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TFM-403 Installation and Operating Instructions

1. eene enses emen nennen 2 7 2 9 Variable Frequency Mode Function 2 7 2 10 LED Display Variable Dimming Mode ssssssssseemememmemmenrrne 2 7 2 11 90 Second Transmitter Timeout Feature r meme 2 7 2 12 Quick Guard Programming Feature sss mee ene 2 7 2 13 Programming CTCSS Tone en eene nhe e n enne nnns 2 8 2 14 PC Memory Programming Download Capability 2 9 2 14 1 Windows Program Requirements esse enhn nennen 2 10 2 14 2 Windows Program Installation mmn memet 2 10 2 143 COMMOCTIONS 2 10 2 14 4 Running the Windows Program rrr 2 10 2 14 5 Helpful Hints uu e esie e enhn enne nes 2 10 2 14 6 DOS Program Requirements m enses ee entere nre 2 11 2 14 7 DOS Program Installation me semen e enr 2 11 2 14 8 Connections uu duree Etpa ve EXER 2 11 2 14 9 Running the DOS Program men entem nent 2 11 2 14 10LED Display Variable Dimmin
2. 3 4 3 8 Internal Programming Enable Disable Jumper sss Ie 3 6 3 9 Transmitter Power Adjustments sensns 3 6 3 10 Transmitter Microphone Level Adjustment ssssssm meme 3 6 3 11 Transmitter Sidetone Level Adjustment r mm 3 7 3 12 Main and Guard Squelch Adjustment 3 8 3 13 Transmitter Deviation Adjustment mener 3 8 3 14 Guard Receiver Audio Limit Feature sssssssssssseseee menm 3 8 APPENDIX Post Install dn 1 LIST OF FIGURES FIGURE TITLE 2 1 Operator s Switches and Controls TFM 403 sss 2 3 2 2 TFM 403 Transceiver PC Up Download Cable Wiring Diagram 2 12 3 Transceiver mounted view of 15 and 9 pin connectors 3 1 3 1 Outline Drawing for TFM 403 Transceiver 3 2 3 2 Wiring Connections for TFM 403 Transceiver meme 3 5 3 3 Internal Enable Disable Jumper and TX High Low Power Adjust Locations 3 7 3 4 Microphone and Sidetone Level Main and Guard Squelch Adjustment Access 3 9 3 5 Deviation Adjustment Potentiometer Location r 3 10 LIST OF TABLES TABLE TITLE 2 1 Av
3. been delivered from the factory with version H7 and above software capable of wide narrow band operation TFM 403 s with s n 199 or less Document 95RE175 Rev B should be referred to This document does not cover the operation of older version TFM 403 s with s n JO199 or less TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE PAGE SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION lI I O NO E 1 1 NE RENE ERE 1 1 Purpose of Equipment uu cece eee sss ehe ese nsn en en en enne nnns 1 1 Model Variation zie eite go a EE E 1 1 Technical Characteristics iile dde da i bcn fa E 1 2 SECTION 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 1 Fodtul6S S sus 2 1 2 2 Operating Instructions II e I mene ne nsn en en enne nnn nnn 2 4 2 3 Programming INStructiOnS i1 2 ze IERI Ie IP IR Made ss 2 b 2 4 Priority and Selective Memory Channel Scanning and Scan Lists 2 6 2 5 SCANNING e m 2 6 2 6 Direct Frequency Entry Mode eee eee eee eee 2 6 2 7 Receive Frequency Simplex Function ssssssssssssssee meme 2 7 2 8 Keyboard Lockout Function
4. du ICE E LED DISPLAY SPITAL 468 SP 25TT THE LINE INDICATES INFORMATION ABOUT THE GUARD RECEIVER MAIN SQUELCH VOLUME CONTROL FOR GUARD RECEIVER A SQUELCH OVERRIDE TEST P A Up PUSH BUTTON HI LO SWITCH SELECTS BETWEEN D 1 WATT AND 10 5 FOR ENTERING NEW INFORMATION TRANSMITTER OUTPUT POWER OR EDITING ETC G1 G2 SWITCH SELECTS ONE OF TWO GUARD CHANNELS MN GD SWITCH SETS THE TRANSMITTER TO OPERATE ON EITHER THE MAIN OR GUARD TRANSMIT FREQUENCY FIGURE 2 1 TFM 403 Operator s Switches and Controls TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 3 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 2 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS See Figure 2 1 1 Switch power on by turning the main volume clockwise Depending how the radio is configured either the last programmed or last displayed frequency will appear on the screen The transceiver is now in normal operating mode 2 Adjust the audio level by adjusting the main and guard volume knobs 3 Pressing the squelch defeat button will open both receivers to confirm that both are working 4 Read the display The top line will indicate memory selected followed by a if the memory position is included in the scan list an alphanumeric message and the frequency of the main receiver A small n before the frequency indicates 12 5 Khz narrowband chann
5. signal the channel will remain open for five seconds before resuming scanning e During communications the five second timer is reset from the last Rx or Tx signal encountered The radio resumes scanning once the Rx or Tx activity has ceased for more than five seconds The SCAN key must be pressed to exit the scan mode DIRECT FREQUENCY ENTRY MODE This mode is designed to facilitate quick frequency selection during emergency and other operational conditions requiring direct operating frequency selection This operating mode is disabled along with the programming mode when the internal disable jumper is set 1 When the transceiver is in the normal operating mode press FUNC and 1 then the desired operating frequency e g 453 275 Please note in the above operation after FUNC and 1 are entered the LED display will show memory channel 000 and then the remaining digits in the desired frequency are shown as they are entered No alphanumeric message can be entered in this mode Operation on the new frequency occurs in both transmit and receive simplex only modes If RX or TX CTCSS tones DPL codes are required they must be programmed in TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca RECEIVE FREQUENCY SIMPLEX FUNCTION The receive frequency simplex function allows you to quickly change the transmit frequency when operating on a
6. to the radio Connect the other end of the cable to the printer port on the computer Connect the red and black leads to the power supply 2 14 9 Running the DOS Program 1 2 3 Turn on the 28 volt power supply Turn on the radio The channels on the radio may start scrolling this is normal Change to the TIL directory and type PCDL42 and enter The radio should stop scrolling Follow the menus to edit channels print channel list up or download as desired The data file is continuously updated as each change is made so you don t have to save the file at any time To have multiple data files you will have to copy the data file to another name and then copy it back when needed There always has to be a data file called DATA14 or the program will not work 2 14 10 Helpful Hints for the DOS program CAUTION NEVER plug in the radio while the power supply is ON or damage may occur to your printer port You can only use LPT1 as the printer port Ensure it is enabled in the computer BIOS The program works best on older slower computers but has worked on some new PCs running DOS A good way to try this out is to make a DOS bootable floppy with the software on it running the software from the A drive TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 11 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca TFM 403 Upload Download Programming Cable P N 943165 4 Wiring Diagram 15 PIN D
7. M DN keys to select the desired channel spacing for the memory position then press ENTER 7 The alphanumeric title is now displayed Use the M UP and M DN keys to scroll through the alphabet numbers and symbols When the desired character is displayed press ENTER to advance to the next character Press 1 to backspace 8 Keep repeating step seven until the last space is set The display will show SCAN or LOCKOUT to enable this memory position as part of a scan list or lock it out of the scan list Use the 1 2 3 4 5 keys to add the channel to the corresponding scan list or press MI DN to clear the channel from all scan lists see paragraph 2 5 for details Once the desired condition has been selected press ENTER The TFM 403 s display will later show a beside the memory channel number if scan is enabled 9 The display will now show the current memory number Type in the 3 digit number of the memory you want to save to if different from displayed one and press ENTER 10 You now have the option to program the guard frequencies by pressing FUNC or press ENTER to return to normal operating mode 11 If you pressed FUNC to program the guards guard 1 transmit frequency will be displayed with the flashing cursor on the second digit Enter the frequencies for guard 1 receive transmit and guard 2 receive transmit as in step 3 and 4 12 The alphanumeric labels for guard 1 and guard 2 are entered the same as in step 7 and 8 When
