Technisonic TFM-566 airborne transceiver Installation and Operating Instructions

TFM-566

VHF/VHF LO FM AIRBORNE TRANSCEIVER

(P/Ns 031217-1,3)

Installation and

Operating Instructions

TiL Document No. 03RE318

Revision B Issue 1

SEPTEMBER 2003

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Copyright by Technisonic Industries Limited. All rights reserved.

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CAUTION ! STATIC SENSITIVE !

This unit contains static sensitive devices. Wear a grounded wrist strap and/or conductive gloves when handling printed circuit boards.

FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

WARNING

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Technisonic Industries could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

The Model TFM-566, Transceiver is under warranty for one year from date of purchase.

Failed units caused by defective parts, or workmanship should be returned to:

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Summary of DO-160C Environmental Testing

Summary of DO-160C Environmental Testing for Technisonic Model TFM-566, VHF and VHF Low

Transceiver:

Conditions Section Description of Conducted Tests

Temperature and Altitude

Vibration

4.0

8.0

Equipment tested to categories B2 and D1.

Equipment is tested without shock mounts to categories

B, M and N.

Equipment is class A. Magnetic Effect 15.0

Power Input

Voltage Spike

RF Emission

Installation Approval Note

16.0

17.0

21.0

Equipment tested to category B.

Equipment tested to category B.

Equipment tested to category Z.

Presently no TSO standard exists for airborne FM transceivers. To make it easier for installation agencies to provide their customers with an approved installation supported by an effective

Airworthiness Approval, Technisonic has secured Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) Approvals

(both US and Canadian) on its Airborne FM products for many helicopters currently being delivered in the US and Canada as well as a number of single engine fixed wing aircraft. The above referenced DO-160C test data is also on file and available from Technisonic to support approval requirements in airframes for which Technisonic does not possess an STC.

Approved aircraft types are listed in the attachments to the formal STC documents. These STCs are the exclusive property of Technisonic and require the written authority of Technisonic for their use.

To assist Factory Authorized Technisonic Dealers in the certification process, we have placed copies of our Canadian and US STCs on our web site along with a letter of authorization for their use. These documents may be downloaded and used as support for the technical submission to

FAA or Transport Canada. Only factory authorized dealers/installers are permitted to download and make use of these documents on behalf of their customers (end users) in support of regulatory agency approval. Please refer to the Technisonic web site www.til.ca for the latest issue of available STCs and letter of authorization for use. iv

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION TITLE PAGE

SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1.1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 1-1

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1.3 PURPOSE OF EQUIPMENT ............................................................................... 1-1

1.5 TECHNICAL

SECTION 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 FEATURES...................................................................................................... 2-1

INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................ 2-3

INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................... 2-4

2.4 PRIORITY AND SELECTIVE MEMORY CHANNEL SCANNING ................................ 2-5

FREQUENCY

2.7 RECEIVE FREQUENCY SIMPLEX FUNCTION ....................................................... 2-6

2.8 KEYBOARD LOCKOUT FUNCTION .................................................................... 2-6

2.9 VARIABLE FREQUENCY MODE FUNCTION ........................................................ 2-6

DISPLAY

2.11 90 SECOND TRANSMITTER TIMEOUT FEATURE ................................................ 2-7

GUARD

CTCSS TONES ....................................................................... 2-7

2.14 PC MEMORY/PROGRAMMING DOWNLOAD CAPABILITY ..................................... 2-9

SECTION 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

PACKING LOG ............................................................................. 3-1

INSTALLATION ......................................................................... 3-1

3.4 INSTALLATION KIT - CONTENTS ..................................................................... 3-1

INSTALLATION ............................................................................... 3-1

3.6 INSTALLATION - PIN LOCATIONS AND CONNECTIONS ...................................... 3-1

3.7 WIRING

3.7.1 Main

INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................. 3-6

Power

Ground .................................................................................................. 3-6

3.7.3 PTT (Ground Keying) ....................................................................................... 3-6

3.7.4 Front Panel Back Lighting ................................................................................ 3-6

3.7.5 Audio Outputs (600 and 4 Ohms) ..................................................................... 3-6

Output Ground ...................................................................................... 3-6

3.7.7 Mic Signal Input ............................................................................................. 3-6

3.7.8 Memory

Input ..................................................................................................... 3-6

3.8 INTERNAL PROGRAMMING ENABLE/DISABLE JUMPER ....................................... 3-7

3.9 TRANSMITTER

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3.10 TRANSMITTER MICROPHONE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT ........................................... 3-8

3.11 MAIN AND GUARD SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT .................................................... 3-10

DEVIATION ADJUSTMENT ........................................................ 3-10

APPENDIX – POST INSTALLATION EMI TEST ............................................................... A-1

WARRANTY ................................................................................................................

LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE TITLE PAGE

2.1 Operator's Switches and Controls ..................................................................... 2-2

2.2 PC Up/Download Cable - Wiring Diagram ........................................................... 2-10

3.0 Transceiver mounted view of 15-pin female and 9-pin male connector ................... 3-1

3.1 Outline Drawing for Model TFM-566 Series Transceivers ..................................... 3-2

3.2 Wiring connections for the TFM-566 Series Transceivers ..................................... 3-4

3.3 Internal Enable/Disable Jumper Locations ........................................................... 3-7

3.4 External Adjustment Access Holes .................................................................... 3-9

3.5 VHF Deviation Adjustment Potentiometer Location .............................................. 3-11

3.6 VLO Deviation Adjustment Potentiometer Location ............................................. 3-12

LIST OF TABLES

TABLE TITLE PAGE

3.1 9-pin D and 15-Pin D Connections .................................................................... 3-3

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SECTION 1 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION

1.1 INTRODUCTION

This publication provides operating and installation information on the TFM-566 Transceiver manufactured by Technisonic Industries Limited. The unit offers an extended frequency range with selectable channel spacing and is intended for use (in the U.S.) only by government agencies or contractors thereto, who have obtained licensing for operation in the 138-150 MHz portion of the band. If the TFM-566 transceiver is used in CANADA, VHF operation is restricted to the following sub bands: 138-144, 148-148.99, 149.005-

150.005 and 150.05-174 MHz.

1.2 DESCRIPTION

The TFM-566, Transceiver is a frequency agile, fully synthesized airborne transceiver capable of operating in the 138 to 174 MHz and 66 to 88 MHz frequency range in 2.5 kHz increments with either 25 kHz or 12.5 kHz channel spacing. The Transceiver can operate without restriction on any split frequency pair in either band and also incorporates a two channel VHF synthesized guard receiver.

The TFM-566 Transceiver provides 200 operator accessible memory positions per band, each of which is capable of storing a transmit frequency, receive frequency, transmit

CTCSS tone or DPL code, receive CTCSS tone or DPL code, an alphanumeric identifier for each channel and wideband (25 kHz) or narrowband (12.5 kHz) channel spacing assignment. Operating frequency and other related data are presented on a 96 character, four line LED matrix display. Data entry and function control are performed via a 12 button keypad. Preset channels may also be scrolled and scanned through keypad function activation. Data may also be entered via a Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP based computer with the provided software and optional PC Up/download cable, P/N 993390-1.

The TFM-566, VHF/VLO FM Transceiver is designed to provide secondary airborne communications to facilitate operations which are typically performed in a low altitude environment. The transmitter sections of this unit have a minimum of 8 watts and do not exceed 10 watts output power, which may be reduced by a front panel switch to 1 watt, in order to reduce interference to land based systems.

There are four variations of the Model TFM-566 Transceiver. All units offer identical features and performance except for the following differences:

TFM-566, P/N 031217-1

TFM-566, P/N 031217-1 (5V)

TFM-566, P/N 031217-3

TFM-566, P/N 031217-3 (5V)

GREEN display and 28 Volt back lighting.

GREEN display and 28 Volt back lighting.

RED display and 28 Volt back lighting.

RED display and 5 Volt back lighting.

Both P/Ns 031217-1 and 031217-3 are always provided with 28 Volt back lighting unless a specific request is made for 5 Volt AC operation.

