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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Subject Page
PROPRIETARY NOTICE............................................................................................................................... i
RECORD OF REVISIONS ............................................................................................................................ ii
RECORD OF TEMPORARY REVISIONS................................................................................................... iii
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................. iv
LIST OF FIGURES ...................................................................................................................................... vi
LIST OF TABLES ....................................................................................................................................... vii
1.0 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................1-1
1.1. General.....................................................................................................................................1-1
1.1.1. Private Branch Exchange Options ...................................................................................1-1
1.1.2. Handsets .............................................................................................................................1-2
1.1.3. Data Options .......................................................................................................................1-2
1.1.4. Wi-Fi Options ......................................................................................................................1-3
1.1.5. Mounting and Testing ........................................................................................................1-3
1.2. Unpacking................................................................................................................................1-4
1.3. Planning...................................................................................................................................1-4
1.4. List of Abbreviations and Acronyms ....................................................................................1-4
1.5. Advisories................................................................................................................................1-5
1.6. List of Related Publications...................................................................................................1-6
2.0 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION..........................................................................................2-1
2.1. Introduction and Overview ....................................................................................................2-1
2.2. Internet Protocol and Data System Concepts .....................................................................2-1
2.2.1. DHCP ...................................................................................................................................2-2
2.2.2. Routing ................................................................................................................................2-2
2.2.3. LAN vs WAN........................................................................................................................2-2
2.3. Aircell SBB with Aircell Axxess Handsets Configuration ..................................................2-3
2.3.1. Overview..............................................................................................................................2-3
2.3.2. Description..........................................................................................................................2-4
2.3.3. Features and Benefits........................................................................................................2-4
2.4. Aircell SBB with Aircell Axxess Configuration....................................................................2-5
2.4.1. Overview..............................................................................................................................2-5
2.4.2. Description..........................................................................................................................2-5
2.4.3. Features and Benefits........................................................................................................2-6
2.5. Aircell Handset Interface (AHI-1) Variations ........................................................................2-6
2.5.1. SBU PBX with AHI-1 and CTR ...........................................................................................2-7
2.5.2. SBU PBX with AHI-1 and No CTR .....................................................................................2-7
2.5.3. Aircell Axxess PBX and CTR with AHI-1..........................................................................2-8
2.5.4. Dual PBX with AHI-1...........................................................................................................2-8
2.6. Wi-Fi Variations.......................................................................................................................2-9
2.6.1. SBB with Aircell Axxess Handsets Configuration Wi-Fi Variation................................2-9
2.6.2. SBB with Aircell Axxess Handsets Configuration Wi-Fi Variation and No CTR..........2-9
2.6.3. SBB with Aircell Axxess Configuration Wi-Fi Variation ...............................................2-10
2.7. DHCP Variations ...................................................................................................................2-10
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2.7.1. DHCP Server Variation of the SBB with Aircell Axxess Configuration ......................2-10
3.0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES .............................................................................................3-1
3.1. Planning...................................................................................................................................3-1
3.2. Equipment Location ...............................................................................................................3-1
3.3. Cable Routing .........................................................................................................................3-1
3.4. Component Location..............................................................................................................3-1
3.5. Cabling.....................................................................................................................................3-1
4.0 PROVISIONING, SETUP and TESTING .................................................................................4-1
4.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................4-1
4.2. Configuring a CTR Connected to the SBU...........................................................................4-1
4.2.1. Configuring a New CTR for the SBU ................................................................................4-1
4.3. Aircell Corded Handset Mode Configuration.......................................................................4-6
4.3.1. Handset Mode Configuration Using Handset Menus .....................................................4-6
4.3.2. Handset Mode Configuration Using Laptop ....................................................................4-8
5.0 CLEANING ...............................................................................................................................5-1
5.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................5-1
5.2. Recommended Cleaning Materials .......................................................................................5-1
5.3. Procedure ................................................................................................................................5-1
6.0 FITS AND CLEARANCES .......................................................................................................6-1
6.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................6-1
7.0 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................7-1
7.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................7-1
8.0 SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT .................................................................8-1
8.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................8-1
8.2. Aircell SBB System Configuration using Ethernet Interface .............................................8-1
9.0 PARTS LIST .............................................................................................................................9-1
9.1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................9-1
10.0 WIRING DIAGRAMS..............................................................................................................10-1
10.1. Wiring Diagrams ...................................................................................................................10-1
10.2. Aircell SwiftBroadband System with Aircell Axxess® Handsets .....................................10-1
10.3. Aircell SwiftBroadband System with Aircell Axxess System ..........................................10-1
Appendix A: Aircell SBB System Instructions for Continued Airworthiness................................... A-1
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure Title Page
Figure 2.2. Aircell SBB System with Aircell Axxess System........................................................2-5
Figure 3.1. Shield Ground Termination...........................................................................................3-2
Figure 4.1 Phone Status Screen at First Power-Up ....................................................................4-10
Figure 4.2 Configurations Screen at First Power-Up .................................................................4-10
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LIST OF TABLES
Table Title Page
Table 1.1. Aircell Handset Available Features Based on Mode.......................................................1-2
Table 2.1. Primary Configuration Feature Comparison ...................................................................2-1
Table 2.2. Aircell SBB System Primary Configurations Status Summary .....................................2-3
Table 2.3. Aircell SBB System Wi-Fi Variations Settings Summary...............................................2-7
Table 2.4. Aircell SBB System Wi-Fi and DHCP Variations Settings Summary ............................2-9
Table 4.1 Handset Parameters...........................................................................................................4-7
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1. General
This installation manual (Aircell SwiftBroadband Manual Number D13697) provides the necessary
supplementary information to complete the installation and configuration of an Aircell SwiftBroadband
(SBB) system. Most of the basic installation and configuration data is included in other system and
component installation manuals referenced in Section 1.6, List of Related Publications. Throughout this
document, numerous references will be made to these other manuals. It is therefore important to have all
the manuals for all components and subsystems available prior to planning and executing any final
system installation.
Aircell SBB adds Inmarsat connectivity to aircraft with a lightweight, easy to install, and highly
configurable system. The basic element of SBB is the SwiftBroadband Unit (SBU). The SBU can provide
one voice channel and a high speed data connection for one or more users via the Inmarsat satellite
system. Data rates up to 332 kbps are possible using an Intermediate Gain Antenna (IGA) while up to
432 kbps are possible when using a High Gain Antenna (HGA). In addition to the SBU and an antenna,
another required component is the High Power Amplifier/Low Noise Amplifier/Diplexer (HPA/LNA/Diplexer
or HLD) that is installed between the SBU and the antenna of choice. When installed on an aircraft that
integrates the Aircell Axxess system for Iridium satellite network voice service, additional filters will be
required. Further details regarding the filter and its use can be found in the Aircell Axxess installation
manual referenced in Section 1.6. The final required component is the Configuration Module (CM). This
removable device resides in the SBU and retains configuration settings for a specific installation. It
remains with the aircraft in the event that an SBU requires replacement. The basic SBB system “kit” from
Aircell contains the SBU, HLD and CM and carries the part number P14295-001.
The Aircell SBB components can be integrated with various components of the Aircell Axxess system to
provide the airborne telecommunications capabilities that any customer requires. As a result, there are
numerous configurations for the SBB system depending on these requirements. All these configurations
are fully digital in that the primary connection mechanism between components is Ethernet using one or
two Local Area Networks (LAN) depending on the complexity of the installation. Section 2.0 of this
document provides descriptions and details along with features and benefits of the most common
configurations as well as several variations that may be requested. Wiring diagrams for all the
configurations and variations are in Section 10 of this document and will be referenced in the
descriptions. The correct usage of Local Area Network (LAN) or Wide Area Network (WAN) ports on the
various components is critical to proper operation of the SBB system. Particular care must be taken to
make the correct connections as shown in the wiring diagrams to avoid unnecessary problems when
performing final testing of the installation.
1.1.1. Private Branch Exchange Options

The Aircell Axxess system Private Branch Exchange (PBX) provides for two or four voice channels over
the Iridium satellite network providing full global coverage at low per-minute costs. Up to ten Aircell
handsets can be accommodated with a full set of system calling features. More details on the Aircell
Axxess PBX are described in the Aircell Axxess system installation manual referenced in Section 1.6.
The SBU contains a PBX as well that can provide one voice channel over the Inmarsat satellite network
with near global coverage. Aircell handsets can be connected using the CTR and/or the Aircell Handset
Interface (AHI-1) as described later in this document. More specific details regarding the SBU PBX are
available in the SBU installation manual referenced in Section 1.6. An Aircell SBB system can utilize
either or both of these PBX’s depending on a customer’s needs for cost management, coverage, and
redundancy. At this time, however, any single Aircell handset can only be configured for one PBX or the
other. An installation that includes both PBXs will need to have separate sets of Aircell handsets
configured for each PBX. Extension-to-extension calls between PBXs are not possible at this time.
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Details and benefits of various PBX configurations are covered more thoroughly in Section 2.0 of
document.
1.1.2. Handsets
All configurations in this manual incorporate Aircell handsets that are described in the Aircell Axxess
Installation Manual referenced in Section 1.6. Aircell handsets include a selectable mode feature so they
can be connected to either the Aircell Axxess PBX or the SBU PBX. The process for changing between
Aircell Axxess mode and SwiftBroadband mode is described in Section 4.0. Once a handset is
configured for one PBX, it cannot be used on the other PBX until the mode setting is changed. The
following table shows the feature set differences between Aircell Axxess and SwiftBroadband modes.
Aircell Axxess
Handset Features Mode SBB Mode
Call transfer 9 9
Conference call 9
Call HOLD 9 9
Call Mute 9 9
Call ID 9 9
3-way Conference calling 9
Store phone # in handset phone book 9 9
One touch speed dial 9
Ear piece volume adjust with headset 9 9
Ear piece volume adjust with out headset 9 9
Ring groups 9
Do not disturb 9
Call Queuing - FCN + 7 9
Call Pickup - FCN + 9 9
Call Waiting 9 9
Caller ID 9
Table 1.1. Aircell Handset Available Features Based on Mode
Aircell’s Ethernet-based handsets require a Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) connection to the system’s LAN
interfaces. There are two ways to accomplish this. The first is to use the Aircell Cabin
Telecommunications Router (CTR) regardless of which PBX will be primary to the installation. The
alternative is to use one or more Aircell AHI-1s to provide the necessary PoE connection to either PBX.
Further details on the various configurations involving the CTR and AHI-1 are provided in Section 2.0. In
addition, much more information on the use of either device can be found in the Aircell Axxess installation
manual referenced in Section 1.6.
1.1.3. Data Options

