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PS Engineering PMA8000B--MP3 Installation And Operation Manual

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Audio Selector Panel with Marker Beacon Receiver
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System Installation and Operation Manual
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  • Page 1 Any reproduction or retransmittal of this publication, or any portion thereof, without the expressed written permission of PS Engineering, Inc. is strictly prohibited. For further information contact the Publications Manager at PS Engineering, Inc., 9800 Martel Road, Lenoir City, TN 37772. Phone (865) 988-9800, email contact@ps-engineering.com.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Section I – GENERAL INFORMATION....................... 1-1 INTRODUCTION............................1-1 SCOPE ................................1-1 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION........................1-1 APPROVAL BASIS ............................1-2 SPECIFICATIONS............................1-2 EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED ..........................1-4 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED..................1-4 OPTIONAL ITEMS ............................1-4 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS........................1-4 Section II - INSTALLATION ..........................
  • Page 3 PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual SCOPE ................................3-1 (XMT) S (2) ..................3-1 OMMUNICATIONS RANSMIT ELECTION (4) ............................3-2 UDIO ELECTOR (TEL) (9)............................3-2 ELEPHONE (5) ........................... 3-3 PEAKER MPLIFIER (10)........................3-3...

  • Page 4: Section I - General Information

    Before installing and/or using this product, please read this manual completely. This will ensure that you will take full advantage of all the advanced features in the PMA8000B-MP3. SCOPE This manual provides detailed installation and operation instructions for the PS Engineering PMA8000B- MP3-series of Audio Selector Panel/Intercom Systems. This includes the following units: Model...

  • Page 5: Approval Basis

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual porates pilot isolate, all and crew modes, two independent stereo music inputs with "SoftMute™". Inter- com volume control is through two concentric front panel knobs and a pushbutton intercom mode switch.
  • Page 6 PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual Audio Selector Specifications 510 Ω Audio selector panel input impedance: Input Isolation: -60 dB (min.) Speaker Muting: -60 dB (min.) Speaker Output (into 4 Ω) with no clipping 3 Watts (min.)

  • Page 7: Equipment Supplied

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED 1 ea. of the following units: Model Description Part Number PMA8000B-MP3 PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Panel with Marker Beacon and Stereo 050-890-0602 intercom, includes internal 1G MP3 Player...

  • Page 8: Section Ii - Installation

    Section 1.6 (B). If any claim is to be made, save the shipping material and contact the freight carrier. Do NOT return units damaged in shipping to PS Engineering. If the unit or ac- cessories show any sign of external shipping damage, contact PS Engineering to arrange for a replacement.

  • Page 9: Audio Panel Tray And Connector Assembly

    It is imperative that correct wire be used. Refer to FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-2B for more information. Failure to use correct techniques may result in improper operation, electrical noise or unit failure. Damage caused by improper installation will void the PS Engineering warranty. 2.4.1 Noise Due to the variety and the high power of radio equipment often found in today's general aviation aircraft, there is a potential for both radiated and conducted noise interference.

  • Page 10: Existing Gma340 Installation

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual 2.4.1.1 Music Inputs and Noise PMA8000B-MP3 units above Serial Number J01861 utilize a differential input to help prevent noise from entering the music system. This feature is usually transparent to the installer, however, it is important that the appropriate music signal and ground connections are made directly to the dedicated music signal and ground inputs on the PMA8000B-MP3.

  • Page 11: Tel (Duplex) Function For Cell Phones

    Unauthorized use of unapproved cellular telephone devices in aircraft is subject to FCC enforcement ac- tion, which may include a $10,000 fine per incident. PS Engineering, Inc. does not endorse using unap- proved cellular telephone equipment in flight, and takes no responsibility for the user’s action.

  • Page 12: Backlighting

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual yoke to change transceivers. The transfer of TX indication from Com 1 to Com 2 shows that the swap has been initiated; there is no dedicated swap indicator.

  • Page 13: Public Address Mode

    MIL-spec cable as shown. Connect the shields at the audio panel end only, and tie to the audio low inputs as shown. NOTE The intercom harness can be custom made by PS Engineering, Inc. Simply call the factory or www.ps- engineering.com to obtain a wire harness work sheet.

  • Page 14: Entertainment Muting

    In units above serial number J01861, the pilot and copilot can hear the Function Key annunciations. If the customer wants to exclude IRS and function key annunciation playback from the copilot position, contact PS Engineering for more information. 2.5.4 Playback button Installation Internal Recorder can be played back from the front panel.

  • Page 15: Marker Beacon Installation

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual can be located anywhere in cockpit convenient to the pilot's reach. The switch should be connected to pin 22 of J2 of the PMA8000B-MP3, and ground. 2.6 Marker Beacon Installation 2.6.1...

  • Page 16: Communications Antenna Installation Notes

    It is probable that radio interference will occur in the split mode when the frequencies of the two air- craft radios are adjacent, and/or the antennas are physically close together. PS Engineering makes no expressed or implied warranties regarding the suitability of the PMA8000B-MP3 in Split Mode.

  • Page 17: Pma8000B-Mp3 Pin Assignments

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual 2.9 PMA8000B-MP3 Pin assignments Function Function Mkr Ant Pilot Phones Low Mkr Ant Low Copilot Phones Low Telephone Audio in Copilot Phones (L) Telephone Low Copilot Phones (R)

  • Page 18: Post Installation Checkout

    After wiring is complete, verify power is ONLY on pins 8 and 9 of the J2 and airframe ground on connec- tor pins 10 and 11. Failure to do so will cause serious internal damage and void PS Engineering's war- ranty.

