CH07 A330 COMM Flashcards by S M

COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.
1. Communication Radio Selection Keys

These keys allow the selection of the desired ______ or ______ radio for frequency display.

The selected radio is identified by a ________ light next to the selection key.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.
1. Communication Radio Selection Keys

These keys allow the selection of the desired VHF or HF radio for frequency display.

The selected radio is identified by a green light next to the selection key.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

2. ACTIVE Window:

Displays the ________ frequency of the selected radio.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

2. ACTIVE Window:

Displays the active frequency of the selected radio.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

3. Transfer Key

When pushed, the active and standby frequencies are ________.
The selected radio is then tuned to the new ________ frequency.
If the NAV key and a VOR or ILS is selected, the transfer key alternately selects the ________ and ________ of the selected radio in the STBY/CRS window.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

3. Transfer Key

When pushed, the active and standby frequencies are exchanged.
The selected radio is then tuned to the new active frequency.
If the NAV key and a VOR or ILS is selected, the transfer key alternately selects the frequency and course of the selected radio in the STBY/CRS window.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

4. STBY/CRS Window

Displays a standby frequency which can be made active by pushing the ________ key, or ________ by rotating the selector knob.
The RMP STBY/CRS windows are ________ and retain the ________ frequency selected on that RMP.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

4. STBY/CRS Window

Displays a standby frequency which can be made active by pushing the transfer key, or changed by rotating the selector knob.
The RMP STBY/CRS windows are independent and retain the last frequency selected on that RMP.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

5. Selector Knobs

Two concentric knobs allow preselection of frequencies for ______ or ______ radios and the selection of courses for a ______ or ______.
When tuning, the desired frequency or course is viewed in the ______/______ window.
- The outer knob controls the digits to the ________ of the decimal, the inner knob those to the ________ of the decimal.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

5. Selector Knobs

Two concentric knobs allow preselection of frequencies for communication or navigation radios and the selection of courses for a VOR or ILS.
When tuning, the desired frequency or course is viewed in the STBY/CRS window.
- The outer knob controls the digits to the left of the decimal, the inner knob those to the right of the decimal.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

6. ON/OFF Switch
Controls the power supply to the ________.

7. NAV Key
When the NAV key is pushed (guard lifted):

The ________ light next to the key illuminates
The VOR, ILS, and ADF receivers are controlled by the ________ rather than the ________
______-___ navigation tuning has been selected

Nav radio tuning may be returned to the ________ by deselecting the NAV key.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

6. ON/OFF Switch
Controls the power supply to the RMP.

7. NAV Key
When the NAV key is pushed (guard lifted):

The green light next to the key illuminates
The VOR, ILS, and ADF receivers are controlled by the RMP rather than the FMGECs
Back-up navigation tuning has been selected

Nav radio tuning may be returned to the FMGECs by deselecting the NAV key.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

8. BFO Key

This key is used to select the ______ ______ ______ (BFO) function on or off.
The key ________ when BFO is selected on.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

8. BFO Key

This key is used to select the Beat Frequency Oscillator (BFO) function on or off.
The key illuminates when BFO is selected on.

With the BFO switch on, the ADF receiver generates an audio tone to help you tune in an NDB. On the control panel, select ADF

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9. STBY NAV Keys
These keys allow for the selection of standby navigation radio tuning.

When the NAV key is pushed and an ILS, VOR, or ADF key is pushed:

________ can be tuned for the selected navigation radio
________ can be selected for an ILS or VOR
The ________ light next to the selected navigation radio illuminates

Additionally, only one ______ ______ key can be selected at a time.

When a STBY NAV key is selected, any previously selected STBY NAV key is ________

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

9. STBY NAV Keys
These keys allow for the selection of standby navigation radio tuning.

When the NAV key is pushed and an ILS, VOR, or ADF key is pushed:

Frequencies can be tuned for the selected navigation radio
Courses can be selected for an ILS or VOR
The green light next to the selected navigation radio illuminates

Additionally, only one STBY NAV key can be selected at a time.

When a STBY NAV key is selected, any previously selected STBY NAV key is deselected

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

10. AM Key

When selected, ______ ______ is provided during ________ communications.
When selected off, only ________ sideband is available.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

10. AM Key

When selected, amplitude modulation is provided during HF communications.
When selected off, only single sideband is available.

Amplitude modulation is one way of transmitting radio signals across large distances.

