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1-2
1-3 - 1-5
1-6
1-7
1-8

Table of Contents (Section II)

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Section II - Installation

2-1
2-2
2-3 - 2-5
2-7
2-9
2-11 - 2-14
2-15
2-16 - 2-25

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Section III - Checkout

3-1 - 3-2
3-3
3-4
3-6 - 3-8

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Appendix A - RTCA/DO 160-C Environmental Qualification Forms

A-1 - A-4

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Appendix B - Serial Interface Specification

B-1 - B-18

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Appendix C - Supplemental Flight Certificate and Flight Manual


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C-1, C-2

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION I - General Information
1.1

INTRODUCTION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-1

1.2

DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT ------------------------------------------------------------- 1-2


1.2.1
1.2.2

1.3

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ----------------------------------------------------------- 1-4


1.3.1
1.3.2
1.3.3
1.3.4

1.4

Receiver/Display Units (P/N 81438-XX) ------------------------------------------------------ 1-4


GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-20) ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5
GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-11) (alternate) ---------------------------------------------------- 1-5
GPS Antenna (P/N 81194) (alternate) -------------------------------------------------------- 1-6

PARTS AND EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED ------------------------------------------------------ 1-7


1.4.1
1.4.2

1.5

Receiver/Display Unit ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-2


GPS Antenna ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-3

Trimble 2000 Approach GPS Receiver ------------------------------------------------------- 1-7


Installation Kit --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-7

ACCESSORIES NOT SUPPLIED ------------------------------------------------------------- 1-8


1.5.1
1.5.2

Installation -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-8


GPS Cable Requirements ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-8

SECTION II - Installation
2.1

GENERAL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1

2.2

UNPACKING AND INSPECTING EQUIPMENT ------------------------------------------- 2-1


2.2.1
2.2.2

2.3

Physical Inspection -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1


Electrical Inspection ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1

EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1


2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.3
2.3.4
2.3.5

Cooling Considerations --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1


Harness and Cable Fabrication ---------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1
GPS Antenna Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2-2
Receiver/Display Unit Installation -------------------------------------------------------------- 2-3
Outside Air Temperature Probe (OAT) "K" Factor ----------------------------------------- 2-4

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SECTION III - Checkout


3.1

GENERAL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-1

3.2

SYSTEM CHECKOUT --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-1


3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4

3.3

Preliminary test ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-1


Serial Port Configuration ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-1
GPS Receiver Tests ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-2
Analog Interface Check --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-4

FINAL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3-5


3.3.1
3.3.2

Configuration Record Sheet --------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-5


Flight Manual Supplement ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-5

ILLUSTRATIONS
2-1
2-2
2-3
2-4
2-5
2-6
2-7
2-8
2-9

Trimble 2000 Approach Pin-out ---------------------------------------------------------------- 2-4


GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-20) Installation Drawing --------------------------------------- 2-5
ARINC 743 GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-11) Installation Drawing (alternate) --------- 2-7
ARINC 743 Hi Speed GPS Antenna (P/N 81194) Installation Drawing (alternate) 2-9
Trimble 2000 Approach Installation Drawing ---------------------------------------------- 2-11
Mounting Tray Assembly Drawing ----------------------------------------------------------- 2-13
Typical System Interconnection -------------------------------------------------------------- 2-15
CDI/HSI Interconnection ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2-17
Serial Port Interconnection --------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-19

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APPENDIX A - RTCA/DO-160C Environmental Qualification Forms


A.1

RECEIVER/DISPLAY UNIT -------------------------------------------------------------------- A-1

A.2

GPS ANTENNA ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A-2

APPENDIX B - Serial Interface Specification


B.1

INTRODUCTION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- B-1

B.2

BASIC COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL DESCRIPTIONS ----------------------------- B-1


B.2.1
B.2.2
B.2.3

RS-422 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- B-1


RS-232 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- B-1
RS-423 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- B-1

B.3

CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS --------------------------------------------------------- B-2

B.4

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION OF SERIAL PORTS ----------------------------------- B-3

B.5

RECEIVE PORTS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- B-3


B.5.1
B.5.2
B.5.3
B.5.4

B.6

Configuration --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Encoder Data Format ---------------------------------------------------------------------------RMI Data Format ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Air Data Computer Format ----------------------------------------------------------------------

B-3
B-3
B-4
B-5

TRANSMIT PORTS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ B-7


B.6.1
B.6.2
B.6.3
B.6.4
B.6.5

Configuration --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- B-7


R0 and R1 Data Formats ------------------------------------------------------------------------ B-7
K0 and K1 Data Formats ----------------------------------------------------------------------- B-10
X0 and X1 Formats ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ B-13
Data Output Format Example ----------------------------------------------------------------- B-17

APPENDIX C - STCs and Flight Manual Supplements

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January 6, 1995

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION I - General Information
1.1

INTRODUCTION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-1

1.2

DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT ------------------------------------------------------------- 1-2


1.2.1
1.2.2

1.3

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ----------------------------------------------------------- 1-4


1.3.1
1.3.2
1.3.3
1.3.4

1.4

Trimble 2000 Approach GPS Receiver ------------------------------------------------------- 1-7


Installation Kit --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-7

ACCESSORIES NOT SUPPLIED ------------------------------------------------------------- 1-8


1.5.1
1.5.2

Revision A
January 6, 1995

Receiver/Display Units (P/N 81438-XX) ------------------------------------------------------ 1-4


GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-20) ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1-5
GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-11) (alternate) ---------------------------------------------------- 1-5
GPS Antenna (P/N 81194) (alternate) -------------------------------------------------------- 1-6

PARTS AND EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED ------------------------------------------------------ 1-7


1.4.1
1.4.2

1.5

Receiver/Display Unit ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-2


GPS Antenna ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-3

Installation -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-8


GPS Cable Requirements ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-8

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SECTION I - General Information


1.1

INTRODUCTION

This manual provides information about the electrical, mechanical, and physical characteristics of the Trimble 2000 Approach
GPS Receiver (P/N 81438-XX) (see Table 1-1 for appropriate dash number). The first section serves as an introduction. It
describes the technical specifications of the panel-mounted Receiver/Display unit, and the externally mounted GPS antenna.
The following sections describe the installation and checkout procedures. Proper techniques must be followed to ensure
correct operation.

Unit Part No.

81438-00

81438-01

81438-10

81438-11

Description

Ship Kit Part No. Install Kit Part No.

Receiver with black bezel & standard GPS


antenna P/N 16248-20

81463-00

81446-00

Receiver with black bezel & optional ARINC GPS


antenna P/N 16248-11

81463-01

81446-01

Receiver with black bezel & optional ARINC 743 Hi


Speed GPS antenna P/N 81194

81463-02

81446-02

Receiver with gray bezel & standard GPS antenna


P/N 16248-20

81463-03

81446-00

Receiver with gray bezel & optional ARINC GPS


antenna P/N 16248-11

81463-04

81446-01

Receiver with gray bezel & optional ARINC 743 Hi


Speed GPS antenna P/N 81194

81463-05

81446-02

Receiver with NVG black bezel & standard GPS


antenna P/N 16248-20

81463-06

81446-00

Receiver with NVG black bezel & optional ARINC


GPS antenna P/N 16248-11

81463-07

81446-01

Receiver with NVG black bezel & optional ARINC


743 Hi Speed GPS antenna P/N 81194

81463-08

81446-02

Receiver with NVG gray bezel & standard GPS


antenna P/N 16248-20

81463-09

81446-00

Receiver with NVG gray bezel & optional ARINC


GPS antenna P/N 16248-11

81463-10

81446-01

Receiver with NVG gray bezel & optional ARINC


743 Hi Speed GPS antenna P/N 81194

81463-11

81446-02

Table 1-1 Unit & Antenna Matrix

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1.2

DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT

The Trimble 2000 Approach Receiver provides long-range GPS navigation via a panel-mounted unit. Each system comprises
receivers and antennas to perform specified functions. The Jeppesen database cards provide up-to-date information about
airports and other navigation aids around the world. The Trimble 2000 Approach GPS System contains one panel-mounted
Receiver/Display Unit (RDU) containing a GPS Receiver (9-channel), one GPS Antenna/Preamp, and applicable installation
hardware all contained within P/N 81446-XX (see Table 1-1 for appropriate dash number). The Jeppesen database cards
are available separately within P/N 81461-00 for North American information, P/N 81461-01 for International information, or
P/N 81461-02 for Worldwide information. The first card is supplied by Trimble.

1.2.1

Receiver/Display Unit

The Receiver/Display Unit (RDU) is the main component of the Trimble 2000 Approach navigation systems. The
RDU consists of the GPS Receiver, the User Interface, and the System Interface.

1.2.1.1 GPS Receiver


The GPS Receiver interprets the satellite transmissions to determine the current position. This information is
communicated to the pilot via the User Interface and to the connected equipment via the System Interface.

1.2.1.2 User Interface


The User Interface is accomplished by an LED Display, seven annunciator lights, nine illuminated push-button
keys, two concentric selector knobs, a power switch, and a NavData card slot.
A.

LED Display
The Light Emitting Diode (LED) Display is a two-line, high intensity display with 20 characters per line.
System information is shown on the display.

B.

Annunciator Lights
The internal annunciator lights alert the pilot of warning and advisory messages. The annunciator lights
are the Message (MSG), Hold (HLD), Parallel Track (PTK), Approach (APR), Waypoint Alert (WPT),
Global Positioning System (GPS) and Random Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (RAIM).

C.

Push-Button Keys
Nine illuminated push-button keys are used for mode selection and data entry. The keys are described
as follows:
Access Navigation Mode. Displays enroute navigation information.

Access Waypoint Mode. Allows pilot to view or select airports, SIDs, STARs, Approaches,
VORs, NDBs, Intersections, and User-defined locations as waypoints in a flight plan or
as a destination. Also allows pilot to create, edit, or delete User-defined waypoints.
Access Flight Plan Mode. Allows pilot to create, use, edit, reverse, and delete flight plans.

