MONROY

AEROSPACE

ATD-300

FAR

Traffic-Watch

Installation Manual
No. MA302 Rev. 3.0
Date: 05-1-2010

Monroy Aerospace Corp.

P.O. Box 8217
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Table of Contents

Page
1.0 General …..………………….....…..................................... 2

2.0 Portable Setup.................................................................. 3

3.0 Parts List ........…….......................................................... 5

4.0 Installation Procedure ………….........................................6

5.0 Operational Check ...........................................................14

6.0 Specifications……...…………….......................................15

7.0 Troubleshooting Hints ……………....................................16

Warranty.................................................................................17

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1.0 General
The ATD-300 Traffic-Watch+ is a passive receiver capable of detecting transponder
replies from nearby aircraft and displaying their range, direction (with ANT-300 antenna)
and altitude on an 8-character dot matrix yellow LED display. It also provides distinctive
voice warnings in relation to traffic proximity. The ATD-300 has a detection range of 5
nautical miles. The system consists of a receiver/indicator unit, antenna, power cord
and headphone cable. The receiver is housed in a small aluminum box (2.75” x 0.75” x
5.0”) for easy location in the cockpit.

The ATD-300 provides distinctive voice warnings for traffic at different ranges. When set
in the FAR mode and traffic is within 3nm and +1,000ft of vertical separation "Traffic"
will be annunciated. As the traffic gets closer to about 1nm and within +1000ft of vertical
separation the message will change to "Traffic Nearby". When set in the NEAR mode
only traffic within 1nm and +500ft of vertical separation will be annunciated by "Traffic
Nearby". When set to MUTE there is no warning messages for any traffic, however
traffic range and MSL altitude will still be indicated. When there is no traffic activity the
ATD-300 will automatically indicate the host transponder MSL pressure altitude. A
screwdriver adjustable volume control is located on the bottom side of the unit. Audio
output to headphones (300 ohms) is provided on the rear of the unit.

The ATD-300 features a built-in voltage-warning indicator that lets you know if the
aircraft supply voltage is out of range. This function works on the background all the
time and is activate after engine start. If an out of range condition exist the ATD-300
annunciates it by voice and by text.

The ATD-300 can either be used in the portable or installed configuration. In the
portable configuration the unit can be quickly set-up for use. Portable antenna, cables
and Velcro strips are provided for a quick set-up.

The ATD-300 can also be permanently mounted in the panel with the use of an external
antenna (ANT-300). This configuration adds traffic direction capability with the ANT-300
antenna. Audio output can be connected to the aircraft audio panel for convenience.

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2.0 Portable Set-Up

The ATD-300 Plug & Fly feature allows the owner to operate the unit right away without
the need to have it permanently installed in the aircraft. See fig. 1 for set-up

1) Connect the provided rubber antenna to the rear BNC connector on the unit. Align
the antenna vertically.

2) Find a suitable space on top of the glare shield where the ATD-300 is accessible and
not blocking the pilot's view and the antenna is not in contact with the windshield or
airframe structure.

3) Clean well this glare shield location and stick one of the Velcro strips provided. Stick
the other strip to the bottom side of the unit. Make sure the strip does not block the
VOL adjustment hole.

Note: The ATD-300 can also be located on the overhead panel with the antenna
pointing down. However, depending on the surface the Velcro strips may not provide
long time support.

4) Plug the cigarette lighter power cord to the rear center connector of the unit. Plug the
other end to the cigarette lighter jack in the aircraft.

5) Plug the headphone cable mini-plug to the rear connector on the unit. Plug the other
end 1/4" plug to the aircraft headphone jack. Connect the pilot's headphone to the
pigtail phone jack on the cable.

Note: If the aircraft is equipped with an intercom system or BOSE ANR headsets
connect the 1/4 plug to the emergency headset jack for better results. The pilot's
headphones can be connected to their respective phone jacks in the aircraft.

6) Turn on the A/C master switch. Set the ATD-300 left switch to NEAR. Turn the unit
on (right switch up). After two seconds you should hear "Traffic Watch On". Adjust the
volume control on the bottom side (see fig.4 page 10) if it is to high or to low, use a
jeweler's screwdriver. Clockwise rotation increases the volume. Repeat the above
until desired audio level is achieved

7) Affix the ATD-300 to the glare shield. Route the power and headphone cable so they
do not interfere with the operation of the aircraft.

Note: During the summer, the ATD-300 may get too hot to the touch if exposed to the
sunlight when the aircraft is parked outside. It is recommended that it be covered
with a chart or equivalent when parked outside. If the unit gets too, hot it may not
work properly until it cools down.

