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Cabin Systems

Boeing 737-600/700/800/900

Cabin Systems
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. PASSENGER ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM.................................................8 3.16. System Signal Explanations.................................................................52

1.1. Introduction............................................................................................8 3.17. Power Distribution..............................................................................54
1.2. General Description..............................................................................10 3.18 Seat Power distribution........................................................................56
1.3. Airline Configuration Specific Information.............................................12

2. SYSTEM OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION.................................................14

2.1. System Operational Description.............................................................14
2.2. Cabin Crew Operational Screens...........................................................16
2.3. Passenger Operation.............................................................................18
2.4. Maintenance Operations.......................................................................20
2.5. Special Tools and Test Equipment..........................................................22
2.6. Maintenance Safety..............................................................................24

3. PHYSICAL, FUNCTIONAL AND INTERFACE DESCRIPTION...................26

3.1. Major Equipment Areas........................................................................26
3.2. Crew Panel (CP) Description..................................................................28
3.3. Crew Panel (CP) Function......................................................................30
3.4. System Controller-Audio (SC-A)............................................................32
3.5. Main Multiplexer (MM).........................................................................34
3.6. Seat Electronics Box (SEB)......................................................................36
3.7. Side Wall Disconnect (SWD)..................................................................38
3.8. Passenger Control Unit (PCU)................................................................40
3.9. Video Distribution Unit (VDU)...............................................................42
3.10 Retractable LCD Monitors (rLCD).........................................................44
3.11 System Operational Modes..................................................................46
3.12. System States.................................................................................46
3.13. System Signal Formats........................................................................47
3.14 Passenger Address (PA)/Video PA (VPA)................................................47
3.15. In-Seat Audio......................................................................................50

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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

CREW PANEL.......................................................................................................................... 29 ADC Air Data Computer

CREW PANEL.......................................................................................................................... 15
DIGITAL MPES CABIN OPERATIONS SCREENS.......................................................................... 17 ADIRS Air Data/Inertial Reference System
DIGITAL MPES MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS SCREENS............................................................ 21 AES Advanced Encryption Standard
DIGITAL MPES MAINTENANCE SAFETY................................................................................... 25
DIGITAL MPES SPECIAL TOOLS................................................................................................ 23 ANSI American National Standard Institute
DIGITAL MPES SYSTEM INTERFACE......................................................................................... 11 ARINC Aeronautical Radio Inc
DIGITAL PASSENGER INTERFACES PCU.................................................................................... 19
FUNCTIONAL SYSTEM INTERFACES......................................................................................... 53 BGM Background / Boarding Music
IN-SEAT VIDEO........................................................................................................................ 51 BIT Built-In Test
LOPA WITH OVERHEAD MONITORS/VCC................................................................................ 13
MAIN MULTIPLEXER................................................................................................................ 35 BITE Built-In-Test Equipment
MAJOR EQUIPMENT AREAS.................................................................................................... 27 CEPT E1 Conference of European Post and Telecommunication
PASSENGER CONTROL UNIT.................................................................................................... 41
PASSENGER ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM...................................................................................... 9 Administration E1
PA:VIDEO PA........................................................................................................................... 48 CP Crew Panel
RLCD MONITOR...................................................................................................................... 45
SAMPLE POWER DISTRIBUTION DIAGRAM.............................................................................. 55 CRC Crew Rest Compartment
SAMPLE SEAT POWER DISTRIBUTION...................................................................................... 57 DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory
SEAT ELECTRONICS BOX......................................................................................................... 37
SIDE WALL DISCONNECT........................................................................................................ 39 DPCU Digital Pasenger Control Unit (see PCU)
SYSTEM CONTROLLER-AUDIO................................................................................................ 32 DMPES Digital Multiplexed Passenger
SYSTEM CONTROLLER-AUDIO................................................................................................ 33
VCC AND CREW PANEL (CP) LOCATION................................................................................. 31 Entertainment System
VIDEO DISTRIBUTION UNIT...................................................................................................... 43 DSP Digital Signal Processing
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
FAP Forward Attendant Panel
FAR Federal Aviation Regulation
FC Fiber Channel
FMC Flight Management Computer
FMGES Flight Management Guidance and Envelope System
Hz Hertz
IFE In-Flight Entertainment
IR Infrared