Access Calculator Mode.


calculations.

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Access Auxiliary Mode. Provides information about system status, sensor status,
system setup and installation procedures. Also contains a programmable checklist
function.
Shows twenty nearest airports, VORs, NDBs, and Intersections.

Allows pilot to fly directTo the indicated location or activate the indicated flight plan.

Enters information into memory and used to begin and end data entry.

Allows the pilot to view system messages.

D.

Selector Knobs
Two concentric selector knobs are used to select displays within modes and for data entry.

E.

Power Switch
A push-pull power switch turns the RDU on and off.

F.

NavData Card Slot


The NavData card slot accepts the Jeppesen NavData card which provides the pilot information on
Airports, SIDs, STARs, Approaches, VORs, NDBs, and Intersections. Either a North American or
International database may be used. The slot also accepts the Trimble NavPak Memory Card used
by the Trimble NavPak flight planning system.

1.2.1.3 System Interface


The Trimble 2000 Approach communicates with connected equipment by the CDI outputs, Annunciators, and
the Serial Inputs/Outputs.
A.

CDI Outputs
The RDU provides standard Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) output signals suitable for use by most
CDIs.

B.

Annunciator Outputs
The external annunciator lights alert the pilot of warning and advisory messages. The annunciator
lights are Message (MSG), Hold (HLD), Waypoint Alert (WPT) and Approach (APR).

C.

Serial Inputs/Outputs
The RDU provides two serial input ports and two serial output ports for general use. Data formats may
be selected by the pilot.

1.2.2

GPS Antenna

The GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-20) receives and amplifies GPS Signals. The GPS Antenna unit is an omnidirectional
flat microstrip antenna with an integral preamplifier and is rated to 600 knots IAS. Two alternate antennas (P/Ns
16248-11 & 81194) can be used with the Trimble 2000 Approach.

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1.3

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
1.3.1

Receiver/Display Units (P/N 81438-XX)

ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE

See Appendix A

TSO COMPLIANCE

C129 (A1)

BZT COMPLIANCE

Pending

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
Height
Width
Depth

2.0 in (5.08 cm)


6.25 in (15.87 cm)
9.70 in (24.64 cm)

WEIGHT

3.0 lbs (1.36 kg)

TEMPERATURE
Navigation Unit
Database Card

-20 to +55 C
0 to +55 C

ALTITUDE

-1000 ft to +50,000 ft (cabin pressure)*

MAXIMUM TRACK VELOCITY

800 knots*

MOUNTING

Panel mounted with Trimble supplied rack

POWER REQUIREMENTS

1.0 A @ 14 Vdc (all units)


0.5 A @ 28 Vdc (all units)

SIGNAL INPUTS
Serial Data Input Port 1
Serial Data Input Port 2

EIA RS-422, RS-423, RS-232 compatible


EIA RS-232, RS-423, TTL compatible

SIGNAL OUTPUTS
CDI
NAV Flag out of view
NAV Flag in view
NAV Superflag Valid (28 Vdc installations)
NAV Superflag Valid (14 Vdc installations)
NAV Superflag Invalid (Both)
TO/FROM Flag (To indication)
TO/FROM Flag (From indication)
External Annunciators

Annunciator Limits
Serial Data Output Port 1
Serial Data Output Port 2
*

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150 mV full scale +Right


350 to 900 mV, up to 5, 1 k parallel loads
< 3.5 mV
> 18 V
> 10 V
< 3.5 V
+40 to +160 mV
-40 to -160 mV, up to 5, 200 parallel loads
Message (MSG)
Waypoint Alert (WPT)
Hold (HLD)
Approach (APR)
Maximum Voltage: 30 Vdc
Maximum Sink Current: 200 mA
EIA RS-422
EIA RS-423, RS-232 compatible

Complies with USA export requirements

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1.3.1.1 GPS Receiver


TYPE

L1 Frequency (1575 MHz), C/A Code,


Nine Channel

ACQUISITION TIME

1.5 to 3.5 minutes

POSITION UPDATE RATE

4 per second

DYNAMICS

800 knots, 6g (tracking)

ACCURACY
Position
Velocity
Altitude
Time

15 meters RMS**
0.1 knots steady state**
35 meters RMS** (MSL)
UTC to the nearest microsecond
** Selective Availability not implemented

1.3.2

GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-20)

TSO COMPLIANCE

C129 *

ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE

See Appendix A

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
Height
Width
Length

0.80 in (2.0 cm)


3.75 in (9.53 cm)
4.00 in (10.16 cm)

WEIGHT

0.44 lb (0.2 kg)

TEMPERATURE

-55C to +70C

ALTITUDE RANGE

-1000 ft to +55,000 ft

MOUNTING

External

POWER REQUIREMENTS

+5 Vdc @ 80 mA from NPU

SPEED RATING

600 knots IAS

CONNECTOR

SMA

* Installations utilizing this antenna are limited to aircraft not equipped with Satellite Communications equipment.

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1.3.3

GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-11) (alternate)

TSO COMPLIANCE

C129 *

ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE

See Appendix A

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
Height
Width
Length

0.80 in (2.0 cm)


3.75 in (9.53 cm)
4.00 in (10.16 cm)

WEIGHT

0.5 lb (0.23 kg)

TEMPERATURE

-55C to +70C

ALTITUDE RANGE

-1000 ft to +55,000 ft

MOUNTING

External

POWER REQUIREMENTS

+5 Vdc @ 80 mA from NPU

SPEED RATING

600 knots IAS

CONNECTOR

TNC

* Installations utilizing this antenna are limited to aircraft not equipped with Satellite Communications equipment.

1.3.4

GPS Antenna (P/N 81194) (alternate)

TSO COMPLIANCE

C115a, C129 *

ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE

See Appendix A

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
Height
Width
Length

0.60 in (1.52 cm)


3.00 in (7.62 cm)
4.70 in (11.94 cm)

WEIGHT

0.375 lb (0.17 kg)

TEMPERATURE

-55C to +85C

ALTITUDE RANGE

-100 ft to +55,000 ft

MOUNTING

External

POWER REQUIREMENTS

+5 Vdc @ 40 mA max from NPU

SPEED RATING

1300 knots IAS

CONNECTOR

TNC

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T
1.4

Trimble 2000 Approach GPS Receiver

PARTS AND EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED


1.4.1

Trimble 2000 Approach GPS Receiver

The Trimble 2000 Approach GPS Receiver is included in the Trimble 2000 Approach Shipping Kit P/N 81463-XX (see
Table 1-1 for appropriate dash number) with the hardware required for proper installation. Listed below are the
contents of the Trimble 2000 Approach GPS Shipping Kit.
TPN

QTY

81438-XX
81446-XX

1.4.2

1
1

DESCRIPTION
GPS Receiver/Display Unit
Trimble 2000 Approach Installation Kit

Installation Kit

The Installation Kit, supplied in the shipping kit within P/N 81446-XX (see Table 1-1 for appropriate dash number),
contains the decals, labels, NavData subscription form, manuals, appropriate connectors, and installation hardware.
Where available, the vendor and vendor part number are included. This is provided as a convenience to the
installation agency and Trimble reserves the right to substitute equivalent parts without prior notice. The contents
are listed below:
P/N

DESCRIPTION

16248-20 *
16248-11 *
81194
80116
14719-00
14420-00
16581
16940
81449
81450
16165
81460
10257
10560
11055
80832
14423
14424
14426
16167
16168
16169
16707
80399
16737

GPS Antenna/Preamp
GPS Antenna, ARINC
GPS Antenna, ARINC 743 Hi Speed
Antenna Mounting Gasket
Antenna Cable, SMA
Mounting Tray
Cockpit Label Set
NavData Information and Subscription
Trimble 2000 Approach Pilot Guide
Trimble 2000 Approach Installation Manual
24-pin Connector
Connector, Adapter, TNC Plug-SMA Jack
Screw 4-40 x 1/4 PL PH
Nylon Duro Strip, 5 in
Screw 4-40 x 1/2 PL FH
Tie Wrap Tefzel 4"
Rear Panel Cage
Rear Panel Guard
Airway Tube Tray
Screw m2.5 x 10mm ss
Retaining Ring
Tie Wrap Cable
GPS Antenna Template
GPS Antenna Template
Foam Rubber Tube

QTY 8144600
01
02
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
1
1
1

VENDOR & P/N

Amp 90 50/57-20240
-

* Installations utilizing this antenna are limited to aircraft not equipped with Satellite Communications equipment.

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1.5

ACCESSORIES NOT SUPPLIED


1.5.1

Installation

Circuit Breaker (required)

3 A for 14 V installations (P & B W58-XC4C12A-3)


2 A for 28 V installations (P & B W58-XC4C12A-2)

Analog CDI or HSI

Dedicated or switched through relay

External Annunciators (4)

Message (MSG) * -- Amber


Waypoint Alert (WPT) * -- Green or Amber
HLD (HLD) * -- Green or White
Approach (APR) * -- Green or White
* Required Annunciator

1.5.2

GPS Cable Requirements

The GPS Cable (RG-316) provided in the shipping kit is 20 feet long. An alternate, prefabricated 50 foot cable is
available from Trimble (P/N 14719-01 which includes adapter P/N 14719-04).

1.5.2.1 GPS Cable Lengths Greater Than 50 Feet


For GPS antenna cable lengths longer than 50 feet, the GPS antenna cable is to be supplied and fabricated by
the installation agency to meet the following requirements:
Insertion Loss
DC Resistance

< 10 dB @ 1.575 GHz


<1

A "GPS Antenna Fail" message is displayed if resistance limitation is exceeded.


