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ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC.

5757 Ravenswood Rd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

Phone (954) 981-3333, Fax (954) 983-5087

www.acrartex.com

ARTEX ELT 4000S

Emergency Locator Transmitter

Survival

Description, Operation, Installation and Maintenance Manual

Y1-03-0364 Rev. E

ATA Code #25-62-38

Summary of Contents for ELT 4000S

Page 1: ...7 Ravenswood Rd Ft Lauderdale FL 33312 Phone 954 981 3333 Fax 954 983 5087 www acrartex com ARTEX ELT 4000S Emergency Locator Transmitter Survival Description Operation Installation and Maintenance Manual Y1 03 0364 Rev E ATA Code 25 62 38 ...

Page 2: ...only A3 06 3168 1 Mounting Bracket Pin Right A3 06 3190 2 Mounting Bracket Pin Left A3 06 3190 3 Battery A3 06 3182 Lanyard 15 ft A3 06 3240 Velcro Strap A2 05 0195 Clear Overlaminate Label A1 18 2008 Screw 6 32 x Torx A1 05 1008 500 O Ring A1 05 1009 3 Current Draw A3 06 3274 Parts may be ordered from ACR Electronics Inc or any Authorized Dealer CONTACT INFORMATION Sales ACR Electronics Inc ARTEX...

Page 3: ...ation or data contained herein ACR is not liable in the event of incidentals special consequential or any other damages in connection with or arising from furnishing performance or use of this manual Reproduction of this publication or any portion thereof by any means is prohibited For further information contact Sales ACR Electronics Inc 5757 Ravenswood Rd Fort Lauderdale FL 33312 or by phone 954...

Page 4: ...tion 17 Specifications 23 Table 2 Environmental and Physical Specifications 23 Table 3 Electrical Specifications 24 Testing and Fault Isolation 25 Inspection and Test Procedures 25 Table 4 ELT Inspection and Checklist 25 Fault Isolation 36 Table 5 Beacon Self Test Error Codes and Troubleshooting Guide 38 Table 6 ELT Troubleshooting Guide 39 Installation and Removal 41 Battery Preparation Removal a...

Page 5: ... and information distribution system For a complete description go to the official web site for the International COSPAS SARSAT Program http www cospas sarsat int en ELT Emergency Locator Transmitter ELTs are installed on aircraft and used to send emergency signals to the SAR satellite system The word Beacon is associated with these devices FAA Federal Aviation Administration The United States gov...

Page 6: ...tes or less and an eccentricity less than 0 25 Most of the manmade objects in outer space are in LEO P N Part Number Refers to an ACR part number unless otherwise noted PLUG The term Plug within the context of this document refers to the male half of an electrical connector RECEPTACLE The term Receptacle within the context of this document refers to the female half of an electrical connector RF Ra...

Page 7: ...tandard Order A TSO is a minimum performance standard issued by the FAA for specified materials parts and appliances used on civil aircraft UIN Unique Identification Number A numeric string that is associated with a single entity within a given system USCG United States Coast Guard The coastal defense search and rescue and maritime law enforcement branch of the United States Armed Forces and one o...

Page 8: ...ATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ARTEX ELT 4000S Y1 03 0364 Rev E Company Confidential 25 62 38 Page 8 of 54 Record of Revisions REVISION CHANGE DATE REVISION CHANGE DATE A ECO 17457 12 17 20 B ECO 17515 03 04 21 C ECO 17533 4 1 21 D ECO 17773 5 3 22 E ECO 17803 5 18 22 ...

Page 9: ...S INC DESCRIPTION OPERATION INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ARTEX ELT 4000S Y1 03 0364 Rev E Company Confidential 25 62 38 Page 9 of 54 Service Bulletin List SERVICE BULLETIN NO ISSUE DATE SUBJECT MANUAL REV NO MANUAL REV DATE ...

Page 10: ...ing Guides 38 12 17 20 Introduction 12 12 17 20 Table 6 ELT Troubleshooting Guide 39 12 17 20 13 12 17 20 40 12 17 20 Table 1 Environmental Categories 14 5 3 22 Installation and Removal 41 04 01 21 15 12 17 20 42 12 17 20 16 12 17 20 43 04 01 21 Description and Operation 17 12 17 20 Battery Preparation Removal and Replacement 44 12 17 20 18 12 17 20 45 12 17 20 19 12 17 20 46 12 17 20 20 12 17 20 ...

