EMS Sky Connect Series Installation Manual

EMS Aviation, Inc.

Sky Connect Aviation Series

Installation Manual

TRACKER

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Aviation Certification Issues

CERTIFICATION – Sky Connect has rights to several Supplemental Type Certificates. Use of this information is provided with purchase of the equipment. Assistance in certification efforts to the installers is offered at

no charge

to the customer or installer. Assistance is provided on Sky Connect’s scheduling.

Please plan your certification issues with the following in mind; Phone assistance is provided 8am to 5pm Central Time U.S. based on our available time and work load for the day.

Certification teams maybe required to perform work on a deadline basis, there will be a fee for such work at the rate of $150 US per hour. Please contact Sky Connect Technical

Services for assistance.

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TABLE of CONTENTS

LIST OF REVISIONS.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v

INDEX OF ACRONYMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi

GENERAL INFORMATION.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1

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

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3

INSTALLATION PROCESS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1

WIRING DIAGRAM.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1

SIM CARD ACTIVATION.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1

ANTENNA PLACEMENT PLAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1

INFORMATION NEEDED FOR CONFIGURATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1

TRACKER MAPPING SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2

WIRING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2

CONFIGURATION.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2

TRACKER RULES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2

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

A DISCUSSION ON SIM CARDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1

ITEMS REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 2

GENERAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS THAT APPLY TO ALL SYSTEMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4

SYSTEM COMPONENTS THAT APPLY ONLY TO TRACKER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4

GENERAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 6

TRACKER SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1

TRACKER SYSTEM COMPONENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1

TRANSCEIVER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1

CONFIGURATION MODULE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1

CONFIGURATION/SIM MODULE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 2

TRACKER SOP DIALER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3

MMU/II (Mission Management Unit). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3

TRACKER-SOP STRUCTURAL MOUNTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5

TRACKER WIRING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5

POST INSTALLATION TESTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 8

TRACKER SETUP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 17

TRACKER TESTING.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 17

OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19 iii

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INSTALLATION AND SYSTEMS DRAWINGS.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 1 iv

Revision #

1.0

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

2.0

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LIST OF REVISIONS

Description of Change

Removed all POTS unit information and created a new manual part number for

Tracker only.

Added Combo antenna, corrected note on

ICSM, revised pin out chart to remove the

400 series references.

Revised to add description of MMU II features for Wi-Fi MSet Loads and

Performing Tracker Setup through the

MMU II, Added MMU II Master/Slave

Configuration

Revised Annuc. #2 description, includes a picture of the SOP 11 jumper

Date

3/24/2007

3/20/2008

Approval

MLF

Typos corrected, revised MMU/MMU II recommended installation wiring drawing

10/3/2008 MLF

Added spec and part numbers for MMU II 12/15/2008 MLF

Added configuration details on MMU II and Combo antenna drawing

Revised to indicate the changes to the

1616-105-01 tray per ECO 10013

1/13/2009 MLF

6/3/2010 MLF

4/7/2011

7/27/2011

MLF

MLF

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INDEX OF ACRONYMS

FOI

GIS

IDT

IMEI

LBT

PBX

POTS

PUK

SBD

SIM

SMS

Field Of Interest (a position)

Geographic Information System

Icarus Dial Tone

International Mobile Equipment Identifier

L Band Transceiver

Private Branch eXchange

Plain Old Telephone System

Personal Unblocking Code

Short Burst Data

Subscriber Identity Module

Short Message Service

For a complete definition of terms see http://www.telestial.com/glossary.htm on the Web.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1

INTRODUCTION

This manual contains information relative to the physical, mechanical, and electrical installation of the Sky Connect Systems. Operating procedures are also included.

1.2

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The Sky Connect series satellite communications device consists of a transceiver, an

L-band antenna, and a dialing/audio/data interface device. The remote mounted transceiver is the heart of the system, and contains the Iridium satellite LBT (L-Band

Transceiver). The LBT can be thought of as the “phone” in the satellite phone system and the modem in the data system, as it is the connection used to gain access to the Iridium network. The LBT allows the two way transfer of voice and data.

The LBT is the same in every transceiver of the Sky Connect System though different modules are added to define the function of the transceiver as a whole. Each Sky

Connect telephone system also has the ability for data transfer at rates up to 10

Kbps (with compression), allowing the user to interface a laptop for in-flight email capability. The Tracker system offers an optional internal 12 channel G.P.S. module.

Tracker uses the short burst data transfer portions of the Sky Connect suite, though it can be coupled with any of the phone systems. Any system can exist alone, or co-exist with another, and upgrades can be done to any system at any time without incurring additional cost penalties.

The Iridium system can only be occupied by one “call” at a time, whether it is voice, data, or Short Burst Data. These systems exist simultaneously, but can not be used simultaneously. Multiple transceivers and antennas are required for multiple channels of communication. For clarity, two users may be on separate handsets on the same call, but two users can not be on separate handsets on different calls without a second transceiver/antenna. Similarly, when a phone call is in progress,

Tracker will be unable to send SBD packets, though as soon as the line is clear, it will send its stored messages.

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Tracker & Communication Concept Drawing

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1.3.1 TRANSCEIVERS

Part Numbers 1616-XX0-0X all Transceivers are the same with the exceptions listed in the below table.

ITEM

Regulatory Compliance:

Temperature Range:

Altitude Range:

Vibration:

Temp Variation:

Power Input:

DC Spike:

Conducted Emissions

Radiated Emissions

Weight

Add Tracker:

Add G.P.S.

Add Messenger:

Physical Dimensions:

Length

(Width)

(Height)

Power Requirements (Voltage):

Power Requirements (Current) :

Transmit Power Average:

Mounting:

Transmission rate:

Operating Frequency:

Inputs/Outputs:

SPEC

DO-160D, FAA STC on Part 25, 27, and 29 aircraft. FAA-PMA

Section 4 Cat D2 (-20C to +55C)

Section 4 Cat D2 (50,000 feet)

Section 8 Cat R

Section 5 Cat C

Section 16 Cat B

Section 17 Cat B

Section 21 Cat B

Section 21 Cat B

4.05 lbs.

.05 lbs.

.10 lbs

.05 lbs.

10.0 Inches

2.5 Inches

4.5 Inches

11-32Vdc

<1 Amp @ 28Vdc

1.5 watts

Quick release tray, 4-#8 holes, any configuration

2.4Kbps voice and data (10Kbps with compression)

1.616-1.6265 GHz

POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service), RS232, DSC, dc level. 8 discrete inputs Lo< 1.2 Hi >1.3

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ITEM

Connectors:

SPEC

TNC female (Iridium), BNC female G.P.S.,

62 pin High Density D-sub connector

1.3.5.2

SOP DIAL PAD SIX POSITION 1616-051-01/03

SOP 6 Dialer has been discontinued.

1.3.5.3

ITEM

SOP DIALER ELEVEN POSITION 1616-052-00/02

SPEC

8 oz.

Weight

Physical Dimensions:

(Depth)

(Width)

(Height)

Power Requirements (Voltage):

Power Requirements (Current) :

Inputs:

Outputs:

Connectors:

Mounting:

3.375 Inches

5.75 Inches

1.12 Inches

6 to 28 volt dimmer connected to two separate busses

100 ma Max.

2 lamp inputs

7 switch grounded outputs

DB-15 male

Dzus rail

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ITEM

Regulatory Compliance:

SPEC

FAA STC on Part 27, and 29 aircraft. (MMU II only part 29) FAA-

PMA

15 oz.

Weight:

Physical Dimensions:

(Depth)

(Width)

(Height)

Power Requirements (Voltage):

Power Requirements (Current) :

Inputs:

Outputs:

Connectors:

Mounting:

3.375 Inches(MMU) 5.65 (MMU II)

5.75 Inches

1.875 Inches

10-33 VDC

250 ma max.

RS-232, Wi-Fi Interface for the use of loading Message Sets into memory.

RS-232, four discrete outputs 100ma sinked to ground

2ea. DB-25 male (keyed)

Dzus rail

1.3.5.5

SWITCH PANEL Reserved

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1.3.5.6

CONFIGURATION MODULE 1616-905-01

This part has been discontinued, see earlier manuals.

1.3.5.7

ITEM

CONFIGURATION/SIM MODULE 1616-905-02

SPEC

Regulatory Compliance:

Weight:

Physical Dimensions:

(Length)

(Width)

(Height)

Power Requirements (Voltage):

Inputs:

Outputs:

Connectors:

FAA STC on Part 27, and 29 aircraft. FAA-PMA

16 oz.

2.5 inches (without mating connectors)

2.125 inches

.625 inches

12VDC (supplied by transceiver)

Serial Buss and DPL Buss

Serial Buss and DPL Buss

One DE9 female and one DB25 male

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1.3.6 ANTENNAS

1.3.6.1

ITEM

IRIDIUM LOW PROFILE ANTENNA 1616-880-01 AeroAntenna AT2775

-XXX

SPEC

Regulatory Compliance:

Operating Temp:

Weight:

Physical Dimensions:

Frequency:

Connectors:

Altitude:

Impedance:

TSO C-144, DO-160D

-55 Deg to +85 Deg C

.5 Lbs Max.

3.5 inches in diameter

1595 +/- 30 Mhz

TNCF

70,000 feet

50 Ohms

1.3.6.2

ITEM

IRIDIUM BLADE ANTENNA 1616-880-00 Dayton Grander # L10-780

SPEC

Regulatory Compliance:

Weight

Physical Dimensions:

Length

Width

Height

Speed:

Impedance:

FAA STC on Part 27, and 29 aircraft

.7 Lbs Max.

5.49 Inches

3.09 Inches

3.11 Inches

600 Kts.

50 Ohms

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ITEM

SENSOR G.P.S. ANTENNA 1616-880-04

SPEC

Regulatory Compliance:

Operating Temp:

Weight

Physical Dimensions:

Frequency:

Connectors:

Altitude:

Impedance:

Voltage:

TSO C-144, DO-160D

-67 Deg F to +185 Deg F

5 Oz.

3.5 inches in diameter X .57 Inches High

1575.42 MHz

TNCF

55,000 feet

50 Ohms

4 – 24 VDC

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ITEM

ANTCOM COMBO IRIDIUM/GPS ANTENNA

SPEC

Regulatory Compliance:

Operating Temp:

Weight

Physical Dimensions:

Frequency:

Connectors:

Altitude:

Impedance:

Voltage:

1616-880-13

TSO C-144, DO-160D, DO-228, MIL-C-5541

-67 Deg F to +185 Deg F

7.84 Oz.

L= 5.026" W= 2.2" H= .71"

Iridium= 1610 to 1626.5MHz GPS= 1575.42 +/- 13 MHz

TNC both GPS (Blue) and Iridium (Red)

70,000 feet

50 Ohms

2.8 to 28VDC (GPS)

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INSTALLATION PROCESS

INSTALLATION PROCESS OUTLINE

Note: Make a plan to cover the follow items in depth in this manual.

2.1

WIRING DIAGRAM

2.1.1 G.P.S. interface, or use of an internal G.P.S.

2.1.2 Event switches, optional

2.1.3 Diagnostic port, must be installed for configuration

2.1.4 Configuration/SIM module, optional

2.1.5 Selection of Dialers optional

2.2

SIM CARD ACTIVATION

Check to make sure the card is activated, call Sky Connect

You will need to know the following information;

2.2.1 The IMEI # of your unit

2.2.2 Model #

2.2.3 Serial #

2.2.4 Credit Card or billing information for monthly service

2.2.5 Aircraft type and registration number

2.2.6 Complete contact information for customer using the product

2.2.7 Send in activation form to turn on the unit with satellite system, please fill out the form as accurately as possible to make the process as smooth as possible

2.2.8 The form may be filled out on the web at http://www.skyconnect.aero/1086.xml

2.3

ANTENNA PLACEMENT PLAN

2.3.1 Pay close attention to the length of coax from the antenna to RT

2.3.2 Follow manual instructions on placement near other Sat COM and Comm antennas

2.4

Notebook computer with “tracker setup” program, CD included with RT

2.5

INFORMATION NEEDED FOR CONFIGURATION

2.5.1 How the event switches were wired

2.5.2 What type of switches, MOM, ALT, Press

2.5.3 What phone numbers need to be entered (optional)

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TRACKER MAPPING SYSTEM

Decide what mapping system is to be used for tracking the aircraft.

