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TRANSMISSION COVER LETTER
FEBRURARY 22, 2018
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Date: July 21, 2017

To: ALL USERS OF THE L3AP MODEL FA2100 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER

Subject: Field Service Bulletin, FA2100CVR SB022, Revision 06

THIS TRANSMITS REVISION 06 TO

FIELD SERVICE BULLETIN NO. FA2100CVR SB022
Modified L3 logo and name changes throughout SB. Title and Section I.A. Effectivity, added miss-
ing FA2100CVR PN configurations. Modified Note 3: Bombardier to allow application of Mod−Dot
15 to PN 2100−1025−24 configuration. Added NOC reference to Note 5: for ATR operators. Re-
vised Section 1.B. Concurrent Requirements for Configuration Label PN 166E4900−00 and added
Table 4 for materials availability. Section I.F. added EASA Technical approval statement.

Previous Changes from Rev. 04 to Revision 05:

Title and Section I.A. revised Note 6 for ATR users. Table 3, added Price, revised Availability. Fig-
ure showing the positioning of the ULB label was removed and replaced with detailed instructions
on the location of the labels. Added Ordering & Contact Information. The attached Revision 05 to
Field Service Bulletin No. FA2100CVR SB022, dated December 27, 2016 is an update to Service
Bulletin SB022, Revision 04, dated November 17, 2016.

Previous Changes from Rev. 03 to Revision 04:

Changed Title and added Note1 for all users, Note 2 for Boeing users, Notes 3 and 4 for Bom-
bardier users, and Note 5 for ATR users to Section 1.A. Removed Part Number, 2100−1027−02
and added Part Number 2100−1225−02 to Section I.A. and Section I.D. Table 1. Added 90−Day
ULB Battery Life, Table 2. Battery Life. Added L−3AR ULB CMM and ULB Installation and Opera-
tion Manual to Other Publications Affected. Added additional Cautions to Material Information.
Changed Conversion Kit to recommended, added Conversion Kit contents part numbers & screw
information to Section II. Stated either on−wing or shop accomplishment instructions in Section III.
The attached Revision 04 to Field Service Bulletin No. FA2100CVR SB022, dated Nov. 17, 2016 is
an update to Service Bulletin SB022, Revision 03, dated July 01, 2015.

Previous Changes from Rev. 02 to Revision 03:

Title and Section I.C. added ULB Part Number, 266E5542−00 and Section I.L. added reference to
the new L3AR Beacon CMM. Section I.D. added Table 1 to include a list of new part numbers that
will be produced with the 90−Day Beacon. Section II.A. Material Information, Table 2. added part
numbers for piece parts contained in the 90−Day Beacon Conversion Kit, Part Number
068E5542−00 and added note concerning ordering the Kit.

Previous Changes from Rev. 01 to Revision 02:

The footer on each page has been updated to include a reference back to the Transmission Cover
Letter.
Previous Changes from Initial Issue to Rev. 01:

Section I.A, page 1 of 8, of Field Service Bulletin No. FA2100CVR SB022 dated March 16, 2015
has been revised. The effective part numbers of those Model FA2100CVRs that may apply the
90−Day Beacon Modification #15 has been clarified.

Section I.C. & I.D revised TSO C142 to TSO C142a and added TSO C142a to Section I.K.

L3 Technologies,
Aviation Products−SRQ

Mike Phillips Simone Totti

Product Support Manager Sr. Sales Manager, Aftermarket Services

Issue Date: March 16, 2015

Rev. 01 Date: April 08, 2015
Rev. 02 Date: June 16, 2015
Rev. 03 Date: July 01, 2015
Rev. 04 Date: November 17, 2016
Rev. 05 Date: December 27, 2016
Rev. 05 Date: July 21, 2017
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SERVICE BULLETIN
MODEL FA2100 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER
MOD−DOT 15: INTRODUCTION OF L3AP 90−DAY UNDERWATER LOCATOR BEACON
PART NUMBER 266E5542−00
Date: July 21, 2017 BULLETIN NO. FA2100CVR SB022 R06

I. PLANNING INFORMATION
A. Effectivity
L−3 Aviation Recorders, Model FA2100 Cockpit Voice Recorders, Part Numbers:
2100−1010−00, 2100−1020−00, 2100−1020−02, 2100−1020−90, 2100−1020−91,
2100−1020−93, 2100−1024−92, 2100−1025−02, 2100−1025−12, 2100−1025−22,
2100−1025−24, 2100−1025−90 and 2100−105−95.
Note 1: For all operators who wish to arrange for part number conversions, this must be
accomplished by sending the recorder to the L3AP factory. For field modifications,
MOD−DOT 15, can be accomplished by ordering the 30−Day to 90−Day ULB
Conversion Kit, P/N: 068E5542−00 or individual piece parts listed in Table 3.

