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Becker AR620X Installation And Operation Manual

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Becker Avionics GmbH • Baden-Airpark B108 • 77836 Rheinmünster • Germany
 +49 (0) 7229 / 305-0 • Fax +49 (0) 7229 / 305-217
http://www.becker-avionics.com • E-mail: info@becker-avionics.com
VHF-Transceiver
Family
AR620X-(X1X)
AR620X-(X2X)
RT6201-(X10)
RT6201-(X20)
RCU6201-(X12)
Software Versions:
from Software Version
SCI1050S305 Version 4.06
SCI1051S305 Version 2.06

Installation and Operation

Manual
DV14307.03
Issue 04
March 2016
Article-No. 0638.404-071

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  • Page 1: Installation And Operation

    SCI1051S305 Version 2.06 Installation and Operation Manual DV14307.03 Issue 04 March 2016 Article-No. 0638.404-071 Becker Avionics GmbH • Baden-Airpark B108 • 77836 Rheinmünster • Germany  +49 (0) 7229 / 305-0 • Fax +49 (0) 7229 / 305-217 http://www.becker-avionics.com • E-mail: info@becker-avionics.com...
  • Page 2 Introduction Preface Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing Becker Avionics products. We are pleased that you have chosen our product and we are confident that it will meet your expectations. For development of our product, the guidelines for highest quality and reliability have been borne in mind, supplemented by selection of high quality material, responsible production and testing in accordance to the ISO 9001 and DIN EN 9100 standards.
  • Page 3 03/2016 Chapter 1 – 4 03/2016 Section / Issue Page No.: Description Chapter 1...116 Changed: Editorial adjustments. 1.7.9.1 Added: Description "FCC Approval" © 2016 by Becker Avionics GmbH / all rights reserved DV14307.03 Issue 04 March 2016 Transceiver Family 620X...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    2.4.2. AR6203 Installation ......................39 2.4.3. RT6201 Installation ......................41 2.5. Electrical Interface ........................44 2.5.1. Connector and Pin Assignment (AR620X and RT6201) ........... 44 2.5.1.1. Inputs / Outputs ...................... 47 2.5.2. Connector and Pin Assignment (RCU6201) ..............51 2.6.
  • Page 5 2.10.5. Twin Seat with AR620X Tandem Configuration ............... 79 2.10.5.1. Configuration Setup ....................79 2.10.5.2. Wiring Diagram Twin Seat with AR620X Tandem Configuration ......80 2.10.6. Aircraft with four Seats (no TANDEM) ................81 2.10.6.1. Configuration Setup ....................81 2.10.6.2.
  • Page 6 General Description Introduction 3.6. SQUELCH ..........................108 3.7. RX Field Strength Indication ...................... 108 3.8. Channel Spacing Mode ......................108 3.9. Auxiliary Audio Input ........................109 3.10. Intercom Operation ........................109 3.11. VOX & Speaker Operation ......................110 3.12. Menus ............................110 3.12.1.
  • Page 7 General Description Introduction List of Abbreviations List of Abbreviations Alternating Current Audio Frequency Airborne Radio Attenuation Auxiliary American Wire Gauge Bayonet Neill Concelman CBIT Continuous Built-In Test Configuration Channel Chassis Core Module Communication Direct Current EASA European Aviation Safety Agency Electro Magnetic Interference ETSO European Transmission System Operators...
  • Page 8 General Description Introduction List of Abbreviations Transmit Voltage Direct Current Very High Frequency Voice Operated IC Threshold VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio Volume Unit Units Units Volt Millivolt Ampere Milliampere Watt Milliwatt Kilohertz Megahertz Second Power ratio in Decibel Decibel Ohm (Ω) Resistor Kilogram °C...
  • Page 9 General Description Introduction Disposal The packaging material is inflammable, if it is disposed of improperly by burning, lethal fumes may develop. This product contains materials that fall under the special disposal regulation, which corresponds to the EC directive for dangerous disposal material. We recommend disposing of the respective materials in accordance with the respectively valid environmental laws.
  • Page 10 General Description Introduction Blank Page Transceiver Family 620X DV14307.03 Issue 04 March 2016...

  • Page 11: General Description

    1.6. Features Overview ........................18 1.7. Technical Data ..........................21 1.7.1. Receiver Data for AR620X and RT6201................22 1.7.2. Transmitter Data AR620X and RT6201 ................23 1.7.3. Dimensions & Weight......................24 1.7.4. Emergency Operation ....................... 24 1.7.5. Environmental Qualification AR620X and RCU6201 ............24 1.7.6.

  • Page 12: Introduction

    For further descriptions we are using following terms for VHF transceivers, VHF remote transceiver and remote control unit, instead writing their complete model number. 620X in general for the device family. AR620X for: AR6201, AR6203 (Single Block Transceiver). for: RT6201 (Remote Transceiver). for: RCU6201 (Remote Control Unit). Transceiver Family 620X...

  • Page 13: Purpose Of Equipment

    General Description Purpose of Equipment The manuals “Maintenance and Repair” (M&R), “Installation and Operation (I&O) and "Operation Instructions" (OI) contain the following sections: DV 14307.04 DV 14307.03 Section M&R I&O General Installation Operation Theory of Operation Maintenance and Repair Illustrated Parts List Modification and Changes Circuit Diagrams Certifications...

