Detlef keinath cabin is separated by a curtain and features opposing 80 three 3 place manual fully elt artex c406 asc 477 nz 2010 fms 6. Its compact, portable design makes it convenient to keep on hand so you can easily test any elt, any time. By use of an optional programming adapter,the elt can also be programmed with the aircrafts 24bit address for fleet operators as well as other custom programming. The artex me406 series is designed specifically for the private pilot and with a weight of two pounds, it is the smallest, lightest and least expensive 406 mhz electronic local transmitter elt on the market transmitting on 121. The stc defines the product design change, states how the modification affects the existing type design, and lists serial number effectivity. The 406 mhz transmitter produces a much more accurate. Kannad 406 pr600 elt programming trainer martec serpelesm has developed a new programming equipment, pr600, intended to program all it range of elts and programming dongles. The elt software version is displayed on the elt product label. Artex ets emergency locator test set 406 mhz 8701 be absolutely certain that your electronic locator transmitter elt is working as it should be. Artex elt 345 software bug zenith aircraft builders and. I received it 3 weeks later elt battery only, no new mounthardware and swapped them out after registering the new unit and transferring ownership of the old back to artex. Mez unit using palm os, is designed to program any artex 406 mhz emergency locator transmitter elt, as well as decode and display the encoded 406 mhz message.
It is capable of programming the desired protocol, nav data baud rate, and required information as outlined by cospassarsat through the applicable programming cable included. Artex elt 406 mhz emergency locator transmitter acr. G proprietary information this document discloses subject matter in which artex aircraft supplies, inc. Description, operation, installation and maintenance manual me406 elt 5701600 rev. The artex programmertester has all the aforementioned functionality of the tester and it can also quickly and easily program the full line of artex elts it is capable of programming the desired protocol, nav data baud rate, and required information as outlined by cospassarsat through the applicable programming cable included. Be sure to use the artex user name whenever performing a hotsync. The fpr300 field programmer reader is designed to be both a re programming and signal verification tool for all acr 406 mhz epirbs and plbs. Artex tps 8715 will program, test, and decode artex 406 mhz emergency locator transmitter elt models. The artex tps 8715 will program, test, and decode artex 406 mhz emergency locator transmitter elt models. They immediately sent me the forms elt programming info and rma authorization via email to fill out for a nocost replacement. A supplemental type certificate stc is a document issued by the federal aviation administration approving a product aircraft, engine, or propeller modification.
Unless the ac is equipped with a programming dongle, complete two programming data sheet forms to replace an elt on board an ac one for the removed elt, the second for the installed elt. The artex tps 8715 is a rugged, compact, and portable system that decodes the transmission of 406 mhz cospassarsat transmissions. The new artex elt 345 is built to the industrys most stringent quality management standards to ensure the elt works the first time, every time. The updated graphical user interface works on current microsoft windows operating systems, and the interface unit connects easily via a usb connection. Elts emergency locator transmitter can be purchased on our site. The tps 8715 provides a simple method to verify and save the artex elts id after installation, reprogramming or if the beacon needs to be reregistered after an aircraft ownership change. Page 1 emergency locator transmitter 4536603 me406 emergency locator transmitter 4536604 me406hm page 1 of 72 256230 mar 192015 5701600 rev. Icao calc n number c number octal addr hex addr no strapping tdr9494d cas66a mst67 rcz8xx tt5000 collins satcom honeywell satcom artex nav interface hd710 convert a us aircraft registration n number or canadian registration cf, cg, ci numbers to the corresponding icao address and strapping for various mode s transponders, satcom. Information presented in this manual is accurate at time of printing, but is subject to change.
The artex 8701 tester is the only system you need to test and verify all artex elts. E, 4532000 handheld programmer operations manual artex programming software the following subsections describe the functionality and operation of the artex programming software. In this case, complete sn and csn in paragraph elt or dongle information elt replacement. Page 1 manual for 406 mhz elt programming part number 5702225 revision g artex aircraft supplies, inc. It is the worlds only elt equipped with a 406 mhz backup antenna, which enables the elt to transmit the 406 mhz distress. Artex elt 345 software bug zenith aircraft builders and flyers. This manual describes the operation, installation and maintenance of the artex model me406p emergency locator transmitter elt. The artex 8701 ets elt test set is a heavy duty, waterproof, handheld device that will read the transmitted code from a 406 mhz cospassarsat elt.
Quickly and easily program the full line of artex general aviation elts with the desired protocol, nav data baud rate, and required information with the. Acr artex tps 8715 406 mhz test and programmer set at. Smart connector for easy programming and fleet management. When used as a reader, the programmer can be connected directly to the elt or monitored over the air using the whip antenna, if allowed by local andor national regulations. Emergency locator transmitter artex elt with software version v3m, v4b or v5c. The complete system of an automatic fix af or automatic portable ap includes the following. Kannad integra emergency locator transmitter elt youtube. Emergency locator transmitter elt service request form. In general, an elt programmed with 24 bit address long message protocol will have a 999 extension on the part number. The artex elt is a valuepriced upgrade for standard 121. A convenient online training component facilitates programming of elts. You may get a few extra months, and the replacement date is printed on the beacon.
