Pilot’s Guide

Installation Manual

Experimental instrument limited to use in experimental aircraft.

Not approved for use in aircraft with FAA type certificates.
Patents 6,271,769 B1 and 6,940,425
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AF-5000 Series Post Installation Check

CAUTION: Do not fly the aircraft until the following check list has been completed.
Never Power the system with an automotive battery charger and the aircraft battery
disconnected.

Before Power is applied for the First Time

□ Screen mounted following the installation manual
□ Magnetometer mounted (Label up, connector forward, same angle as EFIS[Mag Only])
□ Screen case has been properly grounded using case screw
□ Wiring harness is properly connected to screen
□ Verify relay protection diodes are installed on all large aircraft relays (Master, Starter,
Avionics...etc)
□ Pitot/Static and AOA plumbing is secured to the correct ports on the screen
□ Trim Servo indication wires are connected per the installation manual wiring diagram

Applying Power for the First Time

□ Turn on aircraft battery power and power on the screens.
□ Verify the unit powers on; read the warning message where the I AGREE button
is displayed. This page contains the software version installed along with any
mapping effective/expiration dates.
□ Set the clock time-zone offset
□ Set the AHRS Pitch Adjust for your aircraft's panel tilt (0 to 7 degrees typically)
□ Following the installation manual, calibrate the Fuel Tanks
□ Following the installation manual, calibrate all trim and flap position sensors
□ Set the airspeed V speeds based on your aircraft manufacturers
recommendations.
□ Set all engine temperatures/limits based on your engine manufacturers
recommendations
□ Set fuel tank, fuel pressure, fuel pressure, oil temperature, and oil pressure warning
parameters
□ Configure your Serial Ports based on devices connected
□ Configure your GPS/NAV Settings based on Serial Port selection
□ Verify all GPS and NAV sources are properly communicating with the EFIS. See
Appendix J: 430W - EFIS - Autpilot - ARINC Troubleshooting guide if you have an
autopilot and/or a Garmin GNS-430W/530W.
□ AOA Post-Installation Pre-Flight Checklist Completed

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First Engine Start
□ With relay protection diodes installed, your AFS screen(s) can be turned on before the engine
is started.
□ After the engine has started, verify oil pressure and temperature. If none is indicated
SHUT DOWN the engine. Verify all wiring and consult your local A&P, the engine
manufacturer, and/or AFS technical support.
□ Verify all engine indications are correct per your engine manufacturers manual

Before First Flight

□ Verify you have the latest system software and mapping data (if applicable) - Visit the
AFS Website for latest software and map data.
□ Weight & Balance page updated with your aircrafts data
□ Checklist pages updated with information from your aircraft manufacturer
□ Magnetometer Alignment completed on all screens with an AHRS installed (See video on AFS
website Support Forum)
□ EFIS AOA Calibration Checklist completed
□ Pitot/Static check completed from an authorized FAA Repair Station.
□ EFIS and autopilot gains are set per the installation manual

In-Flight Configuration
□ Verify airspeed and altitude indicate correctly
□ Verify heading indicates correctly using a backup whiskey compass for reference
□ Test navigation sources and verify they function properly
□ If an autopilot is installed and coupled to the EFIS, check its functions

After First Flight

□ Calibrate Fuel Flow K-Factor (See Installation Manual)

AOA FLIGHT WARNING:

The EFIS may be shipped with AOA aircraft calibration data pre-installed. If you choose to use this
data, you must verify the validity of the data or calibrate the AOA to meet your specifications before
using. You must also read and understand the separate AOA manual before using the AOA
instrument in flight

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LIMITED WARRANTY / AGREEMENT

Advanced Flight Systems Inc. (“AFS”) warrants its aircraft monitoring system instrument and system components to be free
from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year commencing on the date of the first flight of the
instrument or one year after the invoice date, whichever comes first. AFS will repair or replace any instrument or system
components under the terms of this Warranty provided the item is returned to AFS prepaid.
This Warranty shall not apply to any unit or component that has been repaired or altered by any person other than AFS, or that has
been subjected to misuse, abuse, accident, incorrect wiring, or improper or unprofessional installation by any person. THIS
WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ANY REIMBURSEMENT FOR ANYONE'S TIME FOR INSTALLATION, REMOVAL, ASSEMBLY
OR REPAIR. AFS reserves the right to determine the reason or cause for warranty repair.
1. This Warranty does not extend to any engine, machine, aircraft, boat, vehicle or any other device to which the AFS monitoring
system may be connected, attached, or used with in any way.

2. THE REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO THE PURCHASER ARE LIMITED TO REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE
PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF AFS. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SUCH AS
DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE OR AIRCRAFT, ARE NOT COVERED, AND ARE EXCLUDED. DAMAGES FOR PHYSICAL
INJURY TO PERSON OR PROPERTY ARE NOT COVERED, AND ARE EXCLUDED.

3. AFS is not liable for expenses incurred by the customer or installer due to AFS updates, modifications, improvements,
upgrades, changes, notices or alterations to the product.

4. The pilot must understand the operation of this product before flying the aircraft. Do not allow anyone to operate the
aircraft that does not understand the operation of the monitoring system. Keep the operating manual in the aircraft at all
times.

5. AFS is not responsible for shipping charges or damages incurred during shipment.

6. No one is authorized to assume any other or additional liability for AFS in connection with the sale of AFS products.

7. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ACCEPT THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY, YOU MAY RETURN THE PRODUCT
FOR A FULL REFUND. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ACCEPT THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY, DO NOT
INSTALL THE PRODUCT.

8. This warranty is made only to the original purchaser and is not transferable. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES OR OBLIGATIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ORAL OR WRITTEN. AFS EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
THE PURCHASER AGREES THAT IN NO EVENT SHALL AFS BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING DAMAGES TO THE ENGINE OR AIRCRAFT, LOST PROFITS, LOSS OF
USE, OR OTHER ECONOMIC LOSS. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, AFS DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER
LIABILITY TO THE PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR
PERFORMANCE OF AFS' PRODUCTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO STRICT PRODUCTS LIABILITY IN
TORT.

IMPORTANT PRE-INSTALLATION NOTICE

Before installing the monitoring system, READ THE LIMITED WARRANTY / AGREEMENT. There is information in
the Limited Warranty / Agreement that may alter your decision to install this product. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT THE
TERMS OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY / AGREEMENT DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT. The product may be
returned for a refund if you do not accept the terms of the Limited Warranty / Agreement.

Before starting the installation, make sure that your planned installation will not interfere with the operation of any
controls. The installer should use current aircraft standards and practices to install this product. Refer to AC 43.13-
2A, Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Alterations and AC 43.13-1B, Acceptable Methods,
Techniques, and Practices--Aircraft Inspection and Repair.

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Table of Contents
AF-5000 Series Post Installation Check_________________________________________________ 3
LIMITED WARRANTY / AGREEMENT __________________________________________________ 5
INTRODUCTION __________________________________________________________________ 13
SYSTEM OPERATION ______________________________________________________________ 14
Powering On / Off ............................................................................................................................... 14
Screen Dimming .......................................................................................................................................................... 15
Screen Hardware Reboot ..................................................................................................................... 15
EFIS Flight Display ............................................................................................................................... 16
Screen Selection .......................................................................................................................................................... 16
EFIS Button Options..................................................................................................................................................... 18
ENGINE Button Options............................................................................................................................................... 18
MAP Button Options ................................................................................................................................................... 19
AF-5400 Interface ........................................................................................................................................................ 20
Touch Screen ............................................................................................................................................................... 22
Altitude ........................................................................................................................................................................ 23
Barometric Pressure/Altitude ..................................................................................................................................... 23
Airspeed ...................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Horizon Roll and Pitch ................................................................................................................................................. 23
Heading – EFIS DG ....................................................................................................................................................... 23
Skid/Slip Ball (Inclinometer) ........................................................................................................................................ 24
Standard Rate Turn Indicator ...................................................................................................................................... 24
Vertical Speed.............................................................................................................................................................. 24
G-Meter ....................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Flight Path Marker ....................................................................................................................................................... 25
EFIS Bugs (Airspeed, Altitude, Minimum Alt, Heading) ............................................................................................... 25
Clock/Timer Operation ................................................................................................................................................ 27
Angle of Attack (AOA) .................................................................................................................................................. 28
EFIS AOA CALIBRATION CHECK LIST ............................................................................................................................ 29
Analog Instrument Page .............................................................................................................................................. 30
Synthetic Vision................................................................................................................................... 31
Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS) ........................................................................................................ 31
Highway in the Sky (HITS) ............................................................................................................................................ 33
EFIS Navigation (HSI) ........................................................................................................................... 35
GPS Navigation Display................................................................................................................................................ 37
VOR Navigation Display ............................................................................................................................................... 39
Autopilot Control / Flight Director .............................................................................................................................. 41
Autopilot / Flight Director Control Settings................................................................................................................. 43
ABOUT Page ........................................................................................................................................ 47
SYSTEM Information .................................................................................................................................................... 47
MAP Information ......................................................................................................................................................... 48
WX Information ........................................................................................................................................................... 49
Radio / Transponder / Audio Panel Controls ........................................................................................ 50
Comm Radio Control ................................................................................................................................................... 52
Transponder Control ................................................................................................................................................... 54
Remote Audio Panel Control ....................................................................................................................................... 56
Moving Map Display ............................................................................................................................ 57
Map Features .............................................................................................................................................................. 58
Map Data Source ......................................................................................................................................................... 58
 Private Airports ........................................................................................................................................................... 58
Intersections ................................................................................................................................................................ 58
Zoom Range ................................................................................................................................................................. 59
Map Panning / Pointer ................................................................................................................................................ 59
Nearest Airport ............................................................................................................................................................ 60
Direct To Navigation .................................................................................................................................................... 60
EMERGENCY Airport Button ........................................................................................................................................ 61
Airport Info .................................................................................................................................................................. 62
Airspace ....................................................................................................................................................................... 62
North Up/Track Up Mode............................................................................................................................................ 62
Map Database Files ..................................................................................................................................................... 63
Chart Data Subscription............................................................................................................................................... 64
Upgrading to High Resolution Terrain ......................................................................................................................... 65
Wi-Fi Adaptor ...................................................................................................................................... 67
ForeFlight Flight Plans ................................................................................................................................................. 67
Connecting AF-5000 to ForeFlight ............................................................................................................................... 67
Send and Receive Flight Plans with ForeFlight ............................................................................................................ 68
Selecting Charts ................................................................................................................................... 70
VFR Sectional ...................................................................................................................................... 71
IFR Low Altitude Chart ......................................................................................................................... 72
Airport Diagrams ................................................................................................................................. 72
IFR Approach Plates............................................................................................................................. 73
Flight Planning..................................................................................................................................... 74
Creating a Flight Plan ................................................................................................................................................... 74
Activating the Flight Plan ............................................................................................................................................. 74
Direct-To ...................................................................................................................................................................... 75
Fly-Leg ......................................................................................................................................................................... 75
Suspending a Flight Plan .............................................................................................................................................. 75
Vertical Navigation using the internal Flight Plan ....................................................................................................... 75
Logbook Interface................................................................................................................................ 76
Synthetic Appraoch ............................................................................................................................. 77
Traffic Display ..................................................................................................................................... 78
Zaon XRX...................................................................................................................................................................... 78
Garmin GTX-330 .......................................................................................................................................................... 79
Garmin GTS-8xx TCAS System ..................................................................................................................................... 79
Weather Display .................................................................................................................................. 80
ADS-B Weather ............................................................................................................................................................ 84
Engine Monitor Display ....................................................................................................................... 85
Fuel Computer ............................................................................................................................................................. 85
Fuel Computer Modes ................................................................................................................................................. 86
% Power Display .......................................................................................................................................................... 88
EGT/CHT Display Modes .............................................................................................................................................. 90
Flight Times ................................................................................................................................................................. 90
Checklists ............................................................................................................................................ 91
Maintenance Log ......................................................................................................................................................... 93
Weight & Balance Screen ............................................................................................................................................ 94
Flight Data Logs ................................................................................................................................... 95
Importing Flight Data to Excel ..................................................................................................................................... 95

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System Overview and Planning ............................................................................................................ 96
EFIS Screen Rear Connections ............................................................................................................ 100
Mechanical Mounting ........................................................................................................................ 101
AF-5800 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 101
AF-5600 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 102
AF-5500 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 102
72200 Advanced-SV ADAHRS-200/201 ............................................................................................... 104
Advanced-SV Network Wiring ................................................................................................................................... 106
ADAHRS-200/201 Magnetic Heading Calibration ...................................................................................................... 108
Remote AHRS / Magnetometer.......................................................................................................... 109
Magnetometer Installation P/N: 8350-0480 ............................................................................................................. 109
AHRS/Magnetometer Installation P/N: 72010 .......................................................................................................... 109
P/N: 72010 Magnetometer Alignment ...................................................................................................................... 111
EFIS Outside Air Temperature Transducer Installation ............................................................................................. 112
Alarm Output .................................................................................................................................... 112
Electrical Connections........................................................................................................................ 113
EFIS Backup Battery Wiring ....................................................................................................................................... 115
Audio Connections ............................................................................................................................ 118
Volume Adjustment .................................................................................................................................................. 118
Screen Communication Settings (AHRS, AirData, EMS) ....................................................................... 119
EFIS Serial Port Connections............................................................................................................... 121
Serial Port Planning ................................................................................................................................................... 121
Serial Port # Function Hardware Setup ..................................................................................................................... 122
GPS/NAV # Data Source Software Setup ................................................................................................................... 123
EFIS Serial Port Configuration Examples ............................................................................................. 124
External Device Configuration ............................................................................................................ 127
71410 SV-ARINC 429 ADAPTOR ................................................................................................................................. 127
71400 AF-ARINC 429 ADAPTOR ................................................................................................................................. 131
AF-Pilot Autopilot ...................................................................................................................................................... 134
CO Guardian Display .................................................................................................................................................. 136
74125 AF-Intercom .................................................................................................................................................... 137
74122 AF-Com Radio ................................................................................................................................................. 146
P/N: 71426 AF-AUDIO Panel PAC-15 ......................................................................................................................... 159
P/N: 73102 AF-GPS Antenna Module ........................................................................................................................ 160
Garmin 430W/530W ................................................................................................................................................. 163
Garmin GTN650/750 ................................................................................................................................................. 164
Garmin SL-30 ............................................................................................................................................................. 166
Garmin SL-40 ............................................................................................................................................................. 166
Garmin GNC-255 ....................................................................................................................................................... 169
Garmin GTR-225 ........................................................................................................................................................ 169
Garmin 396/496 ........................................................................................................................................................ 170
P/N: 74109 Dynon/AFS SV-261 Transponder ............................................................................................................ 171
Garmin GTX 327 / GTX 330 Transponder .................................................................................................................. 182
Sandia STX 165R Transponder ................................................................................................................................... 182
P/N: 73140 Wi-Fi Module .......................................................................................................................................... 183
P/N: 74112 AF-ADSB Receiver ................................................................................................................................... 185
FreeFlight XPLORER ADS-B Receiver.......................................................................................................................... 194
NavWorx ADS-B ......................................................................................................................................................... 196
WX-500 Stormscope .................................................................................................................................................. 199

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Engine Sensor Installation ________________________________________________________ 200
Lycoming/Continental ....................................................................................................................... 200
EGT Clamp Installation .............................................................................................................................................. 200
RPM Sensor Installation ............................................................................................................................................ 201
P/N: 71420L RPM Interface Board ............................................................................................................................ 202
Oil Temperature Sensor Installation ......................................................................................................................... 203
TIT Probes .................................................................................................................................................................. 204
Rotax Engines .................................................................................................................................... 205
CHT Probes ................................................................................................................................................................ 205
EGT Probes ................................................................................................................................................................ 206
RPM ........................................................................................................................................................................... 206
Rotax Oil Pressure ..................................................................................................................................................... 207
Fuel Flow ................................................................................................................................................................... 209
Rotax Fuel Pressure ................................................................................................................................................... 210
JABIRU .............................................................................................................................................. 213
CHT Sensor ................................................................................................................................................................ 213
Diemech Turbine ............................................................................................................................... 214
Amp Transducer Installation .............................................................................................................. 215
Pressure Transducer Installation ........................................................................................................ 216
Oil Pressure Transducer Installation.......................................................................................................................... 216
Fuel Pressure Transducer Installation ....................................................................................................................... 216
VDO Pressure Sensors ............................................................................................................................................... 218
Fuel Flow Transducer Installation....................................................................................................... 219
Fuel Flow Calibration ................................................................................................................................................. 220
Manifold Pressure Transducer Installation ......................................................................................... 221
Fuel Tank Level Sensor....................................................................................................................... 222
Float Type .................................................................................................................................................................. 222
Capacitance Type ...................................................................................................................................................... 222
P/N: 51105 Van’s Capacitance Tank Adaptor ........................................................................................................... 222
Trim & Flap Position Installation ........................................................................................................ 223
Coolant Temp .................................................................................................................................... 224
Airplane Map Icon Image _________________________________________________________ 225
Vendor Logo Splash Screen ________________________________________________________ 226
Landing Gear Warning System _____________________________________________________ 227
Landing Advisory Mode ............................................................................................................................................. 227

Instrument Calibration ___________________________________________________________ 231

Advanced-SV Network Configuration ................................................................................................. 232
Scanning for Network Devices................................................................................................................................... 232
Updating Network Devices ........................................................................................................................................ 233
Configuring ADAHRS 200 and 201 ............................................................................................................................. 233
Engine Gauge Color Bands ................................................................................................................. 234
Airspeed Color Range Settings ........................................................................................................... 235
Altimeter Check................................................................................................................................. 235
RPM Calibration ................................................................................................................................ 236
Fuel Tank Calibration ......................................................................................................................... 237

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 Trim/Flap Calibration ........................................................................................................................ 241
Test Audio ......................................................................................................................................... 241
Switch Inputs .................................................................................................................................... 242
Administrative Settings___________________________________________________________ 243
System Files ............................................................................................................................................................... 243
Multiple Screen Setup ............................................................................................................................................... 244
Dual AHRS Configuration ........................................................................................................................................... 244

APPENDIX A: Specifications _______________________________________________________ 246

Screen Part Numbers................................................................................................................................................. 246
Physical ...................................................................................................................................................................... 246
Power Requirements ................................................................................................................................................. 246
ARINC Adapter .................................................................................................................................. 248
APPENDIX C: Electrical Connections _________________________________________________ 249
Advanced SV Network Wiring ............................................................................................................ 251
P/N: 53625 EFIS Expansion Network Harness ..................................................................................... 253
APPENDIX D: Metric Units ________________________________________________________ 254
APPENDIX E: AF-5000 Software Updates _____________________________________________ 255
APPENDIX F: Database Updates ___________________________________________________ 257
Seattle Avionics Dynon Skyview Data ................................................................................................. 257
Map Nav Data ................................................................................................................................... 258
AFS Nav Data ............................................................................................................................................................. 258
Worldwide Jeppesen Data Files ................................................................................................................................ 259
Pocket FMS Map Data Files ....................................................................................................................................... 262
Approach Plates, VFR Sectional, IFR Low Maps, Flight Guide Airport Diagrams .................................... 265
APPENDIX G: EFIS Activation Keys __________________________________________________ 267
APPENDIX H: Eagle EMS Interface __________________________________________________ 269
APPENDIX I: AOA Pressure Port Location _____________________________________________ 270
APPENDIX J: Troubleshooting _____________________________________________________ 271
GTN650 to EFIS Interface Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 272
GNS-430W/530W - EFIS - Autopilot - ARINC Interface Troubleshooting ................................................................. 278

APPENDIX K: Vertical Power VP-X Interface __________________________________________ 283

Electrical System Status Page ............................................................................................................. 283
VPX Interface Configuration............................................................................................................... 284
APPENDIX L: Flight Director/AF-Pilot Procedures flying an Approach ______________________ 286
Flying an LPV Approach ............................................................................................................................................. 286
Flying an ILS Approach............................................................................................................................................... 290

APPENDIX M: Schematics _________________________________________________________ 291

P/N: 73102 AF-GPS Antenna Module ................................................................................................. 291
P/N: 73101 AF-GPS Garmin 18 (**old unit, replaced with 73102) ........................................................ 292
P/N: 53600 EFIS Main Harness ........................................................................................................... 293
P/N:538XX CHT/EGT Harnesss............................................................................................................ 294
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 P/N:53900 Engine Sensor Harness...................................................................................................... 296
AF-5000, GTN-650, 74109 Trans, AF-Pilot ........................................................................................... 297
AF-5000v7, 74112 ADSB, 74109 Trans, AF-Pilot, AF-GPS ...................................................................... 298
AF-5000, Navworx ADSB, GTX-330, 430W, AF-Pilot ............................................................................. 299
AF-5000, VPX Pro, GTX-430W, AF-Pilot ............................................................................................... 300
AF-Pilot Mechanical ........................................................................................................................... 301
Connector Filters ............................................................................................................................... 301
Registration Information _________________________________________________________ 302

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 MANUAL REVISION HISTORY

REVISION DATE DESCRIPTION

2.0 1/6/2012 Updates
2.1 2/1/2012 Updated Schematics, Software Updates, Map data
2.2 2/2/2012 Audio, GTN650
2.3 2/7/2012 Landing Gear, ARINC Schematics, Rotax Wiring
2.4 4/1/2012 New VFR & IFR Low Chart Format, Serial Schematics
2.5 6/20/2012 Landing Gear Warning, Remote AHRS, GTN650
VFR Sectionals, IFR Low, Radio, Transponder, Airplane Icon
2.6 8/7/2012 Vendor Logo
2.7 12/12/2012 Kavlico Pressure Sensors
2.8 3/15/2012 Trig Transponder, Free Flight ADSB, AF-5800
2.9 3/20/13 Radio and Transponder controls, PocketFMS
2.10 7/11/2013 Added P/N: 72102 GPS Module
2.11 8/23/13 CHT/EGT Wiring, Coolant Temp
2.12 8/28/13 GTN650 Interface Trouble Shooting
2.14 9/7/13 Added AFS ADS-B Install , New GTN650 Configuration
2.15 9/20/13 Updated fuel tank calibration procedure, Added Install Info
2.16 10/1/13 Advanced Skyview Network Connections
2.17 11/20/13 Fixed SD card name in data files, Advanced-SV ADAHRS
2.20 1/9/2014 Support for Advanced-SV Network Components
2.21 2/1/2014 Fixed ADAHRS P/N Typo, Updated Example Schematics, MAG
2.22 2/4/2014 Updated Rotax Sensor Connections
3.0 9/12/2014 AF-5400T, Logbook, Touch Interface
3.1 9/30/2014 Formatting Changes, Serial #0 in Electrical Connections
3.2 3/2/2015 New TCW Backup Battery, WiFi
4.0 4/1/2015 Dynon Charts, Dynon Autopilot, AP Touch Menu

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INTRODUCTION

Advanced Flight Systems Inc. manufactures different size AF-5000 Series Displays. The AF-5400 and AF-5500 use an
8.4” display. The AF-5600 uses a 10.4" display and the AF-5800 a 12.1" display. The AF-5400 fits in the same mounting
cut-out as the AF-3500/4500 EFIS making it extremely easy for those wanting to upgrade. All models are high resolution
LED backlit screens that provide the high intensity brightness during the day and a very low intensity brightness at night.
All AF-5000 Series Displays can optionally be
equipped with a Touch Screen option that adds
flexibility, capability, and a more intuitive user
experience. Synthetic Vision is a standard feature
on the AF-5000 Series.

Options include: Mapping, AOA, Autopilot, backup

GPS, ARINC adapter, ADS-B Traffic & Weather
receiver, and an XM Weather receiver.
Several configurations are available for each
display. Each display has four (4) serial ports used
for interfacing to external devices, SD Card Slot,
two (2) USB ports, and an Ethernet port. With no
other "boards" a display is considered a Multi-
Function Display (MFD).
An Attitude & Heading Reference System (AHRS)
board can be added to any display and includes a
Pitot/Static input, and remote Magnetometer for
compass information. The AHRS board provides all
six-pack gauges in electronic form on the EFIS display. The primary name for such a configuration is an EFIS (Electronic
Flight Information System).
An Engine Board can be added to a display which provides the interface to all engine sensors and EGT/CHT probes. The
primary name for this configuration is an Engine Monitor.
A third configuration would be to have both an AHRS board and an Engine board installed in a display. This configuration
is the most popular for a single screen system and is called an EFIS/Engine Monitor.

Multiple systems can be easily connected to share all data between screens. Install an EFIS and an Engine
Monitor screen and both screens will have the ability to display flight and engine instruments.

WARNING
It is possible for any instrument to fail and display inaccurate readings. Therefore, the pilot must be able to recognize an instrument failure
and must be proficient in operating the aircraft safely in spite of an instrument failure. Contact the FAA or a local flight instructor if training
is desired to be proficient. The ability for this product to detect a problem is directly related to the pilot’s ability to program proper limits and
the pilot’s interpretation and observation skills. The pilot must understand the operation of this product before flying the aircraft. Do not
allow anyone to operate the aircraft that does not know the operation of this product. A copy of this manual must be kept in the aircraft at
all times.

Visual and Aural Warnings

NOTE: The system is designed to remove a gauge needle from the screen if a transducer is disconnected.
Each gauge can have an upper and lower caution and warning limit. If a gauge is in the caution area the needle will turn
yellow. If a gauge is in the warning area the needle will turn red.
If the engine RPM is greater than 500rpm and a gauge is in the warning area the gauge name will be displayed in the info
strip on the screen in red and an audible warning will generated. For example if the oil pressure is low, the “Check Oil
Pressure” warning should sound, this will repeat every 5 seconds until the gauge is no longer in the warning area or [ACK]
(button 12) is pressed to acknowledge the error and stop the audible warning for that gauge.
The system will give the audible warning “Check Fuel Computer” on startup if the fuel computer’s gallons remaining value
does not match the fuel tanks level. This feature (if turned on in Instrument Calibration) should warn if fuel is added and
the fuel computer is not adjusted. The number of gallons that will generate an error is adjusted in Instrument Calibrate.
Since the fuel levels are NOT accurate when the tanks are near full this value is doubled when the tanks show full.

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SYSTEM OPERATION

Powering On / Off

Turning the Unit ON

The AF-5000 Series will turn on anytime power is applied to the main power input and will stay running as long
as there is power supplied. If power from the aircraft hot battery bus is connected to the backup power input,
the system can be turned on by pressing and holding button 1 (lower left button) for 2 seconds.

AHRS Alignment (Gyro)

When power is applied to the system the EFIS display will
have a large RED X while the AHRS in initializing.
The Aircraft should not be moved until the RED X disappears
from the Screen (Approximately 40-60 seconds).

If for any reason the RED X appears on the screen

the Horizon Attitude, Heading, and Slip display
MUST NOT BE RELIED ON FOR PRIMARY NAVIGATION.

Turning the Unit OFF

The system will turn off when power is removed from the Main Power input. If main power is turned off and
backup power is still present, the system will start a 30-second countdown to power-off and display an on-
screen alert as long as there is no airspeed or RPM.
Pressing any button will bypass the countdown and the display will remain powered on. Care should be taken
not to run the aircraft battery down too low during extended periods on the ground.

Backup Power Operation

If the external battery or the aircraft hot battery bus is connected to the backup power input the unit will
continue to operate down to 8 Volts.

If external power is lost in-flight and the system is running on the backup battery, it is
imperative that the aircraft land immediately, before all power to the EFIS systems is lost.

There are many factors that can reduce battery life depending on the configuration of the display and what
external accessories are connected. For example, an EFIS/Engine Monitor will not last nearly as long as an
MFD.

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Battery Power Shutdown
The display can be turned off when on backup power by pressing [SET] (Button 18) and then holding [PWR
DWN] (Button 11). The unit will also turn off when on backup power if there is no airspeed or RPM for 5
minutes or if the system voltage gets critically low.

DO NOT ASSUME THE EFIS HAS ONE HOUR OF BATTERY LIFE.

NEVER TAKE-OFF USING BACKUP BATTERY POWER.

When the unit is running on backup power the battery voltage is displayed on the screen Info Strip

Screen Dimming
The screen can be dimmed by pressing [CHECK] and rotating the top knob labeled [DIM]

Screen Hardware Reboot

The display CPU can be rebooted by pressing and holding (Button 1) and (Knob 1) for 40 seconds. This causes the
internal hardware to reboot and reinitialize the system. This should only be required if the EFIS failed to load the
software.

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EFIS Flight Display

Screen Selection
The first three buttons on the screen bottom row [EFIS], [ENGINE], [MAP] control what is displayed on the EFIS screen.
There are additional options available for each item that pop up when the button is pressed. The button layout is
configured so that a double press of the button always changes the item from (OFF to ON) or (ON to OFF) for simplified
operation.
Depending on what you have selected to display any of the (EFIS, ENGINE, MAP) displays can be one third, half ,or full
screen.

If the EFIS Horizon has been turned off double pressing Button 1 should turn it ON.

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Screen Selection using Touch Gestures
A single finger touch and drag with longer than 1 inch of travel will cause the screen to change views as described
below:
A single finger swipe in the downward direction will cause a screen in full engine view to minimize to half engine view. A
screen in half engine view will change to no engine view.

A single finger swipe in the upward direction will cause a screen in full EFIS view to bring up half engine view. A screen
in half engine view will change to full engine view.

A single finger swipe in the left direction will cause a screen in full EFIS view to bring up half map view. A screen in half
map view will change to full map view.

A single finger swipe in the right direction will cause a screen in full map view to bring up half EFIS view. A screen in half
EFIS view will change to full EFIS view.

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EFIS Button Options
[OFF] Turns the EFIS Horizon OFF
[ANALOG] Turns the EFIS Analog 6 Pack display ON
[EFIS] Turns the EFIS Horizon ON
[OAT F/C] Selects Outside temperature display to Fahrenheit or Celsius
[FD ON/OFF] Turns the Flight Director ON or OFF
[HITS ON/OFF] Turns the Highway In The Sky ON or OFF
[AOA ON/OFF/DCL] Turns the AOA display to always ON, always OFF, or Declutter mode
[AOA SND] Turns the AOA Warning Audio ON or OFF
[PITCH ADJ] Selects EFIS Horizon pitch adjust setting to compensate for panel tilt.

ENGINE Button Options

[ENGINE] Turns the ENGINE display ON
[OFF] Turns the ENGINE display OFF
[OAT F/C] Selects Outside temperature display to Fahrenheit or Celsius
[PEAK] Selects EGT Peak detect Mode
[FILL MAINS] Sets the Fuel Computer Main Tanks to Full
[FILL ALL] Sets the Fuel Computer Main & AUX Tanks to Full
[FC MODE] Select the Fuel Computer display mode (HRS REM, NM/GAL, SM/GAL, GREM AT, GREQ TO, GAL
USED, GAL REM)
[FC ADJ] Let’s you adjust the Fuel Computer quantity using the joystick knob. Turn the knob to select amount to
change and then press the knob to set.

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MAP Button Options
[AIRPORT] Displays the Flight Guide Airport Diagram (Requires optional data subscription)
[AP PLT] Displays the Approach Plate (Requires optional data subscription)
[OFF] Turns the MAP display OFF
[MAP] Displays the standard MAP screen
[SECTION] Display the VFR Sectional (Requires optional data subscription)
[IFR LOW] Display the IFR Low Altitude Chart (Requires optional data subscription)

[SOURCE] Selects the GPS Map source

[TRK/NRTH] Select Track or North up display mode for the map.
[WX] Selects the Weather display menu

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AF-5400 Interface
The 5400 Interface is very similar to the standard AF-5000 series. All AF-5400 displays are equipped with a touch
screen interface to allow for equal functionality with fewer buttons and knobs. The right side button tags are all touch
controlled, as is the keyboard for data input. The display recognizes the same swipe, pinch, and drag motions through
the touch screen.
Screen Selection
Screen Selection is done through touch screen gestures. A single figure drag motion will turn on or off different displays
in the same manner as touch screen equipped AF-5000 EFIS. (See Screen Selection Using Touch Gestures)

Touch Keys
To retain the functionality of an 11 button keyboard the AF-5400 uses touch keys for data input.
For example, to adjust the Barometric Pressure (BARO):
1. Tap the BARO readout tag (Directly below the altitude tape).
2. The touch keyboard will be displayed, input the new barometric pressure
3. Press [ENT] (Far right on the touch keyboard) to enter the new barometric pressure.

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Changing Knob Function (Baro, ALT, Zoom…)
1. Press Knob
2. Twist knob to scroll through Menus
3. Press Knob again to set new function

Access the [SET] Menus/Calibration Page on 5400 Display

1. Tap [SET]
2. The SET categories (EFIS, ENGINE…) will be displayed across the buttons.
3. There are more categories (CAL, LOGS…) which can be paged through by twisting the left knob.

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Touch Screen
Touch Screen equipped displays provide a multitude of interface control and input options for nearly every display function. User
interface gains simplicity and ease of use through taps, swipes, drags and pinches.

Areas boxed in yellow recognize a tap input to adjust parameters and as a shortcut to menus. For instance, a tap of the Transponder
Status tab in the top left will bring up the transponder control page. Further descriptions of touch screen interface can be found in the
section relative to their task (i.e. Map Panning / Pointer Control will be in the Map Panning / Pointer section of the manual).
Altitude
The altitude tape gives a visual representation of altitude. The digital readout points to current
altitude, thousands of feet are displayed using large numbers while hundreds of feet are
displayed using smaller numbers. The green chevrons are located at 1000’ intervals for IFR
cruising altitudes and the white chevrons are located at 500’ indicating VFR cruising altitudes.
Above the tape are two boxes showing the value of the two altitude bugs. The main ALT bug is
for the Flight Director altitude pre-select. It's altitude is shown in the upper box. The lower box
displays altitude for the MIN ALT bug which is used to program a DH/MDA for an IFR approach.

Barometric Pressure/Altitude
The current barometer setting is displayed in the box below the altitude tape. The
value is shown in either inches of Mercury or millibars. The current barometer setting
can be adjusted by turning the joystick anytime the BARO function is active. If
BARO is not active, press the button above the joystick to make BARO the active
function. The current field elevation is stored in memory so that the altitude should be
correct after a power cycle.

Airspeed
The airspeed is displayed on the left side of the screen using an analog 4 color tape and digital
readout. The airspeed range marks can be adjusted in Instrument Calibration under Airspeed. The
airspeed units are displayed in both the upper Indicated Airspeed box and the lower True Airspeed
box. A barber pole style hash will automatically show above Vne. GPS derived Ground Speed is
also given below the TAS readout.

Horizon Roll and Pitch

The horizon (roll and pitch) works the same way that a traditional artificial horizon works. The white zero pitch
line stays parallel to the actual horizon regardless of the aircrafts
pitch and roll configuration. The zero pitch line is not always on the
horizon. If the display is showing terrain above the zero-pitch line,
the aircraft is below the upcoming terrain.
The parallel lines above and below the horizon line are the pitch
indicator lines. Similarly the arrow rotating around the roll indicator
gives visual representation of the current roll angle. Each mark
represents 10 degrees of roll with longer marks at 0, 30, 45, and
60. The pitch line can be adjusted for level flight from the main EFIS
page by pressing the following buttons [SET] -> [AHRS] -> [PTCH
ADJ] or [EFIS] -> [PTCH ADJ]. The joystick is then used to adjust
for level flight pitch.

Heading – EFIS DG
This heading is displayed like a standard slaved directional gyro. The digital readout in the pointer shows
the current heading. If the EFIS DG is red, the heading should not be relied on and the magnetometer
wiring should be checked.

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Skid/Slip Ball (Inclinometer)
The skid/slip ball works like any standard mechanical gauge. If the ball is within the black lines, the aircraft is in
coordinated flight. The ball on the outside of a turn indicates a skid, while the ball on the inside of a turn
indicates a slip.

Standard Rate Turn Indicator

The required bank angle for a standard rate turn is indicated by a white triangle on the
roll scale. If the yellow bank angle pointer is aligned with one of the white triangles a
180º turn will be completed in 1 minute. The required bank angle will change with
airspeed and the triangles will disappear below 30 kts.

Vertical Speed
The vertical speed is displayed using a green bar located on the right side of
the altimeter tape. The bar will increase upward for climbing flight and
increase downward for descending flight. The digital vertical speed will be
displayed on the top of the gauge along with an arrow that shows climbing
or descending.

G-Meter
The G-Meter is located to the left of the Airspeed tape. The current G loading will be displayed with
a green bar. The G-Meter options are selected from the following menu:
[SET] -> [EFIS] -> [G METER]

Turn the G Meter On/Off

Reset the G Meter
The G Meter is limited to +/- 5 G’s and will record the maximum and minimum G’s that
the aircraft has seen since the last time the Reset button was pressed with a green
marker on the scale.

