L3 Technologies AFIRS228S0 AFIRS 228S Satellite Data Unit User Manual Iridium SATCOM System Welcome Package

L3 Technologies AFIRS 228S Satellite Data Unit Iridium SATCOM System Welcome Package

User Manual

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100 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, Florida 34232 Telephone: 941-371-0811 Facsimile: 941-377-5591 Confidential Page1 Welcome! Dear Valued Customer, All of us at L-3 Aviation Recorders take this opportunity to say “thank you” for your selection of the L-3 Airbus Iridium Satellite Communication (SATCOM) system. This SATCOM system, also identified as the Automated Flight Information & Reporting System (AFIRS), is a multi-function voice and data communication system that provides a link between the aircraft and ground using the existing Iridium satellite constellation. The system consists of:  Satellite Data Unit (SDU)  SDU Configuration Module (SCM), which houses the system SIM card  Iridium Antenna  Coaxial Cable These system elements are described in further detail in the following sections of this Welcome Kit package. The system performs the following primary functions: Satellite Phone The Iridium SATCOM System contains a single-channel Iridium satellite phone along with an internal Private Branch Exchange (PBX) system. The AFIRS 228 SDU includes telecom functions integrated into the cockpit audio system for the flight crew and separate calling capability through conventional two-wire “tip and ring” telephony devices. Cockpit dialing and control functions can be performed by using the aircraft's Multipurpose Control Display Units (MCDUs). Up to two wired or eight cordless handsets can be added in the cabin for intercom, call transfer, conference calling, camp-on calling and noise-cancelling features. The aircraft can call or be called from any conventional telephone, as well as any other similarly-equipped aircraft. This provides the crew with worldwide access to MedLink or other emergency medical services. ACARS Satellite Data Unit For ACARS-equipped aircraft, the Iridium SATCOM System can function as a standard ARINC 741/761 Satellite Data Unit (SDU) when interfaced to the aircraft's ACARS Communication Management Unit (CMU). The system uses a dedicated Iridium satellite channel for data services. The Iridium SATCOM System receives messages from the CMU, prioritizes the messages, and transmits them over the Iridium satellite link. ACARS messages received from the satellite link are routed to the CMU for processing.
100 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, Florida 34232 Telephone: 941-371-0811 Facsimile: 941-377-5591 Confidential Page2 Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) Interface If desired, the Iridium SATCOM System SDU provides an EFB with an interface to the EFB message transport system. An Ethernet port provides the physical connection between the devices – using industry standard IEEE 802.3 LAN technologies. Once physically connected, the SDU routes to the EFB a web-based portal that can be accessed by EFB applications using a defined IP based protocol, supporting text messaging and other functions. L-3 Aviation Recorders manufactures and services the Iridium SATCOM system. To learn more about L-3 products, please visit the company’s website at: http://www.l-3ar.com/ . This Welcome Package includes the following useful information for you to obtain support for effective operation of your Iridium SATCOM system:  L-3 Contact Information  Authorized Service Facility Information  Compliance Package (Export Compliance Certification, End-Use/User Statement)  Technical Documentation (Quick Guide, and Installation & Operation Manual)  Customer Training Schedule  CD – includes all Welcome Package documentation & a Component Maintenance Manual Thank you again for your interest in our products. We look forward to working with you to bring your new Airbus Iridium SATCOM System on-line in your fleet operations, and to meeting your needs and expectations in the support and service of your Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. Mike Phillips Product Support Manager L-3 Aviation Recorders
100 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, Florida 34232 Telephone: 941-371-0811 Facsimile: 941-377-5591 Confidential Page1 Table of Contents This Welcome Package includes the documents listed in the table below. Keep in mind, these documents may not be the latest up-to-date revisions. Please check the L-3 Customer Support website for the latest update available at: http://www.l-3ar.com/customer/index.htm Documents Welcome Letter L-3 Contact Details Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Quick Start Guide Iridium SIM Card Registration Installation Manual Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Component Maintenance Manual
S t Fl id 34232Sarasota, Florida 34232CAGE Code 06141 Phone: (941) 371–0811 | FAX: (941) 377–5591http://www.l-3ar.com/Iridium Customer SupportIridium Customer SupportTechnicalsupport,Reliability,ProductsupportDaveDowdingSeniorProductSupportEngineerPhone941.377.5551Cell 941 284 3048DarenWelkerProductSupportEngineerPhone941.379.1620Cell 941 372 2313CarloMammelliPublicationsSupervisorPhone941.377.5550Cell 941 726 9050ppppCell941.284.3048Fax941.377.5591Emaildavid.dowding@l‐3com.comCell941.372.2313Fax941.377.5591Emaildaren.welker@l‐3com.comCell941.726.9050Fax941.377.5591Emailcharles.mammelli@l‐3com.comTechnical Technical Mike PhillipsDocumentationDocumentationForaccesstoTechnicaldocumentation,pleaselogonto:Website:http://www.l‐3ar.com/customer/technical.htmForspecificrequestsontechnicaldocumentation,contact:Email:charles.mammelli@l‐3com.comMikePhillipsProductSupportManagerPhone941.377.5547Cell941.726.0107Fax941.377.5591Emailmike.phillips@l‐3com.comCustomer Iridium Operator training is providedTrainingTrainingFormoredetailsconcerningL3ARTrainingpleaseusethislink:CustomerIridiumOperatortrainingisprovidedthree(3)timesayearattheL3ARFacilityinSarasota,FL.2014TrainingDatesFeb.18‐20,2014Jun. 23‐25,2014Oct.20‐22,2014g g pWebsite:http://www.l‐3ar.com/services/training_aviation.htmForquestionsaboutproducttraining,contact:Email:daren.welker@l‐3com.com
Sarasota, Florida 34232Authorized Service FacilityAuthorized Service Facility,CAGE Code 06141 Phone: (941) 371–0811 | FAX: (941) 377–5591http://www.l-3ar.com/yyAEuropeanservicefacilitywillbeestablishedlaterin2014.Untilsuchtime,allIridiumrepairswillbeperformedatL‐3Factory.Address:L‐3CommunicationsAviationRecorders100CattlemenRd.Sarasota,Florida34232Attention: Repair Station9413775517Attention:RepairStation–941‐377‐5517RepairStationManager:GeraldGodbeePhone:941.377.5531Email:gerald.godbee@l‐3com.com
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page1AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemQuickStartGuideSDU L-3 part number 228E5733-00 SCM L-3 part number 418E5733-00 
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page2SECTION1‐OVERVIEW1. AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemOverviewTheAirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemwillbecertifiedtoTSOC‐159aforvoiceanddatasafety‐services.Ithasadual‐channelIridiumlink,onededicatedfordata‐withthecapabilitytosendandreceivestandardACARSmessagesbetweentheaircraft’sAirTrafficServiceUnit(ATSU),andtheotherprioritizedforvoiceviaacertifiedterrestrialserviceprovider.TheAutomatedFlightInformationReportingSystem(AFIRS)providesasatellitevoiceanddatacommunications(SATCOM)linkwiththePublicSwitchedTelephoneNetwork(PSTN)viatheIridium®satellitenetwork.ThesystemusesastandardARINC741/761SATCOMinterfacetotheflightcrew’sAudioIntegratingSystemandARINC739AMulti‐PurposeControlandDisplayUnits(MCDUs)inthecockpit,aswellasproviding3‐extensionPublicBranchExchange(PBX)capabilityforupto2handsetsinthecabin.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page3SatelliteDataUnit(SDU)2. SDUConfigurationModule(SCM)TheSCMishousedinasmallenclosure,whichisdesignedtobemountedwithin24”oftheSDUrearconnector.TheSCMandantennaconnectdirectlytotheSDU.TheSDUistheheartofthesystemandprovidesalloftheinterfacestootheraircraftsystems.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page4SECTION2–SYSTEMCONFIGURATIONYouconfiguretheAirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemSatelliteDataUnit(SDU)viaEthernetusingalaptop,webbrowser,andtheAFIRSMaintenanceUserInterface(MUI).AnRJ‐45MaintenancePortjackislocatedbehindtheaccessdooronthefrontpaneloftheSDU.IMPORTANT:READBEFORECONFIGURINGSATCOMSYSTEM TheMUIonlyacceptsEnglish‐languagecharactersandnumbers. Theaircraft’sstatusmustbedeemed“On‐Ground”toaccessMaintenanceModeandmakeanysystemchanges.Iftheaircraftisdeemed“In‐Air”,theEnterMaintenanceModebuttonwillbe,orwillbecome,unavailable.Iftheaircraftstatuschangesto“In‐Air”whileinMaintenanceMode,thesystemwillrebootautomaticallyandreturntoOperationalModewithoutsavinganychanges. EnteringMaintenanceModedisablesallMCDUfunctions.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page51. InstallSIMCard1. RemovethefourscrewsfromtheplateontheSCM.2. RemovetheplateontheSCMtorevealtheSIMenclosure.3. SlidetheSIMEnclosuretorelease.4. LifttheSIMEnclosure.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page65. SlidetheSIMcardintheslot.Itwillfitonlyoneway;donotforce.6. ClosetheSIMEnclosureandslidetothelefttolock.TheSIMCardisnowinstalled.7. Replacetheplate.8. ReplacethefourscrewsusingasmallamountofthreadingLoctite222.9. Proceedto“AccesstheMaintenanceUserInterface(MUI)”below.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page73. AccesstheMaintenanceUserInterface(MUI)1. Withsystempoweron,connectanEthernetcabletotheMaintenancePortviathefrontpanelaccessdooroftheSDU.2. Connecttheotherendofthecabletoalaptopwithawebbrowser(MozillaFireFox®isrecommended).3. Confirmthatthegreenlinklightisilluminated.Thelightcanbesteadyorflashing–flashingmeansthatdataisbeingtransmitted.4. Setthelaptopnetworkadaptertothefollowing: IP=192.168.128.10 SubnetMask=255.255.255.0Note:TheMaintenanceportcanauto‐negotiatethebestspeed(10/100)andmode(full/halfduplex).5. Openthelaptop’swebbrowserandclearthecache.6. IntheAddressbar,typethefollowingdefaultIPaddress:192.168.128.1.TheAirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemHomepagewilldisplaywiththeGeneraltabinformationdisplayed.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page81‐Loginarea2‐Menuofavailablelinkstopagesaccessibletovarioususersuponlogin3‐Tabs:GENERAL,ARINC,andDISCRETEIN4‐SystemandLinkstatusdisplayarea5‐Systeminformationdatadisplayarea6‐Mode:OPERATIONAL,MAINTENANCE,INITIALIZING,etc.7. Proceedto“AccessMaintenanceMode”below.4. AccessMaintenanceMode–OnGroundStatusRequired1. YouarenowconnectedtotheAirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemMUIHomePage;typethefollowingintheLoginfields: DefaultUserName:AFIRSMAINT DefaultPassword:228MAINT2. ClickLogin.3. ClickEnterMaintenanceMode.Amessagedisplays,promptingforconfirmationtoenterMaintenanceMode.4. ClickOK.TheMUI–MaintenanceHomePagewilldisplay.5. ModifyOwnerRequirementsTable(ORT)Parameters1. YouareloggedintotheMUIasaMaintenanceUserfromthepreviousprocess.Youwillnowbeabletocustomizeparametersfortheindividualaircraftoperatorbasedonoperationalrequirementsorpreferences.2. ClickEnterMaintenanceMode.Aconfirmationmessagedisplays.3. ClickOK.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page94. ClicktheORTlinkontheleftsideofthescreentoopentheORTpage.TheOwnerRequirementsTablewilldisplay.FieldAvailableOptionsCallProgressTonesNorthAmericanEuropeanExtension1Yes–CallsfromcockpitcanbeplacedmanuallyNo–CallsfromcockpitcanonlybeplacedfromaddressbookLowPriorityCallsYes–Lowprioritycallscanbereceived/madefromcockpitNo–Lowprioritycallscannotbereceived/madefromcockpitAdditionalACARSHeaderNone–SITAServiceARINC–ARINCServiceAirTrafficService(ATS)Yes–SIMcardwithATSNo–SIMcardwithoutATS6. CreateanAddressBook1. ClickDownloadsfromtheleftmenu.2. ChoosetheAddressBookoption.3. ClickDownload.4. ChoosetheSaveFileoption.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page105. ClickOK.AnAddressBooktemplatewilldownloadtothecomputerasacomma‐separated‐valuesfile(adb.csv).IfthecomputerdoesnothaveMicrosoftExcel®,thefilecanbeopenedasaMicrosoftWordPad®file.ExampleofMicrosoftExcel®AddressBookfile.ExampleofMicrosoftWordPad®AddressBookfile.6. Locateandopentheadb.csvfile.7. Addentriestotheaddressbook(upto300)andmodifyasnecessary.Therearenolistnumbersintheadb.csvfiletoidentifyindividualentries.Important:Thetemplate(adb.csv)entriesmustadheretotheparametersexactly.AddressBookParametersPhoneNumber Upto18digits (Alwaysincludecountrycode)NameUpto23upper‐casealpha‐numericcharacters(A‐Z,0‐9,+,‐,/,space)PriorityUseonlyATS‐enabledIridiumSIMcards.4–Public3–Non‐Safety2–Safety1–EmergencyProtected0–No1–YesDirectory4–Public3–Non‐Safety2–Safety1–EmergencySpeedDial11SpeedDial20(notcurrentlyused)SpeedDial30(notcurrentlyused)8. WhenfinishedmodifyingtheAddressBook,saveandclosethefile.Important:Thefilenamemustremainadb.csvorthefilewillnotload.9. ClickUpgradesfromtheleftmenu.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page1110. ClickBrowseandlocatetheadb.csvfilethatyoujustcreated.11. ClickUpload.12. ClickApply.13. ClickExitMaintenanceModewhenupdatesarecomplete.Amessagedisplays,promptingforconfirmationtoexitMaintenanceMode.14. ClickOK.Thesystemsaveschanges,reboots,andreturnstoOperationalMode.15. Proceedto“EnterAdministratorRole”below.7. EnterAdministratorRole‐On‐GroundStatusRequired1. YouarestillconnectedtotheAirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemMUIHomePage;typethefollowingintheLoginfields: DefaultUserName:AFIRSADMIN DefaultPassword:ADMIN2282. ClickLogin.3. ClickEnterMaintenanceMode.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page128. UpdateUserAccessTable(UAT)ParametersTheUserAccessTable(UAT)isusedtosetupuseraccessprivilegesforupto20users.Thesesettingsmaybechangedasneededtomeetoperationalrequirements.1. ClicktheUAT(Security)linkontheleftsideofthescreentoopentheUATpage.2. Addsecurityrolesasnecessarybasedonthefollowingparameters.FieldParameterUserName4‐20upper‐casealpha‐numericcharactersPassword4‐20upper‐casealpha‐numericcharactersSecurityLevelDataCollector(default)MaintenanceAdministratorRolesPrivilegesModifications Software/DataLoading(Upload)ORTParametersAddressBookUAT(UserAccessTable)S/WUpgradesICTORT(Complete)ADB(AddressBook)UAT(UserAccessTable)Guest(nologinrequired)NoNoNoNoNoNoNoNoDataCollectorNoNo No No No NoNo NoMaintenanceYesNo No Yes Yes YesYes YesAdministratorNoNo Yes Yes Yes YesYes YesNote:Alluserscandownloadfaultlogs,exceptGuest.3. Whenfinished,clickExitMaintenanceModeforthesystemtorebootandsavechanges.4. Proceedto“Section3‐Testing”or“DownloadBackupUATFile(Optional)”below.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page13a. DownloadBackupUATFile(Optional)YoumaywanttodownloadabackupUATfilethatyoucoulduploadintheeventthatthesystemfileshouldfail.1. OntheHomePage,typethefollowingintheLoginfields: DefaultUserName:AFIRSADMIN DefaultPassword:ADMIN2282. ClickLogin.3. ClickDownloads.4. SelecttheUAToptionfromtheConfigurationssection.5. ClickDownload.6. ChooseSave.7. ClickOK.8. Proceedto“Section3‐Testing”below.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page14SECTION3–TESTING1. TestSystemVoiceConnectivityPerformthefollowingstepstoensurethatthesystemisworkingproperly.Ifyoudonothavevoicetransmissionavailable,proceedtoTestSystemDataConnectivity.ForinformationonBuilt‐inTestsandFaultIndicators,seetheInstallationandOperationsManual.a. CallfromLandlinePhonetoIridiumSATCOMPhoneNON‐ATS(AirTrafficService)SIM1. CallIridiumCallServiceU.S.1‐480‐768‐2500Non‐U.S.001‐480‐768‐25002. EnterIridium12digitphonenumberandfollowwiththe#symbol.ATS(AirTrafficService)SIM1. CallIridiumCallServiceU.S.1‐480‐730‐3900Non‐U.S.001‐480‐730‐39002. EnterIridium12digitphonenumberandfollowwiththe#symbol.3. Enterthefollowinginformationwhenpromptedandfolloweachentrywiththe#symbol.ThisinformationisprovidedbySIMcardprovider. UserID PIN Prioritylevelo Emergencyo Safetyo Non‐Safetyo Public PlaneID
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page15b. CallfromIridiumSATCOMPhonetoLandlinePhone(Manual)1. SelectManualDialfromtheMCDUscreen.2. Punchinthephonenumberandselectthebuttondirectlynexttotheopenfieldtopopulatethefield.3. ChooseaprioritybyusingthePageUpandPageDownbuttons.4. ChoosePre‐Select.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page165. Thesystemisreadytoconnectthecall.6. Initiatethecall.c. CallfromIridiumSATCOMPhonetoLandlinePhone(Directory)IMPORTANT:Ifmanualdialinghasbeendisabled,theabilitytousedual‐tonemulti‐frequencysignaling(DTMF)willalsobedisabled.ThismeansthatyouwillnotbeabletopunchinanextensionnumberafterreachingaswitchboardviaDirectorydialing.1. SelectDirectoryfromtheMCDUscreen.2. Chooseadirectory.
AirbusIridiumSATCOMSystemL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary165E5733‐01Rev.027March2014Page173. Locatethenumbertocall.4. Initiatethecall.2. SendDataMessagefromIridiumSATCOM1. GototheMCDU.2. ChooseafreetextandsendatestmessagetoDispatchorMaintenance.Thesystemwillautomaticallyqueueandsendthemessage.Optionally,youcanhavethemessagereceiversendyouamessageback.
