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Page 1: Installation Guide
FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide This product is not approved for installation in type certificated aircraft P/N 100600-000, Revision H For use with firmware version 5.4 August, 2010 Copyright © 2003-2010 by Dynon Avionics, Inc. -
Page 3: Contact Information
Contact Information Dynon Avionics, Inc. 19825 141 Place NE Woodinville, WA 98072 Phone: (425) 402-0433 - 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Pacific Time) Monday - Friday Fax: (425) 984-1751 Dynon Avionics offers online sales, extensive support, and continually-updated information on its products via its Internet sites: ... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
External EMS Warning Light...........................4-10 Audio Alert Outputs ..............................4-10 Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) Wiring......................4-11 Panel Location and Mounting...........................4-13 Connecting Static & Pitot Lines ..........................4-14 EFIS Calibration and Configuration Ensuring Proper Installation ............................5-1 Setting Zero Pitch (In flight)............................5-1 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... - Page 6 Appendix C: HS34 Installation and Configuration....................9-10 Appendix D: Dynon AOA/Pitot Installation and Calibration ...................9-24 Appendix E: Encoder Serial-to-Gray Code Converter Installation................9-32 Appendix F: Capacitance-to-Voltage Converter Installation..................9-35 Appendix G: Replacing the FlightDEK-D180 battery pack ..................9-36 Appendix H: Weights ...............................9-36 Appendix I: FlightDEK-D180 Specifications......................9-38 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 7: Introduction
OEM Installations If your FlightDEK-D180 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 FlightDEK-D180 firmware to maintain a consistent pilot experience and minimize integration issues across a large number of installations. -
Page 8: About This Guide
MORE, then pressing INFO, and then pressing LEFT to enter the left info item 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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... -
Page 9: Wiring Overview
25-pin D-sub connector on the back of the instrument. All EMS-related sensor inputs enter the FlightDEK-D180 via the male 37-pin and female 25-pin D-sub connectors 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. -
Page 10: Grounding
Wiring Overview fuse for the wire you select. Power is fed to the FlightDEK-D180 via pins in the female D-25 connector as shown on the 25-Pin Female EFIS Harness diagram on page 2-4. The FlightDEK-D180 system-wide power requirement is 14 watts typical and 19 watts maximum. -
Page 11: +5V Excitation
Please contact Dynon Avionics to order extension wire. Harness Mating The following diagram shows the 3 electrical connectors on the back of the FlightDEK-D180. The two horizontal connectors are used for the EMS portion of the product; the vertical connector is used for the EFIS portion. -
Page 12: 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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... - Page 13 Page 4-11 No Connect No Connect No Connect Black (bundled) PC Serial Ground – EFIS logging only Page 4-5 FlightDEK-D180 Transmit / PC Serial Page 4-4 Orange (bundled) Receive (RS-232) – EFIS logging only White/Orange (Red Page 4-2 EDC-D10A Data B...
- Page 14 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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 15: 37-Pin Female Ems Harness
Dynon Avionics, pins 1, 2, 34, 35, 36, and 37 have wires inserted, but are not used. You may clip the wires or remove the pins as needed. Refer to the following page for detailed pin out descriptions. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... - Page 16 Page 3-7 Brown/blue Contact 1 Page 3-18 Brown/yellow Contact 2 Page 3-18 Orange FlightDEK-D180 Transmit / PC Serial Page 4-5 Receive (RS-232) – EMS logging only Yellow FlightDEK-D180 Receive / PC Serial Page 4-5 Transmit (RS-232) – EMS logging only Black...
