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docs(prep-mcdu): add how-to enter squawk code section
* docs(prep-mcdu): add how-to enter squawk code section * fix bullet points * slein review Co-authored-by: Sleinmaster <[email protected]> --------- Co-authored-by: Sleinmaster <[email protected]>
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- Initial cleared altitude after departure.
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- Assigned SID for departure OR radar vectors
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- Assigned departing runway.
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- Transponder/squawk code.
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- [Transponder/squawk code](#entering-squawk-code).
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- Departure frequency.
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Additional reading material: [The CRAFT mnemonic](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CRAFT_(aviation))
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- [**^^R^^**AD NAV](#rad-nav)
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- [**^^I^^**NIT FUEL PRED](#init-fuel-pred)
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- [**^^P^^**ERF](#perf)
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3. [A32NX simBrief Integration](#a32nx-simbrief-integration)
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3. [Entering Squawk Code](#entering-squawk-code)
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4. [A32NX simBrief Integration](#a32nx-simbrief-integration)
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![mcdu20](../assets/beginner-guide/mcdu/mcdu20.png)
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## Entering Squawk Code
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During your MCDU preparation or before departing from the stand you should have obtained your IFR clearance. As part of this action you will be given a transponder/squawk code
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for your flight. This allows ATC to identify your aircraft on their radar.
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To enter your assigned code find the ATC/TCAS Panel on the bottom right portion of the lower pedestal. It will look like this:
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![ATC-TCAS.png](../assets/beginner-guide/takeoff-climb-cruise/ATC-TCAS.png){loading=lazy}
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- Ensure that the `XPDR` switch is in the `AUTO` or `ON` position.
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- To clear the current code, **double press** the `CLR` button.
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- Enter your assigned code using the keypad.
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## A32NX simBrief Integration

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