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AVIATOR Wireless Handset Installation and maintenance manual Document number: 98-129600-C Release date: 24 February 2017...
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This manual and the drawings and wiring diagrams contained herein may not be used as a substitute for an STC package. The newest versions of Cobham SATCOM user and installation manuals as well as outline drawings can be downloaded from www.cobham.com/satcom, Cobham SYNC Partner Portal. Some material and features are for partners only and can only be accessed after login with a password.
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Initials Original document 15 July 2009 General update. 15 October 2010 General update: Rebranding to Cobham layout. and 13 February 2017 replacing Thrane & Thrane with Cobham SATCOM. The following sections have been added: Manufacturer address on page ii, 3.2...
Tools needed ........................4-2 Electrical installation and wiring ................4-2 4.3.1 To connect the AVIATOR Wireless Handset ............4-2 4.3.2 To wire the Cradle for the AVIATOR Wireless Handset ........4-2 4.3.3 Cable preparation ........................4-3 4.3.4 To install the Cradle without the pigtail ..............4-5 Recommended cables ....................4-6...
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Returning units for repair ...................5-4 Disposal of electrical & electronic equipment ..........5-5 5.6.1 To remove the battery .....................5-5 Appendix A Equipment specifications Introduction .........................A-1 AVIATOR Wireless Handset and cradle ............A-2 A.2.1 TT-5624B AVIATOR Wireless Handset ..............A-2 A.2.2 TT-5626B Cradle .........................A-3 Appendix B DO-160 specifications General ............................B-1...
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AVIATOR Wireless Handset, white version................... 2-2 Figure 2-2: AVIATOR Wireless Handset, black version.................... 2-3 Figure 2-3: Cradle for AVIATOR Wireless Handset, white version..............2-4 Figure 2-4: Cradle for AVIATOR Wireless Handset, black version..............2-5 Figure 3-1: DC connector ..............................3-1 Figure 4-1: Allowed mounting positions in the cabin....................
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Requirements to Cradle DC cables......................4-2 Table 4-3: Maximum resistance for DC cable ......................4-6 Table A-1: Specifications for AVIATOR Wireless Handset ...................A-2 Table A-2: Specifications for Cradle for AVIATOR Wireless Handset.............A-3 Table B-1: DO-160F string for AVIATOR Wireless Handset & Cradle............. B-2 98-129600-C...
All comments or recommendations regarding the installation, acceptance or operation of the AVIATOR Wireless Handset system or its accessories and components should be directed to Cobham SATCOM. Refer to the AVIATOR Wireless Handset User Manual for instructions how to configure and operate the handset. 1.1.1...
General description IP calls and SIP telephony The AVIATOR Wireless Handset is used for making phone calls over an IP based network. The handset connects to a wireless access point complying with the Wireless Local Area Networking (WLAN) standard 802.11b/g.
Part numbers Part numbers Applicable Cobham SATCOM model- and part numbers This Installation Manual is for the AVIATOR Wireless Handset and Cradle and is applicable to the model- and part numbers below: T&T part Model Description number number , black...
Unpacking Unpacking Unpack your AVIATOR Wireless Handset and Cradle and check that the following items are present: AVIATOR Wireless Handset • AVIATOR Wireless Handset • USB cable for service-charging the device outside the aircraft Cradle for AVIATOR Wireless Handset • Cradle for AVIATOR Wireless Handset •...
Chapter 2 Equipment drawings Introduction The following pages show outline drawings of the AVIATOR Wireless Handset and Cradle. The drawings in this manual are for reference only. If you have access to the Important Cobham SYNC Partner Portal you can get copies of the outline drawings under Downloads >...
Chapter 3 Connectors and pin-out Cradle for AVIATOR Wireless Handset The TT-5626B Cradle serves as a charger for the AVIATOR Wireless Handset when it is connected to the aircraft’s power supply. 3.1.1 Pigtail connector on the Cradle Connector type Mini-Snap male (ODU, size 0)
AVIATOR Wireless Handset AVIATOR Wireless Handset The AVIATOR Wireless Handset has two connectors on the side of the handset. One Jack connector for connecting a headset and one USB connector for service-charging the handset. 3.2.1 Jack connector for headset Connector type 3.5 mm SMT phone jack (Switchcraft 35RASMT3BHNTR)
Cradle on page 2-4 in the chapter Equipment drawings. Compass safe distance Make sure that the AVIATOR Wireless Handset and the Cradle is installed far enough from any magnetic compass to avoid influence of the loudspeaker magnet on the compass reading.
Tools needed Tools needed Make sure you have the following tools when installing the Cradle for the AVIATOR Wireless Handset: • Positioning tool: ODU (www.odu.de), part number for pin: 081 701 003 849 037, part number for socket: 081 700 003 749 037) fits cable type AWG 20/22/24.
Electrical installation and wiring Circuit breaker considerations A separate circuit breaker for the Cradle is recommended, for details see Circuit breaker on page 1-3. A maximum of five cradles may share one 2 A circuit breaker. 4.3.3 Cable preparation Prepare the cable as indicated below: Crimp termination (recommended) •...
