J.P. Instruments EDM-960

Pilot’s Guide
Engine Data Management
EDM-960
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J.P. INSTRUMENTS INC.
Information: P. O. Box 7033
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Factory: 3185-B Airway Ave.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 557-3805 Fax (714) 557-9840
www.jpinstruments.com
Printed in the United States of America Rev E 02-16

J.P. Instruments EDM-960 Specifications

General

Category	Avionics Display
Manufacturer	J.P. Instruments
Display Type	LCD
Resolution	640 x 480 pixels
Alerting	Visual and audible alerts
Data Logging	Yes
Data Inputs	RS-232
Certifications	FAA TSO
Operating Temperature	-20°C to +70°C

Summary

Section 1 - Getting Started

Important Note on RAD Installation

Critical note on RAD installation and verification for FAA certification.

Fuel Flow Computer Basics

Basics of fuel flow tracking and required refueling input.

Control Button Basics

Four operating buttons control EDM functions, labels change dynamically.

Display Screen Basics

Overview of screen layout: RPM/MAP, Scanner, and Linear Bar Graphs sections.

Section 2 - Interpreting Data

Operation for each Phase of Flight

Guidance for engine run-up, take-off, cruise, and descent.

Typical Normal Measurements

Chart of typical measurement values and ranges for aircraft engines.

Engine Diagnosis Chart

Chart for diagnosing engine problems based on display symptoms and causes.

Section 3 - Displays and Controls

Control Buttons

Details on the four front panel operating buttons and their functions.

Hobbs Display

Procedure for accessing Hobbs time readings.

Dimming the Display

Manual adjustment of display brightness.

Section 4 - Operating Modes

Automatic Mode

How to activate and use Automatic Scanner Mode.

Manual Mode

How to activate and use Manual Mode to lock onto specific measurements.

Section 5 - LeanFind

LeanFind Procedure Overview

General explanation of LeanFind, pre-leaning, and mode activation.

Rich of Peak Leaning Process

Detailed steps for Rich of Peak detection and mixture finalization.

Lean of Peak Leaning Process

Detailed steps for Lean of Peak detection and mixture finalization.

Expanded Leaning Procedures

Procedures for Lean of Peak and leaning turbocharged engines.

Section 6 - Fuel Flow Operation

Fuel Management

Importance of accurate fuel flow measurement and EDM fuel flow option.

Start Up Fuel

Procedure for entering fuel added upon startup.

Section 7 - Alarms

Non-primary Alarm Priority

Describes the priority order for non-primary alarms.

Section 8 - Memory and Data Download

Downloading Data from the EDM

Steps to download recorded data to a USB flash drive.

Transferring Data from USB Flash Drive to PC

How to view downloaded data using PC software.

Section 9 - First Time Setup and Customization

Pilot Programming Mode

How to enter and navigate pilot programming mode for initial setup.

Fuel Level Calibration

Essential calibration process for the fuel level feature.

Section 10 - Custom Key Card

Section 11 - Setting Fuel Calibration Points

Collecting Fuel Level Calibration Data

Capturing sender readings at calibration points using EDM as meter.

Entering Fuel Level Calibration Data

Entering and editing fuel level calibration data in the Fuel Table Editor.

Section 12 - Appendices

Shock Cooling

Importance of avoiding rapid cylinder cooling to prevent damage.

Navigation Data Formats

Supported GPS data formats for EDM input.

Navigation Data Ports for GPS Comm

Interface connections for GPS models.

EDM Config Editor

Core Configuration Functions

Overview, disclaimer, editor start, and basic gauge management.

Gauge Settings and Limits

Configuring gauge range, alarm limits, color bands, and options.

Aircraft and System Settings

Modifying aircraft info, engine cylinders, fuel units, tank sizes, channels, and alarms.

Configuration Management

Restoring EDM to previous or factory default configurations.

Section 13 - Technical Support