USER MANUAL updated to software version 2.14.162 R Via Caboto, 9 54036 Marina di Carrara - MS - ITALIA E-mail: info@avmap.
WARRANTY AvMap warrants their GPS receiver and accessories to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original purchase. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product. In the event of a defect, AvMap, at its option, will repair or replace the product with no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor.
Warning!!! A measure of knowledge by the user is required for proper and safe use of the chart plotter. Read the User Manual and the Warranty completely. Use Good Judgement This product is an excellent navigation aid, but it does not replace the need for careful pilotage and good judgement. Never rely solely on one means of naviga-tion. Use Care to Avoid Inaccuracies The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the U.S.
Contents 1 Introduction 1.1 FEATURES 1.1.1 Specifications 1.2 BASIC 1.3 FLYING START 1.3.1 The Moving Map 1.3.2 The Main Menu 1.3.3 Moving Map Functions 1.3.4 Moving Map Icons 1.3.5 Course Predictor 1.3.6 GoTo 1.3.7 Crossed Airspaces Advisor 1.3.8 Database 1.3.9 Battery Compartment and Batteries 9 9 11 13 13 13 13 14 14 15 15 15 15 2 The Basics 2.1 THE KEYBOARD 16 2.2 TURNING THE EKP-IV ON/OFF 17 2.2.1 Turning On 17 2.2.2 Turning Off 18 2.3 CHANGING BRIGHTNESS & CONTRAST 18 2.
3.5.5 Default Datafields 29 3.5.6 Map Orientation 29 3.5.7 Map Presentation Menu 29 3.5.8 Automatic Information 30 3.5.9 Rangerings 30 3.5.10 Vfr, Airspace, Land, Marine And Other Settings 30 3.5.10.1 VFR Settings 30 3.5.10.2 Airspace Settings 30 3.5.10.3 Land Settings 32 3.5.10.4 Marine Settings 32 3.5.10.5 Other Settings 32 3.5.11 Terrains 32 3.5.11.1 Terrain “ON” 32 3.5.11.2 Terrain “OFF” 33 3.6 MAP PRESENTATION MENU 33 3.6.1 GENERIC 33 3.6.2 TAWS 33 3.6.3 Selective Display Settings 34 3.6.
7.3.3 7.3.4 7.3.5 Differential GPS Monitoring & Controlling The GPS GPS Information Sources 8 Waypoint & Database 8.1 USER WAYPOINTS – MOVING MAP 8.1.1 Creating User Waypoints – Moving Map 8.1.2 Saving Present Position – Moving Map Methods 8.1.3 Editing User Waypoints – Moving Map Methods 8.1.4 Deleting User Waypoints – Moving Map Methods 8.2 USER WAYPOINTS – DATABASE METHODS 8.2.1 Creating User Waypoints – Database Methods 8.2.2 Editing User Waypoints – Database Methods 8.2.
14 The System Set-up Menu 14.1 GENERAL SET-UP 14.1.1 Beeper 14.1.2 Scale Format 14.1.3 Language 14.1.4 Military Frequency 14.1.5 Nearest Airports 14.1.6 Terrain Legend 14.1.7 Power Save 14.1.8 Layout 14.1.9 Data Window Color 14.1.10 Menu Color 14.2 FIX SET-UP 14.2.1 Fix Source 14.2.2 Differential Correction Source 14.2.3 Fix Symbol 14.2.4 Static Navigation 14.2.5 Course Predictor 14.2.6 Head Up Response 14.2.7 Fix Circe Range 14.2.8 GPS Restart Timeout 14.3 ALARM SET-UP 14.3.1 Arrival Alarm Radius 14.3.
14.9 FACTORY DEFAULTS 15 Operating Requirements 15.1 ANTENNA ASSEMBLY & PLACEMENT 15.2 SECURING THE EKP-IV 15.3 DIMENSIONS 15.4 INSERT / CHANGE BATTERIES 15.5 TROUBLESHOOTING 15.5.1 Power 15.5.2 GPS Fix 15.5.3 When Nothing Else Works 15.5.4 Customer Support 15.6 SYSTEM TEST 15.6.1 RAM Menu 15.6.2 C-CARD Menu 15.6.3 Serial Ports 16 EKP IV PRO 16.1 Functions for the automatic creation of Search and Rescue (S.A.R) flight pattern 16.2 Customized Regional Coverage Area 16.3 Place and Street Research 16.
1 Introduction If you have not used a GPS Charting System before and intend to use your EKP-IV for navigating, we suggest that you read this User Manual and make sure you are familiar with its contents. Throughout this User Manual, the keys are shown in capital letters enclosed between single inverted commas, for example ‘MENU’. Menu operations are in bold characters listed by keys sequence with the menu names enclosed between quotes, for example ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
• Auto Zoom • Map Presentation (Aero+Terrestrial, Aeronautical, Marine) • POI Settings • Selective and cycled Display • VFR (Airports, VOR, NDB, Intersections, Vertical Obstructions, Aero Objects Id, Enroute Communications) • Airspace (Controlled Areas, Restricted Areas, FIR & UIR, MORA) • Land (Roads, Road Labels, Railroads, City Names, Rives and Lakes, Cultural Features, Natural Features, Landmarks, POI Objects) • Marine (Lights, Chart Boundaries, Bathymetric & Soundings, Bathymetric & Soundings Range, De
Physical Characteristics Size • 7.1” x 4,8” x 1,8” (2.3”) Weight • 670 g LCD display • color TFT 7” (16:9) • resolution 800 x 480 pixels Antenna dimensions • 3” diameter, 0.625” height (76.2 mm diameter, 15.9 mm height) (Antenna includes a 5 mt cable) Power consumption • Color 10 Watt, 10–35 Volt DC • Operating Temperature Range 32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C) Storage Temperature • -13°F to 158°F (-25°C to 70°C) Memory • Non volatile with battery back-up Keyboard • Backlighted, silicon rubber 1.
