ADS-B IDN Abbreviations and Acronyms Abbreviation Meaning ASCS Airport Surface Cooperative Sensor Air Situation Display Asterix Standard data format of Eurocontrol BIOS Basic Input-Output System BVIM Block of Videosignal Inputs Civil Aviation Authority Compact Disc COTS Commercial Of The Shelf Central Processing Unit Downlink Format;...
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User Datagram Protocol / Internet Protocol; Data Transfer UDP/IP Protocol Uplink Format; type of mode S message sent from ground to aircraft Unified Format Era; Proprietary data format of ERA Universal Serial Bus Video Graphic Array Instructions for Operations, Maintenance and Repairs EG0130A00072_02...
Operation of the System ..............12 Starting and Stopping the System ................ 12 Supervision ......................17 Output Data ......................17 ADS-B System User Interface ............18 Era Display Application ..................18 ADS-B System Monitoring Application ..............18 5.2.1 Start the System Monitoring Application ...............18 5.2.2 Input Monitor.........................19...
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ADS-B IDN 7.6.2 Damaged Paint Repair ....................57 7.6.3 Checking the External Cables for Damaging and Fastening ........57 7.6.4 Inner Spaces Checking and Ma i n t e n a n c e o f t h e C a s e s ........58 7.6.5 Checking the Case Internal Cabling for Damaging and Fastening .......58 7.6.6...
Instructions for Operations, Maintenance and Repairs Breif System description The Era ADS-B system is a high performance and cost effective system dedicated to provide surveillance data of all Extended Mode S transponder equipped aircraft, vehicles and other targets in air or on the airport surface. The system offers highly efficient and comprehensive solution for the airport area.
ADS-B IDN Introduction Safety Instructions Delivery and Installation of the System Operation of the System MSS System User Interface Maintenance Working Procedures MSS System Failure Localization Optical Link Tester OLT SM1 Installation and System Parts Assembly Check Records into the Operation Records Book Instructions to Fill the Failure Report Form Address of Service Organisations References...
ADS-B IDN Safety Instructions Potential Danger that Ma y Arise w hen Working w ith the ADS-B System Performed Kind of Danger Place where danger may arise activities Operator's No danger attendance Maintenance Injury due to and repairs electric current Inner space of the power supply of the RXS.
The equipment insulation resistance complies with the CSN EN 60950 standard. WARNING ERA a.s. guarantee the above electric safety measures on condition the equipment and its parts are being switched ON / OFF by the prescribed instructions and that the National regulation for the safety in works with electric equipment are ensured.
Only persons in charge and acquainted with this document may work on the equipment. ERA a.s. shall not be taken responsible for any material or equipment damages, or a personal injury, caused by any unauthorised operation. Instructions for Operations, Maintenance and Repairs...
ADS-B IDN Delivery and Installation of the System The system is delivered with installed software configured in manufacturer’s settings. System installation shall be done according to the installation project. Installation is done by main contractor of the system under the supervision of the system supplier.
ADS-B IDN Operation of the System The ADS-B system is strongly reccommended to be operated according to the instructions (directives) of the manufacturer. Only the software delivered or authorised by the manufacturer, installed and configured according to the manufacturer´s instructions, may be applied in the system.
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ADS-B IDN Figure 1 UPS in the rack 3. Switch on Power Unit After the UPS is fully booted and in normal operation status, switch on the Power Unit which is above the UPS, as shown in the figure below. After two seconds, the LED light on the right side of the Power Unit will be on.
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ADS-B IDN Figure 2 Switch on Power Unit 4. Swtich on the RPU. Locate the switch of the RPU, as shown in the figure below. Switch it on and RPU starts. Instructions for Operations, Maintenance and Repairs EG0130A00072_02 14 /75...
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ADS-B IDN Figure 3 Power Switch of RPU 5. RPU computers are automatically started when the ground station is started. Starting LCMS and RCMS Press the Start button on the computer front panel. Stopping RPU Warning: To turn off the ground station, all RPUs in a ground station must be shut down softly according to the following procedures.
