Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product ClearNav Nielsen-Kellerman
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NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 3 of 86 Contents 1 Introduction .......................................................................................
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 4 of 86 2.1.10.1 USB Flash Drive .........................................................................................
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 5 of 86 3.1.3 On a RAM Mounting Arm ..............................................................................
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 6 of 86 4.2.2.7 Map Icon .....................................................................................................
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 7 of 86 5.1 Transfer Flight Logs from the ClearNav to the PC .....................................
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 8 of 86 6.1.9 Select the desire d Task Type ......................................................................
1 T m T 1 Intro d T hank you f o m any innov a • Movi o o o o o o o o o • IGC A • Final • Pow e • Easy T he hardwa r • Simp • Easy • Easy • Inno v.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 10 of 86 We hope you find the ClearNav useful and that it increases your enjoyment of the wonderful sport of soaring.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 11 of 86 How to Interpret the Basic Instructions Basic Instruct.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 12 of 86 sections but also incorporates several real world tutorials which should help you get the most out of your ClearNav.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 13 of 86 provided herein, no other warranties, expressed or .
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NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 15 of 86 2.1.1 ClearNav Display The ClearNav “Display” is much more than a display.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 16 of 86 into a hazy late afternoon sun. This increases battery drain, so the display is normally operated at its nominal luminance.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 17 of 86 2.1.4 Nexus Wiring Board The Nexus Wiring Board is used to connect a variety of accessories to th e ClearNav system.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 18 of 86 The back side of the Nexus Wiring Board in.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 19 of 86 When the ClearNav is mounted on a RAM moun.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 20 of 86 2.1.5 ClearNav In Panel Mounting Kit The ClearNav .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 21 of 86 problem because a USB Flash Drive can be used for transferring files through the panel mounted CAN/USB Extension cable.
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NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 23 of 86 2.1.7 ClearNav DB15 Extension The ClearNav DB15 Ex.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 24 of 86 2.1.8 GPS Antenna The ClearNav has a built ‐ in GPS engine but an external antenna is required.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 25 of 86 2.1.9 Panel Mounted CAN/USB Extension The Panel Mo.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 26 of 86 2.1.10.1 USB Flash Drive A USB Flash Drive is .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 27 of 86 2.1.10.2 Cambridge Aero Instruments 302 The Cambridge 302 is a great companion to the ClearNav.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 28 of 86 2.1.10.3 FLARM FLARM is a collision alert system that is popular in many countries outside the USA.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 29 of 86 The good news is that the ClearNav supports se.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 30 of 86 support multiple attributes for each waypoint. Description: http://data.naviter.si/docs/cup_format.pdf Example File: http://soaringweb.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 31 of 86 small down arrow near the top of the screen to go “down to US table of contents”.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 32 of 86 Documents / Waypoints” directory. That way you and other soaring pilots will know where to find it.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 33 of 86 3 Installation 3.1 ClearNav Display 3.1.1 On Front of Panel 3.1.2 Recessed into the Panel 3.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 34 of 86 4 User Interface 4.1 Remote Control The handheld r.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 35 of 86 4.1.1 Zoom In (+) Button The Zoom In (+) button is used to increase the zoom level of the moving map display.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 36 of 86 4.1.2 Zoom Out ( ) Button The Zoom Out ( ‐ ) button is used to decrease the zoom level of the moving map display.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 37 of 86 4.1.3 Menu Button The Menu button is used to toggle the Ribbon Menu on and off.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 38 of 86 4.1.4 Focus Button The Focus button is used to .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 39 of 86 4.1.6 Arrow Buttons The Arrow button s are used .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 40 of 86 4.2 Navigation Display (moving map, etc.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 41 of 86 4.2.1 Data at the Top of the Screen There are 3 data windows on the top of the moving map display.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 42 of 86 optimizing your glide angle.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 43 of 86 4.2.2 Ribbon Menu The Ribbon Menu is accessed by pressing the Menu button on the remote control.