System
Planning
Version 1.41, June 2017
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3.5.10
Flap Sensor
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Is connected to the flap rod – please consult with the glider manufacturer about the
installation.
3.5.11
Magnetic Compass
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The location should be magnetically benign
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As far as possible from metal parts, power cables
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In case of small magnetic interferences user calibration is possible
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Very important is the orientation of the magnetic compass (compass has marked
TOP position and flight direction position).
3.5.12
FlarmLED, FlarmView and FlarmView2
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The Flarm display should be located on a visible place on the panel.
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It requires 15 mm of space behind the panel.
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The cable will require an additional 10 mm of space.
3.5.13
FlarmView57
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FlarmView57 should be located on a visible place on the panel.
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It requires 28 mm of space behind the panel.
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Cable will take an additional 10 mm of space.
3.5.14
Wi-Fi Module
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It is plugged into the USB port of the main unit.
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It will require an additional 62 mm of space behind the panel.
3.5.15
Bluetooth Module
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It is plugged in the PDA port of the main unit (not available at all types).
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It will require an additional 55 mm of space behind the panel.
3.5.16
MOP Sensor (for jet engines)
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It is installed in the engine compartment so it can easily detect engine noise.
3.5.17
MOP Sensor (for Electric Propulsion Gliders)
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It is installed near main power lines that are coming from the batteries and measures
the current from the batteries.
3.5.18
Bridges
Bridges are designed to be installed into any convenient place within the glider.
3.6
Cooling Requirements
Currently there are no cooling requirements. If possible, ventilation should pass through the
instrument panel to exchange some warm air. That will drop the temperature behind the
panel a few degrees.
3.7
Mounting Requirements
Most LXNAV units are fastened with screws.