Xtreme Vision TM ADS-B Display System with Synthetic Vision Traffic Patent Pending. User s Guide

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1 Xtreme Vision TM ADS-B Display System with Synthetic Vision Traffic Patent Pending User s Guide Copyright SkyVision Xtreme, LLC All Rights Reserved Use of this product is at the pilot s own risk. This product should never be used as the sole source of information for decision-making. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 1 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

2 Contents Revision History... 3 INTRODUCTION... 4 Terminology... 5 ADS-B and Xtreme Vision TM... 6 Before Startup... 7 Startup... 9 Control Panel: Fig1: When Transmit button is pressed Fig2: When the Call Sign button is pressed Fig3: When the ICAO button is pressed Fig4: When the red Emergency button is pressed UAT/RS Active Messages: Shutdown Description of Xtreme Vision Screen Character Representation Settings: Common Tab: Front View (3D View) Tab: Top View (2D View) Tab: D Window: Xtreme Vision TM Weather CONUS NEXRAD: Flight Plan Button: SIGMET: Text Weather Features: Data Capture and Playback To capture live data: To play back captured data: Connecting to WingX and other ipad /Android Moving Map programs ADS-B Data Interpreted by Xtreme Vision TM Connect to Sagetech Clarity: Xtreme Vision TM Appliance To Set up your ipad to work with the XV TM Appliance: Xtreme Vision Dual Screen Version Tips and Techniques Troubleshooting No UAT : I m getting Weather but no Traffic : Product Support DISCLAIMERS Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 2 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

3 Revision History Version Date Author Comments Jan-16 HES Updated for Split Screen and 7 Tablet 2.85A 24-Mar-15 HES Replaced Pocket Cloud with Jump Desktop RDP Mar-15 HES Added double tap and two finger tap Tips Aug-14 HES Added Tablet Tips and Techniques Mar-14 HES Added Dual Screen Version Photos with Labels Apr-13 J.Brady Updated for SkyVision Portable and V Oct-12 J.Brady Updated XV Appliance connection procedure Dec-11 J. Brady Added weather decode info, updated screenshots, added 3D view pan info Nov-11 J.Brady Added Flight Planning + XV Appliance Information Feb-11 J.Brady Added Shut Down sequence for hardware Jan-11 J.Brady Added XV Hardware Section Dec-10 J.Brady Minor revisions to text and added Levil EFIS. HS added terms and conditions Dec-10 J.Brady Overhauled images. Added SIGMET, new WX buttons,troubleshooting, etc Aug-10 J.Brady Changed TxtWx screen shot, added NEXRAD age info Aug-10 J.Brady Minor updates Aug-10 J.Brady Minor updates Aug-10 J.Brady Added Weather, Control Panel, other minor updates May-10 J.Brady Updated pictures, references to ipaq, and features labeling Oct-09 J.Brady Updated display features with no AWM Sep-09 J.Brady Updated features, removed No Heartbeat, includes AWM Sep-09 J.Brady AWM version with feature adjustments Sep-09 J.Brady Basically V1.1.0 with AWM added Jul-09 J.Brady Updated Display features Jul-09 J.Brady Initial Release Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 3 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

4 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Xtreme Vision TM ADS-B Display System from SkyVision Xtreme, LLC. Xtreme Vision TM is designed to provide an affordable solution for the FAA s NextGen system so that every pilot can use up-to-date ADS-B data to enhance situational awareness and augment traffic and weather avoidance strategies. SkyVision Xtreme, LLC realizes that pilots operate in 3D and have applied for a patent on the only 3D display that mirrors a pilot s real-time environment. We are confident that you will find the Xtreme Vision TM display and interface user friendly and intuitive. If there are any pieces missing or any issues, please contact your Xtreme Vision TM dealer immediately. Again, thank you for purchasing the Xtreme Vision TM Display System. From everyone here at SkyVision Xtreme, We wish you safe and happy flying! *READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USE* For up-to-date information regarding Xtreme Vision TM Software, software updates, or to contact us directly log on to Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 4 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

5 Terminology 1) ADS-B: Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast 2) UAT: Universal Access Terminal. May be used in this manual to denote ADS-B UAT with Bluetooth. 3) Rotorcraft: icon to represent large or small helicopters 4) Airships: icon to represent primarily blimps 5) Ground vehicles: any and all ground vehicles represented by this icon. 6) Display: refers to display screen and data as shown through Xtreme Vision TM 7) POH: Pilot s operating handbook. 8) Ownship: aircraft piloted by user, equipped with ADS-B UAT. 9) GBT: Ground-Based Transceiver, also known as Radio Station 10) RS: Radio Station, also known as Ground Based Transceiver 11) TIS-B: Traffic Information Services Broadcast 12) FIS-B: Flight Information Services Broadcast 13) METAR: METeorological Aviation Routine or aviation routine weather report. 14) SPECI: Specialized weather report, used when there is a significant deterioration or improvement in weather conditions. 15) TAF: Terminal Aerodrome Forecasts made available by the National Weather Service. 16) NEXRAD: Next-Generation Radar network of 159 high-resolution Doppler Weather radars operated by the National Weather Service. 17) NOTAM: NOtice To AirMen; advisory notice providing information on the establishment, condition, or change in any aeronautical facility, service, procedure, or hazard. 18) AIRMET: AIRmen s METeorological information; a concise description of the occurrence or expected occurrence of specified en route weather phenomena which may affect the safety of aircraft operations. 19) SIGMET: SIGnificant METeorological information; a weather advisory that contains meteorological information concerning the safety of all aircraft. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 5 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

