Why is ARINC 429 not communicating with Avidyne Car Navigation system?
If ARINC 429 is not communicating with your Avidyne Car Navigation system, verify the IFD5XX is configured for the appropriate device. Also, check the wiring and unit seating in the tray.
Why are VHF Radio Slots displaying Red- Xs on Avidyne IFD540 Car Navigation system?
If the VHF Radio Slots are displaying Red-Xs on your Avidyne Car Navigation system, ensure all governing circuit breakers have power. Also, check and set as required the Chassis ID per section 2.2.
Why is IFD to IFD Communication not functional on Avidyne IFD540?
If IFD to IFD Communication is not functional on your Avidyne Car Navigation system, as indicated by either a “CROSSYNC FAIL” CAS message or no data sharing observed between the IFDs, ensure RS-232 Channel 3 is set to CrossSync on each IFD. Also, ensure serial Channel 3 wiring is installed per Section 4.7.
Details the IFD540 as a GPS, VHF Communication, and VHF Navigation transceiver.
Explains the IFD510's functionality, lacking an internal VHF transceiver, and its bezel differences.
Details the IFD550 as a GPS, VHF Communication, and VHF Navigation transceiver with synthetic vision.
Explains the IFD545's functionality, lacking an internal VHF transceiver, and its bezel differences.
Lists the core functions supported by the Avidyne Integrated Flight Display (IFD) system.
Explains how to power the IFD on and off, including manual power down procedures.
Covers transponder mode and code display, control via keyboard, and mode selection.
Covers connecting external devices via Bluetooth and WiFi, including startup behavior and quick disconnect.
Explains data sharing, keyboard convenience mode, and shared data between dual IFDs.
Describes the Synthetic Vision page, including TVV/FPM, horizon lines, and view adjustments.
Explains how obstacles are depicted in the SynVis scene with threat bubble coloring.
Details how terrain awareness is displayed using hatched indications based on altitude and proximity.
Explains FLTA alerting triggered by projected imminent impact or reduced terrain clearance.
Describes how flight plans are depicted in SynVis and how to use lateral and vertical deviation indicators.
Covers basic FMS concepts, flight plan rows, and color coding used in flight plan display.
Explains how to perform 'offpath' and 'onpath' direct-to operations using the dedicated key.
Covers interfacing with datalink weather receivers and understanding product status indicators.
Details how traffic information is displayed, including basic and ADS-B directional traffic symbols.
Describes terrain awareness as graphical overlays of aircraft height above terrain and obstacles.
Explains FLTA function, classifying conflict areas as 'caution' or 'warning' based on proximity.
Explains TAWS-B sub-functions like Premature Descent Alert (PDA) and Excessive Rates of Descent (EDR).
Explains how to create, edit, select, use, and reset electronic checklists.
Provides options to tailor the IFD's look and feel, control operations, and manage settings.
Controls display appearance and behavior, including touch screen, zoom mode, and brightness settings.
Controls appearance and behavior of the Flight Management System (FMS), including VNAV settings.
Controls presentation of the Synthetic Vision System (SVS) display for IFD550/545 models.
Controls behavior of terrain awareness/avoidance functions like FLTA and Terrain Awareness.
Configures and controls the remote transponder, including Flight ID and default transponder code.
Provides access to system status pages, initial fuel entry, data logs, and software/database updates.
Explains the Nav Source knob/button function for selecting GPS, VLOC, OBS, and their combinations.
Describes visual approaches as non-precision procedures for VMC, providing enhanced situational awareness.
Explains how to fly published missed approaches and automatic enabling of missed approaches.
Explains IFD's capability for vertical navigation during descent, driven by altitude constraints.
Details the CAS, including levels of message alerting (Warnings, Cautions, Advisories, Notices).
Covers various system failures like Loss of IFD, Display, Bezel Controls, Touchscreen, and GPS.
Describes indications and lost functionality when the IFD experiences a total failure.
Explains indications and lost functionality when only the IFD display fails while bezel keys remain lit.
Details indications and lost functionality when bezel knobs and buttons are non-functional.
Describes indications and lost functionality when touch screen inputs are ignored.
Explains IFD operation during GPS loss, including Dead Reckoning and its limitations.
Covers the process of updating IFD software via USB connections.
Explains how to download datalogs (System, Flight, Engine, Event, Voltage, GPS, Configuration).
Details the procedure to store and reload user checklists, settings, waypoints, and routes.
Guides through the process of pairing a remote Bluetooth keyboard with the IFD.
General| Display Type | LCD |
|---|---|
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| GPS | Yes |
| COM Transceiver | Yes |
| NAV Receiver | Yes |
| Terrain Awareness | Yes |
| Database Support | Jeppesen |
| Traffic Awareness | Optional (requires external traffic system) |
| Weather Data | Optional (requires external weather data link) |
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