It is entirely possible to install and use an Aircell SBB system strictly for high speed data use. In its basic
form with no options, the SBU can only provide a high speed data connection via Inmarsat to a single
user with one exception as defined below. In virtually all cases, this will not be adequate. In order to
facilitate multiple data users on the SBU, as well as to accommodate multiple Aircell handsets connected
to the SBU PBX if it is used, the SBU must have the “Routing Option” installed and enabled. The Aircell
SBB “kit” that includes the routing option is part number P14295-002. Note that this is an extra cost
option and must be included at the time of ordering. Enabling the routing option will entail the use of a

“FLEX Key” which is essentially a password from the manufacturer that is required to access options in
the SBU. For details on the routing option and the FLEX Key, see the SBU installation manual
referenced in Section 1.6. Further information about routing is in Section 2.0 and the descriptions of the
various SBB system configurations in that section specify under what circumstances the routing option is
required and when it must be enabled or disabled.
The exception mentioned in the previous paragraph concerns installations involving the Aircell CTR and
where the SBU is only used for Inmarsat high speed data purposes. If all the data users are connected to
the CTR only, either wired or via Wi-Fi, the routing option is not required and does not have to be enabled
in the SBU. This can represent a significant cost savings for the customer. See Section 2.4 for specific
details.
1.1.4. Wi-Fi Options

The most convenient way to access the high speed data connection in an Aircell SBB system will be for
data devices such as laptop computers and Personal Electronic Devices (PED) to connect through a
Wireless Access Point (WAP). The Aircell CTR is ideal for this as its built-in Wi-Fi antennas preclude the
need to install additional antennas and cabling in the cabin. Since the CTR also provides multiple PoE
ports for Aircell handsets, it represents the most economical method to provide both PBX capability for
voice calls and a simple way to provide Wi-Fi connectivity in the aircraft cabin.
Alternatively, the SBU can be ordered with a “Wi-Fi Option” so that the SBU can serve as the WAP in the
aircraft cabin. The Aircell SBB “kit” that includes the Wi-Fi option is part number P14295-003. This will
require the installation of individual Wi-Fi antennas and associated cabling in the cabin. Note that Wi-Fi
capability is an extra cost option for the SBU and must be included at the time of ordering. Enabling the
Wi-Fi option will entail the use of a “FLEX Key” which is essentially a password from the manufacturer
that is required to access options in the SBU. For details on the Wi-Fi option and the FLEX Key, see the
SBU installation manual referenced in Section 1.6. Further information about Wi-Fi capability is in
Section 2.0 and the descriptions of the various SBB system configurations in that section contain
examples of using the SBU Wi-Fi option and define whether it must be enabled or disabled. Finally, the
Aircell SBB system “kit” that includes both the routing and the Wi-Fi options is part number P14295-004.
1.1.5. Mounting and Testing

Details for mounting and testing the Aircell SBB system are found primarily in the Aircell Axxess and SBU
installation manuals listed in Section 1.6. Any additional testing information necessary for an integrated
system is in Section 4.0 of this document.
Note
The material in this manual is subject to change. Before planning or performing any installation operation,
check with Aircell www.Aircelldealers.com Dealer Info website to verify that this manual is complete and is
the latest revision. The Record of Revisions, Record of Temporary Revisions, Service Bulletin List, and List
of Effective Pages found at the front of this manual must match that issued as current by Aircell.
www.Aircelldealers.com will have additional information that may be useful such as, Technical Bulletins
and Tech Tips and Installation and Troubleshooting Tips.
Aircell welcomes your comments, suggestions, and corrections concerning this manual. Please include
in your correspondence the publication number, equipment part number, page or figure number, and a
brief description of any problem or consideration you noted. Please send your comments to:

cpc@Aircell.com
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1.2. Unpacking
Unpack the equipment carefully to save and ensure the integrity of the shipping package. Inspect each
component for possible shipping damage. Report any damage to Aircell immediately. Use original
packing material to return equipment to Aircell.
1.3. Planning
Proper and careful planning is essential for reliable system performance and ease of maintenance. The
following are some considerations to follow when planning the installation:
Æ Study this manual carefully to get the complete picture of the installation process.
Æ Visit www.Aircelldealers.com for additional information that may be useful, such as Technical Bulletins
and Tech Tips and Installation and Troubleshooting Tips.
Æ Plan the location of the required equipment to ensure that the cable restrictions are met.
Æ Verify that adequate airflow is provided for equipment cooling.
Æ Check cable routing, connector access (90 degree or straight), and determine cable lengths.
Æ Ensure easy accessibility to connectors for future repairs.
Æ Plan rack or tray layout to accommodate dual (side-by-side) equipment mounting.
1.4. List of Abbreviations and Acronyms
A Ampere LAN Local Area Network

AC Advisory Circular mA milliampere = .001 of an ampere
AHI-1 Aircell Axxess Handset Interface-1 MHz Megahertz
AWG American Wire Gauge MIL Military
CFR Code of Federal Regulations OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
CTR Cabin Telecommunications Router P/N Part Number
dB Decibel PBX Private Branch Exchange
DC Direct Current PED Personal Electronic Devices
DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol PoE Power over Ethernet
DITS Digital Information Transfer System RF Radio Frequency
FAA Federal Aviation Administration RMA Return Material Authorization
FAR Federal Aviation Regulation SAE Society of Automotive Engineers
FCC Federal Communications Commission SBB SwiftBroadband
GHz Gigahertz SBU SwiftBroadband Unit
GUI Graphical User Interface SIU Satellite Interface Unit
HSD High Speed Data STC Supplemental Type Certificate
HGA High Gain Antenna TC Type Certificate

1.4. List of Abbreviations and Acronyms (continued)
HLD High Power Amplifier / Low Power V Volts

Amplifier / Diplexer
ICD Interface Control Drawing VDC Volts Direct Current
IGA Intermediate Gain Antenna WAN Wide Area Network
IP Internet Protocol WAP Wireless Access Point
DO-160F Environmental conditions and test procedures for airborne equipment development are produced by
RTCA. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) generally accepts these conditions and
procedures.
RTCA Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics: a private, not-for-profit corporation that brings industry
and government together to address the needs of the aeronautical community.
1.5. Advisories
WARNING
Statements in this Section contain critical safety information. Read these statements carefully
before installing this unit.
WARNING
Observe standard safety precautions and wear safety glasses to prevent personal injury while
installing this unit in the aircraft.
WARNING
Shut off power before connecting or disconnecting the ATG 4000 Components (Aircell ATG 4000
system), as voltage transients may damage the unit or the interface wiring.
WARNING
Follow the manufacturer’s safety guidelines when using any solvents, epoxies, flammable liquids,
or any other materials during the installation processes. Some of these products are toxic to the
skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Avoid prolonged contact and use only in well-ventilated areas.
WARNING
Components or subassemblies found in this unit may contain materials such as beryllium oxide,
acids, lithium, radioactive material, mercury, etc. that can be hazardous to your health. If the
component enclosure seal is broken, precautions must be taken against personal contact or
inhalation in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
requirements 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.1000 or superseding documents.
CAUTION
Use Isopropyl Alcohol carefully as it may react with some plastics in the area. Isopropyl Alcohol
should be used to clean connector contacts and metal parts (if required).

1.6. List of Related Publications
The following list includes related publications for installation of the Aircell SwiftBroadband
systems:
Publication Publication Number
Aircell Antenna Installation Manual Aircell 800-10355
Aircell Axxess® Installation Manual Aircell D12004
Thrane & Thrane Aero SB Lite Installation Manual Thrane & Thrane TT98-127093
Thrane & Thrane Aero SB Lite User Guide Thrane & Thrane TT98-127719
Thrane & Thrane Intermediate Gain Antenna Installation Manual Thrane & Thrane TT98-128279
Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Alterations* FAA Advisory Circular (AC)
43.13-2A
Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Inspection FAA AC 43.13-1B

and Repair*
Mark 33 Digital Information Transfer System (DITS) ARINC 429
Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne RTCA DO-160F

Equipment
Shield Termination, Solder Style, Insulate, Heat-Shrinkable, Society of Automotive Engineers

Environment Resistant, General Specification For (SAE) AS83519
Aerospace Systems Electrical Bonding and Grounding for SAE ARP1870

Electromagnetic Compatibility

2.0 DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
2.1. Introduction and Overview
There are many possible variations of Aircell SBB systems depending on a customer’s needs. But the
final system configuration will likely be one of two primary configurations or a variation on one of these. In
summary, the primary configurations are as follows:
1) The first configuration, Aircell SwiftBroadband with Aircell Axxess® Handsets, is an Inmarsat-
only system using the Aircell CTR to provide the handset interface to the SBU PBX.
2) The second configuration, Aircell SwiftBroadband with Aircell Axxess, is an integrated system
including a full Aircell Axxess system to provide voice service over Iridium and high-speed
data and optional voice over Inmarsat.
The following table compares the basic features of each of the primary configurations of the Aircell
SwiftBroadband systems:
Primary Configuration with Aircell Axxess
with Aircell Axxess System
Handsets
Voice Channels 1 2–5
Data Speed, IGA </= 332 kbps </= 332 kbps
Data Speed, HGA </= 432 kbps </= 432 kbps
Maximum Handsets 16 10
Wi-Fi Handsets No Yes
ACARS No Yes
Table 2.1. Primary Configuration Feature Comparison
This section of the installation manual contains subsections describing both of these primary
configurations in detail along with features and benefits and reference to detailed wiring diagrams that will
be found in Section 10. Following these descriptions, additional subsections will describe common
variations in detail again with features and benefits plus reference to wiring diagrams.
Note that these configurations and the associated wiring diagrams are only representative of specific
installations and are meant to provide suggested component interconnections. This list is not all inclusive
and other configurations are possible. Any configuration, whether depicted here or not, may be
discussed with Aircell Technical Support personnel to verify plausibility and interconnection details.
2.2. Internet Protocol and Data System Concepts