Page 11: ...which in turn relay this message to reach the SAR Authorities Additional information about the beacon is accessed by SAR from the beacon registration database At the same time the 406 MHz signal is activated the 121 5 243 MHz signals are turned on The 121 5 243 MHz signals are used by SAR to home in on the beacon as they approach it Your beacon has a GPS receiver onboard This feature allows the be...

Page 12: ... to web links provided in this manual These were accurate at time of printing but may be subject to change Consult your national aviation authority for applicable requirements B Application 1 This manual constitutes supporting data documentation for the ARTEX ELT 4000S including a Illustrated Parts List b Description and Operation c Test and Fault Isolation d Troubleshooting e Specifications f Reg...

Page 13: ...attery ELT 4000S Battery system requires no TSO certification The battery is based on alkaline cells and individual battery cell certification is limited to UL and CE standards ELT 4000S battery system is not considered Hazmat but should be disposed of within the guidelines of your local authority NOTE The conditions and tests for TSO approval of this article are minimum performance standards Thos...

Page 14: ...on Atmosphere Test Not Applicable R 10 0 Waterproofness Spray X 11 0 Fluid Susceptibility Not Applicable X 12 0 Sand and Dust Not Applicable F 13 0 Fungus Resistance Test Not Applicable S 14 0 Salt Fog 2 cycles A 15 0 Magnetic Effect Test X 16 0 Power Input Test Not Applicable X 17 0 Voltage Spikes Not Applicable X 18 0 AF Susceptibility Not Applicable CWX 19 0 Induced Signal Susceptibility Tested...

Page 15: ...ng the latest revision or release of such documents To that end the revision designator of specific document numbers has not been included with the exception of the RTCA document listing which reflects the revision level of the documents at the time of TSO testing and certification 2 Except in the case of a printed manual reference documents available online or source locations are linked to appli...

Page 16: ...ions in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification c DO 182 Emergency Locator Transmitter ELT Equipment Installation and Performance d DO 204B Minimal Operational Performance Standards for 406 MHz Emergency Locator Transmitters ELT B Other Documents 1 The ARTEX model beacon programmer or beacon test set operating manuals are available online at the ACR products web site at acrartex com or from A...

Page 17: ...osition and update 406 messages accordingly 6 The ELT transmits a digital message that allows search and rescue authorities to contact the owner operator of the aircraft through information contained in a database The information contained in the database includes a Type of aircraft and aircraft registration number b Owner address and telephone number c Alternate emergency contact 7 After the ELT ...

Page 18: ...fidential 25 62 38 Page 18 of 54 B System Components 1 The ARTEX ELT 4000S is made of a high impact fire resistant polycarbonate plastic case Figure 2 ELT 4000S Flexible antenna Flotation line Red LED Green LED Three position momentary toggle switch ON away from antenna OFF middle position TEST ARM towards the antenna Push to Test Switch ...

Page 19: ...ERATION INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ARTEX ELT 4000S Y1 03 0364 Rev E Company Confidential 25 62 38 Page 19 of 54 Figure 3 4000S Battery Pack 2 It is mounted in a metal bracket Figure 4 ELT 4000S and Bracket Connection from Battery to ELT 4000S ...

Page 20: ...ith the toggle switch in the OFF position the beacon cannot be activated by manipulating it with wet hands placing it in a wet area or shorting wet sense contacts 5 To TURN OFF the beacon a Move the position of the ELT toggle switch from ON to OFF position b If the beacon has been activated by water immersion removing the ELT from the water will cause the beacon to automatically TURN OFF after 10 ...

Page 21: ...mately 50 seconds after manual activation NOTE The ELT cannot be reset if toggle switch is in the ON position F ELT Reset 1 If the ELT is inadvertently activated for indications see number 4 under Overview reset it by moving the toggle switch either from the ON position or ARM in case the activation took place through the water sensor to OFF position Then move it back to the ARM position G Functio...

Page 22: ... 85 C Operating 20 C to 55 C Mechanical Vibration 0 5 G PK 10 Hz to 2 000 Hz Shock 100 G for 4 ms Crashworthiness 100 g for 23 ms Humidity 95 for 10 days Penetration 55 lbs from 6 in 25 kg from 15 cm Crush 1 000 lbs 455 kg for 5 min Altitude 55 000 ft 16 764 m at 55 C Manual Activation Unit switch Weight ELT complete w Battery Pack and Mounting Tray 7 69 lbs 3 49 kg Dimension L x W x H ELT Complet...

