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CABRI® G2 Flight Manual Supplement

9-14. Glass Panel

Supplement applicable to Cabri G2 (type certificate N° EASA.R.145,

FAA type certificate N° R00005RD)

Helicopter serial N°: _______________

Helicopter registration: _______________

Important Note:
The information contained herein supplements or supersedes the information
given in the basic flight manual and/or other flight manual supplements. For
limitations, procedures, and performance data not contained in this supplement,
consult the basic flight manual.

AIX-EN-PROVENCE, FRANCE
www.guimbal.com

Date: 29th July 2022

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The reference of this flight manual supplement is J40-914. The revisions

are given in the following table:
Revision Page Revision Approval date Approval reference (*)
number object
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Table of content

1. GENERAL ............................................................................................ 14.2

2. LIMITATIONS ...................................................................................... 14.3
2.1. GENERAL LIMITATIONS .................................................................. 14.3
2.2. G500H TXI FULL SCREEN MAP MODE ............................................. 14.3
2.3. G500H TXI SYSTEM SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS ............................. 14.3
2.4. MID CONTINENT SAM SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS ........................... 14.3
2.5. G500H TXI AND MAIN GPS DATABASES ......................................... 14.3
2.6. G500H TXI ATTITUDE AND HEADING REFERENCE SYSTEM (AHRS) . 14.3
2.7. G500H TXI TRAFFIC DISPLAY ........................................................ 14.4
2.8. G500H TXI WIRELESS DATALINK ................................................... 14.4
2.9. LPV PROCEDURES ....................................................................... 14.4
3. ABNORMAL PROCEDURES............................................................... 14.5
3.1. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ............................................................ 14.5
3.2. G500H TXI WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND MALFUNCTION INDICATIONS .. 14.6
3.3. STANDBY MODULE SAM WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND MALFUNCTION
INDICATIONS ............................................................................................... 14.9

4. NORMAL PROCEDURES ................................................................. 14.12

4.1. SAM STARTUP PROCEDURE: ....................................................... 14.12
4.2. SAM SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE:.................................................... 14.12
4.3. ALTIMETER SETTING:................................................................... 14.12
4.4. BRIGHTNESS OFFSET ADJUSTMENT: .............................................. 14.13
4.5. G500H TXI FULL SCREEN MAP MODE ON GROUND:........................ 14.13
4.6. OTHER FUNCTIONS: .................................................................... 14.13
7. DESCRIPTION .................................................................................. 14.14
7.1. G500H TXI GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................. 14.14
7.2. G500H TXI DISPLAY LAYOUTS ..................................................... 14.15
7.3. G500H TXI ADJUSTABLE PARAMETERS ........................................ 14.16
7.4. G500H TXI INTERFACED EQUIPMENT ........................................... 14.16
7.5. STANDBY INSTRUMENT SAM GENERAL INFORMATION ..................... 14.17
7.6. STANDBY INSTRUMENT SAM INTERFACED EQUIPMENT .................... 14.18

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1. General
This supplement provides operational data for the Cabri G2 Glass Panel
configuration.
This instrument panel combines the primary flight display Garmin G500H TXi
with the Mid Continent Standby Attitude Module (SAM).
These two independent displays replace the conventional analog instruments
such as Airspeed Indicator, Vertical Speed Indicator, Altimeter and Compass.
The two displays also provide Attitude and Heading indications.
Additional functions such as Horizontal Situation Indication, Navigation,
Traffic, Weather data and Map are provided on the G500H TXi primary
function display.

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2. Limitations
Note: This paragraph is approved by the EASA

2.1. General limitations

Operations are limited to day and night VFR.
Both G500H TXi and SAM units must be powered and operative prior to flight.
It is prohibited to shutoff G500H TXi in flight during normal operation.
Flight is prohibited if the internal battery of the SAM unit capacity check is
failed at startup.

Enter the configuration menu of equipment during critical phases of flight is

not permitted.

2.2. G500H TXi full screen Map mode

The full screen Map mode on the G500H TXi is forbidden in flight.

2.3. G500H TXi System software requirements

Software version must be at least 3.03 or later approved software for the GDU
700L (G500H TXi main unit).

2.4. Mid Continent SAM software requirements

Software version must be at least 1.1.1 or later approved software for the MD
302 (SAM unit)

2.5. G500H TXi and main GPS databases

G500H TXi and main GPS (such as GTN) databases must be updated and
valid.
It is the pilot responsibility to ensure that equipment databases are updated
and valid in order to ensure proper functioning of the system, including
optional functions such as ADS-B IN if implemented.

