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- Page 1 SkyEcho Installation and Pilot’s Guide UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page 1 | 37 REV I...
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Page 3: Revision History
1 Revision History Revision Date Comments 8/8/18 Pre-transmit release of SE2. ADS-B only 8/28/18 Mode C/S Bearingless Targets, DoCC Approval 9/11/18 User feedback corrections 12/24/18 FLARM Functionality 02/09/19 Regional Setting 05/21/19 Removal of Mode C/S Bearingless Targets 10/26/19 Firmware Update Procedures / Removal of FlarmBridge 12/12/19 Review for... -
Page 4: Warnings / Disclaimers
Received traffic information is to be used as an aid to situational awareness and is merely supplemental and advisory in nature. uAvionix is not liable for damages arising from the use or misuse of this product. This equipment is classified by the United States Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) as Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) 7A994. -
Page 5: Limited Warranty
SkyEcho products are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from purchase. For the duration of the warranty period, uAvionix, at its sole option, will repair or replace any product which fails in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
4 Contents Revision History ................... 3 Warnings / Disclaimers ................ 4 Limited Warranty .................. 5 Introduction ..................8 International environments ............9 5.1.1 United Kingdom ............... 9 5.1.2 Australia .................. 9 5.1.3 Other Locations ..............10 Features..................10 Regulatory Compliance ............... 12 5.3.1 CAA CAP 1391 Declaration ........... - Page 7 Transmit Control ................. 30 10 Firmware Update Procedure .............. 31 10.1 Configuration Setup ..............31 10.1.1 Connecting to the SkyEcho via Wi-Fi ........31 10.2 Update Transceiver Software ............32 10.3 Wi-Fi Firmware ................35 11 Contact uAvionix ................36...
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Page 8: Introduction
5 Introduction The SkyEcho (SkyEcho 2) is a portable ADS-B transceiver. It incorporates the following into a single portable Electronic Conspicuity Device (ECD): • 1090MHz ADS-B traffic receiver • Secondary receiver which is selectable between 978 MHz UAT ADS- B or 868 MHz European FLARM •... -
Page 9: International Environments
Information Circular (AIC) Y 141/2019 allows for the use of EC devices simultaneously with ATCRBS or Mode S transponders which are not Extended Squitter (ES) or ADS-B OUT enabled. If your aircraft is ADS-B OUT enabled, you must disable the transmit function of SkyEcho from the configuration settings. 5.1.2 Australia In Australia, EC devices are intended for voluntary fitment on registered and non-registered aircraft conducting VFR operations. -
Page 10: Other Locations
At the time of publishing of this revision, portable ADS-B OUT transmitters are not permitted in any other location other than the UK and Australia, including the United States. If operating SkyEcho outside of the UK or Australia, the transmit function must be disabled using the configuration settings. - Page 11 • Integrated rechargeable battery o The integrated rechargeable battery provides 12 hours of continuous use. The battery is recharged through USB-C connection, which can also provide power to SkyEcho directly when connected to a USB power source. UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994...
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Page 12: Regulatory Compliance
EC device has a valid declaration and that the declaration is carried on board. SkyEcho meets the requirements of 1 to 5 of CAO20:18 Part B Appendix XIV. Since SkyEcho contains an internal pressure altitude sensor, if used within a pressurized cockpit, the transmitted pressure altitude may be erroneous and may not comply with CASA standards and deviation requirements. -
Page 13: Specifications
Please refer to the CASA EC Web page for more information: https://www.casa.gov.au/airspace/electronic-conspicuity-devices 6 Specifications UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page 13 | 37 REV I... -
Page 14: Limitations
802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz USB-C 7 Limitations 7.1 Installation SkyEcho is a completely self-contained portable device with no required installation for external antenna, power source, or physical installation into the aircraft. Transmission and reception performance are affected by antenna placement within the aircraft and is subject to airframe shadowing. Best... - Page 15 Extended Squitter (ES) or ADS-B OUT enabled. If your aircraft is ADS-B OUT enabled, you must disable the transmit function of SkyEcho from the configuration settings. Receive functionality may still be used. Deactivation of the transmitter is accomplished by removing device power or disabling the transmit capability via the configuration settings.
- Page 16 Please be informed of the most current regulations at: https://www.casa.gov.au/airspace/electronic-conspicuity-devices Proximity to other equipment Mount the SkyEcho so that it does not compromise the operation of any other proximate communication or navigation antenna or system. It may be possible to hear transmissions through installed audio equipment, such as headsets.
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Page 17: Equipment Installation And Configuration
8.1 Mounting SkyEcho is approved as a portable ECD. SkyEcho should be placed vertically orientated on an aircraft window with the optional suction cup mount with line of sight and visibility in the direction of travel and to the sky for the internal GPS. -
Page 18: Connections
8.3 Installation Setup Configuration of the SkyEcho is accomplished by logging on to the device directly from a computer or mobile device using the SkyEcho internal Wi-Fi hotspot. No additional application is necessary. -
Page 19: Connecting To The Skyecho2 Via Wi-Fi
8.3.1 Connecting to the SkyEcho2 via Wi-Fi 1. To connect to the SkyEcho, power on SkyEcho and join a device to the wireless network SSID named SKYECHO-XXXX using the procedure for your device. This procedure is identical to joining any other public or private Wi-Fi on your chosen device. - Page 20 A configuration page similar to the following should load: For proper operation the following parameters must be configured: • 1090ES Transmit • ADS-B In Capability: Select • Receiver Mode 1090ES • Air/Ground Threshold Speed • ICAO Address (hex) • Call Sign •...
