GE ADTS542F User Manual

GE ADTS542F User Manual

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  • Page 1 Measurement & Control GE Air Data Test Sets ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 2 GE. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by GE is under license.
  • Page 3: Scope

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Introduction This User Manual provides operating instructions for the Air Data Test Sets (ADTS) compatible with the requirements of first line operation. Scope This User Manual contains the description, identification data and operating procedures for the user of this equipment.
  • Page 4: Marks And Symbols On The Equipment

    - Your local government office. The Bluetooth® wireless technology word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by GE is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 5: Compliance Statements

    This device is only authorized for use in a mobile application. At least 20 cm of separation distance between the ADTS542F device and the user's body must be maintained at all times. ADTS542F: Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: QOQWT41.
  • Page 6 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. ADTS542F: Contains IC ID: 5123A-BGTWT41 - dipole antenna: 50 ohms, 2.3dBi gain ADTS552F: IC ID: 12097A-ADTS552F01 - patch antenna: 50 ohms, 6.662dBi gain ADTS542F/ADTS552F/ADTS553F/ADTS554F Conformément à...
  • Page 7 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual ADTS542F: contient IC ID: 5123A-BGTWT41 - antenne dipole: 50 ohms, 2.3dBi gain ADTS552F: IC ID: 12097A-ADTS552F01 - antenne patch: 50 ohms, 6.662dBi gain ADTS Touch Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada.
  • Page 8 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual This radio transmitter (12097A-ADTSTOUCH02) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual CHINA ADTS542F: CMIIT - 2015DJ5155 ADTS552F: CMIIT – 2015DJ6744 ADTSTOUCH: CMIIT – 2015DJ5598 KOREA 해당 무선설비는 운용 중 전파혼신 가능성이 있음 For safety related information refer to K0554 “Safety and Installation Guide”. Table of Contents Preliminary Pages...
  • Page 10 Settings 3-11 Tools 3-19 Go to ground 3-24 Manual Venting of the Aircraft Pitot and Static Systems 3-28 3.10 Example Basic Aircraft Test Operation using the ADTS542F 3-30 3.11 Engine Pressure Ratio (EPR) 3-33 3.12 Test sequence 3-34 3.13 Pt Only or Ps Only Control modes 3-41 3.14...
  • Page 11 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Table of Contents 3.15 ADTS TOUCH-ER (Extended Range) Bluetooth® 3-44 CALIBRATION Introduction PIN codes and PIN protection Calibration process Calibration description Completion of sensor calibration MAINTENANCE Introduction Maintenance Tasks Routine Maintenance Battery care and maintenance Software updates...
  • Page 12 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual List of Figures FIG. TITLE PAGE ADTS542F General Arrangement ADTS552F General Arrangement ADTS553F General Arrangement ADTS554F General Arrangement ADTS Touch ADTS Touch status indicators ADTS Touch controls ADTS Altitude correction ADTS power-up self test screen Dashboard Measure mode screen...
  • Page 13 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual List of Figures 3-17 Aircraft at ground 3-27 3-18 Go to ground complete 3-28 3-19 Manual let-down ADTS542F and ADTS552F 3-29 3-20 Manual let-down ADTS553F 3-30 3-21 Manual let-down ADTS554F 3-30 3-22 EPR Control Screen (Method 1)
  • Page 14: List Of Tables

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual List of Tables TABLE TITLE PAGE Conditions for shipping and storage Test set status indications Settings menu 3-11 Tools menu 3-20 Calibration requirements ADTS542F Calibration requirements ADTS552F Equipment requirements Calibration check points Adjustment points Maintenance Chart Maintenance tasks Associated documents K0563 Service manual.
  • Page 15 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Abbreviations Altitude Alt1 Altitude static channel 1 Alt2 Altitude static channel 2 ARINC Air Radio Incorporated Airspeed indicator Automatic Test Equipment Calibrated airspeed COSHH Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations Centimetre Direct current Define e.g. For example Engine Pressure Ratio etc.
  • Page 16 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Abbreviations Kilogram Kilometre Knots Liquid crystal display Metre Milliampere Mach Speed ratio to the speed of sound Maximum mbar Millibar Minute or minimum Millimetre Miles per hour Millivolts Number Personal identification number Static pressure Static pressure channel 1...
  • Page 17 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Abbreviations Rate of climb RS232 Serial communications protocol Rate Rt CAS Rate of CAS Real time clock SCPI Standard commands for programmable instruments Standard Serviceability Test Stainless steel True Airspeed Volts Volt Ampere Positive Negative K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 18: Glossary

