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AIRSYS

8BR 02086 1000 DEGFA

RCSE 443
Remote Control and Status Equipment

RMC 443
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RCMS 443

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LAN

RCMS 443

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RCSE 443
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RCMS 443
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LCU ILS

(D)VOR

AN 400

Technical Manual
Equipment Description
Operation

This document and the information disclosed herein are proprietary data of Airsys Navigation Systems. Neither this
document nor the information contained herein shall be reproduced, used or disclosed to others without the written
authorization of Airsys Navigation Systems.
BASE, December 1999

Airsys Navigation Systems


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DOCUMENTATION STRUCTURE
RCSE 443

The equipment documentation comprises:

Technical Manuals Equipment Description, Operation

Drawing Set Set of Circuit Diagrams

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INDEX OF TECHNICAL MANUAL

Title Page ................................................................................................................................I


Documentation Structure ......................................................................................................................II
Index of Technical Manual ....................................................................................................................III
List of Valid Pages BASE ......................................................................................................................IV
List of Valid Pages REVI .......................................................................................................................V
Preliminary Remarks .............................................................................................................................VI
Mark Symbols........................................................................................................................................VI
List of abbreviations ..............................................................................................................................VII

Table of Contents ..................................................................................................................................A


List of Figures........................................................................................................................................G

Chapter 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION.....................................................................................1-..


Chapter 2 INSTALLATION AND INITIAL SETUP ...................................................................2-..
Chapter 3 OPERATION .........................................................................................................3-..
Chapter 4 DETAILED DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................4-..
Chapter 5 MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................................5-..

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LIST OF VALID PAGES BASE

Section - Pages Ed. Date Notes and Remarks

I 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 Title Page


II 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 Documentation Structure
III 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 Index of Technical Manual
IV 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 List of Valid Pages BASE
V 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 List of Valid Pages REVI
VI 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 Preliminary Remarks / Mark Symbols
from VII to XIII 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 List of Abbreviations
from A to F 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 Table of Contents
from G to H 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 List of Figures

CHAPTER 1 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 GENERAL DESCRIPTION


from 1-1 to 1-37 1 BASE, Dec. 1999

CHAPTER 2 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 INSTALLATION AND INITIAL SETUP


from 2-1 to 2-37 1 BASE, Dec. 1999

CHAPTER 3 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 OPERATION


from 3-1 to 3-9 1 BASE, Dec. 1999

CHAPTER 4 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 DETAILED DESCRIPTION


from 4-1 to 4-20 1 BASE, Dec. 1999

CHAPTER 5 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 MAINTENANCE


from 5-1 to 5-1 1 BASE, Dec. 1999

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List of valid pages in addition or substitution of those identified as BASE

Section - Pages Ed. Date Notes/Changes

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PRELIMINARY REMARKS

The Technical Manual for the RCSE 443 comprises:

PART CONTENTS REF. No.


- Description and Operation 8BR 02086 1000 DEGFA

This Technical Manual describes the equipment in the following chapters:


1 General Description
2 Installation and Initial Setup
3 Operation
4 Detailed Description
5 Maintenance

Since the Technical Manual cannot include modifications made to circuit details or dimensions as a result of
technical advances, please remember that the technical documentation supplied with the system is always
valid in questions of details. It is possible that drawing numbers referred to in this description are no longer
contained in the enclosed set of drawings, but have been replaced by new drawings with different numbers
(in accordance with the system). Please therefore check, and if necessary correct, the drawing numbers
specified in the manuals on the basis of the delivery lists.
Description and use of the PC User Program will be found in the Technical Manual WIN ADRACS.

MARK SYMBOLS

To get the best out of the equipment you should study the contents of this manual carefully. In particular you
should familiarize yourself with the marks given in this manual which are highlighted for easy recognition:

CAUTION WARNING

Cautions call attention to methods Warnings call attention to methods,


and procedures which must be procedures or limits which must be
followed to avoid damage to followed precisely to avoid injury to
equipment. persons.

NOTE or REMARK : For more information about operations.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................1-1


1.1 GENERAL ...................................................................................................................................1-1
1.1.1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................1-1
1.2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................1-3
1.2.1 General ........................................................................................................................1-3
1.2.2 Components of the System .........................................................................................1-3
1.2.2.1 Remote Control and Status Equipment (RCSE) ..........................................1-3
1.2.2.2 Remote Control and Monitoring System (RCMS) ........................................1-3
1.2.2.3 Remote Maintenance Center (RMC) ...........................................................1-3
1.2.2.4 Local Communication Unit (LCU) ................................................................1-3
1.2.2.5 Remote Maintenance Subsystem (RMS).....................................................1-4
1.2.3 Hierarchy of RMMC Remote Control Equipment ........................................................1-4
1.2.4 System Configuration ..................................................................................................1-6
1.2.4.1 Local Remote Control Interface ...................................................................1-6
1.2.4.2 Remote Control and Status Equipment RCSE 443 .....................................1-6
1.2.4.3 Remote Control and Monitoring System RCMS 443 ...................................1-6
1.2.4.4 Remote Maintenance Center RMC 443.......................................................1-7
1.2.4.5 General Examples........................................................................................1-7
1.3 MECHANICAL DESIGN..............................................................................................................1-11
1.3.1 RCSE: REU with INC...................................................................................................1-12
1.3.2 CTU with RWY-Select .................................................................................................1-14
1.4 TECHNICAL DATA .....................................................................................................................1-16
1.4.1 General Data REU.......................................................................................................1-16
1.4.1.1 Housing ........................................................................................................1-16
1.4.1.2 Dimensions and Weight ...............................................................................1-16
1.4.1.3 Power Supply ...............................................................................................1-16
1.4.1.4 Environmental Conditions ............................................................................1-16
1.4.1.5 PC Unit .........................................................................................................1-17
1.4.1.6 Modem Units ................................................................................................1-17
1.4.1.6.1 Autodial Modem (LGM28.8D1) ..................................................1-18
1.4.1.6.2 Autodial ISDN Modem (LGM64K) ..............................................1-18
1.4.1.6.3 Dedicated-line Modem ZUA29 ...................................................1-18
1.4.1.6.4 Dedicated-line Modem ZU1 .......................................................1-19
1.4.1.6.5 Star-distributor NFK29 ...............................................................1-19
1.4.1.6.6 Dedicated-line Modem LGM1200MD.........................................1-19

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1.4.1.6.7 Dedicated-line Modem LGM9600H1..........................................1-20


1.4.1.6.8 Multiplexer RS232 ......................................................................1-20
1.4.1.6.9 Supported Protocols...................................................................1-20
1.4.1.7 Level Converter LGM Extender 2 Unit .........................................................1-20
1.4.2 General data INC/RSU ................................................................................................1-21
1.4.2.1 Housing and Power Supply..........................................................................1-21
1.4.2.2 Components .................................................................................................1-21
1.4.2.3 Detailed Status Indication ............................................................................1-21
1.4.2.4 Select Subsystem Indication and Control ....................................................1-22
1.4.2.5 Control Facilities for an attached PC with WIN ADRACS User Program ....1-23
1.4.3 General Data CTU and RWY-Select ...........................................................................1-24
1.4.3.1 Housing ........................................................................................................1-24
1.4.3.2 Power Supply ...............................................................................................1-24
1.4.3.3 Components .................................................................................................1-24
1.4.3.4 Subsystem Status Indication (CTU Panel)...................................................1-24
1.4.3.5 System Status Indication (RWY-Select Panel) ............................................1-24
1.4.3.6 CTU Switch Controls....................................................................................1-25
1.4.3.7 RWY-Select Switch Controls........................................................................1-25
1.4.4 Conformity and Licensing Approval.............................................................................1-25
1.4.5 Safety Precautions.......................................................................................................1-25
1.4.5.1 1.4.5.1 Work on the Equipment....................................................................1-25
1.4.5.2 Handling electrostatically sensitive Subassemblies.....................................1-25
1.4.5.3 Using Lithium Batteries ................................................................................1-26
1.4.5.4 Observation of safety regulations.................................................................1-26
1.5 SHORT DESCRIPTION ..............................................................................................................1-27
1.5.1 General Overview RCSE 443......................................................................................1-27
1.5.2 Control Tower Unit CTU ..............................................................................................1-28
1.5.3 Maintenance Data Terminal ........................................................................................1-28
1.5.4 Principle of Operation ..................................................................................................1-28
1.5.4.1 Internal Functions.........................................................................................1-29
1.5.4.2 External Functions/Communication .............................................................1-29
1.5.4.2.1 Designation and Storage of Events............................................1-29
1.5.4.2.2 Error Handling ............................................................................1-29
1.5.4.3 System Control.............................................................................................1-29
1.5.5 Interfaces to local Installations ....................................................................................1-30
1.5.5.1 NAVAIDS/ILS Systems ................................................................................1-30
1.5.5.2 On-site Devices ............................................................................................1-30
1.5.5.3 WIN ADRACS Interface to local PC (Laptop) ..............................................1-30
1.5.5.4 Interface for remote Data Transmission.......................................................1-31

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1.5.6 Interface to LAN Network ............................................................................................1-31


1.6 RCSE SOFTWARE.....................................................................................................................1-32
1.6.1 Initialization ..................................................................................................................1-32
1.6.2 System Control ............................................................................................................1-32
1.6.3 Communication Routines ............................................................................................1-33
1.6.3.1 Communication Distributor/History Memory ................................................1-33
1.6.3.2 Subsystem Data Input..................................................................................1-34
1.6.3.3 Communication with AN 400 and SYSTEM 4000 Stations..........................1-35
1.6.3.4 Communication via Open Interfaces............................................................1-35
1.6.3.5 History Memories .........................................................................................1-35
1.6.3.6 Control of Indications ...................................................................................1-35
1.6.4 System Security...........................................................................................................1-36
1.6.5 INTERNET Interface....................................................................................................1-36
1.6.5.1 PPP Definition ..............................................................................................1-36
1.6.5.2 SNMP Definition ...........................................................................................1-37

CHAPTER 2 - INSTALLATION AND INITIAL SETUP..............................................................................2-1


2.1 GENERAL ...................................................................................................................................2-1
2.2 INSTALLATION...........................................................................................................................2-1
2.2.1 General ........................................................................................................................2-1
2.2.2 Cabling (RCSE/CTU+RWY/RSU/PC/RMC) ................................................................2-1
2.2.3 RCSE/REU, Pin Assignment of Interface Connectors ................................................2-4
2.2.3.1 SubD 25 Pin Connectors NFK-1, NFK-2 (male) ..........................................2-4
2.2.3.2 SubD 9 Pin Connectors (male) ....................................................................2-5
2.2.3.3 64 Pin Connectors OIO 1, OIO 2 and S12...................................................2-7
2.2.4 CTU/RSU, Pin Assignment of Interface Connectors...................................................2-8
2.2.4.1 SubD 9 Pin Connectors J1, J2 .....................................................................2-8
2.3 INITIAL HARDWARE SETTINGS...............................................................................................2-9
2.3.1 General Prerequisites..................................................................................................2-9
2.3.2 Assignment of connected Stations ..............................................................................2-9
2.3.3 Hardware Settings .......................................................................................................2-9
2.3.3.1 REU, Jumper Settings..................................................................................2-9
2.3.3.2 Processor Board P4N 486 Settings .............................................................2-10
2.3.3.3 SIB Settings..................................................................................................2-12
2.3.3.4 NFK Settings ................................................................................................2-18
2.3.3.5 LGM28.8 Settings.........................................................................................2-19
2.3.3.6 LGM64K Settings .........................................................................................2-20
2.3.3.7 ZUA29 Settings ............................................................................................2-21
2.3.3.8 ZU1 Settings.................................................................................................2-22
2.3.3.9 LGM9600H1 Settings...................................................................................2-23

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2.3.3.10 LGM1200MD Settings..................................................................................2-24


2.3.3.11 RSU/CTU Settings .......................................................................................2-25
2.3.3.12 LGM Extender 2 Unit Settings......................................................................2-27
2.3.3.13 OIO Settings.................................................................................................2-28
2.3.3.14 Multiplexer RS232 Settings.........................................................................2-29
2.3.4 Connection to a PSTN .................................................................................................2-30
2.3.5 Connection to an Ethernet Line (Network Interface Link) ...........................................2-31
2.4 INITIAL SETUP ...........................................................................................................................2-32
2.4.1 Initial Power up ............................................................................................................2-32
2.4.2 Configuration of the REU with PC and WIN ADRACS................................................2-33
2.4.2.1 Actualization of REU Application Program (REU.EXE) ...............................2-33
2.4.2.2 Setting of PTT file.........................................................................................2-33
2.4.2.3 Explanation of Modem Setting .....................................................................2-36
2.4.3 Faulty Reaction of RCSE after Configuration..............................................................2-37

CHAPTER 3 - OPERATION ......................................................................................................................3-1


3.1 GENERAL ...................................................................................................................................3-1
3.2 OPERATION OF THE RCSE/REU .............................................................................................3-1
3.2.1 Switching On................................................................................................................3-1
3.2.2 Switching Off................................................................................................................3-2
3.2.3 General Controls of the INC/RSU/CTU .......................................................................3-2
3.2.3.1 Lamp Test ....................................................................................................3-2
3.2.3.2 Alarm Silent ..................................................................................................3-2
3.2.3.3 Brightness up/Brightness down (CTU).........................................................3-2
3.2.4 Special Controls of INC/CTU.......................................................................................3-3
3.2.4.1 INC Control Functions..................................................................................3-3
3.2.4.2 CTU and RWY Select Control Functions .....................................................3-3
3.2.5 CTU Cascading ...........................................................................................................3-3
3.2.6 INC Indications ............................................................................................................3-4
3.2.6.1 Subsystem Indications .................................................................................3-4
3.2.6.2 System (RCSE) Indications..........................................................................3-4
3.2.7 CTU and RWY Select Indications................................................................................3-5
3.2.7.1 CTU Subsystem Status Indication ...............................................................3-5
3.2.7.2 RWY Select System Status Indication .........................................................3-5
3.2.8 Assignment of Station Main Status Indications ...........................................................3-5
3.2.9 Indications and Switches of the REU Subassemblies.................................................3-8
3.3 MAINTENANCE OPERATION....................................................................................................3-9
3.3.1 General ........................................................................................................................3-9
3.3.2 Operation with a Maintenance Data Terminal (PC) ....................................................3-9
3.3.3 Operation at the Remote Maintenance Center (RMC)................................................3-9

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CHAPTER 4 - DETAILED DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................4-1


4.1 GENERAL ...................................................................................................................................4-1
4.2 OVERVIEW REU-SUBASSEMBLIES.........................................................................................4-1
4.3 REU-SUBASSEMBLIES .............................................................................................................4-1
4.3.1 Processor Board P4N 486 Network ............................................................................4-2
4.3.2 SIB ...............................................................................................................................4-3
4.3.3 OIO (optional) ..............................................................................................................4-4
4.3.4 Ethernet Controller (optional) ......................................................................................4-5
4.3.5 ADC (optional) .............................................................................................................4-5
4.3.6 Modem LGM ................................................................................................................4-5
4.3.6.1 LGM28.8.......................................................................................................4-5
4.3.6.2 LGM64K (ISDN Modem) ..............................................................................4-6
4.3.6.3 Connection Setup.........................................................................................4-6
4.3.6.3.1 Connection Setup via Switched Circuits ....................................4-6
4.3.6.4 Dedicated Line Modem LGM1200MD..........................................................4-6
4.3.6.5 Dedicated Line Modem LGM9600H1...........................................................4-7
4.3.6.6 LGM Extender 2 Unit....................................................................................4-8
4.3.7 Modem ZU1 .................................................................................................................4-8
4.3.8 Modem ZUA29.............................................................................................................4-9
4.3.9 Star Distributor NFK 29-1 ............................................................................................4-10
4.3.10 Multiplexer RS232 .......................................................................................................4-11
4.3.11 Power Supply...............................................................................................................4-12
4.3.11.1 AC/DC-Converter .........................................................................................4-12
4.3.11.1.1 AC/DC-Converter Puls AP346 ...................................................4-12
4.3.11.1.2 AC/DC-Converter VERO TRIVOLT PK60..................................4-13
4.3.11.1.3 AC/DC-Converter MELCHER LM 1001-7R Option A ................4-14
4.3.11.2 DC/DC-Converter .........................................................................................4-15
4.3.11.2.1 DC/DC-Converter Puls APD346 ................................................4-15
4.3.11.2.2 DC/DC-Converter MELCHER BM 1001-7R Option D ...............4-16
4.4 CTU/RWY SELECT ....................................................................................................................4-17
4.5 RCSE 443 SOFTWARE..............................................................................................................4-18
4.5.1 General ........................................................................................................................4-18
4.5.1.1 Data Protection.............................................................................................4-18
4.5.1.2 Maintenance Mode and Password...............................................................4-18
4.5.2 Communication via Switched Lines (PSTN)................................................................4-19
4.5.3 Data Com Error............................................................................................................4-19
4.5.4 PC Control / PC Maintenance .....................................................................................4-19
4.5.5 Switch Control..............................................................................................................4-19
4.5.6 Runway Information.....................................................................................................4-20

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4.5.6.1 Runway Status .............................................................................................4-20


4.5.6.2 Runway Select .............................................................................................4-20
4.5.6.3 Automatic Disable (Forced Shutdown) ........................................................4-20

CHAPTER 5 - MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................5-1


5.1 ORDINARY MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................5-1
5.2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................5-1

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LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1-1: Overview RMMC......................................................................................................................1-2


Figure 1-2: Hierarchy of the remote control subsystems ...........................................................................1-5
Figure 1-3: RCMS 443 for two ILS and VOR/DME/TACAN.......................................................................1-8
Figure 1-4: RCMS 443 for MLS..................................................................................................................1-9
Figure 1-5: RCSE 443 for one AN 420 ILS with five (six) subsystems, connected to an RMC 443 ..........1-10
Figure 1-6: RCMS components..................................................................................................................1-11
Figure 1-7: RCSE: REU with INC...............................................................................................................1-12
Figure 1-8: REU, front panel open, and back panel...................................................................................1-13
Figure 1-9: CTU with RWY select ..............................................................................................................1-14
Figure 1-10: CTU, RWY Select and RSU housing, back panel .................................................................1-15
Figure 1-11: INC panel of RCSE with indications and controls..................................................................1-21
Figure 1-12: RCSE, block diagram (with one ILS system), example .........................................................1-27

Figure 2-1: RCMS 443 system cabling, power supply ..............................................................................2-1


Figure 2-2: RCMS 443 system cabling, connections of peripheral equipment, example ..........................2-2
Figure 2-3: ILS stations connected to RCSE via party line modems LGM1200MD (example) .................2-3
Figure 2-4: (D)VOR S4000 station connected to RCSE (example) ...........................................................2-3
Figure 2-5: RCSE/REU back panel, connectors ........................................................................................2-4
Figure 2-6: CTU/RSU subrack, back panel connectors .............................................................................2-8
Figure 2-7: REU, configuration of CBP and default setting........................................................................2-9
Figure 2-8: P4N 486, position of jumpers and default settings ..................................................................2-10
Figure 2-9: SIB setting: 1a1,2a1 configuration (e.g.: RSU connected, CTU not connected).....................2-12
Figure 2-10: SIB setting: 1a3 configuration (example: RS232)..................................................................2-13
Figure 2-11: SIB setting: 2a3 configuration (example: RS232)..................................................................2-14
Figure 2-12: SIB setting: 1sA, 1sB configuration (example: TTL)..............................................................2-15
Figure 2-13: SIB setting: 2sA configuration (example: TTL) ......................................................................2-16
Figure 2-14: SIB setting: no DMA operation, 2 waitstates for synchronous channels (default setting)....2-17
Figure 2-15: NFK, position of jumpers and default settings (2-wire operation)..........................................2-18
Figure 2-16: LGM28.8, position of jumpers and default settings ...............................................................2-19
Figure 2-17: LGM64K, position of jumpers and default settings ................................................................2-20
Figure 2-18: ZUA, position of jumpers and default settings (4-wire, -6 dBm, 600 ohms) ..........................2-21
Figure 2-19: ZU1, position of jumpers and default settings (4-wire operation, 600 ohms) ........................2-22
Figure 2-20: LGM9600H1, position of jumpers and default settings..........................................................2-23
Figure 2-21: LGM1200MD, position of jumpers and default settings (2-wire, 300 ohms) .........................2-24
Figure 2-22: RSU rear side, position of jumpers and default settings .......................................................2-25
Figure 2-23: CTU rear side, position of jumpers and default settings........................................................2-26

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Figure 2-24: ...............................................................................................................................................LGM


Extender 2 Unit, position of jumpers and settings
(example: RS422 without termination)...................................................................................2-27
Figure 2-25: OIO (example: 24x Input, 8x Output), position of jumpers and default settings....................2-28
Figure 2-26: Multiplexer RS232 (MPX), position of jumpers and default settings .....................................2-29
Figure 2-27: Pin assignment of connector TAE 6 N, RJ12 and RJ45 for connection to the PSTN ...........2-30
Figure 2-28: Connection to Ethernet line via RJ45 connector of P4N processor board ............................2-31
Figure 2-29: Location of On/Off switches (REU-subrack and CTU-subrack) ............................................2-32
Figure 2-30: Window to define modem settings within PTT file (example)................................................2-34
Figure 2-31: Window to define telephone numbers within PTT file (example) ..........................................2-35

Figure 3-1: Position of On/Off-switch, indications ......................................................................................3-1


Figure 3-2: INC panel (of RCSE) and CTU/RWY Select panel..................................................................3-7
Figure 3-3: REU interior, indications and switches, example.....................................................................3-8
Figure 4-1: Circuit diagrams of subassemblies of RCSE 443....................................................................4-1
Figure 4-2: Processor board P4N 486 Network, block diagram ................................................................4-2
Figure 4-3: SIB, block diagram...................................................................................................................4-3
Figure 4-4: LGM28.8, block diagram..........................................................................................................4-5
Figure 4-5: Modem LGM1200MD, block diagram ......................................................................................4-7
Figure 4-6: LGM Extender 2 Unit, block diagram.......................................................................................4-8
Figure 4-7: Modem ZU1, block diagram.....................................................................................................4-9
Figure 4-8: Modem ZUA29, block diagram ................................................................................................4-10
Figure 4-9: Star distributor NFK 29, block diagram....................................................................................4-11
Figure 4-10: AC/DC-Converter (Puls AP346), block diagram....................................................................4-12
Figure 4-11: AC/DC-Converter (VERO TRIVOLT PK60), block diagram ..................................................4-13
Figure 4-12: AC/DC-Converter (MELCHER LM 1001-7R), block diagram ................................................4-14
Figure 4-13: DC/DC-Converter (Puls APD346), block diagram .................................................................4-15
Figure 4-14: DC/DC-Converter (MELCHER BM 1001-7R), block diagram ...............................................4-16
Figure 4-15: RSU and CTU/RWY, block diagram ......................................................................................4-17

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RCSE 443
Remote Control and Status Equipment

RMC 443
RMMC n
2
1

RCMS 443

Host

PTT
LAN

RCMS 443

n
RCSE 443
2
1
Other

n
RCMS 443
2
1
LCU ILS

(D)VOR

AN 400

Technical Manual
Equipment Description
Operation

This document and the information disclosed herein are proprietary data of Airsys Navigation Systems. Neither this
document nor the information contained herein shall be reproduced, used or disclosed to others without the written
authorization of Airsys Navigation Systems.
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DOCUMENTATION STRUCTURE
RCSE 443

The equipment documentation comprises:

Technical Manuals Equipment Description, Operation

Drawing Set Set of Circuit Diagrams

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INDEX OF TECHNICAL MANUAL

Title Page ................................................................................................................................I


Documentation Structure ......................................................................................................................II
Index of Technical Manual ....................................................................................................................III
List of Valid Pages BASE ......................................................................................................................IV
List of Valid Pages REVI .......................................................................................................................V
Preliminary Remarks .............................................................................................................................VI
Mark Symbols........................................................................................................................................VI
List of abbreviations ..............................................................................................................................VII

Table of Contents ..................................................................................................................................A


List of Figures........................................................................................................................................G

Chapter 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION.....................................................................................1-..


Chapter 2 INSTALLATION AND INITIAL SETUP ...................................................................2-..
Chapter 3 OPERATION .........................................................................................................3-..
Chapter 4 DETAILED DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................4-..
Chapter 5 MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................................5-..

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LIST OF VALID PAGES BASE

Section - Pages Ed. Date Notes and Remarks

I 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 Title Page


II 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 Documentation Structure
III 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 Index of Technical Manual
IV 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 List of Valid Pages BASE
V 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 List of Valid Pages REVI
VI 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 Preliminary Remarks / Mark Symbols
from VII to XIII 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 List of Abbreviations
from A to F 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 Table of Contents
from G to H 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 List of Figures

CHAPTER 1 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 GENERAL DESCRIPTION


from 1-1 to 1-37 1 BASE, Dec. 1999

CHAPTER 2 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 INSTALLATION AND INITIAL SETUP


from 2-1 to 2-37 1 BASE, Dec. 1999

CHAPTER 3 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 OPERATION


from 3-1 to 3-9 1 BASE, Dec. 1999

CHAPTER 4 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 DETAILED DESCRIPTION


from 4-1 to 4-20 1 BASE, Dec. 1999

CHAPTER 5 1 BASE, Dec. 1999 MAINTENANCE


from 5-1 to 5-1 1 BASE, Dec. 1999

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PRELIMINARY REMARKS

The Technical Manual for the RCSE 443 comprises:

PART CONTENTS REF. No.


- Description and Operation 8BR 02086 1000 DEGFA

This Technical Manual describes the equipment in the following chapters:


1 General Description
2 Installation and Initial Setup
3 Operation
4 Detailed Description
5 Maintenance

Since the Technical Manual cannot include modifications made to circuit details or dimensions as a result of
technical advances, please remember that the technical documentation supplied with the system is always
valid in questions of details. It is possible that drawing numbers referred to in this description are no longer
contained in the enclosed set of drawings, but have been replaced by new drawings with different numbers
(in accordance with the system). Please therefore check, and if necessary correct, the drawing numbers
specified in the manuals on the basis of the delivery lists.
Description and use of the PC User Program will be found in the Technical Manual WIN ADRACS.

MARK SYMBOLS

To get the best out of the equipment you should study the contents of this manual carefully. In particular you
should familiarize yourself with the marks given in this manual which are highlighted for easy recognition:

CAUTION WARNING

Cautions call attention to methods Warnings call attention to methods,


and procedures which must be procedures or limits which must be
followed to avoid damage to followed precisely to avoid injury to
equipment. persons.

NOTE or REMARK : For more information about operations.

