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  • Page 1 eneration PILOT’S GUIDE...

  • Page 2: Copyright Information

    COPYRIGHT INFORMATION Stratus Second Generation Pilot’s Guide, © 2012 - 2014 Appareo Systems, LLC. All Rights Reserved. All content within is copyrighted by Appareo Systems, LLC and may not be reprinted without permission. The content of this guide is furnished for information use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by the manufacturer.

  • Page 3: Quick Start Instructions

    2nd Generation QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS 1. Charge Stratus’s battery to 100% using the Stratus wall charger. 2. Place snap-in mount on glare shield or install suction cup mount. 3. Place Stratus in mount. 4. Power on Stratus by pressing the power button. 5.
  • Page 4 ABOUT STRATUS Stratus is a portable, battery-operated receiver that works in conjunction with the ForeFlight Mobile app. It provides pilots with free in-flight weather and traffic and is a source of accurate GPS WAAS position. Stratus receives Automatic Dependent Surveillance - Broadcast (ADS-B) weather information (FIS-B), traffic information (TIS-B), and other related data and broadcasts it to ForeFlight Mobile via a WiFi network.

  • Page 5: Product Registration

    PRODUCT REGISTRATION Your Stratus will automatically be registered with the retailer at the time of purchase – you do not need to perform additional steps to activate the warranty. The Stratus Limited Warranty is valid one year after your device is shipped from the retailer and is non-transferable. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Visit www.sportys.com/stratus or www.appareo.com/stratus for a list of compatible Stratus accessories, including mounts, external antennas, and...

  • Page 6: Charging The Battery

    CHARGING THE BATTERY Fully charge Stratus’s battery prior to first use. To charge the battery: 1. Insert the USB plug of the charging cord into the wall charger’s port. 2. Plug the micro USB plug into Stratus’s charging port, as shown in the graphic on page 5.

  • Page 7: Using Battery Power

    USING BATTERY POWER If Stratus is not connected to an external power adapter, such as a wall charger or vehicle power adapter, it will automatically draw power from its internal battery. POWER OPTION SETTINGS You may select how Stratus is powered on: automatically whenever the device receives power, or only when the power button is pushed.
  • Page 8 PLACING STRATUS IN AIRCRAFT The snap-in mount secures Stratus to its mounting location during flight. To place the mount in the aircraft: 1. Remove the protector sheet from the gel base of the snap-in mount. 2. Place the gel base of the snap-in mount onto the aircraft’s glare shield. Stratus should be mounted perpendicular to the back of the aircraft to ensure accurate AHRS data.
  • Page 9 To remove Stratus from the mount: 1. Gently bend the shorter arm of the mount’s cradle away from Stratus. 2. Remove Stratus from the snap-in mount. Store Stratus in its carrying bag to protect it when it is not in use. If the gel base that surrounds the snap-mount loses its adhesiveness over time, remove the gel base from the mount and wash with water and a gentle soap.

  • Page 10: About External Antennas

    ABOUT EXTERNAL ANTENNAS Stratus contains internal GPS and ADS-B antennas; however, external GPS and ADS-B antennas are also available from your Stratus retailer. These antennas may improve Stratus’s reception quality and provide more mounting options for Stratus. PLACING EXTERNAL ANTENNAS IN AIRCRAFT Place the external ADS-B antenna in a location of your aircraft that provides an unobstructed view of the ground (ADS-B towers).

  • Page 11: Connecting An External Antenna

    CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL ANTENNA The ports labeled “GPS” and “ADS-B” on the side of Stratus are for connecting external antennas. To connect Stratus to an external antenna, insert the external antenna cable connector into the respective Stratus port and use the suction cups included with the external antenna to place the antenna in its mounting location.

