Advanced Flight Systems AF-5400 Manual

AF-5000 Pilot’s Guide

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

Version 15.0 AF-5000 Series Pilot Guide 2

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

✓ADAHRS mounted

✓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)

✓Pitot/Static and AOA plumbing is secured to the correct ADAHRS ports

✓Trim Servo indication wires are connected per the installation manual wiring diagram

✓Verify Aircraft battery + and –are correct

Applying Power for the First Time

✓Turn on aircraft Master Switch power and power on the screens

✓Verify the unit powers on

✓Configure Advanced SV-Network on PFD EFIS

o[SET] > [CAL] > 2. Advanced SV-Network

o[SCAN] Network

o[UPDT] device software

✓Configure your Serial Ports based on devices connected

✓Configure your GPS/NAV Settings based on Serial Port selection

✓Configure AirData, AHRS and EMS Type in CAL > ADMIN Settings

✓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

✓Verify all GPS and NAV sources are properly communicating with the EFIS.

✓Set the clock time-zone offset

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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) -

www.Advanced-Flight-Systems.com 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 ADAHRS installed

✓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.

Table of Contents

AF-5000 Series Post Installation Check_________________________________________________2

LIMITED WARRANTY / AGREEMENT __________________________________________________4

INTRODUCTION ___________________________________________________________________9

SYSTEM OPERATION ______________________________________________________________14

Screen Dimming .................................................................................................................................. 14

EFIS Screen Menus .............................................................................................................................. 15

SET Menu..................................................................................................................................................................... 15

CHECK Menu................................................................................................................................................................ 17

Screen Hardware Reboot..................................................................................................................... 18

EFIS Display Layout............................................................................................................................. 19

Screen Selection .......................................................................................................................................................... 19

EFIS Button Options..................................................................................................................................................... 21

ENGINE Button Options............................................................................................................................................... 21

MAP Button Options ................................................................................................................................................... 22

AF-5400 Interface........................................................................................................................................................ 23

Touch Screen ............................................................................................................................................................... 25

Altitude........................................................................................................................................................................ 26

Barometric Pressure/Altitude ..................................................................................................................................... 26

Airspeed ...................................................................................................................................................................... 26

Horizon Roll and Pitch ................................................................................................................................................. 26

Heading –EFIS DG ....................................................................................................................................................... 27

Wind Display................................................................................................................................................................ 27

Skid/Slip Ball (Inclinometer) ........................................................................................................................................ 28

Standard Rate Turn Indicator ...................................................................................................................................... 28

Vertical Speed.............................................................................................................................................................. 28

Autopilot/FD Vertical Speed Bugs ............................................................................................................................... 28

G-Meter....................................................................................................................................................................... 29

Flight Path Marker....................................................................................................................................................... 30

EFIS Bugs (Airspeed, Altitude, Minimum Alt, Heading) ............................................................................................... 30

Clock/Timer Operation ................................................................................................................................................ 32

Angle of Attack (AOA).................................................................................................................................................. 34

EFIS AOA CALIBRATION CHECK LIST ............................................................................................................................ 34

Analog Instrument Page .............................................................................................................................................. 36

TCW Backup Battery............................................................................................................................ 37

TCW Backup Battery Fuse ........................................................................................................................................... 37

Synthetic Vision................................................................................................................................... 38

Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS)........................................................................................................ 39

SVN TAWS Settings...................................................................................................................................................... 40

Obstacle Display .......................................................................................................................................................... 41

Traffic Display .............................................................................................................................................................. 42

Highway in the Sky (HITS)............................................................................................................................................ 43

Options Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 44

TIMER .......................................................................................................................................................................... 44

MIN ALT....................................................................................................................................................................... 44

GMETER RESET ............................................................................................................................................................ 44

CRS SELECT .................................................................................................................................................................. 44

BRG SELECT.................................................................................................................................................................. 44

Inset Windows............................................................................................................................................................. 44

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Display Configuration Menu ................................................................................................................ 45

EFIS Navigation (HSI) ........................................................................................................................... 46

CDI/BRG Source Selection ........................................................................................................................................... 47

GPS Navigation Display................................................................................................................................................ 48

VOR Navigation Display ............................................................................................................................................... 49

ILS Navigation Display ................................................................................................................................................. 50

Autopilot Control / Flight Director ....................................................................................................... 51

Autopilot Operation .................................................................................................................................................... 51

Dynon SV-Autopilot Gain Settings............................................................................................................................... 55

EFIS Flight Director ...................................................................................................................................................... 63

Trutrak Autopilots ....................................................................................................................................................... 64

ABOUT Page........................................................................................................................................ 66

