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JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual Rev D Jupiter Avionics Corporation 1959 Kirschner Road Kelowna BC Canada V1Y 4N7 Tel: +1 778 478 2232 Toll-Free:1 855 478 2232 www.jupiteravionics.com...
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All rights reserved Jupiter Avionics Corporation (JAC) permits a single copy of this manual to be printed or downloaded for the express use of an installing agency. Any such electronic or printed copy of this manual must contain the complete text of this copyright notice.
The JA95-002 audio controller can be used in a standalone configuration or a star configuration to prevent the loss of the entire system due to the failure of one controller. It provides a passive emergency mode that directs the primary user (pilot) to the COM1 transceiver, NAV1 receiver and Direct Audio 1 &...
JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual Inputs and Outputs Refer to the JA95-002 connector maps for the mating connector designators and pin assignments for the input and output signals. 1.3.1 Inputs Name Type ALERT ENABLE Active high discrete...
JA95-002 A Audio Contr roller - Six T Transceive Installation and Opera ting Manua Specific cations 1.4.1 Electrica l Specificat tions Power Inp Primary no ominal voltage 28 Vdc Secondary y nominal volt tage 14 Vdc Maximum voltage 32.2 Vdc...
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JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual Output Load 600 Ω ±10% Phone load 150 Ω ±10% Transceiver Microphone load 5000 Ω ±10% CVR load 600 Ω ±10% Receive Composite Audio load 2000 Ω ±10% Intercom Tie Line type 1 rated load 2000 Ω...
CONFIG DATA FROM JA95 data output signal is RS-232. 1.4.4 Product Configuration Software Version Configuration of the JA95-002 requires the Product Configuration Software (ProCS) version v0.50.3 or later. Refer to the release notes from http://www.jupiteravionics.com/productsoftware.php or contact Jupiter Avionics to ensure the correct version is used.
Introduction This section contains unpacking and inspection procedures, installation information, and post-installation checks. Continued Airworthiness Maintenance of the JA95-002 is on condition only. Scheduled inspection and/or periodic maintenance of this unit is not required. Unpacking and Inspecting Equipment Unpack the equipment carefully. Check for shipping damage and report any problems to the relevant carrier. Confirm that the Authorized Release Certificate or Certificate of Conformance is included.
2.4.3 Mechanical Installation The JA95-002 can be mounted in any attitude and location with adequate space for the front panel and sufficient clearance for the connector and wiring harness. It requires no direct cooling. 2.4.4...
Product Configuration Software ProCS™. Configuration data is sent to the JA95-002 via the front panel connector (♫/io), using the Configuration Cables and a computer running the ProCS™ software. For configuration requirements, see section 2.5.1. For full information on the configuration process, and for installation of ProCS™ on your computer, refer to the ProCS™...
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JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual 2.5.3.1 Front Panel Switches The Front Panel Switches window is used to specify the text for each legend. Note: If the name of a front panel switch is changed using this software, the change will be incorporated in every other section that refers to that switch name, including the connector maps, to give truly customized installation diagrams.
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JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual 2.5.3.3 Receive Levels The receive and direct audio input level of each of the eleven RX and the DIRECT AUDIO inputs can be adjusted from 1.00 to 10.00 Vrms. (Default 7.75 The Receive Audio Detector threshold can be adjusted from -36 to -12 dB of rated input level.
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JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual 2.5.3.4 Transmit Levels The level of each of the six Transceiver MIC output signals can be adjusted from 0.01 to 1 Vrms. (Default 250 mVrms) When the Transmit Timeout check box is checked the transmit time-out is...
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Audio Files The JA95-002 has standard audio signals for each of the two alerts, and the audio files window allows these signals to be customized with other recordings during the configuration process.
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JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual The levels of the two Alert Audio signals are individually adjustable from 0 to -40 dB of the rated phone level. (Default -12 dB) 2.5.3.8 Audio Muting When the Mute RX Audio check box is checked the...
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JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual 2.5.3.10 Music Levels Music Output Level The music output level of the four Music input signals to the Phones audio can be adjusted from -40 to 0 dB of rated phone level (Default 0 dB).
2.7.1. 2.5.4 Other Configuration Features The model number, serial number and check sum of the JA95-002 Audio Controller can be entered and viewed in the Comments pane of the JA95-002 Product Information Window for future reference. Installation Kit The kit required to install this unit is not included with the unit.
