users guide pmat 2000®

User Guide

80010 Revision J

January 18, 2011

PMAT 2000®

PMAT 2000® User Guide

80010 Revision J January 18, 2011 Page i

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RECORD OF REVISIONS

Rev No.

Issue Date

Inserted By

Description Affected

Pages

Original Issue

05/15/00 Victor C Chow

1 12/20/00 Michael P. Beard / Tom Adams

Update for new figures and features for Battery Panel and PDL615 functions.

2 02/20/01 Victor C. Chow Update for Loadstar® 4.0 and HDD support.

3 08/27/01 Vince Brown Changed All PMAT 2000 to PMAT 2000; Removed HDD Support, CDRU 2000. Inserted External DVD/CDROM, Windows 2000 reference.

1-11; 13, 14, 16, 18-34

4 05/28/02 Vince Brown Change Name of Company. Update Graphics Include proper shut-down procedure.

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5 01/16/04 Vince Brown Update procedures to reflect changes in software and hardware. Modify content to reflect “User” capabilities. Administrator’s capabilities are to be ported to new “PMAT 2000 Administrator’s Manual.”

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F 10/01/04 Marshall Dormire

Updated configuration information to reflect changes in 55939-7.

Section 2.9

G 10/31/05 Jim Maurer Update for current –05 configuration.

1.1, 1.2, 2.1-2.11

H 02/22/08 Gerald Tamayo Update Archived Data Section

Section 2.8

J 01/19/11 Gerald Tamayo Update Template All



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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 3

1.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .................................................................................. 4

1.2 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION .............................................................................. 6

1.3 CERTIFICATION............................................................................................... 7

2.0 OPERATING PROCEDURES .............................................................................. 7

2.1 Initialization Sequence .................................................................................... 7

2.2 Hardware Setup ............................................................................................... 8

2.2.1 MCDP Setup ............................................................................................ 8

2.2.2 ARINC 615 Portable Data Loader Setup ............................................... 8

2.2.3 LoadStar Setup for B777 PMAT ............................................................. 8

2.2.4 Stand-alone Operation ........................................................................... 9

2.3 Main Menu ........................................................................................................ 9

2.4 Maintenance Control Display Panel (MCDP) Remote Panel ...................... 10

2.5 PDL-615 Dataloading .................................................................................... 12

2.5.1 Automatic Software Upload from the Floppy Drive ........................... 13

2.5.2 Upload Software from the Hard Drive ................................................. 16

2.5.3 Automatic Download ............................................................................ 20

2.6 LOADSTAR Software Configuration Management ..................................... 22

2.7 Digital Maintenance Documentation ............................................................ 22

2.8 ARCHIVED DATA........................................................................................... 22

2.8.1 Program Logs ....................................................................................... 23

2.8.2 Program Downloads ............................................................................. 30

2.9 PMAT 2000 Configuration ............................................................................. 34

2.9.1 Hardware and Software Configuration Information ........................... 34

2.9.2 Software Configuration Details ........................................................... 35

2.9.3 Software Configuration Error Indication ............................................ 35

2.9.4 Software Configuration CRC ............................................................... 35

2.9.5 Boot COM Port Configuration ............................................................. 35

2.9.6 Current COM Port Configuration ......................................................... 35

2.9.7 Save Configuration Information .......................................................... 36

2.10 SHUTDOWN system ...................................................................................... 37

2.11 PMAT 2000 Battery Operation ...................................................................... 37

2.11.1 PMAT 2000 Batteries ............................................................................ 37

2.11.2 Battery Charging .................................................................................. 38

2.11.3 PMAT 2000 Battery Status Tool ........................................................... 38

3.0 SYSTEM RECOVERY ........................................................................................ 42

4.0 SUPPORT CONTACT INFORMATION .............................................................. 42

5.0 GLOSSARY ........................................................................................................ 43



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TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1. Front View Of PMAT 2000 ................................................................................ 5

Figure 2. Top Cover Panel (Floppy Drive, PCMCIA Slot, Power, Dual USB, Ethernet, Battery Packs, Connector) ............................................................................................... 6

Figure 3. PMAT 2000 Stand Alone Operation ................................................................ 9

Figure 4. PMAT 2000 Main Menu Display ..................................................................... 10

Figure 5. Tail Number Input Dialog ................................................................................ 11

Figure 6. MCDP Control Panel Display ......................................................................... 12

Figure 7. Select Source ................................................................................................. 14

Figure 8. Enter Log Information ..................................................................................... 14

Figure 9. PDL-615 Control Panel ................................................................................... 15

Figure 10. Review Log ................................................................................................... 16

Figure 11. Airplane, LRU, and Part Number Selection from Hard Drive ....................... 17

Figure 12. PDL-615 Transfer in Progress Display ........................................................ 18

Figure 13. PDL-615 Hard Drive Load Complete Display .............................................. 19

Figure 14. Review Log / Downloaded Data ................................................................... 20

Figure 15. Archive Data ................................................................................................ 23

Figure 16. Program Logs .............................................................................................. 24

Figure 17. Log Files in Descending Date Order ............................................................ 24

Figure 18. Log Files in Ascending Name Order ............................................................ 25

Figure 19. View File ....................................................................................................... 25

Figure 20. Transfer To Removable Media ..................................................................... 26

Figure 21. Select Location ............................................................................................. 27

Figure 22. Enter the New Folder Name ......................................................................... 27

Figure 23. New Folder ................................................................................................... 27

Figure 24. Transfer Progress ......................................................................................... 28

