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  • Page 2 530-00235-502 SW, EX5000, RELEASE 8.2, LANDSCAPE AFTERMARKET WITHOUT RADAR (2 KNOB) The latest revision of the Entegra EX5000-Series MFD Installation Manual is available to authorized Avidyne dealers at www.avidyne.com. Avidyne®, FlightMax®, and TCAD® are registered trademarks of Avidyne Corporation.   CMax and EMax are trademarks of Avidyne Corporation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 About the EX5000 MFD ......................7 Standard Functionality ....................... 7 Optional Functionality ........................ 7 General Information ......................... 9 Equipment Description ......................10 MFD Technical Specifications ....................11 TSO Information ........................12 Configuration Options ......................
  • Page 4 Lightning Sensor Setup ....................40 5.6.1 Lightning Sensor Checkout ..................... 42 5.6.2 Traffic Sensor Setup ........................ 43 TAS (Avidyne, SkyWatch, & Bendix/King) Setup, Connected via ARINC 429 ..45 5.7.1 TAS (SkyWatch) Checkout ..................... 46 5.7.2 TAS (Bendix/King) Checkout ..................46 5.7.3...
  • Page 5 Loading CMax Chart Data ....................84 7.2.2 Downloading EMax Data ....................85 7.2.3 Avidyne Technical Support and Service ................87 Technical Support ........................87 Service ............................87 Appendix A: Environmental Qualification Data ................ 88 Appendix B: Flight Manual Supplement Information ............... 90 Appendix C STC Permission......................
  • Page 6 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix L: Wiring Diagram – Traffic Sensors ..............101 Appendix M: Wiring Diagram – TAWS ..................102 Appendix N: Wiring Diagram – Radar Sensor ................. 103 Appendix O: Wiring Diagram – Engine Sensors ..............104 Appendix P: Wiring Diagram –...

  • Page 7: About The Ex5000 Mfd

    P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 1. About the EX5000 MFD The Avidyne Multi-Function Display, or MFD, is a single unit computer system mounted in an aircraft instrument panel in the pilot's view that interfaces to various aircraft avionics. The MFD increases pilot situational awareness and enhances flight safety by providing supplementary navigation, traffic, terrain, airspace, weather, engine, and approach chart information.
  • Page 8 • ADS-B FIS-B Weather and Traffic — Displays FIS-B weather and ADS-B traffic when interfaced to Avidyne SkyTrax100 ADS-B Receiver or Freeflight FDL-978-RX Ranger ADS-B Receiver. Note: ADS-B weather and traffic are supported in Release 8.2 or later.

  • Page 9: General Information

    MFD operating information is contained in the Entegra or Envision EX5000-Series MFD Pilot's Guide, which is supplied with the MFD. Avidyne strongly recommends that avionics installers review the Pilot’s Guide before operating the MFD. The current version is available on the web at www.avidyne.com.

  • Page 10: Equipment Description

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 2.1 Equipment Description The EX5000 MFD is a panel-mounted, multi-function display, available as follows: The 700-00004-() MFD is available in two display orientations: • Landscape • Portrait In all configurations, part number 700-00004 has the following attributes: •...

  • Page 11: Mfd Technical Specifications

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 2.2 MFD Technical Specifications Table 1: MFD Technical Specifications Standard Features Display High Brightness Color Active Matrix LCD, sunlight readable Diagonal size 10.4 inches Resolution SVGA 800 X 600 Interfaces RS-232, USB Viewing angle (Landscape) 60 degrees horizontal, +45/-15 degrees vertical Viewing angle (Portrait)

  • Page 12: Tso Information

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 2.3 TSO Information This section covers information regarding TSOs applicable to the MFD. The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this article are minimum performance standards. It is the responsibility of those installing this article either on or within a specific type or class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within the TSO standards.
  • Page 13 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 For some of the functions for which TSO approval has been granted, the MFD only provides part of the functionality covered by the TSO. below lists those partial function TSOs along with the portion of the TSO functionality provided by the MFD.
  • Page 14 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Table 6 below lists the TSO deviations that have been granted for the applicable TSOs. Table 6: TSO Deviations Deviation TSO-C43c -- Temperature The MFD is environmentally qualified using the conditions and procedures of Instruments DO-160E instead of those prescribed in the TSO.

