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- Page 1 Axnes AS PNG MP50 Transceiver Release 2 with AXS-SW-0221 PNG CHG50 / CHG55 Charger Operation Manual Document number: AX-PNG-UMAN-1220 Revision: Issue C Date: 2018-Jun-05 Confidential document and information...
- Page 2 Axnes AS Revision history Revision Date Description List of effective pages Issue A 2017-11-10 First revision for Release 2 (AXS-SW-0221) Issue B 2018-02-23 Included MP50M, and corrected initial dimming Issue C 2018-06-05 Included references to FCC standards Clarified that direct mode is...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Axnes AS Table of contents SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION ................1-1 System ......................... 1-1 Radio ........................1-2 Identification of article ................... 1-2 SECTION 2: OPERATION ....................2-1 Groups ......................... 2-1 Configurations ...................... 2-2 2.2.1 Encryption ..................... 2-2 Noise cancelling ....................2-2 Microphone detect .................... - Page 4 Axnes AS Menu ........................2-13 Audio feedback ....................2-17 Error conditions ....................2-18 Trouble shooting ....................2-19 SECTION 3: RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE ..............3-1 SECTION 4: TECHNICAL DATA ..................4-1 Technical data for MP50 ..................4-1 4.1.1 Operation ...................... 4-1 4.1.2 Power supply ....................
- Page 5 Axnes AS MP50 Connector pinout ..................4-5 SECTION 5: QUALIFICATIONS ..................5-1 SECTION 6: ABBREVIATIONS ................... 6-1 Document number Revision Date AX-PNG-UMAN-1220 Issue C 2018-Jun-05 Page v Confidential document and information...
- Page 6 Axnes AS Intentionally left blank Document number Revision Date AX-PNG-UMAN-1220 Issue C 2018-Jun-05 Page vi Confidential document and information...
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Page 7: Section 1: General Information
General information Section 1: Axnes AS has delivered the Polycon system to the rotary wing Search and Rescue segment for decades. The system is widely adopted in this segment. The PNG system is based on the functionality in the previous system, but enhances the functionality and performance based on user feedback. -
Page 8: Radio
Axnes AS The MP50 is available in two versions, MP50 with Li-Ion battery and MP50M with NiMh battery. Through the internal microphone in the MP50, it is possible to communicate with the survivor/ground rescue party without helmet removal. Depending on the configuration and part number, the MP50 is equipped with a GPS receiver. -
Page 9: Section 2: Operation
Axnes AS Operation Section 2: The PNG system consists of one PNG Base Station and one or more handheld radios (MP50). To make all units in the PNG system interoperable, each unit must be configured with compatible parameters. Configuration of the PNG system will imply setting of radio frequencies, defining groups and setting scrambling and encryption parameters. -
Page 10: Configurations
When delivered from factory, the PNG handheld uses a default encryption key called “AXNES DEFAULT”. Changing this encryption key requires the user to acquire an encryption key programming kit. Note that the PNG Base Station and all handhelds in a system must use the same encryption key in order to connect and communicate with each other. -
Page 11: Microphone Detect
Axnes AS Microphone detect The MP50 implements active microphone detection when a headset is connected. The MP50 will identify the microphone type and set parameters for gain, impedance and bias accordingly. The active microphone detect can be disabled in the menu, and microphone type can be manually set. - Page 12 Axnes AS The primary PTT is protected by extrusions to avoid inadvertent activation, as well as allowing localization of the button when operating in low visibility. The volume control and power ON/OFF buttons are located on the side of the unit.
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Page 13: Power On/Off
Axnes AS Power on/off The MP50 is turned on by pressing the volume up/ON button. The MP50 will start up in the last used configuration/mode. At power up, the configured name of the unit is displayed. If no specific name is configured, the MP50 displays the last four digits of the serial number. - Page 14 Axnes AS Charging: When the MP50 is placed in a charger, the charge status is indicated with a battery symbol and a bar indicating the charge status. The battery is animated when charging and steady when charging is prevented (due to temperature) or battery full.
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Page 15: Walkie-Talkie Mode
Axnes AS Direct mode indication: When the MP50 is in Direct mode (maritime VHF), a ‘D’ will be blinking in the display in standby mode Battery full Battery low Local mode indication: When the MP50 is in person-to-person/Local mode, ‘L’ will be blinking in the display in standby mode. -
Page 16: Adjusting Volume
Axnes AS Adjusting volume Depending on the headset/helmet connected to the MP50, the volume may be individually set to preferred volume by using the volume up/down buttons on the side of the MP50. When the MP50 is power off-on cycled, it will start up with a default volume setting. -
Page 17: Configuring The Vox Min And Vox Max Level
Axnes AS The MP50 has automatic VOX sensitivity. When starting the MP50, the VOX trigger level starts at the VOX Min level (set in the menu). If the ambient noise level rises, the VOX trigger level may adaptively increase. The VOX trigger level will not adapt to lower ambient noise, and user intervention may be required. -
Page 18: Local Mode
Axnes AS Local mode The MP50 has an internal microphone which can be used for casualty communication, by activating Local mode. Local mode is available when a headset is connected. In Local mode, audio picked up from the surroundings is mixed with any radio received audio and injected into the headset, and allows communication with individuals around the operator without removal of the helmet. -
Page 19: Key Lock
Axnes AS communicating over the maritime VHF band. Switching between intercom mode and direct mode is done by pressing both configuration buttons (up and down) simultaneously. When changing mode, the last used VHF channel or last used intercom configuration is activated. -
Page 20: Ais
Axnes AS The MP50 has implemented an AIS-SART compatible device location beacon. This is an optional feature. The position of the MP50 can be sent as AIS-SART compatible position reports. This functionality can be activated either from the MP50 using the AIS-button, or it can be activated remotely from the PNG Control Panel. -
Page 21: Menu
Axnes AS Menu The first push on the MENU button will activate the last used menu entry. The configuration up or down buttons are used to navigate the menu tree. The OK button will select the active entry or setting, and configuration up or down will increase or reduce the value of the selected entry. - Page 22 Axnes AS Headset Automatic Unamplified Electret Amplified Electret Custom Dynamic Mic Equalizer Flat Soft Sharp Speaker Equalizer Flat Soft Sharp Display Rotate* Document number Revision Date AX-PNG-UMAN-1220 Issue C 2018-Jun-05 Page 2-14 Confidential document and information...
