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D1I4234 TABLE OF CONTENTS Pages

FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

• Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• CONTROL DISPLAY UNIT
• Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
• Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
• Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
• FLIGHT MANAGEMENT COMPUTER
• Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
• Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
• DATA LOADER
• Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
• Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
• Loading Connectors Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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FMS INTRODUCTION

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Provides :

- Flight management prediction,

- Navigation based on optional mixing of radio and inertial signals,

- Automatic lateral and vertical guidance. This guidance can take the from of flight
director (FD) commands for pitch and roll, together with target setting for the
throttles - automatic throttle system (ATS).

Note : This system is not certified for takeoff and final landing.

Optimum economy
climbing to a higher
altitude as the cruise Provides continuing guidance along
progresses the flight plan route including great
circle "DIRECT" routes
Airplane levels off & cruises at
the most fuel-saving speed

Commands speed & thrust for

optimum fuel economy An accurate top of
descent point for a
fuel efficient descent

Capture & tracks

the assigned Flight
Plan route Automatically complies
with speed & altitude
restrictions
The Flight Plan Provides the
route is entered transition to
the
auto..landing
syst..

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CDU LOCATION

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Two CDU’s are located on the center pedestal.

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CDU DESCRIPTION

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BRT knob :

Brightens or dims the CRT.

This rotary control does not allow switching ON or OFF of the CDU.

Cathode ray tube :

The CRT contains 14 lines.

The top line is a title line.
The bottom line is the scratchpad.

Alphanumeric keys :

The pressing of any alpha or numeric key causes that symbol to appear in the
scratchpad area.

Line select keys :

They provide entry of data from the scratchpad into the selected CRT line.
They provide access to data or the fonction associated with the LSK line.
If an LSK has no information adjacent to it, pressing the LSK is assumed non operative
and the message NOT ALLOWED is displayed in the scratchpad.

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Mode keys.

1 - DIR (direct) :

Allows insertion of a direct leg to a WPT into the F-PLN.

DIR TO prompt is displayed in line 3.

This fixed WPT can be selected from the active F-PLN via an adjacent LS key or it
can be manually entered by the crew through the scratchpad.

2 - Mode :

Allows the selection of the strategic mode available for all the remaining part of the
flight.

Gives prediction of time (GMT if clock available) and estimated fuel on board
(EFBO) at destination for the different strategic modes.

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1 - TACT mode (tactical mode):

For climb and descent phases only, allows the crew to know at which time and
distance, and altitude will be intercepted for the selected strategic mode and two
tactical modes.

In CRZ only activation (without prediction) is possible for MAX endurance or manual
speed.

2 - INIT (initial) :
Allows initialization of the FMC by :

- selecting a route
- making IRS alignment
- entering weight data.

This INIT page cannot be accessed in flight.

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1 - REF (reference) :

Allows access to different pages used to :

- see A/C status,

- make tests,
- see sensor status,
- see definitions of navaids and waypoints,
- AIDS connections.

2 - F-PLN (flight plan) :

Before take off or in flight, allows the reviewing of F-PLN and time, speed and
altitude WPT by WPT throughout the flight plan.

The F-PLN page B is then displayed by pressing NEXT PAGE key.

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1 - T/O APP (take off/approach) :

Displays parameters of special interest to the flight crew during take off and
approach phase.

2 - SEC F-PLN (second flight plan) :

Allows revision as with the active flight plan plus prediction on the flight plan for any
selected performance mode.

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1 - ENG OUT (engine out) :

Allows the ENGINE OUT procedure.

The ENGINE OUT key does not have a specific associated page but modifies the
contents of :

- F-PLN page
- SEC F-PLN page
- MODE.

2 - PROG (progress) :

Allows :

- to enter an OFFSET,
- to have altitude and navigation data,
- to access the FUEL PRED and DES FORECAST page.

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Function keys.

Next page :

Displays a second page when the → symbol is adjacent to the title.

↑ ↓ (scroll keys) :

When the data page is more longer than the screen, it can be slewed (↑ up, ↓ down)
with these keys.

CLR (clear) :

The CLEAR key can be used to erase errors from the scratchpad.

The first press clears the last character, the second press clears the next
character etc...

The last press inserts CLEAR at the left of the scratchpad.

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Annunciator.

Display :

Illuminates amber when the page displayed on the CDU does not coincide with the
active situation in the FMC.

MSG (message) :

Illuminates amber when a message is displayed.

The message appears on the scratchpad.

FAIL :

Illuminates red in case of FMC or CDU failure.

In addition the CRT is blanked.

OFST (offset) :

Illuminates amber when a lateral OFFSET has been selected on the progress page.

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TEST FROM CDU

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1 - The REF key has been pressed.

You can :

- Access to sensor status.

- Perform some tests.

2 - The STATUS LS key has been pressed on REF page.

