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ILS
Marker 413
Technical Manual
Equipment Description
Operation and Maintenance
Marker 413
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ILS Marker 413
Description and Operation Preliminary Remarks
PRELIMINARY REMARKS
1 General
2 Technical Description
3 Emergency Power Supply
4 Remote Maintenance and Monitoring Configuration (RMMC)
5 Installation and Alignment Procedure
6 Operation
7 Maintenance and Repair
Since the Technical Manual cannot include modifications made to circuit details or dimensions as a
result of technical advances, please remember that the technical documentation supplied with the
system is always valid in questions of details. It is possible that drawing numbers referred to in this
description are no longer contained in the enclosed set of drawings, but have been replaced by new
drawings with different numbers (in accordance with the system). Please therefore check, and if necĆ
essary correct, the drawing numbers specified in the manuals on the basis of the delivery lists.
Description and use of the PC User Program will be found in the Technical Manual ADRACS, Code
No. 83140 55324.
MARK SYMBOLS
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In particular you should familiarize yourself with the marks given in this manual which are highlighted
for easy recognition:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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LIST OF FIGURES
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ABKÜRZUNGSVERZEICHNIS
LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
LISTE D'ABREVIATIONS
LISTA DE ABREVIATURAS
A
A Antenne
Antenna
Antena
AC Alternating Current
Courant alternatif
Corriente alterna
ACA Analogical Carrier Amplifier (BITE signal)
Amplificateur pour porteurs analogiques (signal BITE)
Amplificdor portador analogico (señal BITE)
ACC Alternating Current Converter
ADC Analog-Digital Converter
Convertisseur analogique/numérique
Convertidor analógico/digital
ADR Analog Display Routine
Routine affichage analogique
Rutina de indicator analógico
ADRACS Automatic Data Recording And Control System
ADSB Alternating Double Sideband
Bande latérale double alternante
Banda lateral doble alternante
AF Audio Frequency
Basse fréquence
Audiofrequencia
AFC Automatic Frequency Control
Commande automatique par fréquence
Control automático de frecuencia
AGC Automatic Gain Control
Commande automatique de gain
Control automático de ganancia
AM Amplitude Modulation
Modulation d'amplitude
Modulación de amplitud
AMP AMPlifier
Amplificateur
Amplificador
ASB Alternating SideBand
Bandes latérales alternantes
Banda lateral alternante
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL
1.1 INTRODUCTION
See Fig. 1-1.
A marker beacon is a component of the Instrument Landing System (ILS); it serves as a navigation
aid during ILS landing procedures, whereby the pilot of the aircraft flying over the marker beacons
during the landing approach is provided via radio with distance markings indicating his current
distance from the runway threshold. The marker beacons are conform to the ICAO recommendations
in Annex 10 and to the technical requirements of the Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH (DFS)1). A markĆ
er beacon can be supplied as single or dual installation.
Two - or in special cases three - marker beacons are required for the ILS landing procedure. They
are known as the OUTER marker, MIDDLE marker and INNER marker in accordance with their point
of installation, whereby the inner marker is only installed on request. Each marker beacon transmits
on a carrier frequency of 75 MHz a particular code via an associated antenna vertically upwards. In
the case of the OUTER marker the carrier frequency is modulated with 400 Hz and dash keyed. In
the case of the MIDDLE marker the carrier frequency is modulated with 1300 Hz and is dash-dot
keyed. In the case of the INNER marker the carrier frequency is modulated with 3000 Hz and is dot
keyed.
The antennas of the marker beacons have a vertically upward radiation characteristic. The antenna
of the OUTER marker beacon is located approximately 7 km, that of the MIDDLE marker beacon
approximately 1 km and that of the INNER marker beacon approximately 75 m ahead of the runway
threshold. The transmitter and antenna can be installed ± 75 m both sides of the runway center line
extension in the case of the OUTER and MIDDLE marker beacons. In the case of the INNER marker
beacon on the other hand, the antenna is installed on the runway center line extension, the transmitter
is installed approximately 60 m away from this line.
ÊÊ
ÊÊ
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
Runway threshold
IM
MM
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
OM
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
A
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
B
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
C
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ
ÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ A
B
C
= 75 m (250 ft)
= 1050 m (3500 ft)
= 7200 m (3.9 NM)
- Transmitter power
- Modulation depth
- Code (transmitter failure)
If a fault or failure is determined in one or more of these monitored functions, either there is a changeĆ
over to the standby transmitter or the marker beacon is deactivated.
1.2.4 Transmitter
1.2.4.1 Carrier
Frequency 75 MHz, crystal-controlled
Frequency tolerance ±5 x 10-5
Impedance 50 W
Output power 0.5...3 W, variable
Harmonic spacing >50 dB
Spurious frequency spacing >72 dB
1.2.4.2 Modulation
Type of modulation AM
Outer code 400 Hz, dash
Middle code 1300 Hz, dash-dot
Inner code 3000 Hz, dot
Frequency tolerance ±2.5 %
Signal period:
dots 90 ms ±2 ms
dashes 450 ms ±10 ms
spacing 90 ms ±2 ms
Modulation depth 95 % ±4 %
Harmonics of audio signal <15 %
1.2.5 Monitor
Monitoring of
- carrier power loss to 50 % (Spec. ICAO Annex 10)
- modulation depth reduced to 50 % (Spec. ICAO Annex 10)
actually possible 25 %
- code (transmitter failure) automatic changeover from service to
standby transmitter in case of failure
- Input level +11...-2 dBm (22 dB below transmitter output)
1.2.6 Antenna
1.2.6.1 General data
Height ca. 2000 mm
Width ca. 2400 mm
Weight 22 kg
Wind load 510 N (at v = 150 km/h)
Max. wind velocity 180 km/h
The supply voltage should always be disconnected by actuating the main switch (PSS) (Fig. 2-3/1)
on the rear side before removing a subassembly or a plug-in connection in order to avoid danger
to persons or subsequent damage to subassemblies. The device should be disconnected from the
mains before commencing maintenance or installation operations
When replacing subassemblies and plug-in cards containing electrostatically sensitive compoĆ
nents, special precautionary measures should be taken during removal, transport and installation in
order to prevent damage to the components.
PCB's containing electrostatically sensitive components are marked with this symbol:
This damage may be caused by the person performing the subassembly replacement being charged
up via an insulated plastic floor covering or via plastic clothing (e.g. soles) and by the charge being
transferred to the terminals of the MOS components.
In order to avoid this, firm contact should be made between the device ground of the system and the
hand before and during removal or insertion of the subassembly. Any body charge is then discharged
to the device ground. When the subassembly has been removed, the short-circuit bar provided
should be connected to the connector strip, and the subassembly placed in the special container.
When the subassembly is inserted the appropriate procedure should be followed. The sequence is
described below:
- Discharge the body touching the system ground with both hands,
- Remove the subassembly from the special container,
- Remove the short-circuit bar from the subassembly,
- Touch the device ground,
- Insert the subassembly, if possible whilst retaining contact with the device ground.
Further instructions on this type of safety measure can be found in the section Operation and MainteĆ
nance in this manual.
WARNING
Before starting up a battery, i.e. before filling an empty battery with acid, the relevant inĆ
structions in chapter 7.4 should always be observed.
Protective goggles should be worn for all maintenance operations which involve opening the acid
screw caps. Any acid which spatters should be removed immediately from the clothing by washing
with water or any soda solution (100 g soda to 1 l water) on account of its highly caustic effect. PenetraĆ
tion of soda or soda solution inside the cells should be avoided at all costs.
WARNING
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C, incinerate the lithium cell. Do not short
circuit or solder directly on the cell. Disrespect of the norms regarding the use of lithium
batteries may cause risk of fire, explosion, toxid liquid and gas to leak out. Run-down
batteries are elements that pollute the environment and must be eliminated with proper
precautions.
1.3.7 Miscellaneous
During storms operations outside the transmitter building or on the antenna system are forbidden due
to the risk of lightning.
CHAPTER 2
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Transmitter TX1
telephone
line TX-M
Modem
75 MHz crystal oscillator
LGM or ZUA 3 stage RF-amplifier
LCSU
Transmitter TX2
TX-M
75 MHz crystal oscillator
3 stage RF-amplifier
+12 V
-12 V
24 V
24 V
5V
The mechanical design of the marker beacon is based on "ISEP" module technique located in a 19"
housing. All plug-in cards are accommodated on a assembly carrier (subrack) behind a front panel
which can be hinge-opened. A control and indication panel (part of the LCSU) is located on the front
panel. The subrack is a 19" slide in unit. Rails made out of plastic are located at the top and at the
bottom of the subrack to guide the plug-in subassemblies with the standard size of 100 x 160 mm.
Metal contacts to hold the subassembly connectors are located at the rear end. An internal wire-conĆ
nection between the subrack and the backpanel and the Control and Status Board (CSB) is estabĆ
lished. The main switch (PSS) with mains cable socket, the DC-switch, the battery terminals, the
RF-connectors, the ground terminals and the connectors to connect the peripheral equipments are
located on the rear side (/backpanel).
LCSU
MAIN DETAILED STATUS
STATUS
MON 1 MON 2 TX 1 TX 2
OPERATION
DISPLAY ALARM ALARM ON ON
CONTROL STATION
.............
NORMAL
............
ANT FTY
SELECT EQUIP CHANGE REQUEST LAMP
ON/OFF OVER RELEASE TEST
OTHER WARN
VAC 115/230V
FUSE:1,6A/F AUX IN
OFF LGM-2
.....
.... .............
............
