Rosen Aviation 0700-20 Series User manual

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ELECTRONIC REVISION
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Rosen Aviation Media Ports
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Technical Manual, Media Ports
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to change specifications without prior notice. Rosen Aviation, LLC shall not be liable for technical or
editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
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registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod and iPhone
may affect wireless performance.
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Contents
1. INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................4
1.1. Additional System Materials..........................................................................................4
1.1.1. Connector Kits.................................................................................................................. 5
2. SYSTEM INTEGRATION....................................................................................................5
3. INSTALLATION GUIDELINES...........................................................................................7
3.1. Cooling and Ventilation.................................................................................................7
4. PINOUTS ............................................................................................................................8
4.1. P1 Input / Output Connector.........................................................................................8
4.2. Ethernet Address Configuration....................................................................................8
5. INITIAL POWER UP ...........................................................................................................9
5.1. Maintenance...............................................................................................................10
5.1.1. Removing a Bezel .......................................................................................................... 10
6. TECHNICAL REFERENCES AND SUPPORT.................................................................11
6.1. Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................11
6.2. RTCA DO-160F Qualifications for Displays................................................................12
6.3. Specifications..............................................................................................................14
7. DEFINITIONS....................................................................................................................15
8. REVISION HISTORY ........................................................................................................15

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1. INTRODUCTION
The Rosen Media Port is an auxiliary audio/video input panel that fits in the side console of
passenger seats as part of an aircraft’s in-flight entertainment system.
The panels contain a 30-pin iPod®dock connector as well as a separate feed-through style
connection for use with one of three possible audio/video sources:
Composite/RCA –(P/N 0700-203)
VGA –(P/N 0700-204)
HDMI –(P/N 0700-205)
Made for:
iPhone 4®, iPhone 3GS®, iPhone 3G®, and iPhone®
iPod touch®(1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation)
iPod nano®(3rd, 4th, and 5th generation)
iPod classic®
The Media Port panels feature a micro USB port for software loading and an Ethernet port for
optional control of an iPod from a cabin management system (CMS). To allow charging of an iPod
or iPhone, the design converts standard 28V DC aircraft power down to 5V DC power.
The panel’s basic internal circuitry allows passengers the option to control the iPod directly, or to
control a docked iPod/iPhone from the CMS via the Ethernet interface. The dock will translate
control commands received from the CMS into the appropriate commands for the iPod, and will
likewise transmit response data from the iPod back to the CMS.
This manual provides general instructions about how to install all of the Media Port models onto
your aircraft. It contains everything you need to know to wire the panels and confirm that they are
functioning correctly.
For more information about Rosen’s Media Ports, please contact Rosen Sales or Technical
Support.
Note: Only trained and qualified personnel should perform installation and service.
1.1. Additional System Materials
Documentation for the Rosen Media Ports is available on the Rosen website at
www.rosenaviation.com.
Outline & Installation Drawings for each model
Technical Manual
From the Rosen Aviation home page, select the Products tab and browse by product category.
Please contact Technical Support if you cannot find the drawing you need.

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1.1.1. Connector Kits
The following connector kits (sold separately) are recommended:
Connector kit—13W3 male (P/N 0300-056)
Connector kit—RJ45 plug (P/N 0300-050)
VGA connector kit—HD15 male with backshell (P/N 0300-055)
DVI connector kit—male (P/N 0300-029)
2. SYSTEM INTEGRATION
The Media Port panel acts as an input portal to interface audio/video source equipment with the
cabin’s in-flight entertainment system. The electrical design, board circuitry, software, and iAP are
identical on all three models of the Rosen Media Ports. The panels vary only by the secondary
audio/video feed-through connection (Composite, VGA, or HDMI).The following diagrams show
the different system interconnects.
The Composite Media Port consists of an iPod dock and a separate RCA input connector for a
secondary Composite audio/video source. The panel has only one audio/video output, so it uses a
basic network of source selection relays to feed through either the iPod or the RCA Composite
audio/video data. It will default to output the RCA audio/video data until you connect an iPod, at
which point the output will switch to the iPod data.
Figure 1 System diagram for Composite Media Port

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The VGA Media Port consists of an iPod dock and a separate feed-through style VGA connector
for RGB video. This panel has one dedicated audio/video output for the iPod and a separate
dedicated output for the RGB video (such as a laptop). The VGA data feeds through
independently of the relays, so that when the iPod is not installed, the relays are open.
Figure 2 System diagram for VGA Media Port
The HDMI Media Port consists of an iPod dock, a composite video output, and a separate feed-
through HDMI connector for high-definition audio/video output. The HDMI audio/video data feeds
through independently of the relays, so that when the iPod is not installed, the relays are open.
Figure 3 System diagram for HDMI Media Port