Figure 25. Delete Log File ............................................................................................. 29

Figure 26. Delete Process ............................................................................................. 29

Figure 27. Program Downloads ..................................................................................... 30

Figure 28. Preview Window Directory Content .............................................................. 30

Figure 29. Transfer To Removable Media ..................................................................... 31

Figure 30. Delete Downloads ........................................................................................ 32

Figure 31. Command Prompt ........................................................................................ 32

Figure 32. View Log ....................................................................................................... 33

Figure 33. PMAT 2000 Application Part Number(s) Page ............................................ 34

Figure 34. Battery Status Panel, General ...................................................................... 39

Figure 35. Battery Status Panel, Battery 1 .................................................................... 40

Figure 36. PMAT 2000 Battery 2 Status ........................................................................ 41

Figure 37. Display Settings ............................................................................................ 42



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1.0 INTRODUCTION

The Portable Maintenance Access Terminal 2000 (PMAT 2000) is a compact, rugged, multifunction piece of Ground Support Equipment. It is a lightweight computer proven to operate in a flight-line environment providing the operator with data loading capabilities, maintenance interface, as well as immediate hosting for technical and maintenance documentation. The PMAT 2000 runs the Microsoft® Windows XP operating system, offering the user a simple, familiar, and secure interface.

NOTE: This User’s Guide is for PMAT 2000 P/N 80000-05 configuration only. For instructions on the operation of previous configuration units (P/N 80000-03 thru 80000-04), please refer to User’s Guide release P/N 80010 Rev. 4 or earlier or call Teledyne Controls for support.

1.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The PMAT 2000 computer system contains the following hardware and interface provisions with the availability of some I/O optional as noted:

• ARINC 429, 615 and 615A Ethernet interface

• Dual 10/100 Ethernet

♦ 10/100 Ethernet in 53 Pin connector

♦ 10/100 Ethernet in standard RJ45

• USB (3) interface

♦ USB 2.0 (2) on standard USB connectors

♦ USB 1.1 (1) in 53 Pin connector

• Two PCMCIA Type III slots (one external)

• Universal interface with multiplexed I/O (I/O options controlled by software)

♦ Quad RS232/422

♦ CAN Bus

♦ SAV/GND Discretes (7), one (1) additional software enabled discrete

• ECU Loader interface for loading GE CF34, 414/404 engines (GE option only)

• Floppy drive

• Lithium ion batteries (2)

• Internal battery charger

• Wireless data link option



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The PMAT 2000 has the following controls, displays, and special features (Figure 1):

• 75 key sealed keyboard with cursor directional buttons

• Sealed mouse pointer with two execution buttons

• 14.1” sunlight readable color display (LCD) 1024 X 768 resolution

• Chemically hardened glass display cover resistant to scratches and shatter

• ON/OFF switch

• Power, fault, and temperature lamps.

• Battery Status Control Panel

• Two handles

Figure 1. Front View Of PMAT 2000

Additional operating and environment features of the PMAT 2000 are:

• Size 13.5 inches X 13 inches X 2.5 inches

• Weight approximately 10 pounds

• Operating Temperature –10°C to +55°C

• Ground Survival Temperature –40°C to +70°C

• Skydrol, weather, and solvent proof



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The PMAT 2000 operates from 115VAC – 250VAC, 50Hz – 400Hz, via the AC power cable P/N 80044-2 or from internal batteries (Figure 2).

Figure 2. Top Cover Panel (Floppy Drive, PCMCIA Slot, Power, Dual USB, Ethernet, Battery Packs, Connector)

1.2 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

The primary functions of the PMAT 2000 are:

• ARINC 615 Portable Data Loading

♦ Allows data loading functions between the PMAT 2000 and ARINC 615 Loadable Systems.

♦ ARINC 615A Portable Data Loading (Requires optional software) Allows data loading functions between the PMAT 2000 and ARINC 615A Loadable Systems.

• ECU Data Loader for GE Engines (Requires GE Software option)

♦ Allows data loading functions between the PMAT 2000 and GE CF34, 414/404 engines.

• Archive Data File Management

♦ Allows the user to perform Archive Data file management on PMAT 2000 hard drive.

• LoadStar Loadable Software Library Management

♦ Allows user to configure library of Loadable Software Airplane Parts (LSAP) by aircraft model, LRU, and Tail Number.

♦ Allows users to manage configuration of Teledyne Controls’ PDL/MSD.

♦ Performs loadable software configuration control for ARINC 615 and 615A Portable Data Loading.

♦ Allows users quick access to the B777 PMAT Mass Storage Device (MSD) and B777 MAT HDD.

• Maintenance Control Display Panel (MCDP) Remote Panel

♦ Allows the user to perform maintenance data functions and ground tests on B757/767 in the cockpit.



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• PMAT 2000 Configuration

♦ View application software part numbers of the PMAT 2000 configuration.

• Supports Boeing’s Air Supply Monitor (ASM) Application (Requires optional software)

♦ Allows user to monitor the Air Bleed System on the aircraft using Boeing’s Air Supply Monitor application software.

• Supports GE’s SCTREND Software (Requires optional software)

♦ Supports GE small aircraft engine trend recording software (SCTREND).

• Supports Smith’s Disk Generation Tool Software (Requires optional software)

♦ Allows user to convert electronic data from the Smiths format into Loadstar datafile format for diskless loading onto aircraft.

• Supports Aircraft Data Report Analysis Systems (ADRAS) (Requires optional software)

♦ PMAT 2000 is compatible with Honeywell’s (formerly Allied Signal) ADRAS, which allows users to view and analyze downloaded data.

