AvMap Ultra EFIS Operating manual

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Ultra EFIS
User and Installation Manual
Product model number: UX0EFS3xAM / UX0EFS5xAM
Software: version 5.21.2R or more recent
Firmware: version 3.15 or more recent
IMPORTANT: Before using this manual check if your Ultra product model number corresponds to the above model number.

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DISCLAIMER & WARNINGS
The information displayed by the Ultra is not certied for use for VFR or IFR ights.
The Ultra is meant as an aid to VFR navigation and is not a substitute for certied EFIS.
All critical ight information is presented for reference only and must be veried by the use.
The Ultra is not a substitute for on-board instruments.
The pilot in command assumes total responsibility and risk associated with the use of this device and
remains solely responsible for ying in safe conditions.
AvMap disclaims any liability deriving from an improper use of the device, in a way that may violate the
ight and navigation rules, regulations and safety.
1. Overview 4
2. Installation 5
2.1 Location 5
2.2 Mechanical installation 5
2.3 Connections & wiring 8
3. System Calibration 10
3.1 Horizon alignment calibration (AHRS) 10
3.2 Compass calibration (magnetometer) 11
3.3 Altimeter calibration 13
3.3.1 Field calibration 14
3.3.2 Factory calibration 14
4. System Operation 14
4.1 How to operate the unit 14
4.2 PFD mode 15
4.3 HSI display mode 18
4.4 SETUP mode 20
4.5 NMEA-OUT 21
5. Software update 22
6. Alarms and Trouble shooting 22
7. Technical Specications 23
Appendix A - NMEA messages 24

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Rotation knob Figure 1
Note: For connection specications see Chapter 2.
ADAHRS
The core of the Ultra is the ADAHRS module. The ADAHRS module contains
solid-state gyros, accelerometers, magnetic eld sensors and air data
sensors, providing attitude, heading, altitude and airspeed data to the system.
In order to take full advantage of its functionality, the Pitot and Static ports should be
connected to the aircraft Pitot-static system.
GPS receiver
Connecting the external GPS receiver to the Ultra, the system provides the pilot with
navigation information on the HSI page , providing its position, direction and radials relative
to reference navigation points.
Preloaded navigation POI’s
Ultra is preloaded with Jeppesen navigation POI’s: Airports, NDB’s and VOR’s.
Coverage available: Europe-Africa, North America, South America, Asia-Australia.
For updates contact [email protected].
1. Overview
Ultra is a complete instrumentation system for primary ight display (PFD) and horizontal
situation indicator (HSI) functions. It is a rugged and reliable system designed for xed panel
installation.
Power
& I/O cable
GPS receiver
connector
Micro SD slot

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Micro SD card
A microSD card is included in the Ultra box. The microSD card is a blank card without data preloaded.
The microSD card should be used for updating the software and navigation POI’s.
Note: For more details see Chapter 4.
Rotation knob
The rotor plus centre click allow to switch from one mode to the other and to select di󰀨erent
menu option.
Note: For more details see Chapter 4 and 5.
2. Installation
The installation procedure is divided in the following steps:
• Location
• Mechanical installation
• Connections & wiring
2.1 Location
The Ultra is designed to be installed on the aircrafts instrument panel.
It is assumed that the instrument panel is completely perpendicular to the level and straight
ight attitude.
In case the instrument panel is rotated the simple horizon alignment calibration procedure
is required.
Note: For calibration see Chapter 3.
IMPORTANT: The Ultra contains a magnetometer and other precision electrical sensors.
The location selected for installation should be clear of strong magnetic or electromagnetic
disturbances as much as possible. Avoid installing the Ultra near electronic equipment (other
digital EFIS, radios, transponders, etc), AC or variable DC cables, alternators, electrical
motors, ferrous materials, etc. In such cases the proper behaviour of the compass is not
guaranteed (i.e. the compass may be crossed as “out of order” or may give erroneous
indications).
