Stratus wanna-be (Stratux)

[Noah]

Didn't know that, thanks. Any idea whether your TIS-B data stream can be used to provide audible traffic alerts, either from the AFS box (4500 in my case) or some other means? That is a requirement for me.

[howard4113]

Originally Posted by David Paule

Yes, there is.

I intend to use Stratux as the IN part of my RV-3B system, and have assumed it would show on an iPad. If I have the option of hardwiring it to an EFIS, that would be a good option for sure.

Keep the interface as generic as possible to make it easy for other EFIS companies to use it.

Dave

Agreed on the "generic as possible". That's why I did it this way. I know I can connect with other transponders because I'm talking to the ADS-B manufacturers. I WILL be working on a Stratux direct serial out. I'm going to be working with Dynon next. Garmin does not play well with others.

[howard4113]

Originally Posted by Noah

Didn't know that, thanks. Any idea whether your TIS-B data stream can be used to provide audible traffic alerts, either from the AFS box (4500 in my case) or some other means? That is a requirement for me.

EFIS software compares your location and vector, compares to other traffic, and alerts. GRT does support this, and yes the ADS-B / GDL90 data is used for this purpose.

[howard4113]

Originally Posted by Noah

Hi Mark- I'm very interested in an ADSB-IN solution that would feed my AFS EFIS via serial hardline input. I'm not sure if the GRT data stream is different from what the AFS EFIS requires. Navworx offers the only COTS solution available right now in their ADS-600 EXP for $1300. The EFIS is a lot easier to see in the cockpit than the IPAD. Would be cool to have the same data stream over wifi (or bluetooth?) feed the IPAD as a redundant display.

Does your EFIS take GDL90 data over the serial input? Pretty sure the Navworx outputs that format. Most serial-equipped receivers do. If you're buying an out system anyway, I'd go that route. My interface is for those who have no out capability or are out-capable but no serial link - only wireless.

[lr172]

Originally Posted by howard4113

I'm working on a serial interface that connects to the GRT EFIS using the same serial interface as the ZAON (2 wires). It also connects to the Stratux ADS-B receiver WiFi and streams the ADS-B data to the EFIS. You get everything on your panel that you would on Foreflight -- METARS, TAFS, NOTAMS, Radar and Traffic. I have completed beta testing and the unit works great.
Is there any interest in this?

Mark

Do you believe this will work for Garmin x96 series portables? It was my understanding that the Zaon would drive traffic input for the 396/496. Not sure if they had multiple protocols, but I would doubt it. I would LOVE to have this capability and happy to help beta test for you.

Larry

[Noah]

Originally Posted by howard4113

EFIS software compares your location and vector, compares to other traffic, and alerts. GRT does support this, and yes the ADS-B / GDL90 data is used for this purpose.

I only ask this question because I don't believe that the AFS 4500 provides audible traffic alerts. I have a GTX-330 mode S transponder, and I believe that outputs audible traffic alerts directly - as well as sending traffic to the EFIS (for display only). Just trying to understand if it is going to be possible to keep audible traffic alerts with the addition of a serial ADSB-IN serial data stream to my current EFIS and I don't think it is.

[Noah]

Originally Posted by howard4113

Does your EFIS take GDL90 data over the serial input? Pretty sure the Navworx outputs that format. Most serial-equipped receivers do. If you're buying an out system anyway, I'd go that route. My interface is for those who have no out capability or are out-capable but no serial link - only wireless.

I'm pretty sure upgrading my GTX-330 to add ES will be my cheapest option for achieving ADS-B "OUT" capability. That leaves the question as to what to do for "IN" capability.

I don't think the AFS4500 will take GDL90 data via serial input (at least the manual doesn't say it does). I think traffic must be ICARUS protocol per their manual. Compatible receivers include the Navworx ADS-600 EXP for $1299 (RS-232, 57.6 k baud) & Dynon SV-ADSB-470 for $995. I believe that both are UAT only (978 MHz) receivers.

A Stratux which adds a serial hardline to my EFIS might be a nice alternative.

[Chkaharyer99]

Originally Posted by Noah

I'm pretty sure upgrading my GTX-330 to add ES will be my cheapest option for achieving ADS-B "OUT" capability. That leaves the question as to what to do for "IN" capability.

I don't think the AFS4500 will take GDL90 data via serial input (at least the manual doesn't say it does). I think traffic must be ICARUS protocol per their manual. Compatible receivers include the Navworx ADS-600 EXP for $1299 (RS-232, 57.6 k baud) & Dynon SV-ADSB-470 for $995. I believe that both are UAT only (978 MHz) receivers.

A Stratux which adds a serial hardline to my EFIS might be a nice alternative.

The Navwporx ADS-600 EXP has an option to add 1030 ES hardware/software.

From the Navworx site:

Navworx ADS-600 EXP

http://www.navworx.com/products-ADS600-EXP.php

Options:
1. 1090ES Receiver - This is both a hardware and software option. If ordering the option, 1090ES receiver hardware will be installed. A future software update (free) will enable the feature at a later date.

http://www.navworx.com/navworx_store...DS600_EXP.html

Cost to add 1030 ES


DUAL RECEIVER:


1090ES RECEIVER ADD-IN (Add $89.00)

I have the same AFS 4500 EFIS with a Garmin 327. Was thinking about adding the Navworx after Jesse chimed in.

[Scrabo]

New release candidate for Stratux published

https://github.com/cyoung/stratux/tree/v0.6r1

[Pdtofly]

Any new update on the Raspberry Pi Stratux? Looking at putting all my parts together. Is there a newer ISO file out there than the Aug 2015 one to download?

Thanks for your input.

Brian