[simpits-tech] VOR Resolver to FS2002 question

[Gene Buckle]

BTW, it just dawned on me I didn't refer to what I was describing.  It's
called a digital to synchro converter and will translate a synchro
position to a BCD value and vice-versa. :)

g.


On Thu, 7 Feb 2002, Gene Buckle wrote:

> Chances are they're using a 400Hz AC synchro resolver right?  Well the
> only place I've ever found one for "cheap" comes in an 18 pin chip.  The
> part is easy to use, but the per unit cost is over $900.00.  That makes it
> instantly impractical for the hobbiest. :)  
> 
> The Gray Encoder is the easiest way to perform the same job.
> 
> g.
> 
> 
> On Wed, 7 Feb 2001, Ken Trager wrote:
> 
> > Gene
> > 
> > Yes that is a way of doing it but why can I not read the resolver position and
> > use it as a ref.
> > to where the OBC disc is it? This is how they do it in the real thing. But
> > your idea
> > is looking better then everything so far.
> > 
> > i pulled up a few data sheets about what you are talking about from US Digit
> > and they even
> > made a interface box for the computer for their encoders.
> > 
> > Again Thank you Gene
> > 
> > Ken Trager
> > kenamt@bellsouth.net
> > 
> > 
> > > Ken, you're going to need to know what the position of the OBS ring is
> > > even after a power cycle.  The only way to really do this is with
> > > something known as a "Gray Encoder".  It's also known as an "absolute
> > > optical encoder".
> > 
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