MGL Avionics XTreme EMS Operating & Installation Manual

XTreme - EMS
Universal Engine Monitor
Operating Manual – English 2.02
Introduction
The XTreme-EMS is a compact universal engine monitor. The XTreme-EMS, which fits a standard 3 1/8” instrument
panel hole, contains all the necessary functionality to replace several engine monitoring instruments.
All information is displayed in an easy to read format on a high resolution wide viewing angle 4.3” 1000cd/m2 sunlight
readable color display.
All engine sensors are connected to a RDAC (Remote data acquisition unit) which is normally mounted behind the firewall
of the aircraft and then just a simple CAN communication link is necessary to connect the XTreme-EMS to the RDAC.
The XTreme-EMS light weight, small size and high level of functionality makes it an excellent choice for all types of noncertified aircraft.
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1 Features
Engine Monitoring:
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1x Engine RPM display
1x Rotor RPM display (MGL Avionics RDAC-XF / MAP required)
1x Manifold pressure display (MGL Avionics RDAC-XF MAP required)
1x Oil pressure display
1x Oil temperature display
2x Auxiliary analog channel displays (Pressure,Temperature or Current)
12 Channel EGT/CHT display
2x Fuel Flow displays (Dual fuel flow requires the RDAC-XF / MAP)
2x Fuel Level displays
1x Fuel pressure display (MGL Avionics RDAC-XF / MAP required)
1x Current input (MGL Avionics RDAC-XF / MAP required)
Special Rotax 912/914 engine monitor mode utilizing the standard built in Rotax NTC CHT probes
Special Rotax 912IS mode (MGL Avionics RDAC CAN required)
Programmable maintenance timer for scheduled routine engine maintenance
User settable Hobbs meter (password protected)
Fuel range / endurance calculated from GPS ground speed. (Requires external RS232 GPS receiver)
Supply Voltage display
OAT (Outside Air Temperature) display
Engine leaning feature
Stopwatch timer
Automatic / Manual flight timer
RTC (Real Time Clock)
CO Monitor. (CO Guardian CO detector required)
The engine display screen is automatically configured to optimize screen space depending on what
engine parameters has been selected
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Powerful 32 bit ARM processor
4.3” high resolution 480x272, sunlight readable, wide viewing angle, 1000cd/m2 TFT LCD display
LED backlight (brightness can be adjusted for low light flying conditions)
Fits standard 3 1/8” aircraft instrument panel hole
SD Card interface for data recording, user splash screens, checklists, graphic information pages, firmware
upgrades etc
2x RS232 communication ports (CO Monitor/External GPS receiver)
1x CAN communication port (RDAC-XF / MAP interface)
Rotary control plus 5 independent buttons for easy menu navigation and user input
External alarm switch output for an external indicator lamp etc
Support for an external GPS receiver
Support for an external CO Monitor device
Built in RTC (Real Time Clock)
Wide input supply voltage range of 8 to 30V DC
Built in voltage reversal and over voltage protection for harsh electrical environments
Light weight design
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General:
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Records maximum and minimum values of most displayed values
Built in black box recorder – records all engine data and GPS data to SD card. Data can be exported to
Google Earth, Microsoft Excel, etc.
Includes a 100 entry automatic flight log (Records start date&time, flight time, pilot number, Hobbs time
and maintenance time)
User configurable start up (Splash) screen
Unlimited configurable checklists
Unlimited configurable graphic information displays
Automatic or manual local magnetic variation
Dual menu system for quick item selection and user setups
Sunrise/Sunset calculator
Firmware upgrades via SD Card
1 year limited warranty
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2 XTreme-EMS Layout
4.3” high resolution (480x2720,
Sunlight readable, wide viewing
Angle, 1000cd/m2 LCD display
2.1 Front layout
Rotary control. Press
to access the quick
select menus and main
menu
SD card slot
Press for the previous
display screen
Soft keys
Press to advance to the
next display screen
2.2 Rear layout
Fits into a standard
3 1/8” instrument
Panel hole
D15 Input connector
(Power, Communications,
OAT probe and alarm output )
Metric M4 Mounting Bolts
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3 Display Screens
Press the left or right most soft keys to cycle through the display screens.
EMS DISPLAY
GPS DISPLAY (External GPS receiver required)
CHECKLIST/INFO DISPLAY
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3.1 EMS Display
3.1.1 Information bar
FLIGHT:
The flight time is automatically reset to zero when a new flight is started (manual or automatic flight detection). The “:” will
flash when a flight is active. The flight timer can be started in the quick select menu (Manual flight mode).
LOCAL:
Local time normally includes an offset from Zulu time. The time offset can be setup in the “TIMERS SETUP” menu.
TIMER:
The Timer can be configured in the quick select menu.
HOBBS:
The XTreme-EMS contains a password protected Hobbs timer. The Hobbs time can be set to the current known engine
time in the “TIMERS SETUP” menu. The Hobbs timer will only increment when the RPM is greater then the “HOBBS
MINIMUM RPM”.
MAINT (Maintenance Timer):
This timer is set in engine hours and it will count down to zero when the engine RPM is greater then the “HOBBS
MINIMUM RPM” value as set in the “TIMERS SETUP”. A good use for this function is to set the hours until your next
spark plug change or engine inspection.
The purpose of this function is to assist you in determining remaining hours until maintenance will be required. It is not
intended as a replacement for the aircraft's maintenance log. It is therefore important that the aircraft's maintenance log
be maintained in the normal manner. You should further use your own discretion in performing maintenance earlier than
indicated should any aircraft performance problems arise.
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A maximum of 999 hours can be entered as a maintenance interval. A
reminder message will appear on startup when zero hours are
remaining. The reminder message will automatically disappear after 10
seconds or if the pilot presses any key. Engine running time for the
purpose of the maintenance timer is defined as the run time where the engine RPM is greater than the “HOBBS
MINIMUM RPM” value as set in the “TIMERS SETUP”.
CO (PPM):
This value is the carbon monoxide PPM value from the CO Monitor Detector (CO Guardian detector required).
3.1.2 RPM / Rotor / MAP display section
The RPM/Rotor/MAP section will maximize the space according to which parameter RPM/Rotor/MAP is enabled. The
RPM,Rotor and MAP parameters can be configured in the “EMS SETUP” menu.
RPM, Rotor and MAP enabled.
RPM and MAP enabled.
RPM only enabled
MAP only enabled
3.1.3 Volts, OAT, Oil Temperature/Pressure, Current and Auxiliary Analog section
This section displays the supply voltage, OAT, oil temperature, oil pressure, as
well as the 2 auxiliary analog channels. The oil temperature/pressure as well as
the 2 auxiliary analog channels can be configured in the “EMS SETUP” menu.
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3.1.4 Fuel display section
The XTreme-EMS supports dual fuel flow, dual fuel levels and a single fuel pressure. The fuel section will automatically
try and maximize the display area according to the fuel parameters selected. The fuel parameters can be configured in
the “FUEL SETUP” menu.
3.1.4.1 Single fuel flow and calculated tank level (single tank)
Single fuel flow and fuel level sender (single tank)
Differential fuel flow and calculated tank level (single tank)
Differential fuel flow and fuel level sender (single tank)
Summed fuel flow and calculated tank level (single tank)
Summed fuel flow and fuel level sender (single tank)
3.1.4.2 Dual fuel flow and calculated tank levels (dual tank)
Dual fuel flow and dual fuel level senders (dual tank)
3.1.4.3 Single fuel flow and dual fuel level senders (dual tank)
Single fuel flow, single fuel level sender, single calculated tank
Differential fuel flow and dual fuel level senders (dual tank)
Differential flow, single fuel level sender, single calculated tank
Summed fuel flow and dual fuel level senders (dual tank)
Summed fuel flow, single fuel level sender, single calculated tank
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3.1.4.4 Single/Differential/Summed fuel flow, single fuel level sender, single calculated tank
These modes are nice for multiple fuel tanks whereby one or more tanks are difficult to insert level senders in. Potential
problems such as those listed below can easily be diagnosed by doing side by side comparisons between a calculated
and physical tank.
