# ACSS Service Bulletin 7517900-34-6040

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Transmittal Information
ACSS Publication Number 8008229-001
ATA Service Bulletin 7517900-34-6040
NAVIGATION -
TRAFFIC ALERT AND COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM -
TCAS 2000 COMPUTER UNIT - Part No. 7517900-10003, -10004,
-10006, -10007, -10011, and Part No. 7517900-55003, -55004, -55006,
-55007, -55009, -55011, and Part No. 7517900-71003, -71004, -71006,
-71007, -71011 - Updates TCAS 2000 RT-950 / -951 Computer Unit to
Related Computer Unit, Part No. 7517900-10012, -55012, or -71012.
Installs New TCAS Operational Software, Part No. 9001049-005 to
Incorporate Updates to Interference Limiting Functionality with Changes to
TCAS Altitude.
EXPORT ADMINISTRATION REGULATIONS (EAR) NOTICE
This technical data is controlled under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) ECCN 7E994 and may not be
exported to a Foreign Person, either in the U.S. or abroad, without the proper authorization of the U.S. Department
of Commerce.
LEGAL NOTICE
This document and the information disclosed herein are proprietary data of Aviation Communication and
Surveillance Systems, LLC. Neither this document nor the information contained herein shall be reproduced, used
or disclosed to others without the written authorization of Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems, LLC.
This document is being furnished in confidence by Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems, LLC. The
information disclosed herein falls within exemption (b) (4), Freedom of Information Act, (5 USC 552), and the
prohibitions of the Disclosure of Confidential Information Generally (18 USC 1905).
Implementation of this software update described in this Service Bulletin involves changes to software. The
software required to effect this update is copyrighted by ACSS. License to use this software to perform the
modifications set forth in this Service Bulletin shall be granted by ACSS in accordance with terms and conditions to
be entered into between ACSS and the customer.
SUMMARY
This Service Bulletin gives instructions for the installation of new TCAS 2000 Product Software,
Part No. 9001049-005. Installation of this new Operational Software converts TCAS 2000
RT-950 / -951 Computer Units as shown below:
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SUMMARY (Cont.)
7517900 - 10003 or -10004 or -10006, -10007 or -10011  to  7517900-10012
7517900 -55003 or -55004 or -55006, or -55007 or -55009 or  7517900-55012
-55011  to
7517900 -71003 or -71004 or -71006 or -71007 or -71011  to  7517900-71012
Refer to Section 1.C on Page 5 for a list of the changes that are a part of new TCAS
Operational Software, Part No. 9001049-005.
NOTE: The work described in this Service Bulletin can be completed on board the aircraft or
on a TCAS 2000 Manual Test Station (MTS).
NOTE: Refer to Section 2.C, Table 4 on Page 13 for parts availability.
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REVISION HISTORY
Revisions to ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6040 (ACSS Pub. No. 8008229-001) are
summarized in Table 2 below.
Table 1. Service Bulletin Revisions
Revision  Date of Release
Initial Release  May 12, 2010
Release 1  September 30, 2010
Release 02  June 28, 2011
NOTE: This Service Bulletin obeys ASD-STE100 Simplified Technical English guidelines and
ATA iSpec2200 specifications, wherever practicable.
Table 2. Revisions Summary
Revision  Page  Change Made
1  VAR  Made minor changes to comply with current ACSS documentation
guidelines.
2, 6, 7, 21,  Modified text to make sure a Service Center with a TCAS 2000
27, 28  Manual Test Station can install software. Per ECR 012661.
5, 8, 21,  Removed Section L, "Documents Necessary to Complete This
Bulletin." This information is available in other sections of the Service
Bulletin or in the "Testing and Fault Isolation" section of the
Component Maintenance Manual (CMM). Removed other references
to test procedures/software that is included in the CMM. Referred
operators to the CMM. Per ECR 012661.
13  Updated Part Availability information.
02  VAR  Added Part No. 7517900-10011, -55011, and -71011 to the list of
effective part numbers.
Updated new part numbers as follows.
Was: New Part No. 7517900-10011, -55011, and -71011.
Now: New Part No. 7517900-10012, -55012, and -71012.
Updated new OP SW Part No. from 9001049-004 to Part No.
9001049-005.
5  Updated Section 1.A for effectivity. Updated Sections 1.C to include
information about the altitude input.
7  Updated Section 1.F for effectivity.
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Revision  Page  Change Made
02 (Cont)  9, 12  Updated Section 2, Material Information, and added Cost and
Availability and Industry Support Information.
13  Updated the Table 4 to include the new labels for -XX012.
24,25  Changed Section 3.F for Identification Labels to include instructions
for the new overlay label.
29  Updated Table 7 to include information for -XX012.
36,37  Replaced existing Figures for the Software Label and Overlay Label
with new Figure 9 and Figure 10.
38, 39  Updated Figure 11 and Figure 12 Product ID Labels information.
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1. PLANNING INFORMATION
A. Effectivity
Service Bulletin 8008229-001 (Pub. No. 7517900-34-6040) is applicable to TCAS
2000 RT-950/-951 Computer Unit, Part No. 7517900-10003, -10004, -10006, -10007,
-10011 and Part No. 7517900-55003, -55004, -55006, -55007, -55009, -55011, and
Part No. 7517900-71003, -71004, -71006, -71007, -71011.
B. Concurrent Requirements
If a TCAS 2000 Manual Test Station (MTS) is used to load the operational software,
one of the Service Bulletins that follow must be done before or in conjunction with this
Bulletin:
• ATE Bulletin Pub. No. 8008084-001 (ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6037)
for a PC with Windows NT operating system
or
• ATE Bulletin Pub. No. 8008369-001 (ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6043
for a PC with Windows XP operating system.
