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PS Engineering PMA8000B--MP3 Specifications

1. Shorter Screw Front MKR of unit VOL NOTE If top cover is removed j for ANY reason you SPR A Q VOL Q MUST replace the cover TEL screws with the proper VOL length otherwise damage will result Figure 2 2 PMA8000B MP3 Adjustments top cover e Speaker Volume Turn adjustment clockwise to increase cabin speaker output e Marker Beacon Volume turn adjustment counterclockwise to increase marker beacon audio level e TEL volume turn adjustment Clockwise to increase the incoming telephone audio e ANN VOL Function Mode Annunciation Volume controls the level of the to access voice an nunciations contained in the unit Top cover must be removed e Unswitched Input 3 Volume adjust from 50 to 200 of input value Bottom cover must be removed Figure 2 3 Unswitched 3 Audio Level bottom cover removed 200 890 0600 Page 2 9 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 28 Communications Antenna Installation Notes For best results using the in Split Mode it is recommended that the one VHF communications antenna 1s located on top of the aircraft while the other communications antenna is installed on the bottom Any an tenna relocation must be accomplished in accordance with AC 43 13 2B aircraft manufacturers recom mendations and FA A approved technical data WARNI
2. 1 1 13 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION iiie ono eor noe e oae aeos eae seen ena eo Deva oae ese ense eren era eines ee eant na eon epa deua 1 1 1 4 qu E NIE 15 SPECIFICATIONS 1 6 EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED 17 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED eee eere eene enero etna setae tas etas t tne taa sense tne ta seen sega 1 4 1 8 OL COEUR 1 4 19 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS eite esee eine ono eee eee eT aeo eoe eoo ense vase ve vae U deeds epe sese iaiia 1 4 Section IT INS EATEATIGON i in iii i Hai HG ode 2 1 2 GENERAL INFORMATION ccsscsssssscssccsscesssssccsccesccsccsscesscsnsesscescesacesscensesnccsncensesacesnscnscsacesscensesnees 2 1 ZEE OS M 2 1 2 1 2 CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ceeeeeeeeeeee rrr rrr enn 2 1 2 2 UNPACKING AND PRELIMINARY INSPECTION eeeeeee eese eee eee eene esee eese esee esses esee eese sese e sees esee esses esee eese esee eaa 2 1 2 3 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION PROCEDURES eeeeeeeee eese eese ee sese eee esee esses eese s esee esses sese esses esee esee esee esee eese eese ense e 2 1 2 3 1 COOLING REQUIREMENTS si eee eee ede ed eredi ede 2 1 2 3 2 MOUNTING REQUIREMENTS a eic eee EH EE EE A CES EEE EFLFE GE EEH ERU E HUE EE EFE DRS 2 1 2 3 3 AUDIO PANEL MOUNTING RACK INSTALLATION eee rrr 2 1 2 3 4 AUDIO PANEL TRAY AND CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY eee 2 2 2 4 CABLE HARNESS WIR
3. Mode 1 music will mute with either intercom or radio MUTE button is lit Voice annunciation is mute on Mode 2 Karaoke mode music will not mute except during transmissions MUTE LED is OFF An nunciation 1s mute off Mode 3 Radio will mute music but intercom will not mute music MUTE LED is OFF Annunciation is radio mute Mode 4 Radio will not mute music intercom will mute music MUTE LED is OFF Annunciation is intercom mute 200 890 0600 Page 3 5 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual ee ee The passenger s intercom also has a SoftMute circuit If the passengers hear the radio or talk on the intercom the music will mute If the audio panel is in CREW mode then the radio reception will not a f fect the passenger music Passengers also have a Karaoke Mode If the passengers are listening to the music input or front panel input their Karaoke Mode is controlled by the front panel Mute button If the passengers are listening to the music 2 input their Karaoke Mode is activated by an external switch installed either in the panel or connected to the AUX button logic output pin on the PMA8000B MP3 3 8 1 Music in Pilot ISO mode Units above serial number E10251 only If desired the pilot can elect to hear Music 1 I the ISO mode While the intercom is in ISO mode push the Function TEL and ICS butto
4. wa ENGINEERING 9800 Martel Road Lenoir City TN 37772 www ps engineering com tow e MKR Comi Com29 2 Navi Na29 MKR ADFO CO is ie Playback d iso ICS Comi Come Lo AUXO Mute SPRO C B XMT p A p Jd meo Pi CRW PUSH GE ENGINEERING OFF EMG INCORPORATED lt 20 9 P Document P N 200 890 0600 Rev 6 October 2010 Audio Selector Panel with Marker Beacon Receiver High fidelity Stereo Intercom with Internal MP3 Player System Installation and Operation Manual FAA TSO C50c C35d EASA ETSO C50c 2C 35d Patented under one or more of the following No 4 941 187 5 903 227 6 160 496 and 6 493 450 In certified aircraft warranty is not valid unless this product is installed by an Authorized PS Engineering dealer PS Engineering Inc 2010 Copyright Notice Any reproduction or retransmittal of this publication or any portion thereof without the expressed written permission of PS Eng neering Inc is strictly prohibited For further information contact the Publications Manager at PS Engineering Inc 9800 Matel Road Lenoir City TN 37772 Phone 865 988 9800 email contact ps engineering com Table of Contents Section I GENERAL INFORMATION ssseseeee cece cece eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeess 1 1 11 INFRODUCGTION 5iiiieei esce tteses ET E eeu conde bes en TE T TSEN E ETEA 1 1 IEEE 001g
5. All parties will hear the aircraft radio and intercom Crew and passengers will hear selected ente r tainment During any radio or intercom communications the music volume automatically decrea ses The music volume increases gradually back to the original level after communications have been completed CREW Pilot and copilot are connected on one intercom channel and have exclusive access to the aircraft radios They may also listen to Entertainment 1 Passengers can continue to communicate with themselves without interrupting the Crew and may listen to entertainment as configured 3 7 4 Split Mode Intercom When the PMA8000B enters the Split Mode pilot on Com 1 copilot on Com 2 the intercom for the crew is muted Intercom communication can be restored if desired by pressing the Mute button on the audio panel The LED indicator in the MUTE button will indicate when the intercom is muted 3 8 Music Muting 6 There are two SoftMute muting circuits The front panel Mute button has four music mute modes and controls the Mute function for music 1 The SoftMute circuit will cut the music out whenever there is conversation on the radio the intercom or both depending on the Mute mode selected When that conversation stops the music returns to the previous level comfortably over a second or so The mute mode functions are controlled through sequential pushes of the Mute button and include an nunciations of the mode selected
6. Crimping Tool Positioner Extraction tool AMP 601966 1 601966 6 91067 1 Daniels AFM8 K42 M24308 1 ITT Cannon 995 0001 584 995 0001 739 91067 1 Table 2 1 Connector Pin crimping tools 2 4 Cable Harness Wiring Referring to the appropriate Appendix assemble a wiring harness as required for the installation All wires must be MIL SPEC in accordance with current regulations Two and three conductor shielded wire must be used where indicated and be MIL C 27500 or equivalent specification Proper stripping shield ing and soldering technique must be used at all times It is imperative that correct wire be used Refer to FAA Advisory Circular 43 13 2B for more information Failure to use correct techniques may result in improper operation electrical noise or unit failure Damage caused by improper installation will void the PS Engineering warranty 2 4 4 Noise Due to the variety and the high power of radio equipment often found in today s general aviation aircraft there is a potential for both radiated and conducted noise interference The PMA8000B MP3 power supply is specifically designed to reduce conducted electrical noise on the aircraft power bus by at least 50dB Although this is a large amount of attenuation it may not eliminate all noise particularly if the amplitude of noise is very high There must be at least 13 8 VDC present at the connector J2 pins 8 amp 9 of the PMA8000B MP3 for the power supply to work in its designe
7. SPR button Gain Input Fail Safe Crew Headset Select 1 Yes Yes No 1 1 fixed 2 No Yes Yes 1 1 fixed 3 No Yes No Adjustable 4 No Yes No 1 1 fixed 5 Gack No Yes No 1 1 fixed Table 2 2 Unswitched input table Unswitched 2 J1 pin 44 is unswitched is always connected to the Pilot s headphone However this unswitched audio is only presented to the aircraft speaker when the SPR push button has been selected This input would be suitable for air to ground Flitefone telephone ringer This input is not related to the cellular telephone interface The audio low for unswitched 4 J2 pin 15 should be connected to a convenient audio low However this should NOT be connected to Music Low Unswitched 1 is presented to the pilot headphone in fail safe off mode NOTE Inputs 1 2 and 4 are fixed 1 1 and any audio level adjustments must be made at the input source Unswitched 3 has a variable adjustment control located on the bottom side of the unit This control al lows you to control the volume level of that unswitched input from 50 to 200 of the input level Refer to Adjustments section The front panel jack can be configured to act as a fifth unswitched input When configured through the front panel function switches see operational section the audio input to this jack will be presented to the pilot and copilot headset and not muted 200 890 0600 Page 2 5 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audi
8. The Marker Beacon Receiver uses visual and audio indicators to alert you when the aircraft passes over a 75 MHz transmitter The Blue lamp labeled O is the Outer Marker lamp and has an associated 400 Hertz dash tone The lamp and tone will be keyed at a rate of two tones flashes per second when the aircraft is in the range of the Outer Marker Beacon The Amber lamp labeled M is the Middle Marker lamp and is coupled with a 1300 Hertz tone It is keyed alternately with short dot and long dash bursts at 95 combinations per minute The White lamp labeled T is the Inner marker and has a 3000 Hertz dot tone The lamp and tone will be keyed at a rate of six times per second The audio from the Marker Beacon Receiver can be heard by selecting the MKR push button switch To adjust the volume level there is a service adjustment located on the top of the unit A pushbutton is used to set the receiver sensitivity and to test the indicator lamps mute the marker audio 200 890 0600 Page 3 3 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Use HI sensitivity initially This allows you to hear the outer marker beacon about a mile out Then touch the smaller MKR button to switch into Low Sensitivity mode LO sensitivity gives you a more accurate location of the Outer Marker Holding the MKR button for one second activates marker test
9. and off while monitoring the other avionics and electrical equi p ment on the aircraft 2 12 3 Marker Checkout 1 Connect a ramp generator at the antenna end of the marker coax With the unit under test in HI sens i tivity verify that a 160 uV modulated 95 with 1300 Hz signal will illuminate the amber M marker light and that marker audio is present in the headphones when the Marker Audio M push button has been depressed Select SPR for speaker to verify marker audio availability on the cabin speaker Verify that the white I and blue O lights will illuminate within 3dB of the amber lamp with 3000 HZ and 400 Hz applied respectively 2 Repeat with the unit in LOW sensitivity with 430 ui Volts applied 3 Connect the marker antenna and verify proper operation 2 12 4 TEL Checkout Press the TEL button Verify that the pilot headset is connected to the cellular telephone system if 1n stalled Verify that by using the pilot side PTT the pilot can transmit on the other selected radio Com 1 or Com 2 The telephone function will place any person heard by the pilot on the intercom also heard on the telephone 2 12 5 Internal Recorder Checkout With headset plugged into pilot s side jacks tune COM 1 to local frequency such as FSS or ATC ground Select Com 1 on mic selector switch and record several incoming radio transmissions Press the Com receiver pushbutton that corresponds to the selected radio transmitter and Hol
