L-3 Communications Avionics Systems

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5353 52 Street, S.E.
Grand Rapids, MI 49512-9704 USA
Telephone (616) 949-6600
Fax (616) 977-6898
www.as.l-3com.com Service Bulletin
Revision History: Rev A (05-09-2006)
Rev B (05-11-2006)
Rev C (10-23-2009)
SB805-10800-203 (Rev. D)
November 3, 2009

TRC497 - SOFTWARE VERSION 1.8 UPGRADE

Planning Information

Effectivity: TRC497 SKYWATCH®, P/N 805-10800-xxx

ECN: 73864

Concurrent Requirements: N/A

Reason: Software version 1.8 has been released. This software upgrade:
• Corrects the ARINC 429 output Label 320 to Sign Status Matrix
(SSM) to No Computed Data (NCD) when the Sky497 is
connected to a Stepper Motor as a heading source. (Stepper
motor cannot be used on any moving map, only syncro or digital
heading can be used for this purpose). This software prevents
stepper motor data from being processed as valid heading, Label
320, by setting the SSM of label 320 to NCD to prevent
misleading data to the pilot.
• Changes the maximum number of aircraft intruders displayed on
our WX-1000/SKY497 display from 8 to 10.

• Software Version 1.8 and Mod J together adds Verbal Intruder

Positioning (ViP™), SKWATCH’s new extended audio callout
feature. The extended audio callouts adds relative bearing, relative
altitude (if available) and range to the aural TA announcement.
Refer to SB805-10800-204 for Mod J information.

Description: U28 located on the IOP PCB Assembly P/N 812-10803-xxx and U8
& U9 located on the STP PCB Assembly P/N 812-10802-xxx are
updated with the latest changes.
Compliance: Customer Units: Units removed from the aircraft and returned to
factory for repair or test and evaluation must have software version
1.8 installed.
NOTE: Cost is included in the repair charges.
New Units: Future production units will incorporate software
version 1.8.
Approval: The installation of software version 1.8 is approved by the Manager,
Chicago Aircraft Certification Office, ACE-115C and, by letter
dated May 5, 2006 as an alternative method of compliance with AD
98-25-02.

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Export Compliance: This technical data is controlled under the Export Administration
Regulations [ECCN 7E994] and may not be exported to a foreign
person, either in the United States or abroad without the proper
authorization of the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Manpower: Removal and replacement of the TRC497 from the aircraft is not
reimbursable by L-3 Avionics Systems.

Weight and Balance: Negligible

Electrical Load Data: Not Changed

Software Accomplishment L-3 Avionics Systems P/N 016-10813-001 Rev. G

Summary:

References: SKY497 Installation Manual, P/N 009-10800-001

SB805-10800-204, TRC497 Mod J ViP™ Extended Audio Callouts

Other Publications Affected: None

Interchangeability of Parts: N/A

Material Information

Material: IOP Programmed IC U28, P/N 532-10801-001 Rev 1.08

STP Programmed IC U8, P/N 532-10800-001 Rev 1.04
STP Programmed IC U9, P/N 532-10800-001 Rev 1.04

Industry Support N/A

Information:

Material Necessary for Each N/A

Aircraft Component:

Material Necessary for Each N/A

Spare:

Re-Identified Parts: N/A

Tooling: N/A

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Accomplishment Instructions
Units can only be modified at the factory. When sending the unit to the factory:

It is not necessary to call L-3 Avionics Systems for a return authorization. Send the unit to:

L-3 Communications Avionics Systems

Attn: Customer Service
5353 52nd Street, S.E.
Grand Rapids, MI USA 49512-9704
Telephone: (800) 453-0288 or (616) 949-6600
Fax: (616) 977-6898

Include shipping instructions, a telephone number and a contact person.

For additional assistance, call L-3 Avionics Systems Customer Service (800-453-0288 or 616-949-6600).

Testing Procedures: A performance test is performed on the unit after repairs and
modifications are accomplished.

NOTE
Upon reinstallation, the unit must be calibrated and the
configuration saved before returning to service.

Identification Procedures: Software version 1.8 will be identified by an entry on the S/N & ID
tag.

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