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23 Communications
23 Communications
COMMUNICATIONS
GENERAL
MAINTENANCE PRACTICE
SPEECH COMMUNICATION
U2C05411 - U0HT1M0
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The use of the radio system on the Single Aisle aircraft is extremely
important for the safe operation of the aircraft. While taxiing and towing,
communication is necessary with the tower to safely move the aircraft.
Basic system description and procedures will enable the student to
understand system interconnect and correctly operate the systems by
selecting frequencies and setting transmission and reception modes. In
addition, the use of the Service Interphone communications will also be
explained.
The Panels and equipment that will be explained is as follows:
- Audio Control Panel (ACP),
- Radio Management Panel (RMP),
- Audio Management Unit (AMU),
- Radio transceivers,
- Acoustic equipment that includes: Boomsets, hand mikes, and handsets.
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
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TRANSMISSION MODE
To connect one of the acoustical devices (microphone) to the
transmission line, the associated transmission key must be selected
on the Audio Control Panel (ACP).
When the transmission key is pressed (green light illuminated) you
are ready to transmit. This selection can be disabled when you select
another transceiver or when you press the illuminated pushbutton
again. Only ONE transmit key can be selected at a time.
RECEPTION MODE
In order to listen on the selected transceiver, you must operate the
Audio Control Panel (ACP). On the ACP, the reception knobs allows
connection of the headsets / acoustic equipment to the transceiver
reception via the Audio Management Unit. To select a transceiver,
the corresponding reception knob must be released out. The reception
knob comes on white. To adjust the reception volume level, the
selected reception knob must be turned. Communications can now be
established.
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MAINTENANCE TIPS
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RAD SELECTION
The RAD position of the INT/RAD selector switch puts the pre-selected
channel in emission (here VHF 1). This is an unstable position. This
position acts like the selection of the hand microphone pushbutton or like
the PTT pushbutton of the side-stick.
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FREQUENCY SELECTION
On the Radio Management Panel (RMP), when the ON/OFF switch is
set to ON position, two frequencies previously selected appear on the
windows. To select a new frequency in a different system, the related
key must be pressed in on the RMP. The associated green light comes
on. The desired frequency can be selected in the STand-BY/CouRSe
window using the dual selector knob. Pressing the transfer pushbutton,
activates the frequency and displays it in the active window, whereas the
previous active frequency becomes stand-by.
TRANSMISSION MODE
To connect the transmission line to the chosen transmitter, the
corresponding transmission key must be pressed in on the Audio Control
Panel (ACP). Only one transceiver can be selected at a time. This selection
can be disabled when:
- the transmission key, previously selected, is pressed in again,
- another transmitter is selected.
RECEPTION MODE
On the ACP, the reception knob makes the connection of the headset to
the transceiver reception. To select a receiver, the related reception knob
must be released out. The reception knob comes on white. To adjust the
reception level, the selected reception knob must be turned. The
communication can now be established.
OPERATION
When the Push-To-Talk (PTT) switch is pressed in, the hand mike is
connected and the VHF1 transceiver transmits. The Boomset mike is
connected when the PTT is pressed in on the Side Stick or the PA
transmission key is pressed in on the ACP. On the ACP, several reception
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OPERATION
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The aircraft behaves like a Faraday cage and should be discharged. The
static dischargers avoid static electricity discharging noise and ensure a
good quality of radio transmission, without interference. The purpose of
the static dischargers is:
- to discharge the static electricity accumulated by the aircraft during its
flight,
- to supply better intelligibility on the HF and VHF system (avoid static
electricity discharge noise).
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PURPOSE
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The disposition of the static dischargers is used for the dispatch of the
static electricity. There are located around the aircraft extremities.
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If the aircraft has been struck by lightning the static dischargers are the
first elements destroyed and they can be easily replaced. Two kinds of
static dischargers are installed, depending on their localization on the
aircraft:
- one with a straight mounting installed at the trailing edges,
- one with a 30 degree angle mounting, installed at the tips.
Two types of retainer are installed:
- a flat retainer at the trailing edges,
- an angular retainer at the tips.
The two types are not interchangeable.
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CFDIU
All the fault messages and all the warnings recorded by the Centralized
Fault Display Interface Unit (CFDIU) can be transmitted automatically
to the ACARS MU as soon as the CFDIU receives them from a system
or a Flight Warning Computer (FWC). The CFDIU can transmit the Post
Flight Report (PFR) automatically to the ACARS MU at the end of the
flight. This report can also be transmitted to the ACARS MU manually.