StatusIndicator NameOFF GREEN YELLOW REDSystemNever Off Operational ModeNo Failure/FaultInitialization Mode orMaintenance Mode or Fault/Event Critical FailureISVM LinkNever Off Operational ModeNo Failure/Fault Fault/Event Never RedISDM LinkNever Off Operational ModeNo Failure/Fault Fault/Event Never RedGPS LinkInternal GPS Active Parameter Set to Inactive Operational ModeNo Failure/Fault Fault/Event Never RedEthernet Link(for each port)Not Used or Fault Steady = Link OKFlashing = Data Being TransmittedNever Yellow Never RedIridiumStatusIndicatorSummaryNote:LEDindicatorsrequirepowertotheIridiumSATCOMsystem.Everyindicatorwillbeoffifnopowerisapplied.Indicator Color(for each port) Flashing = Data Being TransmittedL‐3AviationRecordersProprietary
Fault Name BIT Check Raise Fault/Failure Condition Clear Fault/Failure Condition System ISVM ISDM GPS Operable SDU SCMCONFIG FAIL Configuration Table Failure The “Configuration Table Failure” will be raised if the system is unable to read or write the Configuration Data stored in the memoryThe “Configuration Table Failure” cannot be cleared once raised.No N/A N/ACritical Error. Verify ICT and ORT files in MUI. If files are valid for A/C, replace SDU.CONFIG FAULT SCM Compatibility Fault The “SCM Compatibility Fault” will be raised if the SDU software load is not compatible with the valid Configuration Data stored in the SCThe “SCM Compatibility Fault” cannot be cleared once raised.No N/A N/ATransition to Configuration Invalid State. Verify software load in MUI.Fault LightDiscrete OutputON OFFL-3 Iridium SATCOM System - Built-in Test and Fault IndicatorsDATA CHECKSFront Panel LEDs MCDU IndicatorsIndicator DescriptionLED Off Operational, No Failure/Fault Critical Failure Fault/Event CommentNVM FAIL NR-NVM Failure The “NR-NVM Failure” will be raised if missing or not detected, does not initialize or is judged to be defective.The “NR-NVM Failure” cannot be cleared once raised.Yes FAIL OK Internal memory failure.FLASH CARD FAULTFlash card statusFlash card removed or can not be readFlash card inserted and can be read. Yes FAIL OK Verify flash card is inserted and can be read.L‐3AviationRecordersProprietary
Fault Name BIT Check Raise Fault/Failure Condition Clear Fault/Failure Condition System ISVM ISDM GPS Operable SDU SCMLOW VOLTS Low Voltage Status The “Low Voltage Status” will be raised if the system enters the Low Input Voltage state.The “Low Voltage Status” will be cleared if the system exits the Low Input Voltage state.Yes OK OK Check input voltage if persistent.ALTERNATE POWER Alternate Power Status The “Alternate Power Status” will be raised if the voltage at the Alternate Input is below 18.0 V or above 32.2 V.The “Alternate Power Status” will be cleared if the voltage at the Alternate Input is within an inclusive range of 18.0 V to 32.2 V.Yes OK OK Check input voltage.CommentL-3 Iridium SATCOM System - Built-in Test and Fault IndicatorsPOWER CHECKSIndicator DescriptionLED Off Fault/Event Fault LightDiscrete OutputON OFFOperational, No Failure/Fault Critical Failure Front Panel LEDs MCDU IndicatorsPOWER LOSS Power Loss CheckThe “Power Loss Status” will be raised if the system enters the Power Failure state.The “Power Loss Status” will be cleared if the system exits the Power Failure state.No FAIL No Check input voltage.L‐3AviationRecordersProprietary
Fault Name BIT Check Raise Fault/Failure Condition Clear Fault/Failure Condition System ISVM ISDM GPS Operable SDU SCMCONFIG FAIL Temperature Sensor Fault A “Temperature Sensor Fault” will be raised if one or more of the temperature sensors are considered unreasonable.The “Temperature Sensor Fault” will be cleared if all of the temperature sensors report a reasonable temperatureYes OK OK CONFIG FAULT System Low Temperature Status The “System Low Temperature Status” will be raised if the system enters the System Low Temperature state.The “System Low Temperature Status” will be cleared if the system exits the System Low Yes OK OK Temperature is below -15 C.NVM FAILISVM ElevatedThe“System High Temperature Status”The“System HighYesOKOKTemperature isCommentL-3 Iridium SATCOM System - Built-in Test and Fault IndicatorsTEMPERATURE CHECKSIndicator DescriptionLED Off Fault/Event Fault LightDiscrete OutputON OFFOperational, No Failure/Fault Critical Failure Front Panel LEDs MCDU IndicatorsNVM FAIL ISVM Elevated Temperature Status, or ISVM High Temperature Status, or System High TtThe System High Temperature Status will be raised if the system enters the System High Temperature state.The System High Temperature Status” will be cleared if the system exits the System High Temperature state.Yes OK OK Temperature is above 70 C.L‐3AviationRecordersProprietary
Fault Name BIT Check Raise Fault/Failure Condition Clear Fault/Failure Condition System ISVM ISDM GPS Operable SDU SCMISVM DPL FAIL ISVM Voice Communication Failure The Iridium Satellite Voice Modem (ISVM) failure will be raised if the ISVM driver reports no communication with the ISVM DPL port after three retry attempts.The “ISVM Voice Communication Failure” will be cleared if the ISVM driver reports communication with the ISVM.Yes FAIL OK Voice communications not available. Link should reestablish within a few minutes. If link does not reestablish within 20 minute period, replace SDU.ISVM AT FAIL ISVM Data Communication FilThe “ISVM Data Communication Failure” will be raised if the Iridium All Off M d i A i d h ISVMThe “ISVM Data Communication Failure” ill b l d if h ISVMNon-Safety Services Data Communications inoperable. Li k h ld t bli hCommentL-3 Iridium SATCOM System - Built-in Test and Fault IndicatorsINTERNAL CHECKSIndicator DescriptionLED Off Fault/Event Fault LightDiscrete OutputON OFFOperational, No Failure/Fault Critical Failure Front Panel LEDs MCDU IndicatorsFailure Off Mode is not Active and the ISVM driver reports no communication with the ISVM AT port after three retry attempts.will be cleared if the ISVM driver reports communication with the ISVM AT port.Yes FAIL OK Link should reestablish within a few minutes. If link does not reestablish within 20 minute period, replace SDU.ISDM FAIL ISDM Communication Failure The Iridium Satellite Data Modem (ISDM) failure will be raised if the ISDM driver reports no communication with the ISDM DPL port after three retry attempts.The “ISDM Voice Communication Failure” will be cleared if the ISDM driver reports communication with the ISDM.Yes FAIL OK Safety Services Data Communications inoperable. Link should reestablish within a few minutes. If link does not reestablish within 20 minute period, replace SDU.SIM CARD FAIL SIM Communication Failure The “SIM Communication Failure” will be raised if the system fails to read or write to the SIM card.The “SIM Communication Failure” will be cleared if the system successfully reads and writes to the SIM card.Yes OK FAIL Voice Communications not available. Verify SIM card is installed and SCM is operational.GPS FAIL GPS Communication Fail The “GPS Communication Failure” will be raised if the GPS Receiver reports no communication with the GPS after three retry attempts.The “GPS Communication Failure” will be cleared if the GPS Receiver reports communication with the GPS. Yes FAIL OK GPS not available, Link should reestablish within a few minutes. If link does not reestablish within 20 minute period, replace SDU. If still present verify Iridium/GPS antenna and cableantenna and cable.L‐3AviationRecordersProprietary
Fault Name BIT Check Raise Fault/Failure Condition Clear Fault/Failure Condition System ISVM ISDM GPS Operable SDU SCMA717 INACTIVE ARINC 573/717 Receiver Inactive Fault The “ARINC 573/717 Receiver fault will be raised if the ARINC 573/717 is configured Active data and the data is not present.The ARINC 573/717 Receiver Fault will be cleared if ARINC 573/717 data resumes.Yes OK OK Verify ARINC 573/717 data.A429 RXnn INACT (nn = Port Number) ARINC 429 Receiver Port Inactive Fault An “ARINC 429 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be raised if an ARINC 429 Receiver Port that is configured as Generic 429 has not A raised “ARINC 429 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be cleared if a recognized label with correct parity is fYes OK OK Verify ARINC 429 data on indicated receiver port.The“ACARS 1 Receiver PortAraised“ACARS 1 ReceiverCommentL-3 Iridium SATCOM System - Built-in Test and Fault IndicatorsEXTERNAL CHECKSIndicator DescriptionLED Off Fault/Event Fault LightDiscrete OutputON OFFOperational, No Failure/Fault Critical Failure Front Panel LEDs MCDU IndicatorsACARS1 RX INACT ACARS 1 Receiver Port Inactive Fault The ACARS 1 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be raised if an ARINC 429 Receiver Port configured as ACARS 1 has not received a recognized label with correct parity for 4 seconds in a A raised ACARS 1 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be cleared if a recognized label with correct parity is received for 4 seconds in a row over the port for which the Yes OK OK Verify ACARS 1 receiver data.ACARS2 RX INACT ACARS 2 Receiver Port Inactive Fault The “ACARS 2 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be raised if an ARINC 429 Receiver Port configured as ACARS 2 has not received a recognized label with A raised “ACARS 2 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be cleared if a recognized label with correct parity is received for 4 seconds in a row over Yes OK OK Verify ACARS 2 receiver data.MCDU1 RX INACT MCDU 1 Receiver Port Inactive Fault The “MCDU 1 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be raised if an ARINC 429 Receiver Port configured as ARINC 739 MCDU 1 has not received a recognized label with correct parity for 4 seconds in a row.A raised “MCDU 1 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be cleared if a recognized label with correct parity is received for 4 seconds in a row over the port for which the “MCDU 1 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” was raised.No (MCDU 1) OK OK Display on MCDU 1 inoperable. Check MCDU 1.MCDU2 RX INACT MCDU 2 Receiver Port Inactive FaultThe “MCDU 2 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be raised if an ARINC 429 Receiver Port configured as ARINC 739 MCDU 1 has not received a recognized labelA raised “MCDU 2 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be cleared if a recognized label with correct parity is received for 4 seconds in a row over No (MCDU 2)OK OK Display on MCDU 2 inoperable. Check MCDU 2Inactive Fault has not received a recognized label with correct parity for 4 seconds in a row.the port for which the “MCDU 1 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” was raised.2) 2.L‐3AviationRecordersProprietary
Fault Name BIT Check Raise Fault/Failure Condition Clear Fault/Failure Condition System ISVM ISDM GPS Operable SDU SCMA717 INACTIVE ARINC 573/717 Receiver Inactive Fault The “ARINC 573/717 Receiver fault will be raised if the ARINC 573/717 is configured Active data and the data is not present.The ARINC 573/717 Receiver Fault will be cleared if ARINC 573/717 data resumes.Yes OK OK Verify ARINC 573/717 data.CommentL-3 Iridium SATCOM System - Built-in Test and Fault IndicatorsEXTERNAL CHECKSIndicator DescriptionLED Off Fault/Event Fault LightDiscrete OutputON OFFOperational, No Failure/Fault Critical Failure Front Panel LEDs MCDU IndicatorsMCDU3 RX INACT MCDU 3 Receiver Port Inactive FaultThe “MCDU 3 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be raised if an ARINC 429 Receiver Port configured as ARINC 739 MCDU 1 has not received a recognized labelA raised “MCDU 3 Receiver Port Inactive Fault” will be cleared if a recognized label with correct parity is received for 4 seconds in a row over No (MCDU 3)OK OK Display on MCDU 3 inoperable.Inactive Fault has not received a recognized label with correct parity for 4 seconds in a row.the port for which the “MCDU 1 Receiver Port Inactive Fault”was raised3) A429 TXn FAIL (n = Port Number) ARINC 429 Transmitter Port Loopback Failure An “ARINC 429 Transmitter Port Loopback Failure” will be raised if an active ARINC 429 Transmitter Port is configured as a GP Bus or CFDS and the loopback from the port is not detected.A raised “ARINC 429 Transmitter Port Loopback Failure” will be cleared if the loopback is detected from the port for which the “ARINC 429 Transmitter Port Loopback Fault” was raised.Yes FAIL OK Verify ARINC 429 data on indicated transmitter port.ACARS TX FAIL ACARS Transmitter Port Loopback Failure The “ACARS Transmitter Port Loopback Failure” will be raised if an ARINC 429 Transmitter Port is configured as ACARS and the loopback from the port is not detected.A raised “ACARS Transmitter Port Loopback Failure” will be cleared if the loopback is detected from the port for which the “ACARS Transmitter Port Loopback Failure” was raised.Yes FAIL OK Verify ACARS transmitter port.ACARS FAULT ACARS Loop Test Fault The “ACARS Loop Test Fault” will be raised if an ACARS Loop Test does not pass on at least one ACARS system.Yes OK OK Verify ACARS system.L‐3AviationRecordersProprietary
Fault Name BIT Check Raise Fault/Failure Condition Clear Fault/Failure Condition System ISVM ISDM GPS Operable SDU SCMA717 INACTIVE ARINC 573/717 Receiver Inactive Fault The “ARINC 573/717 Receiver fault will be raised if the ARINC 573/717 is configured Active data and the data is not present.The ARINC 573/717 Receiver Fault will be cleared if ARINC 573/717 data resumes.Yes OK OK Verify ARINC 573/717 data.CommentL-3 Iridium SATCOM System - Built-in Test and Fault IndicatorsEXTERNAL CHECKSIndicator DescriptionLED Off Fault/Event Fault LightDiscrete OutputON OFFOperational, No Failure/Fault Critical Failure Front Panel LEDs MCDU IndicatorsMCDU TX FAIL MCDU Transmitter Port LoopbackThe “MCDU Transmitter Port Loopback Failure” will be raised if an ARINC 429 Transmitter Port is configured as ARINC 739 MCDU dh l b kf h iA raised “MCDU Transmitter Port Loopback Failure” will be cleared if the loopback is detected from the port for which the“MCDUNo FAIL OK Verify MCDU system.Loopback Failure and the loopback from the port is not detected.which the MCDU Transmitter Port Loopback Failure” was raised.SERIALn FAULT (n = Port Number) RS-232/422 Receive Fault A “RS-232/422 Receive Fault” will be raised for any active RS-232/422 Serial Port for which a received data error is reported.A raised “RS-232/422 Receiver Fault” will be cleared if the data is received without error over the port for which the fault was raised.Yes OK OK Verify received serial data on indicated port.SERIALn FAIL (n = Port Number) RS-232/422 Transmission Loopback Failure The “RS-232/422 Transmission Loopback Failure” will be raised for any Active RS-232 Serial Port whose loopback is not detected after three loopback attempts.The “RS-232/422 Transmission Loopback Failure” cannot be cleared once raised.Yes FAIL OK Verify serial data on indicated port.DOUTn FAIL (n = Port Number) Discrete Output Failure A “Discrete Output Failure” will be raised for any Discrete Output Port that is Active and does not output the expected voltage.The “Discrete Output Failure” will be cleared if the expected voltage is output from the port for which the fault was raised.Yes FAIL OK Verify discrete output on indicated port.ETHERNETn FAULT (n = Port Number) Ethernet Link Fault The “Ethernet Link Fault” will be raised if Ethernet is Monitored and there is no link.The “Ethernet Link Fault” will be cleared if Ethernet is Monitored and there is a link.Yes OK OK Verify indicated Ethernet port. Access to MUI may be impacted, may need to access MUI through another Ethernet port.another Ethernet port.L‐3AviationRecordersProprietary
Fault Name BIT Check Raise Fault/Failure Condition Clear Fault/Failure Condition System ISVM ISDM GPS Operable SDU SCMA717 INACTIVE ARINC 573/717 Receiver Inactive Fault The “ARINC 573/717 Receiver fault will be raised if the ARINC 573/717 is configured Active data and the data is not present.The ARINC 573/717 Receiver Fault will be cleared if ARINC 573/717 data resumes.Yes OK OK Verify ARINC 573/717 data.CommentL-3 Iridium SATCOM System - Built-in Test and Fault IndicatorsEXTERNAL CHECKSIndicator DescriptionLED Off Fault/Event Fault LightDiscrete OutputON OFFOperational, No Failure/Fault Critical Failure Front Panel LEDs MCDU IndicatorsNO GPS LINK GPS Link Status The “GPS Link Status” will be raised if the internal GPS is configured as Active and the GPS Ri t itiThe “GPS Link Status” will be cleared if the GPS Receiver reports a navigation solution Yes OK OK GPS not available, Link should reestablish within a few minutes. If link does not reestablish within 20 minute period, replace Status Receiver reports no navigation solution for 5 seconds in a row.reports a navigation solution for 5 seconds in a row.minute period, replace SDU. If still present verify Iridium/GPS antenna and cable.NO ISVM LINK ISVM Link Status The “ISVM Link Status” will be raised if the ISVM driver reports no link.The “ISVM Link Status” will be cleared if the ISVM driver reports a link for 5 seconds in a row.Yes OK OK Voice communications not available. Link should reestablish within a few minutes.NO ISDM LINK ISDM Link Status The “ISDM Link Status” will be raised if the ISDM driver reports no link.The “ISDM Link Status” will be cleared if the ISDM driver reports a link for 5 seconds in a row.Yes OK OK Data communications not available. Link should reestablish within a few minutes.NO DTP SOURCE Date, Time, Position Source Status The “DTP Source Status” will be raised if DTP 1 interface, DTP 2 interface, DTP 3 interface, and internal GPS are all not providing valid data.The “DTP Source Status” will be cleared if at least one of DTP 1 interface, DTP 2 interface, DTP 3 interface, or internal GPS is providing valid data.Yes OK OK Verify DTP source.L‐3AviationRecordersProprietary
Iridium SIM Card Registration The Iridium network is based on the international Global System for Mobile communications (GSM) standard and architecture. With any GSM cellular device, all Iridium transceivers capable of voice require a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) associated with the mobile device. Though the SIM can be used for many functions, such as restricting call access or to store information, its primary function is to assign the telephone number to the L-3 Satellite Data Unit (SDU) transceiver. An exception is the Iridium Short Burst Data (SBD) modem, which operates solely from an IMEI number assigned to each modem. Often customers or installers are not familiar with the need to activate the SIM and IMEI for service over the Iridium network prior to testing or use of the system. You may select any valid Iridium Service provider. Our recommendation is to contact our partner, FLYHT Aerospace Solutions Ltd., complete the following activation form, and send to FLYHT for processing. There are two types of voice service plans to choose from: • Air Traffic Service (ATS) The operator will be able to prioritize calls to and from the cockpit and pre-empt a lower priority call with a higher priority incoming call. The calls from ground-to-air have additional security procedures; the user will be required to have a User ID, PIN, plane ID, and set the call priority. • Non-ATS This service does not have call prioritization and the ground-to-air calls only require the phone number of the SIM card to place a call. You may need the following information when activating a SIM card: • Tail Number • IMEI Voice Modem Number • Avionics MFR – L-3/FLYHT • IMEI Data Modem Number • Avionics Model - AFIRS 228S Satellite Data Unit • Voice Modem Model 9523 • Data Modem Model 9602
CongratulationsonpurchasingtheFLYHTAFIRSTM228Ssystem.Inordertocompletetheactivationofthevoiceanddataserviceswerequiresomeadditionalinformation.Pleasereviewthefollowingvoiceanddataserviceoptionsandemailthecompletedformtousat228SVoice/DataServices@FLYHT.com.AFLYHTServiceandSupportManagerwillcontactyoutocompletetheactivationprocessandtoprovideyouwiththeassignedsatcomphonenumber. 1. AircraftInformation:Model:SerialNumber:Registration:2. AFIRS228Information:SDUSerialNumber:SCMSerialNumber3. Pleaseselectoneofthefollowingsatcomvoiceserviceplanoptions: AFIRSGlobalVoice/DataPlan–NONATS Rate BillingIntervalsAirtoGround$1.45/minUSD20secondsGroundtoAir$1.45/minUSD20secondsCircuitSwitchDataforEFB$1.45/minUSD20secondsNote1:CallstootherSATCOMserviceproviderswillbechargedatarateof$8.50/minNote2:Minimummonthlyfeeof$50willapplytoallaccounts AFIRSGlobalVoice/DataPlan–ATS Rate BillingIntervalsAirtoGround$1.45/minUSD20secondsGroundtoAir$1.75/minUSD20secondsCircuitSwitchDataforEFB$1.45/minUSD20secondsNote:CallstootherSATCOMserviceproviderswillbechargedatarateof$8.50/minNote2:Minimummonthlyfeeof$50willapplytoallaccounts
4. PleaseindicateyourACARSsatcomdataserviceprovider:ARINCSITAPleasenoteyouwillrequireaseparateagreementwithyourselectedACARSsatcomdataserviceprovider.5. Contactinformation:Primarycontact*BillingContact(ifdifferent)Company Name Address:    email: Phone: *Thesatcomvoicephonenumberwillbeprovidedtothiscontactuponactivation.
TermsandConditions TERMSOFPAYMENTPaymentnetthirty(30)daysfromdateofinvoiceorasotherwisespecifiedbySeller.BuyeragreestopaytheentirenetamountofeachinvoicefromSellerpursuanttothetermsofeachsuchinvoicewithoutoffsetordeduction.OrdersaresubjecttocreditapprovalbySeller,whichmayinitssolediscretionatanytimechangethetermsofbuyer’scredit,requirepaymentincash,bankwiretransferorbyofficialcheckand/orrequirepaymentofanyorallamountsdueortobecomedueforBuyer’sorderbeforeshipmentofanyoralloftheproducts.IfsellerbelievesingoodfaiththatBuyer’sabilitytomakepaymentsmaybeimpairedorifBuyershallfailtopayanyinvoicewhendue,Sellermaysuspendthedeliveryofanyorderoranyremainingbalancethereofuntilsuchpaymentismadeorcancelanyorderoranyremainingbalance,thereof,andbuyershallremainliabletopayforanyproductsalreadyshippedandallNon‐StandardProductsorderedbyBuyer.BuyeragreestosubmitsuchfinancialinformationfromtimetotimeasmaybereasonablyrequestedbySellerfortheestablishmentand/orcontinuationofcreditterms.Checksareacceptedsubjecttocollectionandthedateofthecollectionshallbedeemedthedateofpayment.AnycheckreceivedfromBuyermaybeappliedbySelleragainstanyobligationowingfromBuyertoSeller,regardlessofanystatementappearinginorreferringtoBuyershallpayinterestonanyinvoicenotpaidwhenduefromtheduedatetothedateofpaymentattherateofoneandone‐half(1‐1/2%)percentpermonthorsuchlowerrateasmaybemaximumallowablebylaw.IfBuyerfailstomakepaymentwhendueSellermaypursueanylegalorequitableremedies,inwhicheventSellershallbeentitledtoreimbursementforcostsofcollectionandreasonableattorneysfees. PRIVACYPOLICYFLYHTAerospaceSolutionsLtd.(FLYHT)usestheinformationcollectedtofulfillyourrequestsforservicesandtofacilitatebilling.FLYHTwillsendpersonallyidentifiableinformationaboutyouand/oryourcompanytoothercompaniesorpeoplewhen:weneedtoshareyourinformationtoprovidetheserviceyouhaverequested,weneedtosendtheinformationtocompanieswhoworkonbehalfofFLYHTtoprovideservicetoyou(unlesswetellyoudifferentlythesecompaniesdonothaveanyrighttousethepersonallyidentifiableinformationweprovidethembeyondwhatisnecessarytoassistus).Personallyidentifiableconsumerinformationissharedwiththirdparties(suchasbanksandcreditcardprocessors)totheextentnecessaryforFLYHTtocollectpaymentfortheservicesprovided.