2.6. G500H TXi Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS)

G500H TXi AHRS operation is not ensured in the following areas:
• north of latitude 72°N and south of latitude 70°S
• north of latitude 65°N between longitude 75°W and 120°W
• north of latitude 70°N between longitude 70°W and 128°W
• north of latitude 70°N between longitude 85°E and 114°E
• south of latitude 55° S between longitude 120°E and 165°E

The G500H TXi AHRS uses GPS data, air data and magnetometer data
inputs. When operating the G500H TXi with no magnetometer and/or no air

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data, rapid pitch or roll movements may result in temporary loss of attitude
indication.

2.7. G500H TXi traffic display

When interfaced with an optional ADS-B IN traffic device, the G500H TXi is
capable of providing traffic display and visual alerting to the pilot.
The traffic display and alerts are an aid to visual acquisition and must not be
used as the sole source of information to base tactical decision for
maneuvering. The pilot must use the “see and avoid procedure” for traffic
avoidance.

2.8. G500H TXi Wireless datalink

G500H TXi data can be transferred on a portable device (e.g., tablet) via a
built-in wireless device.

It is prohibited to attempt to connect external devices via this wireless

interface during critical phases of flight.

2.9. LPV procedures

The LPV procedures are not EASA approved

Limitation Placards:

On the G500H TXi front frame lower edge:

FULL SCREEN MAP MODE IS FORBIDDEN IN FLIGHT

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3. Abnormal procedures
Note: This paragraph is approved by the EASA

3.1. Emergency procedures

G500H TXi ceases to operate:
Detection: G500H TXi screen shuts down.
Possible causes: Loss of power to the unit - Instrument malfunction.
Pilot action:
For day VFR operation:
If the standby instrument SAM airspeed and altitude indications are operative
Use visual references and refer to standby instrument SAM
CONTINUE FLIGHT
Otherwise
LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
For night VFR operation:
Use visual references and refer to standby instrument SAM
LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Note: “Land as soon as possible” means join the nearest landing site at
which a safe landing by night can be made.

Standby module SAM ceases to operate:

Detection: SAM screen shuts down.
Possible causes: Instrument malfunction - Loss of power to the unit and failed
internal battery.
Pilot action:
For day VFR operation:
Use visual references and refer to primary instrument G500H TXi
CONTINUE FLIGHT
For night VFR operation:
Use visual references and refer to primary instrument G500H TXi
LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Note: “Land as soon as possible” means join the nearest landing site at
which a safe landing by night can be made.

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3.2. G500H TXi warnings, cautions, and malfunction indications

Annunciation
Signification Corrective actions
/ display

Warning annunciations (Red)

AHRS Use visual reference

FAILURE Refer to Standby instrument
Yellow Attitude and
+ heading For day VFR operation:
Red X on system failed CONTINUE FLIGHT
Attitude For night VFR operation:
indicator LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

ATTITUDE Use visual reference

FAIL Refer to Standby instrument
Attitude data
Red
is For day VFR operation:
+
unavailable CONTINUE FLIGHT
Red X on
or invalid
Attitude For night VFR operation:
indicator LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

AIRSPEED
FAIL Use visual reference
Airspeed
Red Refer to Standby instrument
data is
+
unavailable
Red X on CONTINUE FLIGHT
or invalid
Airspeed
indicator

ALTITUDE
FAIL
Altitude data Use visual reference
Red
is Refer to Standby instrument
+
unavailable
Red X on
or invalid CONTINUE FLIGHT
Altitude
indicator
VERT SPD
FAIL Use visual reference
Vertical
Red Refer to Standby instrument altitude trend
speed data is
+ Cross check with altitude indication
unavailable
Red X on
or invalid
Vertical CONTINUE FLIGHT
Speed

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Annunciation
Signification Corrective actions
/ display

HDG
Amber
(in place of 3
digits
heading)
Refer to Standby instrument for magnetic
+ Heading data
heading – G500H TXi will automatically
Red X on is
display GPS ground track heading if available
Heading unavailable
region or invalid
CONTINUE FLIGHT
Or

HDG FAIL
Red
Caution annunciations (Yellow)

AHRS
aligning Limit bank angle to less than 10 degrees
AHRS
keep wings during initialization of AHRS.
initializes
level CONTINUE FLIGHT
Yellow

NO GPS GPS data is

Refer to main GPS if available
POSITION unavailable
CONTINUE FLIGHT
Yellow or invalid

TRAFFIC Nearby traffic Visually acquire traffic and avoid

Yellow is detected CONTINUE FLIGHT

Traffic data
No traffic
unavailable Use see and avoid procedure
data
or CONTINUE FLIGHT
Yellow
inoperative

TERRAIN
Yellow
Nearby
terrain Visually acquire and avoid
detected CONTINUE FLIGHT
(HSVT)

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Annunciation
Signification Corrective actions
/ display