• Supports Digital Maintenance Manuals (Requires optional software)

♦ The PMAT 2000 is compatible with a variety of Digital Documentation packages such as Boeing PMA, JOUVE (AirGTI, Pinpoint, CAATS), Jeppesen, etc. which provide Airplane Maintenance Manuals, Fault Isolation manuals, IPC, and others.

Access to these functions is through “display buttons” arranged together on the PMAT 2000 Main Menu. (See Figure 4.)

1.3 CERTIFICATION

The PMAT 2000 herewith complies with the requirements of the European Communities directives and carries the CE mark accordingly.

2.0 OPERATING PROCEDURES

2.1 Initialization Sequence

To turn on the PMAT 2000 press and hold the ON/OFF button on the keyboard for approximately five (5) seconds. After the system is turned on the following occurs:

• Initiates a power-on-self-test (POST) of the PMAT 2000 system;



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• Initializes the internal Operating System (Microsoft® Windows XP by default) and checks all interfaces;

• Loads the PMAT 2000 Main Menu (see Figure 4 for an example).

2.2 Hardware Setup

NOTE: The aircraft manufacturer’s Airplane Maintenance Manual procedures must be used for on-airplane software uploading and downloading to ensure the correct and specific maintenance procedures are followed.

The following sections describe generic information for connecting the PMAT 2000 to some aircraft systems prior to operation. Other hardware setup procedures may be different depending on airplane manufacturer, airplane model, and avionics equipment manufacturer.

2.2.1 MCDP Setup

• Connect one end of cable, P/N 80031, labeled “PMAT” to the connector on the top of the PMAT 2000 (Figure 2).

• Connect the other end of the cable labeled “MCDP REMOTE” to the MCDP Remote Panel receptacle in the flight deck.

• For more information on how to use the MCDP software, see Section 2.4.

2.2.2 ARINC 615 Portable Data Loader Setup

Note: For 615 Portable Data Loader operation, the PMAT 2000 is powered by its batteries or by the AC power cable, P/N 80044-2.

• Connect one end of cable, P/N 80030, labeled “PMAT 2000” to the connector on the top of the PMAT 2000 (Figure 2).

• Connect the other end of the cable labeled “ARINC 615 Computer” to the ARINC 615 device.

• For more information on how to use the ARINC 615 software, see Section 2.5.

2.2.3 LoadStar Setup for B777 PMAT

Note: Reference LoadStar User’s Guide (P/N 59721) for complete details of the interface between the PMAT 2000 and PMAT. The PMAT used in this document is referring to both the PMAT/MSD (50000-002) and PMAT/NT (50000-004) model because both PMAT models have a Mass Storage Device (MSD).

• Connect one end of the Y-Cable PMAT 2000-PMAT Interface Ethernet cable, P/N 80034, labeled “PMAT” to the PMAT.

• Connect the other end of the Y-Cable labeled “PMAT 2000” to the PMAT 2000.

• Connect the end of the Y-Cable labeled “Aircraft Power” to the PMAT connector in the 777 EE Bay.



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Note: This above step is necessary to feed power to PMAT in the EE Bay unless the PMAT is powered from external power or its internal batteries.

Note: Make sure the PMAT 2000 is powered from its internal batteries unless a cable, P/N 80051 is used with AC power adapter to power the PMAT 2000.

2.2.4 Stand-alone Operation

The PMAT 2000 may be powered by its internal batteries (Figure 2) for up to 5 hours (both batteries fully charged) of operation or by the AC power cable, P/N 80044-2 (Figure 3.). If AC power is not used to power the PMAT 2000, make sure that at least one PMAT 2000 battery is installed and is functioning properly

Figure 3. PMAT 2000 Stand Alone Operation

2.3 Main Menu

The Main Menu is displayed after boot up. The Main Menu is the default display for the PMAT 2000. The user can select any function from the Main Menu. The available functions on the main menu are:

• PDL 615 Data Loading

• MCDP Remote Panel

• Archived Data

• PMAT 2000 Battery Status

• Users Guide

• LoadStar (optional)



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• Shutdown System

• PMAT 2000 Configuration

Note: Other functions that may appear on the main menu include ECU Loader, Jouve AirGTI and others dependent on the PMAT 2000 configuration purchased or options included by providers of maintenance data.

Figure 4. PMAT 2000 Main Menu Display

To choose one of the functions available from the Main Menu, press the underlined letter of the item on the keyboard or move the cursor over the button using the mouse- pointer and click the mouse pointer’s left button. The Main Menu will not be visible while the Loadstar function is open. It may be accessed only after logging out of Loadstar. The PMAT 2000 software allows only one application to be launched at a time. When one PMAT 2000 function application is launched from the Main Menu, no other function can be launched until the existing opened function is closed. Example: if MCDP REMOTE PANEL is open and the user tries to launch PDL615 DATALOADING from the Main Menu, the MCDP REMOTE PANEL will stay open and not allow PDL615 DATALOADING to open.

2.4 Maintenance Control Display Panel (MCDP) Remote Panel

The MCDP program allows the PMAT 2000 to operate as a remote MCDP (Maintenance Control Display Panel in the B757/767 cockpit). The system mirrors the actual MCDP panel and performs all MCDP operations.



