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1.Introduction
WARNINGS
1. THE KGX PROVIDES WEATHER INFORMATION THAT CAN
BE USED AS AN AID FOR SITUATIONAL AWARENESS ONLY.
WEATHER INFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE USED FOR
ADVISORY USE ONLY AND MUST NOT BE USED FOR
FLIGHTSAFETYCRITICALINFORMATIONAND
OPERATION.THEUSERISADVISEDTOEXERCISE
CAUTION AND LET COMMON SENSE PREVAIL WHEN
CONFRONTED WITH SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS.
2. THE KGX PROVIDES TRAFFIC INFORMATION THAT CAN BE
USED AS AN AID FOR SITUATIONAL AWARENESS ONLY.
PILOTS MUST RELY ON AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL GUIDANCE
OR VISUAL RULES FOR VISUALLY ACQUIRING TRAFFIC
AND MANEUVERING THEIR AIRCRAFT IN TRAFFIC.
This document contains instructions for operating the BendixKing KGX
Series. The BendixKing KGX Series is a remotely mounted ADS--B
solution. There are four models in the KGX Series:
DKGX150T--TransceiverwithinternalWAASGPS
(P/N 89
DKGX150R--ReceiverwithinternalWAASGPS
000016--151)
(P/N 89000016--150)
DKGX 130T -- Transceiver (P/N 89000016--130)
DKGX 130R -- Receiver (P/N 89000016--131).
Highlights of the KGX 150T/130T are:
DTransmits ADS--B Out data on 978 MHz (UAT) frequency
DReceives ADS--B, TIS--B, and FIS--B uplinks for traffic, graphical
weather, and other data
DDisplays data on iPad
DMeets the FAA 2020 mandate for ADS--B Out (14 CFR§91.225,
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Highlights of the KGX 150R/130R are:
DReceives ADS--B, TIS--B, and FIS--B uplinks for traffic, graphical
weather, and other data
DDisplays data on compatible panel MFD
DDisplays data on an iPad
with optional WiFi Module
DComp
liance: DO--160G, DO--282B/TSO C154c, TSO--C157a,
TSO--C195a, and TSO--145c (KGX 150 only).
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2.KGX Control Panel
INTRODUCTION
The KGX 150T/130T models interface to the KGX Control Panel (P/N:
00016--001) used in--flight by the pilot to control output of ADS--B
890
messages. The KGX Control Panel receives power from and
communicates with the KGX 150T/130T. The KGX Control Panel
consists of the following components:
DMonochrome liquid crystal display (LCD)
DMode Selection knob
DCode Knob
DIdentification (IDT) button
DVisual flight rules (VFR) button
DFunction button
DEnter button.
Each of the KGX Control Panel functions will be explained in the
paragraphs that follow. Figure 2--1 shows the available control panel
components used for operating the KGX 150T/130T.
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Figure 2--1
KGX Control Panel
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DISPLAY
The display in Figure 2--2 shows the operating mode of the
KGX 150T/130T, the current squawk code, Flight ID/Call Sign, and the
reported pressure altitude in hundreds of feet.
The wave symbol (shown in the pictures below) is active when the KGX
150T/130T transmits or receives ADS--B messages and is displayed on
the screen.
The wave symbol under the aircraft image traveling
upward indicates that the KGX 150T/130T is receiving
ADS--B messages.
The wave symbol under the aircraft image traveling
downward indicates that the KGX 150T/130T is
transmitting ADS--B messages.
Thewavesymboltravelingbothupwardand
downward indicates that the KGX 150T/130T is
receiving and transmitting ADS--B messages. The
KGX150T/130TreceivesADS--Btransmissions
regardless of the transmission mode.
The pressure altitude is displayed as a Flight Level in hundreds of feet.
When non--standard atmospheric conditions apply, this may not match
the altimeter indicated altitude but will be correctly reported in the
ADS--B message
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Figure 2--2 shows the KGX 150T/130T powered on in the Airborne
Transmissionmodewith a pressure altitude of flight level 500 feet being
displayed.
Figure 2--2
Display in ALT Mode
MODE SELECTION KNOB
The left hand mode selection knob, shown in Figure 2--3, controls the
power to the KGX 150T/130T and the operating mode.
Figure 2--3
Mode Selection Knob
The mode selection knob rotates between the different operating
modes, as defined in the following paragraphs:
OFF -- Power is removed from the KGX.
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SBY -- The KGX 150T/130T is on but will
not transmit any ADS--B messages but
will still receive ADS--B messages.