10. connected to Entertainment 1 Entertainment input number 1 is J2 pins 23 left channel and 24 right channel with respect to pin 25 and Entertainment number 2 is connected to 26 left channel 27 right channel with respect to 28 Refer to Section 3 11 3 for more information 200 890 0600 Page 2 6 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual NOTE Use the low level output of any additional entertainment device to connect to the au dio panel Maximum signal level is 3 VAC p p DO NOT use a speaker level output this will cause internal damage in the audio panel 2 5 2 Entertainment muting The PMA8000B MP3 system incorporates a Soft Mute system This will mute the Music 1 enter tainment sources during conversations on the intercom radio or both depending on the mute mode Any signal appearing in the hard wired unswitched audio inputs will always mute the entertainment sources even though the passengers may not hear the audio tone itself Press the Mute switch to activate the Karaoke mode disabling crew SoftMute This allows the pilot to place the entertainment into the background while having the radios in the foreground This eliminates the constant interruption of the music while still having the radios a priority Succeeding pushes of the Mute button will limited the muting to intercom but not radio and radio but not inte
11. duplex TEL mode allows the PMA8000B MP3 to act as an audio interface between aircraft head phone and microphones and specific aircraft approved FAA FCC cellular telephone equipment through the front mounted jack Warning Use of non aviation approved cellular telephone equipment may be prohibited by regulation PS Engineering is not responsible for unauthorized airborne use of cellular telephones For airborne use the PMA8000B MP3 must be interfaced with an approved system There are five unswitched inputs available for traffic or EGPWS autopilot disconnect and or radar a l timeter warning with the fifth unswitched input through a front mounted utility jack when configured to act as a fifth unswitched input Pushbuttons select the receiver audio source provided to the headphones A SPR button allows the user to listen to the receiver s selected on the cabin speaker Except for the unswitched inputs all speaker audio is muted during transmit Unswitched inputs 1 3 and 4 are always presented to the aircraft speaker Unswitched input 2 will be presented to the speaker when the front panel SPR push button has been se lected Pushbutton switches select one of the communication transceivers for the pilot and copilot position and allows radio transmission In Split Mode the PMA8000B MP3 has the ability to allow the pilot to transmit on Com 1 while the copilot can transmit on Com 2 A fail safe mode connects the pilot head phone and
12. older transceivers I Com 2 Audio Hi 13 Consult manufacturer s information Communications com2to XM COM2 Speaker load is the only one provided in the PMA8000 17 A om Augio Hi 9 PMA8000B MP3 Connector J1 Sub D 44 pin male on tray Transceiver 2 Con EM AUD TR 15 5 All shielded wires must be MIL 22750 or 27500 Fg 6 Unswitched inputs 1 is always presented to speaker and crew headphones regardiess of SPR switch or PTT 27 7 COMacdive output provides a logic low when there Come Spr load 28 is activity on COMs or other selected audio This is used to prioritze A TEL Audio Hi 3 audio warnings in some systems I Telephone TEL Audio Lo 4 8 Nocomection to pins 25 and 26 See Noe4 X7 Com2MicKey LN s Com2 SPR Load Eon lU a TEL Mic Audio Hi 5 MEE rni is Legione button is pressed Unswitched 3 is adjustable 11 Unswitched 2 is selectable over the speaker A Navi Audio Hi 17 VHF Nav 1 r Nav 1 Audio Lo 18 AirCell VHF Nav2 1 ee ri 5 A Interconnect gt T AT AGT 01 AT AGT 02 ACM2000 PMA8000 J1 A C A ADF Receiver nal M rT i M TELAudio Hi 4 13 udio Lo Fog I B TEL Lo 4 zT De MENOS EN p a Be DME Receive 1 ciii BN 5 L TEL Mic Audio Hi 5 5 3 a m AUX Receiver 1 nears it 23 K I AUX Audio Lo 3 7 A x Unswitc
13. passengers will NOT hear aircraft radios even in the all mode They will be able to converse with the crew However when the aircraft radio becomes active the intercom audio from the passengers is muted allowing the crew to focus on the radio The passengers will still be able to talk to each other 3 10 6 Function B Monitor Mode Pressing Function B will activate or deactivate the COM radio monitor function When the Monitor is on the audio from the COM that is selected for reception only only top LED illuminated will be muted when the radio that is selected to transmit becomes active 200 890 0600 Page 3 8 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual This function is useful if you are copying weather from AWOS on COM 2 but have clearance delivery tuned in on COM 1 With the monitor active the AWOS audio will be silenced when clearance delivery starts to speak When you press TEL and SPR the audio will announce Monitor on when activated and Monitor off when deactivated NOTE This mode is NOT remembered through power cycles to prevent inadvertent blocking of desired audio on your next trip Note In units below S N E10250 Function B is Music 1 all headsets see 3 10 7 below 3 10 7 Function C Music Distribution Function Button C allows you either send the music input to all intercom stations all of the ti
14. the aircraft records All work accomplished listed on Work Order 9 2 Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness Audio System Sample ICA Checklist for PS Engineering Audio System Section Item Information 1 Introduction Installation of audio control panel with integrated marker beacon receiver and intercommunications system 2 Description Installation as described in manufacturer s installation manual referenced on FAA Form 337 including interface with other avionics audio as required 3 Controls See installation and operator s guide referenced on FAA Form 337 4 Servicing None Required 5 Maintenance Instructions On Condition no special instructions 6 Troubleshooting In the event of a unit problem place the unit into off fail safe and or emergency mode This allows pilot communications using COM 1 Follow checkout instructions in the installation manual referenced on the FAA Form 337 For a specific unit fault contact the manufacturer at 865 988 9800 for special instructions 7 Removal and replacement informa Removal Using a 3 32 Allen head wrench carefully unscrew the locking tion screw located in the center of the unit While turning the wrench CCW gently pull on the EDGES of the bezel until the unit is free from the mounting tray Installation Engage the locking screw at the back Turn the locking screw CW while applying slight pressure to
15. the edges of the bezel Do not over tighten 8 Diagrams Not applicable 9 Special Inspection Requirements Not Applicable 10 Protective Treatments Not Applicable 11 Structural Data Not Applicable 12 Special Tools None 13 Not Applicable Not Applicable 14 Recommended Overhaul Periods None 15 Airworthiness Limitations Not Applicable 16 Revision To be determined by installer 200 890 0600 Appendix E Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Appendix F RTCA DO160D Environmental Qualification Form Audio Selector Panel Intercom Marker Beacon Receiver Part Number 050 890 FAA TSO Number C50c C35d Manufacturer PS Engineering Incorporated 9800 Martel Road Lenoir City TN 37772 Conditions Section Conducted Tests Temperature and Altitude 4 0 Equipment tested to CAT Al amp D1 Low Temperature 4 5 1 55 C Survival 15 C Low Operating A1 High Temperature 4 5 2 85 C Survival 70 C High Short Time Operating In flight Loss of Cooling 4 5 4 Not Applicable no cooling required Altitude 4 6 1 50 000 unpressurized D1 Decompression 4 6 2 Not Applicable Overpressure 4 6 3 Not Applicable Temperature variation 2 2 Equipment tested to Category C Humidity 6 0 Equipment tested to Category A Shock 7 0 Equipment tested to Operational test only Operationa
16. up to 8 messages With its own built in voice activation circuit there are no buttons to press to start recording The system automatically begins to record the instant the radio becomes active Only the com radio selected for transmit is recorded and only the pilot and copilot will hear the playback audio If the radio becomes active during playback the playback will stop and it will not record this communication 3 15 4 PLAYBACK Recording is automatic To play back the last recorded message press and hold the Com Receive pushbutton associated with the selected radio transmitter for about one 1 second The recorded audio will begin to play You can either wait for the message to finish playing before accessing the prior message or cancel the playback To cancel the playback press and hold the playback button for two seconds The next time the button is pressed for one 1 second the prior message will be heard The playback will stop whenever there is more incoming selected com audio and the message you were hearing can be replayed from the beginning by pressing the Com receive button again All messages are erased when you change the selected transmitter A remote playback button may be installed Com1 Com2 Ae Playback amd Figure 3 3 Playback Controls 200 890 0600 Page 3 13 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Section IV
17. y _40 p Copiot Mc Audio A 32 or PA mode when connected to Pin 19 Should NOT be Copie Me se 4 Copiot PTT H 33 used when DME is installed and played through AUX dL LJ Copilot Mic Lo J 34 10 Reserved 11 No connection to Pin 17 Copilot PTT 2 EE bal 12 Use care when connecting music signal and ground inputs Ent 1 Input ih abe b3 Refer to section 2 4 1 1 for more information qe Failure to properly interface music can result in J Ent 1 Audio Lo 25 added noise Noge E l 13 Unswitched 4 audio low connected where yA Etna fA 27 convenient but should NOT go to music low Ent 2 Input e Ent 2 Audio L 26 J Ent 2 Audio Lo 28 T 110 Airframe Grou M 11 TT Ground Lug 11 33 voc t 8 5A Breaker 9 See Note 3 18 AUX EnableSee Note 9 29 L 5 w Swap 20 Swap Switch qp See Note 9 J y 4 oe Ent 2 Mute MH 12 PA MuteSee Note 4 PAAcive 19 28 V Lights Hi 14 V Lights Hi Notes _ _ o o Playback 22 Backlighting id t 7 Backlighting 5 See Sect 2 4 2 6 6 See Sect 24 2 6 L 5 5 m 7 28 Volt lights low 14 Volt lights low 200 890 0600 Appendix D Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manua
18. 3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Appendix D J2 Connector Interconnect PMA8000B MP3 J2 CONNECTOR lt ee j iy e Piot PhonesJack Sub D 44 pin male on tray 4 t Series U 4 Copiot Phones R Oe 3 Copilot Phores L Copilot PhonesJack 2 ji Copiot Phores Lo J On MM nde aa Cockpit Speaker 43 U Notes prune E di I 45 1 All Power and Ground wires must be 22 gage wire Unswitched Andiod4 ir ERES N Lighting 22 AWG other wires minimum 24 AWG Note 13 1 2 All shields should be grounded at audio panel only ou Pass Mic Hi 35 i j Pass 1 Mic Jack v4 r1 other end remains floating X Pass Mclo q7 136 3 Pins 8 and 9 connected through a 5 A breaker 5 4 PA Mute is a TTL level logic output that is pulled Pass 2 Mic Jack v1 r 9 MH y 37 low when PTT active PsM v 19 5 All shielded wires must be MIL 22750 or 27500 6 Optional switch to remotely activate playback 7 For music distribution information see Section 2 5 1 8 Pin 19 is switched to ground when the PA mode is activated e Maes A pas eth A At padig Leg TS Cen on speaker output while pilot PTT active Pass Mclo 7 42 piece 9 AUX enable goes low when AUX button is on May be used for passenger mute inhibit by connection to pin 13 A A Pass 3 Mic Jack y r SMH 4 39 Pass Miclo
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21. MM Sense Active high 4 5 1 0VDC 200 890 0600 Page 1 3 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 1 6 EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED 1 ea of the following units Model Description Part Number PMA8000B MP3 PMA8000B MP3 Audio Panel with Marker Beacon and Stereo 050 890 0602 intercom includes internal 1G MP3 Player PMASO000BP Installation Kit 250 890 0000 Description Quantity Part Number PMA8000B MP3 installation rack assembly 1 430 890 0040 PMASOOOB MPS Rack backplate 1 403900059 44 pinconnectorkit 120 8 91 2045 Backshell connector 625 025 2465 O Backshell Retainer 481 881 0100 440 X 7 16 screw winyonpatch 475 440 0007 O 440 X 3 8 screw wllock washer ooo 4 dO 475440 1088 4 40LockNut 475 013 0001 Soldrlug 475 009 0001 CabeClam 1 f 625001000 O 6 32 x 4 Flat head Philips screw 6 475 632 0012 6 32 ClipNut 475 630 0002 ele AJ AINININ Included with PMA8000B MP3 Cable USB to 2 5 mm 4 conductor PS Part Number 425 921 3983 USB to USB adapter PS Part number 425 003 1454 1 7 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED Circuit Breaker 1 ea 5 amp PULL TYPE REQUIRED for PMA8000B MP3 Speaker 4 Q Headphone Jacks Stereo as Required Microphone Jacks as Required Headphones 150 Q Stereo up to 6 as required Microphones up to 6 as required Marker Antenn
