570-2000, Rev. E, 453-2000 Handheld Programmer Operations Manual
4.6 Country Code Database
The Handheld Programmer is loaded at Artex with a Country Code Database to be used
with the Artex software. This database contains all listed countries assigned a three-
digit Maritime Identification Digit (MID) by the International Telecommunications Union
(ITU) and ICAO.
The database may be sorted either in alphabetical order (by country name) or in
numerical order (by country code). The complete list can be seen by scrolling, using
your stylus and the scroll bar to the right of the screen. See examples in Figure 9.
Figure 9: Alphabetical and Numerical Sorting Examples
For country codes not listed, “manual entry” may be used.
NOTES
: Many countries have multiple country codes assigned by the International
Telecommunications Union (ITU). Artex has verified the required or preferred country
code for as many countries as possible.
The list contained in the Handheld Programmer represents our best efforts and lists
only one option for each country listed. If a conflict arises with your national authority,
please contact Artex, such that we may update our information.
4.7 Protocols
The desired programming protocol must be selected. Consult with local aviation
authorities for possible programming protocol exceptions/additional rules that may apply
for particular countries.
In the protocol field, select the type of programming desired by tapping on the drop-
down menu to show the protocol options. Refer to Table 1 to determine which ELTs are
“Short Message” ELTs and which are “Long Message” ELTs. Short message ELTs accept
short message protocol programming only. Long message ELTs may use either long
message or short message protocol programming. The protocols are:
Aviation User / Tail Number (Short)
Serial User / ELT / COSPAS (Short)
Serial User/ Aircraft 24-Bit Addr (Short)
Serial User/Aircraft 24-Bit/Ntl (Short)
Serial User/ Aircraft Operator Designator (Short)
Aviation User / Tail Number / Location (Long)
Std Location / Aircraft 24-Bit Address (Long)
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