C. Reason
New Operational Software, Part No. 9001049-005 incorporates updates to the
Interference Limiting functionality. These updates improve tracking of nearby Mode-S
intruders in high density environments. Customers upgrading from older software
versions of TCAS will also gain the benefit of minor changes that have been
incorporated into later software releases. These changes include minor improvements
to the internal built-in-test operation to reduce nuisance faults and improve overall
reliability as well as minor enhancements to input/output signal processing to improve
This update also includes a correction to an issue on some installations whereby the
TCAS does not go into STBY mode (TCAS OFF) when the active transponder senses
an altitude mis-compare between 2 Gillham altitude inputs or other possible air data
failures. This potential issue is dependent on the altitude interface to the transponder
and the transponder used. The following helps describe systems with or without the
potential issue:
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Mode S Transponder  Altitude Interface to  the Transponder  Potential Issue
ACSS Part No. 7517800 with any dash  Gillham or ARINC 429  No
number
ACSS Part No. 7519350 with any dash  Gillham or ARINC  No
number  429
ACSS Part No. 7510700-850, -951, -  ARINC 429  No
952, -953
ACSS Part No 7510700-850, -951, -  Gillham  Yes
952, -953
Other Manufacturer's Mode S  Check with test  Any
Transponders  shown below.
TEST: To check for possible system issue, check for system response while
powered up and valid, then simulate invalid primary altitude to the active
transponder by pulling that altitude source's circuit breaker. The TCAS
display should change to TCAS OFF or TCAS FAIL (the exact annunciation
is dependent on the type of transponder and display involved - either
indication is acceptable as it indicates that the TCAS is no longer functional
in this situation).
The new modification updates the applicable TCAS 2000 RT-950/-951 Computer Unit
to Part No. 7517900-10012, -55012, or -71012.
D. Description
This Service Bulletin gives instructions for installing new Operational Software on
board the aircraft or by final Acceptance Test on a TCAS Manual Test Station (MTS).
This Service Bulletin also includes instructions for installing a new software tear-off
label on the front of the unit to identify the new dash number. The bulletin also gives
instructions for changing existing Honeywell labels to ACSS labels, if necessary.
NOTE: Some units have Product Identification labels made of metalized polyester
material. New tear-off labels are all made with white polyester. A mixture of
materials on an updated Product Identification Label is permitted.
When this software modification is done at an ACSS-Authorized Service Center, new
ACSS labels can be installed, if necessary.
E. Compliance
This Service Bulletin is highly recommended because it has an effect on aircraft safety.
This Service Bulletin has been written in support of a potential FAA Airworthiness
Directive. Do this conversion as soon as possible. The FAA Airworthiness Directive will
identify the compliance schedule.
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Revision 02: June 28, 2011  ACSS Publication No. 8008229-001
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F. Approval / Authorization Granted
The content of this Service Bulletin is reviewed and approved by the FAA.
This Service Bulletin includes the information that follows:
(1)  Gives TCAS 2000 unit modification instructions from the manufacturer.
(2)  Gives authorization for the installation and operation of the modified TCAS 2000
unit on board the aircraft as identified below:
Aircraft Previously Equipped With...  New Approved Part Nos.
7517900-10003, -10004, -10006, -10007, or -10011  to  7517900-10012
7517900-55003, -55004, -55006, -55007, -55009,  to  7517900-55012
or -55011
7517900-71003, -71004, -71006, -71007, or -71011  to  7517900-71012
After completing this FAA-approved modification, it is the responsibility of the aircraft
operator to get "Return to Service" authorization, if necessary, from the applicable
regulatory authorities.
G. Manpower
When the modification described in this Service Bulletin is done on board the aircraft,
approximately 0.5 work hours are necessary.
Approximately 0.5 work hours are necessary when a TCAS 2000 Manual Test Station
(MTS) is used to do the modification at a Service Center. Approximately 1.0 work
hours are necessary to complete Final Test of the unit using manual test procedures.
H. Weight and Balance
This modification does not change weight and balance.
I. Electrical Load Data
This modification does not change electrical load data.
J. Software Accomplishment Summary
Software is changed by this conversion/modification.
Work activities and processes described in this software update meet the
requirements of RTCA Document DO-178B, Software Considerations in Airborne
Systems and Equipment Certification.
Release Date: May 12, 2010  ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6040
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K. References
(1) Reference Documents
The document identified in Table 3 is for reference only and is not necessary to
implement this Service Bulletin. Subsequent revisions to this document are
permitted.
Table 3. Reference Documents
Document Number  Revision  Title
FAA Best Practices  22 Dec. 2000  Scrap or Salvageable Parts and Materials
Document
(2) Related Service Bulletins
None
L. Other Publications Affected
As a consequence of this Service Bulletin, ACSS will revise the documents in the list
that follows:
• The TCAS 2000 Computer Unit Component Maintenance Manual (CMM), Pub
No. A09-3841-002 (ATA No. 34-43-11)
• The TCAS 2000 Computer Unit, System Description and Installation Manual
(SDIM), ACSS Pub. No. A09-3841-001 (ATA No. 34-43-10).
The Airworthiness Analysis is not changed.
The Testing is not changed.
M. Interchangeability of Parts
This is not applicable to the changes outlined in the Service Bulletin.
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2. MATERIAL INFORMATION
A. Cost and Availability
(1)  Pricing and Availability
Equipment operators  Non-Authorized Service  Availability
Centers
Free of Charge (FOC)  $1,000 USD (2011)  30 days after receipt of
order
NOTE: For additional pricing information, refer to Section 2.B, Industry Support
Information, on Page 12.
(2) Placing an Order
Use a standard Purchase Order (PO) form, or complete the ACSS Service
Bulletin Materials Order Form (OA-009) shown on Page 11. To expedite your
order, include all of the information in the list that follows:
A Purchase Order Number
• Reference to this Service Bulletin:
ATA Part No. 7517900-34-6040 (ACSS Pub No. 8008229-001)
Aircraft Type
Unit Original Part Number
Unit Serial Number(s)
Price of modification for each unit
Part Number(s) being ordered (Refer to Table 4 on Page 13 for a list of part
numbers and order only those parts that are applicable to the unit to be
updated.)
• Quantity ordered
• Bill-to address/instructions
• Ship-to address/instructions
• Freight carrier Account number and special shipping instructions
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When ordering software and/or parts, send Purchase Orders to:
Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS)
Attn: Customer Order Administration
19810 N. 7"h Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85027-4741 USA
Phone: (623) 445-7040
Fax: (623) 445-7004
or e-mail: acss.orderadmin@)-3com.com
NOTE:  All orders are subject to a standard lead time of 2 weeks to give
sufficient time for documentation validation and order preparation.
