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- Page 1 Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual TRX-2000 ADS-B Trafficmonitor User Manual Installation Manual © 2011 - Garrecht Avionik GmbH, 55411 Bingen/Germany Revision: 1.0b 19 DEC 2011...
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Page 2: Record Of Revisions
Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual Record of Revisions Always keep this page in front of this document. Inserted Date Revision Pages Description of Change 30 MAR 2011 released 19 DEC 2011 1.0b English Translation revised (courtesy to Steve... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
4.4.1. FLARM®- and ADS-B out targets......................29 4.4.2. Mode-S targets without ADS-B out....................... 29 4.5. Obstacle warnings............................30 5. Firmware updates (FLARM + TRX-2000) via mircoSD-Card ................31 5.1. Step by step instruction..........................32 5.1.1. General information about required files ....................32 5.1.2. -
Page 4: Preface
Many thanks for purchasing the TRX-2000 traffic monitor. The TRX-2000 is a panel mounted system combining a high performance ADS-B receiver and a color LCD for displaying the traffic situation. It has been designed either to be connected to an external FLARM(R) or comes with an integral FLARM(R) module. -
Page 5: Unpacking The Unit
GPS antenna (units with integral FLARM® module only) • This manual If one or more parts are missing, please contact your supplier of the TRX-2000. Required parts for proper operation • Units without integral FLARM®: Original FLARM® or 3rd party licenced FLARM®... -
Page 6: Important Information About Integral Flarm® Module
User Manual Important Information about integral FLARM® module The TRX-2000 can be equipped with a FLARM® module optionally. FLARM is a very popular collision avoidance system for general aviation and gliders, which is installed in over 17.000 aircraft worldwide. FLARM® features at a glance: •... -
Page 7: Principles
TRX-2000 contains a sensitive 1090 MHz receivers with complex signal processing unit. Transponder signals broadcasted by other aircraft are received, processed and decoded. Data from a connected or integral FLARM® will be extended by the data received from the TRX-2000 ADS-B receiver and indicated on the system LCD display. - Page 8 Before the first time connection of the TRX-1090 to your PC , the TRX- Tool needs to be installed properly! In some cases, the output power of the PC USB port might be insufficient for powering the TRX-2000 and the system must be powered via an external power supply. Revision: 1.0b...
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Page 9: Output Of Position Data And Warnings
The TRX-2000 provides collision warnings and warnings to prevent dangerous situations 1.2.1. Position data: The TRX-2000 determines position data of other aircraft and provides position data to the system LCD or connected displays, if the position is within the configured horizontal and vertical range. -
Page 10: Warnings
The protection volume is defined as a cylindric volume around the own position. Radius and height of the Cylinder can be configured using the TRX-Tool. The TRX-2000 generates a warning, if an aircraft violates the defined protection volume (if falling below the vertical AND horizontal limits) 2. -
Page 11: Transponder Signals, Flarm® Signals And System Behaviour
Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual 1.3. Transponder signals, FLARM® signals and system behaviour Different transponder signals (ADS-B, Mode-S Replies, Mode-S Squitters) result in different system reaction. The table below shows the different signals and the related reactions. -
Page 12: Limits Of The Systems
Garrecht Avionik GmbH. Garrecht avionics GmbH assumes no liability for any direct or indirect damage to human and material arising from the use of the TRX-2000, unless grossly negligent or intentional acts of Garrecht avionics GmbH is demonstrated. -
Page 13: Aircraft Installation
(transponder antenna) is not possible. The TRX-2000 provides all data interfaces via four RJ-45 connectors on the backside of the device. To prevent noise in the radio, the use of shielded lines is strongly recommended. 2.2. Panel installation The unit has been designed for panel mount installation (58mm panel cut out). -
Page 14: Antenna Installation
Whenever possible, use the supplied λ/4 - 1090 MHz stub antenne (shorter antenna) for installation on the instrument panel cover. An appropriate groundplane is supplied with the TRX-2000 as well as nuts for antenna installation and antenna line for connecting the antenna to the TRX-2000 Revision: 1.0b... -
