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- Page 2 No part of this document may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the express written consent of UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc. UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc., II Morrow, and Apollo are trademarks of UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc. © 2000 by UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc.
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Page 3: Ordering Information
Multi-Function Displays, be sure to read our Getting Started section. This section provides the rules for successful use of the Apollo MX20. The rest of the manual contains important information that you can refer to as you need more detail on specific procedures or features. - Page 4 End User License Agreement (“EULA”) Refund. If you do not agree to the terms of this EULA, UPS Aviation Technologies and Microsoft are unwilling to license the MX20 and its Operating System to you. In such event, you may not use or copy the Licensed Product, and you should promptly contact UPS Aviation Technologies for instructions on return of the unused product(s) for a refund.
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Page 5: Welcome
Welcome… Welcome to a new era of aviation navigation. Once again, UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc. has set new standards in features and ease of use for the general aviation public. The Apollo MX20 Multi-Function Display provides a focal point for integrating many of your navigation needs in an easy to use and convenient package. -
Page 6: About This Manual
About This Manual This manual may be used as a summary, a reference, and a learning tool. Information is provided about all of the functions available to the MX20. Your specific installation may not include all of these functions. Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the various sections in this manual. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents History of Revisions ..... . . i Ordering Information ..... . i About This Manual . - Page 8 Detailed Operation ......15 Message Log (MSG) Function ....16 Custom Map (MAP) Function .
- Page 9 Nav Data ......33 Label ......34 Low Airways .
- Page 10 Navigating the Displayed Data ....53 Smart Key Function ....53 Sorting FIS Messages .
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Page 11: Getting Started
Getting Started Getting Started This section explains how to get started using the MX20. Information in this section describes the controls, data card, display, and basic operation. After reading this section, go to the Detailed Operation section for expanded explanations for each feature. Functions The MX20 contains eleven major separate functions for the display of information. - Page 12 Getting Started The Message Log displays information from the MX20 or reported to the MX20 by its external sensors. A flashing MSG annunciator notifies you of a new message that should be viewed. The Custom Map function allows you to completely customize the displayed map by overlaying selected information.
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Page 13: Controls
Getting Started Controls Power/Brightness The power switch is located in the upper right corner of the MX20. Turn the power rotary knob clockwise past the detent to turn the power on. Turn the power knob fully counterclockwise to turn the power off. With the power knob pushed in, the brightness is set automatically according to ambient light by a photosensor. -
Page 14: Menu/Enter
Getting Started Menu/Enter key is located on the bottom right MENU/ENTER MENU corner of the MX20. Press the key to show MENU/ENTER ENTER a menu of options to modify the display of the current function. Press the key to hide the menu. If MENU/ENTER no action is taken, the menu will automatically extinguish in a few seconds. -
Page 15: Data Card
UPS Aviation Technologies APOLLO Mx20 P/N 138-0448-010 Date of Jeppesen Nav data TSO C113, TSO C110A DO-178B LEVELS C,D DATE S/W VERSION Nav Data: Copyright Jeppesen Sanderson, Inc. 2000 UPS Aviation Technologies Inc. Version of Mx20 software All Rights Reserved. -
Page 16: Display
Getting Started Display The MX20 display provides text and graphic information to give a “picture” of your flight and surroundings. The display brightness may be set manually or allowed to automatically adjust to ambient light conditions. At the bottom of the display, labels above the function keys change to show the different choices for each function to allow access to commonly used actions. -
Page 17: Annunciations
Getting Started Annunciations Advisory flags, data flags, and messages appear on the display to give information about the status of the MX20 or to provide operating information. Advisory Flags Annunciations will appear on the upper left side of the display to provide advisories for Traffic, Terrain, and Lightning. -
Page 18: Data Flags
Getting Started Data Flags Data flags appear on the left side of the display to notify you when there is a loss of reported information. The data usually displayed, such as lightning or nearby terrain, may still exist, but may not be displayed for technical reasons. For instance, when the amber TRAF data flag appears it means that the MX20 is not receiving Traffic information. -
