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Dynon Avionics EFIS-D100 User Manual

Dynon Avionics EFIS-D100
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EFI S-D100
Electronic Flight I nformation System
Pilot’s User Guide
P/N 100477-000, Revision H
For use with firmware version 5.4
August, 2010
Dynon Avionics
This product is not approved for
installation in type certificated aircraft

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Dynon Avionics EFIS-D100 Specifications

Operating Environment IconOperating Environment
operating temperature range-22° to 122° F (-30° to 50° C)
Power IconPower
voltage range10 - 30 Vdc
typical power consumption12 watts
maximum power consumption17 watts
Display IconDisplay
display typeAMLCD, TFT (Thin Film Transistor)
backlight brightness400 nits (or 800 nits with super-bright option)
display size7.0” diagonal (178 mm)
display resolution854 x 480 color pixels
Ports & Interfaces IconPorts & Interfaces
wiring connectorDB25 male connector
RS-232 bidirectional PC communication1
RS-232 data inputs1 (GPS, SL30, etc.)
RS-232 serial encoder output1
Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) multidrop1
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
width6.95” (177 mm)
height4.90” (125 mm)
depth4.51” (115 mm)

Summary

Introduction

Limited Warranty

Details the warranty terms for the product, covering defects in materials and workmanship.

Before You Fly

Provides important cautionary information and recommendations for safe operation.

About this Guide

Explains the guide's purpose and references for additional information.

Product Overview

EFIS-D100 Hardware

Explains the use of solid-state sensors for accurate flight information.

POWER

Details the power requirements and backup battery for the EFIS-D100.

SENSORS AND INPUTS

Describes the sensors used for attitude, airspeed, altitude, and heading.

DYNON SMART AVIONICS BUS

Explains how multiple Dynon products can be networked together.

DISPLAY

Describes the EFIS-D100's 7-inch LCD screen specifications.

BUTTONS AND KNOBS

Explains user interaction via the six front panel buttons and their functions.

ADAHRS Operation

Details how the Air Data Attitude and Heading Reference System generates flight instruments.

ATTITUDE CALCULATION

Explains how the artificial horizon display is generated using multiple sensors.

COMPASS ACCURACY AND AUTOPILOT PERFORMANCE

Highlights the importance of accurate magnetic heading for autopilot operation.

Product Operation

Front Panel Layout

Describes the front panel buttons and display for operating the EFIS-D100.

SCREENS AND PAGES

Defines terms like Screen, Page, and Screen Rotation for display configurations.

CYCLING BETWEEN SCREENS

Explains methods for cycling between pre-defined screens using menus and hotkeys.

Menus

Explains how the menu system is accessed and navigated using front panel buttons.

SETUP - Setting Preferences

Enters the SETUP menu to change preferences like displayed units and clock settings.

DIM - Changing screen brightness

Explains how to adjust screen brightness using the DIM menu.

TIMER – Setting and using a timer

Details setting and using up timers and down timers via the TIMER menu.

DATLOG – Logging and retrieving data

Explains configuring internal data logging and retrieving logged data.

Available Pages

EFIS Main pages

Describes EFIS main pages using tapes and indicators overlaid on an artificial horizon.

HSI pages

Explains HSI pages using text and DG compass, requiring external data sources.

Horizon line, pitch and roll indicators

Explains the artificial horizon, pitch indicator lines, and roll scale indicators.

CDI/Glideslope Indicators

Describes CDI and glideslope indicators, their display options, and data sourcing.

Stabilized heading tape and digital readout

Details the heading tape, digital readout, bugs, and ground track indicator.

Altitude tape, digital readout, and VSI

Explains the altitude tape, digital readout, and the graphical Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI).

Airspeed tape, digital readout, and trend

Explains the airspeed tape, digital readout, trend indicator, and color coding.

Bugs

Describes how to set heading, airspeed, or altitude bugs represented by yellow inverted arrows.

Autopilot Status Indicator

Explains the AP Status Indicator displayed on the EFIS page.

HSI Page

Describes the EFIS-D100's function as a Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI).

Lists Pages

Describes user-defined checklists and data panels for quick access.

EFIS Operation

POWER - Power on/off

Describes how to turn the EFIS-D100 unit on and off.

