1 Use or disclosure of information on this page is subject to the restrictions on the title page of this document HF Technical Description Honeywell’s new 28Vdc HF radio advances the performance and capability of our HF systems to meet the emerging needs of the HF market place, while still providing the best value of performance to cost.
The new Primus HF 1050 System is superior to other HF systems in many ways. Among many other features, it allows for the separation of the Power Amplifier and Antenna Coupler. This feature allows the antenna coupler to be located closer to the antenna, improving the effective radiated power of this 200-watt PEP high frequency system.
1.1 Key Features of the New Primus HF 1050 System:
Radio Features y HF1050 system is hard mounted; no shock mounts required eliminating 1.5 inches installation height and up to 5 inches in sway space restriction y Stored coupler tuning in non-volatile memory...once tuned always tuned. y High fidelity audio data input and data output for interface to external modems. 246 International Telecommunications Union (ITU) maritime radiotelephone network channels stored in permanent, non-volatile memory. y 280,000 discrete operating frequencies covering the 2.0000 to 29.9999 MHz frequency range. y SELCAL® compatible audio output to an external SELCAL® decoder alerting the pilot of an incoming voice call y PA/Coupler can be separated; coupler can be mounted next to antenna and tailored to specific aircraft/antenna configurations, maximizing the effective radiated HF power y RS 232 serial link maintenance ports to PC for test and monitoring control, BIT, and software update on the bench.
Tuning Options and Features
PS 440 RM 855 EPIC MCDU
User Programmable Channels 99 12 12 Emergency Channels Total 6 User Programmable 5 0 5 Fixed 1 6 1 ITU Channels 246 246 246 Tuning Step Size (Hz) 100 1000 100 Squelch types 4 1 4 Clarifier function Yes No Yes Coupler Tune Status Indication Aural Tone Tone Tone Visual Annunc None Annunc, configurable Flagging 5 1 Configurable On / Off Yes No Yes Volume Control Yes No No
2 Use or disclosure of information on this page is subject to the restrictions on the title page of this document y ARINC429 tuning y Controller Compatibility: PS-440 Stand Alone controller, RM-855 Radio Management Unit, and the MCDU Multi-function controller and display unit. Collins RTU 4210 / 4220.
1.2 Key Performance Characteristics of the HF 1050 System:
y The HF 1050 provides advanced squelch features that make the system easier to use. Four pilot-selectable squelch types are available with the PS-440 and MCDU controllers. y Syllabic squelch High* – used for high strength signals y Syllabic squelch Low* – used for low strength signals y Signal Strength y Signal to Noise Ratio Syllabic squelch helps eliminate background noise, yet lets voice signals through. y Superior Receiver selectivity through triple conversion intermediate frequency (IF) amplification and into digital signal processing y Improved “weak signal” reception and less noise through improved Receiver Sensitivity: SSB Operation –123 dBm > 10 dB SINAD (typ) (-113 dBm min). y Lower “receive audio” distortion (SSB) less than 5% y Robust performance: Low distortion 200 Watt Peak Envelope Power (PEP) transmitter output. y Quicker tuning: Coupler will match the antenna impedance with a first acquisition tune time <10 seconds (nominal), and return to stored tune condition in less than 20 milliseconds. This stored tune is placed in a non-volatile memory so that re-tuning will not be necessary for that channel and frequency in that installation as long as the coupler is not removed and antenna impedance does not change. y Rapid transition from Receive to Transmit y Lower Transmit & Receive VSWR increases coupler (antenna) effective radiated power and antenna receive signal: Tune to less than 1.5:1 VSWR Typical y Built-in-test capability for (BIT) diagnostic testing y Use of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and state of the art surface mount technology enables better reliability and overall performance. y Unit operation up to 55,000 feet outside the pressure vessel of the aircraft. Unit Certified to RTCA DO-160D and DO-178B Level C
