Magnetic Compass Swing - Avidyne Entegra EX5000 MFD Series Installation Manual

EX5000 Installation Manual
P/N 600-00073 Rev 24
5. If the Signal Quality is not reported as Good, check for possible causes and solutions:
Possible Cause
The antenna field of view is
obstructed.
There is a local source of
electromagnetic interference.
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6.7 Magnetic Compass Swing

After installation and EMI checks are complete, perform a magnetic compass "swing" in accordance
with the aircraft installation manual for updating the heading correction card in accordance with 14
CFR 23.1327 and 23.1547.
Try moving or rotating the aircraft.
If rotation works, the antenna location on the aircraft
Note:
may not be optimal
■ Try shutting off any nearby sources (such as VHF radios, alternators
and magnetos).
■
Relocate the aircraft away from potential nearby sources.
■ Check electrical connections to ensure there is no improper
grounding.
■ The antenna and cable are not properly installed.
■ The antenna may not be properly connected to the ground plane.
■
The cable may not be properly connected to the antenna or the
EX5000.
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Possible Solution