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AIR Trac
Installation Manual
Trac Avoidance System
Document: MAN0070A0001
Version: 4.0
Date: 2020/01/09
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Internet: https://www.air-avionics.com ·Mail: [email protected]

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Important
Please read this manual carefully before installing the device.
Please observe the limitations and safety instructions.
This manual is an essential portion of the device and shall be kept in a safe place.
Articles Covered
This manual covers the following articles:
•AT-1 ‘‘AIR Trac’’, software version 5.
Revision History
Rev. Date Status Author Changes Approved
1.0 2018/08/29 Release M. Förderer Initial release H. Hoeth
2.0 2018/10/25 Release M. Förderer Second release. Additional information
and functions have been added. –
2.1 2018/12/21 Release M. Förderer Added details regarding ARINC429 and
discrete inputs –
2.2 2019/03/15 Release M. Förderer Added ICA, xed some minor issues –
3.0 2019/03/15 Release M. Förderer Added details, updated conguration
according to software version 5 –
4.0 2020/01/09 Release M. Förderer Added informations regarding the latest
software versions 7 and 8. –
Product Support
If you have questions, our product support team will be happy to help you. Contact us
via [email protected] or by phone. Please nd details about our hotlines and
availability online at https://www.air-avionics.com
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Contents
General Description ·1
Introduction ·1
Equipment Description ·1
System Capabilities ·2
Technical Specications ·2
Regulatory Compliance ·3
Liability ·5
Unpacking and Inspecting Equipment ·5
Installation Materials ·5
System Interconnects ·7
D-SUB Power/Data Connectors ·7
USB Connector ·9
Antenna Connectors ·10
Static Pressure Port ·11
Interfaces ·12
Serial Data Interface ·12
ARINC429 Interface ·13
WiFi Interface ·13
Data Bus Interface ·13
Power Supply and Enable Interface ·14
Audio Output ·16
Discrete Inputs ·17
Installation Overview ·18
General Handling Recommendations ·18
Workmanship ·18
Cabling and Wiring Considerations ·19
Antenna Considerations ·20
Pressure Tubing Considerations ·27
AT-1 Mounting Considerations ·28
Compatibility Considerations ·29
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Air Circulation and Cooling ·31
Compass Safe Distance ·31
Installation Procedures ·32
Equipment Mounting ·32
Wiring ·34
Antenna Installation ·35
Interconnect Installation ·35
Post Installation Conguration, Checkout, and Documentation ·35
Post Installation Checkout ·36
Wiring Checks ·36
Connector Engagement Checks ·36
System Conguration ·37
AT-1 Conguration Webpage ·37
Simple, Advanced, and Expert Conguration Mode ·38
Simple Conguration ·39
Expert Conguration ·40
Ground Checks ·41
Simulator for Ground Checks ·41
Interface Checkout ·41
Discrete Inputs Check ·42
Audio Check ·42
Version / Revision Check ·43
Trac reception tests ·43
Failure Message Check ·43
System Status and Error Messages ·44
Status LED ·44
AT-1 Status Information on Conguration Webpage ·48
Conguration and Checkout Documentation ·50
Conguration Documentation ·50
Checkout Documentation ·50
Maintenance ·51
Software Packages and Expiry ·51
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Software/Database Loading ·51
Bibliography ·53
Assembly And Installation Drawings ·54
Cabling and Conguration Examples ·55
GARMIN GTN 650 and 750 ·55
GARMIN GNS 430/530 (WAAS and non-WAAS versions) ·55
Wiring Diagrams ·57
Checkout Log ·59
Installation ·59
Ground Checks ·59
Interference Checks ·59
Documentation ·59
Conguration Parameters ·60
Own Aircraft ·60
Installation ·61
Privacy ·62
Warnings ·63
Digital and Analog Inputs ·67
Audio Output ·69
Relay ·70
Flight Data Recorder ·71
WiFi Interface ·72
RS-232 data port 1 ·78
RS-232 data port 2 ·84
RS-232 data port 3 ·90
ARINC 429 Interface ·96
Changelog ·98
AT-1 Software Version 8 ·98
AT-1 Software Version 7 ·99
AT-1 Software Version 6 ·100
AT-1 Software Version 5 ·101
AT-1 Software Version 4 ·103
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AT1 Software Version 3 ·104
AT1 Software Version 2 ·106
AT1 Software Version 1 ·107
Environmental data ·108
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General Description 1
1.1 Introduction
This manual is intended to provide mechanical and electrical information for use in the
planning and design of an installation of the Air Trac (AT-1) into an aircraft. This manual
is not a substitute for an approved airframe-specic maintenance manual, installation
design drawing, or complete installation data package. Attempting to install equipment by
reference to this manual alone and without planning or designing an installation specic to
your aircraft may compromise your safety and is not recommended. The content of this
manual assumes use by competent and qualied avionics engineering personnel and/or
avionics installation specialists using standard aviation maintenance practices in accordance
with relevant accepted practices. This manual is not intended for use by individuals who do
not possess the competencies and abilities set forth above. Refer to section ‘‘Limitations’’
for additional information and other considerations.