Setup an account with that provider and secure ID and passwords.

Make sure this installation is added to the account that handles the mapping.

It is the responsibility of the owner to add aircraft to the mapping system, Sky

Connect can NOT do that for you unless it is the Sky Connect Webmap you are using.

2.7

WIRING

2.7.1 Wire system as drawn, you the installer are responsible to the FAA for methods and practices used during the installation.

2.7.2 Continuity checks.

2.7.3 Power polarity checks.

2.8

CONFIGURATION

2.8.1 Configure RT to work with event switches as connected in wiring

2.8.2 Configure external G.P.S. to talk to Sky Connect RT, Aviation or NMEA RS232 format data

2.8.3 Enter phone numbers (optional)

2.9

TRACKER RULES ( the ugly 14 rules)

Before the tracker can be used to display data on a map, the rules of operation must be understood. The following will outline those rules.

2.9.1 The transceiver must send data.

2.9.1.1

2.9.1.2

2.9.1.3

2.9.1.4

2.9.1.5

2.9.1.6

2.9.1.7

2.9.1.8

2.9.1.9

In order to send data the transceiver must have an active LBT sending SBD.

This is done from the activation form.

The transceiver must have an active SIM card.

The transceiver must have been configured for the aircraft type.

Helicopters may use collective or squat switches.

Airplanes may use squat switches.

The transceiver must have the report intervals set.

The aircraft must be outside and have a clear view of the sky.

The aircraft antenna system must be installed I.A.W. our instructions.

To display a complete flight, the aircraft must send Departure, Scheduled reports, and an Arrival message to define a complete flight. This is done

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Our server must be set to pass the data on to the proper map program.

Our server must have been set up for the customer (activation form completed and sent in to our office).

The map program must be set to receive the data from our server.

The map program must have a profile setup to display the aircraft correctly.

If email notification is desired we must have the email addresses (activation form).

2.10

Sky Connect Tracker Capabilities Notes

2.10.1

The following is a recommendation and suggested options available to the user of the Sky Connect Tracker Series. We hope not to limit your imagination on how you can apply the rules of the system, only make some common suggestions.

Event Switch Use

Most important of the options that an end customer can take advantage of with the tracker is the eight (8) event switches. When one of the switches is closed or opened, and event report is sent to the ground server alerting the software to this action. Each event is defined either by the Sky Connect

Server ie Squat switch, or by the end user through the ground mapping software or the Tracker Configuration software.

Each switch input can be configured to one of the following types of inputs:

2.10.1.1

2.10.1.2

2.10.1.3

2.10.1.4

2.10.1.5

Toggle Switch - This type of switch selection in the tracker set up software will send an event report when the switch is closed (set) and when it is again opened.

Press Switch - this is a momentary action switch, and sends one event report per press.

Squat Switch - Has a specific purpose, to report that the aircraft has taken off

(open) or has landed (closed).

Dialer - used to dial one of the pre-programmed phone numbers if you are using the 6 or 11 position dialer panels. Use of the 11 position dialer takes up 4 of the 8 event switches and limits use for various other inputs.

Inhibit - This switch input will prevent the tracker from transmitting the position data.

The 11 position dialer 1616-052-0X will make use of 7 of the provided 8

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The predetermined functions of the switches on the 11 position dialer are:

2.10.2.1

2.10.2.2

2.10.2.3

2.10.2.4

2.10.3

2.10.3.1

2.10.3.2

2.10.3.3

2.10.3.4

Emergency - typically to declare and aircraft emergency.

Code - used mostly by EMS operators to declare a patient emergency.

Position - mark a position of interest to the pilot or crew.

Dialer - 4 event switches are used to dial the programmed numbers.

The MMU does not use any of the event switches so all 8 are available.

Suggested uses for the event switches would be:

Connect to an oil pressure switch to automatically send an event report when oil pressure is lost, to the ground.

Connect to a low rotor RPM warning when rotor speed is insufficient, to the ground.

Connect to an over temp/torque light to report this event to the ground.

Connect to a relay to let the ground know a circuit breaker has been pulled.

This has been used in the past on lease aircraft to allow the leaser to know when the pilot has made an attempt to disable the time reporting system, being the Sky Connect system itself.

Any event the operator would wish to know has occurred in flight, can be recorded to the ground by the use of a switch closure. The logic can be inverse by the use of a relay. More than one event can be grouped to one event switch by the use of diodes.

Example: the ground might want to know that an event has occurred that would require ground maintenance. You might not need to know that a specific event has occurred immediately, but that something has occurred. Connecting all the engine events to one input isolated by diodes would report such an event.

Note: Connection of aircraft “required systems” through the tracker (a nonessential system) will require FAA or other airworthiness approval. Engineering showing compliance with XX.1309 will have to be completed. Minor or major change/alteration determination is up to the installer.

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2.10.4

2.10.4.1

2.10.4.2

2.10.4.3

2.10.5

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Server Software Options

Sky Connect Server Software is capable of the following settings.

Sending an email when the unit has missed a report. This is determined in the software by looking at the report rate interval and making the determination that an interval has passed without a report from the transceiver. The system waits an additional 5 minutes, and if another report has not come through to the server, sends an email(s) to an individual or a table of addresses for missed report alarm, a.k.a. Overdue.

Sending an email for EVERY report the unit makes. Some operators use this to determine if the unit is tracking in lew of a software program.

Flight summary reports can be sent by email, with information on the distance, time and takeoff/landing locations. This email may be sent to one or many persons in a email table.

Mapping Software Options

There are many mapping programs designed for either a wide customer base, or designed for very specific operator use. These programs have their own manuals and should be consulted based on which program you choose.

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INSTALLATION - GENERAL

PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

Perform a visual inspection of the equipment for evidence of damage incurred during shipment.

3.1

A DISCUSSION ON SIM CARDS

It is Sky Connect policy to ship all units with a deactivated SIM card. The unit is tested with a DEMO card before leaving our facility.

With that in mind, please be aware of the following paragraphs.

No testing can occur until a activated SIM card is installed in the transceiver or

CONFIG/SIM Module. The account has to be activated with an Iridium service provider. Systems are generally shipped with a SIM card installed, with the PIN code disabled, and the service deactivated. The customer is responsible for this activation as the customer receives the bills for the phone use. This process can take minutes, and should be done in advance of the installation/testing.

In the event that the customer provides a SIM card, or desires to provide the card it must be de-pinned, or the system will get blocked. Contact the manufacturer if you intend to change SIM cards. Sky Connect recommends against customer replacement of SIM cards as it affects unit serviceability.

Until the Iridium L-Band Transceiver has been registered on the network, there is very little you can do to test its operation. A de-pinned activated SIM is required before this can happen. The SIM card is the identity of the user, and thus must travel with the user. In this case, the user’s SIM card is installed in the Sky Connect transceiver.

This process should only need to be accomplished at initial installation. After user activation, the system will function. Should the unit need to be replaced, or transferred to another party, or in the event that a SIM card requires replacement, return unit to Sky Connect or a qualified avionics shop to have the SIM card replaced in order to keep the SIM card account matched with the user.

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ITEMS REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED;

Table 1

QTY ITEMS

1

1

1

Daniels Manufacturing Crimper P/N M22520/2-01

Daniels Manufacturing Crimper Positioner P/N K1S

Crimping tools for use on coax connectors

Coax connectors for antenna cable if locally made

USE

P1

Daniels Manufacturing Crimper Positioner P/N K41 P1

All M24308 connectors

All coax connectors

Contact insertion/removal tool M81969/1-4 (metal) or

M81969/14-01

(plastic)

Misc. installations supplies such as; wire ties, Adel clamps, Etc.

If installing a Tracker without the control head (ie

FlightDeck system with a Tracker) and panel mounted switches are desired, we offer the following manufacturer part numbers with and without LEDs with and without

NVIS, non NVIS part numbers are not shown call

Vivisun

Vivisun# LED-42-15-KB-36185 (2LA EMER; 3S0

////)

Emergency Switch

Vivisun# LED-40-18-KB-36189 (2LA CODE; 3J0 ////) Code Switch

Vivisun# LED-42-12-KB-36187 (2LA POSN; 3J0 ////) Position Switch

Vivisun# LED-42-12-KB-36188 (2LA DIAL; 3J0 ////) Dial Switch

Vivisun# LED-40-18-KB-36190 (2JA CALL; 3JA TEXT) Call/Text - Annunciator

Vivisun# 95-42-15-K6-70878 (2LA EMER; 3S0 ////) Emergency Switch

Vivisun# 95-40-18-K6-70956 (2LA CODE; 3J0 ////)

Vivisun# 95-42-12-K6-70880 (2LA POSN; 3J0 ////)

Code Switch

Position Switch

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Vivisun# 95-42-12-K6-70881 (2LA DIAL; 3J0 ////) Dial Switch

Vivisun# 95-40-18-K6-70957 (2JA CALL; 3JA TEXT) Call/Text - Annunciator

3.3

Suggestions for coax connectors and tools (customer supplied);

Connector

BNC male

BNC male 90 Deg

TNC female

TNC female bulkhead

TNC male

TNC male 90deg

Coax

Table 2

Tool

RG400/RG142 CTL-1

Newark#

89F2891

Industrial#

31-4427

RG400/RG142 CTL-1 39F1443 31-334

RG400/RG142 220045-2 96F7801 225551-6

RG400/RG142 220045-2 97F8562 225557-6

RG400/RG142 CTL-1 92B0647 31-4452

RG400/RG142 220045-2 90B4658 225554-6

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3.4

GENERAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS THAT APPLY TO ALL SYSTEMS

Table 3

Product Part Number Description

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1616-700-01 Inmarsat Filter

1616-900-99 Sky Connect Series CD ROM

1616-950-XX Aviation Installation Manual, current revision

1616-901-XX Quick Start User Manual, current revision

1616-050-80 SBD Message Traffic

1616-104-01 3 year warranty

S67-1575-10

9

Low Profile Iridium Antenna

1616-429-01 ARINC 429 Converter for converting to RS232

1616-105-02 RT Installation kit which consist of:

1.) 1616-720-07 DD62F00000 – Positronics connector

2.) 1616-721-01 FC8022D - Positronics contacts

3.) 1616-722-06 D37000Z00 – Positronics hood

3.5

SYSTEM COMPONENTS THAT APPLY ONLY TO TRACKER

Table 4

Components Product Description And

Part Number

Tracker and

Tracker with voice

1616-050-0XA

1616-880-01

1616-880-04

1616-880-13

1616-900-01

1616-900-02

-01A Tracker with GPS no voice

-02A Tracker no GPS no voice

-03A Tracker with voice and GPS

-04A Tracker with voice and no GPS

-05A AFF Tracker

Iridium Antenna AT2775-110GAW-TNCF

G.P.S. antenna S67-1575-39

Combo Iridium/GPS antenna

Installation Kit consist of; tray, Iridium antenna, connector kit, G.P.S. antenna and Install CD

Same as above but without G.P.S. antenna

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Description And

Part Number

Components

1616-105-01

1616-150-01U

1616-150-02U

S67-1575-39

1616-500-01

1616-055-XX

1616-905-01

1616-905-02

1616-052-00

1616-052-02

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Transceiver tray

Upgrade kit for adding Tracker with G.P.S. to POTS system

Upgrade kit for adding Tracker without G.P.S. to

POTS system

G.P.S. Antenna 1616-050-01/03/05 only

SatTalk II Interface

MMU/II (Mission Management Unit)

1616-055-00 MMU

1616-055-02 MMU NVG lense

1616-055-10 MMU II

1616-055-11 MMU II without POTS audio/no Wi-Fi

1616-055-12 MMU II NVG lense

1616-055-13 MMU II NVG lense without POTS audio/no Wi-Fi

Originally the -11/13 part numbers did not exist. They were marked as Mod A (without the POTS interface) and

Mod B (without Wi-Fi)

ALL MMU IIs ORDERED TO BE USED WITH A 1616-050

SHOULD BE A NON POTS 1616-055-11/13 (Mod AB) units.