  • Page 14: Variants Overview

    General Description Variants Overview 1.4. Variants Overview Within the part number, the meaning of "- (XXX)" is: A R 6 20 X - (X X X) Identifier 2 - Blue White Backlight Family Number 0 – Classic Design 1 – New Design; 10 W 2 –...
  • Page 15 General Description Variants Overview R T 6 20 X - (X X X) Identifier 0 - Standard Family Number 0 – Classic Design 1 – New Design; 10 W 2 – New Design; 6 W 1 – Square unit 2¼ inch 0 –...

  • Page 16: Software Status

    General Description Short Description RCU6201 Remote Control Unit Part Number Article No 8.33 kHz Mode 25 kHz Mode Transmit PWR RCU6201-(012) 0631.469-910 RCU6201-(112) 0631.485-910 AR6203 Single Block Transceiver Part Number Article No 8.33 kHz Mode 25 kHz Mode Transmit PWR ≥...

  • Page 17: Rt6201 Remote Transceiver

    VHF transceiver. The RT6201 requires a dedicated Remote Control Unit RCU6201 or a third party controller, e.g. a Multi Function Display (MFD), by means of the Becker proprietary protocol. Installation via four screws using the attached mounting equipment. The dimensions correspond to the standard instrument diameter of 58 mm (2¼...

  • Page 18: Ar6203 Single Block Transceiver

    General Description Features Overview 1.5.4. AR6203 Single Block Transceiver The AR6203 is a single block unit, designed for operation in a cockpit environment for both, general aviation aircraft and helicopters. All controls and indicators are located on the front panel. The equipment connectors and the antenna socket are located at the rear of the unit.
  • Page 19 General Description Features Overview Audio Outputs The 620X transceiver includes four fully configurable outputs: • Headphone 1 output, rated output power is 300 mW into 75 Ω. • Headphone 2 output, rated output power is 200 mW into 75 Ω. •...
  • Page 20 General Description Features Overview Tandem Operation Tandem mode enables operation of two controllers simultaneously. The controllers synchronizing each other in such a way, that both display the same information. Illumination The illumination of LCD and push buttons can be controlled either directly from the front panel via the user menu or externally via the dimming input lines.

  • Page 21: Technical Data

    Number of channels (-1XX variant) 2280 +760 (-0XX variant) Storage Temperature range -55...+85 °C all variants Operating Temperature range -20...+55 °C AR620X-(XXX), RCU6201-(XXX) -40...+55 °C RT6201-(XXX) short-time +70 °C all variants Operating Altitude 35 000 ft Vibration Category S (Curve M) +...

  • Page 22: Receiver Data For Ar620X And Rt6201

    General Description Technical Data 1.7.1. Receiver Data for AR620X and RT6201 Technical characteristics AR620X, RT6201 Sensitivity ≤ -101 dBm for a (S+N)/N ratio of 6 dB (nominal) ≤ -93 dBm for a (S+N)/N ratio of 6 dB (qualified under environmental conditions) Effective bandwidth ≥...

  • Page 23: Transmitter Data Ar620X And Rt6201

    Technical Data 1.7.2. Transmitter Data AR620X and RT6201 Technical characteristics AR620X, RT6201 Output power into 50 Ω ≥ 6 W for AR620X-(X2X) and RT6201-(X2X) (with and without modulation) ≥ 10 W for AR620X-(X1X) and RT6201-(X1X) Frequency tolerance ≤ ±5 ppm...

  • Page 24: Dimensions & Weight

    "OFF" soon). In this case, a headset is required to continue operation of the transceiver. This data is applicable for AR620X and RCU6201. Technical characteristics Panel &...
  • Page 25 General Description Technical Data Condition Section Cat. Description High Ground Survival Temperature +85 °C High Short-Time Operating Temp. 4.5.2 +70 °C High Operating Temp. +55 °C In-flight Loss of Cooling 4.5.5 No forced cooling required Altitude 4.6.1 35000 ft Decompression 4.6.2 Overpressure 4.6.3...

  • Page 26: Environmental Qualification Rt6201

    General Description Technical Data 1.7.6. Environmental Qualification RT6201 Under environmental test, condition in accordance with the procedures set forth in EUROCAE/RTCA Document ED-14F/DO-160F following performance has been demonstrated. Condition Section Cat. Description Temperature and Altitude Ground Survival Low Temperature -55 °C Short-Time Operating Low Temperature 4.5.1 -40 °C...

  • Page 27: Software

    System and Equipment Certification”. Hereby ‘Design Assurance Level’ (DAL) “C” was followed and the complete software documentation is based on this level. Nevertheless, Becker claimed for AR6201 family software in accordance with EUROCAE/RTCA Document ED-12B/DO-178B the Design Assurance Level D.

  • Page 28: Approvals

    General Description Technical Data 1.7.9. Approvals Unauthorized changes or modifications to the 620X transceiver may void the compliance to the required regulatory agencies and authorization for continued equipment usage. AR6201 Single Block Transceiver Part Number Article Number EASA Approval TSO Conformity FCC Approval EASA.21O.1249 ETSO-2C37e...

  • Page 29: Fcc Approval

    This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Becker Avionics may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. DV14307.03 Issue 04 March 2016...