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ADS-B IDN 3. In the opened window, double click the link to the Remote Desktop of the RPU which you want to connect. 4. When the RPU is connected, a log in window will pop up for user name and password to that RPU.
ADS-B IDN 5. Type in user name and password. The default values are “admin”, “admin”, respectively, and press “OK”. 6. In the Remote Desktop, click on “start”, select “Run”, and type in the command shown below. 7. Wait for two or three minutes, the RPU computer will switch off. 8.
Era Display Application Please see the referenced document. ADS-B System Monitoring Application Era ADS-B ground station is equiped with a system monitoring applicaiton, which oversees the performance of the modules of the system and displays the status to a user.
ADS-B IDN and connect to the RPU shortly after it starts, the browser will probably be unable to open the web application, or some parts of the system will show Red color indicating non-normal status. Please wait till all components of the system are running in normal mode.
ADS-B IDN The third line shows the status of inbed software which is a set of procedures that run in the RPU. The set of procedures are configured to start automatically when the RPU is booted. Click on the blue arrow besides “OK”, it will lead you to a new web page when the status of each procedure is shown.
ADS-B IDN The first line shows the model name of the UPS. The second line shows the IP address of the UPS. The third line shows the percentage of battery capacity of the UPS. And the last line shows the number of minutes left to run on battery should the mains power is out.
The set of configuration includes: System Parameter Configuration, Display Application Configuration, and Communication Configuration. NOTE: RPUs of Era ADS-B ground station are protected by EWF (Enhanced Writer Filter) application, which is used to protect the operating systems and applications from unauthorized changes and viruses.
ADS-B IDN Authorized users who conduct legitimate maitenance of the system software and configuration must disable EWF before any changes to an RPU is made. 5.4.1 Procedures of Turning off EWF After logging into the RPU from an LCMS or an RCMS, look for a shortcut icon on the desktop of the RPU labeled as „EWF Off“, as shown in the figure below.
5.4.2 Changing RPU Network Setup Era ADS-B systems usually are running on a newtwork, even if they are designed to be able to work as a stand-alone ground station with an LCMS to display and monitor. To register an ADS-B system to a network, proper network configuration is a must.
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ADS-B IDN Set up the TCP/IP properties according to the assigned network configuration, for example: IP address 192.168.31.65 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.240 Default Gateway 192.168.31.30 Click OK to close TCP/IP Properties window, and click OK to close LAN1 Properties window. At the moment, RPU starts changing its network setting, and soon the LCMS or the RCMS will lose the Remote Desktop connection to that RPU.
ADS-B IDN On the popped up window, type “ping 172.20.104.105”, and hit “Enter” key, reply information from 172.20.104.105 should be shown. The new TCP/IP properties are supposed to be the values in the table below. New Setting LCMS IP Address 192.168.31.65 192.168.31.69 Subnet Mask...
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RPU which you would like to configure. Under that RPU folder, there is a shared directory named as ERA, and double click it into the directory. Then double click the directory “cfg”, and copy the file “mss.cfg”...
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ADS-B IDN 5.4.3.2 Configure SIC and SAC SAC is System Area Code, and SIC is System Identification Code. They are specified by a data fusion provider to distinguish different surveillance data feeders. To modify the default values of SIC and SAC, press Ctr+F in Notepad, or select Edit->Find in the menu to open the Find window, as shown below.
ADS-B IDN Modify the values of latitude, longtitude and height between the tag pairs of <Latitude></Latitude>, <Longitude></Longitude> and <Height></Height>, and save the changes. 5.4.3.4 Upload the Modified Configuration File to RPU After configure the system parameter values in the mss.cfg file, it needs to be applied to the RPU to be effective.
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ADS-B IDN 5.4.4.1 Download the Configuration File To download the configuration file “mss.cfg” from the RPU computer of interest, please follow the procedure described in section 5.4.1. The file should be downloaded to a local folder of a LCMS or RCMS. 5.4.4.2 Configure Multicast IP Addresses and Port Numbers Use Notepad to open the downloaded mss.cfg file.