Fig. 1.2 - The EKP-IV Fig. 1.
1.3 FLYING START These pages provide a very brief overview of several of the EKP-IV’s important features, the Main Menu, the Moving Map, GoTo flights and locating a Waypoint in the Database. It does not replace the User Manual, which should be read to get the fullest possible use from your EKP-IV. Note The EKP-IV is an aid to navigation. It does not replace paper charts and good judgement. 1.3.
differently based on the mode of operation selected. The Auto Home mode will allow the user to pan away from his present position to view other parts of the map, and return to present position automatically when no buttons are pushed for a pre-determined amount of seconds. Auto Zoom mode will keep your present position, and your destination in the screen at all times. The screen will automatically zoom in as you get closer. To shut off this function, simply select OFF.
1.3.6 GoTo GoTo sets a 1-leg course from the present position to any location or selected Waypoint. To activate a GoTo Flight Plan move the cursor to the desired location or Waypoint and press ‘GOTO’. The GoTo menu box will open enabling you to activate the current cursor position or search the Database for a specific object to fly to. To activate the current cursor position, highlight “CURSOR” and press ‘ENTER’.
2 The Basics This chapter provides general information about the functions of the keys and entering data (connecting the EKP-IV to power and using the antenna are described in Chapter 15). 2.1 THE KEYBOARD The EKP-IV has 10 keys, which access and control features. Some keys perform different tasks based on the operation mode. A quick key guide is displayed at the bottom of many menus for easy reference.
presentations and quickly filter mapping information on the display. ‘CYCLE’: selects the Cycle mode There are three Cycle modes and holding the Cycle Key one to three times activates them. The Cycle Key is defaulted in the Cycle 1 position that normally activates all features to be visible on the display. By holding the Cycle Key once, Cycle 2 is activated and holding it a second time activates Cycle 3, one last Cycle key activation and the display is back to Cycle 1.
Fig. 2.2.1 - Title page After a few seconds the Warning page is displayed, reminding you that the EKP-IV is an aid to navigation and should be used with appropriate prudence. The electronic charts are not intended to substitute for the official charts. Press ‘ENTER’ to open the Moving Map screen. 2.2.2 Turning Off ‘POWER’ 3 sec.: a countdown timer appears on the screen, if you release the key before the countdown timer reaches zero, the EKP-IV will remain On. 2.
“LANGUAGE” + ‘ENTER’ Choose the language you want and press ‘ENTER’ again to confirm. 2.5 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS 2.5.1 Internal/external GPS Source The EKP-IV has an internal GPS Receiver. Be sure the Fix Source is set to Internal GPS to receive data from this internal receiver. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX SOURCE” + ‘ENTER’ Choose Internal GPS and press ‘ENTER’ to confirm.
2.5.3 Down Or Up-load Flight Plans & Tracks The EKP-IV can also send and receive Flight Plans from the AvMap Flight Planner or another device compatible with it through the serial port (the USB port is for factory use only). This requires an optional data cable that can be purchased from your avionics dealer or AvMap/Navigation for a proper connection to the device (see following figures). Fig. 2.5.3 - Optional Data Cable Fig. 2.5.3a - directional Communicatons 2.5.3.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “FLIGHT PLAN UPLOAD” + ‘ENTER’ The received Flight Plan is saved in the current Flight Plan. If the current Flight Plan contains data the user should be asked to confirm the action (overwriting the existing Flight Plan) or choose another Flight Plan. 2.5.3.3 Download Track The Download Track function allows you to send Track data from the serial port using the CMAP Proprietary NMEA0183 $PCMPT sentence (see Appendix E): > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
3 The Moving Maps The Moving Map is the default state of the software. This mode displays the Moving Map screen and Data Window. The Moving Map displays map detail in Home, Auto Zoom or Cursor mode. The operation mode will determine the options available within the screen. The Data Window contains the navigation information pertaining to the active flight; these fields can be customized. From the Moving Map screen you can obtain Automatic Info and Full Info for Database objects.
To activate Auto Zoom mode press ‘CLEAR’ in Moving Map. Auto Zoom requires a position fix and an active destination point. If a destination point is not present it works as Home mode. To deactivate Auto Zoom mode press ‘CLEAR’ to enable the cursor at the previous position or press a cursor key to enable the cursor under the current fix position. Instead if you press ‘ZOOM IN’ or ‘ZOOM OUT’ enables the cursor under the current fix position and zooms on the map. 3.
