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AIRCRAFT DIVISION
WICHITA, KANSAS 67277
SUPPLEMENT
DATE: 03/30/2010
REVISIONS
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Section Description
2.1 Beginning Effectivity in Table 1, 524 was EC064691.
2.1 Beginning Effectivity in Table 1, 2226 was EC064691.
3.2, 6.1.2, 6.3 3931321R0X was 393121X.cfg
5.1 Add recommended maintenance procedures and time intervals.
7.1 Added the text is non-essential and and Refer to Section 5.1 for
recommended practices. to the second paragraph.
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2.2.1, 6.1.2 P/N 165E1630-00 Rev 4 or later was P/N 165E1630-00
2.2.1, 6.1.2 P/N 165E1696-02 Rev 3 or later was P/N 165E1696-02
2.2.1, 6.1.2, 6.3 P/N 190-00869-00 Rev D or later was P/N 190-00869-00
2.2.1 Added Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck Pilot's Guide for the
Cessna Caravan (P/N 190-00749-02 or later).
6.2 Refer to Section 5.1 of this supplement. was Refer to L-3
Communications FA2100 CVDR Installation and Operation
Instruction Manual (P/N 165E1847-01) and Garmin G1000
Integrated Flight Deck Line Maintenance Manual for the Cessna
Caravan (P/N 190-00869-00).
6.3 Refer to Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck Pilot's Guide for
the Cessna Caravan (P/N 190-00749-02 or later). was Refer to
Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck Line Maintenance Manual
for the Cessna Caravan (P/N 190-00869-00).
CONTENTS
REVISIONS .................................................................................................................................................... i
CONTENTS ..................................................................................................................................................iii
TABLES ........................................................................................................................................................ v
FIGURES ...................................................................................................................................................... v
1. INTRODUCTION HEADING ..................................................................................................................... 1
1.1. Purpose ..................................................................................................................................... 1
2. APPLICABILITY ....................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1. Effectivity ................................................................................................................................... 2
2.2. Complete ICA Documents ........................................................................................................ 2
4.1.1. Remove the FA2100 Cockpit Voice and Data Recorder. ......................................... 8
4.1.2. Install the FA2100 Cockpit Voice and Data Recorder. ............................................. 9
4.2. GSD41 Data Concentrator Unit ................................................................................................ 9
TABLES
FIGURES
1. INTRODUCTION HEADING
1.1. Purpose
2. APPLICABILITY
2.1. Effectivity
This Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) supplement is effective for the following
aircraft model(s) and serialization where this L-3 Communications FA2100 CVDR System is
installed:
Beginning Ending
Model
Effectivity Effectivity
208 524 and On
2.2.1. The following document(s), in conjunction with this supplement, constitute the
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness for the L-3 Communications FA2100
CVDR system. All items must be available to the operator at initial delivery.
Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck Cockpit Reference Guide for the Cessna
Caravan (P/N 190-00748-02 or later). On-board requirement for flight.
Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck Pilot's Guide for the Cessna Caravan (P/N
190-00749-02 or later).
L-3 Communications FA2100 CVDR Installation and Operation Instruction
Manual (P/N 165E1847-01).
L-3 Communications Portable Interface (PI) Operators Manual (P/N 165E1630-
00 Rev 4 or later).
L-3 Communications ROSE / RI Software Version 3.0 or Higher Operators
Manual (P/N 165E1696-02 Rev 3 or later).
Garmin GSD41 Data Concentrator Installation Manual (P/N 190-00303-26).
Garmin G1000 Integrated Flight Deck Line Maintenance Manual for the Cessna
Caravan (P/N 190-00869-00 Rev D or later).
Model 208/208B Maintenance Manual.
The L-3 Communications FA2100 Cockpit Voice and Data Recorder (CVDR) System as
installed in the Cessna models 208/208B consists of one each FA2100 CVDR, area
microphone, GSD41 Data Concentrator Unit (DCU), 3-axis accelerometer, 5g impact switch,
flap potentiometer, and two audio summing amplifiers. The components are listed in Table 2.
The FA2100 CVDR is a single LRU that provides both cockpit voice recorder (CVR) and flight
data recorder (FDR) functions. The CVDR is housed in an international orange, ARINC
404A, - ATR short case with two reflective strips and meets the requirements of FAA TSO
C123a and C124a. An Underwater Locator Device (ULD), also referred to as an underwater
acoustic beacon, is mounted on the front of the CVDR and meets the requirements of FAA
TSO C121. The CVDR records 120 minutes of high quality audio on each of four audio
channels and 25 hours of flight data at a rate of 64, 128, or 256 words per second. A Ground
Support Equipment (GSE) connector is located on the front of the CVDR and is used to
download recorded audio and flight data to a readout device (portable interface, computer,
laptop, etc.). Reference Figure 1.
The accelerometer, summing amplifiers, and CVDR operate from 28Vdc supplied from the
aircrafts Electrical bus. Power to the CVDR first passes through the systems impact switch.
The impact switch interrupts power to the CVDR and stops the recording of data in the event
of a crash to prevent recording over the data recorded prior to the crash. The GSD41
operates from 28Vdc supplied from the aircrafts Avionics Bus 1.
