Viavi AVX-10K User manual

AVX-10K
Flight Line Test Set
Getting Started Guide

VIAVI Solutions
1-844-GO-VIAVI
www.viavisolutions.com
AVX-10K
Flight Line Test Set
Getting Started Guide
22135253 Rev. 003

22135253 Rev. 003 AVX-10K Getting Started Guide i
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.1 Where to Find More Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
1.3 Unpacking Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1.4 Configuration Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
1.5 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Chapter 2 Product Familiarization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.1 Controls, Connectors, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.2 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.3 Interaction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Chapter 3 First-time Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.1 Powering on the AVX-10K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.2 Running a Self-test on the AVX-10K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3.3 Powering Off the AVX-10K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3.4 Charging the AVX-10K Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
3.5 Software Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
3.6 Accessing StrataSync. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
3.7 StrataSync Update Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
3.8 AVX-10K Serialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

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Chapter 1General Information
1.1 Where to Find More Information
This Getting Started Guide provides basic information about how to setup and use the
AVX-10K Flight Line Test Set.
The web page for AVX-10K Flight Line Test Resources on the VIAVI web site provides
access to additional resources, including the AVX-10K Flight Line Test Set Operation
Manual, product brochures, data sheet, selection guides, and software release notes.
For detailed information about using StrataSync™ to update AVX-10K software, refer to
the web page for StrataSync Resources on the VIAVI web site.
NOTE:
For maintenance information, contact your VIAVI Customer Service representative.

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1.2 Safety
Refer to the AVX-10K Flight Line Test Set Operation Manual, 22135254, for complete
safety information.
Grounding Power Cord
For AC operation, the AC Line Cable connected to the DC power supply is equipped with
a standard Continental European plug and must be connected to a properly grounded
receptacle that is easily accessible.
It is the customer's responsibility to ensure the following:
•Have a qualified electrician check receptacles for proper grounding.
•Replace any ungrounded receptacle with a properly grounded receptacle.
CAUTION
– Only use the AC Adapter/Charger provided with the product to charge the battery.
– Only connect the AC Adapter/Charger to the correct mains voltage indicated on the
ratings label.
– Do not use or store the battery in temperatures that exceed the manufacturer’s
specifications. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for battery storage and use.
– The battery included with the product is only to be used with the AVX-10K.
– Do not overload input connectors. Refer to product specifications or product
labeling for maximum input ratings.
WARNING
DO NOT USE A THREE-PRONG–TO–TWO-PRONG ADAPTER PLUG. DOING SO
CREATES A SHOCK HAZARD BETWEEN THE EQUIPMENT AND ELECTRICAL
GROUND.

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1.3 Unpacking Equipment
Do the following:
1. Unpack the equipment from the shipping container.
•New units purchased with a transit case are shipped inside the transit case.
•Units returned to the customer from VIAVI are shipped in accordance with
VIAVI shipping standards, and are shipped inside the transit case, as
applicable.
•Store dunnage, packing material, and the shipping container for possible
future use.
2. Verify that the shipment is complete in accordance with the packing list and/or
the configuration ordered. Report any discrepancies to VIAVI.
3. Check all accessory equipment for damage incurred during shipment. If any
equipment has been damaged, report the damage to VIAVI.
Figure 1-1 Unpacking Equipment
1 Shipping Tape
2 Transit Case
3 Shipping Container

