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USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
M/N DPS1000, P/N: 101-01175
Doc. P/N: 56-101-01175
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Revision I
October 10, 2017

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  • Page 1 DPS1000 RVSM Pitot-Static Test Set USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL M/N DPS1000, P/N: 101-01175 Doc. P/N: 56-101-01175 Revision I October 10, 2017 ____________________________________ Copyright © 2017 Barfield Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2 Barfield Inc. Confidential and Proprietary Information. This document and all the information contained herein is the sole property of Barfield Inc. No intellectual property rights are granted by the delivery of this document or the disclosure of its content.
  • Page 3 SAFETY Before using this instrument the operator should read and understand all of the related data. This includes the applicable local safety procedures, this publication and the instructions for the accessories/options/equipment you are using it with and the system or components under test. This equipment was designed to be safe when used as per the procedures of this Instruction Manual.
  • Page 4 CAUTION: Always monitor aircraft instruments to Ensure the maximum rates of change are not exceeded. CAUTION: Failure to follow procedures as written could produce a negative airspeed condition capable of damaging the aircraft instruments. SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT Warning – Read and understand operator’s manual before using this machine 56-101-01175 Revision I...
  • Page 5 Barfield in order to validate the warranty and to ensure that you will receive updated information when published. You MUST have your name and address on file at Barfield as a registered user of this equipment to be able to obtain the service covered by the warranty.
  • Page 6 ECO # REV. DATE DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE May 28, 2014 Initial Release 260-01041 October 15, 2014 Update Barfield logo and warranty 260-01092 March 18, 2015 Completely Revised 260-01118 August 11, 2015 TOC Page vii, Chapter #s Pages 54 & 55...
  • Page 7 The manufacturer of this equipment does not recommend the user to attempt any maintenance or repair. In case of malfunction, contact the manufacturer to obtain the list of approved repair facilities worldwide, ensuring that this equipment will be serviced using proper procedures and certified instruments. BARFIELD PRODUCT SUPPORT DIVISION Shipping Address: Telephone (305) 894-5400 Barfield, Inc.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Cautions Attn / Cont Rev / Maint Table of Contents List of Figures and Tables PAGE INTRODUCTION ......................... 13 1. PUBLICATION BREAKDOWN ..................13 2. INFORMATION PROVIDED WITH THE TEST SET ............. 13 3. RECERTIFICATION ..................... 14 4.
  • Page 9 Appendix D: Menu Navigation ....................83 Appendix E: Cabin Pressure Mode ..................84 Appendix F: IBF System Mode ....................92 Appendix G: Field Firmware Update Procedure via USB and Barfield ADTS App ....98 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | ix...
  • Page 10 FIGURE 7 POWER SUPPLY CABLE ..................23 FIGURE 8 DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENTS ................... 23 FIGURE 9 HUMID AIR EXHAUST ....................23 FIGURE 10 DPS1000 PRESSURE CONNECTIONS ..............24 FIGURE 11 DPS1000 FRONT PANEL ..................25 FIGURE 12 INSTRUCTION MANUAL, P/N 56-101-01175 ............27 FIGURE 13 ELECTRICAL CABLE, P/N AE9887-ND ..............
  • Page 11 Figure E 5 Enabled Cabin Pressure Mode….…………………………………………………………87 Figure E 6 Initialization Screen…….…………………………………………………………………...87 Figure E 7 Cabin Pressure Mode – Step 1…….…………………………………….……………..88 Figure E 8 DPS1000 & 1811NG Connection Ports….………………………………………………...88 Figure E 9 Warning Screen…….………………………………………………………………………...89 Figure E 10 Cabin Pressure Mode – Step 2……….………………………………………...………...89 Figure E 11 Cabin Pressure Mode –...
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  • Page 13: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION 1. PUBLICATION BREAKDOWN This user instruction manual establishes the standards of operation for the DPS1000 Pitot- Static Test Set. Its purpose is to provide sufficient information for the personnel unfamiliar with this unit to understand it, identify its parts, and operate it in accordance with proper procedures, operating techniques, precautions and limitations.

  • Page 14: Recertification

    Contact Barfield for Maintenance and Calibration requirements. B. At the conclusion of the power up initialization the DPS1000 will display the date when it was “Last Calibrated” in the format of Day–Month-Year and will provide the user with the number of days remaining before its calibration due date with a statement of “Cal...

  • Page 15: Figure 3 Limited 2 Year Warranty

    BARFIELD INC. ("BARFIELD") warrants only to the original Purchaser of this DPS1000/1811NG product from BARFIELD or an authorized distributor that this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for two years after date of purchase. BARFIELD reserves the...