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Flight Path Marker
The green flight path marker (FPM) or velocity vector shows where the aircraft is
actually moving. Think of it as a visual representation of GPS Track. The green target
will only be centered under steady state flight conditions with no wind. Usually the target
will be moving around the display showing where the airplane is going, not where the
nose is pointed. If there is a strong cross wind from the left the FPM will move to the
right. If the FPM is kept on the horizon line, the aircraft will maintain level flight, even
during steep turns. The FPM requires a valid GPS signal be present and Synthetic
Vision enabled. The FPM will be red if there is no GPS signal or there is not enough
room on the screen to show the FPM deviation.
The FPM can be turned ON/OFF by pressing [EFIS] -> [TARGET]

EFIS Bugs (Airspeed, Altitude, Minimum Alt, Heading)

Altitude Bug
The Altitude Bug can be turned on and off from the [SET] -> [EFIS] -> [ALT BUG] menu. If the
Altitude Bug is on and the text over the knob is ALT the knob will set the desired altitude bug
location. If the text is not ALT, should press the knob button until it appears. Holding the knob down
for two seconds will sync the altitude bug to the current altitude. The box on the top of the altitude
tape shows the current bug location and will have a black background when selected.
Altitude Alerting
The Altitude Alerting function provides visual and voice “ALTITUDE” alerts when approaching the Altitude Bug.

• Upon passing through 1000 feet of the Selected Altitude, the Altitude Bug changes from White to Yellow

• When the aircraft passes within 200 ft of the Selected Altitude, the Altitude Bug changes from Yellow to
Cyan, and the voice alert “ALTITUDE” is generated.

• After reaching the Selected Altitude the pilot flies outside of the deviation band (±200 feet of the Altitude
Bug), the Altitude Bug changes from Cyan to Yellow, and the voice alert “ALTITUDE” is generated.

Altitude > 1000’ of Bug 1000’ > Altitude > 200’ of Bug
Altitude < 200’ of Bug

Minimum Descent Altitude/Decision Height Bug

A barometric Minimum Descent Altitude Bug (MDA, or Decision Height, DH) is displayed whenever the
altitude bug is turned on. The MINS bug can be changed by pressing [SET] -> [MINS]. Holding the knob
down for two seconds will sync the bug to the current altitude. The second box on the top of the altitude tape
shows the current bug location and will have a black background when selected.

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MDA/DH Alerting
The MDA Alerting function provides visual and voice “MINIMUMS” alerts when approaching the Bug.

• Upon passing through 100 feet of the Selected Altitude, the Bug changes from Cyan to White.

• After reaching the Selected Altitude the Bug changes from White to Yellow, and the voice alert
“MINIMUMS” is generated.

Altitude > 100’ of MDA Bug 100’ > Altitude > MDA Bug Altitude < MDA Bug “MIMIMUMS”

Airspeed Bug
The Airspeed Bug can be turned on and off from the [SET] -> [EFIS] -> [IAS BUG]
menu. If the Airspeed Bug is on, it can be selected by pressing [SET] and rotating the
knob labeled [IAS]. will set the desired airspeed bug location. Holding the knob down for
two seconds will sync the airspeed bug to the current airspeed. The box on the top of the
airspeed tape shows the current bug location and will have a black background when
selected

Heading Bug
The Heading Bug can be turned on and off from the [SET] -> [EFIS] -> [HDG BUG] menu. If the
Heading Bug is on and selected, it can be rotated to adjust heading. Pressing the button above
the HDG knob will also bring up a numeric input on the lower row of buttons. Holding the knob
down for two seconds will sync the heading bug to the current magnetic heading. The text next to
the heading box shows the current bug location and will have a black background when selected.
Touch Screen equipped displays recognize a touch and drag of the Heading Bug.

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Clock/Timer Operation

The system time is automatically set by GPS. The unit will set Zulu time automatically when GPS
signal is acquired.

Clock Setting
Press the [TIMER] button to enter the date/time adjustment menu. Press the [OFFSET] button to enter
the Time Zone offset from UTC time (i.e. Pacific Standard Time is -7 UTC).
Clock Format can be changed to 12-hour, 24-hour or Zulu format in the TIMER menu by pressing
[CLK:12H], [CLK:24H], or [CLK:Z].

Timer Functions
The system has a count-down and count-up timer that is accessed by pressing the [TIMER] button in the
main menu. Once the timer is activated it is displayed on the upper left corner of the screen, under the
clock.
The timer value is adjusted with the knob and controlled using the buttons:
[ON/OFF] [UP/DOWN] [RESET] [START]
The Up or Down mode is displayed with an arrow on the screen. If Count Down mode is selected, the
joystick is rotated to set the starting time. The timer display will flash green when 0:00 is reached and the
voice alert “TIMER” will sound. The timer will also start counting in the negative, indicated elapsed time
expired. The RESET button acts differently based on Timer mode. In Count Down mode, the RESET
button will reset the time to the last programmed time. In Count Up mode, the RESET button will change
the timer to 0:00.
Dual Screen Clock Setting
The current time on another screen can be set by pressing the [NET SYNC] button from the timer menu
on the current display. When the [NET SYNC] button is pressed, the time is sent over the Ethernet
connection to the other screen and its clock is set to match the current screen.

Dual AHRS Monitoring

If a dual screen system with two AHRS units is used, they can be configured to monitor both AHRS units.
If a screen detects that there is an AHRS mismatch error in Roll, Pitch, or Heading an AHRS MISMATCH
error will be displayed on the center of the screen. See Dual AHRS configuration for proper setup.

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Angle of Attack (AOA)
See Appendix I: AOA Pressure Port Location
The EFIS can display an AOA if the optional AOA system is installed. An in-flight AOA calibration is
required before the AOA indication can be deemed reliable.
The AOA in-flight settings can be adjusted from following Menu:
[EFIS] -> [AOA ON/OFF/DECLUTTER]
Button 2 in the AOA menu controls the AOA display.
OFF The AOA display is always off
ON The AOA display is always on
DECLUTTER The AOA display will be on if the angle of attack is greater than the AOA declutter
segment in the EFIS AOA calibration menu. Testing has shown the ideal setting for
declutter is 8.
The segments are numbered using the following:
23 Warning - RED Only
16 Approach - Yellow lined up with the center of the donut
12 L/D Max - Split Green bar
6 Bottom Green Bar.

Flap Sensor

The AOA indicator can use either the flap position sensor for the screen or the supplied switch connected
to Input #3 on the main EFIS harness. The AOA "Use Flap Angle Sensor" (Found in the AOA menu in
Instrument Calibration) should be set to YES if the Position Sensor is installed. The sensor used is
typically a Ray Allen Co. POS-12 Linear Position Sensor.

4. AOA
13. Use Flap Angle Sensor YES/NO
16. Declutter Segment 8
AOA Display
The center round donut will be green when the flaps are down and black when they are up. For a
detailed explanation of the AOA system please refer to the separate AOA manual and the EFIS AOA
Calibration Checklist. The numbers below the display are degrees angle of attack in tenths. If the AOA is
properly calibrated, the following displays should be shown. As actual angle of attack increases the
display will lose bars.

L/D Max Approach Warning STALL

Best engine out glide Desired AOA for a Indicates the aircraft This should indicate
AOA. normal approach. is15% above stall upon reaching the
and an audible stalling AOA
“Angle Angle Push”
is heard.

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 EFIS AOA CALIBRATION CHECK LIST

EFIS AOA LANDING CONFIGURATION

CALIBRATION CALIBRATION
AIRCRAFT LOCATION .................... AIRBORNE
CHECK LIST FLAPS/GEAR .................... CONFIRMED DOWN
EFIS_cklst.doc 09/2014 rev 4
paper color Green EFIS AOA DISPLAY ON.................................. ON
AOA CAL Button ....................... PUSH/RELEASE
CONFIRM flap down calibrate page .............................1OL
POST INSTALLATION PRE FLIGHT ZERO “G” MANEUVER for 1/2 sec. ................... YES
Blow into Blue tube at CPU -------- Air exits Upper Wing Port
Blow into Green tube at CPU ------- Air exits lower Wing Port RECORD button ............................. PUSH/RELEASE
PITOT/STATIC LEAK TEST ------------------- COMPLETED CONFIRM flap down angle advisory page ...................... 1AA
AIRCRAFT LOG ---------------------------------------UPDATED AIRSPEED 1.15Vso descending slow flight ............... YES
AIRCRAFT CHECKLISTS ---------------------------UPDATED RECORD button ............................. PUSH/RELEASE
ANNUAL CONDITION C/L -------------------------UPDATED PAGE button ............................. 2x PUSH/RELEASE
CHAPTER IX TESTING ------------------------- COMPLETED
CONFIRM save data to non-volatile memory page .............. 1SA
HANGAR CALIBRATION RECORD button ............................. PUSH/RELEASE
YOU ARE NOW IN THE FLIGHT MODE
The only thing that is required for the EFIS AOA is
to check the flap switch.

FLAPS UP ..................... DONUT CHECKED OFF

FLAPS DOWN ............... DONUT CHECKED ON

FLIGHT TEST AOA

VERIFICATION C/L ------------------- COMPLETE
CRUISE CONFIGURATION CHAPTER X CALIBRATING-------- COMPLETE
CALIBRATION CHAPTER X FLIGHT TESTING --- COMPLETE
AIRCRAFT LOCATION..................... AIRBORNE -------------------------------------------------------------
FLAPS/GEAR........................... CONFIRMED UP
EFIS AOA DISPLAY ON ................................. ON FLY THE AIRPLANE & WATCH FOR TRAFFIC!
AF-5000 AOA Calibrate Menu
SET  EFIS  AOA CAL ........ PUSH/RELEASE The POST INSTALLATION and HANGAR CALIBRATION CHECK
LISTS must be completed prior to flight. The zero “G” maneuver requires
CONFIRM flap up calibrate page ................................ 0OL that all unsecured items be removed from the aircraft prior to flight. Two
ZERO “G” MANEUVER for 1/2 sec. ................... YES pilots are required during the calibration process and one will be assigned
RECORD button ............................ PUSH/RELEASE the task to fly the aircraft and nothing more. The flight calibration area will
be cleared for traffic and will be at a safe altitude with the IAS always within
CONFIRM flap up angle advisory page ......................... 0AA the green IAS band. Stalls are not required or desired!
AIRSPEED 1.15Vs1 descending slow flight ............... YES
Push button in for 1/2 second and then releasing the button is proper button
RECORD button ............................ PUSH/RELEASE technique.
PAGE button ............................ 2x PUSH/RELEASE
CONFIRM save data to non-volatile memory page .............. 0SA
RECORD button ............................. PUSH/RELEASE
YOU ARE NOW IN THE FLIGHT MODE
Analog Instrument Page
[EFIS]  [ANALOG]
AF-5400 [SET]  [EFIS]  [ANALOG]

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Synthetic Vision
Synthetic Vision (SVN) displays a forward looking perspective of the terrain ahead. This includes mountains,
rivers/waterways, obstacles and runways. The Synthetic Vision database requires current Map Data, found on
the AFS website. While the mapping option isn't necessary for SVN to work, the two share the same database.
Grid lines are displayed on the ground of SVN. They are 1 arc minute lines, meaning at the equator they are
1nm by 1nm squares. As the aircraft is positioned farther North or South of the equator, the East/West lines of
the grid are drawn closer together.
Note: Having synthetic vision changes the way the attitude indicator behaves; users will want to spend time flying with
SVN in visual conditions before attempting to fly in IMC.
The biggest change new SVN users will notice is the lack of a definite horizon like a standard attitude
indicator. Attitude indicators traditionally represent level flight when the miniature airplane is on the intersection
of the blue and brown shading. Since in real life the aircraft is not level with the horizon in level flight, a
synthetic zero pitch line has to be displayed over the primary flight display. This zero pitch line is shown as at
thin white line extending from the left side of the PFD page all the way to the far right side of the PFD page.

Ze ro Pitc h Line

SVN will show a maximum distance of

3nm ahead of the aircraft when on the
ground and achieves the maximum
possible distance of 50nm when at
1,800AGL and above.

Synthetic Vision Settings

Enable/Disable - [SET] -> [EFIS] -> [SVN] (Light blue highlight is on, dark blue is off)
Instrument Calibration: 35: Synthetic Vision
1. Synthetic Vision ON/OFF - Enables/Disables SVN (if the software key is installed)
2. Altitude Source - (AUTO, GPS ONLY, BARO ONLY) - Selects the altitude source for SVN. Default is AUTO.

Terrain Awareness and Warning

System (TAWS)
TAWS is a system designed to keep the
pilot alert of altitudes that could result in
Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT).
Terrain is shaded in yellow or red based
on the altitude of the aircraft and the
altitude of the terrain below. When the
distance between the aircraft and terrain
below becomes close enough to present
a conflict, the terrain is colored yellow or
red. TAWS is drawn in a 6nm square
around the aircraft. When enabled,
TAWS arms automatically when climbing
through 1,200ft AGL. This is to prevent
false warnings in the traffic pattern.
TAWS is disabled when the aircraft slows
to the shutoff speed set in Instrument
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TAWS Terrain Colors:
RED - Aircraft is within 100ft AGL of the terrain
YELLOW - Aircraft is between 1,000ft AGL and 100ft AGL of the terrain.
TAWS Settings
Instrument Calibration: 35: Synthetic Vision

3. Terrain Warning (TAWS) ON/OFF - Enables/Disables terrain shading based on altitude

4. TAWS Airspeed Shutoff (KTS) - Sets the airspeed at which TAWS is disabled (for landing).

Traffic Display
If a traffic device is connected to the EFIS monitor, the traffic will be displayed on the SVN display. Traffic
shown must be within 6nm of the aircraft and within the 60 degree view cone of the SVN (30 degrees on either
side of the current heading).

Example: The top down map may show traffic in 360 degree directions around the aircraft and could be 25nm
ahead. However, traffic depicted on SVN is limited to 6nm in range and 30 degrees on either side of the aircraft
heading.
Traffic depicted on SVN is similar to the map view, but with only 2 symbol possibilities. Since all traffic shown
will be within 6nm, we don't display the diamond with a square inside of it.

Proximity Traffic (within 1200ft relative altitude and less than 6nm range)

Traffic Advisory (within 1200ft relative altitude and less than 0.2nm range)

Obsta cle Displa y

SVN shares the same obstacle
database as the top-down map page.
Obstacles are shown at their proper
height above ground and at their bases
are drawn at half of their height.

There are several exclusions users will want to be aware of:

- Obstacles beyond 18nm are not shown
- Obstacles less than 1000ft AGL are not shown beyond 6nm
- Obstacles more than 2,000ft AGL below the aircraft are not shown

RED: Aircraft is within 100ft AGL of top of tower

YELLOW: Aircraft is within 600ft AGL of top of tower
GRAY: Aircraft is within 2000ft AGL of top of tower.

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Highway in the Sky (HITS)

Any EFIS system with Synthetic Vision is capable of displaying Highway in the Sky (HITS). HITS is the artificial
generation of boxes that direct the pilot towards a programmed navigation course set by the GPS. HITS is
depicted as magenta boxes in the synthetic vision. Waypoint names will also be displayed in the HITS box,
giving the pilot further information about their location on the flight plan.

Laterally, the HITS boxes will follow the GPS course programmed by the external GPS navigator or by the
internal flight plan. Vertically, HITS boxes are controlled by the altitude bug. If the altitude bug is reset to a
higher or lower altitude, ALL of the HITS boxes will move up or down to the altitude. A climbing or descending
path will not be displayed.

Enabling/Disabling HITS
Press [EFIS] -> [HITS ON/OFF]

Flying with HITS

Flying with HITS involves positioning the aircraft so the flight path marker (green target) is in the center of the
HITS boxes. This will ensure the aircraft actually flies through the center of the boxes. The HITS boxes
themselves are 700ft wide by 200ft tall, so there is a very narrow margin to fly through.

Glidepath - HITS will display a glidepath to a chosen runway when setup to do so. To use this feature go to the
Flight Plan page [FPL] and enter a flight plan. Select a runway at the destination, select the glide-angle, enter
a crossing restriction and press ACTIVATE. HITS boxes will then be drawn at the prescribed angle up from the
runway selected to the altitude entered. For example, a 3 degree angle from RWY 35 at KUAO up to 1,500ft
MSL. The highest box will flash white, indicating Top of Decent.

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Currently HITS boxes are not drawn for a descent. If the ALT bug is moved to select a lower altitude, the HITS
boxes will descend to that altitude, however a vertical descending path will not be drawn. In the screenshot
above, the aircraft altitude is 8,000ft, however the ALT bug (and HITS boxes) are drawn at 7,000ft.

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 EFIS Navigation (HSI)

Co urse
Nee d le Info Be a ring
Nee d le Info

A/ P Mo d e
Wa yp o int
Info
To / Fro m
Wa yp o int
Id e ntifie r
CDI Nee d le

The EFIS can display an HSI when connected to a Nav radio, GPS, or GPS Navigator. The system has two main
navigation needles; Course and Bearing. The navigation source can be individually selected for each needle right
from the EFIS. If an SL-30 connected, a second bearing needle can be displayed when the standby Nav frequency is
enabled. A MAGENTA needle is always GPS and a GREEN needle is always VOR/LOC.

The source label will indicate the radio type:

Label Radio Type

GPSNAV1/GPSNAV2 GPS/NAV (GTN-650/750, GNS-430W/530W, GNS-480/CNX-80)

NAV1, NAV2 SL-30 NAV/COM
GPS1, GPS2 GPS Receiver (Garmin Aera Series, Garmin x95/x96 Series, AF-GPS)

The following radios are supported:

RADIO INTERFACE SUPPORTED DATA

GPS CDI
Garmin 430W/530W/480/650/750 RS-232 GPS CDI, LPV, LNAV, LNAV/VNAV, VOR, ILS
ARINC 429
Avidyne IDF540/440

Garmin SL-30/GNC255 RS-232 VOR, ILS

Garmin x95/x96 Series RS-232 GPS CDI

GPS Radio with NMEA-0183 RS-232 GPS CDI

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The Course and Bearing needle sources are selected from the following menus: [CRS] -> XXX, [BRG] -> XXX
From the navigation menu the following sources are available:

Course CDI needle source:

GNAV1, GNAV2, GPS1, GPS2, NAV1, NAV2, INTFP, NONE

Bearing needle source:

GNAV1, GNAV2, GPS1, GPS2, NAV1, NAV2, INTFP, NONE

Note: Selecting [CRS] -> [INTFP] will match the Course needle with the Internal Flight Plan

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GPS Navigation Display

Vertical Deviation Pointer

The Vertical Deviation Pointer (VDP) can
be displayed from a WAAS GPS to
indicate the baro-VNV vertical deviation
when Vertical Navigation (VNV) is being
used. The VDP should change to a
diamond once on the approach and
receiving glide slope information.
NOTE: Requires a GTN-650/750, GNS-
430W/530W, or GNS-480 along with the
AF-ARINC adaptor module.

Glide Path Indicator

The Glide Path Indicator (GPI) can be
displayed from a WAAS GPS and is
analogous to the glideslope for GPS
approaches supporting WAAS vertical
guidance (LNAV+V,L/VNV, LPV)
NOTE: Requires a GTN-650/750, GNS-
430W/530W, or GNS-480 along with the
AF-ARINC adaptor module.

CRS (Course)
The Magenta GPS course indicator points to the current course selected on the GPS.

CDI (Course Deviation Indicator)

The GPS CDI scale should be automatically set by the remote WAAS radio using the ARINC data line:
APR: 0.06 nm / dot
TRM: 0.2 nm / dot
ENR: 1.0 nm / dot

TRK (Track)
The current GPS track over the ground is displayed on the HSI by a Magenta triangle. If there is a crosswind it will be
different than indicated magnetic heading.

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BTW (Bearing to Active)
BTW displays the direct bearing to the active GPS waypoint and will be displayed on the HSI as a yellow line with two
arrows. When flying directly to the waypoint on the GPS Course, the BTW needle will be under the Magenta needle.

DTW (Distance to Waypoint)

DTW displays the nautical miles to the current GPS waypoint.

SPD (Speed)
SPD displays the current ground speed in nautical miles per hour.

WPID (Waypoint Identfier)

WPID displays the current waypoint ID from the GPS.

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VOR Navigation Display

To/From Indicator

OBS Setting
VOR Frequency

The Green course indicator points to the current course selected using the OBS setting. The OBS setting can be set
using the right upper knob on when [CRS] is active (press the button below the top knob if CRS is not active). The
current OBS setting is displayed in the upper CRS/BRG information boxes. If the NAV radio is tuned to a VOR, the tip
of the needle (arrow) indicates the selected radial (tail of the needle indicates the radial the aircraft is on - assuming a
TO indication). The SL-30 OBS setting can be set using the OBS button on the radio. The radio identifier will also be
decoded and displayed only if an SL-30 radio is used.
CDI
Each dot in the course deviation indicator indicates 2 degrees of deviation from the course radial.
VOR
If the radio is tuned to a standard VOR frequency and is giving a valid TO / FROM indication the display will show
VOR in green letters. If the radio does not have a valid indication the display will show VOR and it should not be
used for navigation.

BTA
The BTA (Bearing To Active) displays the direct bearing to the active VOR station and will be displayed on the HSI as
a yellow bearing needle. If the aircraft is flying directly to the VOR on the Course OBS setting, the bearing needle will
be under the Green course needle.
BTS
The BTS (Bearing To Standby) displays the direct bearing to the Standby VOR station if M (monitor) is selected on
the SL-30. The BTS will be displayed on the HSI as a orange line with a circle.
IDNT
IDNT displays the current NAV frequency identifier decoded from the SL-30.
TO/FROM
The To/From radio flag will be displayed by a green triangle on the course needle.

TO FROM

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ILS Na viga tion Displa y

Runway Heading

Localizer CDI Glide Slope VDI

ILS Frequency AP/FD Mode

Always set the ILS inbound Approach Course using the CRS knob selection.

NOTE: The SL-30 will not allow the OBS to be adjust if an ILS frequency is entered. Use the CRS knob on the EFIS.
The course deviation indicator is fixed to the rotation of the DG. The Green course indicator will only be displayed if a
VOR or LOC frequency is tuned and active (not flagged).

LOC
If the radio is tuned to a standard ILS frequency and is giving a valid indication, the display will show LOC in green
letters. If the radio does not have a valid localizer indication, the display will show LOC and it should not be used for
navigation.

GS
If the NAV radio has a valid glideslope indication, the display will show GS in green letters. If the radio does not have
a valid glideslope, it will display GS in red and it should not be used for navigation.

BC
If the NAV radio is tuned to a localizer and is in Back-Course mode, BC will be displayed in green.

NOTE on Back-Course: If flying a back-course with an HSI and the SL-30 is NOT in back-course mode, set the
course selector “OBS” to the front course heading so no reversal will be needed. If the SL-30 is in back-course
mode, the course selector should be set to the heading of the back-course runway or the CDI needle will be
reversed.

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Autopilot Control / Flight Director
Note: There is a separate AF-Pilot Installation Manual found on the AFS website.

Current AP Mode

Autopilot Control

For the autopilot to follow the EFIS commands an autopilot that is capable of GPSS and GPSV ARINC
steering commands is required. The optional AF-ARINC module connected to the EFIS and properly
configured is also REQUIRED for autopilot interface.

The following Autopilots will work with the EFIS:

ADVANCED Pilot
TruTrak Digiflight II Series
TruTrak Sorcerer
Trio Pro Pilot

The autopilot and flight director are very closely connected and are controlled from the same source. If
the ADVANCED Pilot autopilot is installed, it supports GPSS (GPS steering) and GPSV (GPS vertical
steering) and the aircraft should closely follow the flight director when the autopilot is in EFIS Mode.

ADVANCED Pilot Autopilot Controls

The AF-Pilot Autopilot is manufactured by TruTrak, it is very similar to the DigiFlight II VSGV and has all
of the same wiring, configuration, and setup. The Primary Serial Input Pin on the AP must connected to
the GPS or EFIS along with the ARINC A and B lines connected to the AF-ARINC module.
The autopilot needs be installed in accordance with the AF-Pilot Installation Manual.

The AF-Pilot or Digiflight II Autopilot must have the latest software that accepts vertical speed commands.
Compatible Software - Digiflight Series: 2.32 - 2.36, 2.38, 2.39, 2.41 and later
Sorcerer/RV-10: 2.38, 2.41, and later

If you have wired the AF-PILOT RS-232 to the EFIS the autopilot can be turned ON and OFF from the
EFIS screen and the EFIS will display the current Autopilot status and trim.

The AF-Pilot has the following modes controlled from the buttons on the face of the autopilot.
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[AP] - Autopilot control mode. Pressing the AP button will cause the autopilot to turn on and follow the
current ground track and the current vertical speed of the aircraft. The EFIS settings and controls will not
have any effect on the autopilot. Once the autopilot is controlling the aircraft, pressing the knob button
will select the Track or Vertical Speed fields. Once the cursor is on the desired field the knob to adjust
either the desired track or the desired vertical speed. The Autopilot can be turned off at any time by
pressing the [AP] button or external push-button if have one is installed and connected to the control
wheel steering input line of the autopilot.

[EFIS] - EFIS control mode. Pressing the EFIS button will cause the autopilot to turn on and follow the
current AP/FD settings from the EFIS. The Autopilot can be turned off at any time by pressing the [AP]
button or external button if one is connected to the control wheel steering input line of the autopilot.

EFIS Flight Director/Autopilot

Turning on the AP/FD Mode

The autopilot/flight director can be turned on from the following menu: [AP] -> [L-XXX/V-XXX]
The wings that come up when the flight director is enabled will show the aircraft positioning to follow. All
the pilot has to do is keep the triangle in the wings as they move to follow the commanded source. A
change in heading or track will command the wings to bank in the direction to acquire the new heading or
track. A command to climb or descend to a new altitude will cause the wings to move up or down.

The Flight Director Wings are color coded based on the command source. The wing bar color will show
the horizontal steering source and the triangle tip color shows the vertical steering source.

Gray No Source
Red Source Flagged

Yellow Heading / Altitude Bug

Magenta GPS
Green VOR / ILS

Autopilot and Flight Director controlled by Heading and Altitude Bugs

Horizontal = GPS and Vertical = Altitude Bug

Autopilot and Flight Director controlled by CDI source = GPS

Autopilot and Flight Director controlled by CDI source = NAV (VOR or ILS)

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Vertical = Minimums Bug

The Autopilot and Flight Director will level the aircraft

at the Minimums Bug and not fly below it. 200 feet
above the Minimums Bug the FD tips will turn Orange
and a MINIMUMS warning on the EFIS screen will
display.

If having difficulty getting the AP/FD to descend

on an ILS or LPV check the MINS Bug altitude!

CDI source is flagged as bad;

Vertical = Altitude Bug

No Horizontal NAV source; Vertical = Altitude Bug

Autopilot / Flight Director Control Settings

[SET] -> [AP/FD]
LATERAL EFIS Autopilot Control Settings
ROLL GAIN .05 Range (.01 – 2.0)
The LAT Gain setting controls how fast the aircraft will respond to errors in track or heading. With
too low of a setting the aircraft will hunt slowly and appear slow to respond in roll. With too high of a
setting the aircraft will hunt rapidly, and appear jittery.

LOC GAIN .50 Range (.1 – 3.0)

The Loc Gain setting controls how fast the aircraft will respond to errors in tracking the Localizer.
With too low of a setting the aircraft will hunt slowly and appear slow to respond in roll. With too
high of a setting the aircraft will hunt rapidly, and appear jittery.

VERTICAL EFIS Autopilot Control Settings

ALT GAIN 5.0 Range (.1 – 12.0)
Controls how fast the aircraft will respond to errors in altitude. With too low of a setting the aircraft
will hunt slowly and appear slow to respond in altitude. With too high of a setting the aircraft will
hunt rapidly, overshoot the altitude, and appear jittery.

GS GAIN 3.0 Range (.1 – 10.0)

The Glide Slope gain controls how fast the aircraft will respond to altitude errors on the ILS glide
slope. With too low of a setting the aircraft will hunt slowly and appear slow to respond in altitude.
With too high of a setting the aircraft will hunt rapidly, overshoot the altitude, and appear jittery.

FD GAIN 1.5 Range (.1 – 10.0)

The Flight Director gain controls how fast the Flight Director responds to errors in pitch.

MIN SPD 75 Range (Vs0 - Vne)

The minimum speed that the EFIS will try to command the Autopilot to fly.

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 MAX SPD 165 Range (Vs0 - Vne)
The maximum speed that the EFIS will try to command the Autopilot to fly.

Knob Function <-VSPD-> 500 FPM Range (0 – 2000FPM)

The vertical climb speed that the aircraft will use to change altitudes can be selected from the
<-VSPD-> knob selection. The current setting is shown on the vertical speed tape as two small
Cyan triangles. If the current setting will cause the aircraft to fly below the MIN SPD in climb the
triangles will adjust the vertical speed so that the MIN airspeed is maintained. If the vertical
climb speed is being limited by the Minimum airspeed setting the triangle will change color to
orange.

AP/FD Lateral Modes

Press [AP]

LAT HDG Aircraft will follow the Yellow heading bug on the HSI

LAT NAV Aircraft will usually follow the current CDI needle on the HSI. If the EFIS is detecting
valid GPSS commands from the currently selected NAV source those commands will be
used for the autopilot control. This will enable the autopilot to follow the turn anticipation
and holds from a GPS navigator.

LAT ARM Localizer

Aircraft will follow the heading bug on the HSI until the CDI needle deflection is less
than 80% AND the Current aircraft heading is within 30 degrees of the CDI course.
The AP/FD status on the EFIS will show ARM unit switching to NAV mode.
GPS
Aircraft will follow the heading bug on the HSI until the CDI needle deflection is less
than 80% AND the Current aircraft heading is within 90 degrees of the CDI course.
The AP/FD status on the EFIS will show ARM unit switching to NAV mode.

LAT OFF Any GPSS steering commands from the navigation radio will be passed through to the
Autopilot in the AF-ARINC module.

As long as the aircraft has enough of a turn and the LAT Gain is high enough, the aircraft should try and
use a standard rate turn for the bank angle.

AP/FD Vertical Modes

VER ALT Aircraft will follow the Yellow Altitude bug on the altimeter tape.

VER ARM Aircraft will follow the Altitude bug until the CDI & GS needle deflection is less than 80%,
once this occurs the Aircraft will follow the vertical NAV source. If the vertical GS needle
is lost in ARM or NAV mode the Autopilot and Flight director will switch back to
following the altitude bug after 5 seconds. This enables vertical guidance to the
altitude bug on a missed approach.

VER OFF Any GPSV steering commands from the navigation radio will be passed through to the
Autopilot in the AF-ARINC module.

VER FPL Aircraft will follow the internal flight plan vertical navigation crossing altitudes and will
descend per the flight plan if a glide-angle is setup and vertical navigation is enabled.

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Changing Autopilot Mode

The autopilot modes can be changed by pressing [A/P] and selecting the desired LAT and VER modes.
The joystick can also be used as a shortcut. LEFT and RIGHT cycle between Lateral modes while UP
and DOWN cycle through Vertical modes. Moving the joystick to the left for about 1.5 sec, for example,
will prompt the user "AUTOPILOT MODE L:HDG?". Press the joystick in to Confirm.

AF-5000 Series Joystick

UP (V-ALT)

LEFT (L-HDG) RIGHT (L-ARM)

DOWN (V-ARM)

The AP/FD is currently tracking the Heading and Altitude Bugs. The AP/FD Mode text shows L-HDG and
V-ALT, the Flight director wings are yellow indicating that it is being controlled from the Bugs

As soon as the green VOR CDI needle moves to within 80% and the heading is within 30 degrees of the
CDI course, the FD wings will change to green and the status will change to L-NAV.

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The FD wingtip color indicates the current vertical source. In this picture the FD wings are green
indicating that the lateral mode is being controlled by the NAV radio, the tips are yellow indicating that the
vertical mode is from the altitude bug.

For the autopilot to follow the EFIS commands it will need to be in GPSS and GPSV mode.

ADVANCED Pilot Settings

The following settings are a good starting point for the ADVANCED Pilot autopilot

Lat Activity 5 Vert Activity 4

Lat Torque 12 Vert Torque 12
Bank Angle High Static Lag 2
Microactivity 0 Microactivity 0
GPSS Gain 16 Half Step N

For more detailed settings for an RV-10, RV-4, and Sportsman See Appendix J.

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ABOUT Page
Pressing the ABOUT button from the Checklist page will bring up system information.

SYSTEM Information

Displays the system Serial Number, software version information, IP address, and installed keys.

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MAP Information

Mapping Information displays the version of mapping software, region, map effective and expiration
dates, and status of the map Vector and Terrain file.

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WX Information

The WX information page contains information and diagnostics for any installed XM or ADS-B receiver.

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Radio / Transponder / Audio Panel Controls
The Radio and Transponder controls are selected by pressing the [SET] button in the upper right hand
corner of the screen.
Press XPDR for the Transponder controls
Press COM for the Comm radio controls

Transponder Code Standby Radio Frequency

Transponder Mode Active Radio Frequen

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You can remotely tune the Comm Radio or Transponder from any EFIS screen in the aircraft. If the
Radio or Transponder box is not displayed you need to verify that an EFIS serial port is configured and all
screens in the aircraft are configured for the Transponder and Communications Radio type.

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Comm Radio Control
The Comm radio remote interface supports the AFS Comm Radio, Garmin SL30, Garmin SL40, or VAL
Com. Depending on the radio the following functions are supported:
KHZ Frequency adjust, press knob for MHZ
MON Monitor Standby Frequency (ATS, SL30, SL40)
VOL Adjust Volume (ATS, VAL)
XFR Transfer Primary and Standby Frequencies

Keyboard Type frequency number using the keyboard.

After selecting the new frequency press ENTER to transfer the frequency to Standby or XFR to transfer
the new frequency to the Active frequency (the current active frequency will be moved to Standby).

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Selecting a Comm Frequency from Airport Info

Pressing the [–D->] button will bring up multiple pages of airport info, you can select the COMS page by
dragging the joystick

Use the Joystick to select the Frequency and press in on the joystick [TUNE] to push the selected
frequency to the Comm radio Standby frequency.

You can then quickly transfer the frequency to active with [XFR]

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Transponder Control
Ac c ess the Rem o te Tra nsp ond er interfa c e throug h [SET]  [XPDR] or b y to uc hing the
tra nsp ond er sta tus rea d o ut in the top left c orner o f the sc reen.

The remote transponder has the following controls.

AUTO Turns transponder mode to Automatic

ON Turns Transponder ON with no Altitude reporting

STBY Sets Transponder to Standby Mode

ALT Turns transponder ON in Altitude reporting mode

IDNT Select Transponder IDENT mode

Keyboard Type Transponder code using the keyboard.

Press the VFR button to set the code to the configured VFR code.
(1200 for US based aircraft)

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Touch Screen Interface Touch Screen equipped displays allow for simple and precise control of
all transponder functions through large, easy input, on screen graphics.

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Remote Audio Panel Control

Audio Panel Interface The AF-5000 has the ability to remotely control the 71426 PAC-15EX Remote
Audio Panel through the touch screen, and/or hardware buttons.

To bring up the Audio Panel Control page select [CHECK]  [AUDIO]

Or Tap the Audio Panel Status box on touch equipped displays.

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Moving Map Display
GPS Track

Current Waypoint VOR

METAR Symbol
Zo o m
Ra ng e
Class D Airspace

Major Road

Map GPS Source

All AF-5000 systems have Basic mapping installed, the optional Advanced Mapping software provides
additional features.

Basic Advanced
Map Map
Airports X X
Airspace X X
Cities X X
Traffic X X
Nearest Airport X X
Emergency Airport Glide X X
Airport Info X
Flight Plans X
VFR Sectionals X
IFR Charts X
Airport Diagrams X
Weather X
TFR'S X

WARNING: The moving map is to be used as a reference only and is not to be used in place of current
aviation charts or for primary navigation.

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Map Features
Currently the map will display the following features for the United States Only:
1. Public and Private airports 5. State Lines
2. Airspace 6. Rivers
3. Intersections, VOR’s 7. Major Roads
4. Obstructions 8. Cities

The moving map can be displayed as a partial screen along with the EFIS and/or Engine Monitor or as a
complete page. Users can also select the airspeed and altitude tapes to be displayed on the map from the
[SET]  [MAP] menu and selecting the [AIRDATA] buttons.

Map Page Air & EMS OFF Map Page with Air ON

Map Data Source

The current flight plan source that is displayed on the Map can be set from the following menu:
[MAP]  [SOURCE][GNAV1/GNAV2/GPS1/GPS2/INTFP]
GNAV1/GNAV2 750/650/430W/530W/480 GPS/NAV/COM
GPS1/GPS2 External GPS unit setup as GPS 1/2
INTFP Flight Plan activated from the internal flight plan

Private Airports
The [SET]  [MAP]  [PRIVATE] button gives the option of displaying or not displaying private airports on
the moving map screen.

Intersections
The [SET]  [MAP]  [INTSECT] button gives the option of displaying or not displaying Intersections on
the moving map screen.

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Zoom Range

The current zoom range is displayed by an arc on the top

of the map display with its current digital range. The zoom
range can be adjusted using the joystick anytime [RNGE]
is active. The map software will progressively declutter
airports, intersections and obstacles from the screen as the
range is increased.
A Touch Screen equipped display recognizes a pinching
motion to set the zoom range of the Moving Map.

Map Panning / Pointer

Map Panning allows you to search across the map display. This
can be accomplished through the joystick by dragging it in the
direction of travel anytime [RNGE] is active, a map pointer will be
displayed allowing you to make selections on the map. Pushing in
on the joystick will select an airport or airspace for more
information, pressing [ACTV] will activate the selection as the
new waypoint. The current distance, bearing, coordinates, and
elevation of the pointer is displayed in a Map Pointer information
box the top of the map display. Pressing the top right button
[CENT] will center the map back onto the aircraft.