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual The terminology used in this manual is specific and individual interpretation must not be introduced. The terms are defined as follows: Glossary Adjust To bring to a more satisfactory state; to manipulate controls, levers, linkages, etc. to return equip- ment from an out-of-tolerance condition to an in-tolerance condition.
  • Page 19: Pressure Units And Conversion Factors

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Pressure units and conversion factors Pressure units Factor (hPa) Pressure units Factor (hPa) O @ 20°C mbar 0.978903642 O @ 20°C 1000.0 97.8903642 0.01 0.0980665 Pa (N/m kg/m 980.665 kg/cm 10.0 torr 1.333223684 10000.0 1013.25 mmHg @ 0°C 1.333223874...
  • Page 20 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 21: Adts542F

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Description The GE family of Air Data Test Sets (ADTS) provide accurate air data to test two, three and four- channel systems. The manufacturer has designed this equipment to be safe when operated using the procedures detailed in this user manual.
  • Page 22 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Test set status indications (see below): a: Power on and self test b: Battery pack status (if fitted) ® c: Bluetooth wireless technology connection status d: Aircraft status ADTS Touch umbilical cable connector External functional earth/ground terminal...
  • Page 23: Adts552F

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual ADTS552F Figure 1-2 ADTS552F General Arrangement The ADTS552F incorporates all the features of the ADTS542F but with an optional communications board, which is located below the cover (10). Cover for, optional, communications board, K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 24: Adts553F

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual ADTS553F Figure 1-3 ADTS553F General Arrangement The ADTS553F incorporates all the features of the ADTS552F but with an additional Static (Ps2) port (11), making it a three channel test set. Static (Ps2) port K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 25: Adts554F

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual ADTS554F Figure 1-4 ADTS554F General Arrangement The ADTS554F incorporates all the features of the ADTS553F but with an additional Pitot (Pt2) port (12), making it a four channel test set. Pitot (Pt2) port ADTS Touch The ADTS Touch is used to control all required functions. The ADTS Touch can be positioned (docked) ®...
  • Page 26: Adts Touch

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Figure 1-5 ADTS Touch The top edge of the ADTS Touch screen features a set of status indicators (A). The status indicator icons show: Status indications (from left to right): Battery icon Battery charge level indication is only visible when a battery is fitted to the ADTS Touch ®...
  • Page 27: Adts Touch Controls

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual The ADTS Touch features a set of controls along the bottom edge of the screen (B), these controls only become visible after selecting a main menu item on the “Dashboard”: Figure 1-7 ADTS Touch controls 1. Back/Return: takes you back to the previous selection and will continue taking you back, one step at a time, until you reach the “Dashboard”...
  • Page 28 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 29: Packaging

    • Front panel labels • Backpack (ADTS542F only) • ADTS Touch carry case • Second slave ADTS Touch (not for ADTS542F). Special Request Please keep the special packing boxes so that the ADTS can be safely shipped for calibration, repair or storage.
  • Page 30: Returned Goods Procedure

    Should the ADTS require calibration or become unserviceable, it can be returned to the GE approved service department. Please contact the GE Service Department, either by 'phone, fax or E-mail, to obtain a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number or (Return Material Authorization [RMA] in USA), providing the following information: Product (i.e.
  • Page 31: Electrical Connection

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Electrical Connection WARNING VOLTAGES IN EXCESS OF 30 VOLTS (RMS) AC OR 50 VOLTS DC, IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, CAN BE LETHAL. CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN WORKING ON LIVE, EXPOSED CONDUCTORS Power Supply 110/230 VAC, 50/60Hz Single phase...
  • Page 32: Pneumatic Pressure Connections

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual External functional earth/ground terminal An external earth/ground connection stud is available as functional earth on the front panel providing a connection point for other equipment to be connected to the same earth/ground connection as the test set (This is not a protective earth/ground connection).
  • Page 33 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual inst reference level STATIC AIR DATA COMPUTER PITOT altitude correction value reference level Figure 2-1 ADTS Altitude correction Note: Enter a positive correction factor when ADTS is below the aircraft reference. Enter a negative correction factor when ADTS is above the aircraft reference.
  • Page 34 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 35: Preparation