Hint: use a hand-held compass to verify the magnetic disturbance in the area selected for
installation. If the needle shows relevant changes or unstable indication, the location is not
suitable for installation. Make sure to perform this test with all on-board electronic devices
switched ON.
2.2 Mechanical installation
Make sure you have enough space on the front and behind the cockpit panel to install the
Ultra. Check the Ultra measurements on Figure 2.
Ultra is designed to be installed in a standard 3 1/8” (79,5 mm) diameter hole.

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The instrument has to be installed from the front of the panel and screwed from behind the
panel according to Figure 3.
Figure 2
77,5 mm (3.05”)
The screw length that need to be used for panel installation depend on the panel thickness
and is based on the following formula:
5mm ≤ l - t ≤ 8mm
l = length of the screw
t = thickness of the panel
Use the screws and metal washer included in the box for standard panel thickness of up to 3mm. For
thicker instrument panels, use longer screws and use the formula to choose the right screw length.

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Figure 4
Figure 3
Panel thickness
IMPORTANT: Make sure you respect the screw length formula to avoid damaging the
plastic of the Ultra. Use light thread locker to prevent screw loosening with vibration.
Use the Cutting template, included in the box, to cut out the panel. (see Figure 4)
Aircraft instrument panel

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Figure 6
Connection to the Pitot-static system
In order to display accurate speed and altitude data the Ultra needs to be connected to the
aircraft Pitot-static system. The Pitot and static ports on the back of the Ultra are equipped with
1/8” NPT female ttings. To connect the aircraft Pitot and static lines to the Ultra, you must use
standard 1/8” NPT male ttings at the end of each of the lines. Installation along with other
mechanical or digital altimeters and airspeed indicators is supported by mean of a T coupler
(not included in the Ultra box).
Pitot Tube
Airspeed IndicatorAltimeter
Static Port
2.3 Connections & wiring
On the back of the unit there are 4 connectors: the Pitot port, the static port, the power supply
& serial connector, and the GPS receiver connector (see Figure 5).
External Positive Power +10 35Vdc
External Power GND
RS232 Serial Data TX
RS232 Serial Data RX
GND (signal ground)
RS232 Serial Data TX
RS232 Serial Data RX
GND (signal ground)
Not used
Not used
GPS
RECEIVER
Ultra EFIS (rear view)
10 wires cable
Figure 5
Red
Black
Grey
Brown
Blue
Yellow
White
Green
Pink
Orange
Wire color
GENERIC
RS232
EXTERNAL
DEVICE
Serial ASerial B
Function
1A Fuse
GENERIC
RS232
EXTERNAL
DEVICE
RX
TX
TX
RX
RX
TX
TX
RX
Power Supply

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Connect the Pitot line to the port labeled
PITOT and the static line to the port labeled
STATIC.
IMPORTANT: Use 2 wrenches to screw
the NPT male tting into the NPT female
tting. Use the rst wrench (14mm or 9/16
inch) to hold the female tting on its place,
and the second key to screw the male tting
into the female one. Screw carefully until
the ttings get tight but avoid overtightening
(see Figure 7).
IMPORTANT: Use exible plastic tubes and make sure the tubes t tight on the NPT Pitot
and static ports and can not get loose due to vibration.
IMPORTANT: We recommend to test the Pitot-static system for leakage after any alteration.
External GPS receiver connection
Connect the external GPS receiver, included in the box, on the back side of the Ultra to the
GPS port as shown on Figure 5.
The GPS receiver comes with a 1,5 meter cable and is designed for use inside the aircraft.
Note: an additional gps extension cable of 2 meter is available at the AvMap dealer and
AvMap webshop.
The GPS receiver can be mounted to any convenient surface that has a clear view of the
sky. It can be mounted on the aircraft’s dashboard using the included Velcro strip. The GPS
receiver must have a clear view of the sky in order to receive satellite signals. GPS uses “line
of sight” signals to locate and track satellites.
