AvMap Ultra EFIS User And Installation Manual

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Ultra EFIS

User and Installation

Manual

Software: version 5.6 and higher

Firmware: version 3.15

AvMap Ultra EFISINDEX

DISCLAIMER & WARNINGS

The information displayed by the Ultra EFIS is not certied for use for VFR or IFR ights.

The Ultra EFIS is meant as an aid to VFR navigation and is not a substitute for certied
EFIS.

All critical ight information is presented for reference only and must be veried by the use.

The Ultra EFIS is not a substitute for on-board instruments.

The pilot in command assumes total responsibility and risk associated with the use of this
device and remains solely responsible for ying in safe conditions.

AvMap disclaims any liability deriving from an improper use of the device, in a way that
may violate the ight and navigation rules, regulations and safety.

1. Overview 4

2. Installation 5

2.1 Location 5

2.2 Mechanical Installation 5

2.3 Connections & wiring 8

3. System Calibration 10

3.1 Horizon Alignment Calibration (AHRS) 10

3.2 Magnetometer (compass) calibration 11

4. System Operation 13

4.1 How to operate the unit 13

4.2 PFD mode 15

4.3 HSI display mode 17

4.4 Setup Mode 19

5. Software update 20

6. Alarms and Trouble shooting 20

7. Technical Specications 22

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Rotation knob

Figure 1

microSD

slot

Note: For connection specications see Chapter 2.

ADAHRS

The core of the Ultra EFIS is the ADAHRS module. The ADAHRS module
contains solid-state gyros, accelerometers, magnetic eld sensors and air data
sensors, providing attitude, heading, altitude and airspeed data to the system.
In order to take full advantage of its functionality, the Pitot and Static ports should be
connected to the aircraft pitot-static system.

GPS receiver

Connecting the external GPS receiver to the Ultra EFIS, the system provides the pilot with
navigation information on the HSI page , providing its position, direction and radials relative
to reference navigation points.

Preloaded Navdata POI’s

Ultra EFIS is preloaded with Jeppesen Navdata POI’s: Airports, NDB’s and VOR’s.
Coverage available: Europe-Africa, North America, South America, Asia-Australia.
The Jeppesen aeronautical database is updated every 28 days. Updates can be purchased
and downloaded at www.avmap.it.

1. Overview

Ultra EFIS is a complete instrumentation system for primary ight display (PFD) and
horizontal situation indicator (HSI) functions. It is a rugged and reliable system designed for
xed panel installation.

Power

& I/O cable

GPS receiver

connector

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Micro SD card

A microSD card is included in the Ultra EFIS box. The microSD card is a blank card without
data preloaded.
The microSD card should be used for Software updates and data transfer from/to the Ultra
EFIS like updating the Navdata POI’s.

Note: For more details see Chapter 4.

Rotation knob

The rotor plus centre click allow to switch from one mode to the other and to select different
menu option.
Note: For more details see Chapter 4 and 5.

2. Installation

The installation procedure is divided in the following steps:

Location•
Mechanical Installation •

Connections & wiring•

2.1 Location

The Ultra EFIS is designed to be installed on the aircrafts instrument panel.
It is assumed that the instrument panel is completely perpendicular to the level and straight
ight attitude.
In case the instrument panel is rotated the simple Horizon Alignment calibration procedure
is required.
Note: For calibration see Chapter 3.

IMPORTANT: The Ultra EFIS contains a magnetometer and other precision electrical

sensors. The location selected for installation should be clear of strong magnetic or
electromagnetic disturbances as much as possible. Avoid installing the Ultra EFIS near
electronic equipment (other digital EFIS, radios, transponders, etc), AC or variable DC cables,
alternators, electrical motors, ferrous materials, etc. In such cases the proper behaviour of
the compass is not guaranteed (i.e. the compass may be crossed as “out of order” or may
give erroneous indications).
Hint: use a hand-held compass to verify the magnetic disturbance in the area selected for
installation. If the needle shows relevant changes or unstable indication, the location is not
suitable for installation. Make sure to perform this test with all on-board electronic devices
switched ON.

2.2 Mechanical Installation

Make sure you have enough space on the front and behind the cockpit panel to install the
Ultra EFIS. Check the Ultra EFIS measurements on Figure 2.

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The Ultra EFIS is designed to be installed in an 3.3” (84mm) diameter hole.
The instrument has to be installed from the front of the panel and screwed from behind the
panel according to Figure 3.

Figure 2

95.3

95.3

45.5

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Ultra

11.5 5.5

82 mm

The screw length that need to be used for panel installation depend on the panel thickness
and is based on the following formula:

7mm ≤ l - t ≤ 10mm

l = length of the screw
t = thickness of the panel

Use the screws and metal washer included in the box for standard panel thickness of up to 3mm. For
thicker instrument panels, use longer screws and use the formula to choose the right screw length.

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Figure 4

Figure 3

Panel thickness

IMPORTANT: Make sure you respect the screw length formula to avoid damaging the

plastic of the Ultra EFIS. Use light thread locker to prevent screw loosening with vibration.
Use the Cutting template, included in the box, to cut out the panel. (see Figure 4)

Aircraft instrument panel

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2.3 Connections & wiring

On the back of the unit there are 4 connectors: the pitot port, the static port, the power supply
connector, and the GPS receiver connector (see Figure 5).

Pitot TubeAirspeed IndicatorAltimeter

Static Port

Figure 6

Connection to the pitot-static system

In order to display accurate speed and altitude data the Ultra EFIS needs to be connected
to the aircraft pitot-static system. First of all remove the two caps protecting the STATIC
and PITOT ports. Installation along with other mechanical or digital altimeters and airspeed
indicators is supported by mean of a T coupler (not included in the Ultra EFIS box).

Connections

On the back of the unit there are 3
connectors: the pitot port, the static port,
and the GPS antenna connector.
A free wires power and I/O cable allows
direct connection to main aircraft power
supply and to two external RS232
devices.

 Connect the aircraft pitot line to the

port labelled PITOT and the aircraft

static line to the port labelled

STATIC. Make sure the tubes fit tightly
into the ULTRA. Use flexible plastic
tubes with an inside diameter of 5 mm
(0.2 inches).

 Connect the GPS receiver included in

the box to the GPS port.

GPS

RECEIVER

Es Ultra

(rear view)

10 wires cable

Power

& I/O

GPS

Figure 5