The L-3 Communications FA2100 Cockpit Voice and Data Recorder (CVDR) System
provides dual operational functions; cockpit voice recording (CVR) and flight data recording
(FDR).
The CVDR contains four designated audio channels that each record 120 minutes of high
quality audio. Channel one records all audio coming over the cabin and PA speakers.
Channel two records all incoming/outgoing audio from the copilots headset after being
passed through a summing amplifier. Channel three records all incoming/outgoing audio
from the pilots headset and cabin handheld PTT microphone after being passed through a
separate summing amplifier from that of the copilot. Channel four records all audio being
picked up by the area microphone located on the instrument panel, above the audio panel
bezel. Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is provided to the CVDR via ARINC 429 from GIA1 and
recorded simultaneously with audio.
Flight data from the G1000 System is provided to the CVDR from the GSD41 Data
Concentrator Unit. PFD1 sends flight data, including flap position and accelerometer data
from the GEA, via Garmins proprietary High Speed Data Bus (HSDB), to the GSD41. The
data is then converted to ARINC 717 by the GSD41 and sent to the CVDR for recording.
The FA2100 CVDR initiates a built-in-test (BIT) function at power up that continuously
monitors the unit for fault conditions. In the event that a fault is detected, the CVDR will
trigger the annunciation of CAS advisory messages, CVD FAIL and/or FDR FAIL on the
G1000 display(s) via separate discrete I/Os dependent on the fault detected. The FA2100
CVDR System interface to the G1000 System is shown in Figure 2.
Recorded audio and flight data from the CVDR can be downloaded and analyzed using a
laptop. Attachment 5 shows the interface between the CVDR and a laptop containing ROSE
software version 3.8 or higher. The latest ROSE aircraft configuration file in accordance to
Cessna drawing 3931321 (file 3931321R0X) defines the recorded flight paramaters and is
necessary to properly interpret the data.
The Cockpit Voice and Data Recorder System consists of the following major components:
Figure 3 below illustrates the aircraft locations of the major components listed in Table 2.
Refer to the Model 208/208B Aircraft Serial Wiring Diagram CD ROM provided with
each aircraft for a listing and illustration of all Avionics/Electrical system wiring
diagrams installed specifically in that aircraft. Reference Attachments 1 and 2 for
Avionics/Electrical wiring diagrams 3929306 and 3929307 for the CVDR System.
The L-3 Communications FA2100 CVDR System requires G1000 System software version
0767.07 or later.
NOTE: The following procedures are for reference only. Make sure that the aircraft is
configured for maintenance as defined by the associated system in the maintenance
manuals listed in Section 2.2.1, including the removal of electrical power, avionics
power, etc., prior to removal or installation of aircraft components.
For each installation performed, visually inspect and verify there are no nicks, dents,
or scratches on the equipment that might have occurred during installation, and that
all connectors are properly installed. Check all cables for proper routing and tie-
down and attach points. Especially check that equipment/cables do not interfere
with aircraft controls or other equipment. Check that connectors are not strained due
to cable routing or tie-down points.
5. Carefully pull the FA2100 CVDR straight forward from its mounting tray and
remove it from the aircraft, leaving the connector and wiring attached to the
mounting tray.
4.1.2. Install the FA2100 Cockpit Voice and Data Recorder.
3. Access the GSD41 mounting rack, located on the aft bottom avionics shelf in
the tailcone of the aircraft, by removing the rear compartment wall. Reference
Chapter 25-25-00 Rear Compartment Wall Maintenance Practices in the
aircraft maintenance manual.
4. Install the GSD41 per the Garmin G1000 Line Maintenance Manual referenced
in Section 2.2.1
5. Engage the DCU circuit breaker and restore electrical power to the aircraft.
6. If the GSD41 was returned for service or is a new unit, reload software (v767.07
or later) per the Garmin G1000 Line Maintenance Manual referenced in
Section 2.2.1.
7. Test the GSD41 per Section 6.1.2.
8. Reinstall rear compartment wall.
4.3. Area Microphone
4. Install and secure the audio summing amplifier(s) to the bracket on the pedestal
using the screws (P/N MS35206-228) and washers (P/N NAS1149FN632P),
four per unit, as shown in Figure 8.
5. Connect connector(s) PI528 and/or PI529 as necessary to the left and right
audio summing amplifiers, respectively. Reference wiring diagram 3929306 in
Attachment 1 and Figure 8.
6. Engage the CVDR circuit breaker and restore electrical power to the aircraft.
7. Test the audio summing amplifiers per Section 6.1.2.
4.7. Flap Potentiometer
removing the hard shell headliner panel. Reference Chapters 25-23-00 Cabin
Upholstery Maintenance Practices and 27-50-01 Flap System Maintenance
Practices in the aircraft maintenance manual.
4. Install the potentiometer to the bracket assembly, ensuring the potentiometer
shaft is properly fitted in the lever assembly, using the three screws (P/N
MS35206-217) and mount cleats (P/N L3-7) as shown in Figure 9. Do not
tighten the screws yet.
