Dynon Avionics EFIS-D10A Installation Guide

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P/N 100341-000, Revision J

For use with firmware version 5.4

August, 2010

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Dynon Avionics retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the instrument or firmware or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY.

hese instruments are not intended for use in type certificated aircraft at this time. Dynon Avionics makes no claim as to the suitability of its

products in connection with FAR 91.205.

Dynon Avionics’ products incorporate a variety of precise, calibrated electronics. Except for replacing the optional internal backup battery in EFIS-based products per the installation guide, our products do not contain any field/user-serviceable parts. Units that have been found to have been taken apart may not be eligible for repair under warranty. Additionally, once a Dynon Avionics unit is opened up, it will require calibration and verification at our Woodinville, WA offices before it can be considered airworthy.

Table of Contents

Contact Information......................................................................................................................................................iii

Copyright......................................................................................................................................................................iii

Limited Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................iii

1. 1-1 Introduction

OEM Installations...................................................................................................................................................... 1-1

Warning ..................................................................................................................................................................... 1-1

About this Guide........................................................................................................................................................ 1-2

Menu Descriptions..................................................................................................................................................... 1-2

2. 2-1 Wiring Overview

Recommended Wiring Practices................................................................................................................................2-1

Power Requirements.................................................................................................................................................. 2-1

25-Pin Female EFIS Harness..................................................................................................................................... 2-2

3. 3-1 Instrument Installation

Selecting a Remote Compass Module Location ........................................................................................................ 3-1

EDC-D10A Communication Cable ........................................................................................................................... 3-2

Power Inputs.............................................................................................................................................................. 3-3

Serial Communication Cable..................................................................................................................................... 3-4

SL30 and/or GPS connection..................................................................................................................................... 3-5

Altitude Encoder Wiring ........................................................................................................................................... 3-8

Audio Alert Output...................................................................................................................................................3-10

Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) Wiring............................................................................................................3-11

Panel Location and Mounting...................................................................................................................................3-12

Connecting Static & Pitot Lines ...............................................................................................................................3-14

4. 4-1 EFIS Calibration and Configuration

Ensuring Proper Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 4-1

Setting Zero Pitch (In flight)...................................................................................................................................... 4-1

Compass Heading Calibration ................................................................................................................................... 4-1

Configure Airspeed Color Thresholds....................................................................................................................... 4-7

5. 5-1 DSAB Configuration

Network Concepts ..................................................................................................................................................... 5-1

Example Networks .................................................................................................................................................... 5-2

Initial Setup ............................................................................................................................................................... 5-4

Network Status .......................................................................................................................................................... 5-5

6. 6-1 Autopilot Installation and Configuration

Additional Information and Updates ......................................................................................................................... 6-1

DSAB Firmware Compatibility................................................................................................................................. 6-2

Compass Calibration Critical For Certain AP Modes................................................................................................ 6-2

Autopilot System Electrical Installation .................................................................................................................... 6-3

Servo Mechanical Installation ................................................................................................................................... 6-6

AP74 Mechanical Installation...................................................................................................................................6-11

Firmware Upgrades Required For AP Functionality ................................................................................................6-13

AP Servo Configuration ...........................................................................................................................................6-14

AP74 Configuration..................................................................................................................................................6-30

7. 7-1 Appendix

Appendix A: Ongoing Maintenance and Troubleshooting........................................................................................ 7-1

Appendix B: Dynon OAT Probe Installation and Usage........................................................................................... 7-7

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Appendix C: HS34 Installation and Configuration...................................................................................................7-10

Appendix D: Dynon AOA/Pitot Installation and Calibration ...................................................................................7-24

Appendix E: Encoder Serial-to-Gray Code Converter Installation...........................................................................7-32

Appendix F: Replacing the EFIS-D10A battery pack ..............................................................................................7-35

Appendix G: Weights...............................................................................................................................................7-36

Appendix H: EFIS-D10A Specifications..................................................................................................................7-36

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1. INTRODUCTION

This manual provides information about the physical, electrical, and plumbing installation of the EFIS-D10A, EDC-D10A and optional AOA pitot probe purchased from Dynon Avionics. Additionally, this guide deals with setting up the installation-dependant firmware options. Because you may not have purchased all the components, you need only read through the

relevant sections of this guide. Information about the operation of this instrument can be found

in the EFIS-D10A Pilot’s User Guide.

The EFIS-D10A uses solid-state sensor technology to give an accurate and easy-to-understand display. To ensure accuracy in its readings, it is very important that you install the instrument correctly and perform the specified calibration steps. This installation guide will help you through that process.

OEM Installations

If your EFIS-D10A is installed by an OEM distributor, you may find that you are unable to access some menus and settings. Some Dynon distributors customize various areas of the EFISD10A firmware to maintain a consistent pilot experience and minimize integration issues across a large number of installations. Currently, OEMs can customize access levels to the following settings on Dynon systems: EMS GLOBAL setup menu, EMS SENSOR setup menu, fuel calibration, trim calibration, flaps calibration, GPS/NAV setup menu, screen configurations, data logging, and checklists/data panels. OEM distributors have the option of customizing some or all of these areas. Please contact your aircraft’s manufacturer if you have any questions about how your unit has been customized.

Warning

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Introduction

About this Guide

In the electronic (.PDF) version of this manual, page and section references in the Table of Contents and elsewhere act as hyperlinks taking you to the relevant location in the manual. The latest version of this manual is available on the Dynon Avionics website at

docs.dynonavionics.com.

The following icons are used in this guide:

Any text following this icon describes functionality available only with the HS34 HSI

Expansion Module connected to your system.

Any text following this icon describes functionality available only with the AP74

Autopilot Interface Module connected to your system.

Any text following this icon describes functionality that is possible when multiple Dynon

Avionics products are networked together via the Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB).

Any text following this icon refers to a setting or situation which merits particularly close

attention.

Menu Descriptions

Throughout this guide, the “>“ character is used to indicate entering a deeper level of the menu system. For example, “EFIS > SETUP > VRSION” indicates entering the EFIS menu, pressing MORE, then pressing SETUP, and then pressing VRSION to enter the firmware version menu. Note that the MORE button is not shown in the sequence, since pressing MORE reveals more options in the same level of the menu system.

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2. WIRING OVERVIEW

Please follow these instructions explicitly as improper wiring can result in permanent damage to your instrument and/or the accompanying sensors.

All electrical power and EFIS-specific lines interface with the EFIS-D10A via the female 25-pin D-sub connector on the back of the instrument. Ensure that the unit powers on and that all indicators display expected values before completing the final physical assembly.

Recommended Wiring Practices

For all electrical connections, use correct wiring techniques, taking care to properly

insulate any exposed wire. A short circuit between any of the wires may cause damage to the EFIS-D10A and/or your aircraft. Make all connections to your harness before plugging it into any of the components of the system. Do not make connections while power is applied at any point in the system.

Dynon Avionics sells a wiring harness for all connections to the EFIS-D10A. The harness is made up of 22 AWG wire and meet Mil Standard MIL-W-22759/16 (Tefzel insulation). If you have opted not to purchase this harness, please refer to the provided wiring diagrams for construction information. We recommend that all wire you use also meets Mil Standard MIL-W22759/16; all wire supplied by Dynon Avionics (with the exception of thermocouple wire, which uses FEP insulation) meets this specification.

When using any pre-manufactured harness, verify that each pin has continuity with the expected

wire on the wiring diagram. This test can be easily done with a multimeter. When verifying harnesses, use the wiring charts and diagrams in this guide as your ultimate authority on pin function (for any harness) and wire color (for harnesses purchased from Dynon Avionics).

Route all wiring such that there are no spots where it could chafe or break. Use appropriate strain relief at all junctions between wires and connectors. We recommend that you secure all wires at regular intervals along wiring runs to accommodate vibration effects.

All connections on the EFIS female 25-pin harness are described in the Instrument Installation section on page 3-1.

Power Requirements

22 AWG wire is normally sufficient for the power supply and ground lines, but we recommend that you consult a wire sizing chart and determine the size required for the wire routing in your particular aircraft. Ensure that the power lines include a circuit breaker or an appropriately sized fuse for the wire you select. Power is fed to the EFIS-D10A via pins in the female D-25 connector as shown on the 25-Pin Female EFIS Harness diagram on page 2-2.

The EFIS-D10A system-wide power requirement is 8 watts typical and 13 watts maximum. On

a 12-volt system, this translates to about 1 amp of maximum current draw. On a 24-volt system, this translates to about 0.5 amp maximum current draw. Normally, a 2-amp circuit breaker or fuse is sufficient.

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Wiring Overview

25-Pin Female EFIS Harness

Below is the wiring diagram of the EFIS 25-pin female harness. If you purchased your harness from Dynon Avionics, it is color coded according to the chart on the following page. Unless noted otherwise, all wires are 3 feet long on the Dynon-provided harness.

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Wiring Overview

The pin assignments for the female 25-pin harness are repeated below. Note that the pin numbers are labeled on the face of both the female and male connector. Each connection on the harness

supplied by Dynon is color-coded. These colors are listed in the following chart.

Female

DB25

Pin #

1 Red Master Power (10-30 volts) Page 3-3

2 Yellow

3 Black Master Ground Page 3-3 4 Green DSAB-A Page 3-11 5 Blue DSAB-B Page 3-11 6 N/A No Connect 7 N/A No Connect 8 N/A No Connect 9 Black (bundled) PC Serial Ground Page 3-4

10 Orange (bundled)

14 N/A No Connect

15 N/A External Backup Power Page 3-3 16 Black Ground 17 N/A No Connect 18 Green Audio out Page 3-10 19 N/A No Connect 20 N/A No Connect

22 Yellow (Bundled)

24 White EDC-D10A GND Page 3-1 25 N/A No Connect

Dynon Harness Wire

Color

White/Orange (Red on some

harnesses)

White/Blue (Black on some

harnesses)

Blue/White (black on some

harnesses)

White (Bundled in Encoder

cable)

White/Green (Green on some

harnesses)

Function Details

Keep Alive Power (10-30 volts,

always on)

EFIS-D10A Transmit / PC Serial

Receive (RS-232)

EDC-D10A Data B

EDC-D10A Power (12V)

Serial Encoder Transmit (RS-232)

Serial Encoder Ground

EFIS-D10A Receive / PC Serial

Transmit (RS-232)

EDC-D10A Data A

Page 3-3

Page 3-4

Page 3-1

Page 7-32

Page 3-4

Page 3-1

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Wiring Overview

WIRING SYSTEM OVERVIEW

The following block diagram depicts the basic layout of the EFIS DB25 electrical connections and is for reference only. Read the specific instructions for each connection prior to installation. The colors shown refer to the Dynon-supplied EFIS harness.

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3. INSTRUMENT INSTALLATION

This section provides you with the information needed to physically and electrically install the EFIS-D10A.

Selecting a Remote Compass Module Location

Finding a good location for the EDC-D10A remote compass module is critical to an accurate EFIS-D10A heading display. Keep in mind that calibration can compensate for small static magnetic fields superimposed

upon the earth’s field; it cannot take into account dynamic effects like AC currents, non-constant DC currents and non-stationary ferrous material (e.g., an electric turn coordinator). Use the following suggestions to help you find a good location for your EDC-D10A.

 Keep the EDC-D10A away

from any source of magnetic fields (such as electrical equipment and currentcarrying wires) and ferrous material.

 Move a handheld compass throughout the

space surrounding your location to get a rough idea of the suitability of your chosen location. If the needle deviates significantly from magnetic north in any given area, that location would not be ideal for the EDC-D10A.

The EDC-D10A can be mo unted

anywhere in the aircraft (away from magnetic interference) such that its pitch is as close to that of the EFIS-D10A as possible. It does not need to be directly along any axis of the EFISD10A. It should be mounted with the long axis parallel to the wings, the electrical connector facing toward the front of the plane, and the mounting tabs on the bottom. The bracket used to hold the EDC-D10A must hold th EDC-D10A at the same pitch, roll, and yaw as the EFIS-D10A with

EFIS-D10A Installation Guide 3-1

Side view of EDC-D10A, tabs mounted

down and aligned within 1 degree of pitch

Connector forward and

tabs mounted down

with EFIS-D10A

Connector toward direction of flight

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respect to the airframe. We recommend that you use an electronic level, if available, t make sure the EDC-D10A is alignedo with the EFIS-D10A to better than 1 degree.

 All mounting hardware needs to be made from non-ferrous material such as aluminum,

plastic, or brass. Many stainless steel screws are magnetic. If the item is attracted to a magnet, it should not be used in the installation. The EDC-D10A needs to be mounted in a location as free from magnetic interference as possible. This means keeping the EDCD10A away from any ferrous nuts, bolts, and screws, aircraft tubing, as well as from wires or devices carrying any appreciable current such as strobe light wiring, autopilot servos, or other electronics.

EDC-D10A Communication Cable

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO POWER UP THE EFIS-D10A WITH THE EDC CABLE

LEADS EXPOSED (UNSHEATHED) AND NOT INSTALLED IN THE DB9 CONNECTOR. SHORTING THESE CONNECTIONS WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE UNIT.

Like the RS-232 PC Communication cable, the EDC-D10A communications cable terminates in

a standard female DB9 connector. While they look similar, do not plug the EDC cable into a PC

or vice versa. The following table outlines the four connections that must be made to ensure proper communication between the EFIS-D10A and the EDC-D10A remote compass module. The Dynon-supplied harness colors are listed, as well.

EFIS

DB25 pin#

11 5 EDC Data B White/Orange (or Red) 12 6 EDC Power White/Blue (or Black) 23 9 EDC Data A White/Green (or Green) 24 1 EDC Ground White

The EDC cable in the harness supplied by Dynon consists of 4 conductors, surrounded by a metal shield and white insulation. These 4 wires are terminated with crimped female D-sub pins wrapped in plastic tubing. If you are building your own cable, we recommend that you use shielded cable as well.

 With the 25-pin EFIS harness disconnected from the EFIS-D10A, carefully cut or pull the

tubing off the 4 D-sub pins.

 Route the cable to the EDC-D10A mounting location chosen according to the instructions

above.

 Install the female pins in the correct holes on the included DB9 connector, according to

the chart above. Note that Dynon has shipped harnesses with different colors for the EDC cable; determine your connections using the two sets of colors in the table above.

 Install the back shell around the DB9 connector.

Correct wiring installation can be easily verified once completed. Power on the EFIS-D10A with the EDC-D10A connected to it. Observe the displayed heading and then hold one of the earpieces of a headset near the front of the EFIS-D10A. If the EDC-D10A is correctly wired, you should see no change in the displayed heading when the headset earpiece and its magnetic

EDC

DB9 pin# Function Wire color

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speaker is near the EFIS-D10A. If you see a substantial change in heading, there is a communication problem between the EFIS-D10A and the EDC-D10A.

The metal shield around the EDC communication cable is connected to the short black/white wire emanating from the DB25. Connect this wire to ground close to the EFIS-D10A, ideally the panel.

Power Inputs

The EFIS-D10A has three separate power inputs, located on the DB25 EFIS connector. Of the three, only Master Power is required to operate the instrument. The other two inputs provide redundancy. Below is a table that explains the three inputs and their purposes. All three of these inputs share a common ground signal, wired to pin 3 on the EFIS connector.

EFIS

DB25

pin#

1 Master

2 Keep Alive

3 Master

15 External

Function EFIS DB25

Power

Ground

Backup

Power

Description

wire color

Red Provides primary power to the instrument. The

EFIS-D10A will switch on upon application of power. Connect to a switched power source. Will not be adversely affected by engine cranking.

Yellow A very low current power input which is only

used if both Master and External Backup Power are not applied. Keep Alive draws just enough current to keep the clock running. It draws less than 1 milliamp of current when not charging the internal backup battery.

Dynon Avionics recommends not connecting the Keep Alive wire when the EFIS-D10A has an internal battery installed or is connected to a GPS. Keep Alive is only used in installations with no battery or GPS to keep the clock running when the unit is powered off.

Black Connect to ground. Must carry as much as 2

amps.

(Not wired in

Dynon

harness)

Will operate the EFIS-D10A only if Master Power is not present. The transition from Master Power to External Backup Power will bring up a warning, requiring you to press ACK within 30 seconds to keep the unit operating. This warning will also display when transitioning from either Master or External Backup to Internal Battery power.

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Serial Communication Cable

More Information Is Available Online: Serial communication to non-Dynon devices,

and interfacing of other devices in general can be involved and detailed. This Installation Guide is intended to provide general installation advice for the most common devices and situations. Dynon’s Documentation Wiki provides enhanced, extended, frequently updated online documentation contributed by Dynon employees and customers at

wiki.dynonavionics.com.

The EFIS-D10A has one RS-232 serial port that can be used for several purposes. This serial port can only be configured for one purpose at a time.

The EFIS Serial port (DB25) is used for:

 Connecting to a PC, and using the Dynon Avionics Product Support Program to perform

firmware upgrades, configure checklists, and download internal logs. The Help Files of the Support Program provide detailed instructions on these functions. The latest version of the Product Support Program is available on the Dynon web site at

downloads.dynonavionics.com.

 Connecting serial devices such as a GPS receiver or an SL30.  “Streaming” real-time EFIS flight data to an external serial device for recording. For data

formats and other information, see the Appendix in the EFIS-D10A Pilot’s User Guide. Note that for the purposes of logging data, version 5.0 of EFIS-D10A firmware added internal data logging and retrieval via the Dynon Product Support Program.

When an optional HS34 Expansion Module is connected to your Dynon DSAB network,

all GPS and NAV radios must be connected to it. This simplifies the connection and usage of multiple serial devices. The HS34 also provides interfaces to non-serial devices such as those with only analog and ARINC-429 interfaces.

PC USB CONNECTION

If you do not have a serial port on your PC, you may use a USB-to-Serial adapter to connect the EFIS-D10A to your PC’s USB port. You may purchase an adapter from us, Radio Shack, or

many computer stores. If you are using Windows 2000 or XP, ensure that the adapter driver CD

is inserted in your PC before plugging the adapter into the USB port for the first time. If you are

using Windows Vista, ensure that you are connected to the Internet and do not use the driver

CD; the operating system will download the correct driver. Also, do not have your EFIS-D10A plugged into the USB-to-Serial adapter while installing the driver.

EFIS SERIAL HARNESS

On the EFIS 25-pin wiring harness available from Dynon, there are three wires bundled together, terminating in a standard DB9-pin female connector. This cable is 6’ long and pre-assembled for connection to a PC-based laptop. Route this cable to a convenient location that can

EFIS

DB25

Pin#

9 5 Black Signal ground

10 2 Orange EFIS-D10A transmit /

22 3 Yellow EFIS-D10A receive /

DB9 Pin#

Wire

Color

RS-232 Function

device receive

device transmit

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be accessed whenever you need to update your product’s firmware or checklists.

If you did not purchase a harness from Dynon, obtain a 9-pin D-sub connector and make the three connections shown in the table.

To verify proper communication between the EFIS-D10A and the PC, use the Dynon Avionics Product Support Program’s “Detect Firmware Version” function. Download the latest version of the Support Program from the Dynon Web Site at download.dynonavionics.com.

SL30 and/or GPS connection

Depending on the number and types of Dynon units you own, you have several options for connecting a GPS unit and/or Garmin/Apollo SL30 to your Dynon system. The GPS can be used as a data source for the EFIS, HSI, and Fuel pages, as well as Dynon’s EFIS-based Autopilot. The SL30 can be used as a VOR, localizer, or ILS (localizer + glideslope) source for the HSI. If you wish to connect a GPS and/or SL30 to your Dynon system, read the section below which corresponds to your set of Dynon products.

If your system has an HS34, it is required that all

GPS and NAV devices are connected to the HS34. The EFIS-D10A does not support directly connected GPS and NAV devices when an HS34 is installed in the system. Refer to the HS34 Installation and Configuration section on page 7-10 for device connection details.

To use the GPS-related features on your EFIS and/or EMS, your GPS must output either “aviation format” or the following NMEA sentences in its serial stream: $GPRMC, $GPRMB, $GPGGA, and one of $GPBOD or $GPAPB. You must also have a supported cable that exposes your GPS’s serial transmit line. If you own a Garmin 430 or 530, in the UNITS/MAGVAR option, set the MAGVAR to AUTO. The EFIS-D10A auto-detects most GPSs, but may require a manual setting for some. This is true for communication with at least the Garmin 480 and maybe others such as the GX50, and GX60, and Bendix/King Skymap IIIc. From the EFIS menu, enter SETUP >HSI >EFIS_SERIAL; from the EMS menu enter SETUP >GLOBAL >EMS SERIAL. In that menu select the INPUT to be AVIATION and the BAUD RATE to be 9600.

GPS units with limited functionality

AnywhereMap Does not output all needed

Garmin

(Apollo) GNS

480

A frequently updated list of compatible GPS

units and settings is available at our

GPS units known to work

AvMap EKP-IV (v2.06.116R,

NMEA set to “processed”)

Bendix/King Skymap (set to

AR NAV 9600 output)

Garmin

96, 96c, 150XL, 195, 196, 295,

296, 396, 400*, 420*, 430*,

430W*, 496, 500*, 520*,

530*, 530W*, GX60, GX65

Lowrance handhelds

* Do not output time over

serial; ARINC connection via

HS34 required to receive time.

A frequently updated list of

compatible GPS units and

settings is available at our

Documentation Wiki at

wiki.dynonavionics.com.

sentences. Time output is

wrong.

