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J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual Rev A 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 Rev B Page i...
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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.
Features Overview The J301A-001 has a 15 pin D-Min connector, which interfaces to the Direct audio and ICS Tie lines, a 50 pin D-Min connector which interfaces to the Radios, power and user headset connections, and a 25 pin D-Min connector which interfaces to music and extra transceivers.
J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual Inputs and Outputs Refer to the J301A-001 connector maps for the mating connector designators and pin assignments for the input and output signals. 1.3.1 Inputs Name Type COM REMOTE TX SELECT Audio signal (on expansion connector)
J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual 1.3.5 Grounds Name Type CHASSIS GROUND Airframe ground connection POWER GROUND Power ground RX COMMON Audio signal ground Specifications 1.4.1 Electrical Specifications Power Input Primary nominal voltage 28 Vdc Secondary nominal voltage 14 Vdc Maximum voltage 32.2 Vdc...
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J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual Distortion Characteristics Audio output distortion at rated power ≤10% THD + N Input Impedance HI LEVEL MIC input Impedance 150 Ω ±10% DYNAMIC MIC input Impedance 5 Ω ±40% Direct Audio input Impedance 10 kΩ...
Installation kit part number INST-J301A Faceplate white legends on black 1.4.3 Flammability of Materials The J301A-001 complies with the requirements of RTCA/DO-160G Sec 26.3.3 "Flammability", through equivalent flammability testing of materials and the Small Parts Exemption. Rev A Page 5...
Introduction This section contains unpacking and inspection procedures, installation information, and post-installation checks. Continued Airworthiness Maintenance of the J301A-001 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 J301A-001 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 J301A-001 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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J301A-001 Audio Controller 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. Radios 2.5.3.2 The Radios window is used to define the radios for the transceivers and receivers.
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J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual 2.5.3.3 Receive Levels The receive and direct audio input level of each of the eighteen RX and DIRECT AUDIO inputs can be adjusted from 1 to 10 Vrms. (Default 7.75 Vrms) The Receive Audio Detector threshold can be adjusted from -36 to -12 dB of rated input level.
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J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual 2.5.3.4 Transmit Levels The level of each of the eight Transceiver MIC output signals can be adjusted from 0.01 to 1 Vrms. When the Remote TX Select box is checked the ICS TX select position becomes t he remote TX Select (RMT ).
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J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual 2.5.3.6 Connector Pin Configuration Several of the connector pins can be configured to meet the requirements of specific installations. Refer to J301A-001 Interconnect sheet 4 of 2.5.3.7 Audio Muting (During Transmit) When the Mute RX Audio check box is checked the...
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J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual 2.5.3.9 Music Levels 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). The attenuation level during muting of the music signal can be adjusted from 0 to -40 dB (Default -40 dB).
The interconnects and connector maps in Appendix A of this manual are generic drawings based on the standard version of the J301A-001. 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.
J301A-001 Audio Controller SECTION 3 – OPERATION Introduction This section contains the operating instructions for the J301A-001. Front Panel Controls Note: The 19 legends and one deadfront annunciator are removable and may be replaced with custom ordered parts. The controls will be referred to by the default legend and annunciator names as shown below.
J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual Transceiver Switches Annunciators and Legends These are eight white two-position toggle switches grouped around the TX selector control. When a switch is set to the ‘up’ position (towards the legend), audio from the associated transceiver is routed to the phones.
J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual Transmit Selector This is a rotary ten-position control that is used to select transmission via one of the eight transceivers, ICS/RMT or the EMER position. Each of the transmit selector positions is linked by a white line to the corresponding transmit select annunciator, transceiver switch and legend.
Note: Numbers in parentheses refer to the front panel controls shown in section 3.2. The J301A-001 is in Normal mode when the front panel TX select switch (4) is in position COM1 through COM8 or ICS and suitable electrical power is supplied to the unit.
J301A-001 Audio Controller Installation and Operating Manual 3.3.5 ICS Operation ICS audio is the sum of the user's MIC audio when the ICS KEY is active or with MIC audio level exceeding the VOX Threshold level, and the audio input on the JAC ICS TIE or Andrea Intercom from other audio controllers.
Appendix A - Installation Drawings Introduction The drawings necessary for installation and troubleshooting of the J301A-001 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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VIEW IS FROM REAR OF MATING CONNECTOR PREPARED 07-22-20 CHECKED TITLE Audio Controller P1 Connector Map 07-22-20 APPROVED NCAGE CODE PART NO. SHEET L00N3 J301A-001 DOC NO. J301A-001 Connector Map Rev A JUPITER AVIONICS TEMPLATE AUTOCAD PORTRAIT SIZEA REV B.DWT...
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VIEW IS FROM REAR OF MATING CONNECTOR PREPARED 07-22-20 CHECKED TITLE Audio Controller P2 Connector Map 07-22-20 APPROVED NCAGE CODE PART NO. SHEET L00N3 J301A-001 DOC NO. J301A-001 Connector Map Rev A JUPITER AVIONICS TEMPLATE AUTOCAD PORTRAIT SIZEA REV B.DWT...
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VIEW IS FROM REAR OF MATING CONNECTOR PREPARED 07-22-20 CHECKED TITLE Audio Controller P3 Connector Map 07-22-20 APPROVED NCAGE CODE PART NO. SHEET L00N3 J301A-001 DOC NO. J301A-001 Connector Map Rev A JUPITER AVIONICS TEMPLATE AUTOCAD PORTRAIT SIZEA REV B.DWT...
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COM 2 NAV 1 COM 1 PREPARED 07-22-20 CHECKED TITLE Audio Controller Equipment Block Diagram 07-22-20 APPROVED NCAGE CODE PART NO. SHEET L00N3 J301A-001 DOC NO. J301A-001 Equipment Block Diagram Rev A.dwg JUPITER AVIONICS TEMPLATE AUTOCAD LANDSCAPE 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 J301A-001 Installation and Operating Manual provides detailed installation instructions and wiring diagrams (Section 2, and Appendices A and B). Power is supplied to the J301A-001 through an existing [ ]-Amp circuit breaker that was previously used by the original audio panel. The net electrical load is unchanged.
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Refer to the J301A-001 Maintenance Manual. 7. Removal and Replacement Information Refer to Section 2 of this manual - the J301A-001 Installation and Operating Manual. If the unit is removed and reinstalled, a functional check of the equipment should be conducted.
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