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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................................INTRO-1
1. Proprietary, Export, and Precautionary Data .........................................................................INTRO-1
A. Proprietary Notice ...........................................................................................................INTRO-1
B. Export Notice...................................................................................................................INTRO-1
C. Special Precautions ........................................................................................................INTRO-1
2. Content Data ..........................................................................................................................INTRO-2
A. How to Use This Manual .................................................................................................INTRO-2
B. Weights and Measurements ...........................................................................................INTRO-3
C. Acronyms and Abbreviations ..........................................................................................INTRO-3
3. Customer Assistance .............................................................................................................INTRO-5
A. Whom to Contact ............................................................................................................INTRO-5
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................... 1-1
1. General ............................................................................................................................................ 1-1
2. System Components ....................................................................................................................... 1-2
3. System Description ......................................................................................................................... 1-5
A. Radio Frequency (RF) Transmitter and Receiver .................................................................... 1-5
B. TCAS ll Interface ...................................................................................................................... 1-6
C. ADLP Interface, ADLP Function, and Transponder Level ....................................................... 1-6
D. Altimeter Interface .................................................................................................................... 1-6
E. Controller Interface .................................................................................................................. 1-6
F. GPS Interface........................................................................................................................... 1-7
G. Discrete Interfaces and Configuration Interfaces..................................................................... 1-8
H. Built-In Test Functions ............................................................................................................. 1-8
I. RS-232 Data Loader Interface ..................................................................................................... 1-8
J. Navigation Data ARINC 429 Interfaces ....................................................................................... 1-8
K. Reserved I/O for Future Features ............................................................................................ 1-8
L. Failure Classifications .................................................................................................................. 1-8
4. General Description......................................................................................................................... 1-9
A. Purpose of System ................................................................................................................... 1-9
5. Component Descriptions ............................................................................................................... 1-11
A. NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder .................................................................................. 1-11
B. NXT-700 Front Panel Description .......................................................................................... 1-18
C. Control Panels........................................................................................................................ 1-19
6. Functional Description and Operation ........................................................................................... 1-20
A. Functional Operation .............................................................................................................. 1-20
B. Mode S/ATCRBS Interrogations and Replies ........................................................................ 1-22
C. Mode S ELS/EHS and ADS-B OUT ....................................................................................... 1-28
D. Mode S Message Format and Data Field Definition .............................................................. 1-43
7. System Software Upload/Fault Log Download ............................................................................. 1-47
A. Software Program Description and Configuration ................................................................. 1-47
B. WebEDDIT Interface Description ........................................................................................... 1-48
8. Software Data Uploading and Part Number Verification Procedures ........................................... 1-49
A. Software Loading Using a Stand-Alone PC with WebEDDIT ................................................ 1-49
B. Software Verification Using a Stand-Alone PC with WebEDDIT ........................................... 1-50
9. Fault Log Downloading Procedures .............................................................................................. 1-51
A. Fault Log Downloading Using a Stand-Alone PC with WebEDDIT ....................................... 1-51
10. Mode S/ADS-B Configuration Verification Procedures ............................................................. 1-51
A. Configuration Verification Using a Stand-Alone PC with WebEDDIT .................................... 1-51

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MECHANICAL INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................. 2-1

1. General ............................................................................................................................................ 2-1
2. Equipment and Materials ................................................................................................................ 2-1
3. Mechanical Installation Design ........................................................................................................ 2-1
A. Transponder Provisions ........................................................................................................... 2-1
B. Transponder Antenna Provisions............................................................................................. 2-6
C. Control Panel Provisions .......................................................................................................... 2-6
D. Antenna Coaxial Cable Requirements ..................................................................................... 2-6
E. Aircraft Configuration Requirements ........................................................................................ 2-7
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................. 3-1
1. General ............................................................................................................................................ 3-1
2. Equipment and Materials ................................................................................................................ 3-1
3. Electrical Installation Procedure ...................................................................................................... 3-1
4. Electrical Installation........................................................................................................................ 3-1
A. NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder .................................................................................... 3-1
B. Control Panel ........................................................................................................................... 3-7
C. ATC Antennas ........................................................................................................................ 3-14
LOADING/GRADIENT SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................ 4-1
1. General ............................................................................................................................................ 4-1
2. Loading and Gradient Specifications .............................................................................................. 4-1
3. NXT-700 Strapping Options .......................................................................................................... 4-13
4. Mode S/ADS-B OUT Configuration Data ...................................................................................... 4-14
A. ADS-B Configuration Data Definition ..................................................................................... 4-14
B. ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin Configurable States ...................................... 4-15
C. ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin Parity ............................................................. 4-16
D. ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin Strapping ....................................................... 4-16
ADJUSTMENT/TEST ................................................................................................................................. 5-1
1. General ............................................................................................................................................ 5-1
2. Equipment and Materials ................................................................................................................ 5-1
3. Initial Harness Checkout (New Installations Only) .......................................................................... 5-1
A. Transponder and Control Panel Harness Checkout ................................................................ 5-1
B. LRU Pre-installation Power Check........................................................................................... 5-1
C. Initial System Installation Operational Test .............................................................................. 5-2
4. Transponder Self-Test..................................................................................................................... 5-2
5. Return-To-Service ........................................................................................................................... 5-2
FAULT ISOLATION.................................................................................................................................... 6-1
1. General ............................................................................................................................................ 6-1
2. Equipment ....................................................................................................................................... 6-1
3. Monitor Fault Logging...................................................................................................................... 6-1
4. Power-On Test ................................................................................................................................ 6-1
5. Self-Test Monitor ............................................................................................................................. 6-1
A. Self-Test Initiation from Test Button......................................................................................... 6-5
B. Front Panel Lamp Display........................................................................................................ 6-5
6. Continuous Performance Monitor ................................................................................................... 6-6
A. Fault Indications ....................................................................................................................... 6-7
MAINTENANCE PRACTICES ................................................................................................................... 7-1
1. General ............................................................................................................................................ 7-1
2. Equipment and Materials ................................................................................................................ 7-1
3. Procedure for the NXT-700 Transponder ....................................................................................... 7-1
A. Removal and Installation Procedure ........................................................................................ 7-1

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B. Adjustment Procedure ............................................................................................................. 7-2
C. Repair Procedure ..................................................................................................................... 7-2
D. Return to Service Procedure.................................................................................................... 7-2
4. Procedure for the Omnidirectional Antenna .................................................................................... 7-2
A. Removal and Installation Procedure ........................................................................................ 7-2
B. Adjustment Procedure ............................................................................................................. 7-3
C. Repair Procedure ..................................................................................................................... 7-3
D. Return to Service Procedure.................................................................................................... 7-3
5. Procedure for the Control Panel ...................................................................................................... 7-3
A. Removal and Installation Procedure ........................................................................................ 7-3
B. Adjustment Procedure ............................................................................................................. 7-4
C. Repair Procedure ..................................................................................................................... 7-4
D. Return to Service Procedure.................................................................................................... 7-4
6. Instruction for Continued Airworthiness, 14 CFR Part 25.1529 ...................................................... 7-4
INSPECTION/CHECK ................................................................................................................................ 8-1
1. General ............................................................................................................................................ 8-1
2. Procedure ........................................................................................................................................ 8-1
A. Check Transponder ................................................................................................................. 8-1
B. Check Antenna......................................................................................................................... 8-1
C. Check Control Panel ................................................................................................................ 8-1
CLEANING/PAINTING ............................................................................................................................... 9-1
1. General ............................................................................................................................................ 9-1
2. Equipment and Materials ................................................................................................................ 9-1
3. Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................... 9-2
A. Clean Transponder and Mounting Tray ................................................................................... 9-2
B. Clean Antenna ......................................................................................................................... 9-2
C. Clean Control Panel ................................................................................................................. 9-2
REPAIRS.................................................................................................................................................. 10-1
1. General .......................................................................................................................................... 10-1

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List of Illustrations
Figure 1-1: NXT-700 System Configuration ............................................................................................... 1-5
Figure 1-2: Basic Mode S System Interconnection .................................................................................. 1-10
Figure 1-3: Switch Transponder Antennas .............................................................................................. 1-11
Figure 1-4: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder ................................................................................. 1-12
Figure 1-5: NXT-700 Transponder Front Panel ....................................................................................... 1-18
Figure 1-6: NXT-700 Transponder DAPS Data Processing .................................................................... 1-31
Figure 2-1: NXT-700 Mode S Transponder Outline and Installation Diagram ........................................... 2-3
Figure 2-2: EMTEQ Tray Part Number MT4-1000S .................................................................................. 2-5
Figure 6-1: NXT-700 Transponder Front Panel ......................................................................................... 6-3

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List of Tables
Table INTRO-1: Related Publications ...............................................................................................INTRO-2
Table INTRO-2: Acronyms and Abbreviations ..................................................................................INTRO-3
Table 1-1: NXT-700 Transponder .............................................................................................................. 1-3
Table 1-2: NXT-700 Transponder Configurations ...................................................................................... 1-3
Table 1-3: NXT-700 Transponder Deviation Notes ................................................................................... 1-4
Table 1-4: Antennas ................................................................................................................................... 1-4
Table 1-5: Mounting Tray ........................................................................................................................... 1-5
Table 1-6: NXT-700 Failure Classifications ............................................................................................... 1-9
Table 1-7: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Leading Particulars .................................................. 1-13
Table 1-8: NXT-700 Transponder DO-160G Environmental Categories ................................................. 1-16
Table 1-9: Front Panel Lamp Definition ................................................................................................... 1-19
Table 1-10: Typical ATCRBS Reply Code Numbers ............................................................................... 1-23
Table 1-11: BDS 0,5 Airborne Position .................................................................................................... 1-33
Table 1-12: BDS 0,6 Surface Position ..................................................................................................... 1-34
Table 1-13: BDS 0,8 Aircraft ID and Category ......................................................................................... 1-35
Table 1-14: BDS 0,9 Airborne Velocity Subtypes 1 & 2 ........................................................................... 1-36
Table 1-15: BDS 0,9 Airborne Velocity Subtypes 3 & 4 ........................................................................... 1-37
Table 1-16: BDS 2,0 Aircraft Identification ............................................................................................... 1-38
Table 1-17: BDS 4,0 Selected Vertical Intent .......................................................................................... 1-38
Table 1-18: BDS 5,0 Track and Turn Report ........................................................................................... 1-39
Table 1-19: BDS 5,1 Position Report Coarse .......................................................................................... 1-39
Table 1-20: BDS 5,2 Position Report Fine ............................................................................................... 1-40
Table 1-21: BDS 6,0 Heading and Speed Report .................................................................................... 1-40
Table 1-22: BDS 6,1 Emergency/Priority Status ...................................................................................... 1-40
Table 1-23: BDS 6,1 TCAS RA Broadcast Message ............................................................................... 1-41
Table 1-24: BDS 6,2 Target State and Status Information ...................................................................... 1-41
Table 1-25: BDS 6,5 Aircraft Operational Status (Airborne) .................................................................... 1-42
Table 1-26: BDS 6,5 Aircraft Operational Status (Surface) ..................................................................... 1-43
Table 1-27: Uplink Format Messages ...................................................................................................... 1-44
Table 1-28: Downlink Format Messages ................................................................................................. 1-44
Table 1-29: Uplink Format Fields ............................................................................................................. 1-45
Table 1-30: Downlink Format Fields ........................................................................................................ 1-46
Table 1-31: WebEDDIT User Commands................................................................................................ 1-48
Table 3-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Interconnect Data ....................................................... 3-3
Table 3-2: ACSS Dual Mode S Control Panel Interconnect Data .............................................................. 3-7
Table 3-3: ACSS ATCRBS-Mode S Control Panel Interconnect Data ...................................................... 3-9
Table 3-4: Gables Flight ID/ATC/TCAS Control Panel ............................................................................ 3-12
Table 3-4: Gables Flight ID/ATC/TCAS Control Panel (cont.) ................................................................. 3-13
Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications ................................ 4-2
Table 4-2 - Maximum Airspeed ................................................................................................................ 4-13
Table 4-3 - Altitude Type .......................................................................................................................... 4-14
Table 4-4 - Cable Delay ........................................................................................................................... 4-14
Table 4-5: ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pins ...................................................................... 4-15
Table 4-6: ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin States ............................................................. 4-15
Table 4-7: Aircraft/Vehicle Length/Width Program Pin Strapping ............................................................ 4-16
Table 4-8: GPS Antenna Longitude Offset Program Pin Strapping ......................................................... 4-17
Table 4-9: Navigation Accuracy Category for Velocity (NACV) Program Pin Strapping .......................... 4-18
Table 4-10: System Design Assurance (SDA) Program Pin Strapping ................................................... 4-19
Table 4-11: ADS-B OUT Fail Disable Program Pin Strapping ................................................................. 4-19
Table 4-12: Aircraft Category Program Pin Strapping ............................................................................. 4-20

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INTRODUCTION

1. Proprietary, Export, and Precautionary Data

A. Proprietary Notice

(1) This document and the information disclosed herein are proprietary data of
ACSS. Neither this document nor the information contained herein shall be
used, reproduced, or disclosed to others without written authorization of ACSS,
except to the extent required for installation or maintenance of the recipient’s
equipment.
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (5 USC 552) AND DISCLOSURE OF
CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION GENERALLY (18 USC 1905).
(2) This document is being furnished in confidence by ACSS. The information
disclosed herein falls within exemption (b) (4) of 5 USC 552 and the prohibitions
of 18 USC 1905. Copyright 2016 ACSS. All Rights Reserved.
(3) ACSS is a U.S. registered trademark of ACSS. All other marks are owned by
their respective companies.

B. Export Notice

(1) This document contains unrestricted technical data and is being exported under
license exception TSU/OTS in accordance with EAR Section 740.13(a).
(2) These commodities, technology, or software were exported from the United
States in accordance with the export administration regulations. Diversion
contrary to U.S. law is prohibited. ECCN: 7E994 Schedule B#4901.99.0050.

C. Special Precautions

(1) Warnings, cautions, and notes in this manual give the data that follows:
• A WARNING is an operation or maintenance procedure or condition that, if
not obeyed, can cause injury or death.
• A CAUTION is an operation or maintenance procedure or condition that, if
not obeyed, can cause damage to the equipment.
• A NOTE gives data to make the work easier or gives directions to go to a
procedure.
(2) All personnel who operate equipment and do maintenance specified in this
manual must know and obey the safety precautions. The warnings and cautions
that follow apply to all parts of this manual.

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WARNING: BEFORE YOU USE A MATERIAL, REFER TO THE
MANUFACTURERS’ MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS FOR
SAFETY INFORMATION. SOME MATERIALS CAN BE DANGEROUS.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE MATERIALS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT TO
MATERIALS SPECIFIED BY ACSS. MATERIALS THAT ARE NOT
EQUIVALENT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND CAN
VOID WARRANTY.
CAUTION: THE MODE S TRANSPONDER SYSTEM CONTAINS ITEMS THAT
ARE ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESDS). IF YOU DO
NOT OBEY THE NECESSARY CONTROLS, A FAILURE OR
UNSATISFACTORY OPERATION OF THE UNIT CAN OCCUR FROM
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE. USE APPROVED INDUSTRY
PRECAUTIONS TO KEEP THE RISK OF DAMAGE TO A MINIMUM
WHEN YOU TOUCH, REMOVE, OR INSERT PARTS OR ASSEMBLIES.

2. Content Data

A. How to Use This Manual

(1) This manual gives general system description and installation information for the
NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder System. It also gives block diagram and
interconnect information to permit a general understanding of the overall system.
(2) The purpose of this manual is to help you install, operate, maintain and
troubleshoot the transponder in the aircraft. Common system maintenance
procedures are not presented in this manual. The best established shop and
flight line practices should be used.
(3) Related publications that are referred to in this manual are identified in Table
INTRO-1.

Table INTRO-1: Related Publications

Publication Publication No.

Handling, Storage, and Shipping Procedures A09-1100-001
Instruction Manual for ACSS Avionics Equipment
NOTES: You can order an ACSS Publication from ACSS as follows:
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B. Weights and Measurements

(1) All weights and measurements are in U.S. and S. I. (metric) values.
(2) The letter symbols for units of measurement are the same as shown in
ANSI/IEEE Std 260.

C. Acronyms and Abbreviations

(1) The acronyms and abbreviations that follow help the reader identify terms and
definitions used in this document.
(2) The letter symbols for units of measurement are the same as shown in
ANSI/IEEE Std 260.

Table INTRO-2: Acronyms and Abbreviations

Term Definition
AC Advisory Circular
ac Alternating Current
ACSS Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems
ADC Air Data Computer
ADIRU Air Data Inertial Reference Unit
ADLP Airborne Data Link Processor
ADS-B Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast
ALT Altitude
AMM Aircraft Maintenance Manual
ANSI American National Standards Institute
ANT Antenna
ARINC Aeronautical Radio, Incorporated
ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange
ATC Air Traffic Control
ATCRBS Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System
AUTO Automatic
BDS Binary Data Store
BIT Built-In Test
BITE Built-In Test Equipment
CAT Category
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
CMU Communication Management Unit
CRC Cyclic Redundancy Code
CS-ACNS Certification Specification-Airborne Communications, Navigation, and
Surveillance
DAPS Downlink of Aircraft Parameters
dc Direct Current
DF Downlink Format
DPSK Digital Phase Shift Keying
E/W East/West
EAR Export Administration Regulations

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Table INTRO-2: Acronyms and Abbreviations

Term Definition
EASA European Aviation Safety Agency
ELM Extended Length Message
ELS/EHS Elementary and Enhanced Surveillance
ESDS Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive
ETSO European Technical Standard Order
FAA Federal Aviation Administration
FCU Flight Control Unit
FMS Flight Management System
GICB Ground Initiated Comm-B
GND Ground
GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System
HAE Height Above Ellipsoid
HIL Horizontal Integrity Limit
HPL Horizontal Protection Limit
I/O Input/Output
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
ID, IDENT Identification
IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
IPC Illustrated Parts Catalog
IRU Inertial Reference Unit
LRU Line Replaceable Unit
MCP Mode Control Panel
MEL Minimum Equipment List
MSL Mean Sea Level
MTL Minimum Trigger Level
N/A Not Available
N/S North/South
NACV Navigation Accuracy Category for Velocity
NAS National Airspace System
NAV Navigation
NIC Navigation Integrity Category
NM Nautical Mile
NXT NXT Mode S/ADS-B Transponder
OMS Onboard Maintenance System
OTS Organized Track System
P/F Pass/Fail
PC Personal Computer
PN Part Number
PPM Pulse Position Modulation
PWR Power
RA Resolution Advisory
RF Radio Frequency
RPTG Reporting
RTCA Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics, Inc
RTN Return
RTS Return to Service

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Table INTRO-2: Acronyms and Abbreviations

Term Definition
S.I. International System of Units
SARPs Standard and Recommended Practices
SDA System Design Assurance
SDI Source Destination Identifier
SEL Select
SIL Source Integrity Level
SLS Side Lobe Suppression
SPI Special Position Identifier
SPR Sync Phase Reversal
SRC Source
SSM Sign/Status Matrix
SSR Secondary Surveillance Radar
TA Traffic Advisory
TCAS Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System
TSO Technical Standard Order
TSU Technical Services Unit
UAT Universal Access Transceiver
UELM Uplink Extended Length Message
UF Uplink Format
UTC Coordinated Universal Time
VFOM Vertical Figure of Merit
VSI Vertical Speed Indicator
VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
WGS-84 World Geodetic System 1984
XPDR Transponder

3. Customer Assistance

A. Whom to Contact

(1) For assistance with installation, operation or maintenance of the transponder

except for versions listed in (2) below, contact your local ACSS Dealer or ACSS
Customer Services Representative. Additional assistance can be obtained from:
ACSS
19810 N. 7th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ. 85027-4741

Tel: 623-445-7070
Fax: 623-445-7001

(2) For assistance with part number 9007000-57001 regarding installation, operation
or maintenance of the transponder, contact Bendix King at www.bendixking.com

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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1. General

The NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder supplies surveillance functions to both ground-based
and airborne interrogators and communication functions to onboard systems. The transponder
contains data link functions that allow it to function as part of the Aeronautical
Telecommunications Network (ATN). The data link functions allow communication with a
Communication Management Unit (CMU) through a Mode S Airborne Data Link Processor
(ADLP). The transponder replies to Air Traffic Control (ATC) Secondary Surveillance Radar
(SSR) ground based interrogations with Mode 3/A (aircraft identification or 4096 code) and Mode
C (barometric altitude reporting). The transponder also contains Mode S specific transmissions,
which are selective interrogations and replies directly to onboard systems with a unique 24-bit
code (Mode S address) assigned to each aircraft. The transponder can be upgraded to supply an
internal ADLP function.

The NXT-700 Transponder is compliant with the applicable requirements in EASA CS-ACNS
Subpart D initial issue 17 December 2013.
ELS Reports:
• Data Link Capability (BDS 1,0)
• GICB Capability (BDS 1,7)
• Flight Identification (BDS 2,0)
• ACAS Active Resolution Advisory (BDS 3,0)
• Mode S GICB Capability (BDS 1,8 – 1,C)
• Mode S MSP Capability (BDS 1,D – 1,F)

EHS Reports:
• Aircraft Intent (BDS 4,0)
• Track and Turn (BDS 5,0)
• Speed and Heading (BDS 6,0)
• TCAS/ACAS Unit Part Number (BDS E,5)
• TCAS/ACAS Unit Software Revision (BDS E,6)
• Position Report, Coarse (BDS 5,1)
• Position Report, Fine (BDS 5,2)
• Quasi-Static Parameter Monitoring (BDS 5,F)

The NXT-700 Transponder also provides Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)

“OUT” support using the Mode S DF17 Extended Squitter. This is a function for airborne and
surface aircraft which transmits horizontal and vertical position and velocity as well as other
pertinent surveillance information. The NXT-700 Transponder will automatically transmit DF17
information based on onboard navigation sensors with or without an interrogation from a ground
station or aircraft.

FAA final rule “Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B) Out Performance

Requirements To Support Air Traffic Control (ATC) Service”, effective August 11, 2010, added
requirements for aircraft operating in the following areas of the National Airspace System (NAS)
to meet 14 CFR Part 91.225 by January 01, 2020:

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NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder/Part No. 9007000
• Class A, B, and C
• Class E within the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia at and above 10,000 feet
MSL, excluding the airspace at and below 2,500 feet above the surface
• Class E airspace at and above 3,000 feet MSL over the Gulf of Mexico from the coastline of
the United States out to 12 nautical miles
• Around those airports identified in 14 CFR Part 91, Appendix D

A set of specific aircraft parameters are required in order for the transponder to transmit correct
Mode S Extended Squitters. Refer to the SYSTEM DESCRIPTION section for Mode S, ELS/EHS,
and ADS-B OUT for a list of required inputs. ARINC 718A-4 defines a method to strobe
transponder inputs for DO-260B compliant units in order to set values and thresholds for the
required parameters. Refer to Section 4 Loading/Gradient Specifications for more information.

DF17 Extended Squitter Reports:

• Airborne Position (BDS 0,5)

• Surface Position (BDS 0,6)
• Extended Squitter Status (BDS 0,7)
• Aircraft Identification and Category (BDS 0,8)
• Airborne Velocity (BDS 0,9)
• Emergency/Priority Status (BDS 6,1 subtype 1)
• TCAS RA Message (BDS 6,1 subtype 2)
• Target State and Status (BDS 6,2)
• Aircraft Operational Status, Airborne (BDS 6,5)
• Aircraft Operational Status, Surface (BDS 6,5)

ADS-B functionality supports improved use of airspace, improved surface surveillance, and
enhanced safety.

NOTE: This article meets the minimum performance and quality control standards required by a
technical standard order (TSO). If you are installing this article on or in a specific type or
class of aircraft, you must obtain separate approval for installation.

2. System Components

This section provides details for the various NXT-700 Transponder versions and provides details
for a few of the controllers, antennas, and mounting trays that are necessary to accomplish an
aircraft installation. Note that the required connectors, coaxial cable assemblies, wire harnesses,
circuit breakers, etc details are not included in this section.

Component Table No.

