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UAV-1004270-001

Rev A

tailBeaconX

TSO

User and Installation Guide

Summary of Contents for tailBeaconX TSO

Page 1: ...UAV 1004270 001 Rev A tailBeaconXTM TSO User and Installation Guide ...

Page 2: ...d for personal use provided that the complete text of this copyright notice is retained Unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual or any revision hereto is strictly prohibited uAvionix and Ping are registered trademarks of uAvionix Corporation and may not be used without express permission of uAvionix tailBeaconX skyBeaconX ping200X tailBeacon skyBeacon and skyBeacon Installer are tradem...

Page 3: ...UAV 1004270 001 3 Rev A 1 Revision History Revision Date Comments A 1 22 2021 Initial release ...

Page 4: ...ber ECCN 7A994 These items are controlled by the U S Government and authorized for export only to the country of ultimate destination for use by the ultimate consignee or end user s herein identified They may not be resold transferred or otherwise disposed of to any other country or to any person other than the authorized ultimate consignee or end user s either in their original form or after bein...

Page 5: ...ltered Disclaimer of Warranty IN NO EVENT SHALL UAVIONIX BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Warranty Service Warranty repair service shall ...

Page 6: ...ilBeaconX Hardware 12 5 6 2 tailBeaconX Universal Installation Kit 12 5 6 3 tailBeaconX ADS B Software 12 5 7 Environmental Qualification Form 13 5 8 Continued Airworthiness 14 5 9 System Limitations 14 6 System Specifications 15 6 1 System Functionality 15 6 2 Aireon Compatibility 15 6 3 Wi Fi 15 6 4 Call Sign 15 6 5 Suppression Input 16 6 6 tailBeaconX TSO Specifications 17 6 6 1 Physical Specif...

Page 7: ... 25 7 6 Wiring 26 7 7 Unit Installation 29 8 Control 31 9 System Configuration 31 9 1 Connect to tailBeaconX Wi Fi 32 9 2 Configuration Basic 33 9 3 Configuration Advanced 34 9 4 Post Installation Checks Configuration 35 9 5 Post Installation Checks Regulatory 36 9 6 Software Part Number Annual Checks 37 10 Normal Operation 38 11 Maintenance 38 12 Care and Cautions 38 13 Support 38 Appendix A Cont...

Page 8: ...uired for approval of this article are minimum performance standards Those installing this article either on or within a specific type or class of aircraft must determine that the aircraft installation conditions are within the standards which include any accepted integrated functions not specified by the standards TSO articles articles approved with 14 CFR Part 21 8 d and any accepted integrated ...

Page 9: ... Frequency of 1090 MHz TSO C166b RTCA DO 260B Class B1S Airborne Navigation Sensor Using the Global Positioning System GPS Augmented by the Satellite Based Augmentation System SBAS TSO C145e INCOMP RTCA DO 229E Beta 1 Position Light White TSO C30c SAE AS8037 Type III 1 Anticipating RTCA DO 181F Level 2 Transponder requirements tailBeaconX does not support the UM protocol does not support the Comm ...

Page 10: ...s as contained in ICAO Annex 10 Volume IV 3 1 2 6 5 3 1 3 1 2 6 11 3 2 1 3 3 1 2 6 11 3 4 2 2 and 3 1 2 7 9 2 3 C112e uAvionix was granted a deviation to not implement Comm A support consistent with anticipated RTCA DO 181F and FAA TSO C112f Level 2 transponder requirements This impacts the Mode S Level 2 transponder SARPs requirements as contained in ICAO Annex 10 Volume IV 2 1 5 1 2 3 1 2 6 11 1...

Page 11: ...istent with anticipated RTCA DO 181F and FAA TSO C112f requirements C166b uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO C166b Paragraphs 3 e and 6 h to use RTCA DO 178C in place of RTCA DO 178B C166b uAvionix was granted a deviation to not implement Airborne Velocity Subtypes 3 and 4 consistent with anticipated RTCA DO 260C and FAA TSO C166c requirements C145e uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO...

Page 12: ...PWROOM02U 5 6 Device Marking 5 6 1 tailBeaconX Hardware 5 6 2 tailBeaconX Universal Installation Kit 5 6 3 tailBeaconX ADS B Software The ADS B software contained in the tailBeaconX is identified by electronic marking Reference Section 9 6 for information on determining the software part number ...