  • Page 15: Configuration Options

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 2.4 Configuration Options To support the many sensor types encountered in the typical aircraft installation, the installer must configure the EX5000 for the sensor type and select the correct port configuration. Table 7 lists sensor options and their associated port configurations.
  • Page 16 Sensor Option Port Type Default System Type Port Port Configuration Engines ARINC 429 Meggitt DAU Speed: High RS-232 Avidyne SIU Baud: 9600 RS-232 Avidyne DAU Baud: 19200 All Piper: RS-232 Moritz DAU Avidyne IFD4XX/5XX Speed: Low GPS/FMS GAMA 429 Format...
  • Page 17 Default System Type Config. Port Traffic Not Installed — — — — ARINC429 Avidyne TAS600 Series Speed: Low Avidyne TCAD 9900BX L3 SkyWatch, SkyWatch Bendix/King KTA-870, KMH-880 Other ARINC 735 compliant TAS (configure as SkyWatch) TIS-G ARINC429 Garmin GTX330 Speed: High...
  • Page 18 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Some installations of EX5000 MFDs have been made with Garmin or Avidyne 400 and 500 series GPS units connected via RS-232 under previous revisions of this installation manual. Those installations are known, non-compliant installations with respect to TSO-C165 as curved paths from the GPS are depicted as straight lines on the MFD.
  • Page 19 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Table 8: Main Connector (P1) Pin Assignments provides a cross reference between port assignments and functional use. Table 8: Main Connector (P1) Pin Assignments Function Suggested Your Function Suggested Your Setup Setup RT ON/OFF RADAR...
  • Page 20 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 GPS2 RS232 RX2 TCAD RS232 RX4 Broadcast Weather , FIS-B Weather, GPS2 RS232 RTN2 TCAD RS232 RTN4 Broadcast Weather , FIS-B Weather, GPS2 RESERVED RESERVED RESERVED RESERVED RESERVED RESERVED ARINC 453 RX1 A RADAR RESERVED RESERVED...
  • Page 21 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Table 10: RS-232 Port Pinout Cross-Reference RS232 Port Signal Your Setup Note that the connector assignments are suggested, but not required. If you use different pin assignments, be sure to document the changes. - 21 -...
  • Page 22 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Figure 2: Main Connector Sample Port Assignments - 22 -...

  • Page 23: Mfd Configurations

    Do not open the MFD cover in any manner and do not remove the internal Compact Flash memory card, unless the operation is being conducted by authorized personnel using an approved Avidyne Service Bulletin. Otherwise, the Compact Flash memory or MFD may be damaged.

  • Page 24: Installation Planning

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 4. Installation Planning This section contains information for installing and wiring the MFD. All installation procedures should follow the acceptable practices, methods, and techniques of avionics installations as described in FAA Advisory Circulars. Use appropriate appendices for guidance with MFD dimensions and panel cutout requirements.

  • Page 25: Wiring Notes

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 4.4.1 Wiring Notes Table 12: Electrical and Sensor Interface Wiring Designation Vendor Part # Description Positronic DD78F10G00 78-Pin High Density Female D-Sub Connector Delta Electronics 4205-018-N995 50 Ohm Right Angle Plug BNC Connector •...

  • Page 26: Electrical Load Analysis

    GPS. For more information, see the wiring diagrams in Appendix J: Wiring Diagram – GPS/FMS. Note: For the EX5000, Avidyne recommends using an GAMA 429 Graphics with intersections connection for FMS/ GPS. The GAMA 429 Graphics input can contain heading data, necessary for overlay capabilities as well as approach procedures and the display of curved segments.

  • Page 27: Xm Broadcast Datalink Receiver Wiring

    GTX-345. Contact Avidyne for information on the SkyTrax 100/100B ADS-B Receiver. Note: If installing the Avidyne SkyTrax 100 or FreeFlight FDL-978-RX, ensure the software revision is 8.2. or greater. 4.6.4 XM Broadcast Datalink Receiver Wiring See the wiring diagram in Appendix K: Wiring Diagram –...

  • Page 28: Taws Wiring

    After you determine the appropriate configuration Configuring Map Heading from the EXP5000 PFD The EX5000 can receive heading directly from an installed Avidyne Entegra EXP5000 PFD via an ARINC 429 or an RS-232 bus. For the correct interconnection between the EXP5000 PFD and the EX5000, see Appendix P: Wiring Diagram –...

