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2.0 Introduction
The Handheld Multi-Purpose Interface (HHMPI) is a portable instrument for downloading
data from a Flight Data Recorder (FDR) and audio from a Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR). It
is connected to the recorder via an interface cable which identifies the attached recorder
type. The downloaded data is stored in one of the following memory options: internal
memory, USB flash drive, Compact Flash card, SD card, or optional PCMCIA card.
ARINC 429 standard
ARINC 429 periodic
Data Link Rate (DLR)
Octal
Decimal
Hexadecimal
Internal
SD card
CF card
USB flash drive
Ethernet RJ-45 to network
Ethernet via recorder interface to recorder
R2-422 via recorder interface to recorder
Wireless 802.11g capability via optional USB key
Table 6.0 Specifications HHMPI Mod 1 and 5 (battery)
Parameter
WeightHHMPI:495 g
Dimensions: L x W
x H
PowerUSB or FDR/CVR inter fa ce cable
Environmental
protection
TemperatureOperating:0°C to +60°C
CertificationFCC Part 15 Subpart B, July 2008
Data viewARINC 717 for all recorders
Data view formatsBinary
HHMPI kit:3.2 kg see (Figure 6.0, ”HHMPI kit”, on page 9)
Shipping:4.2 kg
HHMPI:145 x 95 x 46 mm
HHMPI kit:365 x 270 x 135 mm
ARINC 429 standard
ARINC 429 periodic
Data Link Rate (DLR)
Octal
Decimal
Hexadecimal
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Table 6.0 Specifications HHMPI Mod 1 and 5 (battery)
Parameter
Memory supported
CommunicationsUSB v2.0 to PC
Internal
SD card
CF card
USB flash drive
PCMCIA card (ATA flash type only)
Ethernet RJ-45 to network
Ethernet via recorder interface to recorder
R2-422 via recorder interface to recorder
Wireless 802.11g capability via optional USB key
3.0 Getting started
3.1 Terminology used
in this manual
In this manual the hardware buttons on the HHMPI are referred to as the left, right, up,
down, OK, or cancel buttons. See Figure 1.0, ”HHMPI front view”, on page 6 for the loca-
tions of these buttons on the HHMPI.
In this manual you may also see information of special importance in the form of tips and
notes.
A note with the heading “Note” indicates neutral or positive information that emphasizes
or supplements important points in this manual. For example:
Note If the HHMPI prompts you for a network password at startup,
your FTP network is already set up, and you can skip this section.
A tip is a type of note that helps you apply the techniques and procedures described in
this manual. A tip may suggests an alternative method of completing a task—tips are not
essential to the basic understanding of this manual. For example:
Tip You can also use these steps to copy an aircraft definition file.
An important note provides information that is essential to the completion of a task. You
can disregard information in a note and still complete a task, but you should not disre-
gard an important note. For example:
Important When powering up the HHMPI ensure that no external
devices are connected.
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A caution is a type of note that advises you that failure to take or avoid a specific action
could result in damage or loss of data. For example:
Caution Before applying power, verify that the product is set to
match the line voltage and the correct fuses are installed.
A menu sequence shows you how to open a series of menus. For example:
▼▲
Main Menu >Device Configuration > Settings Profile > Save Aircraft >
USB Flash Drive
3.2 Using the HHMPITo download data from a Flight Data Recorder (FDR) or Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR), you
need the following equipment:
The HHMPI kit, see Figure 6.0, ”HHMPI kit”, on page 9.
An interface cable for the specific recorder you want to download data from, see
Table 4.0, “Interface cables and software options,” on page 10.
3.2.1 Connecting the HHMPI to an FDR
To connect the HHMPI to a recorder use the interface cable for the specific recorder you
want to download data from. Power is often supplied through the interface cable to the
HMMPI from an aircraft powered recorder. In this configuration it is safe to connect or
disconnect the HHMPI. See Figure 7.0, ”Connecting the HHMPI to the FDR or CVR”, on
page 14.
