Reading through how I'll hook up a G5 to my GNS430W. Just wanted to run through what I've found so far and make sure I'm understanding correctly. I'm using two HDX displays as the primary driver for the 430W via an SV-429, the G5 will be my SHTF backup AI.
I'm thinking I'll just us the RS-232 input on the G5 to take one of the RS-232 WAAS outputs on the 430W. This will only provide WAAS GPS location in lieu of the internal antenna on the G5. Seems the simplest setup with the exception below.
IF I wanted further connectivity, like to drive a CDI on the G5, or drive OBS on the 430W, I'd need to use a GAD 29 if I understand right. My HDX(s) will be doing that via the SV-429, but I don't believe I can have both the HDX(s) AND the G5 driving the 430W. Or can I?
The dead simplest G5 install seems to be just plopping it in with no external inputs at all. The G5 install manual says you can omit hooking up the pitot/static lines but that this will disable autopilot functionality (and presumably any other air data, ASI, ALT...). Considering I'd like to set the BARO on only one device (HDX) this is somewhat appealing, but I don't think I'd want to give up the redundant functionality just for that.
Am I missing anything by just using the RS-232 and 430W as an external WAAS source? Considering my setup, is there a better way to hook up the G5? Thanks.
I'm thinking I'll just us the RS-232 input on the G5 to take one of the RS-232 WAAS outputs on the 430W. This will only provide WAAS GPS location in lieu of the internal antenna on the G5. Seems the simplest setup with the exception below.
IF I wanted further connectivity, like to drive a CDI on the G5, or drive OBS on the 430W, I'd need to use a GAD 29 if I understand right. My HDX(s) will be doing that via the SV-429, but I don't believe I can have both the HDX(s) AND the G5 driving the 430W. Or can I?
The dead simplest G5 install seems to be just plopping it in with no external inputs at all. The G5 install manual says you can omit hooking up the pitot/static lines but that this will disable autopilot functionality (and presumably any other air data, ASI, ALT...). Considering I'd like to set the BARO on only one device (HDX) this is somewhat appealing, but I don't think I'd want to give up the redundant functionality just for that.
Am I missing anything by just using the RS-232 and 430W as an external WAAS source? Considering my setup, is there a better way to hook up the G5? Thanks.