  • Page 12: Led Indicator Status

    LED INDICATOR STATUS Label Color Condition Indicated Green 3-D lock Yellow 2-D lock GPS signal Yellow flashing No lock, searching for signal Stratus is powered off If connected to external power, battery is at 100% charge Green If not connected to external power, battery is at 20% to 100% charge If connected to external power, battery is charging Yellow*...
  • Page 13 Label Color Condition Indicated ADS-B FIS-B signal has been received in the past Green three seconds ADS-B signal ADS-B FIS-B signal has not been received in the past three seconds Briefly red and then Stratus is powering on green Red flashing Built-in-Test failure.
  • Page 14 CONNECTING TO AN AVIATION APP Your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch must be connected to the Stratus wireless network for Stratus to communicate with ForeFlight Mobile or Stratus Horizon. All iOS devices in the cockpit may be connected to Stratus simultaneously. 1.
  • Page 15 ABOUT AHRS ForeFlight Mobile users can use Stratus for backup AHRS (altitude, heading, and reference system) to enhance situational awareness. For the most accurate AHRS information, ensure Stratus is mounted parallel with the centerline of the aircraft and the logo and LEDs on the device should face the back.
  • Page 16 STRATUS STATUS PAGE Once Stratus is connected to ForeFlight Mobile or Stratus Horizon, you may view information about your device and adjust settings via the Stratus Status page in the app. To access the Stratus Status page in ForeFlight Mobile, tap Devices while in the More view. Then tap the “Stratus, Connected”...
  • Page 17 ABOUT ADS-B WEATHER Stratus receives ADS-B weather data and relays this information to ForeFlight Mobile. The table below lists the weather information that is available from ADS-B broadcasts. See the FAA’s Aeronautical Information Manual, Section 7.1.11 for more information. Product Range Broadcast intervals National Radar Update...
  • Page 18 ABOUT ADS-B TRAFFIC Stratus receives UAT and 1090 ES traffic information from ADS-B ground towers and ADS-B transmitter-equipped (ADS-B “Out”) aircraft and relays it to ForeFlight Mobile. If air traffic is detected by Stratus, it will display in ForeFlight Mobile relative to your aircraft.
  • Page 19 The FAA can rebroadcast traffic information about aircraft equipped with the following transponder types: Mode C, Mode S, Mode ES, and UAT. Mode A transponders and primary radar targets detected by the FAA are not included in rebroadcasted traffic reports. Since not all aircraft are ADS-B Out equipped and not all traffic is rebroadcast, the use of Stratus does not preclude pilots from having to perform see-and-avoid procedures.

  • Page 20: Updating Firmware

    UPDATING FIRMWARE Occasionally, Stratus firmware updates will be released. These updates may activate new capabilities or address known issues. If a firmware update is available, it will be sent to your iOS device as an update to ForeFlight Mobile in the App Store. You may be notified of an update to ForeFlight Mobile via an update badge, push notification, or banner, depending on your iOS device’s Notification settings.
  • Page 21 WARNINGS Data • Stratus is an ADS-B In only product and does not satisfy the FAA’s 2020 ADS-B Out requirement. • Use of personal electronic devices while in-flight may pose a safety hazard. Use of Stratus on an operating aircraft is subject to approval by the Pilot in Command.
  • Page 22 Battery • Do not store Stratus in environments where temperatures exceed 45°C (113°F) or are lower than -20°C (-4°F). Do not operate Stratus in environments where temperatures exceed 35°C (95°F) or are lower than 0°C (32°F) Battery performance will be negatively affected if these temperature thresholds are exceeded.

  • Page 23: Warranty

    RESETTING TO FACTORY SETTINGS To return Stratus to its default factory settings, press and hold the power button for 30 seconds while the device is on. Once the factory reset is complete, all of the LED indicators will cycle from green to yellow to green. The factory reset will change the LED dimming and power mode settings back to default.
  • Page 24 SUPPORT Sporty’s 513-735-9000 stratus@sportys.com www.sportys.com/stratus Appareo Systems support@appareo.com www.appareo.com/stratus ForeFlight team@foreflight.com www.foreflight.com/stratus FAQs Answers to your frequently asked questions and a map of current national ADS-B coverage may be found on any of our websites.

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