Astronics Sierra E71-314, User Manual

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Page | 16 Revision Date April 30, 2020 || Document Number UM-E71-314 || Rev B
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3.3 Key Hardware Components
The Sierra key hardware components include:
Component Description
CPU
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Dual Core 1.3 GHz (1.8 MHz burst), Intel® Atom™ x5-E3930
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2 MB L2 cache
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4 GB DDR4 – 2133MT/s
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16 GB eMMC onboard flash
Wi-Fi
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Two (2) 2.4 GHz/5 GHz, 802.11ac/abgn radios (Wave 2) –
simultaneous operation.
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One (1) dedicated 802.11ac/bgn (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) radio for networking
multiple units together.
Cellular 4G/LTE supports diversity mode. Automatically enables and disables
transmission based upon ADSB data. Front Panel Auto/Override switch
Bluetooth Bluetooth v4.0 or Bluetooth Low Energy to be used for wireless discrete
functions (requires a complimentary BLE device installed on the aircraft).
ADS-B ADS-B receiver; used for moving map applications and automatic cellular
modem control.
Decompression Automatically disables IFE systems in the event of a cabin decompression
Security TPM per TPM 2.0
PA Pause Optionally can automatically pause streaming content in the event of a PA
announcement.
Note: Requires a PA Pause Module, Astronics CSC P/N E71-500-01,
installed in the aircraft.
Mass Storage
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Front Removable: Up to 2 TB SSD
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Internal: 16 GB eMMC flash memory on board
Control
Interfaces
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Power ON/OFF button
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USB 3.0 (Type A)
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SIM card slot (front panel)
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Serial console applications for both CPU and AP (USB-C)
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Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45 – rear panel)
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External power source (DIN and blade connector – rear panel)
Front Panel
LED Indicators
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Power ON
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Cellular Enabled
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Bat 1 / Bat 2 State-of-Charge Indicators
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Status
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External Power Source
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Bluetooth
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Wifi
Battery
Up to 2x 14.4 V, 6900 mA∙h (99.4 W∙h) Li
-ion. Batteries are hot
Aircraft Power Optionally can be powered via the aircraft 28 VDC power bus with slide in
tray-mounted connector.
Note: Requires use of an aircraft specific STC.
Dimensions 7.1” (W) x 10.4” (L) x 4.7” (H)