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IRS Inertial Reference System SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory
ISPS In-Seat Power Supply SEB Seat Electronic Box
LCD Liquid Crystal Display SWD Side Wall Disconnect
LCDM LCD Monitor TBD To Be Determined
LED Light Emitting Diode USB Universal Serial Bus
LRU Line Replaceable Unit VAC Voltage Alternating Current
MM Main Multiplexer VCC Video Control Center/Console
MP3 MPEG layer 3 audio VDC Voltage Direct Current
MPEG Moving Pictures Experts Group VDU Video Distribution Unit
MTBF Mean Time Between Failures VGA Video Graphic Array
N/A Not Applicable WDB Wall Disconnect Box
N/C No Connection
NVRAM Non-Volatile Random Access Memory
OM Overhead Monitor
OVS Overhead Video System
PA Passenger Address
PACI Passenger Address Controller Interface
PCU Passenger Control Unit
PML Portable Media Loader
PVIS Passenger Video Information System
RAM Random Access Memory
rLCD Retractable Liquid Crystal Display
RGB Red, Green, Blue
RJM Remote Jack Module
RJU Remote Jack Unit
SC-A System Controller-Audio

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1. PASSENGER ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

1.1. Introduction
The Panasonic Digital Multiplex Passenger Entertainment System (DMPES)
IFE system provides broadcast audio to each passenger through a distribu-
tion network. It also delivers overhead video through a distribution system for
broadcast to the passenger. Broadcast service delivers the same media to all
passengers at the same time, allowing the passengers to select only what they
want to hear, much like changing the preset channel on a radio.

Latest storage and processor technologies

Digital Multiplex Passenger Entertainment System (DMPES) improves space
utilization and minimizes both power consumption and cooling requirements
by combining several key LRU functions into a single LRU, using powerful
processors, and the latest disk drive technology for increased speed and stor-
age capacities.

Latest compression/delivery technologies

Compressing audio and video using industry standard Moving Picture Experts
Group (MPEG) encoding techniques maximizes media storage space and mini-
mizes network traffic.

Technology
Digital Multiplex Passenger Entertainment System (DMPES) provides major
reductions in weight, size, and power requirements while at the same time
providing increased reliability, passenger servicing, and media storage.

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1.2. General Description

System Design
The Digital MPES IFE system consists of three subsystems, each serving a pur-
pose within the IFE system, including the head-end subsystem, cabin distribu-
tion subsystem, and seat subsystem. Digital MPES delivers broadcast audio to
the seats and broadcast video to the overhead displays through two separate
distribution networks. The IFE system distributes power within the IFE system
as well as to the passenger personal electronic devices.

Head-End Subsystem
The IFE head-end subsystem provides an interface for personnel to operate
and control the system. Digital MPES also provides the means to interface the
IFE system with crucial aircraft subsystems, stores entertainment media for ac-
cess by the passenger, stores IFE equipment operating files and data files, and
performs real-time decoding of video and audio sources into the Main Multi-
plexer and video to the Video Distribution Units.

Cabin Distribution Subsystem

The cabin distribution subsystem provides data routing for passenger data
between the seats and other major system controllers located in the IFE head-
end subsystem. The cabin distribution subsystem also provides overhead video
and routes database information (aircraft configuration data) between the
head-end subsystem and other aircraft systems.

Seat Subsystem
The seat subsystem includes the Seat Electronics Box (SEB) and Passenger
Control Unit (PCU).

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1.3. Airline Configuration Specific Information

The Digital MPES IFE system can be configured in a variety of ways. In some
cases, the airline will even have multiple configurations for the same aircraft
type.