This system only programs artex general aviation elts including the me406, elt 345 and elt. V initial issue jun 302005 artex products acr electronics, inc. Pdf artex mh406 5701600 revj manual free download pdf. The artex programmer tester has all the aforementioned functionality of the tester and it can also quickly and easily program the full line of artex elts. Please contact your local authority for elt measurement requirements for annual inspections. After submitting your form we will program the elt to your specifications and ship your order. Artex manufacturing, 36419 us highway 71, po box 88, redwood falls, mn 56283 a division of farmers union industries llc toll free 8886442893 phone 5076442893 fax 5076447000. Neither receipt nor possession thereof confers or transfers any right to reproduce or. Apparently, there is a software bug in some batches of the elt 345 which causes this.
Kannad 406 elt mounting bracket remote control panel connectors antenna. When exchanging an elt for maintenance, the reprogramming of the new elt is not necessary. Take to the skies with self confidence that you are using the right safety products. The artex 8700 programmer tester is a rugged, compact, and portable system that allows for programming andor verification and testing of all artex elts. The artex tps 8715 programs, tests, and decodes artex 406 mhz emergency locator transmitter elt models me406, elt and elt 345. Kannad 406 pr600 elt programming trainer aircraft spruce. Triple honeywell fmz2010 flight management system with nz6.
Jan 23, 2018 the kannad plbs require a battery change after 5 years. The artex dgl1 programming dongle allows the operator to easily program aircraft 24bit address into a compatible elt. The dongle is simply connected between the elt connector and the aircraft wiring. In all instances where existing andor previous artex documentation makes reference to a 45301 test set, sarsat beacon test set, or 453 elt test set, the artex handheld programmer pn 4532000 may.
The artex tps 8715 allows for verification, testing and programming of the artex general aviation line of elts. Acr electronics elt test and programmer set featured. Jul 27, 2017 the artex tps 8715 will program, test, and decode artex 406 mhz emergency locator transmitter elt models. The artex c406n is a single output elt that incorporates latitudelongitude information from the aircraft navigation system. The elt test set beacon reader module, installed in an aceeca meazura mez unit, is designed to decode and display the encoded message from a 406 mhz cospassarsat emergency locator transmitter.
Handheld programmer operation manual 5702000 revision c. Its a small box memorising the registration of an aircraft. Jun 09, 2014 the artex elt is a valuepriced upgrade to standard 121. Acr electronics elt test and programmer set featured in.
Indomega teknologi solutions connects its partners to more customers and more solutions with new partnerships, innovative services and business support across the technology supply chain. Naturally ive requested assistance from artex, and the avionics shop where i purchased the unit, but so far no response from either. The kannad designs and manufactures a wide range of elts installed on board helicopters, commercial airliners, business jets, regional aircrafts, military fleets, general aviation, light aircrafts or ultra light aircrafts. The kannad universal mounting tray fits pretty well all legacy 121. Ease of use portability support of additional programming protocols retention of programming information rechargeable long life battery. Elt set auto portable, with ameri king corporation ak451afap ak451afap document no. Artex 4559181 406mhz elt programmer test set avionteq. With high quality voice and advanced an audio compression technology.
We have 1 artex aircraft supplies me406 elt manual available for free pdf download. Artex elt programming form elt measurement requirements for annual inspections. Description, operation, installation and maintenance manual the artex me406, a single output elt, utilizes the same rf output and activation, automatic by 4. Program ga line of elt the tps 8715 can quickly and easily program the full line of artex general aviation elts with the desired protocol, nav data baud rate and required information as outlined by cospassarsat through the programming cable included. The information is provided to ensure initial and continued airworthiness. The handheld programmer performs the functions of the artex 453 elt test set, with the added capability of programming elts. The artex 8701 tester is a rugged, compact, and portable system that allows for testingverification of all artex elts. The artex 4559181 is designed to program any artex 406 mhz emergency locator transmitter elt and decode and display encoded 406 mhz message. The kit includes a programmer with rechargeable battery and antenna, ga programming cable, quick start guide with access codes to online training and software installation, holster and sd card. Acr electronics fpr30 406 field programmerreadersoftware. The elt is an automatic fixed emergency locator transmitter with a single antenna output for emergency transmission on both 406 mhz and 121 mhz frequencies. The artex tps 8715 will program, test, and decode artex 406 mhz emergency locator transmitter elt models, including the me406, elt and elt 345. The artex elt must be programmed with a 24 bit address long message protocol. Overview the artex software is a custom package designed to simplify reading and programming data to and from artex elts.
Custom software cd interface box interconnect cables operating instructions factory or customer programming to all approved protocols. Subsequent field programming may have changed the protocol. All artex provided software is loaded to the meazura using this user name. The primary differences between the previous artex programming software 5100406 with level shifter 5000232 and the artex software used on the handheld programmer are as follows. This information is provided to ensure initial and continued airworthiness. Output configurations that write gga, gll or rmc sentences at 4800 baud as specified in nmea 0183 will be suitable. It is the worlds only elt equipped with a 406 mhz backup antenna, which enables the elt. The a30628241 handheld programmer figure 1 has the following features and capabilities. The artex elt test set ets beacon reader module, installed in an aceeca meazura mez unit using palm os, is designed to decode and display the encoded 406 mhz message. Artex elt 345 emergency locator transmitter aircraft spruce.