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Oct. 14, 2010 Y. Liu 01.003 Added warranty period starts from date of purchase from Dec. 14, 2010 Y. Liu SKYTRAC Systems 01.004 Corrected warranty statement. Added ESD caution. Removed Jun. 7, 2011 G. Ross approval column from revision history. Corrected qualification string and table in section 2.5.
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The CDP-300 is under warranty for one year from the date of shipment from SKYTRAC Systems Ltd. For failed units caused by defective parts or workmanship, contact SKYTRAC Systems for an RMA #. SKYTRAC Systems will provide the return address to ship the equipment to at the time of issuing the RMA #.
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CDP-300 Installation Manual ISAT-200 System Installation Reference Drawings ..................21 4.3.1 CDP-300 Installation Wiring Diagram Notes ..................22 CONFIGURATION OF THE CDP-300 ......................23 CDP-300 Brightness Configuration ......................23 ISAT-200 Configuration ..........................23 POST INSTALLATION TESTS.......................... 24 General ................................ 24 6.1.1 Function Test Setup ..........................
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CDP-300 Installation Manual LIST OF TABLES TABLE 1 – CDP-300 MODELS ..........................13 TABLE 2 – POWER REQUIREMENTS ........................14 TABLE 3 – DIGITAL AND ANALOGUE I/OS ......................14 TABLE 4 – CDP-300 PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS....................15 TABLE 5 – ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING SUMMARY .................... 16 TABLE 6 –...
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CDP-300 Installation Manual LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE 1 – ISAT-200 SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM ....................11 Document Rev. 01.006 DOC0449 Page 7 of 31 Restricted Proprietary and Confidential Information The document reference is online, please check the correspondence between the online documentation and the printed version.
ISAT-200 parameters. The CDP-300 along with the DVI-300 provides a rich interface for accessing the global voice and text communications features of SKYTRAC System’s Iridium based ISAT-200. This combined interface is referred to as the CDP/DVI.
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CDP-300 Installation Manual This section contains the information needed to complete the electrical connections to the CDP-300 system. Document Rev. 01.006 DOC0449 Page 9 of 31 Restricted Proprietary and Confidential Information The document reference is online, please check the correspondence between the online documentation and the printed version.
CDP-300 Installation Manual Section 5 — Configuration of the CDP-300 This section contains instructions on how to configure and set up the CDP-300 system. Section 6 — Post Installation Tests This section contains instructions for tests to be performed after installation, to confirm that the system has been installed correctly.
DVI-300 (CDP/DVI mode). The CDP/DVI must be connected to an ISAT-200 with up to date firmware versions on all STS equipment. Refer to the CDP-300 User’s Guide (DOC0500) or www.skytrac.ca for the firmware revisions needed for the CDP-300 and ISAT-200.
CDP-300 Installation Manual 1.3.2 CDP-300 The CDP-300 has a small, easy to use form factor well suited to the demanding environment of working aircraft. The CDP-300 consists of a DZUS rail mounted display (3 lines by 20 symbols) and a keypad (5 keys). The keypad is used to navigate through the menu structure of the CDP-300.
CDP-300 Installation Manual 2 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 GENERAL This section contains the specifications and a list of the physical and electrical requirements for the CDP-300. 2.2 POWER REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CDP-300 SYSTEM Table 2 – Power Requirements COMPONENT POWER REQUIREMENTS CDP-300 Input Voltage: 20.5 to 32 VDC, 28 VDC nominal Average Power: 7 W typical, 12W maximum...
CDP-300 Installation Manual 3 MECHANICAL INSTALLATION 3.1 GENERAL This section contains procedures for the mechanical installation of the CDP-300. Included are unpacking instructions, a table listing the weight of each component, and instructions for completing the physical installation of the CDP-300. 3.2 INSTALLATION LIMITATIONS The following installation regulations must be adhered to: When installing the CDP-300 the installer must have a working knowledge of aircraft electronics installation, and...
After all items have been unpacked, it is suggested that you save the containers and packaging materials in case it becomes necessary to reship an item. Verify and record the serial number of the CDP-300. This information is required when contacting SKYTRAC Systems to activate the satellite communications services. 3.5.1 PRODUCT MOUNTING To operate as part of the CDP/DVI, the CDP-300 has to be mounted just above the DVI-300.
