Dvor 432
Dvor 432
Dvor 432
83130 55024
DVOR 432
Doppler
Technical Manual
Part 2
Operation and Maintenance
DVOR 432
Ed. 01.04
PRELIMINARY REMARKS
The equipment manuals for DVOR 432 (50 W and 100 W, single or dual) comprise:
CAUTION WARNING
Ed. 01.04 A
Title 01.04
A to B 01.04
I to X 01.04
AV-1 to 16 01.04
1-1 to 10 01.04
2-1 to 46 01.04
3-1 to 16 01.04
4-1 to 32 01.04
5-1 to 14 01.04
6-1 to 36 01.04
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B Ed. 01.04
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Title Page
Ed. 01.04 I
II Ed. 01.04
IV Ed. 01.04
5.4.1.2.3 Relationship between the Acid Density and the Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
5.4.1.2.4 Basic Rules for Handling Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
5.4.1.2.5 Filling the Batteries with Acid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
5.4.1.3 Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
5.4.1.3.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
5.4.1.3.2 Dry Pre-charged Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
5.4.1.3.3 Non Pre-charged Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
5.4.1.3.4 Initial Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
5.4.2 Care and Maintenance of the Lead Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
5.4.2.1 Maintenance Accessories and Scope of Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
5.4.2.1.1 Keeping the Lead Battery Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
5.4.2.1.2 Measuring the Acid Density (not for maintenance-free batteries) . . . . . . . . . 5-14
5.4.2.1.3 Topping Up the Cells (not for maintenance-free batteries) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
5.4.2.1.4 Measuring the Cell Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
Ed. 01.04 V
VI Ed. 01.04
LIST OF FIGURES
Fig.-No. Title Page
Fig. 1-1 DVOR in 10 ft container shelter for all types of transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Fig. 1-2 DVOR with packing for rail or road transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Fig. 1-3 Packaging for rail and road transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Fig. 1-4 Packaging for and transport of the DVOR antenna domes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Fig. 2-1 DVOR siting criteria (general data) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Fig. 2-2 Foundations for DVOR Shelter (for information only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Fig. 2-3 Foundations for DVOR counterpoise and shelter (for information only) . . . . 2-3
Fig. 2-4 10 ft DVOR container shelter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Fig. 2-5 Correct lifting with a lifting harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Fig. 2-6 Standard shelter, ground plan and electrical installation DVOR (example) . . 2-6
Fig. 2-7 Antenna ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Fig. 2-8 Pipes for guiding the antenna cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Fig. 2-9 Lifting equipment for DVOR antenna installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Fig. 2-10 Installation of vertical pipes and installation point of antenna 1 . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Fig. 2-11 Installation direction of vertical pipe and antenna dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Fig. 2-12 Spacing of vertical pipes of sideband antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Fig. 2-13 Antenna ring, single antenna and vertical pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Fig. 2-14 Connection diagram of individual radiators of the sideband antennas . . . . . 2-11
Fig. 2-15 Sideband antenna with matcher/decoupling module pulled out . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
(e.g.: antenna 2)
Fig. 2-16 Cabling of sideband antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Fig. 2-17 Cabling to the shelter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Fig. 2-18 Calibration capacitors on the antenna elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Fig. 2-19 Plate separation distance of capacitors CA as a function of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
the operating frequency
Fig. 2-20 Aligning the sideband antenna with the aid of bearing markers . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Fig. 2-21 Diagrammatic site layout of DVOR monitor dipole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Fig. 2-22 Mast with monitor dipole (example) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Fig. 2-23 Connections at the BCPS connection plate, C-bar and bottom plate . . . . . 2-20
(100 W version)
Fig. 2-24 Cabling, BCPS connection plate, C-bar and bottom plate (100 W version) 2-21
Fig. 2-25 DVOR transmitter and ASU rack, top view, connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Fig. 2-26 DVOR ASU rack, front side, connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Fig. 2-27 External wiring of auxiliary OIO connectors of LCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29
Ed. 01.04 IX
X Ed. 01.04
ABKÜRZUNGSVERZEICHNIS
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
LISTE D'ABRÉVIATIONS
LISTA DE ABREVIATURAS
A Antenne
Antenna
Antena
AC Alternating Current
Courant alternatif
Corriente alterna
ACA Analogical Carrier Amplifier (BITE signal)
Amplificateur pour porteurs analogiques (signal BITE)
Amplificdor portador analogico (señal BITE)
ACC Alternating Current Converter
ADC Analog-Digital Converter
Convertisseur analogique/numérique
Convertidor analógico/digital
ADCS Analog-to-digital Converter Subsystem
Sous-système convertisseur analogique/numérique
Subsistema convertidor analógico/digital
ADR Analog Display Routine
Routine affichage analogique
Rutina de indicator analógico
ADRACS Automatic Data Recording And Control System
ADSB Alternating Double Sideband
Bande latérale double alternante
Banda lateral doble alternante
ADU Antenna Distribution Unit
Antennen-Verteileinheit
Ensemble de distribution d'antenne
Unidad de distribución de antena
AF Audio Frequency
Basse fréquence
Audiofrequencia
AFC Automatic Frequency Control
Commande automatique par fréquence
Control automático de frecuencia
AGC Automatic Gain Control
Commande automatique de gain
Control automático de ganancia
AM Amplitude Modulation
Modulation d'amplitude
Modulación de amplitud
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 STORING AND UNPACKING THE EQUIPMENT
1.1.1 General
The equipment should be unpacked as soon as possible in order to check that it is complete and
intact. The place of storage used for any intermediate storage period must be dry. The temperature
range specified in the technical data in Part 1 must be conformed with. The table below is an example
of the type of packing.
enclosed:
51 Antenna Domes 58370 34001
51 Vertical Pipes 38175 28159
50 Decoupling Modules 58300 34010
Documentation DVOR
1.1.2 Unpacking
The equipment and components are also packed in wooden crates for transport by sea. These woodĆ
en crates should always be deposited with the side marked "Oben" (Top) facing upwards.
- Open the lid of these crates using a hammer and nail puller. Remove the filler. Remove the equipĆ
ment in the plastic sheeting horizontally, and lay it down so that the side marked "Oben" faces upĆ
wards. Cut open the plastic sheet and remove the equipment.
CAUTION
The packaging with the transmitter rack (Fig. 1-3) should always be laid down so that
the pallet (Fig. 1-3/4) is at the bottom. In addition arrows and inscriptions painted on the
crate indicate the side which must face upwards.
- Cut through the three plastic ribbons (Fig. 1-3/2) with scissors and remove. Lift off the telescope
box (Fig. 1-3/1), 2 people required. Remove the foam panel (Fig. 1-3/8). Lift the transmitter rack
(Fig. 1-3/6), 2 people required, and install in a vertical position.
WARNING
Hold the transmitter cabinet firmly in position until the support angles (Fig. 1-3/3 and 5)
have been dismantled. Pay special attention when removing the lower support angle.
- Undo the two screws (M10) left and right on the upper support angles (Fig. 1-3/5). Remove the
screws and washers and the upper support angles left and right. Tilt the transmitter cabinet (Fig.
1-3/6) forward slightly, hold it and dismantle the lower support angle (Fig. 1-3/3). Then carry the
transmitter cabinet to its point of installation and screw to the floor.
- Open the front door and remove the foam panel behind it.
- Close the front door.
Store away all despatch packaging (Fig. 1-3), so that it can be used again for transport purposes
if required. Use the original packaging components to repack. Repack the equipment and subassemĆ
blies as described above, but in reverse sequence.
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3
1 Telescope box
5
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ÂÂÂ
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2 Plastic ribbon
3 lower support angle
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ÄÄ
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(ref. no. 36480 28009) 4
4 Pallet
5
6
7
upper support angle (2x)
(ref. no. 36385 28026)
Transmitter cabinet
Foam panel
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Fig. 1-3 Packaging for rail and road transport
2 wedge-shaped cushions
with reinforcement
Reinforcement
Pallet underneath
Fig. 1-4 Packaging for and transport of the DVOR antenna domes
The following list contains recommendations for instruments, cables, attenuators, adapters and other
accessories, which may be used for installation, maintenance and trouble shooting of navigation
equipment, or at least will make the work easier. This equipment (or that with comparable characterisĆ
tics) is normally present at the site. If not, it can be supplied optionally by Thales ATM. A selection
of necessary equipment and accessories to be provided can be defined in consultation with Thales
ATM.
For the appropriate works, e.g. for startup, the necessary equipment is mentioned in the chapters
concerned.
x = available (optional)
x = available (optional)
CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION
2.1 SELECTING THE INSTALLATION SITE
The area in which a DVOR is to be installed is determined by the responsible Civil Aviation Authority
according to the international air traffic regulations. This area is generally sufficiently large to allow
a point with the optimum topography and thus the optimum propagation conditions to be choosen.
This point is determined by means of a site survey at which a surveyor must always be present. ANS
can provide an engineering consultant on site for this survey. When the installation site has been deĆ
termined precise bearings must be taken, either with reference to trigonometrical points or - if a satelĆ
lite receiver is available - via satellite radio for increased precision.
1° Dense forest.
Buildings with metallic content
0,5°
Metallic buildings (hangars)
type h = 3 m
100 m
terrain slope 200 m
terrain slope
<2,3% terrain slope 300 m
<4%
<8%
terrain slope not specified
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TOP VIEW r100 m r200 m
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r300 m
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ÄÄÄÄ <7°
group of trees
h<10 m
h<12 m
The following drawings show the foundations for counterpoises with heights of 3 m, 5 m, 7 m, 10 m
and the corresponding shelter foundations. The drawings are for information only.
- Shelter and ladder foundation drawing:
Shelter Ladder
2490 300
DVOR centre
250
opening for
450
power and
950
telephone cables
600
200 A A
400
1200
600
1040
2790
cable box
500
entrance side
175 * xxxx 500
250
175
550
0,00
200 200 0,00
950
950
800
250
804
1200
1200x400
* NOTE:
Counterpoise height Distance xxxx [mm]
3m 2714.0
5m 2176.5
7m 1639.5
10 m 839.5
15° 15°
30°
5604
1747
30°
30°
3026
∅13500
250
300 2490
3235
15°
1747
15°
450
950
cable input
power/tel
600 600
250
1200
2790
1040
400
1747
cable box
foundation 1200
15° 15°
ladder
500
3235
250
foundation
3026
30°
30°
∅25000
1747
5604
30° 30°
15° 15°
3235
not to scale
all dimensions in mm
* xxxx= distance depends on counterpoise height
Fig. 2-3 Foundations for DVOR counterpoise and shelter (for information only)
2991 2438
(Dimensions in mm; Tare weight approx. 900 kg)
min. 60°
10 ft Container Shelter
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Concrete foundation
L3
Residual
Current Breaker
N 40
a I>
0.03
FI1
B2A
B10A
B10A
PE F4 F3 F1 F2 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9
change o.
Overvoltage
Protection
4 3 1
Spare 2 5 6 7 8 9 10
optional
..
optional
+ 48 V
- set to
.... ASU TX A/C1 A/C2 36 °C
heater
.... Temp.
Earth Collector Bar
BCPS DME
TX Rack Sensor
DME Inside Light Socket outlets Air-Conditioner
etc. - + Single Phase "Option"
48 V
F2 (G0.2A)
F1 (K50A)
20 protected wires
DME
Station Ground
- if available
-
+
twilight obstruction light
Signal lines 90 V/Type F
Emergency battery switch antenna
NF 600 OHM 48 V
Line Terminal Box
Fig. 2-6 Standard shelter, ground plan and electrical installation DVOR (example)
This chapter describes the installation and adjustment of the DVOR antennas. The installation of the
counterpoise with associated supports and framework, and the framework decking are normally part
of the civil works section and not included in this description. The counterpoise foundation drawing
in section 2.2 is shown for information only.
WARNING
Sturdy shoes, safety gloves and safety helmets must be worn during installation. Safety
belts with rescue line and swivel snaphook should be used when working on the counterĆ
poise platform.
2.4.1.1 Prerequisites
- Counterpoise
The counterpoise for the DVOR antenna has been completely assembled according to the drawĆ
ings set included with the counterpoise material.
- Support for carrier antenna (counterpoise center)
The support for mounting the middle antenna has been installed in the center of the counterpoise.
Permissible deviation from the center: ±150 mm.
- Antenna ring (Fig. 2-7)
The antenna ring has been installed on the counterpoise. The radius measured at the inner ring
is 6623 mm.
- Cable run (Fig. 2-8)
16 plastic or steel pipes have been installed on the lower side of the counterpoise for the cable runs
from the sideband antennas to the center of the counterpoise. A further pipe is used in addition
if the antenna of a collocated DME is to be installed.
r = 6623
2
1 Outer ring
2 Inner ring
U-girder
CAUTION
When removing the cover, always make sure that no rain can penetrate the lower section
of the antenna or come into contact with the antenna elements.
Trestle with swiveling arm (3 m, 5 m, 7 m, 10 m counterpoise) Gyed auxiliary mast (3 m counterpoise)
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Fig. 2-9 Lifting equipment for DVOR antenna installation
First install antenna 1. The installation point of this antenna should be selected with the aid of a comĆ
pass such that it is aligned approximately with North with respect to the middle antenna (Fig. 2-10).
Mark the installation point on the antenna ring. Install vertical pipe 1 here, and align it perpendicularly
with the aid of a spirit level (if necessary compensate by means of washers or similar). The vertical
pipe should be installed such that the installation hole for the decoupling module is on the left as seen
from the middle antenna. Secure the vertical pipe to the antenna ring by means of a clamping plate
and 2 screws (Fig. 2-11). Secure all vertical pipe fastenings to the outer ring (Fig. 2-10).
North
2 1 50
4 3
5
6
Antenna ring
outer ring
51
1 2
6
1 Holes for measurement probe
2 Antenna dome
3 Antenna ring
4 Position of middle antenna
5 Installation hole in vertical pipe
6 Clamping plate 4 7
7 Screws
1 2 3
Careful, precise mechanical alignment of the antenna will considerably simplify the work of the comĆ
missioning engineer. A maximum deviation of 3 mm between antenna 50 and antenna 1 with respect
to the corrected standard dimension can be tolerated. A sideband antenna (with cover) should now
be mounted on each vertical pipe. At first, the lower section of the antenna domes should only be
fastened loosely to the vertical pipe using the 3 screws and the oblong holes (Fig. 2-13/6).
1 Antenna dome
2 Outer ring
3 Inner ring
4 Vertical pipe
5 Hook
6 Screws (3x)
5 4 3 2
CAUTION
Make sure that no bend in an RF-cable is made with a radius of less than 50mm.
2.4.3.2 Carrier Antenna
Slide the RF cable (51) through the vertical pipe from below, connect the coaxial connector to the
antenna connection socket and secure with the union nut. Feed the other end of the cable through
the cable duct and the U-girder (Figs. 2-8, 2-17) from the counterpoise to the shelter via the cable
box. Provide strain relief for the cable underneath the vertical pipe by means of UV-resistant cable
ties.
2.4.3.3 Sideband Antennas
Option: The antennas should be interconnected with RF cables as follows: Antenna 1 to 3, antenna
3 to 5, 2 to 4, 4 to 6, etc. (see Fig. 2-14). The RF cables should be pulled out through the installation
hole into the vertical pipe, and connected to the coaxial connections on the side of the decoupling
module (Fig. 2-15). Check that these screwed connections are secure. Not used with matcher.
A50 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 Matcher Antenna A2
Module
X2
X1
*** ***
*** ***
from ASU
Antenna A2
ASU X2
Option: X4 X3
ASM-D ASM-D ASM-D ASM-D Decoupling X1
(1) (5) (6) (10) Module
** Optional connectors if coupling between antennas 1 to 50 is used Antenna Antenna
*** Coupling cables (optional); these cables are ommitted using the matcher module A50** from ASU A4**
Fig. 2-15 Sideband antenna with matcher/decoupling module pulled out (e.g.: antenna 2)
ÉÉ ÉÉ
in the wall entrance. The cable loops should be protected by means of a suitable cover.
É É
1a
ÉÉ ÉÉ 1
1a
É É 2
ÉÉ ÉÉ
1 Matcher/Decoupling-Module
ÉÉ ÉÉ
ÉÉÉÉÉ
6
1a Side connectors, decoupling module only
3 4
2 Vertical pipe
3 Stuctural steel matting
4 Pipe
5 Cable tie, UV-resistant
6 Coupling cables, used with decoupling module only 5
ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ
Fig. 2-16 Cabling of sideband antenna
ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ
Counterpoise RF cable pipe Cable pipe support RF cable Shelter
cover
U-girder
Ladder
RF cable box
RF cables
DVOR center
Earth's surface
Ladder foundation Cable box foundation Shelter foundation
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Fig. 2-17 Cabling to the shelter
CAUTION
Care should be taken when removing the covers from the carrier and sideband antennas
to ensure that no rain can penetrate into the lower section of the antenna or come into
contact with the antenna elements.
