TALOS AVIONICS AEOLUS-SENSE User manual
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AEOLUS-SENSE
INSTALLATION MANUAL
NOTE: Products AEOLUS-SENSE
are collectively referred in the current document as AEOLUS-
SENSE . If explicit reference to one of the products is needed, this is made by the actual
product name.
ATTENTION: Installation of the AEOLUS-SENSE is supplemental only. It is not intended as a
replacement for or modification to an existing, approved, or required system.
AEOLUS-SENSE is not a certified aviation instrument. Do not rely on AEOLUS-SENSE as your
only navigation aid. Failure to comply to this warning may result in property damage,
serious injury or death. You assume total responsibility and risk associated with using this
device and associated app.
Congratulations on purchasing an
AEOLUS-SENSE
This device provides rich flight information
as detailed below. Proper installation and maintenance of the device facilitates accurate
performance and uninterrupted operation.
Please read the current manual prior to using AEOLUS-SENSE and keep it for future reference.
Correct operation of the AEOLUS-SENSE requires that one or more mobile smart device(s) (iOS
or Android) are connected to the device.
ΑTTENTION
We update the application EFIS TA and the firmware of our units when necessary to ensure the
best performance of our devices. This procedure is automatic. When you connect your mobile
device to the internet, an update is automatically downloaded. If you are asked to give your
consent, do so. After downloading the update, the first time you connect the tablet to one of our
devices, you’ll be asked to confirm the firmware update. Press confirm.
ATTENTION, during this process, don’t power off the device for 3mins. Then reconnect it to the
tablet for normal operation. Please ensure that the power supply is enough for the time required
for the update operation.
If the device is turned off intentionally or because of poor power supply during this operation, the
device could stop working and the only way to recover it is by sending back to the factory for
complete reprogramming.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 AEOLUS-SENSE ....................................................................................................................................................3
1.1 Mounting the AEOLUS-SENSE .............................................................................................................. ........3
1.2 Power Connection ................................................................................................................................ ........4
1.3 Software – EFIS TA app ......................................................................................................................... ........4
1.4 Compass Calibration ......................................................................................................................................6
1.5 AHRS Leveling.................................................................................................................................................8
1.6 Other Considerations Regarding the AEOLUS-SENSE ......................................................................... ........9
2 AEOLUS-SENSE Maintenance...............................................................................................................................9
3 Use Limitations and Abnormal Operation ............................................................................................................9
Support ..................................................................................................................................................................10
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1 AEOLUS-SENSE
The AEOLUS-SENSE is a portable device that comes with a GPS antenna and with a USB
adaptor for cable connection to a smart mobile device (tablet or smartphone).
1.1 Mounting the AEOLUS-SENSE
The AEOLUS-SENSE should be mounted in a convenient dry place, as far away as possible
from
heat sources. A suitable mounting location is the top of the instrument panel. You can
mount the unit by means of double sided adhesive tape or Velcro. Please ensure that the unit
doesn’t move during flight.
Must be connected to the native pitot/static using two 1/8in. BSP to your hoses adaptors.
The AEOLUS-SENSE comes with a GPS antenna. This antenna should be connected at the back
panel of the device and mounted with double sided adhesive tape or Velcro, in a free-to-sky
location for optimal signal reception.
It is important for the AEOLUS-SENSE to be mounted parallel and as close as possible to the
symmetry axes of the airplane (see Fig. 2). The front side of the AEOLUS-SENSE is marked
by a small airplane on the cover of the unit. After mounting the AEOLUS-SENSE the
“AHRS leveling” procedure described in Section 1.5 of the current manual should be
performed, in order to adjust
for small inaccuracies during placement.
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(a)
(b)
Fig. 2. AEOLUS-SENSE should be mounted parallel to the main axes of the airplane.
1.2 Power Connection
AEOLUS-SENSE connects to a fused connection, which may be the cigarette lighter plug of the
aircraft. Always make sure to connect with the proper polarity:
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The connections to the external DSUB25 connector are as in the below table:
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PIN CONNECTION
1 Main Power plus(+) (factory connected)
2 Autopilot
4 External USB(factory connected)
5 External USB(factory connected)
7 Horn red(FlySense only)
8 External LED(PRO only)
9 temperature probe blue or yellow(factory connected)
10 GND
11 External Switch(PRO only)
12 External Switch(PRO only)
13 GND
21 temperature probe black (factory connected)
22 temperature probe red (factory connected)
24 Horn Black(FlySense only)
25 Main Power Minus(-) (factory connected)
1.3 Software – EFIS TA app
AEOLUS-SENSE operates with the free EFIS TA app offered by TalosAvionics. EFIS TA app
has been tested to comply with ASTM F3153 – 15 Standard Specification for Verification of
Avionics Systems. EFIS TA app runs on smart mobile devices (tablets or smartphones) with iOS
or Android operating systems.