1.2 Equipment Description
Model Part number Description
AIR Trac AT-1 Trac Warning System based on FLARM and ADS-B Technology
AT-1 is a small, lightweight trac/electronic conspicuity system based on FLARM and ADS-B
technology. It detects the position of surrounding air trac and transmits the own position
to other aircraft that are equipped with compatible systems. It transfers trac data and
warning messages to compatible cockpit display systems, annunciators, and other avionics
systems using various data interfaces.
Figure 1.1.: AIR Trac (AT-1) device.
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1.3 System Capabilities
AT-1 detects other trac transmitting FLARM, ADS-B or Mode-S transponder data. Moreover,
AT-1 broadcasts the own aircraft’s position, altitude, and trajectory to other aircraft using
FLARM.
AT-1 exchanges data with avionics systems in the own aircraft using a broad range of
standardizeddatainterfaces. AT-1is compatibleto a wide range ofcockpitsystemsincluding
trac displays, navigation systems, apps on tablets or smartphones, audio systems, and
warning annunciators.
As there are neither minimum performance standards (MPS) nor technical standard orders
(TSO) for FLARM based collision warning systems, AT-1 is not certied. It can be legally
installed into many aircraft types based on several regulations covering installation of
non-TSO articles, for example by means of EASA Standard Change Approvals (CS-STAN) or
specic EASA Minor Change Approvals or Supplementary Type Certicates (STC) that have
been created by AIR Avionics or third-party organisations.
AT-1 cannotbeusedasa replacementforcertiedTAS/TCASsystems. It maynotbe usedas asubstitute
for these systems, especially, not in cases where the installation of TAS/TCAS systems is mandated.
1.4 Technical Specications
1.4.1 Characteristics
Parameter Data Unit
Mechanical
Dimensions 61.5 ×60.75 ×131.15 mm
Mounting withmountingtrayorattachedtoanAIRTrac
Display (ATD-57 or ATD-80)
Mass 0.252 kg
Electrical
Voltage (nom.) 13.8 V DC
Voltage (operational) 9 to 32 V DC
Low voltage shutdown 8 V DC
Current (nom.) 0.15 A
Please nd a dimensional drawing in appendix B
1.4.2 Environmental Specications
The environmental data for this device is only valid if the device is installed within an
environment matching the qualication environment. The AT-1 has been tested in
accordance with RTCA DO-160D.
A compliance statement can be found in appendix H.
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1.4.3 Hardware
AT-1 has an all-metal housing. It features two power/signal connectors (D-SUB), four
RF connectors, an optional static port connector, a USB port for data exchange, and an
integrated WiFi antenna for wireless connectivity.
The device status is presented using three multi-color LEDs on the back of the unit.
Device Label
Connector 2 (D-SUB 15HD)
Connector 1 (D-SUB 26HD)
3 Status LED
Static Port
USB Connector
GPS Antenna Connector (QMA)
1090MHz Antenna Connector (rpSMA)
FLARM Antenna Connector A (SMA) FLARM Antenna Connector B (SMA)
WiFi Antenna
Figure 1.2.: Housing and connector overview
1.5 Regulatory Compliance
1.5.1 ETSO Functions
AT-1 does not cover any ETSO functions.
