Ameri-King АК-451 User Manual

Document No. ICA-451

OPERATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS (ICA) MANUAL

FOR

MODEL AK-451-( ) Series

406 MHz ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter with GPS/NAV position

AMERI - KING CORPORATION

17881 Sampson Lane

Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

PREPARED BY	AMERI-KING CORP.			PAGE
Q. Phan				NO.
DATE: 10-22-08	SUBJECT			2
CHECKED BY	OPERATIONS AND		REPORT	REV NO.
	INSTRUCTIONS FOR
K. Van	CONTINUED		NO.
DATE: 10-22-08			IM-451	NC-1
	AIRWORTHINESS (ICA)
	MANUAL

PREPARED BY: _______________________________________ DATE: 4/4/07

Quang Phan, Senior Design Engineer

APPROVED BY: _______________________________________ DATE: 4/8/07

Keith Van, Engineering Manager

APPROVED BY: _______________________________________ DATE: 4/10/07

Victor Vu, General Manager

REVISION TABLE

	REVISION	DESCRIPTION	CHANGED	APPROVED	DATE
			BY	BY
	NC	First Release	Q.P.	K. V.	10-22-
					2008
	NC-1	Add Periodic
		Maintenance Check List	Q.P.	K.V.	10-24-
		with Compliance Cross			08
		References

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DOCUMENT NO.: IM-451 REV. NC

APPLICABILITY

Model/Part	Fixed Whip	Or Fixed Rod	Or Fixed	Portable Whip
No.:	Antenna	Antenna	Blade Antenna	Antenna
	451017-1B	451017-2A	451017-3A	451017-4S
	406/121.5	406/121.5/243	406/121.5/243	406/121.5/243
	MHz	MHz	MHz	MHz
AK451-	S	S	S	-
(AF)	S	S	S	M
AK451-	-	-	-	M
(AF)(AP)	-	-	-	M
AK - 451-
(AP)
AK - 451-(S)

M: Mandatory. The respective model must be accompanied by this antenna. S: Selective. The respective model must be accompanied by at least 1 of these antennas.

- : Not applicable

4500010-1: Battery Package, Lithium, LiMnO2, 90 Hrs Lasting.

TS-451: Computer Test Set and ELT Coding Equipment for AK-451

		TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents............................................................................................			4
List of Figures.................................................................................................			6
		SECTION I
		GENERAL INFORMATION &
		BATTERY REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
1.1	Scope	............................................................................................	7
1.2	Overview ..........................................................................................		7
	1.2.1	Application and Equipment Limitation..............................	7
	1.2.2	Certification .......................................................................	8
1.3	Technical Characteristics..................................................................		8
1.4	Battery replacement instructions ......................................................		13
	1.4.1	ELT main unit battery replacement instructions ................	13
	1.4.2	ELT remote unit battery replacement instructions .............	15
		SECTION II
		OPERATIONS
2.1	General	........................................................................................	16
2.2	Operation ........................................................................................		17
2.3	Transmitter Functional Test .................................................................		17
	2.3.1	Main Switch ON/OFF/ARM Operation.................................	18
	2.3.2	Transmitter ID Programming and Self-Test ..........................	18
	2.3.3	System Integration Test .........................................................	19
	2.3.4	Green ON Lights and Buzzer Sound Functions.....................	22
	2.3.5	Transmitter Functional Test for ELT-(S) only.......................	22

SECTION III

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS (ICA)

3.1	Periodic Maintenance (Instructions for Continued Airworthiness)....		26
	3.1.1	Secure Inspection...................................................................	26
	3.1.2	Corrosion Inspection for Coaxial Cable.................................	26

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3.1.3	Corrosion Inspection for Remote Wiring Modular Cable	......26
3.1.4	Expiration Date Check............................................................	26
3.1.5	Battery Leakage Check...........................................................	26
3.1.6	Operational Test .....................................................................	26
3.1.7.1	G-Switch Check......................................................................	26
3.1.7.2	Antenna Check .......................................................................	27
3.1.8	Verification of Digital Message..............................................	27
3.1.9	Verification of Registration ....................................................	29
3.1.10	Verification of ELT/GPS interface.........................................	30
3.1.10.1 ELT to GPS Interface Information ..................................		30
3.1.10.2 ELT/GPS Interface Communication Formats .................		31
3.1.10.3 ELT/FMC Interface and Checkout Process.....................		32