Configuration Module

Configuration/SIM Module

11 Position SOP Dialer

11 Position SOP Dialer NVIS

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GENERAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

3.6.1 ANTENNA PLACEMENT

The Aero-Antenna AT2775 L-Band antenna should be placed as far as practical from other transmitting antenna. A minimum of 30 inches is recommended to other

L-Band transmitting antenna. The Iridium antenna is itself a transmitting antenna, and as such, an eighteen inch minimum spacing to G.P.S. antennae is recommended.

The Iridium antenna requires full view of the sky above. Shadowing and interference can occur when mounted near vertical stabilizers, and other structures inherent to aircraft. When used in conjunction with an internal G.P.S. for Tracker, a separate active Sensor S67-1575-39 G.P.S. antenna is supplied. See Figure 4 for antenna dimensions.

Note: Inmarsat systems (commonly referred to as Satcom) will greatly interfere with the performance of the Iridium antenna. This interference may appear to be intermittent with aircraft position as the Inmarsat transmitting antenna array is electrically steer able depending on azimuth to satellite. Inmarsat will disrupt Iridium communications whenever active. Inmarsat should be disabled when Iridium is in use, alternatively, filters are available for

Inmarsat systems which essentially act as an Iridium bandpass filter. Consult

Sky Connect for more information.

The antenna should be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and reference FAA AC43.13-2A. The antenna should be properly bonded to the aircraft ground plane to aid in eliminating unwanted interference. Surface preparation should include the use of Alodine 1001 or similar. The antennae listed above, as well as the Sensor S67-1575-109 Iridium antenna are all TSO’d and approved for mounting on pressurized vessels.

Antenna installations on pressurized vessels require FAA approved design and engineering data whenever a pressure vessel requires penetration due to connector/mounting holes. Approved designs can be obtained from aircraft manufacturers, STC data specific to the antenna, or DERs. Seal antenna in accordance with FAA AC43.13-2A.

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3.6.2 ANTENNA CABLE

When routing antenna cable, avoid high current wiring, other transmitting antenna cables, and sharp bends. Antenna cable should be selected to obtain 3dB max loss at

1.6GHz. The installer is responsible for providing antenna cables. Use the following chart as an aid to determine the appropriate cable type for your required installed length. Follow industry practices when assembling the TNC connectors. RG-142 coax cable is recommended in installations up to 20 feet in length, alternative cable types are listed below.

Pre assembled cable lengths are available from EMTEQ, ECS, and PIC.

Cable Length

< 15 feet

15-25 feet

25-40 feet

35-60 feet

EMTEQ

PFLX195-100

PFLX240-100

PFLX340-100

Table 5

ECS

352001

311601

311201

310801

PIC

S33141

S33141

S55122

S22089

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3.6.3 TRANSCEIVER STRUCTURAL MOUNTING

The Sky Connect Transceiver should be mounted in accordance with standard practices found in FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-2A. The Transceiver is approved for mounting outside the pressure vessel. See Figures 2 and 3 for unit and tray dimensions.

The structural mount consists of a mating tray, with a self-locking, vibration resistant, knurled thumbscrew system. The tray should be bolted to a suitable avionics shelf, using approved #6 hardware, until the tray was changed to Mod level

A, which requires #8 hardware. Please check the Mod Status on the tray prior to installation to assure you use the correct hardware.

Tray Mod

Level none

Hardware to be used

A

6-32 screw holes are provided, if required, these may be drilled oversize to accommodate 8-32 screws.

8-32 screw holes are provided. If replacing this tray in place of an older tray with 6-32 screws, use the 6-32 screws with washers.

The 62 pin High Density D-subminiature connector and 1 to 2 antenna connectors are all that is required to electrically connect the box once it has been structurally secured in place.

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3.6.4 TRANSCEIVER ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Wiring must be done in accordance with FAA AC43.13-1B, or most current revision.

A crimp tool meeting Mil Spec M22520/2-01 and a positioner are required to ensure consistent, reliable crimp contact connections for the 62-pin D Subminiature connector. A 2 amp pull able Circuit Breaker is required for external protection of the Sky Connect Transceiver. All wiring is 18-22AWG, and should use Mil Spec

22759/16 or 27500/18 wire or wire deemed appropriate to the aircraft type by the governing aviation regulatory agency. See the appropriate following Sections for the schematics of your system for wiring examples.

See Table 1 above for recommendations of discreet switches to be installed when not installing a Sky Connect control head with internal switches.

Note: Sky Connect telephony systems are generally considered non-essential and should be treated as such when selecting the appropriate bus for power. The system should be placed behind a nonessential bus. However if the mission of the aircraft deems the Sky Connect System safety sensitive, the essential buss may be used. An electrical load analysis may be required when doing so.

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6

7

8

3

4

5

9

10

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The below Table is a listing of pin assignments and signal flows. This table applies only to 1616-050-0XA transceivers. For non A models refer to older install manuals.

13

14

15

Pin

1

2

16

17

18

19

20

21

Description

Ground Input

Reserved do not connect anything to this pin

Comm Audio Lo

DPL Uplink

PC DCD (Data Connections only)

NC

Microphone Audio Hi

Program Stat --Factory Use Do Not

Connect

ISCM DPL Ground

Shield/Configure ground

Shield/Configure ground

Configuration Module Power

(3.3V)--Do Not Connect to other than ICM/ICSM

Shield/Configure ground

Shield/Configure ground

Annunciator #1 –Sinks 100ma to

Ground

Annunciator #2 – Sinks 100ma to

Ground

Annunciator #3 – Sinks 100ma to

Ground

Annunciator #4 – Sinks 100ma to

Ground

Configure SDA

Event switch #1 – Gnd=Active

11-33VDC positive voltage input

In

Out

Out

Out

In

In

Gnd

In

Out

Gnd

Gnd

Gnd

Out

Gnd

Gnd

Out

Flow

Table 6

22

Gnd 23

24

35

36

37

38

39

40

41

42

43

44

45

46

31

32

33

34

28

29

30

25

26

27

Ground Input

No Connection

Program -TX-- Factory Use Do Not

Connect

DPL Downlink

DPL Enable

PC CTS (Data Connections only)

Configure SCL

Com Audio Hi

Diagnostics Gnd

RS232 #1 Gnd

RS232 #2 Gnd

Shield/Configure ground

Program Md0--Factory Use Do Not

Connect

Shield/Configure ground

PC GND (Data Connections only)

PC S TX (Data Connections only)

PC DTR (Data Connections only)

PC RTS (Data Connections only)

Program Rx--Factory Use Do Not

Connect

No Connection

11-33VDC positive voltage input

Ground Input

No Connection

PC RI (Data Connections only)

PC DSR (Data Connections only)

Gnd

Out

Out

Out

In

Out

Gnd

Gnd

Gnd

Gnd

Gnd

Gnd

Out

In

In

Out

In

Gnd

Out

Out

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60

61

62

56

57

58

59

49

50

51

52

53

Pin

47

48

54

55

Description

Data out Hi – Diagnostics output

RS232 #2 Hi – Messenger output

Data in Hi – Diagnostics input

RS232 #2 Hi – Messenger input

PC S RX (Data Connections only)

RS232 #1 Hi – Serial G.P.S. input

Program-md1-- Factory Use Do Not

Connect

Program-RST-- Factory Use Do Not

Connect

Event switch #8 – Gnd=Active, configuration. switch style

(mom,alt,dial,sqt)

Event switch #7 – same as pin 55

Event switch #6 – same as pin 55

Event switch #5 – same as pin 55

Event switch #4 – same as pin 55

Event switch #3 – same as pin 55

Event switch #2 – same as pin 55

11-33VDC positive voltage input

In

In

In

In

In

In

In

In

In

In

In

In

Flow

Out

Out

Figure 2

View of connector from rear (side contacts insert in)

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The table below indicates the pin out of the MMU II

19

20

21

22

23

15

16

17

18

11

12

13

14

7

8

9

10

3

4

1

2

5

6

J1 - Data

28 VDC

Polarized Key

RS 485 HI

RS 485 LO

RS 485 HI

RS 485 LO

Unit ID #1

Unit ID #2

Unit ID #4

Unit ID #8

Spare I/O #1

Ground

Ground

Spare I/O #2

Message Alert

Incoming Call

DTR Out

Ground

DSR In

Ground

5V Dimmer Input

14V Dimmer Input

28V Dimmer Input

24 MMU RS232 Input (RX)

25 MMU RS232 Output

(TX)

19

20

21

22

23

15

16

17

18

11

12

13

14

7

8

9

10

3

4

1

2

5

6

24

25

J2 - DO NOT CONNECT

3.6.7 Outline Drawings of Equipment

See the appendix for drawings of the equipment.

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TRACKER SYSTEM

INSTALLATION

NOTE:

All added features to the Tracker, such as Altitude Trigger, and Change of Flight Plan feature can increase the cost of operation of the tracker.

Check with your operations department prior to turning on features that may increase the cost of operation. Once the data is sent over the system, there will be a charge for the use of the data.

4.1

TRACKER SYSTEM COMPONENTS

4.1.1

4.1.2

TRANSCEIVER

The Tacker transceiver is identical to the unit in Section 3 in physical form.

The Tracker transceiver is not full telephony as the Executive, FlightDeck, and Classic. The dialing is done through software using the SOP Dialers or through the MMU when connected.

CONFIGURATION MODULE

The Configuration Module (ICM) part number 1616-905-01, if used should be installed within 8” to the 62 pin connector and secured to the harness. The configuration module stores settings external to the transceiver and also provides a female connector for easy connection to a PC via straight PC cable for system configuration. The purpose of the module is to alleviate the need to reprogram to an individual aircraft if units are shifted amongst the fleet.

Removal and replacement of the Sky Connect Transceiver with a different unit will keep the Users stored settings the same, though a tail number to serial number configuration mismatch will be logged as a security procedure via the iridium network. Theft for re-use of the Sky Connect Tracker is impractical, as not only do we know who you are, but exactly where you are!

Regardless, the configuration procedure only needs to occur once, or when a configuration module is replaced. An additional use for the configuration module would be to update all of the phone numbers in a fleets system. This becomes a time saving device allowing one module to program each aircraft, only necessitating the update of the individual tail numbers.

The male connector on the ICM connects via 6 wires to the 62 pin connector of the Tracker system. The female connector is the configuration port for both the ICM and the Tracker itself. If the configuration module is in place during programming, settings are saved to the transceiver and to the ICM. If

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the ICM is connected at startup, the configuration is read from the ICM. If it is not present at startup, the system uses its internal memory which is re-flashed by the ICM at startup when connected.

CONFIGURATION/SIM MODULE

The Configuration/SIM Module (ICSM) part number 1616-905-02, has the same functionality as the Configuration Module but allows for the installation of the SIM card into the module instead of the transceiver. With this setup no card need be installed in the transceiver at all. This allows for the swapping of the unit, and the SIM card to remain with the aircraft. No changes to the aircraft’s phone number. A secondary advantage would be if the customer changed voice providers, the ICSM could be opened and the card installed, eliminating maintenance to the transceiver itself.

NOTE: While the 9 pin female connector on the ICM/ICSM is designed to be connected directly to a PC for programming, the PC should not be connected directly to the 9 or 25 pin female connector used to connect to the ICM/ICSM’s male connector. Only pins 2, 3, and 5 are used for configuration, the remainder of the pins are used internally and damage can be done to the Tracker and the PC if these lines are connected to a PC inadvertently. See wiring diagrams.

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TRACKER SOP DIALER

There are two SOP Dialers, a six position and a eleven position. The six position is a very basic design with lighting for the switches but not for the panel. There is no NVIS version of this unit. The eleven position dialer has a back lit face plate and the dimming feature to the panel lights and the annunciators can be separate or together.

4.1.5

Figure 12

SOP 11 Dialer

‚

‚

MMU/II (Mission Management Unit)

‚

‚

‚

This unit is a computer controlled dialer and is very flexible in operation. It communicates with the transceiver over an RS-232 port. This unit can be programmed in the aircraft with new message sets. There are several versions of the MMU/II, but the basic operation of all of them are the same. See the operators manual for a complete description of features.

