CIDS Presentation A320 Family (Cabin Intercommunication Data System )

Summary

The video script discusses the SIDS, a system that controls and monitors cabin systems in aircraft. It consists of two directors, one active and one in standby, linked to the FAP for cabin control. The script highlights the new features on the A318, including a new FAP, DEU, and the absence of a PTP. It also covers the control of signs, pre-recorded announcements, and music, as well as emergency evacuation commands. The script further explains the functions of the FAP, the role of the PTP, and the integration of the SIDS BITE for system control and monitoring.

Takeaways

• 🛂 **SIDS Overview**: The Cabin Intercommunication Data System (SIDS) is responsible for controlling, testing, and monitoring various cabin systems.
• 🔄 **Dual Director System**: SIDS consists of two directors, one active and one in hot standby, ensuring redundancy and reliability.
• 🔌 **Integration with FAP**: SIDS is linked to the Forward Attendant Panel (FAP) for controlling cabin functions.
• 📡 **Communication via DEUs**: Director communicates with cabin systems through Decoder Encoder Units (DEUs).
• 🛠️ **PTP for Programming and Testing**: The Programming and Test Panel (PTP) is used for programming and testing SIDS, although it's removed in the A318 model.
• 📱 **New Touchscreen FAT**: On the A318, a new touchscreen FAP controls and indicates the status of SIDS.
• 🎵 **Cabin Assignment Module (CAM)**: CAM is onboard and replaceable, containing software for specific customer layouts.
• 🚫 **Control of Signs and Announcements**: No smoking and fasten seatbelt signs are controlled from the cockpit, and pre-recorded announcements and music are managed from the FAP.
• 📢 **Emergency Evacuation Command**: It can be activated from the cockpit or the purser station, with signals and reset buttons located in strategic crew stations.
• 🔔 **Audio Options**: The A318's FAP audio page provides controls for pre-recorded announcements and music, and an optional audio cassette or CD player can be installed.
• 📊 **Cabin Status Monitoring**: The FAP displays the current cabin status, and cabin systems are controlled and monitored from the flight attendant panel.

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