Page 13: ... 1 Type 4 5 Category S Vibration Test Curve M Aircraft zone 7 Type 1 Helicopter to Category U2 Explosion 9 0 Equipment tested to Category H Waterproofness 10 0 Equipment tested to Category S Fluids Susceptibility 11 0 Equipment tested to Category F Sand and Dust 12 0 Equipment tested to Category S Fungus 13 0 Equipment identified as Category X no test Salt Spray 14 0 Equipment tested to Category S...

Page 14: ...X can be placed in an airborne state for test purposes by entering Ground Test Mode using the installer application or by using certain compatible control heads For more details see Section 9 5 The rear position light is designed with 2 white LEDs If any LED fails the unit must be repaired or replaced Note Use dark glasses or cover the device to ensure eye safety during LED inspection 5 9 System L...

Page 15: ...TSO functions and is not recognized by the FAA TSO authorization but is instead a performance based designation awarded by Aireon 6 3 Wi Fi Wi Fi is intended for on ground configuration Wi Fi is only enabled in standby STBY mode and disabled when in ALT or ON mode To restore Wi Fi functionality after flight the device must be set back to STBY mode 6 4 Call Sign Your call sign may be adjusted on th...

Page 16: ...on input can be connected to the suppression output of other L band equipment such as DME Driven high tailBeaconX will suppress transmissions The suppression input must be driven to an input voltage of at least 10 VDC The input must be connected to ground when not in use ...

Page 17: ...ight 110 38mm Depth 110 75mm Weight 4 9 oz 140 grams Operating temperature range 45 C to 70 C Maximum pressure altitude 35 000ft Input voltage range 9 to 30 3 VDC 14V current 0 2A idle 0 25A typical 0 5A maximum 28V current 0 1A idle 0 125A typical 0 25A maximum Note Shown with Universal Installation Kit UAV 1003793 001 including spacer ...

Page 18: ...AS Frequency 1575 42 MHz L1 C A code Sensitivity Tracking Reacquisition Cold Start Hot Start 166 dBm 160 dBm 148 dBm 160 dBm Horizontal position accuracy 6 m RMS with SBAS Velocity accuracy 0 05 m s Heading accuracy 0 3 degrees TTFF Time to First Fix 58 seconds typical with current almanac and position Reacquisition 1 second typical Position update interval 0 2 second 5 Hz Time mark 20 ns of UTC D...

Page 19: ...ils see Appendix A 6 6 6 Wireless Configuration Interface Specifications Characteristics Specifications Standard 802 11b g n Wi Fi Access Point Security WPA2 PSK with unique key SSID Beacon XXXX where XXXX is a hexadecimal 16 bit unique identifier Frequency 2412 MHz Channel 1 Maximum clients 4 Protocol UCP 6 6 7 System Interfaces WARNING Do not connect the power wire to a Xenon strobe power pack T...

Page 20: ...ent If the unit is damaged notify the shipping company to file a claim for the damage To justify your claim save the original shipping container and all packing materials 7 2 Authorized Part Numbers tailBeaconX Item P N tailBeaconX Hardware UAV 1003648 tailBeaconX ping200X Software UAV 1002393 tailBeaconX TSO Installation Kits Item P N tailBeaconX Universal Installation Kit UAV 1003793 ...

Page 21: ...acon UAV 1001756 001 2 Mounting Plate tailBeaconX UAV 1003125 001 3 Socket Head Cap Screw M2 x 4 VT 2 UAV 1002820 003 4 Flat Head Phillips Screw 4 40 x 1in 2 UAV 1002184 001 6 Dome Head Phillips Screw 6 Coarse Thread 2 UAV 1003792 001 5 Flat Head Phillips Screw 6 32 x 1in 2 UAV 1003563 001 7 tailBeaconX Spacer UAV 1003562 001 8 Hex L Wrench 1 5mm UAV 1002817 001 9 Wire Splice 5 UAV 1001487 001 ...

Page 22: ... access to the following tools Phillips screwdriver 1 5mm hex driver included Appropriate crimping tool s 7 4 Additional Required Equipment tailBeaconX is a remote transponder to function it requires connection to a controlling device often referred to as a control head The following table details what functions are provided directly by tailBeaconX Transponder ADS B Transmitter GPS Receiver Transp...

