uAvionix tailBeacon TSO Manual

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tailBeaconTM TSO
User and Installation Guide

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1 Revision History
Revision
Date
Comments
A
7/3/2019
Initial release
B
8/28/2019
Update annual checks to include ADS-B version,
and update TCAS limitation. Note installation kit.
C
12/2/2019
Updated installation kit instructions. Add rotorcraft
specific language.
D
4/13/2020
Update ADS-B version check language and
correct error in TSO-C88b deviation table.

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2 Warnings / Disclaimers
All device operational procedures must be learned on the ground.
uAvionix is not liable for damages arising from the use or misuse of this
product.
This equipment is classified by the United States Department of
Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) as Export Control
Classification Number (ECCN) 7A994.
These items are controlled by the U.S. Government and authorized for
export only to the country of ultimate destination for use by the ultimate
consignee or end-user(s) herein identified. They may not be resold,
transferred, or otherwise disposed of, to any other country or to any person
other than the authorized ultimate consignee or end-user(s), either in their
original form or after being incorporated into other items, without first
obtaining approval from the U.S. government or as otherwise authorized by
U.S. law and regulations.

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3 Limited Warranty
uAvionix products are warranted to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for two years from the installation of tailBeacon on the
aircraft. For the duration of the warranty period, uAvionix, at its sole option,
will repair or replace any product which fails in normal use. Such repairs or
replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor,
provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost.
Restrictions: This warranty does not apply to cosmetic damage,
consumable parts, damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, fire or
flood, theft, hangar rash, damage caused by unauthorized servicing, or
product that has been modified or altered.
Disclaimer of Warranty: IN NO EVENT, SHALL UAVIONIX BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR
INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE
PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Warranty Service: Warranty repair service shall be provided directly by
uAvionix. Proof of purchase for the product from uAvionix or authorized
reseller is required to obtain and better expedite warranty service.
Please email or call uAvionix support with a description of the problem you
are experiencing. Also, please provide the model, serial number, shipping
address and a daytime contact number.
You will be promptly contacted with further troubleshooting steps or return
instructions. It is recommended to use a shipping method with tracking and
insurance.

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4 Table of Contents
1Revision History.....................................................................................3
2Warnings / Disclaimers ..........................................................................4
3Limited Warranty....................................................................................5
4Table of Contents...................................................................................6
5TSO and System Information ................................................................8
5.1 Certification .....................................................................................8
5.2 TSO Authorization...........................................................................9
5.3 Applicable P/Ns...............................................................................9
5.4 System Functions ...........................................................................9
5.5 TSO Deviations and Incomplete...................................................10
5.6 FCC ID ..........................................................................................11
5.7 Device Marking .............................................................................11
5.8 Environmental Qualification Form.................................................12
5.9 Continued Airworthiness...............................................................13
5.10 System Limitations........................................................................13
6System Specifications..........................................................................14
6.1 System Functionality.....................................................................14
6.2 Altitude Encoder with Continuous Calibration™...........................14
6.3 Power Line Transponder Monitor .................................................14
6.4 Anonymous Mode.........................................................................15
6.5 Wi-Fi..............................................................................................15
6.6 Call Sign........................................................................................15
6.7 tailBeacon Specifications..............................................................16
6.7.1 Physical Specifications............................................................16
6.7.2 GPS/SBAS Specifications.......................................................17
6.7.3 Altitude Encoder Specifications ..............................................17

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6.7.4 978MHz UAT Specifications ...................................................17
6.7.5 System Interfaces....................................................................18
7Installation............................................................................................19
7.1 Unpacking and Inspecting.............................................................19
7.2 Wiring............................................................................................19
7.3 Part Numbers................................................................................19
7.3.1 tailBeacon TSO Installation Kit UAV-1003202-001 for #4-40
screw mounting....................................................................................20
7.3.2 tailBeacon TSO Installation Kit UAV-1003202-002 for #6-32
screw mounting....................................................................................21
7.3.3 tailBeacon TSO Installation Kit UAV-1003202-003 for Ercoupe
style mounting......................................................................................22
7.4 Mounting .......................................................................................23
7.4.1 Direct Mounting .......................................................................23
7.4.2 Adapter Mounting....................................................................26
7.4.3 Unit Installation........................................................................28
8Maintenance.........................................................................................30
9Care and Cautions...............................................................................30
10 System Configuration...........................................................................30
10.1 Connect to tailBeacon Wi-Fi .........................................................31
10.2 Configuration.................................................................................32
10.2.1 Configure.................................................................................32
10.3 Post Installation Checks................................................................34
10.4 Post Installation Checks................................................................35
11 Normal Operation.................................................................................36
12 Support.................................................................................................36