EFIS TA app for Android can be downloaded from Google Play Market.
EFIS TA app for iOS can be downloaded from Apple’s App Store.
EFIS TA software instructions can be downloaded from
https://www.talosavionics.com/support/
PLEASE DO READ THE EFIS TA APP SOFTWARE INSTRUCTIONS!
EFIS TA app may operate in standalone mode, when the smart mobile device is not
connected to an AEOLUS-SENSE or --preferably-- in connected mode, when the smart mobile
device is connected to an AEOLUS-SENSE .
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When EFIS TA app runs on a smart mobile device in standalone mode, it displays a relevant
message informing the pilot about operation in standalone mode and runs by employing the
internal sensors of the smart mobile device (assuming that the latter is equipped with the
necessary sensors). When the smart mobile device is connected to an AEOLUS-SENSE via a
cable-adaptor or via wifi, the EFIS TA app automatically recognizes AEOLUS-SENSE and the
above message disappears. If, for any reason, connection to the AEOLUS-SENSE ) is lost (e.g.
power is unplugged), EFIS TA app switches automatically to standalone mode and the message
reappears. Accordingly, the pilot may continue using EFIS TA app with the internal sensors of
the smart mobile device as a backup, even in case of power failure!
From the main screen of the EFIS TA app interface, you can tap on “MENU” button and
navigate to “sensor status window” and check the status of the sensors, as depicted in Fig. 3
below.
(a) (b)
Figure 3: Sensor status window. (a) EFIS TA app working with internal sensors only, (b)
EFIS TA app connected to an AEOLUS-SENSE
To test the connection, start the EFIS TA app and t ap on “MENU” button and then
“Sensor Status”. A screen as in Fig. 3b verifies connection to AEOLUS-SENSE 4(T). If a screen
as in Fig. 3a comes us, no connection with an AEOLUS-SENSE is established. Connection of the
smart mobile device to an AEOLUS-SENSE is achieved by two means: (a) wired connection via a
USB cable-adaptor, (b) wireless connection via wifi.
USB Cable Connection
The Aeolus-Sense comes with a USB connector at the back panel of the device, which connects
it to the smart mobile device that is used as display. USB cable connection confirms secure
communication under any conditions and also facilitates charging of the smart mobile device.
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Please note that in USB Cable connection, the smart mobile device is charged by the
AEOLUS-SENSE.
After connection of AEOLUS-SENSE to the smart mobile device has been established, please
follow the same steps as when connecting the latter device to a computer. You must permit the
device to connect to unknown sources and press allow when asked, if you trust the connection to
the AEOLUS-SENSE .
IMPORTANT: before connecting the smart mobile device with the cable-adaptor, you
must turn off the WiFi connection to the AEOLUS-SENSE .
Wifi Connection
AEOLUS-SENSE creates a wifi
network that is used to connect a smart mobile device. The SSID of
AEOLUS-SENSE wifi
network is “AEOLUS XXXXXXXXX” where X is a unique alphanumeric
string. Up to ten (10) smart mobile devices can be simultaneously connected via wifi to an AEOLUS-
SENSE .
1.4 Compass Calibration
Before start using your AEOLUS-SENSE , the device’s compass should be calibrated.
This
only needs to be done once. For that, the AEOLUS-SENSE has to be powered
up and the EFIS
TA app must be running on a connected (see above) smart mobile device. Please note that
compass calibration must be performed with the aircraft in a parking position on the ground, and
never during a flight. Moreover, this calibration procedure must be performed with the
AEOLUS-SENSE as close as possible to the final installation position in order to compensate for
parasitic magnetic fields. The exact steps for compass calibration are outlined below:
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Power up your device
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Connect your smart mobile device (iOS or Android) to the AEOLUS-SENSE wifi
Network (no password needed).
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Start the EFIS TA app on the smart mobile device.
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Tap on “MENU” button and then “Compass Calib”.
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A notification window will pop up, informing you that the calibration procedure is about
to start. Press “Start” to continue.
