S-TEC ST360 - Introduction

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INTRODUCTION
The Altitude/Vertical Speed Selector/Alerter, hereafter referred to as
Altitude Selector/Alerter, allows the pilot to preselect altitude and verti-
cal speed. In addition to these basic functions, the selector provides an
Altitude (ALT) Alert Mode, a Decision Height (DH) Alert Mode, an Al-
titude Read-Out from the Encoder, barometric calibration in inches of
mercury or millibars, and other features. This handbook provides infor-
mation on the features and functions of the Altitude Selector/Alerter and
operating instructions for its proper use.
The Altitude Selector/Alerter combines the computer and program-
mer units into a single panel mounted unit, which contains the display,
the operating switches and the computer electronics. The system was
designed to interface the S-TEC Autopilot with an altitude encoder/tran-
sponder providing a standard 100 ft increment altitude output.
Operation of the Altitude Selector/Alerter with the S-TEC Autopilot
is easy and straightforward. However, in order to achieve maximum ben-
efit and to utilize all of the systems features, it is important to have a clear
understanding of the system and its operating characteristics, features and
functions. Please read this manual carefully before using the Altitude
Selector/Alerter.