All configurations and variations of the Aircell SBB system utilize Ethernet as the primary interconnection
mechanism between system components (other than RF). Because most SBB system installations will
combine elements from formerly unique Iridium and Inmarsat-based systems, there are numerous
Internet Protocol (IP) or data system concepts that must be understood and taken into account to prevent
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problems in the final system. The following subsections introduce and provide overviews of these
concepts. Any questions should be directed to Aircell Technical Support.
2.2.1. DHCP
In any Ethernet-based data system, whether a home computer network, a large corporate office network,
or on an aircraft, individual devices identify each other using digital “addresses”. Each physical device
has an assigned Media Access Control (MAC) address and these are used as the primary identifying
means in a local network. When devices need to communicate beyond the local network, to connect to
the Internet via Inmarsat for example, another level of addressing is used that involves Internet Protocol
or IP addresses. In some cases these addresses are pre-assigned and fixed. These are termed “static
IP addresses”. The SBU is an example of a device with a static IP address. Other devices on the
aircraft’s network, especially devices such as Aircell handsets and individual user’s laptops or PEDs, are
assigned addresses during or after system power-up. These are termed “dynamic IP addresses”. In
each individual network of a data system, only one device can act as the source of dynamic IP
addresses. This device is termed the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server.
In previously separate SBU-based or Aircell Axxess®-based telecom systems, one device is typically the
default DHCP server. When these systems, or components thereof, are integrated to create an Aircell
SBB system it will often be necessary to turn off the DHCP function in one or more devices. Two devices
on the same network both trying to assign IP addresses to other devices, will likely cause a conflict that
will impair proper operation. The procedure for doing this is defined in either the SBU installation manual
or the Aircell Axxess installation manual referenced in Section 1.6 depending on whether the device is
part of the SBU or Aircell Axxess systems respectively. In subsequent sections of this manual, reference
will be made to “enabling” or “disabling” DHCP in a device to indicate if the DHCP server function is
turned on or off respectively.
2.2.2. Routing
In simple terms, routing is the passing of packets of data from one network to another. The physical
process of passing data packets is handled by devices termed routers. Quite often many routers are
involved in the path that data packets take from a source to a final destination. The connection from a
single laptop to a website over the Internet is a typical example of routers and routing. In the SBB system
context however, routing refers to an SBU function that allows multiple users to access a single high-
speed data connection and/or multiple Aircell handsets to access the PBX. The routing function is an
extra cost option in the SBU that must be specified at the time of ordering. With the possible exception of
a single-user, data-only system, all Aircell SBB system configurations and variations will require the
routing option on the SBU to be enabled. In subsequent sections of this manual, reference will be made
to “enabling” or “disabling” routing in the SBU to indicate if the router function is turned on or off
respectively. The procedure for doing this is defined in the SBU installation manual referenced in Section
1.6.
2.2.3. LAN vs WAN

Most of the Ethernet connections between components of the SBB system are Local Area Network or
LAN connections. All components or devices on a single LAN are sharing the same IP address subnet.
Therefore, devices with static IP addresses must have an IP address within the defined range of that
subnet. Only one device can serve as the DHCP server on that subnet and it will allocate dynamic IP
addresses within the same defined range.
In some cases it is necessary for devices on one network to communicate to destinations on other
networks. To accomplish this, a Wide Area Network or WAN interface is used between separate
subnetworks or LANs. An example of this in the context of the SBB system is when laptop computers or
PEDs connected to the Aircell CTR need to interface to the Internet over Inmarsat via the SBU. Under
these circumstances, the Ethernet connection from the SBU goes to the Wide Area Network or WAN port
on the Aircell CTR. This allows the CTR to define dynamic IP addresses for devices such as laptops

connected via Wi-Fi while avoiding conflicts with the static IP address of the SBU or the IP address of the
Inmarsat Internet connection, both of which use a different IP address range from the CTR. This WAN
connection is shown in Drawing #13683 in Section 10 of this document.
Configurable Item with Aircell Axxess
with Aircell Axxess System
Handsets
Section Number 2.3.2 2.4.2
CTR DHCP Disabled Enabled
CTR Wi-Fi Enabled Enabled
SBU DHCP Enabled Enabled
SBU Wi-Fi Disabled Disabled
Enabled or Disabled (See

SBU Routing Enabled
Details)
ST 4200 DHCP N/A Disabled
Handset Mode SwiftBroadband Mode Aircell Axxess Mode
Table 2.2. Aircell SBB System Primary Configurations Status Summary
2.3. Aircell SBB with Aircell Axxess Handsets Configuration
2.3.1. Overview
The SBB with Aircell Axxess® Handsets configuration of the Aircell SBB system uses the SBU and the
CTR from the Aircell Axxess system. This is an Inmarsat only system for both voice calls and high speed
data connections. A wiring diagram for this configuration with specific pinout details is shown in Aircell
Drawing Number D13682 in Section 10.0 of this document. Figure 2.1 below shows a generic block
diagram for this configuration.

Intermediate
Gain Antenna
Aircell
SwiftBroadband
Unit (SBU)
L‐Band
Ethernet L‐Band
Aircell High Power Amp /
Aircell Cabin Low Noise Amp / Diplexer
Telecommunications (HLD)
Router (CTR)
PTA12
Headset Audio Panel POTS Telephone Adapter FAX
Figure 2.1. Aircell SBB System with Aircell Axxess Handsets
2.3.2. Description
The CTR serves multiple purposes in this configurationration including providing PoE connections for Aircell
wired handsets, Wi-Fi connectivity to data devices such as laptop computers and PDAs, as well as LAN
switching functionality. As shown in the diagram above, the CTR is connected to the SBU’s LAN via a
wired Ethernet connection. The CTR must have its DHCP function disabled. Wi-Fi must be enabled if
that function is desired in an installation. Refer to the Aircell Axxess Installation Manual listed in Section
1.6 of this document for the procedure on how to configure DHCP and Wi-Fi in the CTR.
The SBU serves as the PBX, providing a single voice channel from the aircraft, and the primary DHCP
server for this configuration and any variations. The SBU must have its routing function enabled and its
Wi-Fi function disabled. Refer to the SBU Installation Manual listed in Section 1.6 of this document for
the procedure on how to configure these functions in the SBU.
The first time that an installation of this category is powered on with a new CTR, a specific sequence of
steps must be followed to avoid IP addressing conflicts on the LAN. This sequence is described in
Section 4.0 of this document. The Aircell corded handsets connected to the CTR in this configuration
must be set for “SwiftBroadband” mode. The procedure for configuring the handsets is described in
Section 4.0 of this document.
2.3.3. Features and Benefits

- This configuration Aircell SBB system is an Inmarsat-only system that provides near global
coverage for voice calls and high-speed data.
- This is the perfect solution for users needing only a single voice channel on the aircraft that spend
a significant amount of time traveling internationally.

- The use of the CTR from the Aircell Axxess® system provides PoE to the Aircell handsets plus
Wi-Fi capability.
- SIP Ethernet-based handsets in multiple colors with full color display, noise cancelling
microphones, speed dial capabilities, and a 2.5 mm jack for a separate hands-free device.
- This configuration provides comparable capability to full Inmarsat High-Speed data (HSD)
systems at substantially lower weight and cost.
The following table summarizes the configuration status of each element of the main components for the
primary configurations of the Aircell SwiftBroadband system. Details of these configurations are in the
Sections referenced in the table.
2.4. Aircell SBB with Aircell Axxess Configuration
2.4.1. Overview
This configuration integrates the SBU with a full Aircell Axxess® system. High-speed data is provided via
Inmarsat service and voice function is through Iridium service. A wiring diagram for this configuration with
specific pinout details is shown in Aircell Drawing Number D13683 in Section 10.0 of this document.
Figure 2.2 below shows a generic block diagram for this configuration.
Intermediate Dual Iridium

Gain Antenna Antenna
High Power Inmarsat

Amp / Low Aircell Cabin
Power Amp / Filter Telecommunications
Diplexer (HLD) Router (CTR)
Iridium LAN
Filter
ST 4200 WAN
SwiftBroadband Unit (SBU)
Corded Handsets
Figure 2.2. Aircell SBB System with Aircell Axxess System
2.4.2. Description
The primary PBX in this configuration is the Aircell Axxess system ST 4200 providing two to four channels
of Iridium voice service. The CTR serves multiple purposes including providing Power over Ethernet
(PoE) connections for Aircell wired handsets, Wi-Fi connectivity to data devices such as laptop computers
and PDA’s, as well as LAN switching and DHCP server functions. As such, the CTR must have DHCP

and Wi-Fi enabled while the ST 4200 must have DHCP disabled. Refer to the Aircell Axxess Installation
Manual listed in Section 1.6 of this document for the procedure on how to configure these functions in the
Aircell Axxess system. Note that four channels of Iridium voice service require the addition of the ST
4020 two-channel expansion unit to the Aircell Axxess system. Although not shown in either Figure 2.2
above or the wiring diagrams in Section 10.0, details for including the ST 4020 are thoroughly covered in
the Aircell Axxess installation manual referenced in Section 1.6.
The SBU provides high speed data access only via Inmarsat service in this configuration. Note in the
wiring diagram that the SBU is connected into the Wide Area Network (WAN) port of the CTR. This is
critical for proper high speed data operation. Data devices such as laptops and PDAs can be connected
into this configuration either through wired Ethernet ports on the SBU or via Wi-Fi through the CTR. If
devices will only be connected via Wi-Fi in this configuration or through a physical Ethernet connection on
the CTR., then it will not be necessary to enable the routing function on the SBU. The routing option can,
in fact, be omitted in this case. However, if there is a present or future need to connect devices via wired
Ethernet connection to the SBU, then the router option must ordered as part of the SBU and must be
enabled in the installation. Either way in this configuration, the SBU Wi-Fi function must be disabled.
Refer to the SBU installation manual listed in Section 1.6 of this document for the procedure on how to
configure these functions in the SBU.
The Aircell corded handsets connected to the CTR in this configuration must be set for “Aircell Axxess”
mode. This is the default configuration for handsets shipped from Aircell. The handset mode
configuration procedure is described in Section 4.0 of this document.
2.4.3. Features and Benefits

®
- The combined Aircell SBB system with the SBU and Aircell Axxess provides two to four
channels of Iridium voice service with full global coverage plus high-speed Inmarsat data service
with near global coverage.
- The Aircell Axxess PBX is a full featured phone system offering much the same capabilities as an
office network.
- The use of the Aircell Axxess CTR provides PoE to the Aircell handsets plus Wi-Fi capability.
- SIP Ethernet-based handsets in multiple colors with full color display, noise cancelling
microphones, speed dial capabilities, and a 2.5 mm jack for a separate hands-free device.
- Low data-rate Iridium data applications are possible including Airshow, store-and-forward fax, and
upcoming safety services communications through the aircraft Flight Management System (FMS).
2.5. Aircell Handset Interface (AHI-1) Variations

The Aircell Handset Interface (AHI-1) is an Aircell Axxess system component designed to provide the
required PoE ports for up to two Aircell Handsets with an Ethernet connection back to the PBX. In the
context of an Aircell SBB system, one or more AHI-1s may be used to add additional handsets to the PBX
in variations of either of the primary configurations described in Sections 2.3 and 2.4, or may be used to
add a second PBX. Several of these variations are described in the following paragraphs in this section.
AHI-1 variations of the Aircell SwiftBroadband system. Details of these configurations are in the Sections
referenced in the table.