  • Page 16: Chapter 1: General

    B. The DPS1000 Digital Pitot Static Test Set meets the demanding RVSM accuracy requirement of ± 0.003 inHg and compliance requirements of 91.171. 2. SPECIFICATIONS A.

  • Page 17: Table 3 Aeronautical Specifications

    55,000 Note (*4): This tolerance represents the stability over a 12 month period. If tighter tolerances are required, the calibration interval should be reduced or proof of stability should be established. Pressure Units (DPS1000) RtQc Channel Rate of Change Channel...

  • Page 18: Table 5 Display Units

    Note (*5): Regarding Qc Channel: Specification based on typical accuracy (0.05% FS). Maximum error is 0.10% FS Note (*6): This tolerance represents the stability over a 12 month period. If tighter tolerances are required, the calibration interval should be reduced or proof of accuracy/stability should be established.

  • Page 19: Instructions For Use

    3. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE A. With the Barfield DPS1000 Pitot and Static ports connected via the hoses (included) and mating aircraft adapters (not included) to their respective ports on the aircraft, the user is able to enter pressures or equivalent aeronautical values using the Test Set’s touch screen input display to drive the aircraft system to the required points of test.

  • Page 20: Chapter 2: Ratings

    1. SUPPLY VOLTAGES A. The Barfield DPS1000 Pitot Static Test Set may be powered from either 100 to 120 VAC @ 50 or 60 Hz, 400 VA, or from 200 to 240 VAC @ 50 or 60 Hz, 400 VA.

  • Page 21: Chapter 3: Installation

    The user should take inventory of the package contents to insure the following items are there: 1. DPS1000 Pitot Static Test Set P/N 101-01175 2. Hose kit P/N 115-00632 composed of: a) 1 each Blue 25 ft Hose with quick disconnect and 1 tethered plug for STATIC (Ps) port connection, P/N 115-00630.

  • Page 22: Grounding (Earthing)

    B. The DPS1000 chassis may be Grounded to the aircraft or instrument under test using the Ground stud located in the upper right corner of the panel depicted as item 5 in Figure 11.

  • Page 23: Electrical Connections

    4. VENTILATION / DRAINAGE A. Ventilation The DPS1000 has exhaust vents on the right side of the unit which must not be blocked. Also there are intake vents on the left side for drawing air through the case which also must be kept free from obstructions.

  • Page 24: Pneumatic Pressure Connections

    1. Pt (pitot) - P/N: B-QC4-D-2PMK5FV 2. Ps (static) - P/N: B-QC4-D-2PMK2FV Note: OPT A includes AN4 fittings in both ports Pt (pitot) and Ps (static) - P/N 284-00013 Figure 10 DPS1000 PRESSURE CONNECTIONS 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 24...

  • Page 25: Chapter 4: Operation

    CHAPTER 4: OPERATION 1. OPERATING CONTROLS A. Front Panel Switches and Controls (Components shown in Figure 10). Figure 11 DPS1000 Front Panel Key to Figure 11: Connect to Aircraft Pitot system. This is also Pitot (Pt) pressure port referred to as the Pt port and Total Pressure port.

  • Page 26: Positioning

    Wi-Fi Antenna Used for Wi-Fi communication. This feature can be used to communicate with either an android or iOS tablet. Ground (Earth) stud Used to ensure Test Set chassis is at same ground potential as the Aircraft or Instrument being tested. Fused power entry module Connects external power to the tester.

  • Page 27: Figure 12 Instruction Manual, P/N 56-101-01175

    Figure 12 Instruction Manual, P/N 56-101-01175 Figure 13 Electrical Cable, P/N AE9887-ND P/N 115-00632 (Standard Configuration) P/N 115-00633 (OPT A) Figure 14 Hose Kit 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 27...

  • Page 28: Figure 15 Antenna, P/N 126-00001

    Figure 17 AN4 Caps with Lanyard, P/N 176-00001 (OPT-A) B. Items not included 1. Ruggedized shipping case Barfield P/N 194-00073 see drawing in Figure 6. 2. Nav-Aids Pitot Static Adapters – Contact Barfield with your aircraft requirements 3. Wi-Fi enabled tablet - either Android or IOS device.

  • Page 29: Preparation

    Pitot and Static hoses. Each Test Set is completely calibrated and tested before shipment. However to ensure the integrity of the tests, the DPS1000 should be leak checked before each use. To help automate this process, use the predefined ATP Test Set–only.

  • Page 30: Operating Modes

    6. OPERATING MODES A. The DPS1000 has two pneumatic control modes of operation, (1) the default mode: 2- channel (Ps & Pt) mode and (2) 1-channel: Pt-Only mode which the user can select by following this Menu sequence: Main Menu, Page 2, Additional Functions, Control...