Page 23: ...05 A3X Modulation 406 MHz Bi Phase L G1D 121 5 MHz Amplitude Modulation A3X Transmitter Duty Cycle 406 MHz 440 or 520 ms 1 every 50 seconds 5 121 5 MHz Intermittent Peak Effective Radiated Power EIRP 406 MHz EIRP 5 W 37dBm for 24 hrs 20 C to 55 C 121 5 MHz EIRP min 100mW min 20 dBm for 50 hrs 20 C to 55 C Occupied Bandwidth 406 MHz 1 9 KHz max 121 5 MHz 3 2 KHz max Spurious Emissions 406 MHz Per R...

Page 24: ...g requirements a copy of which may be used as a checklist to verify inspection and test completion The item numbers in the table correspond to the item identifiers for each task NOTE Items 5a through 5h are considered performance tests and may be required in some jurisdictions Check with your local civil aviation authority Table 4 ELT Inspection and Checklist Item Number Description By 1 ELT Brack...

Page 25: ...HANDLED WITH CARE IF POSSIBLE WEAR A GROUNDED WRIST STRAP WHEN HANDLING THE BATTERY PACK DURING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES TAKE PARTICULAR CARE TO AVOID TOUCHING THE EXPOSED CIRCUIT BOARD AND CONNECTOR PINS ON THE BOARD CAUTION DO NOT USE ANY FOREIGN CLEANER ON ELT COMPONENTS SUCH CHEMICAL AGENTS CAN BE HIGHLY DESTRUCTIVE TO THE MOUNTING HARDWARE AND ELT HOUSING CAUSING CRACKING FRACTUR...

Page 26: ...G ANY ACTIVITY THAT USES THE BEACON S OWN BATTERY POWER WILL ADVANCE THE INTERNAL BATTERY USAGE COUNTER ACTIVITIES OTHER THAN SCHEDULED SELF TESTS SHOULD BE PERFORMED WITH AN EXTERNAL POWER SOURCE SET TO 12V OR AN EXPIRED BATTERY PACK IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL WHEN DURING A SCHEDULED SELF TEST THE BEACON INFORMS THE USER WITH SEVEN BEEPS AND FLASHES ERROR CODE TO R...

Page 27: ...un time carefully plan all testing and operation verifications to avoid unnecessary operation of the ELT c In order to minimize battery usage it is recommended that any annually required testing coincide with scheduled self testing of the ELT 2 Place the ELT in an RF enclosure or screen room to prevent RF emissions 3 Remove the ELT from the metal bracket 4 Fully deploy the antenna 5 For final airw...

Page 28: ... the test area 1 meter radius from UUT as this can alter test results Figure 5 Performance Test Setup b Standard Measurement Equipment 1 To prevent damage to the measurement equipment from the 5W 406 MHz burst install an RF attenuator rated 50 ohm between the Whip Antenna output and the measurement equipment Typical attenuation is 20 dB 50 ohm and rated at 5 watts for second duration see Figure 6 ...

Page 29: ...e the ELT by placing the control switch in the ON position 3 Wait 50 seconds 4 Perform an Audio Modulation Check Item 5b during the three minute waiting period as follows a Monitor 121 5 MHz on a suitable receiver b Listen for the downward swept tone on the receiver The audio should sound like an ELT 5 Measure the frequency The frequency must be within the tolerance specified in Table 3 I 121 5 MH...

Page 30: ...vice as specified in G Performance Test Setup 2 If not activated in the previous step activate the ELT by placing the control switch in the ON position and wait 50 seconds 3 Select Beacon Test button on BT200 to begin test The Beacon Tester will search for the 406 MHz signal Once the 406 MHz signal is detected a check mark will appear to the right of the number 121 4 Read the displayed amplitude o...

Page 31: ...OND MANY METERS WILL NOT RESPOND THIS FAST OR READ THIS TYPE OF WAVEFORM ACCURATELY BECAUSE OF THIS ACR ELECTRONICS DOES NOT RECOMMEND MEASURING THE 406 MHZ BURST CURRENT CAUTION EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION DURING THE ON STATE CURRENT TEST BECAUSE 406 LIVE BRUST AND 121 5 MHZ WILL TAKE PLACE THE TEST MUST BE DONE IN A SCREENED ENVIRONMENT Figure 7 Current Draw Test Diagram Part Number A3 06 3274 2 OF...

