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User and Installation Guide
UAV-1006950-001
Rev A

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  • Page 1 skySensor User and Installation Guide UAV-1006950-001 Rev A...
  • Page 2 retained.
  • Page 3: Revision History

    1 Revision History Revision Date Comments 7/17/2023 Initial release UAV-1006950-001 Rev A...
  • Page 4: Warnings / Disclaimers

    2 Warnings / Disclaimers All device operational procedures must be learned on the ground. 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 Table of Contents Revision History ................... 3 Warnings / Disclaimers ................ 4 Limited Warranty .................. 5 Table of Contents ................6 TSO and System Information ............... 8 Certification ................... 8 TSO Authorizations ............... 8 TSO Functions ................8 Non-TSO Functions ..............9 TSO Deviations and Incomplete ............
  • Page 7 6.2.5 ADS-B Receiver Specifications (Non-TSO Function)..... 15 6.2.6 System Interfaces ..............16 skyBeacon / skySensor Wingtip Adapters ........16 6.3.1 UAV-1002301-( ) C150/C152 ..........17 6.3.2 UAV-1002302-( ) C172/C182 ..........18 Installation ..................19 Unpacking and Inspecting ............19 Authorized Part Numbers ............19 7.2.1 skyBeacon-skySensor Installation Kit UAV-1007046-001 ..
  • Page 8: Tso And System Information

    5 TSO and System Information 5.1 Certification This installation manual provides mechanical and electrical information necessary to install skySensor. It is not equivalent to an approved airframe- specific maintenance manual, installation design drawing, or installation data package. The content of this manual assumes use by competent and qualified personnel using standard maintenance procedures in accordance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulation and other related accepted procedures.
  • Page 9: Non-Tso Functions

    DO-254 DAL Wi-Fi Connected ADS-B Receiver 5.5 TSO Deviations and Incomplete Deviation C30c uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO-C30c Paragraph a.(2), TSO-C30c Paragraph c.(1).(viii), and SAE/AS8037 Section 4 to use RTCA/DO-160G in place of RTCA/DO-160B. 5.6 FCC ID Model...
  • Page 10: Device Marking

    5.7.4 skyBeacon / skySensor Wingtip Adapters Wingtip adapters were previously TSO authorized, and certain part numbers may be used to adapt skySensor installations. For reference, an example skySensor wingtip adapter marking is shown below. uAvionix Corporation TSO-C30c Type I, INCOMP UAV-1002301-002 2022-11-11...
  • Page 11: Environmental Qualification Form

    5.8 Environmental Qualification Form DO-160G Conditions Description of Conducted Tests Section Temperature and Altitude Equipment tested to Category B2 Low temperature ground survival 4.5.1 -55°C Low Temperature Short-Time 4.5.1 -45°C Operating Low Temperature Operating 4.5.2 -45°C High Temperature Operating 4.5.4 +70°C High Temperature Short-Time 4.5.3...
  • Page 12: Continued Airworthiness

    5.9 Continued Airworthiness Maintenance of skySensor is "on condition" only. The aircraft must be returned to service in a means acceptable to the appropriate aviation authority. The forward position light is designed with 3 green LEDs. The anti-collision light is designed with 4 white LEDs. If any LED fails, the unit must be repaired or replaced.
  • Page 13: System Specifications

    The system must produce a minimum of 400 effective candelas, with decreasing intensities to 30 degrees above and below the horizontal plane. Ref 14 CFR 23.1401 Amdt. 11. Aircraft originally certificated after August 31, 1977: The system must produce a minimum of 400 effective candelas, with decreasing intensities to 75 degrees above and below the horizontal plane.
  • Page 14: Position Light Specifications

    6.2.2 Position Light Specifications Characteristics Specifications Type Type II (forward, green) Color Aviation Green Minimum intensity, horizontal plane 0 to 10 deg, 40 candelas from nose 10 to 20 deg, 30 candelas 20 to 110 deg, 5 candelas 6.2.3 Anti-collision Light Specifications Characteristics Specifications Class II (400 candela) horizontal...
  • Page 15: Gnss Specifications (Non-Tso Function)

    6.2.4 GNSS Specifications (Non-TSO Function) Characteristics Specifications Number of Channels Constellations GPS, GLONASS, SBAS, QZSS Frequency 1575.42 MHz L1, C/A code Sensitivity Tracking -166 dBm Reacquisition -160 dBm Cold Start -148 dBm Hot Start -160 dBm Horizontal position accuracy 2 m RMS with SBAS Velocity accuracy 0.05 m/s Heading accuracy...
  • Page 16: System Interfaces

    6.2.6 System Interfaces Aircraft Power Anti-collision Light Breaker Position Light Breaker Aircraft Ground 6.3 skyBeacon / skySensor Wingtip Adapters Wingtip adapters are available to allow or enhance fitment to selected aircraft. Part numbers ending in -001 (e.g. UAV-1002301-001) adapt skyBeacon on the port wingtip, and those ending in -002 (e.g. UAV- 1002301-002) adapt skySensor on the starboard wingtip.
  • Page 17: Uav-1002301-( ) C150/C152

