Release 3 and Later Installation Manual 700-00007-(), 700-00167-() P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Document Revision History Date Revision Description May 17, 2007 00 Initial Release per ECO-07-112 Oct. 10, 2007 01 Update per ECO-07-353 Apr. 15, 2008 02 Update per ECO-07-477 November 17, 2008 03 Update per ECO-08-490. Incorporate Release 4 software changes, MLX770, and enhanced direct Synchro heading information. November 17, 2009 04 Update per ECO-09-480. Adding EX600.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 IMPORTANT NOTICE Avidyne STC No. SA00161BO (EX500, P/N 700-0007-() ) is only applicable to the 14 CFR Part 23 Class I, II, and III aircraft, as defined in Advisory Circular AC 23 1309-1C, which are listed in the AML.
Contents 1 About the EX500/EX600 MFD................................................................................................. 1 1.1 Standard Functionality .................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Optional Functionality...................................................................................................................... 1 2 General Information............................................................
Contents 5.5.5 GPS/FMS Communications Check (Messages)................................................................... 33 5.5.6 GPS/FMS Installation-Specific Issues .................................................................................. 34 5.6 Lightning Sensor Setup................................................................................................................. 35 5.6.1 Lightning Sensor Setup .....................................................................................
Contents 6.7 Broadcast Datalink Satellite Reception ......................................................................................... 73 6.8 Datalink Display Test .................................................................................................................... 74 6.9 Magnetic Compass Swing............................................................................................................. 74 7 EX500 General Maintenance ....................................................
List of Figures Figure 1: Main Connector Sample Port Assignments................................................................................. 10 Figure 2: Sample EX500/EX600 Panel Placements................................................................................... 14 Figure 3: Heading Configuration with GPS/FMS ........................................................................................ 22 Figure 4: Heading Configuration with StormScope .............................................
List of Figures Figure 44: RDR-1300 RADAR Direct Connect Wiring..............................................................................105 Figure 45: RDR-1300 RADAR w/Adaptor Cable Wiring ...........................................................................106 Figure 46: WXR250/270/300 RADAR w/ Adaptor Cable Wiring...............................................................
List of Tables Table 1: EX500 Technical Specifications ..................................................................................................... 4 Table 2: EX600 Technical Specifications ..................................................................................................... 4 Table 3: Sensor Port Configuration Options................................................................................................. 5 Table 4: Main Connector (P2) Pin Assignments......................
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 About the EX500/EX600 MFD 1 About the EX500/EX600 MFD The Avidyne Multi-Function Display, or MFD, is a single unit computer system mounted in an aircraft instrument panel in the pilot's view that interfaces to various aircraft avionics. The MFD increases pilot situational awareness and enhances flight safety by providing supplementary navigation, traffic, terrain, airspace, weather, and approach chart information.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Optional Functionality ● External lightning detection system—Allows the MFD to present a visual display of lightning strikes or cells overlaid on the moving map display. ● Two-Way Datalink transceiver—Allows the MFD to display strategic weather and airspace information in graphical and textual formats.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 General Information 2 General Information This section contains the following information: ➥ ● Section 2.1, “Equipment Description” on page 3 ● Section 2.2, “MFD Technical Specifications” on page 4 ● Section 2.3, “Configuration Options” on page 5 To obtain maximum performance from the MFD, follow the installation instructions carefully.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Technical Specifications 2.2 MFD Technical Specifications Table 1: EX500 Technical Specifications Standard Features Display High Brightness Sunlight Readable Color AMLCD Diagonal size 5.5 inches Interfaces RS-232, ARINC 429, ARINC 453, ARINC 407 & TTL Physical Characteristics Weight with tray With Quake SC: 7.2 lbs Without Quake SC: 6.8 lbs Height 4.35 inches (Face Plate) Width 6.25 inches (Face Plate) Depth 12.8 inches (Tray incl.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 General Information 2.3 Configuration Options To support the many sensor types encountered in the typical aircraft installation, the installer must configure the EX500/EX600 for the sensor type and select the correct port configuration. Table 3 lists sensor options and their associated port configurations. This data may be used when executing Maintenance Mode sensor setup utilities. Port selection must match the aircraft wiring.