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The MCDP Program consists of a screen that approximates the actual MCDP with the addition of four lines of text at the top. The two smaller, upper lines of the screen are status information, such as the mode of operation. This information is a text representation of the LED’s illuminated on the actual MCDP panel. Below those lines, two larger lines display text identical to the two text lines displayed on the front of the MCDP. To activate the MCDP Emulator software from the PMAT 2000 Main Menu press the MCDP REMOTE PANEL button using the mouse pointer or press the letter ‘M’ on the keyboard. The dialog box “ENTER TAIL NUMBER” will appear (see Figure 5). The dialog box is for a technician or mechanic to enter the tail number of the aircraft they will collect the maintenance data files from using the MCDP. All the downloaded fault and maintenance data files will have the tail number as their name. The file extensions assigned to each downloaded file will be incremental starting with 000. As new files are downloaded with the same tail number, sequential file extensions are generated.

Figure 5. Tail Number Input Dialog

Enter the tail number or select a tail number from the scroll list and click OK. The MCDP panel display will appear (see Figure 6). If the inserted tail number is new, then the user will be prompted to save the tail number in the Tail Number List. Select YES or NO. After a tail number is saved it is retained in the pull down list and does not have to be re-entered. On subsequent file downloading instead of entering a tail number, pull down the scroll list and select the tail number from the list using the down arrow key on the keyboard or by scrolling through the entire list using the scroll bar.

Each button on the MCDP panel can be controlled in two ways. Method 1: Each button has a single letter underlined in its label. Press this key on the keyboard to activate the button. Method 2: Using the mouse, move the cursor over the desired button and then press the left selector button adjacent to the mouse pointer.

When MCDP emulation operations are completed, press the button labeled CLOSE to terminate the MCDP function on PMAT 2000. Either pressing the letter ‘C’ or using the mouse pointer can do this.



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ProgramExit

Button

MCDPLED/Status

Text

MCDPPanel

Text

MCDPControl

Buttons

Figure 6. MCDP Control Panel Display

2.5 PDL-615 Dataloading

The PDL-615 is an application program that allows ARINC 615 data loading to the aircraft from either floppy disks or from the software library maintained on the hard drive. The program also allows for file download from the aircraft and stores the file to floppy disks.

The PDL-615 uses the ARINC 615 Airborne Computer High Speed Data Loader specification to define its operation. ARINC 615 is a commercial aircraft bus specification defining loading protocols. The specification includes the use of a high and low speed ARINC 429 bus and a protocol for the controlled, automatic uploading and downloading of data to and from avionics devices. ARINC 615 automatic loading requires minimal operator intervention.



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2.5.1 Automatic Software Upload from the Floppy Drive

This section provides the steps to perform an automatic upload to an avionics loadable system using the PDL 615 software on the PMAT 2000.

• From the PMAT 2000 Main Menu press the PDL 615 DATALOADING button using the mouse pointer or press the letter “P” on the keyboard.

• Select Floppy Drive as the source by pressing the Floppy Drive button. (See Figure 7)

• Enter the appropriate information in the text boxes. (See Figure 8) This information will be recorded in the PDL 615 Log. The operator may continue without entering any information by selecting the Start Load button at the bottom of the screen.

• The PDL-615 control panel will appear. (See Figure 9) For purposes of familiarity, the PDL-615 control panel user interface emulates the Teledyne Controls Portable Data Loader (P/N 30100).

Note: The PDL software will continuously search the floppy drive for a disk until one is inserted or the operator chooses to load from MSD.

• The PDL-615 will automatically read the floppy disk and display the name and block count of the first file. The READY indicator will show GREEN when the unit is ready to begin loading.

• If the avionics loadable systems are active, the load sequence automatically initiates.

• As each file is loading, the block count will decrement accordingly. When the block count reaches zero, loading of the current file is complete.

Note: The ABORT button may be selected at any time during a load to discontinue the upload processing and return the PDL-615 to its initial state. The “ABORT” command is initiated by pressing the letter “A” on the keyboard, <Alt> A, or selecting the ABORT button with the mouse pointer. When an “ABORT” request is initiated a status message “ABORT DETECTED” will appear in the DISPLAY WINDOW.



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Figure 7. Select Source

Figure 8. Enter Log Information



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Figure 9. PDL-615 Control Panel

• The PDL 615 will automatically sequence to the next file if more than one file is to be loaded from the current diskette. If the data to be loaded is continued on another disk the operator will be prompted to insert the next disk with the prompt “INSERT DISK # X”, where X is the number of the next disk, in the Display Window. Remove the current disk and insert the next disk in the sequence.

• When the upload is complete the PDL 615 will wait for a Load Complete signal from the avionics line replaceable unit. Example – if the Flight Management Computer was loaded, it will perform a verify function following the upload before the Load Complete signal is given. During this time, the PDL 615 will display the message “VERIFY PENDING XX:YY, where X and Y are the number of minutes and seconds, respectively. This is the time the PDL 615 has been waiting since the automatic upload finished.

• When the Load Complete signal is received, the PDL 615 will display “LOAD COMPLETE” and the READY light will turn OFF.

• The operator has the option of reviewing the PDL 615 Log information. By selecting the REVIEW button after completing an upload, a review window will appear displaying the log information. (See Figure 10)

• Exit the program by pressing the letter ‘G’ on the keyboard or GO BACK button using the mouse pointer. When the Data Loader window closes, the display reverts to the PMAT 2000 Main Menu. To begin another dataload, press the New Load button.



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Figure 10. Review Log

2.5.2 Upload Software from the Hard Drive

This section provides steps to perform data loading from the PMAT 2000 hard drive.