3.4.1 Airspace Information Airspace Info will display information about the airspace within the cursor/position fix. The selected area(s) of airspace queried is highlighted. >‘ENTER’ + “AIRSPACE INFO” + ‘ENTER’ Like Automatic Info the window is opened in the top or bottom part of the screen. One window displays all airspace objects.
This will place “A” at the current fix position, then: >Place the cursor at second position “B” + ‘ENTER’ + “A-B FUNCTION” + ‘ENTER’ This line will remain on the screen until it is deactivated. To deactivate: >‘ENTER’ + “A-B FUNCTION” + ‘ENTER’ 3.4.5 Waypoint Handling Associate Waypoint with User Waypoint Alarm: When editing the waypoint, select the icon for the waypoint.
Add Waypoint To add a Waypoint (leg) to the viewed (current) Flight Plan place the cursor over the position. >‘ENTER’ + “ADD FP LEG” + ‘ENTER’ This will place another leg onto the end of the current viewed Flight Plan. Remove Waypoint (present only if there is a Waypoint under the cursor position) >Place the cursor over existing Waypoint + ‘ENTER’ + “REMOVE WAYPOINT” + ‘ENTER’ If the Waypoint was within the Flight Plan, the revised leg will be drawn on the screen.
3.5.1 Viewed FP This item enables you to select the Flight Plan to display on the Moving Map from the list of stored Flight Plans. The Flight Plan that is “Viewed” can then be edited or activated from the Moving Map display. > ‘MENU’ + “VIEWED FP” + ‘ENTER’ The Flight Plan list will display, using the cursor key, highlight the Flight Plan and press ‘ENTER’. Select an EMPTY Flight Plan if you do not want a Flight Plan to display on the Moving Map, or to create a new Flight Plan from the Moving Map. 3.5.
Fig. 3.5.3 - Data Window options 3.5.4 Setup Data Fields You can select the item to be displayed in each of the fields of the Data Window. The following figure displays the options available. The fields selected for each window mode option (1-line, 2lines, etc.) are independent; therefore, you can select different fields for each window view. > ‘MENU’ + “SETUP DATA FIELDS” + ‘ENTER’ After pressing ‘ENTER’, a box in the Data Window will be highlighted.
3.5.5 Default Datafields This will restore data fields settings to default values > ‘MENU’ + “DEFAULT DATA FIELDS” + ‘ENTER’ The message “DONE” will appear to the right confirming the action is complete. The Default Fields will only be applied to the currently selected Data Window Option; i.e. 1-Line, 2-Lines, etc. . 3.5.6 Map Orientation Map Orientation controls the direction that the Moving Map is pointing during Home and Auto Zoom modes.
> ‘MENU’ + “MAP PRESENTATION” + ‘ENTER’ The default setting is generic. See paragraph 3.6 for further details. 3.5.8 Automatic Information The display of Automatic Information is controlled by this setting. The category of detail selected will be displayed on the Moving Map automatically when the cursor is placed over the object. > ‘MENU’ + “AUTOMATIC INFO” + ‘ENTER’ The selection options are: OFF/AERO+TERREST /AERONAUTICAL/TERRESTRIAL/MARINE (refer to Par. 3.3).
4. Official Designated Airway 5. RNAV Airway Refer to Section 3.5.12 for detailed information on how to customize the map display settings. When routing to a specific leg, the Airline Airway, Control Airway, Direct Route Airway and Official Designated Airway are displayed in blue, while the RNAV Airway (Area Navigation) are displayed in purple. Important Note: When the Low Airways are enabled, the Land Elevation (shading) display will be disabled below the 50 Nm map scale.
3.5.10.3 Land Settings The Land Settings menu controls the level of cartographic detail shown. Roads: Road Labels: Railroads: City Names: Rivers & Lakes: Cultural Features: Natural Features: Landmarks: ON/OFF. The default setting is On. OFF/AMERICAN/EUROPEAN. The default setting is American. ON/OFF. The default setting is On. ON/OFF. The default setting is On. ON/OFF. The default setting is On. ON/OFF. The default setting is On. ON/OFF. The default setting is On. ON/OFF. The default setting is Off.
To change map orientation: > ‘MENU’ + “MAP ORIENTATION” + ‘ENTER’ 3.5.11.2 Terrain “OFF” With “Terrain” set to OFF, the following occurs: Normal mapping is displayed at all map scales (without shading). Determining the Elevation of any area on the map (with “Terrain” turned ON): The cursor, when moved anywhere on the map, will open up a dialog box that will give the approximate elevation of that point on the map. Units of measurement default to feet. To switch to meters, go to MENU.
Please Note When TAWS is enabled, the color scheme is always displayed. The rules for TAWS are divided into two levels: 1. L1=500 ft. agl / M1=1,000 ft. agl / H1=2,000 ft. agl 2. L2=1,000 ft. agl / M2=2,000 ft. agl / H2=3,000 ft. agl The TAWS rules allow you to calculate the color scheme to be used for depicting the OCH: Obstacle Clearance Height.
Fig. 3.6.3 - Selective Display Settings Scroll through the cells using the cursor key. To select the desired scale you would like the map to begin displaying data for the category, place the cursor within the cell and press ‘ENTER’. (The map scale for the cell is displayed at the top right.) Any box with an “X” indicates the feature is not available at that chart scale. All data for that category will begin to display at that chart scale checked and all scales below.