6 20) PIREP: PIlot REPort; a weather report of actual conditions encountered by an aircraft in flight. 21) XV Appliance: SkyVision Xtreme processor used to transmit Xtreme Vision display screen to any display via WiFi. ADS-B and Xtreme Vision TM The Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast network is part of the FAA s Next-Generation Air Transportation System. The goal is to completely replace outdated radar-based technology in the future with satellite-based technology. The benefits of this system are already being proven. Using ADS-B, pilots have access to real time traffic data (ADS-B UAT data refreshes at 1 Hz once each second) that does not degrade with terrain or distance and also includes weather information. The improved safety provided by ADS-B will allow room for the expected increase in air traffic over the next few years. Using NextGen ADS-B technology, pilots will require less assistance from air traffic controllers. Below is a brief list of ADS-B benefits as listed on the FAA website Provides air-to-air surveillance capability. Provides surveillance to remote or inhospitable areas that do not currently have coverage with radar. Provides real-time traffic and aeronautical information in the cockpit. Allows for reduced separation and greater predictability in departure and arrival times. Supports common separation standards, both horizontal and vertical, for all classes of airspace. Improves ability of airlines to manage traffic and aircraft fleets. Improves ability of air traffic controllers to plan arrivals and departures far in advance. Reduces the cost of the infrastructure needed to operate the National Airspace System. Xtreme Vision TM has been developed as a solution to the problem of displaying ADS-B data. In keeping with the Next Generation technology that is ADS-B, SkyVision Xtreme has developed a modern 3D method for intuitively displaying ADS-B data. Pilots work in and react to 3 dimensions any time they are in a cockpit, yet for years their traffic and weather displays only gave them 2/3 of the picture. Xtreme Vision TM, on the other hand, adds the third dimension. The simple-to-understand manner in which traffic is displayed gives pilots access to information at a glance that once would have required them spending precious minutes reading displayed textual data. For example, in a 2D display, a pilot could tell that a traffic target was at a heading of 270, but would have to read textual data to find out if they were above or below their altitude and whether or not they were ascending or descending. With Xtreme Vision TM, this information is attained by just glancing at the 3D traffic representation. This intuitive 3D representation has become popular through Synthetic Vision displays of terrain, and Xtreme Vision now brings this interface to traffic and weather. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 6 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

7 Since ADS-B is a new technology, here are some things that you may want to know: 1) The ADS-B network uses TIS-B (Traffic Information Services Broadcast) traffic, which is uploaded by the FAA through a GBT (Ground Based Transceiver). This means that while on the ground, an aircraft must be in range of a GBT in order to receive the TIS-B or FIS-B (Weather) data. Once airborne and within range of a GBT, the UAT will begin receiving ADS-B data. 2) If any aircraft is equipped with an ADS-B transceiver, the UAT will receive that aircraft s information directly from that aircraft with or without the uplink from a GBT and it will be displayed on the Xtreme Vision display. 3) The ADS-B network uses FIS-B (Flight Information Services Broadcast) for meteorological and aeronautical information, including METAR, SPECI, TAF, and NOTAM. These data are also available on the Xtreme Vision TM display. To see an up-to-date list of ADS-B ground stations, visit: Before Startup NOTICE Before using this product, the FAA requires that your aircraft s N number and ICAO code be entered. This must be entered initially, even if you plan to utilize the self-assigned address. Note: If you purchased a Salus-3 portable ADS-B transceiver from Skyvision the N number and ICAO will have been entered prior to shipment to you. You can update the N number and ICAO for by launching the Xtreme Vision TM program and tapping the setup button in the bottom top left portion of the 3D traffic screen. If you do not know your aircraft s ICAO code (also known as the Mode S code), you can do a search on the FAA s website using your N number to find it: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 7 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

8 After you have entered your N number in the search box, a page showing a host of information regarding your aircraft will appear. The code you re looking for is called the Mode S code and is listed, typically on the first page in the bottom right. For example: NOTICE Cont d. ** Squawk Code transmitted through ADS-B must match transponder s squawk code, with the TransMonSPE this is automatic** This can be adjusted in the Control Panel of Xtreme Vision TM. Excerpt from the FAA Final Rule is shown below: Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 103 / Friday, May 28, 2010 / Rules and Regulations 8. Indication of the Mode 3/A Transponder Code Specified by ATC (Requires Flightcrew Entry) Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 8 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