• Select the hard drive as the source by pressing the PMAT 2000 Mass Storage button. (See Figure 7)

• A “TYPE – LRU - PART #” selection box will be displayed identifying the available software parts on the PMAT 2000 hard drive (Figure 11)

NOTE: Airplane TYPES, LRU and PART # must be loaded on the hard drive for them to be displayed in this dialog box. If no data exists in the columns do not attempt any data loading. Consult your Systems Administrator.



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Figure 11. Airplane, LRU, and Part Number Selection from Hard Drive

• Select the radio button for MODEL or TAIL with the mouse pointer.

• Available selections (airplane models i.e., A320, B777, etc.; airplane tail numbers i.e., OLE 101, DAC 333, N4566666) in the TYPE column will be displayed based on the selection made by the user.

NOTE: The airplane models, tail numbers, LRU names, and part numbers shown in Figure 11 are examples only. The Customer Systems Administrator inputs this information during PMAT 2000 configuration after delivery. The specific information displayed is based on the actual airline fleet and LRU configuration.

• Select a specific “TYPE” from column 1 using the mouse pointer and cursor selection button. Available LRU names will be displayed in the “LRU” column (column 2)

• Select a specific “LRU” name from column 2. The software part number will be displayed in the “PART #” column (column 3)

• Move the mouse pointer over the SELECT button. A “CONFIRM 615 LOAD” box will be displayed

• Verify the data in the display box is correct and agrees with the upload requirement. If the information is not correct select the GO BACK button and make the correct selection

• If the data in the “CONFIRM 615 LOAD” box is correct, select the START 615 LOAD




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• As the automated load sequence is initiated the display will revert to the “DATA LOADER” screen. (See Figure 12) The READY light will show GREEN and the display will show the file name and the block count of the first file.

• If the avionics loadable systems are active, the load sequence automatically initiates.

NOTE: The ABORT button may be selected at any time during loading to stop the upload process and return the PDL 615 to its initial state. The “ABORT” command is made by pressing A, <Alt>A, or by moving the mouse pointer over the ABORT button and pressing the left cursor selector button.

• If loading more than one file, the PDL 615 will automatically sequence to the next file.

NOTE: The ABORT button may be selected at any time during loading to stop the upload process and return the PDL 615 to its initial state. The “ABORT” command is made by pressing A, <Alt>A, or by moving the mouse pointer over the ABORT button and pressing the left cursor selector button.

Figure 12. PDL-615 Transfer in Progress Display

• When the upload is complete the PDL 615 will wait for a Load Complete signal from the avionics LRU. Example – if the Flight Management Computer was loaded, it will perform a verify function following the upload before the Load Complete signal is given. During this time, the PDL 615 will display the message “VERIFY PENDING XX:YY, where X and Y are the number of minutes and



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seconds, respectively. This is the time the PDL 615 has been waiting since the automatic upload finished.

• When the Load Complete signal is received, the PDL 615 will display “LOAD COMPLETE” and the READY light will turn OFF. (See Figure 13).

• The operator has the option of reviewing the PDL 615 Log information. By selecting the REVIEW button after completing an upload, a review window will appear displaying the log information. The operator may also view any downloaded data from this review window. (See Figure 14)

• When all automatic uploads are complete, close the program by pressing the letter ‘G’ on the keyboard or by moving the mouse pointer over the Go Back button on the display and hitting the left mouse pointer selector button. To begin another dataload, press the New Load button.

Figure 13. PDL-615 Hard Drive Load Complete Display



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Figure 14. Review Log / Downloaded Data

2.5.3 Automatic Download

In ARINC 615, downloading is performed by starting an upload session using a Loadable Software Part (LSP) that tells the 615 target (the LRU) to download data to the dataloader (the PMAT 2000).

Depending upon the target manufacturer, the Download may be performed as part of an upload or as a separate maintenance task. Downloads performed with the source LSP on a floppy will result in all downloaded data stored on the floppy. Downloads performed with the source LSP on a hard drive will result in all downloaded data stored on the hard drive.

Downloaded data and logs are available for review at the end of the load process, as indicated below. The data on the hard drive is also available through the Archive button on the Main Menu.



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2.5.3.1 Download to Floppy

The following section describes the steps necessary to perform an automatic download to a floppy disk using the PDL 615 software.


• Select the Floppy Drive as the source by pressing the Floppy Drive button. (See Figure 7)


• The PDL 615 control panel will appear. (See Figure 9)

• Insert the 3.5” diskette into the floppy drive. The PDL 615 will search the diskette for a file (config.ldr) to initiate the download process.

Note: The 3.5” diskette in this step refers to the specific blank diskette made by the avionics loadable systems’ manufacturer for download.

• When the download has completed, the PDL 615 will wait for the Down Load Complete signal from the loadable systems. When the Load Complete signal is received, the PDL 615 will display “TRANSFER COMPLETE”.

• The operator may review the log entry information for that operation by pressing the REVIEW button. The review screen will appear. (See Figure 10)

• Exit the program by pressing the letter ‘G’ on the keyboard or the GO BACK button. To begin another dataload, press the New Load button.

When the application window closes, the PMAT 2000 Main Menu will reappear.

2.5.3.2 Download to MSD

The following section describes the steps necessary to perform an automatic download to the PMAT 2000 MSD using the PDL 615 software and Loadstar.


• Select the hard drive as the source by pressing the PMAT 2000 Mass Storage button. (See Figure 7)

• A “TYPE – LRU - PART #” selection box will be displayed identifying the available software parts on the PMAT 2000 hard drive. (See Figure 11) Refer to section 2.5.2 for detailed instructions on this selection box.

• Select the appropriate download routine from the selection box to initiate the download process.