  • Page 31: Test Set Configuration Status Display

    Figure 19 Default 2-Channel (Dual Ps, Pt) mode Figure 20 Optional 1-Channel (Pt Only) Mode Note: Please refer to Appendix D for the complete Menu Navigation 7. TEST SET CONFIGURATION STATUS DISPLAY The Test Set presents the Configuration Status information in the top right quadrant of the display.

  • Page 32: Figure 21 Test Set Configuration Information Displayed

    Touch here to go directly to Setup 1 menu Selecting “Enable” in Setup 1 menu will automatically change to “Disable” and “Enabled” will appear in the Configuration Status area. Figure 21 Test Set Configuration Information Displayed 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 32...

  • Page 33: User Interface Menu And Display

    8. USER INTERFACE MENU AND DISPLAY A. The UI “User Interface” was designed and structured to provide the user/operator with an efficient and intuitive man-machine interface. 1. The left-half of the screen is dedicated to providing all the measurement and control display screens.

  • Page 34: Figure 23 Target Value Keypad Screen

    which will cause the Target keypad to be displayed for user entry. For this example the ALT touch zone was selected. 9. While in Leak Measure mode, the touch screen is not active for any of the 4- parameters. Only the right half side of the screen, the Leak Measure mode and the Control mode soft-keys are active.

  • Page 35: Figure 25 Display Setup: 2-Parameter Format

    Figure 25 Display Setup: 2-Parameter Format C. Units - Displayed units Once the Display Setup has been selected, (Aeronautical, Pressure units or EPR, 4- parameter or 2-parameter display format) the Units menu choices allow the user to select the units of measure for the given display parameters selected. For example, for Aeronautical mode, the available units for ALT are (1) ft or (2) m, depending on the selection.

  • Page 36: Figure 27 Display Units - For Pressure Units Mode

    Figure 27 Display Units – for Pressure Units Mode D. Leak Testing – There are two types of leak tests supported on the DPS1000: the traditional leak testing using the Leak Rate Timer and the Automatic Test Process (ATP)/ Leak Test Profiles.

  • Page 37: Figure 29 Leak Rate Timer Results

    Note: Anytime there is compression or expansion of a gas in a closed system there will be a resulting pressure change as a result of adiabatic. a) The Wait Time is to allow thermal equilibrium “adiabatic” to occur so that the leak measurement made during the “Leak Time”...

  • Page 38: Figure 30 Select Atp Leak Test Profile

    Figure 30 Select ATP Leak Test Profile The ATP Leak Test provides the following profile options: a) ALR “Auto Leak Recover” can be “(X)” selected/deselected b) Ambient Comp can be “(X)” select/deselected Ambient Comp compensates for local ambient barometric pressure to ensure for example that a 5,000 ft.

  • Page 39: Figure 31 Atp Leak Test - Parameter Profile Screen

    Figure 31 ATP Leak Test - Parameter Profile Screen Figure 32 ATP Leak Test Results Screen E. Go To Ground: This function will take the Test Set back to Ground (ambient barometric pressure altitude) and CAS = 0 Kts. Go To Ground can be selected while operating in Leak Measure or Control mode.

  • Page 40: Figure 33 Go To Ground Confirm Screen

    Main Menu: Go To Ground Figure 33 Go to Ground Confirm Screen The user can select “Go To Ground” from the Main menu, while in either Leak Measure or Control mode. At the conclusion of Go To Ground, the Test Set will perform an AutoZero function to trim off any small Qc pressure offset that may have crept into the Qc transducer typically due to thermal component (Test Set Warming or cooling).

  • Page 41: Figure 35 Conclusion Of Go To Ground

    When the AutoZero function is performed, the CB valve (Sv_CB) is OPEN. Figure 35 Conclusion of Go To Ground After a Go To Ground function is performed, Test Set will remain vented to ambient. F. Setup 1 – The following is available under this set of menu(s): Figure 36 Setup 1 Main Menu: Page 2, Setup 1 1.

  • Page 42: Figure 37 Altitude Correction Screen

    ( + ) than where the DPS1000 Test Set is located. Note: If the DPS1000 Test Set was physically higher than the instrument or aircraft, then the altitude correction would be entered as a negative ( - ) value.

  • Page 43: Figure 38 Altitude Correction On-Aircraft

    Figure 38 Altitude Correction On-Aircraft Figure 39 Altitude Correction Keypad 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 43...

  • Page 44: Figure 40 Test Set Configuration, Updated Altitude Correction

    (static) port vented to ambient (local barometric pressure). When the single channel Pt- only mode is selected the DPS1000 will perform a Go To Ground function before transitioning into this mode to ensure the Test Set Ps port is at ambient barometric pressure, at the conclusion of the Go To Ground the Test Set will leave the Ps port vented to ambient while driving the Pt port to the Target pressure specified by the user.

