Apollo

Mode A/C Transponder

Model SL70R
Installation Manual

September 2003
560-0408-01a
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HISTORY OF REVISIONS
Revision Date Description
-- Initial release.
-01 4/7/03 Added TSO requirements to Environmental Qualification Form.
Added to Serial Specification section.
-01a 9/10/03 Changed UPSAT logo and references to Garmin.

IMPORTANT NOTE
“The conditions and tests required for TSO approval of this article are minimum per-
formance standards. It is the responsibility of those desiring to install this article on or
within a specific type or class of aircraft to determine that the aircraft operating condi-
tions are within TSO standards. The article may be installed only if further evaluation by
the applicant documents an acceptable installation and is approved by the Administrator.”
Source: TSO-C74c

ORDERING INFORMATION
To receive additional copies of this publication, order part # 560-0408-xx, Apollo SL70R
Mode A/C Transponder Installation Manual.

REFERENCE PUBLICATIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION .............................................................................................. 1
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ......................................................................................................... 1
1.2 APOLLO SL70R DESCRIPTION.............................................................................................. 1
1.2.1 GENERAL FEATURES ...............................................................................................................................1
1.2.2 SYSTEM INTERFACES ..............................................................................................................................2
1.2.3 HOST FAILURE ........................................................................................................................................2
1.3 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................... 2
1.3.1 ELECTRICAL............................................................................................................................................2
1.3.2 PHYSICAL (AS VIEWED INSTALLED) .......................................................................................................2
1.3.3 ENVIRONMENTAL....................................................................................................................................3
1.4 ALTITUDE INPUT .................................................................................................................. 3
1.5 DISCRETE INPUTS ................................................................................................................. 3
1.6 SERIAL INTERFACE ............................................................................................................... 3
1.7 TRANSPONDER PERFORMANCE............................................................................................. 3
1.8 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ................................................................................................. 4
1.9 UNPACKING THE EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................... 4
1.10 PACKAGE CONTENTS ....................................................................................................... 4
2. INSTALLATION PROCEDURES...................................................................................... 7
2.1 PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION....................................................................................... 7
2.2 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW ................................................................................................... 7
2.3 OTHER REQUIRED MATERIALS............................................................................................. 7
2.4 SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED................................................................................................... 7
2.5 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS ......................................................................................... 8
2.5.1 MINIMUM SYSTEM CONFIGURATION.......................................................................................................8
2.5.2 MOUNTING CONSIDERATIONS .................................................................................................................8
2.5.3 CABLING AND WIRING ............................................................................................................................8
2.5.4 AIR CIRCULATION AND COOLING ...........................................................................................................8
2.6 EQUIPMENT MOUNTING ....................................................................................................... 8
2.6.1 UNIT INSTALLATION/REMOVAL ..............................................................................................................9
2.7 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................. 9
2.7.1 INTERFACE CONNECTOR DEFINITION ....................................................................................................11
2.8 ANTENNA INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ................................................................... 12
3. POST INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION PROCEDURES........................... 17
3.1 MOUNTING / WIRING CHECK ............................................................................................. 17
3.2 EQUIPMENT SETUP AND CONFIGURATION .......................................................................... 17
3.2.1 ALTITUDE INPUT SOURCE SELECTION...................................................................................................17
3.2.2 RS-232 BAUD RATE SELECTION ...........................................................................................................17
3.3 EQUIPMENT OPERATIONAL/FUNCTIONAL TEST .................................................................. 17
3.3.1 SELF TEST .............................................................................................................................................17
4. TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................... 21
4.1 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE ....................................................................................... 21
4.2 CONTACTING THE FACTORY FOR ASSISTANCE ................................................................... 22
5. LIMITATIONS ................................................................................................................... 25
5.1 INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................... 25

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5.2 OPERATIONAL .................................................................................................................... 25

6. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................... 27
6.1 BIENNIAL CHECK ............................................................................................................... 27
7. SERIAL INTERFACE SPECIFICATION....................................................................... 29
7.1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................. 29
7.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.................................................................................................. 29
7.2.1 HOST INTERFACE ..................................................................................................................................29
7.2.2 HARDWARE INTERFACE ........................................................................................................................29
7.2.3 BAUD RATE ..........................................................................................................................................29
7.2.4 COMMUNICATIONS................................................................................................................................29
7.2.5 MESSAGE DEFINITIONS .........................................................................................................................29
7.3 OUTPUT MESSAGES............................................................................................................ 30
7.3.1 ALTITUDE .............................................................................................................................................30
7.3.2 MODE MESSAGE ...................................................................................................................................31
7.3.3 REPLY COUNT .......................................................................................................................................32
7.3.4 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION ...................................................................................................................32
7.3.5 CONFIGURATION MESSAGE...................................................................................................................32
7.3.6 SYSTEM STATUS ...................................................................................................................................33
7.4 INPUT MESSAGES ............................................................................................................... 34
7.4.1 ALTITUDE .............................................................................................................................................34
7.4.2 MODE ...................................................................................................................................................35
7.4.3 SOFTWARE VERSION .............................................................................................................................36
7.4.4 RESET ...................................................................................................................................................36
7.4.5 SET OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................36
7.5 SETUP MODE MESSAGE DEFINITIONS ................................................................................ 37
7.5.1 OUTPUT MESSAGES ..............................................................................................................................37
7.5.2 EEPROM DATA .....................................................................................................................................37
7.5.3 INPUT MESSAGES ..................................................................................................................................38
7.5.4 INIT EEPROM ........................................................................................................................................38
7.5.5 SET VFR...............................................................................................................................................38
7.5.6 VIEW EEPROM......................................................................................................................................39
APPENDIX A. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM............................................................... 41