3.1.10.424-Bit Address Maintenance Check (mandatory for Installations reprogramming

	by Ameri-King’s authorized dealer)................................	33
3.1.10.5 GPS Position Test............................................................		33
3.2 Periodic Maintenance (Instructions for Continued Airworthiness) for
Canadian Installation ............................................................................		35
3.2.1	Regular Periodic Maintenance Test........................................	36
3.2.2	Power output test, Performance Testing .................................	36
3.2.3	Frequency Test / Current Draw Test, Performance Testing ...	38
3.2.4	Audio Modulation, Performance Testing ...............................	40

3.2.5Transmitter Functional Test…..……………………………..40

3.2.6	Performance Test Marking and Log Book Entry ...................	40
3.2.7	Shipping..................................................................................	40
Periodic Maintenance Check List With Compliance Cross References ..........		41

List of Figures
Figure 1: Front view of ELT...........................................................................	15
Figure 2: 3-D view of ELT .............................................................................	15
Figure 3: ELT Front Panels-Main Unit and Remote Unit...............................	20
Figure 4: Battery Replacement for ELT Main Unit........................................	14
Figure 5: Battery Replacement for ELT Main Unit (Actual View) ................	14
Figure 6: Battery Replacement for ELT Remote Unit ....................................	15
Figure 7: ELT-(S) complete assembly with antenna.......................................	24
Figure 8: Verify parameter setting..................................................................	34

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SECTION I

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1SCOPE

This manual contains information necessary for the Operations and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) of the model AK-451, Emergency Locator Transmitter, manufactured by Ameri-King Corporation, California, U.S.A.

1.2OVERVIEW

. The Ameri-King AK-451-( ) Series is a FAA TSO C-126/91a approved, EASA ETSO approved, 406 MHz ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter, Types (AF) Automatic Fixed, (AP) Automatic Portable, (S) Survival. It may transmit aircraft GPS/NAV position data, immediately and accurately, on triple (406 Satellite /243 Military /121.5 Civilian) MHz frequencies.

1.2.1Application and Equipment Limitation.

This manual constitutes FAA approved data as described in AC 43.9-1E, paragraph (h)(2) and AC 43-201, chapter 2, paragraph 201(a)(6) for major alterations. Not all installations are “major”; consult your local FAA ACO for clarification.

In Canada, Installation of an ELT in an aeronautical product is carried out under a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC). This is a separate regulatory requirement and should therefore be in a separate document manual for the Operations and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA).

The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this article are minimum performance standards. It is the responsibility of those desiring to install this article on a specific type or class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within the TSO standards. TSO articles must have separate approval for installation in an aircraft. The article may be installed only if further evaluation by the applicant documents an acceptable installation and it is approved by the FAA Administrator. The article may be installed only if performed under 14 CFR parts 43 or the applicable airworthiness requirement. For installations outside of the US, contact your local civil aviation authority for guidance (Ref. TSO-C126 paragraph D).

Lithium battery safety concerns include the possibility of fire, venting violently, and venting of toxic gases (Ref. TSO-C126 paragraph 5.a.(2)).

The AK-451 ELT described in this manual was designed, tested and certified as a complete system including the following components:

•ELT Transmitter w/ integral battery

•ELT Mounting Tray and Velcro Holder

•ELT Antenna and Coaxial Cable Assembly

•ELT Remote Switch and Remote Wiring Cable Assembly

•ELT Audible Buzzer Monitor unit and T-Adapter Connector

Note:

Only Ameri-King approved system components may be used for a TSO approved system.

1.2.2Certification:

The AK-451 has been certified to the following:

•FAA TSO-C126

•FAA TSO-C91a

•ETSO-2C126 per European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)

•FAR Part 91 – mandatory automatic ELT requirements

•Cospas-Sarsat T.001

47 CFR Part 87 (FCC requirements) Note: Per FCC regulations 47 CFR § 2.902, the ELT is tested per “Verification” method.

Note:

The AK-451 is certified to meet the requirements of FAA TSO-C126, TSO-C91a and EASA ETSO-2C126 per EUROCAE ED-62. For use outside the US or EASA member states, contact your local civil aviation authority for ELT requirements.

Note:

There is no electronic connection between TCAS or Mode S systems and the ELT, only the ID number is common. The ELT may accept aircraft GPS/NAV Lat/Long position data, then transmits the position data on the 406 MHz digital long messages..