    6.3.1 UAV-1002301-( ) C150/C152 Characteristics Specifications Width 6.2 in (157 mm) Height 2.9 in (74 mm) Depth 1.8 in (45 mm) Weight 0.6 oz (19 grams) Intended Aircraft Application Cessna 150L, 150M, 152, 185E, 180H, 182N UAV-1006950-001 Rev A...
  • Page 18: Uav-1002302-( ) C172/C182

    6.3.2 UAV-1002302-( ) C172/C182 Characteristics Specifications Width 6.5 in (164 mm) Height 3.2 in (81 mm) Depth 2.1 in (53mm) Weight 0.9 oz (25 grams) Intended Aircraft Application 172L, 172M, 172N, 172Q, 172R, 172RG, 182Q, 182R, 182S, 182T, T182T, R182, 180J, 180K, A185K, U206G, TU206F, TU206G, 177B, 177RG UAV-1006950-001...
  • Page 19: Installation

    To justify your claim, save the original shipping container and all packing materials. 7.2 Authorized Part Numbers skySensor Item skySensor TSO Hardware UAV-1006900-( ) skySensor ADS-B Software UAV-1006928-( ) skySensor Wi-Fi Software...
  • Page 20: Skybeacon-Skysensor Installation Kit Uav-1007046-001

    7.2.1 skyBeacon-skySensor Installation Kit UAV-1007046-001 The skyBeacon-skySensor Installation Kit consists of the following parts: Item 1 6-32 x 1-1/4” Screw (3) UAV-1001459-001 2 5mm x 1mm O-Ring (6) UAV-1002038-001 3 Wire Splice (3) UAV-1001487-001 7.3 Installation Materials and Tools In addition to the available installation kit(s), skySensor may require standard aviation parts for installation.
  • Page 21 vertical and horizontal centerlines of the aircraft. Ensure that when mounted, the fin and top of the assembly are free from obstructions. skySensor must be mounted with the fin pointing down to ensure proper performance. skySensor installation location Aircraft starboard (right-hand) side To ensure performance of the integrated altitude sensor, the wire bundle exiting the skySensor enclosure, and vent holes shown below, must not be further sealed.
  • Page 22 General Mounting Instructions 1. Remove the existing starboard (green) position light. 2. Detach the power wire(s). 3. Install wiring according to Section 7.5. 4. If skySensor fits without adaptation, mount skySensor using the three supplied 6-32 screws. See Section 7.4.1. 5.
  • Page 23: Mounting Without Wingtip Adapter

    7.4.1 Mounting Without Wingtip Adapter skySensor is mounted with three 6-32-inch screws to the existing holes and nut plates in the end of the wing. Two O-rings per screw must be used between the screw and skySensor assembly. Note: the O-ring nearest the head of the screw must be replaced if the screw is tightened and subsequently removed.
  • Page 24: Mounting With Wingtip Adapter

    7.4.2 Mounting With Wingtip Adapter The following procedure is generalized for all wingtip adapter models. Wingtip adapters allow or refine the fit of the installation. skySensor is mounted with three 6-32-inch screws to the existing holes and nut plates in the end of the wing, with the wingtip adapter sitting between the wing and skySensor.
  • Page 25: Wiring

    7.5 Wiring skySensor requires connections to power and ground. Color Type Function Power Position Light Power (14/28V only) Yellow Power Anti-collision Light Power (14/28V only) Black Power Aircraft Ground skySensor is designed to use existing position and/or anti-collision light wiring. If new wiring is required, refer to AC 43.13-1B Chapter 11 for guidance.
  • Page 26: Emc Checkout

    7.6 EMC Checkout An EMC check should be performed after skySensor installation is complete. The EMC check verifies that the newly installed equipment is not producing interference to other avionics and that the existing avionics are not producing interference impacting skySensor. The testing assumes that a skySensor operational check has been completed and that the installed avionics are tested and in working condition.
  • Page 27 3. Monitor a remote (distant) VHF COM frequency and verify there are no unintended squelch breaks or other tones that would interfere with communications. 4. Monitor an unused VHF COM frequency and verify there are no unintended squelch breaks or other tones that would interfere with communications.
  • Page 28: Maintenance

    8 Maintenance The skySensor is not a user serviceable product. All service must be performed either by uAvionix or an authorized uAvionix repair center. 9 Care and Cautions The skySensor should be regularly cleaned with warm soapy water and a soft cloth micro-fiber rag.
  • Page 29: Open Configuration Web Page

    10.2 Open configuration web page Using a web browser such as Chrome, open the configuration web page at the following address: http://192.168.4.1 10.3 Update Wi-Fi configuration (optional) If desired, the Wi-Fi channel and power level can be updated via the settings page at the following address: http://192.168.4.1/settings Click ‘Save’...
  • Page 30: Normal Operation

    Annually, or as required, confirm the displayed “Wi-Fi Part Number,” “Wi-Fi Version,” “ADS-B Part Number,” and “ADS-B Version” are current per Service Bulletins listed at: https://uavionix.com/support/skysensor/ If software is not current, apply Service Bulletins as appropriate to update the software.
  • Page 31: Wi-Fi Ads-B Receiver

    This is typically an iOS or Android device. Once connected, follow the instructions for your EFB application. ADS-B traffic, weather, and GNSS position data will be made available to the application. 12 Support For additional questions or support please visit: https://www.uavionix.com/support/ UAV-1006950-001 Rev A...

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