Possibly works with latest

Dynon product firmware,

but untested. Requires

manual configuration. See

note at left. Fully

compatible via ARINC

into optional HS34.

Documentation Wiki at

wiki.dynonavionics.com.

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The following connection schemes assume that the external devices share a common ground with the Dynon product(s). If your GPS is battery powered, and not normally connected to aircraft ground, you must connect the ground pin on its serial output to a ground common to the EFIS-D10A.

When a Dynon product is connected to a GPS, it will synchronize its Zulu clock to the time reported by the GPS. However, some GPSs, such as the Garmin 430 and 530, do not report time in their serial output stream. Dynon products have no way to synchronize to these GPSs’ clocks.

Read the section below that corresponds to your configuration of Dynon products. All EFISbased product configurations direct you to connect your external device to PC serial receive (pin

22) on your Dynon EFIS product. You may make this connection at any point between pin 22 on the EFIS DB25 and pin 3 on the connected DB9 EFIS/PC connector. If you purchased your harness from Dynon Avionics, it may have a yellow/green wire provided for this purpose.

IF YOU OWN ONLY AN EFIS-D10A OR EFIS-D100

Connect the GPS or SL30 transmit line into pin 22 on the DB25 connector. This is the same Serial Rx line that is used for firmware updates. You will need a way to disconnect this when you plug your EFIS into a PC for firmware updates and checklists.

If you have both a GPS unit and an SL30, you will need to wire the two transmit lines to a 3-way switch; connect the output of the switch into pin 22 on the EFIS harness. You will use this switch to toggle between GPS, SL30 and a disconnected state. The HSI auto-detects the switched instrument and will change modes automatically.

IF YOU OWN TWO EFIS-ONLY UNITS

When 2 EFIS-only units are connected via DSAB, only the DSAB Bus Master’s serial port is active.

If you have only one serial device (GPS or SL30), connect its transmit line to pin 22 on the DB25 connector of the EFIS that you have chosen to be the Bus Master. This is the same Serial Rx line that is used for firmware updates. You will need a way to disconnect this when you plug your EFIS into a PC for firmware updates and checklists.

If you have both a GPS unit and an SL30, you have two options:

 Wire the 2 devices’ transmit lines to a switch, allowing you to select the serial device active

on the HSI screen.

 Do not connect the two EFIS units together via DSAB. You may then wire one device to one

EFIS’ pin 22, and the other device to the other EFIS. Of course, the EFIS devices would be independent and unable to share GPS or SL30 data.

You will need a way to disconnect both lines when you plug your EFIS into a PC for firmware updates and checklists.

IF YOU OWN ONLY AN EMS-D10 OR EMS-D120

We recommend that you only connect a GPS to an EMS-only system; without the magnetic heading from an EFIS, the HSI page will not be functional. Connect the GPS transmit line to pin 19 on the EMS DB37 connector. This connection will give you fuel endurance information

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(range, MPG, etc) on the fuel page and GPS information only (track, ground-speed, course, etc) on the HSI page. There is no need to break this connection when doing PC updates.

IF YOU OWN AN EMS AND AN EFIS (NOT FLIGHTDEK-D180)

First, ensure that your EMS and EFIS are connected as described in Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) Wiring on page 3-11.

If you only have either the GPS or SL30 (but not both), connect the GPS or SL30 transm

it line to pin 19 on the EMS DB37 connector. This is labeled “Aux Serial Receive.” With either a GPS or an SL30 connected, you are able to display an HSI on either product; with a GPS connected, you are able to display EMS fuel economy displays.

If you have a GPS and an SL30, connect the GPS to pin 19 on the EMS DB37 connector.

Connect the SL30 to pin 22 on the EFIS DB25 connector. This will allow you to flip between GPS and SL30 inputs. You can use either the SL30 or GPS as the NAV source on the EFIS product. You will need to disconnect the SL30 from the EFIS when doing software updates.

IF YOU OWN ONLY A FLIGHTDEK-D180

Connect the SL30 unit to pin 22 on the EFIS DB25 connector, and the GPS to pin 19 on the EMS DB37 connector. You can display either source on the HSI using the softkeys. You will need to disconnect the SL30 from the EFIS when doing software updates.

IF YOU OWN A FLIGHTDEK-D180 AND AN EFIS

Connect the SL30 unit to pin 22 on the FlightDEK’s EFIS connector (vertical DB25) and the GPS to pin 19 on the EMS DB37 connector. You can display either source on the HSI, and you can display either on the standalone EFIS as well (provided you have connected the DSAB A & B lines from the FlightDEK-D180 to the standalone EFIS product). You will need to disconnect the SL30 from the FlightDEK-D180 when doing software updates.

Do not connect any serial devices to the secondary EFIS device. It will only display data from the serial devices connected to the master FlightDEK-D180.

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Altitude Encoder Wiring

The EFIS-D10A outputs its altitude measurements in one of four standard serial outputs and is readable by many modern transponders. The EFIS-D10A will function properly whether or not this altitude encoder functionality is used. To use the EFISD10A‘s altitude encoder functionality, simply wire the 2 encoder connections (GND and Encoder Transmit) from the DB25 connector to their respective connections on your transponder.

Per ATC/FAA requirements, the serial encoder output of the EFIS-D10A reports pressure altitude, which, by definition, is indicated altitude when the baro is set to

29.92. So, when you set your EFIS-D10A‘s baro adjustment to 29.92, its indicated altitude will match the altitude that is being reported to your transponder.

If your transponder requires parallel Gray code input, and you wish to use the EFISD10A as your altitude encoder, you will need to purchase Dynon Avionics’ Encoder Serialto-Parallel Converter. Please refer to page 732 for more information on the installation of this option.

EFIS

DB25

pin# Function Wire color

Encoder

21 Ground White

serial

transmit

Blue/White

(or black)

There are four different serial formats used by transponders. The EFIS-D10A can output any of these formats. To select which format the EFISD10A sends out its serial encoder output port, you must choose the appropriate format via the menu system. When the menu system is displayed, enter the MORE > SETUP > MORE > ALTENC. When in the Altitude Encoder Setup menu, you can toggle the resolution of the output between 10 and 100 feet; this accommodates some transponders which can input and display altitude in 10 foot increments. In this menu, you can also select between the four different output formats, which are described below.

Dynon’s supplied EFIS harness has a serial altitude encoder cable which consists of 2 conductors, surrounded by a metal shield and white insulation. Dynon has shipped harnesses with different colors for Encoder serial transmit line. Determine your connections using the table at right. Connect the Encoder serial transmit to your transponder’s serial input or to Dynon’s Serial-to-Parallel Converter as described in the Encoder Serial-to-Gray Code Converter

llation section on page 7-32 in the Appendix.

Insta

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SERIAL ALTITUDE FORMATS

There are four formats used by serial transponders. Choose the correct format for your transponder in the ALTENC menu, using the FRMAT button.

Format 1

Used By

Baud rate

Format

Example message

Format 2

Used By

Baud rate

Format

Example message

Format 3

Used By

Baud rate

Format

Example message

Dynon Encoder Serial-to-Parallel Converter, Garmin AT

(formerly UPS Aviation Technologies) 1200 #AL, space, +/-sign, five altitude bytes, T+25, checksum,

carriage return #AL +05200T+25D7[CR]

Magellan 1200 $MGL, +/- sign, five altitude digits, T+25, checksum, carriage

return $MGL+05200T+25E3[CR]

Northstar, Garmin 2400 ALT, space, five altitude bytes, carriage return ALT 05200[CR]

Format 4

Used By

Baud rate

Format

Example message

Garmin GTX330 (set on Icarus input), Garmin GTX327 (set on Icarus input), Garmin GTX328, Icarus, Trimble

9600 ALT, space, five altitude bytes, carriage return ALT 05200[CR]

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Audio Alert Output

The EFIS-D10A has an audio alert output for sounding AOA and altitude alarms through an intercom or audio panel.

DB25

pin#

18 Green EFIS Audio Alert Output

Color Function

If you have purchased and installed an HS34 and/or an AP74, we recommend that you

only connect the HS34 audio output or AP74 audio output (but not both) to your audio

panel. The HS34 or AP74 audio output provides voice and tone outputs for both EMSand EFIS-related alerts. When the HS34 or AP74 audio output is connected, it is not necessary to connect the audio outputs of other Dynon Avionics devices. Connecting the

HS34 audio output and the AP74 audio output in parallel will result in distorted audio.

Refer to the HS34 Wiring section on page 7-10 for more information.

Connect the alarm output from the EFIS-D10A to the outside terminal of a 10 kΩ variable resistor (not included). Ensure that audio outputs are connected similar to the following diagram. The 10 kΩ variable resistor can be obtained from Radio Shack (P/N 271-1715) or other electronics suppliers.

Outside terminal

Center terminal

Outside terminal

To EFIS-D10A Audio Alert Out

To intercom/audio panel auxiliary input.

To ground

To set the volume of the AOA alarm, you will need your EFIS-D10A powered on and the alarm output wired as described above. Enter the EFIS menu by pressing any button (except the leftmost or rightmost) beneath an EFIS page. Press MORE > SETUP > MORE > MORE > MORE > AOAALM. In that menu, press the TEST button. While the button is held down, the AOA alarm will sound. Adjust the variable resistor until the volume in the intercom or audio panel is at an acceptable level.

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Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) Wiring

The Dynon Smart Avionics Bus is the only way Dynon products can communicate with one another, providing features such as data sharing and alarm notification. DSAB is a multidrop bus, meaning several devices can be connected to the same 2 wires. If you have an EMS and EFIS product connected via their serial ports through a null modem, you should disconnect this legacy interface.

You must connect the DSAB A connection (pin 4) on the EFIS DB25 female harness to the DSAB A connection for the next device in the chain. Do likewise for the DSAB B connection (pin 5). Some products – like the EFIS series and the HS34 – have only one pair of DSAB connections on the back connector; other products – like the EMS series – have two pairs, for wiring convenience. If you have 3 or more devices in your system, and one of them is an EMSseries product, we recommend that you locate it in the middle of your wiring scheme as shown below. This eliminates the need to splice two wires together.

EFIS

DB25

pin#

Function

4 DSAB-A Green 5 DSAB-B Blue

Wire

color

Wherever possible, ensure that the two DSAB wires (DSAB A and B) are run as a

twisted pair. This minimizes the system’s susceptibility to electrical noise.

Refer to the DSAB Configuration chapter on page 5-1 for detailed instructions on configuring your DSAB network.

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Panel Location and Mounting

The diagram at right shows the outside dimensions of the front bezel of the EFISD10A. Note that the instrument is about seven inches deep and the supplied harness extends three inches more. Use the dimensions (in inches) found on the diagram to plan for the space required by the instrument. Take the following considerations into account when s a mounting location for the EFIS-D10

electing

Avoid placing

the instrument near heater

vents or any source of extremely hot or cold air. Keep in mind that the air

surrounding the EFIS-D10A during operation may be no warmer than 50 C to ensure accurate operation. Plan a panel location that allows convenient viewing of the instrument with no obstruction. When flying straight an

d level, the panel angle from vertical may not be greater than +/- 30 degrees. The unit must also be p

arallel to the roll axis of the aircraft (although not necessarily located along it), and have no significant roll angle in the panel. The firmware supports an adju

stm

ent for panel tilt, but not for mounting errors in yaw or roll. Correct attitude performance depends on mounting the EFIS-D10A square with the direction of flight.

You have two optio

ns for mounting the EFIS-D10A into your panel: standard or flush. You may use the optional flush-mount bracket, allowing the face of the EFIS-D10A to be flush with your panel. If you opted to receive the flush mount bracket, please skip to Option 2 below. If you opted not to receive this bracket and wish to perform the standard install, follow the options in Option 1 below.

OPTION 1: NO MOUNTING BRA

CKET

U e

sing this option, you will b

mounting the EFIS-D10A direc

tly

into your panel. The front bezel of

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the unit will extend beyond the plane of your panel by 0.8”.

Installation of the EFIS-D10A main unit should only be completed once all other physical and electrical installations have been performed. This will ensure that last-minute adjustments will not have to be made with the EFIS-D10A mounted in the panel.

The diagram above shows the dimensions expected for the proper installation of the EFIS-D10A into your panel using no mounting bracket. All units are in inches. Push the EFIS-D10A through the main panel hole. The four studs on the back of the EFIS-D10A will fit into the four mounting holes having dimensions listed in the diagram. Place one of the four supplied washers on each stud before pushing the EFIS-D10A into place in the panel, putting the washers in between the EFIS-D10A and the panel. Place one of the 4 supplied mounting nuts on the end of each of the 4 studs protruding from the back of the panel. Secure the nuts tightly against the panel to complete the installation.

OPTION 2: FLUSH-MOUNT BRACKET

Make a rectangular cutout in your panel, ensuring that it allows the front panel of the EFISD10A to fit. The cutout required should have the dimensions 4.09” wide by 3.39” tall with corner radii of 0.125”. You also need to drill four 0.164” holes in your panel at the four locations shown on the diagram below (two above and two below the rectangular cutout). Install #6 plate nuts on the back side of the bracket. Place one of the supplied washers onto each of the four mounting studs on the EFIS-D10A and then slide the flush mount bracket over the EFIS-D10A. The bracket should wrap around the bezel of the EFIS-D10A. Place one of the 4 supplied nuts on each of the 4 studs and tighten the nuts. The EFIS-D10A/bracket can now be installed from behind your panel using the #6 screws through the previously drilled holes.

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Connecting Static & Pitot Lines

The AOA, pitot, and static ports on the back of the EFIS-D10A are equipped with 1/8” NPT Female fittings. To attach your pitot and static lines to the back of the EFIS-D10A, you must use standard 1/8” NPT Male fittings at the end of each of the lines.

To install, simply connect your static and pitot sources to the EFIS-D10A, T’ing off of existing lines if performing a retrofit. View the following back view diagram the placement of your pressure lines.

Use two wrenches to both hold the brass fitting on the EFIS-D10A and secure the mating

pressure line fittings to the corresponding locations on the back of the EFIS-D10A. Do not over-

tighten or allow the brass fittings to rotate.

If you purchased Dynon’s AOA pitot tube, note that it has pitot and AOA ports on it, but not static. You will need to provide your own source of static pressure for the EFIS-D10A and any other instrument in your panel which requires it.

The EFIS-D10A’s attitude calculation requires either airspeed (from pitot and static) or GPS data. To ensure proper operation, at least one of these data sources must be available. We recommend the EFIS-D10A be connected to pitot and static systems in all installations.

Pitot

AOA

Stati

Static

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4. EFIS CALIBRATION AND CONFIGURATION

During manufacture, your EFIS-D10A underwent a comprehensive calibration, verification, and burn-in routine that minimizes setup time and ensures that your EFIS meets Dynon’s stringent performance specifications. To account for your individual preferences and your aircraft’s particular setup, there are a few simple calibration and configuration steps that you must complete before using your EFIS-D10A. This section takes you through these steps to make sure that you have properly installed and configured your EFIS-D10A.

It is your responsibility to fly your plane safely while performing any configuration or

calibration in flight. The best scenario would include a second person to perform any necessary steps on the unit.

Ensuring Proper Installation

Turn your unit on by energizing the aircraft power to which it is connected. Ensure that the

screen is bright and readable and that all instrument displays appear. If a desired display item is not present, refer to the User’s Guide to use the CLUTTR feature to display the missing item.

Setting Zero Pitch (In flight)

For the purposes of this setting, level is defined as the attitude at which the aircraft’s

longitudinal axis is parallel to the ground. For most aircraft, the attitude the aircraft assumes at normal cruise speeds will be acceptable. Additionally, this feature should not be used to “zero out” pitch when the aircraft is at an attitude other than level. Do not think of this adjustment as you would the parallax adjustment on a normal attitude indicator. Instead, think of it as a calibration step which is not changed often.

With your aircraft flying straight and level, enter the EFIS > SETUP > PITCH menu. Press INC or DEC until the horizon line intersects the center of the crosshairs. It is important that this be done while the aircraft is level to ensure proper pitch and roll display throughout all maneuvers.

Compass Heading Calibration

This section guides you through the calibration and configuration of your magnetic heading indication. Prior to calibrating your EFIS-D10A’s internal sensors or remote EDC-D10A, you must configure the local magnetic inclination and magnetic intensity as described in the sections below.

In a DSAB network, the Bus Master’s heading is used as the only heading source for all

connected instruments. However, in the event of a DSAB failure, EFIS instruments revert to their local heading source. In a system already using a shared heading, you may still configure and calibrate the local heading source. As soon as you bring up any of the magnetic calibration menus (MAGINC, MAGCAL, MAGADJ, MAGINT), the heading and DG displays switch to display the locally-derived heading indication. The display stays on that source until exiting the magnetic configuration menu. If you do not have an EDC-D10A connected, REMOTE COMPASS NOT DETECTED is displayed when in any of these menus.

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SETTING MAGNETIC INCLINATION ANGLE AND INTENSITY (REQUIRED)

To calibrate your EFIS-D10A heading, you must input your location’s current magnetic

inclination angle and intensity. Before doing this, you must obtain these two values for the geographic location where you will be performing the calibration. Note that this

procedure only needs to be done once, prior to magnetic calibration. Moving the aircraft

to another location does not require repeating this procedure.

Obtaining Magnetic Inclination and Intensity

1. Browse to web page: www.dynonavionics.com/docs/maginfo.html. (Looking up this

information does not have to be done on a computer at the plane, with live Internet access.)

2. The Dynon Avionics “Magnetic Inclination and Intensity” web page is updated as

needed; it contains a link to a NOAA web pages and instructions for easily finding your local magnetic inclination and intensity by inputting your ZIP code (in the US) or your latitude and longitude and inputting the resulting data into your Dynon EFIS.

3. Follow the instructions listed on the web page, especially clicking the “Compute

Magnetic Field Values” button at the bottom of the linked page – the values required by

your Dynon EFIS will be displayed only after clicking that button. If you are near the equator or in the southern hemisphere, note that the inclination may be negative number.

Entering inclination and intensity into the EFIS-D10A

1. Enter the inclination setup menu by pressing any button beneath an EFIS page (except the

far left or far right hotkeys), then MORE > SETUP > MORE > MORE > MAGINC

2. Press INC or DEC to increment or decrement the displayed inclination angle. Press and

hold to change values more rapidly.

3. When the display shows the magnetic inclination angle for your location, press BACK to

leave the menu.

4. Enter the magnetic intensity setup menu by pressing any button beneath an EFIS page

(except the far left or far right hotkeys), then MORE > SETUP > MORE > MORE > MAGINT

5. Press SEL to change the digit being incremented or decremented. Press INC or DEC to

increment or decrement the selected digit. Press and hold to change values more rapidly.

6. When the display shows the magnetic intensity for your location, press BACK to leave

the menu.

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EFIS-D10A (INTERNAL) HEADING CALIBRATION (ON GROUND AND IN FLIGHT)

NOTE: if you own the EDC-D10A Remote Compass Module, you do not need to perform this set of steps. Skip to the next section for calibration of the remote compass.

Because our goal is to give the EFIS-D10A a compass that is accurate in all attitudes, our user magnetic calibration process is more comprehensive than that for many other products. The magnetic field vector in North America is predominantly vertical; this requires that any complete calibration maneuver bank the aircraft significantly in order to accurately map out the unique magnetic signature of your plane in this three-dimensional field. Therefore, a large

It is crucial that compass heading calibration be done after the unit is completely integrated into your panel. If the unit is calibrated away from the panel and then inserted at a later time, it will be improperly biased by the unique magnetic field characteristics of your plane.

quantity of data needs to be recorded in a variety of attitudes. Simpler calibration processes do not perform these steps and suffer by being accurate only at level attitudes. When properly completed, a magnetic calibration of this complexity will produce a compass that is accurate during banked maneuvers. Note that the EDC-D10A remote compass calibration process is not as complex because it is assumed that you have mounted it in a more magnetically clean environment. Three dimensional calibration has already been done on the EDC-D10A at the factory.

Before proceeding with the calibration, ensure that you have determined and entered the magnetic inclination (dip angle) as described above.

Performing the calibration

Perform the first portion of the heading calibration on the ground in an area where you can accurately determine magnetic North such as on a compass rose. You must also have enough room to perform a 540 turn on the ground as described below. Turn the EFIS-D10A on and let it warm up for 10-15 minutes before proceeding. Turn all instruments on that you would normally be operating during a flight, including the engine.

During magnetic calibration, do not turn the power off on the EFIS-D10A. This will cause any recorded compass calibration data to be lost; the calibration will need to be restarted.

1. Enter the EFIS calibration menu by pressing any button beneath an EFIS page (except the

far left or far right hotkeys), then MORE > SETUP > MORE > MORE > MAGCAL. You should see a menu that reads GNDNRT, AIRRGT, and AIRLFT. If it reads NORTH, EAST, SOUTH, and WEST, you have the EDC-D10A installed and should proceed with the EDC-D10A heading calibration as described on the following page.

2. With the plane in the normal flight state (engine running, all instruments and avionics

on), align the plane to point as close as possible to magnetic North. Press the GNDNRT button (the button’s text will toggle to DONE – do not press this until the maneuver is complete) and hold the plane still for 10 seconds. After the 10 seconds of holding still, maneuver the plane smoothly to the right through 540 degrees of heading change at a rate of 20 to 30 seconds per 90 degrees of change; the whole maneuver should take between 2 and 3 minutes. At the end of the maneuver, the aircraft will be pointing magnetic South.

