New equipment install procedure

[rfazio1951]

I've got a 10" skyview installed in my RV-6. I've been flying it for a year, with ADAHRS, EMS, GPS, and auto pilot servos all working great. I just ordered the dynon transponder and ADS-B box. I'm running 5.0 on my system. What is the procedure when I install the new equipment. Network config, or search, find the equipment, and will it up grade them automatically? Do I need the USB stick installed with the 5.0 on it or does the system have the data it needs stored? I just want to be ready, the equpment should be here today and I've got my panel all apart and ready to go.

   Thanks
   Richard Fazio

 

[dynonsupport]

Both devices you are purchasing are serial devices, not network devices, so a network detect is not needed. You will need to manually configure the serial ports you have the devices connected to.

Unless you purchased the transponder from someone with very old stock, it's up to date. The ADS-B box has no software updates so it's up to date as well. If you do need to update the transponder, no USB stick is needed if you are on 5.0, just press a button in a menu.

Don't forget, for a new transponder, you need a transponder check done.

 

[TRCsmith]

All transponder-equipped aircraft, both VFR and IFR, must have their systems tested and certified every two years (see FAR 91.413). In addition, aircraft operating under IFR must also have their altimeter and static system tested and certified every two years (see FAR 91.411).

In addition, FAR 91.217 requires that all transponder-equipped aircraft have their altimeter and encoder checked for data correspondence after initial installation or subsequent modification.

Note: Part 91 of the Federal Aviation Regulations also apply to Experimental Aircraft.

VFR Certification

    For VFR operations, the FAA requires all transponder-equipped aircraft to be inspected to verify the proper operation of the transponder and associated altitude-reporting equipment.

    Transponders systems that don't meet minimum requirements and/or are out-of-alignment can cause significant problems with ATC radar systems, including incorrect altitude readout, duplicate targets or no target at all.

    FAR 43, APPENDIX F, describes the transponder inspection requirements. The tests are fairly simple and can be performed on the ramp in about 30-45 minutes.

 

[rfazio1951]

Thanks for the replys. I do know I need a certification. I'm hoping my regular guy knows what to do with the transponder. Does it still get bench tested like a old rack mount transponder does?

 

[dynonsupport]

There is no bench test you can do with our transponder since it needs a SkyView connected to even power up. You install it and then do the in-aircraft test as required by the FARs.

 

[jakej]

Bench testing a Transponder is for checking serviceability & after repairs, testing of the complete Transponder system, ie Txpdr & Encoder etc, for power output & other specs can only be done in the aircraft to comply with your FARs or our AD's every 2 years

Ps - if you get caught here without complying it is 50 Penalty points which was/still is? $100 per point 
HTH

Jake J