GE ADTS 542 User manual

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GE Data Classification: Public
Druck
ADTS 542/552/553/554F
Air Data Test Set
Instruction Manual

Preface
This User Manual provides operating instructions for the Air Data Test Sets (ADTS) compatible
with the requirements of first line operation.
Scope
This User Manual contains the description, identification data and operating procedures for
the user of this equipment.
Safety
The manufacturer has designed this equipment to be safe when operated using the proce-
dures detailed in this manual and the Safety and Installation Guide K0554. Do not use this
equipment for any other purpose than that stated.
This publication contains operating and safety instructions that must be followed to ensure
safe operation and to maintain the equipment in a safe condition. The safety instructions are
either warnings or cautions issued to protect the user and the equipment from injury or dam-
age. Safety instructions are indicated using a warning symbol in the text.
Use qualified* technicians and good engineering practice for all procedures in this publication.
Pressure
Do not apply pressure greater than the maximum safe working pressure to the equipment.
Toxic Materials
There are no known toxic materials used in this equipment.
Maintenance
The equipment must be maintained using the manufacturer’s procedures and should be car-
ried out by the manufacturer’s service department or approved service agents.
Technical Advice
For technical advice contact the manufacturer or subsidiary.
* A qualified technician must have the necessary technical knowledge, documentation, special
test equipment and tools to carry out the required work on this equipment.
Multi Language Documentation
Copies of this manual are available in the following languages: French, German, Spanish, Por-
tuguese, Chinese, Japanese, Italian and Polish.
Hand terminal GUI can also be operated in the following languages: French, German, Spanish,
Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, Italian and Polish.
Contact your local GE Sales office for more details.

Marks and Symbols on the equipment
For the list of GE approved service centres, go to: www.gemeasurement.com
This equipment meets the requirements of all relevant Euro-
pean directives. The equipment carries the CE mark.
This symbol, on the equipment, indicates that the user should
read the user manual.
This symbol, on the equipment, indicates a warning and that
the user should refer to the user manual.
Ce symbole, sur l’instrument, indique que l’utilisateur doit con-
sulter le manuel d’utilisation. Ce symbole, dans le manuel,
indique une situation dangereuse.
This symbol warns the user of the danger of electric shock.
Ce symbole alerte l’utilisateur sur le danger de choc électrique.
Do not dispose of this product as household waste. Use an
approved organisation that collects and/or recycles waste
electrical and electronic equipment. For more information,
contact one of these: - Our customer service department:
www.gemeasurement.com - Your local government office.
The Bluetooth® wireless technology word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by GE is under license. Other trademarks
and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Compliance Statements
Note: You can view the compliance information stored on the ADTS Touch as follows:
From the ADTS Touch Dashboard, select:
1. Tools
2. Bluetooth®
3. Select certification.
FCC Warning Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF expo-
sure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment.
USA
ADTS542F/ADTS552F/ADTS553F/ADTS554F
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This device is only authorized for use in a mobile application. At least 20 cm of separation dis-
tance between the ADTS5XXF device and the user's body must be maintained at all times.
•ADTS542F/ADTS552F/ADTS553F/ADTS554F: Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID:
QOQWT41.
•(For DK0429 variants only) ADTS552F: FCC ID: 2AAVWADTS552F-01

ADTS Touch
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This device must not be used with any other antenna or transmitter that has not been
approved to operate in conjunction with this device.
FCC ID: 2AAVWADTSTOUCH-01.
ADTS TOUCH-ER
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This device must not be used with any other antenna or transmitter that has not been
approved to operate in conjunction with this device.
FCC ID: 2AAVWADTSTOUCH-02.
CANADA
ADTS542F/ADTS552F/ADTS553F/ADTS554F
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna
of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be
so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that nec-
essary for successful communication.
This radio transmitter has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna
types listed with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this
list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohib-
ited for use with this device.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is sub-
ject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause interference.

