Introduction
2 Apollo SL40 Field Maintenance Manual
R
EGULATORY
C
OMPLIANCE
The Apollo SL40 is designed and tested to meet the following TSOs:
FAA TSO-C37d for transmit
FAA TSO-C38d for receive
FAA TSO-C128 for unintentional transmission (stuck mic)
The Apollo SL40 complies with the FCC requirements specified in:
CFR 47, Part 87, Aviation Services, Subpart D, Technical Requirements
CFR 47, Part 15, Radio Frequency Devices, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators
The Apollo SL40 software is designed and tested to RTCA/DO-178B, level C.
Note:
Unauthorized changes or modifications to the SL40 may void the compliance to
required regulatory agencies and authorization for continued equipment usage.
H
ANDLING
C
ONSIDERATIONS
ESD P
ROTECTION
The case on the SL40 is designed to protect the components from mechanical damage and
also provides protection from damage due to electrostatic discharge. Open the case only
when the unit is in an ESD safe work area. Observe proper ESD techniques when
working on the unit.
Figure 1 SL40 Front Panel