At this point, press DONE. If at any time, you make a mistake, press DONE, align the

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aircraft to point to magnetic North and repeat the process, starting with pushing the GNDNRT button.

3. Now proceed to take off for the in-flight part of the calibration. After reaching a safe

altitude, head the plane as close as possible to magnetic North. Press the AIRRGT button (again, the button’s text will toggle to DONE – wait until completing the maneuver before pressing this), and continue holding a steady North heading for 10 seconds. Then make a 30 degree banked turn to the right for 540 degrees. The maneuver ends with the aircraft pointing South. Fly the maneuver as smooth as possible since this will give you better results. At the end of the maneuver, while still pointing South, press the DONE button.

4. Maneuver the aircraft to point to magnetic North again. Press the AIRLFT button

(toggling it to DONE – again, refrain from pressing until the maneuver is complete). Continue holding a steady heading (North) for 10 seconds, and then make a 30 degree banked turn to the left for 540 degrees. The maneuver ends with the aircraft pointing South. Fly the maneuver as smooth as possible since this will give you better results. At the end of the maneuver, while still pointing South, press the DONE button.

5. At any point in the calibration, you may redo a maneuver by pressing the appropriate

button and repeating that step. The order in which you do the 3 maneuvers is not critical as long as all three maneuvers are performed completely without cycling the power to the EFIS-D10A.

6. When you are satisfied with the three maneuvers, press END. This will cause the EFIS-

D10A to calculate the values needed for calibration. This process can take as long as 10 minutes, during which your EFIS-D10A will appear “frozen.” A message will be displayed onscreen: CALCULATING MAGNETIC CALIBRATION VALUES.

7. Wait for the message CALIBRATION COMPLETE before attempting to use the EFIS-

D10A or remove power. Press BACK to leave the menu.

At this point the calibration is complete. We suggest you evaluate the performance of the EFISD10A heading feature, preferably on a compass rose, and decide if the performance is acceptable to you. If the resultant compass accuracy is not acceptable, you can either repeat the calibration process attempting to fly the maneuvers more smoothly, or purchase, install, and calibrate the Dynon Avionics EDC-D10A Remote Compass.

You will need to repeat this process anytime you move the EFIS-D10A to a new location in your plane or change the magnetic or electrical characteristics of the nearby environment (i.e. adding

or removing other electrical instruments). Changing geographic location should have no effect on your heading readings after a user calibration.

Troubleshooting

During the calibration process you may receive one of the following errors. Next to each one is the corrective action required.

 WARNING: MAGNETIC INCLINATION NOT SET. You have not entered the magnetic

inclination into the EFIS-D10A yet. Please see the “Entering the Inclination Angle” section above.

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 ERR: NOT ENOUGH DATA FOR XXXXXX TURN. One of the 3 maneuvers did not take

enough time for the EFIS-D10A to collect enough data. Please perform just the listed maneuver again, ensuring that you take at least 2 minutes to perform the turn.

 ERR: HOLD N LONGER BEFORE XXXXXX TURN. The EFIS-D10A did not see enough

data for the 10 second north-bound section of the turn. Repeat the listed maneuver, ensuring that you spend 10 seconds pointed north before beginning the turn.

 ERR: XXXXXX 540 DEG TURN NOT COMPLETED. The EFIS-D10A did not see a

complete 540 degree turn. Repeat the listed maneuver, ensuring that you turn through the entire 540 degrees, ending up pointed south.

EDC-D10A HEADING CALIBRATION (ON GROUND ONLY)

The procedure for in-plane calibration of the EDC-D10A involves pointing the aircraft in four directions and taking data at each direction using the EFIS-D10A. The EFIS-D10A will then perform some calculations to ensure an accurate calibration.

During magnetic calibration, do not turn the power off on the EFIS-D10A. This will

cause any recorded compass calibration data to be lost; the calibration will need to be restarted.

To perform the calibration, you will need the following:

1. EFIS-D10A and EDC-D10A installed in aircraft.

2. Magnetic inclination angle and intensity properly entered into the EFIS-D10A per the

section above.

3. An accurate method of aligning the aircraft with magnetic North, East, South, and West,

such as an airport’s compass rose.

Once you have the installation completed, have verified that your EDC-D10A communicates with the EFIS-D10A (via the headphone test described in the installation section), and have located a suitable place to perform the calibration, perform the following steps:

1. Turn on the EFIS-D10A and allow it to warm up for at least 15 minutes before

performing the calibration.

2. Align the aircraft pointing magnetic North as closely as possible.

3. On the EFIS-D10A, enter the menu system by pressing any button beneath an EFIS page

(except the far left or far right hotkeys) and press MORE > SETUP > MORE > MORE > MAGCAL. You should see a menu that reads NORTH, EAST, SOUTH, and WEST. If you do not, then the EDC-D10A is not properly communicating with your EFIS-D10A.

4. Press the NORTH button; you will see the message, COLLECTING DATA FOR

NORTH along with a 15 second timer. Let the time run out before proceeding.

5. Align the aircraft pointing magnetic East as closely as possible.

6. Press the EAST button; you will see the message, COLLECTING DATA FOR EAST

along with a 15 second timer. Let the time run out before proceeding.

7. Align the aircraft pointing magnetic South as closely as possible.

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8. Press the SOUTH button; you will see the message, COLLECTING DATA FOR

SOUTH along with a 15 second timer. Let the time run out before proceeding.

9. Align the aircraft pointing magnetic West as closely as possible.

10. Press the WEST button; you will see the message, COLLECTING DATA FOR WEST

along with a 15 second timer. Let the time run out before proceeding.

11. Press the END button. This will cause the EFIS-D10A to pause as it calculates. This

pause should last between 1-20 seconds. However, if the collected data is poor, this can take as long as 5 minutes. A message will be displayed onscreen: CALCULATING MAGNETIC CALIBRATION VALUES.

12. Wait for the message CALIBRATION COMPLETE before attempting to use the EFIS-

D10A or remove power. Press BACK to leave the menu.

This completes the EDC-D10A calibration process. The process can be repeated as often as desired. The overall accuracy of the compass depends on the installation location (away from any ferrous materials or current carrying wires or devices), the installation alignment (aligned with the EFIS-D10A in pitch, roll, and yaw), and the calibration procedure (accurately aligning the aircraft with North, East, West, and South and having the correct magnetic inclination angle loaded into the EFIS-D10A). If the compass performance is not adequate for your usage, we suggest that you investigate each of these factors and try to optimize your installation for each factor.

If the heading shown onscreen is off by a small, but constant amount, you can change a heading offset in the EFIS-D10A which will correct this. Orient your plane in a known direction, preferably on a compass rose at the airport. Navigate to the Heading Adjustment menu by pressing MORE > SETUP > MORE > MORE > MAGADJ. Increment or decrement the value of the heading offset until the EFIS-D10A heading corresponds to the direction in which your plane is pointed.

Troubleshooting

During the calibration process you may receive one of the following errors. Next to each one is the corrective action required.

Message Corrective Action

You have not entered the magnetic inclination

WARNING: MAGNETIC INCLINATION

NOT SET.

into the EFIS-D10A yet. Please see the “Entering Magnetic Intensity and Inclination Angle” section

You have not entered the magnetic inclination

WARNING: MAGNETIC INTENSITY NOT

SET.

into the EFIS-D10A yet. Please see the “Entering Magnetic Intensity and Inclination Angle” section

One of the 3 maneuvers did not take enough

ERR: NOT ENOUGH DATA FOR XXXXXX

TURN

time for the EFIS-D10A to collect enough

data. Please perform just the listed maneuver again, ensuring that you take at least 2 minutes

to perform the turn.

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The EFIS-D10A did not see enough data for

ERR: HOLD N LONGER BEFORE

XXXXXX TURN

ERR: XXXXXX 540 DEG TURN NOT

COMPLETED

the 10 second north-bound section of the turn. Repeat the listed maneuver, ensuring that you spend 10 seconds pointed north before beginning the turn.

The EFIS-D10A did not see a complete 540 degree turn. Repeat the listed maneuver, ensuring that you turn through the entire 540 degrees, ending up pointed south.

Configure Airspeed Color Thresholds

To configure the airspeed bar color thresholds for your unit enter the EFIS > SETUP > IASCLR menu. This displays the Airpseed Color Threshold menu. In this menu, enter the values for five airspeed constants (Vso, Vs1, Vfe, Vno, and Vne), each of which has its own button. Enter these values in units of knots, mph, or km/h depending on what airspeed units you are currently using (you may change the displayed airspeed units via EFIS > SETUP > UNITS > IAS).

Perform the following steps for each airspeed constant:

1. Press SEL to select the digit you wish to increment or decrement.

2. Press DEC- or INC+ to decrement or increment the selected digit.

3. Press BACK to return to the previous menu.

You will not be able to see some of the colors until the aircraft has achieved airspeeds in

the range of each threshold.

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5. DSAB CONFIGURATION

This section introduces some concepts that are central to understanding and configuring a network of DSAB-capable Dynon products. It then takes you through a series of simple steps to configure your network, enabling data sharing and HS34 functionality. Do not proceed with DSAB configuration until you perform all installation, calibration, and configuration steps for each instrument with a display. Display-less instruments – such as the HS34 – cannot be fully configured until DSAB is active, although their physical and electrical installation should be complete.

Network Concepts

A few concepts must be understood before configuring a DSABconnected system. The most important is that of Dynon products as

providers of functions to

the network. These various functions are

called roles. Some

products, such as the HS34, only have one role on the network; other products can provide multiple roles at a time. When a device has been assigned to provide a role to the network, no other device on the network can provide that role at the same time.

Assignable

roles by

product

Bus Master

EFIS EMS

OAT

Compass

HS34

Autopilot

AP Control

Panel

Roll/Pitch

Servo

EFIS-D10A/

EFIS-D100

EMS-D10/

EMS-D120

FlightDEK-

D180

X X X X

X X X X X X X

X X X

HS34

SV32/42/52

AP74

The table at right lists all available roles and the products which they can be assigned to. Again, each role can be assigned to no more than one device on the network.

Another important concept is that of the Bus Master. A DSAB-connected network must have at

least one EFIS-based product (EFIS-D10A, EFIS-D100, or FlightDEK-D180), and only an EFISbased product can be assigned the Bus Master role. The Bus Master is the instrument which manages communication on the network. Additionally, if Autopilot servos are installed, the Bus Master is the Autopilot. While the Autopilot can be controlled from slave devices, if the Bus Master is not present, the Autopilot will not function. If the Bus Master is turned off or fails, all data sharing ceases, causing units to display internally-derived data only. When you first perform DSAB network configuration on an EFIS-based instrument, that device is automatically assigned the Bus Master role. Perform DSAB configuration on your primary EFIS-based instrument, as the Bus Master is also the default provider for both the EFIS and Compass roles.

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Example Networks

The following two diagrams present example DSAB-connected networks. These examples illustrate and expand upon some of the concepts discussed above. The first diagram depicts a system without an HS34 connected, demonstrating where NAV and GPS devices should be connected. The second diagram depicts a system with an HS34 connected, demonstrating that all NAV and GPS devices must be connected to the HS34. Both diagrams discuss what devices can be assigned various roles and what happens when DSAB fails.

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Initial Setup

As mentioned at the beginning of this chapter, configure your DSAB network only after all other

installation steps have been performed, including updating all products to the latest version of firmware available from the Dynon Avionics web site at downloads.dynonavionics.com

begin configuration, enter the EFIS > SETUP > DSAB menu. A full-page menu appears with three options: STATUS, CONFIGURATION, and BRIGHTNESS. Push DOWN▼ to select CONFIGURATION and then SEL► to enter the CONFIGURATION submenu. Note that if you press CONFIGURATION from an EMS-only product (via EMS > SETUP > DSAB), the display prompts you to begin the configuration process from an EFIS-based product.

If this is not your first time configuring your DSAB network, a prompt appears asking if you wish to re-configure the network. If you do not want to re-configure, press NO; otherwise, press YES to proceed with configuration as if this is a first-time install.

The first screen in the configuration process asks you to power on all devices in the system before pressing CONFIGURE NOW (button 1 or 2). After doing this, a second screen appears asking you to wait while the instrument detects all other devices connected via DSAB. While doing this, it assigns both the Bus Master and EFIS roles to itself.

During network detection, the Bus Master attempts to automatically assign as many roles as it can. The following table describes the logic used in assigning roles for network devices.

. To

Bus Master

EFIS

EMS

OAT

Compass

AP CTRL

PANEL

HS34

How role is assigned

 Auto-assigned to instrument user is configuring on.  Auto-assigned to instrument user is configuring on.  If one EMS detected, assigned automatically.

 If Bus Master is EMS (i.e., FlightDEK-D180) assigned automatically.  If more than one non-bus-master EMS detected, user must assign.  If one OAT detected, assigned automatically.  If more than one OAT detected, user must assign.  Note that for an OAT to be used it must be connected to an instrument

assigned the EFIS or EMS role (i.e., if configuring DSAB on a FlightDEK-D180 with no OAT attached, the OAT role cannot be assigned to another instrument in the system as the FlightDEK-D180 is already assigned both the EFIS and EMS roles).

 Auto-assigned to instrument providing the EFIS/Bus Master roles.  If one AP74 detected, assigned automatically.  If more than one AP74 detected, error displayed: Not a supported

configuration.

 If one HS34 detected, assigned automatically.  If more than one HS34 detected, error displayed: Not a supported

configuration.

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 Roll Servo and Pitch Servo functions are automatically detected and

ROLL/PITCH

SERVO

If the configuration process could not automatically assign the EMS and OAT roles (because there are 2 or more of either type found on the network), it prompts you to assign each of them to the instrument of your choice. It then presents a list of all instruments on the network capable of being assigned each role. Use the DOWN▼ and UP▲ buttons to select the preferred instrument to provide the given role. The serial number for each unit is displayed next to its product type. Additionally, with an instrument type selected, pressing IDENT changes that instrument’s display to a black screen with the text DSAB IDENT shown. If the instrument you wish to identify is the one which you are currently interacting with, the line changes to read THIS UNIT. When you have selected the preferred provider for the role, press SELECT to continue in the process. If necessary, repeat with the next manually assigned role.

At this point, a screen is displayed, stating:

(X) DEVICES FOUND NETWORK CONFIGURATION IS COMPLETE

assigned during Autopilot Servo Calibration process. See: EFIS > SETUP > AP > SERVO CALIB.

 More than two SV32s or SV42s is not a supported configuration.

Press FINISH to end the configuration. Press UP▲ and SEL► to view the status of all connected DSAB devices. Press UP▲ or DOWN▼ to scroll through all the devices. Crosscheck the displayed devices against what you actually have installed and connected. Ensure that the STATUS for each device is listed as ACTIVE.

You may repeat the configuration process as many times as you wish. Whenever you add or remove an instrument from your network, you must redo the DSAB configuration process.

Note that the following DSAB configurations are not supported:

 More than 1 FlightDEK-D180 in the network  More than 1 HS34 in the network  More than 1 AP74 in the network  More than 2 servos in the network

Network Status

The STATUS submenu displays information on all configured devices, their serial numbers, their roles on the network, and their status.

The first line indicates how many devices are configured on the network. This number is independent of the number of devices actually currently turned on and communicating. It simply reports how many instruments were present during the most recent execution of DSAB configuration.

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The next several lines indicate the available roles that the selected instrument can provide. A “*” is placed next to the roles that the instrument is currently providing to the network. If any of those roles cannot be detected (e.g., the EFIS’s compass has been disconnected), a “?” is displayed next to that role. Any given instrument in the list can have one of the following STATUS messages:

 ACTIVE – The device is communicating normally on DSAB.  STANDALONE – During configuration as Bus Master, no other DSAB devices were

found.

 UPGRADE REQ – Device has a different firmware version than the Bus Master and

thus cannot communicate on DSAB.

 OFFLINE – The specified device cannot communicate on DSAB or is powered off.  PEERS LOST – (Only appears on Bus Master) – The Bus Master was configured with

other DSAB devices present; however, all of them are currently offline.

If an instrument’s STATUS field displays UPGRADE REQ, PEERS LOST, or OFFLINE, all of its provided roles are listed as not detected.

The selected instrument’s serial number is displayed, assisting in identification. Additionally, pressing IDENT causes the selected instrument’s display to display a black screen with the text DSAB IDENT shown. If the instrument you wish to identify is the one which you are currently interacting with, the line changes to read THIS UNIT.

Press DOWN▼ or UP▲ to scroll through each of the other instruments configured in your network.

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6. AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION

Dynon Avionics’ Autopilot (AP) system is a competitively priced product for the Experimental & Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) aircraft market. Unlike standalone AP systems, Dynon’s AP is an enhancement to the Dynon Avionics EFIS-D10A, EFIS-D100, and FlightDEK-D180 products (beginning with firmware version 5.0). The Dynon Avionics AP provides roll (aileron) and/or pitch (elevator) control, leveraging the proven sensors, algorithms, and display systems of Dynon’s modern EFIS products. Another innovative element of the Dynon Avionics AP is that the servomotors (servos) responsible for actuating the control surfaces are “smart” devices. Dynon’s servos not only accept commands from the AP but also report “health,” resistance to commanded movements, motor override (or “slip”), and many other data elements back to the EFIS. This level of communication between AP control and motors provides the pilot with an unprecedented degree of awareness of the overall performance of the AP. Dynon currently offers the following servo models:

Model Number Torque Attachment

SV32 Standard Arm SV32L Long Arm SV32C

SV42 Standard Arm

SV42L* Long Arm

SV42C

36 inch-pounds

Capstan

55 inch-pounds

Capstan

* SV42L servo is a special order item – contact Dynon Technical Support for details.

Dynon also offers the AP74 Autopilot Interface Module, which provides dedicated AP control via panel-mounted buttons and a knob. Dynon offers mounting kits for specific airframes, which include parts and detailed instructions. Additionally, Dynon Avionics supplies a generic mounting kit of basic parts that provides a head start for owners of aircraft not currently supported by our specific kits.

Additional Information and Updates

This guide provides generic mechanical installation guidelines to assist installers while integrating the Autopilot system into many aircraft. If you purchased a plane-specific kit from Dynon Avionics, it contains more detailed drawings and diagrams unique to your aircraft. You

can find the list of Dynon’s aircraft mounting kits on the current Price List / Order Form on

Dynon’s secure web site at store.dynonavionics.com. The drawings and installation instructions of current Dynon Avionics aircraft mounting kits are available on the Dynon web site at

docs.dynonavionics.com

Because the Dynon Avionics Autopilot is a new product and we expect that it will be installed in a wide variety of aircraft, Dynon’s Internet sites provide up-to-date information on installation and operation issues:

wiki.dynonavionics.com

continuously-updated online documentation contributed by Dynon employees and customers.

– Dynon’s Documentation Wiki provides enhanced, extended,

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forum.dynonavionics.com – Dynon’s Online Customer Forum is a resource for Dynon Avionics

customers to discuss installation and operational issues relating to Dynon Avionics products. The Forum is especially useful for pilots with uncommon aircraft or unusual installation issues. For customers that cannot call Dynon Technical Support during our normal business hours, the Forum is a convenient way to interact with Dynon Avionics Technical Support. The Forum allows online sharing of wiring diagrams, photos, and other types of electronic files.

Dynon will continue to develop kits and installation instructions for more aircraft based on demand. It is also expected that aircraft manufacturers will develop their own mounting kits for Dynon servos or offer the Dynon AP as a factory option. If Dynon does not currently offer a mounting kit for your particular aircraft, and you would be inclined to assist in developing a kit and documentation, please send an introductory email message about your interest to:

betatest@dynonavionics.com.

DSAB Firmware Compatibility

All Dynon instruments connected via DSAB must be running the same firmware version

(currently version 5.4). This applies to the servos and AP74 as well. Because the servos and AP74 are updated via the DSAB Bus Master EFIS (the EFIS that you wish to control the AP, and from which you run the CONFIGURE DSAB command), wait until complete mechanical and electrical installation before performing the software upgrade steps. See Firmware Upgrades Required For AP Functionality on page 6-13 for more information.

Compass Calibration Critical For Certain AP Modes

The Dynon Avionics AP requires an accurate magnetic heading to operate efficiently

and comfortably in HDG mode and the radio-based VOR/NAV mode. Therefore it is

critical that the aircraft’s compass be installed correctly, calibrated, and operating well in all attitudes. If you currently have an EFIS-D10A, and are only using the internal

magnetic compass, Dynon strongly recommends the installation and use of the EDCD10A remote-mounted digital magnetic compass, and properly calibrating it per the instructions found in Chapter 4: Instrument Installation.

If the Dynon Avionics AP will be used exclusively in GPS NAV or TRK modes, then absolute accuracy of compass data is somewhat less critical as part of AP operation. But if NAV/GPS data is lost due to an equipment failure, bad data, loss of signal, etc. the AP will “fail over” to HDG mode, which uses the magnetic compass data as its source.

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Autopilot System Electrical Installation

The diagram below provides an overview of the autopilot electrical system. The following sections describe the electrical installation of each subsystem in detail.

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SERVO ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Dynon Avionics’ servos are supplied with 7 un-terminated wires, each about 8” in length. It is the responsibility of the installer to decide on connectors and associated wiring. The 7 wires have the following colors and functions:

Color Function Notes

Red

Black

Green

Blue

Dynon Smart Avionics

Power 10-30 volts DC. Each servo draws up to 2 amps

Aircraft Ground Each servo draws up to 2 amps

Connected in parallel with other DSAB devices

Bus [DSAB] “A”

(Green wire on all Dynon-supplied wiring harnesses)

Connected in parallel with other DSAB devices

Bus [DSAB] “B”

(Blue wire on all Dynon-supplied wiring harnesses)

Connected through a normally-open pushbutton

Yellow

AP Disengage/Control Wheel Steering (CWS)

Button

switch to Ground (disengages AP when button is

pushed). If two servos are installed, the yellow wire

from each servo is connected in parallel to a single

pushbutton.