1.3TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

SPECIFICATIONS: CHARACTERISTICS:

APPROVALS: FAA TSO-C126 / C91a,

and EASA ETSO-2C126/2C91a

BATTERIES:

4500010-1: Battery Pack, Lithium, LiMnO2, 90 Hrs lasting, 4D cells

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PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
•	SIZE AND WEIGHT:
	Main Unit:		(4.27”Wx2.95”Hx5.64”L) 1lbs 14oz
	Remote Unit:		(1.58”W x 0.65”H x 2.00”L) 1.0 oz
	Transport Blade type, 451 017-3: 600 Knots airspeed, 1.4 lbs
	Business Rod type, 451 017-2:		350 Knots airspeed, 0.5 lb
	General Aviation whip type,
		451 017-1:	250 Knots airspeed, 0.25 lb
	Portable Antenna, 451 017-4:		(17”L) 4.0 oz
	Mounting Tray & Velcro holder:		(4.51”W x 0.75”H x 5.87”L) 4.0 oz
•	MOUNTING HOLE SPACING:
Mounting Tray:		4 Trapezoid Corners (L1=2.76”; L2=1.76”; H=2.01”)
Remote Unit:		4 Rectangular Corners (1.825”W x 0.490”H)
Fixed Antenna:		7 / 5 / 1 Holes (0.500” Diameter) for Blade / Rod / Whip
		respectively

•CASE AND COLOR:

No Sharp Edges, High Impact, Flame Retorted, Fire Resistant, Waterproof, High, Temperature ABS Plastic. Safety International Orange Color.

•GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS (STANDARD CONDITIONS):

•	TRANSMITTER:
	Operating Frequencies:	406.028 MHz ± 0.001 MHz
		121.500 MHz ± 0.0025 %
		243.000 MHz ± 0.0025 %
		Short term stability ≤ 2 x 10 −9 /100ms
		Medium slope -1 to +1x10 −9 /min
	Modulation	Medium Residual variant ≤ 3 x 10 −9
	Characteristics:	Audio Sweep Frequency: Download
		Sweeping:	(1600-300) Hz
		Sweep Rate:	3 Hz ± 1 Hz
		Modulation Factor:	More than 0.85
		Occupied Bandwidth:	Less than 25 Hz
		Voice Modulation:	Included
	Modulation Duty Cycle:	(33-55) % Square Wave AM Continuous
		Peak Effective Radiated50mW @ 121.5 MHz
	RF Power (PERP):	50mW @ 125/243.0 MHz
		5W @ 406.028 MHz

Equivalent Isotropic	100mW (-10dBW) @121.5/243.0 MHz
	(min)
Radiated Power (EIRP):	6dBW ± 4dB @406.028 MHz (max)

•BATTERY REQUIREMENTS:

Transmitter Main Unit: Battery Pack consists of 4 cells LiMnO2 or LiSO2

	“D” Size
Remote Unit:	DURACELL DL 1/3 NB, Lithium Cell

•AUTOMATIC CRASH ACTIVATION:

Velocity Change of 2.3 ± 0.3 G (4.5 ± 0.5 FPS) per TSO C-126 (DO204A) and ETSO-2C126 (EUROCAE ED-62) requirement.

•ANTENNA RADIATION CHARACTERISTICS:

Radiation on 121.5, 243.0 MHz, and 406.028 MHz

Vertically polarized & Omni directional in the Horizontal Plane.

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CRASHWORTHINESS:

100g, 23 ms, 6 directions

•ACTIVATION MONITOR:

Manual ON and RESET functions are located on both ELT Main Unit and Remote Unit. The two Green ON lights flashing, located on the ELT Main Unit and Remote Switch Unit and a buzzer are to indicate when the ELT is transmitting. Both ELT Main Unit and Remote Unit are self-powered by their internal batteries. Automatic activation is remained, regardless whether the Cable Interconnect between the Main Unit and the Remote Unit is open or shortened.

GPS INTERFACE PROTOCOL:	Aviation RS-232
(Latitude/ Longititude Insert Messages)	Baud Rate (fixed):	9600
	Parity:	None
	Data Bits:	8
	Stop Bits:	1

Garmin International Inc.:

• All Series: 150/ 250/ 400/420/430/ 500/520/530

Honeywell Bendix-King Inc.:

• KLN 88, KLN89, KLN89B, KLN 90, KLN90B, KLN94, KLN900.

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Arnav Systems Inc.:

• R50, R50i, STAR 5000, FMS 5000, MFD (Multi-Functional Display).

II Morrow:

• FLYBUDDY, 2001 NMS

Trimble Nav Inc.:

• NAV 1000, NAV 2000, TNL 2100, and TNL3100. The following Trimble systems all require a RS-422 to RS-232 adapter: NAV 3000, TNL 1000, TNL 2000, TNL 2000A, TNL 3000, 2000 APPROACH, 2000 APPROACH PLUS, 2101 APPROACH, 2101 APPROACH

PLUS, 2101 I/O APPROACH, 2101 I/O APPROACH PLUS.