  • Page 29: Radar Sensor Wiring

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Configuring Map Heading from StormScope The MFD is capable of receiving heading data from the WX-500 StormScope via RS-232. Configure the MFD as shown in Figure 4: Heading Configuration with StormScope: Figure 4: Heading Configuration with StormScope Configuring Map Heading from TAS (Traffic) The EX5000 is capable of receiving heading data from a TAS system.

  • Page 30: Mfd Feature Setup And Checkout

     To activate the TAWS, and Broadcast Datalink MFD features: 1. Obtain the Activation Utility disk for each feature you want to install from Avidyne or an authorized aircraft manufacturer. Be sure to specify the software part number of the MFD for which you want to activate a feature.

  • Page 31: Using The Configuration Save And Restore (Csr) Utility

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 2. Follow the instructions in the accompanying service bulletin for each Activation Utility. After activation, the utility disks may be erased and reused for any purpose. 5.3 Using the Configuration Save and Restore (CSR) Utility When performing an upgrade or replacement to an existing MFD, you may want to use the Configuration Save and Restore CSR) Utility.

  • Page 32: Using The Maintenance Mode Page

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 • Engine Instruments Setup. • Lightning, Traffic, GPS, and MAP parameters, described in this section. Refer to the applicable software update service bulletin for appropriate configuration save and restore utility availability and use instructions. 5.4 Using the Maintenance Mode Page The MFD Maintenance Mode Page contains the setup pages for each function.

  • Page 33: Gps/Fms Navigators Setup

    2. Changes in the setup pages do not take effect until the MFD has been restarted. From the Maintenance Mode Page, press Restart System. Avidyne suggests that you restart the system after you make changes to each setup page. If no changes were made, press Back to Map to exit Maintenance Mode.
  • Page 34 CH-4312-02 Only * Installations of EX5000 MFDs with Garmin or Avidyne 400 and 500 series GPS units under this installation manual must be done using ARINC 429. Existing installations may continue to use RS- 232 with the King/Aviation format. See Configuration Options for more information.

  • Page 35: Gama 429 Graphics Setup

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Note: Use the matrix as a general guideline only. GPS manufacturers are constantly improving and upgrading their products. Always refer to the Installation Manuals that come with the GPS/FMS to confirm configuration and setup parameters. Additionally, keep in mind that not all GPS configurations can be used with all aircraft.

  • Page 36: Dual Gps Setup With Gama 429

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 • Speed—There are two speeds available, High and Low. See Table 13: GPS/FMS Manufacturer’s Matrix to determine the correct speed for your system. 3. When you are done, press Save to save your changes. Press Cancel to exit without saving changes.

  • Page 37: Dual Gps Setup With Rs-232

    ARINC 429-capable GPS unit. Connect the MFD ports as appropriate, using Appendix J: Wiring Diagram – GPS/FMS. Follow the set up instructions in GAMA 429 Graphics Setup and Avidyne Technical Support and Service. 5.5.5 GPS/FMS Communications Check (Messages) After the MFD has been restarted, any of the following messages may appear in the main viewing screen or in the message bar and Aux or Setup Page.

  • Page 38: Gps/Fms Installation-Specific Issues

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Nav Source: Can't Open Port Another device is configured for the Check the Setup page for all devices. same port. Typically the GPS/FMS is configured for Port1 (for RS-232) or ARINC1 (for ARINC 429).

  • Page 39: Lightning Sensor Setup

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.6 Lightning Sensor Setup The MFD supports the Avidyne TWX-670 and L-3 WX-500 Lightning sensors. Table 11 describes the Avidyne TWX-670 Configuration Options. Table 15: TWX-670 Configuration Options Option Values Notes...

  • Page 40: Lightning Sensor Setup

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.6.1 Lightning Sensor Setup  To configure the Lightning sensor: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select Lightning Setup. The selection page is displayed: Figure 10: Selection Page 2. Choose the sensor to be connected to the MFD. The Setup Page is displayed. For the WX-500 Setup the screen shown in Figure 11 is displayed.
  • Page 41 Sensor – Select between the lightning sensor and a simulation program (WX-500 only). The normal selection is the sensor name (“Avidyne TWX-670” or “WX-500”). The WX-500 simulation setting is used in conjunction with the demo mode on the sensor to simulate operations on the ground.