RG-393 is an acceptable cable for installations greater than 50 feet in length. When RG-393 cable is used, an
(SMA-to-SMB) adapter cable Trimble P/N 14719-04 is required to connect to the RDU. It is also necessary to
order a (TNC-to-SMA) adapter Trimble P/N 81478 to connect to the Trimble adapter cable. It is recommended
to order the antenna Trimble P/N 16248-11 when using the RG-393 cable. An equivalent cable may be used,
but must meet the criteria listed above. An alternative to RG-393 is available from PIC Wire & Cable. The cable
is PIC P/N 33141 and the matching TNC connectors are PIC P/N 190308 and PIC P/N 190309 for both the
straight and right angle type. The PIC Wire & Cable address is:
PIC Wire & Cable
N63 W22619 Main Street
P.O. Box 330
Sussex, WI 53089
(800) 742-3191
Fax: (414) 246-0450
The following parts (for use with RG-393 cable) are available from Trimble:
TPN

DESCRIPTION

QTY

VENDOR

P/N

1 or 2

Amp

1-225550-3

Amp

1-225554-1

One or two of the following:


26479-0495
or
26479-0494

TNC straight
Connector, RF, TNC, 90

Use Crimp Tool AMP P/N 220015-01 or AMP P/N M22520/5-01 with Die Set AMP P/N M22520/5-05.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION II - Installation
2.1

GENERAL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1

2.2

UNPACKING AND INSPECTING EQUIPMENT ------------------------------------------- 2-1


2.2.1
2.2.2

2.3

Physical Inspection -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1


Electrical Inspection ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1

EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1


2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.3
2.3.4
2.3.5

Cooling Considerations --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1


Harness and Cable Fabrication ---------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1
GPS Antenna Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2-2
Receiver/Display Unit Installation -------------------------------------------------------------- 2-3
Outside Air Temperature Probe (OAT) "K" Factor ----------------------------------------- 2-4

ILLUSTRATIONS
2-1
2-2
2-3
2-4
2-5
2-6
2-7
2-8
2-9

Revision A
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Trimble 2000 Approach Pin-out ---------------------------------------------------------------- 2-4


GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-20) Installation Drawing --------------------------------------- 2-5
ARINC GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-11) Installation Drawing (alternate) --------------- 2-7
ARINC 743 Hi Speed GPS Antenna (P/N 81194) Installation Drawing (alternate) 2-9
Trimble 2000 Approach Installation Drawing ---------------------------------------------- 2-11
Mounting Tray Assembly Drawing ----------------------------------------------------------- 2-13
Typical System Interconnection -------------------------------------------------------------- 2-15
CDI/HSI Interconnection ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2-17
Serial Port Interconnection --------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-19

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SECTION II - Installation
2.1

GENERAL

This section provides general information for installing the Trimble 2000 Approach GPS Receiver. The cables will be
fabricated by the installation agency to fit these various requirements. This section contains interconnect diagrams, mounting
dimensions, and information pertaining to installation.

2.2

UNPACKING AND INSPECTING EQUIPMENT


2.2.1

Physical Inspection

Unpack the equipment carefully and inspect each item for evidence of damage incurred during shipment. If a damage
claim must be filed, save the shipping container and all packing materials to substantiate your claim. The claim
should be properly filed with the transportation company. The shipping container should be saved in the event that
storage or reshipment of the equipment should become necessary.

2.2.2

Electrical Inspection

Each new Trimble 2000 Approach is tested and adjusted during final inspection at Trimble before shipment.
Normally, unless damage is evident, it is not necessary to do a pre-installation electrical inspection.

2.3

EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
2.3.1

Cooling Considerations

The greatest single contributor to increased reliability of avionics is to limit the maximum operating temperature of
the individual units, whether panel or remote mounted. While circuit designs today consume far less electrical
energy, the watts per cubic inch dissipated within avionics units still remains much the same due to high density
packaging techniques. Consequently, the importance of providing avionics cooling is essential to the life span of
the unit.
While each individual unit may or may not require forced air cooling, the combined heat load of several units operating
in a typical avionics location will significantly degrade the reliability of avionics if provisions for cooling are not
incorporated in the initial installation. Failure to provide cooling will certainly lead to increased avionics maintenance
costs and may void the Trimble Navigation Warranty.

2.3.2

Harness and Cable Fabrication

The installation agency must supply and fabricate all external cables. The length and routing of external cables must
be carefully studied and planned before proceeding with the installation of the equipment. Avoid sharp bends or
routing the cable too close to aircraft control cables and power sources. When necessary to cross power cables,
use shielded cable and cross at right angles. Take special precaution when transitioning pressure envelopes. Use
cable to connector sealant. Figure 2-1 is the pin-out diagram and Figure 2-7 is a typical system interconnection.

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2.3.3

GPS Antenna Installation

The GPS antenna installation kit is included in all of the shipping kits. The GPS Antenna installation kit contains the
GPS Antenna, the GPS antenna cable, and the required connectors. Proper antenna installation is critical to both
the performance of the system and the aircraft's structural integrity.

2.3.3.1 Location
In order to receive transmissions from GPS satellites, the GPS antenna must be in line-of-sight with the satellite.
Therefore, the most important factor in GPS antenna installation is determining which location on the fuselage
affords the least amount of airframe blockage. Always mount the antenna on the top of the fuselage, never on
the underside. Also, mount the antenna so that the mounting holes are perpendicular to the line of flight. Select
a mounting location at least three (3) feet away from any transmitting antenna.
On fixed wing aircraft, the best mounting location is usually above the cabin, near the front, and as close to the
center line as possible.

2.3.3.2 Location Considerations on Rotorcraft


As in fixed wing aircraft, the primary factor in rotorcraft GPS antenna site selection is to minimize airframe
blockage. Two other guidelines to be considered in placing the antenna on rotorcraft are listed in order of
importance below:
A.

Install as far from the main rotor hub as possible. At a given RPM, the linear velocity of the blade
increases as the distance from the rotor hub increases. Since the blade blocks the line-of-sight GPS
satellite signal, the effect will be reduced further away from the rotor hub.

B.

If under the blade, get as far below the blade as possible to minimize signal distortions from the blade
edges, which decrease as the distance from the blade increases.

2.3.3.3 Wiring
A GPS cable assembly (P/N 14719-00) is supplied as part of the system. The supplied cable is 20 feet long.
An alternate 50 foot long prefabricated cable is available from Trimble (P/N 14719-01). For installations longer
than 50 feet, the installation agency is responsible for the fabrication of the cable (see Section 1.5.2). The
included cable assembly is tested prior to shipment and should be used to ensure proper performance. Take
care when routing cable to avoid kinking and sharp bends. If antenna cable is routed through bulkheads, be
sure to install protective material to avoid chafing.

2.3.3.4 Installation

CAUTION
Before drilling aircraft fuselage and/or mounting adapter holes to receive the GPS Antenna, make certain
the hole pattern for the antenna is oriented with respect to its forward direction.
After a suitable mounting location is identified, position and affix the adhesive-backed mounting template
supplied with the antenna, refer to Figures 2-2, 2-3 & 2-4. Drill the holes and install the supplied (or equivalent)
antenna doubler. Be sure to remove the mounting template prior to installing the antenna.

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Fastening to Fuselage (for 16248-20 & -11 antennas)

CAUTION
Do not tighten screws with more than 20 inch-pounds of torque. Damage to antenna will result and void
warranty. Torque value = 18 2 inch-pounds.
Install screws through antenna, gasket, and aircraft skin into captive nut plates. Tighten the screws to 18 2
inch-pounds of torque. Use non-corrosive RTV or similar sealant to seal around antenna base and screw holes.

Fastening to Fuselage (for 81194 antenna)

CAUTION
Do not tighten screws with more than 28 inch-pounds of torque. Damage to antenna will result and void
warranty.
Install screws through antenna and aircraft skin into captive nut plates. Tighten the screws to 26 2 inch-pounds
of torque.

2.3.4

Receiver/Display Unit Installation

2.3.4.1 Location
Select a mounting location that will allow easy viewing of the unit's display during normal instrument panel scan
and allow easy access to the front panel controls. After the desired mounting location is identified, refer to
Figures 2-5 and 2-6 for unit outline and mounting dimensions for the unit and the mounting tray. Relocate
existing equipment as necessary.

2.3.4.2 Mounting Tray Installation


Fabricate harness and assemble the tray. Directions for assembly are shown on Figure 2-6.

2.3.4.3 Placard Use


Placard use is dictated by the particular installation. The installation agency is required to fabricate a
placard to label the annunciators, transfer switches, and circuit breakers.

2.3.4.4 Wiring
The external wire supplied by the installing agency should be 22 gauge with the exception of the serial
communication connections (pins 3, 4, 5, 15, 16, and 17). Serial communication connections require 22 or 24
gauge twisted shielded pairs. Refer to pin-out diagram Figure 2-1. For CDI/HSI interconnections, refer to Figure
2-8. For Serial Port Interconnections, refer to Figure 2-9.
These considerations should be followed to ensure proper interface.
A.

Audio output (pin 20) impedance is 600 . The CDI common (pins 18 and 22) may be used for Audio
Common.

B.

The Message annunciator (MSG), pin 23, Hold annunciator (HLD), pin 12, Waypoint Alert annunciator
(WPT), pin 24, and Approach annunciator (APR), pin 11 duplicate the annunciators on the front panel.
These pins are connected to open-collector transistors which may sink a maximum of 200 mA. Should
they be connected to a relay for higher current capability, the relay must have a protection diode placed
across the coil. The pins will be sinking current when the annunciator condition is true.

C.

Jumper the Safeguard Enable (pin 21) to the CDI Common (pin 22) at the rack connector to ensure
operation of the theft protection circuit.

D.

Serial Port 1 (pins 3, 4, 15, and 16) is designed for signals adhering to the RS-422 standard. If singleended RS-232 signals are used, an adapter (Trimble P/N 12480-00) should be used to maximize noise
immunity. The signals will work with most RS-232 devices without an adapter, but at some loss of noise
immunity.

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2.3.5

E.