• Leaks in the fuel system
• Uneven drain of interconnected tanks
• Malfunction of the level sender
• Malfunction of the flow sender
3.1.4.5 Single fuel flow only indicator
This mode is displayed if either fuel flow 1 or fuel flow 2 is selected and no fuel level senders are selected.
3.1.4.6 Dual fuel flow indicator
This mode is displayed if both fuel flow 1 and fuel flow 2 is selected and the fuel mode is selected for dual flow. Both fuel
level senders are disabled.
3.1.4.7 Single tank level indicator
This mode is displayed if either fuel level 1 or fuel level 2 is selected. Both fuel flow senders are disabled.
3.1.4.8 Dual tank level indicator
This mode is displayed if both fuel level 1 and fuel level 2 is selected. Both fuel flow senders are disabled.
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3.1.4.9 Differential/Summed fuel flow
This mode is displayed if both fuel flow 1 and fuel flow 2 is selected and the fuel mode is selected for either differential
or summed.
3.1.4.10 Calculated Fuel Tanks
Calculated fuel tanks will have the text “CALC” in the fuel bar to indicate that the fuel level is calculated from fuel flow and
that it is not a physical measure of the fuel tank.
3.1.4.11 Fuel Pressure
The fuel pressure bar will be displayed when the fuel pressure has been enabled in the menu system. The below picture
illustrates a single physical fuel tank, with a single flow and fuel pressure enabled.
3.1.4.12 Speed, Range and GPS Fix Status
The speed value will change color depending on the source of the information:
White: The XTreme-EMS is using the cruising speed for the range calculation
Magenta: The XTreme-EMS is using the GPS ground speed for the range calculation
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3.1.5 EGT/CHT display section
The XTreme supports up to 12 thermocouples for EGTs/CHTs. The EGT/CHT section will automatically try and maximize
the display area according to the number of EGTs/CHTs selected. The EGT/CHT parameters can be configured in the
“EGT SETUP” and “CHT SETUP” menu.
The EGT/CHT number will highlight to the indicated the temperature value if “HIGHEST” is selected. The EGT highlight
color is magenta, and the CHT color is cyan.
Maximum temperature
reached indicator
High Alarm
High Caution
Temperature unit
EGT group indicator
Indicates highest value if
“HIGHEST” is selected or
the highlighted bar value
if “SCANNING” is selected
CHT group indicator
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3.2 EMS Quick Select Menu System
Press the rotary control when the EMS screen is displayed to access the EMS quick select
menu.
START FLIGHT:
Select this option to manually start/stop a flight. This menu option is only shown if the XTreme-EMS is setup to select the
manual flight option under the “FLIGHT LOG” setup menu. The ':' will flash to indicate that a valid flight is in progress.
FUEL REFILL:
Select this menu option to refill a calculated fuel tank.
Press the “FULL” soft key for a quick fill to the full
reading in the tank setup menu. Press the “EXIT”
soft key when done.
CRUISE SPEED:
Select this menu option to enter your average cruising
speed. If there is no GPS fix or no airtalk airspeed data
available then the Xtreme-EMS will use the average
cruising speed to calculate fuel range. It is advisable to
enter your average cruising speed irrespective if you are
using an external GPS receiver or not. If the GPS signal
is lost during flight then the Xtreme-EMS automatically
defaults to this value.
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LEAN MODE:
EGT information is also very useful for fuel mixture control. As the fuel mixture is leaned, so the exhaust gasses get
hotter. This rise in temperature is a sign of increased combustion efficiency as the optimum mixture setting is approached.
If the leaning progresses past a certain point however, the temperature will begin to drop. This temperature drop is the
result of reduced energy output from the diminished fuel flow. The best operating mixture for aircraft engines is in the
vicinity of this peak EGT reading. The XTreme-EMS has a special Leaning mode, which easily identifies the peak EGT
condition allowing you to adjust your fuel mixture for best performance. Fuel mixture should be adjusted once you have
decided on a suitable cruise power setting (typically 70%). Once leaning mode has been enabled, the "LEAN MODE"
label is displayed at the bottom left of the EMS display to clearly differentiate it from the normal operating mode. As the
fuel mixture is slowly leaned past the point at which the temperature begins to drop (by more than 10°C/15°F), the
absolute EGT temperatures will change to show the EGT reading relative to this peak. The sequential order as each
cylinder peaks is also shown as numeric text under the cylinder. Leaning mode can be canceled by pressing the soft key
to “OFF” or by changing the display screen.
EGT Reading relative
to first peaked cylinder
EGT Temperature
while leaning
Lean mode indictor
2nd cylinder to peak
1st cylinder to peak
CRUISE MODE:
Once cruise mode has been enabled, the "CRUISE MODE" label is displayed at
the bottom of the EMS display to clearly differentiate it from the normal operating
mode. All EGT and CHT readings are immediately sampled as reference
temperatures for the cruise. The display then shows EGT and CHT values
relative to this reference temperature. Cruise mode can be canceled by pressing
the soft key to “OFF”.
FUEL TOTALS:
Select this menu option to display the fuel totals. Press
the “RESET” soft key to reset the totalisers to zero.
Press the “EXIT” soft key when done.
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TIMER:
Select this menu option to configure the timer. Use the
rotary control to adjust the timers reset value. Press the
“UP/DOWN” soft key to select whether the timer must
count up or down, the “START/STOP” soft key to
start or stop the timer and the “ON/OFF” soft key to
enable or disable the timer.
MIN/MAX:
Select this menu option to display the maximum and
minimum captured values. Press the “RESET” soft key
to reset the min/max values to the current values.
BACKLIGHT:
Select this menu option to adjust the backlight brightness level. This may be desirable
during low light flying conditions. Use the rotary control to adjust the brightness level.
MENU:
Select this menu option to enter the main menu system.
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3.3 GPS Display (External RS232 GPS receiver required)
The GPS page show the GPS information in an easy to read format. Sunrise/sunset times as well as the magnetic
variation is shown.
3.4 GPS Quick Select Menu System
Press the rotary control when the GPS screen is shown to access the GPS quick select menu.
BACKLIGHT:
Select this menu option to adjust the backlight brightness level. This may be desirable
during low light flying conditions. Use the rotary control to adjust the brightness level.
MENU:
Select this menu option to enter the main menu system.
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3.5 Information/Checklist Display
The Information / Checklist page shows checklists and graphic information pages which are loadable from the SD card.
The last checklist or graphic information page is automatically loaded as startup.
3.5.1 Graphic information pages
The graphic information page allows you to display any type of image on the XTremes high resolution graphics display.
Creating your own graphic information pages
You will need:
·A bitmap picture of your choice (*.BMP, 480x272 pixel resolution)
·The Enigma BMP to MIF converter tool (can be downloaded free of charge from http://www.mglavionics.co.za or can be
found on the XTreme-EMS distribution SD card).
The Enigma BMP to MIF program is used to convert images in Windows BMP format to Enigma MIF format. You can use
this program to make your own startup screen (Splash screen) and graphic information pages. The color depth is limited
to Enigmas 256 colors.