If the signals are obstructed by dense objects such as aluminum, steel or even heavy ice,
the Ultra will not operate properly. Signals may also be blocked by heated wind screens
(breglass, plexiglass and other plastics are normally transparent to GPS signals). If you
nd that the Ultra does not locate GPS FIX quickly or consistently, moving the location of the
GPS receiver a few inches often provides a better view of the sky.
Power supply
IMPORTANT: Power the Ultra from an 10 to 35 Vdc supply. Mount on the power wire
(RED) the 1A fuse holder, provided in the box, to protect against short circuits.
Serial Connection
Ultra EFIS comes with two RS232 serial connections, both can be enabled for sending out
NMEA messages to external devices (see Figure 5):
Connect the Ultra serial TX wire to serial RX wire of the external device.
Connect the Ultra ground (GND) wire to the ground (GND) wire of the external device.
Note: The Ultra is not enabled to receive data through serial, therefore the Ultra serial RX
Wrench 1 (14mm or 9/16 inch)
Wrench 2
Figure 7

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Lateral Axis
Normal or Vertical Axis
Longitude Axis
Figure 8
Level & Straight Flight Attitude
wire remains out of function and is to necessary to be connected to the external device.
Note: See paragraph 4.5 for NMEA-OUT settings.
3. System Calibration
There are three types of calibration procedures;
1. Horizon alignment calibration
2. Compass calibration
3. Altimeter calibration
3.1 Horizon alignment calibration (AHRS)
Scenario A – Horizon alignment calibration NOT required
It is assumed that the Ultra is installed in an instrument panel that is completely
perpendicular compared to the level & straight ight attitude and aligned with the lateral
axis of the airplane.
In this case no horizon alignment calibration is needed.
Scenario B - horizon alignment calibration required
In case the Ultra is installed in an instrument panel that is aligned with the aircraft lateral
axis, but not perpendicular to the straight & level ight attitude, the simple horizon alignment
calibration procedure must be executed.
Note: The horizon calibration corrects also a roll o󰀨set, if it is not perfectly alligned with the
aircraft laterall axis.
Horizon alignment calibration procedure
Execute this calibration procedure to align the horizon line of the Ultra with the aircrafts
straight & level ight attitude.
The procedure can be performed on the ground or in ight (with 2 people on board). The
Ultra must be powered since at least 2 minutes before processing the calibration. When
performing the calibration the ground, set the aircraft in level and straight ight attitude by
using jacks or blocks (or by asking a friend to push or lift the tail and hold). If its known that
the aircraft ies in “x” degrees ‘nose high’ straight and level ight, a digital level can be used
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the calibration in ight, but make sure you know the aircraft straight & level ight attitude.
AvMap recommends to perform the calibration on the ground.
Note: For a successfull calibration in ight, the process should be performed by a second
person (not by the pilot) and ight conditions must be safe and stable without wind inuence.
Enter the SETUP mode (see chapter 4 System operation) by keeping pressed the rotation
knob for 5 seconds and release it.
Push again the rotor knob, select “CALIBRATE” to enter the calibration menu and select
“HORIZON” to enter the horizon menu.
In the horizon menu select “ZERO” to calibrate the horizon. After about 2 minutes the horizon
line of the Ultra is aligned with the aircrafts straight & level ight attitude.
IMPORTANT: If after the rst attempt the horizon is not aligned with the aircrafts straight &
level ight attitude, execute the horizon calibration again but before executing the calibration
rst restore the horizon to “DEFAULT” in the horizon menu.
IMPORTANT: If you want to restore horizon calibration to the factory default (scenario A),
select “DEFAULT” in the horizon menu.
IMPORTANT: After a cold startup of the device it may happen that the horizon shows an
o󰀨set with respect to proper calibration. Wait 2 minutes to let the electronic sensors stabilize
before operating the system.