1.3 HF Equipment Listing and Weights
Length Width Height Weight
Model Part Number Description in. * in. * in. * lbs.* KRX 1053 064-01073-0101 Receiver/Exciter 10.8 3.1 5.0 5.5 KRX 1053 050-03628-0000 Receiver/Exciter 11 3.3 0.25 0.3 Install Kit Install Kit(Rack only) KPA 1052 064-01072-0101 Power Amplifier 12.7 7.2 1.8 7.6 KPA 1052 050-03629-0000 Power Amplifier 12.8 7.3 0.25 0.7 Install Kit Install Kit(Rack only) KAC 1052 064-01074-0101 Antenna Coupler* 13.5 4.7 7.2 15.7
3 Use or disclosure of information on this page is subject to the restrictions on the title page of this document Length Width Height Weight Model Part Number Description in. * in. * in. * lbs.* KAC 1052 050-03658-0000 Antenna Coupler 13.6 4.7 0.25 0.5 Install Kits Vertical Install Kit (Weight for Rack only) 050-03660-0000 Antenna Coupler 13.6 7.2 0.25 0.7 Horizontal Install Kit (Weight for Rack only) 050-03661-0000 Antenna Coupler Dual 13.6 10 0.25 1.1 Vertical Install Kit (Weight for Rack only) PS 440 071-01605-1101 Primus II Select HF 5.375 2.375 2.625 1.1 Control Head, Amber/Gray Connectors and mounting hardware are not included in unit dimensions and weight.
2. HF 1050 System
2.1 KRX 1053 Receiver/Exciter
The KRX 1053 remote unit contains the receiver and the exciter for the HF 1050 system. It can be mounted outside the aircraft pressure vessel for operation at any altitude up to 55,000 feet. The exciter generates a low power transmit signal, which is fed to the power amplifier in the KPA 1052. Superior receive performance is achieved by a triple conversion receiver which employs digital signal processing, providing higher fidelity demodulation and a variety of squelch types. The KRX 1053 supports external SELCAL (SELective CALling) option. A standard SELCAL decoder (not furnished with the HF 1050 System) is required for operation. In a SELCAL equipped aircraft, the pilot can have the audio volume turned down completely or squelched to relieve background noise during flight. In order to contact the aircraft, a coded audio signal is sent, which is decoded by the SELCAL decoder on board the aircraft, which causes a visual or audio signal to be generated notifying the crew of the call.
2.2 KPA 1052 Power Amplifier
The KPA 1052 Power Amplifier is all solid-state. The PA mounts in a horizontal orientation, and can be mounted up to 50 feet away from the Antenna Coupler. It can be mounted outside the aircraft pressure vessel for operation at any altitude up to 55,000 feet and shock mounts are not required. The KPA 1052 amplifies the signal from the KRX 1053 Receiver/Exciter into a 200 watt peak envelope power (PEP) transmitted signal in single sideband operation or 50 watts of carrier power in AM operation. After filtering, the amplified signal is fed to the KAC 1052 antenna coupler. In the receive mode, the signal is passed through the KPA 1052 to the KRX 1053 receiver.
2.3 KAC 1052 Antenna Coupler
The KAC 1052 Antenna Coupler is mounted near the HF antenna to maximize transmission efficiency. The KAC 1052 can be mounted in either the vertical or horizontal position,
4 Use or disclosure of information on this page is subject to the restrictions on the title page of this document outside the aircraft pressure vessel for operation at any altitude up to 55,000 feet, and shock mounts are not required. The antenna coupler matches the impedance of the antenna to the 50 ohm output of the transmitter. A microprocessor in the KAC 1052 controls the antenna coupling function and exchanges information with the controller via the KRX 1053. A bridging amplifier is included in the design of the KAC 1052 allowing elimination of external bridging amplifier for dual HF installations. The KAC 1052 also keeps data in on- board non-volatile memory of all previously successful tuning solutions and uses this tuning data on subsequent tunes within the same frequency range.