22. NG It is probable that radio interference will occur in the split mode when the frequencies of the two air craft radios are adjacent and or the antennas are physically close together PS Engineering makes no expressed or implied warranties regarding the suitability of the PMA8000B MP3 in Split Mode 2 8 4 Audio Active Output Pin 24 on the J1 connector and PA Mute Pin 12 on J2 should be connected to Apollo CNX80 for audio message prioritization refer to CNX80 installation manual for details 200 890 0600 Page 2 10 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 29 PMA8000B MP3 Pin assignments 200 890 0600 c OANOABRWHND Function J2 Mkr Ant 1 Mkr Ant Low 2 Telephone Audio in 3 Telephone Low 4 Telephone Mic Audio 5 Telephone Mic Key 6 ADF Audio In 7 ADF Audio Low 8 Com 1 Audio 9 Com 1 Audio Low 10 Com 1 Mic 11 Com 1 Mic Key 12 Com 2 Audio 13 Com 2 Audio Low 14 Com 2 Mic 15 No Connect 16 Nav 1 Audio 17 Nav 1 Audio Low 18 Nav 2 Audio 19 Nav 2 Audio Low 20 DME Audio 21 DME Audio Low 22 Auxiliary Audio Input 23 CNX80 Inhibit 24 No connect 25 No connect 26 Com 2 Speaker Load 27 Com 2 Speaker Load 28 Unswitched Audio 3 29 Com 2 Mic Key 30 Unswitched 1 31 Unswitched 1 Low 32 Pilot Mic Audio 33 Pilot Mic PTT 34 Pilot Mic Low 35 Ext IM MKR 36 Ext OM MKR 37 Ext MM MKR 38 MM Sense 39 Pass HP L 40 Pass HP R 41 Pa
23. P3 represents another evolutionary step in cockpit audio control and intercommunica tions utility Using our patented JntelliVox design front panel utility jack and pilot programmable con figurations and internal MP3 player this marks the next level of audio control The unit is designed for outstanding ergonomics and visually defined mode annunciation and selection Before installing and or using this product please read this manual completely This will ensure that you will take full advantage of all the advanced features in the PMA8000B MP3 1 2 SCOPE This manual provides detailed installation and operation instruction s for the PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 series of Audio Selector Panel Intercom Systems This includes the following units Model Description Part Number PMAS8000B MP3 Stereo Audio Selector Panel with Marker Beacon includes 050 890 0602 utility jack and Internal Recorder System with internal 1G MP3 player 1 3 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION The PMA8000B MP3 is a state of the art audio isolation amplifier and audio selector that contains an automatic voice activated VOX intercom system and integral marker beacon receiver It can switch two transceivers Com 1 Com 2 and six receivers Nav 1 Nav 2 ADF DME MKR and AUX The PMA8000B MP3 version 050 890 0602 incorporates an internal MP3 Player with one gigabyte of memory This is controlled through secondary functions on the front panel A full
24. TT switches will be required for both the pilot and copilot Modifications to the PTT are required See details below Push To Talk Modifications When received from the manufacturer an after market PTT switch opens the mic audio path to the ring connection of the PTT mic plug until the button is pressed When the PTT is between the intercom and the headset the intercom function will not work unless the PTT switch is depressed A simple modifica tion can be performed to allow proper intercom operation NOTE This mod does not alter normal oper a tion Below are some examples of typical modifications Contact the PTT manufacturer for more details if ne c essary Procedures For David Clark PTT Unscrew the round black plastic cover from the jack Connect the joined black wires to the red wire Replace the round black plastic cover Procedures for Telex PT 200 Unscrew the round black plastic cover from the jack Cut the red wire in the middle of the wire Strip both ends ofthe insulation Solder the two ends to the ground lug to the PTT jack Replace the round black plastic cover Procedures for Telex PT 300 Unscrew the round black plastic cover from the plug jack Remove the heat shrink material from the joined black wires Solder these two wires to the lug that has a white wire already soldered to it Replace the round black plastic cover 200 890 0600 Appendix A Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selec
25. Warranty and Service 4 1 Warranty In order for the factory warranty to be valid the installations in a certified aircraft must be accomplished by an FAA or other ICAO agency certified avionics shop and authorized PS Engineering dealer If the unit is being installed by a non certified individual in an experimental aircraft a factory made intercom harness must be used for the warranty to be valid PS Engineering Inc warrants this product to be free from defect in material and workmanship for a pe riod of three 3 years from the date of sale During the first twelve 12 months of the three year war ranty period PS Engineering Inc at its option will send a replacement unit at our expense if the unit should be determined to be defective after consultation with a factory technician For the remaining twenty four 24 months of the three year warranty period the unit must be returned to PS Engineering Inc or an authorized warranty service facility for no cost repair All transportation charges for returning the defective units are the responsibility of the purchaser All do mestic transportation charges for returning the exchange or repaired unit to the purchaser will be borne by PS Engineering Inc The risk of loss or damage to the product is borne by the party making the shipment unless the purchaser requests a specific method of shipment In this case the purchaser assumes the risk of loss This warranty is not transfer
26. YS sees 2 7 2 5 4 PLAYBACK BUTTON INSTAELATION eee e US eI E UMEN IM INIMSe ee 2 8 2 6 MARKER BEACON INSTALLATION cscscscscscosseosseocscosteccscdsseocscocsoocsoosdoosseossensssasdoocseoodsosdooodeosssosdeanssasseossecssonse 2 8 2 6 1 MARKER ANTENNA INSTALLATION cesser rrr rennen 2 8 2 6 2 EXTERNAL MARKER LIGHTS une eee ERI Ee RARE RESINA ED de RaRa 2 8 26 3 MIDDEE MARKER SENSE ete e EN e cee dosh cabs den E C RE e HE REC te He Cre REOR ette 2 8 2 7 ADJUSTMENTS scies eue pue a verbo eu ae ee Neg aae REN E E ETT E 2 8 2 8 COMMUNICATIONS ANTENNA INSTALLATION NOTES eeeeee eese esee o see e sesso sese sees esee esses sese sees e esee esee eese e 2 10 28 1 4 AUDIO ACTIVE OUTPUT trop e RERO SEHE E E SERERE ER OE ieie 2 10 2 9 PMAS8000B MP3 PIN ASSIGNMENTS eee eee eee eene eene e eee eese eese sees eese esses eese e sees eese esee eese e esee eese eese e esee eese eee 2 11 2 10 POST INSTALLATION CHECKOUT sssicosscscscacscacscecscocscossssescosscocsdnsscussdusssossconsssessoensocscossdussdosscocscoss seiek ites 2 12 2 Il WUNEEINSTARBLATION OPPA EE 2 12 2 12 OPERATIONAL CHECK OUT vcssscssscscsssesssoscsosssessscacsesesosssesssesesesesesssessssecsesssedssesssesssesesesssesessacsesesesssesesessseses 2 12 2 12 1 REQUIRED TEST EQUIPMENT ecrit atiii EE a E AAEE AAA EEE AEE A AE ATE 2 12 2 12 27 AUDIO PANEL TEST 5 ete te m ta de bte e b de ee 2 12 2 12 3 MARKER CHEC
27. a 75 MHz VSWR lt 1 1 5 and appropriate for the airspeed Interconnect Wiring 1 8 OPTIONAL ITEMS a Cell Phone Patch Cord 2 5mm to 2 5mm PS Part Number 425 006 7026 b Music Patch Cord 3 5mm to 5 5mm PS Part Number 425 006 2535 Sa ho ANSP 1 9 LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None 200 890 0600 Page 1 4 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Section Il INSTALLATION 2 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 2 4 4 SCOPE This section provides detailed installation and interconnection instructions for the PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel Intercom with internal Marker Beacon Please read this manual carefully before beginning any installation to prevent damage and post installation problems Installation of this equipment requires special tools test equipment refer to section 2 12 1 and knowledge as required by 14 CFR 65 81 b 2 1 2 Certification Requirements NOTE The PMA8000B MP3 requires specialized knowledge and tools for an effective installation An appropri ately rated Certified Aircraft Repair Station must install this equipment in accordance with applicable regulations PS Engineering Incorporated warranty is not valid unless the equipment is installed by an authorized PS Engineering Incorporated dealer Failure to follow any of the installation instructions or installation by a non certified individual or agency will void t
28. able Any implied warranties expire at the expiration date of this warranty PS Engineering SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES This warranty does not cover a defect that has resulted from improper handling storage or preservation or unreasonable use or maintenance as determined by us This warranty is void if there is any attempt to dissemble this product without factory authorization This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusions may not apply to you All items repaired or replaced under this warranty are warranted for the remainder of the original war ranty period PS Engineering Inc reserves the rights to make modifications or improvements to the prod uct without obligation to perform like modifications or improvements to previously manufactured prod ucts 4 2 Factory Service The units are covered by a three year limited warranty See warranty information Call PS Engineering Inc at 865 988 9800 before you return any unit This will allow the service technician to provide any other suggestions for identifying the problem and recommend possible solutions After discussing the problem with the technician and you obtain a Return Authorization Number ship product to PS Engineering Inc Attn Service Departme
29. advantages we recommend that you transfer files from a laptop to the PMA8000B MP3 if possible Direct USB device transfer requires 35 40 minutes to transfer 1G of songs Laptops typi cally require 4 6 minutes for the same amount of data with USB 2 port PS Engineering recommends Microsoft XP operating system or later 1 Using the supplied 2 5 mm to USB cable along with the supplied USB to USB adapter cord PS Part number 425 003 1454 connect this set of cables from the PMA8000B MP3 front panel jack to a PC USB port 2 With the audio panel turned off push and hold the Transfer AUX while powering the PMA8000B MP3 on Hold the button until the laptop recognizes the unit as an external drive and opens a dialog box 3 When windows recognizes the PMA8000B MP3 as a removable drive select Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer 4 Create a subfolder name it whatever you wish like PlaneMusic on your audio panel to contain the specific music files you will want on the airplane 5 Copy the desired music into this folder 6 After transfer is complete turn the audio panel off to return to normal operation 200 890 0600 Page 3 11 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 3 14 2 Transfer using USB Drive For best results the following procedure should be used for a USB device when used with the PMA8000B MP3 The USB drive should be re
30. allation Ao cUm e 8 Verify proper transmit and receive operation from the copilot position noting that the copilot PTT switch allows proper transmission on the selected transceiver Verify that the Com 1 Xmt button blinks when transmitting 9 Verify that pushing the COM 2 button causes the button to illuminate and the Com 2 receiver to be heard Verify operation on Com 1 from the pilot position 10 Repeat for Com 2 11 Press and hold the Com 1 Xmt button While holding the Com 1 button press the Com 2 Xmt button This places the unit in split Mode Verify that the pilot can transmit and receive on Com 1 while the copilot transmits and receives on Com 2 12 Verify proper operation of all receiver sources by selecting them using the appropriate button The button illuminates to show which source is in use 200 890 0600 Page 2 12 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 13 Push the SPR button Verify that all selected audio is heard in the cockpit speaker Verify that the audio mutes when the mic is keyed 14 Verify that the appropriate LED in the lower button row blinks when either push to talk is keyed 15 Verify proper Intercom system operation in the ALL ISo and CREW modes see Table 3 1 16 Verify that the audio selector panel system does not adversely affect any other aircraft system by sys tematically switching the unit on