A Touch Screen equipped display recognizes a tap on the aircraft marker, followed be a swiping motion to
pan the Moving Map/Move the Map Pointer. (Pressing the top right button [CENT] will center the map back
onto the aircraft.)

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Nearest Airport
Pressing the [NRST] button from the main menu will bring up a sorted list of the nearest 16 airports
displayed on the screen at the current zoom level. To display the actual closest airports, zoom in before
pressing the [NRST] button. The joystick is used to select the desired airport. Pressing the [INFO] button
will display the information for the highlighted airport.
CAUTION To see the actual closest airports, zoom in before pressing the [NRST] button.

Direct To Navigation
Pressing the [-D->] button will allow you to input the desired airport or waypoint to navigate to. To adjust or
set a new waypoint, drag the joystick down to the Identifier field. A keyboard will appear across the bottom
row of buttons, or the rotary joystick can be used to input the identifier.

Identifier
Field

Drag the joystick

down to select
identifier field

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EMERGENCY Airport Button

After pressing the [NRST] button it changes to the EMERGENCY button (i.e. Double Tap [NRST]).
Pressing this button will bring up a list off all airports that are within engine out gliding range. You need to
configure the following items in calibration for your specific aircraft:

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Airport Info
Pressing the [-D->] button from the menu will bring up multiple pages of airport info, including runways,
frequencies and airport information. The pages are selected by dragging the joystick in the direction of the
desired page.

Airspace
Airspace is displayed on the moving map. Airspace Information, including the vertical boundaries, is
selectable through the Map Pointer.

North Up/Track Up Mode

The map can be configured for North Up or Track Up mode by pressing [MAP] -> [TRK UP] or [NTH UP]

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Map Database Files
The moving map uses the following database files stored internally:

File Name Description Update Frequency

AF2TERUS.AFM Terrain height information for the US When Required
AF2VECUS.AFM Vector data for US roads/rivers/lakes/cities When Required
AF2MAPUS.AFM Navigational data (airports, obstacles, n av aids, …) Every 28 Days

AF2MAPUS.AFM and AF2VECUS.AFM files have a version number associated with them, and will only work
with a version of the system software that is compatible. When downloading the map files, make sure the
version of the system software matches the map version. If it doesn't match, the map will not work.

Example:
AF5000 Series System Software Version X8.7.5-MV15 <-The MV15 is the map version
On the ABOUT Page - Map Data files Version: MV15

For Map Database Update Procedure see:

APPENDIX F: Da ta ba se Upda tes

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Chart Data Subscription
The moving map uses the USB Drive to store and access the Approach Plate, Sectional, IFR Low and
Airport Diagram files.
The USB Data Drives must remain plugged into the unit for the AF-5000 Displays to access the files.

To Insta ll the La test Da ta :

1. Onc e you ha ve a sub sc rip tion or ha ve p urc ha sed a c yc le of d a ta , yo u w ill rec eive the
c ha rt c yc le d ow nloa d c od e for the m onth. The c od e w ill b e in the form a t of
“ xxx[cyclecode]”
(For exa m p le: “tpq1406”)
2. Insta ll the AFS Cha rt Tool
Available from the following link:
http://advanced-flight-systems.com/Support/MapLoader/AFS-Chart-Toolv1.6.exe
The AFS Chart Tool is a simple program used to create the USB Data Drives

3. Open the AFS Chart Tool

4. Select [EFIS Type] from the top tab
5. Select the charts to load onto the data card (The more you select, the longer it will take to download
and create the data card)
6. The USB data drive must be named “AFS_DATA”

The AFS Chart Tool

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Upgrading to High Resolution Terrain
Version 10.01.00 Software and above for the AF5000 series equipment utilizes a whole new terrain database
providing a substantial improvement on previous version of the mapping and synthetic displays. Now, it
requires a large download that needs to be put on the same USB stick used for Charts and Sectional data.
Each screen in your aircraft will require a single USB stick installed in the back for proper operation so
please plan accordingly. If you prefer, Advanced Flight System offers fully loaded USB sticks, complete with
the current Chart and Sectional data, for purchase.

The installation process in brief is as follows:

1. Download all of the links to your computer
2. Extract the New Version 10.01.00+ software onto your SD card (only one)
3. Extract all of the map/terrain files onto each USB stick
4. Install the software onto each AF-5000 Display
5. Remove SD Card
6. Update the map/terrain data

Here are the detailed step by step instructions.

Download the latest AF-5000 Software (Version 10.01.00 and above)

Software Installation:
1. Download Software to your PC
2. Extract downloaded software zip file onto an
SD Card

Be sure to EJECT or STOP the SD Card before

removing from your PC!

Your SD card should look like this before trying to

install:

3. Install Software on device(s)

Previous Software Version 9.05.xx & Newer:

● Insert SD card and wait for "SD CARD READY" indication
● Press [SET] then hold [CAL] to get to calibration
● Press [SEL] to enter Admin Settings
● Use the Joystick to move the cursor to [Upgrade]
● Wait for reboot to remove SD card
Previous Software Version 9.04.xx & Older:
● Press [SET] then hold [CAL] to get to calibration
● Press [SEL] to enter Admin Settings
● Use the Joystick to move the cursor to [Upgrade]
● Insert the SD card and press [SEL]
● Wait for "/media/..." line to come up under Upgrade Software
● Press [SEL] to Upgrade Application
● Wait for reboot to remove SD card

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Map and Terrain Data Installation:
(This is a onetime update required upon initial upgrade to Version 10.xx.xx software)
1. Download the HiRes Map and Terrain files from the links above to your PC
(Skip to step if you have purchased preloaded USB stick(s) from Advanced Flight Systems, Inc.)
2. Extract the downloaded REG*.zip file onto the same USB stick used for Charts and
Sectionals. The USB stick should be 8GB or larger and must be named "AFS_DATA"
3. Copy the downloaded *.dup files to each USB stick.

Be sure to EJECT or STOP the USB stick before removing from your PC!

Your USB stick should look like this:

(Note: CHARTS, FG, and GEO directories plus SEC* and LO* files have been omitted from this picture for clarity):

4. Install USB stick(s) into back of each screen

5. Remove the SD Card
6. Boot system normally
7. Press [SET]  [CAL] to enter Calibration
8. Press [SEL] for '1. Admin Settings'
9. Press [SEL] for '1.Transfer Files'

10. Select item '21. Very Low Res Terrain File' and press [LOAD].
11. Select item '22. Low Res Terrain File' and press [LOAD].
12. Select item '23 BASE_MAP_NORTHAMERICA_6.DUP' and press [LOAD].
13. Press [BACK] [BACK] [BACK] to return to the main screens...you are done

Note: The USB Stick must remain in the back of each screen for proper operation.

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Wi-Fi Adaptor
The Wi-Fi Adapter for AF-5000 allows supported devices to interface with an AF-5000 EFIS. As of Version
V.12 software the Wi-Fi Adapter supports ForeFlight Mobile connectivity to AF-5000 on both iPads and
iPhones. The Wi-Fi Adapter plugs into a USB port and must be plugged into the EFIS display before power
on and remain plugged in for the full flight. Only one Wi-Fi Adapter is required in the aircraft.

ForeFlight Flight Plans

As of AF-5000 software version 12, AF-5000 and ForeFlight customers (US and Canada only) can send
and receive flight plans between AF-5000 and their ForeFlight Mobile app on Apple iPad, iPhone, and
iPod Touch devices running the iOS operating system. See specific model and version requirements by
ForeFlight. AF-5000 can also transmit its GPS position and ADAHRS information to ForeFlight for use
within the ForeFlight app. This feature requires one Wi-Fi Adapter in the aircraft.

Connecting AF-5000 to ForeFlight

• Set up the Wi-Fi network on AF-5000; see the P/N: 73140 Wi-Fi Module Installation section for
details.
• In the Wi-Fi menu on your iOS device, select your AF-5000 system. You’ll need the password
you chose when you set up your EFIS Wi-Fi connection.

• Once your device is connected to your AF-5000 Wi-Fi network it should automatically be listed
as a connected device in your ForeFlight App. Confirm that AF-5000 is connected under the
Map Settings Icon or in the Devices list.

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Send and Receive Flight Plans with ForeFlight
Once you have your flight plan set up in ForeFlight on your iOS device (iPad or iPhone), you can send it
to AF-5000 EFIS Flight Planning page and Moving Map.

Figure - ForeFlight Flight Pla n

• To send the flight plan, first ensure that the Nav Log is open. To open the Nav Log, touch the
Hide/Show Nav Log button at the top of the App:
• Next, touch the Send To button:
• Finally, touch the Panel icon to send your flight plan to the AF-5000 EFIS.

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 • Once AF-5000 EFIS receives the flight plan a
confirmation message will appear on the EFIS and
the Flight Plan will be in the EFIS Flight Plan
window. The flight plan can then be used and
edited on the AF-5000 EFIS.

To have ForeFlight retrieve the AF-5000 EFIS flight plan, simply touch the Panel button
at the top of the app window.

Note that flight plans are only updated when you explicitly send or receive them from the ForeFlight app.
This ensures that no flight plan changes are made to either ForeFlight or the AF-5000 EFIS flight plan
without explicit action by the pilot.

GPS and Attitude on ForeFlight

Once the AF-5000 EFIS is connected to ForeFlight, it will also send its GPS position to the app. The GPS
position sent by the EFIS is only usable within the ForeFlight app and cannot be used by other apps on
the device.

The AF-5000 EFIS also continuously send primary flight instrument data for ForeFlight to
display in the app. To view, touch the Attitude Indicator button at the top of the menu .
Note that as of the initial ForeFlight Mobile release, speed, altitude, and other information is GPS-
based. See the ForeFlight documentation for a full description of how flight instrumentation is
displayed within the app. You can confirm that the AF-5000 EFIS is ForeFlight’s source of attitude
information by touching the AHRS Status button.

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Selecting Charts

Sw itc hing b etw een MAP, Sec tiona l, IFR Low , Airp o rt d ia g ra m s, a nd Ap p roa c h Pla tes c a n b e d one
throug h a sim p le selec tio n of the [MAP] Button, w hic h w ill then b ring up the m enu to selec t the
d esired d a ta b a se / c ha rt.
Selec tion throug h the To uc h Sc reen is d one b y ta p p ing the sc reen in a ny op en a rea , then p ressing
a nd relea sing on the d esired m a p d a ta b a se.

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VFR Sectional

Full
Screen Mode

Split
Screen Mode

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IFR Low Altitude Chart

Airport Diagrams

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IFR Approach Plates
The EFIS Map page has the ability to display an IFR approach plate if approach plates have been loaded
into internal memory. Current approach plates are available for purchase from the Advanced Flight Systems
web store. www.Advanced-Flight-Systems.com
The AFS approach plates are geo-referenced and will display current aircraft position (if on the approach
plate area). If a traffic receiver is installed, traffic should be displayed on the approach plate. If the selected
chart has the geo-referenced data, it will show a green box around the airspace and a magenta circle located
on the airport. If the magenta circle is not on the airport, DO NOT use the approach plate for aircraft
position.

WARNING: It is the user’s responsibility to verify that the approach plates in the EFIS are current
and up to date before using.

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Flight Planning

The AF-5000 Series EFIS systems

have an internal flight planning
feature, eliminating the requirement
for an external GPS to provide flight
plan waypoints. Only a basic GPS
with NMEA data output is required to
utilize this feature (though it can still
be used with any GPS navigator as
well). If another GPS navigator with
flight planning capability is used, it
will transfer the flight plan to the
EFIS internal flight plan.
Accessing the Flight Plan page
Press [FPL]

Information Displayed:
DTK: Desired Track to Waypoint
VSR: Vertical Speed Required
DTW: Distance to Waypoint
WPID: Waypoint Identifier
RW: Runway: (Number) > (Glide Angle)
ETE: Estimated time Enroute (leg)
Cross xx Before: Distance from waypoint to cross at
AT/ABOVE/BELOW xxx: Cross the prescribed distance from the waypoint at/above/below the set altitude
[SRC XXX] - Selects the GPS source for the internal flight plan (GNAV1 / GNAV2 / GPS1 / GPS2)
[CHART] - Displays the approach plate (if installed on the SD Card) for the destination airport

Creating a Flight Plan

There are two ways to program a flight plan; manually or automatically transfer through another GPS.
To manually create a flight plan, follow these simple steps:
Go to the FLT PLAN page [FPL]
Press [INSERT]
A waypoint box will appear with the cursor, allowing a waypoint to be entered
Once the waypoint has been entered, press in the joystick to de-select cursor mode
Press [INSERT] to add additional waypoints
To remove a waypoint in the flight plan, use the joystick and cursor to highlight the waypoint, press
[REMOVE]

Activating the Flight Plan

After the flight plan has been created, pressing the [ACTIVATE] button will change the EFIS navigation
source to follow the internal flight plan. All other screens will prompt "Change Source to Internal Flight
Plan?"

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Direct-To
Proceeding Direct-To an intermediate waypoint: Use the cursor to highlight the waypoint to proceed to, press
the [DIRECT] button. The EFIS will then sequence to the selected waypoint.

Fly-Leg
The Fly-Leg features is used to fly a leg between two intermediate waypoints. For example, a flight plan has
A, B, C, and D intersections before the destination and the pilots wants to skip A and fly the leg between B
and C (an airway). Use the cursor to highlight the second of the two legs and press [FLY LEG].

Suspending a Flight Plan

The [SUSPEND] button will freeze the current flight plan and cause the HDG and ALT bugs to sync to the
current heading and altitude. It will also change the AP/FD mode to LAT: HDG | VER: ALT, meaning the
autopilot will take-over and maintain the current heading and altitude. This is useful when ATC gives an
amended clearance and time is needed to modify the flight plan.

Vertical Navigation using the internal Flight Plan

Using the internal flight plan, the EFIS can descend to preset altitudes at each waypoint. For example, if the
aircraft is at 10,000ft (set by the ALT BUG), a user can program 8,000ft for the first waypoint, 6,000ft for the
second waypoint, 3,000ft for the third waypoint..etc. To enter a crossing altitude, edit a waypoint and enter a
distance from the waypoint to cross at and an altitude. Perform this procedure for all waypoints a crossing
altitude is desired and press [ACTIVATE].
Note: If no crossing altitudes are entered, the EFIS will follow the ALT bug.

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Logbook Interface
[CHECK] [LOGBOOK]
The AF-5000 Series EFIS systems have an internal, and exportable, Log Book
feature. The Log Book will store information about your flights, including
Duration, Landings, Date, Departure Airport, and Arrival Airport.

To Export Logbook data from your AF-5000 insert a SD Card and press
[SET] [LOGS] [LOGBOOK]

This information is easily imported to LogbookPro on your personal computer.

The file stored on the SD Card is a {,} Comma Delimited File type and will be named FLTLOGXX.txt

Use the Browse tool to select the

Be sure to correctly select the
Logbook file
“Target” for each data column in the
drop down menus

Import your data and enjoy your new Digital Logbook

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Synthetic Appraoch
With the AF-5000 series EFIS
yo u c a n se tup a Synthe tic
Ap p roa c h to a ny a irp ort in
the m a p d a ta b a se o r user
a irp ort d a ta file w ith runw a y
end p oint d a ta . The flig ht
p la n m enu lets yo u selec t the
runw a y a nd set the
g lid eslop e. Onc e yo u enter a
g lid eslop e the syste m w ill
rem em b er it for la ter use.

Selec ted Runw a y

Glid eslop e

HITS Boxes for Runw a y

Selec ted Runw a y a lso

d isp la yed on the Ma p

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Traffic Display
WARNING: Traffic information displayed on the Map is provided for visually assisting in acquiring
other aircraft. The aircraft should be maneuvered based only upon ATC guidance or positive visual
acquisition of conflicting aircraft.

Traffic 3,000ft above

And climbing

Traffic 700ft below and

descending

The AFS-Map can display traffic when connected to a NavWorx ADS600-B, Garmin GTX-330, or Zaon XRX.

Traffic Display on the Map

Traffic is displayed using the standard TCAS-II symbology

Other Traffic (Greater than 7000ft relative altitude and greater than 7nm range)

Proximity Traffic (within 1200ft relative altitude and less than 6nm range)

Traffic Advisory (within 1200ft relative altitude and less than 3 nm range)

Zaon XRX
XRX detects up to three threat aircraft from within the cockpit using a cutting-edge, proprietary, self-contained antenna
design. With direction, locating and identifying traffic is simple and easy, and traffic information is displayed on the EFIS
Map page. XRX delivers the three "dimensions" of traffic information that pinpoints where traffic is located: direction,
range and relative altitude. Traffic accuracy is 0.2 NM on average for range, ±200 ft for altitude (defined by TSO
standards set for transponder encoders), and ±22° for direction. For detailed Zaon information and capabilities:
www.zaon.aero
Zaon EFIS Setup
After connecting the Zaon XRX to EFIS serial port #2, the EFIS serial port will need to be configured for TRFC/ICARUS.
The Zaon XRX will also need to be configured for Garmin Traffic mode.

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Garmin GTX-330
The IFR-certified GTX-330 offers a Traffic Information
Services (TIS) interface, giving greater traffic awareness in
some of the United States's busiest airports. TIS traffic from
the GTX330 is displayed on the map, including location,
direction, altitude and climb/descent information for nearby
aircraft.

GTX-330 EFIS Setup (hold FUNC + ON keys)

After connecting the GTX-330 Serial port #1 to EFIS serial port #2, configure Serial Port #2 or TRFC/ICARUS
EFIS Main Harness GTX-330 EFIS Configuration GTX330 Configuration
13 22 ICARUS/TRFC ICARUS ALT
25 23 ICARUS/TRFC REMOTE + TIS

NavWorx ADS-B Traffic

The NavWorx ADS600-B ADS-B equipment can be directly interfaced to the
EFIS. The device displays ADS-B information including TIS-B traffic and
FIS-B weather. It also transmits the aircraft position to the ADS-B system.
ADS-B is a free service provided by the FAA that transmits weather and
traffic information to aircraft with compatible receivers. With a transceiver,
aircraft can participate in the system by transmitting their position to the
ADS-B system for the benefit of other aircraft and ATC.

Garmin GTS-8xx TCAS System

The Garmin GTS-8xx TCAS System is a fully self-contained active traffic system which will interface to the
EFIS display. Please see the Traffic ARINC Adapter Wiring Diagram for wiring and configuration.
ARINC output speed on the GTS-8xx MUST be configured for LOW speed!

Note: A special TCAS ARINC adapter is required, please contact AFS for more information.

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Weather Display

CAUTION: NEXRAD weather data should only be used for long-range planning purposes.
Inherent delays and relative age of the WX data can be experienced. NEXRAD weather
cannot be used for short-term weather avoidance.

NEXRAD
High resolution radar image of radar reflectivity and lighting strikes.

Reflectivity is the amount of transmitted power returned to the radar receiver. The NEXRAD colors directly
correlate to the level of detected reflectivity from the radar.
To enable/disable NEXRAD press [MAP] -> [WX] -> [NXRD ON/OFF]

NEXRAD DATA AGE

The current age of the NEXRAD data is shown in the upper left corner of the map. In the screenshot above,
the NEXRAD data is 5 minutes old.

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NEXRAD LIMITATIONS

• NEXRAD base reflectivity does not provide sufficient information to determine cloud layers or precipitation
characteristics. There is no distinguishing factors between wet snow, wet hail, and rain.

• NEXRAD base reflectivity is sampled at the minimum antenna elevation angle. An individual NEXRAD
site cannot depict high altitude storms at close ranges. It has no information about storms directly over the
radar site.

• When zoomed in a square block on the display represents an area of 2 ½ miles. The intensity level
reflected by each square represents the highest level of NEXRAD data sampled within the area.

METARS
Airports with METAR data are displayed with
a colored flag next to the airport symbol on
the map.

If an airport has METAR data a weather

page will be added to the airport info

TAF
Airports with TAF's will have a special "T"
symbol next to the airport on the map page.
In additional, there will be a TAF button on
the airports info page. TAF's are given in
their original coding.

TFR
Active TFR’s are drawn in RED and future TFR’s are YELLOW. The unit will remember the last TFR's
displayed upon shut-down so those that remain active are displayed at the next power-up (before WX comes
online). This is done by saving all TFR's into memory. If a TFR becomes inactive before the next power-
cycle, that TFR will not be displayed. Similarly, if a future TFR becomes active before the next power-cycle,
that TFR will be displayed.

Lightning

Lightning is displayed as lightning bolts as part of the NEXRAD weather display.

To enable/disable Lightning press [MAP] -> [WX] -> [LTNG ON/OFF]

Winds Aloft
Winds aloft are displayed over the map page using standard NOAA barbed symbols. To change the altitude,
press [MAP] -> [WX] and use the joystick to select Flight Level. Altitudes are given in Flight Levels
(i.e. FL120 is 12,000ft)

To enable/disable Winds Aloft press [MAP] -> [WX] -> [WINDS ON/OFF]

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XM Weather
Weather Module installation
The WeatherWorks XM Weather Module should be mounted on the inside of the aircraft and the antenna
located on the aircraft glare shield. The XM Weather module should be powered from a 12V aircraft source.
The weather receiver communicates with the EFIS screens using the Ethernet port. For a dual screen
installation a separate Ethernet hub in the aircraft is required. For single screen systems, the weather
receiver's Ethernet cable plugs directly into the EFIS.

Screen Configuration Settings

One of the screens in the aircraft needs to be configured as the Weather MASTER from the Configure
Admin Settings menu and any additional screens should be set to Slave or Offline.

AFS does not support weather on both the new AF-5000 display and the older non “s” CPU AF-3000
series on the same network.
The XM Weather Master must not be on the same screen as an ADS-B receiver is wired to.

Network Ethernet hub

We recommend a Linksys 5-Port 10/100 Switch Model SE2500, this is a 12V powered unit.

XM Weather Service
After the installation is complete, move the aircraft outside so that the Antenna can receive satellite signal.
Once subscribed to an XM service plan, an activation signal will need to be sent while the EFIS and XM
module are powered on (usually for about 15 minutes). The AF-5000 will display the following items from the
“Aviator” XM WX Data Packages: NEXRAD, TFR's, METAR's, TAF's, Winds and Lighting.

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XM Weather Diagnostics
The EFIS ABOUT page displays pertinent information
about the status of the XM Weather receiver. The
page can be displayed by pressing the CHECK ->
ABOUT buttons.

Mode: Shows the mode of that particular screen

(MASTER or SLAVE).

Weather Status shows information for diagnosing

weather module problems.

Receiver/Radio ID Number
Required when calling XM Activation
1-800-985-9200

Antenna: Indicates whether or not an XM antenna is

connected

Signal Strength
Indicates the current strength of the XM satellite signal
(NONE, POOR, AVERAGE, GOOD)

The age of the displayed XM data

Note: Weather Status will not be shown if WX is set as

OFFLINE in Instrument Calibration.

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ADS-B Weather
Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast is part of the FAA NEXTGEN system to increase aviation
safety and awareness within the national aerospace system. One of the two products ADS-B provides is a
free weather uplink service which includes the following products: METAR's, TAF's, TFR's, Winds Aloft and
Lightning.

ADS-B Hardware
Currently AFS supports:
NavWorx ADS600-B UAT transceiver.
Free Flight Xplorer ADS-B Receiver

Installation
Please see ADS-B installation section for details.

Screen Configuration Settings

Once the ADS600-B is installed and configured, the map page needs to be setup to view ADS-B weather
information.

To enable ADS-B Weather press [MAP] -> [WX] -> [WX: FIS-B]
The various weather products can also be turned on or off on that same WX menu.
NXRD - NEXRAD Radar
LTNG - Lighting Strikes
WNDS - Winds Aloft
METAR's, TAF's, and TFR's are always on and not user selectable.

ADS-B Status Information

[CHECK] -> [ABOUT]

The ABOUT page displays pertinent information about the status of the ADS-B Weather receiver.

Weather Status - Shows status information about the ADS-B interface.

Not Parsing ADS-B Weather - The EFIS is not receiving FIS-B weather data
ADS-B Mode - Displays either Master or Slave mode (Unit wired to the ADS-B device will be Master)
Ownship Count - Number of messages the EFIS is receiving from the ADS-B device. Verifies connectivity
Aged Times - Elapsed time since the last data update (METAR, TAF, TFR, NEXRAD, Winds, Lighting)

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Engine Monitor Display

The system can display the engine monitor on the bottom of the main EFIS page or as a full Engine page if
the system has one of the following:
1. The screen has an engine monitor board installed in the case.
2. The screen is connected to another screen that has an engine monitor board installed with an
Ethernet crossover cable.

Fuel Computer
The fuel computer is accessed from the main screen by pressing the [ENGINE] button followed by pressing
the [FC MODE] button.

WARNING

The GALS USED (Gallons Used) and GALS REM (Gallons Remaining) displayed is not a
measurement of the fuel in the aircrafts tanks. The fuel amount is calculated from the starting fuel level
programmed in the system, minus the fuel used while the engine is running. When the system is properly
calibrated and fuel is added correctly, the system will accurately measure the fuel used. It is imperative the
pilot verify the calibration of the system over many tanks of fuel before using the "GALS REM" and/or "GALS
USED" Modes as an indication of the fuel in the tanks or fuel used. Even after verifying the calibration of the
system it should never be used as the primary indicator of fuel quantity in the tanks. It is important the pilot
visually check/measure the fuel quantity for each tank before takeoff and crosscheck these readings against
the Fuel Level Gauges and the Fuel Computer. It is important the pilot use preflight and flight planning
techniques, in accordance with the FAR's, which will help insure the proper amount of fuel for the intended
flight is on board the aircraft before takeoff. While in-flight, the fuel gauges and fuel computer should only be
used to cross-check the fuel calculations of the fuel onboard. The flow rates should be checked against
published data from the engine manufacturer. The use of this system does not eliminate or reduce the

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necessity for the pilot to use good flight planning, preflight and in-flight techniques for managing fuel.
If not familiar with these techniques, contact the FAA to acquire proper training.

Fuel Computer Modes

The fuel computer display can be set to display any of the following by pressing the [FC MODE] button. The mode label
will be RED if the fuel computer gallons remaining amount does not match the fuel tanks.
Gallons Used -> Gallons Remaining -> Hours Remaining
If the system is connected to a GPS, the following modes will also be enabled:
Kts per Gallon -> Miles per Gallon -> Gallons Remaining at Waypoint -> Gallons Required to Waypoint
WARNING: The Fuel Computer is only accurate when the fuel-flow sensor is calibrated properly and fueling stops are entered
correctly.
GAL USED Gallons Used
Displays the gallons used since the last time the fuel computer was set.

GAL REM Gallons Remaining

Displays the gallons remaining, calculated from the last time the fuel computer was set.

HRS REM Hours Remaining

Displays the hours remaining, calculated from the last time the fuel computer was set and the current fuel flow rate.

WARNING!! The following are based on the current fuel flow and the GPS ground speed. If power setting is
changed or the winds change, the fuel computer will not be correct!

NM/GAL Nautical Miles per Gallon

Displays the current ground distance traveled in nautical miles per gallon of fuel.

SM/GAL Statute Miles per Gallon

Displays the current ground distance traveled in statute miles per gallon of fuel.

GREM AT Gallons Remaining At Waypoint

Displays the fuel amount that should be remaining at the next GPS waypoint.

GREQ TO Gallons Required to next Waypoint.

Displays the fuel amount of fuel needed to get to the next GPS waypoint. This is based on the current fuel flow and GPS
data.

Adding Fuel to the Fuel Computer

WARNING: Every time fuel is added or removed from the aircraft tanks one of the following operations must be
done to protect the accuracy of the fuel computer.

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TANKS FILLED
Set the fuel computer to the programmed full tanks by pressing one of the following buttons in the fuel
computer:
1. [FILL MAIN] If only the main tanks have been filled
2. [FILL ALL] If the main and tip tanks have been filled (only applies to systems with 3 or 4 tanks)

WARNING: If [FILL ALL] is pressed and no fuel was to the tip tanks, the fuel computer calculations will be
incorrect

The pilot can add or subtract fuel to the computer by pressing [ENGINE], rotating the joystick for the correct
amount and then pressing the [FC ADJ] button.

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% Power Display
The system will display the estimated %Power using the Horsepower table in instrument calibration. The unit
will need to be configured using the data from the engine manual.

The following data is supplied only as a reference; use the Lycoming engine graph to verify the accuracy of
the display. The Delta HP number is the increase in actual HP that the engine will produce for the same
manifold and RPM at increased Altitude.

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 Engine O-360
Rated
HP 180
55% 75% Delta
RPM MAP MAP Altitude HP
2000 21.6 26.7 2000 2.3
2100 21 26 4000 4.6
2200 20.3 25.2 6000 6.9
2300 19.8 24.6 8000 9.1
2400 19.2 23.9 10000 11.4
2500 18.9 23.5 12000 13.7
2600 18.6 23.2 14000 16
2700 18.2 22.7

Engine O-320
Rated
HP 160
55% 75% Delta
RPM MAP MAP Altitude HP
2000 21.4 26.4 2000 2
2100 20.8 26 4000 4.1
2200 20 25.6 6000 6.1
2300 20.3 24.9 8000 8.1
2400 19.6 24.3 10000 10.1
2500 19.2 23.8 12000 12.2
2600 18.8 23.2 14000 14.2
2700 18.4 23.1

Engine IO-540
Rated
HP 260
55% 75% Delta
RPM MAP MAP Altitude HP
2000 23.2 29.4 2000 5
2100 22.4 28.1 4000 9
2200 21.5 26.8 6000 13
2300 20.7 25.7 8000 17
2400 19.8 24.7 10000 21
2500 19.3 24 12000 25
2600 18.8 23.3 14000 29
2700 18.5 22.5

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EGT/CHT Display Modes
The Exhaust Gas Temperatures (EGT) and Cylinder Head Temperatures (CHT) for every cylinder are
continuously displayed in both analog and digital formats. The cylinders are laid out sequentially with cylinder
#1 on the left followed by cylinder #2 to its right and so on. The graph uses small white bars for the CHT that
are superimposed onto the larger EGT bars. The graph uses a dual scale that represents the CHT scale on
the left side and the EGT scale on the right. The digital reading for each column is displayed above each bar
for CHT and below for EGT. During normal operation the EGT and CHT bars will align themselves in a very
easy to recognize pattern.
Leaning EGT Mode (Peak Detect)
The leaning peak detection mode is selected from the main screen by pressing the [ENGINE] -> [PEAK]. As
the engine is leaned, the EGT bars for all cylinders will rise. As each cylinder reaches peak EGT, a tattletale
marker will appear at the top of that cylinder’s bar. The current EGT is shown on the bottom of the bar, Peak
EGT is displayed on the top and the degrees rich or lean of peak are displayed on the bar. If the mixture is
enrichened before all cylinders have peaked, the unit will detect the EGT drop and display a false peak. The
peak detection can be reset at any time by pressing [RESET] when PEAK is selected.

Warning: Never lean the engine with power settings beyond the factory recommended
level (generally 65% to 75% power).

Leaning with high power settings can cause detonation. Always verify power level with engine charts before
leaning. As the engine is leaned past maximum horsepower (100F to 150F rich of peak EGT) the engine will
lose power.

Flight Times

Flight times are displayed on the top of the maintenance

check list page. Press the [CHECK] -> [MAINT]

Tach Time: Hours on engine above 1250 RPM.

Hobbs Time: Hours on engine above 0 RPM.
Last Flight: Hobbs time for the last flight.
Today: Hobbs time since 12:00 AM today.

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Checklists
To view checklists pages press the [CHECK] button from
the main screen. Rotate the joystick to scroll through the
checklists. To return to the main screen press the
[BACK] button.

If the [CHECK] button is pressed the page that is

displayed is controlled by the following:

ENGINE RPM PAGE Normal Use

0 1 Before Starting Engine
<1250 3 Before Takeoff Checklist
>1250 6 Emergency Checklist

This will make the emergency procedures checklist easy to access in the event of an in-flight emergency.
The checklist file is stored in the CHKLST.AFD file and can be transferred using the SD card from the EFIS
Calibration Menu. [SET] -> [CAL] -> [ADMIN SETTINGS] -> [TRANSFER FILES]
1. Admin Settings
1. Transfer Files
2. Checklists file
Press [SAVE]
The text for the checklists is stored in the following format and can be modified using Microsoft Word Pad on a PC.
# Lines are limited to 96 char long
#
# DO NOT USE COMMAS IN THE CHECKLIST TEXT !

CHKLST0.TITLE, BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

CHKLST0.LINE1, Preflight Complete
CHKLST0.LINE2, Spar Pins Secured - CHECK
CHKLST0.LINE3, Safety Belts - ON
CHKLST0.LINE4, Doors - LATCHED
CHKLST0.LINE5, Fuel Selector Valve - DESIRED TANK
CHKLST0.LINE6, Avionics - OFF
CHKLST0.LINE7, Brakes - SET
CHKLST0.LINE8, Circuit Breakers - CHECK IN
CHKLST0.LINE9,
CHKLST0.LINE10,
CHKLST0.LINE11,
CHKLST0.LINE12,

CHKLST1.TITLE, ENGINE STARTING

CHKLST1.LINE1, Mixture - RICH
CHKLST1.LINE2, Prop - HIGH RPM
CHKLST1.LINE3, Master Switch - ON
CHKLST1.LINE4, Fuel Boost Pump (3 Sec)
CHKLST1.LINE5, Flaps - UP
CHKLST1.LINE6, Throttle - OPEN approx 1/4
CHKLST1.LINE7, Propeller Area - CLEAR
CHKLST1.LINE8, Ignition Switch - START
CHKLST1.LINE9, Oil Pressure – CHECK

CHKLST1.LINE10, Strobes - ON
CHKLST1.LINE11,
CHKLST1.LINE12,

CHKLST2.TITLE, BEFORE TAKEOFF 1/2

CHKLST2.LINE1, Brakes - SET

CHKLST2.LINE2, Spar Pins Secured - CHECKED
CHKLST2.LINE3, Doors - LATCHED
CHKLST2.LINE4, Flight Controls - FREE & CORRECT

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CHKLST2.LINE5, Flight Instruments - SET
CHKLST2.LINE6, Altimeter - CORRECT PRESSURE
CHKLST2.LINE7, Fuel Selector Valve - DESIRED TANK
CHKLST2.LINE8, Mixture - RICH (below 3000ft)
CHKLST2.LINE9, Elevator and Aileron Trim - NEUTRAL
CHKLST2.LINE10, Throttle -- 1800 RPM
CHKLST2.LINE11, ...Magnetos - CHECK (175 max drop)
CHKLST2.LINE12, ...Prop - CHECK OPERATION

To re store the c hec klist file to the EFIS p erform the sa m e step s a b ove b ut instea d p ress [REST]

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Maintenance Log
The system has an Aircraft Maintenance Log that can be setup to track
any number of user configurable items. Each item can be configured as a
Tach time or calendar time controlled event. Once the time interval has
expired the item will turn red indicating the need for service.
To update the Date and Tach Time press [UPDATE] from the Aircraft
Maintenance page: [CHECK] -> [MAINT]

The Maintenance Log is selected from the following menu:

[CHECK] -> [MAINT]

The Maintenance settings are controlled by the file:

MAINT.AFD
The file is in the following format and can be modified using Microsoft
Word Pad on a PC.

Units must be Tach hours or days.

DESC, Annual Inspection
LASTDATE, 08-05-2006
LASTTACH, 210.80
INTERVAL, 250
UNITS, tach hours
NEXTLINE, 0
DESC, Tires
LASTDATE, 04-05-2005
LASTTACH, 95.10
INTERVAL, 365
UNITS, days
NEXTLINE, 0
DESC, Oil and Filter
LASTDATE, 06/19/2006
LASTTACH, 195.30
INTERVAL, 100
UNITS, tach hours
NEXTLINE, 0
DESC, ELT Batteries
LASTDATE, 08/05/2006
LASTTACH, 210.80
INTERVAL, 400
UNITS, days
NEXTLINE, 0
DESC, Insurance
LASTDATE, 08/05/2006

LASTTACH, 210.80
INTERVAL, 180
UNITS, days
NEXTLINE, 0

The Maintenance file can be transferred to/from the SD card to/from the EFIS by pressing [SET] -> [CAL] ->
[ADMIN SETTINGS] -> [TRANSFER FILES]
1. Admin Settings
1. Transfer Files
3. Maintenance
Press [SAVE] to copy the file to the SD Card
Press [REST] to copy the file back to the EFIS from the SD Card

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Weight & Balance Screen

The Weight & Balance page is selected from the

following menu:
[CHECK] -> [W&B]
The middle knob is used to select the station to adjust.
The joystick is used to adjust the weight/qty at the
selected station.
The Weight & Balance settings are controlled by the
files:
AIRCRAFT.AFD Stations, Weights, Screen Location
AIRCRAFT.AFB Standard .BMP of the aircraft picture.
To transfer the files to/from the SD card from the EFIS
Calibration startup screen.
1. Admin Settings
1. Transfer Files
4. Weight & Balance
Press [SAVE] to copy the file to the SD Card
Press [REST] to copy the file back to the
EFIS from the SD Card

The normal weight & balance settings can be adjusted on the Weight &
Balance page by pressing the [STATIONS] button. The QTY and ARM
of the station can be modified on this page.
The X and Y of the station on the screen can by changed by pressing
[ADJ POS] on the main W&B page. This will change where the station is
displayed using X and Y screen coordinates. The upper right knob is
used for [X ADJ] and the middle knob used for [Y ADJ] for the text on
the aircraft bitmap. The Aircraft Type, Gross Weight and CG Range will
need to be modified using Microsoft Word Pad and editing the
AIRCRAFT.AFD file on a PC.
The aircraft bitmap can be changed using Microsoft Paint and editing the
AIRCRAFT.AFB file, do not change the overall dimensions of the Bit
Map.