DO NOT CUT! During servo installation, Dynon

recommends that this be routed to the cockpit panel

(include sufficient slack behind the panel) if you

want to preserve compatibility of the servo with

Dynon’s “Next Generation” technology. This wire is

White/Green

Reserved for

compatibility with

Dynon “Next

Generation” products

not used with the EFIS-D10A.

DO NOT CUT! During servo installation, Dynon

White/Blue

Reserved for

compatibility with

Dynon “Next

Generation” products

recommends that this be routed to the cockpit panel

(include sufficient slack behind the panel) if you

want to preserve compatibility of the servo with

Dynon’s “Next Generation” technology. This wire is

not used with the EFIS-D10A.

 Circuit Breaker/Switch: We recommend that electrical power for the all servos be

protected with an appropriately sized circuit breaker or switch that is accessible to the pilot while in flight.

 Wire Sizing: While it is beyond the scope of this installation guide to advise on specific

types of wiring for a particular aircraft, choice of wiring should be sized to 1) minimize voltage drop over the length of the particular wiring run, and 2) conduct the amount of current required by the subsystem without the wiring becoming warm to the touch.

 Wiring Installation: Care should be taken such that aircraft wiring is not subjected to

chafing, excessive flexing, or connections / junctions subjected to excessive vibration which may cause the connection/junction to fail or short-circuit. If the White/Green and White/Blue wires are extended to the cockpit panel, leave sufficient slack behind the panel for connection anywhere behind the panel. If the White/Green and White/Blue wires are not extended to the cockpit panel, as with other unused wires, DO NOT CUT the wires, but rather insulate the ends of the wires (electrical tape, heatshrink tubing), bundle, and secure the unused wire.

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AP CONTROLS ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Circuit Breaker/Switch Install a circuit breaker or switch in a location that is accessible to the

pilot while in flight.

AP Disengage/Control Wheel Steering Button

The AP Disengage/CWS button should be in a very accessible location, usually mounted to the stick or yoke. This button’s primary purpose is to immediately disengage the autopilot. When configured in the EFIS > SETUP > AP > BUTTON CONFIG menu, this button can also be used to engage the Autopilot from an “off” status by holding the button for more than 2 seconds.

This button should be a Single Pole, Normally Open, Momentary button. Verify that two terminals of the button are shorted when the button is pressed and open (no-connect) when the button is released. One terminal of the button should connect to both servos’ yellow wires, and the other should connect to ground.

While not required, you may install a 5 kΩ resistor across the AP Disengage/CWS button. When configured in the EFIS > SETUP > AP > BUTTON CONFIG > RESISTOR INST menu, the EFIS monitors the disengage line and displays a warning when a broken connection is detected.

AP74 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

When installing the AP74, we recommend building enough slack wiring into the D25

connector to allow the AP74 to be removed from its tray with the connector attached.

Use the D-sub pins/connector kit included with your AP74 to make the following connections:

 Pin 3: Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) “A”, connected in parallel with all other

DSAB B connections (Blue wire on Dynon-supplied wiring harnesses)

 Pin 4: Power, 10 - 30 volts DC  Pin 16: Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) “B”, connected in parallel with all other

DSAB A connections (Green wire on Dynon-supplied wiring harnesses)

 Pin 17: Aircraft Ground  Pin 25: Outer terminal of AP Audio Adjustment Potentiometer (detailed below); If HS34

installed and providing audio to your intercom system, do not connect the AP74 audio out. If both the HS34 and AP74 Voice/Tone outputs are connected to your intercom, audio alerts will be distorted.

Ensure that the AP74 audio output is connected similar to the following diagram. The 10 kΩ variable resistor can be obtained from Radio Shack (P/N 271-1715) or other electronics suppliers. The potentiometer does not need to be pilot-accessible as it is typically adjusted only during setup and configuration. See Step 6 - Audio Alerts Configuration on page 6-23.

Outside terminal

To AP74 pin 5 - A

udio

Alert Out

Center ter

minal

To intercom/audio panel auxiliary input.

Outside term

inal

Aircraft ground

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Note: As with the optional Dynon HS34, it is acceptable to connect the tone output of EFIS (DB25 Pin 18) and/or EMS (DB37 Pin 31) in parallel with the tone/voice output of the AP74 (Pin 25) to provide “failover” audio alerts from the EFIS and/or EMS if the AP74 were to fail.

However, do not connect the audio outputs from an HS34 and AP74 in parallel.

Servo Mechanical Installation

Dynon Avionics has researched suitable mounting points for a number of popular aircraft and offers mounting kits and instructions for them. If you have purchased one of these kits, use the instructions included with it as your primary guide; the following mechanical installation information is more general in nature.

For installing Dynon Avionics servos in aircraft for which Dynon does not offer kits, we offer a “generic” kit of basic parts and basic installation instructions: Dynon P/N 101020-000. The generic servo push-pull mounting kit includes some of the hardware to mount a servo and connect to the aircraft controls, but requires the installer to fabricate mounting brackets. This kit can be used in either pitch or roll applications that use a servo with an output arm (not suitable for use with pulley/cable servos). Some additional fasteners (not supplied by Dynon) and brackets will be required depending on the installation method chosen.

CAUTION: Neglecting to properly install and/or use Dynon Avionics AP hardware can

result in failures which could cause loss of aircraft control resulting in aircraft damage, personal injury, or death. If there are any questions on the part of the installer it is mandatory to resolve these questions prior to flight.

When installing the servo, you must first determine a mount location for proper interaction with the existing control system. The mounting point that is chosen must allow the servo arm and associated linkage to move freely through the entire range of travel. To prevent the possibility of the servo arm going OVER CENTER, the servo arm must not travel more than a total of +/-60º from neutral position. When the aircraft controls are centered, the arm of the servo should be perpendicular to the attaching push rod. If this is not the case, we recommend adjusting the length of the push rod or consider a different mounting point. For maximum efficiency and the lightest drag on the flight controls, you should choose the smallest servo that provides sufficient torque to move and hold the flight controls with a minimum of “slippage”. A diagram of servo torque versus mount position is shown on page 6-9.

CAUTION: The servo arm must not rotate even near to the point called OVER

CENTER, the point at which the primary aircraft control would “lock up”. Over center

happens when the angle between the servo arm and the attached push rod becomes so great that the control system cannot drive against the servo arm. To protect against this possibility, a Range of Motion Limiting Bracket is supplied with each Dynon Avionics servo. These brackets are drilled so that they can be mounted at different angles as required (18° intervals). The brackets are supplied for the protection of the pilot, and we recommend that the Range of Motion Limiting Bracket be installed to ensure that an

OVER CENTER condition cannot occur.

Once a suitable mounting point for each servo has been determined, the next step is to fabricate a mount for the servo to attach to the aircraft. Generally this will be a bracket made of sheet metal or corner stock. Dynon recommends using 6061 T6 aluminum with a minimum thickness of

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0.050” for the best balance of strength to weight. When fabricating a mounting bracket, refer to the servo dimensions below. Be sure to leave ample room for the arm and attached linkage to

move through a complete range of motion without interference.

CAUTION: In normal operation, Dynon’s servos can reach temperatures that can be

very uncomfortable to, and perhaps cause burns to unprotected skin. Thus, servos should be mounted in an area, or in such a manner to prevent accidental skin contact. If

mounting the servo in an exposed area is necessary, a shroud should be installed (that

doesn’t restrict ventilation) that protects against accidental skin contact with the servos.

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SERVO DIMENSIONS

Use the following dimensions (in inches) for reference when planning and implementing your installation.

Long-arm variants

(not needed in most

installations) have

linkage mount holes

at 1.5”, 1.75”, and

2.0”

L Weight SV32 2.17” 2 lb SV42 3.10” 3 lb SV52 4.02” 4 lb

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LINKAGE MOUNT POSITION FORCE AND TRAVEL

The two diagrams below illustrate the maximum travel and force available at each linkage mounting point. As can be seen, the closer you mount the linkage to the shaft, the more force the servo can deliver. However, this also means the travel of the arm is shorter. Again, ensure that the servo arm is nowhere near going over-center throughout the entire range of the control system.

Standard Arm

Max Linear Travel A: 2.6”, B: 2.2”, C: 1.8” Max Force @ 100% Torque SV32 - A: 24lb, B: 29lb, C: 36lb

SV42 - A: 36lb, B: 44lb, C: 55lb SV52 - A: 48lb, B: 58lb, C: 72lb

Long Arm

Max Linear Travel A: 3.4”, B: 3.0”, C: 2.6” Max Force @ 100% Torque SV32L - A: 18lb, B: 20lb, C: 24lb

SV42L - A: 27lb, B: 31lb, C: 36lb SV52L - A: 36lb, B: 41lb, C: 48lb

In most instances, it is recommended to connect the servo arm to the control linkages using the outer-most hole of the servo arm (position A). This position provides the greatest amount of travel, with the least amount of drive force. If, when testing the autopilot, you find that the servos cannot adequately drive the control system (indicated by a yellow “slip indicator” in the AP status at the bottom left of the EFIS screen), you may move the linkage mount point inward, provided there is still enough travel to accommodate the control system at the servo location. Using either of the two inner-most holes of the servo arm affects the final amount of force that

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the servo can exert, arm travel, control surface resolution, and the amount of force required to shear the brass shear screw. The two inner-most holes of the servo arm should only be used if the

installer fully understands the resulting implications. The diagrams above illustrate the linear

travel and available force for each mount point on the standard and long-arm servos.

CAUTION: Each Dynon Avionics servo includes a precision-machined brass “shear

screw” that pins the servo arm to the servo arm attachment, providing an ultimate “manual override”. The shear screw will break at the application of 100 inch-pounds of torque, at which point the servo arm will travel freely. If the brass shear screw is broken during AP installation or usage, do not replace it with a standard screw - contact Dynon for a replacement shear screw.

There will be a variety of methods used to install the other end of this control linkage to the existing mechanicals of the aircraft. Some systems will use a hole drilled into the bell crank as the point where the servo push rod/rod end combination interfaces with the controls. Others will use an attachment to existing linkage. Others may attach directly to the control stick itself. It is up to the installer to decide which method is best in terms of safety and AP functionality.

Installers should always keep in mind the range of motion of the servo. Total servo arm travel needs to be limited to prevent an OVER CENTER condition (see caution note above), while still preserving the control surfaces’ full range of motion. Carefully consider the prevention of an over center condition when selecting the mounting location and linkage attachment point for any servo installation. The built-in control stops of the aircraft will limit the servo arm travel when installed correctly. Again, Dynon strongly recommends that the included Range of Motion Limiting Bracket be installed in order to absolutely prevent the possibility of an over center condition. The Range of Motion Limiting Bracket should not be used as a normal stop; the aircraft’s built-in stops should always be the primary range limit.

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AP74 Mechanical Installation

This section provides you with dimensions, panel location, and mounting information for the AP74 Dedicated Autopilot Interface.

AP74 DIMENSIONS AND PANEL LOCATION

The diagram below shows the AP74’s outer dimensions. Note that the instrument extends about

3.7” behind the panel, and that a harness can require up to three more inches. Use the dimensions (in inches) found on the diagram to plan for the space required by the instrument. The front bezels of the vertically oriented AP74 (100756-000) and are the same height as Dynon’s D100series products and can be mounted close to – or abutted against – one if desired. Plan a panel location that allows for convenient operation of the knobs and buttons. If you plan on using the auto-dim feature, ensure that the instrument is in a location where the light sensor (small circle of rubber on the front of the instrument) can measure the true ambient light conditions in the cabin.

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MOUNTING BRACKET DIMENSIONS

The dimensions for the included mounting bracket are below. This bracket will work with varying panel thicknesses in both vertical and horizontal orientations. The primary force used to secure the instrument to a panel is the “sandwich” action of tightening the bracket behind through to the instrument bezel in front. The bracket includes a small mounting flange that can be used to positively secure the bracket to the panel if desired. While not required for secure mounting (the mounting screw clamps the panel between the bezel and bracket), securing the bracket to the panel can make removal of the instrument easier by preventing the bracket from falling behind the panel when removed. If you wish to use the mounting flange, simply match drill it and rivet or bolt it in the desired spot. See the following section for details on where to locate the bracket with respect to the hole in the panel. This flange can be trimmed if it is not needed or if it interferes with other instruments.

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AP74 MOUNTING

As shown in diagram below, make a rectangular cutout (oriented either vertically or horizontally, depending on instrument version ordered) of 1.45” by 4.75” (3.69 cm by 12.07 cm). Your AP74 also shipped with a life-sized mounting template for making this cutout and locating the optional mounting flange holes. If the flange is used, secure it to your panel in whatever way you desire. Riveting it to the panel is ideal, but drilling holes for mounting screws and nuts also works.

Upon locating the mounting bracket behind your panel, slide the instrument into it. The tapered mounting screw fits into one of the PEM nuts at the back of the mounting bracket. Use the included 7/64” Allen wrench to secure the mounting screw into the bracket. As you screw the mounting screw tighter, the unit will be pulled back into the panel until the bezel sits flush. If the bracket is installed without the assistance of the mounting flange, it will also be drawn forward into the back of the panel when tightened. Tighten until the flange and bracket are securely fastened to the panel.

Firmware Upgrades Required For AP Functionality

Because servo and AP74 firmware is upgraded at the same time as the Bus Master EFIS,

servo and AP74 power must be ON when EFIS firmware is upgraded.

To use the Dynon Avionics AP, the EFIS and all other Dynon products in the DSAB network

must be running the same firmware version (currently 5.4). This includes EFIS, EMS (including those configured as backup/slave units), HS34, AP74, servos, and the EDC-D10A compass. EFIS, EMS, and HS34 products must be individually upgraded via their individual serial ports connected to a PC and running the latest version of the Dynon Avionics Product Support

Program. Autopilot servos and the optional AP74 are upgraded as part of the upgrade of the DSAB Bus Master EFIS (as is the EDC-D10A). To ensure reliable operation, all Dynon

devices should be upgraded to the same version of firmware; mismatched versions of firmware on different devices can cause unreliable operation.

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Autopilot Installation and Configuration

Detailed instructions for performing firmware upgrades are contained in the “Help” function of the Dynon Avionics Product Support Program which is available on the Dynon Avionics web site at downloads.dynonavionics.com.

If you are using a GPS connected to your Dynon EFIS and will be using GPS as an input

for the AP, please upgrade your GPS to the most current firmware available for it. Dynon’s testing has revealed certain incompatibilities with older versions of GPS firmware that are corrected with current GPS firmware. Procedures for GPS firmware upgrades vary by manufacturer; consult your GPS manual for the firmware upgrade procedure. Additionally, some GPS units must be configured with specific settings to work properly with Dynon’s instruments. More detail on compatibility with, and settings for various GPS units is available on the Dynon Avionics web site at

wiki.dynonavionics.com

AP Servo Configuration

This section guides the installer through all the steps necessary to install, configure, and tune the Autopilot software on the EFIS/servo system. The AP operation functions dealt with here are primarily focused on configuration and tuning. Pilots should consult the EFIS-D10A Pilot’s User Guide for a comprehensive description of AP operation.

Note: Before proceeding, verify that power is ON for all EFIS, EMS, HS34, AP74 and servo(s). Note: If your system has more than one Dynon EFIS (that communicates over DSAB), the

configuration of most AP functions can only be performed from the EFIS configured as the DSAB Bus Master (see Network Concepts on page 5-1).

CONFIGURATION OVERVIEW

1. Configure DSAB (required to be performed on the ground)

2. Servo Calibration & Initial Servo Test (required to be performed on the ground)

3. Roll Servo Initial Setup (recommended to be performed on the ground)

4. Pitch Servo Initial Setup (recommended to be performed on the ground)

5. Disengage/CWS Button Configuration (recommended to be performed on the ground)

6. Audio Alerts Configuration (recommended to be performed on the ground)

7. Prepare for Flight Test (recommended to be performed on the ground)

8. Roll Servo Flight Calibration (recommended to be performed in flight under safe

conditions)

9. Pitch Servo Flight Calibration (recommended to be performed in flight under safe

conditions)

STEP 1 - CONFIGURE DSAB

This step sets up the DSAB network so that the EFIS can communicate with the servo(s), optional AP74, and any other Dynon products on the DSAB network.

As a safety precaution, while the Configure DSAB procedure is being performed, AP

functionality is disabled.

On the EFIS, perform the following:

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 Enter the EFIS > SETUP > DSAB > CONFIGURATION menu.

ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO RE-CONFIGURE THE NETWORK?

 Press YES

ARE ALL NETWORKED DEVICES POWERED ON?

 Press CONFIGURE NOW

PLEASE WAIT DETECTING ALL NETWORK DEVICES

 Wait up to 1 minute

(X) DEVICES FOUND NETWORK CONFIGURATION IS COMPLETE

shows the correct numb Verify that this

all expected de

 Press FINISH  Press UP▲ > and then SEL► to select the STATUS menu. The Bus Master EFIS shou

be displayed, showing active roles and status. Verify that STATUS (at bottom) shows ACTIVE.

 Press DOWN▼ once for each device in the network. Verify that the STATUS for each

device shows ACTIVE. If the status displays UPGRADE REQ, that instrument must be updated to the same version of firmware as the Bus Master EFIS. If the

instrument displaying UPGRADE REQ is one or more of your servos and/or AP74 (mos commonly when these devices were purchased separately from your EFIS), you must perform the upgrade via the Bus Master EFIS, even firmware.

 After the above verification, press BACK > EXIT

STEP 2 - SERVO CALIBRATION AND SERVO TEST

The Servo Calibration procedure identifies the orientation and range of motion of each servo. The Servo Test procedure verifies that each servo is configured properly by moving the control surfaces, and requiring the pilot to verify correct movement. Un the EFIS does not display the AP status or operation interface.

vices are powered on.

er of devices. If not, check wiring and ensure that

if the EFIS is already at version 5.4

til this procedure is completed,

If Airspeed Color Thresholds have not been configured, Servo Calibration and Servo T

cannot proceed, and the EFIS displays an error message. To configure Airspeed Color Thresholds, see Configure Airspeed Color Thresholds on page 4-7.

Note: Servo calibration (SERVO CAL) and servo test (SERVO TEST) is a combined procedure

when Servo Calibration is completed successfully, you are prompted to perform Servo Test. After a successful servo calib whenever desired.

Note: The following steps assume that two servos are installed to provide AP control of Pitch

and Roll functions. If only a Pitch or Roll ser sections.

the EFIS, perform the following:

 Enter the SETUP > AP > SERVO CALIB menu.

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2 SERVO(S) FOUND PLEASE CENTER ALL CONTROL SURFACES AND MAKE SURE THEY HAVE A FREE RANGE OF MOTION. PRESS DISCONNECT SWITCH TO CONTINUE.

 Follow all onscreen instructions, moving the controls to each position, pressing the

Disengage/CWS Button to confirm each position. This process calibrates the autopilot to detect the orientation and range of each servo.

 If calibration was successful:

CALIBRATION WAS SUCCESSFUL. ROLL FOUND. PITCH FOUND. PRESS OK BELOW OR PRESS DISCONNECT SWITCH TO CONTINUE.

 Press the AP Disengage/CWS Button or OK button on the EFIS.  If calibration was unsuccessful, an error message is displayed, describing the reason. The

most common causes are not enough travel being detected, or too much travel. In either case, mechanical adjustments must be made.

After successful completion of the calibration, the system automatically continues into SERVO TEST Mode. An initial SERVO TEST must be performed before the autopilot is usable. If the initial SERVO TEST is canceled, the AP status display at the lower left of the EFIS screen shows “TST” as the status for the installed servo(s).

 After successful calibration the screen displays:

PLEASE CENTER ALL CONTROL SURFACES AND MAKE SURE THEY HAVE A FREE RANGE OF MOTION. PRESS OK BELOW TO BEGIN THE TEST.

 Follow all onscreen instructions, moving the controls to each position, pressing the OK

button to confirm each position. This process verifies that the controls move to the correct position, and ensures that the Disengage/CWS Button properly disengages the servos.

Note: After successful completion of Configure DSAB, Servo Calibration, and Servo Test, the

AP mode is enabled. The following occurs:

 The AP status indicator is displayed at

the lower left of the EFIS screen (shown at right).

 The AP button is present on the EFIS

menu, replacing the BUGS menu (which is now located within the AP menu).

 All bugs (IAS, Heading, and Altitude) are turned hollow.

With an autopilot installed, the heading and altitude bugs are only filled in when those modes are engaged (HDG, TRK, ALT hold).

 The EFIS now has a record of which servo performs which function and the particular

range of motion it will be executing.

If servos are swapped or replaced, Servo Calibration must be performed again.

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STEP 3 - ROLL SERVO INITIAL SETUP

We recommend that you perform the following on the ground at zero airspeed.

Step 3a – Set Roll Servo Torque: The ROLL

SERVO > TORQUE parameter specifies how much torque the servos will exert before slipping. Servo slip is indicated by a yellow background on the slipping axis in the AP status indicator. Torque must be set high enough to prevent any slip due to air loads, but low enough that the pilot can comfortably override the AP should the need arise. If the servo slips continuously, the AP cannot fly the aircraft. Torque is specified in % of maximum the servo is capable of exerting. Minimum: 10%, maximum 100%, default: 100%.