0
ANTENNA LGM-3
.....
.... .....
COM1
....
.....
.... ZU LINE
ZU-X
.....
.... .....
COM2
....
.....
....
.....
.... .....
COM9
....
LGM LINE
BAT 1
BAT 0
BAT 2
BAT LGM-1
MON
+ -
PC-2
.....
.... .....
COM10
.... .............
............ AUX OUT
O
O GND
8 7 6 5 4
DC/DC converter
CL-M TX1 AS-M TX2 MSP1 MSP2 ZUx LGM 24/1 24/2 5 V/±12 V AC/DC converter
V adj V adj
V2
V3
Modems: 2.3.6.3
Dedicated line Modem 2) ZUA 29/ 83131 72601 2.3.6.3.1
LGM1200MD 84045 83233 2.3.6.3.2
Switched line Modem 2) LGM 28.8 84045 83241 2.3.6.3.3
1) The code numbers given may differ to those of the delivered installation in individual case. In such case the actual code
number can be taken from the delivery list of the installation or the drawing set.
2) optional, depending on configuration
The Fig. 2-5 shows the block diagram of the transmitter (TX-M) together with the modulation conĆ
trol. A crystal oscillator generates a frequency of 75 MHz with an accuracy of ±5 x10-5. The RF signal
is amplified by the RF stages up to 3 W. The CMOS output transistor is modulated according to the
tone signals defined for the application as outer, middle or inner marker in Section 1.2.4.2. For the
generation of the keyed tone signals on the modulation control (part of the CL-M) the frequency of
a crystal oscillator with 6.5536 MHz (216 x100 Hz) is divided in a way to control the signal processing.
The analog modulation control voltage for the modulation of the 75 MHz RF signal is generated with
the aid of 12 Bit D/A converters.
The first 12 Bit D/A converter generates the analog sinusoidal voltage. The second 12 Bit D/A converĆ
ter is used as an analog multiplier. With the digital control data the signal amplitude can be varied
(control of depth of modulation). The third D/A converter is used to control the complete modulation
signal (output power control). All the control signals for the modulation signal processing are delivĆ
ered from the CL-M.
Code
control DC
reference voltage
6.5536 MHz 12 Bit 12 Bit 12 Bit
D D D
16 Bit EPROM Morse
Address
control Sinewave code
A A A
sine signal Depth of modulation
Modulation Control conversion control
CL-M
modulation signal/
output power control
TX-M
AS-M Detected RF AD744/LT1122 BU 406
Test
24 V F1/3 A
DC/DC
20 dB 15 dB 10 dB 10 dB
Fig. 2-5 Transmitter TX-M and Modulation Control (CL-M), block diagram
TX-M/2
PIN diode Low pass filter
Switch
Detector Detector
reflected signal
Incident signal CL-M
AS-M
The DC/DC control is used to switch the transmitter on and off under operators and monitor control.
In a dual transmitter configuration, only one transmitter can be switched on (cold standby only). In
case of battery operation and if the capacity gets to low, the operating transmitter can be switched
off automatically under control of the LCSU/CSB. In case the mains supply is further missing, the batĆ
tery gets discharged further on by the current of the LCSU/CSB monitor operation only. If the mains
supply gets available again, the transmitter is switched on automatically by the LCSU/CSB and if not
at a minimal battery voltage the PSS gets switched off.
From the LCSU/CSB a data bus connection (CSL-bus) is implemented to deliver control data to the
CL-M and to receive measurement data from the CL-M to the LCSU/CSB.
analog MUX
16 inputs PSS 48 V to
DC/DC converter
48 V
A/D converter
CSL bus DC/DC converter
from CSB Input/Output DC/DC On/Off
Register control Cold standby
only
Control
transmitter1
Modulation
control
transmitter2
For dual monitoring also two MSP subassemblies may be installed into the marker equipment and
the measured signals are than processed by the CSB in the same way. An And/Or monitor configuraĆ
tion can then be selected. A T-link has to be installed to divide the sensor signal for two MSP.
peak PC386/486
400 Hz rider incl.
R123* filter peripheral
and
sensor signal register
from control circuits
antenna amplifier
variable and 1300 Hz peak
RF filter
analog MUX
3000 Hz peak
filter rider S&H
12 bit
Multiplexer
A/D
Converter
Low Pass monitor data
filter to RMMC
MSP-M/1 CSB
2 UBAT1
UBAT2
IBAT
IEquip
5V
+12 V
-12 V
MSP-M/2 +24 V part of
ACAF
ACAR CL-M
The Local Communication and Status Unit controls the external interface functions and is responsible
for local and internal control and the local main status of the station. In addition to the serial interfaces
for communication with the Control Logic Marker (CL-M), it has an RS232 interface for connecting
the local control unit to a PC with the ADRACS software and controls communication with the remote
site via the dedicated and switched line modems. Therefore the modems are also describe in this secĆ
tion. The LCSU is supplied by an individual DC-Converter GK-60. The LCSU consists of two sepaĆ
rate boards:
- Control and Status Board (CSB) with CPU board
- Control and indication panel
TX-M1 TX-M2
CL-M PC PC-Remote
local Modems Opto In Relay out
MSP-M1 MSP-M2 LCU function spare spare
The CSB is a part of the LCSU (Local Control and Status Unit) which comprises the CSB and the ConĆ
trol and Indication panel. The CSB is located on the rear of the marker front panel. The LCSU with
the CSB is the switching center between the operator side (local or remote) and the marker. Its most
important tasks are as follows:
The CSB is equipped for these tasks with an processor 80386 (or TI486), as well as the peripherals
needed for various purposes. The processor functions are defined by the associated software. The
Input/Output register function is used to control both transmitters, monitors and the power supply.
Two serial interfaces are connected to the modems (dedicated line or switched line modems). A furĆ
ther serial channel is used for PC control of the marker. A number of serial and parallel interfaces perĆ
mit communication with the other parts of the system.
Auxiliary optocoupler isolated inputs via register 1,2 (IN) and solid state relays isolated outputs via
register 1,2 (OUT) may be used for additional features of the user. The parallel, isolated inputs and
outputs can be reserved for various analog signals to supply additional information (e.g. burglar
alarm, fire etc.). The auxiliary inputs (IAUX8..15) can be set to high or low level logic with jumper J1..4).
The auxiliary outputs and inputs are available at the top of the cabinet. The MEM I/O decoder (output
register 8,9; U82,84) is reserved for ROM/RAM disk memory bank selection, if a ROM/RAM disk is
used.
The BATTERY BACKUP function on the CSB board is used for RAM data retention. Moreover the batĆ
tery voltage is connected to the PC-104 CPU board for real time clock and setup data retention. The
battery is a non rechargeable Lithium cell with a voltage rating of 3.6 V. For battery backup to work,
jumper J21 must be closed. The battery voltage is compared against a fixed reference voltage of U83.
If the voltage drops to <2.9 V a BIT signal is generated.
The CSB has its own RESET signal controlled by the switch SW2 at the supervisory circuit U83. This
signal is ORed with the reset on the PC-104 board. The watch-dog on the CSB board is active if
jumper J19 is closed and if enabled by software.
The CPU board is a PC104 compatible PC and consists of the following main components:
The CPU board PC-104 has its own RESET signal controlled by the supervisory circuit U11. This
signal is ORed with the push button reset line coming from switch SW2 on the CSB board. The watch
dog on the CPU board is active if jumper 1-2 on J1 is closed and if enabled by software. In NAV 400
the watchdog of the CSB board is used. J1/1-2 is not set.
50 MHz
Address
ALE
Processor DT/R
SCAT SX CHIP SET for 386 Data
U17, U8
to CSB board
DEN Control
watch dog J1
enable uP Bus clock Realtime EPROM DRAM
Super- 14.745
visory clock 64 K 256 K
MHz
U11 U2 U14 U4 U18,19
32.768 kHz
10
80386/TI486
Data bus Optocoupler
Input
aux Register
7 Parallel
8 bit Addin 1..4
Reset 4
SW2 U37,38 4
Battery uP power supply U33
Super-
visory
3,6 V U83
J21 J19 Solid state relais
TTL Output Input TTL
TX1 on BCPS1 Output
TX1 off
Register Register
battery on Life LED watsch dog on 3 6 Register
TX2 on 7 Parallel
TX2 off 8 Bit 8 Bit Addout 1..6
Out4 TX1 on 8 bit 6 6
U41 U62 TX2 on U3..6,15,16
U17
data out data en
The control and indication panel forms the local interface to the operator. It contains indication fields
for showing the local status as well as the most important buttons needed by the operator to change
over or switch on/off the Marker without a PC. The display panel comprises fields for the main status
and the detailed system status and various buttons as well as indicators for the LCSU itself. AdditionĆ
ally a serial connector RS 232 (SubD9 or SubD25) is located on the front panel to interconnect the
local PC.
The control and indication panel is located on the marker front panel.
display
Indication panel driver
Audible
Alarm device device
driver
CSB
PC connector
local
LCSU
MAIN DETAILED STATUS
STATUS MON 1 MON 2 TX 1 TX 2
OPERATION
DISPLAY ALARM ALARM ON ON
CONTROL STATION
NORMAL
ENGAGED MAINS OFF
DATA COM SIL
COMMAND ENABLED ENV ALRM
ANT FTY
SELECT EQUIP CHANGE REQUEST LAMP
ON/OFF OVER RELEASE TEST
OTHER WARN
T101 T202
F11 D105 D102B D106 D201 D202A F22
S11 S11 S23 S22
F12 F21
T102 T201
TCRD
CTRS
TCRR
TCRR
CTSD
TCRD
A/B
A/B
A/B
A/B
28
28
NOTE: When using the LGM1200MD the permanent line must be equipped with a termination
(600 Ohm/47 nF parallel) at the point where it ends (station and remote ends). The R/C
combination can be soldered onto the 9pin SubD connector with the two-wire line.
