Universal CVR 30 IM 23-70-03 - Rev - 1

CVR-30B and CVR-120
Solid-State
COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER
Installation Manual
1996, 1997, 1998 UNIVERSAL AVIONICS SYSTEMS CORPORATION

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Table of Contents
Record of Revisions........................................................................................................ 1
Record of Temporary Revisions..................................................................................... 1
List of Effective Pages.................................................................................................... 1
Table of Contents............................................................................................................ 1
Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
1. Makeup and Use of This Manual .............................................................................................. 1
A. Application...................................................................................................................................................... 1
B. Organization.................................................................................................................................................... 1
2. Abbreviations and Terminology ............................................................................................... 1

3. History....................................................................................................................................... 1
Description and Operation ............................................................................................. 1

1. Description ................................................................................................................................ 1
A. General............................................................................................................................................................ 1
B. Standard Features............................................................................................................................................ 3
C. Error Detection ............................................................................................................................................... 3
D. Recorder Unit.................................................................................................................................................. 3
E. Control Unit .................................................................................................................................................... 4
F.
Remote Mic Amplifier.................................................................................................................................... 5
G. Annunciator / Switch Kit ................................................................................................................................ 5

H. Area Microphone ............................................................................................................................................ 5
FAA Approval ............................................................................................................ 101

1. General .................................................................................................................................. 101
2. Software Criticality ............................................................................................................... 101
3. Environmental Qualification Forms...................................................................................... 101
Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR-30B & CVR-120)............................................................................................. 102
Control Unit, Remote Mic Amp......................................................................................................................... 104
Microphone ........................................................................................................................................................ 106
4. Airplane Flight Manual Supplement..................................................................................... 108

5. CVR Operating Instructions.................................................................................................. 108
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Equipment Specifications ........................................................................................... 201

1. Equipment Identification....................................................................................................... 201
A. CVR-30B and CVR-120 ............................................................................................................................. 201
B. Control Unit ................................................................................................................................................ 201
C. Remote Mic Amp........................................................................................................................................ 201
D. Area Microphone ........................................................................................................................................ 201
2. Equipment Specification Tables ........................................................................................... 202

A. Recorder Unit (P/N 1603-02-30 or 1603-02-12)......................................................................................... 202
B. Control Unit (Slimline) (P/N 1634-01 or 1634-02) .................................................................................... 203
C. Control Unit (ARINC) (P/N 1632-01 or 1632-02)...................................................................................... 204
D. Control Unit (ARINC) (P/N 1633-01 or 1633-02)...................................................................................... 205
E. Remote Mic Amplifier (P/N 1635-02 or 1637-02) ..................................................................................... 205
3. Installation Kits ..................................................................................................................... 206

A. CVR Installation Kit - CVR and Slimline Control Unit or Slimline Remote Mic Amplifier (P/N 1338)... 206
B. CVR Installation Kit - CVR and ARINC Control Unit or ARINC Remote Mic Amplifier (P/N 1383)..... 206
C. Remote Switch and Jack Installation Kit (P/N 1341) ........................................................................... ...... 207
4. Drawings ............................................................................................................................... 208

A. CVR-30B/120 (P/N 1603-02-XX) .............................................................................................................. 208
B
Rack (P/N L404A-50-S-1/DPXB-0) ........................................................................................................... 209
C. Rack Footprint ............................................................................................................................................ 210

D. Control Unit, Slimline (P/N 1634-0X)........................................................................................................ 211
E. Control Unit, ARINC (P/N 1632-0X)......................................................................................................... 212
F.
Control Unit, ARINC w/Mic (P/N 1633-0X) ............................................................................................. 213
G. Remote Mic Amplifier, ARINC (P/N 1637-02) ......................................................................................... 214

H. Remote Mic Amplifier, Slimline (P/N 1635-02) ........................................................................................ 215
I.
Remote Switch and Jack Kit (P/N 1341) .................................................................................................... 216
J.
Annunciator Switch Detail.......................................................................................................................... 217
K. Area Microphone (P/N 16301) ................................................................................................................... 218
Installation and Wiring ............................................................................................... 301

1. General .................................................................................................................................. 301
2. Audio System Interface......................................................................................................... 302
3. Recorder Location................................................................................................................. 302
4. Area Microphone Installation Criteria .................................................................................. 303
5. Cessation of Recording ......................................................................................................... 303
A. g-Switch Installation ................................................................................................................................... 303
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6. Installation in Rotorcraft ....................................................................................................... 304
7. Wiring Diagrams................................................................................................................... 305
A. CVR/ARINC Control Unit (P/N 1632-0X)/Aircraft Wiring....................................................................... 305
B. CVR/ARINC Control Unit (P/N 1633-0X)/Aircraft Wiring....................................................................... 307
C. CVR/Slimline Control Unit (P/N 1634-0X)/Aircraft Wiring...................................................................... 309
D. CVR/Remote Mic Amplifier, ARINC (P/N 1637-02)/Aircraft Wiring ...................................................... 311
E. CVR/Remote Mic Amplifier, Slimline (P/N 1635-02)/Aircraft Wiring ..................................................... 313
8. Pin Out Charts ....................................................................................................................... 315

A. CVR Pin Out............................................................................................................................................... 315
B. Control Unit, ARINC P/N 1633-0X Pin Out .............................................................................................. 316
C. Control Unit, ARINC P/N 1632-0X Pin Out .............................................................................................. 317
D. Control Unit, Slimline P/N 1634-0X Pin Out ............................................................................................. 318
E. Remote Mic Amplifier, ARINC P/N 1637-02 Pin Out............................................................................... 319
F.
Remote Mic Amplifier, Slimline P/N 1635-02 Pin Out.............................................................................. 320
Maintenance, Checkout and Troubleshooting ........................................................... 401

1. Maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 401
A. Periodic Inspections/Overhaul .................................................................................................................... 401
B. Underwater Locator Beacon Servicing/Maintenance ................................................................................. 401
2. Post-Installation Checkout Procedure ................................................................................... 402

3. Preflight Ground Checkout Procedure .................................................................................. 404
A. Checkout Procedures .................................................................................................................................. 405
4. Flight Checkout Procedure.................................................................................................... 408

A. Prior To Engine Start .................................................................................................................................. 408
B. Engine Start ................................................................................................................................................... 408
C. Take-Off ..................................................................................................................................................... 409
D. Landing ....................................................................................................................................................... 409
E. Postflight..................................................................................................................................................... 410
5. Test Set (P/N 1623-01).......................................................................................................... 411

A. Test Set Features......................................................................................................................................... 412
B. Test Set Panel Layout ................................................................................................................................. 415
C. ANSI Terminal Interface............................................................................................................................... 416
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Introduction
1.
Makeup and Use of This Manual
A.
Application
This Installation Manual for the CVR-30B and CVR-120 is applicable to the components noted below;
Component
Part Number
Remarks
CVR-30B
1603-02-03
30 minutes recording
CVR-120
1603-02-12
120 minutes recording
Control Unit
1634-0X
Slimline, non-ARINC
Control Unit
1632-0X
ARINC
Control Unit
1633-0X
ARINC w/ microphone
Microphone
16301-0X
Remote Microphone
Remote Amplifier
1637-02
ARINC remote mounting, used in lieu of control unit
Remote Amplifier
1635-02
Slimline, non-ARINC, remote mounting, used in lieu of control

unit
Annunciator/Switch
Kit
1341
Used with Remote Amplifier
Installation Kit
1338
For non-ARINC control unit or Remote Amplifier
Installation Kit
1383
For ARINC control unit or Remote Amplifier
Test Set
B.
1623-01
Organization
This Installation Manual provides the information about:
2.
(1)
Description and operation of the components of the cockpit voice recorder system.
(2)
FAA Approval including Environmental Qualification Forms.
(3)
Equipment Specifications to support selection of compatible peripherals and planning for the installation
of CVR Components.
(4)
Detailed installation and wiring requirements.
(5)
Maintenance, Checkout, and Troubleshooting of the CVR System.
Abbreviations and Terminology

This manual contains no abbreviations or terms that have varying interpretations throughout the industry.
Throughout this manual you will see part numbers containing Xs. These Xs define variables which, in specific
portions of text, do not matter. Refer to the Equipment Specifications Section for full part number definition.
3.
History
This is the first revision of this Installation Manual, Report No. 23-70-03.
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Description and Operation

1.
Description
A.
General
The information contained within this Installation manual describes the administrative and technical aspects,
features, functions, components and operation of Universal Avionics Systems Corporations CVR-30B and
CVR-120 Solid State Cockpit Voice Recorders. Any and all comments or recommendations regarding the
installation, acceptance or operation of the CVR or its accessories and components should be directed to the
Product Support department at Universal Avionics Systems Corporation.
All references and descriptions in this manual refer to both the CVR-30B and CVR-120 unless otherwise noted.
The CVR-30B and CVR-120 Systems have been designed to meet or exceed those requirements specified within
this Installation Manual and is approved under Federal Aviation Administration Technical Standard Order
(TSO) C123a and EUROCAE ED-56A (refer to FAA Approval Section). Three versions of the CVR Control
Units are available. There are two ARINC size Control Units with ARINC 557 connectors, one with and one
without a microphone.
The CVR-30B stores up to thirty minutes of cockpit audio and the CVR-120 stores up to one hundred twenty
minutes. The four channels of audio input consist of an area microphone, pilot, copilot and an extra source. The
area microphone is fed into two separate audio channels, the first is for high quality audio lasting 30 minutes and
the second is lower quality lasting for 120 minutes. All four audio inputs are fed into six CODEC channels, four
of which record directly for 30 minutes, the fifth is a combination (mix) of the four channels for a recording
duration of 120 minutes, and the area mic channel also recorded for 120 minutes. The CVR-30B has four 30minute recording channels only.
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In addition to storing cockpit audio, the CVR is also capable of storing other data such as;
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) from an ARINC 429 bus
GMT from a Frequency Shift Keying (FSK) signaling source
Rotor speed for helicopter applications
CVR internal BITE status
This data is synchronized with the audio during recording and playback.
The digital approach to a CVR is made possible by two key new technologies: 1) Adaptive Differential Pulse
Code Modulation (ADPCM) Digital Signal Processing (DSP) hardware and 2) flash memory. The ADPCM
processor is a hardware engine that compresses and expands digital audio data. A compression of 4:1 is used in
the CVR and provides sufficient audio performance to meet existing and proposed MOPS (Minimum Operating
Performance Standards). Flash memory is a type of Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory
(EEPROM) which is characterized by fast write timing, high bit density, a high number of erase/write cycles,
and data retention at high temperature with no backup power required.
The reliability of flash (EEPROM) memory is inherently very high, the memory cell structure of EEPROMs and
PROMs are similar, with the added ability to electrically erase the EEPROMs. The normal operating
procedures for writing and erasing EEPROMs is also inherently reliable and redundant. To write to a location in
the flash device, three operations are performed, 1) the old data is erased, 2) the data is written, and 3) the data is
verified.
The operation of the CVR is controlled by a microprocessor operating at 24 MHz. The microprocessor is
closely coupled to a 68 M-byte flash memory array and performs the memory programming functions. When
the CVR is in the record mode, the compressed ADPCM data is read from a hardware interface and stored in the
flash memory using special programming algorithms. The process is reversed for the play mode. All other
control functions such as self test and bulk erase are performed by the microprocessor.
CVR HARDWARE BLOCK DIAGRAM
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The CVR-30B and CVR-120 are line replaceable units (LRU) and are ARINC 757/557 compatible. An
underwater locator beacon (ULB) is mounted on the front. Three models of panel-mounted control units are
offered, plus a remote preamp option.
B.
Standard Features
TSO-C123a (ED-56A)
Solid-State Flash Memory Array
Input Recording
5 external source inputs
7 recorded channels (6 voice plus rotor speed)
Records GMT
Maintenance on Condition Only (excluding ULB)
No Overhaul Required
30,000 hrs. MTBF
Diagnostics and Maintenance Alert through Cockpit Control Panel

