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ARTEX ME406 Description, Operation, Installation And Maintenance Manual

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Emergency Locator Transmitter
Emergency Locator Transmitter
ME406 Series
Part No.
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453-6603
ME406
453-6604
ME406HM
25-62-30
Initial Issue JUN 30/2005
ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC.
5757 Ravenswood Rd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
Page 1 of 72
Mar 19/2015
570-1600 Rev. V
Cage Code: 18560

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  • Page 1 Emergency Locator Transmitter 453-6603 ME406 Emergency Locator Transmitter 453-6604 ME406HM Page 1 of 72 25-62-30 Mar 19/2015 570-1600 Rev. V Initial Issue JUN 30/2005 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC. 5757 Ravenswood Rd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 Cage Code: 18560...
  • Page 2 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) PROPRIETARY INFORMATION This document contains proprietary information and such information may not be disclosed to others for any purpose, nor used for manufacturing purposes without written permission from ACR Electronics.

  • Page 3: Record Of Revisions

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) RECORD OF REVISIONS REVISION CHANGE DATE REVISION CHANGE DATE RELEASE Jun 30/2005 DCN 2670 Nov 17/2005 DCN 2777 May 01/2006 DCN 2847 Aug 21/2006...

  • Page 4: Service Bulletin List

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SERVICE BULLETIN LIST SERVICE ISSUE MANUAL MANUAL SUBJECT BULLETIN NO DATE REV NO REV DATE 25-62-30 Page 4 of 72 Mar 19/15...

  • Page 5: List Of Effective

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES SUBJECT PAGE DATE SUBJECT PAGE DATE Title Page Aug 20/13 Test and Fault Isolation (cont.) Oct 03/13 Notices Aug 20/13...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TABLE OF CONTENTS RECORD OF REVISIONS ..........................3 SERVICE BULLETIN LIST ........................... 4 LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES........................5 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................6 LIST OF FIGURES ............................. 9 INTRODUCTION .............................
  • Page 7 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Other Countries ........................26 Inspection and Test Procedures ....................27 Checklist ..........................27 Preparation .......................... 27 Coax Cable and Wiring Connections Inspection – Item 1 ............28 Mounting Tray and Hardware Inspection –...
  • Page 8 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Buzzer ............................51 Location ..........................51 Installation .......................... 51 Wiring ............................52 General Considerations and Recommendations ..............52 Remote Switch Harness Fabrication ..................55 ELT D-Sub Plug Installation ....................

  • Page 9: List Of Figures

    Figure 24 Velcro Strap Installation & Inspection ................. 60 Figure 25 Battery Pack Installation ....................62 Figure 26 ELT Orthogonal Axes ......................64 Figure 27 ME406 Series ELT Main Assembly and Installation ............... 70 Figure 28 Electrical Components ....................... 71 Figure 29 Antennas .......................... 72...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Installation e) Registration Illustrated Parts List 2) In the United States, the ME406 Series ELT must be installed and maintained in accordance with the requirements herein and 14 CFR, FAR Parts 43, and 91; and other airworthiness requirements, as applicable.

  • Page 11: Model Descriptions

    A. ME406 1) The ME406 is a type AF (Automatic Fixed) beacon, which transmits on 121.5 and 406 MHz. 2) The ME406 ELT is enclosed in an impact resistant plastic casing and mounts on a tray made of similar material.

  • Page 12: Approvals

    CAUTION: Lithium battery safety concerns include the possibility of fire, venting violently, and venting of toxic gases. 1) The lithium battery pack used on the ME406 Series ELT is certified under TSO C126. a) The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this battery are minimum performance standards.
  • Page 13 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) CATEGORY SECTION DESCRIPTION Temperature/Altitude 4.5.4 In-Flight Loss of Cooling Temperature Variation Humidity 7.0/8.0 Operational Shock and Crash Safety/Vibration Explosion 10.0 Waterproofness 11.0 Fluids Susceptibility 12.0...

  • Page 14: Frequency Allocations

    SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-002 B. Discussion 1) The 406 MHz transmitter frequency of the ME406 Series ELT was originally 406.028 MHz. In order to comply with COSPAS-SARSAT frequency allocation requirements, changes to the 406 MHz frequency may occur since the original release of this product.