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PLUG & FLY SET-UP

Rear Panel
MADE IN USA PHONE SPEAKER

+
Monroy Aerospace
11 - 28V DC
ANTENNA Coral Springs, FL USA

To aircraft headphone jack

To pilot headphone plug

To aircraft cigarette lighter jack

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2.0 Parts List (for panel mounting)

2.1 Included

1 ATD-300 unit
2 M5008-1 side brackets
2 M5008-2 side brackets
4 AN526C-632-34 ¼" screw
1 Crimp type BNC connector
1 Solder type phone mini-plug
1 Solder type 2.1mm power plug

2.1 To be provided by installer

1 L band transponder or DME type antenna or ANT-300 antenna (for direction)

1 Antenna connector
20 ft or less of RG-58A/U coax cable
20 ft or less of AWG 22 wire
1 1 AMP circuit breaker or in-line fuse
2 Panel mounting screw/nuts
Ty-wrap as required
Solder

3.0 Tools Required

Hand drill
25 Watts soldering iron
BNC crimp tool
Wire cutter
Wire stripper
Pliers
Phillips screwdriver
Aluminum cutting tool
Audio panel input pins designation
Audio panel input pins

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4.0 Installation Procedure (for panel mounting)

4.1 Unit Mounting

Identify an area in the instrument panel where the unit can be located. If there is no
room in the panel the unit can be located underneath (see Fig. 1). The location should
be visible and accessible to the pilot, so s/he can control the unit.

4.1.1 In-Panel Mounting

1) Make a cut out in the panel as shown in Fig. 3. Clean all shavings and material from
the area.

2) Install side brackets P/N M5008-2 to the ATD-300 using the provided ¼" long screws
AN526C-632-R4 (see Fig. 3).

3) Attach the ATD-300 to the panel opening using installer provided screws and nuts
(tinnerman). (see Fig. 4). Make sure the unit is firm in place.

4.1.2 Under-Panel Mounting

1) Identify a horizontal surface where the ATD-300 brackets can be attached

2) Install side brackets P/N M5008-1 to the ATD-300 using the provided ¼" long screws
AN526C-632-R4 (see Fig. 4).

3) Attach the ATD-300 to the horizontal surface using installer provided screws and nuts
(see Fig. 4). Make sure the unit is firm in place.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL LOCATIONS

In Panel Mounting

Under Panel Mounting

Fig. 1

ANTENNA LOCATIONS
The antenna location described below will provide good forward coverage. For twins optimum
performance location is at the bottom side of the nose section. For wet fuselage amphibian
aircraft locate the antenna on top. The antenna should not be closer than 2 feet or farther than
100 feet from a transponder or DME antenna.

ATD-300

Coax cable RG-58A/U,

shorter than 20ft.

Bottom mounted antennas provides best overall

performance. For low wing airplanes works best if
mounted forward of the wing.

Fig. 2

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4.2 Antenna Mounting

The ATD-300 can use a conventional transponder or DME type L band antenna. Either
a rod or blade type antenna can be used. Blade antennas can withstand higher speed
erosion. Rod antennas are for lower speed aircraft. For direction capability it can use
the optional Monroy ANT-300 antenna

4.2.1 Front engine/high wing planes

Locate an area on the bottom side of the fuselage as forward as possible to mount the
antenna. Make sure the antenna is not located directly behind the engine exhaust pipe.
The antenna should not be closer than 2 ft from DME or transponder antennas (see Fig.
2)

4.2.2 Front engine/low wing planes

Locate an area on the bottom side of the fuselage in front of the leading edge of the
wing to mount the antenna. Make sure the antenna is not located directly behind the
engine exhaust pipe. The antenna should not be closer than 2 ft from DME or
transponder antennas. (see Fig. 2)

4.2.3 No front engine (twins, pushers)

Locate an area on the bottom side of the nose in front of the leading edge of the wing to
mount the antenna. The antenna should not be closer than 2 ft from DME or
transponder antennas. (see Fig. 2)

4.2.4 Antenna Installation

Attach the antenna to the surface as indicated by the manufacturer. If the mounting
surface is non-metal attach a thin (.05"-.025") aluminum square plate of 6" x 6" inside
the surface to provide ground plane and structural rigidity.

4.2.5 Antenna Configuration

If using a non-directional antenna (omni type) set the ATD-300 antenna configuration
switch to OMNI (mid position) as shown on fig. 4 page 10. If using the ANT-300
mounted on top, set the switch to TOP. If using the ANT-300 mounted on the belly set
the switch to BOT. Switch position can be verified on power up display sequence.