3.2 Compass calibration (magnetometer)
The purpose of this procedure is to compensate magnetic disturbances the Ultra is subject
to, due to aircraft metal structures and electromagnetic components. These disturbances, if
not compensated, could alter the heading value provided by the system.
For this reason the magnetometer is disabled before the magnetometer calibration procedure
is executed.
The procedure requires to point the aircraft nose in 4 directions (north, east, south and west
oriented to magnetic north). The total duration for this procedure is about 20 minutes.
IMPORTANT: When the magnetometer of the Ultra is not enabled the Ultra uses GPS
source to show COG (course over ground) on the compass. To enable compass heading it
is necessary to calibrate the magnetometer. In case both GPS and magnetometer sources
are lost the compass becomes RED and is out of order.
IMPORTANT: Before you proceed with the compass calibration, make sure that the horizon
line of the Ultra is aligned with the aircrafts straight & level ight attitude (see paragraph 3.1)
IMPORTANT: The compass calibration procedure must be executed in an open eld clean
of magnetic disturbances (we recommend at the compass rose of your airport).
Note: Most airports have a compass rose, which is a series of lines marked out on a ramp
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magnetic north, are painted every 30° which is used to perform a compass calibration.
Compass calibration procedure:
STEP 1: Prepare aircraft position and system
Taxi the aircraft to the airports compass rose or an open eld free from magnetic disturbances.
Have the aircraft nose pointed to the magnetic north (0°) radial on the airport compass rose.
Note: use a magnetic compass for your reference if you execute the procedure in an open
eld free from magnetic disturbances).
Set the aircraft in level and straight ight attitude by using jacks or blocks.
Note: Make sure that the horizon line of the Ultra is aligned with the aircrafts straight & level
ight attitude.
IMPORTANT: Perform this test with all on-board electronic devices switched ON.
IMPORTANT: Let the Ultra system warm up and stabilize for about 5 minutes before
starting the calibration.
IMPORTANT: Check on the HSI display if the Ultra receives a GPS x.
Note: in case of no GPS reception the Ultra reports on the PFD and HSI page in RED “NO GPS”.
STEP 2: Calibration calculation for north direction
Enter the SETUP mode by keeping the rotation knob pressed for 5 seconds and release
(see chapter 4 for further details). Push again the rotor knob, select “CALIBRATE” to enter
the calibration menu, then select “COMPASS” and select “CALIBRATE” (“Mag clear done”
message will pop up on the display).
The Ultra display shows: “Point to NORTH. Press NEXT when ready”.
Make sure that the aircraft nose is pointed to the magnetic north (0°) radial on the airport
compass rose and make sure that the aircraft is not moving. Then conrm by pressing “NEXT”.
Note: The calibration calculation for north direction will start and a counter will inform
of the progress.
STEP 3: Calibration calculation for east direction
The Ultra display shows: “Point to EAST. Press NEXT when ready”.
Have the aircraft nose pointed to the magnetic east (90°) radial on the airport compass rose.
Set the aircraft in level and straight ight attitude by using jacks or blocks.
Let the system stabilize for about 30 seconds and make sure that the aircraft is not moving.
Then conrm by pressing “NEXT”.
Note: The calibration calculation for east direction will start and a counter will inform
of the progress.
STEP 4: Calibration calculation for south direction
The Ultra display shows: “Point to SOUTH. Press NEXT when ready”.
Have the aircraft nose pointed to the magnetic south (180°) radial on the airport compass rose.

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Set the aircraft in level and straight ight attitude by using jacks or blocks.
Let the system stabilize for about 30 seconds and make sure that the aircraft is not moving.
Then conrm by pressing “NEXT”.
Note: The calibration calculation for south direction will start and a counter will inform
of the progress.
STEP 5: Calibration calculation for west direction
The Ultra display shows: “Point to WEST. Press NEXT when ready”.