The B737-800 configuration includes:

- Two Classes
- Business Class: Qty 18 seats
- Economy Class: Qty 144 seats
- Total: Qty 162 seats
- Seat Electronics Box (SEB): Qty 57
- Passenger Control Unit (PCU) : Qty 162Passenger Control Unit

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2. SYSTEM OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTION

2.1. System Operational Description

Cabin Crew Operations

Cabin Crew operates the Digital MPES system from the Crew Panel (CP)
located at the Video Control Center (VCC) in the Head-End. The VCC is
located in the Emergency stow box on the aft face of Lavatory A.
A Power Switch and a Data Loader Port for IFE system equipment and
peripherals are also located at the VCC. Tasks performed by the Cabin Crew
include:

- System Initialization
- Crew Login
- Flight Data Entry
- Boarding Music Control
- Audio Announcements Control
- Safety Demo/Video PA
- Entertainment Controls
- Monitor Control
- System Status

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2.2. Cabin Crew Operational Screens

The Crew Panel (CP) screens are designed to be simple, easy-to-use, and
graphically informative.

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2.3. Passenger Operation

Passengers use equipment at the seat for entertainment purposes using the
Passenger Control Unit (PCU) and Remote Jack Unit (RJU)

Tasks performed by passengers include:

- Channel selection
- Volume adjustment

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2.4. Maintenance Operations

Maintenance Crews use the CP in the VCC/Head-End for routine maintenance
and repairs:

- System Testing
- System Status
- Loading Software
- Loading media files
- Offloading test results
- System Data configuration

Additional maintenance tasks included standard procedures such as

component replacement and cleaning, etc.

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2.5. Special Tools and Test Equipment

USB Disk Used for some software loading procedures and for BITE
history offload / transaction offloading procedures. This device is similar to
commercially available units of this type.

Media Loader PL-1000 - Used for loading of digital media files. The PL-1000
connects to the system network via the Gigabit Ethernet interface connection.

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2.6. Maintenance Safety

The three primary areas for concern regarding safety are:

- Personal Safety The Digital MPES system uses voltages which present
an electrical shock hazard FOLLOW PROPER POWER ISOLATION
PROCEDURES.
- Digital MPES Equipment Safety Components of the Digital MPES
IFE system are subject to damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
damage FOLLOW ESD PRECAUTIONS.
- Aircraft Safety Failure to follow approved maintenance procedures
and safety precautions presents a risk of damage to aircraft systems or
structures.

To ensure compliance with all safety precautions, the following additional ATA
safety conventions and symbols are used in all Panasonic Avionics Corporation
documentation:

- Warning indicates a risk of personal injury

- Caution indicates risk of equipment damage
- Note additional information to make the task easier

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3. PHYSICAL, FUNCTIONAL AND INTERFACE DESCRIPTION

3.1. Major Equipment Areas

The Digital MPES IFE system is composed of components located throughout

the cabin as needed, and can be classified by location into the following major
areas:

a. Door 1L Contains the Crew Panel (CP) and an Ethernet Data Load Port for
use by the crew and maintenance personnel.

b. E/E Bay (Aft Avionics) Contains the System Controller-Audio (SC-A) and the
Main Multiplexer (MM).

c. Cabin Distribution Includes the Side Wall Disconnects and Video

Distribution Unit.

d. Seat Equipment The seat equipment provides all services at the passenger
seat, and includes the Seat Electronics Box (SEB) and the Passenger Control
Unit (PCU).

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3.2. Crew Panel (CP) Description Functional Description

The CP gives the Cabin Crew and maintenance personnel the ability to
Physical Description configure and control the functions and features of the IFE system.
Part Number: RD-KA1006-02
Controls and Indicators
Dimensions: There are no indicators directly associated with the CP.
Height: 9.53 inches (242 mm) The CP includes brightness controls on the front panel.
Width: 11.02 inches (280 mm)
Depth: 2.31 inches (58 mm)

Weight: 8.05 pounds max. (3.65 kg)

Power: 38VDC 32 Watts Max

Cooling: Ambient

Warnings
Power to the unit must be off prior to removal or installation - voltages exist
that can harm or kill a person.

General Description
The CP serves as a remote operator interface panel for the IFE system. User
inputs and status information is transmitted to or from the system network via
an Ethernet connection provided by the SC-A. Preview audio and video signals
are input to the CP to allow crew to preview audio / video programs using the
CP screen and audio headset jack.
The CP has a 10.4 inch touch screen for operator inputs and can provide
connection to optional peripherals.
Connections to a handset, printer, keyboard, card reader, or audio jack are
available via the RJ45, USB, and audio jack connections on the front panel of
the CP.

