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UAV-1001006-001
ECCN 7A994

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Alan Kloos
April 30, 2025

Were do i find My ICAO for Pulsar Aircraft

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Mr. Anderson
May 16, 2025

You can find the ICAO code for the uAvionix echo on a Pulsar Aircraft by using the N-Number Look Up function on the FAA aircraft registry to locate the “Mode S Code (base 16/hex)” value. This value is the ICAO address needed for programming.

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  • Page 1 Installation and Pilot’s Guide UAV-1001006-001 ECCN 7A994...
  • Page 2 retained.

  • Page 3: Revision History

    GTX Protocol Support 5/25/17 Export Control 5/31/2017 Traffic on COM1 8/14/2017 Aligns with Echo Installer App Updates 8/17/2017 Added Garmin GTN and GRT SafeFly app notes 11/24/2017 Added AFS traffic app note 12/21/2017 Updated Apollo SL70 app note with TX setting...

  • Page 4: Warnings / Disclaimers

    Received weather and 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

    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 ..................8 Regulatory Compliance ............... 9 5.2.1 FCC Grant of Equipment Authorization ........9 Interfaces ...................10 Software and Airborne Electronic Hardware Configuration..10 Supplied Accessories ..............10 Technical Specifications ..............12 Markings ..................12...
  • Page 7 Installation Setup ................20 8.1.1 Connecting to the echoUAT via Wi-Fi ........20 Configuration ................21 8.2.1 Control ..................21 8.2.2 Aircraft Address Programming ..........22 8.2.3 Call Sign ................22 8.2.4 Flight-plan ID ................22 8.2.5 CSID Logic ................22 Note: CSID should always be "Enabled", unless there is a special circumstance requiring it be set to "Disabled".

  • Page 8: Introduction

    5 Introduction The echoUAT is a remotely mounted ADS-B transceiver that incorporates a dual-link (1090 MHz and 978 MHz) receiver and 978 MHz UAT Class B1S transmitter. An internal power transcoder detects altitude, ident and squawk codes from older-style Mode C or Mode S transponders by decoding the replies via the aircraft electrical system.

  • Page 9: Regulatory Compliance

    o The power transcoder allows monitoring of existing Mode C, or Mode S transponders via the aircraft electrical system. o Direct serial connection for direct-wire transponders or EFIS integration. • Traffic correlation o Traffic information from both UAT and 1090ES are correlated to provide a coherent view of nearby aircraft.

  • Page 10: Interfaces

    5.3 Interfaces The echoUAT has a single SMA antenna connection, a 6-pin Host interface and an integrated Wi-Fi adapter. Interface Specification Devices COM1 Setup Dynon, MGL, GRT, Mode, Altitude, Squawk, AFS, Garmin, Ident Sandia, Apollo GPS Position COM2 RX GPS Position SKYFYX, Garmin WAAS, Accord Micro-i...
  • Page 11 UAV-1001006-001 ECCN 7A994...

  • Page 12: Technical Specifications

    6 Technical Specifications Specification Characteristics Compliance Meets the performance requirements of TSO-C154c FCC ID 2AFFTUAT016 FAA Transmit Manned and un-manned aircraft. License Software RTCA DO-178B Level C Hardware RTCA DO-254 Level C 11 – 33VDC. Typical 2W On/Alt, 0.1W Standby Power Requirements DO-160G Category Z...

  • Page 13: Equipment Limitations

    7 Equipment Limitations 7.1 Installation 7.1.1 Modifications and Use Outside of Intended Scope This device has been designed and tested to conform to all applicable standards in the original form and when configured with the components shipped with the device. It is not permissible to modify the device, use the device for any use outside of the intended scope.

  • Page 14: Connections

    itself and does not need to be kept away from other devices for this reason. • Avoid sharp bends and placing the cables too near to the aircraft control cables. • Secure the transceiver to the aircraft via the four (4) mounting holes. It should be mounted on a flat surface.

  • Page 15: Connector Pin Assignments

    7.5 Connector Pin Assignments Type Physical Default Config Default Protocol Ground Aircraft 11-33V Power COM1 TX RS232 Out RS232 38400bps TMAP RS485 A(-) COM1 RX RS-232 In RS232 38400bps TMAP RS485 B(+) COM2 TX RS-232 Out 115200bps 81N GDL 90 COM2 RX RS-232 In 115200bps 81N...

  • Page 16: Wiring Considerations

    7.7 Wiring Considerations The echoUAT was designed and tested using unshielded, untwisted wiring. There may, however, be technical benefits of improved electromagnetic emissions and susceptibility to and from the transponder system. The use of twisted wire can reduce interference and break-through on adjacent audio wiring if it is not possible to route them separately.