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Page 17: 25-Pin Male Ems Harness
Inside the outer insulations, each wire in the pair has the color listed on the diagram below. If you are making your own harness, utilize J & K type thermocouple wire as indicated in the diagram. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... -
Page 19: Transducer Installation
Weather Pack crimp tool (common slip joint pliers will also work) o Available from www.whiteproducts.com/tools.shtml #2 Phillips screwdriver Flathead screwdriver ¼” ID tubes, any necessary adapters, and clamps for routing manifold pressure to the sensor. Drill and 1/8” bit FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... -
Page 20: Exhaust Gas Temperature (Egt) Probes
Have a knowledgeable mechanic inspect the installation. The probe can come lose during flight, and could potentially come in contact with rotating engine parts or the propeller. We suggest a safety wire to keep the probe in place. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... -
Page 21: Cylinder Head Temperature (Cht) Probes
Rotax 912 engines use 2 resistive CHT probes that are included with the engine. These probes are preinstalled, but you need to route the connections from them to the FlightDEK-D180. See the CHT General Purpose Installation section on page 3-15 for information on making the physical connection to the sensor. -
Page 22: Tachometer
If you have a standard tachometer transducer (usually with a 12V output), you may simply connect its output to the RPM Left input on the FlightDEK-D180. Ensure that you follow all recommendations given in the manual for your individual tachometer transducer. -
Page 23: Manifold Pressure Sensor
RPM Left input on the FlightDEK-D180. DIGITAL IGNITION AND OTHER PICKOFFS The FlightDEK-D180 can read frequency-based RPM signals, provided the peak voltage is at least 10 volts above ground. If the peak voltage exceeds 50 volts, use the included 30kΩ resistors as described in the P-lead Pickoff section above. -
Page 24: Oil Pressure Sensor
Transducer Installation If you notice fluctuations on the manifold pressure reading on the FlightDEK-D180, you may need to install a restrictor with a small hole inline between the sensor and the head where the manifold pressure line is split off. -
Page 25: Oil Temperature Sensor
37-pin harness. Crimp another ¼” female Faston onto the brown wire from pin 8. Push t 1/8-27 NPT 1/8-27 NPT two Fastons onto the two terminals on the fuel 0-30 PSI 0-80 PSI pressure sensor. Polarity is not important. If you FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... - Page 26 Due to vibration issues, never connect the sensor directly to engine. If you use Teflon tape or other seal, ensure the sensor casing still maintains a good connection to ground. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 27: Fuel Flow Sensor
The inlet port, outlet port, and flow direction are marked on the top of the FT-60. ROTAX PLACEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS If installing on a Rotax 912, review the following page for recommendations specific to these engines. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... - Page 28 Transducer Installation 3-10 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 29: Fuel Level Sensor
RESISTIVE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR You may connect up to four resistive fuel level sensors to the FlightDEK-D180. Simply connect the output of the sensor you would like to be Fuel Level 1 (left tank) to pin 20 and the sensor you would like to be Fuel Level 2 (right tank) to pin 21. -
Page 30: Ammeter Shunt
D180. There are two methods for accomplishing this. You may simply connect two 1 amp fuses in-line between the shunt and the FlightDEK-D180. Or, you may use butt splices to connect 1” to 2” sections of 26 AWG wire between the shunt and each of the Amps leads connecting to the... -
Page 31: General Purpose Inputs
“H” in the diagram above; connect the “Amps Low” lead to the side marked by “L”. If you find that the current reading on the FlightDEK-D180 is the opposite polarity of what you want, swap the two signal inputs (Amps High and Amps Low) to obtain the desired result. - Page 32 Route either of the two wires to an electrical ground. 100468). Route the other wire to the general-purpose input of your choice. If you received a temperature sensor with all black wires (Dynon P/N 100413), you 3-14 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 33 CHT sensor to pin 4. Repeat this with the right CHT sensor. Be sure to configure the FlightDEK-D180 to recognize the Rotax CHT sensors on the 2 general- purpose inputs as described in the General Purpose Inputs section on page 6-17.
- Page 34 Connect the ground input on the sensor to a ground common to the FlightDEK-D180. Connect the output of the sensor to the desired GP input. You may connect up to three trim/flap sensors. For physical installation, refer to the instructions that came with your position sensor.
- Page 35 DB37 harness Functio in the accessories package (Dynon P/N 100446-000) Pin# Color included with the FlightDEK-D180. You will be using Desired See chart on one of these resistors for proper installation of your GP input page 3-13 coolant temperature sensor.
