Document:
OFS-002
Date:
8/27/2018
Revision:
F
6. Recommended Installation Locations
The FlightBox Pro should be installed inside the cabin of the aircraft. Installation behind /
beneath the instrument panel is acceptable, as is installation in an avionics bay. Alternate
locations include the empennage, storage lockers, or other locations where the device can be
securely mounted to secondary structure of the aircraft.
7. Installation Instructions
Use the following procedure to install the FlightBox Pro:
7.1 Mounting Location
1. Select a location where the system can be mounted securely, does not interfere with any
existing aircraft systems, and does not block the pilot’s view in any way.
a. Be mindful of the ventilation requirements. Do not block the fan or the vents on
the FlightBox Pro case.
b. Select a location that will provide ample space to run the power and antenna
connections.
c. Make sure that one axis of the FlightBox case can be aligned to within 1° of
either major axis of the airframe. This is required for optimal AHRS output.
2. To avoid having to dismount the system, please note that you should set the system
orientation (the “forward” / “direction of flight” for the AHRS) prior to mounting the
system. Please see the User Guide for details on setting the orientation.
7.2 Electrical
1. Install a 1 amp circuit breaker on a non-essential buss. This will ensure that in the event
of a loss of power, the FlightBox Pro does not drain the aircraft battery.
a. If no discrete non-essential buss is available, make use of a circuit breaker that
can be manually disabled by the user (e.g. Klixon-style).
2. Connect the power input (+ / red lead) on the FlightBox Pro wiring harness to the 14v or
28v output from the circuit breaker using 20 gauge MIL-W- 22759/16 or equivalent wire.
3. Connect the ground (- / black) on the FlightBox pro to a suitable point on the aircraft
structure or to a grounding buss using 20 gauge MIL-W- 22759/16 or equivalent wire.
4. Insert the barrel connector on the wiring harness into the barrel jack on the FlightBox Pro
and tighten the locking collar.
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