Aeroflex ALT-8000 User manual

Operation Manual
Flight Line Test Set
Radio Altimeter
ALT-8000
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ALT-8000
Radio Altimeter
Flight-line Test Set
Operation Manual
PUBLISHED BY
Aeroflex
COPYRIGHT ©Aeroflex 2012
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without the prior permission of the publisher.
Original Issue Jun 2011
Issue 2 Oct 2011
Issue 3 Mar 2012
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ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
Double shielded and properly terminated external interface cables must be used with this equipment
when interfacing with the RS-232 and Ethernet.
For continued EMC compliance, all external cables must be shielded and 3 meters or less in length.
NOMENCLATURE STATEMENT
In this manual, ALT-8000, Simulator, Test Set or Unit refers to the ALT-8000 Radio Altimeter Flight Line
Test Set.

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Declaration of Conformity
The Declaration of Conformity Certificate included with the Unit should remain with the
Unit.
Aeroflex recommends the operator reproduce a copy of the Declaration of Conformity
Certificate to be stored with the Operation Manual for future reference.

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Precautions
SAFETY FIRST - TO ALL OPERATIONS PERSONNEL
GENERAL CONDITIONS OF USE
This product is designed and tested to comply with the requirements of IEC/EN61010-1 ‘Safety
requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use’ for Class I portable
equipment and is for use in a pollution degree 2 environment. The equipment is designed to operate
from installation supply Category II.
Equipment should be protected from liquids such as spills, leaks, etc. and precipitation such as rain,
snow, etc. When moving the equipment from a cold to hot environment, allow the temperature of the
equipment to stabilize before the equipment is connected to the supply to avoid condensation forming.
The equipment must only be operated within the environmental conditions specified in the performance
data.
CASE, COVER OR PANEL REMOVAL
Opening the Case Assembly exposes the operator to electrical hazards that may result in electrical
shock or equipment damage. Do not operate this Test Set with the Case Assembly open.
SAFETY IDENTIFICATION IN TECHNICAL MANUAL
This manual uses the following terms to draw attention to possible safety hazards that may exist when
operating or servicing this equipment:
SAFETY SYMBOLS IN MANUALS AND ON UNITS
IDENTIFIES CONDITIONS OR ACTIVITIES THAT, IF IGNORED, CAN RESULT IN
EQUIPMENT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, E.G., FIRE.
IDENTIFIES CONDITIONS OR ACTIVITIES THAT, IF IGNORED, CAN RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
CAUTION: Refer to accompanying documents. (This symbol refers to specific CAUTIONS
represented on the unit and clarified in the text.)
Indicates a Toxic hazard.
Indicates item is static sensitive.
AC TERMINAL: Terminal that may supply or be supplied with AC or alternating voltage.
CAUTION
WARNINGWARNING

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SAFETY FIRST - TO ALL OPERATIONS PERSONNEL (cont)
EQUIPMENT GROUNDING PROTECTION
Improper grounding of equipment can result in electrical shock.
USE OF PROBES
Refer to Performance Specifications for the maximum voltage, current and power ratings of any
connector on the Test Set before connecting a probe from a terminal device. Be sure the terminal
device performs within these specifications before using the probe for measurement, to prevent
electrical shock or damage to the equipment.
POWER CORDS
Power cords must not be frayed or broken, nor expose bare wiring when operating this equipment.
USE RECOMMENDED FUSES ONLY
Use only fuses specifically recommended for the equipment at the specified current and voltage ratings.
Refer to Performance Specifications for fuse requirements and specifications.
INTERNAL BATTERY
This unit contains a Lithium Ion Battery, serviceable only by a qualified technician.
EMI (ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE)
SIGNAL GENERATORS CAN BE A SOURCE OF ELECTROMAGNETIC
INTERFERENCE (EMI) TO COMMUNICATION RECEIVERS. SOME TRANSMITTED
SIGNALS CAN CAUSE DISRUPTION AND INTERFERENCE TO COMMUNICATION
SERVICE OUT TO A DISTANCE OF SEVERAL MILES. USER OF THIS EQUIPMENT
SHOULD SCRUTINIZE ANY OPERATION THAT RESULTS IN RADIATION OF A
SIGNAL (DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY) AND SHOULD TAKE NECESSARY
PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POTENTIAL COMMUNICATION INTERFERENCE
PROBLEMS.
CAUTION

