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Axnes AS PNG MP30 Transceiver with AXS-SW-0511 PNG CHG30 / CHG35 Charger Operation Manual Document number: AX-PNG-UMAN-1270 Revision: Issue B Date: 2018-Jun-21...
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Axnes AS Revision history Revision Date Description List of effective pages Issue A 2018 Feb 26 First release of document Issue B 2018 Jun 21 Updated connector references Added Saturated message Added Lemo variant Minor editorial changes Added Microphone Echo...
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 ....................
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Axnes AS Audio feedback ....................2-17 Error conditions ....................2-19 Trouble shooting ....................2-20 SECTION 3: RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE ..............3-1 SECTION 4: TECHNICAL DATA ..................4-1 Technical data for MP30 ..................4-1 4.1.1 Operation ...................... 4-1 4.1.2 Power supply ....................4-1 4.1.3...
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Axnes AS MP30 US Nato U174 compatible pinout ............... 4-6 MP30 14 pin Lemo pinout..................4-7 SECTION 5: QUALIFICATIONS ..................5-1 SECTION 6: ABBREVIATIONS ................... 6-1 Document number Revision Date AX-PNG-UMAN-1270 Issue B 2018-Jun-21 Page v...
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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.
Axnes AS PNG Control Panel in the aircraft. In addition, the Base Station can be connected to a moving map system and send handheld position data at regular intervals. The PNG Base Station is typically connected to the aircraft ICS, and may support multiple connection points for audio.
Axnes AS Operation Section 2: The PNG system consists of one base station and one or more handheld radios (MP30). 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.
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.
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Axnes AS accordingly. The active microphone detect can be disabled in the menu, and microphone type can be manually set. It is recommended to use active microphone detect. Note: Some active headsets have AC coupling of the microphone signal, which may affect the microphone detection.
Axnes AS General UI GPS antenna Two-character dot matrix display Headset connector Microphone Primary PTT (PTT-1) Menu Volume Up/On Volume Down/Off Configuration up/down Secondary PTT (PTT-2) The MP30 is equipped with a small dot matrix display located at the top, angled to be readable from front and top.
Axnes AS Initial Scroll buffer SR search and rescue The display can show two letters at a time, and implements scrolling of text to display longer strings. Most menu entries are therefore presented with a two-letter acronym, before the full menu name is scrolled.
Axnes AS Display indications Searching for intercom: When the MP30 is turned on and searching for intercom, the display will indicate active searching with two alternating blinking dots in the display. The alternate blinking dots will stop as soon as a connection to the base station and intercom has been established.
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Axnes AS Receive: When the MP30 is receiving, a blinking arrow pointing downwards is displayed. The position of the arrow indicates the signal strength in three levels: Good, fair and weak. Good Fair Weak Direct mode indication: When the MP30 is in Direct mode (UHF FM mode), a ‘D’ will be...
Axnes AS Adjusting volume Depending on the headset/helmet connected to the MP30, the volume may be individually set to preferred volume by using the volume up/down buttons on the side of the MP30. When the MP30 is power off-on cycled, it will start up with a default volume setting.
Axnes AS level may adaptively increase. The VOX trigger level will not adapt to lower ambient noise, and user intervention may be required. The maximum possible VOX trigger level is limited by the VOX Max level (set in the menu).
Axnes AS Local mode The MP30 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.
Axnes AS communicating over analogue FM radio without encryption over the UHF 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 UHF channel or last used intercom configuration is activated.
Axnes AS Bluetooth The MP30 has an optional Bluetooth audio interface. The MP30 may connect to a mobile phone allowing the MP30 user to communicate over the phone line from the MP30 connected headset. Bluetooth pairing: The first time a mobile phone and the MP30 shall be paired (connected), the MP30 must be made visible for other devices.
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.
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Axnes AS Headset Automatic Unamplified Electret Amplified Electret Custom Dynamic Bluetooth Visible Mic Equalizer Flat Soft Sharp Speaker Equalizer Flat Soft Sharp Document number Revision Date AX-PNG-UMAN-1270 Issue B 2018-Jun-21 Page 2-14...
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Axnes AS Display Rotate Mic echo canceller* 0..32 GPS Enable Software Version AXS-SW-... Crypto Key: ... Gauge: ... Config CRC: ... Cap: ... S/N: ... AX-SW-... SW hash:... Document number Revision Date AX-PNG-UMAN-1270 Issue B 2018-Jun-21 Page 2-15...
