Flight Computer Input Devices

Mike the Strike wrote, On 2/25/2014 8:10 AM:
I'm about to upgrade my Discus 2 panel with a more modern flight
computer (5.6" class 640x480 display) and in reviewing the various
options I am interested in user opinions about input devices.

My panel is just out of easy reach, so I'll need some input device -
either stick-mount or cord-mount. Pros, cons and comments about the
various approaches (button, trackball, etc.) would be useful.

Don't mount it on the panel; instead, use a Ram mount or similar on the
panel to position it closer to you. I did that with an iPaq and a
ClearNav - easy (no changes required to the panel) and effective. Others
mount the display off the panel on the canopy frame (or just below the
frame), allowing the display to be within easy reach, or on a bracket
affixed to the glare shield.

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