Configurable SBU PBX SBU PBX w/No Aircell Axxess
Dual PBX
Item w/CTR CTR w/CTR
Section
2.5.1 2.5.2 2.5.3 2.5.4
Number
CTR DHCP Disabled N/A Enabled Enabled
CTR Wi-Fi Enabled N/A Enabled Enabled
SBU DHCP Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled
Enabled (if
SBU Wi-Fi Disabled Disabled Disabled
Wi-Fi desired.)
Enabled or Enabled or
SBU Routing Enabled Disabled Disabled Enabled
(See Details) (See Details)
ST 4200 DHCP N/A N/A Disabled Disabled
SwiftBroadband
Handset Mode SwiftBroadband SwiftBroadband Aircell Axxess
& Aircell Axxess
Table 2.3. Aircell SBB System Wi-Fi Variations Settings Summary
2.5.1. SBU PBX with AHI-1 and CTR

The PBX on the SBU can accommodate up to 16 handsets. The CTR provides PoE ports for eight
handsets. One or more AHI-1s can provide additional handset ports up to the maximum number allowed.
Each AHI-1 has two LAN ports. One of these will be connected to an available LAN port in the SBB
system to provide the link back to the PBX. The second can be used to connect an additional AHI-1 or
may be left unused. Wiring details for this variation are shown in the option box in the lower left corner of
Aircell Drawing Number D13682 in Section 10.0 of this document. Routing, DHCP, and Wi-Fi settings for
any variation based on this paragraph are the same as the SBB Standard Configuration as described in
Section 2.3. All the handsets must be configured for SwiftBroadband mode.
Note that the drawing shows a LAN connection between the SBU and the AHI-1(s). Alternatively, one or
more AHI-1s may be connected to the CTR using the LAN port shown for the CTR configuration jack in
the drawing. In a further variation, a combination of AHI-1s can be connected to both the SBU and the
CTR if required for a custom configuration. Any such highly customized configurations should be
discussed with Aircell Technical Support during the design stage.
2.5.2. SBU PBX with AHI-1 and No CTR

It is possible to use Aircell handsets with the SBU PBX connected only through AHI-1s without using the
CTR. However, if more than two handsets are to be installed, this variation will be more expensive for the
customer than if the CTR were used. Wiring for the AHI-1-only variation of the SBB Standard
Configuration will be per Aircell Drawing Number D13682 in Section 10.0 of the document but will
eliminate the CTR and all its connections including the LAN connection back to the SBU. All handsets
will be connected through AHI-1s as shown in the option box in the lower left corner of the drawing. Up to
16 handsets can be connected in this manner using, respectively, up to eight AHI-1s configured one
downstream from the next as indicated in the drawing. Configuring all the handsets as extensions on the
SBU PBX is described in the SBU installation manual referenced in Section 1.6 of this document. For this
variation, the routing option for the SBU must be specified at the time of order. Routing must be enabled

in the SBU and the SBU will be the primary DHCP server. In addition, if the installation is to include Wi-Fi
capability, then the Wi-Fi option must be specified when ordering the SBU and enabled prior to operation.
All the handsets must be configured for SwiftBroadband mode.
2.5.3. Aircell Axxess PBX and CTR with AHI-1

The Aircell Axxess® PBX in the ST 4200 has a full capacity of ten handset extensions while the CTR can
provide PoE ports for up to eight handsets. If a system requires nine or ten handsets, an AHI-1 can
provide the extra capacity by making available two additional PoE ports. For this variation of the SBB
Aircell Axxess Configuration, both the handsets connected to the CTR and those connected to the AHI-1
would be configured in the Aircell Axxess mode as described in Section 4 of this document. Wiring for
this variation is shown in the option box in the lower left corner of Aircell Drawing Number D13683 in
Section 10.0 of this document but with an exception. The LAN connection from the AHI-1 must be
connected to LAN port 2 on the CTR instead of to Ethernet port 5 of the SBU. Alternatively, the AHI-1
could also be connected to an available LAN port on the ST 4200. Routing, DHCP, and Wi-Fi settings will
be the same as the primary SBB Aircell Axxess Configuration described in Section 2.4.
2.5.4. Dual PBX with AHI-1

Since both the Aircell Axxess ST 4200 and the SBU have PBX capabilities, it is possible to configure an
installation that utilizes both. Handsets on the Aircell Axxess PBX will make calls using the Iridium
satellite network and handsets on the SBU PBX will make calls using the SwiftBroadband service on the
Inmarsat satellite system. Reasons for designing this type of system may include the need for a
maximum number of available voice call trunk lines off the aircraft or a desire for redundant PBXs. This is
a special variation in that the two PBX’s will be on different IP subnets. While this eases configuration of
handsets it does mean that at the time of this publication, each PBX can only utilize its own handsets.
Handsets from one PBX cannot make or receive calls on the other PBX. Additionally, extension-to-
extension calls between the PBXs are not possible at this time. Note that Aircell is developing an
upgraded Satellite Interface Unit (SIU) that will add a feature to allow any handset on an aircraft to utilize
the PBX in either of the two bearer systems; Iridium through Aircell Axxess or Inmarsat SwiftBroadband
through the SBU.
Wiring for the variation is shown in the option box in the lower left corner of Aircell Drawing Number
D13683 in Section 10.0 of this document. Since the PBXs are separate, handsets connected to the ST
4200 PBX through the CTR will be configured for Aircell Axxess mode and handsets connected to the
SBU PBX through one or more AHI-1s will be configured for SwiftBroadband mode. Once the handset
mode settings are done, the handsets can be configured as extensions to their respective PBXs. For
directions on extension configuration, see the Aircell Axxess and SBU installation manuals referenced in

2.6. Wi-Fi Variations
Wi-Fi and DHCP variations of the Aircell SwiftBroadband system. Details of these configurations are in
the Sections referenced in the table.
Aircell Axxess Aircell Axxess

Configurable Aircell Axxess Aircell Axxess
Handset with Handset with
Item System DHCP Variation
CTR no CTR
Section
2.6.1 2.6.2 2.6.3 2.7.1
Number
CTR DHCP Disabled N/A Enabled Enabled
CTR Wi-Fi Disabled N/A Disabled Disabled
SBU DHCP Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled
SBU Wi-Fi Enabled Enabled Enabled Disabled
Enabled or
SBU Routing Enabled Enabled Enabled Disabled
(See Details)
ST 4200 DHCP N/A N/A Disabled Enabled
Handset Mode SwiftBroadband SwiftBroadband Aircell Axxess Aircell Axxess
Table 2.4. Aircell SBB System Wi-Fi and DHCP Variations Settings Summary
2.6.1. SBB with Aircell Axxess Handsets Configuration Wi-Fi Variation

Section 2.3 describes this primary configuration of the SBB system wherein the SBU is the PBX but uses
the CTR to provide PoE ports for Aircell handsets. In this configuration the CTR would normally also
serve as the Wi-Fi Access Point (WAP). It is possible, however, to use the SBU as the WAP if desired.
This requires that the both the Wi-Fi and routing options are specified at the time of ordering. When
configuring the system, the CTR would have Wi-Fi disabled and the SBU would have both Wi-Fi and
routing enabled. See the Aircell Axxess® and SBU installation manuals referenced in Section 1.6 for
instructions on configuring these functions. Note that it is possible to have both the CTR and the SBU
serve as WAPs for special cases such as a very large aircraft. For these exceptional cases, please
contact Aircell Technical Support for further details, planning assistance, and installation guidelines.
2.6.2. SBB with Aircell Axxess Handsets Configuration Wi-Fi Variation and No CTR
Paragraph 2.5.2 describes a variation of this primary configuration with no CTR. All the Aircell handsets
are connected through AHI-1s. If Wi-Fi is desired in this configuration, the SBU must be used as the
WAP. Both the routing and Wi-Fi options are required in the SBU for this variation and must be specified
at the time of ordering. Routing and Wi-Fi must be enabled in the SBU. See the SBU installation manual
referenced in Section 1.6 for instructions for configuring these functions.

2.6.3. SBB with Aircell Axxess Configuration Wi-Fi Variation
Section 2.4 describes this primary configuration of the SBB system with the ST 4200 used as the primary
PBX. The CTR provides PoE ports for the Aircell handsets and would normally also serve as the WAP. It
is possible, however, to use the SBU as the WAP in a variation to this configuration. To accomplish this,
both the routing and Wi-Fi options are required in the SBU and must be specified at the time of ordering.
Routing and Wi-Fi must be enabled in the SBU. Wi-Fi must be disabled in the CTR. See the SBU and
Aircell Axxess® installation manuals referenced in Section 1.6 for instructions on configuring these
functions. Note that the SBU WAP only provides Wi-Fi for data devices. Aircell wireless handsets cannot
access the ST 4200 PBX through the SBU WAP.
2.7. DHCP Variations
2.7.1. DHCP Server Variation of the SBB with Aircell Axxess Configuration
Section 2.4 describes this primary configuration of the SBB system that incorporates the Aircell Axxess
system as the primary PBX. The CTR provides PoE ports for Aircell handsets and also serves as the
WAP if Wi-Fi is desired. Normally, the CTR is configured as the DHCP server for this configuration.
Under certain circumstances, it may be preferable to utilize the ST 4200 as the DHCP server instead.
This may be the case if Inmarsat SwiftBroadband capability is being added to an aircraft with an existing
Aircell Axxess EZ system installed that already has the ST 4200 configured as the DHCP server. In this
variation, if the CTR does not already have DHCP disabled, it must be so configured. This is especially
critical if the CTR is to be replaced. As well, if the ST 4200 does not already have DHCP enabled, it must
be set. Instructions for configuring DHCP in the CTR and ST 4200 are in the Aircell Axxess installation
manual referenced in Section 1.6 of this document.

