UPS Aviation Technologies Apollo MX20 User manual

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History of Revisions
Date Software Version Manual Revision
January 2000 1.0 Capstone Release
February 2000 1.1 GA Release
April 2000 1.2 560-1026-00a
August 2000 2.0 560-1026-01
Ordering Information
To receive additional copies of the Apollo MX20 User’s
Guide, order part #560-1026-01. The Apollo MX20
Installation Guide is part #560-1025-xx. The MX20
Quick Reference Guide is part #561-0263-xx.
About This Manual
Please take a few moments to review the various sections
in this manual. Even if you are an experienced user of
Multi-Function Displays, be sure to read our Getting
Started section. This section provides the rules for
successful use of the Apollo MX20. The rest of the
manual contains important information that you can refer
to as you need more detail on specific procedures or
features. The MX20 advances the technology of
Multi-Function Displays and uses new state-of-the-art
features you will want to know about.
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End User License Agreement (“EULA”)
Refund. If you do not agree to the terms of this EULA, UPS Aviation Technologies and Microsoft
are unwilling to license the MX20 and its Operating System to you. In such event, you may not
use or copy the Licensed Product, and you should promptly contact UPS Aviation Technologies
for instructions on return of the unused product(s) for a refund.
Client Access Licenses. If you use the MX20 Operating System to access or utilize the services or
functionality of Microsoft Windows NT Server (all editions) or use the MX20 Operating System
to permit workstation or computing devices to access or utilize the services or functionality of
Microsoft Windows NT Server, you may be required to obtain a Client Access License for the
MX20 Operating System and/or each such workstation or computing device.
No Warranties. Except as expressly provided in the limited warranty section, the MX20 and its
operating system are provided to you “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or
implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of noninfringement, merchantability, and/or
fitness for a particular purpose. the entire risk of the quality and performance of the software is
with the user.
No Liability for Consequential Damages. UPS Aviation Technologies and/or UPS Aviation
Technologies’ software suppliers shall not be held liable for any damages suffered or incurred by
you (including, but not limited to, general, special, consequential or incidental damages
including damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information
and the like), arising from or in connection with the delivery, use, or performance of the software.
Customer Remedies. UPS Aviation Technologies’ and UPS Aviation Technologies suppliers’
entire liability and your exclusive remedy shall be, at UPS Aviation Technologies’ option, either
(a) return of the price paid, or (b) repair or replacement of the MX20 and its operating system
that does not meet the above Limited Warranty and which is returned to UPS Aviation
Technologies with a copy of your receipt. This Limited Warranty is void if failure of the MX20 or
its operating system has resulted from accident, abuse, or misapplication. Any replacement MX20
and its operating system will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or
thirty (30) days, whichever is longer.
Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation and Disassembly. You may not reverse
engineer, decompile, or disassemble the MX20 or its operating system, except and only to the
extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law notwithstanding this limitation.
Separation of Components. The MX20 and its operating system are licensed as a single product.
Its component parts may not be separated for use on more than one MX20.
Single Embedded System. The MX20 and its operating system are licensed with the MX20 as a
single integrated product. The MX20 operating system may only be used with the MX20 as set
forth in these licensing terms.
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Welcome…
Welcome to a new era of aviation navigation. Once again,
UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc. has set new standards in
features and ease of use for the general aviation public.
The Apollo MX20 Multi-Function Display provides a
focal point for integrating many of your navigation needs
in an easy to use and convenient package.
The MX20 presents a wealth of information on its
six-inch diagonal, 640x480 pixel, color display. The many
features are organized as distinct functions and are
designed to closely mimic the traditional instruments used
in the standard cockpit. Each function allows varying
degrees of customization. The custom map function is
customizable so you can create a display for almost any
configuration you require. The other functions provide
more limited levels of customization so that they retain
the look and feel of the instruments they reflect.