CUSTOMERAGREEMENTAsanindividualorauthorizedrepresentativeofthecompany,Iherebycertifythattheinformationprovidedonthisformistrueandcorrect.IauthorizeFLYHTAerospaceSolutionsLtd.(FLYHT)toinvestigatefinancialreferencesandallotherrelevantmaterial.FLYHThastherighttodenyservicetoanyaccountthatispastdueandalsoreservestherighttodenyservicebaseduponinformationsupplied.IunderstandthatourcompanyisresponsibleforallchargesandservicesuptillthedateouraccountisproperlycancelledthroughFLYHTandtheIridiumnetwork.IagreethatFLYHTcannotbeheldliableforanyclaimsduetounavailability,delay,orinterruptioninsatelliteservices.Suchclaimsshallalsoextendtodamage,expense,andlossoflife.IagreetotheTermsofPaymentandthePrivacyPolicy.Ihavereadandagreetothestandardtermsandconditionsabove.Signedthis  dayof  ,20:Signature:PrintNameTitleCompanyAddress:email:Phone:
L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary 100 Cattlemen Road Sarasota, FL 34232 Installation Manual Airbus Iridium SATCOM System SDU L-3 part number 228E5733-00 SCM L-3 part number 418E5733-00 Publication Number: 165E5733-00 Issue: Rev. 02 21 January 2014
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L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary 100 Cattlemen Road Sarasota, FL 34232 Record of Revisions Rev. Issue Date Description Pages By 00 01 November 2013 Initial issue. All CM 01 15 December 2013 Corrected SDU & SCM Top-Level Part Numbers. All CM/SC 02 21 January 2014 Corrected SDU & SCM Top-Level Part Numbers. All CP
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 4 Table of Contents 1.Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 91.1Applicability ..................................................................................................................... 91.2Model Designation .......................................................................................................... 91.2.1Airbus Iridium SATCOM System ....................................................................... 91.3Part Numbers ................................................................................................................. 91.4Reference Documents .................................................................................................... 91.5Definitions of Acronyms and Terms .............................................................................. 122.Description and Operation .................................................................................................... 162.1System Overview .......................................................................................................... 162.2System Architecture ..................................................................................................... 162.3External System Interfaces ........................................................................................... 173.Equipment Specifications ..................................................................................................... 203.1Satellite Data Unit (SDU) .............................................................................................. 203.1.1General ............................................................................................................ 213.1.2Mechanical Specifications ............................................................................... 213.1.3Environmental Specifications – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System ................... 223.2SDU Configuration Module (SCM) ............................................................................... 223.2.1General ............................................................................................................ 223.2.2Mechanical Specifications ............................................................................... 233.2.3Environmental Specifications ........................................................................... 253.3Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Satellite Antenna ...................................................... 253.4Antenna Coaxial Cable ................................................................................................. 263.5Interface Specifications ................................................................................................ 26SDU Rear Connector (J1) ............................................................................................ 273.5.1Power Input ...................................................................................................... 293.5.2Chassis Ground ............................................................................................... 293.5.3ARINC 429 Digital Serial Bus Input ................................................................. 303.5.4ARINC 429 Digital Serial Bus Output .............................................................. 303.5.5Ethernet ........................................................................................................... 303.5.6Discrete Inputs ................................................................................................. 303.5.6.1Configurable Inputs .......................................................................................... 30 3.5.7Discrete Outputs .............................................................................................. 31
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 5 3.5.7.1Configurable Outputs ....................................................................................... 31 3.5.8Two-Wire Phone .............................................................................................. 313.5.9Microphone Input ............................................................................................. 313.5.10Iridium / GPS Antenna ..................................................................................... 323.6SDU Maintenance Connector (J2) ................................................................................ 323.7SDU Configuration Module (SCM) ............................................................................... 323.8ARINC 429 Receiver Protocols .................................................................................... 323.9ARINC 429 Receiver Activity Status ............................................................................. 343.10ARINC 429 Transmitter Protocols ................................................................................ 343.10.1From SDU to ATSU / FWC .............................................................................. 343.10.2From SDU to MCDU ........................................................................................ 353.10.3From SDU to Airbus CFDS .............................................................................. 354.Installation Considerations .................................................................................................... 364.1Satellite Data Unit (SDU) .............................................................................................. 364.2SDU Configuration Module (SCM) ............................................................................... 374.3Iridium Antenna System ............................................................................................... 374.3.1Antenna ........................................................................................................... 374.3.2Antenna Mounting ............................................................................................ 394.3.3Coaxial Cable .................................................................................................. 395.SATCOM Installation Materials ............................................................................................. 415.1Required Materials ....................................................................................................... 416.System Interface Wiring ........................................................................................................ 426.1General ......................................................................................................................... 426.2Primary Power, Antenna, and SCM .............................................................................. 426.3ARINC 429 Interfaces ................................................................................................... 426.3.1Receiver Protocols ........................................................................................... 436.3.2Transmitter Protocols ....................................................................................... 436.4MCDU ........................................................................................................................... 446.5ACARS ATSU ............................................................................................................... 456.6CFDIU Interface ............................................................................................................ 46 6.7Date, Time and Position ............................................................................................... 466.8RS-232/422 Databus .................................................................................................... 466.9Ethernet ........................................................................................................................ 476.10Discrete Inputs .............................................................................................................. 486.10.1Landing Gear Control Interface Unit (LGCIU) Input ......................................... 486.10.2Function Assignment ....................................................................................... 49
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 6 6.11Discrete Outputs ........................................................................................................... 506.12SATCOM ...................................................................................................................... 506.12.1Audio Integrating System ................................................................................. 507.SATCOM System Configuration ........................................................................................... 527.1Accessing the Maintenance User Interface (MUI) ........................................................ 537.1.1Home Page Tab Descriptions .......................................................................... 547.1.2Faults Page ...................................................................................................... 557.1.3Part Numbers Page ......................................................................................... 567.2Entering Maintenance Mode ......................................................................................... 577.2.1Maintenance Mode Menu Descriptions ........................................................... 607.3Configuring the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System ......................................................... 657.3.1Address Book .................................................................................................. 657.3.2Owner Requirements Table (ORT) Parameters .............................................. 667.3.3Installation Configuration Table (ICT) .............................................................. 687.3.4User Access Table (UAT) Parameters ............................................................ 687.4Upgrading Airubs Iridium SATCOM System Software.................................................. 707.4.1Upgrade Materials ........................................................................................... 707.4.2Upgrade Procedure ......................................................................................... 707.5Exiting Maintenance Mode ........................................................................................... 738.Maintenance and Checkout .................................................................................................. 758.1Post-Installation Checkout ............................................................................................ 758.1.1Before Power-On Tests ................................................................................... 758.1.2Aircraft Systems Interface Tests ...................................................................... 768.1.3Operational System Tests ............................................................................... 778.1.4EMI Tests ......................................................................................................... 788.2Instructions for Continued Airworthiness ...................................................................... 78 List of Figures Figure 2-1 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Operational Concept .......................................... 16Figure 2-2 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Block Diagram .................................................... 17Figure 2-3 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System External Interfaces ............................................. 18 Figure 3-1 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Satellite Data Unit (SDU) ................................... 20Figure 3-2 – SDU Outline Drawing ............................................................................................. 21Figure 3-3 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System SDU Configuration Module (SCM) ..................... 22
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 7 Figure 3-4 – SCM Outline Drawing ............................................................................................. 23 Figure 3-5 – SCM Oblique View ................................................................................................. 24Figure 3-6 – SCM Connector View Showing Location of Pin 1 .................................................. 25Figure 3-7 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Antenna .............................................................. 25Figure 3-8 – Iridium Antenna Coaxial Cable and Connectors .................................................... 26Figure 3-9 – SDU Connector Map .............................................................................................. 29Figure 4-1 – 2MCU Mounting Tray ............................................................................................. 36 Figure 4-2 – Iridium Antenna, Outline and Dimensions .............................................................. 38 Figure 4-3 – Iridium Antenna, Gasket ......................................................................................... 39Figure 4-4 – Iridium Antenna, Coaxial Cable .............................................................................. 40Figure 6-1 – Primary Power, Antenna, and SCM Interface ........................................................ 42Figure 6-2 – MCDU Interface ...................................................................................................... 44Figure 6-3 – ACARS ATSU Interface ......................................................................................... 45Figure 6-4 – CFDIU Interface ..................................................................................................... 46 Figure 6-5 – Serial Port Interface ................................................................................................ 47Figure 6-6 – Ethernet Interface ................................................................................................... 48Figure 6-7 – Discrete Input Interfaces ........................................................................................ 50Figure 6-8 – Latched ACP Audio Interface ................................................................................. 51Figure 7-1 – Maintenance Port Location ..................................................................................... 52Figure 7-2 – Home Page – General Tab .................................................................................... 54Figure 7-3 – Faults Page (Fault Log Tab) ................................................................................... 55Figure 7-4 – Faults Page (Fault History Tab) ............................................................................. 55Figure 7-5 – Part Numbers Page (Software Tab) ....................................................................... 56Figure 7-6 – Part Numbers Page (Hardware Tab) ...................................................................... 56Figure 7-7 – Entering Maintenance Mode Message ................................................................... 57Figure 7-8 – Maintenance Mode Initial Display Screen .............................................................. 58Figure 7-9 – Maintenance Mode Exit Screen ............................................................................. 59Figure 7-10 – System Restart Screen ........................................................................................ 59Figure 7-11 – Upgrades Screen ................................................................................................. 60Figure 7-12 – Address Book ....................................................................................................... 66Figure 7-13 – ORT Screen ......................................................................................................... 67Figure 7-14 – UAT Page ............................................................................................................. 69Figure 7-15 – Software Upgrade Progress ................................................................................. 71Figure 7-16 – Software Loading Progress Screens .................................................................... 71Figure 7-17 – Exit Maintenance Mode Message ........................................................................ 72Figure 7-18 – Exit Maintenance Mode Progress Bar .................................................................. 72Figure 7-19 – Exiting Prompt Message ...................................................................................... 73Figure 7-20 – Restart Screen ..................................................................................................... 74Figure 7-21 – Software Part Numbers Screen ............................................................................ 74
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 8 List of Tables Table 1-1 – Part Numbers ............................................................................................................ 9Table 1-2 – References ................................................................................................................ 9Table 1-3 – Acronyms and Terms .............................................................................................. 12 Table 3-1 – J1A Top Plug (TP) Insert ......................................................................................... 27Table 3-2 – J1B Middle Plug (MP) Insert .................................................................................... 28Table 3-3 – J1C Bottom Plug (BP) Insert ................................................................................... 29 Table 3-4 – ARINC 429 Receiver Protocols – ATSU/FWC ........................................................ 32 Table 3-5 – ARINC 429 Receiver Protocols – CFDS ................................................................. 33 Table 3-6 – ARINC 429 Receiver Protocols – MCDU ................................................................ 33 Table 3-7 – ARINC 429 Receiver Port Monitoring ...................................................................... 34 Table 3-8 – ARINC 429 Transmitter Protocols SDU – ATSU/FWC ............................................ 34 Table 3-9 – ARINC 429 Transmitter Protocols SDU – MCDU .................................................... 35 Table 3-10 – ARINC 429 Transmitter Protocols SDU – FDS ..................................................... 35 Table 6-1 – Serial Port Pin Assignments .................................................................................... 46 Table 7-1 – Read Privileges by Role .......................................................................................... 62Table 7-2 – Download Privileges by Role ................................................................................... 63Table 7-3 – Modify Privileges by Role ........................................................................................ 64 Appendices Appendix A – Wiring Diagram ..................................................................................................... 79Appendix B – ORT Worksheet .................................................................................................... 83 Appendix C – Environmental Qualification Forms ...................................................................... 85
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 9 1. INTRODUCTION This section provides a general introduction to the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System and its applicable standards and references. 1.1 Applicability This Installation Manual provides the information necessary to plan the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System installation and integration in the aircraft. It defines the mechanical and electrical interfaces for each Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) and provides the procedures required to properly configure, test, and maintain the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. This manual is applicable to the following software version(s): Software Part Number: 840E5733-06 1.2 Model Designation This manual covers model designation Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. 1.2.1 Airbus Iridium SATCOM System The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System will be certified to TSO C-159a for voice and data safety-services. It has a dual-channel Iridium link, one dedicated for safety-services data and the other prioritized for safety-services voice. 1.3 Part Numbers The following part numbers are defined for the LRUs of the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. Table 1-1 – Part Numbers Part Number Description 228E5733-00 Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Satellite Data Unit (SDU) 418E5733-00 Airbus Iridium SATCOM System SDU Configuration Module (SCM) 1.4 Reference Documents Table 1-2 – References Ref. Document Number Description 1. ANSI/TIA/EIA-232-F-1997 Interface Between Data Terminal Equipment and Data Circuit-Terminating Equipment Employing Serial Binary Data Interchange2. ARINC 429-19 Mark 33 Digital Information Transfer System (DITS)
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 10 Ref. Document Number Description 3. ARINC 573-7 Mark 2 Aircraft Integrated Data System (AIDS Mark 2) 4. ARINC 600-16 Air Transport Avionics Equipment Interfaces 5. ARINC 619-3 ACARS Protocols For Avionic End Systems 6. ARINC 664-2 Aircraft Data Networks 7. ARINC 702-6 Flight Management Computer System 8. ARINC 702A-3 Advanced Flight Management Computer System 9. ARINC 717-14 Flight Data Acquisition and Recording System 10. ARINC 718-4 Mark 3 Air Traffic Control Transponder (ATCRBS/MODE S) 11. ARINC 718A-2 Mark 4 Air Traffic Control Transponder (ATCRBS/MODE S) 12. ARINC 739A-1 Multi-Purpose Control And Display Unit 13. ARINC 741-13 Aviation Satellite Communication System 14. ARINC 758-2 Communications Management Unit (CMU) Mark 2 15. ARINC 761-4 Second Generation Aviation Satellite Communication System, Aircraft Installation Provisions 16. FAA TSO C-159a Technical Standard Order, Avionics Supporting Next Generation Satellite Systems (NGSS) 17. GAMA Publication No. 11, Ver. 5.1 ARINC 429, General Aviation Subset 18. IEEE 802.3-2008 IEEE Standard for Information Technology-Specific Requirements - Part 3: Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CMSA/CD) Access Method and Physical Layer Specifications 19. RTCA/DO-160G Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment 20. RTCA/DO-214 Audio Systems Characteristics and Minimum Operational Performance Standards for Aircraft Audio Systems and Equipment 21. RTCA/DO-262A Minimum Operational Performance Standards for Avionics Supporting Next Generation Satellite Systems (NGSS) 22. TIA/EIA-422-B Electrical Characteristics of Balanced Voltage Digital Interface Circuits
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 11 Ref. Document Number Description 23. ABD0100 Issue I List of Affective ABD0100 Modules 24. ABD0100.0.0D General 25. ABD0100.1.1E General Technical Requirements Applicable to all Technical Domains 26. ABD0100.1.2G Environmental Conditions and Tests Requirements Associated to Qualification 27. ABD0100.1.3E Safety – Reliability - Requirements 28. ABD0100.1.4F Maintainability Requirements 29. ABD0100.1.5F Off – Aircraft Test and Testability Requirements 30. ABD0100.1.6D Material Requirements 31. ABD0100.1.7E Mechanical Requirements 32. ABD0100.1.8E Electrical and Installation Requirements 33. ABD0100.1.9H Electronic Equipment Design and Parts Requirements 34. ABD0100.1.10G Software Requirements Related to Product 35. ABD0100.1.11C Optical and Installation Requirements 36. ABD0100.1.12B Conventional Instruments Requirements 37. ABD0100.1.13A Cabin Requirements 38. ABD0100.1.14B Obsolescence Management 39. ABD0100.1.15A Supportability Engineering 40. ABD0100.1.16A Equipment Functional Robustness 41. ABD0100.2.1C Purchaser-Supplier Relations Requirements 42. ABD0100.2.2F Supplier Organization Requirements 43. ABD0100.2.3E Equipment General Design Assurance Process 44. ABD0100.2.4G Software Design Assurance Process 45. ABD0100.2.5D Hardware Design Assurance Process
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 12 Ref. Document Number Description 46. ABD0100.2.6B Sub-Contracted Item Design Assurance 47. ABD0100.2.7G Design Validation/Verification Process and Reviews 48. ABD0100.2.8F Formal Qualification and Purchaser Acceptance Process 49. ABD0100.2.9G Configuration Management Process 50. ABD0100.2.10A Design Quality Assurance 51. ABD0100.2.11C Electronic Hardware Design Assurance Process 52. ABD0100.3.0H Documentation Requirements 53. ABD0012G Supplies – Tool and Test Equipment 54. ABD0031F Fire/Smoke/Toxicity 55. ABD0024E Aircraft MFR – Tools and test equipment 56. ABD0046D Units of Measurement 57. AP1013C GRESS: General Requirements for Equipment and System Supplier 1.5 Definitions of Acronyms and Terms Table 1-3 – Acronyms and Terms Acronym Definition ACARS Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System ACP Audio Control Panel ADB Address Book AFIRS Automated Flight Information Reporting System ANSI American National Standards Institute APU Auxiliary Power Unit ATE Automatic Test Equipment ATS Air Traffic Service ATSU Air Traffic Service Unit
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 13 Acronym Definition ARINC Aeronautical Radio Incorporated AWG American Wire Gauge BCD Binary Coded Decimal BITE Built-In Test Equipment BOP Bit Oriented Protocol BP Bottom Plug BSP Board Support Package CF Compact Flash CFDS Centralized Fault Display System (Airbus) CNSSA Core Non-Safety Services Application CTS Clear To Send DITS Digital Information Transfer System DTP Date Time Position EFB Electronic Flight Bag EIA Electronics Industry Association ELA Embedded Logic Application FAA Federal Aviation Administration F/W Firmware FWC Flight Warning Computer GAMA General Aviation Manufacturers Association GFI General Format Identifier GPS Global Positioning System GSE Ground Service Equipment HBP Harvard Bi-Phase HYB Hybrid ICA Instructions for Continued Airworthiness ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 14 Acronym Definition ICD Interface Control Document ICE Iridium Certified Equipment ICT Installation Configuration Table IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IMEI International Mobile Equipment Identifier ISO International Organization for Standardization LGCIU Landing Gear Control Interface Unit LED Light Emitting Diode LRU Line Replaceable Unit LSK Line Select Key MCDU Multi-Purpose Control and Display Unit MOPS Minimum Operational Performance Specifications MP Middle Plug MUI Maintenance User Interface N/C Normally Closed NGSS Next Generation Satellite Systems N/O Normally Open ORT Owner Requirements Table PBX Public Branch Exchange PC Personal Computer P/N Part Number PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network PTT Push To Talk RMS Root-Mean-Square RTS Request To Send RTCA Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics RX Receive
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 15 Acronym Definition SAL System Address Label SATCOM Satellite Communications SCM SDU Configuration Module SDI Source/Destination Identifier SDU Satellite Data Unit SIM Subscriber Identity Module SSA Safety Service Application SSM Signed Status Matrix SW Software TIA Telecommunications Industry Association TNC Threaded Neill–Concelman TP Top Plug TX Transmit TSO Technical Standard Order UAT User Access Table UTC Coordinated Universal Time VAC Volts Alternating Current VDC Volts Direct Current WPS Words Per Second
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 16 2. DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION This section describes the system operation and architecture. 2.1 System Overview The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System provides multiple voice and data communications functions in the aircraft. The Automated Flight Information Reporting System (AFIRS) provides a satellite voice and data communications (SATCOM) link with the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) via the Iridium® satellite network. The system uses a standard ARINC 741/761 SATCOM interface to the flight crew’s Audio Integrating System and ARINC 739A Multi-Purpose Control and Display Units (MCDUs) in the cockpit, as well as providing 3-extension Public Branch Exchange (PBX) capability for up to 2 handsets in the cabin. Figure 2-1 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Operational Concept The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System provides a dedicated safety-services data channel with the capability to send and receive standard ACARS messages between the aircraft’s Air Traffic Service Unit (ATSU) and a safety-services certified terrestrial service provider. 2.2 System Architecture The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System consists of modular avionics components that can be tailored to meet customer needs. The core system components are the Satellite Data Unit (SDU), the SDU Configuration Module (SCM), and the Iridium Antenna (see Figure 2-2). Optional components include Cabin Handset(s) (Wired or Cordless).
