 The MPRT-500 Multi Protocol Ramp Test Set is a
fully portable ramp test set that provides go-no-go verification of installed ACARS and
VDL Mode 2 (including AOA) avionics systems. The system is ideally suited for testing of
CNS/ATM installations. GNSS LAAS/GBAS (VDB) testing capability will be added as future
options.
By emulating a datalink ground station, the MPRT-500 confirms correct operation of the
aircraft's VDR and CMU / ATSU. Additional testing confirms that on-board communications
with flight deck displays, printers and other nominated peripherals are fully functional.
In addition to checking the serviceability of on-board systems, the MPRT checks and
reports on marginal performance of the aircraft VHF data-transceiver -
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VDR Susceptibility to: |
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Rx Frequency Offset |
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Rx Signal Dynamic Range |
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Rx Symbol Rate Offset |
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Rx Bit Rate Offset |
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Rx AM Mod% (MSK) |
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VDR Performance: |
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Tx Frequency Offset |
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Tx Power Level |
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Tx Symbol Rate Offset |
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Tx Bit Rate Offset |
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Tx AM Mod% (MSK) |
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Tx Distortion |
Specifications
The MPRT-500 Ramp Tester observes the requirements of the ICAO VDL SARPS and AEEC 618,
631, 750, 758 and complies with MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2.
| Transmit |
| Frequency Range |
129.125 to 136.975MHz (108 to 118MHz for VDB) |
| Channel Spacing |
25kHz |
| Unmodulated Carrier Output Power |
1mW |
| Modulation |
AM-MSK (ACARS) D8PSK (VDL, VDB) |
| Transmit Duty Cycle |
100% |
| Frequency Stability |
± 2ppm |
| Emissions and RF Mask |
Meets RTCA-224A and EuroCAE ED92A |
| Receive |
| Frequency Range |
118 to 137MHz (108 to 118MHz for VDB) |
| Channel Spacing |
25kHz |
| Sensitivity |
Uncorrected BER better than 10-3 over the input
signal level range of -98 to +10dBm |
| Burnout Protection |
No permanent damage with input signal of
+20dBm or less |
| Transmit Duty Cycle |
100% |
| Frequency Stability |
± 2ppm |
| Emissions and RF Mask |
Meets RTCA-224A and EUROCAE ED92A |
| General |
| Antenna |
Top Panel Mount - BNC |
| Environmental |
MIL-PRF-28800F Class 2 |
| Power Source |
Internal 15VDC Lithium Ion Battery 6.8AH |
| Battery Life |
4 hours min (from fully charged). |
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Battery Charge Indicator |
| Battery Charging |
12 - 30VDC source |
| Dimensions |
430 x 355 x 215 mm |
| Weight |
12 Kg |
ADS reserves the right to vary product specifications without notice |
