VansAirForceForums  
Home > VansAirForceForums

- POSTING RULES
- Donate yearly (please).
- Advertise in here!

- Today's Posts | Insert Pics


Go Back   VAF Forums > Model Specific > RV-12/RV-12iS
Register FAQ Members List Calendar Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read

Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
  #1  
Old 02-11-2013, 05:36 PM
PilotBrent PilotBrent is offline
 
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Hackettstown, NJ
Posts: 459
Default SkyView Display Circuit Board Replacement Service Bulletin 021113

SkyView Display Circuit Board Replacement Service Bulletin 021113

An investigation revealed a manufacturing process deviation at a subcontractor which can cause a weakness in a printed circuit board that fulfills a critical role in a SkyView Display. Over time, this weakness can turn into a defect and manifest itself in behavior including: a display that does not power on, a display that powers on, but does not fully boot, or one that freezes during operation. Affected displays should be returned for repair.

To address this issue, Dynon Avionics has released a Technical Service Bulletin that instructs customers to determine if their equipment is affected. Returned displays will have the affected circuit board replaced. All other hardware will be updated as necessary and the display will be tested to ensure factory-new functionality.

For full information about this bulletin, please visit the following page: SkyView Display Circuit Board Replacement Service Bulletin 021113
__________________
---------------
Brent Connelly
Hackettstown, NJ
RV-12, N913BC
http://www.mykitlog.com/brent45

Check out & subscribe to my Youtube channel for latest RV-12 flying videos...
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxQ...Px2I7jmazGdLqg
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 02-11-2013, 06:41 PM
RFSchaller RFSchaller is offline
 
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Posts: 2,820
Default

I got one of the last D180 units before the shift to Skyview. At the time I really wanted the latest, but there is a lot to be said for mature technology.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 02-11-2013, 07:26 PM
Bill_H's Avatar
Bill_H Bill_H is offline
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Marshall TX (KASL)
Posts: 1,783
Default

When you read the details of what they found, why, and then how they are handling it, I have a great feeling about my avionics coming from Dynon. Class act, truly. I'll be checking my display tomorrow. You should hear a friend of mine RV-8 builder discuss his frustrating dealings with Garmin on their glass panel.

Last edited by Bill_H : 02-11-2013 at 07:28 PM.
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 02-11-2013, 08:47 PM
Brantel's Avatar
Brantel Brantel is offline
 
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Newport, TN
Posts: 7,496
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by Bill_H View Post
When you read the details of what they found, why, and then how they are handling it, I have a great feeling about my avionics coming from Dynon. Class act, truly. I'll be checking my display tomorrow. You should hear a friend of mine RV-8 builder discuss his frustrating dealings with Garmin on their glass panel.
Absolutely, lets hear it. If you are going to compare, lets get the real facts out here on the table....
__________________
Brantel (Brian Chesteen),
Check out my RV-10 builder's BLOG
RV-10, #41942, N?????, Project Sold
---------------------------------------------------------------------
RV-7/TU, #72823, N159SB
Lyc. O-360 carbed, HARTZELL BA CS Prop, Dual P-MAGs, Dual Garmin G3X Touch
Track N159SB (KK4LIF)
Like EAA Chapter 1494 on Facebook

Last edited by Brantel : 02-11-2013 at 08:50 PM.
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 02-12-2013, 07:16 AM
Dgamble's Avatar
Dgamble Dgamble is offline
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 845
Default

Link to the bulletin: http://dynonavionics.com/docs/suppor...in_021113.html

The story:

http://campaign.r20.constantcontact....DZRGqDCOraM%3D

Quote:
Originally Posted by PilotBrent View Post
SkyView Display Circuit Board Replacement Service Bulletin 021113

An investigation revealed a manufacturing process deviation at a subcontractor which can cause a weakness in a printed circuit board that fulfills a critical role in a SkyView Display. Over time, this weakness can turn into a defect and manifest itself in behavior including: a display that does not power on, a display that powers on, but does not fully boot, or one that freezes during operation. Affected displays should be returned for repair.