4 Navigation & Location The Navigation and Location screen displays a full page of navigation information with location coordinates. To access from the Main Menu: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “NAV/LOCATION” + ‘ENTER’ Fig. 4 - Nav/Location screen 4.1 NAVIGATION & LOCATION DATA The Navigation data displayed in this window is based on the current Flight Plan leg or active Waypoint. If no Flight Plan is active, only Ground Speed and Track can be displayed. The CDI is a graphic display of Cross Track Error (XTE).
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ Highlight the destination Waypoint of the desired leg and press ‘GOTO’ to activate that leg of the Flight Plan. Fig. 4.1 - Flight Plan The Location information displayed on the Nav/Location screen includes the destination waypoint, Bearing (BRG), Track (TRK), Estimated Time Enroute (ETE), Distance to waypoint (DST), Ground Speed (GS), Cross Track Error (XTE), LAT/LON coordinates, GPS Altitude, Time to Descent, Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA), and the current time.
5 The HSI Screen The HSI screen presents the desired course to be flown and the current Track in a graphical format similar to the Horizontal Situation Indicator of an aircraft; using the compass rose as the center of the display. From Moving Map: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “HSI SCREEN” + ‘ENTER’ 5.1 HSI DESCRIPTION The HSI calculates user data (current Flight Plan and VNAV calculator data) with GPS data to provide the visual display of the parameters of flight.
5.2.1 Add Mark Under Fix While in HSI mode, it is possible to create a User Mark under the current position fix. From the HSI screen: > ‘MENU’ + “ADD MARK UNDER FIX” + ‘ENTER’ An information box will appear confirming the creation of the User Waypoint and informing of the default name applied by the software; press ‘ENTER’ to accept. To edit this Mark see Par. 8.1.3 and Par. 8.2.2. 5.2.
6 Flight Plan > ‘MENU’ 1 sec + “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ The Flight Plan mode allows you to create a Flight Plan with User Points, Temporary Waypoints or Jeppesen object as Waypoints. Flight Plans can be entered on the Moving Map (see Par. 3.5) or in the Flight Plan Menu if all Waypoints are known objects. The EKP-IV can store up to 15 Flight Plans with up to 100 individual legs each. Additional Flight Plans can be stored in the Compact Flash entering File Manager (Database).
want a Flight Plan to display on the Moving Map. In addition, the viewed Flight Plan can be selected from the Moving Map Menu. (See Sec. 3.5.1.) 6.2 CREATING A FLIGHT PLAN FROM THE DATABASE > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ + ‘MENU’ The Flight Plan Menu will open. You will need to select Flight Plan number to view.
> ‘GOTO’ + “ACTIVATE FP” OR “DEACTIVATE FP” + ‘ENTER’ This will activate/deactivate the currently Viewed Flight Plan (See Sec.3.5.1.). Note The current leg of the Active Flight Plan is displayed DASHED. There is the possibility to navigate DIRECT to any FP WP (departure point included). > ‘GOTO’ + “DIRECT TO FP WAYPOINT” + ‘ENTER’ In this case a “D” appears in front of the destination waypoint in the FLIGHT PLAN page.
the FP passes through one or more of the airspaces selected a popup window will appear showing a list of them. The selectabel airspaces are : Class B, Class C, Towers & Control zones, Restricted Areas and Moas & other Suas every one with a switch ON/OFF. Pressing ENTER on “Crossed Airspaces Predictor” label will start the check. 6.8 GoTo FLIGHT PLANS A GoTo Flight Plan is a one leg direct Flight Plan to a specified Database object or cursor position on the Moving Map. 6.8.
Fig. 6.2 - Nearest function with Nearest menu opened The Nearest page will display the identifiers, bearing To and From, Distance and Estimated Time Enroute (ETE). Using the cursor key select the desired object and press ‘GOTO’ to activate a Route to this item. To obtain additional details regarding the object, press ‘ENTER’ and the Database page will appear. To locate the object on the Moving Map without creating a “GoTo” Flight Plan, press and hold ‘GOTO’ for 2 seconds.
7 The Global Positioning System The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a constellation of satellites that orbit the earth twice a day, transmitting precise time and positioning information to anywhere on the globe, 24 hours a day. The system was designed and deployed by the U.S. Department of Defense to provide continuous, worldwide positioning and navigation data to U.S. and allied military forces. GPS broad commercial applications were recognized early in the system’s development, and the U.S.
coordinates, Date, Time, HDOP, VDOP,GS, TRK and ALT on the GPS page. 7.2 GPS RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS • Receiver: • Channels: • Max Solution Update Rate: • Cold Start (avg): • Warm Start (avg): • Hot Start (avg): L1, C/A code, DGPS/WAAS Ready 15 10 sec. < 45 sec. < 40 sec. 8 sec. 7.3 HOW GPS WORKS Each GPS satellite continuously broadcasts two signals: an SPS (Standard Positioning Service) signal for worldwide civilian use and a PPS (Precise Positioning Service) signal for U.S.
the reflections of signals that have bounced off of surrounding objects.) Using DGPS to eliminate the effects of correctable errors requires that the user’s GPS receiver be connected to a compatible differential beacon receiver and be within range of the broadcasting beacon. The differential beacon receiver accepts and demodulates the broadcast corrections, which are then relayed to the GPS receiver.