9 The FAA has determined that the same ATC-assigned Mode 3/A code must be transmitted by both the transponder and the ADS B Out message. If the code transmitted by ADS B differs from the Mode 3/A code transmitted by the transponder, it could result in duplicative codes or inaccurate reporting of aircraft position. If the aircraft s avionics are not capable of allowing a single point of entry for the transponder and ADS B Out Mode 3/A code, the pilot must ensure that conflicting codes are not transmitted to ATC. ATC uses the Mode 3/A code to identify aircraft that are under surveillance and possibly under ATC direction. This identifier is necessary to issue directions to specific aircraft about nearby air traffic. The Mode 3/A code and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) 24-bit address are duplicative for some functions. This duplication is necessary because many current ATC automation systems are not yet capable of using the ICAO 24-bit address. Therefore, the FAA retains this message element in the rule. In addition, the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) defines the requirement in c.2, excerpted below: c. ADS-B Capabilities 2. ADS-B avionics typically allow pilots to enter the aircraft's call sign and Air Traffic Control (ATC)-assigned transponder code, which will be transmitted to other aircraft and ground receivers. Pilots are cautioned to use care when selecting and entering the aircraft's identification and transponder code. Some ADS-B avionics panels are not interconnected to the transponder. Therefore, it is extremely important to ensure that the transponder code is identical in the ADS-B and transponder panel. Additionally, UAT systems provide a VFR "privacy" mode switch position that may be used by pilots when not wanting to receive air traffic services. This feature will broadcast a "VFR" ID to other aircraft and ground receivers, similar to the "1200" transponder code. 1. Startup You must be connected to the WiFi before you can receive or transmit via the UAT (ADS600-B, ADS600-EXP, or Salus-3). The XtremeVision (XV) tablet is setup to automatically connect to the NavWorxAP Wifi connection at startup. If you are using a different tablet connect to the WiFi network NavWorxAP before proceeding. When you turn the XV tablet on, it will automatically launch the Xtreme Vision TM app. If this is the first time you have used the device, please be patient. If you have established a WiFi connection with the UAT skip the next section. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 9 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

10 No Connection to NavWorxAP has been established: The following screen will appear if you have not established a WiFi connection with the NavWorxAP WiFi. You can double tap the left hand screen to minimize this screen and connect to the WiFi (NavWorxAP) After you have connected to the WiFi, tap the XtremeVision icon in the taskbar to return to this screen except it will then automatically connect to the UAT. Connection to WiFi has been established: If you already have established a connection to the WiFi (NavWorxAP) the systems will startup with the following screen and begin receiving the GPS signal. This will allow the system to determine your location and draw the map with your location in the center. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 10 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

11 Note the traffic shown assumes you are either receiving ADS-B Out aircraft or have connected with an ADS-B ground station. Typically you will not receive much or any traffic until you climb to an altitude where you can receive an ADS-B ground station GBT (Ground Based Transceiver). Setting up the UAT without a TransMonSPE installed: If you are using the ADS600-B, ADS600-EXP, or Salus-3 and do not have a TransMonSPE installed to automatically provide the Squawk Code and Pressure Altitude from the transponder you will need to setup some initial data and then update the Squawk Code each time you are given a new Squawk from ATC. 1. Initial setup requires that you enter your N Number and ICAO, and turn the Transmit on to mode C. a. Tap the UAT button: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 11 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

12 The UAT Control Panel allows you to set: Call Sign N Number ICAO Squawk Code Transmitter Mode [Standby/Mode A/Mode C] Set Self-Assigned Address [Random ICAO] Quick set of VFR [Squawk 1200] Ident Emergency Codes Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 12 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

13 After launching Xtreme Vision TM, you will need to input information about your aircraft to be transmitted through the ADS-B UAT. This is an FAA requirement and is also required in order to receive traffic information from the ADS-B GBT s. To access the Control Panel, simply click the button in the upper left corner of the Xtreme Vision TM display screen. The following image illustrates the functions of the Control Panel. UAT Control Panel: The Control Panel allows you to enter pertinent information about your aircraft. It also gives you control over what information is transmitted through your ADS-B UAT Transceiver. 1) Allows you to control how and if you transmit your ADS-B information (see Fig1) 2) Allows you to manually enter your Squawk code 3) Allows you to enter your aircraft s call sign (see Fig2) Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 13 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

14 4) Tapping this will mask your ICAO address from the transmission. **User must squawk VFR while in anonymous mode.** 5) Allows you to send an IDENT message to ATC 6) Allows you to manually enter your ICAO address (see Fig3) 7) Automatically sets Squawk code to VFR (1200) 8) Allows you to Squawk Emergency codes (see Fig4) Special Note for use with the TransMonSPE installed: If a TransMonSPE is installed and connected the Squawk Code and Pressure Altitude will be supplied to the UAT automatically and therefore can not be changed via the UAT Control Panel. In addition the Transmitter state is determined by the state of the transponder, On / Off/ Standby/Mode, etc. The TransMonSPE use must be selected in the UAT Console program on initial setup of the UAT. Fig1: When Transmit button is pressed this window will appear allowing you to set your UAT to Mode A, Mode C, or STANDBY.** **NOTE: Keep this set to MODE C for use with this system.** Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 14 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

15 Fig2: When the Call Sign button is pressed, this window will appear allowing you to enter your aircraft s call sign so that it can be transmitted through the ADS-B system. Fig3: When the ICAO button is pressed this window will appear allowing you to enter your aircraft s ICAO code as issued by the FAA. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 15 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

16 Fig4: When the red Emergency button is pressed, this window will appear allowing you to select your specific emergency so that the correct code will be squawked through the ADS-B system. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 16 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