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LIST OF TABLES
TABLE 1-1 PACKAGE CONTENTS ..................................................................................................... 5
TABLE 2-1 REAR CONNECTOR PINOUT .......................................................................................... 11
TABLE 4-1. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................................................................................... 21
TABLE 7-1. OUTPUT MESSAGES .................................................................................................... 30
TABLE 7-2. ALTITUDE MESSAGE FORMAT .................................................................................... 30
TABLE 7-3. MODE MESSAGE FORMAT .......................................................................................... 31
TABLE 7-4. MODE TABLE .............................................................................................................. 31
TABLE 7-5. IDENT TABLE .............................................................................................................. 31
TABLE 7-6. REPLY COUNT MESSAGE FORMAT .............................................................................. 32
TABLE 7-7. CONFIGURATION 1 MESSAGE FORMAT ....................................................................... 32
TABLE 7-8. SELF-TEST BIT DEFINITION ........................................................................................ 33
TABLE 7-9. SOFTWARE VERSION MESSAGE FORMAT .................................................................... 33
TABLE 7-10. NORMAL MODE INPUT MESSAGES ............................................................................ 34
TABLE 7-11. ALTITUDE MESSAGE FORMAT .................................................................................. 34
TABLE 7-12. MODE MESSAGE FORMAT ........................................................................................ 35
TABLE 7-13. MODE TABLE ............................................................................................................ 35
TABLE 7-14. IDENT TABLE ............................................................................................................ 36
TABLE 7-15. SOFTWARE VERSION MESSAGE FORMAT .................................................................. 36
TABLE 7-16. RESET MESSAGE FORMAT ........................................................................................ 36
TABLE 7-17. P1 PULSE MESSAGE FORMAT ................................................................................... 37
TABLE 7-18. ARGUMENTS ............................................................................................................. 37
TABLE 7-19. EEPROM DATA MESSAGE FORMAT .......................................................................... 37
TABLE 7-20. SETUP/TEST MODE OUTPUT MESSAGES ................................................................... 38
TABLE 7-21. INIT EEPROM MESSAGE FORMAT ............................................................................. 38
TABLE 7-22 VFR MESSAGE FORMAT............................................................................................. 39
TABLE 7-23 VIEW EEPROM FORMAT ............................................................................................. 39

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
FIGURE 2-1. CABLE ROUTING.......................................................................................................... 8
FIGURE 2-2. MOUNTING TRAY FOR SL70R ..................................................................................... 9
FIGURE 2-3. REAR VIEW OF SL70R .............................................................................................. 10
FIGURE 2-4. COAX CABLE ASSEMBLY........................................................................................... 12
FIGURE 2-5. WIRING DIAGRAM - GRAY CODE ALTITUDE INPUT ................................................... 13
FIGURE 2-6. WIRING DIAGRAM – HOST SERIAL ALTITUDE INPUT ................................................. 14

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual describes the installation of the Apollo SL70R transponder. It is intended
for use by persons certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to install air-
craft avionics.

Section 1 Provides GENERAL INFORMATION about the Apollo SL70R unit. TSO
certification information is also included in this section.

Section 2 Includes INSTALLATION and checkout procedures.

Section 3 Includes complete POST-INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION PROCE-

DURES.

Section 4 Includes TROUBLESHOOTING information.

Section 5 Includes LIMITATIONS for the equipment and installation.

Section 6 Includes PERIODIC MAINTENANCE requirements.

Section 7 Includes SERIAL SPECIFICATION information.

Appendix A Includes the ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION FORM.

1.2 APOLLO SL70R DESCRIPTION

The Apollo SL70R is an incomplete system and when connected to an appropriate host,
will function as a TSO-C74c, Class A2, mode A/C transponder. The SL70R, in addition
to providing replies to ATC interrogations, can provide altitude reporting, squawk code
selection, and has built-in self-test and diagnostics.
1.2.1 GENERAL FEATURES
• small footprint
• remotely mounted
• full range input supply voltage
• altitude reporting
• gray code or RS-232 serial data altitude input
• RS-232 altitude data output
• built-in self-test and diagnostics
• host controlled

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1.2.2 SYSTEM INTERFACES

1.2.2.1 SERIAL INTERFACE
The SL70R includes an RS-232 serial port which is used to control the transponder from
a host.
When making serial connections to the SL70R, use a shielded two or three conductor ca-
ble. Make the RxD, TxD, and serial ground connections on the 37 pin D-sub connector.
Connect the shield to the rear of the mounting frame on the connector plate.
1.2.3 HOST FAILURE
If the host stops sending altitude data to the SL70R, or upon power up if the SL70R does
not receive data from the host, then within 60 seconds the SL70R will enter Host Failure
Mode. In this mode, the SL70R will revert to altitude reporting (Mode C) using the cur-
rent squawk code. If the power is cycled the squawk code will revert to the default VFR
squawk code.
If the SL70R is configured for gray code altitude input, the transponder will continue to
transmit altitude data. If the SL70R receives altitude data from the host, in the event of
host failure, no altitude data will be transmitted.
If the host resumes normal operation, the SL70R then reports Mode C operation to the
host and altitude reporting resumes if valid serial data is supplied from the host.
1.3 SPECIFICATIONS
This section includes detailed electrical, physical, environmental, and performance speci-
fications for the Apollo SL70R.
1.3.1 ELECTRICAL
Input voltage ............. 10VDC to 35VDC, reverse polarity protected
Input current.............. 500mA typical, 1.4A max at 14VDC
270mA typical, 660mA max at 28VDC
Input power ............... 7 watts typical (8 pulse reply, 200 replies / second)
20 watts max (12 pulse reply, 1200 replies / second)
5.8 watts standby
Internal fuse............... 3 amp slow blow (Garmin AT #S172-0007-012)
Memory backup ........ Internal EEPROM
1.3.2 PHYSICAL (AS VIEWED INSTALLED)
Width................................................. 1.30 inches (3.30 cm)
Height................................................ 6.875 inches (15.88 cm)
Depth ................................................. 11.452 inches (29.09cm)
Weight (with mounting frame).......... 2.2 lb. (0.998 kg)

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Required clearance............................ Allow one inch behind unit for con-

nector and cable clearance
1.3.3 ENVIRONMENTAL
The Apollo SL70R is designed and tested to meet appropriate categories of RTCA/DO-
160D. The Environmental Qualification Form is included in Appendix A.
Operating temperature................. -20°C to +55°C
Storage temperature .................... -55°C to +85°C
Temperature variation ................. 2°C per minute
Humidity ..................................... 95% at 50°C for 6 hours (2 day cycle)
Maximum altitude ....................... 25,000 feet
Cooling........................................ Not required
1.4 ALTITUDE INPUT
10 bit gray code..................... Uses 10 bit gray code altitude data, includes isola-
tion diodes.
Range: -1000feet to 63,000 feet
On: <= 3.5 volts, Off: open
Serial input ............................ Host may supply altitude data
(See Section 7 – Serial Interface Specifications)
Note: The altitude data input type must be selected. See Table 2-1, pin 36.
1.5 DISCRETE INPUTS
Remote Ident ......................... Input pulled low momentarily to initiate ident
transmission (same function as front panel button)
On: <= 3.5 volts, Off: open
Standby input ........................ Input pulled low to disable the transponder (will not
generate replies)
On: <= 3.5 volts, Off: open
Suppression input.................. Input pulled high to initiate suppression – typically
connected to DME suppression output
Suppressed: >= 5.0 volts;
Not suppressed: < 2.5 volts (or open)
1.6 SERIAL INTERFACE
RS-232 .................................. Defined in Section 7 – Serial Interface Specifica-
tions
1.7 TRANSPONDER PERFORMANCE
TSO ....................................... TSO-C74c
TSO Class ............................. 2A