  • Page 15: List Of Acronyms, Abbreviations, And Definitions

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TASK 25-62-30-990-805 5. List of Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Definitions SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-001 Term Definition Advisory Circular – A Federal Aviation Administration (USA) bulletin with special information.
  • Page 16 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) FSDO Flight Standards District Office – FAA district offices responsible for aircraft certification, operation, maintenance, and modification issues, approvals and enforcement. G-Switch A velocity switch that detects sudden de-acceleration and is used to automatically activate an ELT.

  • Page 17: References

    DO-204, “Minimal Operational Performance Standards for 406 MHz Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT)” SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-002 B. Other Documents 1) The following documents are available on-line at the Artex products web site at www.acrartex.com, or from ACR Electronics upon request. 570-1000, “ELT Test Set (ETS) Operation Manual” 25-62-30...

  • Page 18: Description And Operation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION TASK 25-62-30-870-801 1. Description SUBTASK 25-62-30-870-001 A. Functional Overview 1) The ELT automatically activates during a crash and transmits the standard sweep tone on 121.5 MHz.

  • Page 19: Components

    B. Components 1) The ME406 Series ELT main assembly is housed in a high impact, fire resistant, polycarbonate plastic case and mounted in a tray made of similar material. See Figure 2 ME406 Series ELT and Mounting Tray Assembly. NOTE:...

  • Page 20: Figure 4 Buzzer

    3) The buzzer (i.e., horn) provides an audible alert when the ELT is active. See Figure 4 Buzzer. Figure 4 Buzzer 4) The battery pack for the ME406 Series ELT consists of two “D” size lithium manganese dioxide cells connected in series. To prevent the cells from being charged, diodes and fuses are connected to the inline power from each cell.

  • Page 21: Operation

    Figure 7 ELT Operational Flow Diagram 2) A primary feature of the ME406 Series ELT is its simplicity of operation. As long as the ELT is connected to the remote switch harness ELT connector, such that pins 5 and 12 are jumpered (G-switch loop), it will activate in the event of a crash.

  • Page 22: Normal Operation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SUBTASK 25-62-30-870-002 B. Normal Operation 1) The cockpit remote switch is in the “ARM” position (i.e., down). 2) The local switch on the ELT is in the “ARM” position (i.e., down).

  • Page 23: Specifications

    TASK 25-62-30-870-803 3. Specifications SUBTASK 25-62-30-870-001 A. Environmental and Physical 1) Table 2 lists the environmental and physical specifications of the ME406 Series ELT. NOTE: For automatic activation, the higher threshold of 4.5 ft/sec (2.3 ) is specified in accordance with Eurocae ED-62.

  • Page 24: Electrical

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SUBTASK 25-62-30-870-002 B. Electrical 1) Table 3 lists the electrical specifications of the ME406 Series ELT. CRITERIA PARAMETER CHARACTERISTIC 406.028 MHz, or higher ± 1 KHz Operating Frequencies 121.5 MHz...

  • Page 25: Antennas

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SUBTASK 25-62-30-870-003 C. Antennas 1) Table 4 lists the specifications of the antennas approved for use with the ME406 Series ELT. CHARACTERISTIC PARAMETERS 110-338 110-773...

  • Page 26: Test And Fault Isolation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TEST AND FAULT ISOLATION TASK 25-62-30-750-801 1. Inspection and Test Regulatory Requirements SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-001 A. United States 1) In accordance with FAR Part 91, Subpart C, § 91.207 (d), the ELT must be inspected within 12 calendar months after the last inspection for: a) Proper installation;...

  • Page 27: Inspection And Test Procedures

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TASK 25-62-30-750-802 2. Inspection and Test Procedures SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-001 A. Checklist 1) Table 5 provides a list of the ELT inspection and testing requirements, a copy of which may be used as a checklist to verify inspection and test completion.

  • Page 28: Coax Cable And Wiring Connections Inspection - Item 1

    3) Inspect Velcro strap in accordance with SUBTASK 25-62-30-410-001 on page 59 and replace with metal strap mounting tray assembly (Artex P/N 452-3034-1) if worn. 4) Velcro strap must be replaced with metal strap mounting tray assembly (Artex P/N 452-3034-1) under any circumstances requiring a battery replacement. These circumstances are detailed in SUBTASK 25-62-30-220-003.

  • Page 29: G-Switch Functional Check - Item 4

    Chapter 12, § 12-22, Note 3. 3) Notify any nearby control tower of your intentions. 4) Install the 500-0079 ME406 G-Switch Loop Test Connector Fixture on the ELT receptacle or jumper ELT receptacle pins 5 and 12. NOTE: The ELT cannot be activated using this procedure unless pins 5 and 12 on the ELT receptacle are jumpered.

