...and add more capability!
We are pleased to announce this new product to complement our existing G3X Touch lineup! A summary of key characteristics and features are included below. For additional details, see the updated Rev V installation manual which can be downloaded here. The GAD 27 is available today (stocked and ready to ship!) with an advertised price of $499!
The GAD 27 is a small, lightweight, solid-state controller that replaces multiple adapter modules, simplifying your installation while giving you added capabilities and control through integration with your G3X Touch system, all while providing cost savings over multiple individual adapter modules. Key features include:
Below are some examples of the on screen setup for external lights, the flap controller and interior lighting. As usual, if you have any questions, please reach out to your Garmin dealer, or contact us directly using the information in our signature below.
Thanks,
Brian
We are pleased to announce this new product to complement our existing G3X Touch lineup! A summary of key characteristics and features are included below. For additional details, see the updated Rev V installation manual which can be downloaded here. The GAD 27 is available today (stocked and ready to ship!) with an advertised price of $499!
The GAD 27 is a small, lightweight, solid-state controller that replaces multiple adapter modules, simplifying your installation while giving you added capabilities and control through integration with your G3X Touch system, all while providing cost savings over multiple individual adapter modules. Key features include:
- Programmable Flap Controller - Discrete flap positions are easily programmed from the G3X Touch display to conveniently control the flap motor and to automatically drive the flaps to pre-programmed positions based on pilot input. Additionally, with airspeed inhibit, the system also helps protect the airframe by preventing inadvertent flap deployment at high airspeeds.
- Programmable Lighting Circuits - The addition of one to three dimmer knobs provide input to the GAD 27 and can be mapped to any of the six configurable lighting circuits, offering additional lighting options when configuring a G3X Touch installation. Pilots may assign specific dimming functions to individual knobs, which are all programmed on the G3X Touch display. Preset lighting options, including avionics lights, map lights, interior light circuits and more, are all pilot-configurable for installation and operational convenience.
- Wig-Wag Lights - For added visibility in-flight, the GAD 27 provides configuration of the landing and taxi lighting system via the G3X Touch flight display. Compatible with all light installations including HID and LED, the GAD 27 offers optional control to alternately flash up to two lights, commonly referred to as “wig-wag” lighting, which can be switch activated or automatically turned on/off based on airspeed. Pilots may also configure a warm-up time before starting the wig-wag function to protect lamps that require a warm-up period.
- Voltage Stabilizer - Essential avionics receive stable power during engine start without the need for a back-up battery when integrating the GAD 27 adapter into a new or existing avionics installation. Sufficient power is provided to operate a single G3X Touch display, ADAHRS module and engine interface module with probes.
- Aircraft Trim Switch Mixing - The GAD 27 accepts trim switch inputs from both the pilot and co-pilot controls to provide trim mixing capability. Switches used on the pilot/co-pilot controls are connected to simple discrete inputs and no longer supply trim motor power or control relays. Additionally, the GAD 27 can provide direct drive of the trim motors if there is not a GSA 28 servo installed (NOTE: If GSA 28 servos are installed with the GAD 27, trim switch inputs will be connected to the GAD 27 and trim motor drive will be provided by the servo).
- Additional Discrete Inputs – The GAD 27 expands on the 4 discrete inputs available with the GEA 24 engine/airframe interface adapter. Now with the GAD 27, 9 more configurable discrete inputs are available in the G3X Touch system for monitoring additional systems.
Below are some examples of the on screen setup for external lights, the flap controller and interior lighting. As usual, if you have any questions, please reach out to your Garmin dealer, or contact us directly using the information in our signature below.
Thanks,
Brian
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