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Page 36: Contacts
(connection to ground). You may connect up to two contacts you would like to be monitored by the FlightDEK-D180. You must ensure that when closed, the contact connects to a ground common to the FlightDEK-D180. The voltage on the contact inputs must not exceed 15V. -
Page 37: General Purpose Thermocouple
Transducer Installation General Purpose Thermocouple You may configure the FlightDEK-D180 to monitor one J Color Function or K type thermocouple. Dynon Avionics does not supply a Thermocouple specific general purpose thermocouple probe for this + (yellow or purpose. However, our standard EGT and CHT probes will... -
Page 39: Instrument Installation
Connector forward and such that its pitch is as close to that of the tabs mounted down FlightDEK-D180 as possible. It does not need to be directly along any axis of the FlightDEK-D180. It should be mounted with the long axis parallel to the wings, the... -
Page 40: Edc-D10A Communication Cable
Instrument Installation if available, to make sure the EDC-D10A is aligned with the FlightDEK-D180 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. -
Page 41: Power Inputs
DB25. Connect this wire to ground. Power Inputs The FlightDEK-D180 has three separate power inputs, located on the EFIS connector. Of the three, only Master Power is required to operate the instrument. The other two inputs provide redundancy. -
Page 42: Serial Communication Cables
If you do not have a serial port on your PC, use the included USB-to-Serial adapter to connect the FlightDEK-D180 to your PC’s USB port. 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. - Page 43 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 FlightDEK-D180 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 downloads.dynonavionics.com.
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Page 44: Sl30 And/Or Gps Connection
FlightDEK-D180. When a Dynon product is connected to a GPS, it will synchronize its Zulu clock to the time reported by the GPS. - Page 45 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 4-11.
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Page 46: Altitude Encoder Wiring
There are four different serial formats used by transponders. The FlightDEK-D180 can output any of these formats. To select which format the FlightDEK-D180 sends out its serial encoder output port, you must choose the appropriate format via the menu system. When the menu... - Page 47 Example message Format 4 Garmin GTX330 (set on Icarus input), Garmin GTX327 (set Used By on Icarus input), Garmin GTX328, Icarus, Trimble 9600 Baud rate ALT, space, five altitude bytes, carriage return Format ALT 05200[CR] Example message FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 48: External Ems Warning Light
Connect one of the lamp’s leads to your plane’s power. Connect the other lead to pin 29 on the FlightDEK-D180 37-pin wiring harness. During an alarm condition, this pin is connected to ground, causing current to flow through the lamp. -
Page 49: Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (Dsab) Wiring
Outside terminal To ground To set the volume of the AOA and engine alarms, you will need your FlightDEK-D180 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 SETUP > AOAALM. In that menu, press the TEST button. - Page 50 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 7-1 for detailed instructions on configuring your DSAB network. 4-12 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 51: Panel Location And Mounting
Avoid placing the instrument near heater vents or any source of extremely hot or cold air. Keep in mind that the air surrounding the FlightDEK-D180 during operation may be no warmer than 50 C. Plan a panel location that allows convenient viewing of the instrument with no obstruction. -
Page 52: Connecting Static & Pitot Lines
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 FlightDEK-D180 and any other instrument in your panel which requires it. -
Page 53: Efis Calibration And Configuration
FlightDEK-D180. This section takes you through these steps to make sure that you have properly installed and configured your FlightDEK-D180. - Page 54 EFIS Calibration and Configuration SETTING MAGNETIC INCLINATION ANGLE AND INTENSITY (REQUIRED) To calibrate your FlightDEK-D180 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.
- Page 55 FlightDEK-D180 (i.e., you see the heading tape displayed on the EFIS main page), and have located a suitable place to perform the calibration, perform the following steps: 1. Turn on the FlightDEK-D180 and allow it to warm up for at least 15 minutes before performing the calibration.