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3. INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
Install the Media Ports horizontally (flat), so that the iPod rests in an upright (vertical) orientation
when connected. No special mounting tools are required to install the panels. The following figures
show the general dimensions for the Media Port panels. A cutout in the aircraft panel may be
required and the use of a template or fixture may be necessary.
Outline and Installation drawings are available on Rosen’s website www.rosenaviation.com to
assist in the installation process.
Figure 4 Cutout dimensions
Figure 5 Side view dimensions of a Media Port panel
3.1. Cooling and Ventilation
The Media Port panels are cooled using natural convection and do not require any external
forced-air cooling.
Compress the
two mounting
spring clips to
secure the panel
in the cutout
Removable bezel for
custom plating or
painting

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4. PINOUTS
There are several ways to connect Media Ports to an aircraft’s entertainment system.
Pay close attention to the pinout descriptions on the Outline and Installation drawings to assist in
completing the wiring connections.
Note: Media Ports is for entertainment purposes only; connect to a non-critical power bus.
4.1. P1 Input / Output Connector
Connector Type: 13W3 female
Mate: 13W3 male
Rosen Connector Kit: 0300-056 (sold separately)
Pin #
Function
1
28V power
2
Audio left
3
Audio right
4
A/V return
5
Charge Config
6
28V return
7
GND
8
ETH Address Config 0
9
ETH Address Config 1
10
ETH Address Config 2
A1
Y
A2
Pb/Composite
A3
Pr
Notes:
Pin 5
The iPod will charge when this pin is set to GROUND, and it will not charge when
set to OPEN.
4.2. Ethernet Address Configuration
You can configure the ethernet address of each Media Port unit for a different static IP address.
The ethernet address is set via configuration strapping pins on the P1 Connector. The table
below lists the available ethernet address configurations
Controls iPod charging

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Table 1 Ethernet address configurations
Unit
ETH Address
Config 0 (P1-8)
ETH Address
Config 1 (P1-9)
ETH Address
Config 2 (P1-10)
Static IP Address
Address #1
Open
Open
GND
10.0.0.150
Address #2
Open
GND
Open
10.0.0.151
Address #3
Open
GND
GND
10.0.0.152
Address #4
GND
Open
Open
10.0.0.153
Address #5
GND
Open
GND
10.0.0.154
Address #6
GND
GND
Open
10.0.0.155
No Config
Open
Open
Open
NONE
DHCP
GND
GND
GND
Dynamic
Use the optional Ethernet port to control an iPod and Media Port from a cabin management
system. To control these devices from a cabin management system via Ethernet, the cabin
management system must implement the protocol as defined in the Rosen Media Port Interface
Control Document (P/N 104046). To obtain a copy, please contact Rosen Tech Support.
5. INITIAL POWER UP
To connect a Media Port:
1. Make sure to turn off the power before connecting the unit.
2. Ensure a positive ground connection on the Media Port’s housing.
3. Connect 28VDC power and audio/video sources to the input/output connectors.
4. Connect the audio/video source to the rear connector. Confirm that audio/video plays
on a display and through the speakers. For testing purposes, plug a laptop into the
VGA Media Port or a Blu-ray player into the HDMI connector. For Composite, attach
the video and audio to the Media Port’s RCA input jacks, as shown below.
Figure 6 Media Port overview showing RCA input jacks
Jaws
Release mechanism
Apple connector
Video
Audio left
Audio right

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5. Connect an iPod or other Apple product to the Apple connector and squeeze both
padded jaws snuggly around the device using your thumb and index finger. These
stabilize and protect your device in case of turbulence.
For the composite/RCA model, the panel will default to output audio/video from
equipment connected to the RCA jack until you connect an iPod. Then the output will
switch to the iPod audio/video data. If charging is configured, devices are charged
automatically during streaming.
Note: The volume for recorded movies may be much lower than that of music.
All iPod Touch 1st generation devices require iOS 3 to work
properly with Media Ports.
6. To release the jaws, pull forward on the release mechanism button. The jaws will
expand to allow easy removal of the Apple device.
Do not plug or unplug the Media Port while power is applied.
When cycling power, leave panel off for 20 seconds before
restoring power.
5.1. Maintenance
The Media Ports do not require any periodic maintenance; however, take care not to spill any food
or liquid on the Media Port. In case the panel gets wet:
1. Disconnect removable devices from the panel.
2. Blot away any excessive moisture with a clean, dry paper towel.
3. Remove the bezel with a non-marring, plastic tool.
4. Allow the Media Port to dry thoroughly before replacing the bezel and connecting any
devices to it.
5.1.1. Removing a Bezel
You may need to remove a Media Port bezel for maintenance or for custom
painting/plating. To remove a bezel:
1. Using a non-marring, plastic tool, gently lift up under both rear corners, as shown
below. The bezel will pop off.
Figure 7 Bezel for a VGA Media Port
Lift up under both
rear corners of the
bezel