LX90xx system Version 4.0
February 2014
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11
Options
11.1
Flarm
Before using Flarm it is highly recommended to read the Flarm user manual which
can be downloaded from
www.flarm.com
. Respect all limitations listed in this
document.
Flarm is a collision avoidance system developed by Flarm Technologies from Switzerland.
The Flarm module consists of following main parts: GPS receiver, microcontroller unit, radio
transceiver pressure altimeter and optional an external indicator. All electronic parts are
integrated into the main display unit cabinet. An exception is the radio communication
antenna and the Flarm External Display. Some input is possible via the external display.
In case, that unit has no built flarm, external flarm connection is possible using
LX5flarm or LX5PF cable for power flarm.
11.1.1
Installation
The position of the radio communication antenna is extremely important as a bad
installation will reduce the system range dramatically. It is highly recommended to install
the antenna on the top of the instrument panel with a suitable aluminium round plate
having a diameter of about 12 cm used as a back plane and an approximately 10 cm long
rubber antenna used as the radiator. The metal plate may be mounted outside or inside of
the instrument panel. If carbon is used, use only the top mounting variant.
The antenna position must be mounted as vertical as possible. Use only the
original antenna which is always delivered with the unit. Use the original cable to
connect the main display unit to the antenna. Never use an antenna without the
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