Page 19: Basic Operation
Getting Started Basic Operation Use the following items to get a basic feel for the operation of the MX20. The basic steps for using any of the separate functions of the MX20 are: Turn the power on. Adjust the brightness or set it to automatic. Check that all tests pass on the Start Up screen. -
Page 20: Brightness
Getting Started Brightness With the Power knob pulled out, turn the knob in each direction to adjust the display brightness manually. Manual brightness mode may be selected to adjust the display for difficult lighting conditions. Push the knob in, and the brightness is adjusted automatically according to the ambient light. -
Page 21: Confirm Current Baro Correction
Getting Started Confirm Current Baro Correction A window that displays the current barometric value and asks you to verify the current value or enter a new value. This window will appear at startup and then every 30 minutes. Press to increase the value. Press BARO + BARO to decrease the value. -
Page 22: Advisory Hot Key
Getting Started Advisory Hot Key The ‘Advisory Hot Key’ feature allows advisory conditions to be quickly viewed with minimal effort by the pilot. This feature is comprised of three components: 1) An advisory condition is indicated by a white advisory flag on the left side of the screen, the corresponding Function label will also be highlighted in white when selecting a new Function via the FN key. -
Page 23: Returning To Normal Condition
Getting Started Returning to Normal Condition After evaluating the advisory, to return to normal viewing simply select the original Function that was being viewed before the advisory was viewed. When this is done, the zoom level will be set back to 5 nm and the display mode will be returned to ARC mode. -
Page 24: Summary
Getting Started Summary Press Function Keys Flight Plan Flight Plan Flight Plan Map Orient Map Orient Map Orient Invert Invert Invert Nav Data Nav Data Nav Data Terrain Label Label Airports Low Airways VORs High Airways NDBs Intersections Airspace Low Airways High Airways Water Roads... -
Page 25: Detailed Operation
Detailed Operation Detailed Operation This section describes each operating function and the options available in each function. Each function operates independently. The Function “smart” keys and Line Selection keys are customized for each function and will appear while that function is selected. The functions are described in the order that they appear. -
Page 26: Message Log (Msg) Function
Detailed Operation Message Log (MSG) Function The Message function displays information about the status of the MX20. Messages may be logged by either the MX20 internal system or by one of the external sensors. The amber MSG flag will flash until the message is viewed. -
Page 27: Custom Map (Map) Function
Detailed Operation Custom Map (MAP) Function The Custom Map function provides a graphic display of map features in relation to the aircraft location to help improve your situational awareness. The custom map function is unique in that it has the ability to selectively “overlay”... -
Page 28: Auto Zoom
Detailed Operation Auto Zoom Auto Zoom is activated by adjusting the zoom level to the far extremes of the zoom range. When activated, the indicated zoom level will change from a number to the text ‘AUTO’. While in the Auto Zoom mode, the screen will automatically adjust the current zoom level to maintain the current ‘TO’... -
Page 29: Info
Detailed Operation green reference line is drawn from the center of the viewed area back to your current position. Info Press the “smart” key to view information about the INFO current “TO” waypoint. Each press of the key will step through the available INFO information for the current destination waypoint. -
Page 30: Info In Pan Mode
Detailed Operation Info In Pan Mode The INFO smart key supports operation in conjunction with the PAN feature. On any of the maps (Custom Map, IFR and VFR), entering the INFO mode while pan is active, will show information about the nearest airport to the center of the screen. -
Page 31: Flight Plan
Detailed Operation Custom Map Menu Option Page 1 The first option page of the Custom Map function lets you select options for the choices of Flight Plan, map orientation, Invert, Nav Data, and Terrain. The last option selection takes you to the next page of options. The options have tri-state choices that are also shown visually. -
Page 32: Invert
Detailed Operation screen and a 360° ring with the aircraft symbol position in the center. Desired Track Up sets the desired track to the next waypoint as the top of the screen. Press the LINE key next to this option to scroll through the SELECT options. -
Page 33: Terrain
Detailed Operation Terrain The Terrain option allows you select the display of topographical features. Pressing the LINE SELECT next to the Terrain option toggles between sectional (absolute), terrain awareness (relative), or no display of topographical features. The sectional (absolute) display shows a display similar to a sectional map. -
Page 34: Airports
Detailed Operation Custom Map Menu Option Page 2 The second option page of the Custom Map function lets you select options for the choices of Airports, Vors, NDBs, Intersections, and Airspace. The last option selection takes you to the next page of options. Airports The Airports option allows you to choose the level of airport information displayed on the Map screen. -
