GULFSTREAM G650 / G650ER

AVIONICS MAINTENANCE TRAINING MANUAL

COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER
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COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER

CONTENTS
Page

INTRODUCTION....................................................................................... 7
COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER (CVR) (ATA 23)................................. 8
General.................................................................................................. 8
Components......................................................................................... 9
Indications.......................................................................................... 13
Operation............................................................................................ 14

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ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure Title Page Figure Title Page
CVR-1 Cockpit Voice Recorder............................................................. 8 CVR-7 Audio Control Panel................................................................ 14
CVR-2 Underwater Locator Beacon..................................................... 9 CVR-8 Voice Recorder Erase Switch................................................. 15
CVR-3 Area Microphone..................................................................... 10 CVR-9 Operation................................................................................... 17
CVR-4 Voice Receiver Remote Cockpit Control Unit..................... 11
CVR-5 Impact Switch........................................................................... 12
CVR-6 CVR Test Switch...................................................................... 13

TABLES
Table Title Page

CVR-1 Solid State Power Controllers................................................. 18

CVR-2 CAS Messages.......................................................................... 19

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COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER

INTRODUCTION
The Gulfstream G650 communications system contains systems and subsystems
necessary for communication within the aircraft, between different aircraft, and
between the aircraft and ground stations. The information contained herein is intended
only as an instructional aid. This material does not supersede, nor is it meant as a
substitute for any of the manufacturer’s maintenance or operational publications. The
material presented has been prepared from the basic OEM design data. All subse-
quent changes in aircraft appearance and/or system operation will be covered during
academic training and subsequent revisions to this publication.

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COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER (CVR)

(ATA 23)
GENERAL
The Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) system provides the ability to record
the last 2 hours of cockpit audio at each flight position & cockpit area
(Figure CVR-1).

The pre-amplification and audio conditioning functions of the wideband

channel are also contained within the recorder, thereby eliminating the
need for a cockpit-mounted control panel. In addition to the audio inputs,
the CVR will record digital communications data from an ARINC 429 bus
from the MAU. The CVR converts analog signals to a digital format and
stores the data in solid state memory.

Audio signals originating from the pilot, copilot and observer are routed
through the Audio Control Panels (ACP) to the CVR. Audio signals
originating from the cockpit area microphone are routed through the CVR
Remote Cockpit Control Unit (RCCU) to the CVR. The last 2 hours of
voice recorded data is safely stored in the CVR. The CVR data can only
be manually erased when the aircraft is on the ground.

Figure CVR-1. Cockpit Voice Recorder

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COMPONENTS
Underwater Locator Beacon
The underwater locator beacon (Figure CVR-2) transmits an acoustic
signal to aid in locating the CVR aircraft underwater. The beacon consists
of a self-contained battery, electronic module and a transducer housed in
a watertight case. The case housing the beacon is capable of withstanding
high G impact shock and deep water immersion.

Figure CVR-2. Underwater Locator Beacon

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Area Microphone
The area microphone (Figure CVR-3) is a directional condenser type that
operates in a frequency bandwidth of 150 – 5000 Hz. The microphone
picks up all audible cockpit signals. Aircraft engine noises picked up by
the microphone are electronically suppressed.

AIR SPEED AIR SPEED

LIMITATIONS - C.A.S. LIMITATIONS - C.A.S.
KNOTS & MACH NO. KNOTS & MACH NO.