Remove the cover from the carrier antenna (middle antenna), secured by with of 8 self-tapping, stainĆ
less steel round-head screws 3 x 32 mm. Take the rectangular tube and pin from the installation acĆ
cessories for the DVOR system (Code No. 83095 90087), and install them at the center of the carrier
antenna. The pin can be used to take bearings when aligning the 50 sideband antennas.
Remove the cover from one of the sideband antennas (e.g. antenna 1). Preset the two calibration caĆ
pacitors (Fig. 2-18) of each antenna, each with 2 plates adjustable by means of a threaded shaft and
fastened by means of a lock nut. The plates should be roughly symmetrical between the antenna eleĆ
ments and spaced as shown in Fig. 2-19 (for 113 MHz, e.g. 6.7 mm). This spacing is easy to set if
a suitable twist drill shaft is used as a gauge. The lock nuts should be tightened following the setting.
Loosen the 3 mounting bolts for the antenna lower section/vertical pipe, and move the lower section
of the antenna slightly to the left and right on the vertical pipe in accordance with the oblong holes
in the vertical pipe. Using the rectangular tube (Fig. 2-20), align the various sideband antennas from
the outside of the installation ring via the pointer sights (press-fitted at the top of the antenna lower
section) to the pin (bearing marker), which is mounted on the center of the middle antenna. The 3
screws (for securing the antenna lower section to the vertical pipe) should be tightened following the
setting. Bearings should be taken with respect to the middle antenna several times if necessary, and
the adjustment repeated. When the lower section of the antenna has been secured to the vertical pipe
the cover should be installed. The 8 self-tapping screws for securing the cover should only be
screwed in roughly half way, since further calibrations are likely to be necessary during commissionĆ
ing.
Following these operations, or in the event that they are not necessary, secure the cover by means
of the 8 screws. If damage is determined in the coated polystyrene body of the lower section of the
antenna, it should be repaired immediately using the repair kit (Code No. 83095 90086).
Adjustable
capacitor
CA
CA
ÍÍ
Antenna element Spacing a
13
12
11
CA
10 frame
0
108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 MHz
Fig. 2-19 Plate separation distance of capacitors CA as a function of the operating frequency
Bearing marker (pin)
Clamping screws
Fig. 2-20 Aligning the sideband antenna with the aid of bearing markers
The monitor dipole is mounted on a mast at a height of 1.3 m above the antenna counterpoise. It
should be installed at a distance of 180 ... 200 m from the center of the counterpoise. It is generally
installed at magnetic north. The supply cable is fed via a cable trench to the DVOR housing.
Mast
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ÉÉ
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Cable trench
Foundation
180 ... 200 m
30 m
Dipole
Mast
Dismantle the 39 sideband antennas and the carrier antenna in the center of the S3000 installation
with associated vertical pipes from the installation ring or from the location in the center of the counterĆ
poise. These antennas and the associated cabling can be dismantled in 4 to 5 hours with the aid of
6 other persons, providing the dismantled parts are to be scrapped. If the antennas are destined for
further use, the work will accordingly take longer on account of the necessary care.
Install the vertical pipe of the new carrier antenna in the position of the old pipe, and secure. The instalĆ
lation positions of the 50 sideband antennas should be selected as described in Section 2.4.2.3. SecĆ
tions 2.4.2.1 "Lifting the Antennas onto the Counterpoise", 2.4.3 "RF cabling of the Antennas" and
2.4.4 "Preliminary Settings and mechanical Alignment of the Sideband Antennas" should also be paid
attention to.
This chapter describes the connections at the transmitter and ASU rack: power supply, RF connecĆ
tions, interface connections and connection of a Remote Control (RMMC).
NOTE: For the Thales ATM shelter delivered with the navaids system all fuses are preinstalled.
If the shelter is provided by the customer, he will be responsible for the installation includĆ
ing a mains fuse box with arrester and a battery fuse box. Following fuse protection is
recommended: external mains fuse for transmitter cabinet F= C20A, for battery fuse
F1= K50A (power) and F2= G0.2A (sensor lines), regard also Fig. 2-6.
For a mains voltage of 115 VAC the standard mains wiring concept allows up to 3 ACC
modules. For a 115 VAC supply with 4 modules provided, standard mains wiring has to
be adapted concerning diameter of supply cables, size of mains terminals and mains filter.
The power supply is located in the ASU rack. The connection must be done in the following sequence:
WARNING
Before connecting the cables check that the mains lead is dead and that the battery is
not connected.
- Set the ON/OFF switches of the ACC 54 units to OFF. Remove the units.
- Remove the rear panel.
- Connect a cable between the terminal FPE and the potential equalization bus.
- Connect the mains leads (nom. 115 to 230 VAC/50 Hz, single phase) to the terminals designated
L3, N and PE located on the bottom plate and from there to the corresponding terminals on the
BCPS connection plate. If a mains filter is installed on the bottom plate (European version only)
connect the mains leads to the corresponding terminals on the mains filter and from there to the
terminals on the BCPS connection plate. The protective earth should be connected to PE.
- Connect the cables to the battery terminals BAT+ and BAT- located on the C-bar taking care
not to connect them the wrong way round.
- Connect the measurement lines to the battery terminals BAT0, BAT1, BAT2 and BFUSE (2x) loĆ
cated on the C-bar if an auxiliary contact is available on the battery main switch.
- Connect the ground bolt (BSE) of the rack (Fig. 2-28) to the ground points and/or the potential
equalization bus of the shelter.
CAUTION
When connecting the DC supply observe the correct polarity (+ and -).
The battery set is connected via two pvc-insulated copper cables as per DIN 57281 with a cross-
sectional area of 16 mm2. The length of this connection is restricted to a maximum of 10 m for electrical
reasons.
Connect the leads to the terminals BAT (+) and BAT (-) on the C-bar. In order to protect the battery,
the positive line must have a 50 A fuse, if the battery monitoring program is used, and an automatic
overcurrent device (50 ADC) with signalling contact. Connect the signalling contacts to the terminals
BFUSE of the measuring line connector. Install the following cables for measuring purposes:
- from battery plus-pole via terminals of fuse switch F2 (in fuse box) to terminal BAT2 of measuring
line connector
- from the middle of the battery set via terminals of fuse switch F2 (in fuse box) to terminal BAT1 of
the measuring line connector
- from battery minus-pole via terminals of fuse switch F2 (in fuse box) to terminal BAT0 of the meaĆ
suring line connector
- Connect cable W109 (BCPS control) from BCPS to connector X74 on BP-C, rear of transmitter
rack.
to ASU Signboard
ASU cabinet
rear BAT BAT
Speedy
+B-B 2 1 F F0
+A -A +D -D +R -R +N -N
N L1 L2 L3 PE FPE
+
BAT BAT
NAV NAV
+
-
-
L2 L2
ÂÂÂ
ÂÂÂ
PE
L1 L1
cabinet
N
PE
L2 L1
cable glands N N
L3
48 V
PMM
+ -
TX2 TX1 NAV
BFUSE
BFUSE
UBAT2
UBAT1
UBAT0
+DME
-DME
+NAV
-NAV
GND
+RL
-RL
+D
-D
+N
-N
+R
-R
+B
2
1
F
F
0
-B
L2 L3 L3 L2
PE
L1 N N L1 NAV+ NAV- ASU+
IN OUT
factory wired
* Exist, if TX1 or TX2 On
Fig. 2-23 Connections at the BCPS connection plate, C-bar and bottom plate (100 W version)
Mains
N N
L3 L3
mains
L2 filter L2
L1 L1
bottom plate
Speedy 26pin, male X74
BCPS
12 12 BCPS-OFF BCPS ON/OFF
1 1 "L" = ON
GND (HC-level
3 3 BBCPS1
Modules
7 7 BBCPS2
Flat ribbon cable Status-report
11 11 Modul defective
BBCPS3 = "L"-(HC-level)
15 15 BBCPS4
5,19 5,19
5,19 GND
14
W58 W122 14 NAV-
16 16 NAV+
18 18 IBAT-
20 Current measurement
20 IBAT+
9 9 UBAT-
22 22 UBAT1+
13 13 Voltage measurement
UBAT-
24 24 UBAT2+
19 19 OPTO_GND
Opto in
17 17 BFUSE (in_opto+24) BFUSE
RL + S3 PMM
RL -
DME + S1
DME -
S2
+54 V +NAV
2mOhm F2 F1
Iload 0V -NAV
ASU+ K1
ASU+
ASU- X1
+BAT F1
+BAT X83
(to CSL)
50 A DC
BFUSE
BFUSE BP-DC
GND TX1
MON
TX2 BP-T
0.2 A F2 LRCI BP-C
BAT2 CSL
+
ASU
48 V
BAT1
BAT0
-
C bar
C bar
Ibat -BAT
Fig. 2-24 Cabling, BCPS connection plate, C-bar and bottom plate (100 W version)
(D)VOR (D)VOR
SB1
LGM1 Local PC ASU DIAGNOSIS DME-IDENT
CSB
ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ
LGM2/DME LGM3/NDB VAM ANALOG OIO LCP IN OIO LCP OUT
ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ
MON1
DVOR
CVOR
MON2
MON4
MON3
MON3
MON4
MON2
MON5
MON1
MON6
DVOR
CVOR
MON7 MON8
SB2
BCPS
Nextfield 1 Nextfield 2 )* Field dipole 1
rear side
)* Field dipole 2 or Nextfield 3
ASU rack sheet cover (CE version only)
ASU Control
SB1
SB2
ËËËËËËËËËËËËËËËËË
CSB OUT
CSB IN
42 44 46 48 50 32 34 36 38 40 22 24 26 28 30 12 14 16 18 20 02 04 06 08 10 41 43 45 47 49 31 33 35 37 39 21 23 25 27 29 11 13 15 17 19 01 03 05 07 09
BCPS-Bite
rear side
Fig. 2-25 DVOR transmitter and ASU rack, top view, connectors
9 19 29 39 49 10 20 30 40 50
7 17 27 37 47 8 18 28 38 48
5 15 25 35 45 6 16 26 36 46
5
3 13 23 33 43 4 14 24 34 44
A
1 11 21 31 41 2 12 22 32 42
66 67 68 69 70 76 77 78 79 80
6
61 62 63 64 65 71 72 73 74 75
65 70 75 80 55 56
6
64 69 74 79
63 68 73 78
53 1
1 SB1 from DVOR transmitter rack B 62 67 72 77
2 SB2 from DVOR transmitter rack 55 56
3 CSB from DVOR transmitter rack
61 66 71 76 54 2
58 59
4 RF to carrier antenna A51 52 3
57 59 57 60 58 60
5 RF to sideband antennas A1 to A50 51 4
6 ASU intern connection between Subrack A- B
SubD, 37pin, male, from connector X85 BP-CD. Refer to section 2.7.
2.5.4.2 DIAGNOSIS
2.5.4.3 LGM1
SubD, 9pin, male, from connector X92 or X97 BP-CE; X92 = LGM modem output
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 La 6 E
2 Lb 7 not used
3 A2 8 not used
4 B2 9 not used
5 GND
X97 = TTL (direct)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD 6 DSR
2 RXD 7 RTS
3 TXD 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 RI
5 GND
2.5.4.4 LGM2/DME
SubD, 9pin, male, from connector X93 or X98 BP-CE; X93 = LGM modem output
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 La 6 DSR
2 Lb 7 RTS
3 A2 8 CTS
4 B2 9 RI
5 GND
X98 = TTL/RS232 (direct)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD 6 DSR
2 RXD 7 RTS
3 TXD 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 RI
5 GND
X98 = RS422 (direct)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 TXD+ 6 RXD+
2 TXD- 7 RXD-
3 not used 8 not used
4 not used 9 not used
5 not used
2.5.4.5 LGM3/NDB
SubD, 9pin, female, from connector X94 or X99 BP-CE; X94 = LGM modem output
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 La 6 DSR
2 Lb 7 RTS
3 A2 8 CTS
4 B2 9 RI
5 GND
X99 = TTL/RS232 (direct)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD 6 DSR
2 RXD 7 RTS
3 TXD 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 RI
5 GND
X99 = RS422 (direct)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 TXD+ 6 RXD+
2 TXD- 7 RXD-
3 not used 8 not used
4 not used 9 not used
5 not used
2.5.4.7 Local PC
2.5.4.8 VAM
2k2
IAUX 0...7 and IAUX 8...15 when active low load max.
<2V or <2k7
log. 0= max. 0.3 mA
log. 1= min. 0.7 mA
GND
outside
VCC (+5 V) / max. 24 V
NOTE: - GND
dc COM1 used for OAUX0...3
Only voltages in the SELV range (up to 60 VDC) must be COM3 used for OAUX4...7
COM4 used for OAUX8...11
connected to connectors OAUX . COM2 used for OAUX12...15
(SELV=Safety Extra Low Voltage)
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X87 X86 X79 X78
Analog signals to CSL (ext.) via
ÊÊ
X85 X82 connector ANALOG, top of
X94 X93 X92 X80
the cabinet
ÊÊ ÊÊ
control line BCPS
X99 X98 X97 X96 X77 X76 X84
ÊÊ
Voice input via connector VAM X73
on top of the cabinet BP-C X74
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X83
X95 -3 - 1
ÊÊ
X72 X71 -4 - 2
ÊÊ ÊÊ
Assignment of aux. measurement
inputs: X81 for temp. sensor PT1000
ÊÊ
ANALOG, SubD, 9pin
PIN ASSIGNMENT
ÊÊ ÊÊ
50W TX2
1 Analog IN 1 X70 TX1
BP-T
ÊÊ
X71 X84 100W
2 Analog IN 2 X81
X84 X81
3 Analog IN 3 (TX1)
X83
ÊÊ Ê
X72
4 Analog IN 4 X85 X82 50W TX2
5 Analog IN 5
ÊÊ Ê
100W TX1
6 Analog IN 6 X83 X82
ÊÊ ÊÊ
9 AGND
CA-100/1* TX2
ÊÊ
X84 X80
TX1
X85
ÊÊ ÊÊ
39k2 X80 Setting example: 100 W, TX1
A-IN X70
BP-T
ÊÊ
X71 X84 1
±20 V 10k
X81 TX2
X83 2
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X72 TX1
AGND (TX2) X85 X82
3
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ
X80
1
2
ÊÊ Ê
TX1
/1 TEMP1 3
/2 TEMP1 BP-DC
/3 TEMP2
/4 TEMP2
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
CA-100/2* ÊÊ
ÊÊ Ê
X81
5V
PT1000
1,3
3k9
TEMP ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
47k4
2,4
ÊÊ
AGND
ÊÊ ÊÊ
Battery and power supply connection C-BAR
ÊÊ ÊÊ
BP-BCPS**
** NOTE:
This connector and the BP-
BCPS is used only, if BCPS modĆ
ground bolt (BSE) ules are located in the transmitter
rack. Used in 50 W version.
A2 A4 A6 A8 A10 A12 A14 A16 A18 A20 A22 A24 A26 A28 A30 A32 A34 A36 A38 A40 A42 A44 A46 A48 A50
J3* X1/J1* J4*
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
MONITOR-DIPOLE
NOTE: The sideband antennas are connected via the matcher module (connector X1,X2); A51
optionally the decoupling module (connector X1, X2,X3, X4) and the coupling cables are available.
A1 A3 A5 A7 A9 A11 A13 A15 A17 A19 A21 A23 A25 A27 A29 A31 A33 A35 A37 A39 A41 A43 A45 47 A49
J3* X1/J1* J4*
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
SHELTER
W56 to monitor dipole
24029 28373 W55 24029 28316
TNC-male 4 m ±10 cm. RG 223 U
W53 27288 03878
Z1 W2 W102
27288 03806
...
...
W82
...
ASU
W72 24036 28027
BCPS
BCPS
ASU
CSB
SB2
SB1
MON 1
MON 2
SB1
SB2
CSB
TNC
X4* X1 X3*
W73 BSE
BFUSE
BFUSE
BFUSE
BFUSE
W62
W74
NAV-
NAV+
+
NAV-
NAV+
-
BAT-
BAT+
Option:
BAT+
BAT-
BAT0
BAT1
BAT2
BAT0
BAT1
BAT2
Decoupling Module
L3
24039 28068
N
ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ
ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ 0.5...1 m
Materials:
Steel strip (hot galvanized) 100 mm@, min. thickness 3 mm
Copper strip 50 mm@, min. thickness 2 mm
Copper cable (not finely stranded) 135 mm@
25 m 10 W
50 m 5W
100 m 3W
Ground rods are either pipes or U, L or T-shaped profiles driven vertically into the ground and 1 to
2 m in length. It is necessary to connect several ground rods together in order to reduce the grounding
resistance. The minimum spacing is twice the length of each ground rod.
The material, cross sectional areas and grounding resistance of the connecting leads to the shelter
should be as for strip ground conductors, (see Section 2.6.2). When pipe-type grounding rods are
fastened with clamps, screws at least M10 in size should be used.