The MX20 is capable of creating powerful overlay views
where information from a variety of sources can be
presented simultaneously in proper relationship to each
other, thus greatly increasing situational awareness for the
pilot.
You can be confident in knowing that you are the owner
of the state-of-the-art in aviation and navigation. The
MX20 architecture is designed to support full expansion
for both software and hardware enhancements. This
flexibility protects your investment and allows for the ease
of adding new features. Our products are built to last and
to allow the flexibility to meet your needs as they change
in the future.
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About This Manual
This manual may be used as a summary, a reference, and
a learning tool. Information is provided about all of the
functions available to the MX20. Your specific installation
may not include all of these functions.
Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the
various sections in this manual. The Getting Started
section gives an introduction to the controls, basic
operation, and organization of the functions in your
MX20. Be sure to read the Getting Started section to learn
the rules for using the MX20. The Detailed Operation
section is the reference for each of the functions in the
MX20. Refer to the Detailed Operation section when you
want to get into the details on every function and option
along with step-by-step instructions.
Not every function is available in all software versions or
installations. Check your Approved Flight Manual
Supplement to verify the features that are available.
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Table of Contents
History of Revisions .......................i
Ordering Information ......................i
About This Manual .......................i
Welcome… ...........................iii
About This Manual .......................iv
Getting Started ............................1
Functions.............................1
Controls .............................3
Power/Brightness ......................3
Function ( FN) .......................3
Menu/Enter .........................4
Line Selection ........................4
Data Card ............................5
Display ..............................6
Annunciations ..........................7
Advisory Flags........................7
Traffic ..........................7
Terrain .........................7
Lightning ........................7
Data Flags ..........................8
Message Flag ........................8
Basic Operation .........................9
Power On ..........................9
Pre-Heat Mode .......................9
Brightness .........................10
Start Up Screen ......................10
Confirm Current Baro Correction ............11
Function Selection.....................11
Advisory hot key ......................12
Normal Cruise Condition ..............12
Viewing the Advisory .................12
Returning to Normal Condition ...........13
Options Menu .......................13
Summary ..........................14
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Detailed Operation .........................15
Message Log (MSG) Function ................16
Custom Map (MAP) Function ................17
Map Scale .........................17
Auto Zoom .........................18
Pan.............................18
Info .............................19
Info In Pan Mode .....................20
Flight Plan .........................21
Map Orientation ......................21
Invert ............................22
Nav Data ..........................22
Terrain ...........................23
Airports ...........................24
VORs ............................24
VOR Highlight ....................25
VOROBS.......................26
ILS/Localizer Depiction ...............26
Back Course Display .................27
NDBs............................27
Intersections ........................27
Airspace ..........................28
Low Airways ........................28
High Airways .......................29
Water ............................29
Roads ............................29
Boundary ..........................29
Obstructions ........................30
Traffic ...........................30
Strikes ...........................31
IFR Chart Function ......................32
Flight Plan .........................32
Map Orientation ......................32
Invert ............................33
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Nav Data ..........................33
Label ............................34
Low Airways ........................34
High Airways .......................34
VFR Chart Function ......................35
Flight Plan .........................35
Map Orientation ......................35
Invert ............................36
Nav Data ..........................36
Label ............................36
Traffic Function ........................37
Traffic Description ....................37
TIS-B Traffic .....................38
Target Color......................38
Surface Targets ....................38
Flight Plan .........................40
Traffic Map Orientation .................40
Traffic Altitude Values ..................41
Display Mode .......................41
Graphic ........................41
Text ..........................41
Altitude Option (Relative/Pressure) ...........42
Time ............................42
ADS-B Broadcast Mode Control .............43
Broadcast FID.....................43
Broadcast VFR ....................43
Standby ........................44
Flight ID Editing .....................44
Traffic Altitude Filter ...................44
Flight Plan (FPL) Function ..................45
Terrain (TER) Function....................46
Flight Plan .........................48
TRK Up Arc/TRK Up 360 ................49
Set Barometer .......................49
TER Data Flag.......................49
Weather (WX) Data Link ...................50
Flight Information Service-Broadcast (FIS-B)........52
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Navigating the Displayed Data..............53
Smart Key Function ....................53
Sorting FIS Messages ...................54
Lightning Strikes (LT) Function ...............55
Flight Plan .........................56
360/120 ...........................56
Lightning..........................56
Strike..........................56
Cell...........................56
Heading Stabilization ...................56
System Data ........................56
Demo ............................57
Self-Test ..........................57
Noise Monitor .......................57
Strike Test .........................58
System Function ........................59
System Nav Page .....................59
Ownship Symbol ...................59
Lat/Lon Format....................59
Set Baro Units.....................59
Set Baro Correction..................60
Display Lat/Lon Lines ................60
System Info.........................61
GPS and datalink status ...............61
System Test Page .....................62
Test Pattern 1 .....................63
Red, Green, Blue, White Test Pattern........63
Caring For Your MX20 ....................64
Display Care and Cleaning ................64
Troubleshooting ........................65
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Getting Started
This section explains how to get started using the MX20.