On the EFIS, perform the following:

 If not already in the SETUP > AP menu, enter the menu and select ROLL SERVO and

press SEL►

 (TORQUE value is highlighted)  Press DEC - and INC + to adjust TORQUE to preferred initial setting for the aircraft.

It may take some experimentation to find the right value for your aircraft, but if you are comfortable overriding the servo with the default value of 100%, it is safe to leave that setting at the default value. To test servo override, exit the SETUP > AP menu and return to the main EFIS menu. Center the aircraft controls. Enter the EFIS > AP menu and press HDGOFF. Note that the mode toggles to HDGON, the HDG bug synchronizes to the current heading, and the roll servo engages. Ensure that the controls do not deviate far from center.

If you have an AP74 installed and configured, you can accomplish this same procedure

by doing the following: Push the HDG button to ensure that it is lit; push the ALT button

until it is not lit. Push the AP button to engage the AP in Heading Hold mode.

Now, take the controls and override the servo by moving to either roll left or roll right (remember, you are only overriding the roll servo, so you should feel no resistance in the pitch axis). Ensure that you are comfortable with the amount of force it takes to override the servo. If you are not, decrease the roll servo TORQUE value by 10% and repeat the test.

Step 3b – Set Roll Servo Sensitivity: The ROLL SERVO > SENSITIVITY parameter specifies

the how fast or slow the AP responds to deviations between commanded direction and actual heading or track. If Sensitivity is set too low, the aircraft will “wallow” during changes in heading. If Sensitivity is set too high, the aircraft will be “twitchy,” with frequent, fast, aggressive adjustments. Sensitivity is specified in digits. Minimum: 1 (low sensitivity), maximum: 25 (high sensitivity), default: 10.

This parameter can be tuned in flight; leaving it at the default of 10 is sufficient for initial setup. If the autopilot is not as “decisive” as you’d like, increase this value; if it is too aggressive, decrease it.

On the EFIS, perform the following (continuing from TORQUE):

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 DOWN▼ > (SENSITIVITY value is highlighted)  Press DEC - and INC + to adjust SENSITIVITY to preferred initial setting for the

aircraft.

Step 3c – Set Roll Servo Turn Rate Limit: The ROLL SERVO > TRN RT LMT parameter

specifies the desired average turn rate for AP-commanded turns. For example, a setting of 3.0°/S will ideally complete a 90° turn in 30 seconds. Due to flight dynamics and the time it takes the Autopilot to initiate a turn, there may be points during a turn where the target Turn Rate Limit is slightly exceeded. Turn Rate Limit is specified in °/s (average degrees of turn per second). Minimum: 0.5°/s, maximum: 3°/s, default: 1.5°/s.

On the EFIS, perform the following (continuing from SENSITIVITY):

 DOWN▼ > (TRN RT LMT value is highlighted)  Press DEC - and INC + to adjust TRN RT LMT to preferred initial setting for the

aircraft.

Firmware version 5.3 introduces an alternate set of control algorithms which may

improve roll performance in some aircraft. To try this mode simply set TRN RT LMT to

0. The autopilot will more directly control bank angle instead of targeting a specific turn rate. The maximum bank angle that the autopilot allows continues is still limited by the BANK LIMIT parameter. In this mode, set the BANK ANGLE LIMIT to the maximum value you want the autopilot to use in a turn (see below).

Step 3d – Set Roll Servo Bank Limit: The BANK LIMIT parameter specifies a maximum bank

angle which the AP will not exceed during turns. Setting an appropriate Bank Limit protects against overbank conditions. If the BANK LIMIT setting is reached during a turn, the AP limits the bank to that value and then reduces it as needed to complete the turn.

If BANK LIMIT is reached, the Turn Rate Limit (set previously) is ignored until the aircraft returns to within 5º of level in the roll axis.

To choose an appropriate BANK LIMIT, calculate the bank angle that results from your desired turn rate limit and cruising airspeed; then set the BANK LIMIT to at least 5° above this value. If this bank angle value is a number that you are not comfortable with, decrease the target TRN RT LMT (set above). Minimum: 05°; maximum; 45°, default: 35°.

On the EFIS, perform the following (continuing from TRN RT LMT):

 DOWN▼ >(BANK LIMIT value is highlighted)  Press DEC - and INC + to adjust BANK LIMIT to preferred initial setting for the

aircraft.

 BACK > EXIT

STEP 4 – PITCH SERVO INITIAL SETUP

We recommend that you perform the following on the ground at zero airspeed.

Step 4a – Set Pitch Servo Torque: The PITCH

SERVO > TORQUE parameter specifies how much torque the pitch servo will exert before slipping.

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Servo slip is indicated by a yellow background on the slipping axis in the AP status indicator. Torque must be set high enough to prevent any slip due to air loads, but low enough that the pilot can override the AP should the need arise. If the servo slips continuously, the AP cannot fly the aircraft. Torque is specified in % of maximum the servo is capable of exerting. Minimum: 10%, maximum 100%, default: 100%.

On the EFIS, perform the following:

 If not already in the SETUP > AP menu, enter the menu and select PITCH SERVO and

press SEL►

 (TORQUE value is highlighted)  Press DEC - and INC + to adjust TORQUE to preferred initial setting for the aircraft.

It may take some experimentation to find the right value for your aircraft, but if you are comfortable overriding the default value of 100%, it is safe to leave that setting at the default value. To test servo override, exit the SETUP > AP menu and return to the main EFIS menu. Center the aircraft controls. Enter the EFIS > AP menu and press ALTOFF. Note that the mode toggles to ALTON, the ALT bug synchronizes to the current altitude, and the pitch servo engages. Ensure that the controls do not deviate far from center.

If you have an AP74 installed and configured, you can accomplish this same procedure

by doing the following: Push the ALT button to ensure that it is lit; push the HDG button

until it is not lit. Push the AP button to engage the AP in Altitude Hold mode.

Now, take the controls and override the servo by moving to either pitch down or pitch up (remember, you are only overriding the pitch servo, so you should feel no resistance in the roll axis). Ensure that you are comfortable with the amount of force it takes to override the servo. If you are not, decrease the roll servo TORQUE value by 10% and repeat the test.

Step 4b – Set Pitch Servo Sensitivity: The PITCH SERVO > SENSITIVITY parameter

specifies the how fast or slow the AP responds to deviations between commanded altitude and actual altitude. If Sensitivity is set too low, the aircraft will “wallow” during changes in altitude. If Sensitivity is set too high, the aircraft will be “twitchy,” with frequent, fast, aggressive adjustments. Sensitivity is specified in digits. Minimum: 1 (low sensitivity), maximum: 25 (high sensitivity), default: 10.

On the EFIS, perform the following (continuing from TORQUE):

 DOWN▼ > (SENSITIVITY value is highlighted)  Press DEC - and INC + to adjust SENSITIVITY to preferred initial setting for the

aircraft.

Advanced Pitch Gain and Rate Adjustments

There are several additional advanced parameters that can be used to fine tune the performance of the pitch axis. They should be considered secondary to the primary Pitch Axis Sensitivity adjustment. When used, they should be adjusted in the following order:

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 Pitch Gain: Use only after sensitivity is set as well as it can be. Increase gradually if

airplane does not settle on altitude. The default setting is 20.

 Altitude Gain (ALT GAIN): Use only after sensitivity and all of the above settings are set

as well as they can be. Increase gradually if airplane levels off too soon. Reduce gradually if airplane overshoots altitudes after climbs and descents. The default setting is

 Pull Rate: Use only after sensitivity and all of the above settings are set as well as they

can be. Controls the rate the AP will push or pull when changing vertical speed. The default setting is 10.

 VSI Gain: Use only after sensitivity and all of the above settings are set as well as they

can be. Increase gradually if overshooting altitude after climbs or descents, decrease if rounding out too early. The default setting is 15.

 G Error Gain (G ERR GAIN): Use only after sensitivity and all of the above settings are

set as well as they can be. Increase gradually if vertical speed changes are not smoothed enough; Decrease if ride is too harsh. G Error Gain adjustments affect the most noticeable changes while the aircraft is in turbulence. The default setting is 10.

 G Error Limit (G ERR LIM): Use only after sensitivity and all of the above settings are

set as well as they can be. Controls the max additional G the autopilot will push or pull to control vertical speed (up to the G limiter). G Error Limit adjustments affect the most noticeable changes while the aircraft is in turbulence. The default setting is 25.

Step 4c – Set Airspeed Minimum: The PITCH SERVO > AIRSP MIN parameter must be set to

at least (and defaults to) 30% above VS1, which should be set to the specifications of your aircraft in the EFIS > SETUP > IASCLR menu. The AP cannot be engaged at airspeeds below Airspeed Minimum, with the exception of 0 knots, allowing for ground testing. When flying at airspeeds lower than AIRSP MIN, the AP status indicator displays “SPD” for both axes, and cannot be engaged.

When the AP is engaged and aircraft airspeed drops below the minimum, the AP enters an airspeed hold mode, sacrificing altitude hold performance to maintain the minimum airspeed.

When the aircraft’s altitude drops below the target ALT bug and the AP cannot pitch the aircraft up without dropping below the minimum airspeed, the EFIS presents the prompt:

MIN AIRSPEED – ADD POWER

Airspeed Minimum is specified in knots, kilometers/hr, or miles/hr, depending on the units chosen in the EFIS > SETUP > UNITS > IAS menu. Minimum/default: 30% above V

To set the AIRSP MIN, perform the following (continuing from Pitch Servo Sensitivity):

 DOWN▼ > (AIRSP MIN: value is highlighted)  Press DEC - and INC + to adjust APRSP MIN to preferred initial setting for the aircraft.

Step 4d – Set Pitch Servo Airspeed Maximum: The PITCH SERVO > AIRSP MAX

parameter cannot be set to a value above 95% of VNE, which should be set to the specifications of your aircraft in the EFIS > SETUP > IASCLR menu. The AP cannot be engaged at airspeeds above Airspeed Maximum. When flying at airspeeds above AIRSP MAX, the AP status indicator displays “SPD” for both axes, and cannot be engaged.

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When the AP is engaged and aircraft airspeed rises above the maximum, the AP enters an airspeed hold mode, pitching the aircraft up to prevent exceeding the maximum airspeed.

When the aircraft’s altitude rises above the target ALT bug and the AP cannot pitch the aircraft down without going above the maximum airspeed, the EFIS presents the prompt:

MAX AIRSPEED – REDUCE POWER

Airspeed Maximum is specified in knots, kilometers/hr, or miles/hr, depending on the units chosen in the EFIS > SETUP > UNITS > IAS menu. Maximum/default: 5% below VNE.

To set the AIRSP MAX, perform the following (continuing from AIRSP MIN):

 DOWN▼ > (AIRSP MAX: value is highlighted)  Press DEC - and INC + to adjust APRSP MAX to preferred initial setting for the aircraft.

Step 4e – Set Pitch Servo VSPD Maximum: The PITCH SERVO > VSPD MAX parameter is

specified in feet/minute (or meters/second, if the setting chosen in the EFIS > SETUP > UNITS > ALT is METERS). This parameter sets the average vertical speed the autopilot will command for climbs and descents. If you set this value above a vertical speed the aircraft can achieve, the AP will run into the airspeed limiter in climbs and descents. Minimum: 100 feet/minute; default: 500 feet/minute; maximum: 4,000 feet/minute.

On the EFIS, perform the following (continuing from Pitch Servo Airspeed Maximum):

 DOWN▼ > (VSPD MAX: value is highlighted)  Press DEC - and INC + to adjust VSPD MAX to preferred initial setting for the aircraft.  > BACK > EXIT

STEP 5 – DISENGAGE/CWS BUTTON CONFIGURATION

We recommend that you perform the following on the ground at zero airspeed.

Step 5a – Enable/Disable Hold to Engage: Setting HOLD TO ENGAGE to Y allows you to

engage the Autopilot by holding the Disengage/CWS Button for more than 2 seconds. This allows for a convenient alternative to engaging the Autopilot via the menus and/or AP74 AP button. Default is N.

When this mode is active, anytime the autopilot is disengaged you can engage it by pressing and holding the Disengage/CWS Button for more than 2 seconds. Note that after 2 seconds, the AP status indicator at lower left of the EFIS screen shows AP:CWS-CWS. This indicates that the servos are in Control Wheel Steering mode and are waiting for the button to be released before engaging.

Step 5b – Enable/Disable Broken Disengage Line Detect: The BUTTON CONFIG >

RESISTOR INST parameter should only be set to Y if the optional 5 kΩ resistor is installed across the Disengage/CWS Button, as shown on page 6-3. If the resistor is installed and this parameter is set to Y, the EFIS continuously monitors the AP Disengage/CWS Button circuit for proper resistance. If a broken line is detected the following message is displayed on the EFIS:

AUTOPILOT DISCONNECT LINE BROKEN

If the AP is engaged when this condition is detected, it will remain engaged.

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Set to Y if the optional 5 kΩ resistor is installed across the 2 terminals of the Disengage/CWS Button. Set to N if the resistor is not installed. Default is N.

Step 5c – Enable/Disable Control Wheel Steering: When set to Y, the BUTTON CONFIG >

CTRL WHEEL STEER > ENABLED option enables a secondary mode of the AP

Disengage/CWS Button. This mode allows you to be flying under AP control, press and hold the

Disengage/CWS Button while flying to a new heading and/or altitude, then release the button to reengage the Autopilot. The Autopilot will reengage in the mode set by the MODE parameter, described below. Default is N

On the EFIS, perform the following (continuing from Button Configuration Resistor Installed):

 DOWN▼ > (-CTRL WHEEL STEER- ENABLED: value is highlighted)  SEL► > Set to Y or N per the explanation above.

Step 5d – Set Control Wheel Steering Mode: When the Control Wheel Steering ENABLED

parameter is set to Y, the MODE parameter selects between two different ways of reengaging the Autopilot after the AP Disengage/CWS Button is released:

 Last Heading and/or Altitude (LAST HDG/ALT) - the AP is engaged and returns to the

selected Heading and/or Altitude

 Hold Heading and/or Altitude (HOLD HDG/ALT) - the AP is engaged and changes the

selected Heading and/or Altitude to match the current Heading and/or Altitude

Default is HOLD HDG/ALT.

On the EFIS, perform the following (continuing from Button Configuration Control Wheel Steer Mode):

 DOWN▼ > (-CTRL WHEEL STEER- MODE: value is highlighted)  SEL► > Set to HOLD HDG/ALT or LAST HDG/ALT per the explanation above.  > BACK > EXIT

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STEP 6 - AUDIO ALERTS CONFIGURATION

This section applies only if you have installed the optional AP74.

The optional AP74 can act as the sole audio alert source for all DSAB-connected Dynon instruments. The audio output of the AP74 reports both EFIS and EMS alerts; each type of alert can be configured to be either voice or tone formats. When the AP74 is connected to your system, audible alerts are still generated by both EMS- and EFIS-based instruments. If you would like the AP74’s audio out to be your only source for Dynon product audible alerts, disconnect the audio out connections on your other DSAB-connected Dynon products.

The AP74 and HS34 have identical voice output capabilities. If an HS34 Voice/Tone

output is already connected to the aircraft intercom, do not connect the AP74 Voice/Tone output. If the Voice/Tone output of both an HS34 and an AP74 are connected in parallel,

audio alerts will be distorted.

To configure AP74 audio alerts, enter the EFIS > SETUP > AP menu, scroll down to AUDIO ALERTS, and press SEL►. The following points describe the options available for each setting:

EMS: EXT TONE / EXT VOICE – Sets

whether you want the AP74 to report tones or voice alerts during EMS alarm conditions. This setting has no effect on the “direct” audio output of the EMS.

EFIS: EXT TONE / EXT VOICE – Sets

whether you want the AP74 to report tones or voice alerts during EFIS alarm conditions. The “direct” audio output of the EFIS is muted*.

EFIS: EFIS TONE – tones are generated

through the “direct” audio output of the EFIS and the audio output of the AP74 is muted.

AOA: EXT TONE – During an AOA

alarm condition, tones are generated through the AP74 audio output and the EFIS “direct” audio output is muted*.

AOA: EXT VOICE – During an AOA

alarm condition, voice is generated through the AP74 audio output simultaneously with a “progressive” tone from the EFIS “direct” audio output.

AOA: EFIS TONE – Tones are generated

through the “direct” audio output of the

COOLANT TEMPERATURE HIGH

COOLANT PRESSURE HIGH/LOW

All other EMS alerts vocalized “EMS ALERT”

CLIMB/DESCEND (Altitude alerter)

EMS AUDIO ALERTS

RPM HIGH

MANIFOLD PRESSURE HIGH

OIL PRESSURE HIGH/LOW

OIL TEMPERATURE HIGH/LOW

EGT [1..6] HIGH/LOW

EGT SPAN

CHT [1..6] HIGH/LOW

CHT SPAN

CHT [1..6] SHOCK

FUEL LEVEL [1..4] LOW

FUEL PRESSURE HIGH/LOW

FUEL FLOW HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH/LOW CURRENT HIGH/LOW

EFIS AUDIO ALERTS

ALTITUDE (Altitude alerter)

AUTOPILOT DISCONNECT

STALL

TIMER EXPIRED

DSAB ERROR

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EFIS and the audio output of the AP74 is muted.

* If an AP74 failure is detected during this condition, the EFIS “direct” audio output (tones only) is automatically re-enabled (fail-over).

Selecting TEST VOICE OUTPUT and then pressing SEL► produces an audible voice test (“DYNON AVIONICS”) on the audio output line. This allows you to verify connections and volume on the ground. Turn the potentiometer to adjust the volume to your preference.

If an AP74 is not connected or not configured for DSAB, the following message is

displayed:

THIS SETUP MENU IS DISABLED BECAUSE NO AP74/76 CONNECTED

STEP 7 – PREPARE FOR FLIGHT TEST ON CLEAR, VFR DAY

The remaining configuration steps are done while flying. At many points, the pilot’s

attention will be divided between documentation, configuring the EFIS, and maintaining situational awareness. Before commencing these configuration steps, ensure that you have adequate altitude, clear weather, no traffic, no obstructions in the flight path, great

visibility, etc. If possible, bring someone along on the first configuration flight.

If AP behavior, performance, or interference with the controls is cause for concern while flying, remember that the AP can be disengaged in any of the following ways:

1. Turn off the AP circuit breaker/switch or remove the fuse.

2. Push the Autopilot Disengage pushbutton.

3. In the EFIS, Select AP > HDGON - push to turn off Roll servo (changes to HDGOFF);

ALTON - push to turn off Pitch servo (changes to ALTOFF)

4. If you have an AP74 installed, push the AP button (The AP indicator turns off, but the

Mode “armed” lights remain on).

Before commencing the remaining AP configuration steps, verify (on the ground with 0 airspeed indicated on the EFIS) that the AP status indicator displays (for a 2-axis system):

AP:OFF-OFF

Verify the following if you have a GPS installed, configured, and powered on:

 Magenta GPS information is displayed on the HSI page.  In the EFIS > AP > MODE menu, both the HDG and TRK options are displayed.

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STEP 8 – ROLL SERVO FLIGHT TUNING

This set of procedures tunes the settings in the AP > ROLL SERVO menu for the particular flight characteristics of the aircraft in heading holds and turns.

Note: While this procedure is described assuming you are using HDG mode – where the AP’s goal is to keep the aircraft’s magnetic heading aligned with the HDG bug – it can be performed in TRK mode – where the AP’s goal is to keep the aircraft’s ground track aligned with the bug – instead.

Step 8a – Verify preferred Turn Rate Limit and Bank Angle Limit

On the EFIS, perform the following:

 SETUP > AP > ROLL SERVO  Verify that the TRN RT LMT and BANK LIMIT parameters are set to values you are

comfortable with.

 If you wish to change either of these values prior to or during flight, push DOWN▼ to

select the value, and then DEC - or INC + to modify it.

Step 8b – Ensure that the aircraft is in trim.

Because this test procedure tunes only the Autopilot’s control of roll (so that roll performance can be isolated), only start the procedure when the aircraft is in neutral trim. During the following procedures, ensure that your altitude stays constant.

Step 8c – Engage the AP in HDG mode

On the EFIS, perform the following:

 EFIS > AP > HDGOFF.  The EFIS synchronizes the HDG bug to the current heading, the Autopilot engages with

the heading bug as its target, and the indicator turns to HDGON.

If you have an AP74 installed and configured, the following performs the same function:

 Push HDG button (activates ROLL servo); ensure that the red HDG indicator lights are

on.

 Ensure that the ALT indicator lights are off; push the ALT button if they are not.  Push the AP button to engage in HDG mode.  The AP status indicator at the lower left of the EFIS screen displays: AP:HDG-OFF

Step 8d – Allow a few minutes of stable flight under AP control

Note that the AP is only flying in Heading Hold Mode, so you will need to control the aircraft in pitch. Ensure that you are not affecting the Autopilot’s control of the roll axis, so you can determine the AP’s heading hold and change performance.

Step 8e – Adjust roll servo TORQUE and/or SENSITIVITY values as needed

On the EFIS, observe the AP status indicator (lower left corner - AP:HDG-OFF) while the AP

flies. If the HDG indicator is frequently highlighted yellow, that is an indication that the Roll

Servo is slipping and the torque needs to be increased. Occasional slips due to turbulence are acceptable.

