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Sport SX/Sport EX/Horizon EX

Installation Manual

Revision G
20-April-2017
SPORT Installation Manual GRT Avionics

Copyright© 2016

3133 Madison Ave. SE


Wyoming, MI 49548
(616) 245-7700

www.grtavionics.com

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FORWARD

Congratulations on your purchase of the GRT Avionics EFIS! We are pleased that you have chosen
our product to meet your flying needs.

This manual describes installation of the GRT Sport SX/EX and Horizon EX EFIS using the software
version shown in the Record of Revisions. Some differences may be observed when comparing
the information in this manual to other software versions. Every effort has been made to ensure
that the information in this manual is accurate and complete. Visit the Grand Rapids Technologies
(GRT) website, www.grtavionics.com, for the latest manual updates, software updates and
supplemental information concerning the operation of this and other GRT products. GRT is not
responsible for unintentional errors or omissions in the manual or their consequences.

Information in the document is subject to change without notice. Grand Rapids Technologies
reserves the right to change or improve their products and to make changes in the content of this
material without obligation to notify any person or organization of such changes or improvements.

Copyright © 2001 - 2016 Grand Rapids Technologies or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved.

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RECORD OF REVISIONS

Sport SX Sport EX
Revision Date Change Description
SW Rev SW Rev
1- May-
A N/A Initial Release
2007
1-April-
B 3f Extensive
2008
18-Dec-
D 8g Complete Reissue
2012
07-Mar-
E 11 Addition of adaptive AHRS
2015
23-Nov-
F 11 — Numerous updates. Added Sport EX/Horizon EX.
2016

G 11 All AOA Install, Both set of mag wire colors added.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
RECORD OF REVISIONS....................................................................................................iv

SECTION 1: GENERAL DESCRIPTION...............................................................................8


Introduction...................................................................................................................................................8

Certification....................................................................................................................................................8

System Description & Architecture......................................................................................................8

Display Unit Features & Limitations.....................................................................................................9

Light Aircraft Avionics Primer...............................................................................................................10

Gray-Code Altitude Encoder Output (Applies to Sport SX Only)..........................................14

USB Port........................................................................................................................................................14

Physical Wiring...........................................................................................................................................14

Optional Features - (Sport EX Only)...................................................................................................15

Analog Inputs/Audio Output - (Sport/Horizon EX only)...........................................................15

Basic Engine Monitoring Functions - (Sport/Horizon EX Only)..............................................16

Optional Features - (Sport SX Only)..................................................................................................16

For More Information…..........................................................................................................................16

SECTION 2: MECHANICAL INSTALLATION.....................................................................17


Display Unit Installation..........................................................................................................................17

Remote Digital Magnetometer Installation .................................................................................17

Legacy Analog Magnetometer Installation for Sport SX200...................................................18

Cooling Considerations..........................................................................................................................19

Pitot-Static Connections........................................................................................................................19

Angle-of-Attach Pressure Port Connection....................................................................................20

SECTION 3: WIRING CONSIDERATIONS.........................................................................21


General Guidelines...................................................................................................................................21

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Power Connections..................................................................................................................................21

Ground Connections................................................................................................................................22

Magnetometer Wiring ...........................................................................................................................22

Multiple AHRS Inputs - (Sport EX/Horizon EX Only)..................................................................22

Loss of GPS Data.......................................................................................................................................23

Specific Equipment Interconnect Details.........................................................................................23

Warning Light Output..............................................................................................................................23

SECTION 4: Initial Checkout, Basic Configuration Settings, and Calibration.....................24


Display Unit Check Out...........................................................................................................................24

Basic Configuration Settings................................................................................................................24

Configuring Serial Ports..........................................................................................................................24

Required setup for the internal GPS......................................................................................................24

Sport SX Internal GPS Settings................................................................................................................25

Sport EX - Trig TT22 Port...........................................................................................................................25

Sport EX - Required setup for the internal AHRS.............................................................................25

Sport EX - Defining Magnetometer Connections............................................................................25

AHRS/Air Data Computer Test ................................................................................................................26

Setting Instrument (AHRS) Orientation ...............................................................................................27

Magnetometer Location Validation.......................................................................................................28

Wiring Problems - Sport SX200 (Legacy).............................................................................................28

Set Final Magnetometer and Instrument Orientation ...................................................................29

Check Uncorrected Magnetic Heading................................................................................................29

Magnetometer Calibration Procedure..................................................................................................30

Measuring the Accuracy of the Magnetic Heading.........................................................................32

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How accurate should the magnetic heading be?.............................................................................32

Sport EX - Basic Engine Monitoring Required Settings.............................................................32

SECTION 5: EQUIPMENT INTERCONNECT DETAILS....................................................34


Introduction................................................................................................................................................34

Serial Ports...................................................................................................................................................34

Common Equipment Wiring Details..................................................................................................34

Appendix: Mounting, Wiring & Interface Diagrams..............................................................37


8.4” SPORT EFIS.........................................................................................................................................38

6.5” SPORT EFIS.........................................................................................................................................39

Mounting Template.................................................................................................................................39

External Module Footprint and Mounting Holes.........................................................................40

Magnetometer Installation Notes......................................................................................................41

Sport SX Internal GPS Diagram (Sport SX only)............................................................................42

Sport SX200A (Adaptive AHRS) Connector A Pinout Diagram...............................................43

Connector A Pinout Diagram, Legacy Model SX200 .................................................................44

Magnetometer - Digital and Analog (Legacy)...............................................................................45

Sport SX200A - Connector A - Suggested wiring for a dual-screen system ...................46

Sport SX200 (Legacy*) Connector A -Suggested wiring for a dual-screen system .......47

Sport SX100 Connector A Pinout - Suggested wiring for a Multi-Screen System .......48

Sport EX/Horizon EX - Connector A Pinout Diagram.................................................................49

Sport EX/Horizon EX - Connector B Pinout Diagram.................................................................50

Sport EX Basic Engine Monitoring Wiring.......................................................................................51

Sport EX - Common Tachometer Connections.............................................................................52

Dual Sport SX200 Interconnect Diagram Example......................................................................53

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Trim/Flap Position Sensor Wiring.......................................................................................................54

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SECTION 1: GENERAL DESCRIPTION


Introduction
This document provides the physical, mechanical and electrical characteristics and installation
requirements for the GRT Sport SX, EX EFIS and GRT Horizon EX display.

This document, the Sport Set Up Guide and the Sport Users Guide make up the set of Sport user
documentation.

Certification
The GRT Sport EFIS is not certified for installation in FAA Type Certificated Aircraft. It is designed
and intended for installation in VFR aircraft licensed as Experimental or Light-Sport.

System Description & Architecture


The GRT Sport EFIS (Electronic Flight Information System) consists of one or more panel mounted
Display Units and a remotely mounted magnetometer (optional for the Sport EX). The Sport SX
Display Unit is available in panel mount or radio rack configurations with either a 6.5” or 8.4” screen.
The Sport EX and Horizon EX are available with a 7” screen. Dimensional drawings for both sizes,
as well as the magnetometer, are provided in the Appendix of this manual.

The GRT Sport system can be as simple as a single EFIS with pitot/static input or as complex as the
imagination and number of serial & USB ports allows. The most basic configuration is a single EFIS
screen to display the primary flight instruments of airspeed, altitude, heading, attitude, vertical
speed, and rate of turn. To do this, the primary display unit contains an attitude-heading reference
system, or AHRS, which works with an externally-mounted magnetometer unit to determine aircraft
attitude and heading information. The internal air data computer is connected to the aircraft
pitot/static system to determine airspeed and altitude. The GRT AHRS is unique in the industry in
that it provides attitude data without gyros, GPS or pitot/static input, making it more reliable than
systems that require external data.

The Sport SX EFIS display units have two model numbers. The S200 is used as the primary flight
display (PFD) in a multi-display system, or the only display in a single-display system. It contains
the AHRS, Air Data Computer, and altitude encoder for the transponder. It may also contain the
optional Internal GPS, but this is typically installed in the secondary unit in multi-unit systems.

The S100, or multi-function display (MFD) or slave unit, is never used as a primary unit. It does not
contain an AHRS, air data computer or encoder, but may contain the Internal GPS if ordered. The
S100 may be used to display map & weather data, engine instruments, or a redundant display of
the flight instruments through the inter-display link. If a builder prefers dual AHRS systems for
redundancy, they would install a second S200 in place of the S100.

An internal GPS is standard in the Sport SX and EX models, providing ground track and a moving
map. Any external GPS may also be used which includes the standard NMEA0183 serial data output,
or aviation format. Most GPS units will always transmit their flight plan, allowing the EFIS to show

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this on its map and flight plan pages. This feature is also useful for adding IFR GPS capability to
the Sport system via an IFR approved GPS. Note that the only GPS functions will be transmitted
via a GPS serial output, such as position, ground track, flight plan, etc, and other non-GPS data,
such as map details, terrian, XM weather, etc, are not displayed on the GRT EFIS screen.

When the Grand Rapids Technologies Engine Information System (EIS) unit is installed in the aircraft,
every engine parameter imaginable is able to be monitored through the EFIS system. The EIS
module senses the desired engine or environmental data, such as exhaust gas temperature, cylinder
head temperature, oil temperature/pressure, and outside air temperature, and displays it on both
the EIS screen and the EFIS screen. While the EIS displays it in numerical data only, the EFIS can
display data in graphical format, which is useful and easy to read during flight. One notable feature
is the EGT line graph, which tracks EGT data for each cylinder over time and allows easy and
instantaneous rough-engine troubleshooting. The ENG page on the EFIS is dedicated to engine
and environmental parameters. Engine data can also be displayed on a portion of the primary
flight display page, fully customizable in-flight according to the pilot’s taste and situation.

GRT strives to maintain open compatibility with third-party equipment vendors. This allows aircraft
builders and pilots the freedom to choose whatever brands fit their mission and budget, as well
as the flexibility for easy upgrades as technology evolves. Radios, transponders, ADS-B modules,
and many other third-party units interface with the GRT Sport through serial and USB ports. Gray
code output is available for transponders that require it. VOR/localizer data, traffic alerts, and
in-flight weather are very common additions that are easily displayed on the EFIS screen. The
addition of a second or third EFIS screen also doubles or triples the number of available serial and
USB ports available, allowing use of more third-party devices. The inter-display link between EFIS
screens allows data from most devices to be shared among screens for redundancy and
convenience.