This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
•ADTS542F/ADTS552F/ADTS553F/ADTS554F: Contains IC ID: 5123A-BGTWT41 - patch
antenna: 50 ohms, 6.662dBi gain
•(For DK0429 variants only) ADTS542F: Contains IC ID: 5123A-BGTWT41 - dipole: 50 ohms,
2.3dBi gain
•(For DK0429 variants only) ADTS552F: IC ID: 12097A - ADTS552F01 - patch antenna: 50
ohms, 6.662dBi gain
ADTS542F/ADTS552F/ADTS553F/ADTS554F
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut
fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour
l'émetteur par Industrie Canada.
Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisa-
teurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée
équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communica-
tion satisfaisante.
Le présent émetteur radio a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les
types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal. Les types
d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué,
sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage.
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouil-
lage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
•ADTS542F/ADTS552F/ADTS553F/ADTS554F: Contient IC ID: 5123A-BGTWT41 - antenne
patch: 50 ohms, 6.662dBi gain
•(Pour les variantes DK0429 seulement) ADTS542F: Contient IC ID: 5123A-BGTWT41 -
antenne dipôle: 50 ohms, 2.3dBi gain
•(Pour les variantes DK0429 seulement) ADTS552F: IC ID: 12097A - ADTS552F01 -
antenne patch: 50 ohms, 6.662dBi gain
ADTS Touch
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna
of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be
so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that nec-
essary for successful communication.

This radio transmitter (12097A-ADTSTOUCH01) has been approved by Industry Canada to
operate with the antenna types listed with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna
types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that
type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
dipole antenna: 50 ohms, 2.3dBi gain
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is sub-
ject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause interference.
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
contains IC ID: 12097A-ADTSTOUCH01
ADTS Touch
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut
fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour
l'émetteur par Industrie Canada.
Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisa-
teurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée
équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communica-
tion satisfaisante.
Le présent émetteur radio (12097A-ADTSTOUCH01) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada
pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible
maximal. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au gain
maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.
antenne dipole: 50 ohms, 2.3dBi gain
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage.
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouil-
lage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
contient IC ID: 12097A-ADTSTOUCH01
ADTS TOUCH-ER
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna
of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada.

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be
so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that nec-
essary for successful communication.
This radio transmitter (12097A-ADTSTOUCH02) has been approved by Industry Canada to
operate with the antenna types listed with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna
types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that
type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
dipole antenna: 50 ohms, 2dBi gain
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is sub-
ject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause interference.
This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device
contains FCC ID: 12097A-ADTSTOUCH02
ADTS TOUCH-ER
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut
fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour
l'émetteur par Industrie Canada.
Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisa-
teurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée
équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communica-
tion satisfaisante.
Le présent émetteur radio (12097A-ADTSTOUCH02) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada
pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant un gain admissible
maximal. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au gain
maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.
antenne dipole: 50 ohms, 2dBi gain
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage.
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouil-
lage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

contient IC ID: 12097A-ADTSTOUCH02
MEXICO
The operation of this equipment is subject to the following two conditions: (1) it is possible
that this equipment or device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment or
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: (1) es posible que
este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo
debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no
deseada.
BRAZIL
This equipment operates in a secondary manner, that is, does not have the right of protection
against prejudicial interference, even from stations of the same type, and nor can they cause
interference to systems operating in a primary manner.
Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra
interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência
a sistemas operando em caráter primário.
CHINA
ADTS542F (DK429 only): CMIIT - 2015DJ5155
ADTS552F (DK429 only): CMIIT - 2015DJ6744
ADTS542F (DK467): CMIIT - 2018DJ2161
ADTS552F (DK467): CMIIT - 2018DJ2155
ADTS553F (DK467): CMIIT - 2018DJ2158
ADTS554F (DK467): CMIIT - 2018DJ2163
ADTSTOUCH: CMIIT - 2015DJ5598
KOREA
해당 무선설비는 운용 중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음
For safety related information refer to K0554 “Safety and Installation Guide”.