When sending units to an ACSS Service Center, send Purchase Orders to:
Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS)
Attn: Customer Order Administration
19810 N. 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85027-4741 USA
Phone: (623) 445-7030
Fax: (623) 445-7002
or e-mail: acss.phxrepair@L-3com.com
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MATERIALS ORDER FORM
To secure the rights to use ACSS software, ACSS requires the completion of a Software License Agreement and Appendix. If a
current Software License Agreement exists with ACSS, the customer is only required to sign an Appendix to the Agreement for
the software being ordered. Based on the information in this order form, ACSS Order Administration will complete the Appendix
and/or the Software License Agreement and forward it to the customer for signatures.
The Software License Agreement, or Appendix, must be signed and received by ACSS prior to shipment of the order.
ALL of the following information MUST be completed for ACSS to quickly and efficiently process this software order.
Customer Name  * Customer Purchase Order Number  Date
Unit Original Part Number  Customer Contact Name  Customer Contact Email Address
A/C Type  Applicable ACSS Service Bulletin Pub. No.  Price of Modification for each Unit
Unit Serial Number(s) Attach additional sheets as necessary to list all of the serial numbers being updated by this software order.
* This completed form can be used as the formal Purchase Order (PO) or can be used as an information sheet attached to the PO.
PARTS BEING ORDERED (as listed in the applicable Service Bulletin section, 'Material Necessary for Each Component')
Part Number  Description  Quantity
NOTE: Each Compact Flash Card/Diskette can perform an unlimited number of upgrades. Please order a minimum quantity to meet your needs.
BILL TO ADDRESS  SHIP TO ADDRESS
Freight Carrier and Account Number  Special Shipping Instructions
SUBMIT THIS ORDER TO: Aviation Communication and Surveillance Systems (ACSS), LLC
Attn: Customer Order Administration
19810 North 7th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85027-4741, USA
Phone: 623.445.7040
Fax: 623.445.7004
Email: acss.orderadmin@L-3com.com
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Revision 02: June 28, 2011  ACSS Publication No. 8008229-001
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B. Industry Support Information
ACSS will not reimburse labor hours for integration of this conversion/modification.
ACSS's on-line electronic system gives customers access to a variety of
product-related publications. Service Bulletins and Technical Newsletters are available
at the ACSS Customer Services web site. Go to:
http://www.acsscustomerservices.com/CustomerServices.
(1)  Modification at an ACSS-Authorized Repair Station:
This Service Bulletin will be done at no cost (FOC) to the Operator.
Pricing for this Service Bulletin is applicable to those customers who use on-
board data loading or their own shop procedures to complete this upgrade.
If this upgrade is not installed on the aircraft, a shop Bench Test Fee is
applicable for all units sent to ACSS for this Software upgrade.
(2) Modification by an Equipment Operator:
For equipment under warranty, ACSS will reimburse the operator for the
cost of parts and labor needed to complete this Service Bulletin upon
receipt of a valid warranty claim and subject to the Terms and Conditions of
the applicable Product Support Agreement.
or
b)  For equipment out of warranty, the Operator is responsible for the cost of
parts, and labor hours will not be reimbursed. For Cost and Availability,
refer to Section 2.A on Page 9.
(3) Modification at a Non-Authorized Service Center:
Non-Authorized Service Centers are responsible for the entire cost of the Service
Bulletin. For Cost and Availability, refer to Section 2.A on Page 9.
NOTE: 1. A shop Bench Test Fee is applicable for those units sent to ACSS for
this Software upgrade and will be based on current catalog pricing.
NOTE: 2.  Other repairs will be quoted separately. Please speak or write to an
ACSS Customer Order Administrator and request scheduling information
before sending a unit for repair or modification.
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Revision 02: June 28, 2011  ACSS Publication No. 8008229-001
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C. Material Necessary for Each Component
(1) Material to be Purchased
The items identified in Table 4 below are necessary to complete this Service
Bulletin.
Table 4. Material to Be Purchased
New  Old  Instructions/  Parts
Part Number  Name  Part Number  Qty.  Disposition  Availability
New TCAS 2000 Operational  Refer to Table 7  1  1, 2, 3  September
9001049-005  Software  on Page 29  2011
ACSS Modification Labels, if necessary
7000037-908  TCAS 2000 6MCU
Product Signature Plate  7000037-208
or  TCAS 2000 4MCU  (for -10012 units)  1  1, 2, 3, 4  Immediately  Available
7000037-907  Product Signature Plate  7000037-207
(for -55011 or -71012 units)
White Polyester Product Identification Overlay Labels
9000264-523  TCAS 2000 6MCU
LABEL OVERLAY
or  (for - 10012 units)  Available
9000264-524  TCAS 2000 4MCU  N/A  A/N  1, 2, 3, 4  Immediately
LABEL OVERLAY
(for -55012 or -71012 units)
A/N = As Necessary
INSTRUCTIONS/DISPOSITION
1. For correct disposal of used parts, refer to FAA Best Practices document, Scrap or Salvageable
Parts and Materials, local regulatory agency, or local Repair Station policy.
2. Make sure quantities are correct and verifiable.
3. Include a full list of serial numbers to make sure you receive the correct identification plates.
4. Choose this item only when this Service Bulletin is done onboard the aircraft.
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(2) Material Supplied by the Operator
WARNING
BEFORE USING A MATERIAL, REFER TO THE
MANUFACTURER'S MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS FOR
SAFETY INFORMATION. SOME MATERIALS CAN BE
DANGEROUS.
CAUTION
DO NOT USE MATERIALS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT TO
MATERIALS SPECIFIED BY ACSS. MATERIALS THAT ARE NOT
EQUIVALENT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT AND
CAN VOID ANY WARRANTY.
The items identified in Table 5 below are commercially available. Do not order
them as part of this Service Bulletin. Equivalent alternatives are permitted for
items in the table.
Table 5. Operator Supplied Material
Part/Specification Number  Qty.  Keyword
HAZARD CODE 130D  A/N  Solvent, isopropyl alcohol (99%) - Optional
source
HAZARD CODE 203B  A/N  Ink, black marking, dye-based marker. No.