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Page 21: 1090Es Transmit
978MHz UAT ADS-B, or 868.4MHz FLARM® reception (European frequency only). Only one option can be selected. When selecting UAT, SkyEcho will be able to receive 978MHz UAT ADS-B weather and traffic information if available. When selecting FLARM, encrypted FLARM data is received and transmitted to the EFB application for processing. -
Page 22: Call Sign
hexadecimal format, so you must first convert an octal number to hexadecimal before entering. Sometimes this value is referred to as Mode S code. It is critical that the correct address is used. Incorrect addresses can disturb the service to other airspace users and may have regulatory compliance consequences. -
Page 23: Flarm Id
If you have either an Extended Squitter (ES) enabled Mode S transponder (aka ADS-B Out) fitted to your aircraft or you have enabled 1090ES transmit (ADS-B Out) on your SkyEcho 2, you can select ADS-B Ownship Filter to stop your EFB self alarming or displaying a ‘ghost’ of your own aircraft. -
Page 24: Emitter Category
8.3.9 Emitter Category To assist ATC tracking of aircraft, an aircraft category is transmitted. Select the aircraft category that most closely matches the aircraft. UK : Note EC devices are not approved for all emitter categories. EC devices are intended for voluntary carriage on registered and non- registered UK Annex II aircraft, non-complex EASA aircraft of <5700kg MTOM and for gliders and balloons (including those covered under ELA 1 and ELA 2) within uncontrolled UK airspace. - Page 25 Glider / Sailplane Any glider or sailplane regardless of weight. Lighter than Air Any lighter than air (airship or balloon) regardless of weight. Parachute Any parachute / skydiver. Ultralight Vehicle A vehicle that meets the requirements of US 14 CFR Section 103.1. Light sport aircraft should not use the ultralight emitter category unless they meet US 14 CFR Section 103.1.
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Page 26: Vfr Squawk
- code 7000 in UK - code 1200 in Australia. - Whilst he SkyEcho transmits a squawk code, note that this is in a different Downlink Format from your aircraft transponder and will be recognized by ATC as orginating from an EC device; it cannot be interrogated. -
Page 27: Gps Antenna Offsets
L ≤ 15 55 < L ≤ 65 15 < L ≤ 25 65 < L ≤ 75 25 < L ≤ 35 75 < L ≤ 85 35 < L ≤ 45 L > 85 45 < L ≤ 55 Enter the Aircraft Width (wing span) in Meters W ≤... -
Page 28: Update And Confirm Configuration
9.1 Battery Pack / Charging The integrated battery pack needs to be fully charged before use. Connect the USB-C cable to the connector on the bottom of the SkyEcho in order to charge the battery. The BLUE LED will remain lit during charging, and will extinguish when the battery is fully charged. -
Page 29: Electronic Flight Bag Application
EFB support team for configuration instructions. Traffic and flight information should begin streaming to the application when in range. Illustration: ForeFlight, SkyDemon, EasyVFR and OzRunways displaying ADS-B traffic and weather from SkyEcho is shown below. UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page... -
Page 30: Transmit Control
Altitude must be pre-flight cross-checked by comparing the aircraft’s altimeter with the GPS altitude displayed on the EFB application. 9.5 Transmit Control Transmission must be deactivated when used on an aircraft with an air traffic control radar beacon system (ATCRBS) Mode-S transponder which has ADS-B OUT enabled. -
Page 31: Firmware Update Procedure
SkyEcho Wi-Fi hotspot. 10.1.1 Connecting to the SkyEcho via Wi-Fi 1. To connect to the SkyEcho, power on SkyEcho and join a device to the wireless network SSID named SKYECHO-XXXX using the procedure for your device. This procedure is identical to joining any other public or private Wi-Fi on your chosen device. -
Page 32: Update Transceiver Software
10.2 Update Transceiver Software Follow this procedure if you were given a Transceiver Software (*.uav ) update file. 1. Click on the “ADS-B Version” Update Link: UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page 32 | 37 REV I... - Page 33 2. Click on “Choose File”, navigate to the Transceiver Software firmware file (.uav), and click “Update.” UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page 33 | 37 REV I...
- Page 34 3. The system will update. You will see the following screen for a few seconds. 4. When complete, the following screen will appear: 5. Manually power off, then power back on SkyEcho to reboot. UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page 34 | 37...
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Page 35: Wi-Fi Firmware
10.3 Wi-Fi Firmware Follow these instructions if you were given Wi-Fi update firmware (*.bin). 1. Reconnect to the SkyEcho hotspot as described above. 2. Open a web browser and navigate to 192.168.4.1 3. Click on the “Wi-Fi Version” Update Link: 4. -
Page 36: Contact Uavionix
6. When complete, go back to the main page to confirm both ADS-B and Wi-Fi versions match the files delivered. 7. Reboot the SkyEcho by manually turning power off, then back on. 11 Contact uAvionix For additional questions or support please visit http://uavionix.com/support... - Page 37 Appendix : Capability by Region Feature Australia Other Enable Yes, if no other Yes, if no other No. Use as transmission ADS-B transmitter ADS-B transmitter receive only. Transmitted SIL Transmitted Mode A VFR 7000 1200 squawk Secondary UAT or FLARM UAT or FLARM receiver option Installation...
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