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3.3. Crew Panel (CP) Function

Physical Description
Located in the Video Control Center (VCC)

Warnings
Power to the unit must be off prior to removal or installation - voltages exist
that can harm or kill a person.

Functional Description
The CP is mounted on the VCC. The CP has a Media Loading Port.
The CP also interconnects the Power, Preview video and audio, and Ethernet
for both the CP and the Media Load Port.

Controls and Indicators

There is one switch with indicator mounted next to the CP.
This is the Main Power Switch, which turns on the IFE system. It is backlit to
indicate ON condition.

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3.4. System Controller-Audio (SC-A) Controls and Indicators

The SC-A has 10 LEDs visible on the front panel which show network activity
of the built-in Ethernet ports.
Physical Description
They provide the following visual indications:
Part Number: RD-KA1012-01
- Gb DSP1 (Internal)
- ETH1 Maintenance (Internal)
Dimensions:
- ETH2 CP
Height: 7.82 inches (198.6 mm)
- ETH3 N/A
Width: 4.96 inches (126 mm)
- ETH4 N/A
Depth: 14.59 inches (370.5 mm)
- ETH5 N/A
- ETH6 N/A
Weight: 15.5 pounds max. (7 kg)
- ETH7 DSP on Video Board (internal)
Power: 115VAC 400Hz 100 Watts max.

Cooling: Forced ambient air and internal component fans

SYSTEM CONTR
Warnings
Power to the unit must be off prior to removal or installation - voltages exist
that can harm or kill a person.

General Description
The SC-A supports video/audio distribution and data communication to the
aircraft sub-system.

Functional Description
The SC-A serves as the Digital MPES main system controller, providing the
interface connections with the aircraft systems.
The SC-A provides ARINC-429, Ethernet, Video, Audio, PA audio keyline, USB,
and discrete inputs/outputs for integration with the Aircraft.
The SC-A distributes all audio and video signals for transmission to the
passengers in the cabin, to the overhead video equipment in the cabin, and to
the Crew Panel (CP) for preview.

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3.5. Main Multiplexer (MM)

Physical Description

Part Number: RD-AX1302-13

Dimensions:
Height: 7.78 inches (197.5 mm)
Width: 2.32 inches (59 mm)
Depth: 12.66 inches (321.6 mm)

Weight: 14.3 pounds max. (6.49 kg)

Power: 115VAC 400Hz 8 Watts max.

Cooling: Ambient

Warnings
Power to the unit must be off prior to removal or installation - voltages exist
that can harm or kill a person.

General Description
The MM is the audio controller. It receives analog broadcast audio, BGM/
PRAM audio, and video audio from the SC-A. It converts the analog audio
signals from analog to digital, and distributes the multiplexed digital audio to
the SEBs via the PES data lines.

Functional Description
The MM is the controller for the seat network, and reports the BITE results.

Controls and Indicators

The MM has no controls or indicators. The MM has dip switches, which are
checked during initialization, to determine channel settings and stereo/mono
settings at the SEB/PCU.

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3.6. Seat Electronics Box (SEB)

Functional Description
Physical Description There are four jacks on the SEB. One input and one output to adjacent SEBs,
and two jacks for PCU connection. PES Data is split and passed to the next
Part Number: RD-AX4331-13 SEB. It is also received, and de-multiplexed for output to the PCU/RJU. SEBs
may connect with up to four PCUs.
Dimensions: Data to/from the PCUs is proprietary, and handles all button presses from the
Height: 1.65 inches (42 mm) PCU to the SEB.
Width: 4.96 inches (126 mm) The SEB also receives PSS Data from the previous SEB or SWD (from the MM).
Depth: 3.44 inches (87.4 mm) PSS Data is the command and control of the seat network.
It comprises BITE requests and reports, switch data from the MM for
Weight: 1.5 pounds max. (0.68 kg) processing of the audio channels to the PCU/RJU. It also is used to
indicate when PA Audio is to be produced at the seat, or video audio
Power: 115 VAC, 400 Hz, 7 Watts max. activation.