Abbreviations
The following abbreviations may be used in this manual, the abbreviations are the same in the
singular and plural.
A Ampere
abs Absolute
a.c. Alternating current
ADTS Air Data Test Set
AMM Aircraft Maintenance Manual
Alt Altitude
Alt1 Altitude static channel 1
Alt2 Altitude static channel 2
ARINC Air Radio Incorporated
ASI Airspeed indicator
ATE Automatic Test Equipment
CAS Calibrated airspeed
COSHH Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations
cm Centimetre
d.c Direct current
Def Define
e.g. For example
EPR Engine Pressure Ratio
etc. And so on
°C Degrees Celsius
°F Degrees Fahrenheit
Fig. Figure
ft Foot
g Gauge

h Hour
HBC High breaking capacity
Hg Mercury
hm Hecto metre
Hz Hertz
IAS Indicated airspeed
i.e That is
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
in Inch
inHg Inches of mercury
kg Kilogram
km Kilometre
kts Knots
LCD Liquid crystal display
m Metre
mA Milliampere
Mach Speed ratio to the speed of sound
max Maximum
mbar Millibar
min Minute or minimum
mm Millimetre
mph Miles per hour
mV Millivolts
No. Number
PIN Personal identification number
Ps Static pressure
Ps1 Static pressure channel 1
Ps2 Static pressure channel 2

psi Pounds per square inch
PC Personal computer
Pt Total pressure (Pitot)
Pt1 Pitot pressure channel 1
Pt2 Pitot pressure channel 2
Qc Differential pressure Pt1-Ps1
QFE Local atmospheric pressure
QNH Barometric pressure at sea level
REF Reference
RGA Return Goods Authorization (Druck procedure)
RMS Root mean square
ROC Rate of climb
RS232 Serial communications protocol
Rt Rate
Rt CAS Rate of CAS
RTC Real time clock
SCPI Standard commands for programmable instruments
SST Standard Serviceability Test
ST Stainless steel
TAS True Airspeed
V Volts
VA Volt Ampere
+ve Positive
-ve Negative

GLOSSARY
Adjust To bring to a more satisfactory state; to manipulate controls, levers,
linkages, etc. to return equipment from an out-of-tolerance condition to
an in-tolerance condition.
Align To bring into line; to line up; to bring into precise adjustment, correct
relative position or coincidence.
Assemble To fit and secure together the several parts of; to make or form by
combining parts.
Calibrate To determine accuracy, deviation or variation by special measurement
or by comparison with a standard.
Check Make a comparison of a measure of time, pressure, temperature,
resistance, dimension or other quality with a known figure for that
measurement.
Disconnect To detach the connection between; to separate keyed or matched
equipment parts.
Dismantle To take apart to the level of the next smaller unit or down to all
removable parts.
Examine To perform a critical visual observation or check for specific conditions;
to test the condition of.
Fit Correctly attach one item to another.
Inspect Review the work carried out by Specialists to ensure it has been
performed satisfactorily.
Install To perform operations necessary to properly fit an equipment unit into
the next larger assembly or system.
Maintain To hold or keep in any particular state or condition especially in a state
of efficiency or validity.
Operate Make sure that an item or system functions correctly as far as possible
without the use of test equipment or reference to measurement.
Readjust To adjust again; to move back to a specified condition; to bring back to
an in-tolerance condition.

Reconnect To rejoin or refasten that which has been separated.
Refit Fit an item which has previously been removed.
Remove To perform operations necessary to take an equipment unit out of the
next larger assembly or system. To take off or eliminate. To take or
move away.
Repair To restore damaged, worn out or malfunctioning equipment to a
serviceable, usable or operable condition.
Replace Remove an item and fit a new or a serviced item.
Reset To put back into a desired position, adjustment or condition.
Service To perform such operations as cleaning, lubricating and replenishing to
prepare for use.
Test Ascertain by using the appropriate test equipment that a component or
system functions correctly.