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ALT -- The KGX 150T/130T is placed in
AirborneTransmissionModeor
automatically switches between Airborne
and Ground Mode if an Air/GND Squat
switch is configured and the aircraft
velocity meets the criteria described in
DO--282B for the specific aircraft configuration. Pressure altitude is
reported.
NOTE:There is no functional difference between the two ALT knob
positions.
ON -- The KGX 150T/130T is placed in
AirborneTransmissionModeor
automatically switches between Airborne
and Ground Mode if an Air/GND Squat
switch is configured and the aircraft
velocity meets the criteria described in
DO--282B for the specific aircraft configuration. Pressure altitude
reporting is suppressed.
NOTE:When airborne, the control panel should always be set to
either of the two ALT positions, unless otherwise directed by
ATC.
CODE KNOB
The Code knob is used to set squawk codes, such as those listed in
le 2--1, and the Flight ID. Push the Function (FN) button until either
Tab
the squawk code or Flight ID is highlighted at the top of the screen.
Turning the Code knob, shown in Figure 2--4, will highlight the first digit
on the display, and the digit can be changed as required by rotating the
Code knob. Push the Enter (ENT) button to advance to the next digit.
When ENT is pushed on the last digit, the new squawk code or Flight
ID will replace the previous value. If the code entry is not completed
within 7 seconds, the changes are ignored and the previous code is
restored.
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Figure 2--4
CODE Knob
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Table 2--1
List of Common VFR Squawk Codes
Squawk Code
Number
Description
1200VFR code in the USA
7500Hijack code
7600Loss of communications
7700Emergency code
The Call Sign/Flight ID should correspond to the aircraft call sign
entered on flight plan. If no flight plan is active, the aircraft registration
should be used as the Call Sign/ Flight ID. Use only letters and digits.
If the Call Sign/Flight ID is less than 8 characters long, entering a blank
character will end it.
PUSH BUTTONS
The push buttons are defined in the following paragraphs:
IDT -- Push the IDT button to activate
the Identification function. The IDT
button on the KGX Control Panel is
disabled when the squawk code is
displayed in reverse video. See the
External Control subsection later in this
section.
VFR -- Pushing the VFR button sets the
ADS--B to the pre--programmed code
and VFR Flight ID. Pushing the button
again restores the previous squawk
code and Flight ID.
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ENT -- The ENT button enters a digit in
the code selector.
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FUNCTION BUTTON
Call Sign/Flight ID Page
FN -- Pushing the FN b
access to changing the Call Sign/Flight
ID.
Either directly rotate the Code knob or
pushtheENTkeyandthefirst
characteroftheflightIDwillbe
highlighted. Use the rotary Code knob
toselectchoiceofalpha--numeric
characters. Push ENT again and the
cursor moves to the next character. You
must push ENT each time all the way
through the 8 characters to save the
Call Sign/Flight ID change.
GPS Position Page
Pushing the FN button again allows the
user to view the present GPS position
being transmitted.
utton gives
Display Brightness Page
desired brightness is reached, push the FN button to lock the
brightness setting.
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Pushing the FN bu
tton a third time
allows the user to adjust the brightness
level of the screen. Turning the Code
knob to the right will make the screen
brighter. Turning the knob to the left will
decrease the brightness. When the
Warning Page
If there are any system messages, the
fourth push of the FN button displays the
Warning page.
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EXTERNAL CONTROL
Control inputs such as squawk code, call sign, and mode control
(IDENT, Altitude Inhibit, Transmit Standby) are needed by the
KGX 150T/130T. The KGX 150T/130T can receive control inputs from
the KGX Control Panel, compatible transponder, and/or MFD. If an
external controller is configured and functional with the KGX Control
Panel installed, the KGX Control Panel displays status, but locks out
user control inputs. When control inputs are locked, the KGX Control
Panel displays reverse video of the transponder squawk code, as
shown in Figure 2--5.
Figure 2--5
Reverse Video of Transponder Squawk Code
If control inputs are received in ARINC format, then the call sign on the
Call Sign/Flight ID page cannot be changed and is displayed in reverse
video, as shown in Figure 2--6.
Figure 2--6
Call Sign Displayed in Reverse Video
The KGXControl Panel will remain locked forapproximately
70 seconds for Mode A/C transponders and 7 seconds for other
controllers each time they are interrogated. During this time the IDENT
and VFR buttons on the KGX Control Panel are disabled and the
squawk code cannot be changed using the KGX Control Panel.
However, the FN button can still be used to view other information.