NXT-700 Transponder Table 1-1

NXT-700 Transponder Configurations Table 1-2
NXT-700 Transponder Deviation Notes Table 1-3
Antennas Table 1-4
Mounting Tray Table 1-5

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Part Number Description

9007000-55YYY NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder
NOTE: The part number for the NXT-700 Transponder is 9007000-55YYY, where the five digit
dash number corresponds to the hardware/software version. Dash number -55YYY is
reserved for the +28 V dc hardware version. The last three digits of the five digit dash
number (YYY) correspond to the software version.
NOTE: See Table 1-2 for the NXT-700 Transponder configurations.

Table 1-2: NXT-700 Transponder Configurations

Transponder TSO/ETSO &

Description Level/Class
Identification Deviations
NXT Release 1.4 This Transponder TSO-C112d – Level 3adens Class 1
Model NXT-700 configuration operates Deviation 2
PN 9007000-55001 from +28 V dc aircraft Class A3 - Transmit
SW Mod - power. TSO-C166b – Only
Operational Software – Deviations 1 and 2
PN 9002000-006
XIC FPGA Firmware –
PN 9008060-001
NXT Release 1.7 This Transponder TSO-C112d – Level 3adens Class 1
Model NXT-700 configuration operates Deviation 2
PN 9007000-55001 from +28 V dc aircraft Class A3 - Transmit
SW Mod B power. TSO-C166b – Only
9007000-57001 Operational Software – Deviations 1 and 2
SW Mod - PN 9002000-007
XIC FPGA Firmware –
PN 9008060-001
NXT Release 1.9 This Transponder TSO-C112d – Level 3adens, Class 1
Model NXT-700 configuration operates Deviation 2
Part No. 9007000-55001 from +28 V dc aircraft Class A3 – Transmit
SW Mod B power. TSO-C166b – Only
HW Mod A Operational Software –, Deviations 1 and 2
9007000-57001 Part No. 9002000-007
SW Mod – XIC FPGA Firmware –,
HW Mod A Part No. 9008060-002
NOTES: 1. See Table 1-3 for the TSO/ETSO deviation details.
2. The above NXT Transponder is EASA approved in accordance with FAA-EASA Technical
Implementation Procedures (TIP) Rev 5 (subparagraph 2.5.1 TSO/ETSO Articles Accepted
under Reciprocal Acceptance). No ETSO marking on the Transponder Unit is required.
3. Software or Hardware ‘MOD’ levels for a given part number are only depicted in Table 1-2
if they have a potential impact on the user such as limitation or maintenance variations.

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Deviation 1: TSO-C166b, Section 4(a)(b)(e) part marking.

This deviation is in regards to the part marking requirements of TSO-C166b, Sections 4(a),
4(b), and 4(e). This deviation allows these specific TSO-C166b part marking details to be
listed in this installation manual instead of on the article.
Deviation 2: TSO-C112d and TSO-C166b: DO-160G 21.5 Radiated RF Emissions
The NXT-800 transponder has a high power RF transmitter which is used to generate the 1090
MHz waveforms required to perform the Mode S Transponder and ADS-B OUT functions. Due
to the high RF power requirement and inherent non-linearity in RF transmitters, four of the
harmonics of the transmitter exceed the RF radiated emissions limit in DO-160G Category M.
The NXT-800 transponder exceeds the Category M Radiated RF Emissions by the indicated
levels in the following frequency bands when the transmitter is active:
2180 MHz ±78 MHz (2nd Transmitter harmonic) Exceeds Cat M by as much as 20 dB
3270 MHz ±78 MHz (3rd Transmitter harmonic) Exceeds Cat M by as much as 20 dB
4360 MHz ±23 MHz (4th Transmitter harmonic) Exceeds Cat M by as much as 20 dB
5450 MHz ±23 MHz (5th Transmitter harmonic) Exceeds Cat M by as much as 5 dB
The avionics installer must conduct the appropriate testing required to ensure that other aircraft
systems are not adversely affected in the above frequency bands when the NXT-800
transmitter is active.

Table 1-4: Antennas

Part Number Description

Sensor Systems Antennas
S65-5366-2L 6 Mounting Holes, HN Connector, Aluminum Casting
S65-5366-3L 4 Mounting Holes, TNC Connector, Aluminum Casting
S65-5366-7L 4 Mounting Holes, C Connector, Aluminum Casting
S65-5366-8L 4 Mounting Holes, C Connector, Stainless Steel Casting
S65-5366-10L 6 Mounting Holes, N Connector, Aluminum Casting
S65-5366-10LC 6 Mounting Holes, C Connector, Aluminum Casting
S65-5366-11L 4 Mounting Holes, N Connector, Aluminum Casting
S65-5366-116L 6 Mounting Holes, N Connector, Stainless Steel Casting
S65-5366-119L 6 Mounting Holes, N Connector, Stainless Steel Casting
NOTE: Sensor Systems, Inc. 8929 Fullbright Avenue, Chatsworth, CA 91311 USA, Phone (818)
341-5366, Fax (818) 341-9059, Email [email protected], Web address
http://www.sensorantennas.com/contactpage/request_info.htm
NOTE: Sensor Systems Inc. and other antenna manufacturers can offer more options.

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Part Number Manufacturer/ Vendor Description

MT4-1000S B/E Aerospace (formerly Emteq) ¼ ATR Special w/ SL Hold-downs
MT4-1001S B/E Aerospace (formerly Emteq) ¼ ATR Special w/ TL Hold-downs

3. System Description

System description gives a general overview and summary of the features and interfaces that the
NXT-700 Transponder implements. Figure 1-1 shows a block diagram of the NXT-700
Transponder as part of an installed aircraft system.

Figure 1-1: NXT-700 System Configuration

A. Radio Frequency (RF) Transmitter and Receiver

The NXT-700 Transponder receives interrogations on 1030 MHz, and transmits replies to
interrogations and transmits squitters on 1090 MHz. The transponder has optional
antenna diversity, which means it has two RF antenna ports connected to antennas on
the top and bottom of the aircraft. When an interrogation is received, the transponder
monitors the signal on the top and bottom antenna ports, and chooses the best port,
based on signal strength and time of arrival. The transponder then replies to the
interrogation on the port that contained the best interrogation. The transponder contains
two independent RF receiver channels, which allow both top and bottom interrogations to
be monitored simultaneously.

The NXT-700 Transponder also contains data link capability, which lets it receive Comm-
A (UF20/21) uplink messages and transmit Comm-B (DF20/21) downlink messages.

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The NXT-700 Transponder can receive Comm-C (UF24, 16 Segment) Uplink Extended
Length Messages (UELM) when interfaced to an external Mode S Airborne Data Link
Processor (ADLP), which is defined functionally by RTCA DO-218B.

B. TCAS ll Interface

The NXT-700 Transponder has an interface that allows it to work with an onboard TCAS
II system. The interface consists of two ARINC 429 high speed data buses: an XT
Coordination bus that is an output from the transponder to TCAS and a TX Coordination
bus that is an output from TCAS to the transponder. The data bus data word format and
protocol used is the industry defined ARINC 718A-4/ARINC 735B interface standard.
Since interface requirements are often interpreted differently by equipment manufacturers
when they are implemented, the transponder has been designed to interface with the
ACSS TCAS II systems, as well as major competitors' TCAS II systems.

C. ADLP Interface, ADLP Function, and Transponder Level

The initial implementation of the NXT-700 Transponder is a Level 3 transponder

according to the definitions in DO-181E and ICAO Annex 10. It can process Comm-A/B
Data Link messages and it interfaces to an external Mode S Airborne Data Link
Processor (ADLP) to process Comm-C Data Link messages, which is defined functionally
by RTCA DO-218B. The NXT-700 Transponder contains four High Speed ARINC 429
Data Buses, a Comm-A/B Input and Output Bus, and a Comm-C Input and Output Bus.
Comm-A Data received by the transponder in an interrogation is transferred to the ADLP
on the Comm-A/B data bus; Comm-B data received from the ADLP is transmitted in
replies to interrogations. In a similar manner, Comm-C Data received by the transponder
in an UELM interrogation is transferred to the ADLP on the Comm-C data bus.

D. Altimeter Interface

The NXT-700 Transponder can accept uncorrected pressure altitude inputs from
altimeter or air data systems. The transponder interfaces can accept ARINC 429 Air Data
and ARINC 575 Air Data Systems. The transponder contains two independent inputs for
each source and discrete inputs for source and type selection.

E. Controller Interface

The NXT-700 Transponder is controlled from a standard Mode S or Mode S/TCAS

control panel through an ARINC 429 input data bus and discrete inputs and outputs. The
control panel interface is defined in ARINC 718A-4. However, several variations exist.
The NXT-700 Transponder interfaces to all commonly used Mode S and Mode S/TCAS
control panels.

The NXT-700 Transponder has ARINC 429 data inputs for receiving the Aircraft
Identification Subfield (AIS) Flight Identification from another aircraft system (i.e., a Flight
Management System [FMS]). The flight ID can also be received from the control panel on
the control data bus (low speed). The flight identification can be the aircraft’s flight
identifier or registration.

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The NXT-700 Transponder has two dedicated ARINC 429 data inputs for receiving the
required GPS parameters to support the ADS-B OUT functionality. These ARINC 429
buses must be used to input (high or low speed) GPS label information directly from a
qualified source, as specified in FAA AC 20-165( ), for ADS-B OUT enabled aircraft.
(1) Source Selection
If two valid GPS sources are available the one with the best reported integrity
(HIL at least 0.01 NM lower than the other source) value in label 130 for ten
seconds or more will be used as the priority position source. The difference in
HIL must be greater than 0.01 NM in order for a source to be considered better
integrity. If two valid GPS sources are reporting the integrity (HIL) from label 130
within 0.01 NM of each other, then GPS source 1 will be selected as the priority
source. Integrity is considered equivalent if HIL is within 0.01 NM. If only one
GPS source is valid it will immediately be used as the priority position source.
(2) HAE Altitude Processing
Since not all GPS units output Height Above Ellipsoid (HAE) Altitude, conversion
may need to be done to convert the geometric altitude from Mean Sea Level
(MSL) to HAE. AC 20-165( ) requires that all Geometric Altitude transmitted for
ADS-B must be based on Height Above Ellipsoid.

The Transponder will process HAE Altitude based on the following priority:

• Use HAE Altitude input, (Label 370 per ARINC 743A), if available from the
selected ADS-B Position Source
• Use HAE converted from GPS MSL Altitude input, (Label 076), if available
from the selected ADS-B Position Source

Appendix 6 of NATO STANAG 4294 provides a method using lookup tables and
interpolation to convert HAE Altitude from MSL Altitude. This method is referred
to as WGS84/NATO. Per AC 20-165( ) the same algorithm that the GPS uses to
calculate MSL from HAE must be used by the transponder to recover HAE from
MSL. Some GPS units do not use the WGS84/NATO conversion. In this case
the WGS84/NATO conversion will be used and VFOM, (the GPS Altitude
Accuracy Parameter), will be adjusted to make up for the maximum differences
between the conversion algorithms. Pin programming is provided to determine if
the VFOM Adjustment is required, reference J1-77 pin description in the
Loading/Gradient Specifications section.
(3) Horizontal Protection Limit (HPL) Limiting
The NXT-700 limits the HPL to 80 meters. AC 20-165( ) states “If the position
source does not limit the HPL output in non-augmented modes, the position
source manufacturer should provide guidance to the ADS-B system installer to
ensure the ADS-B equipment limits the NIC to ≤8 in non-augmented modes.”
Further industry work since the release of AC 20-165( ) has indicated that using
the GPS indication of augmentation mode is not a reliable method of determining
if limiting can be disabled, therefore the transponder will always limit the HPL.

Due to HPL limiting, the maximum reported NIC is 8, when HPL is 80 meters, the
Type Code is set to 11 and the NIC Supplements A and B are set to 0.

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The NXT-700 does not inflate the HPL by 3% when in LPV/LNAV approach
modes.

G. Discrete Interfaces and Configuration Interfaces

The NXT-700 Transponder has discrete inputs for configuration and control of Mode S
transponder functions and interfaces, and discrete outputs for annunciating transponder
status information. The NXT-700 Transponder is functionally compatible with the discrete
inputs and outputs defined by ARINC 718A-4. Note that the pin allocation defined in
ARINC 718A-4 differs from the NXT 700 due to the form factor. The input/output
discretes default to an open state when power is removed.

H. Built-In Test Functions

The NXT-700 Transponder contains built-in test functions that supply power-on and
continuous monitoring of internal transponder circuitry and external interfaces. Detected
failures of circuitry that are critical to continued transponder operation are announced on
the Mode S control panel with a fail light. Failures are logged in a non-volatile fault log
that can be recalled through the front panel lamps, onboard maintenance computer
interface, or through the front panel RS-232 interface.

I. RS-232 Data Loader Interface

The NXT-700 Transponder has a front panel RJ-45 connector that interfaces via RS-232
to the ACSS WebEDDIT software application running on a personal computer (PC). The
operational software for the transponder can be updated via this connection without
removing the NXT-700 Transponder from the aircraft.

J. Navigation Data ARINC 429 Interfaces

The NXT-700 Transponder has ARINC 429 input bus circuitry for extended squitter and
enhanced DAPS capability in addition to ELS/EHS requirements.

K. Reserved I/O for Future Features

The NXT-700 Transponder has reserved Input/Output (I/O) interface circuitry that can be
used for future upgrades to the transponder. The hardware supplied in the existing unit
allows these functions to be added through a software upgrade.

L. Failure Classifications

Table 1-6 summarizes the failure classification of each NXT-700 Transponder function
and the rigor that was developed to support (which in some cases exceeds the
requirements).

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Function Function Description Hazard NXT-700

No. Classification Development
Level/Rigor
1 Transponder Mode S Operation: Major Hazardous
Incorrect Transponder Response to SSR TSO-C112d
2 Transponder to TCAS Coordination: Hazardous Hazardous
Incorrect Transponder Response to TCAS
Interrogation
3 ADS-B OUT: Incorrect Transponder ADS-B Major Hazardous
Message Output AC 20-165( )
NOTES: 1. Hazards with classifications less than Major are not listed in this table.
2. Due to the above Hazard Classifications, the NXT-700 Transponder software and
airborne electronic hardware were developed to Design Assurance Level B.

4. General Description

The Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) of the NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B OUT Transponder system
include a controller, an ATCRBS transponder or a second NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B OUT
Transponder, and antennas. The system complies with ARINC Characteristic 718A-4
(ATCRBS/Mode S) functionality and meets the requirements of:

• TSO-C112d, Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System/Mode Select (ATCRBS/Mode S)

Airborne Equipment
• TSO-166b, Extended Squitter Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast (ADS-B) and
Traffic Information Service – Broadcast (TIS-B) Equipment Operating on the Radio
Frequency of 1090 Megahertz (MHz)

If the NXT-700 Transponder is interfaced with onboard TCAS II, then top and bottom
omnidirectional antennas are required. If the transponder is used alone as surveillance, then a
bottom omnidirectional antenna is sufficient. Figure 1-2 details the signals and overall
interconnects associated with the NXT-700 Transponder installation. Figure 1-3 shows a high-
level interconnect (optional) used to switch between a single pair of antennas in a dual Mode
S/ADS-B OUT system installation.

A. Purpose of System

Mode S is a cooperative surveillance and communication system for air traffic control. It
employs ground-based sensors (interrogators) and airborne transponders. Ground-air-
ground data link communications can be accommodated integrally with the surveillance
interrogations and replies. Mode S has been designed as an evolutionary addition to the
ATCRBS to supply the enhanced surveillance and communication capability required for
air traffic control automation.

To facilitate the introduction of Mode S into the ATCRBS, both ground and airborne Mode
S installations include full ATCRBS capability. Mode S interrogators supply surveillance
of ATCRBS-equipped aircraft and Mode S transponders reply to ATCRBS interrogators.
The data link capability of Mode S allows it to serve as an essential element of the Traffic

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Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) II. All TCAS II avoidance maneuvers are
coordinated through the Mode S system. In addition, the Mode S transponder is
responsible for reporting pressure altitude data and, through its control panel, supplies
manual control of the TCAS II unit.

A principal feature of the Mode S system that differs from ATCRBS is that each aircraft is
assigned a unique address code. Using this unique code, interrogations can be directed
to a particular aircraft and replies can be positively identified. Channel interference is
minimized because a sensor can limit its interrogations to targets of interest. By proper
timing of interrogations, replies from closely spaced aircraft can be received without
mutual interference. The unique address in each interrogation and reply also permits the
inclusion of data-link messages to or from a particular aircraft.

For the purpose of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) OUT, the NXT-
700 Transponder will transmit a set of extended squitters including Airborne Position
(BDS 0,5), Surface Position (BDS 0,6), Status (BDS 0,7), Aircraft ID and Category (BDS
0,8), Airborne Velocity (BDS 0,9), Emergency/Priority Status (BDS 6,1), TCAS RA
Message (BDS 6,1 subtype 2), Target State and Status (BDS 6,2), Aircraft Operational
Status, Airborne (BDS 6,5), Aircraft Operational Status, and Surface (BDS 6,5).

Figure 1-2: Basic Mode S System Interconnection

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Figure 1-3: Switch Transponder Antennas

5. Component Descriptions

A. NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder

The NXT-700 transponder is mounted remotely in the aircraft and electrically interfaces to
the aircraft systems via three connectors on the rear of the unit. J1 is a 106-pin ARINC
404 connector that interfaces to +28 V dc power, a mode controller, program pin
strapping, pressure altitude source(s), and optionally to a TCAS computer, selected
altitude source, GPS source(s), aircraft heading source(s), and onboard maintenance
computer(s). J2 and J3 are RF connectors through which the transponder receives
interrogations at 1030 MHz and transmits replies and squitters at 1090 MHz via two
coaxial cable interfaces to top and bottom mounted omnidirectional antennas.

Figure 1-4 shows a graphical view of the NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder, the
-55YYY variant is shown on the left and the -57YYY variant is shown on the right. Table
1-7 lists the leading particulars for the transponder and Table 1-8 gives the DO-160G
environmental categories that this equipment meets or exceeds.

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Figure 1-4: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder

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Table 1-7: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Leading Particulars

Item Specification

Dimensions (maximum):
● Length 12.62 in. (320.5 mm)
● Width 2.25 in. (57.15 mm)
● Height 7.62 in. (193.5 mm)
Maximum Weight 5.5 lbs. (2.5 kg)
Power Requirements:

● Operating Voltage +18.0 V to +30.3 V dc (+27.5 V dc nominal)

Receive mode: 1 A nominal at 27.5 V dc
● Current
Transmit mode: 2 A nominal at 27.5 V dc
● Power Consumption:
- Standby Mode (No Replies) 28 Watts nominal at +27.5 V dc
- Active Mode (Maximum Load) 55 Watts maximum at +27.5 V dc
● External Circuit Breaker Rating 5 A at +27.5 V dc
Cooling Requirements Fan installed on unit
ARINC 404A 2 Ganged Connector w/ Signal Pins
Tray Connector
(DSX2H24S35X0001)
Mounting B/E Aerospace part number MT4-1000S (or MT4-1001S)
TSO Refer to Table 1-2 for Part Numbers & Applicable TSO.
ETSO Refer to Table 1-2 for Part Numbers & Applicable ETSO.
Environmental Specifications DO-160G, Refer to Table 1-8
FCC Identifier 2ACTZNXTXPONDER Hardware MOD -.
FCC License FCC Identifier 2ACTZNXTVE19 Hardware Mod A and
later.
Operating Modes:
● STANDBY Ready but not transmitting or replying
● ATC ON Transponder Modes A, C, and S; no altitude reporting
Transponder Modes A, C, S, and ADS-B; altitude
● ATC ALT
reporting is enabled
Transmitter Frequency 1090 ±0.5 MHz
1000 Watts peak pulse maximum, 346 Watts minimum
Transmitter Power
(measured at the LRU connector)

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Table 1-7: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Leading Particulars

Item Specification

Receiver Frequency 1030 MHz

Minimum Trigger Level (MTL) -77 ±3 dBm
Bidirectional, accepts +18 to +70 V dc pulse input,
Mutual Suppression
provides +28 V dc nominal output
Controller Interface:
● Circuit Configuration Two ARINC 429 control data input ports. 12.5k bits/sec
(low-speed).
● Bus Protocol Bus protocol meets requirements defined in ARINC
718A-4 for receiving transponder and TCAS control
information.
TCAS II Interface:
● Circuit Configuration ARINC 429 input and output bus. 100k bits/sec (high-
speed).
● Bus Protocol Bus protocol meets requirements defined in ARINC
718A-4 and ARINC 735B for Standard transponder to
TCAS bus interface.
Airborne Data Link Processor (ADLP)
Interface:
● Circuit Configuration Comm-A/B messages have an ARINC 429 input and
output bus. Comm-C messages have an ARINC 429
input and output bus. Both sets of buses are 100k
bits/sec (high-speed).
● Bus protocol Bus protocol meets requirements defined in ARINC
718A-4 for Standard transponder to ADLP bus interface.
Elementary Surveillance (ELS) Function: When the transponder is connected to the appropriate
onboard sources (e.g., ADC, ADIRU, control panel,
FMS, etc.) specific data is extracted by the transponder
(e.g., uncorrected pressure altitude in 25 ft increments,
flight ID, flight status (in air/on ground), etc.). The ELS
function transmits replies with this data along with the
strapped 24-bit aircraft address and the transponder's
capability report to ground-based interrogators.
● Digital Air Data Interface ARINC 429 and ARINC 575 label 203 uncorrected
pressure altitude are accepted. ARINC 429 or ARINC
575 data format, 12.5k bits/sec (low-speed). Two
redundant digital air data inputs are provided. A discrete
input to switch to the second digital air data source is
provided.

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Item Specification
● Flight Identification (Flight ID) Interface ARINC 429 labels 233, 234, 235, 236, and 360 are
accepted. ARINC label 237, if present, is ignored. The
interface to the transponder can be with a
FID/ATC/TCAS or FID control panel or from a FMS.
ARINC 429 data format, 12.5k bits/sec (low-speed).
● Aircraft Air/Ground Status Interface Two open/ground discrete inputs are provided to indicate
to the transponder the aircraft's air/ground status.
● 24-bit Aircraft Address Interface 24 open/ground program pins and one common (ground)
pin are provided to indicate to the transponder the
aircraft's unique 24-bit Mode-S aircraft address.
Downlink Airborne Parameters (DAPS) / When the transponder is connected to the appropriate
EHS Function: onboard sources (e.g., GNSS, ADC, IRU, ADIRU,
MCP/FCU, etc.) specific data is extracted by the
transponder (e.g., lat/long position, E/W and N/S
velocities, track angle rate, selected altitude, etc.). The
DAPS function transmits replies with this data to ground-
based and airborne interrogators (EHS) and also
broadcasts to ground-based and airborne receivers with
1090 Extended Squitters.
● Mode Control Panel/Flight Control Unit ARINC 429 labels 101, 102, 233, 234, 235, and 236 are
(MCP/FCU) Interface accepted. ARINC 429 data format, 12.5k bits/sec (low-
speed) or 100k bits/sec (high-speed). The transponder
automatically detects whether the data is low-speed or
high-speed format.
● ARINC 743 Global Positioning System ARINC 429 labels 076, 103, 110, 111, 112, 120, 121,
(GPS) Interface 130, 136, 140, 145, 150, 165, 166, 174, 247, and 370
are accepted. ARINC 429 data format, 12.5k bits/sec
(low-speed) or 100k bits/sec (high-speed). The
transponder automatically detects whether the data is
low-speed or high-speed format.
● Inertial Reference System/Flight ARINC 429 labels 101, 102, 312, 313, 314, 320, 325,
Management System (IRS/FMS) 335 and 365 are accepted. ARINC 429 data format,
Interface 12.5k bits/sec (low-speed) or 100k bits/sec (high-speed).
The transponder automatically detects whether the data
is low-speed or high-speed format.
● Digital Air Data Computer (ADC) ARINC 429 and ARINC 575 low-speed labels 203, 204,
Interface 205, 206, 210, 212, 234 and 236 are accepted. Two
redundant digital air data inputs are provided. A discrete
input to switch to the second digital air data source is
provided.
● Extended Squitter Disable Interface A discrete input to disable the transmission extended
squitters/DO-260B is provided.

