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Aeroflex IFR 4000 User Manual

Aeroflex IFR 4000
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NAV/COMM Test Set
IFR 4000
Operation Manual
Issue-5

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Aeroflex IFR 4000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Modulation TypesAM, FM, PM
Input Impedance50 ohms
Audio Generator Frequency20 Hz to 20 kHz
Audio Analyzer Frequency20 Hz to 20 kHz
IBASICYes
Tracking GeneratorYes
RF Connector TypeN-type
DisplayColor LCD
Power Supply100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Summary

EXPORT CONTROL WARNING

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Nomenclature Statement

Product Warranty

General Safety Precautions

Safety Terminology and Symbols

Explains safety terms, symbols, and grounding precautions.

Battery and Interference Warnings

Warnings related to the internal battery and potential EMI.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

INTRODUCTION

ORGANIZATION

Describes the manual's division into chapters and sections.

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

LIST OF TABLES

SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF MATERIAL

SECTION 1 - DESCRIPTION

1.1 DESCRIPTION

Details the IFR 4000 test set's purpose and design.

1.2 FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

Lists the features and capabilities of the IFR 4000 test set.

SECTION 2 - OPERATION

1. INSTALLATION

Details the general installation steps for the IFR 4000.

1.2 BATTERY OPERATION

Explains how to operate the IFR 4000 using its internal battery.

1.3 BATTERY CHARGING

Provides instructions for charging the IFR 4000's battery.

1.4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Lists essential safety precautions for installation and operation.

2. CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND INDICATORS

IFR 4000 Front Panel

Diagram and labels for the IFR 4000 front panel layout.

3. PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

3.1 GENERAL

General information about performance evaluation.

3.2 SELF TEST

Step-by-step guide to performing the IFR 4000 self-test.

4. OPERATING PROCEDURES

4.1 GENERAL

Overview of operating procedures and available modes.

OPERATIONAL MODES

VOR Mode Screen

Explains the fields and parameters for the VOR operational mode.

LOCALIZER Mode Screen

Explains the fields and parameters for the Localizer operational mode.

GLIDESLOPE Mode Screen

Explains the fields and parameters for the Glideslope operational mode.

MARKER BEACON Mode Screen

Details the fields and parameters for the Marker Beacon operational mode.

ILS Mode Screen

Explains the fields and parameters for the ILS operational mode.

COMM AM Mode Screen

Details the fields and parameters for the COMM AM operational mode.

COMM FM Mode Screen

Explains the fields and parameters for the COMM FM operational mode.

COMM SSB Mode Screen

Details the fields and parameters for the COMM SSB operational mode.

SELCAL Mode Screen

Details the SELCAL mode for testing transceivers with selective calling.

FREQUENCY COUNTER Mode Screen

Explains the use of the frequency counter function with the AUX I/O connector.

121.5/243 BEACON Mode Screen

Procedure for testing short range swept tone emergency beacons.

406 BEACON Mode Screen

Details testing procedures for 406 MHz long range position reporting beacons.

METER FUNCTIONS

PWR MTR ZERO Screen

Procedure for zeroing the power meter.

SWR Mode Screen

Covers CW SWR and Swept SWR measurement procedures.

GUIDED TEST

CREATING A SEQUENCE

Step-by-step guide for creating and storing test sequences.

DELETING A SEQUENCE

Procedure for deleting stored test sequences.

PLAYING A SEQUENCE

Instructions on how to recall and execute stored guided test sequences.

DOWNLOAD SEQUENCES THROUGH A REMOTE CONNECTION

Guide to downloading test sequences from the IFR 4000 to a PC.

UPLOAD SEQUENCES THROUGH A REMOTE CONNECTION

Guide to uploading test sequences from a PC to the IFR 4000.

SECTION 3 - SPECIFICATIONS

Output Level

Specifications for RF signal generator output levels across different connectors and modes.

Spectral Purity

Details on harmonics and spurious emissions of the RF signal generator.

VOR Mode

LOC Mode

Specifies accuracy and modulation parameters for LOC mode.

G/S MODE

Specifies accuracy and modulation parameters for G/S mode.

MARKER MODE

Specifies accuracy and modulation parameters for Marker Beacon mode.

COMM Mode (AM)

Specifies accuracy and modulation parameters for COMM AM mode.

COMM Mode (FM)

Specifies deviation range and accuracy for COMM FM mode.

SELCAL Mode

Specifies SELCAL tone accuracy and transmit modes.

METER FUNCTIONS

External Frequency Counter

Specifies frequency range, resolution, and sensitivity for the counter.

Power Meter (RF I/O Connector)

Specifies frequency range, power range, resolution, accuracy, and duty cycle for the power meter.

MISCELLANEOUS

Inputs/Outputs

Details specifications for RF I/O, ANT, SWR, and AUX connectors.

Time Base (TCXO)

Specifies temperature stability, aging, and accuracy of the time base.

Battery

Details the battery type and duration.

SECTION 4 - SHIPPING

1. SHIPPING TEST SETS

Information required for returning test sets for service.

1.2 REPACKING PROCEDURE

Step-by-step instructions for repacking the test set for shipping.

SECTION 5 - STORAGE

APPENDIX A - CONNECTOR PIN-OUT TABLES

1. I/O CONNECTORS

Lists I/O connectors, their types, signal types, and input/output designations.

APPENDIX B - METRIC/BRITISH IMPERIAL CONVERSION TABLE WITH NAUTICAL DISTANCE CONVERSIONS

APPENDIX C - FACTORY PRESETS

APPENDIX D - ABBREVIATIONS

APPENDIX E - SERIAL INTERFACE CABLE

APPENDIX F - 406 BEACON APPLICATIONS AND PROTOCOLS

1. CODING OPTIONS FOR USER PROTOCOLS

Lists applications and their corresponding identification data and protocols.

INDEX

FOR QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY

BATTERY/VOLTAGE INSTRUCTIONS

Instructions for battery and voltage handling for qualified service personnel.

SAFETY FIRST: TO ALL SERVICE PERSONNEL

Handling and Component Safety

Safety warnings for equipment handling, panel removal, and battery/fuse replacement.

Safety Terminology and Symbols

Explains safety terms, symbols, and grounding precautions.

FUSE REPLACEMENT

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

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