Ata 23 Communications

ATA 23 COMMUNICATIONS
Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only
23.00 GENERAL Presentation
The communication system is used for any radiocommunication:

- between aircrafts in flight or on ground,
- between aircraft and ground stations,
- for aircraft internal communications.
Furthermore, the regulations impose recording of communications.
MW23.00_.01.G1L1 Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only Page 2
Each radiocommunication system is independent.

The communication system comprises:
- Audio integrating system, which manages all audio signals.
The heart of all electronic cockpit communications is the Remote Control Audio Unit (RCAU).
The RCAU contains an electronic processor for each cockpit crew member.
Each processor integrates audio controls as selected on the respective Audio Control Panel (ACP) at each cockpit crew member position.
- Passenger Address system (PA)
The Passenger Address system is used to broadcast announcements and audio signals (chime) via the cabin and the galley loudspeakers.
The announcements can be made from the cockpit or from the cabin attendant station.
- Cockpit Voice Recorder system
Recording is made in the memory with a recording capacity of 2 hours. This compares with international regulation which requires CVR system to
record 30 minutes. The CVR system is of the lastest standard and is known as Solid State Cockpit Voice Recorder (SSCVR). This system enables
recording of conversations.
A CVR system panel provides test and erase facilities.
The VHF system is used for short range communications between aircraft and ground stations.
The VHF system is connected to the Audio Integrating.
It comprises two separate VHF sets, with separate electrical supplies.
The HF system (if installed) is used for long range communications between aircraft and ground stations.
The HF system is connected to the Audio Integrating and it comprises one or two separate HF sets (single or dual HF option), with separate
electrical supplies if the dual option is installed.
The VHF system and the HF system (if installed) are managed by the Radio Management Function (RMF).
The RMF is mainly composed of two applications hosted in the Display Unit (DU) 2 and 4.
The SELective CALling (SELCAL) if installed enables communication from the ground to a specific aircraft.
The Aircraft Communication Addressing and Reporting System (ACARS) if installed, provides for the transmission of digital data to and from
aircraft via VHF, HF, and SATCOM subnetworks.
The communication system also provides:
- Navigation source identifiers reception,
- Aural alerts generated by the CCAS, the TAWS and the TCAS through the cockpit loudspeakers only.
Note that sound level for CCAS, TAWS and TCAS alerts is preset and is not adjustable.
23.00 GENERAL Cockpit Panels
On the Multi Function Display (MFD), the Virtual Control Panel (VCP) displays parameters of both VHF systems and both HF systems (if installed).
The pilot can select and modify it.
On the Engine Warning Display (EWD), the Warnings Display (WD) displays warnings and failures associated with the applicable checklist.
The Multi-purpose Control and Display Unit (MCDU) is used to display and select different parameters on both VHF systems and both HF systems
(if installed).
Furthermore, the MCDU provides the ground crew with diagnostic informations.
The Integrated Electronic Standby Instrument (IESI) is used to display and select different parameters on the VHF 1.
The Multi Controls Panel (MCP) enables to select different parameters of both VHF systems and both HF systems (if installed) which are
displayed on the Virtual Control Panel (VCP).
The Audio Control Panel (ACP) enables the:
- Selection of the transmit mode
- Audio level adjustment of the different receptions
- Selection of a VOICE ONLY
- Interphone/radio PTT control.
The Loudspeaker rotary selector enables the adjustment of the audio level of the respective loudspeaker.
The Audio Sel pushbutton enables to select the respective side of the Remote Control Audio Unit (RCAU) to operate in alternate mode.
The Loudspeaker broadcasts sounds in the cockpit.
The both Caution light indicate the reception of messages on the AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION ADDRESSING AND REPORTING SYSTEM
(ACARS) if installed.
The CALLS panel enables the management of calls between:
- the cockpit and the cabin attendant.
- the cockpit and the ground.
The SIGNS Panel generates a chime in cabin.
The Hand Microphone Jack panel enable the connection of the Hand Microphone.
Stowed in the Oxygen Stowage Box, the Oxygen Mask Microphone is fitted on the regulator of the Oxygen Mask.
The Captain and first officer INTPH/RAD PTT Switch.
The Steering Handwheel Interphone PTT Switch.
The CVR Control Unit enables the test and the erasure of the Cockpit Voice Recorder system (CVR).
The Cockpit Area Microphone (CAM) enable the recording of all sound in the cockpit.
The "RCDR/GND CTL" and RESET pushbutton switches enable manual control of both the Cockpit Voice Recorder system and of the Data
Recorder System.
The Printer enables to print datas visualized on the MCDU as ACARS messages (if installed).
The SELective CALling (SELCAL) code selector panel enables remote selection of aircraft code (if installed).
The SELective CALling (SELCAL) panel comprises:
- A P/B switch for SELCAL on VHF1/HF1
- A P/B switch for SELCAL on VHF2/HF2
- A SELCAL/RESET pushbutton switch
The SELective CALling (SELCAL) TEST pushbutton switch.
The Observer Toggle Switch.

Stowed in the Oxygen Stowage Box, the Oxygen Mask Microphone is fitted on the regulator of the Oxygen Mask.
The Boomset and the Headset Jack Panel enable the connection of the boomset and the headset.
23.00 GENERAL Cockpit Display
The Communication System indications are displayed in the Flight Compartment on the Multi Function Display (MFD).
The Communication System indications displayed on the VCP page of the Multi Function Display (MFD) are:
- VHF 1+2.
- HF 1.
- HF 2.
VHF active frequency indication:
- State 1 is displayed when the frequency is tuned with succeed.
- State 2 is displayed when the frequency tuning is in command.
- State 3 is displayed when the frequency tuning is failed.
- State 4 is displayed when the VHF status is not avail or in Test In Progress.
- State 5 is displayed when the frequency entered is out of range.
- State 6 is displayed when the VHF status is failed.
VHF standby frequency indication:

- State 1 is displayed when the frequency is tuned with succeed.
- State 2 is displayed when the VHF status is not avail.
- State 3 is displayed when the frequency entered is out of range.
VHF Transmission indication:
- State 1 is displayed during transmission.
- State 2 is displayed when there is no transmission.
The display principle of the HF active Frequency, the Standby frequency and the transmission indication are identical to VHF display principle.
HF Modulation indication:
- State 1 is displayed when the Amplitude Modulation (AM) is selected.
- State 2 is displayed when the Upper Side Band (USB) is selected.
- State 3 is displayed when there is no modulation selection avail.
HF Power indication:
- State 1 is displayed when the Low (LO) power level is selected.
- State 2 is displayed when the Medium (MED) power level is selected.
- State 3 is displayed when the High (HI) power level is selected.
- State 4 is displayed when there is no power level selection avail.
HF Squelch indication:
- State 1 displays the squelch level.
- State 2 is displayed when the squelch level is different than the selected squelch.
- State 3 is displayed when the squelch level is not avail.
23.00 GENERAL Interfaces
The Communication System is composed of four sub system:

- The Communication System
- The Internal Communication System
- The External Communication System
- The Communication Recording System
The Communication System is composed of:
- The Radio Management Function (RMF)
- The Audio Integrating
The Internal Communication System is composed of:
- The Passenger Address
The External Communication System is composed of:

- The VHF system
- The HF system (if installed)
- The Selective Calling (SELCAL) (if installed)
- The Aircraft Communication Addressing and Reporting System (ACARS) (if installed)
The Communication Recording System is composed of:
- The Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR)
The Electrical System provides power to the whole Communication System.
The Communication System receives datas from NAV AIDS ground stations as VOR, DME, ADF, Marker.
The Communication System receives voice messages or datas from Air Traffic Control (ATC) .
The Communication System receives alerts generation from the both Multifunction Computer (MFC).
The Communication System is connected to the Oxygen System for correct communication in emergency.
The Communication System receives alerts generation directly from some equipments as the Terrain & Traffic Collision Avoidance System
(T2CAS).
The Communication System broadcast warning and audio messages as Terrain & Traffic Collision Avoidance System (T2CAS).
The Communication System provides a transmission time recording signal to the AFDAU.
The Communication System is equipped of interfaces pilots/system to display and select parameters.
23.00 GENERAL Exercises
MW23.00_.05.E1L1 Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only Page 20
23.10 RMF SYSTEM System Description
The Radio Management Function (RMF) is the function that handles radio communication means and VCP/MCDU COM pages that allow access
to radio tuning pages. It handles all radio parameters such as frequencies, modes, emission power, etc...
The function is performed by RMA (Radio Management Application) that ensures data transmission between input data and radio means.
The RMF is composed of two redundant RMA which manage each one his own side.
The RMA is a software application hosted in Display Unit (DU) which manages radios parameters (frequencies, modes...) through VCP and
MCDU.
Flight crew interacts with the RMA software via the VCP.
Flight crew acts on the VCP through the Multifunction Control Panel (MCP),
and the MCDU radio COM pages.
MW23.10_.01.S1L1 Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only Page 27
The RMA is redounded and each RMA, respectively embedded in DU2 and DU4, is affected as follows:
- RMA1 manages pilots interface with VCP1 through the MCP 1 and MCDU1 for radios tuning.
- RMA2 manages pilots interface with VCP2 through the MCP 2 and MCDU2 for radios tuning.
Both RMAs are connected through a XTALK Link Synchronization.
Each RMA handle on its side the two primary tuning means, on the VCP and the MCDU COM format.
Each RMA is connected with all radios through A429 buses or discrete interfaces.
When one RMA tunes the radio selected by the pilot through VCP or MCDU means, the radio provides feedback to the both RMAs, and then to the
both VCPs and the both MCDUs.
Furthermore, both RMA are connected to both FWA (Flight Warning Application) which manages the system warnings.
The FWA hosted in both CAC (Core Avionics cabinet) acquires the RMA status and generates failure-warning messages displayed on the EWD
(Engine Warning Display).
MCDU is a devise used to tune several equipments.

To tune radio parameters, a RMS has to be selected on the first menu page.
Then Communication page is displayed with the possibility to select the radio to be tuned.
Here is its architecture to access to the VHF pages
Here is its architecture to access to the HF pages
The VCP is a part of the MFD (DU 2 and 4).

It is displayed on the bottom right of MFD.
The VCP allows to access to radios pages and parameter modification.
Some controls are provided by the Multi Function Control Panel (MCP) keyboard and the different value.
To display VCP page you have to press "COM" button on MCP and select the VHF page by using MCP's arrows
or the HF pages.
In degraded condition, i.e. if the two primary tuning means are failed, a backup tuning is dedicated to the VHF1 and cannot access any other radio.
This backup tuning mean through an ARINC 429 bus still available for VHF1 via the IESI.
23.10 RMF SYSTEM System Operation
The RMA operates on the VHF system and the HF system.

The RMA check validity of input data (such as frequency range, frequency format...) and provide visual feedbacks.
The color displayed code is:
- White:
- Page titles
- Headers
- Prompts
- Cyan:
- Modifiable data
- Validated by RMA
- Selectable data
- Special character: /
- Green:
- Non-modifiable data
- Active items in selections
- Amber:
- Invalid Commands
- FAIL status (absence of labels from radios)
- DASHED (erroneous or invalid data, parameters and "/" associated to a FAIL status)
- Radio feedback different from command
- Yellow:
- Data entered in scratchpad
- Temporary data (pending on system feedback)
At system/equipment power-up, RMA sets some initialization data.

These data, previously memorized in non-volatile memory, are based upon:
- default values
- previous values taken into account before equipment power off
On loss of one RMA, two AFDX links between VCPs and RMAs allow pilots to tune radios on his VCP on side with the RMA still available.
Moreover, the pilot can tune through its MCDU the RMA still available (both RMAs are connected to each MCDU).
Any parameter or control that is no more available or failed will be displayed in amber; the label will depend on the source of the error.
The failure displayed code is:
- RANGE ERROR in amber on the MCDU or VHF FREQ ERR in amber on the VCP:
The frequency entered is out of range.
- FORMAT ERROR in amber on the MCDU:
The frequency entered is in a wrong format.
- Data's amber
The frequency tuned by the radio is not the same that has been entered.
- Dashed amber
There is no feedback from the radio.
- FAIL amber
The radio is failed.
In case of both RMS failure, as back up, the pilot will use the IESI which is directly connected to the VHF 1 only.
Note: in case of DU2 or DU4 failure, the VCP is displayed on the DU1 or DU5 respectively.
In case of dual DU2 and DU4 failure, there are no more RMA available.
23.10 RMF SYSTEM Exercises
23.10 RMF SYSTEM Exercises
23.10 RMF SYSTEM Exercises Level 2
23.10 RMF SYSTEM Exercises Level 2
23.12 VHF SYSTEM System Description
The VHF system is used for all short-range radio communications between different aircraft in flight, between aircraft in flight or on ground and
ground stations.
The aircraft is equipped with two identical VHF systems independent of each other.
Each system comprises:
- A transceiver which provides communication channels from 118.000 to 136.992 MHz with 8.33 KHz spacing. The VHF1 is installed in the
electronic bay 84VU and the VHF 2 is installed in the electronic bay 85VU.
- A Radio Management Application (RMA) hosted in Display Unit 2 and 4, to manage VHF parameters.
- An antenna. The both VHF 1 and VHF 2 antennas are installed on the top part of the A/C.
The VHF 1 system is supplied with 28V DC from the EMER BUS.
The VHF 2 system is supplied with 28V DC from the DC BUS 2.
The VHF 1 is equipped with a back up through the IESI.

