Description, Operation, Installation And Maintenance Manual
This manual includes data for the equipment that follows:
Component
Emergency Locator Transmitter453-5012G406-4
Part No.Model No.
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AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS
The Airworthiness limitations section is FAA approved and specifies inspections and other maintenance
required under 14 CFR§ 43.16 and 91.403, unless an alternative program has been approved.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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REV NO.DCN NO.DCN DATEREV NO.DCN NO.DCN DATE
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FDCA W9414Apr 06/2010
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1.Manual Usage
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A.General
(1)This manual describes the operation, installation, and maintenance of the Model G406-4
emergency locator transmitter (ELT). This information is provided to ensure initial and
continued airworthiness. Information presented in this manual is accurate at time of printing,
but is subject to change. Refer to the Artex products web site at www.acrelectronics.com for
the latest information and any updates to this manual.
(2)Information on COSPAS-SARSAT emergency locator beacon registration requirements and
procedures is provided in Appendix A – ELT Registration, on page 77.
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INTRODUCTION
(3)Web links provided in this manual were accurate at time of printing but may be subject to
change.
(4)ACR Electronics reserves the right to add approved components to the ELT system; including,
but not limited to antennas, remote switches, and coaxial cables.
(5)Regulatory references contained herein are generally confined to United States and Canadian
requirements and, in any case, should not be considered all encompassing. Consult your
national aviation authority for applicable requirements.
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B.Application
(1)This manual constitutes supporting data/documentation for the G406-4 ELT, including:
(a)Description and Operation
(b)Test and Fault Isolation (includes inspection criteria)
(c)Removal
(d)Installation
(e)Registration
(f)Illustrated Parts List
(2)In the United States, the G406-4 ELT must be installed and maintained in accordance with the
requirements herein and 14 CFR, FAR Parts 43, and 91; and other airworthiness requirements,
as applicable.
(3)In Canada, the G406-4 ELT must be installed and maintained in accordance with the
requirements herein and Canadian Aviation Regulations (CAR), Part V, Paragraph 551.104 and
other CAR airworthiness requirements, as applicable.
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(4)G406-4 ELT installation and maintenance in all other countries must comply with the
requirements herein and applicable national airworthiness requirements.
(5)The accessories (i.e., remote switch and antennas) addressed in this manual are the
accessories most commonly associated with the G406-4 ELT. Other options, such as a
different remote switch configuration or an ELT/NAV Interface, should be installed and
maintained in accordance with the written instructions specific to the accessory.
NOTE
:Contact ACR Electronics for optional accessories approved for use with the G406-4
ELT.
(6)To ensure proper operation, only parts listed in the Illustrated Parts List of this manual or
those recommended by ACR Electronics may be used as replacement parts for the G406-4
ELT.
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2.Model Description
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A.G406-4
(1)The G406-4 is a type AF (Automatic Fixed) ELT, which transmits on 121.5, 243.0, and 406
MHz.
(2)The ELT is enclosed within a multi-piece mounting frame consisting of a mounting tray,
protective top cover and mounting frame cap.
(3)When ordered as a system, an installation kit, cockpit remote switch, coax cables, audible
buzzer, and dual input antenna are provided.
NOTE
:The G406-4 ELT may be ordered with separate 121.5/243.0 MHz and 406 MHz
antennas, rather than a single, dual input antenna.
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3.Approvals
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A.G406-4
(1)FAA TSO C126, Type AF
(a)The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this article are minimum
performance standards. It is the responsibility of those installing this article either on or
within a specific type or class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation
conditions are within TSO standards. TSO articles must have separate approval for
installation in an aircraft. The article may be installed only if performed under 14 CFR
Part 43 or the applicable airworthiness requirements.
(2)Transport Canada - Type Certificate Data Sheet AP-47, Issue 2
(3)Industry Canada Certification Number 1215873110AF
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(4)JTSO-2C126
(5)COSPAS-SARSAT - Certificate No. 112 or 170
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B.Battery
CAUTION
(1)The lithium battery pack used on the G406-4 ELT is certified under TSO C142.
(2)The DO-160D environmental categories breakdown is detailed in Table 1, on page 19.
:LITHIUM BATTERY SAFETY CONCERNS INCLUDE THE POSSIBILITY OF FIRE, VENTING
VIOLENTLY, AND VENTING OF TOXIC GASES.
(a)The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this battery are minimum
performance standards. It is the responsibility of those desiring to install this battery in a
specific type or class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation conditions are
within the TSO standards. The battery may be installed only if further evaluation by
applicant documents an acceptable installation and is approved by the Administrator.