Have the aircraft nose pointed to the magnetic west (270°) radial on the airport compass rose.
Set the aircraft in level and straight ight attitude by using jacks or blocks.
Let the system stabilize for about 30 seconds and make sure that the aircraft is not moving.
Then conrm by pressing “NEXT”.
Note: The calibration calculation for west direction will start and a counter will inform
of the progress.
STEP 6: Check compass calibration
At the end of the calibration process the Ultra will conrm if the magnetometer is
calibrated successfully.
The message “Calibration done” will pop up.
Note: In the SETUP page after COM 1 will be written “ENABLED MAG”.
IMPORTANT: Don’t power o󰀨 the system. Let the system stabilize for about 15 minutes
before moving the aircraft.
Note: In the “SETUP” menu you can choose to display compass heading in reference to
magnetic north or true north (see chapter 4).
Note: If the calibration fails or the compass indicator is not enabled, repeat the
calibration procedure. If several calibration attempts fails review the installation
location of the Ultra. Magnetic disturbance could be too high in the area selected. In
alternative, in some aircrafts is experienced that a more precise calibration can be
achieved by performing the compass calibration in flight. In flight the aircraft is in a
stable and normal flight condition, which is favourable for calibrating the magnetometer
and correct magnetic interference. For performing the compass calibration in flight,
follow the same calibration instructions and use another source (GPS or compass) to
fly into the requested direction. Calibration in flight should be performed by a second
person (not the pilot) in safe and stable flight conditions. AvMap disclaims any liability.
3.3 Altimeter calibration
Ultra EFIS contains a barometric altimeter. The included pressure sensor measures
atmospheric pressure in order to determine your altitude above mean sea level. The
pressure sensor is calibrated at the factory. Nevertheless, due to fluctuations in pressure
over time, it is important to periodically calibrate the altimeter to maintain accurate
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AvMap provides two possibilities to calibrate the Ultra EFIS altimeter:
• Field calibration
• Factory calibration
3.3.1 Field calibration
The altimeter field calibration adjust the accuracy of altitude readings via the measured
barometric pressure. A field calibration can be done manually on the Ultra EFIS (without
removing the device from the panel) by inserting the current elevation and current
barometric pressure (QNH).
Procedure:
Select “CALIBRATE ” in the “SETUP” menu and select “ALTIMETER” to enter the
altimeter calibration menu. To perform the altimeter calibration select “CALIBRATE”. To
reset to the original factory calibration select “DEFAULT”.
Insert the local barometric pressure (QNH) in inHG or hPa, the local elevation in feet or
meters and confirm to start the calibration. The device will communicate if the calibration
was done successfully or not.
Note: during the calibration process a GPS-fix is required, the device must be powered
since at least 5 min and the aircraft must not be in movement.
IMPORTANT: Check periodically the altimeter accuracy and recalibrate when you notice
an offset. By any doubt or continuous altimeter offset readings, AvMap recommends to
proceed with the altimeter factory calibration.
3.3.2 Factory calibration
The factory calibration is the calibration activity performed in AvMap Laboratory. AvMap
recommends to send the Ultra EFIS in factory every 2 years for complete device checkup,
including altimeter calibration. Contact [email protected] to receive information about
the complete checkup service costs.
4. System Operation
4.1 How to operate the unit
The Ultra contains three display modes:
1. PFD mode
2. HSI mode
3. SETUP mode
The rotor plus centre click allow to switch from one mode to the other and to select
different menu option.
At start up the disclaimer page is shown. In the disclaimer page rotate the knob (or push
once the rotation knob) to read the disclaimer and confirm by pushing once the rotation
knob to enter the PFD mode.

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Figure 9
CALIBRATE
HSI
QNH
Setup Menu PFD Menu
SETUP
DATABASE BRT
NMEA-OUT
While in PFD mode, pushing once the rotation knob an option menu window appears on
the display. Rotate the knob to select a menu and conrm by pushing the rotation knob.