3.0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
3.1. Planning
Careful planning will ensure an efficient installation of the Aircell SBB system with minimum down time for
the aircraft and will ensure optimal system performance and easy maintenance access in the future.
Study the aircraft for optimal antenna locations, plan equipment locations with service in mind, and select
the proper cabling before ordering.
Refer to Aircraft manufacturing guidelines and/or to Advisory Circular 43.13-1B and 2A. Advisory Circular
43.13-1B (Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices) Chapters 11 and 12, and Advisory Circular
43.13-2A (Acceptable Techniques, and Practices-Aircraft Alterations) Chapters 1 and 2, and SAE
AS83519 (Shield Termination, Solder Style, Insulate, Heat-Shrinkable, Environment Resistant, General
Specification For) and SAE ARP1870 (Aerospace Systems Electrical Bonding and Grounding for
Electromagnetic Compatability) provide excellent guidelines to ensure a good installation.
A field-approved FAA Form 337, Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) or Type Certificate (TC) is the
usual required documentation path for the installation of this system.
3.2. Equipment Location

If this is a new installation of an Aircell SBB system, select cabling as specified in this manual to satisfy
the approved requirements of the system.
For details regarding locations for specific components of the Aircell SBB system, please refer to the
appropriate manuals listed in Section 1.6.
3.3. Cable Routing

Draw a cable routing diagram for the aircraft. Refer to Wiring Diagrams in Section 10.0 to determine the
required cables, then measure and record the required cable lengths on a worksheet. Consider the use
of straight or 90 degree connectors to satisfy the bend radius requirements of the wiring. Allow for
adequate bend radius, service loops, and stress relief in all cable routes.
3.4. Component Location

Refer to the appropriate manuals in Section 1.6 for details regarding the environmental requirements and
mechanical installation details of the Aircell SBB system compnents.
3.5. Cabling
Refer to the appropriate manuals in Section 1.6 for cabling details.
Note
Wire and Cable Installation
Wire installation should be done according to approved aircraft manufacturing guidelines and/or FAA
procedures documented in Advisory Circular 43.13-1B. Consider cable slack, protection from heat, and
protection from chafing when installing system wiring.
Good installation practices will ensure maximum performance from the Aircell SBB system. Advisory
Circular 43.13-2A (Acceptable Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Alterations), Chapter 1 and 2, and
Advisory Circular 43.13-1B (Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices), Chapter 11, and SAE
AS83519 (Shield Termination, Solder Style, Insulate, Heat-Shrinkable, Environment Resistant, General
Specification For) and SAE ARP1870 (Aerospace Systems Electrical Bonding and Grounding for
Electromagnetic Compatibility) provide excellent guidelines to ensure a good installation. When building
the system wire harness, observe the following:
Installation Procedures, Section 3 Page 3-1

1. Plan the Aircell SBB system cable routing so that it does not interfere with flight control cables or
follow heavy current-carrying cables, hydraulic lines, or fuel lines.
2. It is essential to use military specification connectors or connectors approved for use on aircraft.
3. This document and attached ICDs only show a suggested circuit breaker size, wire size & type for
a typical installation:
• It is the responsibility of the Installation Agency to ensure proper wire type and size and
the use of a properly rated circuit protection device (circuit breaker). In addition, ensure
that the 28 volt DC equipment bus is connected so it can handle the additional electrical
load.
• Install circuit protection (circuit breaker) of the proper amperage to handle the power
requirements and protect the wiring.
• Refer to Aircraft manufacturing guidelines and/or refer to FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-
1B, Section 11 (Aircraft Electrical Systems) for the proper wire types and circuit
protection recommendations. All wiring and coax cabling shall conform to the
flammability requirements of FAR 25.869.
• Single wire conductors shall conform to Aircraft manufacturing guidelines and/or the
specification for Wire, Electrical, Fluoropolymer-Insulated, Society of Automotive
Engineers (SAE)-AS22759, also known as Military (MIL)-W-22759.
• Shielded wire conductors shall conform to Aircraft manufacturing guidelines and/or the
Standard for Aerospace and Industrial Electrical Cable, National Electrical Manufacturers
Association (NEMA) WC 27500, also known as MIL-DTL-27500.
Notes on the wiring diagrams in Section 10.0 provide essential instructions that will save you
needless rework during installation.
4. Provide proper grounding of the equipment by isolating chassis, power return wires, signal wires
and shield grounds.
Note
Component Bonding
As with any communication equipment, bonding the equipment to airframe ground is essential for
optimum performance and lightning protection. Ensure that the equipment mounting provisions
are bonded to the shelf, and the shelf is bonded to airframe ground. Properly bonded, there
should be 2.5 milliohms or less between the mounting tray and airframe ground. Care in bonding
has been shown to eliminate erratic or poor system performance.
Additional Shield Drain information
As an option, up to four (4) 22 American Wire Gauge (AWG) 7” drains may be combined on a
single grounding strap and then routed to airframe chassis. The ground strap should be as short
as possible, but may be realized with a maximum of 24” of insulated (18 AWG or larger).
5. To reduce EMI/RFI to an acceptable level, all signal and power lines require shielded cables.
Refer to the wiring instructions in Section 10.0.
Sample: Ethernet, Hi-Speed Data Conductors and shield ground

termination shown. It is advisable and important for EMI
considerations to carry the shields into the connecter housing, and
then break out a shield drain that will connect to the provided
connector housing bonding screw.
Figure 3.1. Shield Ground

Termination
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4.0 PROVISIONING, SETUP and TESTING
4.1. Introduction
There are many important steps in configuring an Aircell SBB system. The majority of these pertain either
to the SBU or the various components of the Aircell Axxess® system. All these configuration steps are
described in the respective installation manuals for either the SBU or the Aircell Axxess system and
should be referenced during system provisioning and checkout. Exceptions to this include configuring a
new CTR to the SBU and configuring the handset mode for Aircell corded handsets.
4.2. Configuring a CTR Connected to the SBU

When new components from the Aircell Axxess system and the SBU are connected together for the first
time (or when the CTR is replaced), there is a possibility that more than one device will be configured as
the DHCP server. This could result in contention on the LAN that could prevent proper operation. The
following procedure should be carefully executed the first time that an Aircell Axxess CTR is connected to
the same LAN as the SBU. Once successfully completed, the possibility of contention will be eliminated
and this process will not be necessary again unless the CTR is physically changed.
4.2.1. Configuring a New CTR for the SBU

To configure a new CTR, it must be connected to the SBU per the wiring diagram. A laptop computer is
connected to the SBU maintenance port and the system is powered on. The following procedure
describes the configuration process. It specifies a full system reboot (SBU, all handsets, CTR, etc.) after
configuring a new CTR to ensure that all the devices on the LAN are allocated an address within the
SBU’s subnet in order to proceed forward with handset configuration.
1. On the laptop, go to the

“Network Connections” page
and select “Properties”.
2. Go to “Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP)”.
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3. Uncheck “Obtain an IP address automatically”
and check “Use the following IP address”.
4. Enter an IP address that falls within the subnet
range of the CTR (192.168.1.50-100). The value
shown is only an example. Enter the Default
Gateway address as shown. The Subnet mask
should fill in automatically.
5. To log into the CTR user interface, launch

the web browser and enter http://192.168.1.1 in
the address bar.
6. Log into the CTR as follows:
User Name – admin
Password - *aircell1*

7. The Aircell CTR Linksys
page should appear as
shown.
8. Select the “Wireless” tab.
9. Select “Mixed”.
10. Verify the SSID broadcast
name. (The typical format
for this field is “aircell-
XXXXX”, where XXXXX is
the Aircell CTR serial
number).
11. Select “Enable” or “Disable”
depending on the needs of
the installation.
12. Select “Save Settings”.
13. Select “Continue”.
14. At this point, the Wi-Fi
setting is configured

15. Select the “Setup” tab.
16. For DHCP Server, select
“Disable”.
17. Select “Save Settings”.
(Important!).
Once these steps are

completed, it will only be
possible to log
back into the CTR with a
laptop having a statically
assigned IP
address that falls within
the CTR subnet range
as defined in Step 4.
To log into the SBU, proceed as follows:
18. Under “Network Connections Status”

on the laptop, select “Properties”.
19. Go to “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)”.

20. Check “Obtain an IP address automatically”.
21. Check “Obtain DNS server address
automatically”.
22. Select “OK”.
23. Perform a complete system reboot including all
components. This will likely be most easily
accomplished by removing and reapplying
power.
24. You are now ready to log into the Thrane SBU
as needed.
To log into the SBU, launch the web browser and enter http://192.168.0.1 in the
address bar.
Proceed with other configuration steps as described in the SBU installation manual.

