Aeroflex IFR 4000 User manual

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NAV/COMM Test Set
IFR 4000
Operation Manual
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OPERATION MANUAL
NAV/COMM TEST SET
IFR 4000
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Electromagnetic Compatibility:
For continued EMC compliance, all external cables must be shielded and three meters or less in
length.
Nomenclature Statement:
In this manual IFR 4000, 4000, Test Set or Unit refers to the IFR 4000 NAV/COMM Test Set.

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SAFETY FIRST: TO ALL OPERATIONS PERSONNEL
REFER ALL SERVICING OF UNIT TO QUALIFIED TECHNICAL PERSONNEL. THIS UNIT CONTAINS NO
OPERATOR SERVICEABLE PARTS.
WARNING: USING THIS EQUIPMENT IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY THE ACCOMPANYING
DOCUMENTATION MAY IMPAIR THE SAFETY PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE EQUIPMENT.
CASE, COVER OR PANEL REMOVAL
Opening the Case Assembly exposes the operator to electrical hazards that can 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.
CAUTION: THIS TERM IDENTIFIES CONDITIONS OR ACTIVITIES THAT, IF IGNORED, CAN RESULT IN
EQUIPMENT OR PROPERTY DAMAGE (E.G., FIRE).
WARNING: THIS TERM IDENTIFIES CONDITIONS OR ACTIVITIES THAT, IF IGNORED, CAN RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
SAFETY SYMBOLS IN MANUALS AND ON UNITS
CAUTION: Refer to accompanying documents. (This symbol refers to
specific CAUTIONS represented on the unit and clarified in the text.)
AC OR DC TERMINAL: Terminal that may supply or be supplied with AC or
DC voltage.
DC TERMINAL: Terminal that may supply or be supplied with DC voltage.
AC TERMINAL: Terminal that may supply or be supplied with AC or
alternating voltage.
EQUIPMENT GROUNDING PRECAUTION
Improper grounding of equipment can result in electrical shock.
USE OF PROBES
Check the specifications for the maximum voltage, current and power ratings of any connector on the Test
Set before connecting it with a probe from a terminal device. Be sure the terminal device performs within
these specifications before using it for measurement, to prevent electrical shock or damage to the
equipment.
POWER CORDS
Power cords must not be frayed, 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.
INTERNAL BATTERY
This unit contains a Lithium Ion Battery, serviceable only by a qualified technician.
CAUTION: SIGNAL GENERATORS CAN BE A SOURCE OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMI) TO
COMMUNICATION RECEIVERS. SOME TRANSMITTED SIGNALS CAN CAUSE DISRUPTION
AND INTERFERENCE TO COMMUNICATION SERVICES OUT TO A DISTANCE OF SEVERAL
MILES. USERS 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.

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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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Chapter/Section
Title / Copyright Page
Statements
Safety Page
Declaration of Conformity
Table of Contents
Introduction
Service Upon Receipt of Material
Chapter 1
Section 1 - Description 1-1
Section 2 - Operation 1-2
Section 3 - Specifications 1-3
Section 4 - Shipping 1-4
Section 5 - Storage 1-5
Appendix A - Connector Pin-Out Tables
Appendix B - Metric/British Imperial Conversion Table with Nautical Distance Conversions
Appendix C - Factory Presets
Appendix D - Abbreviations
Appendix E - Serial Interface Cable
Appendix F - 406 Beacon Applications and Protocols
Index
Battery/Voltage Instructions

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INTRODUCTION
This manual contains operating instructions for the IFR 4000. It is strongly recommended that
personnel be thoroughly familiar with the contents of this manual before attempting to operate this
equipment.
Refer all servicing of unit to qualified technical personnel.
ORGANIZATION
This manual is divided into the following Chapters and Sections:
CHAPTER 1 - OPERATION
Section 1 - DESCRIPTION
Section 2 - OPERATION (installation; description of controls, connectors and indicators;
performance evaluation; operating procedures)
Section 3 - SPECIFICATIONS
Section 4 - SHIPPING
Section 5 - STORAGE