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MSG
MSG
MSG
MSG
SYSTEM MESSAGES
If the KGX 150T/130T detects a malfunction, the screen will display the
icon in the center of the LCD. The
as the malfunction remains. Depending on the nature of the
malfunction, the KGX 150T/130T may not be transmitting ADS--B
messages. Figure 2--7 shows the KGX Control Panel display when the
system message icon is present.
icon will remain as long
Figure 2--7
System Messages Icon
To viewthe system messages on the warningpage, push FN four times.
The warning page is only available when the
icon is present.
When this page is displayed, the KGX Control Panel continually
requests the active system messages. The
icon will remain as
shown in Figure 2--7 as long as system messages are still present.
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Possible system messages are shown in Table 2--2. When multiple
messages are present, the page will automatically scroll through the
messages. Push FN again to exit this mode and return to normal
operation.
Tx PSU HighUAT Transceiver power supply output too
high
Tx PSU LowUAT Transceiver power supply output too
low
Squitter FailSystem Diagnostic
Remote HotKGX 150T/130T internal temperature too
high
No ADS--B PosGPS position not acquired or satellite
tracking lost
GPS FaultGPS has reported a fault or not
responding
Top ant FaultTop antenna is disconnected
Bot ant FaultBottom antenna is disconnected
PSU FailInternal DC power supply failure
ADC FaultADC or Altitude sensor fault or not
responding
NOTE:Troubleshooting:
1. Note the message shown.
2. Cycle power to the KGX using the Mode Control knob on
the KGX control panel.
3. If the message persists contact an authorized BendixKing
service center.
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FAULT ANNUNCIATION
If the KGX 150T/130T detects a catastrophic internal failure the screen
will indicate FAULT with a brief statement of the problem. No ADS--B
messages will be transmitted when a fault has been detected. If the
FAULT persists, contact an authorized BendixKing service center.
NO REMOTE LINK
If the KGX loses communication with the KGX Control Panel DURING
er up, the KGX Control Panel display will be as shown in
pow
Figure 2--8.
Figure 2--8
No Remote Link During Power Up
If the KGX loses communication with the KGX Control Panel AFTER
powerup, the KGX Control Panel display will be as shown in Figure2--9.
Figure 2--9
No Remote Link After Power Up
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3.WiFi Module
INTRODUCTION
The BendixKing KGX WiFi module is a complete, standalone
embe
TCP/IP stack and applications, requiring only four pins (POWER,
232--TX, 232--RX, GND) to design in for basic usage. The module is
pre--loaded withfirmware tosimplifyintegration and minimize
application--development time.
COMPATIBLE APPS
Go to BendixKing.com for a list of compatible apps.
CONNECTING TO THE WIFI MODULE
dded wireless LAN access device. The device has onboard
The WiFi module can be connected from any device that supports an
802.11 wireless solution or chipset. For example, the WiFi module can
be connected using a laptop with a wireless chipset or any of the
currently available tablets and pads.
NOTE:The following instructions are not limited to a Windows laptop
or an iPad. They are applicable to other devices as well. The
figures are examples to aid in connecting to the WiFi module.
1. Ensure that the WiFi module is powered on.
2. To connect to the WiFi system, ensure that there is a valid wireless
connection to the system.
3. If already connected to a WiFi network, disconnect from the current
wireless network connection.
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4. To connect to the WiFi module wirelessly, select the wireless
network that matches the serial number of the WiFi module, and
then click Connect. Figure 3--1 shows an example for connecting to
a wireless network with Windows.
Connecting to a Wireless Network With Windows
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Figure 3--2 shows an example for connecting to a wireless network
with an iPad.
Figure 3--2
Connecting to a Wireless Network With an iPad
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5. Wait for the WiFi module to acquire a valid network address and
state that it is connected. Figure 3--3 shows the connection
confirmation with Windows.
Figure 3--3
Acquiring a Valid Network Address With Windows
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Figure 3--4 shows the connection confirmation with an iPad.
Figure 3--4
Acquiring a Valid Network Address With an iPad
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Acronyms and Abbreviations
Acronyms and abbreviations used in this guide are defined as follows:
TERMSDEFINITION
ADCair data computer
ALTaltitude
antantenna
ENTenter
FNfunction
GNDground
GPSglobal positioning system
ID, IDTidentification
LCDliquid crystal display
MHzmegahertz
MSGmessage
PSUpower supply unit
SBYstandby
Ttransceiver
TSOtechnical standard order
UATuniversal access transceiver
VFRvisual flight rules
WAASwide area augmentation system
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Index
A
Abbreviations, Abbrev--1
onyms, Abbrev--1
Acr
C
Call sign/flight page, 2-6
FN, 2-6
Compatible apps, 3-1
Connecting to the WiFi module, 3-1