Nearby
OBSTACLE obstacle Visually acquire and avoid
Yellow detected CONTINUE FLIGHT
(HSVT)

TER N/A
Terrain data
Or Use see and avoid procedure
unavailable
TER FAIL CONTINUE FLIGHT
or invalid
Yellow
If OAT data is lost: refer to EPM OAT, true
airspeed and wind indication will be lost.
If magnetic heading data is lost: refer to
Interfaced standby instrument and GPS ground track
NO DATA
sensor data heading
Yellow
is lost If GPS data is lost: refer to main GPS data if
operative or use standby instrument and
basic navigation means
CONTINUE FLIGHT

Other Advisory messages may be provided through the “Advisory” or “Msg”

icon on the G500H TXi touch screen.
Refer to the G500H TXi applicable manuals for appropriate action.

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3.3. Standby module SAM warnings, cautions and malfunction indications

Annunciation /
Signification Corrective actions
display

Warning and malfunction annunciations

Rotorcraft
Battery icon: power to the If main rotorcraft electrical power loss is
Green unit is lost confirmed:
LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
SAM is Otherwise:
working on its CONTINUE FLIGHT
internal Check PLASMA ignition switch is on
battery
Rotorcraft
power to the
Battery icon: unit is lost,
Black icon with If signs of main rotorcraft electrical power
SAM is
Red X loss are confirmed:
working on its
LAND IMMEDIATELY
internal
Otherwise:
battery
CONTINUE FLIGHT
+
Check PLASMA ignition switch is on
Internal
battery
capacity is low
BATTERY
OVER
TEMPERATURE Select OK to acknowledge
Red The SAM unit will operate on aircraft
+ power
Battery icon: Internal
Loss of power to the unit will result in
Black icon with battery is
immediate shut off
Red X experiencing
over
For day VFR operation:
temperature
CONTINUE FLIGHT
For night VFR operation:
LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
(once
Acknowledged)

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Annunciation /
Signification Corrective actions
display

At startup:
INTERNAL
BATTERY MAY
PROVIDE LESS
THAN 60 Internal Prior to take off:
MINUTES OF battery Turn off master switch
OPERATION capacity Pull the PLASMA breaker
+ check failed at Switch the overhead PLASMA switch ON
Battery icon: startup Check that the SAM unit is powered on
Black icon with - Wait for the battery icon to disappear
Red X Unit
improperly Switch off PLASMA and push back
shut off on PLASMA breaker
previous flight Start as per normal procedures

(once
Acknowledged)

Loss of power
+
No Airspeed If in flight: select ON and confirm
Power down in
sensed
xx seconds
+
Red CONTINUE FLIGHT
Improper
Start-up
procedure

Refer to G500H TXi primary display and

Attitude data use visual reference
Attitude is unavailable
indicator: or invalid – For day VFR operation:
Red X sensors range CONTINUE FLIGHT
exceedance For night VFR operation:
LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Airspeed data
is unavailable Refer to G500H TXi primary display and
Airspeed
or invalid – use visual reference
Red X
sensors range CONTINUE FLIGHT
exceedance

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Annunciation /
Signification Corrective actions
display

Altitude data
is unavailable Refer to G500H TXi primary display and
Altitude
or invalid – use visual reference
Red X
sensors range CONTINUE FLIGHT
exceedance

Magnetometer Refer to G500H TXi primary display or

Heading
data is lost – main GPS track
[---]
Failed sensor CONTINUE FLIGHT

Other Advisory messages can be displayed, refer to applicable SAM manuals

for detailed corrective actions and procedures.

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4. Normal procedures
Note: This paragraph is approved by the EASA

4.1. SAM Startup procedure:

Follow: “Before starting engine” procedure
Electronic ignition (PLASMA).................................................................. ON
Wait for the SAM to power up .......................................................................
SAM internal battery capacity check ........................... No annunciation - OK
Electronic ignition (PLASMA).................................................................OFF
Wait for the SAM annunciation “Power down in XX seconds – ON / OFF” ...
Select ON by turning the knob – push to confirm .........................................
SAM battery status icon (top right corner) ............................... check Green

Follow: “Starting the engine” procedure

SAM battery status icon (top right corner) ................ Check no battery icon
Check G500H TXi and SAM ................ Both powered on and fully operative

4.2. SAM Shutdown procedure:

Follow: “Engine/Rotor shutdown” procedure
Master switch......................................................................................... OFF
Power off the SAM unit ................................... Push the knob for 2 seconds
.................................................................... Select Power OFF in the menu
................................................. Push the knob briefly to power off the SAM

4.3. Altimeter setting:

On the SAM unit:
Turn the control knob to set altimeter
...............................................................Check and correlate with ATC info
On the G500H TXi:
Assign the knob function to set the reference pressure altitude by turning the
knob base or by touching the corresponding field on the screen.
Adjust the reference pressure with the control knob
...............................................................Check and correlate with ATC info

Caution: Altitude reference is not synchronized automatically;

SAM and G500H TXi must be set separately.

