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docs(prep-mcdu): add how-to enter squawk code section #895

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16 changes: 15 additions & 1 deletion docs/pilots-corner/beginner-guide/preparing-mcdu.md
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Expand Up @@ -42,7 +42,7 @@ Visit [Starting the Aircraft](starting-the-aircraft.md) to learn more.
- Initial cleared altitude after departure.
- Assigned SID for departure OR radar vectors
- Assigned departing runway.
- Transponder/squawk code.
- [Transponder/squawk code](#entering-squawk-code).
- Departure frequency.

Additional reading material: [The CRAFT mnemonic](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CRAFT_(aviation))
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- [**^^R^^**AD NAV](#rad-nav)
- [**^^I^^**NIT FUEL PRED](#init-fuel-pred)
- [**^^P^^**ERF](#perf)
4. [Entering Squawk Code](#entering-squawk-code)
3. [A32NX simBrief Integration](#a32nx-simbrief-integration)

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![mcdu20](../assets/beginner-guide/mcdu/mcdu20.png)

## Entering Squawk Code

During your MCDU preparation or after, before departing 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.

To enter your assigned code find the ATC/TCAS Panel on the bottom right portion of the lower pedestal. It will look like this:

![ATC-TCAS.png](../assets/beginner-guide/takeoff-climb-cruise/ATC-TCAS.png){loading=lazy}

- Ensure that the `XPDR` switch is in the `AUTO` or `ON` position.
- To clear the current code, **double press** the `CLR` button.
- Enter your assigned code using the keypad.

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## A32NX simBrief Integration
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