SKY899
Installation Manual
009-11900-001
Installation - Page 2-19
Revision F
July 18, 2013
2.6.3
Data Cable
RS-232, RS-422, and ARINC-429 data cables are #22 AWG (minimum) twisted, shielded cables. The
shield shall be grounded at both ends and at all breaks. Cable runs should be as short as practicable.
2.6.4
Heading Input Cable
The heading input cable connects the TRC899 to the aircraft synchro heading system (refer to the
Interconnect Wiring Diagram, Figure 2-2, Figure 2-3 or Figure 2-4). Cable specifications are listed below
(see paragraph 1.7 for cable vendors).
NOTE
Use of any cable not meeting specifications voids all system warranties.
The synchro cable consists of the following (refer to Figure 2-5):
1.
Twisted, Shielded, Jacketed Triad #24 AWG
Colors: White, Blue, Orange
Shield: Tin Plated Copper Braid, 90% min.
Jacket: FEP .007 in. min., White
2.
Twisted, Shielded, Jacketed Pair #24 AWG
Colors: White, Blue
Shield: Tin Plated Copper Braid, 90% min.
Jacket: FEP .007 in. min., Blue
3.
Same as Item 2, except Orange jacket.
4.
Aluminized Mylar® Wrap.
5.
#34 AWG braided shield.
6.
FEP Teflon® jacket .013 in. - .023 in., clear (translucent).
7.
Marker tape with vendor P/N.
The sub-cable color-coded jackets and shields should be left on the sub-cables as close to the connector as
practical to provide the required shielding and to identify the sub-cables.
Figure 2-5: Heading Input Cable
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