PS Engineering PCD7100-I Pilot’s Guide

9800 Martel Road

Lenoir City, TN 37772

www.ps-engineering.com

PCD7100-I

Flying Never Sounded So Good!™

Pilot’s Guide

Pilot’s Guide

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Operation Manual

Operation Manual

202-791-0001 Revision 2 May 2004

High-fidelity Stereo Intercom System

With Compact Disc Player (P/N 11950, 11951)

or CD/MP3 Player (11956, 11957)

FAA-Approved TSO C50c

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GENERAL INFORMATION

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This manual provides detailed operating instructions for the PS Engineer­ing PCD7100-I Intercom Systems with integrated Compact Disc (CD)
player (p/n 11950, 11951) or CD/MP3 Player (p/n 11956, 11957). Please
read it carefully before using the equipment so that you can take full advan­tage of its capabilities.

NOTE: Installation instructions are contained in Installation Manual, Part
Number 200-971-xxxx, available from your authorized PS Engineering
dealer, or at www.ps-engineering.com/pcd7100.shtml

PUSH
ON-

INTERCOM
VOLUME

INTERCOM MODE

PLAY SKIP FWD SKIP BACK STOP

EJECT

MUSIC
VOLUME

PCD7100 controls

1.2 Power Switch (Fail Safe Operation)

Unit power is turned on and off by pushing the intercom volume knob. In
the OFF or "EMG" position, the pilot is connected directly to the aircraft
radios. This allows communication capability regardless of unit condition.
Any time power is removed or the unit turned

OFF, the intercom will be

placed in the fail-safe mode.

1.3 Intercom Operation

1.3.1 Intercom Volume Control

The ICS volume control knob (left side) adjusts the loudness of the inter­com for the pilot and copilot only. It has no effect on selected radi o level s,
music input levels or passengers' volume level.

Adjust the radios and intercom volume for a comfortable listening level for
the pilot. Most general aviation headsets today have built-in volume con­trols; therefore, passenger volume can be reduced at the headset.

PUSH
MUTE

CONTROL

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1.3.2 IntelliVox® VOX-Squelch

No adjustment of the IntelliVox® squelch control is necessary. Through inde­pendent signal processors on each microphone, the ambient noise appearing
in all microphones is constantly being sampled. Non-voice signals are
blocked. When someone speaks, only their microphone circuit opens, placing
their voice on the intercom.

The system is designed to block continuous tones, therefore people humming
or whistling in monotone may be blocked after a few moments.

For best performance, the headset microphone must be placed within ¼ inch
of your lips, preferably against them. It is also a good idea to keep the micro­phone out of a direct wind path. Moving your head through a vent air stream
may cause the IntelliVox® to open momentarily. This is normal.

For optimum microphone perform ance, PS En gi neering, Inc. recommends
installation of a leather Microphone Muff Kit from Oregon Aero (1-8 00-888-

6910). This will not only optimize VOX performance, but will improve the
overall clarity of all your communications. If you experience clipping while
using the IntelliVOX®, remove the foam mic cover.

1.3.3 CD Music and Soft Mute Control

The right-side volume knob controls the loudness of the internal CD player.
The volume knob controls the CD music volume only, it has no effect on the

intercom or radio volume, or the secondary music input level.
This knob is also the Soft Mute control for the CD player. Normally, the mu-

sic is instantly muted during radio or intercom conversation, and returns
gradually to full volume when conversation stops. Pushing the knob once
will inhibit the soft mute, enabling a “Karoake” mode, where the music re­mains at he normal level for a sing-along. Push again to return to a soft mut­ing mode.

1.3.4 Mono headsets in Stereo Installation

Plugging a monaural headset into the pilot or copilot jacks has no effect other
than there will be no stereo left and right separation. Since all passenger
headsets are connected in parallel, if a monaural headset is plugged in to a
PCD7100 Stereo installation, one channel will be shorted. Although no dam­age to the unit will occur, all stereo-equipped passengers will lose one chan­nel. PS Engineering modifies headsets to add stereo capability, using high­fidelity speakers. Contact factory for details (1-865-988-9800 or www.ps­engineering.com).

1.3.5 Intercom Modes

On the left side of the intercom-versions is a 3-position mode switch that
allows the pilot to tailor the intercom to best meet the current cockpit situa­tion.

I

SO: (Up Position): The pilot is isolated from the intercom and is connected

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only to the aircraft radio system. He will hear the aircraft radio reception
(and sidetone during radio transmissions). Copilot and passengers will hear
intercom and CD player. Neither will hear aircraft radio receptions or pilot
transmissions.

A

LL: (Middle Position): All parties will hear the aircraft radio, CD music

and intercom. During any radio or intercom communications, the music
volume automatically decreases (unless the mute is inhibited). The music
volume will gradually return to the original level after communications
have been completed.

Mode Pilot Hears Copilot Hears Passenger

Comments

Hears

Isolate

All

Crew

C

Radios
Pilot Sidetone
(during radio
transmission)

Radios
Sidetone
Copilot
Pilot
Passengers
CD Player

Radios
Sidetone
Copilot
Pilot
CD Player

REW (Down Position): Pilot and copilot are connected on one intercom

Copilot and passen­ger intercom
CD player

Radios
Sidetone

Pilot
Copilot
Passengers
CD Player

Radios
Sidetone
Pilot
Copilot
CD Player

Passenger and
Copilot intercom
CD player

Radios
Sidetone

Pilot
Copilot
Passengers
CD Player

Passengers
Entertainment
input 2

This mode allows the
pilot to communicate
without the others both­ered by the conversa­tions. Copilot and pas­sengers can continue to
communicate and listen
to music

This mode allows all on
board to hear radio
reception as well as
communicate on the
intercom. Music is
muted during intercom
and radio communica­tions

This mode allows the
pilot and copilot to
concentrate on flying,
while enjoying music,
while the passengers can
communicate amongst
themselves and enjoy an
alternate music source

channel and have exclusive access to the aircraft radios. They may also
listen to CD music. Passengers can continue to communicate with them­selves without interrupting the Crew and also may listen to Entertainment

2. Entertainment 2 may be connected to the CD player during installation if
so desired.

1.3.6 Secondary Entertainment Input

The PCD7100 has provisions for an additional entertainment input. The
primary music volume control does not affect secondary music level.