Page 35: Vor Highlight
Detailed Operation provides another source to help make sure you are using the intended navigational aid and your To/From orientation to the reference station is as desired. You can turn the display of VOR and ILS information in the Custom Map page on or off. VOR and ILS information is always shown in the IFR and VFR Chart functions. -
Page 36: Vor Obs
Detailed Operation The MX20 must have VOR symbols turned on for this feature to be active in the Custom Map function. VOR information is always shown in the IFR and VFR Chart functions. VOR OBS The OBS (Omni-Bearing Selector) value selected in the SL30 will be shown as a line from the tuned VOR station in magenta on the MX20 display. -
Page 37: Back Course Display
Detailed Operation Back Course Display The MX20 will draw the “front course” on its display when a localizer frequency is tuned into the SL30. If you enable the back course feature of the SL30, the MX20 will then draw a “front course” graphic localizer extending from the reciprocal runway. -
Page 38: Airspace
Detailed Operation Airspace The Airspace option allows you to control the display of airspaces. Pressing the key next to Airspace LINE SELECT toggles between either the display of airspace boundaries and altitude information, boundaries alone, or no display of airspaces. Press the Next Page key to display the next LINE SELECT... -
Page 39: High Airways
Detailed Operation High Airways The High Airways option allows you to control the display of High Airways. Pressing the LINE SELECT next to High Airways toggles between either the display of the airway and label, airway alone, or no display of High Airways. -
Page 40: Obstructions
Detailed Operation Custom Map Menu Option Page 4 The fourth option page of the Custom Map function lets you select options for choices of Obstructions, Traffic, and Lightning Strikes. Obstructions Obstructions, such as towers and other man-made objects, are part of the MX20 updateable database. Obstructions over 250 feet high are shown on the maps with tower symbols. -
Page 41: Strikes
Detailed Operation The Traffic function is not available in all software versions. Check your Approved Flight Manual Supplement to verify if this feature is available. Strikes The Strikes menu option controls the display of lightning strike information if the MX20 receives strike data from an external source, such as the WX500. -
Page 42: Ifr Chart Function
Detailed Operation IFR Chart Function The IFR Chart function shows an IFR en route style map for the display. The IFR display shows navigational aid information and the flight plan course line. The “smart” keys on the bottom of the screen control zooming in and out, panning, and the display of information on the current TO waypoint. -
Page 43: Invert
Detailed Operation North Up sets magnetic north as the top of the screen. Track Up sets the current track of the aircraft as the top of the screen. Track Up Arc sets the current track of the aircraft and a 120° arc at the top of the screen. Track Up 360 sets the current track of the aircraft at the top of the screen and a 360°... -
Page 44: Label
Detailed Operation Label key turns the labels for each item on or off for LABEL easy decluttering. When Labels are turned off, only the identifier for waypoints along the flight plan will remain in view when the flight plan is enabled. IFR Option Page 2 The second option page of the IFR Chart function lets you select options for the choices of Low Airways, and... -
Page 45: Vfr Chart Function
Detailed Operation VFR Chart Function The VFR Chart function shows an VFR sectional style map for the display. Topographic features are shown. The VFR display shows navigational aid information and the flight plan course line. The “smart” keys on the bottom of the screen control zooming in and out, panning, and the display of information about the current TO waypoint. -
Page 46: Invert
Detailed Operation 360 sets the current track of the aircraft at the top of the screen and a 360° ring with the aircraft symbol position in the center. Desired Track Up sets the desired track to the next waypoint as the top of the screen. Press the LINE key next to this option to scroll through the SELECT... -
Page 47: Traffic Function
Detailed Operation Traffic Function The Traffic Function allows you to view other traffic in the area. This screen can also show your flight plan. Traffic is shown in relationship to your aircraft. “Smart” keys allow you to zoom in and out, show traffic labels, and select an individual traffic target. -
Page 48: Tis-B Traffic
Detailed Operation small up or down arrow next to the identifier indicates that the traffic is climbing or descending at a rate of at least 500 feet per minute. The end of the vector line that extends beyond the point of the traffic arrow indicates where it will be at the end of the selected time interval. - Page 49 Detailed Operation They are displayed both on the Traffic Function page, and on the Custom Map when traffic is turned on. Surface Target Operation The controls at the bottom of the screen allow you to zoom in and out, turn the traffic identifiers on/off (Label), and to select each traffic target on the screen.