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 17 Figure 2-2 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Block Diagram 2.3 External System Interfaces The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System has a number of external interfaces, which are listed below and described in detail in this section.  Audio System Interface (1)  ARINC 429 Transmitters (6) and Receivers (16)  RS-232/422 Serial Ports (4)  Ethernet Ports (4)  Discrete Outputs (8) and Inputs (16)  Iridium Antenna (1)  User Media Interfaces – SIM (1), CF (1)  Maintenance Interfaces – Ethernet (1)  Voice Modem – Iridium 9523  Data Modem – Iridium 9602 Figure 2-3 illustrates the interfaces that the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System provides to external aircraft systems or to the user.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 18 Figure 2-3 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System External Interfaces  Audio System Interface (1) This interface consists of a Microphone Input to the SDU and an Interphone Output from the SDU to connect to a standard (DO-214) Audio Integrating System (e.g. Audio Panel) in the aircraft. Software selectable discrete inputs and outputs can be configured to support this interface (e.g. Mic On, Chime, Chime Reset, End Call functions).  ARINC 429 Transmitters (6) and Receivers (16) These interfaces can be software-configured to connect to various aircraft systems to support both the display and control functions of the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. Typical interfaced systems include MCDUs, ACARS ATSUs, Airbus Centralized Fault Display Systems (CFDS), etc.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 19  RS-232/422 Serial Ports (4) These interfaces can be software-configured to connect to different aircraft systems. Typical interfaced systems include EFB, Global Positioning System (GPS), etc.  Ethernet Ports (4) These interfaces can be used to connect to several different systems. Typical interfaced systems include EFB, CFDS, etc. One of these ports can also be used to provide a remote maintenance port interface (e.g. in the flight compartment).  Discrete Outputs (8) and Inputs (16) Discrete inputs and outputs can be used to provide or supplement various flight crew control and display interactions, particularly for voice functions. Discrete inputs can also be used to determine the states of various aircraft systems when this information is not available on a databus (e.g. Weight-on-Wheels, Doors Closed, etc.).  Iridium Antenna (1) An antenna mounted on the top of the fuselage is used to communicate with both the Iridium satellite network and the GPS satellite network.  User Media Interfaces – SIM (1), CF (1) There are two types of media available for the user to insert or remove from the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. The SCM contains a user accessible Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card slot for storage of the Iridium communications management information. The SDU contains a front panel accessible Compact Flash (CF).  Maintenance Interfaces – Ethernet (1) An RJ45 jack on the front panel provides Maintenance Port access using an Ethernet connection.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 20 3. EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS This section describes the mechanical and environmental specifications of the components of the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. 3.1 Satellite Data Unit (SDU) This section describes the mechanical and environmental specifications of the components of the Satellite Data Unit (SDU) – see Figure 3-1. Figure 3-1 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Satellite Data Unit (SDU).
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 21 3.1.1 General The SDU is housed in an ARINC 600 2MCU enclosure, which is designed to be mounted in a standard ARINC 600 mounting tray. See Figure 3-2 for an outline of this component. Figure 3-2 – SDU Outline Drawing (dimensions in [millimeters] and inches) 3.1.2 Mechanical Specifications Dimensions: 7.81” x 2.27” x 15.02” (198.3mm x 57.7mm x 381.5mm) (See Figure 3-2) Weight: 7.7 lbs. (3.49 kg) Max. Material/Finish: Aluminum Alloy with Black Polyurethane Finish
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 22 Mounting: ARINC 600 2MCU Mounting Tray Rear Mating Connector: Size 2 ARINC 600 Receptacle Radiall P/N: NSXN2P201S0004 Maintenance Connector: RJ45 (8P8C) Modular Connector Jack Flash Card: CompactFlash® (Type I or Type II) 3.1.3 Environmental Specifications – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Refer to Appendix C – Environmental Qualification Forms for environmental testing conditions, categories and descriptions of the conducted tests of the SDU. Note: DO-160G Categories for the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System are as specified by the design. Qualification tests on the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System SDU have not been completed to date. 3.2 SDU Configuration Module (SCM) This section describes the mechanical and environmental specifications of the components of the SDU Configuration Module (SCM) – see Figure 3-3. 3.2.1 General The SCM is housed in a small enclosure, which is designed to be mounted within 24” of the SDU rear connector. Figure 3-3 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System SDU Configuration Module (SCM)
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 23 Typically, the SCM will be mounted on or near the ARINC 600 mounting tray used for the SDU. See Figure 3-4 for an outline of this component. Figure 3-4 – SCM Outline Drawing (dimensions in [millimeters] and inches) 3.2.2 Mechanical Specifications Dimensions: 1.00” x 2.00” x 4.69” (25.4mm x 50.8mm x 119.1mm) Weight: 0.4 lbs. (0.18 kg) Max. Material/Finish: Aluminum alloy with clear chromate per MIL-DTL-5541, Type II, Class 3 on all surfaces
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 24 Figure 3-5 – SCM Oblique View (Note 1: Resistance between mounting plate and module not to exceed 20 milli-ohms. Also, resistance between mounting plate and aircraft structure not to exceed 20 milli-ohms.) Figure 3-6 – SCM Connector View Showing Location of Pin 1 (Note 2: Connector is a 9-pin D-Sub, P/N ABS1145A09P03B.)
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 25 3.2.3 Environmental Specifications Refer to Appendix C – Environmental Qualification Forms for environmental testing conditions, categories and descriptions of the conducted tests of the SCM. 3.3 Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Satellite Antenna The antenna is a Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) unit that is mounted on the top of the aircraft’s fuselage – see Figure 3-7. It provides satellite connectivity for both the GPS and Iridium satellite systems. Figure 3-7 – Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Antenna
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 26 3.4 Antenna Coaxial Cable For details on the selection and installation of the antenna coaxial cable, please see Section 4.3.4, which provides recommended coaxial cable types to be used which meet the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System requirements. Figure 3-8 illustrates the Iridium antenna coaxial cable and connectors. Figure 3-8 – Iridium Antenna Coaxial Cable and Connectors 3.5 Interface Specifications This section describes the interface specifications of the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System components.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 27 SDU Rear Connector (J1) Table 3-1 – J1A Top Plug (TP) Insert A B C D E F G H J K1 Ethernet 1A Tx+ Ethernet 1A Rx+ O O Ethernet 2B Tx+ Ethernet 2B Rx+ O O Ethernet 3B Tx+ Ethernet 3B Rx+ 2 Ethernet 1A Rx- Ethernet 1A Tx- O Ethernet 2B Rx- Ethernet 2B Tx- O O Ethernet 3B Rx- Ethernet 3B Tx- 3 O O O O O O O O O O 4 O O O O O O O O O O 5 Ethernet 4B Tx+ Ethernet 4B Rx+ O O O O O O O O 6 Ethernet 4B Rx- Ethernet 4B Tx- O O O O O O O O 7 O O O O O O O O O O 8 O O O O O O O O O O 9 O O O O O O O O O O 10 O O O O O O O O O O 11 O O O O O O O O O O 12 O O O O O O O O O O 13 O O O O O O O O O O 14 O O O O O O O O O O 15 O O O O O O O O O O
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 28 Table 3-2 – J1B Middle Plug (MP) Insert A B C D E F G H J K1 O O O O O O No. 1 A429Rx A No. 1 A429Rx B No. 1 A429Tx A No. 1 A429Tx B 2 Ext. 1 Mic Audio Hi Ext. 1 Mic Audio Lo Ext. 1 Audio Out Hi Ext. 1 Audio OutLo O O O O O O 3 O O No. 2 A429Rx A No. 2 A429Rx B No. 3 A429Rx A No. 3 A429Rx B No. 4 A429Rx A No. 4 A429Rx B No. 2 A429Tx A No. 2 A429Tx B 4 O O O O O O O O SCM Power SCM Ground 5 No. 1 Discrete Output LGCIU 1 Discrete Input No. 2 Discrete Input No. 3 Discrete Input No. 4 Discrete Input No. 5 Discrete Input No. 6 Discrete Input No. 7 Discrete Input SCM Data SCM Clock 6 No. 5 A429Rx A No. 5 A429Rx B No. 6 A429Rx A No. 6 A429Rx B No. 7 A429Rx A No. 7 A429Rx B No. 8 A429Rx A No. 8 A429Rx B No. 9 A429Rx A No. 9 A429Rx B 7 No. 10 A429Rx A No. 10 A429Rx B No. 3 A429Tx A No. 3 A429Tx B No. 4 A429Tx A No. 4 A429Tx B No. 11 A429Rx A No. 11 A429Rx B No. 1 RS232 Com No. 4 RS232 Com 8 No. 8 Discrete Input No. 2 Discrete Output No. 12 A429Rx A No. 12 A429Rx B No. 3 Discrete Output No. 9 Discrete Input No. 4 Discrete Output No. 10 Discrete Input No. 13 A429Rx A No. 13 A429Rx B 9 No. 2 RS232 Com No. 3 RS232 Com No. 5 A429Tx A No. 5 A429Tx B No. 1 RS422Tx-RS232TXDNo. 1 RS422Tx+RS232RTSNo. 1 RS422Rx+RS232RXDNo. 1 RS422Rx- RS232CTS No. 2 RS422Tx-RS232TXDNo. 2 RS422Tx+RS232RTS10 No. 2 RS422Rx+ RS232RXD No. 2 RS422Rx- RS232CTS No. 3 RS422Tx- RS232TXD No. 3 RS422Tx+RS232RTSNo. 3 RS422Rx+RS232RXDNo. 3 RS422Rx-RS232CTSNo. 4 RS422Tx-RS232TXDNo. 4 RS422Tx+ RS232RTS No. 4 RS422Rx+RS232RXDNo. 4 RS422Rx-RS232CTS11 No. 11 Discrete Input No. 12 Discrete Input No. 13 Discrete Input No. 14 Discrete Input No. 15 Discrete Input LGCIU HPP No. 5 Discrete Output No. 6 Discrete Output No. 7 Discrete Output No. 8 Discrete Output 12 No. 14 A429Rx A No. 14 A429Rx B No. 6 A429Tx A No. 6 A429Tx B A717Rx A A717Rx B No. 15 A429Rx A No. 15 A429Rx B No. 16 A429Rx A No. 16 A429Rx B 13 Fault Output N/C Fault Output N/O O O O O O O O O 14 O Chime Output O O O O O O O O 15 O O O O O O Phone Ext. 2 Tip Phone Ext. 2 Ring Phone Ext. 3 Tip Phone Ext. 3 Ring
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 29 Table 3-3 – J1C Bottom Plug (BP) Insert Pin Size Description 1 20 Not Used 2 12 Primary 28 VDC Power Input 3 12 Power Ground 4 20 Not Used 5 20 Not Used 6 20 Not Used 7 12 Not Used 8 12 Chassis Ground 9 16 Not Used 10 16 Not Used 11 16 Not Used 12 5 Not Used 13 5 Iridium/GPS Antenna Figure 3-9 – SDU Connector Map 3.5.1 Power Input The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System is powered by +28 VDC. 3.5.2 Chassis Ground For redundant chassis ground connection only. Not to be used as a normal current carrying conductor. Quantity: 1 Format: DC Chassis Ground
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 30 3.5.3 ARINC 429 Digital Serial Bus Input Quantity: 16 Format: DITS, ARINC 429 Low or high speed Low Speed Data Rate: 12.5 Kbps ± 1% High Speed Data Rate: 100 Kbps ± 1% SSM/SDI/Data Definition: Software Selectable Protocols 3.5.4 ARINC 429 Digital Serial Bus Output Quantity: 6 Format: DITS, ARINC 429 Low or high speed Low Speed Data Rate: 12.5 Kbps ± 1% High Speed Data Rate: 100 Kbps ± 1% SSM/SDI/Data Definition: Software Selectable Protocols 3.5.5 Ethernet Quantity: 4 Format: 802.3 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, half- and full-duplex modes (auto-negotiated) ARINC 664P2 Physical Layer 3.5.6 Discrete Inputs Quantity: 16 Configurable Input Impedance: >10 kΩ Fault Current: <15 mA DIN+ Voltage Range: Logic High: 7.0 – 36.0 VDC Logic Low: 0 – 3.5 VDC Pulse Width (Min): 100 ms 3.5.6.1 Configurable Inputs Each configurable discrete input is individually software-configurable for the following:  Signal Level: Open-Ground (Negative-Seeking) or Open-28V (Positive-Seeking)  Logic Assignment: Active Low or Active High  Function: Selected from list. Refer to §6.10 for additional information on use of configurable inputs.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 31 3.5.7 Discrete Outputs Each discrete output transitions between an ‘Open Circuit’ (high-impedance-to-ground) and a ‘Closed Circuit’ (low-impedance-to-ground) state to indicate a change in output logic. Quantity: 8 Configurable ‘Open Circuit’ Impedance: >100 kΩ ‘Open Circuit’ Voltage (Max.): 36 VDC ‘Closed Circuit’ Current Limit (Min.): 500 mA Voltage Across ‘Closed Circuit’: <1.25 V 3.5.7.1 Configurable Outputs The Discrete Outputs use ‘Open-Closed’ signal levels, where the output is either high-impedance to ground (Open) or low-impedance to ground (Closed). Each configurable discrete output is individually software-configurable for the following:  Logic Assignment: Active Low (Closed) or Active High (Open)  Function: Selected from list. Refer to §6.11 for additional information on use of configurable outputs. 3.5.8 Two-Wire Phone Quantity: 2 Format: Standard 2-Wire Tip and Ring Loop Loop Battery: 48 ±4 VDC Ring Signal: 20 Hz ±10%, 90 ±10 VAC RMS Hook Flash: <700 ms Load Impedance (Nom.): 600 Ω Polarity Sensitivity: None Audio Band Pass: 300 – 3400 Hz 3.5.9 Microphone Input Quantity: 1 Format: Standard DO-214 Microphone Input Dynamic Range: 20 mV to 1.5 V RMS Input Impedance: 150 Ω ± 20% Mic. Bias (No Load): 16 ± 0.5 V Mic. Bias Ripple: <1 mV RMS in the 300 – 3400 Hz band
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 32 Sidetone: Provided by System to Interphone Output Sidetone Level: Software Configurable Audio Band Pass: 300 – 3400 Hz 3.5.10 Iridium / GPS Antenna Coaxial Cable Insertion Loss (Max.): 3 dB @ 1626.5 MHz 3.6 SDU Maintenance Connector (J2) The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System SDU provides an RJ-45 Maintenance Port connector on the front panel which provides for Ethernet connection to Ground Service Equipment (GSE) e.g. a laptop or Personal Computer with a standard web browser. 3.7 SDU Configuration Module (SCM) The SCM and antenna connect directly to the SDU. The SDU is the heart of the system and provides all of the interfaces to other aircraft systems. 3.8 ARINC 429 Receiver Protocols Table 3-4 – ARINC 429 Receiver Protocols – ATSU/FWC Source: ATSU / FWC Speed: High (Configurable) Label Parameter Format Transmit Rate 172 ATSU Identifier Word BCD 1 s 214 ATSU ICAO Address Word 1 Boolean word 200 ms 216 ATSU ICAO Address Word 2 Boolean word 200 ms 270 ATSU Status Word and Monitoring Boolean word 600 ms 307 SDU SAL HYB 377 ATSU Equipment Identifier BCD 1 s ARINC 618 Block Uplink BOP (GFI=Eh) ISO 5 N/A ARINC 618 Block Downlink BOP (GFI=Eh) ISO 5 N/A
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 33 Table 3-5 – ARINC 429 Receiver Protocols – CFDS Source: Airbus CFDS Speed: Low (Configurable) Label Parameter Format Transmit Rate 125 Time (UTC) BCD 1 s 126 Flight Phases BNR 1 s 155 Aircraft Configuration (Printer, ACARS, etc.) Discrete word 1 s 156 Aircraft Type Discrete word 1 s 157 Aircraft Configuration (ATSU2, ATSU1) Discrete word 1 s 227 CFDS BITE Command ISO 5 120 ms 233 Flight Number 1, 2 ISO 5 4 s 234 Flight Number 3, 4 ISO 5 4 s 235 Flight Number 5, 6 ISO 5 4 s 236 Flight Number 7, 8 ISO 5 4 s 260 BCD Date YY/MM/DD BCD 1 s 301 Aircraft Identification 1,2,3 (ORT parameter) ISO 5 4 s 302 Aircraft Identification 4,5,6 (ORT parameter) ISO 5 4 s 303 Aircraft Identification 7,8,9 (ORT parameter) ISO 5 4 s 304 Fleet Identification, Aircraft Type ISO 5 4 s Table 3-6 – ARINC 429 Receiver Protocols – MCDU Source: ARINC 739A MCDU Speed: Low (Configurable) Label Parameter Format Transmit Rate 377 MCDU Identifier BCD 1 s 270 Discrete Word #1 Discrete word 1 s 350 Maintenance Word #1 Discrete word 1 s 307 SDU SAL HYB
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 34 3.9 ARINC 429 Receiver Activity Status Defines the criteria the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System uses for determining whether a receiver port is active. A bus is generally declared active when 4 consecutive words at the specified rate are received, and declared inactive when 4 consecutive samples fail. Table 3-7 – ARINC 429 Receiver Port Monitoring Receiver Activity Label Min. Update Rate ATSU / FWC 270 1 Hz ARINC 739A MCDU 270 / 377 1 Hz Airbus CFDS 125 / 260 1 Hz 3.10 ARINC 429 Transmitter Protocols Table 3-8 – ARINC 429 Transmitter Protocols SDU – ATSU/FWC 3.10.1 From SDU to ATSU / FWC Destination: ATSU / FWC Speed: High (Configurable) Label Parameter Format Transmit Rate Update Rate172 SDU Identifier BCD 1 s – 270 SDU Status Word and Monitoring Boolean word 1 s - 304 ATSU SAL HYB ARINC 618 Block Uplink BOP (GFI=Eh) ISO 5 N/A - ARINC 618 Block Downlink BOP (GFI=Eh) ISO 5 N/A -
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 35 Table 3-9 – ARINC 429 Transmitter Protocols SDU – MCDU 3.10.2 From SDU to MCDU Destination: ARINC 739A MCDU Speed: Low (Configurable) Label Parameter Format Transmit Rate Update Rate172 Subsystem Identifier BCD 1 s – 377 Equipment Identifier BCD 1 s – 220 MCDU Address Label for MCDU#1 221 MCDU Address Label for MCDU#2 222 MCDU Address Label for MCDU#3 Table 3-10 – ARINC 429 Transmitter Protocols SDU – CFDS 3.10.3 From SDU to Airbus CFDS Destination: Airbus CFDS Speed: Low (Configurable) Label Parameter Format Transmit Rate Update Rate354 LRU Identification (PN, SN) ISO 5 500 ms – 3561 Fault Status ISO 5 200 ms - 377 ARINC 429 Equipment Identifier BCD 1 s – Notes: 1. Label 356 is only transmitted when the system is in Operational or Maintenance mode and there are no active failures or faults.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 36 4. INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS This section provides information on the installation considerations for each of the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System components. 4.1 Satellite Data Unit (SDU) The SDU is housed in an ARINC 600 2MCU enclosure, which is designed to be mounted in a standard ARINC 600 mounting tray. Figure 4-1 shows a typical ARINC 600 2MCU tray used for the SDU. Figure 4-1 – 2MCU Mounting Tray While the SDU does not require forced-air cooling, every attempt should be made to place the SDU in a benign and well-ventilated environment. Placing the SDU on a plenum shelf in the Electronics Bay of the aircraft and using a mounting tray that provides cooling air to the SDU is preferred. The SDU tray should be electrically bonded to the airframe (<20 milliohms). It is recommended that the SDU be located where easy front panel access is available to facilitate replacing the flash card or connecting to the Maintenance Port.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 37 4.2 SDU Configuration Module (SCM) The SCM can be mounted on or near the SDU tray within 24 inches of the SDU rear connector. The SCM should be electrically bonded to the airframe (<20 milliohms). It is recommended that the SCM be located to provide easy access to the cover if ever the SIM card requires replacement. Refer to Figure 3-4 for the SCM mounting footprint. 4.3 Iridium Antenna System The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System has a single combined Iridium/GPS RF connection on the rear interface connector, which is to be connected to a single combined Iridium/GPS Antenna. The antenna system is comprised of all the components from the rear interface connector up to and including the antenna. The total gain of the antenna system must be greater than 0 dB at 1626.5 MHz (measured at the antenna zenith). Most Iridium antennas have a gain of +3 dBic at the zenith; therefore the maximum attenuation in the rest of the antenna system must be less than 3 dB. If an antenna with a different gain is selected, the maximum loss of the rest of the antenna system must be adjusted accordingly. 4.3.1 Antenna Iridium SATCOM System Antenna: This is a passive antenna designed to cover the frequency range from 1565 MHz to 1626.5 MHz for Iridium transmit / receive operations and GPS reception. It is a low-profile, circular device that can be mounted directly to the aircraft fuselage. This antenna connects to the Iridium SDU through a coaxial cable – see Figure 3-8 Figure 3-7. The antenna specifications are listed below: Weight (Typical)  0.170 kg (6 oz.) Overall Dimensions (Typical)  Height: 16.8 mm (0.66 inches)  Diameter: 89 mm (3.5 inches) Manufacturer’s Specification Reference Number  Drawing 009E5733-00, Revision – Iridium Antenna – Passive, 1565 – 1626.5 MHz, RHCP – see Figure 4-2.  Iridium SATCOM System Supplier Equipment Specification, Document No. 905-E5750-07, Revision – Environmental Specifications The Iridium SATCOM System antenna meets the environmental requirements of RTCA DO-262A where applicable as referenced in Document No. 905-E5809-42, Revision A.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 38 Testing was performed to DO-160F, MIL-STD-810, EN-60068, ISO-2669, and the applicable ABDs unless otherwise noted.  Temperature: -55° C (-67° F); to +85° C (+185° F)  Altitude: -100 to +55,000 FT  Vibration: 10 G’s (DO-160D/E F2-AB) Electrical Specifications  Frequency: 1616.0 – 1625.5 MHz  VSWR: ≤ 1.5:1  Impedance: 50-Ohms  Polarization: RHCP  Axial Ratio: ≤ 3.0 db @ zenith  Power Handling: 60 Watts CW Figure 4-2 - Iridium Antenna, Outline and Dimensions
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 39 4.3.2 Antenna Mounting A .020 Thick Conductive Gasket is provided. L-3 recommends using (4) screws, MS24693-C274 for mounting the Airbus Iridium Antenna – see Figure 4-3. Figure 4-3 - Iridium Antenna, Gasket 4.3.3 Coaxial Cable Iridium SATCOM System Coaxial Cable: This is an RF Cable designed to cover the frequency range from 1565 MHz to 1626.5 MHz for Iridium transmit / receive operations and GPS reception. It is a low-loss, aircraft-grade cable that will be mounted in the aircraft fuselage. This cable provides the interconnection between the Iridium SATCOM System Satellite Data Unit and the Iridium Antenna. The Coaxial Cable has an ARINC Size 5 coaxial contact installed on one end and a TNC male connector installed on the other. There are three possible lengths for this Coaxial Cable. They are designated by the last two digits of the part number (01, 02 or 03) as listed below:  024E5733-01  024E5733-02  024E5733-03
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 40 The antenna coaxial specifications are listed below: Weight (Typical)  024E5733-01 - 1.633 kg (57.6 oz)  024E5733-02 – 1.497 kg (52.8 oz)  024E5733-03 – 1.470 kg (51.8 oz) Overall Dimensions (Typical)  Length: 024E5733-01 – 11.3 m (445.0 inches) 024E5733-02 – 10.2 m (402.0 inches) 024E5733-03 – 9.95 m (392.0 inches)  Diameter: 8.1 mm (0.317 inches) Manufacturer’s Specification Reference Number  Drawing 024E5733-00, Revision B; Iridium Antenna Coax Cable – see Figure 4-4.  Iridium SATCOM System Supplier Equipment Specification, Document No. 905-E5750-07, Revision – Environmental Specifications The Iridium SATCOM System Coaxial Cable meets the environmental requirements of RTCA DO-262A where applicable as described in Document No. 905E5836-42. Testing was performed to DO-160F, EN 4604, EN 3475, and the applicable ABDs unless otherwise noted. Figure 4-4 – Iridium Antenna Coaxial Cable