Cooling: Ambient Controls and Indicators

There are no controls or indicators directly associated with the SEB.
Warnings
Power to the unit must be off prior to removal or installation - voltages exist
that can harm or kill a person.

General Description
The Seat Electronics Box (SEB) is located under a seat group.
The SEB receives PES Data (digital audio) from the previous SEB or SWD.
The SEB processes command and control data from the SWD/MM interface.
The SEB provides power, analog audio (left and right) and data to Passenger
Control Units (PCUs).

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3.7. Side Wall Disconnect (SWD) Functional Description

There are four jacks on the SWDs. One input and one output to adjacent
Physical Description SWDs, and two jacks for SEB column connection.
PES Data is split and passed to both the forward and aft runs of SEBs. PSS
Part Number: N/A (Boeing Component) data is a bidirectional closed loop, which is routed to the forward, then aft
SEB columns, then through the SWD to the next (or termination plug).
Dimensions: PSS Data is passed back to the MM, for processing from the SEBs. PSS Data
Height: 5.12 inches (130 mm) is also used from the MM to the SEB for BITE and audio channel
Width: 6.26 inches (159 mm) configuration.
Depth: .98 inches (25 mm) Data to/from the PCUs is proprietary, and handles all button presses from the
PCU to the SEB.
Weight: 551 pounds max (250 g) PSS Data is also used to indicate when PA Audio is to be produced at the
seat, or video audio activation.
Power: 115 VAC
Controls and Indicators
Cooling: Ambient There are no controls or indicators directly associated with the SWD.

General Description
The Side Wall Disconnect (SWD) gives a disconnect point for wiring to two
sections of seat electronic boxes (SEBs).
There are four SWDs, 2 per side, in the B737- 800.
They are designated from the Main Multiplexer (MM) as Left and Right.
Power is supplied from aircraft circuit breakers.

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3.8. Passenger Control Unit (PCU) Functional Description

The major function of the PCU is to send data to/from the SEB for button
Physical Description presses.
Any changes to the buttons (passenger action) will tell the SEB to do
Part Number: RD-AX6739/6740-52 something.
The data is passed to a SEB microprocessor, to change the output of the
Dimensions: SEB to that particular PCU.
Height: 5.43 inches (138 mm) The PCU has an LED for channel number display.
Width: 1.69 inches (43 mm) This PCU Display channel is programmed by the dip switches, or data
Depth: 1.07 inches (27 mm) uploaded from a laptop, at the Main Mux.
The SEB is in charge of the correct channel display, and correct audio (de-
Weight: 0.2 pounds max. (.91 g) multiplexed) to the PCU.

Power: 5.6 VDC .56 Watts max Controls and Indicators

This PCU has VOLUME Up and Down buttons, as well as CHANNEL Up and
Cooling: Ambient Down buttons. There is an LED for display of the current channel number.

Caution
Power to the unit must be off prior to removal or installation - voltages exist
that can damage equipment.

General Description
The Passenger Control Unit (PCU) is a seat-end LRU providing passengers an
interface to the system.
The PCU has buttons for channel selection and for Volume adjustments.
The PCU also houses an audio jack (PJU) for headset connection.

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3.9. Video Distribution Unit (VDU) Functional Description

The VDU is the distribution and command point for overhead video.
Each VDU serves two LCDs.
Physical Description The VDU receives an On Indicator back from each LCD.
This enables the LCD to remain on (deployed), andis used in the BITE test to
Part Number: RD-AV4002-10 report functionality of the LCD port. The VDU does not report quality of
video on the LCD to the SC-A. This must be checked manually.
Dimensions: The VDU is reported in BITE to the SC-A, and in the CP Maintenance screens.
Height: 1.65 inches (42 mm)
Width: 5.26 inches (133.4 mm) Controls and Indicators
Depth: 4.96 inches (125.5 mm) There are no controls or indicators directly associated with the VDU.

Weight: 1.3 pounds max. (0.6 kg)

Power: 115VAC 400Hz 6 Watts max.

Cooling: Ambient air

Warnings
Power to the unit must be off prior to removal or installation - voltages exist
that can harm or kill a person.