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CHAPTER ONE
IFR 4000 NAV/COMM TEST SET
OPERATION MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title Chapter/Section/Subject Page
SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION 1-1
1. General Description and Capabilities 1-1-1 1
1.1 Description 1-1-1 1
1.2 Functional Capabilities 1-1-1 1
SECTION 2 - OPERATION 1-2
1. Installation 1-2-1 1
1.1 General 1-2-1 1
1.2 Battery Operation 1-2-1 1
1.3 Battery Charging 1-2-1 1
1.4 Safety Precautions 1-2-1 1
1.4.1 Complying with Instructions 1-2-1 1
1.4.2 Grounding Power Cord 1-2-1 1
1.4.3 Operating Safety 1-2-1 1
1.5 AC Power Requirements 1-2-1 2
1.6 Battery Recharging 1-2-1 2
1.7 External Cleaning 1-2-1 3
2. Controls, Connectors and Indicators 1-2-2 1
3. Performance Evaluation 1-2-3 1
3.1 General 1-2-3 1
3.2 Self Test 1-2-3 1
4. Operating Procedures 1-2-4 1
4.1 General 1-2-4 1
4.2 Screen Descriptions 1-2-4 2
4.2.1 Startup Screen 1-2-4 2
4.2.2 Setup Menu 1-2-4 3
4.2.3 Guided Test Screens 1-2-4 4
4.2.4 Store/Recall Screens 1-2-4 6
4.2.5 Hardware Tools Screen 1-2-4 7
4.2.6 RS-232 Settings Screen 1-2-4 8
4.2.7 Diagnostics Screen 1-2-4 8
4.2.8 Self Test Screen 1-2-4 9
4.2.9 Calibration Screen 1-2-4 10
4.2.10 Info Screen 1-2-4 10
4.2.11 VOR Mode Screen 1-2-4 11
4.2.12 Localizer Mode Screen 1-2-4 13
4.2.13 Glideslope Mode Screen 1-2-4 15
4.2.14 Marker Beacon Mode Screen 1-2-4 17
4.2.15 ILS Mode Screen 1-2-4 18
4.2.16 COMM AM Mode Screen 1-2-4 21
4.2.17 COMM FM Mode Screen 1-2-4 23
4.2.18 COMM SSB Mode Screen 1-2-4 25
4.2.19 PWR MTR ZERO Screen 1-2-4 27
4.2.20 SWR Mode Screen 1-2-4 27
4.2.21 SELCAL Mode Screen 1-2-4 30
4.2.22 Frequency Counter Mode Screen 1-2-4 31
4.2.23 121.5/243 BEACON Mode Screen 1-2-4 32
4.2.24 406 BEACON Mode Screen 1-2-4 33

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SECTION 2 - OPERATION (cont)
4. Operating Procedures (cont)
4.3 General Operating Information 1-2-4 41
4.2.1 Startup Screen 1-2-4 41
4.2.2 Setup Menu 1-2-4 41
4.2.3 VOR Mode 1-2-4 42
4.2.4 Localizer Mode 1-2-4 44
4.2.5 Glideslope Mode 1-2-4 46
4.2.6 Marker Beacon Mode 1-2-4 48
4.2.7 ILS Mode 1-2-4 49
4.2.8 COMM AM Mode 1-2-4 50
4.2.9 COMM FM Mode 1-2-4 52
4.2.10 COMM SSB Mode 1-2-4 54
4.2.11 SWR Mode 1-2-4 56
4.2.12 SELCAL Mode 1-2-4 57
4.2.13 Frequency Counter Mode 1-2-4 58
4.2.14 121.5/243 BEACON Mode Screen 1-2-4 59
4.2.15 406 BEACON Mode Screen 1-2-4 60
4.4 Guided Test 1-2-4 60
4.4.1 Creating a Sequence 1-2-4 60
4.4.2 Deleting a Sequence 1-2-4 62
4.4.3 Playing a Sequence 1-2-4 63
4.4.4 Download Sequences through a Remote
Connection 1-2-4 63
4.4.5 Upload Sequences through a Remote
Connection 1-2-4 64
SECTION 3 - SPECIFICATIONS 1-3
SECTION 4 - SHIPPING 1-4
1. Shipping Test Sets 1-4-1 1
1.1 Information 1-4-1 1
1.2 Repacking Procedure 1-4-1 1
SECTION 5 - STORAGE 1-5

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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
Title Chapter/Section/Subject Page
Battery Recharging 1-2-1 2
IFR 4000 Front Panel 1-2-2 1
Analog CDI with 5 Dot ILS Deviation 1-2-4 45
EFIS with 2 1/2 Dot ILS Deviation 1-2-4 45
Repacking Procedure 1-4-1 1
LIST OF TABLES
Title Chapter/Section/Subject Page
Self Test Failures 1-2-3 2
406 BEACON Message Fields 1-2-4 38

