Avidyne EX500 Users Get More XM WX Products And Convenient Memory Stick Updates With Software Release 3.0

During the ongoing 2007 AEA Convention, Avidyne Corporation introduced their Release 3.0 software upgrade for EX500 multifunction displays (MFDs). Release 3.0 expands the range of XM WX Satellite Weather data displayed and simplifies database updates with USB memory stick support. Release 3.0 is part of Avidyne’s ongoing commitment to enhance its products through software updates.

EX500 MFDs now can display XM WX Storm Tracks, Hail Alerts, TAFs, Winds Aloft and Freezing Levels. USB memory stick support simplifies Jeppesen NavData and Avidyne CMax™ Jeppesen JeppView approach chart updates. Release 3.0 also prevents XM WX service disruption inadvertently caused by XM de-activation signals.

In addition, all new EX500 units shipping with Release 3.0 software will be available in a choice of the existing black bezels or new gray bezels depending on aircraft owner preference.

“EX500 owners will appreciate the expanded range of in-flight weather information available with Release 3.0, as well as the convenient memory stick updating,” said Jamie, Luster, director of aftermarket sales. “Release 3.0 makes an already highly intuitive situational awareness display even more capable. With moving map, flight plan, weather, traffic, lightning, terrain and approach chart display, the EX500 is a tremendously valuable addition to any GA cockpit.”

All new Avidyne EX500 units are expected to begin shipping with Release 3.0 software in the second quarter of  2007 pending final certification.

Release 3.0 software upgrades are priced at $345 and will be available at the same time to current EX500 MFD owners. Avidyne MFDs are field upgradeable through Avidyne authorized service centers.

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