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8BR 02086 1000 DEGFA

RCSE 443
Remote Control and Status Equipment

RMC 443
RMMC n
2
1

RCMS 443

Host

PTT
LAN

RCMS 443

n
RCSE 443
2
1
Other

n
RCMS 443
2
1
LCU ILS

(D)VOR

AN 400

Technical Manual
Equipment Description
& Operation

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8. CHAPTER 1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION

8.1 GENERAL

8.1.1 Introduction
The Remote Maintenance and Monitoring Configuration (RMMC) is used for remote monitoring, operation
and maintenance of all the connected navigation systems. The network has a radially configured architecture
based on communication between the system components via switched or private lines in the public network
and dedicated lines in private networks. Optionally a connection to a LAN (local area network) via Ethernet
line is possible.
The remote control instruments allow all the networked navigation systems to be operated optionally from
central points, from normal operation of the dual systems with automatic changeover in the event of a fault
through manual operation to measurement and setting of all the possible signal parameters, as well as
detailed fault analyses on the basis of a wide range of measured values. They facilitate new maintenance
strategies, whereby primary importance is placed on concentrating logistics and qualified personnel, and
then on responding to specific failures with systematic maintenance activities rather than relying on periodic
precautionary measures. This considerably improves both maintenance efficiency and the economic
efficiency of the systems throughout their service life.
Although these advantages only apply to the modern generation of air traffic control systems developed by
ANS (in other words to the AN 400/SYSTEM 4000 and the navigation aids used with it, namely the VOR and
DVOR, the ILS and MLS instrument landing systems, the ILS farfield monitor (FFM), the TACAN 453 and the
DME 415 radio beacons, the electronic TACAN antenna (ELTA 200) and the NDB 436) the extensive range
of interface boards makes it possible to incorporate other collocated systems in the remote control and
monitoring strategy if desired. The outstanding features of the system are as follows:

EXTREME FLEXIBILITY
The open system architecture enables a variety of standard connections to be established using dedicated
or switched lines, telephone or data networks, local area networks and serial or parallel interfaces. The
many different interface boards and software utilities which are available allow the system configuration to be
adapted to local requirements. A remote maintenance and monitoring configuration which provides a
permanent indication of the availability of all the navigation systems in the network can, for example, be set
up via the public telephone network. As an option of the P4N processor board an Ethernet connector
enables the connection of the REU to a LAN to transfer status information from the RCSE to a host PC or
workstation.

EXCEPTIONAL RELIABILITY
All data communication is implemented using reliable data protocols. The instruments are designed for the
operating conditions specified in the EUROCAE recommendations. The DIN plug-in connections ensure
excellent contact is made between the subassemblies and the bus board. There are no mechanical wearing
parts, and even disk drives for storing data have been dispensed with.

USER-FRIENDLY OPERATOR INTERFACES


To allow the user to work in a familiar environment, the currently prevailing PC standards and operating
systems have been employed. All the control, monitoring and maintenance functions are displayed on a
color screen. They are executed in windows with aid of function keys or a mouse. The most important status
indications and control elements are implemented on the front panel of the basic instrument, so that
simplified remote control and monitoring are also possible without connecting a PC system.

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LOW EQUIPMENT COSTS


Due to the use of standard PC technology throughout the system is situated in the lower price range for
computer networks and remote control and maintenance systems, The RMMC is a complete, autonomous
system. It can however also be used as a gateway to more complex data processing systems.

RMC 443
Remote Maintenance Center

RCSE 443 1 2
3 4
5 6
7 8
INC MON 1 2
MONTX TX
1 2

REU SIL

RCSE 443

PSTN
RCMS 443
Remote Control and Monitoring System

Host
RCSE 443
Remote Control and
Status Equipment

INC
REU LAN

RCMS 443
Host
Stations
RCMS 443
Other systems

Figure 8-1: Overview RMMC

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8.2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW

8.2.1 General
The Remote Maintenance and Monitoring Configuration (RMMC) is a flexible information processing network
for remote control, monitoring and maintenance of navigational aids systems for air traffic control. In addition
to the usual remote control functions, it enables all the possible signal parameters to be set and read, and
permits extensive remote analysis of system failures by polling and interpreting a wide range of measured
values.

8.2.2 Components of the System


See Fig. 1-2 to 1-6.

8.2.2.1 Remote Control and Status Equipment (RCSE)


The RCSE is intended to be installed in the maintenance equipment room. It provides separate status
display and on/off-control functions for all Navaids equipment, and mechanisms to change and display
auxiliary data words for MLS. The RCSE consists of the Remote control Electronic Unit (REU) with an
Indication and Control (INC) panel. The RCSE is interfacing with one or two Control Tower Units (CTU), with
a maintenance data terminal (PC) and optionally with a slave RCSE panel unit defined as Remote Status
Unit (RSU). The CTU is intended for installation in the ATC control tower. It provides system ’main status’
indications and may provide a separate status display for each Navaids subsystem as well as switching the
ILS or MLS to the active runway (RWY-select, optional).

8.2.2.2 Remote Control and Monitoring System (RCMS)


The RCMS is the equipment used for maintenance and control of ILS or MLS landing systems. The basic
configuration of the RCMS contains the RCSE and a maintenance data terminal (PC) to perform the RCMS
functions.

8.2.2.3 Remote Maintenance Center (RMC)


RMC is the equipment used at the Regional (RMC-R) or at the Central (RMC-C) site. The basic configuration
of the RMC contains the RCSE and a maintenance data terminal (PC) to perform the RMC functions. The
operational mode of the RMC is defined by a software different from the RCMS software.

8.2.2.4 Local Communication Unit (LCU)


The LCU is a device used as local communication interface between en-route navigation systems TACAN,
ELTA, (D)VOR and the RMC. The LCU comprises the Remote control Electronic Unit ( REU), which is
equipped according to the specific requirements of the NAV station. It serves as a communication interface
between the connected equipment and the public switched network, and as a common point for connecting a
service terminal (Laptop PC) for commissioning and maintenance purposes.

NOTE: In AN 400 en-route navigation systems (e.g. VOR 431) no separate LCU device has to be used as
local communication interface. The LCU functionality is integrated in the AN 400 subrack, i.e. the
LCU software is running on the already existing LCSU/CSB board, additional modems are used for
communication purposes.

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8.2.2.5 Remote Maintenance Subsystem (RMS)


The RMS is used within MLS system configurations as an additional controller system separate from the
RCMS to perform maintenance, data gathering and alarm determination functions for the various pieces of
equipment being supervised. It consists of the REU and a maintenance data terminal (PC) installed in the
maintenance equipment room and is also interfaced via a modem to the stations, which are available to
communicate to both the RCMS and the RMS equipment.

8.2.3 Hierarchy of RMMC Remote Control Equipment


At the top, the Central Remote Maintenance Center (RMC-C) is used to obtain an overview of the status of
all systems. The RMC-C is connected via dialing modems to the PSTN to obtain serial data from the RMC-
R, LCU 443 or RCMS 443.
At the RMC-R the main status of all enroute equipments (VOR, DME-Transponder and TACAN-ground
stations) of one defined region are displayed continuously at an INC panel and at optional RSU’s to the
controller for enroute. Besides enroute systems, the main status indications of the ILS and MLS landing
systems are also displayed for maintenance purposes. The RMC-R is also connected to the PSTN via
autodialing modems. For special applications a fixed line interface may be provided. For maintenance
activities at the screen of the PC maintenance data are displayed. The maintenance technician obtains all
the data from the subsystems configured for this region with defined menus on the screen of the data
terminal (PC). It is possible to use the WIN ADRACS software (WINDOWS based Automatic Data Recording
And Control System) for maintenance purposes to control AN 400 or SYSTEM 4000 equipment at the
remote site. For MLS the MLS-menu technique is employed as well as respective ELTA-, DME-, or TACAN-
PC supervisory programs.
The RCMS 443 and the NAV-LCU 443 are link control units and provide central points for communication
between RMC’s and the Navaids systems. While the RCMS is connected via twisted telephone line pairs
and modems to the ILS/MLS-systems the NAV-LCU 443 has direct RS-232/422 interfaces to the (D)VOR,
TACAN/DME and ELTA-equipment. For small projects, it is possible to connect the NAV-LCU of en-route
navigation systems via switched lines to an RCMS.

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Remote Maintenance Center


RMC-C CENTRAL
Remote Maintenance Center
REGIONAL

RMC-R RMC-R RMC-R

PSTN

RCMS 443 ILS


RMS

NAV-LCU 443 LOC GS MM

LCSU/CSB

VOR VOR 431


4000 TAC ELTA RCMS 443 MLS

TAC ELTA

AZ EL DME/P

Figure 8-2: Hierarchy of the remote control subsystems

The protocols for serial data communications between the RCMS 443 and the navaids landing subsystems
(ILS/MLS) and between the NAV-LCU 443 and the en-route navaids subsystems (VOR, DVOR,
DME/TACAN) are harmonized to AN 400, MLS, ELTA and SYSTEM 4000. According to these protocols the
subsystem data is continuously polled by the link control unit with commands for the status messages. To
get specific messages for maintenance a scheduled and also specific polling is provided. The specified
frames used in the protocols are defined to obtain an optimum of information within short time intervals with
the highest data integrity. A data communications error is indicated in case of command telegrams not
followed by correct message telegrams.
In case that a switched line connection is used and there is a change in system status, the NAV-LCU 443 or
the RCMS 443 initiates an autodialing procedure to the dedicated RMC-R which then polls the new status
message. Besides the status, maintenance data may also be added. With respect to DME-transponder DME
415 and TACAN-equipment TAC 453, the protocols do not follow the polling procedure as described before.
These subsystems also deliver messages to the NAV-LCU without a request by command telegrams. The
protocol used serves maintenance data terminal (PC) menus for the following functions:
- about 10 standard (colloquial) procedures,
- login/logout and password procedures
- routine check for history storage with about 50 measurements.

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8.2.4 System Configuration

8.2.4.1 Local Remote Control Interface


The NAV stations communicate with the remote control system in different ways. The remote control
interfaces which are provided locally vary according to the type of installation:

Type Modem Baudrate Remark


Dedicated line ZU1 600 baud SYSTEM 4000
(up to end of ’92)
ZUA29 1200 baud (V.23) SYSTEM 4000 (from 1993),
AN 400, MLS
LGM1200MD 600/1200 baud (V.23) SYSTEM 4000,
party line AN 400, MLS
LGM9600H1 1200 baud (V.23) ILS/MK20A (AN 420)
half duplex
LGM14.4 1200...19200 baud (V.32) AN 400
LGM28.8 1200...38400 baud (V.34) AN 400
Std. bus modem 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 DME 415, TAC 453
LGM-724 2400 baud (V.22bis) ELTA-200
(desktop)
Switched line LGM28.8 up to 28.8k baud 64k baud NAV-LCU 443, AN 400
LGM64K (ISDN)

8.2.4.2 Remote Control and Status Equipment RCSE 443


The RCSE is an REU with an Indication and Control (INC) panel. It can be used as a simple, yet complete,
remote control unit. The INC indicates the states of up to eight substations with the following LED displays:
ALARM, WARNING, NORMAL, DATA COMmunication and MAINTENance.
An alarm tone is sounded if a status changes. Each station can be selected by pressing a membrane button,
in order to activate the EQUIPment ON, OFF and CHANGEOVER functions and to indicate specific monitor
alarms. The same status indications can also be provided by a remote status unit (RSU) at a distant location,
though it cannot be used for control functions. An additional status indication device is the control tower unit
(CTU), which however, only indicates the NORMAL, WARNING and ALARM operating states of up to eight
NAV stations. Its display brightness is adjustable to permit adaptation to the varying light conditions in the
control tower. The CTU can be used in conjunction with a runway selector (RWY-SELECT), which activates
the ILS systems in one approach direction and switches the other direction to a dummy load. This panel also
indicates the general status of the two ILS systems (OPERATIONAL, DEGRADED, SHUT DOWN) and their
availability (ENABLE) to aircraft as a landing aid.
A variety of interface boards is available for serial or parallel data I/O, installing an ETHERNET interface,
connecting a PC and autodialing via the public network, so that the system has a considerable potential for
expansion. The connections to the NAV stations are set up via modems and telephone lines (600 ohms).
The control and indication panels are connected by means of serial RS422 interfaces.

8.2.4.3 Remote Control and Monitoring System RCMS 443


The maintenance, fault analysis and documentation functions of the RMMC are implemented by connecting
a PC system to the RCSE and installing the RMS or RCMS application software on it. The difference in the
names is a reflection of the definitions laid down by the U.S. FAA. An RMS designed for maintenance

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purposes has direct, permanent access to the navigation systems via separate cable connections, and is
operated independently of the Remote Control and Status Equipment (RCSE), while an RCMS uses the
same communication paths for the maintenance functions as it does for remote control and monitoring. The
following functions are provided:
- System status indication for each connected system
- Permanent indication of the general status of all systems
- Permanent indication of the current date and time
- Detailed status indications for a selected system
- Polling, display and setting of system parameters
- Polling of internal measured values (BITE)
- Continuous monitoring of parameters (either printout if a programmable limit value is reached or
periodic polling)
- 5-level password protection
- Configuration of the remote maintenance and monitoring system
- Loading and saving of setups for operation
- Logbook function, status and alarm history memories
- Selection of data to be printed out

8.2.4.4 Remote Maintenance Center RMC 443


If a maintenance center is installed, it is possible to connect several different remote control systems to a
central REU via switched lines. The general status of all the remote control systems in the network is
indicated permanently on one or more INC panels. Any change in a status causes a connection to be set up
automatically from the LCU or the RCSE to the responsible center and all the current status information to
be transmitted. The center can also be set up to poll the regional stations periodically.
The center is fully equipped to exchange such data with the networked systems which is necessary for it to
be able to perform a detailed fault diagnosis. It communicates either directly with en-route navigation
systems via switched connections or with ILS substations via the Remote Control and Status Equipment
(RCSE) at each airfield.

8.2.4.5 General Examples


Fig. 1-3 illustrates the function of the RCMS 443 ILS. Besides the ILS subsystems, terminal VOR/DME has
also an interface to the RCSE 443 ILS. The number of subsystems connected to the RCSE 443 is shown to
demonstrate the variety of subsystems. In fact the figure is limited to a maximum of 12 connected lines.
Fig. 1-4 shows a configuration for Cat.I operation for MLS (with combined data link for status transfer and
maintenance data). The LRCI used for MLS equipment are replaced in the case of DME/TACAN equipment
by input/output managers (IOM). The RCSE 443 displays the status of two MLS with Azimuth (AZ), Elevation
(EL) and DME/P. The AZ station of the MLS for the runway direction not in use is used as Back-Azimuth.
The MLS subsystems may also contain additional RMC-modems (optional).
Fig. 1-5 - a simple RMMC for ILS - shows the function of the RCSE in more detail. The AN 400 subsystems
(LOC, GS, FFM and Marker) are shown connected via a star distributor (NFK29) to a common modem
(ZUA29). In the polling procedure the subsystems are interrogated sequentially in time multiplex mode. As
shown in Fig. 1-5, for the function of the RCSE 443 the status of the DME 415 (also TAC 453) is transferred
via parallel lines to the collocated AN 400 equipment. The status of the DME/TACAN is transmitted to the
REU of the RCSE 443 ILS within the AN 400 protocol.
Alternatively the AN 400 subsystems may be connected to the RCSE via dedicated line modems
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of the ZU modem and the NFK star distributor, in the ILS stations instead of the ZU modem. This is shown in
fig. 1-4.
A second alternative is the usage of a Multiplexer RS232 board instead of the NFK star distributor within the
RCSE. In this case the ILS stations are connected via RS232 (or RS422) dedicated lines to the RCSE (see
fig. 1-5).

TO MAINTENANCE CENTER ETHERNET (LAN)


PTT-LINE

RCMS
RCSE
MODEM
CTU RWY
SELECT
REU
INC RSU

LCU

MODEM MODEM IOM MODEM MODEM KDI IOM CU

FFM Marker ELTA


VOR DME

DVOR TACAN

LOC GS DME

SYSTEM 2 (S 4000)

MODEM MODEM IOM MODEM MODEM CSB IOM CU

FFM Marker ELTA


VOR DME

DVOR TACAN

LOC GS DME

SYSTEM 1 (AN 400)

Figure 8-3: RCMS 443 for two ILS and VOR/DME/TACAN

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TO MAINTENANCE CENTER ETHERNET (LAN)


PTT-LINE

RCMS
RCSE
MODEM
CTU RWY
SELECT
REU
INC RSU

PTT-LINE
TO RMC and RMS

IOM MODEM MODEM MODEM MODEM IOM

LRCI LRCI LRCI LRCI

DME/P EL AZ AZ EL DME/P

SYSTEM 1 SYSTEM 2

Figure 8-4: RCMS 443 for MLS

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RMC 443
INC
REU
SIB

DIAL MODEM LGM

MAINTENANCE CENTER

PTT LINES

AIRPORT

TOWER
RCSE 443
REU DIAL MODEM LGM
RSU RS422*)
CTU RWY
RS422*) SELECT
INC SIB

MODEMS LGM**)

STATIONS
(AN 400)

MODEM ZUA**)
MODEM ZUA**) MODEM ZUA**) MODEM ZUA**) MODEM ZUA**) MODEM IOM
M 4000
LOC FFM Marker GS DME

*) RS422 interface to equipment situated **) alternatively the ILS stations can be connected
in a different building than RCSE - via RS232 or RS422 dedicated lines to the RCSE
LGM Extender 2 Unit has to be used! (Multiplexer RS232 board is used in RCSE,
RS232 interfaces instead of ZUA modem withinILS stations)

Figure 8-5: RCSE 443 for one AN 420 ILS with five (six) subsystems, connected to an RMC 443

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8.3 MECHANICAL DESIGN

The components of the RCMS to be combined to various configurations are (Fig. 1-6):
- the RCSE 443 consisting of the REU in various configurations, and the INC
- the RSU (slave panel to INC)
- the CTU and RWY Select and
- a Maintenance Data Terminal (PC and printer)

Maintenance Data Terminal with printer

RCSE with REU and INC

REU

INC

CTU and RWY Select

RSU (Slave panel to INC) RSU (Slave panel to INC)

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Figure 8-6: RCMS components


8.3.1 RCSE: REU with INC

EQUIPMENT RC
1 2 3
MAIN
4
STATUS
5 6 7 8
DETAILED STATUS
MON 1 MON 2 TX 1 TX 2

CONTROL STATION

SIL

COMMAND

SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT EQUIP CHANGE REQUEST LAMP


SELECT SELECT SELECT TEST
ON/OFF OVER RELEASE

19"-cabinet
520 x 197 x 400 [WxHxD mm]

REU 19" subrack


482.9 x 133.3 x 395 [mm]

INC

Figure 8-7: RCSE: REU with INC

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Front Panel (INC removed)


Equipped with DC/DC converter

APD346
4)

PC2
LED green
Vout 1
Processor Board

PC1
1)
OIO2 / ADC

2) 3)
1)
OIO 1

LGMx 3

LGMx 4
LGMx 1

LGMx 2
Spare

2)

2)
Spare

2)
LAN

NFK 1

NFK 2
ZUx
SIB

5 V/12 A ±12 V...15 V/2 A

1) optional LGM x = LGM14.4, LGM28.8, LGM9600H1 or LGM64K (ISDN)


ZUx = ZUA29 or ZU1
2) LGM1200MD at LGM4 instead
of NFK1/2 and ZUx or
Multiplexer RS232 board instead
of NFK and ZUx

3) LGM Extender 2 Unit at LGM4 to connect


devices situated in other building (e.g. CTU, RSU)
via RS422 without potential difference

4) optional RJ45 or AUI network link interface to connect


RCSE to LAN network (via SNMP)

Back panel

LGM1 1sA 1a2/PC1


VAC 115/230 V OIO 1 OIO 2 S12
1
LGM2 1sB 2a2/PC2
NFK-1 LAN

LGM3 2sA/422 2a1/CTU 2


VDC
36--72 V
+ --
LGM4 1+2a3/422 1a1/RSU -12V +12V

NFK-2
ZUA 1a3
DC/DC

I IN/OUT 2a3
O

Figure 8-8: REU, front panel open, and back panel

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8.3.2 CTU with RWY-Select

Control Tower Unit (CTU) RunWaY Select

AIR NAV SUBSYSTEM RWY-SELECT

19"-cabinet (also used for RSU)


520 x 179 x 300 [mm]

RWY select

CTU Blank panel


AC/DC,DC/DC converter in 19" subrack (alt. to RWY select)
482.6 x 133.3 x 150 [mm]

NOTE: The 19"-cabinet with power supply is used if CTU, RWY Select or RSU are not mounted in existing 19"-subracks
or control consoles

Figure 8-9: CTU with RWY select

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AC mains fuse

VAC 85V...264V
DC/DC

I
O

J1 CTU/RPU IN

J3 J4
J17 J2 CTU/RPU SLAVE
VDC

-- +

Figure 8-10: CTU, RWY Select and RSU housing, back panel

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8.4 TECHNICAL DATA

The device fulfills the EMC requirements of EC Guideline 89/336/EEC. It bears the CE Designation (see
section 1.4.4).

8.4.1 General Data REU

8.4.1.1 Housing
All REU-components are housed in a 19»-subrack. All the slide-in units and plug-in boards are designed in
the standard single Eurocard format and have DIN plug connectors. The REU is subdivided in three
compartments.
- Central Processing Unit (PC-unit) max. 7 boards
- Modem units max. 7 boards
- Power-supply 1 plug-in unit

Each REU is fitted with a series of standard components and can be extended by a number of optional or
alternative plug-in units, depending on the application.
The 19» subrack is normally mounted in a separate housing (Fig. 1-7).

8.4.1.2 Dimensions and Weight


Dimensions Standard 19-inch rack, single height, all boards in
single Eurocard-format.
Weight approx. 15 kg

8.4.1.3 Power Supply


The REU can be supplied with either AC/DC or DC/DC power-supplies. The power supply can be an
AC/DC-Converter or alternatively a DC/DC-Converter.
Input voltages: AC voltage 100 ... 240 VAC (nominal 115/230 VAC),
50 Hz (47 ... 63 Hz); AC/DC-Converter
DC voltage 30 ... 90 VDC (nominal 36 ... 72 VDC);
DC/DC-Converter
Power consumption max. 40 VA

8.4.1.4 Environmental Conditions


Operation: ambient temperature 0 to 70 °C
relative humidity max. 95 % (below 35 °C)
Storage: ambient temperature -20 to + 85 °C
relative humidity max. 95 %

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8.4.1.5 PC Unit
The PC-unit consists of up to 7 Eurocards running on the MCE-bus-backplane (PC/AT-compatible bus).
- Processor board P4N 486 Network with:
- 4 MB (max. 64 MB) DRAM (System RAM)
- 128 Kbyte Flash EPROM (ELITE-BIOS by AWARD)
- watchdog
- real time clock (battery-backed)
- 4 MB SAN disk (flash disk, acts like a hard disk) integrated on IDE bus, divided into 3 MB
EPROM partition (»EPROM side») containing DOS 5.x and REU application software and 1 MB
RAM partition (»RAM side») containing the configuration files
- optional Ethernet controller on board with RJ45 (10BASET) network interface to connect RCSE
to a LAN network using SNMP Internet protocol

The further configuration depends on the application requirements. The system can hold and control:
- Serial Interface Board (SIB):
- 10 channels (interrupt-driven):
2x RS422/485
2x RS232
1x TTL, 1x TTL or RS422/485
2x adjustable on TTL or RS232
2x adjustable on TTL or RS422/485 or RS232
- each channel is fully interrupt-driven
- transmission rate: 0 ... 38400 baud

The following cards are optional available for special applications:


- Opto-isolated Input/Output card (OIO):
max. 2 cards with 32 inputs/outputs max. for each card, variable
- Analog/Digital converter card (ADC):
13-bit AD-conversion with
16 channels single-ended or
8 channels double-ended
- ETHERNET controller card (10BASE2, 10BASET) with NETBIOS interface and thin-wire transceiver
on board

8.4.1.6 Modem Units


The modem compartment holds the possible dial modems (LGMx), dedicated-line modems (ZUx) and
dedicated-line star-distributors (NFK29). It is equipped with a specially designed wiring board to match the
different plug connectors and pin configurations. The wiring board has seven slots. The four left-hand slots
are reserved for switched-line modems (LGM28.8 or LGM64K) with the standard CEPT 96-pin configuration
. The next slot is used for the dedicated-line modem ZUx (ZU1 or ZUA29) and the two right-hand slots
accommodate the star distributor NFK29. Alternatively it may be replaced by the Multiplexer RS232 board.

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All the line inputs are designed for connecting balanced 600 ohm cables and are protected against
overvoltage conditions by metal-oxide varistors. The following modems are used at present:
Standard (LGM28.8) V.21, V.22, V.22bis, V.32, V.32bis, V.34; V.25bis,
V.42bis; autodialing
ISDN modem (LGM64K) D-channel (DSS1, 1TR6), data transmission on B-
channel; autodialing
LGM9600H1 V.21, V.22, V.22bis, V.23, V.26bis, V.27ter, V.29; half
duplex mode
LGM1200MD V.23, 600 or 1200 baud, half duplex
dedicated line modem ZUA29 V.23, 1200 Baud
dedicated line modem ZU1 600 Baud
max. 2 hardwired star-distributors NFK29 Each distributor can handle and switch up to six
telephone channels. The two NFK29 work together with
modem ZUA29 or ZU1.
max. 2 Multiplexer RS232 (MPX) Each multiplexer can handle and switch up to six RS232
resp. RS422 channels.

8.4.1.6.1 Autodial Modem (LGM28.8D1)


Transmission mode: V.21 (300 bit/s, duplex) asynchronous
V.22 (1200 bit/s, duplex) synchronous and asynchr.
V.22bis (2400 bit/s, duplex) synch. and asynch.
V.23 (75/1200 bit/s, 1200/75 bit/s, asymm. duplex)
asynch.
V.32 (4800 bit/s, 7200 bit/s, 9600 bit/s, duplex) asynch.
and synch.
V.32bis (14400 bit/s, 12000 bit/s, duplex) asynch. and
synch.
V.34 (2400 ... 28800 bit/s, duplex) asynch. and synch.
Control interface V.24, TTL, connector CEPT
Dialing standard pulse or multi-frequency, FLASH- and
GROUND-key function supported
Transmit-level -10 dBm
Receive-level -43 ... 0 dBm, adjustable

8.4.1.6.2 Autodial ISDN Modem (LGM64K)


Transmission rate to DTE 300 to 115,200 bit/s, duplex, asynchronous 600 to 64,000
bit/s, duplex, synchronous
Line attenuation for S0 installation 6 dB/96 Hz
Unbalanced attenuation for S0 installation >43 dB

8.4.1.6.3 Dedicated-line Modem ZUA29


Related specifications V.23
Baudrate 1200 bit/s, half-duplex (sync.,async.)