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Item Specification
Onboard Software Uploading/
Fault Log Downloading:
● Circuit Configuration RS-232 Data Loading/Maintenance Interface through a
RJ-45 front panel connector.
● Bus Protocol The data transfer protocol for the RS-232 front panel
interface is XMODEM 1K.

Table 1-8: NXT-700 Transponder DO-160G Environmental Categories

Condition Category Description of Conducted Test

4 Temperature and Altitude CAT A2F2 Partial temperature control
pressurized location, pressures
no
lower than 15,000 feet MSL,
unpressurized locations with
altitude not to exceed 15,000
MSL
In-Flight Loss of Cooling CAT Y Sea level to 70,000 feet

+70 degrees C for 300 minutes

5 Temperature Variation CAT B -55 to +70 degrees C
6 Humidity CAT B Severe Humidity Environment
7 Operational Shocks and Low frequency operational shock
CAT E
Crash Safety and low frequency crash safety.
8 Vibration CAT RBB1 Fixed Wing, Zone 2-
Robust Vibration – Curve B and
B1
SM Standard – Curve M
U2 (F, F1) Helicopter, Zone 2 –
Random Vibration - Curve F & F1
9 Explosion Proofness CAT E
10 Waterproofness CAT X
11 Fluids Susceptibility CAT X
12 Sand and Dust CAT X
13 Fungus Resistance CAT F Analysis Doc. 8010043-001
14 Salt Fog CAT X

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Table 1-8: NXT-700 Transponder DO-160G Environmental Categories

Condition Category Description of Conducted Test

15 Magnetic Effect CAT Z
B for DC Power Inputs
X for DC Current Ripple, alternate
16 Power Input CAT BXX test
X for DC Inrush Current Test,
alternate test
17 Voltage Spike CAT A
18 Audio Frequency +28 V dc: CAT Z
Conducted Susceptibility
– Power Inputs
19 Induced Signal CAT CC
Susceptibility
20 Radio Frequency CAT R Radiated Susceptibility
Susceptibility CAT M Conducted Susceptibility
21 Emission of Radio CAT B (see note 1) Tested to Category M and meets
Frequency Energy all aspects of Category M except
for transmitter fundamental
frequency of 1090MHz and
harmonics up to 6GHz which
meet Category B requirements
22 Lightning Induced CAT A3J3L3,
Transient Susceptibility A4J3L3 (power
lines only)
23 Lightning, Direct Effects CAT X No test required

24 Icing CAT X No test required

25 Electrostatic Discharge CAT A

26 Flammability CAT C Analysis Doc. 8010046-001

Note 1: Tested to Category M with the following exceedances.

2180 MHz ±7 MHz (2nd Transmitter harmonic) Exceeds Cat M by up to 9 dB (Passes CAT B)
3270 MHz ±7 MHz (3rd Transmitter harmonic) Exceeds Cat M by up to 7 dB (Passes CAT B)
4360 MHz ±7 MHz (4th Transmitter harmonic) Exceeds Cat M by up to 15 dB (Passes CAT B)
5450 MHz ±7 MHz (5th Transmitter harmonic) Exceeds Cat M by up to 13 dB (Passes CAT B)

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The NXT-700 Transponder front panel includes status lamps, a test switch, and an
access door to the RJ-45 connector (RS-232 connection). Figure 1-5 shows the front
panel layout, and Table 1-9 defines the purpose of each status lamp.

Figure 1-5: NXT-700 Transponder Front Panel

On power-up, or if self-test is initiated by the TEST button, all lamps default to “ON”
(Green for XPDR P/F and Red for the remaining 5 lamps). After successfully passing the

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Power-on Test, all lamps switch OFF after approximately ten seconds. See Section 6 of
this Manual for detailed lamp fault diagnostic.

Table 1-9: Front Panel Lamp Definition

Name
Lamp Color
(Labeled)
XPDR P/F Green/Red, bi-color
ADS-B Red, single color
TOP ANT Red, single color
BOT ANT Red, single color
CTRL Red, single color
ALT Red, single color

The ”TEST” button initiates self-test, and can be activated only ON GROUND.

The small access door to the RJ-45 connector (RS-232 interface) is secured to the front
panel and opens by loosening a screw. No tools are required to open or close the access
door.

The front panel is equipped with a handle for safe convenient handling while inserting,
removing or carrying the NXT-700 Transponder.

C. Control Panels

The control panel for the Mode S system supplies mode control for the ATC
transponders, both Mode S and ATCRBS (if used). Communication with Mode S
transponders is accomplished via an ARINC 429 bus as defined in ARINC Characteristic
718A-4. Control panel functions include 4096 code selection and display, altitude source
and reporting inhibit selection, and selection between two onboard transponders.

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The Mode S Data Link System can be configured with either one or two Mode S transponders. The
system provides air traffic information to Mode S and ATCRBS ground stations to aid in air traffic
control. The Mode S system does all of the following:
● Receives ATCRBS interrogations (ground-to-air) and transmits ATCRBS replies (air-to-
ground).
● Receives Mode S interrogations (ground-to-air) and transmits Mode S replies (air-to-ground).
● Receives TCAS interrogations (air-to-air) and transmits Mode S replies (air-to-air).
● Receives ELS/EHS interrogations (ground-to-air) and transmits ELS/EHS replies (air-to-
ground).
● Receives and processes onboard navigation data and transmits Extended Squitters (air-to-
air, air-to-ground).
Although TCAS II is beyond the scope of this manual, it is mentioned to further clarify the capability of
the Mode S system.

A. Functional Operation

1) Mode A and Mode C

An ATCRBS transponder responds to ATCRBS interrogations with a Mode A
(4096 code) reply or Mode C (altitude status) reply contingent upon the type of
interrogation received. Interrogations are received by the transponder on 1030
MHz and replies are transmitted by the transponder on 1090 MHz. All ATCRBS
transmissions are between the ground station and aircraft.
2) Stand-Alone Mode S or Mode S in Conjunction with TCAS
A Mode S transponder receives and transmits on the same frequencies as the
ATCRBS transponder and can receive and transmit ATCRBS interrogations and
replies. However, the Mode S transponder was developed for Mode S operation
and can function alone as Mode S or in conjunction with TCAS. When
functioning alone as Mode S, all Mode S transmissions are between the ground
station and aircraft. When functioning in conjunction with TCAS, transmissions
may also be from aircraft to aircraft.
3) Transponder Self-Test
Mode S system operation begins when aircraft power is applied. Initial self-test is
performed automatically upon power-up and is completed in approximately 1
second. Self-testing of the system occurs continuously while in the power-on
mode. If a transponder failure occurs, it is indicated on the control panel. Other
failures are indicated via front panel-mounted lamps on the transponder;
however, these failure indications are not available to the pilot. All failures,
whether hard or intermittent, are recorded in the transponder non-volatile fault log
for analysis by maintenance personnel.
4) 4096 Code
After power-up, the pilot enters the assigned 4096 code via the control panel.
This code is the ATC identification code for that aircraft and is used during
ATCRBS (Mode A) interrogations and replies.

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5) Mode S Aircraft Address
Mode S interrogations and replies use a 24-bit address code entered into
transponder memory automatically upon power-up. Each aircraft has its own
unique address that is permanently programmed to the transponders tray
connector. No manual entry of this address is available.
6) Reply Capability Disabled
The system can be placed in STANDBY mode. When the STANDBY mode is
selected, the transponder reply transmit capability (Mode S or ATCRBS) is
disabled. The remainder of the transponder functions are operational, including
Built-In Test (BIT). STANDBY mode is typically engaged while on the ground to
prevent unnecessary RF radiation. The STANDBY mode is disengaged just prior
to takeoff and engaged again upon landing. In addition, an air/ground switch,
which functions as part of the Weight-On-Wheels (WOW) circuitry, can disable
ATCRBS transponder reply capability while the aircraft is on the ground if this
feature has been enabled. To disable ATCRBS or ground replies with the
air/ground switch, the appropriate air/ground transponder discrete must be
connected. Refer to Section 4 Loading/Gradient of this manual for details on this
interface. Mode S transponder replies and squitters, however, are not disabled
by the air/ground switch, and aircraft status (on ground or airborne) is included in
the Mode S reply and squitter data.
7) Transponder Selection
In a dual Mode S transponder installation, the pilot can choose either
transponder from the control panel. Only one transponder is enabled at a time. If
a transponder failure occurs, then the XPDR FAIL indicator on the control panel
is illuminated; however, the failed transponder must be the one selected on the
control panel for the indicator to light. Switching between the transponders
occurs without loss of system function.
8) Special Position Identifier Transmission
A Special Position Identifier (SPI) is added to the ATCRBS and Mode S replies
when the control panel or external IDENT button is pressed and released. The
SPI is enabled for approximately 18 seconds and supplies the ground station
with a more positive aircraft identification capability. This function is typically
activated upon verbal command from the ground station.
9) Altitude Switching
Dual altitude input ports are supplied for each transponder; the capability to
switch between the two is supplied by a switch on the control panel. This
function lets the pilot select an alternate altitude source if the first fails. It also
lets the ground station verbally verify one source against the other.

B. Mode S/ATCRBS Interrogations and Replies

1) Identification Code and Baro Altitude

The Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System (ATCRBS) has been in operation
for several decades. Its purpose is to ensure safe separation and operation of
aircraft, especially in busy terminal areas. ATCRBS transponder-equipped
aircraft transmit replies to interrogations from ground-based sensors
(interrogators). Depending on the type of interrogation, the reply contains either

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the identification code currently assigned to the aircraft by ATC (Mode A) or
uncorrected barometric altitude with 100-foot resolution (Mode C).
2) Range and Relative Bearing
The ground station uses reply delay time to compute range to within
approximately 500 feet. The current angle of the rotating ground antenna
determines azimuth. There is an 18 ±2 second duration SPI pulse to aid in
identifying specific aircraft. Thus, ATC is provided with the information required
to ensure safe separation of aircraft.
3) Assigned Code Number - ATCRBS
The digits of the assigned code number indicate the code groups to be used and
the pulse coding within each group. The assigned code is a four-digit octal
number (any of 4096) in which the first or left-most digit designates the A group;
the second digit designates the B group; the third digit designates the C group;
and the last or right-most digit designates the D group. Typical information
pulses present in assigned reply codes are given in Table 1-10.

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4096 Code Number Information Pulses 4096 Code Number Information Pulses
0000 None 3000 A1, A2
0001 D1 3100 A1, A2, B1
0002 D2 3200 A1, A2, B2
0003 D1, D2 3300 A1, A2, B1, B2
0004 D4 3400 A1, A2, B4
0005 D1, D4 3500 A1, A2, B1, B4
0006 D2, D4 3600 A1, A2, B2, B4
0007 D1, D2, D4 3700 A1, A2, B1, B2, B4
4000 A4
0010 C1 4100 A4, B1
0020 C2 4200 A4, B2
0030 C1, C2 4300 A4, B1, B2
0040 C4 4400 A4, B4
0050 C1, C4 4500 A4, B1, B4
0060 C2, C4 4600 A4, B2, B4
0070 C1, C2, C4 4700 A4, B1, B2, B4
5000 A1, A4
0100 B1 5100 A1, A4, B1
0200 B2 5200 A1, A4, B2
0300 B1, B2 5300 A1, A4, B1, B2
0400 B4 5400 A1, A4, B4
0500 B1, B4 5500 A1, A4, B1, B4
0600 B2, B4 5600 A1, A4, B2, B4
0700 B1, B2, B4 5700 A1, A4, B1, B2, B4
1000 A1 6000 A2, A4
1100 A1, B1 6100 A2, A4, B1
1200 A1, B2 6200 A2, A4, B2
1300 A1, B1, B2 6300 A2, A4, B1, B2
1400 A1, B4 6400 A2, A4, B4
1500 A1, B1, B4 6500 A2, A4, B1, B4
1600 A1, B2, B4 6600 A2, A4, B2, B4
1700 A1, B1, B2, B4 6700 A2, A4, B1, B2, B4
2000 A2 7000 A1, A2, A4
2100 A2, B1 7100 A1, A2,A4, B1
2200 A2, B2 7200 A1, A2, A4, B2
2300 A2, B1, B2 7300 A1, A2,A4, B1, B2
2400 A2, B4 7400 A1, A2, A4, B4
2500 A2, B1, B4 7500 A1, A2,A4, B1, B4
2600 A2, B2, B4 7600 A1, A2,A4, B2, B4
2700 A2, B1, B2, B4 7700 A1, A2,A4, B1, B2,
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4) Mode Select
Air traffic density has significantly increased since the inception of ATCRBS.
Aircraft within the same approximate range and azimuth from the interrogator
may interfere with each other's replies. Much verbal communication is also
needed to coordinate ATC, creating more traffic on communication channels.
This also places a heavier burden on the air traffic controllers.

Mode Select (Mode S) has been designed as an evolutionary addition to

ATCRBS to supply enhanced surveillance as well as data communication
capability for ATC, with greater degree of automation in mind. Ground-air-ground
data link communications can be accommodated with the surveillance
interrogations and replies, permitting use of the transponder for a number of
different ATC functions. Messages can be either 56 or 112 bits in length. The
same transmit and receive frequencies are used as for ATCRBS.
(a) Ground and Airborne Installations
1. Mode S Compatibility with ATCRBS
To facilitate the introduction of Mode S into ATCRBS, both ground
and airborne Mode S installations include full ATCRBS capability.
Mode S interrogators supply surveillance of older ATCRBS-equipped
aircraft, and Mode S transponders reply to ATCRBS interrogators.
Mode S interrogators are able to command Mode S transponders not
to reply to compatible ATCRBS-only interrogations. They are also
able to solicit only Mode S replies from Mode S transponders which
minimizes RF transmissions.
2. Mode S Aircraft Address
Another unique aspect of Mode S is that each aircraft equipped with
a Mode S transponder is assigned a unique 24-bit address. This
address appears in either a coded or clear form in every Mode S
reply. This not only improves aircraft identification by ATC, but also
permits selective interrogation once the aircraft has been acquired by
an ATCRBS/Mode S or Mode S-only All-Call interrogation.
3. Minimizing RF Channel Loading
Selective interrogation is aimed toward reducing RF channel loading.
Another way to minimize RF traffic is the capability of locking out the
transponder from replying to All-Calls, from either all interrogators or
from specific ones, for 18-second intervals. Including the station's
identity code in the interrogation message enables this lockout.
Probability-based replies make it possible to separate transmissions
from aircraft that would otherwise be garbled when a group of aircraft
might answer a single interrogation.
4. Uplink/Downlink Transmission CRC
All transmissions for surveillance or data communications, from the
ground up to the aircraft (uplink) and from the aircraft down to the
ground (downlink), are protected by a 24-bit Cyclic Redundancy
Code (CRC) error detection scheme, also referred to as parity. In
addition, ground interrogators can perform error correction on
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(b) Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System

Mode S transponders are an integral part of the Traffic Alert and
Collision Avoidance System (TCAS). TCAS-equipped aircraft are
airborne interrogators, communicating with other TCAS-equipped aircraft
through their Mode S transponders for coordination of collision
avoidance maneuvers. TCAS aircraft acquire other Mode S
transponder-equipped aircraft by receiving squitter transmissions
(unsolicited All-Call type replies, transmitted pseudo-randomly every 0.8
to 1.2 seconds with aircraft Mode S address), and thereafter by specific
addressed interrogations. Although either Mode S or ATCRBS Mode C
transponders aid TCAS-equipped aircraft in avoiding collisions,
coordination of collision avoidance maneuvers is possible between two
aircraft only if both are Mode S and TCAS equipped.
(c) Mode S Message
1. Interrogation and Reply Formats
Mode S features have been added to the ATCRBS already in place.
This procedure ensures that the older airborne transponders and the
ground-based interrogators used in the ATCRBS are still functional.
The Mode S signal formats used for this combined system operation
include ATCRBS/Mode S All-Call [Mode A, Mode C, and Mode S],
Mode S interrogation, Mode S SLS and Mode S reply.
2. Interrogation Pulses and Timing
The uplink Mode S format for the interrogation pulse group consists
of pulses designated P1, P2, and P3. The time spacing between the
P1 and P3 pulses determines the type of interrogation (Mode A
aircraft identification or Mode C altitude reporting). Pulse P2, which
follows P1 by 2 microseconds, is used for Side Lobe Suppression
(SLS) in the ATCRBS. The amplitude of P2 is recognized by the
airborne transponder as either a main beam or SLS interrogation.
With Mode S interrogation, the basic P1 and P3 pulse system is
extended to include a P4 pulse, which follows P3 by 2 microseconds.
The P4 pulse uses the same spacing as between P1 and P2.
However, P4 has an additional feature in that its pulse width can be
either 1.6 microseconds or 0.8 microseconds, whereas the P1 and
P3 pulse widths are always 0.8 microseconds.
3. Replies to All-Call Interrogations and Pulse Width
In operation, when a standard ATCRBS transponder receives this
interrogation of P1, P3, and P4 pulses, it responds with the ATCRBS
reply, which consists of 14 pulses that carry the identity code or the
altitude code. The P4 pulse is ignored since the ATCRBS
transponder circuit is designed so that it does not recognize the P4
pulse. The response is dependent upon the presence and length of
P4. When a standard P1 and P3 interrogation is received from an
ATCRBS interrogator (no P4), the Mode S transponder responds
with a standard ATCRBS reply. An uplink interrogation pulse group,
which includes a P4 pulse, makes the Mode S transponder prepare
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detects the rising edge of the P4 pulse, it disables its ATCRBS reply.
It then looks for a pulse width of 0.8 or 1.6 microseconds. A pulse
width of 0.8 microsecond is recognized by the Mode S transponder
as an uplink ATCRBS-only All-Call, and it does not respond at all. In
this case, the ground station is looking for all the aircraft in the
vicinity that are equipped with ATCRBS only. In the case of a 1.6-
microsecond pulse width, the Mode S interrogator wants the Mode S
transponder to respond with the Mode S All-Call coded reply. In this
case, the interrogator receives the aircraft's identity, which is the
unique number that is given to the Mode S-equipped aircraft. The
1.6-microsecond pulse width is in fact an All-Call interrogation for
both ATCRBS and Mode S transponders, eliciting both ATCRBS and
Mode S replies. There is no interrogation addressing in this case as
each system responds within its own capability.
4. Mode S Interrogation
The final type of uplink interrogation is made up of P1 and P2 pulses
of equal amplitude followed by a long pulse of constant amplitude
called P6. This is a Mode S interrogation pulse (P6) that occurs 1.5
microseconds after P2. When the P1 and P2 pulses are of equal
amplitude, the standard ATCRBS transponders see the P2 pulse and
do not respond, since they interpret this as a side lobe interrogation.
5. Mode S Short/Long Interrogation Messages
The Mode S transponder sees the P1 and P2 pulses and prepares to
receive P6 and the uplink Mode S message. There are two types of
messages that are defined in terms of length. The first type of
interrogation is a short message and is 56 bits long; the second is a
long message and is 112 bits long.
(d) Mode S Reply Timing
1. Reply Trigger Point
For the ATCRBS/Mode S All-Calls, the timing reference, or trigger
point, for the Mode S reply is from the leading edge of pulse P4.
From pulse P4, the response time for a Mode S reply is 128 ±0.5
microseconds. When responding to a standard ATCRBS
interrogation, the timing reference is the leading edge of pulse P3
and the ATCRBS response time is 3 microseconds.
2. P6 Phase Encoding
The Mode S Interrogation signal contains equal amplitude P1 and P2
pulses, in addition to the video pulse P6 that contains the Mode S
uplink message phase encoded information.
3. Sync Phase Reversal
Inside the P6 pulse, the first phase change occurs 1.25
microseconds into the pulse. This phase change is called the Sync
Phase Reversal (SPR), and it is used to synchronize the transponder
with the ground station. The SPR is used as the timing reference for
the Mode S reply for uplink messages. Response time is 128 ±0.25
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4. Differential Phase Shift Keying
All the possible phase changes (chips), corresponding to the data
bits, are inside the P6 pulse and occur after the SPR. Since the
uplink message consists of 4 megabits per second, it means that
there is a possible phase change (chip) every 0.25 microsecond.
This process is called Differential Phase Shift Keying (DPSK). If
there is a one in the data stream, the phase changes. However, if
there is a zero in the data stream, it does not change.
5. Short Message Interrogations
All of the short 56-bit Mode S uplink messages have the following
two things in common:
● The first five bits are always the Uplink Format (UF) number. For
example, in a UF0, the first five bits are all zero (00000); in a
UF5, the first five bits are 00101. Downlink messages are
identified by the abbreviation DF for Downlink Format.
● The last 24 bits are an address/parity field. This is a means of
addressing the uplink message (interrogation) and it is also a
means of error detection. The last 24 bits do not carry data, but
rather the unique address of the aircraft overlaid with the parity
bits. A CRC system is actually used for the entire uplink
message. The transponder starts to handle the uplink message
only when it ensures that the message is intended for the aircraft
in which the transponder is installed.
6. Mode S All-Call
The uplink message can be a broadcast-type message intended for
all aircraft in range of the ground station. This is the Mode S-only
All-Call message, which is a special format (UF11) that contains an
all-ones address.
7. Side Lobe Suppression
Mode S SLS is handled by a P5 pulse, which has a pulse width of
0.8 microseconds. P5 is transmitted simultaneously with the P6
Sync Phase Reversal (SPR); the P5 pulse subsequently covers the
SPR. When this occurs, the decoder in the receiver cannot see the
SPR and, therefore, does not process the uplink message. This
decoding procedure is different from the ATCRBS method where the
amplitude of the P2 pulse must actually be detected for SLS.
8. Mode S Reply Pulses
The Mode S reply is then generated either in response to a Mode S
interrogation or by one of the ATCRBS/Mode S All-Calls. The reply
includes a preamble made up of two pairs of pulses that occur 8
microseconds before the first Mode S downlink pulse. The preamble
precedes the actual data on the downlink message, much like the
P1, P2, and P6 pulses precede the uplink message.

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9. UF and DF Messages
There are two fundamental differences between the uplink message
and the downlink message, as follows:
● The uplink burst is at 4 megabits per second, while the downlink
is at 1 megabit per second.
● The uplink uses DPSK, while the downlink uses Pulse Position
Modulation (PPM). Using PPM, there is one pulse for every bit,
either in the first half or the second half of the bit interval
(window). The first half of the window represents a 1; the
second half of the window represents a 0.
10. Mode S Reply Delay
The reply delay time for Mode S is 128 microseconds with respect to
the P6 SPR. This is true for both long and short messages.
However, the downlink message data cannot be prepared until the
uplink message is complete. There is an additional derived timing
specification that indicates how much time is available from the end
of an interrogation until the reply starts. For a short message, it is
113 microseconds; for a long message, it is 99 microseconds. The
basic Mode S transponder handles only the short messages, but this
timing shows that a data link transponder, which handles long
messages, has more data to process and a shorter time to prepare
the message.

C. Mode S ELS/EHS and ADS-B OUT

Traditional Secondary Surveillance Radar (SSR) includes Mode 3/A (aircraft identification
or 4096 code) and Mode C (uncorrected barometric altitude reporting). Then to increase
ATC capacity which included implementing TCAS operation, Mode S was developed
which made transponder interrogations addressable and transponder replies more
accurate and reliable. Basic Mode S requires the aircraft to be:
● equipped with a Mode S capable transponder
● equipped with a means for the operator to enter the ATC assigned 4096 code that
then provides standard ARINC 429 label 016 Mode S Control
● equipped with a source of uncorrected barometric altitude with at least 25 feet
resolution via one of the following:
- standard ARINC 429 label 203 Uncorrected Barometric Altitude
- standard ARINC 575 label 203 Uncorrected Barometric Altitude
● strapped/strobed with the aircraft's unique 24-bit ICAO aircraft address.

Mode S Elementary Surveillance (ELS) was the first step of down linking additional
aircraft derived data. In addition to the Mode S aircraft requirements listed above,
minimally Mode S ELS requires the aircraft to be:
● equipped with a Mode S ELS capable transponder
● equipped with a means for the operator to enter Flight Identification that then
provides standard ARINC 429 labels:
- 233-236, containing 2 characters per label
- 301-303, containing 3 characters per label

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- 360 block, at least 4 label 360 words are required for Flight ID
● Or, in such a case where Flight Identification is not provided by ARINC 429 labels,
the aircraft registration number may be derived from the unique 24-bit ICAO aircraft
address for US registered aircraft only.

