Av74 0008
Av74 0008
Av74 0008
AV74-8
AVIONICS AFFECTED: 400A Nav-O-Matic Autopilot and 300, 400 and 800 Series IFCS
Several design changes have been made to the 400A Autopilot and Integrated Flight
Control System (IFCS) to improve operation and system reliability. These design
changes are summarized below and detailed in the attached bulletins from ARC.
Two noise spike clipping diodes were added to the Pitch Trim Sensor
to prevent unexpected shutdown of the autopilot due to voltage spikes.
ACTION REQUIRED:
PARTS REQUIRED:
The following parts are available through the Cessna Service Parts Distribution
System or through ARC Parts Distribution System.
Bulletin #165
2 each 37447-3903 Transistors --------------------------- priced $2.20 (B)
REMARKS:
Autopilot and IFCS units now being installed in production aircraft incorporate the
above improvements -- reference is to be made to each bulletin for specific change
effectivity on units affected.
To: ARC Service Agencies Date January 28, 1974 No. 159
APPLICABLE SYSTEMS:
PRIORITY:
RECOMMENDED CHANGE:
This change involves adding a resistor in series with the pin-8 output lead of
component A3U10 in the A3 Logic Assembly. The resistor is to be mounted
on the "flow solder" side of the A3 assembly printed circuit board, per the
following procedures. See attached drawings.
1. Remove the cover from S-530A Mode Selector for access to the
A3 assembly.
2. Remove the four (4) mounting screws from the A3 assembly. Gently
lift the A3 assembly away from its four-point mounting and lay it
over on its back, for complete access to the "flow solder" side.
Exercise care to avoid excessive strain on the fragile small-gauge
wires connected to the assembly.
3. Cut out the narrow circuit strip between A3U10 pin 8 and terminal A3-15.
Terminal A3-15 may be readily identified by the lavender-colored wire
connected to it. Do not cut away any part of the small circular solder
strip ("land") around pin 8 or terminal A3-15. Use a very-sharp edge
for the cutting; a dull edge will do more harm than good.
5. Re-install the A3 Logic Assembly, and the cover to the S-530A Mode Selector.
NOTE: Attach a blank inspection decal on the S-530A Mode Selector cover
adjacent to the unit nameplate. Make entry on decal: FESB # 159
COMPLIED WITH.
NOTE: This change should already have been incorporated at the factory for the
following S-530A Mode Selector units.
ARC reserves the right to make changes in design or additions to, or improvements
in, its equipment without obligation to install such additions or improvements in
equipment theretofore manufactured.
Page 4 FIELD ENGINEERING SERVICE BULLETIN # 159
APPLICABLE SYSTEM:
EFFECTIVITY:
C-530A Control Unit ARC P/N 37960-10280 S/N 1492 and below
-00280 S/N 109 and below
PRIORITY:
As soon as possible.
RECOMMENDED CHANGE:
This change involves installing a resistor between pins 8 and 14 of component U1(IC1)
on printed wiring assembly TB1, P/N 39217-00280, in the C-530A Control Unit. Refer to
Figure 6-6, C-530A Control Unit Wiring Diagram, in the 400A Nav-O-Matic Autopilot
Service/Parts Manual dated October 1973. The new resistor is to be mounted on the
"flow solder" side of printed wiring assembly TB1, per the following procedures.
1. Turn the C-530A Control Unit upside down, and then remove the four (4)
mounting screws from the TB1 assembly. Gently lift the TB1 assembly out
past the three actuator arms for the AP ON, NAV, and ALT switches. It
may be necessary to momentarily press each switch to ON to provide clear-
ance past the actuator arms. Lift the TB1 assembly outward only enough
to provide adequate access to the area around component U1 on the "flow
solder" side of the assembly.
3. After soldering and final positioning of the resistor, apply a small amount
of RTV (silicone rubber adhesive/sealant) between each end of the resistor
body and the printed circuit board such that the RTV fuses the resistor to
the circuit board, to provide a more-rigid mounting of the resistor.
4. Re-install the TB1 assembly into the C-530A unit, being careful to re-dreF
the attached wires into the same position as before removal. After
re-installation, verify clearance between the new resistor and the side
of the C-530A unit. Re-seal around the heads of the mounting screws with
black Glyptal enamel.
