Da80 series intercom system digital intercom system (28 pages)
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Ownership of this product has been transferred to Cobham Aerospace Communication from Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing (AEM) and Northern Airborne Technology (NAT). Cobham is responsible for all matters related to this product, including sales, support and repair services. Please note the transition to convert product manuals and supporting documentation is an ongoing process and is being addressed on an ‘as needed’...
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SM09-2 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL REV 4.10 October 20, 2004 Northern Airborne Technology Ltd. 1925 Kirschner Road Kelowna, BC, Canada. V1Y 4N7 Telephone (250) 763-2232 Facsimile (250) 762-3374 Copyright 2004 by Northern Airborne Technology CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TO NORTHERN AIRBORNE TECHNOLOGY LTD.
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SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual Periodically NAT will release manual amendments. In order to maintain the most accurate and up to date manual these amendments should be carried out immediately upon receipt and recorded on the following amendment record.
SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual Table of Contents Section Title Page Description Introduction Purpose of Equipment Features 1.3.1 Stereo & Intercom Special Features 1.3.2 Communication Functions Specifications 1.4.1 Electrical Specifications 1.4.2 Physical Specifications 1.4.3 Environmental Specifications...
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SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual Section Title Page 3.3.3 Annunciator 3.3.4 VOX Operation 3.3.5 Mode Switch 3.3.6 Automatic Fail-safe 3.3.7 Muting Explanation Oct 20, 2004 Page iv ENG-FORM: 820-0109.DOT CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY TO NORTHERN AIRBORNE TECHNOLOGY LTD.
Introduction This manual contains information on the AA83-001 InterMUSIC™. All derivative products will be covered by manual supplements, which can be obtained from NAT as required. Information in this section consists of purpose of equipment, features and specifications. Purpose of Equipment The AA83-001 is a 4-place stereo voice-activated intercom that provides full intercom capabilities for the pilot and copilot and two passengers (PAX).
AA83-001 InterMUSIC™Stereo Intercom System Manual SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 Specifications 1.4.1 Electrical Specifications Input Power: +11 to +32 Vdc. Nominal 14/28 Vdc systems Supply Current: 0.4 A max. (full output power, all users) Headset Power: Typical 100 mW into each side each headset (300 Ω...
2.2.1 Warranty Complete the warranty card information and send it to NAT when the installation is complete. If you fail to complete the warranty card, the warranty will be activated on date of shipment from NAT. Note: An appropriately rated facility, e.g. Certified Aircraft Repair Station, must install this equipment in accordance with applicable regulations.
2.2 kΩ resistor shown in the installation drawing. This is used to equalize ICS Tie Line loading when changing from the tie to split connections. If you are not familiar with Tie Line techniques, request the installation bulletin from NAT covering Tie Line theory and practice.
SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual 2.3.5 Adjustments The unit ships from the factory with all internal adjustments set to the normal test levels. Once installed in the aircraft, it may be desirable to change some of these settings to best suit the local operating environment.
SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual 2.3.6 Setting Music Input Compatibility The AA83-001 (S/N 1091and up) can be configured to be Low-Z or High-Z circuits by two internal jumpers (J103 and J104), which can be accessed by removing the cover and top PCB from the AA83-001.
SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual Remove the protective plastic film from the black metal faceplate, and position it with the appropriate legend orientation facing out. Secure with the mounting screws provided. Note: Ensure that the aircraft panel is tightly ‘sandwiched’ between the AA83-001 and the faceplate.
SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual 2.3.7.2 Power On checks Install the AA83-001 and power up the aircraft’s systems, and turn on the radios and accessories required. Verify normal operation of all functions. Refer to Section 3 for specific operation details.
SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual Continued Airworthiness Maintenance of the AA83-001 is ‘on condition’ only. Periodic maintenance of this product is not required. Accessories Required Installation kit p/n AA83-IKC is required to complete the installation. The kit consists of...
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AA83-001 InterMUSIC ™ stereo intercom. General The AA83-001 InterMUSIC ™ is a stereo intercom system that supports a pilot, copilot and two passengers. It provides entertainment and communication audio in full stereo to all four headsets, and transceiver control for both the pilot and copilot.
AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 Controls and Indicators ICS VOL (Inner) MUSIC VOL (Inner) PILOT VOX (Outer) COPILOT VOX (Outer) Mode Switch Annunciator 3.3.1 ICS VOL/VOX The ICS VOL/PILOT VOX control is a fluted concentric rubber knob on the left side of the front panel.
SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual 3.3.4 VOX Operation The VOX control is used to set the level of audio required to activate the microphones. The AA83-001 provides three modes of intercom operation, selected by the position of the VOX control.
If an outboard AA82 has been installed (or some other NAT system with tie line capability), then this switch will open and close the tie line output to create common or split intercom circuits with the external system.
SM09-2 Rev. 4.10 AA83-001 InterMUSIC™ Stereo Intercom System Manual 3.3.7 Muting Explanation When transmitting, any music will be muted quickly, and will slowly return when transmission is completed. Music will also be muted when ICS or RX functions are active. The degree of muting is set via the MUSIC MUTE adjustment explained in the installation section of this manual.
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