  • Page 30: Order Code

    General Description Order Code 1.8. Order Code 1.8.1. 620X AR6201 Single Block Transceiver AR6201-(012), 8.33/25 kHz, 10 W at 28 V Article no. 0631.418-910 AR6201-(022), 8.33/25 kHz, 6 W at 12 V Article-no. 0636.339-910 AR6201-(112), 25 kHz, 10 W at 28 V Article-no.
  • Page 31 Mounting Kit MK6403-1 Article no. 0598.569-284 Adapter for AR3201 wiring 1AD042 Article no. 0877.522-959 Available Documentation Operating Instructions AR620X, RT6201, RCU6201, English Article no. 0638.420-071 Operating Instructions AR620X, RT6201, RCU6201, German Article no. 0641.413-071 Manual Installation and Operation 620X Family, English Article no.
  • Page 32 General Description Order Code Blank Page Transceiver Family 620X DV14307.03 Issue 04 March 2016...

  • Page 33: Installation

    The equipment is not qualified for installation in areas where fluid contamination is quite likely. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved in written form by Becker may void the authorization to operate this equipment. Packaging, Transport, Storage 2.2.

  • Page 34: Device Assignment

    Installation Device Assignment Make sure to transport the device always in a safe manner and with the aid of suitable lifting equipment if necessary. Do never use the electric connections for lifting. Before the transport, a clean, level surface should be prepared to place the device on. The electric connections may not be damaged when placing the device.

  • Page 35: Type Plate

    Installation Mechanical Installation 2.3.3. Type Plate The device type is defined by the type plate (on the housing): Figure 2-1: Type plate (example) Explanation: Type designation: AR6201 = Single Block VHF Transceiver 58 mm (2¼ inch) AR6203 = Single Block VHF Transceiver 160 mm (6.3 inch) RT6201 = Remote VHF Transceiver RCU6201 = Remote Control Unit 58 mm (2¼...

  • Page 36: Mechanical Installation

    Installation Mechanical Installation 2.4. Mechanical Installation The device must not be opened. When installing the device, make sure the heat dissipators of the device receive sufficient air. Keep an efficient distance of the devices with integrated ventilator fans in order to ensure free circulation of the cooling air.
  • Page 37 Installation Mechanical Installation Dimensions mm (inch) 39.3 (1.55 in) 60.2±0.4 (2.37 in ±0.015) 65.9±0.4 (2.59 in ±0.015) Figure 2-4: RCU6201 side view DV14307.03 Issue 04 March 2016 Transceiver Family 620X...
  • Page 38 Installation Mechanical Installation Dimensions mm (inch) 205.7 ±1.5 (8.098 in ±0.059) 168.4 ±0.8 (6.63 in ±0.031) 72.6 ±5 16.4 ±0.5 (2.86 in ±0.2) (0.65 in ±0.02) 17.9 ±0.4 34.4±3 (1.35 in ±0.12) (0.70 in ±0.016) CENTER OF GRAVITY Figure 2-5: AR6201 top view, side view Transceiver Family 620X DV14307.03 Issue 04 March 2016...

  • Page 39: Ar6203 Installation

    Installation Mechanical Installation 2.4.2. AR6203 Installation Install AR6203 in the aircraft instrument panel within easy view and reach of pilot/operator. The location for AR6203 installation shall be at least 30 cm away from the aircraft magnetic compass, to avoid any interference to the magnetic compass caused by the transceiver. Leave a clearance of minimum 5 mm between the AR6203 and other avionics to allow air circulation.
  • Page 40 Installation Mechanical Installation Dimensions mm (inch) Figure 2-7: Mounting kit MK6403-1 (for AR6203) Dimensions MK6403 40.6 mm (1.598 in) 160.3 mm (6.311 in) 153.8 mm (6.055 in) Transceiver Family 620X DV14307.03 Issue 04 March 2016...

  • Page 41: Rt6201 Installation

    Installation Mechanical Installation 2.4.3. RT6201 Installation Install the RT6201 at a suitable place in the aircraft for example directly on avionic bay or by using mounting kit MK6201-(010). To meet the conditions for certification use the mounting method with mounting kit. The mounting location for RT6201 shall be at least 30 cm away from the aircraft magnetic compass, to avoid any interference to the magnetic compass by the transceiver.
  • Page 42 Installation Mechanical Installation Dimensions mm (inch) Figure 2-9: RT6201 front view Figure 2-10: MK6201-(010) mounting kit Figure 2-11: RT6201 with mounting kit MK6201 Transceiver Family 620X DV14307.03 Issue 04 March 2016...
  • Page 43 Installation Mechanical Installation RT6201: Installation using Mounting Kit The necessary dimensions for installation using the mounting kit MK6201-(010) are given in Figure 2-12 (dedicated holes marked with "B" letter). Dimensions mm (inch) Figure 2-12: MK6201-(010) mounting slot fixing holes First, secure the mounting kit frame in the aircraft, and then slide flat part "X" Figure 2-11 of the RT6201 into the mounting slot S (Figure 2-10).

  • Page 44: Electrical Interface

    Electrical Interface 2.5. Electrical Interface 2.5.1. Connector and Pin Assignment (AR620X and RT6201) Antenna Connector (Position 1) The antenna connector (Figure 2-14, position 1) is a BNC type. The antenna port designed for operating with a nominal impedance of 50 Ω.
  • Page 45 Installation Electrical Interface P1 Connector (System Interfaces) The P1 connector (Figure 2-14 and Figure 2-15, Position 3) is a DSUB male connector with 25 pins and slide-in fastener. Pin No. Pin Name Direction Function P1-1 SPK_HI Speaker output signal (hot) P1-2 HDPH1_A Balanced output for headphone(s)1...
  • Page 46 Installation Electrical Interface J1 Connector (Serial Interfaces and Discrete I/O’s) The J1 connector is a D_SUB female connector with 25 sockets and slide-in fastener. Pin No. Pin Name Direction Function J1-1 CPIN Reserved coding pin J1-2 TX2+ Auxiliary control interface J1-3 RX2+ Auxiliary Control Interface...