33003 Marker, Action, 33 Fine.
ITW Dymon, Olathe KS (CAGE 1QZC4)
A/N = As Necessary
D. Material Necessary for Each Spare
Same as Section 2.C, Material Necessary for Each Component.
E. Re-identified Parts
This reference is not applicable.
F. Tooling - Price and Availability
The items identified in Table 6 below are necessary to do the procedures in this
Bulletin. Equivalent alternatives are permitted for items in the table. If the work
described in this Service Bulletin is done at an Authorized Service Center, also refer to
the TCAS 2000 Computer Unit Component Maintenance Manual (CMM), Pub No.
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Table 6. Tooling
Product Software Loading Onboard the Aircraft
Part/Specification Number  Qty.  Description
Various  1  ARINC 615 Portable Data Loader (PDL)
(Refer to Note 2)
200F-00083  1  TCAS 2000 SW Validation Cable Adapter
Method 3-Standalone PC With TCAS Software Part Number Tool
Part/Specification Number  Qty.  Description
Operator-supplied  1  Stand-alone PC (Windows based)
9000727-002  1  TCAS Software Part Number Tool
RS-232  1  PC Interface Cable
OR
Method 4 - TCAS Software Verification Fixture
Part/Specification Number  Qty.  Description
T326948-901  1  Software Verification Fixture
(Refer to Note 1)
200F-00084  Adapter Cable
OR
Method 5 - Remote Connected VSI/TRA
Part/Specification Number  Qty.  Description
200F-00083  1  Cable Adapter
A/N = As Necessary
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NOTES:
1. The Software Verification Fixture is available from ACSS. Speak or write to an ACSS Customer
Order Administrator for more information. Refer to Section 2.A(2) on Page 9.
2. The four portable data loaders (PDL) in the list below were tested and found to be satisfactory
for installation of TCAS operational software onboard the aircraft or on a bench system:
3.5' Floppy Drive-based Systems:
• DEMO Systems - Part No. 30100 (Revision A and later versions).
• Teledyne - Part No. 2230915-01-D
• SFIM - Part No. YV68A110
Multiple Data Distribution Systems
• Teledyne Controls - Portable Maintenance Access Terminal 2000° (PMAT 2000®) Part No.
80000-05
Other part numbers from these suppliers and ARINC 615 data loaders from other manufacturers
can complete the task successfully but ACSS cannot vouch for their usability.
3. Customers can also use an Airborne Data Loader (ADL) or Maintenance Access Terminal
(MAT) to complete this upgrade but it is their responsibility to make sure that the load works
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3. ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS
A. General Information
CAUTION
ALL DISASSEMBLY AND MODIFICATION PROCEDURES
MUST BE COMPLETED AT AN ANTISTATIC WORKSTATION.
REFER TO ESTABLISHED ANTISTATIC PROCEDURES.
CAUTION
THIS EQUIPMENT CONTAINS MOISTURE SENSITIVE
PARTS. SPECIAL HANDLING IS NECESSARY.
NOTE: 1. The Paragraph, Item, Table, and/or Figure numbers referred to in this
Service Bulletin can be found in one or other of the two manuals that
follow:
TCAS 2000 Computer Unit Component Maintenance Manual
(CMM), ACSS Pub. No. A09-3841-002 (ATA No. 34-43-11)
TCAS 2000 System Description and Installation Manual
(SDIM), Pub. No. A09-3841-001 (ATA No. 34-43-10).
NOTE: 2. Before doing the work in this Service Bulletin, make sure you can read
the TCAS 2000 RT-950/-951 Computer Unit software part number
from a maintenance connection.
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B. Preparation
(1) Choose an Implementation Method.
Before continuing with the software upgrade, refer to the decision chart shown in
Figure 1 on Page 31 and choose a method for implementing the TCAS Software
Upgrade.
(2) Examine the current TCAS Product Software Part Number.
Before starting this TCAS Software upgrade, use one of the Methods below to
make sure you can read the current TCAS Product Software part number and
that it is correct.
For a list of Software part numbers, refer to Table 7 on Page 29 of this Bulletin.
CAUTION
THE AIRCRAFT MUST HAVE GEAR DOWN AND "WEIGHT
ON WHEELSi DURING VERIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT
SOFTWARE PART NUMBER OR WHILE REPROGRAMMING
THE TCAS COMPUTER UNIT ONBOARD THE AIRCRAFT.
CAUTION
DO NOT START A TCAS SYSTEM POWER CYCLE WHILE
YOU ARE REPROGRAMMING THE COMPUTER UNIT. THIS
CAN CAUSE A PROGRAMMING FAILURE.
Method 1
Installed VSI/TRA display or EFIS System with Expanded Test Capability.
NOTE: Access to Extended Test Mode is available only on the ground with the
transponder in standby mode.
The specified aircraft configuration must include a cockpit-initiated self-test that
starts when the TCAS TEST switch is pushed and held for 8-seconds.
Use the extended test mode menu to show the System Status Page code
0000. Refer to the FAULT ISOLATION section of the TCAS 2000 System
Description and Installation Manual, ACSS Pub A09-3841-001 (ATA No.
34-43-10).
Examine the displayed software part number to make sure it is correct.
Refer to Table 7 on Page 29 for a list of correct part numbers.
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Method 2
CFDS (Central Fault Display System) or CMC (Central Maintenance Computer)
type maintenance programs.
NOTE: Fault data is available only when the aircraft is on the ground.
If the aircraft is equipped with an OMS (Onboard Maintenance System),
you can use the aircraft's CFDS or CMC to show fault information that
includes the current version of the operating software. Use the aircraft-
specific AMM (Aircraft Maintenance Manual) and refer to the OMS program.
b) Make sure the displayed software part number is correct. Refer to Table 7
on Page 29 for a list of correct part numbers.
Method 3
Stand-alone PC with an installed TCAS Software Part Number Tool, Part No.
9000727-002, and an RS-232 cable connection.
Procure TCAS Software Part Number Tool, Part No. 9000727-002. Refer to
Table 6, Tooling, on Page 15.
Procure or assemble an RS-232 cable. See Figure 3 on Page 32.