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual CHAPTER 3 OPERATION Preparation WARNING OBSERVE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS STATED IN LOCAL ORDERS AND THE AIRCRAFT OR EQUIPMENT SERVICING PROCEDURES. AUTION It is the responsibility of the user to make sure that the pneumatic control range limits are set below the maximum operating limits of the equipment under test.
  • Page 36: Power-Up Routine

    If the self test fails (red “Fault” indication), or for any other reason the test set is considered to be unserviceable, contact GE and return the test set to the GE or GE approved service centre. During the “Power-up” routine, the following screen is displayed showing a “Progress” bar at the...
  • Page 37: Dashboard

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 2. Switch the ADTS Touch ON. 3. Select “Tools” on the “Dashboard”. 4. From the “Tools” menu, select “Bluetooth”. The “Bluetooth” sub-menu opens. 5. Select “List of devices”. The “Select device” panel opens showing a list of serial numbers for devices for a connection attempt.
  • Page 38: Pitot Static

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Pitot static EPR (see section 3.11) Settings Tools Test sequence (swipe to view) (see section 3 13) Pitot Static When “Pitot Static” is selected on the dashboard, the resulting screen will clearly display whether the ADTS is currently controlling the pressures at the Ps and Pt ports (CONTROL) or passively measuring the pressures at the Ps and Pt ports (MEASURE).
  • Page 39: Control Mode Screen

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Control mode When CONTROL mode is selected at icon (1), the ADTS pumps and pressure control functions are activated but will not cause any change in the current pressures unless requested by the operator. The CONTROL mode screen also displays real time Pitot Static parameter measurements based on the current pressures and rates of change of pressures present at the Ps and Pt ports.
  • Page 40: Numbered Keypad Screen

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual ALT, CAS and Mach The following controls are available when “Aeronautical” units are selected: Figure 3-5 Numbered keypad screen • ALT Displays the currently selected altitude. To change the altitude value: 1. Touch the “Aim” value (1) to highlight it.
  • Page 41: Nudge Increment/Decrement Factor Selection

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Figure 3-6 Nudge increment/decrement factor selection - Select the new factor (7) from the list. The new factor is selected and the increment/decrement factor panel closes. - Touching the up/down controls (5/6) will increment/decrement the “Rate Aim” value by the new factor.
  • Page 42: Rate Timer Mode

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 5. Touching the “Cross” icon (4), cancels the action and closes the keypad. • Pt Displays the currently selected pressure. To change the value, repeat the same procedure as above for Ps. • Qc Displays the currently selected pressure. To change the value, repeat the same procedure as above for Ps.
  • Page 43: Set Time Panel

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Figure 3-8 Set time panel 2. On the “Set Time” panel, select the required “hours”, “minutes” and “seconds” (2). 3. Touch the “Tick” icon (3), the Set Time panel closes and the new time is displayed in the Rate Timer panel.
  • Page 44: Measured Average Rates Of Change

    3-10 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Figure 3-9 Measured average rates of change 3. To stop or reset the timer, touch the “cross” icon (7). The timer is reset, the elapsed time indicator is white and the word “Idle” is displayed. K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 45: Settings

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-11 Settings On the “Dashboard” screen, select “Settings”. The Settings screen opens showing the available controls. Note: The ADTS contains some PIN protected menus. A list of factory default PIN codes can be found in section 4, “PIN codes and PIN protection”.
  • Page 46 3-12 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Adjusts the brightness of the screen displays. Theme Changes the screen view from a dark background with white text to a light background with black text for bright sunlight use. Volume Adjusts the volume of the audible indications.
  • Page 47 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-13 - Touch the required units radio button. The Temperature units panel closes and the new Temperature units are displayed in the Temperature units panel. • ADTS limits: opens the “ADTS limits” sub-menu. The “ADTS limits” sub-menu contains the following...
  • Page 48 3-14 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Minimum Qc -1000.00 mbar Maximum Qc 867.00 mbar Maximum Mach 3.000 Mach Maximum ROC 6000 feet/min Maximum RtPs 500.00 mbar/min Maximum RtQc 500.00 mbar/min Alt correction ±100.0 feet ARINC - Max Aero (ADTS552F/553F/554F): Minimum altitude -3000 feet...
  • Page 49 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-15 Minimum Ps 115.97 mbar Maximum Ps 1051.00 mbar Minimum Qc 0.00 mbar Maximum Qc 368.01 mbar Maximum Mach 0.900 Mach Maximum ROC 6000 feet/min Maximum RtPs 109.85 mbar/min Maximum RtQc 109.85 mbar/min Alt correction ±100.0 feet...
  • Page 50 3-16 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Max Outlet 2200 mbar Min (Ratio) Max (Ratio) 10.0 Min Inlet Rate Max Inlet Rate 1000 mbar/min Min EPR Rate Max EPR Rate 60 mbar/min Select limits Shows the current setting. To change the select limits setting: 1.
  • Page 51 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-17 Delete limits When selected, this function requires you to enter a PIN code. To delete limits: 1. Touch “Delete limits”, a numbered keypad is displayed. 2. Enter your PIN number and touch the “tick” icon. The Delete limits panel opens. Touching the “cross”...
  • Page 52 3-18 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 4. Touching the “Cross” icon, cancels the action and closes the time panel. Time format: shows the current format. To change the time format: 1. Touch the time format panel. 2. Touch the required time format radio button. The time format radio button panel closes and the time format panel shows the selected format.
  • Page 53: Tools

