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Emergency Locator Transmitter
Orolia S.A.S. - A Company of the Orolia Group
P/N : S1820502-04
P/N : S1820511-01
P/N : 0124206
Revision 04
First issue: OCT 18/2006
INSTALLATION MANUAL
OPERATION MANUAL
KANNAD 406 AP-H
KANNAD 406 AP-H transmitter
Mounting bracket, 1 strap
ANT100, auxiliary antenna
DOC06330E
Ref. 0143020E
TP PAGE : 1
Date of rev. JUL 24/2013

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  • Page 1 Orolia S.A.S. - A Company of the Orolia Group INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H P/N : S1820502-04 KANNAD 406 AP-H transmitter P/N : S1820511-01 Mounting bracket, 1 strap P/N : 0124206 ANT100, auxiliary antenna TP PAGE : 1 Revision 04 Date of rev.
  • Page 2 Users are kindly requested to notify Orolia S.A.S of any discrepancy, omission or error found in this manual. Please report to our customer support: E-mail: support.sar@orolia.com Tel.: +33 (0)2 97 02 49 00...
  • Page 3 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H RECORD OF REVISIONS REV. Nb REVISION DATE INSERTION DATE OCT 18/2006 OCT 18/2006 J. S. FEB 13/2008 FEB 13/2008 J. S. SEP 12/2008 SEP 12/2008 J. S. APR 30/2010 APR 30/2010 J. S.
  • Page 4 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H RECORD OF REVISIONS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK ROR PAGE: 2 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 5 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES SUBJECT PAGE DATE Title Page JUL 24/2013 Record of Revisions JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 List of Effective Pages JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 Table of Contents JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 6 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES SUBJECT PAGE DATE JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 Installation / Removal JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES SUBJECT PAGE DATE Troubleshooting JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 Schematics and Diagrams JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 JUL 24/2013 Servicing JUL 24/2013...
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  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Description ......................1 World coverage with the COSPAS-SARSAT system ..........2 Environmental improvements of ELTs ..............2 G-Switch (shock detectors) ..................2 KANNAD 406 AP-H Presentation ............3 LINE REPLACEABLE UNITS ............... 4 Transmitter ......................4 Bracket ........................4 Remote Control Panel ................... 4 External antenna ....................
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H TABLE OF CONTENTS ELT Installation ................. 203 Installation recommandations ................203 FAA Recommendations .................. 203 TSO C126a Section 5 b. Application Data Requirements ......203 RTCA DO-182 Recommandations ..............203 RTCA DO-204a Requirements ............... 203 Bracket installation ....................
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H TABLE OF CONTENTS Wiring ....................503 ANT AV200, outline dimensions and drilling mask ......504 ANT AV300, outline dimensions and drilling mask ......505 ANT300, outline dimensions and drilling mask ......... 506 ANT 410, outline dimensions and drilling mask ........ 507 SERVICING ..................
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK TOC PAGE: 4 JUL 24/2013...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL INSPECTION LOG KANNAD 406 AP-H INTRODUCTION The instructions in this manual provide the information necessary for the installation and the operation of KANNAD 406 AP-H ELT. Servicing instructions (Refer to SERVICING page 601) are normally performed by shop personnel.
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL INSPECTION LOG KANNAD 406 AP-H PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK PAGE INTRO 2 JUL 24/2013...

  • Page 15: System Overview

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H SYSTEM OVERVIEW 1. COSPAS-SARSAT System A. Description Launched in the early eighties by the four founder countries (Canada, France, Russia, USA), the COSPAS-SARSAT system provides satellite aid to search and rescue (SAR) operations for maritime, aeronautical and terrestrial vehicles anywhere in the world.

  • Page 16: World Coverage With The Cospas-Sarsat System

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H B. World coverage with the COSPAS-SARSAT system The major improvement is the use of the COSPAS-SARSAT system for processing aeronautical emergencies. The difference with the 121.5 / 243 MHz is that the 406 MHz transmission...

  • Page 17: Kannad 406 Ap-H Presentation

    KANNAD 406 AP-H 2. KANNAD 406 AP-H Presentation The KANNAD 406 AP-H belongs to the AP type of ELTs which are intended to be rigdly attached to the aircraft before the crash, but readily removable from the aircraft after a crash.

  • Page 18: Line Replaceable Units

    KANNAD 406 AP-H 3. LINE REPLACEABLE UNITS A. Transmitter The KANNAD 406 AP-H is an ELT designed to be installed on board helicopters to transmit a distress signal on 3 frequencies: • 406 MHz (COSPAS-SARSAT frequency) for precise pinpointing and identification of the aircraft in distress.