8. One BNC antenna mating RF connector male and hood 3 5 ANTENNA INSTALLATION Antenna P N ATM 403 may be obtained from Technisonic Industries Limited or a suitable equivalent may be utilized with the TFM 403 transceivers The antenna should be mounted on the bottom of the aircraft whenever possible Consult with instructions provided with the antenna Connect RF cable from antenna to the back of the TFM 403 unit by utilizing the BNC mating connector provided in the installation kit 3 6 INSTALLATION PIN LOCATIONS AND CONNECTIONS The pin numbers and locations for the 15 pin Cannon D connector located on the rear of the TFM 403 transceiver are shown below Pin connections are provided in TABLE 3 1 5 4 1 9 6 6 9 2 FIGURE 3 Transceiver mounted view of 15 pin male connector TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 3 1 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 8 53 5 75 6 61 FIGURE 3 1 Outline Drawing for Model TFM 403 Transceiver TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 3 2 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 3 6 INSTALLATION PIN LOCATIONS AND CONNECTIONS continued TFM 403 Transceiver 15 Pin D Connections Pin Description 600 Ohm Output Data Output Panel Lighting 28VDC or 5VAC Memory UP PC Download Input Memory D
9. entry disable jumper is set LED DISPLAY VARIABLE DIMMING MODE 1 With the transceiver in normal operating mode press the UP or DN keys to increase or decrease the intensity of the LED display 2 Once maximum intensity of the display is achieved the UP key no longer functions Conversely once minimum intensity is reached the DN key ceases to function 90 SECOND TRANSMITTER TIME OUT FEATURE A selectable 90 second transmitter time out feature is provided to prevent accidental continuous transmission in the event of a faulty PTT switch With this feature enabled the transceiver will stop transmitting after the PTT is engaged continuously for 90 seconds The timer is reset by releasing then re engaging the PTT switch Press the FUNC then the M UP key Use the M UP and M DN keys to select 90 SEC which enables the feature or NONE which disables it QUICK GUARD PROGRAMMING FEATURE A quick download of any of the 120 memory positions to either of the guard memory positions can be accomplished Select the memory position whose contents you desire to download to a guard memory Select either GD1 or GD2 memory channel as desired Press FUNC then 7 The guard memory channel will now contain all the same information as the selected memory position This feature is disabled when guard jumper J15 pins 1 and 2 on the MCU board is removed TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 7 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRI
10. to the main chassis Remove the chassis tray 4 You should now have access to the Microprocessor Control Unit MCU PCB Module See Figure 3 3 Remove the enable disable jumper from pins 3 and 4 of J15 5 Reverse steps 1 through 3 and secure all screws to re assemble the transceiver TRANSMITTER POWER ADJUSTMENTS The transmitter power is adjusted to a maximum of 10 watts in high power mode and 1 watt in low power mode over the transceiver operating bandwith at the factory If transmitter RF power re adjustment is required perform as follows 1 1 Remove bottom cover as described in the previous paragraph 3 8 Access to the two adjustment potentiometers on the Microprocessor Control Unit MCU PCB Module is provided by two access holes located at the back of the chassis tray 2 2 Connect an RF through line wattmeter to the antenna connector Set the operating frequency to 457 000 MHz and key the transmitter 3 3 In low power mode set the low power adjustment potentiometer R24 to produce 1 0 watt of RF output power See Figure 3 3 4 4 In high power mode set high power adjustment potentiometer R23 to produce 9 5 watts of RF output power 5 5 Verify that the RF output power is between 9 and 10 watts 403 000 MHz 484 000 MHz and 512 000 MHz 6 6 Replace bottom cover as described in the previous paragraph 3 8 3 10 TRANSMITTER MICROPHONE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT 1 Set the transceiver operating frequency to 457 000 MHz a
11. will result in the normal scanning of the other memory positions Selective memory scanning allows the user to select which of the 120 memory channels are to be scanned or locked out when the scan function is invoked To use this feature follow the PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS found in paragraph 2 3 Once the screen displays SCAN or LOCKOUT use the 1 2 3 4 or 5 key to add the channel to the corresponding scan list or lists The M DN key acts as a clear button removing the channel from all scan lists and displaying LOCKOUT Press ENTER when you are happy with your selections In normal operating mode the display will later show beside the memory channel number if it has been included in any of the 5 scan lists SCANNING FUNCTION 5 second talkback delay 1 To start scanning of the memory channels press FUNC then SCAN and then the number 1 2 3 4 5 of the desired scan list The radio will scan through all the preset memory positions in the selected scan list see above paragraph for priority and selective scan features and will lock on to the first active channel in the scan sequence It will remain on the channel until it becomes inactive Scanning will resume again after five seconds of inactivity To exit the scan mode press the SCAN key This will cause the radio to revert back to the normal operating mode If while scanning you hear a call for you e Respond to the call within 5 seconds When scanning is interrupted by an incoming
12. ES LIMITED www til ca 2 13 PROGRAMMING CTCSS TONES DPL CODES CTCSS tones PL tones or Digital DPL codes can be assigned to each memory channel The guard receiver squelch will operate only on carrier detection but guard 1 and 2 transmit tones or codes can be programmed To program a tone code to a memory channel 1 Use the M UP and M DN keys to select the memory channel that you want to assign a CTCSS tone or DPL code 2 Press the FUNC key then the TONE key The display will show RX TONE and the current tone number as well as the tone frequency in Hz 3 Use the M UP and M DN keys to select the tone number you require The following is a list of the available CTCSS tones Number Tone Number Tone Number Tone 01 67 0 26 162 2 51 177 3 02 71 9 27 167 9 52 183 5 03 74 4 28 173 8 53 189 9 04 77 0 29 179 9 54 196 6 05 79 7 30 186 2 55 199 5 06 82 5 31 192 8 56 206 5 07 85 4 32 203 5 57 210 7 08 88 5 33 33 0 58 218 1 09 91 5 34 35 4 59 225 7 10 94 8 35 36 6 60 229 1 11 97 4 36 37 9 61 233 6 12 100 0 37 39 6 62 241 8 13 103 5 38 44 4 63 250 3 14 107 2 39 47 5 64 15 110 9 40 49 2 carrier squelch only 16 114 8 41 51 2 17 118 8 42 53 0 18 123 0 43 54 9 19 127 3 44 56 8 20 131 8 45 58 8 21 136 5 46 63 0 22 141 3 47 69 4 23 146 2 48 159 8 24 151 4 49 165 5 25 156 7 50 171 3 TABLE 2 1 Available CTCSS tones NOTE The tones marked w
13. FEMALE YELLOW BLUE STROBE TO PRINTER TO PORT OF TEM 405 PERSONAL COMPUTER 1N4004 TO POWER SUPPLY 28 VDC FIGURE 2 2 TFM 403 Transceiver PC Up Download Cable wiring diagram DOS program only TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 12 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca SECTION 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 1 GENERAL This section contains information and instructions for the correct installation of the TFM 403 UHF FM Transceiver Make certain that the correct frequencies are pre programmed in accordance with the equipment user s valid FCC operator s license prior to installation 3 2 EQUIPMENT PACKING LOG Unpack the equipment and check for any damage that may have occurred during transit Save the original shipping container for returns due to damage or warranty claims Check that each item on the packing slip has been shipped in the container Verify that the equipment display and backlighting configuration are the same as those ordered 3 3 TRANSCEIVER INSTALLATION The TFM 403 Transceiver is designed to be Dzus mounted and should be installed in conjunction with an IN 150 installation kit See FIGURE 3 1 for an outline drawing of the unit with dimensions to facilitate the installation 3 4 INSTALLATION KIT CONTENTS The IN 150 installation kit consists of 1 One 15 pin female Cannon D mating connector complete with crimp pins and hoods 2
14. NIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca SECTION 2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 1 OPERATING FEATURES The equipment has several important operating features which provide maximum flexibility performance and versatility These features include 1 120 memory positions which can each be programmed with a transmit and receive frequency with 25 or 12 5 kHz channel spacing Tx Rx CTCSS tones or DPL codes and a 9 character alphanumeric title 2 Two guard channels which can each be programmed with a Rx frequency with 25 20 or 12 5 kHz channel spacing CTCSS Tx tone or DPL code and a 9 character alphanumeric title 3 Scanning of preprogrammed memories with selective memory scanning 4 Priority scan of memory channel 1 if desired 5 Direct frequency entry mode 6 Receive frequency simplex function 7 Switchable output power between 1 watt and 8 10 watts 8 Lockout of keyboard to prevent inadvertent entries 9 Variable frequency mode to manually scan up and down in 2 5 kHz steps 10 LED display variable dimming mode 11 Selectable 90 second Tx time out feature 12 Quick download of any of the 120 memory positions to the guard memories 13 PC Memory Upload or download capability In addition to the above features the following list summarizes the NEW operating features and improvements incorporated in the Version H7 and H8 software 1 Configuration Menu Pressing ENTER RCL and FUNC together with all 3 switches up while t
15. NING AND CAUTION ANNUNCIATORS RED SHOULD BE USED TO ANNUNCIATE EMERGENCY CONDITIONS REQUIRING IMMEDIATE RESPONSE BY THE FLIGHT CREW UNITS WITH RED DISPLAYS SHOULD NOT BE LOCATED IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO WARNING AND CAUTION ANNUNCIATORS THE INSTALLATION OF UNITS WITH RED DISPLAYS MUST BE EVALUATED ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS TO ENSURE THAT THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE WARNING AND CAUTION ANNUNCIATORS IS NOT ADVERSELY AFFECTED Figure 3 2 Wiring connections for the TFM 403 Transceiver TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 3 5 3 8 3 9 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca INTERNAL ENABLE DISABLE JUMPER The programming and direct frequency entry modes can be disabled by removing the internal enable disable jumper Removal of this jumper will prevent operation on any frequencies other than those programmed in the 120 memory positions and two guard receiver memory positions The transceiver is always shipped with this jumper in the entry enable position To place the jumper in the disable position 1 Remove and retain the seven 7 No 4 40 screws securing the bottom cover of the transceiver to its chassis 2 Remove and retain the four 4 No 4 40 screws securing the guard receiver PCB module in the chassis tray Remove the guard receiver module from the chassis tray 3 Remove and retain the two 2 screws securing the fuse board Remove and retain the five 5 screws securing the chassis tray
16. RA 452 6 ALL SINGLE WIRE TO BE 422 AWG MINIMUM AND ALL SHIELDED WIRE TO BE 424 AWG MINIMUM UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED AAN NSTALLATON OF ANTENNA IAW 43 13 1 CHAPTER 2 SECTION 3 CHAPTERS 5 amp 6 AND AC 43 13 2A CHAPTER 3 IF POSSIBLE THE ANTENNA SHOULD BE LOCATED A MINIMUM OF 12 FT FROM AIRCRAFT NAVIGATION RECEIVER ANTENNAS AND MINIMUM OF 4 FEET FROM AIRCRAFT COMMUNICATIONS AND ELT ANTENNAS BE CAREFUL NOT TO CHOSE SEPARATIONS THAT CLOSELY APROXIMATE 1 4 OR 1 2 OR WHOLE NUMBER MULTIPLES OF THE NAVIGATION OR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM WAVELENGTH EQUIVALENT CIRCUIT BREAKER OR FUSE MAY BE USED N MEMORY UP DOWN PUSH BUTTONS ARE OPTIONAL AN TFM 403 IS AVAILABLE WITH 28V OR SV PANEL LIGHTING CHECK THE CONFIGURATION CONTROL LABEL FOR THE CORRECT VOLTAGE connect THE APPROPRIATE AIRCRAFT DIMMING BUSS connect THE AIRCRAFT AUDIO SYSTEM OR STAND ALONE HEADSET JACKS AAN NSTALLATON OF TRANSCEIVER IAW 43 13 1A CHAPTER 2 SECTION 3 AND AC 43 13 2A CHAPTER 2 PR 3 1 2 DZUS RAIL OR EQUIVALENT MAY BE USED 14 TEST THE SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POST INSTALLATION TEST PROCEDURE IN THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL 15 REFER TO THE AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL REPAIR MANUAL AND THE MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION PERTINENT TO THIS INSTALLATION 18 THE USE OF RED DISPLAYS SHOULD BE MINIMIZED OR AVOIDED SO AS NOT TO DETRACT FROM THE ATTENTION GETTING CHARACTERISTICS NEEDED IN WAR
17. a proper dummy load 3 Key the transmitter and input a 10 dBm 2 5 VRMS 1 kHz audio signal into the microphone input 4 Adjust the deviation limit potentiometer R11 on the main Rx Tx module see Figure 3 5 to produce a 4 2 kHz deviation with no CTCSS or DPL codes enabled 5 Verify that the deviation does not exceed 5 kHz on the following frequencies 403 000 MHz 484 000 MHz and 512 000 MHz Re adjust R11 as required if the deviation exceeds 5 kHz Program the above frequencies to narrowband mode 6 Adjust the deviation limit potentiometer R102 on the main Rx Tx module see Figure 3 5 to produce a 2 1 kHz deviation with no CTCSS or DPL codes enabled 7 Verify that the deviation does not exceed 2 5 kHz on the following frequencies 403 000 MHz 484 000 MHz and 512 000 MHz Re adjust R102 as required if the deviation exceeds 2 5 kHz 8 Place top cover on transceiver chassis and secure all eight 8 screws 3 14 GUARD RECEIVER AUDIO LIMIT FEATURE Upon special request 1 mW of guard receiver audio bleed with the guard volume control in the fully CCW OFF position can be provided This feature can be disconnected as follows 1 Remove and retain the seven 7 No 4 40 screws securing the bottom cover of the transceiver to its chassis 2 Look for a jumper located at the bottom of the front panel which is connected between the CCW position of the guard audio potentiometer R2 and ground Remove this jumper 3 Replace
18. aft is approved for IFR operations then it is mandatory that interference between the TFM 403 Airborne FM and the approach aids be checked in flight The GPS should be operational and navigating with at least the minimum compliment of satellites The VHF comm should be set to the frequencies indicated with the squelch open VOR DME receivers should be set to the frequencies indicated and selected for display If possible set up a DME ramp test set on the frequencies indicated and adjust the output until the flags are out of view The transponder and encoder should be monitored with ramp test equipment Set the output of the transponder test set to 3db above the output necessary to achieve 90 reply If possible set the ADF to a nearby navigation station Modulate the TFM 403 transmitter on the indicated frequencies for at least 20 seconds Observe the GPS for any degradation in satellite status or availability or flags Listen for any noise or detected audio signals on the VHF comm s Listen for any noise or detected audio signals on the VOR LOC receiver audio Look for any moment of flags or needles on the VOR LOC GS navigation display s Observe the transponder for any loss of reply or spurious reply List the power plant fuel and other electric instruments in the chart provided and note any anomalies that occur while transmitting Assess the results If the aircraft is equipped with an autopilot or a stability augmentation system then test fl
19. ailable CTCSS tones 2 7 3 1 15 Pin D COnM GtiONs ee dade dees eee 3 3 TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1 1 INTRODUCTION This publication provides operating and installation information on the TFM 403 with version H7 and above firmware Transceiver manufactured by Technisonic Industries Ltd The latest firmware is factory installed in TFM 403 s with s n JO200 and onwards The unit offers an extended frequency range with selectable channel spacing and is intended for use in the US or Canada only by government agencies or contractors thereto who have obtained licensing for operation in the 403 512 MHz portion of the band 1 2 DESCRIPTION The TFM 403 UHF FM Transceiver is a frequency agile fully synthesized airborne transceiver capable of operating in the 403 000 MHz to 512 000 MHz frequency range in 2 5 KHz increments with either 25 kHz or 12 5 kHz channel spacing The Transceiver can operate without restriction on any split frequency pair in the band and also incorporates a two channel synthesized guard receiver The TFM 403 Transceiver provides 120 operator accessible memory positions each of which is capable of storing a transmit frequency receive frequency in the TFM 403 S N J0200 and up only wideband 25 kHz or narrowband 12 5 kHz channel spacing ass
