ARTEX DGL-1 Manual

DGL-1 (Dongle)
Programming Adapter
453-4010
Description, Operation, Installation and Maintenance Manual
570-4010 Rev. G
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AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS
The Airworthiness limitations section is FAA approved and specifies inspections and other maintenance required
under 14 CFR§ 43.16 and 91.403, unless an alternative program has been approved.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ...............................................................................................................................3
LIST OF ACRONYMS, ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS ..........................................................................5
LIST OF FIGURES .....................................................................................................................................6
RECORD OF REVISIONS ............................................................................................................................7
SERVICE BULLETIN LIST ...........................................................................................................................8
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................9
1. Manual Usage ................................................................................................................................9
A. General .................................................................................................................................9
B. Application ............................................................................................................................9
2. Model Descriptions .......................................................................................................................10
A. Dongle DGL-1 Programming Adapter..................................................................................... 10
3. Approvals ....................................................................................................................................10
A. Dongle DGL-1 ...................................................................................................................... 10
4. References ..................................................................................................................................10
A. Regulatory Documents ......................................................................................................... 10
B. Other Documents.................................................................................................................10
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION .............................................................................................................. 11
1. Description ..................................................................................................................................11
A. Functional Overview ............................................................................................................. 11
B. Components ........................................................................................................................11
C. 24-Bit Address Reprogramming Functionality .........................................................................11
2. Operation ....................................................................................................................................12
A. Operational Overview ...........................................................................................................12
3. Specifications...............................................................................................................................13
A. Electrical ............................................................................................................................. 13
B. Physical............................................................................................................................... 13
TEST AND FAULT ISOLATION .................................................................................................................. 14
1. General .......................................................................................................................................14
A. Applicability ......................................................................................................................... 14
B. Regulatory Requirements ..................................................................................................... 14
2. Inspection ...................................................................................................................................14
A. Periodic Inspection...............................................................................................................14
3. Test Procedures ...........................................................................................................................14
A. General ...............................................................................................................................14
B. 24-Bit Address Reprogramming Verification Test ....................................................................14
C. 15-Digit Hex ID Verification .................................................................................................. 15
4. Fault Isolation..............................................................................................................................16
A. Troubleshooting Guidelines................................................................................................... 16
REMOVAL ............................................................................................................................................... 17

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1. DGL-1 Programming Adapter ........................................................................................................17
A. Dongle Removal...................................................................................................................17
2. Material or Equipment Return .......................................................................................................18
A. Shipment Information .......................................................................................................... 18
B. Return Material Authorization................................................................................................18
INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................... 19
1. Regulatory Requirements and Guidelines .......................................................................................19
A. Applicability ......................................................................................................................... 19
B. TSO C126, Paragraph D .......................................................................................................19
C. FAA..................................................................................................................................... 19
D. Canada................................................................................................................................19
E. Other Countries ................................................................................................................... 19
F. RTCA...................................................................................................................................20
2. Mechanical ..................................................................................................................................20
A. Dongle Location ................................................................................................................... 20
B. Dongle Installation ............................................................................................................... 20
3. Wiring .........................................................................................................................................21
A. General Considerations and Recommendations ......................................................................21
B. Dongle Wiring......................................................................................................................22
C. 24-Bit Address Reprogramming............................................................................................. 24
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST ...................................................................................................................... 26
1. Introduction.................................................................................................................................26
A. Purpose............................................................................................................................... 26
B. IPL Usage Guide .................................................................................................................. 26
2. Manufacturer Name and Address ..................................................................................................26
A. Ordering Information ........................................................................................................... 26
3. Explanation of Detailed Parts List Entries .......................................................................................26
A. Fig # & Item Column ........................................................................................................... 26
B. Part # Column .....................................................................................................................26
C. Nomenclature Column .......................................................................................................... 26
D. UPA (Units Per Assembly) Column......................................................................................... 28
4. Detailed Parts List ........................................................................................................................29

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LIST OF ACRONYMS, ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS
Term Definition
AC Advisory Circular –A Federal Aviation Administration (USA) bulletin with special
information. For the purposes of this document, the acronym AC does not refer
to electrical alternating current.
CFR Code of Federal Regulations –The general and permanent rules published in
the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal
Government. Title 14, “Aeronautics and Space” contains the FARs.
COSPAS-SARSAT The international search and rescue consortium that governs the international
satellite-based search and rescue distress alert detection and information
distribution system. For a complete description go to the official web site for
the International COSPAS-SARSAT Program.
Dip Switch A set of manual electric switches packaged in a group in a standard dual in-line
package (DIP).
Drip Loop Extra wire length used to form a U-shaped bend in a wire or cable. Water or
other fluids will flow down to the bottom of the loop and drip off. Electrical
connections are made at the top of the loop.
ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter –ELTs are installed on aircraft and used to
send emergency signals to the SAR satellite system. The word “Beacon” is
associated with these devices.
FAA Federal Aviation Administration –The United States government agency for
aircraft safety and regulation.
FAR Federal Aviation Regulations –The rules and regulations governing the
manufacture, certification, operation, maintenance, repair, and alteration of
aircraft in the United States.
Form 337 FAA Form 337 is required anytime a major repair and/or major alteration is
performed on an aircraft. Refer to FAR, Part 43, Appendix A and the definitions
of Major Repair/Alteration contained in FAR, Part 1 for guidance.
ID Identification
MIL The three-letter acronym that stands for “Military” and proceeds military
specifications and standards numbers (e.g., MIL-W-XXXX would indicate a wire
specification and MIL-STD-XXXX would indicate a standard).
MSB Most Significant Bit - The bit position in a binary number having the greatest
value.
P/N Part Number –Refers to an ACR part number, unless otherwise noted. Part
numbers are also indicated with parentheses (e.g., XXX-XXXX).
Plug The term “Plug”, within the context of this document, refers to the male half of
an electrical connector.
Receptacle The term “Receptacle,” within the context of this document, refers to the
female half of an electrical connector.
RTV A rubbery silicon-based adhesive typically used to prevent vibration problems
and water intrusion.
SAR Search and Rescue
TSO Technical Standard Order –A TSO is a minimum performance standard issued
by the FAA for specified materials, parts, processes, and appliances used on
civil aircraft.
VHF Very High Frequency –The 30 MHz to 300 MHz radio frequency band

