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Preface Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing a Becker Avionics product. We are pleased that you have chosen our product and we are confident that it will meet your expectations. For development and manufacturing 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 standards.
Becker Avionics Installation and Operation Table of Contents General Description ........................11 Introduction..........................12 Purpose of Equipment ......................... 13 General Notes ..........................13 Variants Overview ........................14 1.4.1 Software Status ......................... 14 1.4.2 Short Description ......................14 Scope of Functionality ......................... 16 1.5.1...
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Certificates ........................... 79 Certificate Info ..........................79 BAF Approval - GT6201 ......................80 EC Declaration of Conformity – GT6201-05 ................82 EC Declaration of Conformity – GT6201-10 ................84 EC Declaration of Conformity – GT6201-05-R ................86 EC Declaration of Conformity – GT6201-10-R ................88 Approval - Telecommunication Office Italy ..................
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Becker Avionics Installation and Operation List of Figures Figure 1: GT6201 Single Block Transceiver ......................14 Figure 2: GT6201 Remote-Controlled Transceiver ....................15 Figure 3: RCU62X1 Remote Control Unit ......................15 Figure 4: Type Plate (Example) ..........................30 Figure 5: Dimensions: GT6201 Single Block Transceiver ..................32 Figure 6: Dimensions: GT6201-XX-R Remote-Controlled Transceiver ..............
Becker Avionics Installation and Operation List of Abbreviations RSSI Received Signal Strength Indication Receive Squelch RSSI Received Signal Strength Indicator SPKR Speaker (Loudspeaker) Source Software TufLok®, self-locking screws and threads Transmit Voice Operated Switch Very High Frequency VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio...
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Becker Avionics Installation and Operation General Safety Definitions Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not prevented, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not prevented, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not prevented, could result in minor or moderate injury.
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Becker Avionics Installation and Operation Non-Warranty Clause We checked the contents of this publication for compliance with the associated hard and software. We can, however, not exclude discrepancies and do therefore not accept any liability for the exact compliance. The information in this publication is regularly checked, necessary corrections will be part of the subsequent publications.
1.9.4 Documentation ........................25 This manual describes the Becker VHF-Ground-Transceiver GT6201. The type plate on your device shows the part number for identification purposes (see "Type Plate", page 30). Before starting operation of the device(s) please read this manual carefully, with particular attention to the description referring to your device(s).
Becker Avionics General Description Introduction Introduction The technical information in this document applies to the product and variants of GT6201. We use also the term GT6201 for descriptions instead writing the complete model • number. • If a description refers to only one of the product variants its full name is used.
Becker Avionics General Description General Notes Purpose of Equipment The VHF-Ground-Transceivers GT6201 are specified for operations on airports, airfields or airline operation stations. The GT6201 is a ground-based equipment made for installation in desk-cabinets, • 19-inch racks or cars. The GT6201-XX-R variant is a remote-controlled device, which does not include a control panel.
Becker Avionics General Description Variants Overview Variants Overview GT 6201 - XX - R Options* R= Remote Controlled (optional) Identifier Model Number RF Power Class 05= 6 W RF Power Output 10= 10 W RF Power Output * only available as component with TG660 or for customer specific applications.
Becker Avionics General Description Variants Overview 1.4.2.2 GT6201-XX-R Remote-Controlled Transceiver The GT6201-XX-R is a remote-controlled device. It does not include a control panel. • It can receive commands and supplies data through the RCU62X1 (Remote Control Unit) • or a third-party controller.
Becker Avionics General Description Scope of Functionality Scope of Functionality 1.5.1 Frequency Indication A liquid crystal display (LCD) do the frequency indication. • The required operating frequency is selectable with a rotary encoder. • The relation between the real operating frequency and the shown frequency complies with •...
Becker Avionics General Description Scope of Functionality 1.5.4 AF Auxiliary Input The AF auxiliary input is the interface to connect an external audio source (e.g. other radio • services, music-player) . The interconnection of multiple external audio sources on this port make an additional external decupling/isolation resistor necessary.
Becker Avionics General Description Scope of Functionality 1.5.12 Built-In Tests Power-On Built-In Test After power-on, the device starts a self-test (PBIT). • The display shows the message "WAIT" and the software versions of the control head and the chassis module.
Becker Avionics General Description Restriction for Use Safety-Conscious Utilization For safe operation of the product the notes have to be obeyed: • The installation may be carried out only by authorized personnel. The country regulations always have to be obeyed.
Temperature range Operating: -20...+55 °C Storage: -55...+85 °C Power consumption Power off state @ 12 VDC GT6201-05 (6 W): ≤ 0.10 mA GT6201-10 (10 W): ≤ 0.10 mA GT6201-05-R (6 W): ≤ 0.10 mA GT6201-10-R (10 W): ≤ 0.10 mA...