5. Perform functional bench test of the C-530A Control Unit to verify proper
operation, particularly the positive latching (or holding) of the AP ON
switch to the ON position.
ARC reserves the right to make changes in design or additions to, or improvements
in, its equipment without obligation to install such additions or improvements in
equipment theretofore manufactured.
To: ARC Service Agencies Date January 11, 1974 No. 165
APPLICABLE SYSTEMS:
RECOMMENDED CHANGES:
DT-520A Pitch Trim Sensor, ARC P/N 37580-00140, -00280, -10280, -10380
1. On the Printed Wiring Assembly, ARC P/N 40724, change transistors Q-7 and
Q-8 from Type 2N4275 to Type 2N3903, ARC P/N 37447-39030. Circuit connections
are the same for both types. See attached drawing and referenced DT-520A
schematic. After installation, perform circuit continuity checks to verify
no improper "shorts" or "grounds".
2. Add two FS CER 70-5 silicon diodes, ARC P/N 33831-04010, to the inside of
connector J2 as follows:
a. Add one diode from connector J2 Pin F to the small ground lug located
at the center of the chassis (see attached drawing). Connect the cathode
end to Pin F. Position the diode body and leads close to the chassis and
adjacent to the edge of the Printed Wiring Assembly ARC P/N 40724. The
diode leads should be as short as possible and insulated with suitable
sleeving. The circuit designator for this diode is CR1.
b. Add one diode from connector J2 Pin D to the same ground lug as in
Step a, above, with the cathode end at Pin D. Position this diode along
side of CR1, and insulate the leads with suitable sleeving. The circuit
designator for this diode is CR2.
NOTE: This change should already be incorporated at the factory for the following
DT-520A Pitch Trim Sensor units:
J2
Q8
PRINTED WIRING
ASSY
P/N 40724-
GRD
Q7
APPLICABLE SYSTEM:
The following changes are recommended to minimize Roll and Pitch Actuator
deadband, or lack of quick response to small error signals which occur when
the autopilot Roll or Pitch servo channels are at, or near, null. This
condition causes small oscillations about null, and is observable during
straight-and-level flight as slight "wing rocking" (for Roll) or "porpoiseing"
(for Pitch) maneuvers that cannot be eliminated by adjustments to the auto-
pilot system or aircraft control cables.
These changes involve adding a capacitor and resistor to the Roll and
Pitch printed-wiring boards (A3 and A4) in the CA-530A and CA-530FD
Computer Amplifier. The ohmic value of the added resistor is selectable and
must be determined by bench-test of the subject units. The changes should be
incorporated during maintenance of the subject units, or at the earliest
possible convenience. The capacitors required for the recommended changes
may be obtained from ARC at no charge.
RECOMMENDED CHANGES:
1. Add a 0.1 mfd 10% 80v non-polarized capacitor (ARC P/N 32423-91020)
across resistor R20. The circuit designator for this capacitor is
C27. Position the capacitor body above R20, but not touching, and
solder the leads to the R20 leads. Use a heat sink on the R20
leads during soldering. Keep the capacitor leads as short as possible.
POST-MODIFICATION TESTS:
R10 R6 R25 R22 C7 R30 R28 IC3R27Q5 R40R38 CR3 R48 R43 IC4 R55 C13
R7 R24 R23 VR1R41 R39/Q4
R26Q1
CR4 R47 R42
R9
R5
R3
C2
C1 Q8
R59
R2 R66
R58
U1 Q10
R13
R20 R51
R12
C7
Q12
Q13
CR 1
R4 -R65
C8
R18 R 15/C4
R16R31 33 Q3 R36 C9 R49 R53 CR6 R50R52 Q6
R64
CA530A A4-PITCH MODULE CARD
NOTE: FOR SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM
SEE FIGURE 6-2.
C21
C18
CA530A A4-Pitch Module Card
6-20D
(FOR REFERENCE ONLY)
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Cessna 400A Nav-O-Matic Autopilot
CA530A Computer Amplifier Schematic (Sheet 3 of 8)
(FOR REFERENCE ONLY)
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CA530A Computer Amplifier Schematic (Sheet 4 of 8)
(FOR REFERENCE ONLY)
400A NAV-O-MATIC TEST EQUIPMENT