Page 32: ... test Current will be 300 mA 6 ON state current 406 LIVE burst and 121 5 MHz Set ammeter to the amps A scale and utilize the Max Hold setting The 406 MHz burst is momentary so the ammeter must use Max Hold to measure accurately The 121 5 MHz transmission also starts after 50 seconds Activate UUT Monitor ammeter At 50 seconds the ELT 4000S will burst Current must be 300 mA NOTE The ON state current...

Page 33: ...ple Beacon Reader Test Results 6 Verify the decoded data matches the UUT s information as listed on the sales order 7 Verify that the 30 digit Hex ID matches on the programming printout Print out the handheld programmer tester display if desired N ELT Reset Check Item 5h 1 Place the ELT control switch in the OFF position 2 Return the switch to the ARM position 3 If the ELT is working properly the ...

Page 34: ...EX ELT 4000S Y1 03 0364 Rev E Company Confidential 25 62 38 Page 34 of 54 6 Listen for 2 audible sweeps on the receiver 7 Verify the buzzer sounds upon activation 8 Verify LED sequence If the test passes the green LED will display a long flash 9 Antenna test will pass if Self Test passed Refer to ...

Page 35: ...arm and close the pin 3 Re install the ELT with the bracket in the Aircraft 4 Verify that the toggle switch is placed in the ARM position Q Inspection and Test Documentation Item 8 1 Make an appropriate entry in the aircraft maintenance records i e logbook including the date the ELT inspection and testing was satisfactorily completed 2 For aircraft operating under Canadian authority following sati...

Page 36: ... 6 Verify that the 15 digit HEX ID Code matches the HEX ID on the Label 7 Verify the Serial Number including TAC number B GNSS Self Test 1 The ELT software contains a GNSS Self Test mode The ELT design s GNSS Self Test function verifies the operation of the Navigation System interface a It is recommended that beacon GNSS Self Test be performed on a periodic basis for a maximum of 60 times during t...

Page 37: ... GNSS Self Tests are limited to a maximum of 60 times on a battery pack NOTE To take advantage of the position information in the GNSS Self Test a 406 MHz decoder is necessary to demodulate the signal and to obtain position information sent out by the GNSS Self Test NOTE Distinct indication that 406 MHz and 121 5 MHz RF power emitted is confirmed by observing any sequence of local LED pulse remote...

Page 38: ...attery voltage If this test passes there is no LED flash otherwise if it fails there is a red LED flash Bad antenna load Long red LED flash at the end of self test to indicate that self test failed failure of any individual self test causes self test to fail Low transmitter power Navigation date not present Missing identification Other internal error 406 MHz transmission error 121 5 MHz transmissi...

Page 39: ... return ELT to factory for servicing If the ELT had clear view to the sky during this inadvertent activation contact the USCG to report this false activation Defective Water Sense Toggle switch in OFF position If ST button or water sensor can be activated manually ELT defective Remove battery pack to disable ELT and return ELT to factory for servicing If the ELT had clear view to the sky during th...

Page 40: ...ottom of the battery case RFID All ELT 4000S ELTs A3 06 3168 and A3 06 3168 1 contain an RFID tag The RFID tag contained in A3 06 3168 will not be programmed upon delivery to the customer The RFID tag contained in A3 06 3168 1 will be programmed at ACR Electronics Inc prior to delivery to the customer Information programmed in the RFID tag will include but is not limited to Serial Number HEX ID UI...

Page 41: ...d towards the front in order to protect the antenna 4 Close the swing bracket arm and place the pin inside the hole 5 The pin must lock the swing NOTE The ELT 4000S is TSO Certified with the bracket and thus should be installed with the bracket to maintain TSO Certification The mounting hole pattern for the ELT 4000S bracket is as follows in Figure 9 Additionally Figure 10 shows dimensions of the ...

Page 42: ...CE MANUAL ARTEX ELT 4000S Y1 03 0364 Rev E Company Confidential 25 62 38 Page 42 of 54 Figure 9 Mounting Bracket Installation Mounting Bracket Installation Hardware is as follows installation kit A3 06 3352 8 32 x 5 8 Screws 6 pieces 8 Flat Washer 6 pieces 8 32 x 1 4 Hex Nut 6 pieces ...