The location for the ZUA is shown in Fig. 2-4.
transmit path
Over-
voltage
protection Level
a2 adaptation TxA
La
Lb FSK signal
b2
E converter
Level
connection
Filter RxA
adaptation
2-wire line
receive path
TD
Microprocessor
RD
A data connection can only be terminated by the DTE, unless there is no carrier for more than 250
ms/10 s. In this case, the line seizure is canceled by the LGM. Eighteen switches are provided on the
PC board for presetting the seven different operating modes, the four communication protocols and
various other parameters. A self-test is performed each time the modem is switched on. The default
setup is as follows: 2400 bd, V.22bis, autodial.
If autodial is set, the connection is set up automatically by the modem. The telephone number is
notified to the modem by means of a request (command). This call request with identification can be
preceded by a command for setting the transmission parameters. The command and the desired data
(transmission parameters and telephone number) can be transmitted automatically using the
communication software, i.e. the user does not need to concern him or herself with this.
La Busy detection
a2
Lb
Modem controller
b2
G
E
Setting
- AC/DC-Converter 48 VDC
- DC/DC-Converter 5 VDC; ±12 VDC
- DC/DC-Converter 24 VDC
For a dual transmitter configuration a second DC/DC converter 24 VDC can be added. In case of a
mains failure the battery operation will be reported to the control tower. The on/off commands for the
DC/DC converters are delivered from the CSB via the CL-M.
DC 5 V/8 A
+12 V/1 A
DC -12 V/1 A
AC R1 HS1
115 V/230 V on/off
Fuse 1.6A/F
DC
DC
R2 24 V/1 A
DC
on/off
to/from
Battery DC
24 V/1 A
DC
The antenna takes the form of a Yagi antenna with four elements and one coupling probe (Fig. 2-18,
2-19). It has a large bandwidth and horizontal polarization. The antenna gain is 4.8 dB with respect
to the half-wave antenna. The radiation pattern of this antenna is shown in Fig. 2-20.
G [dB]
10
8
6
4
2
65 70 75 80 85 90 f [MHz]
s= (Umax/Umin)
2,2
1,8
1,4
1,0
68 70 72 74 76 78 80 82 84 86 f [MHz]
CHAPTER 3
EMERGENCY POWER SUPPLY
3.1 GENERAL
The emergency power supply comprises an external connected battery which is loaded and switched
by the plug-in subassembly AC/DC converter.
CAUTION
3.2 BATTERY
A set of lead batteries comprising four single batteries supplies the marker beacon in case of a mains
failure or a maintenance-related disconnection of the primary voltage. Starter batteries, which are
maintained at a permanent cell voltage of 2.25 V (standby parallel operation) by the AC/DC converter,
are supplied by the NAV appliance manufacturer as standard for navigation installations (NAV 400).
Due to limitation of the charging voltage to 48 V and of the charging current to max. 1.5 A, the max.
cell voltage is 2.28 V and therefore below the gassing voltage. Each of the six batteries has three cells.
The normal temperature range for the charged lead batteries is -20...+50 °C. The battery type recĆ
ommended by the NAV appliance manufacturer has a capacity tailored to the requirements of the
marker installation.
S Voltage : 12 V
S Capacity : 7 Ah
S Weight : 4x 2.7 kg
S Length : 138 mm
S Width : 86 mm
S Height : 103 mm
CAUTION
Maintenance-free batteries have to be set into operation within a half year after delivery
to prevent drawback in lifetime of battery.
CHAPTER 4
REMOTE MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING CONFIGURATION
(RMMC)
4.1 APPLICATION AND DESIGN
The Remote Maintenance and Monitoring Configuration (RMMC) is used for remote monitoring, operĆ
ation and maintenance of all the connected navigation systems. The network has a radially configured
architecture based on communication between the system components via switched or private lines
in the public network and dedicated lines in private networks.
The remote control instruments allow all the networked navigation systems to be operated optionally
from central points, from normal operation of the dual systems with automatic changeover in the event
of a fault through manual operation to measurement and setting of all the possible signal parameters,
as well as detailed fault analyses on the basis of a wide range of measured values. They facilitate new
maintenance strategies, whereby importance is placed firstly on concentrating logistics and qualified
personnel, and secondly on responding to specific failures with systematic maintenance activities
rather than relying on periodic precautionary measures. This considerably improves both mainteĆ
nance efficiency and the economic efficiency of the systems throughout their service life.
Although these advantages only apply to the modern generation of air traffic control systems develĆ
oped by Thales ATM, with the navigational aids, namely the CVOR and DVOR, the ILS and MLS instruĆ
ment landing systems, the ILS farfield monitor (FFM), the TACAN 453 and the DME 415/435 radio beaĆ
cons, the electronic TACAN antenna (ELTA 200) and the NDB 436, the extensive range of interface
boards makes it possible to incorporate other collocated systems in the remote control and monitorĆ
ing strategy if desired.
RMC 443
Remote Maintenance Center
RCSE 443
ÊÊÊ INC
REU
PTT
RCMS 443
Remote Control and Monitoring System
RCSE 443
Ê
ÊÊÊ INC
REU
RCMS 443
RCMS 443
Stations
Other systems
PTT
LCSU/CSB
TAC ELTA
AZ EL DME/P
The NAV stations communicate with the remote control system in different ways. The remote control
interfaces which are provided locally vary according to the type of installation:
The RCSE is an REU with a control and indication panel (INC). It can be used as a simple, yet comĆ
plete, remote control unit. The INC indicates the states of up to eight substations with the following
LED displays: ALARM, WARNING, NORMAL, DATA COMmunication and MAINTENance.
An alarm tone is sounded if a status changes. Each station can be selected by pressing a membrane
button, in order to activate the EQUIPment ON, OFF and CHANGEOVER functions and to indicate
specific monitor alarms. An additional status indication device is the control tower unit (CTU), which
however, only indicates the NORMAL, WARNING and ALARM operating states of up to eight NAV staĆ
tions. Its display brightness is adjustable to permit adaptation to the varying light conditions in the
control tower. The CTU can be used in conjunction with a runway selector (RWY-SELECT), which
activates the ILS systems in one approach direction and switches the other direction to a dummy load.
This panel also indicates the general status of the two ILS systems (OPERATIONAL, DEGRADED,
SHUT DOWN) and their availability (ENABLE) to aircraft as a landing aid.
A variety of interface boards is available for serial or parallel data I/O, installing an ETHERNET interĆ
face, connecting a PC and autodialing via the public network (PTT), so that the system has a considerĆ
able potential for expansion. The connections to the NAV stations are set up via modems and teleĆ
phone lines (600 ohms). The control and indication panels are connected by means of serial RS422
interfaces.
The maintenance, fault analysis and documentation functions of the RMMC are implemented by conĆ
necting a PC system to the RCSE and installing the RMS or RCMS application software on it. The
difference in the names is a reflection of the definitions laid down by the U.S. FAA. An RMS designed
for maintenance purposes has direct, permanent access to the navigation systems via separate cable
connections, and is operated independently of the Remote Control and Status Equipment (RCSE),
while an RCMS uses the same communication paths for the maintenance functions as it does for reĆ
mote control and monitoring. The following functions are provided:
- System status indication for each connected system
- Permanent indication of the general status of all systems
- Permanent indication of the current date and time
- Detailed status indications for a selected system
- Polling, display and setting of system parameters
- Polling of internal measured values (BITE)
- Continuous monitoring of parameters (either printout if a programmable limit value is reached or
periodic polling)
- 5-level password protection
- Configuration of the remote maintenance and monitoring system
- Loading and saving of setups for operation
- Logbook function, status and alarm history memories
- Selection of data to be printed out
The NAV-LCU is a device used as local communication interface between en-route navigation sysĆ
tems TACAN, ELTA, CVOR, DVOR and the RMC. The NAV-LCU comprises a remote control electronĆ
ic unit (REU), which is equipped according to the specific requirements of the NAV station. It serves
as a communication interface between the connected equipment and the public switched network,
and as a common point for connecting a service terminal (Laptop PC) for commissioning and mainteĆ
nance purposes.
In Navaids 400 en-route navigation systems (e.g. CVOR 431) no separate NAV-LCU has to be used
as local communication interface. The NAV-LCU functionality is integrated in the Navaids 400 subĆ
rack, i.e. the LCU software is running on the already existing LCSU/CSB board, additional modems
are used for communication purposes.
If a maintenance center is installed, it is possible to connect several different remote control systems
to a central REU via switched lines. The general status of all the remote control systems in the network
is indicated permanently on one or more INC panels. Any change in a status causes a connection
to be set up automatically from the NAV-LCU or the RCSE to the responsible center and all the curĆ
rent status information to be transmitted. The center can also be set up to poll the regional stations
periodically.
The center is fully equipped to exchange such data with the networked systems which is necessary
for it to be able to perform a detailed fault diagnosis. It communicates either directly with en-route
navigation systems via switched connections or with ILS substations via the Remote Control and StaĆ
tus Equipment (RCSE) at each airfield.