  • Page 42: Lightning Sensor Checkout

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 • Enable geo stabilization – an external position source (GPS or FMS) connected to the sensor will stabilize the lightning strikes to the aircraft position • Enable heading stabilization – an external heading source (e.g., a synchro) connected to the sensor will stabilize the lightning strikes to the aircraft heading.

  • Page 43: Traffic Sensor Setup

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Lightning Heading Source Failed Heading data is no longer available from the WX-500. Strike data may still be valid. Will only appear if the WX-500 is used as the heading source. Lightning Heading Source OK Heading data has been restored.
  • Page 44 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Table 18: Traffic Setup Configuration Options Sensor Selection Options Notes Port ARINC 429 1 to 4 TAS Type TAS600 Series TCAD 9900BX L3 SkyWatch Bendix/KingKTA-870, KMH-880 Other ARINC 735 compliant TAS (Configure as SkyWatch) External Controller? Checkbox...

  • Page 45: Tas (Avidyne, Skywatch, & Bendix/King) Setup, Connected Via Arinc 429

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.7.1 TAS (Avidyne, SkyWatch, & Bendix/King) Setup, Connected via ARINC 429 SkyWatch uses an ARINC 429 data connection between the TRC (Transmitter/Receiver Computer) and the MFD.  To set up the TAS Traffic Sensor: 1.

  • Page 46: Tas (Skywatch) Checkout

    See the KTA870 Installation Manual for fault isolation procedures. 5.7.4 TCAD Setup, Connected via RS232 The MFD optionally supports Avidyne TAS600 Series 9900BX TCAD sensors. Note: The MFD does not provide power to the 9900BX sensor. TCAD is interfaced to the MFD via RS232 or ARINC 429 (9900BX only).
  • Page 47 Some software versions do not allow you to select TCAD type. If the option is not available, all TCAD sensors will use the shield size settings described in Table 19: TCAD Shield Settings. See the Avidyne TAS600 Series Installation Manual for wiring procedures and information about shields. •...

  • Page 48: Tcad Dual Display Setup

    Series Installation Manual for wiring procedures. See Figure 2-15 Wiring Diagram for Dual Displays and Section 7 in the Ryan manual for instructions. 5.7.6 TCAD Checkout The MFD does not display the TCAD Self Test function. To perform this test, use the Avidyne TAS600 display unit. •...

  • Page 49: Tis-G Checkout

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Figure 15: TIS selection on Traffic Setup Page 2. Set the following options: • Sensor—TIS-G • Port—Select the MFD ARINC 429 port to which the TIS transponder is wired. 3. When you are done, press Save. Press Cancel to exit without saving changes. 4.

  • Page 50: Ads-B Weather And Traffic (Optional)

    P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.8 ADS-B Weather and Traffic (Optional) The MFD can interface to the Avidyne SkyTrax 100/100B, FreeFlight FDL-978-RX, NGT-9000 or Garmin GTX-345 ADS-B Receiver with software release 8.2.2 or later. Note: The MFD supports interface to either an ADS-B traffic sensor or active traffic sensor (i.e., TAS), not both.

  • Page 51: Freeflight Fdl-978-Rx, Ngt-9000 Or Garmin Gtx-345 Ads-B Weather Setup

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.8.2 FreeFlight FDL-978-RX, NGT-9000 or Garmin GTX-345 ADS-B Weather Setup  To set up the ADS-B Weather interface of the FDL-978-RX, NGT-9000 or Garmin GTX-345 ADS-B Receiver: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select Aircraft Setup. The Aircraft Setup Page displays: Figure 17: FDL-978-RX, NGT-9000, GTX-345 Weather selection on Aircraft Setup Page 2.

  • Page 52: Skytrax 100/100B Ads-B Traffic Setup

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.8.3 SkyTrax 100/100B, FreeFlight FDL-987-RX or NGT-9000 ADS-B Traffic Setup  To set up the ADS-B Traffic interface of the SkyTrax 100/100B ADS-B Receiver: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select Traffic Setup. The Traffic Setup Page displays: Figure 18: SkyTrax 100/100B, FDL-978-RX or NGT-9000 selection on Traffic Setup Page 2.

  • Page 53: Ads-B Weather Interface Checkout

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 2. Set the following options: • Sensor—GTX 345 • Port—Select the MFD ARINC 429 port to which the GTX-345 Receiver is wired (Port 3 shown for example) 3. When you are done, press Save. Press Cancel to exit without saving changes. 4.

