PS Engineering MB10, MB10R Installation And Operation Manual

9800 Martel Road

Lenoir City, TN 37772

www.ps-engineering.com

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Document P/N 200-023-0001

Rev. 10, Sept. 2016

Marker Beacon Receiver/Indicator

System Installation and Operation Manual

FAA-Approved TSO, C35d

PS Engineering, Inc. 2016 ©

Copyright Notice

Any reproduction or retransmittal of this publication, or any portion thereof, without the expressed written permission of PS
Engineering, Inc. is strictly prohibited. For further information contact the Publications Manager at PS Engineering, Inc., 9800
Martel Road, Lenoir City, TN 37772. Phone [phone], email [e-mail].

In certified aircraft, warranty is not valid unless this product is installed by an

Authorized PS Engineering dealer.

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Table of Contents

Section I GENERAL INFORMATION.......................................................................................................................................... 1-1

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

1.2 SCOPE .................................................................................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.3 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................................................. 1-1

1.4 APPROVAL BASIS – FAA TSO C35D ................................................................................................................................. 1-1

1.5 SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................................ 1-1

1.6 EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED..................................................................................................................................................... 1-2

1.7 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED............................................................................................................. 1-2

1.8 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................................................... 1-2

Section II - Installation ................................................................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION................................................................................................................................................ 2-1

2.1.1 SCOPE ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2-1

2.1.2 CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS .......................................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.2 UNPACKING AND PRELIMINARY INS PECTION ........................................................................................................................ 2-1

2.3 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION PROCE DURES ............................................................................................................................ 2-2

2.3.1 COOLING REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................................................... 2-2

2.3.2 MOUNTING REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................................................. 2-2

2.3.3 CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY ...................................................................................................................................................... 2-2

2.4 CABLE HARNESS WIRING ....................................................................................................................................................... 2-2

2.4.1 POWER ................................................................................................................................................................................. 2-3

2.4.2 AUDIO PANEL INTERFACE .................................................................................................................................................... 2-3

2.4.3 LAMP DIMMING ................................................................................................................................................................... 2-3

2.4.4 MARKER ANTENNA INSTALLATION .....................................................................................................................................2-3

2.4.5 EXTERNAL MARKER LIGHTS ................................................................................................................................................ 2-3

2.4.6 REMOTE MODE SELECTOR- MB10R VERSION ONLY ............................................................................................................ 2-3

2.4.7 MIDDLE MARKER SENSE...................................................................................................................................................... 2-3

2.5 ADJUSTMENTS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2-3

2.6 MB10 PIN ASSIGNMENTS ........................................................................................................................................................ 2-4

2.7 UNIT INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................................... 2-4

2.7.1 PANEL INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................... 2-4

2.7.2 REMOTE INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................................... 2-5

2.8 POST INSTALLATION CHECKOUT ........................................................................................................................................... 2-5

2.9 OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT ..................................................................................................................................................... 2-5

2.9.1 REQUIRED TEST EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................................................... 2-5

2.9.2 MARKER CHECKOUT............................................................................................................................................................ 2-5

2.10 FINAL INSPECTION................................................................................................................................................................ 2-5

Section III OPERATION................................................................................................................................................................ 3-1

3.1 SCOPE .................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-1

3.2 POWER ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-1

3.3 MARKER BEACON OPERATION .............................................................................................................................................. 3-1

Section IV- Warranty and Service .................................................................................................................................................. 4-1

4.1 WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................................................................. 4-1

4.2 FACTORY SERVICE .................................................................................................................................................................. 4-1

Appendix A – MB10 Installation Drawings ..................................................................................................................................... A

Appendix B, J10 Interconnect ...........................................................................................................................................................B

Appendix C- Instructions for FAA Form 337 and continuing airworthiness .....................................................................................C

7.1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR FAA FORM 337......................................................................................................................................... C

7.2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS, AUDIO SYSTEM..................................................................................... C

Appendix D RTCA DO160E Environmental Qualification Form .................................................................................................... D

Rev

Date

Change

1

5-22-07

Updated to add remote version

2

8-14-07

Update to show TSO information

3

11-12-07

Clarified dimming information, sections 2.4.3, 2.4.5, 2.4.6

4

1-9-08

Added drawing for remote installation to Appendix A

5

1-16-08

Clarified CB size and antenna connector

6

3-12-08

Corrected dimension to show overall width §1.5

7

4-16-09

Corrected page number and Advisory Circular references.

