TALOS AEOLUS-SENSE PRO User manual

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AEOLUS-SENSE PRO
INSTALLATION MANUAL
NOTE: Products AEOLUS-SENSE PRO are collectively referred in the current document as
AEOLUS-SENSE PRO. If explicit reference to one of the products is needed, this is made by the
actual product name.
ATTENTION: Installation of the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO is supplemental only. It is not intended
as a replacement for or modification to an existing, approved, or required system.
AEOLUS-SENSE PRO is not a certified aviation instrument. Do not rely on AEOLUS-SENSE
PRO 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 PRO . This device provides rich flight
information as detailed below. Proper installation and maintenance of the devise facilitates
accurate performance and uninterrupted operation.
Please read the current manual prior to using AEOLUS-SENSE PRO and keep it for future
reference.
Correct operation of the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO 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 PRO .............................................................................................................................................3
1.1 Mounting the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO....................................................................................................... ........3
1.2 Power Connection ................................................................................................................................ ........4
1.3 Software – EFIS TA app ......................................................................................................................... ........5
1.4 Compass Calibration ......................................................................................................................................7
1.5 AHRS Leveling.................................................................................................................................................8
1.6 Other Considerations Regarding the AEOLUS-SENSE 4(T) ADS-B........................................................ ........9
2 AEOLUS-SENSE PRO Maintenance......................................................................................................................10
3 Use Limitations and Abnormal Operation ..........................................................................................................10
Support ..................................................................................................................................................................10

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1 AEOLUS-SENSE PRO
The AEOLUS-SENSE PRO is shown in Fig. 1. It is a portable device that comes together with a
GPS antenna and an ADS-B antenna, and optionally with a USB adaptor for cable connection to
a smart mobile device (tablet or smartphone). AEOLUS-SENSE PRO includes a dual-band (978
MHz and 1090 MHz) ADS-B receiver for traffic and weather information.
1.1 Mounting the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO
The AEOLUS-SENSE PRO (Fig. 1) 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 PRO comes together with a GPS antenna and an ADS-B antenna. Both
antennas should be connected at the back of the unit and mounted with double sided adhesive
tape or Velcro, in a free-to-sky location for optimal signal reception.

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Fig. 1. AEOLUS-SENSE PRO image.
It is important for the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO 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 PRO
is marked by a small airplane on the cover of the unit. After mounting the AEOLUS-SENSE
PRO, 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.
(a)
(b)
Fig. 2. AEOLUS-SENSE PRO should be mounted parallel to the main axes of the airplane.
1.2 Power Connection
AEOLUS-SENSE PRO is powered by two means:
• Its internal battery, offering approximately one and half (1.5) hours of operation. Please
turn the battery-switch on for battery device operation.
• The connections to the external DSUB25 connector are as in the below table:
• PIN CONNECTION
1 Main Power plus(+) (factory connected)
2 Autopilot
4 External USB(factory connected)
5 External USB(factory connected)
7 Horn red
8 External LED
9 temperature probe blue or yellow(factory connected)
10 GND
11 External Switch
12 External Switch
13 GND
21 temperature probe black (factory connected)
22 temperature probe red (factory connected)
24 Horn Black

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25 Main Power Minus(-) (factory connected)
• The device also connects to a fused connection for continuous power supply and battery
charging; such connection may be the cigarette lighter plug of the aircraft. Please note that
battery charges in this case regardless of the battery-switch position (on or off). Always
make sure to connect with the proper polarity:
 The red cable connects to the positive pole (+)
 The black cable connects to the negative pole (-)
• The device also connects to a fused connection for continuous power supply and battery
charging; such connection may be the cigarette lighter plug of the aircraft. Please note that
battery charges in this case regardless of the battery-switch position (on or off). Always
make sure to connect with the proper polarity:
 The red cable connects to the positive pole (+)
 The black cable connects to the negative pole (-)
It is suggested that AEOLUS-SENSE PRO is always connected to a power source, and is
operated with the battery-switch on. In case of power-failure , AEOLUS-SENSE PRO
will continue its operation after a short reboot (please make sure you
reconnect to the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO WiFi network) . Please note that, in the latter case, i.e.
power failure and operation on the internal battery, tethered connection (see below section 1.3,
paragraph “USB Cable Connection”) to the smart mobile device (smartphone or tablet) will not
work, and you must enable the wifi connection.
Important Note: Always make sure to turn the battery-switch off when AEOLUS-SENSE PRO is
not in operation. In the opposite case, the device will remain turned on, powered by its internal
battery, until the battery is completely drained.
1.3 Software – EFIS TA app
AEOLUS-SENSE PRO 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!