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SAFETY FIRST - TO ALL OPERATIONS PERSONNEL (cont)
TOXIC HAZARDS
SOME OF THE COMPONENTS USED IN THIS EQUIPMENT MAY INCLUDE RESINS
AND OTHER MATERIALS WHICH GIVE OFF TOXIC FUMES IF INCINERATED.
TAKE APPROPRIATE PRECAUTIONS IN THE DISPOSAL OF THESE ITEMS.
BERYLLIA
BERYLLIA (BERYLLIUM OXIDE) IS USED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF SOME OF
THE COMPONENTS IN THIS EQUIPMENT.
THIS MATERIAL, WHEN IN THE FORM OF FINE DUST OR VAPOR AND INHALED
INTO THE LUNGS, CAN CAUSE A RESPIRATORY DISEASE. IN ITS SOLID FORM,
AS USED HERE, IT CAN BE HANDLED SAFELY, HOWEVER, AVOID HANDLING
CONDITIONS WHICH PROMOTE DUST FORMATION BY SURFACE ABRASION.
USE CARE WHEN REMOVING AND DISPOSING OF THESE COMPONENTS. DO
NOT PUT THEM IN THE GENERAL INDUSTRIAL OR DOMESTIC WASTE OR
DISPATCH THEM BY POST. THEY SHOULD BE SEPARATELY AND SECURELY
PACKED AND CLEARLY IDENTIFIED TO SHOW THE NATURE OF THE HAZARD
AND THEN DISPOSED OF IN A SAFE MANNER BY AN AUTHORIZED TOXIC
WASTE CONTRACTOR.
BERYLLIUM COPPER
SOME MECHANICAL COMPONENTS WITHIN THIS INSTRUMENT ARE
MANUFACTURED FROM BERYLLIUM COPPER. THIS IS AN ALLOY WITH A
BERYLLIUM CONTENT OF APPROXIMATELY 5%. IT REPRESENTS NO RISK IN
NORMAL USE.
THE MATERIAL SHOULD NOT BE MACHINED, WELDED OR SUBJECTED TO ANY
PROCESS WHERE HEAT IS INVOLVED.
IT MUST BE DISPOSED OF AS “SPECIAL WASTE.”
IT MUST NOT BE DISPOSED OF BY INCINERATION.
LITHIUM
A LITHIUM BATTERY IS USED IN THIS EQUIPMENT.
LITHIUM IS A TOXIC SUBSTANCE SO THE BATTERY SHOULD IN NO
CIRCUMSTANCES BE CRUSHED, INCINERATED OR DISPOSED OF IN NORMAL
WASTE.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RECHARGE THIS TYPE OF BATTERY. DO NOT SHORT
CIRCUIT OR FORCE DISCHARGE SINCE THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE BATTERY TO
VENT, OVERHEAT OR EXPLODE.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING

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SAFETY FIRST - TO ALL OPERATIONS PERSONNEL (cont)
FIRE HAZARD
INPUT OVERLOAD
STATIC SENSITIVE COMPONENTS
MAKE SURE THAT ONLY FUSES OF THE CORRECT RATING AND TYPE ARE
USED FOR REPLACEMENT. IF AN INTEGRALLY FUSED PLUG IS USED ON THE
SUPPLY LEAD, ENSURE THAT THE FUSE RATING IS COMMENSURATE WITH
THE CURRENT REQUIREMENTS OF THIS EQUIPMENT.
TX PORT MAXIMUM REVERSE POWER
100 mW
RX PORT MAXIMUM POWER 300 W PEAK,
5 W AVERAGE
This equipment contains components sensitive to damage by Electrostatic
Discharge (ESD). All personnel performing maintenance or calibration procedures
should have knowledge of accepted ESD practices and/or be ESD certified.
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
THIS EQUIPMENT CONTAINS PARTS
SENSITIVE TO DAMAGE
BY ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD).
CAUTION