Run the Enigma BMP image to MIF format converter program.
Load an image file (and remember the location), select the resolution as width (480) and height (272) and press the
process button. The new MIF image will be located in the same directory as the source (.BMP) file. Copy the created file
(.MIF extension) to the Infopage directory on the SD card.
The graphic information file can then be loaded by pressing the rotary
control and selecting “INFO PAGES”. A window containing all the files
with the .MIF extension is shown. Select the desired information page.
The number of information pages that can be stored and displayed
depends on the size of the SD card.
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3.5.2 Checklists
A checklist file is simply a text file created in a word processing program and saved with a .ECL extension. The name of
the file does not matter but we suggest calling it something familiar so you can easily identify it. The length of each text
line must not be more then 60 characters and must be terminated with an Enter (CR). The line will automatically be
truncated at the end of the right hand side of the screen. Each checklist file must not be more then 30 lines.
Copy the created file (.ECL extension) to the checklst directory on the
SD card when you are complete. The checklist file can be loaded by
pressing the rotary control and selecting “CHECKLISTS”. A window
containing all the files with the .ECL extension will shown. Select the
checklist you require. The number of checklists that can be stored and
displayed depends on the size of the SD card.
3.6 Information/Checklist Quick Select Menu System
Press the rotary control when the Info/Checklist screen is shown to access the Info/checklist
quick select menu.
INFO PAGES:
This menu option selects a graphic information page to display. A window will open displaying all the files with the .MIF
extension in the Infopage directory on the SD card. Press the rotary control over the file you wish to load as a graphic
information page.
CHECKLISTS:
This menu option selects a checklist to display. A window will open displaying all the files with the .XCL extension in the
Checklst directory on the SD card. Press the rotary control over the file you wish to load as a checklist.
BACKLIGHT:
Select this menu option to adjust the backlight brightness level. This may be desirable
during low light flying conditions. Use the rotary control to adjust the brightness level.
MENU:
Select this menu option to enter the main menu system.
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4 Main Menu System
To access the main menu system, press the rotary control knob, scroll down to the “MENU”
option and press the rotary control knob again. Use the rotary control to navigate the menu
system.
4.1 Menu Sub-Bar
Use the menu sub-bar for quick menu navigation. Select the soft key directly under the text to activate the softkey
function. Some soft keys have a x1, x10, x100, x1000 assigned to them. This allows for faster incrementing and
decrementing of the menu settings.
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4.2 Flight Log
NOTE: The Flight log is stored in RAM until a valid flight has been completed. If the power is turned off to the
XTreme-EMS before the flight has ended then the flight information will be lost.
EXPORT FLIGHT LOG TO SD CARD (.CSV FILE):
Use this function to export the current flight logs stored in the XTreme-EMS to a SD card. The exported filename is called
XTFLIGHT.CSV. The exported flight log is exported in a CSV (Comma Separated Variable) file format and can be
imported into programs such as Microsoft Excel and Open Office.
VIEW FLIGHT LOG:
This allows the pilot to view the last 1000 recorded flights.
ERASE FLIGHT LOG:
Use this function to erase the current flight log stored in the XTreme-EMS.
PILOT NUMBER:
Select a pilot number under which the next flights will be logged. Every flight entry in the flight log has a pilot number
associated to it.
FLIGHT DETECT:
Select if you want the flight log to automatically “AUTOMATIC” start or if you want to manually “MANUAL” start and stop
it.
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The XTreme uses the following algorithm to determine if a flight is in progress (“AUTOMATIC” mode): If the ground speed
is greater than the preset “FLIGHT DETECT MIN GROUND SPEED” value or the RPM is greater than the preset
“FLIGHT DETECT MINIMUM RPM” value for a duration of 60 seconds or more, a flight is started with a logbook entry.
The flight ends if ground speed or RPM falls below the preset value for 30 seconds.
The above algorithm ensures that touch-and-goes will not result in the end of a flight and a logbook entry.
FLIGHT DETECT MINIMUM RPM: (Automatic mode only)
Enter the minimum RPM threshold that will start a new flight log entry.
FLIGHT DETECT MINIMUM GROUND SPEED: (Automatic mode only, External GPS Required)
Enter the minimum ground speed threshold that will start a new flight log entry.
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4.3.1 RPM Setup
RPM DISPLAY:
Select if you want the RPM to be displayed in “RPM” or “PERCENT” .If you do not want any RPM information then set this
parameter to "OFF". If the rotor RPM is set to "RPM" or "PERECENT" then the engine RPM display will automatically be
enabled.
RPM 100% DISPLAY:
Select the maximum value that you want the RPM to correlate to 100%.
RPM DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum RPM that you want the RPM dial to show. This can give you increased display resolution.
RPM DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum RPM that you want the RPM dial to show. This can give you increased display resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the RPM high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the RPM threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any RPM value above this value will activate the
alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the RPM value for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the RPM value for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the RPM low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the RPM threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any RPM value below this value will activate the
alarm.
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PULSES/REV:
Enter the number of pulses per RPM. For engines with an uneven number of cylinders like three cylinder four stroke
engines you can enter values containing fractions (usually 1.5 in this example). Most four stroke engines would generate
one pulse for every two revolutions per cylinder. A four cylinder automotive four stroke engine would thus generate 2
pulses per revolution. A typical Rotax DCDI two stroke engine would generate 6 pulses per revolution. The well known
Rotax 912/914 engine generates one pulse per revolution.
RPM RESOLUTION:
Select the step size between successive RPM values eg. if the RPM value is 4003 RPM and the “RPM RESOLUTION” is
5 then the actual value shown is 4005 RPM.
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4.3.2 Rotor Setup
ROTOR DISPLAY:
Select if you want the rotor RPM to be displayed in “RPM” or “PERCENT” .If you do not want any rotor RPM information
then set this parameter to off. If the rotor RPM is set to "RPM" or "PERECENT" then the engine RPM display will
automatically be enabled.
ROTOR 100% DISPLAY:
Select the maximum value that you want the rotor RPM to correlate to 100%.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the Rotor RPM high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the Rotor RPM threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any Rotor RPM value above this value will
activate the alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the Rotor RPM value for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the Rotor RPM value for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the Rotor low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the Rotor RPM threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any Rotor RPM value below this value will
activate the alarm.
PULSES/REV:
Enter the number of pulses per rotor RPM.
ROTOR RESOLUTION:
Select the step size between successive Rotor RPM values eg. if the Rotor RPM value is 403 RPM and the “ROTOR
RESOLUTION” is 5 then the actual value shown is 405 RPM.
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4.3.3 EGT/CHT Setup
EGT/CHT CHANNELS:
Select the number of EGT or CHT channels you want to use. Choices are from 1 to 12. The temperature display will
configure itself to make best possible use of the available display size. Please note that the minimum number of EGT &
CHT channels that can be displayed is 1 and the maximum number of EGT and CHT channels that can be displayed is
12.
EGT/CHT DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum temperature that you want the EGT/CHT bargraph to show. This can give you increased display
resolution.
EGT/CHT DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum temperature that you want the EGT/CHT bargraph to show. This can give you increased display
resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the EGT/CHT high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the temperature threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any temperature above this value will activate
the alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the temperature value for the high caution.
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PROBE:
Select if you are using a K-type, J-type or E-type thermocouple probe for the EGT/CHT group. All probes supplied by
MGL Avionics are K-Type. J-types are sometimes used with American made CHT probes. All EGT probes are K-type. Etype probes are seldom used.