Information in this section describes the controls, data
card, display, and basic operation. After reading this
section, go to the Detailed Operation section for expanded
explanations for each feature.
Functions
The MX20 contains eleven major separate functions for
the display of information. The function names are shown
as “smart” keys at the bottom of the display. The “smart”
key is the combination of a label above a triangle key at
the bottom of the display. The labels above the triangle
keys change to reflect the choices available to you for each
function. Press the FN key to show the available functions.
Press the “smart” key below the function label to go to the
displayed function. While in each function, press the
MENU/ENTER key to show the options for each function.
The options are shown on the right side of the display.
Press the LINE SELECT key to manipulate the options.
Some options toggle on/off, while some are tri-state (three
choices). The functions are:
MSG - Message Log (See page 16 for details)
MAP - Custom Map (See page 17 for details)
IFR - IFR Chart (See page 32 for details)
VFR - VFR Chart (See page 35 for details)
TRAF - Traffic (ADS-B installations only)
(See page 37 for details)
FPL - Flight Plan (See page 45 for details)
TER - Terrain (See page 46 for details)
WX - Weather Data Link (See page 50 for details)
FIS-B - Flight Information Service - Broadcast (See
page 52 for details)
LT - Lightning Strikes (See page 55 for details)
SYS - System Information (See page 59 for details)
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The Message Log displays information from the MX20 or
reported to the MX20 by its external sensors. A flashing
MSG annunciator notifies you of a new message that
should be viewed. The Custom Map function allows you
to completely customize the displayed map by overlaying
selected information. The Custom Map can become
“cluttered” if you choose every option, so use discretion.
The IFR Chart function provides an IFR enroute style
map on the display. The VFR Chart function provides a
VFR sectional style map for the display. The Traffic
function (when installed) shows nearby traffic and details
about each target. The Flight Plan function provides
details about your flight plan and each waypoint. The
Terrain function shows a color coded map of terrain
elevation in relation to your altitude. The Weather Data
Link function is capable of displaying graphic weather
information with UAT-equipped installations. The Flight
Information Services function allows access to text
weather data messages on UAT-equipped installations.
The Lightning function, when connected to the BF
Goodrich WX500 Stormscope, controls the overlay of
lightning strike information on the map displays. The
System Information function lets you set general
preferences, show software version information, and test
the display.
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Controls
Power/Brightness
The power switch is located in the upper right corner of
the MX20. Turn the power rotary knob clockwise past the
detent to turn the power on. Turn the power knob fully
counterclockwise to turn the power off. With the power
knob pushed in, the brightness is set automatically
according to ambient light by a photosensor. Pull the
knob out and turn the knob to adjust the display
brightness manually.