Three Year Warranty
Weighs: 30B = 13.0 lbs. & 120 = 13.0 lbs.
Complete Onboard Aircraft Testing with Portable Test Set
Direct replacement for ARINC 557 Analog Tape Units
ARINC 757 compatible
C.
Error Detection
CVR errors are detected at three possible times; during power up, during self test and during normal operation.
Detected errors are reported via the CVR control unit FAIL Light. Errors are classified as either non-significant
(some audio is recorded) or significant (high probability that no audio is recorded).
During power up, significant failures only will be reported by steady illumination of the red FAIL light on the
CVR control unit. This FAIL Light can be cleared by pressing the SELF TEST button on the control unit if
there is no longer an error. A self test should be performed following the report of a significant error to confirm
that the error is in fact significant.
During the on demand self test, an inspection of a memory array verify error count is performed, if the error
count is greater than the allowed tolerance, a flash (or steady) code will be displayed on the red FAIL Light on
the CVR control unit.
D.
Recorder Unit
The Recorder Unit contains the Recorder Assembly and associated electronics. The enclosure is International
Orange to meet requirements of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). An Underwater Locator
Beacon (ULB) is attached as required by regulations. The Recorder Unit mounts in an ARINC 404A 1/2 ATR
short rack (Kit 1338 or 1383).
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E.
Control Unit
The Control Unit (P/N 1632-0X, 1633-0X or 1634-0X) contains an amplifier for the Area Microphone, ERASE
Push Button, TEST Push Button, PASS and FAIL Annunciators, SIGNAL LEVEL Indicator and a
HEADPHONE Jack. The panel mounted Control Unit mounts with standard DZUS fasteners. The Control
Unit is available in either black or gray and will operate with either 5 VDC or 28 VDC lighting. Control Unit
P/N 1633-0X has a built in microphone.
SLIMLINE CONTROL UNIT, P/N 1634-0X
UNIVERSAL
ERASE
SIGNALLEVEL
HEADPHONE
PASS
FAIL
TEST
ARINC CONTROL UNIT, P/N 1632-0X
ARINC CONTROL UNIT, P/N 1633-0X
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F.
Remote Mic Amplifier

The Remote Mic Amplifier (P/N 1635-02 or 1637-02) and the Annunciator/Switch Kit (P/N 1341) are used in
lieu of the Control Unit when there is not enough space in the cockpit for the panel mounted Control Unit.
Refer to Annunciator/Switch Kit below.
G.
Annunciator/Switch Kit
The Annunciator/Switch Kit (P/N 1341) provides a CVR TEST/PASS/FAIL Annunciator/Switch, a CVR
ERASE Annunciator/Switch, Headphone Jack, a plate and a decal. This Kit is used in conjunction with the
Remote Mic Amplifier described above.
CVR
CVR TEST
PASS FAIL
CVR
ERASE
HEADSET
ANNUNCIATOR/SWITCH KIT
H.
Area Microphone
The CVR utilizes a miniature, cardiod type, directional pattern, remotely mounted Area Microphone (P/N
16301-01 or 16301-02). The P/N 1633-0X Control Unit contains its own internal microphone and, in most cases
eliminates the need for a remotely mounted area microphone.
AREA MICROPHONE
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FAA Approval
1.
General
Approval of the CVR-30B and CVR-120 Recorder System is not authorized by this Installation Manual.
Acceptance for the installation and use of the CVR and its associated components must be sought through the
appropriate offices of the Federal Aviation Administration or other certifying agency. Approvals may be
accomplished on a Field Approval basis if the installation is determined to meet the criteria of the appropriate
Post-Installation, Ground Checkout and Flight Checkout Procedures specified for evaluation within this
Installation Manual. It is recommended that all proposed installations be coordinated with the local jurisdiction
of the Federal Aviation Administration or other certifying agency prior to performing the installation.
2.
Software Criticality
The software embedded in the CVR-30B and CVR-120 is categorized as DO-178B Level D. Level D software
is defined by DO-178B as software whose anomalous behavior, as shown by the system safety assessment
process, would cause or contribute to a failure of system function resulting in a minor failure condition for the
aircraft. There are no flight regime dependent functions which will change the criticality category and software
level.
3.
Environmental Qualification Forms

The environmental categories under which the CVR-30B, CVR-120 and all other related components of the
CVR system are defined on the following Environmental Qualification Forms.
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UNIVERSAL AVIONICS SYSTEMS CORPORATION
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM
PROCEDURE TSO C123 AND RTCA DO-160C
NOMENCLATURE:
PART NO.:
COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER (CVR-30B & CVR-120)
1603-02-0X
TSO NUMBER:
C123a & ED-56A
MANUFACTURERS SPECIFICATION AND/OR OTHER APPLICABLE SPECIFICATION:
Contained in
CVR-30B/CVR-120 Cockpit Voice Recorder Installation Manual Report Number 23-70-03

MANUFACTURER: Universal Avionics Systems Corporation
3260 E. Lerdo Road
Tucson, AZ. 85706-5021
CONDITIONS
DO-160C
SECTION#
PARAGRAPH#
4.0
EQUIPMENT TESTED TO CATEGORY C2E1
4.5.1
4.5.2, 4.5.3
-55C OPERATING, -55C SURVIVAL

+70C OPERATING, +85C SURVIVAL
4.6.1
4.6.2
70,000 FT
70,000 FT
4.6.3
-15,000 FT
TEMPERATURE VARIATION
HUMIDITY
SHOCK
5.0
6.0
7.0
OPERATIONAL
CRASH SAFETY
VIBRATION
7.2
7.3
8.0
EXPLOSION
WATERPROOFNESS
FLUIDS SUSCEPTIBILITY
SAND AND DUST
FUNGUS
9.0
10.0
11.0
12.0
13.0
EQUIPMENT TESTED TO CATEGORY B

EQUIPMENT TESTED TO CATEGORY A
EQUIPMENT TESTED PER DO-160C, PARA
7.2.1
6.0 g
15.0 g
EQUIPMENT TESTED WITHOUT SHOCK
MOUNTS TO CATEGORIES B, M & N
EQUIP. CAT "E2"
EQUIP. IDENTIFIED AS "W"
EQUIP. IDENTIFIED AS "X" NO TEST REQ'D
TEMPERATURE AND
ALTITUDE
LOW
TEMPERATURE
HIGH
TEMPERATURE
ALTITUDE
DECOMPRESSION
OVERPRESSURE
DESCRIPTION OF CONDUCTED TESTS
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UASC ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM (cont.)
NOMENCLATURE:
PART NO.:
COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER (CVR-30B & CVR-120)
1603-02-0X
CONDITIONS
SALT SPRAY
MAGNETIC EFFECT
POWER INPUT
VOLTAGE SPIKE
CONDUCTED
AUDIO FREQUENCY
SUSCEPTIBILITY
INDUCED SIGNAL
SUSCEPTIBILITY
RADIO FREQUENCY
SUSCEPTIBILITY
RADIO FREQUENCY
EMISSION
LIGHTNING INDUCED
TRANS SUS
LIGHTNING DIRECT
EFFECTS
ICING
CRASH SURVIVABILITY
DO-160C
SECTION#
PARAGRAPH#
14.0
15.0
16.0
17.0
EQUIP. IDENTIFIED AS "X" NO TEST REQD

EQUIPMENT IDENTIFIED AS CLASS "Z"
EQUIPMENT TESTED TO CATEGORY "Z"
EQUIPMENT TESTED TO CATEGORY "A"
18.0
19.0
20.0
EQUIPMENT TESTED TO CATEGORY "T"
21.0
22.0
EQUIPMENT TESTED TO CATEGORY A3E3
23.0
24.0

ACCORDING TO TSO C-123 & ED-55, 7.1
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NOMENCLATURE:
PART NO.:
CONTROL UNIT, REMOTE MIC AMP
1632-0X, 1633-0X, 1635-XX, 1637-XX________
TSO NUMBER:
C123a & ED-56A
Contained in

3260 E. Lerdo Road
Tucson, AZ. 85706-5021
CONDITIONS
DO-160C
SECTION#
PARAGRAPH#
TEMPERATURE AND
ALTITUDE
4.0
CONTROL UNIT & REMOTE MIC AMPLIFIER

TESTED TO CATEGORY A2
MICROPHONE TESTED TO CATEGORY A2
LOW TEMPERATURE
HIGH TEMPERATURE
ALTITUDE
*2
DECOMPRESSION *2
OVERPRESSURE
*2
4.5.1
4.5.2, 4.5.3
4.6.1
4.6.2
4.6.3

70,000 FT
70,000 FT
-15,000 FT
5.3
HUMIDITY
6.0

50C, 95%, 48 HOURS
7.0
EQUIPMENT TESTED PER DO-160C
7.2
7.3
6.0 g
15.0 g
VIBRATION
8.0

EXPLOSION
9.0 of (DO-160C) EQUIP. CAT "X" INTRINSICALLY SAFE
WATERPROOFNESS
10.0
11.0
SAND AND DUST
12.0
*2
SHOCK
OPERATIONAL
CRASH SAFETY
See Temporary Change 23.70.03-3
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NOMENCLATURE:
PART NO.:
CONTROL UNIT, REMOTE MIC AMP
1632-0X, 1633-0X, 1635-XX, 1637-XX
________
CONDITIONS
DO-160C
SECTION#
PARAGRAPH#
FUNGUS
13.0
SALT SPRAY
14.0
MAGNETIC EFFECT
15.0
POWER INPUT
16.0
VOLTAGE SPIKE
CONDUCTED
17.0
EQUIPMENT TESTED TO CATEGORY "A"
AUDIO FREQUENCY
CONDUCTED
SUSCEPTIBILITY
18.0
INDUCED SIGNAL
SUSCEPTIBILITY
19.0
RADIO FREQUENCY
SUSCEPTIBILITY
20.0
EQUIP. IDENTIFIED AS "X"