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Table 1. Environmental Categories Breakdown
CATEGORYSECTIONDESCRIPTION
C14.0Temperature/Altitude
-4.5.4In-Flight Loss of Cooling
B5.0Temperature Variation
A6.0Humidity
2047.0/8.0Operational Shock and Crash Safety/Vibration
X9.0Explosion
R10.0Waterproofness
X11.0Fluids Susceptibility
X12.0Sand and Dust
X13.0Fungus
X14.0Salt Spray
X15.0Magnetic Effect
Z16.0Power Input
A17.0Voltage Spike
Z18.0Audio Frequency Susceptibility
Z19.0Induced Signal Susceptibility
20420.0Radio Frequency Susceptibility
B21.0Emission of RF Energy
X22.0Lightning
X23.0Lightning Direct Effects
X24.0Icing
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4.Frequency Allocations
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A.Application
(1)This section addresses the 406.0-406.1 MHz transmitter window and the specific frequency
band allocations residing above 406.025 MHz, beginning with 406.028 MHz, which are
assigned or reserved within the 406.0-406.1 MHz distress frequency window.
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B.Discussion
(1)The 406 MHz transmitter frequency of the G406-4 ELT was originally 406.025 MHz. In order to
comply with COSPAS-SARSAT frequency allocation requirements, changes to the 406 MHz
frequency may occur since the original release of this product.
(2)While the original G406-4 ELTs covered by this manual transmit on 406.025 MHz, current
G406-4 ELTs may not. The product identification label on each ELT specifies the transmitting
frequencies of the individual ELT. The 406 MHz component may be 406.025, 406.028,
406.037 MHz, etc. Allocation of frequencies, based on beacon population per specified
frequency band, is controlled by COSPAS-SARSAT.
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(3)The frequency references throughout this manual for the 406 MHz component should be
considered the baseline and the specific frequency indicated on the ELT product label should
be substituted if it differs from 406.025 MHz.
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5.List of Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Definitions
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Term
ACAdvisory Circular – A Federal Aviation Administration (USA) bulletin
AWGAmerican Wire Gauge – An electrical wire diameter standard. Look for
BNC CONNECTORA very common type of coax cable connector having a 50 imped-
CARCanadian Aviation Regulations – The rules and regulations governing
CFRCode of Federal Regulations – The general and permanent rules pub-
CONTAINERThe term “Container”, within the context of this document, refers to a
Definition
with special information. For the purposes of this document, the acronym AC does not refer to electrical alternating current.
this acronym in front of or following a wire size number.
ance and used for RF signal connections.
the manufacture, certification, operation, maintenance, and alteration
of aircraft in Canada.
lished in the Federal Register by the executive departments and
agencies of the Federal Government. Title 14, “Aeronautics and
Space” contains the FARs.
device designed to suppress RF signals, such that the broadcast of an
ELT placed in the container cannot reach the SAR satellite system.
COSPAS-SARSATThe international search and rescue consortium that governs the
international satellite-based search and rescue distress alert detection
and information distribution system. For a complete description go to
the official web site for the International COSPAS-SARSAT Program.
DERDesignated Engineering Representative – An individual qualified and
designated by the FAA to approve, or recommend approval, of technical data to the FAA.
DRIP LOOPExtra wire length used to form a U-shaped bend in a wire or cable.
Water or other fluids will flow down to the bottom of the loop and
drip off. Electrical connections are made at the top of the loop.
ELTEmergency Locator Transmitter – ELTs are installed on aircraft and
used to send emergency signals to the SAR satellite system. The
word “Beacon” is associated with these devices.
EMIElectromagnetic Interference – An undesirable disturbance that
affects an electrical circuit due to either electromagnetic conduction
or electromagnetic radiation emitted from an external source. Also
called radio frequency interference or RFI.
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EUROCAEEuropean Organization for Civil Aviation Equipment – EUROCAE docu-
ments are widely referenced as a means of compliance to European
Technical Standard Orders (ETSOs) and other regulatory documents.
FAAFederal Aviation Administration – The United States government
agency for aircraft safety and regulation.
FARFederal Aviation Regulations – The rules and regulations governing
the manufacture, certification, operation, maintenance, repair, and
alteration of aircraft in the United States.
FORM 337FAA Form 337 is required anytime a major repair and/or major altera-
tion is performed on an aircraft. Refer to FAR, Part 43, Appendix A
and the definitions of Major Repair/Alteration contained in FAR, Part 1
for guidance.
FSDOFlight Standards District Office – FAA district offices responsible for
aircraft certification, operation, maintenance, and modification issues,
approvals and enforcement.
G-SWITCHA velocity switch that detects sudden de-acceleration and is used to
automatically activate an ELT. May also be referred to as a “crash
sensor”.
LEDLight Emitting Diode – Semiconductor device that emits light when
current is passed through it. Usually used as a status or warning indicator.