4.3. Aircell Corded Handset Mode Configuration
Aircell corded handsets can be configured for use on either the PBX in the Aircell Axxess® ST 4200 or the
PBX in the SBU. As shipped, Aircell corded handsets are set to the default “Aircell Axxess” mode. In
order to be used as an extension on the SBU, the handset must be set to “SwiftBroadband Mode”. This
can be accomplished in two ways. The mode for an individual handset can be set directly through menus
on handset itself or by using a laptop connected to the SBB system via Ethernet. Both procedures are
detailed in the following paragraphs. Either the handset menu or laptop procedures must be repeated for
each handset to be used on the SBU PBX. Note that the same procedures can be used to set handset
modes back to Aircell Axxess mode as necessary.
4.3.1. Handset Mode Configuration Using Handset Menus

After the system including handsets has been powered on:
1) Press “FNC” to access the main menu;
0 - Change Lock Code

1 - Ringer Volume
2 - Key Tone Volume
3 - Initiate 3-Way Call
4 - Setup Menu
5 - Lock Keypad
6 - Mute
7 - Call Queue
2) Select Option 4 “Setup Menu”;

3) In the Setup Menu, select Option 2 ”Admin Configuration” if not already highlighted;
4) Press “SND”;
5) When prompted, enter Password “1234”;
6) Press “SND”;
Admin Configuration
3: Network
4: SIP Server (PBX) IP Address
5: Change Security Code
6: Change Admin Password
7: Advanced Setup
8: ACP/PA Mode Select
9: Axxess/SBB Mode Select
Press SND to select

Press END to exit menu

7) Scroll down to and select Option 9 “Axxess/SBB Mode Select”;
Axxess/SBB Mode Select
Current Mode: Aircell Axxess Mode
Select mode:
1: Aircell Axxess Mode
2: SwiftBroadband Mode
Press 1 to select Axxess Mode

Press 2 to select SBB Mode
Press END to exit
8) To change to Swift Broadband Mode, select 2;
Changing mode to SwiftBroadband

Mode.
Are you sure you want to save

changes?
Press STO to save

Press CLR to go back
9) Press “STO” to save the mode change.
Changing the handset mode will also change handset parameters that are specific either to the Aircell
Axxess PBX or the SBU PBX. These parameters are set to default values each time the handset mode
change is stored and must subsequently be set for each handset to work with the selected PBX. The
following table shows parameters and default values for each mode.
Parameter Aircell Axxess Mode SwiftBroadband Mode

Extension # 81 0501
SIP Server IP Address 192.168.1.200 192.168.0.1
User 81 0501
Password 1234 0501
Table 4.1 Handset Parameters

The affected parameters are all configured under the “Admin Configuration” menu that can be accessed
using Steps 1 through 6 above.
Admin Configuration
1: Extension Number
2: DHCP
3: Network
7: Advanced Setup
Press SND to select

10) Select 1 to change the Extension Number. In SwiftBroadband Mode, the SBU PBX uses handset
extension numbers from 0501 to 0516. Note that the SBU PBX must be configured to recognize
the User and Password for each extension that will be connected. See the SBU Installation
Manual referenced in Section 1.6 of this document for details on configuring the SBU PBX.
11) Select 4 to check the SIP Server IP Address. The IP address for either mode is automatically
populated to the correct default value. Therefore, this value should not be changed unless the
SIP Server IP Address has to be changed in the SBB system.
12) Select 4 to change the User and Password. In SwiftBroadband Mode, the Extension Number,
User, and Password should all be set to the same value, namely that of the Extension Number.
Note that the SBU PBX must be configured to recognize the User and Password for each
extension that will be connected. See the SBU Installation Manual referenced in Section 1.6 of
this document for details on configuring the SBU PBX.
4.3.2. Handset Mode Configuration Using Laptop

It is also possible to set the handset mode configuration and other handset parameters through a laptop
computer connected to the SBB system Ethernet LAN such as might be done during initial system
configuration. In each system installation with handsets connected to the LAN, handsets are assigned a
unique IP address by the DCHP server. To access the Graphical User Interface, or GUI, for any specific
handset, it will be necessary to first determine the assigned IP address, then “log in” to the handset. This
is done as follows for each handset:

After the system including handsets has been powered on:
1) Press “FNC” to access the main menu;
0 - Change Lock Code

1 - Ringer Volume
2 - Key Tone Volume
3 - Initiate 3-Way Call
4 - Setup Menu
5 - Lock Keypad
6 - Mute
7 - Call Queue
2) Select Option 4 “Setup Menu”;

3) In the Setup Menu, select Option 2 ”Admin Configuration” if not already highlighted;
4) Press “SND”;
5) When prompted, enter Password “1234”;
6) Press “SND”;
Admin Configuration
1: Extension Number
2: DHCP
3: Network
Press SND to select

7) Select 3 “Network” to view the assigned IP address for the handset: i.e., http://192.168.0.25 .
8) Record the IP address for each handset.
It will now be possible to log into the web pages for each handset, one at a time, using a laptop computer
connected to the SBB system LAN. For each handset to be configured, open the web browser and enter
the IP address for that handset as recorded in the previous steps. When the login page for that handset
appears, use the following credentials to access the Phone Status page:
User Name – admin

Password – 1234
The screen should appear as in Figure 4.1.

Figure 4.1 Phone Status Screen at First Power-Up
Select “Configuration” from the menu options on the left. The screen should appear as in Figure 4.2
below:
Figure 4.2 Configurations Screen at First Power-Up

Under “Phone Settings” at the bottom of this page, change the mode to SwiftBroadband Mode for
handsets connected to the SBU PBX. Before proceeding, save the setting using the box at the bottom of
the page.
Note: It is critical to save the mode setting first. Otherwise, no other parameter changes will be
saved.
When changed to SwiftBroadband Mode, the values shown in the “Call Settings” section in the middle of
the page for Phone Number, Display Name, Authentication ID and Password will all default to “0501”, and
the SIP Proxy and SIP Registrar will default to “192.168.0.1”. The SIP settings do not need to be
changed. The Phone Number (same as Extension Number) must be set to a value between “0501” and
“0516” for the SBU PBX. The Authentication ID and Password must then be set to the same value as the
Phone Number.
Use the “Call Settings” web page in the SBU when first configuring handsets on the SBU. If a handset is
replaced, it may be necessary to delete the previous (removed) handset on this web page and re-enter
the extension number. Refer to the SBU manual in Section 1.6 of this document for details on PBX
configuration.
Note that once a handset is configured for use on the SBU PBX, it cannot be used on the Aircell Axxess®
ST 4200 PBX unless the mode is changed to “Aircell Axxess Mode”. The handset web pages referenced
in Figures 4.1 and 4.2 above are used to accomplish this. Refer to the Aircell Axxess Installation Manual
referenced in Section 1.6 of this document for further details.


5.0 CLEANING
5.1. Introduction
The appearance of a completed installation is an important aspect of Customer satisfaction. Finger
prints, smudges, wire clippings, and metal shavings should all be removed before the Customer inspects
your work. Vacuum the affected area and clean the surrounding area completely.
5.2. Recommended Cleaning Materials

Mild soap and water for most plastics is recommended.
CAUTION
Use Isopropyl Alcohol carefully as it may react with some plastics in the area. Isopropyl Alcohol should
be used to clean connector contacts and metal parts, if required.
5.3. Procedure
When Isopropyl Alcohol is used for the cleaning of system connectors, be sure to use a foam type Q-Tip
to prevent the residue that can be left by a cotton Q-Tip.
Cleaning, Section 5 Page 5-1

Cleaning, Section 5 Page 5-2

6.0 FITS AND CLEARANCES
6.1. Introduction
For details on fits and clearances of the Aircell SBB system components, please refer to the appropriate
manuals in Section 1.6 of this document.
In addition to general notes, these manuals will include component dimensional information, mounting
provision dimensions, connector pin-out and connector orientation diagrams.
Fits and Clearances, Section 6 Page 6-1

Fits and Clearances, Section 6 Page 6-2

7.0 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
7.1. Introduction
For all system specifications, refer to the appropriate manuals in Section 1.6.
System Specifications, Section 7 Page 7-1

System Specifications, Section 7 Page 7-2

8.0 SPECIAL TOOLS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT
8.1. Introduction
No special tools are required for the installation of the Aircell SBB system.
8.2. Aircell SBB System Configuration using Ethernet Interface

• A Laptop PC with a RJ 45 Ethernet connection port.
• A Laptop with Wi-Fi capabilities when Wi-Fi connections are available through the Aircell
Axxess® CTR or other Wireless Access Point (WAP)
• A Web Browser installed (Internet Explorer)
No other special test equipment is required to determine the operational status of any Aircell SBB
system components.
Refer to Section 4.0 for provisioning, and also to the appropriate sections of the manuals listed in
Special Tools, Fixtures and Equipment, Section 8 Page 8-1

Special Tools, Fixtures and Equipment, Section 8 Page 8-2

9.0 PARTS LIST
9.1. Introduction
Please refer to the relevant sections of the manuals listed in Section 1.6 of this document for
listings of important parts.
Parts List, Section 9 Page 9-1

Parts List, Section 9 Page 9-2

Aircell SwiftBroadband Installation Manual, D13697, Revision B
TEMPORARY REVISION NO. 2

Insert facing page 10-1
Subject: Wiring Diagrams
Replace Section 10.2 and 10.3 specified on page 10-1 in the Aircell SwiftBroadband Installation
Manual, D13697-B, with the following:
10.2 Aircell SwiftBroadband System with Aircell Axxess® Handsets
Drawing D13682 Revision C, 2 pages 11x17 will follow this page.

10.3 Aircell SwiftBroadband System with Aircell Axxess System
Drawing D13683 Revision D, 2 pages 11x17 will follow this page.
Temporary Revision 2 Page 1 of 3

July 2011
10.0 WIRING DIAGRAMS
10.1. Wiring Diagrams
The wiring diagrams shown in the following drawings, D13682 and D13683, are representative of the
various configurations of an Aircell SwiftBroadband system as described in Section 2.0 of this document.
Note that these are only representative of specific installations. Variations will likely occur in the number
of handsets, LAN ports used, etc. For further clarification on any necessary connections, contact Aircell
Technical Support.
The Notes and Tables on these pages are very important, study them carefully.
10.2. Aircell SwiftBroadband System with Aircell Axxess® Handsets
Drawing D13682 Revision B, 2 pages 11x17 will follow this page.

10.3. Aircell SwiftBroadband System with Aircell Axxess System
Drawing D13683 Revision B, 2 pages 11x17 will follow this page.
Wiring Diagrams, Section 10 Page 10-1

Wiring Diagrams, Section 10 Page 10-2


Insert facing Drawing D13682
Subject: Wiring Instructions Reference Drawing D13682
Replace page 2 of 2 of Drawing D13682 specified in Section 10.0 in the Aircell SwiftBroadband
Installation Manual, D13697-B, with the following Drawing D13682, page 2 of 2.