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Configuration Options Table 3: Sensor Port Configuration Options (Continued) Sensor Type Traffic Sensor Option Not Installed RS-232 Devices Port Type Default Port — — RS-232 2 ■ ■ ■ TAS ARINC429 2 ■ ■ ■ ■ TIS-G 2 TCAS Broadcast Datalink Not Installed Port Config.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 General Information Table 4: Main Connector (P2) Pin Assignments Pin Function Suggested Your Setup Pin Function 1 TTL1 (R/T ON) 40 28 VDC 2 RESERVED 41 28 VDC Suggested 3 RESERVED 42 28 VDC 4 GND 43 ARINC 429 TX1 A 5 ARINC 429 RX1 A 44 RESERVED 6 ARINC 429 TX2 A 45 ARINC 429 RX2 A TRAFFIC 7 TTL2 (TAS) 46 ARINC 429 TX3 A RADAR 8 ARINC 429 RX3 A 47 TTL3 (TAS) 9 ARINC 429 TX4 A 10 RS232 TX1 11 RS232 RX1 GPS A 12 RS2
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Configuration Options Table 4: Main Connector (P2) Pin Assignments (Continued) Pin Function Suggested Your Setup Pin Function Suggested 35 SYNCHRO Y IN 74 SYNCHRO REF HI 36 GND 75 ARINC 453 RX1 A 37 GND 76 RESERVED 38 RESERVED 77 RESERVED 39 RESERVED 78 ARINC 453 RX1 B Your Setup RADAR RADAR Table 5: ARINC Port Pinout Cross-Reference ARINC 429 Ports Port 1 2 3 4 Signal TX A Suggested Pin ARINC 453 Ports Your Setup Port 43
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 General Information Table 6: RS-232 Port Pinout Cross-Reference RS-232 Ports Port 1 2 3 4 ➥ Signal Pin TX 10 RX 11 RTN 12 TX 30 RX 31 RTN 32 TX 49 RX 50 RTN 51 TX 69 RX 70 RTN 71 Your Setup Note that the connector assignments are suggested, but not required. If you use different pin assignments, be sure to document the changes.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Configuration Options TAWS 453: ARINC 453 RX #2 RADAR 453:ARINC 453 RX #1 20 59 39 DIMMING 19 SYNCHRO 18 78 58 38 77 57 37 17 76 56 36 16 75 55 35 15 74 54 34 14 TRAFFIC 232: RS-232 #2 GPS A 232: RS-232 #1 73 53 33 13 72 32 12 71 31 ARINC 429 RX #3 9 29 68 48 28 67 RADAR 429: ARINC 429 TX #3 66 TRAFFIC 429: ARINC 429 RX #2 47 27 7 46 26 6 65 45 25 5 64 44 24 4 63 AVIONICS POWER: RTN 43 23 3 62 42 22 2 61 41 21 1 TA
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Unpacking the MFD 3 Unpacking the MFD The shipping carton for the FlightMax EX500, Avidyne P/N 850-00010-XXX contains one of the following configurations: Table 7: EX500 Part Numbers Part Number 700-00007-() Qty 1 600-00078-000 600-00078-001 1 Black w/ Quake SC Grey no Quake SC Black, no Quake SC Grey w/ Quake SC Description -001 -701 -801 -901 EX500, no RADAR -002 -702 -802 -902 EX500, RDR1100/1200 (RT131A*, RT-1201A1*) -003 -703 -803 -90
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Configuration Options Locate the labels on the bottom of the MFD. Verify that the MFD includes the ordered feature option set marked on the label.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Installation Planning 4 Installation Planning This section contains information for installing and wiring the MFD. All installation procedures should follow the acceptable practices, methods, and techniques of avionics installations as described in FAA Advisory Circulars. Use appropriate appendices for guidance with MFD dimensions and panel cutout requirements. Installations not identified in applicable STCs may require additional substantiation.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Cooling Requirements AUDIO PANEL TRANSPONDER EX600 or EX500 ADF OR OTHER AVIONICS GPS/NAV/COM GPS/NAV/COM AUTOPILOT OR OTHER AVIONICS MFD PLACEMENT IN PANEL OF SMALLER AIRCRAFT (TYPICAL) AUDIO PANEL EX600 or EX500 TRANSPONDER ADF OR OTHER AVIONICS GPS/NAV/COM GPS/NAV/COM AUTOPILOT MFD PLACEMENT IN PANEL OF LARGER AIRCRAFT (TYPICAL) Figure 2: Sample EX500/EX600 Panel Placements 4.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Installation Planning When you install the EX500/EX600 tray, ensure that the mounting tray is installed at the proper depth in the panel to allow the connectors of the EX500/EX600 to fully seat in the connectors of the mounting tray. When properly installed, the EX500/EX600 bezel will contact the protruding lip on the bottom of the tray. Make sure that the structural aspects of the installation are performed in accordance with AC43.13-2A, Chapter 1. See D.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Electrical and Sensor Interfaces ■ For 14 vdc A/C, use 14 to 28 vdc converter (KGS Electronics RB-125, Ameri-King AK550-6 or similar with TSO-C71, output 5 A (EX500), 3 A (EX600) min. @ 28 vdc.) 2. Dimming—P2- input: use 22 AWG, connect to a/c instrument dimming bus. Supports any range 0-28 vdc. Connection to dimming-bus ground reference required. 3. ARINC 429—P2- wire: use 22 AWG twisted shielded pair, MS22759/18-22-2 or equivalent.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Installation Planning 4.6.3 Weight and Balance Calculation A Weight and Balance calculation aircraft is required as part of installation approval process. Follow the guidelines as established in AC 43.13-1B, Chapter 10, Section 2. Use the unit and installation kit materials weight as follows: ● EX500 With Quake SC: 7.2 lb. (3.3 kg)—EX500 MFD with tray and connectors ● EX500 Without Quake SC: 6.8 lb. (3.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Selecting the Heading Source 4.7 Selecting the Heading Source The EX500/EX600 can receive aircraft heading from a variety of sources.