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COCKPIT DOCKING STATION INSTALLATION GUIDE
Standard and OEM Versions
Aeronautical Navigator
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DISCLAIMER & WARNINGS
This product is not TSO-certified and have received no EASA or FAA approval. This
product is not intended for installation in type-certificated aircraft.
Avoid installing the product near heat sources or ensure adequate cooling is
provided. Avoid routing of the wiring near sources of heat, RF or EMI interference.
The included USB GPS antenna is not suitable for external use. Install and securely
fix the antenna inside the cockpit with the dome pointing towards the sky. For better
performance ensure the antenna has a clear view of the sky.
The Docking Station is designed to operate when docked into the cockpit. Handle
the device with care when it is not installed and do not attempt to lock the EKP V
unit.
OVERVIEW
This document provides basic instructions for the installation and use of the EKP V
Docking Station. The Docking Station package contains:
• EKP V Docking Station
• USB GPS antenna (“Mouse GPS antenna”)
• Flush Mount Kit
• Plastic Protective Cover
• Manual, screws and cutting template
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General Description
The EKP V Cockpit Docking Station (CDS) allows the installation of AvMap EKP V
Aeronautical Navigator into the cockpit, and enables the unit to interface to multiple external
devices at the same time.
When docked the EKP V is powered/charged by the aircraft electrical system.
A2 ADAHRS
Module
Autopilot
External
GPS
Traffic
Receiver
XM WX Weather
Receiver
CONNECTIVITY
Cockpit integration with
Docking Station
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Dimensions and Specifications
Versions:
• Standard (UX0DS100AM) : including the wire clamp board adapter.
• OEM (UX0DS200AM): including a DB15 adapter for direct wire soldering
Interfaces:
• 4 x USB 2.0 ports
(1 x battery powered by EKP V internal),
• 2x Serials ports
(1 x RS-232, 1 x TTL levels),
• Audio IN,
• Audio OUT,
• Video IN
(video composite signal PAL or NTSC),
• Push-To-Talk
• Power input voltage:
10-35 VDC (28 W max.),
• Temperature range -20, + 70 °C.
A
B
C
Front Side
A Male Pogo Pin connector, to be coupled with the female connector on the back side of the EKPV.
B Fuse: Socket for the 3A fuse.
C Safety switch to disable the power supply to the connector (A) when the device is not docked.
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Back Side
D Battery powered USB Port: backup power provided by the EKP V internal battery.
E Normal USB Ports: powered by the aircraft electrical system.
F DB 15 direct soldering connector (OEM version only).
G Wire clamp connector (Standard version only).
H Cable locking bar.
Back Side - Standard Version
D
E
F
Back Side - OEM Version
D
E
G
H
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USB Ports
The CDS includes four USB ports to connect AvMap's or approved third-party modules
to the EKP V. One of the ports (D) is powered by the EKP V internal battery to ensure
functionality even in case of aircraft electrical power failure.
External Power Supply Input (10-35Vdc)
Push to Talk
Video Input
Audio Input
Audio Output
Serial Interface “A”
(Note: RS232 polarity and levels)
Standard Version DB-15 Connections
Wiring and connections
Battery powered USB Port:
backup power provided by
the EKP V internal battery.
Serial Interface “B”
(Note: 0-5v levels and RS232 polarity)
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Pin #
Signal
1
GND - EXT
2
GND
3
AUDIO-VIDEO GND
4
AUDIO IN
5
AUDIO VIDEO GND
6
RXA
7
GND
8
TXB
9
EXT+
10
PUSH TO TALK
11
VID-IN
12
AUDIO OUT
13
GND
14
TXA
15
RXB
1
8
9
15
DB-15 electrical pin-out
DB-15 Connections
External Power Supply Input (10-35Vdc)
1
GND - EXT
9
EXT+
Video Input
11
VID-IN
3
AUDIO-VIDEO GND
Audio Input
5
AUDIO VIDEO GND
4
AUDIO IN
Audio Output
12
AUDIO OUT
5
AUDIO VIDEO GND
Serial Interface “A”
(Note: RS232 polarity and levels)
14
TXA
6
RXA
13
GND
Serial Interface “B”
(Note: 0-5v levels and RS232 polarity)
8
TXB
15
RXB
7
GND
Push to Talk
10
PUSH TO TALK
2
GND
OEM Version DB-15 Connections
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CDS Installation
Cut the cockpit using the cutting template
1.
provided in the box.
Connect and secure the included DB-15
2.
interface (direct soldering or clamp board,
depending on the CDS version) on the
back of the CDS.
Connect
required
wires
to
DB-15
3.
connection, as explained in the previous
chapter.
Connect USB cables and secure them
4.
with the included safety lock bar.
Install the docking station in the cockpit
5.
hole and secure it with the flush mount
braked. Push the bracket in the center and
flex it until it is possible to lock it with the
provided nuts.
Fasten and secure the wires to the back of
6.
the CDS, to avoid vibrations or mechanical
stress on the connections.
OEM Version
Standard Version
NOTE: after installing the CDS make sure that all on-board instruments and systems perform
as expected. Verify the on-board compass calibration.
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A1
A2
Docking the EKP V
1
2
3
NOTE: when the EKP V is not
docked the CDS can be protected by
installing its plastic protective cover.