  • Page 17: Antenna Installation

    7.8 Antenna Installation 7.8.1 Antenna The antenna should be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The following considerations should be taken into account when determining an acceptable location for the antenna. • The antenna should be well removed from any projections, the engine(s) and propeller(s).

  • Page 18: Antenna Cable

    700mm on each side. Anything much larger than that size is unlikely to result in significant further improvement. The thickness of the material used to construct the ground plane is not critical, providing it is sufficiently conductive. A variety of proprietary mesh and grid solutions are available.
  • Page 19 Length Insertion MIL-C 17 Specialists SSB Loss Electronic (meters) (dB/m) 2.54 0.59 M17/128 2.54 0.59 RG400 3.16 0.47 3C142B 3.81 0.39 RG304 0.33 Aircell 5 5.25 0.29 RG393 311601 6.42 0.23 311501 6.81 0.18 Aircell 7 8.22 0.18 311201 12.59 0.12 3108801 When routing the cable:...

  • Page 20: Installation Setup

    8 Installation Setup Download the “uAvionix Echo Installer” app from the IOS App store or Google Play. Note: Do not use the “uAvionix Ping Installer” app by mistake. 8.1.1 Connecting to the echoUAT via Wi-Fi To connect to the echoUAT, join a device to the wireless network named “Echo-XXXX”...

  • Page 21: Configuration

    4. Launch the Echo App on your tablet or smartphone. Make sure “EchoUAT is the Selected Device Type. 8.2 Configuration The configuration section will set the following parameters: • Control • ICAO Number • Call Sign • Flight Plan ID •...

  • Page 22: Aircraft Address Programming

    • Receive Only: Disables transmission but continues to receive and provide ADS-B data to a GDL90 compatible display or application. • Standby: Disables both the transmit and receive functions. GDL90 position data (GPS) is still available from the device. 8.2.2 Aircraft Address Programming The ICAO address is a 24-bit number issued to the aircraft by the registration authority of the aircraft.

  • Page 23: Note: Csid Should Always Be "Enabled", Unless There Is A Special

    Disabled, CSID always set to 1 (Callsign) Enabled, CSID alternates between 1 (Callsign) and 0 (Flight Plan ID) Note: CSID should always be "Enabled", unless there is a special circumstance requiring it be set to "Disabled". 8.2.6 Anonymous Mode When checked, this enables the EchoUAT to transmit a self-assigned ICAO and sets the Call Sign to a random string such as “PINGFDF8“...

  • Page 24: Vso (Knots)

    ADS-B In capability None 1090 Both UAT and 1090 8.2.10 VSO (knots) This parameter allows the echoUAT to automatically switch between airborne and ground modes. Enter the VSO value for your aircraft. Setting VSO to 0 passes control of the Air/Ground state to the EFIS. Airspeed (in kts) that the aircraft typically flies after take-off.

  • Page 25: Gps Antenna Offset

    8.2.12 GPS Antenna Offset 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 26: Serial Port Setup

    • COM2 Protocol 8.3.1 Serial Port Setup Please use this parameter to configure the echoUAT to interface with a supported EFIS system or another supported device. Supported Parameters Parameter Source Port Baud Data Interface Protocol Rate SETUP EFIS (COM1) COM1 PROG PROG PROG...

  • Page 27: Normal Operation

    1. After entering the correct information for all fields press Update. You should receive a message confirming the configuration. Tap OK. 2. Tap “Monitor” just below the Echo logo. Confirm the ICAO, Callsign and Emitter shown are the correct values for your aircraft.
  • Page 28 Typical iOS application displaying ADS-B traffic from echoUAT is shown below. Altitude must be pre-flight cross-checked by comparing the aircraft’s altimeter with the GPS altitude displayed on the EFB application. For additional questions or support please visit http://uavionix.com/support UAV-1001006-001 ECCN 7A994...