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Electrical installation and wiring To mount the mating connector on the cable Mating connector type: Mini Snap Female, size 0 (ODU PN K20L0C-P02NJH0-420S). Slide Back nut and Collet over the cable. Housing Half shells 2. Strip cable and wire. 3. Pre-tinning of strands recommended. 4.
Electrical installation and wiring Heat shrink It is recommended to heat shrink the pigtail and the mating connector. Figure 4-4: Heat-shrink of pigtail connector 4.3.4 To install the Cradle without the pigtail You can mount the Cradle without using the pigtail in order to make the installation as tidy as possible.
Recommended cables Recommended cables The ODU connector collet system supports cable diameters from 3.0 mm to 4.2 mm. The ODU crimp pins support cables from 24AWG to 20AWG (0.25 mm to 0.5 mm Use the instructions in To mount the mating connector on the cable on page 4-4 when assembling the ODU Mini snap connector.
There are two options for charging the handset: • To charge the AVIATOR Wireless Handset using the cradle • To charge the AVIATOR Wireless Handset from a computer or USB charger (service charge) It is strongly recommended to charge the handset after delivery to make sure Important it is fully charged and operational immediately after system power up.
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To charge the AVIATOR Wireless Handset Chapter 4: Installation 98-129600-C...
8000 flight hours or 5 years (Overhaul). The Overhaul period is defined as the recommended period from production date or last maintenance to next maintenance. You find the production date on the PMA label on the back of the AVIATOR Wireless Handset.
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Continued Airworthiness Scheduled Maintenance Program The AVIATOR Wireless Handset and the Cradle are considered on-condition units and no additional maintenance is required other than a check for security and operation at normal inspection intervals. Scheduled Maintenance Program tasks to be added to the aircraft operator's appropriate...
Airtime subscription for a contact number. 5.2.2 System support If you need assistance with problems caused by the AVIATOR Wireless Handset or Cradle, please call a distributor in your area. A list of certified partners and distributors is available on Cobham SATCOM’s web site: www.cobham.com/satcom.
Your dealer, installer or Cobham SATCOM partner will assist you whether the need is user training, technical support, arranging on-site repair or sending the product for repair. Your dealer, installer or Cobham SATCOM partner will also take care of any warranty issue.
Contact the local distributor for information about what type of return system to use. 5.6.1 To remove the battery The AVIATOR Wireless Handset has a rechargeable battery. This battery Important can only be replaced at the factory! Remove the battery only when disposing of the handset.
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Disposal of electrical & electronic equipment 5. Use the tweezers to open the AVIATOR Wireless Handset. 6. Use the Torx screwdriver size TX06 to remove 6 screws at the back. 7. Take out the battery with your fingers. It is glued to the board, you may need to use some force.
Appendix A Equipment specifications Introduction Important note! The information, drawings, and wiring diagrams contained in this manual are intended as a reference for engineering planning only. It is the installer’s responsibility to compose installation drawings specific to the aircraft. 98-129600-C...
6 W max. Aircraft DC power supply 28 VDC, min. 20.5 V, max. 32.2 V Environmental Categories Refer to Environmental Qualification form in insert-cross reference in Appendix B. Table A-2: Specifications for Cradle for AVIATOR Wireless Handset 98-129600-C Appendix A: Equipment specifications...
B.1.1 Certifying agency Approval of the AVIATOR Wireless Handset is not authorized by this installation manual. Acceptance for the installation and use of the AVIATOR Wireless Handset and its associated components must be obtained through the appropriate offices of the FAA or other certifying agency.
Standard operational shock and crash safety. Shocks and Crash Safety Vibration S, B2, Explosion No test required Proofness Waterproofness 10.0 No test required Fluids 11.0 No test required Susceptibility Table B-1: DO-160F string for AVIATOR Wireless Handset & Cradle Appendix B: DO-160 specifications 98-129600-C...
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Electrostatic 25.0 Operation, installation and repair in an aerospace Discharge ESD environment. Fire, 26.0 Equipment is tested according to FAR 25.853 Flammability and 25.869(a)—(4). Table B-1: DO-160F string for AVIATOR Wireless Handset & Cradle (Continued) 98-129600-C Appendix B: DO-160 specifications...
It allows a manufacturer to produce and sell these articles for installation on type certificated products. SwiftBroadband Unit. Unit in the AVIATOR system providing access to the aeronautical BGAN service, SwiftBroadband. When media is streamed in a SIP based voice over IP call, being audio, or video or both, one of the requirements is for the participants to know the media details, i.e.
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Glossary telephony. Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) is a method for producing electronic circuits in which the components are mounted or placed directly onto the surface of printed circuit boards (PCBs). Thin Film Transistor. A thin film transistor liquid crystal display (TFT-LCD) is a variant of liquid crystal display (LCD) which uses thin-film transistor (TFT) technology to improve image quality (e.g., addressability, contrast).
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