Page 23: ...elevators or other structures would block visibility to the sky tailBeaconX is NOT designed to replace an existing rotating anti collision beacon Determine if tailBeaconX will be mounted to a fixed surface or a moving control surface If installed on a moving control surface specific attention must be paid to proper balance Refer to the Manufacturer s Service Manual to determine if balancing is req...

Page 24: ...ted either vertically or horizontally as shown above Determine the orientation of the existing aft position light mounting hardware and install the mounting plate accordingly 1 Remove the existing aft position light 2 Detach the power wire s and protect them from damage 3 Ensure the thru hole in the tail cone or rudder is at least 36 5mm in diameter and allows straight passage of the tailBeaconX m...

Page 25: ...dware compatible with the thread types required only if when installed the screw heads do not protrude from the surface of the mounting plate as shown below Note Installation of the tailBeaconX must be in accordance with AC 43 13 2B Chapter 1 7 5 2 Spacer Mounting Aircraft with an installation cavity shallower than required to mount using the Direct Mounting method or with other mounting interfere...

Page 26: ...n Input tailBeaconX is designed to use existing position light power wiring If new power wiring is desired refer to AC 43 13 1B Chapter 11 for guidance The wiring should present an impedance of less than 0 5ohm The following table provides guidance for typical aircraft hook up wire Gauge ohm km Maximum Length for 0 5ohm 20 AWG 35 14 2m 22 AWG 64 7 8m 1 Prepare the aircraft wiring for connection a ...

Page 27: ...d install 3 conductor twisted pair cable Installations not requiring suppression input require only 2 conductors b Install a ground wire from the aircraft airframe or battery ground NOTE Wires shown trimmed to an appropriate length ...

Page 28: ...xposed non shielded portions of the interface conductors AND ground drains are to remain less than 2 5 inches 2 5 Inches Maximum Non Shielded Shielded 5 Where required connect the tailBeaconX white wire to the twisted pair conductor connected to the aircraft suppression bus tailBeaconX implements suppression input only If not used connect the white wire to aircraft ground 6 Connect the twisted pai...

Page 29: ...conX with the cut outs in the Mounting Plate This requires you to rotate the unit 5º Counter Clockwise from vertical before inserting Once inserted gently rotate Clockwise to vertical and secure with M2 anti rotation screws DO NOT FORCE ROTATION tailBeaconX should rotate with little resistance 1 Insert tailBeaconX into the Mounting Plate and twist clockwise to the vertical position ...

Page 30: ... the included 1 5mm hex driver Ensure threads are fully coated in thread locking compound before installation Tighten the anti rotation screws until snug 3 4 in lb The head of the screw may have some clearance under it this is okay if the proper torque is achieved 3 If tailBeaconX has been installed on a moving control surface specific attention must be paid to proper balance Refer to the Manufact...

Page 31: ... information is provided by tailBeaconX to the control head For details on the tailBeaconX control interface refer to Appendix A For details on compatible equipment and interconnections refer to Appendix B 9 System Configuration Download the uAvionix skyBeacon Installer app from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store Note DO NOT use the uAvionix Ping Installer or uAvionix Echo Installer apps The a...

Page 32: ...TBY mode and then follow the instructions to connect to the tailBeaconX for configuration The SSID of the tailBeaconX is in the form Beacon XXXX for example Beacon 7782 The tailBeaconX Wi Fi connection is secure The WPA2 passphrase is written on an inclusion in your package and should be entered exactly as printed WPA2 passphrases are case sensitive Keep the inclusion containing Wi Fi information ...

Page 33: ...to the aircraft by the registration authority of the aircraft These addresses are usually written as a 6 digit hexadecimal number Maximum Aircraft Speed knots Mode S transponders transmit their maximum airspeed characteristics to aircraft equipped with TCAS This information is used to identify threats and to plan avoidance action by the TCAS equipped aircraft The airspeeds are grouped in ranges VS...

Page 34: ...nes this is typically Light Airplane Aircraft Length Enter the aircraft Length in Meters Aircraft Width Enter the aircraft width in Meters GPS Antenna Offset Lateral Enter the position of tailBeaconX relative to the center of the aircraft Roll axis in Meters For a typical tail mounted light this is 0m GPS Antenna Offset Longitudinal Enter the position of tailBeaconX relative to the nose of the air...

