IFD540/440 Software Release 10.1.0.0

AviJake wrote: No re-cal will be required.  There is a modest post-update test but that's just a test that the software versions all got updated as expected and is part of the upgrade procedure.

Not to nitpick, but whenever I have updated the software inc. 10.1.0.0, I have followed the install manual for reviewing and setting (if required) the maintenance settings. I have usually had to reset the CDI scaling to match 150 degrees and then verify in 30 degree increments. Same follows for the dimming bus voltages for 0 and 100%. I don't think this is the recalculation you are talking about, and just wanted to get clarification.

pburger wrote: AviSimpson/AviJake, What is the procedure for updating to 10.1?   My assumptions (please confirm): It will be available prior to Oshkosh 2015. It will be done completely from the front panel (ie. - with a USB stick). It must be done by an Avidyne dealer. It will require a logbook entry. Will there be any re-calibration or post-update testing/verification required? I'm currently at odds with my Avidyne Dealer.  He will not respond to my e-mails.  The point is that I may have to find a new Dealer to accomplish this update.

We will post a video on how to upgrade to 10.1 on the website early next week, even if the system is not yet approved.

We have no way of knowing if it'll be done prior to Osh (see my earlier post from today) but it sure feels that way.

Yes, it's all updated via the USB stick.  But, we will also have you update a micro SD card on the side of the unit.

It can be done by anybody with log book signoff authority.

No re-cal will be required.  There is a modest post-update test but that's just a test that the software versions all got updated as expected and is part of the upgrade procedure.


Edited by AviJake - 12 Jun 2015 at 3:59pm

(Release 10.1.0.0 Cert Update - 12 June 2015)

Still not signed off.     Here is my most diplomatic way to phrase the current state of affairs:

The FAA is actively working the end game of the TSO side.   While they are not working at anywhere near the speed we would like and expect, they are working it faster than they said they would.  They are all waiting on one individual to finish his review responsibilities.  That individual delivered his findings to us a few hours ago and they are all typographical in nature.   We don't know if there are any more findings coming.

Pburger, I assume this will be like previous updates in that any A&P who can sign off the logbook entry, can do the update.

AviSimpson wrote: The PC sim update for 10.1 is coming. I don't have a definitive time frame yet but it will be updated.

Can you see if they can update the database used too?  It's getting a little out of date. 1302 is the Jepp revision used.

The PC sim update for 10.1 is coming. I don't have a definitive time frame yet but it will be updated.

+2

What's about the PC SIM update?

tony wrote: You guys need to learn to think like a regulator. It's taking this long because they are afraid to make another mistake by granting an STC with another software bug they didn't find.  The AD slowed the process down, not speed it up.

When I first read your post, I thought it was just tongue in cheek. But now that the FAA have been sitting on all the paperwork for two weeks, I'm starting to think you might be on to something. Two weeks is certainly not priority or urgent processing in my business.

But then again, bureaucrats march to a different drummer (requiem). After all, the FAA is dragging their feet with a new legislative proposal to reduce certification overhead as well as speed up and reduce the cost of safety-related innovation.


Edited by chflyer - 09 Jun 2015 at 2:14am

It's ready pending FAA approval which is what we are waiting for.

n7ifr wrote: ........although I don't see any drop down for the IFD440... Tom Wolf

not in the app. you have to go into settings and then select Avidyne and the option to change is there.

Thanks, Tom.  I'll try to uninstall and download it again.

My app is working fine but on the User Options setup area, I am not able to change any of the options such as TOD (on/off), 500' Callout (on/off), Hide Page Tabs, etc.  Is anyone else able to change these fields on the Sim?

Thanks, did that and now it works. The 440/540 selection is under the main iPad "settings" menu. Scroll way down. You will probably need to power down the iPad before it will actually change modes after making the selection.

Did you try to delete the app and download it again.  It's strange it works fine for me also. and it is very cool.   Maybe not the fault of Avidynes developement effort.

You guys need to learn to think like a regulator. It's taking this long because they are afraid to make another mistake by granting an STC with another software bug they didn't find.  The AD slowed the process down, not speed it up. 

So are we.  Can't believe it's taken this long to get the signoff.

A week before the AD came out I did my first GPS approach in the clouds (to my home airport) on one of the AD identified approaches.  Indicator needles were way off but was able to follow the map course to a very safe landing.  Lucky I'm in flat NJ with no obstacles nearby and a ceiling of 1000'. I really need 10.1; and in the NYC and Phila area, need the Traffic and ADS-B in.

I'm glad they are motivated to review, but if data had to be resubmitted, does this restart the 90 days?

Typically yes.  The FAA technically never gives themselves an obligation to approve anything.  When a data package is submitted for approval, they have 90 days to review it.  By the end of that 90 days they are supposed to have their review complete.  From the complete review, they either ask a question, or grant approval.

When an applicant answers a question, that is considered a new submittal date, and the FAA's review clock starts again.  That (sadly) is the typical STC process.

Unless Avidyne was able to negotiate some kind of special deal...

AviJake wrote: (Release 10.1.0.0 Certification Status Update - 26 May 2015) The updated documentation package that addresses the AD-related issue was submitted to the FAA today.   That wraps up all updated TSO submission data.   The last of the updated STC submission data should be in FAA hands on Wed 27 May.   A lot of the data had to be updated and reflown when the software was updated to resolve the AD issue. The FAA is highly motivated to review, and if in their opinion it is warranted, issue approvals very quickly.

Larry thanks for the encouragement and guidance. Flew it for over 25 hours with no issue at all and now this pops up. Hope it was an anomoly, but looking at the posts I'm not so sure. As for the cable how do you tell if one is "WAAS Approved"?

Gene

Just started having issues with my 540. I was doing a IPC and planned to show off my box to my CFI. Well the box went into "Coast Mode" and had to re power it twice. Stayed up for about 15 mins then lost GPS again twice more. Lost lock 5 times in a 1.6 hour flight. Not good. Called tech support and will be sending in logs. Looking at the forum this scares me to death since it appears that this is not an uncommon issue. I had a GX-60 that was rock solid for over 2000 hours and replaced it with the 540. Thank god this happened in VFR and not on an LPV approach in the clag at night. Hope that the logs tell the tail. Not sure I can afford all the AOG time that it appears I will have to go thru to get to the bottom of this.

For you folks that have had to go thru these issues have you got any suggestions on what the issues might be or what the solution was beside swapping boxes?

Gene

The reality I fear is that the 540 is still so buggy that focus has to be on quality first.

ddgates wrote: .... Now it looks like 10.1 is largely GPS fixes, or at least that is my impression.

I think we all had the same expectation.