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Installation Planning The EX500/EX600 can operate with both Datalink systems simultaneously. With both 2-Way Datalink and Broadcast Datalink systems installed, the MFD can provide Avidyne's unique MultiLink features, which include text messaging, flight tracking, and enhanced weather coverage. 4.8.1 ORBCOMM Antenna Details (EX500 Release 4.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Wiring External Devices 4.9 Wiring External Devices 4.9.1 GPS and FMS Wiring GPS data may be received via a GAMA 429 Graphics interface with intersections or an RS-232 interface. See the appropriate wiring diagram and the specific installation instructions for your particular GPS. For more information, see Section 5.7, “Traffic Sensor Setup” on page 40.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Installation Planning 4.9.5 Traffic Sensor Wiring The MFD supports a number of different traffic sensors. Be sure to follow the instructions for the specific traffic sensor installed on the aircraft. ● TAS (L-3 SkyWatch: SKY497, TRC497 and TRC899)—Connect data and TTL control lines and configure as shown in Appendix I: Traffic Sensor Wiring, on page 98. Use shielded wiring and terminate as shown.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Wiring External Devices Configuring Map Heading from a GPS/FMS The MFD can receive heading from an GPS/FMS via an ARINC 429 bus. The source of heading is usually a gyro transmitting synchro or stepper to SkyWatch or StormScope sensor connected to the GPS/FMS, as shown in Figure 3. See Appendix G: GPS/FMS System Wiring, on page 96 for the correct pinouts to the MFD.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Installation Planning Configuring Map Heading from a Heading Source using the Synchro Interface The EX500/EX600 is capable of receiving heading data directly from a heading source using the Synchro interface as shown in Figure 6. The Synchro pins on the MFD are identified in Table 4 and Figure 1. Also see Figure 34, “EX500/EX600 General Wiring,” on page 95 for Synchro connection information.
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Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout 5 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout This section contains the following information: ● Section 5.1, “Preliminary Test” on page 25. ● Section 5.2, “Optional MFD Function Activation Utility” on page 26 ● Section 5.3, “Using the Configuration Save and Restore (CSR) Utility” on page 26 ● Section 5.4, “Using the Maintenance Mode Page” on page 27 ● Section 5.5, “GPS/FMS Navigators Setup” on page 30 ● Section 5.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Optional MFD Function Activation Utility 5.2 Optional MFD Function Activation Utility Avidyne provides the ability to install CMax using an activation utility on CompactFlash. This section describes the installation procedure for this utility. With Release 4.1 and later MFDs, CMax is included and activated at the factory so this procedure is not necessary.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout 5.4 Using the Maintenance Mode Page The MFD Maintenance Mode Page contains the setup pages for each function. ➤ To start using the Maintenance Mode Page, apply power to all the sensors that interface with the MFD, including the GPS, the Lightning and Traffic sensors, and TAWS sensor. 5.4.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Using the Maintenance Mode Page 6. Record the software part number, and verify that it is compatible with the hardware part number, in accordance with the table below.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout ➤ When working in Maintenance Mode: 1. After making changes to each setup page press Save to save your changes and return to the main menu. To exit without saving your changes, press Cancel. ➥ 2. Changes in the setup pages do not take effect until the MFD has been restarted. From the Maintenance Mode Page, press Restart System. Avidyne suggests that you restart the system after you make changes to each setup page.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 GPS/FMS Navigators Setup 5.5 GPS/FMS Navigators Setup The MFD can interface with several types of GPS/FMS systems. Table 12 lists the GPS/FMS systems that can be used with the MFD, along with information about data formats and GPS configurations.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Note: MFD Feature Setup and Checkout Use the matrix as a general guideline only. GPS manufacturers are constantly changing their products. Always refer to the Installation Manuals that come with the GPS/FMS to confirm configuration and setup parameters. Additionally, keep in mind that not all GPS configurations can be used with all aircraft.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 GPS/FMS Navigators Setup ■ Speed—There are two speeds available, High and Low. See Table 12, “GPS/FMS Manufacturer’s Matrix,” on page 30 to determine the correct speed for your system. 3. When you are done, press Save to save your changes. Press Cancel to exit without saving changes. 4. Changes do not take effect until the MFD has been restarted. From the Maintenance Mode Page, press Restart System. 5.5.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout Figure 9: Dual GPS Setup 3. When you are done, press Save. Press Cancel to exit without saving changes. 4. Changes do not take effect until the MFD has been restarted. From the Maintenance Mode Page, press Restart System. 5.5.4 Dual GPS Setup with RS-232 The MFD can interface with two RS-232 GPS units, or with a combination of one RS-232 GPS unit along with one ARINC 429-capable GPS unit.