- Page 23 Axnes AS GPS Enable Software Version AXS-SW-... Crypto Key: ... Gauge: ... Config CRC: ... Cap: ... S/N: ... AX-SW-... SW hash:... Parameter Reset Return Confirm AIS Test Mode* Document number Revision Date AX-PNG-UMAN-1220 Issue C 2018-Jun-05 Page 2-15 Confidential document and information...
- Page 24 Axnes AS *Note: Menu entries are visible dependent on device configuration or mode. Squelch: The Squelch setting is only valid in direct mode. Squelch is used to separate white noise from actual transmissions, by adjusting the receive trigger level. Increasing squelch will block white noise and weak transmitters, while reducing the squelch will let weaker transmitters through.
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Page 25: Audio Feedback
Axnes AS Software Version: Select what to show with the configuration up and down buttons. The following information can be displayed: • Main SW version • Crypto Key Name • Battery Gauge parameter version • CRC of the configuration (can be used to identify the configuration) •... -
Page 26: Error Conditions
Axnes AS Shutting down – System turn off Temperature high – Unit is operated above recommended temperature Dynamic – Headset with dynamic microphone connected Non-amplified electret – Headset with unamplified electret microphone connected Amplified – Headset with amplified electret microphone connected AIS Activated –... -
Page 27: Trouble Shooting
Axnes AS If error condition is persistent, the MP50 should be sent for service at an Axnes authorised repair centre. It should be noted that GPS malfunction will not prevent use of the MP50. The GPS status is checked by pressing the OK button in standby. GPS malfunction will be reported as ‘GPS Error’. - Page 28 Active state is reported as On. Check GPS status by pressing OK button while key lock is on. If the problem still persists, the MP50 should be sent for service at an Axnes authorised repair centre. Authorised repair centres are published at www.axnes.com Document number...
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Page 29: Section 3: Recommended Maintenance
Axnes resource website: http://www.axnes.com/ or contact Axnes AS at: Phone: +47 37 04 08 00 E-mail: post@axnes.com Any repairs are to be undertaken by Axnes AS or Axnes approved partners only. Document number Revision Date AX-PNG-UMAN-1220... -
Page 30: Section 4: Technical Data
Technical data for MP50 4.1.1 Operation Radio: UHF Duplex, single frequency VHF Maritime band VOX operation: Axnes AS patented NIVOX, ensures no loss and operation in high noise environment Number of wireless users: Unlimited Number of groups: Number of radio configurations:... -
Page 31: Headset Interface
Axnes AS Protection: Protection against input voltage polarity swap, over- charge, over-discharge, over-currents, over- and under- temperatures. 4.1.3 Headset Interface Speaker output level: Adjustable up to 0.5W in 8 ohm load, 1KHz test signal Supported Microphones: Dynamic, Electret, amplified Electret with automatic... -
Page 32: Material
Axnes AS Weight: 445g 4.1.8 Material Material: Aluminium 6082-T6 / 5042 (Salt Water Resistant) Silicon rubber details Colour: Available in Yellow, olive green or black. Note 1: The following birdie frequencies should be avoided if possible because of reduced receiver sensitivity: 156, 408, 420, 432, 444, 450, 456, 468 MHz. -
Page 33: Material
Axnes AS Weight: 420g 4.2.5 Material Material: Aluminium 6082-T6 / 5042 (Salt Water Resistant) Colour: Available in Yellow, olive green or black. Technical data for CHG50 4.3.1 Power supply 90 – 264 VAC Supply voltage: Mains Plug supported Australia, US/China, British and EU. Changeable. - Page 34 Axnes AS MP50 Connector pinout Function Levels Digital ground USB D+ For future use, do not connect USB D- For future use, do not connect USB id For future use, do not connect PTT1 Connect to ground for PTT1 activation. Otherwise open.
- Page 35 Axnes AS Qualifications Section 5: The PNG system is qualified to the relevant sections of: • RTCA DO-160G Environmental conditions and test procedures for airborne equipment. • RTCA DO-178C / EASA ED-12C Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification •...
- Page 36 Axnes AS Abbreviations Section 6: Advanced Encryption Standard AIS SART Automatic Identification System Search And Rescue Transmitter Base Station Control Panel Cyclic Redundancy Check. Used for validation of datasets. GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System Global Positioning System HandHeld HeadSet Hardware...
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