ENVIRONMENTAL TEST SPECIFICATIONS:

•RTCA DO-204A; DO-183

•TSO-C126/C91a, RTCA DO-160E ENV. CAT.: F1XBA (204/183) (204/183)XR(204/183)XXSXXXXAC(204/183)BXXXX (204)

•	TEMP. AND ALTITUDE:	Category F1
	Low Temperature:	-20°C Operating; -55°C Storage.
	High Temperature:	+55°C Operating; +85°C Storage.

•OPERATING LIFE: 5W @ 406.208 MHz for 24 hrs @ 20°C

50mW @ 121.5 MHz

50mW @ 243.0 MHz

(Minimum Requirement throughout a 50 hour period at –20°C)

•TEMP VARIATION: Category B, 10°C minimum per minute

•HUMIDITY: Category A, 95% RH, 50 hours

•	SHOCK:	operating
		500G, 4 ± 1msec
•	IMPACT:	Penetration of 55 lbs mass, 6 drops, 4
•	CRUSH:	surfaces
		1000 lbs, 4 surfaces
•	VIBRATION:	10G, Sinusoidal, (5-2000) Hz, 3 axes
•	WATERPROOF:	Category R, 15 minutes Spray, 6 sides

•IMMERSION SALT WATER: Category S, 24 hours Immersion, 160

hours at + 55°C

• SALT SPRAY: Category S, 48 hours exposure to the Salt Fog, and 48 hours drying

Figure 1: Front view of ELT

Figure 2: 3-D view of ELT

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1.4BATTERY REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

1.4.1ELT MAIN UNIT BATTERY REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

All batteries are strongly advised to be serviced by Ameri-King or its authorized service centers. End users may return the entire ELT for replacing the batteries and post functional tests.

The Ameri-King Corp. Model AK-451 ELT is designed to use only with Ameri-King lithium battery packages which have been tested per TSO-C126, TSO-C91a requirements.

The use of any other battery will void all warranties of the ELT by Ameri-King Corp. The ELT does not meet the requirements of TSO-C126, and TSO-C91a or FAR 91.52 if used with any other type of battery. Using any other battery is not allowed (forbidden).

The Ameri-King Battery Pack has a 10 years shelf life and 5 years useful life. It will last for 78 hours at -20 deg C, at end of 5 years battery life.

FAR 91.52 (d) (i) requires that ELT batteries be replaced when the transmitter has been in use for more than one cumulative hour.

The label sticker for expiration date of the batteries must be affixed on the outside of the ELT battery case and recorded in the aircraft logs.

			WARNING
		USE ONLY DURING SITUATIONS OF GRAVE
			AND IMMINENT DANGER!
LITHIUM BATTERY PACK – NON-RECHARGEABLE
P/N 4500010 -1			FOR USE ON Model AK-451-(AF)(AP)(S)
RTCA DO-160E Environmental Categories
F1XB(227)(227)(227)XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Replace battery pack				Replace Main Batteries
after one culmulative hour				By Date: _________
of use or by date shown:
*Battery type: Lithium LiMn02
	NEVER CHARGE, SHORT CIRCUIT, PUNCTURE,
		DEFORM, INCINERATE, OR OPEN. DO NOT
	SUBMERGE IN WATER OR HEAT ABOVE 85OC.							Battery Box Silkscreen
			REMOVE WHEN DISCHARGED

The owner or operator may perform Battery replacement provided that the accessibility, removal and reinstallation of the ELT can be considered “simple” as prescribed in Advisory Circular 91-44A, Paragraph 8.a (See Appendix B).

The following is a step-by-step instruction for replacing ELT Battery Pack P/N 4500010-( ) Series:

1.Using the 3/32” Hex Driver supplied with the ELT, remove the 4 retaining screws and split lock washers that attach the battery case to the ELT Transmitter Assembly (See Figure15).

2.Insure both battery connectors are locked-in properly by its tab. Verify the battery pack voltage is 13 +/- 0.5 VDC

Ensure that the gasket is in place (See Figure 4).

3.Place the Transmitter Assembly face down on a bench. Press down on the battery case to compress the battery contact springs. Replace the four battery retaining screws and lock washers and evenly tighten until the battery case is pulled flat against the Transmitter Assembly.

4.Remove any existing battery replacement date labels from the battery case and install the new label you prepared in step 3 above in a readily visible location on the ELT.

5.After battery replacement, a transmitter function test must be performed as described in section 2.3 of this manual.

WARNING

FOR AVIATION EMERGENCY USE ONLY.

UNLICENSED OPERATION UNLAWFUL

Figure 3: Battery Replacement for ELT Main Unit

Figure 4: Battery Replacement for ELT Main Unit (Actual View)

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