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EFIS TA app will return back to the main screen and the calibration window,
indicating the
calibration progress will appear (Fig. 4). Start rotating your device
slowly, until the
indication on the screen becomes “Good” or “Strong”. To easily
achieve the desired
calibration result, start by rotating your device three times around
each axis and then
perform a sequence of “lazy eight” maneuvers (Fig. 5).
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Press “Close” or wait a few seconds until the calibration window closes automatically.
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(a)
(b) (c)
Figure 4: (a) Press “Start” to start compass calibration. (b) Calibration in progress. The
calibration results are indicated as “Weak”; you should continue rotating your device until you
have
a “Good” or “Strong” indication. (c) Indication as “Strong” calibration signifies that the
device’s compass has been properly calibrated.
Fig. 5: To easily calibrate the Compass start by slowly rotating AEOLUS-SENSE three times
around each axis and then perform a sequence of “lazy eight” maneuvers until you have a
“Good” or a “Strong” indication on the EFIS TA app.
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1.5 AHRS Leveling
As already stated above, the AEOLUS-SENSE should ideally be mounted parallel to the
symmetry axes of the airplane. Since this cannot always be accurately performed, AHRS leveling
is important in order to adjust for minor inaccuracies during placement.
The “AHRS leveling” procedure described below needs only to be done once, after you have
mounted and fully connected your AEOLUS-SENSE . Please note that AHRS leveling must be
performed with the aircraft in a parking position on the ground, and never during a flight.
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Power up your device.
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Connect your smart mobile device (iOS or Android) to the AEOLUS-SENSE wifi
Network.
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Start the EFIS TA app on your mobile device.
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Tap on “MENU” button and then “Level AHRS”.
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EFIS TA app will return back to the main screen and the “AHRS leveling” window (Fig. 6)
will
appear.
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Press the “Auto” button for automatic AHRS leveling, and/or use the arrows to manually
adjust the AHRS. Manual adjustment may be unavoidable if, for example, you are
installing
AEOLUS-SENSE in an aircraft with a tailwheel-type landing gear (a
taildragger).
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When you are done with leveling the AHRS, press “Close” to save the changes and
return to
the main screen.
Fig. 6 : AHRS leveling. Press “Auto” for automatic leveling, and/or use the arrows to
manually adjust the AHRS and the compass.
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1.6 Other Considerations Regarding the AEOLUS-SENSE
The
AEOLUS-SENSE complies fully with applicable Electronic Emissions and Flame Resistance
standards. More specifically:
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Electronic Emissions: The AEOLUS-SENSE deploys a WiFi network with
transmitter
power 9mW EIRP. Accordingly
, it complies fully with the 10mW limit imposed by PS-
ANM-25-13 and part 15 of FCC rules.
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Flame Resistance: Materials, design and construction of the AEOLUS-SENSE are flame
resistant and in compliance with CAR regulation 3.
2 AEOLUS-SENSE Maintenance
AEOLUS-SENSE has been designed and manufactured for long and maintenance-free
operation. Still, care must be applied for the following:
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AEOLUS-SENSE Compass: Any replacement and/or relocation of metallic items in the
cockpit may require re-calibration of the Compass. Please follow the steps outlined in
section 1.4 of the current document for Compass calibration.
3 Use Limitations and Abnormal Operation
The temperature and voltage operational ranges of AEOLUS-SENSE are as follows:
Temperature range: -20C to 65C or -4F to 149F
Operation Voltage: 10-32Vdc
Operation Current: 0.5A, and max 3A during tablet charging. Please use a fuse of 5A.
Inflight power reset: in case of inflight power reset or if you turn on the unit during the flight after
losing your main systems, please note that there is no limitation or constraint of attitude for correct
operation of the AEOLUS-SENSE . This means that the AEOLUS-SENSE will recover in any flight
attitude, such as sharp turns, strong turbulence, etc. No constraint is imposed of straight and leveled
flight for recovery, which sometimes, in IMC is impossible to know. In this case, if you don’t have a
visual reference, please wait for about 40 to 60 secs for full recovery of the Artificial Horizon.
Loss of GPS or Pitot/static: our system uses both GPS and pitot/static for correct attitude
indication. In case of loss of one of them, correct operation relays on the other one. If you lose both,
then operation is based on less attitude accurate information provided by other inertial sensors and,
depending on the kind of flight, there will be a slight drift after 15 to 30 mins.
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