Trig TMA44 Standard Audio Panel
Manufacturer Part Number: 01801-0001
Trig TMA44 Audio Panel
General Description
Trig TMA44 Standard Audio Panel - works seamlessly with Trig stack products, they combine practical features and great value. Both panels support IFR and VFR flight and will also operate with a wide selection of existing legacy avionics.
Trig audio panels enable simple control of all your navigation, communication and entertainment choices – benefiting from Trig’s ‘Better by Design’ philosophy. The result – a logical and high quality interface that’s easier to use, with features pilots and passengers really appreciate.
The TMA44 suits aircraft owners looking for a great value panel that covers aviation requirements. This mono panel supports 2-4 seats with independent control of crew and passenger audio. Two additional unswitched inputs are included for audio alerts, such as stall or undercarriage warnings. The option of playing music via two custom inputs is enhanced by the TMA44’s ‘smooth fade’ feature. This automatically adjusts music levels to ensure vital radio information is always clearly received.
The TMA44 equips you for navigation and IFR flight, with switched inputs for; Nav 1, Nav 2, ADF, Aux and DME. An illuminated marker beacon for ILS approaches adds visual cues to marker audio tones. All switchgear has a positive feel, with adjustable panel illumination for a great user experience day or night.
Features
- Mono – audio inputs for phone / music
- Smooth fade feature
- Simple user interface – easy to use
- Dedicated buttons for ADF and DME functions
- Marker beacon receiver – with indicators
- Supports 2-4 seats
- Great value for fleet operators and flight schools
- All Trig products come with a two year warranty, starting from the day of installation
| TMA44 Standard Audio Panel | TMA45 Superior Audio Panel | |
| Type | 2-4 seats mono | 4-6 seats stereo |
| Certification | TSO Compliance – TSO-C50c, TSO-C35d |
| Switched inputs | Nav 1, Nav 2, ADF, Aux, DME | Nav 1, Nav 2, ADF, DME and TEL |
| Unswitched – for audio warnings | 2 | 4 |
| Shared feature list | Marker Beacon Indicator with visual idents for IFR / ILS Adjustable illumination – photocell and/or via lighting bus Music ‘Smooth Fade’ feature |
| Additional features | Trig Digital Noise Reduction (TDNR) enhances VOX audio Trig Active Mute (TAM) removes cockpit noise/ reduces radio static Bluetooth support for stereo music and mobile connectivity Front panel jack socket (for portable electronic device. Slide in replacement for GMA340 |
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| Mic frequency response | 3 dB 350 Hz – 6000Hz | 300 Hz – 6000Hz |
| Music frequency response | 3 dB 200 Hz | 15 kHz 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Headphone impedance | 150 – 1000 Ω |
| Headphone output – each headset (no clipping) | 45 mW | 38 mW |
| Speaker output – 14 Volt DC / 28 Volt DC | 3 Watts / 10 Watts |
| Supply voltage | 11-33 Volts DC |
| Temperature range – operating | -20° C to +55° C |
| Temperature range– storage | -40° C to +85° C |
| Weight | 1.3lb |
| Physical dimensions (in tray) | W 6.25” x H 1.3” x D 7.75” |
- TMA44 Audio Panel 1 01861-00-01
- TMA44 Installation kit 1 250-604-0000
- Cable Clamp 1 625-001-0002
- 6-32 Clip Nut 6 475-630-0002
- 6-32 x ½” Phillips flat head screw 6 475-632-0012
- 4-40 x 7/16” Phillips pan head screw, nylon patch 4 475-440-0007
- 4-40 x 3/8” Phillips truss head screw, nylon patch 2 475-440-1038
- 4-40 x ¼” Phillips pan head screw, lock washer 2 475-440-0001
- Solder lug terminal 2 475-009-0001
- TMA44 backplate 1 430-890-0050
- DB44 metal backshell 1 625-025-2465
- Cast DB44 retaining block 1 431-891-0100
- 44-pin connector kit 1 120-891-2045
- 15Ω, 15W dropping resistor 1 701-015-1501
- TMA44 Mounting Tray 1 430-890-0040
- TMA44 Pilots Operating Handbook 1 01848-00
- TMA44 Installation Manual 1 01849-00
- EASA 1 Form
Required Items
Additional items you will require, but which are not in the TMA44 package, include:
- Speaker, 4Ω
- Headphones, mono, up to 4 as required
- Microphones, up to 4 as required
- Marker Antenna (75 MHz, VSWR <1:1.5, as appropriate)
- Interconnect Wiring
- Headphone Jacks (Up to 4 as required)
- Microphone Jacks (Up to 4 as required)
- Circuit Breaker, 2 amp
Why is the TMA44 called the Standard Audio Panel?
The TMA44 is a mono panel that supports 2-4 seats.
Why is the TMA45 called the Superior Audio Panel?
The TMA45 panel supports 2-6 seats. Additionally, this audio panel has a Bluetooth feature allowing two portable electronic devices to be connected providing stereo music and communication options.
Is the Trig Audio Panel easy to install?
The TMA44 deploys an industry standard 44 pin connector allowing a simple retro-fit with older audio panels. The TMA45 has two connectors and is a plug and play retrofit for the GMA340. Both units are designed to fit into a standard avionics rack.
THE GREAT VALUE PANEL THAT COVERS ALL THE BASES IFR/VFR
The TMA44 equips you for navigation and IFR flight, with switched inputs for; Nav 1, Nav 2, ADF, Aux and DME. An illuminated marker beacon for ILS approaches adds visual cues to marker audio tones. All switchgear has a positive feel, with adjustable panel illumination for a great user experience day or night.
The TMA44 has two additional unswitched inputs included for audio alerts, such as stall or undercarriage warnings. The option of playing music via two custom inputs is enhanced by the TMA44’s ‘smooth fade’ feature. This automatically adjusts music levels to ensure vital radio information is always clearly received.
PRODUCT INSTALLATION
The unit deploys an industry standard 44 pin connector allowing a simple retro-fit with older audio panels and is designed to fit into a standard avionics rack. The TMA44 is a popular choice for GA aircraft owners looking to enhance their audio system, getting core functionality in a cost effective package.
Versions
| Model | Audio Panel Type | Audio Sound type | Bluetooth support |
| TMA44 | Standard – 2-4 seats | Mono – with ‘smooth fade’ feature between radio comms/music. | No – mobile / music via inputs |
| TMA45 | Superior – 2-6 seats |
Stereo – music and audio |
Yes – music / mobile phones can be connected via wireless |