  • Page 54: Taws Setup (Optional)

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.9 TAWS Setup (Optional) The MFD can interface to the Honeywell Bendix/King EGPWS systems with Phase 2 or later software. 5.9.1 TAWS Setup  To configure the TAWS interface: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select TAWS Setup. The TAWS Setup Page displays: Figure 20: TAWS Sensor Setup Page 2.

  • Page 55: Taws Communications Check (Messages)

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.9.2 TAWS Communications Check (Messages) If there is a communication or data error between the TAWS sensor and the MFD, one of the following messages will display on the bottom of the screen. Table 21: TAWS Error Messages Message Meaning/Action...

  • Page 56: Radar Sensor (700-00030-005/-805 Only)

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.10 Radar Sensor (700-00030-005/-805 only) Radar support is provided by the Bendix/King RDR-2000 Radar system, including the AlliedSignal ART-2000 sensor, and is an option available only on the 700-00030-005/-805 EX5000. Radar is supported only by software part numbers 530-00235-000/500.

  • Page 57: Radar System Calibration

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Table 22: ART-2000 Sensor Configuration Options Option Value Notes Park Position Last position Set the park/startup position for the radar antenna tilt angle. Full up Centered Full down Beam Width Defines the Width and Height of the radar sweep graphical depiction °...
  • Page 58 2000 Series Radar, this procedure may not be necessary. The calibration values are contained in the configuration module of the R/T and should remain valid. Avidyne recommends that you check the calibration values after the Avidyne unit has been installed to ensure that nothing has changed.
  • Page 59 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Bendix/King Installation Manual Replacement Section 2 2.4.4.1 Stabilization Calibration with Radar Indicator  To calibrate the radar pitch and roll: A. From the Aux Page, enter Maintenance Mode, as described in Section 5.4, Using the Maintenance Mode Page).
  • Page 60 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Note: Failure to set any of the settings described in step E will prevent you from entering calibration mode. If more than one radar indicator is installed in the system, all but one indicator must be in the OFF or STBY position in order for the system to enter the calibration mode.
  • Page 61 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 • To decrement the value of 400 Hz REF, use the right inner knob to change the TILT SETTING to between 5 and 10 DOWN. When the TILT SETTING is set to between 5 and 10 DOWN, the value of the 400HZzREF field will slowly decrease.
  • Page 62 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 N. Calibrate ROLL GAIN Set the tilt table for 10 roll right. Use the GAIN controls to set the GAIN POT /2 setting between 21- and 23-. Set the ROLL ANGLE field to 0.0 ±1.0 •...
  • Page 63 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Save Configuration If the GYRO fault remains, set TILT to 0 and repeat step 3. After saving the configuration, this section is complete. For radar with an ARINC 429 gyro, start here after completing Starting at -30, slowly adjust the gain downward until the antenna clearance scan begins.
  • Page 64 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Save Configuration - 64 -...
  • Page 65 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 S. Save Configuration Adjust the GAIN controls for a GAIN POT /2 setting to 4- or 5-. The FAULTS field will display GYRO. Set the TILT SETTING to 15.0D. The fault fields will flash indicating that your settings are being saved.

  • Page 66: Roll Trim Adjustment

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.10.2 Roll Trim Adjustment  To adjust the Roll Trim Adjustment: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select Setup Radar. 2. From the Radar Setup page. select Roll Trim. 3. The Roll Trim value appears on the Radar screen and can be modified by the Roll Trim control knob.

  • Page 67: Engine Instruments Setup

    Appendix O: Wiring Diagram – Engine Sensors. Only activate the Engine Instruments Setup for those aircraft specifically included under Avidyne Service Bulletin, STC, or TC authorization. Do not set up the MFD Engine Sensor interface for any unapproved aircraft installation.
  • Page 68 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Piper PA32 Engine Setup Piper 32 Engine Setup (Primary Engines) Piper PA32 Engine Setup Columbia 400 Engine Setup Figure 23: Engine Instruments Setup Pages - 68 -...
  • Page 69 For Software Part Number 530-00180-200 only: Ensure that you enter the Aircraft Model before pressing the Save button. If you set the SIU/DAU Type to Avidyne SIU/DAU and press Save without specifying the Aircraft Type, the MFD will become unusable after restarting. In this case, you will need to replace the Compact Flash for the aircraft.
  • Page 70 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 If Fuel to Tabs is displayed, it is very important that you select the correct fuel to tabs level for the aircraft. Vacuum System Installed (Optional)—If the MFD software version supports a display of vacuum system pressure on the Engine Page, a checkbox displays on the Engine Setup page.
  • Page 71 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Note: This option is not available on all aircraft. This option is only available with software part numbers 530-00137-000, 530-00137-001, 530-00170-000, 530-00170-002, 530-00180-002, , 530-00201-002 and 053-00235-002. The fuel quantity indicator can only be calibrated if the DAU is communicating with the MFD and sending valid fuel quantity data.