20. cil TFM 403 VHF AIRBORNE TRANSCEIVER S Ns JO200 and up Installation and Operating Instructions Til Document No 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 AUGUST 2002 Technisonic Industries Limited 240 Traders Boulevard Mississauga Ontario L4Z 1W7 Tel 905 890 2113 Fax 905 890 5338 www til ca Copyright by Technisonic Industries Limited All rights reserved IMPORTANT INFORMATION As of January 1 2013 the FCC will no longer allow transceivers to be delivered to the USA that are capable of wide band 25kHz channel spacing in the commercial 2 way mobile base sections of the VHF and UHF bands TDFM 403 transceivers delivered to the USA after this date will no longer support wide band operation on those bands REVISION HISTORY 95RE175 SECTION Edited REV PAGE DESCRIPTION DATE by Rev C CR 08261 File formatting may cause pages to be issue 2 Global sequenced by adding headers footers etc Correct JUL 2008 FM typing errors as found Issue updated as a result C Iss 3 Revision page column approved by now edited by Title page changed Added warranty page Jan 01 2013 FCC narrowband notice added JAN 2013 SM ESD CAUTION This unit contains static sensitive devices Wear a grounded wrist strap and or Au conductive gloves when handling printed circuit boards FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Cla
21. e 3 4 to produce a 3 0 dBm 1 0 VRMS 600 ohm audio output TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 3 7 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 3 12 MAIN AND GUARD SQUELCH ADJUSTMENT The squelch on both the main and guard receivers are factory set to open at approximately 0 5 micro volts This adjustment can be made or altered to suit local conditions as follows 1 Set the main receiver of the transceiver to 457 000 MHz Connect a signal generator to the antenna input of the transceiver Set the signal generator to produce a 3 kHz deviation with a 1 kHz tone on 457 000 MHz Increase the signal generator RF level from 0 1 uV until the squelch indicator LED is on Verify the receiver SINAD ratio is between 12 and 14 dB If not re adjust main receiver squelch potentiometer R3 through the access hole located on the bottom of the transceiver chassis see Figure 3 4 Repeat the above procedure to adjust the guard receiver squelch setting using guard receiver squelch adjustment potentiometer R4 see Figure 3 4 3 13 TRANSMITTER DEVIATION ADJUSTMENT 1 Remove and retain the eight 8 No 4 40 screws securing the top cover of the transceiver to its chassis You should now have access to the Main Rx Tx Module 2 Set the transceiver operating frequency to 457 000 MHz and connect an appropriate test receiver to the RF output connector Ensure that the output of the transceiver is terminated into
22. el spacing is in effect on this memory position In the receive mode the frequency is followed by an RT if a RX CTCSS tone or RX DPL code is programmed or an RX if no Receive tone code is programmed Similarly in the transmit mode either a TT or TX is shown after the frequency The bottom line indicates similar information about the guard receiver 5 Only TX CTCSS tones or TX DPL codes may be programmed for the guard receiver At the beginning of each line an LED indicates open squelch 6 Set the MN GD switch to main or guard transmit frequency 7 Set the G1 G2 switch to the desired guard channel 8 Set the HI LO switch to the desired RF output power 9 Select the desired memory by using the M UP and M DN buttons or the RCL button and a three digit number followed by ENTER 10 To transmit DTMF tones use the keyboard keys while holding the PTT button on the microphone The keyboard returns to its normal function when the PTT is released The display always shows the status of both receivers and the transmitter The light at the left of the top and bottom line indicates which receiver is receiving The display also indicates the memory channel in use and the guard channel in use A TX no TX tone codes programmed or TT either TX tone or code programmed on the right side of the display indicates whether the guard or main channel is active when transmitting The transmit frequency is also shown In the receive mode the displa
23. erefore it must be set up specifically for your TFM 403 Pull down the File menu and click Select Radio Click the TFM 30 138 138B 403 line The display will configure itself for the PIB 100 Click the dot beneath TFM 403 Pull down the Com Port menu and select the com port that you have connected the PIB 100 The software is now ready to use To get a full instruction manual pull down the Help menu and select Documentation in PDF format 2 14 5 Helpful Hints When uploading or downloading a message box will appear asking you to press FUNC and then 7 on the radio Press these keys before clicking the OK button in the message box TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 10 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 2 14 6 Dos Program Requirements 1 PC compatible computer with e 200 MHz or less e 486 or early Pentium 1 processor e Printer port LPT1 e CD drive If not copy the software on another computer to a floppy disk e Colour monitor is preferred as some of the text is colour coded Bench power supply of 28 volts DC PC Download cable P N 943165 4 see FIGURE 2 2 2 14 7 DOS Program Installation 1 2 3 Insert the CD into the drive Create a directory on your hard drive called TIL Copy everything from the PCDL42 directory on the CD to the TIL directory on the hard drive 2 14 8 Connections 1 2 3 Connect the PC download cable P N 943165 4
24. es to provide their customers with an approved installation supported by an effective Airworthiness Approval Technisonic has secured Supplemental Type Certificate STC Approvals both US and Canadian on its Airborne FM products for many helicopters currently being delivered in the US and Canada as well as a number of single engine fixed wing aircraft The above referenced DO 160C test data is also on file and available from Technisonic to support approval requirements in airframes for which Technisonic does not possess an STC Approved aircraft types are listed in the attachments to the formal STC documents These STCs are the exclusive property of Technisonic and require the written authority of Technisonic for their use To assist Factory Authorized Technisonic Dealers in the certification process we have placed copies of our Canadian and US STCs on our web site along with a letter of authorization for their use These documents may be downloaded and used as support for the technical submission to FAA or Transport Canada Only authorized factory dealers installers are permitted to download and make use of these documents on behalf of their customers end users in support of regulatory agency approval Please refer to the Technisonic web site www til ca for the latest issue of available STCs and letter of authorization for use TFM 403 SOFTWARE CHANGE NOTE This document covers operation of the Technisonic TFM 403 s n JO200 and onwards which have
25. ess ENTER G2 DPL appears on the display Repeat step 8 and press ENTER PC MEMORY PROGRAMMING UP DOWNLOAD CAPABILITY The Technisonic Data Programmer MultiTDP Windows based software is supplied on a CD with the TFM 403 transceiver or is available for download from our web site www til ca This software will allow anyone with a standard personal computer PC and the PIB 100 programming box to send or retrieve data from a connected TFM 403 transceiver for editing sorting and sharing with other Technisonic transceivers The Multi TDP programmers are 32 bit Windows applications that will work under Windows 95 98 Windows NT 4 0 and Windows 2000 Documentation for each of the respective Programmers is available from the pull down Help menu at the top of the programmer display To use the Windows based program with the TFM 403 the PIB 100 programming interface box P N 001108 1 must be purchased from Technisonic The CD supplied with the transceiver also contains a DOS based download program that can be used with the TFM 403 and no interface box However changes in operating systems and PC hardware that have occurred since the release of our DOS compatible software prevent it from working with most modern computers Computers with 486 processors or some early Pentium type processors of 200 MHz or less running MS DOS seem to work the best Please check the Programmer downloads link on our website www til ca for further information regardin
26. g Mode ssseeseem HH 2 11 SECTION INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3 1 General 3 1 3 2 Equipment Packing LOQ usus sssssssiswapussassssussasuqatapayashaspuyaqhuspupaqhaqpusqtasssuqqiwsasuusawaa 3 1 3 3 Transceiver Installation mene emen hene nnn nnn 3 1 3 4 Installation Kit Contents 0 nennen nennen nnn nnns 3 1 3 5 Antenna Installation Ga aUe 3 1 3 6 Installation Pin Locations and Connections sssssssnmm 3 1 3 7 Wiring 3 4 3 74 1 Main Power 28VDC Sees 3 4 3 4 3 7 3 PTT Ground Keying ua u usu renee nnn 3 4 3 7 4 Front Panel Back Lighting mI mme meme mene nnn 3 4 3 7 5 Audio Outputs 600 and 4 Ohms cece eee 3 4 3 7 6 Audio Output Ground 2 2 asser ue e RR waqa ADAE ER ERR X E RR apawan assay aqa ein 3 4 3 7 7 Signal Inp t icit ee usisusqassisiquyusssassssssqusqiuaqaqiapasqapsasaqayhasqasqsquwsqasusqayquss ta 3 4 TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca SECTION TITLE PAGE 3 7 8 Memory Up Memory Down III 3 4 9 9 Input oe t Ta RI Rua EM E
