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Avidyne MLB700 Manual

Broadcast datalink receiver with rc70 wireless remote control
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Broadcast Datalink Receiver
With RC70 Wireless Remote Control
600-00178-000 Rev 00-I

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  • Page 1 MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver With RC70 Wireless Remote Control 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 2 6/14/07 00-I Initial Release Draft System Configuration When contacting your Avidyne-authorized distributor or technical support, and when logging onto MyAvidyne.com for the first time, please have your Sirius Identification (SID) Numbers available. SIDs appear on the Serial Tag of the...
  • Page 3 Intentionally Left Blank MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Si ri us M od e ............... 16 Pr e set s ..............28 Adj usti ng t he C o ntr ast of the LCD D is pl ay ....30 iii- MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 5 Ge ne ra l Sa fet y Ca uti o ns ..........40 Cle a ni ng a nd Mai nt ena nce .......... 40 COPYRIGHTS & TRADEMARKS ......41 SIRIUS ID ............. 42 MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    WSI’s award-winning InFlight™ datalink graphical and textual weather for display on a number of compatible display systems. In addition, the MLB700 has the ability to receive audio entertainment, with a valid Sirius Satellite Radio subscription, that plays through your aircraft’s audio system and is controlled from anywhere in the aircraft by the RC70 Wireless Remote Control.

  • Page 7: About The Sirius Sa Tellite Network

    Figure 1. MLB700 Sys tem Diagram About the SIRIUS Sa tellite Network The Sirius Satellite Network is comprised of three satellites called Radiosat 1, Radiosat 2, and Radiosat 3, which are in a geo- synchronous highly elliptical orbit (HEO). These satellites have a...

  • Page 8: Wsi Inflight Weathe R: The Weather You Need

    Sirius broadcasts using 12.5 MHz of the S band between 2320.0 and 2332.5 MHz. All three satellites can broadcast directly to the MLB700 receiver, and because of their highly elliptical orbit, there will always be two of them in view at any given time. The Sirius...
  • Page 9 Among the other weather products you will receive via the MLB700 is the award winning WSI NOWrad® radar mosaic. WSI NOWrad is the only mosaic of the U.S. Doppler Weather Radar network that includes continuous quality control by degreed meteorologists. Additionally, WSI employs a combination of advanced algorithms and up-to-the minute surface observations to determine the type of precipitation, rain, mixed or solid.
  • Page 10 Family & Kids: G-rated fun for everyone with Radio Disney, • Discovery Kids Channel, Laugh Comedy and more. MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...

  • Page 11: Overview

    Usi ng the M LB70 0 fo r D atal ink Gr ap hi cal We at he r – The weather data received by the MLB700 can be displayed on a number of compatible multifunction displays (MFD). For operation and interpretation of the datalink weather products, please consult the Pilot’s...
  • Page 12 Figure 3. Fron t an d Back Vi ew s of RC70 Remo te MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...

  • Page 13: Key Layout

    7. Band 6. FAV 16. Menu 18. SWAP Quick Skip LIST Skip Back LIVE Pause PLAY Rewind Fast Forward Record Stop Previous Next Figure 4. Bu tton Diag ram of R C70 Remote MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...

  • Page 14: Key Descripti Ons

    Exit – used to Exit the current Sirius Mode and return to Sirius Normal Mode. Last – used to return to the previously selected channel. Fav – Favorites. Used to cycle through the presets. MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 15 Cursor Left – This is used to enter Sirius Category List Mode. Cursor Right – This is used to enter Category List Mode. Menu – This is used to enter the Sirius Menu Options Mode. MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 16 Sirius Mode to Universal Mode. Set, not transmitted. Used to switch from Sirius Mode to Universal Mode. Table 1 . Ac tiv e Bu ttons & D es cri p tions MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 17 The following RC70 remote buttons are currently not utilized with the MLB700 Application. Figure 5. Buttons Not U tilized wi th MLB700 MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...

  • Page 18: Operation

    First Power Up The first power up will tune to channel 184. After that, the MLB700 radio will retain the last tuned channel in non-volatile memory. Pairing Your Remote with the MLB 700 The first time you power up your remote, you need to pair it with the MLB700.

  • Page 19: Activating Of Your Mlb 700 Audio Subscription

    Activating of Your MLB 700 Audio Subscription Before you can listen to your MLB700, you must subscribe to Sirius Satellite Radio service. 1. The MLB700 must remain on during the entire activation process. 2. If the MLB700 is receiving the satellite signal, the SIRIUS channel lineup will be updated.

  • Page 20: Changing The Batteries

    Universal Mode; therefore this manual does not address the Universal Mode functionality. The RC70 remote control must be in Sirius Mode to issue commands to the MLB700. Pressing the SIR IU S button will place the RC70 remote control into Sirius Mode.

