PS Engineering Tactical Radio Adapter - Manual (Page 5)

PS Engineering
Radio Adapter (12100) Series Interface
Installation Manual
200-002-0002 2-1 Rev. 5, Feb. 2009
Section II - Installation
2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1.1 SCOPE
This section provides detailed installation and interconnect instructions for the PS Engi-
neering Radio Adapter (12100)-Series Interface.
Please read this manual carefully before beginning any installation to prevent damage and
post installation problems. Installation of this equipment requires special tools and
knowledge. The equipment must be installed by an appropriately rated Certified Repair
Station or other certified agency, in accordance with applicable regulations.
2.2 Unpacking and Preliminary Inspection
Use care when unpacking the equipment. Inspect the units and parts supplied for visible
signs of shipping damage. Examine the unit for loose or broken items, etc. Verify the
correct quantity of components supplied with the list in Section 1.6 (B). If any claim is to
be made, save the shipping material and contact the freight carrier. Do NOT return units
damaged in shipping to PS Engineering. If the unit or accessories shows any sign of ex-
ternal shipping damage, contact PS Engineering to arrange for a replacement. Under no
circumstances attempt to install a damaged unit in an aircraft. Equipment returned to PS
Engineering for any other reason should be shipped in the original PS Engineering pack-
aging, or other UPS approved packaging.
2.3 Equipment Installation Procedures
2.3.1 Cooling Requirements
Forced air cooling of the Radio Adapter (12100) is not required. However the unit should
be kept away from heat producing sources (i.e. defrost or heater ducts, dropping resistors,
heat producing avionics) without adequate cooling air provided.
2.3.2 Mounting Requirements
The Radio Adapter (12100) must be rigidly mounted to the aircraft structure. Mounting
orientation is not important, however we do recommend that the unit be close to the
communications transceiver and that the wiring runs should be as short as practicable.
Installation must comply with FAA Advisory Circular AC 43.13-2A. The unit may be
mounted in any area where adequate clearance for the unit and associated wiring bundle
exist.
2.3.3 Mounting Hole configuration
The unit is mounted with two mounting flanges. The hole pattern is shown in figure 1.