Contact L3AP Order Administration: DLAR−aviationsales@L3T.com

Main Phone: 1−941−371−0811, ask for Inside Sales.

Note 2: For operators of Boeing B727, B737, B747, B757, B767 & B777 aircraft using PN
2100−1025−22, the aircraft manufacturer requires that these units be returned to
the L3AP factory repair station to be modified to PN 2100−1925−22 for
implementation of the 90−Day ULB. Alternatively, the operators may use their
current part number 2100−1025−22 with Mod−Dot 15 applied per this Service
Bulletin.
Note 3: For operators of Bombardier Global 5000/6000 aircraft with PN: 2100−1025−24
installed, the aircraft manufacturer requires that these units be returned to the
factory to be modified to PN 2100−1225−24 for implementation of the 90−Day
ULB.

For operator’s of Bombardier Global 5000/6000 aircraft the aircraft manufacturer is

allowing their users of the PN: 2100−1025−24 to use their current part number
with Mod−Dot 15 applied per this SB.
Note 4: For Bombardier Challenger Series users of PN 2100−1025−22, the aircraft
manufacturer is allowing their users of modifying these units to PN 2100−1225−22,
per the Bombardier Illustrated Parts Catalogue (IPC).

For Bombardier Challenger Series users of PN 2100−1020−00 or

PN:2100−1025−22, the aircraft manufacturer is allowing their users to use their
current part number 2100−1020−00 or 2100−1025−22 with Mod−Dot 15 applied
per this SB.
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Note 5: For ATR users of PN 2100−1025−22, the aircraft manufacturer is allowing their
users the option of modifying these units to PN 2100−1225−22 per ATR Illustrated
Parts Catalogue (IPC).

Alternatively, the operators may use their current part number 2100−1025−22 with
Mod−Dot 15 applied per this SB in accordance with NOC Ref. 016254, Rev. 04.
Note 6: All operator’s should verify with their Aircraft OEMs that the part numbers of the
FA2100CVRs are compliant with their A/C IPL’s.

B. Concurrent Requirements
To mark MOD−DOT 15 on FA2100CVRs manufactured before Jan. 2007, a Configuration
Label, PN 166E4990−00 is required. This label is placed below the existing MOD Label and
extends the number of modifications available, refer to Table 4 for details.
C. Reason
Originally, effective March 1, 2015, the Federal Aviation Administration was withdrawing TSO
authorization that lets the holder identify or mark underwater locating devices with
TSO−C121 or TSO−C121a. As of February 28, 2015 the FAA has extended this deadline to
December 1, 2015. This action will discontinue the production of TSO−approved Underwater
Locator Beacons that feature 30 days of operation.
L3 Aviation Products will continue its plan to transition to the L3AP 90−Day Underwater
Locator Beacon, part number 266E5542−00 herein after referred to as the Beacon, in
compliance with TSO−C121b/−C142a. L−3 Aviation Recorders expects the new Beacon
devices to be available for delivery with the FA2100CVR beginning March 1, 2015. There are
no plans for L3AP to purchase 30−Day Beacons during the extension period and will use its
existing stock of 30−Day Beacons on a first come first served basis.