Stores phone numbers to be called

Stores text messages

MMU II has a keypad for direct dialing without storing a number

Possible NVG versions

Wi-Fi loading of Message Sets (if Wi-Fi equipped)

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Figure 10

MMU II

Figure 11

MMU

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TRACKER-SOP STRUCTURAL MOUNTING

The Tracker SOP A has eliminated the use of the SatTalk 2 audio controller, and only the RT and the SOP Dialer or MMU need be considered for mounting.

If you are using the original version of the SOP system (P/N 1616-050-03/-04), the

Sat Talk 2 audio controller normally is installed using a flange mounting plate that is supplied and may be attached to the bottom of the audio controller using the existing screws that secure the bottom plate. Using the flange plate, the controller is mounted using four #6 screws in a 6.25” by 2.5” pattern. Alternatively, a bracket can be fashioned to strap the controller in place.

The SOP Dial pad is a Dzus mounted unit. The dimensions are 5.75" x 1.125" with an overall depth of 2.8”, and depth behind panel of 2.1".

The MMU is a Dzus mounted device. Dimensions are 5.75" x 1.9" with a depth behind the panel of 5.5"

4.3

TRACKER WIRING

Follow the installation drawing 1616-910-XX for the interconnection of the Tracker system into the aircraft. As always pay close attention to the notes that apply to that drawing. Wiring of the Tracker system is mission specific. Tracker can be entirely standalone, or tied to multiple aircraft systems. The Tracker system is designed to be extremely flexible with open architecture. Switched input options are limited only by the customer and the specific capabilities of the GIS software used for aircraft tracking.

The SatTalk 2 for the Tracker-SOP system requires approximately 80 ma at any voltage between 10 and 32 VDC and must be protected by an external fuse or circuit breaker. Tracker SOP “A” and MMU does not use the SatTalk 2.

Note: this applies to both the 6 and 11 position SOP

Dialers. These units need a lighting supply to make the annunciators turn on, so plan this part of the installation carefully. If you have a dimmer buss that does not supply full voltage when the dimmer is off, then a two stage dimmer will need to be designed to allow for Bright/Dim operation.

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The SOP dialer should be powered through either a bright/dim switch, or through a rheostat. If not connecting the dialer to a dimmer buss, connect to 14/28 VDC through a circuit breaker. The dialer is entirely passive and can be dimmed through a range of 4-11VDC. If two or more dialers are to be installed, they may be wired in parallel with the addition of isolation diodes on the dialer lines, A1, A2, and A4. See wiring drawings for details.

The 11 Position Dialer has the annunciators dimmed from a separate source as the back lighting on the face plate. By default, they are wired separately, but can be connected together either externally or internally by adding a shorting bar across header J2.

J2 jumper

shown installed

The MMU S/N 001 to 100 lighting is controlled from the lighting buss, but the unit does not draw current from the buss. The control is used to “follow” the dimmer buss voltage and when this voltage gets within 20% of the low end of the scale, the unit will illuminate to full brightness for day light use. This is designed for aircraft that loose dimmer voltage when the dimmer is turned off. S/N 101 and later, due to a change in the display, the only dimming allowed is through the face plate knob and menu.

MMU and MMU II - P1 are wired identical with the exception listed above on the dimmer. MMU II also dims through a menu using the knob. MMU II P2 is identical to the connector on the PTA12-X00. Either a MMU or a PTA-12 can be removed and the correct dash number MMU II be installed in its place.

See paragraph below, for installations that use a MMU and a GPS that does not supply altitude data, the serializer may be input through the diagnostics port. This should be done using the 9 pin connector as on the drawings, so the serializer may be disconnected when time to connect a PC.

The best way to load a MSet into the MMU II is through the connector P/J19 as shown in the installation drawings. This is a pigtail that is to be provided to the customer so the MSet can be loaded without removing the MMU II from the aircraft. Please make sure this connector is provided in all the installations.

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When using an external GPS receiver, in order for the Tracker to include aircraft altitude in the data that is sent to the ground, a Garmin GPS receiver (430/530/480, etc) must be used in order to get altitude data from the navigation RS-232 data stream.

For GPS receivers such as the KLN-90B, KLN-900, etc which DO NOT supply altitude in their serial stream, a source of serial altitude data in the Icarus (Garmin) format at 9,600 baud must be supplied to the Tracker. There are multiple sources available for serial altitude data in this format including certain Garmin transponders, encoders with a serial output, and the Icarus 3000U serializer. Please consult technical support for further details.

Annunciators (optional)

Annunciator #1 - This is the status light of the tracker. This light if connected will;

A.) Flash the version of the tracker software as a portion of the POST

(power on self test)

B.) Indicate the condition of the tracker. Steady light with a flicker on the report interval. Or flash an SOS pattern when the tracker is seeing a problem condition.

Annunciator #2 - This light will indicate by flashing, an incoming call or flash with the ring of an out going call. Once the call is picked up or answered, this output remains low (to ground) for the duration of the call. When the call is terminated, the output will go to a high.

Annunciator #3 - The Link light will indicate to the operator the condition of the satellite RF level being picked up by the transceiver. Any level of signal lower than 4 the light be illuminated. Phone calls can be made, but may be dropped at this level, tracking will not reliably occur.

Annunciator #4 - Lights to indicate a system failure. First flash the software version in sync with annunciator #1. Then illuminates until the system is registered on the Iridium network. Once registered, it extinguishes and only lights again if a system fault is detected.

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MMU/MMU II Annunciators - The MMUs have their own annunciator that will illuminate a light for the following reasons;

Incoming Message - To provide a heads up indication to the pilot if the MMU is installed out of the scan view of the pilot, the “Incoming MSG” light will blink slowly for five seconds.

Incoming Call - As above the “Incoming Call” light will flash with the ring of the phone to allow the pilot to know there is an incoming call if the audio monitor switch is off.

4.4

POST INSTALLATION TESTING

No testing can occur until a valid SIM card is installed in a transceiver, the PIN code turned off, and the account has been activated with an Iridium service provider.

Systems are generally shipped with a SIM card installed, with the PIN code disabled, and the service inactive. The customer is responsible for this activation as the customer receives the bills for the phone use. This process can take some time, and should be done in advance of the installation/testing.

4.4.1 MMU II CONFIGURATION

4.4.1.1

Entering Installer Configuration mode is one CCW pushed-in detent of the rotary knob while pressing the ‘*’ key from either the Ready page, or from the initial MMU splash display page. The following parameters may be set in Configuration mode:

Config Version - Internal use, for informational purposes. This description is valid for Config Version 2.

4.4.1.2

WiFi Channel - Select the WiFi channel the MMU should use, or “No” to deselect WiFi. Note: to shutoff WiFi completely, you must select and save a value of “No” and then power-cycle the MMU. (only appears for MMUs with

WiFi capability)

NOTE: Wi-Fi usage on the aircraft in flight requires the aircraft to have a EMI test against interference from TPEDs (Transmitting Personal Electronic Devices).

This would be any device carried on to the aircraft that would emit 802.11 Wi-Fi signals. The MMU II itself transmits approx. 10mw of 802.11 signal. TPEDS can produce as much as 4 watts of 802.11 signal when searching for a hot spot. IF you are to use TPEDS, the EMI test must be complied with on your aircraft with your suit of avionics as installed.

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WiFi Transmit Power - Select the power level for the MMU to operate WiFi.

For aircraft use, this should typically be 6. (only appears for MMUs with WiFi capability)

Brightness Control - Select one of the following:

1.) Manual – the user always controls display and keypad brightness

2.) Dimmer Bus – the MMU samples a connection to a dimmer bus and adjusts display and keypad brightness accordingly

3.) Light Sensor – the MMU samples ambient light and adjusts display and keypad brightness accordingly. The sensor is located just above the keypad

“*” key.

Sensor/Dimmer Low End - This value aligns with the dimmer bus voltage or light sensor for the dimmest setting of the display and keypad brightness. For the light sensor, this value is in LUX. (only appears when brightness control on light sensor or dimmer bus)

Sensor/Dimmer High End - This value aligns with the dimmer bus voltage or light sensor for the brightest setting of the display and keypad brightness.

For the light sensor, this value is in LUX. (only appears when brightness control on light sensor or dimmer bus)

Dial/In-call Mechanism - Determines the handling of the messenger port as well as the mechanism used for establishing phone connections. Choose from the following:

1.) None – generally, not used.

2.) DTMF/DTMF – for POTS installations with a TRKR on the messenger port.

Incoming and outgoing calls and in-call DTMF are made via POTS.

3.) AT/AT – Incoming and outgoing calls as well as in-call DTMF are made via commands to the TRKR.

4.) AT/DTMF – Incoming and outgoing calls are made via commands to the

TRKR. In-call DTMF tones are generated.

5.) Reserved – generally, not used.

6.) POTSnoTRKR – Connection to a TRKR not required; no messaging required. Incoming and outgoing calls are made via POTS. The messenger port may optionally be connected, for example to MSET Manage for MSET upload.

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DTMF Total Time - This is the time for a tone from the start of one digit to the start of the next. The default value of 1016 works for most applications. To determine the duration in seconds, multiply the value by 246 uSecs. For example, the default value of 1016, times 246 uSecs, is 0.25 seconds. (only appears when Dial/In-call mechanism enables DTMF)

DTMF Interval Time - This is the duration of the pause between digit tones.

The default value of 407 works for most applications. To determine the duration in seconds, multiply the value by 246 uSecs. For example, the default value of 407, times 246 uSecs, is 0.1 second. (only appears when

Dial/In-call mechanism enables DTMF)

DTMF Output Volume - The volume level of DTMF PWM digit tones, a value from 0 to 127. Default value is 30.

Phones Volume - The volume level of the phones, a value from 0 to 127.

Default value is 50.

Sidetone Level - The sidetone level, a value from 0 to 127. Default value is 0.

Microphone Volume - The microphone volume, a value from 0 to 127. Default value is 60.

Ringer Volume - The ringer volume, a value from 0 to 127. Default value is 50.

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Volume Tap - Select from the following options:

1.) Not Enabled – neither offhook nor flash are enabled

2.) Offhook – allow taking phone offhook from ringer volume page

3.) Flash – allow flashing of the line (go onhook for 90 ms) from phone volume page

4.) Offhook & Flash – allow both of these options

Messenger Protocol - Select the protocol version to be used between MMU and the TRKR box. For proper operation until noted otherwise, Version 1 protocol should be enabled.

To exit from Configuration mode, push-n-turn the knob one detent to “Exit Settings

Mode”, and then tap the knob back to the “MMU Ready” display.

A mechanism known as “pocket-config” is available to change volumes and levels while in-call. To enable pocket-config, you must first enter Configuration mode, and then exit Configuration mode (it does not matter if any settings are changed; only that you were at one time in this mode). Once that is performed, pocket-config is then enabled any time while in-call. While pressing one of the following keypad keys, turn the knob to select:

1.) DTMF Output Volume

2.) Phones Volume

3.) Sidetone Level

4.) Microphone Volume

5.) Ringer Volume

6.) Ringer Sample – the ringer will be heard with a test ring.

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4.4.2 MMU II Master vs. Slave Configuration

This configuration will allow two MMU IIs to be used connected to one transceiver.

The function here, since the RS485 has not yet been implemented, would be to allow two MMU IIs to connect and carry on a phone conversation as in a party line situation. The Slave will not be able to indicate signal strength as that is a function of the RS232 control line and not implemented as part of this feature... yet.

Full operation of the MMU II in a master slave relationship will require implementation of the RS485 control bus. This is not yet released and when it is all slaves will function as the master does in an installation.

To configure two MMU IIs to communicate over POTS line with one transceiver, follow the below procedure.

Perform the following configuration and testing with reference to the MMU II

Operators Guide, and the Pilot’s Guide for description of function and use of the knobs and menus.

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Master Unit Configuration

Step Procedure

M1 Apply Power to the Master MMU II

M2

M3

M4

When the Screen displays the MMU Version and MSet hold the * button (Upper Right) and press the KNOB in while making a turn one click counter-clockwise, then release both the knob and the * button.

The MMU II will now display the

BRIGHTNESS CTL

page.