17 UAT/RS Active Messages: UAT Active Receiving data from the UAT RS Active Receiving data from the ADS-B Ground Station (GBT) GPS Status UTC Time Stamp lets you know the GPS is receiving Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 17 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

18 If the UAT is not connected to Xtreme Vision TM, the following screen will be displayed indicating via the red X that there is no connection to the UAT. This can also occur in flight if power is lost to the UAT or the connection is broken. If the UAT is connected but no GPS signal has yet been received or resolved (the GPS has not located your position) the following screen will be displayed: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 18 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

19 Note you will also get a fault light on the Salus-3 until the GPS location has been resolved. Shutdown To shutdown Xtreme Vision TM, tap the corner of the pop-up window. button. Then tap Shutdown in the lower right Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 19 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

20 Xtreme Vision Basics : Screen layout Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 20 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

21 Description of Xtreme Vision Screen: NO Description 1 Your plane status: ALT: Ownship altitude. **Note** ALT: XXXX is used when pressure altitude source is provided to the UAT. G-ALT: XXXX is used when pressure altitude source is not available from UAT. GS: Ground Speed in knots. VS: Vertical Speed in feet per minute. Barometric Pressure of closest Wx reporting station. 2 Ownship track using True Course 3 UAT Status UAT connected, GBT being received (RS Active), UTC time (GPS ok) 4 Crosshairs that orient pilot to direction of flight in relation to targets displayed with Xtreme Vision TM. Horizon line banks and climbs with aircraft (GPS derived). 5 Audio Alert button: this allows users to toggle audio alerts on/off. The button flashes when an audio alert is available from Xtreme Vision TM 6 NOTAM in your area, will highlight when there is a NOTAM issued in the vicinity Tap to read. 7 Xtreme Vision TM Text Weather Button: Press this to bring up all ADS-B text weather for closest Wx reporting station. This will also allow you to find information broadcast from a specific weather station. 8 3D representation of traffic along with a text box showing a target s relative distance, relative altitude, heading, and speed. If traffic is ADS-B Out equipped the N Number will be displayed. 9 2D traffic window extent indicator. Adjustable in Program Setup. 10 UAT Control Panel Button: this allows you to input information about your Aircraft and control some aspects of the UAT. 11 Program Setup Button: this allows you to adjust the settings of the program, connect to COM ports, test audio, record live flight data, and playback captured data. 12 2D traffic window extender button. Expands the 2D window to fill most of the traffic screen. 13 Button to close the 2D (Top Down View) traffic window. 14 Fast Rotate 3D traffic view buttons (Left /AFT/Right, can top center for front. Also can scroll the 3D traffic view by placing finger on screen and slide left or right. View will scroll 360 degrees. 15 Traffic on 2D panel show as different color than ownship and has altitude differential in hundreds of feet. Includes + / - sign to show above or below you. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 21 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

22 16 Ownship (your plane) in center of 2D panel shown here in green color. 17 Moving map control button. Touch anywhere close to a weather reporting station and it will bring up a text window of the closest Wx reporting station to where you touched and a list of all Wx reporting stations within 30 nm of that station. AWOS stations included. 18 Center the moving map screen to point you touch on the screen. Accumulative, to scroll the view continue to touch the screen in the direction you wish to scroll. 19 Re-Center the moving map view so that your aircraft is in the center of the screen. 20 Zoom in the moving map screen. 21 Zoom out the moving map screen. 22 Flight Planning button. Create, edit, activate, cancel flight plan. 23 Age of CONUS weather data, time last received 24 Flight Planning active leg. P.Pos is present position. 25 Age of Regional weather data, time last received. 26 Flight Planning distance to next waypoint 27 ETE (Estimated Time Enroute) to next waypoint of flight plan. 28 Current track 29 Bearing to next Waypoint 30 Current scale of map in nm. Width and height are shown. 31 Traffic as shown on the moving map screen. Note, may be different from the 3D and/or 2D screens based on the scale currently used. All three can have different scales. 32 Ownship, your aircraft, shown in magenta. 33 Flight planning Course Line, active leg is highlighted 34 Color intensity scale for NEXRAD weather. *** Tip: Two finger tap either the 3D Traffic or Moving Map / NexRad screen to expand that screen to full size. Two finger tap again to return to split screen view. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 22 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

23 ++ Tap the 3D Traffic screen twice rapidly to minimize XtremeVision to task bar. Touch the XtremeVision icon in the taskbar to return to the system. This is helpful if you forget to connect to WiFi during startup or the automatic connection fails. Expand Either Screen to full Size: Use two finger touch to expand either the 3D Traffic or Moving Map Weather screens to full size. Return to split screen by using two finger touch on the expanded screen. Example expanded 3D traffic screen: Example expanded Moving Map / Weather screen: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 23 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

24 Character Representation Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 24 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

25 Note: Above characters apply only to ADS-B traffic. Prior to 2020 and most aircraft equipped with ADS-B out: TIS-B traffic travelling slower than 210kts will be displayed as small aircraft character (first image shown above). TIS-B traffic travelling faster than 210kts will be shown as the large aircraft character (second image shown above). Settings: The XtremeVision system allows the user to setup many of the colors and sizes of the text data on the screens as well as viewing distances for traffic and other parameters. You will want to becomes familiar with the various settings so you may customize the screens to suit your specific needs and likes. To bring up the settings menus tap on the button: The tabs at the top of the popup window allow you to set / change various options: Each tabs options are as follows: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 25 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