The option menu window disappears if the rotation knob has not been operative for
more than 5 seconds.
While in PFD mode, you can enter the HSI mode by pushing the rotation knob, select
HSI rotating the knob and confirm by pushing again the rotation knob. To go back to the
PFD display mode push the rotation knob, select PFD and confirm by pushing again
the rotation knob.
To enter the SETUP mode from either the PFD or HSI mode keep the rotation knob
pressed for 5 seconds.
4.2 PFD mode
The PFD shows critical flight information like attitude, airspeed, altitude, as well as
other less critical flight variables like turn coordination, heading, load factor. A detailed
explanation of each instrument is given in Figure 10.
Figure 10
Air Speed
Indicator
Air Speed
Ranges
Trajectory
Vector
Altimeter
Vertical Speed
Kollsman
Window
(hPa or inHg)
Heading
Aircraft Compass
Vertical Speed bar
Heading Bug
Side Slip Indicator
HDG (Heading)
or COG (Course
over ground)
G-Meter

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Attitude is displayed with a standard coloured artificial horizon. An aircraft symbol is
used to indicate the aircraft’s nose orientation.
Atrajectory vector (also called “Flight Path Vector”) is displayed with a circle and three
lines; the trajectory vector indicates the aircrafts real path with respect to the horizon and the
aircraft’s nose.
Note: it is possible to enable/disable the trajectory vector symbol in the “PREFERENCE”
menu.
Pitch indicator is displayed by markers that are horizontal with the horizon and are
equally divided with 10 degrees pitch of separation between the lines.
Roll indicator is displayed by markers of 10, 20, 30, 45 and 60 degrees of roll.
Indicated Air Speed (IAS) is shown in number representation as well as on
a vertical tape. The tape also displays four coloured lines for operating arcs;
white from the stall speed in dirty configuration (Vs0) to the maximum flap
extension speed (Vfe), green from the stall speed in clean configuration (Vs1) to
the maximum cruise speed (Vno), yellow from the maximum cruise speed (Vno) to the
never to exceed speed (Vne), and red from the never to exceed speed (Vne) and higher.
Note: Aircraft specific V-Speed reference values can be entered in the “SETUP” menu
(see paragraph 4.4).
Note: In the “SETUP” menu select your preference unit for speeds: knots, kph, mph, m/s.
Altitude is shown in number representation as well as on a vertical tape. Underneath the
tape there is a Kollsmann window where the user can adjust the QNH setting.
Note: In the “SETUP” menu select your preference unit for altitude: feet (ft), meter (m).
Note: Due to uctuations in pressure over time, it is important to periodically calibrate
the altimeter to maintain accurate readings (see paragraph 3.3).
Side Slip Indicator is shown with a standard ball indicator. The ball centered on the
inner markers corresponds to the aircraft not side slipping.
Heading is shown in degrees with respect to magnetic north or true north. The Ultra
contains an internal world magnetic model that allows it to calculate the local magnetic
deviation and dip. A vertical card compass is also displayed for fast heading reference.
Note: in the “SETUP” menu you can choose reference with respect to magnetic north
or true north.
Course over Ground (COG) is shown on the compass instead of heading in case the
magnetometer is not calibrated or when the magnetometer has an failure. The COG
data is based on GPS source.
Note: If the compass source is GPS, the device shows “COG” aside the compass. If
the compass source is the magnetometer, the device shows “HDG” aside the compass.
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Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI) is shown in the upper right corner of the PFD page
in a numeric number (ft/min or m/s) and on the VSI scale bar aside the altimeter
bar (segmentation in 1000 ft/min or 5 m/s). The unit measurement set for altitude is
automatically used on the vertical speed indicator (when altitude is set to feet the VSI is
shown in ft/min, when altitude is set to meters the VSI is shown in m/s).