Transmitter Data GT6201 Transmitter Data Specifications Output power into 50 Ω GT6201-05: ≥ 6 W (with and without modulation) GT6201-05-R: ≥ 6 W GT6201-10: ≥ 10 W GT6201-10-R: ≥ 10 W Frequency tolerance ≤ ±1 ppm Duty cycle 120 s (TX) : 480 s (RX) Modulation depth ≥...
Becker Avionics General Description Technical Data 1.8.4 Emergency Operation Emergency Operation: 9.0…10.25 VDC (decreased performance). • The display shows "LOW BATT" if the supply voltage is less than the predefined threshold. That is the note for the user, that he should connect a headset because the speaker could be switched "OFF"...
Becker Avionics General Description Technical Data 1.8.6 Software The design and development processes used for AR6201 family software are in compliance with the rules given in EUROCAE/RTCA Document ED-12B/DO-178B; “Software Considerations in Airborne System and Equipment Certification”. Hereby ‘Design Assurance Level’ (DAL) "C" was followed and the complete software documentation is based on this level.
Becker Avionics Installation Limitations Installation This manual must be available close to the device during the performance of all tasks. The installation of the transceiver depends on the location and its equipment. Therefore, this section only s general information. Careful planning should be applied to achieve the desired performance and reliability from the product.
Becker Avionics Installation Limitations Limitations • The GT6201 is made for ground-based transceiver installation for the management of air and ground traffic operations. The equipment is not qualified for installation in areas where fluid contamination is quite • likely. Unauthorized changes or modifications to the device(s) may void the compliance to the required regulatory agencies and authorization for continued equipment usage.
Device Assignment This manual is valid for the devices: • GT6201-05. • GT6201-10. • GT6201-05-R with RCU6201-(012) or RCU6211-(012). • GT6201-10-R with RCU6201-(012) or RCU6211-(012). from Software Version SCI1050S305 Version 3.08 (and higher). SCI1051S305 Version 1.56 (and higher). 2.3.1 Scope of Delivery •...
Becker Avionics Installation Device Assignment 2.3.4 Type Plate The device type is specified by the type plate (on the housing): Example: Figure 4: Type Plate (Example) Explanation: Example type designation: GT6201-10: (P/N): GT6201 = Single Block VHF-Ground-Transceiver 58 mm (2¼ inch)
Becker Avionics Installation Installation Requirements Installation Requirements The installation of the device(s) depends on the type of equipment and therefore only general information is given in this section. The device must not be opened. • When installing the device, make sure the heat dissipators of the •...
Becker Avionics Installation Dimensions 2.5.2 GT6201-XX-R Dimensions mm (inch) 30.5 (1.20 in) (0.59 in) 84±0.3 (3.31 in ±0.012) (1.18 in) 164.9±0.5 (6.49 in ±0.196) 172.5±1 (6.79 in ±0.4) 188±1 (7.4 in ±0.4) CENTER OF GRAVITY Figure 6: Dimensions: GT6201-XX-R Remote-Controlled Transceiver Permitted deviation for dimensions without tolerances: DIN ISO 2768 T1 C (dimensions in mm) xx...6 (±0.3)
Becker Avionics Installation Dimensions 2.5.3 RCU62X1 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 7: Dimensions RCU62X1 (Side View) Permitted deviation for dimensions without tolerances: DIN ISO 2768 T1 C (dimensions in mm) xx...6 (±0.3)
Becker Avionics Installation Connector Pin Assignments Connector Pin Assignments 2.6.1 Antenna Connector (GT6201) • The antenna connector is a BNC type. • The antenna port is made for operating with a nominal impedance of 50 Ω. 2.6.2 Grounding Bolt (GT6201) •...
Becker Avionics Installation Connector Pin Assignments P1 (GT6201) Pin Name Direction Function Pin No. P1-17 /PTT1 Push To Talk key input1 ACTIVE state - closed contact to GND P1-18 MIKE_STD1_HI Standard Microphone 1 High (high) P1-19 MIKE_STD3_HI Standard Microphone 3 High (high)
Becker Avionics Installation Connector Pin Assignments J1 (GT6201) Pin Name Direction Function Pin No. J1-21 D_GND Discrete lines ground J1-22 D_GND Discrete lines ground J1-23 D_GND Discrete lines ground J1-24 /MIKE_SW Configuration selector CFG1 and CFG2 J1-25 /EXT_ON External Power ON input ACTIVE state - closed contact to GND 2.6.5...
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Becker Avionics Installation Connector Pin Assignments Speaker Connection Pin No. Pin Name Direction Function P1-1 SPK_HI Speaker output signal P1-14 SPK_LO Speaker ground The speaker output supplies nominal 4 W into 4 Ω. • Headphone(s) Connection Pin No. Pin Name...
