True blue power TA102 Technical Document

Installation Manual and Operating Instructions
TA102 Series
Dual USB Charging Port
True Blue Power® a division of
Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc.
Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc.
dba Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
9400 E. 34th Street N.
Wichita, KS 67226 Manual number 9017942
PH [phone] FX [phone] Rev H, September 12, 2016

True Blue Power®2 Manual Number 9017942
a division of Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc. Rev H, September 12, 2016
FOREWORD
This manual provides information intended for use by persons who, in accordance with current
regulatory requirements, are qualified to install this equipment. If further information is required,
please contact: True Blue Power
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True Blue Power®3 Manual Number 9017942
a division of Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc. Rev H, September 12, 2016
REVISION HISTORY
Rev. Date Approved Detail
A 04/19/13 BAW Initial release.
B 05/30/13 BMC Updates driven by internal review.
C 08/22/13 TKV Added Circular Rear Mount option and kit details, added
configurations -2, -3, and -4.
D 11/1/13 TKV Added two additional pins to installation kit and information
regarding a recommended crimp tool.
E 11/14/13 TKV Added information about adhesive for Front Mount Kit.
Added information about ETSO certification.
F 06/10/14 TKV Changed information about mounting screws. (PT+0.285”
was PT+0.312”)
G 02/26/15 TKV Added Modification Information, Added Mod 1
H 09/12/16 CAS Changed the weight in ‘1.2.2 Physical Attributes’ to .13
pounds.

True Blue Power®4 Manual Number 9017942
a division of Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc. Rev H, September 12, 2016
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
1.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.2.1 ELECTRICAL ATTRIBUTES
1.2.2 PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
1.2.3 QUALIFICATIONS
SECTION 2 PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
2.1 COOLING
2.2 EQUIPMENT LOCATION
2.3 ROUTING OF CABLES
2.4 LIMITATIONS
2.5 MODIFICATIONS
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
3.2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTING
3.3 CABLE HARNESS
3.3.1 WIRE GAUGE SELECTION
3.3.2 PIN ASSIGNMENT INFORMATION
3.3.3 HARNESS VERIFICATION
3.4 MOUNTING
3.5 INSTALLATION COMPLETION
SECTION 4 OPERATION
4.1 ELECTRICAL PERFORMANCE
4.2 PROTECTIVE FEATURES
4.2.1 SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION
4.2.2 OVER-CURRENT PROTECTION
4.2.3 LOW INPUT VOLTAGE SHUTDOWN
4.2.4 OVER-TEMPERATURE
SECTION 5 CONFORMANCE
5.1 CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS STATEMENT
5.2 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION STATEMENT

True Blue Power®5 Manual Number 9017942
a division of Mid-Continent Instrument Co., Inc. Rev H, September 12, 2016
SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The TA102 Series Dual USB Charging Port is a certified accessory that converts 10 to 32 volts of DC
electrical input from the aircraft to standard 5V power for any electronic product that charges using a USB
connector. The TA102 provides two Universal Serial Bus-A (USB-A) ports and can be rear mounted or
front mounted in a variety of locations throughout the aircraft. The unit is certified to FAA TSO C71 and
qualified to multiple RTCA DO-160 requirements, providing confidence and allowing installation in the
instrument panel of the cockpit. It is also flexible enough to be front mounted in multiple cabin locations
with an attractive cover plate for a clean, finished look.
This Dual USB Charging Port is designed as a DCP (Dedicated Charging Port) to industry-standard
protocol per the USB Battery Charging 1.2 Compliance Plan. Early-generation or smaller consumer
electronics typically accept one (1.0) amp of power during charging. However, newer electronics, such as
the Apple iPad, other tablets and larger devices can accept and, in some cases, require up to 2.1 amps of
power to charge and operate. As a high power DCP, the TA102 can provide up to 2.1 amps of power to
charge any USB device, including the higher demand products. Unlike most dual USB chargers which
provide one (1.0) amp on one port and 2.1 amps on the second port, the TA102 can provide 2.1 amps of
power to both ports simultaneously. With features like short circuit protection, over-current protection, low
voltage shut-down and temperature monitoring, it can handle unforeseen conditions safely.
Small, compact and powerful, with plenty of installation flexibility, the TA102 is an ideal choice when
selecting a highly useful and effective addition for any aircraft.
1.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.2.1 Electrical Attributes
Input Voltage: 10-32 VDC
Input Power: 24 watts max; 1.7 amps @ 14 VDC / 0.85 amps @ 28 VDC
Output Voltage: 5 VDC ±0.25 per port
Output Power: 2.1 amps max per port
Efficiency: ~85% nominal
Table 1.1
1.2.2 Physical Attributes
Weight: 0.13 pounds
Dimensions: (not including connector) 1.50 inches wide X 1.50 inches high X 0.96 inches deep
Charging Ports Type: USB Standard-A
Connector Kit: MCIA P/N 9017960
Mounting: Panel mount; rear or front
Lighting: Optional (-3, -4 Configurations)
Table 1.2
1.2.3 Qualifications
Certification: FAA TSO-C71
EASA ETSO-C71
Environmental Qualification: RTCA DO-160G Environmental Category
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Table 1.3