iEFIS Simulator and Designer - Michigan Avionics

The iBox is the heart of the iEFIS system, and the conductor in the symphony of communication between all system devices and the iEFIS screens. The iBox contains the GPS engine (with antenna connection), the pitot/static sensors and Angle of Attack sensors. The iBox is the hub of communication for all the system devices (AHRS, RDAC, Autopilot Servos) and is also the hub of communication with all third party devices (radios, transponders, ADS-B, VP-X) via its RS-232 and ARINC interfaces.

One iBox is necessary in every iEFIS system, and in cases where maximum redundancy is required, a 2nd iBox can be added to the system. The 2nd iBox acts as a ‘hot standby’ and is ready to take over all iBox tasks automatically when necessary, or on command by the pilot.

Click on the DB-25 connectors above to see more information on those connectors.

The Power Connector (pigtail harness included with every iBox):
The iBox can be powered by 1 or 2 Power Sources (as in the case of a backup battery system). It also has a Keep Alive Power input that maintains date and time and some non-volatile memory items without using the CR2032 battery, which can result in up to 10 years of life on the CR2032 eliminating the need to change this battery every year. The Outside Air Temp sensor also connects to the Power connector.

The CAN Connector (pigtail harness included with every iBox):
The iBox features 2 CAN buses (CAN 1 and CAN 2). The system devices can be split up in any way on each of the CAN buses.

OAT Probe
Our aluminum OAT probe is included with every iBox

GPS Antenna
Our tuned GPS Antenna is included with every iBox (inside mount)

EFIS LAN coax
An RG-174 EFIS LAN coax cable is included with each system

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iEFIS Simulator and Designer

Learn To Use and Design Your iEFIS!

iEFIS Custimization The iEFIS features a full-featured PC simulator that allows you to simulate just about all of the functions of the iEFIS on your PC. Learn how to operate you iEFIs in the relaxed environment of your home without killing your aircraft battery.

Follow these instructions:

Go to this page and download Navidata, Vector Maps and the Terrain G3 file Terrain Low Resolution and save them to your PC. You can also download the Raster maps (Sectionals and Terminals) optionally. Unzip zipped files.
Database Updates
Open the Simulator and start a new project and use the File Manager function to copy and paste the following files into the following locations:
- Copy and paste NAVIDATA.ewd to this folder in the right side window in File Manager:
  ExplorerSim\YOUR PROJECT\Flash\Navdata\
- Now copy and paste VMAP.evd to this folder in the right side window in File Manager:
  ExplorerSim\YOUR PROJECT\Flash\Maps\
- Then, copy and paste the TERRAINL.DAT terrain files to his folder in the right side window in File Manager:
  ExplorerSim\YOUR PROJECT\Flash\Terrain\
Then, go to a map page in your sim. Click on the Map and then Options (the tool symbol) and then make sure the map is in VECTOR mode.
Then, click Sensor Simulation and then SHOW GPS. Then, type in your co-ordinates (only change what is BEFORE the degrees symbol) and click GPS position valid.

Design Your Screens With The Simulator

The simulator is also used in designing custom screens for the iEFIS system. If you would like to design your own screens, the directions can be found by clicking the button below.

iEFIS Simulator

Download the latest simulator from the MGL Avionics main website.

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iEFIS Customizing

Get the directions for customizing your own screen designs.

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