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Flight Data Logs
Flight Data from the system is downloaded using the SD data card from the Maintenance checklist page. To
download flight data do the following:
1. Place an SD card in the Screen
2. Press [SET] -> [LOGS]
3. Choose which logs to download. The options are:
[TODAY] - Today's Flight(s)
[LST FLT] - The Last Flight
[ALL] - All data logs stored on the system

Importing Flight Data to Excel

Once the data is saved onto a card, it can be imported into Microsoft Excel by the following procedure:
1. From Excel select File Open
2. Change the file type to All Files (*.*)
3. Open the SD drive folder
4. Select the *.ALD file to open. The data files are stored using the following name:
ymmddhhm.ALD where
y year
mm month
dd date
hh hour
m minute
5. The Text Import Wizard should start and press Next

6. Select the Delimiters – Check Tab & Comma and then press Finish

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AF-5000 Installation Manual
System Overview and Planning
The following steps should be followed in order to successfully install an AF-5000 based
system in the aircraft. More detailed information for each section can be found in this
manual.
1. System Overview and Planning

The first thing you should do is make a block diagram of all the components that will be connected in
the aircraft. The block diagram should include all the EFIS screens, Radios, GPS units, Transponder,
AP, and ADS-B Receiver. You need to decide which screen will be the PFD in front of the pilot and
which screen will have the engine monitor board (EMS). The block diagram should clearly indicate
where each EFIS screen serial port will be connected to each piece of equipment. The following
requirements should be followed:

a. The PFD screen should have an AHRS and Pitot Static connected to it.
b. The AF-ARINC module that is wired to the Autopilot should be wired to the PFD
c. A GPS Navigator’s (430W, GTN650, GTN750) RS-232 serial port must be wired to the same EFIS
screen as the AF-ARINC module that is also connected.
d. The Transponder should be wired to the PFD
e. If the aircraft has two Nav radios each one should be wired to a different screen for backup
reliability.
f. If the aircraft has two GPS units each one should be wired to a different screen for backup
reliability.
g. You can’t have XM and ADS-B weather with a single screen system.
2. Mechanical Mounting

Find convenient mounting locations for all the components: Screens, AHRS, Transponder, ADS-B…
keeping in mind that they might need to be removed for service after the aircraft is finished. The EFIS
screens should be mounted from the front of the panel using the supplied 6-32 screws. It is highly
recommend that you use 6-32 PEM or Nut Plates for screen mounting to the instrument panel.

3. Component Power and Ground Wiring

Connect each EFIS screen and component to a separate properly sized fuse or circuit breaker. Each
EFIS screen MUST have the backup power wired to a backup battery or fused direct aircraft battery
connection. All EFIS screens and components should be wired to a good ground connection.

4. Screen RS-232 Serial Port Wiring

Using your block diagram wire the EFIS Screen(s) serial ports to the external equipment.

5. Screen Digital Inputs and Output wiring

a. Digital inputs are not shared between screens, if you are using the inputs for door or canopy warning
they should be wired to the PFD screen.

b. Inputs used for Landing Gear should be wired to the PFD

c. Inputs should be wired to a switch that connects to ground to activate.

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The Digital Output is designed to be used with a warning light and will connect to ground anytime an
EFIS warning is activated.

6. Pitot-Static- AOA Plumbing

The EFIS screen Pitot and Static connections are standard 1/8” NPT. Double check that you don’t have
them reversed!

7. Ethernet Wiring

The Ethernet connection is a Standard CAT 5 cable between screens. If you are connecting to an AF-
4500 or AF-3500 EFIS screen you will need to use a crossover cable. If you are using more than one
screen or Ethernet XM weather you will need to use a separate Ethernet Switch.

8. Engine Sensor Installation and Wiring

Wire each engine sensor to the EFIS screen with the EMS board installed using the sensor wiring
schematic.

9. Configure Screen communication settings for AHRS, Airdata, Engine on each screen

Configure the IP Address for each screen in the aircraft. The PFD EFIS Screen must have IP Address
175. Two EFIS Screens in the same aircraft must not have the same IP Adress. Only the EFIS screen
with the EMS board should be configured with Engine Module TXD, the other screens should be
configured as RXD.

EFIS Screen with EMS Board Other Screens in Aircraft

10. Configure Serial Ports and GPS/NAV data sources on each screen

Configure each serial port on each EFIS screen for the type of data it will be sending and receiving. The
three GPS/NAV data sources on all EFIS screens in the aircraft must be pointed to the same device.
You should never point a GPS/NAV data source to the RS-232 Aviation serial port connected to a GPS
Navigator (430W, GTN650, GTN750) it should only be used with the AF-ARINC serial port connect to it.

11. Select correct engine sensor part number for each engine sensor on the Screen with
the EMS board installed in it.

The correct part number for each engine sensor should be selected on the EFIS screen with the EMS
board installed. You cannot select the sensor part number on an EFIS screen without an EMS board
installed.

12. Calibrate the Fuel Tanks sensors on the Screen with the EMS board installed.

You must calibrate the fuel tanks on the EFIS Screen with the EMS board installed. You cannot
calibrate the fuel tanks on an EFIS screen without an EMS board installed.

13. Calibrate the Trim and Flap sensors on the Screen with the EMS board installed.
You must calibrate the Trim and Flaps on the EFIS Screen with the EMS board installed. You cannot
calibrate the Trim and Flaps on an EFIS screen without an EMS board installed.

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14. Configure the Aircraft V Speeds on each screen
This will need to be configured on each EFIS Screen in the Aircraft.

15. Configure each Engine Gauges Red-Yellow-Green ranges on each Screen.

This will need to be configured on each EFIS Screen in the Aircraft.

16. Configure the Fuel Tank size and Red-Yellow-Green ranges on each Screen.

This will need to be configured on each EFIS Screen in the Aircraft.

17. Configure Weight and Balance data on each screen.

This will need to be configured on each EFIS Screen in the Aircraft.

18. Configure Check List data on each screen.

This will need to be configured on each EFIS Screen in the Aircraft.

19. Configure the Inputs on each Screen.

Each EFIS Screen has three unique inputs that will need to be configured.

20. Configure Radio Settings on each screen

The Radio type will need to be configured on each EFIS Screen in the Aircraft that you want to be able
to tune the Radio on.

21. Configure Transponder Settings on each screen

The Transponder type will need to be configured on each EFIS Screen in the Aircraft that you want to
be able to tune the Transponder on.

22. Verify Correct Airdata settings and plumbing with a Pitot/Static test before the first
flight.

You should have a Pitot-Static and Transponder test performed on the aircraft to verify that
everything is working correctly before the aircraft is flown for the first time.

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EFIS Screen Rear Connections

AF-5600/ 5800 Rea r View

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AF-5500 Rea r View

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Mechanical Mounting
The Display should be mounted from the front of the instrument panel with four 6-32 screws in the bezel
corners. For ease of service the panel should have 6-32 plate nuts installed for mounting the screens.

AF-5800

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AF-5600

AF-5600 Screen Cut Out

AF-5500

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 AF-5500 Screen Cut Out

The rear connectors are 3.75” from the front panel and the plugs require another 3” for clearance. The case
ground screw in the middle of the heat sink should be connected to the main aircraft ground buss with a #18
AGW wire.

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72200 Advanced-SV ADAHRS-200/201
P/N: 72200 and 72201
All AF-5000 EFIS systems that support the Advanced-SV network
(Rev 7 hardware) can use the P/N: 72200 Primary and 72201
Backup Advanced-SV ADAHRS units connected to the network.

Proper installation of the Advanced-SV ADAHRS module(s) is critical. PFD performance is

significantly linked to a proper ADAHRS installation. The installation location must meet all of the
mechanical, magnetic, orientation, and environmental requirements detailed below.

ADAHRS with Respect to Center-of-Gravity

The location should also be magnetically benign. Given that it may be difficult or impossible to avoid all
sources of magnetic interference, it is possible to characterize and compensate for small, static magnetic
fields with calibration. Calibration cannot, however, compensate for dynamic magnetic fields (e.g., AC
currents, non-constant DC currents, and non-stationary ferrous material such as electric turn coordinators
and control surfaces). Thus, you must avoid mounting the module close to sources of dynamic magnetic
fields, avoid wires that carry large amounts of current, and use non-magnetic fasteners for installation. AFS’s
general rule of thumb is that 1 to 2 feet between the module and sources of magnetic fields is generally good
enough, but 2 or more feet is better.

Use of stainless steel mounting hardware is not recommended as it is not always non-magnetic.

If you use a magnet to test whether possible interfering materials are non-magnetic, do not actually
touch the magnet to the material you are testing, as this contact can cause the material you are
testing to become magnetized.

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 Move a handheld compass throughout the space surrounding your intended location to get a
rough idea of the suitability of the area. Note that this test should be done with major aircraft
systems operating (e.g., strobe lights and radios on) because some systems can cause
magnetic interference. If the compass needle deviates significantly from magnetic North or
cycles back and forth, the location is not ideal for ADAHRS installation.

Advanced-SV Network
ADAHRS Installation Orientation

An ADAHRS module should be mounted within one degree of parallel to all three aircraft axes, with the
pneumatic fittings facing toward the front of the aircraft. The module’s mounting tabs must be on the bottom.
The label must be on the top. Figure 2 shows the correct orientation of the ADAHRS as it would appear if
you were above the aircraft, looking down at it. The module will not operate properly if it is rotated or inverted
in any other orientation.

There are no module-to-module proximity requirements when installing multiple ADAHRS

modules in an aircraft. For example, one ADAHRS may be installed on top of another ADAHRS
module. Other installation location requirements still apply.

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The ADAHRS installation location should also adhere to the following requirements:

• Avoid locations that are lower than the lowest point in the pitot/static system to reduce the chance of
allowing moisture to enter the module.

• Avoid locations that are subject to severe vibration.

• Avoid locations that are subject to rapid changes in temperature.

• Avoid locations that are subject to extreme humidity.

• Leave ample working room for electrical and pneumatic connections.

Advanced-SV Network Wiring

The Advanced-SV ADAHRS is connected to the EFIS using the Advanced-SV network cables, hubs and
splitters. See Appendix C for the pin outs of the AF-5000 to Advanced SV Network.

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ADAHRS-200/201 Magnetic Heading Calibration
AFS calibrates every ADAHRS during manufacture, however a separate calibration is
required to accurately measure magnetic heading in an aircraft installation. The
calibration procedure in this section simultaneously calibrates every SV-ADAHRS-20X
in the Advanced-SV network.

Magnetic heading calibration requires pointing the aircraft in four directions and acquiring data at each
direction. The aircraft’s configuration and major systems should be in a state that resembles flight
conditions during calibration (i.e., the canopy should be closed, the aircraft’s pitch attitude matches
AF-5000’s attitude depiction, the engine should be running, and all electronic devices should be on).
An accurate method of aligning the aircraft with magnetic North, East, South, and West, such as an
airport’s compass rose, is required.

Tail wheel equipped aircraft can be calibrated in their normal nose up ground attitude
as long as the AF-5000 attitude display shows the correct corresponding nose up
attitude.

A working GPS receiver must be connected to the AF-5000 system in order to calibrate
magnetic heading. The AF-5000 uses GPS-derived position information to calculate
magnetic intensity, declination, and variation.

It is important to calibrate magnetic heading in an area that has been verified to be

magnetically neutral. The presence of steel reinforcement (rebar), electrical power
lines under the tarmac, or other natural deposits of ferrous metals can result in an
inaccurate compass calibration. Airport compass roses are usually verified to be
magnetically neutral. For more information on this issue see FAA Notice Number:
NOTC4031:
https://www.faasafety.gov/files/notices/2012/Aug/CAUTION_TLP_031612_Rev10.pdf

Procedure
1. Move the Aircraft to open area on Asphalt

2. Turn on the EFIS and wait for the Attitude Indeterminate Red X to go away.

3. Select MAG cal on the EFIS from the following menu: [SET] -> [AHRS] -> [MAG CAL]
HOLD Button for 2 seconds
4. After accessing the MAG Align menu press the [START] button and follow the on-screen directions.

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Remote AHRS / Magnetometer
If the EFIS has been factory configured to use either an internal Crossbow AHRS with a remote
magnetometer or the remote P/N:72010 AHRS/Magnetometer it will have Pitot and Static connections. Only
the very early AF-5000 screens were shipped with the internal Crossbow AHRS. All AF-5000 screens
manufactured since May 2012 with Pitot-Static ports should be configured for a RS-232 remote AHRS and
will have a –R part number.
Example: AF-5600EE-R

AF-5000EF or EE EFIS units without a –R part number

Must use the Remote Magnetometer P/N: 8350-0480 (Gold color)

AF-5000EF or EE EFIS units with the –R part number

Must use the remote AHRS/Magnetometer P/N: 72010 (Red color)

Magnetometer Installation P/N: 8350-0480

The Remote Magnetometer P/N: 8350-0480 must be mounted so
that its orientation is as closely aligned with the EFIS screen as
possible. It should be mounted with the electrical connector facing
toward the front of the plane, and the mounting tabs on the bottom.
The bracket used to hold the remote magnetometer must account
for all differences in angles between the EFIS and the remote
Magnetometer. This includes pitch, roll, and yaw. Using an
electronic level that reads to 1/10th of a degree to make sure it is aligned with the EFIS in pitch and roll to
better than 2/10ths of a degree is recommended. Dual Magnetometers should be mounted about 10” apart.

AHRS/Magnetometer Installation P/N: 72010

The Remote AHRS/Magnetometer P/N: 72010 should be mounted
so that its orientation is closely aligned with the Aircraft. It
should be mounted with the electrical connector facing toward the
front of the aircraft with the mounting tabs on the bottom. Dual
AHRS/Magnetometers should be mounted about 10” apart.

Mounting Location (P/N: 72010 or P/N:8350-0480)

The remote magnetometer must not be located within 24 inches of any large, moving, ferrous metal objects
such as landing gear components, motors, steel control cables or linkage. Avoid any metallic objects that
may change position between ground operations and flight operations, such as landing gear, flap actuators,
and control linkages.
The remote magnetometer should not be located close to high current DC power cables or 400 cycle AC
power cables and their associated magnetic fields. Wires carrying high currents, alternate currents, or
intermittent currents can cause magnetic variations that will affect the unit. Keep wires with these
characteristics at least 24 inches away from the remote magnetometer. These wires can include:
Battery wires
Strobe wires
Autopilot control wires
Position light wires
Mounting Hardware
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The remote AHRS or magnetometer should be mounted using #6-32 brass or aluminum screws and
nuts.

Wiring Connections
The remote AHRS or magnetometer is connected to the EFIS Main Cable using the supplied 4 conductor
shielded cable. Route the 4 conductor cable from the EFIS to the magnetometer, trim the cable to length
and solder the DB-9 female plug using the following:

EFIS DB-25 Magnetometer

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P/N: 72010 Magnetometer Alignment
A Magnetometer alignment will need to be performed after the system has been installed or any time the
aircraft has had any major changes that could affect the magnetometer. The Magnetometer alignment will
need to be performed in an area where the aircraft can easily be rotated. The alignment should be done with
the engine stopped and the aircraft electronics on.

• The Magnetometer Alignment must be done with no vibration, the engine must be off!
• The aircraft needs to be in the same configuration as if in flight ! If you have a sliding canopy it must
be closed as many are magnetized.
• Aircraft should be at least 50 feet from any metal structure !
• Do not align the Magnetometer with the aircraft located on a concrete ramp with rebar !
• The AHRS must remain in the same attitude during the Mag alignment ! Do not push down on the
aircraft tail to get the plane to turn!
• Do not try to do a Mag align while the AHRS is initializing with the Red X !
• Aircraft should be rotated at approximately 360 degrees in 45 seconds and should require 1 to 1 ½
turns.

Magnetometer Alignment Procedure

1. Move the Aircraft to open area on Asphalt

2. Turn on the EFIS and wait for the Attitude Indeterminate Red X to go away.

3. Select MAG cal on the EFIS from the following menu: [SET] -> [AHRS] -> [MAG CAL]
HOLD Button for 2 seconds

4. After accessing the MAG Align menu press the [START] button and follow the on-screen directions.
Once instructed to start tuning the aircraft you must start rotating in less than 5 seconds.

5. Rotate the aircraft at a rate of approximately 360 degrees in 45 seconds and continue to rotate until
instructed to stop. You should have to turn the aircraft between 1 and 1 ½ turns. It should take 250-
300 data points during the 1 to 1 ½ turns. If the data points are counting at a slower rate the AHRS
is detecting too much vibration or Magnetic interference.

6. If the AHRS displays an Elliptical Error you should try the procedure again only after the Attitude
Indeterminate Red X to goes away.

7. If you continue to experience Elliptical Errors you will need to relocate the AHRS to a better location.

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EFIS Outside Air Temperature Transducer Installation
The OAT transducer P/N: 40305 is mounted on the airframe with a 3/8" hole where the exhaust will not affect
it. Testing has shown the bottom of the wing is an excellent location. The OAT sensor wires should be
connected from the EFIS Main Harness to the sensor with Fast On Terminals, Butt Connectors or with solder
and heat shrink. If you are using the Advanced-SV ADAHRS unit this OAT sensor is not required, you
will use the ADAHRS connected OAT sensor.

CAUTION Static Sensitive Part: Always ground yourself before wiring.

OAT Calibration
1. Place the EFIS into Instrument Calibration mode. Use the [NEXT] button to scroll down to OAT and
press [SELECT].
2. Adjust the Shift Adjust value until the OAT is reading correctly.
3. Press [SAVE]

Alarm Output
The system has an output that will be connected to ground if one of the gauges is in the RED warning band
or an input is configured to trigger the alarm. The Alarm Output can be used to drive a master warning light
on the panel.
If multiple screens are used, only ONE screens alarm output is needs to be utilized. All EFIS and Engine
alarms will be transferred to the main screen.

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For wiring information see APPENDIX M:

Electrical Connections
For wiring information see APPENDIX M:

EFIS Main Power Connections

The AF-5000 Series power requirement is 12 volts at 2.8 Amps, a 5 amp circuit breaker or fuse should be
used for the system.

All wire should meet Mil Standard MIL-W-22759/16 (Tefzel insulation)

20 AWG wire is normally sufficient for the power supply and ground wires.

EFIS Main Cable (DB-25)

Pin 1, 15 Red Master Power
Pin 2, 3 Black Master Ground
The master power pins are internally connected.

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EFIS Backup Power Connections

The AF-5000 Series backup power input must be connect to the aircraft battery or a TCW backup battery
module. The backup power input keeps the clock time when shut down and prevents an EFIS reboot when
starting the aircraft engine.
EFIS Expansion Cable (DB-15)
Pin 6 Red Backup/KeepAlive Power Input
Pin 15 Black Backup Power Ground

CAUTION: The screen case and sensors must have a good ground to the aircraft battery. The case
grounding screw should be connected with at least a 20 awg wire to the main aircraft ground buss.

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EFIS Backup Battery Wiring
P/N: 71713 3 AMP hours for a single screen
P/N: 71714 6 AMP hours for two screens

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P/N: 71703 2 AMP hours for a single screen **Old Model
P/N: 71704 4 AMP hours for two screens **Old Model

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Audio Connections
If two EFIS units are being installed, the audio from only 1 screen should be connected. All alerts are passed
through the Ethernet network.

The harness is wired for a 560-ohm audio output that allows you to match the output impedance of the
system to standard aircraft audio panel and intercom audio devices. If your radio or audio panel does not
have an unswitched audio input you will need to purchase a audio mixer. Do not attempt to connect the
EFIS audio to a music input on an intercom, they are not the same impedance and it will not be loud enough.
Do not attempt to connect the EFIS audio along with a com radio to the same intercom input.

We recommend the following audio mixer if you do not have an audio panel:

http://www.fdatasystems.com/AP_60.htm

For wiring information see APPENDIX M:

Volume Adjustment
The volume can be adjusted from the
Instrument Calibration Audio Test menu.

The range is (0%-100%) and is adjusted

using the knob followed by pressing the
[SAVE] button.

The Test Audio menu will play all the

sounds in the system.

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Screen Communication Settings (AHRS, AirData, EMS)
Each EFIS screen in the aircraft needs to be configured to talk to an AHRS, EMS , Airdata, and any remote
EFIS screens.
Primary and Remote Screen IP Addresses

• Set the IP Address: This Display for each screen in the airplane using the following table:

Pilot Screen Co Pilot Screen #2 Screen #3

PFD EM MFD
175 176 177

• Set the IP Address Other Display setting in each screen in the airplane. This is the IP Address of
the remote screen that will supply the AHRS and Airdata to the screen. This should NEVER be set
to the screens own IP Address. If you have a single EFIS screen you should set it to 176.

Example Configuration for a three EFIS screen system

Pilot PFD EFIS Screen Center EM EFIS Screen Co Pilot MFD Screen

Engine Module Config

Hardware Network Description

OFF RXD Get Engine Data from Remote Screen
INT TXD EMS Board installed send Data to Remote Screen
INT OFF EMS Board installed no Remote Screen
EXT * TXD Turbine/FADEC send data to Remote Screen
EXT * OFF Turbine/FADEC no Remote Screen
CAN TXD CAN BUSS Engine send data to Remote Screen
CAN OFF CAN BUSS Engine no Remote Screen
OFFLINE No Engine Module Connected
* EFIS Screen Serial Port must be wired to Engine Module

Example Configuration for a three EFIS screen system

Pilot PFD EFIS Screen Center EFIS Screen with Engine Board Co Pilot EFIS Screen

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Air Module Config

Hardware Network Description

OFF RXD Get Air Data from Remote Screen
INT TXD Air Data installed send Data to Remote Screen
INT OFF Air Data installed no Remote Screen
OFFLINE No Air Data connected
* EFIS Screen Serial Port must be wired to Engine Module

Example Configuration for a three EFIS screen system

Pilot PFD EFIS Screen with Air Data Center EFIS Screen with Air Data Co Pilot EFIS Screen no Air Data

AHRS Module Config

Hardware Network Description

OFF RXD Get AHRS Data from Remote Screen
INT TXD AFS AHRS Connected send Data to Remote Screen
INT OFF AFS AHRS Connected no Remote Screen
EXT * TXD Remote AHRS send data to Remote Screen
EXT * OFF Remote AHRS no Remote Screen
OFFLINE No Engine Module Connected
* Remote AHRS wired to Serial Port 1 – 4 ; Dynon D10, Levil, SBG

Example Configuration for a three EFIS screen system

Pilot PFD EFIS Screen with AHRS Center EFIS Screen with AHRS Co Pilot EFIS Screen no AHRS

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EFIS Serial Port Connections
Each EFIS screen has four serial ports that can be used for external equipment (GPS, NAV, Traffic, FADEC
Engine, ect..) communication. If you have more than one screen installed in your aircraft and they are
connected with Ethernet you can share the serial ports between screens. For the serial ports and navigation
sources (GPS, NAV) to work properly you will need to configure the actual serial port number hardware
settings as well as assign an EFIS navigation source to a serial port number. The following steps should be
followed:

Serial Port Planning

The EFIS screen that is directly in front of the pilot shall be the Primary Flight Display (PFD). The PFD
should have the following:
• IP Address 175

• AF-ARINC Module should be wired to the PFD serial port (#1, #2, #3, or #4)

• The ARINC and RS-232 serial ports from a GPS Navigator (430W, GTN650,…) must be wired to the
same screen.

• The GPS/NAV 1,2,3 data source for a GPS Navigator (430W, GTN650,…) must never point to the
AVTN Serial port.

• The AF-Pilot RS-232 Serial port should be wired to the PFD serial port (#1, #2, #3, or #4)

• In a two screen installation two GPS units should not be wired to the same screen.

• In a two screen installation two NAV (VOR/ILS) radios should not be wired to the same screen.

• The Transponder must be wired to the PFD EFIS screen

• In a two screen installation the ADS-B unit should be wired to the MFD screen.

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STEP 1

Serial Port # Function Hardware Setup

This is where you configure each serial port for the external device that is physically wired to the port. You
will need to know which serial port each device is wired to on the screen and what the external devices
communication settings are. From [Instrument Calibration] mode you should select the following menu to
configure each Serial Port:
[1. Admin Settings] ->
Serial Port # Options Notes

Serial Port #1-4 Functions DISABLED Nothing wired to port

Ext. AHRS External AHRS input
NMEA @ 4800 External GPS with NMEA @ 4800 baud
TRFC/ICARUS Garmin Traffic In / ICARUS Out
SL-30 Garmin SL-30 radio connected
ARINC AF-ARINC module connected to port
AVTN/CHELTON Chelton Engine Data Out
AVTN/ARNAV 430W/530W or GPS with Aviation format
FADEC SBC-100 FADEC Data In
FADEC SBC-250 Do Not Use
OP TECH OP Engine Data Out
NMEA/AVTN NMEA 9600 In / AVIATION Out
TRFC/SHADIN ALT Garmin Traffic In/ SHADIN Out
GARMIN AT Garmin AT format, Dynon gray code converter
MAGELLAN Transponders set to MAGELLAN format
NORTHSTAR Transponders set to NORTHSTAR format
AFS GPS AFS GPS
TRAFFIC Garmin Traffic format (GTX 330, Zaon, ADS-B)
AVTN/AVTN Aviation In / Aviation Out
VPX Vertical Power VP-X Interface
COGUARD CO Guardian Interface
ADSB NavWorx ADS-B Interface

NOTES: STEP 1 should be done for all screens in the aircraft and only configured for the equipment
that is physically connected to that screens serial ports.

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STEP 2

GPS/NAV # Data Source Software Setup

This is where you configure the three available EFIS CDI and Moving Map data sources (GPS/NAV 1,2,3) to
their assigned serial ports. The data sources for multiple screens must be configured to the same navigation
source. If you configure GPS/NAV1 as Serial Port 4 (ARINC Module connect to Port #4) on the left screen
the right screen must be set GPS/NAV1 as Remote ARINC. This configures the EFIS to read the data from
the ARINC port anytime GNAV 1 is selected from either screen.
From [Instrument Calibration] mode you should select the following menu to configure each GPS/NAV Data
Source

[1. Admin Settings] ->

GPS/NAV # Options Notes
10. GPS/NAV 1-3 Data Source*
NONE No connected Nav or GPS
Serial Port #1 GPS or Nav Radio Connect to Serial Port #1
Serial Port #2 GPS or Nav Radio Connect to Serial Port #2
Serial Port #3 GPS or Nav Radio Connect to Serial Port #3
Serial Port #4 GPS or Nav Radio Connect to Serial Port #4
Remote GPS GPS connected to remote screen
Remote ARINC GPS/NAV connected to remote screen ARINC
Remove NAV SL-30 connected to remote screen.

NOTES:
*If you have an ARINC module it must be configured as the GPS/NAV1 Data Source.
**If you have a second ARINC module it must be configured as the GPS/NAV2 Data Source.

Depending on the type of Nav Radio connected to the GPS/NAV data source it will be displayed on the
screen as one of the following:
GNAVx GPS Navigator 430W/530W/480
GPSx GPS Only Unit
NAVx SL30 Nav Radio
Where x is the order number of the GPS or Nav radio, a GPS Navigator has a GPS and a Nav radio and will
be displayed as GNAV1 for the first unit and GNAV2 for the second.

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AF-5000 EFIS, Vertical Power VPX-Pro, (430W or GTN650), AF-Pilot, GTX 327

Serial Port #1 430W + GTX 327

Serial Port #2 AF-Pilot
Serial Port #3 VPX-PRO
Serial Port #4 AF-ARINC Module

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The following examples should help you configure your system:

<Example #1> Single Screen, Garmin 496, GTX 327 and SL30
5. Serial Port #1 Function NMEA/AVTN Garmin 496 GPS
6. Serial Port #2 Function TRFC/ICARUS Garmin GTX 327 Transponder
7. Serial Port #3 Function SL-30 SL30 Nav/Com
8. Serial Port #4 Function DISABLED
9. Serial Port Network Sharing DISABLED
10. GPS/NAV 1 Data Source Serial Port #1 GPS 1
11. GPS/NAV 2 Data Source Serial Port #3 NAV 1
12. GPS/NAV 3 Data Source NONE

<Example #2> Single Screen with AF-ARINC, Garmin 430W, GTX 327 and SL30
5. Serial Port #1 Function AVTN/ARNAV Garmin 430W GPS RS-232 Port
6. Serial Port #2 Function TRFC/ICARUS Garmin GTX 327 Transponder
7. Serial Port #3 Function SL-30 SL30 Nav/Com
8. Serial Port #4 Function ARINC AF-ARINC Module -> 430W
9. Serial Port Network Sharing DISABLED
10. GPS/NAV 1 Data Source Serial Port #4 GNAV 1
11. GPS/NAV 2 Data Source Serial Port #3 NAV 2
12. GPS/NAV 3 Data Source NONE

<Example #3> Single Screen with AF-ARINC, Garmin 430W, GTX327, FADEC Engine
5. Serial Port #1 Function AVTN/ARNAV Garmin 430W GPS RS-232 Port
6. Serial Port #2 Function TRFC/ICARUS Garmin GTX 327 Transponder
7. Serial Port #3 Function FADEC SBC-100 FADEC Engine Controller
8. Serial Port #4 Function ARINC AF-ARINC Module -> 430W
9. Serial Port Network Sharing DISABLED
10. GPS/NAV 1 Data Source Serial Port #4 GNAV 1
11. GPS/NAV 2 Data Source NONE
12. GPS/NAV 3 Data Source NONE

<Example #4> Dual Screen with AF-ARINC, Garmin 430W, GTX 330, SL30, 496

SCREEN 1 (430W, GTX330, SL30)

5. Serial Port #1 Function AVTN/ARNAV Garmin 430W GPS RS-232 Port
6. Serial Port #2 Function TRFC/ICARUS Garmin GTX 330 Transponder
7. Serial Port #3 Function SL-30 SL30 Nav/Com
8. Serial Port #4 Function ARINC AF-ARINC Module -> 430W
9. Serial Port Network Sharing ENABLED
10. GPS/NAV 1 Data Source Serial Port #4 GNAV 1 -> 430W
11. GPS/NAV 2 Data Source Serial Port #3 NAV 2 -> SL30
12. GPS/NAV 3 Data Source REMOTE GPS GPS 2 -> 496 from other screen

SCREEN 2 (496)
5. Serial Port #1 Function NMEA/AVTN Garmin 496
6. Serial Port #2 Function DISABLED
7. Serial Port #3 Function DISABLED
8. Serial Port #4 Function DISABLED
9. Serial Port Network Sharing ENABLED
10. GPS/NAV 1 Data Source REMOTE ARINC GNAV 1 -> 430W from other screen
11. GPS/NAV 2 Data Source REMOTE NAV NAV 2 -> SL30 from other screen
12. GPS/NAV 3 Data Source Serial Port #1 GPS 2 -> 496 this screen

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AFS EFIS Serial Port Work Sheet N_ _ _ _ _

Screen 1

Serial Port # Preferred Use Device Data Format NAV Data Source Label
(GNAVx GPSx NAVx)

Serial Port #1 GPS RS-232

Serial Port #2 Encoder/Traffic

Serial Port #3 SL30, ARINC

Serial Port #4 ARINC, AF-GPS

Screen 2

Serial Port # Preferred Use Device Data Format NAV Data Source Label
(GNAVx GPSx NAVx)

Serial Port #1 GPS RS-232

Serial Port #2

Serial Port #3 SL30, ARINC

Serial Port #4 AF-GPS

Screen 3

Serial Port # Preferred Use Device Data Format NAV Data Source Label
(GNAVx GPSx NAVx)

Serial Port #1 GPS RS-232

Serial Port #2

Serial Port #3

Serial Port #4

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External Device Configuration

71410 SV-ARINC 429 ADAPTOR

The SV-ARINC adaptor lets an AF-5000 EFIS connect to a GPS Navigator (Avidyne IFD540, Garmin GTN-650/750) using
the Advanced-SV network. This eliminates the need to use an EFIS serial port for GPS navigator communication.

AFS does not provide mounting hardware with SV-ARINC-429 module. The mounting tabs on each side of the module
have holes sized for #10 fasteners, but it is up to the installer to decide how the SV-ARINC-429 will be secured to the
aircraft.
Follow recommended torque practices when tightening the mounting hardware. Do not rivet the SV-ARINC-429 to the
aircraft as this will hinder future removal if necessary.

Advanced-SV Network Connection

Connect the SV-ARINC-429 module to the Advanced-SV network using the hardware mentioned in the Advanced-SV
System Construction Section or using equivalent hardware.
If you have to install a connector on the end of a network cable, insert all pins into the D9 connector. Refer to
Appendix C: Electrical Connections for details on connector pin-outs and wire colors. Remember to configure the
Advanced-SV network after connecting all modules to a display.
ARINC-429 Device Connection
Harness Construction
Because the SV-ARINC-429 can be connected to a variety of devices, the harness requirements will vary from airplane
to airplane. Therefore, AFS does not supply pre-manufactured harnesses for the SV-ARINC-429 module. Instead, your
SV-ARINC-429 shipped with enough connectors and pins to generate a wide variety of harness configurations. Refer to
the sections below for detailed wiring information.
If you do not own a D-sub machined-pin crimping tool, they can be obtained for under $50 from many retailers. See
http://wiki.dynonavionics.com for known sources of these products. You may also find it helpful to own a pin
insertion/extraction tool as well.
Additional harness construction and wiring information can be found in Appendix C: Electrical Connections.
The SV-ARINC-429 has a single 25 pin female D-Sub socket which is used for all data connections to your compatible
ARINC-429 device. The pin out depicted in Figure 82 below depicts the view from the rear of your male D25 connector
– the view you will have of your harness connector as you are inserting pins into the harness. Note that the pin
numbers are labelled on the face of both the female and male connector.

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SV-ARINC-429 Pinout

SV-ARINC-429 Ma le D25 Pin Insertion View

(Rea r)

ARINC Device Connections

The SV-ARINC-429 has two ARINC-429 receivers and one transmitter. The single transmitter may be connected to
multiple devices that can accept the ARINC-429 information that the EFIS transmits.
The SV-ARINC-429 also has a serial input that is designed to provide auxiliary information that ARINC-429 GPS outputs
do not provide (such as altitude). The EFIS needs this data to consider the input a valid and complete GPS position
source. This input is not a general purpose serial port, and cannot be configured for other uses. Input coming into this
serial port is assumed to be in Aviation format, which most ARINC-429 capable panel mount GPS units can output.
The following several diagrams show some common radios and GPSs, and the preferred connection schemes between
them and the SV-ARINC-429.

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Garmin GTN-650/750 Series Configuration Information
The following are the typical Garmin and AF-5000 configuration settings when this combination of products is used:

Garmin Settings
"ARINC 429 Configuration" page
In 1: Low | EFIS Format 3
In 2: Unused by SkyView, configure as needed for other equipment
Out: Low | GAMA Format 1
SDI: Common

"VOR/LOC/GS Configuration Page

Nav Radio: Enabled ARINC 429 Configuration: Tx Speed: Low SDI: Common Other Settings: Unused by AF-5000

“RS-232 Configuration” Page

RS232 1 Output: Aviation Output 1

Optional (ADS-B)
If Dynon/AFS SV-XPNDR-261 is being used for ADS-B Out capability: Another GTN serial output should be set to
“Garmin ADS-B” format. That serial port should be connected to the SV-XPNDR-261’s pin 3 through a 1.21k resistor as
described in the transponder installation section of this manual.

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71400 AF-ARINC 429 ADAPTOR
The AF-ARINC adaptor provides 2 serial ARINC 429 inputs for display of navigation data (VOR, ILS, GPS,
LPV ) from a Garmin 430W/530W/480/650/750 and 1 ARINC 429 serial output. The ARINC 429 output can
be connected to multiple ARINC 429 receivers; 430W, 530W, 480, and Autopilots that support GPS steering
commands. The AF-ARINC module should be connected to EFIS Serial Port #3 or Serial Port #4.
For ARINC module wiring information see APPENDIX M, drawing number: 53620WD
ARINC Mod ule Softw a re Up d a ting
The ARINC a d a p tor softw a re is up g ra d ed from the EFIS Ca lib ra tion m enu und er System
Ma intena nc e.

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Procedure
1. Download the latest ARINC software from the AFS support page. http://www.advanced-flight-
systems.com
2. Unzip the ARINC.zip file, and place the ARINC.HEX file onto a SD card.
3. Insert the card into the unit and navigate to the Upgrade ARINC page.

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4. Cycle power to the ARINC adaptor. If the ARINC module is powered on the same source as the EFIS
the internal EFIS battery should keep the EFIS running during the power cycle.
5. Press the SEL button to begin loading the new code. The screen will say, “Loading….xxx”. Where xxx
is the number of bytes transferred.
6. When the screen prints “Done.”, you can remove the card and reboot the ARINC module.
7. Verify that the ARINC software version was updated from the following menu after the EFIS is running in
normal mode: [CHECK] -> [ABOUT] The ARINC software version should be displayed in the list.
Now the ARINC module is ready for use.