While in the C

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REW mode, pilot and copilot will hear entertainment input #1

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while the passengers may listen to entertainment input #2.
It is also possible to use only one entertainment input device for both enter-

tainment inputs. It is suggested however, that a switch (DPDT) is installed
between the single entertainment device and entertainment input #1. This
will allow the passengers to play the CD while in the Crew mode.

1.4 Operating the internal CD Player

The single-disk CD player is designed for simple operation. There are five
buttons with the following functions.

1 2 3 4 5

1 (Play) Plays CD, push again to pause
2 (Jump Forward) Push to jump to the next track, hold to

fast forward in current track

3 (Jump Backward) Push to jump to the previous track,

hold to rewind in current track

4 (Stop) Stops playback
5 (Eject) Ejects disc

The CD player will begin to play automatically when a CD is inserted.
Press the play button to pause the track.

The jump forward button advances to the next track. Jump backwards
selects the previous track. Stop ceases play, and Eject removes the disk
from

the CD player.

1.5 Internal Recorder System (P/N 11951, 11957 only)

The Intercom Recording System (referred to here as the IRS) is a digital
recording system allowing automatic storage and immediate playback of all
incoming aircraft radio receptions.

Operating as a continuous loop recorder, (first message received will be the
last heard), the recorder has one minute of recording time divided into as
many as 16 messages. With its own built-in VOX circuit, there are no but-

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tons to press to start recording. The system automatically begins to record
the instant the radio becomes active. Only aircraft radio audio in pilot’s
headset is recorded and only the pilot will hear the playback audio, in one
ear.

1.5.1 Operation

Recording is automatic; there is no action required by the pilot. To play
back the last recorded message, simply press the momentary switch associ­ated with the IRS. Each additional press of the button will play the preced­ing recorded message.

To stop playback, hold the playback button for two seconds. The next push
will then play the prior message.

Creating MP3s on your home computer, from an Audio CD

Start MusicMatch JukeBox.(www.musicmatch.com
button, which is the small red dot located in the top right corner. This will
open the recorder window located at the bottom of the screen.

Insert an audio CD into your computer’s CD drive. MusicMatch will auto­matically read the disc and display the contents in the recorder window.
Press the REFRESH button to check the Internet database for CD informa­tion, such as artist, song title, or album. If this information is available, it
will automatically be updated in the file.

Select Options->Recorder->Format and select either MP3 or MP3PRO
format. You may also set the MP3 file quality under the Options­>Recorder->Quality menu.

NOTE:

For best results (reduced skipping, etc.) burn rate of the disc should

not exceed the published rate of the media, or 2X, whichever is lower.

Select the tracks to be copied to MusicMatch by checking the box next to
the desired track. Press the record button in the lower left corner when
complete

MusicMatch will then convert the files from the audio CD to MP3 and dis­play them in the Music Library box located in the middle of the screen.

) Press the recorder

Warranty and Service

2.1 Warranty

In order for the factory warranty to be valid, the installations in a certified
aircraft must be accomplished by an FAA-certified avionics shop and au­thorized PS Engineering dealer. If the unit is being installed by a non­certified individual in an experimental aircraft, a factory-made harness

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must be used for the warranty to be valid.
PS Engineering, Inc. warrants this product to be free fr om defect in mate-

rial and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of installa­tion as recorded in aircraft logbook and /or on FAA Form 337. During the
twelve (12) months, PS Engineering, Inc., at its option, will send a replace­ment unit at our expense if the unit should be determined to be defective
after consultation with a factory technician.

All transportation charges for returning the defective units are the responsibility of
the purchaser. All domestic transportation charges for returning the exchange or
repaired unit to the purchaser will be borne by PS Engineering, Inc. The risk of loss
or damage to the product is borne by the party making the shipment, unless the
purchaser requests a specific method of shipment. In this case, the purchaser as­sumes the risk of loss.

This warranty is not transferable. Any implied warranties expire at the expiration
date of this warranty. PS Engineering SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDEN­TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. This warranty does not cover a defect
that has resulted from improper handling, storage or preservation, or unreasonable
use or maintenance as determined by us. This warranty is void if there is any at­tempt to dissemble this product without factory authorization. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which may vary from
state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusions may not apply to you.

All items repaired or replaced under this warranty are warranted for the remainder
of the original warranty period. PS Engineering, Inc. reserves the rights to make
modifications or improvements to the product without obligation to perform like
modifications or improvements to previously manufactured products.

2.2 Factory Service

The unit is covered by a one-year limited warranty. See warranty information. Con­tact PS Engineering, Inc. at [phone] or www.ps-engineering.com/
support.shtml before you return the unit. This will allow the service technician to
provide any other suggestions for identifying the problem and recommend possible
solutions.

After discussing the problem with the technician and you obtain a Return Authori­zation Number, ship product to:

PS Engineering, Inc.
Attn: Service Department
9800 Martel Rd
Lenoir City, TN 37772
[phone] FAX [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

NOTE: PS Engineering will not be responsible for any units shipped in the
U. S. Mail. Any item received that does not have either an RMA or a de­tailed description of the problem AND a contact name and phone number
will be refused.

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NOTES

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