M5

Rotate the Knob (do not press in) clockwise until the

DIAL/In-Call

Mech:

page appears.

Ensure that the display is set at

DTMF/DTMF

M6

M7

M8

If not, TAB the knob and the selection will begin to flash.

Rotate the knob until the

DTMF/DTMF

is displayed. Press the knob and hold. The screen will display “

Value Saved SUCCESS”.

Rotate the Knob (do not press in) clockwise until the

Volume Tap:

appears.

M9 If required, TAP knob and select

Offhook & KeyIn

.

M10 Press the knob and hold. The screen will display

“Value Saved

SUCCESS”

.

M11 Press the knob in and rotate clockwise one click. Release.

M12 The screen should display

Exit Settings Mode

.

M13 Press the knob in and release. The screen will now display

MMU

Ready

page.

M14 Master MMU II Configuration complete.

M15 Cycle Power to the Master MMU II.

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MMU II Slave Configuration

S4

S5

S6

S7

Step Procedure

S1 Apply Power to the Slave MMU II Controller.

S2

S3

When the Screen displays the MMU Version and MSet version, press and hold the * button (Upper Right) and press the main

KNOB in and turn one click counter-clockwise, then release both the knob and the * button.

Rotate the Knob (do not press in) clockwise until the

DIAL/In-Call

Mech:

page appears.

S8

The display probably is set at

DTMF/DTMF.

Press the knob and release. The selection will begin to flash.

Rotate the knob until the

Pots/NoTrkr

is displayed.

Press the knob and hold. The screen will display

“Value Saved

SUCCESS”

.

Rotate the Knob (do not press in) clockwise until the

Volume Tap:

page appears.

S9 The display probably is set at

NOT ENABLED

.

S10 Press the knob in and release. The selection will begin to flash.

S11 Rotate the knob until the selection

Offhook

displayed.

S12 Press the knob and hold. The screen will display

“Value Saved

SUCCESS”

.

S13 Press the knob in and rotate clockwise one click. Release.

S14 The screen should display

Exit Settings Mode

.

S15 Press the knob in and release. The screen will now display

MMU

Ready

page.

S16

Slave MMU II Configuration complete.

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Master/Slave Testing

T6

T7

T8

Step Procedure

T1 Apply Power to the EMS Sky Connect Transceiver and the both the

Master and Slave MMU II Controllers.

T2

T3

Operation of the Master MMU II should be as normal.

Place an incoming call to the aircraft. The external Call

Annunciator should flash (if installed). The MMU II displays should display –

Incoming Call

T4

T5

T9

On the Slave MMU II Controller, press the knob to answer the call.

The Call should be answered after a slight delay, and the

Call

Connected / Duration

screen appears and the timer starts and the external CALL annunciator (if installed) illuminates steady.

Mic and Phone audio should be available to the Slave MMU II

Controller

Press the knob to end the test call.

Initiate a call from the Slave MMU II Controller.

The call should dial as normal. The external CALL annunciator (if installed) will be illuminated during the call

END of Test

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Loading of Message Sets

Loading the Message Sets into the MMU II may be done in one of two ways.

A.) Serial port of a PC connected to the pigtail of the MMU II harness via a 9 pin serial port cable.

B.) Wi-Fi port on the MMU II (if so equipped)

The MSet Mange software has provisions to select either of the above options.

The best way to load a MSet into the MMU II is through the connector P/J19 as shown in the installation drawings. This is a pigtail that is to be provided to the customer so the MSet can be loaded without removing the MMU II from the aircraft. Please make sure this connector is provided in all the installations.

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TRACKER SETUP

See the software manual to configure the unit to work as the customer desires.

NOTE: This is a very important step in installing the system correctly,

DO NOT SKIP CONFIGURING THE TRACKER.

Tracker Setup using the MMU II as a setup device.

If you are installing a MMU II in the system, the MMU II maybe used as a terminal to allow Tracker Setup without a PC connected to the transceiver. Follow the procedures below to use the MMU II for this purpose.

4.7

TRACKER TESTING

In order to fully test Tracker, you will need access to a PC running Sky Connect

Tracker-Map, or an approved GIS display system. In the event that this is not available to you, contact Sky Connect Technical Support where we can remotely aid in your testing. Refer to Appendix A for additional troubleshooting advice.

The installer can verify the proper wiring of every onboard component with a combination of the Tracker Setup program and the “all in one” annunciator light.

The installer can be assured that their portion of the job is acceptable if the onboard unit consistently indicates that it is sending and completing messages.

6 or 11 position dialer - this is indicated by a fast pulse as messages are sent at programmed intervals, followed by a solid green indication.) It is the customer’s responsibility to choose the manner in which they display their “tracked” aircraft, not the installers.

MMU - this is indicted when the “READY” page is displayed with the current signal strength.

Note: Only one Iridium source can occupy the network at one time. If a Sky

Connect voice option is installed and in use, the Tracker will store and send position reports when the line is free. Configurations will exist to give

Tracker priority, thus discontinuing an in-progress call.

Using ground power, turn on the Aircraft master, avionics master, or what ever is required to fully power all elements of the installed Sky Connect components. If a

G.P.S. is interfaced, it must be operating and have acquired satellites. The aircraft must have an unimpeded view of the sky. Operating next to a hangar can cause occasional brief signal interruption of both G.P.S. and Iridium functions. If using an

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internal G.P.S., allow the unit to run for up to 15 minutes on the initial startup to allow the internal G.P.S. to acquire almanac data. Allow one minute for the system to register on the iridium network.

Within this registration time, Tracker will generate a start up message which will be sent via the Iridium network to our switching network, and then to the mapping system. At this time, (approximately 24 seconds after the message was generated) a data block will be available to your Tracking Provider. With some software systems there may be a delay up to 1 ½ minutes before the aircraft is seen on your GIS.

Giving the G.P.S. a destination waypoint, and if possible some speed, will send additional parameters to the mapping system for display, including Destination,

Speed, Altitude, Flight Plan, etc.

IMPORTANT - Using the TRACKER SETUP program, you can test most of the features of the installation with the exception of the full network test. Any contact closures that were installed for use with Tracker can be tested at this time as well. No messages will be sent while the Tracker Setup program is connected and running. Messages will resume, roughly one minute after the

Tracker Setup program is terminated.

From the main page, you can verify the G.P.S. position, speed, and altitude. The units

IMEI # and G.P.S. input type are displayed when known. The Iridium Signal strength

(0-5) and Modem status are displayed and updated in real time.

From the Switch configuration page you can select the type and rate of each switch input, but you can also test to verify the input. The Setup program samples the incoming switches every ten seconds to see if they are active. The switch status will display as on if a ground is applied to the corresponding pin, and off if the line is floating.

Each closure will also generate a specific event at the PC running the mapping system software. The program must have an “assignment” for the event triggers to accomplish their task. The assignment for contact closure #2, for example, can be assigned on the mapping system PC terminal to annunciate “Mission Aborted.” The important element here is that the contact closure number is accurate to the specific switch being tested. Purposes for these switches are defined by the end user. For more clarity on this programming, refer to the mapping system operation manual.

Should you desire to use our Tech Support for these tests, you will need to have available the Transceiver Serial Number, IMEI#, aircraft flight ID, and installed options/configuration. With power applied, Tracker will continue to generate

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position report updates at its programmed interval. Once registered on the network, Tracker interval reports are billed per hour of use including during the testing process.

Note: Programmed interval directly affects customer billing.

Consult with end user regarding all available configuration options before accomplishing.

4.8

OPERATION

4.8.1

TRACKER

The Sky Connect Tracker system consists of the transceiver and L-band antenna, as well as an additional module in the transceiver. The Tracker can be added to any system but works autonomously of them. The Tracker can utilize a feed from most panel mounted G.P.S. systems, or its own internal

G.P.S. (when equipped with separate active G.P.S. antenna). This feed of aviation data provides Tracker with aircraft flight parameters such as latitude, longitude, speed, direction, altitude, and flight plan information if available.

The Tracker utilizes Short Burst Messaging over the Iridium network to send this flight information packet to ground terminals for the monitoring of fleet aircraft. Regular reporting intervals of twelve seconds to greater than 30 minutes can be set for the triggering of a flight information packet. Three separate rates can be selected based on flight status.

In addition to interval reporting, changes in flight parameters, proximity to waypoint, or “events” can trigger reports. Events can be triggered by contact closures, such as a squat switch, or an emergency button. DC level inputs may require external diode protection. While no external switching or annunciation is required for the Tracker system to operate, it can contain up to eight external event switches, and four status annunciators. It is recommended that at least one annunciator be installed in a suitable location which would provide verification of a completed message transaction. This annunciator would alert the user to the system status and a reception (or lack thereof) of the flight information packet at the Iridium Gateway.

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Examples of Event Switch usage would be;

Engine Oil Pressure

Low Rotor RPM

Engine Out

Engine Fire

Engine Chip

Gear Box Chip

Any of the above that will trigger a switch closeure, a ground to turn on a lamp, can be used to trigger an event report from the Tracker. Relays may be used to isolate “required” systems from “non required” or simply diodes.

The options and variation here are far too complex and vary to cover all of them in a STC project. This type of interface will have to be approved by your local airworthiness authority, and NOT from this manual as it is only intended to be offered as a guide as to how to use these features.

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TRACKER SOP A

Tracker SOP A is a new version of the original Tracker SOP but without the need for the SatTalk II audio controller component. The audio operations of the SatTalk 2 are now included in the Tracker SOP “A” transceiver. This brings the operational characteristics of the Tracker SOP “A” model to the same as any remote mounted Comm transceiver. This unit can be operated with or without an audio panel, and needs no external amplification of the phone audio.

Most audio panels only support ½ duplex, or push-to-talk communications.

For obvious reasons, this is somewhat limiting for phone conversations. The reason Full Duplex audio panels are recommended for proper operation is to retain the full transmission capabilities of your on board communications transceivers. In a full duplex system, Comm 3 is devoted to the Satellite phone, while Comm 1 and 2 are the VHF Transceivers. When a call is initiated, Comm 3 is selected and communications happen as they would on a phone; without the need to push-to-talk. Meanwhile, the pilot is still able to monitor his on board radios, and if necessary, key the Mic to allow conversations on the VHF Transceiver.

In a half duplex audio panel, keying on any transceiver line will cause the muting of all other sources of incoming audio. Safety of flight can be compromised in this fashion by muting an incoming call from ATC while holding down the key to communicate on the phone.

It is strongly recommended that a Full Duplex audio panel such as the PS

Engineering PMA7000B or NAT AMS50 be used when interfacing the SatTalk

II (or the SOP Model “A”) as a transceiver.

SOP DIALER

With both SOP Dialer panels it is recommended that if you do not have a dimmer circuit that maintains voltage with the dimmer off, that you connect the lights to a two stage dimmer circuit.

SIX POSITION

The six position dialer has been dis continued. Refer to older install manuals for information on this unit.

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SOP 11 (ELEVEN POSITION DIALER)

See this section for a visual of the 11 position dialer.

1.

11 programmable positions.

2.

The rotary knob serves as the dial button by pushing in on the knob. To hang up, push a second time.

3.

4.

The dimmer feature of the unit works on a true 6 to 28VDC range.

It has a separate input for the dimming of the annunciator lights than the face plate. This is internally selected by a jumper.

5.

6.

7.

8.

The face plate is back lit.

There is a “Phone”, indicator to indicate a visual on the ringing.

This unit has a Tracker light to indicate the operation of the tracker.

Toggle switch operation are indicated by seperate lights to show they are on or off.

MMU/II

See the MMU/II Operator’s Manual for a detail description of the MMU/II.

The MMU/II communicates with the transceiver over an RS-232 port. This is a three wire port. The MMU/II is fully user configurable and offers a great deal of flexibility to the system.

The MMU/II was designed to replace our legacy SOP Dialer to enhance the functions offered to the SOP System.

The MMU/II can store a great number of phone numbers with an alpha identifier to better detail who you are dialing.

The MMU/II provides a user interface to an external Iridium transceiver, allowing a user to control voice calls and send & receive text SBD messages.

The MMU contains a 2-line, 16 character alphanumeric display and a rotary knob with a pushbutton action. External I/O includes an RS232 port.