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 GPS/FMS Navigators Setup Table 13: GPS/FMS Communications Messages (Continued) Message Meaning/Action Action Nav Source: Can't Open Port Another device is configured for the same port. Check the Setup page for all devices. Typically the GPS/FMS is configured for Port1 (for RS-232) or ARINC1 (for ARINC 429). If a second GPS/FMS is being used it is configured for Port2 or ARINC2.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout 5.6 Lightning Sensor Setup The MFD supports the Avidyne TWX670 and L-3 WX-500 Lightning sensors. Table 14 describes the Avidyne TWX670 Configuration Options. Table 14: TWX670 Configuration Options Option Operating Mode Values Notes Weather Normal operating mode. Demo Used to learn lightning operations. The options below are available on the “TWX670 Configuration” page.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Lightning Sensor Setup 5.6.1 Lightning Sensor Setup ➤ To configure the Lightning sensor: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select Lightning Setup. The selection page is displayed: Figure 10: Selection Page 2. Choose the sensor to be connected to the MFD. The Setup Page is displayed. For the WX-500 Setup The screen shown in Figure 11 is displayed. Figure 11: WX-500 Setup Page For the TWX670 Setup, the screen shown in Figure 12 is displayed.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout Figure 12: TWX670 Setup Page 3. For WX-500, set the following options: ■ Sensor – Select between the lightning sensor and a simulation program (WX-500 only). The normal selection is the sensor name (“Avidyne TWX670” or “WX-500”). The WX-500 simulation setting is used in conjunction with the demo mode on the sensor to simulate operations on the ground. ■ Operating Mode – The normal operating mode is weather.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Lightning Sensor Setup Note: The antenna position setting and stabilization source must agree with the WX-500 jumper setting and the physical mounting location of the antenna. 4.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout Table 16: Lightning Sensor Messages (Continued) Message Meaning Lightning Sensor is Not Communicating Communication between the Lightning sensor to the MFD has been lost. ■ Ensure that the wiring between the MFD and the Lightning sensor is correct. ■ Check the port configuration for the Lightning sensor. ■ The Lightning sensor may have an error.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Traffic Sensor Setup 5.7 Traffic Sensor Setup The EX500/EX600 allows you to acquire traffic information from many different sources. If the aircraft has one of the sensor types shown in Table 17, the MFD will provide traffic alerting, as described in the EX500/EX600 MFD Pilot Guide. ! The EX500/EX600 only supports the types of traffic sensors shown in Table 17.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout Figure 13: Sample Traffic Setup Pages 4. When you are done, press Save. Press Cancel to exit without saving changes. 5. Changes do not take effect until the MFD has been restarted. From the Maintenance Mode Page, press Restart System. If needed, see Table 18, “Traffic Communication Messages,” on page 43. 5.7.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Traffic Sensor Setup ● If you need to switch between types of installed traffic sensors, first change the traffic sensor type to None, press Save, and restart the MFD. Then select the new traffic sensor type. ● If you install a TAS600 Series or TCAD 9900BX traffic sensor using an RS-232 port, then the tail number of other aircraft (equipped with Mode S transponders) or squawk codes will display on the Map Page.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout 5.7.4 Traffic Communications Check (Messages) After restarting the MFD, any of the following messages may appear in the main viewing screen or the message bar and Setup page. Table 18: Traffic Communication Messages Message Meaning Traffic Sensor is Not Communicating Traffic data is not being received. Traffic Sensor is in Stand-By (TAS/TIS) The traffic sensor has been placed in Standby mode.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 TAWS Setup (Optional) 5.8 TAWS Setup (Optional) The EX500/EX600 can interface to Honeywell EGPWS systems with Phase 2 or later software. 5.8.1 TAWS Setup ➤ To configure the TAWS interface: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select TAWS Setup. The TAWS Setup Page displays: Figure 14: TAWS Setup Page 2.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout 5.8.2 TAWS Communications Check (Messages) If there is a communication or data error between the TAWS sensor and the MFD, one of the following messages will display on the bottom of the screen. Table 19: TAWS Error Messages Message TAWS Failed Meaning/Action The system configuration is incorrect or one of the system components has failed. Verify that the sensor is turned on and valid. ■ Verify system wiring.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Radar Sensor Setup 5.9 Radar Sensor Setup The EX500/EX600 supports a number of different radar types, briefly described in Table 7, “EX500 Part Numbers,” on page 11 or Table 8, “EX600 Part Numbers,” on page 11. The available configuration options, described in Table 21, “Radar Options,” on page 48 are radar specific.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout • • ART-2100 (RDR-2100) 5, 10, 20, 40, 80, 60°, 90°, 5 160, 240, 320 100°, 120° † † † † RT-131A (RDR-1100) 10, 20, 40, 80, 160, 240 60°, 120° 3 • • * • RT-1201A (RDR-1200) 10, 20, 40, 80, 160, 240 60°, 120° 3 • • * • RT-1201A (RDR-1200) with DA- 10, 20, 40, 80, 1203A antenna 160, 240 60°, 120° 3 • • * • RT-1301A/B (RDR-1300) with DA-1203A antenna 10, 20, 40, 80, 160, 240 60°, 120° 3 • • * • 1
