Heads Up Technologies XMR100 Installation Manual

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COMPONENT INSTALLATION MANUAL
Model Numbers: XMR100, XMR200, XMR400, XMR800, XMC100, XMRANT
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J. Header, Engineering
M. Wootton, Engineering
D. Groos, Marketing
Heads Up Technologies, Inc.
2033 Chenault Dr., Suite 100
Carrollton, Texas 75006
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04/05/06
XMR-3

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  • Page 1 H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S XM RADIO SYSTEM COMPONENT INSTALLATION MANUAL Model Numbers: XMR100, XMR200, XMR400, XMR800, XMC100, XMRANT Revision Level: Revision Date: 04/05/06 Document Control No.: XMR-3...
  • Page 2 XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual REVISION HISTORY Revision Change Date Description of Change 06/04/03 Initial Release 06/09/03 PG 12: Changed warranty period from 1 to 2 years. 01/08/04 Added reprogramming jack installation information.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................... 5 1.1 S ..............................5 COPE 1.2 A ........................5 PPLICABLE OCUMENTS 1.3 P ......................
  • Page 4 XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 3.6.2 Receiver ..........................18 3.6.3 XMC Control Head......................... 19 3.7 W ............................20 IRING 3.7.1 Wiring Notes ........................... 20 3.7.2 Grounding and Shielding......................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Scope To provide product description and installation reference information for the XM Radio entertainment system, manufactured by Heads Up Technologies, Inc. of Carrollton, Texas. 1.2 Applicable Documents The following documents are included with the installation package and provide required...
  • Page 6: Definitions

    1.4 Definitions Below is a list of definitions and acronyms for the purpose of this manual. ICD – Interface Control Drawing HUT – Heads Up Technologies, Inc. CEMS – Cabin Entertainment Management System XM – XM Satellite Radio, Inc. XMWX – XM Weather PA –...
  • Page 7: Product Description

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 2.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The XMR System is a Satellite Digital Audio Receiver (SDAR) entertainment device intended for use in aircraft passenger cabins. The system receives user selectable satellite transmitted digital audio programming providing music, news, live sports and talk shows.
  • Page 8: Receiver

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 2.3 Receiver This component is manufactured in 4 types, having 1, 2, 4 or 8 individual SDAR modules or “receiver channels”. It is a multiple micro-processor based electronic device which decodes the digital satellite signal and provides an analog stereo audio output(s) to the listener(s).
  • Page 9: User Interface

    User control of the XM system receivers is provided by this device through the use the touch-screen display. In addition, the XMC also includes an optical LED remote control sensor (interface to an external sensor is also provided) for use with the HUT XMR100- Remote Control Devices.
  • Page 10: System Electrical Specifications

    Power Input, Voltage 28VDC(per DO-1060D, Cat. Z) Power Input, Current, XMR800 2.0A(nominal) Power Input, Current, XMR400 1.0A(nominal) Power Input, Current, XMR200 0.6A(nominal) Power Input, Current, XMR100 0.4A(nominal) Power Input, Current, XMC100 0.4A(nominal) 2.5.2 Audio Output Information Output Impedance Output Level (Nominal) 0dBV (0.775VRMS)
  • Page 11: Installation

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 3.0 INSTALLATION 3.1 Overview The installation process consists of: Determining the system options • Determining the audio distribution and volume configuration •...
  • Page 12: System Examples

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 3.2.3 System Examples Some examples of system setups are shown here to help provide an understanding of how the system can be configured. Figure 4 below shows an example of a basic system.
  • Page 13 XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual Figure 5 below is an example of a 5-channel system, using (2) XMR units. Note the node address settings. Figure 5 - Multi-Receiver “5-Channel”...
  • Page 14: System Limitations

    “typical wiring diagram”, dwg No. XMR-3A. The touch screen interface of the XMC does not provide volume controls. • Volume can only be adjusted using the XMR100-Remote device or through an appropriately configured CEMS. Receiver The XMR100 (1-receiver) and XMR200 (2-receiver) do not include an “ANT •...
  • Page 15: Antenna Installation Considerations