Serial Port 2 (pins 5 and 17) is a single-ended TTL output which meets the logic polarity requirements
of RS-232. The port 2 output does not meet all of the requirements of the RS-232 standard, so in some
installations an adapter (Trimble P/N 12480-00) may be required. If RS-422 differential signals are
required, an adapter (Trimble P/N 12480-00) must be used.

F.

Only a single device may be connected to each serial input port (RXD1 and RXD2). Up to 5 devices may
be connected in parallel to each serial output port (TXD1 and TXD2), provided that all devices in parallel
use the same message format and data rate (e.g., K0 at 9600 baud).

G.

Pin 19 will be supplied from the factory as a 14 Vdc or 28 Vdc Superflag driver. A jumper may be moved
inside the unit to change pin 19 to provide One Pulse-Per Second (PPS) output. The One PPS output
is a TTL pulse, 1 ms wide, occurring once per second (referenced to CDI common pin 18 or 22). When
GPS time is available, the leading edge of One PPS is synchronized to GPS time within 1 ms.
CAUTION: Do not connect pin 19 directly to GND.

Outside Air Temperature Probe (OAT) "K" Factor

If an Outside Air Temperature Probe is installed, a Temperature Recovery Coefficient, known as the "K" factor,
should be set to correct True Airspeed for temperature rise at the probe. The OAT "K" factor is set to 1.0 at the factory.
Contact the OAT probe manufacturer for infomation on selecting this value. Refer to the Pilot Guide for instructions
on how to set the OAT "K" factor.

PIN

DESCRIPTION

1 ------------------------2 ------------------------3 ------------------------4 ------------------------5 ------------------------6 ------------------------7 ------------------------8 ------------------------9 ------------------------10 -----------------------11 -----------------------12 -----------------------13 -----------------------14 -----------------------15 -----------------------16 -----------------------17 -----------------------18 -----------------------19 -----------------------20 -----------------------21 -----------------------22 -----------------------23 -----------------------24 ------------------------

Power In (11 - 35 Vdc positive)


Power In (11 - 35 Vdc positive)
TXD1- (RS-422)
RXD1- (RS-422/423/232)
TXD2- (RS-232/423)
+TO/-FROM Flag
+NAV Flag
+GS Flag -- Future Use
+Up/-Down -- Future Use
+Right CDI
Approach (APR) Annunciator
Hold (HLD) Annunciator
Power Ground
Power Ground
TXD1+ (RS-422)
RXD1+ (RS-422/423/232)
RXD2- (RS-232/423 and TTL)
TO/+FROM, -Flag, CDI Common
Superflag/One PPS
Audio Out - 600
Safeguard Enable
+ Left, CDI Common
Message (MSG) Annunciator
Waypoint Alert (WPT) Annunciator

Figure 2-1 Trimble 2000 Approach Pin-out

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Notes:
1.

Installations utilizing this antenna are limited to aircraft not equipped with Satellite
Communications equipment.

2.

Recommended mounting screws are 8-32 UNC stainless steel (4 pl.)

Figure 2-2 GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-20) Installation Drawing


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Notes:
1.

Installations utilizing this antenna are limited to aircraft not equipped with Satellite
Communications equipment.

2.

Recommended mounting screws are 8-32 UNF stainless steel (4 pl.)

Figure 2-3 ARINC GPS Antenna (P/N 16248-11) Installation Drawing (alternate)
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Note:

The use of this GPS antenna for IFR installations in aircraft equipped with satellite
communication equipment should be tested to ensure no interference exists
between the SATCOM equipment and the GPS antenna.

Figure 2-4 ARINC 743 Hi Speed GPS Antenna (P/N 81194) Installation Drawing (alternate)
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Trimble 2000 Approach GPS Receiver

Dimensions shown in parenthesis are in millimeters.

Figure 2-5 Trimble 2000 Approach Installation Drawing


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ITEM NO.

P/N

DESCRIPTION

QTY

14420-00

Mounting Tray Assembly

14423

Rear Panel

14426

Airway Tube

16737

Foam Rubber Tube

16165

24-Pin Connector

11055

Screw #4-40 X 1/4 PL FH

16167

Screw M2.5 X 10mm ss

14719-00

GPS Antenna Cable Kit

16168

Retaining Ring

10

14424

Rear Guard Cage

11

80832

Tie Wrap

12

10257

Screw #4-40 X 1/4 PL PH

13

16169

Cable Retainer Bracket

Assembly Instructions:
1.

Press foam tube (4) on to short end of airway tube (3). Insert airway tube into .80
inch diameter hole and retain with retaining ring (9).

2.

Attach cable retainer bracket (13) to rear panel (2) with #4-40 flat head screw (6).

3.

Attach 24-pin connector (5) to rear panel (2) with two M2.5 X 10mm pan head screws
(7). Connector floats on mount.

4.

Assemble GPS connector (8) with washers and nuts provided. Bend lug ring washer
tab to retain hex nut.

CAUTION
IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF GPS CONNECTOR HARDWARE COULD CAUSE
INTERMITTENT OPERATION OR LOSS OF GPS SIGNAL RECEPTION.
5.

Retain all cables with tie wrap (11)

6.

Attach rear guard cage (10) with two #4-40 pan head screws (12).

7.

Attach assembled rear panel (2) to mounting tray (1) with four #4-40 pan head screws
(12).

Figure 2-6 Mounting Tray Assembly Drawing


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Figure 2-7 Typical System Interconnection


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OUTPUT
NAME

Trimble
2000
Approach

BENDIX
KING
KI 202

BENDIX
KING
KI 206

BENDIX
KING
KI 207

COLLINS
IND 350A
IND 351A

TERRA
TRI-NAVC

BENDIX
KING
KI 525A
(P1)

CENTURY
NSD 360A
NSD 1000

SIGMA-TEK
IU 445

+ RIGHT
CDI

10

12

18

18

CDI
COMMON

22

11

17

17

+TO/-FROM

---

33

33

+NAV FLAG

15

31

SERIAL
COMMON

18

S,F

S,F

S,F

8,10

11

T,F

7,34

32,34

CAUTION
Consult all relevant Installation Manuals before wiring!!!

Figure 2-8 CDI/HSI Interconnection


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Trimble 2000 Approach Serial Port 1 Output Connections


SIGNAL
NAME

Trimble 2000
Approach

SHADIN
AIRDATA
ADC 200

SHADIN
MINIFLO-L

SHADIN
DIGIFLO

ARGUS
3000/5000
/7000

STORMSCOPE
WX 1000
NOTE 1

TXD1+

15

TXD1-

16

CABLE
SHIELD

13

24

32

SETUP

K0

K0

K0

K0 or ARGUS

K0

TNL 12480-00 - RS-422/232 Adapter Output Connections for use with Port 1
SIGNAL
NAME

Trimble 2000
Approach

RS-422/232 ADAPTER
TRIMBLE 12480-00
RS-422 SIDE

RS-232 SIDE

ARTEX
ELS 10
NOTE 2

PC SERIAL
PORT
(25 PIN D)
NOTE 2

PC SERIAL
PORT
(9 PIN D)
NOTE 2

TXD1+

15

16

TXD1-

SERIAL
COMMON

18

CABLE
SHIELD

13

AIRCRAFT
POWER
NOTE 3

1,2

25

AIRCRAFT
GROUND
NOTE 3

13,14

SETUP

R0

(ANY)

(ANY)

CAUTION
Consult all relevant Installation Manuals before wiring!!!

Notes:
1.

Should be configured for RS-422


communications.

2.

The recommended connection is to use a


TNL 12480-00 RS-422/232 adapter.
However, a direct connection will work in
most installations. See Appendix B for
further details of the Serial Data Interface.

3.

Power and ground connections are shown


only for Trimble products and adapters.

Figure 2-9 Serial Port Interconnection (Sheet 1 of 4)


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Trimble 2000 Approach Serial Port 2 Output Connections

SIGNAL
NAME

Trimble 2000
Approach

ARGUS
3000/5000
/7000

STORMSCOPE
WX 1000
NOTE 4

ARTEX
ELS 10

PC SERIAL
PORT
(25 PIN D)
NOTE 5

PC SERIAL
PORT
(9 PIN D)
NOTE 5

TXD2-

16

SERIAL
COMMON

18

CABLE
SHIELD

13

24

32

SETUP

K0 or ARGUS

K0

R0

(ANY)

(ANY)

TNL 12480-00 - RS-422/232 Adapter Output Connections for use with Port 2 (See Note 6)
SIGNAL
NAME

Trimble 2000
Approach

RS-422/232 ADAPTER
TRIMBLE 12480-00
RS-232 SIDE

RS-422 SIDE

SHADIN
AIRDATA
ADC 200

SHADIN
MINIFLO

SHADIN
DIGIFLO

TXD2+

14

TXD2-

SERIAL
COMMON

18

CABLE
SHIELD

13

AIRCRAFT
POWER
NOTE 3

1,2

25

AIRCRAFT
GROUND
NOTE 3

13,14

SETUP

K0

K0

K0

Notes (cont.):

CAUTION
Consult all relevant Installation Manuals before wiring!!!

4.

Should be configured for RS-232


communications.

5.

A few computer interfaces may not


recognize the Port 2 signals. If this
occurs, an adapter (TNL P/N 12480-00)
will be necessary.

6.

Must be used to drive or receive signals


from any RS-422 device on Port 2.

Figure 2-9 Serial Port Interconnection (Sheet 2 of 4)


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Trimble 2000 Approach Serial Port 1 Input Connections


SIGNAL
NAME

Trimble
2000
Approach

ROSETTA
SERIALIZER
ARS 50
NOTE 7,8

ROSETTA
ENCODER
ARS 100
NOTE 7

RMI
ENCODER
NOTE 7

ICARUS
3000
SERIALIZER
NOTE 7,8

SHADIN
AIRDATA
ADC 200
NOTE 7

RXD1+

16

15

15

11

RXD1-

12

CABLE
SHIELD

13

15

15

15

SETUP

ENCODER

ENCODER

RMI

ENCODER

ENCODER

TNL 12480-00 - RS-232 Adapter Input Connections for use with Port 1
SIGNAL
NAME

Trimble 2000
Approach

RS-422 SIDE

RS-232 SIDE

PC SERIAL
PORT
(25 PIN D)
NOTE 2

RS-422/232 ADAPTER
TRIMBLE 12480-00

PC SERIAL
PORT
(9 PIN D)
NOTE 2

RXD1+

16

14

RXD1-

SERIAL
COMMON

18

CABLE
SHIELD

13

AIRCRAFT
POWER
NOTE 3

1,2

25

AIRCRAFT
GROUND
NOTE 3

13,14

SETUP

(ANY)

(ANY)

CAUTION
Consult all relevant Installation Manuals before wiring!!!