27. g PC programming information for users of single band transceivers like the TFM 403 The user instructions for the Windows based Multi TDP software and then the DOS based software follow below TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 9 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 2 14 1 Windows Programming Requirements 1 PC compatible computer running Windows 95 98 NT ME 2000 CD ROM drive and an available serial port Bench power supply of 28 volts DC PIB 100 Programming Interface Box P N 001108 1 use cables that are provided with the PIB 100 programming interface box Do not use cable P N 943165 4 which is shown in FIGURE 2 2 It is for use with the DOS program only 2 14 2 Windows Program Installation 1 2 3 4 Insert the CD into the drive Open the CD with windows explorer Open the Multi TDP directory and double click the MultiTDP_Install exe file Follow on the screen instructions 2 14 3 Connections 1 2 Follow the connection instructions supplied with the PIB 100 Do not turn on the 28 volt power supply until all connections have been made 2 14 4 Running the Windows Program 1 the computer click the Start menu button Select Programs from the Start menu Select Technisonic from the Programs menu Select Mlulti TDP The program will start The Multi TDP program is used for almost all Technisonic transceivers th
28. he 15 pin D connector on the transceiver Both pins should be connected 3 7 2 Main Ground Ground connections for the transceiver are made on pins 8 and 15 Both pins should be connected 3 7 3 PTT Ground Keying The PTT line is connected to pin 13 and should be floating when the transceiver is in receive mode and grounded during transmit mode 3 7 4 Front Panel Back Lighting Front panel back lighting connection should be made on pin 3 of the transceiver The opposite end of this lead should be connected to the panel lighting system of the aircraft Before connecting verify the required panel lighting voltage 28 VDC or 5 VAC on the transceiver configuration control label 3 7 5 Audio Outputs 600 Ohms and 4 Ohms The audio output from pin 9 can be used to drive a 4 ohm speaker up to 2 5 watts Audio output from pin 1 is 600 Ohms 0 5 watts maximum 3 7 6 Audio Output Ground Pin 10 is the ground for both the 4 and 600 Ohms audio output signals on pins 9 and 1 3 7 7 Signal Input The microphone input signal is to be provided on pin 6 utilizing shielded wire with the shield grounded to pin 10 3 7 8 Memory Up Memory Down Remote scrolling through the 120 memory positions can be achieved by providing a ground to pins 4 up and 5 down through a momentary contact cyclic switch 3 7 9 Data Input Data communications equipment requiring direct access to the modulator and discriminator can be connected via pins 2 and 11 Data cannot be t
29. ifier for each channel Data is easily entered into the preset memory positions for both main and guard channels via the front panel keyboard or can be downloaded from a PC using MS DOS based software provided with each transceiver All stored information is available for instant recall by keypad command or by pressing the M UP or M Down buttons on the keypad which allows the operator to scroll through the 120 preset channels Compare These Features Technisonic FM transceivers feature a synthesized programmable two channel guard receiver a DTMF encoder for signaling during transmit display of CTCSS tone frequency as well as EIA identifier and or display of a DPL DCS code and a scan priority scan function that can scan any or all of the channels stored in preset memory Additional operator selectable capabilities include a 90 second transmitter time out a keyboard lock out feature and a direct repeat function for simplex talkaround car to car operation The TFM 403 Dzus panel mounted transceiver is completely self contained in a 8 0 x 3 0 x 5 75 inch chassis weighing just 3 1 pounds Front panel controls are MAIN for main channel volume GUARD for guard channel volume SQUELCH for squelch test a MN GD switch provides for main or guard transmitter selection a G1 G2 switch selects guard 1 or guard 2 receive and transmit and a HI LO switch allows for control of transmitter power output HI power is 10 Watts LO power is 1 Watt The TFM 403 is a
30. ignment transmit frequency CTCSS tone or DPL code receive frequency CTCSS tone or DPL code and an alphanumeric identifier for each channel Operating frequency and other related data are presented on a 48 character two line LED matrix display Data entry and function control are performed via a 12 button keypad Preset channels may also be scrolled and scanned through keypad function activation Data may also be entered via an MS DOS based computer with the provided software and optional PC download cable P N 943165 3 1 3 PURPOSE OF EQUIPMENT The TFM 403 VHF FM Transceiver is designed to provide secondary airborne communications to facilitate operations which are typically performed in a low altitude environment The transmitter section of this unit has a minimum of 8 watts and does not exceed 10 watts output power which may be reduced by a front panel switch to 1 watt in order to reduce interference to land based systems 1 4 MODEL VARIATION There are four variations of the Model TFM 403 Transceiver All units offer identical features and performance except for the following differences TFM 403 P N 941059 1 GREEN display and 28 Volt back lighting TFM 403 P N 941059 1 5V GREEN display and 5 Volt back lighting TFM 403 P N 941059 2 RED display and 28 Volt back ligting TFM 403 P N 941059 2 5V RED display and 5 Volt back lighting Both P N s 941059 1 and 941059 2 are always provided with 28 Volt back lighting unless a specific request i
31. ious reply or loss of reply to test set FREQUENCIES GPS 1 GPS 2 TFM 403 FAIL 515 MHz NOTES TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 A 2 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca C Modulate the TFM 403 transmitter on the following frequencies for at least 20 seconds Listen for any noise or detected audio signals on the VHF comm FREQUENCIES RESULTS DME 1 978 118 0 1020 112 1 FREQUENCIES RESULTS DME 2 978 118 0 1020 112 1 NOTES TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 A 3 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca NOTE For the following tests select a frequency at the top middle and bottom of the range of the TFM 403 Frequency 1 Frequency 2 Frequency 3 D At a safe altitude engage the autopilot or stability augmentation system Modulate the TFM 403 transmitter on the above frequencies for at least 20 seconds Observe any effect on the autopilot or stability augmentation system Observations E Perform a coupled ILS approach to the aircraft s certified limits Modulate the TFM 403 transmitter on the above frequencies for at least 20 seconds Observe any effect on the autopilot Repeat for each different system such as ILS 2 GPS FMS ETC Observations TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 A 4 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED
32. ith are non standard tones 4 Press ENTER TX TONE appears on the display Repeat step 3 5 Press ENTER G1 appears on the display Repeat step 3 6 Press ENTER G2 appears the display Repeat step 3 and press ENTER TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 8 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 7 The display will now show RX DPL and the current 3 digit DPL code If no DPL code is required OOO should be entered Please note that if a DPL code is to be programmed a CTCSS tone should not be enabled 8 Use the keypad to enter the required octal 3 digit DPL Digital Coded Squelch or DCS code A list of all usable and unique octal 3 digit DPL DCS codes is as follows 017 051 116 156 243 266 346 431 466 612 721 023 053 122 162 244 271 351 432 503 624 731 025 054 125 165 245 274 356 445 506 627 732 026 065 131 172 246 306 364 446 516 631 734 031 071 132 174 251 311 365 4523 5233 632 743 032 072 134 205 252 315 371 454 526 654 754 036 073 143 212 255 325 411 455 532 662 043 074 145 223 261 331 412 462 546 664 047 114 152 225 263 332 413 464 565 703 050 115 155 226 265 343 423 465 606 712 TABLE 2 2 Usable and unique octal 3 digit DPL DCS NOTE indicates GE Digital Coded Squelch DCS Code 9 Press ENTER TX DPL appears on the display Repeat step 8 10 Press ENTER G1 DPL appears on the display Repeat step 8 11 Pr