Page 15: Flarm Tx/Rx Antenna (Devices With Integral Flarm® Module Only)
2.3.4. FLARM TX/RX Antenna (devices with integral FLARM® module only) A λ/4 - 868 MHz stub antenna (longer antenna) is supplied with the TRX-2000. All instructions for ADS- B 1090 MHz antennas shown above are mandatory for this antenna as well. -
Page 16: Wiring (Power Supply And Data)
User Manual 2.4. Wiring (power supply and data) The TRX-2000 provides a mini-USB , four RJ-45 jacks and an SMA jack for electrical, data and RF connectivity. If the unit is equipped with an internal FLARM® module, two additional RF connectors (type MCX) are provided for FLARM®- and GPS antenna. -
Page 17: Data Interfaces (Port-1 To Port-4)
User Manual 2.4.2. Data interfaces (Port-1 to Port-4) The rear side of the TRX-2000 provides four data interfaces (Port-1 to Port-4). Each port can be configured using the TRX-TOOL PC software If using standard patchkabel, be sure to use 1:1 cable. - Page 18 Orange Orange-white It is recommended to power the TRX-2000 via port 1. Use the NMEA data provided on port 1 to feed your Mode-S transponder for ADS-B out purposes. The baudrate can be set up using the TRX-Tool. To prevent injury on the TRX-2000 and/or connected devices, always check the pinout of the used connection cable.
- Page 19 3,3V Supply for external displays TX 2 / TX 3 RX 2 / RX 3 Connect existing CDTI to port 2 or port 3. 3.3V DC power will be supplied by the TRX-2000 Default settings port 2 and port 3: Port 2:...
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Page 20: Audio Interface
A small speaker can be connected directly to this interface. If the cockpit noise level is to high and if using a headset, connecting the audio signal of the TRX-2000 to a audio panel or Line-in interface of a radio or intercom is requried. -
Page 21: Operation
3.1.1. microSD Card Slot The TRX-2000 provides a microSD card slot for updating TRX-2000 firmware, FLARM® firmware and FLARMNEt database. Pay attention for correct insertion of the microSD card. Card labeling must show upwards. Wrong orientation may cause damages to the microSD card socket. - Page 22 2) TRX-2000 devices with integral FLARM® module only If the inserted memory card is an SDHC type or it is formatted with a FAT32 filesystem, the TRX-2000 does not start, as the FLARM® does not accept memory cards > 2GB (this information is applicable to all FLARM®...
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Page 23: Double Shaft Rotary Encoder
Additional to the LCD screen, the TRX-2000 provides a double shaft rotary encoder for user input. The inner (smaller) knobs provides push button capability. The double shaft rotary encoder is the main user input device. The following chapters decribe the system functions step by step. -
Page 24: Switching On And Off
TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual 3.2. Switching on and off Pressing the inner knob of the rotary encoders shortly switches on the TRX-2000. The LCD backlight flashes after powering up the device. Then the following screen appears. Startup screen TRX-2000... -
Page 25: System Configuration
User Manual 3.3. System configuration Configuring the TRX-2000 via the human machine interface requires external power. Some settings (i.e. port configuration can be performed using the TRX-TOOL PC software only. A portable PC / Notebook with installed TRX-TOOL is required General notes for navigation through the menu and setting up parameters: 1. -
Page 26: Traffic Indication
Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual 4. Traffic indication Depending on the traffic situation, the system screen shows the different screens shown below: No traffic in defined receiving range. FLARM® status and UTC time is indicated. Status display w/o traffic ADS-B Traffic within the defined receiving range or received FLARM®... -
Page 27: Radar View
Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual 4.1. Radar view Additional information of the selected target (aircraft) are indicated as hown below: Screen symbols Definition Thermaling aircraft within the receiving range Cruising aircraft are indicated as arrow shape symbol. The arrowhead indicated the flight direction. -
Page 28: List View
Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual 4.2. List view The TRX-2000 provides a list view of all aircraft within the receiving range, sorted by distance. Numeric information of • current altitude difference [m] • horizontal Distance [km] •... -