(MEETS DO-160B CATEGORY Z)
RADIO FREQUENCY
EMISSION
21.0
LIGHTNING INDUCED
TRANS SUS
22.0
EQUIPMENT TESTED TO CATEGORY "K"
LIGHTNING DIRECT
EFFECTS
23.0
ICING
24.0
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NOMENCLATURE:
PART NO.:
MICROPHONE
16301-0X
TSO NUMBER:
C123a & ED-56A
Contained in

3260 E. Lerdo Road
Tucson, AZ. 85706-5021
CONDITIONS
DO160C
SECTION#
PARAGRAPH#
TEMPERATURE AND
ALTITUDE
4.0
CONTROL UNIT & REMOTE MIC AMPLIFIER

TESTED TO CATEGORY A2
MICROPHONE TESTED TO CATEGORY A2
LOW TEMPERATURE
HIGH TEMPERATURE
ALTITUDE
*2
DECOMPRESSION *2
OVERPRESSURE
*2
4.5.1
4.5.2, 4.5.3
4.6.1
4.6.2
4.6.3

70,000 FT
70,000 FT
-15,000 FT
5.3
HUMIDITY
6.0

50C, 95%, 48 HOURS
7.0
EQUIPMENT TESTED PER DO-160C
7.2
7.3
6.0 g
15.0 g
VIBRATION
8.0

EXPLOSION
9.0 of (DO-160C) EQUIP. CAT "X" INTRINSICALLY SAFE
WATERPROOFNESS
10.0
11.0
SAND AND DUST
12.0
*2
SHOCK
OPERATIONAL
CRASH SAFETY
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NOMENCLATURE:
PART NO.:
MICROPHONE
16301-0X________
CONDITIONS
DO160C
SECTION#
PARAGRAPH#
FUNGUS
13.0
SALT SPRAY
14.0
MAGNETIC EFFECT
15.0
POWER INPUT
16.0
VOLTAGE SPIKE
CONDUCTED
17.0
AUDIO FREQUENCY
CONDUCTED
SUSCEPTIBILITY
18.0
INDUCED SIGNAL
SUSCEPTIBILITY
19.0
RADIO FREQUENCY
SUSCEPTIBILITY
20.0
RADIO FREQUENCY
EMISSION
21.0
LIGHTNING INDUCED
TRANS SUS
22.0
EQUIPMENT TESTED TO CATEGORY "K"
LIGHTNING DIRECT
EFFECTS
23.0
ICING
24.0
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4.
Airplane Flight Manual Supplement

Supplementing the Airplane Flight Manual with CVR Operating instructions can be accomplished several
different ways.
One method of preparing an AFMS is to include all operational instructions in one supplement.
Another method is to merely have a supplement referring to Universals Operational Instructions. These
Operational instructions as well as the supplement would both go into the Supplements Section of the Airplane
Flight Manual.
Some local certifying agencies differ on the method of supplementing, so it would be a good idea to check with
them first.
5.
CVR Operating Instructions

The following CVR operating instructions are provided for insertion into the Supplements Section of the
Airplane Flight Manual if so desired. Permission is hereby granted to reproduce these instructions.
These instructions are also available from Universal Avionics Systems Corporation upon request. Ask for
Operating Instructions, Report No. 23-70-03.01
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Equipment Specifications
1.
Equipment Identification
A.
CVR-30B and CVR-120
B.
Control Unit
C.
Remote Mic Amplifier - ARINC
D.
Remote Mic Amplifier - Slimline
E.
Area Microphone
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2.
Equipment Specification Tables
A.
Recorder Unit (P/N 1603-02-30 or 1603-02-12)

Characteristic
Specification
Height
6.78
Width
4.875
Length
12.56
Weight
13.0 lbs.
Power Input
28 VDC or 115 VAC
Power Consumption
Approx 14W nominal @ 27.5 VDC

Approx 18W nominal @ 115 VAC
Inputs
3 crew microphones
1 area microphone
Rotor speed
GMT (ARINC 429 or FSK)
OMS (Onboard Maintenance System)
Data Link (future)
Medium
Solid State Flash Memory array
Erase
Fail Safe; double electrical interlock
Recorded Audio Frequency Response
Crew microphones 150 to 3500 Hz

Area microphone 150 to 6000 Hz
Analog Rotor Speed Input
10 to 15,000 Hz rotor tach frequency

200 K Ohms Impedance
.2 volts min., 100 volts max.
Headphone Output (Monitor)
600 Ohms, 10 mw
Audio Input Impedance
5000 Ohms, each channel
Recorded SNR
48 dB (Area microphone)
45 dB (minimum)
Harmonic Distortion
10% max THD and noise at 0 dB input

6% max THD and noise at -20 dB input
6.3% max THD for area microphone
Audio Outputs (6 channels)
775 mV RMS into 600 Ohms (with 330 VRMS input)
Underwater Locator Beacon Battery Life
6 years (Dukane Model DK120, replaceable battery)
Mounting
Solid Rack Mount (shock mounting is not required in aircraft

or helicopters)
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B.
Control Unit (Slimline) (P/N 1634-01 or 1634-02)
Characteristic
Specification
Height
1.50
Width
5.75
Depth
3.88
Weight
.75 lbs.
Power Input
+15 VDC (from Recorder Unit)
Lighting
210 mA @ 5 VDC (from aircraft bus lighting)
Jack: HEADPHONE output
600 Ohms
Area Mic Input
20 K Ohms impedance audio input

3 mV audio input level
30 dB audio gain control
Area Mic Output
150 Ohms impedance audio input

500 mV rms (max) output level
150 to 10,000 Hz frequency response; frequency selectable
1000 Hz; 18 dB/octave rolloff
6, 12, 24 dB step attenuation strapping
Switches
TEST and ERASE
Indicators
SIGNAL LEVEL, PASS, FAIL
Mounting
Dzus Panel Mount
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C.
Control Unit (ARINC) (P/N 1632-01 or 1632-02)
Characteristic
Specification
Height
2.25
Width
5.75
Depth
3.625
Weight
0.9 lbs.
Power Input
Lighting
210 mA @ 5 VDC (from aircraft bus lighting)
600 Ohms
Area Mic Input

Area Mic Output

500 mV output level
150 to 10,000 Hz frequency response; frequency selectable
Switches
TEST and ERASE
Indicators
Mounting
Dzus Panel Mount
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D.
Control Unit (ARINC) (P/N 1633-01 or 1633-02)

Characteristic
Height
Width
Depth
Weight
Power Input
Lighting
Area Mic Input
Area Mic Output
Switches
Indicators
Mounting
E.
Specification
2.25
5.75
3.625
0.9 lbs.
210 mA @ 5 VDC, 77 mA @ 28 VDC
(from aircraft bus lighting)
600 Ohms
500 mV output level
150 to 10,000 Hz frequency response filter is cutoff
frequency selectable 1000 Hz; 18 dB/octave rolloff
TEST and ERASE
Dzus Panel Mount
Remote Mic Amplifier (P/N 1635-02 or 1637-02)

Characteristic
Height
Width
Depth
Weight
Power Input
Area Mic Input
Area Mic Output
Switches, Indicators and headphone

Mounting
Specification
1.50 (1635-02) or 2.50 (1637-02)
6.25 (1635-02) or 5.75 (1637-02)
3.63 (1635-02) or 2.91 (1637-02)
0.75 lbs. (1635-02) or .80 (1637-02)
500 mV output level
150 to 10,000 Hz frequency response filter is cutoff
frequency selectable 1000 Hz; 18 dB/octave rolloff
Annunciator/Switch Kit P/N 1341 provides the necessary
switches, indicators and headphone jack.
Remote
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3.
Installation Kits
A.
CVR Installation Kit - CVR and Slimline Control Unit or Slimline Remote Mic
Amplifier (P/N 1338)
Kit No 1338 is used to install the CVR when either the Slimline Control Unit P/N 1634-0X or the Slimline
Remote Mic Amplifier P/N 1635-02 is used. If the Slimline Remote Mic Amplifier is used then the CVR
Remote Switch and Jack Kit No 1341 should also be used.
Kit No. 1338 Consists of:

QTY
B.
P/N
NAME
L404A-50-S-1/DPXB-0
1/2 ATR Short Rack
DPXBMA-57-33S-00
Rack Connector
205561-2
Controller/Remote Amp Connector
206478-4
Connector Backshell
91067-2
Insertion/Extraction Tool
CVR Installation Kit - CVR and ARINC Control Unit or ARINC Remote Mic Amplifier
(P/N 1383)
Kit No 1383 is used to install the CVR when either the ARINC Control Unit P/Ns 1632-XX or 1633-XX, or the
ARINC Remote Mic Amplifier P/N 1637-02 is used. If the ARINC Remote Mic Amplifier is used then the
CVR Remote Switch and Jack Kit No 1341 should also be used.

QTY
P/N
NAME
L404A-50-S-1/DPXB-0
1/2 ATR Short Rack
DPXBNA-57M-33S-00
Rack Connector
MS3126F20-41S
Controller/Remote Mic Amp Connector
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C.
Remote Switch and Jack Installation Kit (P/N 1341)

Kit No 1341 provides the necessary switches, annunciators and headphone jacks which are need when a Remote
Mic Amplifier, P/N 1637-02 or 1635-02 is installed.

QTY
P/N
NAME
95-18-11-E6-55631
Annunciator Switch CVR TEST /

PASS / FAIL
95-18-11-H6-55632
Annunciator Switch CVR ERASE
39F652
Headphone Jack
1341-1
Annunciator Plate
L12304
Annunciator Plate Label
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4.
Drawings
A.
CVR-30B/120 (P/N 1603-02-XX)
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B.
Rack (P/N L404A-50-S-1/DPXB-0)
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C.
Rack Foot Print

4.120"
TYP
#19 (.166) DRILL

(CLEARANCE FOR #8 SCREW)
(4 PLCS FOR RACK)
9.000"
TYP
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D.
Control Unit, Slimline (P/N 1634-0X)
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E.
Control Unit, ARINC (P/N 1632-0X)
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F.
Control Unit, ARINC w/mic (P/N 1633-0X)
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G.
Remote Mic Amplifier (P/N 1637-02)
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H.
Remote Mic Amplifier, Slimline (P/N 1635-02)
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I.
Remote Switch and Jack Kit (P/N 1341)
1341-3 DECAL
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J.
Annunciator Switch Detail (P/N 1612-0X)
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K.
Area Microphone (P/N 16301)
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Installation and Wiring

