Vor/Loc/ Gs Checkout; Autopilot; Magnetic Compass Swing; Ifd5Xx Bezel And Display Lighting - Avidyne IFD540 Installation Manual

7.6.7.3 Receiver/Transmitter Operation
Test VHF Com's ability to receive and transmit to another VHF Com station. Verify using a
low/middle/high frequency.

7.6.8 VOR/LOC/ GS Checkout

If installed, test the VOR/LOC/GS system using a local frequency or test set. Verify the OBS
(selected course) is functioning, CDI/HSI/PFD is indicting correctly, and NAV audio is
received. Also, verify no EMI on the VOR/LOC/GS system.

7.6.9 Autopilot

If the IFD5XX can be coupled to an Autopilot system, verify the Autopilot is operating
correctly with the IFD5XX as the navigation source.

7.6.10 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.

7.6.11 IFD5XX Bezel and Display Lighting

Verify the Bezel and Display Lighting for the IFD5XX can be set to an appropriate level for
Day and Night flight conditions. Likewise, verify any external HSI/CDIs can be properly
adjusted for day and night lighting conditions.

7.6.12 External Annunciators and Switches

If installed, verify external annunciators and switches are operating correctly. Verify the
external annunicator lighting can be adjusted for Day and Night flight conditions (Bright and
Dim setting, but never off). Verify all external switches are functioning correctly.

7.6.13 Placards

Verify all circuit breaker(s), switches, and limitation placards (if needed) are installed.
If required per Section 2.4.1, there must be a placard in clear view of the pilot that specifies
the kind of operations to which the operation of the airplane is limited or from which it is
prohibited under 14 CFR 23.1525. The limitation placard must be installed in a conspicuous
place in the Pilot's field of view. The placard text height must be a minimum of 0.10 inches in
contrasting color to the surrounding area. The text must be high-quality solid-color font of at
least 300 DPI (dots per inch). The placard must not be easily disfigured, erased, or obscured.
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