Notes (cont.):
7.

Most encoders require approximately 10 minutes


to warm-up. Any data output before this period
has expired may be in error and should not be
used. Refer to the appropriate equipment's
manual for more specific information.

8.

Serializer connects to the aircraft's existing Mode


C encoder and provides the Trimble GPS receiver
with serial altitude information. A serializer is
required for blind encoders and devices with
Gray Code outputs.

Figure 2-9 Serial Port Interconnection (Sheet 3 of 4)


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Trimble 2000 Approach Serial Port 2 Input Connections


SIGNAL
NAME

Trimble 2000
Approach

ROSETTA
SERIALIZER
ARS 50
NOTE 7,8

ROSETTA
ENCODER
ARS 100
NOTE 7,8

RMI
ENCODER
NOTE 7

PC SERIAL
PORT
(25 PIN D)

PC SERIAL
PORT
(9 PIN D)

RXD2-

17

SERIAL
COMMON

18

15

15

CABLE
SHIELD

13,14

15

15

SETUP

ENCODER

ENCODER

ENCODER

(ANY)

(ANY)

TNL 12480-00 - RS-422/232 Adapter Input Connections for use with Port 2 (See Note 6)
SIGNAL
NAME

Trimble 2000
Approach

RS-232 SIDE

RS-422 SIDE

ICARUS
3000
SERIALIZER
NOTE 7,8

RS-422/232 ADAPTER
TRIMBLE 12480-00

SHADIN
AIRDATA
ADC 200

RXD2+

14

11

RXD2-

17

12

SERIAL
COMMON

18

CABLE
SHIELD

13

15

AIRCRAFT
POWER
NOTE 3

1,2

25

AIRCRAFT
GROUND
NOTE 3

13,14

SETUP

ENCODER

ENCODER

NOTE: Refer to page 2-19 for note 3, page 2-21 for note 6, and
page 2-23 for notes 7 and 8.

CAUTION
Consult all relevant Installation Manuals before wiring!!!

Figure 2-9 Serial Port Interconnection (Sheet 4 of 4)


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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION III - Checkout
3.1

GENERAL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-1

3.2

SYSTEM CHECKOUT --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-1


3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4

3.3

FINAL ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3-5


3.3.1
3.3.2

Revision A
January 6, 1995

Preliminary test ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-1


Serial Port Configuration ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-1
GPS Receiver Tests ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-2
Analog Interface Check --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-4

Configuration Record Sheet --------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-5


Flight Manual Supplement ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-5

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SECTION III - Checkout


3.1

GENERAL

This section contains installation checkout, system configuration, and basic operating procedures. More detailed operating
procedures are contained in the Pilot Guide.

3.2

SYSTEM CHECKOUT
3.2.1

Preliminary test

Before the unit is installed and tested, verify the accuracy of the installation. With the unit removed, turn on the power
and verify the following:
1.

Verify that Aircraft dc bus voltage is present on pins 1 and 2. Also, if external annunciators are installed, verify
that voltage is present on pins 11, 12, 23, and 24.

2.

Verify that ground is present on pins 13 and 14.

3.

Verify the continuity between pins 21 and 22.

4.

Make sure the mounting tray is securely fastened and properly braced.

5.

Verify that the GPS antenna connector is not shorted and demonstrates some play.

When the above conditions are verified, turn off the master power. Slide the unit into the mounting tray and tighten
the locking device. Turn on the unit. During initialization, the unit performs a comprehensive diagnostics routine.
A failure of any system component is annunciated by a flashing "Fail" message adjacent to the relevant category.
This failure will cause the Message (MSG) annunciator to light and remain lit. Consult the Pilot Guide for more
information concerning FAIL messages.

3.2.2

Serial Port Configuration

The Receiver/Display unit requires configuration for each serial port to be utilized. Press the
INSTALL submode is activated. The display below is shown briefly.

key until the

*INSTALL*

Rotate the small, inner selector knob until the display below is shown.

SERIALI/OSETUP
TURNOUTERKNOB
Rotate the large, outer selector knob until the desired port is shown. Serial port 1 is set to a default value of Encoder
and the output is set to a default value of K0. These settings will be correct for most installations. To edit this port,
press the

key. Choose the field to edit with the large, outer selector knob. Change the settings by rotating

the small, inner selector knob. Press the


key to complete the entry. Refer to the specifications of the connected
hardware to determine the settings. Appendix B of this manual contains more detailed information about the data
formats.
After setting Serial port 1, continue rotating the large outer knob to setup Serial port 2. Serial port 2 is set to a default
value of NONE for input and the output is set to K1.
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3.2.3

GPS Receiver Tests

Prior to performing the GPS receiver test, make sure the aircraft is outside and away from any tall buildings or objects
which will obstruct the line-of-sight communication between the unit's antenna and the satellites.

3.2.3.1 Satellite Signal Reception


To conduct the GPS receiver tests on units, press the
selected. The display below is shown.

key until the SENSOR STATUS submode is

*SENSORSTATUS*

Rotate the large, outer selector knob until a display similar to the one below is shown.

GPSTRACK6:
21819272931
This display indicates the number of satellites being tracked (6) as well as identifying each satellite tracked (by
number). A flashing satellite number indicates a satellite which is being tracked but not being used in the position
solution. The GPS annunciator on the Trimble 2000 Approach front panel indicates that sufficient satellites are
being used to provide position updates.

3.2.3.2 Comm Test


Harmonic interference from VHF transmissions on the following frequencies may affect GPS signal reception:
Frequency in MHz
121.150
121.175
121.200
131.250
131.275
131.300
Installations intended for IFR approvals should be tested to ensure no interference is generated by VHF
transmissions.
For each interfering frequency, perform the following test:
1.

Tune the VHF radio to the frequency under test.

2.

While observing the GPS satellites tracked display and internal GPS annunciator, key the VHF transmitter
for 20 seconds.

3.

If the number of satellites in use drops to the point that GPS navigation is no longer possible (GPS
annunciator illuminates), then too much interference exists between VHF radio and the Trimble 2000
Approach.
Two common sources of interference are from the VHF radio front panel to the GPS antenna and from the
VHF antenna to the GPS antenna.
To minimize front panel to antenna interference, ensure that all cabin doors and windows are closed when
performing the test. This type of interference is also minimized by being away from the ground and ground
structures. If required, the test may be performed in flight. Finally, the location of the GPS antenna may
affect levels of VHF front panel to GPS antenna interference.

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For VHF antenna to GPS antenna interference, a filter may be inserted in line with the VHF transmission
line.
The following filters are recommended:

SPECIFICATIONS FOR LOW PASS FILTER


I.L. = 0.4 dB max. @ 140 MHz
3 dB cutoff = 539 MHz nominal
50 dBc @ 1500 MHz
Power: 30 Watts CW
Size: 0.5" Dia. X 3.00" T.T.
Connectors: BNC female/ male

VENDOR

VENDOR P/N

FSY MICROWAVE, INC.


1055 First Street
Rockville, MD 20850
PH: (301) 294-8950
FAX: (301) 294-3007

LC539-7BBM

TRILITHIC
9202 East 33rd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46236
PH: (800) 344-2412
FAX: (317) 895-3613

3LC500-3-50-CD

After modifying installation as appropriate, repeat steps 1 and 2 for each interfering frequency. If interference
continues, please contact Trimble Technical Support at (800) 487-4662 in the USA, (512) 432-0400 elsewhere.

3.2.3.3 GPS Antenna Performance


To check the GPS antenna performance, press the
key until the SYSTEM STATUS submode is activated.
Rotate the small, inner selector knob until the display below is shown.

INPUTVOLTAGE:14.2V
INTERNALTEMP:45C
Rotate the large, outer selector knob until the display below is shown.

GPSANTENNA:4V
CURRENT:83mA
Verify that the GPS antenna current is at least 75 mA and the voltage is at least 4 V for antenna P/N 16248-11.
Note: The GPS antenna current value will differ depending on the antenna used.

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3.2.4

Analog Interface Check

3.2.4.1 CDI Calibration to External Unit


The following procedure will calibrate the internal GPS CDI to an external CDI. Press the
key until the
INSTALL submode is displayed. Rotate the small, inner selector knob until the display below is shown.

INSTALL&TESTSETUP
TURNOUTERKNOB
Rotate the large, outer selector knob until the display below is shown.

I/OINTERFACECHECK
PRESS(ENT)
To continue, press the

key. Refer to the display shown below.

SETCDICENTERED
(USEKNOB)(ENT)
Rotate the small, inner selector knob until the CDI is centered. Once it is centered, press the
to the display shown below.

key. Refer

SETCDIFULLLEFT
(USEKNOB)(ENT)
Rotate the small, inner selector knob until the CDI shows full left deflection and press the

key.

3.2.4.2 CDI/Annunciator Test


After calibrating the CDI, press the

key one additional time. The display below is shown.

TESTCDI#1:5L
(USEKNOB)(ENT)
The message CDI:5L indicates the external analog CDI should display full left deflection. As the small, inner
selector knob is rotated clockwise, the display should indicate where the external CDI is positioned. The cycle
starts at 5L for full left deflection and continues to 5R for full right deflection. If this is incorrect, the calibration
must be repeated.