  • Page 45: Figure 42 Setup 2 - Selecting Limit File To Edit

    It is recommended to email this file to Barfield to aide in trouble shooting some issues/problems when the need occurs. In case of required technical support, Barfield personnel may request that this file be forwarded to them for troubleshooting purposes.

  • Page 46: Figure 43 Setup 2 - Edit Custom Limits

    Note: The user cannot edit the two pre-defined (1) default and (2) max limit profiles. Figure 43 Setup 2 – Edit Custom Limits c) Delete Custom Limits Allows user to delete custom limit profile(s) Note: Before deleting a user-created “custom limit profile”, the user needs to ensure that it is not selected at the time of deletion.

  • Page 47: Figure 44 Delete Custom Limits

    Step 3 Ensure “Limits” is different from “custom limits” created. Step 4 Select the “custom limits” created. Step 5 Touch “delete” to erase the “custom limits” created Figure 44 Delete Custom Limits 2. System Config Set Date & Time (set time and date of unit) Wi-Fi Option (enables or disables the WI-FI capability) Cabin Pressure Mode (refer to Appendix G) 3.

  • Page 48: Figure 45 Backlight Adjustment

    L. Backlight – Adjust display backlight intensity Figure 45 Backlight Adjustment 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 48...

  • Page 49: Figure 46 Dps1000 Front Panel

    9. TEST SET OPERATION A. Preliminary Setup 1. Ensure that the DPS1000 Power ON//OFF switch (8) is in the OFF position prior to connecting the AC power cable. 2. As a standard practice and under normal circumstances it is recommended that the DPS1000 not have hoses connected prior to initialization.

  • Page 50: Figure 47 Initialization Display

    The DPS1000 has two modes of operation, Leak Measure and Control. The default mode of operation for the DPS1000 is Leak Measure mode. At the conclusion of power ON initialization the Test Set will be placed in the Leak Measure mode.
  • Page 51 1. The pressures presently on the STATIC (Ps) and PITOT (Pt) ports are measured and recorded. 2. The output valves located internally on the DPS1000 pneumatic control manifold (SvPs_Out and SvPt_Out, reference DPS1000 Internal Pneumatic diagram, Appendix C) are closed to isolate the pneumatic controller from the aircraft or instrument under test.

  • Page 52: Test Set Leak Test

    CAS and ALT and uses the Leak Rate Timer to measure the Leak Rate. b) Method-(2) ATP Leak Test: the DPS1000 has an automated feature called ATP Leak Test which allows the user to setup a profile ahead of time with the...

  • Page 53: Figure 49 Selecting Atp Leak Test Profile

    the automated leak test and return when the ATP Leak Test has completed to review the leak test results. Figure 49 Selecting ATP Leak Test Profile Figure 50 Leak Test Profile - Parameters Screen 5. From the UI main menu, touch to select “Leak Testing”. A panel appears with two options: “Leak Rate Timer and ATP Leak Test Profiles.

  • Page 54: Figure 51 Measure Time Vs Leak Time

    B. STATIC and PITOT Test Set Leak Test – (Test Set and hoses only)  Confirm hoses connected to both Ps and Pt ports on DPS1000.  Confirm the other end of each hose is sealed with an AN4 plug.

  • Page 55: Figure 52 Leak Rate Timer, Unit Safe At Ground

    e) Review Wait Time and Leak Time. To start the timer, touch the Start Leak Test icon. The Wait timer starts counting down until it reaches “0”. The word “completed” appears under the elapsed time. At this point, the Leak timer starts counting down until it reaches “0”. The display area turns yellow and the words “Leak Test Completed Select OK to view results”...

  • Page 56: Figure 53 Atp Leak Test

    2. Method 2: ATP Leak Test Figure 53 ATP Leak Test Note: It is highly recommended that the user perform the Test Set Only and/or Test Set with Hoses prior to performing the Aircraft Leak Test. a) From the Main Menu, select Leak Testing. Touch ATP Leak Test Profiles. A screen with three selections appears.

  • Page 57: Aircraft Testing

    .If Ps High ALT was selected, it will be tested 3  At the conclusion of the ATP Leak Test, the DPS1000 will automatically perform a Go To Ground function and the following screen will display the results. Figure 54 ATP Leak Test Results ...
  • Page 58 3. Set the aircraft altimeter baro setting to 29.92 inHg (1013.25 mbar). 4. View and select the appropriate Limits on the DPS1000 for the Aircraft / Instruments to be tested. 5. If necessary, (from the Main Menu) select Display Setup to configure display for the Aeronautical display parameters required.
  • Page 59 Note: The DPS1000 is capable of conducting a combined Pitot and Static test (as described above) or individual system leak tests. To accomplish a single channel (Pitot only or Static only) modify the procedures by simply not entering Target value for the parameter / channel.

