9800 Martel Road
Lenoir City, TN 37772
Tactical Radio Adapter
Document P/N 200-002-0002
Revision 5, February 2009
Part number 12100
Installation and Operation Manual
PS Engineering, Inc. 2009 ©
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In certified aircraft, warranty is not valid unless this product is installed by an
Authorized PS Engineering dealer.
PS Engineering
Radio Adapter (12100) Series Interface
Installation Manual
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Table of Contents
1. 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- None ..................................................................... 1-1
1.5 SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................. 1-2
1.6 EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED................................................................................... 1-2
1.7 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED............................................ 1-2
1.8 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................. 1-2
2. Section II - Installation.......................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION .............................................................................. 2-1
2.1.1 SCOPE......................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Unpacking and Preliminary Inspection................................................................ 2-1
2.3 Equipment Installation Procedures ...................................................................... 2-1
2.3.1 Cooling Requirements ................................................................................. 2-1
2.3.2 Mounting Requirements............................................................................... 2-1
2.3.3 Mounting Hole configuration....................................................................... 2-1
2.3.4 Connector Assembly.................................................................................... 2-2
2.3.5 Physical Installation..................................................................................... 2-2
2.4 Cable Harness Wiring.......................................................................................... 2-2
2.4.1 Noise............................................................................................................ 2-3
2.4.2 Power ........................................................................................................... 2-3
2.4.3 Interface to aircraft audio system................................................................. 2-3
2.4.4 Interface to non-aviation transceiver............................................................ 2-3
2.5 Adjustments ......................................................................................................... 2-4
2.6 Operational Checkout .......................................................................................... 2-7
2.7 Final Inspection.................................................................................................... 2-7
3. Section III- Operation............................................................................................ 3-8
4. Section IV- Warranty and Service .......................................................................4-8
4.1 Warranty............................................................................................................... 4-8
4.2 Factory Service.....................................................................................................4-8
5. Appendix A- Installation Information and Connector Layout.............................A
6. Appendix B Unit Wiring ..........................................................................................B
7. Appendix C -Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness .....................................B
PS Engineering
Radio Adapter (12100) Series Interface
Installation Manual
200-002-0002 Page 1-1 Rev. 5, Feb. 2009
Section I GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The Radio Adapter (12100) Radio Adapter Interface is a solution for the interface requirements of general aviation avionics and non-aviation communications radios. Before
installing and/or using this product, please read this manual completely.
1.2 SCOPE
This manual provides detailed installation and operation instructions for the PS Engineering Radio Adapter Interface unit. This includes the following part number:
Model Description Part Number
Radio Adapter Interface Tactical Radio adapter 12100
1.3 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
The Radio Adapter (12100) is designed to interface general aviation aircraft audio systems to either a commercial 2-way business transceiver or a public service communication transceiver.
NOTE:
Because of the variety and inconsistency between different equipment manufacturers,
models and configurations, PS Engineering makes no expressed or implied guarantee that
the Radio Adapter will work satisfactorily in all cases. If the equipment fails to perform,
you may return the unit to PS Engineering for a refund without a restocking charge within
30 days of the invoice date. PS Engineering is not responsible for any engineering or removal costs.
1.4 APPROVAL BASIS – FAA- None
The Radio Adapter (12100) is designed and manufactured to exacting quality standards.
However it is designed as a specialty unit for specific applications outside of the existing
Technical Standard Orders.
It is the installers’ responsibility to ascertain and procure the necessary approvals. PS Engineering makes no assertions that the Radio Adapter (12100) is approved for installation
in certified aircraft.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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Radio Adapter (12100) Series Interface
Installation Manual
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1.5 SPECIFICATIONS
Input Power: 12 or 28 VDC, Current drain: <250 mA
Aircraft Radio Impedance: 510
Weight: 10 Oz.
Dimensions: 1.5” h x 4.0” W x 5.50” D
Including mounting flange
1.6 EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED
A. 1 ea. of the following units:
Model
Part Number
Radio Adapter
12100
B. Radio Adapter (12100) Installation Kit:
Part Number
Description
Quantity
425-025-0006
DB25 Female
1
1.7 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED
A. Interconnect Wiring
G. Circuit Breaker: 1 ea. 1 Amp.
1.8 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
NOTE:
The radio transceiver interfaced through the Radio Adapter may require special operator
and/or Radio Station License. Consult the specific transceiver operation manual or the
Federal Communication Commission for more details.
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Radio Adapter (12100) Series Interface
Installation Manual
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Section II - Installation
2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1.1 SCOPE
This section provides detailed installation and interconnect instructions for the PS Engineering Radio Adapter (12100)-Series Interface.
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. The equipment must be installed by an appropriately rated Certified Repair
Station or other certified agency, in accordance with applicable regulations.
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 items, etc. Verify the
correct 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 accessories shows 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
Engineering for any other reason should be shipped in the original PS Engineering packaging, or other UPS approved packaging.
2.3 Equipment Installation Procedures
2.3.1 Cooling Requirements
Forced air cooling of the Radio Adapter (12100) is not required. However the unit should
be kept away from heat producing sources (i.e. defrost or heater ducts, dropping resistors,
heat producing avionics) without adequate cooling air provided.
2.3.2 Mounting Requirements
The Radio Adapter (12100) must be rigidly mounted to the aircraft structure. Mounting
orientation is not important, however we do recommend that the unit be close to the
communications transceiver and that the wiring runs should be as short as practicable.
Installation must comply with FAA Advisory Circular AC 43.13-2A. The unit may be
mounted in any area where adequate clearance for the unit and associated wiring bundle
exist.
2.3.3 Mounting Hole configuration
The unit is mounted with two mounting flanges. The hole pattern is shown in figure 1.
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