After a dialogue in menu mode between the CFDIU and a system, any
page displayed on an MCDU by the CFDIU can be transmitted manually
to the ACARS MU.
VHF 3
The VHF 3 transceiver (XCVR) is normally used for ACARS data
transmission and reception, but it can also be used in conventional radio
communication mode. The VHF3 XCVR receives a voice/data discrete
signal, which determines the mode of operation: DATA mode or RADIO
mode. In DATA mode, the XCVR is keyed by the ACARS MU through
the DATA keyline. The digital data exchanged between the MU and the
VHF 3 XCVR are coded by 1.200 and 2.400 hertz tones. In
RADIO-COMMUNICATION mode, the XCVR can be tuned either by
the ACARS MU or by any Radio Management Panel (RMP). This is
determined by the port select discrete signal sent by the ACARS MU.
RMP
Each RMP receives the same port select discrete signal as VHF 3 from
the ACARS MU. In normal condition, any RMP is able to tune the VHF
3 XCVR. When a RMP controls the VHF 3 frequency, it sends a remote
voice/data select discrete signal to the ACARS MU to force it to leave
the control of the VHF 3 frequency.
SDAC1
The ACARS MU receives the System Data Acquisition Concentrator
(SDAC)1 main bus and can use any information given by this bus. The
MU can also trigger ECAM messages. The ECAM can display messages
related to ACARS operation on EWD.
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FMGC
The ACARS MU is linked to the Flight Management and Guidance
Computer (FMGC)1 and 2. The FMGCs transmit the following messages
to the ACARS MU either automatically or manually:
- request for flight plan initialization,
- request for wind messages,
- pre-flight report,
- in-flight report,
- PFR.
Each function is rendered operational or not depending on the message
transmitted by the ACARS MU to the FMGCs.
The ACARS MU transmits the following messages to the FMGCs either
automatically or manually:
- flight plan initialization,
- wind message,
- advisory message related to a "request not transmitted to the ground",
- request for a pre-flight report,
- request for a PFR.
DMU
Each report generated by the Data Management Unit (DMU) can be
programmed individually for transmission to the ACARS MU either
automatically or manually. The ACARS MU can also require generation
and transmission of any report by the DMU. The ACARS MU can send
information to the DMU when each report has been duly transmitted to
the ground.
FWC
The ACARS MU provides FWCs 1 and 2 with data indicating for ACARS
configurations. FWC 1 and 2 enable display of the corresponding
indications on the memo zone of the upper ECAM Display Unit (DU).
The DU only shows one indication even with several configurations at
the same time. These indications are:
- ACARS MSG: indicates reception of a ground message,
- ACARS STBY: indicates loss of communication with the ground,
- VHF3: VOICE: indicates that the VHF3 transceiver is not controlled
by the ACARS,
- ACARS CALL: indicates reception of a voice communication demand
with the ground.
When the FWCs are no longer given with this data by the ACARS MU,
or do not receive it in normal conditions, the ACARS MU appears on
the faulty system list (ECAM STATUS page) and the amber ACARS
FAULT warning appears on the upper ECAM DU. The ACARS MU
receives the FWC1 main bus and can use any information given by this
bus.
PRINTER
The ACARS MU is linked to the printer. Data generated by the ACARS
MU from data transmitted by the ground and by peripheral computers
can therefore be printed, as well as data entered by the crew through the
MCDUs. The data are transmitted to the printer by the ACARS MU
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PRINTER
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MCDU
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ACARS FAILURE
With the ACARS MU failed or selected OFF, the VHF 3 can only be
used with the Audio Management Unit (AMU) in normal audio
communication.
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ACARS FAILURE
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DEU A
Twenty six to thirty two type A Decoder/Encoder Units (DEUs) are
installed above the windows in the cabin ceiling and close to the center
ceiling for the DEUs in the entrance area. The type A DEUs are connected
to the directors (DIRs) via a top-line data bus (i.e. : two wire twisted and
shielded cable). A broken wire in one top-line bus will only affect the
type A DEUs behind the crack on this bus. The type A DEUs of the other
top-line bus will work without disturbance.
Pushbuttons are installed on the PSU above each seat row and in the
lavatories.
