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Overview of the RDR-1700A Radar System's purpose and capabilities.
Description of the system's seven flight-line replaceable units and their roles.
Details on the antenna drive unit, receiver-transmitter, interface unit, and radar indicator.
Explanation of system controls, data processing, and display techniques.
Details on the radar system's operational modes like Search, Weather, and Beacon.
Covers maritime sea search and low-altitude terrain mapping operations.
Provides enroute weather information, rainfall rate, and storm detection.
Interrogates and receives pulses from airborne or ground-based transponders.
Tracks up to 20 ground targets using platform and AHARS data.
Displays radar data with superimposed navigation or other data.
Displays radar data with range markings and GMT.
Displays heading information superimposed over radar data.
Plots waypoint information from a navigation system.
Displays flight log information programmed into the NAV system.
Describes selectable display modes like ACFT Stabilized and NORTH Stabilized.
Presents radar image with aircraft heading towards the top of the screen.
Displays radar image with North at the top center of the screen.
Displays scene as stationary with aircraft symbol moving over it.
Allows offsetting the sweep origin to any position on the screen.
Allows changing the rate at which the antenna rotates.
Lists system components with Telephonics part numbers and descriptions.
Details connector part numbers for unit installation.
Specifies types of waveguide and electrical specifications.
Details radome requirements for transmissivity and reflection.
Explains the need for AHRS data for stabilization and tracking.
Lists AHRS ARINC 429 data labels, definitions, and usage for Tracker mode.
Details navigation system requirements for tracker and display.
Details air data system requirements for tracker and display.
Specifies how the aircraft lighting bus controls display buttons.
Details the required 28 VDC and 115 VAC power sources.
Installer responsibility for fabricating electrical cables according to diagrams.
Explains the WOW safety input to disable the transmitter when on the ground.
Lists navigation ARINC 429 data labels, definitions, and usage.
Lists air data system ARINC 429 data labels, definitions, and usage.
Lists power requirements, weight, and operational ranges for the system.
Details power, frequency, pulse width, PRF, and STC range for RT-1501A.
Details power, scan, rate, stabilization limits, and beamwidth for DA-1503B.
Details frequency, gain, power handling, sidelobe, and VSWR for AA-1504A.
Details power, display storage, accuracy, interfaces, and temperature for IU-1707A.
Details power, video input, viewing area, temperature, and environmental for IN-1502R.
Details power, video input, viewing area, temperature, and environmental for IN-1702A.
Lists the six basic units comprising the RDR-1700A Radar System.
Describes the RT-1501A function, frequency, maintenance, and mounting.
Details the DA-1503B and AA-1504A assembly, scanning, and control.
Describes the IU-1507B as central data processor and its interfaces.
Describes indicator interface, video outputs, and ARINC 429 control inputs.
Explains the joystick function for system acceptance and target selection.
Lists precautions for operating the radar system, especially regarding radiation.
Refers to the Pilot's Guide for detailed information on controls and displays.
Provides overview of installation, drawings, and airframe requirements.
Instructions for unpacking system components and checking for damage.
Bench testing procedures and cable continuity/insulation tests.
Guidelines for planning the installation, including drawings.
Location of unit outline drawings and the system inter-wiring diagram.
Guidelines for selecting convenient, vibration/heat-free locations for units.
Explains how the lighting bus controls display menu buttons.
Details the required 28 VDC and 115 VAC power sources.
Requires roll/pitch voltages from vertical gyro for antenna stabilization.
Steps for assembling and installing the antenna drive unit and array.
Notes that shock mounting is not required and ventilation is not important.
Antenna designed for un-pressurized sections; notes on airframe seals.
Conditions for aligning antenna centerline, scan axis, and tilt axis.
Radome requirements for transmissivity, incident reflection, side lobes, and boresight errors.
Details installation location, mounting tray, and space requirements.
Details location, mounting tray, and space requirements for the interface unit.
Core installation step for waveguide and cables.
Guidance on supporting, protecting, and grounding cables.
Instructions for installing waveguide sections, minimizing joints and ensuring proper routing.
Checks for mechanical/electrical security of components and controls.
Setting the radar system to standby mode after applying power.
Procedures for checking RADAR TEST mode, patterns, and antenna scanning.
Tests for accurate positioning of the vertical gyro in pitch and roll.
Verifies correct antenna tilt settings relative to zero degrees and reference marks.
Calibrates pitch stabilization by adjusting tilt and checking gyro response.
Calibrates roll stabilization by adjusting tilt and checking gyro response.
Tests RF energy radiation in various modes, with safety warnings.
Checks for interference between radar and other aircraft electronics.
Assumes post-installation checks are complete; checks system before flight.
Verifies the WXA mode functionality with red ground return flashing.
Inspection of unit mounting structures, connectors, and wiring.
Inspection of radome for corrosion, damage, paint layers, and metallic particles.
Inspection of waveguide for chafing, kinks, dents, bends, and corrosion.
Inspection of antenna array for dents, distortion, and corrosion.
Inspection for excessive dust, dirt, fluids, or debris.
Details periodic maintenance tasks for components like MT-1508A.
Recommended maintenance schedule for DA-1503B at various hour intervals.
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