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    Posted: 03 Apr 2018 at 2:18pm
So, the Freelight Rangr enters the arena.

Cool!

Will this remain an off-shelf Rangr, or are you planning any firmware customization? I assume that it can also supply various EFBs on tablets directly (wirelessly) with ADS-B data, as an alternative WiFi from the IFD units.

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It doesn't look like the RANGR-RX is dual band IN...
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Yes, I expect it is the RANGR FDL-978-RX unit.

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There is a news release on the Avidyne website from mid-March explaining that it is basically the RANGER FDL-978-RX unit. Also, I believe IFD software update 10.2.1.0 added support for RANGER UATs.
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If a dual-band ADS-B In unit were offered, I’d consider upgrading my SkyTrax 100. I don’t think any of the Ranger units are capable, though.

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until there is a dual band unit, I'll keep my stratus.
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There is indeed a dual band version of the Ranger:  RANGER FDL-978-RXD   <--- note the "D", 

See here:  http://www.freeflightsystems.com/images/products/RANGR%20RX.pdf   
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Clayton at Free Flight states the dual band RANGR is due for
release at the end of May!!!
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