Database Concierge wireless database transfer,
Telligence™ Voice Command, pinch-to-zoom and more
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN),
today announced an expanded feature set, an enhanced user interface
and additional wireless connectivity solutions for its popular GTN
650/750 touchscreen navigators. New GTN enhancements include
pinch-to-zoom, Telligence Voice Command1 and more. Additional
Connext® capabilities include Flight Stream 510 integration, which
supports wireless Database Concierge between the GTN and the
Garmin Pilot™ app on a mobile device. Flight plan transfer, as
well as traffic, weather, GPS information and more also display on
select mobile devices when paired with Flight Stream 510. Pilots
can also utilize the Garmin Pilot app on Apple mobile devices to
send text messages and initiate phone calls1. These new features
bring advanced capabilities and even more functionality to new and
existing GTN 650/750 touchscreen avionics.
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“We continue to make major enhancements to the GTN that gives
tens of thousands of customers access to new, industry-leading
features and connectivity options, while also giving prospective
customers flying behind older equipment even more reasons to
upgrade their avionics,” said Carl Wolf, Garmin vice president of
aviation sales and marketing. “With features like Telligence Voice
Command, pilots will feel as though they have a virtual co-pilot
sitting in the seat next to them as the GTN completes tasks via
spoken commands. These features and more help pilots keep their
eyes out of the cockpit by providing a more intuitive, natural user
interface that assists them in completing the most important task -
flying the aircraft.”
Control the GTN via spoken commands using Telligence
When installed with a separate push-to-command button,
Telligence Voice Command can help reduce pilot workload by using
automatic speech recognition technology within the GTN and GMA™
35/GMA 350 audio panels to perform common tasks. Based on intuitive
phraseology, Telligence now accepts hundreds of commands at the
push of a button.
For example, when on approach to land, pilots can simply state,
“Tune Destination Tower” to load the tower frequency into the
standby position. While on a cross-country, pilots can state “Tune
Nearest Center” to proactively load the closest center frequency
that pilots can expect during the next hand-off from ATC. To view a
specific page within the GTN at-a-glance, pilots can simply state
“Show Flight Plan Page.” While flying over an interesting point,
simply saying “Create Waypoint” will place a user waypoint at the
aircraft’s current location. In the event ATC asks for distance
information from the airport or a particular fix, stating “Show
Distance” will display a pop-up box with distance information based
on information entered in the flight plan. Alternatively, for a
verbal readout of distance information, pilots can state, “Say
distance to destination” and the GTN will verbally read out the
distance to the destination airport through the audio panel.
Pinch-to-zoom user interface
The GTN 650/750 now features pinch-to-zoom capability on any
map, traffic or terrain page, in addition to the dedicated zoom
icons. Much like pinch-to-zoom on a smartphone or tablet, pilots
can naturally use two-finger gestures on the GTN to zoom in and
zoom out.
Database Concierge wireless database management
The new Flight Stream 510 is a small, patented Wi-Fi® and
Bluetooth®-enabled MultiMediaCard (MMC) that enables wireless
Database Concierge and communication between the GTN 650/750
series, select avionics and up to two compatible Apple or Android
mobile devices operating Garmin Pilot. Wi-Fi connectivity is
specifically for wireless database transfer, while Bluetooth
enables a wide variety of additional capabilities, including flight
plan transfer, the sharing of traffic, weather, GPS and more.
Customers can easily incorporate wireless technology into their
aircraft with the latest GTN software upgrade and Flight Stream 510
as no wiring changes or complex installation considerations are
required. For customers with a G500/G600 glass flight display
installed, back-up attitude information also wirelessly displays
within a mobile device.
Database synchronization
Customers with any combination of GTNs or GTNs with G500/G600s
receive additional benefits with database synchronization. Once
customers complete the wireless database transfer to the GTN, the
databases are automatically transferred to the G500/G600 and synced
across both systems to ensure database information matches and is
up-to-date. Chart streaming also allows pilots to view and utilize
departure, approach and arrival charts immediately, even while the
charts database is synchronizing between the two systems. Flight
Stream improves the experience by adding Database Concierge
wireless database transfer, which automates database management
between Garmin avionics. Flight Stream 510 wirelessly transfers the
following databases to compatible avionics: Jeppesen NavData or the
Garmin Navigation Database, Airport Directory, Obstacle, Terrain,
SafeTaxi®, FliteCharts® and Basemap.
Connext text and voice control via mobile devices
With Flight Stream 510, customers can pair an Apple mobile
device operating Garmin Pilot to the GTN to access text and voice
services enabled by a GSR 56 datalink1. While in-flight and on the
ground, pilots can quickly send and receive messages with a mobile
device using a familiar conversation format and conveniently
utilize the phone’s existing contact database. Similarly, customers
can initiate phone calls on an Apple mobile device using Garmin
Pilot, so it’s easier to complete phone calls over a headset while
in flight. The GSR 56 also supports the display of weather on
compatible avionics.
European enhancements
Tailored specifically to European operators, the GTN series now
includes the option to display Visual Reporting Points (VRPs) on
the moving map. Often used as reporting points in controlled
airspace, pilots can easily reference these points relative to
their position on the map so its easy to navigate and help make
accurate reports to air traffic control.
Trusted, cost-effective Garmin Navigation Database extended
to certified avionics
The new Garmin Navigation Database offers a cost-effective path
to incorporate the latest database information within select Garmin
avionics throughout a single aircraft for one low price. The Garmin
Navigation Database coverage encompasses the North America. U.S.
coverage of the new Garmin Navigation Database starts at $129 for a
single update and $299 for an annual subscription for the
GTN 650/750. Single navigator bundles for the GTN 650 start at
$499, while a variety of new OnePak annual database subscriptions
are available starting at $649, which can be downloaded across
multiple Garmin avionics and one portable in a single aircraft at
no additional cost. In addition to database information, the
purchase of a U.S. or North America OnePak subscription also
provides customers with an annual subscription to Garmin Pilot IFR
Premium on Apple or Android mobile devices. To purchase and
download new OnePak database subscriptions and to view additional
database pricing or coverage information, visit:
www.flyGarmin.com.
Additional features within the latest GTN software
upgrade
- Radios available during power-up prior
to engine start
- Addition of flight track vector gives
pilots more visual cues to help ensure flight plan tracking
- Option to clear-all stored flight plans
and user-waypoints
- Pilot selectable SafeTaxi diagram hot
spot descriptions
These new features are expected to be available in August from
Garmin Authorized Dealers for hundreds of aircraft makes and
models1. The GTN software upgrade is supported by Garmin’s
award-winning aviation support team, which provides 24/7 worldwide
technical and warranty support. For additional information, visit
www.garmin.com/aviation.
Garmin’s aviation business segment is a leading provider of
solutions to OEM, aftermarket, military and government customers.
Garmin’s portfolio includes navigation, communication, flight
control, hazard avoidance, an expansive suite of ADS-B solutions
and other products and services that are known for innovation,
reliability, and value. For more information about Garmin’s full
line of avionics, go to www.garmin.com/aviation.
For decades, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and
wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who
live an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary business
units, including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor
recreation. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom
at garmin.com/newsroom, contact the Media Relations department at
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1 Additional equipment and/or subscriptions may be required
2 Installation charges may apply
About Garmin
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd.
(Nasdaq: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its
principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and
the United Kingdom. Garmin, Connext, FliteCharts and SafeTaxi are
registered trademarks and GTN, Telligence, GMA and Garmin Pilot are
trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.
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owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Garmin is
under license. Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries. Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi alliance.
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results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown
risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not
limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the year ended December 26, 2015, filed by Garmin
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