5. Tighten the two set screws (P/N AN565D4H3) to secure the potentiometer shaft
to the lever assembly as shown in Figure 9.
6. Connect connector JC303 to PC303. Reference wiring diagram 3929306 in
Attachment 1.
7. Engage the CVDR circuit breaker and restore electrical power to the aircraft.
8. Configure and test the flap potentiometer per configuration drawing 3931322 in
Attachment 4, ensuring screws and mount cleats referenced in Step 4 have
been tightened before continuing.
9. Reinstall the hard shell headliner panel.
Preflight: Check that neither FDR FAIL or CVR FAIL messages are displayed on PFD1
and/or PFD2. If either message is displayed, refer to troubleshooting procedures listed in
Section 6.3.
Every 12 Months: Download and analyze at least one entire flights data and audio
recording. The operator must verify that the recorded values for each parameter being
recorded and the quality of the audio are both acceptable with regards to the actual flight
characteristics and communications that occurred during the recorded flight. Downloading
and testing procedures are listed in Section 6.1.2 of this report or in Section 4 of the L-3
Communications FA2100 CVDR Installation and Operation Instruction Manual (P/N
165E1847-01). The latest ROSE aircraft configuration file in accordance to Cessna
drawing 3931321 (file 3931321R0X) can be obtained through Propeller Aircraft Customer
Service at 316-517-5800.
Every 2 Years: Visually inspect the FA2100 CVDR (and ULD), GSD41, accelerometer,
potentiometer, impact switch, summing amplifiers, and area microphone for security of
installation, undue deterioration and wear, corrosion or any other form of damage. Check
that these components are clean and nameplates are legible. Visually inspect the
associated electrical connectors and strain reliefs at the mounting trays. Check for
cleanliness, unwarranted looseness, foreign material, properly installed clamp points, wire
damage, and bend radius. Visually inspect the associated wiring for signs of wire
degradation, evidence of broken, charred or corroded wiring. Look for evidence of:
moisture or fluids contamination, wire discoloration due to contamination or heat, wire
damage resulting from vibration (under clamps and tie straps), damage due to improper
maintenance, and damage due to foreign material. If any wire degradation is detected,
identify and eliminate the cause leading to wiring degradation. Repair/replace wiring as
required, referring to the aircraft and system wiring Sections 3.4 and 5.3. The ULD and
impact switch must also be tested. Refer to Section 6.1.2 for ULD and impact switch
testing procedures, and this Section, under maintenance interval Every 6 Years, for
servicing (battery replacement) the ULD if necessary.
Every 5 Years: The flap potentiometer must be adjusted/calibrated every five years or
any time maintenance is performed on the aircrafts flap control system. Verification of
Every 6 Years: The ULD is equipped with a battery that has an expected life of 6 years.
The ULD is part of the FA2100 CVDR unit and is mounted on the front for easy removal.
Refer to the L-3 Communications FA2100 CVDR Installation and Operation Instruction
Manual (P/N 165E1847-01) for instructions on servicing the ULD for battery replacement.
Table 3 provides a list of recommended equipment to test the FA2100 CVDR system per
the procedures listed in Section 6.1. Similar or equivalent test equipment is permissible to
use in place of the listed items.
Note: Test equipment must be maintained and inspected periodically to ensure good
working condition in accordance to the manufactures recommendations and/or the
Cessna Quality Control Manual (QCM).
Refer to the Wiring Diagram Manual, Chapter 20, Standard Practices - Airframe, for wiring
maintenance requirements and practices.
Refer to the Aircraft Serial Wiring Diagram CD ROM provided with the aircraft for all
system wiring diagrams specific to that aircraft.
6.1.1. Adjustment
Impact Switch
Verify the light on the impact switch is off and no annunciated CAS advisory
messages CVR FAIL and FDR FAIL are displayed at power up of PFD1.
Trip the impact switch by gently tapping the top aft avionics shelf with a blunt object
using a cloth or pad to protect the shelf from being scratched or damaged.
Verify the light on the impact switch turns on and both CVR FAIL and FDR FAIL
CAS advisory messages annunciate on PFD1.
Reset the impact switch by pressing the reset button on the switch.
Verify the light on the impact switch turns off and both CVR FAIL and FDR FAIL
CAS advisory messages extinguish on PFD1.
Area Microphone and Audio Summing Amplifiers
Refer to FA2100 CVDR System (CVR Operation) test procedure listed in this
section.
6.2. Inspection/Check
6.3. Troubleshooting
Note: The L-3 Communications FA2100 CVDR System requires G1000 System software
version 0767.07 or later.
7. AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS
7.1. Limitations and Replacement Intervals
The FA2100 CVDR System is non-essential and has no mandatory replacement time,
inspection interval, structural inspection procedures, or impact on the Cessna Aircraft
Company Model 208/208B Maintenance Manual, Chapter 4 Airworthiness Limitations.
Refer to Section 5.1 for recommended practices.
1. None.
7.1.2. Mandatory inspection intervals.
1. None.
7.1.3. Mandatory inspection procedures.
1. None.