8

10-3-12

Added additional dimmer information §3.4.3

9

9-3-13

Clarified mounting hole locations

10

9-7-16

Added mounting hole diameter (APX A) and adjust rotation information (§2.5)

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Section I GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 INTRODUCTION

Before installing and/or using this product, please read this manual completely. This will ensure that you
will take full advantage of all the advanced features in the MB10.

1.2 SCOPE

This manual provides detailed installation and operation instructions for the PS Engineering MB10 -series
of Audio Selector Panel/Intercom Systems. This includes the following units:

Model

Description

Part Number

MB10

Marker Beacon Receiver w/Indicator

050-023-0100

MB10R

Remote (Blind Mounted) Marker Beacon Receiver

050-023-0101

1.3 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

The MB10-is a 3-light 75 MHz Marker Beacon receiver and indicator. This provides the necessary Marker
Beacon lights and audio indications necessary for an Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach. A switch
labeled Hi/Lo/TST allows the pilot select high or low sensitivity as well as test and mute modes.

1.4 APPROVAL BASIS – FAA TSO C35d

TSO Approval.

The MB10-series Audio Selector Panels are FAA approved under TSO C35d (Marker Beacon Receivers).

All systems comply with relevant portions of EUROCAE RTCA MPS WG No. 7/70, DO -143 and (Marker

Beacon Receivers), ED-14C/DO-160E Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne
Equipment.

Operation is subject to the following conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired oper a­tion.

1.5 SPECIFICATIONS

TSO COMPLIANCE

Marker Beacon:

C35d, Class A

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS:

RTCA/DO-143 RTCA/DO-160E

ENVIRONMENTAL Qualifications:

A1D1CABSMXXXXXXZBABATBXXE2XXX

Operating Temperature Range:

-15º C to 55ºC

Altitude:

Up to 50,000 feet in an non-pressurized area

DIMENSIONS:

Dimensions: 0.95" H X 2.8" W X 4.85" D

(2.2 cm x 6.6 cm x 12.3 cm)

WEIGHT

MB10 Unit & connector

6.5 Ounces (.18 kg)

POWER REQUIREMENTS (Including Internal Lighting):

Voltage:

11 to 33 VDC

Maximum Current:

0.25 Amp (Externally protected by a 1.0 A break­er)

MARKER BEACON RECEIVER:

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Frequency:

75 MHz Crystal Controlled

Sensitivity:

Low:
High:

Capable of: (preset at factory for field application)
1000 Volts (Hard) (360 to 570 V soft)
200 Volts (Hard) (130 to 200 V soft)

Selectivity:

-6 dB at ±10 kHz

-40 dB at ±120 kHz

External Lamp Output:

7.5 (±4 VDC unloaded, at maximum brightness) VDC
positive when active, max. current 125 mA per lamp output

MM Sense:

Active high (4.5 ± 1.0VDC)

Output impedance:

510 

Audio Output:

38 mW <5% THD typical

1.6 EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED

1 ea. of the following units:

Model

Description

Part Number

MB10

MB10 Marker Beacon Receiver and Indicator.