Function ( FN)
The Function keys are made up of one dedicated key on
the lower left side of the display and the four “smart” keys
to the right of it. Press the function (FN) key repeatedly to
scroll through the available functions. The functions will
appear above the “smart” function keys in turquoise.
Use the FN key to display a list of the main functions, such
as Map, IFR, Terrain, etc. Each time you press the FN key
you will step through the list of functions. After you press
one of the function “smart” keys at the bottom of the
display, the function keys change to provide options to
control the display related to the current function.
Change the function keys back to the function list by
pressing the FN key.
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FN
Smart Function O
p
tion Keys
F
unction Key
Smart Key Labels
In Out Pan Info
FN
Smart Function Keys
F
unction Key
Smart Ke
y
Labels
MSG MAP IFR VFR
OFF

Menu/Enter
The MENU/ENTER key is located on the bottom right
corner of the MX20. Press the MENU/ENTER key to show
a menu of options to modify the display of the current
function. Press the MENU/ENTER key to hide the menu. If
no action is taken, the menu will automatically extinguish
in a few seconds.
Line Selection
The Line Selection keys are on the right side of the MX20.
Press the MENU/ENTER key to see the options for the
current function. Press the LINE SELECT key next to each
option to scroll through the choices for each option. Some
options support tri-state choices, such as in Map mode.
When you select a tri-state option, the option label will
change with each key press between completely filled,
partially filled, and empty.
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MENU
ENTER
MENU
ENTER
Line Select Keys
Option 1
Option 2
Option 3
Option 4
Option 5
Option 6
Option Labels

Data Card
The Map database and other information is stored on a
data card. The use of a data card allows you to easily
update information.
Only change the data card when the power is turned
off.
Handle your data card carefully. Do not touch the
connector edge of the data card. To eject the card, use a
soft blunt object to press the data card ejector. Gently pull
the card straight out of the slot. Insert a data card by
pushing the card straight into the slot. When fully
inserted, the data card and eject button will be flush and
slightly recessed into the bezel.
When contacting your dealer or the UPS Aviation
Technologies technical services staff, eject the data card
and write down the information shown on the label.
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Getting Started
Data Card EjectorData Card
Front
Si
d
e View
o
fD
a
t
a
C
a
r
d
Front View of Data Card Slot
UPS Aviation Technologies
APOLLO Mx20
P/N 138-0448-010
TSO C113, TSO C110A
DO-178B LEVELS C,D
DATE
S/W VERSION
Nav Data: Copyright Jeppesen Sanderson, Inc.
2000 UPS Aviation Technologies Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
Date of Jeppesen Nav data
Version of Mx20 software

Display
The MX20 display provides text and graphic information
to give a “picture” of your flight and surroundings. The
display brightness may be set manually or allowed to
automatically adjust to ambient light conditions. At the
bottom of the display, labels above the function keys
change to show the different choices for each function to
allow access to commonly used actions. A typical Custom
Map function display is shown below. See page 64 for
details on display care.
The MX20 will go into a pre-heat mode for a short period
of time on start-up. During the pre-heat mode, the display
will remain dark. The pre-heat mode is designed to
extend the life of the LCD backlight.
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Getting Started
OFF
POLLO
A
MX20
MFD
FN
MENU
ENTER
TRAF
STRK
TERR
Power/Dimming
Graphic Display
Line Select Keys
Menu/Enter Key
Data Card Ejecto
r
Data CardSmart Keys
Function Key
Smart Function Key Labels Currently Selected FunctionMounting Screw
Advisory Flags
Message Flag
Zoom
(Map Scale)
TO Waypoint Identifier Bearing to
Destination (TO) Wpt
Distance to
Destination Wpt
POS
RTE
ALT
TRAF
LT
TER
Data Flags
Photosensor
Ownship
ADS-B Traffic

Annunciations
Advisory flags, data flags, and messages appear on the
display to give information about the status of the MX20
or to provide operating information.