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1.5 TECHNICAL

Specification Characteristic

GENERAL

Model Designation:

Frequency Ranges:

Tuning Increments:

Operating Modes:

TFM-566

138 to 174 and 66 to 88 MHz

2.5 kHz

F3E simplex or semi-duplex

Channel Spacing:

Physical Dimensions (including heatsink):

Weight:

Mounting:

Operating Temperature Range:

Power Requirement:

Voltage:

Current:

Frequency Selection:

Guard Receiver:

CTCSS squelch/encoder:

DPL digital squelch/encoder:

DTMF encoder:

Audio Outputs:

Speaker Output:

Back Lighting:

25 or 12.5 kHz

Approx. 8.0" X 3.0" X 5.75"

Approx. 5.1 Lbs (2.3 Kg)

Panel Mount via Dzus fasteners

-40°C to +60°C

28.0 Vdc, ± 15%

Receive - 1.0 A Max.

1 Watt Transmit - 2.0 A Max.

8-10 Watt Transmit - 3.2 A Max.

8-10 Watt Dual Transmit - 5 A Max.

200 memories per band programmed with: a) Tx Frequency/Rx Frequency b) Tx/Rx CTCSS tone or DPL code c) 9 character alpha numeric title

2 channels programmed with: a) Tx Frequency/Rx Frequency b) Tx/Rx CTCSS tone or DPL code c) 9 character alpha numeric title

All CTCSS tones available

All standard DPL codes

All standard DTMF tones

0.5 Watts into 600 ohms

2.5 Watts min. into 4 ohms

28 Volts (standard) or 5 Volts (specify)

Display Colour:

1 DPL is a trademark of Motorola Corporation

Green (standard) or Red (specify)

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1.5 TECHNICAL

VHF RECEIVER

Adjacent Channel Selectivity

Spurious Attenuation

Third Order Intermodulation

Image Attenuation

FM Acceptance

Hum and Noise

Audio Distortion

Antenna Conducted Emission

VLO (Low Band VHF) RECEIVER

-75 dB (25 kHz)

-70 dB (12.5 kHz)

-90 dB

-70 dB

-80 dB

± 6 kHz

Better than 45 dB less than 5% less than -70 dBm

Adjacent Channel Selectivity

Spurious Attenuation

Third Order Intermodulation

Image Attenuation

FM Acceptance

Hum and Noise

Audio Distortion

Antenna Conducted Emission

GUARD RECEIVER

All specifications identical to VHF receiver.

-70 dB (25 kHz)

-60 dB (12.5 kHz)

-80 dB

-70 dB

-60 dB

± 6 kHz

Better than 40 dB less than 5% less than -70 dBm

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1.5 TECHNICAL

VHF and VLO TRANSMITTER

RF Power Output 1 watt or 10 watts

Output Impedance

Maximum Deviation

(In narrowband mode)

Spurious Attenuation

Frequency Stability

Microphone Circuit

Sidetone Output

Harmonic Attenuation

FM Hum And Noise

Audio Input

FM Audio Distortion

50 ohms

±5 kHz (25 kHz mode)

±2.5 kHz (12.5kHz mode)

-70 dB below carrier level

±2.5 ppm

Carbon or equivalent

0.5W (max) into 600 ohms

-60 dB below carrier level

-40 dB

50 mV at 2.5 kHz into 200 ohms input circuit for ±3.5 kHz deviation, adjust.

Less than 5%

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SECTION 2 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 FEATURES

The equipment has several important operating features which provide maximum flexibility, performance and versatility. These features include:

1. VHF and VLO bands that can be configured to be operated independently or as a single unit.

2. The unit can be set up as a crossband repeater, linking a VHF and VLO frequency in both directions.

3.

4.

200 memory positions per band which can each be programmed with a transmit and receive frequency with 25 or 12.5 kHz channel spacing, Tx/Rx CTCSS tones or DPL codes and a 9-character alphanumeric title.

2 guard channels which can each be programmed with a Rx frequency with 25 or

12.5 kHz channel spacing, CTCSS Tx tone or DPL code and a 9-character alphanumeric title.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

Scanning of preprogrammed memories with selective memory scanning, in 5 scan lists.

Priority scan of memory channel 1, if desired.

Direct frequency entry mode.

Receive frequency simplex function.

Switchable RF output power between 1 watt and 8-10 watts.

10. Lockout of keyboard to prevent inadvertent entries.

11. Variable frequency mode to manually scan up and down in 2.5 kHz steps.

12. LED display variable dimming mode.

13. Selectable 90 second Tx time out feature.

14. Quick download of any of the VHF memory positions to the guard memories.

15. PC Memory Upload or Download capability.

16.

Configuration Menu - Pressing ENTER, RCL and FUNC together while turning the radio on will put it into configuration mode.The programming features affected are: a) DPL - Can be turned on or off with th MUP and MDN (4 and 7) keys. This only removes the DPL entry step from the programming sequence and does not stop memories that already have DPL codes from working. This also applies to the rest of the on/off configurable items. b) SCAN - Can be disabled. Selecting FUNC and SCAN will do nothing if Scan is off. The scan list indicator (+) will still display if was previously programmed. c) Rx CTCSS - Can be turned on or off from the programming sequence. This affects only the CTCSS tones for receive. d) FUNC 7 - Can be turned on or off. When off, the main memory channel can not be dumped into one of the guard channels using function 7. e) LAST MEM - If set to on, the last memory channel on the display will be what comes up when the radio is turned on. If set to off, the last memory that changes were made to will be what comes up when the unit is switched on. f) DUALMODE -If set to on, the VLO and VHF bands are operated independently and simultaneously. The radio is shipped with this feature OFF.

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www.til.ca g) SIDETONE - The TX audio circuit becomes active allowing you to adjust the sidetone level with the VHF volume knob. When the desired level is reached, press ENTER and this level will be set for both VHF and VLO bands. The factory setting is 23.

Important: You must set the side tone every time you go through the configuration menu since the position of the knob is taken as the new level regardless of whether or not you made an adjustment.

FIGURE 2.1 Operator’s Switches and Controls

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2.2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

(See Figure 2.1)

2.

3.

4.

1.

5.

Switch power on by turning the main volume clockwise. Depending how the radio is configured, either the last programmed or last displayed frequencies will appear on the screen. The transceiver is now in normal operating mode.

Adjust the audio level by adjusting the VHF, VLO and GUARD volume knobs.

Pressing the squelch defeat button will open all receivers to confirm they work.

Read the display. The top line will indicate which VHF memory is selected followed by a "+" if the memory position is included in a scan list, an alphanumeric message, and the frequency of the VHF receiver. A small "n" before the frequency indicates

12.5 kHz narrowband channel spacing is in effect on this memory position. In the receive mode, the frequency is followed by an "RT" if a RX CTCSS tone or RX DPL code is programmed, or an "RX" if no Receive tone/code is programmed. Similarly, in the transmit mode either a "TT" or "TX" is shown after the frequency. The second line shows the same information for the VLO band. The third line indicates information about the VHF guard receiver.

Only TX CTCSS tones or TX DPL codes may be programmed for the guard receiver.

At the beginning of each line, an LED indicates open squelch.

6.

7.

8.

9.

Set the VHF/VLO/GD switch to the desired band.

Set the G1/G2 switch to the desired guard channel.

Set the HI/LO switch to the desired RF output power.

Select the desired memory by using the M.UP and M.DN buttons, or the RCL button and a three digit number followed by ENTER.

10. To transmit DTMF tones, use the keyboard keys while holding the PTT button on the microphone. There is a 5 second PTT delay after pressing a key so that you may press several DTMF keys in sequence without having to hold the PTT. The keyboard returns to its normal function when the PTT is released.