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Warm-up ............................... none required

Receiver Frequency............... 1030 MHz
Sensitivity (MTL) ................. –72 dBm
Dynamic Range..................... > 50 dB
Side Lobe Suppression.......... 2 pulse (P1,P2)
Transmitter Frequency .......... 1090 MHz +/- 120 kHz
Transmitter Power................. 250 watts minimum, 325 watts typical
Reply rate .............................. 1200 / second
Mode A Capability................ 4096 codes plus SPI ident pulse
Mode C Capability ................ -1000 to 63,000 feet, 100 foot increments, from
either gray code or RS-232 serial inputs
1.8 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
The Apollo SL70R is designed and tested to meet the following TSO:
• FAA TSO-C74c, Class A2
The SL70R complies with the FCC requirements specified in:
• CFR 47, Part 87, Aviation Services, Subpart D, Technical Requirements
The SL70R software is designed and tested to RTCA/DO-178B, level C.
Note: Unauthorized changes or modifications to the SL70R may void the
compliance to regulatory agency requirements and authorization for
continued equipment usage.
1.9 UNPACKING THE EQUIPMENT
Carefully unpack the equipment. Visually inspect the package contents for any evidence
of shipping damage. Retain all shipping containers and packaging material in case re-
shipment is necessary.
1.10 PACKAGE CONTENTS
As shipped from the Garmin AT factory, the Apollo SL70R package includes most nec-
essary items for installation other than supplies normally available at the installation
shop, such as wire and coax cable, the antenna, or any optional switches. The items in-
cluded in the package are listed in
Table 1-1.

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Table 1-1 Package Contents

Part # Description Qty
430-6067-1XX Apollo SL70R Transponder 1
424-0311-000 Apollo SL70R Installation Kit 1
162-1577 37 pin D-sub connector shell 1
162-0043 Right angle coax plug 1
202-0001 Cable tie 2
204-0037 Edge grommet 6”
221-0400 4-40 x ¼ SS pan head Phillips machine screw with lock washer 10
224-0404 4-40 x ¼ flat head Phillips machine screw 2
240-0008 9/16 OD flat washer 1
245-0027 Crimp contact for D-sub, 20 to 24 awg wire 30
265-0007 7/16” retaining ring 1
310-2506-00 Mounting Frame 1
560-0408-xx SL70R Installation Manual – Latest Revision 1

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2. INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
This section describes the installation of the Apollo SL70R including mounting, wiring,
and connections. A post installation check-out procedure is included in Section 3.
2.1 PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Always follow good avionics installation practices per FAA Advisory Circulars AC
43.13-1B, 43.13-2A, or current FAA guidance.
Follow the installation procedure in this section as it is presented for a successful installa-
tion. Read the entire section before beginning the procedure. Perform the post installation
check-out before closing the work area in case problems occur.
2.2 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
A successful installation should start with careful planning including determination of
mounting location for the SL70R, antenna location and mounting, connections to an alti-
tude data source, power, cable routing, and other required modifications.
Once the mounting location has been determined, prepare the mounting frame for instal-
lation. It may be easier to complete the wiring harness and attach the connectors to the
mounting frame prior to installing the mounting frame in the aircraft.
2.3 OTHER REQUIRED MATERIALS
In addition to the materials supplied with the SL70R, the following is required.
• a suitable 2A circuit breaker which the pilot can pull out or disengage must be
used. NOTE: Alternatively, a switch that is within pilot’s reach may be used
in conjunction with a circuit breaker.
• an altitude data source – either gray code or RS232 (host supplied data)
• a standard transponder antenna
2.4 SPECIAL TOOLS REQUIRED
Crimp Tool
A crimp tool meeting MIL specification M22520/1-01 and a positioner/locator are re-
quired to ensure consistent, reliable crimp contact connections for the rear 15 pin connec-
tor. These tools are available from:
For pin P/N 245-0027:
ITT Cannon Phone: 714.261.5300
1851 E. Deere Ave. Fax: 714.575.8324
Santa Ana, CA 92705-6500
Insertion tool: ITT part #274-7006-000 (Desc. CIET-20HD)
Regular-duty Crimp tool: ITT part #995-0001-585 (Desc. M22520/1-01)
Regular-duty Locator tool: ITT part #995-0001-244 (Desc. TH25)
Heavy-duty Crimp tool: ITT part #995-0001-584 (Desc. M22520/2-01)
Heavy-duty Locator tool: ITT part #995-0001-604 (Desc. M22520/2-08)

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2.5 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

2.5.1 MINIMUM SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
The SL70R requires connections to the following equipment as a minimum:
• power input
• connection to host system
• altitude data – gray code or host supplied serial data
• a standard transponder antenna
2.5.2 MOUNTING CONSIDERATIONS
The SL70R is designed to mount in the avionics bay in the aircraft. The standard package
includes the mounting frame for ease of mounting, connections, and service of the unit.
Allow sufficient clearance to route
cables.
2.5.3 CABLING AND WIRING

Note: The length of cable used for the serial connection between the SL70R and the host should
not exceed 20 feet.
Figure 2-1. Cable Routing
2.5.4 AIR CIRCULATION AND COOLING
For typical installations, the SL70R does not require external cooling.
2.6 EQUIPMENT MOUNTING
Once the cable assemblies have been made, attach the 37-pin D-sub and coaxial cable
connectors to the rear connector mounting plate and the mounting frame. Route the wir-
ing bundle as appropriate. The rear connector plate should be attached to the mounting
frame before installing. The rear connector plate can be used to tie down the cable as-
semblies. Connect the shields on any shielded cables directly to the connector mounting
plate.