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Page 56: Configure Airspeed Color Thresholds
If the heading shown onscreen is off by a small, but constant amount, you can change a heading offset in the FlightDEK-D180 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 >... - Page 57 EFIS Calibration and Configuration 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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 59: Ems Configuration
INC+ and DEC- buttons will appear. Press INC+ to increase the value and DEC- to decrease it. The FlightDEK-D180 comes with most displays defaulted to ON. If you have not installed a given sensor or have reason to not display it, set the DISPLAY parameter to OFF. -
Page 60: Alarm And Color Threshold Configuration
Whenever a value is in normal operating conditions (green on the analog bar), its displayed numeric value will be white. When any value enters a yellow or red zone on its analog bar, the respective numeric value will change colors accordingly. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... -
Page 61: Global Parameters Setup
Refer to the FlightDEK-D180 Pilot’s User Gu for more detailed information about the PILOT SETUP and SCREEN SETUP sections of the GLOBAL menu. Press DOWN▼ until you have selected the item, # OF CHT. Press SEL► until the number shown reflects the number of cylinder head temperature sensors installed on the engine. -
Page 62: Engine Type Configuration
EMS Configuration If you need to adjust the Hobbs time on the FlightDEK-D180 to match that of your engine, press DOWN▼ to select the item, SET HOBBS TIME. Press SEL► to enter the Hobbs time setting submenu. Press SEL► to select the desired digit and then DOWN▼ or UP▲ to change the value. -
Page 63: Fuel Level Calibration
266-280ºF in RED ENGINE TYPE: OTHER For all other engine types, select OTHER. Currently, the FlightDEK-D180 calculates percent power only for normally-aspirated Lycoming or Continental engines. Dynon Avionics will consider adding more engine types to our percent power calculations. If your engine is not currently supported and you would like to see it considered for possible inclusion, please send your engine’s power chart to: betatest@dynonavionics.com. -
Page 64: Trim Calibration
START. Follow the on-screen instructions until the completion of your fuel calibration. At the completion of your fuel level calibration, the FlightDEK-D180 will present you with a table of values in the format “[pour #]: [mV] [gallons]”. Ensure that the mV values (just after the colon) change throughout the range of pours. -
Page 65: Flaps Calibration
If the number does not change, the flaps sensor may be incorrectly wired to the FlightDEK-D180, or incorrectly configured in the GP input selection under the SENSOR menu. At any point in the process, you may press CANCEL to end the calibration without overwriting the previous calibration results. -
Page 66: Tachometer
FlightDEK-D180 will automatically ignore this unused input. Next, enter your normal cruise RPM. This is used when computing Tach Time on the TIMES page. See the FlightDEK-D180 Pilot’s User Guide for more information. Manifold Pressure If the manifold pressure transducer has been installed, set... -
Page 67: Oil Pressure
Dynon P/N 100409-000 the DISPLAY parameter to ON, otherwise, GRT FT-LC-01 set it to OFF. Change the SENSOR TYPE to Rotax pre-installed the correct number using the sensor type table. Jabiru pre-installed Chevrolet LS7 pre-installed FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... -
Page 68: Exhaust Gas Temperature (Egt)
SPN alert. If you have configured the ALARM setting to either SELF-CLEAR or LATCHING, the SPN alarm will be red and will be accompanied by an alarm bar. If you have configured ALARM to be OFF, the SPN alarm will be yellow. 6-10 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... -
Page 69: Cylinder Head Temperature (Cht)
Next, configure the maximum span while leaning in the WHEN LEANING section. If you do not wish to have a different span alarm value while leaning, you must still configure this value to equal that of MAX SPAN. When the difference between your hottest and coldest FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 6-11... - Page 70 SHK alert. If you have configured the ALARM setting to either SELF-CLEAR or LATCHING, the SHK alarm will be red and will be accompanied by an alarm bar. If you have configured ALARM to be OFF, the SHK alarm will be yellow. 6-12 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 71: Fuel Level
OFF. Select the alarm mode and the analog bar thresholds as described in Alarm and Color Threshold Configuration on page 6-2. Change the SENSOR TYPE to the correct number using the sensor type table. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 6-13... -
Page 72: Fuel Flow
FUEL PRESSURE menu. Fuel flow can also be displayed as an info bar, as described in the FlightDEK-D180 Pilot’s User Guide > Global Configuration Settings > Info Item Configuration section. Select the alarm mode and the analog bar thresholds as described in Alarm and Color Threshold Configuration on page 6-2. -
Page 73: Voltage
EMS Configuration Voltage The voltmeter info item reports the voltage that the FlightDEK-D180 reads on its Master Power input (pin 1 on the EFIS 25-pin connector). Because of this, there is no sensor to install or configure. Simply, select the alarm mode and the analog bar thresholds as described in Alarm and Color Threshold Configuration on page 6-2. -
Page 74: General Purpose Inputs
Configure the info item (bar, text, or flaps/trim) for each GP input to display in the desired location(s)s, as described in the FlightDEK-D180 Pilot’s User Guide > Global Configuration Settings > Info Item Configuration section. - Page 75 Under the desired GP input number, set FUNCT to TRIM RUDR. There are no alarm thresholds or any other setting required for rudder trim. FLAP POSITION Under the desired GP input number, set FUNCT to FLAP POS. There are no alarm thresholds or any other setting required for flap position. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 6-17...