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-19 Tools On the “Dashboard” screen, select “Tools”. Note: The ADTS contains some PIN protected menus. A list of factory default PIN codes can be found in section 4, “PIN codes and PIN protection”. The Tools screen opens showing the available controls. The following table is a tools menu overview:...
  • Page 54 3-20 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Table 3-3 Tools menu Calibration (Calibrate sensors) To access this function you will be required to enter your PIN. This function is used to set new corrected values for the sensors based on the outcome of the calibration procedures detailed in section 4 “Calibration”.
  • Page 55 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-21 • Certification status: shows certification and compliance information for the area in which the ADTS is being used. System Status Opens the “Status” sub-menu. The “Status” sub-menu contains the following items: • ADTS Touch: opens the “ADTS touch status” window containing the following items: - ADTS Touch: shows the model number and serial number of the ADTS Touch in use.
  • Page 56 3-22 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual - Software history: shows the “Software history” for: - ADTS Touch main code: shows the software versions and installation dates. - ADTS Touch OS build: shows the OS versions and installation dates. - ADTS Touch boot ROM: shows the boot ROM versions and installation dates.
  • Page 57: Adts Manuals Screen

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-23 4. Touch “No” to cancel the action and return to the “Save/Recall User Setup” sub-menu. • Restore last ADTS Touch settings: restores the settings to the last power-up state: 1. Touch the “Restore last settings” panel.
  • Page 58: Go To Ground

    3-24 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Go to ground Starts the “Go to ground” procedure for all channels. The ADTS takes all channels to ground pressure. See also section 1.6 “ADTS Touch”. 1. To command the controller to take all channels to ground pressure, first touch the "Aircraft Status”...
  • Page 59: Set Rate Panel

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-25 Figure 3-13 Set rate panel - Use the numbered keypad to input the new go to ground rate. - Touch the “tick” icon on the keypad (2). The keypad closes and the new rate is displayed.
  • Page 60: Aircraft Going To Ground

    3-26 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Figure 3-15 Aircraft going to ground 5. To request all channels to temporarily hold at the current controlled pressure, touch the green "hand" icon (5). The controller status bar will change from CONTROL to HOLD and the “Hand” will turn orange.
  • Page 61: Aircraft At Ground

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-27 When at ground pressure, the aircraft colour changes to green. Figure 3-17 Aircraft at ground 6. Touch the “cross” icon (6) to close the Go to ground screen. Figure 3-18 Go to ground complete The display shows “AT GROUND”. The ADTS will remain in this aircraft safe condition for as long as required so that Ps or Pt port pipe connections may be added or removed without creating pressure transients to connected systems.
  • Page 62: Manual Venting Of The Aircraft Pitot And Static Systems

    Open the valves slowly while monitoring the cockpit gauges for any excessive rate of change. The order the manual let-down valves are opened is: Figure 3-19 Manual let-down ADTS542F and ADTS552F Number of 1st Valve open...
  • Page 63: Manual Let-Down Adts553F

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-29 Figure 3-20 Manual let-down ADTS553F Number of 1st Valve open 2nd Valve open 3rd Valve open 4th Valve open Application Channels Ps2 to Ps1 (A) Pt1 to Ps1 (B) Ps1 to Atm (C) Smart Probe Angle of Attack...
  • Page 64: Example Basic Aircraft Test Operation Using The Adts542F