  • Page 47: Inputs / Outputs

    Installation Electrical Interface 2.5.1.1. Inputs / Outputs Microphone Connection – Standard Microphones Pin No. Pin Name Direction Function P1-8 MIKE_STD_LO Standard microphone(s) low (ground/return) used for STD1, STD2 and STD3 P1-9 MIKE_STD2_HI Standard microphone 2 high (hot) P1-18 MIKE_STD1_HI Standard microphone 1 high (hot) P1-19 MIKE_STD3_HI Standard microphone 3 high (hot)
  • Page 48 Installation Electrical Interface The magnetic field of a speaker influences the magnetic compass. When choosing the mounting point, a safe distance between the compass and the speaker must be determined. After speaker installation, verify the accuracy of the magnetic compass. Headphone(s) Connection Pin No.
  • Page 49 (passenger) ACTIVE state - closed contact to GND AR620X transceiver provides two microphone paths. Each microphone path allows connection of two individual microphones. Depending on configuration, it is possible to connect pilot and co-pilot microphones on one path and two passenger microphones on the second.
  • Page 50 Installation Electrical Interface Power Indication (/PWR_EVAL) Pin No. Pin Name Direction Function Power on Monitor output: P1-24 /PWR_EVAL AR6201 "OFF" - open circuit AR6201 on - closed circuit to GND (max. 100 mA) This output indicates whether the transceiver is in "ON" or "OFF" status by means of an open collector function.

  • Page 51: Connector And Pin Assignment (Rcu6201)

    Installation Electrical Interface 2.5.2. Connector and Pin Assignment (RCU6201) Figure 2-16: Connector on rear plate of RCU6201 P1 Connector (System Interface) The P1 connector (Figure 2-16) is a DSUB male connector with 15 pins and slide-in fastener. Pin No. Pin Name Direction Function P1-1...

  • Page 52: Installation And Configuration

    Protect the power supply with a 7.5 A fuse. The VHF transceiver is protected internally by a 5 A fuse. • Type-specific cable harnesses are also available for the aircraft wiring (contact Becker Avionics for detailed information). • No RF antenna cables or HF cables should be included in the cable harnesses of the system.

  • Page 53: Antenna Installation

    "BRIGHTENSS" or "ILLUMINATION CURVE" are required. Note: • For single block AR620X, primary controller is this one directly connected to transceiver, for remote RT6201 transceiver primary controller is this one connected to primary control interface. •...

  • Page 54: Start Configuration Setup

    The setting of any parameter is stored immediately after changing the parameter. 2.8.4. Leave Configuration Setup Switch "OFF" the AR620X or RCU6201 to terminate the setup. All changes made up to this time will be stored automatically. No special action is required before leaving setup page.