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Control interface V.24, RS232 or RS422 specification


Transmission V.23 (fdown=1300 Hz, fup=2100 Hz)
Transmit level -45 ... 0 dBm, adjustable
Maximum line attenuation handled by the receiver 43 dB (at 0 dBm Tx-level)
Adjustable receive attenuation 0 ... 36 dB

8.4.1.6.4 Dedicated-line Modem ZU1


Related specifications V.23 modified
Baudrate 600 bit/s, half duplex (async.)
Control interface V.24, RS232 or RS422 specification
Transmission fdown=1320 Hz, fup=2760 Hz
Transmission level -36 ... 0 dBm, adjustable
Maximum line attenuation handled by the receiver 36 dB (at 0 dBm Tx-level)
Adjustable receive attenuation 0 ... 36 dB

8.4.1.6.5 Star-distributor NFK29


Multiplexed lines 6 independent lines to switch
Amplification (transmit, receive) 0 dB / 20 dB
Channel decoupling 60 dB
Inputs separate opto-isolated switching inputs for each line
Drive capability one dedicated line modem can operate two NFK29
Line connection 2 or 4-wire telephone cable
Line protection lightning protection is provided for each channel with
metal oxide varistors

8.4.1.6.6 Dedicated-line Modem LGM1200MD


Principle frequency-shift keying (V.23)
Telegraphic speed 600 or 1200 baud, half duplex (sync., async.)
Code any
Center frequency at up to 1200 bit/s outgoing: 1300 Hz
incoming: 2100 Hz
Frequency deviation ±400 Hz
Transmit level -6 dBm, adjustable to ±0, -3, -9 dBm
Receive level - 43 dBm, adjustable to -33 dBm,
Interface to CSB V.24
Telephone trunk line 2-wire, 300 ohms (remote side, e.g. RCSE)

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8.4.1.6.7 Dedicated-line Modem LGM9600H1


Transmission mode V.21, V.22, V.22bis, V.23, V.26bis, V.27ter, V.29 in half
duplex mode
Control interface V.24, TTL, connector CEPT standard
Dialing pulse or multi-frequency, FLASH- and GROUND-key
function supported
Transmit-level -10 dBm
Receive-level -43 ... 0 dBm, adjustable
(used as dedicated line modem to connect an ILS AN 420 to RCSE)

8.4.1.6.8 Multiplexer RS232


Output channels 6 channels configurable to modes RS232, RS422 and
TTL
Output signals RS232: TXD, RXD, GND of 6 channels or RS422: +TXD,
-TXD, +RXD, -RXD of 6 channels, led to NFK-1/2
connector to connect ILS stations via RS232/RS422
dedicated lines
Input signals TXD, RXD in mode RS232 or TTL (configurable)

8.4.1.6.9 Supported Protocols


Asynchronous protocol
Code code transparent transmission
Data Security CRC-CCITT-Bytes for each telegram (SOFT-CRC)
telegram frames SEL Doc. MLSG-SE-DR-A/0, S4000-
SE-DS-AR/000-100, SN400-TEL-SPEC
Local Area Network (LAN) NETBIOS interface for the session-layer (Ethernet)
Wide Area Network (WAN) Internet IP, TCP/IP, PPP Implementation

8.4.1.7 Level Converter LGM Extender 2 Unit


Level conversion CEPT-DEE of TTL to RS232 resp. RS422, opto and
electrically isolated for RS 422 connections to distant
equipment (e.g. RSU) without potential difference
Transmission baud rate up to 38.4 kbit/s (for RS232)
Insulating property >= 0.5 kV
Output LGMx (x = 1..4, only at LGM4 all signals are available),
RS232 or RS422, Canon DB9, secondary overvoltage
protection
External power supply + 5 V (possible for optocoupler outputs), not used in
RCSE
Operation: ambient temperature 0 to 70 °C
relative humidity max. 95 %

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8.4.2 General data INC/RSU

8.4.2.1 Housing and Power Supply


For standard applications the INC is mounted directly as a hinged front panel to the REU 19»-subrack. For
special applications or if it is used as slave panel RSU, it can also be mounted in a 19»-rack (refer to section
1.4.3.1). In combination with the REU, the INC is supplied with 5 V by the REU power module. Used as RSU
it is supplied by separate AC/DC- or DC/DC-converter (refer to section 1.4.3.2).

8.4.2.2 Components
- Panel with Status LED/Select Keys

- LED-display driver

8.4.2.3 Detailed Status Indication

EQUIPMENT RC
1 2 3
MAIN
4
STATUS
5 6 7 8
DETAILED STATUS
MON 1 MON 2 TX 1 TX 2 OPERATION

AERIAL AERIAL ON ON WARNING

STANDBY STANDBY WARNING WARNING DATA COM


ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM

FAULTY FAULTY FAULTY FAULTY


WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING

BYPASSED BYPASSED ON ANT ON ANT


NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL

CONTROL STATION
DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM
ENGAGED MAINS OFF

MAINTEN
SIL
MAINTEN MAINTEN MAINTEN MAINTEN MAINTEN MAINTEN MAINTEN
ENABLED ENV ALRM
COMMAND
ANT FTY
EQUIP CHANGE REQUEST LAMP
SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT
ON/OFF OVER RELEASE OTHER WARN
TEST

Figure 8-11: INC panel of RCSE with indications and controls


For each subsystem (area EQUIPMENT-MAIN STATUS, see fig. 1-11) the following indications are
available:

ALARM red Alarm:


Subsystem shut-down
Out-of-tolerance signal(s) while monitor in bypass
WARNING yellow Warning (Alert):
1. Transmitter(s) OFF
2. Equipm. initializing or (MLS: AZ/BAZ) reconfiguring
3. Primary Equipment shut-down by monitor
4. Limited Monitor Configuration (only one executive)
6. Local access (local panel or attached terminal)
7. Monitor Bypass (one or both)
8. MLS: Non-essential data shut-down

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9. MLS: C-band sync switched off


10. Battery operation
NORMAL green Normal Operation:
All transmitter and monitor equipments are switched on,
initialized and serviceable for the intended category of
operations (i. e. No Warning and No Alarm Condition).
DATA COM green Data-Communication:
Data-Communication between subsystem and RCSE
available
MAINTEN yellow Permanent indication:
1. Maintenance Warning (BITE Warning)
2. Local access (local panel or attached terminal)
Blinking indication:
indication of selected station

For the RCSE function (area RC, see fig. 1-11) the following indications and keys are available:
OPERATION green Normal operation
WARNING yellow REU BITE-Warning
DATA COM red Internal communication fault
SIL key Switches off the buzzer in case of alarm (’silence’)
LAMP TEST key Test of all indication lamps (buzzer is switched on)

8.4.2.4 Select Subsystem Indication and Control


By selection of a defined Subsystem the following indications and controls are available:
Monitor 1/2 status indication (area EQUIPMENT-DETAILED STATUS-MON1/2, see fig. 1-11):
AERIAL green No Aerial Alarm
STANDBY green No Standby warning
FAULTY yellow Monitor Fault
BYPASSED yellow Monitor Bypass

Transmitter 1/2 status indication (area EQUIPMENT-DETAILED STATUS-TX1/2, see fig. 1-11):
ON green TX on
WARNING yellow BITE Warning
FAULTY red Transmitter faulty (TX shut down)
ON ANT green TX connected to aerial
Control of local/remote mode (area EQUIPMENT-DETAILED STATUS-CONTROL, see fig. 1-11):
ENGAGED yellow Remote mode, RCSE can only be controlled by PC
(COMMAND keys not active)
ENABLED green Local mode, RCSE can be controlled using INC panel
keys (COMMAND keys active)
REQUEST RELEASE key Change between local and remote mode (in local mode
theCOMMAND keys EQUIP ON/OFF and CHANGE
OVER are active)
Station status indication (area EQUIPMENT-DETAILED STATUS-STATION, see fig. 1-11):
MAINS OFF yellow Mains power supply of station is switched off
ENV ALRM red Multiple purpose (e.g. intrusion alarm, fire alarm)

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ANT FTY red currently not used


OTHER WARN yellow Miscellaneous communication and protocol errors
Commands for change mode (area EQUIPMENT-DETAILED STATUS-COMMAND, see fig. 1-11):
EQUIP ON/OFF key Switching on/off station (after actuating REQUEST
RELEASE key), local mode is active, ENABLED
indication is switched on
CHANGE OVER key Transmitter is changed over to other antenna (after
actuating REQUEST RELEASE key), local mode is
active, monitors areboth in bypassed mode

8.4.2.5 Control Facilities for an attached PC with WIN ADRACS User Program
Standard operating software for the specific NAV-systems is used. The following listing refers basically to
navaids (with implemented functions valid for MLS).
The attached terminal has the following control facilities:
- to enter passwords for different security levels,
- to select a defined subsystem to obtain subsystem data,
- to display subsystem additional status indications,
- to display Basic and Auxiliary Data Words,
- to display transmitter data (frequency, ..),
- to display executive monitor alarms and alerts,
- to display executive monitor alarm and alert limits,
- to display executive monitor numerical results,
- to display maintenance data (BITE data, BITE results, .....),
- to deny/grant local control mastership,
- to input/change Basic and Auxiliary Data Words,
- to input/change transmitter data (frequency, ..),
- to input/change executive monitor alarm and alert limits (this capability is only available using the
highest security level password),
- to switch equipment ON/OFF,
- to switch subsystems to standby equipment and redundant components
- (where applicable),
- to switch the runway configuration (AZ/BAZ conversion, EL control),
- to restart equipment,
- to input dialing numbers for autodialing modems.

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8.4.3 General Data CTU and RWY-Select

8.4.3.1 Housing
For standard applications the CTU and RWY-Select panels are mounted as a front panel to a 19 inch
subrack which is mounted in a 19 inch housing (Fig. 1-9). For special applications it can also be mounted in
19 inch racks or control consoles. The RWY-Select panel is an ILS application and only installed when
required and, if not equipped, replaced by a blank panel (see fig. 1-9).

8.4.3.2 Power Supply


Input: DC +5 V (from REU)
or 14 ... 70 V with built-in DC/DC-converter
AC 85 ... 264 V with built-in AC/DC-converter

8.4.3.3 Components
- Processor unit 8051 (PU-51) with generic software (firmware) to control the displays and key
activations
- CTU-panel with Status LED/Select Keys
- RWY-panel with Status LED/Select Keys

8.4.3.4 Subsystem Status Indication (CTU Panel)


NORMAL green Normal Operation
All transmitter and monitor equipments are switched on,
initialized and serviceable for the intended category of
operations (i. e. No Warning and No Alarm Condition).
WARNING yellow Warning (Alert)
- Transmitter(s) OFF
- Equipm. initializing or (MLS: AZ/BAZ) reconfiguring
- Primary Equipment shut-down by monitor
- Limited Monitor Configuration (only one executive)
- Local Access (local panel or attached terminal)
- Monitor Bypass (one or both)
- MLS: Non-essential data shut-down
- MLS: C-band sync switched off
- Battery operation
ALARM red Alarm
- Subsystem shut-down
- Out-of-tolerance signal(s) while monitor in bypass

8.4.3.5 System Status Indication (RWY-Select Panel)


OPERATIONAL green Normal Operation
All subsystems required for operation in the designated
category of service are switched on, initialized and fully
serviceable. It is also required that all subsystems are
under remote control (no Warning, no Alarm).
DEGRADED yellow Degraded, Warning (Alert)
Any condition of a subsystem, that would impair the

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system availability or continuity of service


(De-Categorization).
Initialization or (AZ/BAZ) reconfiguration.
SHUT DOWN red Alarm
- Any subsystem OFF.
- Any shut-down of a subsystem.
- Local control of a subsystem.

8.4.3.6 CTU Switch Controls


For the CTU function the following controls are available:
BRIGHTNESS UP Increase brightness of indicators
BRIGHTNESS DOWN Decrease brightness of indicators
ALARM SILENT Visual and audible alarm reset
LAMP TEST

8.4.3.7 RWY-Select Switch Controls


Runway select switch including indication (ENABLE) for clearance and availability.

8.4.4 Conformity and Licensing Approval


The RCSE 443 device complies with the requirements of EC Guideline 89/336/EEC in its implementation.
Individually, the device fulfills the requirements of the following EMC Guidelines:
- EN 55022 1998 Emission Tests
EN 61000-3-2 1995
EN 61000-3-3 1995
- EN 55024 1998 Immunity Tests
(EN 61000-4-2 1995
EN 61000-4-11 1994)

8.4.5 Safety Precautions

8.4.5.1 1.4.5.1 Work on the Equipment


In order to avoid risks to persons and consequential damage to subassemblies, the DC-converter has to be
switched off prior to removing or inserting a subassembly or prior to removing a plug-in connector.

8.4.5.2 Handling electrostatically sensitive Subassemblies


When replacing subassemblies and plug-in cards containing electrostatically sensitive components, special
precautionary measures should be taken during removal, transport and installation in order to prevent
damage to the components. We refer to the customer documentation of the manufacturer.

Subassemblies which contain electrostatically sensitive components are


marked with this symbol.

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If any of the maintenance personnel need to touch one of these subassemblies, they should place both
hands flat on a grounded conductive surface for a few seconds to eliminate static charges. The subassembly
can be touched - preferably at an insulator (board edge, lever mechanism, etc.) - as soon as the potential
has been equalized in this manner. It is advisable to avoid touching the contacts of the plug-in connectors,
the conductor paths and the components themselves. Some of the subassemblies must be left in their
antistatic packaging or plastic bags as long as possible. The special procedures described below should be
followed when subassemblies and plug-in boards are replaced within the framework of repair and
maintenance activities, due to the risk of damage to electrostatically sensitive components.
To remove a subassembly:
- Switch off the system before beginning the replacement procedure.
- Eliminate any static body charges by touching the frame of the grounded rack with both hands.
- Remove the subassembly and lay it down on a bench with a grounded conductive worktop.
- Pack the subassembly in an antistatic plastic bag and send it off to the manufacturer for repair.
To install a subassembly:
- Eliminate any static body charges by touching the frame of the grounded rack with both hands.
- Remove the subassembly from the antistatic plastic bag.
- Install the subassembly.
- Switch on the system again.

8.4.5.3 Using Lithium Batteries


Always read the label on the battery.

WARNING

Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C or incinerate any lithium cell. Do not short-circuit the cell
or solder directly on it. Disregard of the norms regarding the use of lithium batteries may cause the risk of
fire, explosion and the leakage of toxic liquid and gas. Run-down batteries are objects that can pollute the
environment and must be disposed of taking the proper precautions.

8.4.5.4 Observation of safety regulations


In addition to the above-mentioned instructions for avoiding damage and injury, locally valid safety
regulations should always be observed.

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8.5 SHORT DESCRIPTION

8.5.1 General Overview RCSE 443


See Fig. 1-12.
Fig. 1-1 shows the structure of a typical ILS remote control system. The central unit is the RCSE, which is
connected to the stations of the instrument landing system via dedicated lines. It includes the REU and the
INC as standard components. The REU is also used for the RMC 443 and also for the LCU 443 in the
VORTAC (or VOR/DME) shelter. Therefore the design of the REU is modular in order to be adaptable for the
different applications. The block diagram below shows the REU with the 7 available boards, which may be
present in one of the existing seven PC-slots. The maintenance functions are controlled by a PC system via
the communications interface of the REU. In addition, a connection to a maintenance center (RMC) is
available via the auto dial modem (or ISDN modem) and the PSTN. The control and indication panels are
largely identical. The control panel is black with inscriptions in white; the recessed, transparent fields are
half back-illuminated with red, yellow and green LED arrays. A separate label can be inscribed in the top row
for each system. The power supply is always +5 V and is obtained either from the REU or from a separate
DC converter.

115/230 VAC (or alternatively 36 ... 72 VDC) Network interface link (optional) In/Out analog
J18/19 S12 OIO 1/2 LAN 1/2

REU AC/DC or 5V
DC/DC +12 V
Processor Board
P4N 486 INC ADC OIO ELC
Ethernet
Converter -12 V X4

PC Backpanel

Modem Backpanel

PC1 Serial
PC2 Interface Board
SIB modem bus

LED SIB
SW1
Modem 1) Modem 1) Modem 1)3) Modem 1)2)3) Modem NFK-29
5)
NFK-29
5)
LGM 1 LGM 2 LGM 3 LGM 4 ZUA/ZU1 1 2
RCSE

Connector Backpanel with Protectors

1a2 2a2 1sA 1sB LGM1 LGM2 LGM3 LGM4 ZUA NFK-1 NFK-2 2sA/ 2a1/ 1+2a3/ 1a1/ 1a3 2a3 IN/OUT
422 CTU 422 RSU

3) 2) 2) 4) 4)
3) 5)
4)

PSTN
PC1
PC2 (analog CTU RSU
diagnosis or S0)
1) normally dial modems
LOC GS FFM MM OM LGM28.8 or LGM64K are used
RWY 2) alternatively the ILS system

RMC Select can be connected at LGM4


using an LGM1200MD
modem
REU+INC 3) AN 420 ILS stations are
Printer DME connected via dedicated
line modems LGM9600H1
2) 3) in half duplex mode
PC ILS NAV system 4) alternatively RS422 connection
to CTU or RSU via LGM Exten-
der 2 Unit at LGM4
optional 5) alternatively Multiplexer RS232
for dedicated lines to ILS stations

Figure 8-12: RCSE, block diagram (with one ILS system), example

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8.5.2 Control Tower Unit CTU

The CTU is designed to be installed in the ATC control tower. It consists of an »AIR NAV SUBSYSTEMS»
front panel, which indicates the status of each of eight NAV subsystems with one green, one red and one
yellow LED, and can be enhanced with the RWY selector, which in ILS/MLS installations indicates the
general status of two approach systems with four LED’s each, and which has a key switch for selecting the
desired approach direction. Once again, it is possible to cascade additional units. An external line
termination at the end of the cascaded units is not necessary.

8.5.3 Maintenance Data Terminal


The navigation systems can be controlled via a maintenance data terminal in local mode, for the purposes of
first setup procedure, maintenance and flight measurements. The PC control software for the various NAV
systems must be installed on a portable PC system. The serial interface parameters for diagnostics have to
be adjusted as follows: 9600 Baud / 8 bits / parity: none / stop bit: 1.
Minimum requirements:
- Laptop 386DX, VGA monochrome monitor
- 4 MB RAM, 100 MB HDD, 3.5» FDD (1.44 MB)
- MS-WINDOWS 3.1x or higher
- NS 16550 compatible communication controller

ANS recommends the following configuration:


- Laptop 486SL
- 8 MB RAM, 120 MB HDD, 3.5» FDD (1.44 MB), VGA adapter
- VGA color monitor
- MS-DOS 5.x or higher, MS-WINDOWS 3.1x
- NS 16550 compatible communication controller

8.5.4 Principle of Operation


The REU is the central unit of the Remote Control and Status Equipment (RCSE 443), thus responsible for
the functions which control the data communication sequences and organization. It also handles higher-level
system functions. The functions performed by the REU can be subdivided into 3 groups:
Internal functions
- Setting the interface parameters
- Interrupt control of the interfaces
- Data backups
External functions/Communication
- Periodical request of status data (master)
- Control of polling of the maintenance data of a selected station with the PC program (slave)
- Forwarding control commands from the control panel to the station concerned (slave)
- Forwarding the status, history status and maintenance data to the PC and RMC (slave)
- Forwarding all status changes to the RMC (master)
- Driving the control and indication panels
- History memories
- Access management
System control (according to priorities; optional)

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- Runway selection (RWY 1/2 SWITCH)


- Runway selection enable (SWITCH CONTROL)
- Operation/programming with the PC (PC CONTROL)
- Dual-face interlock
- Forced switching off of the LOC, GS, markers and FFM

8.5.4.1 Internal Functions


Whereas the interface parameters need only be set once when the system is started up, selection of the
communication paths and data back up are recurring tasks. The respective communication interface is
selected via interrupt-driven Serial Interface Board (SIB). The connections of the dial modems are set up via
the modem interface in accordance with V.25bis conventions.
All the data necessary for the RC system to run correctly - in other words the operating parameters - is
saved as a file in the ’RAM side’ of the flash disk (on processor board P4N 486). The actual REU application
program and the operating system (MS-DOS) are stored in the ’EPROM side’ of the flash disk (on processor
board P4N 486) in form of normal MS-DOS files. The EPROM/RAM side of the flash disk (on processor
board P4N 486) is managed by MS-DOS.
When the system is started up, the application program and the configuration file are loaded by means of the
AUTOEXEC.BAT file (AUTOmatic EXECution BATch). During the initialization procedure, a checksum is
figured out for the configuration file (CRC) and compared with the checksum stored in this file, to make sure
that the file does not contain any errors and has not been modified in an unauthorized way (the configuration
file can only be modified by authorized persons).
Whenever the synchronous and asynchronous interfaces are used for communication, either a CRC (cyclic
redundancy check) checksum in form of two bytes is appended to the telegrams, which ensures extremely
reliable data transmission, or at least a parity bit is set.

8.5.4.2 External Functions/Communication


Each time an attempt is made to communicate, the REU must check whether or not the requested procedure
is actually allowed according to the control message. The command is not executed until confirmation is
received. Otherwise, an error message is generated. If a transmission error occurs, an answer message is
never generated.

8.5.4.2.1 Designation and Storage of Events


Events are all confirmed recognized condition changes of a subsystem, regardless of whether they are
reactions to errors, control commands or parameter changes which have been placed into effect (not in
TEST mode), as well as communication errors. All events are provided with the identity and type of the
affected device as well as a time label, and stored internally in non-volatile memory. Data retention is limited
to 100 entries. The entries may be deleted completely or in part through operator functions or transmitted
through the user interfaces to a maintenance terminal.

8.5.4.2.2 Error Handling


Communication errors are acknowledged with corresponding error codes. Every error recognized during
data checking leads to the discarding of the corresponding telegrams.

8.5.4.3 System Control


The REU manages the priorities of RWY SWITCH, SWITCH CONTROL and PC CONTROL. It also
distinguishes between two operating modes:

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- With DUAL FACE INTERLOCK: Only one system at a time is allowed to radiate a signal if the
runway has ILSs on both sides.
- Without DUAL FACE INTERLOCK: Each system can be switched on and off separately if there are
two intersecting or parallel approach directions.
The operating mode is preset in the configuration file. The REU also controls forced switching off of the GS,
the MARKER and the FFM, if the associated LOC indicates an ALARM or a DATA COM ERROR or is set to
LOCAL MODE, or if the associated FFM indicates an ALARM (time-delayed, 1... 60 s). »Automatic disable
on/off» is specified separately in the configuration file for the GS, the MARKER and the FFM.

8.5.5 Interfaces to local Installations

8.5.5.1 NAVAIDS/ILS Systems


The LCU communicates with the NAV systems through the existing RS232C or RS422 interfaces with the
current unchanged protocols. The transmission rate is set as high as possible, depending on the type and
quality of the link. Up to three NAV systems can be connected to an LCU (for example: (D)VOR, TAC 453 or
DME 415 and ELTA).
The individual NAV systems of a station are controlled through serial interfaces (via SIB), or as an option
through parallel interfaces (via OIO). AN 400 and S4000 systems (D)VOR), DME/TACAN (DME 415/TAC
453 and ELTA; via IOM) are connected through serial interfaces, while the older device generation (D)VOR-
3000 as well as FSD-10/FTA-13 are linked in parallel as necessary.
For the incorporation of an ILS, the LCU is installed in the form of the RCSE 443 in the engineering area of
the associated airport. With this variation, the individual ILS stations are linked by means of dedicated lines.
Corresponding to the modems of the station, the ZU1 or ZUA signal converters or the LGM 28.8/ 64K
modems are employed for data transmission. Cyclical line polling is performed through the NFK29 low-
frequency node, to which up to 6 dedicated lines may be connected. Alternatively a dedicated line modem
LGM1200MD (in party line operation mode) can be used instead of ZUx modem and star distributor NFK. A
second alternative is the usage of a Multiplexer RS232 board instead of a star distributor NFK to build
RS232 resp. RS422 dedicated line connections to ILS stations. The data transmission rate when using ZU1
modem is 600 Bd, when using LGM1200MD modem it is 600 or 1200 Bd when using LGM28.8 modem it is
4800 Bd. To connect AN 420 ILS equipment to the RCSE 443 the LGM9600H1 modem is used in half
duplex mode.

8.5.5.2 On-site Devices


Additional devices and in-house technical installations may be monitored through discrete line conditions.
The OIO card (Optocoupled-Input-Output) with 24 + 8 discrete inputs/outputs is provided for this purpose.
This card is connected directly through the bus and controlled by its own driver program.
The configuration - that is, the assignment of specific inputs to specific devices as well as the definition of the
allocated signals - is performed through the local maintenance terminal. The plug-in unit is designed for
signals of 5 V, while other versions for 12 V or 24 V are also optionally available.

8.5.5.3 WIN ADRACS Interface to local PC (Laptop)


The functions for settings and maintenance are executed by a local control PC (laptop). In order to simplify
the operations, communications may take place through the LCU and not directly at the navigation device
(no plug switching of the V.24/RS232C interface). The laptop used for local WIN ADRACS operation is
connected through an RS232C serial interface with a configurable baud rate for this.
The concept of control and message telegram transmission is also applied here. In the case of a failure, if
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telegram structure corresponds to an asynchronous protocol which is specifically adapted to the remote
controls of the navigation system.
The telegram is composed of bytes (1 byte = 8 bits). Each byte is limited by a start bit and a stop bit. A
maximum interval of 1 ms each occurs between the data blocks of 10 bits which have been generated. By
setting time loops at the beginning of the transmission, it is thus possible to recognize improper telegram
lengths. Data security is performed by a Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC).
The ELTA control program - ELTARC - is also invoked through the WIN ADRACS user interface. The RCSE
establishes the handshake with the ELTA control device CU and converts the data telegrams into the
specific ELTA protocol; it also performs the opposite operations.
The WIN ADRACS program is described in more detail in Technical Manual WIN ADRACS.

8.5.5.4 Interface for remote Data Transmission


The modem with auto-dialing functions for remote data transmission is connected through a serial,
asynchronous interface.

8.5.6 Interface to LAN Network


The base for network interfacing is the P4N processor board with Ethernet controller/connector which is
available for the RCSE. The network interface feature allows to transfer the information of the RCSE
containing the status of all connected systems via SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol). SNMP is
a TCP/IP protocol that generally uses the User Datagram Protocol (UDP) to exchange messages between a
management information base (MIB) and a management client residing on a network. Since SNMP does not
rely on the underlying communication protocols, it can be made available over other protocols, such as XNS
or DECnet etc. A generic »NAVAIDS MIB» was defined in order to mirror the status of the REU. The
configuration of the network link feature is implemented in the specific SIT-file of the RCSE installation.
The performance of the RCSE is enlarged by the availability of a network interface, which allows access to
the REU via Ethernet and SNMP. The following characteristics are accessible:
- Status of the REU
- Status of the stations connected to the REU
- Transfer of status changes to up to four hosts (IP address) using SNMP trap function. This trap contains
the new status.
- Definition of a gateway (IP address) for routing to other subnet.
- Definition of the IP address of a NTP-server in order to request time status every 10 minutes. Internal
time of REU is corrected correspondingly (accuracy : ±5 s).
- All IP addresses are defined in the associated SIT-file.

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8.6 RCSE SOFTWARE


The central feature of the RCSE/REU is an industrial PC system which uses MS-DOS (Version 3.3 or
higher). All the data required to run the remote control system correctly (operating parameters) is saved in a
file in a battery-backed CMOS-RAM (RAM disk).
The software is written in programming language ADA. The software and the operating system are stored in
the EPROM (EPROM disk) as normal MS-DOS files. The RCSE software is subdivided into the following
functions:
- Initialization
- Communication routines
- Communication distributor/history memories/system control
- Subsystem data input
- System security

8.6.1 Initialization
When the system is started up, the configuration file (CONFIG.SYS) is loaded and verified with a CRC
checksum. The operation mode of the REU is then selected (local mode at LCU, remote mode at RCSE or
RMC), the communication channels are assigned according to the system configuration and the interrupts
for controlling the interfaces are defined.
The sequence table is then initialized for the connected stations (baud rate, channel number, telegram type,
etc.), the switched-line modems are installed and the telephone numbers are programmed. All the flags,
peripheral chips, HW and SW counters, multiplexers, tables, etc. must be set to a defined initial state, which
is also partly dependent on the contents of the configuration file. Finally, the password is installed and
communication is started.