D. Description
This Service Bulletin announces the cut-in of the 90−Day Beacon to newly manufactured
FA2100CVRs, and introduces the 90-Day Beacon Conversion Kit, available to retrofit existing
FA2100CVRs. Refer to Table 1 for a list of the new FA2100CVRs part numbers that are
being introduced into production with the 90−Day Beacon.
This Service Bulletin provides instructions for modifying all applicable recorders to remove
the existing 30-day Beacon and replace it with the new TSO-C121b/−C142a 90-Day Beacon.
Upon completion, the unit will be acceptance tested and the appropriate Mod Dot will be
marked.
Table 1. New FA2100CVRs Manufactured with 90−Day Beacon
FA2100CVR Part Numbers
2100−1220−00, 2100−1220−02, 2100−1224−92, 2100−1225−22,
2100−1225−24, 2100−1925−22
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The introduction of the 90−Day ULB extended the life of the ULB battery as shown in Table 2.
Table 2. ULB Battery Life
ULB Type / Part Number Battery Life
30-Day ULB / 266E0305-00 6-Years
90-Day ULB / 266E5542-00 7-Years

E. Compliance
This is a recommended modification that should be incorporated at the operator’s earliest
convenience. This modification introduces the L3AP 90−Day Beacon, and is identified as
MOD DOT 15 for field updates using the 90−Day Beacon Conversion Kit, PN 068E5542−00.
For part number conversions, this can only be accomplish sending the recorder back to the
L3AP factory.
To ensure compliance with applicable FAA TSO / Modification marking requirements, once a
90−Day Beacon is installed on the recorder, it cannot be replaced with a 30−Day Beacon.
By incorporating this Service Bulletin with the approved listed parts, only then can the
associated Mod Dot be marked. Utilizing parts that are not identified in this Service Bulletin
will not be considered valid for compliance.
Units received in an Authorized Repair Center with non-compliant parts will be handled in
accordance with FAA guidelines.
F. Approval
This Service Bulletin contains no modification information that revises the approved
configuration and therefore does not require governmental or other regulatory agency
approval. Operators are not required to apply for modification approval for this change as it
does not affect the form, fit, or function of the top level LRU, nor the FA2100CVR TSO. The
technical content of this SB is approved under the authority of DOA Ref. EASA 213.044.
G. Manpower
Estimated 0.5 hours for removal of the 30−Day ULB, installation of the 90−Day ULB, and
operational testing of the new 90−Day ULB.
H. Weight and Balance
Not affected.
I. Electrical Load Data
Not changed.
J. Software Accomplishment Summary
Not applicable.
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K. Reference

L3AP Engineering Change No. 016254

FAA TSO−C121b & TSO−C142a
EUROCAE ED−112A

L. Other Publications Affected

Model FA2100 Cockpit Voice Recorder Component Maintenance Manual, (ATA No.
23−70−04) P/N 165E1689−00, Section 300 & 700 and the IPL, Section 1000.
Model FA2100 Cockpit Voice Recorder Installation & Operation Manual, P/N 165E1846−00.
Model FA2100 General Aviation Cockpit Voice Recorder Installation & Operation Manual,
P/N 165E1848−00.
L3AP Underwater Locator Beacon Component Maintenance Manual, (ATA No. 25−26−01)
P/N: 165E5542−00.
L3AP Underwater Locator Beacon Installation & Operation Manual, P/N: 165E5542−10.

II. MATERIAL INFORMATION

CAUTION: The Beacon must not be disassembled, crushed, penetrated, incinerated or exposed
to temperatures above 160° F (71° C).

CAUTION: 90-Day Underwater Locator Beacon contains a Lithium Metal Battery. This battery is
a single cell battery, that cell consists of 1.7 grams of Lithium. It is classified as a
“UN 3091 Lithium metal battery contained in equipment” for shipping purposes.

CAUTION: 90-Day Battery Replacement is a Lithium Metal Battery. This battery is a single cell
battery, that cell consists of 1.7 grams of Lithium. It is classified as a “UN 3090
Lithium metal battery” for shipping purposes.

CAUTION: The 30-Day beacon battery is a Lithium Metal Battery. This battery is a single cell
battery, that cell consists of less than 1 gram of Lithium.

CAUTION: All applicable Department of Transportation (DOT), International Air Transport

Association (IATA) or IMDG, the International Maritime Dangerous Goods regulations
must be followed.

