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Old 03-27-2013, 04:42 PM
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Based on information from our friends at Garmin, we see no issue with integrating the GSA 28 servos with the VP-X as-is today.

The GSA 28 receives trim motor power inputs (2 wires, GND and +12v) and outputs the same to the trim motor. Electrically, the power coming into the GSA 28 on these wires is identical whether it comes from a switch, relay, or VP-X so nothing special should need to be done other than turning off the speed scheduling on the VP-X.
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Old 03-27-2013, 06:54 PM
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So 3 displays in 1 aircraft would make 1 system? I could buy 1 data update then see the updated charts on all 3 displays?
Hello CATPart,

This question was answered, but it is so important that no one misunderstand this, that we thought we should elaborate a bit.

A G3X system, regardless of how many displays, receives a System ID from the configuration module installed in the backshell of the connector on PFD1.

When you register this system on FlyGarmin.com, you provide this single System ID and all database downloads are usable by every display in this system.

You load every new database into all the displays so that they have equal capability to perform in a reversionary mode, if needed, where they backup the other displays and provide both PFD and MFD functions including flight planning, navigation, moving map, and charts.

Please feel free to contact us directly if you have additional questions.

Thanks,
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Old 03-27-2013, 07:56 PM
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In reality there are two basic types of FD's, Single Cue (V-Bar) and Dual Cue (Crosshair)
So can you switch between these modes on the G3X?

And can you switch the HDG-bug to TRK mode? True and/or MAG?
Can this bug be repeated on the horizon to underlay the "Birdie"?

Thanks for your time answering.
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Old 03-27-2013, 08:06 PM
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So can you switch between these modes on the G3X?

And can you switch the HDG-bug to TRK mode? True and/or MAG?

Thanks for your time answering.
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Guten abend,

Although we haven't ruled out implementing a dual-cue flight director option in the future if we get enough requests, for now the G3X flight director is a single-cue implementation only.

You can change the HSI presentation from heading-up to track-up if you like, and you can also change the system-wide north reference between true heading and magnetic.

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Old 03-27-2013, 08:11 PM
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So can you switch between these modes on the G3X?

And can you switch the HDG-bug to TRK mode? True and/or MAG?
Can this bug be repeated on the horizon to underlay the "Birdie"?

Thanks for your time answering.
Greets from Germany.
Guten Tag! I may have presented my statement incorrectly as I didn't intend to imply that the G3x has both types of FD's (I don't think it does, but I don't know that for a fact). As far as I know the only EFIS that does both interchangeably in our market was the Cheltons, so I've only seen the single cur on the G3x.

As to the other questions, since I've not flown the new A/P I can't comment on that functionality so I'll leave that for someone more knowledgeable than me!

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Old 03-27-2013, 08:57 PM
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Any chance of Garmin producing a remote AoA display to use with this new equipment, that can be mounted on a glareshield?

John
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Old 03-27-2013, 10:52 PM
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Hello CATPart,

Garmin announced some really great new options and price reductions on database bundles last year.

The U.S. Mini bundle price is only $99 per year for all you can eat of AeroNav navigation data, obstacles, and terrain which is sufficient for most VFR pilots.

The U.S. Lite bundle is $249 per year and adds SafeTaxi (airport diagrams integrated into the moving map), AOPA or AC-U-Kwik Airport Directory, and FliteCharts for all your airport diagrams, IFR approach plates, etc...
You Garmin X guys are doing a great job! Including keeping database costs reasonable... now, can you just convince the Certified guys to do the same? For the G3X/ GTN 650 system I just bought and am now installing, the annual cost for the "standard" G3X/GTN package is $862, per the Garmin Aviation Database Price List website.

But, rather than argue about that price, how about some guidance as to what we G3X'ers really need? The "Lite" package is $499/yr, but doesn't include navigation. Well, isn't that the most important part of any update? What am I missing here? Or, what can I do without as far as GTN 650 updates and have instead with the G3X-only updates?

I suppose the main importance is whether or not we're using the 650 for IFR GPS purposes.

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Old 03-28-2013, 05:25 AM
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Any chance of Garmin producing a remote AoA display to use with this new equipment, that can be mounted on a glareshield?

John
Hello John,

Anything is possible and as you know we are dedicated to the experimental aviation market and developing new products and features as fast as we can.

You probably also know that we don't typically pre-announce our intentions to develop new products, so we can't comment on whether or not this is in development.

Like you, we recognize the value of AOA presentations near where the pilot is looking out the window and have made similar comments on here in the past.

Thanks,
Steve
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Old 03-28-2013, 07:23 AM
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Hi Matt:
Will you be at Sun'n Fun and if not, who will be the go-to person to ask about these products? I need a heated pitot to complete my IFR panel and I also want to talk to somebody about the GDL 39 in my airplane. I'm interested in how to incorporate an AOA indicator into my my 2-screen G3X.
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Old 03-28-2013, 07:27 AM
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One issue that I haven't seen adressed yet is electical power (although I may have missed it). [...]

What's the expected power consumption of a G3X system [...] ?
Here are some rough round numbers for current consumption, assuming a 14V electrical system:

GDU 37x displays - about 1 amp each
GEA 24 engine interface unit - half an amp or less
GSU 25 ADAHRS - about a quarter amp, including power supplied to GMU 22/44 magnetometer and GTP 59 OAT probe
GSA 28 autopilot servo - less than half an amp typical, about 1 amp maximum
GDL39R ADS-B receiver - less than half an amp typical
GTX 23ES Mode S remote transponder - less than 2 amps typical, a little over 3 amps maximum at full reply rate

More precise numbers will be in the system installation manual, but for a back of the envelope power budget this should be close enough to get you in the ballpark.

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