31. and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Audio Selector Specifications Audio selector panel input impedance 5100 Input Isolation 60 dB min Speaker Muting 60 dB min Speaker Output into 4 Q with no clipping 14 VDC 3 Watts min 28 VDC 10 Watts min Receiver Inputs 9 Com 1 Com 2 TEL Nav 1 Nav 2 ADF DME MKR AUX Unswitched Inputs 5 including front jack Transmitter Selections 4 Com 1 Com 2 TEL Coml 2 Speaker Impedance 49 Headphone Impedance 150 1000 Q Headphone Output 38 mW each headset no clipping lt 1 THD typical Microphone Impedance 150 600 Q Intercom Specifications Intercom Positions 6 places with individual JntelliVox circuits Music Inputs 2 Independent Stereo Music Muting 7 30 dB Soft Mute when Com or intercom active Distortion lt 1 THD 38 mW into 1500 Mic Freq Response 3 dB 300 Hz 6000 Hz Music Freq Response 3 dB 10 Hz 26 kHz MARKER BEACON RECEIVER Frequency 75 MHz Crystal Controlled Sensitivity Capable of preset at factory for field application Low 1000 ui Volts Hard 360 to 570 uV soft High 200 u Volts Hard 130 to 200 uV soft Selectivity 6 dB at 10 kHz 40 dB at 120 kHz External Lamp Output 7 5 x4 VDC unloaded at maximum brightness VDC positive when active max current 125 mA
32. as an automatic selector system Audio from the selected transceiver is automatically heard in the headsets and speaker if selected You can check this function by switching from COM 1 transmitter to Com 2 transmitter by pressing the COM 2 transmitter selector pushbutton See that the associated Com 2 receive pushbutton indicator light that is located immediately above the Com 2 transmitter pushbutton turns green This guarantees that the pilot will always hear the audio from the transceiver selected for transmit The PMA8000B MP3 remembers the receiver selection so that when switching transmitters from COM 1 to CoM 2 if CoM 2 audio was previously selected COM 1 audio will continue to be heard This elimi nates the pilot having to switch Com 1 audio back on after changing transmitters When switching from Com 1 to COM 2 while Com 2 was not previously selected Com 1 audio will be 200 890 0600 Page 3 1 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual switched off In essence switching the mic selector will not override prior selection of COM receiver au dio In normal not split modes the PMA8000B MP3 gives priority to the pilot s radio Push To Talk PTT If the copilot it transmitting and the pilot presses his PTT the pilot s microphone will be heard over the selected com transmitter In TEL mode the pilot microphone and headphones are connected to the
33. cell phone The pilot PTT will switch the pilot mic to the selected com transceiver and allow continued aircraft communications to co n tinue See Section 3 4 TEL for more details The copilot will also be able to transmit on the other selected radio with his PTT as well 3 2 1 1 Monitor Mode The PMAS8000B is equipped with a Monitor function which allows a secondary com radio audio to be muted by the primary radio selected for transmit See 3 11 2 for more information 3 2 1 2 Split Mode The split mode can be activated at any time by pressing the COM 1 and COM 2 XMT buttons at the same time This places the pilot on CoM 1 and the Copilot on COM 2 Pilot on CoM 2 and Copilot on COM 1 is not possible When the split mode is activated the intercom between the pilot and copilot is inhibited although the passengers can still talk among themselves The crew intercom can be reactivated if desired by pressing the Mute button The indicator LED in the Mute button will be green when the intercom is off muted and turn off to indicate that the intercom is not muted and the crew can speak to each other See 3 4 7 for information NOTE Due to the nature of VHF communications signals and the size constraints in general aviation aircraft it is probable that there will be some bleed over in the Split mode particularly on adjacent frequencies PS Engineering makes no warranty about the suitability of Split Mode in all aircraf
34. com mode all crew and passengers will be heard on the phone when they speak Com and other selected radio audio is also heard in the headsets If the pilot or copilot pushes the radio PTT their mic will be transferred to the selected Com radio The telephone party will not hear ATC communic a 200 890 0600 Page 3 2 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual tions and vice versa In CREW mode only the pilot and copilot are connected to the telephone Passengers will not hear the telephone The pilot and copilot will also have tran smit capability on the other selected transceiver In ISO intercom mode when the PMA8000B MP3 is in the TEL mode the pilot position is in the Phone Booth Only the pilot will hear the telephone and only he will be heard He will also have access to Com 1 or 2 and will transmit on that radio using the PTT All selected audio is provided to the pilot NOTE Because the cell phone uses an intercom circuit all stations on that circuit will lose intercom capabi lity when the cell phone is in use 3 4 1 Cellular telephone sidetone As shipped from PS Engineering the PMA8000B MP3 does not provide cellular telephone sidetone the user s voice fed back to the headset Some cell phones do not provide sidetone For units with serial num ber E10251 and above telephone sidetone can be enabled by pressing the TEL and ADF bu
35. ct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 2 13 Final Inspection Verify that the wiring is bundled away from all controls and no part of the installation interferes with ai r craft control operation Move all controls through their full range while examining the installation to see that no mechanical interference exists Verify that the cables are secured to the aircraft structure in accor dance with good practices with adequate strain relief Ensure that there are no kinks or sharp bends in the cables and coaxial cables Verify that the cables are not exposed to any sharp edges or rough surfaces and that all contact points are protected from abrasion Complete documentation that may be required such as a logbook entry weight and balance computation and FAA Form 337 Sample text for FAA Form 337 and instructions for continuing airworthiness can be found in Appendix F Return completed warranty registration application to PS Engineering or complete online at www ps engineering com 200 890 0600 Page 2 14 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Section Ill OPERATION 3 1 SCOPE This section provides detailed operating instructions for the PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel Marker Beacon Receiver Intercom Systems Please read it carefully before using the equipment so
36. d for ap proximately one second This action will then automatically play back t he last recorded message Press and HOLD both buttons again to stop the play back and then momentarily press again to play prior me s sages This audio should appear in the pilot and copilot headsets and only be incoming transmissions from the transceiver selected in the mic select switch Depress the audio panel or yoke mounted playback switch and verify that messages play in the order received Repeat for COM 2 The playback will be stopped by audio on the selected com The message can be replayed from the beginning and audio received during the playback will not be stored 2 12 6 Function Button Checkout While listening to the pilot s headset press and hold the TEL button Press the AUX MUTE and SPR buttons verifying that the annunciations play back in pilot headset See operation section for information Incoming audio on selected com will stop the audio 2 12 7 MP3 Player Checkout Refer to Section 3 11 of this manual for detailed instructions on MP3 operation A quick test can be con ducted using the initial welcome message stored at the factory Press and hold the TEL button and press the NAV 1 button MP3 Power ON will be heard in the headset The welcome message should begin to play automatically If it does not verify that the intercom is in ALL mode and that the TEL is deselected no green LED 200 890 0600 Page 2 13 Rev 6 O
37. d regula tion Otherwise it cannot adequately attenuate power line noise Shielding can reduce or prevent radiated noise 1 e beacon electric gyros switching power supplies etc However installation combinations can occur where interference is possible The PMA8000B MP3 was designed in a RFI hardened chassis and has internal Electromagnetic Interference EMI filters on all inputs and ou tputs Ground loop noise occurs when there are two or more ground paths for the same signal 1 e airframe and ground return wire Large cyclic loads such as strobes inverters etc can inject noise signals onto the airframe that are detected by the audio system Follow the wiring diagram very carefully to help ensure a minimum of ground loop potential Use only Mil Spec shielded wires MIL C 275000 or better Under no circumstances combine a microphone and headphone wiring into the same shielded bundle Always use a 2 or 3 conductor shield wire as shown on the installation wiring diagram The shields can be daisy chained together and then connected to a ground lug mounted on the corner of the back plate 200 890 0600 Page 2 2 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Radiated signals can be a factor when low level microphone signals are bundled with current carrying power wires Keep these cables physically separated It is very important that you use insulated was
38. dian 1000 Audio streams selected by the intercom mode are provided to the Tel output and audio from Tel is pre sented to the headset This allows a full duplex telephone like audio interface The TEL mode in the PMA8000B MP3 is also compatible with many cellular telephones with hands free headset interfaces The front panel 3 32 utility jack can be used as the interface to the Cell Phone or a 3 32 jack can be installed somewhere on the aircraft panel The wired interface jack is connected with the PMA8000B MP3 as shown A patch cord 3 32 to 3 32 is available from PS Engineering under P N 425 006 7026 Cellular Plug typical Tip Microphone out Cellular Phone Ring Speaker audio Interconnect Base Ground PMABOO0 Ji ES Com3 Addo fA OCM 3Mcingt 13 v Audolo 3 32 Cellular Jack This is a typical interconnect PS Engineering does not guarantee compatability in all cases Figure 2 1 Cellular telephone interface for rear connector if an additional jack is desired 2 4 6 1 Cell phone Sidetone As shipped from PS Engineering the PMA8000B MP3 does not provide cellular telephone sidetone the user s voice fed back to the headset Some cell phones do not provide sidetone For units with serial num ber E10251 and above telephone sidetone can be enabled by pressing the TEL and ADF buttons at the same time for more than one second This setting will be remembered by the unit In units with serial numbers E10250 a
39. e TEL button is pressed 9 and behave as described in section 3 7 The telephone ringer if present will be heard unless the input is muted by other radio or intercom 3 10 2 Audio Advisory Input The front jack can be used as a priority advisory input for auxiliary systems such as a GPS terrain advisory or portable traffic watch system To prevent radio or intercom from muting this input press the Mute button 3 10 2 1 Smart Jack Function When the PMA8000B MP3 has a signal on music 1 input coming in from the rear connector or MP3 internal playing the front panel jack automatically becomes a Priority Advisory input and is heard in the crew headphones We ve built some intelligence into the PMA8000B MP3 too If you have Music 1 connected to the rear pins and there is music playing the PMA8000B MP3 knows that what you put into the front jack must be a priority So the unit will automatically switch the jack to the priority mode NOTE The front jack is no substitute for the certified installation of alerts such as the GPS waypoint or autopilot tones These still must be hard wired into the back by your installer The front jack input will be muted by radio or intercom unless music is actively playing in the rear con nector Consequently it is possible that an alert may be missed unless the mute mode is deselected 3 10 3 Music Input When used as a music input the front panel jack is treated as M