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1.4 Configuration Details
▀ = Standard item. All other items optional.
Table 1-1 AVX-10K Preconfigured Kits
Kits
Catalog Number Description AVX-10K-FLTS1
1. Flight Line Test Set only configuration. Customer can select hardware and software options.
AVX-10K-NAV2
2. Navigation, Communication (NAV/COMM) package. Includes the NAV/COMM software options shown and all NAV/COMM required
hardware. This package is comparable to the IFR4000.
AVX-10K-SVLC3
3. Surveillance package. Includes Transponder, ADS-B, and DME software options, and all required hardware, such as the IFR6000.
AVX-10K-CNS4
4. Communication, Navigation, and Surveillance (COMM/NAV/SVCL) package includes all hardware to support all software options. TCAS,
UAT, and ELT are optional.
AVX-10K AVX-10K Unit ▄ ▄ ▄ ▄
AC10K-PWRADPTR AC/DC Power Adapter ▄ ▄ ▄ ▄
AC10K-HANDSTRAP Hand Strap ▄ ▄ ▄ ▄
AC10K-OPSMNL Manual, Operations ▄ ▄ ▄ ▄
AC10K-QSGUIDE Manual, Quick Start ▄ ▄ ▄ ▄
AC10K-TRANSITCASE Carrying Case,
Hard Transit
▄▄▄
AC10K-ADPTRKIT Calibration Kit, VSWR/DTF ▄ ▄ ▄ ▄
AC10K-ANT-ILS Antenna, VOR / ILS ▄ ▄
AC10K-ANT-MB Antenna, Marker Beacon ▄ ▄
AC10K-CBL6FT Cable, Coax 6’ ▄▄▄
AC10K-ANT-FPANT Antenna, RF Flat Panel
w/1’ Cable
▄ ▄
62401 Cable, Coax 1’ ▄ ▄
UC-584 Coupler, UC-584
w/25' Cable
▄ ▄
UC-584S Coupler, UC-584S
w/25' Cable
▄
Software Options Select Test Capability
AVX-10K-SXPDR Transponder Modes A,C,S ▄ ▄
AVX-10K-SADSB ADS-B-In/Out/GICB/
Target Gen
▄ ▄
AVX-10K-STCAS TCAS I/II
AVX-10K-SDME DME ▄▄▄
AVX-10K-SUAT UAT In/Out
AVX-10K-SNAV Navigation (ILS/MB/VOR) ▄ ▄
AVX-10K-SELT ELT 121.5/243/406MHz
AVX-10K-SCOM ELT 121.5/243/406MHz ▄ ▄

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Figure 1-2 AVX-10K kit example
NOTE:
Figure 1-2 is not representative of the AVX-10K-FLTS kit.
Table 1-2 Power Cords
AC10K-PWRCRD-US/CAN AC Power Cord - US / Canada
AC10K-PWRCRD-EU AC Power Cord - Continental Europe
AC10K-PWRCRD-AUSNZ AC Power Cord - Australia / New Zealand
AC10K-PWRCRD-INDIA AC Power Cord - India
AC10K-PWRCRD-UK/IRE AC Power Cord - UK / Ireland
AC10K-PWRCRD-SWITZ AC Power Cord - Switzerland
Table 1-3 Additional Accessories
AC10K-ANTBRKT Required for use with IFR6000 1030/1090 RF Antenna
AC10K-CC Soft Side Carrying Case
AC10K-BATTERY Internal Battery, Lithium Ion 7.3V 13Ah
AC10K-CBL12FT Cable, Coax 12'
141131 Cable, Coax 25
142839 Cable, Coax 50'
140889 TC-201A TCAS/XPDR Directional Antenna Coupler
90106 UC-584S Coupler Placement Pole

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1.5 Specifications
Refer to the AVX-10K data sheet for complete specifications. For information about
accessing the data sheet, see "Where to Find More Information" on page 1-1.
Table 1-4 AVX-10K Specifications
Parameter Specification
Temperature
Storage -30 to 71 °C (-22 TO 159 °F)
Operating -20 to 45 °C (-4 TO 113 °F)
Charging 0 to 45 °C (32 TO 113 °F) ≤ 85% RH
Power
Battery Operation Up to 6 (six) hours typical use
Charging Time 5 (five) hours
Power Supply Input 100 – 240 VAC, 1.5A, 50 – 60 Hz
Power Supply Output 12 VDC, 5.0A max., DC input connector
Maximum Input Ratings: Input Connectors
SWR Connector 20 mW max., 0V DC
RF l/O Connector 4 kW peak, 10 W average
Antenna Connector 10 W peak, 0.5 W average