See Section 5, the Appendix of this manual, and the Support section of grtavionics.com for
information on various GRT system & third party equipment configurations.

Display Unit Features & Limitations


Ÿ Complete PFD/Map/Engine display functionality (optional sensors required).
Ÿ Optional Synthetic Vision with 10 mile range with terrain, obstacles, airports, and more.
Ÿ Sunlight-Readable LCD displays, dimmable for night vision.
Ÿ Internal AHRS/Air Data computer provides critical attitude, altitude and airspeed data.
Ÿ Supports internal GRT GPS, external GRT GPS module, or third-party GPS.
Ÿ High-Integrity AHRS; Does not require pitot/static or GPS aiding.
Ÿ Internal world-wide database
Ÿ Displays Traffic Information Service (TIS) traffic. when used with Mode S transponder
Ÿ Interfaces to XM, ADS-B weather and ADS-B traffic

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Ÿ Interfaces to SL30/40 for display of VOR/ILS/GS and tuning pre-set radio frequencies
Ÿ Fully-integrated autopilot functionality or interface with third-party autopilot units
Ÿ Flight director
Ÿ Customizable split-screen views, PFD-MFD screen swap, engine page and moving map overlays
Ÿ Up to 5 serial ports (4 standard; fifth comes with upgraded processor)
Ÿ Optional ARINC 429 expansion module for full interface with Garmin panel mount GPS

The serial interfaces with at least the following equipment. The list is always growing...
Ÿ ADS-B (Traffic and Weather)
Ÿ EIS Engine Monitor (all versions)
Ÿ GRT Autopilot Servos
Ÿ Single or Dual GPS Receivers (all types)
Ÿ Full Nav Interface with Garmin 400/500/600/700 Series Panel Mount GPS/Nav/Comm
Ÿ Single or Dual SL30/SL40
Ÿ Deviation data from all Nav radios except those with composite outputs
Ÿ XM Satellite Weather
Ÿ CO Guardian
Ÿ TIS Traffic datalink (GTX 330)
Ÿ Zaon Traffic
Ÿ BF Goodrich WX-500 Stormscope
Ÿ Vertical Power (All Models)
Ÿ Tru-Track Autopilot
Ÿ Trio Autopilot
Ÿ All transponders which use serial data input
Ÿ TCAS

Light Aircraft Avionics Primer


Modern flight instrumentation systems may seem intimidating, but they can be simpler to install
than their analog counterparts. This section provides some basic information for aircraft builders
new to the world of electronic flight display systems.

System Components & Communication

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Sport SX Display Unit Physical Specs


Overall Size: 6.5” Sport SX

Faceplate 7.1” wide x 5.25” high

Depth of Display Unit 4.75” behind panel face (approx.)

Panel Opening 6.25” wide x 5.19” high

Weight 3.5 lbs

Overall Size: 8.4” Sport SX

Faceplate 8.7” wide x 6.47” high

Depth of Display Unit 4.75” behind panel face (approx.)

Panel Opening 8.064” wide x 6.33” high

Weight 4.2 lbs

Sport EFIS Specifications


SX200: 200 degrees/second, all axis simultaneously.
Max Angular Rate
SX200A: 250 degrees/second, all axis simultaneously.
Pitch/Roll Angles Range Unlimited

Operating Temperature Range -15° F to +160° F (-25° C to +70° C)

Storage Temperature Range -25° F to +185° F (-30° C to 85° C)


Maximum rate of change of
Unlimited
temperature
Long Term Reference Accelerometer and Magnetometer (not GPS dependent)

Display Direct sunlight-readable

Max/Min Backlight Intensity 800/3 nits.

Airspeed Range (Standard) SX200: 35-285 mph IAS SX200A 20-330 mph IAS

Airspeed Range (High-Speed) SX200: 50-600 mph indicated


-1,000 to +35,000 feet; Meets U.S. IFR accuracy
Altimeter Range
requirements
Magnetic Heading Gyro-stabilized; <5 degrees error

Current draw <1 amp

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Sport EX/Horizon EX 7” Display Unit Physical Specs


Faceplate 7.19” wide x 4.75” high

Depth of Display Unit 1.5” behind panel face (approx.)

Panel Opening 6.25” wide x 4.38” high

Weight 1.5 lbs

Sport EX AHRS/Air Data Computer Specifications

Max Angular Rate 250 degrees/second, all axis simultaneously

Pitch/Roll Angles Range Unlimited

Operating Temperature Range -15° F to +160° F (-25° C to +70° C)

Storage Temperature Range -25° F to +185° F (-30° C to 85° C)


Maximum rate of change of
Unlimited
temperature
Accelerometer (roll and pitch) and Magnetometer or GPS
Long Term Reference
(yaw)
Display Direct sunlight-readable

Max/Min Backlight Intensity 1000/3 nits.

Airspeed Range (Standard) 25-330 mph IAS

Airspeed Range (High-Speed) 50-600 mph indicated


-1,000 to +35,000 feet; Meets U.S. IFR accuracy
Altimeter Range
requirements
Magnetic Heading Gyro-stabilized; <5 degrees error

Current draw <1 amp

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A key element to designing a glass-panel installation is the communication between different


components of the system, which occurs primarily through serial ports. For panels with multiple
screens it is essential to consider the effect of any single device failing, including a power bus,
GPS, etc., and to a lesser extent, multiple failures.

Most electrical connections to the EFIS are made through d-sub connectors. These connectors
provide pins for dedicated functions, such as power, ground, warning light output, etc., and other
pins for serial ports.

All serial ports are user-configurable to allow them to be used with a wide variety of other
equipment. Each serial port consists of two pins– a Transmit (OUT) and a Receive (IN)–that
exchange information between the display unit and a connected device such as a GPS, radio or
autopilot. Some devices will only transmit data (such as a GPS), some will only receive data (such
as altitude data to a transponder), and some will do both (such as autopilot servos).

There are two potential limitations that should be considered when planning your serial port
connections:

● The baud rate set for as serial port in the EFIS corresponds to BOTH the serial input and output.

● The type of function for an EFIS serial input does not have to match, but the baud rate must be
considered. For example, serial input 1 on the EFIS could be wired to an EIS engine monitor. It
would be configured for 9600 baud. Serial output 1 on the EFIS could be used to send altitude
data to a transponder if it accepted data at 9600 baud.

● The hardware design of the serial inputs to the EFIS impose less than RS-232 standard loads, so
the data provided to multiple EFIS screens can be provided by any standard RS-232 output. For
example, as serial output from an external GPS can be wired to multiple GRT EFIS display units
without concern for the loading the EFIS may place on this signal.

The Sport SX has four serial ports, all high speed (five if it has the upgraded processor). Sport HS
or WS units only have four serial ports, and Port 4 is the only high-speed port. (This is why XM
Weather must be wired to Serial Port 4 when installed in a WS or HS system.) During the display
unit Setup Procedure, you will use the GRT Sport Setup Guide to program the display unit and “tell”
it which device uses each serial port and the baud rate it requires.

The Sport EX and Horizon EX provide 6 serial ports, all of which are high-speed.

Data is transported through the serial ports to make the devices work. A stream of serial data is
like a sentence, and data packets are like the words. Data packets are transmitted in a
predetermined order and frequency. This frequency is known as the baud rate. A device that
communicates at a baud rate of 9600 delivers 9600 coded data packets per second in a sequence
that the receiving device expects. The baud rate of the serial port in the EFIS must be configured

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to match that of the device. Note that when two devices share one serial port, they must use the
same baud rate.

Gray-Code Altitude Encoder Output (Applies to Sport SX Only)


Older transponders use a binary language called gray-code to receive data from altitude encoders.
Because the Sport EFIS contains an internal altitude encoder, it provides a range of pins on
Connector A for gray-code output. These pins are designated on the PFD Connector A Pinout
Diagram in the Appendix of this manual. Each pin has an alphanumeric code attached to it. The
manufacturer of the transponder has designated the matching codes for the pins of the
transponder’s connector. Newer transponders, such as the Garmin GTX 327 and GTX 330, have the
option to use serial data instead of gray-code, which can simplify things by cutting all this work
down to one wire if you have a free serial port.

USB Port
In some cases other equipment may communicate with the EFIS via a USB connection. A USB port
is easy to connect and transmits large amounts of data quickly. USB devices do not require you to
program a baud rate. The Sport SX/EX/Horizon EX all have one USB port that may be used for one
USB device, or you may attach a USB hub to run up to three devices. Software updates are also
delivered to the EFIS via USB– simply install the software update files onto a USB thumb drive from
the GRT website, then install the thumb drive to the EFIS USB port. The EFIS will upload the files
when you follow the Update instructions in the Sport Setup Guide.

Physical Wiring
The EFIS is supplied with a wiring harness composed of 22 gauge tefzel insulated stranded wire
suited for use in any aircraft. All wires are different colors, and are terminated with a d-sub
connector pin. Wires that are certain to be used, such as power and ground, are factory installed
in the d-sub connector housing. The remaining wires are can be inserted into the connector for
inputs that are to be used. If a wire is installed in the wrong location in the connector housing it
can be removed using a d-sub pin removal tool, although this can be somewhat difficult.

When routing wires it is highly desirable to allow to allow extra wire length to allow for future
maintenance or alterations. When wiring an airplane it can also be useful to run spare wires to
accommodate future changes. Be sure wires are never so short that they must be put under tension
to allow them to be plugged.

If you should need to install you own pins, information on how to crimp wires is available on the
EAA’s Hints for Homebuilders website, as well as written information in the publications listed at
the end of this section.

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The pinout diagrams included in this manual show the function of each d-sub connector pin. NC
means “no connection,” or a pin that should not be used. TX, or transmit, designates a Serial OUT,
and RX, or receive, designates a Serial IN connection.

The graphic interface diagram is provided as an example of how different devices are wired to the
EFIS. The example provided uses two EFIS screens, an EIS, Garmin SL30 nav/com and GTX327 Mode
C transponder, Navworx ADS-B unit, and a GRT integrated autopilot. It shows one efficient way
to use the serial ports, and is based on many years of experience of our techs. Of course, this is
just an example, and different third-party equipment and serial port configurations are left up to
the builder and panel designer.