1.
General
This section contains considerations and recommendations for installation of the Cockpit Voice Recorder and
associated system components. Interconnect harness wiring, physical mounting and Area Microphone must be
considered as required to satisfy all applicable regulations. The conditions and tests required for TSO approval
of this article are minimum performance standards. It is the responsibility of those desiring to install this article
either on or within a specific type or class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft installation conditions are
within TSO standards. If not within TSO standards, the article may be installed only if the applicant documents
further evaluation for an acceptable installation and it is approved by the Administrator of the Federal Aviation
Administration or other certifying agency.
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued several Advisory Circulars which may be referred to in the
approval processes. Advisory Circular
25.1457-1A specifically addresses one acceptable means of compliance with Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR)
25.1457 (b), (e) and (f). Installations must conform to the Operating Rules in FAR 23.1457, 25.1457, 27.1457
and 29.1457 appropriate to the category of operation under FAR Parts 91, 135 and 121 (Air Carrier).
The CVR System can be powered by either 115 VAC or by 28 VDC from the essential aircraft bus source.
To ensure optimal performance from the Cockpit Voice Recorder System, the following wire sizes and types are
recommended as acceptable:
A.
All wires except 1P1 pins 2,3,9 and 17: Use #22 AWG or larger, for maximum of 500 ft. length if
shielded pairs are used. All wiring should be MIL-W-22759 or MIL-C-27500.
B.
For 1P1 pins 2,3,9 (Power leads), and 17 (Ground), use the following as a minimum:
#20 AWG,
35 ft. max.
#16 AWG,
70 ft. max.
C.
Ground connections for all shields are to be within one foot of 1P1 pin 17. The reason for specifying
single point ground is to minimize random noise pickup on audio inputs. Refer to Wiring Diagram Notes.
D.
Normal power requirements are:

14 watts nominal @ 27.5VDC
18 watts nominal @ 115VAC
The ERASE connection is not mandated by the FAA; therefore, it is an installation option. The circuitry
required for ERASE includes the installation of interlock devices on board the aircraft. If the ERASE is
installed, then at least one interlock circuit is required to prevent accidental erasure of the CVR recording. The
most common interlock circuit is through the squat switch and/or the parking brake switch, however, the
installer may choose an alternate type of interlock circuit as long as it is not flight accessible. If the ERASE is
not desired, 1P1 pin 55 (ERASE A) must be grounded to single point ground or jumpered to 1P1 pin 17. Pin 57
remains open. If at least one interlock cannot be provided, the ERASE feature may NOT be utilized.
NOTE:
The wiring diagrams contained in this manual show both the squat switch and parking brake
interlock circuit as an example only.
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2.
Audio System Interface

The range of acceptable audio input levels for the CVR is approximately from 50 mV RMS to 500 mV RMS.
Do not exceed 500 mV RMS. Exceeding 500 mV RMS will overdrive the recorder and result in non-intelligible
recording. The overdrive condition is readily identifiable on the Signal Level Indicator on the Control Unit or
Test Set. Normal audio inputs will illuminate the first seven LED segments most of the time while the last three
LED segments will illuminate momentarily during conversation. If the last three LED segments are illuminated
most of the time or continually, then chances are that audio inputs exceed system design. To correct this
problem, adjust the aircraft audio system/mixer outputs to an acceptable level. Each audio input, including area
mics should be isolated, tested and adjusted separately.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to adjust audio level during the first ten seconds of self testing. The CVR is
recording a test tone during this time.
Earlier aircraft audio systems may require rework of their audio system to ensure recording of ATC, Intercom,
Mask Microphone and Sidetone Audio, independent of mode selection on the audio control panel. In some
cases, selection of the Loud Speaker function disables Sidetone output; therefore, transmissions to ATC may not
be recorded. Such a condition must be remedied to provide continuous received audio from the communications
radios.
It is beyond the scope of this manual to show all specific aircraft audio system wiring interconnects. The wiring
diagrams shown herein show the required inputs to the CVR. It is the installers responsibility to obtain the
specific aircraft audio system wiring diagrams for determining the required outputs.
Old Audio Systems - Rework the audio control panel or system to provide a CVR output or install an external
summing amplifier. Summing amplifiers can be obtained from Avtec, Baker Electronics, Racal, Gables and
others. The addition of a summing amplifier provides existing audio systems with the hot boom microphone
capability. No changes to the CVR are required.
New Audio Systems - Some later generation audio control panels have a CVR signal output already provided.
A summing amplifier may be required to provide hot boom microphone operation. It is the responsibility of
the installer to determine the means of interfacing to comply with the regulations.
3.
Recorder Location
It is permissible to install the CVR in unpressurized, unheated areas whenever installation within the pressure
vessel is not desired or practical. Refer to FAA Advisory Circular 25.1457-1A for further details.
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4.
Area Microphone Installation Criteria

The most desirable location for the cockpit area microphone(s) is forward of a vertical plane oriented laterally
through the pilots and co-pilots normal head position. The microphone should face the crew members.
The area microphone wiring should be kept as short and direct as possible. A maximum of 15 feet is allowed.
The area microphone wiring must be secured within four inches of the microphone. This helps prevent the
wires from vibrating loose in the microphone.
5.
Cessation Of Recording
Federal Aviation Regulations 23.1457 (d), (2), 25.1457 (d), (2) 27.1457 (d), (2) and 29.1457 (d), (2) state that
There [must be] is an automatic means to simultaneously stop the recorder and prevent each erasure feature
from functioning, within 10 minutes after crash impact.
EUROCAE document ED-56A states The CVR shall be provided with a means of automatically terminating
the recording and erasure functions within 10 minutes after all engines have stopped.
ARINC Characteristics 757 states Within the installation, a means should be provided to terminate recording
after the aircraft is no longer moving under its own power, or after an accident.
It is the installers responsibility to assure that these regulations are met.
A CVR pin has been reserved for this function; providing a ground to CVR 1P1 pin 10 (STOP RECORD) will
start a 10-minute timing cycle, at the end of which both record and erase functions will be inhibited. Removal
of this ground will cause the recorder to immediately begin recording
A.
g-Switch Installation
When a g-Switch is used as a means of cessation, it should be noted that some certifying agencies are more
restrictive than others. Two examples are shown below.
From FAA Action Notice A8300.56 (para. 1.(5));
NOTE:
....An automatic means which incorporates a G Switch must consider nuisance tripping and
should be within an activation range of 3.0G to 6.0G.
From CAA Specification 11 (para. 3.5);

NOTE:
An acceptable means of compliance would be to install a device which would interrupt the
electrical supply to the recorder when the inertial force on the airplane exceeds 3 g forwards or,
for helicopters, 3 g along the axis 45 degrees below the horizontal forward axis. In addition, for
helicopters equipped in compliance with the Air Navigation Order for flights over water, a device
should be installed so as to interrupt the electrical supply to the recorder following an enforced
ditching.
It is imperative that the installer be familiar with the rules, regulations and recommendations of the certifying
agency.
Refer to the figure for a typical 45 g-Switch installation.
Some acceptable switches are:
Inertia Switch, Inc.
269 N Rte. 303
West Nyack, NY 10994
P/N 3LO-453/3 (3-g activation)

or
P/N 3LO-453/4 (4-g activation)
Aerodyne Controls Corp

30 Haynes Court
Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
P/N 6895-D-1-3-5 (3-g)

or
P/N 6895-D-1-4-4 (4-g)
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6.
Installation In Rotorcraft
g-SWITCH
45 DEG
RESET BUTTON (REF)
UP
FORWARD
VIEW LOOKING FROM RIGHT SIDE OF FUSELAGE
g-SWITCH INSTALLATION
On rotorcraft where at least one interlock cannot be provided, the ERASE feature may NOT be utilized. 1P1
pin 55 (ERASE A) must be grounded to single point ground or jumpered to 1P1 pin 17. 1P1 pin 57 remains
open.
The CVR accepts direct input of rotor speed tachometer signal and can be read out with ground support
equipment. The rotor speed encoder, necessary with analog CVRs is not needed. It is important to note that
rotor speed input is not compatible with rotorspeed encoders due to the higher frequencies of the encoder. Refer
to the wiring diagrams in this manual for rotor speed input specifications.
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7.
Wiring Diagrams
A.
CVR / ARINC Control Unit (P/N 1632-0X) / Aircraft Wiring
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NOTES:
1.
ALL WIRES ARE 22 AWG UNLESS SPECIFIED OTHERWISE.
2.
NOT USED.
3.
NOT USED
4.
SINGLE POINT GROUND WITHIN 12" OF 1P1 PIN 17.
5.
ONLY ONE POWER SOURCE CAN BE CONNECTED AT A TIME. CONNECT EITHER 1P1 PIN 2 OR PIN 9,
NOT BOTH.
6.
CONNECT EITHER 5V OR 28V, NOT BOTH.
7.
30dB ATTENUATION SHOWN. WIRE ACCORDINGLY. QUIET COCKPITS MAY BE STRAPPED FOR
LESS ATTENUATION. ATTENUATION SHOULD BE SUCH THAT THE SIGNAL LEVEL INDICATOR ON
THE CONTROL UNIT AND/OR TEST SET ILLUMINATES TWO-THIRDS TO THREE-FOURTHS OF THE
LEDS DURING NORMAL CONVERSATIONS.
8.
SQUAT SWITCH CLOSED WITH WEIGHT ON GEAR.
9.
PARK BRAKE SWITCH CLOSED WITH BRAKE SET.
10. WHEN GROUNDED, A 10 MINUTE TIMER IS STARTED. AFTER 10 MINUTES, RECORDING AND
ERASURE IS INHIBITED. REMOVAL OF GROUND RESETS TIMER.
11. IF ERASE IS NOT DESIRED, 1P1 PIN 55 MUST BE GROUNDED TO SINGLE POINT GROUND (SEE NOTE
4) OR JUMPERED TO 1P1 PIN 17. 1P1 PIN 57 AND 2P1 PINS G AND H WILL BE LEFT OPEN.
12. WIRING SHOWN IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARINC 757 (SINGLE POINT GROUND WITHIN 12" OF 1P1 PIN
17). HOWEVER, IT IS ACCEPTABLE TO GROUND AUDIO SHIELDS AT THE SOURCE. DO NOT
GROUND BOTH ENDS OF SHIELD.
13. SHIELD IS TO BE GROUNDED AT SOURCE.
14. ROTOR SPEED INPUT SPECS;
FREQUENCY - 10 TO 15,000 Hz
IMPEDANCE = 200 K OHMS
.2 VOLTS MIN., 100V MAX.
ROTOR SPEED INPUT IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH ROTOR SPEED ENCODERS DUE TO THEIR HIGH
FREQUENCIES. THE CVR ACCEPTS INPUTS DIRECTLY FROM THE ROTOR TACH.
15. INPUT CHAN 1 (EXTRA) CAN BE USED TO ACCEPT FLIGHT DATA RECORDER TONE OUTPUT FOR
RECORDER SYNCHRONIZATION. FDR PIN 19 CONNECTS TO CVR PIN 32 AND FDR PIN 20 CONNECTS
TO CVR PIN 30. NO STANDARDIZATION OF THE SIGNAL CHARACTERISTICS, LEVELS OR OTHER
PARAMETERS OF THE TIMING SIGNAL FROM THE AIRBORNE FLIGHT DATA RECORDER HAS BEEN
ADOPTED. IT IS THE INSTALLERS RESPONSIBILITY TO ASSURE THAT THE FDR TIMING SIGNAL
OUTPUT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE CVR. CVR INPUT LIMITS ARE AS FOLLOWS;
LOW FREQ LIMIT = 3607 30 HZ / HIGH FREQ LIMIT = 419330 HZ.
LEVEL = .5 Vrms TO 2.5 Vrms.
TYPE = SINEWAVE OR TRIANGLE
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NOTES:
1.
2.
NOT USED.
3.
NOT USED.
4.
5.
NOT BOTH.
6.
7.
8.
9.
4) OR JUMPERED TO 1P1 PIN 17. 1P1 PIN 57 AND 2P1 PINS G AND H WILL BE LEFT OPEN.
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C.
CVR / Slimline Control Unit (P/N 1634-0X) / Aircraft Wiring
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NOTES:
1.
2.
NOT USED.
3.
NOT USED.
4.
5.
NOT BOTH.
6.
7.
8.
9.
4) OR JUMPERED TO 1P1 PIN 17. 1P1 PIN 57 AND 2P1 PINS 32 AND 31 WILL BE LEFT OPEN.
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NOTES:
1.
2.
NOT USED.
3.
NOT USED.
4.
5.
NOT BOTH.
6.
REMOTE MIC AMPLIFIER MUST BE MOUNTED WITHIN THE AIRCRAFT PRESSURE VESSEL
(COCKPIT RECOMMENDED) IN A MANNER SUCH THAT AREA MIC WIRES DO NOT EXCEED 15 FEET
IN LENGTH. THE SHORTEST WIRE LENGTH POSSIBLE IS DESIRED.
7.
8.
SQUAT SWITCH CLOSED WITH WEIGHT ON GEAR
9.
4) OR JUMPERED TO 1P1 PIN 17. 1P1 PIN 57 WILL BE LEFT OPEN.
12. CVR ERASE AND CVR TEST ANNUNCIATOR SWITCHES AND HEADPHONE JACK ARE PART OF KIT
NO 1341.
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E.
CVR / Remote Mic Amplifier, Slimline (P/N 1635-02) / Aircraft Wiring
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NOTES:
1.
2.
NOT USED.
3.
NOT USED.
4.
SINGLE POINT GROUND WITHIN 12 OF 1P1 PIN 17.
5.
NOT BOTH. P/N 1601-01-3 USES 28VDC ONLY AND P/N 1601-02-3 USES EITHER 115VAC OR 28VDC.
6.
REMOTE MIC AMPLIFIER MUST BE MOUNTED WITHIN THE AIRCRAFT PRESSURE VESSEL
(COCKPIT RECOMMENDED) IN A MANNER SUCH THAT AREA MIC WIRES DO NOT EXCEED 15 FEET
IN LENGTH. THE SHORTEST WIRE LENGTH POSSIBLE IS DESIRED.
7.
8.
9.
4) OR JUMPERED TO 1P1 PIN 17. 1P1 PIN 57 WILL BE LEFT OPEN.
12. CVR ERASE AND CVR TEST ANNUNCIATOR SWITCHES AND HEADPHONE JACK ARE PART OF KIT
NO. 1341.
13. WIRING SHOWN IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARINC 557 (SINGLE POINT GROUND WITHIN 12 OF 1P1 PIN
FREQUENCY - 10 TO 6000 Hz
RECORDER SYNCHRONIZATION. FDR PIN 19 CONNECTS TO CVR PINS 32 AND FDR PIN 20
CONNECTS TO CVR PIN 30. NO STANDARDIZATION OF THE SIGNAL CHARACTERISTICS, LEVELS
OR OTHER PARAMETERS OF THE TIMING SIGNAL FROM THE AIRBORNE FLIGHT DATA RECORDER
HAS BEEN ADOPTED. IT IS THE INSTALLERS RESPONSIBILITY TO ASSURE THAT THE FDR TIMING
SIGNAL OUTPUT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE CVR. CVR INPUT LIMITS ARE AS FOLLOWS;
LOW LIMIT = 3607 30 Hz / HIGH LIMIT = 4193 30 Hz.
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8.
Pin Out Charts
A.
CVR Pin Out