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EFIS TA app may operate in standalone mode, when the smart mobile device is not
connected to an AEOLUS-SENSE PRO, or --preferably-- in connected mode, when the smart
mobile device is connected to an AEOLUS-SENSE PRO.
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 PRO
via a cable-adaptor or via wifi, the EFIS TA app automatically recognizes AEOLUS-SENSE
PRO, and the above message disappears. If, for any reason, connection to the AEOLUS-SENSE
PRO is lost (e.g. AEOLUS-SENSE PRO is turned off due to: power failure & battery-switch in
off position), 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 PRO.
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 PRO. If a screen
as in Fig. 3a comes us, no connection with an AEOLUS-SENSE PRO is established. Connection
of the smart mobile device to an AEOLUS-SENSE PRO is achieved by two means: (a) wired
connection via a USB cable-adaptor, (b) wireless connection via wifi.

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USB Cable Connection
The Aeolus-Sense PRO comes with a USB connector at the front 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.
Please note that in USB Cable connection, the smart mobile device is charged by the
AEOLUS-SENSE PRO; accordingly, battery-life of the latter will be reduced if not
connected to an external power source (e.g. cigarette lighter) .
After connection of AEOLUS-SENSE PRO 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 PRO.
Please note that due to limitations of the GDL90 communication protocol, ADSB works only
with the wifi connection.
IMPORTANT: before connecting the smart mobile device with the cable-adaptor, you
must turn off the WiFi connection to the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO.
Wifi Connection
AEOLUS-SENSE PRO creates a wifi network that is used to connect a smart mobile device. The
SSID of AEOLUS-SENSE PRO 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 PRO.
1.4 Compass Calibration
Before start using your AEOLUS-SENSE PRO, the device’s compass should be calibrated.
This only needs to be done once. For that, the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO 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 PRO 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:
• Power up your device
• Connect your smart mobile device (iOS or Android) to the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO wifi
Network (no password needed).
• Start the EFIS TA app on the smart mobile device.
• Tap on “MENU” button and then “Compass Calib”.
• 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).
• Press “Close” or wait a few seconds until the calibration window closes automatically.
(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 PRO 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.
1.5 AHRS Leveling

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As already stated above, the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO 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 PRO. Please note that AHRS leveling
must be performed with the aircraft in a parking position on the ground, and never during a
flight.
• Power up your device.
• Connect your smart mobile device (iOS or Android) to the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO wifi
Network.
• Start the EFIS TA app on your mobile device.
• Tap on “MENU” button and then “Level AHRS”.
• EFIS TA app will return back to the main screen and the “AHRS leveling” window (Fig.
6) will appear.
• 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 PRO in an aircraft with a tailwheel-type landing gear (a
taildragger).
• 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.
1.6 Other Considerations Regarding the AEOLUS-SENSE 4(T) ADS-B

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The AEOLUS-SENSE PRO complies fully with applicable Electronic Emissions and Flame
Resistance standards. More specifically:
 Electronic Emissions: The AEOLUS-SENSE PRO 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.
 Flame Resistance: Materials, design and construction of the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO are
flame resistant and in compliance with CAR regulation 3.
2 AEOLUS-SENSE PRO Maintenance
AEOLUS-SENSE PRO has been designed and manufactured for long and maintenance-free
operation. Still, care must be applied for the following:
 AEOLUS-SENSE PRO 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 PRO are as follows:
Temperature range: -20C to 65C or -4F to 149F
Operation Voltage: 10-32Vdc
Operation Current: for model 4 ADS-b =0.5A, for model 4T ADS-B max 4A during tablet
charging. Please use a fuse of 10A.
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 PRO. This means that the AEOLUS-SENSE PRO 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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