QNH setting
When the Ultra is in PFD mode the pressure reference for the altimeter can be selected
by pushing the rotation knob.
Select “QNH” to enter the QNH menu.
Select “BARO” to set the standard atmosphere: QNH value is equal to 1013,25 hPa or
29.92 inch of mercury.
Select “MAN” to set manually local air pressure at mean sea level (QNH value).
Display Brightness
When the Ultra is in PFD mode the display brightness can ne adjusted by pressing the
knob and select “BRT”. In the lower left corner on the display the brightness percentage
is shown, rotate the knob to change brightness and press to confirm.
Aircraft specific V-speed reference values
Set the aircraft specific V-speed values to get the right information on the air speed
ranges bar.
Refer to the aircraft operating manual to find the correct values of your aircraft.
To change V-speed reference values go to the SETUP mode by pressing the rotation
knob for 5 seconds.
Select “SETUP” to enter the setup menu and select “SPEEDS” to enter the V-speed
reference values shown on the bottom of the SETUP mode.
Rotate the rotation knob to change values and push the rotation knob to confirm.
Note: In the “SETUP” menu select your preference unit for speeds: knots, kph, mph, m/s.
V-speed values
Vne Never to exceed speed
Vn0 Maximum cruise speed
Vs0 Stall speed with aps & landing gear deployed
Vfe Maximum aps extended speed
Vs1 Stall speed with aps & landing gear retracted

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Figure 11
Current Position
VOR
indicator Heading ADF
Indicator
Wind
(Estimated)
IAS
Ground Speed
ADF Info boxVOR Info box Heading Bug
Heading Bug
Altimeter
Course over ground
4.3 HSI display mode
The HSI shows navigation data: position, distance, directions, and radials relative to
reference navigation points. Figure 11 shows the data layout on the screen:
Heading is shown in degrees with respect to magnetic north or true north. The Ultra
contains an internal world magnetic model that allows it to calculate the local magnetic
deviation and dip. A vertical card compass is also displayed for fast heading reference.
Note: in the “SETUP” menu you can choose reference with respect to magnetic north
or true north.
Course over Ground (COG) is shown on the compass instead of heading in case the
magnetometer is not calibrated or when the magnetometer has an failure. The COG
value is always shown in a numeric value on the right side of the HSI page. The COG
data is based on GPS source.
Note: The COG value is anyway always shown on the right side of the HSI page.
Note: If the compass source is GPS, the device shows “COG” above the compass. If
the compass source is the magnetometer, the device shows “HDG” above the compass.
Both can be shown in reference to magnetic north or true north (setup in “UNITS” menu).
Current Position is shown in latitude/longitude format. The Ultra can calculate position
even in the absence of GPS. In absence of GPS x the position indicator change in RED.
Wind data is approximated and displayed by the system when suitable GPS, compass
and IAS data are available. Wind direction is referred to the direction where the wind is
coming from.
Note: The speed units selected in the “SETUP” menu are also applied to wind speed.
Note: Without compass calibration (see chapter 3) wind data are not available.
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speed even in the absence of GPS, with degraded quality; this is indicated by a change
in colour (RED) in the ground speed indicator.
Note: In the “SETUP” menu select your preference unit for speeds: knots, kph, mph or m/s.
Automatic Direction Finder (ADF) is shown with a standard double line needle in
green color. The ADF info box of the navigation POI (Airport, VOR or NDB), used to
calculate distance and direction is shown in the bottom right corner. The ADF info box
includes the ADF bearing, POI ID, distance (in nm, km or miles), POI name, and two
frequencies. The ADF continuously displays the relative bearing from the aircraft to the
selected ADF point.
Note: The ADF function on the Ultra is a digital version of the traditional ADF instrument.
The Ultra calculates the ADF bearing from its GPS position and coordinates of the
selected ADF destination point (from the preloaded POI database).