The display always shows the status of both receivers and the transmitter. The light at the left of each line indicates which receiver is receiving. The display also indicates the memory channel in use and the guard channel in use. A "TX" (no TX tone/codes programmed) or

"TT" (either TX tone or code programmed) on the right side of the display indicates which band is active when transmitting. The transmit frequency is also shown. In the receive mode the display shows “RX” beside the receive frequency if no RX tone or DPL code is programmed and “RT” if a CTCSS tone or DPL code is programmed.

While in any programming mode, all receivers continue to function. When the transceiver is in either of the operating frequency or CTCSS tone/DPL code programming modes and you must respond to a call, click the microphone PTT once (the radio will not transmit during this click). This will cause the transceiver to revert back to the normal operating mode and communications with the caller can proceed in the usual fashion.

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2.3 PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS

To program one of the 200 memory channels in one of the bands:

1. Select the desired band on the band select (VHF/VLO/GD) switch. This is required before any of the programming modes or functions.

2. Press the FUNC key. The display will show the function prompt.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

Press the PROG key. The display will show the current receive frequency with a flashing curser on the first or second digit (The first digit is always a one <1> on the VHF band).

Type in the desired receive frequency. If you type in a frequency which is not a 2.5 kHz step, the nearest valid frequency will be automatically selected.

The curser will return to the second digit. You can retype the frequency if you have made an error or press ENTER to continue.

The transmit frequency will be displayed with the curser on the second digit. Follow the same method as in step 3 and 4.

The channel spacing increment of either 25.0 or 12.5 kHz is now displayed. Use the

M.UP and M.DN keys to select the desired channel spacing for the memory position, then press ENTER.

The alpha-numeric title is now displayed. Use the M.UP and M.DN keys to scroll through the alphabet, numbers and symbols. When the desired character is displayed, press ENTER to advance to the next character. Press “1" to backspace.

9. Keep repeating step six until the last space is set. The display will show SCAN or

LOCKOUT to enable this memory position as part of a scan list or lock it out of the scan list. Use the 1,2,3,4,5 and M.DN keys to toggle between these functions (for details see paragraph 2.5). Once the desired condition has been selected, press

ENTER. The TFM-566’s display will show a "+" beside the memory channel number if scan is enabled.

10. The display will now show the current memory number. Type in the 3-digit number of the memory you want to save to (if different from displayed one) and press

ENTER.

11. You now have the option to program the guard frequencies by pressing FUNC or press ENTER to return to normal operating mode.

12. If you pressed FUNC to program the guards, guard"1" transmit frequency will be displayed with the flashing curser on the second digit. Enter the frequencies for guard"1" receive/transmit and guard"2" receive/transmit as in step 3 and 4.

13. The alphanumeric labels for guard"1" and guard"2" are entered the same as in step

7 and 8. When the last character is entered, the radio returns to normal operating mode.

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2.4 PRIORITY SCANNING, SELECTIVE MEMORY CHANNEL SCANNING & SCAN LISTS

Instead of breaking up the 200 channels into blocks for scanning, the TFM-566 has 5 scan lists per band. Any of the 200 channels can be assigned to any one or more of these 5 scan lists. This means the channels do not have to be repeated to be in more than one block and that you are not limited to the number of channels that you can scan at once.

The priority memory channel is always memory position number 1. The priority memory channel is scanned every other step (i.e. 121314151...) to ensure that no incoming messages are missed. The priority channel can be locked out, which will result in the normal scanning of the other memory positions.

Selective memory scanning allows the user to select which of the 200 memory channels are to be scanned or locked out when the scan function is invoked. To use this feature, follow the PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS found in paragraph 2.3. Once the screen displays

SCAN or LOCKOUT, use the 1,2,3,4,5 or M.DN keys to toggle to the desired condition. The

MDN button acts as a clear while pressing one or more of the above numbers adds the memory to the corresponding scan list or lists. Press ENTER when you are happy with your selection. In normal operating mode the display will later show a "+" beside the memory channel number if it has been included in any of the 5 scan lists.

NOTE: Scanning can only be performed on one band (either VHF or VLO) at a time. When the transceiver is in the single mode (combined VHF and VLO audio) and the scan feature has been invoked on one band, it will be interrupted when transmitting on the other band.

In the Dual mode, you are able to transmit on the second band without affecting the scan function on the first.

2.5 SCANNING FUNCTION (5 second talkback delay)

Select the band you wish to scan with the band switch. (you can not scan the guard) To start scanning of the memory channels, press FUNC then SCAN and then the number

(1,2,3,4,5) of the desired scan list.

The radio will scan through all the preset memory positions in the selected scan list (see above paragraph for priority and selective scan features) and will lock on to the first active channel in the scan sequence. It will remain on the channel until it becomes inactive.

Scanning will resume again after five seconds of inactivity. To exit the scan mode, press the SCAN key. This will cause the radio to revert back to the normal operating mode.

If while scanning, you hear a call for you:

1. Respond to the call within 5 seconds. When scanning is interrupted by an incoming signal, the channel will remain open for five seconds before resuming scanning.

2. During communications the five second timer is reset from the last Rx or Tx signal encountered.

The radio resumes scanning once the Rx or Tx activity has ceased for more than five seconds. The SCAN key must be pressed to exit the scan mode.

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2.6 DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY MODE

This mode is designed to facilitate quick frequency selection during emergency and other operational conditions requiring direct operating frequency selection. This operating mode is disabled along with the programming mode when the internal disable jumper is set.

1. When the transceiver is in the normal operating mode, press FUNC and the desired

2.

3. operating frequency i.e. 153.2750.

On the VLO band press FUNC and then 1 and the desired frequency i.e. 73.5500.

You will then be asked for 12.5 or 25.0 kHz channel spacing. Select with MUP or

MDN and press ENTER.

Please note in the above operation, after FUNC and "1" are entered, the LED display will show memory channel "000" and then the remaining digits in the desired frequency are shown as they are entered. No alphanumeric message can be entered in this mode.

Operation on the new frequency occurs in both transmit and receive (simplex only) modes.

If RX or TX CTCSS tones/DPL codes are required they must be programmed in afterwards.

2.7 RECEIVE FREQUENCY SIMPLEX (TALK AROUND) FUNCTION

The receive frequency simplex function allows you to quickly change the transmit frequency, when operating on a split pair (repeater/semi-duplex mode), to the receive frequency to allow direct communications. i.e. If you are transmitting on 152.000 MHz and receiving 152.555 MHz, select VHF on the band select switch and press FUNC then UP to transmit on 152.555 MHz. To return to the split pair condition, you must recall the memory channel again. This is quickly done by pressing M.UP for one step up, then back down one step with the M.DN key.

The keyboard can be locked out so that accidental pressing of keys does not change frequency, etc., unknowingly to the operator. To lock the keyboard, press FUNC then

LOCK. This will disable all keyboard functions (except keyboard unlock) in the receive mode.

The DTMF function during transmit will not be affected. To unlock the keyboard, press and hold the LOCK key for two seconds until the display indicates "UNLOCK".

2.9 VARIABLE FREQUENCY MODE FUNCTION

To enter variable frequency mode, press RCL, 0,0,0, then ENTER or enter a frequency in the direct entry mode described above. The memory channel that you were just in will still be valid but now you can manually adjust the frequency with the M.UP, M.DN, UP and DN keys. The UP and DN keys will make the frequency count up or down in steps of 2.5 kHz.

The M.UP and M.DN keys will make the frequency count up or down in steps of 1 MHz.

You can not change the label. The frequency in this mode is not stored in memory. To exit this mode, recall one of the 200 memory channels (i.e. RCL, 0,0,1). Variable frequency mode is disabled when the internal entry disable jumper is set.

2.10 LED DISPLAY VARIABLE DIMMING MODE

1.

2.

With the transceiver in normal operating mode press the UP or DN keys to increase or decrease the intensity of the LED display.

Once maximum intensity of the display is achieved, the UP key no longer functions.

Conversely, once minimum intensity is reached, the DN key ceases to function.

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2.11 90 SECOND TRANSMITTER TIME OUT FEATURE

A selectable 90 second transmitter time out feature is provided to prevent accidental continuous transmission in the event of a faulty PTT switch. With this feature enabled the transceiver will stop transmitting after the PTT is engaged continuously for 90 seconds. The timer is reset by releasing then re-engaging the PTT switch.