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual If the system is configured as a receiver-only, without a XMC control head, the • “power enable” input (J1-18) must be strapped to 28VDC DC power. The receiver provides stereo (left and right) 600 transformer balanced audio •...
  • Page 16: Interference From Vhf And Satcom Transmitters

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual Table 1 - Cable Length Chart Loss Rating RG Type Length Range (Ft.) (dB/100-Ft.) (Mil-C-17) @ 8 - 12dB Loss @ 2.339GHz 20.6 38.8 –...
  • Page 17: Audio Distribution

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual NOTE: Installation pre-testing is advised if this installation is being performed on several similar aircraft such as a fleet. A pre-test can be performed by mounting the antenna on a piece of aluminum sheet, approximately 24”...
  • Page 18: System Mounting

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual can be strapped to change this pre-set level to +4.5dBV, +9dBV, -9dBV or –15dBV at system start-up. Volume Control On/Off: By default the receivers audio output volume can be •...
  • Page 19: Xmc Control Head

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual The rear of the receiver must have no less than a 1-inch air space from other • structure to allow proper airflow. The area in front of the receiver must also accommodate the wiring.
  • Page 20: Wiring

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 3.7 Wiring The installation package provides wiring reference diagrams to assist in the electrical design of the installation. The diagrams specify pin-outs, mating connectors, cable types, wire gauges, breaker size and grounding requirements.
  • Page 21: Grounding And Shielding

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 3.7.2 Grounding and Shielding Proper grounding and shielding is important to reduce the effects of electro-magnetic interference. Qualified EMI emissions, RFI / Lightning / ESD protection and antenna signal performance can only be guaranteed if the system equipment is grounded and interconnect wiring is shielded as per the wire reference diagrams.
  • Page 22: Service Activation

    XM customer service representative at 1-800-985-9200. Each of the receiver channel’s ID numbers are required and request the normal “Radio” service activation. Please contact Heads Up Technologies at service@heads-up.com for additional information on the process to activate receivers if required.
  • Page 23: System Check

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 4.0 SYSTEM CHECK 4.1 Power-up Check Before applying power to the system, verify and complete the following: 100% continuity check performed and satisfactory. •...
  • Page 24: Volume Mute And Configuration

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 4.2.3 Volume Mute and Configuration If equipped, verify the mute function operates on all receivers, typically by performing a PA to the cabin.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    XMC100 controller. For systems that are controlled with a CEMS, please insure that you are familiar with the make and model of the CEMS equipment before contacting Heads Up Technologies. Refer to the CEMS provider as required.
  • Page 26: Signal Quality Monitor

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 5.1.2 Signal Quality Monitor Once the access code is entered, press the “ ” key twice and a “SIGNAL QUALITY MONITOR”...
  • Page 27: System Setup Information

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual RS485 Errors: PE: “Packet Errors” FE: “File Errors” The PE and FE values above should be less than 1 for each hour of operation. 5.3 System Setup Information System setup information that includes the system components’...
  • Page 28: Volume Config

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual Release Version: 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 Component Date OIB Sw Feb 23 2005 Feb 23 2005 May 3 2005 Dec 5 2005 OIB Config See Notes...
  • Page 29: System Troubleshooting

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 5.4 System Troubleshooting Problem Check 1. Press “Power” key on XMC100 controller. 2. Verify circuit breaker is engaged. No Operation 3.
  • Page 30: Reprogramming

    XM Radio H E A D S T E C H N O L O G I E S Installation Manual 5.5 Reprogramming Occasionally the XMR system will require new information due to firmware upgrades, channel line-up changes, or channel announcement updates. This information is uploaded into the receiver by connecting a personal computer to the programming jack.
  • Page 31: Limited Warranty

    Heads Up product shall be limited to the duration of the expressed warranty set forth above. In no event shall Heads Up Technologies, Inc. or its affiliates be liable for any loss, inconvenience or damage whether direct, incidental, consequential or otherwise, or whether caused by negligence or other fault resulting from breach of any express or implied warranty of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or otherwise, with respect to your Heads Up product, except as specified herein.

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