Optional Features - (Sport EX Only)


The Sport EX/Horizon EX include optional features that allow you purchase the EFIS at a lower cost,
and then expand the capabilities of the EFIS in the future, usually without removing it from your
instrument panel. These options can be purchased in a group at a discount, or individually as you
need them. The options are:

● Moving Map - Includes free database updates for US territory. Worldwide database coverage is
provided by Jeppesen database subscritpion.

● Synthetic Vision/Terrain Relief Map - 10 mile range, high-resolution forward looking synthetic
vision includes terrain, runways, obstacles, waypoints, and traffic

● ADS-B Displays for traffic and weather on the PFD and MAP screens - Requires a connection to
any ADS-B receiver that provides data in the standard GDL-90 format.

● Bluetooth wireless interface to the free GRT Connect Android App


● 3 Additional Serial Ports (3 are standard)
● Analog Inputs/Audio Output (See below)
● Basic Engine Monitoring (See below)
● Angle-of-Attack sensing*
● Touchscreen*
*These options requires a hardware upgrade, requiring the unit to be returned to GRT.

Analog Inputs/Audio Output - (Sport/Horizon EX only)


The Sport EX/Horizon EX I includes optional analog input and an audio output. The analog inputs
allow the EFIS to measure up to 4 individual voltages in the airplane that can be used by the EFIS
that are commonly used for displaying trim and flap position, but may be user-defined for just
about any purpose. For example, these inputs could be used to display fuel levels, fuel pressure,
water temperature, or even ignition advance (if this was provided by your ignition system).

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The audio output provides alerting when limits are exceeded, altitude call-outs on approach, traffic
alerts, and much more. The audio output is wired through your intercom or audio panel.

Basic Engine Monitoring Functions - (Sport/Horizon EX Only)


Basic engine monitoring provides oil temperature, oil pressure, tachometer, hourmeter and flight
timer. The option is provided with the sensors. These sensors are compatible with the GRT Engine
Information System (EIS), to allow for a simple upgrade in the future. Other engine monitoring
can be added using the optional analog inputs. (EGT and CHT monitoring can not be performed
via the analog inputs due to the very small voltages generated by these probes. )

Optional Features - (Sport SX Only)


The Sport SX includes a moving map, ADS-B displays, bluetooth wireless enabled, 5 serial ports
and audio alerting as standard features. Synthetic vision/Terrian relief map and angle-of-attack
are available options. Touchscreen, basic engine monitoring, and analog inputs are not available
at this time.

For More Information…


Depending on what your “mission” is, you may want a simple VFR system, or an IFR system with
many built-in redundancies. The GRT system enables customization for the whole range of
possibilities, from simple to sophisticated, depending on the builder’s desire and skill level.

While this manual covers the very basics of EFIS wiring & communication and the GRT Sport-specific
details, there are many very important safety aspects of aircraft wiring that we cannot even begin
to discuss in this manual. The techs at GRT recommend the following sources for more information
on proper aircraft avionics & electrical system design:

by Bob Nuckolls is a great place to start. This manual covers everything


from the very basics of electricity to the proper design and installation of sophisticated IFR-capable
systems.

Longtime EAA columnist Tony Bingelis’s books, the series, have long been a
staple of experimental aircraft builder knowledge. In addition to wiring considerations, Mr. Bingelis
discusses all aspects of kitplane building, from spinner to tail.

FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-2B provides the “certified” reference for safe and durable aircraft wiring
techniques, though it is a bit outdated. It is available online for free download from www.faa.gov.

All of the above publications are available at Amazon.com.

The Experimental Aircraft Association has compiled a collection of videos called Hints for
Homebuilders on its website, www.eaa.org. A quick search through these will give you valuable
hints on various wiring topics, including properly crimping D-sub/Molex connector pins.

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SECTION 2: MECHANICAL INSTALLATION

Display Unit Installation

Mount the display unit(s) in the desired location in the instrument panel. The main consideration
in choosing a location is the ability to view the display unit and reach its controls. Since the display
is fully sunlight-readable, no consideration for shielding the display unit from sunlight is required.
Be mindful of the space behind the instrument panel as well; some aircraft with tip-up canopies,
for example, have canopy supports that may interfere with the back of the EFIS when the canopy
is closed. See the Appendix of this manual for 6.5” and 8.4” Sport mounting templates.

1. For panel mount style display units, the use of nut plates behind the instrument panel greatly
simplifies the task of installing and removing the 4 screws used to retain the display unit in
the panel. #6 socket cap stainless steel screws are recommended.

2. For radio rack style display units, the #6 screws on the side of the unit (2 per side) should be
used to attach the display unit to the radio rack.

Remote Digital Magnetometer Installation


(This section does not apply to Horizon EX.)

The remote magnetometer must be placed in an area of the airplane with little or no
electromagnetic interference. The cable is 20 feet long and designed to reach out to the wingtip
or tail. The magnetometer is marked with an arrow pointing in the direction of flight. Mount the
it with the arrow pointing forward, parallel to the centerline of the airplane. There is not a
designated “top” of the magnetometer, so it can be turned on its side for easier mounting. The
side of a wing tip rib is a simple place to put it. The arrow on the magnetometer should be parallel
with the centerline of the airplane for yaw. Pitch attitude is not critical as long as it is within 60
degrees nose up or nose down.

60° up limit

Longitudinal Axis

60° down limit

NOTE: The most common cause of magnetic sensing error is simply magnetic disturbances near
the magnetometer. This can be caused by ferrous metal (any metal that a magnet will stick to),

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control cables, or cable carrying electrical currents, such as navigation or landing lights, being too
close to the magnetometer. The magnetometer’s location will be tested for interference in Section
4, after the initial boot-up checks of the Mini.

Legacy Analog Magnetometer Installation for Sport SX200

Determining the location of the magnetometer requires considerable care because of the
magnetometer's sensitivity to magnetic disturbances generated by the airplane. No periodic
maintenance is required for the magnetometer, although it is desirable to mount it in a location
that allows access to it if necessary. The most important consideration when mounting the
magnetometer is choosing a location in the airplane that is away from magnetic disturbances. It
is quite amazing how sensitive the magnetometer is to these disturbances, and how much error
this can cause in the magnetic heading reported by the AHRS.

Keep the magnetometer at least 12 inches away from any current carrying wires (such as navigation
or landing light wires), and more than 18 inches from ferrous metal, such as the steel mass balance
tube that is typically used in the leading edge of ailerons. Use non ferrous hardware (or even
double sticky tape) for mounting the magnetometer.

You can test your proposed magnetometer location prior to mounting the magnetometer itself by
placing an ordinary compass at the spot. Then,

Figure 2-1: Magnetometer/Display Mounting Alignment

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1. Turn on and off any electrical equipment whose wiring passes within 2 feet of the magnetometer.

2. Move the flight controls from limit to limit.

3. If the magnetometer is located within 2 feet of retractable landing gear, operate the landing
gear.

Observe the compass while doing each of the above. The goal is no movement, or compass
movement of less than 5 degrees. If you observe greater movement, try another location. After
the installation and wiring of the magnetometer and display unit(s) is complete, a more sensitive
check for magnetic disturbances will be conducted.

The magnetometer and the AHRS in the Primary Flight Display unit work together. For this reason,
they must be oriented in the same directions, that is, the pitch, roll and yaw axes of the
magnetometer and the PFD display unit which contains the AHRS need to be parallel. A standard
level can be used to orient the magnetometer and display unit such that they are equal in roll, and
in pitch. For yaw, the orientation of these devices should be parallel to the fuselage centerline. In
cases where the magnetometer is mounted in the wing, it may be possible to orient the
magnetometer parallel to a wing rib, if these ribs are oriented in the wing such that they are parallel
to the fuselage centerline. This is quite practical in airplanes such as Van’s RV’s. Figure 2-1 illustrates
this.

NOTE: Magnetometer and Display Unit with AHRS must be mounted in same attitude
relative to each other.

Be sure to mount the magnetometer with the connector toward the rear of the airplane. Observe
the label on the magnetometer to insure it is oriented correctly. Refer to the Magnetometer
Installation page in the Appendix of this manual for additional installation instructions.

Cooling Considerations
The GRT Sport EFIS SX/EX and Horizon ES do not require external cooling. However, as with all
electronic equipment, lower operating temperatures may extend equipment life. Units in an
avionics stack heat each other through radiation, convection and sometimes by direct conduction.
Even a stand- alone unit operates at a higher temperature in still air than in moving air. Fans or
some other means of moving air around electronic equipment are usually worthwhile. Be certain
that cooling air does not contain water – a problem often encountered when using external forced
air cooling air. A few small openings in the glare shield is usually enough to allow natural air
circulation.

Pitot-Static Connections
The PFD display unit also contains the Air Data Computer. The ADC requires connection to the
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facilitate installation and removal of the display unit, quick disconnect fittings may be helpful.
Connections and the entire pitot-static system must be leak tight. Refer to AC 43.13-2B for
approved methods to achieve this.

Consider placing a water trap or drain in the lowest part of the pitot-static system to prevent water
from getting into the electronics. Make sure the drain is of a high enough quality that it seals
completely airtight when closed.

Angle-of-Attach Pressure Port Connection

When equipped with the sensed angle-of-attack (AOA) option, the pitot/static block will also include
a port for sensing the AOA using a dual port pitot tube. This type of pitot tube provides the pitot
pressure for sensing indicated airspeed, and a second pitot pressure for sensing AOA. Typically
this AOA pitot is positioned about 60 degrees down from the pitot used to sense indicated airspeed.
This probe is available from several third-party sources, or may be fabricated by the builder by
adding a second pitot tube, bent to point 60 degrees below the pitot used for airspeed. When
constructing your own AOA pitot, it should be mounted as close as practical to the airspeed pitot.

Use the appropriate tubing to make an air-tight connection between the AOA pitot and the AOA
port on the EFIS. The AOA port is located between the pitot (marked “P”) and the static (marked
“S”) ports.

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SECTION 3: WIRING CONSIDERATIONS

General Guidelines

Wires that are certain to be used are pre-installed in the EFIS cable assembly connectors. Optional
connections to the EFIS are not installed in the D-sub connectors at the factory, however, colored
aviation-grade wires with pre-installed D-sub connector contacts are included for these connections.
The cable description diagram includes recommended wire colors for each connection to the EFIS
components.