PASSENGER SIGNS
The passenger signs include NO SMOKING or the optional NO
ELECTRONIC DEVICE lights, FASTEN SEAT BELT lights, NON
SMOKER ZONE lights and RETURN TO SEAT lights in the
lavatories. Furthermore, for the passenger call system, the seat row
lights are connected to the type A DEUs.
CABIN LIGHTS
The cabin lights include:
- entrance area lights,
- lavatory lights,
- attendant lights,
- reading lights,
- cabin fluorescent strip lights.
LOUDSPEAKERS
The loudspeakers are installed in the Passenger Service Unit (PSU),
in each lavatory and near the attendant station. They are all identical
and are used for:
- passenger address announcements,
- call chimes (optional).
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DEU B
Basically 4 type B DEUs (optional maximum of 6), are installed near the
exit doors in the center ceiling (Except A321, which can be equipped
with 8 DEUs B). They are connected to the DIRs via a middle line data
bus. There are two supplementary DEU B mounts installed as a provision.
Type B DEU interface, may vary with different locations and with specific
airline requirements.
The DIRs receive signals from the drain mast control unit via type B
DEUs. If the drain mast heater or the control unit fails the CIDS CAUT
light on the FAP comes on.
The DIRs receive signals from the bottle pressure sensors via type B
DEUs. If the pressure is low, the Cabin Intercommunication Data
System (CIDS) CAUTion light on the Forward Attendant Panel (FAP)
comes on.
One basic and one optional Area Call Panel (ACP) can be connected
to each DEU B.
EPSU
The Emergency Power Supply Units (EPSU) are connected to type
B DEUs for the emergency lighting system test.
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FUNCTION
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PRIORITY
SOURCES
A PA announcement can be manually initiated from the cockpit and from
the cabin. The announcement from the cockpit can be initiated with:
- the cockpit handset,
- other equipment: handmic, boomset mic, oxygen-mask mic in
conjunction with the Audio Control Panels (ACPs),
- the NO SMOKING and SEAT BELTS switches set to ON.
The announcement from the cabin can be initiated with:
- the attendant handsets,
- the Forward Attendant Panel (FAP): from which the prerecorded
announcements, stored in the PRerecorded Announcement and Music
(PRAM), can be selected and initiated, as the BoardinG Music (BGM),
- if a video system is installed, PA announcements can be initiated from
the Video Control Unit (VCU) (optional).
A PA announcement can be automatically initiated from the PRAM when:
- the NO SMOKING and SEAT BELTS cockpit switches are set to AUTO
and according to the airline definition,
- a cabin decompression occurs.
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PA LEVEL
The volume of PA announcements can be automatically adjusted if several
conditions are met. It is the active DIR which establishes the level
according to the software, sending the level setting to each individual
type A DEU. Then the type A DEUs do the required amplification. When
an engine is running, the PA volume is increased automatically by + 6
dB. The PA volume is also increased by + 4 dB in the event of cabin
depressurization. Depending on software, PA level may be adjustable
via Programming and Test Panel (PTP) menu screens.
PA LEVEL
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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NOTE: When the CAB and INT keys are pressed (respectively on the
ACPs in the cockpit and on the handset in the cabin), speech
communications can be established between the cockpit, the
cabin stations and the jacks.
OPTIONS
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GENERAL
No Smoking (NS) signs on is achieved by a 3-position switch
(ON/AUTO/OFF) in the flight compartment for NS and EXIT signs in
the passenger compartment. Fasten Seat Belt (FSB) and return to seat
signs on is achieved by a 2-position switch (ON/OFF) in the flight
compartment for FSB signs in the passenger compartment and the return
to seat signs in the lavatories. A class divider will be installed in the cabin
when more than one cabin zone is adopted.
EXCESSIVE ALTITUDE
OPTIONS
MANUAL MODE
In manual mode, the 3-position switch installed in the flight
compartment can be set in the ON/OFF position for
activation/deactivation of the NS and EXIT signs. Visual indication:
the NS at the seat rows and the EXIT signs are switched on/off. Aural
indication: one low chime is broadcast via all passenger and all
attendant (ATTND) loudspeakers when the signs are switched on/off.
AUTOMATIC MODE
For the automatic mode, the 3-position switch installed in the flight
compartment has to be set in the AUTO position. When the landing
gear is down and locked the NS and EXIT signs are switched on. The
visual and aural indications are the same as in the manual mode.