Stop the PC.
d)  Remove power from the TCAS 2000 Computer Unit.
e)  Connect the RS-232 cable from the PC (9-pin connector) to the J1 front
connector on the TCAS 2000 Computer.
†)  Apply power to the TCAS 2000 Computer.
Start the PC and Microsoft Windows operation.
h)  On the PC, go to Start => Programs => TCAS SW PN TOOL and double-
click "TCAS Part Number". See Figure 2 on Page 32.
i)  Examine the TCAS software part number to make sure it is correct. Refer to
Table 7 on Page 29 for a list of correct part numbers.
NOTE: The PC S/W P/N Tool can show a "@" symbol at the end of the
TCAS software part number.
Stop the PC.
k)  Remove power from the TCAS 2000 Computer.
Disconnect the RS-232 cable from the J1 front connector on TCAS 2000
Computer.
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Method 4
TCAS Software Verification Fixture, Part No. T326948-901, and related adapter
cable, Part No. 200F-00084.
For this verification option, the TCAS Computer must be energized by 115 Vac
aircraft power.
Procure Software Verification Fixture, Part No. T326948-901, with related
adapter cable, Part No. 200F-00084. See Figure 4 on Page 33.
Remove power to the TCAS 2000 Computer.
Connect the adapter cable from the TCAS 2000 Computer to the Software
Verification Fixture. See Figure 4 on Page 33 for correct connection.
Apply power to the TCAS 2000 Computer.
Push the button to start the Software Verification Fixture. Make sure that
you can read the software part number in the 15-digit display and that the
number agrees with the applicable part number in Table 7 on Page 29.
Complete a TCAS system self-test and make sure that theiTCAS TEST
PASS" message comes on.
NOTE: A TCAS TEST FAIL message will show if power is removed from
an LRU that supplies inputs to the TCAS 2000 Computer.
If the software part number does not show on the display, repeat Steps b)
thru f) one more time. If the Part Number does not show again, use an
alternative Software Verification Method from this section.
Method 5
Software Verification with a remote VSI/TRA display only.
On some aircraft, you can use a remotely-connected VSI/TRA, Part No.
4067241-843, -844, -845, -860, -861, -862, -880, -881, -882, -890, -891, or -892,
to do a check of the software during extended test mode. Adapter cable, Part No.
200F-00083, connects the VSI/TRA to the J1 connector on the TCAS 2000
Computer. See Figure 5 on Page 33.
NOTE:
1. The external VSI method will not work if pin RMP 12C (Honeywell BCA
EFIS output format) is grounded as part of the aircraft installation.
2. The specified aircraft configuration must include a cockpit-initiated
self-test that starts when you push the TCAS switch and hold it for
8-seconds.
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3. A CMC/CFDS-initiated self-test does not let the self-test discrete stay
grounded for 8 seconds. Thus, you cannot start extended self-test from
these devices. Extended self-test is available only with some approved
TCAS control panels.
a)  Push and hold the self-test button on the controller for a minimum of 8
seconds.
b)  Make sure the software part number is correct. Refer to Table 7 on Page
29 for a list of correct part numbers.
Method 6
(Service Center only) An upgraded TCAS 2000 Manual Test Station (MTS) with
the correct Manufacturing Test Software installed.
Refer to the TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION section of TCAS 2000 Computer
Unit Component Maintenance Manual (CMM), ACSS Pub. No. A09-3841-002
(ATA No. 34-43-11) for test procedure information.
C. Disassembly
No disassembly necessary.
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D. Modification Procedures - Onboard the Aircraft or On a Bench System
The procedure that follows uses an ARINC 615 Portable Data Loader (PDL) installed
on the Aircraft or Bench System to upload new TCAS Product Software, Part No.
9001049-005, to the TCAS 2000 Computer Unit. This procedure is for cockpit systems
NOTE: Before doing the work in this Service Bulletin, make sure you can read the
new software part number installed in the TCAS 2000 Computer from a
maintenance connection.
(1)  Procure an ARINC 615 (PDL) and the applicable interface cable. Refer to
Table 6, Tooling, on Page 15 for information on recommended PDLs.
(2)  Procure TCAS Product Software, Part No. 9001049-005.
(3) Make sure that the system inputs for AIR/GROUND (RMP-5K) and
GEAR UP/DOWN (RMP-13F) are grounded
(4)  Stop the PDL and remove power from the TCAS Computer.
(5)  Connect the cable between the PDL and the J1 front connector on the TCAS
Computer Unit.
(6) Apply power to the TCAS Computer.
(7)  Start the PDL.
(8)  Put Product Software Disk 1 into the PDL or refer to and use the applicable
instructions on the PDL.
(9)  When the PDL shows that the upload is successful, remove Disk 1 and repeat
Step (8) for Disks 2 and Disk 3.
NOTE:  If the upload is not successful, contact the ACSS Customer Response
Center (CRC) at +1 (623) 445-7070 and select Option 3.
(10) Wait a minimum of 20 seconds after Disk 3 upload is complete.
(11) Stop the PDL, remove power from the TCAS Computer, and disconnect the
interface cable.
(12) Complete a self-test to make sure that the TCAS system is fully operational.
a)  Apply power to the TCAS Computer.
Push the "Push to Test" button on the front panel.
The green LED indicator on the front panel illuminates at the end of the test
cycle (approximately 8 seconds) to show that the TCAS Computer is
functional.
NOTE:  If a "TCAS TEST FAIL" message comes on, do a check to make sure all
LRUs that supply inputs to the TCAS 2000 Computer are powered on.
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E. Return to Service
Complete a return-to-service test to make sure all system parameters are fully
functional. Use approved methods found in the TCAS 2000 System Description and
Installation Manual (SDIM), Pub. No. A09-3841-001 (ATA No. 34-43-10), or in the
applicable aircraft maintenance manual (AMM), or use the system self-test procedure
that follows:
(1) Short Test Mode
a)  Push and hold the TEST button/switch on the ATC/TCAS controller to start
the test.
b)  When the test mode becomes active, the spoken words "TCAS TEST" are
transmitted one time and the TCAS test pattern, RA indications, and a
"TAS TEST" message show on the applicable display.
When the test completes (approximately 8 seconds), the TCAS system
transmits the spoken words "TCAS TEST PASS" one time and removes the
TCAS test pattern from the display(s).