Advisory Flags
Annunciations will appear on the upper left side of the
display to provide advisories for Traffic, Terrain, and
Lightning. Advisory information is monitored and
displayed regardless of the selected function. Advisory
flags will flash for approximately 10 seconds when they
first appear and then turn solid while they are still valid.
Traffic
The Traffic advisory flag will appear on the left side of the
display when traffic is reported to be within ±2000 feet of
your altitude and 5 nm of your location. The Traffic
advisory and Traffic functions are only available when the
ADS-B system is installed.
Terrain
The Terrain advisory flag will appear on the left side of
the display when the terrain surface or obstacle altitude is
within approximately 500 feet of your altitude and within
approximately two minutes of flight in any direction.
Lightning
The Lightning advisory flag will show on the left side of
the display when the WX500 sends an indication that
lightning has been detected within 50 nm of your location.
See the WX500 manual for details about range and other
capabilities.
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TRAF
TER
STRK

Data Flags
Data flags appear on the left side of the display to notify
you when there is a loss of reported information. The data
usually displayed, such as lightning or nearby terrain, may
still exist, but may not be displayed for technical reasons.
For instance, when the amber TRAF data flag appears it
means that the MX20 is not receiving Traffic information.
Traffic may be present, but will not be displayed.
POS No valid position information is available from
the source. Do not expect a valid position
representation on the maps. The Ownship
symbol will have an “X” through it.
RTE No valid route (flight plan) is available from the
external navigation source. Route (flight plan)
information will not be shown on the maps.
ALT No valid altitude information is available from
the external source. Altitude related functions
will not operate, such as terrain awareness.
TRAF No traffic information is received from the
external source. Traffic will not be displayed.
Your position information will not be broadcast
in ADS-B capable systems.
LT No valid lightning detection information is
being received from the external source.
Strike and cell information will not be
displayed.
TER Terrain coverage is not available for some part
of the terrain advisory coverage area. Terrain
advisories may not be provided.
NAV When connected to the SL30, indicates the
SL30 is not available or valid. ILS, OBS, and
VORs will not be highlighted.
Message Flag
The Message flag will appear on the lower left side of the
display when a new message is posted. Go to the Message
function to view the information about the operation or
status of the MX20.
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Getting Started

Basic Operation
Use the following items to get a basic feel for the operation
of the MX20. The basic steps for using any of the separate
functions of the MX20 are:
Turn the power on.
Adjust the brightness or set it to automatic.
Check that all tests pass on the Start Up screen.
Press the FN key to view available functions. Each
press of the FN key will step through the lists of
functions.
Press the key below the function label to select the
desired function.
Confirm or enter the current barometric pressure
Press the MENU/ENTER key to display available
options.
Press the LINE SELECT key next to the displayed
option to choose desired capabilities. Some options
use multiple key presses for different states for the
option. Press the MENU/ENTER key again to
extinguish the option display.
Refer to the Detailed Operation section for more
details on each function.
Power On
Turn the power rotary knob clockwise past the detent to
turn the power on. The MX20 will progress through a
series of startup screens. The final startup screen shows
System Information and the results of the Self-Test.
Pre-Heat Mode
The MX20 will go into a pre-heat mode for a short period
of time on start-up. During the pre-heat mode, the display
will remain dark. The pre-heat mode is designed to
extend the life of the LCD backlight.
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Getting Started

Brightness
With the Power knob pulled out, turn the knob in each
direction to adjust the display brightness manually.
Manual brightness mode may be selected to adjust the
display for difficult lighting conditions. Push the knob in,
and the brightness is adjusted automatically according to
the ambient light. When the brightness is set
automatically, the display will not dim below a
pre-defined level.
Start Up Screen
The Start Up screen is displayed while the MX20 goes
through its initialization and testing routines. System
information is shown that provides the MX20 software
and database versions. The results of the self test are
shown. A check mark shows that the test passed. If any of
the Self-Tests fail (red “x”), contact your dealer or the
factory (see page 64).
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