaneously view two charting options along with the vertical profile for the elevation of the terrain along the route of flight.

Worldwide terrain and hydrography data is preloaded, and Jeppesen NavData is used to draw airports, airways, navaids, airspace, and other features at range scales from ¼ mile to 2,500 miles.

When combined with Garmin's GDL 69 one can get today's most advanced weather depictions and information instantly via XM Satellite Radio. And a user interface can provide more than 150 channels of XM audio.

Split-Screen Example View

Graphical NEXRAD Weather Example View

Elevation of Terrain Relative to Flight Level Example View

The source for all views is Garmin. More are available on its Website.

The GMX 200 Traffic version supports interfaces to Garmin's TIS (traffic information service)-capable transponders and ADS-B (automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast) transceivers, and can be connected to select TCAS traffic alert and collision avoidance system) units.  A Radar/Traffic version can also be interfaced with Garmin's GWX 68 weather radar.

The system should be certified this summer.  03-16-2006.

Click here to become a registered Flt Tech Online subscriber and receive headlines delivered to your e-mail each week

Click here to go back to the headlines