VOR (VHF omnidirectional range) is shown with a standard single line needle in
yellow colour. The VOR indicator is complete, with course deviation indicator (CDI)
and to/from flag. The VOR info box of the navigation POI used to calculate distance
and direction is shown in the bottom left corner. The VOR info box displayed includes
the VOR radial, POI ID, distance (in nm, km or miles), POI name, and two frequencies.
Note: The VOR function on the Ultra is a digital version of the traditional VOR instrument.
The course deviation indicator and TO/FROM flag are based on the selected radial, its
GPS position, aircraft heading and the coordinates of the selected VOR destination
point (from the preloaded POI database).
VOR navigation settings
When the Ultra is in HSI mode press the rotation knob to enter the HSI menu.
Select “VOR” to enter the VOR menu:
In the “VOR” menu you can select OBS (Omni Bearing Selector), POI, OFF. In the POI
menu you can select an Airport (ARPT), VOR and NDB as your navigation point.
Select OBS to set the desired course. Select OFF to disable VOR Navigation and clean
the display information.
ADF navigation settings
In the “HSI” menu, select “ADF” to enter the “ADF” menu.
In the “ADF” menu you can select an Airport (ARPT), VOR and NDB as your navigation
point. Select OFF to disable ADF navigation and clean the display information.
Note: The destination POI selected in the ADF navigation box is communicated to
external devices (like autopilot or any other external device) when NMEA-OUT is
enabled. See paragraph 4.5 for more information.
Heading bug
In the “HSI” menu, select “BUG” to setup the heading bug on the HSI. Use the rotation
knob to select the bug direction and confirm by pressing the rotation knob. The bug is
shown on the compass in magenta colour, both on the HSI and PFD display.

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4.4 SETUP mode
To enter the SETUP mode from either the PFD or HSI mode keep the rotation knob
pressed for 5 seconds.
The SETUP mode provides you information regarding the software version, enabled
COM ports, V-speed values and display brightness.
In the SETUP mode push the rotation knob to enter the “SETUP” menu:
In the “SETUP” menu you can enter the following menu’s:
• CALIBRATE: To calibrate the compass, horizon and altimeter.
• DATABASE: To update the navigation POI’s and manage user data points.
• SETUP: To change preference settings like display brightness, configure the aircraft
specific V-speed values, change units measurements and reset all settings to
factory default.
Note: For compass and horizon calibration see Chapter 3. For NMEA-OUT settings see
paragraph 4.5.
Aircraft Specific V-speed reference values
Select “SPEEDS” in the “SETUP” menu to enter the V-speed reference values shown
on the bottom of the SETUP mode.
Rotate the rotation knob to change values and push the rotation knob to confirm.
Refer to the aircraft operating manual to find the correct values of your aircraft.
Note: In the “SETUP” menu select your preference unit for speeds: knots, kph, mph, m/s.
Navigation POI management
Ultra is preloaded with Jeppesen navigation POI’s: Airports, NDB’s and VOR’s.
In the “DATABASE” menu you can choose “IMPORT” to update navigation POI’s on the
Ultra through the microSD card. Make sure the microSD card is inserted in the Ultra.
Note: To update the navigation POI’s on your Ultra visit www.avmap.it or contact
[email protected]. Follow the update instructions that are provided together with the
POI purchase.
User Data
In the “DATABASE” menu select “USER DATA” to enter the user database menu.
In the “USER DATA” menu you can enter the following menu’s:
• IMPORT: Import a database file prepared by AvMap for specific coverages. Check
which additional database files are available at the Ultra product page at avionics.
avmap.it.
• EDIT: Edit existing user points information.
• NEW: Create a new user point. Insert ID, Name, LAT/LON, Altitude, and desired
information in info-field 1 and info-field 2.
• DELETE: Delete existing user points.
Display brightness
Select “BRIGHTNESS” in the “SETUP” menu to adjust the display brightness. Use the
rotation knob to change the display brightness and conrm by pushing the rotation knob.