The VHF system is also connected to:
- the Remote Control Audio Unit (RCAU),
- the Cockpit Voice Recorder system,
- the SELective CALling (SELCAL) if installed.
In addition, due to the proximity of both VHF antennas, "COM to COM" interferences can be generated during voice VHF transmissions.
To prevent this interference, a function called SIMULCOM has been implemented which improves performances through an audio signal
adaptative attenuation.
Furthermore, both VHF are connected to both RMA and than to both FWA (Flight Warning Application) which manages the system warnings.
The FWA hosted in both CAC (Core Avionics cabinet) acquires the VHF status, through the RMA, and generates failure-warning messages
displayed on the EWD (Engine Warning Display).
Depending on the failure detected on the VHF system, a warnings will be displayed on the EWD (DU 3) associated with the CCAS:
- A single VHF fault (VHF1 or VHF2), will generate a FW caution message "VHF" on EWD.
- A dual VHF fault (VHF1 and VHF2 ), will generate a FW caution message "VHF 1+2"and Procedure "VHF FAIL" on EWD.
- VHF (VHF1 or VHF2) is emitting for more than 29 seconds, will generate a FW caution message "VHF EMITTING" on EWD.
In case of failure at level of the RCAU, the AUDIO SEL pushbuttons enable to connect the VHF to its side.
For maintenance purposes, the VHF system is connected through both RMA to the Centralized Maintenance Application (CMA).
The VHF System maintenance data are used by the CMA hosted in the hosted in CAC1 to provide the ground crew with diagnostic information
available on the MPC MCDU pages.
It allows to identify most clearly the possible problem occurrence root cause in the VHF system and to generate interactive BITE Self test, which
are available on Ground only, selectable through the MPC menu on MCDU Maintenance pages.
23.12 VHF SYSTEM System Operation
Each VHF chain is independent and is operating the same way:

The RMA:
- Manages radios frequency through the VCP (Virtual Control Panel) and MCDU (Multi-Control Display Unit) tuning means.
The transceiver:
- Tunes the requested frequency
- Receives audio signals from RCAU, modulates it and transmits it to the antenna.
- Receives signal from the antenna and broadcasts it to the RCAU system and the Cockpit Voice Recorder system.
- SELCAL capable, if installed
The antenna:
- Emits signals from the transceiver
- Receives VHF signals and broadcasts it to the transceiver
In degraded condition, i.e. if the two primary tuning means are failed, a backup tuning mean through an ARINC 429 bus still available for VHF1 via
the IESI.
This backup tuning is only dedicated to the VHF1 and allows modification of the VHF1 Active frequency.
The RMA:
- Allows to input an active frequency
- Allows to input a STANDBY frequency, which can become the active frequency.
- Allows to choose communication means (i.e. to choose to transmit/receive on VHF1 or VHF2)
- Turns ON or OFF squelch for VHF
The selection is accomplished by a repetitive action on the respective key until the required parameter.
- Allows access to the sub page with VHF frequencies preset
- Allows to select a preset as new active frequency by activating the associated P/B, current active frequency is allocated as standby frequency.
- Activate the EMERGENCY mode for VHF

The EMER shortcut has been implemented in order to reduce the flight crew workload in emergency situation.
It automatically tunes the emergency frequency (121.5 on the VHF) in one action.
- The scratchpad enables the entry of a new frequency.
The IESI has five push buttons and one rotary knob:
MENU push button:
- Enables sub function selection menu
SET Rotary switch:
- Sub function menu scroller
- Baro setting tuning
- VHF COM tuning
- VHF NAV tuning
- Course adjustment when in VOR mode
SEL Push button:
- Valid selection
Change cursor selection between Baro setting, VHF COM, VHF NAV and course when VOR mode.
This function is accomplished by repetitive action on the pushbutton.
A frequency selected by the MCP, the MCDU or the IESI and tuned by the VHF COM 1, is displayed on the both VCP, the both MCDU and the
IESI.
In case of failure of the VHF 1 tuning, the VHF 1 frequency is displayed in amber.
If there is no feedback from the VHF 1 system, yellow dashes appears and replaces the VHF 1 frequency.
In case of failure of the VHF 1 system, a yellow FAIL flag appears and replaces the VHF 1 frequency.
To use the VHF1 for example, the VHF 1 knob on the Audio Control Panel must be selected.
The transmission starts after setting the Push To Talk selector on the control wheel to transmit (or for the Captain Push To Talk on nose wheel
steering or INT / RAD selector on Audio Control Panel).
23.12 VHF SYSTEM Exercises
23.12 VHF SYSTEM Exercises
23.12 VHF SYSTEM Exercises Level 2
23.12 VHF SYSTEM Exercises Level 2
23.12 VHF SYSTEM Transciever Description and Operation
The VHF1 and VHF2 transceivers are located in the left electronics rack.
Location in the schematic.
MW23.12_.05.C1L3 Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only Page 65
The VHF1 and VHF2 transceivers operate in the 118.000 to 136.975 MHz range.
It enables transmission and reception of voice communications through acoustic equipment (boomset, headset, hand microphone, loudspeaker
and oxygen mask).
Each system comprises:
- an overheat protection: an automatic stop occurs if the temperature reaches 160 °C in transmission,
- an overtight (sticking PTT button) protection in emission: each action on the PTT button on the mike initializes an emission sequence of 2
minutes. Past this period, the device is stopped.
- an internal default sign: two audio signals (800 Hz) of a short period are transmitted.
VHF1 transceiver is supplied with 28 VDC from DC EMER BUS bar.

VHF2 transceiver is supplied with 28 VDC from DC MAIN BUS 2 bar.
23.12 VHF SYSTEM Static Dischargers Description
The aircraft is equipped with a total of 25 static dischargers:

- four on each aileron and one on each aileron horn,
- four on the rudder and one on the top of the vertical stabilizer,
- three on each elevator and one on each elevator horn,
- two on the tail cone.
The static charges are conducted through a difference of potential from the aircraft to the static dischargers which discharge electricity in flight.
The static dischargers are positioned in such a way that they prevent interference in the radio communication and radio navigation systems.
The static dischargers are composed of:
- a prod mounted on a base attached on the aircraft by means of screws or rivets,
- at the end of the prod, a device enabling static charges to be discharged by corona effect.
Three types of static dischargers are installed on the aircraft:

- wing vertical stabilizer tip and elevator trailing static dischargers,
- wing tip and horizontal stabilizer tip static dischargers,
- rear cone trailing static dischargers.
23.11 HF SYSTEM System Description
This system is used for all long distance radio communications between different aircraft in flight, between aircraft in flight and on ground and
between ground stations.
The aircraft can be optionally equipped with one or two HF system designed to operate in the 2 to 29.9999 MHz range providing a selection
capability of 280.000 channels, spaced at 100 Hz increments.
The dual HF system consists of:
- two transceivers with integrated power amplifier located in the AFT cargo ceiling.
- two RMA (Radio Management Application hosted in Display Unit 2 and 4) to manage HF parameters.
- two automatic antenna couplers located in the AFT cargo ceiling.
- one antenna shared (if installed) enables the reception of two frequencies but transmission of only one frequency at the same time.
It is located in the vertical stabilizer leading edge.
The HF1 system is supplied with 28VDC from DC BUS 1 and HF2 system is supplied with 28VDC from DC ESS BUS.
Note if single HF option is installed, the HF 2 will be installed and supplied by the DC ESS BUS.
The HF system is also connected to:
- the Remote Control Audio Unit (RCAU)
- the SELective CALling (SELCAL) if installed.
In addition, to avoid ADF interferences during HF transmission, ADF1 and ADF2 are inhibited leading to freeze and subsequently not display the
ADF Bearing. The RCAU "PTT Key" discrete status is used to generate the inhibition.
Furthermore, both HF are connected to both RMA and than to both FWA (Flight Warning Application) which manages the system warnings.
The FWA hosted in both CAC (Core Avionics cabinet) acquires the HF status, through the RMA, and generates failure-warning messages
displayed on the EWD (Engine Warning Display).
Depending of the failure detected on the HF system, a warnings will be displayed on the EWD (DU 3) associated with the CCAS:
- a single HF fault (HF1 or HF2), will generate a FW caution message "HF" on EWD.
- a dual HF fault (HF1 and HF2 ), will generate a FW caution message "HF 1+2" on EWD.
- HF (HF1 or HF2) is emitting for more than 29 seconds, will generate a FW caution message "HF EMITTING" on EWD.
For maintenance purposes, the HF system is connected through both RMA to the Centralized Maintenance Application (CMA).
The HF System maintenance data are used by the CMA hosted in the hosted in CAC1 to provide the ground crew with diagnostic information
It allows to identify most clearly the possible problem occurrence root cause in the HF system and to generate interactive BITE Self test, which are
available on Ground only, selectable through the MPC menu on MCDU Maintenance pages.
23.11 HF SYSTEM System Operation
If installed, each HF chain is independent until the antenna and is operating the same way:
There are two tuning means: VCP and MCDU.
The VCP is the primary tuning mean and the MCDU is the secondary tuning mean.
The RMA:
- Manages HF parameters between HF systems and tuning means
- Checks that HF parameters are correct
The transceiver:
- Generates the operating frequencies selected via the RMA.
- Amplifies and transmits modulated signals to the antenna. It is fed with modulated signals collected by the antenna.
- Transmits then the signals to the remote control audio unit (RCAU).
The automatic HF antenna coupler:

- Automatically adapts the antenna impedance according to the frequency selected. In addition, the HF Antenna Coupler, selected in
transmission mode, will inhibit the opposite HF Antenna Coupler in order to manage the same HF antenna in transmission (inhibition is assumed
through several discrete connected between the two HF Antenna Couplers.
The HF antenna:
- Allows transmission of modulated signals coming from the transmitter and reception of HF signals which are directed to the receivers.
The RMA through the VCP allows tuning:

- Active and standby frequencies
- Allows to switch them.
- Squelch control to select HF squelch level using virtual button +/-.
- Informs on modulation type and power emission level.
- Allows choosing communication means (i.e. to choose to transmit/receive on HF1 or HF2 in dual option).
Parameters are sent to VCP through MCP (primary tuning mean).
The MCDU allows tuning all HF parameters (secondary tuning mean):

- Frequencies (active and standby)
When HF is transmitting, "TX" appears in green, at right of active field.
- Mode
In standby mode the HF radio is muted.
- Modulation type
- Squelch control value
The selection is accomplished by a repetitive action on the respective key until the required value.
- Power emission level
- Preset frequencies
It also provides an access to preset frequencies (10 preset channels).
- The scratchpad enables the entry of a new frequency.
To use the HF1 for example, the HF 1 knob on the Audio Control Panel must be selected.
Note if the single HF option is installed on the aircraft, the system HF 2 will be installed.
The VCP and the MCDU will display HF 2.
23.11 HF SYSTEM Exercises
23.11 HF SYSTEM Exercises
23.11 HF SYSTEM Exercises Level 2
23.11 HF SYSTEM Exercises Level 2
23.11 HF SYSTEM HF Transciever
The dual HF system is composed of two transceivers with integrated power amplifier (Dual option). They are located in the ceiling of the AFT
cargo.
Let's have a look at their location in the schematic.
The front face of the transceiver is composed of several types of connectors:

- one connector J1 for connection with audio system,
- two connectors J2 and J5 for connection with antenna coupler,
- one connector J3 for connection with the control unit,
- one connector J4 for power supply.
The transceiver is composed of:

- Electrical power supply: the transceiver is supplied with 28VDC.
- Control module: it is connected with control lines and status of other modules and configures the various modules for frequency and operation
mode selected.
- Oscillator: it receives from control unit some information corresponding to frequency display. It also generates a stable frequency used by
receiver/exciter.
- Receiver/Exciter: it provides reception or transmission functions.
- Power amplifier: it amplifies HF signal.
Reception function:
The HF antenna receives a signal with frequency (RF) included between 2 and 29.9999 MHz.
The receiver/exciter converts HF signal into audio signal.
Transmission function:
The audio system provides an audio signal for the receiver/exciter through the microphones.
The audio signal is filtered, amplified, and then, according to the mode, it is mixed with signals from the synthesizer.
The RF transmission frequency signal is thus obtained (2 to 29.9999 MHz) and amplified before being sent to the power amplifier.
23.11 HF SYSTEM HF Coupler
The dual HF system is composed of automatic antenna couplers (Dual option). They are located in the ceiling of the AFT cargo.
The front face of the antenna coupler is composed of several types of connectors:
- one connector J1 for the power supply,
- two connectors J2 and J3 for the optic fiber connections with the transceiver,
- one connector J4 for the coaxial connection with the transceiver.
The HF antenna coupler automatically adapts the antenna impedance according to the frequency selected.
Antenna coupler is composed of:
- Electrical power supply: the antenna coupler is supplied with 28VDC.
- Discriminator: on the basis of the RF signal transmitted by the transceiver, antenna inductance and impedance status, it generates the tuning
control circuit signals.
- RF tuner: an antenna impedance of 50 Ohms is obtained using data from the control circuit.
- Control module: it receives signal from the discriminator and assures the control of the tuning circuit.
23.22 SELCAL SYSTEM System Description
SELCAL is a tone-coded signal (one code identifies one aircraft) transmitted by a ground station that wants to establish a contact with one aircraft.
When SELCAL tone-coded signal is received onboard, this signal is sent by the involved VHF or HF radio (VHF1, VHF2 and optional HF2 in single
configuration or HF1 and HF2 in dual configuration) to a SELCAL decoder and a ringing alarm will be activated by audio system to inform pilots of
this signal.
The system is composed of:

- A SELCAL decoder,
- A SELCAL code selector panel,
- A P/B switch for SELCAL on VHF1/HF1,
- A P/B switch for SELCAL on VHF2/HF2,
- A SELCAL/RESET pushbutton switch,
- A SELCAL TEST pushbutton switch.
To re-examine the various pictures of the components, click on their representations.
23.22 SELCAL SYSTEM System Operation
The SELCAL decoder is electrically connected to aircraft transceivers.

The SELCAL code selector panel enables remote selection of aircraft code which is transmitted to the decoder by assigning a binary code to each
letter.
Note: An aircraft is assigned a code in compliance with the ARINC 714 specification so that aircraft operating in the same area have different
codes.
A call consists of a single code transmission, without repetition.
Each transmitted code consists of two consecutive tone pulses. Each frequency is represented by a letter. Amplitude of signal from the receivers
may vary to a great extent.
Note: The decoder delivers a constant LF signal, whatever the input level, in order to then process a signal that always has the same amplitude.
The system tests in cycles the 5 identical input channels (VHF3 and HF2 inputs are optional) until a frequency is recognized.
Note: Before any detection, and with each switching of input channel, the decoder reads the code displayed and stores it in its memory, and this is
done for all frequencies.
After the fourth detection, a light comes on to indicates to the pilot, the channel on which the code has been received. A chime also sounds.
Then, the decoder switches over to watch condition on the five input channels.
Note: The decoder resets if it is no longer activated on a regularly recurring basis.
System test consists in sending, on analog LF input channels, frequencies corresponding to the letters displayed.
Test sequence is as follows:
- phase 1: on decoder face, all LEDs come on simultaneously for 3 seconds,
- phase 2: LEDs come on, one after the other, then go off,
- phases 3, 4, 5: non visible to user (decoder built-in tests),
- phase 6: test of code detection on each channel. LEDs come on one after the other, and at the end of this sequence, all LEDs come on, then
go off.
- complete result of test at end of sequence:
- 'GO' LED on for 3 seconds: all tests are correct,
- 'NO GO' LED on for 3 seconds: at least one of the phases is not correct.
23.22 SELCAL SYSTEM Exercises
23.22 SELCAL SYSTEM Exercises
23.22 SELCAL SYSTEM Exercises Level 2
23.22 SELCAL SYSTEM Control Unit
The SELCAL code selector panel (4RW) is located on the overhead panel.
The SELCAL Code Selector Panel comprises:

- 4 code wheels,
- 1 SELCAL code direct reading display.
Each code wheel is marked with letters from A to S (except 0 and I).
The SELCAL code selector panel is directly connected to the SELCAL decoder.
This SELCAL code is made up of two consecutive tone pulses. Each frequency is represented by a letter and is coded in BCD.
23.22 SELCAL SYSTEM SELCAL Decoder
The SELCAL decoder (1RW) is located on the 82 VU.