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If necessary, adjust the TORQUE value in the EFIS > SETUP > AP > ROLL SERVO menu.

If you have adjusted the roll servo TORQUE value to 100% and are still seeing frequent

slips, you may need to move the linkage attachment point on the roll servo 1 hole closer to the shaft. When doing this, take all precautions to ensure that an over center condition cannot occur, while still preserving the control surfaces’ full range of motion. If a mechanical solution is not possible, you may wish to try a higher strength servo (e.g., if you have an SV32 installed, try swapping for an SV42).

After verifying that the TORQUE value is set appropriately, watch closely for AP “wandering” around the target heading or track. The AP should keep the inverted triangle of the heading bug closely aligned with the triangle of the numerical magnetic heading indicator (as shown at right). If flying in TRK mode, the AP should keep the inverted triangle of the bug (colored ma mode) aligned with the magenta triangle of the current ground track.

If excessive wandering is observed, increase the SENSITIVY parameter in the EFIS > SETUP > AP > ROLL SERVO menu. If the AP control seems “twitchy” or aggressive, decrease the SENSITIVITY value. All adjustments of SENSITIVITY should be done in increments of 1 or 2, allowing you to notice subtle changes in control

Step 8f – Change the heading bug 90 degrees from the current heading

Change the HDG bug to met d

ho s:



On the EFIS, enter the EFIS > AP > BUGS > HDG menu, and press INC + or DEC - to set desired heading.

, if you have configured

On the AP74, press the VALUE knob (or just begin rotating knob the VALUE KNOB settings to allow for tha displayed. Rotate the knob until the desired target heading is set.

90 degrees to the left or right of current heading via any of these

t) until the HDG bug adjustment window is

genta to signify GPS

On the HS34, rotate the HEADING knob.

As soon as the heading bug is changed, the AP begins changing the aircraft’s direction to follow.

Step 8g – Verify roll TORQUE and SENSITIVITY settings during turn(s)

During an AP-commanded turn, observe the A excessive slipping is observed (indicated by a yellow highlight around the HDG status), then increase the roll servo’s TORQUE parameter.

Repeat the 90 degree AP-commanded turns and torque adjustments until the HDG indicator doe not display a slip indication.

Continue performing AP-commanded turns, and observe the overall behavior of the aircraft. If the aircraft wallows, or rolls out of turns slowly as it reaches the target heading, that is indication that the Roll Servo SENSITIV heading and the stick “twitches” excessively, that is an indication that the Roll Servo

SENSITIVITY needs to be decreased.

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P status indicator as you did in step 8e; if

ITY needs to be increased. If, upon reaching the target

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You should be able to find a SENSITIVITY value that is acceptable for both h

holds and turns in smooth air. You may, however, find that in periods of extended turbulence, a lower SENSITIVITY value must be set.

Step 8h – Verify TRN RT LMT and BANK LIMIT settings during turn(s)

During an AP-commanded turn, verify that the time to complete a turn matches your expectations give LMT is set to 3º/s, a 90º turn should take about 30 seconds. If this is not the case, the b

required by the target turn rate may exceed the set BANK LIMIT parameter. Ensure that during

an AP-commanded turn, in the BANK LIMIT parameter. If it does, you TRN RT LMT.

At th s

i point, all the parameters in the AP > ROLL SERVO menu are properly tuned.

Step 8i – Disengage AP

n the EFIS, perform either of the following:

 In the EFIS > AP menu, press the HDGON (or TRKON) button, toggling off the roll

servo

n the setting for the TRN RT LMT parameter. For example, when TRN RT

the bank angle indicated on the EFIS screen does not reach the angle set

must either increase BANK LIMIT or decrease

eading

ank angle

On the AP74, press the AP button. The AP status lights on AP button turn off.

STEP 9 – PITCH SERVO FLIGHT T

UNING

This set of procedures tunes the settings in the AP > PITCH SERVO menu for the particular flig c

ht haracteristics of the aircraft in altitude holds, climbs, and descents.

Step 9a – Verify preferred Airspeed Min/Max and Vertical Speed Max

the EFIS, perform the following:

 SETUP > AP > PITCH SERVO  Verify that the AIRSP MIN, AIRSP MAX, and

you are comfortable with.

 If you wish to change any of th

select the value, and then

Step 9b – Ensure that the aircraft is in trim. Step 9c – Engage the AP in ALT mode

On the EFIS, perform the following:

 > AP > ALTOFF.

EFIS

 The EFIS synchronizes the ALT bug to the current altitude, the Autopilot engages w

the heading bug as its target, and the indicator turns to ALTON.

ese values prior to or during flight, push DOWN▼ to

DEC - or INC + to modify it.

VSPD MAX parameters are set to values

If you have an AP74 installed and configured, the following performs the same function:

d ALT indicator lights are  Push ALT button (activates PITCH servo); ensure that the re

on.

 Ensure that the HDG indicator lights are off; push the HDG button if they are not.  Push the AP button to engage in ALT mode.

ith

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 The AP status indicator at the lower left of the EFIS screen displays: AP:OFF-ALT.

Step 9d – Allow a few minutes of stable flight under AP control

Note that the AP is only flying in Altitude Hold Mode, so you will need to control the aircraft in roll. Ensure that you are not affecting the Autopilot’s control of the pitch axis, so you can determine th

Step 9e – Adjust pitch servo TORQUE and/or SENSITIVITY values as needed

On the EFIS, observe the AP status indicator (lower left corner - AP:OFF-ALT) while the AP flies. If Servo i accepta

e AP’s altitude hold and change performance.

the ALT indicator is frequently highlighted yellow, that is an indication that the Pitch

s slipping and the torque needs to be increased. Occasional slips due to turbulence are

ble.

If neces AP > PITCH SERVO menu.

After verifying that the TORQUE value is set appropriately, watch closely for AP “wandering” around the target altitude. The AP should keep the inverted triang of the altitude bug closely aligned with the triangle of th altitude indicator (as shown at right).

sary, adjust the TORQUE value in the EFIS > SETUP >

If you have adjusted the pitch servo TORQUE value to 100% and are st

slips, you may need to move the linkage attachment point on the pitch to the shaft. When doing this, take all precautions to ensure that an ov cannot occur and that the servo can provi mechanical solution is not possible, you may wish to try a higher strength servo (e.g., if you have an SV32 installed, try swapping for an SV42).

de the necessary travel for you

e numerical magnetic

ill s

eeing frequent

servo

1 hole closer

er cen

ter condition

r system. If a

If excessive wandering is observed, increase the SENSITIVY parameter in the EFIS >

SETUP > AP > PITCH SERVO menu. If the AP control seems “twitchy” or aggressive, decrease the SENSITIVITY value. All adjustments of SE NSITIVITY should be done in

crements of 1 or 2, allowing you to notice subtle changes in control.

ep 9f

St – Initiate AP-controlled climbs and descents

Change

the ALT bug to 500 feet above your current altitude via any of these methods:

 e EFIS > AP > BUGS > ALT menu, press SEL► to highlight the

On the EFIS, enter th hundreds digit, and press INC + to set desired altitude.

On the AP74 or HS34, press the VALUE knob (or just begin rotating knob, if you have

configured the VALUE KNOB settings to allow for immediate adjustment of the altitude bug) until the ALT bug adjustment window is displayed. Rotate the knob until the d target altitude is set.

esired

As soon as the altitude bug is changed, the AP begins changing the aircraft’s altitude

Repeat this step, setting the altitude bug to 500 feet below your current altitude.

Step 9g – Verify pitch TORQUE and SENSITIVITY settings during climbs and descents

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During an AP-commanded climb, observe the AP status indicator as you did in step 9e; if excessive slipping is observed (indicated by a yellow highlight around the ALT status), then increase the pitch servo’s TORQUE parameter. Repeat this verification in a descent.

Repeat s not disp

Continue performing AP-commanded climbs and descents, and observe the overall behavior the aircraft. If the aircraft oscillates in holds or overshoots as it reaches target altitude, that

indication that the Pitch Servo SENSITIVITY needs to be increased. If, upon reaching the target

altitude the stick “twitches” excessively, that is an indication that the Roll Servo SENSITIVITY

needs to be decreased.

Step 9h – Verify AIRS

During an AP-commanded climb, verify that the time to complete the climb matches your expecta set to 500 ft/min, a 500-foot climb should take about 1 minute. If this is not the case, th rate may be limited by the AIRSP MIN parameter, and the ADD POWER message is displayed.

Likewise, during an AP-commanded descent, verify that the time to complete the descent matches your expectations given the setting for the VSPD MAX parameter. If it does not, the descent rate may be limited by the AIRSP MAX parameter, and the DECREASE POWER message is displayed.

the AP-commanded climbs/descents and torque adjustments until the ALT indicator doe

lay a slip indication.

You should be able to find a SENSITIVITY value that is acceptable for altitude hol

climbs, and descents in smooth air. You may, however, find that in periods of extended turbulence, a lower SENSITIVITY value must be set.

P MIN/MAX, and VSPD MAX settings during altitude changes

tions given the setting for the VSPD MAX parameter. For example, when VSPD MAX is

e climb

is an

ds,

If necessary, adjust the AIRSP MIN, AIRSP MAX, and VSPD MAX parameters as described above.

At this point, all the parameters in the AP > PITCH SERVO menu are properly tuned.

Step 9i – Execute several AP-controlled changes of altitude and observe the overall aircra performance.

There may be some interaction between Pitch Servo Torque and Repeat the above steps as necessary to achieve acceptably smooth ov altitude holds and changes.

Step 9j – Observe and verify trim indications during altitude holds and changes

Find an area with a lot of clearance above and below the aircraft’s altitude. With the AP disengaged, put the aircraft into neutral trim. Engage the AP in ALT mode (and HDG or TR mode if desired) and allow the AP to maintain altitude (and heading, if engaged). Trim aircraft nose down; the AP will maintain the target altitude, despite

the nose down trim. Continue trimming nose down just until a

yellow UP in ght). This

dicator at the lower left of the EFIS screen (shown at ri indicator displays when the AP senses too much nose down trim. Trim the aircraft nose up unti the indicator disappears. Disengage the AP to observe the state of the aircraft’s trim.

▲ indicator displays (and stays on) next to the AP status

Pitch S

ervo Sensitivity settings.

all AP response during

the

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Repeat the above procedure, trimming the aircraft nose up until the yellow DN▼ indicator displays (and stays on). Then, trim nose down until the indicator disappears.

During turbulence and small bumps the trim indicator may flash on and off. Do not take action based on the trim indicator un

STEP 10 – VERIFY OVERALL AP PERFORMANCE

til it remains on for several seconds.

Engage both roll and pitch servos and execute a number of AP-controlled changes of heading, altitude, and combinations of the two and observe the overall aircraft perf c n between the various Pitch Servo and Roll Servo settings.

ontrol. There may be some interactio

ormance under AP

Repeat portions of steps 9 and 10 as necessary to fully “dial in” the AP for overall smooth flight performance under AP control.

AP74 Configuration

If you have the AP74 installed, you may configure the way it controls the autopilot, barometer

setting, and bug values. This configuration is done in the SETUP > AP > AP74/76 SETTINGS menu. The following sections describe the configuration in this menu.

VALUE KNOB CONFIGURATION

The A

V LUE knob changes the BARO, ALT bug, and HDG bug settings and is configured in the

-VALU

The VA y effect (

The def or BAR

E KNOB- portion of this menu.

LUE knob can be configured to require an initial push before rotating the knob has an

REQUIRE PUSH: YES / NO).

ault mode of the VALUE knob is configured by setting FIRST ACTION: to ALT, HDG,

O. This configures whether the altitude bug, heading bug, or barometer is the first action

to be adjusted by the knob.

If REQ

UIRE PUSH is set to YES:

 push of the VALUE knob activates the FIRST ACTION mode (ALT, HDG or

The first BARO) and displays a “pop the knob within 5 seconds changes the va

-up” window indicating the current mode and value. Rotating lue of the FIRST ACTION mode. A second

push of the VALUE knob within 5 seconds after rotating the knob de-activates the VALUE knob and closes the pop-up window. If there is no further action (either a knob push or knob rotation), the VALUE knob automatically de-activates (times out) after seconds a

nd closes the pop-up window.

 If, after the first push of the VALUE knob, the knob is not rotated, subsequent pushes

cycle through the 2nd and 3rd settings in the rotation, in the order BARO, HDG, ALT, <off>.

If R

EQUIRE PUSH is set to NO:

 of the FIRST ACTION mode (ALT, HDG,

Rotating the VALUE knob changes the value or BARO) and displays a pop

-up window indicating the current mode and value. Pushing the VALUE knob again within 5 seconds of the last knob rotation closes the pop-up window.

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 Pushing the VALUE knob without first rotating it cycles through the remaining modes

(not chosen by FIRST ACTION above). Pushing the VALUE knob cycles through thes modes in the order BARO, ALT, H

DG, <off>.

 If there is no further action (either a knob push or knob rotation) within 5 seconds, the

pop-up window autom

PRE-

SELECT CONFIGURATION

In the -BUGS- section of the AP74/76 SETTING alti e

tud bugs should be synchronized to their respective current values:



ON ENGAGE: The HDG and ALT bugs are synchronized to the heading and altitude

atically closes.

S menu, you can choose when the heading and

values each time the AP is engaged (via the AP button on the AP74 or in the EFIS AP menu). This is the default setting.



ON MODE ARM: The HDG and ALT bugs are synchronized when their respective mode is armed. When the HD bug is synchronized to the current heading. the ALT bug is synchronized to the

G or TRK buttons are pushed on the AP74, the HDG/TRK

When the ALT button is pushed on the AP74,

current altitude. When the autopilot is engaged, the bug settings are not modified. This allows you to enter a desired heading and/or altitud prior to engaging the AP.

 NEVER: The HDG and ALT bugs are never automatically modified by turning on th

or changing AP modes. Be aware that the bugs are highly likely to be set far away from

the current heading and altitude at the time of AP engagement; this will result in the AP

immediately commanding a turn and a climb or descent at time of engage. When using this mode, we recommend that you verify the EFIS’ bugs settings prior to EVERY Autopilot engag

e AP

MODE CLEARING CONFIGURATION

In the –CLEAR MODES– section, you can configure whether the autopilot c

lears the active modes (HDG, TRK, or NAV; and ALT) on AP disengage. If you select NO, the AP leaves the mode(s) pre-armed when the AP is off. This leaves the last-used roll mode (HDG, TRK, or

AV) and/or pitch mode (ALT) lights lit on the AP74. You may, of course, switch to new modes

N prior to re-engaging the AP. If you select YES, the AP disarms all modes upon disengaging the AP, turning off all mode lights on the AP74. You must then select the active modes prior to reengaging the AP (although if no modes are pre-armed, pressing the AP button causes the HDG mode to be engaged by default).

Clearing modes on disengage is most useful when used in conjunction with the ON MODE ARM pre-select configuration above. This forces you to explicitly enable (and thus synchronize) the modes you wish the autopilot to control when you press the AP button.

The default value for this setting is NO, leaving all modes pre-armed after turning off the AP.

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7. APPENDIX

The appendices contain additional information pertaining to the installation and maintenance of the EFIS-D10A. You will find here a table of weights, specifications, a configuration table, the maintenance manual, the OAT Installation and Operating Guide, the AOA Pitot Installation Guide, and the Blind encoder Serial-to-Parallel Installation Guide.

Appendix A: Ongoing Maintenance and Troubleshooting

INTRODUCTION

This section gives the installer or mechanic information pertaining to maintenance of the EFISD10A. Additionally, it provides the steps necessary to ensure continued airworthiness for the unit.

CAUTION

With the exception of replacing the internal emergency battery, the EFIS-D10A contains no userserviceable parts. Refer all servicing to Dynon Avionics.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS

Other than for regulatory periodic checks and an annual internal battery capacity test (if optional internal emergency battery is installed), maintenance of the EFIS-D10A is “on-condition” only. With the exception of the battery, periodic maintenance of the EFIS-D10A is not required.

AP SERVO INSTALLATION

At least once per year, inspect the installation of the AP servo(s) for excessive wear. Ensure that all hardware and fasteners are tightly secured.

ALTIMETER CHECK

The following test can be performed on an as-needed basis. If the altimeter is found to be out of specification, the following single-point adjustment can be performed by navigating the menus to SETUP > ALTADJ. In the Altimeter Adjustment menu, you can change the displayed altitude by up to 500 feet up or down. After making this adjustment, ensure that the altimeter on the EFISD10A meets the tolerances allowed between 0 and 30,000 feet. If this adjustment does not bring the altimeter on the EFIS-D10A to within specification at all attitudes, please contact Dynon Avionics to return for service.

INTERNAL BATTERY CHECK

If your EFIS-D10A has a rechargeable internal emergency battery, it is necessary to ensure that the battery capacity is such that it will last at least 2 hours on a full charge. At least once per year, perform the following test.

1. With the EFIS-D10A drawing power from an external source, allow it to charge its

internal battery above 16.0 volts. Observe the voltmeter under the INFO selection option in the menu system. The battery may charge to as high as 16.8 volts, but it is only necessary to charge it to 16.0 volts for this test.

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2. Remove all sources of external power from the EFIS-D10A, ensuring that it is operating

off its internal battery.

3. Ensure that the screen is at its full brightness level. To do this, enter the menu system by

pressing any button beneath an EFIS page (except the far left or far right hotkeys) and press MORE > DIM and increase the brightness until it will not increase anymore.

4. Let the unit remain on for 2 hours.

5. If, after these 2 hours, your EFIS-D10A has not turned off and does not display the

INTERNAL BATTERY LOW warning, your battery passes the capacity test.

6. Make sure you recharge your battery; a full charge is reached when the voltmeter shows

at least 16.0 volts on the internal battery.

If your battery does not pass the above test, please contact Dynon Avionics and refer to Appendix E for battery replacement instructions.

Please dispose of non-functional backup batteries in a responsible manner. Backup

batteries are lithium-ion and similar in construction to cordless tool batteries. They can likely be recycled wherever cordless tool battery recycling is available. For a list of recycling locations in your area (USA only), call 1-800-8-BATTERY or see the Call 2 Recycle website at www.rbrc.org.

FIRMWARE UPGRADE

Dynon Avionics provides free firmware updates for all its products, and continues to add new features periodically. We suggest that you regularly ensure that your EFIS-D10A has the latest firmware by visiting our website at downloads.dynonavionics.com and downloading the latest Dynon Product Support Program. This software contains the latest firmware updates for all our products.

Each Dynon EMS or EFIS must be individually upgraded by connecting a PC to that

instrument’s serial port. The HS34 also must be individually upgraded via its Serial 1 port. Firmware upgrades to EDC-D10A, AP74, and SV32/42/52 are performed automatically during firmware upgrades of the attached EFIS product. (Upgrading a non-DSAB-bus-master EFIS will not update attached autopilot devices).

DISPLAYED ALERT MESSAGES

The following table describes the alert messages that the EFIS-D10A can display.

Alert Message Description End condition

INTERNAL ERROR SERVICE UNIT

This error can occur for a few reasons, including an aborted upload. It signifies that the EFIS-D10A has detected internal problems in its firmware or calibration tables.

When this error appears, it may be possible to recover your unit in the field. The best way of ensuring this is to call Dynon Avionics immediately. However, there is a good possibility that the unit will have to be returned for service.

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Alert Message Description End condition

ATTITUDE RECOVERING…

TEMPERATURE UNSTABLE

TEMPERATURE OUT OF SPEC

This alert is displayed anytime the unit is rotated at a rate faster than 150 degrees/second or the unit is powered on with airspeed applied. Rotating the unit faster than this threshold will saturate the gyros, leading to potentially erroneous display. The blue/brown horizon indication will turn grey and black to indicate that the artificial horizon is not currently a trusted source. Note that this alert only appears when airspeed is non-zero; using the EFISD10A on the bench will not trigger this alert.

When the unit is turned on after having been off for a long period, its internal temperature will rise above ambient at a fast rate. This fast change in temperature can sometimes reduce the reliability of the output of the sensors. Therefore, this alert is displayed and the horizon indication is changed from blue/brown to grey/black.

The temperature inside the unit is outside of -30ºC to 50ºC.

The grey/black horizon indication and onscreen message will remain until the unit has resumed normal operation. In the case of rotation rate greater than 150 degrees/second, the unit enters a fast recovery mode and usually recovers within 5 seconds of coordinated flight.

The screen remains normal color, but the message is displayed until the temperature within the unit has stabilized. This temperature instability should last no longer than 2 minutes. For this reason, it is a good idea to turn the unit on before you run through any of the preflight procedures, so that it will be ready by the time you are ready to fly.

The screen remains normal color, but the message is displayed until the temperature within the unit is within the specified range. This is most common in unventilated panels during hot periods. If you continue to see this alert, provide more airflow to the space around the EFIS-D10A.

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Alert Message Description End condition

INTERNAL BATTERY LOW

You will see this alert only when operating the unit solely off the internal backup battery. When its voltage has dropped below a certain threshold, you will see this alert. Additionally, the voltmeter will be displayed onscreen. When you see this alert, it is advisable that you turn the unit off by pressing the POWER button in Main Menu 1.

The alert will disappear when you press any button; however, it is advised that you do not ignore this alert, as it appears when the unit’s internal battery has very little life left. This alert will also go away upon the application of either the external backup battery or Master Power. At that point, the battery will begin charging off the external power.

REMOTE COMPASS NOT DETECTED

The EFIS-D10A is unable to communicate with the EDC-D10A. If you have an OAT connected to your EDC-D10A, you will lose this reading, as well.

Ensure that you a) have an EDCD10A installed and b) have verified that the wiring to the EDC-D10A is correct. Please see the EFIS-D10A Installation Guide for more information on verifying the installation of the EDC-D10A.

This error also can appear if you have updated the firmware in your EFIS-D10A while the remote

compass was not connected. If this

is the case, try uploading the new firmware again with the EDC-D10A connected. Attempt the connection within the first few seconds of operation.

OAT SENSOR NOT DETECTED

This alert appears when the EFIS has an OAT connected and then loses that connection for some reason.

Double-check your wiring between the EFIS-D10A and the EDC-D10A

as well as that of the OAT sensor. Either the EDC-D10A has become disconnected, or the OAT sensor itself has become disconnected from the EDC-D10A.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

The following table provides a list of potential issues that the EFIS-D10A may experience. The symptom is given on the left side while the probable solution is listed at the right. You may also post about your issue at forum.dynonavionics.com

, where we and other active users may be able

to assist you.

Problem Solution

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Problem Solution

After performing a magnetic calibration the EFIS-D10A‘s heading is wrong by a constant amount.

When the barometer on the unit is set correctly, the displayed altitude is wrong by a constant amount at all altitudes.

Airspeed is inaccurate by between 1 and 10 knots (or equivalent, in other units) at takeoff speed.

EFIS-D10A displays continuous or blinking blue screen

EFIS-D10A screen stays black when power is applied

EFIS-D10A indicates over temperature condition

EFIS-D10A indicates incorrect heading

Orient your plane in a known direction, preferably on a compass rose at the airport. Navigate to the Heading Adjustment menu by pressing SETUP > MORE > MORE > MAGADJ. Increment or decrement the value of the heading until the EFIS-D10A heading corresponds to the direction in which your plane is pointed.

Set the barometer to the correct value for your current location. Note the difference between the displayed altitude and the actual altitude for your location. Navigate to the Altitude Adjustment menu by pressing SETUP > MORE > ALTADJ. Increment or decrement the value of the altitude until the EFIS-D10A altitude corresponds to that of the current location of your plane. If you need to adjust by more than 200 ft, or find that you need to adjust frequently (after setting your baro), please call Dynon Technical Support for assistance.

You may recalibrate your EFIS-D10A‘s zero pressure value. With your plane in as windless an environment as possible (e.g., a hangar), cover both the pitot and static ports with a sock or cloth to minimize airflow without putting pressure on the ports. Next, on the EFIS-D10A, enter the EFIS main menu, press MORE > SETUP > MORE > MORE > MORE > SPDCAL. When you are confident that there is no pressure on the pitot and static ports, press either button corresponding to SET ZERO PRESSURE. Press YES to confirm you have zero pressure on the pitot and static ports. You will see a message indicating that the unit is calibrating. This should only take a few seconds. On your next flight, verify that the airspeed is what you expect.

To reset the airspeed calibration to factory defaults, enter the SPDCAL menu, and press RESET DFLTS.

Ensure that your power supply is capable of supplying at least 2 amps and that it is at least 10 volts.

If, after verifying that you have met these two conditions the unit does not operate normally, it is necessary to contact Dynon Avionics.

Verify Master Power is connected. Verify Master Power is above 10 volts.

Provide additional cooling to instrument

(Re)calibrate the magnetic heading using the procedure described above.

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Problem Solution

Internal battery life is too short Verify internal battery is charged to above 16 volts using

EFIS-D10A voltmeter. Re-run capacity test. Replace battery if insufficient capacity.

Clock setting is lost If present, verify internal battery is charged.

If no internal battery, verify Keep Alive power is supplied to unit at all times.

Cannot make connection with PC Verify wiring is correct.

Verify no other programs using the COM port are running on the PC.

Verify latest version of The Dynon Product Support Program is being used.

Unit will not boot off battery power

This can be normal behavior for the FlightDEK-D180. When booted off master power, the FlightDEK-D180 will have no problem continuing to run off battery power. However, at startup, it draws more current than the battery can provide.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR RETURN

If none of the above sections have helped resolve an ongoing issue with your EFIS-D10A, please call Dynon Avionics at 425-402-0433 to discuss the issue with Technical Support. If, after troubleshooting with a Dynon representative, the issue cannot be resolved, we will provide you with an RMA number to use when shipping the EFIS-D10A to us. If your unit is still under warranty, the repairs will be performed and the EFIS-D10A will be returned promptly. If your warranty has expired, the Dynon representative will make arrangements with you and make you fully aware of the costs before proceeding with the repair.

We recommend that you also send your EDC-D10A remote compass (if purchased) along with your EFIS-D10A. This ensures that if we upgrade the firmware in your EFIS-D10A, the EDCD10A will have corresponding firmware.

While Dynon Avionics makes every effort to save and restore your unit’s settings and calibrations, we cannot guarantee that this will happen. Please note that after you receive your unit back from Dynon Avionics with a factory calibration, the heading display on the EFISD10A may be inaccurate once re-installed in your aircraft. If this is the case, you will have to perform the magnetic calibration again. When you receive your EFIS-D10A, it may have newer firmware installed on it than it did when you sent it in. Check downloads.dynonavionics.com

for

information on what’s new.

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Appendix B: Dynon OAT Probe Installation and Usage

Note that this section only applies to the OAT with 3 wires (colored red, yellow, and blue), for connection to the EDC-D10A. If you have the 2-wire OAT (with black/white wires), see one of the EMS-based Installation Guides for more information.

The following instructions provide information on installing and using the EFIS-D10A OAT probe. Keep in mind that this probe is designed specifically to work with the EFIS-D10A. Do not expect it to work properly with another OAT or TAS/Density Altitude system. If you own an Dynon EMS product with an OAT installed, your EFIS-D10A can receive its OAT value from the EMS via the DSAB wires. See the Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) Wiring section on page 3-11 for information on connecting the two instruments.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED

 Dynon Avionics OAT probe/cable with nylon nut and washer.  Drill with 3/8” bit  Dynon Avionics EDC-D10A remote compass module.  2 machined D-sub pins  D-sub pin crimp tool  Loctite

INSTALLATION

Mount Location

It is important that the OAT probe be mounted somewhere on the skin of the aircraft where it will not be affected by heat sources (sun, engine, aircraft interior, etc). The ideal location would receive no heat from the aircraft engine or any other source in the aircraft body. While this may be impractical, it is a good idea to mount the probe as far away from heat sources as possible. On the RV series, common locations include the wingtip and under the horizontal stabilizer. Avoid these three locations:

 Engine exhaust paths  The engine itself  Where the sensor will have direct sunlight  Where the backside is exposed to a heated cabin

Mounting Instructions

After the mounting location has been determined, drill a 3/8” hole in the skin at the desired location. Uncoil the cable attached to the OAT probe. Remove the nylon nut from the cable. From outside the skin of the aircraft, insert the cable first and then the threaded end of the OAT probe. From within the skin of the aircraft, gently pull the cable until the threaded end of the OAT probe pokes through the hole. Thread the nylon nut down the cable and up to the threaded end of the OAT probe. Spread some Loctite around the threads of the OAT probe. Twist the nut onto the threads of the OAT probe and tighten.

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Wiring Instructions.

Once you have physically mounted the OAT probe, route its attached cable to the EDC-D10A remote magnetic compass module. Your OAT comes with pins crimped on the 3 wires. Insert these 3 wires’ pins to the following pin numbers on the D9 which plugs into the EDC-D10A. The front of the female connector is pictured at right. You will be inserting the pins into the back of this connector.

 Pin 2: Yellow wire  Pin 7: Red wire  Pin 8: Blue wire

The exposed shield wires are not strictly required, but may help OAT performance in noisy environments. If you wish to connect the shield to ground, you may splice it into the blue wire or connect it to the EDC-D10A chassis.

You may lengthen or shorten the connections between the OAT and EDC-D10A. Use the provided crimp connectors on the new wire leads.

Do not make connections while the EFIS-D10A is powered!

OAT/TAS/DA DISPLAY

You must set up the EFIS-D10A to recognize the OAT. The EFIS-D10A supports two different types of OATs as well as a manual input of the outside temperature. To set this up, enter the menu system by pressing any button beneath an EFIS page, and press MORE > SETUP > MORE > OAT. Push the INSTALLED button (either button 1 or

2) to toggle between N, 1 and 2. All OATs sold by Dynon since 2005 are P/N 100433-001, so you most likely need to select sensor type 2.

Note: Set the OAT INSTALLED parameter to N when you either: a) do not have an OAT at all or b) have an OAT connected to EMS D37 connector. If you do not have an OAT in the system at all, the OAT info item will be surrounded by a box denoting that its value can be adjusted manually.

To display the data from the OAT probe, press any button below an EFIS page to bring up the EFIS menu and press MORE > INFO. Select the side of the screen that you wish to display TAS/DA information on (LEFT or RIGHT). Push the button labeled OAT. The values for outside air temperature, density altitude and true airspeed will be shown.

Installed

Type

1 Dynon P/N 100240-000

No OAT installed, dial in OAT value

Dynon P/N 100433-001– marked with a black band near the sensor

Sensor

in OATSET menu

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CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT

Before adjustment, it is possible for the OAT sensor to read as much as 5 degrees Celsius off the actual value. Therefore, it may be necessary to adjust the displayed air temperature value to compensate for this. To make this adjustment, you must enter the menu system and press the following sequence of buttons: MORE > SETUP > MORE > OAT. This will display the OAT adjustment menu. Press INC or DEC to increase or decrease the currently displayed OAT value.

It is important to make this adjustment when the air surrounding the OAT probe is at a known temperature. This can be achieved with a standard thermometer. Adjust the displayed OAT until it agrees with your independent temperature reference.

TROUBLESHOOTING

OAT value fluctuates wildly

If the OAT probe is improperly wired, the EFIS-D10A will not receive a valid signal from it. Verify that the three wires coming from the OAT probe are wired exactly as described in the Wiring Instructions section above.

OAT value is consistently high/low

You need to adjust the displayed OAT value to correct for sensor inaccuracies. Follow the instructions in the Calibration and Adjustment section above.

OAT display area states OAT NOT FOUND

Ensure that you have selected the number corresponding to your OAT in the OAT INSTALLED menu as described above. It can sometimes take as long as 5 seconds for the EFIS-D10A to lock onto the OAT reading. Ensure that all wiring is correct and that there are no shorted or open connections.

Appendix C: HS34 Installation and Configuration

If you purchased an HS34 from Dynon Avionics, read through this section for details on its physical and electrical installation. It describes the pinout, mounting information, and some common wiring connections.

WIRING

Follow these instructions explicitly as improper wiring can result in permanent damage to your instrument, other connected equipment, or both. Read through the Recommended Wiring Practices section on page 2-1 before proceeding.

Harness Construction

Because the HS34 interfaces with such a wide variety of NAV radios and GPSs in different combinations of configurations, Dynon Avionics does not supply pre-manufactured harnesses for the HS34. Instead, your HS34 shipped with enough connectors and pins to generate a wide variety of harness configurations. Refer to the Pinouts and Function Description and Common Device Connections sections below for detailed wiring inform

If you do not own a D-sub machined-pin crimping tool, they can be obtained for under USD$50 at www.bandc.biz (P/N RCT-3), www.steinair.com (P/N SAT-004), and many other tool retailers. You may also find it helpful to own a pin insertion/extraction tool, part numbers DSE-1 and SAT-023, respectively.

ation.

Power Requirements

22 AWG wire is normally sufficient for the power supply and ground lines, but you should consult a wire sizing chart and determine the size required for your routing length. Make sure you protect the power lines with either a circuit breaker or an appropriately sized fuse for the wire you select. Power is fed to the HS34 via pins in the male DB25 connector on the back of the instrument.

The HS34’s power requirement is 2 watts typical and 3 watts

maximum. On a 12-volt system, this translates to about 0.25 amps of maximum current draw. On a 24-volt system, this translates to about 0.13 amps maximum current draw. Normally, a 0.5-amp circuit breaker or fuse is sufficient.

Connector Description

The HS34 has two DB25 connectors on the rear of the instrument:

one male and one female. All references to connector gender in

this guide are used to describe the connectors on the back of the HS34, not your harnesses. When building harnesses for the HS34,

make note of the fact that the pin order for the male connector is the opposite of the order for the female connector. Small pin numbers can be found next to each pin on both the instrument’s and harness’s connectors.

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Pinouts and Function Description

Below are the pinouts and function descriptions for the HS34’s male and female connectors. At a mini n in the Universal Connections diagram. All mum, you must make the connections show other wiring connections depend on the external equipment you are connecting to the HS34. Many common radio and GPS connections are depicted in the Common Device Connections

section below. Note that the pin numbers are labeled on the face of both the female and male connector.

Male (on HS34) DB25 Female (on HS34) DB25

Pin# Function Pin# Function

Serial 1 RX (PC updates & second

serial port)

CDI + when deflected right

2 Serial 2 RX (SL30, GPS, etc) 2 VOR + when TO flag shown 3 DSAB A 3 LOC +

aster Power (10-30V, 250 mA

max V)

imum at 12

GP Output 1 (not currently

supported)

GP Output 2 (not currently

supported)

GS + when up UP

GS + when FLAG shown

DME Analog IN (0-8V,

40mv/NM)

7 G P 1 in (same as EMS GP in) 7 Resolver G 8 GP 2 in ( S GP in) same as EM 8 Resolver D 9 +5V out 9 Resolver F

GP 6 in (+15V GP in, not currently

supported)

GP 5 in (+15V GP in, not currently

supported)

GP 4 in (+15V GP in, not currently

supported )

ARINC 429 RX 2 B

ARINC 429 RX 1 B

ARINC 429 TX B

13 GP 3 in (same as EMS GP in) 13 ARINC 429 TX B 14 Serial 1 TX 14 CDI + when Left 15 Serial 2 TX 15 VOR own + when From flag sh 16 DSAB B 16 LOC 17 Master Ground 17 GS + when Down 18 Contact in contacts) GS + when Flag hidden 4 ( Ssame as EM 18 19 Contact in contacts) 3 (same as EMS 19 Resolver C 20 Contact in 2 (same as EMS contacts) 20 Resolver H 21 Contact in 1 (same as EMS contacts) 21 Resolver E 22 Marker Outer Input 22 ARINC 429 RX 2 A 23 Marker Middle Input 23 ARINC 429 RX 1 A 24 Marker Inner Input 24 ARINC 429 TX A 25 Voice audio output (8V peak-peak) 25 ARINC 429 TX A

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Universal Conn

T llo ctions that must be ma

he fo wing diagram shows the wiring conne de in every HS34

ections

installation. These required connections ensure that the HS34 can power on, communicate with other Dynon products, connect to a laptop for firmware uploads, and output audio alerts to your intercom system. Once properly configured on your DSAB network, this connection sch

eme allows you to use your HS34’s VALUE knob with the DSAB Bus Master. Refer to the Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) Wiring section on page 3-11 for more information on connecting Dynon products via DSAB. Refer to the DSAB Configuration section on page 5-1 to review the concepts involved in a networked system as well as an example system which includes an HS34

Again, the “Male D25” in the diagram below refers to the male connector on the back of the HS34. The harness you construct to make these connections will terminate in a female D25 connector.

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Generic Device Connections

The three diagrams on this page depict generic device connections for devices outputting ARINC, serial, or analog data. If your device outputs multiple types of data, connect only one type to the HS34 in the following preference: ARINC preferred over serial; serial preferred over analog. ARINC data streams contain more information (vertical GPS guidance, GPS steering, etc) than serial streams and allow more control of your external device. Likewise, serial streams contain more information than that carried over analog lines. If your device is one of those listed in the next section, Common Device Connections, you may ignore this section. See page 3-4 for a chart of supported GPSs.

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Common Device Connections

The following several diagrams show some common radios and GPSs, and the preferred connection schemes between them and the HS34. Make note of whether the connections are to the male or female connector on the back of the HS34. When constructing your harness, refer to the pinouts on page 7-11.

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PANEL LOCATION AND MOUNTING

This section provides you with dimensions, panel location, and mounting information.

HS34 Dimensions and Panel Location

The diagram below shows the HS34’s outer dimensions. Note that the instrument extends about

3.7” behind the panel, and that harnesses can require up to three more inches. Use the dimensions (in inches) found on the diagram to plan for the space required by the instrument. The front bezel of the vertically oriented HS34 (100755-000) is the same height as Dynon’s D100-series products and can be mounted close to – or abutted against – one if desired. Plan a panel location that allows for convenient operation of the knobs and buttons. Ensure that the instrument is in a location where the light sensor (small circle of rubber at upper left of instrument) can measure the true ambient light conditions in the cabin.

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Mounting Tab Dimensions

T tab are below. Note that the tab does not extend

he dimensions for the included mounting

behind the panel perpendicularly. This sharper angle causes the HS34 to pull itself again

st the panel when screwed into the tab.

HS34 Mounting

As shown in diagram at right, make a rectangular cutout – oriented either vertically or horizontally, depending on HS34 version ordered – of 1.45” by 4.75” (3.69 cm by

12.07 cm). Drill three holes at the locations specified in the diagram. Your HS34 also shipped with a life-sized mounting template for making this cutout and drilling the mounting tab holes. Secure the mounting tab to your panel in whatever way you desire. Riveting it to the panel is ideal, but drilling holes for mounting screws and nuts also works.

Upon securing the mounting tab to the back of your panel, slide the HS34 into it. Because the mounting tab

does not extend behind the panel perpendicularly, the

HS34 must slide into the panel such that only the top (or right, for the horizontal version) of the bezel meets the panel. The tapered mounting screw fits into the PEM nut at the end of the mounting tab. Use the included 7/64” Allen wrench to secure the mounting screw into the mounting tab. As you screw the mounting screw tighter, the bottom (or left, for the horizontal version) of the bezel moves closer to the panel. Once it touches the panel, do not turn the mounting screw any further.

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HS34 CONFIGURATION

This section guides you through configuring your HS34. Prior to beginning this section, you must have completed all the steps in the DSAB Configuration chapter with the HS34 turned on and connected to the DSAB network. After DSAB configuration, ensure that the HS34 appears as one of the ACTIVE devices in the EFIS > SETUP > DSAB > STATUS menu.

You may only configure your HS34 on the EFIS-based instrume Master role. The following configuration steps are performed within th

nt assigned the DSAB Bus

e EFIS > SETUP > HSI

menu on the Bus Master instrument.

Device Communication Setup

If you have connected a NAV radio to the analog

diagram on page 7-13, enter the ANALOG menu to configure comm Press SEL► to change the INPUT ENABLED to Y. The SYNC

pins shown in the Analog Connections

unication with this device.

H OFFSET parameter is used to correct analog errors that can occur in the signal path between your radio and the HS34’s measurement. You may normally leave SYNCH OFFSET set to 0. However, if you observe errors in the green course pointer on the HSI Page, you – or a qualified avionics shop – may modify this parameter to bring the course pointer into agreement with the NAV radio. Set SYNCH OFFSET, in degrees, to a value equal to the number of degrees of error in the course pointer on the HSI Page.

If you have connected one or two devices outputting serial d

SERIAL menu, and SEL► to enter it. If the device conne is a GPS, set INPUT to either AVIATION or NMEA (dep on your GPS), and OUTPUT to NONE. If the device co SL30 Nav/Comm, set INPUT to SL30 and OUTPUT to S

Set the BAUD RATE parameter to match the baud r devices support more than one type of data format an

ate us

d ba BAUD RATE settings for SERIAL 1 agree with the settin device connected to the HS34’s Serial 1 pins. If you have

ata, push DOWN▼ to select the

cted to the SERIAL 1 RX and TX pins

ending on the output format configured

ected to the serial pins is a Garmin

L30 CMD.

ed by your SL30 or GPS. Many

ud rate; ensure that the INPUT and

gs in the communication setup for the

a second NAV radio or GPS connected

to the Serial 2 pins, repeat the above steps for it.

If you have connected

one or two devices outputting

the ARINC-429 menu, and SEL► to enter it. Set INP

ARINC-429 data, push DOWN▼ to select

UT1 HS34’s ARINC-429 RX 1 A and B inputs: GAMA GPS connected a device to ARINC-429 RX 2 A and B, repe

at t INPUT2 parameter; otherwise, leave it set to NONE. Nex LOW), based on the output speed of your two ARINC d channel with 2 sets of pins on the connector for wiring ARINC devices can accept commands, set the OUTP

SPEED appropriately.

Note that the EFIS/EMS SERIAL menu is disabled on all with an HS34 connected. All GPS and NAV devices mus

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to the type of device connected to the

GAMA NAV, or DME. If you have

he above configuration for the

t set the SPEED parameter (HIGH or

ices. The HS34 has one ARINC output

nvenience. If one or both of your

DATA to ON and configure OUTPUT

products connected to a DSAB system

be connected to the HS34.

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Markers Configuration

The HS34 supports markers input via ARINC or the 3 discrete Inner, Middle, and Outer mark

pins.

If your NAV radio outputs ARINC data whose stream contains marker information, set the SOURCE to either ARINC1 or ARINC2. ARINC1 corresponds to the ARINC-429 B inputs (fem

ale DB25, pins 11 and 23). ARINC2 corresponds to the ARINC-429 RX 2 A a

RX 1 A and

nd B inputs (female DB25, pins 10 and 22). You must also ensure that the corresponding INPUT1 or INPUT2 parameter in the ARINC-429

menu is set to GAMA NAV.

