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Dynon Avionics SkyView HDX Series User Manual

Dynon Avionics SkyView HDX Series
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HDX System
General Maintenance Manual
includes Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
103221-000
Revision F
12/18/2019
Copyright © 2019 by Dynon Avionics, Inc.
Dynon Avionics grants third parties' permission to print this document

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Dynon Avionics SkyView HDX Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandDynon Avionics
ModelSkyView HDX Series
CategoryAvionics Display
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Airworthiness Limitations

Introduction

Document Introduction

Describes the manual's organization: Airworthiness Limitations, System Description, Troubleshooting, Removal/Installation, Service.

SkyView HDX System Overview

System Functions

Overview of SkyView HDX system functions, listing Required and Optional functions.

EFIS-D10A Standby Display

Describes the EFIS-D10A's role as a backup Altitude, Attitude, and Airspeed indicator.

Functional Description and Operation

SkyView HDX Displays

Details the multi-functional, high-definition LCD displays, their sizes, and features.

Display Designations and Content

Explains how SkyView HDX displays present Primary and Optional Content in various layouts.

Buttons and Knobs

Details the functions and operation of the buttons and knobs on the SkyView HDX display.

Function Control Menu

Explains how to access and use the Function Control Menu (MENU) for system functions.

Setup Menus

Describes Setup Menu and In-Flight Setup Menu for configuration and calibration.

Major Display Functions

Primary Flight Display

Details the Primary Flight Display (PFD) layout, content, and configuration options.

Attitude Indicator

Explains the Attitude Indicator function, its sub-indicators, symbols, and reference scales.

Altitude Indicator

Describes the Altitude Indicator, its tape-style display, and how to set altitude and baro pressure.

Airspeed Indicator

Details the Airspeed Indicator, its tape-style display, and how to set airspeed bugs.

Vertical Airspeed Indicator

Explains the Vertical Airspeed Indicator, its tape-style display, and setting vertical speed bugs.

Horizontal Situation Indicator

Describes the HSI, its compass-style display, and its sub-indicators and reference scales.

Wind Indicator

Details the Wind Indicator location and data sources used for its display.

Navigation Source Indicator

Explains the Navigation Source Indicator and how to toggle between NAV sources.

Outside Air Temperature Indicator

Describes the OAT Indicator location and data sources used for its display.

Auxiliary Functions

Covers Clock, G-Meter, Traffic Indicators, and Angle of Attack functions.

Synthetic Vision

Details the synthetic vision representation of terrain and obstacles for advisory purposes.

Moving Map & VFR GPS Navigator

Explains Moving Map and VFR GPS Navigator functions using navigation databases and GPS data.

Navigation Databases and Charts

Details updating navigation databases and charts for the SkyView HDX system.

GPS Sources

Explains the need for valid GPS sources for Moving Map and Navigation functions.

Weather and Traffic

Describes how SkyView HDX uses ADS-B IN Receiver data for weather and traffic indicators.

Warning, Caution, and Message Alerting System

Details the Message Notification Area, and the three categories of alerts: messages, cautions, warnings.

System Components

EFIS-D10A Standby Display

Describes the EFIS-D10A as a standby display providing attitude, airspeed, and altimeter.

SV-BAT-320 Backup Battery

Details the SV-BAT-320 backup battery's function, power provision, and charging.

SV-ADAHRS-200 ADAHRS Module

Explains the ADAHRS module, its sensors, and how it generates PFD functions.

SV-MAG-236 Remote Magnetometer

Describes the SV-MAG-236 remote magnetometer for locating areas free of magnetic disturbances.

OAT Sensor

Details the OAT sensor, its external mounting, and connection options.

SV-GPS-2020 GPS Antenna/Receiver

Describes the SV-GPS-2020 for high-integrity GPS data, required for ADS-B Out mandate.

SV-XPNDR-261 Transponder

Details the SV-XPNDR-261, a TSO remote-mounted Mode-S transponder for TIS-B and ADS-B Out.

SV-ADSB-472 ADS-B IN Receiver

Explains the SV-ADSB-472 dual band ADS-B IN receiver for weather and traffic data.

SV-EMS-220 EMS Module

Details the SV-EMS-220 for engine gauges, measuring various engine and environmental parameters.

Single-Engine Airplanes

Describes display options for engine monitoring information on single-engine aircraft.

Twin-Engine Airplanes

Explains display requirements for engine monitoring information on twin-engine aircraft.