VLE 250K / .70 VLE 250K / .70

VLO 225K / .70 VLO 225K / .70
VFE VFE
10° FLAP 250 10° FLAP 250
20° FLAP 220 20° FLAP 220
39° FLAP 190 39° FLAP 190

V TURBULANCE V TURBULANCE
240K TO 10,000 FT. 240K TO 10,000 FT.
270K TO 32,000 FT. 270K TO 32,000 FT.
.80M ABOVE 32,000 FT. .80M ABOVE 32,000 FT.
V MO / M MO V MO / M MO
BELOW 8,000 FT. 250K BELOW 8,000 FT. 250K
8,000 FT. - 10,000 FT. 340K 8,000 FT. - 10,000 FT. 340K
10,000 FT. - 29,380 FT. 10,000 FT. - 29,380 FT.
340K/.875M 340K/.875M
29,380 FT. - 35,000 FT. 29,380 FT. - 35,000 FT.
.875M - .925M .875M - .925M
35,000 FT. AND ABOVE .925M 35,000 FT. AND ABOVE .925M

Figure CVR-3. Area Microphone

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CVR
Recording divided into 4 channels, 120 minutes each:
• Pilot’s ACP (transmitted audio plus all selected receive audio)
• Copilot’s ACP
• Observer’s ACP
• Area Microphone

Controls inputs from:

• CVR test switch
• PRESS TO ERASE switch
• Cockpit area microphone

Sends switch position information to CVR using a TIA-485 serial bus.

Contains preamplifier for the Area Microphone. Amplifies signal and

routes it to CVR for digitizing and storage.

Contains a green pass and red fail indicator light (Figure CVR-4).

Figure CVR-4. Voice Receiver Remote Cockpit Control Unit

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Impact Switch
The impact switch (Figure CVR-5) is activated by an impact severe enough
to overcome the predetermined G force level of approximately 2.5 G. The
CVR is prevented from recording any data when the impact switch is
activated.

The impact switch contains the following controls and indicators:

• Indicator lamp (red) stays on continuously after impact switch is
activated
• RESET pushbutton releases a latched relay, enabling the impact
switch to reset and indicator lamp to go out

Figure CVR-5. Impact Switch

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INDICATIONS fault is detected, CAS will display a Cockpit Voice Recorder Fail message
(Figure CVR-6).
CVR Test Switch
The CVR pushbutton on the cockpit overhead panel in the SYSTEM TEST
section initiates a test sequence. When depressed, TEST light comes on. If a

Figure CVR-6. CVR Test Switch

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OPERATION
Audio Control Panel
The ACPs in the pilot and copilot side consoles and observer panel control
audio function of the navigation and communication radios headphones /
headsets, and microphones. The CV recorder receives audio input from
the pilot / copilot / observer microphones and cockpit microphone through
the ACPs. ACPs also control audio output for the CV recorder system
(Figure CVR-7).

M M
I I
C C
COM1 COM2 COM3 HF1 HF2 SAT PA
A A
U U
D D
NAV1 NAV2 NAV3 ADF1 ADF2 ID CABIN FONE

DME1 DME2 MKR MUTE XFER CONF

CVR SELCAL ST SPKR ICS HDPH H'MIC MAINT

EMER MIC SET

NORM EMER BOOM MASK

SPKR: 60

Figure CVR-7. Audio Control Panel

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Voice Recorder Switch

The bulk erase switch (Figure CVR-8) labeled VOICE RECORDER PRESS
TO ERASE, is used to bulk erase data contained in the CVR.

The switch is wired in series with the MED and the WOW relay contacts
that only allows the erasure function to occur when the aircraft is on the
ground, with the MED open and in a WOW state.

Figure CVR-8. Voice Recorder Erase Switch

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Operation (Cont) Greenwich Mean Time ARINC 429 label is periodically stored in the CVR
internally recorded data so the recorded audio can be synchronized with
The CVR impact switch receives 28 VDC from the right essential 28 VDC other recorded system events. If a malfunction is detected during the self-
bus through the VOICE RCDR circuit breaker located on right electronic test, a Cockpit Voice Recorder Fail advisory message is displayed on the
equipment rack circuit breaker panel in the FLT INSTRUMENTS section. crew alerting system and the red fault indicator on the CVR control unit
The right essential 28 VDC bus has a battery backup system that ensures comes on (Figure CVR-9).
CVR capabilities.

