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09-30-2012, 07:21 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Ramona, Ca
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EKP-V UPDATE
The latest Beta version of software and OS (1.4.61B + OS 3.0.49R) seems to have fixed the Dynon AP communication issue.
I will post more when I have a chance to fly with the software update but it does appear to be communicate properly on the ground.. This update also takes care of a couple of other issues.
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Bill RV-9A Flying
FFI- Flight Lead
N99WC
Ramona, CA (KRNM)
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09-30-2012, 08:25 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Vancouver island, BC Canada
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OK, turns out they put out a new version of the OS when I wasn't looking. Also, see your SW version is 61B - mine is 60B.
Been away for a bit, but hoping to try it out tomorrow.
Look forward to hearing your results, Bill.
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Jim Green
RV7 tip up
IO360 Whirlwind 200RV
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10-01-2012, 08:17 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Vancouver island, BC Canada
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I now have the GPS communicating perfectly with Dynon. Time for a flight test.
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10-25-2012, 12:30 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Ramona, Ca
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EKP-V SOFTWARE UPDATE
For those interested, there is a released update available for the EKP-V (1.5.063R - 2012-10-24).
This version now supports Dynon and Trio autopilots as well as concurrent XM weather (no need to disable one to activate the other). I have been flying with the beta version for a few weeks now it it seems to be fairly solid and it's nice to finally be able to have the AP and weather function at the same time. There are also a few user interface changes made in this version.
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Bill RV-9A Flying
FFI- Flight Lead
N99WC
Ramona, CA (KRNM)
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06-02-2013, 09:35 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Lake Country, B.C. Canada
Posts: 2,416
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looking for a tutorial on Geopilot use.
Hey gang,
I've had my GeoPilot 2 plus for about 2 years...never used it much...can't figure it out, can't update the data etc. etc.
I know a lot of guys are using the EKP 4 and 5 now, driving autopilots with it etc.
Do you guys have a direct line to Dan Lyons or someone at AvMap USA?????...and he comes to your house to set it up????....cause I sure can't see how else anyone could get these things to work.
Oh, and don't get me started on the website instructions, written in Italnglish.
I think I paid about $1500 in 2011 for it.
...soon to be in the 'Classifieds' for $200.
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Perry Y.
RV-9a - SOLD!....
Lake Country, BC
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06-02-2013, 11:04 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Vancouver island, BC Canada
Posts: 385
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Hi Perry. I haven't been to YLW for a while - I tend to use Vernon.
Dan Lyons no longer works for Avmap. Miriam takes the calls at support
I bought an EKP V about 18 months ago and now have it working perfectly, docked in the panel, external antenna and driving my Dynon D100,D120 and autopilot. BUT it has taken me a long time to get there.
To be fair, Avmap US has always responded promptly and helped me through my various difficulties. They have replaced my dock once and the gps unit twice!
I was probably just unlucky with the equipment failures. However, the user manual is a disgrace. Many features don't even get a mention in the manual.There is much more you need to know when setting up the dock for instance.
Avmap says they are writing an improved manual but they tend to be pretty slow and have been much later than promised with several efforts, eg the docking station.
It has been a frustrating exercise for me, but I do like the set-up now it is working properly.
Miriam has been great. Without her help I'd have given up.
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Jim Green
RV7 tip up
IO360 Whirlwind 200RV
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06-03-2013, 09:17 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Lake Country, B.C. Canada
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indispensable, if not painful!
Thanks for that Jim,
just on my last flite, I actually glanced over at, and changed the zoom to verify that I was, in fact, heading up the right valley. With few landmarks, and cut blocks obscuring little lakes, power lines, and roads, I really couldn't tell where I was exactly.( paper charts being almost useless here!)
Sad to hear that things aren't really changing for the better at AvMap....although the tech support is good to hear.
Now if they could just get a battery that lasts as long as one in a $10 toy....mine dies at about 5 minutes.
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Perry Y.
RV-9a - SOLD!....
Lake Country, BC
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07-02-2013, 10:30 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Athens, TX
Posts: 6
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AV Map
Anybody had trouble with the cursor toggle/control? Ours has gone out for the second time- so back to the factory again.
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07-02-2013, 11:02 AM
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Senior Curmudgeon
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Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Dayton Airpark, NV A34
Posts: 15,420
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Ours fell out.
Sent it in for repair, they not only fixed it at no charge, but updated the software too.
Even with its quirks, I really like our AvMap. Bright, easy to see from the other side of the cockpit.

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Mike Starkey
VAF 909
Rv-10, N210LM.
Flying as of 12/4/2010
Phase 1 done, 2/4/2011 
Sold after 240+ wonderful hours of flight.
"Flying the airplane is more important than radioing your plight to a person on the ground incapable of understanding or doing anything about it."
Last edited by Mike S : 07-03-2013 at 09:13 AM.
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07-03-2013, 08:25 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Vancouver island, BC Canada
Posts: 385
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Yes, mine too. Joystick stopped working, but they sent a replacement UPS with no question.
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Jim Green
RV7 tip up
IO360 Whirlwind 200RV
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