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RoHS Product Information
for People’s Republic of China
TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE CONTENT TABLE
The table provided below lists information as required by People’s Republic of China
Electronic Industry Standard SJ/T11364-2006, Marking for Control of Pollution Caused by
Electronic Information Products. The table lists toxic or hazardous substances contained
in Aeroflex products that exceed limits in SJ/T11364-2006.
Parts
部件名称
Toxic or Hazardous Substances
有毒或有害物质
Lead
(Pb)
铅
Mercury
(Hg)
汞
Cadmium
(Cd)
镉
Hexavalent
Chromium
(Cr6+)
六价铬
Polybrominated
Biphenyls (PBB)
多溴联苯
Polybrominated
Diphenyl Ethers
(PBDE)
多溴二苯醚
Printed Board
Assemblies
印刷电路板组件
XO O O O O
Chassis
Subassembly
机箱子组件
OO O O O O
Power Supply
电源 XO O O O O
Cable & Cable
Assemblies
电缆及电缆组件
XO O O O O
O: Indicates that the toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogenous
materials for this component is below the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006
O: 表示在此组件的所有均质材料中的有毒有害物质低于 SJ/T11363-2006 规定的限量要求
X: Indicates that the toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogenous
materials for this component is above the limit requirement in SJ/T11363-2006
X: 表示至少一个此组件的均质材料中的有毒有害物质高于 SJ/T11363-2006 规定的限量要求

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Preface
SCOPE
This Manual contains instructions for operating the ALT-8000. The Operator should
become thoroughly familiar with this manual before attempting to operate the equipment.
ORGANIZATION
This manual is composed of the following chapters:
CHAPTER 1 - DESCRIPTION
Provides an introduction and a brief overview of Test Set functions and features.
CHAPTER 2 - TEST SET OPERATION
Identifies Test Set Controls, Connectors and Indicators.
Provides Power On and Power Off procedures.
Provides functional description of Graphic User Interface (GUI) components.
Provides instructions for defining Test Set parameters.
CHAPTER 3 - TEST SET FUNCTIONS
Provides functional description of Test Set functions.
CHAPTER 4 - TESTING
Provides ALT-8000 test guidelines.
CHAPTER 5 - MAINTENANCE
Identifies Operator Level Troubleshooting and Maintenance procedures.
CHAPTER 6 - PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
Provides information regarding Test Set principles of operation.
CHAPTER 7 - SPECIFICATIONS
Identifies Test Set specifications.
APPENDIX A - PIN-OUT TABLES
Identifies connector pin locations.
APPENDIX B - TERMINOLOGY
Lists terms and abbreviations used in this manual.

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Service Upon Receipt of Material
UNPACKING TEST SET
Special design packing material inside this shipping container provides maximum
protection for the Test Set. Avoid damaging the shipping container and packaging
material when unpacking equipment. The shipping container and packaging material can
be reused to ship the Test Set if necessary.
Use the following steps to unpack the Test Set:
STEP PROCEDURE
1. Cut and remove sealing tape on top of the shipping container. Open shipping
container and remove top packing mold.
2. Grasp the Test Set firmly while restraining the shipping container. Lift the
equipment and packing material vertically out of the shipping container.
3. Place Test Set and end cap packing on a flat, clean and dry surface.
4. Remove protective plastic bag from the Test Set.
5. Place protective plastic bag and end cap packing materials inside shipping
container.
6. Store shipping container for possible future use.
CHECKING UNPACKED EQUIPMENT
Inspect equipment for possible damage incurred during shipment. If Test Set has been
damaged, report the damage to Aeroflex Customer Service.
Review packing slip to verify shipment is complete. Packing slip identifies the standard
items as well as purchased options. Report all discrepancies to Aeroflex.
Contact:
Aeroflex
Customer Service Dept.
10200 West York Street
Wichita, Kansas 67215
Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
email: americas.ser[email protected]

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Standard Items
ITEM PART NUMBER QTY
ALT-8000 Test Set 87340 1
Transit Case 88494 1
Power Supply 67374 1
Jumper Coax Cable, 1 ft 62401 1
Connector, TNC 38353 1

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Antenna Coupler 88590 2
Mono Pole,
Gas Filled Spring 34028 2
Mono Pole Extension 34029 8
Mono Pole Extension, 5 in 89690 2
Coax Cable, Low Loss RF, Yellow, 20 ft 88511 1
Coax Cable, Low Loss RF, Red, 20 ft 89527 1
Antenna Coupler
Spring Stand 88754 2
Power Cord, US 62302 1
ITEM PART NUMBER QTY

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Power Cord, European 64020 1
Operation Manual (CD) 88035 1
Getting Started (paper) 88036 1
ITEM PART NUMBER QTY

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Optional Items
ITEM PART NUMBER QTY
Battery Pack 86196 1
External Battery Charger 87040 1
Soft Case with
Low Loss RF Cable (100 ft)
88500 1