When routing the wiring, the following guidelines should be considered:

Ÿ Good practices for physical installation of the wiring should be followed, such as grommets where
wires pass through sheet metal, considering for chaffing and interference with moving
mechanisms, etc..

Ÿ Cable lengths should include enough extra length to allow for servicing the equipment. For
example, the cables which plug into the display unit should be long enough to allow them to be
connected to display unit with the display unit not installed in the instrument panel.

Ÿ In general, routing of the wiring is not critical, as the EFIS is designed to be tolerant of the electrical
noise and other emissions typically found in aircraft. Some consideration should be given to avoid
routing wires near antennas, or other locations that could impart high levels of electromagnetic
signals on the wiring.

Ÿ The checkout procedures outlined in Section must be completed to verify the EFIS is not affected
by radio transmissions on any frequency.

Ÿ Consider the effects of individual component failures in the design of the system as a whole to
create redundancy where necessary.

Power Connections

The display units each include 2 isolated power input connections. This allows redundant power
sources, such as a main and secondary bus. The display units consume approximately 1 amp,
making even a 2 Amp-hour gel cell a suitable backup power source..

The configuration of the power supplied to the display unit(s) is left to the installer. Considerations
such as the number of power buses, the desire or not to supply one piece of equipment with power
from redundant buses (which in theory allows the possibility of one device affecting both buses),
the configuration of the electrical system with respect to backup equipment, and so on, may dictate
the best configuration for a particular airplane.

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No provision is included within the display units for a power switch. If a power switch is desired
for the EFIS, the +12V power should be controlled with the switch (not ground).

The display units include internal thermally-activated fuses. This protects the equipment from
internal electrical faults. Power supplied to the EFIS must pass through a fuse or circuit breaker.
It should be sized to allow at least 1.5 amps per display unit, with a maximum rating of 5 amps.

The AHRS and display units monitor all of their power inputs, and alarms are available to annunciate
the loss of any power source that was provided and is expected to be working according to the
“General Setup” menu.

The majority of the current flow into the display unit will occur on the bus with the highest voltage.

It is desirable to have the display units and AHRS off during the engine start if all of the buses
which power them are used for supplying power to the engine starter. This maximizes the current
available for the starter, and prevents undesirable voltage fluctuations from being applied to the
display unit when it is booting up.

Ground Connections
The cable assembly provided includes 22 gauge wire for the ground return of the display units.
This will result in a voltage drop of about 0.015 V/foot, which is acceptable for wire lengths up to
10 feet.

Magnetometer Wiring
Typically, the magnetometer cable supplied with the EFIS will not have a D-sub connector installed
on magnetometer cable end. This makes it easier to route this cable through the airplane. After
the cable has been routed, the wires can be cut to length if desired, although new D-sub pins
would need to be installed. If the wires are not cut, inspect the D-sub connector pins to verify they
have not been damaged. Insert the indicated wire color into the appropriate D-sub connector
housing hole according to the Sport Connector Definitions diagram. If desired, the crimp-type
D-sub connector can be replaced with a solder-type connector.

All magnetometer connections are made directly to the mating display unit with internal AHRS.
This wiring includes the power connections necessary for the magnetometer to operate. SX200A
Only: The digital magnetometer serial output may be shared between any number of the Mini-X,
Mini-AP, and any Adaptive AHRS. SX200 Legacy Only: Each AHRS and magnetometer pair is
calibrated together at the factory for optimal accuracy, and thus this paring should be maintained
for best performance.

Multiple AHRS Inputs - (Sport EX/Horizon EX Only)


The Sport EX/Horizon EX is capable of receiving two sets of primary AHRS data. Typically one set
of primary AHRS data would come from its internal AHRS (Sport EX), and a second set may be
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provide normal autopilot performance when the EFIS is wired to autopilot servos. Providing the
EFIS with multiple attitude sources allows for automatic cross-checking of the attitude data.

Future growth: The EFIS will use “Backup” AHRS data to perform cross-checking between all of
attitude sources provided to it. Backup AHRS data is data provided to the EFIS via an inter-display
unit link, and may include some latency, and thus can not be relied upon for normal autopilot
performance. Backup AHRS data can be selected to drive the EFIS screens. When this is selected,
the EFIS will continuously display “Backup Attitude” on the PFD screen to alert the pilot that this
data is a duplicate of the data provided by the backup source. Backup attitude data allows the EFIS
to more reliably choose the best AHRS when the cross-check detects a mis-compare.

Loss of GPS Data


While it is expected that the EFIS will be provided with GPS data to provide accurate navigation
information, it is possible that all GPS data could be lost. If this were to occur when in flight,the
EFIS will dead-reckon from its last known GPS position. Due to varying winds and sensor errors,
the EFIS system position will degrade in accuracy over time. The intent of the dead-reckoned system
position is to provide approximate position information so that the pilot has time to implement
other means of navigation, such as visual observations, VOR, etc.

Specific Equipment Interconnect Details


Most equipment shares information with the EFIS via a serial port connection. Each serial port in
the EFIS that is wired to another device must be configured so the EFIS knows what it has been
connected to. This is accomplished via the “Set Menu”, “General Setup” menu. Each serial port is
listed, and entries are provided to allow configuring them for a wide variety of functions. Since all
serial ports on the Sport SX, Sport EX, and Horizon EX are high-speed ports , capable or receiving
data at 115,200 baud, any serial port can be used for any function.

Detailed instructions and wiring information for connecting to specific other avionics equipment,
along with EFIS pinout information, are provided in Section 5 and the Appendix of this manual,
and are provided as “Equipment Supplements” on the website.

Depending on the other equipment installed in the airplane, switches may be necessary or desirable
for some functions. For example, a switch to allow the autopilot to be controlled by the EFIS, or
directly from the GPS, allows the GPS to control the autopilot in the event the display unit which
normally commands the autopilot is not functioning.

Warning Light Output


A warning output is provided on the d-sub connector to drive an external warning light. This output
provides a path to ground when active, thus the indicator should be wired with one of its terminals
to aircraft power, and the other to this output. The maximum current that can be controlled by
this output is 0.2 amps.

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SECTION 4: Initial Checkout, Basic Configuration Settings, and Calibration

Display Unit Check Out


1. Apply power to the display unit. The LCD may flicker, and within 20 seconds, the display should
show the accept page if on the ground. (If in-flight, the accept page will not be displayed. )

2. If multiple power buses connect to the display unit, apply power from each bus individually
to test.

Basic Configuration Settings


The basic configuration settings can be made in any order. The default settings will usually allow
most basic functions, such as the AHRS and GPS, to function, but this is not true for serial ports.

Configuring Serial Ports


When wiring the airplane it was likely that serial ports were used to send and receive information
to other equipment. Each serial port, input and output, must be configured to allow successful
communication with these devices. This configuration includes setting both the function, and the
buad rate. A serial counter is provided to show when data is being detected at a serial input to the
EFIS to help validate a new installation.

The serial ports can not be configured. The configuration data is accessed by finding the “Set Menu”
softkey that appears on the PFD, MAP and Engine pages. Pressing this button bring up the Settings
Menu. Categories, and settings within them, are selected by rotating the knob to choose an item,
and pressing the knob to enter or change a setting.

Serial port configuration for various devices are described in equipment supplements on the GRT
website, and in the “Sport Setup” Manual.

Once all settings are complete, the settings should be backed up to a USB memory stick using the
“User Setting Backup” function on the “Display Unit Maintenance” set menu. This will allow you to
restore these setting if they every become altered, and also allows you to review the settings when
away from the airplane by viewing the backup file with a text editor.

Required setup for the internal GPS


The internal GPS must be designated as GPS1, GPS2, or No (not used), to specify with of the two
possible GPS sources the EFIS may use. “No” specifies that the internal GPS will not be used. For
external GPS inputs, the serial port setup specifies if a particular input is configured as GPS1 or
GPS2. The following user setting defines how the internal GPS is to be used.

Internal GPS: None / GPS1 / GPS2. (Applies to Sport EX only. Accessed via the Set Menu, General
Setup submenu) (Factory default is GPS1). This setting is used to assign the internal GPS to one
of the two EFIS GPS inputs. If “None” is selected, up to 2 external GPS inputs may be wired through
the serial inputs and/or from data transmitted over the inter-display link from another GRT EFIS.

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At least one GPS should be connected to the EFIS. Only one GPS source (internal or external, can
be assigned to GPS1, and only one GPS source may be assigned to GPS2.)

Sport SX Internal GPS Settings


The internal GPS provides serial data at 9600 baud in the NMEA0183B format. The output from
this GPS is wired to pin 32, may be shared with all GRT EFIS display units as desired, as well as at
least two other devices, such as an ELT, transponder, etc. If these other devices impart too much
load on the serial output, the signal level will be reduced and some or all of these device will receive
no data.

Sport EX - Trig TT22 Port


The Sport EX provides an A/B port for direct connection to the Trig via its A/B port. If this port is
wired to the Trig TT22, the following should be set. This setting is accessed from the set menu,
general setup submenu:

TT22 A/B Port: (On/Off) Default is off. Turn this on if a Trig TT22 is wired to the Sport EX. This
setting should be off is a Trig TT 22 is wired to the EFIS via a serial port using the GRT-Trig adapter.

Sport EX - Required setup for the internal AHRS


The Sport EX is capable of receiving two sets of primary AHRS data. Typically one set of primary
AHRS data would come from its internal AHRS, and a second set may be provided through a serial
port connection to an external AHRS. “Primary” AHRS data is required to provide autopilot
functionality when the EFIS is wired to autopilot servos.

Future growth: The EFIS will use “Backup” AHRS data to perform cross-checking between all of
attitude sources provided to it. Backup AHRS data is data provided to the EFIS via an inter-display
unit link, and may include some latency, and thus can not be relied upon for normal autopilot
performance. Backup AHRS data can be selected to drive the EFIS screens. When this is selected,
the EFIS will continuously display “Backup Attitude” on the PFD screen to alert the pilot that this
data is a duplicate of the data provided by the backup source.

A user setting is provided to allow for designating if the internal AHRS is to be used, and if so,
whether it is identified as AHRS1 or AHRS2. This setting is accessed from the set menu, general
setup menu, and appears as follows:

Internal AHRS : No/AHRS1/AHRS2 - Normally this is configured to AHRS1. If the display unit is
wired to an external AHRS, the serial port for this AHRS would be configured as AHRS2. If two sets
of external AHRS data is provided to the EFIS, this setting must be set to “No”.

