PS Engineering PMA8000-SR with Built-In SIRIUS Satellite Radio User Manual
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PS Engineering
PMA8000-SR Series Audio Selector Panel and Intercom System
Installation and Operator’s Manual
200-880-0000 Page
1-2
Rev. 14, Oct. 2008
controls the intercom level for the pilot and copilot, while the large knob controls the passenger intercom 
volume. Intercom squelch is automatic. 
The PMA8000-SR incorporates an integrated SIRIUS Satellite Radio receiver, which allows the aircraft 
occupants to enjoy their music 
A 3-light Marker Beacon receiver is integrated in the PMA8000-SR. This provides the necessary Marker 
Beacon lights and audio indications necessary for an Instrument Landing System (ILS) approach. A 
pushbutton labeled MKR allows the pilot select high or low sensitivity as well as test and mute modes. 
1.4
APPROVAL BASIS –
TSO Approval. C50c, C35d
The PMA8000-SR-series Audio Selector Panels are FAA approved under TSO C50c (Audio Amplifiers) 
and TSO C35d (Marker Beacon Receivers). 
All systems comply with relevant portions of EUROCAE RTCA MPS WG No. 7/70, DO-143 and (Marker 
Beacon Receivers), ED-14C/DO-160C (Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne 
Equipment), ED12B/DO-178B, Level D (Software Considerations for Airborne Equipment) and ED- 
18/DO-214 (Audio Systems Characteristics and Minimum Operational Performance Standards for Aircraft 
Audio Systems). 
Operation is subject to the following conditions: 
This device may not cause harmful interference. 
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion. 
1.5 SPECIFICATIONS
TSO COMPLIANCE
Marker Beacon:
C35d, Class A
Audio Selector/Intercom:
C50c, Class A
APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS:
RTCA/DO-214 RTCA/DO-143 RTCA/DO-160D 
RTCA/DO-178B DO-254 
ENVIRONMENTAL Qualifications:
A1D1CABSMXXXXXXZBABATBXXE2XXX
Operating Temperature Range:
-15º C to 55ºC
Altitude:
Up to 50,000 feet in an non-pressurized area
DIMENSIONS:
Height: 1.3 in. (3.3 cm) Width: 6.25 in. (16.9 cm) 
Depth behind panel 8.25 in. (21.00 cm) including 
connectors 
WEIGHT 
PMA8000-SR Unit 
Rack with connectors 
 
1.54 lb. (0.70 kg) 
0.66 lb. (0.30 kg) 
POWER REQUIREMENTS (Including Internal Lighting):
Voltage:
11 to 33 VDC
Maximum Current:
3.0 Amp (Externally protected by a 5A pull-type 
breaker) 
