POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 1 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Document Status Published status ☒ Draft ☐ Released ☐ Canceled Confidentiality status ☐ Internal ☐ NDA ☒ Public Version Control Ver. Date Summary of changes 1.0 2020-11-10 Initial version 1.1 2020-11-27 Added note for RJ45 pin numbering. Conformity Declarations. 1.2 FCC and IC conformity declarations.
POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 2 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Table of contents 1 2 General Overview .............................................................................. 4 1.1 System Description .................................................................. 6 1.2 Definitions .............................................................................. 7 1.2.1 Abbreviations ...........
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 2.10 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 3 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Installation Verification ............................................................ 25 3 Technical Specification .................................................................... 26 4 Additional Information .................................................................... 27 4.1 Troubleshooting and Error Codes...............
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 1 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 4 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 General Overview FLARM is the collision avoidance system and traffic awareness/electronic conspicuity technology used by General Aviation, light aircraft, and UAVs. It has been designed to support self-separation for both VFR and IFR in applicable airspace classes.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 5 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 to avoid thunderstorms, this can sometimes be helpful for short to medium term strategic planning in high traffic density situations. FLARM can also warn about fixed obstacles like masts and power lines. Obstacle collision warnings are based on an optionally installed database, which needs to be kept up to date.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 1.1 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 6 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 System Description PowerFLARM Fusion is a modern FLARM device for installation in General Aviation aircraft. It is based on the latest PowerFLARM technology and features a novel web app called FLARM Hub. PowerFLARM Fusion has been designed for worldwide use and connects to a range of displays, including tablet apps via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 7 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 A panel mount USB socket with extension cord for a USB flash drive. At least one FLARM Compatible display. These displays have been certified or validated to have implemented all essential functions. A number of complementary displays or accessories, parsing the FLARM data stream.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 1.2.2 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 8 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Terminology The words shall and must are used to indicate a mandatory requirement.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 9 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 The antennas should be designed for the frequency band applicable in the geographic area where the aircraft is being operated. Internal antennas, including the antennas that are shipped with Fusion, are normally designed for only one of the frequency bands. The external AV-75 antenna is designed for worldwide use.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 1.5 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 10 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Additional Documents, Data, and Information The PowerFLARM Fusion User and Maintenance Manual (FTD-078) is an integral part of the installation and maintenance documentation and must be used for the installation where referenced.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 2 2.1 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 11 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Installation General Requirements and Advice on Installation FLARM is not required by any Certification Specification. Thus, there is no (E)TSO for FLARM, nor is one required. The installation is normally a minor change and must adhere to the Certification Specification applicable to the aircraft in which it is installed.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 2.1.1 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 12 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Minor Change and Standard Change For certified aircraft, an MCA (Minor Change Approval) or Standard Change installation with appurtenant documents is required. The MCA covering many aircraft types, as well as required Standard Change documentation, can be acquired under the following link: https://flarm.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 13 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 rendered unusable. Should the device be suddenly cooled, this may result in the formation of condensation. Mechanical drawings of the device are available in Appendix A. 2.3 Displays PowerFLARM Fusion should be connected to a FLARM Compatible display as a primary means of collision avoidance.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 2.4 2.4.1 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 14 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Connections and Cabling Overview PowerFLARM Fusion has the following connectors: 1 USB 2.0: Accepts USB flash drive for flight log readout, device update1, and configuration. FLARM antennas A and B: When using a single antenna, connect to FLARM A. The internal FLARM antennas supplied with the device have a RED marking.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 15 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 1090 MHz: For receiving SSR transponder and ADS-B 1090ES signals. The internal antenna supplied with the device has a BLUE marking. This antenna is optional; however, without it, no traffic will be received on 1090 MHz. GPS antenna: Must be connected for operation.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 2.4.5 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 16 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Display See Section 2.3 and Appendix C for display requirements. Use only high-quality shielded cables for the display connections. Up to 5 m cable length is normally acceptable. If the display requires 3 V DC operating voltage, the respective pin on the RJ45 or D-sub connector may be used.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 2.4.7 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 17 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 D-sub DE-9 – Power, Data, and Audio Connections Connecting power to an incorrect pin will burn the circuit boards, make the device unusable and void any warranty. The 9-pin DE-9 connector is shown below. On the left side, the female socket on Fusion is shown. On the right side, the male plug (on the cable) is shown.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 18 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 D-sub cables shipped with Fusion are color coded according to the following table. These D-Sub cables are marked with “Art.-Nr 1420531”. DO NOT use the color coding if the cable is not marked accordingly. Use a continuity tester instead to determine the assignment.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 19 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Electrical characteristics: AC signal, 1.7 V peak-to-peak @ 1 kΩ Referenced to GND (pin 5), no DC bias Output impedance: 47 Ω Output current (max.): 35 mA Connect Audio Out to the audio panel or other amplifier with input impedance between 200 Ω and 10 kΩ. The audio panel or amplifier should allow volume adjustment.