050-023-0100

MB10R

MB10 Marker Beacon Receiver (remote)

050-023-0101

MB10 Installation Kits:

250-023-0100

250-023-0101

Description

Quantity

Part

Number

Part

Number

DB-15 Female Connector, Solder

1

425-016-0001

425-016-0001

DB-15 Back shell, Plastic

1

425-015-0003

425-015-0003

Screw, Philips, #4-40 x 3/8” Black

2

475-442-0002

Faceplate, MB10 Horizontal

1

575-023-0000

Faceplate, MB10 Vertical

1

575-023-0001

Remote Switch

1

731-004-0005

Sub- D connector Thumb screws

2

475-002-0002

475-002-0002

Mounting Flange

2

430-023-0030

1.7 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED

a. Circuit Breaker: 1.0 amp
b. Marker Antenna (75 MHz, VSWR 1.5:1, and appropriate for the airspeed) with 50 Ω coax

(RG-58C/U or equiv.)

c. Interconnect Wiring

1.8 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

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Section II - Installation

2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

2.1.1 SCOPE

This section provides detailed installation and interconnection instructions for the PS Engineering MB 10
Marker Beacon system.

Please read this manual carefully before beginning any installation to prevent damage and post -installation
problems. Installation of this equipment requires special tools and knowledge.

2.1.2 Certification Requirements

NOTE

The MB10 requires specialized knowledge, tools and test equipment for an effective i n­stallation. An appropriately rated Certified Aircraft Repair Station must install this
equipment in accordance with applicable regulations. PS Engineering, Incorporated wa r­ranty is not valid unless the equipment is installed by an authorized PS Engineering, I n­corporated dealer.
Failure to follow any of the installation instructions, or installation by a non -certified in­dividual or agency will void the warranty, and may result in an unairworthy installation.

2.2 Unpacking and Preliminary Inspection

Use care when unpacking the equipment. Inspect the units and parts supplied for visible signs of shipping
damage. Examine the unit for loose or broken buttons, bent knobs, etc. Verify the corr ect quantity of com­ponents supplied with the list in Section 1.6 (B). If any claim is to be made, save the shipping material and
contact the freight carrier. Do NOT return units damaged in shipping to PS Engineering. If the unit or a c­cessories show any sign of external shipping damage, contact PS Engineering to arrange for a replacement.
Under no circumstances attempt to install a damaged unit in an aircraft. Equipment returned to PS Eng i­neering for any other reason should be shipped in the original PS Engi neering packaging, or other UPS
approved packaging.

As shipped from PS Engineering, the unit and faceplate are disassembled, with the lamps extended from
the unit to accommodate installation through the instrument panel, when holes are drilled as shown in Fig-

ure 5-2.

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Figure 2-1 Unpacking MB10

2.3 Equipment Installation Procedures

2.3.1 Cooling Requirements

Forced air-cooling of the MB10 is not required. However, the units should be kept away from heat produc­ing sources (i.e. defrost or heater ducts, dropping resistors, heat producing avionics) without adequate coo l­ing air provided.

2.3.2 Mounting Requirements

The MB10 must be rigidly mounted to the instrument panel of the aircraft struct ure and within view and
reach of the pilot position(s). The unit may be mounted in any area where adequate clearance for the unit
and associated wiring bundle exist.

The MB10R may be mounted in any avionics bay or area where adequate clearance for the unit and assoc i­ated wiring bundle exist. Installations must comply with FAA Advisory Circular AC 43.13 -2A.

Avoid running the interconnecting bundles near any high current wires.

2.3.3 Connector Assembly

The MB10 uses a 15 pin, solder cup Sub D connector. The antenna connector is BNC type, Female on unit.

2.4 Cable Harness Wiring

Referring to the appropriate Appendix, assemble a wiring harness as required for the installation. All wires
must be MIL-SPEC in accordance with current regulations. Two- and three-conductor shielded wire must
be used where indicated, and be MIL-C-27500 or equivalent specification. Proper stripping, shielding and
soldering technique must be used at all times. It is imperative that c orrect wire be used.

Refer to FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-2A for more information. Failure to use correct techniques may
result in improper operation, electrical noise or unit failure. Damage caused by improper installation will
void the PS Engineering warranty.