Garmin aera 795/796 Pilot’s Guide 190-01194-00 Rev. AAppendix C134OverviewGPS NavigationFlight PlanningHazard AvoidanceAdditional FeaturesAppendicesIndexAPPENDIX C: SD CARDS AND DATABASESSD CARD USEThe aera 795/796 uses an SD Card for checklist files, Chartview, importing/exportingFlight Plans, and for storing PDF files for use in the aera 795/796 Document Viewer.Garmin recommends using a 4 GB SanDisk or Toshiba SD Card.INSTALLING AND REMOVING SD CARDSInstall the SD Card in the slot located on the top, right side of the unit. Install orremove the SD Card at any time, whether the unit is on or off.You can buy pre-programmed SD Cards to use with your aera 795/796.SD Cards are not waterproof. They should not be exposed to moisture or excessivestatic charges, and should be stored in the case supplied with the card.Installing an SD Card:1) Insert the card into the slot on the top, right side of the unit. Be sure thelabel is facing the back of the unit.2) Firmly push the card into the unit. It is not necessary to force the card. Thehandle is still exposed when it is properly inserted.3) The unit takes a few seconds to read the card.If you insert an SD Card and get a card format not recognized message, try removingthe card and reinserting it. If the card is still not recognized, contact Garmin ProductSupport or your Garmin dealer.Removing an SD Card:1) Push the card into the unit until it stops.2) Release the card. The card should eject for easy removal.3) With the card ejected, pull the card out of the slot.