1.5.2 Deviations
Not applicable.
1.5.3 Non-ETSO Functions
AT-1 covers the following non ETSO functions:
•
Sends and receives FLARM signals. Receives ADS-B signals and Mode-S transponder
replies.
•Computes threat information for received trac signals.
•Sends trac data and warnings to other cockpit- and avionics systems.
•Puts out aural warnings and info messages.
•Delivers GPS data (SIL/SDA=0) to other cockpit- and avionics systems.
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1.5.4 Telecommunication Standards and Conformity Declaration
Garrecht Avionik GmbH, as the device manufacturer declares that the apparatus AIR Trac
(AT-1) in all versions conforms with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions
of the following directives and complies with the following standards:
Trac Transceiver
Directive Harmonized Standard applied Equipment Properties
R&TTE Directive 1995/5/EC EN 300 220-1 V2.4.1 (2012-05) Receiver Category 3,
Transmitter duty-cyle 1%
R&TTE Directive 1995/5/EC EN 300 220-2 V2.4.1 (2012-05)
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2 (2011-09)
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC EN 301 489-3 V1.6.1 (2013-08) Primary Function Type I
Device Type 3
WiFi Module
•Directives: 2014/35/EU, 2014/53/EU (RED), 1999/519/EC, 2011/65/EU
•Health and Safety: EN 62311:2008
•ERM: EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1, EN 301 489-17 V3.1.1, EN 300 328 V2.1.1
•EMC: EN 55022:2010/AC:2011
1.5.5 Limitations
AT-1 is subject to various limitations. Operational limitations can be reviewed in the AT-1
Pilot’s Manual [1].
AT-1 does not replace ETSO certied Trac Avoidance or Trac and Collision Avoidance
systems if required for a certain aircraft type or operation scenario.
1.5.6 Installation
It is the responsibility of those installing this article in a specic type or class of aircraft
to determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within applicable standards. The
article may be installed only if complying with applicable airworthiness requirements.
Please be aware that not all functions supported by AT-1 may be supported by connected
display systems. Carefully observe the limitations and functions of connected devices in
order to assess system limitations that apply to your aircraft. Please consult the section
‘‘Compatibility Considerations’’ on page 29 for details on supported connected display
units.
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1.6 Liability
IN NO EVENT WILL AIR AVIONICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY
TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT.
1.7 Unpacking and Inspecting Equipment
Before installation into an aircraft, the equipment should be visually inspected for shipping
damages and completeness. If the unit is damaged, notify the carrier. Do not return the
unit to AIR Avionics before the carrier has authorized a claim.
The following parts are normally included with an AT-1:
Part Part number Description
1 x AT-1 main unit AT-1 AT-1 main unit
1 x USB cable B582 USB extension cable (1m)
1 x Data connector FL15-26S7 D-SUB 26HD crimp connector, backshell, and, contacts
1 x FLARM Cockpit Antenna B571 FLARM Antenna for cockpit installation (SMA)
1 x 1090 Cockpit Antenna B572 ADS-B/XPDR Antenna for cockpit installation (rpSMA)
1 x GPS Antenna B575 Active GPS Antenna for cockpit installation (QMA)
Shouldtherebemissingpartsorsparepartsrequired,pleasecontactAIRAvionicsorvisithttp://www.air-
store.eu
1.8 Installation Materials
For obtaining installation material or tools, please visit http://www.air-store.eu or contact
the AIR Avionics support.
1.8.1 Tools Required but not Supplied
Using crimp contacts for all connectors is recommended. The table below identies crimp
tools required to ensure consistent, reliable crimp contact connections for the D-Sub
connectors.
Military Part Number Tool
M22520/2-01 Hand crimping tool
M22520/2-06 Positioner (female)
M22520/2-09 Positioner (male)
M81969/14-01 Insertion and extraction tool
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1.8.2 Parts Required but not Supplied
AT-1 is intended for use with standard aviation accessories. The following items are required
for installation, but not supplied.
