Lynx NGT-9000 Series User manual

Lynx ®NGT-9000
MultiLink Surveillance System
Part Number: 9029000-( )
Installation Manual
This manual contains installation instructions and
recommended flightline maintenance information
for the Lynx NGT-9000 MultLink Surveillance
System, Configuration Module, and Directional
Antenna. Guidelines for external equipment
necessary for installation are included. This
information is supplemented and kept current by
revisions, service letters and service bulletins.
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Foreword
This manual provides information intended for use by persons who, in accordance with current regulatory
requirements, are qualified to install this equipment. Installation requirements may vary, depending on the
particularities of each aircraft, and this manual is intended as a guideline for that purpose. This manual
assumes familiarity with the setup and operation of the aircraft systems that interface with the NGT-9000.
If further information is required, please contact:
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About This Manual
SECTION 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION
This section provides the following information: unit configurations, unit functionality, items
required but not supplied with the unit, equipment specifications, installation approval/limitations
and TSO approvals.
SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION
This section contains instructions to locate, assemble and install the Lynx NGT-9000s MultLink
Surveillance System as well as information for unpacking equipment, and inspection procedure for
in-shipment damage.
SECTION 3 – INSTALLATION CHECKOUT
This section contains instructions for post installation setup, post installation and return to service
checkout.
SECTION 4 – MAINTENANCE
This section contains general flightline maintenance procedures. It includes periodic maintenance,
troubleshooting and instructions for the return of defective components.
APPENDIX A – SIGNAL AND CABLE CHARACTERISTICS
This appendix defines the electrical characteristics of all input and output signals.
APPENDIX B – ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM
This appendix provides the environmental qualification test data.
APPENDIX C – CONFIGURATION AND CHECKOUT LOG
This appendix provides the installer a way to record configuration options.
References
PUBLICATION DESCRIPTION
0040-17000-01 Pilot’s Guide for the NGT-9000
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Foreword.......................................................................................................................................................A
About This Manual......................................................................................................................................... i
References..................................................................................................................................................... i
List of Effective Pages....................................................................................................................................ii
Revision A Highlights .....................................................................................................................................ii
Table of Contents..........................................................................................................................................iv
List of Illustrations .......................................................................................................................................viii
List of Tables................................................................................................................................................. x
Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Symbols .......................................................................................................xi
Section 1
General Information
1.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................1-1
1.2 Functional Description................................................................................................................1-2
1.2.1 GPS Functional Overview ..........................................................................................................1-2
1.2.2 ADS-B System Overview............................................................................................................1-3
1.2.3 ADS-R System Overview ...........................................................................................................1-3
1.2.4 TIS-B System Overview .............................................................................................................1-3
1.2.5 FIS-B System Overview .............................................................................................................1-4
1.2.6 Traffic Awareness System (option) Overview ............................................................................1-4
1.2.7 Discrete Inputs and Outputs.......................................................................................................1-4
1.3 Equipment Descriptions..............................................................................................................1-6
1.3.1 Model Options ............................................................................................................................1-6
1.3.2 Detachable Configuration Module (DCM) ..................................................................................1-6
1.3.3 System Unlock Code..................................................................................................................1-7
1.4 INterfaces ...................................................................................................................................1-7
1.4.1 ADS-B Out Fail...........................................................................................................................1-8
1.4.2 AHRS Input.................................................................................................................................1-8
1.4.3 Altitude Encoder Input................................................................................................................1-8
1.4.4 Audio Out....................................................................................................................................1-9
1.4.5 RF Suppression Input/output......................................................................................................1-9
1.4.6 TAS Alert ....................................................................................................................................1-9
1.4.7 TIS-B Not In Coverage...............................................................................................................1-9
1.4.8 WiFi Interface .............................................................................................................................1-9
1.4.9 WOW Input.................................................................................................................................1-9
1.4.10 Maintenance Interface................................................................................................................1-9
1.4.11 GPS Antenna..............................................................................................................................1-9
1.4.12 L-Band (UAT/1090) Antenna....................................................................................................1-10
1.4.13 Directional Antenna ..................................................................................................................1-10
1.4.14 Traffic Display...........................................................................................................................1-10
1.4.15 Weather Display.......................................................................................................................1-10
1.5 Installation Considerations .......................................................................................................1-11
1.6 Specifications ...........................................................................................................................1-12
1.7 TSO Information .......................................................................................................................1-15
1.7.1 TSO Markings...........................................................................................................................1-16
1.7.2 TSO Deviations from Minimum Performance Standards .........................................................1-17
1.7.3 Non-TSO Functions..................................................................................................................1-18
1.8 Modifications.............................................................................................................................1-19
1.9 Software Versions ....................................................................................................................1-19
1.10 Equipment Required Not Supplied...........................................................................................1-20
1.10.1 Installation Kits .........................................................................................................................1-23
1.10.2 Antenna Cables........................................................................................................................1-24
