Connecting to the skyBeacon app with an iPad or android device. Delete your current app if not recently downloaded to ensure the latest version is on your device. Don’t open the app once downloaded. Make sure to turn off the skyBeacon or tailBeacon. 1 Close all the apps that are running [...]
The AV-30's GPS interface is an optional RS-232 serial input that is compatible with the industry standard “Aviation” output provided by most panel-mounted GPS units, and NMEA serial interfaces provided by most hand-held GPS units. This is a text/binary protocol output by the GPS navigator that contains situational awareness information such as ground speed, [...]
If you get SIL, SDA and NIC errors on your PAPR it is likely that the GRT is not set up properly. Make sure these values are entered in the GRT under General settings/TT22/echoUAT: GRT EFIS TT22/EchoUAT Settings: DU-SF Communication (Status) Verify “Yes” SF-echoUAT Communication Verify “OK” Remote Status Verify “OK” External GPS Communication [...]
If you have connected the Yellow wire to a 12-24 volt power source and you do not have the strobe lighting, here are a few things to check. Is the anti-collision light enabled in the skyBeacon app under config/advanced? Do you have the position light powered? It has to be powered in order for the [...]
Download the latest Wi-Fi software for EchoUAT EchoUAT Wi-Fi Software Connect your PC to the Echo Wi-Fi by connecting to the Ping-XXX network and if required enter the passphrase uavionix (all lowercase). Open a web browser and access the EchoUAT at http://192.168.4.1/update If the page does not load confirm you are connected to the EchoUAT Wi-Fi. Click Choose [...]
Strobe Wiring Diagrams The skyBeacon should never be connected directly to a high-voltage strobe power supply. Connecting the skyBeacon to a high-voltage strobe power supply will damage the skyBeacon. The diagrams below show both the incorrect and correct wiring for utilizing skyBeacon with an existing anti-collision system.
A typical skyBeacon installation will take an installer around 1 hour – this is the time taken for the physical installation of the skyBeacon to the aircraft and the paperwork needed to sign off the installation. Please note that all aircraft are different, especially older aircraft that have been modified for other STC’s. This can [...]
The skyBeacon has been designed to be a simple installation. Please see the Installation Manual and Pilot’s Guide for full instructions. The installation process is to first remove the existing left-hand wingtip light. Connect the skyBeacon using the three wires as per the installation instructions and use the three screws to attach the skyBeacon to the wingtip. [...]
Experimental Aircraft: Yes Light Sport Aircraft: With manufacturer approval. Certified Aircraft: You cannot install skyBeacon unless you have Inspection Authority for your aircraft. We recommend you contact an avionics installation facility or your regular Inspection Authorization (IA). Most IAs, aircraft maintenance facilities, and/or repair stations are also qualified to install skyBeacon. Please note that the installation [...]
If your wingtips or lighting configuration are not supported by the skyBeacon you have a few options… Cosmetic Fairings: These are only used to cover a strobe wiring access hole that will be visible if not used. They do not make the skyBeacon fit on a wingtip with an incompatible mounting layout. VIEW FAIRING 301 [...]