Mode S Enhanced Surveillance (EHS) was the second step of down linking additional
aircraft derived data. In addition to the Mode S and Mode S ELS requirements listed
above, minimally Mode S EHS requires the aircraft to be:
● equipped with a Mode S ELS/EHS capable transponder
● equipped with sources of standard ARINC 429 labels:
- 102 Selected Altitude
- 103 True Track Angle or 312 Ground Speed
- 205 MACH
- 206 Indicated Airspeed (IAS)
- 210 True Airspeed (TAS)
- 212 Barometric Rate
- 320 Magnetic Heading
- 325 Roll Angle
- 335 Track Angle Rate (if available)
- 365 Inertial Vertical Velocity

Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) OUT is the next step of down

linking additional aircraft derived data. In addition to the Mode S, Mode S ELS, and
Mode S EHS requirements listed above, minimally ADS-B OUT requires the aircraft to
be:
● equipped with a Version 2 (DO-260B) ADS-B OUT transponder
● equipped with sources of standard ARINC 429 labels:
- 076 GNSS Altitude (MSL)
- 103 GNSS True Track Angle
- 110 GNSS Latitude, Coarse
- 111 GNSS Longitude, Coarse
- 112 GNSS Ground Speed or else 312 Ground Speed
- 120 GNSS Latitude, Fine
- 121 GNSS Longitude, Fine
- 130 GNSS Horizontal Protection Limit or else 112 Ground Speed or 312 Ground
Speed or else 133 VIL or else 203 Uncorrected Barometric Altitude or 370 GNSS
HAE
- 136 GNSS Vertical Figure of Merit
- 140 GNSS UTC, Fine (binary, “0.200 sec”)
- 150 GNSS UTC (binary, e.g., “12 h 23 m 12 s”)
- 165 GNSS Vertical Velocity
- 166 GNSS N/S Velocity
- 174 GNSS E/W Velocity
- 247 GNSS Horizontal Figure of Merit

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- 314 True Heading or else 103 GNSS Track Angle or else 313 True Track Angle
- 370 GNSS Geodetic Height (above WGS-84 ellipsoid).
BDS Registers
The transponder assembles data into Binary Data Store (BDS) registers. These
registers are also referred to as GICB registers since they can be down linked via
Ground Initiated Comm-B transactions.

The transponder's 256 BDS registers are commonly notated in hexadecimal

format with the first register notated as BDS 0,0 (0016 or 0 decimal) and the last
register notated as BDS F,F (FF16 or 255 decimal). Each BDS register consists
of 56 bits as specified in the ICAO Manual of Mode S Specific Services and
Mode S Standard and Recommended Practices (SARPs). Each BDS register
contains the data payload of a specific Mode S reply or extended squitter.
Registers not updated within a fixed time are cleared, i.e. filled with 0's.
Refer to Figure 1-6 for a simplified block diagram of DAPS Data Processing.

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Figure 1-6: NXT-700 Transponder DAPS Data Processing

BDS registers currently specific to 1090ES ADS-B are:

● 0,5 Airborne Position
● 0,6 Surface Position
● 0,7 Status
● 0,8 Aircraft ID and Category
● 0,9 Airborne Velocity
● 6,1 Emergency/Priority Status
● 6,1 TCAS RA Message
● 6,2 Target State and Status
● 6,5 Aircraft Operational Status, Airborne
● 6,5 Aircraft Operational Status, Surface

NOTE: 1090ES ADS-B BDS data is transmitted in the ME field of DF17.

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● 1,0 Data Link Capability

● 1,7 Common Usage GICB Capability
● 1,8 thru 1,C Mode S GICB Capability Report
● 1,D thru 1,F Mode S MSP Capability Report
● 2,0 Aircraft Identification
● 3,0 ACAS Active Resolution Advisory

NOTE: ELS BDS data is transmitted in the ME field of DF20 or DF21.

BDS registers currently specific to Enhanced Surveillance (EHS) are:

● 4,0 Selected Vertical Intent

● 5,0 Track and Turn
● 5,F Quasi-Static Parameter Monitoring
● 6,0 Heading and Speed

NOTE: EHS BDS data is transmitted in the ME field of DF20 or DF21.

Optional BDS registers are:

● 5,1 Position Report, Coarse

● 5,2 Position Report, Fine
● E,5 TCAS Unit Part Number
● E,6 TCAS Unit Software Revision

(4) Detailed BDS Register Descriptions

This section provides a detailed description of the BDS register data currently
specific to 1090 ES ADS-B, ELS, and EHS. The first column in each of the BDS
register tables below lists the parameters associated with each register, the
second column the ARINC 429 label that the transponder receives that data
from, the third column a description of the parameter, and the fourth column the
type of source that typically provides those labels. For those parameters that
have multiple labels listed, the labels are in order of priority as determined by the
transponder.
Note: For those parameters not listed, the value is determined internal to the
transponder via processing of data – not an external source.
Refer to ICAO Annex 10, Vol III, Part 1, Chapter 5; ICAO Annex 10, Vol IV,
Chapter 3 and RTCA DO-260B for more details.
Note: All equipment sources listed below are intended to be the primary LRU on
the aircraft unless otherwise specified. i.e. ADC = Primary/Pilot ADC.

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Parameter Label Description Source

GPS HPL (Horizontal Protection
Type Code 130 GNSS
Level)
SSS (Surveillance Status
16 Control ATC Control Panel
Subfield)
NIC (Navigational
Integrity Category) GPS HPL (Horizontal Protection
130 GNSS
(Navigational Integrity Level)
Circuit) Supp. B
203 Barometric Altitude ADC
HAE (Height Above Ellipsoid)
Altitude 370 GNSS
Altitude
76 MSL (Mean Sea Level) Altitude GNSS
110 Latitude (Coarse)
Latitude GNSS
120 Latitude (Fine)
111 Longitude (Coarse)
Longitude GNSS
121 Longitude (Fine)

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Parameter Label Description Source

GPS HPL (Horizontal Protection
Type Code 130 GNSS
Level)
112 GPS Ground Speed GNSS
FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
Movement or
312 Ground Speed
FMC (Secondary)
or
IRS/FMS
FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
or
314 True Heading
FMC (Secondary)
or
IRS/FMS
Heading/Ground Track FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
or
320 Magnetic Heading
FMC (Secondary)
or
IRS/FMS
103 GPS Track Angle GNSS
110 Latitude (Coarse) GNSS
Latitude
120 Latitude (Fine) GNSS
111 Longitude (Coarse) GNSS
Longitude
121 Longitude (Fine) GNSS

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Parameter Label Description Source

--- Program Pin Strapping
ADS-B Emitter Category
352 Aircraft Type ADC
233 Flight ID Character 1/2 ATC Control Panel
234 Flight ID Character 3/4 Or
FMC (Flight Management
235 Flight ID Character 5/6 Computer)
Or
236 Flight ID Character 7/8 IRS/FMS
Flight ID Character 1-8 FMC (Flight Management
(See Note) Computer)
360 Flight ID Block
or
IRS/FMS
301 Flight ID Characters 1, 2 and 3
FMC (Flight Management
302 Flight ID Characters 4, 5 and 6
Computer)
303 Flight ID Characters 7 and 8
NOTE: At least one of the listed labels are required to properly populate Flight ID information for BDS
0,8. Flight ID is required for ADS-B Out operations and compliance with the instructions provided in
FAA Advisory Circular AC 20-165( ).

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Parameter Label Description Source

166 N/S Velocity
GNSS
174 E/W Velocity
Subtype
206 Indicated Airspeed ADC
210 True Airspeed ADC
NACv (Navigational --- Program Pin Strapping
Accuracy Category for HVFOM (Horizontal Velocity
Velocity) 145 GNSS
Figure of Merit)
E/W Velocity 174 E/W Velocity GNSS
N/S Velocity 166 N/S Velocity GNSS
212 Barometric Vert Rate ADC
165 GNSS Vert Rate GNSS
FMC (Flight Management
Vertical Rate Computer)
Or
365 Inertial Vert Rate
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
203 Barometric Altitude ADC
Difference From Baro HAE (Height Above Ellipsoid)
370 GNSS
Altitude Altitude
76 MSL (Mean Sea Level) Altitude GNSS

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Parameter Label Description Source

166 N/S Velocity
GNSS
174 E/W Velocity
Subtype
206 Indicated Airspeed ADC
210 True Airspeed ADC
NACv (Navigational --- Program Pin Strapping
Accuracy Category for HVFOM (Horizontal Velocity
Velocity) 145 GNSS
Figure of Merit)
FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
Or
314 True Heading
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
Heading
FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
Or
320 Magnetic Heading
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
206 Indicated Airspeed ADC
Airspeed
210 True Airspeed ADC
212 Barometric Vert Rate ADC
165 GNSS Vert Rate GNSS
FMC (Flight Management
Vertical Rate Computer)
Or
365 Inertial Vert Rate
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
203 Barometric Altitude ADC
Difference From Baro HAE (Height Above Ellipsoid)
370 GNSS
Altitude Altitude
76 MSL (Mean Sea Level) Altitude GNSS

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Parameter Label Description Source

233 Flight ID Character 1/2 ATC Control Panel
234 Flight ID Character 3/4 Or
FMC (Flight Management
235 Flight ID Character 5/6 Computer)
Or
236 Flight ID Character 7/8 IRS/FMS
Flight Identification (ID)
Characters 1-8 FMC (Flight Management
(See Note) Computer)
360 Flight ID Block
or
IRS/FMS
301 Flight ID Characters 1, 2 and 3
FMC (Flight Management
302 Flight ID Characters 4, 5 and 6
Computer)
303 Flight ID Characters 7 and 8
NOTE: At least one of the listed labels are required to properly populate Flight ID information for BDS
0,9. Flight ID is required for ADS-B Out Operations and Elementary Surveillance to comply with the
instructions provided in FAA Advisory Circular AC 20-165( ) and JAA Leaflet No 13 that refers to ICAO
Annex 10, Vol. IV, 3.1.2.9.

Table 1-17: BDS 4,0 Selected Vertical Intent

Parameter Label Description Source

ATC Control Panel

Or
FCU/MCP (Flight Control
Unit/Mode Control Panel)
Or
Selected Altitude 102 Selected Altitude FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
Or
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
234 Baro Correction #1 ADC
Baro Pressure Setting
236 Baro Correction #2 ADC

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Parameter Label Description Source

FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
Or
Roll Angle 325 Roll Angle
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
103 GPS Track Angle GNSS
FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
True Track Angle Or
313 Track Angle
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
112 GPS Ground Speed GNSS
FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
Ground Speed Or
312 Ground Speed
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
Or
Track Angle Rate 335 Track Angle Rate
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
True Airspeed 210 True Airspeed ADC

Table 1-19: BDS 5,1 Position Report Coarse

Parameter Label Description Source

Latitude 110 Latitude (Coarse) GNSS
Longitude 111 Longitude (Coarse) GNSS
Pressure Altitude 203 Barometric Altitude ADC

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Parameter Label Description Source

Latitude Fine 120 Latitude (Fine) GNSS
Longitude Fine 121 Longitude (Fine) GNSS
203 Barometric Altitude. ADC
Altitude 370 HAE (Height Above Ellipsoid) GNSS
76 MSL (Mean Sea Level) GNSS

Table 1-21: BDS 6,0 Heading and Speed Report

Parameter Label Description Source

FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
Or
Magnetic Heading 320 Magnetic Heading
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
Indicated Airspeed 206 Indicated Airspeed ADC
Mach Number 205 Mach ADC
Barometric Altitude Rate 212 Baro Altitude Rate ADC
FMC (Flight Management
Computer)
Or
365 Inertial Vert. Rate
Inertial Vertical Velocity FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS
165 GPS Vert. Rate GNSS

Table 1-22: BDS 6,1 Emergency/Priority Status

Parameter Label Description Source

4096 Ident Code indicating
016 status:
Emergency/Priority 7700 = 1 – General Emergency
Status 7600 = 2 – No Communications
031 7500 = 3 – Unlawful Interference ATC Control Panel
All other codes =0 – No Emergency
016 4096 Ident Code as entered in
Mode A (4096 Code)
031 Control Panel

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Parameter Label Description Source

Active Resolution
270
Advisories
274
RACs Record
273
RA Terminated TCAS Resolution Advisory TCAS Processor
Multiple Threat
Encounter 270
Threat - Type Indicator
Threat Identity Data

Table 1-24: BDS 6,2 Target State and Status Information

Parameter Label Description Source

FCU/MCP (Flight Control
Unit/Mode Control Panel)
Or
FMC (Flight Management
Selected Altitude 102 Selected Altitude Computer)
Or
FMC (Secondary)
Or
IRS/FMS

Barometric Pressure 234 Baro Correction #1 ADC

Setting 236 Baro Correction #2 ADC

FCU/MCP (Flight Control

Selected Heading 101 Selected Heading
Unit/Mode Control Panel)

NACp (Navigational
HFOM (Horizontal Figure of
Accuracy Category for 247 GNSS
Merit)
Position)
SIL (Source Integrity 120 Latitude (Fine) GNSS
Level) 121 Longitude (Fine) GNSS

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Parameter Label Description Source

TCAS Operational 274 TCAS
1090 ES In --- Program Pin Strapping
UAT (Universal Access
--- Program Pin Strapping
Transceiver) In
270 TCAS Resolution Advisory TCAS
TCAS RA Active
273 TCAS Resolution Advisory TCAS
IDENT Switch 16 ATC Control ATC Control Panel
Single Antenna Flag --- Program Pin Strapping
SDA (System Design
--- Program Pin Strapping
Assurance)
DO-260 version level of Established by software
MOPS Version No. ---
transponder internal to transponder
NIC (Navigational Integrity GPS HPL (Horizontal Protection
130 GNSS
Category) Supp. A Level)
NACp (Navigational
HFOM (Horizontal Figure of
Accuracy Category for 247 GNSS
Merit)
Position)
Geometric Vertical
136 VFOM GNSS
Accuracy
SIL (Source Integrity 120 Latitude (Fine) GNSS
Level) 121 Longitude (Fine) GNSS

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Parameter Label Description Source

1090 ES In --- Program Pin Strapping
UAT (Universal Access
--- Program Pin Strapping
Transceiver) In
NACv (Navigational --- Program Pin Strapping
Accuracy Category for HVFOM (Horizontal Velocity
Velocity) 145 GNSS
Figure of Merit)
NIC (Navigational Integrity GPS HPL (Horizontal Protection
130 GNSS
Category) Supp.-C Level)
--- Program Pin Strapping
Length/Width
352 Aircraft Type ADC
270 TCAS Resolution Advisory TCAS
TCAS RA Active
273 TCAS Resolution Advisory TCAS
IDENT Switch 16 ATC Control ATC Control Panel
Single Antenna Flag --- Program Pin Strapping
SDA (System Design
--- Program Pin Strapping
Assurance)
--- Program Pin Strapping
GPS Antenna Offset
352 Aircraft Type ADC
NIC (Navigational Integrity GPS HPL (Horizontal Protection
130 GNSS
Category) Supp.-A Level)
NACp (Navigational
HFOM (Horizontal Figure of
Accuracy Category for 247 GNSS
Merit)
Position)
SIL (Source Integrity 120 Latitude (Fine) GNSS
Level) 121 Longitude (Fine) GNSS

D. Mode S Message Format and Data Field Definition

Refer to RTCA DO-181E, DO-185B, DO-218B, and DO-260B for further details of Mode
S Message Formats and Field definitions.

Table 1-27 defines the Mode S interrogation UF (Uplink Format) messages and Table
1-28 defines the Mode S reply DF (Downlink Format) messages. The first 5 bits of the
message indicate the UF/DF type. The message structure including the number of bits
per subfield is included in Table 1-27 and Table 1-28. For example, UF0 [Binary 00000]
is composed of X:3 (3 bits assigned as padding), RL:1 (1 bit assigned to Reply Length)
etc. The Uplink Format message field descriptions are listed in Table 1-29 and the
Downlink Format message field descriptions are listed in Table 1-30.

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Uplink Format Field Description Message Format with Number of Bits

UF0 [00000] Short Air-Air Surveillance X:3, RL:1, X:4, AQ:1, DS:8, X:10 AP:24
X:Pad
UF4 [00100] Surveillance, Altitude Request PC:3, RR:5, DI:3, SD:16, AP:24
UF5 [00101] Surveillance, Identity Request PC:3, RR:5, DI:3, SD:16, AP:24
UF11 [01011] Mode S Only All-Call PR:4, II/IC:4, CL:3, X:16, AP:24 X:Pad
UF16 [10000] Long Air-Air Surveillance X:3, RL:1, X:4, AQ:1, X:18, MU:56,
AP:24 X:Pad
UF20 [10100] Comm-A, Altitude Request PC:3, RR:5, DI:3, SD:16, MA:56, AP:24
UF21 [10101] Comm-A, Identity Request PC:3, RR:5, DI:3, SD:16, MA:56, AP:24
UF24 [11] Comm-C (ELM) RC:2, NC:4, MC:80, AP:24

NOTE: PC, RR, DI, and SD subfields are undefined for UF20/21 broadcast interrogations.

Table 1-28: Downlink Format Messages

Downlink Format Field Description Message Format with Number of Bits

DF0 [00000] Short Air-Air Surveillance VS:1, CC:1, X:1, SL:3, X:2, RI:4, X:2,
AC:13, AP:24 X:Pad
DF4 [00100] Surveillance, Altitude Reply FS:3, DR:5, UM:6, AC:13, AP:24
DF5 [00101] Surveillance, Identity Reply FS:3, DR:5, UM:6, ID:13, AP:24
DF11 [01011] All-Call Reply CA:3, AA:24, PI:24
DF16 [10000] Long Air-Air Surveillance VS:1, X:2, SL:3, X:2, RI:4, X:2, AC:13,
MV:56, AP:24 X:Pad
DF17 [10001] Extended Squitter (ADS-B) CA:3, AA:24, ME:56, PI:24
DF20 [10100] Comm-B, Altitude Reply FS:3, DR:5, UM:6, AC:13, MB:56,
AP:24
DF21 [10101] Comm-B, Identity Reply FS:3, DR:5, UM:6, ID:13, MB:56, AP:24
DF24 [11] Comm-C, Acknowledgement -1-, KE:1, ND:4, MD:80, AP:24

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Designator Field Description

AP Address Parity 24-bit discrete address with parity
check bits overlaid
AQ Acquisition Designates formats UF0, 16 as
acquisition transmissions or non-
acquisition.
CL Code Label Identifies the contents of the IC field
DI Designator Identification Identifies the coding contained in the
SD field
DS Comm-B Data Selector Contains the identity of the ground-
initiated Comm-B register
IC Interrogator Code Contains either the II Code or SI Code
II Interrogator Identification Identifies the interrogator
MA Message Comm-A 56-bit field contains messages directed
to the aircraft
MU Message Comm-U 56-bit field contains information used in
air-to-air exchanges part of the long
special surveillance interrogation
NC Number of C Segments Number of segments transmitted in
ELM mode and part of a Comm-C
interrogation
PC Protocol Operating commands to the
transponder
PR Probability of Reply Contains commands to the transponder
which specify the reply probability to the
Mode S only All-Call interrogations
RC Reply Control Designates the transmitted segment as
initial, intermediate or final
RL Reply Length Commands a reply of DF0 Short
Message or DF16 Long Message
RR Reply Request Contains length and content of the reply
requested by the interrogators
SD Special Designator Contains control codes affecting
transponder protocol
SI Surveillance Identifier Defines the surveillance identifier code

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Designator Field Description

AA Address Announced Contains the aircraft address
AC Altitude Code Field contains the aircraft altitude
AP Address Parity 24-bit field contains the parity overlaid
on the address
CA Transponder Capability Reports transponder communication
capability
CC Crosslink Capability Indicates the transponder’s ability to
support crosslink capability
DR Downlink Request Requests extraction of downlink
messages from the transponder by the
interrogator
FS Flight Status Reports flight status of the aircraft
ID Identification Contains the Mode A identification code
reporting the numbers as set by the
pilot
MB Message Comm-B 56-bit field contains messages
transmitted to the interrogator
ME Message Extended Squitter 56-bit field used to broadcast messages
MV Message Comm-V Contains information used in air-to-air
exchanges and is part of the long
special surveillance reply
PI Parity/Interrogator Identity 24-bit field contains the parity overlaid
on the interrogator’s identity code
RI Reply Information 4-bit field reports airspeed capability
and the type of reply to the interrogating
aircraft
SL TCAS Sensitivity Level This field reports the sensitivity level at
which the TCAS unit is currently
operating
UM Utility Message Contains the transponder status
readouts
VS Vertical Status Reports the aircraft airborne or on-
ground state

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The NXT-700 Transponder has a RJ-45 connector assessable from its front panel. This connector
provides the means to connect via RS-232 interface, a personal computer running the ACSS
WebEDDIT software application for NXT-700 Transponder software uploading and maintenance.

The following functions are supported by the RS-232 interface:

● Operational Software Upload

● Fault Log Download.
● Software Part Number Verification

A. Software Program Description and Configuration

The NXT-700 transponder's part number contains a 5-digit dash number (9007000-
XXYYY). The first two digits (XX) correspond to the unit's hardware configuration and
functionality. The last three digits (YYY) correspond to the operational software load in
the unit. The unit's label also has a separate hardware and software modification status
table. Changes to the boot software are reflected by a change to either the hardware
portion of the dash number or the hardware modification status. Changes to the
operational software are reflected by a change to either the software portion of the dash
number or the software modification status.

Once software is uploaded into the transponder, it is necessary to verify that the correct
software version is loaded in the unit and that the unit's label is remarked with the correct
part number or modification status. The transponder's operational product software part
number uniquely identifies the software load. The following methods may be used to
verify that the correct software part number has been loaded.
● If the aircraft is configured with an ACSS TCAS unit base part number 4066010,
7517900, or 9003500 and an ACSS VSI/TRA base part number 4067241 or a Thales
VSI-TCAS indicator part number 457400XX1900, 1901, or 2000, the software part
number is displayed on the extended test maintenance pages.
● The software part number may be displayed by connecting a personal computer
running the ACSS WebEDDIT software application to the transponder's front panel
RJ-45 connector.

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RS-232 Interface Description

The NXT-700 Transponder’s front panel RJ-45 connector provides a RS-232 interface
that can be connected to a standard serial port on a personal computer (PC). The RS-
232 interface has a baud rate of 115,200 baud, a data size of 8 data bits with 1 stop bit
and no parity. The ACSS WebEDDIT software application can be used to perform all data
transfer functions.

The NXT-700 Transponder expects the software to be transferred in blocks using an

XMODEM 1K communication protocol. The protocol allows for error detection and block
re-transmission during block transfer operations. After a successful software load is
completed, the XPDR P/F indicator is green on the transponder's front panel. A failed
load is annunciated when the XPDR P/F indicator is red on the front panel.

The fault log is downloaded by issuing a WebEDDIT download command through the
RS-232 interface. The fault log is downloaded through an ASCII file transfer.

The WebEDDIT software application can capture the data and write it to a file for
analysis. The NXT-700 Transponder software part number that is loaded in the unit can
be displayed on a personal computer via the WebEDDIT software application. The
command displays the part number for the boot and operational programs, as well as
CRCs, the unit part number, and unit serial number. See Table 1-31 for WebEDDIT user
interface commands.

Table 1-31: WebEDDIT User Commands

Test Input Output

Software CRC CR BOOT xxxx
OPER xxxx
DL xxxx
XIC xxxx
Unit Part Numbers PN BOOT S/W x..x
OPER S/W x..x
DL S/W x..x
XIC F/W x..x
COMPAT NUM x..x
UNIT H/W x..x
UNIT SER x..x
Start Software Upload ( on UL None if the command succeeded,
ground only) otherwise an appropriate error
message is displayed.
Start download of maintenance DL Maintenance Log Downloaded
log
Start Data Output for Recording DR ARINC, Extended Squitter, and
Discrete Data
Stop Data Output for Recording “ESC” key

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Table 1-31 :WebEDDIT User Commands (cont.)

