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Doc# 2016-25-05 Rev F Technical Support 678-208-3087 Ext #1 Airtext Installation Manual
NOTE
Solder Sleeves with pre-installed lead: A preferred solder sleeve is the Raychem S02 Series with the
thermochromic temperature indicator. These solder sleeves come with a pre-installed lead. For detailed
instructions on product use, refer to Raychem installation procedure.
3. Slide a shield terminator onto the prepared cable assembly and connect the wire to the shield using a
heat gun approved for use with solder sleeves. The chosen size of solder sleeve must accommodate both
the number of conductors present in the cable and the wire to be attached.
NOTE
Each tapped hole on the shield block may accommodate only two ring terminals. It is preferred that a
maximum of two wires be terminated per ring terminal. Two wires per ring terminal will necessitate the
use of a ring terminal, #8, insulated, 14-16 AWG (MS25036-153). If only a single wire is left, or if only a
single wire is needed for this connector a ring terminal, #8, insulated, 18-22 AWG (MS25036-149) can
accommodate this single wire. If more wires exist for the connector than two per ring terminal, it is
permissible to terminate three wires per ring terminal.
5. Terminate the ring terminals to the shield block by placing items on the pan head screw in the
following order: split washer, flat washer, first ring terminal, second ring terminal if needed, before
finally inserting the screw into the tapped holes on the shield block.
6. Wrap the cable bundle with silicone fusion tape (P/N 700-00022-100 or a similar version) at the point
where the backshell strain relief and cast housing will contact the cable bundle.
7. Place the smooth side of the backshell strain relief across the cable bundle and secure using the two
screws.
WARNING
Placing the grooved side of the strain relief across the cable bundle may damage wires.
NOTE
Ensure the Airtext router’s serial number and Iridium Radio’s IMEI number, located on the bottom of the
unit is noted and saved in a convenient location for future reference.
Airtext Mounting
The Airtext transceiver is mounted using four #8 pan head screws (MS35206, AN526, or equivalent) onto
a solid surface. Install Airtext in accordance with AC 43.13-2B chapter 2. Torque fasteners until snug,
plus one-quarter turn. The unit can be mounted either horizontally or vertically to match the best space
found in the aircraft. Because the weight of Airtext is only 1.1 lbs., the impact of the weight to the
surrounding structure is negligible. Airtext should be mounted inside the cabin to get better signal
strength.
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