RCMS
RCSE 443
additional
MODEM Ethernet IF
panels
CTU RWY
Ê
ÊÊÊ
SELECT
REU
INC
NAV-LCU
VOR DME
SYSTEM 2 (S 4000)
CVOR DME
LLZ GP DME DVOR TACAN
Fig. 4-3 Example Configuration: RCMS 443 for two ILS and VOR/DME/TACAN
CHAPTER 5
INSTALLATION AND ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE
5.1 GENERAL
This chapter describes the installation and the alignment procedure of the marker. The equipment-
and system-configuration depends on the installation site. The configuration of the marker to the
installation site is done by means of software.
5.2 INSTALLATION
The area in which a marker should be installed is determined by the Civil Aviation Authority according
to the international air traffic regulations. The installation site of the OUTER and MIDDLE marker
beacons should be on the runway center line extension. Deviations of ± 75 m on both sides are
permissible. In the case of the INNER marker beacon on the other hand, the antenna is installed on
the runway center line extension, the transmitter is installed approximately 60 m away from this line.
The installation is determined by means of a site survey e.g. by a firm of surveyors on behalf of the
customer. Thales ATM can also provide an engineering consultant on site for this survey.
2 2 2 2 2
LLZ antenna
RWY center line
extension 75 m
RWY threshold Touchdown
1050 m approx 250 m
7200 m
* if required
D = 266...344 m
The equipment should be unpacked as soon as possible in order to check that it is complete and
intact. The storage point used for any intermediate storage period must be dry. The temperature range
specified in the technical data must be conformed to.
The site supervisor or construction manager shall provide the materials supplied by Thales ATM, indeĆ
pendently procured special materials and tools. For every site there are safety regulations issued by
the local authorities. These should be known and must be strictly observed.
CAUTION
- No starting up the installation with a non-grounded equipment. The first electrical connection
which should be set up is the equipment ground.
The following lists contain recommendations for instruments, cables, attenuators, adapters and other
auxiliary means, which may be used for installation, maintenance and trouble shooting of navigation
equipment, or at least will facilitate the job. This equipment (or those with comparable characteristics)
is normally present at the site. If not, it can be supplied optionally via Thales ATM. A selection of necesĆ
sary equipment and accessories to be provided can be defined in consultation with Thales ATM.
For the appropriate works, e.g. for startup, the necessary equipment is mentioned in the chapters
concerned.
x = available (optional)
x = available (optional)
Lifting eye
Ventilation opening
2450
Ground connector
dimensions in mm
1712 1413
Fig. 5-2 Shelter
10
35
10
50
min. 100
10
150
Feedthrough
for cables
Door side
Concrete typ B25
for information only 150 Dimensions in cm
Fig. 5-3 Foundations
Retaining straps
Fig. 5-4 Installation kit RF-coupling probe for Marker antenna (Ref. No. 58341 00060)
WARNING
While working with the hot air apparatus do not hold the heat-shrinkable shaped part
with bare hands. Pay attention to the direction of the hot air: it must not be directed to your
hands. Danger of injury by burns!
- Shrink the heat-shrinkable shaped part with hot air starting at the flange so that it is tight contactĆ
ing the flange, see Fig. 5-6.
- Slide down weather cover and fix it, see Fig. 5-7. Seal upper edge with silicon plastic.
Weather cover
(slided up)
Retaining straps
NOTE:
terminating cable
RF cable (preformed) and terminating
cable must not contact the metallic assembly screw
surface of the antenna!
support (antenna)
support
assembly screws
RF cable
(preformed) Directional coupler
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
Cut overhanging edge (if need be)
Silicon sealing
Weather cover
- If the antenna has to be installed onto the marker shelter (Fig. 5-8), screw the antenna base onto
the roof of the shelter by means of the mounting components supplied.
- If the antenna has to be installed onto a building (Fig. 5-9), first mount the antenna yokes onto
the building. The antenna mast should then be screwed to the antenna yokes and the antenna
base to the antenna mast.
- Install the antenna of the INNER marker according to Fig. 5-10.
Antenna
Shelter
Marker
Battery box
Ground connector
ca. 2000
ca. 2000
2 RF cables
Roof
Antenna mast
Antenna yokes
Marker
Building
Table
all dimensions in mm
Antenna
2 RF cables
100
80
Ground surface
ÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇÇ
100
mm
Foundation
CAUTION
VAC 115/230 V
Fuse (1.6A/F) I
ON
Mains plug
BAT1
BAT0
BAT2
BAT
+ -
48 V 48 V
+ - + -
+ +
+ +
- -
MARKER Coupling
probe
MSP-2
24029 28360 = 5 m
MONITOR 24029 28272 = 6 m from antenna
MSP-1 3 dB
coupler
to antenna
ANTENNA 24029 28360
antenna W5
low path
switch filter socket
with TNC flange
ZU LINE LGM LINE PC-2 AUX IN AUX OUT
Relay OUT
Opto IN
distrbution
protection
Diagnostic
to PTT
to RCSE
The following connectors are available on the rear side of the Marker:
- AUX IN Optocoupler IN
- ZU LINE dedicated line (to RMMC)
- LGM LINE (COM6)* PTT connection (to PTT line)
- AUX OUT Solid state relais OUT
- LGM-2 (COM3)* PTT connection (optional)
- LGM-3 (COM4)* PTT connection (optional)
- ZU-X (COM5)* RS232 interface to modem ZUA
- PC-2 (COM7)* communication interface diagnostic
* Assignment communication interface of LCSU/CSB
5.6.6.1 AUX IN
SubD, 25pin, male
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 GND 14 VCC (+5 V)
2 TTLOUT3 (internal use) 15 IAUX0
3 IAUX1 16 IAUX2
4 IAUX3 17 IAUX4
5 IAUX5 18 IAUX6
6 IAUX7 19 IAUX8
7 IAUX9 20 IAUX10
8 IAUX11 21 IAUX12
9 IAUX13 22 IAUX14
10 IAUX15 23 TTLIN0 (internal use)
11 TTLIN1 (internal use) 24 TTLIN2 (internal use)
12 TTLOUT4 (internal use) 25 TTLIN3 (internal use)
13 GND
5.6.6.2 ZU LINE
SubD, 9pin, male
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 F12A 6 F22B
2 F12BG 7 F21A
3 F11A 8 F21B
4 F11B 9 not used
5 F22A
5.6.6.5 LGM2
5.6.6.6 LGM3
5.6.6.7 ZU-X
- Dedicated line modem ZUx: Connect a two wire line from RCSE to pins 1 and 2 (ZUA), 3 and 4
(ZU1) of a SubD, 9pin connector and connect to connector ZU LINE on rear of the cabinet.
- Dedicated line modem LGM1200MD: Connect a two wire line from RCSE to pins 1 and 2 of a SubD,
9pin connector and connect to connector LGM LINE on the rear side of the cabinet.
NOTE: For LGM1200MD the ends of the dedicated line (station and remote side) has to be
terminated (600 ohms/47 nF parallel). The RC combination may be soldered to the
9pin SubD connector together with the two wire line.
- Switched line modem: Connect a two wire line from RCSE to pins 1 and 2 of a SubD, 9pin connecĆ
tor and connect to connector LGM LINE on rear of the cabinet.
Connect V.24 cable (zero modem cable) with SubD, 9pin or 25pin plug from the PC to socket RS232
of LCSU.
The Navaids 400 installation contains an auxiliary interface (on LCSU/CSB) with 16 optocoupler inĆ
puts and 16 solid state relais outputs for additional signals which is at customers disposal. The exterĆ
nal wiring of the OIO connectors (AUX IN/AUX OUT) is shown in the following figures.
OIO-IN conn.
outside IAUX n VCC (+5 V)
2k2
IAUX 0...7 and IAUX 8...15 when active low load max.
<2V or <2k7
log. 0= max. 0.3 mA
log. 1= min. 0.7 mA
GND
OIO-OUT conn.
outside OAUX n 60 VDC/30 VAC/max. 100 mA
OAUX 0...3/4...7/8...11/12...15
NOTE:
Only voltages in the SELV range (up to 60 VDC/30 VAC) dc
must be connected to connectors OAUX .
(SELV=Safety Extra Low Voltage) COM1 used for OAUX0...3
COM3 used for OAUX4...7
COM4 used for OAUX8...11
COM2 used for OAUX12...15
Some of the subassemblies have DIP-FIX switches or jumpers on the component side. The jumpers
act either as on/off switches or as changeover switches. The DIP-FIX switches and jumpers can be
set or placed to particular positions in order to adapt universal subassemblies to specific equipment
types. Other switches or jumpers must be actuated for test and maintenance purposes.
NOTE: Before installing a spare subassembly check and correct if necessary position of the DIP-
FIX switches and jumpers.