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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 DGL-1 (Dongle) Programming Adapter with ELT Cover ..........................................................10
Figure 2 DGL-1 (Dongle) Programming Adapter Assembly ..................................................................11
Figure 3 Dongle Removal Sequence ..................................................................................................17
Figure 4 Dongle Outline and Dimensions ...........................................................................................20
Figure 5 Dongle Wiring Harness Arrangement.................................................................................... 22
Figure 6 Molex 12-Pin Connector Harness Arrangement......................................................................22
Figure 7 Molex Power and Ground Wires ...........................................................................................23
Figure 8 Dongle Wiring Diagram ....................................................................................................... 24
Figure 9 Octal/Hexadecimal to Binary Conversion...............................................................................25
Figure 10 24-Bit Address Switch Block ............................................................................................... 25
Figure 11 DGL-1 (Dongle) Programming Adapter Assembly ................................................................29
Figure 12 Wire Harness ....................................................................................................................30

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RECORD OF REVISIONS
REVISION
CHANGE
DATE
REVISION
CHANGE
DATE
-
RELEASE
Nov 06/2002
-
DCN 2124
Dec 18/2002
-
DCN 2147
Feb 17/2003
-
DCN 2188
Apr 21/2003
-
DCN 2369
Apr 21/2004
A
DCN 3144
Dec 11/2007
B
DCA W9612
Apr 06/2010
C
ECO 14756
Jul 28/2011
D
ECO 15119
Jun 27/2012
E
ECO 15487
Sept 23/2013
F
ECO 15897
Feb 20/2015
G
ECO 16761
Oct 9/2017

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INTRODUCTION
1. Manual Usage
A. General
1) This manual describes the operation, installation, and maintenance of the DGL-1 (Dongle) Programming
Adapter. This information is provided to ensure initial and continued airworthiness. Information
presented in this manual is accurate at time of printing, but is subject to change. Refer to the Artex
products web site at www.acrartex.com for the latest information and any updates to this manual.
2) Web links provided in this manual were accurate at time of printing, but may be subject to change.
3) Regulatory references contained herein are generally confined to United States and Canadian
requirements and, in any case, should not be considered all encompassing. Consult your national
aviation authority for applicable requirements.
B. Application
1) This manual constitutes supporting data/documentation for the Dongle, including:
a) Description and Operation
b) Test and Fault Isolation (includes inspection criteria)
c) Removal
d) Installation
e) Registration
f) Illustrated Parts List
2) In the United States, a 406 MHz ELT must be installed and maintained in accordance with the
requirements herein and 14 CFR, FAR Parts 43, and 91; and other airworthiness requirements, as
applicable.
3) 406 MHz ELT installation and maintenance in all other countries must comply with the requirements
herein and applicable national airworthiness requirements.
4) The accessories (i.e., remote switch) addressed in this manual are the accessories most commonly
associated with a 406 MHz ELT. Other options, such as a different remote switch configuration or a
navigation interface, should be installed and maintained in accordance with the written instructions
specific to the accessory.
NOTE: Contact ACR Electronics, Inc., for optional accessories approved for use with a ME406
Series ELT.
5) To ensure proper operation, only parts listed in the Illustrated Parts List of this manual or those
recommended by ACR Electronics, Inc., may be used as replacement parts for the Dongle.

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2. Model Descriptions
A. Dongle DGL-1 Programming Adapter
1) The Dongle is a 24-bit address programming adapter with two rows of DIP switches.
2) The Dongle is an optional auxiliary device attached to an ELT top cover that remains with an aircraft to
allow fleet operators to transfer ELTs between aircraft.
Figure 1 DGL-1 (Dongle) Programming Adapter with ELT Cover
3. Approvals
A. Dongle DGL-1
1) FAA TSO-C126 - System Component
2) ETSO 2C126 - System Component
4. References
A. Regulatory Documents
1) The following regulatory documents are referred to herein. When referring to such documents, it is the
manual user’s responsibility to ensure they are using the latest revision or release of such documents. To
that end, the revision designator of specific document numbers has not been included, with the
exception of the RTCA document listing, which reflects the revision level of the documents at the time
of TSO testing and certification.
2) Except in the case of a printed manual, reference documents available on-line or source locations are
linked to applicable web sites.
3) United States
a) AC 43-210, “Standardized Procedures for Requesting Field Approval of Data, Major Alterations, and
Repairs”
b) AC 43.9-1, “Instructions for Completion of FAA Form 337”
c) AC 43-13-1, “Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices –Aircraft Inspection and Repair”
d) AC 43.13-2, “Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Alterations”
4) COSPAS-SARSAT
a) C/S G.005, “Cospas-Sarsat Guidelines on 406 MHz Beacon Coding, Registration and Type Approval”
b) C/S S.007, “Handbook of Beacon Regulations”
B. Other Documents
1) The following documents are available on-line at the Artex products web site at www.acrartex.com, or
from ACR Electronics upon request.
A) 570-1000, “ELT Test Set (ETS) Operation Manual”