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EX5000 Installation Manual
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1 About the EX5000 MFD
The Avidyne Multi-Function Display, or MFD, is a single unit computer system mounted in an aircraft
instrument panel in the pilot's view that interfaces to various aircraft avionics. The MFD increases pilot
situational awareness and enhances flight safety by providing supplementary navigation, traffic,
terrain, airspace, weather, engine, and approach chart information.
The EX5000-Series MFDs are intended for use as a supplementary situational awareness device. The
EX5000 contains software developed in accordance with RTCA/DO-178B Level D requirements.
Note:
Avidyne no longer supplies the FlightMax EX3000. For information about the EX3000, see the
FlightMax MFD Installation Manual, Revision 17 .
This section contains the following information:
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Section 1.1, “Standard Functionality” on page 1
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Section 1.2, “Optional Functionality” on page 1
A complete Entegra or Envision EX5000-Series Multi-Function Display system consists of the
following components:
● Avidyne Entegra or Envision EX5000-Series Multi-Function Display (MFD).
● System installation kit, including MFD assembly and necessary connectors.
● User documentation including Pilot's Guide , Installation Manual , and Instructions for Continued
Airworthiness .
1.1 Standard Functionality
MFD standard functionality available on the EX5000:
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A GPS interface to provide position, velocity, and flight plan data to the MFD.
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The MFD displays the current aircraft position and active flight plan graphically overlaid on the
moving map comprised of terrain, geo-political boundaries, airspace, navaids, airports, airways,
and obstacles.
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The MFD displays the current active flight plan in textual format.
1.2 Optional Functionality
The following features are optional for the EX5000. However, they may not be available for all aircraft:
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External traffic detection system —Allows the MFD to display a pictorial representation of
nearby transponder-equipped aircraft overlaid on the moving map display.
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External lightning detection system —Allows the MFD to present a visual display of lightning
strikes or cells overlaid on the moving map display.
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External Engine Data Acquisition Unit (DAU) or Sensor Interface Unit (SIU) —Allows the MFD
to display the aircraft engine gauges and other Engine Page functions, and provides engine
leaning assistance.