Press the FUNC then the M.UP key. Use the M.UP and M.DN keys to select 90 SEC, which enables the feature, or NONE which disables it.

2.12 QUICK GUARD PROGRAMMING FEATURE

A quick download of any of the 200 VHF memory positions into either of the guard memory positions can be accomplished. Select the memory position whose contents you desire to download to a guard memory. Select either GD1 or GD2 memory channel as desired. Press

FUNC then 7. The guard memory channel will now contain all the same information as the selected memory position. This feature is disabled when the FUNC 7 mode is turned off in the configuration menu.

2.13 PROGRAMMING CTCSS TONES/DPL CODES

CTCSS tones (PL tones) or Digital DPL codes can be assigned to each memory channel. The guard receiver squelch will operate on noise squelch only, but guard 1 and 2 transmit tones or codes can be programmed. To program a tone/code to a memory channel:

1.

2.

Select the desired band on the band select switch.

Use the M.UP and M.DN keys to select the memory channel that you want to assign a CTCSS tone or DPL code.

3.

4.

Press the FUNC key then the TONE key. The display will show "RX TONE:" and the current tone number, as well as the tone frequency in Hz.

Use the M.UP and M.DN keys to select the tone number you require. The following is a list of the available CTCSS tones:

Number Tone Number Tone Number Tone

01 67.0 177.3*

02 71.9 183.5*

03 74.4 189.9*

04 77.0 196.6*

05 79.7 199.5*

06 82.5 31 192.8 56 206.5*

07 85.4 210.7*

08 88.5 218.1*

09 91.5 225.7*

10 94.8 229.1*

11 97.4 36 37.9* 61 233.6*

12 100.0 241.8*

13 103.5 250.3*

14 107.2

15 110.9 40 49.2*

Tone

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6.

7.

8.

9.

16 114.8

(The tones marked with * are nonstandard tones).

43 54.9*

44 56.8*

20 131.8

21 136.5 46 63.0*

47 69.4*

48 159.8*

49 165.5*

50 171.3*

Press ENTER. "TX TONE" appears on the display. Repeat step 3.

Press ENTER. "G1 TONE" appears on the display. Repeat step 3.

Press ENTER. "G2 TONE" appears on the display. Repeat step 3 and press ENTER.

The display will now show "RX DPL:" and the current 3-digit DPL code. If no DPL code is required "000" should be entered. Please note that if a DPL code is to be programmed a CTCSS tone should not be enabled.

Use the keypad to enter the required octal 3-digit DPL (Digital Coded Squelch or

DCS) code. A list of all usable and unique octal 3-digit DPL/DCS codes follows:

122*

025 054 125 165 245 274*

026 065 131 172 246*

445 506 627 732

516 631 734

031 071 132 174 251 311 365 452*

315 371 454*

036* 073 143 212* 255* 325* 411 455* 532 662

047 114 152 225*

050*

223 261 331 412 462*

413 464 565 703

115 155 226 265 343 423 465 606 712

• indicates GE Digital Coded Squelch (DCS) Code

10. Press ENTER. "TX DPL" appears on the display. Repeat step 9.

11. Press ENTER. "G1 DPL" appears on the display. Repeat step 9.

12. Press ENTER. "G2 DPL" appears on the display. Repeat step 9 and press ENTER.

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2.14 PC MEMORY PROGRAMMING UP/DOWNLOAD CAPABILITY

The TFM-566 transceiver can be programmed by a Windows based personal computer using

Technisonic software supplied on CD with each TFM-566.

Requirements:

1. PC compatible computer with a CD ROM drive, running Windows 95/98 /NT/2000

/ME/XP.

2. Bench power supply of 28 volts DC.

3. PC download cable, P/N 993390-1 which can be supplied or made from the wiring diagram at the back of this section.

Connections:

1. With the PC turned off, plug the 25 pin male 'D' connector into a serial port.

2. Plug the 9 pin 'D' connector into the back of the TFM-566 transceiver.

3. Connect the power supply to the TFM-566.

Installing the MultiTDP Program:

The CD supplied with each radio contains software for all of Technisonic’s downloadable transceivers. Place the CD into your drive and use Windows Explorer to open the MultiTDP directory on the CD. Double click the MultiTDP_Install.exe file. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the program onto your hard drive. When the program is installed, it can be run by selecting Programs from your Start menu, then select Technisonic from the submenu and finally MultiTDP.

Using the MultiTDP Program:

With the program running on your computer, a full MultiTDP instruction manual can be loaded by selecting Documentation in PDF format under the Help menu. Otherwise, to get started, pull down the File menu and select TFM-566. The program defaults to serial port com1 but can be set to com2, 3 or 4 under the Com Port menu. The program is now ready to use. You may want to upload data from the radio and edit channels or start a new data file. The VHF and VLO bands are treated as separate radios and must be up or downloaded and edited separately. Editing is done on a channel by channel basis. Set the channel number you would like to edit and then modify the frequencies, labels, CTCSS tones, DPL codes, wide / narrow band setting and scan lists as desired. Press the Save Record button to store the changes you’ve made to the database below. After you have edited the channel list your can save your changes to disk and/or download to the radio. Only channels selected with a check mark will download.

It is recommended to use the Select All command in the Data Transfer menu to ensure the data base in the radio matches the one in the PC. When download is selected, a message box will appear on your screen asking you to press FUNC and DN on the radio. Press these buttons on the radio before you click OK in the message box, otherwise the download will fail.

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TFM-566 Upload/Download Programming Cable

P/N 993390-1 Wiring Diagram

Note: If your serial port is a 9 pin connector, instead of the 25 pin use a female 9 pin D connector, connecting:

Yellow - pin 3

Blue - pin

Black -

FIGURE 2.2 TFM-566 Transceiver PC Up/Download Cable - wiring diagram

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SECTION 3 – INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 GENERAL

This section contains information and instructions for the correct installation of the TFM-

566, VHF/FM Transceiver. Make certain that the correct frequencies are pre-programmed in accordance with the equipment user's valid FCC operator's license, prior to installation.

3.2 EQUIPMENT PACKING LOG

Unpack the equipment and check for any damage that may have occurred during transit.

Save the original shipping container for returns due to damage or warranty claims. Check that each item on the packing slip has been shipped in the container. Verify that the equipment display and backlighting configuration are the same as those ordered.

3.3 TRANSCEIVER INSTALLATION

The TFM-566 transceiver is designed to be Dzus mounted and should be installed in conjunction with a IN-550 installation kit. See Figure 3.1 for an outline drawing of the unit with dimensions to facilitate the installation.

3.4 INSTALLATION KIT - CONTENTS

The IN-550 installation kit consists of:

1.

2.

3.

One 15 pin Cannon D mating connector (female) complete with crimp pins and hood.

One 9 pin Cannon D mating connector (male) complete with crimp pins and hood.

Three BNC antenna mating RF connectors (male).

3.5 ANTENNA INSTALLATION

Antenna, Comant P/N CI-292-3 or suitable equivalent may be utilized for VHF and the

Foxtronics model FLX-6688B antenna and tuning system for the VLO band. A suitable whip antenna cut for a specific VLO frequency may also be used. The antenna should be mounted on the bottom of the aircraft whenever possible. Consult with instructions provided with the antennas. Connect RF cables from antennas to the back of the TFM-566 unit by utilizing the BNC connectors provided in the installation kit. The VLO connector is located on the rear, above the 15-pin D connector and the VHF connector is below the 9-pin

D.

3.6 INSTALLATION – PIN LOCATIONS AND CONNECTIONS

The pin numbers and locations for the 15 pin and 9 pin Cannon D located on the rear of the

TFM-566 transceiver are shown below. Pin connections are in provided in TABLE 3.1.