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 41 5. SATCOM INSTALLATION MATERIALS In addition to the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System LRUs (SDU and SCM), the materials described in this section are generally required as part of a typical Airbus Iridium SATCOM System installation. Note: The system integrator is responsible to ensure that all installation materials used meet the regulatory requirements for the intended aircraft installation environment. 5.1 Required Materials  ARINC 600 2MCU mounting tray  ARINC 600 Size 2 connector, with contacts  ARINC 600 ground block, with contacts  Iridium antenna (ref.4.3.1)  Antenna coaxial cable(s) (ref. §4.3.3)  System interface wiring (ref. §6)
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 42 6. SYSTEM INTERFACE WIRING This section provides information on the system interface wiring required for the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. 6.1 General All wire types and installation practices must comply with the requirements for the aircraft. Unless otherwise noted, minimum wire size is 22 AWG for standard copper wire or 24 AWG for high strength copper alloy wire. Terminate all shields at ground block or ground stud on SDU tray. Keep shield drains and unshielded conductor lengths as short as practicable (<3”). 6.2 Primary Power, Antenna, and SCM The primary power, antenna, and SCM connections shown in Figure 6-1 are required for all Airbus Iridium SATCOM System installations. The system will start and continue to operate whenever power (20.5 – 32.2 VDC) is available at the Primary Power Input pin (J1C-2). Figure 6-1 – Primary Power, Antenna, and SCM Interface 6.3 ARINC 429 Interfaces The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System has 16 ARINC 429 receive ports and 6 ARINC 429 transmit ports. Each port is software-configurable for high or low speed, and the receive ports are also individually software-configurable for odd, even or no parity checking. The transmit ports always transmit odd parity.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 43 6.3.1 Receiver Protocols Each of the ARINC 429 receivers can be configured in software for the proper protocol of the external aircraft system to which it is interfaced. Below is a list of the available ARINC 429 receiver protocols. (See §3.8 for the label specifications for each receiver protocol.) Once a protocol (except “None” is selected for any given receive port, it is no longer available for assignment to any of the other ports.  None  ACARS 1  ACARS 2  Airbus CFDS  A739 MCDU 1  A739 MCDU 2  A739 MCDU 3 When an input is not connected to an active system (e.g. no connection, or wiring provisions only are installed), the port should be configured as “None” to avoid triggering bus inactivity faults. 6.3.2 Transmitter Protocols Each of the ARINC 429 transmitters can be configured in software for the proper protocol of the external aircraft system to which it is interfaced. Below is a list of the available ARINC 429 transmitter protocols. (See §3.10 for the label specifications for each transmitter protocol.) Once a protocol (except “None”) is selected for any given port, it is no longer available for assignment to any of the other ports.  None  ACARS  A739 MCDU  Airbus CFDS
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 44 6.4 MCDU If an ARINC 739A MCDU is installed, MCDU 1 should be connected to ARINC 429 Tx 1 and ARINC 429 Rx 1. For MCDU 2 and 3, ARINC 429 Rx ports 2 and 3 are used as shown in Figure 6-2, but any Rx port from 2 to 16 may be used. Figure 6-2 – MCDU Interface
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 45 6.5 ACARS ATSU The ACARS ARINC 429 Tx interface provides safety-services data functionality for the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. It is recommended that if the ACARS ATSU ARINC 429 Rx connection will not be utilized, that the wires be capped and stowed near the connectors as shown. ARINC 429 Rx port 4 is shown in Figure 6-3, but any Rx port from 2 to 16 may be used. Figure 6-3 – ACARS ATSU Interface
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 46 6.6 CFDIU Interface The SDU communicates with the Airbus Centralized Fault Display Interface Unit (CFDIU) over two ARINC 429 Low Speed busses, (1) input and (1) output as shown in Figure 6-4. Figure 6-4 – CFDIU Interface 6.7 Date, Time and Position The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System uses date, time and position information for numerous purposes, including information tags attached to various reports and events. Date, time and position information is provided by the system’s internal GPS. 6.8 RS-232/422 Databus The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System has four serial ports (transmit and receive). Each port is software-configurable for RS-232 or RS-422 mode. The speed, data bits, parity, stop bits, and flow control settings for each port are also software-configurable. See Figure 6-5. Each serial port is assigned 5 pins on the rear connector. The function of these pins is dependent on whether RS-232 or RS-422 mode is being used. Table 6-1 – Serial Port Pin Assignments RS-232 RS-422 Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 Port 4 TXD Tx- 9E 9J 10C 10G RTS Tx+ 9F 9K 10D 10H RXD Rx+ 9G 10A 10E 10J CTS Rx- 9H 10B 10F 10K Com Not Used 7J 9A 9B 7K
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 47 When configured for RS-232 mode, the serial ports support software (Xon/Xoff) and hardware (RTS/CTS) handshaking. If hardware handshaking is not being used, the RTS and CTS pins do not need to be connected. Figure 6-5 – Serial Port Interface 6.9 Ethernet The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System has four Ethernet ports (see Figure 6-6). Each port can auto-negotiate the best speed (10/100) and mode (full/half duplex). Port 1A is currently configured with a static IP address. A 4-conductor Ethernet cable must be used. The rear connector pin layout provides slightly better noise immunity with a star-quad cable construction, but a twisted-pair cable construction can generally also be used. For star-quad cables, the conductor lay order should be maintained without crossing the conductors when terminating. For twisted-pair construction, the conductor twists should be maintained right up to the rear connector. In either case, the best noise immunity is obtained by keeping the strip length of the shield as short as physically possible, preferably <0.25 inches. PIC P/N E51424 and ECS P/N 422404 are examples of aircraft-quality star-quad Ethernet cables that are typically suitable for use. PIC P/N E40424 and ECS P/N 922404 are examples of aircraft-quality twisted-pair Ethernet cables that are typically suitable for use. Each of the Ethernet ports can be configured in software for the proper protocol of the external aircraft system to which it is interfaced. Below is a list of the available protocols.  None  Not Monitored
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 48  Monitored Unused Ethernet ports should be configured as “None.” A “Monitored” port is one where the system expects an active link and it will generate a fault if the Ethernet link to the external system is not available. For example, if the SDU is connected by Ethernet to a Class 2 EFB that is routinely turned off and stowed for take-off and landing, the port should be configured as “Not Monitored” or the system will generate a fault whenever the EFB is disconnected. Figure 6-6 – Ethernet Interface 6.10 Discrete Inputs The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System has 16 Discrete Inputs, of which 14 are software-configurable for Open-Ground or Open-28V signaling levels, Active High or Active Low logic, and the assigned function. 6.10.1 Landing Gear Control Interface Unit (LGCIU) Input Discrete Input No. 1 (Din 1) is dedicated for use as a Landing Gear Control Interface Unit (LGCIU1) input. When there is only one LGCIU input (i.e. the LGCIU2 function is not assigned to a Discrete Input; see §6.10.2) and the ‘LGCIU1’ input transitions to the active state, the system is signaled that the aircraft is on the ground, and the inactive state indicates that the aircraft is in the air. LGCIU1 (Din 1) is only an Open-Ground input; it cannot be configured as an Open-28V input. A Hardware Programming Pin (HPP) is provided to set whether the LGCIU1 input is Active High or Active Low. If the LGCIU HPP pin (J1B-11F) is tied low, LGCIU1 is configured as an Active Low input, i.e. Ground = On Ground. If the LGCIU HPP pin is connected to ground, LGCIU1 is configured as an Active High input, i.e. Ground = In Air. If one of the configurable Discrete Inputs is configured for the LGCIU2 function (see §6.10.2), the following logic is used to determine the aircraft’s Air-Ground status:  When the ‘LGCIU1’ discrete input is in the active state (as configured by the LGCIU HPP strapping) and the ‘LGCIU2’ discrete input is in the active state (as defined by the ICT setting for the discrete input configured as ‘LGCIU 2’), the aircraft is considered as ‘on the ground.’
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 49  When any of the LGCIU discrete inputs are in the inactive state, the aircraft is considered as ‘in the air. 6.10.2 Function Assignment The discrete inputs are software configurable. Once a function is selected for any given input, it is no longer available for assignment to any of the other inputs. See Figure 6-7. The ‘Mic On’, and ‘Call Light’ functions are used in conjunction with the Extension 1 audio interface and are discussed in §6.12.1.1 below. Discrete Input No. 1 (Din 1) is dedicated as a LGCIU input. Only Discrete Inputs Din 2 through Din 15 are software-configurable. Discrete Input No. 16 (Din 16) is dedicated as “aircraft on ground” (LGCIU HPP). None When an input is not connected to an active system (e.g. no connection, or wiring provisions only are installed), the input should be configured as “None.” System Reset The System Reset Discrete Input, when configured, will reset the system only after an inactive to active transition. The system will reset only once even if the discrete input is left active. The System Reset function is independent of the 'In-Air' or 'On-Ground' status of the aircraft. Landing Gear Control Interface Unit 2 (LGCIU2) A second Landing Gear Control Interface Unit input may optionally be provided to the AFIRS system. Refer to §6.10.1 for the logic used when a ‘LGCIU2’ input is provided.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 50 Figure 6-7 – Discrete Input Interfaces 6.11 Discrete Outputs The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System has 8 configurable Discrete Outputs, each of which is software-configurable for Active High or Active Low logic and the assigned function. The Discrete Outputs use ‘Open-Closed’ signal levels, where the output is either high-impedance to ground (Open) or low-impedance to ground (Closed). Once a function (except “None”) is selected for any given output, it is no longer available for assignment to any of the other outputs. 6.12 SATCOM This section describes the interface and integration requirements for the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System with an Audio Integrating System. 6.12.1 Audio Integrating System Extension 1 is generally intended to be connected to the aircraft’s audio integrating system for flight crew use. The interfaces required to fully support this functionality vary significantly depending on the design of the audio integrating system. Generally, the MCDUs are used for control and display of the SATCOM functions for Extension 1. 6.12.1.1 Audio Discrete Signals There is one discrete input and one discrete output that can be used to support the integrated audio interface.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 51 Mic On Input The ‘Mic On’ function is dedicated as a ‘Latched ACP’ mode; therefore, Voice Extension 1 (Mic/Phone input) will answer an incoming call when the ‘Mic On’ input transitions to the active state. Once a call is in progress, the microphone audio channel will function as long as the ‘Mic On’ input is in the active state. If a call is in progress and the ‘Mic On’ input toggles to the inactive state, the call will be terminated. For outgoing calls when the ‘Mic On’ input is configured for ‘Latched ACP’, the function is dependent on which control source is configured for Extension 1. When an MCDU is the Extension 1 dialing control, setting the ‘Mic On’ input to the active state will initiate the dialing process using the phone number preselected on the MCDU. Call Light Output The ‘Call Light’ output is software configurable for either steady or flashing lights. When an incoming voice call is ringing, the ‘Call Light’ output will transition to the active state; either in a steady state or flashing at approximately a 1 Hz rate. When the incoming call is subsequently answered, the ‘Call Light’ output will remain active in the steady state as long as the call is in progress. When the call in progress is terminated, the ‘Call Light’ output will go inactive. 6.12.1.2 Latched ACP Configuration If the Audio Integrating System provides a latched Mic On output, the following interface can be used. When an incoming call is ringing and the SATCOM switch on the Audio Control Panel is pressed, the call will be answered and microphone audio will always be live. The SATCOM switch on the Audio Control Panel is pressed a second time to end the call. Calls cannot be answered and terminated on the MCDU screen in this configuration. The following diagram also shows how the Call Light output can be interfaced to an Audio Integrating System that provides SATCOM visual and aural call indications. In this case, a Call Light, Chime and Chime Reset switch are not required. See Figure 6-8. Figure 6-8 – Latched ACP Audio Interface
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 52 7. SATCOM SYSTEM CONFIGURATION You configure the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Satellite Data Unit (SDU) via Ethernet using a laptop, web browser, and the AFIRS Maintenance User Interface (MUI). Note: The MUI only accepts English-language characters and numbers. IMPORTANT: This manual provides information on how to connect to the Maintenance Port and access the Maintenance User Interface (MUI). It also provides general information on the steps required to configure and update the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System has an Ethernet interface for the Maintenance Port connection. An RJ-45 Maintenance Port jack is located behind the access door on the front panel of the SDU as shown in Figure 7-1. Figure 7-1 – Maintenance Port Location Note: When performing the initial configuration of an installed system, perform and complete the Before Power-On Tests in section 8.1 before applying power to the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 53 7.1 Accessing the Maintenance User Interface (MUI) You access the AFIRS MUI by connecting an Ethernet cable to the Maintenance Port of the SDU. Alternatively, as described in section 6.9, Ethernet Port 1A can be used. Also, if an Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) with a supported web browser installed is connected to one of the rear Ethernet port connections, the EFB can be used as an AFIRS maintenance terminal and a laptop is not required. To access the Maintenance User Interface (MUI): 1. Connect an Ethernet cable either to the Maintenance Port via the front panel access door of the SDU or through the rear Ethernet Port 1A connection. Note that the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System power may be on or off. 2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to a laptop that is running a web browser. Note: It is recommended to use Mozilla Firefox ® as the Internet browser with the SDU. The laptop network adapter must be set to the same subnet mask as the SDU (i.e. 255.255.255.0). 3. If not already powered, apply power to the SDU. 4. Confirm that the green link light (adjacent to Maintenance Port RJ45 connector) is illuminated, either steady or flashing (a flashing link light indicates that data is being transmitted). 5. Open a web browser on the laptop. In the Address bar, type one of the two following IP addresses depending on the connection point: 192.168.128.1 (if connecting to the Maintenance Port at the front panel of the SDU – see Figure 7-1.) 10.0.0.238 (if connecting to the rear Ethernet Port 1A. – see Figure 6-6). Note: Before opening the Web page, clear the cache of the Web browser or Ctrl+F5 and reopen the Web page. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Home page appears with the General tab information displayed – see Figure 7-2 – Home Page – General Tab.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 54 Figure 7-2 – Home Page – General Tab The default view opens to the Home page General tab (see Figure 7-2) which displays the following information: 1 Login area 2 Menu of available links to pages accessible to various users upon login 3 Tabs: General, ARINC, and Discrete In 4 System and Link status display area 5 System information data display area 6 Mode: OPERATIONAL, MAINTENANCE, INITIALIZING, etc. 7.1.1 Home Page Tab Descriptions To open the MUI Home Page, there is no user name and password required. The General tab page displays:  UTC Date and Time: This is correlated to a GPS clock if ICT parameter ‘Internal GPS = Active’. If no link is available (i.e. during startup) a default date is displayed.  Position: This is the AFIRS GPS position. If no GPS is fixed, no GPS will be displayed.  Phone Number: Displays the aircraft phone number (12 digits).  ISVM IMEI: Iridium Satellite Voice Modem International Mobile Equipment Identity (15 digits).  ISDM IMEI: Iridium Satellite Data Modem International Mobile Equipment Identity (15 digits).  Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Status Indicators: System: Yellow (INIT) initializing; Green (OK), Yellow (FAULT), Yellow (blank) indicates that system is in Maintenance Mode; Red indicates SDU Configuration Module (SCM) or Satellite Data Unit (SDU) Hardware failure or other critical error.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 55 ISVM LINK: Yellow (NO LINK) no Iridium link if CSQ (Channel Signal Quality) is 0-1; Green (OK) if CSQ is 2-5 ISDM LINK: Yellow (NO LINK) no Iridium link if CSQ (Channel Signal Quality) is 0-1; Green (OK) if CSQ is 2-5 GPS LINK: Yellow (NO FIX), Green (OK) The ARINC tab displays the status of the 16 ARINC 429 RX channels. The status of a configured function is either ACTIVE (green) or FAULT (red). The ARINC 717 RX configuration is currently not used. The DISCRETE IN tab displays the state of the 16 Discrete Inputs. The state of the configured functional input is either ACTIVE (green) or INACTIVE (blue). 7.1.2 Faults Page The Faults page provides access to the system fault log (see Figure 7-3), and fault history (Figure 7-4). The FAULT tab displays only currently raised faults, while the HISTORY tab displays all raised and cleared faults since the last system reboot. . Figure 7-3 – Faults Page (Fault Log Tab) Figure 7-4 – Faults Page (Fault History Tab)
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 56 7.1.3 Part Numbers Page The Part Numbers page provides the status of the software (Figure 7-5) and hardware configuration (Figure 7-6) of the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. Figure 7-5 – Part Number Page (Software Tab) Figure 7-6 – Part Number Page (Hardware Tab)
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 57 7.2 Entering Maintenance Mode In order to enter Maintenance Mode, the aircraft must be deemed ‘On-Ground’. If the aircraft is deemed ‘In-Air’, the [Enter Maintenance Mode] button will be or will become unavailable. If the aircraft status changes to ‘In-Air’ while in Maintenance Mode, the system will reboot automatically and return to Operational Mode. Entering Maintenance Mode is granted to the following users after login with their assigned user name and password: Maintenance User Administrator User Entering Maintenance Mode provides the Upgrades page to the Maintenance User and Administrator User. In addition, the Maintenance User is allowed to modify 5 parameters in the ORT page. The Administrator User is allowed to modify parameters in the UAT page only. Role based MUI permissions are provided in Table 7-1 through Table 7-3 at the end of this section. To enter Maintenance Mode: 1. Once connected to the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System MUI, on the Home page, enter your user name and password, then click Login. 2. If the aircraft is deemed ‘On-Ground’, the [Enter Maintenance Mode] button is available at the top right corner of the screen. Click Enter Maintenance Mode. A message appears (see Figure 7-7) prompting for confirmation to enter Maintenance Mode. Figure 7-7– Entering Maintenance Mode Message 3. To enter Maintenance Mode, click OK.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 58 The Home screen appears as shown in Figure 7-8. The SYSTEM status indicates Yellow (blank). Note: Entering Maintenance Mode disables all MCDU functions. Figure 7-8 – Maintenance Mode Initial Display Screen To exit Maintenance Mode: Upon completion of uploading of data or software files or modifying parameters, click Exit Maintenance Mode for the changes to take effect – see Figure 7-9. A dialog box will appear, asking you to confirm that you want to save changes. Click OK, then the system will restart, displaying the screen shown in Figure 7-10.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 59 Figure 7-9 – Maintenance Mode Exit Screen Figure 7-10 – System Restart Screen Note: Exiting Maintenance Mode enables all MCDU functions. If the aircraft status changes to ‘In-Air’ while in Maintenance Mode, the system will reboot automatically and return to Operational Mode, disregarding incomplete file uploads. The following sections describe the functionality of the additional menu items available in Maintenance Mode.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 60 7.2.1 Maintenance Mode Menu Descriptions Entering Maintenance Mode provides the Upgrades page to the Maintenance User and Administrator User. 1. Click Upgrades to upload software or data files. The screen shown in Figure 7-11 will be displayed. 2. Click Browse to navigate and select the software or data file to be uploaded. Figure 7-11 – Upgrades Screen 3. Click Upload to start the uploading process. Upon successful completion of the Upload step, the blue progress bars turn green. The uploaded data files display a CRC code, the uploaded software file displays the part number of the software. Non-compatible files will be rejected and an error message displays. 4. Click Apply to start the verification process. Upon successful completion of the verification step, the blue progress bars turn green. Non-compatible files will be rejected and an error message displays 5. Click Reset in order to upload another file. 6. For changes to take effect, the system must be rebooted. Click Exit Maintenance Mode. Note: If the aircraft status changes to ‘In-Air’ before the Upload process is completed, the system will reboot automatically and return to Operational Mode, disregarding incomplete uploads.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 61 7. Maintenance User can modify only 5 ORT parameters: a. Click ORT (Owner Requirements Table) to configure customized settings for specific aircraft and or operator requirements. 8. Administrator User can modify any UAT parameter: a. Click UAT (User Access Table) to configure user access privileges. . 9. Click Exit Maintenance Mode for changes to take effect. The system reboots and returns to Operational Mode Note: If the aircraft status changes to ‘In-Air’ before the Upload process is completed, the system will reboot automatically and return to Operational Mode, disregarding incomplete uploads.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 62 Table 7-1 - Read Privileges by Role RolesRead PrivilegesStatusandPartNumbers ConfigurationsStatus:OperatingMode,GPSSource,ConfiguredPhoneNumber,ISVMIMEI,ISDMIMEI,StatusLEDs(System,GPS,ISVM,ISDM)ARINC429RxChannelsStatus(Active/Inactive)DiscreteInputsStatus(Active/Inactive)FaultStatusPartNumbers:ICTP/N,ORTP/N,ISVMF/WVer.,ISDMF/WVer.,S/WP/N,SDUP/N,SCMP/N,SCMS/NORTICTADB(AddressBook)UAT(UserAccessTable)Guest (no login required) YesYesYesYesYesNoNoNoNoData Collector YesYes Yes Yes Yes No No No NoMaintenance YesYesYesYesYesYes(Limited)NoYesNoAdministrator YesYes Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 63 Table 7-2 - Download Privileges by Role RolesDownloadPrivilegesLogs ConfigurationsFailuresIn‐AirFaultsOn‐GroundFaultsStatus(LinkChanges)DebugICTORTADB(AddressBook)UAT(UserAccessTable)Guest (no login required) No No No No NoNo No No NoData Collector Yes Yes Yes Yes YesNo No No NoMaintenance Yes Yes Yes Yes YesYes Yes Yes NoAdministrator Yes Yes Yes Yes YesNo No No Yes
