
Cambridge Aero Explorer User’s Guide
format. Files with the .igc extension are in a standard format defined by the IGC
(International Gliding Commission).
GPS-NAV - A Cambridge Aero product such as the model 20 GPS receiver/data logger.
A GPS unit stores a navpoint database, pilot preferences, and flight logs recorded by the
recorder. The Cambridge Aero Explorer program can read and update all information
stored in the Cambridge GPS-NAV units.
Model 20, Model 25 - Cambridge-Aero GPS-NAV products.
Navpoint or Navigation Point - A point used for navigation by glider pilots in flight,
defined by latitude, longitude and elevation. They also have attributes to describe how the
pilot can use the point. Navpoints are saved in data (.dat) files.
Pocket-Nav - A Compaq Aero 1520, 1550 or similar hand held unit running Cambridge
Aero Pocket-NavCE2 or Pocket-NavCE3 software.
Secure data logger - A GPS unit that records a flight log during flight. It contains both
hardware and a software security system to prevent alteration of the log after the flight is
complete.
Special Use Airspace file (.sua file) - A data file that contains information about an
airspace that is restricted for flight by a government authority. Cambridge Aero Explorer
can display these files together with a flight log to ensure compliance with government
rules. This file is the same as those used by Pocket-Nav software.
Turnpoint - A point within a list of navpoints that has been defined as a goal within a
task.
Workspace - Equivalent to a folder on your computer’s hard drive or removable drive.
The default workspace in the program is the folder where you installed the Cambridge
Aero Explorer software (C:\Program Files\CAI). You can define as many workspaces
as needed.
Customer Support
If you experience problems with your version of Cambridge Aero Explorer or have
questions about its operation, our website has extensive technical data on all of our
products and may contain the answer to your question. You can reach our website by
typing the following web address in your Internet browser:
http://www.cambridge-aero.com.
You can get access the Cambridge Aero Explorer web site directly from the program.
From the Help menu, choose Web Support. This starts your Internet browser and
displays the support page (if an Internet connection is available).
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