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BEST PRACTICES

General:    

Install the latest software releases: Check the versions of the FXVIEW software and iRex firmware on you device against the latest versions listed below and perform any required updates.  Contact us at support@solidfx.com if you have any questions.

Keep your unit charged regularly: The best way to ensure your unit is always ready to use is to charge the battery completely the day before you plan to use the device.  This will ensure your FX10 or FX8 will always have a charge and be ready for use.

FX10:

Charging: The best practice is to charge the unit for no more than 4 hours at a time and charge from a powered computer.  Leaving the unit plugged in for long periods of time, such as an overnight charge, can be detrimental to the internal battery.  If you have not used the FX10 for many weeks it may need to be charged prior to use (see: Why won't my FX10 start?).

Sensor locks: Make sure to configure the touch sensor buttons the way you like them. Some people like them all turned off - some like to leave selected groups on.  It really depends on how you hold and use the FX10 in the cockpit.  Once you set the sensor lock settings in FXVIEW (see Settings icon on the bottom of the Airport Notebook screen), your preferences will be automatically be configured whenever you enter the FXVIEW application.

SD card: Leave the SD Card in the unit.  The software and Jeppesen database will only function using the original card.  If you lose or damage your SD card, please contact us at support@solidfx.com.  If for some reason the card is removed from the FX10, make sure the write protect switch on the card is not accidently turned on when replaced in the unit.  Do not alter or remove files that exist on the FX10 SD card at the time of delivery.  Make separate directories to contain your own personal documents

FX8:

Flip Bar and Key Lock: Make sure to configure the flip bar/menu key as active or inactive.  Some people like them disabled for use in flight - some like to leave them active.  This really depends on how you hold and use the FX8 in flight.  Once you set the flip bar/menu button as inactive in FXVIEW (see Settings icon on the bottom of the Airport Notebook screen), your preferences will automatically be configured whenever you enter the FXVIEW application.

Battery Door and Micro SD card: SOLIDFX recommends to never open the battery door as damage to the battery connection could result.  Also, the SD card can be reached when the battery door is removed.  Leave the SD card in the unit.  The software and Jeppesen database will only function using the original card.  If you lose or damage your SD card, or require a larger size, please contact us at support@solidfx.com.

For additional unit-specific information, see the FX10 and FX8 specific FAQ's. The FX10 and FX8 Owner's Manuals are also both available for download below.

 

 

FAQs (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)


Top 3 FAQs

 

Do I need a paper back-up if I have the FX10 or FX8?

If you are flying under Part 91 (most general aviation and business operations), then you don't need paper charts when you use the FX10 or FX8.  However, it is always advisable to have a back-up.  The back-up could be a panel-mounted solution, paper charts, or perhaps a second FX10 or FX8.  Go to Jeppesen's website www.flyelectronic.net for more info.

Part 135 and 121 pilots may also be able to fly paperless after meeting certain FAA guidelines.  Please review FAA document AC-120-76A and AC-91-78 for more information.

How do I update the Jeppesen data

Review the instructions found in the FX10 or FX8 Owner's manual beginning on page 28.  Use this link to download the Jeppesen Service Update Manager (JSUM) software. http://www.jeppesen.com/jsum/download .  For additional JSUM help, go to http://jsum.jeppesen.com/jsum/help/JSUM.htm.

 

I don't see my eChart Reader Service on JSUM.  What do I do?

First, verify that you are using the latest version of JUSM.  Early versions of JSUM do not support the eChart Reader Services.  To download the latest version, go to http://www.jeppesen.com/jsum/download .  For additional JSUM help, go to http://jsum.jeppesen.com/jsum/help/JSUM.htm.

 

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UPDATES & DOWNLOADS


Software/Document

Version

Download

     
FXVIEW 1.2.10 Upgrade Installer 1.2.10 FXVIEW_1_2_10_upgrade.exe (5.1MB)
FXVIEW 1.2.10 Release Notes 1.2.10 FXview_1 2_10_Release_Notes
FX8 series Quick Reference Guide 1.2 FX8_Quick_Reference_Guide_release_1_2
FX8 series Owners Manual Release 1.2 1.2 FX8_Owners_Manual_release_1_2
FX10 Quick Reference Guide 1.2 FX10_Quick_Reference_Guide_release_1_2
FX10 Owners Manual Release 1.2 1.2

FX10_Owners_Manual_release_1_2

     
FXVIEW & Firmware Upgrade Instructions Latest Upgrades.pdf
FX8 Product Brief Latest

pdf (1.2MB)

FX10 Product Brief Latest

pdf (2MB)

 

Old versions

   
FXVIEW 1.2.9 Upgrade Installer 1.2.9 FXVIEW_1_2_9_upgrade.exe (6.7MB)
FXVIEW 1.2.9 Release Notes 1.2.9 FXview_1 2_9_Release_Notes
     
FXVIEW 1.1 Upgrade Installer 1.1.7 FXVIEW_1_1_7_upgrade.exe (2.67MB)
FXVIEW 1.1 Release Notes 1.1.7 FXview_1 1_7_Release_Notes
FX10 Quick Reference Card 1.1.7 FXview 1.1.7 Reference Card
FX10 Owners Manual Release 1.1 1.1.7

FX10_Owners_Manual_release_1.1

FX10 Firmware Upgrade Installer 1.7.1 FX10_firmware_1_71_1710_installer.exe (34.4MB)
     
Database extra files patch 1.0.1 Database Extra Files Patch
     

FXVIEW 1.0

1.04 Not available online:  contact SOLIDFX for more information
FX10 Quick Reference Card 1.04

pdf (2MB)

FX10 Quick Start Guide

 

1.04

 

pdf (2MB)

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