When upgrading the IFD5000i to the latest release of software shops must confirm the following: 1) you have the Jeppesen NavData (specific for 9.4) installed 2) you must have good GPS coverage - get out of the hangar 3) you must have the R9 checklist installed - new checklist for R9 units are in the Software Tab i…
The IFD is providing all of the deviation data to the Aspen via ARINC 429 (digital) and the Aspen then sends that digital data to the ACU, which processes the information and outputs the analog equivalent to the autopilot. The way the Aspen does this is dependent upon what mode is selected on the Aspen. For insta…
All Avidyne R9 units should have been updated to 9.3.3 (mandatory update in 2015). If you are troubleshooting an R9 with the software version below 9.3.3, you must work with an Avidyne Dealer to have the GPS and ACR blades, from both units sent in, for the 9.4 update. Shops attempting to update the R9 system from a…
IFD5XX/4XX AT 10.2.X or Higher For IFD5XX/4XX currently at S/W Version 10.2.X or higher you can obtain the GPS Rollover Software at: Additionally, you can obtain the Service Bulletin for this upgrade at: IFD5XX/4XX AT 10.1.X If your IFD is currently at a 10.1.X or less, please contact your nearest Avidyne dea…
EXP5000 - GPS Navigation Integration Test Vertical Deviation Indicator (Item 14) is not displayed on the EXP5000 PFD when completing checks Instrument Panel Self-Test with a NON-WAAS GPS. NOTE: Vertical Deviation is only an option with a WAAS GPS source. Reference Data for GPS NAV-COMM Checks can be fou…