MXS System Description and Installation Manual
UM06945
© Sagetech Avionics 2022 Proprietary Confidential
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1.0
Introduction
This manual provides information intended for use by persons who, in accordance with current regulatory
requirements, are qualified to install this equipment. Installation requirements may vary, depending on
the specifics of each aircraft, and this manual is intended as a guideline for that purpose. This manual
assumes familiarity with the setup and operation of the aircraft systems that interface with the MXS.
1.1
Sagetech Customer Support
Sagetech Avionics is dedicated to making integration of our MXS a straight-forward and simple exercise.
We want your experience with Sagetech to be unparalleled in product quality and customer service. If you
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1.2
Equipment Safety and Precautions
This product uses semiconductors that can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). When handling,
use standard ESD practices to ensure the MXS is not damaged.
1.2.1
RF Port Termination Warning
Important:
Whenever power is applied to the MXS, a 50-ohm load must be connected to the
SMA connector of any unused antenna port. Use a commercially available 50-ohm
load rated for pulses of 500W with a 1% duty cycle and a maximum VSWR of 1.5:1
between 1030MHz and 1090MHz. A load with a higher VSWR may cause permanent
damage to the transponder. (Refer to Section 4.3.
1.2.2
Electromagnetic Exposure Statements and Warnings
The MXS equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 87 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
all installations. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to audio or visional reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
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Connect the equipment into a different power source than receiver.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced RF equipment installation technician for help.