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 2.4.10 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 20 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 GPS Antenna (SMC Connector) PowerFLARM Fusion contains a 72 channel GNSS receiver, connecting to an external antenna. Ensure that the antenna cable is properly and fully screwed into the device. Fusion will not work without good GPS reception. 2.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 21 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Antennas should be spaced at least 30 cm apart, including other antennas like COM/NAV, XPDR, etc. Note: Installing external antennas on aircraft with a pressure cabin normally requires an STC. In addition, the following requirements are applicable for the specific antenna installations.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 2.5.2 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 22 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Internal Antennas For internal antennas, follow the requirements below. Use only the antennas supplied with the device or other approved or acceptable antennas as specified in Appendix B. Do not extend or interfere with the attached antenna cable.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 23 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 The antennas must be mounted vertically since the radio waves are vertically polarized (this is unrelated to the radiation pattern). Up to 15° tilt is normally acceptable. The antennas must be insulated to protect against electrostatic discharges, e.g. from the human body. Otherwise, the device may be damaged.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 24 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Note: The FLARM Hub firmware can only be updated via FLARM Hub. The USB connector must be readily accessible via the supplied USB extension cable. The USB extension cable should normally be installed in the instrument panel. Note: The USB flash drive must not be connected during flight.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 2.9 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 25 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Annual Maintenance Each FLARM system must be inspected and updated every 12 calendar months. For installations in certified aircraft, the annual maintenance must be part of the Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP) or equivalent. For other installations, the owner must set up an individual reminder 12 months after the previous maintenance.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 3 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 4 Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 27 of 40 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Document Number: FTD-077 Additional Information 4.1 Troubleshooting and Error Codes For troubleshooting including error codes, see the User and Maintenance Manual. 4.2 Warranty Information and Terms of Use Any warranty is immediately void should the device be opened, misused, or installed incorrectly. EULA including Terms of use is applicable.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 4.5 4.5.1 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 28 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Fusion is not supported by the PC software FLARM Tool for Classic FLARM. Firmware updates, IGC file downloads, and obstacle data uploads cannot be done via the data ports. Instead, they are done via FLARM Hub or with a USB flash drive. The USB extension cable should be installed in the instrument panel.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 29 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Within the USA, the device may only be used in transportation vehicles such as aircraft or motor vehicles. Only antennas shipped with the device may be used.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 30 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 This device complies with the RF exposure limits for humans as stated in RSS-102. Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d’exposition RF pour les êtres humains comme elles le sont notifiées dans la norme RSS-102.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 4.6 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 31 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Maximum Antenna Gain Currently, the maximum antenna gain for external antennas is limited to 2.0 dBi for operation in the 902 MHz to 928 MHz band. The antenna gains must not exceed maximum EIRP limits set by the FCC/Industry Canada. Actuellement, le gain d'antenne maximal d'antennes externes est limité à 2.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Appendix A – Mechanical Drawings Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 33 of 40 POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Document Number: FTD-077 Appendix B – Acceptable Antennas and Cables The antennas listed below are acceptable for installation and use. The radio frequency characteristics may be verified by performing a range analysis. Note: The range analysis does not verify environmental aspects, insulation, or installation. Damaged antennas (e.g.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 34 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Appendix C – FLARM Compatible Displays PowerFLARM Fusion should be connected to a certified FLARM Compatible display. In addition, it is also possible to connect a secondary display for additional traffic information. Displays that have been certified as FLARM Compatible can be either standalone or integrated into other avionics, e.g.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 35 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 The following FLARM displays have been certified as FLARM Compatible as of the date when this manual version was published. The approval is valid under the condition that the limitations listed below are adhered to.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 36 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Appendix D – Installation Verification Checklist The following checklist shall be completed after the installation, as well as after modifications to the installation (e.g. change of display or antennas). See Section 2.10 for details.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 6 No antenna splitters 7 Displays 8 Firmware version 9 Configuration POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 37 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Ensure that no antenna splitters are used for the FLARM RF. Antenna splitters connecting two antennas to the same transceiver will result in signals canceling themselves out or severely degraded range. Use antenna diversity instead.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 12 Status/Error conditions POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 38 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Power on Fusion and verify that no error occurs during the boot sequence using the LEDs and/or FLARM Hub. If an error occurs, check the severity and type of error (error code) to determine the proper remedy. Verify that FLARM has GPS reception at the latest 15 minutes after power-on.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Date: 2020-11-27 Version: 1.1 Page: 39 of 40 Document Number: FTD-077 Appendix E – End User License Agreement (EULA) By purchasing or using a FLARM device or by downloading, installing, copying, accessing, or using any FLARM Technology Ltd, Cham, Switzerland (hereafter "FLARM Technology") software, firmware, license key, or data, you agree to the following terms and conditions.
FLARM Technology Ltd Hinterbergstrasse 15 CH-6330 Cham 6. 7. POWERFLARM FUSION INSTALLATION MANUAL Warranty, Limitation of Liability, and Indemnification 6.1. Warranty. FLARM devices, software, firmware, license keys, and data are provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind — either expressed or implied — including, without limitation, any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