BARO – Changing Altimeter Setting

Explains how to adjust the altimeter setting and change units.

BUGS - Setting Bug Markers

Details how to set heading, track, airspeed, or altitude bugs on the display.

HEADING

Explains setting the heading bug, its toggling, and display on the horizontal tape.

AIRSPEED

Describes setting the airspeed bug, its toggling, and display on the airspeed tape.

ALTITUDE

Explains setting the altitude bug, its toggling, and display on the altitude tape.

SHOW/HIDE DISPLAY ITEMS

Explains how to turn display items on or off on the EFIS page using the CLUTTR menu.

CHECK FIRMWARE VERSION

Explains how to check the EFIS-D100's current firmware version and operating hours.

INFO - Informational Items

Allows displaying informational items like voltmeter, g-meter, VSI, OAT, and engine info.

HSI OPERATION

Required Connections

Lists required external receivers and connections for HSI functionality.

Accessing the HSI / DG Page

Explains how to display the HSI/DG page using screen rotation hotkeys.

HSI Display Basics

Describes HSI display elements, color coding for data sources, and mode flags.

Navigation Radio Overlay

Describes navigation radio overlay on the HSI page, including text displays and course indicator.

GPS Overlay

Describes HSI pages with GPS overlay, including text displays, course indicator, and deviation.

HSI Menu Structure

Describes the HSI menu structure, including NAVSRC for selecting navigation sources.

BUG

Explains the BUG menu for adjusting and toggling heading bugs.

COURSE (Nav mode, Localizer active)

Describes setting the OBS/course for NAV and Localizer modes.

AUTOPILOT OPERATION

Introduction and Resources

Overview of Dynon Autopilot system and resources for further information.

EFIS AP Indicators

Describes new indicators on the EFIS presentation when servos are installed.

AP MENU AND STATUS INDICATOR (LOWER LEFT CORNER)

Explains the AP menu and status indicator for roll and pitch servo states.

AP Status Indicator Modes

Details the different states and displays for AP status indicators (Roll and Pitch).

AP Modes

Lists and describes the Autopilot modes for heading, ground track, and altitude changes.

AP74 Autopilot Control

Describes controlling the Autopilot via the AP74 panel for efficient operation.

AP74 CONTROLS

Details the AP74's buttons for engaging, arming modes, and controlling AP targets.

PRE-SELECT CONFIGURATION

Configures when heading and altitude bugs synchronize to current values (ON ENGAGE or ON MODE ARM).

Disengage/ Control Wheel Steering (CWS) Pushbutton

Describes the function of the Disengage/CWS pushbutton for disengaging AP or control wheel steering.

ALERTS

Alarm Indicators

Describes how alarms are indicated via the alarm bar and menu at the bottom of the screen.

SHOW PAGE

Allows displaying the page with the best view of the alarming measurement.

ALARM ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Details how to acknowledge alarms, remove indications, and return to previous screen.

Multiple Alarms

Describes how multiple alarms are handled, stacked, and acknowledged.

NETWORK CONNECTION LOST

Describes the error when all network communication has stopped.

APPENDIX

Appendix A: Serial Data Output

Details the EFIS RS232 port output format for serial data.

EFIS SERIAL DATA OUTPUT

Provides the format for data sent out the EFIS RS232 port, including fields and notes.

Appendix B: PC Support Program

Describes the PC Support Program for uploading firmware and checklists.

Appendix C: Troubleshooting

Refers to the Installation Guide Appendix for troubleshooting tips and online support forums.

DISPLAYED ALERT MESSAGES

Lists alert messages, their descriptions, and end conditions.

INTERNAL BATTERY LOW

Alert shown when operating solely on backup battery with low voltage.

REMOTE COMPASS NOT DETECTED

Indicates EFIS-D100 cannot communicate with the EDC-D10A.

OAT SENSOR NOT DETECTED

Alert appears when EFIS loses connection to the OAT sensor or EDC-D10A.

Appendix D: EFIS-D100 Specifications

Provides specifications for mounting, weight, temperature, power, connections, and screen.

Inputs/Outputs

Lists the inputs and outputs for the EFIS-D100, including audio alarm and communication ports.

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