    3.10 Example Basic Aircraft Test Operation using the ADTS542F Preparation for Testing If unfamiliar with the features and functions of the ADTS542F then it is important for operators to read and understand the following documents before use: • Safety and Installation Guide K0554.
  • Page 65 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-31 Altimeter and Airspeed Indicator Testing Limits Protection Checks The ADTS will automatically power up with the HELICOPTER limits in force. This table enforces the most restricted control range on the ADTS output pressures, so this default configuration is the safest of the three predefine limit sets if working on small, low speed aircraft.
  • Page 66 3-32 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Typical Aircraft Instrument Performance Checks The required aircraft specific procedures will be detailed in the AMM but the following generic test is provided purely as an example of how the ADTS facilities might be best utilised.
  • Page 67: Engine Pressure Ratio (Epr)

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-33 End of testing When testing is complete, use the Aircraft status screen to initiate a descent to ambient ground pressure at a safe rate. The rate may be increased or decreased if required from within this screen.
  • Page 68 3-34 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-22 EPR C IGURE ONTROL CREEN ETHOD 3. Touch the “Aim” value (2). A numbered keypad opens. 4. Enter the desired “Aim” value and touch the “tick” icon. The numbered keypad closes and the previously entered value appears in the “IN” display.
  • Page 69: Test Sequence

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-35 On completion of the EPR checks, select “Go to ground” and wait for the AT GROUND message to be displayed, see also section 3.8, “Go To Ground”. Refit the pitot and static blanking caps. 3.12 Test sequence The test sequence mode allows you to run tests, using the ADTS, based on previously defined and stored test sequence data.
  • Page 70 3-36 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-25 T IGURE EST SEQUENCES MENU 4. Touch the desired test file radio button. A list of test procedures in that file is displayed. 3-26 T IGURE EST PROCEDURE SELECTION SCREEN 5. Select the desired test procedure from the list and touch the “tick” icon to select the procedure.
  • Page 71 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-37 3-27 S IGURE ELECT TEST PROCEDURE STEP 7. Use the up/down arrows (5) to select the desired procedural step. 8. If required, use the control (6) to toggle between Measure and Control modes. 9. When CONTROL mode is selected, the screen changes to CONTROL and shows the actual measurement and rate.
  • Page 72 3-38 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-28 T IGURE EST SEQUENCE SCREEN BASED ON IELD INPUT Test table title, e.g. Leak Test, which may be used as a title for a page of test aims Test reference column header Message text/prompt message Test Procedure (T.P.) step reference (1..4)
  • Page 73 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-39 K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 74: Adts Touch File Explorer Window

    3-40 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Saving Finished Test Sequences as CSV Format 1. When the test sequence data sheet has been completed, click “File”, “Save As”. The following screen is displayed: 3-30 S IGURE AVING THE TEST SEQUENCE FILE 2. Select the file folder destination in the explorer window.
  • Page 75: Pt Only Or Ps Only Control Modes

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-41 3-31 ADTS T IGURE OUCH FILE EXPLORER WINDOW 6. Either, copy and paste the CSV file from the PC file explorer, or drag-and-drop the CSV file from the PC file explorer into the already created “TestSequences” folder of the ADTS Touch.
  • Page 76: Bluetooth

    3-42 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 10. Select “Measure Only”. The Ps label changes to “Measure Only”. 11. Touch the “home” icon to return to the “Dashboard”. 12. On the “Dashboard” screen, select “Pitot Static”. The “Measure” screen is displayed. 13. Touch the “Control” (1) icon to toggle the controller on. The following screen is displayed:...
  • Page 77 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-43 3-34 B ® R IGURE LUETOOTH ELIABLE OVERAGE Optimum pairing procedure The following procedure is used to “Pair” the base unit and ADTS Touch: 1. Place the ADTS Touch on (but not docked) or close to the base unit.
  • Page 78: Adts Touch-Er (Extended Range) Bluetooth

    3-44 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3.15 ADTS TOUCH-ER (Extended Range) Bluetooth® On large aircraft, particularly if situated out in the open away from buildings or other reflective surfaces, Bluetooth® link performance can be impaired. The ADTS TOUCH-ER has been developed for these instances.
  • Page 79 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-45 3-36 B ® A IGURE LUETOOTH NTENNA XTENSION In general terms, the Bluetooth® performance with the different options can be described as follows, although this is very dependant upon aircraft type, and its immediate environment (in terms of RF reflecting surfaces).
  • Page 80 3-46 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3-37 B ® - C IGURE LUETOOTH ONTROLLER OSITIONING K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 81: Introduction