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 64 Table 7-3 – Modify Privileges by Role RolesModifyPrivilegesModifications Software/DataLoading(Upload)ORTParametersICTParametersAddressBookUAT(UserAccessTable)S/WUpgrades ICTORT(Complete)ADB(AddressBook)UAT(UserAccessTable)Guest (no login required) NoNo No No NoNo No No NoData Collector NoNo No No NoNo No No NoMaintenance Yes(Limited) No No No YesYes Yes Yes YesAdministrator NoNo No Yes YesYes Yes Yes Yes
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 65 7.3 Configuring the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System This section provides basic information on how to configure the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. User access privileges are required to modify parameters as follows: Maintenance User – 5 ORT parameters Administrator User – UAT parameters The above listed users are required to log in with a user name and password and enter Maintenance Mode. Note: The aircraft status must be ‘On-Ground’ when Entering Maintenance Mode. The following sections are intended to provide you with information on the configuration process and data inputs required to install and verify a system as operational: For the purposes of installation, system configuration and verification, the following steps should be completed: 1. Address Book to upload 2. ORT parameters for Maintenance User 3. ICT file to upload 4. UAT parameters for user roles 7.3.1 Address Book The Address Book can be uploaded as a comma-separated-values file (adb.csv) by the Maintenance User or Administrator User after login with a user name and password, and Entering Maintenance Mode when the aircraft status ‘On-Ground’. The Address Book can be viewed in the MUI by the Maintenance User or Administrator User after login in Operational Mode. Up to 300 Address Book entries can be made. Note: Address Book entries can be viewed and, if unprotected, modified via the MCDU in Operational Mode. The Address Book can be downloaded as ‘adb.csv’ file in the MUI (including modifications that have been made via the MCDU) by the Maintenance User after login in Operational Mode. The following restrictions and limitations apply to the parameters of a compatible adb.csv file:  Phone Number – up to 18 digits  Name – up to 23 alphanumeric characters; A-Z, 0-9, +, -, /, space  Priority – 4 (Public), 3 (Non-Safety), 2 (Safety), 1 (Emergency)  Protected – 0 (No), 1 (Yes)  Directory - 4 (Public), 3 (Non-Safety), 2 (Safety), 1 (Emergency)  Speed Dial 1 - 1  Speed Dial 2 – 0 (currently not used)  Speed Dial 3 – 0 (currently not used)
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 66 To view the Address Book in the MUI: 1. In Operational Mode, log in as Maintenance User or Administrator User. 2. Click Address Book to display the Address Book entries (see Figure 7-12). Figure 7-12 – Address Book 3. View the Address Book entries in the MUI:  Order#: Up to 300 address book entries. Note: This parameter is not part of the adb.csv file.  Phone Number: From 6 to 18 digits  Contact Name: Up to 23 alphanumeric characters  Default Call Priority and Directory: Options displayed are Emergency, Safety, Non-Safety, and Public.  Protected: YES indicates that the Address Book entry is ‘protected’ from being modified. NO indicates that the Address Book entry is ‘not protected’, and can be modified or deleted via the MCDU in Operational Mode.  Extension 2 and 3 Speed Dial: Currently not used. 7.3.2 Owner Requirements Table (ORT) Parameters The following user access privileges are required to modify ORT parameters: Maintenance User – 5 ORT parameters The Owner Requirements Table (ORT) for Maintenance User (see Figure 7-13) contains the parameters that may be customized by the individual aircraft operator. These settings may be changed as required to meet operational requirements or preferences. The ORT file can be uploaded and downloaded as a binary file by the Maintenance User.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 67 The file name of an up-loadable ORT file has a part number; for example, ‘852E5927-00.bin’. It is version-controlled and the CRC is calculated and displayed during the upload process for verification. The default file name of a downloaded ORT file is ‘ort.bin’. Figure 7-13 – ORT Screen Note: An ORT Configuration Worksheet is provided in Appendix B to assist the operator in selecting and documenting the correct ORT configuration settings. To access and modify ORT parameters: 1. Log in with user name and password as Maintenance User. 2. Click Enter Maintenance Mode. Note: The aircraft status must be ‘On-Ground’ to be able to Enter Maintenance Mode. 3. Click the ORT link on the left-hand side of the screen to open the ORT page. 4. AIR TO GROUND CALLS - CALL PROGRESS TONES: The call progress tones can be configured to either North American or European. The default is NORTH AMERICAN. 5. ALLOW MANUAL DIALING - EXTENSION 1: If set to YES, manually dialed phone calls can be placed from the cockpit, in addition to using the directory. If set to NO, phone calls from the cockpit can be placed only by using the directory. Note: If set to NO, the MANUAL DIAL prompt will not be available on the MCDU. IMPORTANT! To obtain operational approval for safety-services voice in accordance with FAA AC20-150A, Extension 1 must be configured YES to allow manual dialing for the flight crew.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 68 6. OTHER CALL PARAMETERS – ALLOW LOW PRIORITY CALLS IN COCKPIT: Low-priority calls are considered PUBLIC or Priority 4. If set to YES, low-priority calls can be received in the cockpit, and low-priority calls can be placed from the cockpit. If set to NO, low-priority incoming calls will not ring in the cockpit, and no low-priority calls can be placed from the cockpit. Note: If set to NO, the PUBLIC directory prompt will not be available on the MCDU. 7. SAFETY SERVICES (Airbus Iridium SATCOM System) – ADDITIONAL ACARS HEADER PARAMETER: The default configuration of NONE corresponds to SITA; alternatively, select ARINC. 8. ATS ENABLED: If set to YES, the Iridium SIM card installed in the SCM must be ATS-enabled. If set to NO, the Iridium SIM card installed in the SCM is not ATS-enabled. 7.3.3 Installation Configuration Table (ICT) The Installation Configuration Table (ICT) parameters may not be viewed or modified. The ICT file can be uploaded and downloaded as a binary file by the Maintenance User. The file name of an uploadable ICT file has a part number; for example, ‘852E5910-00.bin’. It is version-controlled and the CRC is calculated and displayed during the upload process for verification. The default file name of a downloaded ICT file is ‘ict.bin’. 7.3.4 User Access Table (UAT) Parameters The following user access privileges are required to modify UAT parameters: Administrator User The User Access Table (UAT), shown in Figure 7-14, is used by the Administrator User to set up user access privileges for up to 20 users. These settings may be changed as required to meet operational requirements.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 69 Figure 7-14 – UAT Page To access and modify UAT parameters: 1. Log in with user name and password as Administrator User 2. Click Enter Maintenance Mode. Note: The aircraft status must be “On-Ground” to be able to Enter Maintenance Mode. 3. Click the UAT (Security) link on the left-hand side of the screen to open the UAT page. 4. USER NAME: From 4 to 20 upper-case alphanumeric characters 5. PASSWORD: From 4 to 20 upper-case alphanumeric characters 6. SECURITY LEVEL: Select either DATA COLLECTOR (default) or MAINTENANCE or ADMINISTRATOR. Up to 20 Users can be configured. To exit Maintenance Mode: Upon completion of modifying parameters, click Exit Maintenance Mode for the system to reboot and the changes to take effect. Note: Exiting Maintenance Mode enables all MCDU functions. If the aircraft status changes to ‘In-Air’ while in Maintenance Mode, the system will reboot automatically and return to Operational Mode.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 70 7.4 Upgrading Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Software The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System software is field-upgradeable using the Upgrade function of the MUI in Maintenance Mode. One of the following user privileges is required to login and enter Maintenance Mode to upload software and data files:  Maintenance User  Administrator User Note: The aircraft status must be ‘On-Ground’ to enter Maintenance Mode. 7.4.1 Upgrade Materials Make sure you have the following materials available before beginning the upgrade procedure.  A notebook computer with an Ethernet port, running the Microsoft Windows operating system and a web browser such as Internet Explorer (see Section 7.1 Accessing the Maintenance Port).  A standard, straight-through Ethernet patch cable.  The software release folder that contains the upgrade file (upgrade.tgz).  The software release notes to identify any changes to functionality or special upload instructions. 7.4.2 Upgrade Procedure Before beginning the upload procedure, make sure you have saved the applicable software release folder that includes the upgrade.tgz file to an accessible location on your laptop. Make sure you review the software release notes for any special instructions that may apply. To upgrade the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Software: 1. From the left-hand menu, click Upgrades. The Upgrades screen displays. 2. Click Browse to locate the software file to upload (upgrade.tgz). 3. Once you have selected the software file you want to upload, click Upload to start the upload process. Blue progress bars indicate the file uploading status. When the upload is complete and successful, the progress bars turn green, and the new Software Part Numbers of the new software image will be displayed (see Figure 7-15).
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 71 Figure 7-15 – Software Upgrade Progress Note: Incompatible files will be rejected. The progress bars turn red, and an error message displays next to the progress bars. Click Reset to restart the upgrade process. If you uploaded an incorrect file, but have not yet clicked Apply, click Reset to restart the upgrade process. 4. Click Apply to verify and load the software into non-volatile memory. Blue progress bars indicate the status of the software file being installed on the SDU. When the software verification is completed successfully, the progress bars turn green, and the message displays that the system must be restarted for the changes to take effect (see Figure 7-16). Figure 7-16 – Software Loading Progress Screens Note: If the aircraft status changes to ‘In-Air’ at any time during the Upgrade process, the system will reboot automatically and return to Operational Mode, disregarding any incomplete upgrades.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 72 To activate the newly installed software, you must Exit Maintenance Mode and restart the SDU. 5. To exit Maintenance mode, click Exit Maintenance Mode at the top-right corner of the MUI screen, A confirmation message displays prompting to confirm that you want to exit Maintenance Mode (see Figure 7-17). Figure 7-17 – Exit Maintenance Mode Message 6. Click OK. The SDU automatically restarts and applies the newly installed software. A message displays indicating that the AFIRS system reboots (see Figure 7-18). Figure 7-18 – Exit Maintenance Mode Progress Bar
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 73 7. When the restart is complete, verify that the SDU is in Operational Mode and functioning as expected. To verify that the correct software version and configurations have been loaded, check the following: a. From the Home page, click on the General, ARINC, and Discrete In tabs to review the system and link status, and the status of the ARINC 429 Rx and Discrete In connections. b. Click on the Faults page to view if any faults are currently raised. c. Click on the Part Numbers page to verify that the software part number displayed matches the software version and part number as noted in the release notes or upgrade instructions d. Enter User Name and Password (Maintenance User) and click Login. e. Maintenance User - Click ORT and review the ORT configurations to confirm that they are correct. f. Click Logout after your review is complete and satisfactory. 7.5 Exiting Maintenance Mode To save changes and uploaded configuration data, you need to exit maintenance mode for the changes to take effect 1. In the top-right hand corner of the screen, click Exit Maintenance Mode. 2. A Message displays prompting for confirmation to exit Maintenance Mode (see Figure 7-19). Note: If you click Cancel, your changes are still active but not saved. Figure 7-19 – Exiting Prompt Message 3. Click OK to exit Maintenance Mode, save your changes and reboot the system. 4. The following message displays (see Figure 7-20):
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 74 Figure 7-20 – Restart Screen 5. Once the system reboots to Operational Mode, verify your changes and confirm that the correct software and data files have been installed. 6. Click the Part Numbers page and review the Software tab for the correct Part Numbers 7. The Part Numbers screen displays as shown in Figure 7-21. Figure 7-21 – Software Part Numbers Screen
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 75 8. MAINTENANCE AND CHECKOUT This section provides instructions on post-installation checkout procedures and information on Instructions for Continued Airworthiness. 8.1 Post-Installation Checkout 8.1.1 Before Power-On Tests 1. Before installing the SDU in the mounting tray, confirm that all aircraft interface wiring is correct as per the aircraft wiring integration design. 2. Confirm that a valid SIM card is installed in the SDU Configuration Module (SCM). 3. Set the system circuit breaker for the Main power source and confirm that 28 VDC power is available between pins J1C-2 and J1C-3. Pull the circuit breaker and ensure that Main power is removed. 4. Place the SDU in the mounting tray and secure the front hold-down. 5. Open the front panel door and confirm that a flash card is installed in the SDU. Note: If no flash card is present, a FLASH CARD FAULT is generated in the MUI, and an SDU FAIL will display on the MCDU SATCOM BITE STATUS page. Only FLYHT P/N 502-1180-x flash cards should be used in the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. 6. If installed, the cockpit FAULT indication should be illuminated when power is not applied to the system. 7. Set the system circuit breaker for the Main power source. The SYSTEM LED indicator on the front panel of the SDU will be amber indicating that the system is initializing. Note: The first time an SDU is installed in an aircraft, the SYSTEM LED indicator will typically remain amber even after it has initialized. The MUI will display an SCM Configuration Fault indicating that the proper configuration settings have not yet been made. 8. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Maintenance Port in the front panel and follow procedures to open the Maintenance User Interface (MUI) as described in Section 7. 9. Log in to the MUI as Maintenance User and Enter Maintenance Mode to install ICT and ORT files in accordance with the procedures contained in Section 7. Exit Maintenance Mode to reboot the system. Keep the laptop connected to the Maintenance Port after finishing the configuration procedure. 10. Once the system resets, the SYSTEM LED indicator on the front panel of the SDU will turn green once the system is operational. 11. The cockpit FAULT annunciator should remain illuminated whenever the SYSTEM STATUS indicator is amber, and extinguish when the SYSTEM LED indicator turns green.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 76 8.1.2 Aircraft Systems Interface Tests Note: The tests listed in this section are generic in nature and are not intended to be used as a test plan for any specific aircraft installation. They should only be used by the aircraft systems integrator as a guide in developing the correct and complete aircraft-specific integration tests. The aircraft systems integrator’s test plan should ensure that the aircraft and its systems are in a safe condition for each test to be performed. 8.1.2.1 Main Power Test 1. Confirm that 28 VDC power is available at the Main power input, and that the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System is initialized and operating. 2. Using the MUI Home page General tab, confirm that the System status and Datalinks are green. 8.1.2.2 ARINC 429 Databus Interface Tests 1. On the MUI, click on the ARINC tab on the Home page. 2. Confirm the aircraft systems connected to the databus ports being tested are operational and transmitting on the databus. 3. Confirm that the ARINC 429 Rx (1-16) channels used are shown as ACTIVE. 8.1.2.3 MCDU Tests Confirm SATCOM functionality on each MCDU as follows: 1. On the MCDU MENU page, the <SAT prompt should be available at one of the Line Select Keys (LSKs). Press the LSK to display the SATCOM MAIN MENU page. 2. On the SATCOM MAIN MENU, press the LSK for the SATCOM STATUS page. The SATCOM STATUS page should be displayed with log-on state as well as voice and datalink status information. 3. On the SATCOM STATUS page, press the LSK of the CONFIG prompt. The SATCOM CONFIG page 1 of 7 should be displayed. Press Arrow Down or Arrow Up to view current configurations on pages 1 through 7. 4. On the SATCOM STATUS page, press the LSK of the BITE prompt to display the SATCOM BITE STATUS page to display the status of the SDU, SIM CARDS, and SCM. 5. On the SATCOM BITE STATUS page, press the LSK of the SYS BUS prompt. The SATCOM SYS BUS page should display with status information of the CFDS, MCDU#1, MCDU#2, MCDU#3, ATSU#1, ATSU#2, and EFB. 6. Press the <RETURN LSK several times to return to the SATCOM MAIN MENU page.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 77 8.1.2.4 Ethernet Port Tests Confirm Ethernet connectivity to each Ethernet device as follows: Confirm that the SDU front panel ETHERNET LEDs for the connected ports are green. Flashing green indicates data is being transferred. Perform any tests specific to the connected system to confirm that it is communicating with the SDU over the Ethernet port. 8.1.2.5 Discrete Input Tests For each discrete input connected (1-16), confirm the correct aircraft system interface as follows: 1. Using the Maintenance User Interface (MUI), click on the Discrete In tab on the Home page. 2. Select the discrete input to its inactive state. Confirm proper operation of the interfaced aircraft system. 3. Select the discrete input to its active state. Confirm proper operation of the interfaced aircraft system. 8.1.2.6 Discrete Output Tests For each discrete output configured and connected (1-8), confirm the correct state is detected as follows: 1. Manipulate the system providing the discrete output as required to indicate the output active state 8.1.3 Operational System Tests Note: The tests in this section require the aircraft to be powered and outside the hangar in a location that has a clear view of the Iridium and GPS satellites. Aircraft systems that interface with the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System must be installed and operational. These tests also require the AFIRS system activated on the Iridium network by FLYHT, and a valid SIM card installed in the SCM. Ensure that the ORT configuration ATS Enabled (Yes/No) matches the SIM card type installed. 8.1.3.1 Date, Time, and Position Tests 1. Open the MUI to display the AFIRS Home page. 2. Confirm that the correct date, time, and position (UTC) information is displayed. 3. If the Internal GPS is configured as Active, the MUI display is showing AFIRS GPS and the GPS Link is displayed green. 8.1.3.2 Datalink Tests 1. Confirm on the MUI that the ISVM and ISDM Links are green, and the MCDU SATCOM STATUS page displays LOGGED-ON.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 78 8.1.3.3 SATCOM Voice Tests 1. Confirm that the MCDU SATCOM MAIN MENU page displays Ready to Connect. 2. Place an air-to-ground call by using the MCDU. Confirm proper MCDU indications for a call in progress. 3. Terminate the call from the cockpit. Confirm proper cockpit indications and return to Ready to Connect state. 4. Place a ground-to-air call. Confirm proper cockpit indications for an incoming call. Answer the call and confirm proper cockpit indications for a call in progress. 5. Place a ground-to-air call and reject the incoming call. Confirm proper cockpit indications. 6. Place a ground-to-air call. Allow call to go unanswered. Confirm proper ring sequencing, eventual call termination, and proper cockpit indications. 7. If SIM card installed is ATS-enabled, place a ground-to-air call. While the call is in progress, place a higher priority ground-to-air call. Confirm that the existing call is terminated and preempted by a call of higher priority. 8. Terminate call at from the ground. Confirm proper cockpit indications. 8.1.4 EMI Tests Each Airbus Iridium SATCOM System aircraft installation should be tested for electromagnetic interference in accordance with procedures developed by the aircraft systems integrator. The tests should be developed to ensure that there is no objectionable interference between the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System and other aircraft systems. This can include ground tests with engine running and flight tests as required. 8.2 Instructions for Continued Airworthiness The aircraft systems integrator is responsible to provide Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) for the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System specific to the aircraft installation. The general content in this Installation Manual may be referenced by the aircraft systems integrator when developing the ICA.