  • Page 55: Configuration Setup Pages - Description

    "DEVICE INFO": After entering the "Configuration Setup" the first page "DEVICE INFO" is displayed. This page shows information about the SW version and the serial number of the transceiver. For AR620X "DEVICE INFO" displays information about; AR620X DEVICE INFO •...
  • Page 56 Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "BRIGHTNESS": BRIGHTNESS The brightness of the LCD and push-button illumination can be adjusted between 0% (off) and 100%. Select your brightness by turning "ROTARY ENCODER". The BRIGHTNESS settings can also be adjusted in the user menu. Pilots can change the parameter at any time. BRIGHTNESS settings are separate for each controller therefore this menu is available on both controllers.
  • Page 57 Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "MEM OPTIONS": Two options can be selected on "MEMORY OPTIONS" page. By means of the "ROTARY ENCODER" one option can be highlighted and enabled/ disabled by pushing the "STO" button. CHANNEL STORE: MEM OPTIONS If this option is enabled frequencies can be stored in any of the 99 CHANNEL STORE ...
  • Page 58 TANDEM CONFIGURATION If selected, a second controller RCU6201 can be connected to TANDEM  AR620X/RT6201.  AUX INPUT AUX INPUT  AUX AUTO MUTE If selected, the auxiliary audio signal applied to pins P1-4 / pin P1-21 is  AUTO ISOL IN TX audible on headphone / speaker.
  • Page 59 Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "AUTO AUX ATT": AUTO AUX ATT On "AUTO AUX ATT" page the attenuation for the auxiliary audio input can be adjusted between 0...40 dB by turning the "ROTARY ENCODER" When intercommunication is initiated (regardless of the intercom activation: "VOX", or "/IC"...
  • Page 60 Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description path 2 Input /IC (Pin P1-7) activates intercom only from microphone path 1 "OUTPUTS" HDPH 1 ENABLED Audio available on headphone 1 output (Pins P1-2/P1-3) HDPH 1 DISABLED No audio available on headphone 1 output. HDPH 2 ENABLED Audio is available on headphone 2 output (Pins P1-20/P1-22), speaker not available.
  • Page 61 Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description DYN MIKE Dynamic microphone input (Pins P1-6/ P1-5) is selected NONE No microphones is used in microphone path 2 "MIC ACTIVATION" BOTH MIKES ENABLED: Input /PTT1 (Pin P1-17) activates transmission from microphone path 1 and 2 Input /PTT2 (Pin J1-5) activates transmission from microphone path 2 and 1...
  • Page 62 Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description The factory setting is 110 mV. STD1 MIKE SENS The VU meter displays the current signal level on the audio input and also displays the highest signal value for the last 3 seconds. 20 dB 150 mV When speaking normally into the microphone the bar graph should remain within the recommended predefined range...
  • Page 63 Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "STD2 MIKE SENS": The sensitivity of standard microphone 2 input can be adjusted in range from 9...1500 mV by turning the "ROTARY ENCODER". The default setting is 110 mV. STD2 MIKE SENS VU meter displays current value of audio level from standard microphone input 2 and displays the highest value of active audio level 20 dB 150 mV...
  • Page 64 RCU6201. BOTH If "BOTH" is selected the speaker volume will be adjustable by the arithmetic average value from AR620X and RCU6201. Note: Menu available on primary controller. If optional second controller (RCU6201) is not available then SPKR VOLUME SOURCE shall be set to the PRIMARY CH "SQUELCH THR":...
  • Page 65 Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description Note: Menu available on primary controller. "SCAN HOLD TIME": The "SCAN HOLD_TIME" is adjustable within the range of 1...60 seconds by turning the "ROTARY ENCODER". The default factory setting is 1. SCAN HOLD TIME Note: Menu available on primary controller.
  • Page 66 Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "ERASE FRQ LAB": The 620X transceiver provides a third database, "FRQUENCY LABELS DATABASE", containing 99 text labels of max 10 characters each. Text labels can be assigned to any of the frequencies (CH01 to CH99), the labels are stored manually.
  • Page 67 Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "RECALL DEF:": The factory default settings are the settings of the device when it left the factory after production. To restore the factory settings; RECALL DEF. 1. Select "YES" via the "ROTARY ENCODER". 2. PRESS the "STO" push-button to confirm. Restoring the factory default settings will overwrite all previous and customized configuration settings! Note: Menu available on primary controller.

  • Page 68: Factory Default Settings

    Installation Factory Default Settings 2.9. Factory Default Settings  Enabled  Disabled  Selected  De-Selected Setting name Value DEVICE INFO DIMMING INPUT NONE BRIGHTNESS MEMORY OPTIONS  CHANNEL STORE  STORE LAST CHANNEL MDE PAGES  STANDBY FREQUENCY  BATTERY VOLTAGE ...
  • Page 69 Installation Factory Default Settings Setting name Value IN/OUT CFG2 MICROPHONE 1  STD 1 MIKE  STD 2 MIKE  STD 3 MIKE  DYN MIKE  NONE MICROPHONE 2  STD 1 MIKE  STD 2 MIKE  STD 3 MIKE ...

  • Page 70: Wiring Diagrams And Settings

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10. Wiring Diagrams and Settings Installation of the unit varies according to aircraft and equipment design. It is therefore only possible to provide general guidelines in this section. 2.10.1. Single Seat Glider 2.10.1.1. Configuration Setup Sub-Menu Function: / Selection "SPKR VOLUME...

  • Page 71: Wiring Diagrams Single Seat Glider

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.1.2. Wiring Diagrams Single Seat Glider ANTENNA ANTENNA Frequency Exchange (Remote Flip-Flop) optional /EXT_SO 12 12 21 21 D_GND /MIKE_SW D_GND 23 23 Battery AWG20 P_SUPP 12 12 12 V 7.5 A P_SUPP 11 11 24 24 /PWR_EVAL P_SUPP_GND...

  • Page 72: Wiring Diagrams Single Seat Glider 5-Pol Din Jack

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.1.3. Wiring Diagrams Single Seat Glider 5-pol DIN Jack ANTENNA ANTENNA Frequency Exchange (Remote Flip-Flop) optional /EXT_SO 12 12 D_GND 21 21 /MIKE_SW D_GND 23 23 Battery AWG20 12 12 P_SUPP 12 V 7.5 A P_SUPP 11 11 24 24...

  • Page 73: Twin Seat Motor Glider

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.2. Twin Seat Motor Glider 2.10.2.1. Configuration Setup Sub-Menu Function: / Selection "SPKR VOLUME BOTH SOURCE "CONFIGURATION" "SWAP MIKE IC" Disabled "IN/OUT CFG1" "MICROPHONE 1" STD_1 MIKE (/MIKE_SW open): "MICROPHONE 2" NONE "BOTH MIKES" Enabled "HEADPHONE 1"...

  • Page 74: Wiring Diagram Twin Seat Motor Glider

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.2.2. Wiring Diagram Twin Seat Motor Glider ANTENNA ANTENNA Frequency Exchange (Remote Flip-Flop) optional /EXT_SO 12 12 D_GND 21 21 Standard Mike /MIKE_SW SPEAKER Off Dynamic Mike D_GND 23 23 SPEAKER On SUPPLY AWG20 12 12 P_SUPP 14 V / 28 V 7.5 A...