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Note: The download routine in this step refers to the specific blank diskette made by the avionics loadable systems’ manufacturer for download. The System Administrator should have loaded this disk into Loadstar before attempting a download.

• When the download has completed, the PMAT 2000 will wait for the Down Load Complete signal from the loadable systems. When the Load Complete signal is received, the PMAT 2000 will display “TRANSFER COMPLETE”.

• To view the downloaded data, select the Review button at the end of the download. The Review screen will appear. (See Figure 14) The operator may view the downloaded data or review the PDL 615 Log by selecting the appropriate button.

• Exit the program by pressing the letter ‘G’ on the keyboard or the GO BACK button. To begin another dataload, press the New Load button.

2.6 LOADSTAR Software Configuration Management

The LoadStar program is a software application that provides configuration management and loading functions for loadable software parts on the B777 PMAT’s Mass Storage Device, Portable Data Loader with Mass Storage Device (PDL/MSD), and PMAT 2000’s PDL615 Dataloading function. Select the LOADSTAR button on the PMAT 2000 Main Menu or press the letter “L” to start the LoadStar program. Please refer to LoadStar User’s Guide (P/N 59721) for complete detail of LoadStar’s operation instructions on PMAT 2000.

2.7 Digital Maintenance Documentation

The Digital Maintenance Documentation programs such as Jouve (Pinpoint, AirGTI), Boeing PMA, and Jeppesen, which include the Airplane Maintenance Manual (AMM), Fault Isolation Manual (FIM), Wiring Diagrams, etc. are compatible with the PMAT 2000. Since the Digital Maintenance Documentation is written, supplied, and maintained by its manufacturers, Teledyne Controls has no control over the software’s operation. Please refer to the Software’s User’s Manual for installation and operational instructions of the Digital Maintenance Documentation.

2.8 ARCHIVED DATA

The ARCHIVED DATA is a utility that allows operators to maintain files that are stored on the PMAT 2000 hard drive. The types of maintenance functions that are available are:

• PDL 615 Log

• MCDP Fault Files

• 615A Log

• Individual Program Downloads (i.e. PDL 615 Downloads, 615A Downloads, etc.)

Other programs (applications) may also store data in a compatible fashion.



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To activate the Archived Data utility, press the ARCHIVED DATA button on the PMAT 2000 Main Menu. The menu shown in Figure 15 will appear and the operator can then select the data files to be maintained. The Archived Data menu on your system may have more or fewer buttons than shown in this example.

Figure 15. Archive Data

2.8.1 Program Logs

After selecting the desired program logs, the Program Logs screen will be displayed (see Figure 16). The user has the option to view the log file, transfer the log file to any removable media, delete the log file, or print the selected log file. The user also has the ability to search the log files by text content or filename.



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Figure 16. Program Logs

The log files can be sorted by filename or date and time. Select the Name column or the Date and Time to sort the files. The log files also can be displayed in ascending or descending order with the selected column. (See Figures 17 and 18)

Figure 17. Log Files in Descending Date Order



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Figure 18. Log Files in Ascending Name Order

2.8.1.1 View File

Highlight the desired log and select the View File button on the Program Logs screen to view the log file. (See Figure 19) Select the Go Back button to go back to the Program Logs screen.

Figure 19. View File



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2.8.1.2 Transfer To Removable Media

Select the Transfer To Removable Media button from the Program Logs screen to transfer the designated file. (See Figure 20) Highlight the destination removable drive in field 1 to select the desired removable drive.

Figure 20. Transfer To Removable Media

Type the path within field 2 or select the Browse button to choose the path within the drive. (See Figure 21) A new folder can also be created by selecting the Create New Folder button after choosing the location for the new folder within the drive. (See Figure 22) Type the name of the new folder in the empty field and select the OK button to create the folder (See Figure 23). Select the OK button from the screen referenced in Figure 21 to select the folder and refer back to the Transfer To Removable Media screen.



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Figure 21. Select Location

Figure 22. Enter the New Folder Name

Figure 23. New Folder



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Select the type of transfer in field 3, the user has the option to copy or move the file(s) to the destination location. The options within field 4 include transferring the selected log file or all the log files generated for the program. After all the desired settings and options have been configured select the Transfer File(s) to perform the transfer function. Field 5 displays the status of the transfer and the option to cancel the transfer by selecting the Cancel button during the transfer. (See Figure 24)

Figure 24. Transfer Progress

2.8.1.3 Delete Files

Select the Delete Files button to delete log file(s) from the selected program. (See Figure 25) Field 1 gives the options to delete the selected log file or all the logs files for the selected program. Field 2 gives the option to delete any downloads associated with the log file(s).Select the View Downloads button to view the download data associated with log files. Note: If there is no download data associated with the log file(s) the contents in field to will be grayed out.



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Figure 25. Delete Log File

Once the options within fields 1 and 2 have been set, select the Delete File(s) button to perform the delete function (See Figure 26). Field 3 will display the delete status. The Cancel button within field 3 can be selected during the delete process to cancel the function.

Figure 26. Delete Process

2.8.1.4 Print File

The user can print the selected log file from the Program Log screen by selecting the Print File button. Note: Printer drivers must be installed on the PMAT 2000 when connected to a Printer locally or through a network.



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2.8.2 Program Downloads

After selecting the desired program downloads, the Program Downloads screen will be displayed (see Figure 27). The user has the option to open the file from a command prompt, transfer the log file to any removable media, or delete the log file. The user also has the ability to search the log files by text content or filename. The download listed in the left window can be sorted by name or date and time by selecting the desire column. The Preview Window displays the content of the log file associated with the selected download when the Log File option is chosen. The Preview window will also display the directory contents of the program downloads location when the Directory Content is chosen (see Figure 28).