  • Page 60: Figure 55 Unit Safe At Ground

    1. For detail explanation of the ATP Leak Test capability and parameter field descriptions, reference section B-3.30 “Using Method 2 ATP Leak Test”. 2. Verify the DPS1000 including hoses and the Aircraft Pitot System Leak Test and Static System Leak Tests have been completed.
  • Page 61 Note: It is always recommended that prior to performing any testing the DPS1000 Test Set and hoses should be leak tight. The reality is every Test Set and hose configuration has some level of leakage present, a confirmation of the existing leak rate is important to establish prior to trying to determine the leak rate of the aircraft or instruments being tested.

  • Page 62: Figure 56 Leak Test Results

    a) From main menu, select Leak Testing. The Leak Testing panel opens. b) Touch ATP Leak Test Profiles. The ATP Leak Profiles panel is displayed. c) Select the appropriate profile to perform the Leak Test as specified by the AMM or CMM d) If required, the default ATP profile can be selected and the parameters can be changed to the values specified by the AMM or CMM.
  • Page 63 Test Set operation while the AMM or CMM dictates the specific test process, sequences and values. 1. Ensure the DPS1000 is powered ON. Wait for Initialization to be completed the system to be safe at Ground and the display to indicate “Vented”. ...
  • Page 64 Note: While testing the Static (Ps) system, the Target value for CAS should remain at 0 kts. While testing various altitude levels, the Test Set will maintain 0 kts (Qc = 0.000 inHg pressure differential) between the Ps and Pt ports which will ensure the ASI is not damaged.
  • Page 65 If required, select Go To Ground and wait for the Test Set to indicate “Unit Safe at Ground” 2. Connect the Pitot (Pt) port of the DPS1000 to the aircraft or ASI instrument being tested. Note: The Static (Ps) hose is not required to perform a Pitot system test if the Test Set is configured for “1-Channel Pt Only”...
  • Page 66 3. If performing a Pitot only test, configure the DPS1000 to “1-Channel Pt only” mode as follows: Note: Test Set should be “Vented” to ambient and in Leak Measure mode at this time.  From the Main Menu screen select the blue button “page2”.
  • Page 67 9. Verify the limits selected are appropriate for the aircraft and or Instruments that are going to be tested. 10. At this time confirm the following has been accomplished:  The Test Set and hose combination have been leak tested. ...
  • Page 68 If required, select Go To Ground and wait for the Test Set to indicate “Unit Safe at Ground”. 2. Connect the hoses, both Static (Ps) and Pitot (Pt) to the DPS1000 ports. Note: The Pitot (Pt) hose is not required to perform a Static system test however it is highly recommended as a safety precautions to protect the ASI from possible damage.
  • Page 69 altitude difference (with aircraft / instruments higher than Test Set the value would be entered as a (+) positive number). 10. At this time confirm the following has been accomplished:  The Test Set and hose combination have been leak tested ...
  • Page 70 CAS becomes the controlling parameter for the PITOT (Pt) channel. Similarly, if the user enters a MACH Target value then MACH becomes the controlling parameter. With a Target value entered for MACH “i.e. Constant MACH”, once the DPS1000 reaches the Target MACH value, the PITOT (Pt) channel controller will continue to maintain the MACH value requested while the STATIC (Ps) Target value is changed by the user entering a different ALT Target.

  • Page 71: Engine Pressure Ratio (Epr) Test

    B. Test 1. The EPR function of the DPS1000 allows the display of the EPR Ratio PT7/PT2 and also pressures of PT2 and PT7 individually. The units of measure available for the PT2 and PT7 pressure display are: inHg, mb, or Altitude (ft or m) and Airspeed (kts or km/h).

  • Page 72: Table 6 Engine Pressure Ratio Test Table

    Note: If the EPR data is displayed in Altitude (ft) and Airspeed (kts), Table 6 can be referenced as a guide to establish the desired EPR Ratio. 2. Establish the respective static (Altitude or PT2) and pitot (Airspeed or PT7) pressure combination to achieve the desired EPR ratio.

  • Page 73: Shutdown Procedure

    SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE A. Test Set Shutdown Procedure 1. From the Main Menu, select the Go To Ground function. 2. Confirm the Go To Ground by selecting Yes. Figure 57 Confirm Go To Ground Note: When the Go to Ground function has completed, the display will indicate “Unit Safe at Ground”...
  • Page 74 CAUTION: Do not remove STATIC (Ps) or PITOT (Pt) hose or Nav-Aids adapters before Test Set displays “Unit Safe at Ground”. 3. Switch Power OFF. 4. Disconnect the STATIC and PITOT hoses from the aircraft ports and or adapters. 5. Disconnect the STATIC and PITOT hoses from the tester ports. 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 74...