40. eady pressure to the bezel while screwing the unit into the tray to ensure even seating of the unit and connectors WARNING Do not over tighten the lock down screw while installing the unit in tray Internal damage will result 2 12 Operational Checkout 2 12 1 Required Test Equipment In order to return an aircraft to service after installation of the PMA8000B MP3 the installer must have access to a Marker Beacon signal generator a IFR NAV401L NAV402AP IFR4000 b TIC T 30D T 36C Equivalent test equipment is acceptable as long as the testing requirements can be met 2 12 2 Audio Panel Test NOTE The IntelliVox is designed for ambient noise levels of 80 dB or above Therefore some clipping may oc cur in a quiet cabin such as without the engine running in a hangar This is normal 1 Apply power to the aircraft and avionics 2 Plug headsets into the pilot copilot and occupied passenger positions 3 Verify fail safe operation by receiving and transmitting on com 1 from the pilot position with the audio panel power off The Com audio will be present in one ear cup only Switch on the unit by pressing the volume VOL knob Check intercom operation Push the Com 1 Xmt select button lower row Verify that both of the Com 1 buttons light Verify that transmit button LED Light Emitting Diode near the mic selector is not blinking If the LED is blinking stop testing and troubleshoot the micro phone PTT inst
41. endent input 1 goes to the pilot copilot and all passengers when the intercom is in the ALL mode In ISO mode the copilot and passengers will hear music input 1 Music 2 is ONLY active in CREW mode and then provided only to the passengers The passenger SoftMute control becomes active in CREW If the single source mode is activated through the function keys the front panel jack and music 1 is con nected to all intercom positions regardless of the intercom mode Crew muting is controlled by the front panel passenger muting controlled through the switch See section 3 11 for more details 2 5 8 4 Annunciation and recorder playback The pilot and copilot can hear the Function Key annunciations except in ISO when only the pilot can hear the annunciations If the customer wants to exclude IRS and function key annunciation playback from the copilot position contact PS Engineering for more information 200 890 0600 Page 2 7 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 2 5 4 Playback button Installation Internal Recorder can be played back from the front panel A remote momentary normally open NO push button switch may be installed if desired to remotely activate the Recording System playback This switch can be located anywhere in cockpit convenient to the pilot s reach The switch should be connected to pin 22 of J2 of the PMA8000B MP3 a
42. endix B PMA 8000 Installation Drawings eseeeeeeeenn nennen B Appendix C J1 Connector Interconnect ccccccccscccessseeceeesneeceeseneececseneeeeesseeeeeseneesessenneees C Appendix D J2 Connector Interconnect ccccccccceeeseeeeeeeeneeceeseeeeeeseaeeecesseeeessunseeeeseaeees D Appendix E Instructions for FAA Form 337 and continuing airworthiness E 9 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR FAA FORM 337 AUDIO PANELS eee ee ee eee eee n ne tenete tona sese estet etna sese ee sete ena s esee esee teen aaa E 9 2 INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUING AIRWORTHINESS AUDIO SYSTEM e eee eene eee eee eee osos esee etta sese sese teen nan E Appendix F RTCA DO160D Environmental Qualification Form eese F Rev Date Change New 7 1 08 Created for PMA8000B MP3 MP3 version 1 8 7 08 Updated transfer instructions 2 8 20 08 Update music mute modes 3 3 4 09 Changed to show cell phone sidetone shipped as disabled 4 10 1 09 Updated Split Mode Intercom Operation Instructions 3 7 3 and added TEL Sidetone control 3 4 1 5 2 11 10 Added MON and Pilot ISO music above serial number E10251 6 10 14 2010 Clarified the Music 1 all headsets function 3 11 3 200 890 0600 Page ii Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Section GENERAL INFORMATION 1 1 INTRODUCTION The PMA8000B M
43. erves as an input to ex ternal public address system to prevent feedback during transmissions 2 4 13 Miscellaneous Logic Output J2 Pin 18 Pin 18 of the J2 connector is pulled to ground whenever the AUX button is depressed This serves as a control line for external devices such as an entertainment system that the pilot wishes to control This pin can also be used to control passenger Karaoke Mode by connecting to pin 13 of the J2 or as a PA cockpit cabin speaker relay control NOTE J2 Pin 18 should NOT be used if the AUX is going to be used to switch DME or auxiliary audio 2 5 Intercom wiring See Appendix C and D for intercom connection configurations It is critical to the proper operation of this system to have this connector wiring made in accordance with these diagrams Use 2 and 3 conductor MIL spec cable as shown Connect the shields at the audio panel end only and tie to the audio low inputs as shown NOTE The intercom harness can be custom made by PS Engineering Inc Simply call the factory or www ps engineering com to obtain a wire harness work sheet The harness will be made to your specifications and fully functionally tested Harness can be ordered with jack or without the intercom jacks installed for easier wire routing through the aircraft 2 5 4 Entertainment Inputs In addition to the internal MP3 player the PMA8000B MP3 has two INDEPENDENT music inputs PLUS a front mounted jack that is
44. f Some cell phones do not provide sidetone In PMA8000B MP3 Avidyne audio panels above serial number D10251 telephone sidetone can be enabled by pressing the TEL and ADF buttons for more than one sec ond For units with serial number D10250 and below an internal modification can be made that will a l low the PMA8000B MP3 to provide this sidetone Contact PS Engineering for more information NOTE Because the cell phone uses an intercom circuit all stations on that circuit will lose intercom capabi lity when the cell phone is in use unless the cellular phone provides it s own sidetone PS Engineering does not guarantee compatibility with personal cellular telephones Visit www ps engineering com for a list of phones that have been tested 200 890 0600 Page 3 6 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 3 10 Utility Jack The 2 5 millimeter 3 32 jack on the front of the PMA8000B MP3 has three distinct functions e Cell phone input e Advisory audio input Music input The use of this jack is controlled by three Smart Function Keys SFK controlled from the front panel See Section 3 11 Smart Function Keys 3 10 1 Cellular phone When a cellular telephone is connected to this jack using a 2 5 mm to 2 5 mm adapter cord PS Part Number 425 006 7026 the PMA8000B MP3 audio panel will connect the intercom to the cell phone when th
45. formatted before being used with the PMA8000B MP3 and only music files should be stored in a single subfolder on the USB Device 1 Connect the USB Drive to your PC 2 From Start select My Computer and select the external drive 3 Right Click on the device and select Format 4 Select FAT as File system and Start WARNING this will erase all files on this device Format Removable Disk G PR Capacity E Search 990 MB mex AutoPlay File system Scan with Client Server Security Agent Selec FAT EE FAT Sharing and Security not F AT32 Allocation unit size SolidConverter PDF gt Default allocation size Open PDF in Word Volume label Fomat 31 Eject Format options Cut Li Quick Format Copy A aoe Create Shortcut Rename Properties 5 After formatting is complete right click in the drive and select New Folder and create a new folder for your music that you will put on your PMA8000B MP3 6 Transfer your music files into the new music folder We recommend having 1G or less files on the audio panel to ensure that all the desired songs are played Because of the Microsoft file protocol we cannot predict which files will be omitted To upload from a USB memory device connect the USB drive to the unit using the supplied 2 5 mm to USB cable Press and hold the Hold Function TEL and Transfer AUX buttons until that unit announces Transfer
46. gh the front panel jack the audio pane MUST be in Alternate Music Distribution and the intercom must be in the ALL or ISO mode 200 890 0600 Page 3 9 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Music Distri Standard Music Alternate Music Music 1 bution Mode Distribution Distribution All Headsets Music Al Crew ISO Al Crew ISO Al Crew ISO Source ICS Mode Front Panel Crew Crew Copilot Crew Crew Copilot Crew Crew Copilot Jack amp amp Pass Pass Music 1 Input Crew Crew Copilot Crew Crew Copilot Crew Crew Copilot amp amp amp amp Pass Pass ae Pass Pass Music 2 Input Pass Pass Pass 3 11 MP3 Music Controls Np3 ON OFF E PMA8000B Nav1 din Y BS AUX Mute SPR Function A Function B Function C Above the top row of buttons are icons that relate to the MP3 player operation Below the Shift Function legends you ll see a row of blue legends that refer to MP3 files and volume controls To activate these controls you hold the Shift Hold function and press the desired button 3 12 MP3 Player Operation Turn MP3 on and off Press Shift Key TEL f and MP3 ON OFF Nav1 a Audio annunciation will be MP3 on or MP3 off The audio panel will always power up with the MP3 player switched off To toggle sequential and random
47. he warranty and may result in an unairworthy installation 2 2 Unpacking and Preliminary Inspection Use care when unpacking the equipment Inspect the units and parts supplied for visible signs of shipping damage Examine the unit for loose or broken buttons bent knobs etc Verify the correct quantity of components supplied with the list in Section 1 6 B If any claim is to be made save the shipping mate rial and contact the freight carrier Do NOT return units damaged in shipping to PS Engineering If the unit or accessories show any sign of external shipping damage contact PS Engineering to arrange for a replacement Under no circumstances attempt to install a damaged unit in an aircraft Equipment returned to PS Engineering for any other reason should be shipped in the original PS Engineering packaging or other UPS approved packaging 2 3 Equipment Installation Procedures 2 3 4 Cooling Requirements Forced air cooling of the PMA8000B MP3 is not required However the units should be kept away from heat producing sources i e defrost or heater ducts dropping resistors heat producing avionics without adequate cooling air provided 2 3 2 Mounting Requirements The PMA8000B MP3 must be rigidly mounted to the instrument panel of the aircraft structure within view and reach of the pilot position s Installation must comply with FAA Advisory Circular AC 43 13 2B The unit may be mounted in any area where adequate clearance for the
48. hed Audio 1 Fahad 2nswitcned Inputs Hi TT 31 Guardian 1000 PMA8000 JA Unswitched Audio Lo X 32 ey switched Audio 2 O yq Unswitched Input 2 Hi 44 23 S TEL Audio HI D 3 o LL Unswitched Audio Lo QJ 143 11 4o TEb ele 9 24 C3 TEL Mic Audio Hi 5 Unswitched Audio 3 nswitened Input 3 Hi m 29 E 1 Unewitcned Audi Le Com 3 Mic Key No Connect i ve Pict mic audio H Jd3 433 el Pamer 34 e e Pilot Mic Lo 35 Pilot 41 Pass Phones R j v 40 Pass Phones L N Pass 1 PhonesJack oy Pass Phones Lo J j MKR Ant 1 Y Y cb Ti 24 COM Active Output Pass 2 Phones Jack RG 58A U Coax CN 1 See Note 7 BS EAT O Ht Ext Marker Annunciator C 7 VJ Pass 3 Phones Jack Cellular Phone Cellular Plug typical V Interconnect Tp Meroprone ik 36 White Lamp Output Ext Marker Lamp White Ring Speaker audio RE U z 8000 Base Ground 37 rel ea J1 Connector 7 i 3 32 Cellular Jack Bue Lamp Output Ext Marker Lamp Blue V 38 E 3 LAdo Arrber Lamp Ext Marker Lamp Amber Nd Jack nee LMchpt ee 39 Ty L Adolo tc _ MMSense MM Sense Output 200 890 0600 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP
49. hers to isolate the ground return path from the airframe to all headphone and microphone jacks 2 4 1 1 Music Inputs and Noise PMA8000B MP3 units utilize a differential input to help prevent noise from entering the music system This feature 1s usually transparent to the installer however it is important that the appropriate music si g nal and ground connections are made directly to the dedicated music signal and ground inputs on the PMA8000B MP3 The power for IFE and audio panel should be a common bus If a music jack is installed for Music 1 or 2 we strongly recommend isolating the jack from airframe ground by using an insulated mounting plate NOTE Adding a high performance audio control system particularly in conjunction with high performance ac tive noise canceling headsets cannot improve on older avionics that were designed for cabin speaker use PS Engineering makes no claim that the audio panel will provide a noise free audio quality under all in stallation conditions particularly with older avionics 2 4 2 Existing GMA340 Installation If the installation replaces a GMA340 no changes are necessary as long as the existing installation meets the requirements All existing functions of the GMA340 as well as all of the new capabilities afforded by the PMA8000B MP3 will become instantly available Be advised the PMA8000B MP3 does not support 3 VHF Coms however The PMA8000B MP3 handles two COM transceivers and a full dup