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Page 50: Flight Plan
Detailed Operation Traffic Option Page 1 The first option page of the Traffic function lets you select options for the choices of Flight Plan, Traffic Map Orientation, Display mode, Altitude, and Time. The last option selection takes you to the next page of options. Flight Plan The Flight Plan option controls the display of the Flight Plan course line. -
Page 51: Traffic Altitude Values
Detailed Operation Traffic Altitude Values Altitudes shown next to the traffic icon are in hundreds of feet (09 = 900 feet). Altitude values shown in all other locations and displays are the actual values in feet (+100 = 100 feet). Display Mode The display mode lets you select either a graphic or text version of traffic information. -
Page 52: Altitude Option (Relative/Pressure)
Detailed Operation Altitude Option (Relative/Pressure) The altitude option lets you select between relative and pressure altitude in hundreds of feet. The altitude option choice is shown on the upper left corner of the screen while in the graphic display option. When Relative Altitude is selected, the altitude value on the traffic is shown relative to your altitude. -
Page 53: Ads-B Broadcast Mode Control
Detailed Operation Traffic Option Page 2 The second option page of the Traffic function lets you select options for the choices of Broadcast ID and Flight ID Editing. The last option selection takes you back to the first page of options. ADS-B Broadcast Mode Control For ADS-B equipped installs, this feature allows the pilot to control the broadcast mode of their aircraft. -
Page 54: Standby
Detailed Operation Standby Causes the transmit function of ADS-B to enter the standby mode. Other aircraft can be seen, but no data is transmitted. This mode is similar to setting a standard transponder to the ‘standby’ mode. Flight ID Editing The Enter Flight ID option allows you to edit your broadcasted Flight ID. -
Page 55: Flight Plan (Fpl) Function
Detailed Operation Flight Plan (FPL) Function Use the Flight Plan function to view details about your flight plan route. Press the arrow “smart” keys UP/DOWN to step through the waypoints in your flight plan. Press “smart” key to view information about the INFO waypoint. -
Page 56: Terrain (Ter) Function
Detailed Operation Terrain (TER) Function The Terrain Function shows a map of the terrain in the area relative to your airplane’s position and altitude. The altitude information comes from an external altitude encoder. The displayed altimeter setting has to be adjusted, or baro-corrected, just like the one in your aircraft’s instrument panel. - Page 57 Detailed Operation Use the keys at the bottom of the screen to zoom in and zoom out. The zoom range is shown in the lower left corner of the screen. Use the keys at the bottom of the BARO+ BARO- screen to make minor adjustments to the barometric pressure value.
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Page 58: Flight Plan
Detailed Operation Terrain Option Page The Terrain option page lets you select options for the choices of Flight Plan, Map Orientation, and setting the barometric pressure. Flight Plan The Flight Plan option controls the display of the Flight Plan course line. Pressing the key next to LINE SELECT the Flight Plan option toggles between showing and not... -
Page 59: Trk Up Arc/Trk Up 360
Detailed Operation TRK Up Arc/TRK Up 360 This ring is marked in nautical miles from your airplane with the ring placed at one half the distance of the map scale. For instance if you have the map scales at 50 miles, the ring will be at 25 miles. -
Page 60: Weather (Wx) Data Link
Detailed Operation Weather (WX) Data Link The WX Data Link Function is capable of displaying graphical weather information on UAT equipped installations. Graphical data is overlaid on the map indicating the rainfall detected by ground based radar for a specific area. The colors indicating increasing levels of rainfall progresses from light green for light rainfall to magenta for heavy rainfall. - Page 61 Detailed Operation the rainfall will be removed and the area will revert back to the cyan checkerboard pattern. The WX Data Link Function is based on a ground-to-air data link and requires that the appropriate ground systems are broadcasting weather data and the aircraft is within reception range of the ground broadcast transceiver (GBT).
