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LX9000 Version 2.6
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Basics
3.1 The LX9000 at a Glance
The instrument consists of two units; the LX9000 digital unit and the vario unit. Within the
LX9000 digital unit an integral 16-channel GPS receiver and a high brightness colour display
with 640 x 480 pixels are fitted. An integrated SD card or USB interface is used for user
friendly data exchange. The LX9000 is equipped with a built-in flight recorder according to
the most recent IGC specification for all flights. Optionally the FLARM collision avoidance
system can be integrated into the LX9000 digital unit.
The 57 mm diameter (2¼") LXNAV V5 vario unit is a modern designed variometer with its
own processor. It features an mechanical needle with colour display for additional data.
The unit communicates with the LX9000 digital unit over the RS485 system bus. Optionally
additional vario indicators and a wide range of interface devices can be daisy-chained using
the RS485 bus.
3.1.1
Display Unit Features
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Extremely bright 5.6" (14,3 cm) colour display readable in all sunlight conditions with
backlight automatically adapted using an ambient light sensor (ALS).
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Using Linux operating system (not CE Windows) ensures fast and stable operation of the
firmware.
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8 push buttons and 4 rotary switches (knobs) are used for input, which comprise the
well-known LX user interface. Optionally a remote stick is available for more comfort.
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Portrait or landscape orientation.
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Pre-loaded with worldwide terrain maps, airspace and airport databases.
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Unlimited number of way points.
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Unlimited number of tasks (with assigned area support).
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Comprehensive flight and task statistics.
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Display of nearest airports and out-landing fields.
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Unlimited number of pilots/profiles.
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Integrated flight recorder according to high-level IGC specification.
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