The failed sensors are displayed for the present flight and the previous five flights.

3 - The NEXT PAGE key has been pressed.

The failed sensors of the previous flight are displayed.

4 - The NEXT PAGE key has been pressed.

Last flight stored.

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1 - The MAINT LS key has been pressed on REF page.

You can perform the tests displayed.

2 - The SELF TEST LS key has been pressed.

3 - The ANN TEST LS key has been pressed.

You can select CANCEL LS key to finish the test.
If CANCEL LS key is not selected, the annunciators lights turn OFF automatically
after ten seconds.
The CANCEL LS key has been pressed.

4 - The TEST PATTERN LS key has been pressed.

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1 - The RETURN LS key has been pressed.

2 - The KEY TEST LS key has been pressed.

To realize the KEY TEST, follow the instructions displayed by the CDU or press
Å key to stop.

3 - The 1L LS key has been pressed.

4 - The DIR key has been pressed.

End of the test.
(Actually all the CDU keys may be tested).

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FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM : THE COMPUTER

Location

Description

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LOCATION

FMC1 and FMC2 are respectively located on rack 80VU, shelf 83VU and rack 80VU,
shelf 84VU in the avionic compartment.

DESCRIPTION

On the front face are present :

- A ball-type failure indicator (FMC FAIL), indicates a power monitor

failure,
or a software failure.

- An elapsed time counter.

- A test pushbutton to initiate the internal self test of the FMC.

- A reset P/B that enables the failure indicator to be reset.

- 2 connectors J1 and J2 for external access to circuit test points.

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INTERFACES

CDU

Data Loader

ACARS

EFIS

IRS

ADC

VOR

DME

ILS

FAC

FCC

TCC

FCU

TRP

FQ

FF

AIDS

Clocks

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CDU

CDU connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

Dual mode of operation :

(normal mode) FMC’s are connected via crosstalk.
MASTER FMC controls the critical functions of the SLAVE FMC.

Independent mode of operation :

(crosstalk failure or discrepancy between FMC’s data base).
CDU’s are independent.

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DATA LOADER

Data loader connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

This interface allows updating of the DATA BASE for each FMC every 28 days.

ACARS

ACARS connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

The ACARS allows to load flight plan when the plane is flying.

EFIS

EFIS connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

FMC1 operates in compliance with CAPT EFIS control panel.

FMC2 with F/O control panel.

FMC’s transmit two types of data :

- dynamic such as location...

- static to represent the various symbols of the flight plan.

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IRS

IRS connected to FMC via ARINC 429 high speed.

FMC → IRS : Before departure, the IRS’s must be aligned through an FMC procedure.

IRS → FMC : Each IRS gives an inertial A/C position to each FMC.
Then the FMC computes a triple mix inertial A/C position.
This position is updated with the DME information.

ADC

ADC connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

The ADC transmits pressure altitude, Mach, calibrated airspeed, true airspeed, total air
temperature and static air temperature.

Normal use :

- ADC1 feeds FMC1,

- ADC2 feeds FMC2.

Each ADC can feed both FMC’s in case of failure of one ADC.

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VOR

VOR connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

Used for position update.

First the FMC transmits navaid frequency.

Then VOR sends the corresponding bearing.

The FMC selects navaid :

- among data base,

- one entering by the crew.

DME

DME connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

Used for position updating.

First the FMC transmits a tuning word.

Then DME sends the corresponding frequency and the slant distance.

The FMC selects navaids :

- among data base,

- one entering by the crew.

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ILS

ILS connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

ILS transmits :

- ILS frequency,
- localizer deviation.

The ILS receivers are always manually tuned by the ILS frequency selector and the ILS
panel.

FAC

FAC connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

Transmits to each FMC :

- Vls (V lowest selectable speed),

- Vmax (V max selectable speed),
- slats, flaps position.

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FCC

FCC connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

The FMC controls via the horizontal navigation via the FCC.

TCC

TCC connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

The thrust limit is calculated by TCC and transmits to FMC.

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FCU

FCU connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

FCU transmits data to FMC.

TRP

TRP connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

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FQ

FQ connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

FQ (Fuel Quantity) is used in the performance calculation.

FF

FF connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

FF (Fuel Flow) is used in the performance calculation.

AIDS

AIDS connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

FMC sends the flight number and date of selected DATA BASE to AIDS.

CLOCKS

Clocks connected to FMC via ARINC 429 low speed.

Greenwich Mean Time and date are used by the FMC’s.

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FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: The DATA-LOADER.
Magnetic Tape: Data Recorder.

Floppy Disk: Data Loader.

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MAGNETIC TAPE: DATA RECORDER

The DATA BASE LOADER for the FMC, is a light weight portable entry device used to
transfer data from a magnetic tape to the memory of the FMC.