The MMU/II is loaded with a “Message Set”, which is saved in Flash memory.

The Message Set contains configuration data, the names and phone number choices for voice dialing, and the complete set of text messages that can be selected by the user for transmission to the ground. The Message Set may be loaded on the ground via the MMU’s RS232 port.

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The MMU/II communicates with the map application via binary SBD messages. Mobile Terminated (“MT”) messages are sent from the ground to the MMU, and Mobile Originated (“MO”) messages are sent from the MMU to the ground. These messages are sent to and from the Map.

Phone numbers and messages are created for the MMU/II by using a Sky

Connect program called MSETgen (MMU) or Mset Manager (MMU II). This program will create a message set of phone numbers and canned messages to be loaded into the MMU with its companion program called MMULoad (MMU only). MMULoad uses the RS-232 port to update the internal software as well as load new message sets into the MMU. MMU II uses the Mset Manager to load the MSet.

The MMU/II does not contain the switches found on the legacy SOP Dialer, but those switches are offered by part number for parties interested in installing them as an option. With MMU/II, the switches are wired to the

Transceiver.

The MMU/II supports driving two annunciators to indicate when a call is coming in and when a message is incoming.

Send flight plan information using the G.P.S. data as To/From reference. FP data will contain; TO/FROM waypoints, ETA, Number of PAX, and Fuel on

Board in Pounds.

The MMU will control the volume of the LBT through its serial port. The

MMU has a signal strength indicator in its display.

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4.8.5 MMU/MMU II INDICATIONS

First the aircraft must be outside and have a clear 360 degree view of the sky.

Normal Start up procedure for the MMU after power on is to indicate a “MMU

Starting” message, this first step is a power on self test routine that will allow the

MMU to self test. MSet version, and the internal MMU software version will be displayed.

If you never get past the MMU starting page, check the wiring between the

MMU and the transceiver to make sure it is wired correctly, and that the wires are not open or shorted.

Next the MMU will communicate with the transceiver, and display the software version of the transceiver, and the Iridium component internal to the transceiver, should be Trkr 4.X and ISOX00X. This indicates that the MMU and the transceiver can communicate.

Next the MMU displays “waiting system registation”, at this point the transceiver is attempting to register with the Iridium satellites, checking signal strength, and activation of that SIM card.

If you never get past this message, the transceiver is not registering with the satellites, this could be a wiring problem between the CSM module if installed, or a problem with antenna or antenna coax. All coax connections should be checked, and the coax itself should be tested for continuity, open and if possible a TDR for the integrity of the coax.

Next the MMU should indicate “Ready” and display the signal strength.

Refer to the MMU and MMU II Operators Manual or the Pilot’s Guide for further operation instructions.

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APPENDIX A Troubleshooting

TROUBLESHOOTING THE SKY CONNECT SYSTEMS

Description of Problem

TRACKER SYSTEMS

Tracker System light flashes software rev, shortly thereafter the light goes solid and remains solid.

There are no transmissions and the light never winks even when it’s sending interval has been passed.

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Possible Causes

Verify that you are not currently connected to the Tracker Setup Program, or the diagnostic port.

If a separate Data connector (9 wire for PC calls) has been installed, check shielding of the cable. You may need to install an

Icarus Instruments data feed through connector.

After running the Tracker Setup software the boxes in the window do not populate.

Contact Technical Support.

Make sure that you waited the full 2 minutes to allow the transceiver to complete the power on test before starting the Tracker Setup software.

Make sure you have a true 9 pin serial port connection, and that you are not using a

USB adapter.

Call tech support.

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Description of Problem

Tracker system light pulses, and goes solid, but winks off every five seconds. It continues to pulse, then goes solid followed by the wink off without any pause

(constantly trying to transmit).

Possible Causes

No communication is being made with the

Iridium Network.

Verify Signal Strength using Tracker Setup

Program.

Verify unit is outside, clear of obstructions

(hangars).

Verify customers service plan is fully activated with Service provider.

Verify that Inmarsat system, if on aircraft is deactivated or properly filtered.

Verify cable length and type is appropriate to achieve not more than 3dB loss at 1.6

GHz.

Check antenna placement on aircraft to be free of obstructions or shadowing.

Verify SIM Card PIN is deactivated. SIM comes de-pinned from factory, but a change in SIM card in the field can cause problems.

Check all antenna connections and cable.

Contact the Factory.

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Description of Problem

MMU display never reaches the “READY” page

Possible Causes

The initial power on test of the MMU and hand shaking with the transceiver should follow the below sequence.

2.

3.

1.

4.

The MMU should indicate software version and MSet version

MMU will display a “MMU

Starting”message.

After a pause, the MMU should display the Tracker Transceiver software and the software in the

LBT. This would be at least V4.7, and ISO6004.

MMU should display “Ready” and the signal strength.

If you don’t see the MMU version the MMU has failed. If you do not see the transceiver version, the communication between the

MMU and the transceiver has failed.

Check wiring between the MMU and

Transceiver in the later case.

If you never see the Ready Page, the unit has not registered on the Iridium network.

Check SIM card activation, antenna and antenna coax.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS

Samples of the FAA approved ICAs can be found at the Sky Connect website www.skyconnect.aero

under the support tab, and the manuals and guides link.

ICAs are provided for the various STCs Sky Connect holds on its products. These

ICAs may be used as reference material to develop your own ICA for an installation not covered by one of the STCs.

If you require assistance with certification issues, please call Technical Services group at 985-863-0954.

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INSTALLATION AND SYSTEMS DRAWINGS

The following attached drawings are presented as a suggestion on how the system could be installed. If you have any question on installation methods or techniques, please call Technical Services.

Electrical Interface of Components

Tray - 1616-105-01

Antennas

1616-880-00 Iridium

1616-880-01 Iridium

1616-880-02 Iridium

1616-880-04 GPS

1616-880-13 Combo Iridium/GPS

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AR

1

AR

AR

3

1

2

1

1 1

1

1

1

1

1

1

AR

1

3

1 (OPT)

1 (STD)

2

2

2

1

AR

1

3

1 (OPT)

1 (STD)

AR

3

2

4

AR

1

1

AR

AR

1

1

1

1

1

1

AR

1

3

1 (OPT)

1 (STD)

AR

AR

2

1

2

1 (OPT) 1 (OPT) 1 (OPT)

1 (OPT)

1 (STD)

1 (OPT)

1 (OPT)

1

1 (OPT)

1 (OPT)

1 (STD)

1 (OPT)

1 (OPT)

-15

1 (OPT)

1 (STD)

1

1 (OPT)

1 (OPT)

1 (STD)

1 (OPT)

1 (OPT)

-11

1 (OPT)

1

1 (OPT)

1 (OPT)

1 (STD)

1 (OPT)

1 (OPT)

-02

19

18

23

22

21

20

31

30

29

24

17

16

15

14

13

12

11

10

09

08

07

06

05

04

03

02

01

ITEM

MS25041-x

MS26574-3

MS26574-2

1616-721-04

(M39029/64-369)

1616-721-02

(M39029/63-368)

D20419

D20418

1616-722-04

(DE-24657)

1616-722-01

(DA-24658)

1616-722-02

(DB-24659)

1616-725-25

(D25000JVL0)

1616-720-01

(M24308/2-2F)

1616-720-04

(M24308/2-1F)

1616-720-05

(M24308/4-1F)

1616-720-02

(M24308/2-3F)

1616-105-02

(DD62F10Z00)

N/A

031-4427

031-4452

1616-880-04

(S67-1575-39)

1616-880-01

(AT2775-110GAO-TNCF)

1616-880-13

(L10-806)

1616-880-13

(5G1516RR-AP-XTT-1)

1616-905-02

1616-052-00

1616-052-02

1616-055-11

1616-055-13

1616-105-01

1616-050-05A

1616-050-04A

1616-050-03A

1616-050-02A

1616-050-01A

PART NUMBER

PARTS LIST

ANNUNCIATOR

CIRCUIT BREAKER, 3 AMP

CIRCUIT BREAKER, 2 AMP

CONTACT, 20G MALE

CONTACT, 20G FEMALE

DIALIGHT

KLIXON

KLIXON

SKY CONNECT

(CINCH)

SKY CONNECT

(CINCH)

MALE SCREWLOCK KIT

FEMALE SCREWLOCK KIT

HOOD 9

HOOD 15

HOOD 25

HOOD 25 WITH VIBRATION LOCK

D-SUB CONNECTOR, 15 F

D-SUB CONNECTOR, 9 F

D-SUB CONNECTOR, 9 M

D-SUB CONNECTOR, 25 F

D-SUB CONN KIT, 62 F HD

CANNON

CANNON

SKY CONNECT

(CINCH)

SKY CONNECT

(CINCH)

SKY CONNECT

(CINCH)

SKY CONNECT

(POSITRONICS)

SKY CONNECT

(CINCH)

SKY CONNECT

(CINCH)

SKY CONNECT

(CINCH)

SKY CONNECT

(CINCH)

SKY CONNECT

(POSITRONICS)

COAX CABLE, RG400 OR EQ.

CONNECTOR, BNC

CONNECTOR, TNC

GPS ANTENNA

IRIDIUM ANTENNA

IRIDIUM/GPS ANTENNA

BELDEN

AMPHENOL

AMPHENOL

SKY CONNECT

(SENSOR SYSTEMS)

SKY CONNECT

(AERO ANTENNA)

SKY CONNECT

(DAYTON-GRANGER)

SKY CONNECT

(ANTCOM)

CONFIGURATION MODULE

SOP 11 DIALER

SOP 11 DIALER, NVIS

MMU II, NVIS

SKY CONNECT

SKY CONNECT

SKY CONNECT

SKY CONNECT

MMU II

MOUNTING TRAY

TRANSCEIVER, AFF

TRANSCEIVER, 4 WIRE, NO GPS

SKY CONNECT

SKY CONNECT

SKY CONNECT

SKY CONNECT

TRANSCEIVER, 4 WIRE

SKY CONNECT

TRANSCEIVER, NO AUDIO, NO GPS SKY CONNECT

TRANSCEIVER, NO AUDIO

SKY CONNECT

DESCRIPTION SUPPLIER

Rev

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

2.0

Date

4/12/05

7/1/05

7/11/05

1/18/07

8/31/07

9/19/07

8/16/11

Revision History

Added Note 22

Changed note 6 and 17

Description

Expanded Parts List added #23

Added Note 24

Revised note #14

Revised notes, removed obsolete notes for A Model

Eliminated obsolete notes. Created complete parts list.

NOTES:

1.

Connect 22AWG spliced as shown to 18AWG.

2.

Optional "LINK" light may be used to indicate unit failure if light is illuminated. Check software options.

3.

All audio wires are twisted pairs. Shield floats at one end.

4.

All unused pins are reserved, DO NOT connect anything to reserved pins.

5.

All wire numbers are examples. Use what suits your installation.

6.

PC connector may be used for upgrades and PC data calls. Avoid long RS232 runs in noisy environments.

This port is NOT to be used for diagnostics connections of PC.

7.

See installation instructions on Coax. type, typically RG400.

8.

GPS antenna used in installations if GPS sensor installed in transceiver.

9.

Configuration module is optional.

12. Wire dimmer to 5-28VDC or through 1 amp breaker in absence of dimmer buss.

14. Squat/Collective/WOW switch is strongly recommended for helicopter, but optional for fixed wing A/C. Units with 4.5 or higher version of software may Depart and Arrive on GPS data changing.

19. If configuration module is installed these wires must not be more than 8" long.

21. Mount in remote location for easy access. Connect PC serial cable for unit configuration.

23. Lighting for Dialer is selected on the appropriate pins. When dimmer is turned off, lights will go to full brightness.

24. Pin 1 is back lighting, Pin 9 is power to the annunciators. Separate if needed. Use two stage dimming if needed to annunciators.

This data is provided as a CONFIDENTIAL and PRIVILEGED DOCUMENT by EMS Aviation. Any other use or reproduction without the expressed written consent of EMS Aviation is expressly forbidden. Any misuse of this document including (but not limited to) quotation in part without written consent of EMS Aviation is expressly forbidden.