8 Waypoint & Database The EKP-IV uses three types of Waypoints: Jeppesen Waypoints are contained in the Compact Flash and include Airport, VOR, NDB and Intersection Waypoints. Each of these Waypoints is displayed on the Moving Map by an icon. These Waypoints can be searched in the Database Menu and identified on the Moving Map with Quick Info or Full Info. Each of these Waypoints can be used in a Flight Plan, for the Nearest Search or GoTo functions.
> Place the cursor over the Waypoint + ‘ENTER’ + “EDIT WAYPOINT” + ‘ENTER’ To edit Name field (up to 8 characters): press left/right cursor key to select the character to be changed and then up/down cursor key to scroll to the desired character. Press ‘ENTER’ to accept and to pass to the next field. Repeat the same procedure to change the Coordinates and Icons fields. 8.1.4 Deleting User Waypoints – Moving Map Methods A Waypoint can be deleted only if it is not being used in a Flight Plan.
8.3 DATABASE The Database functions allow the user to search for and display information stored in the data cartridges on Airports, VOR, NDB, Intersections and User Waypoints. 8.3.1 Database Menu To access the main Database menu from the Moving Map: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec + “DATABASE” + ‘ENTER’ Options are: Airports, VOR, NDB, Intersections, POI Objects, User Waypoints and File Manager. A window shows the different categories of Database items within the EKP-IV.
Pressing GOTO for and holding will redraw the moving map centered on the object. 8.3.1.2 Displaying Sunrise and Sunset Information With the Airport selected on the Database page, press ‘PAGE’ to display the Sun/Moon information for the airport. If a GPS fix is present, the information will automatically display. If no GPS fix is present, or you would like to see the information for another day, press ‘ENTER’ to activate the SUN/MOON INFO box and select the date.
9 Approach Data Procedures WARNING!!! The EKP-IV is not certified for use as the only navigation device during Instrument Flight Rules as established by the FAA. Instrument approach points displayed in the unit are for information only and do not establish authority for a pilot to fly the IFR approach procedure in actual instrument flying conditions. For IFR flight. The final “Approach Segment & Missed Approach Point” the EKP-IV is to be used strictly as a monitoring instrument only.
To change the desired approach for the airport, if one is selected > ‘MENU’ + ‘MENU’ + “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ + ‘MENU’ + “CHANGE APPROACH” - select the approach + ‘ENTER’. This will substitude the previous approach including the waypoints on the moving map for the new approach and add the new waypoints to your flight plan and the moving map. To remove desired approach > ‘MENU’ + ‘MENU’ + “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ + ‘MENU’ + “REMOVE APPROACH” + ‘ENTER’. 9.
10 Calculator The Calculator functions assist the user in preflight and in-flight calculations for Vertical Navigation, Wind and Fuel consumption. In addition, clock functions and trip data can be found in this menu. The Calculator uses GPS data and user data for computations. All Calculator functions are based on the active Flight Plan. The active Flight Plan is selected and activated on the Waypoint/Flight Plan menu (see Chapter 6). > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “CALCULATOR” + ‘ENTER’ Fig. 10 - Calculator page 10.
continue to calculate in the background of the software, even if you are not on the Calculator screen or do not display the timer data in the data fields window. The system does require a GPS fix to begin the timer, as the calculation of time is based on the GPS data. If the GPS fix is lost during this mode, the timer will display dashes in the right hand column. The time calculation will continue to work in the background. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
Flying Time: Total time when speed is greater than 35 knots. Stopped Time: Total time unit was on with a GPS fix and speed was less than 2 knots. Trip Time: Total time the unit is on regardless of GPS fix. Partial Dist: Total distance since reset. Trip Dist: Total distance traveled since reset. To Reset Partial totals to zero (all fields except trip distance): While on the Trip Computer Page, press ‘ZOOM IN’ + ‘ENTER’ to confirm action.
Fig. 10.4a - Vertical Navigation function Vertical Navigation can be activated (On) only if a Flight Plan is active (destination present). Destination point for Vertical Navigation is the last point of the Route or destination of GoTo mode. Prior to the Descent Point being reached the Distance To Go displays TO, Time To Go to Descent point and Descent Rate from the current position.
Fig. 10.5 - Wind Calculation page The EKP-IV computes wind velocity and direction from the information entered above and from the current Ground Speed,Track and Altitude, which are derived from GPS data. ETE to Waypoint is also based on GPS Ground Speed and Track. Wind information will be recomputed when the heading, air speed, air temperature or Altitude values are edited. Note The wind calculator does not correct for local barometric pressure, which may not be known accurately enroute.
Fig. 10.6 - Fuel Consumption page To set Fuel Consumption parameters use ‘ENTER’ to edit the selected field (a box appears around the active field) and use the cursor key to move between fields. Press ‘CLEAR’ to return to the Calculator Menu. If your current Ground Speed is over 20 Knots, the EKP-IV will display “Actual GS” and will not allow you to edit the value.