Updating of the DATA BASE is performed in a 28-day cycle, using the DATA BASE
LOADER, in about 5 minutes for each FMC.

The unit is self contained and recieves power via the cable connecting the loader to the
FMC. A Heater & Fan within the unit maintain it at an acceptable operating temperature
when power is applied.

The front face of the unit includes:

- a CONNECTOR SOCKET,

- a FUNCTION SWITCH,

- 7 LAMPS (ON....DATA),

- a POWER SWITCH,

- a TAPE CARTRIDGE STOWAGE,

- an EJECT KNOB,

- 2 FUSES.

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FLOPPY DISK: DATA RECORDER.

The data loader for the FMC is a 3.5 inches floppy disk drive system used to transfer
data from diskettes to the FMC database.

Updating of the DATA BASE is performed in a 28-day cycle, using the DATA BASE
LOADER, in about 5 minutes for each FMC.

This ARINC 615 data loader uses a high speed ARINC 429 data bus.

Thus, the data loader is connected to the ARINC 429 data bus through an interface
cable (15 ft / 3.6 m) and a special ARINC 615 to 603 adaptator.

The disk drive is protected by a lid and composed of the disk housing, and eject
pushbutton, a disk drive activity indicator and seven status indicators:

- PROG : Transfer in progress

- CHNG : Change disk

- COMP : Transfer complete,

- RDY : Ready,

- XFER : Data transfer failure,

- R/W : Read/Write error,

- HRDW : Hardware malfunction.

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FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM:THE DATA LOADER

Magnetic tape data loader.

Floppy disc data loader.

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CAUTION: Before connecting loom between data loader and the rear panel 120VU, you
must perform the following actions in order to avoid electrical arcs between
the devices. On overhead circuit brekear panel 21VU, open FMS SYS1 (2)
SUPPLY circuit breaker 4CK1 (2) and FMS SYS1(2) dim circuit breaker
5CK1 (2) (location 101/111 to J14).

THE MAGNETIC TAPE DATA LOADER

OPERATIONS

1) Connect the cable between the unit and the appropriate FMC loader connector (on
the maintenance panel).

2) Set the FUNCTION switch to position 1, and insert the tape cartridge. Turn the
power on.

3) If the temperature is within limits, the loader performs self test, and upon successful
completion of the test starts loading the data tape. READY lamp is lit when the self
test is completed.

4) The XFRINPROG lamp is lit when the data tape is being read. After tape is read, it
is rewound to the beginning and the XFRCOMPL lamplights. The data is now loaded.

5) Eject the cartridge, turn the power off and disconnect the connector cable.

CAUTION:

When the tape cartridge is removed, NEVER place it on operating electronic or

electrical equipment, this could destroy the tape contents.

FAILURES

Failures are indicated by lamps on the front panel.

The UNIT FAIL lamp is lit if the unit fails, a self test or an abnormal condition exists.

The READ FAIL lamp is lit when 20 attemps to read the same block of data is
unsuccessful and the tape is rewound.

The DATAXFRFAIL lamp is lit when an interface communications error exists and the
tape is rewound.

Selftest can be initiated by placing the FUNCTION switch to "SELFTEST" priorto

power MAP. When power is applied, the unit initiates the self test routine which
can be terminated only when the operator turns the power off.

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THE FLOPPY DISC DATA LOADER

OPERATIONS

1) Connect the cable between the unit and the appropriate FMC loader connector (on
the maintenance panel).

2) On data loader, check that power switch is at OFF. Connect loom to data loader
socket; then connect "special" adaptor and set power switch to ON.

3)Insert the floppy disk. Check that all lights flash. When they stop flashing, the RDY
and PROG indicators come ON. Between 10 and 40 minutes later, the RDY and PROG
lights go off and the COMP indicator light comes ON.

4)Eject the floppy disk.

5)Place the power switch to OFF. On panel 21VU, open circuit breakers 4CK1(2) and
5CK1(2) and disconnect "special" adaptor on lateral panel 120VU.

CAUTION:

When the floppy disk is removed, NEVER place it on operating electronic or electrical
equipment, this could destroy the diskette contents.

FAILURES

Failures are indicated by lamps on the front panel.

The HRDW lamp lits if the unit fails.

The R/W lamp lits when the data loader cannot read data on the floppy disk or cannot
write data into the FMS data bank.

The XFER lamp lits when an interface communication error exists.

Self test:

A self test is automatically initiated when switching on the data loader. The related
failure indicators lit up if any failure is detected.

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FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM : THE LOADING CONNECTORS

Location

Description

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LOCATION

The connectors for the DATA BASE LOADER are on the maintenance panel (470VU).

The connector for sys 1 is the 6 CK1 & for SYS 2, it is the 6 CK2.

DESCRIPTION

Those connectors enable the connection of a loader to update the data base every 28
days.

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