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    Oil Temp inconsistency

    Hi Rob,

    Using the AF2500. The oil temp does not display when the system comes on. Usually it comes on line after the thing warms up and is good for the rest of the flight.

    I've checked all...
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    EFIS/GPS auto pilot switch

    Hi Rob,

    Finalizing things for the panel. Do you recommend having an EFIS/GPS switch for the auto pilot?

    Thanks in advance.

    Darwin N. Barrie
    Chandler, AZ
  3. Thread: Charts question

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    You are "Da Man." Thanks for the quick reply.

    You are "Da Man." Thanks for the quick reply.
  4. Thread: Charts question

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    Charts question

    Hi Rob,

    Thanks for posting the amazing pictures on VAF. I have a couple of questions that I'm curious about that may be of benefit to others. I might be missing a couple of things even though I've...
  5. Thread: 5500 depth

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    Hi Bob, I was worried about the box size and...

    Hi Bob,

    I was worried about the box size and the sub panel. It is easy to make provisions for the harnesses. Tougher if the box is bigger. I'm using the Approach Systems hub and harnesses. The...
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    Perfectamundo!!! I was going to budget 5" of...

    Perfectamundo!!! I was going to budget 5" of space with connectors.

    Darwin
  7. Thread: 5500 depth

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    5500 depth

    Hi Guys,

    Can't find the depth of the 5500. Can you provide so I can see if one of the support ribs is in the way.

    Thanks,

    Darwin N. Barrie
    Chandler, AZ
  8. Thread: TruTrak Gemini

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    TruTrak Gemini

    A couple of us were talking the other day about the new TruTrak Gemini series of auto pilots and back up instruments.

    Will there be an Advanced Flight Systems version of the Gemini? Not that it...
  9. Thread: How about???

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    Trevor, Trevor, I know you are there:)) You've...

    Trevor, Trevor, I know you are there:)) You've answered several questions today but skillfully avoided this one. Go find Rob and get permission to let us know an answer to my question.

    Great job...
  10. Thread: How about???

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    How about???

    The 3400/3500 evolved into the 4500. Natural deal. Now we have the 5600 coming out with some great features but a large screen. However, it is not for everyone due to the size.

    So, how about the...
  11. Thread: Transponder

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    That sucks!!!!!

    That sucks!!!!!
  12. Thread: Transponder

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    Transponder

    Hey Guys,

    From a friend that attended Sun n Fun. He said the Sandia transponder module is/will be available shortly for the 5600 with direct control from the screen controls.

    Will this same...
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    That would be a great feature. Crossfill to the...

    That would be a great feature. Crossfill to the AFS. I'm going with the new Garmin 650 and I hope this could be a possibility to transfer the flight plan.
  14. Thread: 4500 w/ ADS-B

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    4500 w/ ADS-B

    Hi Rob,

    I watched your video and was a little confused. I know the effort was to compare ADS-B vs. XM and the differences were evident. You mention the traffic and said you wouldn't put in a 330S...
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    I'll see if I can post some pictures. Chris is my...

    I'll see if I can post some pictures. Chris is my next door neighbor at Stellar air park in Chandler, AZ (P19). His 7 is truly the nicest one in the World. He built it to sell (and it is sold to a...
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    Current weather information

    Hi Trevor,

    I'm a few months out from needing my 4500 screens. I'm doing a copy of Chris Sands incredible panel. I don't want any "added" components, like a 496 for weather and tunes.

    What is...
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    Approach Systems Hub

    Trevor,

    I'm considering using the Approach Systems wiring hub with a dual screen 4500 panel. I have the Pro G hub in my current plane and it greatly simplified the wiring.

    Do you know of...
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    Thanks Trevor, I guess I'll go ahead with the...

    Thanks Trevor,

    I guess I'll go ahead with the 4500's I've got the trays already and have laid out the panel. Looks good.

    On a second note, when will more weather detail be available on the...
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    4500 vs. 3500 features

    I'm building a RV7 slider. My intent was to install 2 4500's along the with the Vertical Power 200 and radio stack in the panel. After looking everything over, the 4500's are quite large.

    I would...
  20. Thread: OAT probe ins

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    OAT probe ins

    Installing OAT probe. Does the nylon washer go on the probe side or the nut side? It looks as if it could serve as an insulator.

    Thanks,

    Darwin N. Barrie
    Chandler, AZ
  21. Thread: New Products

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    New Products

    Okay Rob, enough rest, back to work. We were teased with a couple of photos of a new, larger screen. Give it up, what's the story?

    Is it a new product? Just a bigger screen? Availability? Is it a...
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    What did you use for your panel design? Looks...

    What did you use for your panel design? Looks good.

    Darwin N. Barrie
    Chandler, AZ
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    OAT/Magnetometers

    Hi Rob,

    I know I'm being a pain in the arse, but need to ask these question to eliminate delays in construction.

    1) I'm doing a dual screen AHRS. Do I need two magnetometers?

    2) Do I need...
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    Location

    Terry,

    Where are you going to mount these in your 7? I'll be mounting some soon too.

    Darwin N. Barrie
    Chandler, AZ
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