The Model 3000U Altitude serializer connects to the existing Mode C encoder in the aircraft. It converts the graycode into a decimal format and sends it to the GPS receiver using a serial connection. It will function with Trimble,Garmin 150, Northstar, and Apollo GPS receivers.
- Northstar has tested and approved the 3000U for use with its GPS receivers.
- Garmin has tested and approved the 3000U for use with its approach approved GPS receivers.
- Trimble Navigation has tested and approved the Model 3000U for use with its GPS aviation receivers.
- IIMorrow has tested and approved the Model 3000U for use with all of its GPS aviation receivers.
- Note: Please contact ICARUS if transponder is a Narco AT-50 or 50A. or a Wilcox 1014
| 3000U Specifications | |
| Weight: | 5 oz |
| Operating temperature: | -20C to +55C |
| Power requirements | 10 to 30 vdc at 20 ma. (must be fused) |
| Mounts in any orientation: | uses four screws |
| Converts altitude: | from -1200 feet to 62,000 feet |
| Impedance on all code lines | Greater than 100K input |
| Baud rate: | 9600/2400/1200 baud One reading per second |
| Data Format: | RS-422 balanced output and TTL output suitable for RS-232 |
| Protocols: | Trimble, Northstar, Garmin, and Apollo GPS receivers |
| Pin configuration: | P1 on unit DB15M, P2 on unit DB15M, P3 on unit DB9M |
| Size: | 4.2" by 3.00" by 1.00" |
Customer Support:
Steve Silverman: icarusinst@aol.com
Steve Bennett SteveB@icarusinstruments.com
Icarus Instruments Incorporated
7000 Carroll Ave., Suite 200,
Takoma Park MD 20912
Phone: (301)891-0600 Fax: (301)891-0666
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