The SELCAL decoder face comprises seven LEDs:

- 1 GO,
- 1 NO GO,
- 1 VHF1,
- 1 VHF2,
- 1 VHF3,
- 1 HF1,
- 1 HF2.
The SELCAL decoder makes it possible to detect and process a code from ground stations on radio frequencies.
It continuously monitors all on-board receivers and has the capability of indicating the receiver to which the call has been sent (corresponding
annunciator light comes on).
It is fitted with an analog/digital converter to make the conversion of all signals.
It multiplexes 8 analog inputs.
The receiver/decoder assembly is capable of receiving and processing code assigned to the aircraft; all other codes are rejected as well as noises
and spurious frequencies.
A self-test makes it possible to check for equipment correct operation in normal utilization.
23.24 AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION ADDRESSING AND REPORTING SYSTEM (ACARS) System Description
ACARS (Aircraft Communication Addressing and Reporting System) also called DATALINK is a system which enable the transmission of digital
data to and from the aircraft.
The main purpose of the ACARS is to eliminate the need to transmit routine information by voice communications.
In addition, advantages of the ACARS are the reduction of the congestion on voice frequencies and the transmission of large amounts of
information in very short time.
In the cockpit, advantages are an organized display of information and text messages receipted which can be stored and displayed at a later time.
A printer installed in the cockpit enable to print any text messages or data for future reference.
Two types of data's can be send to the aircraft:
- The Airline Operator Communication (AOC) sends preformatted text, free text message or interacts with the onboard AOC functionality.
- The Air Traffic Control (ATC) sends message as digital ATIS, clearances, etc... or interacts with the onboard Air Traffic Services (ATS)
functionality.
On ground, different networks are available to transmit messages through different ways of communication (satellites, antennas, computers, etc...).
These networks are managed by privates companies as ARINC, SITA and others services providers.
As the airlines use one or several providers, each different networks are interconnected and enable to transmit (routing function) messages from
customers to various ground aeronautical means.
The aircraft, through a communication system receives datas.

Three ways of reception are available:
- VHF
- HF
- SATCOM
Note: the VHF is the only way used on ATR.
The communication system transfers datas receipt to the CMU, the heart of the ACARS system which computes informations.
On the MCDU, datas can be read by crew members, they also can answer to the information provider or interact with onboard AOC functionality.
Crew members can print datas for future reference.
The Flight Management System (FMS) and the Multi Purpose Computer (MPC) provides parameters and maintenance reports which will be sent
to the ground.
The functional architecture of the Datalink Communication is accomplished around:

- The CMU, located on shelf 83VU, receives the uplink and downlink digital messages from the VHF transceiver.
It also controls the transmission of these messages through the VHF transceiver.
Currently, one frequency is assigned to ACARS operation.
- The Aircraft Data Radio System.
The VHF 3 Antenna provides a mean to transmit or receive Radio Frequency (RF) signals with the ground.
The transceiver is installed in the electronic bay 83VU and the antenna is installed on the lower part of the A/C.
- two MCDUs (Multi-purpose Control and Display Units) provide an interface with ACARS to send and read datalink messages or parameters.
They are used to configure and operate the CMU.
- Printer allows printing datalink messages visualized on the MCDU.
- ECU (External Compensation Unit), located on shelf 83VU, is used to store aircraft specific configuration data.
It remains with aircraft during replacement of the CMU.
- The data loader plug, located on shelf 83VU is used to update databases and to define AOC applications in accordance with specific customer
requirement.
- FWA (Flight Warning Application) is a software application hosted inside CAC 1 and CAC 2, located in the 81VU and 82VU.
The FWA acquires the system status and generates the failure warning message on EWD related to loss of Datalink.
- MPC, located in the 81VU, provides Maintenance reports, which will be sent to the ground.
- CMA (Centralized Maintenance Application) is a software application hosted inside CAC 1, located in the 81VU.
The CMA allows the maintenance operator to access to the system failure information/report through a single interface.
- FMA (Flight Management Application) is a software application hosted inside DU 2 and DU 4, which provides parameters related to the aircraft
during the flight as latitude, longitude, clock, Fuel Quantity, etc...
- RMA (Radio Management Application) is a software application hosted inside DU 2 and DU 4, which provides the parameter related to the
Flight Identification.
- Landing Gear provides Air/Ground aircraft status for Maintenance needs.

- Aircraft relays provide information necessary to assume the OOOI (OUT-OFF-ON-IN) function.
- Recorder (A429 interface) provides, in growth potential, the possibility to forward datalink messages in formation to the Recorder System.
- The CMU is supplied with 28 VDC from the DC BUS 2.
- The ECU power supply is provided by the CMU.
- The VHF 3 system is supplied with 28 VDC from the DC BUS 2.
During the flight, pilots shall be informed of the Datalink status:

- Reception of ACARS message onboard Information related of an ACARS message reception is provided through two lights located on the
glareshield.
- Information related to the Datalink loss is provided through a Flight Warning alert and is displayed on EWD (Engine Warning Display).
The both ACARS message lights are temporary inhibited during take-off phase with the same principle as for CAUTION lights (TO INHIB logic).
For maintenance purposes, the CMU and the VHF3 are connected to the Centralized Maintenance Application (CMA).
The CMU and the VHF3 maintenance data are used by the CMA hosted in the CAC1 to provide the ground crew with diagnostic information
It allows to identify most clearly the possible problem occurrence root cause on the CMU and the VHF 3.
In addition, an interactive BITE Self test, which is available on Ground only, is selectable through the MPC menu on MCDU Maintenance pages.
23.24 AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION ADDRESSING AND REPORTING SYSTEM (ACARS) System Operation
ACARS (Aircraft Communication Addressing and Reporting System) also called DATALINK is a system that provides for the transmission of digital
data to and from aircraft.
The application menu of the ACARS DATALINK (DL) is accessible after press DL key on the MCDU.
It is divided in 3 parts:
- AOC (Airline Operation Communication):
AOC Menu, and all menus selected through this menu are generated by the CMU AOC software.
AOC-Services provided by the AOC application are in accordance with specific customer requirement.
It can include the capability to send and receive preformatted text, free text messages, retrieve various weather reports, recall flight plans and
automatically transmit position/time reports, etc...
- ATS (Air Traffic Services):
ATS provided by the ATS application include the ability to retrieve Air Traffic Information Service (ATIS), Air Traffic Control (ATC) Flow and
Clearance reports (Departure).
- ATS-Services:
ATIS reports contain traffic information associated with the departure and arrival airports.
Clearance reports contain information associated with pre-departure clearances.
- Technical Applications:
The technical application provides a collection of interfaces which are used to view system status and update systems parameters and certain test
capabilities.
This application can be used to display various configuration part numbers, the connection status of peripherals, the datalink status of each
available data radio, and the current stated of various discrete inputs.
This application can also be used to access and update data contained in the External Compensation Unit and set a clock used by the other data
link applications.
23.24 AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION ADDRESSING AND REPORTING SYSTEM (ACARS) Exercises
23.24 AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION ADDRESSING AND REPORTING SYSTEM (ACARS) Exercises
23.24 AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION ADDRESSING AND REPORTING SYSTEM (ACARS) Exercises Level 2
23.24 AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION ADDRESSING AND REPORTING SYSTEM (ACARS) Communication Management Unit (CMU)
The airborne CMU system provides a mobile data link service through various subnetworks between the on-board datalink applications and the
ground.
The CMU enables the aircraft to operate as a mobile terminal which is provided with both Air Traffic Services (ATS) and Airline Operational
Communication (AOC) messages and datas.
- The CMU, located on shelf 83VU, functions as the central processing and routing computer of the airborne portion of data link system.
The management unit uses a multiprocessor architecture to provide the maximum of flexibility and of power.
The CMU gathers on-board aircraft data from the various peripherals for information such as tail number, flight number, departure station,
destination station which are used in downlink messages as well as for event detection.
Inputs may also come from the flight crew using the MCDU.
- The ECU (External Compensation Unit) is used to store aircraft specific configuration data.
It remains with aircraft during replacement of the CMU.
The system provides an advanced logical channel implementation for the VHF networks.
It allows the aircraft to locate a ground station for communication, monitor the frequency to insure continued successful communications with the
ground station, manages switching from ground station to ground station, provides the ground network with certain maintenance downlinks, and
operates in the ACARS environment using network wide communications.
The ACARS VHF operates at a frequency:
- 131.550 MHz in the United States,
- 131.475 MHz (primary frequency) in Canada,
- 131.725 MHz (primary frequency) in Europe (SITA).
The CMU is powered with 28V DC BUS 2.
The Technical application provides collection of interfaces to use view system status, update system parameters and test certain capabilities. This
application can display various configuration part numbers, the connection status of peripherals used by the CMU, the Data Link status of each
available data radio and the current state of various discrete inputs.
All software programs, databases and configuration tables in the CMU are loadable with an Data Loader.
The CMU goes into the Data Load Mode when the aircraft is on the ground, the dataload physical discrete is set to load and the dataloader has
been sending transmission signal for at least 2 seconds.
23.24 AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION ADDRESSING AND REPORTING SYSTEM (ACARS) External Compensation Unit (ECU)
The Communications Management Unit (CMU) requires to operate with an interface which is the Airplane Personality Module (APM).
The External Compensation Unit (ECU) serves as the APM.
- The ECU (External Compensation Unit), located on shelf 83VU, is used to store aircraft specific configuration data.
Note: the ECU remains with aircraft during replacement of the CMU.
The ECU is powered with 8VDC which is provided by the CMU.
The Technical application accessible with the MCDU, can query and update data contained in the Airplane Personality Module (APM) and set a
clock used by other Data Link applications.
The CMU menus refer to an APM, which is understood to be the ECU.

The CMU menus are accessible after the PASSWORD screen.
Enter the password then press the PASSWORD line input key to progress to the PROTECTED MENU screen.
The password is defined to be the current time (as displayed at the bottom of the MCDU) in the format HHMM. For example, on the PASSWORD
screen, the password would be 1057.
The APM WARNING and APM MENU screens provide access to the APM status and to the configuration pages.
23.24 AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION ADDRESSING AND REPORTING SYSTEM (ACARS) Printer
A printer enable crew members to print datas visualized on MCDUs for future reference.
The Printer, located in the flight compartment, is supplied by the 115VAC BUS2.
The front face of the printer features:

- a PPR ADV pushbutton switch causing paper to advance.
- a SELF TEST pushbutton switch. During the self-test, the printer prints a test pattern in 40, 66 and 80 column modes.
- a PWR ON indicator light (green) indicating printer energization.
- an ALERT RESET pushbutton switch resetting the PTR BUSY indicator light.
- a PTR BUSY indicator light.
- On continuously (amber): indicates reception or printing of a message.
- Flashing: indicates end of message printing.
- If the end of the message is not received approximately 2 mn after the beginning of the message transmission, the PTR BUSY indicator light
goes off indicating that the printer has automatically reset to the ready state pending the next message.
As exemple of operation, crew members can print ATIS informations of an specific airport for future reference.
23.36 VIDEO CABIN System Description
The Video Cabin System consist of retractable video screens located at the level of the PSU which are deployed and display a video chosen by
the cabin attendant.
The Video Cabin System is positioned in such a way that flight/cabin crew operating procedures and normal passenger movement are not
impeded.
A retractable Cabin Display Unit (CDU) is located every 2 seat rows and the sound is displayed through the existing passenger address system.
To minimize passenger injury risk during flight (screens deployed), all the CDU are located strictly above seat backrests.
Furthermore, in case of electrical failure of the Video Cabin system, it is possible to stow the screens manually.
The video comes from a DVD player, the Multi Media Player Unit (MMPU) located just above the Video Cabin Command Unit (VCCU). The disc
can be inserted easily through the front slot and the control buttons (play, stop...) are also located on the front side of the player.
The MMPU is located on the front partition such that a CD would not constitute a danger if ejected.
A remote Control allows to control the DVD Player, in particular for functions such as navigating in the DVD Menus, choosing languages and
sub-titles, etc.
This remote control should be stowed in the galley stowage when not in use and its use does not interfere with any aircrafts systems.
The Video Cabin Command Unit (VCCU) enables the control of the system by the cabin crew or by the aircraft systems (public address,
information signs, etc.).
The Video Cabin Command Unit (VCCU) is composed of a 5" screen and a keyboard which allows the flight attendant to choose and control the
images or sound displayed in the cabin. These keyboards allow to choice source (DVS, CD, MP3), control sound in the cabin, and control
brightness of passengers screens.
The Power and Video Control Unit (PVCU) interfaces with the aircraft to receive the general power supply for the complete system.
It's located in the rear flight attendant partition area.
The displayed video is chosen by the cabin attendant and is common to all cabin screens.
The sound is also common to all passengers and is displayed by the cabin loudspeakers through a connection from the PVCU to the Passenger
Address.
A relay enable the Passenger Address to override the Video Cabin system to permit a passenger announcement.
The PVCU is also connected to the Passenger sign to switch on the passenger sign fitted on each screen.
The PVCU is powered by 28VDC Bus 1.
Then it supplies the VCCU with 5VDC and 12VDC, the MMPU with 28VDC and all CDU with 12VDC.
To re-examine the various pictures of the components, click on their representations.
23.36 VIDEO CABIN System Operation
The Video Cabin System operates in the following way: the PVCU interfaces with the aircraft to receive the general power supply for the complete
system. The system is powered by 28 VDC Bus 1 Sect 1.
Then, it redistributes power and information to the other subparts, according to the information received by the VCCU or by the aircraft systems
(public address, information signs, etc.).
The VCCU is switched on by pressing longer on "Stand-By" button until it lights on: the system is active, with the screens still closed.
Choice of the source and preview on VCCU Screen:
- If the DVD is the only source installed on the Video Cabin System, just press on "DVD" button and the key will blink while VCCU screen will
display the media (if it has been started before on the MMPU-DVD Player).
- If there are several sources (cameras are optional, not yet available) press on any "CAM 1", "CAM 2", "CAM 3", "CAM 4" or "DVD" buttons and
the light of the button will blink while the media chosen is displayed on the VCCU screen.
- Once the media has been chosen on the VCCU screen, the cabin attendant can send it on CDUs by pressing "PAX" button.
All the CDUs will deploy in the cabin at once and the media that has been previewed on the VCCU screen will be displayed in the cabin. The
sound as well is displayed at this moment.
The button of the media sent to the cabin lights on permanently ("DVD" or "CAM 1", "CAM 2", "CAM 3", "CAM 4" buttons).
Sound control:
Press "CTRL" + "CAM 3" or "CAM 4" buttons to adjust sound level. This action is only available when a media with sound is displayed in the cabin.
Brightness control:
Press "CTRL" + "CAM 1" or "CAM 2" buttons to adjust brightness level of all the screens simultaneously.
To change media displayed in the cabin without retracting the CDUs:

The media displayed in the cabin is indicated on the VCCU by the button lighted. Press on any other media button, it will be displayed on the
VCCU screen only and the button will blink.
If the media chosen is not the one desired, press again a media button. When the media visualized is the good one, it can be sent to the cabin
CDUs by "PAX" button.
To quit the media displayed in the cabin:
Press "CTRL" + "PAX" buttons.
The screens will all retract simultaneously, but the cabin crew attendant will still have the media displayed on the VCCU screen (the button of the
media displayed blinks). Another media can be chosen and sent to the cabin again.
The VCCU is switched OFF by pressing longer on "Stand By" button. The button blinks to indicate that a shutdown sequence is pending.
Cabin monitors retract automatically if needed. After this sequence, the power is then switched off and all buttons backlights are off.
23.36 VIDEO CABIN Exercises
23.36 VIDEO CABIN Exercises
23.36 VIDEO CABIN Exercises Level 2
23.36 VIDEO CABIN Exercises Level 2
23.36 VIDEO CABIN CDU
Retractable passenger screens (CDU) are located at the level of the PSU (every 2 seat). To minimize passenger injury risk during flight (screens
deployed), all the CDU are located strictly above seat backrests.
Lets have a look at their location in the schematic.
Each CDU is composed of:

- a LCD screen,
- additional visible signs in the upper part (with CDU in deployed position).
In case of electrical failure of the Video Cabin System, it is possible to stow the screens manually.
With CDU in deployed position, additional visible signs, located in the upper part of the screen frame, are used.
With CDU in stowed position, the existing standard signs are used. The layout of these standard signs is the same as the one used without Video
Cabin System.
Note: The signs installed on CDU and the ones already existing on PSU are equivalent in terms of power supply.
23.36 VIDEO CABIN VCCU
The Video Cabin Command Unit (VCCU) is located in the rear flight attendant station, above the flight attendant interphone.
23.36 VIDEO CABIN VCCU
The VCCU is composed of:

- a 5" screen,
- a keyboard.
The keyboard allows the flight attendant to:
- Choose source by pressing DVD, CAM 1, CAM 2, CAM 3 or CAM 4 buttons,
- Control sound by pressing CTRL and CAM 3 or CAM 4 buttons,
- Control brightness of passengers screens by pressing CTRL and CAM 1 or CAM 2 buttons.
- Send the media chosen on the CDU by pressing PAX button.
23.36 VIDEO CABIN MMPU
The Multimedia Player Unit is located just below the flight attendant panel, in the rear station.
The MMPU is located on the front partition such that a CD would not constitute a danger if ejected. Indeed it is located at a minimum height of 5.58
feet (1.70m).
A remote control allows to control the DVD Player, in particular for functions such as navigating in the DVD Menus, choosing languages and
sub-titles etc...
This remote control should be stowed away in the galley stowage when not in use. The use of this remote control does not interfere with any of the
aircrafts systems.
The formats read by the MMPU are:
- Audio Format: MP3, LPCM, MPEG1, MPEG2, and Surround sound,
- Video Format: PAL/NTSC.
The types of discs read by the MMPU are:
- DVD-Video Disc: 12 or 8 cm single/double sided, single/double layer,
- Compact Disc: 12 or 8 cm CD-DA, Video CD, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW.
23.36 VIDEO CABIN PVCU
The Power and Video Control Unit (PVCU) is located in the rear cargo area, behind the flight attendant partition.
The PVCU is connected to the aircraft power supply. It also receive Multi Media Player data, instructions for safety labels and 4 additional video
signals (optional).
The PVCU provide power and data to Cabin Display Units (left side), Cabin Display Units (right side) and attendant's screen (VCCU). It also
provide audio signals to cabin loudspeakers via Passenger Address system.
The PVCU is connected to the aircraft power supply and to the other units of the system.
To avoid any risk of over-heating, the PVCU will switch the power off automatically in case of very high temperature (>+343 K in the PVCU).
Once the air conditioning has been running for a while and the temperature has gone down to ambient level, the system can be used normally.
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM System Description
The passenger address system enables the crew members and the Cabin Attendant to transmit announcements to the passengers.
Connections are made through the passenger address amplifier (PA) which is installed in the electronics rack, on shelf 81VU.
The passenger address is connected to:
- the digital remote control audio unit (RCAU).
This connection enables the Captain and the First Officer to transmit announcements to passengers without using any special telephone handset.
The cockpit announcement gets priority over cabin attendant announcement and tape reproducer.
The MFC modules connections enable the Passenger Address sound attenuator to be inhibited as soon as one engine is started.
This results in the announcement volume increasing by 6 dB.
- A telephone handset located at the Cabin Attendant's forward and aft stations.
The forward attendant handset is optional.
- A transformer is installed in the electronics rack, on shelf 81VU.
- 12 Loudspeakers distributed throughout the passenger compartment,

Furthermore, one loudspeaker is located in the lavatory, and one is located in the galley.
Note that the MFCs connection also enables the muting of the galley loudspeaker when an cabin attendant handset is used to avoid accoustic
effect.
- The Music Tape Reproducer is used to automatic broadcasting of passenger announcements before the flight as well as to broadcast music in
the cabin.
The Music Tape Reproducer is muted each time a message is broadcasted from crew members or cabin attendant.
- The power supply
The passenger address components are supplied with 28 VDC ESS BUS.
- the CALLS/ATTND lighted pushbutton located in the flight compartment.
- The lighted "CAPT" and "PASSENGER" sign control located on the attendant panel.
the attendant call lighted pushbutton located on each passenger service unit (PSU).
These connections enable to deliver a chime at each activation.
- the attendant call lighted pushbutton located on each passenger service unit (PSU).
These connections enable to deliver a chime at each activation.
- the cockpit voice recorder system.
This connection enables recording of announcements to passengers.
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM System Operation
To perform an announcement from the cockpit to the passengers, the pilot press the "PA" key on the Audio Control Panel.
The "PA" key light illuminates. Then the pilot must take the microphone and press the Push-To-Talk pushbutton. He can also use the boomset, the
oxygen mask microphone and the PTT on the control wheels or on the nose wheel steering or the INT/RAD selector on the ACP.
The audio signal is broadcast by the 14 cabin loudspeakers via the Remote Control Audio Unit and the PA amplifier.
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM System Operation
To make an announcement from the cabin attendant to the passengers, the handset must be removed from its base.
The handset is energized. "PA" pushbutton must be pressed to connect handset's microphone to the PA amplifier.
The LED associated with the "PA" pushbutton illuminates green. Press the handset Push-To-Talk pushbutton to make an announcement.
The audio signal is broadcast by the 14 cabin loudspeakers via the PA amplifier.
When put back on its cradle, the handset is de-energized and the LED associated with the "PA" pushbutton goes out.
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM Exercises
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM Exercises
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM Exercises Level 2
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM Exercises Level 2
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM Amplifier
The passenger address amplifier is located in the electronics racks, on shelf 85VU.
Lets have a look at its location in the schematic.
The PA amplifier enables broadcasting of announcements to passengers. It also enables broadcasting of recorded announcements.
The front panel of the box comprises:
- a power stage heat sink,
- an equipment carrying handle secured to the heat sink,
- 3 level adjustment potentiometers (ATTND Crew, Music and Chime).
On the rear part, the amplifier is equipped with a dual installation output (J1 and J2 connectors) which delivers the voltage required for possible
modulation of another PA amplifier.
A nameplate is also affixed to the rear panel.
The amplifier comprises a supply system, a 60W power amplifier, a micro input circuit with associated priorities and a chime circuit (494 Hz) with
associated controls.
Cockpit announcements are given priority over cabin attendant announcements and music tape reproducer via the Cockpit Priority System (CPS).
The audio level is attenuated by 6 dB when no engine is running.
As soon as one engine has started, via the engine low oil pressure signals, the sound attenuation is no longer performed.
The components are supplied with 28VDC from the DC ESS Bus.
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM Cabin Loudspeakers
The aircraft is equipped with fourteen loudspeakers located in the cabin on the Passenger Service Units, in the galley and in the toilet.
Twelve loudspeakers and their related matching transformers are mounted in the passenger service units, installed in the cabin ceiling.
The thirteenth loudspeaker is mounted in the galley.
The fourteenth loudspeaker is mounted in the toilet.
The purpose of the loudspeaker transformer is to match the PA amplifier output impedance to the loudspeaker impedance.
The output power is 2W for an impedance of 8 Ohms. The bandwidth is 100 Hz to 6 KHz.
The cabin loudspeakers broadcast audio signals and announcements.
Their nominal power is 10W for an impedance of 8 Ohms. The bandwidth is 80 Hz to 10 KHz.
The passenger compartment loudspeakers are stowed in a polycarbon casing
Two "FASTON" lugs are used for electrical connection of the loudspeaker.
A label is placed on the rear part of each cabin loudspeaker.
The audio level of loudspeaker located in galley area aft the passenger compartment is cut off each time the passenger attendant presses the PTT
switch on the handset for passenger announcement.
The audio level of the fourteen loudspeakers increases by 6 dB when an engine is started.
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM Cabin Attendant Handset
One cabin attendant handset is provided in the cabin attendant station, aft of the aircraft.
A second handset can be installed (on ATR 72 only) in an optional way on the partition between the cabin and the front cargo area.
The cabin attendant handset assembly comprises:

- a plastic cast base,
- a cast handle,
- an handset,
The attendant handset is a plug-in unit centered and attached by means of four captive screws.
An extendable cord fitted with a connector enables connection of the handset to the base.
The handset comprises:

- a high level microphone,
- a receiver,
- a Push-To-Talk (PTT) switch on the handle.
The part features three illuminated pushbuttons:

- CALL to call the crew members,
- PA to communicate with the passengers via the cabin loudspeakers,
- EMER to call the crew members in case of emergency.
If an optional second handset is installed forward of the cabin, a fourth illuminated ATT pushbutton is provided which enables intercommunication
between both cabin attendant handsets.
The rear section of the attendant handset accommodates:

- rectangular connector J1, secured by two screws and fitted with a spring locking system which retains the aircraft connector plug,
- the equipment identification plate,
- electro-sensitive yellow warning label.
The handset is electrically connected to the Passenger Address (PA) system which provides amplification and routing of communication to the
passengers or to the crew members.
The inputs of the PA system are selected according to priority : the handset input is interrupted each time that a message is broadcasted from
flight compartment.
The handset is supplied by the 28VDC ESS Bus.
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM Announcement
The music tape reproducer is located on the attendant panel.

Lets have a look at its location in the schematic.
The tape reproducer enables automatic broadcasting of passenger announcements (many languages can be selected) before the flight. It can also
be used to broadcast music in the cabin.
It is a comfort product for pre-recorded music and announcements messages which are stored on a variable capacity PC Card.
The front face comprises:

- a LCD on the access flap to the flash card memory,
- a key used to energize or de-energize the system,
- a key used to start or stop the broadcast of the music or of announcement,
- a key used to selection forward,
- a key used to selection backward,
- a key used to browse in the selection menu of mode and parameters,
- a rotary switch with two functions: adjust volume in play mode (music or announcement) or select the data in programming mode by rotation
and validate by pressing it,
- a mechanical pushbutton switch used to unlock access flap of flash card memory and exchange of this card.
The tape reproducer is electrically connected to the Passenger Address (PA) system which provides amplification and distribution of messages
through all the cabin loudspeakers.
The inputs of the Passenger Address system are selected according to priority : the tape reproducer input is interrupted each time that a message
is broadcasted from flight compartment or cabin attendant station.
The tape reproducer is supplied by the 28VDC UTLY BUS 1.
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING System Description
The audio integrating system enables:

- radio communications between the aircraft and ground stations,
- interphone between the various stations in the flight compartment,
- interphone between the flight compartment and the Cabin Attendant station,
- interphone between the flight compartment and the ground mechanic through the service interphone jack located in the ground power
receptacle housing and through two other service interphone jacks,
- broadcasting messages from the flight compartment to passengers in cabin through loudspeakers.
- broadcasting of aural warnings generated by the centralized crew alerting system (CCAS), the Terrain Awareness and Warning System
(TAWS
) and the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS).
The audio integrating system comprises:

- a remote control audio unit (RCAU), located in the 81 VU.
- two audio control panels (ACP) which enable the selection of the transmission channels and the audio levels.
The control signals are centralized and then directed to the RCAU through a digital data bus.
- three jack panels for connection of a boomset and a headset.
- two jack panels for connection of a hand microphone.
- two headsets.
- three boomsets.
- two hand microphones.
- two masks.
- two loudspeakers.
- two loudspeaker potentiometers for audio level adjustment.
- two INTPH/RAD PTT switches (on Captain and First Officer control wheels).
- a RAD PTT switch (on steering control handwheel).
- two AUDIO SEL pushbutton switches used in case of failure of the RCAU.
- one INTPH/RAD PTT switch (on front face of electronics rack 80VU, on aisle side).
The system is supplied with 28VDC from the DC ESS BUS and the DC STBY BUS, for the digital/analog processing boards, on Captain and First
Officer sides and for the loudspeaker amplifier, on Captain side.
It is supplied with 28VDC ESS BUS for the First Officer loudspeaker amplifier.
The system is built around a RCAU which enables:
- In Transmit Mode
Transmission to the desired communication sub-systems.
- In Receive Mode
Reception of audio outputs from the various navigation and communication systems,
adjustment of audio levels according to selections made by the Captain and the First Officer and transmission to the operating stations.
The RCAU is connected to the Cockpit Voice Recorder system.
The RCAU is also connected to the Passenger Address (PA) and generates a chime during the flight compartment call to the Cabin Attendant.
The aural warnings generated by the CCAS, the TCAS and the TAWS are also broadcast by the cockpit loudspeakers. They are directly
connected to the amplifiers without passing through the audio level adjustment knobs (i.e. the volume is preset).
The communications between the flight compartment and the Cabin Attendant station is made through the connection with cabin attendant
handset.
The interphone between the flight compartment and the ground mechanic is made through the service interphone connection.
In case of RCAU failure, the AUDIO SEL pushbutton enables to connect the VHF 1 to the captain side or the VHF 2 to the First Officer side
(alternate mode).
On the affected side, the Passenger Address, the interphone, the other VHF and the HF (if installed) can not be used any longer.
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING System Operation
The audio integrating system is built around the Remote Control Audio Unit (RCAU) which enables reception of audio signals from the various
navigation and communication systems, and transmission to the operating stations.
The Audio Control Panel (ACP) is used for reception.
The ACP provides the audio level adjustment of communication systems.
It also provides the audio level adjustment of all navigation systems.
When depressed, the VOICE ONLY key illuminates amber and inhibits NAV receivers station identification at 1020 Hz by activating a band cut off
filter.
Two loudspeakers are mounted in the cockpit ceiling, on each side. Each loudspeaker audio level can be adjusted by its associated volume control
knob.
Note: The CCAS, the TCAS and the GPWS alerts are at a preset volume and are not adjustable.
The headsets and boomsets for Captain and First Officer are connected via two jack panels, installed in the cockpit ceiling close to the electric and
electronic racks.
The ACP is also used for transmission. It provides selection of the various communication channels via the six provided keys. The selected key
illuminates white.
Note: All the six keys are interlocked so that only one can be pushed down at a time.
The ACP is also composed of an INT / RAD selector. The INT steady position is the hot mike position allowing communications between crew
members without selecting any other key.
The intercommunication uses boomset microphone or the crew oxygen mask.
With the INT / RAD selector in neutral position, the interphone transmission mode is obtained by using the unsteady forward interphone position of
the PTT selector located on each control wheel.
In neutral position, the radio transmission mode is obtained by previously selecting the radio configuration.
Then, the unsteady back radio position of the PTT selector located on each control wheel is used. The boomset or crew oxygen mask microphone
are used to speak.
Note: A RAD PTT pushbutton is also provided on the nose wheel steering control.
The hand microphone can also be used by pressing its PTT pushbutton.
The RAD unsteady position is yet another PTT which allows transmission via the boomset or the oxygen mask microphone over the selected radio
system or Passenger Address.
During a flight, a RCAU failure occurs on the Captain's digital and audio processing board in the RCAU. Any failure detected in audio processing
leads the CCAS to trigger the following alerts:
- a single chime is broadcast in the flight compartment,
- the Master CAUTION flashes amber,
- AUDIO caution message with its procedure appears on the EWD,
- the FAULT legend illuminates amber on the AUDIO SEL associated pushbutton.
Note: A RCAU power supply loss will lead to the same alerts.
Let's have a look at the check list for the corrective actions.
In first, the Master CAUTION is cleared. Master CAUTION light extinguishes.
Then, the procedure displayed on the EWD is followed: the AUDIO 1 SEL pushbutton is switched to "ALTN". The "ALTN" legend illuminates white
and the "FAULT" light extinguishes.
Now, the faulty channel operates in alternate mode. This connects directly and exclusively the transmission on the associated VHF system. In this
example, VHF1 is directly connected to the Captain even if the associated ACP is switched on the VHF2.
Note: VHF2 would be connected to the First Officer by switching the AUDIO 2 SEL pushbutton to "ALTN" mode in case of F/O channel failure.
Note that on the affected side, Passenger Address, interphone and other VHF (or HF if installed) can no longer be used.
The pilots need to call the cabin attendant. The audio level is adjusted with the INT knob and the INT / RAD selector is normally set to the INT
position.
Then, the pilot press the CALLS / ATTND pushbutton on the CALLS panel. The single chime sound is broadcast via the cabin loudspeakers and
the "CAPT" green LED light on the cabin attendant panel illuminates.
The cabin attendant lifts the telephone handset and press the CALL pushbutton on the handset control panel.
On the handset control panel, the indicator light associated with the CALL pushbutton illuminates green, while the "CAPT" green LED light on the
cabin attendant panel extinguishes.
In the flight compartment, "CALL" legend on the CALLS / ATTND pushbutton illuminates blue in association with a door bell sound broadcast via
the cockpit loudspeakers. The reception and audio channels of attendant handset are now electromechanically connected to the RCAU and both
stations can communicate.
Because of the repetitive door bell sound, the pilot must perform a reset on the CALLS panel. Once the RESET pushbutton is pressed, the "CALL"
blue legend extinguishes and the door bell sound is cancelled.
Normally, the VHF1 transmission key is switched on and the INT / RAD selector is set to INT position. Boomset is used to communicate to the
cabin attendant.
Communication to the cabin attendant is performed through headsets or loudspeakers, microphones and PTT switches or through boomset and by
setting PTT selector on the control wheel to INT position.
Communication from the cabin attendant station is performed through the handset and the PTT switch.
Once communication is finished, the cabin attendant replace the handset on its holder. The indicator light on the handset control panel
extinguishes and the system returns to initial configuration.
In case of emergency, the operation is similar to normal operation except that the pilot has to press successively three times on CALLS / ATTND
pu
shbutton. This activates three single chimes sound in the cabin loudspeakers.
The cabin attendant lifts the handset and presses the EMER pushbutton on the handset control panel, which illuminates red on the associated
indicator light.
In the flight compartment, on the CALLS/ ATTND pushbutton "CALL" legend illuminates blue and "EMER" legend illuminates red in association
with a repetitive door bell sound.
The pilot then has to press the RESET pushbutton.
Now, the cabin attendant needs to call the pilots . The cabin attendant lifts the telephone handset which is then energized and press the CALL
pushbutton on the handset control panel.
On the handset control panel, the indicator light associated with the CALL pushbutton illuminates white. In the flight compartment, "CALL" legend
on the CALLS/ ATTND pushbutton illuminates blue in association with a door bell sound broadcast via the cockpit loudspeakers.
Once RESET pushbutton pressed, the "CALL" blue legend extinguishes and the door bell sound is cancelled. Both stations can communicate.
After communication, the handset is put back on its holder. The indicator light on the handset control panel extinguishes and the system returns to
initial configuration.
In case of emergency, the operation is similar to normal operation except that the cabin attendant has to press the EMER pushbutton on the
handset control panel. On the handset control panel, the indicator light associated with the EMER pushbutton illuminates red.
with a repetitive door bell sound. The pilot then has to press the RESET pushbutton to shut off the repetitive door bell sound.
Once RESET pushbutton pressed, the "CALL" blue legend and the "EMER" red legend extinguishes and the door bell sound is cancelled. Both
The pilots need to call the ground crew. The audio level is adjusted with the INT knob and the INT/ RAD selector is normally set to the INT
position. The pilot press the CALLS/ MECH pushbutton on the CALLS panel.
The mechanical horn ring in the nose wheel bay as long as the CALLS/ MECH pushbutton is pressed in the flight compartment.
The mechanic can then connect his headset to one of the three interphone jacks, in the ground power receptacle, in the hydraulic bay or in the aft
avionics compartment.
The ground crew wants to call the pilots. The DC ground power receptacle provides a cabin crew call pushbutton.
In the flight compartment, on the CALLS/ MECH pushbutton "CALL" legend illuminates blue in association with a repetitive door bell sound.
The pilot press the RESET pushbutton to shut off the repetitive door bell sound.
Normally, the VHF1 transmission key is switched ON and the INT/RAD selector is set to INT position. Boomset is used to communicate to the
cabin attendant.
Communication to the ground crew is performed through headsets or loudspeakers, microphones and PTT switches or through boomset and by
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING Exercises
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING Exercises
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING Exercises Level 2
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING Remote Control Audio Unit
The Remote Control Audio Unit is located on shelf 81VU in the electronic racks.
Let's have a look at its location in the schematic.
The Remote Control Audio Unit (RCAU) is the main component of the audio integrating system. It allows using any communication or navigation
system with any earphone and microphone combination.
The unit comprises two processing boards associated with the Captain and First Officer Audio Control Panels (ACP).
Provision is given for installation of a third optional board to supply an additional Audio Control Panel.
The unit also comprises an interphone amplifier, two audio amplifiers connected to the loudspeakers, reception signal mixing and adjusting circuits,
the filter and the direct supply regulation.
The RCAU is secured to a standard rack mount by means of two locking nuts.
The processing unit of the Remote Control Audio Unit (RCAU) fulfills the following functions:
- Directing and mixing of adjusted reception signals associated with each remote control of the ACP.
- Micro selection and level adjustment at the headsets through the interphone amplifier.
- Amplification for reception on loudspeaker with muting during transmission.
Note: Aural warnings are always broadcast by the cockpit loudspeakers.
The muting circuit has no effect on them. It is operative in both loudspeaker amplifiers as soon as one crew member is transmissing.
- Interphone between the two crew members, the observer, the cabin attendant and the ground mechanic.
- In alternate mode, minimum operation of the system, through direct connection to VHF1 for Captain side, VHF2 for First Officer side.
- Indicating in case of RCAU failure.
- Priority control of HF1 over HF2 (in case of optional HF system installation).
The RCAU is power supplied by the 28VDC ESS Bus in flight and by the 28VDC STBY Bus on ground.
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING Audio Control Panel
Two Audio Control Panels (ACP) are located on center pedestal.

A third optional Audio Control Panel can be installed for the observer.
The ACPs enables selection of transmit modes, audio level adjustment, selection of a band suppressor filter and interphone/ radio PTT control.
The ACPs are directly connected to the RCAU by means of ARINC 429 busses.
The ACP panel is composed of:
- A set of volume control knobs which enable audio level adjustment of communications (VHF1, VHF2, Interphone and Passenger Address) and
navigation identifiers facilities (VOR/ ILS, DME, ADF and MKR).
- A set of transmission keys to select desired transmitter (VHF1, VHF2, Interphone and Passenger Address) by pressing the related pushbutton.
When depressed, the pushbutton illuminates white. The pushbuttons are interlocked so that only one can be pushed down at a time.
Note: HF1 and HF2 transmission selection keys and HF1, HF2, MLS, ADF2 and DME2 audio level adjustment knobs are already installed on the
ACP but will of course be inoperative if the systems have not been installed.
The ACP panel is also composed of:

- A VOICE ONLY pushbutton which enables muting of navaid morse code identifier by activating a band cut off filter above 1020 Hz. Only voice
identification of navaids are then heard. This pushbutton illuminates amber when depressed.
- An INT/ RAD selector which provides selection of transmission mode when using the oxygen mask or boomset microphones:
- When in INT (Interphone hot mike) position, interphone is always operative between crew and ground personnel. Other transmissions require
selection of a transmission key and use of a PTT pushbutton.
- When in neutral position, the interphone hot mike mode is turned off. Interphone can be used by selecting PTT pushbutton on the control
wheel to the forward position. Transmission requirements remain unchanged.
- The spring-loaded RAD (Radio) position must be held in the aft position to activate the selected transmitter from boomset and oxygen mask
microphones. This position works in parallel with the control wheel and nose wheel steering PTT.
Recovering boomset microphone function after the oxygen mask has been used requires that both oxygen mask box doors are shut and that test/
reset pushbutton is pressed.
The Audio Control Panel is mainly a remote control panel. The inner electronic components permanently check the state of the front face controls.
The control signals are converted into logic data which are then stored in memory.
The discrete-type control signals are directly usable. The progressive level control signals are coded on 8 bits.
Starting from this data, the system generates series of words in order to control the RCAU through an ARINC 429 two-wire line.
The series of words are sent on a cycle basis to:
- refresh data permanently and follow their development.
- monitor the interface.
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING Loudspeaker and Control Volume Knob
Two cockpit loudspeakers are provided in the cockpit ceiling, one above each pilot.
The Captain's loudspeaker volume knob is located on the left side and the First Officer's volume knob on the right side of the front panel.
A plate, placed on the bottom, is used to identify the loudspeaker.

The loudspeaker is connected to the system with two white wires ended by an electrical connector.
Both wires are identified by a sleeve, engraved A and B.
The audio signal amplified in the RCAU is sent to the associated cockpit loudspeaker.
A muting circuit is provided. It is controlled by means of the INT/ RAD PTT switches and attenuates the loudspeaker audio level during
transmission in order to avoid acoustic feedback.
Loudspeaker volume is controlled by individual knobs.
The aural warnings generated by the CCAS, the TCAS and the GPWS are also broadcast by the cockpit loudspeakers. They are directly
connected to the amplifiers without passing through the audio level adjustment knobs (i.e. the volume is preset).
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING Hand Microphone and Jacks
Two hand microphones are provided on each side of the cockpit, one for each pilot.
The hand microphone jack panels are a small unit provided on each side of the cockpit, one for each hand microphones.
The microphone consists of a nylon cylindrical body.

A rubber ring protects against impacts.
The unit encloses a microphone cell. It is hooked by means of the rubber ring.
The PTT function is activated by means of a switch.
The hand microphone jack panel face features a 4 contact receptacle for connection of hand microphone.
The data generated in the RCAU are fed through the hand microphone jack panel.
After one of the six transmission keys on the ACP has been selected, the microphone can be used for any communication through actuation of the
PTT switch.
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING Headset and Boomset and Jacks
The boomsets and headsets are located on each side of the cockpit. A third boomset is also provided for the observer.
Jack panels, for connection of a headset and a boomset, are installed on each side in the electric and electronic racks.
The boomset consists of a headset and a high impedance microphone attached to a swivel rod.
The boomset is used for any transmission/reception.
The headset is just used for reception.
The boomset and headset jack panel is a small unit with fasteners located on the face.
The face is equipped with:
- a Boomset receptacle with 5 contacts,
- a Headset jack.
The rear face is composed of:
- The identification plate,
- 9-pin connector receptacle featuring retainer electrical for securing the aircraft connector.
The audio level of headset and boomset are adjusted on the ACP.
The reception signals from the RCAU are fed to the connector pins. These signals are sent directly to the headset or the boomset earphones.
The boomset microphone transmission signals are fed through the unit.
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING Oxygen Mask Microphone
Two quick-fitting oxygen masks are provided in the cockpit, on the left and right consoles for both pilots.
The quick-fitting mask is an oral-nasal mask comprising a plastic face piece with a comfortable silicone compound sealing pad covered with a
high-quality elastomer.
The mask is equipped with a ventilation system for utilization of smoke goggles. It is also equipped with an oxygen supply hose with microphone
connection.
The microphone is attached on the oxygen regulator, inside the mask.
The mask assembly is stowed in a box near each crew member for direct operation in case of emergency.
Modulation from the oxygen mask microphone is selected automatically. The stowage box for Captain and First Officer masks delivers a ground
signal, in normal operation. The electrical circuit is then open when the mask is being used.
The signal from the microphone is transmitted through a normally closed contact, by means of the selection control, to the selected transmitter
audio input.
The operating transmitter PTT circuit closes on the common micro of the selection control corresponding to the selected transmitter.
After utilization of the oxygen mask, the boomset microphone is operative again after the oxygen supply overpressure control has been activated in
order to depressurize hose and therefore de- activate the pressure switch.
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING INT/RAD PTT Switch on Control Wheels
Two INT / RAD Push-To-Talk selectors are provided on each control wheel.
The outboard horn of both control wheels is provided with a three-position PTT selector controlling the transmission mode:
- The neutral centre position which prohibits transmission.
- The interphone (forward) position (spring-loaded to neutral).
- The radio (backward) position (spring-loaded to neutral).
The three-position PTT selector effective only when boomset or oxygen mask mike is used for transmission.
Interphone position: intercommunication is operative. The INT transmission key need not to be used with this function.
Neutral position: reception is normal. Hand microphones are connected for transmission when keyed.
Radio position: boomset or oxygen mask is connected for transmission according to the selected communication facility.
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING RAD PTT Switch on Control Steering
A Radio Push-To-Talk switch is provided on the steering control wheel on the Captain console.
Connecting wires are welded to the PTT switch.

A heat-shrink tubing is placed on connecting wire on PTT switch side.
The Radio Push-To-Talk switch enables, when depressed, connection to a boomset or oxygen mask mike for transmission on the selected
communication facility.
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING INT/RAD PTT Switch on Electronics Racks
The observer INT / RAD Push-To-Talk selector is located on the access panel of the electronics rack (80VU), in the corridor.
A three-position Interphone / Radio PTT selector is provided in the corridor for the observer:
- Interphone (up) position.
- Neutral centre position which prohibits transmission.
- Radio (down) position (spring-loaded to neutral).
Interphone position allows intercommunication operation. The INT transmission key need not be used with this function.
Neutral position allows a normal reception.
Radio position allows boomset or oxygen mask connection for transmission according to the selected communication facility.
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING Audio Sel Pushbutton
Two AUDIO SEL pushbuttons are provided in the cockpit, one on the right side of the front panel for the First Officer and one on the left side for
the Captain.
The AUDIO SEL pushbuttons control functioning of associated RCAU processing board.
When the pushbutton is pressed (normal state), RCAU functions normally.