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

11. SEL Indicator
Illuminates when the following radio combinations are selected on the RMPs:

________ is selected on RMP2 or 3
________ is selected on RMP1 or 3
VHF3, HF1, or HF2 are selected on ________ or ________

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COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

11. SEL Indicator
Illuminates when the following radio combinations are selected on the RMPs:

VHF1 is selected on RMP2 or 3
VHF2 is selected on RMP1 or 3
VHF3, HF1, or HF2 are selected on RMP1 or 2

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10. LOAD FUNCTION
When the ATC sends (________ or ________) CPDLC messages to the flight crew:

a ________ light above the LOAD key illuminates to indicate that the sent______ is available to be loaded.
- Press this LOAD key before ________ the CONTACT/MONITOR messages to load this VHF frequency to the ______/____ window.

Note: When a frequency from the ATC services (sent via datalink) has been received, the ATSU validates the frequency and simultaneously sends the information to all the RMP in order to activate the LOAD function.

When the LOAD function is activated, the flight crew can ______ load the frequency on each ________ as often as necessary; except if ______ is present on standby window.

Air Traffic Services Unit (ATSU) Airline Operational Communication

COMM_01 Understand the control functions and indications on the RMP.

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10. LOAD FUNCTION
When the ATC sends (CONTACT or MONITOR) CPDLC messages to the flight crew:

a white light above the LOAD key illuminates to indicate that the sent frequency is available to be loaded.
- Press this LOAD key before closing the CONTACT/MONITOR messages to load this VHF frequency to the STBY/CRS window.

When the LOAD function is activated, the flight crew can repeatedly load the frequency on each RMP as often as necessary; except if DATA is present on standby window.

Air Traffic Services Unit (ATSU) Airline Operational Communication

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP. Audio Control Panels

1. Transmitter Selector Keys

A channel is selected for transmission by pushing its respective ________ key.
Once selected, the pb illuminates ________ and connected ________ calls are placed on hold.
A flashing ______ __(__) transmission key indicates that a ________ call is on hold.
Only one transmission channel can be ________ at a time.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP – Audio Control Panels

1. Transmitter Selector Keys

A channel is selected for transmission by pushing its respective selection key.
Once selected, the pb illuminates green and connected SATCOM calls are placed on hold.
A flashing SAT 1(2) transmission key indicates that a SATCOM call is on hold.
Only one transmission channel can be selected at a time.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

2. SELCAL

A SELCAL can be ________ when the appropriate frequency is tuned.
________ illuminates in the corresponding key, accompanied by a buzzer.
______ and______ radios can receive SELCALs.
The SELCAL buzzer can only be silenced by pushing the ________ key on the ________.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

2. SELCAL

A SELCAL can be received when the appropriate frequency is tuned.
CALL illuminates in the corresponding key, accompanied by a buzzer.
VHF and HF radios can receive SELCALs.
The SELCAL buzzer can only be silenced by pushing the reset key on the ACP.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

3. MECH

The MECH light on the ACP flashes amber, accompanied by a ________, when a call is received from ground personnel at the ______ ______.
If not reset, the MECH light ________ after a ________ time.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

3. MECH

The MECH light on the ACP flashes amber, accompanied by a buzzer, when a call is received from ground personnel at the nose gear.
If not reset, the MECH light extinguishes after a short time.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

4. ATT

The ATT light on the ACP flashes amber, accompanied by a buzzer, when a call is received from a ______ ______ station.
For a normal call, the ATT light ________ after a ________ time if it is not reset using the ________ key.
For an emergency call the ATT light will only ________ if the ________ key is pushed

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

4. ATT

The ATT light on the ACP flashes amber, accompanied by a buzzer, when a call is received from a flight attendant station.
For a normal call, the ATT light extinguishes after a short time if it is not reset using the RESET key.
For an emergency call the ATT light will only extinguish if the RESET key is pushed

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

5. Reception Knobs

When pushed and released (knob ________), the respective channel audio is ________, and the knob’s white integral light ________.
The knob can be______ to adjust the volume.
When pushed (knob in), the respective channel audio is switched ________, and the white light _______._

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

5. Reception Knobs

When pushed and released (knob extended), the respective channel audio is selected, and the knob’s white integral light illuminates.
The knob can be rotated to adjust the volume.
When pushed (knob in), the respective channel audio is switched off, and the white light extinguishes.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

6. RESET Key

When pushed, the ______, ______, and ______ lights extinguish if a call has been received.
The ________ light and, for a normal call from a flight attendant, the ________ light will automatically ________ after a ________ time if the call is not cancelled by the ________ key.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