26 Common Tab: Warning Distance: default 9,000 feet; can be set from 0-30,000 feet Alert Distance: default 6,000 feet; can be set from 0-30,000 feet Enable Audio: allows user to turn audio alerts for Warnings and Alerts ON or OFF Altitude Differential for Audio: adjustable in 500 foot increments Warning color: default yellow adjustable Alert color: default red adjustable Top View Max Visible Distance: default 15 nm; can be set from nm Front View Max Visible Distance: default 15 nm; can be set from nm Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 26 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

27 Enable Costing: Check this box to keep TIS traffic on screen while radar sweeps Plane size: default 100%; can be set from % Front View (3D View) Tab: Cross Hair Color: default green adjustable Cross Hair Diameter: default 50 pixels; can be set from pixels Cross Hair Line Width: default 5 pixels; can be set from 1-10 pixels Ownship Info: default white, Tahoma, 12 color and font adjustable Heading Info: default white, Tahoma 13 color and font adjustable Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 27 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

28 Heartbeat Info: default white, Tahoma 11 color and font adjustable Other Plane Info: default white, Tahoma 10 color and font adjustable Top View (2D View) Tab: Circle Radius: default 8 nm; can be set from 0-10 nm Window Size: default 240 pixels; can be set from pixels Audio Alert: allows users to turn audio alerts ON or OFF Show Airmet Sigmet: allows users to turn Airmet/Sigmet information ON or OFF Disable 2D Auto-Open: keeps 2D window from automatically opening when targets enter Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 28 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

29 warning range. Circle color: default white adjustable Background color: default black adjustable Ownship plane color: default dark green adjustable Other Plane color: default white adjustable Border color: default yellow adjustable Altitude Differential: default red adjustable font size and color Rotate button: default pink, Tahoma 14 color and font adjustable Rotate Button Timeout: default 6,000 ms; can be set from 1,000-10,000 ms. Note: 1,000ms = 1 second. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 29 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

30 Hardware Tab: UAT: Pull down window to select type UAT hardware being used. Important to select the correct hardware. If no TransMonSPE is being used please select Salus-3 instead of Salus3withTransMonSPE. If the TranMonSPE is selected and not present it will limit the UAT Control Panel input options. Port: Only needed if selecting Serial input instead of WiFi Baud: Only needed if selecting Serial input instead of WiFi Connect: Normally the program will automatically connect to the last connection either serial or WiFi with user intervention. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 30 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

31 Disconnect: Select Disconnect if you wish change or test your connection to the UAT OK: Tap this button when you have finished with your selections. Shutdown: This button will shutdown the XtremeVision software and return to the desktop. Playback Tab: Capture Data to File: Tap this area to capture your flight. All ADS-B data received will be saved to a log file in C:\Program Files\LogFiles in the format Log_xxxx_yy_zz where xxxx = Year, yy = month, and zz = day. Playback captured data: Tap this checkbox to playback previously logged files. After clicking this box the Select captured data will highlight. Tap Select captured data a list of saved log file will be Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 31 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

32 displayed. Enable Continuous Playback: This button will loop the playback file until changed. Select captured data: See Playback captured data above. Select the log file you wish to playback from the list and tap OK. Playback Interval: This controls the playback rate in ms where 1,000 = 1 second or 1:1 playback. To playback a file faster enter a value < 1,000 to playback slower enter a value > 1,000. OK: Tap OK to run playback file and exit this popup box. Shutdown: This button will shutdown the XtremeVision software and return to the desktop. 2D Window: Some users may prefer seeing traffic in a more traditional 2D view. Therefore, SkyVision Xtreme, LLC has incorporated a user adjustable 2D window into the Xtreme Vision TM display. In the Program Setup menu, under the Top View tab, there is a box labeled Window Size. This window allows you to adjust how big the 2D window appears in the display when opened. The max size is 450 x 450 pixels (this ensures the correct aspect ratio and thus positioning of aircraft in the window). Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 32 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

33 Once adjusted to maximum pixel size the 2D window will look like this: The default 2D window size looks like this: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 33 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

34 The 2D window can also be moved anywhere on the display by simply touching and dragging: If closed, the 2D window will reopen in the location it was last closed. Xtreme Vision TM Weather 1) NEXRAD Features: 1) Tapping anywhere on the map will bring up the text weather for all weather reporting stations within 30 nm.** 2) Allows you to tap-pan the map. Each tap re-centers map around location tapped. 3) Centers map around your aircraft 4) Expands the NEXRAD window to full screen. 5) Zooms in on NEXRAD map. 6) Zooms out on NEXRAD map. See CONUS NEXRAD below: 7) Flight Plan Button: Allows users to plot flight plan on NEXRAD map 8) Graphical representation of ownship aircraft on NEXRAD map Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 34 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