The interconnects and connector maps in Appendix A of this manual are generic drawings based on the standard version of the JA95-002. However, if a unit has been configured using JAC’s ProCS™ software to change switch legends or lighting voltages, the software can be used to generate fully customized interconnects and connector maps for use by the installer.
JA95-002 Audio Controller – Six Transceiver SECTION 3 – OPERATION Introduction This section contains the operating instructions for the JA95-002. Front Panel Controls Note: The legends and annunciators are removable and may be replaced with custom ordered parts. For the purpose of this manual the controls will be referred to by the default legend and annunciator names as shown below.
JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual Transceiver Switches These are six white two-position toggle switches. When a switch is set to the ‘up’ position, audio from the associated transceiver is routed to the phones. The legends (above the switches) are interchangeable to allow customization.
JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual Multi-function (Transmit/ICS) Switch This is a green two-position centre-off momentary toggle switch. When in the default XMIT/ICS configuration, this switch acts as the pilot’s ‘Press-to-talk’ (PTT) button. The unit will transmit on the selected transceiver when the switch is held in the ‘up’...
JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual VOX Threshold Control This is a rotary knob that is used to select the VOX threshold of the unit. See below. When rotated fully clockwise (cw), the threshold will be at maximum and VOX ICS operation is disabled and ICS PTT input is required for ICS operation.
Note: Numbers in parentheses refer to the front panel controls shown in section 3.2. The JA95-002 is in Normal mode when the front panel EMER / NORM switch (4) is in the NORM position and suitable electrical power is supplied to the unit.
JA95-002 Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Installation and Operating Manual 3.3.7 Multi-Function (XMIT / ICS) Switch Operation Note: At installation, this switch may be configured to operate in default or alternative mode. Check with your installing agency for confirmation of the operation of this switch.
Appendix A - Installation Drawings Introduction The drawings necessary for installation and troubleshooting of the JA95-002 Audio Controller are in this Appendix, as listed below. Note: A fully customized set of Connector Maps and Interconnects can be created using the ProCS™...
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CONNECTION TO AIRFRAME GROUND SHOULD BE MADE WITH 20 AWG WIRE. LENGTH NOT TO EXCEED 3 FT (0.9 M). CABLE SHIELDS AT THE JA95-002 CONNECTOR PINS SHOULD BE TERMINATED TO AIRFRAME GROUND USING A TAG RING P/N: MS27741-5 OR EQUIVALENT.
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FRONT PANEL MUSIC RIGHT FRONT PANEL MUSIC LEFT PREPARED 03-27-14 CHECKED TITLE Audio Controller - Six Transceiver Interconnect Options 03-28-14 APPROVED NCAGE CODE PART NO. SHEET L00N3 JA95-002 JA95-002 DOC NO. JA95-002 Interconnect Rev A.dwg JUPITER AVIONICS TEMPLATE AUTOCAD PORTRAIT SIZEA REV B.DWT...
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Jupiter Avionics Corporation Audio Controllers Legend Replacement Field-Replaceable Legends Extractor tool Jupiter Avionics Corporation (JAC) products have field-replaceable illuminated recess legends. This permits easy customization, and allows the same units to be used in multiple different configurations with only minimal changes.
The JA95-002 Installation Manual provides detailed installation instructions and wiring diagrams (Section 2, and Appendices A and B). Power is supplied to the JA95-002 through an existing [ ]-Amp circuit breaker that was previously used by the original audio panel. The net electrical load is unchanged.
Refer to the JA95-002 Maintenance Manual. 7. Removal and Replacement Information Refer to Section 2 of this manual - the JA95-002 Installation and Operating Manual. If the unit is removed and reinstalled, a functional check of the equipment should be conducted.
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JA95-002 Build Configuration Rev B Manufacturer’s Test Report: JA95-001 Test Report (Qualification - Final) Rev B JA95-002 CAN-TSO Design Change Assessment (BC Rev B) Rev A Manufacturer’s Specification JA95-001 Declaration of Design and Performance Rev D and/or Other Applicable Specification:...
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R (20 V/m CW&SW) and (150 V/m PM) Conducted R (30 mA) (See remark 3) Radio Frequency Emission 21.0 Equipment tested to Category H (See remark 3) CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TO JUPITER AVIONICS CORPORATION. Rev A Page 2 of 3...
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This product is a derivative of the JA95-001. All tests were performed on the JA95-001. A similarity analysis between the two products is detailed in the Jupiter Avionics Corp. document: JA95-002 CAN-TSO Design Change Assessment (BC Rev B) Rev A Test information can be found in the Jupiter Avionics Corp.
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