Communications Equipment Flashcards
On the MCDU, radio frequencies can be changed by ___.
- typing a new frequency on the scratchpad then selecting the desired radio frequency to change.
- selecting the frequency to be changed then using the tuning knob on the MCDU.
It is possible to tune the radios with the PFD (Primary Flight Display) and CCD (Cursor Control Device).
True
The radio frequencies are primarily controlled with the ___.
MCDU Radio Page
Pressing the PAX ADRESS button allows direct communication to the passengers regardless of what is selected on the ACP (Audio Control Panel).
True
The Emergency Flight Attendant Call button, when pressed, ___.
- green light inside the button flashes.
- flashes a red light on the ceiling of the FA station (on the rainbow bar).
- sounds a triple HI/LO chime over the PA system.
On the MCDU Radio Page, the top (green) frequencies are active, and the bottom (white) frequencies are standby.
True
The Control Wheel (yoke) PTT switch should be selected to ___ to communicate with ramp personnel.
HOT
When using the oxygen mask, the MIC button on the Audio Control Panel must be selected to MASK to allow for communication.
False
A successful FDR (Flight Data Recorder) test consist of pressing the FDR test button and verifying that no FDR EICAS messages appear.
True
The top row of buttons (1) selects the ___ channel. The 2nd row of buttons selects the ___ channel(s).
- transmission (talking)
- reception (listening)
How many ACPs (Audio Control Panel) are in the aircraft?
3 (Captain, FO, Observer)
COM 3 is usually set to DATA which allows ___ to communicate.
ACARS
When FMS autotune (FMS AUTO) is on, the FMS automatically selects appropriate navigation frequency.
True
For normal operations, the Captain uses NAV 1 and the First Officer uses NAV 2.
True