35 9) SIGMET outlines. When user taps inside an outlined area a text window with SIGMETs as well as other text weather information appears as shown below: **Directly above #1 in the weather window is a timer that indicates the age of the NEXRAD data that is displayed on the weather window. The left hand timer window (blank in example) shows the time the CONUS NEXRAD image was received, the right hand button shows the time the Regional NEXRAD image was received. ** Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 35 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

36 CONUS NEXRAD: Flight Plan Button: Create a flight plan by selecting Create/Edit. Tap on the Flight Plan button at the bottom of the Moving Map panel: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 36 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

37 Enter waypoints and select Activate. After tapping on Activate the flight plan you entered will show as a magenta line. If there are multiple legs of the flight plan the current active leg will show in bold and the follow on legs will show in a thin magenta line. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 37 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

38 Text Weather: Tap anywhere close to an airport, the text weather for that airport will be displayed on the map. A list of all the weather reporting stations within 30 nm will be shown at the top, tap on any of these for the text weather for that station. Note, scroll down for more info including winds aloft if reported by the station. Notice the airport call signs listed to the right of KRDU. When tapped, these will display weather reports from these airports. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 38 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

39 Text Weather Features: Text weather is displayed in this text box. You can view SIGMETS, METARs, TAFs in plain English or in their encrypted format by clicking the View Raw/Decode button. Scroll down the text box to see Winds Aloft. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 39 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

40 By tapping the Look Up Wx button you can type in a specific airport for which you wish to view weather information. Data Capture and Playback One of the unique features of the Xtreme Vision TM display is that you can capture live data and play it back through the Xtreme Vision TM program. This allows you to share your in-flight experiences with others while simultaneously providing a 3D record of your flying. Playback can be through the Xtreme Vision display, or through the free (to registered customers) Xtreme Vision trial version which runs on a Windows PC. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 40 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

41 To capture live data: Step 1: Click the Program Setup button Step 2: Click the Playback Tab: Step 3: Tap Capture Data to File. Step 4: Click OK Step 5: Launch and use Xtreme Vision TM to capture live data Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 41 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

42 To play back captured data: Step 1: Click the Program Setup button Step 2: Click the Playback tab: Step 3: Click the Playback captured data box as shown above. If you also select Enable Continuous Playback the log file will enter a playback loop at its end. Step 4: Click the Select captured data button Step 5: Select the data you wish to view and click OK in the dialog box and OK on the bottom of the Program Setup window. The data is stored on C:\Program Files\Logfiles by default. To keep the program running smoothly, the live data is broken up and saved into consecutive 1MB segments: *** NOTE: if XV is connected to the UAT erratic behavior will be displayed during Playback. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 42 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

43 Step 6: Launch Xtreme Vision to view captured data. If you tap the screen during playback, player controls will appear that allow you to pause, stop, or resume playback. If you pause playback, No UAT will appear across the screen until you resume playback. The Pause and Resume playback buttons are especially useful to return to the Setup panels and change the setup values to see what effects the different settings have on the displayed data. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 43 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

44 ADS-B Data Interpreted by Xtreme Vision TM Traffic: Track Altitude (Geometric Altitude shown unless an altitude encoder is interfaced to the UAT for Pressure Altitude) Vertical Velocity Call Sign Speed Alert Status Signal Integrity and Accuracy OwnShip Data: Track Speed Vertical Velocity Altitude (Geometric Altitude) Weather: NEXRAD TAF METAR SPECI AIRMET SIGMET Convective SIGMET NOTAM-D/FDC TFR PIREP SUA Status Temperature Aloft Winds Aloft Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 44 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

45 Connecting to WingX and other ipad /Android Moving Map programs: Connecting to an ios or Android device is very easy. Simply connect to the NavWorxAP network and then configure your Moving Map software like WingX to connect to this network as an ADS- B device. XtremeVision will currently only run on a Windows OS (Win7, 8.1, 10). Consult your Moving Map user Guide if you need more information on how to connect a WiFi ADS-B transceiver. Connect to Sagetech Clarity: Step 1: Click the Program Setup button Step 2: Click the Hardware tab Step 3: Select Clarity from the pull down menu: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 45 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

46 Step 4: Select the proper COM port and tap Connect. Step 5: Tap OK. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 46 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

47 Xtreme Vision TM Appliance The Xtreme Vision TM Appliance comes pre-configured to connect to an ipad. Also included with your XV TM Appliance will be an information sheet that contains the IP Address and VNC Password, which you will need to configure your ipad Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 47 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

48 To Set up your ipad to work with the XV TM Appliance: 1) Power on Xtreme Vision Appliance. 2) Download Jump Desktop Free App from the App Store. 3) Run the Jump Desktop App and select Manual Setup (One time setup) 4) Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 48 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

49 5) Enter in the Host field: 6) Tap on Save: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 49 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

50 7) Change data Fields as indicated below: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 50 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

51 8) Make sure you change the autologon to XtremeVision- notice two capital letters: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 51 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

52 9) Setup panel should look like this: 10) Tap on Done and screen should look like this: 11) Now you are ready to connect to the Skyvision_AP (Appliance) Wifi network and log onto the system. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 52 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

53 12) Make sure the Xtreme Vision Appliance and UAT are powered on. 13) Wait for the SkyVision_AP network to appear and connect (this will take about 3.5 minutes from the time you power on the Appliance). 14) Select the SkyVision_AP network and enter the password: a. Password: ) You should then see your ipad connected to the SkyVision_AP WiFi network: 16) Exit Settings on the ipad. 17) Launch the Jump Desktop App 18) Tap on Skyvision 19) Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 53 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

