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Table of Contents
Table of Contents-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1
General Information--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
Precautions-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
Basic Operation--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4-7
In Case of Difficulty----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Specifications-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
Warranty Information-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Warranty Registration Card-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Installation Notes------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
Installation Schematic------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13
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General Information
The purpose of this Operation and Installation Manual is to provide information to ensure
proper installation and operation of this product.
It is the responsibility of those desiring to install this item on or within a specific type or
class of certified aircraft to document and obtain approval for an acceptable installation
from the Administrator.
Unpacking and Inspection of AI Shuttle
Exercise extreme care when unpacking the AI Shuttle System. Make a visual inspection
of the unit for evidence of damage incurred during shipment. If a claim for damage is to
be made, unit must be returned in the original packaging.
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Precautions
Thermal Protection Circuit
Be sure the temperature inside the aircraft is between +60°C (140°F) and –10°C (14°F)
Before attempting to play a disc. If the temperature is over +60°C (140°F), the protection circuit
functions to stop the CD player, and “HI TEMP” is displayed.
Damaged Disc
Do not attempt to play cracked, warped, or damaged discs. Playing a bad disc will cause skipping
and could cause severely damage the playback mechanism.
Irregular Shaped Discs
Make sure the discs you use in this unit do not have any irregularities. The outer and inner edges
should be round and smooth. Use of irregular shaped discs may cause damage to the
mechanism.
Proper Handling
Handle your disc as shown. Do not drop the disc while handling. Hold the disc so you will not
leave fingerprints on the surface. If the surface is scratched, it may cause the pickup to skip. Do
not affix tape, paper, or gummed labels on the disc. Do not write on the disc.
Caution for New Discs
When a newly purchased disc is inserted into the changer magazine, the disc may fail to play
after initial loading. This is caused by small bumps around the center hole and the outside of the
disc, which prevent stable loading into the correct position. To remove the bumps, rub the inside
edge of the hole and the outside edge with a ball point pen or other such instrument, then insert
the disc again.
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Basic Operation
Initial System Setup
Immediately after installing or applying power to the unit, it should be initialized. Using a sharp
pointed object, press the reset button located just to the right of the power button.
Preparation for Playback (Handling the CD Magazine)
1.Remove the CD Tray from the CD magazine.
2. Insert one disc into each CD tray. (Label of disc facing up)
3. Insert each CD tray all the way into the CD magazine.
(Ensure each tray is fully seated-loaded or not)
4. Open the CD magazine compartment.
5. Insert the CD magazine into the Shuttle until it locks.
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6. Close the CD magazine compartment door.
(The door must remained closed to prevent dust and
moisture from diminishing performance.
7. To remove the CD magazine, open the door, and press
the eject button.
Turning Power On and Off
Press the POWER button to turn on the unit. The unit displays the Changer mode.
Press the POWER button for at lest 3 seconds t turn power off.
Adjusting Volume / Bass / Treble / Balance / Fader
In the CD Shuttle mode or External input mode, press and release the MODE button repeatedly
to choose the desired mode. Press the VOLUME button up or down until desired sound is
obtained in each mode.
Pause
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button temporarily stop playback.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button again to resume playback
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External Input Mode
This unit is equipped with an external input mode capable of excepting a low level input from
another audio device. After unit is turned on, press the power button once to change to the
external input mode. Press the power button again and return to normal operation.
Disc Access
Press the DISC SEL. Up or Down button until your desired disc number appears in the display.
The track number will also appear in the display.
Music Sensor (Skip)
To move between tracks on a disc, momentarily press the TRACK Up or Down button until you
reach your desired track.
Fast Forward and Fast Backward
To advance forward or backward within a musical track, press and hold the TRACK Up or Down
button for at least 2 seconds. The pickup will quickly move backward or forward until you reach
the desired section of track.
M.I.X. (Random Play)
Press the M.I.X. button on the remote control during CD play. Each press changes the display
indication. Select the desired mode. M.I.X., M.I.X. ALL or blank (off). M.I.X.
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Repeat Play (Single Track or Entire Disc)
Press the REPEAT button. The REPEAT indicator will illuminate. The music track will be played
back repeatedly. To select the entire disc, press the REPEAT button again. The entire disc will
then repeat. To stop repeat play, press the REPEAT button again. The indicator illumination will
be off.
Disc Scan
To preview the first 10 seconds of each track, press the SCAN button and the SCAN indicator will
illuminate. To stop the scan, press the SCAN button to deactivate the scan mode.
To Display CD Titles
Titles can be displayed for CDs with titles entered. Press the TITLE button in the CD mode. The
display will be switched each time the switch is depressed.
Titling Disc
1. Press the TITLE button to select the disc-titling mode.
2. Press and hold the TITLE button for at least 3 seconds. The first digit will blink.
3. Press the DN or UP button to select the desired letter/numeral/symbol available for naming.
4. Press the TITLE button to store the first character. The first character will stop blinking and the
display will automatically advance to the next character. When the character begins to blink,
you may choose the next letter or symbol of you title.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 above to complete the titling. All 8-character positions should be filled.
Use spaces, if necessary, to complete your title. Upon completion of entering title, the Title
status will be displayed. The title number of the title just entered and total number of titles
available will be shown.
6. Press and hold the TITLE button for at least 3 seconds to record the title.
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Notes
•• The titles will remain in memory unless battery power is disconnected.