33. nd connect an appropriate test receiver to the RF output connector Ensure that the output of the transceiver is terminated into a proper dummy load 2 Key the transmitter and input a 10 dBm 0 25 VRMS 1 kHz audio signal into the microphone input 3 Adjust the microphone level potentiometer R8 on MCU module through the access hole located on the right side of the chassis see Figure 3 4 to produce a 3 5 KHz deviation 4 Verify that the deviation is at least 3 KHz on the following frequencies 403 000 MHz 484 000 MHz and 512 000 MHz TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 3 6 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca Microprocessor Control Unit PCB Module HIGH POWER LEVEL LOW POWER LEVEL Re3 O O ve R39 8 C 2d ya aC 1 8 N GUARD ENTRY ENABLE ENTRY ENABLE REMOVE TO DISABLE FIGURE 3 3 Internal Enable Disable Jumper and Transmit High Low Power Adjust Locations 3 11 TRANSMITTER SIDETONE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT 1 Set the transceiver operating frequency to 457 000 MHz and connect an appropriate test receiver to the RF output connector Ensure that the output of the transceiver is terminated into a proper dummy load 2 Key the transmitter and input a 10 dBm 0 25 VRMS 1 kHz audio signal into the microphone input 3 Adjust the sidetone level potentiometer R37 on MCU module through the access hole located on the left side of the chassis see Figur
34. nd of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of Technisonic This Warranty shall not be transferable or assignable to any other persons firms or corporations For warranty registration please complete the on line Warranty Registration Form found at www til ca MODEL TFM 403 Airborne UHF FM Transceiver Technisonic 2 3 LOCK ENTER 5 6 0 SCAN UP RCL 8 E PR0G DN FUNC Technisonic UHF FM Airborne Transceiver The Technisonic TFM 403 UHF FM transceiver utilizes state of the art frequency synthesis techniques to provide FM communications on every currently available channel within the Public Safety Forestry Government Agency and General Service UHF FM Band The TFM 403 covers from 403 0000 MHz to 512 0000 MHz in 2 5 KHz steps Data entry and function control are a front panel 12 button keypad Operating frequency and other related data are presented on a 48 character two line LED matrix display which is available in either red or green Technisonic FM transceivers can be operated in the Direct Entry simplex mode by simply keying in the desired operating frequency or can function without restriction on any split frequency pair within the band There are 120 memory positions accessible each of which can store a receive frequency a transmit frequency a separate CTCSS and or a DPL DCS Digitally Coded Squelch tone for each receive and transmit frequency and a 9 character alpha numeric ident
35. ode easier or quicker to use These include a When entering frequencies you do not have to type in the entire frequency to the last digit Now you can type in what you need and hit ENTER This is also true for the direct entry mode b If you change the receive frequency the transmit frequency will change to the same thing This makes entering a simplex channel quicker c When entering the alphanumerics you can now backspace with the 1 key to correct mistakes d You do not have to go through the entire programming sequence anymore At any time you can press the FUNC key and it will save all changes that have been made and return to normal operating mode This is also true for the tone programming mode and the direct entry mode TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 2 MAIN SQUELCH INDICATOR LIGHTS WHEN SIGNAL RECEIVED ON MAIN RECIVER INDICATES THAT THIS MEMORY CHANNEL WILL BE CHECKED DURING SCANNING GUARD SQUELCH INDICATOR LIGHTS WHEN SIGNAL RECEIVED ON GUARD RECEIVER VOLUME CONTROL FOR MAIN RECEIVER ALSO INCORPORATES MAIN POWER SWITCH TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca INDICATES WHICH MEMORY ALPHANUMERIC MESSAGE DESCRIBING DISPLAYS RECEIVE FREQUENCY DURING CHANNEL IS SELECTED THE CURRENT FREQUENCY RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT FREQUENCY DURING TRANSMIT INDICATES NARROW BAND FM INDICATES RECEIVE OR TRANSMIT AND TONE OR NO TONE Technisoni Industries Ltd iL
36. otorola Corporation TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 1 2 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 1 5 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS continued Specification Characteristic MAIN RECEIVER Sensitivity at 12 dB SINAD Better than 0 35 uV Adjacent Channel Selectivity 65 dB 25 kHz Spurious Attenuation 90 dB Third Order Intermodulation 65 dB Image Attenuation 70 dB FM Acceptance 6 kHz Hum and Noise Better than 35 dB Audio Distortion less than 5 Antenna Conducted Emission less than 70 dBm GUARD RECEIVER All specifications identical to main receiver TRANSMITTER RF Power Output 1 Watt or 10 Watts Output Impedance 500 Maximum Deviation b kHz 25 kHz mode In narrowband mode 2 5 kHz 12 5 kHz mode Spurious Attenuation 90 dB below carrier level Frequency Stability 0 0005 96 Microphone Circuit Carbon or equivalent Sidetone Output 0 5W max into 600 Q Harmonic Attenuation 65 dB below carrier level FM Hum And Noise 40 dB Audio Input 50 mV at 2 5 kHz into 200 input circuit for 3 5 kHz deviation adjust Audio Distortion Less than 596 Specifications are nominal and may be subject to change without notice TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 1 3 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca This page left intentionally blank TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 1 4 TECHNISO
37. own PC Download Input Mic Signal Input Main Power 28VDC Main Ground 4 Ohm Speaker Output 10 4 Ohm 600 Ohm Output Ground 11 Data Input 12 PC Download Input 13 PTT Ground Keying 14 Main Power 28VDC 15 Main Ground TABLE 3 1 Wire connections for the 15 Pin Male D Connector 3 7 WIRING INSTRUCTIONS 15 PIN D CONNECTOR Figure 3 2 shows all required connections and recommended wire sizes for the TFM 403 Transceiver If problems with the correct operation of the UHF FM Transmit function of a TFM 403 are encountered on a specific airframe a DC power line filter may be required Typical problems encountered are that UHF FM will not transmit on high power or will not open a repeater when using a CTCSS transmit tone Investigation has determined that once the ripple on the airframes DC 28V power line becomes excessive the UHF transmit If the airframes generators are turned off and the UHF FM transmit function works correctly from 28 Vdc battery power the ripple on the DC power line is excessive The use of DC power line filter PLF 250 P N 021214 1 is recommended function and tones will distort and is available from Technisonic TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions 3 3 TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 3 7 1 Main Power 28 VDC The main power 28VDC 15 is connected to pins 7 and 14 of t
38. ransmitted in CANADA unless equipment is approved for use with the TFM 403 by the communications regulatory authority TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 3 4 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca TFM 403 FM TRANSCEIVER A 28 VOC BUS 28 VDC POWER 7 1 28 VbC POWER 14 14 zw 2 20 AWG MEMORY UP 4 4 A MEMORY DOWN 5 OPTIONAL POWER B LINE FILTER PANEL LIGHTING 3 3 A 600 CHM AUDIO CUT 1 1 MIC IN 6 6 tf SIGNAL GROUND 10 10 PTT IN 13 13 POWER GROUND 8 8 POWER GROUND 15 15 E MS 20 AWG EXISTING FILTER PIGTAIL AND CONNECTORS RG 142 U OR EQUIVALENT ov PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION SPEC MATERIAL 1 1 TFM 403 VHF FM COMMUNICATIONS TRANSCEIVER TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED 1 2 d 275 ANTENNA COMANT 1 3 7274 11 3 CIRCUIT BREAKER 3 AMPS KUXON 1 4 PLF 250 OPTIONAL POWER LINE FILTER TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED NOTES ALL WIRE IAW MIL W 22759 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED 2 ALL CABLE IAW MIL C 27500 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED 3 COAXIAL CABLE IAW MIL C 17 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED DO NOT USE COAX WITH PVC INSULATION 4 FABRICATION amp INSTALLATION OF WIRING HARNESS IAW AC 43 13 1A CHAPTER 11 SECTION 3 PARA 445 TO 462 AND SECTION 7 5 GROUNDING AND BONDING IAW AC 43 13 1A CHAPTER 11 SECTION 3 PA