8.6.2 System Control


The REU system incorporates a maintenance mode, which is controlled via a Maintenance data terminal
(PC) or via an RMC.
The RCSE software controls certain system functions by setting/resetting software flags resulting from error
detection or status changes of hardware switches or keys on the CTU or INC. The states of the flags are
indicated on the CTU respectively INC panels.
Data communication error
The software flag DATA COM ERROR of a station is set in the REU software if an attempt to exchange
telegrams between the REU and the desired (selected) station fails x times in a row. The number ’x’ can be
defined in the configuration file for each station.
The DATA COM ERROR flag is reset after each successful telegram exchange.

Runway selection
The selection of the active runway system is normally done via the CTU. The hardware switches SW1/SW2
on the rear side of the CTU board enable or disable the selection of runway 1 or runway 2, which is done via
the key switch on the front side of the RunWaY Select panel of the CTU. A telegram is sent to the REU
every 2 seconds containing the status of the key switch and the position of the SW1/SW2 hardware
switches. The REU sets the flag RWY-1/2-SWITCH, if the selection of the runway is enabled (on CTU).
If the REU doesn’t receive any Runway Select telegram from the CTU for more than 10 seconds, the PC
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user program. This only applies until another valid telegram is received from the CTU. Otherwise, the PC is
not allowed to alter the RWY-1/2-SWITCH flag.

INC control of stations (switch control)


The INC control of a station is only possible, if the corresponding runway is not active, i.e. the flag RWY-1/2-
SWITCH flag is set to 0. The PC control of the INC panel controlled station is not allowed, only the PC
control of other stations of the runway is possible.

PC control of stations
Sending telegrams to a station from PC (using WIN ADRACS user program) is only allowed if the
corresponding runway is not active and the selected station is not controlled by INC panel. To send
commands to the station (e.g. transmitter on/off) the PC user has to be logged in with a password level > 2.
If PC control is active the flag PC CONTROL is set.

Dual-face interlock
The REU manages the two different operating modes for runway systems, which have ILS systems on both
sides. This mode is preset in the configuration file. The two modes are:
- With DUAL FACE INTERLOCK:
Only one of the ILS systems at a time is allowed to radiate a signal.
- Without DUAL FACE INTERLOCK:
Each ILS system can be switched on/off separately if there are two intersecting or parallel
approach directions.

Automatic disabling of stations (Forced Shutdown)


For ILS or MLS systems it is sometimes necessary to do forced switching off of associated stations, if a
’Main’ station is in ALARM state. For the stations GS, LOC and Marker it is possible to define two ’Main’
stations in the configuration file. An ’ON’- and ’OFF’-time for each ’Main’ station has to be configured in the
file, that define the switching on and off delays between alarm occurrence/disappearance and the forced
switching off/on of the associated stations. Additionally, the consideration of a data com error in context with
forced switching off can be defined in the configuration file (flag ON-/OFF-CONTROL).

8.6.3 Communication Routines


The precondition for the establishment of a communications link is that there are identical protocols on all
terminal systems. Open communication between all user stations is then possible technically. However, this
may be restricted at any time, for organizational purposes, for instance. A switched line connection with an
analog (or digital) terminal, which also allows telephone operations, exists as a network system connection
for cost-effective data communication through the public telecommunications network.
Communication with the terminal equipment is implemented using different types of telegram. The telegrams
are converted by special communication routines. The data answers are checked in addition, and either
forwarded to the communication distributor or ignored if applicable with an error message. A special
communication routine is used to control the switched-line modem, so that switched line connections can be
set up automatically.

8.6.3.1 Communication Distributor/History Memory


The communication distributor RCSE can be imagined as a kind of data »turntable» for the different
telegram types between the orderers of the requested tasks. It receives data, checks it and redistributes it.
The distributor controls the chronological sequence of all communication functions. The RCSE only performs
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signaled to the RMC as a result of a status change. All other serial interfaces are polled in response to a
request. The MAIN STATUS of stations directly connected is requested by means of a polling mechanism.
Communication with the stations is periodic and controlled by sequence tables, which list all the configured
stations. The structure of the tables differs according to the requirements of the other communication
channels. Due to the fact that no stations which do not belong to the system are configured, the sequence
tables and the polling cycles are both shortened. If there are two low-frequency nodes, the stations are split
between two sequence tables and two of them are addressed simultaneously. The length of the polling
cycles is thus halved.
The control program monitors the time frame of the individual telegram sequences. If an answer message is
not received from the polled station within the specified frame time, the polling continues with the next station
in the table. After n unsuccessful attempts (see configuration file), DATA_COM_ERROR is set for the station
concerned, and the history memory is updated due to the change in the MAIN STATUS. The status
information which is received is checked for changes, which are stored if need be in the history memory.
Since the devices at the interfaces are polled with different protocols, it is necessary to preprocess the data
at the interface uniformly for the system. It is also possible to incorporate new protocols non-reactively into
the existing REU software at later date because of this separation.
The functions at the station are realized on the one side by the application software of the REU and, on the
other, by the software in the laptop PC. As is the case with remote diagnosis, the laptop PC assumes the
interface function to the maintenance engineer, while the REU establishes communications to the individual
devices. As a result of the multiple serial interfaces, a quasi multitasking structure of the REU software is
necessary. Communications for the serial interfaces to the individual devices takes place through the
V.24/RS232C or RS422.
The application is processed in specific structures. In the Accept section, the tasks are accepted by the task
requester and queued for processing. Execution is asynchronous to the task request. In the Operation
Controls section, the tasks are, according to the current status of the subsystem, discarded or additionally
detailed for execution. In the Execution section, the tasks are executed, by polling other devices, for
example, or by assigning other Ada subsystems.

8.6.3.2 Subsystem Data Input


The programming of site specific data is required for all navaids equipment with microprocessor-controlled
signal processing for transmitter signal generation, built-in testing and monitoring. The input/change of
variable system parameters for the transmitter and for the monitor is executed by digital data entry. The data
input via the keyboard of a maintenance data terminal in a menu technique is a comfortable method to enter
data to the equipment.
For integrity reasons, the data entry (input/change) is only possible in the maintenance mode (monitor
bypass on) and besides, corresponding password procedures are implemented. In addition to local control,
executive monitor alarm and alert limits can be changed remotely by means of an attached terminal - beside
the input/change of Basic and Auxiliary Data words - .
The capability of remote data input of Auxiliary Data words is absolutely necessary. The remote change of
monitor alarm limits can ease the flight test procedure.
Due to the fact that at the remote site it should be possible to change parameters which are critical to safety,
the monitor-bypass mode (maintenance mode) is not identical to the local/remote control switching function
on the Local Control and Status Unit, i.e. the following switching functions are independent:
- Remote control/local control
- Test mode (MLS only) and
- Monitor-bypass mode (maintenance mode)
For AN 400 and S4000 systems only the monitor-bypass mode is used. For MLS and DME/P the following
definitions are to be applied:
Monitor-bypass mode defines that this specific monitor is not executive (no switch-over - shut down initiation,
even if the signal is out-of-tolerance).

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Maintenance mode defines that the equipment to be monitored is under control of the maintenance
personnel (no monitor executive function to this equipment).

8.6.3.3 Communication with AN 400 and SYSTEM 4000 Stations


The REU is the controlling, active unit for this type of communication. The stations receive control messages
in a fixed polling cycle and respond with answer messages; they cannot issue an answer message without
first receiving a control message (MASTER/SLAVE principle). A transmission cycle thus always consists of a
control message and an answer message.
The configured stations are not accessed democratically, i.e. all the primary stations LOC-1, GS-1, LOC-2
and GS-2, but only one of the other stations, are addressed during each polling cycle. The time until the
secondary stations are updated is correspondingly longer. It is also generally possible to communicate with
two ILS stations on one channel, or with one or more (D)VOR systems. If the remote station is an LCU, all
the instruments connected to it can be addressed individually. The channel assignment is always freely
selectable. During normal operation, only the MAIN STATUS is requested from all stations.
If a station is selected with the control unit however (INC or PC), the system status data and the
maintenance data (PC CONTROL) are requested from this station as well. The refresh rate of all the system
data is reduced as a result.

8.6.3.4 Communication via Open Interfaces


Open interfaces are ones which can be used for maintenance operation, e.g. the PC interfaces and the RMC
connection. It is not possible to begin maintenance operation via different interfaces at the same time. This is
governed by access levels 1...5. Operation at levels 3 to 5 is only possible if no other sessions are in
progress simultaneously. In order to protect the RCMS system against unauthorized access, the REU
demands a modifiable 6-character password, which is transmitted together with the number of the access
level (password level).
The REU operates in slave mode with this type of communication, i.e. no telegrams are issued without a
prior request. The PC control program (WIN ADRACS) requests the system status or the maintenance data
(PC CONTROL) of a particular station via the PC or RMC interface. This data is then forwarded by the REU
to the station if necessary (control message). The answer data which is returned by the station is forwarded
to the PC. The REU is informed of the start of every PC communication session by means of the LOGIN
command (password), and of the end of the session by LOGOUT. The LOGIN procedure does not allow
more than three input attempts.
If three unsuccessful attempts are made, all further inputs are blocked for 3 minutes. This interval is
incremented by 1 minute with every additional, unsuccessful attempt, and finally increased to 60 minutes
after the 10th failed attempt. For a new site, where user and passwords have not yet been arranged, user 1
is free for the first access to the system (all other users are blocked).

8.6.3.5 History Memories


All system changes (RWY 1/2) and all changes in the status of a station which are not caused by RWY
CONTROL or SWITCH CONTROL are stored in a history memory in the REU. This stack is physically
located in the ’RAM side’ of the flash disk on processor board P4N 486. When the REU is initialized, an
initial event (history event) is stored for each approach direction and subsystem. Each history memory can
be erased by the control program for a particular date. A status change is stored after the new MAIN
STATUS has remained unchanged for at least one minute. If the status changes constantly, only one
change per day is recorded.

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8.6.3.6 Control of Indications


The indications are derived continuously from the MAIN STATUS telegrams, and output to the requesting
point when the general status is polled.

8.6.4 System Security


The Maintenance Data Terminal uses passwords and user identifiers to prevent from unauthorized access to
the system. This is implemented in all the maintenance menus active for the different subsystems (e.g. WIN
ADRACS for AN 400 systems) for five levels of security. Not having an open system communication concept
but only a point-to-point connection, access to the maintenance data terminal is possible only at especially
assigned locations. These areas are usually only accessible by authorized personnel.
In addition to the maintenance data terminal security with the above passwords, the start of data-
transmission at the RMC’s for starting communication on switched public telephone lines is secured by a
variable password with ’6 characters’ including defined login sequences. To increase the system security,
the data communication with control and message telegrams for switched public telephone lines to a
subsystem can only start after establishing a switched line connection with the subsystem site. This ensures
that authorized telephone numbers are allowed communication accesses to a subsystem.
For the autodialing procedure caused by a change of subsystem-status, this process of communicating is
straight forward. Having established the connection, the RMC sends control telegrams and the subsystem
replies with the message telegrams.
In case of a desired communications link from an RMC, the RMC dials the number of the subsystem and
gives the message to call the RMC back. Now the subsystem reorganizes the communication with the
configured fixed programmed telephone number of the defined RMC. With this procedure access by other
than authorized personnel is avoided.
The security of the data transmission itself is ensured by the master/slave concept employed with its defined
control and message telegrams within fixed time frames. Each telegram is terminated by a two byte CRC.
The data communication is monitored and displayed on the INC.

8.6.5 INTERNET Interface


The PPP protocol has been established in the Internet standard for the transmission of data packets on
serial transmission paths with the following advantages:
- error recognition by means of CRC in accordance with CCITT in an asynchronous HDLC frame
- support of different protocols such as TCP, UDP, IP-Datagrams, DECNet, Apple-Talk, Novell, ...
- better support of the connection establishment procedure on the switched lines
The serial communication link between the RCSE and the RMC is a link on a switched line of the public
telecommunication network. The packets of the IP entity are transmitted in a PPP frame and with a fast
modem through the serial line.
Additionally to the serial communication link using the PPP protocol a RJ45 interface (10BASET) available
as an option of the P4N processor board exists to connect the RCSE to an existing LAN network using the
SNMP protocol.

8.6.5.1 PPP Definition


The PPP protocol represents an implementation of the data link layer (OSI level 2), and makes a method for
transmitting of datagrams through a serial point-to-point link available. The protocol may be subdivided into
three main components:
- a method for encapsulating of datagrams on serial links
- a Link Control Protocol (LCP) for the establishment, configuration and validation of data-link
connections

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- a family of Network Control Protocols (NCP) for the establishment and configuration of different network
layer protocols (OSI level 3).
The PPP protocol utilizes the principles, terminology and frame structures of the specifications of ISO 3309
(HDLC or CCITT X.25 LAPB). The PPP applies the HDLC principle on an asynchronous serial connection.
The control principle corresponds to ISO 4335. The integrity of the data is ensured in accordance with HDLC
by a CRC-CCITT. Upon the establishment of a PPP connection, both stations send LCP packets (link
control). These packets serve to configure and test the link.
After the creation of the data link, the network layer protocol which is used by both sides must be configured
and established with NCP packets (for example: Internet, DECNet, Novell). After the configuration of the link
by PPP, information packets may be sent until the logical connection is canceled by corresponding NCP,
LCP packets. Determined by the clear standardization of the PPP by RFC 1331, PPP implementations exist
for SUN workstations (the BRXPPP used by Brixton Inc., for example) on the one side and implementations
for PC (the PCTCP used by ftp-Softw. Inc., for example) on the other side of the link. These communicate
with each other without problems.

8.6.5.2 SNMP Definition


The SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a TCP/IP protocol that generally uses the User
Datagram Protocol (UDP) to exchange messages between a management information base (MIB) and a
management client residing on a network. Since SNMP does not rely on the underlying communication
protocols, it can be made available over other protocols, such as XNS or DECnet etc. A generic »NAVAIDS
MIB» was defined in order to mirror the status of the REU.
The SNMP interface provides the following features:
- SNMP agent
The SNMP agent is running if the REU is initialized properly.
- MIB access
Run the MIB browser.
- MIB information
Run the MIB browser to request the status of the REU and the connected stations. The community
name to read out data is »public». The data in the MIB must match the status shown at the RPU panel
of the RCSU.
- MIB information update
The REU updates the information of the MIB. Information is transferred to the MIB if any status is
changed.
- Trap handling
If a change in the status of the REU occurs a specific trap is sent. A maximum of four trap hosts can be
addressed. The IP address of the trap hosts is part of the SIT-file that is used to initialize the network
interface. The traps propagate the new status. Following traps are specified:
- REU status trap
- PC-control_1 trap
- PC-control_2 trap (only available if a second runway (ILS) is configured in the SIT file)
- Runway-status trap (ILS)
- Station status trap
- Diagnosis channel of REU
Using the diagnosis channel of the REU with a connected PC following information is available:
- data (addresses), used during initialisation
- trigger action by the REU on a NTP request; this is done, while a network is configured; it depends on
the definition of a host if there is really a request. The trigger informs only that the REU has tried to get
the actual time from the NTP server.
- transfer of data to the SNMP agent

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9. CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION AND INITIAL SETUP

9.1 GENERAL
This chapter describes the installation and initial setup procedures for the RCMS 443. The equipment and
system configurations are dependent on the local situation and may vary accordingly. The RCMS hardware
configuration is adapted to the site with the software by configuration files.
The installation and configuration of the optional Network Interface Link provided via P4N processor board is
described in section 2.3.5.

9.2 INSTALLATION

9.2.1 General
The installation procedures for the various components of the RCMS 443 are dependent on the local
situation. A default configuration is therefore assumed, consisting of an RCSE 443, a slave RSU, a CTU and
RWY select, a PC with a printer and an RMC-R/RMC-C.
9.2.2 Cabling (RCSE/CTU+RWY/RSU/PC/RMC)
- Set the AC and DC power switch on the rear of the subracks to »off»: lower position (Fig. 2-1).
- Connect a ground or frame cable.
- Connect the power supply (either AC or DC, depending on the configuration, see Fig. 2-1).
- Connect the external equipment (see Fig. 2-2).
-

CAUTION

If a DC power supply is used, take care to connect it with the correct polarity. Make sure the correct mains
voltage is set if an AC supply is used (REU: 115 or 230 V).

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Equipped with DC/DC-converter Equipped with AC/DC-converter


VAC 115/230 V VAC 115/230 V
Mains switch AC

NFK-1 NFK-1
Mains fuse
AC, F2H/250V
VDC VDC
36--72 V 36--72 V
+ -- + --

NFK-2 NFK-2
DC/DC DC/DC

I I
O O

DC power switch

+ -- REU-subrack: REU-subrack:
36 ... 72 V 115/230 V*
DC-Power AC-Power
Supply CTU/RSU-subrack: Supply CTU/RSU-subrack:
14 ... 70 V
85...264 V * selectable

Figure 9-1: RCMS 443 system cabling, power supply

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2 (14.4)
2 (28.8)

LGM1
RMC-C 4 (64K) 2 (14.4)
2 (28.8)

LGM1
4 (64K)
RMC-R

PTT

2 (14.4) Note:
2 (28.8)
4 (64K)
The overall length of a RS422 connection
LGM1

DVOR
2a3

line should be < 1 km !


S4000 RS422 LCU 443
The overall length of a RS232 connection
line should be < 15 m !

2 (14.4) 2 (14.4)
Terminal 2 (28.8) 2 (28.8)
(D)VOR 4) 4 (64K) 4 (64K)
RS232

Printer 2a3
LGM1 LGM2
PC2

ZUx 2a2

COM1
COM1
LPT1

1a2

PC1 RS232
RS232 diagnosis

RCSE 443
1a1

2a1

RS422
J1 CTU+RWY J2
2)

S12 OIO2 OIO1 LGM3 1) LGM4 1) 2) RS422

Dedicated
Lines J1 CTU+RWY J2
24 IN

2-wire
16 IN

16 OUT

2 2
8 OUT

Analog Control Control 3)


Signals Signals Signals AN 400 Landing Systems DME/TAC

1) LGM3/4 is equipped with LGM9600H1 3) Alternatively to ZU/NFK dedicated lines


optional
modem (half duplex, V.23) to connect the AN 400 Landing System can be
AN 420 ILS systems (MK 20) to RCSE. connected via LGM4 using a modem
LGM1200MD (party line), see fig. 2-3.
2) CTU is connected via LGM4 if LGM
Extended 2 Unit is used to prevent 4) (D)VOR S4000 connection, see fig. 2-4
potential difference in case of long lines

Figure 9-2: RCMS 443 system cabling, connections of peripheral equipment, example

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- Connection of ILS stations via LGM1200MD party line modems:


Use R/C-line termination (600 ohms II 47 nF) as shown in Fig. 2-3:

RCSE 443

REU INC

LGM1200MD **)

*)

dedicated lines 2-wire

*) *) *) *)

LGM1200MD LGM1200MD LGM1200MD LGM1200MD

LOC FFM Marker LOC

*) 600 ohms II 47 nF
**) replaces ZU modem and star distributor NFK29

Figure 9-3: ILS stations connected to RCSE via party line modems LGM1200MD (example)

- Connection of (D)VOR S4000 stations:


Replace cable to MB-E1/J11 and MB-E2/J9 with AF cable 24009 28099 and connect SubD connector
to 2a3 of RCSE. If necessary, use the 97240 28168 extension cable.

AF Extension AF Cable (D)VOR 4000


97240 28168 24009 28099

MB-E1 J11

J9
MB-E2

rear side

Figure 9-4: (D)VOR S4000 station connected to RCSE (example)

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9.2.3 RCSE/REU, Pin Assignment of Interface Connectors

LGM1 1sA 1a2/PC1


VAC 115/230 V OIO 1 OIO 2 S12
1
LGM2 1sB 2a2/PC2
NFK-1 LAN

LGM3 2sA/422 2a1/CTU 2


VDC
36--72 V
+ --
LGM4 1+2a3/422 1a1/RSU -12V +12V

NFK-2
ZUA 1a3
DC/DC

I IN/OUT 2a3
O

Figure 9-5: RCSE/REU back panel, connectors

9.2.3.1 SubD 25 Pin Connectors NFK-1, NFK-2 (male)


NFK-1 and NFK-2 used for connections via ZUx modem
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 F1 IN-A (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 13 Not connected
2 F1 IN-B (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 14 F1 OUT-A (4-wire Tx)
3 F2 IN-A (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 15 F1 OUT-B (4-wire Tx)
4 F2 IN-B (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 16 F2 OUT-A (4-wire Tx)
5 F3 IN-A (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 17 F2 OUT-B (4-wire Tx)
6 F3 IN-B (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 18 F3 OUT-A (4-wire Tx)
7 F4 IN-A (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 19 F3 OUT-B (4-wire Tx)
8 F4 IN-B (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 20 F4 OUT-A (4-wire Tx)
9 F5 IN-A (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 21 F4 OUT-B (4-wire Tx)
10 F5 IN-B (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 22 F5 OUT-A (4-wire Tx)
11 F6 IN-A (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 23 F5 OUT-B (4-wire Tx)
12 F6 IN-B (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Rx) 24 F6 OUT-A (4-wire Tx)
25 F6 OUT-B (4-wire Tx)

NFK1 and NFK-2 used for RS232 / RS422 connections (use of Multiplexer RS232 board)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 RS232 RXD Ch1 / RS422 +RXD Ch1 13 Not connected
2 not used / RS422 -RXD Ch1 14 RS232 TXD Ch1 / RS422 +TXD Ch1
3 RS232 RXD Ch2 / RS422 +RXD Ch2 15 RS232 GND Ch1 / RS422 -TXD Ch1
4 not used / RS422 -RXD Ch2 16 RS232 TXD Ch2 / RS422 +TXD Ch2
5 RS232 RXD Ch3 / RS422 +RXD Ch3 17 RS232 GND Ch2 / RS422 -TXD Ch2
6 not used / RS422 -RXD Ch3 18 RS232 TXD Ch3 / RS422 +TXD Ch3
7 RS232 RXD Ch4 / RS422 +RXD Ch4 19 RS232 GND Ch3 / RS422 -TXD Ch3
8 not used / RS422 -RXD Ch4 20 RS232 TXD Ch4 / RS422 +TXD Ch4
9 RS232 RXD Ch5 / RS422 +RXD Ch5 21 RS232 GND Ch4 / RS422 -TXD Ch4
10 not used / RS422 -RXD Ch5 22 RS232 TXD Ch5 / RS422 +TXD Ch5
11 RS232 RXD Ch6 / RS422 +RXD Ch6 23 RS232 GND Ch5 / RS422 -TXD Ch5
12 not used / RS422 -RXD Ch6 24 RS232 TXD Ch6 / RS422 +TXD Ch6
25 RS232 GND Ch6 / RS422 -TXD Ch6

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9.2.3.2 SubD 9 Pin Connectors (male)


LGM1 used for LGM28.8 / LGM64K / LGM1200MD / LGM9600H1
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 La / SX2- (Tx-) 6 E / not connected
2 Lb / SX1+ (Tx+) 7 not connected
3 a2 / SR1- (Rx-) 8 not connected
4 b2 / SR2+ (Rx+) 9 not connected
5 G / not connected
LGM2 used for LGM28.8 / LGM64K / LGM1200MD / LGM9600H1
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 La / SX2- (Tx-) 6 E / not connected
2 Lb / SX1+ (Tx+) 7 not connected
3 a2 / SR1- (Rx-) 8 not connected
4 b2 / SR2+ (Rx+) 9 not connected
5 G / not connected
LGM3 used for LGM28.8 / LGM64K / LGM1200MD / LGM9600H1
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 La / SX2- (Tx-) 6 E / not connected
2 Lb / SX1+ (Tx+) 7 not connected
3 a2 / SR1- (Rx-) 8 not connected
4 b2 / SR2+ (Rx+) 9 not connected
5 G / not connected
LGM4 used for LGM28.8 / LGM64K / LGM1200MD / LGM9600H1
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 La / SX2- (Tx-) 6 E / not connected
2 Lb / SX1+ (Tx+) 7 not connected
3 a2 / SR1- (Rx-) 8 not connected
4 b2 / SR2+ (Rx+) 9 not connected
5 G / not connected
LGM Extender 2 Unit used at one of LGM1..4 slots for external RS232 / RS422 connections, e.g. to
CTU or RSU in other buildings
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD / +TXD 6 DSR / +RTS
2 RXD / -TXD 7 RTS / -RTS
3 TXD / +RXD 8 CTS / +CTS
4 DTR / -RXD 9 RI / -CTS
5 Gnd
1sA used for external RS232 connections
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD 6 DSR
2 RxD 7 RTS
3 TxD 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 RI
5 Gnd
1sB used for external RS232 connections
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD 6 DSR

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2 RxD 7 RTS
3 TxD 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 RI
5 Gnd

2sA/422 used for external RS422 connections


PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 +TxD 6 +RxD
2 -TxD 7 - RxD
3 not connected 8 not connected
4 not connected 9 not connected
5 Gnd
1+2a3/422 used for external RS422 connections
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 +TxD (1a3) 6 +TxD (2a3)
2 -TxD (1a3) 7 - TxD (2a3)
3 +RxD (1a3) 8 +RxD (2a3)
4 -RxD (1a3) 9 -RxD (2a3)
5 Gnd
ZUA used for ZUA29
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 A12 (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Tx) 6 B22 (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Tx)

used as line
used as ZU

amplifier
2 B12 (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Tx) 7 A21 (4-wire Rx)
3 A11 (4-wire Rx) 8 B21 (4-wire Rx)
4 B11 (4-wire Rx) 9 not used
5 A22 (2-wire Rx/Tx; 4-wire Tx)
IN/OUT used as TTL Auxiliary I/O
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 AUX IN 1 6 AUX IN 6
2 AUX IN 2 7 AUX IN 7
3 AUX IN 3 8 AUX OUT 1
4 AUX IN 4 9 +5 V
5 AUX IN 5
1a2/PC1 used for PC1 (maintenance data terminal, PC)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD 6 DSR
2 RxD 7 RTS
3 TxD 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 RI
5 Gnd
2a2/PC2 used for PC2 (diagnosis terminal only, defined by internal software)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD 6 DSR
2 RxD 7 RTS
3 TxD 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 RI
5 Gnd
2a1/CTU used for CTU (RS422 connection)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 +TxD 6 +RxD
2 -TxD 7 -RxD

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3 not connected 8 not connected


4 not connected 9 not connected
5 Gnd

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1a1/RSU used for RSU (RS422 connection)


PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 +TxD 6 +RxD
2 -TxD 7 -RxD
3 not connected 8 not connected
4 not connected 9 not connected
5 Gnd
1a3 used for external RS232 connections
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD 6 DSR
2 RxD 7 RTS
3 TxD 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 RI
5 Gnd
2a3 used for external RS232 connections
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 DCD 6 DSR
2 RxD 7 RTS
3 TxD 8 CTS
4 DTR 9 RI
5 Gnd

9.2.3.3 64 Pin Connectors OIO 1, OIO 2 and S12


These connectors are optionally equipped together with an optional OIO or ADC-board.