Figure 27. Program Downloads

Figure 28. Preview Window Directory Content



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2.8.2.1 Transfer To Removable Media

Select the Transfer To Removable Media button from the Program Downloads screen to transfer the designated file (See Figure 29). Note: This function is the same as the Transfer To Removable Media on the Programs Log screen. Please refer to section 2.8.1.2 for further instructions.

Figure 29. Transfer To Removable Media

2.8.2.2 Delete Downloads

Select the Deleted Downloads button from the Program Downloads screen to transfer the designated file (See Figure 30). Note: This function is the same as the Delete Files on the Programs Log screen. Please refer to section 2.8.1.3 for further instructions.



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Figure 30. Delete Downloads

2.8.2.3 Open In Command Prompt

The selected download can be viewed using command prompt, select the Open in Command Prompt button to display the download. (See Figure 31) Close the command prompt by typing <exit> and pressing the enter key or select the X button on the Command prompt title bar.

Figure 31. Command Prompt

2.8.2.4 View Log

The log file associated with the selected download can be viewed by selecting the View Log button. The log will be displayed for the user to review (see figure 32).



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Figure 32. View Log



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2.9 PMAT 2000 Configuration

Press the letter ‘C’ or press the PMAT 2000 CONFIGURATION button on the PMAT 2000 Main Menu will show the PMAT 2000 Configuration Page (see Figure 33). The user can view the loaded PMAT 2000 application part numbers and their versions as well as the drivers and other software specific to the PMAT 2000.

Select GO BACK to exit PMAT 2000 Application Part Number Page.

Figure 33. PMAT 2000 Application Part Number(s) Page

The following sections describe features of the PMAT 2000 Configuration Page.

2.9.1 Hardware and Software Configuration Information

The PMAT 2000 Configuration page default display is the software configuration. To see the PMAT 2000 hardware configuration, press the button titled HARDWARE CONFIGURATION. To return to the software configuration press the button titled SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION.



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2.9.2 Software Configuration Details

The software configuration is shown as a “tree” of data with headings that can be expanded to show more data below them. The main menu itself and each button on the main menu are displayed as a top-level item. Press the [+] symbol to expand an item to show more details about the item. Different items will have different information depending upon the software configuration.

• EXPAND ALL – Expands the software configuration tree to show all elements.

• CLOSE ALL – Closes the software configuration tree to only show the top most items.

2.9.3 Software Configuration Error Indication

The PMAT 2000 Main Menu can detect configuration errors caused by missing or incorrect files by comparing configuration document information with the revisions of installed components. If the Main Menu detects a configuration error it will display the word “Error” at the top level on the right hand side of the Software Configuration page. Expand the top-level item to show the components and then expand the error section to provide more detail about the particular error.

2.9.4 Software Configuration CRC

A Cyclical Redundancy Code (CRC) is calculated on the PMAT 2000 software configuration. This CRC includes installed software; buttons, button titles, and button hot keys; and dependent files for software applications. This number can be compared between two PMAT 2000 to verify that both systems have the same software. This information does not include log files, disk space used or any Loadable Software Airplane Parts installed. Each PMAT 2000 is delivered with all software conforming to a controlled configuration document. If the software configuration CRC of the PMAT 2000 matches the CRC indicated in the configuration document, the PMAT 2000 will display the Image part number and revision number on the bottom line of the software configuration information. The configuration document may only be available to the system administrator.

2.9.5 Boot COM Port Configuration

The PMAT 2000 is equipped with changeable Input and Output options, which are known as COM port configurations. This sets the COM port configuration that will be set at boot time (default) but does not affect the current configuration.

2.9.6 Current COM Port Configuration

The PMAT 2000 is equipped with changeable Input and Output options, which are known as COM port configurations. The value displayed in this window is the current configuration. Select this to change the current COM port configuration. The PMAT 2000 will return to the Boot COM Port Configuration at the next boot.



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2.9.7 Save Configuration Information

Press the SAVE CONFIGURATION button to save a text file containing both the hardware and software configuration of the PMAT 2000. When the operator presses this button the PMAT 2000 prompts the operator for a filename and location. The default location is in c:\datafiles\logs\PMAT 2000 but the operator may choose to save the file to a floppy disk, USB key or other location.

Note: This function saves all information whether the software configuration details are being shown or not.



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2.10 SHUTDOWN system

By pressing the SHUTDOWN SYSTEM button on the PMAT 2000 Main Menu, a SHUTDOWN SYSTEM dialog box will appear.

• Pressing the RESTART PMAT button will prompt the user to restart the PMAT 2000; press OK button will reboot the PMAT 2000. After the reboot is complete, the PMAT 2000 main menu will be displayed.

• Pressing SHUTDOWN SYSTEM button will prompt the user to shut down the PMAT 2000. Press the OK button to proceed with the complete shut down of the PMAT 2000. The system should never be powered off without going through this sequence unless the PMAT 2000 is not responding to any keyboard or mouse pointer actions.

• When the ON/OFF button is pressed for approximately 2 seconds, the Shutdown dialog box will appear to confirm if the user would like to shutdown the PMAT 2000. Select YES button to shutdown the PMAT 2000 or select NO button to cancel.

