Installation guide
Autopilot Servo Installation, Configuration, and Calibration
SkyView System Installation Guide - Revision R 10-3
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Dynon will continue to develop kits and installation instructions for more aircraft based on
demand. It is also expected that aircraft manufacturers will develop their own mounting kits for
Dynon servos or offer the Dynon AP as a factory option. If Dynon does not currently offer a
mounting kit for your particular aircraft, and you would be inclined to assist in developing a kit
and documentation, please send an introductory email message about your interest to
betatest@dynonavionics.com.
Servo Mechanical Installation
Dynon Avionics has researched suitable mounting points for a number of popular aircraft and
offers mounting kits and instructions for them. If you have purchased one of these kits, use the
instructions included with it as your primary guide; the following mechanical installation
information is more general in nature. If you have purchased cable-drive capstan servos (SV32C
or SV42C), refer to the documentation that came with the included Capstan Accessory Kit
(101116-000).
For installing Dynon Avionics servos in aircraft for which Dynon does not offer kits, we offer a
Generic Servo Installation Kit (101020-000) of basic parts and basic installation instructions. The
generic servo push-pull mounting kit includes some of the hardware to mount a servo and
connect to the aircraft controls, but requires the installer to fabricate mounting brackets. This
kit can be used in either pitch or roll applications that use a servo with an output arm (not
suitable for use with pulley/cable servos). Some additional fasteners (not supplied by Dynon)
and brackets will be required depending on the installation method chosen.
Neglecting to properly install and/or use Dynon Avionics AP hardware can result in
failures which could cause loss of aircraft control resulting in aircraft damage,
personal injury, or death. If there are any questions on the part of the installer it is
mandatory to resolve these questions prior to flight.
When installing the servo, you must first determine a mount location for proper interaction
with the existing control system. The mounting point that is chosen must allow the servo arm
and associated linkage to move freely through the entire range of travel. To prevent the
possibility of the servo arm going OVER CENTER, the servo arm must not travel more than a
total of +/-60° from neutral position. When the aircraft controls are centered, the arm of the
servo should be perpendicular to the attaching push rod. If this is not the case, we recommend
adjusting the length of the push rod or consider a different mounting point. For maximum
efficiency and the lightest drag on the flight controls, you should choose the smallest servo that