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After the CDI deflection test has been completed, press the
key to display "FLAG: FROM" on the top line,
indicating the CDI's FROM flag should be in view. As either selector knob is rotated clockwise, the following
test conditions will occur:
FLAG: TO
FLAG: OFF
FLAG: NAV NOT VISIBLE
FLAG: GS NOT VISIBLE
ANNUNCIATOR: APR
ANNUNCIATOR: HLD
ANNUNCIATOR: MSG
ANNUNCIATOR: WPT
*

TO flag in view
NO TO/FROM indication
NAV Valid (flag out of view)
GS flag out of view*
Approach annunciator lit
Hold annunciator lit
Message annunciator lit
Waypoint Alert annunciator lit

The GS flag exist only in the test routine.

Verify that the conditions displayed by the receiver/display unit are identical to the external CDI conditions. The
complete sequence must be completed by pressing the

3.3

key for the CDI calibration to take effect.

FINAL
3.3.1

Configuration Record Sheet

The Configuration Record Sheet, on the following page, is to be completed by the installation agency and attached
to the Pilot Guide. If the system should be reset for any reason, the pilot will have a reference as to how the unit is
configured.

3.3.2

Flight Manual Supplement

An example of an approved Flight Manual Supplement for the Trimble 2000 Approach will be included in this
manual when available.

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Configuration Record Sheet

Plane Make and Model _____________________________________________


Owner _________________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
Unit Installed _____________________________________________________
Serial Number ____________________________________________________
Installation Agency ________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
Serial Port Configuration
PORT
INPUT PORT 1

FORMAT

BAUD

RATE
-

OUTPUT PORT 1
INPUT PORT 2

OUTPUT PORT 2

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APPENDIX A - RTCA/DO-160C Environmental Qualification Forms


A.1

RECEIVER/DISPLAY UNIT
RTCA/DO 160-C
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM
Nomenclature

Trimble 2000 Approach GPS Receiver Unit

Part Number

81438-XX

TSO Number

C129 (A1)

Manufacturer

Trimble Navigation Limited

Address

2105 Donley Drive


Austin, TX 78758
USA

CONDITIONS

PARA

CONDUCTED TESTS

Temperature and Altitude

4.0

Category D1

Temperature Variation

5.0

Category C

Humidity

6.0

Category A

Shock

7.0

6 g's, 11 ms

Vibration

8.0

Categories M, N, and B

Explosion

9.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Waterproofness

10.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Fluids Susceptibility

11.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Sand and Dust

12.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Fungus

13.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Salt Spray

14.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Magnetic Effect

15.0

Category Z

Power Input

16.0

Category B

Voltage Spike Conducted

17.0

Category A

A-F Conducted Susceptibility

18.0

Category B

Induced Signal Susceptibility

19.0

Category A

Radio Frequency Susceptibility

20.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Emissions of RF Energy

21.0

Category B

Lightning Induced Transient


Susceptibility

22.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Lightning direct effects

23.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Icing

24.0

Category X (Not Tested)

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GPS ANTENNA
RTCA/DO 160-C
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM
Nomenclature

Antenna Assembly, GPS, Airborne

Part Number

16248-20

TSO Number

C115a, C129

Manufacturer

Trimble Navigation Limited

Address

2105 Donley Drive


Austin, TX 78758
USA

CONDITIONS

PARA

CONDUCTED TESTS

Temperature and Altitude

4.0

Category F2

Temperature Variation

5.0

Category A

Humidity

6.0

Category B

Shock

7.0

6 g's, 11 ms

Vibration

8.0

Categories Y, C, L, M, N, and B

Explosion

9.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Waterproofness

10.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Fluids Susceptibility

11.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Sand and Dust

12.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Fungus

13.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Salt Spray

14.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Magnetic Effect

15.0

Category Z

Power Input

16.0

Category A

Voltage Spike Conducted

17.0

Category A

A-F Conducted Susceptibility

18.0

Category A

Induced Signal Susceptibility

19.0

Category Z

Radio Frequency Susceptibility

20.0

Category W

Emissions of RF Energy

21.0

Category Z

Lightning Induced Transient


Susceptibility

22.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Lightning direct effects

23.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Icing

24.0

Category X (Not Tested)

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ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM
Nomenclature

ARINC GPS Antenna

Part Number

16248-11

TSO Number

C129

Manufacturer

Trimble Navigation Limited

Address

2105 Donley Drive


Austin, TX 78758
USA

CONDITIONS

PARA

Temperature

4.0

Category F2

Altitude

5.0

Category F2

Humidity

6.0

Category B

Shock

7.0

6 g's, 11 ms

Vibration

8.0

Categories B, C, L, M, N, and Y

Explosion

9.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Waterproofness

10.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Fluids susceptibility

11.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Sand and Dust

12.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Fungus

13.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Salt Spray

14.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Magnetic Effect

15.0

Category z

Power Input

16.0

Category A

Voltage Spike Conducted

17.0

Category A

A-F Conducted Susceptibility

18.0

Category A

Induced Signal Susceptibility

19.0

Category Z

Radio Frequency Susceptibility

20.0

Category W

Radio Frequency Emission

21.0

Category Z

Lightning Induced Transient


Susceptibility

22.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Lightning Direct Effects

23.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Icing

24.0

Category X (Not Tested)

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RTCA/DO 160-C
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM
Nomenclature

ARINC 743 Hi Speed GPS Antenna

Part Number

81194

TSO Number

C115a, C129

Manufacturer

Sensor Systems

Address

8929 Fullbright Ave.


Chatsworth, CA 91311
USA

CONDITIONS

PARA

Temperature

4.0

Category F2

Altitude

5.0

Category F2

Humidity

6.0

Category B

Shock

7.0

6 g's, 11 ms

Vibration

8.0

Categories C and L

Explosion

9.0

Category X (Not Tested)

CONDUCTED TESTS

Waterproofness

10.0

Category S

Fluids susceptibility

11.0

Category F

Sand and Dust

12.0

Category D

Fungus

13.0

Category F

Salt Spray

14.0

Category S

Magnetic Effect

15.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Power Input

16.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Voltage Spike Conducted

17.0

Category X (Not Tested)

A-F Conducted Susceptibility

18.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Induced Signal Susceptibility

19.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Radio Frequency Susceptibility

20.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Radio Frequency Emission

21.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Lightning Induced Transient


Susceptibility

22.0

Category X (Not Tested)

Lightning Direct Effects

23.0

Category 2A

Icing

24.0

Category C

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APPENDIX B - Serial Interface Specification


B.1

INTRODUCTION

Serial communication capabilities for the Trimble 2000 Approach are provided by two bi-directional serial communication
ports compatible with EIA RS-232 and RS-422 protocols. Different formats may be selected on each port providing the user
flexibility in interfacing various systems with the Trimble 2000 Approach.
All information contained in this section is subject to change without notice.

B.2

BASIC COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL DESCRIPTIONS


B.2.1

RS-422

The RS-422 protocol uses differential signals with a magnitude in the range of 2-6 volts and a polarity as follows:
Logic 1: The non-inverting (+) signal is negative with respect to the inverting (-) signal (Signal Condition = MARK).
Logic 0: The non-inverting (+) signal is positive with respect to the inverting (-) signal (Signal Condition = SPACE).
RS-422 has the capability of driving up to ten receive devices in parallel from a single transmitter. It can drive long
cable lengths and has superior noise immunity.

B.2.2

RS-232

The RS-232 protocol specifies a bipolar, unbalanced signal referenced to a common ground (serial common). For
example, for RS-232D, the polarity is as follows:
Logic 1: The transmitter voltage is between -5V and -15V (Signal Condition = MARK).
Logic 0: The transmitter voltage is between +5V and +15V (Signal Condition = SPACE).

B.2.3

RS-423

The RS-423 protocol specifies a bipolar, unbalanced signal referenced only to the transmitter's ground and is
received differentially. The polarity is as follows:
Logic 1: The transmitter voltage is -4V to -6V (Signal Condition = MARK).
Logic 0: The transmitter voltage is +4V to +6V (Signal Condition = SPACE).

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B.3

CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS

All interface connections are provided on a 24-pin connector. The following table defines pin numbers, functions, and
descriptions for all serial interface pins utilized on the Trimble 2000 Approach.

PIN
NUMBER

FUNCTION

DESCRIPTION

TXD1-

Transmit Port #1 (RS-422)

RXD1-

Receive Port #1 (RS-422/423/232)

TXD2-

Transmit Port #2 (RS-232/423)

15

TXD1+

Transmit Port #1 (RS-422)

16

RXD1+

Receive Port #1 (RS-422/423/232)

17

RXD2-

Receive Port #2 (RS-232/423 and TTL)

18

Serial Common Ground Reference for RS-232/423 -- See Note 1

Note:
1.

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SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION OF SERIAL PORTS

The serial ports may be configured by the user. The following is a list of the available ports:

SERIAL-1 in
SERIAL-1 out
SERIAL-1 I/O
SERIAL-2 in
SERIAL-2 out
SERIAL-2 I/O

To configure the serial ports of the Trimble 2000 Approach, perform the following steps:

Press the
key until the INSTALL submode is activated
Rotate the small, inner selector knob until the unit displays SERIAL I/O SETUP in the top line
Rotate the large, outer selector knob to select the desired port

To edit the contents of the selected serial port, perform the following steps:

B.5

key
Press the
Rotate the large, outer selector knob to select the desired field to edit
Rotate the small, inner selector knob to change the character
Repeat the previous two steps until the desired information is displayed

Press the

key to complete the entry

RECEIVE PORTS
B.5.1

Configuration

Two data formats may be selected to accept input from external altitude encoders, gray-code to serial altitude
converters, or the RMI (Rocky Mountain Instruments) Encoder Airdata system. To select a data format, refer to
section B.4. The baud rate of each of these formats is automatically set; ENCODER is 9600 baud and RMI is 1200
baud.

