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Question posted by giannifly59 on April 15th, 2012
Currency Indication
On automotive mode, on map then on trip computer view among six information boxes one is called "overall fuel cost". On my Area500 The currency unit is set to CHF (for a reason that i dont know) how can get this currency unit changed. ??!!
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camera information (see page 34). • Unlock optional maps.
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GPS Navigation
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Index
190-01117-03 Rev. Displays Surface Pressure.
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190-01117-02 Rev. A Flight Log Displays Flight Logs.
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190-01117-02 Rev. A
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Pilot's Guide - Page 32
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... Icon to activate the map pointer. Activating the map pointer:
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190-01117-02 Rev. Overview
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Flight Planning Hazard Avoidance Additional Features
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