FD70CV-V
Installation and Operation Manual
7” Widescreen LCD
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
678-867-6717, or
www.FlightDisplay.com
FD70CV-V
7" Widescreen LCD
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Flight Display Systems
1765 Grassland Parkway
Alpharetta, GA 30004
678-867-6717 Phone
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Table of Contents
General Information
Front View ......................................................................................................1
Additional Information.................................................................................1
Specifications .....................................................................................................2
Installation Instructions
Power...............................................................................................................2
Video Wiring Suggestions...............................................................................3
S-Video/Composite and Audio Wiring .....................................................3
VGA Wiring....................................................................................................4
Power and Ground Wiring...........................................................................4
Cable Attachment Points..................................................................................5
Wiring Colors .................................................................................................6
Operation Instructions
Monitor Button Controls..................................................................................6
Remote Control Buttons...................................................................................7
Troubleshooting
Video Noise ........................................................................................................8
VGA Shadowing ............................................................................................8
Snow or Sweeping Lines...............................................................................8
No power to Monitor, or No video Input .....................................................8
Color Distortion .................................................................................................8
Remote Control Inoperable .............................................................................9
Technical Support
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
Warranty Information
Assembly Drawing............................................................................................11
Index
Log of Revisions ................................................................................................13
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FD70CV-V General Information
General Information
The FD70CV-V is a 7" Widescreen LCD. Built with retrofit aircraft integration in
mind, this display can switch between three video input sources using the
buttons on the bezel or the Infrared Remote. It is perfect for cabin video and
graphical entertainment. The FD70CV-V has features that allow installation in
the smallest of mounting areas with the minimum of interface equipment.
Front View
Additional Information
The 7” Widescreen LCD utilizes a state of the art digital video decoding chipset
for the analog video input. The three video sources in order of picture quality are
VGA (computer graphics, like Moving Maps), and two (2x) Composite Video
(DVD, Camera or VCR). Both NTSC and PAL formats are auto-detected.
The FD70CV-V can also be connected to existing video switchers and can take
a composite video input from a selector interface box. In this case, multiple input
sources can be selected and displayed on the monitor.
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Specifications
Display Type 7” TFT Color LCD
Display Color 262,144 Colors (18-bit)
Supported Resolutions 640x480 - 1600x1200
Brightness 500 cd/m²
Dimension 7.7” (W) X 4.8” (H) X 1.41” (D)
Display Size 6.07” (W) X 3.67” (H)
Aspect Ratio 16:9 Widescreen
Weight 1 lbs 7 oz
Power 12-28VDC @ .9 Amps - .3 Amps
PC Input VGA (Analog RGB 15 pin D-sub)
Video Input 2 Composite Video
Video Type Supported NTSC/PAL
Screen Control On-Screen Display Menu
DO-160 TESTED FAA/PMA Approved
Installation Instructions
All cabin entertainment equipment, such as the FD70CV-V, should be installed
on a non-essential bus and have a dedicated circuit breaker. It is a requirement
that a switch be installed in the cockpit so that the pilot can de-energize the
entertainment system should it become necessary.
When mounting from inside the bulkhead, it is possible to have only the LCD
visible to the cabin. The display can be mounted internal, external, or partially
internal to the bulkhead. There is one ¼-20 mounting hole located on the bottom
of the display. It is sufficient to mount the display by this single attach point. It is
recommended that you leave about ¼ inch of space around the rear of the
display for air circulation.
Power
This is a 12-28VDC monitor that requires .9 - .3 Amps of power to operate.
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Video Wiring Suggestions
All shields should be grounded to the connector at the source, and floating at the
display.
Avoid routing video wiring parallel to:
• AC wiring
• Strobe wiring
• DC motor supply cables
• Inverter cabling
• Or any other potential noise source.
S-Video/Composite and Audio Wiring
Recommended cable for s-video/composite and audio purposes is PIC 75 Ohm
Coax, P/N V75268. This is a lightweight, flexible, and low signal loss cable which
meets FAA flammability requirements of FAR 23.1359(d), FAR 25.853(a) and
FAR 25.869(a)(4).
Similar aviation coaxial cable can be used from other vendors, as well.
Some aircraft are prone to AC noise - we recommend adding to the composite
source a 75Ohm video isolation transformer such as Deerfield Laboratory, Inc.
Part No. 162-1 (www.deerfieldlab.com, (650) 632-4090). In most cases this
should be added to the video output of the source.
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VGA Wiring
Recommended cable for VGA purpose is ECS P/N 453005. This is a single
shielded cable containing 5 separate coaxial cables, color-coded to match the
functions of the wires.
The individual wires should be extended with 6” 22awg wires using an
environmental splice for the red & green wires, and Raychem caps for the blue,
white, and black wires.
Power and Ground Wiring
22 AWG wire is recommended for Power and Ground applications.
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Cable Attachment Points
There are two cable attachment points to the monitor on the FD70CV-V (12V).
(#3 above may not be available on certain models)
1. The female locking connector is the video source connector. Included with
the monitor is a 6-foot cable with one female VGA connector and three
female RCA Composite Video connectors. Note that Composite Video 3 is
not active.
2. 12-28VDC Power is input on this connector. Power is on the conductor and
the ground is on the shield.
3. (Optional) 28VDC Power is input on this connector. This exists only on the
FD70CV-V (28V). The power is on the conductor and the ground is on the
shield.
Included with the FD70CV-V is a female DB-15 pin kit, two male solder RCA
jacks and one power cord. Part Numbers for additional DB-15 connectors,
manufactured by Tyco or Amp, follow.