SV-COM-X25/X83 COM Radio Control Panel & Transceiver

Details the SV-COM-X25/X83 VHF COM Radio, its control panel, and transceiver.

SV-ARINC-429 ARINC 429 Connection Module

Describes the SV-ARINC-429 module for connecting advanced third-party GPS Navigators.

SV-KNOB-PANEL Knob Control Panel

Details the optional SV-KNOB-PANEL for dedicated knobs for ALT, BARO, and HDG/TRK bugs.

Autopilot System

Explains the optional, digitally controlled Autopilot System for flight path control.

Autopilot Control

Details how to engage Autopilot servos using the Control Page or Control Panel.

Yaw Damper Control

Describes how to engage the Yaw Damper independently from the Autopilot.

SV-AP-APDISC Autopilot Control Panel

Details the SV-AP-PANEL, an optional control panel for Autopilot functions and modes.

SV-BUTTON-APDISC Autopilot Disconnect Button

Describes the SV-BUTTON-APDISC, the required Autopilot Disconnect button.

SV-BUTTON-LEVEL Autopilot Level Button

Details the SV-BUTTON-LEVEL, an optional button to activate/deactivate Level Mode.

SV-NET-HUB Network Hub

Describes the SV-NET-HUB accessory for simplifying SkyView HDX Network component connections.

Panel Mount USB Port

Details the Panel Mount USB Port for extending access to USB ports for file transfers.

Troubleshooting

Identifying Failures

Explains how SkyView HDX indicates failures with Red X, and how sensor failures are displayed.

SV-HDX1100 & SV-HDX800 Displays

Provides troubleshooting steps for blank screens on SkyView HDX displays.

Fault Messages

Lists and describes fault messages like CPU TEMP CRITICAL and TOUCH PANEL FAULT.

No Audio

Troubleshooting steps for when audio messages are not heard from the system.

SV-ADAHRS-200 ADAHRS Module

Troubleshooting the ADAHRS module, including Red X, airspeed, and altitude issues.

Red X Over Primary Flight Display

Addresses Red X on PFD, indicating ADAHRS module communication failure.

Airspeed Indication Frozen / Indicates Zero

Troubleshooting airspeed issues due to pitot sensor or line obstruction/leak.

Altitude Indication Frozen

Troubleshooting frozen altitude indication due to static sensor or tube obstruction.

Density Altitude and OAT Indications Incorrect

Troubleshooting incorrect Density Altitude or OAT indications, possibly due to OAT sensor.

No AoA Audio Alerts

Troubleshooting missing AoA audio alerts: tubing, blockage, connector issues.

SV-MAG-236 Remote Magnetometer

Troubleshooting HDG SOURCE FAIL message related to the Remote Magnetometer.

SV-GPS-2020 GPS Antenna/Receiver

Troubleshooting GPS issues: Red X over Moving Map, incorrect GPS position.

SV-BAT-320 Backup Battery

Troubleshooting backup battery messages: B/U BATT TEST NEEDED, B/U BATT UNAVAIL.

EFIS-D10A Standby Display

Troubleshooting EFIS-D10A warnings: Internal error, unstable temp, low battery.

SV-EMS-220 EMS Module

Troubleshooting EMS module: Red X, sensor failures, wiring faults.

SV-XPNDR-261 Transponder

Troubleshooting transponder warnings: Antenna fault, no ADS-B position, heat, power issues.

SV-ADSB-472 ADS-B IN Receiver

Troubleshooting ADS-B IN receiver: No traffic/weather, status messages.

SV-COM-X25/X83 COM Control Panel & Transceiver

Troubleshooting COM system: Panel not illuminated, communication messages.

SV-ARINC-429 ARINC 429 Connection Module

Troubleshooting ARINC 429 module: No GPS/NAV data, communication issues.

AoA Probe

Troubleshooting missing AoA audio alerts: tubing, blockage, connector issues.

Autopilot System

Troubleshooting Autopilot system: Servos offline messages.

Servos Offline Messages

Addresses servos offline messages, checking power, breakers, and connectors.

Servo Slip Messages

Troubleshooting servo slip messages, checking shear screw failure.

SV-AP-PANEL Autopilot Control Panel

Troubleshooting AP control panel: buttons not working, LED status.

SV-BUTTON-LEVEL Autopilot Level Button

Troubleshooting LEVEL button: error messages, wiring, or button replacement.

SV-BUTTON-APDISC Autopilot Disconnect Button

Troubleshooting Autopilot Disconnect button: AP BROKEN/STUCK messages, wiring.