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Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 83 Appendix B – ORT Worksheet ORTGroupORTParameterNameValueAirtoGroundCallsCallProgressTones NORTHAMERICAN EUROPEANAllowManualDialingExtension1 YES NOOtherCallParametersAllowLowPriorityCallsinCockpit YES NOSafetyServices(Airbus Iridium SATCOM System)AdditionalACARSHeaderParameter NONE ARINCATSEnabled YES NO
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Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 85 Appendix C – Environmental Qualification Forms The following forms are provided for the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System SDU and Airbus Iridium SATCOM System SCM, and Airbus Iridium Antenna System respectively.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 86 RTCA DO-160G Environmental Qualification Form Model: AFIRS 228S Product: Satellite Data Unit and Satellite Control Module Part Number: 228E5733-00 418E5733-00 Manufacturer: L-3 Communications, Aviation Recorders 100 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota FL, 34232 P.O. Box 3041, Zip Code 34230-3041 TSO Number: Manufacturer's Specification and/or Other Applicable Specifications: Aviation Recorders QTP #905-E5750-34 Airbus Purchaser Technical Specification, X2328SP1010161 Airbus ABD0100.1.2 Airbus ABD0100.1.6 Airbus ABD0100.1.8 RTCA DO-160G Conditions TEST STANDARD Description of Conducted Tests Temperature & Altitude Low Temperature Ground Survival Start-up after ground soak Operating High Temperature Ground Survival Start-up after ground soak Operating DO-160G,IAW ABD100.1.2 G 4.5.1 4.5.1 4.5.2 4.5.3 4.5.3 4.5.4 Equipment tested to Category A2 -55C -40C -15C +85C +70C +70C
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 87 Conditions TEST STANDARD Description of Conducted Tests Altitude 4.6.1 +15,000 feet Decompression 4.6.2 +8,000 feet +50,000 feet Overpressure 4.6.3 Equipment tested at 183 kPa and 199 kPa (Absolute Pressure) Temperature Variation DO-160G, Section 5 IAW ABD100.1.2 G Equipment tested to Category B. Humidity DO-160G, Section 6.0 IAW ABD100.1.2 G Equipment tested to Category A (Standard).Operational Shocks DO-160G Section 7.0, IAW ABD100.1.2 G Equipment tested to Category D. 6g, 20 milliseconds (low freq.) Vibration DO-160G Section 8 Section 8.5.2 IAW ABD1001.2.G DO-160G Section 8.7.2 X20RP0923418 Equipment tested to Section 1.6.1, Curve 1 Equipment tested to Cat H (Curve R) Equipment tested to specification (Windmilling) Waterproofness DO-160G Section 10.3.1IAW ABD100.1.2 GSection 1.8 Equipment tested to Category Y. Condensing water proof test.
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 88 Conditions TEST STANDARD Description of Conducted Tests Fluids Susceptibility DO-160G Section 11.4.1IAW ABD100.1.6 DSections 4.7 and 4.8 Equipment tested to Category F, for:  Cleaning Agents  Disinfectants  Extinguishing Agents  Insecticides  Heat Transfer Fluids  Hydraulic Fluid Dust DO-160G Section 12.4, IAW ABD100.1.2 GSection 1.10 Equipment qualified to Category D Fungus Resistance DO-160G Section 13.0 and IAW ABD100.1.2 GSection 1.11 Equipment qualified to Category F Magnetic Effect DO-160G Section 15.0 IAW ABD100.1.2 GSection 3.4.1 Equipment tested to Category A. Power Input DO-160G Section 16.0, IAW ABD100.1.8 Issue E Equipment tested in accordance with ABD0100.1.8 for 28VDC equipment. Note: Low voltage +20V-DC deviating from requirement of 18.5V-DC Voltage Spike DO-160G Section 17.0 IAW ABD100.1.8 Issue E Category A Equipment tested in accordance with ABD0100.1.8.1, LDC 104. Audio Frequency Susceptibility DO-160G Section 18.0 IAW ABD100.1.8 Issue E Equipment tested to Category R for DC
Airbus Iridium SATCOM System 165E5733-00 L-3 Aviation Recorders Proprietary Issue, Rev. 02 21 January 2014 Page 89 Conditions TEST STANDARD Description of Conducted Tests Induced Signal Susceptibility Magnetic Fields Magnetic Fields Electric Fields Spikes DO-160G Section 19.0 IAW ABD100.1.2 GSection 3.4.4 19.3.1 19.3.3 19.3.4 19.3.5 Equipment tested to Category ZW. Equipment Cables Cables Cables Electrostatic Discharge IAW ABD100.1.2 GSection 3.5 Equipment tested Category B Flammability/Smoke/Toxicity DO-160G ABD0031 Analysis for Flammability Analysis for Smoke & Toxicity Constant Acceleration ABD100.1.2 G Section 1.18, Equipment tested to Category B and Test Procedure to ISO2669 Bench Handling IAW ABD100.1.2 GSection 1.5.3 and MIL-STD 810 Method 516.5 Equipment tested to Procedure VI.
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COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM PART NUMBERS SDU - 228E5733-00 SCM - 418E5733-00 COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST P/N: 165E5733-10 IN ACCORDANCE WITH TSO C-159a VENDOR CODE: 06141 23-28-01 Revision 1 Jan. 21/14
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM EXPORT CONTROL STATEMENT IRIDIUM SATCOM TECHNOLOGY / DATA: “This Iridium SATCOM System Technical Data is being exported from the United States in accordance with the Export Administration Regulations (ECCN #7A994), No License Required (NLR). Diversion contrary to U.S. law is prohibited. In accordance with U.S. Law (Title 15CFR Part 746 and Supplement No. 1 to Part 774; and Title 31CFR) resale/re-export or transfer to certain designated countries is prohibited without the prior written consent of the U.S. Department of Commerce.” HTSUS/Schedule B: 85439.09.000 This manual contains date sensitive information. To verify the latest revision level of this manual check the Publications Index located on the L-3Com Publications down-load site at http://www.L3ar.net. ©Copyright 2013 by L-3 Communications. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing. Inquiries should be addressed to: L-3 Communications, Aviation Recorders Publications Vendor Code: 06141 P. O. Box 3041 Sarasota, Florida 34230 Phone: (941) 371-0811; FAX: (941) 377-5591 Title Page ii Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM GENERALThis product and related documentation must be reviewed for familiarization with safety markings and instructions before operation.This instrument was constructed in an ESD (electro–static discharge) protected environment. This is because most of the semiconductor devices used in this instrument are susceptible to damage by static discharge.Depending on the magnitude of the charge, device substrates can be punctured or destroyed by contact or mere proximity of a static charge. The results can cause degradation of device performance, early failure, or immediate destruction.These charges are generated in numerous ways such as simple contact, separation of materials, and normal motions of persons working with static sensitive devices.When handling or servicing equipment containing static sensitive devices, adequate precautions must be taken to prevent device damage or destruction.Only those who are thoroughly familiar with industry accepted techniques for handling static sensitive devices should attempt to service circuitry with these devices.In all instances, measures must be taken to prevent static charge build–up on work surfaces and persons handling the devices.BEFORE APPLYING POWERVerify that the product is set to match the available line voltage and the correct fuse is installed.Servicing instructions are for use by service–trained personnel only. To avoid dangerous electric shock, do not perform any servicing unless qualified to do so.Adjustments described in the manual are performed with power supplied to the instrument while protective covers are removed. Energy available at many points may, if contacted, result in personal injury. Title Page iii Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM RECORD OF CHANGES Issue Revision Date of Change Comments Initial 00 Dec. 15/13 Initial issue of AB Iridium SATACOM CMM. Includes all sections, per ATA100. 1 Jan. 21/14 Corrected part numbers. 23-28-01 Record of Changes Page vii Jan. 21/14
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES Section Page Date Section Page Date Title Page i Jan. 21/14 ii Jan. 21/14 iii Jan. 21/14 iv Jan. 21/14 Service Bulletin List v Jan. 21/14 vi Jan. 21/14 Record of Changes vii Jan. 21/14 viii Jan. 21/14 Record of Revisions ix Jan. 21/14 x Jan. 21/14 List of Effective Pages xi Jan. 21/14 xii Jan. 21/14 Table of Contents xiii Jan. 21/14 xiv Jan. 21/14 xv Jan. 21/14 xvi Jan. 21/14 Introduction 1 Jan. 21/14 2 Jan. 21/14 3 Jan. 21/14 4 Jan. 21/14 5 Jan. 21/14 6 Jan. 21/14 7 Jan. 21/14 8 Jan. 21/14 Description and Operation 1 Jan. 21/14 2 Jan. 21/14 3 Jan. 21/14 4 Jan. 21/14 5 Jan. 21/14 6 Jan. 21/14 Testing and Troubleshooting 101 Jan. 21/14 102 Jan. 21/14 Disassembly 301 Jan. 21/14 302 Jan. 21/14 Cleaning 401 Jan. 21/14 402 Jan. 21/14 Check 501 Jan. 21/14 502 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01 List of Effective Pages Page xi Jan. 21/14
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES Section Page Date Section Page Date S Repair 601 Jan. 21/14 602 Jan. 21/14 Assembly 701 Jan. 21/14 702 Jan. 21/14 Fits and Clearances 801 Jan. 21/14 802 Jan. 21/14 803 Jan. 21/14 804 Jan. 21/14 805 Jan. 21/14 806 Jan. 21/14 807 Jan. 21/14 808 Jan. 21/14 Special Tools, Fixtures and Equipment 901 Jan. 21/14 902 Jan. 21/14 Illustrated Parts List 1001 Jan. 21/14 1002 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01 List of Effective Pages Page xii Jan. 21/14
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SUBJECT/DESCRIPTION PAGE 1. GENERAL......................................................................................................................... 1 2. ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS ............................................................................... 1 3. DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................ 4 A. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS 4 B. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS 5 4. MAINTENANCE PHILOSOPHY ........................................................................................ 6 5. COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL (CMM) DESCRIPTION ................................... 7 A. FRONT MATTER 7 B. DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 7 C. TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING 7 D. DISASSEMBLY 7 E. CLEANING 7 F. CHECK 7 G. REPAIR 7 H. ASSEMBLY 8 I. FITS AND CLEARANCES 8 J. SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT 8 K. ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 8 6. DOCUMENT VERIFICATION ........................................................................................... 8 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW ....................................................................................................... 1 2. SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE .............................................................................................. 3 A. SATELLITE DATA UNIT (SDU) 3 B. SDU CONFIGURATION MODULE (SCM) 4 C. IRIDIUM ANTENNA SYSTEM 5 TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING 1. GENERAL..................................................................................................................... 101 DISASSEMBLY SUBJECT/DESCRIPTION PAGE 1. GENERAL...................................................................................................................... 301 23-28-01 Table of Contents Page xiii Jan. 21/14
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM CLEANING 1. GENERAL...................................................................................................................... 401 CHECK 1. GENERAL...................................................................................................................... 501 REPAIR 1. GENERAL...................................................................................................................... 601 ASSEMBLY 1. GENERAL...................................................................................................................... 701 FITS AND CLEARANCES SUBJECT/DESCRIPTION PAGE 1. GENERAL...................................................................................................................... 801 2. EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................... 801 A. SATELLITE DATA UNIT (SDU) 801 B. SDU CONFIGURATION MODULE (SCM) 803 C. IRIDIUM ANTENNA SYSTEM 804 D. COAXIAL ANTENNA CABLE ASSEMBLY 806 SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT 1. GENERAL...................................................................................................................... 901 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 1. GENERAL.................................................................................................................... 1001 23-28-01 Table of Contents Page xiv Jan. 21/14
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE TITLE PAGE Figure 1. Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Operational Concept 1 Figure 2. Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Block Diagram 2 Figure 3. Satellite Data Unit (SDU) Assembly Drawing Part Number: 228E5733-00 3 Figure 4. SDU Configuration Module (SCM) Assembly Drawing Part Number: 418E5733-00 4 Figure 5. Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Antenna Drawing Part Number: 009E5733-00 5 Figure 801. SDU Outline Drawing 801 Figure 802. SCM Outline Drawing 803 Figure 803. Iridium Antenna Outline Drawing 804 Figure 804. Coaxial Antenna Cable Outline Drawing 806 LIST OF TABLES TABLE TITLE PAGE Table 1. Acronym Definition List 1 Table 2. Reference Document List 5 23-28-01 Table of Contents Page xv Jan. 21/14
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM INTRODUCTION 1. GENERAL This Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) describes the components for the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. The system includes a Satellite Data Unit (SDU), p/n: 228E5733-00, an SDU Configuration Module (SCM), p/n: 418E5733-00, along with an Iridium Antenna, p/n: 009E5733-00, and Coaxial Antenna Cable assembly, p/n: 024E5733-XX. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System meets the performance requirements of TSO C-159a. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System is designed as a maintenance-free system. The SDU, SCM, Iridium Antenna and Coaxial Antenna Cable assembly are considered Level-1 maintenance line-replaceable units and are not field-repairable. No periodic adjustments, calibration, or maintenance is required to maintain this system. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System is considered an “ON CONDITION LRU.” 2. ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS Table 1 defines the acronyms and abbreviations used throughout this CMM. Table 1. Acronym Definition List Acronym Definition ACARS Aircraft Communications Addressing and Reporting System ACP Audio Control Panel ADB Address Book AFIRS Automated Flight Information Reporting System ANSI American National Standards Institute APU Auxiliary Power Unit ATE Automatic Test Equipment ATS Air Traffic Service ATSU Air Traffic Service Unit ARINC Aeronautical Radio Incorporated BCD Binary Coded Decimal Introduction Page 1 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM Acronym Definition BITE Built-In Test Equipment CF Compact Flash CFDS Centralized Fault Display System (Airbus) CNSSA Core Non-Safety Services Application CTS Clear To Send DITS Digital Information Transfer System DTP Date Time Position EFB Electronic Flight Bag EIA Electronics Industry Association FAA Federal Aviation Administration F/W Firmware FWC Flight Warning Computer GAMA General Aviation Manufacturers Association GFI General Format Identifier GPS Global Positioning System GSE Ground Service Equipment HBP Harvard Bi-Phase HYB Hybrid ICA Instructions for Continued Airworthiness ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization ICD Interface Control Document ICE Iridium Certified Equipment ICT Installation Configuration Table IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IMEI International Mobile Equipment Identifier ISO International Organization for Standardization ISDM Iridium Satellite Data Modem Introduction Page 2 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM Acronym Definition ISVM Iridium Satellite Voice Modem LGCIU Landing Gear Control Interface Unit LED Light Emitting Diode LRU Line Replaceable Unit LSK Line Select Key MCDU Multi-Purpose Control and Display Unit MOPS Minimum Operational Performance Specifications MUI Maintenance User Interface N/C Normally Closed NGSS Next Generation Satellite Systems N/O Normally Open ORT Owner Requirements Table PBX Public Branch Exchange PC Personal Computer P/N Part Number PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network PTT Push To Talk RMS Root-Mean-Square RTS Request To Send RTCA Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics RX Receive SAL System Address Label SATCOM Satellite Communications SCM SDU Configuration Module SDI Source/Destination Identifier SDU Satellite Data Unit SIM Subscriber Identity Module Introduction Page 3 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM Acronym Definition SSA Safety Service Application SSM Signed Status Matrix SW Software TIA Telecommunications Industry Association TNC Threaded Neill–Concelman TX Transmit TSO Technical Standard Order UAT User Access Table UTC Coordinated Universal Time VAC Volts Alternating Current VDC Volts Direct Current WPS Words Per Second 3. DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS The following equipment and documents are, or may be, required for on-aircraft installation and check out of the Airbus Iridium System. A. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Installation Manual, Airbus Iridium SATCOM System, Part Number: 165E5733-00. Introduction Page 4 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM B. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS The following documents are listed for reference only. Table 2. Reference Document List Ref. Document Number Description • ANSI/TIA/EIA-232-F-1997 Interface Between Data Terminal Equipment and Data Circuit-Terminating Equipment Employing Serial Binary Data Interchange • ARINC 429-19 Mark 33 Digital Information Transfer System (DITS) • ARINC 573-7 Mark 2 Aircraft Integrated Data System (AIDS Mark 2) • ARINC 600-16 Air Transport Avionics Equipment Interfaces • ARINC 619-3 ACARS Protocols For Avionic End Systems • ARINC 664-2 Aircraft Data Networks • ARINC 702-6 Flight Management Computer System • ARINC 702A-3 Advanced Flight Management Computer System • ARINC 717-14 Flight Data Acquisition and Recording System • ARINC 718-4 Mark 3 Air Traffic Control Transponder (ATCRBS/MODE S) • ARINC 718A-2 Mark 4 Air Traffic Control Transponder (ATCRBS/MODE S) • ARINC 739A-1 Multi-Purpose Control And Display Unit • ARINC 741-13 Aviation Satellite Communication System • ARINC 758-2 Communications Management Unit (CMU) Mark 2 • ARINC 761-4 Second Generation Aviation Satellite Communication System, Aircraft Installation Provisions • FAA TSO C-159a Technical Standard Order, Avionics Supporting Next Generation Satellite Systems (NGSS) • GAMA Publication No. 11, Ver. 5.1 ARINC 429, General Aviation Subset • IEEE 802.3-2008 IEEE Standard for Information Technology-Specific Requirements - Part 3: Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection (CMSA/CD) Access Method and Physical Layer Specifications Introduction Page 5 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM Ref. Document Number Description • RTCA/DO-160G Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment • RTCA/DO-214 Audio Systems Characteristics and Minimum Operational Performance Standards for Aircraft Audio Systems and Equipment • RTCA/DO-262A Minimum Operational Performance Standards for Avionics Supporting Next Generation Satellite Systems (NGSS) • TIA/EIA-422-B Electrical Characteristics of Balanced Voltage Digital Interface Circuits 4. MAINTENANCE PHILOSOPHY The Model Airbus Iridium SATCOM System line replaceable units (LRUs), consisting of the SDU and SCM, are considered “ON CONDITION LRUs” and are designed as maintenance-free units. The SDU and SCM are considered Level-1 maintenance units and are not field-repairable. The bench testing and repair of circuit card assemblies (CCAs) containing surface mount technology (SMT) devices require specialized factory equipment, training, and techniques. These assemblies are not field-repairable while the unit is under the warranty period. As a result, during the unit’s warranty period, the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System maintenance philosophy is replacement of failed LRU. If an LRU failure occurs, the LRU is to be returned to L-3Com for testing, fault isolation, and repair. The L-3Com Repair Station has been given authority to repair, modify, and bench test for return to service all Airbus Iridium SATCOM System LRUs using L-3Com Factory ATP procedures. Repair, modification, and/or recertification of Airbus Iridium SATCOM System LRUs as per ATP procedure are limited to the L-3Com Repair Station. In turn, the operator will receive a certified Return-To-Service unit to be reinstalled into the aircraft or