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PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Installation And Operation Manual

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Audio Selector Panel with Marker Beacon Receiver
High-fidelity Stereo Intercom with Internal MP3 Player
System Installation and Operation Manual
Patented under one or more of the following;
No. 4,941,187; 5,903,227; 6,160,496 and 6,493, 450
In certified aircraft, warranty is not valid unless this product is installed by an
Any reproduction or retransmittal of this publication, or any portion thereof, without the expressed written permission of PS Eng i-
neering, 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.
9800 Martel Road
Lenoir City, TN 37772
www.ps-engineering.com
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Document P/N 200-890-0403
Rev. 4, Jan. 2011
FAA- TSO C50c, C35d
EASA ETSO C50c, 2C35d
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PS Engineering, Inc. 2011 ©
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  • Page 1 Any reproduction or retransmittal of this publication, or any portion thereof, without the expressed written permission of PS Eng i- neering, 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

    ............................. 2-9 DJUSTMENTS ................... 2-10 OMMUNICATIONS NTENNA NSTALLATION OTES 2.8.1 ................E UDIO CTIVE UTPUT RROR OOKMARK NOT DEFINED PMA8000B-MP3 P ......................2-11 IN ASSIGNMENTS 2.10 ......................2-12 NSTALLATION HECKOUT 2.11 ..........................2-12 NSTALLATION 2.12 ........................2-12 PERATIONAL HECKOUT 2.12.1 ........................
  • Page 3 UDIO YSTEM Appendix F – RTCA DO160D Environmental Qualification Form ............... F Date Change 6/8/09 Created for PMA8000B-MP3 MP3 Avidyne version 9/8/09 Clarified Shift Function legends 11/10/09 Updated TEL Sidetone operation, Pilot Music in ISO, functions. 10/18/2010 Clarified the Music 1 all headsets function §3.11.3...

  • Page 4: Section I - General Information

    This is controlled through secondary functions on the front panel. A full duplex TEL mode allows the PMA8000B-MP3 to act as an audio interface between aircraft head- phone and microphones and specific aircraft approved (FAA/FCC) cellular telephone equipment, through the front mounted jack.

  • Page 5: Approval Basis

    Pushbutton switches select one of the communication transceivers for the pilot and copilot position, and allows radio transmission. In "Split Mode" the PMA8000B-MP3 has the ability to allow the pilot to transmit on Com 1 while the copilot can transmit on Com 2. A fail -safe mode connects the pilot head- phone and microphone to COM 1 if power is removed for any reason, or if the power switch is placed in the Off (Fail-safe) position.
  • Page 6 PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3Avidyne Version (-0403) Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual WEIGHT 1.34 lb. (0.61 kg) PMA8000B-MP3 Unit 0.51 lb. (0.24 kg) Rack with connectors POWER REQUIREMENTS (Including Internal Lighting): 11 to 33 VDC Voltage: Maximum Current: 2.5 Amp (Externally protected by a 5A pull-type...

  • Page 7: Equipment Supplied

    (Phone only, no music) 425-006-0354 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None Note: The PMA8000B-MP3 Avidyne only supports Wave (.wav), unprotected Windows Media Files (.wma) and MP3 (.mp3) file types. It does not support iTunes format files. 200-890-0403 Page 1-4 Rev. 4, Jan. 2011...

  • Page 8: Section Ii - Installation

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

  • Page 9: Audio Panel Mounting Rack Installation

    There must be at least 13.8 VDC present at the connector, J2 pins 8 & 9, of the PMA8000B-MP3 for the power supply to work in its designed regula- tion.

  • Page 10: Existing Gma340 Installation

    2.4.3 Power The PMA8000B-MP3 is compatible with both 14 and 28 Volt DC systems. A five (5) Amp circuit breaker is required for all installations. Power and ground wires should be #22 connected to J2 Pins 8 and 9. Con- nect airframe ground to J2 Pin 10 and 11 only.

  • Page 11: Audio Panel Interface

    2.4.5 Audio Panel interface The PMA8000B-MP3 is designed to interface with standard aircraft avionics, and presents a 510  re- ceiver impedance. For best results, a twisted-shielded cable is recommended from the avionics audio source to the audio panel, with the shield grounded at the audio panel end.

  • Page 12: Backlighting

    2.4.8 Backlighting The PMA8000B-MP3 has an automatic dimming of the pushbutton annunciation LEDs and marker lamps controlled by a photocell. Control of the unit backlighting is through the aircraft avionics dimmer For 14 V aircraft, connect J2 Pins 6 and 7 to the aircraft dimmer bus, and pin 5 to groun d. For 28-volt systems, connect pin 7 to the aircraft dimmer, and pins 5 and 6 to ground.

  • Page 13: Public Address Mode

    2.4.11 Public Address Mode By pressing the Mute and SPR pushbuttons at the same time, the PMA8000B-MP3 will be placed into public address (PA) mode. In this mode, the pilot will be talking over the cockpit speaker when he presses his PTT switch.

  • Page 14: Pa Mute (J2, Pin 12)

    2.5.1 Entertainment Inputs In addition to the internal MP3 player, the PMA8000B-MP3 has two INDEPENDENT music inputs, PLUS a front mounted jack that is connected to Entertainment 1. Entertainment input number 1 is J2 pins 23 (left channel) and 24 (right channel), with respect to pin 25, and Entertainment number 2 is connected to 26 (left channel), 27 (right channel), with respect to 28.

  • Page 15: Entertainment Muting

    2.5.2 Entertainment muting The PMA8000B-MP3-system incorporates a "Soft Mute™" system. This will mute the Music 1 enter- tainment sources during conversations on the intercom, radio, or both, depending on the mute mode. Any signal appearing in the hard wired unswitched audio inputs will always mute the entertainment sources, even though the passengers may not hear the audio tone itself.