  • Page 29: Environmental Qualification Forms

    10 Environmental Qualification Forms Nomenclature echoUAT ADS-B Transmitter Part No: UAV-1000957-001 Manufacturer uAvionix Inc Address 380 Portage Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306 Conditions DO-160G Description of Conducted Tests Section Temperature and Altitude Equipment tested to Category B2 Low temperature ground 4.5.1...
  • Page 30 Appendix A – Interconnect Diagrams UAV-1001006-001 ECCN 7A994...
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  • Page 33 Appendix B - Acronyms Automatic Direction Finder ADS-B Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast ADS-R Automatic Dependent Surveillance Rebroadcast Air Traffic Control
 Distance Measuring Equipment Electronic Flight Book EFIS Electronic Flight Information System Federal Communications Commission Federal Aviation Administration FIS-B Flight Information Services Broadcast Global Positioning System ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization...
  • Page 34 A compliant GPS source such as a Garmin GPS 20A, Dynon SV-GPS-2020 or uAvionix skyFYX provides the position source for UAT transmissions. Traffic and Weather can also be displayed on the Android / iOS device via Wi-Fi.
  • Page 35 Appendix C-2 GRT EFIS App Note GRT EFIS with SafeFly 2020 GPS App Note The GRT EFIS exchanges Setup, Control and GPS data with the echoUAT. The echoUAT can also send ADS-B traffic and uplink data to GRT EFIS. EchoUAT app settings: If your transponder is controlled by the GRT EFIS: Setup Control...
  • Page 36 GPS Antenna Offset Lateral: Enter GPS lateral offset in meters SAVE Once all settings are complete the Echo App monitor screen should display the same parameters as entered into the GRT. Verify all fields are populated prior to flight. UAV-1001006-001...
  • Page 37 Example Wiring: UAV-1001006-001 ECCN 7A994...
  • Page 38 Appendix C-3 Dynon Skyview EFIS App Note The Skyview exchanges Setup, Control and GPS data with the echoUAT. The echoUAT does not exchange ADS-B Weather and Traffic (GDL-90) data. Equipment Setup Control COM1 COM1 COM1 COM1 Source Source Source Rate Data Protocol Dynon...
  • Page 39 Appendix C-4 Apollo SL70 App Note The Apollo SL70 outputs Altitude, Mode, Squawk and Mode C code over RS232. The configured baud rate needs to be determined and programmed into the echo app. Determine the baud rate of the serial port as follows: The SL70 has a built-in setup mode to simplify the checkout.
  • Page 40 Appendix C-5 Sandia STX165/R App Note The STX165 outputs Altitude, Mode, Squawk and Mode C code over RS232. The baud rate, if fixed, and needs to be programmed into the echo app. Equipment Setup Control COM1 COM1 COM1 COM1 Source...
  • Page 41 Appendix C-6 Garmin GTX32/327 App Note The GTX327 outputs Mode, Squawk code over RS232. The baud rate, if fixed, and needs to be programmed into the echo app. Pressure altitude is decoded via the power transcoder or optional echoUATmux wiring harness.
  • Page 42 At time of writing, (iEFIS G3 version A.1.0.3.4) integration with MGL is in process. EFIS setup and EFIS GPS will be available once the integration is completed. We currently recommend configuration using the echo mobile application. Wire traffic to the EFIS per MGL guidance.
  • Page 43 The AFS serial port should be configured for ADSB115K The echoUAT should be configured to send traffic and weather to the AFS EFIS by setting the following settings in the echo installer mobile application. For installations on echoUAT COM2 (pin 5)
  • Page 44 The GNS series has 4 serial ports for use with various avionics. EchoUAT needs a single wire from one of the available RS-232 Out on the Garmin to Pin 6 the Echo. The connector on the 400 Series is P4001...
  • Page 45 ENT key to accept the entry. Use the small knob to reach the MAIN RS232 CONFIG page Select the CHNL number that matches the pin Echo is wired to example pin 41= Out 3 Select ADS-B+ for the Output Value...
  • Page 46 If using a Garmin GPS with the EchoUAT and an EFIS proceed to Appendix C11 Traffic on COM1 App note. Appendix C-10 Garmin GTN 6XX-7XX App Note The GTN 6xx-7xx series supports Garmin ADS-B+ output. The following software requirements are necessary to use the GTN 6xx-7xx as a rule compliant position source.
  • Page 47 GTN Pin 7 is shown as example for output on RS-232 Out 2. Pins 5, 6, or 8 can be used as alternates. After wiring is complete configure the GTN to send ADS-B+ to Echo as follows: To access configuration mode, remove power from the GTN. With the GTN turned off (circuit breaker pulled), touch and hold the HOME key and reapply power to the GTN (push in the circuit breaker).
  • Page 48 Appendix C-11 Traffic on COM 1 via GDL90 App Note When EchoUAT is connected to a GPS source with a lower rate, traffic delivery to an EFIS on will also be impacted. To improve the responsiveness of traffic it can be optionally output on COM1 (Pin3).
  • Page 49 RS232 GDL90 to EFIS COM 2 Traffic TX RS232 GDL90 to EFIS Not Used Aircraft Power Main Aircraft Power Input (+11 to +31VDC) Configure the echoUAT as follows using the echo mobile application. Equipment Setup Control Traffic / COM1 COM1...

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