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| Price | $359.99 | $299.00 $449.00 |
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| CockpitSquare overview | A GNS-530-style avionics panel with a 5-inch 4:3 USB-C display, dual rotary encoders, buttons, potentiometers, and other physical controls. It is intended to provide GPS navigation, map, and avionics-data display and control for flight simulation. | 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 11: Compatible; specifically optimized X-Plane 12: Compatible; specifically optimized MSFS 2020: Compatible MSFS 2024: Compatible | X-Plane 11: Supported on Windows X-Plane 12: Supported on Windows MSFS 2020: Supported MSFS 2024: Supported |
| Connections | USB: USB-C connection | USB: USB cable included HDMI / DisplayPort: One HDMI connection required; HDMI cable not included Other: Power supply adapter included |
| Software requirements | Flight simulator: Requires a supported flight simulator; exact plugin or driver requirements are not stated | RealSimGear plugin: Install the plugin and configure the simulator's pop-out GPS screen for the product |
| Physical requirements | Not specified | 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 |
| Dimensions & details | ||
| Product dimensions | Product dimensions: 15 x 12 x 12 cm | Not specified |
| Product weight | Product weight: 900 g | Not specified |
| Additional factual details | Display: 5-inch, 4:3 USB-C display Controls: Dual rotary encoders, momentary push buttons, and potentiometers; COM/VLOC, NAV/GPS, and function keys Displayed content: GPS navigation, maps, and avionics data Construction: Plastic and electronic components; resin construction with 4K spray coating and CNC engraving Age: 16+ Price listed on page: $359.99 USD | 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 |