Sport EX - Defining Magnetometer Connections


Since the adaptive AHRS does not require a magnetometer, a setting is provided to specify if one
has been connected to the AHRS. This allows the EFIS to detect if an installed magnetometer has

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stopped providing data. A setting is provided for each of the two possible AHRS connections.
This setting is provided via the set menu, general setup submenu.

AHRS(1/2) Has Magnetometer: Yes/No/Auto (default is auto) - Set to match your installation.
If it is unknown, use the “Auto” setting until you determine if one has been connected. The EFIS
will generate a warning if an AHRS specified to have a magnetometer provides data showing that
no magnetometer data is being received by this AHRS.

AHRS/Air Data Computer Test


Note: All sections related to AHRS/Air Data Computer, and magnetometer, apply only to the Sport
SX200, and Sport EX, since these models include an AHRS/Air Data Computer, and may include an
optional magnetometer.

1. Apply power to display unit with internal AHRS.

2. Proper operation of the AHRS and magnetometer is indicated as follows:

a. The display unit shows altitude and airspeed tapes.

b. Attitude and heading data appears on the screen at the completion of the alignment period
(typically less than 2 minutes).

c. No "ATTITUDE FAIL" message is shown on the PFD screen.

d. No failure messages are listed in the status page (accessible from the "Status" softkey on
the PFD screen).

3. Select the “Set Menu” from the softkeys, and select the “AHRS Maintenance” page.

4. Verify AHRS communications status is valid, and AHRS status is OK. Verify the AHRS is receiving
serial communications from the display unit by observing that no data fields are grayed out.

5. Verify the PFD screen shows HDG next to the heading box at the top-center of the screen.
This indicates that it is receiving valid heading data from the magnetometer.

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Setting Instrument (AHRS) Orientation

This is a coarse setting to account for angled instrument panel installations. You will fine-tune the
instrument orientation again in flight after validating the location of the magnetometer (if installed).

1. Access Set Menu > AHRS Maintenance. Scroll to Set Instrument Orientation.

2. Enter the offset in degrees for each axis. Positive corrections correspond to right roll, pitch
up, and right yaw. See example sketches below (not to scale):

Instrument Panel Tilt


20° Pitch Down =
-20 Pitch Offset

Longitudinal Axis

EFIS Tilted toward Pilot


15° Right Yaw =
+15 Yaw Offset

Longitudinal Axis

line drawing used with permission from Sport Performance Aviation, LLC

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Magnetometer Location Validation

1. Park the aircraft on a level surface and start the engine.

2. Press any button on the EFIS display to bring up the soft key labels. Press SET MENU soft key,
then scroll to and select AHRS Maintenance. Locate Magnetic Heading field on this screen.

NOTE: Do not use the heading data shown on the heading tape on the PFD for calibration
because this is a composite reading of several other pieces of information. The Magnetic
Heading field contains instantaneous data on magnetic heading only.

3. Observe the Magnetic Heading and verify it does not change by more than +/- 2 degrees
while doing the following:

a. Turn on and off any electrical equipment whose wiring passes within 2 feet of the
magnetometer.

b. Move all flight controls from limit to limit.

c. Shut down the engine and observe the heading while the engine is not running, noting
any difference.

d. For aircraft with retractable landing gear: If the magnetometer is located within 2 feet of
retractable landing gear, support the aircraft using proper jacking equipment, then repeat
Step 1 while operating the landing gear.

e. If greater than +/- 2 degree change is noted, either relocate the magnetometer or the
offending wiring or metallic materials. Recheck.

The most common cause is simply magnetic disturbances near the magnetometer. This can be
caused by ferrous metal (any metal that a magnet will stick to), control cables, or cable carrying
electrical currents, such as navigation or landing lights, being too close to the magnetometer. If
there is any doubt about a location, try moving the magnetometer to another location. Use tape
or other temporary means to hold it in place, roughly aligned with the orientation of the AHRS,
and repeat the test.

Wiring Problems - Sport SX200 (Legacy)

1. Some wiring problems will be detected by the AHRS built-in-test functions. The will result in
an AHRS Attitude Fail Message, and an "AHRS: Magnetometer X, Y or Z-Axis Failed" message
on the status page that is accessed by the STATUS button from any page. If this message is
present, the wiring to the magnetometer should be checked.

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2. It is also possible that no built-in-test failure is reported, but the wiring is still incorrect. This
can occur if the magnetometer X, Y, Z inputs are swapped. To check for this, point the airplane
at various directions listed in the table below, with the magnetometer in an approximately
level position (it may need to be removed from the airplane and held by hand). Use the AHRS
Maintenance page to observe the "Magnetometer X, Y, Z Raw Data". The following should be
observed:

* The raw data readings will appear to shift left and right on the screen once per second, as the
signs change for a brief moment. This is normal, and the brief sign changes should be ignored
when using this table of the expected readings.

** The Z Raw data will be greatly influenced by where on the earth the test is performed. Positive
values will be observed in the northern hemisphere and negative values in the southern hemisphere.

Set Final Magnetometer and Instrument Orientation

Once the chosen magnetometer location is verified to have acceptable levels of interference, set
the orientation of the magnetometer.

1. Go to Set Menu > AHRS Maintenance > Set Magnetometer Orientation. Answer the prompts
on the screen to begin automatic orientation of the magnetometer. For maximum accuracy,
this procedure should be performed with the ambient temperature is in the range of 50-90
deg F.

2. When the final instrument and magnetometer orientations are set, perform the Fine
Magnetometer Calibration, described in the next section.

Check Uncorrected Magnetic Heading

While the calibration procedure can remove errors as large as 127 degrees, accuracy is improved
if the location chosen for the magnetometer requires corrections of less than 30 degrees.

To check the accuracy of the uncorrected magnetic heading:

1. Scroll to Magnetometer Calibration on the AHRS Maintenance page and select it.

2. While on this page, rotate the airplane 360 degrees. A red graph will appear on this page
showing the calculated errors.

If errors of greater than 30 degrees are observed, see section 4.3 to troubleshoot.

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Magnetometer Calibration Procedure


The magnetometer must be calibrated before the first flight of the aircraft. Magnetometer
calibration is required to achieve accurate magnetic heading readings. This calibration corrects for
errors induced by magnetic disturbances local to the sensor, such as ferrous metal objects.

NOTE: The AHRS will not allow magnetometer calibration to be initiated if the airspeed is greater
than 50 mph to prevent inadvertent selection while in flight. If calibration is successful, the existing
calibration data (if any) will be replaced with the new corrections.

The Magnetometer Calibration page will help guide you through this procedure with its on-screen
menus and prompts.

Note: Before performing this procedure, be sure the AHRS orientation and magnetometer
orientation have been set. If these are not performed, the magnetometer calibration will not result
in accurate magnetic headings.

1. Point the aircraft to magnetic north, in an area without magnetic disturbances, such as a
compass rose.

A simple means of pointing the airplane toward magnetic north is to taxi the airplane slowly
and use the GPS ground track to determine when you are taxiing in a magnetic north direction.
Make small corrections to the direction of travel of the airplane, and continue to taxi for several
seconds for the GPS to accurately determine your ground track. The GPS cannot determine
your track unless you are moving.

2. After the aircraft is positioned accurately, turn ON the GRT Sport. (If it was already on, then
turn it OFF, and then back ON again.)

3. Allow at least 1 minute for the AHRS to fully stabilize.

4. Press any button on the EFIS display to bring up the soft key labels. Press SET MENU soft key,,
then scroll to and select AHRS Maintenance. Scroll to and select Magnetometer Calibration
field on this screen.

5. Press Start soft key.

6. The first question is “Are you sure?” Press YES if you are sure.

7. Verify the airplane is still pointed to magnetic north. Answer the question “Are the aircraft,
AHRS, and magnetometer pointing to magnetic north?” with YES. A message will appear at
the bottom of the screen indicating the system is waiting for the gyros to stabilize.

8. As soon as the message “Calibration in Progress” is displayed (within 15 seconds), rotate the
aircraft 360 degrees plus 20 degrees in a counter-clockwise manner (initially towards west).
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airplane must be rotated completely through 360 degrees, plus an additional 20 degrees past
magnetic north, within 3 minutes after initiating the calibration. The airplane should be rotated
slowly, such that it takes approximately 60 seconds for the complete rotation.

9. If calibration is successful, the AHRS will re-start itself automatically, and begin using the
corrections. While re-starting, the AHRS will not provide data. This will result in the AHRS data
disappearing from the display unit for about 10 seconds.

10. If calibration is unsuccessful, one of two things will happen. In either case, the calibration
procedure must be repeated.

a. If the airplane is rotated too rapidly, the calibration will not end after the airplane has been
rotated 380 degrees.

b. It will exit calibration mode, and will show “Calibration INVALID - Maximum correction
exceeded” if a correction of greater than 127 degrees is required. (Invalid - OVERLIMIT will
be displayed on the AHRS maintenance page next to the Magnetometer Calibration field.)
A correction of greater than 127 degrees can be caused by incorrect mounting of the
magnetometer, or location of the magnetometer too close to ferrous metal in the aircraft,
or starting with the airplane not pointed toward magnetic north or magnetometer wiring
errors.

The accuracy of the magnetometer calibration can now be verified.

11. Point the airplane toward magnetic north.

12. Turn ON the AHRS (if already ON, turn it OFF, and then back ON).

13. Verify the AHRS (on AHRS Maintenance page) shows a heading close to north. (Small errors
are likely to be a result of not positioning the airplane to the exact heading used during
magnetometer calibration.)

14. Select the Magnetometer Calibration page. (Do not activate the calibration this time.)

15. Rotate the airplane through 360 degrees, and inspect the Calculated Error graph (the red line)
drawn on the screen.

The magnetic heading errors should be less than 5 degrees, and can typically be reduced to about
2 degrees. Accurate magnetic heading is required for the AHRS to display accurate heading data,
and to allow accurate wind speed/direction calculations.

The graph will also show the correction stored in the AHRS as a green line. The green line will be
within the +/- 30 degree range if the magnetometer was mounted in a good location, and was
mounted accurately with respect to the AHRS.