as a replacement for a spare unit. Attempts to repair any components of the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System or the LRU will void the warranty. Refer to the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Installation manual, p/n: 165E5733-00 for detailed instructions for on-aircraft installation, removal and operation. Introduction Page 6 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM 5. COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL (CMM) DESCRIPTION This CMM consists of a single volume. The manual conforms to the intent and form of Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Specification 100, Revision 36. The manual is written for an audience of intermediate- and depot-level maintenance technicians; however the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System components are not field-repairable. Functional, electrical and mechanical aspects of Airbus Iridium SATCOM System are documented - description, specifications, operation, top-level illustrated parts list are contained in this manual. The CMM content is summarized as follows: A. FRONT MATTER Front Matter material consists of a title page, service bulletin list, record of revisions, record of changes, list of effective pages, table of contents, and this introduction. B. DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION This section contains top-level description information for the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. Line art is used to illustrate the unit, its interconnections, and functionality. C. TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING This section is not applicable under the Level-1 maintenance philosophy for the SDU and SCM units. These units are not field-repairable, and as such, must be returned to the L-3AR factory for testing and repair should an LRU fail. D. DISASSEMBLY This section is not applicable under the current maintenance philosophy for the SDU and SCM units. These units are not field-repairable, and as such, must be returned to the L-3AR factory for testing and repair should an LRU fail. E. CLEANING This section is not applicable under the current maintenance philosophy. The SDU and SCM LRUs are level-1 maintenance units and are not field-repairable, and as such, no component cleaning may be performed. F. CHECK This section is not applicable under the current maintenance philosophy for this system. The system is not field-repairable, and as such, no field checks may be performed. G. REPAIR This section is not applicable under the current maintenance philosophy. The SDU and SCM LRUs are level-1 maintenance units and are not field-repairable, and as such, must be returned to the factory for testing and repair should an LRU fail. Introduction Page 7 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM H. ASSEMBLY This section is not applicable under the current maintenance philosophy for the SDU and SCM units. These units are not field-repairable, and as such, must be returned to the L-3AR factory for testing and repair should an LRU fail. I. FITS AND CLEARANCES This section provides specifications and outline and dimension drawings for the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. J. SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT This section is not applicable under the current maintenance philosophy for this unit. The unit is not field-repairable, and as such, must be returned to the factory for testing and repair should an LRU fail. K. ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST This section provides only top-level drawings of the SDU and SCM. LRU part lists and circuit card assembly diagrams are not applicable under the Level-1 maintenance philosophy for this system. The unit is not field-repairable, and as such, must be returned to the factory for testing and repair should an LRU fail. 6. DOCUMENT VERIFICATION All CMM material was validated against existing engineering source material. Effectivity of the manual is based on effective dates and product serial number and is identified by a list of effective pages in the front of the manual. Introduction Page 8 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW Refer to Figure 1. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System comprises a portion of the aircraft avionics, or “Aircraft Earth Station” (AES) required to support the "Next Generation Satellite System" (NGSS) using the Iridium Satellite System as specified in RTCA/DO-262A. This system serves as the radio transceiver that provides RF path connectivity with the satellite(s), and provides the digital data (ISDM) and/or analog voice and/or digital voice interfaces (ISVM) with other aircraft user subsystems. Its primary functions are: modulation and demodulation of transmitted and received signals, respectively, signaling and protocol interactions with corresponding satellites, channel management, and switching and interconnections with the aircraft and their attached avionics. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System provides multiple voice and data communications functions in the aircraft. The Automated Flight Information Reporting System (AFIRS) provides a satellite voice and data communications (SATCOM) link with the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) via the Iridium® satellite network. The system uses a standard ARINC 741/761 SATCOM interface to the flight crew’s Audio Integrating System and ARINC 739A Multi-Purpose Control and Display Units (MCDUs) in the cockpit, as well as providing 3-extension Public Branch Exchange (PBX) capability for up to 2 handsets in the cabin. Airbus Irridium SATCOM SystemOperational UserMaintenance UserExternal Aircraft SystemsIridium Space SegmentGPS Space Segment Figure 1. Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Operational Concept Description and Operation Page 1 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM Refer to Figure 2. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System interfaces to various aircraft systems to monitor, record, and report the aircraft flight and system data. This data includes aircraft movement and position reports, Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) data records, engine and airframe system health and trend records and reports, and monitored parameter tolerances and exception reports. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System provides a dedicated safety-services data channel with the capability to send and receive standard ACARS messages between the aircraft’s Air Traffic Service Unit (ATSU) and a safety-services certified terrestrial service provider. AFIRS Antenna(Iridium and GPS) Satellite Data Unit (SDU)To Aircraft Interfaces Satellite ControlModule (SCM)RFData Acquisition and Power Module (DAPM)Interconnects, Conditioning, Monitoring, Power Supply, Hold-Up CircuitryEEPROMSIM Card RF Mixer Module (RFMM)GPS ModuleIridium Satellite Data Modem (ISDM)Voice Modem Interface Module (VMIM)Iridium Satellite Voice Modem (ISVM)Modem Control and Interface Module (MCIM)System Control, Data and Telephony Processing, Data Storage and Retrieval, Communication Control, BIT28 VDC PowerARINC 573/717ARINC 429SerialEthernetDiscreteAudioRF Figure 2. Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Block Diagram Description and Operation Page 2 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM 2. SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System consists of three Line Replaceable Units (LRUs). The core system components are the Satellite Data Unit (SDU), the SDU Configuration Module (SCM), the Iridium Antenna, and Coaxial Antenna Cable assembly. Optional components include Cabin Handset(s) (Wired or Cordless). A. SATELLITE DATA UNIT (SDU) Refer to Figure 3. The SDU is an ARINC 600 2MCU electronic enclosure that resides in the aircraft’s equipment rack. It contains the system intelligence and interface circuitry for connecting to the various aircraft systems. The SDU also contains Iridium voice and data modem(s), as well as a GPS receiver. Figure 3. Satellite Data Unit (SDU) Assembly Drawing Part Number: 228E5733-00 Description and Operation Page 3 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM B. SDU CONFIGURATION MODULE (SCM) Refer to Figure 4. The SCM is a small module that is mounted near the SDU. It uses an EEPROM to store a copy of the “aircraft personality” information. The SCM also contains the Iridium SIM card, which provides access to the Iridium satellite network for the voice communications functionality. Figure 4. SDU Configuration Module (SCM) Assembly Drawing Part Number: 418E5733-00 Description and Operation Page 4 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM C. IRIDIUM ANTENNA SYSTEM Refer to Figure 5. The antenna is a Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) unit that is mounted on the top of the aircraft’s fuselage. It provides satellite connectivity for both the GPS and Iridium satellite systems. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System has a single combined Iridium/GPS RF connection on the rear interface connector, which is to be connected to a single combined Iridium/GPS Antenna. The antenna system is comprised of all the components from the rear interface connector up to, and including, the antenna. The total gain of the antenna system must be greater than 0 dB at 1626.5 MHz (measured at the antenna zenith). Most Iridium antennas have a gain of +3 dBic at the zenith, therefore, the maximum attenuation in the rest of the antenna system must be less than 3 dB. If an antenna with a different gain is selected, the maximum loss of the rest of the antenna system must be adjusted accordingly. Figure 5. Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Antenna Drawing Part Number: 009E5733-00 Description and Operation Page 5 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING 1. GENERAL This section is not applicable to this CMM. The Airbus Iridium System components: Satellite Data Unit, p/n: 228E5733-00, and SDU Configuration Module, p/n: 418E5733-00, have been designated as Level-1 non-field-repairable Line Replaceable Units. These Airbus Iridium System units should be returned to L-3 Aviation Recorders Repair Station for all maintenance tasks (i.e. disassembly, assembly, replacement parts, testing, and return to service certification). 23-28-01 Testing & Fault Isolation Page 101 Jan. 21/14
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM DISASSEMBLY 1. GENERAL This section is not applicable to this CMM. The Airbus Iridium System components: Satellite Data Unit, p/n: 228E5733-00, and SDU Configuration Module, p/n: 418E5733-00, have been designated as Level-1 non-field-repairable Line Replaceable Units. These Airbus Iridium System units must be returned to L-3 Aviation Recorders Repair Station for all maintenance tasks (i.e. disassembly, assembly, replacement parts, testing, and return to service certification). Disassembly Page 301 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM CLEANING 1. GENERAL This section is not applicable to this CMM. The Airbus Iridium System components: Satellite Data Unit, p/n: 228E5733-00, and SDU Configuration Module, p/n: 418E5733-00, have been designated as Level-1 non-field-repairable Line Replaceable Units. These Airbus Iridium System units should be returned to L-3 Aviation Recorders Repair Station for all maintenance tasks (i.e. disassembly, assembly, replacement parts, testing, and return to service certification). Cleaning Page 401 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM CHECK 1. GENERAL This section is not applicable to this CMM. The Airbus Iridium System components: Satellite Data Unit, p/n: 228E5733-00, and SDU Configuration Module, p/n: 418E5733-00, have been designated as Level-1 non-field-repairable Line Replaceable Units. These Airbus Iridium System units should be returned to L-3 Aviation Recorders Repair Station for all maintenance tasks (i.e. disassembly, assembly, replacement parts, testing, and return to service certification). Check Page 501 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM REPAIR 1. GENERAL This section is intended to contain information required to restore a worn or damaged part to a serviceable condition. However, the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System is a completely solid-state device that does not contain any electro-mechanical moving parts. The Airbus Iridium SATCOM System consists of a Satellite Data Unit (SDU) and SDU Configuration Module (SCM) line replaceable units (LRUs). These LRUs have been designed as Level-1 maintenance units that make extensive use of surface mount technology (SMT). The repair of circuit card assemblies (CCAs) containing SMT components requires specialized factory equipment, training, and techniques, therefore, such CCAs are not field-repairable. Only the L-3AR Repair Station, FAA: LD7R612J; EASA.145.4620 is authorized to repair the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System components in accordance with L-3AR Factory test, calibration and repair specifications. CAUTION: THE AIRBUS IRIDIUM SYSTEM CIRCUIT BOARDS ARE SUSCEPTIBLE TO ELECTROSTATIC DESTRUCTION. PRIOR TO HANDLING PWAs, ENSURE PROPER PERSONNEL GROUNDING TECHNIQUES ARE USED. ENSURE THAT CARDS ARE PLACED INTO STATIC SHIELDING CONDUCTIVE BAGS WHEN HANDLING OR STORING. Repair Page 601 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM ASSEMBLY 1. GENERAL This section is not applicable to this CMM. The Airbus Iridium System components: Satellite Data Unit, p/n: 228E5733-00, and SDU Configuration Module, p/n: 418E5733-00, have been designated Level-1 non-field-repairable Line Replaceable Units. These Airbus Iridium System units must be returned to the L-3AR Repair Station, FAA: LD7R612J; EASA.145.4620 for service in accordance with L-3AR Factory assembly specification instructions. Assembly Page 701 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM FITS AND CLEARANCES 1. GENERAL This section provides the Airbus Iridium System specifications and outline and dimensions. Since the recorder uses solid-state memory recording technology, there are no internal fits and clearances or torque values normally associated with older technology electro-mechanical tape recorder units. 2. EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS This section describes the mechanical specifications of the components of the Airbus Iridium SATCOM System. A. SATELLITE DATA UNIT (SDU) This paragraph describes the mechanical specifications of the Satellite Data Unit (SDU) refer to Figure 801 for an outline of this component. 1) SDU Outline & Dimensions The SDU is housed in an ARINC 600 2MCU enclosure, which is designed to be mounted in a standard ARINC 600 mounting tray. Figure 801. SDU Outline Drawing (dimensions in [millimeters] and inches) Description and Operation Page 801 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM 2) SDU Specifications Dimensions: 7.81” x 2.27” x 15.02” (198.3mm x 57.7mm x 381.5mm) Weight: 7.7 lbs. (3.49 kg) Max. Material/Finish: Aluminum Alloy with Black Polyurethane Finish Mounting: ARINC 600 2MCU Mounting Tray Rear Mating Connector: Size 2 ARINC 600 Receptacle Radiall P/N: NSXN2P201S0004 Maintenance Connector: RJ45 (8P8C) Modular Connector Jack Flash Card: Compact-Flash® (Type I or Type II) Environmental &: This information is contained in Appendix C of the Electrical: Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Installation Manual, p/n: 165E5733-00. Description and Operation Page 802 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM B. SDU CONFIGURATION MODULE (SCM) This paragraph describes the mechanical specifications of the SDU Configuration Module (SCM). Refer to Figure 802 for an outline of this component. 1) SCM Outline & Dimensions Figure 802. SCM Outline Drawing (dimensions in [millimeters] and inches) 2) SCM Specifications Dimensions: 1.00” x 2.00” x 4.69” (25.4mm x 50.8mm x 119.1mm) Weight: 0.4 lbs. (0.18 kg) Max. Material/Finish: Aluminum alloy with clear chromate per MIL-DTL-5541, Type II, Class 3 on all surfaces. Environmental &: This information is contained in Appendix C of the Electrical: Airbus Iridium SATCOM System Installation Manual, p/n: 165E5733-00. Description and Operation Page 803 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM C. IRIDIUM ANTENNA SYSTEM This paragraph describes the mechanical specifications of the Iridium Antenna. Refer to Figure 803 for the Outline & Dimension drawing of this component. 1) Iridium Antenna Outline & Dimensions Figure 803. Iridium Antenna Outline Drawing (dimensions in [millimeters] and inches) Description and Operation Page 804 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM 2) Iridium Antenna Specifications The Iridium SATCOM System Antenna is a passive antenna designed to cover the frequency range from 1565 MHz to 1626.5 MHz for Iridium transmit / receive operations and GPS reception. It is a low-profile, circular device that can be mounted directly to the aircraft fuselage. This antenna connects to the Iridium SDU through a coaxial cable. Weight (Typical) 0.170 kg (6 oz.) Overall Dimensions (Typical) Height: 16.8 mm (0.66 inches) Diameter: 89 mm (3.5 inches) Manufacturer’s Specification Reference Number Drawing 009E5733-00, Revision – Iridium Antenna – Passive, 1565 – 1626.5 MHz, RHCP – refer to Figure 5. Iridium SATCOM System Supplier Equipment Specification, Document No. 905-E5750-07, Revision – Environmental Specifications The Iridium SATCOM System antenna meets the environmental requirements of RTCA DO-262A where applicable as referenced in Document No. 905-E5809-42, Revision A. Testing was performed to DO-160F, MIL-STD-810, EN-60068, ISO-2669, and the applicable ABDs unless otherwise noted. Temperature: -55 C (-67 F); to +85 C (+185 F) Altitude: -100 to +55,000 FT Vibration: 10 G’s (DO-160D/E F2-AB) Description and Operation Page 805 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM Electrical Specifications Frequency: 1616.0 – 1625.5 MHz VSWR: ≤ 1.5:1 Impedance: 50-Ohms Polarization: RHCP • Axial Ratio: ≤ 3.0 db @ zenith • Power Handling: 60 Watts CW D. COAXIAL ANTENNA CABLE ASSEMBLY Refer to Figure 804. The Iridium SATCOM System Coaxial Cable is an RF Cable designed to cover the frequency range from 1565 MHz to 1626.5 MHz for Iridium transmit / receive operations and GPS reception. It is a low-loss, aircraft-grade cable that will be mounted in the aircraft fuselage. This cable provides the interconnection between the Iridium SATCOM System Satellite Data Unit and the Iridium Antenna. The Coaxial Cable has an ARINC Size 5 coaxial contact installed on one end and a TNC male connector installed on the other. There are three possible lengths for this Coaxial Cable. They are designated by the last two digits of the part number (01, 02 or 03) as listed below: 1) Coaxial Antenna Outline & Dimensions Figure 804. Coaxial Antenna Cable Outline Drawing (dimensions in [millimeters] and inches) Description and Operation Page 806 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM 2) Iridium Antenna Specifications Weight (Typical) • 024E5733-01 - 1.633 kg (57.6 oz) • 024E5733-02 – 1.497 kg (52.8 oz) • 024E5733-03 – 1.470 kg (51.8 oz) Overall Dimensions (Typical) • Length: 024E5733-01 – 11.3 m (445.0 inches) 024E5733-02 – 10.2 m (402.0 inches) 024E5733-03 – 9.95 m (392.0 inches) • Diameter: 8.1 mm (0.317 inches) Manufacturer’s Specification Reference Number • Drawing 024E5733-00, Revision B; Iridium Antenna Coax Cable – see Figure 804. • Iridium SATCOM System Supplier Equipment Specification, Document No. 905-E5750-07, Revision L. Environmental Specifications The Iridium SATCOM System Coaxial Cable meets the environmental requirements of RTCA DO-262A where applicable as described in Document No. 905E5836-42. Testing was performed to DO-160F, EN 4604, EN 3475, and the applicable ABDs unless otherwise noted. Description and Operation Page 807 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT 1. GENERAL The Airbus Iridium System components, SDU p/n: 228E5733-00 and SCM p/n: 418E5733-00) have been designated as Level-1 non-field-repairable Line Replaceable Units. There are no special tools, fixtures and test equipment for Level-1 maintenance for the Airbus Iridium System units. These units must be returned to L-3 Communications for all maintenance tasks (i.e. disassembly, assembly, replacement parts, testing, and return to service certification). Special Tools and Test Equipment Page 901 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
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AVIATION RECORDERS COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL AIRBUS IRIDIUM SATCOM SYSTEM ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 1. GENERAL The Airbus Iridium System components: Satellite Data Unit, p/n: 228E5733-00 and SDU Configuration Module, p/n: 418E5733-00, have been designated as Level-1 non-field-repairable Line Replaceable Units. The Airbus Iridium System units should be returned to L-3 Communications for all maintenance tasks (i.e. disassembly, assembly, replacement parts, testing, and return to service certification). Illustrated Parts List Page 1001 Jan. 21/14 23-28-01
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