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AF-Pilot Autopilot
The AF-Pilot autopilot requires both RS-232 GPS data and ARINC 429
data. The RS-232 port can be wired directly to a GPS that provides
NMEA/Aviation data or to the EFIS PFD. If you wire the Autopilot RS-
232 port to an EFIS RS-232 port configured as AF-PILOT you will be
able to turn ON and OFF the Autopilot from the EFIS screen and the
EFIS will display the current Autopilot mode and trim. The AF-Pilot
RS-232 port should be connected to the same screen as the AF-
ARINC module.

This example uses EFIS serial port #3, any open serial port can be used.

EFIS AF-Pilot
Pin 5 #3 RXD --------------- Pin 7 TXD
Pin 4 #3 TXD --------------- Pin 17 RXD
AF-ARINC
Pin 13 Out A --------------- Pin 14 ARINC In A
Pin 25 Out B --------------- Pin 15 ARINC In B

Exa m p le Autop ilot w iring w ith Ga rm in G TN 650:

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CO Guardian Display
Currently, the new “s” mode processor will display data from any
of the CO Guardian units that support RS-232 MFD output. The
current cabin CO level is displayed on any of the Check List
pages. If the CO Guardian device generates a warning, the
current CO level will be displayed as a pop up message on the
EFIS screen. If you have the new Aero-455 (CO, heart rate, O2
level ) monitor, the data will be displayed as a pop up message
after about 20 seconds of monitoring you finger. The CO
Guardian should be wired to any open serial port and then the serial port Admin setting set to CO Guardian.

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74125 AF-Intercom

While the AF-INTERCOM-2S is designed to seamlessly complement a AF-5000 System, its design is
flexible enough to be used in any experimental or light sport aircraft panel that does not required a
TSO’d intercom.

Physical Installation The AF-INTERCOM-2S package includes #6-32 hex-drive round head fasteners
(to match those furnished with AF-5000 displays). Fasteners are 5/8” in length and require a 5/64” hex
drive tool. AFS recommends fastening the included mounting screws to nut plates installed behind the
panel. If access behind the panel allows, standard #632 lock nuts or nuts with lock washers can be
used. Do not rivet the AF-INTERCOM-2S to the aircraft as this will hinder future removal if necessary.

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* == While the audio grounds labeled with a * ultimately come back to the main ground on pin 1, they
should NOT be wired directly from the source audio device to any ground (pin 1 or otherwise) directly.
Instead, to minimize noise and interference, their ground lines should be routed with their audio signal
inside the required shielded cable as far as possible and connected to ground as close to the intercom
as possible. Connecting these grounds to the shield (which is also grounded at pin 1) at the intercom
end of the harness is a suitable way to accomplish this goal.

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* == While the audio grounds labeled with a * ultimately come back to the main ground on pin 1, they
should NOT be wired directly from the source audio device to any ground (pin 1 or otherwise) directly.
Instead, to minimize noise and interference, their ground lines should be routed with their audio signal
inside the required shielded cable as far as possible and connected to ground as close to the intercom
as possible. Connecting these grounds to the shield (which is also grounded at pin 1) at the intercom
end of the harness is a suitable way to accomplish this goal.

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AF-INTERCOM AF-5000 AF-INTERCOM-2S Notes
-2S Pin Function
1 N/A Master Ground In / The shields of all
Master Shield Ground. shielded audio cables
should be connected
to this pin.
2 N/A Microphone / PTT Pilot and Copilot
Ground
3 N/A Copilot Microphone
4 N/A Auxiliary Mono Muting This audio signal
Input mutes when audio
signals are received on
other non-muting
inputs and radio
inputs. Use this input
for NON critical audio
signals.
5 N/A LED Dimmer Input
6 AF-5000 D25 Pin 18 Stereo Non-Muting This audio signal does
(EFIS) Audio Input not mute, and is
typically used to
receive audio from AF-
5000 or other EFIS
system with stereo
output.
7 AF-COM 425 #2 Pin 10 Radio 2 or Other Aux This audio signal does
Non-Muting Audio Input not mute. Typically
used for a second
COM, a NAV radio, or
other mono avionics
alerts.
8 N/A Copilot Headphones Left
9 N/A Pilot Headphones Left
10 N/A Pilot Push-To-Talk Switch Input
11 N/A Stereo Music In Right This input is over-
ridden by the Music In
jack on the AF-
INTERCOM-2S
12 AF-COM-425 #1 Pin 5 AF- Push-To-Talk Output If two radios are used,
COM-425#2 Pin 5 this signal must be
switched between the
two radios so that only
ONE radio transmits at
a time.
13 N/A Power In

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AF-INTERCOM-2S Pin AF-500 Unit Pin AF-INTERCOM-2S Notes
Function
14 AF-COM-425 #1 Pin 10 Radio 1 Headphones Connects to AF-COM-
Input 425 #1 / Radio #1
Headphones Output
15 AF-COM-425 #2 Pin 1 Radio 2 Microphone Output
16 N/A Copilot Push-To-Talk Switch
17 N/A Non-Muting Mono Aux This audio signal does
Input not mute when audio
signals are received on
other inputs. Use this
input for critical audio
signals such as a NAV
radio or avionics
alerts.
18 N/A Music In Ground Used exclusively for
stereo audio ground.
Should not be used for
other ground
connections.
19 AF-5000 D25 Pin 18 Stereo Non-Muting () This audio signal does
Audio Input Left not mute, and is
typically used to
receive audio from
EFIS system with
stereo output.
20 AF-5000 DB-25 Pin 16 Stereo Non-muting Used exclusively for
(EFIS) Audio Ground stereo EFIS audio
ground. Should not be
used for other ground
connections.
21 N/A Copilot Headphones Right
22 N/A Pilot Headphones Right
23 N/A Pilot Microphone
24 N/A Stereo Music In Left This input is over-
ridden by the Music In
jack on the AF-
INTERCOM-2S
25 AF-COM-425 #1 Pin 1 Radio 1 Microphone

Using Dim Input (Pin 5) Using Dim Input (Pin 5) you must dim this using a PWM dimmer that
switches the ground side of the lighting circuit. A varying voltage or resistance will not work.

Hook pin 5 to the negative terminal of your dimmer and the transmit/power LED will dim with your
dim control. This input may be connected in parallel with other loads that are dimmed by the dimmer

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Shielded audio cable is required In an audio system such as the AF-INTERCOM-2S, it is required to
use separate shielded cables for microphone and other input signals, and headphone and other output
signals. If separate shielded cables are not used, squealing, hum, and other undesirable audio will likely
be heard. To reduce electrical noise from being induced into audio circuits, separate the audio wiring
as much as possible from other electrical wiring.

Audio cable shields must terminate at a common point A ground loop is more than one
electrical path to ground. Ground loops are a common source of noise with audio systems. Because
other electrical loads can cause large current flows in a ground path, audio system grounds should be
isolated as much as possible from electrical ground. Except where specifically directed in the diagrams
above, the shields for all audio cables should terminate at a single point, with that point connected
directly to Pin 1 (Master Ground) of the AF-INTERCOM-2S. Additionally, the point should be as close to
the AF-INTERCOM-2S side of your harness as possible.

Dual Radio PTT Installation

The AF-INTERCOM-2S has two separate radio outputs that can each be connected to an individual
COM radio. The PTT output, therefore, needs to be externally switched so that you can control which
radio receives the PTT signal (and therefore transmits). An external single pole, double throw (SPTD)
switch (not provide) should be installed to select which radio the PTT is connected to. See the wiring
schematics above (AF-INTERCOM-2S pin 12) for a depiction of this connection.

Headset jacks must be electrically isolated from the panel If your panel is
electrically conductive (such as aluminum), the headset jacks must be electrically
isolated from the panel. Insulating washers are included with the headset jacks.
Another method is to mount the jacks on a small plastic plate instead of mounting
the jacks directly to the panel.

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Power
To power the AF-INTERCOM-2S on and off manually, press the volume knob.
The power switch remembers its on/off state: Once the AF-INTERCOM-2S is powered on, aircraft
power can be used to turn the Intercom on and off in normal use. Therefore, the power switch need
not be used in routine operation.

LED Power/Transmit Indicator

The LED indicator light in the center of the Intercom is green when the Intercom is powered on. When
either the pilot or co-pilot PTT switch is depressed, the LED becomes orange to indicate radio
transmission.

Volume
The volume knob adjusts the audio levels of the stereo music input and pilot-to-copilot intercom
communication only. It does not adjust the volume level of aircraft radios or other devices that are
connected. Adjust the volume levels on your radios and other audio devices to achieve the desired
volume balance between all audio devices in the aircraft.

Squelch Adjustment
The AF-INTERCOM-2S has voice-activated (VOX) microphone channels to reduce background noise
from the aircraft when no one is speaking. When either the pilot or co-pilot speaks into their headset,
their microphone channel is activated, allowing them to be heard by the other person. The
microphone audio level that is required to activate a microphone channel is adjusted with the squelch
knob.
Adjust squelch with the engine running:
First, while no one is talking, turn the squelch knob until you hear background noise in your headset.
Next, adjust the squelch until you no longer hear background noise.
Finally, with the microphone very near your lips, talk to confirm that normal speech levels activate the
microphone. The VOX feature will automatically close the microphone after you finish speaking.
To reduce background noise, the pilot and co-pilot microphones are activated individually.

Front Music In Jack

The AF-INTERCOM-2S has wiring provisions for a permanent stereo music source via its rear-mounted
wiring connector.
A music device can also be plugged in to the standard 3.5mm Music In jack on the front of the
intercom. When a device is plugged in to the Music In jack, it over-rides the permanent music input.

Muting Inputs
Whenever a radio or other non-muting input has audio activity, music and muting input volume is
immediately decreased to near fully-muted so that you may hear important radio transmissions or
audio alerts. When audio from radios/non-muting inputs ceases for a moment (.5 second), volume
levels are automatically restored gradually over the next second.

Selectable Auto Mute (music only)

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Press the squelch knob to toggle whether or not music is muted by intercom conversation as well
as by non-muting input and radio activity. This allows you to set the music and aux muting input to not
mute as you sing along or occasionally chat over the intercom:
• When Auto Mute is DISABLED: Only audio activity from radios and non-muting inputs will mute
music.
• When Auto Mute is ENABLED: Audio from radios, non-muting inputs, AND intercom
conversation will mute music.

Fail-safe Operation
When power is lost or the AF-INTERCOM-2S is powered off, the primary radio is connected directly to
the pilot’s headset. If the pilot headset is a stereo headset, you will only hear radio audio in one ear.
Intercom conversation and audio from other radios and inputs (including music) will not be heard
when in this unpowered fail-safe mode.

Radio Push-to-Talk (PTT) Behavior and Priority

When the pilot or co-pilot presses their PTT switch, only the person pressing their PTT is heard over the
radio.
If the pilot and co-pilot PTT buttons are both depressed, the pilot PTT takes priority. Only the pilot’s
voice is transmitted over the radio. Additionally, the pilot PTT will take priority from the co-pilot even if
the co-pilot PTT is already depressed.

Dual Radio Operation

If you have two COM radios, you will have installed an external switch that chooses which radio
transmits when you press the PTT switch.
Use your radio volume control to control which radio(s) you wish to hear at any given moment.
AF-Intercom Specifica tions

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74122 AF-Com Radio

The AF-COM Radio is a complete radio system,

consisting of the AF-COM-PANEL control panel
installed on the panel, and the AF-COM-425
transceiver installed elsewhere.

AF-COM-PANEL

Installation instructions for the AF-INTERCOM (referenced in these instructions) have their own
separate manual available for download.

AF-COM-PANEL

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The figures on the following pages show recommended panel cutouts, mounting hole patterns, and
mechanical dimension for the AF-COM-PANEL/V (vertical) and AF-COM-PANEL/H (horizontal). Use
these diagrams to plan for the space required by the display.
To mount an AF-COM-PANEL, cut the opening in your panel, drill out the mounting holes, install
nutplates, and use the included mounting screws to fasten the display to the panel.

Your AF-COM-C25 is shipped with #6-32 hex-drive round head fasteners. Fasteners are 5/8” long and
require a 5/64” hex drive tool. AFS recommends fastening the included mounting screws to nut plates
installed behind the panel. If access behind the panel allows, standard #6-32 lock nuts or nuts with lock
washers can be used. Do not rivet the AF-COM-PANEL to the panel as this will hinder future removal if
necessary.

The following installation procedure should be followed to install the AF-COM-425 remote transceiver
module, remembering to allow adequate space for installation of cables and connectors.

• If you are installing two COM radios, it is acceptable to co-locate the two AF-COM-425
transceiver modules.
• Select a position in the aircraft for the AF-COM-425 that is not too close to any high external
heat source. (The AF-COM-425 is not a significant heat source itself and does not need to be
kept away from other devices for this reason).
• Avoid sharp bends and placing the cables too near to the aircraft control cables.
• Secure the AF-COM-425 to the aircraft via the four (4) mounting holes. The unit should be
mounted to a flat surface.

Additional items you will require for installation of AF-COM-C25, but which are not in the AF-COM-C25
package, include:
• Nutplates for mounting AF-COM-PANEL to the panel
• Circuit breaker or fuse for power to AF-COM-425
• Power wires to AF-COM-425
• AF-COM-425 to AF-COM-PANEL wiring
• Advanced-SV Network cables to connect the AF-COM-PANEL to Advanced-SV Network
• COM Antenna, coaxial cable, terminated to Male BNC connector. The AF-COM-C25 is
compatible with aircraft COM antennas commonly available.

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Mounting Dimensions The following diagrams are NOT to scale. However, paper
templates are included with your AF-COM-C25

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AF-COM-425 Dimensions

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Electrical Installation

Power Input
AF-COM-C25 is compatible with 12 volt and 24 volt systems (10 to 30 volts DC). Power input is
connected to the AF-COM-425, which then supplies power to the AF-COM-PANEL via the 5-wire cable
between the two units. See wiring diagrams and pinouts for details.

Audio Signal Grounding

Ensure that audio input and output grounds terminate at a single point - typically the intercom or
audio panel. Do not connect an audio input or output ground to aircraft frame ground or a power or
data ground. You should run dedicated wires from audio devices to the single point audio input and
output ground.

Audio Shielding
Shielded cable must be used for all audio connections. The shield should be connected to ground only
at the single point audio ground.

Advanced-SV Network Connectors

The two D9 connectors on the back of a AF-COM-PANEL display are Advanced-SV network
connectors. They have identical pin-outs and are electrically connected inside the AF-COM-425
(i.e., they are completely interchangeable). Installers may use either connector or both
connectors in AF-5000 installations. Using both of these connectors allows installers to “daisy-
chain” another Advanced-SV Network module that may be co-located behind the panel.

Electrical Connections

Harness Construction
Because the AF-COM-C25 (AF-COM-PANEL connected to AF-COM-425) can be mounted in a variety of
locations, the harness length requirements will vary from airplane to airplane. Therefore, AFS does not
supply pre-manufactured harnesses for the AF-COM-C25. Instead, your AF-COM-C25 includes
connectors and pins to generate a wide variety of harness configurations. Refer to the sections below
for detailed wiring information.

The AF-COM-PANEL has two (electrically identical) D9 male connectors for connection to Advanced-SV
Network and one D15 male connector for connection with the AF-COM-425 and an optional Frequency
Flip/Flop pushbutton input.

The AF-COM-425 has one D15 male connector for connection to the AF-COM-PANEL, power, audio,
and Push To Talk (PTT). A single BNC coaxial connector attaches to the antenna.

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AF-COM-PANEL – Pinout (Ma le D15)

Pin Function Notes

1 Power In From AF-COM-425 Pin 7
2 Ground In From AF-COM-425 Pin 13
3 Ground Out Optional - For Grounding Pin 7 (Flip/Flop Switch). Switch
may also be grounded locally.
4 Panel RX / 425 TX From AF-COM-425 Pin 6
5 Panel TX / 425 RX From AF-COM-425 Pin 14
6 Enable From AF-COM-425 Pin 3
7 External Flip/Flop (optional) Push Button Normally Open to Ground (Pin 3 or local
ground)
8 No Connection (Pin not used)
9 No Connection (Pin not used)
10 No Connection (Pin not used)
11 No Connection (Pin not used)
12 No Connection (Pin not used)
13 No Connection (Pin not used)
14 No Connection (Pin not used)
15 No Connection (Pin not used)

AF-COM-425 – Pinout (Ma le D15)

Pin Function Notes

1 MICROPHONE IN AF-INTERCOM-2S Pin 25
2 MICROPHONE / PTT GROUND See diagram below.
3 AF-COM-PANEL ENABLE To AF-COM-PANEL Pin 6
4 GROUND OUT Do not connect
5 PTT IN AF-INTERCOM-2S Pin 12 or Push Button Normally Open
(PBNO) to Ground (Pins 4, 11, or 15)
6 DATA TX to AF-COM-PANEL To AF-COM-PANEL Pin 4
7 AF-COM-PANEL POWER To AF-COM-PANEL Pin 1
8 POWER IN 10-30V DC @ 5A
9 PHONES GROUND AF-COM-425 Pin 2 AF-INTERCOM-2S Pin 1 Shielded Cable –
shield of Pin 10
10 PHONES OUT AF-INTERCOM-2S Pin 14 Shielded Cable – center conductor
of Pin 10
11 GROUND OUT Do not connect
12 GROUND IN Connect to Ground Bus
13 AF-COM-PANEL GROUND AF-COM-PANEL Pin 2
14 DATA RX from AF-COM-PANEL AF-COM-PANEL Pin 5
15 GROUND OUT Do not connect

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The following figure depicts how a single AF-COM-C25 is connected to an AF-INTERCOM-2S.

Note that Advanced-SV Network connection(s) on AF-COM-PANEL are not shown, nor are additional
connections between the AF-INTERCOM-2S and other devices that it connects to.

Single AF-COM-425 to AF-Intercom-2S Wiring Diagram

The following figure depicts how a dual AF-COM-C25 is connected to an AF-INTERCOM-2S. Note that
the additional connections between the AF-INTERCOM-2S and other devices that it connects to are not
shown. Note that the associated AF-COM-PANELs are also not shown; there are no changes in the AF-
COM-PANEL to AF-COM-425 wiring from the single AF-COM-425 to AF-INTERCOM-2S previously
shown.

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 Dual AF-COM-425 to AF-Intercom-2S Wiring Diagram

The following figure depicts connecting a AF-COM-425 directly to a single headset (headphone +
microphone) and a Push-To-Talk Switch when no intercom is used in a single-place aircraft.

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Power/Ground Input
The AF-COM-C25 requires 10-30V DC. For wire runs from power distribution to the AF-COM-425 up to
6’, 22 AWG wire is sufficient for power and ground wires. For wire runs from power distribution to the
AF-COM-425 longer than 6’, 20 AWG wire is recommended for power and ground wires. For the cable
between the AF-COM-425 and the AF-COM-PANEL, 22 AWG power and ground wire is sufficient. Use a
5 Amp fuse or circuit breaker for power supply protection to each AF-COM-C25.

Power Specifications Approximate current Approximate current

consumption at 12 volts DC consumption at 24 volts DC
AF-COM-C25 – Transmit 3.0 amps average 1.5 amps average
AF-COM-C25 – Receive 0.2 amps average 0.1 amps

AF-COM-PANEL TO AF-COM-425 Interconnections

AF-COM-425 Pin AF-COM-PANEL Pin Notes

3 6 ENABLE AF-COM-425 -> AF-COM-PANEL
7 1 POWER AF-COM-425 -> AF-COM-PANEL
13 2 GROUND AF-COM-425 -> AF-COM-PANEL
14 5 DATA OUT AF-COM-PANEL -> AF-COM-425)
6 4 DATA IN AF-COM-425 -> AF-COM-PANEL

Optional Flip / Flop Button

Pin 7 of the AF-COM-PANEL can be connected to a Push Button Normally Open (PBNO) and GROUND.
Pushing this button “flip flops” the ACTIVE and STANDBY frequency selection - the same function as
pressing in the TUNE knob on the AF-COM-PANEL. Typically this signal is used with a button on the
stick.

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Phones / Headset Connections for SV-INTERCOM-2S

AF-COM-425 AF-INTERCOM-2S Notes

Pin Pin
10 14 PHONES OUT Audio signal from radio to headset
phones
9 1 PHONES GROUND Shield connection for PHONES
OUT
5 12 PUSH TO TALK IN When connected to GROUND,
SV-COM-C25 switches from Receive to Transmit
1 25 MICROPHONE IN Audio signal from headset
microphone to radio
2 1 MICROPHONE / PTT GROUND Shield connection
for MICROPHONE IN

To avoid noise, hum, and other undesirable signals, always use shielded cable for any low-level audio
signals such as microphone inputs, and connect the shield of the cable as directed.

Antenna Installation

AFS does not supply COM antennas, radio coaxial cable, or antenna BNC connectors. The antenna
(including coaxial cable and connector) should be installed according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

The following considerations should be taken into account when siting the antenna:

• The antenna should be well removed from any projections, the engine(s) and propeller(s). It
should also be well removed from landing gear doors, access doors or others openings which
will break the ground plane for the antenna.
• Separation of COM antenna(s) from transponder(s) and GPS receivers / antennas: 1 foot (12
inches).
• Separation of COM antenna(s) from Automatic Direction Finder (ADF) or 121.5 MHz Emergency
Locator Transmitter (ELT): 4 feet (48 inches)
• Separation of COM antenna from another COM or NAV antenna: Recommended separation
between COM antenna(s), NAV antenna(s), and ELT antennas is 6 feet (72 inches). Minimum
required separation between antennas is 4 feet (48 inches). Ideally, install the primary COM
antenna on the lower fuselage, and install the secondary / standby COM antenna on the upper
fuselage.
• The COM antenna(s) should not be installed in close proximity to AF-5000 displays, modules, or
servos to avoid RF interference.
• Where practical, plan the antenna location to keep the cable lengths as short as possible and
avoid sharp bends in the cable to minimize the VSWR (voltage standing wave ratio).
• Double-shielded coaxial cable is superior to single shield coax – more of the transmit power will
be coupled to the antenna, and less received signal will be lost.

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 • Electrical connection to the antenna should be protected to avoid loss of efficiency as a
result of the presence of liquids or moisture. All antenna feeders shall be installed in such a
way that a minimum of RF energy is radiated inside the aircraft.

Antenna Ground Plane

When a conventional aircraft monopole antenna is used it relies on a ground plane for correct
behavior. For ideal performance the ground plane should be very large compared to the wavelength of
the transmission, which is approx. 7.5 feet. In a metal skinned aircraft this is usually easy to
accomplish, but is more difficult in a composite or fabric skinned aircraft. In these cases a metallic
ground plane should be fabricated and fitted under the antenna.
As the ground plane is made smaller, the actual dimensions of the ground plane become more critical,
and small multiples of the wavelength should be avoided, as should circles. Rectangles or squares are
much less likely to create a critical dimension that resonates with the transmissions. The thickness of
the material used to construct the ground plane is not critical, providing it is sufficiently conductive. A
variety of proprietary mesh and grid solutions are available. Heavyweight cooking foil meets the
technical requirements, but obviously needs to be properly supported.

Antenna Cable

When routing the cable, ensure that you:

• Route the cable away from sources of heat.
• Avoid routing antenna cables together.
• Route the cable away from potential interference sources such as ignition wiring, 400Hz
generators, fluorescent lighting and electric motors.
• Allow a minimum separation of 300 mm (12 inches) from an ADF antenna cable.
• Keep the cable run as short as possible.
• Avoid routing the cable around tight bends.
• Avoid kinking the cable even temporarily during installation.
• Secure the cable so that it cannot interfere with other systems.

Network Setup
As with all other Advanced-SV Network devices, the AF-COM-C25 must be configured into the
Advanced-SV Network.

• Go to CAL MENU  Advanced-SV NETWORK  [SCAN] . The AF-COM-C25 will be listed as SV-
COM-PANEL.

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COM RADIO Setup
To adjust Squelch, Sidetone, and Microphone Gain

Go to CAL MENU COM RADIO

Default Settings Shown

• SQUELCH LEVEL – Adjust squelch level so that the audio is heard during transmissions, and
muted when transmissions are not present.

• SIDETONE VOLUME – Adjust for your personal preference of how much microphone audio is
heard in the headset when transmitting.

• MIC GAIN – The default setting of 50 should work for most installations. If other people report
that your transmissions fade off at the end or can't be heard at all, you may need more mic
gain. If your transmissions are reported to sound "hollow", "robotic" or if they have a lot of
background noise, less mic gain is likely needed. Follow the instructions in this menu to find a
value that works for your installation. Also note these issues can only be heard on real
transmissions by third parties. The sidetone you hear in your own headset is completely
unaffected by Mic Gain.
• PRIMARY SN – The primary radio serial number needs to be set in the Com Radio Setup Page.
The serial number can be found by doing a scan in CAL ADVANCED SV-NETWORK

Post Installation Checks

Ground Tests
1. Do all AF-COM-C25 buttons and knobs function normally?
2. Does the (optional) FLIP/FLOP pushbutton swap the STBY and COM frequencies?
3. Does pushing the PTT switch cause the AF-COM-C25 to transmit (only) when pushed? DO NOT
TRANSMIT WITHOUT AN ANTENNA CONNECTED. DOING SO WILL DAMAGE YOUR AF-COM-C25 RADIO.

4. (Optional, if two AF-COM-C25s installed) Does the PTT Select Switch cause only the selected radio to
transmit when PTT switch is pushed?

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5. Temporarily install a VSWR meter between the AF-COM-425 and the antenna. Using brief test
transmissions, is the VSWR 3:1 or below? The maximum acceptable VSWR for AF-COM-C25 is 3:1.
6. When transmitting on AF-COM-C25, is there any interference to other aircraft systems?
7. Power off the AF-5000 display(s). The SV-COM-C25 should continue to operate normally, with the
exception that auto-population of frequencies will not occur, and a NO SV error message will appear
approx. 3 seconds after SV is not operating.

In Flight Tests
1. Does the AF-COM-C25 receive other aircraft and ground transmissions at reasonable ranges?
2. Is received audio clear at most volume levels on the AF-COM-C25? (Distortion at high volume levels
is normal.)
3. Are transmissions from the AF-COM-C25 heard by others at reasonable ranges? (Keep in mind that
the power output of the AF-COM-C25 is 6 watts.)
4. Are transmissions from the AF-COM-C25 clear (when received by others)?

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P/N: 73102 AF-GPS Antenna Module

Physical Installation
The diagram below shows the mounting dimensions of the GPS module. Note that it utilizes a common bolt pattern
found in much of general aviation.

Mounting hardware is not included. The 73102 AF-GPS Antenna Module is designed to work with #8 fasteners with
100 degree countersunk heads. The use of nut plates is recommended for convenience, but other hardware can be
used if space allows. Specific hardware selection is determined by the installer. We recommend you use weather
sealant around the fastener heads to keep moisture from entering the aircraft through the mounting holes. The
module itself is sealed and includes a rubber gasket that seals the inner wire hole. It also allows the module to be
mounted on slightly curved surfaces. For extra protection, you may use weather sealant around the outside of the AF-
GPS Antenna Module where it meets the skin of the aircraft.

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73102 GPS Wiring for AF-5000 non V7 Hardware
The GPS Module includes 18 feet of wire for connection to the EFIS display. The GPS Module can be connected to any
available EFIS serial port.

The GPS module uses the same power pin as the OAT probe on AF-5000 for non V7 Hardware versions.
73102 GPS GPS Description EFIS Connection PIN EFIS Description
ORANGE Power EFIS MAIN 6 OAT Power
BLACK Ground EFIS Expansion 9 GPS Ground
PURPLE/GRAY GPS TXD RS-232 RXD
ORANGE/GRAY GPS RXD RS-232 TXD

Example Using Serial Port #4 on non V7 hardware versions.

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73102 GPS Wiring for AF-5000 V7 Hardware
The GPS Module includes 18 feet of wire for connection to the EFIS display. The GPS Module can be connected to any
available EFIS serial port.

The GPS module uses a dedicated power pin on AF-5000 V7 Hardware versions.
73102 GPS GPS Description EFIS Connection PIN EFIS Description
ORANGE Power EFIS Expansion 1 8V Power
BLACK Ground EFIS Expansion 9 GPS Ground
PURPLE/GRAY GPS TXD RS-232 RXD
ORANGE/GRAY GPS RXD RS-232 TXD
Example Using Serial Port #4 for V7 Hardware version.

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Garmin 430W/530W
See Appendix M: EFIS/ARINC/AP Troubleshooting Guide
The 430W/530W should be wired for RS-232 Aviation format to serial port
#1 along with their ARINC lines connected to the AF-ARINC module. See
APPENDIX M, drawing number: 53620WD
EFIS Main Cable 430W RS-232 Connection
Pin 10 TXD --------------- 4001-57 RX
Pin 22 RXD --------------- 4001-56 TX

The 430W/530W needs the following software configuration settings:

1. MAIN ARINC 429 CONFIG

Power up the 430W while holding the ENTER button and press
[ENT] -> [ENT] to get to the Main ARINC 429 Config page.
Configure the 430W using these settings. OUT must be set to
GAMA 429.

2. VOR / LOC / GS ARINC 429 CONFIG

Turn the inside right knob around 14 clicks to configure the VOR/LOC/GS ARINC 429 to the
following settings.

3. Serial Ports
Select ARNAV/ei-fuel for the input and Aviation as the output.

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Garmin GTN650/750

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Configure EFIS Serial port to AVTN/FADC1

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Garmin SL-30
The AF-5000 will send/receive data from a SL30 on any configured EFIS Serial Port. The EFIS can get
VOR/LOC/GS data from the SL30 and can set the OBS setting on the SL30. The EFIS can remote tune the
radio frequencies on a SL30. If the EFIS is also connected to a Garmin 396/496 it will pass through any radio
frequency tuning commands to the SL30.

EFIS Serial Port #3 Example

EFIS Main Cable SL30 37 Pin Connector

Pin 4 TXD --------------- Pin 4 RX
Pin 5 RXD --------------- Pin 5 TX
Pin 21 GND --------------- Pin 3 GND

The Indicator Head Type setting should be set to NONE in the SL30. This will enable the OBS to be set
from the SL30 buttons and from the EFIS.

Garmin SL-40
The AF-5000 will send/receive data from a SL40 on any configured EFIS Serial Port. The EFIS can remote
tune the radio frequencies on a SL40.

EFIS Serial Port #3 Example

EFIS Main Cable SL40 15 Pin Connector

Pin 4 TXD --------------- Pin 10 RX
Pin 5 RXD --------------- Pin 3 TX
Pin 21 GND --------------- Pin 11 GND

No setup is required in the SL40 Radio,

The EFIS serial port should be configured as SL30 / SL40. You should not select a NAV/GPS source for
the SL40.

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EFIS Radio Frequency Configuration. If you want to be able to set and display the frequencies from
a remote radio you will need select the correct radio from the EFIS Communications setup menu and
ENABLE the feature.

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Garmin GNC-255
The AF-5000 will send/receive data from a GNC255 on any configured EFIS Serial Port. The EFIS can get
VOR/LOC/GS data from the GNC255 and can set the OBS setting on the GNC255. The EFIS can remote
tune the radio frequencies on a GNC255.

A
EFIS Serial Port #3 Example

EFIS Main Cable GNC-255 P2001 44 Pin Connector

Pin 4 TXD --------------- Pin 16 RX
Pin 5 RXD --------------- Pin 1 TX
Pin 21 GND --------------- Pin 31 GND

The Indicator Head Type setting should be set to SERIAL in the GNC255. This will enable the OBS to be
set from the GNC255 buttons and from the EFIS.

Garmin GTR-225
The AF-5000 will send/receive data from a SL40 on any configured EFIS Serial Port. The EFIS can remote
tune the radio frequencies on a SL40.

EFIS Serial Port #3 Example

EFIS Main Cable SL40 15 Pin Connector

Pin 4 TXD --------------- Pin 10 RX
Pin 5 RXD --------------- Pin 3 TX
Pin 21 GND --------------- Pin 11 GND

No setup is required in the SL40 Radio,

The EFIS serial port should be configured as GTR/GTN-2XX. You should not select a NAV/G

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Garmin 396/496
1. The 396/496 can send RS-232 data in NMEA 4800 Baud format or NMEA
& VHF 9600 Baud. If you also have a SL30/SL40 connected you should
use the NMEA & VHF 9600 Baud setting in the GPS. This will enable you
to set the standby radio frequency on the SL30 from the GPS. Make sure
that you use the same baud rate setting in the GPS and EFIS Admin
setup.

2. The NMEA output rate on the 396/496 must be set to normal.

To access the Advanced NMEA Output Setup:
a. Press MENU twice to open the Main Menu.
b. Use the ROCKER to select Setup from the vertical tab list.
c. Select Interface from the row of tabs along the top.
d. Highlight the field below Serial Data Format. Press ENTER
e. Select NMEA In/NMEA Out. Press ENTER
f. Press MENU to open the options menu. Select Advanced NMEA
Setup and press ENTER.

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P/N: 74109 Dynon/AFS SV-261 Transponder
The SV-261 Mode S transponder is a DO-181D compliant Mode S level 2els datalink transponders, with support for
ADS-B extended squitter, which also meets the relevant environmental requirements of DO-160F/ED-14F. The SV-
XPNDR-261 has a nominal power output of 250 watts, and meets the power output requirements for Class 1. The ADS-
B function meets DO-260B class B1S. The SV-261 is certified to ETSO 2C112b and ETSO C166a, and to FAA TSO C112c
and C166b.
The SV- 261 transponder is controlled using the AF-5000 on-screen menu system. This allows the transponder to be
mounted separately from the instrument panel and reduces the amount of panel space taken by the transponder. The
AF-5000 also provides pressure altitude directly to the transponder, eliminating the need for a separate altitude
encoder.
The SV-261 transponder runs from either 14 volt nominal or 28 volt nominal DC power supply with no configuration
changes required.
The SV-261 transponder responds to both legacy Mode A/C interrogations and to Mode S interrogations from both
ground radar and airborne collision avoidance systems. In all cases, the interrogations are received by the transponder
on 1030MHz, and replies are transmitted on 1090MHz

The SV-261 has a single D25 female connector which provides the data and power inputs to the transponder. A single
TNC coaxial connector attaches to the antenna.

SV-261 Interface – Pinout (Female D25)

Pin Function Notes

1 Loopback 1 Connect to Pin 2
2 Loopback 1 Connect to Pin 1
Certified GPS Only for ADS-B Out (see
3 GPS Serial Input
explanation below)
4 No Connect -
5 Transponder Serial RX Data Input from AF-5000
6 No Connect -
7 Transponder Serial TX Data Output to AF-5000
8 No Connect -
9 No Connect -
10 No Connect -
11 No Connect -
12 Loopback 2 Connect to Pin 13
13 Loopback 2 Connect to Pin 12
14 Ground Connect to Aircraft Ground

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 Pin Function Notes
15 11-33V DC Connect to Aircraft Power
16 No Connect -
17 External Standby In Optional: Not Commonly Connected
18 Mutual Suppression Optional: Not Commonly Connected
19 Squat Switch In Optional: Not Commonly Connected
20 Ident Switch In Optional: Not Commonly Connected
21 No Connect -
22 No Connect -
23 No Connect -
24 No Connect -
25 No Connect -

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Note that pins 1 <> 2, and pins 12 <> 13 must be connected to each other as depicted above via your wiring harness.
They are not shorted internally.

Power/Ground Input
The power supply can be 11-33 Volts DC; no voltage adjustment is required. 20 AWG wire is sufficient for wire runs up
to 50’ for this application. Use a 3 or 5 Amp fuse or circuit breaker for power supply protection to the SV-261.

The transponder power input is not protected against reversed power connections. Reversing the
power and ground inputs to the transponder will destroy it. Check wiring before applying power.

Mutual Suppression (optional)

Mutual Suppression allows two or more transmitters on adjacent frequencies to inhibit the other transmitters when
one is active to limit the interference effects. It is commonly used between transponders and DME systems, and
between transponders and collision avoidance systems. Most installations will not make use of this feature, since most
AF-5000 equipped aircraft have only one transponder and often do not have DME equipment or other active traffic
system that interrogate other aircraft.
The Mutual Suppression pin (18) is an ARINC compatible suppression bus interface, which acts as both an input and an
output. The SV- 261 will assert this signal when it is transmitting, and can be suppressed by other equipment that
asserts the signal. The SV -261 will drive approximately 24 Volts on the output (independently of supply voltage), and
will treat the input as active whenever the bus has greater than 10 Volts. If you are using the Mutual Suppression
feature, simply connect all of the Mutual Suppression wires from devices that use them together.

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Ident Switch Input (optional)
AF-5000 has an IDENT button in its transponder menu that is normally used to ident when requested by ATC.
However, the ident switch input allows the IDENT function to be selected using a remote switch. The input is active
low, and will be asserted when the voltage to ground is pulled below approximately 4 Volts. Therefore, a momentary
switch to ground should be installed on this output if a remote ident switch is desired.