The "FAULT" amber caution illuminates and the CCAS is activated when an associated RCAU processing board failure or power loss is detected.
By releasing the pushbutton (alternate state), "FAULT" amber legend extinguishes, "ALTN" white legend illuminates and affected crew station is
connected directly to:
- VHF1 if CAPT station is affected,
- VHF2 if F/O station is affected.
Volume is still adjusted by affected loudspeaker volume control knob.
Note: On the affected side, Passenger Address, interphone and other VHF (or HF if installed) can no longer be used.
23.71 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER System Description
The cockpit voice recorder enables recording of all crew communications transmitted through the RCAU, such as: - conversations received and transmitted by radio.
- communications between the crew members.
- cockpit conversation and aural warnings in the flight compartment.
- voice or audio signals identifying navigation or approach radio aids.
In addition, the cockpit voice recorder enables recording of all pilot or Cabin crew announcements transmitted through the Passenger Address.
The Cockpit Voice Recorder system mainly comprises: - The Solid State Cockpit Voice recorder (SSCVR) located in the aft unpressurized area, is supplied from the 28VDC ESS BUS,
- A Control Unit located on the overhead panel,
- A CVR microphone on the windshield center post,
The SSCVR receives parameters from the Remote Control Audio Unit and the Passenger Address in digital format and records them in a memory.
The cockpit voice recorder has a recording capacity of 120 mn in comparision with international regulation which require CVR to record for 30
minutes.
Furthermore, the SSCVR is equipped with an underwater acoustic beacon located on the face and permits the localization of the recorder in the
event of an accident over the sea.
Once aircraft on ground, the Cockpit Voice Recorder continues to record for ten minutes after both engines shutdown if the battery selector is set
to ON and the external power is not available.
This delay is controlled by the MFC internal logic.
The CVR erase procedure can only be performed when the aircraft is on ground and the parking brake is set to the parking position.
Furthermore, the SSCVR is connected to the both FWA (Flight Warning Application) which manages the system warnings.
The FWA hosted in both CAC (Core Avionics cabinet) acquires the SSCVR status and generates failure-warning messages displayed on the EWD
(Engine Warning Display) associated with the activation of the CCAS.
23.71 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER System Operation
Aircraft is on ground with both engines stopped. Battery selector is set to ON and external power is not available.
The SSCVR is then supplied upon aircraft energization. The Ground Power Unit is connected.
External power is now available and set to ON. The 11PG relay is energized and the MFC internal logic causes loss of SSCVR energization.
To run the SSCVR manually, the RCDR pushbutton is pushed.
The "ON" legend illuminates blue. The associated contact closes. The MFC logic energizes the 7RK relay and the SSCVR is then supplied.
Now, you want to stop recording the aircraft parameters that you manually initialized.
To stopping parameters recording, the RESET pushbutton is pressed.
The MFC internal logic causes loss of ground and the 7RK relay opens, the "ON" legend extinguishes on the RCDR pushbutton and the SSCVR is
no longer supplied.
Note: Manual recording can only be achieved with external power set to ON.
As soon as one engine is running the SSCVR is automatically supplied.

Ground Power Unit is disconnected, both engines are now running and external power is no longer available.
Aircraft parameters will be recorded during the entire flight...
Aircraft is now on ground and both engines have just stopped. Battery selector is set to ON and external power is not available.
The SSCVR is still supplied upon aircraft energization for ten minutes because of the delay in the MFC internal logic.
As soon as ten minutes have passed, the ground is lost and the 7RK relay opens. The SSCVR stops recording.
When the aircraft is on external power, recorders are off until one engine is started. They can be energized by pressing the RCDR pushbutton on
the RCDR panel.
When recorders are energized, CVR can be checked at any time by means of the TEST pushbutton on the control unit.
During the test, the galvanometer pointer moves to a location between graduations 6 and 10.
A 600 Hz signal is heard at the headset jack located on the front face of the control unit. This signal can be heard in the headset connected to this
jack.
After this operation, the recorders can be de-energized by pressing the RESET pushbutton on the RCDR panel.
When the aircraft is on external power, recorders are off until one engine is started. They can be energized by pressing the RCDR pushbutton on
the RCDR panel.
Recorders are now energized. The ERASE pushbutton on the control unit is used for fully erasing the recorded memory. It is operational provided
the aircraft is on the ground with the parking brake control handle pulled up and locked.
To perform erasing sequence, the ERASE pushbutton must be pressed for at least 2 seconds.
Memory erasing time is 5 to 6 seconds. During erasure, a 400 Hz audio frequency signal can be heard in a headset connected to a jack located on
the front face of the control unit.
After this operation, the recorders can be de-energized by pressing the RESET pushbutton on the RCDR panel.
23.71 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER Exercises
23.71 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER Exercises
23.71 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER Exercises Level 2
23.71 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER Exercises Level 2
23.71 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER Cockpit Voice Recorder Descritpion and Operation
The SSCVR is located in the aft unpressurized area.

The Solid State Cockpit Voice Recorder (SSCVR) is a crash protected digital memory recorder, contained in an internationally recognized orange
stainless steel case.
The labels "ENREGISTREUR DE VOL - NE PAS OUVRIR" and "FLIGHT RECORDER - DO NOT OPEN" are written on both sides.
The SSCVR has sufficient memory capacity to provide crash survivable record of the most recent 120 minutes preceding a crash event.
The front face provides a Ground Support Equipment (GSE) connector for maintenance action.
It is also equipped with an underwater acoustic beacon. This beacon is used to locate the recorder in the event of an aircraft sunk in deep water. It
is automatically activated when immersed in fresh or salt water through an external connection.
It operates down to a depth of 20,000 feet and has a detection range of 2000 to 4000 yards (1820 to 3640 m). The signal transmitted can be
received by a hydrophone located on search boats. The operating life is up to 30 days.
The Solid State Cockpit Voice Recorder is power supplied by the 28 VDC ESS Bus.
The signals recorded by the SSCVR are supplied by the Audio Integrating system through the Remote Control Audio Unit (RCAU), the Passenger
Address amplifier (PA) and the cockpit microphone located in the flight compartment.
23.CI CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Front Cockpit
The Communication System informations are displayed in the Flight Compartment on the Multi Function Display (MFD) and on the Integrated
Electronic Standby Instrument (IESI).
MW23.CI_.01.I1L2 Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only Page 276
The COM pushbutton of the MCP able to access to:

- VHF 1+2.
- HF 1 (If installed).
- HF 2 (If installed).
A repetitive action on the COM pushbutton enable to change the displayed page in a cyclic way.
The RMS's selection of the MCDU able to access to :

- VHF 1+2.
- HF 1 (Optional).
- HF 2 (Optional).
The Arrow keyboard of the MCP enables to select an item in the displayed communication page of the VCP.
On the MCDU, the selection of an item is accomplished through the ten lateral keys.
The numerical keyboard of the MCP enables the entry of new frequency directly in the selected area of the VCP.
On the MCDU, the entry of a new frequency is accomplished through the numerical keyboard in the scratchpad.
The ENT pushbutton of the MCP enables to validate the selection previously selected or a new entry.
On the MCDU, the validation of a new entry is accomplished by action on the lateral key corresponding to the parameter.
The ESC pushbutton of the MCP enables to cancel the numeric insertion on the VCP.
On the VCP, if the new frequency entered is out of range, the amber message VHF FREQ ERR is displayed in the affected window.
On the MCDU, if the new frequency entered is out of range, the amber message RANGE ERROR is displayed in the scratchpad.
On the MCDU, if the new frequency entered is in a wrong format, the amber message FORMAT ERROR is displayed in the scratchpad.
In case of VHF failure, the amber FAIL label replaces the active frequency and all other parameters are replaced by amber dashes.
CCAS is activated.
Note: If the failure is on the VHF 1, the failure is also displayed on the IESI.
On the MCDU HF page and on the VCP HF page, the selection and the entry of a new frequency is identical as the VHF system operation.
In case of HF failure, the amber FAIL label replaces the active frequency and all other parameters are replaced by amber dashes or amber label.
CCAS is activated.
On the ACP, the volume control reception knobs enable reception volume for associated communication or navigation facilities.
The transmission keys allow selection of the individual communication facilities for transmission. Six interlock keys are provided. Only one key can
be engaged at a time. It illuminates white when selected.
The VOICE ONLY key, when depressed, inhibits NAV receivers station identification by activating a band cut off filter above 1020 Hz. The light
then illuminates amber.
The INT/RAD selector provides selection of transmission mode when using oxygen mask or boomset mike.
- When in steady INT or hot mike position, interphone is always operative between crew stations. Other transmission require selection of a
transmission key and use of a PTT pushbutton.
- When in neutral position, intercommunication requires use of forward position of control wheel PTT.
- When in unsteady RAD position, transmissions from boomset and oxygen mask are automatically connected without using a PTT pushbutton.
The outboard horn of both control wheels is provided with a three-position PTT selector controlling the transmission mode.
It operates in the same way than the INT/RAD selector of the ACP.
The Radio Push-To-Talk switch of the steering control wheel enables, when depressed, connection to a boomset or oxygen mask mike for
transmission on the selected communication facility.
The observer INT/RAD Push-To-Talk selector operates in the same way than the INT/RAD selector of the ACP.
Communication reception over cockpit loudspeakers is controlled by an individual knob for each of the two cockpit loudspeakers.
In case of aural alert, preset volume is always available regardless of knobs position.
During any transmission, the volume of both loudspeakers is muted.
When the pushbutton is pressed (normal state), RCAU operates normally.

The FAULT amber caution illuminates associated with the CCAS when an associated RCAU processing board failure or power loss is detected.
By releasing the pushbutton (alternate state), FAULT amber legend extinguishes, ALTN white legend illuminates and the affected crew station is
connected directly to the associated side VHF (VHF1 for pilot side and VHF2 for F/O side).
Volume is still adjusted by affected loudspeaker volume control knob.
Note that on the affected side, the Passenger Address, the interphone and the other VHF (or HF if installed) can no longer be used.
The ATTND pushbutton enables the cabin to be called from the cockpit, both legends stay off.
On the ATTND pushbutton, the CALL blue legend illuminates and a Door Bell sound is broadcast through the cockpit loudspeakers when the cabin
calls the cockpit.
The CALL blue legend and the EMER red legend illuminate and a repetitive Door Bell sound is broadcast through the cockpit loudspeakers when
the cabin calls the cockpit in case of an emergency call from the cabin.
The MECH pushbutton enables the ground crew to be called from the cockpit by activating the horn located in the nose wheel bay.
On the MECH pushbutton, the CALL blue legend illuminates and a Door Bell sound is broadcast through the cockpit loudspeakers when the
mechanic calls the cockpit.
The RESET pushbutton enables cancellation of the CALL blue and EMER red legends when the ground crew or the cabin attendant call the
cockpit crew members.
The monitor indicator is used for test only. The movement of the pointer in the white band indicates that all channels are operative.
The TEST pushbutton allows test circuit to be activated when it is depressed and held. The pointer moves to a location between 6 and 10. By
plugging a headset into the jack, the 600 Hz signal can be heard.
The ERASE pushbutton provides fast erasure of tape recordings when the landing gear shock absorbers are compressed and parking brake is
applied. A complete erase is performed by depressing the pushbutton for 2 seconds. During erasure, by plugging a headset into the jack, a 400 Hz
signal can be heard.
When a headset is plugged into the jack, the cockpit sounds picked up by the microphone are audible. Test tone is audible when TEST pushbutton
is depressed and erase tone is audible when ERASE pushbutton is depressed.
When the pushbutton is realized (normal state), both Cockpit Voice Recorder and Digital Flight Data Recorder start recording automatically at
engine start.
The ON light illuminates blue when the aircraft is energized by external power and the RCDR pushbutton is depressed. It energizes both Solid
State Cockpit Voice Recorder and Solid State Flight Data Recorder. It enable to perform test of recorders.
The RESET pushbutton inhibits recording in manual mode by de-energizing recorders.
The engine start also reset the manual command if the RCDR pushbutton switch is ON.
The front face of the printer features:

- a PPR ADV pushbutton switch causing paper to advance.
- a SELF TEST pushbutton switch
During the self-test, the printer prints a test pattern in 40, 66 and 80 column modes.
- a PWR ON indicator light (green) indicating printer energization.
- an ALERT RESET pushbutton switch resetting the PTR BUSY indicator light.
- a PTR BUSY indicator light.
- On continuously (amber): indicates reception or printing of a message.
- Flashing: indicates end of message printing.
- Extinguished: indicates that the printer is in ready state.
23.REV SYSTEM REVISIONS Normal Operation
The RMA operates on the VHF system and the HF system.

The RMA check validity of input data (such as frequency range, frequency format...) and provide visual feedbacks.
The color displayed code is:
White:
- Page titles
- Headers
- Prompts
Cyan:
- Modifiable data
MW23.REV.01.V1L2 Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only Page 296
- Validated by RMA
- Selectable data
- Special character: /
Green:
- Non-modifiable data
- Active items in selections
Amber:
- Invalid Commands
- FAIL status (absence of labels from radios)
- DASHED (erroneous or invalid data, parameters and "/" associated to a FAIL status)
- Radio feedback different from command
Yellow:
- Data entered in scratchpad
- Temporary data (pending on system feedback)
If installed, each HF chain is independent until the antenna and is operating the same way:
There are two tuning means: VCP and MCDU.
The VCP is the primary tuning mean and the MCDU is the secondary tuning mean.
The RMA:
- Manages HF parameters between HF systems and tuning means
- Checks that HF parameters are correct
The transceiver:
- Generates the operating frequencies selected via the RMA.
- Amplifies and transmits modulated signals to the antenna. It is fed with modulated signals collected by the antenna.
- Transmits then the signals to the remote control audio unit (RCAU).
The automatic HF antenna coupler:
- Automatically adapts the antenna impedance according to the frequency selected. In addition, the HF Antenna Coupler, selected in
transmission mode, will inhibit the opposite HF Antenna Coupler in order to manage the same HF antenna in transmission (inhibition is assumed
through several discrete connected between the two HF Antenna Couplers)..
The HF antenna:
- Allows transmission of modulated signals coming from the transmitter and reception of HF signals which are directed to the receivers.
The RMA through the VCP allows tuning:

- Active and standby frequencies
- Allows to switch them. To do it, push the "<>" pushbutton on the VCP.
- Squelch control to select HF squelch level using virtual button +/-. To select a lower value of squelch level, push the "-" pushbutton on the
VCP.
To select an upper value of squelch level, push the "+" pushbutton on the VCP.
- Informs on modulation type and power emission level.
- Allows choosing communication means (i.e. to choose to transmit/receive on HF1 or HF2 in dual option).
- Parameters are sent to VCP through MCP (primary tuning mean). Press the COM pushbutton on MCP.
Press again the COM pushbutton on MCP.
END OF PROCEDURE
The MCDU allows tuning all HF parameters (secondary tuning mean):

- Frequencies (active and standby)
When HF is transmitting, "TX" appears in green, at right of active field.
- Mode
In standby mode the HF radio is muted.
To choose an other mode, press the key.
Press the key again to choose the other mode.
- Modulation type
To select an other modulation type, press this key.
To select an other modulation type, press the key again.
- Squelch control value
The selection is accomplished by a repetitive action on the respective key until the required value.
To select an other squelch value, press this key.
To select an other squelch value, press the key again.
- Power emission level
To select an other power emission level, press this key.
To select an other power emission level, press the key again.
To select an other power emission level, press the key again.
- Preset frequencies
It also provides an access to preset frequencies (10 preset channels).
END OF PROCEDURE
Allows to select a preset as new active frequency by activating the associated P/B, current active frequency is allocated as standby frequency. To
display the available frequencies, push this pushbutton.
For example, select the CH3 frequency.
Then, push on the ACTIVE pushbutton.
Finally, push the EXEC pushbutton.
END OF PROCEDURE
The scratchpad enables the entry of a new frequency. You want to select "8.210" in active frequency. Select the "8" key.
Select the "." key.
Select the "2" key.
Select the "1" key.
Select the "0" key.
Then, select the ACTIVE key.
Finally, press the EXEC key.
END OF PROCEDURE
To use the HF1 for example, the HF 1 knob on the Audio Control Panel must be selected.
Note: if the single HF option is installed on the aircraft, the system HF 2 will be installed.
The VCP and the MCDU will display HF 2.
END OF PROCEDURE
Each VHF chain is independent and is operating the same way:

The RMA:
- Manages radios frequency through the VCP (Virtual Control Panel) and MCDU (Multi-Control Display Unit) tuning means.
The transceiver:
- Tunes the requested frequency
- Receives audio signals from RCAU, modulates it and transmits it to the antenna.
- Receives signal from the antenna and broadcasts it to the RCAU system and the Cockpit Voice Recorder system.
The antenna emits signals from the transceiver and receives VHF signals and broadcasts it to the transceiver.
In degraded condition, i.e. if the two primary tuning means are failed, a backup tuning mean through an ARINC 429 bus still available for VHF1 via
the IESI.
This backup tuning is only dedicated to the VHF1 and allows modification of the VHF1 Active frequency.
END OF PROCEDURE
The RMA:
- Allows to input an active frequency
- Allows to input a STANDBY frequency,
which can become the active frequency. To do it, press on the "<>" key on VCP.
- Allows to choose communication means (i.e. to choose to transmit/receive on VHF1 or VHF2)
- Turns ON or OFF squelch for VHF
The selection is accomplished by a repetitive action on the respective key until the required parameter. To turn ON squelch for VHF, press this
key. To replace it in OFF position, press this key again.
- Allows access to the sub page with VHF frequencies preset
To display the available frequencies, push this pushbutton.
For example, select the CH3 frequency.
Then, push the ACTIVE key.
- Activate the EMERGENCY mode for VHF
The EMER shortcut has been implemented in order to reduce the flight crew workload in emergency situation.
END OF PROCEDURE
It automatically tunes the emergency frequency (121.5 on the VHF) in one action. To do it, press the EMER key.
Then, push the EXEC key.
END OF PROCEDURE
- The scratchpad enables the entry of a new frequency. You want to select "121.550" in active frequency. Select the "1" key.
Select the "2" key.
Select the "1" key.
Select the "." key.
Select the "5" key.
Select the "5" key.
And finally, select the "0" key.
Then, select the ACTIVE key.
To finish, select the EXEC key.
END OF PROCEDURE
The IESI has five pushbuttons and one rotary knob:

MENU pushbutton:
Enable sub function selection menu
SET Rotary switch:
- Sub function menu scroller
- Baro setting tuning
- VHF COM tuning
- VHF NAV tuning
- Course adjustment when in VOR mode
SEL Pushbutton:
- Valid selection
Change cursor selection between Baro setting, VHF COM, VHF NAV and course when VOR mode.
This function is accomplish by repetitive action on the pushbutton. To place the cursor in VHF COM position, press this pushbutton.
To place the cursor in VHF NAV position, press the SEL pushbutton again.
To place the cursor in Baro setting position, press the SEL pushbutton again.
END OF PROCEDURE
A frequency selected by the MCP, the MCDU or the IESI and tuned by the VHF COM 1 is displayed on the both VCP, the both MCDU and the
IESI.
In case of failure of the VHF 1 tuning, the VHF 1 frequency is displayed in amber.
If there is no feedback from the VHF 1 system, yellow dashes appears and replaces the VHF 1 frequency.
In case of failure of the VHF 1 system, a yellow FAIL flag appears and replaces the VHF 1 frequency.
To use the VHF1 for example, the VHF 1 knob on the Audio Control Panel must be selected.
END OF PROCEDURE
The SELCAL decoder is electrically connected to aircraft transceivers.

The SELCAL code selector panel enables remote selection of aircraft code which is transmitted to the decoder by assigning a binary code to each
letter.
Note: An aircraft is assigned a code in compliance with the ARINC 714 specification so that aircraft operating in the same area have different
codes.
Push on code selection wheels.
A call consists of a single code transmission, without repetition.
Each transmitted code consists of two consecutive tone pulses. Each frequency is represented by a letter. Amplitude of signal from the receivers
may vary to a great extent.
Note: The decoder delivers a constant LF signal, whatever the input level, in order to then process a signal that always has the same amplitude.
The system tests in cycles the 5 identical input channels (VHF3 and HF2 inputs are optional) until a frequency is recognized.
Note: Before any detection, and with each switching of input channel, the decoder reads the code displayed and stores it in its memory, and this is
done for all frequencies.
After the fourth detection, a light comes on to indicates to the pilot, the channel on which the code has been received. A chime also sounds.
Then, the decoder switches over to watch condition on the five input channels.
Note: The decoder resets if it is no longer activated on a regularly recurring basis.
END OF PROCEDURE
System test consists in sending, on analog LF input channels, frequencies corresponding to the letters displayed. Press the TEST pushbutton to
perform the SELCAL system test.
Test sequence is as follows:
- phase 1: on decoder face, all LEDs come on simultaneously for 3 seconds,
- phase 2: LEDs come on, one after the other, then go off,
- phases 3, 4, 5: non visible to user (decoder built-in tests),
- phase 6: test of code detection on each channel. LEDs come on one after the other, and at the end of this sequence, all LEDs come on, then
go off.
- complete result of test at end of sequence:
- 'GO' LED on for 3 seconds: all tests are correct,
- 'NO GO' LED on for 3 seconds: at least one of the phases is not correct.
END OF PROCEDURE
ACARS (Aircraft Communication Addressing and Reporting System) also called DATALINK is a system that provides for the transmission of digital
data to and from aircraft.
The application menu of the ACARS DATALINK (DL) is accessible after press DL key on the MCDU. Press this key.
It is divided in 3 parts:
- AOC (Airline Operation Communication):
- AOC Menu, and all menus selected through this menu are generated by the CMU AOC software. Press the AOC STD key.
- AOC-Services provided by the AOC application are in accordance with specific customer requirement.
It can include the capability to send and receive preformatted text, free text messages, retrieve various weather reports, recall flight plans and
automatically transmit position/time reports, etc...
- ATS (Air Traffic Services): ATS provided by the ATS application include the ability to retrieve Air Traffic Information Service (ATIS), Air Traffic
Control (ATC) Flow and Clearance reports (Departure). Press the ATS key.
- ATS-Services: ATIS reports contain traffic information associated with the departure and arrival airports.
Clearance reports contain information associated with pre-departure clearances.
- Technical Applications: The technical application provides a collection of interfaces which are used to view system status and update systems
parameters and certain test capabilities. Press the TECHNICAL key.
This application can be used to display various configuration part numbers, the connection status of peripherals, the datalink status of each
available data radio, and the current stated of various discrete inputs.
This application can also be used to access and update data contained in the External Compensation Unit and set a clock used by the other data
link applications.
END OF PROCEDURE
The VCCU is switched on by pressing longer on "Stand-By" button until it lights on: the system is active, with the screens still closed. Press the
"Stand-By" button.
Choice of the source and preview on VCCU Screen:
- If the DVD is the only source installed on the Video Cabin System, just press on DVD button and the key will blink while VCCU screen will
display the media (if it has been started before on the MMPU-DVD Player). Press on the DVD key on the VCCU.
- If there are several sources (cameras are optional, not yet available) press on any CAM 1, CAM 2, CAM 3, CAM 4 or DVD buttons and the
light of the button will blink while the media chosen is displayed on the VCCU screen. For example, press the CAM2 key.
- Once the media has been chosen on the VCCU screen, the cabin attendant can send it on CDUs by pressing PAX button. Press it.
Sound control:
Press CTRL + CAM 3 or CAM 4 buttons to adjust sound level. This action is only available when a media with sound is displayed in the cabin.
Click on the highlight to reduce the sound, then click on the highlight a second time to increase the sound.
Brightness control:
Press CTRL + CAM 1 or CAM 2 buttons to adjust brightness level of all the screens simultaneously.
Click on the highlight to reduce the CDUs brightness, then press on the highlight a second time to increase it.
To change media displayed in the cabin without retracting the CDUs:
The media displayed in the cabin is indicated on the VCCU by the button lighted. Press on any other media button, it will be displayed on the
VCCU screen only and the button will blink. Press on CAM1 pushbutton.
If the media chosen is not the one desired, press again a media button. Press on the CAM2 pushbutton.
When the media visualized is the good one, it can be sent to the cabin CDUs by PAX button. Press it.
To quit the media displayed in the cabin:
Press CTRL + PAX buttons.
The screens will all retract simultaneously, but the cabin crew attendant will still have the media displayed on the VCCU screen (the button of the
media displayed blinks). Another media can be chosen and sent to the cabin again.
Click on the highlight to stop media displaying.
The VCCU is switched OFF by pressing longer on "Stand By" button. The button blinks to indicate that a shutdown sequence is pending.
Cabin monitors retract automatically if needed. After this sequence, the power is then switched off and all buttons backlights are off. Press the
"Stand-By" button.
END OF PROCEDURE
To perform an announcement from the cockpit to the passengers, the pilot turn the PA key on the Audio Control Panel. Press on the control
volume knob and then on the PA select key.
The PA key light illuminates. Then the pilot must take the microphone and press the Push-To-Talk pushbutton. He can also use the boomset, the
oxygen mask microphone and the PTT on the control wheels or on the nose wheel steering or the INT/RAD selector on the ACP.
Press the PTT microphone pushbutton.
The audio signal is broadcast by the 14 cabin loudspeakers via the Remote Control Audio Unit and the PA amplifier.
END OF PROCEDURE
To make an announcement from the cabin attendant to the passengers, the handset must be removed from its base. To do it, click on the
highlight.
The handset is energized. PA pushbutton must be pressed to connect handset's microphone to the PA amplifier. Press it.
The LED associated with the PA pushbutton illuminates green.
Press the handset Push-To-Talk pushbutton to make an announcement. Press this pushbutton.
The audio signal is broadcast by the 14 cabin loudspeakers via the PA amplifier.
When put back on its cradle, the handset is de-energized and the LED associated with the PA pushbutton goes out. To replace the handset on its
cradle, click on the highlight.
END OF PROCEDURE
The audio integrating system is built around the Remote Control Audio Unit (RCAU) which enables reception of audio signals from the various
navigation and communication systems, and transmission to the operating stations.
The Audio Control Panel (ACP) is used for reception.
The ACP provides the audio level adjustment of communication systems. Click on the highlight.
It also provides the audio level adjustment of all navigation systems. Click on the highlight.
When depressed, the VOICE ONLY key illuminates amber and inhibits NAV receivers station identification at 1020 Hz by activating a band cut off
filter.
Press the VOICE ONLY key.
Two loudspeakers are mounted in the cockpit ceiling, on each side. Each loudspeaker audio level can be adjusted by its associated volume control
knob. Click on the highlight.
Note: The CCAS, the TCAS and the GPWS alerts are at a preset volume and are not adjustable.
The headsets and boomsets for Captain and First Officer are connected via two jack panels, installed in the cockpit ceiling close to the electric and
electronic racks. Click on one highlight.
The ACP is also used for transmission. It provides selection of the various communication channels via the six provided keys. The selected key
illuminates white. Press firstly the VHF1 select key, and then the INT select key.
Note: All the six keys are interlocked so that only one can be pushed down at a time.
The ACP is also composed of an INT / RAD selector. The INT steady position is the hot mike position allowing communications between crew
members without selecting any other key. Click on the INT position.
The intercommunication uses boomset microphone or the crew oxygen mask.
With the INT / RAD selector in neutral position, the interphone transmission mode is obtained by using the unsteady forward interphone position of
the PTT selector located on each control wheel. Click on the neutral position.
In neutral position, the radio transmission mode is obtained by previously selecting the radio configuration. Press the VHF2 select key.
Then, the unsteady back radio position of the PTT selector located on each control wheel is used. The boomset or crew oxygen mask microphone
are used to speak. Press the control wheel PTT selector.
Note: A RAD PTT pushbutton is also provided on the nose wheel steering control.
The hand microphone can also be used by pressing its PTT pushbutton.
The RAD unsteady position is yet another PTT which allows transmission via the boomset or the oxygen mask microphone over the selected radio
system or Passenger Address. Click on the RAD position.
END OF PROCEDURE
The pilots need to call the cabin attendant. The audio level is adjusted with the INT knob and the INT / RAD selector is normally set to the INT
position.
Press the INT volume knob to adjust audio level. Then click on the INT position to place the INT / RAD selector is this position.
Press the CALLS / ATTND pushbutton on the CALLS panel. The single chime sound is broadcast via the cabin loudspeakers and the "CAPT"
green LED light on the cabin attendant panel illuminates.
The cabin attendant lifts the telephone handset and press the CALL pushbutton on the handset control panel. Press it.
Because of the repetitive door bell sound, the pilot must perform a reset on the CALLS panel. Press the RESET pushbutton.
Once the RESET pushbutton is pressed, the "CALL" blue legend extinguishes and the door bell sound is cancelled.
Once communication is finished, the cabin attendant replace the handset on its holder. The indicator light on the handset control panel
extinguishes and the system returns to initial configuration.
Click on the highlight to replace the handset on its holder.
In case of emergency, the operation is similar to normal operation except that the pilot has to press successively three times on CALLS / ATTND
pu
shbutton. This activates three single chimes sound in the cabin loudspeakers.
Press the CALLS / ATTND pushbutton three times.
The cabin attendant lifts the handset and presses the EMER pushbutton on the handset control panel, which illuminates red on the associated
indicator light.
Press the EMER pushbutton on the handset control panel.
with a repetitive door bell sound. The pilot then has to press the RESET pushbutton to shut off the repetitive door bell sound. Press this
pushbutton.
END OF PROCEDURE
Now, the cabin attendant needs to call the pilots . The cabin attendant lifts the telephone handset which is then energized and press the CALL
pushbutton on the handset control panel. Press this pushbutton.
Then, press the RESET pushbutton on the CALLS panel.
Once RESET pushbutton pressed, the "CALL" blue legend extinguishes and the door bell sound is cancelled. Both stations can communicate.
In case of emergency, the operation is similar to normal operation except that the cabin attendant has to press the EMER pushbutton on the
handset control panel. Press it.
On the handset control panel, the indicator light associated with the EMER pushbutton illuminates red.
Then, press the RESET pushbutton on the CALLS panel.
Once RESET pushbutton pressed, the "CALL" blue legend and the "EMER" red legend extinguishes and the door bell sound is cancelled. Both
END OF PROCEDURE
The pilots need to call the ground crew. The audio level is adjusted with the INT knob and the INT/ RAD selector is normally set to the INT
position. Press the CALLS/ MECH pushbutton on the CALLS panel.
The mechanical horn sounds in the nose wheel bay as long as the CALLS/ MECH pushbutton is pressed in the flight compartment.
The mechanic can then connect his headset to one of the three interphone jacks, in the ground power receptacle, in the hydraulic bay or in the aft
avionics compartment.
To connect the mechanic headset, click on the highlight.
END OF PROCEDURE
The ground crew wants to call the pilots. The DC ground power receptacle provides a cabin crew call pushbutton.
Press the CALL button on the 5002VU. When it pressed, "CALL" legend illuminates blue in association with a repetitive door bell sound, in the
flight compartment, on the CALLS/ MECH pushbutton.
Press the RESET pushbutton to shut off the repetitive door bell sound.
Communication to the ground crew is performed through headsets or loudspeakers, microphones and PTT switches or through boomset and by
END OF PROCEDURE
Aircraft is on ground with both engines stopped. Battery selector is set to ON and external power is not available.
The SSCVR is then supplied upon aircraft energization. Click on the Ground Power Unit. The GPU is then connected.
To run the SSCVR manually, the GND CTL pushbutton is pushed on the RCDR panel. Press it.
When it pushed, the "ON" legend illuminates blue, the associated contact closes, the MFC logic energizes the 7RK relay and the SSCVR is then
supplied.
Now, you want to stop recording the aircraft parameters that you manually initialized.
To stopping parameters recording, the RESET pushbutton is pressed. Press it.
The MFC internal logic causes loss of ground and the 7RK relay opens, the "ON" legend extinguishes on the GND CTL pushbutton and the
SSCVR is no longer supplied.
Note: Manual recording can only be achieved with external power set to ON.
As soon as one engine is running the SSCVR is automatically supplied.
Ground Power Unit is disconnected, both engines are now running and external power is no longer available.
Aircraft parameters will be recorded during the entire flight...
Aircraft is now on ground and both engines have just stopped. Battery selector is set to ON and external power is not available.
The SSCVR is still supplied upon aircraft energization for ten minutes because of the delay in the MFC internal logic.
As soon as ten minutes have passed, the ground is lost and the 7RK relay opens. The SSCVR stops recording.
END OF PROCEDURE
When the aircraft is on external power, recorders are off until one engine is started. They can be energized by pressing the GND CTL pushbutton
on the RCDR panel. Press this pushbutton.
When recorders are energized, CVR can be checked at any time by means of the TEST pushbutton on the control unit. Press this pushbutton.
After this operation, the recorders can be de-energized by pressing the RESET pushbutton on the RCDR panel. Press it.
END OF PROCEDURE
When the aircraft is on external power, recorders are off until one engine is started. They can be energized by pressing the GND CTL pushbutton
on the RCDR panel. Press this pushbutton.
Recorders are now energized. The ERASE pushbutton on the control unit is used for fully erasing the recorded memory. It is operational provided
the aircraft is on the ground with the parking brake control handle pulled up and locked. Click on the highlight to pull up the parking brake in
PARKIN
G position.
To perform erasing sequence, the ERASE pushbutton must be pressed for at least 2 seconds. Press this pushbutton.
Memory erasing time is 5 to 6 seconds. During erasure, a 400 Hz audio frequency signal can be heard in a headset connected to a jack located on
the front face of the control unit.
After this operation, the recorders can be de-energized by pressing the RESET pushbutton on the RCDR panel. Press it.
END OF PROCEDURE
An auto test of the Emergency Locator Transmitter can be performed through the Remote Control Unit in the flight compartment.
This test must not be performed in manual mode. So check that the "MAN / AUTO" selector is in AUTO position and guarded. Click on the AUTO
position.
The AUTO TEST RST switch is used in case of undue alert (reset) or to test the emergency beacon. Press this pushbutton.
The "XMIT ALERT" caution light illuminates amber for 2 seconds and then extinguishes.
By setting VHF 1 frequency to 121.5 MHz, check that no distress signal is heard in the headset.
In case of test failure, the "XMIT ALERT" caution light will flash amber.
Note: When aircraft is on ground (and electrically supplied), if the emergency beacon is triggered after 30 seconds, note that the mechanical horn
will be triggered too.
END OF PROCEDURE
23.REV SYSTEM REVISIONS Abnormal Operation
At system/equipment power-up, RMA sets some initialization data.