Ground plates are solid perforated sheet metal plates with dimensions of approx. 0.5 x 1 m or
1 x 1 m, which are embedded vertically in the ground. The top edge of the plates should always be
at least 1 m below the surface. Several ground plates must be connected in parallel in order to reduce
the grounding resistance. The minimum spacing should be 3 m. Material:
The ground resistance of a plate 1 m@ is approx. 30 W. The data for the connecting conductors is speĆ
cified in the tables in Section 2.6.2.
The resistance of each rod, each plate and each supply line used should be determined on the basis
of Section 2.6.2 to 2.6.4. They should be considered as parallel resistances. The resulting grounding
resistance should then be calculated as follows: 1/Rres =1/R1+1/R2+1/R3+...+ Rn. Taking into acĆ
count the nature of the terrain (for factors see Section 2.6.1) satisfactory grounding conditions can
be assumed if the ground resistance calculated from the base data is < 5 W. If the value calculated
is 5 W or more, we recommend measuring the ground resistance.
Connection to framework/counterpoise
Grounding plate
approx. 10 m
DVOR shelter
>50 m >50 m
>50 m
Auxiliary ground 1 Auxiliary ground 2
The measurement is falsified by the resistance of the 2 test leads. The cross-sectional area of the
test leads should not be less than 1.5 mm@ in order to ensure an adequate breaking strength. With
this cross-sectional area and an assumed length of 2 x 25 m = 50 m, the falsifying resistance would
be 0.58 W. This resistance should therefore be measured and deducted from measured values 1, 2
and 3. The measured values corrected in this manner are entered into the above formula.
2.7.2.3 IOM-Version
See Figs. 2-40, 2-41, 2-42.
- Lay the ID-cable (Ref.No. 24009 28148) in the shelter cable duct. Connect it to the connector
VOR(SK26) on the rear side of the DME cabinet and to connector DME-IDENT on top of the DVOR
cabinet (Fig. 2-40 and 2-41).
- To establish the RS 232 connection plug adapter Ref.No. 97243 28214 (Fig. 2-40 and 2-42) to
connector "AUX1" on the DME IOM, at the rear side of the cabinet, lower section.
- Place the RS 232-cable (Ref.No. 97240 28168) in the shelter cable duct. Connect it to the adapter
(DME cabinet) and to connector LGM2 on top of the DVOR cabinet.
rear top
(RS 232-connection)
1
6
2 RX
LGM2
7
3 TX
8
W1xx 9
4
5 GND
X98 20
1
2
21
3
22
4
Subrack BP-C 23
5
24
6
25
7
26
8
DME IDENT
27
9
28
10
29
11
30
IDENT from CSL X2
12
31
13
32
14
33
15
24V ID 34
W100 DMSL 35
16 DME-ID
17 DMSR
VOR OP 36
18 DMOVS
GND DME 37
19 GND DME
X85
3a 3a
3b 3b
2a 2a
2b 2b
1a 1a
1b 1b
Shelter
97240 28166
RS 232
24009 28148
ID
LGM2 DME-IDENT
I/O-Panel
Adapter
PL1
VOR (SK26)
DVOR DME
(FSD 40/45)
(CSB-Version)
Fig. 2-34 CSB-Version, I/O panel at cabinet rear side, connection DVOR to DME
Fig. 2-35 CSB-Version, I/O panel at cabinet rear side, ident connection DVOR to DME
Fig. 2-36 CSB-Version, I/O panel at cabinet rear side, RS 232 connection DVOR/DME
Shelter
97240 28166
RS 232
24009 28148
ID
IFV/SK10
DME-IDENT Adapter
LGM2
PL1
DVOR DME
(FSD 40/45)
(CSB-Version)
Fig. 2-37 CSB-Version, I/O panel on cabinet top, connection DVOR to DME
Fig. 2-38 CSB-Version, I/O panel on cabinet top, ident connection DVOR/DME
Fig. 2-39 CSB-Version, I/O panel on cabinet top, RS 232 connection DVOR/DME
24009 28148
ID
LGM2 DME-IDENT
DME
(FSD 40/45)
VOR (SK26)
Adapter
DVOR IOM
AUX 1
(IOM-Version)
Fig. 2-40 IOM-Version, connector panel at cabinet rear side, connection DVOR to DME
Fig. 2-41 IOM-Version, connector panel at cabinet rear side, ident connection DVOR/DME
Fig. 2-42 IOM-Version, connector panel at cabinet rear side, RS 232 connection DVOR/DME
DVOR-Shelter
alternativ
ext. Modem
LGM 1200
DME DME
Modem
FSD 40/45 FSD 40/45 DVOR 432
(CSB-Version) (CSB-Versison)
RS 232
IFV LGM1
IFV PL2 3) (SK10)
PL7
2)
DME-IDENT
(SK10)
1)
24009 28148
ID
AF distribution box
DVOR-Shelter
alternativ
ext. Modem
LGM 1200
DME DME
Modem
LGM1
SK4/AF1 PL1/Port 3 3) SK4/AF1 PL7
2)
DME-IDENT
24009 28149
1)
ID
AF distribution box
NOTE: Ground (DME IDENT, Pin 19) is not connected to DME. Shielding of ID cable is connected
one-sided to DME connector ground.
The adapter 97243 28211 can be ommitted if a RS 232 cable is used with 1:1 through conĆ
nection (not crossed).
DME 415/435: Refer to Technical Manual, Ref.No. 8BR 02012 1000 DEGFA, Volume 1, Dec. 1998:
- Configuration of AFI: Regard that path M5, M2, M3 is set to "Internal Source" (delivery position)
- Enter in user SW program:
AF Status Low
ID Code/trigger from AF Low
DME Status Low
Morse Code Slave Trigger / Slave Code
Ident Recovery On Sensing
Shelter
RS 232 cable 97240 28166
ID-cable
24009 28149
LGM2/DME
DME-IDENT SK4/AF1 Adapter
PL1/Port3
DVOR DME
415/435
WARNING
Before connecting the obstruction light supply cable check that mains is switched off and
mains lead is dead.
DME antenna
Mast
DVOR antennas
Counterpoise DVOR
Pipe
shelter
U-girder
ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
Fig. 2-48 Arrangement and installation of the DME antenna (example AAN 86), principle view
CHAPTER 3
OPERATION
3.1 GENERAL
Standard operation is normally carried out via a remote control interface with the user program
ADRACS installed on a PC. For local operation only a few functions are operable with the local control
panel (LCP). It consists of a Local Control CPU board (LC-CPU) and the Local Control Interface (LCI)
for main status indication, equipment status and measurement data and manual controls (switch
commands) for basic control functions. The alignment procedure and the maintenance are perĆ
formed with a locally connected PC.
The Local Control Interface (LCI) provides different indication and control components:
- three indication lamps for the main status of the system (ALARM, WARNING, NORMAL)
- a menu driven liquid crystal display screen (16 lines x 40 characters) for indication of station name
and type, status of monitor(s) and transmitter(s) and measurement data,
- four control buttons to perform simple activities like change-over or disconnect the transmitter(s)
- a key-lock switch to select different operational modes of the station, i.e. disable/enable local and
remote control of the station (REMOTE, LOCAL, MAINTENANCE); the actual mode is presented
on the LCD screen.
A serial connector RS 232 (Local PC) is located on the top of the transmitter rack to interconnect a
local PC/laptop. A test of the three indication lamps of the LCI is provided by pressing the two middle
control buttons simultaneously.
The meaning of the indications, buttons and the key-lock switch on the LCI is described in the followĆ
ing sections.
NOTE: A buzzer sounds for a short time whenever one of the control buttons is pressed.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA
REMOTE
LOCAL
key- MAINTENANCE
lock control
switch buttons
ALARM red Monitor 1 and Monitor 2 are in ALARM state (i.e. relevant signals are
out of tolerance).
NORMAL green All transmitter and monitor equipment is switched on, initialized and
serviceable for the intended category of operations (no WARNING
and no ALARM).
3.2.2 Liquid Crystal Display Screen for Indication and Control of the System
3.2.2.1 General Structure
The liquid crystal display screen is used to indicate the system status with details to the monitor status,
the transmitter status and the status of maintenance data (e.g. power supply). The actual selected
operational mode (set by key-lock switch) is also presented. Additionally the display screen provides
simple activities to change the system state by means of the control buttons below the display screen
and to present measurement data of the system.
After switching on the equipment a Welcome window appears on the display screen, where the operĆ
ator gets information about the actual system and where he can start the application (see section
3.2.2.2). After start of the application the System Status window appears, which contains information
about the actual system status and operational mode (see section 3.2.2.3). This window also provides
functions to the operator to initiate simple control commands (see section 3.2.2.4) and to indicate
different system data (see section 3.2.2.6).
The following example shows a System Status window for the Main Status NORMAL and the key-
lock switch set to state REMOTE.
Fig. 3-2 Liquid crystal display screen of the Local Control Interface (LCI), example
The actual operational mode (on display screen 'OPER. MODE') selected by the key-lock switch
may have the following states:
REMOTE The equipment is operating in REMOTE mode (i.e. no local control
on LCP). Data can be requested from the PC connected with remote
control (RMMC) or from local PC, the programming of the station via
local or remote PC is possible (if user login level is high enough).
LOCAL The equipment is operating in LOCAL mode. Data can be requested
from remote control side (RMMC), but not programmed. This is only
possible by local PC.
MAINTENANCE * The equipment is locked (indication MAINTENANCE). This opera-
tional state is similar to the REMOTE mode, except that no data
programming is possible and the set of equipment operational
controls is the bare minimum needed for control tower personnel
to manipulate the equipment (e.g. transmitter on/off).
WARNING
ACTUAL INSTALLATION:
The following example of a System Status window with Main Status NORMAL indicates that both monĆ
itors are executive in normal operation. The output of the transmitter TX-1 is connected to the anĆ
tenna (and CSB- or SBA/SBB-power is not switched off) and transmitter TX-2 is connected with
dummy load and switched off via SW command, but ready for operation. No maintenance alert exists
and the actual operational mode is set by key-lock switch to REMOTE mode.
ALARM
AERIAL TX–1 ON
DUMMY TX–2 OFF
NORMAL
MAINTENANCE NORMAL
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA
The following example of a System Status window with Main Status ALARM indicates that both moniĆ
tors are executive, the aerial transmitter TX-2 initiated an alarm condition before it was shut-down
by the monitor and the standby transmitter TX-1 was already shut-down (not ready for operation).
No maintenance alert exists and the actual operational mode is set by key-lock switch to REMOTE
mode.
ALARM
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA = sparkling indication
Fig. 3-5 System Status window with status 'ALARM', both transmitters are switched off
(shut down), example
ALARM
AERIAL TX–1 ON
DUMMY TX–2 OFF
NORMAL
MAINTENANCE NORMAL
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA = sparkling indication
ALARM
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA
ALARM
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA
ALARM
AERIAL TX–1 ON
DUMMY TX–2 SHUT–DOWN
NORMAL
MAINTENANCE NORMAL
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA
ALARM
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA = sparkling indication
ALARM
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA
ALARM
AERIAL TX–1 ON
DUMMY TX–2 OFF
NORMAL
MAINTENANCE NORMAL
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA = sparkling indication
MAINTENANCE NORMAL
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
BACK ↑ ↓ ENTER
MAINTENANCE NORMAL
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
MENU XMTR MON DATA
If the operator is pressing the DATA button of the System Status window monitor data for MON 1 and
MON 2 is indicated (MONITOR DATA), see Fig. 3-11. Exit this window by pressing Back.
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MENU XMTR MON DATA
MONITOR DATA
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MON 1 MON 2
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RF LEVEL 98 % 98 %
AZIMUTH 357dg 358dg
30HZ AM 30.1% 29.8%
9960HZ AM 29.4% 30.4%
FM INDEX 16.0 15.9
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BACK
The MENU LIST window (Fig. 3-12) shows the list of the submenus which can be selected for indicaĆ
tion at the LCP screen. If the operator is pressing the MENU control button of System Status window
a list of system control and data indication menus appears:
For the MENU window the following control buttons are available:
BACK Return back to System Status window.
↑ (up) Scolling up within command/data list (actual position is marked with '>' ).
↓ (down) Scolling down within command/data list (actual position is marked with '>' ).
SELECT Selects menu item (marked with '>').
For the control windows the following control buttons are available:
BACK Return back to System Status window.
↑ (up) Scolling up within command/data list (actual position is marked with '>' ).
↓ (down) Scolling down within command/data list (actual position is marked with '>' ).
ENTER Activate selected command (marked with '>').
For the data indication windows the following control button is available:
BACK Return back to MENU window.
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BACK ↑ ↓ SELECT
XMTR 1
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CARRIER POWER 100W
SBA LEVEL 40.0%
SBA RF PHASE 102 dg
SBB LEVEL 39.5%
SBB PHASE 124 dg
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BACK
key-lock switch
MAINTENANCE NORMAL
REMOTE OPER. MODE LOCAL
LOCAL
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MAINTENANCE MENU XMTR MON DATA
actual operational
mode selected by
key-lock switch
Fig. 3-14 Key-lock switch and indication of operational mode on LCD screen, example
The controls and indications of individual subassemblies are explained in the figures 3-15 and 3-16.
Specialities are explained in the following.
ÊÊ Ê MSP
ÊÊ ÊÊ TXDA lamp
RXDA lamp
CPU live lamp, green
ÊÊ ÊÊ
Modem*
Modem*
Modem*
VAM*
ÊÊ ASU-INT
MSP-1
MSP-2
ÊÊ ÊÊ
--
--
LCP
CSL
DCC-05
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ morse code indication
ÊÊ
earphone jack (voice, ATIS)
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ MSG-C
ÊÊ Ê
TXDA lamp, green
MOD-110***
ÊÊ Ê
MOD-110
MOD-110
DCC-MV
MSG-C
MSG-S
ÊÊ ÊÊ
SYN
CCP
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ÊÊ Ê pushbutton manual reset
MOD-110
DCC-MV
MSG-C
MSG-S
ÊÊ ÊÊ
SYN
CCP
ÊÊ DC/DC ok (LED)
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ËË ËË ËË PMM
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ËË ËË
ÊÊ
ËË ËË Ê
DCC-28***
DCC-28***
ÊÊ
ËË
ÊÊ ËË ÊÊ
ËË
ÊÊ ËË
ËËËËËË
ÊÊ ËË
ËËËË
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ËËËË ÊÊ
ËËËË
ACC**
ACC**
ACC**
ACC**
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ËËËË ÊÊ
ÊÊ ËËËË Ê
front side ËËË
* optional
** installed in ASU cabinet with 100 W version ËËË *** 100 W version only
Fig. 3-15 Push buttons and indications on the subassemblies inside the rack (1)
ÊÊ
M1 modem operable
LGM
M5* comm. line subsystem
ÊÊ ÊÊ
and RCSE operable
Answ. modem occupies line
ÊÊ
PM1 Answ.
S1 DEE operable
M1 (M5*) S1
ÊÊ ÊÊ
FKS8 connector
Modem*
Modem*
Modem*
VAM*
ASU-INT
ÊÊ
* LGM28.8D1 opt.5
MSP-1
MSP-2
ÊÊ ÊÊ
--
--
CSL
LCP
DCC-05
ÊÊ
LC-CPU
ÊÊ Reset switch
ÊÊ ÊÊ
CSL
ÊÊ
TX1 ON, yellow
pushbutton manual TX1on
Ê ÊÊ
MOD-110
MOD-110
ÊÊ ÊÊ
SYN
CCP
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ
MON1, Monitor Fault, red
MON2, Monitor Fault, red
Switch Assoc./Indep.
ÊÊ
MOD-110***
ÊÊ ÊÊ
MOD-110P/
MOD-110
MOD-110
DCC-MV
MSG-C
MSG-S
ÊÊ
SYN
CCP
Ê ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
Main Switch NAV, TX1, TX2 on/off
ËËË ËËË ÊÊ
ON
PMM F2 F1
OFF
Fuse F1 T1,0H 250V; F2 T6,3H 250V
ÊËËË
ÊËËË ËËË ÊÊ
NAV TX1 TX2
ÊËËË ËËË
ËËË
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
DC/DC ok (LED)
DCC-28***
DCC-28***
ÊËËË
ÊËËË ËËË ÊÊ
ÊËËË ËËË ÊÊ
ÊÊ ËËË ËËË
ËËË
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ËËË ÊÊ
ACC
ÊÊ ËËË ÊÊ
ACC**
ACC**
ACC**
ËËË
ÊÊ ËËË ÊÊ
ÊÊ
R32, fine adjustment battery
charging voltage
ÊÊ Converter on/off
ËËË
ËËË
front side
* optional
** installed in ASU cabinet with 100 W version *** 100 W version only
Fig. 3-16 Push buttons and indications on the subassemblies inside the rack (2)
CAUTION
Never switch on the installation unless the antenna or an adequate dummy load is corĆ
rectly connected! Make sure that the switches on the AC/DC converter are in ON position.
After the alignment procedure is completed use the main switch NAV and then TX1 and/or TX2 on
PMM to switch on the transmitter. The indications on the control and status panel light up.
CHAPTER 4
ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE
The alignment procedure of a DVOR including prerequisites is described in a step by step manner
starting with 4.1. The following list is a summary and also a detailed table of contents.