  • Page 19: Design Features

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 4. Design features The KANNAD 406 AP-H is made of moulded plastic with excellent mechanical resistance (ASA/PC, light yellow colour). The housing is designed with no sharp edges. Figure 3: KANNAD 406 AP-H with mounting bracket...

  • Page 20: Compatibility List

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 5. Compatibility list A. Remote control panels (RCP) Orolia Designation Orolia Part Number RC100 KIT S1820513-03 RC150 KIT S1820513-07 RC200 S1820513-11 RC200-NVG S1820513-14 RC300 S1820513-09 RC400 S1820513-05 RC500-320 S1820513-02 RC600 NVG (Y) S1820513-12...

  • Page 21: External Antennas

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H D. External antennas Orolia Designation Manufacturer Orolia Part Number ANT560 DAYTON GRANGER 0145787 ELT 10-696-1 ANT410 DAYTON GRANGER 0145488 ELT 720063 ANT300 CHELTON 1327-82 0124220 ANT AV200 RAMI AV-200 0146150 ANT AV300 RAMI AV-300...
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  • Page 23: System Functional Description And Operation

    During the first 24 hours of operation, a digital message is transmitted on 406.025 MHz every 50 seconds. The output power on 406 MHz is 5 W. The KANNAD 406 AP-H can transmit two types of messages on 406 MHz: • 112 bits for a short message (identification only);...

  • Page 24: Controls

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 2. Controls The following controls are to be found on the ELT front panel (from left to right): 3-position switch ARM/OFF/ON; Red visual indicator; DIN 12 connector for connection to Remote Control Panel, CS144 interface module, dongle or programming equipment;...

  • Page 25: Working Mode Information

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 3. Working mode information The KANNAD 406 AP-H has 4 different modes: • Off. • Self-test (temporary mode). • Armed (standby mode to enable automatic activation by the shock sensor or by the remote control panel).
  • Page 26 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H C. Armed In order to enable activation by the G-Switch or with the Remote Control Panel, the ELT must be in standby mode with the switch in the "ARM" position This mode is mandatory during flight. The ELT should remain in the "ARM"...

  • Page 27: Autonomy

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 4. Autonomy The energy is provided by a battery pack composed of 3 LiMnO D cells (See pages 107 & 602 for Kit battery reference). Lithium cells, lithium batteries and equipment containing such batteries are subjected to regulations and classified under class 9 as from 1st of January 2003.

  • Page 28: Electrical Characteristics

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 5. Electrical characteristics Transmitter power supply: 3 x LiMnO D type cells. A. Electrical interface When installed on board, the ELT has to be connected: • to a Remote Control Panel via a DIN12 connector;...
  • Page 29 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 6. Technical Specifications TYPE G-SWITCH SENSOR • Three-frequency ELT Mechanical G-switch sensor at 45° (121.5 / 243.0 / 406.025 MHz) compliant with EUROCAE ED62 • Automatic fixed specifications. • COSPAS-SARSAT Class II BATTERY (-20°C to +55°C).

  • Page 30: Standby Mode For Automatic Activation

    - During transmission, buzzer operates and visual indicator flashes. C. Manual activation as survival ELT The KANNAD 406 AP-H can be used external the aircraft in survival version. A tether is used to fix the transmitter to a liferaft in case of ditching.

  • Page 31: Reset

    INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H Switch to "OFF". Disconnect the external antenna (ANT) and the Remote Control Panel (RC). Unfasten the Velcro® strap. Remove the transmitter and the auxiliary antenna from the bracket. Connect the auxiliary antenna (ANT).
  • Page 32 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK PAGE 110 JUL 24/2013...