FIGURE 3-0 Transceiver mounted view of 15-pin female and 9-pin male connector

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FIGURE 3.1 Outline Drawing for Model TFM-566 Series Transceivers

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3.6 INSTALLATION - PIN LOCATIONS AND CONNECTIONS

(continued)

15-Pin D Connections - Use FEMALE Connector

Pin #

10

11

12

13

14

15

5

6

7

8

9

1

2

3

4

Description

600 Ohm Output 1

Data Output

Panel Lighting (28VDC or 5VAC)

Memory Up

Memory Down

Mic Signal Input 1

Main Power +28VDC

Main Ground

4 ohm Speaker Output

4 ohm/600 ohm Output Ground

Data Input

DF Audio

PTT 1 (Ground Keying)

Main Power +28VDC

Main Ground

9-Pin D Connections - Use MALE Connector

Pin #

5

6

7

8

9

1

2

3

4

Description

600 Ohm Output 2

PTT 2 (Ground Keying)

Reset

Background Debug Signal

Ground

Programming Voltage In

Serial Data Out

Serial Data In

Mic Signal Input 2

TABLE 3.1 Wire connections on a 15-and 9-pin D-Connector

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FIGURE 3.2 Wiring connections for the TFM-566 Transceiver

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1

1

1

1

1

2

3

4

6

TFM-566

CI-293-3

7274-11-5

ATC-550

7274-11-2

DESCRIPTION

VHF/VLO FM COMMUNICATIONS TRANSCEIVER.

ANTENNA – VHF FM BENT WHIP

CIRCUIT BREAKER, 5 AMPS

ANTENNA TUNER CONTROLLER

CIRCUIT BREAKER, 2 AMPS

SPEC

TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LTD

COMANT

KLUXON

TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LTD

FOXTRONICS

KLUXON

MATERIAL

NOTES:

1)

ALL WIRE IAW MIL-W-22759 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.

2)

ALL CABLE IAW MIL-C-27500 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.

3)

COAXIAL CABLE IAW MIL-C-17 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. DO NOT USE COAX WITH PVC INSULATION.

4)

FABRICATION & INSTALLATION OF WIRING HARNESS IAW AC 43.13-1B CHAPTER 11

5)

GROUNDING AND BONDING IAW AC 43.13-1B CHAPTER 11, SECTION 15.

6)

ALL SINGLE WIRE TO BE #22 AWG MINIMUM AND ALL SHIELDED WIRES TO BE #24 AWG MINIMUM, UNLESS OTHERWISE

SPECIFIED.

INSTALLATION OF ANTENNA IAW AC 43.13-1B CHAPTER 4, SECTION 4, CHAPTERS 6 & 7, AND AC 43.13-2A CHAPTER 3.

IF POSSIBLE, THE ANTENNA SHOULD BE LOCATED A MINIMUM OF 12 FT FROM AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION RECEIVER ANTENNAS AND

A MINIMUM OF 4 FEET FROM AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATIONS AND ELT ANTENNAS. BE CAREFUL NOT TO CHOSE SEPARATIONS

THAT CLOSELY APROXIMATE 1/4 OR 1/2 OR WHOLE NUMBER MULTIPLES OF THE NAVIGATION OR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM

WAVELENGTH.

AN EQUIVALENT CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE MAY BE USED.

THE MEMORY UP/DOWN PUSH BUTTONS ARE OPTIONAL.

THE TFM-566 IS AVAILABLE WITH 28V OR 5V PANEL LIGHTING. CHECK THE CONFIGURATION CONTROL LABEL FOR THE CORRECT

VOLTAGE.

CONNECT TO THE APPROPRIATE AIRCRAFT DIMMING BUSS.

CONNECT TO THE AIRCRAFT AUDIO SYSTEM OR STAND-ALONE HEADSET JACKS.

INSTALLATION OF TRANSCEIVER IAW AC 43.13-1B CHAPTER 4, SECTION 4 AND AC 43.13-2A, CHAPTER 2. PR 3 1/2 DZUS RAIL OR

EQUIVALENT MAY BE USED.

14)

TEST THE SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POST-INSTALLATION TEST PROCEDURE IN THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL.

15)

REFER TO THE AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL REPAIR MANUAL AND THE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND

INFORMATION PERTINENT TO THIS INSTALLATION.

16)

THE USE OF RED DISPLAYS SHOULD BE MINIMIZED OR AVOIDED SO AS NOT TO DETRACT FROM THE ATTENTION GETTING

CHARACTERISTICS NEEDED IN WARNING AND CAUTION ANNUNCIATORS. RED SHOULD BE USED TO ANNUNCIATE EMERGENCY

CONDITIONS REQUIRING IMMEDIATE RESPONSE BY THE FLIGHT CREW. UNITS WITH RED DISPLAYS SHOULD NOT BE LOCATED

IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO WARNING AND CAUTION ANNUNCIATORS. THE INSTALLATION OF UNITS WITH RED DISPLAYS MUST BE

EVALUATED ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS TO ENSURE THAT THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE WARNING AND CAUTION

ANNUNCIATORS IS NOT ADVERSELY AFFECTED.

ONLY USED IF THE TRANSCEIVER WILL BE OPERATED IN DUAL MODE. (OPERATION OF 2 BANDS INDEPENDENTLY)

INSTALL ANTENNA TUNER AND ANTENNA TUNER CONTROLLER IAW AC 43.13-1B CHAPTER 4, SECTION 4 AND AC 43.13-2A

CHAPTER 2.

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REFER TO ANTENNA TUNER AND ANTENNA TUNER CONTROLLER INSTALLATION MANUALS FOR MORE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS.

FIGURE 3.2 Wiring connections for the TFM-566 Transceiver (continued)

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Figure 3.2 shows all required connections and recommended wire sizes for the TFM-

566Transceiver.

The main power +28VDC (±15%) is connected to pins 7 and 14 of the transceiver. Both pins should be connected.

Ground

Ground connections are made on pins 8 and 15. Both pins should be connected.

3.7.3 PTT (Ground Keying)

The PTT line is connected to pin 13 and should be floating when the transceiver is in receive mode, and grounded during transmit mode. The PTT2 input is on pin 2 of the 9 pin connecter.

3.7.4 Front Panel Back Lighting

Front panel back lighting connection should be made on pin 3 of the transceiver. The opposite end of this lead should be connected to the panel lighting system of the aircraft.

Before connecting, verify the required panel lighting voltage (28 VDC or 5VAC) on the transceiver configuration control label.

3.7.5 Audio Outputs (600 ohms and 4 Ohms)

There are two audio outputs available (1 & 2). 600 ohm audio output 1 has audio from both bands and the guard in single operator mode. When in dual operator mode, 600 ohm output

1 has audio from the VHF band and guard only while the VLO audio will be on the 600 ohm output 2.

3.7.6 Audio Output Ground

Pin 10 is the ground for both the 4 ohm and 600 ohm audio output signals.

3.7.7 Mic Signal Input

The microphone input signal is to be provided on pin 6, utilizing shielded wire with the shield grounded to pin 10. Microphone signal 2 is on pin 6 of the 9-pin D connector.

3.7.8 Memory Up/Memory Down

Remote scrolling through the 200 memory positions can be achieved by providing a ground to pins 4 (up) and 5 (down) through a momentary contact cyclic switch. The memories will scroll only on the band selected.

Input

Data communications equipment requiring direct access to the VHF modulator and discriminator and can be connected via pins 2 and 11. Data cannot be transmitted in

CANADA unless equipment is approved for use with the TFM-566 by the communications regulatory authority.

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3.8 INTERNAL PROGRAMMING AND GUARD ENABLE/DISABLE JUMPER

The programming and direct frequency entry modes can be disabled by removing the internal enable/disable jumper strap from pins 1 and 2 of J10. Removal of this jumper will prevent operation on any frequencies other than those programmed in the 400 memory positions and two guard receiver memory positions. Removal of the guard receiver programming enable /disable jumper strap from pins 1 and 2 of J11 will totally disable the operator’s ability to re-program the 2 guard receiver channels.

2.

3.