All dimensions are in inches unless

Drawn

Michael Freyder 01/31/2005 otherwise specified.

Dimensions marked:

[X.XX] REF

are existing geometry, and are supplied as reference only.

[X.XX] TYP

are typical dimensions

Revised

Christopher Malpass

Checked / Approved

08/16/2011 are are supplied as reference only

Michael Freyder 08/16/2011

Sky Connect Tracker Installation

Tolerances, unless otherwise specified:

x.x ± .05" x.xx ± .01" x.xxx ± .005" x° ± 2°

DER Review

Filename

1616-910.dwg

Drawing Number

Size

B

Sheet

1 of 4

1616-910

Scale

N/A

Rev

2.0

TRANSCEIVER

01 02

4

JP1

12

+28V DC

+28V DC

+28V DC

21

42

62

22

22

22

GND

GND

GND

1

22

43

22

22

22

#1 RS232 DATA IN

#1 RS232 DATA OUT

#2 RS232 DATA IN HI

#2 RS232 DATA OUT HI

#2 RS232 LO

RS232 GND

52

31

50

48

32

10

1

SKY30A22S W

SKY30A22S B

SKY31A22S W

SKY31A22S B

SKY31A22S O

SKY1A18S W

SKY1A18S B

GPS DATA FROM GPS, AVIATION OR NMEA-0183 MARINE

MESSENGER DATA TO/FROM RS232 DEVICE

6

EVENT SWITCH 1 20

EVENT SWITCH 2 61

EVENT SWITCH 3 60

EVENT SWITCH 4 59

EVENT SWITCH 5 58

EVENT SWITCH 6 57

EVENT SWITCH 7 56

EVENT SWITCH 8 55

SKY40A22

SKY41A22

SKY42A22

SKY43A22

SKY44A22

SKY45A22

SKY46A22

SKY47A22

2

SKY50A22S G

31

SKY50B22S TO DIMMER BUSS

12

ANNUNCIATOR #1

ANNUNCIATOR #2

ANNUNCIATOR #3

ANNUNCIATOR #4

15

16

17

18

CONFIG DATA OUT

CONFIG DATA IN

CONFIG GND

SHIELD

47

49

30

13

CONFIG DATA OUT

CONFIG DATA IN

CONFIG GND

CONFIG PWR

CONFIG SCL

CONFIG SDA

DPL ENABLE

DPL GND

DPL Tx

DPL Rx

SHIELD

47

49

30

12

28

19

26

9

4

25

11

15 20 21 23 P10

SKY64B22S W

SKY64B22S B

SKY64B22S O

21

2

3

5

Diagnostic

Connector

OR

SKY60A22S W

SKY60A22S B

SKY60A22S O

SKY62A22S W

SKY62A22S B

SKY62A22S O

SKY61A22S W

SKY61A22S B

SKY65A22S W

SKY65A22S B

19

13 18 22 23 PJ20

6

8

9

2

3

5

13

17

15

14

CONFIGURATION MODULE

05

9

CONFIG DATA IN

CONFIG DATA OUT

CONFIG GND

CONFIG PWR

CONFIG SCL

CONFIG SDA

DPL POWER

DPL GND

DPL Rx

DPL Tx

DATA OUT

DATA IN

DATA LO

JP9

14 20 22 24

2

3

5

SKY64B22S W

SKY64B22S B

SKY64B22S O

15 20 21 23

P10

21

2

3

5

Diagnostic

Connector

29

3

NON ESS

BUSS

IRIDIUM ANTENNA

09

TNC

GPS ANTENNA

10

BNC

7

SKY102A

7 8

SKY109A

IRIDIUM ANTENNA

09

TNC

GPS ANTENNA BNC

10

7

SKY102A

7

SKY109A

8

11

11

11

11

OR

09

TNC

07

08

09

TNC

09

TNC

TNC

09

06

Rev

1.0

Date

11/7/06

Revision History

Description

Recreated drawing.

TRACKER SYSTEM WIRING

(1616-910-02)

Tracker Dash Numbers

#

Description

-01A Tracker with GPS

-02A Tracker no GPS

-03A Tracker with Phone and GPS

-04A Tracker with Phone and no GPS

-05A Tracker AFF with GPS

This data is provided as a CONFIDENTIAL and PRIVILEGED DOCUMENT by EMS Aviation. Any other use or reproduction without the expressed written consent of EMS Aviation is expressly forbidden. Any misuse of this document including (but not limited to) quotation in part without written consent of EMS Aviation is expressly forbidden.

All dimensions are in inches unless

Drawn

Michael Freyder 01/31/2005 otherwise specified.

Dimensions marked:

[X.XX] REF

are existing geometry, and are supplied as reference only.

[X.XX] TYP

are typical dimensions

Revised

Christopher Malpass

Checked / Approved

08/16/2011 are are supplied as reference only

Michael Freyder 08/16/2011

Sky Connect Tracker Installation

Tolerances, unless otherwise specified:

x.x ± .05" x.xx ± .01" x.xxx ± .005" x° ± 2°

DER Review

Filename

1616-910.dwg

Drawing Number

Size

B

Sheet

2 of 4

1616-910

Scale

N/A

Rev

1.0

NON ESS

BUSS TRANSCEIVER

01 02

4

JP1

12

+28V DC

+28V DC

+28V DC

21

42

62

22

22

22

GND

GND

GND

1

22

43

22

22

22

AUDIO HI

COMM LO

MIC HI

29

3

7

1

SKY1A18S W

SKY1A18S B

SKY2A22S W

SKY2A22S B

SKY3A22S W

SKY3A22S B

N/A FOR 1616-050-01A AND 1616-050-02A

ANNUNCIATOR #1

ANNUNCIATOR #2

ANNUNCIATOR #3

ANNUNCIATOR #4

15

16

17

18

AUDIO ENABLE

CONFIGURATION GND

2

9

RS232 DATA IN

RS232 DATA OUT

RS232 GND

50

48

32

CONFIG DATA OUT

CONFIG DATA IN

CONFIG GND

SHIELD

47

49

30

13

CONFIG DATA OUT

CONFIG DATA IN

CONFIG GND

CONFIG PWR

CONFIG SCL

CONFIG SDA

DPL ENABLE

DPL GND

DPL Tx

DPL Rx

SHIELD

47

49

30

12

28

19

26

9

4

25

11

3

AUDIO PANEL

(EXISTING)

COM 3 PHONE HI

COM 3 PHONE LO

COM 3 MIC HI

COM 3 MIC LO

AUDIO SHIELD

TWO STAGE DIMMER BUSS

SKY50A22S

SKY51A22S OPTIONAL LINK LIGHT

2

N/C

N/C

MAXIMUM LENGTH: 50.0' +0.00'

SKY63A22S W

SKY63A22S B

SKY63A22S O

15 20 21 23 P10

SKY64A22 W

SKY64A22 B

SKY64A22 O

21

2

3

5

Diagnostic

Connector

OR

SKY60A22S W

SKY60A22S B

SKY60A22S O

SKY62A22S W

SKY62A22S B

SKY62A22S O

SKY61A22S W

SKY61A22S B

SKY65A22S W

SKY65A22S B

19

13 18 22 23

PJ20

6

8

9

2

3

5

13

17

15

14

CONFIGURATION MODULE

05

9

CONFIG DATA IN

CONFIG DATA OUT

CONFIG GND

CONFIG PWR

CONFIG SCL

CONFIG SDA

DPL POWER

DPL GND

DPL Rx

DPL Tx

DATA OUT

DATA IN

DATA LO

JP9 14 20 22 24

2

3

5

SKY64B22S W

SKY64B22S B

SKY64B22S O

15 20 21 23 P10

21

2

3

5

Diagnostic

Connector

29

3

30

2

SKY7A22

W

31

Call in Progress

1A

2A

TB

1B

2B

13 17 23

PJ18

MMU II

MMU II P2

SKY8A22 1 11-33VDC INPUT

A

31

B

31

SKY10A22

SKY11A22

16 INCOMMING CALL

15 MESSAGE ALERT

21 5VDC DIMMER

22 12VDC DIMMER

23 28VDC DIMMER DIMMER BUSS

23

SKY9A22

14 20 21 24

PJ19

15 20 22 23

2

3

5

1

SKY63B22S W

SKY63B22S B

SKY63B22S O

SKY12A22N

25

24

12

RS232 DATA OUT

RS232 DATA IN

RS232 GND

EVENT SWITCH 6

EVENT SWITCH 5

EVENT SWITCH 1

EVENT SWITCH 2

EVENT SWITCH 3

EVENT SWITCH 4

EVENT SWITCH 8

EVENT SWITCH 7

60

59

55

56

57

58

20

61

RS232 GPS DATA IN

RS232 GPS LO

SHIELD

52

31

10

2

SKY90A22

SKY30A22 W

SKY30A22 B

IRIDIUM ANTENNA

09

TNC

GPS ANTENNA

10

BNC

7

7

SKY102A

8

SKY109A

14

SKY90B22

TWO STAGE DIMMER BUSS SKY9B22

GPS DATA FROM GPS, AVIATION OR NMEA-0183 MARINE

SKY96A22

SKY97A22

3A

3B

G

F

D

EMERGENCY SW

(EXAMPLE)

W W

R R

C

1A

1B

SKY95A22N

SKY99A22N

SKY98A22N

GND TB

1G

1J

1F

1H

11

11

11

OR

09

TNC

07

08

09

TNC

IRIDIUM ANTENNA

09

TNC

GPS ANTENNA BNC

10

7

SKY102A

7

SKY109A

8

09

TNC

TNC

09

06

11

03

Rev

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

1.7

1.8

1.9

2.0

Date

12/21/05

2/3/06

2/15/06

5/9/06

6/21/06

8/31/06

9/5/06

9/19/07

7/4/08

8/16/11

Revision History

Description

Added ICSM module change

Corrected DPL Gnd pin error on RT

Moved MMU to Msgr port

Corrected ISCM pinout

Removed pin 13 from MMU (not needed)

Corrected Pin 15 on MMU, change shielding P19

Moved call in progress to pin 16 of RT

Added Link Light note

Added MMU II notes

Recreated drawing.

TRACKER SYSTEM WIRING

WITH MMU II

(1616-910-11)

Tracker Dash Numbers

Description

#

-03A Tracker with Phone and GPS

-04A Tracker with Phone and no GPS

This data is provided as a CONFIDENTIAL and PRIVILEGED DOCUMENT by EMS Aviation. Any other use or reproduction without the expressed written consent of EMS Aviation is expressly forbidden. Any misuse of this document including (but not limited to) quotation in part without written consent of EMS Aviation is expressly forbidden.

All dimensions are in inches unless

Drawn

Michael Freyder 01/31/2005 otherwise specified.

Dimensions marked:

[X.XX] REF

are existing geometry, and are supplied as reference only.