SYS Information ........................................................................................................................................................... 66

MAP Information......................................................................................................................................................... 66

WX Information ........................................................................................................................................................... 67

Transponder Information ............................................................................................................................................ 68

GPS Information .......................................................................................................................................................... 68

Electronic Circuit Breaker Page ............................................................................................................ 69

Maintenance Page............................................................................................................................... 70

Flight Times......................................................................................................................................... 70

Radio / Transponder / Audio Panel Controls ........................................................................................ 71

Com Radio Control ...................................................................................................................................................... 72

Transponder Control ................................................................................................................................................... 75

Remote Audio Panel Control ....................................................................................................................................... 76

Moving Map Display............................................................................................................................ 80

Map Features .............................................................................................................................................................. 80

Map Options................................................................................................................................................................ 81

Zoom Range................................................................................................................................................................. 82

Map Panning / Pointer ................................................................................................................................................ 82

Remote EFIS Joystick Control ...................................................................................................................................... 83

Nearest Airport............................................................................................................................................................ 84

Direct To Navigation.................................................................................................................................................... 84

EMERGENCY Airport Button........................................................................................................................................ 85

Airport Info.................................................................................................................................................................. 86

Airspace....................................................................................................................................................................... 86

North Up/Track Up Mode............................................................................................................................................ 86

Selecting Charts........................................................................................................................................................... 87

VFR Sectional............................................................................................................................................................... 88

IFR Low Altitude Chart................................................................................................................................................. 89

Airport Diagrams ......................................................................................................................................................... 89

IFR Approach Plates..................................................................................................................................................... 90

Map Weather Data Display ......................................................................................................................................... 91

Map Traffic Display...................................................................................................................................................... 97

EFIS Database Files ...................................................................................................................................................... 98

Internal Flight Planning........................................................................................................................ 99

Creating a Flight Plan................................................................................................................................................... 99

Activating the Flight Plan............................................................................................................................................. 99

Direct-To.................................................................................................................................................................... 100

Fly-Leg ....................................................................................................................................................................... 100

Suspending a Flight Plan............................................................................................................................................ 100

Vertical Navigation using the internal Flight Plan ..................................................................................................... 100

Rubber Band Edit of Internal Flight Plan ................................................................................................................... 100

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Wi-Fi Adaptor.................................................................................................................................... 101

Configuring the Wi-Fi Adapter................................................................................................................................... 101

Connecting AF-5000 to ForeFlight............................................................................................................................. 103

Send and Receive Flight Plans with ForeFlight .......................................................................................................... 104

Logbook Interface.............................................................................................................................. 106

Synthetic Appraoch ........................................................................................................................... 107

Engine Monitor Display ..................................................................................................................... 108

Fuel Computer........................................................................................................................................................... 108

Fuel Computer Modes............................................................................................................................................... 109

% Power Display ........................................................................................................................................................ 110

EGT/CHT Display Modes............................................................................................................................................ 111

EFIS Checklists................................................................................................................................... 112

Maintenance Log............................................................................................................................... 114

Weight & Balance Screen................................................................................................................... 115

EFIS Data Logs ................................................................................................................................... 116

APPENDIX A: AF-5000 IFR Procedures _______________________________________________118

Flying an LPV Approach ............................................................................................................................................. 118

APPENDIX B: EFIS Map and Charts Database Updates _________________________________122

AF-5000 MAP DATA........................................................................................................................... 122

AF-5000 High Resolution Terrain DATA .............................................................................................. 123

AF-5000 CHART DATA........................................................................................................................ 124

AF-5000 High Resolution Terrain DATA .............................................................................................. 126

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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

2.6

8/7/2012

VFR Sectionals, IFR Low, Radio, Transponder, Airplane Icon

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

15.0

10/20/2017

Updates for V15 Software

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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 and AF-5700 use 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. Each

AF-5000 display can act as a Primary Flight Display

(PFD) with Synthetic Vision, an Engine Monitoring

System (EMS), and a Moving Map in a variety of

customizable screen layouts. Data is sourced from

various connected modules and devices. Subsequent

sections in this guide address PFD, Engine, and

Moving Map functions in more detail.

SV-Network

SkyView modules such as the SV-ADAHRS-20X (provides flight instrument data), SV-EMS-220/221 (provides

engine instrument data), SV-ARINC-429 (for communication with IFR GPS/NAV/COM devices), SV-COM-

C25/X83 (COM Radio), SV-KNOB-PANEL, SV-AP-PANEL and Autopilot servos use Dynon Avionics’

redundant SkyView Network to communicate with AF-5000 displays. The SV-Network is designed to continue

to work properly in the event of wiring or module faults by utilizing multiple power pathways and a redundant

data network. In fact, The AF-5000 can annunciate wiring issues as they are discovered, often while

preserving full system functionality until troubleshooting can be performed on the ground. These alerts are

presented in the AF-5000 alerting system, which is described in a later section of this guide.

