uAvionix SkyEcho 2 User manual

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SkyEcho 2
Installation and Pilot’s Guide

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1 Revision History
Revision
Date
Comments
A
8/8/18
Pre-transmit release of SE2. ADS-B only
B
8/28/18
Mode C/S Bearingless Targets, DoCC Approval

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2 Warnings / Disclaimers
All device operational procedures must be learned on the ground.
Received traffic information is to be used as an aid to situational awareness
and is merely supplemental and advisory in nature.
uAvionix is not liable for damages arising from the use or misuse of this
product.
This equipment is classified by the United States Department of
Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) as Export Control
Classification Number (ECCN) 7A994.
These items are controlled by the U.S. Government and authorized for
export only to the country of ultimate destination for use by the ultimate
consignee or end-user(s) herein identified. They may not be resold,
transferred, or otherwise disposed of, to any other country or to any person
other than the authorized ultimate consignee or end-user(s), either in their
original form or after being incorporated into other items, without first
obtaining approval from the U.S. government or as otherwise authorized by
U.S. law and regulations.

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3 Limited Warranty
uAvionix SkyEcho products are warranted to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for one year from purchase. For the duration of
the warranty period, uAvionix, at its sole option, will repair or replace any
product which fails in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be
made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the
customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost.
This warranty does not apply to cosmetic damage, consumable parts,
damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, water, fire or flood, damage
caused by unauthorized servicing, or product that has been modified or
altered.
IN NO EVENT SHALL UAVIONIX BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER
RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE
PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO
NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Warranty Service
Warranty repair service shall be provided directly by uAvionix.

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4 Contents
1Revision History...................................................................................... 3
2Warnings / Disclaimers........................................................................... 4
3Limited Warranty .................................................................................... 5
5Introduction............................................................................................. 8
5.1 Features........................................................................................... 9
5.2 Regulatory Compliance................................................................. 10
5.2.1 CAA CAP 1391 Declaration.................................................... 10
6Specifications ....................................................................................... 12
7Limitations............................................................................................. 13
7.1 Installation ..................................................................................... 13
8Equipment Installation and Configuration............................................ 16
8.1 Mounting........................................................................................ 16
8.2 Connections................................................................................... 16
8.3 Installation Setup........................................................................... 17
8.3.1 Connecting to the SkyEcho2 via Wi-Fi ................................... 17
8.3.2 1090ES Transmit..................................................................... 18
8.3.3 Aircraft Address Programming (ICAO Address)..................... 19
8.3.4 Mode C Threshold (Beta)........................................................ 19
8.3.5 Call Sign................................................................................... 21
8.3.6 Emitter Category...................................................................... 21
8.3.7 VFR Squawk............................................................................ 22
8.3.8 ADS-B IN Capability................................................................ 22
8.3.9 Air/Ground Threshold Speed VSO (knots) ............................. 23
8.3.10 Note that air/ground behavior for ADS-B is established per
RTCA DO-260B and is dependent upon the emitter category
selected.Aircraft Length and Width in Meters...................................... 23

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8.3.11 GPS Antenna Offsets........................................................... 23
8.4 Update and Confirm Configuration............................................... 24
9Normal Operation................................................................................. 24
9.1 Battery Pack / Charging................................................................ 24
9.2 Power On/Off................................................................................. 25
9.3 Indicators....................................................................................... 25
9.4 Electronic Flightbag Application.................................................... 25
9.5 Transmit Control............................................................................ 26
10 Contact uAvionix................................................................................... 26

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5 Introduction
The SkyEcho 2 is a portable ADS-B transceiver. It incorporates dual ADS-
B band 1090 MHz and 978 MHz UAT receivers and 1090 MHz Class A0
transmitter limited to 20W. The SkyEcho 2 includes a precision WAAS
GPS meeting the performance requirements of TSO-C199 Class B,
barometer, and Wi-Fi support for interface to EFB applications.
SkyEcho 2 is designed to meet the performance requirements of United
Kingdom (UK) Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Electronic Conspicuity (EC)
CAP 1931, version 2, dated April 11, 2018.
EC devices are intended for voluntary carriage on registered and non-registered UK
Annex II aircraft, non-complex EASA aircraft of <5700kg MTOM and for gliders and
balloons (including those covered under ELA 1 and ELA 2) within uncontrolled UK
airspace.
An EC device cannot be used at the same time as a transponder and it doesn't replace
the need for a transponder when required by airspace/flight rules. If your aircraft is
fitted with a working transponder, you must switch off the transmitter function of your
EC device.
An internal geofence prevents SkyEcho 2 from transmission within North America.
Within North America, receive functionality is supported.
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5.1 Features
The SkyEcho 2 performs the following functions:
•1090ES reception (1090 MHz)
oReceives ADS-B In data from aircraft equipped with 1090 MHz
Extended Squitter transmitters.
•978 UAT reception (978 MHz)
oReceives ADS-B In data from aircraft equipped with 978 MHz
UAT transmitters. Receives Flight Information Services (FIS)
and Traffic Information Services (TIS) compliant with UAT
where available.
•Mode C/S Tranponder proximity detection (Beta)
oLeveraging the 1090 MHz receiver, the SkyEcho 2 is able to
produce a bearingless proximity alert indicating the presence of
a nearby aircraft with a Mode C or S (but not ADS-B)
transponder.
•FLARM® device integration
o3rd party FLARM devices adhering to the standard FLARM ICD
can connect via the optional uAvionix FLARMbridge to allow the
SkyEcho 2 to bridge FLARM traffic to the EFB along with ADS-
B traffic.
•1090ES transmission (1090 MHz)
oTransmits ADS-B Out data on the 1090 MHz frequency.
•WAAS GPS reception
oHigh precision SBAS GPS meeting performance requirements
of TSO-C199, transmitting a Source Integrity Level (SIL) value
of 1, ensuring ATC and airborne avionics can receive and trust
the GPS position being transmitted.
•Barometric Altimeter for pressure altitude
•Traffic correlation
oTraffic information is correlated to provide a coherent view of
nearby aircraft.

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•GDL 90 output (via Wi-Fi)
oTraffic, ownship GPS, barometric pressure, and FIS/TIS data
are translated to standard GDL 90 format for WiFi transmission
to compatible situational display applications.
oProximity Alerts for Mode C/S transponders (Beta) are available
through extended GDL 90 messages. Not all EFB applications
may incorporate the extended messages. Please see the
SkyEcho 2 product page or contact support for the latest
extended GDL 90 Interface Control Document (ICD). Note this
feature may require a firmware update.
•Wi-Fi EFB connection
oThe GDL 90 data is transmitted over the built-in Wi-Fi interface
for reception by standards compliant with Electronic Flight Bag
(EFB) applications.
•Integrated rechargeable battery
oThe integrated rechargeable battery provides 12 hours of
continuous use. The battery is recharged through USB-C
connection, which can also provide power to SkyEcho 2 directly
when connected to a USB power source.
5.2 Regulatory Compliance
The SkyEcho 2 meets the Minimum Operational Performance Standards of
DO-260B Class A0 with the output power limited to 20W and the WAAS
GNSS receiver meets the performance requirements of TSO-C199.
5.2.1 CAA CAP 1391 Declaration
An EC device that operates using ADS-B at 1090MHz must have a
Declaration of Capability and Conformance (DoCC) from the manufacturer
before you can legally use it on board an aircraft. The pilot in command of
the aircraft is responsible for ensuring that the EC device has a valid
declaration.