NOTE:  If the test is not successful, the spoken words "TCAS TEST FAIL" are
transmitted one time and the "TCAS FAIL" message shows on the
applicable display. Refer to the TCAS 2000 SDIM and complete a
TCAS Computer self-test to identify which LRU or subsystem is not
operating correctly.
(2)  Software Part Number Verification
Use the same Method you used in Section 3.B(2). Make sure the new
Operational Software Part Number matches the number listed in Table 7 on
Page 29.
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F. Identification Label Update - On Board the Aircraft or On a Bench System
WARNING
WHEN HANDLING SOLVENTS, MAKE SURE THERE IS
SUFFICIENT VENTILATION IN THE WORK AREA. USE
APPLICABLE PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT INHALATION OF
VAPORS AND EXPOSURE OF FUMES TO FLAME.
After you are sure that installation of the new product software was successful, use the
applicable procedure below to update the identification label(s) on the TCAS 2000
Computer Unit. Refer to Table 4 on Page 13 for a list of applicable labels.
(1)  Examine the Product Signature Plate on the front of the unit at the top center.
Figure 6 on Page 34 shows label locations on a TCAS 2000 front panel.
• When the manufacturer's name on the label is "HONEYWELL", go to Step (2)
below, for more instructions. See Figure 7 and Figure 8 on Page 35 for
reterence.
• When the manufacturer's name on the label is "ACSS", go to Step 3.F(3) on
Page 26 for more inspection instructions.
(2) HONEYWELL LABELED UNITS ONLY
a)  If necessary, replace the Product Signature Plate
1) Identify the Honeywell Product Signature Plate. See Figure 7 on
Page 35.
2) Procure new ACSS Product Signature Plate, Part Number 7000037-907
(-55012 and -71012) or 7000037-908 (-10012). See Figure 8 on
Page 35.
3) Use a utility knife to carefully remove the obsolete Product Signature
Plate but do not discard.
4) Clean the area with isopropyl alcohol.
5) When the area is dry, install the new ACSS Product Signature Plate in
the same location as the plate removed in Step 3) above.
6) Keep the plate you removed and refer to local repair station policy for
correct disposal instructions.
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b)  Install the ACSS Product Identification Overlay Label
1) Procure ACSS Product ID Overlay Label, Part No. 9000264-523
(RT-950 6MCU) or 9000264-524 (RT-951 4MCU). See Figure 10 on
Page 37.
2) Examine the area of the new label that usually includes the serial
number, weight, and inspection information.
3) Carefully pick up a corner of the cutout and remove it from the label
backing. Discard the cutout. See Figure 10 on Page 37.
NOTE: Before installing the new label, do a visual check of the label on
the unit to make sure that you can read the serial number, weight,
date and inspector number information after the new label is
installed and that no part of the new label will obscure this data.
4) Use the steps that follow to prepare the surface for installation of the
new label:
(a) If other overlay labels were added to update the obsolete label,
use a sharp utility knife or razor blade to carefully remove the
superfluous layers. See Figure 9 on Page 36 for possible
locations.
(b) Carefully clean the surface of the Identification Label with
isopropyl alcohol to remove dirt and all remaining adhesive.
(c) Give the surface area sufficient time to dry.
5) Remove the new label from its backing.
6) Carefully install the new label on top of the Honeywell Label. Make sure
that the location of the cutout lets you read the serial number, weight,
date and inspector number information.
NOTE: Do not put a mark on or conceal the Mod Letters on the new SW
Mod status table.
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(3) ACSS LABELED UNITS ONLY
Examine the Product Identification Label and do one of the steps that
1) If the label is a rebranded Honeywell/ACSS label (i.e., an original
Honeywell label with an ACSS logo overlay), go to Step 3.F(2)b) on
Page 24 to change the ACSS Product Identification Overlay Label only.
See Figure 9 on Page 36 for correct identification of a rebranded Label
with an ACSS Logo Overlay.
2) If the label is an ACSS-only label, continue to Step 3.F(3)b).
b)  Procure new ACSS Product Identification Overlay Label, Part No.
9000264-523, (6MCU) or 9000264-524 (4MCU).
NOTE: You will only need to use the software tear-off part of the label.
NOTE: Some units have Product Identification labels made of metalized
polyester material. New tear-off labels are all made with white
polyester. A mixture of materials on an updated Product
Identification Label is permitted.
c)  Make sure that the new label shows the new software number"-XX012"
and new TSO designation, TSO C119b.
a)  Carefully remove only the bottom (software) part of the existing LRU
Product Identification Label (do not discard).
Carefully clean the LRU software label area with isopropyl alcohol and give
the surface sufficient time to dry.
f)  Remove only the software part of the new Product Identification Overlay
Label from its backing. Discard the top part of the label. See Figure 10 on
Page 37.
g)  Install the new software part of the Product Identification Overlay Label in
the same location as the label you removed.
On the top part of the Product Identification label, find the TSO information.
Make sure TSO C119b is visible. Use an indelible black ink marker to fully
conceal all other TSO, JTSO, or ETSO designations. See Figure 11
(6MCU) or Figure 12 (4MCU) on Page 39.
1)  Keep the label you removed and refer to local repair station policy for
correct disposal procedures.
NOTE: Do not put a mark on or obscure the Mod Letters on the new SW Mod
status table.
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G. Modification Procedures - With a TCAS 2000 MTS at a Service Center.
A Service Center that has a TCAS 2000 Manual Test Station (MTS) can use the
instructions that follow to install the new Product Software:
Complete a Final Test to make sure all system parameters are fully functional.
Refer to the TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION section of TCAS 2000 Computer
Unit Component Maintenance Manual (CMM), ACSS Pub. No. A09-3841-002
(ATA No. 34-43-11) for test procedure information.
During functional testing, use the procedures and instructions in Appendix A of
the Integrated Test Specification (IT7517900) to load Product Software, Part No.
9001049-005.
(3) After software loading is complete, use the steps that follow to make sure that the
new software Part Number installed correctly.
a) Click on Applications to pull down the menu.
b) Choose Software P/N.
c) Make sure that the new Operational Software Part Number displayed
matches the new number listed in the "After Modification" part of Table 7
on Page 29.
d) Click Exit to exit the application.