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Once the cable assemblies are complete and the connectors are attached to the mounting
frame, install the mounting frame assembly in the aircraft.
The following recommendations are made for fastening the mounting tray to the aircraft.
Note the requirement for some means of locking the fasteners.
Fastener Size: # 8 x 32
Fastener Tensile Strength: 55,000 psi min. (eg MS35206 or AN526)
Washer: # 8 AN960
Locking Feature: Self Locking Nut Plate, Self Locking Nut or Lock Washer (AN365)
2.6.1 UNIT INSTALLATION/REMOVAL
To install the SL70R in the mounting frame slide the unit into the frame and turn the
DZUS fastener clockwise with a DZUS screwdriver. If a DZUS screwdriver is not avail-
able some flat bladed screwdrivers may work. Push the unit fully into the frame, then
turn the DZUS lock.
To remove the SL70R from the mounting frame use a DZUS screwdriver or flat bladed
screwdriver to turn the DZUS fastener counterclockwise. The unit must be pulled out of
the frame by the handle after the DZUS fastener is turned. No special extraction tools are
required.

Figure 2-2. Mounting Tray for SL70R

2.7 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
The SL70R installation kit includes a 37 pin D-sub shell and crimp contacts. The crimp
contacts are specified for 20 to 24 AWG wire. Make the crimp connections with a crimp
tool as specified in the ‘Special Tools Required’ section on page 7. All wires should be
20 to 24 AWG unless otherwise specified.

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COAX CONNECTOR

37-PIN CONNECTOR

Figure 2-3. Rear View of SL70R

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2.7.1 INTERFACE CONNECTOR DEFINITION

Table 2-1 Rear Connector Pinout

Pin # I/O Connection Function
1 I Power + main DC power input
2 I Power ground main DC power ground
3 O Serial ground RS-232 serial ground
4 I RxD1 RS-232 serial data input
5 O TxD1 RS-232 serial data output
6 O Reserved
7 O Reserved
8 I Reserved
9 I Reserved
10 I Ident remote ident input (ground momentarily for ident)
11 -- NC no connection
12 I A4 A4 altitude gray code input
13 I A1 A1 altitude gray code input
14 I B2 B2 altitude gray code input
15 I C4 C4 altitude gray code input
16 I C1 C1 altitude gray code input
17 -- Reserved
18 -- Reserved
19 I Suppress remote suppression input (high for suppression)
20 O NC no connection
21 I Reserved
22 O TxD2 RS-232 serial data output – Duplicates TxD1 data
23 -- NC no connection
24 -- Ground
25 I Reserved
26 I Reserved
27 -- Ground
28 -- Ground
29 I Standby remote standby input (ground for standby)
30 -- Ground
31 I A2 A2 altitude gray code input
32 I B4 B4 altitude gray code input
33 I B1 B1 altitude gray code input
34 I C2 C2 altitude gray code input
35 I D4 D4 altitude gray code input
36 -- GP I/O 0 Altitude Source Select
37 -- Ground

1 19

20 37

Viewed from rear of unit

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2.8 ANTENNA INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

The antenna should be mounted in a vertical position in an area on the bottom of the air-
craft away from other antennas or landing gear.
The antenna coax cable should be a double shielded low loss cable and must have a cable
loss of < 3 dB at 1090MHz, including connectors. A typical installation should have a
cable loss of 1½ to 2 dB. Several suitable coaxes are RG142B and RG400.
The assembly of the rear panel coax connector included with the installation kit is illus-
trated in the following figure.

Shield 0.250
Cable
1.000
0.125 -Slide shrink tube over cable.

STEP 1 -Strip cable as shown.

Insulation
Shrink
.125 Tube

STEP 2
-Flare Outer Shield as Shown

Cap

Solder Outer Shield Matching Ring

-Place cable in connector as shown placing inner
to Connector
shield inside connector.
Solder Center
-Flatten outer shield against connector.
STEP 3
Conductor
-Solder outer shield to connector.
-Solder center conductor
-Slide matching ring into connector and around
conductor.
-Attach cap.

Solder Cap
2 Places

STEP 4
-Solder cap into place, 2 Places.
-Shrink tube as shown.

Figure 2-4. Coax Cable Assembly

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SL70R
Transponder 2A Breaker (See Note 4)
Power 1 + Avionics
Ground 2 - Power
Gray Code Select 36
See Note 1
Ground 28
Altitude
C4 15 C4
Encoder or
C2 34 C2 Digitizer
C1 16 C1
B4 32 B4
B2 14 B2
B1 33 B1
A4 12 A4
A2 31 A2
A1 13 A1
D4 35 D4
Ground 30 Ground

Remote
Ident 10 Ident
Standby 29 Note 2 (Optional) (Optional)
Suppress 19 Note 3 (Optional)
Ground 37 Suppress return Host System
TxD2 22 RS-232 Serial I/O (Note 5)
TxD1 5 TxD
RxD
RxD 4 Ground
Ground 3 Shielded Cable

Chassis Ground

Chassis Ground

Coax Cable
To Antenna

Notes:
1. Select the gray code input by grounding pin 36 to pin 28 when using the parallel gray code altitude input
For serial altitude, pin 36 is left open.
2. Use standby input to select between two transponders using a selector switch.
Unit is in standby when input switched to ground.
3. Suppression input, typically connected to DME suppression output. Transponder is
suppressed when input is high.
4. Breaker (or switch) must be accessible by pilot. See Section 2.3.
5. The length of cable used for the serial connection between the SL70R and the host
should not exceed 20 feet.

Figure 2-5. Wiring Diagram - Gray Code Altitude Input

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SL70R
Transponder 2A Breaker (See Note 4)
Power 1 + Avionics
Ground 2 - Power
Gray Code Select 36
See Note 1
Ground 28
C4 15
C2 34
C1 16
B4 32
B2 14
B1 33 When Grey Code input is not used, altitude data must
be supplied by host system.
A4 12
A2 31
A1 13
D4 35
Ground 30

Remote
Ident 10 Ident
Standby 29 Note 2 (Optional) (Optional)
Suppress 19 Note 3 (Optional)
Ground 37 Suppress return Host System
TxD2 22 RS-232 Serial I/O (Note 5)
TxD1 5 TxD
RxD
RxD 4 Ground
Ground 3 Shielded Cable

Chassis Ground

Chassis Ground

Coax Cable
To Antenna

Notes:
1. Select the gray code input by grounding pin 36 to pin 28 when using the parallel gray code altitude input
For serial altitude, pin 36 is left open.
2. Use standby input to select between two transponders using a selector switch.
Unit is in standby when input switched to ground.
3. Suppression input, typically connected to DME suppression output. Transponder is
suppressed when input is high.
4. Circuit breaker (or switch) must be accessible to pilot. See Section 2.3.
5. The length of cable used for the serial connection between the SL70R and the
host should not exceed 20 feet.