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Figure 7.0 Connecting the HHMPI to the FDR or CVR
3.2.2 Powering and charging the HHMPI
The HHMPI can be powered by:
An aircraft powered recorder through an interface cable.
A PC or USB adapter power though a USB cable (P/N: FDS400-107).
The internal battery, on battery equipped HHMPI devices.
The external battery, on Mod 2 HHMPI devices.
▼▲
To m o ni t or b a t t er y s tat u s:
Press right to open the Main Menu.
Scroll down to Battery Status and press OK.
See Figure 8.0, ”The Battery Status screen”, on page 15.
Main Menu > Battery Status
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Figure 8.0 The Battery Status screen
Battery powered HHMPI devices can be charged with:
An aircraft powered recorder through an interface cable.
A PC or USB adapter power though a USB cable (P/N: FDS400-107).
A global power adapter kit (P/N: FDS400-322).
Note External battery powered HHMPI devices can only be charged
with the external battery pack charge cable (P/N: FDS400-335).
Charge battery powered HHMPI devices for 12 hours before first use. Charging is indicated by a blue battery icon found in the status bar of the display. Full charge is indicated
by a green four bar battery icon. When charging is required, this battery icon turns red.
You can use the HHMPI when it is charging, however this increases the charging time.
3.2.3 Charging the HHMPI with the docking cradle
Note Only applicable to HHMPI devices with Mod 7.
HHMPI devices with Mod 7 can also be charged by a power adapter through the HHMPI
docking cradle (P/N: FDS400-373).
To charge the HHMPI with the docking cradle:
1. Connect the power adapter to the docking cradle, the green light will illuminate.
2. Insert the HHMPI into the docking cradle, the HHMPI will beep and go through the
start-up process, and then begin charging.
See Section 3.2.2, ”Powering and charging the HHMPI” on page 14 for charging indi-
cators.
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Flight Data Systems recommends using the HHMPI Cradle for the following reasons:
The cradle provides direct current (DC) charging which extends battery life by avoid-
ing trickle charging.
The transfer of files from the HHMPI to the PC is stable and easy to operate when
docked.
Auto-sync and transfer files from the unit to a nominated FTP server via Ethernet con-
nection.
Configure the unit in the web interface using the Ethernet connection on the cradle.
3.2.4 Turning on the HHMPI and self-test
Important When powering up the HHMPI ensure that no external
devices are connected.
To turn on a battery powered HHMPI, press cancel or OK for 2–3 seconds until the unit
beeps.
Once turned on, the start-up process begins and the power-on self-test is carried out. If
connected, the interface cable is detected automatically, and correct connection to the
flight data recorder is indicated by a blue aircraft icon found in the status bar of the display. See Figure 9.0, ”HHMPI power-on sequence”, on page 16.
Figure 9.0 HHMPI power-on sequence
To turn off the HHMPI, press cancel until the Confirm Power Off alert is displayed, and
then press OK to confirm.
3.2.5 Reset operation
If the HHMPI does not respond to normal key operation, a warm reset may be carried out
by pressing the reset button for five seconds. This will reboot the HHMPI and return it to
the shortcut screen. See Figure 3.0, ”HHMPI bottom view”, on page 7 for the location of
the reset button.
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3.3 ShortcutsShortcuts are used to provide user’s with a quick path to commonly used functions. There
are four user defined shortcuts buttons.
▼▲
The HHMPI displays the shortcut keys following the start-up and self-test. The shortcut
keys default to the following functions:
Select Aircraft
FDR All
FDR Since Last
Upload File (FTP)
Main Menu > Device Configuration > Shortcut Keys > Shortcut n
3.4 Menu structureThe HHMPI is controlled by a menu system. The four arrow buttons are used to navigate
the menu system. Generally, the right button is used to enter menus and the OK button
is used to confirm selections.
Note The menu options may change depending on the type of
recorder or other devices attached.
Tip To return to the Main menu from any other menu, press left
repeatedly.