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Page 76: Contacts
Select the alarm mode as described in the Alarm and Color Threshold Configuration section on page 6-2. Contacts can only be configured as an INFO ITEM. Configure the contacts info item to display in the desired location(s), as described in the FlightDEK-D180 Pilot’s User Guide > Global Configuration Settings > Info Item Configuration section. -
Page 77: General Purpose Thermocouple
Color Threshold Configuration section on page 6-2. Type Configure the GP thermocouple info bar to display in the J Type Thermocouple desired location(s), as described in the FlightDEK-D180 K Type Thermocouple Pilot’s User Guide > Global Configuration Settings > Info Item Configuration section. -
Page 79: Dsab Configuration
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 EFIS- based product can be assigned the Bus Master role. The Bus Master is the instrument which manages communication on the network. -
Page 80: Example Networks
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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... - Page 81 DSAB Configuration FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 82: Initial Setup
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). -
Page 83: Brightness Configuration
To do this, enter the SETUP > DSAB > BRIGHTNESS menu on each product in the system. If you purchased the bright screen option for your FlightDEK-D180, press TOGGLE to change the BRIGHT SCREEN status to YES. Otherwise, ensure this is set to NO. -
Page 84: Network Status
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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... -
Page 85: 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. -
Page 86: Dsab Firmware Compatibility
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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... -
Page 87: Autopilot System Electrical Installation
Autopilot Installation and Configuration 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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... - Page 88 Generation” products Dynon’s “Next Generation” technology. This wire is not used with the FlightDEK-D180. DO NOT CUT! During servo installation, Dynon Reserved for recommends that this be routed to the cockpit panel...
- Page 89 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 8-23. To AP74 pin 5 - A udio Outside terminal Alert Out Center terminal To intercom/audio panel auxiliary input. Outside terminal Aircraft ground FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 90: Servo Mechanical Installation
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 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... - Page 91 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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 92 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” Weight SV32 2.17” 2 lb SV42 3.10” 3 lb SV52 4.02” 4 lb FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 93 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 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 94 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. 8-10 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 95: Ap74 Mechanical Installation
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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-11... - Page 96 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. 8-12 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
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Page 97: Firmware Upgrades Required For Ap Functionality
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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-13... -
Page 98: 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 FlightDEK-D180 Pilot’s User Guide for a comprehensive description of AP operation. - Page 99 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 servo has been installed, skip the non-applicable sections. On the EFIS, perform the following: Enter the SETUP > AP > SERVO CALIB menu. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-15...
- Page 100 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. 8-16 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 101 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): FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-17...
- Page 102 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 8-18 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 103 When used, they should be adjusted in the following order: 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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-19...
- Page 104 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: 8-20 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 105 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 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-21...
- Page 106 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 8-22 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 107 AUTOPILOT DISCONNECT alarm condition, voice is generated through STALL the AP74 audio output simultaneously with TIMER EXPIRED a “progressive” tone from the EFIS “direct” audio output. DSAB ERROR AOA : EFIS TONE – Tones are generated FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-23...
- Page 108 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. 8-24 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 109 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. If necessary, adjust the TORQUE value in the EFIS > SETUP > AP > ROLL SERVO menu. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-25...
- Page 110 You should be able to find a SENSITIVITY value that is acceptable for both heading holds and turns in smooth air. You may, however, find that in periods of extended turbulence, a lower SENSITIVITY value must be set. 8-26 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 111 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. The AP status indicator at the lower left of the EFIS screen displays: AP:OFF-ALT FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-27...
