March 23, 2010

New Version 5.3 For D10/D100 Series

Continuing support for the D10/D100 Series, Dynon today released Version 5.3 Firmware. The complete announcement for this release can be found here.

Included are:
The Service Bulletin involved the random reboot of systems that include two EFISs plus an AP74. Special thanks to RV'er Barry Disimone for first identifying the bug, and then his incredible dedication and efforts to help isolate the cause. A large tip of the hat (canopy?) to Barry!

New 5.3 Firmware For D10/D100 Series - March 2010

Dynon Releases Version 5.3 Software
for D10/D100 Series

March 23, 2010
Woodinville, WA, USA, March 23, 2009 – Dynon Avionics has released Version 5.3 Software for the EFIS-D10A, EFIS-D100, EMS-D10, EMS-D120, and FlightDEK-D180.  First introduced over six years ago, the D10/D100 Series has been continuously improved with new capabilities and features.
Included in Version 5.3 are:
  • Improved roll autopilot performance.
  • Addition of metric units for vertical speed.
  • Fixes to the Jabiru oil temperature sensor characterization.
  • Fix to an oil temperature display issue when no sensor is attached.
  • Fix to the issue discussed in the “Multiple EFISs+AP74 DSAB Service Bulletin”,
    dated January 7, 2010.
Autopilot Details: Dynon continues to enhance the autopilot functionality. Release 5.3 adds a new roll mode that improves the performance for aircraft that have experienced issues. To try this mode simply set TRN RT LMT to 0. The autopilot will more directly control bank angle instead of targeting a specific turn rate. The maximum bank angle that the autopilot allows is still limited by the BANK LIMIT parameter. In this mode, set the BANK ANGLE LIMIT to the maximum value you want the autopilot to use in a turn. There are no pitch changes in Version 5.3; additional autopilot enhancements will come in a future release.
    For a detailed description of these items, and to download Version 5.3 Software, see the Release Notes found on the Dynon Website.
    Founded in 2000, Dynon Avionics is the leading manufacturer of avionics for Experimental and Light Sport Aircraft. Continuing a tradition started with the introduction of their first Electronic Flight Information System “glass panel”, Dynon is committed to developing innovative and high-quality avionics at affordable prices for all pilots.   

March 1, 2010

Dynon Welcomes New Employees


Dynon is growing, and pleased to welcome our newest team members. Joining the team are Gordon (Software Developer), Doug (Shipping Clerk), Jon (Assembler), Ed (Software Manager), and Jim, (Buyer).

January 29, 2010

SkyView Development Schedule

On our New Technology Page, we are keeping a list upcoming product firmware releases. You can check out the latest status at:

http://www.dynonavionics.com/docs/news_technology_preview.html

January 13, 2010

D100+D180+AP74 w/servos Reboot Service Bulletin

Two customers have reported that they experience occasional random reboots of their D180 or D100. It is only known to occur with specific configurations of Dynon products, namely D180 + D100 (or D10A) + AP74 w/servos, with all instruments networked together. Dynon has reproduced the problem and is implementing a fix. The temporary work-around is to remove one of the instruments from the DSAB network. A fix will be in Version 5.3 software which is scheduled to be out late February. The Service bulletin is located here.

If you have this configuration of instruments, and have experienced the rebooting, please let us know. Email us at support@dynonavionics.com.

January 7, 2010

Product Backlogs - January 2010

Product Backlogs - January 2010

SkyView has been shipping for a month now, and the response has been overwhelming. Orders for the D10/D100 Series also continue strong.  As of early January, products are on a 2 to 3 week backlog, including our D10/D100 Series. All of our dealers that have placed SkyView orders have received stock, although not all they ordered. This backlog will be reduced throughout January, and we should be back to our normal shipping from stock in February.

If you are waiting for a shipment, we are working hard to get it out to you and are shipping products every day.  We try to be fair and ship in the order that we receive orders, although it also depends on which specific products you ordered.
Thank you to our customers for their patience during this temporary backlog.

Product Backlogs - January 2010

SkyView has been shipping for a month now, and the response has been overwhelming. Orders for the D10/D100 Series also continue strong. As of early January, products are on a 2 to 3 week backlog, including our D10/D100 Series. All of our dealers that have placed SkyView orders have received stock, although not all they ordered. This backlog will be reduced throughout January, and we should be back to our normal shipping from stock in February.

If you are waiting for a shipment, we are working hard to get it out to you and are shipping products every day. We try to be fair and ship in the order that we receive orders, although it also depends on which specific products you ordered.

Thank you to our customers for their patience during this temporary backlog.