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1.11 Equipment Interfaces................................................................................................................1-27
1.11.1 GPS Antenna............................................................................................................................1-27
1.11.2 L-Band Antenna........................................................................................................................1-27
1.11.3 Directional Antenna ..................................................................................................................1-28
1.11.4 Traffic Displays.........................................................................................................................1-30
1.11.5 Weather Display.......................................................................................................................1-30
1.11.6 WIFI Accessory ........................................................................................................................1-30
1.11.7 Personal Electronic Device (PED) Apps ..................................................................................1-31
1.12 Software Updates.....................................................................................................................1-31
1.12.1 Website Download....................................................................................................................1-31
1.12.2 Compact Disc ...........................................................................................................................1-33
1.12.3 Installation Procedure for LynxMMS USB Driver .....................................................................1-34
1.13 Installation Approval and Limitations........................................................................................1-38
Section 2
Installation
2.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Unpacking and Inspecting..........................................................................................................2-1
2.2.1 Transport and Storage Considerations ......................................................................................2-1
2.3 Installation Procedures...............................................................................................................2-2
2.3.1 Location......................................................................................................................................2-3
2.3.2 Electrical Connections................................................................................................................2-6
2.3.3 Panel Installation......................................................................................................................2-19
2.3.4 Installation ................................................................................................................................2-21
2.3.5 Antenna Installation Guidelines................................................................................................2-21
2.3.6 Remove and Replacement Procedures ...................................................................................2-29
Section 3
Installation Checkout
3.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................3-1
3.2 Basic Operation..........................................................................................................................3-1
3.2.1 Power On....................................................................................................................................3-2
3.3 Maintenance PC.........................................................................................................................3-3
3.4 Maintenance Mode.....................................................................................................................3-6
3.5 Configure WIFI Accessory..........................................................................................................3-7
3.6 Verify Software Version..............................................................................................................3-8
3.7 Select Configuration Options......................................................................................................3-9
3.7.1 Aircraft Specific Options...........................................................................................................3-10
3.7.2 I/O Options – AHRS and Altitude.............................................................................................3-13
3.7.3 I/O Options – Misc....................................................................................................................3-14
3.7.4 Backup......................................................................................................................................3-16
3.8 Calibration Setup......................................................................................................................3-17
3.8.1 Audio Calibration and Test.......................................................................................................3-17
3.8.2 Screen Calibration....................................................................................................................3-17
3.8.3 TAS Antenna Calibration..........................................................................................................3-18
3.8.4 Clear Fault Log.........................................................................................................................3-18
3.9 Interface Check ........................................................................................................................3-19
3.9.1 Live Data - Discrete Inputs, Altitude, and Heading ..................................................................3-19
3.9.2 Live Data - GPS........................................................................................................................3-20
3.9.3 Live Data – ADS-B ...................................................................................................................3-21
3.9.4 Live Data – Simulate ................................................................................................................3-22
3.9.5 Configuration Check Complete ................................................................................................3-22
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3.10 Installation Checkout................................................................................................................3-23
3.10.1 Functional Checks....................................................................................................................3-23
3.10.2 Ground Checks.........................................................................................................................3-28
3.10.3 Electromagnetic Interference (E.M.I.) Check ...........................................................................3-31
3.10.4 Display Check...........................................................................................................................3-33
3.10.5 Flight Test.................................................................................................................................3-33
3.10.6 Installation Checkout Complete................................................................................................3-33
Section 4
Maintenance
4.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................4-1
4.2 Continued Airworthiness.............................................................................................................4-1
4.3 Periodic Maintenance.................................................................................................................4-1
4.3.1 Screen Calibration......................................................................................................................4-2
4.3.2 Directional Antenna (NY156 and NY164)...................................................................................4-3
4.4 Fault Isolation .............................................................................................................................4-3
4.4.1 System Status Messages.........................................................................................................4-10
4.5 Using the Maintenance PC.......................................................................................................4-16
4.5.1 Load Software ..........................................................................................................................4-16
4.5.2 Load Databases .......................................................................................................................4-17
4.5.3 View or Retrieve Data...............................................................................................................4-18
4.5.4 Configuration Restore...............................................................................................................4-28
4.5.5 Service......................................................................................................................................4-29
4.6 Return to Service......................................................................................................................4-30
4.6.1 Lynx NGT-9000s ......................................................................................................................4-30