Figure 2-6. Wiring Diagram – Host Serial Altitude Input

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3. POST INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION

PROCEDURES
Once the unit is installed, complete the checkout procedure to verify proper operation.
The steps that are not applicable to a particular installation may be skipped. Fill out the
checkout log sheet during the checkout procedure. The log sheet on page 18 may be photo-
copied if desired.
3.1 MOUNTING / WIRING CHECK
Verify that all cables are properly secured and shields are connected to the rear of the
mounting frame.
3.2 EQUIPMENT SETUP AND CONFIGURATION
3.2.1 ALTITUDE INPUT SOURCE SELECTION
The SL70R can use altitude data from either a standard gray code altitude input or from
the host system.
If using the gray code altitude input, connections can be made directly from the SL70R to
the altitude source. Isolation diodes are included within the SL70R. Make sure a common
ground connection exists, or connect a ground wire between the source and the SL70R.
The altitude source must be accurate to within ±125 feet, 95% probability, and have a
resolution of 100 feet (the host input resolution may be better than 100 feet).
3.2.2 RS-232 BAUD RATE SELECTION
The baud rate is fixed at 9600. The host system must communicate with the SL70R at
this rate. (8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity)
3.3 EQUIPMENT OPERATIONAL/FUNCTIONAL TEST
3.3.1 SELF TEST
The SL70R includes a self test that is executed every time the unit is turned on that
checks the receiver and transmitter operation as well as other internal functions.
The host system should verify that the SL70R does not report a failure indication when
turned on.
NOTE: The system status message reports the failures.

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Date: ___/___/___
APOLLO SL70 POST-INSTALLATION CHECKOUT LOG By: _______________
CONFIGURATION INFORMATION:
Apollo SL70 430-6067-____ Mod ___
Serial #_______________

CHECKOUT AND SETUP:

Self Test: (As Reported by Host)
[ ] Pass
[ ] Fail
Altitude Source:
[ ] Gray code
VFR Code: ________ (Only if changed by host)
[ ] Host Supplied (Serial RS-232)

OPERATION / PERFORMANCE CHECK:

Altitude Data (Reported by Host): Performance Verification: (As Reported by Host)
[ ] Pass [ ] Pass
External Inputs:
[ ] Remote ident checked [ ] N/A
[ ] External standby [ ] N/A

COMMENTS:

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 Troubleshooting

4. TROUBLESHOOTING
4.1 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
This appendix provides information to assist troubleshooting if problems occur after
completing the installation. Use Table 4-1 to assist in troubleshooting.

Table 4-1. Troubleshooting Guide

Problem Cause Solution
The SL70R does not power on. The unit is not getting power. Check power connections, breakers,
and main avionics switch.
The altitude is not correct. The unit is not getting the correct If the gray code inputs are used,
altitude. check all connections from the alti-
tude source and/or verify the altitude
source.
If the host is providing serial altitude
input check for the correct baud rate
and connections.
The unit fails the start-up TX fails. Check antenna connections. May
self-test. NOTE: System status have an open, a short, or a bad
message will report failures. VSWR.
Other failure. The unit may need repair. Contact the
factory for assistance.
The unit does not generate re- The unit is in standby. The unit must be in either the “On” or
plies. “Alt” modes to generate replies.
The unit is not receiving interrogation Check the antenna connections.
signals.
No interrogation signal available. Need to either use a ramp test set or
climb to altitude where ATC radar
service is available.

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4.2 CONTACTING THE FACTORY FOR ASSISTANCE

If the Apollo SL70R unit fails to operate despite troubleshooting efforts, contact
the Garmin AT factory for assistance.
Garmin AT, Inc.
2345 Turner Rd. SE
Salem, Oregon 97302
U.S.A.
Phone:503.581.8101 or 800.525.6726
Be prepared to offer the following information about the installation:
• Installation configuration (accessories, antenna, ...)
• Model number, part number with mod levels, and serial number
• Description of problem
• Efforts made to isolate the problem

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 Limitations

5. LIMITATIONS
5.1 INSTALLATION
Aircraft installation must be made in accordance with this installation manual, host sys-
tem requirements and applicable FAA regulations and advisory circulars. (See Environ-
mental Qualification Form – Appendix A).
5.2 OPERATIONAL
The SL70R must be operated within the limitations as follows, or by other regulatory
guidance as appropriate.
1. The altitude reply data may be verified by comparing the pressure altitude re-
ported to the aircraft altimeter relative to a barometric setting of 29.92.
2. The transponder is to be operated in compliance with CFR 14 section 91.215 for
ATC transponder and altitude reporting equipment.
3. The transponder must be tested as specified in CFR 14 section 91.413 within the
previous 24 months.

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6. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
The Apollo SL70R does not require any regular general maintenance except as included
in this section.
6.1 BIENNIAL CHECK
The transponder must be tested within the previous 24 months as specified in 91.413 of
the FAA regulations. No other periodic maintenance is required.

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7. SERIAL INTERFACE SPECIFICATION

7.1 INTRODUCTION
This section is a specification of the SL70R Mode A/C Transponder serial input and output.
7.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
7.2.1 HOST INTERFACE
The SL70R communicates with a “host” unit such as a navigation computer or a control panel.
Any device connected to the SL70R’s external serial port will be referred to as the “host.”
7.2.2 HARDWARE INTERFACE
The SL70R’s external RS-232 port can be found on the 37-pin D sub connector located on the
back of the unit.
7.2.3 BAUD RATE
The baud rate is fixed at 9600 baud.
Baud Rate: 9600
Data Bit: 8 bits
Stop Bit: 1 bit
Parity: None
7.2.4 COMMUNICATIONS
Establishing communications between the SL70R and the host is independent of which device is
turned on first. The SL70R operates in a broadcast mode. Once the startup is finished, the
SL70R will begin sending the appropriate serial data and processing any incoming serial data.
7.2.5 MESSAGE DEFINITIONS
These messages support the basic operation of the SL70R module.

