What are the components of the G1000?
The main components of the G1000 system are the two GDU 1040 displays used for the Primary Flight Display (PFD) and the Multi Function Display (MFD), and the two GIA 63 Integrated Avionics Units (IAUs). These components are interfaced with each other via a proprietary Ethernet-based, high-speed digital databus system. Which G1000 components are on the essential bus? The PFD, ADC/AHRS, engine monitoring and NAV/COMM 1 and GPS 1.
What sensors does G1000 use?
GRS attitude and heading reference system (AHRS) The GRS system uses solid-state sensors to measure aircraft attitude, rate of turn, and slip and skid. This data is then provided to all the integrated avionics units and GDU display units. They instead have Attitude and Heading Reference Systems (AHRS) to determine the aircraft pitch, roll, and yaw, and have Air Data Computers (ADC) to give you altitude and airspeeds. Magnetometers are used to determine your magnetic heading and give supporting information to the other devices.