Conversion Chart
Unit Conversion:
To convert FROM pressure Value 1 in pressure UNITS 1 TO pressure Value 2 in pressure UNITS 2
Calculate as follows:
Value 2 = Value 1 x Factor 1 ÷ Factor 2
Pressure UNITS FACTOR (hPa) Pressure UNITS FACTOR (hPa)
mbar 1.0 cmH2O @ 20°C 0.978903642
bar 1000.0 mH2O @ 20°C 97.8903642
Pa (N/m2)0.01 kg/m20.0980665
hPa 1.0 kg/cm2980.665
kPa 10.0 torr 1.333223684
MPa 10000.0 atm 1013.25
mmHg@ 0°C 1.333223874 psi 68.94757293
cmHg@ 0°C 13.33223874 lb/ft20.4788025898
mHg@ 0°C 1333.223874 inH2O @ 4°C 2.4908891
inHg@ 0°C 33.86388640341 inH2O @ 20°C 2.486413
mmH2O @ 4°C 0.0980665 inH2O @ 60°F 2.487641558
cmH2O @ 4°C 0.980665 ftH2O @ 4°C 29.8906692
mH2O @ 4°C 98.0665 ftH2O @ 20°C 29.836983
mmH2O @ 20°C 0.097890364 ftH2O @ 60°F 29.8516987

Table of Contents
Preface ........................................................................................................................................... 1
Abbreviations ................................................................................................................................ 9
GLOSSARY ...................................................................................................................................... 13
Conversion Chart ......................................................................................................................... 15
Chapter - 1 ..................................................................................................................................... 19
INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................................... 20
ADTS542F...................................................................................................................................................... 22
ADTS552F...................................................................................................................................................... 26
ADTS553F...................................................................................................................................................... 28
ADTS554F...................................................................................................................................................... 30
Dual Hand Terminal ................................................................................................................................. 36
Chapter - 2 ..................................................................................................................................... 38
Packaging ..................................................................................................................................................... 39
Packing for Storage or Transportation............................................................................................ 41
Returned Goods Procedure .................................................................................................................. 43
Pneumatic Pressure Connections...................................................................................................... 45
Positioning the ADTS................................................................................................................................ 47
Chapter - 3 ..................................................................................................................................... 49
Preparation................................................................................................................................................... 50
Power-up routine....................................................................................................................................... 52
Dashboard.................................................................................................................................................... 56
Pitot Static..................................................................................................................................................... 58
Rate Timer mode ....................................................................................................................................... 66
Settings........................................................................................................................................................... 70
Tools................................................................................................................................................................. 82
Go to ground................................................................................................................................................ 90
Manual Venting of the Aircraft Pitot and Static Systems........................................................ 100
Multi-Channel Advanced Features.................................................................................................... 104
Example Basic Aircraft Test Operation using the ADTS542F................................................ 106
Engine Pressure Ratio (EPR) .................................................................................................................. 110
Test sequence............................................................................................................................................. 114
Pt Only or Ps Only Control modes...................................................................................................... 136
Bluetooth®................................................................................................................................................... 138
ADTS TOUCH-ER (Extended Range) Bluetooth® ......................................................................... 142
Chapter - 4 ..................................................................................................................................... 146
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................. 147
PIN codes and PIN protection.............................................................................................................. 149
Calibration process................................................................................................................................... 151
Calibration Description ........................................................................................................................... 155
Completion of sensor calibration....................................................................................................... 157
Chapter - 5 ..................................................................................................................................... 159
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................. 160
Battery care and maintenance........................................................................................................... 162
Maintenance Tasks................................................................................................................................... 164

Routine Maintenance .............................................................................................................................. 166
Software updates...................................................................................................................................... 168
Chapter - 6 ..................................................................................................................................... 172
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................. 173
Standard serviceability test.................................................................................................................. 175
ADTS leak check......................................................................................................................................... 177
Fault codes and error messages ....................................................................................................... 179
Chapter - 7 ..................................................................................................................................... 195
Specification ................................................................................................................................................ 196