Page 35: ...y that the ICAO number is correct as entered Verify Squawk code if available from the control head in standby is correct Verify that the pressure altitude if available from the control head in standby is correct and corresponds to the primary pressure altitude 125 ft Annually confirm the displayed ADS B Version and associated information is current per Service Bulletins listed at https uavionix co...

Page 36: ...cycled This ensures that the device will respond to Mode S Only All Calls which occurs only when airborne To access Ground Test Mode scroll to the bottom of the Monitor page and press the Enable Ground Test Mode button A message will appear confirming selection of the mode Once enabled set the transponder the appropriate mode e g ALT and proceed with ramp testing When complete power cycle the tail...

Page 37: ... Annual Checks Annually confirm the displayed ADS B P N and ADS B Version is current per Service Bulletins listed at https uavionix com support tailBeaconX If ADS B Version is not current apply Service Bulletins as appropriate to update ADS B software ...

Page 38: ...oth micro fiber rag to remove accumulated contaminants Use of chemical cleaners and degreasers should be avoided If the tailBeaconX is exposed to cleaning chemicals you should promptly wash off all residue DO NOT wax buff paint or attempt to polish any part of the tailBeaconX assembly Doing so may damage the lens or electronics Avoid any contact with abrasive materials including scrubbing pads Nev...

Page 39: ...ceipt of an Apollo input message The data rate and protocols can be configured by the UCP UCP HD Transponder Configuration message UCP or UCP HD input is required to be enabled to allow device configuration A 1 UCP HD uAvionix Control Protocol UCP and uAvionix Control Protocol Half Duplex UCP HD are documented in uAvionix UCP Transponder Interface Control Document UAV 1002375 001 This document is ...

Page 40: ... value is transmitted as Flight ID If none all spaces is provided the Call Sign Aircraft Registration value configured in the device is transmitted Air Ground State Optionally air ground state may be provided in the Control message To use air ground state from the control message the device must be configured with a VS0 of zero Air ground logic is described by the following chart Airborne subsonic...

Page 41: ...tions TSO C166b requires annunciations of ADS B transmission device and function failures see RTCA DO 260B 2 2 11 5 Fault Description Maintenance Required ICAO address not set RTCA DO 181E 2 2 10 3 ICAO address not set RTCA DO 260B 2 2 11 3 1 Multiple position sources available check configuration RTCA DO 260B 2 2 5 3 Failure TX System Transponder replies not enabled or acquisition squitter rate f...

Page 42: ...e is received Apollo message output is enabled until device reset A 2 1 Supported Input Messages The following input messages are supported Mode MD The Mode message configures the operating mode Mode A squawk code and IDENT Setting Description Mode A Mode C Mode S 1090ES O STBY A ON Altitude Suppress X X X C ALT X X X X Altitude AL The altitude message provides pressure altitude information ...

Page 43: ...ns please reference the appropriate installation manual and pilot s guide The installer should become fully familiar with the installation process for the controlling device Use of these devices may be limited to non certified aircraft These descriptions are informational and in no way grant an installation approval B 1 Compatible Protocols tailBeaconX is compatible with the UCP HD and Apollo prot...

Page 44: ...UAV 1004270 001 44 Rev A B 2 1 uAvionix AV 20 E B 2 2 uAvionix AV 30 E AV 30 C ...

Page 45: ...uration Certain third party EFIS displays have the capability to send barometric pressure altitude data and control the mode and squawk functions of the tailBeaconX through an available RS 232 serial output Position data is not required to be provided by the EFIS as the tailBeaconX has an integrated GPS function tailBeaconX configuration must take place through the skyBeacon Installer application ...

Page 46: ...t options for certain compatible EFIS displays are shown below Please consult the EFIS installation manuals for additional options and information GRT Mini X Mini AP Serial 1 Serial 2 TXD Pin 5 1 GRT Mini B Serial 1 Serial 2 Serial 3 TXD Pin 5 1 9 GRT Sport EX Horizon EX Serial 1 Serial 2 Serial 3 Serial 4 Serial 5 Serial 6 TXD Pin A2 A4 A25 A5 A3 A1 ...

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