Page 43: ...ture as appropriate 2 Mark and drill the six mounting holes with a 19 or 4 25mm drill Refer to Figure 9 on page 42 for the mounting hole locations circled in red NOTE The use of substitute mounting hardware is acceptable provided the hardware used meets or exceeds the strength and corrosion resistance of the original hardware 3 Torque screws to 12 1 lb in 136 11 N cm Figure 10 Bracket Open with Pi...

Page 44: ...in The pin will be released when pulled 2 Swing the bracket arm 3 Hold the beacon from the battery pack or the middle of the beacon and remove it from the bracket NOTE Right Left swing could be selected depending on the customer needs CAUTION IF THE BEACON IS IN THE ARM POSITION THE BEACON CAN BE INADVERTANTLY ACTIVATED BY SHORTING THE WATER SENSE CONTACT DURING THE PLACEMENT OR REMOVAL AVOID HOLD...

Page 45: ...Check the battery pack expiration date 7 Replace the battery pack if any of the following conditions are true a After use in an emergency b After an inadvertent activation of unknown duration c When the total of all known transmissions exceeds one hour d On or before battery replacement expiration date B Battery Removal and Replacement The battery is user Owner Pilot and Operator replaceable in th...

Page 46: ...tery that was removed for inspection and testing as well as fitting a new battery 9 Apply a thin coating of non petroleum based silicone grease such as GE G 635 to the rubber seal to facilitate installation and to allow the ELT and battery pack to slide together without binding on the rubber seal NOTE Inspect gasket for wear and tear or damage prior to installation 10 Lay the battery pack and ELTR...

Page 47: ...ACR ELECTRONICS INC DESCRIPTION OPERATION INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ARTEX ELT 4000S Y1 03 0364 Rev E Company Confidential 25 62 38 Page 47 of 54 Figure 12 ELT 4000S Exploded View ANTENNA BATTERY PACK O RING ...

Page 48: ...ial production seal validation procedures The procedure as identified provides compliance to all technical requirements to support in flight operations for ELT operation Please contact ACR Electronics Inc to find a service center where a battery replacement can be performed The ARTEX ELT 4000S Replacement Battery Pack part number is A3 06 3182 Phone 1 954 981 3333 https www acrartex com support re...

Page 49: ...uipment being returned Date purchased Date placed in service Number of hours in service Nature and cause of failure Remarks optional Return Material Authorization Upon receipt of such notice ACR Electronics Inc will issue a Return Material Authorization RMA number which then authorizes return of the material or equipment to the following address Repair and Overhaul ACR Electronics Inc 5757 Ravensw...

Page 50: ...ote the item number assigned to the part c Refer to the associated parts list and find the item number in the Item column 2 If the part number is known a Refer to the parts list and find the part in the Part column b Note the figure number and item number assigned to the part c Refer to the illustration in the applicable IPL figure to find attaching hardware and related assembly parts 3 In cases w...

Page 51: ...em Part Description Quantity 1 A3 06 3168 Beacon and Battery 1 1 A3 06 3168 1 Beacon and Battery Boeing only 1 2 A3 06 3190 2 Mounting Bracket Pin Right 1 3 A3 06 3190 3 Mounting Bracket Pin Left not shown 1 Alt 4 A3 06 3182 Battery 1 5 A3 06 3240 Lanyard 15 ft 1 6 A2 05 0195 Velcro Strap 1 7 A1 18 2008 Clear Overlaminate Label 2 8 A1 05 1008 500 Screw 6 32 x Torx 4 9 A1 05 1009 3 O Ring 1 Table 7...

Page 52: ...ode provides information regarding a Unique aircraft or ELT identification b Country of origin c Latitude and longitude position data when connected to aircraft navigation system 5 If the beacon is reprogrammed to a new protocol aircraft tail number different country etc the 15 Hex ID changes and the beacon requires relabeling B Reason for Registration 1 ELT registration aids the Rescue Coordinati...

Page 53: ...wner s name 2 Address 3 Telephone number 4 Aircraft type and registration number 5 Any information specific to the registration database 2 The information i e address telephone number etc filed as part of the registration process should be kept up to date C Where to Register 1 In the United States the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA is the registration agency 2 Specific regist...

Page 54: ...S ACR ELECTRONICS INC DESCRIPTION OPERATION INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL ARTEX ELT 4000S Y1 03 0364 Rev E Company Confidential 25 62 38 Page 54 of 54 Appendix B Return Material Authorization RMA Request Form ...

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