OIO 1/2 * (Example: Assignment for variant 24 inputs / 8 outputs)


PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 OUT 17 IN
2 OUT 18 IN
3 OUT 19 IN Definition of inputs and outputs
4 OUT 20 IN Vcc Vcc
5 OUT 21 IN
6 OUT 22 IN R**
a c
7 OUT 23 IN
IN OUT
8 OUT 24 IN
9 IN 25 IN c a
log. 0= max. 1 mA max. 35 V/150 mA
10 IN 26 IN log. 1= min. 10 mA

11 IN 27 IN
** depends on input voltage
12 IN 28 IN Uin R**
13 IN 29 IN 5V 560
14 IN 30 IN 12 V 1k
15 V 1,5 k
15 IN 31 IN 24 V 2,2 k
16 IN 32 IN

* Polarity of Input-pins: row a positive, row c negative


Polarity of Output-pins: row a negative, row c positive

Other variants of OIO PIN layouts exist:


TYPE PIN layout

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32 inputs 1..32 IN
32 outputs 1..32 OUT
16 inputs / 16 outputs 1..8 IN
9..16 OUT
17..24 IN
25..32 OUT
8 inputs / 24 outputs 1..8 IN
9..32 OUT
8 outputs / 24 inputs 1..8 OUT
9..32 IN
S12 used for e.g. ADC

9.2.4 CTU/RSU, Pin Assignment of Interface Connectors

VAC 85V...264V
DC/DC

I
O

J1 CTU/RPU IN

J3 J4
J17 J2 CTU/RPU SLAVE
VDC

-- +

Figure 9-6: CTU/RSU subrack, back panel connectors

9.2.4.1 SubD 9 Pin Connectors J1, J2


J1 used for CTU/RPU IN (female)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 +RxD 6 +TxD
2 -RxD 7 -TxD
3 +CTS 8 +RTS
4 -CTS 9 -RTS
5 Gnd
J2 used for CTU/RPU SLAVE (male)
PIN ASSIGNMENT PIN ASSIGNMENT
1 +TxD 6 +RxD
2 -TxD 7 -RxD
3 +RTS 8 +CTS
4 -RTS 9 -CTS
5 Gnd

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9.3 INITIAL HARDWARE SETTINGS

9.3.1 General Prerequisites


This chapter describes the prerequisites for first setup of the equipment and gives an overview of the
hardware settings. It presumes that the equipment has been factory-aligned and tested.
9.3.2 Assignment of connected Stations
The top row of the INC or CTU front panel contains vacant fields, which can be used for adhesive labels for
the connected stations to assign the status indications. The fields on the RWY select subassembly should be
inscribed in the same way.
9.3.3 Hardware Settings
All relevant parameters are normally set before factory acceptance has taken place. These parameters are
checked during the acceptance procedure. The figures show a default configuration of the hardware
settings, which may vary individually for each installation.

9.3.3.1 REU, Jumper Settings


Configuration of Connector Back Panel (CBP)
Standard Modem Assignment State of delivery setting:
1 1
A 2
A 1-2 (a-h) LGM-3 operated via 2a3 A 2
3 A 2-3 (a-h) LGM-3 operated via 2sA 3
1 B 1-2 (a-h) LGM-2 operated via 2a3 1
B 2
B 2-3 (a-h) LGM-2 operated via 1sB B 2
3 3
1 1
C 1-2 (a-h) LGM-1 operated via 1a3
C 2
3
C 2-3 (a-h) LGM-1 operated via 1sA C 2
3
1 D 1-2 (a-d) ZU-Modem operated via 1a3 1
D 2
3 D 2-3 (a-d) ZU-Modem operated via 2a3 D 2
3
1 1
E 2 E 2

a b c d e f g h i a b c d e f g h i

Default setting for specific configurations: = jumper set


LGM-2 distributed via NFK-2*
1
A 2 LGM x in dedicated line mode and distribution via NFK (FACE link):
3
1
NFK channel 6 externally with La/Lb of LGM modem. NFK channel
B 2
6 converts LGM output signal from 2 to 4-wire operation with spe
3
1 cial B64/B63 setting (see Section 1.3.3.4). Otherwise set NFK to 2
C 2
3 or 4-wire operation as normal with jumpers.
1
D 2
3 Default setting for specific configurations:
1
E 2

a b c d e f g h i

ZU-Modem distributed ZU-Modem distributed ZU-Modem distributed


via NFK-1 via NFK-2 via NFK-1 and NFK-2
1 1 1
A 2
3
A 2
3
A 2
3

1 1 1
B 2
3
B 2
3
B 2
3
1 1 1

C 2
3
C 2
3
C 2
3

1 1 1
D 2
3
D 2
3
D 2
3

1 1 1
E 2 E 2 E 2

a b c d e f g h i a b c d e f g h i a b c d e f g h i

Figure 9-7: REU, configuration of CBP and default setting

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9.3.3.2 Processor Board P4N 486 Settings

J11

x10
x12
x17
x5 x18

2 1
J9
x4 J3
x14 3 2 1

J7
x9

3 2 1 J2

1 2 3
J4
x7

J1
x8

3 2 1

Battery
x6

x1
x3 + J6
3 2 1 J8

3 2 1
x2 x13 x16 J5 J10
3 2 1

set open open set


1 2 3

Figure 9-8: P4N 486, position of jumpers and default settings

JUMPER REMARKS
J1 1-2 (A) Normal operation mode of ACCU (ACCU connected)
2-3 (B) ’Parking’ mode of ACCU (for delivery or storage)
J2 1-2 (A) multiplicator of processor clock (depending on CPU type)
for AMD DX4, AMD 4X and iDX4: *3
2-3 (B) for AMD DX4: undef., AMD 5X: *4, iDX: *2
J3 1-2 (A) active level of signal PENA: negative
2-3 (B) active level of signal PENA: positive
J4 1-2 (A) boot via internal flash disk IC10 (for initial programming)
2-3 (B) boot via external flash disk (for initial programming)
J5-1 J5-2 J5-3 selection of LCD display type:
open open open 640 * 480 Dual Mono LCD
open open set 640 * 480 Sharp TFT
open set open 640 * 480 Hosiden TFT
open set set 800 * 600 Dual Color LCD
set open open 640 * 480 Dual Color LCD
set open set 640 * 480 18-Bit TFT
set set open 1024 * 768 TFT
set set set 800 * 600 TFT
J6-1 J6-2 J6-3 spare jumper
open open open (not equipped in actual version)

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JUMPER REMARKS
J7 set write protection on BIOS flash not active
open write protection on BIOS flash active
J8 1-2 (A) NMI request after watchdog timeout
2-3 (B) system reset after watchdog timeout
open no action after watchdog timeout
J9-1 J9-2 system clock (of CPU and onboard PCI components)
set set 25 MHz
set open 30 MHz
open set 33,3 MHz
open open illegal
J10 set output on display in simultaneous mode (LCD and CRT)
open output on display only in CRT mode
J11 set NMI request after cooler failure
open no action after cooler failure
(only valid if supervision of cooler r.p.m. is installed, not equipped in
actual version of RCSE 443)

CONNECTOR REMARKS
x1 floppy disk interface
x2 parallel printer interface
x3 E-IDE interface
x4 or X5 Ethernet RJ45 interface or Ethernet AUI interface (optional)
x6, x7 serial interfaces COM1 (x7) and COM2 (x6)
x8 optional multiplex connector: COM1-keyboard
x9 keyboard interface
x10 KEYLOCK option
x11 air cooler interface (optional)
x12 SPEAKER interface (optional)
x13 flat panel connector
x14 service interface for initial BIOS programming
x15 CPU socket
x16 CRT interface (optional)
x17 PS2-SIMM socket
x18 ISA-96 bus

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9.3.3.3 SIB Settings

RSU

X32
X35
X33
3

CTU 2
1
X34

2a1

1a1
1 1 1a1
2 2
3
3
2a1

CTU
1 2 3

set open set


open
1 2 3

Figure 9-9: SIB setting: 1a1,2a1 configuration (e.g.: RSU connected, CTU not connected)

NOTE: The communication channels have to be set independently from each other. To ensure a correct
operation of the SIB board the following jumper settings are always necessary:
’No DMA Operation’ (X7, position 2-3) and ’2 Wait States’ (X36 set), see fig. 2-14.

CONFIGURATION 1a1 (RSU) X33 X35 Remark


RS422 Operation*
100 Ohm termination set x with RSU*
100 Ohm termination not set - without RSU*
Send Enable via RTS x
Continuous Send-Enable - Default setting
Channel not in operation - -

CONFIGURATION 2a1 (CTU) X32 X34 Remark


RS422 Operation*:
100 Ohm termination set x with CTU*
100 Ohm termination not set - without CTU*
Send Enable via RTS x
Continuous Send-Enable - Default setting
Channel not in operation - -
*NOTE: A 100 Ohm termination must be provided for the 1a1 and 2a1 RS422 connections if RSU or CTU is connected.
If a RSU or CTU is connected, a 100 Ohm termination is also located and set on the RSU or CTU. The termination
concerns the RX-path of the RS422 connection in both directions.

- =jumper not set x= jumper set

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X58
X57
X56
X55
X52
X59
TTL
X53
X54
TTL

RS232
X43

3
2
RS422 1
X8
1 1
2 2
3 3

1 2 3
X62
RS422

X60

set open set


open
1 2 3

Figure 9-10: SIB setting: 1a3 configuration (example: RS232)

CONFIGURATION 1a3 (ZUA+NFK1+NFK2) X43 X52...X59 X8 X60 X62 Remark

RS232 Operation x - - - - Default setting


TTL Operation - x - - -

RS422 Operation* - - x
100 Ohm termination set x
100 Ohm termination not set -
Send Enable via RTS 1-2
Continuous Send Enable 2-3 Default setting

Channel not in operation - - - - -

*NOTE: A 100 Ohm termination must be provided for the 1a3/RS422 connection if nothing is connected at the output.

- =jumper not set x= jumper set

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X51
X50
X49
X44
TTL X46
TTL

X48
TTL X47
X45

RS232 X42

3
RS422 RS422 2
1
X63

X9
1
2
3

RS422 X61
1 2 3

set open set


open
1 2 3

Figure 9-11: SIB setting: 2a3 configuration (example: RS232)

CONFIGURATION 2a3 (e.g. DME) X42 X44...X51 X9 X61 X63 Remark


RS232 Operation x - - -
- Default setting
TTL Operation - x -
- -

RS422 Operation* - - x
100 Ohm termination set x
100 Ohm termination not set -
Send Enable via RTS 1-2
Continuous Send Enable 2-3
Default setting

Channel not in operation - - - - -

*NOTE: A 100 Ohm termination must be provided for the 2a3/RS422 connection if nothing is connected at the output.

- =jumper not set x= jumper set

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3
2
1

1
2
3

1 2 3

X17 X22
1sB/TTL

1sA/TTL
X12
X21
X20 X15
X13

1sB/TTL
X27
1sA/TTL

X26 X16
X25 X14
X24 X19
X23 X18
X11 X10
1sA/RS232 1sB/RS232

set open set


open
1 2 3

Figure 9-12: SIB setting: 1sA, 1sB configuration (example: TTL)

CONFIGURATION 1sA, 1sB X11 X20...27 X10 X12...19 Remark


1sA (LGM-1): RS232 Operation x - - -
TTL Operation - x - - Default setting

1sB (LGM-2): RS232 Operation - - x -


TTL Operation - - - x Default setting

Channels not in operation - - - -


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X6
3
2
1
RS422
1
2
3

1 2 3

X28
RS422

X29

set open set


open
1 2 3

Figure 9-13: SIB setting: 2sA configuration (example: TTL)

CONFIGURATION 2sA (LGM-3) X6 X28 X29 Remark


TTL Operation - - - Default setting

RS422 Operation* x
100 Ohm termination set x
100 Ohm termination not set -
Send Enable via RTS 1-2
Continuous Send Enable 2-3 Default setting

Channel not in operation - - -


*NOTE: A 100 Ohm termination must be provided for the 2sA/RS422 connection if nothing is connected at the output.
DRQ=DMA Request

CONFIGURATION 2sB (LGM-4)


Remark
TTL Operation No jumper setting Always TTL
- =jumper not set x= jumper set

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X37 (1WS)
X39 (4WS)

X36 (2WS)
X38 (8WS)

X40
X31
X30
3
2
X41

1
DMA DMA
1 1
2 2
3 3
DMA

1 2 3

X7
DMA

set open set


open
1 2 3

Figure 9-14: SIB setting: no DMA operation, 2 waitstates for synchronous channels (default setting)

NOTE: The following jumper settings must not be changed, otherwise the correct operation of the SIB
board is not ensured.
CONFIGURATION of DMA Operation
X7 X30/X31 X40/X41 Remark
Full duplex DMA via DRQ 1,3 1-2 x x
No DMA Operation 2-3 - - Default setting

CONFIGURATION of Waitstates (WS) for all synchronous channels (1sA, 1sB, 2sA, 2sB)
X36 X37 X38 X39 Remark
1 WS - x - -
2 WS x - - - Default setting
4 WS - - - x
8 WS - - x -

NOTE: Always set one jumper only.

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9.3.3.4 NFK Settings

F3 F2 F1
B38

B36

B35

B28

B26

B25

B18

B16

B15
A B A B A B A B A B A B

B39 B37 B29 B27 B19 B17 refer to 1) below


B B B
A A A

B64

B63
B34

B33

B32
B31

B24

B23

B22
B21

B14

B13

B12
B11
B
A
B44

B43

B42
B41

B54

B53

B52
B51

B64

B63

B62
B61
B B B
A A A
B49 B47 B59 B57 B69 B67

A B A B A B A B A B A B
B48

B46

B45

B58

B56

B55

B68

B66

B65
F4 F5 F6

set open set


open
1 2 3

Figure 9-15: NFK, position of jumpers and default settings (2-wire operation)

CONFIGURATION (x=channel 1...6) Bx1 Bx2 Bx3 Bx4 Bx5 Bx6 Bx7 Bx8 Bx9
A B A B A B A B A B A B

Amplification 0 dB x
Amplification 20 dB -

Service line or true standby line x - x -


Simulated standby line - x - x
Service line with simulated standby line x x x x

4-wire operation - - x - x - x - x -
2-wire operation x x - x - x - x - x

1) Special application LGMx to NFK:


NFK channel 6 supplied internally with La/Lb of LGM modem, NFK channel 6 converts LGM output
signal from 2- or 4-wire operation with special B64/B63 setting (FACE-link: Refer also to section 2.3.3.1.)

- =Jumper not set x= Jumper set

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9.3.3.5 LGM28.8 Settings

S4 1
ST1

OFF
2

ON
3 LB1
BU3

1 2 3
1 5

BU2
D5 2 6

4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ST2
D4 S1

BU1

1 2 3
S3 (side view)
1 2 3 4 5 6 S2
OFF

4
ON

LB1 open : BU2 pin 25b = AF signal set open set


LB1 closed : BU2 pin 25b = time slot open
1 2 3

Figure 9-16: LGM28.8, position of jumpers and default settings

S3.2 S3.3 S3.4 S3.5 S3.6 Default settings, software mode


OFF ON OFF OFF OFF Only DIP switches S3.2 to S3.6 are active in software
mode with these default settings. All other configurations
are set by software.
Default setting LGM28.8:
automatic recognition of the type of modulation, V.42bis, AT commands, autobaud, asynchronous, remote
configuration allowed, modem also ready for operation without the control line S1 (108)
ST1 Receive level range:
Level at Z ST1
-43 dBm 1 - 2 (delivery setting)
-33 dBm 2-3

ST2 Transmit level range:


Switched line at Z ST2 Dedicated line (600 W) ST2
-4,5 dBm 3-5 -6 dBm 3-5
-6,5 dBm 5-6 -8 dBm 5-6
-8,5 dBm 3 - 4 (default setting) -10 dBm 3-4
-10,5 dBm 1-2 -12 dBm 1–2

CAUTION

Some telephone networks may prohibit alteration of the transmit level.

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9.3.3.6 LGM64K Settings

S4
LB1

OFF
ON
BU3

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
D5

D4 BU2
S1

1 23 4
BU1
S2

S3 (side view)
1 2 3 4 5 6
OFF
ON

LB1 open : BU2 Pin 25b = AF signal


LB1 closed : BU2 Pin 25b = time slot

Figure 9-17: LGM64K, position of jumpers and default settings

S3.2 S3.3 S3.4 S3.5 S3.6 Default settings, software mode


OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF Only DIP switches S3.2 to S3.6 are active in software
mode with these default settings. All other configurations
are set by software.

Default setting LGM64K:


ISDN, D-channel, B-channel, AT commands, autobaud, asynchronous

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9.3.3.7 ZUA29 Settings

W106 W104

-24
-12
-6
-3
W103

amplification
W105

W118
W116
W114
W112
W108 W102
(+)
W107 W101
(0)
W109
W218 W117
W216 W115
W214 W113
W212 W111
Transmit level (dBm)

W110
Receive level (dB)

W208
(+)

4-wire
W207
(0)
W217
W215
W213
W211

W402
W401
W411 W412
W409 W410
W407 W408
W405 W406
W303

W311
W307
W305

W301

W309

attenuation

W404
W403
(0)
(+)
W304
W308
W306

W302
W312
W310
-24
-12
-6
-3
+12
+24

set open set


open
1 2 3

Figure 9-18: ZUA, position of jumpers and default settings (4-wire, -6 dBm, 600 ohms)

CONFIGURATION W 107 108 207 208 REMARKS


4-wire operation - x - x RCSE operating with NFK29
2-wire operation x - x - Stand alone with one substation
only
CONFIGURATION W 101 102 109 110
IN-impedance 600 ohms x - x -
CONFIGURATION W 103 104 105 106
OUT-impedance 600 ohms x - x -
CONFIGURATION W 411 412
Baudrate 1200 Bd, V.23 - x
CONFIGURATION W 301 302 303 304 305 306 307 308 309 310 311 312
Transmit level -6 dB x - - x x - x -
Receive level 0 dB x - x -
CONFIGURATION W 410 409 408 407 406 405 REMARKS
2/4-wire operation - x - x x - without amplifier
4-wire amplifier - x - x - x
2-wire amplifier - x x - - x

- =no jumper x= jumper set

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9.3.3.8 ZU1 Settings

a
ST7 a
ST2 b ST8
b
b a ST4
a
b a ST9
ST3 a b
a
a b ST10
ST6 ST18/19 b a
a b c
ST5
b d ST11
b

b a a
ST21 ST12
b

c a a b
b
ST13
a
b a

ST16
b b
ST14 ST15
a a
a

ST20 ST17
b

b a

set open set


open
1 2 3

Figure 9-19: ZU1, position of jumpers and default settings (4-wire operation, 600 ohms)

JUMPER POSITION REMARKS


3 a left no test operation
5 a right Idle tone disconnectable
6 a top no test operation
7 a top no extraneous feed
8...12 b down 2-wire operation
8...12 a top 4-wire operation
14 a down Points of disconnection for adjustment receive filter
15 b top Points of disconnection for adjustment receive filter
16 b left TxD-polarity, positive
20 a,b Points of disconnection for adjustment receive filter
21 a 2nd from right Transmitter may be modulated
JUMPER POSITION REMARKS
17 b down Application: positive stop polarity (for CSB station with inverter)
a top Application: negative stop polarity (for CSB station without inverter)
JUMPER POSITION REMARKS
18/19 a top coarse ) Adjustment of transmit level at ZU1:
2 a right fine ) attenuation 0 dBm; U=1100 mVss
4 a right fine )

13 b top Receive level at ZU1: from -36 dBm to -10 dBm; U= 35...693 mVss

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9.3.3.9 LGM9600H1 Settings

BR1
1

S4 3

OFF
ON
ST2 LB1
ST1 1 5
BU3

1 2 3
BR2
2 6
D5

4 5 6 7 8 9 10
D4 S1

BU2
BU1

1 2 3
S3 (side view) S2
1 2 3 4 5 6

4
OFF
ON

LB1 open : BU2 pin 25b = AF signal set open set


LB1 closed : BU2 pin 25b = time slot open
1 2 3

Figure 9-20: LGM9600H1, position of jumpers and default settings

Default setting LGM9600H1 (used to connect ILS AN 420 stations via dedicated line to RCSU/RCSE):
V.23, 1200 baud, half duplex (HX), asynchronous, pulse dialling, 1 start bit, 1 stop bit, 8 data bits, 1 parity bit
(odd parity)
S1.1 S1.2 S1.3 S1.4 S1.5 S1.6 S1.7 S1.8 S1.9 S1.10
OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

S2.1 S2.2 S2.3 S2.4


OFF OFF OFF OFF

S3.1 S3.2 S3.3 S3.4 S3.5 S3.6


OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON

ST1 Receive level range:


Level at Z ST1
-43 dBm 1 - 2 (delivery setting)
-33 dBm 2-3

ST2 Transmit level range:


Switched line at Z ST2 Dedicated line (600 W) ST2
-4,5 dBm 3-5 -6 dBm 3-5
-6,5 dBm 5-6 -8 dBm 5-6
-8,5 dBm 3 - 4 (default setting) -10 dBm 3-4
-10,5 dBm 1-2 -12 dBm 1–2

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9.3.3.10 LGM1200MD Settings

Test

OFF
ON
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
BR1
1 2 3
S1

BU2
1 2 3 4
S2

set open set


open
1 2 3

Figure 9-21: LGM1200MD, position of jumpers and default settings (2-wire, 300 ohms)

Permanent transmission control S2.1


on OFF default setting
off ON
Operation 1200/600 bit/s S2.2
1200 bit/s OFF default setting
600 bit/s ON
Transmit level S1.9 S1.10
1 ±0 dBm OFF OFF
2 -3 dBm ON OFF
3 -6 dBm OFF ON
4 -9 dBm ON ON default setting
Impedance during transmission S1.8
300 ohms OFF for remote side (e.g. RCSE)
600 ohms ON for station side
Receive level (min.) S1.7
-43 dBm OFF
-33 dBm ON default setting
Carrier lag time S1.6
13 ms OFF
3 ms ON default setting
S2-M2 lead time S1.5
30 ms OFF default setting
200 ms ON
Additional equalizer S1.4
Equalizer switched on OFF default setting
Equalizer switched off ON
Switching on mode S1.3
Fixed switching on (M1+) operation OFF default setting
Switching on with S1.1 ON

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Operation mode S1.1 S1.2 S2.2


0...1200 bit/s, hx, asyn. (1300/2100 Hz) OFF OFF OFF default setting
0...1200 bit/s, hx, syn. with 1:1 change ON OFF OFF
0...1200 bit/s, hx, syn. without change OFF ON OFF
not used ON ON OFF
0...600 bit/s, hx, asyn. (1300/1700 Hz) OFF OFF ON
Sensitivity increase (-53 dBm) BR1
Sensitivity higher + add. equalizer 1-2
Sensitivity normal 2-3 default setting

9.3.3.11 RSU/CTU Settings


The EPROM of the processor unit for the RSU and CTU contains with software version 1.23 the complete
software for test and operation. The settings of the address coding switch have to be set in accordance with
the tables Fig. 2-22 and 2-23 (0 = OPEN, 1 = CLOSED). The settings up to software version 1.07 are also
indicated (example of the address coding switch in the figures).
Switch control enable ownpanel Address coding switch S5 (not used) Illumination LCD-Display on/off Audible device on/off
1=enabled 2=disabled
Audible device

9 87 6 54 32 1
SW2 SW1

1 OPEN
2 9 87 6 54 32 1
1
2 OPEN
W5
W4

W2
W3

set open set


Reset Watchdog on/off Switch control enable for Termination RS422
secondary RSU open
1=enabled 1 2 3

2=disabled

Switch position and setting


Software (up to V. 1.07) Address coding switch 9 87 6 54 32 1
1
987654321
CTU 0
001100100 OPEN

Software (V. 1.23) Address coding switch closed


987654321
RSU 001010100
Test RSU 100100010 or

Figure 9-22: RSU rear side, position of jumpers and default settings

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Runway Select enable (Runway 1)


Address coding switch
1=enabled 2=disabled
S5 (not used)

9 87 6 54 32 1
SW1

1 OPEN
2 9 87 6 54 32 1
1
SW2

2 OPEN

W5
W4

W2
W3
set open set
open
Reset Watchdog on/off Runway Select enable (Runway 2) 1 2 3
1=enabled 2=disabled
Termination RS422

Software (up to V. 1.07) Address coding switch


987654321 Switch position and setting
CTU 001100100 9 87 6 54 32 1
1
Software (V. 1.23) Address coding switch 0
OPEN
987654321
CTU 1 (station 0...7) 100100100 closed
CTU 1 (station 8...15) 010100100
Test CTU 010100010
or

Figure 9-23: CTU rear side, position of jumpers and default settings

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9.3.3.12 LGM Extender 2 Unit Settings

RS422
RS232
CLOSED=INVERT
TXD X20 X30
RTS X21 X31
DTR X22 X32
RI X23 X33
DSR X24 X34
DCD X25 X35
CTS X26 X36
RXD X27 X37
1
USED
COM IDENT
X10 X1
X11
CLOSED OPEN
X12 X38
RS232 RS422
X13 X39
TERMINATOR
X14 X40
TERMINATOR
X15
1

X16
INT-VCC
+5V +12V X4 DC/DC Converter
1
RS232/422
X17
X18
X3 S1 S2
INT EXT
RS232-TEST (not used) (not used)
VCC

open set
set open
1 2 3

Figure 9-24: LGM Extender 2 Unit, position of jumpers and settings (example: RS422 without
termination)

CONFIGURATION X10..15 X16..18 X30..37 X38 X39..40 Remarks

RS232, INT-VCC = 5V 1-2 1-2 1-2 set open Default setting

RS422, INT-VCC = 5V 1-2 1-2 2-3 open connection to CTU or RSU


without termination open
with termination set

Inversion of output signals X20..27


not active open Default setting
active set
NOTE: Depending on used LGMx slot (x=1..4, but only at LGM4 all signals are available), the
corresponding interface on the SIB board (1sA for LGM1, 1sB for LGM2, 2sA for LGM3, 2sB for
LGM4) has to be set to TTL level (see section 1.3.3.3).