  • Page 75: Chapter 5: Receiving, Shipping, And Storage

    CHAPTER 5: RECEIVING, SHIPPING, AND STORAGE 1. RECEIVING No special unpacking procedures are necessary. It is recommended that the factory- shipping container and packing materials be retained should it become necessary to re- ship the Test Set for a variety of reasons, including O.E.M. recertification. It is also recommended that the Test Set undergoes a leak check upon receipt and its carrying case should be carefully inspected for damage.

  • Page 76: Chapter 6: Maintenance

    B. Inspect the ports, hoses and aircraft adapters for the presence of moisture or any type of foreign matter. C. With the DPS1000 disconnected from the hose and adapter assemblies, power the unit on and observe the initialization routine to make sure there are no apparent issues reported.

  • Page 77: Appendix A: Abbreviations & Glossary

    Appendix A: Abbreviations & Glossary Absolute Aircraft Maintenance Manual Altitude (ft or m). Airspeed Indicator Calibrated AirSpeed (kts or km/h) Component Maintenance Manual Engine Pressure Ratio Degrees Fahrenheit Degrees Celsius Fig. Figure Foot Gauge Hour Hecto meter inHg inches of Mercury HUIM Host User Interface Module Hertz...
  • Page 78 Pounds per square inch Pitot Pressure PsRt Ps Rate, rate of Ps pressure change PtRt Pt rate, rate of Pt pressure change Differential pressure (Qc = Pt - Ps) Local atmospheric pressure Barometric pressure at sea level Rate Of Climb in units of (ft/min or m/min) Rate RtCAS Rate of change of CAS in units of (kts/min) or (km/h/min)

  • Page 79: Appendix B: Operating Limits

    Appendix B: Operating Limits The DPS1000 comes with 2 pre-defined sets of operating limits: the default limits profile and the max limits profile. The unit also includes limits files for each of the three operating modes: Aeronautical, Pressure units and EPR. Each of these three operating modes contains a default limits profile and a max limits profile.

  • Page 80: Table 9 Pressure Limits Profile - (Default)

    Operating Limits (con’t) Pressure Limits Profile – (default) Parameters Limits Comments Ps Min 2.693 inHg Ps Minimum Pressure Ps Max 32.000 inHg Ps Maximum Pressure Qc Min 0.000 inHg Qc Minimum Pressure Qc Max 30.000 inHg Qc Maximum Pressure Pt Min 2.693 inHg Pt Minimum Pressure Pt Max...

  • Page 81: Table 11 Epr Limits Profile - (Default)

    Operating Limits (con’t) Note: EPR = Pt / Ps (where Ps = Inlet pressure and Pt = Outlet pressure) EPR Limits Profile – (default) Parameters Limits Comments Ps Min 2.693 inHg Ps Minimum Pressure Ps Max 32.000 inHg Ps Maximum Pressure Pt Min 2.693 inHg Pt Minimum Pressure...

  • Page 82: Appendix C: Dps1000 Internal Pneumatic Diagram

    Appendix C: DPS1000 Internal Pneumatic Diagram 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 82...

  • Page 83: Appendix D: Menu Navigation

    Appendix D: Menu Navigation...

  • Page 84: Appendix E: Cabin Pressure Mode

    It should be noted that this test is not commonly performed on aircraft. Therefore, the Cabin Pressure testing feature is disabled in the default configuration of the Test Set (as shipped from Barfield). Section 1 below describes the process of enabling the Cabin Pressure function while Section 2 describes the actual usage of the Cabin Pressure Mode.

  • Page 85: Figure E 3 Setup 2 Screen

    3. On the numbered keypad, enter the user PIN code (default code is “123456”). Touch “Enter”, “Setup 2” screen is displayed (Fig. E. 3). Figure E. 3 Setup 2 Screen 2. Touch “System Config”. A screen appears with three options. Touch “Cabin Pressure Mode Disabled”...

  • Page 86: Figure E 5 Enabled Cabin Pressure Mode

    The unit will change the Cabin Pressure Mode to Enabled (Fig. E. 5). Figure E. 5 Enabled Cabin Pressure Mode The unit is now ready to be used in the Cabin Pressure Mode. In order to access the mode, please re-start the unit. Section 2 To use “Cabin Pressure Mode”...