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H. Identification Label Update - At an Authorized Service Center
WARNING
WHEN HANDLING SOLVENTS, MAKE SURE THERE IS
SUFFICIENT VENTILATION IN THE WORK AREA. USE
APPLICABLE PRECAUTIONS TO PREVENT INHALATION OF
VAPORS AND EXPOSURE OF FUMES TO FLAME.
If the work described in this Service Bulletin is done at an ACSS-Authorized Service
Center, the full Product Identification Label can be replaced.
NOTE: Full Product Identification Labels can only be installed at an ACSS-
Authorized Service Center. All other Service Centers must use the
instructions in Section 3.F (Identification Label Update - On Board the
Aircraft or On a Bench System) on Page 24 to update the Product
Identification Labels.
Identify and examine the Identification Labels on the front of the TCAS 2000 Computer
Unit. Choose one of the steps below to replace the Product Signature Plate (if
necessary) and the Product Identification Label.
(1)  If the manufacturer's name on the Product Signature Plate is "Honeywell," use
ACSS Service Bulletin, Pub. No. 8002822-001 (ATA 7517900-34-0007) to
replace the Product Signature Plate and the entire Product Identification Label
with the applicable ACSS labels.
(2) If the manufacturer's name on the label is "ACSS," and there is no 2D barcode
on the label, use ACSS Service Bulletin, Pub. No. 8002822-001 (ATA
7517900-34-0007) to replace the entire Product Identification Label with the
applicable ACSS label. See Figure 11 on Page 38 for reference.
If the manufacturer's name on the label is "ACSS" and the label includes a 2D
barcode, use ACSS Service Bulletin, Pub. No. 8007333-001 (ATA No.
7517900-34-0020) to replace the entire Product Identification Label with the new
ACSS 2D barcode label. See Figure 12 on Page 39 for an example.
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Table 7. Viewable Software Configuration
Before and After Software Update
Software Part Number (Installed Before Upgrade)
End Item  Mod  Software Part No.  Displayed OP SW Part Number
7517900-10003
or
7517900-55003  PS4084561-904  3415-HNP-02B-04
or
7517900-71003
7517900-10003
or
7517900-55003  B  9000713-001  9000713-001
or
7517900-71003
7517900-10004
or
7517900-55004  PS4084561-911  3417-HNP-02B-06
or
7517900-71004
7517900-10004
or
7517900-55004  A  PS4084561-912  3416-HNP-02B-07
or
7517900-71004
7517900-10004
or
7517900-55004  B  9000712-001  3418-HNP-02B-09
or
7517900-71004
7517900-55004  C  9000712-002  3476-LTZ-200-01
7517900-10006
or
7517900-55006  9000378-003  9000378-003
or
7517900-71006
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Table 7 (Cont.)
Software Part Number (Installed Before Upgrade)
End Item  Mod  Software Part No.  Displayed OP SW Part Number
7517900-10007
or
7517900-55007  9000714-001  9000714-001
or
7517900-71007
7517900-55007  A  9000714-002  9000714-002
7517900-55009  9000716-001  9000716-001
7517900-10011
or
7517900-55011  9001049-004  3473-LTZ-200-04
or
7517900-71011
Software Part Number (Installed After this Modification)
End Item  Mod  Software Part No.  Displayed OP SW Part Number
7517900-10012
or
7517900-55012  9001049-005  3472-LTZ-200-05
or
7517900-71012
NOTE: 1.  If you use Method 3 (Stand-alone PC with an installed TCAS Software Part
Number Tool) to read the Software Part Number, an "@" symbol will show
after the number.
NOTE: 2.  TCAS 2000 Product Software released after the release of Part No.
9001049-005 is not included in Table 7 above.
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Decision Flow if updating TCAS 2000 Operational
Software onboard the aircraft is an option
No  No
Does the aircraft  Obtain a PDL
have an ADL?
Yes  Yes
Can you read the TCAS
OP software Part No.  on aircraft?  No  Obtain PC program and  make RS-232 cable  No
Yes  Yes
Update Unit On Board Aircraft  Update completed at Service Center
Read current TCAS OP software  Send unit to Service
part number if available  Center for update
on cockpit system
Service Center updates
Upload new software using  and retums unit
ADL or PDL
Install updated unit in aircraft
Was the software upload
successful?
No
Yes
Verify upload by
reading new software Part No  Contact
ACSS Customer
Response Center
Perform system Retum-to-Service  +1 623-445-7070
(Option 3)
Install new software Part No. label
or mark Mod on TCAS unit
Customer completes aircraft certification documentation update with authorities
Figure 1. Decision Chart, TCAS 2000 Computer
(On board the Aircraft or by returning to a Service Center)
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Te TCAS Software Part Number Tool, 9000727-003  • ×
TCAS Software Part Number  - Get PN From
9000714-001  • ITCAS
Transponder
Press the 'Quit' button to exit
Help  Get Part Number  Quit
Figure 2. Example of a Typical TCAS Software
Part Number Tool Dialog Box
53 PIN  9 PIN "D"
10' MAX
TCAS 2000  9 PIN
53 PIN  "D"
MALE  FEMALE
TX  BLACK  < 3
RX  WHITE
< 2
49 -  GND  SHIELD  < 5
Figure 3. RS232 Cable
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MOUNTING
CONNECTOR  TRAY
(ARINC 615)
PRODUCT SOFTWARE
PART NUMBER DISPLAY
TCAS
2000
T  cU
ADAPTER CABLE
SOFTWARE  (P/N 200F-00084)
VERIFICATION FIXTURE
(T326948-901)
31-PIN MATING  53-PIN MATING
CONNECTOR  CONNECTOR
(ARINC 615)
Figure 4. Software Verification Fixture-to TCAS 2000 Computer Interconnect
J1  MOUNTING
CONNECTOR  TRAY
(ARINC 615)
VSI/TRA
4067241-843-844
-845 -860  TCAS
-861 -862  2000
-880 -881  cU
-882 -890
-891 -892
ADAPTER CABLE
(P/N 200F-00083)
41-PIN MATING  53-PIN MATING
CONNECTOR  CONNECTOR
(ARINC 615)
Figure 5. Remote VSI/TRA Interconnect for Viewing Extended Test Mode
and Verifying Software Part Number
Release Date: May 12, 2010  ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6040
Revision 02: June 28, 2011  ACSS Publication No. 8008229-001
Copyright 2011
Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems, LLC
19810 North 7"h Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027-4741
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* hales company ions  ACSS®
Service Bulletin
Product Signature Plate
"SELE TEST"  PASS O ODI SP
TCAS O  FAIL  DISP
ANT O OALT  LED Panel
Product Identification  ANT O OXES
Label  HDG O O ATT
DATA LOADER  PUSH
°TEST  Push to Test Button
Software Modification
Table
J1 Connector
Figure 6. TCAS 2000 Front Panel with
ACSS Identification Label Locations
Release Date: May 12, 2010  ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6040
Revision 02: June 28, 2011  ACSS Publication No. 8008229-001
Copyright 2011
Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems, LLC
19810 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027-4741
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ACSS®
a hakes Compang tons
Service Bulletin
Line 1: RT-950 or RT-951
Line 2: TCAS
Line 3: COMPUTER UNIT
- - .