• Pressing and holding the ON/OFF button for approximately 10 seconds will shutdown the PMAT 2000 without going through a Windows shutdown sequence. This procedure is only recommended if the PMAT 2000 and Windows is “frozen” and the combination of “CTRL+ ALT + DELETE” keys doesn’t trigger any response from Windows when pressed.

NOTE: Shutting down the PMAT 2000 in this manner will disable the internal battery-charging feature. If the user wishes to charge batteries, they should use one of the other shutdown procedures listed above.

• Pressing GO BACK will return to the previous menu.

2.11 PMAT 2000 Battery Operation

2.11.1 PMAT 2000 Batteries

The PMAT 2000 comes with two lithium ion batteries for portable operation. The batteries are hot swappable so that the user may replace either of the batteries while the PMAT 2000 is “ON” and in use. Remove the PMAT 2000 batteries by first loosening the two quick fasteners on the battery cover panel on top of the PMAT 2000 (Figure 2). Slide the battery out by pulling the strap on top of the battery. A built-in “Battery Status” function is available to allow users to optimize and manage the batteries, and to adjust the display brightness. (See Figure 37)

It is recommended that the battery status be checked before replacing either one of the batteries in the PMAT 2000. NOTE: If running on one battery only, install the charged battery prior to removal of discharged battery.



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2.11.2 Battery Charging

PMAT 2000 batteries can be charged internally by the following means:

• PMAT 2000 operating and connected by the AC power cable P/N 80044-2.

NOTE: The PMAT 2000 will continue to charge the batteries once the unit has been shut down. See section 2.10 for proper shut down procedure.

2.11.3 PMAT 2000 Battery Status Tool

The PMAT 2000 Battery Status tool is a software program that allows the operator to check the following status:

• Individual battery capacity in percentage.

• Battery charging status on PMAT 2000.

• Back light control for adjustment of display brightness.

There are two ways to activate the PMAT 2000 Battery Status tool.

• Select the PMAT 2000 BATTERY STATUS Option on the PMAT 2000 Main Menu.

• Move the cursor to the bottom right hand corner of the Windows XP Start menu task bar and double click the PMAT 2000 Battery Status icon.

The Battery Status icon will appear green and red in color when one or both batteries are installed; green representing the total charge level of the battery(ies). The total PMAT 2000 batteries status in percentage will appear when the cursor is move to the top of the PMAT 2000 Battery Status icon. The PMAT 2000 Control Panel will appear when the PMAT 2000 BATTERY STATUS tool is launched. The PMAT 2000 BATTERY STATUS function has four features, GENERAL, BATTERY 1, BATTERY 2, and DISPLAY SETTINGS. Each function of the PMAT 2000 Control Panel can be selected by pressing the tab on the Control Panel. NOTE: Figure 34 shows a PMAT 2000 Battery Panel that only has one battery is

inserted.



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Figure 34. Battery Status Panel, General

The GENERAL function is the default dialog feature of the PMAT 2000 Control Panel every time the PMAT 2000 BATTERY STATUS tool is opened. It displays the status of the PMAT 2000 power usage, battery charging status, firmware version, and the individual PMAT 2000 battery’s usage capacity. If a battery slot is empty, the Individual Battery Level for that slot will show “Insert Battery.” (See Figure 34)



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Selecting the BATTERY 1 function tab will display the status of PMAT 2000 battery 1 such as the remaining charge capacity of the battery, battery characteristics, etc. Figure 35 is an example of the BATTERY1 function dialog.

Figure 35. Battery Status Panel, Battery 1

Selecting the BATTERY 2 function tab display the status of PMAT 2000 battery 2 such as the remaining charge capacity of the battery, battery characteristics, etc. Figure 36 is an example of the BATTERY2 function dialog.



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Figure 36. PMAT 2000 Battery 2 Status

Selecting the DISPLAY SETTINGS tab will open the Display Settings dialog (see Figure 37), which allows the user to adjust the brightness of the PMAT 2000 display. It is recommended that the Display Settings should set to the lowest when the PMAT 2000 batteries are being charged in order to minimize the batteries charging time.



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Figure 37. Display Settings

3.0 SYSTEM RECOVERY

The PMAT 2000 is pre-installed with all of its software at the time of delivery. However, mishaps with the computer may damage or delete the software items. If this happens, all PMAT 2000 software, including the Microsoft® Windows XP operating system, can be reinstalled. Please advise your System Administrator if any software is not functioning properly.

4.0 SUPPORT CONTACT INFORMATION

If you still cannot solve your problem after reviewing the relevant sections of this manual, please contact Teledyne Controls Product Ssupport:

Teledyne Controls 501 Continental Boulevard El Segundo, CA 90245 Phone: (310) 765-3600 Website: www.teledyne-controls.com



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5.0 GLOSSARY

ADRAS Aircraft Data Report Analysis Systems AMM Airplane Maintenance Manual CDROM Compact Disk Read Only Memory CRC Cyclical Redundancy Code FIM Fault Isolation Manual HDD Hard Disk Drive LCD Liquid Crystal Display LED Light Emitting Diode LRU Line Replicable Unit LSP Loadable Software Part MAT Maintenance Access Terminal MB Mega Byte MCDP Maintenance Control Display Panel MSD Mass Storage Device PCMCIA Computer Bus Standard PDL Portable Data Loader PMA Portable Maintenance Aid PMAT Portable Maintenance Access Terminal P/N Part Number POST Power on Self-Test RAM Random Access Memory USB Universal Serial Bus

users guide pmat 2000®

Documents

teledyne controls commitment

revision j

chow update

new pmat

user guide

update graphics

vince brown update procedures

user capabilities