July 2011
REVISION HISTORY
NOTES:
REV. ECO DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED
1 THIS DRAWING DESCRIBES THE WIRING INTERFACES FOR THE AIRCELL SWIFTBROADBAND SYSTEM USED WITH A C03329 INITIAL RELEASE 2009-08-18 JONATHAN WOROSYLO
AIRCELL AXXESS ® CORDED HANDSETS. MAJOR COMPONENTS FOR A TYPICAL INSTALLATION ARE LISTED IN THE
TABLE. REFER TO THE THRANE & THRANE AERO-SB LITE INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL (TT98-127093) B C03961 CHANGE DRAWING TITLE; CHANGE GROUNDING SCHEME 2009-09-03 JACK STRANDQUIST
FOR DETAILS ABOUT THE SWIFTBROADBAND UNIT (SBU), INCLUDING INTERCONNECT, WIRING INSTRUCTIONS, AND
CABLE LOSS. REFER TO THE AIRCELL AXXESS ® INSTALLATION MANUAL (D12004) FOR DETAILS ABOUT THE CABIN
TELECOMMUNICATIONS ROUTER (CTR), THE OPTIONAL AIRCELL HANDSET INTERFACE (AHI-1), OR AIRCELL CORDED
HANDSETS (ACH).
2. WIRE TYPE / SIZE AND CIRCUIT PROTECTION SUGGESTIONS IN THIS DRAWING ARE FOR A TYPICAL INSTALLATION.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER TO ENSURE THAT ONLY PROPER WIRE TYPE / SIZE AND PROPERLY
RATED CIRCUIT PROTECTION DEVICES (CIRCUIT BREAKERS) ARE SPECIFIED FOR ANY PARTICULAR AIRCRAFT
INSTALLATION, AND THAT THE 28 VDC BUS TO WHICH SYSTEM COMPONENTS ARE CONNECTED CAN HANDLE THE
ADDITIONAL ELECTRICAL LOAD. REFER TO THE AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURER'S GUIDELINES AND/OR FAA AC43.13-1,
SECTION 11 (AIRCRAFT ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS) FOR APPROPRIATE WIRE TYPES, CIRCUIT PROTECTION
RECOMMENDATIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS ON WIRE BUNDLING AND INSTALLATION.
3. ALL WIRING AND COAXIAL CABLING SHALL CONFORM TO THE FLAMMABILITY REQUIREMENTS OF FAR 25.869. MAJOR COMPONENTS, TYPICAL AIRCELL SWIFTBROADBAND INSTALLATION 1
4. FLUOROPOLYMER-INSULATED WIRE PER SAE-AS22759 (OR MIL-W-22759) AND SHIELDED CABLES PER NEMA ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO.
WC 27500 (OR MIL-DTL-27500) PROPERLY SIZED FOR CURRENT SHALL BE USED FOR SINGLE-WIRE AND MULTI- 1 SWIFTBROADBAND UNIT (SBU) 405040A
CONDUCTOR CABLE POWER / GROUND AND LOW-SPEED SIGNAL CONDUCTORS. CABIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS ROUTER (CTR)
2
5. FLUOROPOLYMER-INSULATED, 24 AWG, 100-Ω IMPEDANCE, COPPER BRAID-SHIELDED 100BASE-T ETHERNET CABLE STANDARD POWER P12083
SUCH AS CARLISLE INTERCONNECT TECHNOLOGIES (FORMERLY TENSOLITE COMPANY) PART NO. NF24Q100-01 OR LOW POWER P12083-001
ELECTRONIC CABLE SPECIALISTS, INC. (ECS) PART NO. 422404 SHOULD BE SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH AIRCELL 3 AIRCELL HANDSET INTERFACE (AHI-1) P12339
SYSTEMS. ALTERNATIVE DATA BUS CABLE PRODUCTS SHOULD MEET OR EXCEED THE REQUIREMENTS OF ARINC
664P2-2 AND EITHER SAE AS22759 OR MIL-W-22759. IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT ETHERNET CABLE WITH AN 4 AIRCELL CORDED HANDSET (ACH)
OUTSIDE DIAMETER GREATER THAN .2 INCHES MAY CAUSE CONNECTOR BACKSHELL ASSEMBLY PROBLEMS. SIP HANDSET W/ STANDARD CRADLE & COIL CORD P12248-00x
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED ETHERNET CABLE LENGTH IS 120 FEET. SIP HANDSET W/ RETRACTABLE CORD (DE15 CONNECTOR) P12793-00x
6 CAREFULLY MATCH COLORED ETHERNET WIRE PAIRS (e.g., RED-BLUE AND YELLOW-GREEN) TO APPROPRIATE SIP HANDSET W/ FLUSH MOUNT CRADLE & RETRACTABLE CORD P12192-00x
SIGNAL PAIRS (TX+/TX- AND RX+/RX-) AT BOTH ENDS OF DATA BUS CABLE RUNS. 5 IEEE 802.3-CAPABLE LAPTOP PC
7. WIRE AND CABLING ASSOCIATED WITH THE AIRCELL SWIFTBROADBAND SYSTEM SHALL BE INSTALLED PER THE
AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURER'S GUIDELINES AND/OR FAA AC 43.13-1B. CONSIDERATION SHALL BE GIVEN TO
ADEQUATE CABLE SLACK, PROTECTION FROM HEAT, AND PROTECTION FROM CHAFING WHEN INSTALLING SYSTEM
WIRING.
8. ELECTRICAL BONDING AND GROUNDING PER SAE ARP 1870. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED IMPEDANCE BETWEEN
ELECTRONIC ENCLOSURES AND AIRFRAME GROUND IS 2.5 mΩ PER MIL-STD-464.
9. TERMINATE CABLE SHIELDS PER SAE AS83519 OR MIL-S-83519A. CABLE SHIELD DRAIN LEADS TO CHASSIS
GROUND SHOULD BE BONDED TO THE INSIDE OF METAL BACKSHELLS USING THE PROVISIONING (TYPICALLY A
SCREW) SUPPLIED WITH THE BACKSHELL. CABLE SHIELD DRAIN LEADS SHALL BE 22 AWG OR LARGER, UP TO
SEVEN (7) INCHES IN LENGTH, AND INDIVIDUALLY BONDED TO AIRFRAME GROUND. ALTERNATIVELY, FOUR (4) 22
AWG WIRES UP TO SEVEN (7) INCHES IN LENGTH MAY BE COMBINED, AND THEN ATTACHED TO A SINGLE DRAIN
STRAP 18 AWG OR LARGER AND UP TO 24 INCHES IN LENGTH. IN GENERAL, CABLE SHIELD DRAIN LEADS SHOULD
BE AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE.
10. ELECTRICAL GROUND SYMBOLS PER IEEE 315 AS FOLLOWS: REFERENCE DRAWING
AIRFRAME GROUND (DC RETURN; ELECTRONIC ENCLOSURES) APPROVALS 303 S. Technology Court
Building A
CHASSIS GROUND (CABLE SHIELDING) DRAFTING JACK STRANDQUIST
ENGINEERING J. WOROSYLO
11 CIRCUIT BREAKER SYMBOLS PER IEEE 315. PERMANENTLY LABEL CIRCUIT BREAKERS AS INDICATED. TITLE
TECH SUPPORT BILL NIELSON
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS,
12 IEEE 802.3 INTERFACE FROM EITHER ITEM 1 OR ITEM 2 SHOULD BE PROVIDED TO FACILITATE INITIALIZATION AND AIRCELL SWIFTBROADBAND WITH
TROUBLESHOOTING OF THE AIRCELL SWIFTBROADBAND SYSTEM FROM A CUSTOMER-SUPPLIED DATA TERMINAL MARKETING DANA KIRCHMAR
SUCH AS A LAPTOP PC. RECOMMENDED LOCATION IS COCKPIT OR CABIN FOR ACCESSIBILITY BY PASSENGERS. AIRCELL AXXESS ® HANDSETS
QUALITY MARK BARNES
SIZE CAGE CODE DWG NO. REV
INFORMATION IN THIS DRAWING IS PROPRIETARY.
IT IS ISSUED IN CONFIDENCE AND SHALL NOT BE B 1NQ67 D13682 B
USED AS A BASIS FOR MANUFACTURE WITHOUT
WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM AIRCELL. SCALE: NONE SHEET 1 OF 2

Insert facing Drawing D13683
Subject: Wiring Instructions Reference Drawing D13683
Replace page 2 of 2 of Drawing D13683 specified in Section 10.0 in the Aircell SwiftBroadband
Installation Manual, D13697-B, with the following Drawing D13683, page 2 of 2.

