Summary of Contents for Mid-Continent Instrument MD23-104
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It is a supplement to the MD23 Installation Manual and Operating Instructions, p/n 9019161. If further information is required, please contact Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics. Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc. dba Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics 9400 E. 34th Street N. User Guide UG104...
MD23 F L E X User Guide INTRODUCTION The model MD23 series FLEX Custom Function Display (“CFD”) is a standard 2-inch (2-¼”) ® panel-mounted instrument that displays multiple inputs in a configurable graphical presentation. FLEX ® is an off-the-shelf solution that is FAA and EASA TSO-approved with Level A design assurance software certification.
MD23 F L E X User Guide broadcast on the ARINC output as well. The clock and flight timer displays can each be enabled or disabled via configuration options. CONNECTOR PINOUT For standard pre-installation and installation instructions, including location, cable harness assembly, pneumatic inputs (if applicable), mounting, and others, please refer to the IM.
MD23 F L E X User Guide CONFIGURATION AND SETUP Enter Configuration Mode by pressing and holding the Control Knob while applying power to the unit. For configuration and setup of standard unit functions, including dimming control options and dimming curve definition, please refer to the IM. Configuration settings specific to this CID are found within the User Configuration menu.
MD23 F L E X User Guide OPERATION For operation of standard unit functions, including the Options Menu, manual brightness control, Info page, and others, please refer to the IM. For details associated with the custom battery functions beyond those identified here, refer to the True Blue Power Install Manual and Operating Instructions for the specific battery associated with your application.
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MD23 F L E X User Guide (page 1 – two batteries) (page 2 – two batteries) Individual elements are defined as follows: Page 1 o Status: Displays battery status: Active, Fault, Service, Invalid, or No Start o Charge %: Displays current state of charge. 0-100% ...
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MD23 F L E X User Guide 4.1.2 CLOCK DISPLAY SCREEN When enabled the clock display screen shows a traditional analog clock face with a sweeping second hand as shown in the image below. Pressing the Control Knob will display a prompt to set the time. To enter Set Mode, confirm by pressing again or the prompt will time out and return to normal operation after five (5) seconds.
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MD23 F L E X User Guide 4.1.3 FLIGHT TIMER DISPLAY SCREEN The flight timer display screen, when enabled, displays the local time (hours and minutes) and elapsed flight time (hours and minutes) using digital numeric displays. The local time is displayed in either 12- or 24-hour time format.
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MD23 F L E X User Guide (Set hours) (Set minutes) (Select 12/24 hour mode) When resetting the flight timer, select “PRESS TO RESET” and press the Control Knob from the popup menu. A five second countdown timer will start running. Press the Control Knob again to reset the flight time.
MD23 F L E X User Guide 4.1.5 USER OPTIONS Pressing and holding the Control Knob for three (3) seconds will activate the Options Menu. The manual brightness adjustment and info page are described in the IM. The Options Menu or User Options items will close and return to the active display after ten (10) seconds if no knob activity is detected.
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