These data, previously memorized in non-volatile memory, are based upon:
- default values,
- previous values taken into account before equipment power off.
On loss of one RMA, two AFDX links between VCP's and RMA's allow pilots to tune radios on his VCP on side with the RMA still available.
Moreover, the pilot can tune through its MCDU the RMA still available (both RMA are connected to each MCDU).
Any parameter or control that is no more available or failed will be displayed in amber; the label will depend on the source of the error.
The failure displayed code is:
- RANGE ERROR in amber on the MCDU or VHF FREQ ERR in amber on the VCP: the frequency entered is out of range.
- FORMAT ERROR in amber on the MCDU: the frequency entered is in a wrong format.
- Data's amber: the frequency tuned by the radio is not the same that has been entered.
- Dashed amber: there is no feedback from the radio.
- FAIL amber: the radio is failed.
In case of both RMS failure, as back up, the pilot will use the IESI which is directly connected to the VHF 1 only.
Note: In case of DU2 or DU4 failure, the VCP is displayed on the DU1 or DU5 respectively.
In case of dual DU2 and DU4 failure, there are no more RMA available.
END OF PROCEDURE
During a flight, a RCAU failure occurs on the Captain's digital and audio processing board in the RCAU. Any failure detected in audio processing leads the CCAS to trigger the following alerts: -a
single chime is broadcast in the flight compartment,
- the Master CAUTION flashes amber,
- AUDIO caution message with its procedure appears on the EWD,
- the FAULT legend illuminates amber on the AUDIO SEL associated pushbutton.
Note: A RCAU power supply loss will lead to the same alerts.
Let's have a look at the check list for the corrective actions.
In first, the Master CAUTION is cleared. Press the Master CAUTION pushbutton.
Master CAUTION light extinguishes.
Then, the procedure displayed on the EWD is followed: the AUDIO 1 SEL pushbutton is switched to "ALTN". Press the AUDIO 1 SEL pushbutton.
The "ALTN" legend illuminates white and the "FAULT" light extinguishes.
Now, the faulty channel operates in alternate mode. This connects directly and exclusively the transmission on the associated VHF system. In this example, VHF1 is directly connected to the
Captain even if the associated ACP is switched on the VHF2.
Note: VHF2 would be connected to the First Officer by switching the AUDIO 2 SEL pushbutton to "ALTN" mode in case of F/O channel failure. Note that on the affected side, Passenger Address,
interphone and other VHF (or HF if installed) can no longer be used.
END OF PROCEDURE
23.00 GENERAL Safety and Precautions
To avoid potential damage to sensitive devices and to ensure you fully understand the procedures, before any operation, please read carefuly the
technical documentation and follow all safety and precautions which must be used on this type of material.
MW23.SAF.01.P1L1 Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only Page 346
Display a warning notice in flight compartment indicating that work is in progress on communication system.
On panel 29VU make certain that the BAT selector switch 7PA is in OFF position,
Open safety and tag the corresponding circuit breakers on panels 21VU and 120VU.
Failure to remove power from the system prior removal or installation of an electronic box may damage the circuit card of the box.
When an electronic « black box » is removed from the shelf in the airplane, its only weak point is the connector on the back of the box.
It is recommended to use a plastic dust cover to protect the connector pin from damage.
Some of the static-sensitive devices are susceptible to be damaged. It can vary from a slight degrading of function to complete destruction,
depending on the energy of the discharge that strikes them. The less obvious kind of damage can cause considerable and expensive maintenance
headaches.
The first requirement is to identifiy any electronic box unit that contains electro-sensitive devices. This is done by means of the yellow warning label
placed on the box, near the connector, to alert personnel to avoid touching the connector pins and to install a conductive dust cover on the
connector at all times when the unit is not installed in the airplane.
Maintenance personnel should be instruted so as to install either a conductive dust cap or an anti-static treated cap solution as soon as the box is
removed from the rack. Any dust cap will prevent fingers,etc..., from touching the pins, even if a conductive cover gives better protection. Once this
done, the box can be handle without any special precautions.
23.00 GENERAL Maintenance Operations
This module presents the various tasks programmed regarding the Communication System, according to their periodicity (A: A check, C: C check,
LC: Line Check, WY: Weekly).
The contained information in the following tables results from the maintenance planning program, based on Maintenance Review Board Report
document (MRBR).
ATR defines a standard document MPD (Maintenance Planning Document) where the maintenance programmed tasks are identified.
MW23.MO_.01.O1L1 Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only Page 352
23.12 VHF SYSTEM 42 VERSION Antenna Description and Operation
Two VHF antennae are mounted on the aircraft fuselage.

MX23.12_.06.C1L3 Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only Page 353
Each VHF antenna is a blade antenna.

Its electrical components are potted in resin, the outer casing being made of fiberglass.
It is connected to the other components by means of a coaxial cable.
Each antenna is screwed on the fuselage.
The VHF antennae provide quasi-omnidirectional radiation.

Their allow transmission and reception of VHF signals in the 115 to 156 MHz frequency range.
Note: Their impedance is 50 ohms and their standing-wave ratio is 2.
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM 42 VERSION System Description
The passenger address system allows the flight crew and the cabin attendants to transmit announcements to the passengers.
Connections are made through the passenger address amplifier (PA) which is installed in the electronics rack, on shelf 81VU.
The passenger address is connected to:
- the digital remote control audio unit (RCAU): this connection enables the Captain and the First Officer to transmit announcements to
passengers without using any special telephone handset. The cockpit announcement has priority over cabin attendant announcement and tape
reproducer.
Note: The MFCs connection enables the Passenger Address sound attenuator to be inhibited as soon as one engine is started.
This results in the announcement volume increasing by 6 dB.
- a telephone handset located at the Cabin Attendant's forward and aft stations. The forward attendant handset is optional.
MX23.31_.01.S1L1 Copyright © 2011-2012 - ATR Training Centre - All right reserved For Training Only Page 356
- a transformer installed in the electronics rack, on shelf 81VU.
The passenger address is also connected to:

- loudspeakers distributed throughout the passenger compartment,
Note: Furthermore, one loudspeaker is located in the lavatory, and one is located in the galley.
Note that the MFC's connection also enables the galley loudspeaker muting when a cabin attendant handset is used to avoid acoustic effect.
- the Music Tape Reproducer, used for automatic broadcasting of passenger announcements before the flight as well as to broadcast music in
the cabin.
The Music Tape Reproducer is muted each time a message is broadcasted from flight crew or cabin attendant.
- the power supply: the passenger address components are supplied with 28VDC from the DC ESS BUS SEC1.
- the ATTND pushbutton on the CALLS panel in the flight compartment, the "CAPT" and "PASSENGER" sign control on the attendant panel and
the attendant call pushbutton located on each PSU. These connections enable delivery of a chime at each activation.
- the cockpit voice recorder system: this connection enables recording of announcements to passengers.
Table of contents
23.00 GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

2
Presentation .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
2
Cockpit Panels .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

7
Cockpit Display ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

10
Interfaces ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
16
Exercises ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
20
23.10 RMF SYSTEM .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

27
System Description ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

27
System Operation ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

35
Exercises ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
40
Exercises Level 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

42
23.12 VHF SYSTEM .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

44

44

50
Exercises ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
61
Exercises Level 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

63
Transciever Description and Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................

65
Static Dischargers Description .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

68
23.11 HF SYSTEM ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

71

71

77
Exercises ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
86
Exercises Level 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

88
HF Transciever ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
90
HF Coupler ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
94
23.22 SELCAL SYSTEM .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

97

97

100
Exercises ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
104
Exercises Level 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

106
Control Unit ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

107
SELCAL Decoder .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

110
23.24 AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATION ADDRESSING AND REPORTING SYSTEM (ACARS) .....................................................................................................................................

113

113

124
Exercises ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
128
Exercises Level 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

130
Communication Management Unit (CMU) ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

131
External Compensation Unit (ECU) .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................

135
Printer ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
139
23.36 VIDEO CABIN .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

144

144

148
Exercises ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
153
Exercises Level 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
155
CDU ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
157
VCCU ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
160
MMPU ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
162
PVCU ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
165
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................

168

168

172
Exercises ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
174
Exercises Level 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

176
Amplifier ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
178
Cabin Loudspeakers ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

182
Cabin Attendant Handset .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

185
Announcement .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
191
23.50 AUDIO INTEGRATING .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

196

196

204
Exercises ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
217
Exercises Level 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

219
Remote Control Audio Unit ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

222
Audio Control Panel .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

227
Loudspeaker and Control Volume Knob ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................

232
Hand Microphone and Jacks ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

235
Headset and Boomset and Jacks ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................
238
Oxygen Mask Microphone .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

242
INT/RAD PTT Switch on Control Wheels .................................................................................................................................................................................................................

245
RAD PTT Switch on Control Steering ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................

248
INT/RAD PTT Switch on Electronics Racks .............................................................................................................................................................................................................

251
Audio Sel Pushbutton ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

254
23.71 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................

257

257

263
Exercises ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
269
Exercises Level 2 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

271
Cockpit Voice Recorder Descritpion and Operation ................................................................................................................................................................................................

273
23.CI CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................

276
Front Cockpit ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

276
23.REV SYSTEM REVISIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

296
Normal Operation .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

296
Abnormal Operation .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

342
23.00 GENERAL .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

346
Safety and Precautions ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

346
Maintenance Operations ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

352
23.12 VHF SYSTEM 42 VERSION .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

353
Antenna Description and Operation .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................

353
23.31 PASSENGER ADRESS SYSTEM 42 VERSION ..................................................................................................................................................................................................

356
356

Ata 23 Communications

Uploaded by

Document Information

Original Title

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

Ata 23 Communications

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

ATA 23 COMMUNICATIONS

The communication system is used for any radiocommunication:

Each radiocommunication system is independent.

The Observer Toggle Switch.

VHF standby frequency indication:

The Communication System is composed of four sub system:

The External Communication System is composed of:

MCDU is a devise used to tune several equipments.

The VCP is a part of the MFD (DU 2 and 4).

The RMA operates on the VHF system and the HF system.

At system/equipment power-up, RMA sets some initialization data.

The VHF 1 is equipped with a back up through the IESI.

Each VHF chain is independent and is operating the same way:

- Activate the EMERGENCY mode for VHF

- The scratchpad enables the entry of a new frequency.

VHF1 transceiver is supplied with 28 VDC from DC EMER BUS bar.

The aircraft is equipped with a total of 25 static dischargers:

Three types of static dischargers are installed on the aircraft:

The automatic HF antenna coupler:

The RMA through the VCP allows tuning:

The MCDU allows tuning all HF parameters (secondary tuning mean):

- The scratchpad enables the entry of a new frequency.

The front face of the transceiver is composed of several types of connectors:

The transceiver is composed of:

The system is composed of:

To re-examine the various pictures of the components, click on their representations.

The SELCAL decoder is electrically connected to aircraft transceivers.

The SELCAL Code Selector Panel comprises:

The SELCAL decoder (1RW) is located on the 82 VU.

The SELCAL decoder face comprises seven LEDs:

The aircraft, through a communication system receives datas.

The functional architecture of the Datalink Communication is accomplished around:

- Landing Gear provides Air/Ground aircraft status for Maintenance needs.

During the flight, pilots shall be informed of the Datalink status:

The CMU menus refer to an APM, which is understood to be the ECU.

The front face of the printer features:

To re-examine the various pictures of the components, click on their representations.

To change media displayed in the cabin without retracting the CDUs:

Each CDU is composed of:

The VCCU is composed of:

- 12 Loudspeakers distributed throughout the passenger compartment,

The cabin attendant handset assembly comprises:

The handset comprises:

The part features three illuminated pushbuttons:

The rear section of the attendant handset accommodates:

The music tape reproducer is located on the attendant panel.

The front face comprises:

The audio integrating system enables:

The audio integrating system comprises:

Two Audio Control Panels (ACP) are located on center pedestal.

The ACP panel is also composed of:

A plate, placed on the bottom, is used to identify the loudspeaker.

The microphone consists of a nylon cylindrical body.

Connecting wires are welded to the PTT switch.

When the pushbutton is pressed (normal state), RCAU functions normally.

- communications between the crew members.

- cockpit conversation and aural warnings in the flight compartment.

- voice or audio signals identifying navigation or approach radio aids.

- A Control Unit located on the overhead panel,

- A CVR microphone on the windshield center post,

As soon as one engine is running the SSCVR is automatically supplied.

The SSCVR is located in the aft unpressurized area.

The COM pushbutton of the MCP able to access to: