Dynon Avionics EFIS-D6 Installation Guide

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EFIS-D6

Installation Guide

This product is not approved for installation in type certificated aircraft.

P/N 101209-000, Revision A

For use with firmware version 1.0

May, 2009

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Limited Warranty

Dynon Avionics warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for three years from date of shipment. Dynon Avionics will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor. The customer is, however, responsible for any transportation cost. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident, improper installation or unauthorized alteration or repairs.

THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE, AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL DYNON AVIONICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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.

These 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. Introduction 1-1

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

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

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

2. Wiring Overview 2-1

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

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

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

3. Instrument Installation 3-1

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

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

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

EFIS Serial Harness................................................................................................................................................... 3-3

Altitude Encoder Wiring ........................................................................................................................................... 3-5

Audio Alert Output.................................................................................................................................................... 3-7

Panel Location and Mounting.................................................................................................................................... 3-8

Connecting Static & Pitot Lines ...............................................................................................................................3-10

4. EFIS Calibration and Configuration 4-1

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

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

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

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

5. Appendix 5-1

Appendix A: Instructions for Continued Airworthiness............................................................................................ 5-1

Appendix B: Dynon AOA/Pitot Installation and Calibration .................................................................................... 5-7

Appendix C: Encoder Serial-to-Gray Code Converter Installation ..........................................................................5-15

Appendix D: Replacing the EFIS-D6 battery pack...................................................................................................5-18

Appendix E: Upgrading EFIS-D6 to EFIS-D10A ....................................................................................................5-19

Appendix F: Weights................................................................................................................................................5-20

Appendix G: EFIS-D6 Specifications.......................................................................................................................5-20

EFIS-D6 Installation Guide v

1. INTRODUCTION

This manual provides information about the physical, electrical, and plumbing installation of the EFIS-D6, 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-D6 Pilot’s User Guide.

The EFIS-D6 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.

Warning

EFIS-D6 Installation Guide 1-1

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 may be downloaded from our website at

downloads.dynonavionics.com.

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-D6 via the female 25-pin Dsub 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-D6 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-D6. The harness is made up of 22 AWG wire and meets 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-W-22759/16; 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-D6 via pins in the female D-25 connector as shown on the 25-Pin Female EFIS Harness diagram on page 2-2.

The EFIS-D6 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.

For wires that are marked “(Unused in EFIS-D6)”, terminate these wires in an appropriate manner (insure that they do not short). Dynon recommends not cutting or removing these wires to preserve the option of upgrading the EFIS-D6 to an EFIS-D10A

Female

DB25

Dynon Harness Wire

Color

Function Details

Pin #

1 Red

Master Switch Power

(10-30 volts)

Page 3-3

2 Yellow (Unused in EFIS-D6) 3 Black Primary Ground Page 3-3 4 Green (Unused in EFIS-D6) 5 Blue (Unused in EFIS-D6) 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)

(Black on some harnesses)

White/Orange

(Red on some harnesses)

White/Blue

Blue/White

EFIS-D6 Transmit / PC Serial

Serial Encoder Transmit (RS-232)

Receive (RS-232)

EDC-D10A Data B

EDC-D10A Power (12V)

Page 3-4

Page 3-2

Page 5-15

14 N/A No Connect

15 N/A Emergency Backup Power Page 3-3

16 Black Ground

17 N/A No Connect

18 Green Audio out Page 3-7

19 N/A No Connect

20 N/A No Connect

White (Bundled in Encoder

cable)

22 Yellow (Bundled)

(Green on some harnesses)

White/Green

Serial Encoder Ground

EFIS-D6 Receive / PC Serial

Transmit (RS-232)

EDC-D10A Data A

Page 5-15

Page 3-4

Page 3-2

24 White EDC-D10A GND Page 3-2

25 N/A No Connect

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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-D6. While the EFIS-D6 includes a built-in electronic compass, it is recommended to install and calibrate the included EDC-D10A Remote Compass Module.

Selecting a Remote Compass Module Location

Finding a good location for the EDC-D10A remote compass module is critical to an accurate EFIS-D6 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 ro idea of the suitability of your chosen location If the needle deviates significantly from magnetic north in any given area, that locatio would not be ideal for the EDC-D10A.

• The EDC-D10A can be mounted anywhe

the aircraft (away from magnetic interference) such that its pitch is as close to that of the EFIS-D6 as possible. It does not need to be directly along any axis of the EFIS-D6. It should be mounted with the long axis parallel to the wings, the electrical connector facing toward the front of th plane, and the mounting tabs on the bottom. The bracket used to hold the EDC-D10A must hold the EDC-D10A the same pitch, roll, and yaw as the EFISD6 with respect to the airframe. We recommend that you use an electronic level, if available, to make sure the EDC-

Connector toward direction of flight

ugh

re in

Connector forward and

tabs mounted down

Side view of EDC-D10A, tabs mounted

down and aligned within 1 degree of pitch

with EFIS-D6

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Instrument Installation

D10A is aligned with the EFIS-D6 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 location as free from magnetic interference as possible. This means keeping the EDC-D10A 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.

in a

EDC-D10A Communication Cable

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO POWER UP THE EFIS-D6 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 terminat

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-D6 and the EDC-D10A remote compass module. T 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 i e harness s lied b ts of 4 condu urrounded by a metal shield and white insulation. These 4 wires are terminated with crimped female D-sub p wrapped in plastic tubing. If you are building your own cable, we recommend that you use shielded cable as well.

• With the 25-pin EFI

tubing off the 4 D-sub pins.

• Route the cable to the EDC-D

above.

• Install t

chart above.

• Install the bac

n th upp y Dynon consis ctors, s

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

k shell around the DB9 connector.

EDC

DB9 pin# Function Wire color

S harness disconnected from the EFIS-D6, carefully cut or pull the

10A mounting location chosen according to the instructions

es in

ins

Correct wiring installation can be easily verified once the EDC-D10A connected to it. If you have correctly wired your EDC-D10A wiring harness yo will see the heading properly displayed at the top of the screen (provided you have turned on the heading display in the CLUTTR menu). If wiring is not correct, or the EDC-D10A is not communicating properly with the EFIS-D6, you will see the message REMOTE COMPAS NOT DETECTED in place of the heading onscreen.

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completed. Power on the EFIS-D6 with

Instrument Installation

The metal shield around the EDC communication cable is connected to the short black/white wire from the DB25. Connect this wire to ground.

Power Inputs

The EFIS-D6 has two separate power inputs, located on the DB25 EFIS connector. Only Master Switch Power is required to operate the instrument. The other input provides redundancy. Below is a table that explains both power inputs and their purposes. Both inputs share a common ground signal, wired to pin 3 on the EFIS connector.

EFIS

DB25

pin#

1 Master

3 Primary

15 Emergency

Function EFIS DB25

wire color

Red Provides primary power to the instrument. The

Switch

Power

Black Connect to ground. Must carry as much as 2

Ground

(Not wired in

Backup

Power

Dynon

harness)

Description

EFIS-D6 will switch on upon application of power. Connect to a switched power source. Will not be adversely affected by engine cranking.

amps. Will operate the EFIS-D6 only if Master Switch

Power is not present. The transition from Master Switch 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.

EFIS Serial Harness

The EFIS-D6 has one RS-232 serial port that can be used for two purposes. The EFIS Serial port (DB9) is used for:

• Connecting to a PC to use the Dynon 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 Dynon Support Program can be downloaded at downloads.dynonavionics.com

• Connecting a compatible GPS receiver to serve as a backup to airspeed in the event of a

blocked pitot.

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