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453-2000 HANDHELD PROGRAMMER
OPERATIONS MANUAL
Document No.: 570-2000, Rev. E
Cobham Avionics
Artex Products
Proprietary Information
This document discloses subject matter in which Artex Aircraft Supplies, Inc. has proprietary rights.
Neither receipt nor possession thereof confers or transfers any right to reproduce or disclose the
document, any part thereof, any information therein, or any physical article or device, or practice any
method or process except by written permission from or written agreement with Artex Aircraft Supplies,
Inc.
Artex Aircraft Supplies, Inc.
doing business as Cobham Avionics
14405 Keil Road NE Aurora, Oregon 97002 USA
Phone 503-678-7929, Fax 503-678-7930
E-mail info@artex.net
www.artex.net

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  • Page 1 Artex Aircraft Supplies, Inc. Artex Aircraft Supplies, Inc. doing business as Cobham Avionics 14405 Keil Road NE Aurora, Oregon 97002 USA Phone 503-678-7929, Fax 503-678-7930 E-mail info@artex.net...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Revision History REVISION CHANGE DATE RELEASE 02-20-06 DCN 2803 07-10-06 DCN 2931 02-06-07 DCN 3059 08-09-07 DCN 3178 03-03-08 DCN 3275 08-14-08 DCN 3448 06-04-09 DCN 3466 08-10-09 DCN 3548 11-02-09 DCN 3357...
  • Page 3 570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Copyright Notice Meazura, Meazura Compatible, MEZ1000 and MZIO are all trademarks of ACEECA International, Ltd. Avionic Tools is a trademark of Avionic Tools, LLC, 88 South Edgewood Rd., Bedminster, NJ 07921. Palm, Palm OS, HotSync, Palm Powered logo, and PalmPrint are registered trademarks of PalmSource, Inc., or its affiliates;...
  • Page 4 570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual This page is blank Page iii...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................1 ........................1 PPLICATION ........................1 IFFERENCES ........................2 EATURES ......................... 2 UNCTIONALITY HARDWARE ........................4 ........................4 VERVIEW 2.1.1 Connections ....................... 4 2.1.2 Controls......................5 ......................... 5 ATTERY 2.2.1...
  • Page 6 570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual C406-N SERIES PA (PROGRAMMING ADAPTER) ............23 PA H ....................23 ARDWARE PERATION 5.1.1 With Cannon Plug Attached To PA..............23 5.1.2 Without Cannon Plug Attached To PA..............24 PA S ....................24...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    ELTs. In all instances where existing and/or previous Artex documentation makes reference to a 453-0131 Test Set, SARSAT Beacon Test Set, or 453-1000 ELT Test Set, the Artex Handheld Programmer P/N 453-2000 may be used as a direct substitute.

  • Page 8: Features

    NOTE: The Artex Handheld Programmer does not interface with the previous Artex Programming Software (510-0406) or Level Shifter (500-0232). Features The 453-2000 Handheld Programmer (Figure 1, on the next page) has the following features and capabilities:  Ability to program all Artex 406 MHz ELTs with supported protocols ...
  • Page 9 570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Figure 1: 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Page 3...

  • Page 10: Hardware

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Hardware The Handheld Programmer allows communication with any Artex 406 MHz ELT. It inverts and raises the data signal from the ELT to an RS-232 signal level. This enables the ELT to “talk”...

  • Page 11: Controls

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual 2.1.2 Controls The Meazura MEZ1000 is controlled with the buttons shown in Figure 3. Figure 3: Controls  The Power button is used to turn the unit off and on and, when pressed with the Backlight button, for reset functions described later in this manual.

  • Page 12: Installation

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Purchase a Li-Ion battery pack only when you need a replacement, thus ensuring you receive a fresh battery pack.    S top using the battery if it exhibits abnormal heat, odor, color, deformation or is in an abnormal condition.

  • Page 13: Charging

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual 2.2.4 Charging The lithium-ion battery can provide between 300-500 charge/discharge cycles. The lithium-ion battery is different from most other rechargeable batteries as charging from a partially charged battery keeps the battery in great condition, whereas other batteries prefer to be fully discharged each time before recharging.

  • Page 14: Recycle And Disposal Methods

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual 2.2.5 Recycle and Disposal Methods Lithium ion batteries, like all rechargeable batteries are recyclable and should be recycled. CAUTION : IF A BATTERY IS DAMAGED, OR IF IT NO LONGER HOLDS A CHARGE, DISPOSE OF IT PROMPTLY AND PROPERLY.