TEMPERATURE UNIT:
Select whether you want the EGT/CHT temperature to be displayed in degrees Celsius (ºC) or degrees Fahrenheit (ºF).
MODE:
A selection between “HIGHEST” or “SCANNING” can be selected. If “HIGHEST“ is selected then the current highest
thermocouple temperature is displayed. If “SCANNING” is selected then the unit will cycle through each thermocouple at
the time specified in “SCAN TIME”.
SCAN TIME:
Specify the time that each of the channels must be displayed for. This menu option is only shown if “SCANNING” is
selected for the display mode.
4.3.3.1 Special Rotax 912/914 probe mode
In this mode the RDAC AUX 1 and AUX 2 analog input channels become the Rotax CHT channel 1 and CHT channel 2
respectively. All CHT setups must still be done under the “CHT SETUP” menu. The sender selection for the “AUX 1” and
“AUX 2” must be set for “OFF”. A probe type of “NTC” must be selected for the probe setting in the “CHT SETUP” menu.
The reason for using the NTC inputs is that the sensors Rotax use are standard NTC temperature probes and not of a
thermocouple type.
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4.3.4 Fuel Setup
UNIT:
Select your desired units for distance and fuel quantity. The following options are available:
L/sm: Liters and statute miles
G/sm: U.S. Gallons and statute miles
L/nm: Liters and nautical miles
G/nm: U.S. Gallons and nautical miles
L/km: Liters and kilometer
G/km: U.S. Gallons and kilometers
SPEED:
Select which speed will be used for fuel range/endurance based calulations. You can select beteween "MANUALCRUISE SPEED" which allows you to enter your average cruising speed manually or "GPS-GROUND SPEED". If a 2D or
3D GPS is not obtained and "GPS-GROUND SPEED" is selected then the XTreme-EMS will default to using the manual
cruising speed for the fuel range/endurance calculations.
FLOW 1/2:
This enables or disables the Flow 1/2 display on the EFIS and MFD displays.
KFACTOR 1/2:
The K-Factor is the number of pulses generated by the fuel flow sender for one liter of fuel. The dual range fuel flow
sender supplied by MGL Avionics has a K-Factor of 7000 in the low flow mode (jet installed) and 1330 for the high flow
mode (no jet installed). The Flowscan 201A-6 has a K-Factor of 8454. You can use the K-Factor to calibrate your fuel flow
sender. See the RDAC manual for more details on how to calibrate and install the fuel flow sender.
MODE:
Select if you want to measure fuel flow using a fuel flow sender or by using fuel injectors.
FLOW MODE:
If both fuel flow senders are selected then select if they are operating on individual fuel tanks (dual) or if they are
operating in a supply/return type fuel system (differential).
TANK 1/2 SETUP:
Select this menu item to setup the fuel level for fuel tank 1/2. See below for more details.
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Fuel level setup. (Only tank 1 setup is shown, follow the same steps for tank 2 setup)
TANK 1/2:
Select if the fuel tank has a physical fuel level sender connected to it or if the Xtreme must use a calculation based virtual
fuel tank. If you do not want any fuel level information then set this parameter to off.
TANK SIZE:
Enter the size of the fuel tank in your system. It is recommended to choose a size that is slightly less than the actual size
so you can compensate for sender inaccuracies and give you a measure of reserve fuel.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the fuel level low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter your desired minimum fuel value that you would like to trigger the fuel low alarm.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the fuel level value for the low fuel caution.
CALIBRATE TANK:
The fuel level sender needs to be calibrated before it can be used with this system. The calibration allows the system to
learn the shape of your tank as well as any errors your fuel level sender or installation has.
Regardless of your use of a fuel flow sender, you can install a fuel level sender into your fuel tank. These level senders
are inexpensive and are available as after market replacement fittings from a car spares outlet. We recommend the
senders available from VDO.
Be aware that some makes of cheap level senders can prove troublesome, as the lever arms tend to be sticky. This
prevents the floats from floating on the surface of the fuel at all times. As a consequence, this will lead to incorrect fuel
level indication.
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Adjusting calibration points automatically
Select “SENDER” for the “MODE” menu item. Once you have installed a fuel level sender into your tank, make sure the
float can travel all the way from empty to full position without hindrance of any kind. The calibration procedure should be
carried out with your aircraft in flight attitude. This means you need to lift the tail if you have a tail-dragger or lift the nose
wheel if you have a weightshift trike.
Calibration procedure
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Start the calibration procedure with an empty tank.
Add five liters of fuel (our reserve quantity) using a suitable measure. Make sure the measure is suitably
accurate. This is now the “level sender reading at 0 Lt” position. Move the highlight to this position and wait until
the sender reading has stabilized (You will see the sender reading at the top line). This could take up to a minute
so have patience.
ENSURE THAT THE FLOAT IS NOT SUBMERGED AND IS FLOATING ON TOP OF THE FUEL LEVEL.
Should this number not react to changes of your level sender position, then you have a problem. Please check
your wiring according to the installation section of this manual. You should expect the number to change in the
region of at least 20 to 60 counts per calibration position. If the number does not change with fuel level or only
changes a very small amount – check your installation. Something is not right!
• If you see the number changing then everything is well. Once it has stabilized and the highlight is on the 0 L
position, press the rotary control to transfer the reading from the sender to the calibration point.
• Now you are ready for the next step. Add the required amount of fuel to get to the next level (In our case 9 Lt –
this is 20% tank capacity). Once done, wait for the reading to stabilize and press the rotary control again after you
have moved the highlight to the “9 L” position.
• Proceed in a similar manner until you have reached the last calibration position at 100% tank capacity.
You are done!
The instrument uses the 6 calibration points to work out a correction curve that takes into account the tolerances of your
fuel level sender and the shape of your fuel tank. This results in an incredibly accurate and usable fuel level display that
far exceeds that available from ordinary dial type gauges.
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Adjusting calibration points manually
You may want to set individual calibration points manually. For example you may find that your fuel level is over
reading at a specific fuel level. Correcting the tank level reading for this area can be simply done by adjusting the
calibration point. You can do this by moving the float level with your hands to the desired position and then performing the
calibration as outlined above, or you can use the manual option.
Select “MANUAL” for the “MODE” menu item. Then highlight the point you want to change manually and press the rotary
control. Use the rotary control to adjust the value. Press the rotary control when done.
Note: The calibration positions may be edited by using the rotary control. This allows you, in theory, to copy calibration
settings from one instrument to another. We however recommend that you do go though the calibration procedure even if
the two aircraft are identical in all respects. Tolerances do exist and the calibration cancels these out. Accurate fuel level
displays are a vital safety factor for an aircraft and a very useful feature for peace of mind during cross county flights.
Notes on Slope error
Sender value is a value determined by the XTreme. It
is used to calculate fuel level, fuel endurance
estimate and current range estimate. The fuel tank
setup sender value can either increase in value as
fuel is added or decrease in value if fuel is added.
This is dependent on the type of fuel level sender
used. However should the second reading be larger
than the first reading all readings will have to be
larger than the previous readings. Likewise should
the second reading be smaller than the first reading
all readings will have to be smaller than the
previous reading.
If this is not the case the wording "SLOPE ERROR" will be displayed. This could happen when fuel was removed instead
of added between steps, no fuel was added between steps or when the fuel level sender was moved in the wrong
direction e.g. moving the fuel level sender manually when it is not inserted in to the fuel tank. Determine the cause of the
error if you should get a slope error message. If you do not know the cause of your error it is best to start from scratch. It
should be remembered that accuracy in the fuel tank calibration is extremely important to enable your XTreme to display
the correct data.