- Page 112 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. 8-28 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 113 (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 until it remains on for several seconds. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-29...
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Page 114: Ap74 Configuration
(not chosen by FIRST ACTION above). Pushing the VALUE knob cycles through these modes in the order BARO, ALT, HDG, <off>. If there is no further action (either a knob push or knob rotation) within 5 seconds, the pop-up window automatically closes. 8-30 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... - Page 115 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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 8-31...
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Page 117: Appendix
1.5 hours on a full charge. At least once per year, perform the following test. 1. With the FlightDEK-D180 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... - Page 118 MORE > DIM and increase the brightness until it will not increase anymore. 4. Let the unit remain on for 1.5 hours. 5. If, after these 1.5 hours, your FlightDEK-D180 has not turned off and does not display the INTERNAL BATTERY LOW warning, your battery passes the capacity test.
- Page 119 Appendix DISPLAYED ALERT MESSAGES The following table describes the alert messages that the FlightDEK-D180 can display. Alert Message Description End condition INTERNAL This error can occur for a few When this error appears, it may be ERROR reasons, including an aborted upload.
- Page 120 EDC-D10A. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The following table provides a list of potential issues that the FlightDEK-D180 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.
- Page 121 Altitude Adjustment menu by pressing SETUP > MORE > ALTADJ. Increment or decrement the value of the altitude until the FlightDEK-D180 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.
- Page 122 Dynon representative, the issue cannot be resolved, we will provide you with an RMA number to use when shipping the FlightDEK-D180 to us. If your unit is still under warranty, the repairs will be performed and the FlightDEK-D180 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.
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Page 123: Appendix B: Dynon Efis Oat Probe Installation And Usage
OAT probe. Keep in mind that this probe is designed specifically to work with Dynon products. Do not expect it to work properly with another OAT or TAS/Density Altitude system. Your FlightDEK-D180 can receive its OAT value from the 2-wire EMS OAT; it is not necessary to use both OATs. - Page 124 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 FlightDEK-D180 is powered! OAT/TAS/DA DISPLAY You must set up the FlightDEK-D180 to recognize the OAT.
- Page 125 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 FlightDEK-D180 to lock onto the OAT reading. Ensure that all wiring is correct and that there are no shorted or open connections.
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Page 126: Appendix C: Hs34 Installation And Configuration
Small pin numbers can be found next to each pin on both the instrument’s and harness’s connectors. 9-10 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide... - Page 127 Contact in 1 (same as EMS contacts) Resolver E Marker Outer Input ARINC 429 RX 2 A Marker Middle Input ARINC 429 RX 1 A Marker Inner Input ARINC 429 TX A Voice audio output (8V peak-peak) ARINC 429 TX A FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-11...
- Page 128 Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) Wiring section on page 4-11 for more information on connecting Dynon products via DSAB. Refer to the DSAB Configuration section on page 7-1 to review the concepts involved in a networked system as well as an example system which includes an HS34 9-12 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 129 If your device is one of those listed in the next section, Common Device Connections, you may ignore this section. See page 4-6 for a chart of supported GPSs. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-13...
- Page 130 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 9-11. 9-14 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 131 Appendix FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-15...
- Page 132 Appendix 9-16 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 133 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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-17...
- Page 134 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. 9-18 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 135 DATA to ON and configure OUTPUT SPEED appropriately. Note that the EFIS/EMS SERIAL menu is disabled on all products connected to a DSAB system with an HS34 connected. All GPS and NAV devices mus be connected to the HS34. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-19...
- Page 136 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 occur first in the NAV portion. Press MV UP▲ until it appears next to NAV1:. Repeat this for 9-20 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 137 “progressive” tone from the EFIS “direct” audio output. AOA : EFIS TONE – Tones are generated through the “direct” audio output of the EFIS and th audio output of the HS34 is muted. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-21...
- Page 138 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. 9-22 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 139 5. 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. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-23...
