
BENDIX/KING
KT 73
Rev 0, October/2002
10563I00.JA
Page 2-1
SECTION II
INSTALLATION
2.1
GENERAL INFORMATION
This section contains suggestions and factors to consider before installing the KT 73 Mode S Tran-
sponder. Close adherence to these suggestions will assure a more satisfactory performance from
the equipment.
The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this article are minimum performance stan-
dards. It is the responsibility of those desiring to install this article either on or within a specific
type or class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within TSO stan-
dards. The article may be installed only if further evaluation by the applicant documents an ac-
ceptable installation and is approved by the Administrator.
2.2
UNPACKING AND INSPECTING EQUIPMENT
Exercise extreme caution when unpacking the unit. Make a visual inspection of the unit for evi-
dence of damage incurred during shipment. If a claim for a damage is to be made, save the ship-
ping container to substantiate the claim. When all equipment is removed, place all packing mate-
rials in the shipping container for future storage or reshipment of the unit.
2.3
EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
2.3.1
GENERAL
The following paragraphs contain information pertaining to the initial installation of the KT 73 Mode
S Transponder, including instructions concerning the location and mounting of the supporting an-
tenna.
The equipment should be installed in the aircraft in a manner consistent with acceptable workman-
ship and engineering practices and in accordance with the instructions set forth in this publication.
To ensure that the system has been properly and safely installed in the aircraft, the installer should
make a through visual inspection and conduct an overall operational check of the system on the
ground prior to flight.
CAUTION:
AFTER INSTALLATION OF THE CABLING
AND BEFORE INSTALLATION OF THE
EQUIPMENT, A CHECK SHOULD BE MADE
WITH THE AIRCRAFT PRIMARY POWER
SUPPLIED TO THE MOUNTING CONNEC-
TOR TO ENSURE THAT POWER IS APPLIED
ONLY TO THE PINS SPECIFIED IN THE IN-
TERCONNECTION DRAWINGS, FIGURES 2-
5 THRU 2-10.
The installation should be installed in accordance with standards established by the customer’s
installing agency and existing conditions as to unit location and type of installation. However, the
following suggestions should be considered before installing the system. Close adherence to
these suggestions will assure a more satisfactory performance from the equipment. The installing
agency will supply and fabricate all external cables. The connectors required are supplied by Hon-
eywell.
Impress Tryout
Preliminary - Subject To Change Without Notice