  • Page 21: Sirius Mode

    RC70 remote will then go into Sleep Mode. To wake up the RC70 remote, press any button on the RC70 remote. The RC70 remote should display the Normal screen. If the MLB700 has been powered up, this is not the first time entering Sirius Mode, and appropriate timeouts have not expired, the display mode prior to last exit should be displayed.
  • Page 22 Si ri us No r mal M od e When you first turn on your MLB700, the RC70 wireless remote displays the normal operation (default) screen. The default screen displays the last channel selected before shutdown, the artist’s name, the channel number, and the preset bank information.
  • Page 23 Figure 8. Channel Lis t Mo d e Displa y Note: To preview what is playing on other channels before selecting a channel, press the DIS PLA Y button while in the MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 24 Sirius Direct Access Control Mode allows stations to be directly selected by entering their channel number. To enter this mode, press the D IR E CT button in Normal Mode, Channel List Mode or Category List Mode. MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 25 The “Menu Options” title will always be displayed on the top line and menu items listed below. There are at least three items in the menu list, Signal Indicator, Configuration, and Sirius ID. The item listed in line 2 will be highlighted. (Figure 10) MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 26 Figure 11 . Signal In dica to r Displa y To display the signal indicator screen: 1. Press CH+ , CH – , CURS OR UP or CUR SO R D OW N to highlight “SIGNAL INDICATOR” and press SE LE CT. MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 27 ME NU . Sirius ID The Sirius ID menu option displays the SIRIUS ID number (SID) of your MLB700. This 12-digit number is unique to your tuner and is needed when activating the MLB700 to receive the Sirius Satellite Radio service.
  • Page 28 (Figure 14) Figure 14 . Secu re Op tions M enu The menu will include the option to change your password, lock or unlock channels, and to restore the factory defaults. MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 29 After the last entry of the confirmation the display will then show “Password Changed” if the both entries match. If they don’t match then the display will show “ Password Not Changed” then you will be reverted back to the Secure Options menu. MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 30 “No”. Figure 18 . Confi rm Unloc k Displa y After confirmation the display will revert back to the list of channels showing that the channel is not unlocked. (Figure 19) MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 31 “No”. Figure 20 . Confi rm Unloc k Displa y After confirmation the display will revert back to the list of channels showing that the channel is not unlocked. (Figure 21) MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 32 If you choose “Yes” to restore the factory defaults, the RC70 remote will display an “Are You Sure?” message giving you a choice of selecting “Yes” or “No” again. Pressing “Yes” will revert MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...

  • Page 33: Presets

    Pressing “No” at anytime will exit you back to the Secure Options menu. Note: Restoring Factory Defaults only restores the above settings in the RC70 Wireless Remote. This does not revert the MLB700 back to its default settings. For more information about the MLB700 factory defaults please refer to your Multi-Function Display Pilot’s Operating Handbook.
  • Page 34 3. The preset channel is tuned. If you select a preset that does not have a stored value, the display will indicate that the selected preset was empty and the channel will remain unchanged. MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Contrast Of The Lcd Display

    The LCD Timer feature allows you to adjust how long the text is displayed after each button press. You can set the time to 10, 20, or 30 seconds. To adjust the LCD Timer: MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 36 4. The LCD displays “LCD TIMER”. Press and hold SET to exit the menu. Note: This adjustment does not affect the backlight. The backlight for the LCD display and buttons turns off after 10 seconds of no activity. MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...

  • Page 37: Special Display Messages

    MLB700 regains the satellite signal. Updating Channels The LCD displays Updating Channels whenever channel update from SIRIUS is detected. While the channels update, the percentage of update progress is displayed on the screen. MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 38 RC70 remote control command within approximately one second. Module is Busy This message will be displayed if the MLB700 is to busy to respond to the RC70 remote. Unsupported Power Mode This message will be displayed if the MLB700 is waiting to come out of a power down or hibernating state.
  • Page 39 MLB700 RC70 remote control. Bad Command Syntax This message will be displayed if the parameters in a command sent to the MLB700 by the RC70 remote were incorrect. Command Failed This message indicates that MLB700 has discovered a problem and cannot identify its source.

  • Page 40: Warranty

    Product with altered serial numbers. Avidyne will use reasonable efforts to repair or replace Product within ten (10) days, and will return repaired Product or will supply replacement Products to the customer at Avidyne’s expense.

  • Page 41: Warning And Safety Information

    • Service Center for help. FCC Sta tem en t fo r th e MLB700 Radio Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 42: Fcc Sta Tem En T Fo R Th E R Emote Con Trol

    MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 43 Contact your Avidyne authorized dealer or Avidyne Customer • Service Center for help. MLB7XX Ra dio Com plianc e wi th IC Rules an d R eg ulations IC: XXXXX-YYYYyyyy Model: MLB700 Avidyne Corporation Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference.

  • Page 44: Gen Eral P Recautions

    Gen eral P recautions Avidyne disclaims all liability for hearing loss, bodily injury or property damage as a result of the use or misuse of this product. Gen eral Safety Warnings Be sure to observe the following warnings.

  • Page 45: Gen Eral Safety Cautions

    Halt use immediately if a problem appears. Failure to do so may • cause personal injury or damage to the product. Return the tuner to your Avidyne authorized retailer or Avidyne Customer Service Center for repairing. Cleaning and Maintenanc e If the tuner or wireless controller becomes dirty, turn the power off and wipe it clean with a soft clean cloth.

  • Page 46: Copyrights & Trademarks

    Cop yrigh ts & T rad emark s © Copyright 2007 Avidyne Corporation. All Rights Reserved. ® “SIRIUS” and related marks, the SIRIUS dog logo, channel names and logos are registered trademarks of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc. All Rights Reserved. Z-Wave is a registered trademark of the Z-Wave Alliance.

  • Page 47: Sirius Id

    SIRIUS ID Write down the SIRIUS IDs (SID) of your MLB700 Tuner in the space provided below. SID #1 ( dat a) SID #2 ( a udi o) SID #3 SID #4 MLB700 Broadcast Datalink Receiver 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I...
  • Page 48 Avid yn e Cor pora tion 55 Old Bedford Road Lincoln, MA 01773 Telephone: 781-402-7400 Toll Free: 800-AVIDYNE (800-284-3963) Fax: 781-402-7599 www .avid yn e. com 600-00178-000 Rev 00-I © 2007 Avidyne Corporation All Rights Reserved. Avidyne® is a registered trademark of Avidyne Corporation.

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