The DZMx, when set up and configured correctly, has the ability to collect data for and transmit your:
- Total Time Airframe (TTAF)
- Daily Flight Time (DFT)
- Landings Count
- Engine Cycles
The TTAF, DFT, landing and engine time data is all viewable on the DZMx unit. It can also be transmitted automatically to your tracking provider.
To set this feature up or disable it, you will need the following:
- Laptop and Ethernet Cable
- In order for TTAF and DFT values to be counted, you will need the take-off/landing input to be configured on the DZMx or a take-off speed configured (fixed-wing)
- In order for engine starts to be counted and transmitted, an oil pressure input must be configured for engine on/off
You will need a laptop and Ethernet cable or WiFi to connect to the DZMx with DZMx Connect. You can find details on connecting to your DZMx and using the DZMx Connect apps here
- Plug the ethernet cable into your laptop and the Ethernet port for the DZMx
- Open up your Chrome browser and enter the IP address for DZMx Connect into the Chrome address bar 192.168.4.1
- Select your DZMx within DZMx Connect and log in as an “Installer” with the PIN 2468
- Access the Settings menu and expand the Preferences menu, select the Hobbs & Maintenance Settings menu
- Settings -> Preferences -> Hobbs and Maintenance
- There are a couple of settings in here.
- Ensure Count Engine Starts is enabled/disabled
- Ensure Count Landings is enabled/disabled
- Send In Tracking Message enabled/disabled
This sends your TTAF, DFT, engine and landing cycles within every Take-Off tracking message - Click Done once your preferences are set