B.5.2

Encoder Data Format

The Encoder data format accepts a variety of messages with the following parameters:
Baud:
Parity:
Start Bit:
Data Bits:
Stop Bit:
Update Rate:

9600
None
1
8
1
1 msg/sec

The data format is variable and depends upon the device generating the message. Compatible devices include
Rosetta Encoders and Serializers (ARS 50 and ARS 100). The simplest compatible format for altitude information
BYTE

CONTENTS

c/r

is the following 10 byte ASCII message:


Some examples include:

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'ALT -1200'
'ALT 62505'
'ALT 05604'

0 feet
-1200 feet
62,510 feet
5,600 feet
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B.5.3

RMI Data Format

The Rocky Mountain Instruments Encoder Airdata System transmits a 61-byte ASCII data frame once per second.
The RMI configuration consists of the following parameters:
Baud:
Parity:
Start Bit:
Data Bits:
Stop Bit:
Update Rate:
Data Format:

BYTE
NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

01

ID #1

Hex Identifier Byte -- always FFH

02

ID #2

Hex Identifier Byte -- always 80H

03 - 07

IALT

Current Indicated Altitude

08 - 12

PALT

Pressure Altitude

13 - 17

DALT

Density Altitude

18 - 20

KTS

Indicated Airspeed in knots

21 - 23

TAS

True Airspeed in knots

24 - 26

MACH

Indicated Airspeed in MACH

27 - 30

VSI

Vertical Speed in fpm (multiplied by 10)

31 - 33

OAT

Outside Air Temperature

34 - 36

TAT

True Air Temperature

37 - 40

InHg

Altimeter Setting (inches Mercury)

41 - 44

Inds

Indicator Flags (See Table below)

45 - 61

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BYTE NAME

1200
None
1
8
1
1 msg/sec
61 byte unpacked BCD data message (See Table below)

Manufacturers Use

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BIT
NUMBER

BYTE #1

BYTE #2

BYTE #3

BYTE #4

FT/ALT

CONV

FLAP

Mb

CAL

TAS

GEAR

In Hg
decimal pt

HOLD

KT

FPM

NO

IAS

TAT

Vno

UPATI

Vne

DOWNATI

LGT

APP

temp - sign

YES

MACH
decimal pt

In Hg

Indicator Byte Table

B.5.4

Air Data Computer Format

The Air Data computer transmits once per second using the following parameters:
Baud:
Parity:
Start Bit:
Data Bits:
Stop Bit:
Update Rate:

9600
None
1
8
1
1 msg/sec

Air Data messages are accepted when the serial port is set to "ENCODER". A packet consists of a set of ASCII
message strings. The first character of each packet is an ASCII Start-of-Text (STX = 02H). The last character of
each packet will be an ASCII End-of-Text (ETX = 03H).
Each message string begins with one ASCII character to identify it as an Air Data message ("Z"). The second
character identifies which message it is. The rest of the string consists of one or more alphanumeric ASCII fields.
Each message field ends with a carriage return, line feed (CR = 0D0AH). All numeric fields are ASCII decimal, right
justified and zero filled. If the Air Data Computer cannot supply data in a particular field, the field is filled with dashes
("-" = 2DH). The table on the next page lists the valid message strings.

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ITEM FORMAT

CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION

ZAddd

Indicated Air Speed

ddd =knots (5 to 385)

ZBddd

True Air Speed

ddd = knots (40 to 600)

ZCddd

Mach Speed

ddd = Mach x 1000 (0


to 999)

ZDsdddd

Pressure Altitude

s = sign, dddd = tens of


feet (-100 to +5999)

ZEsdddd

Density Altitude

s = sign, dddd = tens of


feet (-800 to +5999)

ZFsdd

Outside Air
Temperature

s = sign, dd = celsius
(-99 to +99)

ZGsdd

True Air Temperature

s = sign, d = celsius
(-99 to +99)

ZHddd

Wind Direction

ddd = magnetic
degrees (0 to 359)

ZIddd

Wind Speed

ddd = knots (0 to 150)

ZJsdd

Rate of Turn

s = sign, dd =
degrees/second (-20 to
+20)

ZKsddd

Vertical Speed

s = sign, ddd = tens of


feet/minute (-600 to
+600)

ZLddd

Heading

ddd = magnetic
degrees (0 to 359)

ZMdddd

Right Engine Fuel


Flow

dddd = gal/hr (0 to
999.9)

ZNddddd

Right Engine Fuel


Used

dddd = gallons (0 to
9999.9)

ZOdddd

Left Engine Fuel Flow

dddd = gal/hr (0 to
999.9)

ZPddddd

Left Engine Fuel Used

ddddd = gallons (0 to
9999.9)

ZQddd

Error Log

ddd = number (0 to
255)

ZRddd

Packet Checksum

ddd = number (0 to
255)

Notes:
1.

If a packet contains more than one of the same type of message string, the data from the
last message is used.

2.

The contents of the Error Log is to be determined.

3.

The Packet Checksum is the ASCII representation of the decimal value of the 8-bit,
unsigned sum of every byte in the packet excluding the STX, ETX, and the checksum
message string itself.

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TRANSMIT PORTS
B.6.1

Configuration

Transmit Ports 1 and 2 (TXD1 and TXD2) provide interface capability with a variety of peripheral devices such as
moving maps and fuel flow computers, as well as providing data to users for custom applications. Adapters are
available for each port to provide RS-422 and/or RS-232 signals. No hand-shaking lines are provided.
Six data formats are available for use and may be selected in the INSTALL submode of the AUX mode (See Section
B.4). These formats are RNAV 0 and 1 (R0 and R1), King 0 and 1 (K0 and K1), and Extended King 0 and 1 (X0 and
X1). Formats R0 and R1 may be set to any baud rate (from 1200 baud to 38.4 kbaud, excepting 19.2 kbaud) while
formats K0, K1, X0, and X1 may only be set to 9600 baud or 38.4 kbaud. The update rate may be set from 1 to 999
seconds for any of the formats. The only exception is if the baud rate is 1200. For this case, the maximum update
rate is 2 seconds.
The data stream is a string of ten-bit serial ASCII characters consisting of one start bit, eight data bits, and one stop
bit. No parity is generated.
Data messages begin with an ASCII Start of Text (STX) character and end with an End of Text (ETX) character. A
single alphabetic character precedes each data element.
The data output format is as follows: <STX><id><dddd><it><id><dddd><it>....<id><dddd><it><ETX>
Where: STX
id
dddd
it
ETX

B.6.2

=
=
=
=
=

ASCII Start of Text Character


Item Designator (Single Alphabetic Character)
Item Data
Item Terminator: (CR) or (CR)(LF)
ASCII End-of-Text Character

R0 and R1 Data Formats

Data output is identical for both formats with the exception of the end of line codes. R0 is output with a carriage return
(CR) denoting the end of the line. R1 is output with both a carriage return (CR) and a line feed (LF) at the end of a
line.

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The following information is output:

INFORMATION

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OUTPUT

Latitude (LAT)

North or South degrees

Longitude (LON)

East or West degrees

Track (TK)

Magnetic degrees

Ground Speed (GS)

Knots

Distance to Destination Waypoint (DIS)

Nautical miles

Estimated Time Enroute (ETE)

Hours and Minutes

Cross-Track Error (XTK)

Right or Left nautical miles

Track Angle Error (TKE)

Right or Left degrees

Desired Track (DTK)

Degrees (Mag or True)

Active Leg Number (LEG)

Flight Plan Leg Number,


Direct = 21, Heading = 22

Destination Waypoint Identifier (IDENT)

ASCII Characters

Bearing To Destination Waypoint (BRG)

Degrees

Parallel Offset (PTK)

Right or Left nautical miles

Estimated Position Error

Nautical miles

Magnetic Variation

East or West degrees

Time Since Solution

Seconds and tenths

Warnings

Character in Designated Field

Minimum Safe Altitude (MSA)

Thousands of feet

Minimum Enroute Safe Altitude

Thousands of feet

Date

Month, day and Year

Time of Day

Hours minutes and seconds

Software Code

Six digit number

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ITEM
DESIGNATOR

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FIELD
WIDTH

ITEM DESCRIPTION

N dd mmmm

LAT (N or S, deg, min x 100)

W ddd mmmm

10

LON (E or W, deg, min x 100)

ddd

TK (deg)

sss

GS (kts)

dddddd

DIS (nm x 100)

hhmm

ETE (hrs and mins)

Lnnnn

XTK Error (L or R, nm x 100)

Ldddd

TKE (L or R, deg x 10)

dddd

DTK (deg x 10)

ll

LEG

ccccc

IDENT

dddd

BRG (deg x 10)

Lnnnn

PTK (L or R, nm x 10)

nnn

Estimated Pos Error (nm x 100)

Eddd

VAR (E or W, deg x 10)

ttt

Time Since Last Solution (s x


10)

---A-------

11

Warnings in Effect

fff

MSA (kft x 10)

fff

MESA (kft x 10)

mm/dd/yy

Date

hh:mm:ss

Time

cccccc

Software Code

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B.6.3

K0 and K1 Data Formats

The K0 and the K1 formats present all the R0 and R1 information explained in the last section. In addition, the K0
and K1 formats add flight plan information. Each waypoint is sent as a separate line terminated with a CR (for K0)
and a CR, LF (for K1). The waypoint data lines are followed by a line of waypoint type identifiers. If no flight plan
is active, no flight plan data will be transmitted.
wdd<binary data>
w
dd
binary data

Flight plan item designator


Sequential waypoint number (ASCII)
15 bytes of flight plan information

The binary data contains the following information:


Byte 1 -- Sequence Number
BYTE

BIT

CONTENTS

Where:
x
l
a
nnnnn

undefined (set to zero)


1 if last waypoint of flight plan
1 if waypoint is active destination
Sequential waypoint number, Unsigned Binary

Bytes 2 through 6 -- Waypoint Identifier

BYTE

BIT

CONTENTS

BYTE

BIT

CONTENTS

Where:
aaaaaaaa

ASCII characters of five-character ID

Note:
A value of 7FH in byte 2 indicates that the waypoint identifier is unknown and bytes 2
through 6 should be ignored.