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Radar Sensor Setup 5.9.2 Setting up Radar Support ➤ To set up radar support: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select Radar Setup. The Radar Setup Page displays: Figure 15: Radar Setup Page 2. From the Radar Setup Page, select the radar sensor installed on this aircraft. 3. Press Save to save the radar selection, and then press Restart System. 4. Enter Maintenance Mode again and reselect Radar Setup. 5.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout Table 21: Radar Options (Continued) Option Value Notes Enable Auto-Tilt Control Checkbox When checked, enables Radar auto-tilt mode. Primary Indicator (1) Checkbox When checked, enables EX500/EX600 control of radar functions.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Radar Sensor Setup 4. Press Enter to accept the new values. 5. When you are done, press Save from the Radar Setup Page. Press Cancel to exit without saving changes. 6. Changes do not take effect until the MFD has been restarted. From the Maintenance Mode Page, press Restart System.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout Bendix/King Installation Manual Replacement Section 1 2.4.1 CONFIGURATION PROCEDURE USING RADAR INDICATOR The R/T Configuration Module must be configured using the Allied Signal KPA 900 Configuration Module Programmer Kit (Part Number 050-03311-0000) in conjunction with a personal computer. See the configuration module user data for detailed setup instructions. Follow the instructions for the programmer. 2.4.1.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Radar Sensor Setup Bendix/King Installation Manual Replacement Section 2 2.4.4.1 Stabilization Calibration with Radar Indicator To calibrate the radar pitch and roll: A. From the Aux Page, enter Maintenance Mode, as described in Section 5.4, “Using the Maintenance Mode Page” on page 27.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Note: MFD Feature Setup and Checkout Failure to set any of the settings described in step E will prevent you from entering calibration mode. If more than one radar indicator is installed in the system, all but one indicator must be in the OFF or STBY position in order for the system to enter the calibration mode. F. Open the Aux Page and enter Maintenance Mode. G. Press Radar Setup to display the Radar Setup Page. H.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Radar Sensor Setup ◆ 4. Note: When you reach the desired setting, quickly adjust the TILT SETTING to above 10 UP to lock in the setting. Proceed to step L. If the 400 Hz REF field is zero (0), and does not change when the TILT knob is adjusted, check that the correct gyro has been selected when programming the Configuration Module. L. Calibrate PITCH GAIN 1. Set the tilt table for 10o pitch up. 2.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 7. MFD Feature Setup and Checkout Proceed to step N. N. Calibrate ROLL GAIN 1. Set the tilt table for 10o roll right. 2. Use the GAIN controls to set the GAIN POT /2 setting between 21- and 23-. 3. Set the ROLL ANGLE field to 0.0 ±1.0o. ◆ To increment the value of the ROLL ANGLE, use the right inner knob to change the TILT SETTING to between 5 and 10 UP.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Radar Sensor Setup 3. Note: ➥ Set the TILT SETTING to 15.0D. The fault fields will flash indicating that your settings are being saved. If the save procedure is successful, the GYRO fault will disappear and the azimuth count will cycle through its entire number range. For an example, see step S. 4. If the GYRO fault remains, set TILT to 0 and repeat step 3. 5. After saving the configuration, this section is complete.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout 4. Set the tilt table to 10o roll right. The value should be 10.0R ±1.0o. If the value is out of range, repeat step R. 5. Set the tilt table to 10o roll left. The value should be 10.0L ±1.0o. If the value is out of range, repeat step R. 6. Set the tilt table to 0o roll. The value should be 0.0 ±1.0o. 7. Proceed to step S. S. Save Configuration 1. Adjust the GAIN controls for a GAIN POT /2 setting to 4- or 5-. 2.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Radar Sensor Setup 5.9.7 Radar Communications Troubleshooting If there is a communication or data error between the RADAR sensor and the MFD, one of the following messages will display on the bottom of the screen. Table 23: Radar Sensor Error Messages Message Radar Sensor Data Is Invalid Radar Sensor Has Failed Meaning/Action Data received from the RADAR sensor system can not be used by the EX500/ EX600. ■ Cycle power on the EX500/EX600.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout 5.10 Aircraft Setup The options on the Aircraft Setup Page depend on the aircraft model and selected options for that aircraft. These options may include: ● Auxiliary Data ● Two-Way Datalink ● Broadcast Datalink ● Dimming Bus Note: The available options are dependent on the aircraft model and additional purchased features. Your aircraft may not have all options available. ➤ To configure the Aircraft Setup Page: 1.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Aircraft Setup 5.10.1 Two-Way Datalink Setup If Narrowcast (2-Way) Datalink is installed in this aircraft, the Narrowcast pull-down will be available. Select (enable) the appropriate Narrowcast transceiver as follows: ● Narrowcast—Select the appropriate transceiver: ■ Avidyne MLX770—Enables a connected MLX770 Iridium transceiver. ■ Quake SC—Enables an internal ORBCOMM Datalink transceiver (EX500 Only).