•Wire (MIL-W-22759/16 or equivalent)
•Shielded wire (MIL-C-27500 or equivalent)
•Push/Pull (manually resettable) circuit breakers
•Tie wraps or lacing cord
1.8.3 Optional Accessories
You can get optional accessories from http://www.air-store.eu.
Part numbe Description
B569 D-SUB26HD connection kit with receptacle, backshell, crimp terminals, wire
B427 1m cable to AIR Trac Displays (ATD-11/57/80) with power supply leads
B428 3m cable to AIR Trac Displays (ATD-11/57/80) with power supply leads
B429 5m cable to AIR Trac Displays (ATD-11/57/80) with power supply leads
B583 Static pressure port connector to connect to the aircraft static pressure port
B579 AT-1 mounting tray
B580 AT-1 D-SUB 26 HD connection kit for easy installation
B584 AT-1 installation kit for direct mounting of AT-1 on an AIR Trac Display 57
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System Interconnects 2
AT-1 contains various connectors for power, data, and antennas.
Connector 2
D-SUB 15HD
Connector 1
D-SUB 26HD
USB Connector
USB C 3.1
GPS Antenna Connector
QMA Female
1090MHz Antenna Connector
rpSMA Female
FLARM Antenna Connector A
SMA Female
FLARM Antenna Connector B
SMA Female
Figure 2.1.: System interconnects overview.
2.1 D-SUB Power/Data Connectors
Both data connectors are D-SUB high-density types. Connector one is a D-SUB26 HD
male connector with 26 pins, connector two has 15 pins in a D-SUB15 HD female form
factor. Small pin numbers are molded into the connectors for easier pin identication.
Pin numbers of mating (male and female) connectors are identical, i.e. mating pins have
identical numbers.
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2.1.1 Connector 1
19
10 18
19 26
Figure 2.2.: Connector 1 pin map
Pin Name Pin number I/O
Aircraft Power (VIN) 1.1 In
RS-232 Port 1 receive data (RXD1) 1.2 In
RS-232 Port 2 receive data (RXD2) 1.3 In
RS-232 Port 3 receive data (RXD3) 1.4 In
Aircraft Ground (GND) 1.5 –
Analog Input (AIN) 1.6 In
Relay Output (ROUT) 1.7 Out
Relay Input (RIN) 1.8 In
Aircraft Ground (GND) 1.9 –
Aircraft Power (VIN) 1.10 In
RS-232 Port 1 transmit data (TXD1) 1.11 Out
RS-232 Port 2 transmit data (RXD2) 1.12 Out
RS-232 Port 3 transmit data (TXD3) 1.13 Out
Power Output 3.3V (3v3out) 1.14 Out
Audio Output (AUD) 1.15 Out
Discrete Input 1 (DIN1) 1.16 In
Discrete Input 2 (DIN2) 1.17 In
Discrete Input 3 (DIN3) 1.18 In
Data Bus Low Signal (CANLO) 1.19 In/Out
Data Bus High Signal (CANHI) 1.20 In/Out
Data Bus Termination 120R (CANTERM) 1.21 –
Enable (EN) 1.22 In
Aircraft Ground (GND) 1.23 –
ARINC429 Out A (A429A) 1.24 Out
ARINC429 Out B (A429B) 1.25 Out
Aircraft Ground (GND) 1.26 –
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2.1.2 Connector 2
5 1
10 6
15 11
Figure 2.3.: Connector 2 pin map
Pin Name Pin number I/O
Aircraft Power Out (VOUT) 2.1 Out
RS-232 Port 2 transmit data (TXD2) 2.2 Out
RS-232 Port 2 receive data (RXD2) 2.3 In
Enable (EN) 2.4 In
Aircraft Ground (GND) 2.5 –
Aircraft Power Out (VOUT) 2.6 Out
Data Bus Low Signal (CANLO) 2.7 In/Out
Data Bus High Signal (CANHI) 2.8 In/Out
Not Connected 2.9 –
Not Connected 2.10 –
Not Connected 2.11 –
Not Connected 2.12 –
Not Connected 2.13 –
Aircraft Ground (GND) 2.14 –
Not Connected 2.15 –
2.2 USB Connector
AT-1 features a USB 3.1 type C connector which serves as a USB host interface for USB thumb
drives. A USB-C to USB-A jack (panel mount) extension cable is included with delivery. A
standard USB thumb drive (USB-A) can be connected using this cable.