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ADS-B IDN Modify the IP address and the Port number as assigned by network administrator. Please note that the port number is in decimal format. Save the change and upload the configuration file back to the RPU computer. 5.4.4.3 Configure UPS IP address and UPS SNMP Connection On an LCMS or an RCMS, open a web browser such as Firefox, type in the IP address of the target UPS and hit “Enter”...
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ADS-B IDN If there is no problem with the network connection, and the UPS is running, the first page of the UPS management should be displayed, as below. It shows all of the basic information of the current running status. To setup a UPS unit on a network, two configurations need to be done.
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From an LCMS, remotely log into the RPU which connects to the UPS. Disable EWF filter as described in section 5.4.2. Open the mss.cfg file which is located under the folder: c:\program files\Era\RPU\cfg. Hit “ctrl+F” to open “Find” window, or select “Edit”-> “Find”. Type in “UPS”, and select “Match Case”, then click “Find Next”.
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ADS-B IDN When it is found, scroll down to find the UPS IP address from where the RPU looks for SNMP information. Change the address to the proper IP address of the UPS unit. Save the change to the file mss.cfg. Instructions for Operations, Maintenance and Repairs EG0130A00072_02 34 /75...
ADS-B IDN 5.4.5 Display Parameters Configuration To properly display ADS-B targets on Era Display application, proper configuration of Display is required. The basic configuration for Display to work includes communication setup and map setup. 5.4.5.1 Communication Setup Open the Display application, and click “Options” on the left bar. The window of “Options”...
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Then click “OK” to close the window. 5.4.5.2 Map Setup A LCMS or a RCMS computer is used to display the detected ADS-B targets. Era Display application must have properly configured map file and map center to display the received data stream.
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Save the changes and close the file. To load the map file or other map background files, click in “\map” folder under “C:\Program Files\Era\MT\display” directory, and copy and paste the map files in the “map” folder. Open Display application, click on the icon shown below pointed by a red arrow to open a drop list of background files in “display\map”...
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ADS-B IDN Close Display application, and reopen it to make the change effective. Next, click “Stations” on the left side bar. A window of station list will pop up, and you can add, delete, or edit stations. A station is a dedicated connection to a specific RPU by assigning the corresponding SIC and SAC values.
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ADS-B IDN Right click on one of the stations, and select “Edit Station”. The property window of the selected station is opened as the figure below. Instructions for Operations, Maintenance and Repairs EG0130A00072_02 39 /75...
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ADS-B IDN Specify the values of SAC and SIC to receive the ASTERIX data from the desired source. Modify the latitude and the longitude values to reflect the location of the RPU which outputs the data to the station. Click “OK” to save changes and close the window. Instructions for Operations, Maintenance and Repairs EG0130A00072_02 40 /75...
ADS-B IDN Maintenance The maintenance serves for keeping the system parameters within the specified values range for the technical durability life. For the whole warranty period of the system, the system owner is obliged to perform the maintenance on regular basis according to this Instruction provided such a duty is not expressly cancelled by the warranty conditions.
ADS-B IDN Tab. 6-1 Maintenance Time Schedule Kind of To be performed Duration Period maintenance daily 10 min 3 months 0,5h 6 months 1h** 1 year 2h** ** This time period does not include the time for the UPS check. The UPS check shall be performed according to the manufacturer´s instructions.
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ADS-B IDN principle, hardware of computers is selected so that it shall be compatible with applied software and hardware. Accidentally selected computer might cause malfunction of the ADSB IDN system. 6.2.2.1 How to Replace a RPU computer? 1. How to remove an existing RPU? A working RPU installed in the rack should look like the picture below.
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ADS-B IDN Use a screwdriver to loose the screws on the three corners of the RPU. Then press down the white botton, at the same time press down the lock. The RPU unit will come off, then getently move it out. Instructions for Operations, Maintenance and Repairs EG0130A00072_02 44 /75...