CDP-300 Installation Manual 3.6.2 WIRING HARNESS Determine the location of the CDP-300 in order to determine wiring harness lengths. Create the wiring harness for your model of CDP-300 referencing applicable approved installation drawings for your airframe. Ensure the wiring harness complies with the requirements of FAA advisory circular AC43.13-1B. Document Rev.
CDP-300 Installation Manual 4 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION 4.1 GENERAL This section contains the information required to complete the electrical connections in a CDP-300 installation. Included are diagrams and tables that call out and list the pin locations of the connectors used in the installation as well as system wiring diagrams with installation notes.
CDP-300 Installation Manual Do not connect if DVI-300 is not used RS-232 TX TX line of RS-232 Databus to DVI-300 Do not connect if DVI-300 is not used Dim Ctl In Dimmer voltage input Reserved Reserved for future use - Do not connect Reserved Reserved for future use - Do not connect Reserved...
CDP-300 Installation Manual 4.3.1 CDP-300 INSTALLATION WIRING DIAGRAM NOTES The following notes pertain, in general, to the CDP-300 Installation Wiring Diagram Illustrations. All signal and power shield continuity must be individually maintained through bulkhead disconnects. Please refer to the ISAT-200 System Installation Reference Drawings (DOC0461) or applicable STC drawings for additional installation notes.
CDP-300 Installation Manual 5 CONFIGURATION OF THE CDP-300 The main configuration required during installation is the brightness control configuration described below. Additional configuration of the address book, quick dial numbers etc may be done by the user via the instructions contained in the CDP-300 User’s Guide.
CDP-300, voice communication must be enabled in the ISAT. Contact the Program Manager with respect to SKYTRAC Systems to have voice communication enabled in the ISAT. The ISAT must receive its programming instructions through the satellite link and therefore needs a view of the sky in order for the voice communication to be enabled.
CDP-300 Installation Manual 6.1.3 EMI TEST Note: The CDP-300 is installed as part of the ISAT-200 system. Please use ISAT-200 System EMI-RFI Test Template DOC0478 R01- 000 for EMI test procedures. The purpose of this test report is to verify that the operation of the CDP-300 does not interfere with basic aircraft systems and avionics.
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CDP-300 Installation Manual If the installed system passes all of the applicable EMI tests, then no further action is required. If interference is observed then the interference must be assessed against the appropriate standards of airworthiness for the system in question. For example it is permissible for a VFR certified GPS to lose navigation capability under certain conditions, providing that it recovers properly and promptly, but it is not permissible for an IFR Approach certified GPS to be affected in the same way.
CDP-300 Installation Manual 7 AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS 7.1 INSTALLATION LIMITATIONS No Limitation of installation is identified. 7.2 OPERATION LIMITATIONS No Limitation of installation is identified. Document Rev. 01.006 DOC0449 Page 27 of 31 Restricted Proprietary and Confidential Information The document reference is online, please check the correspondence between the online documentation and the printed version.
CDP-300 Installation Manual 8 MAINTENANCE AND CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS 8.1 CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS The backlighting of the CDP-300 is provided by light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Periodically inspect your CDP-300 for non-functioning LEDs. If an LED is non-functioning, have the CDP-300 replaced by an authorized technician. 8.2 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS With the exception of the lighting as explained in Section 6.1the CDP-300 does not require any maintenance.
Depending on the time period between shipping of your unit and the physical installation at your location, firmware upgrades may become available. It is recommended that you contact SKYTRAC Systems Client Services to confirm if any upgrades are available for the unit when installing.
CDP-300 Installation Manual 10 CDP-300 HUMAN MACHINE INTERFACE 10.1 GENERAL This section provides a brief description of the CDP-300 human machine interface components. For more detailed information on each of these components, refer to the CDP-300 User's Guide (DOC0500). 10.2 DISPLAY The CDP-300 includes a 20-character display for displaying emails, phone numbers and configuration information.
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STATEMENT OF CONFIDENTIALITY The information in this document is the property of SKYTRAC System Ltd. hereafter referred to as SKYTRAC. SKYTRAC submits this document with the understanding that it will be held in strictest confidence and will not be disclosed, duplicated or used, in whole or in part, for any purpose other than the evaluation of the qualifications of SKYTRAC, without prior written consent.
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