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5 TSO and System Information
5.1 Certification
This installation manual provides mechanical and electrical information
necessary to install tailBeacon. It is not equivalent to an approved airframe-
specific maintenance manual, installation design drawing, or installation
data package. The content of this manual assumes use by competent and
qualified personnel using standard maintenance procedures in accordance
with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulation and other related accepted
procedures. The conditions and tests required for approval of this article
are minimum performance standards. Those installing this article either on
or within a specific type or class of aircraft must determine that the aircraft
installation conditions are within the standards which include any accepted
integrated functions not specified by the standards. TSO articles, articles
approved with 14 CFR Part 21.8(d), and any accepted integrated
function(s) not specified in the standard must have separate approval for
installation in an aircraft. The article may be installed only according to 14
CFR Part 43 or the applicable airworthiness requirements. This is an
incomplete system intended to provide the functions identified in, and when
installed according to this installation manual.

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5.2 TSO Authorization
Function
TSO/RTCA/SAE
Class/Type
Airborne Navigation Sensor
Using the Global Positioning
System (GPS) Augmented by the
Satellite Based Augmentation
System (SBAS)
TSO-C145e
INCOMP
RTCA/DO-229E
Beta 1
Universal Access Transmitter
(UAT) Automatic Dependent
Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)
Equipment Operating on
Frequency of 978MHz
TSO-C154c
RTCA/DO-260B
B1S
Position Light (White)
TSO-C30c
SAE/AS8037
Type III
Automatic Pressure Altitude
Reporting Code-Generating
Equipment
TSO-C88b
SAE/AS8003
5.3 Applicable P/Ns
Description
P/Ns
skyBeacon PF007 Boot Program Firmware
UAV-1001758-( )
skyBeacon PF007 Operating Program Firmware
UAV-1001759-( )
skyBeacon GNSS Operating Program Firmware
UAV-1002029-( )
skyBeacon Wi-Fi Operating Program Firmware
UAV-1001761-( )
skyBeacon Transponder Monitor Firmware
UAV-1001762-( )
5.4 System Functions
System Function
DO-178C DAL
DO-254 DAL
GPS/SBAS
C
C
UAT Transmission
C
C
Transponder Monitor
C
C
Altitude Encoder
C
C
Wi-Fi [1]
E
E
[1] Wi-Fi not intended for and disabled during airborne operation

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5.5 TSO Deviations and Incomplete
TSO
Deviation
C154c
uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO-C154c paragraphs
3.e and 6.h to use RTCA/DO-178C instead of RTCA/DO-
178B.
C154c
uAvionix was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-282B section
2.2.4.5.2.5.1.e to allow an algorithm with multiple sources of
data to determine the Vertical Status of light aircraft.
C154c
uAvionix was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-282B section
2.2.4.5.4.15 to not provide installers with the configuration
option to enable or disable Call Sign Identification Logic. CSID
Logic is hardcoded to Enabled.
C154c
uAvionix was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-282B section
2.2.12 to not provide a suppression bus output.
C154c
uAvionix was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-282B section
2.2.7.1.a Table 2-63 Line 1 to not provide a Barometric
Vertical Rate Input.
C154c
uAvionix was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-282B section
2.2.7.1.a Table 2-63 Line 24 to not provide a SIL Supplement
Flag input.
C154c
uAvionix was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-282B section
2.2.7.1.a Table 2-63 Line 29 to not provide a TCAS/ACAS
Operational Input.
C145e
uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO-C145e Paragraph
3.g to use RTCA/DO-160G in place of RTCA/DO-160E.
C145e
uAvionix was granted a deviation from RTCA/DO-229E section
2.1.1.10 to use a GPS antenna that meets uAvionix minimum
performance specifications instead of DO-301 qualified
antennas.
C30c
uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO-C30c Paragraph
a.(2), TSO-C30c Paragraph c.(1).(viii), and SAE/AS8037
Section 4 to use RTCA/DO-160G in place of RTCA/DO-160B.
C88b
uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO-C88b Paragraph
3.e and 6.h to use RTCA/DO-178C instead of RTCA/DO-
178B.
C88b
uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO-C88b Paragraph
3.d to use RTCA/DO-160G in place of RTCA/DO-160E.