4.12 RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE MONITOR DISPLAY OF THE RF LEVEL AND THE POWER
4.1.3 Installation
Before operation, the system must complete as follows:
- Transmitter and ASU cabinet, installed,
- Power supply, installed,
- Batteries, installed,
- Antenna system and
- Monitor dipole, installed and cabling complete.
- Mains voltage must be in accordance with assigned input voltage range of BCPS
(nominal 115 to 230 VAC).
- Cabinet has to be fully equipped with all plug-in units.
- Jumpers and DIP-FIX switches of the pertinent pc boards (refer also to 6.2.4) have to be in accorĆ
dance with the system version. To enable battery backup on specific pc boards refer to 4.2.1.1.
- The ADRACS software has been loaded to PC (refer to 4.1.1).
If the alignment is carried out with an antenna simulator instead of the antenna system proceed as
follows:
- Connect the 50 sideband-cables of ASU to the inputs of the Antenna-Simulator, whereby antenĆ
na output No. 1 is to be connected to socket W1 etc.
- Arrange simulator setup according to Fig. 4-4.
- Carry out the alignment of DVOR 432 transmitter and monitor as described in the following, how-
ever Sections 4.3, 4.4, 4.8.1.6, 4.8.1.9, 4.8.1.10 and 4.11 have to be omitted.
4.2.2 Switching On
a) Connect PC serial interface connector (e.g. COM1) to connector Local PC on top of the cabinet
using an interface cable (zero modem cable).
b) Switch on mains and set POWER-switches of BCPS (ACC modules, cabinet) to position ON.
c) Close battery fuse switches (battery fuse box, inside shelter).
d) Set switches TX1/TX2 on PMM (cabinet, front side) to position ON.
e) Set main switch NAV on PMM (cabinet, front side) to position ON. During initialization of the LCP
a buzzer signal is set.
f) Switch to local control with the key-lock switch on the Local Control Interface (LCI).
From the Main Menu in ADRACS program the items Commands (C) and Activities (A) are used in the
alignment procedure of the first setup. Following activities masks are available, composed of different
data sets (listed in section 4.3 of Technical Manual ADRACS, Ref. No. 83140 55324):
- Configuration (CF) - Error Curve (EC)
- Antenna Adjustment (AA) - Alarm Limits M1 (AL1)
- Test Generator (TG) - Alarm Limits M2 (AL2)
- TX1 settings (TS) - Battery/BCPS (BAT)
- Monitor Calibration (MC) - Flight Check2 (FC)
a) Run Adracs Remote Controlling Software, see section 4.2.3, steps a) to c).
b) Perform login procedure at the PC.
c) Click on screen button select in the DVOR status field. The 'Detailed Status' window appears.
d) Select menu Commands. Click on commands Switch both TX ON and Set both MON Bypass ON.
e) Select menu Activities in Main menu and select activities mask 'Configuration'.
f) Enter station type, station frequency and identity morse code for both transmitters and monitors
in the TX1/2 and MON1/2 window.
g) Verify that the MON1/2-window single channel mode is off.
h) Select menu Commands. Click on command Switch both TX OFF.
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
4.3.1.1 Plate-Capacitor CA
a) Remove cover of antenna.
b) Read spacing of capacitor plates CA (Fig. 4-2) for the station
frequency from Fig. 4-1 (e.g. 8.2 mm for 115 MHz).
c) Manufacture an appropriate distance piece in a size equal to the
measure found above (e.g. file head of screw to fit).
d) Loosen lock nuts with spanner and set the plates to the proper
distance with the help of distance piece. The two plates should be
set approximately symmetrical to the frame.
e) Tighten capacitor plates with lock nuts. Then check their distance
once again.
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
REMARK: For this measurement the antenna cover must be put on proĆ
visionally and measuring personnel must have moved away
about 7 m from the antenna under test.
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
e) Insert test probe into antenna 49 and switch through to antenna 48 A/TS
by decrementing. 'M1 RF Level' indicates now decoupling of
antenna 49, which should be again < 160 %. Continue in this
manner until all sideband antennas have been checked.
f) Switch off TX1. C Switch TX1 Off
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
4.5.1 Preparations
a) Switch on TX1. C Switch TX1 On
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
f) Set CSB power to nominal value (30 W or up to 100 W). A/TS T1 Carrier Power
Measure the power. ---,- W
NOTE: If there is a difference between the nominal power and the meaĆ
sured power adjust the power by means of R1 of the Control CouĆ
pler (CCP-D), refer to Fig. 4-5 (BP-T,X16).
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
b) Set 'M1 AGC Adjustment' value to 'M1 RF Level' indication of 100 %. A/TS M1 AGC Adjustment
---,- %
c) Select single-channel mode for monitor 1 (9960 Hz AM AM-Det.) A/TS M1 Single Channel
9960 Hz AM AM-Det
1b5 : SB1-S
1b7 : SB1-C
1b6 : SB2-S
1b8 : SB2-C
b) If difference of levels is greater than 5 % correct levels using the
of following commands:
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
REMARK: Read out and remember the individual levels of the blending signals
for later check.
b) Minimize SB1 power: Connect scope to 1b5 and 1b7 on TEST A/TS T1 SBA Power Level
card in ASU. Reduce SB1-power until clipping of peaks of sinus --,-%
signal. Then increase SB1 power by 5 % (relative).
NOTE: Range of values: 0...99.5, note down value!
c) Minimize SB2 power: Connect scope to 1b6 and 1b8 on A/TS T1 SBB Power Level
TEST card and perform as described in b). --,-%
b) Choose azimuth of transmitter to obtain the azimuth reading of the T1 Azimuth alignment
monitor dipole. ---,-°
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
Set TX2 in the same way as described for TX1 in 4.6.1. Continue to use A/TS TX settings
monitor 1 for monitor indications. Therefore omit 4.6.1.2 b) (do not
change the AGC value of monitor 1 again), but check that the RF level
indication is 100±5 %. Use activity mask A/TS 'TX Settings'.
4.6.3 Setting and Check of Monitor2
4.6.3.1 Monitor 2 with TX1 on Aerial
NOTE: TX1 radiating.
Switch on TX1. C Switch TX1 On
a) RF level
Set 'M2 AGC Adjustment' value to 'M2 RF Level' indication of 100%. A/MC M2 AGC Adjustment
--,- %
If necessary, change 'M2 Digital.Ctrl.Attenuation'. -- dB
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
c) Lower limit: Subtract 1.0° from 'M1 Azimuth' reading and key in A/AL1 M1 Azimuth Lower
this value. Limit ---,- °
4.8.1.2 RF-Level
a) Upper limit, e.g. 123 %. A/AL1 M1 RF Level Upper
Limit --- %
4.8.1.3 30 Hz AM Signal
a) Upper limit, e.g. 34.5 %. A/AL1 M1 Mod. Depth 30 Hz
AM UL --,- %
4.8.1.5 30 Hz FM Signal
a) Upper limit, e.g. 18.4. A/AL1 M1 Mod. Index 30 Hz
FM UL --,-
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
4.8.1.6 RF Phase
a) Choose RF phase 'T1 RF-Phase Measurement'. A/AL1
b) Upper limit: Add 20° to 'T1 RF-Phase Measurement' reading A/AL1 T1 RF Phase Upper
and key in this value. Limit --- °
c) Lower limit: Subtract 20° from 'T1 RF-Phase Measurement' reading A/AL1 T1 RF Phase Lower
and key in this value. Limit --- °
b) Upper limit: Multiply 'M1 Distortion on 9960 Hz AM' reading A/AL1 M1 Distortion on
by 1.2 and key in this value, however max. 60 %. 9960 Hz UL --,-%
4.8.1.8 30 Hz FM Distortion
a) Choose 'M1 Distortion on 30 Hz FM' reading. A/AL1
b) Limit: Add 2 % to 'M1 Distortion on 30 Hz FM' reading and key in A/AL1 M1 Distortion on 30
this value as upper limit, however max. 5 %. Hz FM UL --,- %
b) Upper limit: Add 3 % to 'M1 Distortion on det. LSB' reading A/AL1 M1 Dist. on det. LSB
and key in this value, however max. 15 %. UL --,- %
c) Lower limit: Key in half value of 'M1 Distortion on det. LSB' A/AL1 M1 Dist. on det. LSB
reading . LL --,- %
b) Upper limit: Add 20 % to indication and key in this value, A/AL1 M1 Dist. on det. USB
however max. 80 %. -LSB UL --,-%
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
4.8.2 Monitor 2
Set alarm limits for monitor 2 in the same way as described for A/AL2 Alarm Limits M2
monitor 1 in section 4.8.1. Use Activity mask A/AL2 'Alarm Limits M2'.
b) When the Battery is fully charged, set 'Set Batt. Charge Level' to A/BAT Set Batt. Charge
the same value (Installed Capacity = Charge Level). Level ---.- Ah
NOTE: Divide Installed Capacity by 500 Ah. The battery is fully charged,
when 'battery current' indicates this value.
c) Check alarm limits (UL and LL) for battery half voltage, battery full A/BAT Batt. half Voltage UL
voltage and battery current. Batt. half Voltage LL
Batt. full Voltage UL
Batt. full Voltage LL
Batt. Current UL/LL
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
d) Recalibrate 9960 Hz mod. depth indication of monitor1 for 30 % A/MC M1 Calibrate Mod.
(Recommendation: Perform this after flight check) Depth 9960 Hz
---,- %
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
4.11.2.3 Azimuth
a) Check azimuth indication: 'M1 Azimuth'
b) Change azimuth for desired value according to announcement of A/FC T1 Azimuth Align-
Flight Check Engineer. Record azimuth indication. ment ---,- °
d) Subtract 1.0° from azimuth indication and key in this value as A/AL1 M1 Azimuth Lower
lower limit (Recommendation: Perform this after flight check). Limit ---,- °
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
c) Lower limit:
Change remembered azimuth value by approx. -1° (old value -1) A/FC T1 Azimuth Align-
until bothmonitors alarm. ment ---,- °
NOTE: Range of values: 80.0...120.0. Key in first 88.0 and then 99.0 and
increment down.
d) Upon completion of check by the Flight Check Engineer key in A/FC T1 SBA sinus blen-
recorded value of b) again. ding --,-%
T1 SBA cosinus blen-
ding --,-%
T1 SBB sinus blen-
ding --,-%
T1 SBB cosinus blen-
ding --,-%
Menu/
INSTRUCTION C: Commands
A: Activities Submenu
26 13
24 12
22 11
CA
Loop
20 10
18 9
16 8
14 7
12 6
CTr
10 5 Matching transformer
8 4
C5
6 3 matcher/decoupling module
4 2
2 1
0
108.0 108.5 109.0 109.5 110.0 110.5 111.0 111.5 112.0 112.5 113.0 113.5 114.0 114.5 115.0 115.5 116.0 116.5 117.0 117.5 118.0 118.5 119.0 MHz
CTr
CA
X1
* decoupling module only
Fig. 4-2 Position of capacitors CA, CTr (antenna dome), C5 (matcher/decoupling module)
Antenna
Return Forward
Test cable (30 m)
Decoupling
module x)
10 W
20 dB
CSB
Monitor 1 TX
x) with SB antennas only
R1
(= 10 dB)
R3 (50 W) R2
Directional
coupler
20 dB
3-dB
ÊÊ ÊÊ
Position of measurement
ÊÊ X94 X93 X92
X87
X80
X86 X79
X85
X78
X82
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
point P16 on MSP-VD control line BCPS
X99 X98 X97 X96 X77 X76 X84
X73
front BP-C X74
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X83
V2 X95 -3 - 1
X72 X71 -4 - 2
V3
ÊÊ ÊÊ
V1 X7
X22 X8
ÊÊ BP-T X71
X70 X84
X81 ÊÊ
Ê Ê
X83
(TX1) X72
X85 X82
Ê CA-100/1*
Ê CCP-D
Probe
ÊÊ X16
X80 ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
R1
X70
P16 BP-T X71 X84
X81
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X83
X72
(TX2) X85 X82
ÊÊ X16
X80 ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
not assembled on
MSP-VD, Ref. No. 83135 22301
PMM
Ê Ê
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ Battery and power supply connection
ÊÊ
Ê Ê
ÊÊ ÊÊ
control line BCPS
BP-BCPS
*Version 100 W
TX1 TX2
Ant. No. Nom./° Act./° Error/° Act./° Error/°
(Nom.-Act.) (Nom.-Act.)
1 0,0°
3 14,4°
5 28,8°
7 43,2°
9 57,6°
11 72,0°
13 86,4°
15 100,8°
17 115,2°
19 129,6°
21 144,0°
23 158,4°
25 172,8°
27 187,2°
29 201,6°
31 216,0°
33 230,4°
35 244,8°
37 259,2°
39 273,6°
41 288,0°
43 302,4°
45 316,8°
47 331,2°
49 345,6°
Error spread TX1: TX2:
dB =-0.9691
dB = 0.7918
dB= 10 log P1/P2 ; P1= U12/R ; P2= U22/R (U is according to the RF-level)
dB = 10 log U12/U22
dB = 20 log U1/U2
10dB/20= U1/U2
U 1= U2 x 10dB/20
If the above and below formulae are combined the result is as follows:
P 1= P2 x 102 log U1 / U2
CHAPTER 5
MAINTENANCE
5.1 GENERAL
There are two basic types of maintenance, namely periodic maintenance and normal maintenance.
It is essential to ensure that the radiated signals remain within the fixed tolerances at all times after
the navigation system has been handed over for service to air traffic. With this aim in mind, ICAO recĆ
ommends verifying the most important signal parameters of the ground station within the framework
of periodic maintenance. In Navaids 400, all the main parameters are maintained at the preset values
throughout the entire life of the system by means of a microprocessor controlled transmitter, so that
drift as a result of ageing should not normally occur. In addition, the radiated signals are checked by
two high-precision microprocessor controlled monitors. These prevent fault signals from being
emitted by either switching over to the standby transmitter or shutting down the system completely.
Since, moreover, no parts which are subject to mechanical wear and tear are used, the periodic mainĆ
tenance intervals can be made longer than usual and the number of measurements restricted to a
minimum. Due to the measurement facilities which are integrated in the system, only a few external
instruments are required. In addition to the periodic maintenance tasks, there are a few activities of
normal maintenance which should be performed as and when necessary.
5.2 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
NOTE: The items marked with an asterisk (*) are normally performed continuously via a conĆ
nected RMMC.
Compare also measuring values with those of recorded data (refer to section 5.2.4)
Handling with subassemblies regard instructions in section 5.2.1.
We recommend performing the maintenance activities listed in the table below once every month or
six months. The following measuring instruments are required for this:
- Personal Computer (Laptop or standard PC; used for maintenance on site)
- Headphones (600 ohms, 3.5 mm plug; for station identification)
- Portable field dipole
- RF terminating resistor (50 ohms, 1 W)
- Multimeter
- Battery maintenance equipment (acidimeter, acid syringe, areometer, thermometer, funnel).
No. Monthly maintenance
1 Check system status/visual inspection (refer to 5.2.2)
2 Check station frequency of former master transmitter*
3 Check station identification of former master transmitter*
4 Check settings of both transmitters and monitors*
5 Check measured values of former master transmitter and monitors*
7 Check switch over function by simulating monitor alarm and changing master transmitter*
8 Check station frequency of new master transmitter*
9 Check station identification of new master transmitter*
10 Check measured values of new master transmitter and monitors*
A grounding strip with a large cross-sectional area is connected between the shelter grounding terĆ
minal, the equipment racks and the worktable to act as the system ground and to eliminate electroĆ
static charges. It is firmly connected to the table and a grounding bus on the working surface. This
system ground should not be connected to either the mains protective ground conductor or to housĆ
ings and grounds of external consumers, i.e. consumers not associated with the worktable, except
at the potential equalization bus for the overall installation. The protective ground wire offered with
mains cable or plug connections is not suitable for potential equalization of equipment on a worktable.
Depending on local circumstances, it can carry quite high RF interference voltages. Mains-supplied
equipment, power supplies and test equipment should be connected via two-wire cables and two-
pin plugs.
For measures to be taken with respect to components sensitive to electricostatic charging (MOS, Low
Power Schottky) please refer to the customer service documentation of the manufacturer. If an emĆ
ployee is required to handle subassemblies for transport purposes, he should place both hands flat
on a grounded surface beforehand (e.g. on the ground bus of the work table). The module can be
picked up by its insulator immediately following this potential equalization. It is safer to avoid touching
the terminals. Only remove short-circuit links where absolutely necessary. Place printed circuit
boards only on tables with a conductive, grounded working surface. Leave individual subassemblies
in the antistatic plastic bags for as long as possible.
- shelter
- counterpoise
- antenna radomes
- monitor dipole, monitor mast and cable
- fence around the station
- tight fitting of all RF cable connections (internal and external).
- tight fitting of all screwed connections (internal and external, electrical and mechanical).
5.2.3 Cleaning
CAUTION
Cleaning aids, such as brushes and dusters, must be made of antistatic material. See also
the instructions in Section 5.2.1.