Squat Switch Input (optional)

The Squat switch input allows the transponder to automatically switch between Airborne and Ground modes, and
affects both the Mode S reply behavior and the ADS-B reporting behavior. The input will be asserted when the voltage
to ground is pulled below approximately 4 Volts. The logical sense of the input can be programmed to be either active
low or active high in the AF-5000 Setup Menu.

This must be a mechanical switch that accurately reflects the aircraft’s on-ground status. Mode-S certification
requirements state that this cannot be a simple airspeed switch.
On an aircraft with no appropriate squat switch circuit this input should be left unconnected, and the transponder
programmed to either ignore the input or use its “automatic” airborne/ground capability. See the AUTO ALT/GND
SWITCH setting in the Transponder Settings section of this chapter for further information about this capability.

External Standby Input (optional)

This input, when held low, places the transponder in Standby mode. It should be used to switch between transponders
in an installation with two transponders. The input is active low, and will be asserted when the voltage to ground is
pulled below approximately 4 Volts.

Direct Serial GPS Position Input

Although the AF-5000 can send its GPS information to the SV- 261 for use with its ADS-B position-reporting capability,
The AF-5000 GPS does not meet any certification standard, and is not TSO’d. Additionally, appropriately certified GPS
units that can provide position for regulatory-compliant ADS-B installations may need to be connected directly to the
ADS-B Out device (in this case, the SV- 261) for compliance credit. For these purposes, a dedicated direct serial input is
provided on the SV- 261 module that allows an appropriate GPS receiver serial output to be connected directly to the
SV- 261.

If you connect a GPS to this direct input, you must install a 1.21k resistor (included with the SV -261) between the GPS
and the SV-261 as shown.

The SV- 261 GPS input can recognize the following protocols:

• Industry standard “Aviation” protocol

• Freeflight GPS proprietary protocol
• Garmin proprietary ADS-B protocol (compatibility not verified)

Some of the protocols listed above may not contain all the required data for a compliant ADS-B message, depending
on the intended airspace regulations. Further information can be found in the GPS Data section under the
Transponder Settings of this chapter.

(US-Only) Direct Serial GPS Position Input for FAA 2020 ADS-B Out Mandate Compliance
To comply with the 2020 ADS-B Out Mandate in the US, the GPS position used for ADS-B Out position reports must be
directly connected to a suitable ADS-B Out device (in this case, the SV- 261), and, that GPS must meet TSO C166b. DO
NOT connect any GPS (including AF-5000 own GPS outputs) that does not meet TSO C166b directly to the
transponder.
It is important to note that in the US, the ADS-B Out “mandate” and its associated GPS requirements do not go into
effect until 2020. If you do not already have an appropriately TSO’d WAAS IFR GPS in the aircraft, you may continue to
leave this Direct Serial unconnected for the time being. Instead the AF-5000 has the capability to send its GPS position
to the SV- 261 . Although The AF-5000’s GPS output does not meet the 2020 requirements, it can be used until then
to “wake up” the ADS-B ground stations so that they report back traffic targets around your aircraft’s position.

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Antenna Installation
The antenna should be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

In our RV-10 Aircraft we used a Comant CI 105 DME/Transponder Antenna.

The following considerations should be taken into account when siting the antenna:

• The antenna should be well removed from any projections, the engine(s)
and propeller(s). It should also be well removed from landing gear doors,
access doors or others openings which will break the ground plane for the antenna.
• The antenna should be mounted on the bottom surface of the aircraft and in a vertical position when the
aircraft is in level flight.
• Avoid mounting the antenna within 3 feet of the ADF sense antenna or any COMM antenna and 6 feet from
the transponder to the DME antenna.
• Where practical, plan the antenna location to keep the cable lengths as short as possible and avoid sharp
bends in the cable to minimize the VSWR (voltage standing wave ratio).

Electrical connection to the antenna should be protected to avoid loss of efficiency as a result of the presence of
liquids or moisture. All antenna feeders shall be installed in such a way that a minimum of RF energy is radiated inside
the aircraft.

Antenna Ground Plane

When a conventional aircraft monopole antenna is used it relies on a ground plane for correct behavior. For ideal
performance the ground plane should be very large compared to the wavelength of the transmission, which is 275
mm. In a metal skinned aircraft this is usually easy to accomplish, but is more difficult in a composite or fabric skinned
aircraft. In these cases a metallic ground plane should be fabricated and fitted under the antenna.
As the ground plane is made smaller, the actual dimensions of the ground plane become more critical, and small
multiples of the wavelength should be avoided, as should circles. Rectangles or squares are much less likely to create a
critical dimension that resonates with the transmissions. The smallest practical ground plane is a square around 120
mm per side; as the size increases the performance may actually get worse, but will be better by the time the ground
plane is 700 mm on each side. Anything much larger than that size is unlikely to show significant further improvement.
The thickness of the material used to construct the ground plane is not critical, providing it is sufficiently conductive. A
variety of proprietary mesh and grid solutions are available. Heavyweight cooking foil meets the technical
requirements, but obviously needs to be properly supported.

Antenna Cable
The SV-261 is designed to meet Class 1 requirements with the same 2 dB allowance. Excessive loss will degrade both
transmitter output power and receiver sensitivity.
Allowing 0.25dB loss for the connector at each end of the antenna cable assembly leaves an allowance of 1.5dB
maximum loss for the cable itself.
An acceptable cable:
• Has less than 1.5 dB loss for the run length needed
• Has a characteristic impedance of 50 Ohms
• Has double braid screens or has a foil and braid screen

Once the cable run length is known, a cable type with low enough loss per meter that meets the above requirements
can be chosen. Longer runs require lower loss cable. Consider moving the SV -261 closer to the antenna to minimize
the losses in the antenna cable – subject to the limits identified above, the SV- 261 can be at any distance from the AF-
5000 display without affecting performance in any way.
Note: Low loss cable typically uses foamed or cellular dielectrics and foil screens. These make such cables especially
prone to damage from too-tight bends or from momentary kinking during installation. Once kinked, these cables do
not return to full performance when straightened.

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The following table is a guide to the maximum usable lengths of some common cable types. Actual cable loss
varies between manufacturers, there are many variants, and the table is therefore based on typical data. Use it as a
guide only and refer to the manufacturer’s data sheet for your specific chosen cable for accurate values.

Antenna TNC Connector

This section describes the technique for attaching the antenna cable to a TNC connector. A TNC connector is not
supplied with the SV- 261. The SV-261 has a female TNC connection. Therefore, you will need to source a male TNC
connector that is compatible with the antenna cable type that meets your aircraft’s needs.
A dual crimp style TNC connector can be completed using a wide range of commercial crimp tools (for example the
Tyco 5-1814800-3). The die apertures for the inner pin and the outer shield should be approximately 1.72 mm and
5.41 mm respectively.

• Strip back the coax cable to the dimensions in the table, as shown in the diagram below. Slide 25 mm (1 inch)
of heat shrink tubing over the cable.
• Slide the outer crimp sleeve over the cable – it must go on before securing the center contact.

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 • Crimp the center contact to the cable.
• Insert the cable into the connector – the center contact should click into place in the body, the inner shield
should be inside the body of the connector and the outer shield should be outside the body.
• Crimp the outer sleeve over the shield.
• Slide heat shrink tubing forward (flush to connector) and heat to shrink the tubing.

AF-5000 Configuration for SV-261 Transponder

The configuration of the Transponder is done from the AF-5000 Instrument Calibration menu.
Serial Port Setup
The AF-5000 serial port that is wired to the Transponder should be set to 7410 AFS XPDR in the Configure Admin
Settings menu.

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Transponder Settings

Settings when connected to a Garmin GTN650 or 430W configured to ADS-B

The following settings need to be configured before testing and using the transponder. They are all accessed from the
Transponder menu.
• AIRCRAFT Mode S CODE: The Mode S Code is a 24 bit number issued to the aircraft by the registration
authority for the aircraft. The website http://www.airframes.org provides hex codes for most countries’
aircraft that can be directly inputted into AF-5000. The hex code is the value shown in the ICA024 result field.
Alternatively, Mode S codes for US-registered aircraft can be found at the FAA aircraft registry at
http://registry.faa.gov/aircraftinquiry/. The FAA aircraft register shows both the octal number and the
hexadecimal. Setting up the SV- 261 requires the hexadecimal number. If you only have the octal number,
you must convert it to hexadecimal. There is an Octal to Hexadecimal converter tool available in the support
section of http://www.trig-avionics.com/.

The hex code needs to be set to the aircraft’s assigned code for the transponder to function properly. The
default code of 000000 is not a valid code. If the code is left at 000000, the transponder will only work in SBY
mode.

• VFR CODE: When the pilot presses the VFR button, a pre-programmed code will replace the current squawk
code. The pre-programmed code is set up here; the choice of code will depend on the normal location of the
aircraft. In the USA, the VFR squawk code is 1200. In most parts of Europe, the VFR squawk code should be
set to 7000.

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 • AUTO ALT/GND SWITCH: Allows the transponder to automatically switch between Airborne and Ground
modes. Available options include:
NONE : Automatic switching disabled
SQUAT SWITCH LOW ON GND: Utilizes a physical squat switch connected the SV- 261 per the above
instructions. When this option is selected, the transponder will consider the aircraft to be on the ground
when this switch is low (electrically grounded).
SQUAT SWITCH LOW IN AIR: Utilizes a physical squat switch connected the SV- 261 per the above
instructions. When this option is selected, the transponder will consider the aircraft to in flight when this
switch is low (electrically grounded).
AUTOMATIC (AIR DATA): The transponder automatically determines whether the aircraft is in flight or not by
using a combination of GPS and air data changes from AF-5000.
• AIRCRAFT CATEGORY: To assist ATC tracking of aircraft, an aircraft category can be transmitted by Mode S
transponders. Set as appropriate for your aircraft.

• AIRCRAFT LENGTH and AIRCRAFT WIDTH: On the ground, ADS-B transmits encoded aircraft size information
which is used by ATC to identify taxiing routes and potential conflicts. Using the aircraft length and width
(wingspan), in your current distance/speed units (meters or feet), the SV- 261 will calculate the appropriate
size code for transmission.

• MAXIMUM CRUISE SPEED: Mode S transponders can transmit their maximum airspeed characteristics to
aircraft equipped with TCAS. This information is used to help identify threats and to plan avoiding action by
the TCAS equipped aircraft. The airspeeds are grouped in ranges. Set as appropriate for your aircraft.

• TIS TRAFFIC: Enables the display of TIS traffic on the AF-5000 Map page when in an area served by a TIS-
enabled radar. Note that TIS is a Mode S uplink service that is provided by some US approach radars. TIS
coverage is limited to the coverage areas of those radars; there is no TIS provision outside the USA. If another
traffic device is connected to AF-5000 and is set up correctly, its traffic information will trump the TIS traffic
from the SV- 261, regardless of this setting.

• GPS DATA: Determines the source of GPS position updates for ADS-B Out:
Use of any of the DIRECT GPS-to-transponder position reporting methods below require that the GPS
that is connected to the transponder be TSO’d when used in the US. Additionally, only specific models
are supported via these connections. Other counties may have different regulatory requirements for
GPS position indicators that are connected directly to the SV- 261’s direct serial input.

• DIRECT (AVIATION): Generic GPS outputting Aviation format data, connected directly to SV- 261 pin 3,
transmitting at 9600 baud. As this data format does not contain all of the information that ADS-B position
inputs require, Trig does not recommend using this connection for any purposes. Using this setting causes the
transponder to transmit the following ADS-B performance parameters:

SIL: 0 (Unknown integrity)

NACp: 0 (Unknown position accuracy)
NIC: 0 (Unknown containment)
NACv: 1 (10m/s accuracy)

• DIRECT (FREEFLIGHT): Freeflight 1201 or 1204 GPS, connected directly to SV- 261 pin 3, transmitting at 19200
baud. Using this setting causes the transponder to transmit the following ADS-B performance parameters:

SIL: 2 (Level C integrity)

NACp: Sent from GPS to transponder. Refer to GPS documentation.
NIC: Sent from GPS to transponder. Refer to GPS documentation.
NACv: 1 (10m/s accuracy)

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 • DIRECT (GARMIN ADS-B): Garmin GNS 400W/500W series (WAAS) or Garmin GTN series, both with
appropriate software updates as designated by Garmin, connected directly to SV -261 pin 3, transmitting at
9600 baud. Note that this option only works with transponder software 2.02 or above. See the Transponder
Software Updates section below for more information about transponder software. Using this setting causes
the transponder to transmit the following ADS-B performance parameters:

SIL: 3 (Level B integrity)

NACp: Sent from GPS to transponder. Refer to GPS documentation.
NIC: Sent from GPS to transponder. Refer to GPS documentation.
NACv: 1 (10m/s accuracy)

• AFS Direct: AF-5000 reports its GPS position to the transponder via its nominal AF-5000<>SV-
261 serial connection. Using this setting causes the transponder to transmit the following ADS-
B performance parameters:

SIL: 0 (Unknown integrity)

NACp: 8, 9 or 10. Dynamic, as reported by GPS.
NIC: 8 (Containment radius <0.1 NM)
NACv: 1 (10m/s accuracy)

• GPS STATUS: Displays whether the SV-XPNDR-26X is receiving valid GPS data.

• ADS-B IN FREQUENCY: Tells the ADS-B system which frequency (US-only) the aircraft can receive
traffic/weather information on.

NONE: The aircraft does not have ADS-B In capability

978 MHz UAT: The aircraft can receive ADS-B traffic and/or weather information via a UAT band (978 Mhz)
1090 MHz ES: The aircraft can receive ADS-B traffic information via a 1090 Mhz ES (extended squitter) device.

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Transponder Post Installation Checks
Post installation checks should be carried out in accordance with your certification requirements. These checks should
include:
• Mode S interrogations to verify correct address programming.
• Verification of the reported altitude using a static tester.
• Where installed, verification of correct squat switch ground/airborne indications. In an aircraft with a squat
switch, setting the Mode switch to ALT when the aircraft is on the ground should leave the transponder in
GND mode; when the aircraft becomes airborne, the mode should switch automatically to ALT.
• Interrogations to verify the receiver sensitivity. A Mode S transponder should have a minimum triggering
level (MTL) of between -77 dBm and -71 dBm. Failure to meet this requirement usually indicates antenna or
coaxial cable problems.
• Interrogations to verify the transmitted power. A Class 1 installation should have no less than 125 Watts at
the antenna (and no more than 500 Watts). A Class 2 installation should have no less than 71 Watts at the
antenna (and no more than 500 Watts). Failure to meet this requirement is also generally due to antenna or
wiring issues.
• Where installed, verification of the GPS position source and ADS-B outputs. Whenever a valid position is
received by the transponder and the transponder is in any mode other than Standby, ADS-B Extended
Squitters should be observed on the transponder test set.
• Ensure all regulatory requirements are met. In the United States, the transponder must be tested and
inspected per FAR 91.413.

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Garmin GTX 327 / GTX 330 Transponder
The AF-5000 can act as the altitude encoder and send the current pressure altitude on EFIS Serial Port #2.
The GTX 327 / GTX 330 should be configured for ICARUS altitude format. The EFIS can also be configured
to receive traffic data from the GTX 330 for the moving map. The GTX 330 should be set for Serial 1
ICARUS Input and REMOTE/TIS output.

EFIS Serial Port EFIS Main Cable GTX 327 GTX 330

Serial Port #2 TXD Pin 13 Pin 19 Pin 22

Serial Port #2 RXD Pin 25 none Pin 23

NOTE: The only time an altimeter and your transponder altitude will agree is when you have the baro set at 29.92. All transponders
require pressure altitude referenced to standard pressure (29.92 in. Hg). The computers at the air traffic control center automatically
adjust your altitude for the pressure offset. Why is this done? If it was not done this way the altitude that all the planes were reporting
would be based on whatever setting a pilot had set and you would have a possibility for human error.

Sandia STX 165R Transponder

The EFIS will send altitude and commands to the remote transponder through a single serial port.

EFIS Serial Port EFIS Main Cable STX 165R STX 165R Function

Serial Port #2 TXD Pin 13 2 RS-232 RXD

Serial Port #2 RXD Pin 25 7 RS-232 TXD
1 Power (11-33V)
5 Ground

Sa ndia STX 165R Connector Pins

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P/N: 73140 Wi-Fi Module

The Wi-Fi Adapter for AF-5000 allows communication with selected Wi-Fi devices and selected
application software on those devices. When equipped for Wi-Fi only one Wi-Fi Adapter needs to be
installed in the plane. The Wi-Fi Adapter for AF-5000 is the only Wi-Fi adapter that AFS supports for
use with the AF-5000 EFIS. The Wi-Fi Adapter for AF-5000 functions as a Wi-Fi Access Point (AP) –
compatible devices connect to the EFIS display as you would connect to a Wi-Fi AP for Internet Access.

While selected devices can connect to a Wi-Fi Adapter for AF-5000 in a manner similar to
connecting to a Wi-Fi AP, an AF-5000 system does not provide Internet Access.

The Wi-Fi Adapter for AF-5000 is compatible with all EFIS Touch screen displays, AF-5000 Rev 7
hardware and any EFIS with the updated CPU (CHECK > ABOUT > SYS OS: 5 ). Physical installation of
the Wi-Fi Adapter for AF-5000 is simple. With the AF-5000 display powered off, plug it into an available
USB port on the back of the EFIS display. Each Wi-Fi Adapter is shipped with a short USB extension
cable which may increase performance and/or range in certain installations.

Configuration of the AF-5000 Wi-Fi system only needs to be done on one EFIS display that has the Wi-Fi
module connected. To configure the Wi-Fi Adapter access the [SET] -> [CAL] MENU. Then, select 44.
WiFi.

NETWORK SSID: Displays the Wi-Fi Network name that will be displayed on a connected device; this
name can be changed by the installer.

WI-FI ENABLED:
ON – Normal operation of AF-5000 Wi-Fi System (Wi-Fi signal is transmitted).
OFF – Disable the AF-5000 Wi-Fi System (Wi-Fi signal is not transmitted).

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WI-FI PASSWORD (WPA2):
• Minimum of 8 characters
• Maximum of 12 characters
• Valid characters are A-Z, 0-9
• Uppercase and lowercase is significant – the password typed in on the device must match the
uppercase.
• After entering the password, push the ENTER button. When in the WI-FI SETUP menu the
password will be displayed.
• Write down the password for future reference and easy recall, such as in the plane’s logbook.

WI-FI ICON ON APPLE DEVICES:

This setting should only be set to NO for Apple devices that have both Wi-Fi and Cellular data
capabilities. When set to YES, Apple devices will show the Wi-Fi icon. However, Cellular data will not be
usable. When set to NO, Apple devices will not show the Wi-Fi icon (even if connected to AF-5000
EFIS), but Cellular data will still be usable.

• YES – Choose YES if you are using an Apple iPad that does not have cellular capability (Wi-Fi
only), or an Apple iPod Touch.
• NO – Choose NO if you have an Apple iPhone or Apple iPad with cellular capability AND you
wish to use the cellular data

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P/N: 74112 AF-ADSB Receiver
AF-5000 can receive traffic and weather via the AF-ADSB UAT Band Traffic and Weather
Receiver. The AF-ADSB is a remote mounted module that connects to the AF-5000 via a
serial port on one of your EFIS display(s). It also requires the installation of a dedicated
antenna for ADS-B signal reception.

P/N: 32021 AFS ADS-B Optional Install Kit

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The optional AFS ADS-B install kit includes the following compontents:
Item QTY Part Number Description
1 1 50,109F DB-9 Connector
2 1 50,109S DB-9 Connector Shell
3 9 50,100M Male DSUB Pins
4 1 73,125 Ball and Stick UAT Antenna
5 2 50,011 BNC Male Crimp Connector RG-142 (Antenna end)

The AF-ADSB is designed to be mounted in any convenient location in the cockpit, the cabin, or an
avionics bay.
The following installation procedure should be followed, remembering to allow adequate space for
installation of cables and connectors.

• Select a position in the aircraft that is not too close to any high external heat source. (The AF-
ADSB is not a significant heat source itself and does not need to be kept away from other
devices for this reason).
• Avoid sharp bends and placing the cables too near to the aircraft control cables.
• Secure the AF-ADSB to the aircraft using its four (4) mounting holes. The device should be
mounted to a flat surface. The mounting tabs on each side of the module have holes sized for
#8-32 fasteners, but it is up to the installer to decide how the module will be secured to the
aircraft.

Additional items you will require, but which are not in the AF-ADSB package, include:

• Antenna and fixing hardware. Antenna selection suggestions are available in the following
section.
• Cables and female BNC connector. You need to supply and fabricate all required cables.
Guidance on cable types is given below.
• Mounting hardware: To secure the AF-ADSB to the aircraft.

Electrical Installation
Because the AF-ADSB can be mounted in a variety of locations, the harness length requirements will
vary from airplane to airplane. Therefore, Advanced Flight does not supply pre-manufactured
harnesses for the AF-ADSB. Instead, your AF-ADSB shipped with the required D9 connector and pins to
generate a suitable harness. Refer to the sections below for detailed wiring information.

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AF-ADS Pin-out Function Notes
Pin
1 10-30V DC Connect to Aircraft Power
2 AF-ADSB Serial RX Data Input from AF-5000 TXD Pin
3 AF-ADSB Serial TX Data Output to AF-5000 RXD Pin
4 Ground Connect to Aircraft Ground
5 No Connect -
6 No Connect -
7 No Connect -
8 No Connect -
9 No Connect -

The pin out depicted below depicts the view from the rear of your male D9 connector – the
view you will have of your harness connector as you are inserting pins into the harness. Note
that the pin numbers are labeled on the face of both the female and male connector.

(from ba ck side of ma le D9 connector on the wiring ha rness)

The following shows the connections for the AF-5000’s nominally available serial ports. Only
ONE of the following serial ports will be used on one screen.

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Power/Ground Input
The AF-ADSB can be powered by 10-30 Volts DC. 22 AWG wire is sufficient for wire runs up to 50’ for
this application. Use an appropriate size fuse or circuit breaker for power supply protection to the AF-
ADSB. If 22 AWG wire is used, a 1 or 3 amp fuse/circuit breaker is acceptable. The AF-ADSB must be
connected to aircraft power, and not to any of the AF-5000 power outputs.

Serial RX/TX
All communication between the AF-ADSB module and the AF-5000 is accomplished via a single
bidirectional serial connection. To accomplish this:

• Choose an unused serial port on a EFIS display to connect the AF-ADSB. Note that both the TX
and RX sides of the serial port are needed, and both the RX and TX lines must be connected.

• Connect the AF-ADSB TX wire (pin 3) to the AF-5000 serial RX of your choosing.

• Connect the AF-ADSB RX wire (pin 2) to the AF-5000 serial TX of your choosing.

Antenna Selection and Installation

The AF-ADSB requires its own antenna; it cannot share the transponder’s antenna. The selected
antenna should be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. A UAT-specific antenna or a
transponder antenna may be used with the AF-ADSB. Antennas available include (but are not limited
to):
UAT Antennas

AFS P/N: 73,125 Ball and Stick UAT Antenna

Delta Pop (non-TSO):

http://www.deltapopaviation.com/UAT_Antenna.html

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 Rami AV-74 (TSO’d):
http://www.rami.com/product-view.php?pid=24

Transponder Antennas: Any antenna suitable for use with an aircraft transponder will work
with the AF-ADSB.

The following considerations should be taken into account when siting the antenna:

• The antenna should be well removed from any projections, the engine(s) and propeller(s). It
should also be well removed from landing gear doors, access doors or others openings which
will break the ground plane for the antenna.
• The antenna should be mounted on the bottom surface of the aircraft and in a vertical position
when the aircraft is in level flight.
• Where practical, plan the antenna location to keep the cable lengths as short as possible and
avoid sharp bends in the cable to minimize the VSWR (voltage standing wave ratio).
• The AF-ADSB antenna should not be installed within 2 feet (24 inches) of the transponder
antenna.

Antenna Ground Plane

When a conventional aircraft monopole antenna is used it relies on a ground plane for correct
behavior. For ideal performance the ground plane should be very large compared to the wavelength of
reception, which is 305 mm. In a metal skinned aircraft this is usually easy to accomplish, but is more
difficult in a composite or fabric skinned aircraft. In these cases a metallic ground plane should be
fabricated and fitted under the antenna.
As the ground plane is made smaller, the actual dimensions of the ground plane become more critical,
and small multiples of the wavelength should be avoided, as should circles. Rectangles or squares are
much less likely to create a critical dimension that resonates with the transmissions. The smallest
practical ground plane is a square around 130 mm per side; as the size increases the performance may
actually get worse, but will be better by the time the ground plane is 780 mm on each side. Anything
much larger than that size is unlikely to show significant further improvement.

The thickness of the material used to construct the ground plane is not critical, providing it is
sufficiently conductive. A variety of proprietary mesh and grid solutions are available. Heavyweight
cooking foil meets the technical requirements, but obviously needs to be properly supported.

Antenna Cable
An acceptable cable:
• Has less than 3.0 dB loss for the run length needed. For runs less than 17 feet, RG58 is
acceptable.
• Has a characteristic impedance of 50 Ohms
• If running the antenna cable in a bundle with or in close proximity to the transponder antenna
cable:
Has double braid screens or has a foil and braid screen. For runs less than 17 feet,
RG400 is acceptable.

When routing the cable, ensure that you:

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 • Route the cable away from sources of heat.
• Route the cable away from potential interference sources such as ignition wiring, 400Hz
generators, fluorescent lighting and electric motors.
• Keep the cable run as short as possible.
• Avoid routing the cable round tight bends.
• Avoid kinking the cable even temporarily during installation.
• Secure the cable so that it cannot interfere with other systems.

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Antenna BNC Connector
This section describes the technique for attaching the antenna cable to a BNC connector. A BNC
connector is not supplied with the AF-ADSB. The AF-ADSB has a female BNC connection. Therefore,
you will need to source a male BNC connector that is compatible with the antenna cable type that
meets your aircraft’s needs.

A dual crimp style BNC connector can be completed using a wide range of commercial crimp tools (for
example the Tyco 5-1814800-3). The die apertures for the inner pin and the outer shield should be
approximately 1.72 mm and 5.41 mm respectively.
• Strip back the coax cable to the dimensions in the table, as shown in the diagram below. Slide
25 mm (1 inch) of heat shrink tubing over the cable.
• Slide the outer crimp sleeve over the cable – it must go on before securing the center contact.

Crimp the center contact to the cable.

• Insert the cable into the connector – the center contact should click into place in the body, the
inner shield should be inside the body of the connector and the outer shield should be outside
the body.
• Crimp the outer sleeve over the shield.
Slide heat shrink tubing forward (flush to connector) and heat to shrink the tubing.

AF-ADSB -Related AF-5000 Display Settings

Serial Port Setup
Before the ADS-B STATUS menu can be accessed, the AF-ADSB needs to be set up as a serial device on
the AF-5000 display. To accomplish this:

Go to CALIBRATION MENU > SET > CAL > ADMIN Settings

• Navigate to the serial port that you physically connected the AF-ADSB module to in the
previous steps.
• Select 71412 AF-ADSB. Press SAVE.
• Exit SETUP.

Post Installation Checks

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After the AF-ADSB has been configured, confirmation that communication has been
established with the module by performing the following procedure:

CHECK > ABOUT > WX

These two fields should be counting up

If you are within range of an ADSB ground station you should be getting
FIS-B weather data.

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FreeFlight XPLORER ADS-B Receiver
P/N: 74110

P/N: 32020 Freeflight ADS-B Optional Install Kit

The optional Freeflight ADS-B install kit includes the following compontents:
Item QTY Part Number Description
1 1 50,115F DB-15 Connector
2 1 50,115S DB-15 Connector Shell
3 15 50,100F Female DSUB Pins
4 1 73,125 Ball and Stick UAT Antenna
5 1 50,010 SMA Male Crimp Connector RG-142 (ADS-B end)
6 1 50,011 BNC Male Crimp Connector RG-142 (Antenna end)

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NavWorx ADS-B

The NavWorx ADS600 series ADS-B equipment can be directly interfaced to your AF-5000 EFIS. The ADS600 UAT
receiver displays ADS-B information including TIS-B traffic and FIS-B weather. The ADS600-B UAT Transceiver displays
the same information but also transmits your position to the ADS-B system. ADS-B is a free service provided by the FAA
that transmits weather and traffic information to aircraft with compatible receivers. With a transceiver, aircraft can
participate in the system by transmitting their position to the ADS-B system for the benefit of other aircraft and ATC.

ADS600 (-B) Setup

Connect the NAVWORX device to your EFIS in accordance with the NavWorx installation manual. The ADS600-B
Display Port can connect to any available AFS serial port. The ADS600-B Altitude Encoder Port should connect to AFS
serial port #2. It is important to have the NavWorx maintenance port connected to a DB9 connector. This will allow for
future software updates and to setup/configure the ADS-B box.
Configure Serial Port #3 for ADSB57K and Serial Port #2 for TFC/ICARUS

EFIS Main Harness ADS600(-B) P1 EFIS Configuration

13 Serial #2 TX 7 ICARUS/TRFC
5 Serial #3 RX 5 ADS-B
4 Serial #3 TX 24 ADS-B
21 Serial #3 GND 23 ADS-B

Configure the wired EFIS serial port for ADSB 57k. This example shows the configuration for connection to serial port
#3.

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Use the NavWorx ADS600 Console PC software to configure the ADSB unit.

Altitude should be set to Icarus 9,600

Display Port set to Traffic Alerts (Advanced Flight Systems) and 57,600 Baud Rate

Verify that you have the Transmitter ENABLED

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 Verify that the ADSB unit is talking to the EFIS. The CHECK -> ABOUT EFIS page will display the
ADSB OSHIP messages (scroll down). The OSHIP message counter should be counting up.

The TRFC: and FIS-B: message counters will count up when the unit is getting data from the ground station.

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WX-500 Stormscope

The AF-5000 can receive and display lightning from a L3 WX-500 Stormscope. The WX-500 is
a remote mounted module that connects to the AF-5000 via a serial port on one of your EFIS
display(s).

EFIS Serial Port Setting: WX500

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Engine Sensor Installation
Lycoming/Continental

Lycoming CHT Probe Location EGT Probe Location

EGT Clamp Installation

1. Locate the EGT probes, P/N 40200, not less than 1 1/2” or more than 3” below the exhaust stack attachment
flange. 2” to 3” is optimum, and try to mount all probes equal distance from the exhaust flanges. On curved
stacks, assume probe tip is on stack centerline for determining distance to exhaust flange. Carefully center
punch the probe hole locations such that the portions of the probes external to the exhaust pipes will not
interfere with any parts of the engine or cowling. Drill holes with a #30 drill.
2. Carefully insert probe and clamp snugly with screwdriver.
3. Install CHT probes, P/N 40100, in threaded wells on cylinders. Torque probe bodies to 25-30 inch pounds.
4. Install terminals on #20 type J & K thermocouple wire
5. WIRES MUST HAVE A 1/4" DRIP LOOP TO PREVENT OIL OR SOLVENT FROM RUNNING INTO THE
PROBE.
This wire is very hard and will loosen inside a crimped brass or copper terminal, as there is no “cold welding” action like
there is with crimped copper wire.
To prevent loosening of the crimp in service proceed as follows:
1. Strip wire exposing 3/8” of core conductor. Take care not to nick or cut the conductor.
2. Double end of wire back in hairpin bend so crimp is on doubled wire.
3. Crimp on a non-insulated barrel terminal using a crimping tool designed for non-insulated terminals. Be sure
that the barrel seam is facing the rounded side of the crimping tool and not the crimping post as this will result in
a poor crimp.
4. Place a drop of Alpha Metals 51022 liquid soldering flux (Ace Hardware) in open end of crimp and then heat
and sweat in rosin core solder to fill the joint.

2. Fasten the extensions to the engine by means of clamps held by valve cover screws or by tying the extensions to
intake tubes. If the extension goes up to a valve cover, provide some slack for a “drip loop” so that oil and engine
cleaning solvents will drip off probe lead and not run into the end of the probe. It is important that the probe lead or
extension wire be first clamped or tied to the engine before being tied to the engine mount or airframe, to keep
“working” of the probe lead as it comes out of the body to a minimum. AVOID CONTACT OF LEADS WITH
CYLINDER HEADS OR EXHAUST PIPES. USE SLEEVING OVER LEADS IF TYING TO IGNITION HARNESS. If
leads cannot pass through firewall with other wiring, drill a 3/8” hole in firewall and use a neoprene grommet for each
4 to 6 leads, seal with a sealing compound.

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RPM Sensor Installation
The RPM sensor should be installed in the non-impulse coupled magneto if possible (Engines with one
electronic ignition should install the sensor in the impulse mag). The correct magneto can be found in the
engine manual. The sensor is screwed into the magnet vent port nearest the magneto-mounting flange
where the magneto attaches to the engine. Replace the existing vent plug with the sensor. The RPM sensor
wires should be connected to the Engine Harness with Fast On Terminals, Butt Connectors or with solder
and heat shrink. If using one mag and one electronic ignition, use the mag sensor for RPM input, as long as
the mag is turning, RPM will be displayed even with the mag turned off.
The RED sensor is for Slick Mags and the BLUE sensor is for Bendix mags.
CAUTION: Do not route RPM sensor wires with Magneto P leads or electron ignition wiring. Most Magnetos
have two ports on opposite sides, one near the plug wires and one near the drive shaft. The sensor needs to
be mounted in the port closest to the drive shaft.
HARNESS SENSOR WIRE
Pin 31 White/Orange +5V RED
Pin 32 White/Green Signal WHT
Pin 16 Black Ground BLK

ELECTRONIC IGNITION

The electronic ignition input is on connector pin 33. It may be necessary to remove the RPM wire from Pin 32
to Pin 33. This should only be used if dual electronic ignitions are installed!

Engine Harness Pin 33 Electronic Ignition input.

P-Mags

If using P-Mags, verify they are in 12V RPM signal mode with the manufacturer and connect it to Pin 33
(Electronic RPM Input). If one P-Mag and one Mag are installed, either the PMAG or the MAG sensor can be
used for RPM input, DO NOT CONNECT BOTH.

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P/N: 71420L RPM Interface Board
The 71420L board can be used to read two electronic ignition modules.

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Oil Temperature Sensor Installation
The oil temperature sensor is mounted on the engine. The engine
manual should show the proper location for the sensor. The
bushing is supplied with a crush type gasket that can only be used
once. The location is usually near the filter and should be safety
wired to the engine case. Replace the existing vent plug with the
supplied bushing and sensor. The Oil Temperature Pressure
sensor wire should be connected from the harness to the
transducer by crimping a standard #8 ring terminal to the wire.

Pin 7 White/Brown

Optional 2 Wire Oil Temperature Sensor P/N: 40415

Connect one sensor wire to the White/Brown wire and one to an EMS ground connection. Do NOT connect
to a ground on the engine.

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TIT Probes

If your aircraft has turbo inlet temperature probes they are wired to the Engine Sensor Main Harness cable

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Rotax Engines

CHT Probes
The Rotax engine has two CHT sensors preinstalled on the engine. One sensor is installed in the left
side cylinder head water jacket and one is on the right side.
Rotax recommends bare ¼” female Faston terminals (6.3x0.8 DIN 46247) to connect to the CHT probes.
You will need to add wires to the unpopulated connector pins.
The Rotax CHT probes are resistive sensors and should be connected to the DB-37 engine monitor plug
pins 22 (Tank 3) and 23 (Tank 4). When using the Rotax CHT probes you will not be able to have four fuel
tanks.

Once you have the sensors installed you will

need to configure the CHT sensor type to
“ROTAX CHT”
and configure the Temperature Ranges for
your engine.

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EGT Probes
For Rotax engines two of the four cylinders are usually monitored for EGT, you can select to monitor all four
EGT’s of desired. If only two EGT probes are used they should be mounted on the two rear cylinder’s
exhaust manifolds for proper temperature comparison.
See EGT Clamp Style Probe Installation for instructions.
Boss Mount EGT Probes
Some Rotax engine exhaust manifolds are drilled for boss mount EGT probes. If your engine has boss
mount EGT locations use our optional P/N: 40,202 Boss Mount EGT Probe.

Once you have the EGT sensors installed you

will need to configure the Engine Type to
“ROTAX 2 EGT” or “ROTAX 4 EGT”

RPM
The Rotax engines have a 5th trigger coil for RPM monitoring. The trigger coil outputs on a two-
wire harness. Connect one of the two wires to ground and the other to the supplied 33K
resistor, the other end of the resistor than connects to the P/N: 71420 R Rotax RPM interface
board yellow wire. The Rotax RPM interface board is a small heat shrinked module and should
be secured on the inside of the aircraft. If you are using the P/N:71420RX you do not need to
install the 33K resistor.

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Rotax Oil Pressure

VDO Pressure Sensor

Rotax Engines with the older VDO
resistive pressure sensor should
connect the Sensor to Pin 6
(Yellow/White).
**If your EFIS is configured for
voltage sensors (-V) in the part
number you will need to connect
the supplied 1.02K Resistor to Pin
19.

Honeywell Pressure Sensor

Rotax P/N 956413
Rotax Engines with the
Honeywell (4-20ma) pressure
sensor will need to connect the
sensor to the P/N: 71430
Honeywell Interface Module.