[X.XX] TYP

are typical dimensions

Revised

Christopher Malpass

Checked / Approved

08/16/2011 are are supplied as reference only

Michael Freyder 08/16/2011

Sky Connect Tracker Installation

Tolerances, unless otherwise specified:

x.x ± .05" x.xx ± .01" x.xxx ± .005" x° ± 2°

DER Review

Filename

1616-910.dwg

Drawing Number

Size

B

Sheet

3 of 4

1616-910

Scale

N/A

Rev

2.0

TRANSCEIVER

01 02

4

JP1 12

+28V DC

+28V DC

+28V DC

21

42

62

22

22

22

GND

GND

GND

1

22

43

22

22

22

1

AUDIO HI

COMM LO

MIC HI

29

3

7

EVENT SWITCH 6 57

SKY1A18S W

SKY1A18S B

SKY2A22S W

SKY2A22S B

SKY3A22S W

SKY3A22S B

N/A FOR 1616-050-01A AND 1616-050-02A

SKY90A22

14

SKY90B22

3

AUDIO PANEL

(EXISTING)

COM 3 PHONE HI

COM 3 PHONE LO

COM 3 MIC HI

COM 3 MIC LO

AUDIO SHIELD

#1 RS232 DATA IN

#1 RS232 DATA OUT

52

31

SHIELD 10

EVENT SWITCH #2

EVENT SWITCH #3

61

60

EVENT SWITCH #4

EVENT SWITCH #5

EVENT SWITCH #7

EVENT SWITCH #8

EVENT SWITCH #1

ANNUNCIATOR #1

ANNUNCIATOR #2

59

58

56

55

20

15

16

CONFIG DATA OUT

CONFIG DATA IN

CONFIG GND

SHIELD

47

49

30

13

CONFIG DATA OUT

CONFIG DATA IN

CONFIG GND

CONFIG PWR

CONFIG SCL

CONFIG SDA

DPL ENABLE

DPL GND

DPL Tx

DPL Rx

SHIELD

47

49

30

12

28

19

26

9

4

25

11

29

3

NON ESS BUSS

SKY30A22S W

SKY30A22S B

SKY70A22S W

SKY70A22S B

SKY71A22S W

SKY71A22S B

SKY72A22S W

SKY72A22S B

SKY72A22S O

SKY73A22S

SKY74A22S

GPS DATA FROM GPS, AVIATION OR NMEA-0183 MARINE

15 20 21 23

P10

SKY64A22 W

SKY64A22 B

SKY64A22 O

21

2

3

5

Diagnostic

Connector

OR

SKY60A22S W

SKY60A22S B

SKY60A22S O

SKY62A22S W

SKY62A22S B

SKY62A22S O

SKY61A22S W

SKY61A22S B

SKY65A22S W

SKY65A22S B

19

13 18 22 23 PJ20

2

3

5

6

8

9

13

17

15

14

CONFIGURATION MODULE

05

9

CONFIG DATA IN

CONFIG DATA OUT

CONFIG GND

CONFIG PWR

CONFIG SCL

CONFIG SDA

DPL POWER

DPL GND

DPL Rx

DPL Tx

DATA OUT

DATA IN

DATA LO

JP9 14 20 22 24

2

3

5

SKY64B22S W

SKY64B22S B

SKY64B22S O

15 20 21 23 P10

21

2

3

5

Diagnostic

Connector

12

TO DIMMER BUSS SKY7A22

16 19 22 23

PJ11

SOP 11

04

24

SKY79A22

SKY78A22

1

9

13

14

15

11

7

6

8

4

3

6-28VDC FACE DIMMER

6-28VDC ANNUNCIATOR DIMMER

DIALER 1

DIALER 2

DIALER 4

DIALER 8

CODE

EMERGENCY

POSITION

TRACKER STATUS

DIALER STATUS

SKY10A22N 5 GND

IRIDIUM ANTENNA

09

TNC

GPS ANTENNA

10

BNC

7

SKY102A

7 8

SKY109A

IRIDIUM ANTENNA

09

TNC

GPS ANTENNA BNC

10

7

SKY102A

7

SKY109A

8

11

11

11

11

OR

09

TNC

07

08

09

TNC

09

TNC

TNC

09

06

Rev

1.1

1.2

1.3

2.0

Date

11/7/06

12/8/06

1/18/07

8/16/11

Revision History

Description

Added 3000U wiring

Corrected 3000U interface

Added pin 9 to dialer

Recreated drawing. Removed 3000U wiring.

TRACKER SYSTEM WIRING

WITH SOP 11 DIALER

(1616-910-11)

Tracker Dash Numbers

#

Description

-03A Tracker with Phone and GPS

-04A Tracker with Phone and no GPS

This data is provided as a CONFIDENTIAL and PRIVILEGED DOCUMENT by EMS Aviation. Any other use or reproduction without the expressed written consent of EMS Aviation is expressly forbidden. Any misuse of this document including (but not limited to) quotation in part without written consent of EMS Aviation is expressly forbidden.

All dimensions are in inches unless

Drawn

Michael Freyder 01/31/2005 otherwise specified.

Dimensions marked:

[X.XX] REF

are existing geometry, and are supplied as reference only.

[X.XX] TYP

are typical dimensions

Revised

Christopher Malpass

Checked / Approved

08/16/2011 are are supplied as reference only

Michael Freyder 08/16/2011

Sky Connect Tracker Installation

Tolerances, unless otherwise specified:

x.x ± .05" x.xx ± .01" x.xxx ± .005" x° ± 2°

DER Review

Filename

1616-910.dwg

Drawing Number

Size

B

Sheet

4 of 4

1616-910

Scale

N/A

Rev

2.0

B

ITEM

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

QTY

1

1

1

5

1

1

1

1

4

PARTS LIST

PART NUMBER

1616-105-0101

1616-105-0102

1616-105-0103

DESCRIPTION

Body, Transceiver Tray

Foot, Transceiver Tray

Hinge Clip, Transceiver Tray

MS 20426-AD4-4 Rivet

1616-105-0105 Knob, Transceiver Tray

1616-105-0106

1616-105-0107

1616-105-0108

MATERIAL

Aluminum-5052

Aluminum-5052

Aluminum-5052

Aluminum-2117-T4

Aluminum-6061

Tension Screw, Transceiver Tray Stainless Steel

Tension Lock, Transceiver Tray

Hinge Nut, Transceiver Tray

Aluminum-6061

Aluminum-6061

VENDOR

Marelco Sheet Metal

Marelco Sheet Metal

Marelco Sheet Metal

Marelco Sheet Metal

Marelco Sheet Metal

Marelco Sheet Metal

Marelco Sheet Metal

3

4 4PL

STOCK NUMBER

IC020503-1

IC020503-2

IC020503-3

MS 20426-AD4-4

1616-105-0105

1616-105-0106

1616-105-0107

1616-105-0108

2

REV

-

A

B

C

1

ECO

N/A

N/A

Initial Release

REVISION HISTORY

DESCRIPTION

Added component information

08010

Moved component information onto individual drawings.

Thickened tray body. Changed notches on knob

10019

Added Center of Gravity information.

DATE

04/12/2007

06/28/2007

03/04/2009

7/14/2010

APPRO

MLF

MLF

MLF

MLF

1

4

B

"K" 2.62

`

.04

"W" 2.88

`

.04

"G" 1.835

`

.02

1.441

5.461

"B" 10.22

`

.02

"A" 10.72

`

.04

A

"E" .725

`

.040

.482

Center of Gravity

2

NOTE:

1. The Center of Gravity is calculated based on the shown position of the knob. Any shift in knob position will result in a corresponding shift in the Center of Gravity.

4 3

5

6

2

3

7

8

This data is provided as a CONFIDENTIAL and PRIVILEGED DOCUMENT by Sky Connect. Any other use or reproduction without the expressed written consent of Sky Connect is expressly forbidden. Any misuse of this document including (but not limited to) quotation in part without written consent of Sky Connect is expressly forbidden.

Drawn

Wesley Hastings

4/13/2007

All dimensions are in inches unless otherwise specified.

Dimensions marked:

[X.XX] REF

are existing geometry, and are supplied as reference only.

[X.XX] TYP

are typical dimensions and are supplied as reference only.

Tolerances, unless otherwise specified:

x.x ± .05" x.xx ± .01" x.xxx ± .005" x° ± 2°

Revised

Wesley Hastings

Checked / Approved

Michael Freyder

DER Review

Filename

7/14/2010

7/14/2010

1616-105-01.dwg

Tray, Transceiver Mounting

Drawing Number

Size

B

Sheet

1616-105-01

1 of 1

Scale

1:1

Rev

C

1

A

4 3

B

1.900

R.50

.810

NITRILE O-RING

A

CONNECTOR CLEARANCE HOLE 0.56" DIA.

SKY CONNECT P/N

FAA-PMA LABEL

1616-820-13

TSO

1.900

n

.203 x

.600

w n

.400 X 100°

S R10.00

.600

.650

.200

.283

MFR P/N

4 3

2

REV

-

A

B

ECO

N/A

N/A

10029

REVISION HISTORY

DESCRIPTION

Initial Release

Added PMA label, additional specifications, and Note 1.

Changed PMA label to Sky Connect P/N FAA-PMA label (1616-820-13)

1

DATE

6/13/2006

9/23/2010

12/13/2010

APPROVED

MLF

MLF

MLF

SPECIFICATIONS:

FREQUENCY: 1595

`

30 MHz

(-1.5 dB BAND WIDTH)

POLARIZATION: RIGHT HAND CIRCULAR

AXIAL RATIO: 3.0dB MAX

RADIATION COVERAGE: 4.0 dBic θ = 0°

-1.0 dBic 0° < θ < 75°

-4.5

-2.5 dBic 75° ≤ θ < 80°

80°

-7.5 dBic θ = 90°

IMPEDANCE: 50 OHMS

VSWR: ≤ 2.0:1

CONNECTOR: TNC, TYPE FEMALE

WEIGHT: 8.0 oz MAX

MATERIAL: BASE - A380 ALUMINUM ALLOY CASTING

RADOME - ULTEM 2200

FINISH: WHITE POLYURETHANE

ALTITUDE: 70,000'

OPERATING TEMP: -55°C TO +85°C

MANUFACTURER: AERO ANTENNA

MFR P/N: AT2775-110GAW-TNCF-000-00-00-NM

TSO: C-144

NOTES:

1. O-RING(M83461/1-133) AND MOUNTING

SCREWS(10-32UNF-2A) SUPPLIED BY AEROANTENNA.

B

2

This data is provided as a CONFIDENTIAL and PRIVILEGED DOCUMENT by Sky Connect. Any other use or reproduction without the expressed written consent of Sky Connect is expressly forbidden. Any misuse of this document including (but not limited to) quotation in part without written consent of Sky Connect is expressly forbidden.

Drawn

J. Staehle 6/13/2006

All dimensions are in inches unless otherwise specified.

Dimensions marked:

[X.XX] REF

are existing geometry, and are supplied as reference only.

[X.XX] TYP

are typical dimensions and are supplied as reference only.

Tolerances, unless otherwise specified:

x.x ± .05" x.xx ± .01" x.xxx ± .005" x° ± 2°

Revised

Wesley Hastings

Checked / Approved

Michael Freyder

DER Review

Filename

12/13/2010

12/13/2010

1616-880-01 Rev B.dwg

Antenna, Iridium Passive

Drawing Number

Size

B

Sheet

1616-880-01

1 of 1

Scale

1:1

Rev

B

1

A

4 3

5.026

2

REV

IR

ECO

N/A Initial Release

REVISION HISTORY

DESCRIPTION

1

DATE

4/5/2010

APPROVED

MLF

2.200

B

.800

B

2.119

.721

.572

A

O-RING

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

WEIGHT: 7.84oz

MATERIAL: 6061-T6 ALUMINUM

ALTITUDE: 70,000'

OPERATING TEMP: -67°F TO 185°F

IRIDIUM SPECIFICATIONS:

FREQUENCY: 1616MHz

POLARIZATION: RHCP

ANTENNA GAIN: 5.0dB @ ZENITH

VSWR: <1.5:1

POWER HANDLING: 30W

GPS SPECIFICATIONS:

FREQUENCY: 1575.42MHz

POLARIZATION: RHCP

ANTENNA GAIN: 4.6dB @ ZENITH

VSWR: <1.5:1

POWER HANDLING: 1W

.148

GPS: TNC FEMALE (BLUE)

4 3

.784

.937

S R6.0

4X n

.201 THRU wn

.385 X 100°

FOR 10-32 MOUNTING SCREWS

.406

.143

IRIDIUM: TNC FEMALE (RED)

2

This data is provided as a CONFIDENTIAL and PRIVILEGED DOCUMENT by Sky Connect. Any other use or reproduction without the expressed written consent of Sky Connect is expressly forbidden. Any misuse of this document including (but not limited to) quotation in part without written consent of Sky Connect is expressly forbidden.

Drawn

Christopher Malpass

4/5/2010

All dimensions are in inches unless otherwise specified.

Dimensions marked:

[X.XX] REF

are existing geometry, and are supplied as reference only.

[X.XX] TYP

are typical dimensions and are supplied as reference only.

Tolerances, unless otherwise specified:

x.x ± .05" x.xx ± .01" x.xxx ± .005" x° ± 2°

Revised

Checked / Approved

Michael Freyder

DER Review

Filename

1616-880-13.dwg

4/5/2010

Iridium/GPS Antenna

Drawing Number

Size

B

Sheet

1616-880-13

1 of 1

Scale

1:1

Rev

IR

1

A