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IN-PANEL MOUNTING
Panel cut-out

0.375” R 3/32"
5/32”Dia.
2.75”
0.75”
0.25” 0.25”
3.25”

Instrument Panel

Tinnerman nut
Three-hole
side brackets
P/N M5008-2

2.6” 5.0”

All screws
no longer than ¼” All screws
AN526C-632-R4 no longer than ¼”
AN526C-632-R4
C.G. weight 0.6 lb

Fig. 3

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UNDER PANEL MOUNTING

Instrument panel bottom

end

Screws no longer than ¼

AN526C-632-R4
Side brackets
P/N M5008-1

2.6”

Ant. Config.
(bottom side) 5.0”
Top Dir.
Omni Ant.
All screws Bottom Dir.
no longer than ¼” All screws
AN526C-632-R4 no longer than ¼”
AN526C-632-R4
C.G. weight 0.6 lb

Audio Level Adjust

(bottom side)

Antenna
BNC conn.

Fig. 4

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4.23 ANT-300 Installation

The ANT-300 directional antenna will provide direction capability to the ATD-300.

ANT-300 Footprint

7/8” 7/8”

9/16”D
3/16”D 3/16”D

Forward

The antenna must be installed on a horizontal ground plane (metal) surface with at least
6” of radius from the antenna center. Stick the footprint label provided with the ANT-300
to the surface for the mounting holes pattern. The ANT-300 should be mounted no
closer than 2 feet from other antennas or landing gear.

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4.3 Wiring

The ATD-300 will operate from any DC voltage source (negative ground only) between
11 to 30 volts. If there is no audio system in the aircraft the ATD-300 can drive
headphones directly.

4.3.1 Power connection

1) Install 1 amp circuit breaker or inline fuse connected to the aircraft avionics bus. (see
Fig. 5) Use AWG 22 wire or heavier gauge for all power connections

2) Connect the ATD-300 center conductor of the power connector (center connector) to
the circuit breaker. Connect the connector shell to ground. (see Fig. 5).

4.3.2 Antenna connection

1) Run a piece of RG-58A/U coax cable between the antenna and the ATD-300. The
cable length should be less than 20ft long. Make sure the cable routing does not
interfere with flight control systems. (see Fig. 5)

2) Attach the BNC connector provided to the cable end at the ATD-300. Follow
connector installation instructions on the connector bag. Connect this end to the ATD-
300 antenna connector.

3) Attach the corresponding connector (typically BNC) at the antenna end. Connect this
end to the antenna.

4.3.3 Connecting to the A/C audio system

For most audio systems or audio panels this procedure will provide audio to the
headsets and cockpit speaker without the need of a dedicated speaker.

1) If connecting the ATD-300 to an audio system or audio panel, use the phone output
provided on the ring contact of the mini-plug connector. (see Fig. 5)

2) Connect the phone output to the warning input or un-switch input (pin T in KMA24) or
a spare input in the audio system (see mfr. audio system inputs diagrams). If no
spare input is available the ATD-300 can be paralleled with the COM or NAV phone
inputs. (see Fig. 5)

3) After connection check audio output by turning the unit on. Upon initialization the
message "Traffic-Watch On" should be heard. If audio level needs to be adjusted
insert a jewelers flat screwdriver in the hole located on the bottom side of the unit and
rotate it clockwise for more audio or counter clockwise for lower audio. Turn the unit
off and on to hear the voice message again.

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WIRING DIAGRAM

Remote
Display

Shield
429B
429A

Existing
Cockpit Audio Panel
Speaker

Connect audio to un-switch input

+14 or +28 Volts

Avionics bus
1 AMP
ARINC 429B

CB
Ground
ARINC 429A

All wire 22 AWG

Audio

ATD-300 PHONE/DATA

DC POWER

RG-58A/U 20ft long or less

ANTENNA

Note: All wires to be secured to the

coax cable to prevent disconnection

ANT-300 antenna
or
transponder type antenna

Fig. 5

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4.3 Wiring (cont.)

4.3.3 Connecting to headphones directly

Use this procedure only if the aircraft has no audio system or audio panel.

1) Connect the ring contact of the mini-plug (phone output) to the headset phone jack.
The ATD-300 phone output can be paralleled with the COM or NAV phone outputs.

2) After connection check audio output by turning the unit on. Upon initialization the
message "Traffic-Watch On" should be heard. If audio level needs to be adjusted
insert a jeweler’s flat screwdriver in the hole located on the bottom side of the unit
and rotate it clockwise for more audio or counter clockwise for lower audio. Turn the
unit off and on to hear the voice message again.