  • Page 72: Aircraft Setup

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Pressing Cancel from the Underway state causes the current calibration session to end without saving any interim calibration values. Note: For the fuel calibration procedure for the 530-00170-000, 530-00180-000, 530-00195-000, 530-00195-001, 530-00195-010, 530-00201-000 and 053-00235-000 software, see the Piper Process Specification document PPS60185.

  • Page 73: Auxiliary Data Setup

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Sky Trax 100/100B, FDL-978-RX, NGT-9000, GTX-345 Weather selection on Aircraft Setup Page 2. Set the options that appear on the Aircraft Setup Page. These options will vary depending on the aircraft model and optional features selected. 3.

  • Page 74: Xm Broadcast Datalink And Fis-B Checkout

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.12.3 XM Broadcast Datalink and FIS-B Checkout XM Broadcast Datalink Checkout To check the XM Broadcast Datalink Installation: 1. Power up the MFD and Broadcast Datalink Receiver and select the Trip Page. 2.

  • Page 75: Long Range Tanks Setup

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.12.4 Long Range Tanks Setup Some aircraft are equipped with long range fuel tanks. If the Long Range Fuel Tanks feature is available on this aircraft, the Long Range Tanks Installed? checkbox will be available from the Aircraft Setup Page.

  • Page 76: Map Setup

    None (Use GPS Track) The GPS/FMS track will be used as the Map orientation reference. Entegra Uses the Avidyne EXP5000 Primary Flight Display (PFD) for heading. Can also use another low-speed ARINC429 heading source that provides label 320, magentic heading.

  • Page 77: Setup With Gps/Fms As Heading Source

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 5.13.2 Setup with GPS/FMS as Heading Source  To configure the MFD with the GPS/FMS as a heading source: 1. From the Maintenance Mode Page, select GPS Setup. 2. Ensure that GAMA 429 GPS has been selected in the GPS Setup. 3.

  • Page 78: Map Heading/Track Status

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Note: Avidyne recommends using a Heading reference for the overlay feature. Only use Track if Heading is not available. Track does not compensate for the “crab” angle of the aircraft.  To configure the MFD with GPS track in place of a heading source: 1.

  • Page 79: Post-Installation Check

    After installing the MFD, you need to perform a post-installation check to ensure that all components are working properly. 6.1 System Info Pages Avidyne provides three System Info pages to help you determine if system settings are correct and functioning. 6.1.1 System Info Platform Page The Platform Page provides information about the hardware platform and settings of your MFD.

  • Page 80: Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (Emc) Check

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 6.2 Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Check The EMC check verifies that all of the electronic systems installed on the aircraft are compatible. Operating the MFD should not result in Nav flags, constant location lightning strikes on the WX-500 sensor, noise on COMM channels, or other phenomena.

  • Page 81: Lightning Sensor Strike Test

     The antenna and cable are not properly installed.  The antenna may not be properly connected to the ground plane.  The cable may not be properly connected to the antenna or the EX5000. www.avidyne.com for additional information. - 81 -...

  • Page 82: Magnetic Compass Swing

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 6.7 Magnetic Compass Swing After installation and EMI checks are complete, perform a magnetic compass “swing” in accordance with the aircraft installation manual for updating the heading correction card in accordance with 14 CFR 23.1327 and 23.1547.

  • Page 83: Mfd General Maintenance

    The EX5000 screen is made of a plastic film that is vulnerable to scratches, damage by sharp articles or improper cleaners. Use care when cleaning. 7.2 MFD Data Updates Avidyne makes use of three different types of data that can optionally be uploaded to or downloaded from your EX5000: •...