General Description
The Video Distribution Unit (VDU) provides video signals to cabin overhead
video monitors. VDUs are located in the Overhead.
The VDUs are installed in a single column, with a left and right column.
Typical installations include the Retractable LCD, and the Wall Mounted LCD.
The VDU receives the baseband video inputs from the SC-A.
The VDU switches the commanded signal to each LCD.

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3.10 Retractable LCD Monitors (rLCD) Functional Description

The LCD converts baseband video into digital video for display.
Physical Description The LCD is spring loaded, driven by a sonic motor for deployment.
There is a power switch located in a small hole accessible by a pen, which
Part Number: RD-AA902705-01/704-01 turns off the main AC power.
This switch allows the power to be turned off manually if needed.
Dimensions: Power is received from the VDU, and the ON/OFF control lines are used for
Height: 12.99 inches (330 mm) enabling 115VAC to be used internally.
Width: 10.24 inches (260 mm) An On Indication (DC voltage level) is sent back to the VDU.
Depth: 3.23 inches (82 mm) The LCD is latched in place in the rails under the baggage bins, just like the
other PSU devices.
Weight: 11 pounds max. (5 kg) Special tools are needed for removal and replacement.

Power: 115 VAC 400 Hz 45 Watts max - 28 VDC (Control only) WARNING:
There is always 115VAC in the harness from the VDU to the LCD, if the cir-
Cooling: Ambient cuit breaker is depressed.
Do not attempt R&R if the breaker for the VDU is In.
Warnings
Power to the unit must be off prior to removal or installation - voltages exist Controls and Indicators
that can harm or kill a person. The LCD has an infrared receiver for a remote control interface.
This sets brightness, contrast, tint, sharpness, color and picture.
General Description
The LCD is the display device for the overhead video, and provides
passengers high quality video entertainment.
The LCD is installed in the PSU area of the underside of the luggage bins.
It remains stowed when video is off at the CP and extends when a
Command and Control (C & C) signal is received from the VDU.
The Baseband Video signal is sent to the rLCD and produces images on a
10.4 flat panel.

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3.11 System Operational Modes
The Operational Mode of the Digital MPES IFE system describes the status of
the system hardware and software:
System Ready Mode:
- This mode is the result following power application
and proper system hardware / software initialization.
- All features are available and can be selected on the
CP once Ready Mode is reached. Ready Mode is
also attained when the Close Flight function is
selected after landing by the cabin crew, and will also
be automatically initiated by the system 30 minutes
after the weight-on-wheels discrete input to the
SC-A occurs at landing.
Typically, Ready Mode causes the following to occur:
System Normal Mode:
- This mode is realized once the flight data is entered
using the CP and saved this results in the Flight
Open IFE system state.
- Normal mode is the condition for the system when
passengers are on board the aircraft.
Typically, system Normal Mode causes the following to occur:
- Background Music is activated automatically.
- Broadcast audio channels are output to the passenger equipment in
the cabin.
- PRAM, Video PA (VPA), and Boarding music control functions are
enabled.
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The Digital MPES IFE system State describes the status of the
entertainment available to the passengers:
Flight Closed
This state is the result following power application and proper system
hardware / software initialization. The flight is closed when the Close
Flight function is selected after landing by the cabin crew, and will also be
automatically initiated by the system 15 minutes after the doors open
discrete input to the SC-A occurs at landing. Typically, no operation of the
IFE system can be performed when the flight is closed.
Flight Open
This mode is realized once the flight data is entered using the CP and
saved this is the condition for the system when passengers are on
board the aircraft. Once the flight is open, the following services and
features are available for selection:
- Audio Announcement/PA, Video PA (VPA), and Boarding music
control functions are enabled.
- Broadcast audio channels are available at the seat
Entertainment ON triggered by:
- A particular altitude (automatic)
- Entertainment ON at CP
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3.13. System Signal Formats
The Digital MPES IFE system uses various types of signal formats for
communications, status and control of system components and peripherals:
- Ethernet Standard Ethernet interface, 10Base-T / 100Base-T /
1000Base-T. Ethernet is used for primary interface between system
controller, or to interface with aircraft / cabin equipments that use
this type of interface.
- RS-232 / RS-485 serial data Used for peripheral BITE status
transmission, data transmission and control.
- ARINC 429 Standard aircraft data interface protocol.
Used for interface between the IFE system (SC-A) and aircraft data
systems such as flight computers, flight attendant panels, etc.
- USB Used for handset connections
- Analog Audio Analog audio channel outputs are provided by the
SC-A for distribution by the existing (legacy) cabin audio multiplexed
system (aircraft system overhead audio). The SC-A also provides an
analog audio signal to the CP for preview purposes.
The SC-A accepts analog audio inputs for encoding and distribution
over the Ethernet network.
- Baseband Video The SC-A also provides a baseband video signal
to the CP for preview purposes and to the VDUs and monitors for
overhead video.
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Aircraft PA audio from the cockpit or cabin handset begins in the Passenger
Address/Control Interface (PA/CI).
The SC-A converts standard cabin PA audio signals (or optional analog
signals from other audio sources) into the proper format for distribution to
the cabin in the same manner as entertainment audio.
The SC-A pauses all entertainment programming during a PA / VPA
announcement. All entertainment audio outputs are forced to carry the
PA announcement audio during the PA.
The SC-A can serve as the source for APA / VPA announcements initiated
by the crew using media stored internally on the SC-A hard drives.
This media is used for boarding music, PRAM announcements, and video
announcement programs such as the Safety Demo.
Audio signals for all PA / VPA are routed out from the SC-A to the aircraft
PA system for routing to the cabin overhead speakers.
During the VPA, the SC-A also streams the baseband video via wires to the
Video Distribution Unit (VDUs), which then tap-off the designated video
output during the VPA.
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The Main Multiplexer sends Passenger Entertainment System (PES) Data
simultaneously to three Zone Multiplexers.
Which passes this data on to the Side Wall Disconnects (SWDs), or the Floor
Disconnect Box (FDB).
The Disconnect Boxes output to the columns of Seat Electronics Boxes (SEBs).
SEBs are arranged from forward to aft, with each column terminated for PES
Data and PSS Data.
The SEB receives the PES Data and de-multiplexes it (individually) for each
Passenger Control Unit (PCU) attached. The PCU sends Channel Up/Down
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3.16. System Signal Explanations C&C Data