  • Page 75: General Aviation (Ga) Aircraft

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.3. General Aviation (GA) Aircraft 2.10.3.1. Configuration Setup (using Standard Microphones) Sub-Menu Function: / Selection "SPKR VOLUME BOTH SOURCE "CONFIGURATION" "SWAP MIKE IC" Disabled "IN/OUT CFG1" "MICROPHONE 1" STD1_MIKE (/MIKE_SW open): "MICROPHONE 2" NONE "BOTH MIKES" Disabled "HEADPHONE 1"...

  • Page 76: Wiring Diagram General Aviation Ga Using Standard Microphones

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.3.2. Wiring Diagram General Aviation GA Using Standard Microphones ANTENNA ANTENNA Frequency Exchange (Remote Flip-Flop) optional /EXT_SO 12 12 21 21 D_GND SPEAKER Off /MIKE_SW SPEAKER On D_GND 23 23 SUPPLY AWG20 12 12 P_SUPP 14 V / 28 V 7.5 A P_SUPP...

  • Page 77: Individual Dual Headset Configuration (Two Ic Circuit)

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.4. Individual Dual Headset Configuration (two IC Circuit) 2.10.4.1. Configuration Setup Sub-Menu Function: / Selection "SPKR VOLUME BOTH SOURCE "CONFIGURATION" "SWAP MIKE IC" Disabled "IN/OUT CFG1" "MICROPHONE 1" STD1_MIKE (/MIKE_SW open): "MICROPHONE 2" STD2_MIKE "BOTH MIKES" Disabled "HEADPHONE 1"...

  • Page 78: Wiring Diagram Individual Dual Headset Configuration - Two Ic Circuit

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.4.2. Wiring Diagram Individual Dual Headset Configuration - two IC Circuit ANTENNA ANTENNA Frequency Exchange (Remote Flip-Flop) optional /EXT_SO 12 12 21 21 D_GND PTT Copilot /PTT2 SPEAKER Off /MIKE_SW SPEAKER On D_GND 23 23 AWG20 12 12 P_SUPP...

  • Page 79: Twin Seat With Ar620X Tandem Configuration

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.5. Twin Seat with AR620X Tandem Configuration 2.10.5.1. Configuration Setup Sub-Menu Function: / Selection "SPKR VOLUME BOTH SOURCE "CONFIGURATION" "SWAP MIKE IC" Disabled "IN/OUT CFG1" "MICROPHONE 1" STD1_MIKE (/MIKE_SW open): "MICROPHONE 2" NONE "BOTH MIKES"...

  • Page 80: Wiring Diagram Twin Seat With Ar620X Tandem Configuration

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.5.2. Wiring Diagram Twin Seat with AR620X Tandem Configuration ANTENNA ANTENNA Frequency Exchange (Remote Flip-Flop) optional /EXT_SO 12 12 D_GND 21 21 /PTT2 PTT Copilot SPEAKER Off /MIKE_SW 24 24 SPEAKER On D_GND 23 23...

  • Page 81: Aircraft With Four Seats (No Tandem)

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.6. Aircraft with four Seats (no TANDEM) 2.10.6.1. Configuration Setup Sub-Menu Function: / Selection "SPKR VOLUME BOTH SOURCE "CONFIGURATION" "SWAP MIKE IC" Disabled "IN/OUT CFG1" "MICROPHONE 1" STD1_MIKE (/MIKE_SW open): "MICROPHONE 2" STD3_MIKE "BOTH MIKES" Enabled "HEADPHONE 1"...

  • Page 82: Wiring Diagram Aircraft With Four Seats - No Tandem

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.6.2. Wiring Diagram Aircraft with four Seats - no TANDEM ANTENNA ANTENNA Frequency Exchange (Remote Flip-Flop) optional /EXT_SO 12 12 D_GND 21 21 /PTT2 PTT Copilot SPEAKER Off 24 24 /MIKE_SW SPEAKER On D_GND 23 23 ISOL Off /ISOL 20 20...

  • Page 83: Installation With Rt6201 And Rcu6201

    2.10.7. Installation with RT6201 and RCU6201 RT6201 with primary controller RCU6201 can be used in all presented installation wirings. RT6201 with RCU6201 replace a AR620X. The connection between RT6201 and RCU6201 is shown in the wiring diagram below. 2.10.7.1. Wiring Diagram with RT6201 and RCU6201...

  • Page 84: Aircraft With Intercom System

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.8. Aircraft with Intercom System 2.10.8.1. Configuration Setup Sub-Menu Function: / Selection "SPKR VOLUME SOURCE BOTH "CONFIGURATION" "SWAP MIKE IC" Disabled "IN/OUT CFG1": "MICROPHONE 1" STD1_MIKE "MICROPHONE 2" NONE "BOTH MIKES" Enabled "HEADPHONE 1" Enabled "SPEAKER"...

  • Page 85: Wiring Diagram Aircraft With Intercom System Unbalanced

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.8.2. Wiring Diagram Aircraft with Intercom System unbalanced ANTENNA ANTENNA /EXT_SO 12 12 21 21 D_GND /MIKE_SW 24 24 SUPPLY D_GND 23 23 14 V / 28 V AWG20 12 12 P_SUPP 7.5 A 11 11 P_SUPP 24 24 /PWR_EVAL...

  • Page 86: Wiring Diagram Aircraft With Intercom System Balanced

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.8.3. Wiring Diagram Aircraft with Intercom System Balanced ANTENNA ANTENNA /EXT_SO 12 12 21 21 D_GND /MIKE_SW 24 24 SUPPLY D_GND 23 23 14 V / 28 V AWG20 12 12 P_SUPP 7.5 A 11 11 P_SUPP 24 24 /PWR_EVAL...