TANK FILTER:
Select the damping factor for the fuel level. A selection of "NONE", "LOW", "MED" or "HIGH" can be made.
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FUEL PRESSURE SETUP: (MGL Avionics RDAC-XF / MAP Required)
Select this menu item to setup the fuel pressure input.
FUEL PRESSURE DISPLAY:
This enables or disables the fuel pressure display on the EMS display screen
TYPE:
Select if you are using a resistive, 4-20mA or 0-5V output pressure sender.
If the “RESISTIVE” pressure sender is selected
SENDER:
Select what type of resistive pressure sender you are using. Select “VDO” for VDO / resistive senders, “USER” for a
custom sender.
MODEL:
Select which VDO pressure sender you are using. A selection between a VDO 2, 5 or 10 Bar can be selected.
If the “0-5V” pressure sender is selected
SENDER:
Select the type of 0-5V sender used. Select “UMA” for UMA senders of “USER” for a custom 0-5V sender.
MODEL:
For UMA senders select the UMA model number.
If the “4-20mA” pressure sender is selected
SENDER:
Select the type of 4-20mA sender used. Select “ROTAX” for Rotax 912/914 4-20mA sender or “USER” for a custom 420mA sender.
PRESSURE @ 4mA:
Enter the pressure specified at 4mA output.
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PRESSURE @ 20mA:
Enter the pressure specified at 20mA output.
If the “USER" pressure sender is selected
CALIBRATE SENDER:
If the sender type is set to “USER”, then use this menu option to calibrate your pressure sender. See section 4.4.9 for
more information.
Menu options for all sender types
PRESSURE UNIT:
Select whether you want to display the pressure in Bar, PSI or PSI(0.1). The PSI(0.1) is for low range pressure senders
e.g. UMA 7PSI.
DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum pressure that you want the oil pressure bargraph to show. This can give you increased display
resolution.
DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum pressure that you want the oil pressure bargraph to . This can give you increased display resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the pressure high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the pressure threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any pressure above this value will activate the
alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the pressure value for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the pressure value for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the pressure low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the pressure threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any pressure below this value will activate the
alarm.
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4.3.5 Manifold Setup (MGL Avionics RDAC-XF MAP required)
MAP DISPLAY:
This enables or disables the manifold pressure display on the EMS displays screens
MAP UNIT:
Select if you want the manifold pressure displayed in mB (millibars) or “Hg (inches of mercury).
MAP DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum pressure that you want the manifold bargraph in the EMS displays to show. This can give you
increased display resolution.
MAP DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum pressure that you want the manifold bargraph in the EMS display to show. This can give you
increased display resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the manifold pressure high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the pressure threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any pressure above this value will activate the
alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the pressure value for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the pressure value for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the manifold pressure low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the pressure threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any pressure below this value will activate the
alarm.
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FILTER:
This function can be used to select the signal filter time constant. Selections are "NONE", “FAST” or “SLOW”. This
selection influences the rate at which your manifold pressure can change its reading.
MAP CALIBRATION FACTOR:
The sender in the RDAC is shipped uncalibrated. To calibrate the manifold pressure, compare and adjust the calibration
factor until the manifold reading is the same as the pressure value in brackets. The pressure value in brackets is the
barometer reading built into the Xtreme. The manifold pressure can only be calibrated in mB.
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4.3.6 Oil Temperature Setup
OIL TEMPERATURE DISPLAY:
This enables or disables the oil temperature display on the EMS displays screens
SENDER:
Select what type of sender you are using. Select “VDO” for a VDO resistive sender, “WESTACH” for Westach thermistor
type senders, “MGL” for a MGL NTC resistive temperature sender, “LM335” for a MGL precision temperature sender or
“USER” for a custom sender. The XTreme has a built in linearization curve for a standard 50ºC to 150ºC VDO resistive
sender, Westach senders and the MGL NTC resistive sender.
If the sender type is set to “USER"
CALIBRATE SENDER:
If the sender type is set to “USER”, then use this menu option to calibrate your temperature sender. See section 4.4.9 for
more information.
If the sender type is set to “LM335"
LM335:
If the sender type is set to LM335, then use this menu option to calibrate your LM335 precision temperature sender. If
recalibration is required then adjust the value using the rotary control until the temperature matches the reference ambient
temperature. Please note that the LM335 can only be calibrated in degrees Celsius irrespective if the XTreme is setup to
display temperature in Fahrenheit.
Menu options for all sender types
TEMPERATURE UNIT:
Select whether you want the temperature to be displayed in degrees Celsius (ºC) or in degrees Fahrenheit (ºF).
DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum temperature that you want the oil temperature bargraph to show. This can give you increased
display resolution.
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DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum temperature that you want the oil temperature bargraph to show. This can give you increased display
resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the temperature high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the temperature threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any temperature above this value will activate
the alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the temperature value for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the temperature value for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the oil temperature low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the temperature threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any temperature below this value will activate
the alarm.
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4.3.7 Oil Pressure Setup
OIL PRESSURE DISPLAY:
This enables or disables the oil pressure display on the EMS displays screens
TYPE:
Select if you are using a resistive, 4-20mA or 0-5V output pressure sender.
If the “RESISTIVE” pressure sender is selected
SENDER:
Select what type of resistive pressure sender you are using. Select “VDO” for VDO / resistive senders, “USER” for a
custom sender.
MODEL:
Select which VDO pressure sender you are using. A selection between a VDO 2, 5 or 10 Bar can be selected.
If the “0-5V” pressure sender is selected
SENDER:
Select the type of 0-5V sender used. Select “UMA” for UMA senders of “USER” for a custom 0-5V sender.
MODEL:
For UMA senders select the UMA model number.
If the “4-20mA” pressure sender is selected
SENDER:
Select the type of 4-20mA sender used. Select “ROTAX” for Rotax 912/914 4-20mA sender or “USER” for a custom 420mA sender.
PRESSURE @ 4mA:
Enter the pressure specified at 4mA output.
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PRESSURE @ 20mA:
Enter the pressure specified at 20mA output.
If the “USER" pressure sender is selected
CALIBRATE SENDER:
If the sender type is set to “USER”, then use this menu option to calibrate your pressure sender. See section 4.4.9 for
more information.
Menu options for all sender types
PRESSURE UNIT:
Select whether you want to display the pressure in Bar, PSI or PSI(0.1). The PSI(0.1) is for low range pressure senders
e.g. UMA 7PSI.
DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum pressure that you want the oil pressure bargraph to show. This can give you increased display
resolution.
DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum pressure that you want the oil pressure bargraph to . This can give you increased display resolution.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the pressure low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the pressure threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any pressure below this value will activate the
alarm.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the pressure value for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the pressure value for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the pressure high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the pressure threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any pressure above this value will activate the
alarm.
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4.3.8 Auxiliary Analog 1, 2 Setup
The analog AUX 1,2 channels on the RDAC are general purpose channels that can be used for pressure, temperature or
current.
FUNCTION:
Select the function for the analog channel. Options are “PRESSURE”, “TEMPERATURE”, “CURRENT” or “OFF”.
If the “PRESSURE” function is selected:
TYPE:
Select if you are using a resistive, 4-20mA or 0-5V output pressure sender.
If the “RESISTIVE” pressure sender is selected
SENDER:
Select what type of resistive pressure sender you are using. Select “VDO” for VDO / resistive senders, “USER” for a
custom sender.
MODEL:
Select which VDO pressure sender you are using. A selection between a VDO 2, 5 or 10 Bar can be selected.