Test Input Output

Display Configuration Data DC CONFIG VALID
NOTE: For Valid Configurations
**** CONFIG INVALID ****
NOTE: For Invalid Configurations
GPS ANT OFF = d
AC L/W = d
NACV = d
SDA = d
ADS-B FAIL DISABLE = d
AC CAT = d
PARITY = d
NOTE: Validity
ADS-B RCV CAP = d
VFOM ADJ = d
SDI = d
ALT TYPE = d
TAS = d
MODE S ADDR =aaaaaa
ANT CBL DELAY = d
ANT BITE = d
Invalid Command any not “INVALID COMMAND”
listed above
(including a
blank line)

8. Software Data Uploading and Part Number Verification Procedures

The following paragraphs give the methods and procedures to do a software upload and
verification that the upload was performed correctly. Prior to uploading software, verify the
current operational software loaded on the transponder. Refer to Software Part Number
Verification procedures described in this section. This will help compare the part numbers before
and after the new software upload.

A. Software Loading Using a Stand-Alone PC with WebEDDIT

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6) Apply power to the NXT-700 Transponder.

7) Power on the PC to Microsoft Windows operation.
8) Select the WebEDDIT maintenance tool from the desktop.
9) Select “Connect with NXT Transponder” from the Menu page.
10) Select “Select Upload File”.
11) Choose the location of the software file to be loaded.
12) Click the “Open” button.
13) Select the “Upload OP S/W File (UL)” button.
14) Once software upload has completed and the NXT-700 Transponder has restarted,
perform steps 10-16 in section B below.

B. Software Verification Using a Stand-Alone PC with WebEDDIT

Verify the updated software part number using a stand-alone PC with WebEDDIT
according to the following procedure:
1) Obtain ACSS WebEDDIT software application part number 9000679-007 or later and
install the software on the PC.
2) Obtain a commercially available RJ-45 to serial cable.
3) Shut off the PC.
4) Remove power from the NXT-700 Transponder.
5) Connect the serial cable from the PC to the RJ-45 front connector on the NXT-700
Transponder.
6) Apply power to the NXT-700 Transponder.
7) Power on the PC to Microsoft Windows operation.
8) Select the WebEDDIT maintenance tool from the desktop.
9) Select “Connect with NXT Transponder” from the Menu page.
10) Select “Part Number”.
11) Verify that the displayed part numbers match what was loaded.
12) Shut down the PC and remove power.
13) Remove power from the NXT-700 Transponder.
14) Disconnect the RJ-45 cable from the NXT-700 Transponder.

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Fault log downloading procedures are used for saving the contents of fault memory for analysis at a
later time, or for aircraft maintenance personnel. Downloading the fault log has no effect on the
operational software load.

A. Fault Log Downloading Using a Stand-Alone PC with WebEDDIT

Verify the updated software part number using a stand-alone PC with WebEDDIT
according to the following procedure:
1) Obtain ACSS WebEDDIT software application part number 9000679-007 or later
and install the software on the personal computer (PC).
2) Obtain a commercially available RJ-45 to serial cable.
3) Shut off the PC.
4) Remove power from the NXT-700 Transponder.
5) Connect the serial cable from the PC to the RJ-45 front connector on the NXT-700
Transponder.
6) Apply power to the NXT-700 Transponder.
7) Power on the PC to Microsoft Windows operation.
8) Select the WebEDDIT maintenance tool from the desktop.
9) Select “Connect with NXT Transponder” from the Menu page.
10) Select “Dump BITE Log (DL)”.
11) Locate BITE Log file in WebEDDIT_SESSIONS folder on the C: drive.
12) Provide the downloaded BITE Log file to ACSS Customer Service for analysis.
13) Shut down the PC and remove power.
14) Remove power from the NXT-700 Transponder.
15) Disconnect the RJ-45 cable from the NXT-700 Transponder.

10. Mode S/ADS-B Configuration Verification Procedures

Mode S/ADS-B Configuration Verification procedures are used for ensuring the installation specific
aircraft parameters are set correctly via the strapping/strobing aircraft wiring.

A. Configuration Verification Using a Stand-Alone PC with WebEDDIT

Verify the configuration strapping/strobing using a stand-alone PC with WebEDDIT

according to the following procedure:
1) Obtain ACSS WebEDDIT software application part number 9000679-007 or later
and install the software on a personal computer.
2) Obtain a commercially available RJ-45 to serial cable.
3) Shut off the PC.

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4) Remove power from the NXT-700 Transponder.
5) Connect the serial cable from the PC to the RJ-45 connector on the front panel of
the NXT-700 Transponder.
6) Apply power to the NXT-700 Transponder.
7) Power on the PC to Microsoft Windows operation.
8) Select the WebEDDIT maintenance tool from the desktop.
9) Select “Connect with NXT Transponder” from the Menu Page.
10) Select “Dump Config (DC)”
11) Verify that the configuration settings match the installation requirements
12) Shut down the PC and remove power.
13) Remove power from the NXT-700 Transponder.
14) Disconnect the RJ-45 cable from NXT-700 Transponder.

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MECHANICAL INSTALLATION

1. General

This section contains information on how and where to mount each component of the NXT-700
Mode S/ADS-B Transponder System. For new installations, plan the installation in two stages.
First, determine the location of the line replaceable units (LRU) in the aircraft. Next, determine
the length of RF and electrical interconnections for the selected locations.

2. Equipment and Materials

For new transponder installations, refer to Table 1-6 for Mounting Tray information. For all other
components, refer to the applicable Outline and Installation Diagram in this section for mounting
and mating connector information.

Refer to the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) for materials necessary to install the
omnidirectional antennas.

3. Mechanical Installation Design

A. Transponder Provisions

Mechanical installation data for the NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder is shown in
Figure 2-1. The transponder can be mounted in any convenient location in the aircraft;
however, it must be located so as to maintain an antenna coaxial cable insertion loss of
no less than 1 dB in the 1030 to 1090 MHz frequency band, and no more than 2.4 dB to
ensure TSO-C166b Class A3 compliance or 3 dB to ensure TSO-C166b Class A0, A1, or
A2 compliance for the transmit and receive capability in accordance with ARINC 718A.
This cable loss specification requires cable lengths of less than 50 feet for most
commonly used cable types. Compensation for cable length differences (in 50 nsec
increments) is provided by program pins in the connector. See Section 4,
Loading/Gradient Specifications.

Locate the mounting tray to allow adequate space for installation of the transponder and
provide reasonable accessibility for servicing. Allow space on the top, sides, and rear of
the transponder for adequate ventilation. Provide a solid mechanical mount to prevent
vibration amplification. In addition, the location must provide protection from rain,
condensation, solvents, and hydraulic fluid.

The mounting tray should be electrically bonded to the aircraft frame by a low resistance
path of less than 2.5 milliohms.

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Figure 2-1: NXT-700 Mode S Transponder Outline and Installation Diagram

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Figure 2-2: EMTEQ Tray Part Number MT4-1000S

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B. Transponder Antenna Provisions

When installing the transponder antennas, a TSO-C112 antenna should be selected. The
antenna must be vertically polarized and operate in the frequency range of 960 to 1220
MHz. Antenna impedance must be 50 ohms. Selection of a grounded or lightning-
protected type antenna is required to pass the transponder bite continuity detection
circuitry, if enabled.
In dual transponder antenna installations, it is important to provide adequate isolation
from each other to prevent receiver front-end damage. A 30-inch desired, 20-inch
minimum, separation of Mode S antennas from other L-band antennas (including TCAS
antennas) must be maintained. The maximum cable length for RG-214/U is 30 feet
(9.144 meters). Allow adequate cable length so bends in the cable have a minimum 3-
inch (76 mm) radius. Selection of coax cable assemblies with moisture barrier protection
is highly recommended to minimize the effects of humidity and corrosion.
When air traffic control (ATC) antennas are installed, the mounting area must provide a
solid mechanical base for the antenna and clearance for the connector. A doubler plate is
usually required when the antenna is mounted on an unsupported large fuselage area.
The aircraft structure should never be weakened for the sake of a good location. Refer to
the aircraft manufacturer’s specifications; reinforcements for antennas are often built into
the aircraft structure.
Doubler plates or shims (if used) must be metallic and shaped to interface the antenna
base with the contour of the aircraft fuselage. All antenna installations should be in
accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
A weather sealing compound should be applied around the perimeter of the antenna
base to prevent seepage of water and condensation, and to prevent corrosion. If a
sealant or aerodynamic smoother is used, it should be applied after the antenna has
been secured to the fuselage.

C. Control Panel Provisions

The Control Panel can be purchased in either a dual Mode S transponder configuration
(when two Mode S transponders are to be included in the installation) or a Mode
S/ATCRBS configuration (when only one of the existing ATCRBS transponders is to be
replaced).

Various types of controllers (Radio Management Units or FMS Controllers) can also be
used to control the transponder. Refer to the selected unit's Installation Manual for
installation data.

D. Antenna Coaxial Cable Requirements

RG-214/U was the classic coaxial cable for transponder applications. However, new
technology coaxial cables are now available that have less signal attenuation per foot,
are smaller in diameter, have a smaller bending radius, weigh less, and are less
flammable.

It is very important that the connectors are correctly installed on the cable to ensure
reliable performance. For this reason, ACSS recommends that installers purchase
antenna cable assemblies, with connectors attached, from reputable cable specialty

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suppliers. The cable assemblies are tested for loss and Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
(VSWR) at the operating frequency to ensure proper operation.

Diversity transponder antenna cables have the following requirements:

• The individual RF cables between the antenna and the transponder mounting tray
(including connectors) must have a nominal characteristic impedance of 50 ohms
with a total insertion loss of 2.0 ±1.0 dB at 1030 MHz.
• Maximum antenna cable length is 30 feet.
• Top and bottom antenna cable lengths do not have to be equal in length. However,
the distance between top and bottom antennas on the horizontal plane cannot
exceed 25 feet (7.6 meters).
• Coaxial cable must be double shielded.
• A male equivalent of the antenna connector must be attached to the antenna end
and a TNC coax connector must be attached to the transponder mounting tray end.

E. Aircraft Configuration Requirements

The NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder has 38 Mode S and 14 ADS-B configuration
pins that must be set to either OPEN, GROUND or STROBED states specific to each
aircraft. Refer to Section 4 Loading/Gradient of this SDIM for a definition of these pins.

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ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

1. General

This section gives electrical installation procedures, power distribution, and interconnect
information for each component of the NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder System installation.

2. Equipment and Materials

Refer to the Outline and Installation Diagrams in Section 2 for mating connector part number
information when doing a new installation.

3. Electrical Installation Procedure

The information necessary to supply the electrical interconnects is shown in Table 3-1 and Table
3-2. Refer to Section 4, Loading/Gradient Specifications, for a list of all the signal names used in
the interconnect diagrams and tables.

NOTE: Refer to ACSS Technical Newsletter 8001227-001, Rev 1 if antenna BITE program
implementation is required for functionality.

4. Electrical Installation

A. NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder

The various installation options require different electrical connections as described on

the interconnect diagram and the paragraphs that follow.

The transponder uses air data supplied in one of the following formats:

ARINC 429/575 Air Data

● J1-3/4
● J1-13/14

Air data from one of these source types must be connected to the transponder.

All Mode S transponders require a unique 24-bit code (Mode S address) that is assigned
to each aircraft. The aircraft Mode S (ICAO) address for US (N) registered can be
obtained from the Federal Aviation Administration, Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center,
Aircraft Registration Information, AVN-450, PO Box 25082, Oklahoma City, OK 73125,
Telephone: (405) 680-3116.

If the aircraft is registered in a country other than the United States, contact the aviation
authority of the country in which the aircraft is registered.

The Mode S address is usually issued as an 8-digit octal number. To strap the address
code correctly, each digit must be converted to a corresponding binary number. (For
example: 7 octal = 111 binary, 1 octal = 001 binary.)

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Once the 8-digit octal code is converted to a 24-bit binary number, the address pins must
be grounded or left open according to this binary number representation. Refer to
Section 4, Loading/Gradient Specifications for a definition of these settings.

An example of an octal code number being converted to a binary number is shown

below:

Octal address code = 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0

In binary this number is: (MSB) 001 010 011 100 101 110 111 000 (LSB)

The assignment of the correct Mode S address is CRITICAL to the proper operation of
the ATC System. If dual Mode S transponders are installed, both transponders must be
programmed to the same Mode S address.

The transponder also uses programming pins to select or deselect various functions and
settings for Mode S and ADS-B functionality. Refer to Section 4, Loading/Gradient
Specifications section to determine applicable installation wiring.

Where more than one pin is shown for 28 volts input, these pins should be connected in
parallel. Also, handle dc ground in the same manner.

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Table 3-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Interconnect Data

I/O Description Connector Pin Connects To Notes

Air Data/Control
(I) J1-1 (22)---------------------- dc Ground
Data/Suppression Shield
J1-2 (22) ----S ------S-------
L-Band Suppression
I/O Mutual Suppression | | 1
Bus
GND-- ---GND

Air Data Input #1 J1-3 (22)--------S--T—S---- ARINC 429/575

(I) 2
429/575 (A) | | Digital ADC
Air Data Input #1 J1-4 (22)--------S--T—S---- ARINC 429/575
(I) | | 2
429/575 (B) GND-- --GND Digital ADC
(I) Mode S Address Bit A1 J1-5 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A2 J1-6 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A3 J1-7 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A4 J1-8 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A5 J1-9 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A6 J1-10 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A7 J1-11 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Ground J1-12 (22)---------------------- Acft dc Ground
Air Data Input #2 J1-13 (22) )------S--T—S---- ARINC 429/575
(I) 2
429/575 (A) | | Digital ADC
Air Data Input #2
J1-14 (22) )------S--T—S---- ARINC 429/575
(I) | | 2
429/575 (B) GND-- --GND Digital ADC
Control Panel A J1-15 (22)--------S--T—S----
(I) Control Panel 2
429 (A) | |
Control Panel A J1-16 (22)--------S--T—S----
(I) | | Control Panel 2
429 (B) GND-- --GND

(I) Mode S Address Bit A8 J1-17 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3

(I) Mode S Address Bit A9 J1-18 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A10 J1-19 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A11 J1-20 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A12 J1-21 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A13 J1-22 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A14 J1-23 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A15 J1-24 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A16 J1-25 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) GAMA Install J1-26
Control Panel B J1-27 (22)--------S--T—S----
(I) Control Panel 2
429 (A) | |
Control Panel B J1-28 (22)--------S--T—S----
(I) | | Control Panel 2
429 (B) GND-- --GND

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Table 3-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Interconnect Data (cont.)

I/O Description Connector Pin Connects To Notes

Control Data Out J1-29 (22)--------S--T—S---- Maintenance Data
(0) 2
429 (A) | | Output (provisioned)
Control Data
J1-30 (22)--------S--T—S---- Maintenance Data
(0) 429 (B)
| | 2
GND-- --GND Output (provisioned)
(I) Mode S Address Bit A17 J1-31 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A18 J1-32 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A19 J1-33 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A20 J1-34 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A21 J1-35 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A22 J1-36 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A23 J1-37 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Mode S Address Bit A24 J1-38 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
Mode S Address Bit
(I) J1-39 (22)---------------------- dc Ground
Common 2
FMC/GNSS #2 In #1 J1-40 (22) )-------S--T—S---- Flight Management
(I) 429 (A)
2
| | System
FMC/GNSS #2 In #1
J1-41 (22) )-------S--T—S---- Flight Management
(I) 429 (B)
| | 2
GND-- --GND System

(I) Control Data Port Select J1-42 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3

Discrete Input
(O) ADS-B Function Fail Output J1-43 (22) ---------------------- Control Panel 3
(I) Aircraft Category A J1-44 (22)---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Aircraft Category B J1-45 (22)---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) ADS-B Configuration Parity J1-46 (22)---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) ADS-B Receive Capability J1-47 (22)---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Extended Squitter Disable J1-48 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
Mode S Data Link Program
(I) Input
J1-49 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
Max True Airspeed
(I) J1-50 (22)---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
Program A
Max True Airspeed
(I) J1-51 (22)---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
Program B
Max True Airspeed
(I) J1-52 (22)---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
Program C
(I) Signal Ground J1-53 (22)---------------------- dc Ground
(I) Transponder OFF J1-54 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open
(I) Standby/On Discrete Input J1-55 (22) ---------------------- Control Panel
(O) XPDR Fail Discrete Output #2 J1-56 (22) ---------------------- Control Panel/Strobe 3
(Strobe Output Discrete #1)
(O) XPDR RF Reply Output J1-57 (22) ---------------------- Control Panel 3
(I) A/V Length/Width A J1-58 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) A/V Length/Width B J1-59 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) A/V Length/Width C J1-60 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3

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I/O Description Connector Pin Connects To Notes

(I) GPS Antenna Longitudinal J1-61 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3

Offset A
GPS Antenna Longitudinal
(I) Offset B
J1-62 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3

(I) GPS Antenna Longitudinal J1-63 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3

Offset C
Navigation Accuracy Category
(I) for Velocity (NACV)
J1-64 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
System Design Assurance
(I) (SDA)
J1-65 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
Max True Airspeed
(I) J1-66 (22)---------------------- dc Ground
Common
MSP/ATSU/CMU Out #1 or
J1-67 (22)--------S--T—S---- MSP/ATSU/CMU or
(O) Comm A/B 2
| | ADLP
429 (A)
MSP/ATSU/CMU Out #1 or
J1-68 (22)--------S--T—S---- MSP/ATSU/CMU or
(O) Comm A/B 2
| | ADLP
429 (B)
FMC/GNSS #1 In or Comm
J1-69 (22)--------S--T—S---- FMC/GNSS or
(I) A/B 2
| | ADLP
429 (A)
FMC/GNSS #1 In or Comm J1-70 (22)--------S--T—S---- FMC/GNSS or
(I) A/B | | 2
GND-- --GND ADLP
429 (B)
(I) ADS-B FAIL Disable J1-71 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Cable Delay Program Top/Bot J1-72 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Cable Delay Program B J1-73 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Cable Delay Program A J1-74 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Functional Test Discrete Input J1-75 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open
(I) Antenna BITE Program Input J1-76 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open
(I) VFOM Adjust J1-77 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open
Control Panel or Acft
(I) Air/Ground Discrete Input #2 J1-78 (22) ----------------------
Air/Ground Switch
Control Panel or Acft
(I) Air/Ground Discrete Input #1 J1-79 (22) ----------------------
Air/Ground Switch
XT Coordination J1-80 (22)--------S--T—S----
| |
(O) XPDR to TCAS TCAS Computer 2
GND-- --GND
429 (A) | |
General Output #1 or
J1-81 (22)--------S--T—S---- General Output or
(O) Comm C/D 2
| | ADLP
429 (A)
General Output #1 or J1-82 (22)--------S--T—S---- General Output or
(O) Comm C/D | | 2
GND-- --GND ADLP
429 (B)

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Table 3-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Interconnect Data (cont.)

I/O Description Connector Pin Connects To Notes

IRS/FMS/Data Concentrator In IRS/FMS/Data
J1-83 (22)--------S--T—S----
(I) #1 or Comm C/D Concentrator or 2
| |
429 (A) ADLP
IRS/FMS/Data Concentrator In J1-84 (22)--------S--T—S---- IRS/FMS/Data
(I) #1 or Comm C/D | | Concentrator or 2
429 (B) GND-- --GND
ADLP
(I) Alt Type Select Program A J1-85 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Alt Type Select Program B J1-86 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Alt Data Source Select J1-87 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
Discrete Input
Spare J1-88
(I) Antenna Single/Dual Program J1-89 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) Backward Incompatibility J1-90 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
Discrete
I/O GPS Time Mark #1A J1-91 ----------------------NC
(Provisioned)
I/O GPS Time Mark #1B J1-92 ----------------------NC
(Provisioned)
(I) Common J1-93 (22)---------------------- dc Ground
(I) Data Link/TCAS Shield J1-94 (22)---------------------- dc Ground 3
XT Coordination J1-95 (22)--------S--T—S----
| |
(O) XPDR to TCAS TCAS Computer 2
GND-- --GND
429 (B) | |
TX Coordination J1-96 (22)--------S--T—S----
(I) TCAS Computer 2
429 (A) | |

TX Coordination
J1-97 (22) )-------S--T—S----
(I) | | TCAS Computer 2
429 (B) GND-- --GND

(I) Reserved Discrete #2 J1-98 Gnd/Open 3

FMC #1 J1-99 (22) )-------S--T—S---- Communication
(I) 2
429 (A) | | Management Unit
FMC #1 J1-100 (22) )-------S--T—S---- Communication
(I) | | 2
429 (B) GND-- --GND Management Unit
Altitude Discrete / Antenna
(I) J1-101 (22)---------------------- dc Ground 3
Program Common
(I) Remote Ident J1-102 (22) ---------------------- Gnd/Open 3
(I) XPDR +28 V PWR J1-103 (22)---------------------- Acft 28 V Supply
(I) XPDR +28 V PWR J1-104 (22)---------------------- Acft 28 V Supply 3
(I) XPDR +28 V RTN J1-105 (22)---------------------- Acft dc Ground 3
(I) XPDR +28 V RTN J1-106 (22)---------------------- Acft dc Ground

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Table 3-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Interconnect Data (cont.)

I/O Description Connector Pin Connects To Notes

Marked
as “1” on
(I) Bottom Antenna RF Input J2 coax ------------------------- Bottom Antenna
rear of
LRU
Marked
as “2” on
(I) Top Antenna RF Input J3 coax ------------------------- Top Antenna
rear of
LRU
NOTES:
1. Use single conductor, shielded wire coax. Connect the shield to aircraft ground.
2. Two-wire shielded cable. Connect shields to aircraft ground.
3. Refer to interface descriptions in Section 4, LOADING/GRADIENT SPECIFICATIONS.

B. Control Panel

Table 3-1, Table 3-2, and Table 3-3 contain interconnect information for the various
control panels. Table 3-1 contains the interconnect data for the ACSS Dual Mode
S/TCAS Control Panel, Part No. 4052190-902, -904, -906 and -908. Table 3-2 contains
the interconnect data for the ACSS ATCRBS-Mode S/TCAS Control Panel, Part No.
4052190-903, -905, -907 and -909. Table 3-3 contains interconnect data for the Gables
Flight ID/ATC/TCAS control panel, Part No. G7490-XX.

If a Gables Control Panel is used, refer to the applicable Gables Installation Manual for
installation data.

Table 3-2: ACSS Dual Mode S Control Panel Interconnect Data

Connector
I/O Description Connects To Notes
Pin
(I) 5 V ac Panel Lighting (C) J1-1 (20) ---------------------- Acft Lighting Source
(I) 5 V ac Panel Lighting (H) J1-2 (20) ---------------------- Acft Lighting Source
(I) 115 V ac Input Power (H) J1-3 (20) ---------------------- Acft 115 V ac Supply
(I) 115 V ac Return (C) J1-4 (20) ---------------------- Acft ac Ground
(O) Antenna Transfer Discrete J1-5 (22) ---------------------- Antenna Relay 1
(I) dc Ground J1-6 (22) ---------------------- Acft dc Ground
(O) Standby/On J1-7 (22) ---------------------- Transponder No. 1
(I) Chassis Ground J1-8 (22) ---------------------- Airframe Ground 2
(I) Functional Test J1-9 (22) ---------------------- Remote Test Switch
(O) Warning & Caution J1-10 (22) ---------------------- Remote Warn System
Spare J1-11 ----------------------
(I) XPDR Fail No. 2 Input J1-12 (22) ---------------------- Transponder No. 1

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Table 3-2: ACSS Dual Mode S Control Panel Interconnect Data (cont.)