  • Page 87: Twin Seat With Rt6201 Tandem Configuration

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.9. Twin Seat with RT6201 Tandem Configuration 2.10.9.1. Configuration Setup Sub-Menu Function: / Selection "SPKR VOLUME BOTH SOURCE "CONFIGURATION" "SWAP MIKE IC" Disabled "IN/OUT CFG1" "MICROPHONE 1" STD1_MIKE (/MIKE_SW open): "MICROPHONE 2" NONE "BOTH MIKES" Enabled "HEADPHONE 1"...

  • Page 88: Wiring Diagram Twin Seat With Rt6201 Tandem Configuration

    Installation Wiring Diagrams and Settings 2.10.9.2. Wiring Diagram Twin Seat with RT6201 Tandem Configuration ANTENNA Frequency Exchange ANTENNA RCU6201-(X1X) (Remote Flip-Flop) optional 25 25 /EXT_ON 13 13 /EXCH_CH 15 15 TX0_422+ RX2+ PRIMARY RX2- 10 10 TX0_422- RX0_422+ TX2+ RX0_422- TX2- D_GND 23 23...

  • Page 89: Predesigned Cable Harness

    Installation Predesigned Cable Harness 2.11. Predesigned Cable Harness 2.11.1. 1K065 for General Aviation Figure 2-30: Cable harness 1K065 Connector Dsub connector (to P1 unit connector) Connector for PTT switch (see 7) Power supply lines 2x Microphone, jack socket PJ68 2x Phone, jack socket PJ55 Audio input, jack socket 3.5 mm PTT switch Order code see: "Accessories", page 30.

  • Page 90: Pin Compatibility Ar4201 - Ar6201

    Installation Retrofitting AR4201 with AR6201 2.12.1. Pin Compatibility AR4201 - AR6201 AR4201 AR4201 AR6201 AR6201 Pin Name Function Pin Name Function Speaker output, Speaker output, P1-1 AF-ASYM SPK_HI unbalanced unbalanced Headphone output, Headphone 1 output, P1-2 AF-HI HDPH1_A balanced balanced Headphone output, Headphone 1 output, P1-3...

  • Page 91: Dynamic Microphone Input

    Installation Retrofitting AR4201 with AR6201 AR4201 AR4201 AR6201 AR6201 Pin Name Function Pin Name Function Power on monitor, Power on monitor +13.75V open collector output, P1-24 Switched positive /PWR_EVAL SWITCHED conducting to GND for power supply. "On" Power supply return / Power supply return / P1-25 GROUND P_SUPP_GND...

  • Page 92: Afcu/Agc/Afwb

    Installation Post Installation Tests 2.12.5. AFCU/AGC/AFWB Not used in aircraft installations, remove pins P1-15 and pin P1-16. 2.12.6. CPIN (if Installed) No influence in retrofit installation, please remove coding cap from the connector hole. 2.12.7. +13.75 V Switched (AR4201) - PWR_EVAL (AR6201) The AR6201 provides on pin P1-24 a low signal when the unit is switched on and a high impedance signal, when switched off.
  • Page 93 Installation Post Installation Tests Aircraft System Function NOT OK Audio Generators / Inverters GPS System Compass 1 VHF / NAV1 all channels VHF / NAV 2 all channels Marker Beacon Motor(s) Engine Instruments Stormscope Transponder Air Data Computer Autopilot and Servos •...

  • Page 94: Flight Test Check

    Installation Post Installation Tests Channel Frequency (MHz) 121.140 121.1416 121.150 121.1500 121.155 121.1500 121.160 121.1583 121.165 121.1666 121.175 121.1750 121.180 121.1750 121.185 121.1833 121.190 121.1916 121.200 121.2000 121.205 121.2000 121.210 121.2083 131.240 131.2416 131.250 131.2500 131.255 131.2500 131.260 131.2583 131.265 131.2666 131.275 131.2750...

  • Page 95: Trouble Shooting

    Installation Trouble Shooting 2.14. Trouble Shooting Problem Possible Reason Proposed Solution No Intercom function. VOX is switched "OFF", or Adjust the VOX to a lower value. A adjusted to a too high value. value of "-15" is suitable in most (You can’t hear yourself when cases.

  • Page 96: Continued Airworthiness

    Installation Continued Airworthiness Problem Possible Reason Proposed Solution Antenna VSWR exceeds 3:1. Possibly caused by a defective, Check for sufficient size of the or insufficient counterpoise for counterpoise and make sure there the antenna. is no mechanical defect on the antenna.

  • Page 97: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Device Description Operating Instructions In this chapter you can read about: 3.1. Device Description ........................97 3.1.1. Device Assignment ......................97 3.1.2. Type Plate ......................... 97 3.2. Controls and Indicators ....................... 99 3.3. Start-Up ............................. 100 3.4. Receive and Transmit Mode ..................... 100 3.4.1.
  • Page 98 Operating Instructions Device Description A voice communication test shall be performed before starting the engine. It should be noted that, if the communication test is carried out close to a ground station, the results may be positive even if the antenna cable is broken or short-circuited.

  • Page 99: Controls And Indicators

    Operating Instructions Controls and Indicators 3.2. Controls and Indicators AR620X and RCU6201 AR6203 Figure 3-1: Controls and indicators Symbol Description Main Function IC/SQL "Short press" during normal operation toggles the RX -SQL ON/OFF. (Intercom/Squelch) "Long press" during normal operation activates Intercom Menu.

