Dynon Avionics EFIS-D100 User manual

EFIS-D100
Installation Guide
This product is intended for the experimental aircraft category and is not approved for
installation in certified aircraft
Revision B
10/4/2006
Copyright © 2006 by Dynon Avionics

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Woodinville, WA 98072
[phone]
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Table of Contents
Contact Information......................................................................................................................................................iii
Copyright......................................................................................................................................................................iii
Limited Warranty .........................................................................................................................................................iii
1. Introduction 1-1
Description ................................................................................................................................................................ 1-1
2. Wiring 2-1
Recommended Wiring Practices................................................................................................................................ 2-1
Power Requirements.................................................................................................................................................. 2-1
25-Pin Female EFIS Harness..................................................................................................................................... 2-2
Wiring System Overview .................................................................................................................................. 2-4
3. Instrument Installation 3-1
Selecting a Remote Compass Module Location ........................................................................................................ 3-1
EDC-D10A Communication Cable ........................................................................................................................... 3-2
Power Inputs.............................................................................................................................................................. 3-3
Serial Communication Cable..................................................................................................................................... 3-4
EFIS Serial Harness........................................................................................................................................... 3-4
EFIS and EMS Intercommunication.................................................................................................................. 3-4
SL30 and/or GPS connection..................................................................................................................................... 3-5
If you own only an EFIS-D10A or EFIS-D100................................................................................................. 3-5
If you own only an EMS-D10 or EMS-D120.................................................................................................... 3-5
If you own an EMS and an EFIS (Not FlightDEK-D180)................................................................................. 3-5
If you own Only a FlightDEK-D180 ................................................................................................................. 3-6
If you own a FlightDEK-D180 and an EFIS ..................................................................................................... 3-6
Altitude Encoder Wiring ........................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Serial Altitude Formats...................................................................................................................................... 3-7
Audio Alert Output.................................................................................................................................................... 3-8
Dynon Smart Avionics Bus (DSAB) Wiring............................................................................................................. 3-9
Panel Location and Mounting...................................................................................................................................3-10
Connecting Static & Pitot Lines ...............................................................................................................................3-11
4. EFIS Calibration and Configuration 4-1
Ensuring Proper Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Setting Zero Pitch (In flight)...................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Compass Heading Calibration ................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Setting Magnetic Inclination Angle (Required)................................................................................................. 4-1
EDC-D10A Heading Calibration (on ground only)........................................................................................... 4-2
Configure Airspeed Color Thresholds....................................................................................................................... 4-4
5. Appendix 5-1
Appendix A: Instructions for Continued Airworthiness............................................................................................ 5-1
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Caution .............................................................................................................................................................. 5-1
Instructions for continued airworthiness............................................................................................................ 5-1
Altimeter Check................................................................................................................................................. 5-1
Internal Battery Check....................................................................................................................................... 5-1
Firmware Upgrade............................................................................................................................................. 5-2
Internal Error Messages..................................................................................................................................... 5-2
Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................................................................................................... 5-4
Instructions for Return....................................................................................................................................... 5-5
Appendix B: Dynon OAT Probe Installation and Usage........................................................................................... 5-6

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Tools and Materials Required............................................................................................................................ 5-6
Installation ......................................................................................................................................................... 5-6
OAT/TAS/DA Display...................................................................................................................................... 5-7
Calibration and Adjustment............................................................................................................................... 5-8
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................. 5-8
Appendix C: Dynon AOA/Pitot Installation and Calibration Guide ......................................................................... 5-9
Tools and Materials Required............................................................................................................................ 5-9
Dimensions.......................................................................................................................................................5-10
Installation ........................................................................................................................................................5-11
Pressure Check .................................................................................................................................................5-11
Calibration ........................................................................................................................................................5-11
Alarm Setup......................................................................................................................................................5-12
Appendix D: Encoder Serial-to-Gray Code Converter Installation ..........................................................................5-13
Introduction and Description ............................................................................................................................5-13
Tools And Equipment.......................................................................................................................................5-13
Electrical Installation........................................................................................................................................5-13
Recommended wiring practices........................................................................................................................5-13
Step 1: Transponder Wiring..............................................................................................................................5-13
Step 2: Connecting to the EFIS-D100 ..............................................................................................................5-14
Step 3: EFIS-D100 Encoder Format.................................................................................................................5-15
Appendix E: Replacing the EFIS-D100 battery pack ...............................................................................................5-16
Appendix F: Weights................................................................................................................................................5-16
Appendix G: EFIS-D100 Specifications...................................................................................................................5-17

