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ASTAR / TWINSTARINSTALLATION MANUAL

Tyler - Nose Video GimbalFor Eurocopter AS-350 & AS-355 Series Helicopters

FAA STC # SR00851LA

PLEASE RETURN THIS MANUAL WITH EQUIPMENT

This manual is available for download from our web site.

NOTE:

MINOR MODIFICATIONOF HELICOPTER BELLYPAN

REQUIRED! (Page 3 of 8)

Refer to the appropriate Manualfor further instructions on the Video Gimbal:

(provided with equipment)

FSI - UltraMedia IIOperators Manual

FSI - UltraMedia RSOperators Manual

MODEL: A-S 350-355

JOB #:

PREPARED BY: Chris Tyler

CHECKED BY: George Wood

APPROVED BY: Jeff Fox D.E.R.

REPORT #: U.M. INST-001

DATE: 6/25/97

# OF PAGES: 9

# OF DRAWINGS:

REVISIONS

DATE APPROVALPAGES

AFFECTEDREVISIONLETTER

6/25/97

11/2/99

10/2/00

ALL

8A

N/C

A

B

Initial release.

Splitting of Main Tube

Mount Extension

NOSE VIDEO GIMBAL (MODEL NVG-AS)

INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR

ASTAR / TWINSTAR HELICOPTERS

(AS) NOSE VIDEO GIMBAL - PARTS LIST

AIRFRAME BRACKETSLEFT SIDE - AIRFRAME BRACKET (two pieces)RIGHT SIDE - AIRFRAME BRACKET (two pieces)

(ALTERNATE) AIRFRAME BRACKETS(2) AIRFRAME TABS [part #ASN-002] See: Page 4A of 8

BELLYPANBELLYPAN TEMPLATEBELLYPAN (optional)

SUPPORT TUBESUPPORT TUBESKID-GEAR CLAMP (two pieces)

VIDEO GIMBALSee: Setup Manual for particual Video Gimbal (UltraMedia II, RS, etc.)

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TYPE LTH. A N # QTY. USE

9/16-18 2.00 AN9-17A 2 MAIN FRAME TANG BOLTS1/2-20 3.50 AN8-33A 8 FT. MAIN FRAME7/16-20 3.50 AN7-33A 2 REAR MAIN FRAME3/8-24 1.75 AN6-16A 4 TANG CLAMP BOLTS3/8-24 1.125 AN6-10A 4 TIE RODS

MS NYLOCK NUMBERS QTY.

3/8-24 MS21083N6 87/16-20 MS21083N7 21/2-20 MS21083N8 89/16-18 MS21083N9 2

A N WASHERS

3/8 AN960-616L(.032) 167/16 AN960-716L(.032) 41/2 AN960-816L(.032) 169/16 AN960-916(.062) 4

(AS) NOSE VIDEO GIMBAL - HARDWARE LIST

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INSTALL AIRFRAME BRACKET ON HELICOPTER

AIRFRAME BRACKETSASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

(Pages 2-4)

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Typically install one on left (shown) or right side of helicopter.

Note: Tylers Astar BELLYPAN, if used, may require adjusting the latches for proper fit.

Also see page 3 for specifics on the BELLYPAN.

Unlatch, and lower the forward bellypan and verify wether or not their areany slots in the forward corners of the bellypan (approx. 4 x 1 inches each).

Also, check to see if there is a hole near the rear of the left side (approx. 2 inches in diamater).If Yes continue with step 03, if No continue with step 02.

Picture:Front left sideof helicopterwith bellypanlowered.

Picture:Close up ofBellypanLatch.

Selection:Airframecounter-weight. See:Step 03

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FRONT(LEFT)

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Using the ASTAR BELLYPAN TEMPLATE & TOOLS, and following the additional instructions on thetemplate...

Mark and cut-out a slot to allow the AIRFRAME BRACKET to protrude.

Mark and cut-out a hole for routing the camera mount cables.

Note: Typically the slot and hole modification is only done to the left side (as shown). However, thismodification may also be done to the right side of the BELLYPAN (if necessary).

Picture: Hand Saw 1-1/4 Hole Saw 2 Hole Saw

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Attach and fasten one pair of the AIRFRAME BRACKETS around the airiframe counterweight(Two bolts on each one).

Note: The brackets are labeled LEFT and RIGHT and must be attached accordingly.

Pictures:Airframe counter-weight (left side).

A

B

C

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Hardware:(4) AN6-16ABOLTS(8) AN960-616L WASHERS(4) MS21083N6 NUTS

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Attach and fasten one AIRFRAME TAB to the airiframecounterweight (Six bolts on each TAB).

Note: The TAB should point inward.

Picture:Airframe counter-weight (left side).

Hardware:The original bolts,washers andnuts.

NOTE: THE AIRFRAME TABS MAY BE USED INSTEADOF THE AIRFRAME BRACKETS (Page 4 of 9).

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NOSE VIDEO GIMBALASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

(Pages 5-9)

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1. Connect the two halfs of the Main Tube and fasten with L-Pin & Safety-Clip.

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Install forward skid-gear clamps.

Insert 3/8 bolt and fasten lightly (to be fastened tightly later).

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Install main tube, insert 3/8 bolt and fasten lightly (to be fastened tightly later).

Slide front support bracket over tube, install in forward tang and tighten bolt.Now, tighten bolts in steps 01/07 and 02/07.

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Install Video Gimbal and insert 7/16 pin and safety clasp.

Connect Video Gimbal cables.

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Secure Video Gimbal cables to tube with tie-wraps or velcro straps.

Route cable into helicopter through belly pan and secure cables as necessary.

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NOSE VIDEO GIMBAL

ASTAR (AS-350 B/A)

SAMPLE WEIGHT & BALANCE DATA