PC Trainer Suite for GTN, G500/G600 TXi, GDU 620, GNX 375, GNC 355/355A, and GPS 175
Launcher Software Version: 3.8.5.0
Release Date: January 15, 2024
Download Size: 3.61 MB
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Overview
Garmin Aviation PC Trainers simulate multiple Garmin avionics systems, providing a ground-based environment for learning basic operations. The software includes offline manuals and additional resources. Refer to the Help page for an updated Trainer User’s Guide, Pilot’s Guides, and new demo features.
The PC Trainer Suite Launcher simplifies installation and updates. Select avionics trainer products to download automatically (high-speed internet recommended). If an internet connection is unavailable, refer to Offline Installation below.
Important: Upgrading from the 2.x to the 3.x Launcher installs newer avionics trainer versions, resetting some settings to default.
Source Garmin.com
Supported Trainers
- TXi v3.62.2
- Updated to align with TXi v3.62 airborne software and GTN Xi v20.42 release.
- Adds support for Cessna Citation CJ2.
- GTN Xi v20.42.2
- Updated to align with v20.42 airborne software.
- Adds support for Cessna 525A Citation CJ2.
- GTN v6.72.9
- Updated to align with v6.72 airborne software.
- Minor Windows simulation bug fixes.
- GDU 620 v7.41.3
- Updated to align with 7.41 airborne software.
- GNX 375, GNC 355/355A, and GPS 175 v3.21.2
- Updated to align with 3.21 airborne software.
Simulated System Information (GTN, GDU 500/600 TXi, GDU 620):
- ADS-B and TCAS Traffic with TargetTrend™ Relative Motion
- FIS-B and SiriusXM Weather
- Garmin GWX Weather Radar
- Stormscope Lightning Detection
- Additional FIS-B Products: Turbulence, Icing, G-Airmet, Cloud Tops, Lightning, Center Weather Advisories
GPS Trainer Includes:
- ADS-B Traffic
- FIS-B Weather with animated NEXRAD
- Airspaces, Airways, and Visual Reporting Points
General Features
- Garmin SafeTaxi for detailed airport information and approach charts
- High-resolution worldwide terrain and obstacle databases with powerline alerting
- Garmin North America and Jeppesen Worldwide aviation database selection
- Configurable navigator and display models
- Integrated crash reporting and feedback submission
- Preconfigured aircraft panels are available on the Aircraft Trainers page
System Requirements
- Processor: 2.4GHz dual-core or equivalent
- OS: Windows 7 SP1 or later (Windows 8 not supported)
- Storage: 3GB free space (7GB for installation)
- Graphics: DirectX 9.0+, 256MB 3D accelerated card
- Resolution: 1280 x 1024 or higher
Due to the trainer’s resource intensity, ensure it is the only application running for optimal performance.
Not Supported: macOS
Also Available
- Standalone GTN Xi iPad® Trainer
- Standalone GTN iPad Trainer
- Standalone TXi iPad Trainer
- Standalone GPS 175/GNX 375 iPad Trainer
macOS and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc. Windows and DirectX are trademarks of Microsoft.
Offline Installation
For installations without an active internet connection:
- Download the Trainer Launcher and Databases v3.8.5.0 (Required)
- Verify file integrity:
- SHA-1: 78ef6e32e68ac8b1ca6f90d1eda8a146ce146aeb
- SHA-256: 51f4a0dd0f03c6378a2d3da51c9b34fa9e07b2b1ca963de62303686bf265276e
- Extract the contents of
GarminTrainerSetup_3850.zipto a temporary location. - Run
GarminTrainerSetup.exeand follow the setup wizard. - Install additional trainer modules:
- TXi v3.62.2
- GTN Xi v20.42.2
- GTN v6.72.9
- GNX 375, GNC 355/355A, and GPS 175 v3.21.2
- GDU 620 v7.40.6
Previous Versions
Version 3.8.2.0
SHA-1: 86d8a5d92ad7e1b9937313712abc712bd6beac0d
Version 3.6.4.0
SHA-1: f876f4ca399d897714de8cb59d4f937b6a2db468
Change History
v3.8.5.0 Changes:
- Added rotorcraft trainers option for Jeppesen worldwide nav database.
v3.8.2.0 Changes:
- Introduced preconfigured panels in Aircraft Trainers.
- Added GTN Xi 20.42 and TXi 3.62 trainers.
- New panel configurations for Cessna 525A Citation CJ2, Cirrus SR22TN, Pilatus PC-12/47.
v3.6.4.0 Changes:
- Updated databases to cycle 2211.