  • Page 30: 121.5 Mhz Frequency Measurement - Item 5A

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Figure 8 Performance Testing Equipment Setup SUBTASK 25-62-30-750-003 H. 121.5 MHz Frequency Measurement – Item 5a 1) Connect the measuring device, referring to SUBTASK 25-62-30-750-002 on page 29.

  • Page 31: 406 Mhz Frequency Measurement - Item 5D

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SUBTASK 25-62-30-750-006 K. 406 MHz Frequency Measurement – Item 5d CAUTION: POWER OUTPUT IS APPROXIMATELY 37 DB (5 WATTS). BE SURE ADEQUATE ATTENUATION IS INSERTED IN-LINE BETWEEN THE ELT ANTENNA OUTPUT AND THE MEASURING DEVICE TO PROTECT THE INPUT CIRCUITS OF THE MEASURING DEVICE.

  • Page 32: Figure 9 Current Draw Test Setup

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Figure 9 Current Draw Test Setup 4) Connect the ammeter and set it for the lowest possible scale. 5) Read the current draw on the ammeter. Measured current must be £ 2 µA (micro-amps).

  • Page 33: Digital Message Verification - Item 5G

    406 MHz digital message. Examples of equivalent beacon readers include the IFR-4000, BT100A, and other models available. Consult documentation for the beacon tester in question and contact Artex Technical Support for further information. NOTE: The SARTECH 453-0131 ELT Tester is no longer supported and cannot properly read the latest generation of 406MHz ELTs.

  • Page 34: Elt Reset Check - Item 5H

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SUBTASK 25-62-30-750-010 O. ELT Reset Check – Item 5h 1) Place the ELT control switch in the “ON” position. 2) Return the switch to the “ARM” position.

  • Page 35: Antenna Test - Item 7

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SUBTASK 25-62-30-750-012 Q. Antenna Test – Item 7 CAUTION: DO NOT ALLOW THE DURATION OF THIS TEST TO EXCEED 5 SECONDS. 1) Tune a low quality AM receiver (i.e., radio) to 121.5 MHz.
  • Page 36 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) CODE PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Indicates a 406 MHz transmission problem Verify the coax cable/antenna is connected and in good condition Perform continuity check of center...
  • Page 37 ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Indicates there is no navigation position data present (long message protocol only) Reprogram to short message or ignore 5-Flash ELT programmed with a long message error code.

  • Page 38: Elt Troubleshooting Guidelines

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SUBTASK 25-62-30-810-002 B. ELT Troubleshooting Guidelines 1) Table 7 provides ELT troubleshooting guidelines for installation and operational issues. SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Remote switch LED always on...

  • Page 39: Removal

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) REMOVAL TASK 25-62-30-010-801 1. ELT SUBTASK 25-62-30-010-001 A. ELT Removal 1) See Figure 11 ELT Removal Sequence. Figure 11 ELT Removal Sequence 2) Disconnect the antenna coax cable.

  • Page 40: Battery

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TASK 25-62-30-050-801 2. Battery SUBTASK 25-62-30-050-001 A. Battery Pack Removal CAUTION: THE BATTERY PACK CONTAINS ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) COMPONENTS AND IT MUST BE HANDLED WITH CARE. IF POSSIBLE, WEAR A GROUNDED WRIST STRAP WHEN HANDLING THE BATTERY PACK DURING INSTALLATION ACTIVITIES.

  • Page 41: Material Or Equipment Return

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TASK 25-62-30-500-801 3. Material or Equipment Return SUBTASK 25-62-30-510-001 A. Shipment Information 1) If any material or equipment is to be returned to the factory, under warranty or otherwise, ACR...

  • Page 42: Installation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) INSTALLATION TASK 25-62-30-410-801 1. Regulatory Requirements and Guidelines SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-001 A. For US Registered aircraft: WARNING: FAILURE TO REGISTER THIS ELT WITH NOAA BEFORE INSTALLATION COULD RESULT IN A MONETARY FORFEITURE BEING ISSUED TO THE OWNER.

  • Page 43: Canada

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) completed Form 337 is provided to the FAA and also becomes a permanent part of the aircraft maintenance records in accordance with AC43-9, Paragraph 17.

