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Subject: New Cockpit Computer
Hello All:
I have just returned from a trip to Boston to sign a licensing agreement
with Northstar Technologies for them to manufacture the Cockpit Computer,
code named "Junior", that we designed. This device is the next step in the
electronic cockpit.
Junior has the power and functionality of a desktop workstation (200 MHz
MMX) but is only 7.75 x 5.32 x 1.8 inches and 3.25 Lbs. It allows you to
display, from CD-ROM or hard drive; charts, maps, approach plates (all
moving map) and other graphical information in the cockpit on a 6.4 inch,
600 x 800, color active matrix, sunlight readable display. A quick connect
mount lets you take the system with you and a desk stand option means you
can use it instead of a laptop. (For comparison, the Avadyne MFD uses a 486
DX4-100 processor, has a 240 x 320 resolution display (less than 1/6th the
resolution of Junior) and has to stay in the plane.)
As a pilot and Lancair builder I have always wanted a device like this.
Best of all, for IFR pilots, NO MORE PAPER UPDATES! Instead you will get a
new CD from Jeppesen and throw the old one away.
Northstar will begin production immediately and will formally introduce it
around SnF (April '99). Pricing has not been set but will be competitive.
Northstar will have information soon at their web site
(http://www.northstarcmc.com <http://www.northstarcmc.com> ) or you can
visit our site at http://www.regandesigns.com <http://www.regandesigns.com>
and go to the products and projects page.
Regards
Gerry
Bldr No 384
Gerry Holland
Intranet Solutions Inc.
gnh@ddsc.demon.co.uk
gerry.holland@intranetsol.com
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