Advanced features include frequency lookup,
standby monitoring and more
OLATHE,
Kan., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin
(NYSE: GRMN) today announced a new series of COMM and NAV/COMM
radios that offer feature-rich solutions in a slim 1.3-inch bezel
height form factor. The GTR 205 Comm radio and GNC® 215
NAV/COMM radio are affordable solutions for customers that feature
an easy-to-read full color LCD display, intuitive user interface
and worldwide frequency database.
"The GTR 205 and GNC 215 products show Garmin's commitment to
offering attractive and affordable ground-based navigation and
communication options while continuing to provide world-class,
modern capabilities. We are excited to offer these new solutions
for our general aviation customers as we keep our entire product
line fresh." –Carl Wolf, Garmin Vice
President of Aviation Sales and Marketing
Designed for both fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, the GTR
205 and GNC 215 are versatile radios that can serve in a variety of
aircraft types and panel installations. The 1.3-inch height form
factor matches previous-generation SL30 and SL40 radios, enabling
easier upgrades and creating more room in space constrained
panels. Pilot-selectable 25 kHz or 8.33 kHz channel spacing
provides global capability. Both radios feature a sunlight-readable
color LCD display, indicating the currently tuned active and
standby frequencies, as well as their station ID – such as "KOJC
TWR" or "KSLE ATIS"1. The vibrant display as well
as the dual concentric knob and backlit keys mimic those found on
other modern Garmin avionics products, providing an intuitive user
interface and simplifying product operation.
GTR 205 COMM radio
Adding advanced communication capabilities to any panel, the GTR
205 is an optimized and cost-effective solution. The 2,280-channel
capable VHF COMM radio comes standard with 10 watts of power, and a
16 watt option is also available. For operators requiring NVIS
compatibility, there is an option for that as well. Additionally,
pilots can monitor a standby COMM frequency while tuned to the
active frequency, allowing them to perform various tasks such as
listening to ATIS transmissions without leaving the active ATC
frequency.
The worldwide frequency database makes it convenient to find
frequencies by searching an airport identifier. Frequency memory
and instant recall make tuning to the most often or recently used
frequencies quick and efficient, plus holding down the volume knob
will quick-tune to the emergency channel 121.5. To assist with
approaches, holds or other assigned maneuvers, the GTR 205 includes
a built-in timer, with the option to count up or count down.
GNC 215 NAV/COMM radio
The GNC 215 NAV/COMM radio offers all the same COMM features as
the GTR 205, while also adding full VHF navigation capabilities,
including VOR/ILS with localizer and glideslope. Navaid lookup
allows the GNC 215 to find the desired frequency from its built-in
worldwide database when entering a navaid, and the Automatic
Station ID feature will automatically decode a station's Morse code
to provide positive visual identification.
The GNC 215 also has the ability to monitor the standby VOR
frequency while displaying the received radial and features a
supplemental CDI display for a VOR or localizer. These NAV/COMM
products interface with most CDI, HSI and autopilot systems, as
well as most Garmin flight displays to show the Nav indicators in
the primary field of view.
The GTR 205 and GNC 215 have received the Federal Aviation
Administration's (FAA) Technical Standard Order (TSO) authorization
and will be available in March through the Garmin Authorized
Dealer network. The GTR 205 COMM radio has a suggested retail price
starting at $2,695 and the GNC 215
NAV/COMM radio is available starting at $5,295. To learn more, visit
garmin.com/aviation.
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