CVR P/N 1603-02-XX / 1P1
Pin
Function
CVR P/N 1603-02-XX / 1P1 - Contd

Pin
115 VAC Input
29
Power Ground
30
Function
INPUT Chan 1 (Extra) - Lo
31
Audio Out - Lo
32
Audio Out - Hi
33
Record On Strap (To Pin 8)
34
Record On Strap (To Pin 7)
35
+27.5 VDC Input
36
10
Stop Record
37
11
INPUT Chan 1 (Extra) - Hi
INPUT Chan 2 (Copilot) - Lo

INPUT Chan 2 (Copilot) - Hi
38
12
Push To Test
39
OMS Input (B)
13
Preamp Power Ground
40
OMS Input (A)
14
Preamp Power - + 15 VDC
41
INPUT Chan 3 (Pilot) - Lo
15
Indicator +
42
16
Indicator -
43
17
Chassis Ground
44
INPUT Chan 3 (Pilot - Hi
18
45
19
46
20
47
INPUT Chan 4 (Area Mic) - Hi
21
48
Rotor Speed - Lo
22
49
Rotor Speed - Hi
INPUT Chan 4 (Area Mic) - Lo
23
Fault CVR (norm low)
50
OMS Out (B)
24
Fault FDR
51
OMS Out (A)
25
GMT Input (B)
52
26
GMT Input (A)
53
27
54
28
55
Continued -
Erase A
56
57
Erase C
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B.
Control Unit, ARINC P/N 1633-0X Pin Out
Control Unit P/N 1633-0X / 2P1

Pin
Control Unit P/N 1633-0X / 2P1- Contd
Function
Pin
Function
Push-To-Test
Ground
Spare
+15 VDC
Lighting - +28 VDC
Indicator +
Area Mic 2 Input - Signal
Indicator -
Area Mic 2 Input - Bias
Chassis Ground
Area Mic 2 Input - Shield Gnd
Erase A
Internal Mic - Lo
Erase C
Internal Mic - Hi
J
K
INPUT Chan 4 Audio Out - Lo
INPUT Chan 4 Audio Out - Hi
Spare
Attenuation - 6 dB
Attenuation - COM
Attenuation - 12 dB
Headphone Audio - Lo
Headphone Audio - Hi
Spare
Lighting - +5 VDC
Lighting - COM
Attenuation - 24 dB
Continued -
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C.
Control Unit, ARINC P/N 1632-0X Pin Out

Pin
Function
Pin
Function
Push-To-Test
Ground
Spare
+15 VDC
Lighting - +28 VDC
Indicator +
Indicator -
Chassis Ground
Erase A
Erase C
g
h
J
K
Chan 4 Audio Out - Lo
Chan 4 Audio Out - Hi
Spare
Attenuation - 6 dB
Attenuation - COM
Attenuation - 12 dB
Spare
Lighting - +5 VDC
Lighting - COM
Attenuation - 24 dB
Continued -
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D.
Control Unit, Slimline P/N 1634-0X Pin Out

Pin
Function
1
2
Reserved
Reserved
Pass Lo
Fail Lo
10
11
Indicator -
12
Indicator +
13
Spare
14
15
16
Chassis Ground
17
Ground
18
+15 VDC
19
Continued -

Pin
Function
20
21
22
23
Attenuation COM
24
Attenuation 6 dB
25
Attenuation 12 dB
26
Attenuation - 24 dB
27
28
29
30
Push-To-Test
31
Erase C
32
Erase A
33
Lighting +28 VDC
34
Spare
35
Lighting COM
36
Lighting +5 VDC
37
Spare
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E.
Remote Mic Amplifier, ARINC P/N 1637-02 Pin Out
Remote Mic Amplifier P/N 1637-02

Pin
Function
Remote Mic Amplifier P/N 1637-02- Contd

Pin
A
B
Ground
+15 VDC
Indicator +
Function
Pass Lo
Fail Lo
Attenuation - 6 dB
Attenuation - COM
Attenuation - 12 dB
5 VDC Output
Attenuation - 24 dB
X
Y
Z
Continued -
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F.
Remote Mic Amplifier, Slimline P/N 1635-02 Pin Out
Remote Mic Amplifier P/N 1635-02 / 2P1

Pin
Function
Remote Mic Amp P/N 1635-02 / 2P1- Contd

Pin
Function
20
21
22
23
Attenuation COM
Reserved
24
Attenuation 6 dB
Reserved
25
Attenuation 12 dB
26
Attenuation - 24 dB
27
28
10
29
11
Indicator -
30
Push-To-Test
12
Indicator +
31
Erase C
13
Spare
32
Erase A
14
33
Lighting +28 VDC
15
34
Spare
16
Chassis Ground
35
Lighting COM
17
Ground
36
Lighting +5 VDC
18
+15 VDC
37
Spare
19
Continued -
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Maintenance, Checkout and Troubleshooting

1.
Maintenance
CVR Maintenance includes Periodic Inspections of the CVR and Underwater Locator Beacon (ULB) as well as
Servicing/Maintenance of the ULB.
A.
Periodic Inspections/Overhaul
CVR Periodic Inspection consists of the required preflight self test. Only if a self test fails, is maintenance need
on the CVR.
(1)
CVR Overhaul
Because of the solid state technology used in the CVR, there is no need for periodic overhaul of the CVR.
MTBF has been established at 30,000 hours.
(2)
Underwater Locator Beacon Periodic Inspection
NOTE:
The following inspections are dictated by the Dukane Technical Manual.

INSPECTION INTERVAL
TASK
24 Months
1. Clean ULB Beacon Switch

2. Perform ULB Beacon Test
3. Perform ULB Battery Test
6 Years
B.
1. Replace ULB Beacon Battery
Underwater Locator Beacon Servicing / Maintenance

The CVR utilizes the Dukane Model DK120 underwater acoustic beacon which is manufactured under a Parts
Manufacturer Approval (PMA) and is authorized by FAA TSO-C121. The beacon is attached to the recorder
environmental shell for easy removal and for easy viewing of the battery expiration date.
The battery in the Model DK120 has a life of six years. The battery is user replaceable. Refer to Technical
Manual, Underwater Acoustic Beacon, DK100/DK120 for maintenance and battery replacement. Contact
Dukane for details.
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2.
Post-Installation Checkout Procedure

