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Becker Avionics GmbH • Baden-Airpark B108 • 77836 Rheinmünster • Germany
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Audio Control Unit
ACU6100
Installation and Operation
Manual
DV64440.03
Issue 09
November 2019
Article-No. 0589.845-071
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- Page 1 ACU6100 Installation and Operation Manual DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019 Article-No. 0589.845-071 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 The product documentations from Becker Avionics have to be obeyed. To the extent that Becker Avionics provide component or system options based upon data or specifications provided by the user, the user is responsible for determining that such data and specifications are suitable and sufficient for all applications and reasonably foreseeable uses of the components or systems.
- Page 3 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.
- Page 4 Chapter 1 – 4 11/2019 Section / Issue Page No.: Description Chapter 1-64 Updated: Editorial adjustments. 1.8.9 Updated: Environmental conditions 2.5.1 Updated: Connector description P1. © by Becker Avionics GmbH / all rights reserved ACU6100 DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Electrical Bonding and Grounding ..................34 ACU6100 - Power Supply Connections ................35 ACU6100 - CANbus and Device Address ................ 35 Wiring - 6x ACU6100, CANbus and Device Address ............37 Configuration ..........................39 Functions............................ 39 Intercom Circuits ......................39 DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019... - Page 6 Power-on Build-In Test (PBIT) ..................61 Continuous Build-In Test (CBIT) ..................61 Initiated Build-In Test (IBIT) ....................61 3.16 ACU6100-X-(X9X) - RX Variant ....................62 3.17 ACU6100-X-(XXX5) - Fixed Wing Variant ..................63 3.18 Contact Data ..........................63 Index ............................64 ACU6100 DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019...
- Page 7 Figure 10: Wiring - Power Supply ........................35 Figure 11: Wiring - Device Address, CANbus ..................... 35 Figure 12: Wiring - 6x ACU6100, CANbus and Device Address ................37 Figure 13: Operation - Intercom Extension for Passengers ................. 39 Figure 14: Operation - Intercom Extension for Ground Crew ................40 Figure 15: ACU6100 - User Interface .........................
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Page 8: List Of Abbreviations
Becker Avionics Installation and Operation List of Abbreviations Direct Current Deutsche Industrie-Norm Distance Measuring Equipment Digital Signal Processing Druckvorschrift (manual designation) DVCS Digital Voice Communication System DZUS Turnlock fasteners (inventor - William Dzus) European Aviation Safety Agency EASA Europäische Agentur für Flugsicherheit... - Page 9 Becker Avionics Installation and Operation Units Units Ampere Milliampere °C Degree Celsius Centimeter cd/m Candela Per Square Meter (1 cd/m = 1 nit) Power Ratio In Decibel referenced to 1 mW Decibel Gram Kilogram Kilohertz Megahertz Millimeter Newton Meter Nautical Mile (1NM = 1852,0 m) Ohm (Ω)
- Page 10 Becker Avionics Installation and Operation Disposal The packaging material is inflammable, by burning toxic fumes may develop. This product contains materials that fall under the special disposal regulation. We recommend the disposal of such materials in accordance with the current environmental laws.