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7.3 OUTPUT MESSAGES

Table 7-1. Output Messages
Msg ID Description Notes
#AL Altitude Message 1 second interval approximate
^SS System Status On power up & continuously upon failure
^MD Operation Mode Message 1 second interval approximate
^AH Alt Hold Message 1 second interval approximate
^RC Replies per second 1 second interval approximate

^C1 Configuration 1 - Software Versions Upon request

7.3.1 ALTITUDE
The altitude output function is intended to interface with other Apollo products that have
serial altitude input.
7.3.1.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Output Rate: Approximately 1 second
Buffer Length: 17 bytes
7.3.1.2 ALTITUDE FORMAT SPECIFICATION

Table 7-2. Altitude Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘#’ ASCII ‘#’ (0x23)
1 ‘A’ ASCII ‘A’ (0x41)
2 ‘L’ ASCII ‘L’ (0x4C)
3 ‘‘ ASCII space (0x20)
4 ‘+’ or ‘-’ Altitude sign; ASCII ‘+’ or ‘-’ (0x2B or 0x2D)
5-9 ddddd Altitude in feet (100 ft resolution)
10-13 ‘T+15’ Temperature (always +15)
14-15 dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 13. In hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
16 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

7.3.1.3 ALTITUDE FORMAT SPECIFICATION EXAMPLES

#AL +00100T+15D1 100 feet above sea level (@29.92 inches Hg) with temperature
@+15°C
#AL -09981T+15ED ERROR CODE invalid data @+15°C
7.3.1.4 ALTITUDE ERROR CODES
The altitude encoder/converter may place an error code in bytes 4-9. Here is a list of the
possible codes:
• -09981=Possible Hardware Problem
The converter issues this code if the temperature of the internal heater is greater then
55°C, indicating a possible hardware problem or the data received from the encoder is
invalid indicating a possible encoder or wiring problem.
• -09982=Altitude Out of Range

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Both the encoder and converter will send this code when the altitude is outside the speci-
fied limits for the device.
7.3.2 MODE MESSAGE
The mode message indicates the current operating mode. It includes the following: 1)
current mode, Standby, Mode A or Mode C, 2) Ident enabled/disabled, 3) current
Squawk code setting and 4) heart beat received. This message is output in both normal
and test modes.
7.3.2.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Output Rate: Approx. 1 sec. when EXT (extended) messages are selected.
Buffer Length 17 bytes
7.3.2.2 MODE FORMAT SPECIFICATION

Table 7-3. Mode Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘^’ ASCII ‘^’ (0x5E)
1 ‘M’ ASCII ‘M’ (0x4D)
2 ‘D’ ASCII ‘D’ (0x44)
3 ‘‘ ASCII space (0x20)
4 m See Mode Table below
5 ‘, ‘ ASCII comma (0x2C)
6 i See Ident Table Below
7 ‘,‘ ASCII comma (0x2C)
8-11 dddd ASCII Squawk code
12-13 hh LSB = 1 heart beat received In hex ASCII “01”
14-15 dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 13. In hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
16 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

Table 7-4. Mode Table

m Definition ASCII
O Standby Mode 0x4F
A Mode A 0x41
C Mode C 0x43

Table 7-5. Ident Table

i Definition ASCII
I Ident Enabled 0x49
- Ident is Inactive 0x2D

7.3.2.3 MODE MESSAGE EXAMPLES

^MD O,-,12000006 Standby Mode, Ident inactive, Squawk code is 1200
^MD A,I,23540120 Mode A, Ident active, Squawk code is 2354

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7.3.3 REPLY COUNT

The reply count message indicates the number of replies per second that are being sent.
7.3.4 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Output Rate: Approx. 1 sec. when EXT (extended) messages are selected.
Buffer Length 11 bytes
7.3.4.1 REPLY COUNT FORMAT SPECIFICATION

Table 7-6. Reply Count Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘^’ ASCII ‘^’ (0x5E)
1 ‘R’ ASCII ‘R’ (0x52)
2 ‘C’ ASCII ‘C’ (0x43)
3 ‘‘ ASCII space (0x20)
4-7 dddd ASCII Digit (ex. 1234)
8-9 dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 7. In hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
10 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

7.3.4.2 REPLY COUNT FORMAT SPECIFICATION EXAMPLES

^RC 1200D6 1200 replies per second
7.3.5 CONFIGURATION MESSAGE
This message provides a way to send configuration information. C1 – contains the soft-
ware version numbers for the microcontroller and FPGA.
7.3.5.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Output Rate: Upon Request.
Buffer Length 16 bytes
7.3.5.2 SOFTWARE VERSION FORMAT SPECIFICATION

Table 7-7. Configuration 1 Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘^’ ASCII ‘^’ (0x5E)
1 ‘C’ ASCII ‘C’ (0x43)
2 ‘1’ ASCII ‘1’ (0x31)
3 ‘ ‘ ASCII spaces (0x20)
4-5 dd Micro SW major revision number
6 d Micro SW minor revision number
7 ‘,’ ASCII comma (0x2C)
8 d FPGA major revision number
9 d FPGA minor revision number
10 c Transponder Configuration C= Mode A/C S= Mode S
11-12 xx Reserved for future use fill with spaces (0x20)
13-14 dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 8. In hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
15 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

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7.3.5.3 CONFIGURATION 1 EXAMPLE

^C1 010,10C 93 Micro SW Version 010, FPGA SW version 1.0 Mode A/C Trans-
ponder
7.3.6 SYSTEM STATUS
The system status message contains the 14 bits of status information as defined below in Table
7-8. When a bit is set the particular item is functioning properly.

Table 7-8. Self-Test Bit Definition

Bit # Definition
0 3.3 Volt Power Supply
1 5 Volt Power Supply
2 8 Volt Power Supply
3 12 Volt Power Supply
4 45 Volt Power Supply
5 High Voltage Power Supply
6 Input Voltage
7 Discrete Input Reference V
8 Display Temperature
9 Transmitter Temperature
10 Photo Cell
11 Synthesizer Locked
Bit # Definition
12 Receiver Test
13 Transmitter test
14 Suppression Stuck
15 Unused

7.3.6.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION

Output Rate: At Start up and continuously upon fail condition at 1 second intervals.
Buffer Length 11 bytes
7.3.6.2 SYSTEM STATUS FORMAT SPECIFICATION

Table 7-9. Software Version Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘^’ ASCII ‘^’ (0x5E)
1 ‘S’ ASCII ‘S’ (0x53)
2 ‘S’ ASCII ‘S’ (0x53)
3 ‘‘ ASCII spaces (0x20
4-7 dddd Status Data Hex ASCII
8-9 dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 8. In Hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
10 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)
7.3.6.3 SYSTEM STATUS MESSAGE EXAMPLE
^SS FFFF3C no failures
^SS FFFE3B 3.3 volt supply failure.

