Aiki_Aviator
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Hi all,
I am in the final throws of sending my panel of to be CNC'd and engraved for my RV-10. I am after any and all comments as to the layout to ensure I have missed no specific issues and I have covered all bases.
Link to pdf : http://dl.dropbox.com/u/95034127/Panel_Design V2.pdf
UPDATED!!:http://dl.dropbox.com/u/95034127/Full Panel 20120130.pdf
- Noted changes: Switches more aligned, panel space for annunciator lights, all positions checked and re-checked. Dial alignment confirmed (Could'nt centralise due to panel supports, trying to maintain standard rear supports). Push to talk still being investigated....
Updated: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/95034127/Full%20Panel%2020120202.pdf
Changes: Looking at where I can utilise a remote transponder and how the panel may work with that. Yes there is a new remote transponder that will work with AFS... it's sort of a Trig...
Made modifications in line with many comments from this thread. Thanks guys. Room top left for annunciators. Some technical changes where AFS does not require GPS source change. Note, can't centralise "dials" due to support bracketing. Want to keep rear sections standard.
I have chosen to use some colour coding so that the dash is simplified under stress, and elected to use toggle switches so that they can be easily replaced should it be required.
I have also created some separation on switches to try and segregate the functional requirements.
The colour coding is as follows:
Green (NOW Grey): All good to Go; normal operating position
Yellow: Alternative operating due to failure/problem
White: Standard operating alternative
The instrumentation I am looking at completing in the cutouts is as follows:
--- Primary Instruments ---
2 x AFS 5500 with dual magnetometers, and a single GPS
1 x VPX-Pro (hidden)
1 x AFS Autopilot (flat pack)
1 x PAR100EX - Radio/Audio Panel (Backup radio)
1 x Garmin GTN650
1 x Trig 22 ADSB-out compliant transponder
Dual Alternators (hidden)
--- Backup Instruments ---
1 x 2.25" UMA Airspeed Indicator (thanks Bob...mistype)
1 x 2.25" Winter Altimeter
1 x 2.25" ADI2 with backup battery
1 x Standard whisky compass (on windscreen mount - not shown)
I have also wired a complete bypass electrical solution for a complete VPX-Pro failure. (mid top of panel) Of course this is highly unlikely to happen.
I plan to have this in black anodised aluminium as a replacement for the standard Vans panel.
Please feel free to make any comments, or raise concerns.
And another update: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/95034127/2012_02_05_Font_B.pdf
Modified the font to see if this provides an easier readability. Spaced the writing a little further from the switches. Needed to add back the transponder due to certification requirements of ADS-B altitude encoding for 2020. Unfortunately due to space and screw holes, needs to be central. Am happy with that as the primary instruments for backup, Airspeed, AH, Altimeter and Compass all in same position. Modified colurs so that they have more contrast.
Final Panel: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/95034127/20130210_Final.pdf
I have now completed the panel and it is being submitted to Front Panels Express.
They have been GREAT!!!! Extremely happy with thier service.
The configuration has changed somewhat, I am now incorporating the Dynon Transponder unit instead of the Trig-22, and have added some additional content.
I want to thank everyone for helping me get to here. The information and discussion has been INVALUABLE.
If anyone wants a copy of the panel file OR wants any of the macro objects I created for the purpose. Just drop me an email. I would be glad to help.
Thanks in advance.
I am in the final throws of sending my panel of to be CNC'd and engraved for my RV-10. I am after any and all comments as to the layout to ensure I have missed no specific issues and I have covered all bases.
Link to pdf : http://dl.dropbox.com/u/95034127/Panel_Design V2.pdf
UPDATED!!:http://dl.dropbox.com/u/95034127/Full Panel 20120130.pdf
- Noted changes: Switches more aligned, panel space for annunciator lights, all positions checked and re-checked. Dial alignment confirmed (Could'nt centralise due to panel supports, trying to maintain standard rear supports). Push to talk still being investigated....
Updated: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/95034127/Full%20Panel%2020120202.pdf
Changes: Looking at where I can utilise a remote transponder and how the panel may work with that. Yes there is a new remote transponder that will work with AFS... it's sort of a Trig...
Made modifications in line with many comments from this thread. Thanks guys. Room top left for annunciators. Some technical changes where AFS does not require GPS source change. Note, can't centralise "dials" due to support bracketing. Want to keep rear sections standard.
I have chosen to use some colour coding so that the dash is simplified under stress, and elected to use toggle switches so that they can be easily replaced should it be required.
I have also created some separation on switches to try and segregate the functional requirements.
The colour coding is as follows:
Green (NOW Grey): All good to Go; normal operating position
Yellow: Alternative operating due to failure/problem
White: Standard operating alternative
The instrumentation I am looking at completing in the cutouts is as follows:
--- Primary Instruments ---
2 x AFS 5500 with dual magnetometers, and a single GPS
1 x VPX-Pro (hidden)
1 x AFS Autopilot (flat pack)
1 x PAR100EX - Radio/Audio Panel (Backup radio)
1 x Garmin GTN650
1 x Trig 22 ADSB-out compliant transponder
Dual Alternators (hidden)
--- Backup Instruments ---
1 x 2.25" UMA Airspeed Indicator (thanks Bob...mistype)
1 x 2.25" Winter Altimeter
1 x 2.25" ADI2 with backup battery
1 x Standard whisky compass (on windscreen mount - not shown)
I have also wired a complete bypass electrical solution for a complete VPX-Pro failure. (mid top of panel) Of course this is highly unlikely to happen.
I plan to have this in black anodised aluminium as a replacement for the standard Vans panel.
Please feel free to make any comments, or raise concerns.
And another update: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/95034127/2012_02_05_Font_B.pdf
Modified the font to see if this provides an easier readability. Spaced the writing a little further from the switches. Needed to add back the transponder due to certification requirements of ADS-B altitude encoding for 2020. Unfortunately due to space and screw holes, needs to be central. Am happy with that as the primary instruments for backup, Airspeed, AH, Altimeter and Compass all in same position. Modified colurs so that they have more contrast.
Final Panel: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/95034127/20130210_Final.pdf
I have now completed the panel and it is being submitted to Front Panels Express.
They have been GREAT!!!! Extremely happy with thier service.
The configuration has changed somewhat, I am now incorporating the Dynon Transponder unit instead of the Trig-22, and have added some additional content.
I want to thank everyone for helping me get to here. The information and discussion has been INVALUABLE.
If anyone wants a copy of the panel file OR wants any of the macro objects I created for the purpose. Just drop me an email. I would be glad to help.
Thanks in advance.
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