- Shelter
Brushes, dusters and a vacuum cleaner should be used to clean the transmitter rack and the rack
for the battery-charged power supply. The transmitter room should not be cleaned with a broom,
but rather using a vacuum cleaner. The floor should be washed regularly every 6 month. The deterĆ
gent should be added in small quantities only to the water; no aggressive cleaning agents should
be used. Floor cleaning agents should be avoided, since these have the same effect as a dielectric
and encourage the build-up of static charges.
The air filters of the fans, ventilation openings or air conditioners in the shelter should be checked
from time to time in accordance with the volume of dirt which accumulates at the particular location.
The filters should be replaced by new ones before they become clogged. If no new filters are availĆ
able, the dirt may - as an exceptional measure - be banged out of the old filter to permit the filter
to be re-used. Damaged filters on the other hand, should not be re-used. If an air conditioner
should become iced-up, switch it off and let it defrost. Observe the manufacturers maintenance
recommendations.
The separate battery compartment should be dusted out once a year. Avoid transferring dirt from
the battery compartment into the transmitter room.
- Transmitter rack
Only two types of alcohol, namely Ethyl alcohol or Glycol,or clean water should be used to remove
layers of dirt on the LCP panel. Check that key-lock switch is not in position LOCAL so that
unintentional control is avoided. Cleaning procedure: Moisten a cloth with one of the liquids menĆ
tioned above and remove dirt. Dusting of the subassemblies should only take place in conjunction
with removal of a subassembly when this becomes necessary in any case for some other purpose.
Even then, subassemblies should only be dusted if dust can be detected by means of a visual
check. They should always be dusted using a soft brush, and if possible with the aid of a vacuum
cleaner. During such operations it is essential to observe all precautionary measures described
in Section 5.2.1 for voltage-sensitive semiconductors.
The counterpoise, the RF cables, the ground wires with connections, and the antenna (PALESIT
seal) should be subjected to a visual check for corrosion and cracks at intervals to be determined
in accordance with the particular climatic conditions. In case of a heavy snowfall, the snow should
be removed from the counterpoise of the antenna. Air traffic control should be informed before the
counterpoise is mounted.
To back up data in the non volatile RAM in case of a voltage drop, the subassemblies MSG-C,
MSP-VD (MSP-D) and LCP contain Lithium batteries. Lithium batteries have an extended life time.
The battery voltage is checked by the BIT of the system. The individual batteries are soldered to the
pc boards. The battery back up function is enabled via jumpers, set during first setup or before replacĆ
ing the respective pc board. Always observe the label on the battery. The Lithium battery has to be
replaced by the same battery type. Other types of lithium battery are not approved by Thales ATM.
WARNING
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C or incinerate the lithium cell. Do not
short circuit, or solder directly on the cell. Disregard of the norms regarding the use of
lithium batteries may cause risk of fire, explosion or leaking out of toxid liquid and gas.
Run-down batteries are objects that can pollute the environment and must be disposed
of with proper precautions.
CAUTION
Contents of the RAM will be lost when the jumper is opened which enables battery voltage
to the RAM device.
We recommend switching the transmitter whose Lithium batteries are to be replaced over to
standby operation and then switching it off. The other transmitter will remain switched onto the anĆ
tenna. This will ensure that any interference resulting unintentionally from the replacement proceĆ
dure will not affect the radiated signal. A soldering iron with a grounded soldering tip should be
used. A battery short-circuit via the soldering iron for the duration of soldering is unlikely to harm
the relatively high-impedance battery, but should however be avoided wherever possible. The
procedures is as follows:
NOTE: If the rack supply voltage needs to be disconnected during the period when the batteries
are unsoldered, the charge stored in the circuit capacitors will protect the RAM contents
for approx. 30 s. If the information is lost however, all transmitter parameters must be re-
entered when the batteries have been resoldered.
CAUTION
The BCPS has a fixed voltage of 54 V±3 % for parallel operation with lead batteries. It is not possible
to vary the output voltage for operation with other types of battery, e.g. nickel cadmium batteries. An
adjustment of ±1 V is however possible on the front panel of the slide in units. This is intended for
optimization of the trickle charge. The most important parameter for operation of lead batteries at the
BCPS is the trickle charge voltage. This voltage is 2.23 V/cell ±1% in accordance with VDE (registered
society of german electrical engineers). In the interests of optimizing the charge Thales ATM has utiĆ
lized the upper tolerance limits and fixed the trickle charge voltage at 2.25 V/cell. This results in a trickle
charge voltage of 54 V for a battery with a rated voltage of 48 V. Strictly speaking however this fixed
trickle charge value of 54 V is only valid at a temperature of 20 °C in the battery compartment. If the
temperature rises above 20 °C, it is necessary to reduce the voltage in order to maintain a sufficient
difference with respect to the gassing voltage of 2.4 V cell. If the temperature falls below 20 °C, it is
necessary to increase the charging voltage in order to ensure optimum charging. The relationship
between the temperature and the charging voltage is shown in the table below. It is valid for the types
of battery proposed or provided by Thales ATM. Please consult the manufacturer if using other types.
It is not necessary in moderate climatic zones to take seasonal fluctuations into account. If the batterĆ
ies are accommodated inside a shelter or a building, the fluctuations between summer and winter are
not very great, and the mean temperature will not deviate substantially from 20 °C. In such cases it
is not necessary to optimize the trickle charge voltage as described here. This only becomes necesĆ
sary if the batteries are installed outside the shelter or in hot or cold zones without an air-conditioned
battery compartment.
If the mean annual temperature is known during the installation phase, adjustments can be carried
out by the Thales ATM installation team. Otherwise they should be carried out by the customer's own
maintenance personnel as follows.
NOTE: This procedure is performed once during installation or if other battery types are used.
The battery must be connected. Switch off the transmitters. Using the switches on the front panel
switch off the ACC units except the outer left one, which has to be adjusted first. Beginning with left
ACC unit adjust the ACC units as follows:
- Connect a digital voltmeter to the test jacks on the front panel of the switched-on ACC unit.
- Set the desired voltage carefully at the potentiometer on the front panel with the aid of a calibration
screwdriver. It should be possible to obtain the value specified in the table in 5.3.3.1 to within a
tolerance of ±0.2 V.
- Switch off the adjusted ACC unit.
- Switch on the next ACC unit and adjust it in the same way.
- Adjust all installed ACC units in the same way.
When all units have been set in this way measurements should be performed as follows:
The values should not deviate from the set value by more than ±1 %. If the deviation is greater, the
relevant module can be determined by deactivating the power units individually and observing the
voltage change. The voltage of this unit must then be corrected upwards or downwards. The BCPS
is then ready for service.
For countries in Europe, the sets of lead batteries in the navigation installations are normally supplied
already filled and charged by the manufacturer. On site the batteries then merely need to be installed
and connected to the power supply unit of the navigation installation. Batteries supplied in a non-
filled state to their point of installation must be set up, filled and charged there in accordance with the
manufacturers handling specifications. The batteries can be supplied non-filled in either a dry pre-
charged state, or a non pre-charged state (see 5.4.1.3.2 and 5.4.1.3.3 ). The battery may not be
removed from its transport packing until immediately prior to startup.
CAUTION
Maintenance-free batteries have to be set into operation within half a year after delivery
to prevent drawback in the battery lifetime.
a) Installation on site, interconnection of the cells with the cell connectors and connection to the
electrical installation;
b) Filling with accumulator acid;
c) Immediate subsequent charging or activation of the plates (see 5.4.1.3)
d) Immediate subsequent activation in standby parallel mode.
These instructions do not cover the installation work, but instead deal merely with filling and activation
using tools which, even in remote areas, are either available or easily obtainable. They moreover apĆ
ply only to batteries for which a rated acid density of 1.24 kg/l is specified by the manufacturer, e.g.
Gro E, iron-clad and block batteries, and not to starter batteries or batteries with a fixed electrolyte.
The aids required are as follows:
Accumulator acid The acid must have a particular density. If this value is incorrect, the mixture
should be made up of high-density sulphuric acid and specially purified waĆ
ter (see 5.4.1.2.2 ).
Diluted sulphuric acid and specially purified water are used for filling and topping up lead batteries.
The regulations specified in VDE 0510 (regulations for accumulators and battery installations), acĆ
cording to which no components which may be harmful to the plates may be used, must be conĆ
formed with. Particularly harmful substances are chlorine, which is present both in the water and in
the acid, and iron which is sometimes contained in the acid. These impurities can however easily be
evidenced. Only specially purified water, i.e. water which has been distilled or fully desalted, may be
used. It must moreover be clear, colorless and odorless
CAUTION
Boiled water, rainwater, well water, river water, tap water or condensation from machines,
heating systems etc. are unsuitable.
The sulphuric acid and the water should be kept in glass or plastic containers, which must be sealed
and covered carefully. Dust and vapors which penetrate may contaminate originally pure liquids.
WARNING
When mixing high-density acid with water the acid must be added to the water in a thin
stream whilst stirring with a clean wooden rod. If the water is added to the acid, the latter
will splash dangerously.
50 1,600
50
60 1,710
40 1,800
70
A
30
80
20 90
10 100
0
values at 20 °C (68 °F) 1,180 1,220 1,260 1,300 1,340
* mixed acid: available high-density acid nominal density of accumulator acid (kg/l)
100 l accumulator acid with a density of 1.24 kg/l is required. The mixing acid available has a density
of 1.71 kg/l. The intersection A on the right-hand side of the chart (Fig. 5-1) is obtained as follows:
The slope 1.71 (density of mixed acid) intersects the vertical 1.24 (nominal density of accumulator
acid). The horizontal through point A intersects the slope at 72 l (specified purified water) and the vertiĆ
cal at 31 l (quantity of mixed acid) in the left-hand section of the chart. The two quantities must then
be mixed in order to obtain 100 l acid with a density of 1.24 kg/l. This chart is only valid for temperaĆ
tures of +20 °C. For other operating temperatures see 5.4.1.2.3 .
When purchasing mixed acid it may be that the quantity is specified in kilograms on the container.
The chart (Fig. 5-1) is however only valid for quantities specified in liters. Kilograms can be converted
to liters as follows:
Quantity in kg
Quantity in l =
Acid density in kg/l
The nominal acid density of fixed batteries is valid at an acid temperature of 20 °C. If the temperature
increases the density will be reduced by 0.0007 kg/l per °C; if the temperature falls it will be increased
accordingly. Thus if the temperature rises by 15 °C the density will be reduced by approx 0.01 kg/l;
if the temperature falls by 15 °C the density will be increased by approx. 0.01 kg/l. The chart (Fig. 5-2)
shows the acid densities for various temperatures in relation to a temperature of +20 °C.
measured density
kg/l
40
1,25
1,25
30
1,20 1,20 20
10
1,15
1,15 0
1,10 -10
1,10
-20
Fig. 5-2 Chart showing the relationship between the acid density and the temperature
WARNING
Caution should be observed when opening the inspection plugs. On no account should
salt crystals or other foreign bodies be allowed to get into the acid is reached.
Caution should be observed when topping up with specially purified water and when meaĆ
suring the acid density. Remove splashes of liquid, or conductive layers might form, allowĆ
ing creepage. Seal the inspection plugs again.
Caution should be observed when mixing high-density acid with water. The acid should
be added to the water in a thin stream whilst stirring with a clean wooden rod. If water is
added to the acid, the latter will splash dangerously.
Splashes of acid should be neutralized and salts removed using a lukewarm soda soluĆ
tion (100 g soda to 1 l water).
Care should be taken to ensure that no soda solution gets into the cells. After treating with
the soda solution, clean with clear water and wipe dry.
Sufficient ventilation should be provided for the battery compartment. The acid vapors are
aggressive; be careful of clothing.
Specially marked and stored test leads should be used for battery measurements on acĆ
count of the acid residues which may be present.
The following points should be observed in order to prevent false acid density measurements with
the areometer:
a) The areometer float should not stick to the side or hit the top, and should always be clean.
b) When the battery is charged or discharged a period of about 30 minutes should be waited
before commencing measurements in order to allow time for the acid density between and
above the plates to become uniform.
c) If specially purified water is used for topping up, no measurements should be performed for
the next few hours.
d) If the temperature should deviate substantially from the reference temperature of +20 °C, this
should be taken into consideration when performing measurements (the density decreases with
higher temperatures and increases with lower temperatures).
A particular quantity of accumulator acid is required for each battery type. This quantity is specified
by the manufacturer or is defined by the cell levels (acid level indicator or max. marking on the cell
box). The tolerance of the accumulator acid density is ± 0.01 kg/l.The acid temperature should not
exceed +35 _C, since heat is developed internally following filling, and higher acid temperatures may
cause the maximum permitted battery temperature to be exceeded.
In hot climates with the associated high ambient temperatures it is particularly difficult to cool down
the batteries during the day. We therefore recommend slowly filling the batteries half full in such reĆ
gions, then filling them right up the next day after they have cooled down during the night.
NOTE: The battery should not be removed from its transport packaging until immediately prior
to the startup (see also Section 5.4.1.1).
5.4.1.3 Startup
5.4.1.3.1 General
The initial charging fully activates the plates, and for this special rules and data apply which deviate
from the standard values for battery operation and charging procedures. If the initial charging proceĆ
dure is not performed in accordance with the specifications, the plates will only be partly activated;
coarse sulphates will be produced, and the batteries will not reach their full capacity. Such damage
can only sometimes be eliminated by means of a time-consuming desulphating procedure.
As mentioned above in 5.4.1.1, the batteries may be supplied non-filled in either a dry pre-charged
state, or a non pre-charged state. This is not apparent externally except from the color of the plates.
The positive plate of activated batteries has a brown coloring (Pb O2), whilst the negative plate is light
grey (Pb).
Dry pre-charged batteries are activated by the manufacturer. They can be started up simply by filling
the battery with accumulator acid of the specified acid density. The battery can then be operated in
the navigation installation without any further delay. This however applies only to brand new batteries,
since these batteries are extremely sensitive to climatic conditions.If dry pre-charged batteries are
stored for some time without being filled with acid, the plates will gradually become deactivated. This
process is accelerated in a moist or warm environment.They will be completely deactivated after
about 6 months, and the battery must be treated and started up in almost the same way as a non-actiĆ
vated battery. The initial charging procedure will take more or less time depending on the storage periĆ
od and the state of the plates.
These batteries have the longest initial charging period. They can be recognized by the fact that the
acid density drops substantially 1 to 2 hours after filling (density <1.15 kg/l), and/or the acid temperaĆ
ture rises by a few degrees.
WARNING
There is a particular risk during the charging procedure, since oxyhydrogen gas develops
in the gassing level of the battery acid is reached. It is therefore forbidden to use naked
flames or incandescent bodies in the vicinity of accumulators. Sufficient ventilation should
be provided for the battery compartment. The acid vapors are aggressive, therefore care
should be taken of clothing.
The battery manufacturers specify various methods with settings and nominal data. The appropriate
instructions are contained in the handling specifications accompanying with each battery. A constant
current charge (I-characteristic) is used for the battery charged power supply in the navigation instalĆ
lation. Two test shunts, which generate a voltage drop of 2 mV/A, are installed in the BCPS. Current
measurements can thus be performed via the software.
The acid density and temperature must be measured and noted once an hour during the charging
procedure at every 6th or 3rd cell (test cells). The same applies to the battery voltage, which should
be measured at the battery poles. For voltage measurements see Chapter 5.4.1.1).The duration of
the charging procedure depends on the state of the plates, and should be at least 6 hours.The crucial
factor for determining the end of the charging procedure is that the battery voltage and the acid densiĆ
ty no longer rise over a test interval of 2 hours, and that the nominal values have been reached.If the
acid density and the battery voltage do not reach their nominalvalues despite absolute conformance
with the charging specifications, the charging procedure must be continued with the same charging
data for a further 10 hours. If the acid density still does not reach its nominal value, the acid density
must be adjusted. If the density is too low, higher-density acid (mixed acid) must be added. If the
acid density is too high, specially purified water must be used for topping up. The temperature and
acid level must be taken into consideration when measuring the density, in other words the nominal
acid density is valid when the acid level indicator is at max.
If water is lost during the charging procedure on account of gassing, the acid must be topped up with
specially purified water. If it is necessary to correct the acid density or acid level, the battery must be
topped up beforehand with specially purified water. If it is necessary to correct the acid density or acid
level, the battery must be charged again with the same charging values for approx. 1 hour in order
to make sure the acid is properly mixed. This is ensured by means of the gassing which results.The
acid temperature must be monitored during the charging procedure. This is particularly important in
case of high ambient temperatures. The acid temperature may not exceed 55 °C. If a temperature
of 50 °C is reached, a cooling period should be allowed until the temperature has dropped to 35 °C
again.
The battery is ready for service when the nominal values have been reached and each cell has the
correct acid level (max. marking of acid level indicator). Finally the outside of the battery should be
cleaned with water to remove acid and dirt. The battery should then be installed immediately in the
navigation installation, and operated in standby parallel mode. This procedure ensures that the batĆ
tery is always charged, but that it is not operated close to the gassing level. The charge characteristic
of the BCPS (current/voltage characteristic or I-U characteristic) ensures that the limit values speciĆ
fied by the battery manufacturer are conformed with, including subsequently charging and dischargĆ
ing operation. No further measures are necessary.