  • Page 33: Installation / Removal

    Any change of ownership shall also be declared and registered with the local registration authority and with the distributor. The KANNAD 406 AP-H is fully compatible with the four programming protocols defined by the COSPAS-SARSAT C/S G005 document: • Serialised Number.
  • Page 34 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H updates its own memory with the identification data contained in the Programming Dongle memory. When the ELT is removed from the aircraft, it keeps its identification data. For maintenance purposes, it is possible to delete the identification information of the ELT by connecting a "Maintenance Dongle"...
  • Page 35 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 2. ELT Installation A. Installation recommandations "The ELT shall not be installed within 60cm (2 ft) of a compass or flux gate. The distance between ELT and antenna shall be determined so that, according ≤...
  • Page 36 The "Direction of Flight " arrow shall point towards the front or the bottom of the helicopter (and not pointing 45° downwards) with maximum tolerance of 15°: • If the KANNAD 406 AP-H is installed with the "Direction of Flight " arrow pointing towards the front of the helicopter, the ELT shall be mounted with the upper side pointing towards the top of the helicopter.
  • Page 37 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H Figure 203: Bracket installation PAGE 205 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 38 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H C. Transmitter and auxiliary antenna installation • Verify that the ELT identification label matches the aircraft tail number. • Mount the transmitter on the bracket. • Slide the self-stripping strap thought the buckle and fasten it tightly.
  • Page 39 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H Installation, controls and connectors) as shown Figure 2: ELT system description page Note regarding the external antenna: The specific installation (tightening torque, etc.) of the external antenna is not covered by this manual. Refer to antenna manufacturer's instructions. General...
  • Page 40 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 3. Antenna Installation The external antenna can be either of whip, rod or blade type according to aircraft speed. Use only approved antennas. Connection to the ELT will be carried out with a 50 Ohm coaxial cable (RG58 for example) ended with two male BNC connectors.
  • Page 41 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H Locate a position on the fuselage according to Refer to (2) RTCA DO-204 Requirements for ELT location, page 208: A double plate may be necessary for the antenna to meet rigidity specifications in Section (2) RTCA DO-204 Requirements for ELT location page 208.
  • Page 42 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 4. First power up Perform the following tests: ELT operational tests: • connect RCP to J1 and outside antenna to J2; • switch the ELT from OFF to ARM; • check that the Self-Test result is OK (one long flash).
  • Page 43 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H CHECK 1. Self-test A. Periodicity It is recommended by the manufacturer to test the ELT to detect any possible failure. It is recommended to perform a self-test once a month by pilot or maintenance personnel from the cockpit (Remote Control Panel) but it should not be done more than once a week.
  • Page 44 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 2. ELT operational tests A. Installation without programming dongle • connect RCP to J1 and outside antenna to J2; • switch the ELT from OFF to ARM; • check that the Self-Test result is OK (one long flash).
  • Page 45 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 3. RCP operational tests Check correct operation of RCP LED and external buzzer by switching ELT and RCP as described in the sequential procedure hereunder (with ELT switch in the "ARM" position). Figure 301: RCP LED and buzzer operation IMPORTANT: (2) before switching the RCP to ON, wait for the end of the self-test.
  • Page 46 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 4. 406 and 121.5 MHz transmission test A. ELT-Antenna link ELT -Antenna link can be checked by testing VSWR. Orolia S.A.S. recommends the use of SWR3000 VSWR meter manufactured by PROCOM or IFR 4000 Opt1 manufactured by AEROFLEX.
  • Page 47 (4) 3+4 flashes - No identification programmed refer to relevant CMM for tests and repair. Note: for CMM download and other servicing instructions, refer to Service & Support section of Kannad Aviation Web site: : http://www.kannadaviation.com 3. Other faults detected A. Buzzer...
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  • Page 49 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H SCHEMATICS & DIAGRAMS 1. Outline Dimensions Note: all dimensions are in millimeters (inches in bracket) PAGE 501 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 50 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 2. Drilling Mask PAGE 502 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 51 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 3. Wiring PAGE 503 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 52 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 4. ANT AV200, outline dimensions and drilling mask PAGE 504 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 53 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 5. ANT AV300, outline dimensions and drilling mask PAGE 505 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 54 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 6. ANT300, outline dimensions and drilling mask PAGE 506 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 55 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H 7. ANT 410, outline dimensions and drilling mask PAGE 507 JUL 24/2013...
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  • Page 57 Refer to CMM 25-63-01 or CMM 25-63-05. • Beacon Tightness CMM 25-63-01 or CMM 25-63-05. • "Testing and Fault Isolation" procedure as described in CMM 25-63-01. NOTE: • CMM 25-63-01: level 3 CMM, reserved for Kannad Aviation service stations only. PAGE 601 JUL 24/2013...
  • Page 58 INSTALLATION MANUAL OPERATION MANUAL KANNAD 406 AP-H • CMM 25-63-05: level 2 CMM, available upon request or on Kannad Aviation Website. C. Battery replacement Battery replacement is mandatory: • after more than 1 hour of real transmission (cumulated duration); • before or on the battery expiration date.
  • Page 60 Distributed by Manufactured by Orolia S.A.S Z.I. des Cinq Chemins CS10028 56520 GUIDEL - FRANCE Tél. / Phone : +33 (0) 2 97 02 49 49 Fax : +33 (0) 2 97 65 00 20 Web: http://www.kannadaviation.com A Company of the Orolia Group DOC06330E Ref.: 0143020E...

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