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout ORBCOMM Datalink Checkout (EX500 Only) ➤ To check the ORBCOMM Datalink installation: 1. From the Maintenance Mode page, select System Info. The System Info page displays: Figure 19: System Info—Datalink Info Page for ORBCOMM 2. In the Page dropdown, select Datalink Info. 3. On the Datalink Info page, verify the SC Serial Number and software versions.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Aircraft Setup 4. Check the Signal Quality, as displayed on the lower half of the Trip Page. ■ Good—Confirms the receiver is detecting the satellite signals. ■ Marginal or Weak—May require repositioning the aircraft to better location. ■ None—Indicates a bad antenna, cable, connection or receiver. ➤ To test the installation of the MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver: 1.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout After restarting the MFD, either of the following messages may appear in the message bar on any page and in the message list on the Aux or Setup Page. Table 24: Broadcast Datalink Messages Message Broadcast is Operating Normally Meaning Verifies that the MFD is communicating with the Broadcast Datalink Receiver Broadcast is Not Communicating.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Map Heading Source Setup 5.11 Map Heading Source Setup The MFD can overlay Traffic intruders and Lightning strikes on the Map pages. To use this feature, configure Map Heading with the appropriate source of heading or ground track to match the aircraft wiring. Note that Heading is required to overlay Radar on the Map page. For more information about wiring, see Figure 3, Figure 4, and Figure 5 on page 22.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout 5.11.2 Setup with GPS/FMS as Heading Source ➤ To configure the MFD with the GPS/FMS as a heading source: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select GPS Setup. 2. Ensure that GAMA 429 GPS has been selected in the GPS Setup. 3. Return to the Maintenance Mode Page and select Map Setup. 4. Set the following option: Map Heading—GPS/FMS 5. When you are done, press Save. Press Cancel to exit without saving changes. 6.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Map Heading Source Setup 5.11.5 Setup with Synchro as Heading Source ➤ To configure the MFD with a heading source connected through the Synchro interface: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select Map Setup. 2. Select the following Map Heading option: Map Heading = Synchro 3.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Feature Setup and Checkout 2. Set the following option: Map Heading—None (Use GPS Track) 3. When you are done, press Save. Press Cancel to exit without saving changes. 4. Changes do not take effect until the MFD has been restarted. From the Maintenance Mode Page, press Restart System. 5.11.7 Map Heading/Track Status ➤ To check the operational status of your heading or track: 1.
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Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Post-Installation Check 6 Post-Installation Check After installing the MFD, you need to perform a post-installation check to ensure that all components are working properly. This section contains the following information: ● Section 6.1, “System Info Pages” on page 69 ● Section 6.2, “Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI) Check” on page 71 ● Section 6.3, “TWX670 Lightning Sensor Strike Test” on page 71 ● Section 6.5, “Traffic Test” on page 72 ● Section 6.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 System Info Pages 6.1.2 System Info > Platform Info Page The Platform Page provides information about the hardware platform and settings of your MFD. Figure 22: System Info > Platform Info Page 6.1.3 System Info > Port Info Page The Port Page displays the ports selected for various interfaces during the setup process. Use this page to check your port configurations, described in Section 2.3, “Configuration Options” on page 5.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Post-Installation Check 6.2 Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI) Check The EMI check verifies that there is no electrical interference between the EX500/EX600 MFD and other electronic systems installed in the aircraft. Operating the MFD should not result in Nav flags, constant location lightning strikes from the lightning sensor, noise on COMM channels, or other phenomena.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 WX-500 Lightning Sensor Strike Test 6.4 WX-500 Lightning Sensor Strike Test With a WX-500 lightning sensor installed and set up, the Maintenance Mode page will have a Lightning Strike Test key which enables you to test the lightning sensor. ➤ To perform the Lightning Strike Test: 1. On the Maintenance Mode page, press Lightning Strike Test. 2. The Map page opens and displays a single strike on the 15 mile range and 45 degrees relative bearing.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Post-Installation Check 4. If the expected reception levels are not achieved, check for possible causes and solutions: Possible Cause Possible Solution The antenna field of view is obstructed. The antenna field of view is obstructed. There is a local source of electromagnetic interference: ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Try shutting off any nearby sources (such as VHF radios, alternators, magnetos, ground power cart).