NOTE: Each battery cell/battery must have the same charge or discharge state on account of the
series connection.
The following table summarizes the procedure.
The maintenance chapters below refer to the scope of check to be carried out. The checks and related
operations should be performed regularly every 2 to 3 months. The Basic Rules for Handling Batteries
(see 5.4.1.2.4 ) should be observed.
The battery box with batteries, boxes, terminals and connections should be kept clean and dry. When
performing the regular check pay special attention to the poles and cell connections, since these are
particularly subject to acid aggression and susceptible to the formation of salt crystals, especially at
the plus-pole. The poles and cell connections should be greased slightly with an acid-resistant
Vaseline following cleaning.
The acid density should be measured using the areometer. False measurements can be avoided by
observing the rules, see 5.4.1.2.4 . The density of accumulator acid is 1.24 ± 0.01 kg/l at 20 °C when
the battery is charged. If the temperature deviates substantially from the reference temperature of
20 °C, this should be taken into account when measurements are performed.
The cells should be topped up in good time with specially purified water. A visual check of the cells
should be done approx. every 2 to 3 month. An acid level indicator with two markings 10 mm apart
is incorporated in one of the cells for determining the nominal acid level. If this indicator is missing,
the cells should be topped up to 15 mm above the top of the plates. It is not always possible to obtain
specially purified or desalinated water of the required quality at the point of installation. In countries
where the water quality is inadequate the specially purified or fully desalinated water in stock should
be checked before use in accordance with the handling specifications of the battery manufacturer
(test chemicals supplied if required). If the purified water does not meet the specifications, it must be
post-treated (ion exchanger or distilling apparatus - supplied on request) or suitable water must
be obtained.
CAUTION
The battery guarantee is only valid if the accumulator acid and water have the necessary
degree of purity.
The nominal voltage of the lead cells has been fixed at 2.0 V. The no-load voltage is 2.04 to 2.1 V
depending on the acid density. The discharge voltage is dependent on the discharge current.
The higher the discharge current, the lower will be the cell voltage and vice versa. Under normal operĆ
ating conditions with trickle charging the cell voltage is 2.25 V. In case of a failure or disconnection
of the 230 or 115 V mains voltage resulting in discharging of the batteries, the cell voltage will be
2.1...1.75 V after about 5 minutes up to disconnection of the PMM. The cell voltage should not fall
below 1.75 V during discharging. This is ensured by the supervision of the (D)VOR installation. The
cell voltage can be measured either as described in 5.4.1.1 or using a multimeter. Only special test
leads provided exclusively for battery measurements should be used however, due to of the acid resiĆ
dues which may be present at the battery poles. It is sufficient to check the voltage of all cells under
charging current every 2 to 3 months.
CHAPTER 6
FAULT LOCATION AND REPAIR
6.1 FAULT LOCATION
6.1.1 General
Fault location in the DVOR System can be executed with the PC and ADRACS (see Section 6.1.2)
or with the fault location support procedure in Section 6.1.3. You should print out all settings, BITE
values and monitor values of the transmitter, the monitor and LCP on the finally set system that has
reached operating temperature. This data consists of the reference values, a knowledge of which will
substantially facilitate troubleshooting. These values are assumed for the following troubleshooting
procedure. If HF modules are replaced, the printout should be updated because HF modules have
greater tolerances. This log of the ACTUAL state is a basis for the troubleshooting procedure.
NOTE: Both SB1, SB2 and SBA, SBB are used as term for sideband signals in CVOR/DVOR sysĆ
tems. SBA, SBB are used normally for CVOR (signals to dipole A or B), the terms SB1,
SB2 are generally used in other Navaids 400 systems.
6.1.2 Fault Evaluation with PC and ADRACS
Any fault is stored in the system memory, which occurs in the installation and is acknowledged by
the internal BIT and which leads to a WARNING or ALARM indication. Fault location in Navaids 400
can be performed by use of the BIT report in the ADRACS program. This report is available in the conĆ
figuration menu of the ADRACS program:
- Move mouse cursor to field TRANSMITTER or MONITOR or LCP, a cursor more appears.
- Click twice for more information about transmitter or monitor or LCP. The ensuing BIT results are
displayed and can be interpreted or printed out.
6.1.3 Fault Location Support DVOR (50 W and 100 W)
In addition to the BIT fault report ( see 6.1.2), the following fault location tables list typical faults, which
may occur in a DVOR installation. The tables contain 5 columns: Step, Fault, A to C. To execute fault
location in the following tables, start with left column and proceed to the right following A, B or C, and
then from next row in A to C, if necessary.
6.1.3.1 Power Supply and Module Indicators
The BIT fault report (see 6.1.2) indicates faulty operating voltages, so that the defective module
(AC/DC converter or DC/DC converter) can be defined and replaced. Before replacing the AC/DC
converters, check mains power supply. Before locating a fault, try to define roughly the defective funcĆ
tional group, i.e. power supply, transmitter, antenna, monitor or LCP. A first localization is done by evalĆ
uating the LED indicators on the various modules (see Figs. 3-15, 3-16):
Step Fault A B C
1 ACC LED out? ACC switched to ON? Check power supply to
ACC or change ACC
2 DCC LED out? ACC switched to ON? Check power supply to
TX1/TX2 at PMM switched on? DCC or change DCC
3 LCP Live-lamp out? DC operating voltage ok? Reset LCP
4 MSP-VD Live-lamp out? DC operating voltage ok? Resetprocessor
5 MSG-C Live-lamp out? DC operating voltage ok? Resetprocessor
6 CSL MON1 LED lit? Monitor 1 faulty Check according to followĆ
MON2 LED lit? Monitor 2 faulty ing tables 6.1.3.2 ff.
TX1 ON LED out? TX1 power supply on?
TX2 ON LED out? TX2 power supply on?
The bottom LED on the The processor has stopped. Attempt a reset; if the proĆ
MSG-C is off or lights up with Every interruption is an indicaĆ cessor stops again, the
briefinterruptions. tion of a processor fault. MSG-C is defective. Do
not repeat this; the procesĆ
sor must start up itself and
must not stop.
The second LED from the top The LCP polls the transmitter, 1) Replace the MSG-C
on the MSG-C lights up at ok.
brief intervals. 2) Check the 64-pole flat
ribbon cables from BP-C,
The second LED from the top The LCP does not poll the connector X82, to LCP,
on the MSG-C stays permaĆ transmitter, or the transmitter is and connector X71/TX1
nently off. not receiving the data. (X72/TX2) to BP-T, conĆ
nector X70.
The top LED on the MSG-C The transmitter is not respondĆ 2) Check the 64-pole ribĆ
stays permanently off. ing to the polling calls of the bon cable from BP-C
LCP. (X71/TX1 or X72/TX2), to
BP-T, connector X70.
Step Fault A B C
3.1 One monitor Fault in the monitor dipole Fault in the HF cable from Search for the fault in the
good, one moĆ monitor dipole to transmitter bad monitor and continue
nitor bad with 8.1.
3.2 Bothmonitors Search for the fault in the line
show the same from monitor dipole to transĆ
fault. mitter or in the transmitter.
3.2.1 Antenna or Measure the leading HF sigĆ TX1/2 BITE ADC-1: ACA1 If the rated value is good,
cable defective. nal at the transmitter output. examine the monitor. If the
signal is too low, search
Check the returning signal at TX1/2 BITE ADC-1: ACA1R for the fault in the transmitĆ
the transmitter output. normal? Otherwise, check the ter.
impedance of the transmitter's
termination.
3.2.2 Transmitter inĆ CSB power correctly set? TX1/2-Adjustm. CSB-Power? The nominal value should
correctlyset. be set here.
3.2.3 Transmitter RF CSB power switched off via TX1/2 BITE Digital: CSB-Power State must
power off? the control bit? CSB-Power State? be ON.
3.2.4 Supply voltage One or several supply voltĆ MON1/2 BITE Measurement: Nominal voltage ±5 %; in
for HF section? ages considerably below the DCC-MV TX1/2 (+28 V) the event of a fault, reĆ
minimum? supplies the modulators. place the power supply,
DCC-MV or DCC-28.
TX1/2-BITE ADC-2: V281
(+28 V) supplies CA-100*.
3.2.5.1 Synthesizer Synthesizer operating outside MON1/2 Measurement:
of the frequency range from Carrier Frequency?
108 to 118MHz Both monitors show a freĆ Replace the synthesizer.
quency error.
Only one monitor shows a freĆ Replace corr. MSP-VD or
quency error. check cable; see 8.6, 8.7.
3.2.5.2 Synthesizer Synthesizer HF output level TX1/2 BITE Digital: Replace the synthesizer.
too low. Synth. Level CSB-Signal?
3.2.6 Switched off because the conĆ TX1/2 BITE Digital: If yes, continue with
trol loop has a discontinuity. Loop Modulator CSB-1? 3.2.6.1.
3.2.6.1 Control loop of First set CSB=0 W. RF-Level >50 %:
the transmitter Then set CSB=5 W or less. control loop open, thin HF - Check cable
has a discontiĆ cable has come off CA-100,
nuity. or has been pressed out of - Check cable
CCP-D,
Directional coupler in the - Replace CA-100*
CA-100* defective or has a
discontinuity,
MOD 110 for CSB is defective - Replace MOD-110 for
CSB
or CCP-D defective - Replace CCP-D
3.2.6.2 Check ampliĆ First set CSB=0 W, 30 % < RF-Level <40 % Modulation depth at nomiĆ
tude control Then set CSB=0.1 Pnom. Control loop is good. nal power is reduced
loop. CA-100* only operating with Replace CA-100*.
partial power.
3.2.7 Control signal from the TX1/2 BITE ADC2: Substantially less than the
MSG-S is too low. Set the CSB_1S2, CSB_1_ST_6 at the nominal value.
transmitter's nominal power. nominal value? Replace the MSG-S
TX1/2Measurement:
CSB Amplitude Measurement?
5.2.1.1 Signals ASB1 and ASB2 at Compare drive signals If results equal or greater
the output of the modulators SB1A_ST3 and SB2A_ST3 than the original values,
are lower than the basic adĆ with the original values. replace the corresponding
justment. modulator.
The fault may also be cauĆ
sed by the CCP-D.
5.2.1.2 Amplitude of the sideband TX1/2 Adjustments: If SB1 and SB2 amplitude
transmitter is too low: SB1 power level, measurementsdeviate
- SB level set correctly? SB2 power level <±5 % to former measuĆ
red value (same operating
state), the output level is
ok.
Phase control voltage for both TX1/2 BITE ADC-2: Deviation >1V, replace
SB modulators ok? ControlSB2P_ST_3 MSG-S
The fault is presumed in the monitor. As both monitors are independent of one another, only one monitor will show the fault.
Step Fault A B C
8.1 Status check The third LED from above on The processor is running, ok
by LEDs the MSP-VD lights up continĆ
uously. This is the Live lamp.
The third LED from above on The processor has stopped. Attempt a reset; if the proĆ
the MSP-VD is off or lights Every interruption is an indicaĆ cessor stops again, the
up with brief interruptions. tion of a processor fault. MSP-VD is faulty, replace.
The second LED from the top The LCP polls the monitor, ok.
on the MSP-VD lights up at
brief intervals.
The LCP does not poll the
The second LED from the top monitor, or the monitor is not 1) Replace MSP-VD
on the MSP-VD stays permaĆ receiving the data. 2) Replace LCP
nently off.
The top LED on the MSP-VD The monitor sends data to the
lights up at brief intervals. LCP, ok
If the modulation depth of the The second monitor does not The corresponding MSP is
identifier is greater than 4 %, detect the identity. defective and must be reĆ
the bottom green LED must placed.
indicate the identity tone.
8.6 One monitor The monitor measures the freĆ MSP-VD defective Replace MSP-VD.
shows a wrong quency of both transmitters
carrier frequenĆ wrongly or shows 0 kHz.
cy.
Both monitors measure the Wrong frequency, but f 0 Synthesizerdefective
frequency of one transmitter
correctly, but measure the freĆ Frequency 0 kHz or 0.1 kHz. Synthesizer defective or
quency of the other wrongly. 64-pole flat ribbon cable
from BP-C, connector
X71/TX1 (X72/TX2) to
BP-T, connector X70, deĆ
fective or has come loose.
The LCP is the focal point for communication which interfaces the local PC and the Remote Control to the transmitters and
monitors. The LCP evaluates directly the battery and the mains monitoring. The LCP consists of two boards: LC-CPU, LCI.
Step Fault A B C
9.1 Live lamp off LCP board: live lamp on LC- Standstill of LCP-processor Measure at back panel
CPU off. Liquid crystal display or/and possibly no power supĆ BP-C the '5VK' voltage
screen is dark. Keys do not ply. against GND:
function.
ALARM and NORMAL remain Reset Processor of LC-CPU If 5VK is 4,9 V change
lit, LCD screen is dark. board. ALARM and NORMAL DCC-3-05.
indicatorslightsimultaneously,
until processor is initializing If 5VK is 4,9 V, check
and extinguish after that. 14-pole flat ribbon cable
from CSL front (connector
Execute lamp test: Press siĆ X4) to LCP ( connector
multaneously keys XMTR and CT5).
MON at front panel. Indicators
must light, the buzzer gives a If lamp test is not successĆ
short tone. For this test the ful though the 5VK voltage
processor and software must is ok, the LCP is faulty. ReĆ
run. place completely the LCP.
LCI: LCD LCP board: live lamp on Check ±15 V voltage supply If ok, replace LCI board
screen dark LC-CPU on. from CSL. with LCD display.
If check fauls again, reĆ
place CSL.
9.2 Live lamp on Transmitter rack, LCP: The At least one *.sit file is missing
display in MAIN STATUS field or damaged in the LCP.
indicates WARNING.
The RAM-check states a fault.
Call Menu 'RC Management'
in ADRACS:
⇒Control,
⇒File Transfer,
⇒Show RAM Directory All files available?
If necessary, restore the
floppy backup of the *.sit
files.
9.3 Live lamp on Transmitter rack, LC: The LCD The *.sit files are ok.
screen shows "Actual InstallaĆ
tion DVOR 432".
"Maintenance Alert Warning" e.g. the battery at the LCP is Backup data. Replace the
in the LCD screen is indiĆ weak, UBat < 3.2 V . Lithium battery at the LCP.
cated. Call Menu "MainteĆ
nance Data" for more informaĆ
tion.
9.4 No commuĆ The LCP is ok. Indications Interface cable between PC Check cable? Are the origĆ
nication beĆ and controls directly at the and LCP is defective or conĆ inal cable used:
tween PC and LCP are operating, but operaĆ tacts are contaminated. Connector 9-pole, 0-MoĆ
LCP. tion via PC is not possible. dem cable?
At least one MSP-VD and The fault can be located possiĆ Replace first MSP-VD or
MSG-C communicates with bly in the LCP or in the transĆ MSG-C, than LCP (or
the LCP. mitter or monitor subassemĆ LC-CPU) if replacement
blies (MSP or MSG-C) of MSG-C/MSP-VD was
notsuccessful.
In order to avoid risks to persons and consequential damage to subassemblies, the releĆ
vant transmitter must be switched off. The battery-charged power supply (BCPS) must
always be disconnected from the mains before any work, other than measuring the voltĆ
age is carried out on it. RF cables must not be bent to a radius of less than 50 mm.
Use switch TX1 or TX2 prior to removing or inserting a subassembly or prior to removing a plug-in
connector during the course of repair and maintenance activities (see Section 6.2.3.1 for exceptions).
Switches TX1 and TX2 deactivate the DC converters for the transmitter 1 and transmitter 2 subassemĆ
blies respectively. The subassemblies which are common to both transmitters are exceptions: they
cannot be switched on and off with either TX1 or TX2. Switch NAV deactivates the complete equipĆ
ment.
6.2.1.1.3 Handling Electrostatically Sensitive Subassemblies
The ILS and (D)VOR installations contain subassemblies (plug-in cards) equipped with components
which are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. When replacing subassemblies and plug-in cards
containing electrostatically sensitive components, special precautionary measures should be taken
during removal, transport and installation in order to prevent damage to the components. We refer
to the customer documentation of the manufacturer.
To remove a subassembly:
- Switch off the system before beginning the replacement procedure.
- Eliminate any static body charges by touching the frame of the grounded system (rack) with both
hands.
- Remove the subassembly and lay it down on a bench with a grounded conductive worktop.
- Pack the subassembly in an antistatic plastic bag and send it off to the manufacturer for repair.
To install a subassembly:
- Eliminate any static body charges by touching the frame of the grounded system (rack) with both
hands.
- Remove the subassembly from the antistatic plastic bag.
- Install the subassembly.
- Switch on the system again.