The CVR receives analog audio inputs from the pilot, copilot and observer Internal RIPS
channels via the ACPs. The CVR receives an analog audio input from the There are two versions of the CVFDR products that contain an internal
cockpit area microphone channel via the Remote CCU. These channels have RIPS, they are the CVR-120R and CVFDR-145R. The RIPS is used to
a frequency bandwidth of 150 Hz – 3500 Hz. The CVR simultaneously supply power to the CVR whenever there is an aircraft power loss, including
receives analog audio inputs from all four channels, converts the analog the loss of power during normal shut down procedures. The RIPS is only
signals to a digital format and stores the data in solid-state memory. Only inhibited when the CVR is removed from the aircraft. This status is detected
the last 120 minutes of audio signal data from each of the four channels is through the Record Enable pins of the CVR. The RIPS monitors the aircraft
retained by the CVR at any given time. power supplied to the recorder. When aircraft power is lost, the RIPS will
maintain the power to the recorder continuously.
The audio data can be accessed via an external connection. The data is easily
converted from digital format to analog audio signals for voice analysis in The RIPS supplies 10 ± 1 minutes of power after 15 minutes of charging or
the event of a crash investigation. at least 6 minutes of power to the CVR after 10 minutes of charging from
any discharge condition. During operation, the following health checks are
The CVR impact switch activates at an impact of 2.5 G, removing 28 VDC performed by the RIPS to ensure correct operation:
power in conjunction with RIPS, shutting down the CVR and turning the
switch indicator on. When 28 VDC is removed, the possibility of previously • Software CRC Test
recorded data being erased is eliminated. A RESET button on the impact
switch releases the latched relay that results in the switch resetting and the • RIPS Life Test
indicator going out. • Storage Capacity Test

The WOW relay system provides a path for the erase ground discrete that This status of RIPS can be viewed when accessing the unit via the Ground
is routed through the VOICE RECORDER PRESS TO ERASE switch and Test Program.
the door locked relay. The WOW relay switch requires that the aircraft be on
the ground and the Main Entry Door open in order to complete the circuit
and activate the erase function. When the VOICE RECORDER PRESS TO
ERASE switch is depressed for 7 seconds, the data has been erased from
the CVR memory. A 3 second, 400 Hz tone is heard through the headset.

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CVR

IMPACT SWITCH 28 VDC POWER IN

L DC MPT 2
PUSH TO TEST
L RIU VOICE RECORDER CVR TEST SWITCH
L ESS DC VOICE ERASE A

VOICE ERASE C

BULK ERASE SWITCH

WOW SWITCH
MED SWITCH ACP 1 CH 1 PILOT

ACP 3 CH 3 OBSERVER

ACP 2 CH 2 COPILOT
COCKPIT
AREA MIC REMOTE COCKPIT CH 4 AREA MIC
CONTROL UNIT
MAU 3

FMS ARINC 429 GMT IN

SGIO #6
A B
NIM MONITOR AUDIO OUT
MAU 2
MRC 1

COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER FAIL DATA LINK

MAU 1
SGIO #4
A B NIM MONITOR AUDIO OUT
COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER FAIL
MRC 2 CVR FAULT
SGIO #1 (OPEN = FAULT)
A B

Figure CVR-9. Operation

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Solid State Power Controllers Maintenance Practices

The voice recording system is protected by the solid state power controllers Maintenance Laptop comes with FIREFLY software loaded to enable the
listed in Table CVR-1. technician to download, configure, and review sampled voice recordings.

Table CVR-1. SOLID STATE POWER CONTROLLERS

SOLID STATE POWER CONTROLLERS

NOMENCLATURE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

VOICE RECORDER 2320

VOICE RECORDER IMPACT SW 2325

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Crew Alerting Messages

The CAS message for the voice and flight data recording system is shown
in Table CVR-2.

Table CVR-2. CAS MESSAGES

MESSAGE DESCRIPTION

Cockpit Voice Recorder Fail FAULT IN COCKPIT VOICE RECORDING SYSTEM.

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