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Datalink Display Test ■ If Deactivation displays, contact XM. See www.avidyne.com for additional information. 6.8 Datalink Display Test After completing all configuration procedures, confirm that Datalink information displays on the EX500/ EX600 for all installed Datalink devices. 6.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 EX500 General Maintenance 7 EX500 General Maintenance This section briefly describes maintenance procedures that are done by the aircraft owner (or pilot). This information is also available in the EX500/EX600 Multi-Function Display Pilot’s Guide. This section contains the following information: ● Section 7.1, Cleaning the EX500/EX600 Screen ● Section 7.2, MFD Data Updates 7.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Data Updates This section describes moving data from your Portable USB Device to the EX500/EX600. If using a Zip Drive Dataloader: ! • Allowing the portable Zip Drive to dangle by the cable can result in damage to your MFD, or the Drive, as well as a data load failure. • Do not insert the Zip disk into the Zip Drive until the initial FlightMax logo screen displays on the MFD.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 ■ Note: EX500 General Maintenance If using a Zip Drive Dataloader, connect one end of the cable to the Zip Drive and the other end to the EX500/EX600 data port Do not insert the Zip disk into the Zip Drive until after you turn on the MFD (in step 4). Ensure that the Zip Drive is supported and not dangling by the cable. Letting the Zip Drive dangle can cause permanent damage to the data port.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 MFD Data Updates 4. The Dataloader Page shows the progress as it loads the data into the MFD. After loading the data, the Dataloader performs an integrity check on the data and displays a successful data load message if all data is valid. 5. When the operation is complete, the EX500/EX600 will continue to the normal startup Page. 6. At this point, turn off power to the EX500/EX600, remove your Portable USB Device, and then turn the EX500/EX600 power back on.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Avidyne Technical Support and Service 8 Avidyne Technical Support and Service 8.1 Technical Support Avidyne’s web site contains information that may assist the operator and installer with questions or problems with their Avidyne product. www.avidyne.com Technical support questions may be submitted, 24 hours per day, via the following. Email: Fax: Voice: techsupport@avidyne.
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Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 AC 20-68B Recommended Radiation Safety 9 AC 20-68B Recommended Radiation Safety DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION WASHINGTON, D.C. PURPOSE. This circular sets forth recommended radiation safety precautions to be taken by personnel when operating airborne weather radar on the ground. CANCELLATION. AC20-68, dated April 11, 1975, is cancelled.
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Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Environmental Qualification Forms Appendix A: Environmental Qualification Forms RTCA/DO-160E ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM NOMENCLATURE Multi-Function Display PART NO: 700-00007-(), EX500 & 700-00167-(), EX600 MANUFACTURER: AVIDYNE CORPORATION ADDRESS: 55 OLD BEDFORD ROAD, LINCOLN, MA 01773 CONDITIONS RTCA/DO-160E 700-00007-() 700-00167-() PARAGRAPH CONDUCTED TEST CONDUCTED TEST CATEGORY CATEGORY TEMPERATURE 4.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Authorized TSOs Appendix B: Authorized TSOs Table 27: Authorized TSOs Applicable TSO Description TSO-C63c Airborne Weather and Ground Mapping Pulsed Radars TSO-C110a Airborne Passive Thunderstorm Detection Equipment TSO-C113 Airborne Multipurpose Electronic Displays TSO-C118 Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) Airborne Equipment, TCAS I TSO-C147 Traffic Advisory System (TAS) Airborne Equipment TSO-C157 Aircraft Flight Information Se
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 STC Permissions Appendix C: STC Permissions C.1 EX500 Avidyne Corporation hereby grants permission to all National Aviation Authority (FAA, CAA, JAA) approved installers to use data from all STCs and amendments Avidyne has received to modify aircraft. Copies of the STCs and amendments from the STC Master Document List are available upon request or at the Avidyne web site Technical Publication page.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 EX500, EX600, Tray & Panel Dimensions Appendix D: EX500, EX600, Tray & Panel Dimensions D.