54 20) The Jump Desktop will launch and Connect to the Xtreme Vision Appliance: 21) 22) The following Logon panel will be shown. Just tap on OK. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 54 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

55 23) We recommend that you use the setup Wrench and turn off the mouse pointer: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 55 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

56 24) Now you will be connected to the Xtreme Vision ADS-B app: 25) Each time you power on the Xtreme Vision Appliance, you must enter Settings in the ipad and connect the Wi-Fi to the SkyVision_AP network. It will usually take 3-4 minutes for the Appliance to boot and prepare the SkyVision_AP network. Once the WiFi network is successfully connected, you can simply launch Jump Desktop and tap on Skyvision. Xtreme Vision Dual Screen Version The dual screen version was developed so both the traffic and weather windows could be open at the same time. This allows the user to keep constant watch for both traffic and weather hazards. With ever increasing computing power available at reasonable costs providing a dual screen view has become practical. The native resolution of this version is 1280 x 800 pixels but it can be run at lower resolutions provided the display can handle a scaling of the screens. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 56 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

57 The information shown and controls are the same as the other versions of Xtreme Vision just displayed to provide the dual screen views. Following are some illustrations to show the major features of the Xtreme Vision Dual version. Dual Screen version automatically rotates (if supported by the display) from Horizontal to Vertical orientations. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 57 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

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60 Tips and Techniques 1. Most important please read the User Guides Both the Xtreme Vision and Tablet User Guides are on the launch screen. Shutdown To get to the User Guides press the red button on the XtremeVision screen and a desktop will appear with icons for the two User Guides. 2. When you turn on the tablet it will automatically boot up to the XtremeVision program. Please note there will be a pause from the main screen while the XtremeVision program is launching and setting up communications with the Skyvision portable. You do not need to do anything, just wait for it to launch. 3. If you start the tablet without powering on the Skyvision portable you will receive a message box (twice): Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 60 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

61 Just click OK each time to continue. This will not happen in normal operations where the Skyvision portable is powered up first and even if not powered up first the tablet will automatically connect when the Skyvision portable is powered up. 4. When playing back a log file for viewing or practice (Press the Hardware button and then the Playback tab, see User Guide) you need to either disconnect the Skyvision Portable or power it down. Otherwise the traffic will appear jerky since the program is trying to both playback and receive from the portable. When you want to connect to the Skyvision portable again make sure you either turn off the tablet completely and cause a reboot or go to the Hardware Tab and reconnect to the UAT. 5. The UAT antenna should be placed in a window (windscreen recommended) so it has as much a view downward as possible. The UAT must trigger the ground stations in order to get TIS traffic. We recommend placing the antenna similar to this photo. Our experience has shown this to be the optimum placement for most aircraft. If you have trouble with reception or triggering the ground stations this is the first place to look. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 61 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

62 Recommended UAT antenna placement (Portable version) Front windscreen as high as possible. 6. Tablet Battery: The battery in the tablet will power the tablet for approximately 8 9 hours of normal use. When in sleep mode the battery normally will run for approximately 36 hours before a charge is required. If you are going to fly again in a few hours it is acceptable to put the tablet in sleep mode. If you are not going to be flying again in a few hours it is important that you fully shutdown the tablet by pressing and holding the power button for approximately 3 seconds. A screen will appear and you need to pull down this screen with your finger to fully shut down the tablet. 7. Minimize Skyvision Panels to check battery or wifi / Bluetooth connections: To minimize the entire Skyvision screen so you can check other computer settings like Wifi or Bluetooth connection, double tap anywhere on the 3D traffic screen. To restore to the Skyvison screens tap the XtremeVision icon at the bottom of the screen. 8. Expand either the traffic or the weather panels to full screen: You can expand either the traffic or weather / map screen to be full screen by using a two finger tap on the panel (traffic or weather/map) to expand that panel to full screen view. To return to a split screen view with both traffic and weather/map tap the full screen with two fingers. Enjoy the peace of mind from your new Skyvision ADS-B portable however Remember: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 62 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

63 FAR 91:113 (b) General. When weather conditions permit, regardless of whether an operation is conducted under instrument flight rules or visual flight rules, vigilance shall be maintained by each person operating an aircraft so as to see and avoid other aircraft. Skyvision Xtreme, LLC Troubleshooting No UAT : 1) Check UAT power: Make sure that all cables are secure and any switches/circuits required for powering UAT have not been turned off. 2) Check Bluetooth Module power: After eliminating UAT power as the problem, check the Bluetooth Module to make sure the indicator light is on. If not, check the connection between the UAT and the Bluetooth Module. Since the Bluetooth Module gets power from one of the pins on the UAT connector, make sure it is securely plugged into the UAT. 3) Check the COM connection to Xtreme Vision TM. The easiest way to make sure Xtreme Vision TM has not lost its COM connection is as follows: a. Click the Program Setup button on the synthetic vision view: b. Click the Hardware Tab: Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 63 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