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Page 140: Appendix D: Dynon Aoa/Pitot Installation And Calibration
The second pressure port is located on an angled surface just under the pitot port and is designed to be very sensitive to AOA. The FlightDEK-D180 then uses the difference between these two pressures to calculate the current angle of attack. - Page 141 Appendix TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED Dynon Avionics AOA/Pitot probe. Two plumbing lines (usually ¼” soft aluminum or plastic tubing) routed from the FlightDEK-D180 to the probe mounting location. Tubing interface hardware o Reference our wiki at wiki.dynonavionics.com for tubing interface hardware recommendations.
- Page 142 This diagram should be used in conjunction with detailed instructions on the following pages. Read the specific instructions for each connection prior to installation. 9-26 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 143 The switch allows you to manually turn the more than 1 amp. Current depends on heater controller on and off, depending on light source connected. the situation. Install a 15-amp fuse at any point along the power line to the heater FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-27...
- Page 144 32) on the probe to match your mounting br acket. Use caution when drilling the holes, ensuring that you avoid drilling into the pitot and A OA pressure lines. As long as you do not penetrate 9-28 FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide...
- Page 145 Appendix these lines, you may drill all the way through the outer metal without affecting the probe’s waterproofing. DIMENSIONS Standard mount FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-29...
- Page 146 After mounting the probe, install adapters to connect the 3/16 plumbing lines from the probe to whatever plumbing lines run back to the FlightDEK-D180 in your aircraft (AN 919-2D for 3/16 to ¼). We strongly recommend using aircraft grade fittings such as standard AN fittings. Make sure the plumbing lines do not chafe or interfere with any aircraft control systems.
- Page 147 AOA condition is resolved. The optional HS34 offers the ability for the Audio alarms above to include tone, voice, o both tone and voice. For details on setting up tone/voice alarms, consult Voice/Tone Alert Configuration on page 9-21. FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-31...
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Page 148: Appendix E: Encoder Serial-To-Gray Code Converter Installation
Wire cutters Connector crimp tool Crimp pins 25-pin EFIS harness to mate with FlightDEK-D180 (may have been purchased with your FlightDEK-D180) Connector to mate with G ray code transponder ELECTRICAL INS TALLATION The following section describes the wiring requirements for using the Encoder Converter. - Page 149 Connect these wires to the FlightDEK-D180 25-pin female harness. Ensure that your FlightDEK-D180 is powered off. Then connect the black EFIS Ground wire to pin 21. Then, connect the green wire to pin 13 (Serial Encoder Transmit) on the EFIS harness.
- Page 150 White Black Serial Encoder Ground STEP 3: FLIGHTDEK-D180 ENCODER FORMAT For proper communication the EFIS Altitude Encoder format must be set to format number one. o change this setting, from the main menu, select: MOR E > SETUP > MORE > ALTENC.
- Page 151 MS pin out information when connecting this product to your FlightDEK-D180. You must configure the fuel level sensor type on your FlightDEK-D180 to capacitive sender before calibrating this product. Re fer to the Fuel Level configuration section on page 6-13 for fuel level sender type configuration and page 6-5 for fuel level sender calibration.
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Page 152: Appendix G: Replacing The Flightdek-D180 Battery Pack
Appendix Appendix G: Replacing the FlightDEK-D180 battery pack 1. Remove the two screws (either #1 Phillips or 7 /64” hex, depending on when your unit was manufactured) from the small, rectangular b attery door on the side of the FlightDEK- D180. - Page 153 Appendix OAT sender.........................3 oz (0.09 kg) Fuel flow sender......................4 oz (0.11 kg) Carburetor temperature sender..................2 oz (0.06 kg) Ammeter shunt......................5 oz (0.14 k FlightDEK-D180 Installation Guide 9-37...
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Page 154: Appendix I: Flightdek-D180 Specifications
Appendix Appendix I: FlightDEK-D180 Specifications 6.95” wide x 4.90” tall x 4.51” deep (177 x 125 x 115 mm) Mechanical Operating -22° to 122° F (-30° to 50° C) Temperature Voltage: 10 - 30 Vdc Power Power: 14 watts typical; 19 watts maximum Wiring: DB25 female, DB25 male &...
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