CAUTION: It is the responsibility of the party purchasing, handling, receiving, or transporting

the 90-Day Underwater Locator Beacon to understand and follow all the applicable
Federal, State, International, and Carrier laws, rules or regulations. Failure to comply
with these laws, rules or regulations could lead to possible fines.
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CAUTION: The ULB and ULB batteries must be disposed of in accordance with all Federal,
State and Local regulations.
When converting from a 30−day ULB to a 90-Day ULB, the L3AP ULB Conversion Kit, P/N:
068E5542-00 is recommended.
When replacing the 30−Day ULB it is recommended that new mounting hex screws, MS 16995-54
(L3AP P/N: 2290200424), are used to ensure a secure connection to the CSMU.
When replacing the 90-Day ULB it is REQUIRED that four new mounting hex screws, MS
16995-54 (L3AP P/N: 2290200424), are used to secure the ULB brackets to the CSMU.
A. Materials 90−Day Beacon Kit P/N: 068E5542−00
Table 3 Provides a list of the contents of the 90−Day Beacon kit.
Table 3. Materials Cost and Availability for 90−Day Beacon Kit
Keyword Quantity Part Number Price U.S.D. Availability**
(2016 EC)
L3AP 90−Day Beacon Conversion 1 068E5542−00 $2,250*** 10 − 15
Kit, MOD DOT 15 Business Days
Consists of:
1. L3AP 90−Day Underwater 1 266E5542−00
Locator Beacon
2. Four ¼” Hex−Cap Screws 4 229−02−00424
3. Four #8 Flat Head Countersunk 4 229−02−00398
Screws *
4. Four #8 Lock Washers * 4 933533617
5. Shipping Container 1 197E2339−04
* Items 3 and 4 are not used for the FA2100 series of recorders and can be discarded.
** After receipt of order.
*** Does not include Shop/Re−certification Fee ($715.00 if applicable).
Note 1: Individual replacement items can be ordered and installed in place of the L3AP 90−Day
Beacon Conversion Kit.

Table 4. MOD−DOT Extension Ultility Label

Keyword Quantity Part Number Price U.S.D. Availability**
(2016 EC)
Configuration Label 1 166E4990−00 20.00 10 −15 Business
(required only for FA2100CVRs Days
manufactured before Jan. 2007.

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(1) Placing an Order

Use a standard Purchase Order (PO) form. To expedite your order, include all of the
information in the list that follows:
S Purchase Order Number
S Reference to this Service Bulletin: FA2100CVR 022
S Customer Name
S Contact Name and Phone Number
S Ship To Address/Instructions
S Bill To Address/Instructions
S Desired Ship Date
S Shipment Routing (Carrier & Account Number)
S Freight carrier account number and special shipping instructions, if necessary.
S Item Description / Part Number
S Price
S Quantity
S Designated Aircraft Type/Spare
S Contract/Quote Number (if applicable)
S 8130−3 Form Requirements (as necessary)
S End User/User Certification
S Tail Number (if applicable)
(2) When Ordering Parts

To submit a Purchase Order for 90−Day Beacon retrofit Kit:

Order Administration: DLAR−aviationsales@L3T.com
Main Phone: +1 941−371−0811
To arrange your Recorder return to L−3 AR R/O for upgrade:
L3AP Repair & Overhaul Administration DLAR−repairstation@L3T.com
Main Phone: +1 941−371−0811
Facility/Shipping Address: 100 Cattlemen Road
Sarasota, FL 34232, USA
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 3041
Sarasota, FL 34230, USA
Cage Code/Federal Supply Code: 06141
ATA/IATA Network: SRQLFCR
(3) Product Support

Product Support: DLAR−aviationproducts@L3T.com

Main Phone: +1 941−371−0811
Technical Publications: www.L−3AR.net
DLAR−technicalpublications@L3T.com
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(4) Return Authorization

Prior to shipping a Beacon to L3AP, a Return Authorization Number will be required and can
be obtained from L3AP by calling (941) 377−5517, or via Fax (941) 377−5585, or via e−mail
at LAR−repairstation@L3T.com.
B. Test Equipment