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ADS-B IDN 6.2.2.2 How to test whether it is the flash card which is broken or the RPU unit is broken? If an RPU is not online after long enough time since it is powered up, several things are possible reasons. Please follow the procedures below to investigate the issues.
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ADS-B IDN Then switch on the power to the RPU, Windows will boot. If Windows can’t boot at this phase, use another working card to replace the current card and try to switch on the RPU again. If the new card still cannot boot, the RPU unit is broken and needs to be replaced by a spare part.
ADS-B IDN 6.2.2.3 If the flash card is broken, how to make a new flash card with back-up data? 6.2.2.4 If the RPU unit is broken, how to use a spare RPU with the existing flash card? If an RPU unit is broken, remove it from the processing module, and insert the replacing one into the module.
ADS-B IDN Maintenance 6.3.1 Maitenance RM Activity Procedure Checking the system function of the system using the Management System program. 6.3.2 Maintenance M1 It is performed once in three months at the rack, RXS workplace and at the LCMS/RCMS stations. Only the trained operators are allowed to perform the works.
ADS-B IDN Activity Procedure Inspection of the trouble-free operation of the equipment both See chapter by visual evaluation of the display and by the empirical inspection of the signal rate from RXS. Cleaning up and maintaining of the surfaces and working See chapter areas (keyboards, monitors, PC etc.) from dust and impurities –...
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ADS-B IDN Table 6-3 List of performed works of M3 Activity Procedure Inspection of the trouble-free operation of the equipment See chapter both by visual evaluation of the display and by the empirical inspection of the signal rate from RXS.. Cleaning up and maintaining of the surfaces and working See chapter areas (keyboards, monitors, PC etc.) from dust and...
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ADS-B IDN Activity Procedure 19.a Cleaning and maintaining of the external surfaces of the See chapters power supply cases and the repair of the paints on case 7.6.1, 7.6.2 surface and stands. 19.b Checking the external cabling for damaging, bedding and See chapter fastening.
ADS-B IDN Working Procedures Cleaning and Maintaining of the Working Area Surfaces 1) Wipe off the monitor screens or working parts of the keyboards with the moist (but not wet) cloth. 2) It is possible to use the vacuum cleaner for cleaning, if necessary. Cleaning and Maintaining of the RACK Case Surface 1) Wipe off the external surface of the case including the fan covers and shielded filters with the moist (but not wet) cloth.
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ADS-B IDN BLACK BOX ServSwitch Instructions for Operations, Maintenance and Repairs EG0130A00072_02 54 /75...
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ADS-B IDN Fig. 1 RACK Case – Block Layout Instructions for Operations, Maintenance and Repairs EG0130A00072_02 55 /75...
ADS-B IDN Dust Catcher Filters Cleaning / Replacement in the RACK Case The procedure is the same for the fan and for the shielded filter: 1) Remove the plastic fan cover (or the shielded filter) by means of the cut- outs on the lower part of the cover.
ADS-B IDN And as well, a special care should be taken to the control elements of each block in order not to change the function of the block, or a system as a whole. 2) The vacuum cleaner can be used for cleaning if necessary. Maintenance of the Power Supply of the Receiving of the Transmitting Stations and RACK Cases Bloks 7.6.1...
ADS-B IDN once of the same type. Inspect the external cables of the antenna system and antenna´s power supply. 7.6.4 Inner Spaces Checking and Maintenance of the Cases Clean the inner space by the means of the vacuum cleaner and the brush. Check the space for appearance of water leakage.
ADS-B IDN Further inspect and repair the mechanical fastening of the cables to the bearing parts of the case construction. 7.6.11 Checking the Internal Cabling and Inner Parts inside the Power Supplies for Damaging, Bedding and Fastening Check the insulation of the conductors inside the case for damage. Check all terminals of the cabling for tightening (circuit breakers, overvoltage protection, heating etc.).
ADS-B IDN 2. In the LCMS/RCMS, it is possible to check the status of the software running at the RPU. 7.8.2 LCMS/RCMS Computer Check The following questions must be answered positively to say that the LCMS/RCMS computer is running OK and it is doing what it should do: 1.