BR1
2
S4 3
ST2 LB1
OFF
ON
1 5
ST1
BU3
1 2 3
BR2
BU2
2 6
D5
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
D4 S1
BU1
1 2 3
S3 (side view) S2
1 2 3 4 5 6
4
OFF
On
example: Dialing mode LB1 open : BU2 pin 25b = AF signal set open set
LB1 closed : BU2 pin 25b = time slot open 1 2 3
Dialing mode: automatic recognition of type of modulation, V.25bis, auto reliable mode,
flow control with RTS/CTS (S2/M2), autobaud (AT), pulse dial mode
S1.1 S1.2 S1.3 S1.4 S1.5 S1.6 S1.7 S1.8 S1.9 S1.10
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
S2.1 S2.2 S2.3 S2.4 S3.1 S3.2 S3.3 S3.4 S3.5 S3.6
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
Dedicated line mode: V.32 (9600 bit/s), error correction with direct mode 10 bit/sign, flow control with
RTS/CTS (S2/M2), autobaud (AT), 2-wired dedicated line
S1.1 S1.2 S1.3 S1.4 S1.5 S1.6 S1.7 S1.8 S1.9 S1.10
ON ON OFF ON ON ON OFF ON ON OFF
S2.1 S2.2 S2.3 S2.4 S3.1 S3.2 S3.3 S3.4 S3.5 S3.6
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON
CAUTION
W106 W104
W118 -24
W116 -12
-6
-3
W114
W112
W105 W103
amplifiction
W108 W102
(+)
(0) W107 W101
W109
W218 W117
W216 W115
W214 W113
W212 W111
Transmit level (dBm)
W110
Receive level (dB)
W208
4-wire
(+)
(0) W207
W401
W402
W217
W215
W213
W211
W411 W412
W409 W410
W407 W408
W405 W406
W307
W305
W303
W301
W311
W309
W404
W403
attenuation
(0)
(+)
W308
W306
W304
W302
W312
W310
-24
-12
+12
+24
-6
-3
Fig. 5-15 ZUA29, position of jumpers and default settings (4-wire, -6 dBm, 600 ohms)
2/4-wire operation - x - x x -
without amplifier
4-wire amplifier - x - x - x
2-wire amplifier - x x - - x
Test
OFF
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
BU2
BR1
1 2 3
S1
1 2 3 4
S2
1 2
X5
D21
)* TX2 ON D8
)* TX1 ON
EPROM
CSB board
3.6 V
J21 0.8 Ah +
1 SW2
2
CT8
BAT1
EPROM
U6
1 2
J19 J20 3 4
1 5 6
2 J1
J18
1
2
3
U77
EPROM
U70
EPROM (M7)
U69 CPU board
J17 4 321
2 4 SW1
1 3 ON
J14 J12
1 13 10 7 4 1 3 1 life LED
1 14 11 8 5 2
J16 J11
2 15 12 9 6 3
4 2
19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1
20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 J9
1 22 19 16 13 10 7 4 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2
1 23 20 17 14 11 8 5 2 J10
J15 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4
2 24 21 18 15 12 9 6 3
5 6 5 6 5 6 5 6
J13 7 8 7 8 7 8 7 8
19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1 9 10 9 10 9 10 9 10
J5
20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 11 12 11 12 11 12 11 12
1 22 19 16 13 10 7 4 1 J4 J3 J2 J1
1 23 20 17 14 11 8 5 2 J6
J8 Remark:
2 24 21 18 15 12 9 6 3
The configuration of port/COM 1,2 and 6-10
J7 cannot be changed with jumper settings
This chapter describes the initial setup procedures for the marker. It is assumed that the equipment
has been preset and tested in the factory.
NOTE: The initial setup procedure has to be done for all marker types (OUTER, MIDDLE and evt.
INNER) at the installation site.
A standard or Laptop PC is used to perform locally the first alignment of the installation. The PC should
meet the following requirements:
- Processor Pentium 90 or better (IBM PC/AT compatible)
- 32 MB RAM, min. 1 GB HDD, VGA adapter, CD-ROM drive
- VGA color monitor
- Control via mouse or comparable
- two serial interface connectors
- any 32-Bit version of Microsoft Windows operating system
- min. 10 MB free disk space on HDD
Usual a suitable PC equipment is already available at site. Otherwise it can be delivered on request
as an option by Thales ATM Navigation. The ADRACS operating software for the different NAV sysĆ
tems must be installed on the PC system. The adjustment of the transmitter and monitor parameters
is performed via this terminal using the corresponding menu window. First the ADRACS software
should be installed on the available PC. For installation procedure refer to Section 1.4 of Technical
Manual ADRACS (Reference No. 83140 55324).
NOTE: The older user program version WIN ADRACS is described in technical manual with Ref.
No. 83140 55323.
- Multimeter
- Dual trace oscilloscope
- RF-power meter
5.7.3 Installation
- Mains off
- Mains switch (AC) on the rear side of the marker to "0": down.
- DC switch (PSS) on the rear side of the marker to "OFF 0": down.
- Battery fuses out (battery fuse box).
Individual jumpers have to be set before first switching on. These are concerned with the enabling
of backup batteries for non volatile memory (LCSU/CSB) and the emergency battery management
(CL-M). The location of jumpers is shown in section 5.6.8:
- LCSU/CSB: Set jumper J21 (enabling backup battery).
- CL-M: Set jumper X5 (enabling cutoff for over discharge protection of emergency battery).
5.7.5 Switch On
CAUTION
WARNING
c) Perform Login procedure at the PC. Acknowledge 'User 1, Level 5' with softkey OK.
f) Copy configuration files (*.SIT, *.PTT, *.OIO) of the configuration floppy to the REU with
command Copy PC file to RAM of menu File Transfer.
g) Click on command Reset SITE of menu File Transfer to activate the loaded files.
NOTE: Due to this reset the user program will be terminated. It has to be restarted manually.
h) Start the PC user program again (see b). Perform the Login procedure (see c).
k) Load station-relevant files (*.LKE) to the REU via File Transfer command UpDate LKE Files.
Reset Site (see g), start ADRACS (see b) and perform Login procedure (see c).
l) Select menu DateTimeREU in 'RC Management' (for WIN ADRACS: 'REU OPERATIONS') window.
Set date and time and acknowledge with button Set New. Close 'Date&Time REU' window.
The alignment procedure of the first setup (described in the following sections 5.7.8 to 5.7.13) is done
by means of the ADRACS user program (see also ADRACS technical manual, ref. no. 83140 55324).
The pulldown-menu Commands of the ADRACS main menu in the 'Detailed Status' window provides
'Switch...' and 'Set...' commands (see Fig. 5-19) for the alignment procedure.
NOTE: The commands used in the alignment procedure are given in format C: <command> (exĆ
ample C: Switch TX1 ON).
BIT Warning
Power ON Power ON
TX-1 TX-2
LOCAL-MODE
LRCI
Settings of parameters are necessary to configure the system. These parameters can be entered
within data sets selectable via Adjust Windows function. The function is available after performing the
following steps:
a) Select Data submenu MON-TX-LRCI Data (see Fig. 5-20), the 'General Data' window appears.
b) Select Window submenu Adjust Windows (see Fig. 5-21), the dialog window ADJUST WINDOWS
appears.
c) Select the appropriate data window (source and data set) and click on 'Set' button, see Fig. 5-22.
d) Enter all required configuration parameters within the data window (see Fig. 5-23).
NOTE: The data windows used for alignment procedure with their source and data set are given
there in format S: <source>, D: <data set> (example S: TX1, D: Adjustments), see Fig.
5-22.
MON-TX-LRCI Data
Adjust Windows
ADJUST WINDOWS X
RC
y
Arrangement class: STANDARD LIST
Load
y
Arrangements:
Save Delete Export Import
single
Adjustments WINDOW-1 Destroy
MONITOR-1
BITE Warning Limits WINDOW-2
MONITOR-2
BITE Measurement
TX1 WINDOW-3 Tile
BITE Measurement at switch over
TX2 WINDOW-4
Cascade
LRCI Set
MIXED DATA Zoom Tool
Step Tool
Fig. 5-23 Data window 'TX1 - Adjustments' for parameter setting (example)
NOTE: The ADRACS commands used for alignment procedure are given in format
C:<command>.
The ADRACS data windows used for alignment procedure, have to be selected within
ADJUST WINDOWS dialog window (see Fig. 5-22). They are given in format
S:<source>, D:<data set>, where <source> is MONITOR-1, MONITOR-2, TX1,
TX2, LRCI
<data set> is one of the selectable data sets
(e.g. Measurement actual)
a) Select group 'Adracs Remote Controlling'. Run 'Adracs Remote Controlling Software'.
b) Perform login procedure at the PC (Fig. 5-24).
Shutdown
MAINT
switch select select select select
NORMAL
Login Exit Control
c) Click screen button 'select' in the Marker (example: MM) status field. The Detailed Status window
appears.
d) C:Set MON 1 Bypass ON and C:Switch TX1 ON (TX1 Aerial).
e) Verify 'Marker Station Type' for both transmitters in data windows S:TX1/2, D:Adjustments, 'Identity
Morse Code' for both monitors in data windows S:MONITOR-1/2, D:Measurements actual and
'Marker Configuration' in data windows S:MONITOR-1/2, D:Alarm Limits.
f) Verify that 'Monitor Configuration' is 'AND/OR' in data windows S:MONITOR-1/2, D:Alarm Limits.
g) Verify that the 'Marker Mode' is in 'Normal-Mode' in data windows S:TX1/2, D:Adjustments.
a) Verify the DC-power supply voltage '+24V TX' in data window S:TX2, D:BITE Measurements
NOTE: T2 +24V TX = 0.00 V
b) C:Switch TX1 OFF. Switch over to TX2 with command C:Switch TX2 ON (TX2 aerial).
c) Verify the DC-power supply voltage '+24V TX' in data window S:TX1, D:BITE Measurements
NOTE: T1 +24V TX = 0.00 V
d) C:Switch TX2 OFF.
a) Disconnect antenna cable on rear side and connect antenna output in line with the power meter.
b) C:Switch TX1 ON.
c) Set 'Modulation Depth' to '95 %' in data window S:TX1, D:Adjustments.
d) Set 'Marker Mode to 'Continuous zero' in data window S:TX1, D:Adjustments.
e) Set carrier power with 'Power Adjustment' to 1.0 W in data window S:TX1, D:Adjustments.
f) Check if reflected power from antenna system is less than 0.1 W.
g) Adjust the carrier power according to the system for IM, MM, OM with 'Power Adjustment' in data
window S:TX1, D:Adjustments to values for IM, MM, OM (e.g. 1 W).
h) Check the output power.
i) Set 'Marker Mode' to 'Normal-Mode' in data window S:TX1, D:Adjustments.
k) Switch over TX2 Aerial with C:Switch TX2 ON and perform the steps c) to i) with S:TX2.
l) C:Switch TX2 OFF.
m)Disconnect power meter and connect the antenna cable.