L3AP recommends the L3AP beacon test set to test Beacons after installation.
Table 5. Recommended Test Equipment
Keyword Quantity Part Number Price U.S.D. Delivery
L3AP Beacon Test Set 1 17TES0015, or See Note 1: 30 Days
equivalent below.
Note 1: Order Administration: DLAR−aviationsales@L3T.com
Main Phone: 1−941−371−0811, ask for Inside Sales
An alternate test set may be used to test Beacons after installation. A 10 Mohm high
impedance voltmeter is required when using the test equipment below, but it is not included
in the test set.
Table 6. Acceptable Alternate Test Equipment
Keyword Quantity Part Number Price U.S.D. Delivery
Dukane Beacon Test Set 1 42A12( ) Discontinued N/A
10 Mohm High Impedance Voltmeter 1 Model B8−8 L3AP does N/A
HP Allegiant not sell
or equivalent

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III. ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS
This Service Bulletin can be accomplished in the field by L3AP Product Support Engineers,
as well as Operators and Authorized Repair Facilities that have received the necessary test
equipment.

The ULB may be replaced on−wing or in a maintenance shop as prescribed by local

processes and procedures. Refer to the L3AP Underwater Locator Beacon CMM, P/N:
165E5542−00 for more details.

A. Modification Instructions

The following procedures provide instruction for the removal of the 30−Day Beacon and
installation of the L3AP 90−Day Beacon.

The ULB should be mounted with the water switch facing the left side of the unit. It should
then be possible to read the text on the ULB label from left to right. For ease of maintenance,
the ULB should be positioned in the bracket such that the top of the label faces up. This al-
lows the 3D bar code on the ULB to be easily scanned without the need for dis−assembly of
the ULB from the bracket.

In addition, the secondary label showing the ULB’s Date of Manufacture and Battery Expira-
tion date should then face forward. This allows the ULB to be inspected without the need to
remove the recorder from its rack mount.

B. 30−Day Beacon Removal Procedure

Table 7. 30−Day Beacon Removal Procedure

PROCEDURE
1) Remove both 1/4−20 hex−cap screws on the left Beacon Mount Bracket using a 3/16” Allen
hex−wrench and set the bracket aside.
2) Loosen the lower screw on the right Beacon Mount Bracket.
3) Pull the Beacon from the loosened Bracket.
4) Remove both screws from the right Beacon Mount Bracket and set the bracket aside.
5) Discard the four hex−cap screws that were removed.

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Crash-Survivable
Memory Unit
(CSMU)

Right Beacon
Mount Bracket

Water Switch

Left Beacon
Mount Bracket

30−Day Underwater
Locator Beacon
1/4–20, Hex-Cap Screws

Figure 1. 30‐Day Underwater Locator Beacon Removal

C. L3AP 90-Day Beacon Installation Procedure

The 90−Day Beacon is mounted on the front of the Model FA2100 CSMU assembly with the
beacon’s water switch facing to the left. The expected battery life of this Beacon is the same
as the replacement date on the Beacon. Refer to Table 8 for the installation procedure of the
90-Day ULB.

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Table 8. 90-Day Beacon Installation Procedure

PROCEDURE
1) Open the kit and ensure that all the parts are included:
− 90−Day Beacon
− Four 1/4−20 hex−cap screws
Note 1: The #8 flat head countersunk screws (4) and #8 lock washers (4) are not used for the
FA2100CVR series of recorders and may be discarded.
2) Insert the 90−Day Beacon into the right and left Beacon Mount Brackets with the Beacon water
switch facing left and the replacement date label visible to the front.
Important: The Beacon will only fit one way − the gap in the bracket must face up on the left side
of the Beacon, and down on the right side.
3) Apply thread-locking adhesive to the four screws.
4) Attach the Beacon and Beacon Mount Brackets with four screws as shown in Figure 2. Tighten
securely to the CSMU. Torque mounting bolts to 75 in−lbs. in a cross−pattern as shown in
Figure 2.

90−Day Underwater
Locator Beacon

Right Beacon
Mount Bracket

Crash-Survivable
Memory Unit Water Switch
(CSMU) 2

Left Beacon
Mount Bracket
3
4 Cross-Pattern
Torquing Sequence
1/4–20, Hex-Cap Screws (75 in-lbs)
1

Figure 2. 90‐Day Underwater Locator Beacon Installation

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D. L3AP 90−Day Underwater Locator Beacon Testing Procedure

(5) Recommended Method to Test the 90−Day Underwater Locator Beacon

The 17TES0015 is a battery operated heterodyne type receiver that operates at an ultrasonic
frequency of 37.5 kHz. The test set is a self-contained, hand held functional tester for testing
90−Day and 30−Day Underwater Locator Beacons and is equivalent to the DUKANE TS200.