6. RESET Key

When pushed, the CALL, MECH, and ATT lights extinguish if a call has been received.
The MECH light and, for a normal call from a flight attendant, the ATT light will automatically extinguish after a short time if the call is not cancelled by the RESET key.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

7. VOICE Key

Used to______ the navaid ______ ______ ______ identifier signals.
The recorded ________ navaid identifier will still be heard.
When pushed, a ________light above the key illuminates and the ______ ______ is filtered out.
This configuration is used when ________ reception is desired through a navaid.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

7. VOICE Key

Used to inhibit the navaid morse code audio identifier signals.
The recorded voice navaid identifier will still be heard.
When pushed, a green light above the key illuminates and the morse code is filtered out.
This configuration is used when voice reception is desired through a navaid.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

8. INT/RAD Switch

• INT (“hot” microphone)

______-______ ground and flight interphone transmission is available when using a boomset or oxygen mask microphone. For reception, the ________ reception knob must be extended.

• Neutral

The boomset and oxygen mask microphones are ________ for ground and flight interphone _t_______ Reception is not affected.

• RAD

The spring loaded RAD switch must be pushed and held to operate. It is used as a _____-__-____ the boomset or oxygen mask microphones through the channel selected by the transmission key.

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COMM_02 Understand the control functions and indications on the ACP.

8. INT/RAD Switch

• INT (“hot” microphone)

Hands-free ground and flight interphone transmission is available when using a boomset or oxygen mask microphone. For reception, the INT reception knob must be extended.

• Neutral

The boomset and oxygen mask microphones are disconnected for ground and flight interphone transmission. Reception is not affected.

• RAD

The spring loaded RAD switch must be pushed and held to operate. It is used as a push-to-talk the boomset or oxygen mask microphones through the channel selected by the transmission key.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.
AUDIO Selector Knob

In case of a ________ of the captain’s or first officer’s ________, the AUDIO switching knob permits replacement of the failed ________ with ________.
Moving the switch from the NORM deactivates the______ occupant’s boomset and oxygen mask microphone.

NORM
Each crew member uses their dedicated ________
CAPT ON 3
Captain makes all ACP selections with ________.
F/O ON 3
First officer makes all ACP selections with ________.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.
AUDIO Selector Knob

In case of a failure of the captain’s or first officer’s ACP, the AUDIO switching knob permits replacement of the failed ACP with ACP3.
Moving the switch from the NORM deactivates the third occupant’s boomset and oxygen mask microphone.

NORM
Each crew member uses their dedicated ACP.
CAPT ON 3
Captain makes all ACP selections with ACP3.
F/O ON 3
First officer makes all ACP selections with ACP3.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CVR Panel
GND CTL pb
AUTO (lights out) - The ________ and ________ are automatically energized after ________ engine start or for ________ minutes after electrical power is applied to the aircraft.

Selected ON (momentary action):

The ________ is energized.
The ______ ______ ______ ______ (______) is energized.
ON illuminates ________.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CVR Panel
GND CTL pb
AUTO (lights out) - The CVR and DFDR are automatically energized after first engine start or for five minutes after electrical power is applied to the aircraft.

Selected ON (momentary action):

The CVR is energized.
The Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR) is energized.
ON illuminates blue.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CVR Panel

LED Indicator

The LED indicator consists of ______ and ______lights to indicate the results of a CVR ________.
A satisfactory test is indicated by illumination of at least ______ ______ light.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CVR Panel

LED Indicator

The LED indicator consists of red and green lights to indicate the results of a CVR test.
A satisfactory test is indicated by illumination of at least one green light.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CVR TEST pb
Pushed and held:

The test is ________ provided the CVR is energized.
A low ______ ______ is heard through the two flight deck loudspeakers.
The results are indicated on the ________ indicator.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CVR TEST pb
Pushed and held:

The test is activated provided the CVR is energized.
A low frequency tone is heard through the two flight deck loudspeakers.
The results are indicated on the LED indicator.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CVR ERASE pb

Pushed - ________ erasure of the tape occurs provided the aircraft is on the ________ and the ______ ______ is set.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CVR ERASE pb

Pushed - Complete erasure of the tape occurs provided the aircraft is on the ground and the parking brake is set.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CALLS Panel

1 MECH pb
Pushed and held - The blue ______ ______ light on the ______ ______ ______ illuminates and an external horn sounds.

