uAvionix Ping2020i Transceiver User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- uAvionix
Table of Contents
uAvionix Ping2020i Transceiver User Guide
Mount
The ping2020i GPS antenna requires a clear view of the sky for proper operation. Avoid placing the device directly under props or near features that could `shadow’ or block the GPS antenna during flight. Avoid installing the ping2020i under any signal blocking materials such as carbon fibre.
Prior to mounting confirm all cable lengths will be sufficient to reach a
power source.
Mount ping2020i to a suitable flat surface using the provided double-sided
mounting tape. Affix mounting tape to the ping logo side of the transceiver
and secure to the aircraft.
Connect
Connect the antenna to ping2020i The antenna should be mounted in a vertical
orientation using the provided double sided mounting foam.
Place the antenna in a location that will be least obstructed by the aircraft
during normal flight.
Connect power harness to ping2020i. Connect the free end of the harness to a 3S battery or appropriate aircraft power source.
Install
Install the uAvionix Ping App from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Search for uAvionix Ping Installer or use the QR codes below.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/uavionix-ping-installer/id1154821836?mt=8
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.uavionix.installer.ping&hl=en
Connect the ping Programmer to ping2020i using the provided JST ZHR-5-4 pin cable. The 5 pin connector should be connected to the transceiver. The 4 pin should be connected to the ping Programmer.
Join
Join your mobile device to the wireless network named Ping-XXXX using the procedure for your device. If a WPA passphrase is required enter uavionix. The process for iOS is shown below.
Go to Settings > Wi-Fi, and verify Wi-Fi is turned on.
Tap the SSID Ping-XXXX, where XXXX is a random string i.e. Ping-5379.
Enter uavionix as the WPA password, if required for the network, then tap Join
Note: No Internet Connection message is normal.
After device is connected proceed to step 5.
Configure
Launch the uAvionix Ping application and complete the fields as required for your device/aircraft.
Selected Device Type: Choose Ping2020
Control: This setting controls device transmit functions. The selections available will depend on the device type selected.
Transceiver selections include:
TX enabled: Transmit ADS-B message at one second intervals, receive is
also enabled.
Receive: Receive only, transmit disabled.
Standby: ADS-B in/out disabled.
ICAO: Enter your ICAO Number in Hexadecimal format. If your identifier is in octal (eight digits) format you must convert it prior to entry.
Call Sign: Enter the tail number of the aircraft. (A-Z 0-9)
Emitter: This should be set to your aircraft type. UAV is the selection for unmanned vehicles.
VS0: Enter airspeed in knots that the aircraft typically flies at after take off. Default value (1)
Aircraft Length: Select the length value in meters that matches your aircraft.
Aircraft Width: Select the width value in meters that matches your aircraft.
GPS Antenna Offsets: Choose the lateral and longitudinal offset in meters from GPS to the nose of your aircraft.
Update
After completing all data fields tap the Update button.
You should receive the Device Configured message, tap OK.
Tap Monitor.
Verify all fields are correct for your aircraft.
A GPS fix is not necessary for programming but is required to monitor latitude longitude and GPS altitude.
Disconnect power from ping2020i
Disconnect ping Programmer from ping2020i.
ping2020i will not transmit if the ping Programmer is attached.
Connect Pixhawk (optional)
The received ADS-B data can optionally be sent to an autopilot or ground station. Configuration is autopilot dependent, minimal setup for Pixhawk is shown below.
Connect the provided cable to the 4 pin JST port on the ping transceiver. Plug remaining 6 pin DF13 serial cable connector into TELEM2 port of Pixhawk.
Connect to your Pixhawk Autopilot using Mission Planner. Set the ADSB_ENABLE parameter to 1.
When ADS-B traffic is received the green LED will flash and the traffic should appear on the Mission Planner map.
For a full list of available Aru pilot parameters visit http://ardupilot.org/
For additional support: uavionix.com/support