  • Page 100: Start-Up

    Operating Instructions Start-Up If any action by the user is invalid, the whole display inverting for a short time. Symbols shown on the Display Symbol Function Intercom operation is active (triggered by VOX or external IC key) Intercom operation via VOX is disabled The transceiver is in transmit operation The squelch function is active, weak RX signals suppressed.

  • Page 101: Frequency Selection Modes

    "STUCK PTT" is indicated (refer to page 113). For initiation of a new transmission, /PTT line needs first to become inactive. Frequency Selection Modes 3.5. Following frequency selection modes are available on AR620X and RCU6201: • Standard mode • Direct tune mode •...

  • Page 102: Direct Tune Mode

    Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes Changing the preset frequency in standard mode: • Make a "short press" on the "ROTARY ENCODER" for modification of the 100 MHz digits. Rotate the "ROTARY ENCODER" clockwise/counter clockwise to change the frequency in 1 MHz steps. 118.005 128.000 •...
  • Page 103 Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes Changing the active frequency when in direct tune mode: • Make a "short press" on the "ROTARY ENCODER" for modification of the 100 MHz digits. Rotate the "ROTARY ENCODER" clockwise/counter clockwise to change the frequency in 1 MHz steps.

  • Page 104: Channel Mode

    Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes 3.5.3. Channel Mode The channel mode shows data from User Channels Database (indicated by "CH"), or Last Channels Database (indicated by "LAST") and shows if applied a customized label (identifier) for the frequency (max. 10 characters). The channel database provides storage of: •...

  • Page 105: Frequency Storage Functions

    Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes 3.5.4. Frequency Storage Functions Start store function by pressing: • "STO" key in "Standard Mode", "Direct Tune Mode" and "SCAN Mode". During this procedure, the display looks similar to the channel mode with one difference that "STO"...

  • Page 106: Automatic Storage Function

    Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes 3.5.5. Automatic Storage Function The transceiver stores 9 recently selected frequencies and updates the last channels database during operation in "Standard Mode", "Direct Tune Mode" and "Scan Mode". When changing to a new active frequency, the previous active frequency is stored "LAST" in memory LAST 1.

  • Page 107: Scan Mode

    Operating Instructions SQUELCH 3.5.6. Scan Mode In Scan Mode the display shows both the active frequency on the top line and the preset frequency on the bottom line. The SCAN sign in the display indicates that scan function is active. 118.005 127.000 SCAN...

  • Page 108: Squelch

    Operating Instructions SQUELCH 3.6. SQUELCH Independent of the selected operation menu, squelch can be toggled "ON" or "OFF" by a short press on "SQL/IC" key. • If the squelch function is active ("ON") the receivers noise is muted. • If the squelch is "OFF" the arrow sign "►" in front of the active frequency stay visible all the time and receiver noise will be audible as long as signal is receiving.

  • Page 109: Auxiliary Audio Input

    This function automatically mutes the audio signal from the auxiliary audio input as long as the AR620X detects (based on squelch evaluation) a RX signal or the user deactivates the squelch manually. If this function is disabled the signal from the auxiliary audio input is permanently audible on the audio output, independently of the received signal or the squelch status.

  • Page 110: Vox & Speaker Operation

    Operating Instructions VOX & Speaker Operation • It is enabled • User switched the VOX off In both cases, VOX is disabled and the display shows the sign to indicate that activation via VOX is not possible. 118.005 127.000 Intercom Operation via Intercom Switch Via intercom switch (pin P1-7) independent of VOX or speaker status (enabled/disabled) the intercom operation can be activated externally.
  • Page 111 Operating Instructions Menus Intercom Volume Menu The active frequency is indicated in the top line of the display, the "IC VOLUME" label and a bar graph with numerical value are show in the bottom line. 118.005 IC VOLUME By means of the "ROTARY ENCODER", the intercom volume is changeable from zero to 46. The intercom volume setting affects the intercom audio and sidetone signal, routed to the headphone.

  • Page 112: User Menu

    Operating Instructions Menus 3.12.2. User Menu Press the "MDE" key for 2 seconds to start the user menu. Toggling between the pages by a short press of the "MDE" key, or by a short press of the "ROTARY ENCODER". The user menu consists of two pages: •...

  • Page 113: Warning And Failure Indications

    Operating Instructions Warning and Failure Indications 3.13. Warning and Failure Indications Display Contents Description "LOW BATT" is indicated if the supply voltage of the transceiver is below the threshold defined in the configuration setup. 118.005 The transceiver is still operable but may have a reduced performance depending on supply voltage.
  • Page 114 Operating Instructions Warning and Failure Indications In case of additional questions contact your local Becker Avionics dealer or forward your request direct to Becker Avionics "Customer Service”. In the event of damage or a defect, the entire device must be returned for repair. The repair must be made by trained Becker Avionics personnel.
  • Page 115 Operating Instructions Warning and Failure Indications DV14307.03 Issue 04 March 2016 Transceiver Family 620X...

  • Page 116: Index

    Wiring Diagrams and Settings ....... 70 We reserve the right to make technical changes. The data correspond to the current status at the time of printing. © 2016 by Becker Avionics GmbH / all rights reserved *** End of the Document *** Transceiver Family 620X...

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