The transceiver is always shipped with the two jumpers in the entry enable positions. To place either of the jumpers in the disable position:

1. Remove the left side of the radio.

Set or remove jumpers as necessary.

Re-install the left side cover.

Microprocessor Control Unit (MCU) PCB Module:

FIGURE 3.3 Internal Enable/Disable Jumper Locations

(The Guard Entry Disable Jumper has no effect to the TFM-556)

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3.9 TRANSMITTER POWER ADJUSTMENTS

The transmitter power is adjusted to a maximum of 10 watts in high power mode and 1 watt in low power mode over the transceiver operating bandwith at the factory. If transmitter RF power re-adjustment is required, perform as follows:

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Select the band that you wish to adjust on the band select switch.

Connect an RF through-line wattmeter to the appropriate antenna connector. Set the operating frequency to 156.000 MHz for VHF or 71.000 MHz for VLO and key the transmitter.

In low power mode, set the low power adjustment potentiometer on the left side of the chassis to produce 1.0 watt of RF output power (See Figure 3.3).

In high power mode, set high power adjustment potentiometer on the left side of the chassis to produce 9.5 watts of RF output power.

Verify that the RF output power is between 9 and 10 watts on 138.000 MHz and

174.000 MHz for VHF or 66.000 MHz and 88.000 MHz for VLO.

3.10 TRANSMITTER MICROPHONE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Set the transceiver operating frequency to 156.000 MHz and connect an appropriate test receiver to the RF output connector. Ensure that the output of the transceiver is terminated into a proper dummy load.

Key the transmitter and input a -10 dBm (0.25 VRMS), 1 kHz audio signal into the microphone input.

Adjust the microphone level potentiometer (Mic Level 1) through the access hole located on the right side of the chassis (see Figure 3.4) to produce a 2.7 kHz deviation.

Verify that the deviation is at least 2.3 kHz on the following frequencies: 138.000

MHz, 162.000 MHz and 174.000 MHz.

For VLO, perform the same procedure using the Mic Level 2 pot on the left side of the transceiver and use the following frequencies: 66.000 MHz, 71.000 MHz and

88.000 MHz.

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FIGURE 3.4 External Adjustment Access Holes

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3.11 SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT

The squelch circuit is designed to open or close depending upon the noise content and not the strength of the received signal. Therefore high squelch settings are not necessary nor possible. The squelch on both the VHF and VLO receivers is factory set to open at approximately 22 dB SINAD, while the guard receiver is set to open at 25 dB SINAD. The range of adjustability is approximately 3 to 27 dB SINAD. This adjustment can be made or altered to suit local conditions as follows:

1.

2.

3.

Set the receiver to 157.000 MHz for VHF or 71.000 MHz for VLO. Connect a signal generator to the antenna input of the desired band.

Set the signal generator to produce a ±3 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz tone on

157.000 MHz or 71.000 MHz. Increase the signal generator RF level from 0 uV until the squelch indicator LED is on. Verify the squelch opens at the desired level.

If not, re-adjust receiver squelch potentiometer through the access hole located on the bottom or side of the transceiver chassis (see Figure 3.4).

3.12 TRANSMITTER DEVIATION ADJUSTMENT

VHF:

1. Remove the bottom cover of the transceiver.

2. Set the VHF operating frequency to 157.000 MHz and connect an appropriate test receiver to the RF output connector. Ensure that the output of the transceiver is terminated into a proper dummy load.

3.

4.

5.

Key the transmitter and input a +10 dBm (2.5 VRMS), 2.5 kHz audio signal into microphone input 1.

Adjust the wideband deviation limit potentiometer, R30 on the VHF Rx/Tx module

(see Figure 3.5) to produce a ±4.25 kHz deviation. Select narrow band mode on the

VHF band and adjust the narrowband deviation limit potentiometer, R76 on the VHF

Rx/Tx module to produce a ±2.15 kHz deviation.

Verify that the deviation does not exceed ±5 kHz for wideband and ±2.5 kHz for narrowband on 138.000 MHz, and 174.000 MHz. Re-adjust R30 or R76 as required, if the deviation exceeds ±5 kHz or ±2.5 kHz, respectively.

Replace the bottom cover.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

VLO:

1.

6.

7.

Remove the top cover of the transceiver.

Unplug the white coax from the guard receiver and remove the front panel.

Remove the guard receiver tray.

Replace the front panel and select the VLO band.

Set the VLO operating frequency to 71.000 MHz and connect an appropriate test receiver to the RF output connector. Ensure that the output of the transceiver is terminated into a proper dummy load.

Key the transmitter and input a +10 dBm (2.5 VRMS), 2.5 kHz audio signal into microphone input 1 if in single mode or microphone input 2 if in dual mode.

Adjust the wideband deviation limit potentimeter, R21 on the VLO Rx/Tx module

(see Figure 3.6) to produce a ±4.25 kHz deviation. Select narrow band mode on the

VLO band and adjust the narrowband deviation limit potentimeter, R16 on the VLO

Rx/Tx module to produce a ±2.15 kHz deviation.

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Verify that the deviation does not exceed ±5 kHz for wideband and ±2.5 kHz for narrowband on 66.000 MHz, and 88.000 MHz. Re-adjust R21 or R16 as required, if the deviation exceeds ±5 kHz or ±2.5 kHz, respectively.

Replace the bottom cover.

VHF Receiver/Transmitter PCB Module

Notes: R30 is for 25 kHz (wideband) Deviation Adjustment

R76 is for 12.5 kHz (narrowband) Deviaton Adjustment

FIGURE 3.5 VHF Deviation Adjustment Potentiometer Location

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VLO Receiver/Transmitter PCB Module

Notes: R21 is for 25 kHz (wideband) Deviation Adjustment

R16 is for 12.5 kHz (narrowband) Deviaton Adjustment

FIGURE 3.6 VLO Deviation Adjustment Potentiometer Location

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PURPOSE

APPENDIX - POST INSTALLATION EMI TEST

The purpose of this test is to identify any interference that the TFM-566 may cause with existing aircraft systems. As the TFM-566 installation may include the ATC-550 antenna tuner controller, this test, as required, will also identify any interference caused by the ATC-

550.

TEST CONDITIONS

The TFM-566 transceiver and any accessories (e.g. ATC-550) should be installed and function tested. The antenna VSWR should be checked. A forward/reverse power check with a in-line wattmeter should show no more than 10% reflected power. For the following tests, insure that the power switch is in the high position.

METHODOLOGY

Most of the EMI tests can be accomplished on the ground. In some cases flight testing is required or is easier. If the aircraft is approved for IFR operations, then it is mandatory that interference between the TFM-566 Airborne FM and the approach aids be checked in flight.

The GPS should be operational and navigating with at least the minimum compliment of satellites. The VHF comm should be set to the frequencies indicated with the squelch open.

VOR/DME receivers should be set to the frequencies indicated and selected for display If possible, set up a DME ramp test set on the frequencies indicated and adjust the output until the flags are out of view. The transponder and encoder should be monitored with ramp test equipment. Set the output of the transponder test set to 3db above the output necessary to achieve 90% reply. If possible set the ADF to a nearby navigation station.

Modulate the TFM-566 transmitter on the indicated frequencies for at least 20 seconds.

Observe the GPS for any degradation in satellite status or availability or flags. Listen for any noise or detected audio signals on the VHF comm(s). Listen for any noise or detected audio signals on the VOR/LOC receiver audio; look for any moment of flags or needles on the

VOR/LOC/GS navigation display(s). Observe the transponder for any loss of reply or spurious reply.

List the power plant, fuel and other electric instruments in the chart provided and note any anomalies that occur while transmitting. Assess the results.

If the aircraft is equipped with an autopilot or a stability augmentation system, then test fly the aircraft and verify that operation of the TFM-566 transceiver does not have adverse effects on these systems. After checking for gross effects at a safe altitude, fly an approach with each of the different navigation systems coupled to the autopilot (ILS, GPS

ETC.) and look for any anomalies.