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Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 EX500, EX600, Tray & Panel Dimensions D.6 EX500 and Tray Dimensions 6.3 TRAY WIDTH 6.2 FACEPLACE WIDTH 4.35 FACEPLATE HEIGHT 4.4 TRAY HEIGHT P2 - MAIN HDB-78 J2 - DATALINK 50 OHM COAX FRONT VIEW - MFD IN TRAY P1 - ANALOG RADAR HDB-44 REAR VIEW - TRAY W/ CONNECTORS ATTACHED J1 - VIDEO INPUT 75 OHM COAX (NOT SUPPORTED - SHOWN FOR REFERENCE ONLY AFT FACING PLANE OF PANEL 12.8 TRAY + CONNECTOR DEPTH 11.4 TRAY DEPTH .7 6.3 CENTER OF GRAVITY 1.0 1.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 EX500, EX600, Tray & Panel Dimensions D.7 EX500 Panel Cut-Out Dimensions PANEL CUTOUT TRAY INSTALLED FROM FRONT OF AIRCRAFT PANEL PANEL CUTOUT TRAY INSTALLED FROM REAR OF AIRCRAFT PANEL ONLY! NOTE: MAXIMUM INSTRUMENT PANEL THICKNESS IS .125 IN NOTES: 1. DIMENSIONS IN INCHES.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 EX500, EX600, Tray & Panel Dimensions D.8 EX500 Tray Support Structure Panel A AUDIO PANEL OR OTHER AVIONICS RPM RPM MAP MAP OIL T OIL T AUTOPILOT OR OTHER AVIONICS FLIGHTMAX EX500 OIL P OIL P FF FF NAV/COM OR OTHER AVIONICS TRANSPONDER OR OTHER AVIONICS GPS/NAV/COM OR OTHER AVIONICS A FRONT VIEW - RADIO PANEL FASTEN ANGLE WITH RIVETS MS20426A- ALUMINUM 2024-T3 PER AMS 4037 & AMS QQ-A-250/4 ANGLE, 0.063 X 0.75 X 0.
Installation Manual ORBCOMM Two-Way Datalink Antenna Installation (EX500 Only) P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Appendix E: ORBCOMM Two-Way Datalink Antenna Installation (EX500 Only) ACCEPTABLE UNACCEPTABLE PREFERRED DATALINK ANTENNA LOCATION UNACCEPTABLE Ø 0.1285 20 PLACES SPACED 1.5 NOMINAL ANTENNA MOUNTING LOCATION Ø 0.177 4 PLACES Ø 0.75 0.812 23 OVAL HEAD SCREW NAS387-388 OR FLAT HEAD 18 0.812 COUNTERSUNK LOCK WASHER MS35790 (FOR AV14) 1.00 1.
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 EX500/EX600 General Wiring Appendix F: EX500/EX600 General Wiring P2 AVIONICS POWER 20 AWG 28VDC 22 AWG 22 AWG NOTE 7 RTN 22 AWG 22 AWG 20 AWG 22 AWG 22 AWG A/C INSTRUMENT DIMMING GROUND AVIDYNE EX500/EX600 FLIGHTMAX MFD 40 41 42 60 61 62 28 VDC 28 VDC 28 VDC GND GND GND 18 37 DIMMING GND 33 SYNCHRO VALID 16 35 54 74 17 SYNCHRO X SYNCHRO Y SYNCHRO Z REF HI REF LO NOTE 4 AIRCRAFT HEADING SOURCE SYNCHRO NOTE 3 R2: 10K 1/4 W R1: 10K 1/4 W V
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 GPS/FMS System Wiring Appendix G: GPS/FMS System Wiring GPS/FMS SOURCE A INTERCONNECT (NOTE 1) GPS/FMS 429 OUTPUT GARMIN GNC 155XL/ 300XL J101 GARMIN GNS 430 P4001 GARMIN GNS 530 P5001 BENDIX/KING KLN-90B 429 TX A 429 TX B 16 15 46 47 46 47 24 23 GPS 232 OUTPUT NORTHSTAR M3 J901 UNIVERSAL UNS-1B P5001 J12 K12 AVIDYNE EX500/EX600 FLIGHTMAX MFD HONEYWELL GNS-XLS J101 17 18 P2 5 25 GPS A 429 RX A GPS A 429 RX B 11 12 GPS A 232 IN GPS A 232 RTN
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Lightning and Datalink Sensor Wiring Appendix H: Lightning and Datalink Sensor Wiring BROADCAST DATALINK HEADS UP XMD076 AVIDYNE MLB700 J1 P1 232 RX 4 3 GND 23 232 TX 22 AVIDYNE EX500/EX600 FLIGHTMAX MFD NOTE 2 24 P2 69 71 BROADCAST 232 OUT BROADCAST 232 RTN 2 70 BROADCAST 232 IN NOTE 1 MLX7X0 DATALINK AVIDYNE MLX7X0 AVIDYNE MLX7X0 P1-COM 2 P1-COM 1 232 RX 6 3 P2 30 BROADCAST 232 OUT GND 26 24 32 BROADCAST 232 RTN 232 TX 5
Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Traffic Sensor Wiring Appendix I: Traffic Sensor Wiring I.
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Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Copyright This document is applicable to Software Part Number 530-00193-() and 530-00201-(). Copyright © 2009 Avidyne Corporation. All rights reserved. All trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners. All materials are copyrighted including images that represent this software. This manual has been provided pursuant to an agreement containing restrictions on its use.
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Installation Manual P/N 600-00175-000 Rev 04 Government Licensee If you are acquiring the Software on behalf of any unit or agency of the United States Government, this provision applies. The Government acknowledges Avidyne's representation that the Software and its documentation were developed at private expense and no part of them is in the public domain. The Government acknowledges Avidyne's representation that the Software is “Restricted Computer Software” as that term is defined in Clause 52.
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