Honeywell
Figure 7. Honeywell Product Signature Plate, Part No. 7000037-207 or -208
Line 1: RT-950 or RT-951
Line 2: TCAS
Line 3: COMPUTER UNIT
ACSS™
Figure 8. ACSS Product Signature Plate, Part No. 7000037-907 or -908
Release Date: May 12, 2010  ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6040
Revision 02: June 28, 2011  ACSS Publication No. 8008229-001
Copyright 2011
Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems, LLO
19810 North 7" Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027-474
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ACSS®  & Thales Company on.
Service Bulletin
Before
ACSS  Phoanix, AZ USA  RT - 950  installing the
new ACSS
TCAS COMPUTER  Overlay Label,
remove this
HARDWARE  SOFTWARE  layer.
P/N .  7517900- 10 003  DO  - 178B
LEVEL B
S/N  99031801  S/W MOD
WT  15.3  Lbs  G H
N P  RIS
DATE
29346  Before
0399  AC  AD  installing the
Make sure S/N,  new ACSS
WT, and  Overlay Label,
Inspection  DO- 160C ENV CAT (A2F2]YBB[CLMY]  remove this
Information is not  [E]XXXXXZ[EBZ]A|EZ]ZZA}E}XX  AL AV  layer.
obscured when the
new overlay label
is installed.  FCC ID GB8RT - 950  H/W MOD
G  NPRS TU
AG  AJ
AWAY
Figure 9. Example of Composite Label Updated
from Honeywell Nomenclature to ACSS Nomenclature
Release Date: May 12, 2010  ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6040
Revision 02: June 28, 2011  ACSS Publication No. 8008229-001
Copyright 2011
Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems, LLC
19810 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027-4741
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ACSS®
Service Bulletin
Make sure  ACSS
Serial
Number,  TCAS COMPUTER
Weight, and  Inspection  7517900
Information is  Environmental
not obscured.  and TSO
information
FCC ID P8CRT-950  Before installing a
new SW Label,
make sure that the
This is the  printed dash
of the label.  Software part  MFR 1WYD3  number is -XX012,  where -XX is -10,
Use only this  -55, or -71.
part to
update an  HARDWARE MOD
ACSS label.  ABCDEFGHJKLMNPRSTU
PNR 7517900-1  MADE IN USA
Make sure that
TSO C119b
shows on the
label
GHJKLM  PRSTU
19810 N 7th Ave Phoenix, AZ USA
Figure 10. Example of an ACSS Product Identification Overlay Label
Release Date: May 12, 2010  ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6040
Revision 02: June 28, 2011  ACSS Publication No. 8008229-001
Copyright 2011
Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems, LLC
19810 North 7" Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027-4741
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ACSS®
& Thales company tons
Service Bulletin
ACSS
TCAS COMPUTER  Use an indelible
7517900  black pen to fully  conceal the
WT  Lbs  DO-160C ENV CAT[A2F2]YBB[CLMY]  JTSO and ETSO
information. If the
DATE  INSP.#  TSO-C1196 4  TSO is not
J700-01400  C119b, conceal
the TSO
FCC ID PBCRT-950  information also.
Remove the  MFR 1WYD3
SW part of the  Install only the
Product ID  SW part of the
Label only.  SER :  Product ID
Overlay Label in
this location.
HARDWARE MOD
ABCDEFGHJ KLMNPRSTU
PNR 7517900-:
DO-178B LEVEL B SOFTWARE MOD
ABCDEFGHJKLMNPRSTU
19810 N 7th Ave Phoenix, AZ USA
Figure 11. Example of an ACSS TCAS 2000 Product ID
Label With No 2D Bar Code
Release Date: May 12, 2010  ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6040
Revision 02: June 28, 2011  ACSS Publication No. 8008229-001
Copyright 2011
Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems, LLC
19810 North 7" Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027-4741
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ACSS®
4 hales comparations
Service Bulletin
ACSS  Use an indelible
TCAS COMPUTER  conceal the JTSO  black pen to fully
7517900  and ETSO  information. If the
WT  Lbs  DO-160C ENV CAT[A2F2]YBB[CLMY]  TSO is NOT
C119b, conceal
DATE INSP.#  TSO-C119b A  the TSO
5500-04406  information also.
FCC ID PBCRT-950
Remove the
SW part of the  MFR 1WYD3
Product ID
Overlay Label
only.  2D bar code
SER
HARDWARE MOD
ABCDEFGHJKLMN PRSTU
PNR 7517900-:  Install only the
SW part of the
Product ID
DO-178B LEVEL B SOFTWARE MOD  Overlay Label in
this location.
ABCDEFGHJKLMNPRSTU
19810 N 7th Ave Phoenix, AZ USA
Figure 12. Example of an ACSS TCAS 2000 Product ID
Label With 2D Bar Code
Release Date: May 12, 2010  ATA Service Bulletin No. 7517900-34-6040
Revision 02: June 28, 2011  ACSS Publication No. 8008229-001
Copyright 2011
Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems, LLC
19810 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027-4741
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