•• When the CD Shuttle power supply is disconnected the memory for the entered titles is
cleared.
•• When the memory capacity is used up, “FULL DATA” will be shown in the display. At this
point no titles can be programmed unless others are selectively erased.
Erasing Disc Tittle
1. Press the TITLE button to select the disc-titling mode. Then, press and hold this same button
for at least 3 seconds.
2. Press and the PLAY/PAUSE button for at least 3 seconds to activate the title-erasing mode.
The title in the display will blink.
3. Press the s or t button repeatedly until the disc title you want to erase is displayed.
4. Press and hold the PLAY/PAUSE button for at least 3 seconds to erase the disc title
displayed.
5. Press and hold the TITLE button for at least 3 seconds to cancel the disc title-erasing mode.
Battery Replacement
Applicable battery: Use one
CR2025 or equivalent.
Opening the battery case
1. Place the remote upside down on a flat, level surface.
Looking at the back of the remote, grasp the battery at
the bottom of the unit between your forefinger and
thumb. Insert a pointed object into the left side of the
elongated hole. Slide the pointed object to the right (as
indicated by the arrow) while at the same time pulling on
the battery holder.
2. Pull the battery holder out with your thumb and
forefinger.
Replacing the battery
Put the battery in the case with the (+) indication upward as
shown in the illustration.
Then push the battery holder back into the remote until a
click is heard.
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In Case of Difficulty
No Sound.
• Volume level to low.
• Incorrect connections
• Volume/Balance/ controls are not set to the proper positions
No Function.
• Out of operating temperature range inside aircraft 50°C (120°F)
• Moister condensation in the CD Module.
- Allow enough time for the condensation to evaporate (about one hour).
• No connection of Battery Lead.
• No connection of Power or Ground Lead.
No Play
• The unit is set to the Pause mode
Music skips excessively
• The CD Shuttle has not been mounted securely.
• The disc is scratched or damaged.
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Specifications
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AI-Shuttle System
Specifications
Power Source 14 or 28 Volts DC
Ground System Negative
Current Draw 14 Volt SystemContinuous 650 ma
Keep Alive >10 ma
28Volt System Continuous 400 ma
Keep Alive >13 ma
Sampling Rate 44.1 kHz
Oversampling 8 Times
Frequency Response 5 - 20 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion .004% at 1 kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio 103 dBA
Output Headphone 4.5v Max
Line Level 850mv into 10k ohm
Dimensions Controller 1.75"H x 5.75"W x 5"D
12 Disc Changer4"H x 10.25"W x 7"D
6 Disc Changer 2.5"H x 9.75"W x 6"D
Weight Controller 1 LB 4 oz.
12 Disc Changer5 lbs.
6 Disc Changer 3.75 lbs.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Avionics Innovations warrants the AI CD Player against material or manufacturing defects for a
period of one year from the date of installation.
Avionics Innovations will, upon receipt of the failed unit, repair or replace the unit at our
discretion. Avionics Innovations will pay UPS Ground shipping charges for warranty returned
items. Charges for express shipment will be the responsibility of the sender.
This warranty will be void if the unit has been tampered with or opened by unauthorized
personnel.
To validate warranty you must return:
1.) The enclosed warranty registration form to Avionics Innovations with the following information:
1. Date of installation
2. Model and S/N of unit
3. Model and make of aircraft
4. Registration number
5. Owners name and address
6. Name of installing agency
7. Send to: Avionics Innovations
2450 Montecito Road
Ramona, Ca. 92065
(760) 788-2602 (760) 789-7098 Fax
2.) A copy of the FAA form # 337 to validate the installation.
The warranty will not be valid if either one or both of these documents is not submitted to Avionics
Innovations.
This warranty is not transferable. Any implied warranties expire at the expiration date of this
warranty. WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
This warranty does not cover a defect that has resulted from improper or unreasonable use or
maintenance as determined by us. This warranty is void if there is any attempt to disassemble
this product without factory authorization. During the warranty period, the unit must be returned
to Avionics Innovations and, at own option, will be repaired or replaced at no charge.
IMPORTANT: Any labor charges associated with the removal of product or related trouble
shooting by any firm other than Avionics Innovations will not be covered.
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM
Model ______________ S/N _____________________________________________________
Date of install __________________________________________________________________
Owners name and address_________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Aircraft make and model__________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Registration number _____________________________________________________________
Installing agency________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Comments: ____________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Installation Notes
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NOTE
FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PLEASE CALL 760-788-2602 8:00 AM TO 5:00 PM PST.
ALL REPAIRS AND RETURNS ARE PROCESSED THROUGH AVIONICS INNOVATIONS
1. Select an appropriate location in the instrument panel for the AI-Shuttle Controller.
2. The AI-Shuttle (disc changer) can be mounted up to 25 feet away from the controller.
3. Remove the Transport Locks from the bottom side of the shuttle prior to mounting.
4. Wire the unit per the Installation Schematic in this manual.
5. *** ( 14 VOLT SYSTEMS ) LOW BATTERIES MAY HINDER CD OPERATION PRIOR TO
ENGINE START
6. Consult the Intercom Manufacturer for specifications and hookup instructions.
7. Ensure the unit operates in accordance with the “Basic Operation” earlier in this manual.
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