2.4 PS 440 Primus II Select HF Controller
The PS 440 is a new ARINC 429 HF control head. It operates as a stand-alone controller in either single or dual HF installations. Selections of frequency or channel operation, emission modes, squelch and various options (i.e. ITU, Clairifer, HF Data Link, etc) are made by rotating two concentric knobs on the front panel. Two other concentric knobs, with a center push button, are used to select the operating frequency or programmed channel, and entering information into memory. Also, three push buttons are used for selecting emergency frequencies, performing self- tests, and selecting various settings. Information is displayed on a series of LCDs occupying two rows along the top of the controller.
3. Datalink Capability (Future Path Definition)
3.1 Design Objective
The HF 1050 design provides a clear growth path to support future requirements for HF data link communications. Although there is limited use for HF data link today, operators will need HF to support voice and data in the future to take full advantage of the benefits that will be available when CNS/ATM is fully implemented. The initial HF 1050 will meet the technical specifications to support data, and can be upgraded in the future to full data link capability without the need for an additional LRU. The KRX 1053 external connector pin numbers have already been designated for the HF data link so that harness wiring can proceed to be ready for the KRX 1053 with HF data link capability.
5 Use or disclosure of information on this page is subject to the restrictions on the title page of this document 3.2 Growth Path The HF 1050 provides high-fidelity data audio performance to support the error detecting modems needed for data link communications. In addition, the KRX 1053 is designed to accommodate a card that will contain the needed modem and frequency management functionality. The circuitry will be adapted into a single card that can be integrated into the KRX 1053. This upgrade will be available to support future CNS/ATM requirements. The space for that card is already allocated.
6 Use or disclosure of information on this page is subject to the restrictions on the title page of this document Appendix A – KHF 950 / KHF 1050 Feature Comparison
Feature Set Comparison
KHF 950 and KHF 1050
Feature KHF 950 KHF 1050
Output Power 150W PEP 200W PEP
Control Buss Dedicated HF controller ARINC 429 tuning; growth to standalone
required/proprietary buss controller
Shock Mounting All LRUs require shock mounting No shock mounting reqd; saves 1.5" for vibration vertical and up to 5" sway space
PA/Coupler tray mounting PA and Coupler must be mounted PA and Coupler can be mounted together separately
Squelch Selection and Signal strength squelch with Syllabic squelch high and low, signal Control continuous squelch control strength squelch, Signal to Noise squelch
Central Maintenance N/A CMC member system for LRU failure
Computer identification
HF Coupler tuning Tuning speed increased. Once tuned,
stays tuned at a selected frequency (even w/o power)
Data Capable Data interface for use with external
modem is standard.
Growth path to internal data link
capability Supports commercial data link (ACARS/AFIS)
7 Use or disclosure of information on this page is subject to the restrictions on the title page of this document Appendix B: Volumetric Comparison with KHF 950
The HF 1050 system volume as measured by LRU volume alone is greater than the KHF 950 system. However, the real impact of volume is measured as it’s installed in the aircraft. Due to higher levels of integration and ruggedization, the total installed volume required of the HF 1050 is actually far less than that of the KHF 950 as shown in the following analysis.
KHF 950 KHF 1050
Single HF System cu. In. cu. In. Receiver/Exciter LRU Volume 161.3 162.3 Shock Mount height addition 48.4 0 Required sway space 107.5 0 Total: 317.2 162.3
Coupler/PA LRU Volume 490.4 611.8 Shock Mount height addition 101.6 0 Required sway space 183.3 0 Total: 775.3 611.8
Single HFShunt Antenna Adapter 54.3 0
Single HF Bus Adapter for KFS594 32.3 0
Total installed volume required for Single HF system 1179.1 774.1
Dual Installation - additional volume required
Add Dual HF Shunt Antenna Adaptor 84.9 0 Subtract Single HF Shunt Ant Adaptor 54.3 0 Add Dual HF Bridging Amplifier 38.8 0 Add second HF Bus Adapter 32.3 0 101.7 0 Total installed volume required for dual HF system 2373.3 1548.2
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