  • Page 87: Figure E 8 Dps1000 & 1811Ng Connection Ports

    Note: In Step 1 ensure that the cabin of the aircraft is open and the pitot port of the unit is vented to ambient (Ps port connection no required). Please refer to Figure E. 8. for examples of Pitot port venting to ambient. DPS1000 Connection 1811NG Connection Figure E. 8 DPS1000 & 1811NG Connection Ports 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 87...

  • Page 88: Figure E 9 Warning Screen

    6. Follow on-screen instruction. Touch “Ambient Measure”. A warning pop-up window is displayed with the message below. Figure E. 9 Warning Screen 7. Touch “Yes”. Continue to follow on-screen instructions. Step 2 window is displayed. Here, the unit will vent to ambient. Figure E.

  • Page 89: Figure E 12 Cabin Pressure Mode - Warning Screen

    Figure E. 11 Cabin Pressure Mode – Step 3 8. Upon pressing the Cabin Measure button the unit will vent to ambient. Touch “Ok” to continue. Figure E. 12 Cabin Pressure Mode – Warning Screen 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 89...

  • Page 90: Figure E 13 Cabin Pressure Mode - Measuring Cabin Pressure And Rate

    9. Figure E.13 shows the screen for the cabin pressure mode on which the unit is monitoring the change in the cabin pressure and displays this value in unit of psi and ROC in ft/min. Figure E. 13 Cabin Pressure Mode – Measuring Cabin Pressure and Rate 10.

  • Page 91: Figure E 16 Cabin Pressure Mode – Step 2

    Figure E. 15 Cabin Pressure Mode – Venting Procees 12. Once the venting process is completed, the unit is safe to power off (Figure E.16). Figure E 16 Cabin Pressure Mode – Step 2 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 91...

  • Page 92: Appendix F: Ibf System Mode

    Appendix F: IBF System Mode The following appendix details the configuration and usage of the unit when setup to perform in IBF (Inlet Barrier Filter) Mode. The purpose of the IBF is to protect the turbine engine from foreign damage and micro erosion when operating in normal and severe environmental conditions.

  • Page 93: Figure F 2 Main Menu

    Figure F. 2 Main Menu, Page 2 6. Select “Additional Functions”. A new screen appears (Figure F. 3). Figure F. 3 Additional Functions Screen 7. Touch “IBF Inlet Barrier Filter Mode”. Step 1 screen is displayed with the message below (Figure F. 4). 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 93...

  • Page 94: Figure F 4 Ibf Step 1 Screen

    Figure F. 4 IBF Step 1 Screen 8. Touch “IBF Vent/Tare”. A warning screen appears with the prompt in Figure F. 5 below. Figure F. 5 Warning Screen 9. Select “Yes” to confirm this action. Step 2 screen is displayed briefly while unit is venting to ambient and performing Tear function (Figure F.

  • Page 95: Figure F 6 Ibf Step 2 Screen

    Figure F. 6 IBF Step 2 Screen Note: Unit is now vented to Ambient with ALT Tare at 0ft pressure altitude and dP Tare at 0.0inH 10. Step 3 screen is displayed and “IBF Control” button is enabled (Figure F. 7). Figure F.

  • Page 96: Figure F 8 Keypad Screen

    12. Touch ALT or dP zone. A keypad screen is displayed (Figure F 8). Enter Target values. Initially, the value will be ALT=0ft and dP=0.0inH Figure F. 8 Keypad Screen 13. Wait and allow target suction value to be achieved. 14.

  • Page 97: Figure F 10 Unit Safe At Ground

    16. Select “Yes”. The unit will briefly vent and a new screen is displayed with the message below (Figure F. 10). Figure F. 10 Unit Safe at Ground 17. Once the venting process is completed, the unit is now safe to power off. 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 97...