If the “0-5V” pressure sender is selected
SENDER:
Select the type of 0-5V sender used. Select “UMA” for UMA senders of “USER” for a custom 0-5V sender.
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MODEL:
For UMA senders select the UMA model number.
If the “0-20mA” pressure sender is selected
SENDER:
Select the type of 4-20mA sender used. Select “ROTAX” for Rotax 912/914 4-20mA sender or “USER” for a custom 420mA sender.
PRESSURE @ 4mA:
Enter the pressure specified at 4mA output.
PRESSURE @ 20mA:
Enter the pressure specified at 20mA output.
If the “USER" pressure sender is selected
SENDER:
Select the type of 4-20mA sender used. Select “ROTAX” for Rotax 912/914 4-20mA sender or “USER” for a custom 420mA sender.
CALIBRATE SENDER:
If the sender type is set to “USER”, then use this menu option to calibrate your pressure sender. See section 4.4.9 for
more information.
Menu options for all sender types
LABEL:
Choose one of a selection of labels to suit your pressure input so you can identify it easily.
PRESSURE UNIT:
Select whether you want to display the pressure in Bar, PSI or PSI(0.1). The PSI(0.1) is for low range pressure senders
e.g. UMA 7PSI.
DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum pressure that you want the bargraph to show. This can give you increased display resolution.
DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum pressure that you want the bargraph to show. This can give you increased display resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the pressure high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the pressure threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any pressure above this value will activate the
alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the pressure value for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the pressure value for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
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LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the pressure low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the pressure threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any pressure below this value will activate the
alarm.
If the “TEMPERATURE” function is selected:
SENDER:
Select what type of sender you are using. Select “VDO” for a VDO resistive sender, “WESTACH” for Westach thermistor
type senders, “MGL” for a MGL NTC resistive temperature sender, “LM335” for a MGL precision temperature sender or
“USER” for a custom sender. The XTreme has a built in linearization curve for a standard 50ºC to 150ºC VDO resistive
sender, Westach senders and the MGL NTC resistive sender.
If the sender type is set to “USER"
CALIBRATE SENDER:
If the sender type is set to “USER”, then use this menu option to calibrate your pressure sender. See section 4.4.9 for
more information.
If the sender type is set to “LM335"
LM335:
If the sender type is set to LM335, then use this menu option to calibrate your LM335 precision temperature sender. If
recalibration is required then adjust the value using the rotary control until the temperature matches the reference ambient
temperature. Please note that the LM335 can only be calibrated in degrees Celsius irrespective if the XTreme is setup to
display temperature in Fahrenheit.
Menu options for all sender types
LABEL:
Choose one of a selection of labels to suit your temperature input so you can identify it easily.
TEMPERATURE UNIT:
Select whether you want the temperature to be displayed in degrees Celcius (ºC) or in degrees Fahrenheit (ºF).
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DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum temperature that you want the bargraph to show. This can give you increased display resolution.
DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum temperature that you want the bargraph to show. This can give you increased display resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the temperature high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the temperature threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any temperature above this value will activate
the alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the temperature value for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the temperature value for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the temperature low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the temperature threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any temperature below this value will activate
the alarm.
4.3.9 Calibrating the user defined pressure and Temperature Senders
1. Enter the number of points that you want to
calibrate.
2. Enter the display reading that you want to
show when the sender is at that actual display
reading.
3. Enter the ADC (analog to digital converter)
reading that corresponds to this display reading.
The ADC reading is shown at the bottom of the
display if you are applying the actual
stimulus from the temperature or pressure
sender. You can also manually enter this value
if the ADC value is known or pre-calculated.
4. Continue entering display and ADC values
until all the points have been entered.
5. Verify the above calibration by checking the
temperature/pressure display versus the actual
applied sender stimulus.
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If the “CURRENT” function is selected: (MGL Avionics Current Sensor required)
DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum current that you want the bargraph to show. This can give you increased display resolution.
DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum current that you want the bargraph to show. This can give you increased display resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the current high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the current threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any current above this value will activate the
alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the current value for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the current value for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the current low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the current threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any current below this value will activate the alarm.
ZERO CURRENT SENSOR:
Select this function to indicate to the XTreme that zero current is flowing through the MGL current monitor. This is best
done with the MGL current monitor disconnected from the main current suppling conductor.
CURRENT SPAN CALIBRATION:
Enter the maximum value that your MGL current monitor can measure. This will depend on the distance and the method
that is used to attach the MGL current monitor to the main current supplying conductor. It will be best if a multimeter can
be inserted in series with the current supplying conductor and the span calibration adjusted until the XTreme matches that
of the multimeter. Please see the MGL current monitor document for more information.
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4.3.10 Volts Setup
VOLTS DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum value that you want the volts bargraph in the EMS display to show. This can give you increased
display resolution.
VOLTS DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum value that you want the volts bargraph in the EMS display to show. This can give you increased
display resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the volts high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the voltage threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any voltage above this value will activate the
alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the voltage for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the voltage for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the volts low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the voltage threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any voltage below this value will activate the alarm.
VOLTS CALIBRATION FACTOR:
Measure the battery voltage with a multimeter and then adjust this value to match that of the multimeters volts reading.
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4.3.11 Current Setup (MGL Avionics RDAC-XF / MAP required)
This menu options is only used if you have a MGL Avionics RDAC-XF / MAP RDAC and MGL
Avionics current sensor.
CURRENT DISPLAY:
Select to enable or disable the current bar graph.
DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum current that you want the bargraph to show. This can give you increased display resolution.
DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum current that you want the bargraph to show. This can give you increased display resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the current high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the current threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any current above this value will activate the
alarm.
HIGH CAUTION:
Enter the current value for the high caution. This is the lower value of the upper yellow band.
LOW CAUTION:
Enter the current value for the low caution. This is the upper value of the lower yellow band.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the current low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the current threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any current below this value will activate the alarm.
ZERO CURRENT SENSOR:
Select this function to indicate to the XTreme that zero current is flowing through the MGL current monitor. This is best
done with the MGL current monitor disconnected from the main current supplying conductor.
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CURRENT SPAN CALIBRATION:
Enter the maximum value that your MGL current monitor can measure. This will depend on the distance and the method
that is used to attach the MGL current monitor to the main current suppling conductor. It will be best if a multimeter can be
inserted in series with the current supplying conductor and the span calibration adjusted until the XTreme matches that of
the multimeter. Please see the MGL current monitor document for more information.
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4.3.12 OAT Setup
OAT TEMPERATURE UNIT:
Select whether you want the OAT to be displayed in degrees Celsius (ºC) or in degrees Fahrenheit (ºF).
OAT DISPLAY MAX:
Select the maximum temperature that you want the OAT bargraph in the EMS display to show. This can give you
increased display resolution.
OAT DISPLAY MIN:
Select the minimum temperature that you want the OAT bargraph in the EMS display to show. This can give you
increased display resolution.
HIGH ALARM:
This enables or disables the OAT high alarm.
HIGH ALARM:
Enter the temperature threshold for when the high alarm must be activated. Any temperature above this value will activate
the alarm.
LOW ALARM:
This enables or disables the OAT low alarm.
LOW ALARM:
Enter the temperature threshold for when the low alarm must be activated. Any temperature below this value will activate
the alarm.
OAT CALIBRATION FACTOR:
During the factory calibration a factor has been determined and entered here that will give you an accurate OAT reading.
If you find this value is incorrect then adjust the calibration factor until the XTremes OAT matches that of a precision
thermometer. Calibration can only be done in Celcius (ºC).