When the installation includes the ATC-550 antenna tuner controller, this test, where indicated by an asterisk (*), will also identify any interference caused by the ATC-550. In these cases the ATC-550 must be turned on and off by means of its breaker as often as required while monitoring the victim equipment.

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RESULTS

If the installed system passes all of the applicable EMI tests, then no further action is required. If interference is observed then the interference must be assessed against the appropriate standards of airworthiness for the system in question. For example it is permissible for a VFR certified GPS to lose navigation capability while the TFM-566 unit is transmitting, providing that it recovers properly and promptly, but it is not permissible for an

IFR Approach certified GPS to be affected in the same way. A complete discussion of all the standards of airworthiness to be applied in assessing EMI effects is beyond the scope of this document.

PROCEDURE

A. Operate the TFM-566 transmitter on the following frequency for at least 20 seconds.

Observe the GPS for any degradation in satellite status or availability or flags.

FREQUENCIES GPS #1 GPS #2

TFM-566

87.6850 MHz

87.6875 MHz

143.180 MHz

143.1825 MHz

157.5000 MHz

157.5425 MHz

NOTES:

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B. Determine if the image frequency for the VHF Comm falls within the range of the TFM-566.

If so, select a set of frequencies that will cause the TFM-566 to be set as close as possible to the image frequency. Any one of the many possible sets will suffice. Record those values in the spaces provided in the following chart. Modulate the TFM-566 transmitter on the following frequencies for at least 20 seconds. Listen for any noise or detected audio signals on the VHF comm.

Example - Bendix/King KY 196A:

The first IF frequency is 11.4 MHz. The L.O. is above the received frequency (high side injection), therefore the image frequency is 22.8 MHZ above the selected frequency. Set the KY 196A to 120.000 MHz and the TFM-566 to 142.8000 MHz.

Note: Where indicated by an asterisk (*), required action is to switch ATC-550 on and off as often as necessary.

FREQUENCIES RESULTS

VHF #1 TFM-566

132.000 66.0000

135.975 67.9875

135.975 138.0000

PASS FAIL

121.150 157.5000

131.250 157.5000

128.000 *

Image:

FREQUENCIES RESULTS

VHF #2 TFM-566 PASS

132.000 66.0000

135.975 67.9875

135.975 138.0000

121.150 157.5000

131.250 157.5000

NOTES:

128.000 *

Image:

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C.

Determine if the image frequency for the VOR/ILS Nav falls within the range of the TFM-

566. If so, select two sets of frequencies that will cause the TFM-566 to be set as close as possible to the image frequency. Chose one set in the localizer frequency range, and one in the VOR frequency range. Record those values in the spaces provided in the following chart. Modulate the TFM-566 transmitter on the following frequencies for at least 20 seconds. Listen for any noise or detected audio signals on the receiver audio; look for any moment of flags or needles on the navigation display.

(Note: Where indicated by an asterisk (*), required action is to switch ATC-550 on and off as often as necessary.)

FREQUENCIES RESULTS

VOR/ILS #1 TFM-566 PASS FAIL

108.000 162.0000

108.100 162.1500

112.000 *

Image:

FREQUENCIES RESULTS

VOR/ILS #2 TFM-566 PASS

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108.000 162.0000

108.100 162.1500

112.000 *

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D. Modulate the TFM-566 transmitter on the following frequencies for at least 20 seconds.

Observe the Glideslope displays. Look for any movement of flags or needles on the navigation display.

FREQUENCIES RESULTS

G/S #1

334.7 (108.1)

334.7 (108.1)

334.7 (108.1)

TFM-566

66.9400

83.6750

167.3500

PASS FAIL

FREQUENCIES RESULTS

G/S #2 TFM-566 PASS FAIL

334.7 (108.1)

334.7 (108.1)

66.9400

83.6750

334.7 (108.1) 167.3500

NOTES:

E. Operate the TFM-566 transmitter on the following frequency for at least 20 seconds.

Observe the Transponder for any spurious replys or loss of reply to test set.

FREQUENCIES TRANSPONDER #1 TRANSPONDER #2

TFM-566 PASS FAIL PASS FAIL

85.0000 MHz

85.8350 MHz

171.6650 MHz

171.6700 MHz

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F. Modulate the TFM-566 transmitter on the following frequencies for at least 20 seconds.

Observe the DME displays. Look for loss of distance information on the display.

FREQUENCIES RESULTS

DME 1

978 (108.0)

978 (108.0)

1020 (112.1)

1020 (112.1)

TFM-566

81.5000

163.0000

85.0000

170.0000

PASS FAIL

FREQUENCIES RESULTS

DME 2

978 (108.0)

978 (108.0)

1020 (112.1)

1020 (112.1)

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81.5000

163.0000

85.0000

170.0000

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While turning the ATC-550 on and off as often as required, listen for any noise or detected audio signals on the HF receiver audio.

Frequencies RESULTS

HF #1 PASS FAIL

16 MHz

Frequencies RESULTS

HF #2 PASS FAIL

16 MHz

NOTE:

For the following tests, select a frequency at the top, middle and bottom of each band of the

TFM-566 transceiver.

138 to 174 MHZ Band 66 to 88 MHZ Band

Frequency #1

Frequency #2

Frequency #3

I.

H. At a safe altitude engage the autopilot or stability augmentation system. Modulate the TFM-

566 transmitter on the above frequencies for at least 20 seconds. Observe any effect on the autopilot or stability augmentation system.

Observations:

Perform a coupled ILS approach to the aircraft's certified limits. Modulate the TFM-566 transmitter on the above frequencies for at least 20 seconds. Observe any effect on the autopilot. Repeat for second flight director/autopilot if equipped.

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List the power plant, fuel and other electric instruments in the chart provided and note any anomalies that occur while transmitting or switching the ATC-550 on and off. Assess the results.

1

2

3

4 VG

5

6

Com 1&2

(VLO 66-88 MHz Band)

Transponder & Encoder

(VHF 138-174 MHz Band)

ADF 1 & 2

Glideslope 1&2

(VLO 66-88 MHz Band)

VOR/LOC 1&2

(VLO 66-88 MHz Band)

8 Compass

10

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Amps

12

Bus Voltage

13

Fuel %

14

Nt

15

TOT

16

Torque %

17

Annunciators

18

Digital Clock

19

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Technisonic Industries Limited

240 Traders Blvd., Mississauga, ON Canada L4Z 1W7

Tel: (905) 890-2113 Fax: (905) 890-5338

IMPORTANT

WARRANTY

All communication equipment manufactured by Technisonic Industries Limited is warranted to be free of defects in Material or Workmanship under normal use for a period of one year from Date of Purchase by the end user.

Warranty will only apply to equipment installed by a factory approved and/or authorized facility in accordance with Technisonic published installation instructions. Equipment falling under the following is not covered by warranty:

• equipment that has been repaired or altered in any way as to affect performance,

• equipment that has been subject to improper installation,

• equipment that has been used for purposes other than intended,

• equipment that has been involved in any accident, fire, flood, immersion or subject to any other abuse.

Expressly excluded from this warranty are changes or charges relating to the removal and re-installation of equipment from the aircraft. Technisonic will repair or replace (at

Technisonic's discretion) any defective transceiver (or part thereof) found to be faulty during the Warranty Period.

Faulty equipment must be returned to Technisonic (or its authorized Warranty Depot) with transportation charges prepaid. Repaired (or replacement) equipment will be returned to the customer with collect freight charges. If the failure of a transceiver occurs within the first 30 days of service, Technisonic will return the repaired or replacement equipment prepaid.

Technisonic reserves the right to make changes in design, or additions to, or improvements in its products without obligation to install such additions and improvements in equipment previously manufactured. This Warranty is in lieu of any and all other warranties express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness, and of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of Technisonic.

This Warranty shall not be transferable or assignable to any other persons, firms or corporations.

For warranty registration please complete the on-line

Warranty Registration Form found at www.til.ca.