  • Page 15: Palm™ Desktop Software

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Palm™ Desktop Software Prior to use, the Palm™ Desktop, as supplied on the CD-ROM disc (Artex P/N 510-1200), must be installed on the Windows 95/NT/98/2000/Me/XP PC that will be used to interface with the Handheld Programmer.

  • Page 16: Artex Programming Software

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Artex Programming Software The following subsections describe the functionality and operation of the Artex programming software. Overview The Artex software is a custom package designed to simplify reading and programming data to and from Artex ELTs. The Artex software builds a custom 406 MHz hex message for the user from simple data input provided by the user.

  • Page 17: Programmer Database

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual 2. Tap “Prefs” on the drop-down menu and select the following preferences, as applicable:  24-Bit Address Format – Select either Octal or Hex  Label Writer – Select Dymo or Brady/Datamax ...
  • Page 18 570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Table 1 provides data for programming ELTs with certain protocol types. This information is not used in all protocol types; hence, programming software may not ask for this information. The Artex Programming Software divides the ELTs into the following families: ...
  • Page 19 570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual ELT Part Baud COSPAS- Programmed Supported Model Sequence Production Description Number Rate SARSAT # Serial # Protocols # Range # Range C406 Series (cont.) Std Location 453-5003 C406-1HM 9600 Aviation User 0-1638...
  • Page 20 570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual ELT Part Baud COSPAS- Programmed Supported Model Sequence Production Description Number Rate SARSAT # Serial # Protocols # Range # Range B406 Series (cont.) Aviation User Same as 453-0005 B406-A 2400 unit label...
  • Page 21 570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual ELT Part Baud COSPAS- Programmed Supported Model Sequence Production Description Number Rate SARSAT # Serial # Protocols # Range # Range ME406 Series (cont.) Std Location Aviation User Serial User 453-6604 ME406HM...

  • Page 22: Country Code Database

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Country Code Database The Handheld Programmer is loaded at Artex with a Country Code Database to be used with the Artex software. This database contains all listed countries assigned a three- digit Maritime Identification Digit (MID) by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and ICAO.

  • Page 23: Aviation User / Tail Number (Short)

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual  Std Location / ELT Serial (Long)  Ntl Location/ELT Serial (Long) 4.7.1 Aviation User / Tail Number (Short) Select ELT Baud rate. Select Protocol. Select Country Code. Go to Graffiti screen and tap on letter/numbers.

  • Page 24: Serial User / Aircraft 24-Bit Addr (Short)

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual 4.7.3 Serial User / Aircraft 24-Bit Addr (Short) Select ELT Baud rate. Select Protocol. NOTE: Country Code will be blank. It will be automatically selected by entry of a valid 24-Bit Aircraft Address.

  • Page 25: Serial User / Aircraft Operator Designator (Short)

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Enter number of additional ELTs.  This particular number field represents the number of additional ELTs on board an aircraft, beyond the primary ELT.  Enter “0” if there is only one ELT on-board, and “1”, “2”, etc., corresponding to the number of additional ELTs installed on the aircraft.

  • Page 26: Std Location / Aircraft 24-Bit Address (Long)

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Tap “Done” when finished. Tap “ENTER” button on Program screen. The 32-digit hex code is shown at the bottom of the screen, with the abbreviated 15-digit hex code below it. Tap the “Program” button to program the ELT.

  • Page 27: National Location / Elt Serial (Long)

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Tap “ENTER” button on Program screen. The 32-digit hex code is shown at the bottom of the screen, with the abbreviated 15-digit hex code below it. Tap the “Program” button to program the ELT.

  • Page 28: Programming Conclusion

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Programming Conclusion After programming an ELT with any of the protocols listed in Subsection 4.7, the “Programming Successful” screen will be displayed (Figure 10). Figure 10: Programming Successful Screen Proceed to Section 6, Programming Verification. The programming may be printed now, but it is recommended the ELT be verified first.

  • Page 29: C406-N Series Pa (Programming Adapter)

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual C406-N Series PA (Programming Adapter) The C406-N series ELTs offer an accessory programming adapter (PA) designed to reprogram the attached ELT to match the programming contained within the programming adapter. This feature is used by fleet operators to facilitate ELT exchange for maintenance purposes.

  • Page 30: Without Cannon Plug Attached To Pa

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual 5.1.2 Without Cannon Plug Attached To PA Communication between the PA and the Handheld Programmer requires translation by the Programmable Adapter - Programmer Interface (PA-PI), P/N 500-8000. To program a PA, attach it to the PA-PI, using the six wires coming from the PA.