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Becker Avionics Installation Connector Pin Assignments External Power ON Pin No. Pin Name Direction Function External Power ON input J1-25 /EXT_ON ACTIVE state - closed contact to GND The External Power ON input it is possibility to power "ON" the system when this pin is •...
Becker Avionics Installation Connector Pin Assignments External Mike Switch (/MIKE_SW) Pin No. Pin Name Direction Function Configuration selector CFG1 and CFG2. J1-24 /MIKE_SW ACTIVE state - closed contact to GND The external mike switch is used for selection between the audio in/out configurations •...
Becker Avionics Installation Connector Pin Assignments 2.6.8 Inputs / Outputs (RCU62X1) Panel Illumination Pin No. Pin Name Function P1-6 ILL_LO Illumination low input P1-8 ILL_HI Illumination high input These inputs are used to illuminate the RCU62X1 controller keys and the display.
• Fit sleeves over the solder joints on the equipment connector. • Crimp connectors are also available from Becker. • Use the recommended fuses in the power supply line for the protection of the application, see "Technical Data", page 20.
Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Configuration Setup The configuration setup enables the technician to set up the equipment configuration. 2.9.1 Start Configuration Setup PASSWORD • Push and hold the "MDE" key during power up. 6435 The configuration setup starts. The display shows the screen "PASSWORD".
Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup 2.9.2 Configuration Setup Pages Display Contents Description "DEVICE INFO": After the confirmation of the password the first page "DEVICE • INFO" is shown. • This page shows information about the SW version and the serial number of the transceiver.
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Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description ILLUM CURVE "ILLUM CURVE": Note: This page is shown only when the the DIMMING input is either selected for "14 V or 28 V" dim-bus voltage. The illumination curve shows the relation between dimming bus •...
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Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "MDE PAGES": • Three options are available: • The options support different user interfaces for the selection of operating frequency. Select the option with the rotary encoder. • Push the "STO" key to enabled/disabled it.
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Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "CONFIGURATION": On this page 6…7 options are available. • Select the option with the rotary encoder. • Push the "STO" key to enabled/ disabled it. • CONFIGURATION TANDEM: Not relevant for ground applications.
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Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "IN/OUT CFG 1": Note: When MIKE_SW is connected both configurations CFG 1 and CFG 2 must be configured. On this page you can configure the microphone inputs and • headphone outputs for configuration CFG1.
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Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description HDPH 2 DISABLED: No audio is available on headphone 2 output, speaker is not • available. SPEAKER ENABLED: • Audio is available on speaker (P1-1/P1-14), headphone 2 is not available. NONE: No audio on headphone 2 output or speaker output.
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Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "OUTPUTS" HDPH 1 ENABLED: Audio is available on headphone 1 output (P1-2/P1-3). • HDPH 1 DISABLED: No audio is available on headphone 1 output. • HDPH 2 ENABLED: Audio is available on headphone 2 output (P1-20/P1-22), •...
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Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "STD2 MIKE SENS": On this page the sensitivity of standard microphone 2 input is • adjustable. • Use the rotary encoder for the adjustment. STD2 MIKE SENS • The factory default setting is 119 mV.
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Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "STD3 MIKE SENS": • On this page the sensitivity of standard microphone 3 input is adjustable. Use the rotary encoder for the adjustment. • STD3 MIKE SENS • The factory default setting is 119 mV.
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Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "SPKR VOL SRC": On this page three options are available. • Select the option with the rotary encoder. • Push the "STO" key to enabled/ disabled it. • SPKR VOL SRC PRIMARY CH: •...
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Becker Avionics Installation Configuration Setup Display Contents Description "ERASE CHN MEM": Note: The menu is available on the primary controller. • The transceivers of the GT6201 series have two databases to store VHF frequencies. The "User Channels Database" identified by the channels numbers CH01…CH99.
CHANNEL STORE STORE LAST CHANNEL MDE PAGES STANDBY FREQUENCY BATTERY VOLTAGE CHANNEL MEMORY LOW BATT THR 10.5 V GT6201-05, GT6201-05-R 21.0 V GT6201-10, GT6201-10-R CONFIG TANDEM AUX_IN AUTO ISOL IN TX SCAN BEEP ...
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Becker Avionics Installation Factory Default Settings Setting name Value STD 2 MIKE STD 3 MIKE DYN MIKE NONE MIC ACTIVATION BOTH MIKES OUTPUTS HEADPHONE 1 HEADPHONE 2 SPEAKER NONE IN/OUT CFG2 MICROPHONE 1 ...
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Becker Avionics Installation Setting name Value EREASE CHANNEL MEM EREASE FREQUENCY LABELS FAIL LIST EREASE FAIL LIST RECALL DEF. GT6201 DV17001.03 Issue 06 January 2019...