MODEL TFM-566

Airborne VHF High/Low band FM Transceiver

Technisonic VHF High/Low band FM Airborne Transceiver

The Technisonic TFM-566 airborne VHF High/Low band FM transceiver utilizes state of the art frequency synthesis techniques to provide FM communications on every currently available channel within the General Radio Service

VHF/FM High Band and VHF/FM Low Band (66-88 MHz). The VHF High band module covers from 138 to 174 MHz in 2.5 KHz increments while the VHF Low band module covers from 66 to 88 MHz also in 2.5 KHz steps. Operating frequencies and other related data are presented on a 96 character, four line LED matrix display, which is available in either red or green. The TFM-566 can be installed as a single transceiver operating in VHF High or VHF Low mode through a single audio controller FM input, or can be installed as FM1 and FM2 enabling simultaneous operation on both bands. Additionally, this transceiver can operate as a cross band repeater. The cross band function is front panel controlled and requires only 2 key stokes to enable or disable. All data entry and control commands are entered via an enhanced 12 button keypad conveniently situated on the face panel.

The TFM-566 can be operated in the Direct Entry or Simplex mode by simply keying in the desired operating frequency. It can also function without restriction on any split frequency pair within either band. This unit features

400 preset memory positions (200 VHF High and 200 VHF Low) each capable of storing a receive frequency, a transmit frequency, a separate CTCSS tone for each receive and transmit frequency, an alpha numeric identifier for each channel and a DPL or DCS coded squelch identifier for each channel. The TFM-566 provides for either 25 kHz wide band or 12.5 kHz narrow band operation on any or all of it’s 400 preset channels. An upload/download function allows the operator to download channel information from a PC, or upload stored data from the transceiver to a PC. Supporting software is supplied with each unit. Information stored in the transceiver’s memory is available for instant recall by keypad entry, or by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons which allows an operator to scroll through all preset channels. The TFM-566 transceiver features a synthesized two channel VHF

High guard receiver, a DTMF encoder for signaling during transmit, and a scan function which will scan any or all of the frequencies stored in up to five scan lists. A remote control head is offered (RC-566) which provides for slaved operation of the main transceiver from a remote location, allowing for a second position in the aircraft to exercise frequency control. Both VHF High and VHF Low operating frequency as well as Guard selection and operating frequency can be controlled from the “rem ote” position. Active frequency is displayed on both remote and local displays.

The TFM-566 transceiver is panel mounted (Dzus) and completely self contained in a 8.0 x 3.75 x 5.75 inch chassis weighing just 5.1 pounds. Front panel controls are VLo for VHF Low band main channel volume; VHF for

VHF High band main channel volume, GUARD for guard channel volume; a VHF/VLo Band transmit select switch, a

MN/GD switch for main or guard transmitter selection; a G1/G2 switch for guard 1 or guard 2 receive and transmit select; and a HI/LO switch for control of transmitter power output. Hi power is 10 Watts output, low power is 1 Watt output. This transceiver offers 28 volt DC back lighting as standard, (5 Volt AC as an option) which is controlled by the aircraft dimmer bus. Display brightness is controlled from the front panel keypad. The “remote control” function is via a separate 9 pin Cannon D submin connector located on the rear panel of the TFM-566 transceiver.

External access for mic gain and sidetone level adjust provide for easy installation and setup for optimum performance. The small size and light weight (5.1 lbs., 2.4 Kg) of the TFM-566 Dual Band transceiver makes this radio ideally suited to helicopter installations. Technisonic FM radios are compliant with RTCA DO-160C categories relating to Vibration, Overpressure, Humidity, Temperature and Altitude, Magnetic Effect, Power Input,

Voltage Spike, Decompression, and RF Emission (including DO-160C, Section 21, Category Z). FCC and IC approval not available on VHF Lo band.

TFM-566 General Specifications

Frequency Range

Tuning increments

Operating Mode

Channel spacing

Memory positions

Dimensions

Weight

Temperature range

Altitude

Power requirement

Certification

RTCA DO-160C Env Cat

Guard receiver

CTCSS squelch capability

DPL/DCS capability

DTMF encoder

Audio output

Speaker output

Back lighting

VHF Hi Module

138.000 MHz to 174.000 Mhz

2.5 KHz

F3E simplex or semi-duplex

12.5 KHz, 25 KHz or 30 KHz as per applicable FCC and DOC spec.

200 channels

(Overall TFM-566 dual band transceiver)

5.1 Lbs (2.4 Kg) total

-45 o

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0

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50,000 ft

28 VDC±15%

Receive – 1.2 amps max.

1 Watt transmit - 2.2 amps max.

10 Watts transmit – 3.4 amps max.

10 Watts Dual band transmit - 5.0 amps max.

FCC and IC Type approved

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2 channel synthesized encodes/decodes all 64 available tones

All available digital squelch codes

All standard DTMF tones supported

500 mW into 600 Ohms

2.5 Watts into 4 ohms

28V (standard) or 5V (specify)

250mA max. @ 28V

VHF Lo Module

66.000 MHz to 88.000 Mhz

2.5 KHz

F3E simplex or semi-duplex

12.5 KHz, 20 KHz or 25 KHz

200 channels

Approx 8.0 in x 3.75 in x 5.75 in

-45 o

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0

C

50,000 ft

28 VDC±15%

Receive – 1.2 amps max

1 Watt transmit - 2.2 amps max.

10 Watts transmit – 3.4 amps max.

FCC and IC approval not available

2 channel synthesized encodes/decodes all 64 available tones encodes/decodes all avail digital sq codes

All standard DTMF tones supported

500 mW into 600 Ohms

2.5 Watts into 4 ohms

28V (standard) or 5V (specify)

250mA max. @ 28V

500mA Max. @ 5V

Green (standard), red (optional)

500mA Max. @ 5V

Display Green (standard), red (optional)

Minimum Performance Specifications

Main receiver

Sensitivity at 12 dB SINAD Better than 0.35 microvolts

Adjacent channel

Spurious attenuation

Third order intermod

Image attenuation

FM acceptance

Hum and noise

-75 dB for 25 kHz, -70 dB for 12.5 kHz

-90 dB

-70 dB

-80 dB

+ 6 Khz

Better than 45 dB

Better than 0.35 microvolts

-75 dB for 25 kHz, -70 dB for 12.5 kHz

-90 dB

-70 dB

-70 dB

+ 6 Khz

Better than 45 dB

Audio distortion

Ant conducted emission

Guard receiver

Less than 5%

Less than -70 dBm

Less than 5%

Less than -70 dBm

2 channel Guard operates on the VHF high band. All specifications identical to main receiver.

Transmitter

RF power output 1 Watt or 10 Watts 1 Watt or 10 Watts

Output impedance

Maximum deviation

Spurious attenuation

Frequency stability

Microphone circuit

Sidetone output

Harmonic attenuation

FM hum and noise

Audio input

50 Ohms

Limited to 2.5 kHz for 12.5 kHz channels and 5 Khz for 25 kHz & 30 kHz channels

-90 dB below carrier level

+0.00025%

Carbon or equivalent

500 mw (max) into 600 ohms

-60 dB below carrier level

-40 dB

50 mV at 2.5 kHz into 200 ohm circuit for +3.5 kHz deviation, (25 kHz mode).

50 mV AT 2.5 kHz into 200 ohm circuit for

+2.0 Khz (12.5 kHz mode), adjustable

Audio distortion Less than 5%

Note:

Specifications are subject to change without notice

DPL is a trademark of Motorola Corporation

50 Ohms

Limited to 2.5 kHz for 12.5 kHz channels and 5 kHz for 25 kHz channels

- 90 dB below carrier level

+0.00025%

Carbon or equivalent

500 mw (max) into 600 ohms

-60 dB below carrier level

-40 dB

50 mV at 2.5 kHz into 200 ohm circuit for

+3.5 kHz deviation (25 kHz mode).

50 mV AT 2.5 kHz into 200 ohm circuit for

+2.0 Khz (12.5 kHz mode), adjustable

Less than 5 %

Technisonic Industries Ltd.

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Ph: 905 890-2113 Fax: 905 890-5338 www.til.ca