39. s made for 5 Volt AC operation TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 1 1 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 1 5 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS Specification GENERAL Model Designation Frequency Range Tuning Increments Operating Mode Channel Spacing Physical Dimensions including heatsink Weight Mounting Operating Temperature Range Power Requirement Voltage Current Frequency Selection Guard Receiver CTCSS squelch encoder digital squelch encoder DTMF encoder Audio Outputs Speaker Output Back Lighting Display Colour Characteristic TFM 403 s n J200 and up 403 000 to 512 000 MHz 2 5 kHz F3E simplex or semi duplex 25 or 12 5 KHz Approx L 8 0 x W 5 75 x H 3 0 Approx 3 1 Lbs 1 4 Kg Panel Mount via Dzus fasteners 45 Cto 70 C 28 0 VDC 15 Receive 0 7 A Max 1 Watt Transmit 1 3 A Max 8 10 Watt Transmit 2 0 A Max 120 memories programmed with a Tx Frequency Rx Frequency b Tx Rx CTCSS tone DPL code c 9 character alphanumeric title 2 channels programmed with a Tx Frequency Rx Frequency b Tx CTCSS tone DPL code c 9 character alphanumeric title All CTCSS tones available All standard DPL codes All standard DTMF tones 0 5 Watts into 600 Q 2 5 Watts min into 4Q 28 Volts standard or 5 Volts specify Green standard or Red specify is a trademark of M
40. split pair repeater semi duplex mode to the receive frequency to allow direct communications For example if you are transmitting on 452 000 MHz and receiving 452 555 MHz press FUNC then UP to transmit on 452 555 MHz To return to the split pair condition you must recall the memory channel again This is quickly done by pressing M UP for one step up then back down one step with the M DN key KEYBOARD LOCKOUT FUNCTION The keyboard can be locked out so that accidental pressing of keys does not change frequency etc unknowingly to the operator To lock the keyboard press FUNC then LOCK This will disable all keyboard functions except keyboard unlock in the receive mode The DTMF function during transmit will not be affected To unlock the keyboard press and hold the LOCK key for two seconds until the display indicates UNLOCK VARIABLE FREQUENCY MODE FUNCTION To enter variable frequency mode press RCL 0 0 0 then ENTER The memory channel that you were just in will still be valid but now you can manually adjust the frequency with the M UP M DN UP and DN keys The UP and DN keys will make the frequency count up or down in steps of 2 5 kHz The M UP and M DN keys will make the frequency count up or down in steps of 1 MHz You can not change the label The frequency in this mode can not be stored in memory To exit this mode recall one of the 120 memory channels e g RCL 0 0 1 Variable frequency mode is disabled when the internal
41. ss A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his her own expense WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Technisonic Industries could void the user s authority to operate the equipment WARRANTY INFORMATION The Model TFM 403 UHF FM Transceiver is under warranty for one year from date of purchase Failed units caused by defective parts or workmanship should be returned to Technisonic Industries Limited 240 Traders Boulevard Mississauga Ontario L4Z 1W7 Tel 905 890 2113 Fax 905 890 5338 Summary of DO 160C Environmental Testing Summary of DO 160C Environmental Testing for Technisonic Model TFM 403 UHF FM Transceiver Temperature and Altitude Equipment tested to categories B2 and D1 Vibration Equipment is tested without shock mounts to categories B M and N INSTALLATION APPROVAL NOTE Presently no TSO standard exists for airborne FM transceivers To make it easier for installation agenci
42. the bottom cover of the transceiver and secure with the seven 7 screws removed in step 1 TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 3 8 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca MIC a SIDE TONE v MAIN SQUELCH GUARD SQUELCH FIGURE 3 4 Microphone and Sidetone Level Main and Guard Squelch Adjustment Access Holes TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 3 9 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca Main Receiver Transmitter PCB Module R23 C22 C32 c44 C35 LAYOUT 949506P MX1 TP2 TECHNISONIC S 36 INDUSTRIES gb L32 LIMITED g ASSY 943167 c d L33 FIGURE 3 5 Deviation Adjustment Potentiometer Location TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 3 10 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca APPENDIX TO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS POST INSTALLATION EMI TEST PURPOSE The purpose of this test is to identify any interference that the TFM 403 may cause with existing aircraft systems TEST CONDITIONS The TFM 403 should be installed and function tested The antenna VSWR should be checked A forward reverse power check with an in line wattmeter should show no more than 10 reflected power METHODOLOGY Most of the EMI tests can be accomplished on the ground In some cases flight testing is required or is easier If the aircr
43. the last character is entered the radio returns to normal operating mode If the guard is be programmed for 12 5 kHz narrowband operation use the OUICK GUARD FEATURE described in paragraph 2 12 memory position must be programmed to the 12 5 kHz mode then the contents can be quickly downloaded to GD1 or GD2 memory positions Programming of memory is disabled when the internal entry disable jumper is set Alternatively any transceiver can be programmed by an IBM PC or compatible computer NOTE See section 2 14 PC Memory Programming Up Download Capability TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 5 2 4 2 5 2 6 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca PRIORITY SCANNING SELECTIVE MEMORY CHANNEL SCANNING AND SCAN LISTS Instead of breaking up the 120 channels into blocks for scanning the TFM 403 with H7 and above software has 5 scan lists Any of the 120 channels can be assigned to any one of more of these 5 scan lists This means the channels do not have to be repeated for them to be in more than one block and that you are not limited to the number of channels that you can scan at once since all 120 channels can be put into any scan list The priority memory channel is always memory position number 1 The priority memory channel is scanned every other step e g 121314151 to ensure that no incoming messages are missed The priority channel can be locked out which
44. tion instructions Equipment falling under the following is not covered by warranty equipment that has been repaired or altered in any way as to affect performance e equipment that has been subject to improper installation e equipment that has been used for purposes other than intended e equipment that has been involved in any accident fire flood immersion or subject to any other abuse Expressly excluded from this warranty are changes or charges relating to the removal and re installation of equipment from the aircraft Technisonic will repair or replace at Technisonic s discretion any defective transceiver or part thereof found to be faulty during the Warranty Period Faulty equipment must be returned to Technisonic or its authorized Warranty Depot with transportation charges prepaid Repaired or replacement equipment will be returned to the customer with collect freight charges If the failure of a transceiver occurs within the first 30 days of service Technisonic will return the repaired or replacement equipment prepaid Technisonic reserves the right to make changes in design or additions to improvements in its products without obligation to install such additions and improvements in equipment previously manufactured This Warranty is in lieu of any and all other warranties express or implied including any warranty of merchantability or fitness a
45. u have an older 486 or early Pentium PC running DOS to program the radio See PC download instructions for more details 4 Fast Scan Scanning speed has increased The delay between channels is now dependent upon the amount of frequency change from the last channel to the next instead of always assuming the worst case 403 to 512 MHz Four more scan lists have been incorporated so that the pilot does not have to reprogram scanning when flying into a new area or job site 5 Quick Scan Lock A memory channel can quickly be put in or taken out of the scan list by pressing FUNC and then ENTER The scan indicator is toggled on and off The new condition is saved in the EEPROM 6 New Characters A couple of graphics and unknown shapes and designs that used to be at the end of the character list 7 Rx CTCSS While programming the receive CTCSS tone the receiver is Updating updated immediately This can help you find out what tone is being used on a repeater or other radios by simply scrolling through the tones until the squelch opens 8 Guard Jumper Programming of the guard channels can be totally disabled by removing J15 This way the radio has to be disassembled in order to re program either of the guard frequencies 9 Variable Frequency t is now possible to scroll to the frequency of 512 0000 mode MHz as long as the digits after the decimal are zeros 10 Easier Programming Several changes have been made to the programming m