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Axnes AS Parameter Reset Return Confirm Squelch: The Squelch setting is only valid in direct mode, and the menu is not available in intercom 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.
Axnes AS VOX Maximum Level: When the VOX trigger level increases because of ambient noise, the trigger level can never pass the VOX maximum level, even if the ambient noise indicates that a higher trigger level should have been used. The setting is persistent over a power cycle.
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Axnes AS Direct – Direct mode selected Intercom – Intercom mode selected Local – Entering Local mode VOX – Entering VOX mode PTT – Entering PTT mode Charging – Attached to battery charger Battery low – Low battery status Shutting down – System turn off Temperature high –...
If the MP30 becomes unresponsive, a hardware reset can be initiated by holding the power OFF button for 12 sec. If error condition is persistent, the MP30 should be sent for service at an Axnes authorised repair centre. It should be noted that GPS malfunction will not prevent use of the MP30. The GPS status is checked by pressing the OK button in standby.
Axnes AS Trouble shooting Problem Possible solution No communication with the intercom If no communication with the intercom can be established, the following should be checked: Check that MP30 operates in intercom mode, refer to section 2.14 Changing direct/intercom mode, and section 2.7 Display indications.
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Axnes AS should be adjusted to the appropriate level. Refer to squelch setting in section 2.18 Menu. No reception in direct mode If the MP30 does not receive in direct mode, the squelch may be set too high. The squelch should be adjusted to the appropriate level.
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Axnes AS If the problem still persists, the MP30 should be sent for service at an Axnes authorised repair centre. Document number Revision Date AX-PNG-UMAN-1270 Issue B 2018-Jun-21 Page 2-22...
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-1270...
4.1.1 Operation Radio: UHF Duplex, single frequency UHF half duplex analogue FM modulation 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:...
Axnes AS PTT control: Support for external PTT input (Amphenol connector variant) Configuration: CAN-Bus interface for configuration Power out: Auxiliary 5V current limited power available (Amphenol connector variant) 4.1.4 MP30 mounted connectors (model dependent) Headset: US Nato female socket TJT 120 (U174 compatible) 164 series 6 pin 164-183S-6 Lemo FAW.2B.314.XLN...
Axnes AS Note 1: The following birdie frequencies should be avoided if possible because of reduced receiver sensitivity: 408, 420, 432, 444, 450, 456, 468 MHz. Technical data for CHG35 4.2.1 Operation Operating temperature: -45°C to +70°C Storage temperature: -55°C to +85°C Thermal fuse: Optional 100°C resettable thermal fuse...
Axnes AS Technical data for CHG30 4.3.1 Power supply 90 – 264 VAC Supply voltage: Mains Plug supported Australia, US/China, British and EU. Changeable. Output: 12VDC / 2.5A Operating temperature -10°C to +40°C Storage temperature -20°C to +85°C 4.3.2 Dimensions...
Axnes AS MP30 Amphenol 164-series Connector pinout Figure 4-1 Amphenol 164 series 6 pin connector variant Function Levels Ground Speaker + (CAN-H) Speaker+ audio signal output from MP30. Max +12V peak. Max 0,5W in 8 ohm load, 1KHz test signal. This signal is CAN-H if MP30 is started while connected to the CAN-Bus programming cable.
Axnes AS MP30 US Nato U174 compatible pinout Figure 4-2 Nexus (US Nato) connector variant Function Levels MIC+ (CAN-L) Microphone+ signal input to MP30. 500µV to 1V signal level, Bias 2-12VDC output from MP30, Bias impedance 150 to 4K ohm. This signal is CAN-L if MP30 is started while connected to the CAN-Bus programming cable.
Axnes AS MP30 14 pin Lemo pinout Figure 4-3 Lemo 14 pin connector variant Function Levels Not connected Not connected SPK-/gnd Ground Not connected Not connected MIC- Microphone- signal. MIC+ (CAN-L) Microphone+ signal input to MP30. 500µV to 1V signal level, Bias 2-12VDC output from MP30, Bias impedance 150 to 4K ohm.
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. • Specification EN 302 561 V1.2.1 (2009-12) Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Land Mobile Service; Radio equipment using constant or non-constant envelope modulation operating in a channel bandwidth of 25 kHz, 50 kHz, 100 kHz or 150 kHz;...
Axnes AS Abbreviations Section 6: Advanced Encryption Standard AIS SART Automatic Identification System Search And Rescue Transmitter Base Station Control Panel GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System Global Positioning System HandHeld HeadSet Hardware InterCom System Man Machine Interface NIVOX None Interrupted Voice activated transmission...
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