July 2011
REVISION HISTORY
NOTES:
REV. ECO DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED
1 THIS DRAWING DESCRIBES THE WIRING INTERFACES FOR THE AIRCELL SWIFTBROADBAND SYSTEM USED WITH A C03329 INITIAL RELEASE 2009-08-18 JONATHAN WOROSYLO
THE AIRCELL AXXESS ® SYSTEM. MAJOR COMPONENTS FOR A TYPICAL INSTALLATION ARE LISTED IN THE TABLE.
REFER TO THE THRANE & THRANE AERO-SB LITE INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL (TT98-127093) FOR B C03961 CHANGE DRAWING TITLE; CHANGE GROUNDING 2009-09-03 JACK STRANDQUIST
DETAILS ABOUT THE SWIFTBROADBAND UNIT (SBU), INCLUDING INTERCONNECT, WIRING INSTRUCTIONS, AND
CABLE LOSS. REFER TO THE AIRCELL AXXESS ® INSTALLATION MANUAL (D12004) FOR DETAILS ABOUT THE CABIN
TELECOMMUNICATIONS ROUTER (CTR), THE OPTIONAL AIRCELL HANDSET INTERFACE (AHI-1), AIRCELL CORDED
HANDSETS (ACH), OR THE AIRCELL AXXESS ® DUAL-CHANNEL IRIDIUM SATELLITE TRANSCEIVER (ST 4200).
2. WIRE TYPE / SIZE AND CIRCUIT PROTECTION SUGGESTIONS IN THIS DRAWING ARE FOR A TYPICAL INSTALLATION.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLER TO ENSURE THAT ONLY PROPER WIRE TYPE / SIZE AND PROPERLY
RATED CIRCUIT PROTECTION DEVICES (CIRCUIT BREAKERS) ARE SPECIFIED FOR ANY PARTICULAR AIRCRAFT
INSTALLATION, AND THAT THE 28 VDC BUS TO WHICH SYSTEM COMPONENTS ARE CONNECTED CAN HANDLE THE
ADDITIONAL ELECTRICAL LOAD. REFER TO THE AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURER'S GUIDELINES AND/OR FAA AC43.13-1,
SECTION 11 (AIRCRAFT ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS) FOR APPROPRIATE WIRE TYPES, CIRCUIT PROTECTION
RECOMMENDATIONS, AND INSTRUCTIONS ON WIRE BUNDLING AND INSTALLATION.
MAJOR COMPONENTS, TYPICAL AIRCELL SWIFTBROADBAND INSTALLATION 1
3. ALL WIRING AND COAXIAL CABLING SHALL CONFORM TO THE FLAMMABILITY REQUIREMENTS OF FAR 25.869. ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NO.
4. FLUOROPOLYMER-INSULATED WIRE PER SAE-AS22759 (OR MIL-W-22759) AND SHIELDED CABLES PER NEMA 1 SWIFTBROADBAND UNIT (SBU) 405040A
WC 27500 (OR MIL-DTL-27500) PROPERLY SIZED FOR CURRENT SHALL BE USED FOR SINGLE-WIRE AND MULTI- 2 CABIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS ROUTER (CTR)
CONDUCTOR CABLE POWER / GROUND AND LOW-SPEED SIGNAL CONDUCTORS.
STANDARD POWER P12083
5. FLUOROPOLYMER-INSULATED, 24 AWG, 100-Ω IMPEDANCE, COPPER BRAID-SHIELDED 100BASE-T ETHERNET CABLE LOW POWER P12083-001
SUCH AS CARLISLE INTERCONNECT TECHNOLOGIES (FORMERLY TENSOLITE COMPANY) PART NO. NF24Q100-01 OR 3 AIRCELL HANDSET INTERFACE (AHI-1) P12339
ELECTRONIC CABLE SPECIALISTS, INC. (ECS) PART NO. 422404 SHOULD BE SPECIFIED FOR USE WITH AIRCELL 4 AIRCELL CORDED HANDSET (ACH)
SYSTEMS. ALTERNATIVE DATA BUS CABLE PRODUCTS SHOULD MEET OR EXCEED THE REQUIREMENTS OF ARINC
664P2-2 AND EITHER SAE AS22759 OR MIL-W-22759. IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT ETHERNET CABLE WITH AN SIP HANDSET W/ STD CRADLE & COIL CORD P12248-00x
OUTSIDE DIAMETER GREATER THAN .2 INCHES MAY CAUSE CONNECTOR BACKSHELL ASSEMBLY PROBLEMS. SIP HANDSET W/ RETRACTABLE CORD (DE15 CONNECTOR) P12793-00x
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED ETHERNET CABLE LENGTH IS 120 FEET. SIP HANDSET W/ FLUSH MOUNT CRADLE & RETRACTABLE CORD P12192-00x
6 CAREFULLY MATCH COLORED ETHERNET WIRE PAIRS (e.g., RED-BLUE AND YELLOW-GREEN) TO APPROPRIATE 5 IEEE 802.3-CAPABLE LAPTOP PC
SIGNAL PAIRS (TX+/TX- AND RX+/RX-) AT BOTH ENDS OF DATA BUS CABLE RUNS. 6 AXXESS DUAL-CHANNEL IRIDIUM SATELLITE TRANSCEIVER (ST 4200) P12023
7. WIRE AND CABLING ASSOCIATED WITH THE AIRCELL SWIFTBROADBAND SYSTEM SHALL BE INSTALLED PER THE
AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURER'S GUIDELINES AND/OR FAA AC 43.13-1B. CONSIDERATION SHALL BE GIVEN TO
ADEQUATE CABLE SLACK, PROTECTION FROM HEAT, AND PROTECTION FROM CHAFING WHEN INSTALLING SYSTEM
WIRING.
8. ELECTRICAL BONDING AND GROUNDING PER SAE ARP 1870. MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED IMPEDANCE BETWEEN
ELECTRONIC ENCLOSURES AND AIRFRAME GROUND IS 2.5 mΩ PER MIL-STD-464.
9. TERMINATE CABLE SHIELDS PER SAE AS83519 OR MIL-S-83519A. CABLE SHIELD DRAIN LEADS TO CHASSIS
GROUND SHOULD BE BONDED TO THE INSIDE OF METAL BACKSHELLS USING THE PROVISIONING (TYPICALLY A
SCREW) SUPPLIED WITH THE BACKSHELL. CABLE SHIELD DRAIN LEADS SHALL BE 22 AWG OR LARGER, UP TO
SEVEN (7) INCHES IN LENGTH, AND INDIVIDUALLY BONDED TO AIRFRAME GROUND. ALTERNATIVELY, FOUR (4) 22
AWG WIRES UP TO SEVEN (7) INCHES IN LENGTH MAY BE COMBINED, AND THEN ATTACHED TO A SINGLE DRAIN
STRAP 18 AWG OR LARGER AND UP TO 24 INCHES IN LENGTH. IN GENERAL, CABLE SHIELD DRAIN LEADS SHOULD
BE AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE.
10. ELECTRICAL GROUND SYMBOLS PER IEEE 315 AS FOLLOWS: REFERENCE DRAWING
AIRFRAME GROUND (DC RETURN; ELECTRONIC ENCLOSURES) APPROVALS 303 S. Technology Court
Building A
CHASSIS GROUND (CABLE SHIELDING) DRAFTING JACK STRANDQUIST
ENGINEERING J. WOROSYLO
11 CIRCUIT BREAKER SYMBOLS PER IEEE 315. PERMANENTLY LABEL CIRCUIT BREAKERS AS INDICATED. TITLE
TECH SUPPORT BILL NIELSON
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS,
12 IEEE 802.3 INTERFACE FROM EITHER ITEM 1 OR ITEM 2 SHOULD BE PROVIDED TO FACILITATE INITIALIZATION AND AIRCELL SWIFTBROADBAND WITH
TROUBLESHOOTING OF THE AIRCELL SWIFTBROADBAND SYSTEM FROM A CUSTOMER-SUPPLIED DATA TERMINAL MARKETING DANA KIRCHMAR
SUCH AS A LAPTOP PC. RECOMMENDED LOCATION IS COCKPIT OR CABIN FOR ACCESSIBILITY BY PASSENGERS. AIRCELL AXXESS ® SYSTEM
QUALITY MARK BARNES
SIZE CAGE CODE DWG NO. REV
INFORMATION IN THIS DRAWING IS PROPRIETARY.
IT IS ISSUED IN CONFIDENCE AND SHALL NOT BE B 1NQ67 D13683 B
USED AS A BASIS FOR MANUFACTURE WITHOUT
WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM AIRCELL. SCALE: NONE SHEET 1 OF 2
Aircell SBB System Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
Design and manufacturing of the Aircell SBB System allows for “On Condition Maintenance.” On condition maintenance means that no
periodic service requirements are required to maintain continued airworthiness of the system. No maintenance is required until the
equipment does not perform the intended function. Cable harness repair, RF cable maintenance, and antenna replacement can be
accomplished in the field. Any alteration of this product voids the FAA or Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
certification and the Aircell warranty. Please consult Aircell Technical Support to help evaluate any problem that is not resolved by
basic following the troubleshooting procedures in Appendix A. A Return Material Authorization (RMA) is required for all repairs or
exchanges on items returned to Aircell. After obtaining an RMA, return the Aircell SBB System component to the factory for repair. If you
require an exchange unit to maintain telecommunications operation during Aircell repairs, please call Customer Service and request that a
serviceable unit be sent to you before removing the installed unit. After factory repair or receiving the serviceable component, consult this
Installation Manual (D13697) and Installation manuals and guides referenced in Section 1.6 for Post Installation Checkout and Procedures
to verify proper system operation in the aircraft.
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1.1.1. Private Branch Exchange Options

Introduction, Section 1 Page 1-1

Table 1.1. Aircell Handset Available Features Based on Mode

1.1.3. Data Options

Introduction, Section 1 Page 1-2

1.1.4. Wi-Fi Options

1.1.5. Mounting and Testing

Introduction, Section 1 Page 1-3

1.4. List of Abbreviations and Acronyms

A Ampere LAN Local Area Network

Introduction, Section 1 Page 1-4

HLD High Power Amplifier / Low Power V Volts

Introduction, Section 1 Page 1-5

Publication Publication Number

Aircell Antenna Installation Manual Aircell 800-10355

Aircell Axxess® Installation Manual Aircell D12004

Acceptable Methods, Techniques, and Practices - Aircraft Inspection FAA AC 43.13-1B

Mark 33 Digital Information Transfer System (DITS) ARINC 429

Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne RTCA DO-160F

Shield Termination, Solder Style, Insulate, Heat-Shrinkable, Society of Automotive Engineers

Aerospace Systems Electrical Bonding and Grounding for SAE ARP1870

Introduction, Section 1 Page 1-6

Voice Channels 1 2–5

Data Speed, IGA </= 332 kbps </= 332 kbps

Data Speed, HGA </= 432 kbps </= 432 kbps

Wi-Fi Handsets No Yes

Table 2.1. Primary Configuration Feature Comparison

2.2. Internet Protocol and Data System Concepts

Description and Operation, Section 2 Page 2-1

2.2.3. LAN vs WAN

Description and Operation, Section 2 Page 2-2

Section Number 2.3.2 2.4.2

CTR DHCP Disabled Enabled

CTR Wi-Fi Enabled Enabled

SBU DHCP Enabled Enabled

SBU Wi-Fi Disabled Disabled

Enabled or Disabled (See

ST 4200 DHCP N/A Disabled

Handset Mode SwiftBroadband Mode Aircell Axxess Mode

Table 2.2. Aircell SBB System Primary Configurations Status Summary

2.3. Aircell SBB with Aircell Axxess Handsets Configuration

Description and Operation, Section 2 Page 2-3

Figure 2.1. Aircell SBB System with Aircell Axxess Handsets

2.3.3. Features and Benefits

Description and Operation, Section 2 Page 2-4

2.4. Aircell SBB with Aircell Axxess Configuration

Intermediate Dual Iridium

High Power Inmarsat

Figure 2.2. Aircell SBB System with Aircell Axxess System