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4.4. Brightness offset adjustment:

On the SAM unit:
Push briefly the control knob then turn to adjust brightness

On the G500H TXi:

Enter the G500H TXi configuration menu through the touch screen
Select the “system backlight” configuration page
Adjust brightness through touch screen controls

Note: Brightness progressively self adapts on both equipments in function

of ambient luminosity. It may be necessary to wait for a few seconds for
brightness to adapt prior to validate the setting.

4.5. G500H TXi full screen Map mode on ground:

When operating with the G500H TXi in PFD page, switching to the Map mode
of G500H TXi is done with the touch screen top right corner icon labelled
“Map”.
When operating with the G500H TXi in Map page, switching back to the
standard PFD mode of G500H TXi is done by touching the attitude indicator
window on the touch screen.

Caution: Full screen Map mode is forbidden in flight. Refer to Limitations in

the §2 of the present manual.

4.6. Other functions:

Refer to the main functionalities and controls description below and to the
Garmin G500H TXi and Mid Continent SAM applicable manuals for detailed
operating procedures.

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7. Description
The present manual gives basic information for operating the G500H TXi and
SAM units.

Warning: Although the use of these equipments is simple and intuitive, it is highly
recommended to refer to G500H TXi and SAM pilot’s documentation prior to
operate the Cabri G2 equipped with Glass Panel.

Note: There is no connection between G500H TXi and SAM equipments.

They are fully independent.

7.1. G500H TXi general information

The G500H TXi installed on Cabri G2 provides the following functionalities:
• Attitude
• Airspeed
• Altitude
• Vertical speed
• Heading
• HSI with digital readout
• Course / vertical deviation
• Alerts (traffic, terrain, system and functions advisories)
• OAT
• Wind
• Time
• GPS data display

The picture below shows the G500H TXi unit with its control means:
Touch screen

Power
On / Off Control
soft key Knob

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7.2. G500H TXi display layouts

Two main modes are available: Primary Flight Display (PFD) and Map.
Switching from one mode to the other is done through touch screen controls.

PFD page (typical layout): Switch to Map

page

PFD configuration
menu
Switch to
Full screen Map mode (on the ground only): PFD page

Map configuration
menu

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7.3. G500H TXi adjustable parameters

G500H TXi main adjustable parameters such as altimeter setting or airspeed
and altitude bugs are highlighted in light blue.
They can be set with the control knob when the knob function is assigned to
the desired parameter.
The knob function assignment can be done either by touching the parameter
field on the touch screen or by rotating the control knob base.

7.4. G500H TXi interfaced equipment

In order to be fully operative, the G500H TXi is connected to the following
units:
• One Main GPS or GPS/VOR unit such as Garmin GPS systems
GTN 635 or GTN 650/750.
• One transponder such as Garmin transponders GTX 3x5.
• One dedicated magnetometer, installed in the Cabri G2 tail boom.
• One dedicated OAT probe, installed near the EPM OAT probe in
the upper air intake.

If data link is lost between the G500H TXi and interfaced equipment, the
G500H TXi will still operate, but in degraded modes.
In this case G500H TXi will provide corresponding warnings, caution or
advisory messages to the pilot.

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7.5. Standby instrument SAM general information

This equipment is designed to provide a backup for the PFD primary
functions.
It is arranged in a dual screen layout, providing following functionalities:

Upper screen:
• Attitude
• Slip indication
• Heading (digital)
Lower screen:
Control Knob
• Altitude
• Altitude trend
• Airspeed

One single control knob is used to control the unit

During operation, the knob enables to:

• Set reference pressure/altitude:
Turn the knob to set reference pressure
• Adjust brightness:
Push the knob briefly, turn to adapt
brightness
• Acknowledge warnings messages:
Turn the knob to select option, push
briefly to confirm
• Manually power on the unit:
Push the knob for at least two seconds
• Enter the options menu:
Push the knob for at least two seconds
Turn the knob and push to select the desired field

Altitude and
pressure units
configuration

Attitude indicator
style

Altitude trend
indication

Power off
(disabled if
airspeed is sensed)

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On the ground only, the control knob enables to access advanced

configuration menus and parameters. Refer to SAM applicable manuals for
detailed information.

7.6. Standby instrument SAM interfaced equipment

In order to be fully operative, the SAM is connected with a magnetometer,
installed in the Cabri G2 tail boom.

If connection is lost between SAM and its magnetometer, the SAM will still
operate but in degraded mode.

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