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 44 of 86 The Left and Right buttons are used to s.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 45 of 86 Press the Up button to increase the setting by 1. Hold the Up button to scroll the number up.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 46 of 86 will be oriented to match the view out the window.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 47 of 86 Window by pressing either the Select , Up or Down button.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 48 of 86 4.2.2.7 Map Icon The Map Icon is used to access the Show on Map Window .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 49 of 86 Map Data Display Examples • Airports • Airspace • Water • Culture (Cities, roads, etc.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 50 of 86 viewed out the window match the data displayed on the map. Others will prefer to turn off the Water data to reduce screen clutter.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 51 of 86 4.2.2.8 Simulator Icon The ClearNav Simulator is a great way to play with the ClearNav on the ground.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 52 of 86 4.2.2.9 Setup Menus (Brief Introduction) The Setup Menu Icon takes you to the Setup Menus.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 53 of 86 4.2.2.10 Ribbon Options Icon The Ribbon Options Icon is used to select which icons to display in the Ribbon Menu .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 54 of 86 4.2.3 Numerical Information Area (NIA) The Numeric Information Area ( NIA ) is found at the bottom of the moving map screen.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 55 of 86 4.2.3.1 MacCready Window The MacCready Window is found.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 56 of 86 Wind Display Options The Glide Wind and Measured Wind can be displayed in 2 ways.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 57 of 86 Press the Left and Right buttons to put the focus on the Glide Wind Window.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 58 of 86 Use the Up and Down buttons to move through the options in the Wind Set Window and select the button.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 59 of 86 number to display most of the time as you “outsmart” the airmass.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 60 of 86 Press the Up , Down or Select button and the Vario Display Options Window will appear.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 61 of 86 • “No Start” is displayed if no task has been started.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 62 of 86 the task. It is the Total Task Time If You Turn Here .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 63 of 86 Window – Action Tab will appear.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 64 of 86 need to press the Start Now button.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 65 of 86 important to remember that the Achieved Speed will.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 66 of 86 • Using Auto / Using Manual Button The Using .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 67 of 86 4.2.3.5 Altitude Window The Altitude Window or or is displayed in the lower right corner of the screen.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 68 of 86 To change the data displayed in the Altitude Window or to access the Alt.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 69 of 86 Activating the Selection Box (making it yellow) The Selection Box is highlighted with a yellow border when it is active.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 70 of 86 4.2.4.2 To View Data on a Nearby Turnpoint and .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 71 of 86 Press the Focus or button to return to the moving map.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 72 of 86 Use the Up , Down buttons to select “Mark Point” at the bottom of the list of turnpoints.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 73 of 86 The image above shows how a Mark Point looks on the map.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 74 of 86 Use the Right button to switch to the SUAs tab. Use the Up , Down buttons to move through the list of airspace sections.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 75 of 86 4.2.4.5 To Re Enable Airspace that has been Disabl.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 76 of 86 4.2.5 Glide Amoebae The Glide Amoebae (plural form .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 77 of 86 Example showing the Glide Amoebae in flat terrain In flat terrain the Glide Amoebae are simple circles that are offset by the wind.
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NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 79 of 86 4.2.6 MSL Altitude Glide Ring The MSL Altitude Gli.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 80 of 86 To access the settings for the MSL Glide Ring .
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 81 of 86 4.2.8 Airspace Warning Window 4.3 Using the map 4.3.1 Change Destination 4.3.1.1 Using the Waypoint List 4.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 82 of 86 You can then copy the files from your computer’s hard drive onto the USB Flash Drive.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 83 of 86 5.3.3 Transferring Firmware Files from the USB Fla.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 84 of 86 6 How To – Flying with the ClearNav 6.1 First Time Setup 6.1.1 Copy Waypoint and Airspace Files onto ClearNav 6.
NK ClearNav Manual • Version 0.5 • July 3, 2008 Page 85 of 86 6.2 A Typical Day at the Gliderport 6.2.1 Power up 6.2.2 Enter a task or two 6.
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