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Appareo Systems Stratus ES/ESG System
SERIAL NUMBER:___________________
REGISTRATION NUMBER:____________
This document and the information
contained herein are the property of
Appareo Systems, LLC and are
confidential. They may not be disseminated
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permission of Appareo Systems, LLC
DOCUMENT NUMBER
600845-000024
Maintenance Manual
APPAREO SYSTEMS, LLC
FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA 58102
Stratus ES/ESG Maintenance Manual
Document Type
Certification
Last Revised
20 February 2018
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2.2
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  • Page 1 Maintenance Manual Appareo Systems Stratus ES/ESG System SERIAL NUMBER:___________________ REGISTRATION NUMBER:____________ APPAREO SYSTEMS, LLC This document and the information contained herein are the property of FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA 58102 Appareo Systems, LLC and are confidential. They may not be disseminated...
  • Page 2 Stratus ES/ESG Installation Instructions 600890-000049 Stratus ES/ESG Pilot’s Guide 601837-000024 Stratus ES/ESG Installation Drawings and Wiring Diagrams Warranty To view the Stratus ES/ESG warranty, log into the Appareo Dealer Portal or visit www.appareo.com/resources. Document Number: 600845-000024 Page 2 of 28...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Stratus ES/ESG Maintenance Manual Rev: 2.2 Last Revised: February 20, 2018 Table of Contents Abbreviations and Definitions ..................... 6 INTRODUCTION ......................7 1.1. PURPOSE ........................ 7 1.2. CERTIFICATION INFORMATION ................7 1.3. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................9 1.4. TOOLS ........................10 1.5.
  • Page 4 Stratus ES/ESG Maintenance Manual Rev: 2.2 Last Revised: February 20, 2018 10.2. LUBRICATION INFORMATION ................23 10.3. EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR SERVICING ............23 10.4. CONSUMABLE MATERIALS ..................23 WIRING DIAGRAMS .....................24 Document Number: 600845-000024 Page 4 of 28...
  • Page 5 Figure 4: Interface for Stratus ES/ESG functional tests .............18 Figure 5: Pin-out ........................24 Figure 6: Stratus ES wiring diagram with parallel altitude encoder ..........25 Figure 7: Stratus ES wiring diagram with serial altitude encoder ..........26 Figure 8: Stratus ESG wiring diagram with parallel altitude encoder .........27 Figure 9: Stratus ESG wiring diagram with serial altitude encoder ..........28...

  • Page 6: Abbreviations And Definitions

    States Federal government. A periodic message that provides position, velocity, Extended Squitter and time. Part of the marketing name for Stratus ES. Extended Squitter and Part of the marketing name for Stratus ESG. Agency of the United States Department of...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Appareo Systems, LLC 1830 NDSU Research Circle North Fargo, ND 58102 To view the most current version of this document, go to appareo.com/dealer-portal or www.appareo.com/resources. All structural and general maintenance must be performed in accordance with the aircraft’s Standard Practices Manual and FAA AC 43.13-1B.

  • Page 8: Table 2: Tso Deviations

    This non-TSO function does not interfere with Stratus ES/ESG’s compliance with the requirements of the TSOs listed in Section 1.2.1. 1.2.4. Environmental qualifications Stratus ES/ESG is tested to DO-160G. The Stratus ES/ESG Environmental Qualification form is found in Appendix A of the Stratus ES/ESG Installation Instructions (600840-000031). 1.2.5. Criticality level Software level determination is based on the Functional Hazard Assessment (FHA) and Preliminary System Safety Assessment (PSSA).

  • Page 9: System Description

    Stratus ES and Stratus ESG respond to legacy Mode A/C interrogations and Mode S interrogations from both ground radar and airborne collision avoidance systems. To support the ADS-B Out function, Stratus ESG also contains a Class Beta 1 GPS/WAAS receiver. Stratus ES receives GPS information from approved GPS position sources.

  • Page 10: Tools

    Table 7: Required tools 1.5. WEIGHT AND BALANCE INFORMATION The total weight of the Stratus ES/ESG system and related hardware is less than 4 lbs. Compute a Chart “C” in accordance with the table below, noting the proper aircraft station to obtain balance information.

  • Page 11: Equipment Dimensions

    Rev: 2.2 Last Revised: February 20, 2018 Table 8: Stratus ES/ESG weight 1.6. EQUIPMENT DIMENSIONS Dimensions for Stratus ES/ESG are outlined in the table below. All figures given are representative of maximum equipment dimensions (where applicable). Characteristic Specification Bezel Width 6.38 inches (162 mm)

  • Page 12: Airworthiness Limitations

    Component maintenance must be completed by an authorized repair facility. Refer to Section 10: Servicing. If for any reason during inspection Stratus ES/ESG fails inspection or is otherwise not working properly, read the instructions contained in this manual before removing any Stratus ES/ESG components.

  • Page 13: Dimensions And Access (Ata Chapter 6)

    4.1. COMPONENT LOCATIONS Stratus ES/ESG: Stratus ES/ESG is panel mounted. GPS position source (Stratus ES): Compatible GPS position sources are panel mounted. GPS antenna (Stratus ESG): Typical GPS antenna installation locations are on the top of the aircraft or on the empennage with consideration for line of sight with satellites.

  • Page 14: Figure 2: Locking Mechanism Location

    To replace the Stratus ES/ESG assembly: 1. Adjust the locking mechanism on Stratus ES/ESG using a 3/32 hex wrench so that the front lobe is in a vertical position. Insert the unit by hand until it comes to a stop. This occurs when the front lobe contacts the clearance slot of the install rack.

  • Page 15: Figure 3: Software Update Wiring Diagram

    Experimental pilots: Navigate to www.appareo.com/resources and click “Service Bulletins.” ii. Download the Stratus ES/ESG Update Tool (if you have not already done so) and the update file for your transponder model. When prompted, install the software by following the on-screen prompts.