  • Page 16: Marker Beacon Installation

    Middle Marker signal is received. This output is J1, pin 39. 2.7 Adjustments The PMA8000B-MP3 is factory adjusted to accommodate the typical requirements for most aircraft con- figurations. There are three adjustments in the top cover that allow the installer to tailor the specific fun c- tions.

  • Page 17: Communications Antenna Installation Notes

    It is probable that radio interference will occur in the split mode when the frequencies of the two ai r- 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 18: Output

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3Avidyne Version (-0403) 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...

  • Page 19: 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 wa r- ranty.

  • Page 20: Marker Checkout

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3Avidyne Version (-0403) 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 audio mutes when the mic is keyed.

  • Page 21: Final Inspection

    Complete documentation that may be required, such as a logbook entry, weight and ba lance 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 22: Section Iii Operation

    This section is divided into five sections covering the basic operating areas of the PMA8000B-MP3 sys- tems. They are Communications Transceiver Selection, Audio Selector, Intercom, Marker Beacon Re- ceiver and special functions.

  • Page 23: Audio Selector (4)

    In essence, switching the mic selector will not override prior selection of COM receiver au- 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 m icrophone will be heard over the selected com transmitter.

  • Page 24: Speaker Amplifier (5)

    The pilot and copilot will also have transmit capability on the other selected transceiver. In ISO intercom mode, when the PMA8000B-MP3 is in the TEL mode, the pilot position is in the "Phone Booth." Only the pilot will hear the telephone, and only he will be heard. He will also have access to Com 1 or 2, and will transmit on that radio using the PTT.

  • Page 25: 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 26: Intercom Modes (8)

    The pilot and copilot positions work with stereo or mono headsets. All passenger headsets are connected in parallel. Therefore, if a monaural headset is plugged in to a PMA8000B-MP3 Stereo installation, one channel will be shorted. Although no damage to the unit will occur, all p assengers with mono headsets will not hear one channel, unless they switch to the “MONO”...

  • Page 27: Telephone Mode (9)

    In ISO intercom mode, when the PMA8000B-MP3 is in the TEL mode, the pilot position is in the "Phone Booth." Only the pilot will hear the telephone, and only he will be heard. He will also have access to Com 1 or 2, and will transmit on that radio using the PTT.

  • Page 28: Utility Jack

    We’ve built some intelligence into the PMA8000B-MP3, too. If you have Music 1 connected to the rear pins, and there is music playing, the PMA8000B-MP3 “knows” that what you put into the front jack must be a priority. So the unit will automatically switch the j ack to the priority mode.
  • Page 29 Function Buttons “B” and “C” control how music is distributed in your airplane. There are two music sources available to the PMA8000B-MP3. Music 1 input can be either on the front jack, OR the Music 1 input at the rear connector (Pins 23 and 24 J2). Music 2 is wired into the rear con-...

  • Page 30: Function "A

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual 3.10.5 Function “A” Function “A” controls the distribution of aircraft radio within the intercom, as well as passenger intercom muting. In the “Standard intercom function” mode, aircraft radios are distributed to all, when the intercom is in the ALL mode.

  • Page 31: Mp3 Music Controls

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual Music Distri- Standard Music Distribu- Alternate Music Distribu- Music 1 All Headsets bution Mode tion tion Music Crew Crew Crew Source ICS Mode Front Panel Crew Crew...

  • Page 32: Music 1 & Mp3 Volume (H & I)

    Shift Key (Mon 1) and TEL. 3.13 Music 1 & MP3 Volume (h & i) The Music 1 and the MP3 volume PMA8000B-MP3 can be adjusted from the front panel, if desired, by pressing the combinations of keys listed. Press...

  • Page 33: Transfer Using Usb Drive

    MP3 (.mp3) file types. It does not support iTunes format files. Different types of files, and different music file programs may result in variation in the volume level of the stored music. 2. PS Engineering recommends using only first quality USB Flash drives, for consistent file transfer results.

  • Page 34: Internal Recorder

    Installation and Operator’s Manual 3.15 Internal Recorder The PMA8000B-MP3 comes equipped with an internal recorder. This digital system stores the last incom- ing audio from the radio you have selected for transmit. It can store as many of 8 incoming messages, and up to 52 seconds of audio.

  • Page 35: 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 36: 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 tran smissions.
  • Page 37 PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual Appendix B – PMA 8000B MP3 Installation Drawings Ground Lug 475-440-0001 (x2) Back plate assy 475-440-0001 (x2) Screw w/washer 475-009-0001 Viewed from Back ground lug (x2) Ground Lug...

  • Page 38: Appendix C - J1 Connector Interconnect (-0403)

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual Appendix C – J1 Connector Interconnect (-0403 only) Refer to Avidyne Installation Manual for full systems interconnect 200-890-0403 Appendix D Rev. 4, Jan. 2011...

  • Page 39: Appendix D - J2 Connector Interconnect (-0403 Only)

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual Appendix D – J2 Connector Interconnect (-0403 only) Refer to Avidyne Installation Manual for full systems interconnect. 200-890-0403 Appendix D Rev. 4, Jan. 2011...

  • Page 40: Appendix E - Instructions For Faa Form 337 And Continuing Airworthiness

    One method of airworthiness approval is through an FAA Form 337, Major Repair and Alteration (Airframe, Power- plant, Propeller, or Appliance) In the case of the PMA8000B-MP3, you may use the following text as a guide. Installed audio selector and 6-place intercom, PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3, part number 050-890- (XXXX) in ( location ) at station .

  • Page 41: Appendix F - Rtca Do160D Environmental Qualification Form

    PS Engineering PMA8000B-MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator’s Manual 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...

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