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The status of the magnetometer correction data is indicated by the field next to the Magnetometer
Calibration setting on the AHRS Maintenance page. If the field has the message “Change to open
page,” then no valid data is stored within the AHRS and it must be recalibrated. If the field says
“Valid,” it means that the data is present. Keep in mind that the accuracy of this data is not assured
because it is dependent on how carefully the user performed these steps. The calibration data
should be cross-checked with reliable ground references such as a compass rose or runway
headings before flight.

Congratulations! Magnetometer calibration is now complete.

Measuring the Accuracy of the Magnetic Heading

The accuracy of the magnetic heading can be easily observed while taxiing and comparing the
magnetic heading displayed on the AHRS maintenance page, to the gps groundtrack. The difference
between them is the heading error in that direction.

This can also be observed on the PFD screen, although the heading data on this screen is slaving
the yaw gyro, and thus will respond slowly to the difference between the displayed heading and
the the magnetometer heading. When using the PFD screen, the best technique is to point the
airplane in the direction to be tested, wait at least 20 seconds, or until the heading is not changing,
and then taxi until the ground track is stable on the PFD also. The difference between them is the
magnetic heading error. If it is excessive, the fine magnetometer calibration should be repeated.

How accurate should the magnetic heading be?

Achieving highly accurate magnetic heading requires that the magnetometer be installed in a good
location on the airplane, and the AHRS be mounted accurately. Due to the steep angle of the
earth’s magnetic fields (only about 20 degrees off vertical), the attitude data from the AHRS must
be used to process the magnetic field data from the magnetometer, and for every degree of attitude
error, 3 degrees of heading error will be induced.

Heading error of less than 5 degrees are not normally apparent in normal flying, but errors this
large will cause the winds calculated by the EFIS to be inaccurate. For every 1 degree of heading
error, 1.7% of the forward speed of the airplane will be falsely reported as a cross-wind. Thus, with
only a 5 degree heading error, an airplane flying at 100 knots will show a false crosswind of 8.5
knots.

Sport EX - Basic Engine Monitoring Required Settings

When using the basic engine monitoring function option that is part of the Sport EX, the following
settings must be made to allow for correct readings. These settings are accessed using the Set
Menu, General Setup, and are located just below the serial port settings.

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TachP/R - The TachP/R setting must be set to match the number of pulses per revolution of the
engine provided by the tachometer connection. The following table below shows the most common
settings.

Pulses per Type Use Equivalent EIS Tach


Revolution P/R Setting
1.5 6-cylinder 4-stroke engines with magneto 0
1 4-cylinder 4-stroke engine with magneto 1
2 Rotax 2-cycle engine - Point-Style Ignition 2
5 Jabiru 4-cylinder (s/n 22A2662 and older) 5
6 Jabiru 4-cylinder (s/n 22A2663 and newer) 6
6 Jabiru 6-cylinder 6
6 Rotax 2-cycle engines with CDI ignition 6
6 HKS 6
1.25 5-cylinder 4-stroke with magneto 17
1.75 7-cylinder 4-stroke with magneto 18
2.25 9-cylinder 4-stroke with magneto 19

Tachometer Sensitivity - (Low/High) The tachometer input includes a sensitivity adjustment.


Chart tachometer
The “Low” sensitivity setting is best for most Title connections as it provides the greatest
amount of filtering and tolerance of noise on the tachometer signal from the engine. The "High”
sensitivity setting is best for connections to electronic ignition systems that provide a 0-5V pulse
output. Since less filtering is provided when the high sensitivity setting is used, it should not be
used unless required.

Note: The tachometer input can tolerate signals of 200V or greater, regardless of the TachSen
setting.

Caution: Accurate tachometer readings should be verified by another tachometer source, such as
an optical tachometer. Attempting to fly with insufficient engine power could be dangerous.

Oil Pressure (150/80) - Sets the oil pressure sensor range that has been wired to the EFIS. This
setting defaults to 150. Caution: Using an 80 psi sensor with this setting as 150 will cause the
displayed oil pressure to be twice actual pressure.

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SECTION 5: EQUIPMENT INTERCONNECT DETAILS


Introduction

This section contains information for wiring some of the most popular brands and models of
avionics to interface with the GRT Sport. If your specific unit is not listed in this manual, please
check the Support section of our website or contact GRT tech support at (616) 245-7700 for more
information. After initial installation and wiring of all the components, use the GRT Sport Setup
Guide to program limits, baud rates and preferences into the EFIS.

Serial Ports

The serial ports listed in this section are general suggestions. You may use any serial port with baud
rates compatible with the equipment you want to connect. (NOTE: For Sport HS units with the
original processor, serial port 4 is the only serial port that will support GRT XM Weather.)

Common Equipment Wiring Details

NOTE: Refer to the latest revisions of the installation manuals of each third-party component to
ensure correct wiring information.

Transponders: The EFIS can provide altitude encoding information for most transponders, including
Garmin GTX327 and GTX330. Gray code outputs are provided for transponders that require this
format (see pinout diagram in Appendix A). Newer transponders, such as the Garmin GTX327 and
GTX330, may use either serial output or Grey code.

Radio Tuning: The EFIS has the ability to load the Garmin SL30 and SL40 radios with frequency
pre-sets to allow convenient selection of these frequencies from the front panel controls of the
radio. For the SL30, the EFIS can also tune the navigation radio. This data is transmitted to the radio
via an RS-232 serial output from the EFIS display unit.

Display of Navigation Data from the SL30: The EFIS provides an HIS and other functions that
display and use the VOR bearing data provided by the SL30 Nav/Com. Localizer and glide slope
deviation data is also displayed on the EFIS from this radio. This data is transmitted to the radio
via an RS-232 output from the EFIS display unit.

Multi-Display Unit Considerations: Although the navigation data from the SL30 is communicated
to other display units via the inter-display serial data connection, allowing this data to appear on
all display units, it is preferable to connect the serial data output from the SL30 to two display units
independently. This allows the SL30 navigation data to be displayed in the event one display unit
is not functional. One serial data output from the SL30 may be connected to multiple display units.
Only one serial data output TO the SL30/SL40 is provided, but in this case, redundancy is not an

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EFIS Device
Unit Function Notes
D-Sub Pin D-Sub Pin

Garmin Connector 3721, Provides altitude encoding data to


35 Serial Output 2
GTX327 Pin 19 Transponder

Connector 3721, Provides altitude encoding data to


35 Serial Output 2
Pin 24 Transponder
Garmin
GTX330
Connector 3721,
33 Serial Input 4 Receives TIS data from Transponder
Pin 25

External Varies; RS-232


30 Serial Input 1 Use RS-232 Serial Out from GPS unit
GPS Serial Data Out

For tuning radio through EFIS. Only


Garmin Pin 10 of 15-pin
37 Serial Output 4 one display unit may provide this
SL40 connector
connection.
For tuning radio through EFIS. Only
Pin 4 of 37-pin
37 Serial Output 4 one display unit may provide this
connector
Garmin connection.
SL30
Pin 5 of 37-pin Provides navigation data to EFIS. May
33 Serial Input 4
connector be connected to multiple display units.

Output from EFIS emulates


TruTrak GPS Serial Data
34 Serial Output 1 NMEA0183B serial data to control
Autopilot Input
autopilot.

issue. If the display unit that provides the tuning data to the SL30/SL40 is not operational, the radio
would simply be tuned by its front panel controls.

External GPS: The EFIS can accept and display GPS data, including flight plans, from other GPS
sources such as Garmin GNS430/530 and GPSMAP496.

Providing EFIS Internal GPS Data/Active Waypoint to External Devices:

Sport SX - When equipped with the optional internal GPS, serial input 3 is wired within the EFIS to
its internal GPS. This will cause serial output data to be present on this EFIS serial input, which may
be wired to other devices that require GPS data. No flight plan or active waypoint data is provided.

Sport EX - Configuring any serial output to “Autopilot-NMEA 0183” will provide NMEA0183 GPS
data including the active waypoint. The flight plan will not be transmitted.

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Optional Dual Serial Inputs to Autopilot: A switch may be installed to allow coupling the autopilot
to the GPS in the event the display unit that normally controls the autopilot is not functional. This
switch is wired to select between the EFIS autopilot output and the GPS serial data output. This
switch should remain in the EFIS position unless the display unit that provides the autopilot output
is not functional. When the switch is in the “GPS” position, the autopilot will follow the GPS flight
plan only, and will not respond to EFIS autopilot mode selections such as HDG and others.

See or Equipment Supplements on the website for instructions on


how to program the EFIS to communicate with each of the third-party units listed in this section.

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Appendix: Mounting, Wiring & Interface Diagrams

Contents

Appendix: Mounting, Wiring & Interface Diagrams.................................38


8.4” SPORT EFIS...............................................................................................................................................................39

6.5” SPORT EFIS...............................................................................................................................................................40

Mounting Template.......................................................................................................................................................40

External Module Footprint and Mounting Holes...............................................................................................41

Magnetometer Installation Notes............................................................................................................................42

Sport SX Internal GPS Diagram (Sport SX only)..................................................................................................43

Sport SX200A (Adaptive AHRS) Connector A Pinout Diagram.....................................................................44

Connector A Pinout Diagram, Legacy Model SX200 .......................................................................................45

Magnetometer - Digital and Analog (Legacy).....................................................................................................46

Sport SX200A - Connector A - Suggested wiring for a dual-screen system ..........................................47

Sport SX200 (Legacy*) Connector A -Suggested wiring for a dual-screen system .............................48

Sport SX100 Connector A Pinout - Suggested wiring for a Multi-Screen System .............................49

Sport EX/Horizon EX - Connector A Pinout Diagram.......................................................................................50

Sport EX/Horizon EX - Connector B Pinout Diagram.......................................................................................51

Angle of Attack (AOA) Installation and Calibration ..........................................................................................52

Sport EX Basic Engine Monitoring Wiring.............................................................................................................53

Sport EX - Common Tachometer Connections...........................................................................................................................54

Dual Sport SX200 Interconnect Diagram Example............................................................................................55

Trim/Flap Position Sensor Wiring.............................................................................................................................56

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Note: Depth of display unit is approx. 5” beind the panel 6.310
face. Allow additional 3.5” to 4” behind display unit for
wiring and pitot/static connections.
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8.400

8.700

Panel cutout 8.044” x 6.33” (This allows for a small clearance each side) Use No. 6 mounting screws. 8-4 Sport Template.pdf

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6.5” SPORT EFIS
Mounting Template

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Note: Depth of display unit is approx. 5” beind the panel


face. Allow additional 3.5” to 4” behind display unit for
4.25 5.25
wiring and pitot/static connections.