  • Page 31: Programming Verification

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Programming Verification Artex requires that a verification test as described in the following subsections be performed. All testing should be done inside some type of metal enclosure that will attenuate any radio frequency emissions. It is possible for the 406 MHz transmission to reach an SAR satellite if the signal is not attenuated or shielded.

  • Page 32: Message Display

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Figure 14: Avionic Tools Screen 4. The screen will display “Waiting for Data”, as shown in Figure 15, until a valid ELT transmission is received. Figure 15: Waiting for Data Screen 5. Perform a “Self Test” of the ELT by turning the ELT local or remote switch from “OFF/ARMED”...

  • Page 33: Reader Database

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Sarsat Beacon Reader Beacon ID = 2DC75B534AFFBFF Message Type = Normal, Long Country = 366 USA Aviation ELT S/N = 6521 Type Approval # = 135 Position = N43º 30' 0" W63º 45' 0"...

  • Page 34: Elt Reader Preferences

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual The number of records kept can be changed by selecting “Prefs” from the initial Sarcalc screen (Subsection 6.5). The database can be erased by deleting the database “SarcalcDB” from the main Meazura screen, as shown in Figure 18.

  • Page 35: Sarcalc Desktop

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual The print function relies on the Stevens Creek Software application PalmPrint or SCSPrint. Either PalmPrint.prc or SCSPrint.prc must be installed on the base Meazura unit for printing to function. PalmPrint or SCSPrint are available from: Stevens Creek Software, LLC P.O.

  • Page 36: Label And Report Printing

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Label and Report Printing After successfully programming and verifying the ELT, tap the “Print” button for the following options (Figure 20):  15-Digit Hex ID label  Country Code label  Combined label (ME406 series) ...

  • Page 37: Label Printing

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual The cable and adapter are not supplied or available from Artex. For a serial cable (P/N MEZCAB1SER), contact Aceeca International, Ltd at www.aceeca.com. The DB-9 male-to-male adapter (gender changer) is available from most electronic or computer suppliers.
  • Page 38 570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual The print function relies on the Stevens Creek Software application PalmPrint or SCS PrintServer. Either PalmPrint.prc or SCSPrint.prc must be installed on the base Meazura MEZ1000 for printing to function. PalmPrint or SCSPrint are available from: Stevens Creek Software, LLC P.O.

  • Page 39: Labeling Requirements

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Labeling Requirements Reprogramming any ELT or C406-N series PA makes the existing 15-digit hex code label obsolete. A new 15-digit hex code label must replace the old one, as ELT labeling must reflect the programming inside.

  • Page 40: Civil Aviation Authority Registration Requirements

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Civil Aviation Authority Registration Requirements After obtaining the proper 15-digit hex code as described in this manual, it is essential the ELT be registered. Registration forms for the US can be obtained from Artex, by contacting NOAA at 1-888-212-SAVE, or by visiting their web site www.sarsat.noaa.gov...

  • Page 41: Specifications And Calibration

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Specifications and Calibration The following subsections provide specifications and calibration information. 10.1 Meazura MEZ1000 Specifications Operating System: Palm OS 4.1.2 Memory: 16MB SDRAM, 4MB Flash Display: 160x160 pixel grayscale, backlit Communications: USB (cable provided) Serial (1.2-115Kbs)

  • Page 42: Components And Optional Equipment

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Components and Optional Equipment The following subsections provide information on system component part numbers and optional equipment. 11.1 System Component Part Numbers The Artex Handheld Programmer is being offered as a complete kit (455-9181) with the following parts: 1 ea.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Troubleshooting The following subsections provide troubleshooting and technical assistance information. 12.1 Trouble Shooting Guide The following table provides user troubleshooting guidelines. For problems beyond the scope of this guide, contact Artex for return instructions.

  • Page 44: Warranty Information

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Warranty Information The Handheld Programmer is covered by the Artex Limited Avionics Warranty for 24 months. See “Artex Warranty Statement” (document # 560-0102) on the Artex web site at www.artex.net for more details.

  • Page 45: Index

    570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual Index —A— —O— Aceeca, 2, 35 Optional Equipment, 36 Application, 1 Artex software, 10 —P— —B— Part Numbers, 36 Preferences, Programmer, 10 Battery life, 35 Preferences, Reader, 28 Printers, 30 Printing Labels, 30 —C—...

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