Operating instructions

Page 10 202-890-0402 PMA8000B Avidyne Pilot Guide
be the last heard), the recorder has 60 seconds of recording time, or
up to 8 messages. With its own built in VOX circuit, there are no but-
tons to press to start recording.
The system automatically begins
to record the instant the radio
becomes active. Only the com
radio selected for transmit is re-
corded, and only the pilot and
copilot will hear the playback
audio.
Operation
Recording is automatic. To play back the last recorded message, press
and hold the COM Receive pushbutton associated with the selected
radio transmitter for about one (1) second. You can either wait for the
message to finish playing before accessing the prior message or can-
cel the playback. To cancel the playback, press and hold the COM
Receive playback button for two seconds (2). The next time the but-
ton is pressed for one (1) second, the next earlier message will be
heard.
The playback will stop whenever there is more incoming selected
com audio, and the message can be replayed from the beginning by
pressing the COM playback button..
Utility Jack
The 2.5 millimeter (3/32”) jack on the front of the
PMA8000B has three distinct functions:
• Cell phone input
• Advisory audio input
• Music input
The use of this jack is controlled by three Smart Function Keys (SFK)
controlled from the front panel. See Page 11—Smart Function Keys.
Cellular phone
When a cellular telephone is
connected to this jack using a
2.5 mm to 2.5 mm adapter
cord (PS Part Number 425-
006-7026), the PMA8000B
audio panel will connect the