2 FLT REST
Pushed - Initiates a call to the flight deck ______ ______ ______.
3 CAB REST
Pushed - Initiates a call to the ______ ______ ______ ______ (LDMCR).
4 ALL pb
Pushed:

A pair of ________ lights illuminate at all of the ________ area call panels
Calls are initiated to the flight deck and cabin crew ______ ______
The ______ ______ ______ message appears at all of attendant indicating panels
A ______ ______/______ chime sounds through all cabin speakers.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CALLS Panel

1 MECH pb
Pushed and held - The blue COCKPIT CALL light on the external power panel illuminates and an external horn sounds.

2 FLT REST
Pushed - Initiates a call to the flight deck crew rest area.
3 CAB REST
Pushed - Initiates a call to the cabin crew rest area (LDMCR).
4 ALL pb
Pushed:

A pair of red lights illuminate at all of the attendant area call panels
Calls are initiated to the flight deck and cabin crew rest areas
The CALL ALL CAPTAIN message appears at all of attendant indicating panels
A single high/low chime sounds through all cabin speakers.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CALLS Panel

*5 PURS, FWD, MID, EXIT, and AFT pbs**
*Pushed:**
A pair of ________ lights illuminate at the respective attendant area call panel
The ______ ______ message appears at the respective attendant indicating panel
A ________ high/low chime sounds through all cabin speakers

Note: The ________ call chime begins with a higher tone than the ________ call.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CALLS Panel

*5 PURS, FWD, MID, EXIT, and AFT pbs**
*Pushed:**
A pair of red lights illuminate at the respective attendant area call panel
The CAPTAIN CALL message appears at the respective attendant indicating panel
A single high/low chime sounds through all cabin speakers

Note: The PURS call chime begins with a higher tone than the FWD call.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CALLS Panel

6 EMER pb
Pushed - Initiates an emergency call from the flight deck:

________ illuminates amber.
ON illuminates ________.
A pair of ________ lights at all attendant call panels illuminate.
A ______ ______ ______ message appears at all the attendant indicating panels.
________ high/low chimes sound through all cabin speakers.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CALLS Panel

6 EMER pb
Pushed - Initiates an emergency call from the flight deck:

CALL illuminates amber.
ON illuminates white.
A pair of red lights at all attendant call panels illuminate.
A CAPT PRIO CALL message appears at all the attendant indicating panels.
Three high/low chimes sound through all cabin speakers.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CALLS Panel

6 EMER pb

If a flight attendant initiates an emergency call from the cabin:

________ illuminates amber.
________ illuminates white.
A buzzer sounds on the flight deck ________ times.

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COMM_03
Understand the control function of the AUDIO Selector Knob, CVR Panel, & CALLS Panel.

CALLS Panel

6 EMER pb

If a flight attendant initiates an emergency call from the cabin:

CALL illuminates amber.
ON illuminates white.
A buzzer sounds on the flight deck three times.

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COMM_04
Discuss the meaning of the ECAM memos as they relate to communication system.

COMPANY MSG
- Displayed in ________ when an______message is received.
COMPANY CALL
- Displayed in ________ if an ________message is received requesting ________ communications.
COMPANY ALERT
- ________ green for ________ minutes then remains ________ if an AOC alert message is received.
  - Accompanied by a ________ that sounds for ________ second.

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COMM_04
Discuss the meaning of the ECAM memos as they relate to communication system.

COMPANY MSG
- Displayed in green when an AOC message is received.
COMPANY CALL
- Displayed in green if an AOC message is received requesting voice communications.
COMPANY ALERT
- Pulses green for two minutes then remains steady if an AOC alert message is received.
  - Accompanied by a buzzer that sounds for one second.

V2 23.6.18

COMM_04
Discuss the meaning of the ECAM memos as they relate to communication system.

VHF3 VOICE

________ green for ________ seconds, then remains _s_______if ________ is switched from ________ mode to ________ mode.

AUDIO 3 XFRD

Displayed in ________ when the AUDIO switching knob has been selected to either ______ ____ __ or ___ __ __.

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COMM_04
Discuss the meaning of the ECAM memos as they relate to communication system.

VHF3 VOICE

Pulses green for ten seconds, then remains steady if VHF 3 is switched from data mode to voice mode.

AUDIO 3 XFRD

Displayed in green when the AUDIO switching knob has been selected to either CAPT ON 3 or FO ON 3.

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COMM_04
Discuss the meaning of the ECAM memos as they relate to communication system.

SATCOM CALL

Displayed in green if a SATCOM call is received with a ________ priority level.