Connector
I/O Description Connects To Notes
Pin
Spare J1-13
Spare J1-14
Reserved J1-15
(O) Alt Source Selected Discrete J1-16 (22) ---------------------- Transponder No. 1
Spare J1-17
(I) Monitor Lamp Pwr J1-18 (20) ---------------------- 28 V dc, 2A Source
Spare J1-19
(I) XPDR Fail No. 1 Input J1-20 (22) ---------------------- See J1-12 4
(I) Lamp Test J1-21 (22) ---------------------- Rmt Lamp Test Switch
(O) ARINC 429 (A) Out J1-22 (22) -------S-T-S----- Transponder No. 1
| |
3

(O) ARINC 429 (B) Out J1-23 (22) -------S--T--S----- Transponder No. 1 3
| |
GND-- --GND
Reserved J1-24
Spare J2-1
Spare J2-2

(I) 115 V ac Input Power (H) J2-3 (20) ---------------------- Acft 115 V ac Supply
(I) 115 V ac return (C) J2-4 (20) ---------------------- Acft ac Ground
(O) Antenna Transfer Discrete J2-5 (22) ---------------------- Antenna Relay 1
(I) dc Ground J2-6 (22) ---------------------- Acft dc Ground
(O) Standby/On Discrete J2-7 (22) ---------------------- Transponder No. 2
(I) Chassis Ground J2-8 (22) ---------------------- Airframe Ground 2
Spare J2-9
Spare J2-10
Spare J2-11
(I) XPDR Fail No. 2 Input J2-12 (22) ---------------------- Transponder No. 2
Spare J2-13
Spare J2-14
Reserved J2-15

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Table 3-2: ACSS Dual Mode S Control Panel Interconnect Data (cont.)

Connector
I/O Description Connects To Notes
Pin
(O) Alt Source Select Discrete J2-16 (22) ---------------------- Transponder No. 2
Spare J2-17
Spare J2-18
Spare J2-19
(I) XPDR Fail No. 1 Input J2-20 (22) ---------------------- See J2-12 4
Spare J2-21
(O) ARINC 429 (A) Out J2-22 (22) -------S-T-S------- Transponder No. 2
| |
3
(O) ARINC 429 (B) Out J2-23 (22) -------S--T--S----- Transponder No. 2
| | 3
GND-- --GND
Reserved J2-24
NOTES: 1. Connect either J1-5 or J2-5 to an antenna switching relay if one set of ATC antennas is
used in a dual transponder installation.
2. Connect chassis ground to aircraft frame.
3. Two wire shielded cable. Connect shields to aircraft dc ground.
4. Connector pins J1-12 and J1-20 and pins J2-12 and J2-20 are connected together in the
controller.

Table 3-3: ACSS ATCRBS-Mode S Control Panel Interconnect Data

Connector
I/O Description Connects To Notes
Pin
(I) 5 V ac Pnl Lighting (C) J1-1 (20) ---------------------- Acft Lighting Source
(I) 5 V ac Pnl Lighting (H) J1-2 (20) ---------------------- Acft Lighting Source
(I) 115 V ac Input Power (H) J1-3 (20) ---------------------- Acft 115 V ac Supply
(I) 115 V ac Return (C) J1-4 (20) ---------------------- Acft ac Ground
(O) Antenna Transfer Discrete J1-5 (22) ---------------------- Antenna Relay 1
(I) dc Ground J1-6 (22) ---------------------- Acft dc Ground
(O) Standby/On J1-7 (22) ---------------------- Mode S Transponder
(I) Chassis Ground J1-8 (22) ---------------------- Airframe Ground 2
(I) Functional Test J1-9 (22) ---------------------- Remote Test Switch
(O) Warning & Caution J1-10 (22) ---------------------- Remote Warn System
Spare J1-11

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Table 3-3: ACSS ATCRBS-Mode S Control Panel Interconnect Data (cont.)

Connector
I/O Description Connects To Notes
Pin
(I) XPDR Fail No. 2 Input J1-12 (22) ---------------------- Mode S Transponder
Spare J1-13
Spare J1-14
Reserved J1-15
(O) Alt Source Selected Discrete J1-16 (22) ---------------------- Mode S Transponder
Spare J1-17
(I) Monitor Lamp Power J1-18 (20) ---------------------- 28 V dc, 2A Source
Spare J1-19
(O) ARINC 429 (A) Out J1-22 (22) -------S-T-S------- Mode S Transponder
| |
3

(O) ARINC 429 (B) Out J1-23 (22) -------S--T--S----- Mode S Transponder 3
| |
GND-- --GND
Reserved J1-24
Spare J2-A
Spare J2-B
Spare J2-C
Spare J2-C
Spare J2-D
Spare J2-E
Spare J2-F
Spare J2-G
Spare J2-H
Spare J2-J
Spare J2-K

(O) Alt No 1 J2-L (22) -------------------- Altitude Digitizer No. 1

Spare J2-M

(O) Alt No 2 J2-N (22) ---------------------- Altitude Digitizer No. 2

Spare J2-P

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Table 3-3: ACSS ATCRBS-Mode S Control Panel Interconnect Data (cont.)

Connector
I/O Description Connects To Notes
Pin
(O) Altitude Common J2-R (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
Spare J2-S
(O) Transponder No. 2 On J2-T (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
Spare J2-U
Spare J2-V
Spare J2-W
(O) Mode A Reply Pulse (A1) J2-X (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
(O) Mode A Reply Pulse (A2) J2-Y (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
(O) Mode A Reply Pulse (A4) J2-Z (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
(O) Mode A Reply Pulse (B1) J2-a (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
(O) Mode A Reply Pulse (B2) J2-b (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
(O) Mode A Reply Pulse (B4) J2-c (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
(O) Mode A Reply Pulse (C1) J2-d (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
(O) Mode A Reply Pulse (D4) J2-i (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
(O) Ident Output J2-j (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
Spare J2-k
(I) ATC Fail J2-m (22) ---------------------- ATCRBS Transponder
(I) dc Ground J2-n (22) ---------------------- Acft dc Ground
Spare J2-p
Spare J2-q
(O) Alt Rptg On J2-r (22) ATCRBS Transponder

(O) Test Output J2-s (22) ATCRBS Transponder

(O) Transponder No. 1 On J2-t ----------NC

NOTES: 1. Connect to antenna coax switching relay if one set of ATC antennas is used in a dual
transponder installation.
2. Connect chassis ground to aircraft frame.
3. Two wire shielded cable. Connect shields to aircraft dc ground.
4. Connector pins J1-12 and J1-20 are connected together in the control panel.

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Table 3-4: Gables Flight ID/ATC/TCAS Control Panel

Connector
I/O Description Connects To Notes
Pin
(I) 5 V Panel Lighting (H) J1-1 ---------------------- Acft Lighting Source
(I) 5 V ac Panel Lighting (H)(C) J1-2 ---------------------- Acft Lighting Source
(I) 115 V ac Input Power (H) J1-3 ---------------------- Acft 115 V ac Supply
(I) 115 V ac Return (C) J1-4 ---------------------- Acft ac Ground
(O) Antenna Transfer Discrete J1-5 ---------------------- Antenna Relay 1
(I) dc Ground J1-6 ---------------------- Acft dc Ground
(O) STANDBY/On J1-7 ---------------------- Transponder No. 1
(I) Chassis Ground J1-8 ---------------------- Airframe Ground 2
(I) Functional Test J1-9 ---------------------- Remote Test Switch
(O) Warning & Caution J1-10 ---------------------- Remote Warn System
AIR/GND Switch No. 1
(O) J1-11 ---------------------- Transponder No. 1
Output
(I) XPDR Fail No. 2 Input J1-12 ---------------------- Transponder No. 1
(I) 5 V ac HI Indicator Lighting J1-13 -------------------- Acft Lighting Source
(I) 5 V ac LO Indicator Lighting J1-14 -------------------- Acft Lighting Source
(O) AIR/GND Switch No. 2 J1-15 -------------------- Transponder No. 1
(O) Alt Source Selected Discrete J1-16 ---------------------- Transponder No. 1
(I) Flight ID Disable J1-17 -------- ------------
(I) Monitor Lamp Pwr J1-18 ---------------------- 28 dc, 2A Source
(I) Alt Fail Input J1-19 -------------------- Transponder No. 1

(I) XPDR Fail No. 1 Input J1-20 ---------------------- See J1-12 4

(I) Lamp Test J1-21 ---------------------- Rmt Lamp Test Switch
(O) ARINC 429 (A) Out J1-22 -------S-T-S----- Transponder No. 1
| |
3

(O) ARINC 429 (B) Out J1-23 -------S--T--S----- Transponder No. 1 3

| |
GND-- --GND
(I) AIR/GND Discrete J1-24 --------------------
(I) Spare J2-1 --------------------

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Table 3-5: Gables Flight ID/ATC/TCAS Control Panel (cont.)

Connector
I/O Description Connects To Notes
Pin
(I) Spare J2-2 --------------------

(I) 115 V ac Input Power (H) J2-3 ---------------------- Acft 115 V ac Supply
(I) 115 V ac Return (C) J2-4 ---------------------- Acft ac Ground
(O) Antenna Transfer Discrete J2-5 ---------------------- Antenna Relay
(I) dc Ground J2-6 ---------------------- Acft dc Ground
(O) Standby/On Discrete J2-7 ---------------------- Transponder No. 2
(I) Chassis Ground J2-8 ---------------------- Airframe Ground 2
(I) Functional TEST FC J2-9 ----------------------
(O) WARNING & CAUTION J2-10 ----------------------
(O) AIR/GND SWITCH No. 1 J2-11 ---------------------- Transponder No. 2
(I) XPDR Fail No. 2 Input J2-12 ---------------------- Transponder No. 2
(I) Spare J2-13 ----------------------
(I) Spare J2-14 ----------------------
(O) AIR/GND Switch No. 2 J2-15 ---------------------- Transponder No. 2
(O) Alt Source Select Discrete J2-16 ---------------------- Transponder No. 2
(I) Spare J2-17 ----------------------
(I) Monitor Light Power J2-18 ---------------------- 28 V dc, 2A Source
(I) ALT Fail Input J2-19 ---------------------- Transponder No. 2
(I) XPDR Fail No. 1 Input J2-20 ---------------------- See J2-12 4
(I) Lamp Test J2-21 ---------------------- Rmt Lamp Test SW
(O) ARINC 429 (A) Out J2-22 -------S-T-S----- Transponder No. 2 3
| |
(O) ARINC 429 (B) Out J2-23 -------S--T--S----- Transponder No. 2 3
| |
GND-- --GND
(I) AIR/GND Discrete J2-24 ----------------------
NOTES: 1. Connect either J1-5 or J2-5 to an antenna switching relay if one set of ATC antennas is
used in a dual transponder installation.
2. Connect chassis ground to aircraft frame.
3. Two-wire shielded cable. Connect shields to aircraft dc ground.
4. Connector pins J1-12 and J1-20 and pins J2-12 and J2-20 are connected together in the
controller.

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Refer to the manufacture’s documentation for electrical installation information for the
antennas.

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LOADING/GRADIENT SPECIFICATIONS

1. General

This section contains the loading and gradient specifications for the input and output signals of
each component of the system. The input/output discretes; default to an open state when power
is removed from the transponder.
When installing an NXT-700 transponder in place of another model transponder it is the installer’s
responsibility to verify the existing wiring and program pins according to Tables 4-1 through 4-4,
some differences may exist.

2. Loading and Gradient Specifications

Component Table No.

ACSS NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications Table 4-1
Maximum Airspeed Configuration Table 4-2
Altitude Type Configuration Table 4-3
Cable Delay Configuration Table 4-4
ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pins Table 4-5
ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin States Table 4-6
Aircraft/Vehicle Length/Width Program Pin Strapping Table 4-7
GPS Antenna Longitude Offset Program Pin Strapping Table 4-8
Navigation Accuracy Category for Velocity (NACV) Program Pin Strapping Table 4-9
System Design Assurance (SDA) Program Pin Strapping Table 4-10
ADS-B OUT Fail Disable Program Pin Strapping Table 4-11
Aircraft Category Program Pin Strapping Table 4-12
ADS-B Receive Capability Program Pin Strapping Table 4-13
Vertical Figure of Merit (VFOM) Adjust Program Pin Strapping Table 4-14
ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin Parity Table 4-15
Example of ADS-B OUT Configuration Program Pin Strapping Table 4-16

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-1 SIGNAL GROUND

Connect to Aircraft Signal Ground.

J1-2 MUTUAL SUPPRESSION BUS I/O

L-Band suppression coax must be RG-142 or equivalent coaxial cable.

J1-3, 4 ARINC 429 or 575 Air Data Computer #1 Input: (J1-3 [A], J1-4 [B])

This low speed ARINC 429/575 bus (auto-detect 429 or 575) can be used to input the
following labels used by the transponder.
Label Description Type
203 Uncorrected Barometric Altitude ARINC 429/575
204 Corrected Barometric Altitude ARINC 429/575
205 MACH No. ARINC 429/575
206 Indicated Airspeed ARINC 429/575
210 True Airspeed ARINC 429/575
212 Barometric Vertical Rate ARINC 429/575
234 Barometric Correction MB #1 ARINC 429/575
236 Barometric Correction MB #2 ARINC 429/575
The standards for this interface are defined in ARINC 706. ALT SRC SEL2 (NO) discrete, J1-
87, selects either ADC1 or ADC2.
J1-5 through Mode S Address Program Pins
J1-11
The Mode S Address is a unique 24-bit code assigned to each aircraft. J1-5 through J1-11 are
used to program the most significant 7 bits A1-A7 of 24-bit binary number. The inputs must be
set according to this binary number representation. Each binary 1 represents a Grounded pin
and each binary 0 represents an Open pin. J1-5 represents the Most Significant Bit (MSB) of
the binary number and J1-38 represents the Least Significant Bit (LSB) of the overall binary
number.

NOTE: An address of all 0's or all 1's is an illegal address, and can cause the aircraft
to be invisible to TCAS II equipped aircraft in flight. Never use an illegal
address for an installed system.
J1-12 Mode S Common Ground

Connect to Aircraft Signal Ground.

J1-13, 14 ARINC 429 or 575 Air Data Computer #2 Input: (J1-13 [A], J1-14 [B])

See J1-3, 4.

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-15, 16 ARINC 429 Control Data Port A Bus Input: (J1-15 [A], J1-16 [B])

Control data can be input into the transponder on either of two low-speed ARINC 429 buses
(Ports A and B). This ARINC 429 bus can be used to input (low speed) control and flight
identification information contained in the following labels. The following labels will be
accepted on Control Data Ports A and B when selected by Control Data Port Select Input (J1-
42). J1-27/28 for ARINC 429 Control Data Port B Bus Input operates in an identical manner.
Label Description
013 TCAS Display Mode and Range Control
015 TCAS Altitude Limit Control
016 Transponder and TCAS Control
233 Flight ID Characters 1 and 2
234 Flight ID Characters 3 and 4
235 Flight ID Characters 5 and 6
236 Flight ID Characters 7 and 8
or

When the Control Data Port Select Input (J1-42) is OPEN indicating Control Data Port B is
selected, MCP labels 101 and 102 will be accepted on this bus.
Label Description
101 MCP Selected Heading
102 MCP Selected Altitude
J1-17 Mode S Address Program Pins
through
J1-25 The Mode S Address is a unique 24-bit code assigned to each aircraft. J1-17 through J1-25
are used to program the bits A8-A16 of 24-bit binary number. The inputs must be set
according to this binary number representation. Each binary 1 represents a Grounded pin and
each binary 0 represents an Open pin. J1-5 represents the Most Significant Bit (MSB) of the
binary number and J1-38 represents the Least Significant Bit (LSB) of the overall binary
number.
NOTE: An address of all 0's or all 1's is an illegal address, and can cause the aircraft
to be invisible to TCAS II equipped aircraft in flight. Never use an illegal
address for an installed system.
J1-26 GAMA Install
J1-27, 28 ARINC 429 Control Data Port B Input: (J1-27 [A], J1-28 [B])

Reference J1-15/16 for ARINC 429 Control Data Port A Bus Input.
J1-29, 30 Maintenance Data Output (provisioned)

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-31 Mode S Address Program Pins
through
J1-38 The Mode S Address is a unique 24-bit code assigned to each aircraft. J1-31 through J1-38
are used to program the bits A17-A24 of 24-bit binary number. The inputs must be set
according to this binary number representation. Each binary 1 represents a Grounded pin and
each binary 0 represents an Open pin. J1-5 represents the Most Significant Bit (MSB) of the
binary number and J1-38 represents the Least Significant Bit (LSB) of the overall binary
number.
NOTE: An address of all 0's or all 1's is an illegal address, and can cause the aircraft
to be invisible to TCAS II equipped aircraft in flight. Never use an illegal
address for an installed system.
J1-39 Mode S Common Ground 2

Connect to Aircraft Signal Ground.

J1-40, 41 ARINC 429 GPS #2 Input: (J1-41 [A], J1-40 [B])

See J1-69/70.
J1-42 Control Data Port Select Input

Reference J1-15/16 and J1-27/28. This discrete input is used to select which port is used to
input control data to the transponder. This input uses ground/open logic as follows:

Ground = Port A (J1-15/16)

Open = Port B (J1-27/28)
J1-43 ADS-B OUT Function Fail Discrete Output:

This discrete outputs the status of the ADS-B OUT function.

A ground signal capable of sinking 200 mA is output when the ADS-B OUT GPS position
source is operating normally and an open signal is output when the GPS position source has
failed.
J1-44 ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pins
through
J1-47 Reference subsection 3 for the functional descriptions.
Aircraft Category A (J1-44)
Aircraft Category B (J1-45)
J1-48 Extended Squitter Disable Program Pin

This pin provides the means to disable extended squitters, that is, disable the ADS-B OUT
function. When this pin is grounded, ADS-B OUT is disabled, and when it is open, ADS-B
OUT is enabled.

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-49 Mode S Data Link Program Pin

This pin provides the means to program strap the installation for an ADLP. When this pin is
grounded, an ADLP is installed, and when it is open, an ADLP is not installed.
J1-50 Maximum True Airspeed Program Pins
through
J1-52 These pins provide the means to program strap the maximum True Airspeed capability of the
aircraft. Use an E6B calculator to convert Vmo IAS to TAS. The inputs use ground/open logic.
Program pin common J1-66 can supply a ground. (See Table 4-2)
J1-53 SIGNAL GROUND

Connect to Aircraft Signal Ground.

J1-54 XPDR OFF (NO) Discrete Input

This discrete input is used to turn the transponder power supply OFF. This pin should not be
connected in aircraft installations.
J1-55 Standby/On Discrete Input

This discrete input is connected to the control panel STANDBY/ON output. This input selects
the active or standby status of the transponder. A ground causes the transponder to be in
standby and an open causes the transponder to be active.
J1-56 XPDR Fail Discrete Output #2 / Strobe Output

This output discrete is used to annunciate an internal transponder failure condition or an ADS-
B Function Fail if J1-71 is open. A ground signal capable of sinking 200 mA is output when the
transponder is operating normally and an open signal is output when a failure has occurred.

For DO-260B (ADS-B OUT) installations this pin also provides the strobed output for the ADS-
B OUT Configuration Data Program Pins. Reference subsection 3 for details.
J1-57 XPDR RF Reply Discrete Output

This output discrete asserts low for each ATCRBS and MODE S reply output by the
transponder for the approximate duration of the reply transmission. The intent of this output is
to drive reply activity indications on control panels that support this annunciation.
J1-58 ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pins
through
J1-65 Reference subsection 3 for the functional descriptions.
J1-66 Max True Airspeed Common

Connect to Aircraft Signal Ground.

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-67, 68 ARINC 429 MSP/ATSU/CMU Output #1 or Comm A/B: (J1-67 [A], J1-68 [B])

The MSP/ATSU/CMU output bus is a high-speed bus used when ADLP is installed.
J1-69, 70 ARINC 429 GPS #1 Input or Comm A/B: (J1-69 [A], J1-70 [B])

For ADS-B OUT enabled installations (J1-48 open), this ARINC 429 bus must be used to input
(high or low speed) GPS label information directly from a qualified source, as specified in FAA
AC 20-165( ). When dual qualified GPS sources are available in a dual NXT-700 transponder
installation connect the GPS 1 ARINC 429 bus to J1-69/70 on both transponders and connect
the GPS 2 ARINC 429 bus to J1-41/40 on both transponders. J1-41/40 for ARINC 429 GPS
#2 input operates in an identical manner.

A valid GPS block of data starts with Label 273 and ends with Label 150. Reference the table
below for the list of required GPS labels.

Label Description
076 GNSS Altitude (MSL)
103 GNSS Track Angle
110 GNSS Latitude Coarse
111 GNSS Longitude Coarse
112 GNSS Ground Speed
120 GNSS Latitude Fine
121 GNSS Longitude Fine
130 Autonomous Horizontal Integrity Limit
136 GNSS Vertical Figure of Merit (VFOM)
140 UTC Fine
145 Horizontal Velocity Figure of Merit
150 UTC Time
165 GNSS Vertical Velocity
166 GNSS N/S Velocity
174 GNSS E/W Velocity
247 Horizontal Figure of Merit (HFOM)
273 GNSS Sensor Status
370 GNSS Height (HAE)

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-71 ADS-B FAIL Disable Program Pin

Reference subsection 3 for the functional description.

J1-72 Cable Delay Program Pins
through
J1-74 These pins provide the means to compensate for the difference in propagation delays in the
transponder due to antenna transmission line length differences between the top and bottom
antennas. These pins use ground/open logic. (See Table 4-4)

J1-75 Functional Test Discrete Input

This discrete input is used to put the transponder into a functional test mode. The functional
test performed by the transponder is equivalent to a test initiated from the control panel. The
input uses ground/open logic as follows:

Ground = Initiate Functional Test

Open = Normal Operation.
J1-76 Antenna BITE Program Pin

This pin provides the means to enable or inhibit the testing of the antenna system. When this
pin is grounded, Antenna BITE is enabled while the aircraft is on ground only, when this pin is
strobed (connected to J1-56) Antenna BITE is enabled while on ground and in air, and when it
is open, Antenna BITE is disabled.

NOTE 1: An open state (no BITE) on this pin will not log a fault when the continuity
check of the antenna, cabling, and connectors have failed by indicating a
resistance to ground >500 ohms. A ground state (BITE enabled on ground
only) on this pin will log a fault when the continuity check of the antenna,
cabling, and connectors have failed. This check is performed on ground. A
strobed state (BITE enabled) will log a fault when the continuity check of the
antenna, cabling, and connectors have failed. This check is performed on
ground and in air. If TCAS II equipment is installed, a failure of the continuity
check on one antenna will drive a TCAS FAIL and XPDR FAIL if the sensitivity
level is equal to something other than standby or TA ONLY. Anytime both
antennas fail the continuity check the XPDR FAIL discrete output (J1-56) will
be set to FAIL. Failures are also indicated on the NXT-700 Transponder’s front
panel status lamps when on ground.
NOTE 2: In an installation where no DO-260B program pins are wired, or they are wired
incorrectly, Antenna Bite will be disabled regardless of the state of this
program pin.
J1-77 ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin

Reference subsection 3 for the functional descriptions.

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-78 Air/Ground #2 Discrete Input
See J1-79.
J1-79 Air/Ground #1 Discrete Input

This pin and Air/Ground #2 Discrete Input (J1-78) provide the means for the transponder to
determine the Air/Ground status of the aircraft. Only one of these two air/ground inputs is
required. The status is used in replies to Mode S interrogations and to inhibit replies to certain
types of interrogations.