5.7.10.2 RF-Level
* R
R123
R
R72
R72 * Do not alter. Factory adjustment R123
a) Disconnect monitor cable on the rear side and connect it to the oscilloscope input.
b) C:Switch TX1 ON.
c) Set 'Marker Mode' to 'Continuous one' in data window S:TX1, D:Adjustments.
d) Check the modulation depth with the oscilloscope (95 % ±4 %).
a-b
Modulation Depth = x 100
a+b
a) Set the 'Installed Batt(ery) Capacity' (e.g.: 10 Ah) in data window S:LRCI, D:BITE Warning Limits.
b) Set the 'Warning Charge Level' (e.g.: 6 Ah) in data window S:LRCI, D:BITE Warning Limits.
c) Set the 'TX Shut Down Limit' (e.g..: 5 Ah) in data window S:LRCI, D:BITE Warning Limits.
d) Set the 'SITE Shut Down Limit (e.g.: 3 Ah) in data window S:LRCI, D:BITE Warning Limits.
e) C:Set MON 1 Bypass OFF.
f) Switch main power OFF.
NOTE: CSB: MAINS OFF
a) Set a short 'Alarm Delay' (e.g: 2 s) in data window S:MON1, D:Alarm Limits.
b) Set 'Marker Mode' to 'Continuous one' in data window S:TX1, D:Adjustments.
NOTE: Switch Over Transmitter and then Switch OFF.
a) Adjust the carrier output power according to the flight check results ('Power Adjustment' in data
windows S:TX1, D:Adjustments and S:TX2, D:Adjustments).
b) Adjust the carrier modulation depth according to the flight check results ('Calibrate Mod. Depth'
in data windows S:TX1, D:Adjustments and S:TX2, D:Adjustments).
CHAPTER 6
OPERATION
6.1 GENERAL
In the normal case the standard operation is done via a remote control interface with a user program
ADRACS installed on a PC. For local operation only a few functions are operable with the Control and
Status Board. The alignment procedure and the maintenance are performed with a local connected
PC.
A serial connector RS 232 is located on the left hand side to interconnect a local PC. The individual
fields contain indications and keys. Only those indications currently in message are lit up and thus
legible. This ensures that misinterpretations are avoided. The meaning of the indications and keys
in the various fields are described in the following sections.
NOTE: A buzzer sounds for a short time and OK appears in the MAIN STATUS field DISPLAY for
a short time whenever a key is activated.
LCSU
MAIN DETAILED STATUS
STATUS MON 1 MON 2 TX 1 TX 2
OPERATION
DISPLAY ALARM ALARM ON ON
CONTROL STATION
NORMAL
ENGAGED MAINS OFF
DATA COM SIL
COMMAND ENABLED ENV ALRM
ANT FTY
SELECT EQUIP CHANGE REQUEST LAMP
ON/OFF OVER RELEASE TEST
OTHER WARN
DISPLAY text display Up to four alphanumeric characters, e.g. type of installation (OM,
MM or IM).
The message OK appears for a short time in the DISPLAY as an
acknowledgement when pressing any key. During lamp test (key
LAMP TEST) the text TEST is indicated.
ALARM red Monitor 1 and Monitor 2 are in ALARM state (i.e. relevant signals are
out of tolerance).
WARNING yellow The station is supplied by battery or
one or both monitor(s) is (are) in bypassed mode or ALARM state or
has a BITE warning.
NORMAL green All transmitter and monitor equipment is switched on, initialized and
serviceable for the intended category of operations (no WARNING
and no ALARM).
DATA COM red The communication to at least one substation (monitor or transmit-
ter) is interrupted.
Y green no meaning
SELECT key no meaning
MON 1 / MON 2
ALARM red Operational ALARM on transmitter connected to the antenna.
STBY ALRM yellow Operational ALARM on standby transmitter (dummy load).
FAULTY yellow Fault in corresponding monitor.
BYPASSED yellow Monitor is bypassed by operator.
TX 1 / TX 2
ON green DC power of transmitter is switched on.
WARNING yellow Transmitter BITE detects BITE warning.
FAULTY red Transmitter is switched to standby (dummy load) by monitor system
due to an alarm.
ON ANT green The output of the corresponding transmitter (TX1/TX2) is connected
to the antenna (and CSB- or SBO-power is not switched off).
6.2.3 COMMAND-Field
CHANGE key Transmitter is changed over to other antenna (after actuating the
OVER REQUEST/RELEASE to change to LOCAL mode). The monitors
are both in bypassed mode.
ENGAGED yellow The equipment is operating in REMOTE mode (i.e. no local control
on LCSU/CSB is possible). Data can be requested from the PC of
remote control (RMMC) or from local PC, the programming of the
station via local or remote PC is possible (if user login level is high
enough). The keys EQUIP ON/OFF and CHANGE OVER are not
active.
ENABLED green The equipment is operating in LOCAL mode. Data can be requested
from remote control side (RMMC), but not programmed. This is only
possible by local PC. The keys EQUIP ON/OFF and CHANGE OVER
are released for locally switching off the equipment and changing
over the transmitters after pressing the REQUEST/RELEASE key.
REQUEST key Change between LOCAL and REMOTE mode. Press the REQUEST/
RELEASE RELEASE key to request local control and wait for the ENABLED inĆ
dication. Perform the desired command EQUIP ON/OFF or
CHANGE OVER. Press the REQUEST/RELEASE key again to reĆ
lease the remote control for PC or RMMC. The ENGAGED indication
lights up again.
6.2.5 STATION-Field
MAINS OFF yellow The mains power is off. The equipment is supplied by battery.
ENV ALRM red Indication of smoke alarm, intrusion alarm, temperature alarm, ...
(not yet active).
ANT FTY red Antenna is faulty (only relevant for TACAN and NDB).
OTHER WARN yellow Certain BITE values are out of tolerance (e.g. battery power, half
battery power, battery current, equipment current) or at least one of
the installed BCPS's is failed.
6.2.6 LCSU-Field
The indications (LEDs) of individual subassemblies are explained in Fig. 6-2. Control elements like
switches, etc. do not exist.
V3
* not assembled
GK60 GK60
TX-M1 AS-M TX-M2 Monovolt Trivolt AC/DC 53
24 V 24 V 5V 48 V
TX1 TX2
Use the PSS on the rear side of the marker after the alignment procedure is completed to switch on
the installation. The indications on the Control and Status Board light up.
CAUTION
Never switch on the installation unless the antenna or an adequate dummy load is corĆ
rectly connected!
When pressing the LAMP TEST key, simultaneously all indications light up and the buzzer sounds
for optical and acoustic test purposes. Since the monitor takes over the normal checks of function
and accuracy, the operation of the installation is perfect when the control and status panel indicates
NORMAL. If however the control and status panel shows WARNING or ALARM, a check of the installaĆ
tion via PC is possible after pressing the REQUEST RELEASE key to change from remote to local
control.
The marker can be switched off with the DC switch on the rear side.
CHAPTER 7
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
7.1 MAINTENANCE
There are two basic types of maintenance, namely periodic maintenance and normal maintenance.
It is essential to ensure that the radiated signals remain within the stipulated tolerances at all times
after the marker system has been handed over for air traffic. With this aim in mind, ICAO recommends
verifying the most important signal parameters of the ground station within the framework of periodic
maintenance. In NAV 400, all the main parameters are maintained at the preset values throughout the
entire life of the system by means of a microprocessor in the transmitter, so that drift as a result of
ageing should not normally occur. In addition, the radiated signals are checked by two high-preciĆ
sion monitors (also microprocessor-controlled); these prevent spurious signals from being emitted
by either switching over to the standby transmitter or shutting down the system completely.
Since, moreover, no parts which are subject to mechanical wear and tear are used, the periodic mainĆ
tenance intervals can be made longer than usual and the number of measurements restricted to a
minimum. In addition to the periodic maintenance work, there are a number of normal maintenance
activities which must be performed as and when necessary.
NOTE: The responsible authorities (e.g. ATC/Controls) must be informed before commencing
any maintenance work in accordance with national regulations!
We recommend performing the maintenance activities listed in the table below once every week,
month, quarterly or yearly. The following measuring instruments are required to do so:
- Frequency counter
- Multimeter, cables, adapters
- Battery maintenance equipment (acidmeter, acid syringe, areometer, thermometer, funnel).
A ribbon line with a large cross-sectional area is laid from the ground terminal to the rack and the
work table, and permanently connected to the table and a ground bus on the work surface, to act as
the system ground to eliminate electrostatic charges. This system ground should not be connected
to either the ground wire of the network or the housing and grounds of external loads, in other words
to those loads not associated with the work table, except at the potential equalization bus for the
overall installation. The ground wire which is offered via the mains cable or mains connector is not
suitable for potential equalization of the equipment on a work table. Depending on local circumĆ
stances it carries more or less strong RF interference voltage. Main-supplied equipment, the power
supply and test equipment should be connected via a two-wire line and a two-pin connector.