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6.80

Panel cutout 6.24” x 5.19” (This allows for clearance on each side) Use No. 6 screws for mounting. 6-5 Sport Template.pdf

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Ÿ External GPS module
Ÿ RAIM GPS module
Ÿ ARINC module
Ÿ Magnetometer
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Notes:
Ÿ Drawing shows height of module mounting
platform only.
Ÿ GPS and ARINC modules are 9/16” taller
than mount.
Ÿ Allow an extra 3” above ARINC module for
D-sub connector.

External Module Footprint and Mounting Holes

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1.125 1. Orient with the end opposite the D-sub connector toward
1.400 the front of the aircraft.
2. The recommended location for the magnetometer is in the
wingtip. The magnetometer must be as far away as practical
from ferrous metal, moving ferrous metal (such as
bellcranks, landing gear, etc), stainless steel cables, wiring
Position this end toward front of aircraft. that carries DC currents, strobe power supplies, motors,
magnets, steel counterweights, transmitting antennas, or
anything else that causes magnetic interference. It may be
Example of selecting a magnetometer location possible to locate the magnetometer in the fuselage, as far
in an RV-4,6,7,8,9 or 10. Although the fuselage from the engine as possible, but this is not recommended
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unless necessary.
is tempting, it has stainless steel rudder and seat
belt attachment cables that run the length of the 3. If mounting within 5' of transmitting antennas, or in any
location in a composite aircraft, be sure to test the location
fuselage. In addition, cargo can be carried in the by observing the raw magnetometer reading on the EFIS
baggage area that could also be magnetic. The while transmitting.
wing is easily accessible, so it is the ideal location 4. Do not locate within 18 inches of a strobe power supply, or
for the magnetometer. Since the leading edge of electric motors.
the aileron contains a steel tube counterweight, 5. Route wires carrying heavy currents (such as landing lights
the magnetometer should be located well forward so they do not pass closer than 12 inches to the

FRONT
of the aileron. Experience has shown that the magnetometer.

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magnetometer must be no more than one

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6. A location can be tested using an app in a smartphone
lightening hole aft of the main spar. Wiring is run called Magnetmeter”, or “GPS Status”. These apps display
through this wing just behind the main spar, and the magnetic field strength, and the direction of the
magnetic field. Use the app to measure the earth magnetic
since this wiring carries DC current for the nav field strength when far from any possible sources of
light, it should be routed around the magnetic interference. Then place the phone in the

TOP
magnetometer so that it is at least 8-12” away. proposed location of the magnetometer, and verify the
field strength in this location is unchanged. Next, move the
flight controls, turn on power to everything in the airplane,
and observe that the strength and direction of the field
does not change.
Mounting Holes 3/16" diameter (2) 7. The magnetometer must be mounted in the same
orientation as the AHRS/Air Data Computer to within 0.5
degrees. This is most easily accomplished by observing the
“accelerometer roll” and “accelerometer pitch” readings on
the display unit “AHRS Maintenance” page, and adjusting
the mounting of the magnetometer to match using a
protractor or digital level. Be sure to consider which way is
left or right roll, and which way is pitch up or down.
8. The magnetometer is not affected by temperature or
9-pin female D-sub connector moisture.
9. Mount with brass or nylon hardware only.
Mounting Flange

Magnetometer Installation Notes

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Sport SX Internal GPS Diagram (Sport SX only)


This diagram does not apply to Sport EX or Horizon EX.

EFIS Display Unit

36 TX
GPS In RX
(internal) Internal GPS

32 RX
GPS Out TX
(internal)

Pin 32
406 MHz ELT
or other GPS
device

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Sport SX200A (Adaptive AHRS) Connector A Pinout Diagram


Connector A is a 37-Pin D-Sub female connector that attaches to the male EFIS 37-pin D-sub. Pins
that are certain to be used, such as the Magnetometer connections, are pre-wired at GRT.
Commonly used optional wires are supplied as loose pinned wires. Empty pins are optional; for
example, Pins 10-19 are reserved for Grey code output if your transponder requires it.

Pin Function Wire Color Pin Function Wire Color


1 _ Primary Power Input RED 20 Audio - SW Ver 11 and
2 s Secondary Power Input RED/BLU up
_ 21 s GPS Memory RED/WHT
3 GND BLK
4 MAG GND BLK 22 NC
23 Audio Ground
5 Reserved - No Connect
_ 24 NC
6 Magnetometer Serial In WHT/BRN
25 NC
7 Reserved - No Connect
26 q RX5**
8 Reserved - No Connect
27 q TX5**
9 MAG PWR WHT/RED
28 q Warning Light
10 q D4 Alt Encoder Output
29 s OAT Sensor GRY
11 q C4 Alt Encoder Output
30 q RX1
12 q C2 Alt Encoder Output
31 s RX2 GRN/BLK
13 q C1 Alt Encoder Output
32 RX3 Internal GPS*
14 q B4 Alt Encoder Output
33 q RX4
15 q B2 Alt Encoder Output
34 s TX1 BLU
16 q B1 Alt Encoder Output
35 q TX2
17 q A4 Alt Encoder Output 36 TX3 Internal GPS* –
18 q A2 Alt Encoder Output 37 TX4
19 q A1 Alt Encoder Output
1 19 _ Connected in wiring harness
s Supplied as loose pinned wires
q Optional wiring
20 37 *NOTE: See Figure A-1 for information about
Wiring Harness Connector as
optional Internal GPS and Serial Port
viewed from REAR (wired side)
3.**Applies to SX with CPU/GPU processor
* Legacy SX200 Sport EFIS can be differentiated from the Sport upgrade.
SX200A by noting the AHRS software version on the Set Menu,
AHRS Maintenace page. AHRS software versions less than 50
(or 0.50) are legacy type AHRS.

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Connector A Pinout Diagram, Legacy Model SX200


Connector A is a 37-Pin D-Sub female connector that attaches to the male EFIS 37-pin D-sub. Pins
that are certain to be used, such as the Magnetometer connections, are pre-wired at GRT.
Commonly used optional wires are supplied as loose pinned wires. Empty pins are optional; for
example, Pins 10-19 are reserved for Grey code output if your transponder requires it.

Pin Function Wire Color Pin Function Wire Color

1 _ Primary Power Input RED 20 Audio Output (SW Ver


11 and above)
2 s Secondary Power Input RED/BLU
21 s GPS Memory RED/WHT
3 _ GND BLK
22 NC
4 _ MAG GND BLK
23 Audio Ground
5 _ MAG X WHT/GRN
24 NC
6 _ MAG Y WHT/BRN
25 NC
7 _ MAG Z WHT
26 q RX5**
8 _ MAG CNTRL WHT/BLU
27 q TX5**
9 _ MAG PWR WHT/RED
28 q Warning Light
10 q D4 Alt Encoder Output
29 s OAT Sensor GRY
11 q C4 Alt Encoder Output
30 q RX1
12 q C2 Alt Encoder Output
31 s RX2 GRN/BLK
13 q C1 Alt Encoder Output
32 RX3 Internal GPS*
14 q B4 Alt Encoder Output
33 q RX4
15 q B2 Alt Encoder Output
34 s TX1 BLU
16 q B1 Alt Encoder Output
35 q TX2
17 q A4 Alt Encoder Output
36 TX3 Internal GPS* –
18 q A2 Alt Encoder Output
37 TX4
19 q A1 Alt Encoder Output

1 19 _ Connected in wiring harness


s Supplied as loose pinned wires
q Optional wiring
20 37
*NOTE: See Figure A-1 for information about
Wiring Harness Connector as
optional Internal GPS and Serial Port 3.
viewed from REAR (wired side)

* Legacy SX200 Sport EFIS can be differentiated from the Sport **Applies to SX with CPU/GPU processor upgrade.
SX200A by noting the AHRS software version on the Set Menu,
AHRS Maintenace page. AHRS software versions less than 50
(or 0.50) are legacy type AHRS.

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Magnetometer - Digital and Analog (Legacy)


The magnetometer cable is provided without the B connector end attached. Use the following
diagram to attach the connector to the cable after routing it through the airframe.

Digital Magnetometer Analog Magnetometer (Legacy)

Pin Function Wire Color


Pin Function Wire Color
1 y MAG Y WHT/BRN
1 y Ground BLK or 2 y MAG Z WHT
WHT/BLU y MAG X
3 WHT/GRN
2 No Connect
4 y MAG PWR WHT/RED
3 No Connect
5 y MAG GND BLK
4 No Connect
y Power In (+4.3V) 6 y MAG CNTRL WHT/BLU
5 WHT/RED or
BLU* 7 NC
6 No Connect 8 NC
7 No Connect 9 NC
8 No Connect
9 y Serial Output WHT/BRN or y Insert pin into connector after the wires
ORG/BLK
are pulled through the airframe.

y Insert pin into connector after the wires


are pulled through the airframe. 5 1

9 6

1 5 Wiring Harness Connector as


viewed from REAR (wired side).
Analog magnetometer has a
female d-sub connector. (Mating
6 9
cable uses a male d-sub
connector.)
Wiring Harness Connector as
viewed from REAR (wired side).
Digital magnetometer has a male
d-sub connector. (Mating cable
uses a female d-sub connector.)

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Sport SX200A - Connector A - Suggested wiring for a dual-screen system


Connector A is a 37-Pin D-Sub female connector that attaches to the male EFIS 37-pin D-sub. Pins
that are certain to be used, such as the Magnetometer connections, are pre-wired at GRT.
Commonly used optional wires are supplied as loose pinned wires. Empty pins are optional; for
example, Pins 10-19 are reserved for Grey code output if your transponder requires it.