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9.3.3.13
32 OIO Settings
32

a b RA1

RA2

J1

RA3 1' 1
1

7
J3*
1
1

set open set


* Set standard address: 230
open
1 2 3

Figure 9-25: OIO (example: 24x Input, 8x Output), position of jumpers and default settings

JUMPER POSITION REMARKS

J3/1 (A8) 1 Bit 8 of I/O base address = 1


1’ Bit 8 of I/O base address =
0*
J3/2 (A7) 1 Bit 7 of I/O base address = 1
1’ Bit 7 of I/O base address =
0*
J3/3 (A6) 1 Bit 6 of I/O base address = 1
1’ Bit 6 of I/O base address =
0*
J3/4 (A5) 1 Bit 5 of I/O base address = 1*
1’ Bit 5 of I/O base address =
0
J3/5 (A4) 1 Bit 4 of I/O base address = 1*
1’ Bit 4 of I/O base address =
0
J3/6 (A3) 1 Bit 3 of I/O base address = 1
1’ Bit 3 of I/O base address =
0*
J3/7 (A2) 1 Bit 2 of I/O base address = 1
1’ Bit 2 of I/O base address =
0*

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Address setting: OIO 1 230 OIO 2 234 OIO 3 238 OIO 4 (reserve) 23C
1' 1 1' 1 1' 1 1' 1
1 1 1 1

7 7 7 7

J3* J3 J3 J3

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9.3.3.14 Multiplexer RS232 Settings

TTL TTL RS232/TTL


RS232 RS232 RS422
X32
TxD (red) X21 X27
X22 X28
X33
RxD (green) X23 X29
OPEN: TTL X24 X30
RS232 X25 X31
RS422 X26 X32
Ch1 X3
X4
Ch2 Processor X5
X6 RS232/TTL
Ch3 X7 RS422
(yellow) X8
X33
Ch4
X34
X35
Ch5
RS232 TTL X36
X37
Ch6 X9 X15 X38
X10 X16
X11 X17
X12 X18
X13 X19
X14 X20

RS422 RS232/TTL

set open open set


1 2 3

Figure 9-26: Multiplexer RS232 (MPX), position of jumpers and default settings

The modes of the output channels 1 to 6 are configured via jumpers X8 to X38:
- Channel 1: X8, X9, X15, X21, X27, X33
- Channel 2: X7, X10, X16, X22, X28, X34
- Channel 3: X6, X11, X17, X23, X29, X35
- Channel 4: X5, X12, X18, X24, X30, X36
- Channel 5: X4, X13, X19, X25, X31, X37
- Channel 6: X3, X14, X20, X26, X32, X38

The jumper settings for the different modes are printed on the circuit board.
The output signals (for RS232/TTL: TXD, RXD, GND and for RS422: +TXD, -TXD, +RXD, -RXD) of the 6
channels are led to the SubD 25 pin connector NFK-1 (if MPX plugged into slot NFK1) and to NFK-2 (if MPX
plugged into slot NFK2) on the back side of the remote control equipment.
The signals of RS232/TTL and RS422 output channels (Ch1 to Ch6) are led to the pins of NFK-1 resp. NFK-
2 connectors as described in section 1.2.3.1.
The modes of the input channels TXD and RXD have to be configured via jumpers X39 and X40. The
jumper settings for the different modes (RS232 or TTL) are printed on the circuit board.
The LEDs on the left side of the MPX board (see fig. 2) indicate the states of the input signals TXD (red
LED) and RXD (green LED) and the state of the output channels 1 to 6 (yellow LEDs). If the channel is
connected through, the LED is switched off.

NOTE: Depending on the type (ref. no.) of the Modem Backpanel board (MBP) actually used within the
remote control equipment there have to be connected some pins via soldered wirings.

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MBP with ref. no. 84045 81700:


1) +5V from X3 a16,c16 to X5/X6 a12,c12 (+5V for MPX board)
2) TXD_E from X3 a24 to X5 c16 (ZU-1 -> NFK-1)
3) RXD_E from X3 a30 to X5 a16 (ZU-1 -> NFK-1)
4) TXD_E from X4 a24 to X6 c16 (ZU-2 -> NFK-2)
5) RXD_E from X4 a30 to X6 a16 (ZU-2 -> NFK-2)

MBP with ref. no. 84045 81750:


1) +5V from X5 a16,c16 to X6/X7 a12,c12 (+5V for MPX board)

MBP with ref. no. 84045 81751:


no wiring connections necessary!

9.3.4 Connection to a PSTN


The connection to the PSTN is achieved by the standardized angle connector TAE 6 N. The pin assignment
is shown in the following figure:

TAE 6 N Sub D 9pin Canon D9


analog ISDN
1w La Tx-
4 ye E G 3 gn 2 br Lb Tx+
5 gr a2 Lb 2 br 3 pk a2 Rx-
6 pk b2 La 1 ws 4 gr b2 Rx+
5 gn G
6 ge E
7
8
9

RJ 12 * RJ45 *
1w not conn. 1 not conn.
2 br Tx+ 2 not conn.
3 pk Rx+ 3 Tx+
4 gr Rx- 4 Rx+
5 gn Tx- 5 Rx-
6 ge not conn. 6 Tx-
7 not conn.
8 not conn.

* RJ12 and RJ45 are alternative connectors to TAE 6 N

Figure 9-27: Pin assignment of connector TAE 6 N, RJ12 and RJ45 for connection to the PSTN

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9.3.5 Connection to an Ethernet Line (Network Interface Link)


The connection to an Ethernet line (LAN network) is achieved by an RJ45 interface which is optionally
available on the P4N processor board (see section 1.3.3.2).
To use the network feature following prerequisites are necessary:
- REU with P4N processor board with assembled Ethernet controller and RJ45 connector (X4)
- REU-SW V2.23 in the version »Network»
To connect the network cable proceed as follows:
- Switch off power of RCSE.
- Open RCSE cabinet.
- Pull the network link cable carefully through a suited opening at the rear side of the RCSE;
e.g. opening for the DC switch (if not assembled) in the back panel.
- Feed the cable to the front, e.g. to the left of the SIB board.
- Place RJ45 plug of the network cable to RJ45 connector on the front of the P4N processor board.
- Close RCSE cabinet.
- Switch on power of RCSE.

The configuration of the Network Interface requires the following prerequisites:


- RCSE is connected to Ethernet network.
- REU SW V2.23 »Network» is implemented.
- SIT-file is loaded.
- MIB Browser on host system/server is installed.
The SIT-file contains the configuration of the specific site installation. This SIT-file can be configured for
operation with or without network interface. This is because not every REU has a network interface facility.
The SIT-file for network interfacing contains a unique IP address (the one for the REU and all other needed),
which makes the REU accessible to the network. It is set during initialisation of the P4N network interface.
The IP addresses are stored in the address table of the network stack.
To check if the network interface is working, use the »ping» command from a host, to get a response from
the selected REU.
Ethernet line

REU
Ethernet RJ45 connector

Network cable
P4N processor board

Pin Signal Type


1 TXTP+ Out
2 TXTP- Out
3 RXTP+ In
4,5 not conn.
6 RXTP- In
7,8 not conn.
9,10 SHLD PWR

Figure 9-28: Connection to Ethernet line via RJ45 connector of P4N processor board

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9.4 INITIAL SETUP


This chapter describes the procedure for initial setup of the equipment. It presumes that the equipment has
been factory-aligned and tested. The installation must be in the following status:
- External power supply and external equipment (e.g. ILS systems) are installed and cabled.
- The input voltage to the REU and the peripherals (e.g. CTU, optional) must correspond to the
assigned input voltage.
- The Dip-fix switches and jumpers of the relevant plug-in units must be set to the correct position
(refer to section 2.3)
Set the following jumpers to activate the memory buffer battery before first set up (the position of the jumper
is shown in chapter 2.3):
- Processor board P4N 486: set jumper J1 to position A (1-2).

9.4.1 Initial Power up


See Fig. 2-29.
The installation procedure must be completed and all the connections made before the RCSE can be started
up. The power switch for the supply voltage must be set to »off». Proceed as follows, depending on the type
of converter:
- Switch on the AC-switch or DC-switch (depending on type of converter) on the rear of the REU.
- Switch on the CTU/RSU-subrack as for the REU, if existing and connected.
The power supply LEDs on the REU and the Life LED on the SIB should light up when the voltage is applied.
As soon as the device is switched on, the REU initialization routine starts automatically: the boot procedure
is performed, the main REU program is loaded (see also section 1.1.2.1), start procedures are run, etc. This
may take around 20 s altogether. Since the RSU/CTU has a separate processor, an ALARM indication
appears there initially, together with a message on the LCD display of the RSU: ...REU COMMUNICATION
ERROR, and a tone is emitted by the signal generator. As soon as the REU software has been loaded
successfully, the subsystem states of the connected stations are indicated on the INC/RSU/CTU and the
system status is indicated on the CTU. The NORMAL indicators light up for the various subsystems during
normal operation. If no maintenance data terminal is connected, the RCSE can commence operation.
NOTE: If the REU is not yet configured, the status indications of the stations (area EQUIPMENT-MAIN
STATUS on the INC panel) are all switched off. Refer to section 2.4.2.

On/Off switch if AC/DC converter used On/Off switch if DC/DC converter used
(no function for DC). (no function for AC)

subrack, rear side

Figure 9-29: Location of On/Off switches (REU-subrack and CTU-subrack)

9.4.2 Configuration of the REU with PC and WIN ADRACS

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a) Switch on the PC and run Windows.


NOTE: Installation and use of the PC User Program is described in the Technical Manual WIN
ADRACS (Code No. 83140 55323). It is recommended to become familiar with the menus of
the user program before performing the first set up procedure.
b) Select ADRACS REMOTE program group in the Program Manager. Run ADRACS RC.
c) Perform Login procedure at the PC. Acknowledge ’User 1, Level 5’ with softkey OK.
d) Click softkey CONTROL in the opening window.
e) Select FILE TRANSFER from menu REU-OPERATIONS.
f) Copy configuration files (*.SIT, *.PTT, *.OIO) of the configuration floppy to the REU with
command Copy PC file.
g) Click RESET SITE to activate the loaded files.
NOTE: Due to this reset the ADRACS RC program will terminate. It has to be restarted manually.
h) Run ADRACS RC again. Perform Login.
i) Click softkey CONTROL in the opening window.
j) Load station-relevant files (*.LKE) to REU via FILE TRANSFER command UpDate LKE Files.
k) Select DATE TIME REU from menu REU-OPERATIONS. Set date and time and acknowledge with
Set New. Close DATE TIME REU window.
l) Click EXIT to end the program. The ’Program Manager’ returns.
NOTE: In case of a faulty reaction when switching on the RCSE after configuration (e.g. LIFE LED is
blinking or RCSE repeats resetting automatically several times) a special procedure has to be
performed which is described in chapter 2.4.3.

9.4.2.1 Actualization of REU Application Program (REU.EXE)


After delivery the REU application program (Standard version) is stored on EPROM side of SAN flash disk.
This software is loaded during initial power up procedure (see section 1.1.1). If the REU application program
has to be actualized by the user, the new REU.EXE file must be loaded from PC to RAM side of SAN flash
disk (using WIN ADRACS command Copy PC file). During next start-up of the system, the software is first
looking for an REU.EXE file on the RAM side of the SAN flash disk. If the executable file exists there, it is
used for start-up, otherwise the standard REU.EXE on the EPROM side is used. If the standard executable
file on EPROM side is damaged the procedure in section 1.1.3 has to be performed.

9.4.2.2 Setting of PTT file


a) Run ADRACS RC again. Perform Login.
b) Click softkey CONTROL in the opening window.
c) Select FILE TRANSFER from menu REU-OPERATIONS and start procedure with command Edit
phonenumber File.
The window ’File Manager PC (Open File)’ appears. Select the corresponding *.ptt file to open the file for
configuration entries. The window ’Phone numbers of <site name>.PTT’ provides a filing cabinet with filing
cards for each subsystem to define modem settings and phone numbers (see fig. 2-30 and 2-31).

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Phonenumbers of ILS-RMC.PTT

16
12 13 14 15
8 9 10 11
4 5 6 7

ILS-RMC Cunio Stuttgart München

Modem1
Mode: Disable V.25bis Direct Reliable

Init String: ATS0=1\N7S51=255\Q2F255X4S10=2S20=0 Baud: 19200

Modem2
Mode: Disable V.25bis Direct Reliable

Init String: Baud:

Modem3
Mode: Disable V.25bis Direct Reliable

Init String: Baud:

Modem4
Mode: Disable V.25bis Direct Reliable

Init String: Baud:

REU-ID-OWN: 3

OK X Cancel ? Help

Figure 9-30: Window to define modem settings within PTT file (example)

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Phonenumbers of ILS-RMC.PTT

16
12 13 14 15
8 9 10 11
4 5 6 7

ILS-RMC Cunio Stuttgart München

Phonenumber1: ATS0=0DT0071182112345

Phonenumber2:
Phonenumber3:
Phonenumber4:

Connection after Start: Yes No REU-ID: 10 NEW: 10

Call time: 00:00:00 [day:hour:min] (First connection time after REU start time, 0=no call)

Time interval: 00:00:00 [day:hour:min] (Time interval for periodic connections, 0=no call)

Min. interval: 00:00:00 [day:hour:min] (Min. time interval of last con. initiat. by other REU, 0=OFF)
[sec] (Data Com off Distance TIMEOUT, 0=no action)
Data com off: 0
First retry: 00:00:00 [day:hour:min] (Time of next call attempt after last bad call)

Max. bad call: 0 [0..255] (Maximum number of bad call attempts)

Retry time: 00:00:00 [day:hour:min] (Time of next call after bad call attempts reached, 0=no call)

DataComNb: 0 [0..255] (Switch lamp off after max. bad call attempts, 0=no action)

Good/Bad: 0 [sec] (Report good/bad time after change MAINSTATE, 0=no action)

Priority: 5 [0..5] (Back call is performed, if the caller priority is higher)

Don't use Modem:


1 2 3 4 X Cancel ? Help
OK

Figure 9-31: Window to define telephone numbers within PTT file (example)

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9.4.2.3 Explanation of Modem Setting

AT-/V.25bis modems:
AT modems (Hayes compatible) as well as V.25bis modems are supported. The setting for the modem type
occurs in the configuration file REU-CONF.SIT. This setting can be overwritten with the PTT file. The
following two modem connection modes are supported:
- DIRECT-MODE
The baud rate between REU and modem is the same as the baud rate between the two modems. The
data is sent to the modem path without buffering. Handshaking is not necessary. Fault correction or
data compression is not possible. This mode is suitable for the virtual link (former ’Face Link’) to
Navaids stations like DME 415 or TACAN TAC 453.
- RELIABLE MODE
This is at least a connection of the type MNP4 or V.42. If additionally a data compression is selected the
type is called MNP5 or V.42bis. The baud rate between REU and modem can differ from that between
the two modems. It is convenient to set the baud rate from the REU to the modem as high as possible
(e. g. 38400 baud). Data buffering takes place in the modems. Therefore a CTS/RTS HW handshake is
necessary.

Configuration of AT modems:
The advantage of AT modems is the various configuration possibilities. The following three standard
initialisation strings are available which are sent automatically from the REU to AT modems:
- Init String: ATZ0
Z0 = reset with following loading of EPROM configuration
- Init-String: ATE0V1X1S0=1S2=255
E0 = echo off
V1 = message code as text (because of baud rate in CONNECT message)
X1 = message codes with state of the baud rate and also dialing without dial tone
S0 = 1 = receive calls after one ring
S2 = 255 = accepting no abort sign
- Init-String: AT&S1&D3
&S = M1 (DSR) On at data connection
&D3 = ON-OFF change at S1 (DTR) interrupts connection and resets modem (ATZ0)

Reliability of a modem connection (connection build-up mode):


The reliability of a modem connection is dependent on the selected build-up mode. Two different build-up
modes are available. The safest mode is the BACK CALL.
- NO-BACK-CALL: Build up due to a single call and identification (START CALL).
- BACK-CALL: Build up due to a call and identification. Then back call and identification (START
CALL, BACK CALL). Setting the priority to 0 in the PTT file of the called site.

Setting of modems LGM9600H1 / LGM1200MD


After jumper setting (described in sections 2.3.3.9 and 2.3.3.10) the modems are ready for operation.

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Setting of modem LGM28.8D1


There are different configurations possible. For example as universal reliable mode modem:
- basic setting: 2 (factory delivery state)
- baud rate : 38400 Baud
- Modem mode: Reliable-Mode
- PTT-Init-String: AT\N2S51=12\Q2F255X4S10=100S20=0
- Dial string: »AT»+»DP» or »DT»+»telephone number» <blank> «host name» of this telephone
number

Setting of modem LGM64K


There are different configurations possible. For example as universal reliable mode modem:
- basic setting: 2 (factory delivery state)
- baud rate: 19200 Baud
- Modem mode: Reliable-Mode
- PTT-Init-String: AT\N7S51=255\Q2F255X4S96=1S47=3
- Dial string: »AT»+»S0=0D»+ »telephone number» <blank> «host name» of this tele-phone
number

Dedicated line connection between REU and REU. Setting the ’Data com off’ timeout to 10 sec. (range
from 1..32767 sec., standard is 10 sec.).

9.4.3 Faulty Reaction of RCSE after Configuration


If the RCSE 443 is reacting faulty when switching on after configuration (e.g. LIFE LED is blinking or RCSE
repeats resetting automatically several times), it may be possible, that the configuration files at the RAM side
(with extension *.sit, *.ptt, *.oio, *.lke) are damaged or wrong for this site. A special AUTOBOOT.BAT file is
installed on the SAN disk of the processor board P4N 486, which supports the deletion of the incorrect,
wrong data on the disk depending on the used type of service adapter connected to the PC2 (Diagnosis)
interface at the RCSE. After deletion the default application program is started to reconfigure the processor
board.
To initiate the deletion of the wrong contents of the RAM side on the remote control unit (RCSE 443) the
following steps have to be done:
- switch off RCSE 443
- connect adapter of type B with PC2 interface of RCSE
- switch on RCSE 443
- wrong contents of RAM side (configuration files) is deleted
- repeat the configuration procedure described in section 2.4.2.
In case of a possible incorrect REU application program (REU.EXE on EPROM side of SAN flash disk) the
adapter of type A has to be connected to the PC2 (Diagnosis) interface to delete the wrong application
program and to load a standard application program from the corresponding subdirectory of the EPROM
side.
The adapters of type A and B are both SubD 9 female connectors, where the following two pins have to be
connected via a short cable:
1
- adapter type A: connection between pin 4 (DTR) and pin 9 (RI) 6

- adapter type B: connection between pin 7 (RTS) and pin 9 (RI) solder side
1
6

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10. CHAPTER 3
OPERATION

10.1 GENERAL
This chapter describes the operation of the RCSE in the RCMS 443 for AN 400 (SYSTEM 4000) ILS,
VOR/DVOR and DME. It includes details of the INC, the RSU, the CTU and the PC user program WIN
ADRACS. Description and use of the PC User Program will be found in the Technical Manual WIN
ADRACS, Code No. 83140 55323. The INC/RSU/CTU panels are shown in Fig. 3-2.

10.2 OPERATION OF THE RCSE/REU

10.2.1 Switching On
- AC-power supply: The mains switch (AC-supply) is located on the rear. Set switch to »ON» (upper
position). The Control LED of DC-Converter and the Life LED of SIB inside are on.
- DC-power supply: The DC ON switch (DC-supply) is located on the rear. Set switch to »I» (upper
position). The Control LED of DC-Converter and the Life LED of SIB inside are on.
When the unit is switched on, the REU starts up automatically. This takes around 20 seconds altogether.
The INC/RSU/CTU issue an ALARM (REU COMMUNICATION ERROR) immediately after starting up and
output an audible signal. When the REU software has started successfully, the states of the connected
stations are indicated at the INC/RSU or CTU/RWY Select.
NOTE: In case of a faulty reaction when switching on the RCSE (e.g. LIFE LED is blinking) a special
procedure has to be performed which is described in chapter 2.4.3.

On/Off switch if AC/DC converter used On/Off switch if DC/DC converter used
(no function for DC) (no function for AC)

REU Control LED


DC-Converter

Life LED SIB


INC

rear front

Figure 10-1: Position of On/Off-switch, indications

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10.2.2 Switching Off


- AC-power supply: The mains switch (AC-supply) is located on the rear. Set switch to »Off» (lower
position). The Control LED of DC-Converter and the Life LED of SIB inside are off.
- DC-power supply: The DC ON switch (DC-supply) is located on the rear. Set switch to »0» (lower
position). The Control LED of DC-Converter and the Life LED of SIB inside are off.

10.2.3 General Controls of the INC/RSU/CTU


See fig. 3-2.

10.2.3.1 Lamp Test


When LAMP TEST is pressed, the lamps light up consecutively one column at a time, from left to right, to
permit a visual check.

10.2.3.2 Alarm Silent


The device buzzer sounds whenever the status of a station indicated on the device changes. This is only
provided in the DATA COM, MAINTENANCE, NORMAL, WARNING and ALARM states (not
MAINTENANCE for the CTU). The buzzer remains switched on until either the SIL resp. ALARM SILENT
button is pressed (INC/RSU/CTU) or the time preset for it elapses.
The buzzer times are as follows:
INC: 15 s
CTU: No limit
PC : 15 s
A station status change does not result in a buzzer alarm in the following situations:
- If either PC control or switch control has been set for the station.
- If the runway select bit for the runway to which the station belongs has been altered during the
previous 60 seconds.
- If the WIN ADRACS maintenance function (PC) is active.

10.2.3.3 Brightness up/Brightness down (CTU)


The brightness of the indicators on the CTU can be adapted to the ambient brightness with the
BRIGHTNESS UP and BRIGHTNESS DOWN controls.

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10.2.4 Special Controls of INC/CTU

10.2.4.1 INC Control Functions


See fig. 3-2.
The subsystem SELECT buttons, which are assigned to each of the eight displayable stations, can be used
to select the station to be controlled in the EQUIPMENT-MAIN STATUS field.
The INC can send commands to the selected station, if the switch control mode is enabled.
The following options are available:
CHANGE OVER button Changes the transmitter connected to the antenna
EQUIP ON/OFF button Switches the transmitter on/off. TX1 and 2 are switched on/off with the LLZ
and GP.

10.2.4.2 CTU and RWY Select Control Functions


The CTU has no special controls on its front panel. The runway which is displayed on the RWY select can
be selected with the SW1 and SW2 switches on the CTU board (rear). The following options are available:
SW1: Runway1 enabled (up)
SW1: Runway1 disabled (down)
SW2: Runway2 enabled (up)
SW2: Runway2 disabled (down)
The runways can be switched on (and off) with the key switch of the RWY Select (front) unit. The ENABLE
lamp of the determined runway must light up. ENABLE off is a result of the following conditions:
- Datacom error to LLZ or GP and DME (if it belongs to the system)
- Local control of LLZ or GP and DME (FACE LINK)
- Switch control mode (RPU SW1 and station selected)
- PC control mode, maintenance active for a station in WIN ADRACS
- DME TX1 and 2 SHUT DOWN

10.2.5 CTU Cascading


It is always possible to connect several CTU’s in a cascade with a CTU. The same status is indicated on
each unit. If one of the CTU’s in the chain develops a fault however, all the indication units connected
downstream of it will also be affected.
If there are two CTU’s cascaded, the runway select can be changed over to a single CTU, or each CTU can
be used to switch only one runway:
CTU (1) SW1 = ON => Runway 1 enabled
(Runway 1 enabled on CTU 1)
CTU (1) SW2 = OFF => Runway 2 disabled
CTU (2) SW1 = OFF => Runway 1 disabled
CTU (2) SW2 = ON => Runway 2 enabled
(Runway 2 enabled on CTU 2)

CTU (1) SW1 = ON => Runway 1 enabled


(Runway 1 enabled on CTU 1)
CTU (1) SW2 = ON => Runway 2 enabled
(Runway 2 enabled on CTU 1)
CTU (2) SW1 = OFF => Runway 1 disabled
CTU (2) SW2 = OFF => Runway 2 disabled

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10.2.6 INC Indications

10.2.6.1 Subsystem Indications


See fig. 3-2.
Indications are only provided on the panels for the stations which are configured in the REU. The following
signals are evaluated by the REU and indicated by the INC accordingly:
INC subsystem indications
ALARM => Station status = ALARM
WARNING => Station status = WARNING
NORMAL => Station status = NORMAL
DATA COM => Modem link to station (CTU only)
MAINTEN => Station status = Maintenance/BITE warning or Local access
INC indications if station selected
MON1/2 AERIAL => No operational monitor ALARM
MON1/2 STANDBY => Standby Warning
MON1/2 FAULTY => Monitor FAULT set
MON1/2 BYPASSED => Monitor bypass set
TX1/2 ON => Transmitter x = ON
TX1/2 WARNING => Transmitter x has BITE WARNING
TX1/2 FAULTY => Transmitter x has operational OFF (faulty)
TX1/2 ON ANT => Transmitter x = aerial (connected to antenna)
ENGAGED => Remote mode (control by WIN ADRACS on PC)
ENABLED => Local mode (control by INC panel keys)
MAINS OFF => Mains power supply of station is switched off
ENV ALRM => Multiple purpose (e.g. intrusion alarm, fire alarm)
ANT FTY => not used
OTHER WARN => Miscellaneous communication and protocol errors

10.2.6.2 System (RCSE) Indications


RCSE (RC) status indication:
OPERATION => Normal operation
WARNING => REU BITE warning
DATA COM => Internal communication fault

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10.2.7 CTU and RWY Select Indications


See fig. 3-2.