High density, D-sub, 15 contact receptacle (female) P/N 748565-1
HD15F pins P/N M39029/57-354
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Wiring Colors
For the latest information on Wiring Colors for the FD70ARM, see the document
online at:
http://www.FlightDisplay.com/support/Wiring Colors.pdf
(Older browsers may require “%20” instead of the space between “Wiring” and
“Colors” as shown above.)
Operation Instructions
The FD70CV-V is continuously on but can be de-energized by removing power
from the entertainment system. No pilot or aircrew action is necessary during
flight or ground operation.
The passengers will be able to change the video output from the FD70CV-V
using the video source select switch on the LCD monitor, or remotely throughout
the cabin with the included IR remote. Point the IR remote at the top of the LCD
to make changes.
When applying power, the display will turn on and look for a valid input on the
last known source. If no input is found, the display will go to standby mode.
Pressing the Input Select button (S) will select new video input.
Monitor Button Controls
Located at the bottom of the 7” LCD are five buttons and one status LED.
Operations are as follows:
BUTTON FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
∧ Adjust UP Incremental adjustment or Menu selection
∨ Adjust DOWN Incremental adjustment or Menu selection
S INPUT Press and select between VGA, Composite #1
SELECT and Composite #2.
M MENU Pressing this will activate the Menu.
• Status Light Green – on and operating; None – Off or standby
POWER On/Off
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Remote Control Buttons
See “Button Controls” above for Remote Control Button functions.
Scan Menu Power
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Troubleshooting
Video Noise
Check for an incorrect ground in the installation wiring. See specific examples of
video noise below, or visit http://flightdisplay.com/Grounding.pdf
VGA Shadowing
Most of shadowing problems are due to shielding on the wire. Locate the point
where all of the shields are connected. Cut away the shields, one at a time, while
viewing the display on the screen to observe which shield is causing the noise.
Cutting away one shield at a time will allow you to focus and isolate the video
noise issue.
• Twisted pair wiring is prone to video noise. ECS VGA Wire (Detailed
under “Video Wiring Suggestions”) is recommended.
Snow or Sweeping Lines
Lines that slowly sweep up and down are a result of AC noise. This AC noise
can be generated by a power cart on the aircraft. Take the power cart off of the
aircraft. Be careful of inverter wiring, which can also cause noise. Stand off the
wires, if necessary.
If snow or sweeping lines persist, it is possible that the ground is at an incorrect
point in the aircraft. Try moving the ground to another location.
No power to Monitor, or No video Input
• Verify correct wiring. Check the base receptacle connectors for possibly
damaged pins.
• Check that the video source is:
1. Powered on,
2. In Play mode, and
3. Displaying video.
Color Distortion
• Adjust brightness and contrast settings using the buttons on the monitor.
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Remote Control Inoperable
• Confirm that the infrared eye on the LCD screen is visible.
• Replace battery in remote control.
Technical Support
Should you have any questions concerning this product or other Flight Display
Systems products, please contact our Product Support representatives at (678)
867-6717.
Flight Display Systems
1765 Grassland Parkway
Alpharetta, GA 30004
Phone: 678-867-6717
Fax: 678-867-6742
Email: sales@flightdisplay.com
For further product information, technical data and sample wiring diagrams,
please click on the Dealers section of our web site at www.flightdisplay.com
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Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
The FD70CV-V is designed not to require regular general maintenance.
Warranty Information
Flight Display Systems warrants the FD70CV-V against material or
manufacturing defects for a two-year period (effective 1/1/2009 on all equipment
shipped with 2009 pricing). Warranty begins on date of installation.
If product support is required, please call our Technical Support team at 678-
867-6717 to obtain assistance. If the return of the unit to the factory is required,
an RMA number will be issued at that time. Flight Display Systems will, upon
receipt of the failed hardware, remanufacture or replace the unit at our
discretion.
Flight Display Systems will pay Ground Shipping charges for warranted items.
Charges for express shipment will be the responsibility of the sender.
This warranty is not transferable. Any implied warranties expire at the expiration
date of this warranty. We shall not be liable for incidental or consequential
damages.
This warranty does not cover a defect or failure that has resulted from improper
or unreasonable installation, use or maintenance, as determined by Flight
Display Systems. This warranty is void if there is any attempt to disassemble or
open this product without factory authorization.
Any labor charges associated with the removal of product or related
troubleshooting by a firm other than Flight Display Systems or its designee will
not be covered.
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Assembly Drawing
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Index
Base..................................................... 2 Power ................................................. 8
Button Controls................................. 6 Remote Control............................. 7, 9
Coaxial Cable .................................... 3 Shadowing......................................... 8
Color Distortion................................ 9 Shields ............................................ 3, 8
Continued Airworthiness ............. 10 Support .......................................... 8, 9
DB-15 .................................................. 5 Warranty.......................................... 10
Flammability ..................................... 3 Wiring ................................................ 3
Mounting ........................................... 2 Diagram ............................................. 6
Noise .................................................. 8 Power and Ground........................... 4
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Log of Revisions
Rev Date Page Description
A 01/25/2007 --- ---
B 03/22/2007 1,2,5 Added information regarding FD70CV-V (28V)
C 06/21/2007 5 Clarified connection information regarding 12VDC/28VDC.
D 06/28/2007 7 Added remote pictures.
1 Removed voltage reference.
2 Removed voltage reference, updated specs.
5 Revised due to voltage requirement changes.
E 04/09/2008
6 Removed voltage reference.
7 Removed older style remote image.
11 Updated DWG.
F 04/09/2009 2,10 Updated specifications, warranty info
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