ARTEX B406-4 User Manual

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Feb 28/2019
570-5004 Rev. N
Initial Issue DEC 02/1999
ARTEX PRODUCTS / ACR ELECTRONICS, INC.
5757 Ravenswood Rd, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
Cage Code: 18560
25-62-03
B406-4
Emergency Locator Transmitter
Description, Operation, Installation and Maintenance Manual
This manual includes data for the equipment that follows:
Component Part No. Model No.
Emergency Locator Transmitter 453-5004 B406-4

ARTEX B406-4 Specifications

General

Brand	ARTEX
Model	B406-4
Category	Transmitter
Language	English

Summary

Record of Revisions

Service Bulletin List

List of Effective Pages

List of Figures

Introduction

Manual Usage

Guides on how to use the manual, including website references and regulatory notes.

Model Description

Describes the B406-4 ELT, its type, components, and system ordering.

Approvals

Lists the certifications and standards the B406-4 ELT meets, including FAA TSO.

Frequency Allocations

Discusses the 406 MHz transmitter frequency and its allocations.

List of Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Definitions

Provides definitions for terms and acronyms used throughout the manual.

References

Lists regulatory documents and other relevant literature for the ELT.

Description and Operation

Description

Provides a functional overview and details the components of the B406-4 ELT.

Operation

Explains the operational overview, normal operation, manual activation, reset, and functional checks.

Specifications

Details the environmental, physical, electrical, and antenna specifications of the ELT.

Test and Fault Isolation

Inspection and Test Regulatory Requirements

Outlines regulatory requirements for ELT inspection and testing in the US, Canada, and other countries.

Inspection and Test Procedures

Provides a checklist and detailed steps for inspecting and testing the ELT.

Troubleshooting

Offers guidelines for troubleshooting ELT self-test error codes and operational issues.

Removal

ELT

Details the sequence and steps for removing the ELT from its mounting.

Battery

Provides instructions for removing the ELT battery pack.

Material or Equipment Return

Outlines procedures for returning material or equipment to the factory, including shipment and RMA info.

Installation

Regulatory Requirements and Guidelines

Covers US registration, TSO C126, FAA guidelines, and Canadian/international requirements.

Mounting Tray

Details location selection and installation procedures for the ELT mounting tray.

Antenna

Guides on antenna selection, location, and installation for the ELT.

Remote Switch Panel

Provides instructions for locating and installing the cockpit remote switch panel.

Buzzer

Covers the location and installation of the audible buzzer.

Wiring

General Considerations and Recommendations

Discusses general wiring practices, grounding, shielding, and connector considerations.

Remote Switch Panel Harness Fabrication and Installation

Details fabricating and installing the harness for the remote switch panel.

Buzzer Wiring Fabrication

Explains how to fabricate wiring for the buzzer.

ELT 12-Pin Receptacle Wiring Fabrication and Installation

Covers wiring fabrication and installation for the ELT's 12-pin receptacle.

Coax Cables Installation

Provides instructions for routing and supporting coax cables.

Antenna Connections

Details connecting the coax cables to the antenna.

Airframe Ground Connections

Outlines how to make airframe ground connections for the system.

Buzzer Connections

Explains how to connect the buzzer wires to power, ground, and panel.

Remote Switch Panel Final Installation

Covers the final steps for installing the remote switch panel assembly.

Appendix A – ELT Registration

Background Information

Explains the 406 MHz Hex ID code and its transmitted information.

Reason for Registration

Details why ELT registration is important for search and rescue operations.

Registration Information Resources

Provides references to COSPAS-SARSAT documents and websites for registration.

Registration

Outlines the owner's responsibility, required information, and where to register the ELT.

Illustrated Parts List

Introduction

Explains the purpose of the illustrated parts list and scope of replaceable parts.

Manufacturer Name and Address

Provides contact information for ordering parts from ACR Electronics or dealers.

Explanation of Detailed Parts List Entries

Describes how to interpret the columns in the detailed parts list.

Detailed Parts List

Lists the parts with figures, part numbers, nomenclature, and units per assembly.