Description
The RealSimGear GTN650 is a fantastic NAV/COM touchscreen module designed for flight simulation enthusiasts and student pilots. With its high-resolution 1920x1080 integrated touchscreen and tactile buttons that replicate the real device, this tool brings your training sessions to life. The GTN650 provides a hands-on experience, helping you master everything from comm radio frequencies to advanced flight procedures. Whether on your desktop or panel-mounted, this device seamlessly integrates into your setup, ensuring a natural and effective learning environment.
What sets the RealSimGear GTN650 apart?
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High-Resolution Touchscreen The integrated 1920x1080 touchscreen makes navigation a breeze, providing crystal-clear visuals and a responsive interface. It handles everything from flight plans to communications with precision, ensuring your focus stays where it belongs—on the sky.
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Seamless Integration with Avionics Software It works perfectly with Reality-XP GTN650 for X-Plane or TDS Simulations GTNXi for MSFS. This ensures an accurate and rich simulation experience tailored to the specific features of these highly-regarded avionics plugins.
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Plug-and-Play Simplicity Unlike some hardware options, the GTN650 requires no assembly or tricky configurations. Simply connect via USB and HDMI, load the appropriate software, and you're ready to go. This ease of use lets you focus on training, not setup.
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Compact Design with Flexible Mounting Its compact dimensions (158mm x 68mm x 22mm) make it suitable for both desktop and panel-mounted setups, allowing for a tailored fit in any simulator. The clean design complements professional and home cockpits alike.
Pros and Cons
| Pros |
Cons |
| Includes a high-resolution 1920x1080 integrated touchscreen. |
Requires a dedicated HDMI port for operation. |
| Works seamlessly with popular avionics plugins like Reality-XP. |
Not compatible with MacOS systems. |
| Compact and versatile for both desktop and panel mounting. |
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| No assembly or additional hardware setup required. |
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Specifications
| Specification |
Value |
| Display |
1920x1080 touchscreen |
| Dimensions |
158mm x 68mm x 22mm |
| Package Contents |
GTN650 unit, 12V DC power pack, USB cable, 90° HDMI adaptor |
| Mounting |
Desktop or panel mount |
| Compatibility |
Microsoft Windows (64-bit), X-Plane 11/12, MSFS 2020 |
RealSimGear GTN650 Compatibility
The RealSimGear GTN650 is designed for Microsoft Windows (64-bit), supporting X-Plane 11/12 and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020. It integrates seamlessly with Reality-XP GTN650 for X-Plane and TDS Simulations GTNXi or PMS50 GTN for MSFS. However, it is not compatible with MacOS or Apple computers due to driver limitations. Its compact dimensions and simple connection requirements (USB and HDMI) ensure it fits effortlessly into both desktop and panel-mounted setups.
For gaming platforms, the GTN650 exclusively supports PC-based simulators, meaning it won’t work with consoles like Xbox or PlayStation. Its specific reliance on high-quality avionics plugins for MSFS and X-Plane ensures that the simulation experience is tailored to enthusiasts looking for a professional-grade tool for flight training. Remember, an HDMI cable must be purchased separately to complete the setup.