Use the internal microphone and loudspeaker to perform an operational test on a beacon
without removing it from the recorder’s CSMU Mount. The test set can also be used to per-
form a voltage measurement for testing the replacement battery within a Beacon.

Table 9. Underwater Locator Beacon Test Using L3AP Test Set P/N: 17TES0015, or
Equivalent

PROCEDURE
This test should be performed after the 90−Day Beacon is installed. It verifies the proper
operation of the Beacon after mounting on the CSMU.
1) Turn the test set ON using the small slide switch located on the left side of the housing.
2) If the display reads LB, the test set battery voltage has fallen below the level required for
operation, and the 9−Volt battery should be replaced.
3) To test the Beacon battery voltage, attach the test probe clip to the Beacon case. The clip has a
spring action that will allow it to slip over the housing on the Beacon. Ensure that the exposed
metal on the Beacon is resting in the metal cradle to make the best connection.
4) Place the tip of the probe in contact with the metal pad at the center of the water switch.
5) Read the battery voltage from the test set display. If the battery voltage is at or above 2.97 volts,
the battery is operable. If the battery voltage is below 2.97 volts, remove the Beacon from service.
6) To perform an operational test of the Beacon, place the probes on the Beacon as described
above, then press and hold the red button on the test set (the display will be blank during this
operation).
7) If the Beacon is operating properly, a pinging sound will be audible from the test set speakers. If
hearing is difficult due to background noise, repeat the test in a quieter area.
8) Turn off the test set, and remove the Beacon from the test probe clip.
9) If required, record the Beacon’s serial number and expiration date on the appropriate recorder
data record.

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(6) Alternate Method to Test the 90−Day Underwater Locator Beacon

Note that using this method requires the use of a 10−Mohm impedance voltmeter that is not
included in the test set.

Table 10. Underwater Locator Beacon Test Using Test Set P/N: 42A12( )
and 10 Mohm High Impedance Voltmeter

PROCEDURE
This test should be performed after the 90−Day Beacon is installed. It verifies the proper
operation of the Underwater Locator Beacon after mounting on the CSMU.
1) To test the Beacon battery voltage, place the negative lead of the high impedance voltmeter on
the metal pad at the center of the water switch and the positive lead on the Beacon case.
2) Measure the battery voltage. If the battery voltage is at or above 2.97 volts, the battery is
operable. If the battery voltage is below 2.97 volts, remove the Beacon from service.
3) To perform an operational test of the Beacon, turn on the test set by rotating the front panel GAIN
control clockwise until it clicks.
4) On the front panel of the test set, set the INT.-EXT. switch to INT.
5) Rotate TUNING control to a setting between 35 and 40 kHz.
6) Use a metal braid, or other flexible metal conductor, to temporarily short the metal pad at the
center of the water switch to the Beacon case, and activate the unit.
7) Make sure that the test set’s microphone and the Beacon are in close proximity of each other with
unobstructed, line−of−sight between them. This will ensure that the test set will detect the proper
output of the Beacon.
8) If the Underwater Locator Beacon is functioning properly, it will emit inaudible, ultrasonic sound
waves that the test set will receive and reproduce as repetitive beeps through the test set’s speakers.
9) Remove the metal conductor to stop the short and turn off the test set.
10) If required, record the Beacon’s serial number and expiration date on the appropriate recorder
data record.

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SERVICE BULLETIN
FA2100 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER BULLETIN NO. FA2100CVR SB022 R06
IV. MODIFICATION INFORMATION
Incorporation of this Service Bulletin will be identified by marking MOD-DOT 15 in the
revision section of the recorder’s name plate with black paint.

L3 Technologies,
Aviation Products − SRQ

Mike Phillips Simone Totti

Product Support Manager Sr. Sales Manager, Aftermarket Services
Issue Date: March 16, 2015
Rev. 01: April 08, 2015
Rev. 02: June 16, 2015
Rev. 03: July 01, 2015
Rev. 04: November 17, 2016
Rev. 05 December 27, 2016
Re;v. 06 July 21, 2017

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