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by deeohgee
Fri Oct 15, 2021 11:29 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: How to restart avionics when updating G1000NXi databases
Replies: 3
Views: 1149

How to restart avionics when updating G1000NXi databases

Hi all, I'm sure this is an easy question, though curious if there is a trick or tip. The problem with updating the databases with FlightStream is that you have to restart the avionics for it to complete the process. However, if the engine is not running, you can start to drain the battery. So, my q...
by deeohgee
Tue Jul 20, 2021 11:44 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Making a call using the TEL button on the G1000 NXi
Replies: 6
Views: 1540

Re: Making a call using the TEL button on the G1000 NXi

jast wrote: Tue Jul 20, 2021 9:49 pm It’s satcom only for Phase I hardware. With the phase II upgrade it works nicely via Bluetooth.
I'm not familiar with the Phase II upgrade. Is that available now? How do you get that upgrade?
by deeohgee
Tue Jul 20, 2021 5:58 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Making a call using the TEL button on the G1000 NXi
Replies: 6
Views: 1540

Making a call using the TEL button on the G1000 NXi

Hi all, curious if anyone has found how to connect your iPhone via Bluetooth and make a call using the TEL button. I can't find any documentation for it.
by deeohgee
Sat Jul 17, 2021 6:05 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Tips/Tricks for Storing Outside Overnight
Replies: 12
Views: 5335

Tips/Tricks for Storing Outside Overnight

Afternoon! This is my first new plane and I am babying it, in a hangar, cleaning windows, and wiping it down after each flight. I will want to start doing some cross-country flights and possibly stay the night. I know people do it all the time, but does anyone have tips/tricks/experiences with leavi...
by deeohgee
Thu Jul 15, 2021 6:13 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: DA40NG transfer pump acting strange
Replies: 7
Views: 2030

Re: DA40NG transfer pump acting strange

Afternoon, thanks for this great post on the fuel transfer pump. This was an issue I experienced yesterday so was amazing to read through the logic of it. The question to me is... do you just turn on the pump and leave it on and let it do its thing or do you monitor the fuel and turn it on and off a...
by deeohgee
Thu Jul 15, 2021 5:46 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Cleaning the mt-Propeller
Replies: 1
Views: 557

Cleaning the mt-Propeller

Afternoon! Any advice on how to clean the mt-Propeller on the DA40 NG? I have a feeling it will be water and a rag but just curious if anyone has any thoughts/experience. Anything to really watch out for?
by deeohgee
Wed Jul 07, 2021 7:45 pm
Forum: Diamond Gadgets & Extras
Topic: G1000 nxi pc trainer
Replies: 13
Views: 5079

Re: G1000 nxi pc trainer

When I spoke with Garmin support, they suggested the Cessna NAV III trainer. This was as of Nov 2020.
https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/70239 ... 0-12675-05
by deeohgee
Wed Jul 07, 2021 3:44 pm
Forum: Diamond Gadgets & Extras
Topic: Garmin Marq Aviator Watch
Replies: 3
Views: 1824

Garmin Marq Aviator Watch

Morning, I have a question of how a Garmin Marq Aviator watch fits into your flying? I was given one as a present but I'm trying to figure out where and when I would use it. Currently, I have: - G1000 Nxi - iPad using ForeFlight for flying/planning/logbook - iPad using Garmin Pilot for database upda...
by deeohgee
Wed Jun 23, 2021 6:53 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Best products for cleaning the plane
Replies: 29
Views: 8616

Re: Best products for cleaning the plane

Question for the people that are using a Wash and Wax product, can you use a regular car one? Assuming it’s the same thing as Aero Cosmetics?
by deeohgee
Wed Jun 16, 2021 2:57 pm
Forum: DA40 Forum
Topic: Cleaning the DA40 NG
Replies: 3
Views: 891

Cleaning the DA40 NG

Hi all, new to the forum! Thanks for having me! I am going to have a lot of new owner questions. Here's a fun one to start! Here are some cleaning questions: - How do you wash your DA40 NG? Just like your car? Any recommendations? - What products do you use for washing the DA40 NG? - How do you keep...