4.3.4 Secure wiring

To prevent wire disconnection at the ATD-300, bundle the power and audio wires to the
antenna cable and secure them with a ty-wrap about two inches from the connector.

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5.0 Operational Check

In most airports in the US an operational check can be performed on the ground.

1) Pull the aircraft out of the hangar into a ramp area where airborne traffic is visible.

2) Turn avionics master on and ATD-300 right switch to BRT

3) Turn transponder off.

4) After unit initialization, verify it reads bus voltage with no traffic around.

5) Set the left switch to FAR and check for traffic activity in the area. If traffic is within
3nm the voice should be heard announcing "traffic"

6) Turn the transponder on and verify its reply light is blinking after two minutes warm-
up.

7) After two minutes the ATD-300 should indicate the transponder pressure altitude. If
the transponder has no altitude encoder the ATD-300 will indicate the squawk code.

8) Verify the ATD-300 indicates traffic relative altitude with a + sign in front of the
altitude number. The above will not be indicated if there is no altitude encoder
onboard.

9) Set the left switch to NEAR and verify that voice annunciation "traffic nearby" occurs
only when traffic is within 1nm and less than +500 feet relative altitude

10) Set the left switch to MUTE and verify that there is no audio for any traffic indication.

11) Set the right switch to DIM and verify that the display dims.

12) Traffic direction on the ground may not be accurate due to signal multipath reflection
from nearby structures. Depending on antenna location extended landing gear
doors and cowl flaps may affect coverage or traffic direction accuracy.

If problems encountered see Troubleshooting Hints.

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6.0 Specifications

Frequency Coverage: 1086 - 1094 MHz

Transponder type: Mode A/C/S

Altitude Decoding Range: -1,200ft to 30,700ft

Traffic Signal MTL: -70 dBm

Range Accuracy: 20% with ext. antenna @ 200w traffic power

Minimum Reply Rate: 100rps

Onboard Transponder MTL -25dBm

Maximum Signal Input: +30dBm

Antenna Impedance : 50 Ohms

Phone Output Impedance: 30 - 300 Ohms

Traffic Data Output ARINC429/735A

Traffic Bearing Resolution 30 deg

Message Repetition Rate: Every 25 Seconds

Supply Voltage: +11 VDC to +30 VDC

Supply Current: 0.2 AMP @ 14VDC, 0.1 AMP @ 28VDC

Operating Temperature: -20 deg C to +55 deg C

Operating Altitude: -1000 feet to 25,000 feet MSL

Enclosure Type: Black extruded aluminum box

Unit Weight: 10 Ounces

Unit Dimensions 2.75" W x 0.75" H x 5.0" D

Installation Depth: 6.5 inches

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7.0 Troubleshooting

There are no serviceable components in this product. The test equipment needed to
test is very specialized and it is not commonly found in avionics shop. If you encounter
difficulties please check the following suggestions:

1) If no power check voltage directly at the power connector using the connector
ground contact.

2) If no voice output, verify that the VOICE switch is not in the MUTE position. Plug a
miniature plug headphone on the back of the unit and turn the unit on. If message
"Traffic-Watch On" is not heard adjust the VOL control on the bottom side of the unit,
clockwise rotation increases volume.

3) If you suspect occasional false alarms check the following: Turn off any onboard cell
phone. Turn off the strobe lights. Some unshielded strobe light wiring may cause
spurious emissions that may be visible on a weather lightning scope. Keep in mind
that most GA traffic will not be visible during daytime when farther than 1nm. Ground
radar stations use transponder beacons on the ground (Parrots) to check for
antenna azimuth and proper radar operation. When flying near one of these beacons
you may get traffic warnings but no visible aircraft. The ATD-300 can easily detect
traffic at lower altitudes or on the ground that is beyond ground radar horizon line
coverage thus not visible to ATC.

4) At times the ATD-300 will show the range and altitude of two aircraft in an alternate
fashion. This is normal and helps you determine if there is more than one threat.
Display priority is given to traffic at the closest indicated range.

5) The ATD-300 local altitude reading may not be the same as that indicated by the
altimeter when the atmospheric pressure is different than 29.92". This is because
transponder altitude encoders are calibrated to 29.92".

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LIMITED WARRANTY
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against defective components and workmanship for a period of three
years. Any product found to be defective during this period due to
components or workmanship will be repaired (or replaced) to its original
operating conditions.

This warranty is void if the product has been misused, altered, tampered,
damaged, improperly installed or repaired by unauthorized personnel.

Any product that is to be returned for warranty or repair work shall obtain a
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