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    Appendix G: Field Firmware Update Procedure via USB and Barfield ADTS App (Please refer to the 42-101-01175_01178 for this procedure) 56-101-01175 Revision I Page | 98...
  • Page 99 DPS1000 Pitot-Static Test Set 1811NG Field Firmware Update Procedure Via USB and Barfield ADTS App P/N 101-01175 (DPS1000) P/N 101-01178 (1811NG) Doc. P/N: 42-101-01175_01178 Revision E October 10, 2017 Patent Pending __________________________________ Copyright © 2017 Barfield Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 100 Email: gsesales@barfieldinc.com Barfield Inc. Confidential and Proprietary Information. This document and all the information contained herein is the sole property of Barfield Inc. No intellectual property rights are granted by the delivery of this document or the disclosure of its content.
  • Page 101 INTRODUCTION The following document details the firmware update procedure via both the USB and Barfield App. Section 1 below describes the process of updating the firmware through Barfield’s website using a storage media device. Section 2 explains the same firmware update process as it pertains to Barfield’s tablet Application.
  • Page 102 Figure 1.1 Barfield Website 42-101-01175_01178 Revision E Page | 4...
  • Page 103 2. Updating the HUIM and PCM Via USB Port Note: Be aware that the sequence of screen-shots below shows the older navigation menu on the left (firmware 3.1.2 and older) and the newer navigation menu on the right (3.2.4 and newer). Follow applicable one in your case. 1.
  • Page 104 5. Enter user pin. The default pin code is 123456. You can personalize and create your own pin code. Figure 1.4 Keypad Screen 6. Unit displays a new screen with three options (Figure 1.5). Menu with firmware 3.2.1 and older Menu with firmware 3.2.4 and newer Figure 1.5 Setup 2 Screen 7.
  • Page 105 8. A pop up screen appears with a message prompting you to insert the USB. Figure 1.7 HUIM Update Message 9. Plug the USB flash drive in USB setup of the DPS1000/1811NG front panel. Wait 10 seconds before pressing “OK”.
  • Page 106 11. The unit will display a progression bar during the installation (this process takes less than 10 seconds). Figure 1.9 HUIM Update Progress 12. Once installation is completed, the unit will prompt you with the following message: “Completed, Select Ok – System will Reboot….”. Select “OK”. The system will reboot and the updated HUIM firmware will now be operational.
  • Page 107 Figure 1.12 Software Update Screen 16. A “pop up” message will prompt you to insert the USB. Plug the USB flash drive in the USB setup on the DPS1000/1811NG front panel. Wait 10 seconds before pressing “OK” (Figure 1.13). Figure 1.13 PCM Update Message 17.
  • Page 108 Figure 14 Flash Drive Screen 18. The unit will display a progression bar during the installation (Figure 1.15). Figure 1.15 PCM Update Progress 19. Remove the USB Flash Drive. 20. Once installation is complete, the unit will prompt you with the following message: “Completed, Select Ok –...
  • Page 109 Launch the “Barfield ADTS” app. The “Connect” screen appears (Figure 2.1). Figure 2.1 Connect Screen b) Connect to available DPS1000/1811NG Wi-Fi in Step 1. If DPS1000/1811NG Wi-Fi is not displayed, click the “Refresh” button. c) Select DPS1000/1811NG Wi-Fi to establish connection before proceeding to Step 2.
  • Page 110 Updating both HUIM and PCM Software (Patent Pending) a) In Step 2, touch the “Connect” button. A new window appears. Note: If the tablet app detects an older version than the one it supports, a pop-up screen appears with the following message (See Figure 2. 2). Figure 2.2 Software Update Screen b) The new screen shows the update process for the HUIM and the PCM (Figure 2.3).
  • Page 111 Figure 2.4 Software Update Progress Screen d) Once update is completed, the unit restarts and Wi-Fi connection is lost. Note: Usually, the unit requires an update from both PCM and HUIM. However, there are some instances when only one update process is required. In this case, the software requiring an update appears at 0% while the updated one appears at 100%.
  • Page 112 f) In Step 2, touch the “Connect” button to connect to the unit. Figure 2.7 Connecting /Opening Screen g) The remote terminal window, which is identical to the DP1000/1811NG display, opens (Figure 2.8). The unit is now ready for testing through the tablet app. Figure 2.8 Remote Terminal Screen 42-101-01175_01178 Revision E Page | 14...
  • Page 113 For iOS Establishing Wi-Fi Connection a) Launch the “Barfield ADTS” app. The app automatically detects if there is a Wi-Fi connection available. There are two possible scenarios:  If there is no Wi-Fi connection, the “Connect” window opens with a pop-up screen displaying the information below (Figure 2.10).
  • Page 114 Note: This connectivity between the tablet and the DPS1000/1811NG is isolated and occurs only between the tablet and the DPS1000/1811NG. In this example, isolation is maintained so that the measuring device is not connected to the internet. In this example, only one tablet can wirelessly be connected to one DPS1000/1811NG.
  • Page 115 Touch the “Start HUIM Update” panel. The update will take about a minute. Figure 2.14 Software Update Progress Screen f) Once update is completed, the DPS1000/1811NG restarts or reboots and Wi-Fi connection is lost. Figure 2.15 Lost Wi-Fi Connection Screen...
  • Page 116 Note: Once the software update is completed, the app loses connection with the unit (DPS1000/1811NG) and the unit automatically resets. The screen above appears (Figure 2.15). Press “OK”, and then “Close”. Note: Usually, the unit requires an update from both PCM and HUIM. However, there are some instances when only one update process is required.
  • Page 117 When the tablet is the master UI, the DPS1000/1811NG display will indicate “Remote: Connected”, “Local UI: disabled”. To regain touch control on the test set display, select “Local UI: enable”...

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