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7.4 INPUT MESSAGES

The following messages are processed during normal operation. The AL and SW mes-
sages are also processed during setup and test modes.

Table 7-10. Normal Mode Input Messages

Msg ID Description Notes
#AL Altitude Message Must be selected in set up mode or it will be ignored.
#MD Set Mode Message Set mode A/C or STBY, IDENT and squawk code
#SW Request Software Version SL70R replies with Software Version Message
#RS Reset SL70R will reset after approximately 1 second.
#SO Set Operating Mode Setup or Test Modes

7.4.1 ALTITUDE
The altitude-input function is intended to interface with serial altitude encoders. The alti-
tude source is selected during installation and must be set to Serial for this message to be
processed. Once selected the SL70R must receive a valid message at least once every 2
seconds or the altitude will time out and become invalid until the next valid message is
received.
7.4.1.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Buffer Length 17 bytes
7.4.1.2 ALTITUDE FORMAT SPECIFICATION

Table 7-11. Altitude Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘#’ ASCII ‘#’ (0x23)
1 ‘A’ ASCII ‘A’ (0x41)
2 ‘L’ ASCII ‘L’ (0x4C)
3 ‘‘ ASCII space (0x20)
4 ‘+’ or ‘-’ Altitude sign; ASCII ‘+’ or ‘-’ (0x2B or 0x2D)
5-9 ddddd Altitude in feet (right justified with zeros)
10 ‘T’ ASCII ‘T’ (0x54)
11 ‘+’ or ‘-’ Temperature sign; ASCII ‘+’ or ‘-’ (0x2B or 0x2D)
12-13 dd Internal Altimeter Temperature
14-15 dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 13. In hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
16 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

7.4.1.3 ALTITUDE FORMAT SPECIFICATION EXAMPLES

#AL +02100T+25D4 2100 feet above sea level (@29.92 inches Hg) with temperature
@+25°C
#AL -00045T+45DE 45 feet below sea level (@29.29 inches Hg) with temperature
@+45°C
#AL -09980T-12E6 ERROR CODE (temp below +25°C) with temperature @-12°C

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7.4.1.4 ALTITUDE ERROR CODES

The altitude encoder/converter may place an error code in bytes 4-9. Here is a list of the
possible codes:
• -09980=Heater Not Ready
The encoder issues this code while the unit is in the warm-up phase.
• -09981=Possible Hardware Problem
The converter issues this code if the temperature of the internal heater is greater then
55°C, indicating a possible hardware problem or the data received from the encoder is
invalid indicating a possible encoder or wiring problem.
• -09982=Altitude Out of Range
Both the encoder and converter will send this code when the altitude is outside the
specified limits for the device.
7.4.2 MODE
The mode message sets the unit’s current operating mode. This includes: 1) selecting
Standby, Mode A or Mode C, 2) enabling Ident 3) adjusting squawk code. This message
is not processed when in setup or test modes. It will also not be process if a system fail-
ure has occurred.
7.4.2.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Buffer Length 15 bytes
7.4.2.2 MODE FORMAT SPECIFICATION

Table 7-12. Mode Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘#’ ASCII ‘#’ (0x23)
1 ‘M’ ASCII ‘M’ (0x4D)
2 ‘D’ ASCII ‘D’ (0x44)
3 ‘‘ ASCII space (0x20)
4 m See Mode Table below
5 ‘, ‘ ASCII comma (0x2C)
6 i See Ident Table Below
7 ‘,‘ ASCII comma (0x2C)
8-11 Dddd ASCII Squawk code
12-13 Dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 11. In hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
14 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

Table 7-13. Mode Table

m Definition ASCII
O Standby Mode 0x4F
A Mode A 0x41
C Mode C 0x43

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Table 7-14. Ident Table

i Definition ASCII
I Ident Enabled 0x49
- Ident is disabled 0x2d

7.4.2.3 MODE MESSAGE EXAMPLES

#MD O,-,12006B Standby Mode, Ident inactive, Squawk code is 1200
#MD A,I,235484 Mode A, Ident active, Squawk code is 2354
7.4.3 SOFTWARE VERSION
The software version message requests the software version be sent. In response the
SL70R will send the configuration message which includes the software versions.
7.4.3.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Buffer Length 6 bytes
7.4.3.2 SOFTWARE VERSION MESSAGE SPECIFICATION

Table 7-15. Software Version Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘#’ ASCII ‘#’ (0x23)
1 ‘S’ ASCII ‘S’ (0x53)
2 ‘W’ ASCII ‘W’ (0x57)
3-4 ‘CD’ Checksum = CDH
5 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

7.4.4 RESET
The reset message will cause the SL70R to reset. It will take approximately 1 second for
the unit to reset after receiving the message.
7.4.4.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Buffer Length 6 bytes
7.4.4.2 RESET MESSAGE SPECIFICATION

Table 7-16. Reset Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘#’ ASCII ‘#’ (0x23)
1 ‘R’ ASCII ‘R’ (0x52)
2 ‘S’ ASCII ‘S’ (0x53)
3-4 ‘C8’ Checksum = C8H
5 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

7.4.5 SET OPERATION

This message sets the SYS_BOOT register in the eeprom and then forces the system to
reset. To exit setup mode, turn unit off, then back on.