SV-KNOB-PANEL Knob Control Panel

Troubleshooting Knob Control Panel: knobs not controlling functions, LED status.

Panel Mount USB Port

Troubleshooting Panel Mount USB Port: ports not working, cable connection.

Component Removal and Installation

Equipment Installation Record

References the installation record document for component locations and notes.

Access to Equipment

Guides on accessing system components, typically located behind the instrument panel.

Replacement Hardware

Lists mounting hardware required for SkyView HDX system components.

SV-HDX1100 & SV-HDX800 Displays

Provides removal and installation procedures for the primary and secondary SkyView HDX Displays.

Location

Specifies typical locations for primary (left) and secondary (right) displays.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SkyView HDX Display unit.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SkyView HDX Display unit.

SV-ADAHRS-200 ADAHRS Module

Provides removal and installation procedures for the ADAHRS module.

Location

Specifies the typical mounting location of the ADAHRS module behind the display.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-ADAHRS-200 ADAHRS module.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-ADAHRS-200 ADAHRS module.

SV-OAT-340 OAT Sensor

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Outside Air Temperature (OAT) sensor.

Location

Specifies the typical location of the OAT sensor under the left wing.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-OAT-340 OAT sensor.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-OAT-340 OAT sensor.

SV-MAG-236 Remote Magnetometer

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Remote Magnetometer unit.

Location

Specifies the location of the Remote Magnetometer unit as per installation record.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-MAG-236 Remote Magnetometer.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-MAG-236 Remote Magnetometer.

SV-GPS-2020 GPS Antenna/Receiver

Provides removal and installation procedures for the GPS Antenna/Receiver.

Location

Specifies the typical location of the GPS Antenna/Receiver on the airplane's top surface.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-GPS-2020 GPS Antenna/Receiver.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-GPS-2020 GPS Antenna/Receiver.

SV-BAT-320 Backup Battery

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Backup Battery unit.

Location

Specifies the typical mounting location of the Backup Battery on the avionics tray.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-BAT-320 Backup Battery.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-BAT-320 Backup Battery.

EFIS-D10A Standby Display

Provides removal and installation procedures for the EFIS-D10A Standby Display.

Location

Specifies the typical location of the EFIS-D10A on the left instrument panel.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the EFIS-D10A Standby Display.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the EFIS-D10A Standby Display.

EFIS-D10A Backup Battery

Provides removal and installation procedures for the EFIS-D10A Backup Battery.

Location

States the EFIS-D10A Backup Battery is internal to the unit.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the EFIS-D10A Backup Battery.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the EFIS-D10A Backup Battery.

SV-EMS-220 EMS Module

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Engine Monitoring System module.

Location

Specifies typical locations for the EMS module in single and twin-engine aircraft.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-EMS-220 EMS module.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-EMS-220 EMS module.

Oil Pressure Sensor

Details removal and installation of the oil pressure sensor, referring to aircraft manuals.

Oil Temperature Sensor

Details removal and installation of the oil temperature sensor, referring to aircraft manuals.

Fuel Pressure Sensor

Details fuel pressure sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

Fuel Flow Sensor

Details fuel flow sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

Fuel Level Sensor

Details fuel level sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

Carburetor Temperature Sensor

Details carburetor temp sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor

Details CHT sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor

Details EGT sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

Turbine Inlet Temperature Sensor

Details TIT sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

Amps Sensor

Details Amp sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

Voltmeter Sensor

Explains the voltmeter sensor connection to the EMS module for voltage indication.

Tachometer Sensor

Details tachometer sensor connection to magneto control switch for pulse signals.

Manifold Air Pressure Sensor

Details MAP sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

Flap Position Sensor

Details flap position sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

Landing Gear Position Sensor

Details landing gear position sensor location and removal/installation, referring to aircraft manuals.

SV-XPNDR-261 Transponder

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Transponder module.

Location

Specifies transponder location as close to its antenna as possible.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-XPNDR-261 Transponder.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-XPNDR-261 Transponder.

SV-ADSB-472 ADS-B IN Receiver

Provides removal and installation procedures for the ADS-B IN Receiver.

Location

Specifies the typical location of the ADS-B IN Receiver behind the SkyView HDX Display.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-ADSB-472 ADS-B IN Receiver.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-ADSB-472 ADS-B IN Receiver.

ADS-B Antenna

Provides removal and installation procedures for the ADS-B Antenna.