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Figure 2.4.: USB connector and supplied extension cable
AT-1 does not supply enough power to charge personal devices via USB. Only connect
USB thumb drives to the USB port. Connecting smartphones, tablets, or PCs may
damage AT-1. If an overcurrent is detected, i.e. if a device draws more current from the
USB port than specied, the USB power supply is switched o until AT-1 is restarted.
2.3 Antenna Connectors
AT-1 features four antenna connectors. The connectors have dierent polarity for FLARM,
1090 MHz, and GPS. Please make sure to always connect the connectors correctly. A wrong
connection may damage the connector.
GPS Antenna Connector
QMA Female
1090MHz Antenna Connector
rpSMA Female
FLARM Antenna Connector A
SMA Female
FLARM Antenna Connector B
SMA Female
Figure 2.5.: Antenna connectors
Connector Signal Type
1090 MHz ADS-B/transponder messages (receive) rpSMA female
FLARM A FLARM channel A (send/receive) SMA female
FLARM B FLARM channel B (send/receive) SMA female
GPS GPS (receive) QMA female
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2.4 Static Pressure Port
For some of its functions, AT-1 measures the barometric altitude. The unit features an
integrated pressure sensor. Formore precise readings, this pressure sensorcan be connected
to the aircraft’s static pressure port using an optional static pressure port connector.
Figure 2.6.: The static port pressure connector can be optionally installed.
The static port adapter ts most aviaition standard tubings an has an outer diameter of
6mm. The threading used to connect the adapter is M3 with a length of 3mm.
If the static port pressure connector is not installed, ensure that the static port of the
unit is not covered.
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3.1 Serial Data Interface
AT-1 is capable of interfacing with other aviation instruments by sending and/or receiving
serial data on its three serial data ports. All three serial data ports can be congured
individually.
Pin Name Pin number I/O
RS-232 Port 1 data out (TXD1) 1.11 Out
RS-232 Port 1 data in (RXD1) 1.2 In
RS-232 Port 2 data out (TXD2) 1.12 / 2.2 Out
RS-232 Port 2 data in (RXD2) 1.3 / 2.3 In
RS-232 Port 3 data out (TXD3) 1.13 Out
RS-232 Port 3 data in (RXD3) 1.4 In
The serial inputs/outputs conform to RS-232C (EIA Standard) with a positive and a negative
output voltage of at least 5V when driving a standard RS-232 load.
It is not sucient that power supply ground on both devices is connected to aircraft
ground. An additional direct ground connection is mandatory.
The use of a twisted pair shielded cable, e.g. MIL-C-27500-22TG 2T14 is highly recommended.
With this cable both data wires and the GND reference can be connected using a single
cable.
SYSTEM 1 RS-232 send data (TX)
SYSTEM 1 RS-232 receive data (RX)
SYSTEM 1 Ground (GND)
SYSTEM 1 POWER (VIN)
SYSTEM 2 RS-232 receive data (RX)
SYSTEM 2 RS-232 send data (TX)
SYSTEM 2 Ground (GND)
SYSTEM 2 POWER (VIN)
-
-
-
-
"SYSTEM 1"
-
-
-
-
DIRECT GND-CONNECTION VIA SHIELD OR EXTERNALLY IS REQUIRED FOR ALL RS-232 CLIENTS
AIRCRAFT POWER (+)
AIRCRAFT GND (-) AIRCRAFT GND (-)
AIRCRAFT POWER (+)
1
1
THIS SYMBOL REPRESENTS TWISTED PAIR CABLES
"SYSTEM 2"
Figure 3.1.: Generic RS-232 wiring recommendation between ‘‘System 1’’ and ‘‘System 2’’
The table below contains maximum recommended cable lengths when using shielded
data cables for an RS-232 data interface. Exceeding these cable lengths may reduce signal
integrity and compromise the reliability of the data interface.
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