50. in Stereo Installation The pilot and copilot positions work with stereo or mono headsets All passenger headsets are connected in parallel Therefore if a monaural headset is plugged in to a PMA8000B MP3 Stereo installation one channel will be shorted Although no damage to the unit will occur all passengers will lose one channel unless they switch to the MONO mode on the headset PS Engineering modifies headsets to add stereo capability using high fidelity speakers Contact factory for details 3 7 3 Intercom Modes 8 The ICS pushbutton switch on the left side of the panel provides the selection of the three intercom modes The description of the intercom mode function is valid only when the unit 1s not in the Split mode Then the pilot and copilot intercom is controlled with the Mute button This button cycles through the intercom modes from top to bottom then bottom to top as ISO ALL Crew and Crew ALL ISO An LED shows which mode is currently active Iso The pilot is isolated from the intercom and is connected only to the aircraft radio system He will hear the aircraft radio reception and sidetone if provided by the radios during transmissions Copilot will hear passengers intercom and entertainment while passengers will hear copilot intercom and entertai n ment Neither will hear aircraft radio receptions or pilot tran smissions The pilot can listen to music 1 in ISO mode See 83 8 1 for more information ALL
51. indicator 2 4 9 Backlighting The PMA8000B MP3 has an automatic dimming of the pushbutton annunciation LEDs and marker lamps controlled by a photocell Control of the unit backlighting is through the aircraft avionics dimmer For 14 V aircraft connect J2 Pins 6 and 7 to the aircraft dimmer bus and pin 5 to ground For 28 volt systems connect pin 7 to the aircraft dimmer and pins 5 and 6 to ground If an external dimmer control is not used a constant back light illumination can be established for nigh t time viewing Pin 6 or 7 depending on system voltage must be tied to power J2 pin 8 or 9 for the back lighting system to work The photocell mounted in the unit face will automatically adjust the intensity of the push button annunciator LEDs 2 4 10 Unswitched inputs Jl pins 31 29 and J2 pin 15 are unswitched unmuted by transmitter keying inputs 1 3 and 4 re spectively These inputs are presented to the pilot and copilot regardless of the audio configuration and will always mute the entertainment inputs These 510Q inputs can be used for altimeter DH audio GPS waypoint audio autopilot disconnect tones or any other critical audio signal Unswitched 1 is always presented to the speaker plus to the crew headphones and is available to the pilot in fail safe off mode Unswitched 3 and 4 inputs are always presented to the crew headphones and to the aircraft speaker Unswitched Hear in Hear in
52. l Appendix E Instructions for FAA Form 337 and continuing airworthiness 9 1 Instructions for FAA Form 337 Audio Panels One method of airworthiness approval is through an FAA Form 337 Major Repair and Alteration Airframe Power plant Propeller or Appliance In the case of the PMA8000B MP3 you may use the following text as a guide Installed audio selector and 6 place intercom PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 part number 050 890 XXXX in location at station _ Installed per 4C43 13 2B Chapter 2 Installed per PS Engineering In stallation Operators Manual p n 200 890 XXXX revision dated These units are FAA Approved under TSO C50c for audio amplifiers and or TSO C35d for Marker Beacon Receivers and meets appropriate environmental qualifications outlined in RTCA DO 160D as appropriate or this aircraft Interface to existing aircraft radios in accordance with installation manual and in compliance with practices listed in AC43 13 2B Chapter 2 All wires are Mil Spec 22759 or 27500 Connection to aircraft dimmer bus is Power is supplied to the unit through a 3A circuit breaker type and part number and total electrical load does not exceed of the electrical system capacity with the PMA8000B MP3 added Aircraft equipment list weights and balance amended Compass compensation checked A copy of the opera tion instructions contained in PS Engineering document 200 080 revision dated is placed in
53. l 7 2 Equipment tested to Operational test only Crash Safety 7 3 Equipment tested to Operational test only Vibration 8 0 Equipment tested to Category M amp N Explosion 9 0 Category X not tested Waterproofness 10 0 Category X not tested Fluids Susceptibility 11 0 Category X not tested Sand and Dust 12 0 Category X not tested Fungus 13 0 Category X not tested Salt Spray 14 0 Category X not tested Magnetic Effect 15 0 Equipment tested to Category Z Power input 16 0 Equipment tested to Category B Voltage Spike 17 0 Equipment tested to Category A Audio Frequency Susceptibility 18 0 Equipment tested to Category B Induced Frequency Susceptibility 19 0 Equipment tested to Category A Radio Frequency Susceptibility 20 0 Equipment tested to Category T Radio Frequency Emission 21 0 Equipment tested to Category B Lightning Induced Transient 22 0 Equipment tested to Category XXE2 Susceptibility Lightning Direct Effects 23 0 Category X not tested Icing 24 0 Category X not tested ESD 25 0 Category X not tested 200 890 0600 Appendix F Rev 6 Oct 2010
54. lamp labeled T M and illuminates all three lamps simultaneously to assure the lamps internal and e x ternal are in working order TST does not activate MM autopilot sense output Releasing the button re turns to the last sensitivity Pressing the marker mode select T M for one second will also cause the marker audio to mute for that beacon The next beacon received will re activate the audio 3 7 Intercom Operation 3 7 1 IntelliVox amp VOX Squelch No adjustment of the JntelliVox squelch control is necessary There is no field adjustment Through three individual signal processors the ambient noise appearing in all six microphones is constantly being sampled Non voice signals are blocked When someone speaks only their microphone circuit opens placing their voice on the intercom The system is designed to block continuous tones therefore people humming or whistling in monotone may be blocked after a few moments For consistent performance any headset microphone must be placed within 4 inch of your lips prefera bly against them ref RTCA DO 214 1 3 1 1 a NOTE It is also a good idea to keep the microphone out of a direct wind path Moving your head through a vent air stream may cause the IntelliVox to open momentarily This is normal The JntelliVox is designed to work with normal aircraft cabin noise levels 70 dB and above It loves airplane noise Therefore it may not recognize speech and clip sy
55. lex cellu lar satellite telephone Added capabilities include IntelliVox amp DuTel duplex telephone internal MP3 player with improved music fidelity and Soft Mute and Karaoke muting modes improved and more flexible music distrib u tion control internal recorder function and additional unswitched audio inputs 2 4 3 Power The PMA8000B MP3 is compatible with both 14 and 28 Volt DC systems A five 5 Amp circuit breaker is required for all installations Power and ground wires should be 22 connected to J2 Pins 8 and 9 Con nect airframe ground to J2 Pin 10 and 11 only No dropping resistors are required 2 4 4 Communications Push to Talk An important part of the installation is the PTT Push To Talk switches that allow the use of your air craft communications radio for transmissions There are three typical configurations that can be used Select the case that best fits the installation Only the person who presses their PTT switch will be heard over the radio If the pilot and copilot both use the PTT the only pilot position has access to the radio The pilot position will have PTT control regardless of the mic selector switch or copilot PTT when the PMA8000B MP3 is in the OFF EMG mode CASE I PTT is built into both pilot and copilot yokes CASE II PTT is in pilot yoke only This configuration requires a modified external PTT switch plugged into the copilot s microphone jack See Appendix A When the copilot s PTT is
56. llables in a quiet cabin such as in the hangar or without the engine running This is normal For optimum microphone performance PS Engineering recommends installation of a Microphone Muff Kit from Oregon Aero 1 800 888 6910 This will not only optimize VOX performance but will improve the overall clarity of all your communications Table 3 1 Mic Muff Part Numbers 3 7 2 Manufacturer Model Mic Muff Part Number Bose Dynamic 90010 Electret 90015 M87 Dynamic 90020 David Clark H10 30 90010 H10 20 H10 40 90015 H10 13 4 90015 Lightspeed All 90015 Peltor 7003 90010 7004 90015 Pilot 11 20 amp 11 90 90015 Sennheiser 90015 Telex Airman 750 Echelon 90015 AIR3000 90010 Intercom Volume Control 7 The inner volume control knob adjusts the loudness of the intercom for the pilot and copilot It has no effect on selected radio levels music input levels or passengers volume level The outer volume control knob controls intercom volume or the passengers It has no effect on radio or music levels 200 890 0600 Page 3 4 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Adjust the radios and intercom volume for a comfortable listening level Most general aviation headsets today have built in volume controls therefore volume also can be further adjusted at the individual hea d set 3 7 2 1 Mono headsets
57. me or have other distribution rules apply to your music inputs When Music one all headsets is selected music 1 from the rear connector input Pins J2 23 amp 24 only will be distributed to all headsets and 1s independent of the intercom mode switch Therefore even in the CREW mode the passengers will hear Music 1 even though they will not hear the intercom or radios This mode allows you to use a single in flight entertainment source aboard and to send it everywhere even in crew mode The music muting will be normal and follow the selected mode of the crew or pas sengers Function C also allows you to configure your music to be either independent of the intercom mode or to make Music 2 dependent on the intercom mode When you press Function C again you will hear Alternate Music distribution In this case Music 2 will be active only when the intercom is in the CREW mode and only the passengers will hear it This distribution is similar to other brands of audio panels It allows the passengers to have their music source come on only when they are not hearing the crew In addition the front panel jack input will be distri b uted to the passengers in ALL and ISO mode Press again and you will hear Standard Music Distribution In this mode Music 2 becomes active and will always be presented to the passengers on the intercom Music 1 is only available to the pilot and copi lot The intercom mode switch does
58. microphone to COM 1 if power is removed for any reason or if the power switch is placed in the Off Fail safe position Unswitched input 1 is also provided to the pilot headphone in fail safe 200 890 0600 Page 1 1 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual A six station voice activated VOX intercom is included in the PMA8000B MP3 This system has PS Engineering s patented JntelliVox circuitry that eliminates manual adjustments The intercom system incorporates pilot isolate all and crew modes two independent stereo music inputs with SoftMuteTM Intercom volume control is through two concentric front panel knobs and a pushbutton intercom mode switch The small volume knob controls the intercom level for the pilot and copilot while the large knob controls the passenger intercom volume Intercom squelch is automatic A 3 light 75 MHz Marker Beacon receiver is integrated in the PMA8000B MP3 This provides the neces sary Marker Beacon lights and audio indications necessary for that portion of an Instrument Landing Sys tem ILS approach A pushbutton labeled MKR allows the pilot select high or low sensitivity as well as test and mute modes 1 4 APPROVAL BASIS FAA TSO Approval The PMA8000B MP3 series Audio Selector Panels are FAA approved under TSO C50c Audio Amplifi ers and TSO C35d Marker Beacon Receivers ETSO C50C and 2C53d All systems co