AUTOMATIC MODE
There is no automatic mode in the basic version.
In case of excessive altitude the FSB, return to seat, NS and the EXIT
signs switch on automatically.
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GENERAL
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If a failure of:
- both directors,
- 50% of all type A Decoder/Encoder Units (DEUs),
- 20% of adjacent type A DEUs zone wise,
- all type B DEUs with connected handset,
happens, the single chime sounds, the ECAM MASTER CAUT comes
on in the cockpit and the CIDS CAUT light comes on, on the Forward
Attendant Panel (FAP). The failure message is shown on the ECAM
EWD, and on request, on the STATUS page. A "CIDS FAIL" (check
CIDS functions) message is displayed for cabin crew on the PTP for all
cases. The related message is sent to the Centralized Fault display System
(CFDS)/PTP:
- DIR (via DIR 1 + 2),
- 50% type A DEUs,
- 20% type A DEUs in (x) zone,
- all type B DEUs with handset.
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CIDS 1 + 2 FAULT
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Some CIDS caution message or failure signals also activate the CIDS
CAUT light on the FAP.
NOTE: The CIDS CAUT light can be reset in flight, but comes on again
on the ground (landing gear down and locked). The light cannot
be reset on the ground. When a CIDS CAUT occurs, the
respective failure message is displayed on the PTP.
The CIDS CAUT light comes on if :
- both DIRs fail,
- 50% of all type A DEUs fail,
- 20% of adjacent type A DEUs fail zonewise,
- all type B DEUs with a connected handset fail,
- no data from Smoke Detection Control Unit (SDCU) channel 1 and 2,
- the lavatory smoke detector fails (option),
- lavatory fire extinguisher bottle pressure low (by SDCU) (option),
- the heater of the drain mast fails,
- the control unit of the drain mast fails,
- the slides bottle pressure is low,
- the doors bottle pressure is low,
- CIDS top bus,
- CIDS mid bus,
- DEU-A,
- DEU-B,
- FAP, PTP, Cabin Assignment Module (CAM),
- no data from CAM,
- no data from FAP,
- no data from PTP.
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The following sequence deals with the Programming and Test Panel
(PTP) SYSTEM STATUS and SYSTEM TEST functions. After pressing
the DiSPLay ON pushbutton, the first page gives access to 3 main parts:
- SYSTEM STATUS to get information on the Cabin Intercommunication
Data System (CIDS) and on all connected cabin systems,
- SYSTEM TEST to test CIDS as well as all connected cabin systems,
- PROGRAMMING to change the zoning, (not explained in this module).
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MAINTENANCE
The MAINTENANCE page gives access to the same items as the
Centralized Fault Display System (CFDS) SYSTEM REPORT/TEST
concerning the CIDS:
- last leg report,
- previous legs report,
- Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) identification,
- fault data,
- class 3 faults,
- ground scan.
In flight, only the "CURRENT LEG REPORT" item is displayed and
available.
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LRU IDENTIFICATION
The Part Number of the relevant unit is shown.
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GROUND SCAN
FAULT DATA
This display contains the same DATA as "TROUBLE SHOOTING
DATA" when using the MCDU with the CFDS. It shows:
- the date,
- the leg number,
- the hour,
- the number of occurrences,
- a 6 digits code which gives a more precise failure identification.
For example, code 240A07 means DEU A 200RH07 discrete output
or wiring connection pin J2-2.
NOTE:
The GROUND SCAN indicates all class 1 and 2 failures which are
present on ground. For the continuously monitored systems, the ground
memory will be updated when the failure has been cancelled. For
non-monitored systems, the update will occur after a DIR power-on
or after a test activation via the PTP or MCDU.
CLASS 3 FAULTS
This display shows class 3 fault messages from the following items:
- CFDIU,
- SDCU channel 1,
- SDCU channel 2,
- SDAC 1,
- sign lamp,
- call lamp,
- Attendant Indication Panel (AIP),
- Additional Attendant Panel (AAP),
- reading light,
- reading light Printed Circuit Board (PCB),
- power reading light PCB,
- work light FWD, MIDdle, AFT,
- work light PCB FWD, MID,
- power PCB FWD, MID, AFT,
- Passenger Entertainment System (PES) Main Multiplexer (MMUX),
- announcement reproducer,
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The SYSTEM TEST function is used for the test on ground only of the
following units: :
- active DIR,
- CIDS bus,
- DEU A,
- DEU B,
- CAM,
- PTP,
- FAP,
- AAPs,
- AIPs,
- loudspeakers,
- sign lamps,
- Area Call Panels (ACPs),
- passenger call lamps,
- reading/work lights,
- emergency light battery,
- drain masts.