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7.4.5.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION

Buffer Length 8 bytes
7.4.5.2 SET OPERATION FORMAT SPECIFICATION

Table 7-17. P1 Pulse Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘#’ ASCII ‘#’ (0x23)
1 ‘S’ ASCII ‘s’ (0x53)
2 ‘O’ ASCII ‘O’ (0x4f)
3 ‘‘ ASCII space (0x20)
4 ‘d‘ ASCII argument see table below
5-6 dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 4. In hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
7 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

Table 7-18. Arguments

Definition ASCII
1 Setup Mode 31
7.4.5.3 SET OPERATION EXAMPLES
#SO 116 Set operation to setup mode
7.5 SETUP MODE MESSAGE DEFINITIONS
7.5.1 OUTPUT MESSAGES
Note: Normal output messages are also output in setup mode.
7.5.2 EEPROM DATA
The eeprom data message provides the 16-bit data at the specified eeprom location. The
location is specified by the view eeprom serial message, see section 7.5.6.
7.5.2.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Buffer Length 14 bytes
7.5.2.2 EEPROM DATA FORMAT SPECIFICATION
Table 7-19. EEProm Data Message Format
Byte Contents Description
0 ‘^’ ASCII ‘^’ (0x5E)
1 ‘E’ ASCII ‘E’ (0x45)
2 ‘E’ ASCII ‘E’ (0x45)
3 ‘‘ ASCII space (0x20)
4-5 dd In hex ASCII i.e. “1F”
6 , ACSII comma (0x2C)
7-10 dddd Data Value In hex ASCII i.e. “1F89”
11-12 dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 10. In hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
13 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

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7.5.2.3 EEPROM DATA MESSAGE EXAMPLES

^EE 13,FFFFB0 EEprom location 13H contains FFFFH
7.5.3 INPUT MESSAGES
The input messages #AL (altitude), #SW(software version request) and #RS(reset re-
quest) are supported in setup mode. In addition the following messages are also sup-
ported.
Table 7-20. Setup/Test Mode Output Messages
Msg ID Description Notes

#IE Init EEProm

#SV Set VFR Code
#VE View EEprom location

7.5.4 INIT EEPROM

This message causes the eeprom to reset to factory default settings. Unit must be in setup
mode.
7.5.4.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Buffer Length 6 bytes
7.5.4.2 INIT EEPROM FORMAT SPECIFICATION

Table 7-21. Init EEProm Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘#’ ASCII ‘#’ (0x23)
1 ‘I’ ASCII ‘I’ (0x49)
2 ‘E’ ASCII ‘E’ (0x45)
3-4 ‘B1’ Checksum = B1H
5 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

7.5.4.3 INIT EEPROM EXAMPLE

#IEB1 Initialize EEProm
7.5.5 SET VFR
This message sets the default VFR code. The squawk code is set to the VFR code when
the unit is powered up or VFR button is initially pressed. Unit must be in setup mode.
7.5.5.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Buffer Length 11 bytes
7.5.5.2 SET VFR FORMAT SPECIFICATION

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Table 7-22 VFR Message Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘#’ ASCII ‘#’ (0x23)
1 ‘S’ ASCII ‘S’ (0x53)
2 ‘V’ ASCII ‘V’ (0x56)
3 ‘‘ ASCII space (0x20)
4-7 ‘dddd‘ ASCII Squawk code
8-9 dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 7. In hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
10 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

7.5.5.3 SET VFR EXAMPLE

#SV 4321B6 Set default VFR code to 4321

7.5.6 VIEW EEPROM

The view eeprom command request that the eeprom data at the specified location be sent.
In response the SL70 will send the eeprom data message, see 7.5.2.
7.5.6.1 INTERFACE SPECIFICATION
Buffer Length 9 bytes
7.5.6.2 VIEW EEPROM FORMAT SPECIFICATION

Table 7-23 View EEProm Format

Byte Contents Description
0 ‘#’ ASCII ‘#’ (0x23)
1 ‘V’ ASCII ‘V’ (0x56)
2 ‘E’ ASCII ‘E’ (0x45)
3 ‘‘ ASCII space (0x20)
4-5 ‘dd‘ Hex ASCII Location i.e. “13” up to 7FH
6-7 dd Checksum of bytes 0 through 5. In hex ASCII i.e. “FA”
8 ‘\r’ ASCII carriage return (0x0D)

7.5.6.3 VIEW EEPROM EXAMPLE

#VE 1342 View eeprom location 13H

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 Environmental Qualification Form

APPENDIX A. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALIFICATION

FORM
The Apollo SL70R has been tested to the following environmental categories per proce-
dures defined in RTCA/DO-160D.
Environmental Qualification Form
Nomenclature: Apollo SL70R Manufacturer:
Part No.: 430-6067-xx Garmin AT, Inc.
TSO No.: TSO_C74c 2345 Turner Road SE
Salem, Oregon 97302
Conditions Section Description of Conducted Tests
Temperature and Altitude 4.0 Equipment tested to Category B1 with:
In-flight Loss of Cooling 4.5.4 No cooling required
Altitude 4.6.1 Equipment tested to 25,000 feet
Decompression 4.6.2 Equipment tested for decompression to 25,000 feet
Overpressure 4.6.3 Equipment tested for overpressure
Temperature Variation 5.0 Equipment tested to Category C, 2°C/min
Humidity 6.0 Equipment tested to Category A, standard humidity environ-
ment
Operational Shocks and Crash 7 Equipment tested for both operational and crash safety shocks.
Safety (Equipment operates normally after crash safety and operational
shock.)
Vibration 8.0 Equipment tested without shock mounts to Categories S(B,M)
Explosion Proofness 9.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test required
Waterproofness 10.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test required
Fluids Susceptibility 11.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test required
Sand and Dust 12.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test required
Fungus Resistance 13.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test required
Salt Spray 14.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test required
Magnetic Effect 15.0 Equipment is Class Z
Power Input 16.0 Equipment tested to Categories A (28 volt systems) & B (14
and 28 volt systems)
Voltage Spike 17.0 Equipment tested to Category A
Audio Frequency Conducted Sus- 18.0 Equipment tested to Categories A & B
ceptibility – Power Inputs
Induced Signal Susceptibility 19.0 Equipment tested to Category Z
Radio Frequency Susceptibility 20 Equipment tested to Category V
(Radiated and Conducted)
Emission of Radio Frequency En- 21 Equipment tested to Category M*
ergy
Lightning Induced Transient Sus- 22.0 Equipment tested to A3 and B2
ceptibility
Lightning Direct Effects 23.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test required
Icing 24.0 Equipment identified as Category X, no test required
Remarks: *TSO requirements do not require emission testing above 1.2GHz. Intentional radiators at the second
harmonic, 2.18GHz and at the fourth harmonic, 4.36GHz, may be above the limits as specified by DO-160D. The
SL70R meets all of the environmental qualification requirements of TSO-C74c, it was qualified to and met the
higher DO-160D standard with the exception as indicated above.

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