59. mply with relevant portions of EUROCAE RTCA MPS WG No 7 70 DO 143 and Marker Beacon Receivers ED 14C DO 160C Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment EDI2B DO 178B Level D Software Considerations for Airborne Equipment and ED 18 DO 214 Audio Systems Characteristics and Minimum Operational Performance Standards for Air craft Audio Systems Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired opera tion 1 5 SPECIFICATIONS TSO COMPLIANCE Marker Beacon FAA TSO C354 Class A ETSO 2C35d Audio Selector Intercom FAA TSO C50c Class 1a ETSO C50c APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS RTCA DO 214 RTCA DO 143 RTCA DO 160D RTCA DO 178B DO 254 ENVIRONMENTAL Qualifications AIDICABSMXXXXXXZBABATBXXE2XXX Operating Temperature Range 15 C to 55 C Altitude Up to 50 000 feet in an non pressurized area DIMENSIONS Height 1 3 in 3 3 cm Width 6 25 in 16 9 cm Depth behind panel 7 15 in 18 16 cm WEIGHT PMA8000B MP3 Unit 1 34 Ib 0 61 kg Rack with connectors 0 51 Ib 0 24 kg POWER REQUIREMENTS Including Internal Lighting Voltage 11 to 33 VDC Maximum Current 2 5 Amp Externally protected by a 5A pull type breaker 200 890 0600 Page 1 2 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel
60. n t have any affect on the music distribution When the music is standard Music 1 will always go to the pilot and copilot positions and is never heard by the passengers Music 2 is always heard by the passengers and never heard by the pilot and copilot This mode is useful if your passengers have a different interest in entertainment or are watching a DVD but do not want to be excluded from the intercom conversations The pilot and copilot will always hear Music 1 through the unit rear connector or a source plugged into the front panel jack This is present in ALL and CREW intercom modes and available to the copilot pos i tion in ISO mode The pilot can hear this music source in ISO mode if desired as follows In the ISO mode hold the Func tion TEL button and press the ICS mode button for more than one second The ICS mode LED will blink slowly to indicate music is connected to the pilot headset although the intercom is not Music 2 is provided to the passenger positions regardless of intercom mode when the audio panel is in Standard Music Distribution and also in Alternate Music Distribution but only 1f the intercom is in the CREW mode The pilot and copilot can never hear Music 2 under any condition If the passengers always want to hear the source in Music 1 input through the rear connector regardless of the intercom mode ISO ALL CRW select Music 1 all headsets If the passengers want to hear the music input throu
61. nd below an internal modification can be made that will allow the PMA8000B MP3 to provide this sidetone Contact PS Engineering for more information NOTE Unauthorized use of unapproved cellular telephone devices in aircraft is subject to FCC enforcement ac tion which may include a 10 000 fine per incident PS Engineering Inc does not endorse using unap proved cellular telephone equipment in flight and takes no responsibility for the user s action PS Engineering does not guarantee compatibility with personal cellular telephones For a list of phones that have been tested visit www ps engineering com 2 4 7 Transmit Interlock Some communications transceivers use a transmit interlock system To fully utilize the Split Mode fea ture this function must be disabled Consult that manufacturer s installation ma nual 200 890 0600 Page 2 4 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 2 4 8 Swap Mode When a momentary normally open push button switch is connected between pin 20 on the J2 connector and aircraft ground the user can switch between Com 1 and 2 by depressing this switch without having to turn the mic selector switch This yoke mounted switch eliminates the need to remove your hands from the yoke to change transceivers The transfer of TX indication from Com 1 to Com 2 shows that the swap has been initiated there is no dedicated swap
62. nd ground 2 6 Marker Beacon Installation 2 6 1 Marker Antenna Installation A marker beacon antenna appropriate to the type and speed of the aircraft is required not included Refer to aircraft and antenna manufacturer s installation instructions as well as AC43 13 2B or later revision Chapter 3 for information on proper antenna installation techniques The marker beacon an tenna must be mounted on the bottom of the aircraft 2 6 2 External Marker Lights For installations that require external marker beacon lights there are three outputs that can drive 12 Volt lamps only The external output lamps are driven high typically 9 VDC 1 5 VDC unloaded at MAX brightness when active Maximum source current per lamp is 125 mA Voltage varies with photocell dimming 2 6 3 Middle Marker Sense A Middle Marker Sense output signal is available from the 8000 to flight control systems This function will not operate during the test mode This output will go to 4 5 VDC 1 0 VDC when a valid Middle Marker signal is received This output is J1 pin 39 2 7 Adjustments The PMA8000B MP3 is factory adjusted to accommodate the typical requirements for most aircraft con figurations There are three adjustments in the top cover that allow the installer to tailor the specific fun c tions 200 890 0600 Page 2 8 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual
63. ns at the same time This mode will be indicated by the ICS ISO LED blinking slowly once in every 5 seconds The pilot will now hear Music 1 and it will mute in accordance with the Mute mode as described in 3 8 3 9 Telephone Mode 9 The TEL mode serves as a full duplex interface for telephone systems such as AirCell or portable cellular phones with earpiece jacks When interfaced with an approved airborne telecommunications system the PMA8000B MP3 can serve as a audio control and distribution center When TEL is active the button will blink about twice as fast as the normal transmit rate In ALL intercom mode all crew and passengers will be heard on the phone when they speak All will hear selected audio Com audio is automatically heard in the headsets In CREW mode the pilot and copilot are connected to the telephone The pilot and copilot will have transmit capability on the other selected transceiver Com 1 or 2 simply by using their respective PTT switch In ISO intercom mode when the PMA8000B MP3 is in the TEL mode the pilot position is in the Phone Booth Only the pilot will hear the telephone and only he will be heard He will also have access to Com 1 or 2 and will transmit on that radio using the PTT All selected audio is provided As shipped from PS Engineering the PMA8000B MP3 does not provide cellular telephone sidetone the user s voice fed back to the headset because this is often provided by the telephone itsel
64. nt 9800 Martel Rd Lenoir City TN 37772 865 988 9800 FAX 865 988 6619 Email support ps engineering com Units that arrive without an RMA number or telephone number for a responsible contact will be returned un repaired PS Engineering is not responsible for items sent via US Mail 200 890 0600 Page 4 1 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Appendix A External PTT Hook Up Part of the installation includes the installation of PTT Push To Talk switches that allow the use of your aircraft radio for communications transmissions There are three possible configurations you must select the case that best fits your installation NOTE Only the person who presses their PTT switch will be heard over the radio CASE I The PTT is built into the pilot and copilot yokes Simply install the plugs from the headset into the aircraft headphone jacks Then use the yoke mounted PTT to transmit No other action is required CASE II Built in PTT only on the pilot side only This configuration requires a modified external PTT switch plugged into the copilot s mic jack See De tails Below When the copilot s PTT is depressed this activates an internal relay that switches the mic audio to the aircraft radio from the pilot to the c opilot Case III No built in PTT switch at all Two built in PTT must be installed or two external modified P
65. o Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual NOTE The front mounted utility jack is intended for portable equipment that is advisory in nature It is NOT INTENDED for use as a primary warning channel Audio of importance MUST ALWAYS be hard wired into the unswitched inputs of the audio panel 2 4 11 Public Address Mode By pressing the Mute and SPR pushbuttons at the same time the PMA8000B MP3 will be placed into public address PA mode In this mode the pilot will be talking over the cockpit speaker when he presses his PTT switch Copilot will still continue on the selected COM radio To enable the PA Digital Output located at the rear connector the internal configuration jumper J4 MUST be placed across both pins in the header This jumper is shipped as open from the factory Contact PS Engineering for details on changing this configuration jumper When this Digital Output is enabled J2 Pin 19 will go low when in PA mode providing a logic level that can be used to incorporate a speaker switching scheme This 50 mA circuit 10 2 Z can control a switch ing means such as a relay that would transfer the speaker output amplifier from the cockpit speaker to drive another cabin speaker If the PA mode is used with a microphone in proximity to an active cockpit speaker feedback might result 2 4 12 PA Mute J2 Pin 12 Pin 12 of J2 is a TTL logic output that is pulled low during PTT operation This s
66. play mode Press Shift Key TEL and press Nav 2 b The audio an nunciation will be random or sequential To skip c to the next song press Shift Key TEL and MKR To pause d MP3 play press Shift Key TEL and ADF 3 13 Music 1 amp MP3 Volume h amp i The Music 1 and the MP3 volume PMA8000B MP3 can be adjusted from the front panel if desired by pressing the combinations of keys listed 200 890 0600 Page 3 10 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Press Hold Function TEL and Vol Down MUTE h for more than one second to decrease music 1 or MP3 volume If the buttons are held down continuously it will decrease the volume three steps per second Press Hold Function TEL and Vol UP SPR i for more than one second to increase music 1 or MP3 volume If the buttons are held down continuously it will increase the volume three steps per second Note Since it is possible to turn the volume completely off you may need to turn the volume up if you don t hear music when you expect to It will take about 10 seconds to go from minimum to maximum volume 3 14 File Transfer The PMA8000B MP3 has 1 GB of internal storage The program inside the unit will recognize and up load any compatible audio files wav mp3 unprotected wma from an external source through the USB cable 3 14 1 Laptop transfer Due to the transfer rate
67. pressed the intercom switches the microphone audio from pilot to copilot mic CASE III No built in PTT This requires two built in PTTs to be installed or modified external PTT switches to be used Modify external PTT as required See Appendix A 2 4 5 Audio Panel interface The PMA8000B MP3 is designed to interface with standard aircraft avionics and presents a 510 Q re ceiver impedance For best results a twisted shielded cable is recommended from the avionics audio source to the audio panel with the shield grounded at the audio panel end 200 890 0600 Page 2 3 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Some avionics do not provide a separate audio low and may introduce additional electrical noise into the system For best results connect the audio low from the audio panel to the radio ground using one con ductor of the twisted shielded cable 2 4 5 1 Speaker Load The PMA8000B MP3 contains one speaker amplifier Some units with internal speaker amplifiers such as the King Radio KX170 series require a resistive load to prevent damage if their speaker amplifier is not used Connect the speaker output from the unit to the COM 2 Speaker load input on the PMA8000B MP3 J1 27 WRT 28 The speaker load is 16 O 3W 2 4 6 TEL Duplex Function for Cell Phones This mode is designed to operate with telecommunications systems such as the AirCell Guar
68. rcom CAUTION Local oscillators and internal signals from entertainment equipment can cause undesired interference with other aircraft systems Before takeoff operate the entertainment devices to determine if there is any ad verse effect within the aircraft systems If any unusual operation is noted in flight immediately sw itch off the entertainment devices All additional entertainment devices must be switched off for both takeoff and landing 2 5 2 1 Entertainment 2 Mute J2 Pin 13 amp 14 Connecting J2 pin 13 to pin 14 or ground through a SPST switch places the entertainment 2 music source into the Karaoke Mode In this mode incoming music and intercom conversation will not mute the music for the passengers intercom net This allows uninterrupted music during casual conversation and at times when radio communications are of lesser importance If desired the AUX button can act as the passengers mute control Connect J2 pin 18 AUX logic to J2 pin 13 Entertainment 2 Mute inhibit 2 5 3 Configuring Music Input with Function Keys The two music inputs can be configured by the user from the front panel see section 3 10 There are three configurations available independent ICS mode dependent and single input If the inputs are independent Input 1 and the front jack is provided to the pilot and copilot Muting SoftMute is controlled by the front panel mute button If the inputs are intercom mode dep