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual CHAPTER 4 CALIBRATION Introduction For the system to remain accurate, a calibration check should be carried out at regular intervals. The recommended calibration period is 12 months. If the accuracy of the system is not within the specification, carry out a calibration adjustment.
  • Page 82 Refer to current product data sheet Pt Range: 92 mbar to 1997 mbar absolute Accuracy: Refer to current product data sheet Table 4-1 Calibration requirements ADTS542F Accuracy specifications (k = 2, 95% uncertainty) Includes: NL, H and R over the ADTS operating ADTS552F...
  • Page 83 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Equipment Type Minimum use specifications Purpose Calibration standard Range: Calibration (absolute) 35 mbar to 2000 mbar absolute Expanded uncertainty (k = 2): 32ppm of reading +0.007 mbar (0.0032% of reading +0.70 Pa) All traceable to national standards.
  • Page 84: Calibration Description

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Table 4-4 Calibration check points Calibration description The date of calibration adjustment is logged and stored during this procedure. It is important that the ADTS Touch clock date is checked before starting a calibration adjustment or an incorrect date may be recorded.
  • Page 85: Completion Of Sensor Calibration

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 3. Calculate the actual applied pressure reading to at least 4 decimal places and enter this value into the ADTS. 4. Repeat this procedure for the other channel. The adjustment requires two pressures for each channel. Adjustment pressures are the lowest and...
  • Page 86 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual K0553 Revision C...
  • Page 87: Introduction

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE Introduction This section details the before-use tasks and the weekly inspection to be carried out by the operator. The maintenance chart shows the maintenance tasks, the periodicity of each task and a code referenced to the tasks detailed in Table 5.2.
  • Page 88: Routine Maintenance

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Routine Maintenance Absolute cleanliness of the work area, tools and equipment are essential. Replacing the output connector o-ring After inspection as detailed in maintenance task B, carry out the following if the o-ring is worn or damaged:...
  • Page 89: Software Updates

    Doctor immediately. Software updates When software updates are available, they can be downloaded from the GE website to a USB memory stick and used to update the applications on the ADTS and ADTS Touch. Context sensitive help pages are updated with software version increments. ADTS (PDF) manuals are updated without prompt when a newer version of the manual is available via the software update procedure.
  • Page 90: Software Update Folders

    ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 11. The downloaded files are contained within a “zip” folder, e.g. “ADTS5XX_Release_6.zip”. You can choose to run this self-extracting file or simply unzip it to the required location. 12. The extracted directory, e.g. “ADTS5XX_Release_6” contains a further five folders: Figure 5-2 Software update folders 13.
  • Page 91: Software Updates - Adts Touch

    9. Selecting “No” closes the dialogue without making any changes. Downloading ADTS manuals 1. Go to www.gemeasurement.com. The “GE Measurement & Control” page is displayed. 2. On the top level menu bar, click “Support”. Menu items under that header are shown.
  • Page 92 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual 11. Install the manuals onto the ADTS Touch using the “Installing ADTS manuals or customer documents” procedure. Installing ADTS manuals or customer documents When plugged into a computer, the ADTS Touch will appear as a USB mass storage device. The computer’s file explorer can be used to transfer files between the computer and the ADTS Touch.
  • Page 93: Testing And Fault Finding

    Introduction Limited testing and fault finding can be carried out by the operator. Units can be returned to the nearest GE (www.gemeasurement.com) or approved service centre for fault finding and rectification. At power-up, the ADTS indicates if there is a fault by flashing an error code and/or displaying a message.
  • Page 94 ADTS542F/552F/553F/554F User Manual Pressure leak check This procedure verifies that the unit is leak tight under positive pressure conditions. 1. Select "CONTROL". 2. Toggle Pressure Aeronautical Units to mbar. 3. Swipe screen across right to left to select the Rate Timer and set the “WAIT” time to 5 minutes and 0 seconds and touch the “tick”...
  • Page 95: Fault Codes And Error Messages

    If the display shows an error message, the unit should be switched off and then on again. If the display still shows an error message after switching on again. the unit should be returned to GE or a GE authorised repair depot.
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  • Page 97: Specification

    In addition to the information contained in the latest data sheet, note the following: 1. ADTS542F - Above 9,144 m (30,000 ft) the rate of climb (ROC/Rt Ps/Pt) into a 3L total volume (Ps 2L + Pt 1L) performance is limited by pump capability (that may vary higher or lower depending on pump running hours, equipment under test volume, ambient temperature and barometric pressure of the day).
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