11 The Checklists The EKP-IV provides a checklist of standard procedures for Engine Start, Ground Check, Pre-Takeoff, Cruise in Flight and Landing. The Checklists can be customized by inserting and/or deleting aircraft procedures. Hit MENU + MENU + CHECKLISTS + ENTER + ENGINE START (or any other Checklist field) + ENTER. Press “Zoom In” to INSERT a Checklist Item. Using the Toggle Key, move up or down to select the letter desired.
completed. Press any key to accept. 11.2 GROUND CHECK > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “CHECKLISTS” + ‘ENTER’ + “GROUND CHECK” + ‘ENTER’ After pressing ‘ENTER’ select each item (Brakes/Steer, Props/Mags, Vacuum, Oil Tmp/Press, Fuel Pressure, Carb. Heat, Ammeter, Primer-Locked, Flt Controls, Lights). Press ‘ENTER’ to mark each item after checking is completed. If all the items of the list are not checked upon exit a warning message appears on the screen that states the check-list has not been completed.
12 Simulator The built-in Simulator function allows you to become proficient in the use of the EKP-IV before ever taking it into the cockpit. No current position fix is required because the EKP-IV simulates position data internally. The EKP-IV simulates flight in two ways: a straight flight path or following a selected route. The Simulator will display various altitudes during simulation mode. Fix status displayed in the GPS page during this mode is “Simulation”. 12.
All functions of the EKP-IV will work as in normal flight except for Altitude related functions. Nota As stated earlier, in the Simulation mode the EKP-IV retains full functionality. It is recommended that the Simulator be used to experiment with the full range of capabilities contained within the EKP-IV so that you may get the most out of it when used in the cockpit. 12.3 TURNING THE SIMULATOR OFF The Simulator may be turned Off and the EKP-IV returned to normal operation as follows: >‘MENU’ 1 sec.
13 The Communication The Communications Menu contains options that control the GPS data input: >‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ Fig. 13 - Communications Menu 13.1 NMEA OUTPUT The EKP-IV can be attached to external equipment that accepts GPS data input (seeChapter 15 for wiring). Once attached, the output of NMEA formatted data can be enabledin the following manner: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “NMEA OUTPUT” + ‘ENTER’ + “ON” The default setting is Off.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “WAYPOINTS UPLOAD” + ‘ENTER’ The Download Waypoint function allows the unit to send the current Waypoints to the USB port using the NMEA0183 $WPL sentence (see Appendix E): >‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “COMMUNICATIONS” + ‘ENTER’ + “WAYPOINTS DOWNLOAD” + ‘ENTER’ 13.3 FLIGHT PLAN UPLOAD/DOWNLOAD The Upload Flight Plan function allows the unit to receive a Flight Plan from the serial port using the NMEA0183 $WPL and $RTE sentences (see Appendix E): > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
14 The System Set-up Menu The System Setup Menu allows the user to change how the EKP-IV displays information. System Setup options are arranged in sub-menus. For example, all options that relate to the Fix functions are in Fix Setup sub-menu and all options related to time or date are in Date Time Setup. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ Once you are in the System Setup Menu, use the cursor key to highlight the sub-menu desired and press ‘ENTER’ to activate or to proceed to the next selection.
beeper sounds Off. The default setting is On. 14.1.2 Scale Format Selects the desired setting for display of the map scale in the Data Window field. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “GENERAL SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “SCALE FORMAT” + ‘ENTER’ The selection options are: BAR - the width of the screen is equal to the bar length times the number displayed. LEVEL - a letter associated with C-MAP’s chart cell level is displayed. WIDTH - the width of the screen is displayed.
The Vertical mode is the default in order to use the unit with the attached leg mount. The Horizontal mode can be used when the unit is placed on the panel or using one of the R-A-M mounting options. While in the Moving Map Mode : >’MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘MENU’ + “GENERAL SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “LAYOUT” + ‘ENTER’ + “VERTICAL” or “HORIZONTAL” An information screen will appear to ensure the desire is to change and to notify that the unit will restart.
14.2.4 Static Navigation A GPS-receiver can produce speed settings that are minimal when standing still. The Static Navigation sets a threshold for the speed. When the speed received from the positioning device is under 0.89 knots, the EKP-IV displays zero. The default setting is On. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FIX SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “STATIC NAVIGATION” + ‘ENTER’ 14.2.
After pressing ‘ENTER’ a box will appear with 00.00. Using the cursor key select the number desired and press ‘ENTER’. The default setting is Off (00.00). 14.3.2 XTE Alarm Range Specifies the distance your Cross Track Error (XTE) can vary before the sound of an alarm. To set this alarm: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “ALARM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “XTE ALARM RANGE” + ‘ENTER’ After pressing ‘ENTER’ a box will appear with 00. Using the cursor key select the number desired and press ‘ENTER’.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec ‘MENU; + “ALARM SETUP” Use the cursor key to select each category of airspace and turn ON/OFF the alarm for that category. The time interval set above is for all airspace selected as ON. CLASS B, CTA CLASS C, TMA TOWERS, CONTROL ZONES RESTRICTED AREAS MOA AND OTHER SUA on/off on/off on/off on/off on/off 14.3.7 Event Log The Event Log page contains information on Event as Power On, Power Off, GPS Fix Lost, and so on. For each Event, the Event name, Time and Date are shown.
point. The following options assist in getting the most track memory for your type of flying. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “TRACK SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “TRACK RECORDING STEP” + ‘ENTER’ Distance - will store a fix point at the specified interval of distance. Time - will store a fix point at the specified interval of: 5 sec, 30 sec, 1 min. Auto - this allows for the most efficient use of the memory as the software will determine when to store a fix point based on straight and curved flight paths.