EFIS-D100 Installation Guide 1-1
1. INTRODUCTION
This manual presents information about the physical, electrical, and plumbing installation of the
EFIS-D100, EDC-D10A and optional AOA pitot probe purchased from Dynon Avionics.
Additionally, this guide deals with setting up the installation-dependant firmware options.
Because you may not have purchased all the components, you need only read through the
relevant sections of this guide. Information about the operation of this instrument can be found
in the EFIS-D100 Pilot’s User Guide.
Description
The EFIS-D100 uses solid-state sensor technology to give an accurate and easy-to-understand
display. To ensure accuracy in its readings, it is very important that you install the instrument
correctly and perform the specified calibration steps. This installation guide will help you
through that process.

EFIS-D100 Installation Guide 2-1
2. WIRING
Please follow these instructions explicitly as improper wiring can result in permanent damage to
your instrument and/or the accompanying sensors.
All electrical power and EFIS-specific lines interface with the EFIS-D100 via the female 25-pin
D-sub connector on the back of the instrument. Ensure that the unit powers on and that all
indicators display expected values before completing the final physical assembly.
Recommended Wiring Practices
NOTE: For all electrical connections, use correct wiring techniques, taking care to properly
insulate any exposed wire. A short circuit between any of the wires may cause damage to the
EFIS-D100 and/or your airplane. Make all connections to your harness before plugging it into
any of the components of the system. Do not make connections while power is applied at any
point in the system.
Dynon Avionics supplies optional wiring harnesses for all connections of the EFIS-D100. The
harnesses are made up of 22 AWG wire and meet Mil Standard MIL-W-22759/16 (Tefzel
insulation). If you have opted not to purchase these harnesses, please refer to the provided wiring
diagrams for construction information.
Route all wiring such that there are no spots where it could chafe or break. Use appropriate strain
relief at all junctions between wires and connectors. We recommend that you secure all wires at
regular intervals along wiring runs to accommodate vibration effects.
All connections on the EFIS female 25-pin harness are described in the Instrument Installation
section on page 3-1.
Power Requirements
22 AWG wire is normally sufficient for the power supply and ground lines, but you should
consult a wire sizing chart and determine the size required for your routing length. Make sure
you protect the power lines with either a circuit breaker or an appropriately sized fuse for the
wire you select. Power is fed to the EFIS-D100 via pins in the female DB25 connector as shown
on the 25-Pin Female EFIS Harness diagram on page 2-2
The EFIS-D100 system-wide power requirement is 12 watts typical and 17 watts maximum. On
a 12-volt system, this translates to about 1.5 amps of maximum current draw. On a 24-volt
system, this translates to about 0.75 amps max current draw. Normally, a 3-amp circuit breaker
or fuse is sufficient.
We recommend that all wire you use meets Mil Standard MIL-W-22759/16 (Tefzel insulation);
all wire supplied by Dynon Avionics (with the exception of thermocouple wire, which uses FEP
insulation) meets this specification.

Wiring
2-2 EFIS-D100 Installation Guide
25-Pin Female EFIS Harness
Below is the wiring diagram of the EFIS 25-pin female harness. If you purchased your harness
from Dynon Avionics, it is color coded according to the chart on the following page.