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  • Page 1 PILOT’S GUIDE...
  • Page 2 Copyright Information Stratus 3i Pilot’s Guide, © 2018-21 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 informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by the manufacturer.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connecting to Stratus 3i ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9 Adjusting Receiver Settings�������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 Calibrating Stratus 3i ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 10 Using AHRS�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 11 Using Stratus 3i with ForeFlight Mobile �������������������������������������������������� 12 Viewing ADS-B Traffic ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 13 Updating Firmware ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 15 Resetting to Factory Settings ����������������������������������������������������������������� 15...
  • Page 4: Warnings

    • Stratus 3i does not contain a battery, unlike other Stratus portable receivers� Do not rely on Stratus 3i to be a backup AHRS in the event of aircraft power loss� Weather •...
  • Page 5: Quick Start Instructions

    NOTE: When Stratus 3i is connected to the power cable, it will automatically power on when aircraft power is applied� 1� Connect your tablet or phone to the Stratus 3i Wi-Fi network from the Settings menu� 2� If you’re flying with an app other than Stratus Insight, ForeFlight Mobile, or Stratus Horizon Pro, enable Open ADS-B mode in Stratus Horizon Pro.
  • Page 6: About Stratus 3I

    About Stratus 3i Stratus 3i is a portable receiver that works with Stratus Insight, Stratus Horizon Pro, ForeFlight Mobile, and other compatible flight apps. It provides pilots with subscription-free in-flight weather and traffic and is a source of accurate WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) GPS position�...
  • Page 7: Product Registration

    Vision, pressure altitude, and flight data recording. For more information about Stratus Insight, refer to the Stratus Insight Pilot’s Guide� For a list of other compatible flight apps, visit stratusbyappareo�com/ stratus-3-compatible-apps� NOTE: You must download Stratus Horizon Pro to apply Stratus 3i firmware updates and enable open ADS-B mode.
  • Page 8: Extending Ipad Battery Life

    All LED indicators will briefly illuminate red and then green as the receiver powers on and auto-calibrates� If Stratus 3i is moved after being powered on, it must be re-calibrated in Stratus Horizon Pro or ForeFlight Mobile.
  • Page 9: Reading Led Indicators

    Reading LED Indicators Label LED Color LED Status Meaning Green Solid 3-D GPS lock achieved� Yellow Flashing No GPS lock, searching for signal� Receiver is powered off� Green Flashing Receiver is powered on and operational� Power No external power is being received; receiver is powered off�...
  • Page 10 Label LED Color LED Status Meaning Briefly red Solid Receiver is powering on and calibrating� then green Built-in-test failure� Contact your original Flashing retailer for assistance� Flashing Installing firmware update. Yellow Solid Applying firmware update. indicators Solid for two Firmware update complete� seconds Green Off for five...
  • Page 11: Connecting To Stratus 3I

    Connecting to Stratus 3i Your tablet or phone must be connected to the Stratus Wi-Fi network (not Bluetooth) for the receiver to communicate with the app� Multiple devices in the cockpit may be connected to the receiver at the same time�...
  • Page 12: Adjusting Receiver Settings

    Devices� Tap the Stratus Connected box� Calibrating Stratus 3i Stratus 3i is automatically calibrated to its mounting position a few seconds after being powered on� If your aircraft isn’t straight and level, the alignment can be manually...
  • Page 13: Using Ahrs

    Using AHRS Stratus 3i can be used for backup AHRS (attitude, heading, and reference system) in Stratus Insight, Stratus Horizon Pro, or ForeFlight Mobile to enhance situational awareness� For the most accurate AHRS information, ensure that the receiver is mounted parallel with the centerline of the aircraft running front to back, and the arrow on the bottom of the receiver points in the direction of flight.
  • Page 14: Using Stratus 3I With Foreflight Mobile

    Flights can be exported from the app and viewed in Stratus Insight or ForeFlight Mobile� About 20 hours of data can be stored in Stratus 3i’s built-in memory� Pressure Altitude Sensing Stratus 3i has a pressure altitude sensor that sends uncorrected barometric pressure information to your app�...
  • Page 15: Viewing Ads-B Traffic

    Air-to-Air Traffic Stratus 3i will only receive air-to-air broadcasts from other aircraft if they are ADS-B Out equipped and within range of the receiver. Air traffic that is not equipped with a UAT ADS-B Out or Mode S Extended Squitter transmitter will not be detected by the receiver air-to-air�...
  • Page 16 “see- and-avoid” procedures� Stratus 3i is not an active traffic interrogation system or ADS-B Out device� NOTE: Stratus 3i is not likely to receive weather or rebroadcast traffic information on the ground because ADS-B information is broadcast by ground stations�...
  • Page 17: Updating Firmware

    When the factory reset is complete, all of the LED indicators change from green to yellow to green� The factory reset auto-calibrates Stratus 3i and reconfigures it to its default settings. If you’re flying with an app other than Stratus Insight, ForeFlight Mobile, or Stratus Horizon Pro, re-enable Open ADS-B mode in Stratus Horizon Pro.
  • Page 18 FCC Declaration This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC limits for Class B digital devices� This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications� Furthermore, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation�...
  • Page 19 Servicing Stratus 3i is not field-serviceable. If you believe your receiver requires repair or maintenance, contact the retailer you purchased your receiver from for further instruction. Repairs made outside of a Stratus-approved repair center could void the warranty and may result in further damage to the device.
  • Page 20 Support For product support, contact your dealer or original retailer. Appareo support@appareo.com stratusbyappareo.com/support FAQs & Troubleshooting Answers to frequently asked questions and troubleshooting are found at stratusbyappareo.com/receiver-faqs.

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