RS-232 Serial

AF-5000 displays have five RS-232 serial ports for connection to compatible equipment. SkyView modules

which use RS-232 serial communications include the SV-GPS-250/2020 GPS receivers, SV-ADSB-472 ADS-

B receiver, and SV-XPNDR-261/262 transponders. All serial ports are wired into the AF-5000 Display

Harness. All serial ports have configurable baud rates and data formats for use as general purpose inputs and

outputs.

USB

AF-5000 displays have two USB ports built into the back of the display. USB ports are used for transferring

files (firmware updates and backups, database updates, configuration file uploads and downloads), the

optional AFS Wi-Fi Adapter, and optional AFS Video Adapter. These devices must be plugged into the display

before power on and remain plugged in for the full flight. Only one USB flash drive is recognized at one time by

the AF-5000 display.

SD Card

AF-5000 displays have a SD card slot on the front of the display. SD Cards can be used for transferring files

(Logbook Data, firmware updates and backups, map database updates, configuration file uploads and

downloads)

USB Flash Drive

Each AF-5000 display ships with a USB flash drive with the high resolution SVN database; however, there is

nothing unique about this USB flash drive. Any appropriate size USB flash drive may be used with an AF-

5000. A USB flash drive with the high resolution database file must reside in one of the display’s USB ports

while in operation (the files are not transferred to AF-5000 internal storage). If Procedure Charts, Airport

Diagrams and Enroute Charts are used they should also be located on the same USB flash drive.

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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.

Displays Are Synchronized

If you have multiple AF-5000 displays in your aircraft, actions such as setting BARO, BUGS, engaging the Autopilot, or

acknowledging warnings only need to be performed on one display (or control panel) and that action is synchronized

throughout the AF-5000 system. Some settings such as individual screen layout and map range level are deliberately not

synchronized between multiple AF-5000 displays.

Buttons, Knobs and Touch Interface

User interaction takes place via the two upper side knobs, buttons integrated into the knobs, bottom knob joystick and

18 buttons along the bottom and side of the AF-5000 display’s bezel and via touch gestures on the display screen itself.

Data Logging

AF-5000 displays record and store flight information in several datalogs which can be exported for analysis by the

owner, and a high-resolution datalog which can is used by Dynon Avionics for troubleshooting.

Synthetic Vision (SVN)

When valid GPS data is available, and a high-resolution terrain database for the appropriate region is loaded, the PFD

features integrated Synthetic Vision. Synthetic Vision displays the terrain directly ahead of the aircraft. Terrain is

graphically represented in sectional chart color variations which represent topographical elevations and water features.

Terrain is textured with a subtle pattern to aid in identifying aircraft movement.

GPS Moving Map and VFR GPS Navigator

AF-5000 features a robust GPS moving map and VFR GPS navigator. Aviation and Obstacle data can be displayed, as well

as VFR and IFR enroute charts, procedure charts (plates), and airport diagrams. Go to http://advanced-flight-

systems.com to find links to the various sources of aviation / obstacle data and chart data.

Flight Data Modules –SV-ADAHRS-200, SV-ADAHRS-201, and SV-MAG-236

This guide uses SV-ADAHRS-20X to refer to both the SV-ADAHRS-200 and the SV-ADAHRS-201. The SV-ADAHRS-200 and

SV-ADAHRS-201 are identical in performance and are designed to work together as a redundant ADAHRS solution.

The primary flight instruments on your AF-5000 PFD are generated using a group of calibrated sensors built into the SV-

ADAHRS-20X ADAHRS module. All sensors are solid state –that is, there are no moving parts. These sensors include

accelerometers, which measure forces in all three directions; rotational rate sensors, which sense rotation about all

three axes; pressure transducers for measuring air data; and magnetometers on all three axes for measuring magnetic

heading. Due to the sensitivity of the SV=ADAHRS to magnetic interference, some aircraft installations are better served

by mounting the SV-ADAHRS-20X within the specified center of gravity box and installing an SV-MAG-236 Remote

Magnetometer well away from any dynamic magnetic interference –and possibly outside the center of gravity box

specified for the ADAHRS. If an SV-MAG-236 is installed, its magnetometer provides magnetic heading data to the

system, and data from the integrated magnetometer(s) in the SV-ADAHRS-20X are disregarded.

Table 2 describes which inputs and sensors are used within the ADAHRS module to generate the different displayed

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