AP Servo Installation, Configuration, and Calibration
10-16 SkyView System Installation Guide - Revision AA
Autopilot Servo Calibration and Test Procedures
There are both ground-based setup and in-flight turning procedures that are
required to fully configure your autopilot installation. Initial servo setup /
calibration / test procedures are covered in this guide. In-flight procedures are
covered in the SkyView Autopilot In-Flight Tuning Guide.
Adjusting autopilot settings while the autopilot is engaged is not recommended, as
some settings changes may cause the autopilot to react immediately and counter
to the pilot’s immediate expectations.
All servos must be properly networked into the SkyView system and IAS tape colors /
v-speeds must be configured prior to any servo calibration, testing, or tuning.
Reference the Network Setup and Status Section for instructions on how to
network the servos into the system and the Airspeed Limitations Section for
instructions on how to set IAS tape colors.
The servo calibration procedure identifies the orientation and range of motion of each servo
and must be performed before the servo test procedure. SkyView uses this procedure to
automatically differentiate between the pitch and the roll servos.
To calibrate the servos, enter the Servo Calibration Wizard (SETUP MENU > HARDWARE
CALIBRATION > AP SERVO CALIBRATION > CALIBRATION) and follow the onscreen instructions
to calibrate the servo(s). If the servo calibration procedure is successful, SkyView will
automatically instruct you to run the servo test procedure.
During AP SERVO CALIBRATION, SkyView checks the status of the AP Disengage/CWS Button. If
SkyView detects that the button is pressed (the input is grounded) upon entering AP SERVO
CALIBRATION, the AP Disengage/CWS Button is assumed to be stuck (or incorrectly installed),
resulting in a message is displayed, and the AP SERVO CALIBRATION is aborted:
The servo disconnect switch appears to be pressed and may be
installed incorrectly. The servo disconnect switch should be
a type Momentary, Push Button Normal Open (PBNO).
Press cancel below to return to the servo calibration menu.
Servo Test Procedure
The servo test procedure requires a successful servo calibration. The servo test procedure
verifies that each servo is configured properly by moving the control surfaces while the installer
verifies the correct movement. You may run this procedure on its own at any time after a
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