64 c. Click Disconnect the Connect button will turn white and the Disconnect button will turn dark. d. Click Connect, wait for the Disconnect button to turn white and Connect button to turn dark, then tap OK 4) If the problem persists, recycle power to the device or restart the computer. 5) If this still does not solve the problem, please contact technical support. I m getting Weather but no Traffic : The ADS-B NextGen system requires input from ADS-B equipped aircraft to trigger TIS-B information transmission. FIS-B information, however, remains active in the ADS-B NextGen system regardless of the transmitter status. This means that if your UAT is not set to transmit, it will not receive any traffic information, but it will still receive all the weather information. A Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 64 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

65 transmission problem may also be the cause of receiving sporadic traffic information. The ADS- B GBT s, which collect and transmit ADS-B information to and from aircraft are set to be triggered by UAT transmissions. This means that if another ADS-B equipped aircraft is transmitting to the same GBT from which you are receiving, you will receive traffic and weather information even if you are not transmitting. However, if that aircraft moves beyond range of the GBT from which you re receiving data, or you move beyond the range of that particular GBT, you will abruptly lose traffic information if you are not also transmitting. 1) This is typically a simple issue to resolve by simply entering the Control Panel on Xtreme Vision TM, tapping the Transmit button and setting it to ON. 2) If #1 above does not work then it is possible that your ICAO number is not input correctly. The transmit function will be disabled unless your ICAO number has been entered in the Control Panel of Xtreme Vision TM. ** Bear in mind that you must have your aircraft s N number & ICAO number entered in the control panel to legally transmit ADS-B signals. However, if Self Assigned Address is selected the ICAO number is scrambled and ATC cannot see the actual ICAO number entered in the system. See Before Startup.** 3) If neither #1 or #2 work, then it is possible that your UAT is has its transmitter internally disabled or the UAT is not accepting input from the control panel to activate the transmit function. At this point you should contact your avionics installer to troubleshoot the UAT transmitter. If you re unable to solve the problem with your avionics installer, contact your UAT manufacturer. Product Support Your business is of the utmost importance to us here at SkyVision Xtreme, LLC. If you are experiencing trouble with your Xtreme Vision TM Display System, please contact us by logging on to to our technical support or to see what exciting new products will soon be available from SkyVision Xtreme, LLC. You may also send an to support@skyvisionxtreme.com or call (336) DISCLAIMERS Use this product at your own risk. SkyVision Xtreme, LLC assumes no liability for property damage or personal injury resulting from use and/or misuse of this product. Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 65 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016

66 As per FAA FAR (b): When weather conditions permit, regardless of whether an operation is conducted under instrument flight rules or visual flight rules, vigilance shall be maintained by each person operating an aircraft so as to see and avoid other aircraft. When a rule of this section gives another aircraft the right-of-way, the pilot shall give way to that aircraft and may not pass over, under, or ahead of it unless well clear. Xtreme Vision TM Display is not intended to replace an FAA certified traffic device and should not be used as the sole source of information in decision-making. SkyVision Xtreme, LLC is not liable for any damage to software or personal injury and/or property damage resulting from user alteration of software and/or hardware. Any and all warranties are considered null and void if software and/or bundled hardware are serviced by any party other than SkyVision Xtreme, LLC or those approved by SkyVision Xtreme, LLC. BINDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE The following are the terms and conditions ("Terms and Conditions") for the sale of products ("Products") by Skyvision Xtreme, LLC. ("Skyvision Xtreme") to Skyvision Xtreme's customers ("Customers"). ACCEPTANCE AND CANCELLATION OF ORDERS All orders are subject to acceptance in writing by Skyvision Xtreme or a duly authorized agent of Skyvision Xtreme. Any written acknowledgement of receipt of an order shall not, in and of itself, constitute such acceptance. Orders accepted by Skyvision Xtreme may be cancelled by Customer upon written consent of Skyvision Xtreme provided such order is not governed by a Purchase Agreement Letter. In the event of cancellation or other withdrawal of an order for any reason, and without limiting any other remedy which Skyvision Xtreme may have as a result of such cancellation or other withdrawal, reasonable cancellation or restocking charges shall include all expenses incurred and commitments made by Skyvision Xtreme, and shall be paid by Customer to Skyvision Xtreme. Skyvision Xtreme reserves the right to allocate sales and limit quantities of selected Products among its customers in its sole discretion. Product specifications and availability are subject to change without prior notice. 1a. Returns Customer must notify Skyvision Xtreme within 14 days from date of shipment of any defective hardware product. (See SKYVISION XTREME'S LIMITED WARRANTY for further information.) Returns are normally accepted when completed within 30 days of the ship date. If Skyvision Xtreme agrees to accept a return of hardware beyond the 30 days of ship date, return freight charges must be prepaid by customer. Skyvision Xtreme will not accept COD shipments. Contact a sales representative for a Return Materials Authorization Number and addressing instructions prior to returning product. No returns of software will be accepted after a permanent key is issued for the software. 2. PRICES Orders are billed at the prices in effect at the time of shipment. Prices will be as specified by Skyvision Xtreme and will be applicable for the period specified in Skyvision Xtreme's quote. If Xtreme Vision TM User s Guide Version Page 66 Copyright SkyVision Xtreme TM 2016