69. ring The annunciation will also give status reports approximately as each 20 of the data is transferred for transfers lasting more than one minute After the music transfer is complete the PMA8000B MP3 will automatically reset to store the files and create the new play list Therefore it is not advisable to upload files in flight or when the audio panel is otherwise in use Different types of files and music file programs may result in variation in the volume level of the music The maximum transfer rate will decrease by about 1 each time the unit is uploaded therefore fr equent music upload is not advised Notes 1 The PMA8000B MP3 only supports Wave wav unprotected Windows Media Files wma and MP3 mp3 file types It does not support iTunes format files Different types of files and different music file programs may result in variation in the volume level of the stored music 2 PS Engineering recommends using only first quality USB Flash drives for consistent file transfer results 200 890 0600 Page 3 12 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 3 15 Internal Recorder The Intercom Recording System is a digital recording system allowing automatic storage and playback of aircraft radio traffic Operating as a continuous loop recorder last message received will be the first heard the recorder has 40 seconds of recording time or
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71. ss HP Low 42 Unswitched 2 Low 43 Unswitched 2 Audio 44 Page 2 11 Function Pilot Phones Low Copilot Phones Low Copilot Phones L Copilot Phones R Lights Low 14 28 V Lights 14 28 V Lights Aircraft Power Aircraft Power Aircraft Ground Aircraft Ground PA Mute Mute Inhibit Mute Inhibit Low Unswitched 4 Pilot Phones L No connect Misc AUX logic output PA Enable Output Swap Swap Low IRS Playback Music 1 L Music 1 R Music 1 Low Music 2 L Music 2 R Music 2 Low No Connect No Connect Pilot Phones R Copilot Mic Audio Copilot Mic PTT Copilot Mic Low Pass 1 Mic Audio Pass 1 Mic Audio Low Pass 2 Mic Audio Pass 2 Mic Audio Low Pass 3 Mic Audio Pass 3 Mic Audio Low Pass 4 Mic Audio Pass 4 Mic Audio Low Speaker Low Speaker Output Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual 2 10 Post Installation Checkout After wiring is complete verify power is ONLY on pins 8 and 9 of the J2 and airframe ground on connec tor pins 10 and 11 Failure to do so will cause serious internal damage and void PS Engineering s war ranty 2 11 Unit Installation To install the PMA8000B MP3 gently slide the unit into the mounting rack until the hold down screw is engaged While applying gentle pressure to the face of the unit tighten the 3 32 hex head in the center of the unit until it is secure DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN CAUTION Apply st
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73. t conditions 3 2 1 3 Swap Mode Switch from Com 1 to Com 2 remotely With a yoke mounted normally open momentary switch the pilot can change from the current Com transceiver to the other by depressing this switch To cancel Swap Mode the pilot may either press the yoke mounted switch again or select a different Com with the XMT buttons 3 3 Audio Selector 4 Communication audio from the other radio not selected for transmit can be heard by pressing the associ ated RCV button You will always hear the audio from the selected transceiver Navigation receiver audio is selected through five momentary push button backlit switches The users can identify which receivers are selected by noting which green switch LEDs are lit Navigation aid audio push buttons are labeled Nav 1 Nav 2 MKR Marker ADF and AUX auxiliary DME au dio if present will come through when the AUX button is selected When one of these buttons is pressed the mode is active and the LED will illuminate Press the switch again and it will be off and remove that receiver from the audio output In SPLIT mode only the pilot will hear selected navigation audio 3 4 Telephone TEL 9 The TEL mode serves as a full duplex interface and distribution for telephone systems such as AirCell or portable cellular phones with earpiece jacks Pressing the TEL button activates the telephone mode This connects the telephone to the users as follows In ALL inter
74. that you can take full advantage of its capabilities This section is divided into five sections covering the basic operating areas of the PMA8000B MP3 sys tems They are Communications Transceiver Selection Audio Selector Intercom Marker Beacon Re ceiver and special functions Hi BMA8000B RCV MKR Comi Com2 2 Navi Nav29 MKR apro IO a ICSE Comi come O te auxe IP spro VEL CAW XMT pr PUSH ENGINEER NGO OFF EMG FSD INCORPORA ED P A 8 m T c D E w V OL Figure 3 1 PMA8000B MP3 Operating controls Unit power is turned on and off by pushing the volume knob In the OFF or EMG position the pilot headset is connected directly to Com 1 as well as unswitched input 1 This allows communication capa bility regardless of unit condition Any time power is removed or turned OFF the audio selector will revert to fail safe mode The power switch controls all audio selector panel functions intercom and marker beacon receiver All pushbutton selections and function modes will be remembered and return to the last state when turned on 3 2 Communications Transmit XMT Selection 2 There are two pushbuttons associated with the transmitter selection The two lower buttons 2 control which transceiver is selected for transmit The top row of pushbuttons 3 allows selection of the receiver audio Push the lower button to select the desired COM transmitter The PMA8000B MP3 Series h
75. tor Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Appendix B PMA 8000 Installation Drawings 475 013 0001 Lock nut 4 ea 44 pin connector 2 ea 475 440 0004 4 ea lo amp 475 440 0007 4 ea N pe x cl J2 Rack Rack back plate 430 890 0040 430 890 0050 Jl Viewed from Back e D Solder Lug mount as convenient Rear plate detail not to scale 631 in IS 037 in 387 in 5 53 in m 604 in Been m Caution Apply steady pressure to the bezel while screwing the unit into the tray to ensure even seating of the unit and connectors 200 890 0600 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual Appendix C J1 Connector Interconnect Communicaions X2 comt Lo E 10 Notes Transceiver 1 C3 Com1 Mic Audio Hi 11 1 All shields should be grounded at audio panel only jj Com 1 Mic Key ee 12 Other end remains floating 2 All Power and Ground wires shall be 22 gage wire Lighting 22 AWG other wires minimum 24 AWG 3 All mic and headphone jacks must be isolated from ground 4 Speaker loads may be required on some
76. ttons at the same time for more than one second In units with serial numbers E10250 and below an internal modifi cation can be made that will allow the PMA8000B MP3 to provide this sidetone Contact PS Engineering for more information 3 5 Speaker Amplifier 5 The SPR in the lower right section stands for speaker This switch will place all selected audio on the cockpit speaker when this switch is selected Except for the unswitched audio the speaker amplifier is not active in the Split Mode Unswitched audio the inputs dedicated to autopilot disconnect altimeter warning etc will come through the speaker regardless of the speaker button position Depending on installation important audio annunciations such as radar altimeter or autopilot disconnect will come over the speaker even if it is not selected while other unswitched but muted inputs such as GPS alerts will only be present if the SPR button is selected Consult your professional avionics installer for these important configuration details 3 5 1 1 Public Address Function if enabled To access PA function press the Mute and SPR buttons simultaneously The pilot microphone will be heard on the speaker when the pilot PTT is used The copilot can continue to use the selected com radio while the pilot will now be heard over the speaker During Public Address the Mute and SPR buttons will flash To exit PA mode push Mute and SPR again 3 6 Marker Beacon Operation 10
77. uch are only an accessory capability They don t affect the audio panel s primary function as a selector panel aircraft intercom or marker beacon receiver You can t do anything with these buttons to prevent the PMA8000B MP3 from doing its main job Looking at the front panel you ll notice that the TEL Aux Mute and SPR buttons have Function as signments To use these function keys A B C press and hold F and then press the desired key A B or C There are three special functions Function Button A allows the front panel jack to be distributed to all headsets Function Buttons B controls a monitor function S N E10251 and up or B and C control how music is distributed in your airplane S N E10250 and below There are two music sources available to the PMA8000B MP3 Music input can be either on the front jack OR the Music 1 input at the rear connector Pins 23 and 24 J2 Music 2 is wired into the rear con nector only Pins 26 and 27 J2 3 10 5 Function A Alternate Intercom Mode Function A controls the distribution of aircraft radio within the intercom as well as passenger intercom muting In the standard intercom function mode aircraft radios are distributed to all when the intercom is in the ALL mode In CREW mode only the pilot and copilot positions will hear aircraft radios When Function A is toggled into Alternate Intercom Function the
78. unit and associated wiring bundle exist To prevent noise avoid installing the unit close to high current devices or systems with high voltage pulse type outputs such as DME or transponders Avoid running the interconnecting bundles near any high current wires 2 3 3 Audio Panel Mounting Rack Installation Remove the unit from the mounting tray by unscrewing the 3 32 hex head screw that is in the center of the unit Use caution to avoid hitting the photo detector lens Carefully slide the unit free of the tray Set 200 890 0600 Page 2 1 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual the unit aside in a safe location until needed Install the tray using six clip nuts 475 630 0002 and six FHP 6 32 x screws 475 632 0012 The audio selector panel must be supported at front and rear of the mounting tray 2 3 4 Audio Panel Tray and Connector Assembly The rack connectors mate with two 44 pin connectors in the PMA8000B MP3 The connectors are a sub miniature crimp type and require the use a hand crimp tool from table below or equiv The connectors are mounted to the tray back plate with 4 40 screws 475 440 1038 from the inside of the tray and the mounting block 431 891 0100 Ensure that proper strain relief and chafing precautions are made during wiring and installation using the cable clamp 625 001 0002 Manufacturer
79. usic 1 However thanks to the function controls it can be distributed to all users depending on the intercom mode A patch cord is available with 2 5 mm to 3 5 mm 3 32 to 1 8 adapter cord PS Part Number 425 006 2535 3 10 4 Smart Function Keys SFK With Virtual Tech Support the configuration process is self directed Once you ve set up your system you don t need to change it again unless you want to The unit will always remember your settings SFK annunciations are heard by the pilot and copilot positions only SFK annunciations will be heard by the copilot even when the audio panel is in pilot isolate mode These annunciations will be stopped by any audio received on the com radio selected for transmit software level BPBC and above Table 3 2 SFK Functions PMA8000B MP3 200 890 0600 Page 3 7 Rev 6 Oct 2010 PS Engineering PMA8000B MP3 Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System Installation and Operator s Manual AUX Function A Figure 3 2 Smart Function Keys Function A Function B Function C AUX MUTE SPR Alternate Intercom Monitor Mode Music Distribution mode State 1 State 2 State 1 State 2 State 1 State 2 State 3 Alternate Standard Monitor Monitor Standard Alternate Music 1 all intercom Intercom on off music music headsets function Function distribution distribution These functions are non essential and non required and as s

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