
Installation
and Configuration
Version 1.41, June 2017
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5
Flarm Data In
6
Ground
By default the Bridge is programmed to stream NMEA data at 4800bps. It streams standard
GPS and Flarm data. 485 to 232 bridges can be configured as NMEA Bridge, Radio Bridge or
Transponder Bridge.
5.2.2.7.2
NMEA Bridge
The NMEA Bridge has been designed to expand a number of NMEA ports in the system. It
can be used as classic NMEA output for PDA device to feed a Mode-S transponder with
NMEA.
5.2.2.7.3
Radio Bridge (UPDATED)
The Radio Bridge is the same part of hardware as the NMEA Bridge. On the main unit it can
be configured as a Radio Bridge which can communicate with supported radios (for more
information please refer to the Radio/Transponder Bridge manual).
5.2.2.7.4
Transponder Bridge (UPDATED)
The Transponder Bridge is the same part of hardware as the NMEA Bridge. On the main
unit it can be configured as a Transponder Bridge which can communicate with the
supported Transponders (for more information please refer to the Radio/Transponder Bridge
manual).
5.2.2.8
Wi-Fi Module
The Wi-Fi dongle must be plugged into a USB port. The Wi-Fi dongle will be operational
when the unit which has enabled that option and the wireless network are available.
5.2.2.9
Compass Module
The compass module must be connected to the RS485 bus. It must be installed at a
location where there are no strong magnetic fields (iron or ferromagnetic materials) or
cables with AC current or fluctuating DC currents.
When installing the magnetic compass use screws made of non-ferromagnetic
materials (plastic or brass).