Recorder Panel Flashcards
1
Q
What does the GND CTL pb do when ON and Auto?
A
ON - in blue, Manually selects the DFDR and the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) to ON when the aircraft is on the ground. The DFDR is energized.
Auto - follows the lights out philosophy of Airbus. Remains on.
2
Q
What does the CVR Erase pb do?
A
If pressed for more than 2 seconds, erases the recording under to conditions:
- The aircraft is on the ground
- The parking brake is on
3
Q
What is the CVR test pb?
A
If pressed and held, activates the CVR test if:
- CVR is on (one engine is running) or
- GND CTL is pressed on (no engine running)
- After 5 minutes after the aircraft is energized with electrical power and the parking brake is on