For measures to be taken with respect to components sensitive to electrical static charging (MOS,
Lower Power Schottky) please refer to the customer service documentation of the manufacturer. If
an employee is required to handle subassemblies for transport purposes, he should place both hands
flat on a grounded surface beforehand (e.g. on the ground bus of the work table). The module can
be picked up by its insulator immediately following this potential equalization. It is safer to avoid
touching the terminals. Only remove short-circuit bars where absolutely necessary. Only place
printed circuit boards on tables with a conductive, grounded work surface. Leave individual subasĆ
semblies in the antistatic plastic bags for as long as possible.
7.1.1.3 Cleaning
CAUTION
Before opening the marker housing disconnect the mains- and battery supply.
Cleaning aids, such as brushes and dusters, must be made of antistatic material (see secĆ
tion 7.1.1.1).
- Shelter
Brushes, dusters and a vacuum cleaner should be used to clean the transmitter rack and the rack
for the battery-charged power supply. The transmitter room should not be cleaned with a broom,
but rather using a vacuum cleaner. The floor should be washed regularly every 6 month. The
detergent should be added in small quantities only to the water; no aggressive cleaning agents
should be used. Floor cleaning agents should be avoided, since these have the same effect as
a dielectric and encourage the development of static charges. If the floor covering is made of a
conductive material, then similarly only those cleaning agents expressly recommended by the
manufacturer of the floor covering should be used.
- Marker subrack/cabinet
Dusting of the subassemblies should only take place in conjunction with removal of a subassembly
when this becomes necessary in any case for some other purposes. Even then, subassemblies
should only be dusted if dust can be detected by means of a visual check. They should always
be dusted using a soft brush, and possible with the aid of a vacuum cleaner.
- Antenna
Inspect complete antenna, monitor dipole and the equipment installation for any damage caused
by corrosion, rodents, termites, or others. Air traffic control should be informed before the antenna
will be inspected. Normally the antenna is not radiating by this inspection (transmitter switched
off).
The data recorded during the flight test is the only data which is binding for operation of a navigation
installation. It is advisable to check this data in accordance with the chart for periodically mainteĆ
nance.
To back up data in the non volatile RAM in case of a voltage drop the subassembly LCSU/CSB conĆ
tains a Lithium battery. Lithium batteries have an extended life time. The battery voltage is checked
by the BIT of the system. The battery is soldered to the pc board. The battery back up function is enĆ
abled via jumper set during first setup or before replacing the respective pc board. Always observe
the label on the battery. The Lithium battery has to be replaced by the same battery type. Other types
of lithium battery are not approved by Thales ATM.
WARNING
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C or incinerate the lithium cell. Do not
short circuit, or solder directly on the cell. Disregard of the norms regarding the use of
lithium batteries may cause risk of fire, explosion or leaking out of toxid liquid and gas.
Run-down batteries are objects that can pollute the environment and must be disposed
of with proper precautions.
CAUTION
Contents of the RAM will be lost when the jumper is opened which enables battery voltage
to the RAM device.
NOTE: The backup battery of the LCSU/CSB may be replaced without dismounting the LCSU/
CSB-Board. However, access and work may be easier when the CSB is dismounted.
- Re-tin the soldering tags of the new battery in order to ensure a good soldered connection.
- Unsolder the minus and plus pole of the old battery, and remove the battery from the pc board.
- Insert the new battery, and solder the minus and plus pole of the battery.
- Set jumper J21 on LCSU/CSB again.
- Re-enter all marker parameters when the battery has been resoldered.
Startup, care and maintenance of the lead battery are described in chapter 7.4.
Any fault is stored in the system memory, which occurs in the installation and is acknowledged by
the internal BIT and which leads to a WARNING or ALARM indication. This report is available in the
configuration menu of the ADRACS program (see Technical Manual Reference No. 83140 55324):
The BIT fault report (see 7.2.2) indicates faulty operating voltages, so that the defective module
(AC/DC converter or DC/DC converter) can be defined and replaced. Before replacing the AC/DC
converters, check mains power supply. Before locating a fault, try to define roughly the defective funcĆ
tional group, i.e. power supply, antenna, monitor or LCSU/CSB. A first localization is done by evaluatĆ
ing the LED indicators on the various modules (see Fig. 7-3):
Step Fault A B C
1 AC/DC 53 LED out? Mains switch switched to 'I'? Change mains power supĆ
Check mains fuse; if blown reĆ ply or AC/DC 53.
place only once.
2 DC/DC GK60 LED of one voltage out? Change GK60 Trivolt.
Trivolt
3 DC/DC GK60 LED of one voltage out? Change GK60 Monovolt.
Monovolt
4 LCSU/CSB Live lamp out? DC operating voltage ok? Reset LCSU/CSB.
5 TX-M TX1 U24 LED on? No, supply 24 V TX1 faulty Check F1 on TX1 board;
or alternatively if blown, change TX-M/1
TX2 U24 LED on? No, supply 24 V TX2 faulty Check F1 on TX2 board;
(only 1 of both is normally on) if blown, change TX-M/2
6 AS-M TX1 LED on? No LED's on Check RF connection
or alternatively (only 1 of both is normally on) TX-M to AS-M; if ok
TX2 LED on? change AS-M.
7.3 REPAIR
7.3.1 General
The repair is restricted to changing the marker unit itself, its plug-in cards (subassemblies) and the
cables.
NOTE: Subassemblies and components which are sent to the manufacturer for repair or returns
must be packed in a way that no damage of the parts could arise. It is recommended to
use the original packing, e.g. of the spare part, or a comparable packing in corresponding
performance to ensure a safe shipping of defective subassemblies or components.
Handling of subassemblies with electrostatically sensitive components see section 1.3.2.
CAUTION
Before changing the mains switch, the mains cable or the Marker equipment disconnect
the mains supply. When working on the opened equipment be careful not to touch live
parts. Before replacing an AC/DC-module the equipment must always be disconnected
from the mains.
After repair test the marker unit according to section 5.7.3. When changing the complete marker unit
perform an initial startup according to section 5.7.
CAUTION
Since the EPROM are electrostatically sensitive components, the following safety precauĆ
tions must always be observed (see also section 1.3.2): The person replacing the EPROM
should preferably not wear shoes with rubber or plastic soles, and should first eliminate
any static charges by touching the divice ground with both hands.
OPERATION
MARKER
ALARM
413
STBY ALRM WARNING
BYPASSED
1
.............
............
ENGAGED
ENABLED
CHANGE LAMP 3
1 Housing SELECT EQUIP REQUEST
ON/OFF OVER RELEASE TEST
2 Front plate
3 Quick fixing device
U24 U24
TX1 TX2 OVP adj OVP adj V1
V adj V adj
TX2 ON
TX1 ON V2
LGM 4
ZUA
V3
The sets of lead batteries in the navigation installations are normally supplied to countries in Europe
already filled and charged by the manufacturer. On site the batteries then merely need to be installed
and connected to the power supply unit of the navigation installation. Batteries supplied in a
non-filled state to their point of installation must be mounted, filled and charged there in accordance
with the handling specifications laid down by the manufacturer. The batteries can be supplied in a
precharged state either non-filled and dry or non-filled and non-dry (see 7.4.3.2 and 7.4.3.3). The
battery may not be removed from its transport packing until immediately prior to startup.
CAUTION
Maintenance-free batteries have to be set into operation within half a year after delivery
to prevent drawback in lifetime of battery.
a) Installation on site, and connection of the cells to the cell connectors and the electrical installation;
b) Filling with accumulator acid;
c) Immediate subsequent charging or activation of the plates (see 7.4.3)
d) Immediate subsequent activation in standby parallel mode.
These instructions do not cover the installation work, but instead deal merely with filling and activation
using tools which, even in remote areas, are either available or easily obtainable; they moreover apply
only to batteries for which a rated acid density of 1.24 kg/l is specified by the manufacturer, e.g.
Gro E, iron-clad and block batteries, and not to starter batteries or batteries with a fixed electrolyte.
The aids required are as follows:
Accumulator acid The acid must have a particular density. If this value is incorrect, the mixture
should be made up of high-density sulphuric acid and specially purified
water (see 7.4.2.2).
- Various resistors
- Single-wire cables (2.5... 6 mm@)
- Ammeter and voltmeter (accuracy <1 %).
Diluted sulphuric acid and specially purified water are used for filling and topping up lead batteries.
The regulations specified in VDE 0510 (regulations for accumulators and battery installations),
according to which no components which may be harmful to the plates may be used, must be
conformed to. Particularly harmful substances are chlorine, which is present both in the water and
in the acid, and iron which is sometimes contained in the acid. These impurities can however easily
be evidenced. Only specially purified water, i.e. water which has been distilled or fully desalted, may
be used; it must moreover be clear, colorless and odorless
CAUTION
Boiled water, rainwater, well water, river water, tap water or condensation from machines,
heating systems etc. are unsuitable.
The sulphuric acid and the water should be preserved in glass or plastic containers, which must be
sealed and covered carefully. Dust and vapors which penetrate may contaminate originally pure liqĆ
uids.
WARNING
When mixing high-density acid with water the acid must be added to the water in a thin
jet whilst stirring with a clean wooden rod. If the water is added to the acid, the latter will
splash dangerously.