Error / Failure Indication It is possible to read out and reset error flag. • For read out and reset see: "Configuration Setup Pages" "FAIL LIST" or contact Becker Avionics Customer Service. Failure description see: "Warning and Failure Indications" page 77.
Becker Avionics Installation Troubleshooting 2.13 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Reason / Proposed Solution VOX threshold is not adjustable. VOX is inoperative, because the speaker is on. • VOX is always off. Proposed Solution • Turn the speaker off. Refer to "Configuration Setup", page 44).
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Device Description Operating Instructions In this chapter you can read about: General ............................61 Device Description ........................61 3.2.1 Device Assignment ......................61 3.2.2 Packing, Transport, Storage ..................... 61 3.2.3 Scope of Delivery ......................61 3.2.4 Type Plate .........................
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Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Device Description The figures for display content mainly shows the transceiver in • 8.33/25 kHz mixed mode (pictures for 25 kHz differ only in number of digits for frequency). The user can do the HMI operation on the primary controller or on •...
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Device Description 3.2.5 Controls and Indications 3.2.5.1 User Interface Figure 15: GT6201, RCU62X1: Controls and Indications Symbol Description Main Function IC/SQL • "Short push" during normal operation is used for the RX -SQL (Intercom/Squelch) ON/OFF. "Long push" during normal operation starts the intercom menu.
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Start-Up The device detects a: "Long push": when you push and hold down a key for ≥ 2 seconds. "Short push": any push < 2 seconds. If any action by the user is invalid, the whole display is inverted for a short time.
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Receive Mode If /PTT1 and /PTT2 (Push To Talk) inputs are inactive, the transceiver • stays in receive mode. • A mixed signal is supplied on the headphone(s) outputs (if enabled), it is mixed of the: Received signal from antenna.
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes 3.6.1 Standard Mode 118.005 Push the "MDE" key to change to the standard mode page. • The active frequency is shown in the top line and preset frequency in the bottom line. 127.000 •...
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes 3.6.2 Direct Tune Mode 118.005 • Push the "MDE" key to change to the direct tune mode page. The active frequency is shown in the top line. • The battery information is shown.
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes 3.6.3 Channel Mode The channel mode shows data from the user channels database ("CH"), or last channels • database ("LAST"). • The entry shows a customized label (identifier), if applied, for the frequency (max.
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes 3.6.3.1 Select Channels • The functions "LAST" and Store/Restore are only available if they are enabled in the configuration setup* - ("MEM OPTIONS"). * (Details see "Configuration Setup" page 44). Example: With CH01 user channel shown on display: In order to select the channel number: 125.875...
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes 3.6.4 Frequency Storage Functions Start store function: 125.875 Push "STO" key. • (in "Standard", Direct Tune" or "SCAN Mode"). The symbol "STO" is shown. FREE 3.6.4.1 Store • The functions "LAST" and Store/Restore are only available if they are enabled in the configuration setup* - ("MEM OPTIONS").
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes 3.6.4.2 Label (Identifier) Data 125.875 • Turn the rotary encoder to select the characters. Selection works in both directions (example: blank A …Z 0 9 — / blank A with a _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ turn clockwise or counter clockwise).
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Squelch (SQL) 3.6.6 Scan Mode 118.005 In scan mode the display shows both frequencies. • The active frequency is shown on the top line and the preset frequency on the bottom line. 127.000 SCAN • The SCAN symbol in the display shows that scan function is started.
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions RX Field Strength Indication RX Field Strength Indication • The field strength is shown with triangle symbol in front of the related frequency (in all frequency selection modes). The field strength of a received signal relates to the measured RSSI level ("Received •...
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Menus 3.10 Auxiliary Audio Input (AUX INPUT) The auxiliary audio input is used for e.g. MP3 player connection. • This function can be enabled/disabled in the configuration setup* - (page "Configuration"). With AUX INPUT enabled: •...
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Menus 3.11.1 User Menu • A long push (>2 s) on "MDE" key starts the user menu. • The user menu has two pages: BRIGHTNESS SQUELCH TRH A short push on "MDE" key or the rotary encoder changes the pages.
Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Warning and Failure Indications 3.12 Warning and Failure Indications Display Contents Description "LOW BATTERY": • The supply voltage of the transceiver is less than the threshold adjusted in the configuration setup. 118.005 The device is operable but it can have a decreased •...
3.13 Contact Data 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 done by trained Becker Avionics personnel.
In this chapter you can read about: Certificate Info ..........................79 BAF Approval - GT6201 ......................80 EC Declaration of Conformity – GT6201-05 ................82 EC Declaration of Conformity – GT6201-10 ................84 EC Declaration of Conformity – GT6201-05-R ................86 EC Declaration of Conformity –...
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