3.5 HHMPI
configuration
The HHMPI can be configured via a web interface, or directly on the unit. Using the web
interface is the easiest way to set up the HHMPI, see Section 5.4.1, ”Changing the HHMPI
configuration via the web interface” on page 39.
3.5.1 Clock Settings
▼▲
Set the date and time format.
Main Menu > Device Configuration > Clock Settings
3.5.2 Display Settings
▼▲
Set the brightness of the display, 1 is minimum brightness and 10 is maximum brightness.
Main Menu > Device Configuration > Display Settings
3.5.3 Memory Settings
▼▲
Set the preferred memory to download or file transfer by selecting one of the following:
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Ask for device - Prompts the user to specify a device for download or file transfer.
Priority list - Prioritize memory devices based on customised preference.
User Specified Device - Set default memory device for storage and file transfer.
3.5.4 Network Settings
▼▲
Main Menu > Device Configuration > Network Settings
When connecting the HHMPI to a network connection via an Ethernet cable, setup IP,
DHCP and FTP settings necessary for network operation. See Section 4.7, ”Network oper-
ations” on page 33.
3.5.5 Aircraft Settings
▼▲
Set or edit aircraft tail numbers. See Section 4.2, ”Aircraft lists” on page 19.
Main Menu > Device Configuration > Aircraft Settings
3.5.6 Security Settings
▼▲
Set access to the menus and settings of the HHMPI by using password access by selecting the following:
Restrict Configuration - Restrict modification of any HHMPI settings.
Restrict Menus - Only allow access to previously configured shortcut keys.
Main Menu > Device Configuration > Security Settings
3.5.7 Live Data Settings
▼▲
Main Menu > Device Configuration > Live Data Settings
Set the global live data settings to be used in the live data view from, some of these
options may only be available for the L-3 Communications SRVIVR™™ interface:
ARINC 717
ARINC 429. Standard or periodic.
DLR Settings. Select the data display format and data word description.
3.5.8 Shortcut Keys
▼▲
Set shortcut keys to change by selecting one of the options from the menu.
Main Menu > Device Configuration > Shortcut Keys
3.5.9 Settings Profile
▼▲
Save or load the device configuration to a file, or reset the configuration to the factory
default settings:
Main Menu > Device Configuration > Settings Profile
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Save Settings
Reset Configuration
3.6 InformationAll the information about the HHMPIs feature set, supported recorder types and the
operating system version is found in the Information menu. This information may be useful for troubleshooting, see Section 7.0, ”Troubleshooting” on page 44.
4.1 Download file
name
▼▲
To access the HHMPI information, from the Main Menu press down until you reach the
Information command, and then press OK. The information in the Asset., Company and
Contact fields can be changed via the web interface, see Section 5.4.1, ”Changing the
HHMPI configuration via the web interface” on page 39. The remaining fields are only
configurable by Flight Data Systems.
Main Menu > Information
4.0 Operation
Files downloaded from a recorder to the HHMPI follow a standard naming convention,
configured by the Filename Style command on the Settings menu. The naming conven-
tion is: _[aircraft tail number]_[date[_time]]_download type.ext
For example:
_20101010_1204_FDR_5_MINUTES.fdr
_VHFDS_101_20101010_1204_FDR_ALL.dlu
_VHFDS_101_20101010_1204_CVR_ALL.cvr
Note The file extension can vary according to the recorder type and
download mode.
The date and time string use the time format already configured in
the HHMPI.
Special characters within the aircraft tail numbers are automatically
converted to underscores “_”.
Dates and time stamps are stripped to remove slashes and colons.
4.2 Aircraft listsStored in the HHMPI as a comma separated variable file, the Aircraft List contains a list of
all aircraft in the fleet. Using an Aircraft List makes it easier to assign tail numbers to
operational downloads, it also makes the file names more readable.
4.2.1 Loading aircraft details
The Aircraft List may be created and stored in a HHMPI to populate the aircraft tail variable in the data file name. When an Aircraft List is not present, data file names will default
to _[aircraft tail number]_[date[_time]]_download type.ext. See Section 4.1, ”Download file
name” on page 19.
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