46. urning the radio on will put it into configuration mode The programming features affected are a DPL Can be turned on or off with the MUP and MDN 4 and 7 keys This only removes the DPL entry step from the programming sequence and does not stop memories that already have DPL codes from working This also applies to the rest of the on off configurable items b Scan Can be disabled Selecting FUNC and SCAN will do nothing if Scan is off The scan list indicator will still display if it was previously programmed c Rx CTCSS Can be turned on or off from the programming sequence This affects only the CTCSS tones for receive d FUNC 7 Can be turned on or off When off the main memory channel can not be dumped into one of the guard channels using function 7 e LAST MEM If set to on the last memory channel on the display will be what comes up when the radio is turned on If set to off the last memory that changes were made to will be what comes up when the unit is switched on TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 1 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 2 1 NEW FEATURES Software continued 2 Fast Download PC download is now much faster 3 PC Up Download It is recommended to purchase the PIB 100 programming box complete with Windows based programming software However as an alternative it is possible to use the older DOS software supplied with the radio if yo
47. utput impedance Maximum deviation Spurious attenuation Frequency stability Microphone circuit Sidetone output Harmonic attenuation FM Hum and Noise Audio input Audio distortion Note Specifications are subject to change without notice DPL is a trade mark of Motorola Corporation Technisonic Industries Ltd 240 Traders Blvd Mississauga Ontario L4Z 1W7 Canada Ph 905 890 2113 Fax 905 890 5338 www til ca 403 000 MHz to 512 000 MHz 2 5 KHz F3E simplex or semi duplex 20 KHz or 25 KHz as per applicable DOC and FCC specifications Approx 8 0 x 3 0 x 5 75 inches 3 1 Lbs 1 4 Kg 45 deg C to 70 deg C 50 000 ft 28 VDC Receive 700 mA 1 Watt transmit 1 3 amps 10 Watts transmit 2 0 Amps FCC and DOC approved B2 D1 XXX B M N XXXXXXZBBXXXZXXX 2 channel synthesized all available CTCSS tones all available codes 000 to 777 500 mw into 600 ohms 2 5 Watts RMS into 4 ohms 28 VDC or 5 VAC specify when ordering Green standard or Red specify Better than 0 35 microvolts at 12 dB SINAD 65 dB 25 KHz 90 dB 65 dB 70 dB 6 KHz better than 40 dB Less than 5 less than 70 dBm 1 Watt or 10 Watts front panel selectable 50 ohms Limited to 5 KHz 90 dB below carrier 0 0005 Carbon or equivalent 500 mW max into 600 ohms 65 dB below carrier level 40 dB 50 mV at 2 5 KHz into 200 ohms for 3 5 KHz deviation adjustable Less than 596
48. vailable with either 5 volt AC or 28 volt DC back lighting controlled by the aircraft dimmer bus Display brightness is controlled from the front panel keypad The small size and weight of the TFM 403 makes it ideally suited to helicopter installations Technisonic FM transceivers are compliant with RTCA DO 160C categories relating to Vibration Overpressure Humidity Temperature and Altitude Magnetic Effect Power Input Voltage Spike Decompression and RF emissions including Section 21 Category Z Technisonic has been granted a Supplemental Type Certificate STC covering installation of the TFM 403 in most helicopter types as well as most Cessna single engine fixed wing aircraft Contact Technisonic Customer for further information 403 General Specifications Frequency range Tuning increments Operating mode Channel spacing Physical dimensions Weight Temperature range Altitude certification Power requirement Certification RTCA DO 160C Environmental category compliance Guard receiver CTCSS squelch encoder decoder DPL DCS squelch encoder decoder Audio output Speaker output Back lighting Display color Minimum Performance Specifications Main receiver Sensitivity Adjacent channel Spurious attenuation Third order intermod Image attenuation FM acceptance Hum and noise Audio distortion Antenna conducted emissions Guard receiver All specifications as per main receiver Transmitter Power output O
49. www til ca List the power plant fuel and other electric instruments in the chart provided and note any anomalies that occur while transmitting Assess the results STEP SYSTEM PASS FAIL NOTES 1 Com 1 amp 2 2 VOR LOC 1 amp 2 3 Glideslope 1 amp 2 4 ADF 1 amp 2 5 VG 6 Compass 7 Directional Gyro 8 Oil Pressure 9 Fuel Pressure 10 Oil Temp 11 Amps 12 Bus Voltage 13 Fuel 14 Ng 15 TOT 16 Torque 17 Annunciators 18 Digital Clock TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 A 5 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca STEP SYSTEM PASS FAIL NOTES STEP SYSTEM PASS FAIL NOTES NOTES TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions A 6 TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 Technisonic Industries Limited 240 Traders Blvd Mississauga ON Canada L4Z 1W7 Tel 905 890 2113 Fax 905 890 5338 IMPORTANT WARRANTY All communication equipment manufactured by Technisonic Industries Limited is warranted to be free of defects in Material or Workmanship under normal use for a period of one year from Date of Purchase by the end user Warranty will only apply to equipment installed by a factory approved and or authorized facility in accordance with Technisonic published installa
50. y the aircraft and verify that operation of the TFM 403 transceiver does not have adverse effects on these systems After checking for gross effects at a safe altitude fly an approach with each of the different navigation systems coupled to the autopilot ILS GPS ETC and look for any anomalies RESULTS If the installed system passes all of the applicable EMI tests then no further action is required If interference is observed then the interference must be assessed against the appropriate standards of airworthiness for the system in question For example it is permissible for a VFR certified GPS to lose navigation capability while the TFM 403 unit is transmitting providing that it recovers properly and promptly but it is not permissible for an IFR Approach certified GPS to be affected in the same way A complete discussion of all the standards of airworthiness to be applied in assessing effects is beyond the scope of this document TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 A 1 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca PROCEDURE A Operate the TFM 403 transmitter on the following frequencies for at least 20 seconds Observe the GPS for any degradation in satellite status or availability or flags FREQUENCIES GPS 1 GPS 2 TFM 403 FAIL 512 MHz NOTES B Operate the TFM 403 transmitter on the following frequency for at least 20 seconds Observe the Transponder for any spur
51. y shows RX beside the receive frequency if no RX tone or DPL code is programmed and RT if a CTCSS tone or DPL code is programmed When the transceiver is in either of the operating frequency or CTCSS tone DPL code programming modes and you must respond to a call click the microphone PTT once the radio will not transmit during this click This will cause the transceiver to revert back to the normal operating mode and communications with the caller can proceed in the usual fashion TFM 403 Installation amp Operating Instructions TiL 95RE175 Rev C Issue 3 2 4 TECHNISONIC INDUSTRIES LIMITED www til ca 2 3 PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS To program one of the 120 memory channels in the TFM 403 s n JO200 and up 1 Press the FUNC key The display will show the function prompt 2 Press the PROG key The display will show the current receive frequency with a flashing cursor on the first digit The first digit is always 4 or lt 5 gt 3 Type in the desired receive frequency If you type in a frequency which is not a 2 5 kHz step the nearest valid frequency will be automatically selected 4 The cursor will return to the first digit You can now retype the frequency if you made an error or press ENTER to continue 5 The transmit frequency will be displayed with the cursor on the second digit Follow the same method as in step 3 and 4 6 The channel spacing increment of either 25 or 12 5 kHz is now displayed Use the M UP and

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