  • Page 44: Mounting Tray

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TASK 25-62-30-450-801 2. Mounting Tray SUBTASK 25-62-30-450-001 A. Location CAUTION: MANY ORIGINAL ELT INSTALLATIONS ARE INADEQUATE AS FAR AS UNIT LOCATION AND SURFACE RIGIDITY ARE CONCERNED. BECAUSE OF THE CRITICAL FUNCTION AN ELT PERFORMS, IT IS IMPORTANT THE INSTALLATION FOLLOWS THE INSTRUCTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS HEREIN.

  • Page 45: Figure 13 Me406 Series Elt Outline And Dimensions

    DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) 1) Select a suitable location for the ELT mounting tray. See Figure 13 ME406 Series ELT Outline and Dimensions on page 45 and Figure 14 ME406 Metal Strap Minimum Clearance Dimensions on page 46.

  • Page 46: Figure 14 Me406 Metal Strap Minimum Clearance Dimensions

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Figure 14 ME406 Metal Strap Minimum Clearance Dimensions 2) Mount the ELT as far aft as practical, but where it can be easily retrieved for maintenance. NOTE: Statistics show that the tail section of an airplane is likely to be less damaged during a crash;...

  • Page 47: Installation

    4) Mark the four holes needed for mounting the tray, using the tray as a pattern. The hole pattern is also illustrated in Figure 13 ME406 Series ELT Outline and Dimensions on page 45. 5) Drill the four mounting holes with a #19 or 4.25 mm drill.

  • Page 48: Antenna

    SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-001 A. Selection 1) Use only antennas approved for use with the ME406 Series ELT. The ELT will not work properly without being connected to an antenna for which it was designed. 2) Verify the antenna selected matches the requirements of the specific installation. Considerations include aircraft maximum rated speed, location restrictions, and any other considerations specific to the installation.

  • Page 49: Figure 16 Rod Antenna 110-338 And Whip Antenna 110-773 Outlines And Dimensions

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) 1) Install a doubler plate if necessary to meet rigidity requirements. A 20 lb (9.1 kg) force applied to the antenna in all directions should not cause an appreciable distortion in the aircraft skin.

  • Page 50: Remote Switch

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TASK 25-62-30-450-803 4. Remote Switch SUBTASK 25-62-30-450-001 A. Location NOTE: This procedure is applicable to the most commonly used remote switch (345-6196-04). If an optional switch is installed in lieu of this one, the applicable installation instructions should be consulted.

  • Page 51: Buzzer

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TASK 25-62-30-450-804 5. Buzzer SUBTASK 25-62-30-450-001 A. Location CAUTION: PLACING THE BUZZER IN THE COCKPIT IS NOT RECOMMENDED DUE TO THE POTENTIAL FOR DISTRACTION. THE BUZZER PRODUCES A LOUD, SIREN-TYPE SOUND WHEN THE ELT IS ACTIVATED.

  • Page 52: Wiring

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TASK 25-62-30-450-805 6. Wiring SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-001 A. General Considerations and Recommendations CAUTION: IF GROUND OR OTHER CONNECTIONS ARE BROKEN OR OTHERWISE DAMAGED, THE ELT IS STILL CAPABLE OF AUTOMATIC ACTIVATION;...

  • Page 53: Figure 19 Metal Airframe Wiring Diagrams

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Figure 19 Metal Airframe Wiring Diagrams 25-62-30 Page 53 of 72 Mar 19/15...

  • Page 54: Figure 20 Composite Airframe Wiring Diagrams

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Figure 20 Composite Airframe Wiring Diagrams 25-62-30 Page 54 of 72 Mar 19/15...

  • Page 55: Remote Switch Harness Fabrication

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SUBTASK 25-62-30-450-001 B. Remote Switch Harness Fabrication 1) See Figure 20 Remote Switch Harness Arrangement. Figure 21 Remote Switch Harness Arrangement 2) Fabricate a harness long enough to reach from the ELT to the cockpit remote switch, allowing enough slack to provide a drip loop at the ELT end and a service loop at the cockpit remote switch end.

  • Page 56: Elt D-Sub Plug Installation

    C. ELT D-Sub Plug Installation NOTE: Artex supplies a DB15 female solder contact connector with all ME406 ELT kits. If a crimp contact connector is preferred, it is acceptable to purchase and use an alternate DB15 crimp contact connector. Ensure it conforms to MIL-C-24308 or other commercial specification to ensure performance requirements are met.