  • Page 16: Functional Tests

    4.2.4. Stratus ES/ESG Configuration See Stratus ES/ESG Installation Instructions (600840-000031) for instructions for how to configure Stratus ES/ESG if a replacement has been installed or the unit is new to this aircraft. 4.3. FUNCTIONAL TESTS When installed in accordance with these installation instructions, Stratus ES/ESG complies with 14 CFR Part 91.227.
  • Page 17 NOTE: Depending on the installation, the functional tests for the following discrete inputs are optional. 1. Turn off Stratus ES/ESG and enter into configuration mode on Stratus ES/ESG (while holding the FUNC key, press and release the PWR key). 2. Press FUNC or the arrow keys to advance to the external input diagnostics screen.

  • Page 18: Figure 4: Interface For Stratus Es/Esg Functional Tests

    Stratus ES/ESG Maintenance Manual Rev: 2.2 Last Revised: February 20, 2018 Figure 4: Interface for Stratus ES/ESG functional tests 4. Shine a light on the ambient light sensor. Verify that the signal percentage increases. 5. If you are using the 14V or 28V lighting bus: Adjust the lighting bus input to minimum.

  • Page 19: Lifting And Shoring (Ata Chapter 7)

    Last Revised: February 20, 2018 4.3.6. Altitude encoder 1. Enter into configuration mode on Stratus ES/ESG. 2. Press FUNC or the arrow keys to advance to the altitude diagnostic screen. 3. Verify that the altitude displayed is correct to your geographic location.

  • Page 20: Parking, Mooring And Storage (Ata Chapter 10)

    Ensure that the labeling is in accordance with AC 43.13-2B, Chapter 2, Section 207, Sub- Section f., Paragraph (4). 10. SERVICING (ATA CHAPTER 12) 10.1. SERVICING INFORMATION The Stratus ES/ESG system has a number of internal self-test features. See Section 10.1.2 for a troubleshooting guide. 10.1.1. Component Repair Equipment determined in need of repair must be returned to a properly rated repair facility that is trained and qualified.
  • Page 21 Stratus ES/ESG Maintenance Manual Rev: 2.2 Last Revised: February 20, 2018 10.1.2. Troubleshooting Use the table below to troubleshoot possible problems with Stratus ES/ESG. Problem Troubleshooting Steps Stratus ES: GPS information is not being received Enter into configuration mode on Stratus ES.
  • Page 22 11 VDC and 36 VDC. The altitude displayed is incorrect Enter into configuration mode on Stratus ES/ESG and verify that the altitude source is set as the currently used altitude source. If the altitude source is a serial connection, verify that the correct encoding option was selected.

  • Page 23: Lubrication Information

    Stratus ES/ESG Maintenance Manual Rev: 2.2 Last Revised: February 20, 2018 The screen displays a Built in Test The Stratus ES/ESG screen might display a warning (BIT) failure message with the instructions below. Below is guidance regarding how to assess the failure: The display screen will display a •...

  • Page 24: Wiring Diagrams

    Stratus ES/ESG Maintenance Manual Rev: 2.2 Last Revised: February 20, 2018 11. WIRING DIAGRAMS Stratus ES D-SUB PINOUT DESCRIPTIONS XPNDR D-SUB - PIN 37 DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION AIRCRAFT GROUND AIRCRAFT GROUND AIRCRAFT POWER AIRCRAFT POWER RS232 EXTERNAL GPS RS232-TX MAINTENANCE XPNDR ANT...

  • Page 25: Figure 6: Stratus Es Wiring Diagram With Parallel Altitude Encoder

    ALTITUDE C2 ALTITUDE COMMON (GND) ALTITUDE COMMON (GND) XPNDR XPNDR ANTENNA (BNC) ANTENNA GPS ANTENNA IN (STRATUS ESG ONLY) (TNC) AUX PASS-THRU (NOT USED) Figure 6: Stratus ES wiring diagram with parallel altitude encoder Document Number: 600845-000024 Page 25 of 28...

  • Page 26: Figure 7: Stratus Es Wiring Diagram With Serial Altitude Encoder

    IDENT INPUT EXTERNAL IDENT OPTIONAL EXTERNAL SQUAT SWITCH XPNDR XPNDR ANTENNA ANTENNA (BNC) GPS ANTENNA IN (TNC) (Stratus ESG ONLY) AUX PASS-THRU (NOT USED) Figure 7: Stratus ES wiring diagram with serial altitude encoder Document Number: 600845-000024 Page 26 of 28...

  • Page 27: Figure 8: Stratus Esg Wiring Diagram With Parallel Altitude Encoder

    Stratus ES/ESG Maintenance Manual Rev: 2.2 Last Revised: February 20, 2018 Stratus ESG Interconnect (Parallel Altitude Encoder) NOTES: STRATUS ESG SOME DETAIL IS REMOVED FOR CLARITY 1 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, ALL WIRING TO BE DONE WITH 22 AWG WIRING D-SUB 2 DRAWING DEPICTS INSTALLATION WITH A PARALLEL ALTITUDE ENCODER.

  • Page 28: Figure 9: Stratus Esg Wiring Diagram With Serial Altitude Encoder

    Stratus ES/ESG Maintenance Manual Rev: 2.2 Last Revised: February 20, 2018 Stratus ESG Interconnect (Serial Altitude Encoder) NOTES: STRATUS ESG SOME DETAIL IS REMOVED FOR CLARITY 1 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, ALL WIRING TO BE DONE WITH 22 AWG WIRING D-SUB 2 DRAWING DEPICTS INSTALLATION WITH A SERIAL ENCODER.

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