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Bytes 7 through 13 -- Latitude/Longitude


Latitude and longitude of waypoint. Packed, unsigned binary values for degrees, minutes and hundredths of
minutes.
BYTE

BIT

CONTENTS

Where:
s
x
ddddddd
mmmmmm
hhhhhhh

BYTE

0 if North latitude
1 if South latitude
undefined (set to zero)
Latitude degrees
Latitude minutes
Latitude hundredths of minutes

10

11

12

BIT

CONTENTS

BYTE

13

BIT

CONTENTS

Where:
s
x
ddddddd
mmmmmm
hhhhhhh

0 if East longitude
1 if West longitude
undefined (set to zero)
Longitude degrees
Longitude minutes
Longitude hundredths of minutes

Note:
A value of 7FH in byte 7 indicates that latitude and longitude are not presently available
and bytes 7 through 13 should be ignored.

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Bytes 14 and 15 -- Magnetic Variation


BYTE

14

15

BIT

CONTENTS

Where:
nnnnnnnn

Magnetic variation at waypoint.

Twos complement binary in sixteenths of degrees. Easterly variation is positive.

Note:
A value of 7FH in byte 14 indicates that magnetic variation is not presently available and
bytes 14 and 15 should be ignored.
t

Waypoint Type

This indicates the type of waypoints in the flight plan according to flight plan order (e.g., Airport, VORs, NDBs,
Intersections, or User). The number of waypoints in the flight plan determines the number of bytes in this field (5
waypoints in the flight plan makes this field 5 bytes long). The format is as follows:
t nnn...
The following values are acceptable for "n":
a
m
h
s
v
n
i
u

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Airport, Public Use


Military Base
Heliport
Seaplane Base
VOR
NDB
Intersection
User Defined

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X0 and X1 Formats

The X0 and X1 formats contain all of the items of the K0 and K1 formats plus the following additional items. No field
width is set for any of the items. The fields are separated by one or more blanks. The decimal point is included for
those items listing fractional units. Leading zeros and a space between the item designator are optional and may
not appear on some items. All fields are in ASCII. Any item designator not specified is reserved for Trimble use.

INFORMATION

OUTPUT

Position and Speed

North or south degrees latitude


East or west degrees longitude
Ground speed in knots

Altitude

GPS altitude in feet


Pressure altitude in feet
Barometric altitude in feet

Track

Magnetic track in degrees


Desired track in degrees
Left or right cross-track in nm
Left or right track angle error in
degrees

Vertical Navigation

Rate of climb or descent


Desired rate of climb
Vertical error from profile
Vertical angle error

Waypoint BRG/DIS/TIM Distance to waypoint in nm


Bearing to waypoint in degrees
Time to waypoint

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Local time

Data time tag


Offset from GMT

Parallel offset

Left or right offset in nm

Extended Time

Time in hours, minutes,


seconds, and milliseconds

Extended Time Since


Solution

Time since last position fix in


hours, minutes, seconds, and
milliseconds

Sensor mode

Sensor in use (GPS, LORAN,


Differential GPS, or None)
GPS mode and # of satellites
used
LORAN, # transmitters used

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The following data is output:


Position and Speed

ITEM
DESIGNATOR
k

INFORMATION
Position and Speed

ITEM FORMAT
a bb cc.cccc d eee ff.ffff ggg.g

Where:
a bb cc.cccc Current Latitude N or S (a), degrees (bb), minutes (cc.cccc)
d eee ff.ffff
Current Longitude E or W (d), degrees (eee), minutes (ff.fff)
ggg.g
Ground Speed in knots
Altitude

ITEM
DESIGNATOR
l

INFORMATION
Altitude (GPS, Pressure, and
Barometric)

ITEM FORMAT
aaaaa.a bbbbb.b ccccc.c

Where:
aaaaa.a
bbbbb.b
ccccc.c

GPS computed altitude


Pressure altitude
Barometric altitude

Track
ITEM
DESIGNATOR
m

INFORMATION
Track (Magnetic, Desired,
Cross-Track Error, and Track
Angle Error

ITEM FORMAT
aaa.aa bbb.bb cdd.ddddd efff.ff

Where:
aaa.aa
bbb.bb
cdd.ddddd
efff.ff

Magnetic Track in degrees


Desired Track in degrees
Cross Track Error L or R (c), nautical miles (dd.ddddd)
Track Angle Error L or R (e), degrees (fff.ff)

Vertical Navigation
ITEM
DESIGNATOR
n

INFORMATION

ITEM FORMAT

Vertical Navigation (Actual,


abbbb.b cdddd.d efffff.f ghh.hh
Desired, Vertical Error from
Profile, and Vertical Angle Error)

Where:
abbbb.b
cdddd.d
efffff.ff
gh

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Actual VNAV + or - (a), feet/minute (bbbb.b)


Desired VNAV + or - (c), feet/minute (dddd.d)
Vertical Error + or - (e), feet (fffff.f)
Vertical Angle Error + or - (g), degrees (h)

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Distance/Bearing/Time to Waypoint
ITEM
DESIGNATOR
o

INFORMATION
Bearing, Distance, and Time to
Waypoint

ITEM FORMAT
aaaa.aaaaa bbb.bbb cc:dd:ee

Where:
aaaa.aaaaa
bbb.bbb
cc:dd:ee

Distance to Waypoint in nm
Bearing to Waypoint in degrees
Time to Waypoint in hours (cc), minutes (dd), and seconds (ee)

Data Time Tag/Local Offset

ITEM
DESIGNATOR
p

INFORMATION
Data Time Tag and Local GMT
Offset

ITEM FORMAT
aa:bb:cc.ccc dee.e

Where:
aa:bb:cc
dee.e

Data Time Tag in hours (aa), minutes (bb), and seconds (cc)
Local Time Offset + or - (d), time in hours (ee.e)

Parallel Offset
ITEM
DESIGNATOR
q

INFORMATION
Parallel Offset

ITEM FORMAT
abbb.bbbb

Where:
abbb.bbbb

Parallel Offset L or R (a), nautical miles (bbb.bbbb)

Extended Time

ITEM
DESIGNATOR
r

INFORMATION
Extended Time

ITEM FORMAT
aa:bb:cc.ccc

Where:
aa:bb:cc.ccc Extended Time hours (aa), minutes (bb), and seconds (cc.ccc)

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Extended Time Since Solution

ITEM
DESIGNATOR
u

INFORMATION
Extended Time Since Solution

ITEM FORMAT
aa.aaa

Where:
aa.aaa

Extended Time Since Solution in seconds

Sensor Mode

ITEM
DESIGNATOR
z

INFORMATION
Sensors Mode

ITEM FORMAT
a GPS-bbc LOR:d

Where:
a
GPS-bbc
LOR:d

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Sensor in Use -- Possible values are G (GPS), L (LORAN), D (Differential GPS),


or - (No Position Fix)
GPS Mode (bb) and Number or satellites used for position fix (c). (bb) may be 2D,
3D, or 0D. (c) is an integer number.
LORAN Mode, number of transmitters used in fix (d), integer number.

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Data Output Format Example

The following is an example of the data output for the R0 and R1 formats. It is also the first part of the K0, K1, X0,
and X1 formats.

EXAMPLE

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DESCRIPTION

<STX>AN 37 2164

LAT North 37 21.64 min

BW 121 5516

LON West 121 55.16 min

C137

TK 137

D128

GS 128 knots

E071227

DIS 712.27 nm

F0534

ETE 5 hrs, 34 min

GR0018

XTK 0.18 nm Right

HR0003

TKE 0.3 Right

I1384

DTK 138.4

J11

Active Leg #11

KAUS

Destination Waypoint AUS

L1389

BRG 138.9

M0000

PTK 0.0 nm

P001

Position Error 0.1 nm

QE158

Magnetic Variation 15.8 East

c001

Time Since Last Solution 0.1


sec

T-----------

No Warnings are Present

d057

MSA 5,700 ft

e059

MESA 5,900 ft

i10/19/89

Date October 19, 1989

j13:52:12

Time 13:52:12 UTC

s020000

Software Code 020000

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The following is an example of the flight plan information contained in the K0, K1, X0 and X1 formats.

EXAMPLE

DESCRIPTION

w01aAUS

aaaaaaaa

Waypoint #1, AUS

w02bDFW

bbbbbbbb

Waypoint #2, DFW

...

...

wnnxMCI xxxxxxxx

Last Waypoint, MCI

t aavavu...

Waypoint Types (one for every


waypoint in the flight plan)

The following is an example of the additional information contained only in the X0 and X1 formats.

EXAMPLE

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DESCRIPTION

kN 37 21.64728 W 121 55.16121 128.3

Current Latitude N 3721.64728'

l 10312.4 ------- ------

GPS Altitude 10,312.4 feet

m 137.42 138.4 R0.18 R0.31

Magnetic Track 137.42


Desired Track 138.4
Cross-Track Error Right 0.18 nm
Track Angle Error Right 0.31

n +0.0 ---- ---- ----

No Vertical Navigation

o 712.27314 138.942 5:34:15

Distance to waypoint 712.27314 nm


Bearing to waypint 138.942
Time to waypoint 5h 34m 15s

p 13:52:17 -7.0

Data time 13h 52m 17s


Offset from GMT to local time -7.0 hr

q R0.000

No Parallel Offset

r 13:52:17.024

Extended Time 13h 52m 17.024s

u 000.024

Extended Time since solution 0.024s

z G.GPS-3D:4 LOR:7

Sensor in Use GPS


GPS mode 3-D, 4 satellites
LORAN tracking 7 transmitters

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APPENDIX C - STCs and Flight Manual Supplements


Supplemental Type Certificates and the FAA approved Flight Manual Supplements for the Trimble 2000 Approach
will be included in this manual when they become available.

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