Note If you are unsure what the time difference is for your area, get a position fix using the UTC format. Display the Location page and note the displayed time. Compare UTC to your local time and note the difference. Key in the difference as hours and minutes to the nearest half hour, using a negative value if you are in the western hemisphere (for example, the difference in New York is -5 hours, or -4 hours on Daylight Savings Time). 14.5.1.3 Data Format > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “UNITS SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “FUEL” + ‘ENTER’ You may select Gallons (GAL), Liters (LIT), Kilograms (KG), Pounds (LB) or British Gallons (BGAL). The default setting is Gallons. 14.5.7 Vertical Speed > ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “UNITS SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “VERTICAL SPEED” + ‘ENTER’ The Vertical Speed is used in the Vertical Navigation calculation. It can be displayed as Feet per Minute (FT/MIN) or Meters per second (M/S) or Degrees (DEG).
> ‘MENU’ 1 sec. + “SYSTEM SETUP” + ‘ENTER’ + “CLEAR USER DATA” + ‘ENTER’ After pressing ‘ENTER’ a window appears; press ‘ENTER’ to confirm deletion, or ‘CLEAR’ to abort function. The message “DONE” will appear confirming the action. 14.8 CLEAR ALL RADIALS You can delete all stored Projected Radial lines displayed on the Moving Map with this one function. > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
15 Operating Requirements The EKP-IV must be connected to a 10–35 V DC power source and the antenna requires a clear view of the sky in order to operate. Fig. 15 - I/O Connector Note The cable that ends with wires is available as an optional part. Please contact your local C-MAP office for details. 15.1 ANTENNA ASSEMBLY & PLACEMENT The antenna comes with a 5 meter cable with a SMB connector. The antenna is designed for use inside the aircraft.
15.3 DIMENSIONS Fig. 15.
15.4 INSERT / CHANGE BATTERIES Note High capacity NiMh rechargeable batteries are needed.DO NOT use non rechargeable alkaline batteries. The unit provides a ‘trickle’ charge to the batteries when the unit is plugged into external power and powered ON. In case you power the EKP with batteries, you need to recharge them later with external charger. 15.5 TROUBLESHOOTING The following is a brief guide to some of the problems you may experience while using the EKP-IV with common solutions. 15.5.
sky and that the connections have been made properly. If less than four satellites are in use, the GPS receiver may have difficulty receiving a fix. Try repositioning the antenna. A GPS fix requires a minimum of three satellites and a poor Signal Quality on one or more satellites may preclude receiving a position fix. Verify the user setting for Fix Source is listed as Internal GPS: > ‘MENU’ 1 sec.
If this does not help, you can try one additional memory clear option. This is a factory default RAM Clear that should only be tried after all other attempts have been made. When using the RAM Clear feature, you will loose all user stored information and the EKP-IV will default to factory settings. Before this step, you have the option of saving user Marks, Track history and Routes to a User Compact Flash (this is an optional purchase from your dealer). To perform a RAM Clear see Par. 15.5.1. 15.5.
Note The additional tests in the System Test Menu are intended for factory testing. Faulty findings within these menus is not necessarily a true result, as factory settings and equipment are often used during these tests. 15.6.1 RAM Menu Make sure the EKP-IV is turned Off. While pressing and holding any other key, turn the EKP-IV On. A new menu will appear on the display. Use the cursor key to select the RAM Menu and press ‘ENTER’ to select RAM Test or RAM Clear.
(or continue after pause) data displaying, ‘ENTER’ to show data in hex or ASCII mode (normal or small) and ‘CLEAR’ to exit.
16 EKP IV PRO The following features aer new for the EKP IV PRO. 16.1 Functions for the automatic creation of Search and Rescue (S.A.R) flight pattern IIn order to enter the Menu: ‘MENU’ 1sec+ “FLIGHT PLAN” + ‘ENTER’ + ‘MENU’ You may choose among three patterns: EXPANDING SQUARE, CREEPING LINE AHEAD and CIRCULAR. Using the arrow keys, select the values for each field and press ‘ENTER’ to move to the next item.
Appendix A - Terms This section explains the terms that you may find unfamiliar. ACQUISITION - Occurs when the EKP-IV locates a signal and collects data from a satellite. AIRPORT DATABASE - A series of files of airport positions (described near the geographical center of the airport and as defined by ICAO), with runways, frequencies (with sectors) and services available information. Based on the ARINC 424 - format for Jeppesen’s Database.