Some of the subassemblies are equipped with transistors containing beryllium oxide. These transisĆ
tors are in line with the latest state of the art and are in use all over the world. They are absolutely harmĆ
less in a sealed, compact condition. Beryllium oxide dust, which is detrimental to health, may however
be produced if the transistors are opened. They should not be dismantled or shattered. This applies
likewise if they are scrapped or disposed of. The following subassemblies contain power transistors
with beryllium oxide:
ÊÊ Ê MSP
ÊÊ ÊÊ TXDA lamp
RXDA lamp
CPU live lamp, green
ÊÊ ÊÊ
Modem*
Modem*
Modem*
VAM*
ÊÊ ASU-INT
MSP-1
MSP-2
ÊÊ ÊÊ
--
--
LCP
CSL
DCC-05
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ morse code indication
ÊÊ
earphone jack (voice, ATIS)
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ MSG-C
ÊÊ Ê
TXDA lamp, green
MOD-110***
ÊÊ Ê
MOD-110
MOD-110
DCC-MV
MSG-C
MSG-S
ÊÊ ÊÊ
SYN
CCP
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ÊÊ Ê pushbutton manual reset
MOD-110
DCC-MV
MSG-C
MSG-S
ÊÊ ÊÊ
SYN
CCP
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ËË ËË ËË PMM
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ËË ËË
ÊÊ
ËË ËË Ê
DCC-28***
DCC-28***
ÊÊ
ËË
ÊÊ ËË ÊÊ
ËË
ÊÊ ËË
ËËËËËË
ÊÊ ËË
ËËËË
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ËËËË ÊÊ
ËËËË
ACC**
ACC**
ACC**
ACC**
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ËËËË ÊÊ
ÊÊ ËËËË Ê
front side ËËË
* optional
** installed in ASU cabinet with 100 W version ËËË *** 100 W version only
Fig. 6-1 Push buttons and indications on the subassemblies MSP and MSG-C in the rack
WARNING
The heat sinks of the modulators (MOD-110P) and of the carrier amplifier (CA-100C)
may warm up during operation. This is normal and does not affect the function. When reĆ
placing these subassemblies it is recommended to let them cool down for a while or take
suitable measures (e.g. gloves). When replacing the subassemblies SYN und CCP avoid
touching the heat sinks of the MOD-110P.
CAUTION
-
MSG-S - (!) adjust or load all transmitter data
MSG-C -
LCP complete loosen screws, remove cables re-load installation type, configuration, site
LCP, LC-CPU loosen screws, remove cables and PTT file and defined masks (*.mxn), if
necessary
LCP, LCI remove LC-CPU, loosen screws -
VAM - -
Modem LGM 28.8 - -
Modem LGM 1200MD - -
DCC-3-05 - -
DCC-28 loosen screws on front panel -
DCC-MV loosen screws on front panel -
PMM loosen screws, remove cables -
CAUTION
Since the EPROM are electrostatically sensitive components, the following safety precauĆ
tions must always be observed (see also Section 6.2.1.1.3 ): The person replacing the
EPROM should preferably not wear shoes with rubber or plastic soles, and should first
eliminate any static charges by touching the transmitter rack with both hands.
a) Switch off both transmitters: set the TX1 and TX2 switches on the PMM to OFF.
b) Release the MSG-C resp. MSP or CSL with the lever mechanism and remove it from the slide-in
chassis in the rack. Lay the subassembly down on an electronically conductive surface (e.g. on
the special packaging provided).
c) Remove the EPROM:
Identify the EPROM to be replaced by means of its inscription and note its orientation (notch on
one of the narrow sides). Lever the EPROM slowly out of the base by carefully applying a flat,
pointed object (e.g. a screwdriver) to the narrow sides alternately.
d) Fit the new EPROM:
Fit the new EPROM into the empty base in the same position. If the EPROM is swapped from one
unit to another, determine the correct orientation by comparing the two units. Before fitting the
EPROM, check that all the pins are aligned exactly. Press the two rows of pins into the base one
at a time.
e) Reinstall the MSG-C resp. MSP or CSL and lock it in position.
f) Execute the following checks after switching on the transmitter again:
- the live LED must light up (MSG-C, MSP)
- create new EPROM checksum for monitor 1 and 2 (refer to 6.2.3.2.2 ).
- all the transmitter and monitor settings must correspond to test reports.
REMOTE
LOCAL
MAINTENANCE
A large number of settings must usually be remade after replacing the DVOR CSB-antenna or a SB-
antenna or the DVOR monitor dipole. If the DVOR CSB-antenna or more then two side by side alloĆ
cated SB-antennas are replaced, a special flight test is also necessary.
Some of the subassemblies have DIP-FIX switches or jumpers on the component side. The jumpers
act either as on/off switches or as changeover switches. The DIP-FIX switches and jumpers can be
set or placed to particular positions in order to adapt universal subassemblies to specific equipment
types. Other switches or jumpers must be actuated for test and maintenance purposes, or in case
of interconnection with a DME. Under normal climatic conditions it is not necessary to solder the
DIP-FIX switches in their limit positions.
NOTE: Before installing a spare subassembly check and correct if necessary position of the DIP-
FIX switches and jumpers.
NOTE: The position of the DIP-FIX switches and jumpers for the modem subassemblies will be
found in the Technical Manual for Remote Control RCSE-443 (Ref.No. 83140 5 5322).
X14
V33
X13
S4
S3
V34
S2
S1 EPROM
S6 D10
V28
X17* X15
EPROM
V27 D9 X24X23
X12
X11
ASSOC.
X5
X6
X7
X8
S5
IND.
3 2 1
2
X3 X25
user defined
X4 voltage adjust optionally to
X19,20,21
X19 between 1.7 to 1.875 X26
X20 X18
X21 R X22
P3 P4
open
X20 set battery switch off at 1,8 V/cell alternate to X19, X21
open
X21 set battery switch off at 1,875 V/cell default setting
open
X22 set enabling automatic restore with PMM-5 and (D)VOR
(power management)
open - with PMM-5 and ILS
X23 set no monitor fault monitoring MON2
X7
- + -
X8 X4
battery 3.6 V
V2
V3
X6
3 2 1
EPROM
D8
EPROM
D7
X5
3 2 1
S1
V4
X5 X6
V2 1 2 3 1 2 3
V3
V1 X7 EPROM
D7
EPROM
X22 X8 D8
S1
- + -
battery 3.6 V
* P16 X28
V4
**
X12 X3
X25
NOTE: For the Monitor Signal Processor MSP-D (83135 22400) the position of DIF-FIX switĆ
ches and jumpers is similar to MSP-VD (83135 22300) position.
The MSP-VD (C,D), Ref. Nr. 83135 22301, replaces ...22300 and ...22400.
OIO-IN
LC-CPU COM5 CSL, COM9..10 OIO-OUT DME/NDB COM1...7
X8,9,11..14
X37
X38
X39
DME/NDB
X34 X33
S1
X6 X2 X51 X52 X1
876543 21 * *
OFF
ON
1
optionally, normally not assembled
1 1
B10 X99 B1
X48 LCI rear DME/NDB
1 A1
PC-1
X15 COM4 Key lock Power COM8
X35 Supply
X16...23 X50
+ *
X95 R1
X5
B10 B1
1
X5 X6 X7 X8 X9
1
X4
Battery X41 local
A1
2 GND
3.6 V 3 lock
X4 1
0.8 Ah H1 Brightness
X36
1 COM3
Life LED X24
-15 V +5 V DGND
1 1 X100*
S2 X10* X53* X25...32 1
X55 X56 X54
Keyboard Printer Ethernet
Reset CPU
3 RS422/485
recessed opening
in LC-CPU board
RS232
1 RS232
COM3 2 TTL
* optional 3 RS422/
1
2
X9 RS485 X81 to 84
X32
X31
X30
X29
X28
X27
X26
X25
IAUX set to
1 X11 GND +5V ext.
2
set X12 B1 A1 B1 A1
B6 A6 B6 A6
S4
R33
S2
S3
S1
4
2 1
On/Off switch Change-over switch
ÊÊ ÊÊ
Ê Ê
X87 X86 X79 X78
X85 X82
X94 X93 X92
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X80
ÊÊ ÊÊ
BP-C X74
X83
X95 -3 - 1
X72 X71 -4 - 2 1 1
Ê Ê
50W TX2
2 2
100W 3 3 TX1
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X84 X81
1 1
50W TX2
2 2
100W TX1
Ê Ê
3 3
X70 X82
BP-T X71 X84 X83
Ê Ê
X81
1
X83 TX2
(TX1) X72 2
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X85 X82 TX1 3
X80
X85
1
TX2
2
Setting example: 100 W, TX1
TX1
ÊÊ ÊÊ
3
CA-100/1* 1 1
X80 50W TX2
2 2
100W 3 3 TX1
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X84 X81
X70
BP-T X71 X84
X81 50W
1 1
TX2
2 2
X83 TX1
X72 100W 3 3
(TX2)
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X85 X82
X80 X83 X82
1 1
TX2 TX2
2 2
TX1 3 TX1 3
Ê Ê
X85
S1
4
2 1
On/Off switch Change-over switch
S8
S7
S6
S5
S4
S13
S3
S2
S1
S15
S14
S19 S20
S18
4
2 1
On/Off switch Change-over switch
S14 / S15 closed / open jcos (x) j und Correction possibility for 1.5
j sin (x)j kHz noise spectrum in the
9960 Hz signal
S14 / S15 open / closed j0,8 cos (x) + 0,2 cos@ (x)j und Correction possibility for 1.5
j0,8 sin (x) + 0,2 sin@ (x)j kHz noise spectrum in the
9960 Hz signal
S14 / S15 closed / closed Calls test functions stored in Test mode (according to SecĆ
EPROM IC4. tion
4.4 Check of decoupling beĆ
tween sideband antennas)
S18 2-1 normal operation
Annex
Ed. 01.04 A
A to B 01.04
AN-1 to 44 01.04
Trademarks Microsoft and MS-DOS are registered trademarks, WINDOWS is a trademark of the Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of the
International Business Corporation. Pentium is a registered trademark of the Intel Corporation.
B Ed. 01.04
CHAPTER 1
INSTALLATION AND ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE
This Annex describes the installation of the DVOR nextfield dipoles and the settings for the nextfield
monitoring during first alignment of the DVOR installation.
1.1 PREREQUISITES
The DVOR antenna system is completely installed.
WARNING
Sturdy shoes, safety gloves and safety helmets must be worn during installation. Safety
belts with rescue line and swivel snaphook should be used when working on the counterĆ
poise platform.
1.2 INSTALLATION OF NEXTFIELD DIPOLES
See Fig. 1-1, 1-2.
To install the nextfield dipoles on the counterpoise the following parts are required.
- GFK mast tube (approx. 3 m length)
- 2 clamps with nuts and screws
- Nextfield dipole with clamping band fastening
- Monitor cable
- Cable conduit with fastenings
- Cable ties, UV resistant
The nextfield dipoles are installed as far as possible at the counterpoise edge. The nextfield dipoles
are fixed each on a GFK mast tube, which is mounted with clamps at the outer supports of the counterĆ
poise.
NOTE: The distance between middle antenna and the nextfield dipoles must not fall below 11 m.
Favorable are values between 12.5 and 17 m. If several dipoles are installed, the dipoles
must have the same distance each ±0,2 m to the middle antenna, because all monitor
inputs use the same gain control (AGC).
The signal quality depends not only on the installation site of the antenna, but also on the
transmitting frequency. Therefore the signals which are processed in the monitor have to
be checked during adjustment. In this way bad signals due to an unfavorable antenna
location may be noticed. As far as good signals are obtained, it may be varied from the
above mentioned antenna position.
The azimuth position of the nextfield dipole (or several dipoles) is optionally selectable. The user can
determine with the project engineer, where a nextfield dipole shall stand. The alarm limits are set acĆ
cording to this position on the PC. Practically special angle ranges, e.g. the approach direction, are
preferred monitored. The mounting position shall be oriented due to the fastening possibilities on the
outer supports of the counterpoise.
nextfield dipole
A51 A1
1800 mm
middle antenna sideband antenna
Counterpoise
Counterpoise
cable ties
Monitor cable
cable conduit
Monitor cable
Counterpoise support
Fig. 1-2 Nextfield dipole on DVOR counterpoise
The system cabling with the addition for nextfield dipoles is shown in Fig. 1-4.
Make the following cable connections from transmitter rack to the connecting plate inside the shelter:
NOTE: The installation is phased during first alignment with a fixed installed or mobile field dipole.
The field dipole is connected to monitor input MON1.
Transmitter Rack
(D)VOR (D)VOR
SB1
LGM1 Local PC ASU DIAGNOSIS DME-IDENT
CSB
ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ
LGM2/DME LGM3/NDB VAM ANALOG OIO LCP IN OIO LCP OUT
ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ
DVOR
CVOR MON4 MON3 MON2 MON1
DVOR
CVOR
SB2
rear side
A2 A4 A6 A8 A10 A12 A14 A16 A18 A20 A22 A24 A26 A28 A30 A32 A34 A36 A38 A40 A42 A44 A46 A48 A50
J3 J1 J4
3
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Nextfield dipole (optional) NOTE: The sideband antennas are connected via the matcher module (connector X1,X2);
W62 A51
optionally the decoupling module (connector X1, X2,X3, X4) and the coupling cablesd are available.
Field dipole
A1 A3 A5 A7 A9 A11 A13 A15 A17 A19 A21 A23 A25 A27 A29 A31 A33 A35 A37 A39 A41 A43 A45 47 A49
J3 J1 J4
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
W61
BCPS
BCPS
ASU
CSB
SB2
SB1
CSB
MON 1
MON 2
MON 3
MON 4
SB1
SB2
Nextfield 2
Nextfield 1
Field dipole
optional
connecting plate
48VP2 ASU power supply C-bar
ASU+
...
48VP2
ASU+ NAV+ TX1/TX2
ASU RACK
TRANSMITTER RACK to monitor dipoles
NAV+ W61 24039 28226
NAV- GND
PMM/PMM-5 FUSE BOX
W63 24039 28228
GND NAV-
C-bar F1 BFUSE W69 24039 28234 50 A1
2 4 23 to antenna A51 X2
50 A DC
BFUSE W71 24039 28235 X1
8x 6 V
W73 BSE Option:
BFUSE
BFUSE
BFUSE
BFUSE
W62
W74
NAV-
NAV+
+
NAV-
NAV+
-
BAT-
BAT+
BAT+
BAT-
AF
BAT0
BAT1
BAT2
BAT0
BAT1
BAT2
L3
24039 28068
N
24039 28052 48 V
BCPS Connection Plate battery box BCPS Connection Plate * Coupling cables and connectors in combination with
with DVOR installations with 50 W versions with DVOR installations with 100 W versions optional decoupling module only
Fig. 1-4 System cabling DVOR 432 with nextfield monitoring option
CHAPTER 2
CHAPTER 3
CHAPTER 4
ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE WITH NEXTFIELD DIPOLES
The alignment procedure of a DVOR including prerequisites is described in a step by step manner
starting with 4.1. The following list is a summary and also a detailed table of contents.
4.1 PREREQUISITES
4.1.1 Operation via Personal Computer with ADRACS
4.1.2 Recommended Measurement Equipment
4.1.3 Installation
4.1.4 Special Setup for Alignment without Antenna System
4.2 FIRST SWITCHING ON
4.2.1 Status of the System
4.2.2 Switching On
4.2.3 Preparing the Installation SITE with PC and ADRACS
4.2.4 Use of Main Menu Items and Adjustment Masks
4.2.5 Entering Station Configuration Data
4.2.6 Special Notes to DVOR with Nextfield Monitor
4.3 MATCHING OF ANTENNAS
4.3.1 Mechanical Preadjustments
4.3.2 Test Set-Up (recommended)
4.3.3 Transmitter Setting
4.3.4 Matching Procedure
4.4 CHECK OF DECOUPLING BETWEEN SIDEBAND ANTENNAS
4.4.1 Test Set-Up
4.4.2 Transmitter Setting
4.4.3 Check of Decoupling
4.5 CALIBRATION OF MONITORS
4.5.1 Preparations (not applicable with Nextfield)
4.6 SETTING OF TRANSMITTERS AND MONITORS
4.6.1 Setting of TX1 with Monitor 1
4.6.2 Setting of TX2 with Monitor 1
4.6.3 Setting and Check of Monitor 2
4.7 RECORDING OF SIMULATOR ERROR CURVE
4.7.1 Error Curve of TX 1
4.7.2 Error Curve of TX 2
4.8 SETTING OF MONITOR ALARM LIMITS
4.8.1 Monitor 1
4.8.2 Monitor 2
4.9 BATTERY MONITORING
4.10 SETTING OF NEXTFIELD MONITOR
4.10.1 Setting of Monitor 1
4.10.2 Setting of Monitor 2
4.11 NORMAL OPERATION
4.11.1 Prerequisites
4.11.2 TX1 Main
4.11.3 TX2 Main
Ed. 07.03
01.04 AN-9
If the alignment is carried out with an antenna simulator instead of the antenna system proceed as
follows:
- Connect the 50 sideband-cables of ASU to the inputs of the Antenna-Simulator, whereby antenĆ
na output No. 1 is to be connected to socket W1 etc.