  • Page 84: Loading Navdata (The Navigation Database)

    • USB Flash Memory is only available for software part numbers 530-00180-( ) and later releases. • Avidyne strongly suggests that, to avoid confusion, you reserve a USB Flash Memory Drive solely for EX5000 database transfers. • After uploading data, do not remove the USB Flash Memory Drive until you see and acknowledge the regular EX5000 Startup screen.

  • Page 85: Downloading Emax Data

    2. Turn on the MFD. If you are using a Zip Drive, insert the Zip disk into the Zip Drive when the initial Avidyne logo screen displays. 3. The Dataloader Page displays.
  • Page 86 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 4. If using a Zip Drive, put a compatible blank disk into the Zip Drive when the Avidyne screen displays. 5. The EX5000 will display a message similar to the following: Ready to Write Engine/Narrowcast Data to Removable Media.

  • Page 87: Avidyne Technical Support And Service

    Before you return the unit for service, contact Avidyne at 888-723-7592 to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Securely pack the unit in the original Avidyne shipping carton, write the RMA number on the outside of the carton, and return it to the address provided by the Avidyne Customer Service Representative.

  • Page 88: Appendix A: Environmental Qualification Data

    Appendix A: Environmental Qualification Data RTCA/DO-160E Environmental Qualification Form NOMENCLATURE: MFD PART NO: 700-00004-001/002/003/004/005/006/007/008/009/010/103/104 MANUFACTURER: AVIDYNE CORPORATION ADDRESS: 4 Middlesex Green - Suite 221, 561 Virginia Road, Concord MA 01742 Table 27: RTCA/DO-160E Environmental Qualification Form Part No. 700-00004-() Environmental Tests...
  • Page 89 P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 RTCA/DO-160E Environmental Qualification Form NOMENCLATURE: MFD PART NO: 700-00030-005/805 MANUFACTURER: AVIDYNE CORPORATION ADDRESS: 4 Middlesex Green - Suite 221, 561 Virginia Road, Concord MA 01742 Table 28: RTCA/DO-160E Environmental Qualification Form Part No. 700-00030-() Environmental Tests...

  • Page 90: Appendix B: Flight Manual Supplement Information

    P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix B: Flight Manual Supplement Information A flight manual supplement should be created for each installation, using Avidyne's FAA approved AFMS as a guideline. Hard and electronic copies are available by any of the following means: Calling Avidyne Technical Support at 1-800-AVIDYNE E-mail: techsupport@avidyne.com...

  • Page 91: Appendix C Stc Permission

    Avidyne Corporation hereby grants permission to all National Aviation Authority (FAA, CAA, JAA) approved installers to use data from all STCs and amendments Avidyne has received to modify aircraft. Copies of the STCs and amendments are available upon request or at the Avidyne web site Technical Publication page.

  • Page 92: Appendix D: Landscape Ex5000 Dimensions

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix D: Landscape EX5000 Dimensions Dimensions for the EX5000 (700-00004-002) Dimensions for EX5000 (700-00004-008 and -010 and 700-00030-805) are identical as Note: shown, but without BNC connector J1. - 92 -...

  • Page 93: Appendix E: Landscape Ex5000 With Integrated Datalink Dimensions

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix E: Landscape EX5000 with Integrated Datalink Di- mensions Dimensions for the EX5000 (700-00004-004 & -006, 700-00030-005) - 93 -...

  • Page 94: Appendix F: Portrait Ex5000 Dimensions

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix F: Portrait EX5000 Dimensions Dimensions for the EX5000 (700-00004-104) - 94 -...

  • Page 95: Appendix G: Landscape Cutout Dimensions

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix G: Landscape Cutout Dimensions - 95 -...

  • Page 96: Appendix H: Portrait Cutout Dimensions

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix H: Portrait Cutout Dimensions - 96 -...

  • Page 97: Appendix I: Wiring Diagram - Power, Dimming Bus, And Exceedance Horn

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix I: Wiring Diagram – Power, Dimming Bus, and Exceedance Horn Port assignments shown are nominal assignments. You can select ports as required in Note: Maintenance Mode setup pages, as long as sensors are wired to the corresponding pins. - 97 -...

  • Page 98: Appendix J: Wiring Diagram - Gps/Fms

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix J: Wiring Diagram – GPS/FMS - 98 -...
  • Page 99 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 - 99 -...