DATA WINDOW - Data Window is an information panel representing customized data fields. The layout of these fields depends on the screen mode. DATABASE - A collection of data that can be accessed by the user for airports, VORs, NDBs, Intersections and User Waypoints. DATUM - A method of assigning position coordinates to real-world locations. Based on an underlying ellipsoidal model of the earth and subject to other scientific assumptions. Identified by a unique name, such as WGS84 or NAD27.
any combination of letters and numbers, up to five characters in length. INT - INTERSECTION - A Waypoint defined by any combination of courses or radials between two or more navaids. Enroute and terminal intersections are part of the EKP-IV Database. KTS - KNOTS - One Knot is a unit of speed equal to one Nautical Mile per hour.
SA - SELECTIVE AVAILABILITY - The degradation of the GPS data broadcast by the SPS (Standard Positioning Service), the U.S. Government discontinued the use of SA in April 2000. SIMULATION - Enables use of the EKP-IV without a GPS fix. SM - STATUTE MILE - A distance measurement equal to 5,280 feet or 0.87 Nautical Mile. SOG - SPEED OVER GROUND - A calculation of the rate of movement over the ground. SPS - STANDARD POSITIONING SERVICE - The civilian-access signal broadcast by the GPS satellites.
ellipsoid or the arc of an ellipsoid that most closely represents the area being described. In addition, the datum is centered at a specific location (the datum origin). A datum may describe a small part of the earth, such as California or Iceland or may describe the entire earth, such as WGS84, depending on which ellipsoid or ellipsoidal arc is selected. Since datums use different ellipsoids and origins, the LAT/LON coordinates of the same position differs from one datum to another.
Fig. C - ICAO Codes for areas included in the database Fig.
ICAO CODE A1 BG BI CF CY DA DB DF DG DI DN DR DT DX EB ED EE EF EG EH EI EK EL EN EP ES ET FA FB FC FD FE FG FH FI FJ FIC FL FM FN FO FP FQ FS FT FV FW FX FZ F1 GA 90 NAME Antarctica (Aus/NZ) Greenland Iceland Miquelon Island/St Pierre Island (Canada) Canada Algeria Benin Burkina Faso Accra/Ghana Ivory Coast Nigeria Niamey/Niger Tunisia Togo Belgium Germany Estonia Finland Shanwick Oceanic/United Kingdom Netherlands Ireland Denmark/Faroe Islands Luxembourg Norway Poland Sweden Germany Bophuthatswana/Ciskei
ICAO CODE GB GC GE GF GG GL GM GO GQ GU GV HA HB HC HE HF HK HL HR HS HT HU K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 LA LB LC LE LF LG LH LI LK LL LM LO LP LQ LR LS LT LX LY LZ NAME Gambia Canary Islands Melilla Sierra Leone Guinea-Bissau Liberia/Roberts Dakhla and Laayoune/Morocco Dakar/Dakar Oceanic/Senegal Mauritania Guinea Republic Cape Verde/Sal Oceanic Ethiopia Burundi Somalia Egypt Djibouti Kenya/Nairobi Libya Rwanda Sudan Tanzania Uganda USA; Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming USA; Arizona, California, Colora
ICAO CODE NAME MB MD MG MH MK MM MN MP MR MS MT MU MW MY MZ NC NF NG NI NL NS NT NV NW NZ OA OB OE OI OJ OK OL OM OO OP OR OS OT P PA PC PG PH PJ PK PL PM PT PW QY RC RJ Caicos Islands/Turks Islands Dominican Republic Guatemala Honduras Jamaica Mexico Nicaragua Panama Costa Rica El Salvador Haiti Cuba Cayman Islands Bahamas Belize Cook Islands Fiji Islands/Tonga Kiribati/Tuvalu (S. Pacific) Niue (S.
ICAO CODE NAME RK RO RP SA SB SC SE SF SG SK SL SM SO SP SU SV SY S1 TA TB TD TF TG TI TJ TK TL TN TQ TR TT TU TV TX UA UB UE UG UH UI UK UL UM UN UO UR US UT UU UW VA VC Korea Japan Philippines Argentina Brazil Chile/Easter Island Ecuador Falkland Island Paraguay Colombia/San Andres Bolivia Suriname French Guiana Peru Uruguay Venezeula Guyana Antarctica (Argentina, Chile) Antigua Barbados Dominica Guadeloupe/Martinique Grenada Virgin Islands Puerto Rico St.
ICAO CODE NAME VD VE VG VH VI VL VM VN VO VQ VR VT VV VY WA WB WI WM WP WR WS YB YD YG YM YN YP YS YY ZB ZG ZH ZK ZL ZM ZP ZS ZU ZW ZY Kampuchea India Bangladesh Hong Kong India Laos Macau Nepal India Bhutan Maldives Thailand Vietnam Myanmar Indonesia Brunei/Malaysia Indonesia Malaysia Indonesia Indonesia Singapore Australia Australia Solomon Islands Australia Nauru (South Pacific) Australia Australia Papua/New Guinea China, Peoples Republic of China, Peoples Republic of China, Peoples Republic of Korea,
SUB-CONTINENTAL These Compact Flashs combine Jeppesen Navdata and land cartography for those customers traveling outside The Americas to provide users with worldwide coverage. NAVDATA UPDATES AvMap supplies the file including the aeronautical data file. The Jeppesen cycle is released every 28 days. Contact info@avmap.it for more information about availability and payment conditions. Appendix E - C-MAP DATA TRANSFER The bi-directional data port outputs and inputs NMEA Data.