NOTE:
It will be helpful if the following checkout procedures are copied, filled out and presented
along with other supporting documents when applying for approval. Permission is hereby
granted to copy this portion of this manual.
The following procedures are written for installation with Control Unit P/N 1632-0X,
1633-0X or 1634-0X. On installations utilizing Remote Mic Amplifier P/N 1635-0X or
1637-0X and Annunciator/Switch Kit P/N 1341, disregard all references to SIGNAL
LEVEL Indicator.
The CVR Self Test gives an indication of the Pass or Fail condition.
During Self Test, the following occurs:
(1)
A test tone will be recorded onto all six channels and then followed by a period of silence. Items tested
during the self test include; power supply voltages, ARINC 429 Built In Test Equipment (BITE), ARINC
429 Onboard Maintenance System(OMS) receiver, FSK GMT receiver, EPROM checksum and rotor
speed receiver.
(2)
The test tone and silence is then automatically played back and read internally.
(3)
The PASS or FAIL LED will then illuminate for 10 seconds. The SIGNAL LEVEL Indicator will also
illuminate for 10 seconds with the FAIL LED.
After installation is accomplished and all wiring, power sources and audio interface is verified, apply power to
the system.
Self Test
(1)
Don headset and plug into the control unit headphone jack.
(2)
Press the control unit TEST Button firmly for at least two seconds and release. This initiates the CVR
Self Test.
(3)
During self test the PASS and FAIL LEDs will illuminate alternately indicating that self test is in
progress. Self test takes approximately 15 seconds to perform. After 10 seconds of self test, cockpit
conversation should be heard through the headset and visible on the SIGNAL LEVEL Indicator. The test
tone audio will be heard. No audio will be recorded during self test.
NOTE:
Self test will not initiate if the erase feature is in progress. Self test will not function if Stop
Record is initiated. When power is removed and then applied to the CVR, if STOP
RECORD is active, it will be ignored. STOP RECORD must go from an inactive to active
condition to be properly recognized. This means that the CVR will immediately start to
record upon application of power if RECORD ON is ON and GND EQ INTLK is OFF,
regardless of the condition of STOP RECORD.
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(4)
Upon completion of a successful self test, the PASS Light will illuminate for approximately ten seconds
then go out. A failed self test will be indicated by an illuminated FAIL Light (usually flashing). The
flashing FAIL Light indicates the nature of the failure. FAIL will flash a number of times, pause, and
then repeat that same number of flashes. The following table shows the fail condition based on the
number of FAIL flashes.
Number of
FAIL flashes
FAIL Light
PASS Light
None
Pass
Off
On
Channel 1 fail
On
Off
Channel 2 fail
On
Off
Channel 3 fail
On
Off
Channel 4 fail
On
Off
Flash Memory Fail
On
Off
Steady (10 secs)
General failure (Note 1)
On
Off
Alternating
System test in progress
Alternating
Alternating
Simultaneous
Bulk Erase
Simultaneous
Simultaneous
NOTE:
(5)
CVR Condition
1.
General failure is a misc. failure of Ch. 5, 6, FSK, Rotor Speed,

ARINC Channels, etc. The BITE Status code indicates which
function has failed. Please contact Universal Avionics for
assistance with determining a particular BITE Status failure
indication.
Should self test fail and it is desired to perform another self test, the TEST Button must be pressed firmly
for at least one second to engage self test.
Erase (if applicable)

(1)
Open squat switch and parking brake switch (air mode) (and/or any other interlock switches).
NOTE: The ERASE Button is usually interlocked through a weight-on-wheels and/or parking brake circuit to
prevent the inadvertent erasure unless the aircraft is on the ground with the parking brake set.
(2)
Press ERASE Button for five seconds and then release. Erase shall not occur.
(3)
Close squat switch and parking brake switch (and/or any other interlock switches).
(4)
Press ERASE Button for five seconds and then release to engage erase.
(5)
During the erase process the PASS and FAIL Lights will flash simultaneously and the SIGNAL LEVEL
indicator will modulate with cockpit audio. Erase takes approximately 10 seconds.
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3.
Preflight Ground Checkout Procedure

Ground checkout of the CVR is accomplished using the Test Set (P/N 1623-01) and an RS232C ANSI
compatible terminal or any personal computer with a software package capable of emulating a VT100 type
terminal. The terminal or computer must be set up to communicate at 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity and one
stop bit (8N1). The interconnection between the CVR and the computer terminal is through a RS-232 type
electrical interface. The Test Set Harness has five connectors; one 25 pin DB-25 connector to connect to the
CVR, a nine pin DB-9S (socket) connector for connection to the computer terminal, a 57 pin ARINC Connector
to connect to the CVR rear connector, another ARINC connector for future use, a nine pin DB-9S socket for
future use, and a connector to connect to the cockpit control unit. If the terminal to be used has a 25 pin
connector, then a 9 pin-to 25 pin adapter plug must be used. CVR operation is controlled and monitored from
the computer terminal. The ground test set and harness consists of an audio control unit and a wire harness. The
computer terminal display is divided into an upper and lower portion. The upper portion of the screen displays
status and parameter fields while, the lower portion displays commands available for entry using the terminal
keyboard. Read and become familiar with TEST SET AND HARNESS paragraphs before proceeding with the
following checkout procedures.
NOTE:
along with other supporting documents when applying for approach.
In order to assure easy analysis of the recording, it is important that adequate commentary
is provided during testing. Each test shall be clearly announced and the crew members
identified.
Test time should be limited to less than 30 minutes (the length of the recording
capability). Durations longer than 30 minutes will result in the overwriting of the first
part of the test on the 30 minute channels.
After post installation is found satisfactory, a preflight ground checkout is required.
REAR CONNECTOR
FRONT CONNECTOR
ARINC 404
HARNESS
DB25 HARNESS
CVR-30B or CVR-120
9-PIN CONN
HARNESS
TEST SET
(P/N 1623-01)
TERMINAL
(RS232 ANSI
COMPATIBLE)
28 VDC POWER SOURCE
TAPE
RECORDER
POWER SOURCE
1623-01 Test Set Connections
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A.
Checkout Procedures
WARNING:
USE ONLY P/N 1623-01 TEST SET AND HARNESS FOR CVR TESTING. FAILURE
TO COMPLY COULD DAMAGE THE CVR AND VOID THE WARRANTY.
NOTE:
Refer to the wiring diagrams and information inside the lid on the Test Set, it will be helpful
when connecting the Test Set to the CVR.
MECH
(1)
With all power removed from the aircraft, gain access to the Cockpit Recorder
Unit.
(2)
Verify the following switch positions on the Test Set:

a)
INSP
TEST SET POWER - Off
b) CHANNEL SELECT Switches

PA - Off
COPILOT - Off
PILOT - Off
MIXED - Off
AREA MIC - Off
HI-FI AREA MIC - Off
c)
GND EQ INTLK - On
d) REC ON - On
e)
24dB, 12dB and 6dB - Off
f)
All other switches - Off
(3)
Connect the test set and harness (P/N 1623-01) to the recorder unit front
connector.
(4)
Connect an RS232C compatible terminal to the test set harness nine pin
connector.
(5)
Set SPKR/HEADSET VOLUME to approximate mid-range.
(6)
Apply power to the terminal and turn it on, then apply aircraft power to the
CVR, then set the TEST SET POWER switch to ON (the Test Set receives
power from the CVR).
NOTE:
A three-second delay in screen display change is normal between the CVR and some personal
computers.
(7)
On the computer, type in 5 (Self Test) and ENTER to initiate self test.
(8)
Self test will take approximately 15 seconds to perform. During self test, the
PASS and FAIL Lights on the CVR controller will alternately illuminate.
MODE on the terminal screen will read SELF TEST. OPERATION will read
TESTING. No incoming audio will be recorded during self test.
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MECH
(9)
INSP
At the end of a successful self test, the MODE will read RECORD and
OPERATION will become STOP.
(10) TEST RESULTS will be displayed as follows;

a) Audio Ch1, Ch2, Ch3, Ch4, Ch5 and CH 6 will read PASS.
b) Flash Memory will read OK.
c) Power supply will read PASS.
(11) Position a person at each crew station in the aircraft.
(12) On the computer, press E. Reset Elapsed Time.
(13) Write down (in the space provided below) the Channel 1 number from the
screen.
RECORD =
(14) On the computer, type in 1 (Record) and ENTER to initiate recording.
(15) From each crew station, announce Area Mic Test as well as the time and
date. Announcements should be made looking left, forward and right.
(16) From each crew station, announce and test each function of the audio
panel/mic jack including comm radios, interphone and crosstalk.
(17) Activate and announce aural warnings.
(18) Announce end of test and time.
(19) On the computer, type in 3 (Stop) and ENTER.
(20) Remove CVR from aircraft and connect to Test Set with the DB connector and
the 57 pin CVR cable.
(21) Assure that CHANNEL SELECT, COPILOT, PILOT, MIXED and AREA
MIC switches are set to OFF.
(22) Connect 28 VDC to the Test Set.
(23) Set the CHANNEL SELECT PA to ON.
(24) Set REC ON Switch OFF.
(25) Type in 2 (Play) and press ENTER.
(26) On the computer, press R (Reverse) to return to the Record Number written
down in Step 13 above, then type in 3 (Stop) and press ENTER.
NOTE:
Pressing R on the terminal will cause the Record counter to reverse about 3 seconds per
keystroke. Holding R down will accelerate this process. In order to reverse or forward,
Mode must be in PLAY.
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MECH
INSP

(28) Verify that the appropriate announcements and tests are on Channel 1 (PA) and
that conversation is intelligible.
(29) Press R (Reverse) to return to the beginning of the recording.
(30) On the computer, type in 3 (Stop) and press ENTER.
(31) Repeat steps 23 thru 30 for Channels 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 using the appropriate
CHANNEL SELECT Switches.
(32) On the computer, type 4 (Bulk Erase) and press ENTER.
(33) Verify that Bulk Erase process occurs.
(34) Type in 3 (Stop) and press ENTER.
(35) Remove all power and disconnect Test Set and computer from recorder.
(36) Secure all equipment in preparation for flight checkout.
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4.
Flight Checkout Procedure

It is common practice for local certifying agencies to require a recorded tape of the CVR flight checkout
procedure. The P/N 1623-01 CVR Test Set incorporates six high level audio output jacks which can be used to
transfer the Flight Checkout onto tape via an audio mixer. The recording is transferred onto tape during the
postflight portion of the Flight Checkout procedure.
NOTE:
along with other supporting documents when applying for approval.
Flight time should be limited to less than 30 minutes. Any duration longer than 30
minutes will result in overwrite of the first part of the checkout.
Once the Ground Checkout Procedure is completed satisfactorily, the following Flight Checkout Procedure is to
be performed.
NOTE:
A.
B.
In order to assure easy analysis of the recording it is important that adequate commentary is
provided during the flight, e.g., crew actions, speed, altitude and equipment operation. Each
test shall be clearly announced in a normal speaking voice and the crew member identified.
Cockpit speakers should be set to the normal volume.
Prior To Engine Start

(1)
Engage cockpit voice recorder circuit breaker.
(2)
Don headsets and boom microphones.
(3)
Perform CVR self test.
(4)
Select boom microphone and interphone ON at all positions
(5)
Announce aircraft type, registration, date, time and crew.
MECH
INSP
MECH
INSP
Engine Start
(1)
On rotorcraft only, during rotor spin-up, announce RPM at 50%, 80% and
100%.
(2)
With interphone on, make an announcement from each crew member position.
(3)
With interphone off, make an announcement from each crew member position.
(4)
Repeat steps (2) and (3) using the oxygen mask microphone.
(5)
Test stall warning stick shaker and announce (if applicable).
(6)
Cockpit windows closed (if applicable).
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C.
Take-Off
(1)
Turn interphone on.
(2)
Announce a normal take-off and initial climb.
(3)
Announce landing gear, flap and other selections.
(4)
With interphone off, activate and announce aural warnings.
(5)
Turn interphone back on.
(6)
Accelerate to normal cruise speed.
(7)
Announce from each crew station, name, altitude, and airspeed.