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4.3.13 CO Monitor Carbon Monoxide Setup
The CO Monitor Carbon Monoxide menu option allows the pilot to enable the CO Guardians Carbon Monoxide detector.
The XTreme-EMS will display the carbon monoxide value on the EMS display as well as enable the carbon monoxide
warning alarm. Please see the relevant CO Guardian detector manuals for more information.
CO MONITOR:
Select which CO Monitor you are using. Select “None” to disable the CO display.
RESET CO GUARDIAN:
This will reset the CO Guardian Carbon Monoxide detector, perform a self test and then will re-enable the CO Guardian
Carbon Monoxide detector.
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4.3.14 ROTAX 912IS Setup (MGL Avionics RDAC CAN required)
The Rotax ECU transmits various status messages. These can be observed in the Engine, Sensor and Device status
fields. Please see the 912IS installation and parameter settings in the installation section. When a MGL Avionics RDAC
CAN unit is connected then the Xtreme-EMS will automatically rename AUX1/3 to COOLANT TEMP.
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4.4 GPS Setup
GPS:
Select “OFF” to disable the GPS information screen or select "EXTERNAL" if you have an external NMEA compatible
GPS connected to the XTreme-EMS.
If an external GPS is used then it must output the following NMEA sentences
• GGA - Global positioning system fix data
• RMC – Recommended minimum specific GNSS data
• GSA – GNSS DOP and active satellites
• GSV – GNSS satellites in view
NMEA stands for the National Marine Electronics Association. For more information please visit www.nmea.org.
GPS BAUD RATE:
Select the baud rate to match the external GPS receiver you are using.
POSITION FORMAT:
Select the display format of the GPS latitude and longitude.
ALTITUDE UNIT:
Select the unit of the altitude display.
COG:
Select if you want the COG to be related to true or magnetic north.
LOCAL VARIATION:
Select “AUTO” to allow the XTreme-EMS to automatically calculate the local variation or “MANUAL” for manual local
variation input.
AUTO LOCAL VARIATION:
This item displays the calculated local magnetic variation. The XTreme-EMS will calculate the local variation every 10
minutes if a valid 2D or 3D GPS fix is obtained.
MANUAL LOCAL VARIATION:
This item allows the pilot to manually enter his local variation.
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4.5 Timers Setup
HOBBS MINIMUM RPM:
Enter the RPM limit in which the Hobbs timer/Maintenance timer must start incrementing.
SET HOBBS TIME:
This function allows you to set the engine Hobbs
meter to any value. Typically, you would use this
function to set the Hobbs meter to the current
known engine time. Use the rotary control to
change the value. Press the rotary control to
accept and exit the menu option. If the Hobbs
code is set to another value beside zero, then the
pilot will be prompted to enter the Hobbs access
code before allowing him to change the Hobbs time.
This feature is useful for charted and flying school
planes.
CHANGE HOBBS CODE:
This menu option allows you to change the Hobbs access code. You will first be prompted to enter the current code
followed by entering in a new code followed by re-entering the new code. If the new code and the re-entered code is the
same, then the Hobbs access code will be changed. Default code is 0000.
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SET MAINTENANCE TIMER:
These timers allow you to keep track of engine
maintenance interval. Set the timer when you have
serviced your engine. A typical time might be 50
hours. This function allows you to set an engine
maintenance timer. This timer is set in engine hours
and it will count down to zero when the engine RPM
is greater then the “HOBBS MINIMUM RPM”. A
good use for this function is to set the hours until
your next spark plug change or engine inspection.
Use the rotary control to change the value.
UTC OFFSET:
Enter the UTC offset for your location. The UTC offset can be adjust in half an hour increments.
RTC SOURCE:
Select if you want the RTC UTC time to come from the GPS receiver or the internal RTC. Both real time clocks are
powered by an internal 3V lithium coin cell battery. The internal battery can be replaced by unscrewing the 5 screws
holding the back and front enclosures together as well as the 2 screws next to the D15 connector. Delicately slide out the
electronics and replace the battery. The battery is a CR2032 coin cell.
SET UTC DATE & TIME:
Use the rotary control to set the UTC date & time in
the internal RTC.
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4.6 Data Recording Setup
The XTreme-EMS has the ability to act as a black box recorder recording flight data directly onto an inserted SD card for
later playback and investigation using the MGL Avionics Black Box viewer program. See the Black box viewer documents
for further information. The Black box viewer can also convert the data into other file formats such as:
• KML: Keyhole Markup Language / Google Earth
• CSV: Comma-Separated Variable
• IGC: FAI Gliding commission
The XTreme-EMS records the engine data as well as the GPS data (If an external GPS receiver is available) once per
second only WHEN A VALID FLIGHT IS DETECTED (AUTOMATIC OR MANUAL FLIGHT DETECT MODE).
CREATE RECORDING FILE ON SD CARD:
Selecting this menu option will create a file on the SD card (If inserted and not write protected) called enigma.rec with a
fixed file size of 10MB. The reason behind the fixed file size of the recording file has to do with limited write cycles of the
SD card and the instability of the MS-DOS file system. With a fixed file size, the XTreme-EMS never has to write to either
the directory structure or FAT tables of the SD card eliminating wear of the card or possible data corruption. Once the
recording file has been filled, the recording continues at the start of the file again, overwriting the oldest data in the file.
The file size is large enough to record 5-20 hours of data depending on what data is recorded.
DATA RECORDING ON:
Selecting “ON” will enable the data recording functionality.
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4.7 Miscellaneous Setup
AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION:
Enter your aircraft registration. A maximum of 8
characters can be entered. The aircraft registration is
displayed on the start up (Splash) screen.
SAVE SETTINGS TO SD CARD:
Select this option to save all the XTreme-EMS settings to the SD card. This is useful when setting up the instrument on
the PC simulator and then later transferring the settings on the instrument itself. A file called “XTREME2.EMS” will be
created in the root directory of the SD card. This function is also used to save your settings during firmware upgrades.
RECALL SETTINGS FROM SD CARD:
Select this option to recall all the XTreme-EMS settings from the SD card. This is useful when setting up the instrument
on the PC simulator and then later transferring the settings to the instrument itself. The settings will be loaded from a file
called “XTREME2.EMS” in the root directory of the SD card. This function is also used to recall your settings after a
firmware upgrade.
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4.8 ADC Values
These values are mainly used for debugging purposes.
5 Startup (Splash) Screen
Creating your own Startup (Splash) Screen:
You will need:
·A bitmap picture of your choice (*.BMP, 480x272 pixel resolution)
·The Enigma BMP to MIF converter tool (can be downloaded free of charge from http://www.mglavionics.co.za or can be
found on the XTreme SD card).
The Enigma BMP to MIF program is used to convert images in Windows BMP format to Enigma MIF format. You can use
this program to make your own startup screen (Splash screen) and graphic information display screens. The color depth
is limited to Enigmas 256 colors.
Run the Enigma BMP image to MIF format converter program.
Load an image file (and remember the location), select the resolution as width(480) and height (272) and press the
process button. The new MIF image will be located in the same directory as the source (BMP) file.
If the original file was not named Splash.BMP, rename the new *.MIF file to Splash.MIF, and copy the Splash.MIF file into
the root directory of your SD card.
The picture will be displayed when the unit is powered up.
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6 Loading factory default settings
Press and hold the left and right most soft keys simultaneously on power up to load default factory settings. The following
message will be displayed:
7 Alarm condition
If an alarm condition occurs the following will happen:
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The item causing the alarm condition will flash on the screen
An alarm warning message will be displayed on the screen
An external alarm switch will close
The alarm warning message and switch closure will remain until any button is pressed or until the condition(s) that
activated the alarm no longer exist.