  • Page 100: Appendix K: Wiring Diagram - Lightning And Broadcast Datalink

    6. REFER TO EACH SENSOR'S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIFIC CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS. 7. SOME SENSOR INTERFACES ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON ALL SOFTWARE PART NUMBERS. 8. MFD RS-232 PORTS 3 AND 4 ARE ONLY AVAILABLE WITH S/N >1200. AVIDYNE CORPORATION EX5000 INSTALLATION WIRING: LIGHTNING AND BROADCAST XM DATALINK...

  • Page 101: Appendix L: Wiring Diagram - Traffic Sensors

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix L: Wiring Diagram – Traffic Sensors - 101 -...

  • Page 102: Appendix M: Wiring Diagram - Taws

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix M: Wiring Diagram – TAWS - 102 -...

  • Page 103: Appendix N: Wiring Diagram - Radar Sensor

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix N: Wiring Diagram – Radar Sensor - 103 -...

  • Page 104: Appendix O: Wiring Diagram - Engine Sensors

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix O: Wiring Diagram – Engine Sensors - 104 -...

  • Page 105: Appendix P: Wiring Diagram - Primary Flight Display (Pfd)

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix P: Wiring Diagram – Primary Flight Display (PFD) - 105 -...

  • Page 106: Appendix Q: Wiring Diagram - Fis-B Weather And Ads-B Traffic

    AT EX5000 UNIT, TERMINATE SHIELD GROUNDS TO THE CONNECTOR BACKSHELL OR USE CARD-EDGE CONNECTOR TO TERMINATE SHIELD GROUNDS TO BACK PLATE. WIRE HARNESS OVERBRAID IS NOT SHOWN BUT MAY BE REQUIRED. AVIDYNE CORPORATION REFER TO MANUFACTURER’S DOCUMENTATION TO VERIFY SYSTEM IS “INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURERS APPROVED...
  • Page 107 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Garmin P3252 GTX 345 RS422 B (-) RS422 A (+) EX5000 RS232 IN 4 RS232 GND 4 P3251 ARINC RX 3A ARINC 429 OUT A ARINC RX 3B ARINC 429 OUT B NOTES: ALL WIRES TO BE 22 AWG OR GREATER UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
  • Page 108 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 NGT9000 EX5000 MFD J1/P1 ARINC 429 RX A ARINC 429 TX A ARINC 429 RX B ARINC 429 TX B RS232 IN 4 RS-422 A (-) RS232 GND 4 RS422 B+ ENCODER RS-232 RX3 GROUND...

  • Page 109: Appendix R: 3Rd Party Avionics System Interconnect

    EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 Appendix R: 3rd Party Avionics System Interconnect Sensor assignments shown are nominal assignments. You can select ports as required in Note: Maintenance Mode Setup pages (for example. ARINC 429 RX1 is usually used for GPS1. However, if you wire a different sensor to pins 5 &...
  • Page 110 EX5000 Release 8.2.2 Installation Manual P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02 UTC TIME Table 31: Traffic ARINC 429 Messages (ARINC 735A communication protocol) Label Message DITS Control Altitude Select Limits DITS Control Own Aircraft Altitude Vertical Resolution Advisory TCAS SL, RI Own Aircraft Heading TCAS Faults Summary Intruder Files Equipment Identifier...
  • Page 111 (12) months for overhauled products. If Avidyne's Product fails to conform to this warranty, Avidyne, in its sole discretion, will either repair or replace the Product or provide a refund of the purchase price paid for the Product.
  • Page 112 Title, ownership rights, and intellectual property rights in and to the Software belongs to Avidyne and its licensors. The Software is protected by the copyright laws of the United States and by international copyright treaties. Title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights in and to the content accessed through the Software is the property of Avidyne, and where applicable, to the licensor content owners and may be protected by applicable copyright or other law.
  • Page 113 Agreement, understand it, and agree to be bound by its terms and not those contained in your purchase order. If you do not agree to the terms of this license, Avidyne is unwilling to license the product to you.
  • Page 114 561 Virginia Road Concord MA 01742 Telephone: +1-781-402-7400 Toll Free: 800-AVIDYNE (800-284-3963) FAX:781-402-7599 www.avidyne.com P/N 600-00073-001 Rev 02, June 07, 2019 © All Rights Reserved 2019 Avidyne Corporation Avidyne®, FlightMax® and CMax™ are trademarks of Avidyne Corp. - 114 -...

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