NOTE: Test of the passive director (DIR) 2 is only available via the
MCDU. (ACT) indicates that director 1 is active.
The RESET function initiates a CIDS power on reset including the
complete power on test. The complete power on test is only done if there
is at least one cabin door open. If there is a failure, it can be read using
the automatically displayed SYSTEM STATUS/MAINTENANCE mode
on the PTP.
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NOTE:
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PRIORITY
SOURCES
A PA announcement can be manually initiated from the cockpit and from
the cabin. The announcement from the cockpit can be initiated with:
- the cockpit handset,
- other equipment: handmic, boomset mic, oxygen-mask mic in
conjunction with the Audio Control Panels (ACPs),
- the No Smoking (NS) and Fasten Seat Belts (FSB) switches set to ON.
The announcement from the cabin can be initiated with:
- the attendant handsets,
- the Flight Attendant Panel (FAP); from which the prerecorded
announcements, stored in the PRerecorded Announcement and Music
(PRAM) flash card (optional) integrated into the FAP, can be selected
and initiated, as the BoardinG Music (BGM). Instead of the flash card,
PRAM-audio cassette/compact disc reproducer can be optionally installed.
- the Video Control Unit (VCU) if a video system is installed (optional).
A PA announcement can be automatically initiated from the PRAM when:
- the NS or FSB cockpit switches are set to AUTO and the landing gear
is down and locked or slats and flaps are activated,
- a cabin decompression occurs.
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PA LEVEL
The CIDS transmits the PA announcements and the BGM to all passenger
related loudspeakers. When an engine is running, the PA volume is
increased automatically by + 6 dB, and by + 4 dB in the event of cabin
depressurization, monitored by the Cabin Pressure Controller (CPC). The
PA volume is also increased in case of a data bus failure (top line). If
during a PA announcement the cockpit door is opened, there is a volume
decrease of the PA announcement in the cockpit door area, to avoid a
feedback with the cockpit. The CIDS gives the possibility to change the
volume of chimes and announcements in all defined cabin areas
independently. To change the settings in one area, the LEVEL
ADJUSTMENT page must be selected on the FAP. The related Adjust
button must be pushed on the LEVEL ADJUSTMENT page to open the
related VOLUME ADJUSTMENT subpanel. To select the respective
location the up/down buttons must be pushed on the VOLUME
ADJUSTMENT subpanel. The volume of announcements and chimes is
increased/decreased by pushing the related plus/minus button on the
subpanel.
PA LEVEL
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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NOTE: When the CAB and INT keys are pressed (respectively on the
ACPs in the cockpit and on the handset in the cabin), speech
communications can be established between the cockpit, the
cabin stations and the jacks.
OPTIONS
When a passenger (PAX) seat call P/B is pressed on the Passenger Service
Unit (PSU):
- the associated seat row numbering light comes on,
- a high 1 chime is broadcasted over all attendant (ATTND) and PAX
loudspeakers,
- the blue Light Emitting Diode (LED), on all Area Call Panels (ACPs)
comes on continuously.
If several P/Bs are pressed simultaneously, a maximum of three chimes
sound. The call indications associated with an activated P/B are reset
when the same P/B is pressed a second time.
The results of this call are the same as the one defined when the call
is initiated from the PSU with all possible options.
A specific Call Reset button for all PAX calls from all zones is
localized on the AUDIO page on the FAP. Both aural and visual
indications are reset when this P/B is pressed.
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AUTOMATIC MODE
MANUAL MODE
In manual mode, the 3 position NO SMOKING SW installed in the
flight compartment can be set in the ON/OFF position for
activation/deactivation of the NS and EXIT signs. Visual indication:
The NS at the seat rows and the EXIT signs are switched on/off. Aural
indication: One low chime is broadcast via all passenger and all
ATTeNDant loudspeakers when the signs are switched on/off. All the
NS signs (including cabin crew NS signs) can be switched on by
selecting the NON SMOKER A/C button on the CABIN
PROGRAMMING page of the Flight Attendant Panel (FAP), all NS
and attendant NS signs are switched on, regardless of the position of
the cockpit switches. This does not affect the EXIT signs.