If you have a device which outputs marker data via 3 discrete signals, set the SOURCE to MRKR PINS. Ensure that your device’s Outer, Middle, and Inner outputs are connected to the HS34’s male DB25 pins 22, 23, and 24, respectively. Marker beacon receivers use a variety of techniques to output the 3 marker signals. Because of this, you may need to experiment with the PULL-UP and ACTIVE WHEN parameters. As a general rule of thumb, if the schematic for your receiver shows the 3 discrete outputs connected to lights whose other side is connecte power, set PULL-UP to Y and ACTIVE WHEN to LOW. Likewise, if the schematic shows th discrete outputs connected to lights whose other side is connected to ground, set PULL-UP to

d to

e 3

and ACTIVE WHEN to HIGH.

Regardless the input type used, you can configure the HS34 to output tones for Outer (Morse code “dashes”), Middle (Morse

code “dot-dashes”), and Inner (Morse code “dots”) markers. Set TONES ACTIVE to Y to configure the HS34 to output the tones for each of the 3 markers. Set to N to configure the HS34 to have no audible marker feedback.

DME Configuration

The HS34 supports Distance Measuring Equipment receiver input via

ARINC or the single DME

Analog In pin (female DB25, pin 6).

If you have connected a DME receiver which outputs ARINC data, set the SOURCE to either ARINC1 or ARINC2. ARINC1 corresponds to the ARINC-429 RX 1 A and B inputs (female DB25, pins 11 and 23). ARINC2 corresponds to the ARINC-429 RX 2 A and B inputs (female DB25, pins 10 and 22). You must also ensure that

the corresponding INPUT1 or INPUT2

parameter in the ARINC-429 menu is set to DME.

If you have connected a DME receiver to the HS34’s DME Analog In pin, set the SOURCE to DME PIN.

GPS and NAV Display Order Configuration

Pressing the NAV SRC button on the HS34 cycles through the available NAV sources in the following order: DG, NAV1, NAV2, etc., GPS1, GPS2, etc. Of course, the numbers of NAVs and GPSs in the cycle depend on how many of each type are configured in the ANALOG, SERIAL, and ARINC-4

29 m

enus.

If you have configured more than one input to receive NAV radio data, enter the NAV ORDER menu to see the list of configured NAV radios and the HS34 inputs they are connected

to. In this menu, you may change the order that each NAV input occurs within the NAV portion of cycle. If you do not see all expected NAV radios, verify that all settings are accurate in the ANALOG, SERIAL, and ARINC-429 menus. Press DOWN▼ or UP▲ to select the input that you wish to

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occur first in the NAV portion. Press MV UP▲ until it appears next to NAV1:. Repeat this for the input you wish to be assigned NAV2 in the source cycle, and so on for as many other NAV radio inputs.

Repeat the above procedure for all configured GPS inputs in the GPS ORDER menu.

Voice/Tone Alert Configuration

The HS34 can act as the sole audio alert source for all DSAB-connected Dynon instruments. The HS34’s audio output reports both EFIS and EMS alerts; each type of alert can be configured to be either voice or tone formats. When the HS34 is connected to your system, audible alerts are still generated by both EMS- and EFISbased instruments. If you would like the HS34’s audio out to be your only source for Dynon product audible alerts, disconnect the audio out connect

ions on your other DSAB-connected Dynon products.

To configure HS34 audio alerts, enter the EFIS > SETUP > HSI menu, scroll down to AU d press SEL►. The

DIO ALERTS, an following points describe the options available for each setting:

EMS: EXT TONE / EXT VOICE – Sets

whether you want the HS34 to report tones or voice alerts during EMS alarm conditions. This setting has no effect on the “direct” audio output of the EMS.

EFIS: EXT TONE / EXT VOICE – Sets

whether you want the HS34 to report tones or voice ale

rts during EMS alarm conditions. The “direct” audio output of the EFIS is m

uted*.

EMS AUDIO ALERTS

RPM HIGH

MANIFOLD PRESSURE HIGH

OIL PRESSURE HIGH/LOW

OIL TEMPERATURE HIGH/LOW

EGT [1..6] HIGH/LOW

EGT SPAN

CHT [1..6] HIGH/LOW

CHT SPAN

CHT [1..6] SHOCK

FUEL LEVEL [1..4] LOW

FUEL PRESSURE HIGH/LOW

FUEL FLOW HIGH VOLTAGE HIGH/LOW CURRENT HIGH/LOW

COOLANT TEMPERATURE HIGH

COOLANT PRESSURE HIGH/LOW

All other EMS alerts vocalized “EMS ALERT”

EFIS AUDIO ALERTS

ALTITUDE (Altitude alerter)

CLIMB/DESCEND (Altitude alerter)

AUTOPILOT DISCONNECT

STALL

TIMER EXPIRED

DSAB ERROR

EFIS: EFIS TONE – tones are generated through the “direct” audio output of the EFIS and the

audio output of the HS34 is muted.

AOA: EXT TONE – During an AOA

alarm condition, tones are generated through the HS34

audio output and the EFIS “direct” audio output is muted*.

AOA: EXT VOICE – During an AOA alarm condition, voice is generated through the HS34

audio output simultaneously with a “progressive” tone from the EFIS “direct” audio output.

AOA: EFIS TONE – Tones are generated through the “direct” audio output of the EFIS and the

audio output of the HS34 is muted.

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* If an HS34 failure is detected during this condition, the EFIS “direct” audio output (tones only is automatically re-enabled (fail-over).

Selecting TES) T VOICE OUTPUT and then pressing SEL► produces an audible voice test (“DYNON AVIONICS”) on the audio output line. This allows you to verify connectio volum

e on the ground.

ns and

The possible voice alerts for both EFIS and EMS are listed i

VALUE Knob Configuration

The VALUE knob changes the ALT an

d BARO settings P >

and is configured from HSI SETU

VALUE KNOB ►.

The VALUE knob can be configured to req

uire an init ny

ial push before rotating the knob has a

effect (REQUIRE PUSH: YES / NO).

The “default” mode of the VALUE knob BARO to set Altimeter or Barometer mod

is configured by setting FIRST ACTION: ALT /

e, respectively.

If REQUIRE PUSH is set to YES:

 The first push of the VALUE kno

and displays a “pop-up” wind

b within 5 seconds changes the value RO).

kno A second push of the VALUE knob the VALUE knob and closes the popknob push or knob rotation), the VAL after 5 seconds and closes the pop-

 If, after the first pus

h of the VALUE knob, the e VALUE knob within 5 seconds ac indicated by the mode displayed in th

b activates r BARO)

the FIRST ACTION mode (ALT o

ow indicati he

of the FIRST ACTION mode (ALT or BA

within 5 seconds a de-activates

up win

UE kn s out)

window.

dow. If there is no further action (either a

ob automatically de-activates (time

knob is not rotated, a second push of th

tivates

the secondary mode of the VALUE knob –

e pop-up windo

n the table above.

ent mode and value. Rotatinng the curr g t

fter rotating the knob

 Pushing the VALUE knob

windows described above) de-activat

a third time or after a knob rotation (within the 5 second

es the VA ow.

LUE knob and closes the pop-up wind

If REQUIRE PUSH is set to NO:

 Rotating the VALUE knob changes t

BARO) and displays a pop-up windo the VALUE knob again within 5 seco

he value of the FIRST ACTION mode (ALT or w indicati

ng the current mode and value. Pushing

nds of the last knob rotation closes the pop-up

window.

 Pushing the VALUE knob without first rotating it activates the secondary mode of the

VALUE knob (ALT or BARO, whichever was not chosen as FIRST ACTION) and displays a pop-up window indicating the current mode and value. Pushing the VALUE knob again within 5 seconds of the last knob rotation closes the pop-up window.

 If there is no further action (either a knob push or knob rotation) within 5 seconds, the

pop-up window automatically closes.

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NAV and/or GPS Fail-over

While not required, it is possible to provide a NAV and/or GPS data fail-over capability in case of a failure of the HS34. To accomplish this, the outputs of the NAV and/or GPS device can

connected in parallel to an EFIS or EMS and an HS34. While the HS34 is operating normally,

the NAV and/or GPS data connected to the HS34 is displayed. (Only) if the HS34 fails, the NAV and/or GPS data connected to the EFIS and/or EMS is (temporarily) displayed. There is no indication provided that the data being displayed is connected to the EFIS and/o notification that the HS34

has failed.

r EMS – only a

To configure and test NAV and/or GPS failover:

1. Temporarily d

isconnect or power off the HS34 and reconfigure the system without the

HS34.

2. Connect and configure the NAV

and/or GPS outputs to the EFIS and/or EMS inputs.

Ensure that the NAV and/or GPS data is being properly displayed on the EFIS.

3. Reconnect the HS34 and reconfigure the system to

4. Connect and configure the (p

arallel) NAV and/or GPS ouputs to the HS34. Ensure that

recognize the HS34.

the NAV and/or GPS data is being properly displayed on the EFIS.

To test the fail-over capability, temporarily disconnect the HS34 and observe the NAV and/or GPS data on the EFIS; data should display properly after a pause of a few seconds with the HS34 connected, and disconnected.

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Appendix D: Dynon AOA/Pitot Installation and Calibration

Thank you for your purchase of Dynon’s AOA/Pitot Probe. This guide walks you through the steps to install and calibrate both the heated and unheated versions of the AOA/Pitot Probe. While the probe senses standard pitot pressure, allowing it to work with any standard airspee indicator, its AOA functionality is designed specifically to work with Dynon’s EFIS series of products. Do not expect it to work prod perly with another AOA system.

To ensure accuracy, it is very important that you i specified calibration steps. W the

installation.

Dyn ’ he

on s Heated AOA/Pitot Probe is nickel-plated. Do not polish the probe as this will cause t

fini

sh to come off.

OA CALCULATION: PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

Dyn

on Avionics’ AOA/Pitot probe performs two functions: airspeed sensing and angle of attack

sens g

in . These functions require two pressure ports on the tip of the probe. The normal pitot pressure port is on th The

second pressure port is located on an angled surface just under the pitot port and is designed to be ve pressur

HEATING: PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

ry sensitive to AOA. The EFIS-D10A then uses the difference between these two

es to calculate the current angle of attack.

e front face of the probe and is designed to be insensitive to angle of attack.

e recommend that you read the entire guide before proceeding with

nstall the probe correctly and perform the

The heated version of Dynon’s AOA/Pitot Probe utilizes a heating mechanism unlike any other heated pitot on the market. The probe is heated by a high-quality nichrome heating element whose temperature is accurately measured and regulated by the heater controller. This controller – located in an enclosure which can be mounted in a wing or elsewhere – regulates the heat at the tip of the probe to a constant temperature. There are several advantages to this, including: lower power consumption, increased heating element lifespan, and a much cooler pitot on the ground when de-icing is not necessary. This unique technique ensures that the pitot can be rapidly deiced when required, but does not needlessly waste electricity when not in icing conditions.

While the probe does not operate like a normal heated pitot, it will still get fairly hot in normal ambient temperatures. When turned on, it will regulate its internal temperature to about 70°C to 80°C. To ensure that the heater is working, briefly touch the end of the pitot farthest from the snout after 1 minute of operation and verify that it is warm.

FAILURE WARNING

Designed to meet the indication requirements of FAR 23.1326, the heated pitot controller has an output that can trigger a warning light in the cockpit whenever the probe heater is turned off or is not functioning properly. While not required for Experimental and LSA category aircraft, this feature provides peace of mind, giving you instant feedback that your probe’s heater is working as designed.

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TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED

 Dynon Avionics AOA/Pitot probe.  Two plumbing lines (usually ¼” soft aluminum or plastic tubing) routed from the EFIS-

D10A to the probe mounting location.

 Tubing interface hardware

o Reference our wiki at wiki.dynonavionics.com for tubing interface hardware

recommendations.

 #36 Drill and 6-32 tap  AOA Pitot M

ounting bracket. Models known to work well include:

o Gretz Aero CBK12 (Chrome) and PBK12 (Paintable), available at

aero.com/mountbracket.html

gretz or from Aircraft Spruce.

d lip for the RV series. It is available o SafeAir1 also makes a bracket with a joggle

from www.safeair1.com

Please follow these instructions explicitly as improper installation can result in permanent damage to your device and/or aircraft.

HEATER CONTROLLER WIRING AND MOUNTING

If you have purchased the heated version of the probe, please follow the instructions in this s rsion of the probe, you may skip to the AOA/Pitot

ection. If you have purchased the unheated ve

P ollow these instructions explicitly as improper

robe Mounting section on page 7-28. Please f

installation can result in permanent damage to your device and/or aircraft.

Heater Controller Mounting

The heater controller box should ideally be mounted close to the AOA/Pitot Probe. The box’s

dimensions are found at right, for reference. When mounting the controller close to the probe, ensure that it is close enough for its wires to mate with the probe’s wires, with room for strain-relief. If you find it difficult to mount the controller in the wing, or simply wish for the controller to be mounted closer to th end the

e battery, you must ext lines using the correct wire gauge as described in the Wiring section below.

When the desired location is selected, secu

re the heater controller via the 4 mounting holes. Route the wiring between the probe, controller, panel, and power source, as described below.

EFIS-D10A Installation Guide 7-25

Appendix

Heated AOA/Pitot Wiring System Overview

T basic layout of the electrical connections between the

he following block diagram depicts the probe and heater controller. This diagram should be used in conjunction with detailed in to

structions on the following pages. Read the specific instructions for each connection prior

inst

allation.

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Appendix

Heater Controller Wiring

Before making the connections to your Heated AOA/Pitot Probe and controller, refer to the Recommended Wiring Practices section on page 2-1. The chart at right provides general recommendations for wire gauge choice, given wiring run length.

Probe to Controller Wiring

As mentioned above, it is preferable that the heater controller box be mounted near enough to the probe that 5 wires between the controller and

Recommended wire gauge for runs,

given 10-amp peak current

Run length Gauge

0’ – 7’ 18 AWG

7’ – 9’ 16 AWG 10’ – 16’ 14 AWG 17’ – 24’ 12 AWG 25’ – 40’ 10 AWG

From FAA AC 43.13-1B, page 11-30

probe can be connected without extension. The three mating pairs of colored wires – terminated with Fastons – are used to carry the current to the heating element in the probe. The 2 white wires are for temperature measurement, and can thus be small. If you have mounted the heater controller near the probe and do not need to extend the wires between the two, simply plug each wire on the controller into its corresponding likecolored wire from the probe.

If you do need to extend the wires between the probe and the controller, use the recommended wire size (see chart on page 7-25) for your run length. Since extending the wire runs requires that you cut the connectors off the 5 wires between the probe and controller, splice the extension wires between the probe and controller using butt splices or other sim

ilarly secure method. The white wires are not polarity-dependant. Additionally, as the white wires do not carry any significant current, you may extend them with 26 AWG or larger for any run length.

Controller Power wiring

Three wires – colored red, black, and white – exit the controller for connection to your electrical system. Power (between 10 and 15 volts) is fed to the controller via the red and black wires. The maximum current draw of the heated pitot controller/probe is 10 amps. You must route your own appropriately-sized wires to where the heater controller is mounted. Both power and ground lines should be able to handle 10 amps with minimal voltage drop, as recommended in the chart on page 7-25.

The red wire should be connected through a pilot-accessible switch to the main power source in the aircraft (limited to 15 volts). The switch allows you to manually turn the heater controller on and off, depending on the situation. Install a 15-amp fuse at any point along the power line to the heater

Color Notes

Red Connected through a pilot-accessible

switch to 10–15V supply. Must handle

up to 10 amps.

Black Must have a constant connection to

ground. This is required for the warning

light to operate when controller is

powered off or not functioning. Line

must handle up to 10 amps.

White Connected to a light bulb (or resistor &

LED) tied to switched ship’s power.

This line is grounded when the heater

controller is powered off or not

functioning. Connection can handle no

more than 1 amp. Current depends on

light source connected.

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Appendix

controller. Rem even when the controller is powered on, it only heats the probe the

ember that

amount necessary to maintain temperature.

The black wire should be permanently connected controller should occur via the red power line, not

Heater Status Connection

Note: The probe he

ater functions properly whether or not yo his connection. It is simply

to gr

ound. Cutting power to the heater

the black

ground line.

u make t

a status output for your convenience.

The white heater status wire is grounded whe properly. This wire should be connected to a light connected to switched aircraft power. When the he heater status line is open, leaving the indicator light tu

n the probe he ed o g

on the pa oth

a ite

ter is on and functioning properly, the wh

ater is turn ff or not functionin nel, whose er terminal is

rned off. When there is no power to the heater controller – or it is not functioning properly – the white line is grounded, turning the indicator light on.

Aircraft Spruce P/N 17-410 is an example of a light that will work for this application. An LED and resistor in series will also suffice. If you use an LED as the indicator, you must choose a resistor that delivers the appro

priate current to the LED, and can accommodate the power

required for its current and voltage drop.

If you own a Dynon EMS-based product, you may also use one of its two contact input to display an onscreen indication. Connect this heater status output directly to the desired EMS contact input, with no additional resistors or lights. You must configure the contact display as described in your EMS-based product’s Installation Guide.

AOA/PITOT PROBE MOUNTING

The Dynon Avionics AOA/Pitot probe has been designed as an under-wing pitot. The following information applies to this type of installatio mount, contact us so we can make the appro of Dynon’s AOA/Pitot Probe does not com

AOA/Pitot Probe Mount Location

The Dynon Avionics AOA/Pitot probe only where the airflow over the probe is r

elatively un d recommend that you mount it at least 6 between 2 and 12 inches behind the leadin mounted about mid-wing span wise to min tips. Testing during the probe development has s the pitot probe in the RV series of aircraft

AOA/Pitot Probe Mounting Instructions

After the mounting location has been determ instructions or fabricate your own mount. In such that the body of the probe is horizontal

32) on the probe to match your mounting br that you avoid drilling into the pitot and A

n. If you wish to mount your pitot on nose boom

pria tments to your pitot. The heated version

te adjus

e n

a -i boom mount configuration.

func

tions correctly when mounted in a location

disturbe by the aircraft. In general, we

inches below the

g edge of the win

imize the effect

hown that the or

also w

orks for the Dynon probe.

ined, mo

eithe

r case, mount the probe securely to the wing

durin

g level flight. Drill and tap mounting holes (#6-

wing and with the tip of the probe

g. Typically, pitot probes are

s of both the propeller and the wing

standard mounting locations f

unt the pitot m

ounting kit per the include

acket. Use caution when drilling the holes, ensuring

OA pressure lines. As long as you do not penetrate

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Dynon Avionics EFIS-D10A Installation Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

1. INTRODUCTION

OEM Installations

Warning

About this Guide

Menu Descriptions

2. WIRING OVERVIEW

Recommended Wiring Practices

Power Requirements

25-Pin Female EFIS Harness

WIRING SYSTEM OVERVIEW

3. INSTRUMENT INSTALLATION

Selecting a Remote Compass Module Location

EDC-D10A Communication Cable

Power Inputs

Serial Communication Cable

PC USB CONNECTION

EFIS SERIAL HARNESS

SL30 and/or GPS connection

IF YOU OWN ONLY AN EFIS-D10A OR EFIS-D100

IF YOU OWN TWO EFIS-ONLY UNITS

IF YOU OWN ONLY AN EMS-D10 OR EMS-D120

IF YOU OWN AN EMS AND AN EFIS (NOT FLIGHTDEK-D180)

IF YOU OWN ONLY A FLIGHTDEK-D180

IF YOU OWN A FLIGHTDEK-D180 AND AN EFIS

Altitude Encoder Wiring

SERIAL ALTITUDE FORMATS

Format 1

Format 2

Format 3

Format 4

Audio Alert Output

Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) Wiring

Panel Location and Mounting

OPTION 2: FLUSH-MOUNT BRACKET

Connecting Static & Pitot Lines

4. EFIS CALIBRATION AND CONFIGURATION

Ensuring Proper Installation

Setting Zero Pitch (In flight)

Compass Heading Calibration

SETTING MAGNETIC INCLINATION ANGLE AND INTENSITY (REQUIRED)

Obtaining Magnetic Inclination and Intensity

Entering inclination and intensity into the EFIS-D10A

EFIS-D10A (INTERNAL) HEADING CALIBRATION (ON GROUND AND IN FLIGHT)

Performing the calibration

Troubleshooting

EDC-D10A HEADING CALIBRATION (ON GROUND ONLY)

Troubleshooting

Configure Airspeed Color Thresholds

5. DSAB CONFIGURATION

Network Concepts

Example Networks

Initial Setup

Network Status

6. AUTOPILOT INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION

Additional Information and Updates

DSAB Firmware Compatibility

Compass Calibration Critical For Certain AP Modes

Autopilot System Electrical Installation

SERVO ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

AP CONTROLS ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

AP74 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Servo Mechanical Installation

SERVO DIMENSIONS

LINKAGE MOUNT POSITION FORCE AND TRAVEL

AP74 Mechanical Installation

AP74 DIMENSIONS AND PANEL LOCATION

MOUNTING BRACKET DIMENSIONS

AP74 MOUNTING

Firmware Upgrades Required For AP Functionality

AP Servo Configuration

CONFIGURATION OVERVIEW

STEP 1 - CONFIGURE DSAB

STEP 2 - SERVO CALIBRATION AND SERVO TEST

STEP 3 - ROLL SERVO INITIAL SETUP

STEP 4 – PITCH SERVO INITIAL SETUP

Advanced Pitch Gain and Rate Adjustments