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Page 62: Flight Information Service-Broadcast (Fis-B)
Detailed Operation Flight Information Service-Broadcast (FIS-B) Flight Information Service - Broadcast (FIS-B) Function allows access to textual weather data messages on UAT equipped installations. Individual FIS textual messages are composed of four parts: message type, location, time and message body. Examples: TYPE LOCATION... -
Page 63: Navigating The Displayed Data
Detailed Operation received textual messages. The columns are loosely defined as message type, location and timestamp to handle the most common type of FIS up-link data. The different message types and data content are fully controlled by the ground broadcast systems. The airborne system will automatically display any message type that is received. -
Page 64: Sorting Fis Messages
Detailed Operation When the Selection Pointer is in the center most column, the fourth smart key displays the label ‘Sort’. See below for how the sort option works. When the Selection Pointer is in the right most column, the fourth smart key displays the label ‘View’. When pressed, the currently viewed message is presented in a full screen mode. -
Page 65: Lightning Strikes (Lt) Function
Detailed Operation Lightning Strikes (LT) Function The Lightning Strike mode allows you to view lightning strikes that are reported by a BF Goodrich WX500 Stormscope Weather Mapping Sensor. The “T” marks are used as reference marks to aid in locating strikes in reference to your position. -
Page 66: Flight Plan
Detailed Operation Flight Plan The Flight Plan option controls the display of the Flight Plan course line. Pressing the key next to LINE SELECT the Flight Plan option toggles between showing and not showing the Flight Plan route line. 360/120 Two display views of the lightning information may be selected. -
Page 67: Demo
Detailed Operation Lightning Menu Option Page 2 The second option page of the Lightning function lets you select options for the choices of Demo, Self-Test for the Stormscope, Noise Monitor, and Strike Test. The last option selection takes you back to the first page of options. Demo The Demo option places the WX500 sensor in a demonstration mode that simulates lightning strikes. -
Page 68: Strike Test
Detailed Operation Strike Test The Strike Test feature is a function of the WX500. For details about using this feature refer to the WX500 owner’s documents. The Strike Test feature is used by installers to verify proper operation of the WX500. Test strikes are sent to the antenna. -
Page 69: System Function
Detailed Operation System Function The System function allows you to set general Nav preferences, obtain version information, and perform tests on the operation of your MX20. System Nav Page Ownship Symbol The Ownship Symbol option allows you to choose the type of icon that will represent your aircraft on the display. -
Page 70: Set Baro Correction
Detailed Operation Set Baro Correction You may enter the corrected barometric pressure so that the proper pressure altitude will be displayed. 1. Press the key for Set Baro Correction. LINE SELECT 2. The Function “smart” keys at the bottom of the display will have direction arrows above them. -
Page 71: System Info
Detailed Operation System Info The System Info page includes information about the software and database versions of the MX20. The data port status is also displayed. The Data port status description allows you to verify correct system installation and to monitor the health of each of the devices sending information to the MX20. -
Page 72: System Test Page
Detailed Operation System Test Page The System Test Page allows you to test the display of the MX20 to ensure proper operation. -
Page 73: Test Pattern 1
Detailed Operation Test Pattern 1 The Test Pattern option displays a number of patterns and colors to test the MX20 display. Use this option to verify proper operation of the display or when contacting Customer Service. Red, Green, Blue, White Test Pattern Choosing the Red, Green, Blue, or White options floods the screen with the selected color. -
Page 74: Caring For Your Mx20
Apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol and wipe the area (this is your last resort). Contacting the Factory The UPS Aviation Technologies factory may be called weekdays from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm Pacific time. The technical service staff will gladly assist you. -
Page 75: Troubleshooting
Detailed Operation Troubleshooting This section contains information to troubleshoot the MX20 when improper operation is observed. The following table lists possible problems you could encounter. Examine the possible causes of the problem and take the action listed to correct the problem. If you cannot correct the problem, contact your dealer. - Page 76 Detailed Operation Problem Possible Cause Action POS data flag shows Antenna or wiring Check the antenna and wiring Ensure that a Position source wpt waypoint is selected as the current destination and a Nav flag is not shown Position source serial Ensure that the serial data data output is...
- Page 77 Detailed Operation Problem Possible Cause Action LT (Lightning) flag WX500 installation Have dealer/installer check for proper installation of the WX500 TER (Terrain) flag Terrain database Ensure that the proper database is used for your location and it passed the startup test Altitude source Have dealer/installer check for proper...
- Page 78 Detailed Operation Notes...
- Page 79 Desired track up . . . 22, 33, 36 Index Display ... . 41 Care ... . 64 Graphic ..41 Absolute .
- Page 80 LT ....8 SL30 ... . . 24 Software version ..61 Map .
- Page 82 © 2000 by UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc. 2345 Turner Rd., S.E. Salem, OR 97302 U.S.A. Phone 503.581.8101 800.525.6726 In Canada 800.654.3415 FAX 503.364.2138 http://www.upsat.com Part #560-1026-01 August 2000...
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