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- Page 1 SkyEcho 2 Installation and Pilot’s Guide UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page 1 | 31...
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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 UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994... -
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 Features..................9 Regulatory Compliance ............... 10 5.2.1 CAA CAP 1391 Declaration ........... 10 Specifications ..................12 Limitations ..................13 Installation ................... 13 Equipment Installation and Configuration ........... - Page 7 Transmit Control ................. 27 10 Firmware Update Procedure .............. 27 10.1 Configuration Setup ..............27 10.1.1 Connecting to the SkyEcho 2 via Wi-Fi ....... 28 10.2 Update Transceiver Software ............29 10.3 Wi-Fi Firmware ................30 11 Contact uAvionix ................31...
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Page 8: Introduction
5 Introduction The 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 FLARM •... -
Page 9: Features
5.1 Features The SkyEcho 2 performs the following functions: • 1090ES ADS-B 1090MHz reception o Receives ADS-B In data from aircraft equipped with 1090 MHz Extended Squitter transmitters. • 978MHz UAT reception (Selectable Option) o Receives ADS-B In data from aircraft equipped with 978 MHz UAT transmitters. -
Page 10: Regulatory Compliance
• 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 2 directly when connected to a USB power source. 5.2 Regulatory Compliance... - Page 11 Please refer to the CAA EC Web page for more information: https://www.caa.co.uk/General-aviation/Aircraft-ownership-and-maintenance/Electronic- Conspicuity-devices/ UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page 11 | 31...
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Page 12: Specifications
6 Specifications UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page 12 | 31... -
Page 13: Limitations
Battery Internal 12-hour operating life 7 Limitations 7.1 Installation SkyEcho 2 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. - Page 14 Conspicuity-devices/ Proximity to other equipment Mount the SkyEcho 2 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.
- Page 15 See and Avoid The SkyEcho 2 is intended to be an aid to ‘see and avoid’. Maneuvers to regain adequate separation should not be based on alerts issued by this device or connected applications alone.
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Page 16: Equipment Installation And Configuration
8.1 Mounting SkyEcho 2 is approved as a portable ECD. SkyEcho 2 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 17: Connections
Fi hotspot. No additional application is necessary. 8.3.1 Connecting to the SkyEcho2 via Wi-Fi 1. To connect to the SkyEcho 2, power on SkyEcho 2 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 18 3. Open any browser on your computer/mobile device that is connected to your SkyEcho via the Wi-Fi link and type in 192.168.4.1 The following landing page should load: This page will show the SkyEcho status. UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page 18 | 31...
- Page 19 Click on “SkyEcho Setup” to configure SkyEcho with your aircraft information. A configuration page similar to the following should load: For proper operation the following parameters must be configured: • 1090ES Transmit • Receiver Mode • ICAO Address (hex) • Call Sign •...
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Page 20: 1090Es Transmit
1090MHz ADS-B. The secondary receiver can be configured for either 978MHz UAT ADS-B, or FLARM® Reception. Only one option can be selected. When selecting UAT, SkyEcho 2 will be able to receive 978MHz UAT ADS- B weather and traffic information. When selecting FLARM, encrypted FLARM data is received and transmitted to the EFB application for processing. -
Page 21: Call Sign
Refer to UK CAA guidance for using 24-bit addresses with EC devices at the following URL: https://www.caa.co.uk/General-aviation/Aircraft-ownership-and- maintenance/Electronic-Conspicuity-devices/ 8.3.6 Call Sign CALL SIGN is an 8-digit code that corresponds to the tail number of the aircraft. (0-9, A-F). The value should be entered without dashes: G-ABCD should be entered as GABCD. - Page 22 Emitter Category Description Large Airplane with Any airplane with a maximum takeoff weight High Vortex greater than or equal to 75,000 pounds but less than 300,000 pounds that has been determined to generate a high wake vortex. Currently, the Boeing 757 is the only example. Heavy Airplane Any airplane with a maximum takeoff weight greater than or equal to 300,000 pounds.
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Page 23: Vfr Squawk
8.3.8 VFR Squawk The SkyEcho 2 transmits a squawk code. Enter the standard VFR squawk code (7000). 8.3.9 ADS-B IN Capability This selection is applicable for ground stations providing TIS-B functionality. Any selection here is not applicable in the UK. See 8.3.3 for receiver settings. -
Page 24: Gps Antenna Offsets
Enter the Aircraft Width (wing span) in Meters W ≤ 72.5 72.5 < W ≤ 80 8.3.12 GPS Antenna Offsets The GPS antenna offset is used in conjunction with the length and width to manage taxiway conflicts. A typical GPS does not report the geographic position of the center of the aircraft, or even the tip of the nose of the aircraft;... -
Page 25: Normal Operation
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 2 in order to charge the battery. The BLUE LED will remain lit during charging, and will extinguish when the battery is fully charged. -
Page 26: 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, and EasyVFR displaying ADS-B traffic and weather from SkyEcho 2 is shown below. UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page... -
Page 27: Transmit Control
10 Firmware Update Procedure 10.1 Configuration Setup Configuration of the SkyEcho 2 is accomplished by logging on to the device directly from a computer or mobile device using the SkyEcho 2 internal Wi- Fi hotspot. No additional application is necessary. -
Page 28: Connecting To The Skyecho 2 Via Wi-Fi
10.1.1 Connecting to the SkyEcho 2 via Wi-Fi 1. To connect to the SkyEcho 2, power on SkyEcho 2 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 29: 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: 2. Click on “Choose File”, navigate to the Transceiver Software firmware file (.uav), and click “Update.” 3. -
Page 30: Wi-Fi Firmware
7. The system will update. 8. When complete, go back to the main page to confirm both ADS-B and Wi-Fi versions match the files delivered. 9. Reboot the SkyEcho 2 by manually turning power off, then back on. UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994... -
Page 31: Contact Uavionix
11 Contact uAvionix For additional questions or support please visit http://uavionix.com/support UAV-1002156-001 ECCN 7A994 Page 31 | 31... - Page 32 • AMC 1931-4.3 Spurious Emission Radiation Wi-Fi • CE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz 4 simultaneous Connections USB-C ____________________________________________________________________________________ uAvionix reserves the right to alter product, services offerings, specifications, and pricing at any time without notice. © Copyright 2019 uAvionix, all rights reserved. www.uavionix.com ECCN 7A994...
- Page 33 Warning: This transceiver is to be used to improve pilot situational awareness only and as a navigational aid. It is not intended for use in IFR flight conditions. uAvionix is not responsible for the transceiver’s end use and will not be held liable for any events occurring from its use.