To address this issue, Dynon Avionics has released a Technical Service Bulletin that instructs customers to determine if their equipment is affected. Returned displays will have the affected circuit board replaced. All other hardware will be updated as necessary and the display will be tested to ensure factory-new functionality.

For full information about this bulletin, please visit the following page: SkyView Display Circuit Board Replacement Service Bulletin 021113
__________________
Dave Gamble
Grove City, OH

RV-6 N466PG Purchased already flying - SOLD!

The Book: The PapaGolf Chronicles

Built RV-12
http://www.schmetterlingaviation.com

The Book: Being written.

The above web blogs and any links provided thereto are not instructional or advisory in nature. They merely seek to share my experiences in building and flying Van's RV airplanes.
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 02-12-2013, 09:09 AM
az_gila's Avatar
az_gila az_gila is offline
 
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: 57AZ - NW Tucson area
Posts: 10,011
Smile

...and a nice touch....

Your repaired display will carry a NEW 3-year warranty starting January 1, 2013
__________________
Gil Alexander
EAA Technical Counselor, Airframe Mechanic
Half completed RV-10 QB purchased
RV-6A N61GX - finally flying
Grumman Tiger N12GA - flying
La Cholla Airpark (57AZ) Tucson AZ
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 02-12-2013, 10:08 AM
WingedFrog's Avatar
WingedFrog WingedFrog is offline
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Raleigh, NC
Posts: 863
Default

I called Dynon as my Skyview is installed but not powered. I thought that the serial number would be sufficient to know if my unit is subject to the SB. I was told that I do have to power the unit to find out, S/N is not sufficient. If you are in my situation, this may save you a phone call. There is no limit date for the claims anyway so... no sweat!
__________________

Builder's name: Jean-Pierre Bernoux
Sport Pilot
Kit # 120395 N124BX
Flying as of 9/11/2013

Builder's Blog:http://vieilleburette.blogspot.com/
EAA 1114
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 02-12-2013, 10:19 AM
DonFromTX's Avatar
DonFromTX DonFromTX is offline
 
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: La Feria Texas
Posts: 3,822
Default

Thanks, that did save me a phone call. I am surprised that they could not tell from the number.
I guess it is not too hard to find a hot wire and power it up, will have to do that.
__________________
A&P, PP-SEL, Pathological Flier, EAA Technical Counselor
EAA Chapter 595 President,http://www.595.eaachapter.org/index.htm
Retired US Army Officer
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 02-12-2013, 11:24 AM
WingedFrog's Avatar
WingedFrog WingedFrog is offline
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Raleigh, NC
Posts: 863
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by DonFromTX View Post
Thanks, that did save me a phone call. I am surprised that they could not tell from the number.
I guess it is not too hard to find a hot wire and power it up, will have to do that.
Might do that too if it's not too messy. Let us know how it goes, Don.
__________________

Builder's name: Jean-Pierre Bernoux
Sport Pilot
Kit # 120395 N124BX
Flying as of 9/11/2013

Builder's Blog:http://vieilleburette.blogspot.com/
EAA 1114
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 02-12-2013, 12:00 PM
TThurston TThurston is offline
 
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Orem, UT
Posts: 213
Default Good Response ... but ...

This is a great response from Dynon. However, it reinforces my concern with the "all the eggs in one basket" aspect of the SkyView RV-12. With the older Dynon in the RV-12, it least you had a Garmin GPS working if your D-180 failed. Or a backup D100. With the current system, if the SkyView fails, you're going to be flying by the seat of your pants and the stall warning buzzer.
__________________
Finishing -12 tail cone
-9A Empennage done, in storage
Reply With Quote
Reply


Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 01:55 AM.


The VAFForums come to you courtesy Delta Romeo, LLC. By viewing and participating in them you agree to build your plane using standardized methods and practices and to fly it safely and in accordance with the laws governing the country you are located in.