When this pin is connected to the Air/Ground Relay (Squat Switch), the transponder does not
reply to ATCRBS, ATCRBS/Mode S All Call, or Mode S All Call when the input is set for On
the Ground. This input should be connected to the Air/Ground Relay for normal operation. The
Air/Ground discrete On the Ground condition is overridden and set to In Air if Label 112
Ground Speed from the selected ADS-B position source or Label 206 Indicated Airspeed from
selected altitude source >100 knots.
J1-80, 95 ARINC 429 XT Coordination Bus Output: (J1-80 [A], J1-95 [B])

This high speed ARINC 429 output bus is provided to interface with a TCAS II computer. The
standards for this interface are defined in ARINC 735B. Reference J1-96/97 for the ARINC
429 TX Coordination Bus Input. The following labels are output to TCAS.
Label Description
013 TCAS Display Mode and Range Control
015 TCAS Altitude Limit Control
016 Transponder and TCAS Control
203 Uncorrected Barometric Altitude
204 Corrected Barometric Altitude
270 BDS Register Data
271 TCAS Coordination Data Word 1
272 TCAS Coordination Data Word 2
273 Mode S Ground Uplink
274 TCAS Coordination Data Word 3
275 Mode S Address Word 1
276 Mode S Address/Max TAS Word 2
277 ACK/NAK of Non-Periodic Message
350 TCAS Bit Mapped Error Word
356 TCAS Text Data

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-81, 82 ARINC 429 General Output #1 or Comm C/D Output: (J1-81 [A], J1-82 [B])

This high speed ARINC 429 bus transmits control panel input data back to the control panel
for verification purposes. These output pins are connected only on some control panels that
require feedback from the transponder to make sure it is operating properly. The following
labels are sent.
Label Description
013 TCAS Display Mode and Range Control
015 TCAS Altitude Limit Control
016 Transponder and TCAS Control
203 Uncorrected Barometric Altitude
204 Corrected Barometric Altitude
233 Flight ID Characters 1 and 2
234 Flight ID Characters 3 and 4
235 Flight ID Characters 5 and 6
236 Flight ID Characters 7 and 8
275 Mode S Address Word 1
276 Mode S Address/Max TAS Word 2

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-83, 84 ARINC 429 IRS/FMS Input or Comm C/D: (J1-83 [A], J1-84 [B])

This ARINC 429 bus can be used to input (high or low speed) the following labels.
Label Description
101 FMS Selected Heading
102 FMS Selected Altitude
233 Flight ID Characters 1 and 2
234 Flight ID Characters 3 and 4
235 Flight ID Characters 5 and 6
236 Flight ID Characters 7 and 8
312 Ground Speed
313 True Track Angle
314 True Heading
320 Magnetic Heading
325 Roll Angle
335 Track Angle Rate
365 Vertical Velocity
377 Equipment ID

NOTE: Label 102 FMS Selected Altitude will only be accepted on the IRS/FMS bus if
the Label 377 Equipment ID is valid and not indicating IRS (04H).
J1- 85, 86 Altitude Type Select Program Pins

(See Table 4-3)

J1-87 Air Data Source Select Discrete Input

This discrete input provides the means to specify which of the two air data sources is used to
obtain altitude information. Reference the ARINC 429 and ARINC 575 digital air data inputs.

Ground = Altitude Source No. 2 (ARINC 429/575 J1-13/14)

Open = Altitude Source No. 1 (ARINC 429/575 J1-3/4)
J1-88 Reserved

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-89 Single/Dual Antenna Program Pin

This input provides the means to strap installations with a single (bottom-mounted) antenna.
The input uses ground/open logic as follows:

Ground = Single bottom-mounted antenna.

Open = Diversity top-mounted antenna and bottom-mounted antenna.
J1-90 Backward Incompatibility Discrete
J1-91, 92 GPS Time Mark #1A/1B (Provisioned)
J1-93 Common

Connect to Aircraft Signal Ground.

J1-94 Data Link/TCAS Shield

Connect to Aircraft Signal Ground.

J1-96, 97 ARINC 429 TX Coordination Bus Input: (J1-96 [A], J1-97 [B])

This high speed ARINC 429 input bus is provided to interface with a TCAS II computer. The
standards for this interface are defined in ARINC 735B. Reference J1-80/95 for the ARINC
429 XT Coordination Bus Output. The following TCAS II labels can be input to the
transponder.
Label Description
270 TCAS RA Segment 2
270 TCAS RA Segment 3
270 TCAS Data Link Capability Segment 0
270 TCAS Data Link Capability Segment 1
270 TCAS Data Link Capability Segment 2
270 TCAS Request for BDS Register Data
273 TCAS Resolution Advisory
274 TCAS Output
275 TCAS ACK / NAK
276 Mode S Address/Max TAS Word 2
305 Version 1, 260B Config Word 0
305 Version 1, 260B Config Word 1
305 Version 1, 260B Config Word 2

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-98 Reserved
J1-99, 100 ARINC 429 FMC Input: (J1-99 [A], J1-100 [B])

This ARINC 429 bus can be used to input (high or low speed) the following labels from an
FMC:
Label Description
101 FMS Selected Heading
102 FMS Selected Altitude
233 Flight ID Characters 1 and 2
234 Flight ID Characters 3 and 4
235 Flight ID Characters 5 and 6
236 Flight ID Characters 7 and 8
360 Flight ID Initial Word 1
360 Flight ID Intermediate Word 2
360 Flight ID Intermediate Word 3
360 Flight ID Intermediate Word 4
360 Flight ID Intermediate Word 5
360 Flight ID Intermediate Word 6
360 Flight ID Final Word 7
377 Equipment ID

NOTE: Label 102 FMS Selected Altitude will only be accepted on the IRS/FMS bus if
the Label 377 Equipment ID is valid and not indicating IRS (04H).
J1-101 Altitude Discrete/Antenna Program Common

Connect to Aircraft Signal Ground.

J1-102 Remote Ident

This discrete input, when grounded, is handled in the same manner as if it was received from
a control panel IDENT button via label 016 bit 12 to the transponder. It allows the IDENT
button to be directly wired to the transponder in support of placing the button on the yoke, for
example, rather than only on the ATC Control Panel.

Ground = Ident Asserted

Open = Ident Not Asserted
J1-103 XPDR +28 V dc PWR (+)

This pin supplies the +28 V dc power requirements for the transponder.

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Table 4-1: NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B Transponder Loading/Gradient Specifications (cont.)

Connector
Pin Functional Description
Designation
J1-104 XPDR +28 V dc PWR (+)

This pin supplies the +28 V dc power requirements for the transponder.
J1-105 CHASSIS GROUND

Connect to aircraft frame.

J1-106 CHASSIS GROUND

Connect to aircraft frame.

3. NXT-700 Strapping Options

This section contains the various configuration options associated with the NXT-700. For each
configuration option below, a ground state can be achieved by connecting to J1-101.

Table 4-2 - Maximum Airspeed

J1-50 State J1-51 State J1-52 State Definition

Open Open Open No Maximum Airspeed Available
Ground Open Open Maximum Airspeed ≤75 knots
Open Ground Open Maximum Airspeed >75 and ≤150 knots
Ground Ground Open Maximum Airspeed >150 and ≤300 knots
Open Open Ground Maximum Airspeed >300 and ≤600 knots
Ground Open Ground Maximum Airspeed >600 and ≤1200 knots
Open Ground Ground Maximum Airspeed >1200 knots
Ground Ground Ground Not Assigned

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Table 4-3 - Altitude Type

Altitude Type J1-85 State J1-86 State

ARINC 429 Altitude Source Open Open
ARINC 575 Altitude Source Open Ground

Table 4-4 - Cable Delay

Differential
J1-72 State J1-73 State J1-74 State Transponder Adjustment
Delay
Open Open Open 0-50 ns No Change
Open Open Ground 51-150 ns Add Delay to Top Channel
Open Ground Open 151-250 ns Add Delay to Top Channel
Open Ground Ground 251-350 ns Add Delay to Top Channel
Ground Open Open 0-50 ns No Change
Ground Open Ground 51-150 ns Add Delay to Bottom Channel
Ground Ground Open 151-250 ns Add Delay to Bottom Channel
Ground Ground Ground 251-350 ns Add Delay to Bottom Channel
The differential delay column is the difference in the round trip cable delay between the top and bottom
antenna cables. The differential delay can be calculated as follows:

[(Top coax cable length in feet x top coax cable time delay characteristic) - (bottom coax cable length in
feet x bottom coax cable time delay characteristic)] x 2.

4. Mode S/ADS-B OUT Configuration Data

This section contains aircraft parameters that are required to be populated in order for the
transponder to send correct Mode S and ADS-B data. ARINC 718A-4 defines a method to strobe
transponder inputs in order to set values for the required parameters.

If the NXT-700 is installed with an ACSS Surveillance Processor, the necessary ADS-B OUT
Configuration Data will be transmitted from the Surveillance Processor via A429 Label 305 on the
TX bus to the NXT-700.
Table 4-16 provides an example of ADS-B OUT Configuration Program Pin Strapping.

A. ADS-B Configuration Data Definition

The ADS-B OUT Configuration Data program pins are listed in Table 4-5. The first
column below lists the applicable pin number of the NXT-700, followed by the ADS-B Out
Function associated with that pin, the possible Configurable State associated with that
pin and the Configuration Options column. In the Configuration Options column, the table
referenced in the cell contains the possible options associated with that Function and the
State required of the pin. For each function, a Configuration Option must be determined
in accordance with the tables contained in this section.

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Table 4-5: ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pins

Connector Pin Configurable State Configuration

Function
Designation (See Table 4-8) Options
J1-58 Aircraft/Vehicle Length/Width A Open/Ground
J1-59 Aircraft/Vehicle Length/Width B Open/Ground/Strobed Table 4-7
J1-60 Aircraft/Vehicle Length/Width C Open/Ground/Strobed
J1-61 GPS Antenna Longitudinal Offset A Open/Ground/Strobed
J1-62 GPS Antenna Longitudinal Offset B Open/Ground/Strobed Table 4-8
J1-63 GPS Antenna Longitudinal Offset C Open/Ground/Strobed
Navigation Accuracy Category
J1-64 Open/Ground/Strobed Table 4-9
Velocity (NACV)
J1-65 System Design Assurance (SDA) Open/Ground/Strobed Table 4-10
J1-71 ADS-B FAIL Disable Open/Ground Table 4-11
J1-44 Aircraft Category A Open/Ground/Strobed
Table 4-12
J1-45 Aircraft Category B Open/Ground/Strobed
J1-47 ADS-B Receive Capability Open/Ground/Strobed Table 4-13
J1-77 VFOM Adjust Open/Ground Table 4-14

B. ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin Configurable States

The ADS-B OUT configuration data program pins can be in one of three states: Open,
Ground, or Strobed. Table 4-6 below shows the State in a number format (as referenced
in the remaining tables), the State Description as it correlates to the number, and the
Connection associated with that state. As shown in the table below, J1-56 serves as the
Strobe output discrete.

Table 4-6: ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin States

State Description Connect To

0 Open No Connection
1 Ground J1-66 or J1-101
J1-56
2 Strobe
(See Note)
Note: If J1-56 is connected to an external annunciation, pins that require
strobing must be spliced to the wire connected to J1-56.

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J1-46 provides the means to program strap each transponder's parity. Valid parity is even
and is determined by the number of Configuration Data Program Pins that are grounded.
If an even number of pins is grounded then the Configuration Data Program Pin Parity
(J1-46) is left open. If an odd number of discretes is grounded then the Configuration
Data Program Parity Pin (J1-46) is connected to ground. Only those pins in Table 4-5 are
counted when determining Parity.

D. ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin Strapping

The transponder decodes the Configuration Data Discretes per DO-260B. Reference the
following tables:

(1) Aircraft/Vehicle Length/Width Program Pin Strapping

J1-58, J1-59, and J1-60 provide the means to program strap the aircraft's length
and width. Refer to Table 4-7.

The transponder populates the value of Aircraft Length/Width Code as follows:

Table 4-7: Aircraft/Vehicle Length/Width Program Pin Strapping

J1-58
J1-59 J1-60 Aircraft Length/Width Upper bound Upper bound
State
State State Code Value Length (meters) Width (meters)
(NOTE)
0 0 0 0 No Data or Unknown
0 0 1 1 ≤15 ≤23
0 0 2 2 ≤28.5
≤25
0 1 0 3 ≤34
0 1 1 4 ≤33
≤35
0 1 2 5 ≤38
0 2 0 6 ≤39.5
≤45
0 2 1 7 ≤45
0 2 2 8 ≤45
≤55
1 0 0 9 ≤52
1 0 1 10 ≤59.5
≤65
1 0 2 11 ≤67
1 1 0 12 ≤72.5
≤75
1 1 1 13 ≤80
1 1 2 14 ≤80
≤85
1 2 0 15 ≤90

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(2) GPS Antenna Longitude Offset Program Pin Strapping

J1-61, J1-62, and J1-63 provide the means to program strap the distance of the
GPS antenna installation from the nose of the aircraft.

Aircraft manufacturers and operators have indicated that dual GPS antennas are
typically installed such that there is not more than 2 to 3 meters distance
between the two antennas. Therefore, the midpoint distance between the two
antennas along the longitudinal axis of the aircraft should be used to encode the
antenna position from the aircraft's nose in accordance with Table 4-8.

The transponder populates the value of GPS Antenna Longitudinal Offset as

follows:

Table 4-8: GPS Antenna Longitude Offset Program Pin Strapping

GPS Antenna Upper Bound of the GPS Antenna Offset

J1-61 J1-62 J1-63
Longitudinal Offset along Longitudinal Axis Aft from
State State State
Value Aircraft Nose (meters)
0 0 0 0 0 or No Data
0 0 1 1 Position Offset Applied by Sensor
0 0 2 2 2
0 1 0 3 4
0 1 1 4 6
0 1 2 5 8
0 2 0 6 10
0 2 1 7 12
0 2 2 8 14
1 0 0 9 16
1 0 1 10 18
1 0 2 11 20
1 1 0 12 22
1 1 1 13 24
1 1 2 14 26
1 2 0 15 28
1 2 1 16 30
1 2 2 17 32
2 0 0 18 34
2 0 1 19 36
2 0 2 20 38

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Table 4-8: GPS Antenna Longitude Offset Program Pin Strapping (cont.)

GPS Antenna Upper Bound of the GPS Antenna Offset

J1-61 J1-62 J1-63
Longitudinal Offset along Longitudinal Axis Aft from
State State State
Value Aircraft Nose (meters)
2 1 0 21 40
2 1 1 22 42
2 1 2 23 44
2 2 0 24 46
2 2 1 25 48
2 2 2 26 50

(3) Navigation Accuracy Category for Velocity (NACV) Encoding

J1-64 provides the means to program strap the Navigation Accuracy Category for
Velocity (NACV) of the installation in accordance with Table 4-9. The NACv value
can be read from label 145 from the GPS, however if it is not received, then the
state of program pin J1-64 is used.

Table 4-9: Navigation Accuracy Category for Velocity (NACV) Program Pin Strapping

J1-64 State NACv Value Horizontal Velocity Error

0 0 Unknown or ≥10 meters/sec
1 1 <10 meters/sec
2 2 <3 meters/sec
NOTES: 1. Encoding is only provided through State 2 as it will be well into the future before
navigation sources will be capable of providing NACV values approaching 1
meter/second.
2. If the NACV value to be encoded is less than 1 meter/second or better, then the
Pin Configuration and bit encoding shall be set to that indicated for State 2.

(4) System Design Assurance (SDA) Program Pin Strapping

J1-65 provides the means to program strap the System Design Assurance (SDA)
of the installation in accordance with Table 4-10.

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Table 4-10: System Design Assurance (SDA) Program Pin Strapping

Probability of Undetected Fault

Supported Failure
J1-65 State SDA Value causing transmission of False or
Condition (Note 1)
Misleading Information (Note 4, 5)

0 0 Unknown / No Safety Effect >1x10-3 per flight hour or unknown

1 2 Major >1x10-5 per flight hour

2 3 Hazardous >1x10-7 per flight hour

NOTES:
1. It is expected that all GPS/GNSS and ADS-B OUT transmitting equipment associated with DO-260B
will support a minimum design assurance of 10-5. Therefore, the 10-3 case having an SDA = “1” is NOT
allowed and there is no encoding provision made with J1-65.
2. Software Design Assurance per RTCA DO-178B (EUROCAE ED-12B). Airborne Electronic Hardware
Design Assurance per RTCA DO-254 (EUROCAE ED-80).
3. Supported Failure Classification defined in AC 23.1309-1C, AC 25.1309-1A, and AC 29-2C.
4. Because the broadcast position can be used by any other ADS-B OUT equipped aircraft or by ATC, the
provisions in AC 23-1309-1C that allow reduction in failure probabilities and design assurance level for
aircraft under 6,000 pounds do not apply.
5. Includes probability of transmitting false or misleading latitude, longitude, velocity, or associated
accuracy and integrity metrics.

(5) ADS-B OUT Fail Disable Program Pin Strapping

J1-71 provides the means to program strap the annunciation of an ADS-B OUT
function fail via the Fail Warn Discrete output (J1-56) in accordance with Table
4-11.

Table 4-11: ADS-B OUT Fail Disable Program Pin Strapping

J1-71 State ADS-B FAIL Disable Value

0 0 (Note 1)
1 1 (Note 2)
NOTES: 1. Failures of the ADS-B Function are declared via the Fail Warn Discrete outputs (J1-56 and
J1-43).
2. Failures of the ADS-B Function are NOT declared via the Fail Warn Discrete output (J1-56)
but are declared via J1-43.

(6) Aircraft Category Program Pin Strapping

J1-44 and J1-45 provide the means to program strap the Aircraft Category in
accordance with Table 4-12.

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(7) ADS-B Receive Capability Program Pin Strapping

J1-47 provides the means to program strap the ADS-B Receive Capability of the
installation in accordance with Table 4-13.

Table 4-13: ADS-B Receive Capability Program Pin Strapping

J1-47 1090-In UAT-In

Selection / Meaning
State Value Value
0 0 0 Aircraft installation has no capability to receive either 1090-IN or UAT-IN
1 1 0 Aircraft installation has capability to receive 1090-IN ONLY
2 1 1 Aircraft installation has capability to receive both 1090-IN and UAT-IN
NOTE: It is expected that future implementations with TCAS or the Traffic Function will have additional
capability to communicate the state of 1090ES IN and UAT IN. Presently, no such method is
identified.

(8) Vertical Figure of Merit (VFOM) Adjust Program Pin Strapping

J1-77 provides the means to program strap each transponder’s VFOM adjust
status in accordance with Table 4-14.

The VFOM adjust discrete should be set to ground, when the installed GPS (in
support of ADS-B OUT) does not provide Height Above Ellipsoid (HAE)
geometric attitude on ARINC Label 370 (As defined in ARINC 743A-5), and does
provide Mean Sea Level (MSL) GNSS Altitude on ARINC Label 076 using
something other than the WGS84 Ellipsoid in its altitude algorithm.

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J1-77 VFOM
Selection / Meaning
State Adjust Value
Installed GPS provides Height Above Ellipsoid (HAE) geometric attitude on
0 0
ARINC Label 370
Installed GPS provides Mean Sea Level (MSL) GNSS Altitude Label 076
1 1
using something other than the WGS84 Ellipsoid in its altitude algorithm

(9) ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin Parity

J1-46 provides the means to program strap each transponder’s ADS-B OUT
Configuration Data Program Pin Parity in accordance with Table 4-15.

Parity is calculated based on the total of all ADS-B program pins connected to
ground. Refer to Table 4-5 for the list of pins to be counted. If the count is even,
J1-46 = open (0). If count is odd, J1-46 = ground (1).

Table 4-15: ADS-B OUT Configuration Data Program Pin Parity

J1-46 State Configuration Parity Value

0 0
1 1

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Table 4-16: Example of ADS-B OUT Configuration Program Pin Strapping

1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10
Column 3 connected to:
# of Pins J1-46
Common Connected Open /
Strobe Parity
ADS-B /Ground to ground Ground
Value Pin Open
Parameter J1-66 or (Note 1) (Note 2)
J1-56
J1-101
Aircraft/ Length ≤65 J1-58 X
Vehicle meters
J1-59 X
Length/ Width ≤67
Width meters J1-60 X

GPS J1-61 X
Antenna
8 meters J1-62 X
Longitudinal
Offset J1-63 X
<10 meters /
NACv J1-64 X
seconds
<1X10-5 per
SDA J1-65 X
flight hour 6 Even Open
ADS-B Fail Failures
J1-71 X
Disable Declared

Aircraft Heavy J1-44 X

Category (>300,000 lbs) J1-45 X
ADS-B
1090ES in only J1-47 X
Receive
HAE Geometric
Altitude Label
VFOM
370 received J1-77 X
Adjust
from installed
GPS
NOTES:
1. Column 8 is the total number of pins connected to common/ground.
2. Column 10 indicates the connection that should be made for J1-46 based on the parity.
Odd Parity = Ground,
Even Parity = Open.

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ADJUSTMENT/TEST

1. General

The procedures that follow are designed to check for proper operation and satisfactory installation
of the NXT-700 transponder system while the aircraft is on the ground. These procedures
describe a single and/or a dual Mode S transponder installation. For dual transponder
installations, the same procedure can be used to check each transponder individually.

2. Equipment and Materials

Equipment and materials required to test and checkout the transponder are given in Table 5-1.

Table 5-1: Equipment and Materials

Equipment Description Source

Digital Multimeter Fluke Model 29 Digital Multimeter John Fluke Mfg Co Inc, Everett,
WA
Transponder Ramp Tester IFR-601 Transponder Test Set Aeroflex Inc., Plainview, NY
IFR 6000 ATC/TCAS/DME Test Aeroflex Inc., Plainview, NY
Set
TB-2100 ATC/DME Test Set Tel-Instrument Electronics Corp,
Carlstadt, NJ
APM-424 Transponder Test Set JcAir Test Systems, New Century, KS
Air Data Test Set Pilot/static test set Any Commercial Source
NOTE: Equivalent alternatives are permitted for equipment in this list.

3. Initial Harness Checkout (New Installations Only)

A. Transponder and Control Panel Harness Checkout

Refer to the applicable transponder and control unit interconnect diagrams to do

continuity measurements and to ensure confidence in wiring for these units.

B. LRU Pre-installation Power Check

Before doing any operational tests, a power-on check is recommended to reduce the
possibility of damage to newly installed system components, due to miswired power
leads.
(1) Make sure all transponder components are removed from their mounting tray or
that their aircraft mating connector(s) are disconnected.
(2) Connect external power to aircraft.
(3) Close all transponder 28 V dc circuit breakers, if applicable, and check for 28 V
dc at the appropriate LRU mating connector pins. Refer to the applicable
interconnect diagrams for LRU pin numbers.

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(4) If power is misapplied on any connector pin, open the circuit breaker and rework
miswired harness.
(5) Open all transponder +28 V dc circuit breakers.
(6) Install the transponder and all transponder components that were removed to do
the pre-installation power checks.

C. Initial System Installation Operational Test

The initial checkout of a newly installed system should start with a transponder self-test
and then be followed by a ramp test. The transponder self-test follows in paragraph 4.
The ramp test should include an altitude reporting on/off test, a power and frequency test,
an ATCRBS-only test, and a test to check the 4096 codes. For ADS-B installations
ensure an ADS-B capable ramp tester is used to test the ADS-B registers. Refer to the
applicable transponder ramp tester operation manual for procedures to do these tests.

4. Transponder Self-Test

A. Apply aircraft power and close all applicable transponder circuit breakers.
B. Set the transponder’s control mode to STANDBY.
C. Press and release the TEST button on the front of the transponder. The test sequence that
follows should occur.
● All transponder front panel annunciators come on for a 3-second lamp test.
● If the transponder is operational, the green XPDR PASS annunciator comes on for a
10-second display period and then goes off.
● If the transponder is not operational, one or more of the red fault annunciators comes
on for a 10-second display period.
D. Make sure that transponder is operational. If failures are indicated, refer to Section 6,
FAULT ISOLATION in this manual; otherwise, proceed.
E. For a dual Mode S installation, repeat steps C. and D. for the second transponder. Make
sure the second transponder is selected before repeating test.
NOTE: When the aircraft is on the ground, the lamps on the front panel of the
transponder are active and represent the current status of subsystems. While
in the air, all intermittent and hard failures are logged in the internal fault
memory and are displayed for that flight leg when fault data is reviewed on the
ground. This means while in the air, if an antenna fails for a short time and
recovers for an unknown reason that particular flight leg results in an antenna
fault that displays on the front lamps of the transponder. The exception is the
off-side transponder (stand-by) does not run antenna BITE on the top/bottom
antenna, so antenna failures are not recorded in the fault log of the off-side
(stand-by) transponder.

5. Return-To-Service

After a transponder or its associated controller or an antenna is removed and replaced a return to
service test is required. Execute the transponder self-test in paragraph 4 of this section. After

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the transponder self-test passes make the appropriate logbook entry and the transponder system
is ready for use.

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FAULT ISOLATION

1. General

The NXT-700 Mode S/ADS-B transponder has a Built-In Test (BIT) function that contains a
continuous performance monitor and self-test monitor. The continuous performance monitor
function monitors critical system parameters and records faults found during normal operation.

The self-test monitor function is activated upon command from the system controller, external
discrete input, front test panel switch, maintenance computer, or a power-on cold start. The self-
test function will annunciate active failures of the system, and provide historical data from
previous flight legs.