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SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF MATERIAL
Unpacking
Special-design packing material inside this shipping carton provides maximum protection for the
IFR 4000. Avoid damaging the carton and packing material during equipment unpacking. Use the
following steps for unpacking the IFR 4000.
●Cut and remove the sealing tape on the carton top and open the carton.
●Grasp the IFR 4000 transit case firmly, while restraining the shipping carton, and lift the
equipment and packing material vertically.
●Place the IFR 4000 transit case and end cap packing on a suitable flat, clean and dry surface.
●Remove the protective plastic bag from the IFR 4000 transit case. Place protective plastic bag
and end cap packing material inside shipping carton. Store the shipping carton for future use
should the IFR 4000 need to be returned.
Checking Unpacked Equipment
●Inspect the equipment for damage incurred during shipment. If the equipment has been
damaged, report the damage to Aeroflex.
●Check the equipment against the packing slip to see if the shipment is complete. Report all
discrepancies to Aeroflex.
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER STANDARD/OPTIONAL QTY
IFR 4000 STANDARD 1
AC/DC POWER SUPPLY 67366 (7110-5600-200) STANDARD 1
VHF/UHF MULTI-BAND ANTENNA 9140 (1201-5601-000) STANDARD 1
ANTENNA 9137 (1201-0909-900) STANDARD 1
TNC (MALE - MALE) COAXIAL CABLE 62398 (6041-5680-800) STANDARD 1
TNC SHORT 24140 (2289-0001-009) STANDARD 1
50 ΩLOAD 24141 (2289-0001-010) STANDARD 1
5 A FUSE 56080 (5106-0000-057) STANDARD 1
TRANSIT CASE 10238 (1412-5653-000) STANDARD 1
POWER CORD (110 USE) (US ONLY) 62302 (6041-0001-000) STANDARD 1
ANTENNA INSTRUCTIONS (PAPER) 6085 (1002-5600-8P0) STANDARD 1
PASSWORD CARD (PAPER) 6086 (1002-5600-9P0) STANDARD 1
OPERATION MANUAL (CD-ROM) 6081 (1002-5600-2C0) STANDARD 1
MAINTENANCE MANUAL (CD-ROM) 6083 (1002-5600-4C0) OPTIONAL
RS-232 INTERFACE CABLE (15-PIN) 62399 (6041-5680-900) OPTIONAL
RS-232 INTERFACE CABLE (25-PIN) 62400 (6041-5681-200) OPTIONAL
BENCH STAND 63656 (6500-5681-000) OPTIONAL
POWER CORDS (220 USE) 64020 (7001-9903-000) OPTIONAL
STANDARD EQUIPMENT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

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SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND CAPABILITIES
1.1 DESCRIPTION
MODE RF LVL
FREQ TONE
M MOD SETUP
LOC G/S
DDM / uA
CTRS
BKLT
DISPLAY
CHARGE
POWER
056P-07
The IFR 4000 is a Flight Line or Ramp Test Set
for testing ILS, VOR, Marker Beacon,
HF/VHF/UHF Communications (NAV/COMM)
Systems, and with the ELT Option,
121.5/243 MHz Short Range Emergency
Beacons and 406 MHz COSPAS/SARSAT Long
Range Emergency Beacons.
The IFR 4000 is designed for ease of use,
portability, reliability and long service life.
The IFR 4000 may also be used for bench
testing in the General Aviation environment.
Power is derived from an internal battery. For
DC input, the DC POWER Connector is
provided for battery charging, bench operation
or servicing use.
The IFR 4000 and supplied accessories are
stored in a Ruggedized Plastic Transport
Case.
1.2 FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES
The IFR 4000 has the following features and
capabilities:
●Accurate measurements of VHF/UHF
transmitter frequency, output power,
modulation (AM and FM) and receiver
sensitivity.
●Accurate measurements of HF transmitter
frequency, output power, modulation (AM)
and SSB USB/LSB receiver sensitivity.
●Generation of ARINC 596 Selective Calling
Tones.
●Accurate measurement of VHF/UHF
antenna and or feeder SWR (Standing
Wave Ratio).
●Simulation of Localizer and Glideslope
(CAT I, II and III) Signals with variable
DDM settings.
●Swept Localizer DDM for coupled Auto Pilot
testing. (Simultaneous Localizer,
Glideslope and Marker signals.)
●Simulation of VOR beacon with variable
bearing.
●Simulation of Marker Beacon, Selectable
Airways (Z), Outer and Middle Marker
Tones.
●Guided Test capability allows instrument
setup steps to be stored.
●Accurate measurement of 121.5/243 Hz
emergency beacon transmitter frequency,
output power and modulation (AM). Audio
output for headphones to monitor swept
tone. (p/o ELT Option)
●Accurate measurement of 406 MHz
COSPAS/SARSAT beacon transmitter
frequency and output power. Decodes and
displays all location and user protocols.
(p/o ELT Option)
●Large LCD Display with user adjustable
Backlight and Contrast.
●Internal Battery allows eight hours
operation before recharge.

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1.2 FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES (cont)
●Automatic power shutdown after
approximately 5 to 20 minutes (selectable)
of non-use when AC power is not
connected.
●Compact and lightweight enough to allow
for one person operation.