AUTOMATIC MODE
For the automatic mode, the 3 position NO SMOKING SW installed
in the flight compartment has to be set in the AUTO position. When
the landing gear is down and locked the NS and EXIT signs are
switched on. The visual and aural indications are the same as in the
manual mode.
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MANUAL MODE
EXCESSIVE ALTITUDE
In case of excessive altitude the FSB, RTS, NS and the EXIT signs switch
on automatically.
OPTIONS
The following options can be embodied upon customer request:
- flashing mode of passenger lighted signs,
- chime activation at signs "ON" operation only,
- automatic FSB signs control at landing gear down and locked,
- automatic FSB signs control when slats and flaps are activated,
- automatic NS signs control when slats and flaps are activated,
- combined NS/seat row numbering signs.
Any of these options, once adopted, will be integrated in the Cabin
Assignment Module (CAM) flash card.
The FSB and NS will flash for approximately five seconds, when the
related switches in the flight compartment are set to the ON position.
After expiration of this time period the signs will remain on and steady
until they are switched off.
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GENERAL
The indication of the failures depends on their importance. On the Flight
Attendant Panel (FAP), there is a Cabin Intercommunication Data System
(CIDS) CAUTion light in the upper left corner of the touchscreen. It is
normally off. The CAUT light comes on amber and flashes when the
active director (DIR) detects a fault that needs cabin crew action. The
action needed is shown in the heading row (e.g. Please select Doors page).
When you select the page, the CAUT light stops flashing and remains
on continuously. If the fault is cleared the CAUT light goes off. For some
faults, the required page is automatically shown on the FAP, there can
also be a blue card message. This is a blue rectangle with a fault message
written in amber. Major CIDS faults (class 1) are also indicated to the
flight crew with Flight Warning System (FWS) level 2 or level 1 alerts.
All CIDS faults generate Centralized Fault Display System
(CFDS)/MCDU class 1, 2, 3 messages. Contrary to cockpit indications,
the FAP failures indications doe not depend on flight phases.
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On the ECAM Control Panel (ECP), push the STatuS P/B, the message
INOP SYS CIDS comes on on the lower ECAM DU.
On the panel 121VU, after approximately 10 s, close the C/B DIR
NORM/1 and DIR NORM/2, after that on the panel 49VU close the C/Bs
DIR ESS/1 and DIR ESS/2, the CIDS CAUT light goes off, then close
the C/B DIR 1/BAT and DIR 2/BAT on the panel 121VU.
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Wait approximately 5 min before starting the next test step. After that,
on the FAP the CIDS CAUT light is still off, and in the cockpit on the
upper and lower ECAM DUs, all CIDS FAULT messages are off.
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On the PTP push the DiSPLay ON membrane SW, the CIDS menu pages
comes on.
Push the SYSTEM STATUS related membrane SW, the page comes on
with system OK messages.
Push the CONTinuous related membrane SW until the MAINTENANCE
message comes on
Push the MAINTENANCE related membrane SW, the page comes on.
Push the CONT related membrane SW until the GROUND SCAN
message comes on.
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Push the GROUND SCAN related membrane SW, the page comes on
with NO FAILURE message.
Push the RETurn related membrane SW until the SYSTEM STATUS
page comes on, thereafter, push the CONT related membrane SW until
the MAINTENANCE message comes on.
Push the MAINTENANCE related membrane SW until, the page comes
on.
Push the CONT related membrane SW, the CLASS 3 FAULTS message
comes on.
Push the CLASS 3 FAULTS related membrane SW, this occurs that the
CLASS 3 FAULTS page comes on with NO FAILURE messages comes
on.
To finish, push the DSPL ON membrane SW, the CIDS menu page comes
on.
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CLOSE UP
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PES VIDEO
The PES video shows prerecorded video movies and video announcements
through different Display Units (DUs) in the passenger compartment.
The video is transmitted to the video System Control Unit (SCU) from
the Video Tape Reproducers (VTRs). The video sound is transmitted to
the MAIN MUX and to the CIDS. Therefore video sounds can be heard
from the headset through the PCU or from the loudspeakers. The in-seat
video DUs are supplied through the MAIN MUX.
PES
PRAM
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AIRBUS S.A.S.
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REFERENCE U2C05411
OCTOBER 2005
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