Location

Specifies the typical location of the ADS-B Antenna on the underside of the airplane.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the ADS-B Antenna.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the ADS-B Antenna.

SV-COM-T25/T8 COM Radio Transceiver

Provides removal and installation procedures for the COM Transceiver.

Location

Specifies the location of the COM Transceiver as per installation record.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-COM-T25/T8 COM Radio Transceiver.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-COM-T25/T8 COM Radio Transceiver.

SV-COM-PANEL COM Radio Control Panel

Provides removal and installation procedures for the COM Control Panel.

Location

Specifies the typical location of the COM Control Panel on the left instrument panel.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-COM-PANEL COM Radio Control Panel.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-COM-PANEL COM Radio Control Panel.

SV-ARINC-429 ARINC 429 Connection Module

Provides removal and installation procedures for the ARINC 429 Connection Module.

Location

Specifies the typical location of the ARINC 429 Connection Module behind the display.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the ARINC 429 Connection Module.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the ARINC 429 Connection Module.

AoA Probe

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Angle of Attack (AoA) probe.

Location

Specifies the typical location of the AoA probe underneath the left or right wing.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the AoA Probe.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the AoA Probe.

Autopilot Servos

States autopilot servo installation is specific to airplane model.

Location

References installation record for specific autopilot servo locations.

Removal

References Autopilot Servo Installation Manual for servo removal.

Installation

References Autopilot Servo Installation Manual for servo installation.

SV-AP-PANEL Autopilot Control Panel

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Autopilot Control Panel.

Location

Specifies typical location of Autopilot Control Panel on left instrument panel.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-AP-PANEL Autopilot Control Panel.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-AP-PANEL Autopilot Control Panel.

SV-BUTTON-LEVEL Autopilot Level Button

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Autopilot Level Button.

Location

Specifies typical location of the LEVEL button on the left instrument panel.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-BUTTON-LEVEL Autopilot Level Button.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-BUTTON-LEVEL Autopilot Level Button.

SV-BUTTON-APDISC Autopilot Disconnect Button

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Autopilot Disconnect Button.

Location

Specifies typical location of the A/P DISC button on the left instrument panel.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-BUTTON-APDISC Autopilot Disconnect Button.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-BUTTON-APDISC Autopilot Disconnect Button.

Yoke-Mount Autopilot Disconnect Button

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Yoke-Mount Autopilot Disconnect Button.

Location

Specifies the pilot's control yoke as the location for the Autopilot Disconnect Button.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the Yoke-Mount Autopilot Disconnect Button.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the Yoke-Mount Autopilot Disconnect Button.

SV-KNOB-PANEL Knob Control Panel

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Knob Control Panel.

Location

Specifies typical location of Knob Control Panel on left instrument panel.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the SV-KNOB-PANEL Knob Control Panel.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the SV-KNOB-PANEL Knob Control Panel.

Panel Mount USB Port

Provides removal and installation procedures for the Panel Mount USB Port.

Location

Specifies typical location of Panel Mount USB Port under the SkyView HDX Display.

Removal

Step-by-step instructions for removing the Panel Mount USB Port.

Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the Panel Mount USB Port.

Servicing

Periodic Maintenance

Outlines periodic maintenance tasks including component checks and display cleaning.

Updating SkyView HDX System Software

Provides instructions for downloading and updating the SkyView HDX system software.

Updating Aviation Databases and Charts

Instructions for downloading and loading aviation databases and charts onto the display.

SkyView HDX System Backup Battery Test

Details how to perform the mandatory 12-month backup battery test for SkyView HDX.

EFIS-D10A Backup Battery Test

Explains the procedure for testing the EFIS-D10A internal backup battery capacity.

Pitot/Static Leakage Test

Procedures for performing pitot and static system leak tests.

Zero Pressure IAS/AoA Calibration

Calibration steps for IAS and AoA pressures in a windless environment.

AoA Calibration

In-flight calibration procedure for the Angle of Attack sensor.

Transponder Tests

Tests required for transponder installation verification per FAR and AC standards.

Manual ALT/GND Mode Switching

Procedure for manually switching the transponder between ALT and GND modes.

Compass Calibration

Procedures for on-ground and in-flight compass calibration for heading accuracy.

On-ground Compass Calibration

Step-by-step guide for performing on-ground compass calibration.

In-flight Compass Calibration

Guidance for performing optional in-flight compass calibration for improved accuracy.

Appendix 1: Glossary

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