Operation Manual

V3 Version 1.0 November 2012
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3 Basics
3.1 LXNAV V3 at a Glance
LXNAV V3 is standalone digital vario meter with speed to fly function. The unit has standard
dimensions to fit into a glider panel - 57 mm diameter (2¼"). The unit has integrated high
precision digital pressure sensor, which are sampled more than 100 times per second. Data
is indicated with needle driven with stepper motor and displayed on 320*240 pixel, two-inch,
high brightness colour display. To adjust values and settings, LXNAV V3 has one rotary knob
combined with a push button.
3.1.1 LXNAV V3 Features
Extremely bright 2" (5 cm) colour display readable in all sunlight conditions with the
ability to adjust the backlight .
One rotary switch (knob) with push button function is used for input.
Pre-loaded polar database for almost all gliders.
Mechanical needle driven by stepper motor indicating vertical speed.
240x320 pixels colour screen for additional information such as average, speed to fly,
altitude ...
Many custom audio settings
100Hz sampling rate for very fast response.
Internal speaker
3.1.2 Interfaces
Serial RS232 interface