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Rotax P/N 956413 Oil Pressure Sensor (new 2012)

The new Rotax oil pressure sensor is functionally identical to the previous Honeywell (Rotax P/N 956413)
sensor, and connects in the same. However, the connector and wiring for the sensor that Rotax includes with
the engine may require some assembly. See the diagram below for the pin out of the connector, Sensor pin
A is not connected.

Select 41,102 HON RTX as the

sensor type.

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Fuel Flow

The Rotax 914 has fuel return and requires a second fuel flow transducer and the P/N 71,440 Fuel Flow
Differential Module. Make sure that the main fuel line transducer is connected to FEED and the return line
transducer is connected to RETURN. The P/N: 71,440 FFDM-1 Module will also need to be connected to
+12V Power buss. The +12V Power will power the module and both transducers.

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Rotax Fuel Pressure
ROTAX 912
P/N: 41201 Kavlico Fuel
Pressure Sensor
EFIS must be configured for
voltage sensors (-V) in the part
number

Select 41,215 VDO (0-30) Sensor in calibration, use shift adjust to make fuel pressure display 0 PSI

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ROTAX 914
The Rotax 914 uses a special UMA differential pressure sensor P/ N: 41,220.

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VDO Fuel Pressure Sensor
**If your EFIS is configured for voltage sensors (-V) in the part number you will need to connect the supplied
1.02K Resistor to Pin 19.

Select 41,215 VDO (0-30) Sensor in calibration, use shift adjust to make fuel pressure display 0 PSI

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JABIRU

CHT Sensor
Jabiru engines require a 12mm ring-terminal CHT probe for each cylinder. First, slide the compression washer off the
spark plug. Slide the 12mm ring-terminal probe onto the plug. Now, slide the spark plug compression washer back onto
the spark plug. Reinstall the spark plug into the spark plug hole. Refer to the documentation that came with the engine for
more information.

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Diemech Turbine
The Diemech Turbine uses both CAN Aerospace and individual sensors to monitor the engine. The following sensors
should be connected to the engine:
Gearbox Oil Pressure

AF-5000 EMS Connector Sensor Pin

Custom er Pow e r (9-36V) 1

Airc ra ft Gro und 2
DB-37 Pin 6 Oil Pressure 3

Oil Temperature

AF-5000 EMS Connector Sensor Pin

DB-37 Pin 7 Oil Tem p 1

DB-37 Pin 5 Gro und 5

Fuel Pressure
Uses sta nd a rd AFS Ka vlic o (0-50PSI) sensor a nd w iring

EGT
QTY 1 Typ e K EGT p rob e w ired to EGT #1 EMS inp ut.

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Amp Transducer Installation
Shunt Tra nsducer
Mount the Shunt amp transducer to a stationary location in the main power wire from the Alternator.
The Shunt Amp transducer wires should be connected from the harness to the transducer by crimping two
standard #8 ring terminal to the wires.

Pin 24 Orange/Green + Alternator Side

Pin 25 Orange/Purple - Battery Side

Optiona l Ha ll Effect Tra nsducer (Used fo r d ua l Alte rna tor System s)

Mount the amp transducer in the cabin area to a stationary location. The
amp transducer board should be mounted so that the bottom of the circuit
board does not touch any metal. The amp transducer is designed to
measure the current in the wire from the alternator. The wire from the
alternator must pass through the transducer in the proper direction; the
board is marked alternator on one side and battery on the other. Male D-
sub pins will need to be crimped onto the transducer wires.
CAUTION: Always ground yourself before wiring.
Pin 29 +10V White/Orange
Pin 11 Signal White
Pin 30 Ground White/Blue

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Pressure Transducer Installation

Firewall Installation using Van’s P/N: VA-168, 3-port manifold

mounting block.

Oil Pressure Transducer Installation

Mount the oil pressure transducer in a stationary location.
Connect the transducer with aircraft grade hose and fittings.
The proper oil pressure port can be found in the engine
manual. The engine must have a pressure fitting with a
restrictor hole in it. The transducer is supplied with 1/8”
NPT pipe thread connections. The case of the sender has
to be connected to ground. The Oil Pressure transducer
wire should be connected from the harness to the transducer
by crimping a standard #8 ring terminal to the wire or connecting to the supplied connector.

Pin 6 White/Yellow

NOTE: The pressure rating (100psi or 10bar 150psi) can be found stamped on the bottom hex fitting
of the transducer
P/N Pressure Manufacturer Color Termination
41,101 0-150 PSI (10 bar) Kavlico Gold/Black Plug
41,105 0-100 PSI Stewart Warner Gold #8 Ring
41,115 0-150 PSI (10 bar) VDO Silver #8 Ring

CAUTION: NEVER CONNECT THE PRESSURE TRANSDUCER DIRECTLY TO THE ENGINE.

Fuel Pressure Transducer Installation

Mount the fuel pressure transducer to a stationary location. Connect the transducer with aircraft grade hose
and fittings. The proper fuel pressure connection port can be found in the engine manual. The engine must
have a pressure fitting with a .040” or smaller restrictor hole in it, this prevents fuel pump pulsations
from damaging the transducer and will slow the flow of fuel if a hose were to fail. The transducer is supplied
with 1/8” NPT pipe thread connections. The case of the sender has to be connected to ground. The
Fuel Pressure transducer wire should be connected from the harness to the transducer by crimping a
standard #8 ring terminal to the wire.

If using the P/N: 41,215 (0-30 PSI) transducer, a ¼” Fast-On terminal is used for the transducer wire and a
separate ground wire connected to the second terminal. It does not matter which terminal is used for the
sensor wire or ground wire.

Pin 8 Brown

NOTE: The pressure rating can be found stamped on the bottom hex fitting of the transducer
Carbureted Engines
P/N Pressure Manufacturer Color Terminal
41,201 0-15 PSI Kavlico Gold/Black Plug
41205 0-16 PSI Stewart Warner Gold #8 Ring
41215 0-30 PSI (2 bar) VDO Silver ¼” Fast-On (Signal & GND)

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Fuel Injected Engines
P/N Pressure Manufacturer Color Terminal
41,301 0- 50 PSI Kavlico Gold/Black Plug
41305 0-60 PSI Stewart Warner Gold #8 Ring
41315 0-80 PSI (5 bar) VDO Silver #8 Ring

VDO Pressure Sensors

**If your EFIS is configured for voltage sensors (-V) in the part number you will need to connect the supplied
1.02K Resistors to Pin 19 for each VDO Pressure Sensor.

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Fuel Flow Transducer Installation
The inlet and outlet ports in the fuel flow transducer
have ¼” NPT threads. Use only ¼” NPT hose or pipe
fittings to match. When assembling fittings into the inlet
and outlet ports DO NOT EXCEED a torque of 180 inch
lbs, or screw the fittings in more than 2 full turns past
hand tight WHICHEVER HAPPENS FIRST. AFS will
not be responsible for cracked castings caused by
failure to use ¼” NPT fittings, over-torquing the fittings,
or assembling them beyond the specified depth. Use
only aircraft FUEL LUBE on the NPT fittings; NEVER
USE TEFLON TAPE IN AN AIRCRAFT FUEL
SYSTEM.
A screen or filter should be installed upstream of the flow transducer to screen out debris which could affect
rotor movement or settle in the V-
bearings.
Mount the fuel flow transducer in a
position so the three wire leads are
pointed straight up. Use only smooth
radius curves in the fuel line and place
the transducer with 5” of straight line
before and after. The transducer wires
should be connected directly to the 37-
pin D-SUB using the cable provided.
The transducer should be mounted
according to the fuel metering device
manufacturer’s recommendations.

AFS has seen good results with the

following mounting:
1. The transducer in a stationary
location in-line between the electric boost pump and the engine driven pump.
2. The transducer in a stationary location in-line between the fuel injection servo and the distribution
block.
3. The transducer in a stationary location in-line between the Engine driven pump and the Carburetor.
NOTE: The Electronics International FT-60 (Red Cube) transducer is rated for .6 – 70+ GPH. AFS
recommends that the Electronics International FT-90 (Gold Cube) transducer be used for applications
requiring more than 35 GPH (350HP) or for gravity flow fuel systems without a fuel pump (Contact AFS to
exchange transducers).
CAUTION: NEVER CONNECT THE FUEL FLOW TRANSDUCER DIRECTLY TO THE ENGINE WITHOUT
COVERING WITH FIRE SLEEVE.
The Fuel Flow transducer wires should be connected from the harness to the transducer using the supplied
fast on connectors.
Pin 15 Red +5V
Pin 14 White Signal
Pin 13 Black Ground

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Fuel Flow Calibration
The accuracy of the fuel computer is affected by the value of Counts per .01 gals (K Factor). The Counts per .01 gals
(K Factor) sets the calibration of the instrument to match the flow transducer and the variations in the installation. After
running a tank of fuel use the following formula to adjust the accuracy.

The Counts per .01 gals (K Factor) is adjusted from the Fuel Flow/Computer page in Instrument Calibration.
New Counts p er .01 g a ls = (Old Counts p er .01 g a ls) x (Disp GAL USED/PUMP GALS)

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Manifold Pressure Transducer Installation
The manifold pressure transducer should be mounted on the firewall or in the cabin area. The transducer
port is connected to the engine manifold pressure port with a ¼” ID hose and hose clamp. The manifold
pressure port location can be found in the engine manual.
P/N Pressure Application
41400 30 In-Hg Normally Aspirated Engine
41401 59 In-Hg Turbo Charged Engine

We used the following fittings to connect the transducer in our aircraft:

AN823-4 45 deg pipe to 37 deg flare fitting
471-4D 37 deg flare fitting for hose
306-4 ¼” ID Black Hose
The transducer wires should be connected from the harness to the transducer using the supplied
Weatherpack connector.
For information on crimping the Weatherpack pins:
http://www.weatherpack.com

The Weatherpack connector comes with three pins, three rubber seals, and a connector housing. Slide the
three rubber seals onto the three wires and the pins onto the ends of the wires. Crimp the 3 pins onto the
ends of the wires, ensuring that the long tabs that cradle the rubber
seal wrap around the seal.

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Manifold Sensor Connections:

Pin 18 WHT/RED +5V C

Pin 26 GRN/RED Signal (4.5V - .5V) B
Pin 17 Black Ground A

Fuel Tank Level Sensor

Float Type
Any standard 40-240 Ohm float style probe should work without any problem. The single wire from the
Engine Harness should be connected to the float sensor terminal. Verify that the float mounting base is
attached to the airframe ground. For the tank gauges to work properly, the floats should freely move from
the top to the bottom of the tank.

Capacitance Type
If the engine monitoring system was setup at the factory for Capacitance fuel tanks input any probe or
adaptor that puts out a 0-5 Volt DC signal can be used. A 1.5K OHM resistor MUST be placed in series with
the fuel tank input wire to limit the voltage to 4 Volts.

P/N: 51105 Van’s Capacitance Tank Adaptor

Sensor Connections:

Adaptor Wire Function Connection

Red +12V EFIS Power Source

White Signal (4V - .5V) Tank 1 EMS Pin 20 ORN/BRN
Tank 2 EMS Pin 21 ORN/BLU
Black Ground Avionics Ground

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Trim & Flap Position Installation

The system is designed to read the position transducer that is

in the MAC trim servo. The MAC servo has 5 wires. The two
white wires are for motor operation and the color-striped wires
are for the position transducer.
The flap position can be measured by using the MAC linear
position sensor P/N: POS-12
http://www.rayallencompany.com/products/indsens.html
CAUTION: DO NOT connect the MAC indicators and the AF-
5500/5600 the MAC trim servos. The MAC trim indicators are
+12V and the EFIS screens are +10V. The power and ground
wires connect to all the servo’s.
CAUTION: Verify before turning the system on the trim servo wiring is correct. If the +10V or Ground
connection is wired to the WHT/GRN wire on a servo, it could damage the servo.
Pin 2 Yellow +10V Trim and/or Flap WHT/BLU
Pin 3 Black Ground Trim and/or Flap WHT/ORN

Pin 34 Blue Flap Posn Flap WHT/GRN

Pin 35 Brown/Yellow Elevator Posn Trim WHT/GRN
Pin 36 Brown/Blue Aileron Posn Trim WHT/GRN
Pin 12 Not Pinned Rudder Posn Trim WHT/GRN

Note: Trim & Flap Positions MUST be calibrated. See the Instrument Calibration section.

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Coolant Temp
The Coolant temp input is designed to use the AFS standard Oil Temp sensor P/N:40406

AFS has optional calibration data for the VDO P/N: 323-057 (300F) Sensor

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Airplane Map Icon Image
The AF-5000 Map can be configured to use a custom airplane Icon. From the
Calibration -> Transfer Files menu select Aircraft Image to transfer the new
airplane Icon from the SD card to the EFIS screen.

The Airplane Icon must be a 128 x 128 pixel png file with a transparent background with the name
airplane.png

Procedure to load new airplane Icon:

1. Using a graphics program save your new 128 x 128 Icon to a SD card using the name
airplane.png
2. Place the SD card into the EFIS screen
3. Select the Aircraft Image menu from the Transfer Files menu.
4. Press the REST button to transfer the Icon to the EFIS screen.

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Vendor Logo Splash Screen
The AF-5000 can be configured to use a custom startup splash screen. From the Calibration  Transfer
Files menu select Vendor Logo Image to transfer the new splash screen from the SD card to the EFIS
screen.

The Vendor Logo must be a 1024 x 225 pixel png file with the name VLOGO_1024x225.png
** VLOGO_1024x225.png file must be smaller than 200K

Procedure to load new splash screen:

1. Using a graphics program save your new 1024 x 225 pixel file to a SD card using the name
VLO G O_1024x225.p ng .
2. Place the SD card into the EFIS screen
3. Select the Vendor Logo File menu from the Transfer Files menu.
4. Press the REST button to transfer the new file.

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Landing Gear Warning System
The AF-5000 landing gear warning system is designed to provide an additional level of safety for land based
and amphibious, retractable gear aircraft. Both visual and audible voice alerts are used to convey the
position of the gear and the landing mode.

Amphibian Aircraft
The landing gear warning system will provide information on the position of the landing gear prior to either a
water landing, or a runway landing. The EFIS digital inputs #1 (Gear Down) and #2 (Gear Up) should be
wired to the landing gear position limit switches. The inputs are active when connected to aircraft ground.

Landing Gear Configuration Menu

The following configuration items control the landing gear warning system

Flight Mode
The system is activated in Flight Mode when the following conditions are detected:
The current IAS is above

AND the flap down switch is not active.

In Flight Mode if the landing gear is not up and the aircraft airspeed is above

you will get a “CHECK LANDING GEAR” warning.

Landing Advisory Mode

The system is activated in Landing Advisory Mode when the following conditions are detected:
The current IAS is below

OR the flap down switch is active.

In Landing Advisory Mode the pilot will be prompted with the following message and audio “Check Landing
Gear”:

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Pressing WATER plays the sound “Water Landing” and starts checking for the gear up input.

Pressing RUNWAY plays the sound “Runway Landing” and starts checking for the gear down input.

After 15 seconds if the gear is not in the correct position for the selected landing mode will trigger a new
message and audio alert.

Gear Down Indication during climb-out. A Single 'Check Landing Gear' audio is issued as a reminder when
passing through the Gear Down Speed.

Gear Down Overspeed Indication. Will be accompanied with audio alert “Check Landing Gear”.

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Gear Transition indication shown when lifting or lowering the landing gear.

Gear Up Indication

Gear Up Landing Mode Selection Initiated by Flaps Deployment.

Gear Up Water Landing Mode Selected, Green Box indicated good and Blue for water.

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Gear Down Runway Landing Mode Selected, Green Box indicated good and gray for runway.

WARNING: THE AF-5000 LANDING GEAR WARNING SYSTEM SHOULD NOT BE

UTILIZED AS THE PRIMARY MEANS OF DETERMINING GEAR POSITION. THE USER
SHOULD UTILIZE THE NORMAL OPERATING PROCEDURES AS DEFINED IN THE
AIRCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL AS THE PRIMARY INDICATION OF GEAR POSITION.

Landing Gear configuration menu.

1. Aircraft Type
Selects Land or Amphibian mode.

2. Gear Up Airspeed (KTS)

If the landing gear is not up and the aircraft is above this speed you will get the alert
“CHECK LANDING GEAR”

3. Gear Down Airspeed (KTS)

The airspeed that will trigger the select landing mode message.

4. Instrument On/Off
Enables the gear warning system.

5. Landing Gear Audio On/Off

Should be ON for audible warnings.

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Instrument Calibration

Instrument calibration will allow you to calibrate the various instruments and set the desired warning levels.
Calibration mode can be entered from the run screen as long as you do not have any airspeed from the
following menu:
[SET] -> [CAL] Hold for 2 seconds
A list of instruments will appear. Scroll through the list by rotating the joystick. There are multiple pages of
instruments.
To calibrate an instrument press the joystick in, While the cursor is on the desired instrument. On the Right
side of the screen, a calibration list will appear.
On the top right a number will appear. This is the digital value read by the selected sensor. This value will
change if the condition the sensor is reading changes (Example, AD_VALUE 453).
Below this number there will be a list of calibration data. Rotate the joystick to select the desired line and
press the joystick in to enable the cursor.
To adjust any of the warning values make sure the cursor is on the desired one and twist the knob until the
value desired is displayed.
When an instrument has been calibrated/setup, press [BACK] to return to the previous page.

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Advanced-SV Network Configuration
From the Instrument Calibration menu you should select: 2. Advanced-SV Network

Scanning for Network Devices

Press the SCAN button to detect all the devices on the Network

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Updating Network Devices
If any of the Network devices have old software you can press the LOAD button to update the software on all network
devices. Once the new software is loaded on the network devices the system will reboot.

Configuring ADAHRS 200 and 201

Once the system as detected the ADAHRS 200 or 201 you will need to configure the EFIS to use them.

Select HW:AF-SV, NET:TXD for both the Air Module Config and AHRS Module Config

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Engine Gauge Color Bands

Max
The instrument displayed value at the top of
the gauge
Red High At
The instrument displayed value when the
needle turns red at the top of the gauge. If a
red range is not desired, set this parameter
to the max value.

Yellow High At
The instrument displayed value when the
needle turns yellow at the top of the gauge.
If a yellow range is not desired, set this
parameter to the max value.

Yellow Low At
The instrument displayed value when the needle turns yellow at the bottom of the gauge. If a red range is
not desired, set this parameter to the min value.

Red Low At
The instrument displayed value when the needle turns red at the bottom of the gauge. You can set this
parameter to the Min value if you do not want a bottom yellow band.
Minimum
The instrument displayed value at the bottom of the gauge

Audio On/Off
Turns on or off the audio warning feature.

Instrument On/Off
Turns on or off the entire instrument.
Calibration Tips:
• AF-5500/5600 systems are shipped with all sensors except Fuel Tanks and Trim / Flap sensors fully
calibrated. Individual sensors should not need to be adjusted unless a new sensor is installed.
• The Amps transducer (Hall or Shunt) will need to have the zero amp point set.
• Anytime an Instrument is calibrated and new data is entered, make sure to write that data down. Keep
a good record of this data in a safe place in the event. If something happens and data is lost, the data
written down can easily be re-entered.
• When calibrating any temperature sensor wait until the calibration number stops changing (2-3
minutes) before recording it. This will help make the calibration more accurate.

To exit the calibration page press the [BACK] button twice. This will return the EFIS to main flight
information display. The calibration data entered/changed will be saved and used. Make sure to use caution
while calibrating instruments. Saving bad calibration data causes the instrument readings to be off.

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Airspeed Color Range Settings
The Airspeed tape color range settings should
be adjusted for your aircraft. All the speeds
are in Knots. You must configure these
settings on each EFIS Screen in the aircraft.
Max: Top of the gauge Should be set to 240
KTS unless you have the special order high
speed sensors.

Vne: Never Exceed Speed This is where the

Red arc starts.
Vno: Normal Operation, This is the top of the
green arc, bottom of the yellow.
Vfe: Flap Extend Speed, Top of the white arc.
Vs0: Stall Speed with the Flaps up.
Vs1: Stall Speed with the Flaps Down.
Airspeed Adjust: This should normally be 0, it can be used to offset the airspeed readings.
Airspeed Enable: This should normally be On, it can be used to turn off the airspeed gauge.
Units: Knots or MPH, the Airspeed tape range V Speeds are always set in knots.

Altimeter Check
Item 2 in Instrument Calibration
The altimeter check should be performed on an as-needed basis. If the altimeter is found to be out of
specification, the following adjustment can be performed from the EFIS Calibration menu:
2. Altitude
3. Altitude Adjust (FT)

After making an adjustment, ensure that the altimeter meets the tolerances allowed between 0 and 30,000
feet. If this adjustment does not correct the unit, contact Advanced Flight Systems for service.

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RPM Calibration

The RPM Gauge has three unique features that are slightly different than the standard gauge options. These
features include:
Yellow Mid Band Top: Used to depict prop operating mid range restrictions. This should be set to 0 if the
propeller manual doesn't specify a mid caution range.
Yellow Mid Band Bottom: Used to depict prop operating mid range restrictions. This should be set to 0 if
the propeller manual doesn't specify a mid caution range.

Pulses Per 2 Revolutions: The systems needs to know how many pulses the RPM input will see in two
propeller rotations. The following data should help select the correct number to use.
1. Standard RPM sensor with Slick Mag 4 Cylinders: Pulses = 2
2. Standard RPM sensor with Slick Mag 6 Cylinders: Pulses = 3
3. Standard RPM sensor with Lasar Mag 4 Cylinders: Pulses = 4
4. Standard RPM sensor with Lasar Mag 6 Cylinders: Pulses = 6
5. Electronic Ignition 4 Cylinders: Pulses = 4
6. Electronic Ignition 6 Cylinders: Pulses = 6

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Fuel Tank Calibration

The AF-5000 screen with the engine board stores two sets of calibration numbers for
each tank. It uses the ground calibration numbers when the Airspeed is less than 30kts
(1700 RPM for Engine Monitor only). The flight calibration numbers are used when the
airspeed is greater than 30kts (1700 RPM for Engine Monitor only). This feature enables
the fuel gauges to read correct on the ground for a tail-wheel equipped airplane. If the
aircraft does not have a tail-wheel set the ground and flight data to the same calibration
number.

It is important to understand that fuel level measurements are subject to the

physical limitations of the sensor. Depending on your fuel tank and sensor
geometry, there may be some immeasurable fuel at one or both ends of the fuel
level sensors’ range. The end result is that you may experience fuel readings at “full” that
are numerically less than the physical capacity of the tanks, and in this case you may also
see no apparent change in fuel level readings when the sensor is maxed out on the full
side. Similarly, on the empty side, you may see a zero quantity indication before the tank is
truly empty if the sensor has reached the bottom of its travel or measuring capability when
the tank still in fact has fuel in it. Most fuel tank sensors are mounted in the root of the
wing. If your wing has dihedral it is common for the fuel tank sensor to stop
reading the fuel level at around 2/3 of a tank.

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Steps To Calibrate a Tank:
1. Place the EFIS screen with the Engine Board into Instrument Calibration mode.
Use the joystick knob to scroll to Tank 1 (Left Main), Tank 2 (Right Main), Tank 3
Left Aux, or Tank 4 Right Aux.

2. Verify the Tank is Empty.

3. Enter the max size of the Tank in the Tank Size field.

4. Set the Audio On/Off Setting. If this is set to ON, an Audio warning will sound if the
fuel level is below the Red Low At setting.

5. Set the Instrument On/Off Setting. If this set this to ON the tank will be displayed.

6. Enter the number of calibration points; it must have at least two points. Four points
could be used (zero, ¼, ½, ¾, Full) or one point for every 2 gallons. Every
calibration point must be different from the previous value until the tank
sensor cannot detect a change in the fuel level. Tank sensor values must
never reverse direction.

7. Use the joystick knob to Scroll down to the tank calibration data. The calibration
data is displayed in columns, one for ground and one for flight. Use the knob
joystick to switch between ground and flight data columns. The current AD_VALUE
reading for the tank is displayed at the top of the table.

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 8. Starting at 0 Gallons press the [COPY] button or use the knob to record the
current AD_Value to the correct fuel amount and attitude (ground or flight).

9. Add fuel (at increments decided on) and then record the new AD_Value by pressing
[COPY]

10. Fill and record a reading for each attitude (ground and flight). If it is a tail wheel
aircraft, the best way to do this is to record the ground data then lift the tail and
record the flight data after the fuel reading has settled. Repeat this for each
increment until the tank is full.

11. Press the [SAVE] button to save the data to permanent memory and [BACK] to exit
Tank Calibration.

12. After completing Tank 1, move on to Tank 2 and follow the same procedure. If Aux
Tanks are present, follow this procedure for Tank 3 & 4.

13. IF THE AIRCRAFT DOES NOT HAVE AUX TANKS, TURN TANKS 3 & 4 OFF!

CAUTION: Do not turn off power before pressing the save button and exiting the
calibration menu.

Calibration Tips:
When lifting the tail you should set it on something, so the level you lift it to will be
consistent. You should also wait until the reading stops changing before setting it.
Fuel tank sensors are not accurate when the tank is near full. Once you notice the reading
not changing much or not corresponding with the rest of the readings during calibration the
last few entries in the fuel calibration data should be set to the same value.
If the tanks do not consistently show full, lower the digital value for the tank full data.
The fuel gauge will only show the digital fuel amount for the highest reading that the float
changed with a plus sign indicating that the correct fuel amount is not known but is over
the last reading. The analog gauge will show full for the last changing reading. It is normal
for an 18-gallon tank to show 16+ when it is full. This indicates that the float stopped
changing at 16 gallons and this is the highest fuel reading that can be detected by the float
in the tank.

Valid Tank calibration values.

Values do not reverse direction and
the sensor stopped detecting fuel
changes at 25 gallons.

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 Common Mistakes

BAD Tank calibration values.

5.0 and 10.0 have the same
AD_Value. The gauge will stop
showing fuel at 5+ Gallons.

BAD Tank calibration values.

Values change direction at 5.0
gallons with a larger value.

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Trim/Flap Calibration
Item 28-30 in Instrument Calibration
From the Calibration menu select:
Item 26 Elevator
Item 27 Aileron
Item 28 Flap Position
The calibration menu lets the user set the up, down, and center position. If these sensors are no connected,
they can be turned off.
To calibrate Elevator Trim (for example):
1. Run the trim servo all the way up. With UP highlighted, press [COPY].
2. Move the trim servo to the center streamline position. With CENTER highlighted, press [COPY].
3. Move the trim servo all the way down. With DOWN highlighted, press [COPY].
4. Press [SAVE].

Repeat this procedure for Aileron Trim and Flap Position

CAUTION: Do not turn off power before pressing the save button and exiting the calibration menu.

Test Audio
Item 33 in Instrument Calibration

The range is (0%-100%) and is adjusted using the knob followed by pressing the [SAVE] button. The Test
Audio menu will play all the sounds in the system.

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Switch Inputs
Item 34 in Instrument Calibration
The system has 3 hardware inputs that can be used to monitor an external switch. The inputs are labeled #1,
#2, #3
Input #3 is normally used for an AOA Flap Switch.
For wiring information see APPENDIX M:
The Inputs will display the text on the Screen from the SYSTEM.AFD file when an Input is either grounded or
open. A normally open or normally closed switch is selectable in the Inputs menu, see example below. There
is also a timer feature that will alarm after a set time is reached. If any input other than FUEL TANK XFR is
selected, the timer will zero after the input is disabled. In the case of a FUEL TANK XFR input, the timer will
only clear after a power cycle. This allows the pilot to have the total duration of the fuel tank transfer for the
entire flight (to allow for multiple tank transfers).
Note: FUEL TANK XFR can only be used on INPUT #1 or #2

EXAMPLE
Input #1 should Alarm with “Door”

From the EFIS Calibration menu select:

34. Inputs
1. Input 1 Label - Press the joystick in to activate the cursor.
Use the bottom row of buttons to enter a label
Press [ENTER] remaining characters
[SAVE]

EXAMPLE
Input #1 is a Normally Closed switch, meaning EFIS will alarm when switch is not grounded
34. Inputs
3. Input 1 Logic [Turn KNOB] to select between normally open and normally closed
EXAMPLE
Input #1 should alarm if tip tank transfer pump is left on for 25 minutes

34. Inputs
2. Input 1 Usage [Turn KNOB] until TANK TRANSFER appears press
4. Input 1 Timeout (mm:ss) [Turn KNOB] until 25:00 appears

CAUTION: Do not turn off power before pressing the save button and exiting the calibration menu.
NOTE: If no input label is desired on the screen, delete the label.
Reboot the system for the input settings to take effect.

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Administrative Settings

System Files
The system has the following files in flash memory.
Calibration data files for the sensors:
AIRDATA.AFC Airspeed, Altimeter, AOA, System Voltages
ENGINE.AFC Engine Sensors
EGTCHT.AFC EGT and CHT Sensors
HORSEPWER.AFC Engine Horse Power Parameters
TANKS.AFC Calibration data for all fuel tanks
AOA.AFC Calibration data for AOA

Instrument range settings data files:

(max, min, red, yellow, green arcs)
AIRDATA.AFD Airspeed, Altimeter, System Voltages
ENGINE.AFD Engine gauges

Checklists & Maintenance data files:

CHKLST.AFD Check Lists
MAINT.AFD Maintenance items

System settings data files:

NVRAM.AFD Backup of NV Ram
SYSTEM.AFD System Network, Hardware Installed
EFIS.AFD EFIS screen system settings

Data Logging files:

ymmddhhm.ALD Flight and Engine data logs
ymmddhhm.ALS System debug logs
ymmddhhm.ALR Ram memory logs

y year
mm month
dd date
hh hour
m minute

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Multiple Screen Setup
Multiple screens (EFIS and Engine Monitor) can be connected together to enable data sharing by using a
standard Ethernet cross over cable or Ethernet hub plugged into the back of the units. Once the screens are
connected with the cable, each screen needs to be configured properly.
Every screen on the Network must have a unique IP Number, the following format is used for multiple
screens:
EFIS Screen in front of Pilot
15. Network IP Number this screen 175
Screen on CoPilot side
15. Network IP Number this screen 176
Screen #3 - MFD
15. Network IP Number this screen 177

The 17. Network IP Number Other screen setting controls which other screen the EFIS data will be displayed from.
Any screen that does not have an AHRS should have this set to the address of the remote screen with the AHRS that it
will display EFIS data from or compare AHRS data with.

Dual AHRS Configuration

CAUTION
For Dual AHRS cross checking to work set the AHRS Module Config to TXD and the Network IP
Number Other screen to the address of the remote AHRS.

Multiple Screen Configuration Examples

The following examples should help when configuring the system:

<Example #1> AF-5000EF EFIS and AF-5000EM Engine Monitor

EFIS Screen #1
1. Admin Settings
12. Engine Module Config HW:OFF, NET:RXD
13. Air Module Config HW:INT, NET:TXD
14. AHRS Module Config HW:INT, NET:TXD
15. Network IP Number this screen 175
16. Network IP Number Other screen 176
Engine Monitor Screen #2
1. Admin Settings
12. Engine Module Config HW:INT, NET:TXD
13. Air Module Config HW:OFF, NET:RXD
14. AHRS Module Config HW:OFF, NET:RXD
15. Network IP Number this screen 176
16. Network IP Number Other screen 175

<Example #2> AF-5500EF EFIS and AF-5600EE EFIS-Engine Monitor (AHRS Cross Checking)
EFIS Screen #1
1. Admin Settings
12. Engine Module Config HW:OFF, NET:RXD
13. Air Module Config HW:INT, NET:TXD
14. AHRS Module Config HW:INT, NET:TXD
15. Network IP Number this screen 175
16. Network IP Number Other screen 176
EFIS-Engine Monitor Screen #2
1. Admin Settings
12. Engine Module Config HW:INT, NET:TXD
13. Air Module Config HW:INT, NET:OFF

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15. Network IP Number this screen 176
16. Network IP Number Other screen 175

<Example #3> AF-5500EF EFIS and AF-5600EE EFIS-Engine Monitor and AF-5500MFD
EFIS Screen #1
1. Admin Settings
12. Engine Module Config HW:OFF, NET:RXD
13. Air Module Config HW:INT, NET:TXD
14. AHRS Module Config HW:INT, NET:TXD
15. Network IP Number this screen 175
16. Network IP Number Other screen 176

EFIS-Engine Monitor Screen #2

1. Admin Settings
12. Engine Module Config HW:INT, NET:TXD
13. Air Module Config HW:INT, NET:OFF
14. AHRS Module Config HW:INT, NET:TXD
15. Network IP Number this screen 176
16. Network IP Number Other screen 175

MFD Screen #3
1. Admin Settings
12. Engine Module Config HW:OFF, NET:RXD
13. Air Module Config HW:OFF, NET:RXD
14. AHRS Module Config HW:OFF, NET:RXD
15. Network IP Number this screen 177
16. Network IP Number Other screen 176

Dual Screen Data Configuration

Any time engine or EFIS settings are changed, the configuration files should be transferred from one screen
to the other.
On the screen where a cal point was changed (Vfe speed, RPM color band ranges...etc) follow the steps
below with an SD card installed.
In Instrument Calibration -> Admin Settings, highlight 1. All User Level Files and press [SAVE]
On the screen to receive the files, insert the SD card and follow the same procedure but press [REST]
This will force the screen to get the configuration data files from the remote screen for those items that this
screen is setup. Reboot both screens.

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APPENDIX A: Specifications
Screen Part Numbers
AF-5600TPxx-yy
T Touch Screen Option
T Touch Screen
No Touch Screen

P Mounting Option
P Rear Panel Mount AF-5400 only (same as AF-3500)
Front Mounting

xx Model – Installed components

EF EFIS with Airdata /AHRS Interface installed
EM Engine Monitor board installed
EE Airdata/AHRS and Engine board installed
MFD MFD Screen

yy Sensor Settings
C Ca p a c ita nc e Fue l (Sta nd a rd Flo a t se nso rs w ill no t ha ve a C)
V Vo lta g e Se nso rs fo r Oil PSI & Fue l PSI (Sta nd a rd senso rs w ill no t ha ve a V)
R Rem o te AHRS Inte rna l Pito t/ Sta tic (Re q uire d fo r P/ N: 72010 AFS AHRS)
H Hig h Sp ee d Pito t Se nso rs
A AOA Pre ssure Senso r w ith no Pito t/ Sta tic

Physical
AF-5800
Weight: 5.0 Lbs
Panel Cutout: 11.240” x 8.740”
Mounting: (Qty 4) 6-32” Screws
AF-5600
Weight: 4.8 Lbs
Panel Cutout: 9.959” x 7.805”
Mounting: (Qty 4) 6-32” Screws

AF-5500
Weight: 4.6 Lbs
Panel Cutout: 8.775” x 6.775”
Mounting: (Qty 4) 6-32” Screws

Power Requirements
Voltage 8 to 28 VDC
Amperage 5 Amps @ 8V 2.8 Amps @12V 1.5 Amps @ 24V

EFIS Ma in Connector (DB- 25)

Pin 1, 15 Red Master Power
Pin 2, 3 Black Master Ground
The master power pins are internally connected

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EFIS Expa nsion Connector (DB-15)
Pin 6 Red Backup/KeepAlive Power Input
Pin 15 Black Backup Power Ground
SD Ca rd
The AF-5000 Series displays have a standard size Secure Digital (SD) memory card slot in the upper right
hand corner for : Software Loading, Data Transfer.

Ba ckup Ba ttery
There are two primary options for backup battery power input.