10.2.7.1 CTU Subsystem Status Indication


NORMAL => Normal Operation:
All transmitter and monitor equipments are switched on, initialized and
serviceable for the intended category of operations.(i. e. No Warning and No
Alarm Condition)

WARNING => Warning (Alert):


Transmitter(s) OFF, equipment initializing, primary equipment shut-down by
monitor, limited monitor configuration (only one executive), local access (local
panel or attached terminal), monitor bypass (one or both), battery operation
ALARM => Alarm
Subsystem shut-down Out-of-tolerance signal(s) while monitor in bypass

10.2.7.2 RWY Select System Status Indication


OPERATIONAL => Operational performance fulfilled (e.g. Runway in CAT III mode)
DEGRADED => Operational performance limited (e.g. RWY degraded to CAT I/II)
SHUT DOWN => Runway shut down or has ALARM
ENABLE => Runway follows CTU runway switch

10.2.8 Assignment of Station Main Status Indications


This section interprets the meaning of the main status indications for the respective connected stations. The
meaning is shown as a logical OR-combination.
- GS ,LOC-Main Status
ALARM Alarm or Monitor-Bypass
WARNING Mains-Off or Single-Monitoring or Standby-Alarm or TX-Off or TX-Operational-Off
MAINTEN BITE-Alarm or Local-Control or Mains-Off
- Marker Main Status
ALARM Alarm
WARNING Mains-Off or (not Master-Off) or Standby-Alarm
MAINTEN Mains-Off
- FFM-Main Status
ALARM Alarm or Monitor-Bypass
WARNING Mains-Off or Single-Monitoring
MAINTEN BITE-Alarm or Mains-Off
- DME Main Status (DME 415)
ALARM Beacon-Faulty or (not Beacon-Operation)
WARNING Battery-On or Beacon-Degraded or TX1 Shut-Down or TX2 Shut-Down-
MAINTEN Battery-On

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- DME-Main Status (FSD10/15 only)


ALARM Beacon-Faulty or (not Beacon-Operation)
WARNING Battery-On or (not Beacon-Operation) or TX1 Shut-Down or TX2 Shut-Down or
Second Alarm Monitor 1 or Second Alarm Monitor 2
MAINTEN Battery-On
- NDB-Main Status
ALARM Alarm
WARNING Mains-Off or Standby-Alarm or SWR-Alarm
MAINTEN Mains-Off
- VOR-Main Status
ALARM Alarm or Monitor-Bypass
WARNING Mains-Off or Single-Monitoring or TX-Operational-Off
MAINTEN Alarm-Memory or BITE-Alarm or Mains-Off
- Additional linkages of Main Status in the REU-Software
DATA-COM (not Data-Com-Error)
ALARM ALARM or Data-Com-Error
MAINTEN (MAINTENANCE and (not Data-Com-Error) or Face-Link-Active or PC-Maintenance
WARNING WARNING and (not ALARM)
NORMAL (not WARNING) and (not ALARM)

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MAIN STATUS DETAILED STATUS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
MON 1 MON 2 TX 1 TX 2 OPERATION

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STANDBY STANDBY WARNING


ALARM
WARNING DATA COM
ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM

FAULTY FAULTY FAULTY


WARNING
FAULTY
WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING

BYPASSED BYPASSED ON ANT ON ANT


NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL

CONTROL STATION
DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM DATA COM
ENGAGED MAINS OFF

MAINTEN MAINTEN SIL


MAINTEN MAINTEN MAINTEN MAINTEN MAINTEN MAINTEN
ENABLED ENV ALRM
COMMAND
RCSE 443- DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

ANT FTY
EQUIP CHANGE REQUEST LAMP
SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT
ON/OFF OVER RELEASE OTHER WARN TEST

RCSE Indication and Control panel (INC)

AIR NAV SUBSYSTEM RWY-SELECT


AIRSYS

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ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM ALARM OPERATIONAL OPERATIONAL

WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING DEGRADED DEGRADED

NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL NORMAL SHUT DOWN SHUT DOWN

Figure 10-2: INC panel (of RCSE) and CTU/RWY Select panel
ALARM BRIGHT- BRIGHT- LAMP
NESS NESS ENABLE ENABLE
SILENT TEST
DOWN UP

Control Tower Unit (CTU) RunWaY Selector (RWY)


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10.2.9 Indications and Switches of the REU Subassemblies


1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

APD346
4)

PC2
LED green
Vout 1
Processor Board

PC1
1)
OIO2 / ADC

2) 3)
1)
OIO 1

LGMx 3

LGMx 4
LGMx 1

LGMx 2
Spare

2)

2)
Spare

2)
LAN

NFK 1

NFK 2
ZUx
SIB

5 V/12 A ±12 V...15 V/2 A

* optional ZUx = ZU1 or ZUA29 (equipped with DC/DC-Converter)


LGM 1/2 = LGM28.8 or LGM64K
LGM 3/4 = LGM9600H1 to connect ILS AN 420

Life on
1 SIB: Life LED Life off

2 SIB: Switch (not used) On


Off
3 LGM28.8: switched line modems (LGM1/2)
PM1 = State of interface line PM1, ON: test condition
ANS = Indication of time slot, blinking: modem is seizing a line PM1 ANS
M5 = State of interface line M5, ON: transmission mode M5 S1
S1 = State of interface line S1, ON: DTE ready for operation

4 LGM: switch test

5 LGM9600H1: dedicated line modem (LGM3/4)


PM1 = State of interface line PM1, ON: test condition
ANS = Indication of time slot, blinking: modem is seizing a line
M1 = State of interface line M1, ON: modem ready for operation PM1 M5
M1 S2
S1 = State of interface line S1, ON: DTE ready for operation

6 LGM1200MD: optional (instead of ZUA/NFK) in LGMx slot (LGM4 preferred)


PM1 = test condition PM1 M5
M5 = receive signal level M2 S2
M2 = ready for transmission
S2 = switch on transmission part, DSK (permanent transmission control) on/off

LGM Extender 2 Unit: optional instead of LGM4 for RS232/422 connections


signal levels of RS232 lines (DCD, RXD, TXD, DTR, DSR, RTS, CTS, RI):
red LED on (back row: V1, V3, V6, V7, V10, V11, V14, v15): signal level is +12V
green LED on (front row: V2, V4, V5, V8, V9, V12, V13, V16): signal level is -12V
LEDs off (both rows): signal level is 0V

7 ZUA: LED top = Activity data lines (RxD/TxD) RxD TxD


LED down = Receive level F11/F21 F11 F21

F2 F1
8 NFK: LED on = Channel switched off or alternatively F4 F3
Multiplexer RS232: LEDs for input channelsTXD (red), RXD (green); F6 F5
6 output channels (yellow), LED off means connected through

9 DC-Converter: LED on= Voltages +5, +12, -12 [V] available.

Figure 10-3: REU interior, indications and switches, example

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10.3 MAINTENANCE OPERATION

10.3.1 General
Maintenance mode can be set either at a Maintenance Data Terminal (PC) connected to the RCSE/REU or
at a Remote Maintenance Center (RMC), again via a PC which is connected there to the RCSE/REU. In
both cases, it is controlled using the installed PC User Program (WIN ADRACS).
Since the interface in the REU system is an open interface, access and thus operator actions are governed
by a multi-level password code. When the WIN ADRACS program is started, password information is sent to
the REU. The first PC with a suitable password level (> 2) to issue a request is given priority over the next
requesting PC with the same password level, in other words only one PC at a time can be operated in
maintenance mode in the same system (either locally or at the RMC). The other PCs receive an »Other User
is master» message. All PCs with a password level < 3 will get access to the system. The only exception is a
request for GetAllState data (telegram for main status of station), which can be made by several different
PCs.
NOTE: To avoid bringing in a computer virus it is not allowed to run computer games generally and to use
software programs which are not authorized on the Maintenance Data Terminal (PC). It is recommended to
test the computer or disks with a virus checker.

10.3.2 Operation with a Maintenance Data Terminal (PC)


The Maintenance Data Terminal (PC) is ready as soon as the REU (1a2 PC1) has been connected and the
WIN ADRACS software has been installed. When the PC is switched on and the WIN ADRACS software is
started, the REU software realizes that a PC is connected and that it can communicate with it. The PC can
also be connected at any time during normal operation.
The Maintenance Data Terminal can control and poll the REU and the connected stations via this interface,
and if necessary program them using the facilities of the WIN ADRACS program. The control functions of the
user program are described in Technical Manual WIN ADRACS.

10.3.3 Operation at the Remote Maintenance Center (RMC)


It is possible to poll several systems (with local RCSEs) via the telephone network, using the PC of the RMC,
and to set them to maintenance mode. Only the general status of an airport or of several en-route systems
can be displayed on the INC of the RCSE in the RMC. The subsystem select buttons on the INC are not
active. The software of the RCSE/REU in the RMC has been designed accordingly.
The Maintenance Data Terminal (PC) in the RMC can control and poll the connected stations via the REU,
and if necessary program them using the facilities of the WIN ADRACS program. The control functions of the
user program are described in Technical Manual WIN ADRACS The priorities described in section 3.3.1
apply.

11. CHAPTER 4
DETAILED DESCRIPTION

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11.1 GENERAL
All plug-in or screw-on subassemblies (printed circuit boards) in the RCSE 443 are described in section 1.3.
Their tasks are described and illustrated with the aid of simplified block diagrams. The integration within the
complete system is shown in block diagram fig. 1.4. More details about the subassemblies (printed circuit
boards), which may exceed the information given in the following description part and figures, may be taken
from the circuit diagrams listed in fig. 4-1.

11.2 OVERVIEW REU-SUBASSEMBLIES

SUBASSEMBLY ASSIGNMENT CODE NUMBER*) REFERENCE

Processor Board P4N 486 Network (P4N) 84045 82230 4.3.1


Serial Interface Board (SIB) 84045 83106 4.3.2
Opto-Isolated Input/Output Board (OIO) 84045 83000 4.3.3

Modems: 4.3.6

Modem, switched line (LGM 28.8) 84045 83241 4.3.6.1


Modem, switched line, ISDN (LGM 64K) 84045 83230 4.3.6.2
Modem, dedicated line (LGM 1200MD) 84045 83233 4.3.6.4
Modem, dedicated line (LGM 9600H1) 84045 83260 4.3.6.5
LGM Extender 2 Unit (LGM Ext) 84045 83903 4.3.6.6
Modem, dedicated line (ZU1) 57200 04405 4.3.7
Modem, dedicated line (ZUA29) 83131 72601 4.3.8
Star distributor (NFK29-1) 75864 81410 4.3.9
Multiplexer RS232 (MPX) 84045 83800 4.3.10

Power Supply: 4.3.11

AC/DC-Converter (Puls AP346) 84045 82350 4.3.11.1.1


AC/DC-Converter (VERO/TRIVOLT PK 60) 84045 82351 4.3.11.1.2
AC/DC-Converter for CTU/RSU (MELCHER LM 1001-7R) 84045 90700 4.3.11.1.3
DC/DC-Converter (Puls APD 346) 84045 79850 4.3.11.2.1
DC/DC-Converter for CTU/RSU (MELCHER BM 1001-7R) 84045 89800 4.3.11.2.2

*) The code numbers given may differ to those of the delivered installation in individual cases. In such
case the actual codenumber can be taken from the delivery list of the installation or the drawing set.
Figure 11-1: Circuit diagrams of subassemblies of RCSE 443

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11.3 REU-SUBASSEMBLIES

11.3.1 Processor Board P4N 486 Network


The processor board P4N 486 Network includes a flash disk (SAN disk) providing a RAM area (’RAM side’)
and an EPROM area (’EPROM side’). The single-board computer P4N 486 is built up entirely in high-speed
CMOS technology and integrated on a simple Eurocard.
The voltages (+5 V and +12 V) necessary for operation are supplied from the bus via VG connector. The
supply voltage of +12 V is only required for a CPU fan and for an external MAU subassembly connected to
the Ethernet AUI interface. A signal which monitors the revolutions of the fan down to a full stop can be
processed through pin 4 of this plug connector.
The processor board accommodates between 2 and 64 MB dynamic read/write memories (DRAM). The
memory is organized in 32-bit words, has one parity bit per byte and begins with the address 00000000H.
Shadow RAM can be activated in the setup in 16-byte increments for the range from C000:0000 to
F000:FFFF. The BIOS is a flash EPROM with a capacity of 128 KB. Address space from E000:0000 to
F000:FFFF is reserved for the BIOS. The contents of the BIOS can be copied into the Shadow RAM for
more rapid execution of BIOS functions. In the actual version the E-segment is free for operator usage after
booting.
The CPU platform can be equipped with an Intel 486DX-compatible CPU. Types of 5 V and 3.3 V can be
used, which are e.g. i486DX(2/4), AMD486DX(2/4) and SGS486DX2/4. The system clock can be set by
jumper field J9 to 25, 30 or 33 MHz, from which the internal CPU oscillation is derived. J2 is used to
determine the multiplication factor for the internal clock according to the used CPU.
Cold-booting the processor leads to a reset of the CPU, of the entire on-board peripherals and of all
subassemblies connected via ISA 96 bus. It is initiated:
- when the +5 V supply voltage sinks below a threshold value (typ. 4.65 V, min. 4.5 V, max. 4.75 V) for a
certain time period,
- by the »watchdog time-out» function, which monitors program execution in the microprocessor
(monitoring of read access, which must be executed at least every 1.6 seconds),
- by the excess temperature watchdog which monitors the CPU housing temperature (the temperature
sensor is set for a maximum housing temperature of +85 _C),
- by sending a reset signal to the C32 pin of the ISA 96 bus which is configured as a reset input (low
active, /RESET)
A battery-backed real-time clock (RTC) contains the time, the date, a wake-up time, as well as 128 bytes of
CMOS RAM. Data contents are secured for more than 5,000 hours with the rechargeable accu (30 mAh),
which is located on the mother board. Battery supply voltage can be interrupted through jumper J1,
especially for long down-time periods (storage).

DRAM Keyboard flash disk:


2/4 MB Controller 3 MB EPROM
J9 J2 1 MB RAM
Clock Generator
96 pin VG-Connector:

25/30/33 MHz

Data/Address/Control
x12
Speaker (opt..) Buffer
CPU

X4
2 1
Real Time a b c
Interrupt Controller Clock Battery
XT
AT
XT

Power on/off Ethernet Interrupt (RTC) J1


Watch Dog connector
Reset
3

Figure 11-2: Processor board P4N 486 Network, block diagram

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The processor board P4N 486 provides an integrated flash disk (SAN disk) connected via IDE bus. The
integrated flash disk operates like a hard disk and is partitioned into drive c: (so called ’EPROM side’, 3 MB)
and drive d: (so called ’RAM side’, 1 MB). The configuration files (*.SIT and *.OIO) are stored on ’RAM side’,
the ’EPROM side’ contains the DOS 5.x software and the REU application program.
NOTE: In case of data loss or wrong data of configuration files or REU application program a special
AUTOBOOT.BAT file is installed on the SAN disk, which deletes the certain incorrect, wrong data
on the disk depending on the used type of dongle (adapter) connected to the PC2 interface at the
REU. After deletion the default application program is started to reconfigure the processor board.

11.3.2 SIB
See Fig. 4-3.
SIB stands for Serial Interface Board. The card is employed in the REU for the implementation of
asynchronous, synchronous and parallel communication channels. The INTEL controllers which are used
are PC-software compatible in order to allow compatibility for the entire system of the REU, which employs
an industry PC in Eurocard format as the central unit. The bus on which the card is located is the MCE bus.
All communications connections are implemented through the connector back panel. The settings for
interrupt assignment, base address assignment, signal specification and polling logic are all made on the
card with jumpers. A maximum of 6 asynchronous channels and 4 synchronous channels may be realized in
a system.
The bus drivers/receivers serve for bus coupling and buffering for the MCE bus. The PAL preprocesses the
necessary chip-select signals, preprocesses the RD and WR signals and makes the selection signals
available for data/control words. In addition, it makes the signals available for the .bis matching circuit and
preprocesses the controls for the 8-bit parallel I/O processing.
Chipselect PAL
IRQ Logic
Selection
Oscillation Base address
I/O,R/W Conditioning
Waitstates sync.

Bus: Data, addresses, CS-x, INT-x, WR, RD, reset, oscillation


Bus
X1 Buffer
PC-Bus
ISA-96

Front panel 8 bit 8 bit Asynchronous Asynchronous Asynchronous Synchronous Synchronous


parallel parallel controller 1 controller 2 controller 3 controller 1 controller 2
DMA
out in
1 2 1 2 1 2 A B A B
Life
Local
(NFK7...12, AUX IN 1...7)

Local
(NFK1...6, AUX OUT1)

RS232

RS232
RS422

RS422

TTL

PC2
RS232
RS422

RS232
RS422

RS232

RS232

RS422
TTL

TTL

TTL

TTL

TTL

PC1

IN/OUT 1a1 2a1 1a2 2a2 1a3 2a3 1sA 1sB 2sA 2sB

Connector Back Panel

Figure 11-3: SIB, block diagram

The communications controllers are operated with the buffered system bus and supplied by the TTL clock
with a basic frequency of 18.432 MHz. The controllers preprocess their baud rate from this basic frequency.
The primary requirement for the synchronous communications controller (82530) is the maintenance of the
recovery time between two read/write processes. This time is summed with a counter. In case the recovery
time has not elapsed before the next read/write command, an I/O extension is initiated. In addition, two WAIT
STATES are inserted with every read/write process. Interface modules serve to convert the TTL outputs of
the controllers to the desired level, whereby the following are valid:

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- Asynchronous Controller 1 (NS 16552) fixed at RS422


- Asynchronous Controller 2 (NS 16552) fixed at RS232
- Asynchronous Controller 3 (NS 16552) optional at TTL level or RS232 or RS422
- Synchronous Controller 1 (8530) optional at TTL level or RS232
- Synchronous Controller 2 (82530) optional at TTL level or RS422; TTL fixed

Asynchronous channels:
The existing controllers may assign interrupt lines independently (normal state). However, they may also
jointly poll interrupt lines. Jumpers serve for setting the interrupt line assignment, selection between XT and
AT interrupts, the signal specification for channel 3. For the utilization of one of the interrupts IRQ 10, 11, or
12, it is necessary for a PC-AT to be available as the central unit.
In order to make possible operation of the communication channels 2 and 3 with the ZU1 (Tx inverted on the
KDI), configurable inverters are available on the SIB.

Synchronous channels:
The interface modules serve to convert the TTL outputs of the controller to the desired level, whereby
channel A and channel B may be offered optionally on the TTL level or on the RS232 level. The
communications controller is polled with the buffered system bus and provided with the basic frequency
through the TTL clock. The controller can preprocess its baud rate from this basic frequency.
The setting of the interrupt-request channel, whereby only one channel may be plugged at any time, and the
channel selection for the DMA operation is made by jumpers. For the utilization of one of the interrupts IRQ
12, 14, or 15, it is necessary for a PC-AT to be available as the central unit.

11.3.3 OIO (optional)


The optional OIO board is used in the REU to connect IN or OUT control signals from/to external equipment.
It provides 32 decoupled inputs and outputs by means of optocouplers. The OIO is controlled by In/Out
commands. 4 I/O addresses are used, which can be set with jumpers (J3) in steps of four starting from a
fixed base address. On default it is set to 0230H to 0233H. The OIO consists of the following functional
groups:
- completely buffered and decoded processor bus interface
- four eightfold tristate line driver circuits
- four 8 bit registers with tristate outputs
- 32 optocouplers used for potential isolation (e.g. 24 Inputs, 8 Outputs)
INPUTS: The input current for logical 0 is max. 1 mA, for logical 1 min. 10 mA. The voltage of the IN-signal is
adjustable by changing the input resistor of the respective optocoupler (factory adjustment). Forward and
feedback lines of the inputs are fed separately to connector J1. The inputs are protected by antiparallel
connected diodes. Interference pulses are suppressed by RC-filters in the signal path.
OUTPUTS: The output drive capability is max. 150 mA, the supply voltage is 35 V. Forward and feedback
lines of the outputs are fed separately to connector J1. The outputs are protected by antiparallel connected Z
diodes. Switch-over time is approx. 100 ms depending on the actual pull-up resistor. During/after a system
reset all outputs are at the same potential because the optocouplers are not conductive. The definition of the
outputs and the associated levels is set by the initialization program.

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11.3.4 Ethernet Controller (optional)


The optional Ethernet controller allows the REU to be linked up to a THIN-Wire Ethernet network (LAN). A
processor board UPB 80C486DX is necessary to support this option.

11.3.5 ADC (optional)


The optional ADC board enables up to 16 single-ended channels and up to 8 double-ended channels to be
coupled to analog signals converted to digital signals by the 13-bit A/D converter.

11.3.6 Modem LGM

11.3.6.1 LGM28.8
See Fig. 4-4.
The LGM 28.8 is a high speed modem for duplex operation which supports all common duplex modulation
procedures. The modem is designed for synchronous as well as for asynchronous data transmission
according to the following CCITT modulation modes: V.34, V.32bis, V.32, V.22bis, V.22, and V.21, which
have implemented the data securing procedures according to V.42 and MNP4. Data compressing to
increase the baud rate is implemented according to V.42bis and MNP5. These procedures enable a practical
fault free transmission between two data terminal equipment (DTE) units. Depending on the procedure the
transmission rate can be increased up to 38400 Bd (autobaud) using V.42bis and the AT -mode/reliable
mode. The modem can also communicate with modems from other vendors at the same transmission rates,
providing these modems comply with CCITT Recommendations V.22 and V.22bis. Software configuration is
possible using AT or DNL commands while hardware configuration is performed employing the DIP switches
located at the bottom and on one side of the module. It is designed for operation in public switched networks
and consequently equipped with an integrated automatic dialing facility (IAWD). Data connections can
however also be set up by the subscriber dialing manually and pressing the data key. Point-to-point
operation on dedicated lines (leased or tie lines) is likewise possible. Almost all the modem functions can be
set by the data terminal equipment (DTE) using a command set in accordance with CCITT Recommendation
V.25bis. Correct operation of the microprocessor and the signal processors is monitored by an integrated
circuit, which initiates a »master reset» if one of these processors malfunctions (watchdog).

La Busy detection

a2
Lb Modem controller

b2

Ringing tone Data key detection


detection
G
E

Setting

Figure 11-4: LGM28.8, block diagram

A data connection can be set up by means of either the integrated automatic dialing facility or the automatic
call acceptance feature. It is also possible to dial out or to accept incoming calls manually. No dialing takes
place on dedicated lines. All the V.25bis commands and messages are exchanged via the interfaces which
are also used to transfer the actual data. After a call request with identification, the LGM checks whether the
subscriber line is already busy, i.e. whether the subscriber is in the process of making a call. If not, the
outside line is seized. The LGM then transmits the dialed digits which have previously been transmitted by

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the DTE. After the dialing procedure, an intermittent 1300 Hz tone is transmitted and the modem waits for a
constant 2100 Hz answer tone. As soon as this answer tone - which is transmitted by modems with an
automatic call acceptance facility - is identified, the two modems start the prolog (handshake).
A data connection can only be terminated by the DTE, unless there is no carrier for more than 250 ms/10 s.
In this case, the line seizure is canceled by the LGM. Eighteen switches are provided on the PC board for
presetting the seven different operating modes, the four communication protocols and various other
parameters. A self-test is performed each time the modem is switched on. The default setup is as follows:
2400 bd, V.22bis, autodial.

11.3.6.2 LGM64K (ISDN Modem)


The LGM 64K is an ISDN terminal adapter (module) in the Eurocard format for the use of public ISDN
switched lines and dedicated lines. In terms of hardware, the LGM64K is built up the same as the LGM28.8,
and the pins are compatible. It possesses the same operations set and the same definitions for the DIP
switches. In software, the module is configured through AT and V.25bis commands and the hardware is
configured through DIP switches. The modem is connected to the line through the S0 terminal and can be
operated through the implemented D channel protocols 1TR6 and DSS1 both in the national and in the
European ISDN network. One B channel with 64 Kbits/sec is available for data transmission. Data
transmission to the terminal device may take place either synchronously or asynchronously through the
serial interface (TTL level on the VG bar). Matching the speed of the serial interface to the ISDN speed of 64
Kbits/sec is managed by the bit rate adaptation according to ITU-T V.110. The LGM64K modem may be
remotely configured.

11.3.6.3 Connection Setup

11.3.6.3.1 Connection Setup via Switched Circuits


Autodialing
»Autodialing» means that the connection is set up by the modem automatically. The desired telephone
number is transferred to the modem by means of a command. This dialing command can be preceded by a
command for setting the transmission parameters. The commands can be transferred automatically with the
desired data (transmission parameters and telephone number) by the communication program. The user
does not need to do anything more.

11.3.6.4 Dedicated Line Modem LGM1200MD


See Fig. 4-5.
The LGM 1200MD is a universally applicable half duplex permanent line modem. The data transfer rate is
1200 or 600 bit/s. The LGM 1200MD (MD=multidrop) is optimised for operation on permanent two-wire lines
in the so called party line mode. In this case, several modems are served by a control station via one line
only (polling mode). On replacement, the LGM1200MD is used in stations instead of the ZUA29, on remote
side instead of ZUA29 and NFK. It occupies one LGM slot.
The LGM 1200MD operates in the voice band with FSK modulation, i.e. frequency shift keying in conformity
with V.23 at 1300 and 2100 Hz with up to 1200 bit/s and 1300 and 1700 Hz with up to 600 bit/s. The data
transfer method is half duplex or simplex. Generation of interfering trailing bits (on deactivation of the remote
transmitter) is largely excluded by process-controlled »fast clamping» of the received data. In the
asynchronous mode, data transfer from 0 to 1200 bit/s or 0 to 600 bit/s is possible, independently of the
code and speed. A microcomputer controls and monitors all functions of the LGM. Parameters for the
processor and processor-independent circuitry can be influenced by means of 14 adjacent coding switches.
A power-on self-test is run. LEDs indicate transmit and receive data activity or line seizure. The connected
trunk lines are accessible via an ISEP test socket on the front panel (for monitoring the analog line signal).

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When the »TEST» key on the front panel is pressed, the modem is switched to the »close range analog
loop» (without transmitter) while the key is pressed. This is also active during the transmission phase (the
connection is then aborted).
In half duplex mode on two-wire connections, the participating data transmission equipment each seizes the
telephone line in succession. The respective DTE responsible for transmission controls operation with the
105/S2/RTS (ready to send) signal. This activates the modem’s carrier. The DTE must only offer data to the
modem via the 103/D1/TD line once a specific delay after ready to send has elapsed and the modem has
switched the 106/M2/CTS (clear to send). During the delay time between the »ready to send» 105/S2/RTS
and »clear to send» 106/M2/CTS signals, the signal detector of the receiving modem will already react and
will adapt the clock signals of the receiver to the clock pulse of the incoming signals.

Over-
transmit path
voltage
protection Level
a2 adaptation TxA
La
Lb FSK signal
b2 converter
E
Level
connection
Filter RxA
adaptation
2-wire line

receive path

TD

Microprocessor
RD

DIL switch TTL/V.24 interface

Set 1...14 Data in/out

Figure 11-5: Modem LGM1200MD, block diagram

With the 109/M5/DCD (receive signal level) signal, the receiving modem indicates that it is capable of
forwarding received data (104/D2/RD). If the 109/M5/DCD (receive signal level) signal is not in the ON state,
the receive interface line (104/D2/RD) is in the »I» state. A so-called fast clamping circuit is integrated in the
LGM1200MD to avoid trailing bits during reception. It is processor-controlled, with the result that no more
than 1 byte can occur as a trailing byte.

11.3.6.5 Dedicated Line Modem LGM9600H1


The LGM9600H1 is a universally applicable half duplex permanent line modem. The data transfer rate is
1200 or 600 bit/s. It occupies one LGM slot.
The LGM9600H1 operates in the voice band with FSK modulation, i.e. frequency shift keying in conformity
with V.23 at 1300 and 2100 Hz with up to 1200 bit/s and 1300 and 1700 Hz with up to 600 bit/s. The data
transfer method is half duplex. Generation of interfering trailing bits (on deactivation of the remote
transmitter) is largely excluded by process-controlled »fast clamping» of the received data. In the
asynchronous mode, data transfer from 0 to 1200 bit/s or 0 to 600 bit/s is possible, independently of the
code and speed. A microcomputer controls and monitors all functions of the LGM.

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11.3.6.6 LGM Extender 2 Unit


The LGM Extender 2 Unit is an opto- and electrically isolated level converter. It is able to convert TTL signals
to RS232 resp. to RS422 signals and vice versa. The maximum data transfer rate is 38.4 kbit/s (for RS232).
The LGM Extender 2 Unit occupies one LGM slot and is normally plugged into LGM4 slot of RCSE subrack.
The RS232 resp. RS422 outputs are led to CEPT plug outputs La, Lb, a2, b2, G, E, TXA, TXB, RXA, RXB
(CEPT plug X1, see fig. 4-6). The signals are connected to the pins of LGMx (x=1..4, preferred 4) as
described in section NO TAG. This signals are also led to plug X4, a conversion from Speedy 10 (X4) to DB
9 (LGMx connector) results in the same pin assignment than for LGMx connector. This is not used for RCSE
application. Another Speedy 10 connector X3 is provided to the user for RS232 data test purposes, the
signals are not opto- and electrically isolated, the signal levels are indicated via LEDs (V1..V16).
All output signals can be inverted by setting the jumpers X20 to X27 on the LGM Extender board. The
terminal bars S1 and S2 are not used for RCSE connection (see also section NO TAG).

