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-  Controlling the window heater 
- Downloading software 
Optional Equipment Descriptions 
Background Luminance Sensor LM21 
The LM21 sensor offers the means for measuring ambient light level or 
background luminance in RVR applications. The sensor is mounted to 
the LM21 support arm, which is attached to the mast construction of the 
LT31 receiver unit. 
The support arm can be rotated for coarse horizontal orientation of the 
LM21 while the mounting bracket allows fine horizontal and vertical 
alignment. 
The installed background luminance sensor is shown in Figure 28 below. 
 
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Figure 28  Installed Background Luminance Sensor LM21