  • Page 19: Marker Checkout

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual 13. Push the SPR button. Verify that all selected audio is heard in the cockpit speaker. Verify that the au- dio mutes when the mic is keyed.
  • Page 20 Complete documentation that may be required, such as a logbook entry, weight and balance computation and FAA Form 337. Sample text for FAA Form 337, and instructions for continuing airworthiness can be found in Appendix F. Return completed warranty registration application to PS Engineering, or complete online at www.ps-engineering.com.

  • Page 21: Section Iii Operation

    ERATION 3.1 SCOPE This section provides detailed operating instructions for the PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3, Audio Se- lector Panel/Marker Beacon Receiver/Intercom Systems. Please read it carefully before using the equip- ment so that you can take full advantage of its capabilities.

  • Page 22: Audio Selector (4)

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual dio. In normal (not split) modes, the PMA8000B-MP3 gives priority to the pilot’s radio Push-To-Talk (PTT). If the copilot it transmitting, and the pilot presses his PTT, the pilot’s microphone will be heard over the se- lected com transmitter.

  • Page 23: Speaker Amplifier (5)

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual 3.5 Speaker Amplifier (5) The SPR in the lower right section stands for speaker. This switch will place all selected audio on the cockpit speaker when this switch is selected. Except for the unswitched audio, the speaker amplifier is not active in the "Split Mode”.

  • Page 24: Intercom Operation

    Therefore, it may not recognize speech and clip syllables in a quiet cabin, such as in the hangar, or without the engine running. This is normal. For optimum microphone performance, PS Engineering recommends installation of a Microphone Muff Kit from Oregon Aero (1-800-888-6910). This will not only optimize VOX performance, but will improve the overall clarity of all your communications.

  • Page 25: Intercom Modes (8)

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual unless they switch to the “MONO” mode on the headset. PS Engineering modifies headsets to add stereo capability, using high-fidelity speakers. Contact factory for details. 3.7.3 Intercom Modes (8) The “ICS”...

  • Page 26: Utility Jack

    Installation and Operator’s Manual Because the cell phone uses an intercom circuit, all stations on that circuit will lose intercom capability when the cell phone is in use. PS Engineering does not guarantee compatibility with personal cellular telephones. Visit www.ps-engineering.com for a list of phones that have been tested.

  • Page 27: Music Input

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual NOTE The front jack is no substitute for the certified installation of alerts such as the GPS waypoint or autopilot tones. These still must be hard wired into the back by your installer.

  • Page 28: Function "A

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual These functions are non-essential and non-required and as such are only an accessory capability. They don’t affect the audio panel’s primary function as a selector panel, aircraft intercom, or marker beacon re- ceiver.
  • Page 29 PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual Passengers Passengers Passengers Music 2 Music 1 Music 1 Copilot Pilot & Copilot Pilot & Copilot Music 1 Pilot Music Distribution dependent Music Distribution dependent/ Music Distribution dependent/...

  • Page 30: Mp3 Music Controls (Pma8000B-Mp3 Mp3 -0602 Only )

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual 3.11 MP3 Music Controls Above the top row of buttons are icons that relate to the MP3 player operation. Below the Shift/Function legends, you’ll see a row of blue legends that refer to MP3 files and volume controls.

  • Page 31: Internal Recorder

    30 seconds of audio. The pilot and copilot hear the playback. It is also possible to modify the unit to exclude the copilot from the playback, and annunciation playback. Contact PS Engineering, for more de- tails. [In systems with serial number J01860 and below, only the pilot will hear the playback.] 3.15.1 Playback...

  • Page 32: Section Iv - Warranty And Service

    PS Engineering, Inc. The risk of loss or damage to the product is borne by the party making the shipment, unless the purchaser requests a specific method of shipment. In this case, the purchaser assumes the risk of loss.

  • Page 33: Appendix A - External Ptt Hook Up

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual Appendix A – External PTT Hook Up Part of the installation includes the installation of PTT (Push To Talk) switches that allow the use of your aircraft radio for communications transmissions.

  • Page 34: Appendix B - Pma 8000 Installation Drawings

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual Appendix B – PMA 8000 Installation Drawings 475-013-0001 Lock nut (4 ea) 44-pin connector (2 ea) 475-440-0004 (4 ea) 475-440-0007 (4 ea) Rack back plate Rack 430-890-0050...

  • Page 35: Appendix C - J1 Connector Interconnect

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual Appendix C – J1 Connector Interconnect PMA8000B MP3 Connector, J1 (Sub-D 44-pin, male on tray) Com 1 Audio Hi Notes: Communications Com 1 Lo Transceiver #1 1. All shields should be grounded at audio panel only.

  • Page 36: Appendix D - J2 Connector Interconnect

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual Appendix D – J2 Connector Interconnect PMA8000B MP3 J2 CONNECTOR Pilot Phones (R) Pilot PhonesJack Pilot Phones (L) (Sub-D 44-pin male on tray) Pilot Phones Lo Copilot Phones (R)

  • Page 37: Instructions For Faa Form 337, Audio Panels

    Aircraft equipment list, weights and balance amended. Compass compensation checked. A copy of the opera- tion instructions, contained in PS Engineering document 200-080-( ), revision ( ), dated ( ), is placed in the air- craft records. All work accomplished listed on Work Order 9.2 Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness, Audio System...
  • Page 38 Appendix F – RTCA DO160D Environmental Qualification Form Audio Selector Panel/Intercom/Marker Beacon Receiver Part Number: 050-890-( ) FAA TSO Number: C50c, C35d Manufacturer: PS Engineering Incorporated 9800 Martel Road Lenoir City TN 37772 Conditions Section Conducted Tests Temperature and Altitude Equipment tested to CAT A1 &...

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