4.6.2 Detachable Configuration Module............................................................................................4-31
4.6.3 Directional Antenna (NY156 and NY164).................................................................................4-32
4.6.4 L-Band (UAT/1090) Antenna....................................................................................................4-32
4.6.5 GPS Antenna............................................................................................................................4-32
4.7 Disposition of Failed Items .......................................................................................................4-33
Appendix A
Interface Signal Name & Cable Characteristics
A.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................A-1
A.2 Input and Output Interfaces........................................................................................................A-1
A.2.1 Input Power ................................................................................................................................A-1
A.2.2 RF Suppression Bus...................................................................................................................A-1
A.2.3 Audio Output...............................................................................................................................A-1
A.2.4 Gilham Input (Altitude Input).......................................................................................................A-1
A.2.5 RS-232 Interface ........................................................................................................................A-2
A.2.6 RS-422 Interface ........................................................................................................................A-3
A.2.7 ARINC 429 Input ........................................................................................................................A-4
A.2.8 ARINC 429 Output......................................................................................................................A-5
A.2.9 Discrete Input .............................................................................................................................A-6
A.2.10 Discrete Output...........................................................................................................................A-6
A.2.11 I2C Serial Bus (Detachable Configuration Module) ....................................................................A-7
A.2.12 Antenna Connections..................................................................................................................A7
A.3 Pin Definition Summary..............................................................................................................A-8
A.4 [J1 connector].............................................................................................................................A-9
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Appendix B
Environmental Qualification Form
B.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................B-1
B.2 NGT-9000 Environmental Qualification Form ............................................................................B-1
B.3 NY156 and NY164 Environmental Qualification Form...............................................................B-4
APPENDIX C
CONFIGURATION AND CHECKOUT LOG
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Figure Page
1-1: Lynx NGT-9000s..............................................................................................................................1-1
1-2: Example of Own Aircraft UAT, 1090ES, and TAS Traffic................................................................1-5
1-3: System Block Diagram.....................................................................................................................1-8
2-1: Outline Dimensions for Panel Mount NGT-9000 .............................................................................2-4
2-2: Outline Dimensions for Mounting Rack ...........................................................................................2-5
2-3: Interconnect Wiring Diagram .........................................................................................................2-10
2-4: Mating Connector (P1) and Pin Assignments................................................................................2-13
2-5: P1 Mating Connector Assembly ....................................................................................................2-14
2-6: Outline Dimensions for the Data Configuration Module (9230-17003-01) ....................................2-15
2-7: Example of Assembled RF Cable..................................................................................................2-16
2-8: Coax Cable Preparation.................................................................................................................2-17
2-9: Straight Coax Contact Shield Termination ....................................................................................2-18
2-10: Right Angle Coax Contact Installation.........................................................................................2-18
2-11: Connector Assembly....................................................................................................................2-19
2-12: Panel Assembly ...........................................................................................................................2-20
2-13: Example of Antenna Mounting Locations....................................................................................2-21
2-14: Directional Antenna Mounting Location.......................................................................................2-25
2-15: NY156 / NY164 Directional Antenna Outline Dimensions...........................................................2-26
2-16: Antenna Mounting Holes .............................................................................................................2-28
2-17: Directional Antenna Installation...................................................................................................2-28
3-1: Transponder/Traffic Screens ...........................................................................................................3-1
3-2: Maintenance Application Tool – Main Page ....................................................................................3-4
3-3: Lynx MAT – Main Screen ................................................................................................................3-4
3-4: Lynx MAT – Restart Unit..................................................................................................................3-5
3-5: Activate Maintenance Mode Window...............................................................................................3-6
3-6: Maintenance Mode Screens............................................................................................................3-6
3-7: Lynx MAT – WiFi Accessory............................................................................................................3-7
3-8: Lynx MAT –Check Versions ..........................................................................................................3-8
3-9: Lynx MAT –Aircraft Specific Options.............................................................................................3-10
3-10: Lynx MAT – I/O Options – AHRS and Altitude ............................................................................3-13
3-11: Lynx MAT – I/O Options – Misc...................................................................................................3-14
3-12: Lynx MAT – Configuration - Backup............................................................................................3-16
3-13: Lynx MAT – Setup - Calibration...................................................................................................3-17
3-14: Lynx MAT – Info – Fault Log........................................................................................................3-18
3-15: Lynx MAT – Live Data - Inputs ....................................................................................................3-19
3-16: Lynx MAT – Live Data - GPS.......................................................................................................3-20
3-17: Lynx MAT – Live Data - GPS.......................................................................................................3-21
3-18: Lynx MAT – Live Data - Simulate................................................................................................3-22
3-19: Examples of Start-up Screens.....................................................................................................3-24
3-20: Example of Normal Operation .....................................................................................................3-24
3-21: Example of Flight ID Input Screen...............................................................................................3-24
3-22: Example of System Test Results.................................................................................................3-25
3-23: Options Screen….........................................................................................................................3-26
3-24: Lynx MAT – Ground Test.............................................................................................................3-28
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