Announcements should be made looking left, forward and right.
(8)
Activate, and announce aural warnings.
(9)
Each crew member should verify selections of comms and navaids on their
respective audio control panel and perform a communications check using
comms, interphone and P/A.
MECH
INSP
MECH
INSP
(10) Accelerate to maximum cruise speed.

(11) Announce from each crew station, name, altitude and airspeed.
Announcements should be made looking let, forward and right.
(12) Activate and announce aural warnings.
D.
Landing
(1)
Announce landing events such as final approach, ILS marker audio ID, landing
gear selection, flap selection, etc.
(2)
At the end of taxi, announce the time.
(3)
Using the boom microphone with interphone on at all positions, announce end
of test.
CAUTION:
(4)
FAILURE TO PULL CVR CIRCUIT BREAKER COULD RESULT IN A

COMPLETE OVERWRITE OF THE FLIGHT TEST RECORDING IF THE CVR IS
STILL POWERED AFTER LANDING.
Pull CVR Circuit Breaker (Do not erase).
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E.
Postflight
Using the Test Set (P/N 1623-01) along with a compatible terminal, perform the following;
WARNING:
USE ONLY P/N 1623-01 TEST SET FOR CVR TESTING. FAILURE TO COMPLY
COULD DAMAGE THE CVR AND VOID THE WARRANTY.
NOTE:
Test set P/N 1623-01 incorporates six high level audio out jacks. These unswitched outputs
can be used to transfer the Flight Checkout onto tape via an audio mixer.
(1)
With all power removed, gain access to the recorder unit and remove it from the aircraft.
(2)
Verify that the test set POWER Switch is OFF.
(3)
Connect +28 VDC and ground leads from power supply to Test Set +28V and GND jacks.
(4)
Connect the test set and harness (P/N 1623-01) to recorder unit front and rear connectors.
(5)
Connect an RS232C compatible terminal to the test set harness nine pin connector.
(6)
Set test set SPKR/HEADSET VOLUME to approximate mid range.
(7)
Set GND EQ INTLK Switch ON.
(8)
Set STOP REC Switch ON.
(9)
Set REC ON Switch ON.
(10) Set EXT CVR-FDR PWR Switch ON.

(11) Set the TEST SET POWER switch to ON.
(13) Write down (in the space provided below) the Record number from the upper portion of the screen.
RECORD =
(14) Set CHANNEL SELECT Switches, except PA, to OFF.
(15) Verify that CHANNEL SELECT PA Switch is ON.
(17) On the computer, press R (Reverse) to return to the Record Number recorded in step (9) above, then type
in 3 (Stop) and enter.
NOTE:
Pressing R on the terminal will cause the Record counter to reverse 3 seconds per
keystroke. Holding R down will accelerate this process. In order to reverse or forward.
Mode must be in PLAY.
On rotorcraft, during the following tests, note rotor speed frequency on the computer
screen as RPM is announced by the crew. The rotorcraft manufacturer must be contacted
for the Hz to RPM conversion factor for RPM verification.
(18) On the computer, type in 2 (Play) and press ENTER.

(19) Verify that the appropriate announcements and tests are on the PA Channel and that conversation is
intelligible.
(20) Press R (Reverse) to return to the beginning of the recording.
(21) On the computer type in 3 (Stop) and press ENTER.
(22) Repeat step (14) thru (21) for COPILOT, PILOT, MIXED, AREA MIC and HI-FI AREA MIC Channels.
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(24) Remove all power and disconnect all equipment from the CVR.
(25) Reinstall the CVR into the aircraft.
5.
Test Set (P/N 1623-01)

The Test Set (P/N 1623-01) is used in conjunction with a computer terminal to accomplish the post installation
checkouts.
WARNING:
USE ONLY P/N 1623-01 TEST SET FOR CVR TESTING. FAILURE TO COMPLY
COULD DAMAGE THE CVR AND VOID THE WARRANTY.
Specific operation of the Test Set is contained in the checkout procedures in this manual.
Ground checkout of the CVR is accomplished using the Test Set (P/N 1623-01) and an RS232C ANSI
compatible terminal or any PC terminal with a software package capable of emulating a VT100 type terminal.
The terminal or computer must be set up to communicate at 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity and one stop bit
(8N1). The interconnection between the CVR and the computer terminal is through a RS-232 type electrical
interface. CVR operation is controlled and monitored from the terminal.
The Test Set harness has five connectors; one DB-25 connector to connect to the CVR, a DB-95 connector to
connect to the computer terminal (an adapter must be used if the terminal has a 25-pin connector), a 57-pin
ARINC connector to connect to rear of the CVR, another ARINC connector for future use, a DB-9S socket for
future use, a DB-9S socket for future use, and a connector to connect to the cockpit control unit.
All audio heard when using the test set will be playback audio only. No active audio will be heard. Similarly,
playback audio will not be heard in the cockpit when using the Test Set. No audio is recorded during self test.
REAR CONNECTOR
FRONT CONNECTOR
ARINC 404
HARNESS
DB25 HARNESS
CVR-30B or CVR-120
9-PIN CONN
HARNESS
TEST SET
(P/N 1623-01)
TERMINAL
(RS232 ANSI
COMPATIBLE)
28 VDC POWER SOURCE
TAPE
RECORDER
POWER SOURCE
1623-01 Test Set Connections
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A.
Test Set Features (Refer to the Test Set Panel Layout figure)
(1)
CHANNEL SELECT Switches - Six channel select switches allow selection or deselection of each of
the six channels. This allows selection of playback of individual or any combination of channels to the
high level audio output jacks and the speaker.
(2)
SIGNAL LEVEL Indicator - The ten segment bar graph on the Test Set remains active during both
record and playback when the CTRL UNIT EXT/OFF/INT slide switch is in the INT position and when
the GND EQ INTLK push-button switch is ON. During playback, the bargraph will flash about once per
second when playing out previously recorded FSK data, and will indicate the playback audio for a
particular channel when selected with the CHANNEL SELECT push-buttons.
(3)
SPKR/HEADSET VOLUME Adjustment - The speaker volume adjusts the level of audio to the Test
Set speaker. The CHANNEL SELECT push-buttons determine which channel or channels will be
applied to the speaker.
(4)
LO LEVEL AUDIO OUT for Cassette Recorder - This low level (10-20mV) output jack is for
connection to a cassette recorder. The jack outputs any of the channels as selected by the CHANNEL
SELECT Switches. The six channel output is adjustable by using the LVL ADJUST Potentiometer.
(5)
HI LEVEL AUDIO OUT - This high level (330mV) jack is for connection to the line input of a stereo
recorder via an RCA jack. The jack outputs any of the six channels as selected by the CHANNEL
SELECT Switches.
(6)
HEADSET Jack - When a headset is used in lieu of the test set integral speaker, plugging the headset
into the jack will mute the integral speaker.
(7)
SCOPE OUTPUT - A coaxial connector exists to be used in applications where it is desirable to monitor
audio output with an oscilloscope or a voltmeter. This is normally an overhaul facility application.
(8)
HI-LEVEL AUDIO OUTPUTS - These six unswitched jacks provide unswitched outputs for
transferring CVR recording onto a tape via an audio mixer. The jacks are labeled PA, COPILOT,
PILOT, MIXED, AREA MIC and HI-FI AREA MIC.
(9)
TEST SET POWER Switch - This switch applies power to all of the internal electronics of the Test Set
and must be ON when using the Test Set. The Test Set power comes from the CVR-120/30B through the
DB25 connector on the front of the CVR. This switch does not effect power to the CVR.
(10)
Speaker - The speaker is provided to listen to playback audio from the CVR. Selection of which channel
to listen to is provided by the CHANNEL SELECT push-button switches to the right of the HI LEVEL
AUDIO OUT jack on the Test Set.
(11)
GND EQ INTLK Switch - This push-button switch informs the CVR that the Test Set has been
connected. This switch must be illuminated (ON) when using the Test Set with the CVR, even when the
CVR is installed on an aircraft. When the CVR is installed on an aircraft and connected to the Test Set,
this push-button switch, when ON, will inhibit CVR recording after applying power to the CVR.
(12)
REC ON Switch - This switch must also be ON when recording test speech or tones from the Test Set
when the CVR is connected to the Test Set and not installed on an aircraft. When this switch is OFF,
recording from the Test Set is inhibited, and bulk erase is not allowed. In addition, when this switch is
ON, playback is inhibited. Recording and playback of audio to/from the Test Set is always inhibited
when the CVR is installed on an aircraft.
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(13)
STOP REC Switch - With this switch placed to the ON position, while previously recording, will start a
ten minute timer that will terminate recording after the timer expires. This push-button switch setting is
ignored when power is first applied to the CVR. In other words, the CVR must see this switch go from
the inactive to the active position in order to be properly recognized. When the CVR is installed on an
aircraft, the STOP REC switch on the Test Set has no effect on CVR operation.
(14)
LOOP BACK Switch - This push-button switch, when placed to the ON position with the Test Set connected to the CVR, will indicate to the CVR that external loopback testing of the unit is desired.
Individual tests can be selected at the terminal. Signals are actually transmitted out of the CVR through
the Test Set and back into the CVR to complete the loop test. Signals tested during Loop Back are; all
four audio input channels, FSK, rotor speed, and all of the ARINC 429 transmit and receive channels.
When the CVR is installed in the aircraft, the LOOP BACK switch has no effect on CVR operation.
(15)
TEST Switch - This momentary switch initiates a self test when the CONTROL UNIT INT/OFF/EXT
switch has been set to INT, and is identical to pushing the TEST switch on an external control unit. All
testing is confined within the CVR when the LOOP BACK switch is OFF. When the LOOP BACK
switch is ON the test signals are routed through the Test Set in order to test pin and cable continuity. If
an external control unit is connected to the Test Set and properly connected to the CVR and the CTRL
UNIT INT/OFF/EXT slide switch has been set to EXT, the TEST switch on the external control unit can
be pressed to initiate a test. When the CVR is installed on an aircraft, the TEST switch has no effect on
CVR operation.
(16)
DELAYED REC INHB Switch - This switch is not used for testing of the CVR-120/30B.
(17)
BULK ERASE Switch - If the CTRL UNIT INT/OFF EXT switch has been set to INT, REC ON is ON
and STOP REC has not timed out (10 minutes), this momentary push-button switch will initiate a bulk
erase of the entire flash memory array, assuming that GND EQ INTLK is ON. This switch emulates the
Bulk Erase switch on an external control unit. If an external control unit is connected to the Test Set and
the Test Set is properly connected to the CVR, the BULK ERASE switch on the external control unit can
be pressed to initiate a bulk erase. When the CVR is installed on an aircraft, the BULK ERASE switch
has no effect on CVR operation.
(18)
MONITOR Switch - This push-button switch selects mixed audio to be tested on the Test Sets bar
graph from two possible sources; 1) mixed audio that drives the headset jack on an external control unit,
or 2) mixed audio that drives the bar graph on an external control unit. When the CVR is installed on an
aircraft, the MONITOR switch has no effect on CVR operation.
(19)
24dB, 12dB and 6dB Attenuation Switches - These push-button switches select attenuation settings for
the Test Sets mic amplifier when the CONTROL UNIT INT/OFF/EXT switch has been set to INT, and
for an external control units mic amplifier when properly connected to the Test Set with the cable
provided and the CTRL UNIT INT/OFF/EXT switch set to EXT.
(20)
CTRL UNIT Switch:

INT Position - Selects the Test Sets internal control unit for test recording of speech.
OFF Position - No selection of a control unit. Therefore, audio signals picked up by the internal
microphone in the Test Set will not interfere with any other testing that is being performed.
EXT Position - Selects an external control unit connected to the Test Set for testing. The external
control unit must be connected to the Test Set with the cable provided.
(21)
FSK IN/OUT Coax Connector - This jack allows the connection of an external FSK signal for testing
purposes. The FSK input signal can be either a sinewave or triangle wave of 3607 Hz or 4193 Hz.
During normal playback of audio during storage retrieval, this jack is used to play back the previously
recorded time data in an FSK analog format. The analog output level is approximately 1 Vrms sinewave
at a rate of once per second, regardless of the recorded rate. When the CVR is installed on an aircraft, the
FSK IN/OUT jack has no effect on CVR operation.
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(22)
RTR SP IN/OUT Coax Connector - This jack allows the connection of an external rotor speed signal
from 10 Hz to 15,000 Hz for testing purposes. The input sinewave can be in the range of 100 mV to 1
Vrms. During normal playback of audio during storage retrieval, this jack is used to play back the
previously recorded rotor speed data in an analog format. The output level is about 1 Vrms. When the
CVR is installed on an aircraft, the RTR SP IN/OUT jack has no effect on CVR operation.
(23)
TEST INPUTS - PA, COPILOT, PILOT and AREA MIC Coax Connectors - These four input jacks
provide a means of connecting an external signal to each of the four CVR audio input channels for audio
recording test purposes.
(24)
AREA MIC Switch - This push-button switch selects the Lo-Fi Area Mic output audio from the CVR to
be connected to the Test Sets HI LEVEL AUDIO OUT jack, HEADSET jack, LO LEVEL AUDIO
OUT jack, SCOPE jack, and the Test Sets internal speaker for testing. If any of the other push-button
switches (e.g., PA, COPILOT, PILOT, MIXED, AREA MIC) are ON, the audio signal from these
channels will be mixed with the Lo-Fi Area Mic audio output from the CVR.
(25)
HI-FI AREA MIC Switch - This push-button selects the Hi-Fi Area Mic audio output from the CVR to
be connected to the Test Sets HI LEVEL AUDIO OUT jack, HEADSET jack, LO LEVEL AUDIO
OUT jack, SCOPE jack, and the Test Sets internal speaker for testing. If any of the other push-button
switches (e.g., PA, COPILOT, PILOT, MIXED, AREA MIC) are on, the audio signal from these
channels will be mixed with the Hi-Fi Area Mic audio output from the CVR.
(26)
MIXED Switch - This push-button selects the mixed audio output from the CVR, which consists of
PA/Copilot/Pilot audio to be connected to the Test Sets HI LEVEL AUDIO OUT jack, HEADSET jack,
LO LEVEL AUDIO OUT jack, SCOPE jack and the Test Sets internal speaker for testing. If any of the
other push-button switches (e.g., PA, COPILOT, PILOT, MIXED, AREA MIC) are ON, the audio signal
from these channels will be mixed with the mixed audio output from the CVR.
(27)
PASS and FAIL Indicators - These LEDs indicate various test conditions and are identical to the
indicators on an external control unit. The CTRL UNIT INT/OFF/EXT slideswitch must be in the INT
position for these indicators to function.
(28)
EXT CVR-FDR PWR Switch - Applies 28 VDC power to the CVR when the CVR is connected to the
Test Set via the rear connector. Power is applied to the CVR regardless of the position of the TEST SET
PWR switch setting. Power cannot be applied from the Test Set to the CVR when the connector on the
front panel of the CVR alone is connected to the Test Set. This switch has no affect when the CVR is
installed on an aircraft or receives its power from another source.
(29)
+28VDC and GND Jacks - These jacks allow an external power supply to power the CVR when the
Test Set is connected to the CVR rear connector. The power supply must be able to provide about
800mA of continuous current with an initial power on surge of about 1.5 amps. The CVR draws about
400mA and the Test Set and external control unit draw about 200mA each, depending on how many
switches and segments on the bar graph are illuminated.
A power supply connected to these jacks will not power the CVR when installed on an aircraft because
the CVR is receiving its power from the aircraft and not the Test Set.
(30)
FDR DATA Switch - The Flight Data Recorder switch is a future provision however, it must be set to
the 64W position.
(31)
INT MIC - The Test Set internal microphone is used to input recorded speech to the CVR via the Test
Set.
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B.
Test Set Panel Layout
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C.
ANSI Terminal Interface

In addition to the features described above, the test set and harness, when connected to an RS232C ANSI
terminal (or any PC with a software package capable of emulating a VT100 type terminal), includes the
following features which can be seen and controlled on the terminal. The terminal screen is divided into an
upper portion and a lower portion. The upper portion provides information while the lower portion indicates the
various modes.
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Upper Portion of Screen:
(1)
MODE - Displays the active mode; record, playback, self test, bulk erase and calibration.
(2)
OPERATION - Displays the current operation; recording, playing, stopped, erasing, testing and
calibration.
(3)
ELAPSED TIME - Displays in hours: minutes: seconds. The elapsed timer is reset using R command
on the keyboard.
(4)
ROTOR SPEED - Rotor speed is displayed in Hz when a valid rotor speed input is provided. When
there is no rotor speed input, it will read - - - -Hz.
(5)
RECORD - This number is used to find a specific spot on the recording.
(6)
RECORD HOURS - Displays the total number of hours that the recorder has accumulated. Used for
inspection/maintenance purposes.
(7)
SELF TEST RESULTS - Self Test results for CVR Fault, Flash Memory, Power Supply and Audio.
CVR FAULT - Will display ON or OFF.
Flash Status - Will display either OK or FAIL.
Power Supply Test - Will display either PASS or FAIL as well as power supply voltages for +5V,
filtered +5V, -5V, +12V, -12V and Input Voltage.
Audio Test - Each of the six channel fields will display either PASS or FAIL.
DUART Inputs - Not used by field installation personnel.
Para Inputs - Not used by field installation personnel.
(8)
Channel, Record - This field displays the record number for each of the six channels. This gives an
indication of the relative position in the audio buffer. 30 min audio buffers may display dashes for the
record number if the audio buffer is inactive at the time. This occurs for the first 90 minutes of a 120
minute channel during playback mode.
(9)
ARINC 429 GMT - Displays the current time detected by the ARINC 429 GMT bus during record
mode. Field is dashed during recording when GMT is not present. During playback, the display
represents GMT as recorded in flash memory.
(10)
FSK GMT - Displays the current time detected by the FSK GMT bus during record mode. Field is
dashed during recording when FSK GMT is not present. During playback, the display represents FSK
GMT as recorded in flash memory.
(11)
BITE Status - Not used by installation personnel.
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Lower Portion of Screen:
(1)
1. Record - Typing 1 and pressing enter will begin recording.
(2)
2. Play - Typing 2 and pressing enter will begin play. When Play is entered immediately after Record,
the play will start at the beginning of the recording. Entering Play momentarily during recording mode
will leave an index that the play mode will begin at the next time it is entered.
(3)
3. Stop - Typing 3 and pressing enter will stop the record or play mode.
(4)
4. Bulk Erase - Typing 4 and pressing enter will initiate the bulk erase mode.
(5)
5. Self Test - Typing 5 and pressing enter will initiate self test.
(6)
F = Forward - Pressing F while in the play mode will cause the recording to skip forward at a rate of 100
records (approx. 3 seconds) per keystroke. Holding F down will accelerate this rate.
(7)
C = System Calibration - Pressing C on the terminal initiates an internal audio calibration. Before
calibrating, the 24dB, 12dB, 6dB attenuation switches on the Test Set must be off or the CTRL UNIT
Switch on the Test Set must be OFF.
(8)
R = Reverse - Pressing R while in the play mode will cause the recording to reverse at a rate of 100
records (approx. 3 seconds) per keystroke. Holding R down will accelerate this rate.
(9)
CTRL+F = Fast Forward - Pressing Control and F will cause the recording to skip forward at a rate of
1000 records (approximately 30 seconds) per keystroke. Holding F down will accelerate this rate.
(10)
CTRL+R = Fast Reverse - Pressing Control and R will cause the recording to skip back at a rate of 1000
records (approximately 30 seconds) per keystroke. Holding R down will accelerate this rate.
(11)
E = Reset Elapsed Time - Pressing E will zero out the Elapsed Time.
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2. Abbreviations and Terminology ............................................................................................... 1

Description and Operation ............................................................................................. 1

Remote Mic Amplifier.................................................................................................................................... 5

G. Annunciator / Switch Kit ................................................................................................................................ 5

FAA Approval ............................................................................................................ 101

4. Airplane Flight Manual Supplement..................................................................................... 108

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Equipment Specifications ........................................................................................... 201

2. Equipment Specification Tables ........................................................................................... 202

3. Installation Kits ..................................................................................................................... 206

4. Drawings ............................................................................................................................... 208

Rack (P/N L404A-50-S-1/DPXB-0) ........................................................................................................... 209

C. Rack Footprint ............................................................................................................................................ 210

Control Unit, ARINC w/Mic (P/N 1633-0X) ............................................................................................. 213

G. Remote Mic Amplifier, ARINC (P/N 1637-02) ......................................................................................... 214

Remote Switch and Jack Kit (P/N 1341) .................................................................................................... 216

Annunciator Switch Detail.......................................................................................................................... 217

K. Area Microphone (P/N 16301) ................................................................................................................... 218

Installation and Wiring ............................................................................................... 301

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8. Pin Out Charts ....................................................................................................................... 315

Remote Mic Amplifier, Slimline P/N 1635-02 Pin Out.............................................................................. 320

Maintenance, Checkout and Troubleshooting ........................................................... 401

2. Post-Installation Checkout Procedure ................................................................................... 402

4. Flight Checkout Procedure.................................................................................................... 408

5. Test Set (P/N 1623-01).......................................................................................................... 411

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Maintenance, Checkout, and Troubleshooting of the CVR System.

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7 recorded channels (6 voice plus rotor speed)

Maintenance on Condition Only (excluding ULB)

30,000 hrs. MTBF

Diagnostics and Maintenance Alert through Cockpit Control Panel

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