SATCOM ALERT

Displayed in ________ if a SATCOM call is received with a priority level of ______, ______ or ______-______.

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COMM_04
Discuss the meaning of the ECAM memos as they relate to communication system.

SATCOM CALL

Displayed in green if a SATCOM call is received with a PUBLIC priority level.

SATCOM ALERT

Displayed in green if a SATCOM call is received with a priority level of EMERGENCY, SAFETY or NON-SAFETY.

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COMM_04
Discuss the meaning of the ECAM memos as they relate to communication system.

CABIN READY

Displayed in ______ when selected on the______ ______ panel.
It disappears when either the ______ ______ is ________or a _____ minute timer expires, whichever comes first

V2 23.6.18

COMM_04
Discuss the meaning of the ECAM memos as they relate to communication system.

CABIN READY

Displayed in green when selected on the forward attendant panel.
It disappears when either the landing gear is retracted or a 5 minute timer expires, whichever comes first

V2 23.6.18

COMM_05

Recall which transmission channels the AOC utilizes. AIRLINE OPERATIONAL CONTROL

AOC normally transmits using ________ and automatically switches to ________ when ________ is not available.
The AOC VHF frequency for the communication network is ________ tuned.

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COMM_05

Recall which transmission channels the AOC utilizes.

AOC normally transmits using VHF3 and automatically switches to SATCOM when VHF3 is not available.
The AOC VHF frequency for the communication network is automatically tuned.

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COMM_06
Describe the benefits of the ADS system, and recall if the crew is aware of when reports are being sent.

Automatic Dependant Surveillance (ADS) automatically downlinks:

______, ______, ______, ______ and other ______ data to ATC in areas where no radar coverage exists.

ADS provides essentially the same information to ATC as they would have if the aircraft was in ______ ______.

The downlinks occur ________ and are ________ to the crew.
ADS requires ___ ______from the crew, as it is ________ by ATC
The ________ and the ________ of the downlinks are defined by ATC to satisfy their operational needs.
There is no way for the crew to know when a ________ occurs.

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COMM_06
Describe the benefits of the ADS system, and recall if the crew is aware of when reports are being sent.

Automatic Dependant Surveillance (ADS) automatically downlinks:

position, speed, heading, altitude and other pertinent data to ATC in areas where no radar coverage exists.

ADS provides essentially the same information to ATC as they would have if the aircraft was in radar contact.

The downlinks occur automatically and are transparent to the crew.
ADS requires no action from the crew, as it is initiated by ATC
The content and the frequency of the downlinks are defined by ATC to satisfy their operational needs.
There is no way for the crew to know when a downlink occurs.

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COMM_07
Recall the function of the CPDLC system, and explain how the crew is aware that a connection has been established.

Controller/Pilot DataLink Communications (CPDLC) is a ________ communications function of the information system.

CPDLC is another ATC communication device in addition to ______, ___, and ______ voice communications.
CPDLC ________ ATC communications in ________ areas or ________ zones.
A CPDLC ________ can be established with only one ATC facility at a time.
Messages are displayed to the crew on ________ Datalink Control Display Unit (DCDU) Screens.

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COMM_07
Recall the function of the CPDLC system, and explain how the crew is aware that a connection has been established.

Controller/Pilot DataLink Communications (CPDLC) is a digital communications function of the information system.

CPDLC is another ATC communication device in addition to VHF, HF, and SATCOM voice communications.
CPDLC augments ATC communications in remote areas or oceanic zones.
A CPDLC connection can be established with only one ATC facility at a time.
Messages are displayed to the crew on two Datalink Control Display Unit (DCDU) Screens.

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COMM_07
Recall the function of the CPDLC system, and explain how the crew is aware that a connection has been established.

In airspace where CPDLC is available, ________ ATC does not mean that the ________ has been established.

ATC must ________ to complete the ________
Until the connection is established, the green _____ ____ _____ message is displayed on the DCDUs.
ATC establishes the connection after they are ________.
When the connection is established the ______ ATC center is displayed on the DCDUs.

Two Datalink Control Display Unit (DCDU) screens

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COMM_07
Recall the function of the CPDLC system, and explain how the crew is aware that a connection has been established.

In airspace where CPDLC is available, notifying ATC does not mean that the connection has been established.

ATC must respond to complete the connection.
Until the connection is established, the green NO ACTIVE ATC message is displayed on the DCDUs.
ATC establishes the connection after they are notified.
When the connection is established the active ATC center is displayed on the DCDUs.

Two Datalink Control Display Unit (DCDU) screens

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