50 1,600
50
60 1,710
40 1,800
70
A
30
80
20 90
10 100
0
values at 20 °C (68 °F) 1,180 1,220 1,260 1,300 1,340
* mixed acid: available high-density acid nominal density of accumulator acid (kg/l)
100 l accumulator acid with a density of 1.24 kg/l is required. The mixing acid available has a density
of 1.71 kg/l. The intersection A on the right-hand side of the chart is obtained as follows:
The slope 1.71 (density of mixed acid) intersects the vertical 1.24 (nominal density of accumulator
acid). The horizontal through point A intersects the slope at 72 l (specified purified water) and the
vertical at 31 l (quantity of mixed acid) in the left-hand section of the chart. The two quantities must
then be mixed in order to obtain 100 l acid with a density of 1.24 kg/l. This chart is only valid for temĆ
peratures of +20 °C. For other operating temperatures see 7.4.2.3.
When purchasing mixed acid it may be that the quantity is specified in kilograms on the container.
The chart (Fig. 7-4) is however only valid for quantities specified in liters. Kilograms can be converted
to liters as follows:
Quantity in kg
Quantity in l =
Acid density in kg/l
The nominal acid density of fixed batteries is valid at an acid temperature of 20 °C. If the temperature
increases the density will be reduced by 0.0007 kg/l per °C; if the temperature falls it will be increased
accordingly. Thus if the temperature rises by 15 °C the density will be reduced by approx 0.01 kg/l;
if the temperature falls by 15 °C the density will be increased by approx. 0.01 kg/l. The chart (Fig. 7-5)
shows the acid densities for various temperatures in relation to a temperature of +20 °C.
measured density
kg/l
40
1,25
1,25
30
1,20 1,20 20
10
1,15
1,15 0
1,10 -10
1,10
-20
The line between the two points intersects the middle scale at 1.24 kg/l
(density at reference temperature of +20 °C).
Fig. 7-5 Chart showing the relationship between the acid density and the temperature
A few basic rules listed below should be observed when handling batteries:
WARNING
The following points should be observed in order to prevent false acid density measurements with
the areometer:
a) The areometer float should not stick to the side or hit the top, and should always be clean.
b) When the battery is charged or discharged a period of about 30 minutes should be waited
before commencing measurements, in order to allow time for the acid density between and
above the plates to become uniform.
c) If specially purified water is used for topping up, no measurements should be performed for
the next few hours.
d) If the temperatures should deviate substantially from the reference temperature of +20 °C, this
should be taken into consideration when performing measurements (the density decreases with
higher temperatures and increases with lower temperatures).
A particular quantity of accumulator acid is required for each battery type; this quantity is specified
by the manufacturer or is defined by the cell levels (acid level indicator or max. marking on the cell
box). The tolerance of the accumulator acid density is ± 0.01 kg/l.The acid temperature should not
exceed +35 °C, since heat is developed internally following filling, and higher acid temperatures may
cause the maximum permitted battery temperature to be exceeded.
In hot climates with the associated high ambient temperatures it is particularly difficult to cool off the
batteries during the day. We therefore recommend slowly filling the batteries half full in such regions,
then filling them right up the next day after they have cooled off during the night.
NOTE: The battery should only be removed from its transport packaging immediately
prior to the startup (see also Section 7.4.1).
7.4.3 Startup
7.4.3.1 General
The plates are fully activated on initial charging; special rules and data which deviate from the stanĆ
dard values for battery operation and the charging procedure apply. If the initial charging procedure
is not performed in accordance with specifications, the plates will only be partly activated; coarse
sulfates will be produced, and the batteries will not reach their full capacity.It is only possible to elimiĆ
nate the damage by means of a time-consuming desulfating procedure in few cases.
As mentioned above in 7.4.1, the batteries may be supplied in a precharged state either non-filled
and dry or non-filled and non-dry. This is not apparent externally except from the color of the plates.
The positive plate of activated batteries has a brown coloring (Pb O2), whilst the negative plate is light
grey (Pb).
Dry precharged batteries are activated by the manufacturer. They can be started up simply by filling
the accumulator acid with the specified acid density. The battery can then be operated in the navigaĆ
tion installation without any further delay. This however applies only to brand new batteries, since
these batteries are extremely sensitive to climatic conditions.If dry precharged batteries are stored
for some time without being filled with acid, the plates will gradually become deactivated. This process
is accelerated in a moist or warm environment.They will be completely deactivated after about 6
month, and the battery must be treated and started up in almost the same way as a non-activated
battery. The initial charging procedure will be more or less long depending on the storage period and
the state of the plates.
These batteries have the longest initial charging period. These batteries can be determined by the
fact that the acid density drops substantially 1 to 2 hours after filling (density <1.15 kg/l), and/or the
acid temperature rises by a few degrees.
WARNING
There is a particular risk during the charging procedure, since oxyhydrogen gas develops
in the gassing area of the battery acid. It is therefore forbidden to use naked flames or
incandescent bodies in the vicinity of accumulators. Sufficient ventilation should be proĆ
vided for the battery compartment. The acid vapors are aggressive, therefore care should
be taken of clothing.
The battery manufacturers specify various methods with setting and nominal data; the appropriate
instructions are contained in the handling specifications enclosed with each battery. A constant
current charge (I-characteristic) is used for the battery charged power supply in the navigation
installation.
The acid density and temperature must be measured and noted once an hour during the charging
procedure at every 6th or 3rd cell (test cells). The same applies to the battery voltage, which should
be measured at the battery poles. For voltage measurements see Chapter 7.4.1).The duration of the
charging procedure depends on the state of the plates, and should be at least 6 hours.The crucial
factor for determining the end of the charging procedure is that the battery voltage and the acid
density no longer rise a test interval of 2 hours, and that the nominal values are reached.If the acid
density and the battery voltage do not reach their nominal despite absolute conformance with the
charging specifications, the charging procedure must be continued with the same charging data for
a further 10 hours.If the acid density still does not reach its nominal value, the acid must be neuĆ
tralized. If the density is too low, higher-density acid (mixed acid) must be added; if the acid density
is too high, specially purified water must be used for topping up. The temperature and acid level must
be taken into consideration when measuring the density, in other words the nominal acid density is
valid when the acid level indicator is at max.
If water is lost during the charging procedure on account of gassing, the acid must be topped up
beforehand with specially purified water.If it is necessary to correct the acid density or acid level, the
battery must be topped up beforehand with specially purified water.If it is necessary to correct the acid
density or acid level, the battery must be charged again afterwards with the same charging values
(approx. 1 hour) in order to make sure it is properly mixed. This is ensured by means of the gassing
which results.The acid temperature must be monitored during the charging procedure. This is particuĆ
larly important in case of high ambient temperatures. The acid temperature may not exceed 55 °C.
If a temperature of 50 °C is reached, a cooling period should be allowed until the temperature has
dropped to 35 °C again.
The battery is ready for service when the nominal values are reached and each cell has the correct
acid level (max. marking of acid level indicator). Finally the outside of the battery should be cleaned
with water to remove acid and dirt. The battery should then be installed immediately in the navigation
installation, and operated in standby parallel mode. This procedure ensures that the battery is always
charged, but that it is not operated close to the gassing area. The charge characteristic of the AC/
DC-53 (current/voltage characteristic or I-U characteristic) ensures that the limit value specified by
the battery manufacturer are conformed to, including subsequently during charging and discharging.
NOTE: Each battery cell/battery must have the same charge or discharge state on account of the
series connection.
The following table summarizes the procedure.
The maintenance chapters below refer to the check area under observation. The checks and related
operations should be performed regularly every 2 to 3 months. The Basic Rules for Handling Batteries
(see 7.4.2.4) should be observed.
The battery box with batteries, boxes, terminals and connections should be kept clean and dry. When
performing the regular check pay special attention to the poles and cell connections, since these are
particular subject to acid aggression and likely to form salt crystals, in particular at the plus pole. The
poles and cell connections should be greased slightly with an acid-resistant Vaseline following
cleaning.
The acid density should be measured using the areometer. False measurements can be avoided by
observing the rules see 7.4.2.4. The density of accumulator acid is 1.24 ± 0.01 kg/l at 20 °C when
the battery is charged. If the temperature deviates substantially from the reference temperature of
20 °C, this should be taken into account when measurements are performed.
The cells should be topped up in good time with specially purified water. A visual check of the cells
should be done approx. every 2 to 3 month. An acid level indicator with two markings 10 mm apart
is incorporated in one of the cells for determining the nominal acid level. If this indicator is missing,
the cells should be topped up 15 mm above the protective plates. It is not always possible to obtain
specially purified or desalinated water of the required quality at the point of installation. In countries
where the water quality is inadequate the specially purified or fully desalinated water in stock should
be checked before use in accordance with the handling specifications of the battery manufacturer
(test chemicals supplied if required). If the purified water does not meet the specifications, it must be
post-treated (ion exchanger or distilling apparatus - supplied on request) or suitable water must
be obtained.
CAUTION
The battery guarantee is only valid if the accumulator acid and water have the necessary
degree of purity.
The nominal voltage of the lead cells has been fixed at 2.0 V. The no-load voltage is 2.04 to 2.1 V
depending on the acid density. The discharge voltage is dependent on the discharge current. The
higher the discharge current, the lower will be the cell voltage and vice versa. Under normal operating
conditions with trickle charging the cell voltage is 2.25 V. In case of a failure or disconnection of the
220 or 115 V mains voltage resulting in discharging of the batteries, the cell voltage is 2.1...1.75 V after
approx. 5 minutes up to a discharging time of approx. 4 hours. The cell voltage should not fall below
1.75 V during discharging. This is ensured by the supervision in the NAV installation. The cell voltage
can be measured either as described in 7.4.1 or using a multimeter. Only special test leads provided
exclusively for battery measurements should be used, however, on account of the acid residues
which may be present at the battery poles. It is sufficient to check the voltage of all cells at the charge
current every 2 to 3 month.