Pin Function Wire Color Pin Function Wire Color


1 _ Primary Power Input RED 20 Tone (future use)
2 s Secondary Power Input RED/BLU 21 s GPS Memory RED/WHT
3 _ GND BLK 22 NC
4 MAG GND BLK 23 NC
5 Reserved - No Connect 24 NC
_ Magnetometer Serial 25 NC
6 WHT/BRN
In 26 q RX5**
7 Reserved - No Connect 27 q TX5**
8 Reserved - No Connect 28 q Warning Light
9 MAG PWR WHT/RED 29 s OAT Sensor GRY
10 q D4 Alt Encoder Output q RX1
30
11 q C4 Alt Encoder Output s RX2
31 GRN/BLK
12 q C2 Alt Encoder Output _ RX3 Internal GPS
32
13 q C1 Alt Encoder Output q RX4
33 ORG
14 q B4 Alt Encoder Output s TX1
34 BLU
15 q B2 Alt Encoder Output q TX2
35
16 q B1 Alt Encoder Output _ TX3 Internal GPS
36
17 q A4 Alt Encoder Output 37 TX4 VLT
18 q A2 Alt Encoder Output
19 q A1 Alt Encoder Output _ Connected in wiring harness
1 19 s Supplied as loose pinned wires
q Optional wiring
**Applies to SX with CPU/GPU processor
20 37
upgrade.
Wiring Harness Connector as
viewed from REAR (wired side)

* Legacy SX200 Sport EFIS can be differentiated from the Sport SX200A by noting the AHRS software version on
the Set Menu, AHRS Maintenace page. AHRS software versions less than 50 (or 0.50) are legacy type AHRS.

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Sport SX200 (Legacy*) Connector A -Suggested wiring for a dual-screen system


Connector A is a 37-Pin D-Sub female connector that attaches to the male EFIS 37-pin D-sub. Pins
that are certain to be used, such as the Magnetometer connections, are pre-wired at GRT.
Commonly used optional wires are supplied as loose pinned wires. Empty pins are optional; for
example, Pins 10-19 are reserved for Grey code output if your transponder requires it.

Pin Function Wire Color Pin Function Wire Color


1 _ Primary Power Input RED 20 Tone (future use)
2 s Secondary Power Input RED/BLU 21 s GPS Memory RED/WHT
3 _ GND BLK 22 NC
4 _ MAG GND BLK 23 NC
5 _ MAG X WHT/GRN 24 NC
6 _ MAG Y WHT/BRN 25 NC
7 _ MAG Z WHT 26 q RX5**
8 _ MAG CNTRL WHT/BLU 27 q TX5**
9 _ MAG PWR WHT/RED 28 q Warning Light
10 q D4 Alt Encoder Output 29 s OAT Sensor GRY
11 q C4 Alt Encoder Output 30 q RX1
12 q C2 Alt Encoder Output 31 s RX2 GRN/BLK
13 q C1 Alt Encoder Output 32 _ RX3 Internal GPS
14 q B4 Alt Encoder Output 33 q RX4 ORG
15 q B2 Alt Encoder Output 34 s TX1 BLU
16 q B1 Alt Encoder Output 35 q TX2
17 q A4 Alt Encoder Output 36 _ TX3 Internal GPS
18 q A2 Alt Encoder Output 37 TX4 VLT
19 q A1 Alt Encoder Output
_ Connected in wiring harness
1 19 s Supplied as loose pinned wires
q Optional wiring
**Applies to SX with CPU/GPU processor
20 37
upgrade.
Wiring Harness Connector as
viewed from REAR (wired side)

* Legacy SX200 Sport EFIS can be differentiated from the Sport SX200A by noting the AHRS software version on the Set
Menu, AHRS Maintenace page. AHRS software versions less than 50 (or 0.50) are legacy type AHRS.

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Sport SX100 Connector A Pinout - Suggested wiring for a Multi-Screen System

Pin Function Wire Color Pin Function Wire Color


1 _ Primary Power Input RED 20 Tone (future use)
2 s Secondary Power Input RED/BLU 21 s GPS Memory * RED/WHT
3 _ GND BLK 22 NC
4 NC 23 NC
5 NC 24 NC
6 NC 25 NC
7 NC 26 RX5***
8 NC 27 TX5***
9 NC 28 Warning Light
10 NC 29 OAT Sensor
11 NC 30 _ RX1 Inter-Display Link VLT
12 NC 31 s RX2 EIS Serial Input GRN/BLK
13 NC 32 RX3 Internal GPS*
14 NC 33 RX4 **
15 NC 34 _ TX1 Inter-Display Link ORG
16 NC 35 TX2
17 NC 36 TX3 –
18 NC 37 TX4
19 NC
_ Connected in wiring harness
s Supplied as loose pinned wires
* Serial Port 3 is used for Internal GPS when
installed. The receiving port and GPS module are q Optional wiring
located inside the EFIS unit. Pin 32 functions as
1 19
an Output to feed GPS information to an external
device that requires GPS. Pin 36 is not available
when internal GPS is installed. See Figure A-1.
20 37
** Serial Port 4 is the only high-speed port in HS
and WS Sport EFIS units, making it the only port Wiring Harness Connector A as
suitable for XM Weather in these units. All five viewed from REAR (wired side)
SX serial ports are high speed.

***Applies to SX with CPU/GPU processor upgrade.

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Sport EX/Horizon EX - Connector A Pinout Diagram


Connector A is a 25-Pin D-Sub female connector that attaches to the male EFIS 25-pin D-sub. Pins
for primary power IN and ground are pre-installed in the connector. Commonly used optional
wires are supplied as loose wires. Wire colors and devices assigned to serial ports are suggestions
only. NC denotes “No Connection”.

Rec. Wire Note 1: See EX Installation


Pin Function
Color Manual for important
A1 S Serial 6 OUT (Note 2) WHT/BLK information about aircraft
S Serial 1 OUT battery depletion.
A2 WHT/GRN
A3 S Serial 5 OUT (Note 2) ORG
A4 S Serial 2 OUT BRN Note 2: Optional Serial Ports
S Serial 4 OUT (Note 2) 4-6 are enabled with the
A5 YEL/WHT
VFR/IFR Package or added
A6 NC with the serial option.
A7 NC
A8 RS-485 A (Trig TT22 A)
Note 3: Connector A harness
A9 RS-485 B (Trig TT22 B)
is 4 feet long. Longer
A10 Outside Air Temp Input (Note 4) GRY harnesses are available by
A11 Magnetometer Power Out (Note 4) BLUE special order.
A12 Magnetometer Ground Out (Note 4) WHT/BLU Note 4: OAT/Magnetometer
A13 Magnetometer Serial Input (Note 4) ORG/BLK connections applies to the
A14 I Primary Power IN RED Sport EX Only, and is “NC” for
A15 S Secondary Power IN RED/BLUE the Horizon EX.

A16 NC
A17 I Ground BLK
A18 S GPS Memory (Note 1) RED/WHT
A19 S Serial 2 IN YEL
A20 S Serial 1 IN WHT
A21 S Serial 4 IN (Note 2) GRN/BLK
Wiring Housing
A22 S Serial 5 IN (Note 2) YEL/BLU Connector A as viewed
A23 S Serial 3 IN GRY/RED from REAR (wired side)
A24 S Serial 6 IN (Note 2) YEL/GRY 1 13
A25 S Serial 3 OUT GRY/BLK
I = Installed in connector housing
S = Supplied as loose pinned wires 14 25

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Sport EX/Horizon EX - Connector B Pinout Diagram


Connector B is a 25-Pin D-Sub male connector that attaches to the female EFIS 25-pin D-sub. Pins
that are most likely to be used are pre-installed at GRT. Commonly used optional wires are supplied
as loose wires. Wire colors assigned to serial ports are suggestions only. Pins labeled NC denote
“no connection”. Connector B wires are 4 feet long. Longer wires are available by special order.

Pin Function Wire Color Note 1: Optional Analog


B25 Audio Output Ground (Note 1) Inputs and Audio Alerts are
B24 Audio Output (Note 1) both added with the Analog
Input Option.
B23 NC
B22 NC
B21 Analog 1 IN (Note 1) Note 2: Engine Sensor Inputs
are a factory added option
B20 Analog 2 IN (Note 1)
set that must be specified
B19 Analog 3 IN (Note 1) when ordering.
B18 Analog 4 IN (Note 1)
B17 NC
B16 NC
B15 NC
B14 NC
B13 Oil Temperature Input (Note 2)
B12 Oil Pressure Input (Note 2)
B11 Tachometer Input (Note 2)
B10 NC
B9 NC
B8 NC
B7 NC Wiring Harness
B6 NC Connector B as viewed
from REAR (wired side)
B5 NC
B4 NC
13 1
B3 Discrete Output 2
B2 Discrete Output 1
B1 Warning Lamp (Pulled to Ground) 25 14

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Angle of Attack (AOA) Installation and Calibration

Sensed AOA Installation


The sensed version of the angle of attack option uses a two-port pitot tube, such as the Garmin
GAP-26 heated pitot probe. If a heated probe is not required, a dual port pitot probe may be
fabricated by mounting a second pitot tube, bent downward at approximately a 60 degree angle,
as shown here.

When using a dual-port pitot tube, a pressure connection (typically using the same tubing and
hardware used for the pitot connection) is made from the AOA port on the pitot tube, to the AOA
port (center port on the pitot/static block on the rear of the instrument.

Calculated AOA Installation


No installation is required, as the angle of attack is computed from the AHRS pitch attitude, true
airspeed, and vertical speed. Note that this method, although not requiring any sensors or
additional pressure connections, degrades in accuracy while in rising or falling air.

Calibration of the AOA (Calculated and Sensed)


When in flight, in smooth air and at a sufficient altitude to safely stall the airplane, select the Set
Menu, Primary Flight Display. Near the end of this menu, set “Angle of Attack (AOA)” to “ON”. New
settings will appear below this setting when set to ON. We recommend setting “Pitch Limit Indicator”
to “ON”, following this setting is “AOA Pitch Offset”. Change this setting to activate the calibration
process, and follow the on-screen prompts. The prompts will include a step where you fly the
airplane near stall speed. When performing this step, minimal power should be used, and the flaps
should be in the retracted position.

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Sport EX Basic Engine Monitoring Wiring

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Sport EX - Common Tachometer Connections


Common tachometer connections are shown here for Sport EX/Horizon EX equipped with the basic engine monitoring option.

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Dual Sport SX200 Interconnect


Diagram Example

This example shows an EIS, SL30, GTX327,


GRT Autopilot, and Navworx ADS-600B.

WD2510
11-01-2012

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Trim/Flap Position Sensor Wiring


This diagram illustrates the use of an EIS engine monitor auxiliary input for sensing trim or flap position.
A Sport EX may use this method, or one of its optional analog inputs.

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