The alarm output can be used to switch an external alarm indicator. The external alarm switch is an open collector
transistor switch to ground with a maximum rating of 0.5A DC. It is possible to wire the alarm contacts of several
Stratomaster instruments in parallel should this be desired.
To avoid false activation of the alarms, the alarm function is only active 10 seconds after the instrument has powered up.
8 Cleaning
The unit should not be cleaned with any abrasive substances. The screen is very sensitive to certain cleaning materials
and should only be cleaned using a clean, damp cloth.
Warning: The XTreme-EMS is not waterproof. Serious damage could occur if the unit is exposed
to water and/or spray jets.
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9 XTreme-EMS Specifications
Operating Temperature Range
Storage Temperature Range
Power Supply
Current Consumption
Power Consumption
Display
Dimensions
Internal ADC resloution
Enclosure
Weight
Alarm contact current rating
Non-volatile memory storage
-10ºC to 50ºC (14ºF to 122ºF)
-20ºC to 80ºC (-4ºF to 176ºF)
8 to 30Vdc SMPS (switch mode power supply)
Built in 33V over voltage and reverse voltage protection
Approx. 130mA @ 13.8V
Approx. 1.8W
4.3” 480x272 pixel active matrix TFT LCD
1000 cd/m2
Sunlight Readable
LED backlight is front panel user adjustable
Fits standard 3 1/8” instrument hole
See section 12 for dimensional drawings
10 bits (Volts, OAT)
Black ABS
Front mounting
Rear of enclosure fits a standard 3 1/8” instrument hole
Approx. 310 grams (Xtreme-EMS and cable)
Open collector transistor switch to ground
Maximum rating 0.5A DC
100000 write cycles
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10 Installation
10.1 XTreme-EMS General Connection Diagram
The use of an external 1A fuse is recommended. Connect the supply terminals to your aircraft’s power supply. The
XTreme-EMS can be used on both 12V and 24V without the use of any pre-regulators. Ensure that the supply voltage will
not drop below 8V during operation as this may result in incorrect readings.
Please see RDAC documentation for installation and usage.
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10.2 XTreme-EMS DB15 Cable connections
D15 Male
DB 15 Pin
Color
Function
1
2
3,4,9,10
5
6
7
8
11
12
13
14
15
Red
White
Black
NC
NC
NC
NC
Green
Orange
Yellow
NC
NC
8-30Vdc power
Alarm Output
Ground
RS232 Port 2 Transmit
RS232 Port 2 Receive
RS232 Port 1 Transmit
RS232 Port 1 Receive
OAT Probe
CAN High
CAN Low
No Connection
No Connection
NC = Not Connected
The XTreme-EMS has a D15 Female connector. The connecting cable must have a D15 male connector attached to it.
The communication interface from your RDAC must be connected to either to the CAN bus or to the RDAC signal. See
the installation section below for more details on the 2 communications interfaces and the different RDAC units.
10.3 MGL Avionics RDAC XF and RDAC XF MAP
Please see the RDAC XF documentation for installation and usage.
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10.3.1 Connecting the RDAC-XF to the XTreme-EMS
Observe the polarity of the two CAN wires. One of the lines is called “CAN L” and the other “CAN H”. It is recommended
that a twisted pair wire is used for this connection using two wire colors for ease of identification. The CAN bus must be
terminated at each end with a 120 ohm resistor. Connections from equipment into the CAN bus (other than the ends)
must only use short stubs into the bus (maximum length of a stub should not exceed 20cm if possible). It is OK to use
only a single resistor of value 60-120 ohms if the total length of the CAN bus is not more than two meters (6 feet).
10.4 MGL Avionics RDAC CAN
Please see the RDAC CAN documentation for installation and usage.
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10.4.1 RDAC CAN Rotax 912iS XTreme-EMS Setup
The Xtreme-EMS must be setup as follows:
RPM:
PULSES/REV: 1.0
Fuel Flow:
K-FACTOR 1: 3500
MODE: FLOW SENDER
Manifold Air Pressure:
No change needed
Oil Pressure:
TYPE: 0-5V
SENDER: User
CALIBRATE SENDER:
POINTS: 2
DISPLAY 1: 0.0 bar
ADC 1: 0000
DISPLAY 2: 10.0 bar
ADC 2: 4095
Oil Temperature:
SENDER: LM335
LM335: 0
Coolant Temperature:
This is remapped to ANALOG AUX1
FUNCTION: TEMPERATURE
SENDER: LM335
LM335: 0
LABEL: COOLANT
EGT 1,2,3,4
EGT CHANNELS: 4
Throttle Position:
0-100% can be viewed in the ROTAX 912iS section
Engine Ambient Pressure:
This can be viewed in the ROTAX 912iS section
Fuel Level senders:
This is setup as normal in the fuel setup menu
Fuel pressure sender:
This is setup as normal in the fuel setup menu
DC current input:
This is setup as normal in the current setup menu.
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11 Firmware upgrades
The XTreme-EMS firmware can be upgraded in the field to the latest version via the SD card. This will keep your XTremeEMS up to date with bug fixes and new features.
The name of the firmware file must be called XTREME.FW and it must reside in the root directory of the SD card. When
the XTreme-EMS powers up it will first look at the SD card to see whether the file exists, if it does then it will prompt the
user to upgrade the firmware. Use the soft keys at the bottom to select whether to upgrade to the new firmware or to exit
the firmware upgrade feature. The XTreme-EMS also provides a soft key to delete the XTREME.FW file from the SD card
to avoid removing the SD card and deleting it with a PC.
If the file does not exist, then the firmware upgrade function is bypassed and the XTreme-EMS' main program is
executed. Please check http://www.mglavionics.co.za/XTreme.html regularly for the latest firmware releases.
Steps to follow when upgrading firmware:
1) Save the current settings to a SD card using the “SAVE SETTINGS TO SD CARD” function in the Miscellaneous
menu section.
2) Load the new firmware as described above.
3) Load factory default settings as outlined in section 6 of this manual.
4) Recall the saved settings from SD card by using the “RECALL SETTINGS FROM SD CARD” function in the
Miscellaneous menu section.
5) Verify all settings.
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12 XTreme-EMS Dimensions
12.1 Front view
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12.2 Side view
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12.3 Top view
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13 Warranty
This product carries a warranty for a period of one year from date of purchase against faulty workmanship or defective
materials, provided there is no evidence that the unit has been mishandled or misused. Warranty is limited to the
replacement of faulty components and includes the cost of labor. Shipping costs are for the account of the purchaser.
Note: Product warranty excludes damages caused by unprotected, unsuitable or incorrectly wired
electrical supplies and or sensors, and damage caused by inductive loads.
14 Disclaimer
Operation of this instrument is the sole responsibility of the purchaser of the unit. The user must make themselves familiar
with the operation of this instrument and the effect of any possible failure or malfunction.
This instrument is not certified by the FAA. Fitting of this instrument to certified aircraft is subject to the rules and
conditions pertaining to such in your country. Please check with your local aviation authorities if in doubt. This instrument
is intended for ultralight, microlight, home built and experimental aircraft. Operation of this instrument is the sole
responsibility of the pilot in command (PIC) of the aircraft. This person must be proficient and carry a valid and relevant
pilot’s license. This person has to make themselves familiar with the operation of this instrument and the effect of any
possible failure or malfunction. Under no circumstances does the manufacturer condone usage of this instrument for IFR
flights.
The manufacturer reserves the right to alter any specification without notice.
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