- Arrange simulator setup according to Fig. 4-5.
- Carry out the alignment of DVOR 432 transmitter and monitor as described in the following, how-
ever Sections 4.3, 4.4, 4.8.1.6, 4.8.1.9, 4.8.1.10 and 4.12 have to be omitted.
4.2.2 Switching On
a) Connect PC serial interface connector (e.g. COM1) to connector Local PC on top of the cabinet
using an interface cable (zero modem cable).
b) Switch on mains and set POWER-switches of BCPS (ACC modules, cabinet) to position ON.
c) Close battery fuse switches (battery fuse box, inside shelter).
d) Set switches TX1/TX2 on PMM (cabinet, front side) to position ON.
e) Set main switch NAV on PMM (cabinet, front side) to position ON. During initialization of the LCP
a buzzer signal is set.
f) Switch to local control with the key-lock switch on the Local Control Interface (LCI).
Ed. 07.03
01.04 AN-11
From the Main Menu in ADRACS program the items Commands (C) and Activities (A) are used in the
alignment procedure of the first setup. Following activities masks are available, composed of different
data sets (listed in section 4.3 of Technical Manual ADRACS, Ref. No. 83140 55324):
- Configuration (CF) - Error Curve (EC)
- Antenna Adjustment (AA) - Alarm Limits M1 (AL1)
- Test Generator (TG) - Alarm Limits M2 (AL2)
- TX1 settings (TS) - Battery/BCPS (BAT)
- Monitor Calibration (MC) - Flight Check2 (FC)
NOTE: These activities are designed for DVOR setup without nextfield option. For nextfield option use stanĆ
dard masks of the ADRACS program.
a) Run Adracs Remote Controlling Software, see section 4.2.3, steps a) to c).
b) Perform login procedure at the PC.
c) Click on screen button select in the DVOR status field. The 'Detailed Status' window appears.
d) Select menu Commands. Click on commands Switch both TX ON and Set both MON Bypass ON.
e) Select menu Activities in Main menu and select activities mask 'Configuration'.
f) Enter station type, station frequency and identity morse code for both transmitters and monitors
in the TX1/2 and MON1/2 window.
g) Verify that the MON1/2-window single channel mode is off.
h) Select menu Commands. Click on command Switch both TX OFF.
AN-12 07.03
Ed. 01.04
The nextfield monitor monitors the radiated DVOR-signal from its position at the edge of the counterĆ
poise. The signal however is not equivalent to the farfield and is not suitable for phasing of the installaĆ
tion. The 9960 Hz modulation depth is determined from two signals with an individual AGC each. It
can be set correctly only in the monitor if it is correctly in the signal in space.
During first alignment it is therefore recommended to phase the installation with the monitor signal
of a mobile or fixed field dipole. Here, the modulation depth of the 9960 Hz is also to be set. After this
alignment the mobile field dipole can be dismantled. The fine adjustment of the 9960 Hz modulation
depth is performed during flight check. If due to the geographical position of the DVOR installation,
e.g. on a mountain, a normal field dipole cannot be installed the phasing and setting of the 9960 Hz
modulation depth is performed during flight check only.
NOTE: The carrier antenna has very carefully to be adjusted for a good RF matching. A directional
coupler is inserted in the RF line to the carrier antenna, which couples out the sideband
signals, USB and LSB, which are received from the sideband antennas, and supplies it
to the subassembly Monitor (MSP-D). The interference signal reflected by the carrier anĆ
tenna is about 20 to 30 dB greater than the received wanted signal. The worse the matĆ
ching of the antenna the more unfavorable is the signal to noise ratio and the inaccurate
are the monitor measurement values. Possibly it is indicated only less than 30 % of the
9960 Hz modulation depth due to a bad matching of the antennas, especially of the midĆ
dle antenna.
The monitor program used for nextfield monitoring processes both signals of the nextfield dipole and
of the conventional field dipole. Therefore the following procedure is recommended:
The DVOR installation is commissioned either including nextfield monitor or with nextfield monitor as
supplementary part. First the installation is set to operation with the farfield dipole.
The farfield dipole is no longer used after a following change over to operation with nextfield dipoles:
a mobile field dipole remains connected until the end of the setup process, while the solidly installed
dipole can be connected permanently.
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4.3.1.1 Plate-Capacitor CA
a) Remove cover of antenna.
b) Read spacing of capacitor plates CA (Fig. 4-3) for the station
frequency from Fig. 4-2 (e.g. 8.2 mm for 115 MHz).
c) Manufacture an appropriate distance piece in a size equal to the
measure found above (e.g. file head of screw to fit).
d) Loosen lock nuts with spanner and set the plates to the proper
distance with the help of distance piece. The two plates should be
set approximately symmetrical to the frame.
e) Tighten capacitor plates with lock nuts. Then check their distance
once again.
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4.5.1 Preparations
NOTE: This procedure using the test generator on the CSL is not
applicable with installed nextfield monitor option !
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f) Set CSB power to nominal value (30 W or up to 100 W). A/TS T1 Carrier Power
Measure the power. ---,- W
NOTE: If there is a difference between the nominal power and the meaĆ
sured power adjust the power by means of R1 of the Control CouĆ
pler (CCP-D), refer to Fig. 4-6 (BP-T,X16).
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b) Set 'M1 AGC Adjustment' value to 'M1 RF Level' indication of 100 %. A/TS M1 AGC Adjustment
---,- %
c) Select single-channel mode for monitor 1 (9960 Hz AM AM-Det.) A/TS M1 Single Channel
9960 Hz AM AM-Det
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b) Minimize SB1 power: Connect scope to 1b5 and 1b7 of connector A/TS T1 SBA Power Level
TEST on motherboard ASU/A. Reduce SB1-power until clipping of --,-%
peaks of sinus signal. Then increase SB1 power by 5 % (relative).
NOTE: Range of values: 0...99.9, note down value!
c) Minimize SB2 power: Connect scope to 1b6 and 1b8 on A/TS T1 SBB Power Level
TEST card and perform as described in b). --,-%
b) Set azimuth alignment of transmitter to obtain the azimuth reading T1 Azimuth alignment
of the monitor dipole. ---,-°
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Set TX2 in the same way as described for TX1 in 4.6.1. Continue to use A/TS TX settings
monitor 1 for monitor indications. Therefore omit 4.6.1.2 b) (do not
change the AGC value of monitor 1 again), but check that the RF level
indication is 100±5 %. Use activity mask A/TS 'TX Settings'.
4.6.3 Setting and Check of Monitor2
4.6.3.1 Monitor 2 with TX1 on Aerial
NOTE: TX1 radiating.
Switch on TX1. C Switch TX1 On
a) RF level
Set 'M2 AGC Adjustment' value to 'M2 RF Level' indication of 100 %. A/MC M2 AGC Adjustment
--,- %
If necessary, change 'M2 Digital.Ctrl.Attenuation'. -- dB
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c) 9960 Hz mod. depth. A/MC M2 Mod. Depth 9960
Hz AM
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c) Lower limit: Subtract 1.0° from 'M1 Azimuth' reading and key in A/AL1 M1 Azimuth Lower
this value. Limit ---,- °
4.8.1.2 RF-Level
a) Upper limit, e.g. 123 %. A/AL1 M1 RF Level Upper
Limit --- %
4.8.1.3 30 Hz AM Signal
a) Upper limit, e.g. 34.5 %. A/AL1 M1 Mod. Depth 30 Hz
AM UL --,- %
4.8.1.5 30 Hz FM Signal
a) Upper limit, e.g. 18.4. A/AL1 M1 Mod. Index 30 Hz
FM UL --,-
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4.8.1.6 RF Phase
a) Choose RF phase 'T1 RF-Phase Measurement'. A/AL1
b) Upper limit: Add 20° to 'T1 RF-Phase Measurement' reading A/AL1 T1 RF Phase Upper
and key in this value. Limit --- °
c) Lower limit: Subtract 20° from 'T1 RF-Phase Measurement' reading A/AL1 T1 RF Phase Lower
and key in this value. Limit --- °
b) Upper limit: Multiply 'M1 Distortion on 9960 Hz AM' reading A/AL1 M1 Distortion on
by 1.2 and key in this value, however max. 60 %. 9960 Hz UL --,-%
b) Limit: Add 2 % to 'M1 Distortion on 30 Hz FM' reading and key in A/AL1 M1 Distortion on 30
this value as upper limit, however max. 5 %. Hz FM UL --,- %
b) Upper limit: Add 3 % to 'M1 Distortion on det. LSB' reading A/AL1 M1 Dist. on det. LSB
and key in this value, however max. 15 %. UL --,- %
c) Lower limit: Key in half value of 'M1 Distortion on det. LSB' A/AL1 M1 Dist. on det. LSB
reading . LL --,- %
b) Upper limit: Add 20 % to indication and key in this value, A/AL1 M1 Dist. on det. USB
however max. 80 %. -LSB UL --,-%
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4.8.2 Monitor 2
Set alarm limits for monitor 2 in the same way as described for A/AL2 Alarm Limits M2
monitor 1 in section 4.8.1. Use Activity mask A/AL2 'Alarm Limits M2'.
b) When the Battery is fully charged, set 'Set Batt. Charge Level' to A/BAT Set Batt. Charge
the same value (Installed Capacity = Charge Level). Level ---.- Ah
NOTE: Divide Installed Capacity by 500 Ah. The battery is fully charged,
when 'battery current' indicates this value.
c) Check alarm limits (UL and LL) for battery half voltage, battery full A/BAT Batt. half Voltage UL
voltage and battery current. Batt. half Voltage LL
Batt. full Voltage UL
Batt. full Voltage LL
Batt. Current UL/LL
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Adjust AGC values (AGC RF-level and AGC RF-level CSB internal) AGC RF-Level
so, that in 'MON-1 Measurement' the RF-level of the monitor ---,- % and
indicate100 %. AGC RF-Level CSB
If need be select insertion of 16 dB AGC RF-level attenuation. internal ---,- %
NOTE: The value for 'RF-Level CSB internal'should be right because it
was adjusted during acceptance and processes internal levels
only. It has to be re-adjusted if the carrier power is changed. The
value can be lost, if the battery backup jumper on MSP is opened.
d) If need be adjust 'M1 Mod. Depth 30Hz AM' to reading of 30 %±5 %. M1 Calibrate Mod.
depth 30Hz AM
---,- %
e) Adjust modulation depth of 9960 Hz AM to maximum with poten-
tiometers at the front of the MDS-D (see Fig. 4-1), R409 influences
the signal of monitor 1, R414 the signal of monitor 2. It is recom-
mended to check result of step c).
NOTE: The sideband signal (USB and LSB) is received by the carrier anĆ
tenna and is coupled out in the directional coupler. The resultant of
these sidebands has to be in phase with the carrier to obtain a maxiĆ
mum and stable 9960 Hz signal. Depending on the frequency and
the cable length one or two maxima are got during adjustment of the
maximum modulation depth. The maximum must not exist at the end
of the setting range.
MDS-D ASU INT
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f) Set 'M1 AGC Level 9960Hz AM' to 'M1 Mod. Depth 9960Hz AM' M1 AGC Level
indication of 30 %. 9960Hz AM
--,- %
g) Set 'M1 AGC 30Hz FM LSB' to 'M1 30Hz FM LSB Level Dipole-1' M1āAGCā30HzāFMāLSB
indication in the range of 0,7 ... 0,8 V. --,- %
h) Set 'M1 AGC 30Hz FM USB' to 'M1 30Hz FM USB Level Dipole-1' M1āAGCā30HzāFMāUSB
indication in the range of 0,7 ... 0,8 V. --,- %
i) If necessary adjust Mod.Index 'M1 Calibrate Mod. Index 30Hz FM' . M1āCalibrate Mod.
Index 30Hz FM
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d) Recalibrate 9960 Hz mod. depth indication of monitor1 for 30 % A/MC M1 Calibrate Mod.
(Recommendation: Perform this after flight check) Depth 9960 Hz
---,- %
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4.12.2.3 Azimuth
a) Watch azimuth indication: 'M1 Azimuth'
b) Change azimuth for desired value according to announcement of A/FC T1 Azimuth Align-
Flight Check Engineer. Record azimuth indication. ment ---,- °
d) Subtract 1.0° from azimuth indication and key in this value as A/AL1 M1 Azimuth Lower
lower limit (Recommendation: Perform this after flight check). Limit ---,- °
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c) Lower limit:
Change remembered azimuth value by approx. -1° (old value -1) A/FC T1 Azimuth Align-
until bothmonitors alarm. ment ---,- °
NOTE: Range of values: 80.0...120.0. Key in first 88.0 and then 99.0 and
increment down.
d) Upon completion of check by the Flight Check Engineer key in A/FC T1 SBA sinus blen-
recorded value of b) again. ding --,-%
T1 SBA cosinus blen-
ding --,-%
T1 SBB sinus blen-
ding --,-%
T1 SBB cosinus blen-
ding --,-%
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NOTE: With 'Monitor Bypass Off' the possibly running Standby transmitter
is switched off.
d) Switch to REMOTE with key-lock switch on the Local Control
Interface.
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26 13
24 12
22 11
CA
Loop
20 10
18 9
16 8
14 7
12 6
CTr
10 5 Matching transformer
8 4
C5
6 3 matcher/decoupling module
4 2
2 1
0
108.0 108.5 109.0 109.5 110.0 110.5 111.0 111.5 112.0 112.5 113.0 113.5 114.0 114.5 115.0 115.5 116.0 116.5 117.0 117.5 118.0 118.5 119.0 MHz
CTr
CA
X1
* decoupling module only
Fig. 4-3 Position of capacitors CA, CTr (antenna dome), C5 (matcher/decoupling module)
Antenna
Return Forward
Test cable (30 m)
Decoupling
module x)
10 W
20 dB
CSB
Monitor 1 TX
x) with SB antennas only
R1
(= 10 dB)
R3 (50 W) R2
Directional
coupler
20 dB
3-dB
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Position of measurement
ÊÊ X94 X93 X92
X87
X80
X86 X79
X85
X78
X82
ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
point P16 on MSP-VD control line BCPS
X99 X98 X97 X96 X77 X76 X84
front BP-C
X73
X74
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X83
V2 X95 -3 - 1
X72 X71 -4 - 2
V3
V1 X7
X22 X8
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ BP-T X71
X70 X84
X81 ÊÊ
Ê Ê
X83
(TX1) X72
X85 X82
Ê CA-100/1*
Ê CCP-D
Probe
ÊÊ X16
X80 ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
R1
P16 X70
BP-T X71 X84
X81
ÊÊ ÊÊ
X83
X72
(TX2) X85 X82
not assembled on
ÊÊ X16
X80 ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
MSP-VD, Ref. No. 83135 22301
PMM
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ÊÊ ÊÊ *Version 100 W
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ Battery and power supply connection
ÊÊ
Ê Ê
ÊÊ ÊÊ
control line BCPS
BP-BCPS***
*** Version 50 W
Connector panel
Ê Ê
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ MB ASU/A ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
connector TEST
solder side
ÊÊ ÊÊ
A1/1
BA
1
ÊÊ ÊÊ
32
TEST
MB ASU/B
Ê Ê
Ê Ê
ÊÊ ÊÊ
Ê Ê
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
Ê Ê
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ ÊÊ
ÊÊ Battery and power supply connection
ÊÊ
ÊÊ BP-BCPS*** ÊÊ
Ê Mains connection and mains filter
Ê
Rear *** Version 100 W
Fig. 4-7 ASU rack, rear side, position of connector TEST, motherboard A
TX1 TX2
Ant. No. Nom./° Act./° Error/° Act./° Error/°
(Nom.-Act.) (Nom.-Act.)
1 0,0°
3 14,4°
5 28,8°
7 43,2°
9 57,6°
11 72,0°
13 86,4°
15 100,8°
17 115,2°
19 129,6°
21 144,0°
23 158,4°
25 172,8°
27 187,2°
29 201,6°
31 216,0°
33 230,4°
35 244,8°
37 259,2°
39 273,6°
41 288,0°
43 302,4°
45 316,8°
47 331,2°
49 345,6°
Error spread TX1: TX2:
dB =-0.9691
dB = 0.7918
dB= 10 log P1/P2 ; P1= U12/R ; P2= U22/R (U is according to the RF-level)
dB = 10 log U12/U22
dB = 20 log U1/U2
10dB/20= U1/U2
U 1= U2 x 10dB/20
If the above and below formulae are combined the result is as follows:
P 1= P2 x 102 log U1 / U2
CHAPTER 5
MAINTENANCE
5.1 GENERAL
5.2.3 Cleaning
Download and Upload of transmitter and monitor data is performed with the ADRACS program. For
DVOR with nextfield option there are two data sets available depending on wether the station type
"DVOR Farfield" or "DVOR Nextfield" is selected. When performing this action regard station type.
CAUTION
Ensure always that the correct data are uploaded or downloaded which concern to the
station type. Otherwise wrong data values are loaded. The data set must concern to the
station type selected !