• TCW backup battery module

P/N: 71704 3 AMP hours for a single screen

P/N: 71714 6 AMP hours for two screens

• Direct Aircraft Battery connection

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ARINC Adapter

6-32 Mounting Screws

Both Sides

AF-ARINC Module

CATION d o not use m o unting sc rew s long er tha n 3/ 8”

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APPENDIX C: Electrical Connections

EFIS MAIN CONNECTOR

Pin Pin Name I/O

1 MASTER POWER IN
2 MASTER GROUND IN
3 MASTER GROUND IN
4 SERIAL #3 – TX OUT
5 SERIAL #3 – RX IN
6 OAT + *non ADAHRS sys. OUT
7 OAT SIGNAL IN
8 INPUT #3 IN
9 SERIAL #1 - GROUND IN
10 SERIAL #1 – TX OUT
11 Serial #0 TXD OUT
12 POWER to AHRS OUT
13 SERIAL #2 – TX OUT
14 WARNING LIGHT OUT
15 MASTER POWER IN
16 AUDIO GROUND OUT
17 INPUT #1 IN
18 EFIS AUDIO OUT
19 OAT GROUND OUT
20 INPUT #2 IN
21 SERIAL #2/#3 - GROUND OUT
22 SERIAL #1 - RX IN
23 Serial #0 – RXD IN
24 Serial #0 - GROUND OUT
25 SERIAL #2 - RX IN

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 EFIS EXPANSION CONNECTOR

Only for pre AF-5000 rev 7 hardware without the Advanced-SV network

Pin Pin Name I/O

1 +5V DC (350mA max) OUT
2 SERIAL #4 - TX OUT
3 RESERVED --
4 RESERVED --
5 RESERVED --
6 BACKUP/KEEPALIVE IN
7 RESERVED --
8 RESERVED --
9 GROUND IN
10 SERIAL #4 - RX IN
11 CAN BUSS LOW IN/OUT
12 CAN BUSS HIGH IN/OUT
13 VOLTS #2 MONITOR IN
14 RESERVED --
15 BACKUP GROUND IN

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 EFIS EXPANSION CONNECTOR
Advanced SV Network AF-5000 R7 and Later
Advanced Network
Pin Pin Name I/O Color DB-9 Male Pin
1 +8V DC (350mA max) OUT ORN
2 SERIAL #4 - TX OUT
3 Network Ground 1 OUT BLK 2
4 Network Data 2A IN/OUT GRN/WHT 8
5 Network Ground 2 OUT WHT/BLK 3
6 BACKUP/KEEPALIVE IN
7 Network Data 1A OUT GRN 1
8 Network Power #1 OUT RED 7
9 Ground OUT
10 SERIAL #4 - RX IN
11 Network Data 2B IN/OUT BLU/WHT 4
12 Network Power #2 OUT RED/WHT 9
13 VOLTS #2 MONITOR IN
14 Network Data 1B IN/OUT BLU 6
15 BACKUP GROUND IN

Advanced SV Network Wiring

Advanced-SV Network Advanced-SV Network Description
Female D9 Pin Cable Wire Color
1 Green Network Data 1 A
2 Black Network Ground 1
3 White with Black Stripe Network Ground 2
4 White with Blue Stripe Network Data 2 B
5 Orange EMS Auxiliary Voltage
6 Blue Network Data 1 B
7 Red Network Power 1
8 White with Green Network Data 2 A
stripe
9 White with Red stripe Network Power 2

Network Fema le D9 Pin Insertion View (Rea r)

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ENGINE SENSOR CONNECTOR EGT/CHT PROBE CONNECTOR

Pin Pin Name I/O

1 RESERVED -- Pin Pin Name I/O
2 TRIM POWER OUT 1 RESERVED --
3 TRIM GROUND OUT 2 CHT 6 - Red IN
4 CARB TEMP IN 3 EGT 6 - Red IN
5 CARB GROUND OUT 4 CHT 5 - Red IN
6 OIL PSI IN 5 EGT 5 - Red IN
7 OIL TEMP IN 6 CHT 4 - Red IN
8 FUEL PSI IN 7 EGT 4 - Red IN
9 TIT #2 - OUT 8 CHT 3 - Red IN
10 TIT #2 + IN 9 EGT 3 - Red IN
11 AMPS #2 - SENSOR IN 10 CHT 2 - Red IN
12 RESERVED -- 11 EGT 2 - Red IN
13 FUEL FLOW - GROUND OUT 12 CHT 1 - Red IN
14 FUEL FLOW - SENSOR IN 13 EGT 1 - Red IN
15 FUEL FLOW - POWER OUT 14 CHT 6 + WHT IN
16 RPM - GROUND OUT 15 EGT 6 + YEL IN
17 MANIFOLD - GROUND OUT 16 CHT 5 + WHT IN
18 MANIFOLD - VOLTAGE OUT 17 EGT 5 + YEL IN
19 SENSOR 5V OUT 18 CHT 4 + WHT IN
20 TANK #1 IN 19 EGT 4 + YEL IN
21 TANK #2 IN 20 CHT 3 + WHT IN
22 TANK #3 IN 21 EGT 3 + YEL IN
23 TANK #4 IN 22 CHT 2 + WHT IN
24 AMPS #1 - VOLTAGE OUT 23 EGT 2 + YEL IN
25 AMPS #1 - GROUND OUT 24 CHT 1 + WHT IN
26 MANIFOLD - SENSOR IN 25 EGT 1 + YEL IN
27 TIT #1 - OUT
28 TIT #1 + IN
29 AMPS #2 - POWER OUT
30 AMPS - GROUND OUT
31 RPM - VOLTAGE OUT
32 RPM - SENSOR IN
ELECTRONIC RPM -
33 SENSOR IN
34 FLAP POSITION IN
35 ELEVATOR TRIM IN
36 AILERON TRIM IN
37 RESERVED --
P/N: 53625 EFIS Expansion Network Harness
APPENDIX D: Metric Units

Each gauge has Display Units or Units in Calibration that can be changed to display alternate units.

EXAMPLE
Oil Temperature

Boot the EFIS in Calibration mode and select:

18. Oil Temperature
9. Display Units [TURN JOYSTICK] [SAVE]
CAUTION: Do not turn off power before pressing the save button and exiting the calibration menu.

OAT units can be changed on the main screen by pressing [EFIS] -> [OAT C/F] or [ENGINE] -> [OAT C/F]
button.

Available Units
Altitude
FEET/INHG
METER/INHG
FEET/MBAR
METER/MBAR

Airspeed
KTS
MPH

Temperatures ( EGT, CHT, TIT, Carb, Coolant, Oil, OAT)

Fahrenheit
Celsius

Manifold
InHg
MBAR

Fuel Flow, Fuel Computer, Fuel Tanks

Liters
Gallons

Fuel Pressure, Oil Pressure

PSI
MBAR

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APPENDIX E: AF-5000 Software Updates
The AF-5000 series EFIS software can be updated from a SD card or from a USB memory stick plugged
into the back of the screen. The SD card or USB Memory stick must have a volume name or the
EFIS will not install the software.
PROCEDURE
1. Download the zip file with the latest version of software from:
http://www.advanced-flight-systems.com

2. Plug the SD card or USB memory stick into your Computer and verify that the SD card or USB
memory stick has a volume name. In this example the volume name is “SANDISK 2G”, the name
does not matter it just must have one.

3. Extract the zip file onto the SD card or USB memory stick and verify that it looks like the following
picture. The SD card or USB memory stick must have an “afs_installx86” directory on it.

4. Power the EFIS screen using Master Power.

5. Select Instrument Calibration mode by
pressing the SET button and then holding the
CAL button for 3 seconds.

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 6. SELect Admin Settings

7. Use the bottom Joystick knob to move the

cursor to Upgrade System and then press
SEL

NOTE: You can turn the knob to move

through the list or you can use the joystick to
quickly move the cursor.

8. After the SD card or USB memory stick is

displayed press SEL to install the software.

9. After the software installs you will get a message to press any key and you can then remove the
SD card.

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APPENDIX F: Database Updates
The AF-5000 series stores the Map data on the internal EFIS memory, the Approach Plates, VFR
Sectionals, IFR Low Maps and Airport diagrams are stored on a USB memory stick plugged into the back
of the EFIS.

Seattle Avionics Dynon Skyview Data

Starting with AF-5000 EFIS version 12.0 software you must be using Chart data provided by Seattle
Avionics. The new Chart data is updated on the EFIS 16 GB USB memory stick using Seattle Avionics Chart
Data Manager PC software. Each EFIS display in the aircraft must have a separate USB stick with the data plugged
into the rear USB connector.
Seattle Avionics Data (select Dynon Skyview Data) is available from the following link:
http://seattleavionics.com/ChartData/default.aspx?TargetDevice=Dynon

The High Resolution Synthetic Vision data is also stored on the USB memory stick in a directory names
HRTERRAIN. You can download the terrain data for your region from the following directory:
http://www.advanced-flight-systems.com/MapData/terraindata.html

Sea ttle Avionic s Cha rtDa ta Ma na g er Softw a re A Prop erly Config ure d USB Mem ory Stic k

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Map Nav Data
The AF-5000 series can use three different sources of Map NAV data:
1. AFS NAV data for USA Customers (Free from AFS web site)
2. Jeppesen NAV Data for different regions in the world (Purchased from Jeppesen web site)
3. Pocket FMS NAV Data for different regions in the world (Purchased from Pocket FMS web site)

Getting Upda ted NAV da ta to your SD Ca rd so the EFIS ca n loa d it.

AFS Nav Data

1. Download the zip file with the current map data from:
w w w .a d va nc ed -flig ht-syste m s.c om / Ma p Da ta / ma p d a ta .html

2. Plug the SD card or USB memory stick into your Computer and verify that the SD card or USB
memory stick has a volume name. In this example the volume name is “SANDISK 2G”, the name
does not matter it just must have one.

3. Extract the zip file onto the SD card or USB memory stick and verify that it looks like the following
picture. The SD card or USB memory stick must have the following three files on it.

4. See Loa ding Ma p Na v Da ta from the SD ca rd into the EFIS in the next few pages.

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Worldwide Jeppesen Data Files
The Terrain and Vector files are provided by Advanced Flight Systems and are rarely updated. The
MAP files are provided by Jeppesen and install on the SD card using their JSUM program.
NOTE: If your EFIS is currently working with Jeppesen data in the region you are flying in you do not
need to update any files from the AFS web store. You only need to use the Jeppesen JSUM program
to update the NAV data.

File Name Description Source

Only updated when changing regions or switching to Jeppesen data
AF2TERxx.AFM Terrain height information for the US AFS Web Store
AF2VECxx.AFM Vector data for US roads/rivers/lakes/cities AFS Web Store

Updated every 28 days

AF2MAPxx.AFM Navigational data (airports, obstacles, navaids, …) Jeppesen JSUM

xx Region Code for your area.

AF Africa
AS Asia
EU Europe
ME Middle East
NA North America
SA South America
PA Pacific

Instructions:
If your EFIS is currently working with Jeppesen data in the region you are flying skip to step 2

1. Using the AFS WEB Site select and download the World Wide (Terrain and Vector) support
files onto your SD card.

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 2. Using the Jeppesen JSUM program on your PC get the current AFSMAPxx.AFM map data
from Jeppesen.

2a. Start the JSUM program on your PC and

login using YOUR Username and Password

2b. Select your data region and press Start. If you do not have any Services you will need to
contact Jeppesen to purchase the Map Data

2c. Select your Map SD card location

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 2d. Press Continue

2e. OK to Finish

3. See Loa ding Ma p Na v Da ta from the SD ca rd into the EFIS in the next few pages.

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Pocket FMS Map Data Files
The PocketFMS Foundation provides worldwide
aeronautical data and is professionally maintained and updated every 28 days. Pocket FMS
Coverage covers Europe, North America (including Canada), Australia, and New Zealand.
For more information on PocketFMS visit their website at www.pocketfms.com
The Terrain and Vector files are provided by Advanced Flight Systems and are rarely updated. The
MAP NAV data file is exported from the Pocket FMS program on your PC and moved to the SD card.
NOTE: If your EFIS is currently working with PocketFMS data in the region you are flying in you do
not need to update any files from the AFS web store. You only need to use the Pocket FMS program
to update the NAV data.
File Name Description Source
Only updated when changing regions or switching to PocketFMS data
AF2TERxx.AFM Terrain height information for the US AFS Web Store
AF2VECxx.AFM Vector data for US roads/rivers/lakes/cities AFS Web Store

Updated every 28 days

AF2MAPFM.AFM Navigational data (airports, obstacles, navaids, …) Pocket FMS program

xx Region Code for your area.

AF Africa
AS Asia
EU Europe
ME Middle East
NA North America
SA South America
PA Pacific

Instructions:
If your EFIS is currently working with data in the region you are flying skip to step 2

1. Using the AFS WEB site select and download the World Wide (Terrain and Vector) support
files onto your SD card.

2. Using the PocketFMS software select:

FILE > EFIS AeroData Export > Advanced Flight Systems

3. See Loa ding Ma p Na v Da ta from the SD ca rd into the EFIS in the next few pages.

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Loa ding Ma p Na v Da ta from the SD ca rd into the EFIS

1. Insert the SD card into the EFIS screen and Power the EFIS screen using Master Power.

2. Select Instrument Calibration mode by

pressing the SET button and then holding the
CAL button for 3 seconds.

3. SELect Admin Settings

4. Use the bottom Joystick knob to SELect

Transfer Files

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 5. After the SD card or USB memory stick is
displayed select Upgrade Maps with the
Joystick and then press STRT to install the
Map data.

6. After the Map data is installed you can then remove the SD card.

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Approach Plates, VFR Sectional, IFR Low Maps, Flight Guide Airport Diagrams
The Approach plates, VFR Sectionals, IFR Low altitude Charts and Flight Guide Airport diagrams are all
stored on a USB Memory stick plugged into the back of the EFIS screen.
1. Purchase and download the zip files with the current Approach Plates, VFR Sectional, IFR Map
data and Airport Diagrams for your desired region from: http:/ / www.advanced-flight-
systems.com/ webstore/

The VFR Sectional and IFR Low data is divided into 4 regions (NW, SW, NE, SE)

2. Plug an 8 Gig or larger USB memory stick into your Computer and verify that the USB memory
stick has the volume name AFS_DATA. We have been using a 8 Gig PNY USB Memory stick
that is only ½” long. The Memory stick should be formatted as FAT32.

3. Extract the zip files into the USB memory stick and verify that it looks like the following picture.

Approach Plates

Flight Guide Airport Diagrams

Diagrams
Database
IFR Low Data Files

VFR Sectional Data Files

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 Approach Plates Note:
Extract the zip file into a directory named CHARTS on the USB memory stick and verify that it
looks like the following picture.

The CHARTS directory should have a .ACH file for every airport.

4. Insert the USB Memory Stick into the back of the EFIS screen

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APPENDIX G: EFIS Activation Keys

The optional Mapping, AOA, and Synthetic Vision are all activated by entering a unique Key. The Valid
key should have been provided when you purchased the system.
PROCEDURE
The activation keys can be entered from the following Calibration Menu:

1. SELect Admin Settings

2. SELect System Maintenance

3. Then SELect Manage Keys

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 4. SELect the key to enter using the Joystick knob

5. Enter the provided key using the keypad and then

press ENTER.

The Key status should then change to VALID.

Each EFIS screen will have a unique activation key for each feature purchased. If you have
multiple screens verify that you are entering the correct key for the correct Serial Number EFIS
screen.

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APPENDIX H: Eagle EMS Interface

The eng ine m onitor c a n b e c onfig ured to d isp la y eng ine d a ta from a n
Ea g le EMS Elec tronic Ig nition. The Ea g le EMS a nd AFS Eng ine Monitor
sha re CHT, RPM, Fuel Flo w , Fuel Pressure, a nd Ma nifold Pressure.

Below is the m e thod of g etting the d a ta from the Ea g leEMS to your AFS Eng ine Monitor.
CHT - Ea g le EMS rec om m end s a sp litter m a d e b y JPI

RPM - Insta ll a 1K ohm resistor b e tw een the RPM outp ut of the Ea g leEMS (w ired to Pin 32 of the
AFS Eng ine Monitor) a nd Pin 31 of the AFS Eng ine Monitor

Fuel Flow - Insta ll a 1K ohm resistor b etw een the Fuel Flo w o utp ut of the Ea g leEMS (w ired to Pin 14
of the AFS Eng ine Monito r) a nd Pin 15 of the AFS Eng ine Monitor. Set K-Fa c tor to 330

Fuel Pressure - Insta ll the fuel tra nsd uc er for the AFS Eng ine Monito r in the sta nd a rd loc a tion (on
the 3-p ort m a nifold p rovid ed b y Va n's). Ea g leEMS g ets fuel p ressure from a d ifferent loc a tion on
the eng ine.

Ma nifold Pressure - 'T' into the m a nifold p re ssure hose c om ing o ut of the eng ine fitting g oing to
the Ea g le EMS.

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APPENDIX I: AOA Pressure Port Location

AIRCRAFT WING SPAN LOCATION WING CHORD LOCATION FLAP SWITCH

AirTractor 802A on Left wing bay just outboard of the 20" aft of the leading edge at 25% Contacts closed at all but flaps
Wipline 1000 floats tie down chord up
Upper port 25 1/4" and lower port
Just aft of the main spar 13 1/4" aft of During flap extension closed
Glasair II 27 1/4" inboard of the outboard
the leading edge prior to 1/3 flaps
wing rib
Just inboard of the most outboard Just aft of the main spar 11 inches aft During flap extension closed
Glastar
wing rib of the leading edge prior to 1/3 flaps

Upper port 7" and lower port 5" 8" aft of the leading edge. See drawing
Lake LA4-200 Closed when flaps down
inboard of the outboard wing skin S-LA4.

During flap extension closed

Lancair Legacy Ports are pre-installed ports are pre-installed
prior to 1/3 flaps

Upper port 2" inboard of the most "D" section just forward of the
During flap extension closed
Lancair 250/320/360 outboard wing rib. Lower port just electrical conduit. 3 1/4" aft of the
prior to 1/3 flaps
inboard of the most outboard rib. leading edge (12% chord)

Upper port 3" inboard of BL202.5

9" aft of the leading edge along the During flap extension closed
Lancair ES rib inboard face. Lower port 1.5"
cord line right wing prior to 1/3 flaps
inboard of BL202.5 inboard face
Lancair IV with During flap extension closed
Inboard winglet right wing 7.5" aft of the leading edge
winglets prior to 1/3 flaps
Lancair IV w/o During flap extension closed
Pitot tube dry bay opposite wing 15 to 40% chord
winglets prior to 1/3 flaps

Middle of the outboard wing bay.

2 1/2" forward of the wing skin break During flap extension closed
Murphy Moose Upper port 6" and lower port 4"
at the spar prior to 1/3 flaps
inboard of the wing skin outer end

Middle of the outboard wing bay.

6" forward of the wing skin break at
Upper port 4 3/4" and lower port 7 During flap extension closed
RV-4, 6, 7, 8 the spar about 12" aft of the leading
1/2" inboard of the wing skin outer prior to 1/3 flaps
edge
end
Middle of the outboard wing bay.
Upper port 4 3/4" and lower port 7 11" aft of the leading edge measured During flap extension closed
RV-9
1/2" inboard of the wing skin outer along the chord line prior to 1/3 flaps
end
Middle of the outboard wing bay.
Upper port 9 `/4" and lower port 7 9" forward of the wing skin break at During flap extension closed
RV-10
1/4" inboard of the wing skin outer the spar prior to 1/3 flaps
end

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APPENDIX J: Troubleshooting

Problem Cause Solution

The EFIS does not power on The EFIS is not getting power Check circuit breakers, wire connections, and
that the connector is seated properly.

The EFIS does not power off The EFIS remains on Verify engine RPM < 1500, verify main and
backup power has been removed. Press and
hold button 2 for
> 5 seconds
Fuel Tank/Trim Indications are Fuel/Trim sensors have not been Calibrate fuel tanks and trim per installation
wrong calibrated manual.
Engine/GPS information is not Ethernet cable not installed or Ensure Ethernet cable is connected to both
showing up on second unit incorrect settings screens and IP Addresses are set correctly.
Dashes shown in CRS or BRG No CRS/BRG source is selected Change NAV source settings
information on CDI EFIS -> NAVIGATION -> SRC
NO GPS shown on MAP Unit cannot detect a GPS Serial port function, of GPS/NAV Source not set
connected correctly or GPS powered off
GPS INT shown on MAP GPS has not acquired a position Ensure GPS antenna has an unobstructed view
lock of the sky
MAP FILE TO OLD shown on MAP SD Card contains older map file Download the newest map data files from the
AFS website
Charts are not displaying Charts haven't been downloaded Charts should all be located on the SD Card in a
or aren't located on the card folder named CHARTS.
correctly Airport selected is not in downloaded region

Garmin GNS-430W/530W not EFIS or GNS-430/530 not See 430W/530W - EFIS - Autopilot - ARINC
communicating with EFIS configured properly Interface Troubleshooting Document
AFS PILOT does not stay in EXT Autopilot is not receiving See 430W/530W - EFIS - Autopilot - ARINC
mode adequate ARINC data Interface Troubleshooting Document
AFS PILOT oscillates laterally EFIS or AP gains set incorrectly-Ensure current software installed
-Set the GPSS gain in the AP to 16
-Adjust the AP LAT Activity while the AP is flying
the aircraft (not in EFIS mode). The aircraft
should be responsive to changes in track using
the AP knob.
-Adjust the EFIS Roll gain so the aircraft will
make a 90+ degree turn and overshoot the final
heading by 1 degree or less
Software update doesn't work Improperly formatted SD card or Ensure a SanDisk brand SD Card is used and it is
wrong brand SD Card formatted with a FAT32 file system.
Fuel Computer Warning Improperly set fuel computer Due to wing dihedral, different aircraft require a
continues to flash yellow setting different Cross Check Error Limit for the fuel
computer to compare fuel qty and fuel flow.
Change the setting to approx 15.0 in the Fuel
Computer item in Instrument Calibration

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GTN650 to EFIS Interface Troubleshooting

These tests must be done on the screen that is directly wired to the AF-ARINC
module and GTN650 RS-232 Aviation format serial port.

The AF-5000 EFIS gets data from both the ARINC and RS-232 signals from the GTN650. The CDI,
VDI, and GPS LAT/LON data is received from the GTN650 ARINC signals. The Flight Plan and
Waypoint data is received from the GTN650 RS-232 Aviation Serial Data. The GTN650 outputs test
CDI and WP data on the Instrument Panel Self Test page every time on power up (second Continue
button press). On the GTN startup Self Test page you should get a Half left CDI and a WP ID of
GARMN

Test Procedure
1. Power up the GTN650 and press Continue to display the Panel Self Test Page.

2. Verify that the AF-5000 EFIS CRS is set to CDI:AUTO and GNAV1

If you don’t have a GNAV1 option you have the EFIS serial port or GPS/NAV settings
configured wrong.

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 3. Verify that you getting the Half Left LCDI, Half UP VCDI, and WPID GARMN

If you are not getting the CDI needles you have a problem with the ARINC data.
If you are not getting the WP ID: GARMN you have a problem with the RS-232
Aviation data.
4. EFIS Serial Port Settings.

Verify that you have the serial port

wired to the GTN configured as
AVTN/FADC1

Verify that you have the Serial port

wired to the AF-ARINC module
configured as ARINC.

Verify that you have GPS/NAV1

Data Source set to the ARINC serial
port.

Verify that you DO NOT HAVE a

GPS/NAV Data source set to the
AVTN/ARNAV serial port!!

5. GTN RS-232 Serial Port Settings

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Verify that you have the GTN Serial port
wired to the EFIS configured as Aviation
Output 1 and FADC Format 1

6. GTN ARINC Settings.

Verify that you have the GTN

ARINC port wired to the AF-
ARINC module configured as Low
and EFIS Format 3

Verify that you have the GTN

ARINC Out port wired to the AF-
ARINC module configured as Low
and GAMA Format 1

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 7. EFIS ARINC Test Page

Verify that the EFIS is getting

ARINC GPS data in the ARINC GPS
Test Page Menu.
1. ADMIN Settings
20. Diagnostics
1. ARINC GPS Test

If the EFIS is not getting ARINC

GPS data verify that the AF-
ARINC module has power and is
wired correctly.

8. EFIS RS-232 Test Page

Verify that the EFIS is getting RS-232 Aviation data in the Serial Port Loop Back Test
Page Menu. You should see data flashing by and the receive counter counting.

1. ADMIN Settings
20. Diagnostics
5. Serial Port Loop Back Test

(Select the serial port that is wired to the GTN)

If the EFIS is not getting RS-232 Aviation data verify that the Serial Port is
wired correctly and not shorted.

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 EFIS Main Cable GTN-650 Aviation Data
Pin 10 TXD ------------- P1001 - 27 RXD
Pin 22 RXD ----<---------- P1001 - 8 TXD
Pin 9 GND --------------- NC

AF-ARINC Cable GTN-650 ARINC Data

Pin 23 IN 1 B ILS ----------- P1004 - 23 ILS VOR OUT
Pin 11 IN 1A ILS ----------- P1004 - 24

Pin 24 IN 2B GPS ----------- P1001 - 29 GPS OUT

Pin 12 IN 2A GPS ----------- P1001 - 10

Pin 25 OUTB OBS ----------- P1001 - 67 OBS IN

Pin 13 OUTA OBS ----------- P1001 - 48

EFIS AUX DB-15 Cable AF-ARINC EFIS to AF-ARINC RS-232

Pin 10 RXD --------------- 10 TXD
Pin 2 TXD --------------- 22 RXD
Pin 9 GND --------------- 9 GND

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 9. AF-ARINC Power Test

Remove the top AF-ARINC cover by

removing the four top cover screws.
If the Green LED is lighted then the
module has power. If the LED is not
lighted use a volt meter to verify that
the AF-ARINC DB-25 connector has
power.
Pin 1 (12-28) Volts
Pin 3 Ground

Verify that the plug in Fuse is not

blown with an Ohm Meter.

If you use mounting screws longer than 3/8” it will blow the internal fuse

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These tests must be done on the screen that is directly wired to the AF-ARINC
module and 430W RS-232 Aviation format serial port.

1. Verify that the EFIS is communicating with the AF-ARINC module

a. Verify the ARINC software version from the following EFIS menu:
[CHECK] -> [MAINT.] -> (ABOUT)
If the EFIS is displaying an ARINC Version number, the EFIS is
communicating with the ARINC module and you can move to Step 2.

b. Verify the EFIS serial port settings from the calibration menu:
[CHECK] -> [MAINT.] -> [ADMIN] -> [CALIB.]

1. Admin Settings
Verify that you have the same serial port number configured to
ARINC that you physically wired the module to. This is normally
Serial Port #4, although it does not have to be.
c. Verify that the AF-ARINC module does not have old software.

From the Calibration menu select:

1. Admin Settings
21. System Maintenance
3. Upgrade ARINC Software
Cycle the power to the ARINC module (Turn OFF and ON Master Switch) to see if the EFIS
can detect the module at the slower speed. If the EFIS detects the AF-ARINC module you will
need to insert an SD card with the updated ARINC software
to program it.
d. Verify that you have power to the AF-ARINC module.
Remove the top AF-ARINC cover by removing the four top
cover screws. If the Green LED is lighted then the module has
power. If the LED is not lighted use a volt meter to verify that
the AF-ARINC DB-25 connector has power.
Pin 1 (12-28) Volts
Pin 3 Ground

If the connector has power and you have not wired the connector backwards! Call AFS for a
replacement AF-ARINC module.

e. Verify that you have wired the serial port TXD and RXD to the correct pins on both the EFIS
and ARINC connectors.
EFIS AUX DB-9 Color ARINC DB-25
1 WHT/ORN 22
6 WHT 10

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2. Verify that the 430W Configuration is correct
a. Main ARINC 429 CONFIG

Power up the 430W while holding the ENTER button and press
[ENT] -> [ENT] to get to the Main ARINC 429 Config page.
Verify that the screen looks correct.

b. Serial Ports

Turn the inside right knob to configure the MAIN RS232 CONFIG
to the following settings
Note: Serial port selections shown are specific to the AFS schematic
found in the rear of this manual.

c. VOR/LOC/GS ARINC 429 CONFIG

Turn the inside right knob around 14 clicks to configure the

VOR/LOC/GS ARINC 429 to the following settings.

3. Verify that the 430W GPS ARINC to EFIS interface is working

The 430W must be running software version 3.30 or later or you will not get a CDI needle
displayed!

a. Verify that the 430W is selected as the EFIS NAV source from the following menu:
EFIS -> NAVIGATION -> CRS/GNAV1
The course needle should be set to CRS/GNAV1

b. Turn on the 430W and select the Instrument Test Page, second
startup page (press ENTER once after power up).
Verify that the 430W is not in VLOC mode for this test. The 430W
will power up in the last mode selected.

Verify that the EFIS CDI, VDI, and WPID all look like
this screen:

WPID: GARMN
CDI Half Left
VDI Half Up

If the CDI, VDI, and WP ID are correct move to Step

4.

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 If the WP ID is missing check the following:
1. Verify that you have configured the Serial Ports and GPS/NAV data sources correctly.
You should not have a GPS/NAV data source connected to Serial Port #1, it should only
connect to the ARINC module!

If you have the following it will not work !!

12. GPS/NAV 3 Data Source Serial Port #1

2. Verify the EFIS Serial Port #1 connections, Check the following connections:

EFIS DB-25 Function Wire 430W

10 Serial #1 TXD WHT 4001-57
22 Serial #1 RXD WHT/ORN 4001-56

If the CDI and VDI are missing the AF-ARINC module is not receiving ARINC data from the
430W. Check the following connections:

ARINC DB-25 Function 430W

12 ARINC GPS In 2-A 4001-46
24 ARINC GPS In 2-B 4001-47

4. Verify that the EFIS can send CRS/OBS data to 430W CRS
a. Select <-CRS-> on the EFIS knob.
As you turn the EFIS knob the OBS number on the 430W Test
Page should change. Once you stop turning the knob the OBS
setting will return to 150.

If the OBS did not change on the 430W the 430W is not receiving ARINC data from the AF-
ARINC module. Check the following connections:

ARINC DB-25 Function 430W

25 ARINC Out B 4001-49
13 ARINC Out A 4001-48

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 5. Verify that the 430W NAV ARINC to EFIS interface is
working
a. Press the ENTER button on the 430W to bypass the
Instrument Panel Self Test.
b. Press the CDI button on the 430W to switch to NAV
mode.
c. Verify that the EFIS CRS needle turned green and is
displaying the nav frequency from the 430W.

If the CDI did not turn green the AF-ARINC module is not receiving ARINC NAV data from
the 430W. Check the following connections:

ARINC DB-25 Function 430W

23 ARINC ILS/VOR 1-B 4006-23
11 ARINC ILS/VOR 1-A 4006-24

The ILS/VOR ARINC signals are not on the same 430W connector as the GPS signals!
They are wired to the 430W 4006 connector.

6. Verify that the EFIS can send commands to the Autopilot

a. Select the following Menu on the EFIS screen:
EFIS -> AP/FD
b. Select the Heading Bug for the Lateral mode: LAT HDG
c. Select the Altitude Bug for the Vertical mode: VER ALT
d. If the Flight Director is turned on it should have yellow wings and tips.
e. Select <-HDG-> from the knob list, center the heading bug .
f. Press the EFIS button on the Autopilot and
verify that the AP display changes to "EFIS" or
"EXT.".

If the AP display did not change to EFIS it is not getting ARINC steering signals from the AF-
ARINC module. Check the following:

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 i. Verify that the AP/FD LAT and VER sources are set correct; LAT HDG VER ALT
ii. If you have installed an AUTOPILOT Source Select switch is it in EFIS mode?
iii. Check the following connections:

AF-ARINC DB-25 Function Autopilot DB-25

25 ARINC Out B 15
13 ARINC Out A 14

g. Verify that the AP will follow the heading Bug, as you turn the heading bug left and right on
the EFIS screen the control stick should follow it.
If the control stick did not follow the heading bug check steps i. and ii. from above.

7. EFIS and Autopilot Gain Settings

The following settings are what we use in our RV-10 & RV-4 and should be used as a good
starting point for your aircraft.
EFIS -> AP/FD -> SETTINGS

EFIS Settings
RV-10 RV-4 Sportsman
Roll Gain 0 .05 0.05 0.04
Loc Gain 0.50 0.50 0.50
Alt Gain 5.00 5.00 3.00
GS Gain 3.00 3.00 3.00
FD Gain 1.50 1.50 1.20

To change autopilot settings, press the following buttons.

LAT: Press AP button for a few seconds

VERT: Press EFIS button for a few seconds

AP Settings
RV-10 RV-4 Sportsman
LAT Activity 9 5 3
LAT Torque 12 12 12
Bank Angle High High Med
Micro Activity 0 0 0
GPSS Gain 16 16 16

VRT Activity 6 3 11
VRT Torque 12 12 12
MIN Speed 80 65 70
MAX Speed 170 170 145
Static Lag 2 2 1
Micro Activity 0 0 2
Half Step N N N

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APPENDIX K: Vertical Power VP-X Interface
The AF-5000 series systems are capable of interfacing to an electronic circuit breaker power system. When
enabled, the Electrical Status page can be accessed by pressing the CHECK -> ELECT Buttons.

Electrical System Status Page

The current VPX Status, System Current, Voltage, and Landing Light WigWag mode are displayed on the
top of the page.

Use the SELect knob to display more detailed information for each circuit. Once a circuit is highlighted it will
display the circuit NAME, Current draw, Breaker size, Operating Switch and Status.

Circuits are color coded based on their current status:

Green Circuit ON and OK
White Circuit OFF
Red Tripped

You can control each circuit using the lower screen buttons:
ON Turn Circuit ON
OFF Turn Circuit OFF
RESET Reset tripped Circuit Breaker
STEADY Stop WigWag flashing lights and make steady
VPX Interface Configuration

Serial Port Connection

The VPX System can be wired to any available EFIS RS-232 Serial Port. Once you have connected the
VPX serial port to an EFIS serial port you need to set the EFIS serial port function to VPX from the EFIS
Admin Settings Menu.

In this example we have configured serial port #1 for the VPX device.

VPX Configuration

Yo u then need to set the VPX type in the VP-X Configuration menu.

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Use the SELect knob to select the type of VP-X system you have. The following VP-X systems are
supported:
VP-X
VP-X Sport
VP-X Pro
After selecting the correct VP-X system be sure to press the SAVE button.

After completing the setup you should be able to access the Electrical Status page from the EFIS CHECK
menu by pressing the ELECT button.

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APPENDIX L: Flight Director/AF-Pilot Procedures flying an
Approach

Flying an LPV Approach

The following example shows how to use the EFIS, Garmin 430W and ADVANCED Pilot to fly the KUAO
GPS 35 approach.

In this picture we have selected the RNAV GPS 35 approach on the 430W, selected DUBMY as our Initial
Approach Fix, and activated the approach in the 430W. The AF/FD mode is NAV for Lateral and ARM for
Vertical. This means the AP/FD is following the 430W's lateral GPS course and is holding altitude at the
altitude bug until vertical guidance is provided from the 430W (usually just outside the FAF).

We are currently 2:01 Minutes and 4.6 miles from DUBMY (IAF). From the map screen we have selected
CHART, selected the RNAV 35 approach plate, and then used the knob to scroll the approach plate. The
map screen will remember the current plate and scroll position making it very easy to switch back and forth
from the map screen to the approach plate. From the approach plate we see that we need to be at 3600Ft at
DUBMY and we have set the altitude bug to 3600 ft. Again, the AP/FD mode is NAV for lateral and ARM for
vertical, the AP/FD is following the 430W flight plan for lateral and using the altitude bug for vertical.

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From the approach plate we see that we now need to be at 2500Ft at HITAK and we have set the altitude
bug to 2500 ft. The AP/FD vertical is still in ARM waiting for vertical guidance from the 430W.

After passing HITAK we start getting vertical guidance from the 430W and it switches from Vertical ARM to
Vertical NAV. At this point the AP/FD will hold altitude until the vertical deviation indicator is centered. Once
the VDI is centered, the AP/FD will capture the glide-slope and hold it centered while descending.

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At CIGRU (the FAF) the VDI changes from a pointer to a diamond indicating that we are getting the Glide
Path Indicator (GPI) and are on the “LPV Glide-slope”. I have also set the Minimums Bug to the 500Ft
Decision Height from the approach plate.

At 200ft above the decision height, the flight director tips will turn orange indicating the AP/FD is about to
level off and hold altitude at the Minimums Bug. Notice in this picture that the green flight path marker is on
the runway indicating the path of the aircraft.

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Before reaching the decision height I have set the Altitude bug to the 4000ft missed procedure altitude from
the approach plate. After pressing the SUSP button on the 430W the AP/FD will follow the 430W missed
procedure for lateral guidance and switch from following the Minimums bug to the Altitude bug.

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Flying an ILS Approach

For the AP to capture and follow the ILS, the following procedure should be used.

1. ILS frequency active and verified in your Nav radio (110.90 in this example)
2. ILS inbound Approach Course (OBS) set using the CRS knob selection (218 in this example).

If you are using a GPS Navigator (430W, 530W, GTN650, GTN 750) and have an approach loaded that
terminates with an ILS the EFIS will set the inbound CRS to the GPS course when the Navigator
switches from GPS to NAV ILS. This will only be the correct CRS when the GPS approach has
waypoints in line with the final ILS inbound CRS.

3. AP LAT mode in ARM

4. AP VER mode in ARM
5. Heading bug must be within +/- 40 deg of the Inbound Approach Course
6. Altitude bug must be below the glide-slope intercept altitude.
7. LOC CDI must be within 80% and you must be below the GS for the VER mode to change to NAV.

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APPENDIX M: Schematics
P/N: 73102 AF-GPS Antenna Module

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P/N: 73101 AF-GPS Garmin 18 (**old unit, replaced with 73102)
Will not work with R7 ha rdwa re

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P/N: 53600 EFIS Main Harness

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P/N:538XX CHT/EGT Harnesss

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P/N:53900 Engine Sensor Harness

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AF-5000, GTN-650, 74109 Trans, AF-Pilot

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AF-5000v7, 74112 ADSB, 74109 Trans, AF-Pilot, AF-GPS

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AF-5000, Navworx ADSB, GTX-330, 430W, AF-Pilot

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 AF-5000, VPX
Pro, GTX-430W,
AF-Pilot

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AF-Pilot Mechanical

Fla t Pa c k m o unting

Connector Filters
In som e insta lla tions w ill req uire op tiona l noise filte rs on the c onnec to r. If you a re exp erienc ing ra d io
sq uelc h p rob lem s ord er the follow ing filters from AFS:
EFIS Ma in Ha rness Filter P/ N: 57,025
Eng ine Sensor Ha rness Filter P/ N: 57,037

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Registration Information
To receive important notification of Service Bulletins, and service difficulty reports, please
EMAIL the following information to:
[email protected]
Or Mail to:
Advanced Flight Systems Inc.
320 S. Redwood St.
Canby OR 97013 USA

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