  • Page 57: Cockpit Remote Switch 9-Pin Plug Installation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) 7) Fit the plug into a housing half positioning the grommet such that it fits into the recess on the cable end of the housing, with the raised collar step against the housing inside face.

  • Page 58: Wiring Installation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SUBTASK 25-62-30-450-004 E. Wiring Installation 1) Route the remote switch harness wire bundle and breakout wiring through the airframe. 2) Route the antenna coax cable through the airframe.

  • Page 59: Buzzer Connections

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) SUBTASK 25-62-30-450-009 J. Buzzer Connections 1) Connect the power wire to the buzzer positive (+) terminal. 2) Connect the ground wire to the buzzer negative (–) terminal.

  • Page 60: Figure 24 Velcro Strap Installation & Inspection

    Check strap for debris that may inhibit the strap from being fully engaged. Also check for cuts, abrasion, or any other damage to the strap. Replace mounting tray assembly with metal strap mounting tray assembly (Artex P/N 452-3034-1) if any parts are damaged or worn.

  • Page 61: Harness Elt D-Sub Plug Sealing

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) NOTE: It is very important the cockpit remote switch LED immediately begins flashing continuously upon ELT activation. If the LED fails to start flashing, recheck the interface wiring and connections between the ELT and the cockpit remote switch.

  • Page 62: Figure 25 Battery Pack Installation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Figure 25 Battery Pack Installation 3) Verify the gasket is in place and in good condition. 4) Lay the battery pack on the work surface with the cells facing up.

  • Page 63: New Battery Installation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) 2. A 5-flash error will be indicated if the ELT is programed with a location protocol, and is generated because the ELT is not connected to the navigation system and receiving position data.

  • Page 64: Orientation

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Figure 26 ELT Orthogonal Axes 2) The six-axis coverage of the ME406HM design accommodates the flight characteristics of helicopters, while allowing “normal” installation and eliminating or significantly reducing “nuisance” ELT activations.

  • Page 65: Appendix A - Elt Registration

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) APPENDIX A – ELT REGISTRATION TASK 25-62-30-990-801 1. Background Information SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-001 A. Hex ID Code 1) Each 406 MHz ELT is programmed with a unique hex ID code (i.e., registration code) that is transmitted to the SAR satellite system.

  • Page 66: Where To Register

    2) Specific registration web sites and information may be found at: a) The Artex products web site at www.acrartex.com, which has links to on-line registration sites and also a link to registration forms and instructions for a number of countries.

  • Page 67: Illustrated Parts List

    SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-001 A. Ordering Information 1) Approved parts may be ordered from ACR Electronics, or any authorized dealer. CONTACT INFORMATION Sales, ACR Electronics, Inc. / Artex Products 5757 Ravenswood Rd Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312-6645 USA Phone: (954) 981-3333 Fax: (954) 983-5087...

  • Page 68: Explanation Of Detailed Parts List Entries

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TASK 25-62-30-990-803 3. Explanation of Detailed Parts List Entries SUBTASK 25-62-30-990-001 A. Fig # & Item Column 1) The first number at the top of the column is the figure number of the corresponding illustration.

  • Page 69: Upa (Units Per Assembly) Column

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) 3) Assemblies, subassemblies, and detail parts subject to modification, deletion, addition, or replacement by an issued service bulletin, are annotated to indicate both pre- and post-service bulletin configurations. The term (PRE SB XXXX) in the “Nomenclature”...

  • Page 70: Detailed Parts List

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) TASK 25-62-30-990-804 4. Detailed Parts List Figure 27 ME406 Series ELT Main Assembly and Installation FIG # ITEM PART # 1234 NOMENCLATURE 453-6603 ME406 Main Assembly...

  • Page 71: Figure 28 Electrical Components

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Figure 28 Electrical Components FIG # ITEM PART # 1234 NOMENCLATURE 345-6196-04 Switch, Cockpit Remote ATTACHING PARTS – 201-0408 Screw, PHIL 4-40 x 1/4” SS –...

  • Page 72: Figure 29 Antennas

    ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC DESCRIPTION, OPERATION, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ME406 (453-6603), ME406HM (453-6604) Figure 29 Antennas FIG # ITEM PART # 1234 NOMENCLATURE 110-338 Antenna, Tri-Band CI317-1 (Single Input) 110-773 Antenna, 121.5/406 MHz Whip – 611-6013-04 . Cable, Coax BNC to BNC (6 ft.)

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