Page 29: Traffic Warning
User Manual 4.4. Traffic warning 4.4.1. FLARM®- and ADS-B out targets The TRX-2000 detects dangerous situations, caused by FLARM® or ADS-B out equipped aircaft crossing the own predicted flightpath. Warnings are provided visual as shown below. Collision warning One FLARM® or ADS-B out equipped aircraft in 10 o'... -
Page 30: Obstacle Warnings
European Alps area. More than 35.000 coordinates of 11.000 ground installed obstacles are stored in the database. Updates of the obstacle database need to be performed via microSD card of the TRX-2000. The obstacle database is under sole control of FLARM Technology GmbH. Garrecht Avionik GmbH does not take any responsibility for the data provided In this database. -
Page 31: Firmware Updates (Flarm + Trx-2000) Via Mircosd-Card
5. Firmware updates (FLARM + TRX-2000) via mircoSD-Card The integral FLARM® module requires the same update procedures and interval as an original FLARM® system. In the same step, the TRX-2000 Firmware and the FLARM-Net file should be updatet to the newest release. -
Page 32: Step By Step Instruction
5.1.3. Performe the update process 1. Switch of the TRX-2000 and disconnect the external power supply 2. Insert and lock the prepared microSD card into the microSD card slot of the TRX-2000 3. Re-establish external power supply and switch on the TRX-2000 4. -
Page 33: Pc Software Trx-Tool
3. Start the installation by double clicking the downloaded file. 4. Follow the instructions of the installer 5. Connect the TRX-2000 to the USB port of your PC to complete the USB / FTDI driver installation and follow the instructions shown in the dialogs 6. -
Page 34: Software And Firmware Release
Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual TRX-Tool main window (no TRX connected) 6.2. Software and firmware release The title bar of the TRX-TOOL shows software release of the TRX-Tool (1.11) and integrated firmware release for the connected TRX device (020). -
Page 35: Device Configuration
Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual 6.4. Device configuration TRX-Tool main window (TRX device connected) Type: Detected TRX device Firmware: Reports firmware release of connected TRX device Status: Reports the connection status If status is COMM ERROR, either the USB drivers are installed inproperly, no external power is supplied to the TRX device or the system is switched off. - Page 36 Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual ICAO Mode-S Adresse Enter your own 24 Bit ICAO Mode-S adress to suppress warnings from own transponder Protection volume If falling below BOTH values, a warning will be generated to indicate dangerous situation in case of change the flight direction.
- Page 37 Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual Configuration Port 2 This port can be configured for connecting FLARM basic (LED) displays or Flarm extended devices (such as Butterfly). Connected equipment: Preconfigures setttings depending on the choosen display type. Depending on...
- Page 38 Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual Configuration Port 3 This port can be used for connecting Flarm basic or extended displays (see port-2 ) as well as for connecting display devices with GARMIN TIS compatible interface Anschlußnutzung Konfiguration des gewünschten...
- Page 39 Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual Configuration Port 4 This port is configured as FLARM I/O port. No change of settings are possible. Note: A TRX device configures a connected external FLARM® device to a 19.200 bps.
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Page 40: Check List Installation And Konfiguration
TRX-2000 manual read and unterstood completely. TRX-2000 configured (i.e. protection volume, port configuration) 24 Bit Mode-S aircraft adress entered in the TRX-2000 aircraft (only required, if the aircraft is Mode-S equipped) Device installed in suitable position. Connection to external displays established and tested... -
Page 41: Specifications Trx-2000
Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual 8. Specifications TRX-2000 Dimensions 61,5 x 61,5 x 131mm (WxHxD) Mass 0.3 kg Supply Voltage 9 - 16 V DC Output voltage for external displays 3.3 V, max. 0.5A Current consumption Appr. -
Page 42: Installation Schematic Diagram
Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual 9. Installation schematic diagram Revision: 1.0b 19 DEC 2011... -
Page 43: Dimensions
Garrecht Avionik GmbH TRX-2000 ADS-B Traffic Monitor User Manual 10. Dimensions Revision: 1.0b 19 DEC 2011...
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