MILThe three-letter acronym that stands for “Military” and proceeds mili-
tary specifications and standards numbers (e.g., MIL-W-xxxx would
indicate a wire specification and MIL-STD-xxxx would indicate a standard).
P/NPart Number – Refers to an ACR Electronics part number, unless oth-
erwise noted. Part numbers are also indicated with parentheses (e.g.,
XXX-XXXX).
PLUGThe term “Plug”, within the context of this document, refers to the
male half of an electrical connector.
RECEPTACLEThe term “Receptacle”, within the context of this document, refers to
the female half of an electrical connector.
RFRadio Frequency – The range of electromagnetic radiation that con-
stitutes the radio spectrum and corresponds to the frequency of alternating current electrical signals used to produce and detect radio
waves.
RTCARadio Technical Commission for Aeronautics – Organization that
makes recommendations for airworthiness. Refer to http://
www.rtca.org/aboutrtca.asp for more information.
RTVA rubbery silicon-based adhesive typically used to prevent vibration
problems and water intrusion.
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SARSearch and Rescue
SCREEN ROOMThe term “Screen Room”, within the context of this document, refers
to a room designed to suppress RF signals, such that the broadcast of
an ELT placed in the screen room cannot reach the SAR satellite system.
SERVICE LOOPA length of wire or cable, at the connection point, of sufficient length
to allow a component to be withdrawn from its mounting position and
disconnected from its associated wiring.
TETHERA tether is a cord or similar device that anchors something movable
to a stationary point or anchors two items together, such that they
cannot become separated beyond the length of the tether.
TNC CONNECTORA threaded version of a BNC connector.
TPS CONNECTORA small, rugged, three-pin bayonet locking connector designed for
use when space and weight limitations are of primary concern.
TSOTechnical Standard Order – A TSO is a minimum performance stan-
dard issued by the FAA for specified materials, parts, processes, and
appliances used on civil aircraft.
UTCCoordinated Universal Time – A time standard based on International
Atomic Time. UTC is the time system used in aviation and is often
associated with Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and/or “Zulu” time.
VHFVery High Frequency – The 30 MHz to 300 MHz radio frequency band.
VSWRVoltage Standing Wave Ratio – Electrical signals will “echo” back on a
wire if load impedance is not matched to the impedance of the wire.
VSWR is a measurement of the amount of voltage being “echoed,”
compared to the original signal.
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6.References
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A.Regulatory Documents
(1)The following regulatory documents are referred to herein. When referring to such
documents, it is the manual user’s responsibility to ensure they are using the latest revision or
release of such documents. To that end, the revision designator of specific document numbers
has not been included, with the exception of the RTCA document listing, which reflects the
revision level of the documents at the time of TSO testing and certification.
(2)Except in the case of a printed manual, reference documents available on-line or source
locations are linked to applicable web sites.
(3)United States
(a)AC 43-9, “Maintenance Records”
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(b)AC 43-210, “Standardized Procedures for Requesting Field Approval of Data, Major
Alterations, and Repairs”
(c)AC 43.9-1, “Instructions for Completion of FAA Form 337”
(d)AC 43-13-1, “Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices – Aircraft Inspection and
Repair”
(e)AC 43.13-2, “Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Alterations”
(f)FAR, Part 43, “Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and Alteration”
(g)FAR, Part 91, “General Operating and Flight Rules”
(4)Canada
(a)CAR, Part V, “Airworthiness”
(b)CAR, Part VI, “General Operating and Flight Rules”
(5)COSPAS-SARSAT
(a)C/S G.005, “Cospas-Sarsat Guidelines on 406 MHz Beacon Coding, Registration and
Type Approval”
(b)C/S S.007, “Handbook of Beacon Regulations”
(6)RTCA – The following documents are available for purchase at RTCA’s web site www.rtca.org,
or by mail:
(a)DO-160D, “Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment”
(b)DO-178B, “Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification”
(c)DO-182, “Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) Equipment Installation and
Performance”
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(d)DO-183, “Minimal Operational Performance Standards for Emergency Locator
Transmitters - Automatic Fixed-ELT (AF), Automatic Portable-ELT (AP), Automatic
Deployable-ELT (AD), Survival-ELT (S) Operating on 121.5 and 243.0 MHz”
(e)DO-204, “Minimal Operational Performance Standards for 406 MHz Emergency Locator
Transmitters (ELT)”
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B.Other Documents
(1)The following documents are available on-line at the Artex products web site at
www.acrelectronics.com, or from ACR Electronics upon request.
(a)570-1000, “ELT Test Set (ETS) Operation Manual”
(b)570-4602, “ELT/NAV Interface Description, Operation, Installation and Maintenance
Manual”
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