The faults recorded by the performance monitor or self-test monitor are contained in a non-
volatile fault log, which may be downloaded to a file using the ACSS WebEDDIT software tool.

Additionally, the NXT-700 Transponder has self-test capability that is activated and displayed on
its front panel. This self-test function also indicates subsystem failures. For instance, if a control
panel failure is annunciated, that specific unit can be replaced instead of unnecessarily removing
the NXT-700 Transponder.

2. Equipment

None.

3. Monitor Fault Logging

Faults detected by either the performance monitor or self-test monitor are logged in nonvolatile
memory, and may be extracted from the transponder by maintenance personnel by downloading
it to the ACSS WebEDDIT software tool loaded on a personal computer.

4. Power-On Test

Power-On Test is always executed on a cold start, on ground only. When the transponder is
powered on, all lamps on the front panel illuminate (XPDR P/F- Green, all others - Red). After
Power-On Test finishes successfully, all lamps turn off after approximately ten seconds. If there
are any failures diagnosed during Power-On Test, lamps will indicate the cause. Refer to Table
6-1.

5. Self-Test Monitor

The self-test monitor function is activated upon command from the system controller, external
discrete input, front panel test switch, maintenance computer, or a power-on cold start.

There are no specific monitors exercised during self-test. The self-test function will annunciate
active failures of the system, and provide recorded data from previous flight legs.

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Functions that are monitored are as follows:
● Memory integrity
● Hardware, Firmware, and Software health and integrity
● ARINC 429 Transmitter and Receiver
● Discrete I/O
● Weight-On-Wheels Discrete Monitor
● RF Transmitter and Receiver
While on the ground, the status of the front panel test switch (Figure 6-1), is checked every 200
milliseconds by software. Transponder front panel lamps do not come on if the transponder is in
the air mode. Upon sensing a single momentary switch activation, all front panel lamps come on
for a period of 2 to 3 seconds to test lamp function. The next available performance monitor
results are then used to drive the front panel lamps for the next ten seconds.

Table 6-1 indicates the interface or LRU that is invalid when the indicated lamp is lit, and possible
corrective actions to be taken to solve the problem.

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Figure 6-1: NXT-700 Transponder Front Panel

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Lamp Failure Possible Action

XPDR P/F A green lamp indicates no failures. None

A red lamp indicates the transponder's Remove and replace transponder

internal performance monitors and BITE (See note).
circuitry has detected a failure.
ADS-B This lamp is used to annunciate that the Check GPS position source.
GPS position input that is required by the
ADS-B OUT function is failed or
unavailable.
TOP ANT Top antenna, or cabling and connectors to Verify antenna cabling and
top antenna, has failed by indicating a connections (after removing
resistance to ground >500 ohms. transponder). Repair cabling or
replace antenna as required.
BOT ANT Bottom antenna, or cabling and connectors Verify antenna cabling and
to bottom antenna, has failed by indicating connections (after removing
a resistance to ground >500 ohms. transponder). Repair cabling or
replace antenna as required.
CNTL Control panel has failed. Select correct control panel source.
Verify control panel cabling and signal
presence. Replace control panel, if
necessary.
ALT The transponder systems ARINC 429 or Verify altitude source is selected.
575 digital altitude sources SSM may be Check altitude source.
indicating FAIL WARNING or the bus may
be inactive.
NOTE: If the Mode S address is all 1's or all 0's, the XPDR P/F lamp will indicate red.

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A. Self-Test Initiation from Test Button

The transponder front panel test button initiates a self-test and retrieves data from past
flight legs for display on the panel. The self-test monitor has the following requirements
when initiated by the front panel test button.
(1) The self-test monitor is initiated when the test button is pressed and released on
the ground.
(2) The self-test monitor completes the self-test sequence once initiated, even if the
test button is released. All front panel lamps come on and remain on while the
self-test sequence is running.
(3) After the self-test sequence has completed, the transponder displays the results
of the test on the front panel lamps for approximately ten seconds. Any faults
that become active during this time are displayed.
(4) If the button is released and then pushed after the self-test sequence has been
completed, but before the ten seconds have timed out, the transponder turns on
all lamps for approximately one second, then displays the results for all failures
(whether currently active or not) for the current flight leg.
(5) Continuing to push and release the test button displays contents for previous
flight legs, as described in step (4), for up to ten flight legs, or the maximum
number of stored flight legs (if less than ten). If the button is pushed on the tenth
or last flight leg, the lamps flash at a 5 Hz rate for three seconds. The flight leg
display mode then terminates.
(6) If ten seconds expire without the test button being pushed, the front panel lamps
go off and the self-test display mode or the flight leg display mode terminates.
(7) The self-test monitor cannot be initiated if the aircraft is in the air.

B. Front Panel Lamp Display

The front panel lamps annunciate failures in the transponder unit or failures of systems
that are connected to the transponder as follows.
(1) Faults that are annunciated are a result of the continuous performance monitor
and the self-test monitor.
(2) Faults that are displayed as a result of self-test are combined with faults that
have been detected by the performance monitor. These faults are currently
active. Faults that were detected previously by the performance monitor and
have been cleared at the time the test is initiated are not annunciated.
(3) Faults that are displayed for the current or previous flight leg are faults detected
as a result of self-test or the performance monitor. Faults that were intermittent
are displayed.
(4) These results are only displayed following a self-test initiated by the front panel
self-test button. There is no display during or following a self-test initiated by
other means or during non self-test operation.

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NOTE: When the aircraft is on the ground, the lamps on the front panel of
the transponder are active and represent the current status of
subsystems. While in the air, all intermittent and hard failures are
logged in the internal fault memory and are displayed for that flight
leg when fault data is reviewed on the ground. This means while in
the air, if an antenna fails for a short time and recovers for an
unknown reason, that particular flight leg results in an antenna fault
that displays on the front panel lamp on the transponder. The
exception is the off-side transponder (stand-by) does not run
antenna BITE on the top/bottom antenna, so antenna failures are not
recorded in the fault log of the off-side (stand-by) transponder.

6. Continuous Performance Monitor

The continuous performance monitor function is used to monitor the system condition under
normal operation and annunciate faults as required. The function monitors circuitry internal to the
transponder and also monitors interfaces to other systems and subsystems. If a fault is detected
in either internal circuitry or external systems, the fault is recorded in an internal fault log.

Depending on the severity of the fault or the impact on system operation, the fault may also be
annunciated to the flight crew by the transponder control panel failure annunciator.

All failures are logged into non-volatile memory for later analysis by maintenance personnel. The
following functions are tested by the continuous performance monitor on a once per second cyclic
basis (except for power-on test functions):
● Flash EPROM Memory
● Calibration RAM Memory
● Hardware Watchdog Monitor
● RAM SEU Monitor
● FPGA SEU Monitor
● RAM Software CRC Monitor
● DAPS Input Monitor
● ARINC 429 TCAS Bus Monitor
● ARINC 429/575 Altitude Bus Monitor
● ARINC 429 ADLP Bus Monitor
● ARINC 429 Control Panel Bus Monitor
● ARINC 429 Maintenance Bus Monitor
● Discrete Output Monitor
● WOW Input Discrete Monitor
● Invalid Mode S Address Monitor
● Mutual Suppression Monitor
● Mode S Address Change Monitor
● RF Forward Power

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● Squitter Monitor
● Local Oscillator Synthesizer Monitor
● RF Receiver Monitor
● Antenna Monitor
● TCAS Dispatch Failure
● Power Supply Voltages
● Ambient Temperature Monitor
● Unexpected Cold Start
● Software Fault Monitor.

A. Fault Indications

Table 6-2 provides a list of fault indications for all failures that can be diagnosed in field.
The rest of the failures, such as power supply monitor faults or Local Oscillator fault, are
not indicated, but are recorded in internal non-volatile memory and can be accessed if
unit is returned to the factory for service. See Table 6-1 for recommended corrective
actions.

Coding used in the various table columns is as follows:

● In the transponder Front Panel Lamps column, the following letters correspond to
setting the specified lamps:
X - XPDR P/F
S - ADS-B
T - TOP ANT
B - BOT ANT.
C - CNTL
A - ALT
● Y in the Standby column indicates that Transponder will go into Standby mode
● Y in LRU Reset column indicates that Transponder will perform a Reset.
● Y in the TCAS Fail column indicates whether a failure is indicated on the TCAS
display.
● X in Discretes Column indicates “XPDR FAIL” on Control Panel
● Z in Discretes Column indicates “ADS-B FAIL” on Control Panel

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Table 6-2: XPDR Failure Indications

Description Front Panel Standby TCAS Fail LRU Discretes

Lamps1 Reset
Calibration RAM Memory CRC X Y Y X
Fault
RAM SEU Not Corrected Fault X Y Y Y X
FPGA SEU Not Corrected Fault X Y Y Y X
Hardware Watchdog Fault X Y Y X
RAM Software CRC Fault X Y Y X
ARINC 429/575 Altitude Bus #1 A X
Class 1 Fault
ARINC 429/575 Altitude Bus #2 A X
Class 1 Fault
Control Panel Port A Fault C Y X
Control Panel Port B Fault C Y X
Invalid Mode S Address Fault X Y Y X
WOW Input Discrete Fault X Y X
ADS-B System Fail with Light S X, Z2
Fault
ADS-B System Fail with No S Z3
Light Fault
Forward Power Fault Bot X Y X
antenna
Forward Power Fault Top X Y X
antenna
Forward Power Isolation Fault X Y X
Bot antenna
Forward Power Isolation Fault X Y X
Top antenna
Squitter Fault X Y X
Top RCVR Listen Fault X Y X
Top RCVR Isolate Fault X Y X
Bot RCVR Listen Fault X Y X
Bot RCVR Isolate Fault X Y X
RF ATCRBS Receiver Fault X Y X
Bot Antenna Fault B
Top Antenna Fault T
TCAS Dispatch Fault Bottom Y X

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Table 6-2: XPDR Failure Indications (cont)

Description Front Panel Standby TCAS Fail LRU Discretes

Lamps1 Reset
TCAS Dispatch Fault Top Y X
Operational Software Fault Y
Boot ARINC RCVR Fault X Y X
Boot_ARINC_XMTR_Fault X Y X
Boot_XIC_FPGA_CRC_Fault Y5
Boot_XIC_FPGA_Load_Fault Y
Boot_BOOT_CRC_Fault Y
Boot_DL1_CRC_Fault Y4
Boot_DL2_CRC_Fault Y4
Boot_APP_CRC_Fault Y5
Boot_Calibration_CRC_Fault X Y X
Boot_RAMADDR_Fault Y
Boot_RAMPAT_Fault Y
Boot_ECC_Fault Y
Boot_DLRAM_CRC_Fault Y
Boot_Exception_Fault Y
Boot_Image_Compatible_Fault X Y X
Boot LRU Type Compare Fault X Y X
Boot Discrete Input Test Fault X Y X
Boot_XICFPGA_SEM_Fault Y
NOTES: 1. If no errors corresponding to XPDR FAIL are detected, the XPDR P/F Green lamp is to
be lit.
2. If Extended Squitters are disabled the XPDR FAIL discretes and ADS-B Function Fail
discrete are not activated.
3. If Extended Squitters are disabled the ADS-B Function Fail discrete is not activated.
4. This fault may or may not cause a reset depending on a Request for Data Load.
5. If unable to force a data load, LRU reset is triggered.

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MAINTENANCE PRACTICES

1. General

This section provides instructions for removing, reinstalling, and adjusting each Line Replaceable
Unit (LRU) of the NXT-700 transponder that has been previously installed by the aircraft
manufacturer or completion center.
CAUTION: SHOULD ANY INSTALLATION CRITICAL CASES ARISE WITH THE
REINSTALLATION OF ANY UNIT, INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE
FOLLOWED 100 PERCENT.
CAUTION: WHEN REMOVING OR INSTALLING ANY LRU, PREPARE THE
AIRCRAFT FOR SAFE GROUND MAINTENANCE. OPEN AND TAG
ALL APPLICABLE SYSTEM CIRCUIT BREAKERS.

2. Equipment and Materials

Refer to the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) for materials required to install necessary
components.
NOTE: No special equipment or materials other than those commonly used by line
maintenance technicians are required to remove and install the units. Do not over
tighten the mounting screws and hold-down knobs. Where torque values are not
given, it is acceptable to hand tighten the mounting screws and finger tighten the
equipment hold-down knobs.

3. Procedure for the NXT-700 Transponder

A. Removal and Installation Procedure

(1) Prior to removing the NXT-700 transponder, open and tag the transponder circuit
breaker.
(2) Remove the NXT-700 transponder.
(a) Loosen the mounting tray hold-down knob.
(b) Slowly pull on the transponder’s handle to separate the unit from its
mounting tray connector. The transponder is now free to be removed
from its mounting tray.
(c) Place electrostatic protective cover on the transponder’s connector.
(3) Reinstall the NXT-700 transponder.
(a) Remove the electrostatic protective cover from the transponder’s
connector.
(b) Slide the transponder into its mounting tray.

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CAUTION: DO NOT FORCE FIT. IF MATING IS DIFFICULT, REMOVE

THE UNIT AND EXAMINE THE CONNECTORS FOR
CONTACTS THAT ARE BENT OR OUT OF ALIGNMENT.
ALSO CHECK THE ALIGNMENT OF THE CONNECTORS’
POLARIZATION KEYS AND POSTS.

(c) Carefully apply firm pressure until the transponder connector mates with
the tray connector.
(d) Tighten mounting tray hold-down knob to make sure that the connectors
are fully engaged.

B. Adjustment Procedure

Not Applicable.

C. Repair Procedure

Not Applicable.

D. Return to Service Procedure

Do the return to service test in Section 5, ADJUSTMENT/TEST, paragraph 5.

4. Procedure for the Omnidirectional Antenna

A. Removal and Installation Procedure

(1) Prior to removing the Mode S antenna, put the transponder into stand-by mode
or open and tag the transponder circuit breaker before commencing with
maintenance.
(2) Remove the omnidirectional antenna.
(a) If applicable, use a phenolic scraper to remove aerodynamic sealant
around periphery of antenna baseplate.
(b) If applicable, remove sealant from antenna mounting screw holes.
(c) Remove retaining screws used to secure antenna to aircraft fuselage.
(d) Carefully pull antenna from fuselage.
(e) Disconnect coaxial cable from antenna connector.
(f) Put protective covers on the aircraft coaxial cable connector and the
antenna connector.

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(3) Reinstall the omnidirectional antenna.
(a) If applicable, remove any existing aerodynamic sealant from antenna
mounting surface and clean antenna mounting area.
(b) Remove and clean sealant from baseplate and baseplate cutout.
(c) Remove protective covers from antenna and coaxial cable connectors.
(d) Examine antenna and coaxial cable connectors to make sure that they
are clean and secure.
(e) Connect aircraft coaxial cable to antenna connector.
(f) Position the antenna on the fuselage mounting surface and secure the
antenna with the appropriate screws.
(g) Apply an aerodynamic sealant around the periphery of the antenna
baseplate.

B. Adjustment Procedure

Not Applicable

C. Repair Procedure

Most omnidirectional antennas are non-repairable. If the antenna is damaged or faulty, it

must be replaced with a new antenna.

D. Return to Service Procedure

Do the return to service test in Section 5, ADJUSTMENT/TEST, paragraph 5.

5. Procedure for the Control Panel

A. Removal and Installation Procedure

(1) Remove the control panel.

(a) Prior to removing the control panel, open and tag the control panel circuit
breaker.
(b) Disengage Dzus fasteners on control panel.
(c) Pull control panel out of aircraft mounting location and disconnect aircraft
cable connectors. Control panel is now free to be removed from aircraft.
(d) Put electrostatic protective covers on control panel and aircraft mating
electrical connectors.
(2) Reinstall the control panel.
(a) Remove protective covers from control panel and aircraft mating
connectors.
(b) Connect aircraft cables to control panel connectors.

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(c) Insert control panel into mounting location.
(d) Engage Dzus fasteners on the control panel to secure it to aircraft
structure.

B. Adjustment Procedure

Not Applicable

C. Repair Procedure

Any repair procedures should be in accordance with manufacturer's repair instructions.

D. Return to Service Procedure

Do the return to service test in Section 5, ADJUSTMENT/TEST, paragraph 5.

6. Instruction for Continued Airworthiness, 14 CFR Part 25.1529

Maintenance requirements and instructions for Continued Airworthiness of the NXT-700

transponder components are contained in the paragraphs that follow:

Installation of the transponder on an aircraft by Supplemental Type Certificate or Form 337

obligates the aircraft operator to include the maintenance information supplied by this manual in
the operator's Aircraft Maintenance Manual and the operator's Aircraft Scheduled Maintenance
Program.

The Airworthiness Limitations Section is FAA approved and specifies maintenance required
under 14 CFR Part 43.16 and 14 CFR Part 91.403 of the Federal Aviation Regulations, unless an
alternative program has been FAA approved.

A. Installation and maintenance information for the transponder is contained in this manual.
Refer to the Sections System Description, Mechanical Installation, Electrical Installation,
Adjustment/Test and Maintenance Practice; sub-section Removal and Installation Procedure,
Inspection/Check, Cleaning/Painting, etc.

B. There are no special tools required for the removal and installation of the NXT-700
Transponder other than commonly used Line Maintenance support equipment.

C. Required information on the NXT-700 interfaces is detailed in Section 1 System Description

and Section 4 Loading/Gradient Specifications.

D. Basic control and operating information are included in this installation manual. Refer to
Section 1 System Description sub-sections Component Descriptions and Functional
Description and Operation.

E. Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) part numbers and other necessary part numbers contained in
this manual should be placed into the aircraft operator's appropriate aircraft Illustrated Parts
Catalog (IPC).

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F. Wiring diagram information contained in this manual should be placed into the aircraft
operator's appropriate aircraft Wiring Diagram Manuals. Refer to Figure 2-1 NXT-700 Mode-
S/ADS-B Transponder Outline and Installation Diagram.

G. The transponder is considered an on-condition unit and no additional maintenance is required

other than a check for security and operation at normal inspection intervals.

H. If a system component is inoperative, remove unit, secure cables and wiring, tag applicable
switches and circuit breakers, and placard them inoperative. Revise equipment list and
weight and balance as applicable prior to flight and make a log book entry that unit was
removed (refer to 14 CFR Part 91.213 or the aircraft's Minimum Equipment List [MEL]).

I. The transponder system LRUs can be repaired only at a factory-authorized repair center or
an appropriately rated FAA Part 145 repair station.

J. Once repaired, reinstall the LRU in the aircraft in accordance with the original Form 337
approved data or instructions in this manual. Do a Return to Service (RTS) test of the system
and approve it for return to service with a log book entry in accordance with the requirements
specified in 14 CFR Part 43.9.

K. Scheduled Maintenance Program tasks to be added to the aircraft operator's appropriate

aircraft maintenance program are as follows:

(1) Recommended periodic scheduled servicing tasks: none required.

(2) Recommended periodic inspections are as follows.
● The NXT-700 transponder has tests and inspections that are required by 14
CFR Part 91.413 to be completed every 24 calendar months.
● The ATC antennas used with the NXT-700 transponder should be removed
and the underlying structure inspected for deterioration and corrosion every
60 months or 12,000 hours, whichever occurs first.

(3) Recommended periodic scheduled preventative maintenance tests (tests to

determine system condition and/or latent failures).
● The NXT-700 transponder is designed to detect its own failures as well as
failures external to the transponder itself. This BIT is continuously being
executed on a periodic basis. Refer to Section Fault Isolation.
● No formal periodic maintenance is required for the transponder or the control
panel other than the 24 calendar month re-certification test required by 14
CFR Part 91.413.

L. If there are changes to the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, the installation manual
will be revised accordingly. When document revisions are approved, the ACSS Customer
Services extranet website is automatically updated. The extranet site then notifies the
affected customers automatically by email, and on next login of the documentation change.
This process is documented in ACSS INS-13.8-1, Distributing Publications via the ACSS
Customer Services Extranet.

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INSPECTION/CHECK

1. General

The visual check procedures that follow are recommended for the transponder and associated
LRUs after they have been installed in the aircraft.

2. Procedure

CAUTION: MAKE SURE THAT THE TRANSPONDER SYSTEM CIRCUIT BREAKERS

ARE OPEN BEFORE DOING ANY OF THE PROCEDURES THAT FOLLOW.

A. Check Transponder

(1) Visually examine all external surfaces for possible damage. Check dust cover
and external connectors for dust, corrosion, or damage.
(2) Check external parts for loose or damaged hardware.
(3) Make visual check of wiring and connectors for damage.

B. Check Antenna

(1) Visually examine all external surfaces for possible damage.

(2) Check coaxial cables for breaks, burned areas, and damaged insulation.

C. Check Control Panel

(1) Visually examine all external surfaces for possible damage.

(2) Check external parts (connectors, control knobs, annunciators) for looseness or
damage.
(3) Check controls for smooth, positive action.
(4) Check that control panel is securely mounted (Dzus fasteners properly engaged).

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CLEANING/PAINTING

1. General

While the NXT-700 system is installed in the aircraft, cleaning is limited to the procedures given
below. Painting and more extensive cleaning should be done during maintenance when the
LRUs can be disassembled. Detailed instructions are presented in each applicable component-
level maintenance manual.

2. Equipment and Materials

Refer to Table 9-1 for equipment and materials necessary to clean the transponder and
associated LRUs.

WARNING: KNOW THE HAZARD CODE AND GET THE NECESSARY PROTECTION
BEFORE USING A MATERIAL. REFER TO THE PAGE ABOUT HAZARD
CODES FOR MATERIALS IN THE FRONT OF THIS MANUAL.

Table 9-1: Equipment and Materials

Name Description Source

60-086-76 Lint free cloth — Bluewipes, No. Texwipe Co, Upper Saddle
TX512 River, NJ
Cleaning Brush Soft, natural-bristle (camel's hair) Optional source
11-1 15-78 Solvent, alcohol, ethanol, Optional source
HAZARD CODE 130D denatured (O-E-760, Type lll)
Glass Cleaner Ammoniated Optional source

Lens Tissue Non-linting Optional source

Air Supply Air ionizing nozzle gun Optional source
attachment for compressed air
(20 psi)
Abrasive Paper No. 600, nonconductive abrasive Optional source

NOTE: Equivalent alternatives are permitted for equipment and materials in this list.

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3. Cleaning

CAUTION: IF YOU CLEAN ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE COMPONENTS WITH

PRESSURIZED AIR, MAKE SURE THE HOSE HAS AN AIR IONIZING
NOZZLE OR GUN. AN ELECTROSTATIC CHARGE CAN CAUSE DAMAGE
TO THE LRU COMPONENT PARTS IF THE NOZZLE OR GUN ATTACHMENT
IS NOT USED.

A. Clean Transponder and Mounting Tray

(1) Loosen hold-down clamps and pull transponder out of mounting tray.
(2) Clean mounting tray with cloth or brush dampened in solvent; dry with cloth or
compressed air.
(3) Clean all dust and foreign matter from front panel and air vents of transponder
using either cloth or brush dampened in solvent; dry with cloth or compressed air.

B. Clean Antenna

Use cloth or brush dampened in solvent to clean; dry with cloth or compressed air.

C. Clean Control Panel

(1) Clean dust and foreign matter from connectors with cloth or brush dampened in
solvent. Dry with cloth or compressed air.
(2) Clean front of control panel with mild glass cleaner and soft cotton cloth.

Pub. No. 8600700-001, Revision 004 34-52-26 9-2

REPAIRS

1. General

Major repairs to the NXT-700 system components are made only during maintenance when the
equipment is removed from the aircraft. Detailed instructions for repair and adjustment of each of
the repairable LRUs are presented in the applicable component maintenance manuals given
below.

Table 10-1: ACSS Component Maintenance Manual Reference

LRU ACSS Component Maintenance ATA Number

Manual Pub. No.
NXT-700 Mode-S/ADS-B Transponder 8009647-001 34-52-25
Part No. 9007000-XXYYY
Control Panel 15-3841-01 34-43-01
Part No. 4052190-902, -904, -906, -908
Control Panel 15-3841-03 34-43-05
Part No. 4052190-903, -905, -907, -909

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