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| Price | $420.00 | $299.00 $449.00 |
| Availability | Not specified | In stock |
| CockpitSquare overview | The FSW GNS 530 is a hardware avionics interface module for flight simulators. It includes a desktop stand and connects to a PC using USB and HDMI; listed software support includes X-Plane and Microsoft Flight Simulator with stated requirements. | The RealSimGear GNS530 is a standalone hardware interface replicating the Garmin GNS 530 navigator for flight simulation. It provides tactile knobs and buttons, supports desktop or panel mounting, and connects to compatible simulators through USB and a display connection. |
| Aircraft | Not specified | Not specified |
| Aviation category | Universal / Generic | Universal / Generic |
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| Supported simulators | X-Plane 10: Supported X-Plane 11: Supported X-Plane 12: Supported Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020: Supported with FSUIPC7 Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: Supported with FSUIPC7 | X-Plane 11: Supported on Windows X-Plane 12: Supported on Windows MSFS 2020: Supported MSFS 2024: Supported |
| Connections | USB: USB cable connection to PC HDMI / DisplayPort: HDMI cable connection to PC | USB: USB cable included HDMI / DisplayPort: One HDMI connection required; HDMI cable not included Other: Power supply adapter included |
| Software requirements | FSUIPC7: Required for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and 2024; not included | RealSimGear plugin: Install the plugin and configure the simulator's pop-out GPS screen for the product |
| Physical requirements | PC: Connects to a PC | Display cable: User must provide an HDMI cable; compatible DisplayPort or DVI-to-HDMI connection may also be used |
| Hardware compatibility | Not specified | Not specified |
| Simulator add-on compatibility | Not specified | Not specified |
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| Product dimensions | Not specified | Not specified |
| Product weight | Not specified | Not specified |
| Additional factual details | Construction: Aluminum body Included stand: Desktop stand included Included items: FSW GNS 530 module, desktop stand, power adapter, USB cable, and HDMI cable Warranty: 1-year warranty covering repair costs Price shown: $420.00 | Controls: Fully functional knobs and tactile silicone buttons Mounting: Can be used on a desktop or mounted in an existing panel; a separate desktop stand is referenced Assembly: Fully assembled; no assembly, 3D printing, or soldering required Included items: GNS530 navigator, USB cable, and power supply adapter Product purpose: Provides a physical interface for practicing Garmin 530 operation and flight-simulation navigation tasks Mac compatibility note: The product page states Windows-only compatibility for X-Plane; its FAQ separately discusses Intel-based Macs and Apple M-series limitations for RealSimGear products |