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The “GENERIC” adapter is now called “SD-Link Universal Bluetooth-to-RS232 Adapter for SkyDemon”

We are often asked what the current SkyDemon Bluetooth “GENERIC” adapter thought is.
After receiving a lot of feedback, we realized that the name “GENERIC” was not the best choice. Therefore, we decided to rename the adapter to SD-Link Universal Bluetooth-to-RS232 Adapter for SkyDemon to rename.

The new name better describes what the adapter can do: a universal solution for various applications – flexible, compact and reliable.

What is the SD-Link Universal Bluetooth-to-RS232 Adapter?

The Skydemon Universal Bluetooth to RS232 adapter is comparable to other SkyDemon Bluetooth adapters on the market, however not for a specific radio Instead, it offers a universal solution for a variety of radios and avionics systems.

Basic functions of the SD-Link Universal Bluetooth-to-RS232 adapter:

  • Bidirectional Bluetooth V4.0 BLE module
  • V24 level adjustment
  • Power Supply: 5-28V

What the adapter does not offer:

  • No specific adaptation to the radio connector layout
  • No forwarding of internal radio connections
  • No input or output of additional RS232 data

Comparison of the SD-Link Universal Bluetooth-to-RS232 Adapter

The SD-UNIVERSAL-E is comparable in functionality to the IRXON BT578 (or derivatives) – but with a more compact design and an extended operating voltage range.

SD-GENERIC_E vs IRXON BT578_V2
SD-GENERIC_E vs IRXON BT578_V2

You can use the adapter for all supported SkyDemon radios and autopilots – with manual wiring.

Attention: For the Becker AR620X is the adapter not suitable!

For this purpose we have developed the specially SD-AR620X-E.

The best for last:

The Pin assignment of the SD-UNIVERSAL-E corresponds to that Remote connector of the funke ATR833S, ATR833-II and ATR833A-II.

Even the old ATR833 with +12 V on the remote connector works.

This means: Plug-and-Play-Solution for these devices!

The remote connector is available in the following Funke wiring harnesses include:

  • BSKS833S-S
  • BSKS833D-S
  • BSKS833OE-S
  • BSKS833GLS-S
  • BSKS833GLD-S

And if you choose the version with Conec Snap-Lock, the module fits exactly into the prepared socket – without the use of screws.

SD-Link Generic Bluetooth BLE Adapter with Conec Snap-Lock, best for ATR833 Skydemon

Here it goes to Overview and variants of cable sets including cable plan for VHF radios from funke

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Happy landings!