ADS-B IDN 7.10 Test of Integrity The integrity test is permanently running and cannot be switched off. Results of the Integrity Test are displayed in the Management System (see Management System – Users Guide). Signal rate and accuracy of site monitor positions are tested. Coordinates of the transponders, position error threshold signaling and low rate threshold signaling are set-up in adaptation data.
ADS-B IDN Installation and System Parts Assembly Check Netw ork Communication Check 8.1.1 LAN Card Diagnostics The basic diagnostics of the LAN card is provided by Windows and is available on the console of all computers within the MSS system. On the taskbar, in the right chapter, double click the “Network Connection”...
ADS-B IDN 8.1.4 Network Interface Card (NIC) Diagnostics The basic diagnostics of the NIC is provided by the operating system and is available on the console of all computers within the ADS-B system. 1. On the taskbar, in the right chapter, double click the „ “...
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ADS-B IDN Mounting procedure: To mount the SSR antenna make equivalent steps of dismounting procedure in the reverse order, i.e. from 3) to 1). After connecting the cable to the antenna isolate connector with 3M SEALING 98-KC11 (see Fig. 3 Isolation of the connector). Fig.
ADS-B IDN Records into the Operation Records Book General Information of the Records The Duty to Maintain the Records in the Operation Records Book NOTE Optional record It is possible to make any other records into the Operation Records Book. It is recommended to make the records readable in clear speech and provided the date, hour, status of the operational hours counter, name and signature of the record author.
ADS-B IDN 9.1.2 Reports Sent to the Manufacturer Send reports or information to the address of the manufacturer as per the Chapter 11 Address of Service Organisations. This address is as well as applicable for sending failed parts for repair. To report failures of the equipment, use the Report form (see Chapter 0).
ADS-B IDN This Operation Records Book contains <number> sheets numbered in advance and were taken into use on <date> at <time>. In <place> on <date> <signature of person responsible for the equipment operation>" This record shall be underlined with the line drawn over the entire width of the page.
ADS-B IDN 9.1.9 Record of the Failure Detection “On <date> at <time>, status of the operational hours counter <figure>, the following indication of failure was found out: <description of the indication>. The failure <was/ was not> located by the operating staff in <location of the failure>.
ADS-B IDN In the case the result is not complying, a report about this fact shall be sent to the manufacturer. 9.1.13 Record of the Service Action If the service of the manufacturer or an authorised organisation performs works on the equipment, then a record of performed works is also put into the Operation Records Book and will be clearly marked with the word "SERVICE".
ADS-B IDN 9.1.18 Adaptation Data Exchange Record On the <station> the adaptation data change was made on <date> at <time>. The file change was made in the <file> and the value <[Section]> <Parameter> was changed from the <original value> to the <New value>.
ADS-B IDN Instructions to Fill the Failure Report Form 10.1 In General The Failure Report serves to better specify failures on blocks or parts sent for repair and further the reports support continuous evaluation of the failure rate. In any case of failure the operating staff shall perform a record to the Operational Records Book and fill the Failure Report form according to instructions given in the documentation.
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ADS-B IDN Box No. 3 Sequence number: Fill the sequence number under which the failure is recorded in the Operational Records Book. Box No. 4 Location: Fill the location of the system installation. In the following box circle the sign of the station in the system. Box No.
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ADS-B IDN FAILURE REPORT form – 1 page NOTE This failure report includes the information of the MSS-A PEKADS-B IDN system and serves as a guide to fill in only!! 1. Equipment TYPE 2. Serial number F A I L U R E R E P O R T P3D - AS 06C16 Station Designation (please circle the concrete station...
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ADS-B IDN FAILURE REPORT form – 2 page Repair executed by: ERA a.s. Customer Repair description : probable fault source, repair procedure, information resulting from repair: Defective part, its position: Date: Name: Signature: Diagnostics: Replacement, repair: Hour: Minute: Hour: Minute:...
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