Control and Command (C&C) data controls the overhead retractable LCDs
(rLCDs). It controls:
PES Data - LCD On/Off control
Passenger Entertainment System (PES) provides analog audio to passengers. - Which video to display on each port
Analog audio is also called system audio data. Audio starts at the Main - Retracting and deploying the overhead LCD monitors
Mux. Audio is amplified and digitized, and then pieces of each channel
are inserted into a continuous stream of audio data called PES data.
The PES data is split, routed, and sent oneway to the SEB columns.

The SEB receives the PES data and splits it to send to the next SEB
(or termination plug). It processes internally according to the start-up
configuration data received from the MM.
The MM communicates cabin configuration information to the SEBs on a
different set of data lines.

Cabin Configuration System (CCS) data consists of the channel assignments

(audio and video-audio) at the PCU, initial volume level, PA zone
assignments, and video/audio zone assignments. CCS data is stored in an
Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM) in both the
MM and the BITE Panel (BP).

PSS data
Passenger Service System (PSS) reports configuration and layout data about
cabin seating arrangement, PA zones, video zones, bilingual video tags and
stereo music tags, and skipped PCU channels. Data travels bidirectionally:

- First data travels from the MUX to the first SEB and
then on to the last SEB on that column
- Then it travels from the last SEB on that column to
the first SEB and back to the MUX on the next cycle

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3.17. Power Distribution

Power is supplied to the IFE system from aircraft power panels.
The IFE Main circuit breaker is located on the 2000VU Power Panel (with
relays), and energizes all IFE components.
Of course, there is a master power switch in the cockpit.
The Overhead Video System (OVS) also has a Power Switch at the Head-End.
This switch provides a break for power to the Crew Panel (CP).
It also goes to relays for Video Distribution Unit (VDU) Power for the
overhead displays.

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3.18 Seat Power distribution

Power is supplied to the seat system from the Aircraft Busses.
The LRUs are powered by a combination of breakers and relays.
The SWDs supply power to the SEB columns.
The SEB supplies DC power to the PCU.

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