LGM1..4
La, Lb, a2, b2, TxA, TxB, RxA, RxB, E, G
(SUBD 9)
at Back-
panel Electrical Isolation
+5V (+/-10%) +5V isolated (+5%,-2%)

GND -GND

DC/DC-Converter

Opto-Isolation Level Conversion

RS232
X1

X1

X30..37
TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR,, DSR, DCD, RI
SIB TTL

RS422
TTL Optocoupler
Processor
Board RS232 X4 only for connection to
DME via separate cable
(not used in RCSE)
X3 LEDs V1..V16
RS232 Data Test
RCSE LGM Extender 2 Unit

Figure 11-6: LGM Extender 2 Unit, block diagram

11.3.7 Modem ZU1


See Fig. 4-7.
The ZU1 is a voice frequency telegraphy facility (VFT) for transmitting digital signals on transmission links
with a frequency range between 300 Hz and 3.4 kHz, such as telephone lines. The modulation method is
frequency shift keying (FSK). The ZU1 can transmit data asynchronously in any code up to a maximum
telegraphic speed of 600 baud. The information which must be transmitted to the navigation station (voice
frequency telegraphy signals) takes the form of commands and interrogations. The center transmission
frequency is 2760 Hz, with a frequency deviation of ±200 Hz. These signals are converted into DC signals in
the modem and supplied to the navigation station via a V.24 interface.
In the opposite direction, the information which must be transmitted to the remote control system - status
messages and acknowledgments - is offered to the V.24 interface of the ZU1 by the navigation station in the
form of DC signals. The modem converts the information into AC signals with a center transmission
frequency of 1320 Hz and a frequency deviation of ±200 Hz. The connection is implemented using a 2-wire
line on which duplex operation is possible. The main functional units of the ZU1 are the balanced-to-
unbalanced transformer, the receive branch and the transmit branch.
The modulator IS7 converts the digital DC signals into AC signals. The frequency of an RC generator is shift-
keyed by a control signal. The modulator has a transmitter disconnection facility IS8, which allows the sound
to be switched on and off by remote control. The quiescent tone is switched off automatically if the control
line is interrupted. The transmit filter is an active, 4th-order filter. It serves to limit the frequency spectrum of
the modulated signal. The gain of the filter can be set with jumpers to ±0 dB, -3 dB, -6 dB or -9 dB. The

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transmit level is set approximately by a voltage divider, which is decoupled from the transmit filter by means
of a buffer preamplifier. The level can be reduced by up to 30 dB in steps of 10 dB. The fine setting is made
in steps of 3 dB using the transmit filter.
The line disconnection circuit IS11 isolates the transmitter and the receiver jointly from the trunk circuit. The
trunk circuit is disconnected automatically if the control line is interrupted. It is matched to the ZU1 by a
balanced-to-unbalanced transformer, and is therefore electrically isolated from it and terminated with 600 W.
Test sockets are provided on the front panel of the ZU1 for measuring the transmit and receive levels. The
ZU1 is set to 4-wire operation in conjunction with the NFK.
The receive preamplifier IS2 has two stages. Its gain can be set to either 6 dB or 26 dB. The receive filter is
a 5-stage L/C filter with a band-pass characteristic. A limiting amplifier IS3 is connected to the output of the
receive filter. It amplifies the signal which has been attenuated by the receive filter, and its limiting action
prevents the downstream demodulator from being overdriven. This reduces the effects of level fluctuations
on the transmission path.

Extension for additional lines


Quiescent tone Line External supply
Generator and Modulator disconnection Transmit filter Preamplifier Level setting disconnection

Output amplifier
IS7 IS8 IS6/4,1 IS6/2 IS11 IS6/3
RXD Receive Data
Local line RTS Request To Send
DTR Data Terminal Ready Line Remote line
RXD V.24 TXD Transmission Data TR3
matching
RTS DSR Data Set Ready
DTR
Receive enable Demodulator

TXD
TR2
IS10 IS4
Level monitoring Limiting amplifier Receive filter Receive preamplifier

DSR Line
disconnection
TTL IS3 IS2/2,1 IS1

Level conversion Extension for up to 14 additional lines

Figure 11-7: Modem ZU1, block diagram

11.3.8 Modem ZUA29


See Fig. 4-8.
The ZUA is an interface board for converting a V.24/V.28 (RS232C) or V.11 (RS422) interface to an FSK
signal (frequency shift keying) according to CCITT V.23 (half duplex operation). The digital interface can be
set to either V.24/V.28 or V.11. It is possible to connect transmission links with a frequency range of 300 Hz
to 3.4 kHz, and to transmit data asynchronously and code-transparently up to a rate of 1200 baud. The
information which must be transmitted (voice frequency telegraphy signals) takes the form of commands and
interrogations. The center transmission frequency at 1200 Bd (standard setting) is 1700 Hz, with a frequency
deviation of ±400 Hz (i.e. fu=1300 Hz and fo=2100 Hz). The connection is implemented using a 2-wire line.
The received information (status messages and acknowledgments) is converted into DC signals in the
modem and supplied to the connected station via the V.24 interface. In the opposite direction, the
information (commands and interrogations) which must be transmitted from the connected station are
offered to the V.24 interface of the ZUA in the form of DC signals. The modem converts this information into
modulated AC signals.
In conjunction with the NFK, the ZUA29 is set to 4-wire operation, 1200 Bd, V.23.
The ZUA incorporates a 2/4-wire amplifier, which can be looped into a transmission path in order to
compensate the attenuation. It is also used as a switching network for coupling the FSK transmit and receive
signals in and out. The amplifier is switched permanently in 4-wire mode; in 2-wire mode, it is through-
connected in the desired direction according to the incoming levels. Sequence control is handled by a
microcomputer (63701 type).
The ZUA can be looped in to implement a transition from 2-wire to 4-wire lines. Tandem operation with a
high input impedance and a variable output impedance is also possible. The microcomputer monitors the

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transmit signal of the ZUA and disconnects the transmit direction as soon as the transmit level is switched on
for more than 1 s. A watchdog timer checks that the microcomputer is functioning correctly. The voltage
monitor trips a reset if the 5 V operating voltage is no longer present.

Level
detector
PE1
S12 S13 S21

T101 T202
F11 D105 D102B D106 D201 D202A F22
F12 S11 S11 S23 S22 F21
T102 T201

D101 D102A D201 D206 D202B D205

D303, MRTS Level PE2


301 detector
F11, F12, F21, F22 AF-interfaces
S11 to S13 and S21 to S23 Control lines
LD A, LD B LED's MRTS = Modem Request to Send
PE1, PE2 Test jack TCRST = Transmitter to Controller ReStart
Mode CTRS = Transmitter to Controller Request to Send
Signal converter LD A CTSD = Controller to Transmit Send Data
Watch- 5V
FS

dog- (modem) LD B TCRD = Transmitter to Controller Receive Data


Monitor
K-

Timer TCRR = Transmitter to Controller Receiver Ready


MDCD = Modem Data Carrier Detect
S11,S12
S13
Microcomputer V.24-/RS422-Interface
S21,S22
S23
TCRST

TCRR
CTRS

TCRD

TCRD

TCRR
CTSD

A/B
A/B

A/B
A/B

28

28
Figure 11-8: Modem ZUA29, block diagram

In addition, a continuous tone can be switched in the transmit direction in order to adjust the level of the
ZUA. The tone can either have a constant frequency or be an FSK signal for tuning the internal FSK
receiver. The activity of the transmit and receive data and the levels on the connected lines are indicated by
LEDs. The connected trunk circuits are accessible via ISEP test sockets on the front panel. The gain can be
set separately with jumpers for each transmission direction. The signals of F11 and F21 are supplied to the
modem.
The transmit signal of the modem is switched to the F12 and F22 outputs with the signal of the analog switch
(MRTS). The transmit level of the modem can be set jointly for both outputs by means of jumpers. The LD A
and LD B LEDs indicate the receive levels of F11 and F21, while the TxD and RxD LEDs indicate activity on
the transmit and receive data lines. The CTRS interface signal switches the transmit level of the modem via
MRTS. The MDCD input signal is switched to the TCRR interface line and indicates readiness to receive.

11.3.9 Star Distributor NFK 29-1


See Fig. 4-9.

The NFK can link up to six different lines, each of which can be set to either 2-wire or 4-wire operation. Two
NFKs with up to 12 lines can be connected in the REU. If NFKs are used in the top section, each line can be
switched to a standby top section as a simulated standby line. A common transformer of the NFK in the top
service section is used for the service line and the simulated standby line. Each line can be disconnected
separately by means of a control line.

The control inputs are electrically isolated from NFK ground. The control states of the lines are indicated by
means of LEDs on the front panel (LED lit = line disconnected). All the inputs/outputs of the line interface
have a balanced impedance of 600 W and are electrically isolated from one another. The transmit and
receive levels can be measured at the test sockets on the front panel.

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ZU-Interface Line amplifier 2...6 Line Interface

F1 IN Analog Trans- F1 AB
Amplifier Switch Amplifier
former

0 dB/+3 dB
(4-/2-wire)

UF1 Opto- Hook


coupler LED F1 (-3dB)
0 V/12 ... 72 V

F1 OUT Power Analog Trans- F1 IN


Amplifier former
source Switch
F1 IN/OUT

0 dB/+20 dB
Line amplifier 2...6 NE 12 NE 11
NOTE: Only 1 of 6 line distributors (F1...F6) is shown. Simulated Standby Line

Figure 11-9: Star distributor NFK 29, block diagram

11.3.10 Multiplexer RS232


The Multiplexer RS232 (MPX) board is used to connect ILS subsystems (e.g. LOC, GS) via dedicated lines
to the RCSE. Each Multiplexer RS232 board provides six of these dedicated lines. The board is used within
remote control equipment instead of the star distributor NFK29. On the ILS subsystem side an RS232 resp.
RS422 modem builds the dedicated line connection instead of a ZU modem.
The MPX board has to be plugged into the NFK1 or NFK2 slot of the remote control subrack. It is also
possible to use two of the MPX boards (plugged into NFK1 and NFK2 slots) to provide 12 of the dedicated
line connections to ILS subsystems.
The 6 outputs (channels) of the MPX board are configurable via jumpers. The possible output modes are
RS232, RS422 or TTL. The mode of the TXD and RXD (RS232 or TTL) input channels for the board is also
configurable. LEDs on the front side of the board indicate the state of the TXD and RXD input channels and
of the output channels 1 to 6.

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11.3.11 Power Supply

11.3.11.1 AC/DC-Converter

11.3.11.1.1 AC/DC-Converter Puls AP346


The AC/DC-Converter contains a two-stage long-range transformer (48/60 V) and an active MOSFET
synchronous rectifier. The supply voltage at the input may be 100 to 240 VAC, and the allowable output
power is 60 W. Over-voltage protection (OVP) and over-temperature protection (OTP) prevent problems
during operation under abnormal ambient conditions.

16
PF

T3.15A/250V
30
L F 4
(Vin)
I
Cycle
L Vout1
converter 5V
Control
U T 6
E PF Control OVP Reglulator
75 kHz
28 U R typical 8
N GND1
(GNDin)
10
32 Temperature
PE monitoring
OTP

In-phase 18
regulator Vout2
Temperature +12 V
monitoring
OTP

20
GND2,3

22
In-phase
regulator Vout3
-12 V

Figure 11-10: AC/DC-Converter (Puls AP346), block diagram

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11.3.11.1.2 AC/DC-Converter VERO TRIVOLT PK60


See fig. 4-11.
The AC/DC converter contains three regulators for generating the desired voltages. The converter can be
switched between AC input voltages of 115 and 230 V. Some protection mechanisms are provided, like
OverVoltage Protection (OVP) for the 5 V output voltage generation, or a powerfail signal generation if a
minimum output voltage of 4.8 V is reached.

+5V

+ Sensor

Reg.
OVP
Driver - Sensor

GND 5 V
L
Power Supply
Monitoring
Powerfail

N +12 V

PE Reg.

115/
230 V GND 12V

Reg.
Driver

-12 V

Main
Regulator

Figure 11-11: AC/DC-Converter (VERO TRIVOLT PK60), block diagram

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11.3.11.1.3 AC/DC-Converter MELCHER LM 1001-7R Option A


See fig. 4-12.
The AC/DC converter comprises an input voltage range from 85 to 264 VAC. It is used within a CTU or RSU
19 inch cabinet. The converter inputs are protected against surges and transients occuring at the source
lines. An input over- and undervoltage lock-out circuitry disables the outputs if the input voltage is outside the
specified range. All outputs are open- and short-circuit proof and are protected against overvoltages by
means of built-in suppressor diodes. The outputs can be inhibited by a logical signal applied to the connector
pin 2 (i). LED indicators display the status of the converter and allow visual monitoring of the system at any
time. Full input to output, input to case, output to case and output to output isolation is provided. The
modules are designed and built according to the international safety standard IEC/EN 60950 and have been
approved by the safety agencies LGY (Germany) and UL (USA). A temperature sensor generates an inhibit
signal which disables the outputs if the case temperature exceeds the limit. The outputs are automatically re-
enabled when the temperature drops below the limit. Using option A of the AC/DC converter module
includes test sockets provided at the front panel of the module for check of the output voltage. The output
voltage is sensed at the connector pins inside the module.

i
2

Main control circuit

20
Output 1 U01
Filter
Vi+ 23
Forward converter

29
approx. 70 kHz
Input Filter

14
Control Output 2
circuit Filter U02
17
Fuse

Vi-
8
32 Control Output 3
circuit Filter U03
11

26

Figure 11-12: AC/DC-Converter (MELCHER LM 1001-7R), block diagram

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11.3.11.2 DC/DC-Converter

11.3.11.2.1 DC/DC-Converter Puls APD346


See fig. 4-13.
The DC/DC-Converter contains a two-stage long-range transformer (48/60 V) and an active MOSFET
synchronous rectifier. The DC nominal input voltage may be in a range from 30 to 90 V, and the allowable
output power is 60 W. Over-voltage protection (OVP) prevent problems during operation under abnormal
ambient conditions.

28
+ Vin
F 4
Cycle
I converter
Vout1
L 5V
Control
U T 75 kHz 6
typical Control OVP Reglulator
E
T4A/250 V R 8
- Vin
30 GND1

32 10
PE Temperature
monitoring
OTP

In-phase 18
regulator Vout2
Temperature +12 V
monitoring
OTP

20
GND2,3

In-phase 22
regulator Vout3
-12 V

Figure 11-13: DC/DC-Converter (Puls APD346), block diagram

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11.3.11.2.2 DC/DC-Converter MELCHER BM 1001-7R Option D


See fig. 4-14.
The DC/DC converter comprises an input voltage range from 14 to 70 VDC. It is used within a CTU or RSU
19 inch cabinet. The converter inputs are protected against surges and transients occuring at the source
lines. An input over- and undervoltage lock-out circuitry disables the outputs if the input voltage is outside the
specified range. All outputs are open- and short-circuit proof and are protected against overvoltages by
means of built-in suppressor diodes. The outputs can be inhibited by a logical signal applied to the connector
pin 2 (i). LED indicators display the status of the converter and allow visual monitoring of the system at any
time. Full input to output, input to case, output to case and output to output isolation is provided. The
modules are designed and built according to the international safety standard IEC/EN 60950 and have been
approved by the safety agencies LGY (Germany) and UL (USA). A temperature sensor generates an inhibit
signal which disables the outputs if the case temperature exceeds the limit. The outputs are automatically re-
enabled when the temperature drops below the limit. Using option D (which includes also option V) of the
DC/DC converter module includes an input and/or output undervoltage monitoring circuitry. A safe data
signal output (D0 to D9) is generated at pin 5 (D/V) as soon as one of the monitored voltages drops below a
preselected threshold level (option D). Additionally an ACFAIL signal (V signal) is generated (option V) which
conforms to the VME standard.

i
2
D/V
Main control circuit 5

20
Output 1 U01
Filter
Vi+ 23
29
Forward converter
approx. 70 kHz
Input Filter

14
Control Output 2 U02
circuit Filter
17
Fuse

Vi-
8
32 Control Output 3
circuit U03
Filter
11

26

Figure 11-14: DC/DC-Converter (MELCHER BM 1001-7R), block diagram

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11.4 CTU/RWY SELECT


See Fig. 4-15.
The CTU is the Tower status display and obtains its data via a RS422 interface from the REU via connector
2a1/CTU. It consists of the submodules Processor unit PU-51, LED/display Driver, Status LED and Select
keys. The generic software (firmware) of the PU-51 of the CTU controls the display and key activations. The
CTU can display the main status of 8 subsystems. The CTU can be mounted for standard application in a 19
inch cabinet with separate power supply (+5 VDC). Two or more CTU panels can be cascaded.
A RWY Select panel with indicator can be mounted next to the CTU in the 19 inch subrack instead of the
blank panel. The RWY Select panel is controlled by the CTU panel.

Status LED LCD display*

Select keys

LED display driver

Audible Device
Processor unit PU-51 RWY Select**
Switch control* RWY1/2 select**

SERIAL DATA to/from REU


*RPU/RSU only
**CTU only

Figure 11-15: RSU and CTU/RWY, block diagram

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11.5 RCSE 443 SOFTWARE

11.5.1 General
The central feature of the RCSE/REU is an industrial PC system which uses MS-DOS (Version 3.3 or
higher). All the data required to run the remote control system correctly (the operating parameters) is saved
in a file on the ’RAM side’ of the flash disk on the processor board P4N 486. The actual RC program and the
operating system (MS-DOS) are stored on the ’EPROM side’ of the flash disk on the processor board P4N
486 as normal MS-DOS files.

11.5.1.1 Data Protection


The flash disk on the processor board P4N 486 is managed by MS-DOS. MS-DOS is loaded when the
system is started up. The RC program is loaded in the program memory with the DOS automatic execution
batch file function (AUTOEXEC.BAT). The configuration file (CONFIG.SYS) is loaded next. The
configuration file can only be modified by authorized persons.
Two cyclic redundancy check bytes, which ensure the necessary data transmission reliability, are appended
to all telegrams sent during communication via the synchronous and asynchronous interfaces. The only
exception (for historical reasons) is communication via the ZU1 with the various SYSTEM 4000 navaids
stations, which have in the past been remote-controlled with the RCMS 4000. A parity byte is used to protect
this data.

11.5.1.2 Maintenance Mode and Password


The REU system incorporates a maintenance mode, in which the REU itself and all the stations can be
operated and programmed. The maintenance mode is controlled via the following interfaces:
- Maintenance Data Terminal (PC)
- Remote Maintenance Center (RMC)
- Ethernet LAN (planned)
In order to protect the REU system against outside, unauthorized access at these open interfaces, the REU
demands that a code be entered (variable password with 6 characters). A login command and the
<password> are transferred to the REU whenever the WIN ADRACS control program is started; a logout
command is transferred when it is exited.
The login procedure does not allow more than 3 input attempts. The first three unsuccessful attempts are
acknowledged with the following error code: PASSWORD AUTHORITY FAILURE. If a further unsuccessful
attempt is made, all inputs are initially disabled for the next 3 minutes, i.e. no more error codes are output by
the REU in response to telegrams during this period, even if the password is entered correctly. The error
code LOGIN REU CLOSED is generated after any input. The input lock is extended by another minute each
time a new attempt is made; it is increased to 60 minutes after the 10th attempt. When this period has
elapsed, the error code THERE WERE WRONG LOGINS is generated the next time a correct login attempt
is made, to inform the user that there has been an unauthorized access attempt. If there is no
communication after a correct login, this interface is locked by the REU after 2 minutes, i.e. a new login
command must be entered.
Maintenance communication can only be set for one user at a time (PC, Ethernet LAN or maintenance
center), i.e. all other users have no access to maintenance mode (read-out data possible) until the end of the
current session. The other users receive an OTHER USER IS MASTER error message in this mode.

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11.5.2 Communication via Switched Lines (PSTN)


Providing a modem is installed in the REU, it can be used to exchange data with any other RMC (remote
maintenance center) or PC. The protocol corresponds to the PC telegram types. The RMC has either a
master function or a slave function.
Master function: If the requirement for this function is specified in the configuration file, a connection to the
remote maintenance center is set up according to V.25bis conventions each time a stable status change
occurs in the complete system (stable for at least 5 minutes), in order to report the new status. If the
connection cannot be set up successfully (busy, etc.), up to six further attempts are made alternately using
switched circuits 1 and 2 (if the latter exists). A statistical delay of at least 1 minute and no more than 6
minutes is inserted between the dial attempts (random-function generator). The statistical delay is necessary
due to the fact that several REUs may want to send a status message to the remote maintenance center at
the same time. It prevents them from blocking each other. The connection is cleared down again after the
telegrams have been transmitted successfully.
Slave function: Either the status or maintenance data is transmitted when the remote maintenance center is
called, depending on the situation and on a correct login command being entered. The hardware of the REU
supplies a modem (dial modem 28.8/64K) via a USART (on SIB). The information then passes via the
telephone network (PSTN) to the remote maintenance center.
NOTE: Telegrams are exchanged in this way externally only with subscribers who can be dialed by the
REU (RCSE/LCSU). It is not planned to allow telegrams to be exchanged following an external call.

11.5.3 Data Com Error


The data com error of a station is set if an attempt to exchange telegrams between the REU and the desired
station fails x times in a row. The number »x» can be set in the configuration file for each station. The data
com error is reset after each successful telegram exchange and the data com error counter is set to 0.

11.5.4 PC Control / PC Maintenance


If telegrams are sent to a station with a PC via the REU, and if these telegrams contain a set PC control bit,
PC control and PC maintenance are set for this station. PC control (not PC maintenance) is also set for all
the stations which either belong to this system (runway) or which are collocated with it. PC control is reset 10
s after the last telegram with the PC control bit. The delay for PC maintenance is 7 s. This ensures that the
INC does not start to buzz as soon as the MAINTENANCE lamp goes out.

11.5.5 Switch Control


If telegrams are sent to a station with a PC via the REU, and if these telegrams contain a set switch control
bit, switch control is set for this station. This telegram also contains the states of the two switch control
switches (on the INC board). Switch control is set additionally for all the stations which either belong to this
system (runway) or which are collocated with it. Switch control is reset 10 seconds after the last telegram
with the switch control bit. If a PC is switched to a control panel with switch control, an RPU IS MASTER
message is output on the PC.

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11.5.6 Runway Information

11.5.6.1 Runway Status


The runway status only refers to the stations which belong to this runway. If no stations belong to the
runway, all the states will be »OFF». The meaning of the Runway status is shown as a logical AND-
combination.
OPERATIONAL (not ALARM (DME, FFM, MARKER)) and (not Local-Control (GS, LOC)) and NORMAL
(GS, LOC)
DEGRADED (not OPERATIONAL) and (not ALARM (GS, LOC)
SHUTDOWN (not OPERATIONAL) and (not DEGRADED)
ENABLE DATA-COM (DME, GS, LOC) and (not Local-Control (GS, LOC)) and (not PC-Control
(DME, GS, LOC)) and (not (Shut-Down-TX1 and Shut-Down-TX2 (DME)) and (not
Switch-Control (DME, GS, LOC))

11.5.6.2 Runway Select


The runway is normally selected via the CTUs. The CTUs send the status of the runway select switch (key
switch) to the REU every 2 s. This telegram also contains the states of the two runway select enable
switches (on the CTU board). The REU only evaluates the runway select switches whose runway select
enable switches are set to »ON». The status of the runway select switch is saved in the runway select bit. If
a valid runway select telegram is not received for a runway for more than 10 s, the REU assumes that the
corresponding CTU is no longer functioning correctly and allows the PC to manipulate the runway select bit
for this runway. This only applies until another valid telegram is received from the CTU. Otherwise, the PC is
not allowed to alter the runway select bit.
If there are several cascaded CTUs, the previous CTU in the chain which is set to enable for one runway,
checks whether or not the next CTUs have the same setting for the same runway. If not - e.g. if CTU 1 is set
to enable and CTU 2 to disable - the next CTU is ignored. If the opposite is true - i.e. if CTU 1 is set to
disable and CTU 2 to enable - there are no restrictions. A runway can only be shut down by the master CTU
which is set to enable for it. The other CTUs in the chain are set to disable.

11.5.6.3 Automatic Disable (Forced Shutdown)


The GS, LOC and marker stations can be disabled automatically. Two stations (master stations), whose
alarms are to cause the stations to be shut down, can be defined for each of the above types. They are
defined with the runway select bit, which is rounded with the automatic disable bit.
There are two configurable times for each master station to which the automatic disable function is to apply.
The first time determines the delay after an alarm before the station is shut down (»ON» time). The second
time defines the delay which elapses before the station is switched on again after the alarm (»OFF» time).
The following rules must be observed when defining the automatic disable states:
- The automatic disable function is activated for a station (or remains active) if one of the master stations
has an alarm for longer than the »ON» time.
- The automatic disable function is deactivated if all the master stations have no more alarms for longer
than the »OFF» time.
In all other situations, the automatic disable state remains the same. When the REU is started up, an alarm
at a master station does not activate the automatic disable function. This is not possible until either 60
seconds have passed since the master station alarm was tripped or after the alarm has been canceled
again. In the case of the markers, the automatic disable state is frozen when PC or switch control is set and
not updated again until the markers no longer have PC or switch control.

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12. CHAPTER 5
MAINTENANCE

12.1 ORDINARY MAINTENANCE


There are no activities for ordinary maintenance.

12.2 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE


Preventive Maintenance is scheduled in daily, weekly, monthly or yearly measures which are necessary or
recommended. The following table contains these recommendations.

After initial setup Basic settings:


The basic settings for initial setup of each station are stored electronically in
files (*.MXN files). Load these ’Activities Masks’ for first alignment procedures
for AN 400 and SYSTEM 4000 stations (LOC, GS, FFM, VOR, DVOR), see
Technical Manual WIN ADRACS, code no. 83140 55323, chapter 3. For FACE
DME/TACAN refer to the appropriate FACE manual.

Dial numbers:
It is useful to generate a dial number directory. This is done with ’Edit
phonenumber File’ of the REU-OPERATIONS menu FILE TRANSFER. The
directory is created automatically in the file »site name\*.PTT» in the PC.

Daily No recommended activities.

Weekly HISTORY file


The HISTORY file of a station should be stored in the PC. It is recommended
to do this weekly at first. Afterwards it may be done monthly or if a change in
history has taken place.

Back-Up
A regular back-up of collected data on a separate floppy disk or at least a
regular printout should be performed to prevent data loss of maintenance
data, collected over a longer period. It is recommended to do this weekly at
first. Afterwards it may be done monthly or if a change has taken place.

Monthly DATE/TIME:
It is recommended to check the correctness of the REU Date and Time. An
incorrect time or date will result in differences in summer time and winter time
setting or in other differences. If the time and date are incorrect, adjust with
DATE&TIME REU in the REU-OPERATIONS menu.

Yearly No recommended activities.

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