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Page 11: General Description
Accessories ........................23 Documentation ......................... 24 This manual describes the Becker Audio Control Unit ACU6100. The type plate on your device shows the part number for identification purposes (see "Type Plate", page 27). Before starting operation of the device(s) please read this manual carefully, with particular attention to the description referring to your device(s). -
Page 12: Introduction
Becker Avionics General Description Purpose of Equipment Introduction The technical information in this document applies to the product and variants of ACU6100. We also use the term ACU6100 or ACU61 for descriptions instead writing the complete • model number. If a description refers to only one of the product variants its full name is used or it is •... -
Page 13: 1.3 Variants Overview
3= Grey Panel, Blue Status LEDs 5= Black Panel, NVIS compliant 6= Black Panel, Blue Status LEDs A= Vertical Black Panel B= Vertical Black Panel, NVIS friendly C= Vertical Grey Panel Example: Figure 1: ACU6100-X-(X9X) - RX Variant DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019 ACU6100... -
Page 14: Acu6100-X-(Xxxx)
A= Vertical Black Panel B= Vertical Black Panel, NVIS friendly C= Vertical Grey Panel Examples: Figure 3: ACU6100-X-(XXX5) - Fixed Wing Variant Figure 2: ACU6100-X-(XXX0) - Rotary Wing Variant Software Status Descriptions see "Software/Firmware Status – Functionality", page 28. ACU6100... -
Page 15: Associated Devices
Becker Avionics Audio Control Unit REU6100 Becker Avionics Remote Electronic Unit This manual describes the ACU6100 and its variants with REU6100 from Becker Avionics. For other devices please refer to the related manuals. Overview Figure 4: DVCS6100 Application with six ACU6100 DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019... -
Page 16: 1.5 Scope Of Functionality
General Description Scope of Functionality 1.5 Scope of Functionality The ACU6100 is a single block device made for operation in the operator console of fixed • wing and rotary wing aircraft. All controls and indicators are on the front panel. The equipment connectors are at the •... -
Page 17: Signal Tones
Becker Avionics General Description Scope of Functionality Signal Tones Monitoring of up to 10 signal tones. 8 tones can be activated by discrete control lines from • external (aural alert tones). Built-In Tests The ACU61 device has different built-in tests with optical indication of the test results. -
Page 18: Safety-Conscious Utilization
Becker Avionics General Description Restriction for Use Safety-Conscious Utilization The device(s) may be installed on an aircraft only by an approved aeronautical company (e.g. Part 145) which shall also examine the installation. The installation of the device into an aircraft may be carried out only by •... -
Page 19: 1.8 Technical Data
Recommended external fuse protection Control Data Interface ACU-REU ACU6100 Specifications Interface CANbus Protocol Becker specific (Becker Bus Protocol proprietary) Control Inputs (Discrete) ACU6100 Specifications low active ≤ 0.3 V Hot mike in low active ≤ 0.3 V Dimensions & Weight... -
Page 20: Software
Becker Avionics General Description Technical Data Software In accordance with EUROCAE / RTCA document ED-12B/DO-178B the software is specified as: LEVEL C Hardware The device does not contain Complex Electronic Hardware (CEH). Continued Airworthiness A regular maintenance is not necessary. -
Page 21: Environmental Conditions
Becker Avionics General Description Technical Data Environmental Conditions The tests were done in accordance with ED-14E/DO-160E under consideration of the recorded environmental categories and conditions: Environmental Condition Section Cat. Remarks Temperature and Altitude Ground Survival Low Temperature 4.5.1 -55 °C Operating Low Temperature 4.5.2... -
Page 22: Certifications
Becker Avionics General Description Technical Data Certifications ACU6100-X-() meets the requirements of: Specifications EASA ETSO-C50c TSO-C139 ACU6100 DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019... -
Page 23: Order Code
Becker Avionics General Description Order Code Order Code ACU6100 Device ACU6100-1-(0320) Article-No. 0608.092-921 ACU6100-1-(034) Article-No. 0614.750-921 ACU6100-1-(035) Article-No. 0615.821-921 ACU6100-1-(0350) Article-No. 0619.329-921 ACU6100-1-(232) Article-No. 0597.678-921 ACU6100-1-(2330) Article-No. 0618.500-921 ACU6100-1-(293) Article-No. 0617.725-921 ACU6100-2-(120) Article-No. 0585.319-921 ACU6100-2-(130) Article-No. 0588.921-921 ACU6100-2-(1300) Article-No. 0619.310-921 ACU6100-2-(2300) Article-No. -
Page 24: Documentation
(OI) ACU6100 Operating Instructions, English Article-No. 0590.363-071 (I&O) ACU6100 Installation and Operation manual, English Article-No. 0589.845.071 (M&R) ACU6100 Maintenance and Repair manual, English Article-No. 0589.853.071 (I&O) CSW6100-2 manual; Configuration Software for the Article-No. 0608.939-071 Digital Voice Communication System DVCS6100 ACU6100... -
Page 25: Installation
Electrical Bonding and Grounding ..................34 ACU6100 - Power Supply Connections ................35 ACU6100 - CANbus and Device Address ................ 35 Wiring - 6x ACU6100, CANbus and Device Address ............37 Configuration ..........................39 Functions............................ 39 Intercom Circuits ......................39 Example: Intercom Extension for Passengers.............. -
Page 26: Device Assignment
Documents of Certifications. Authorized Release Certificate (EASA Form 1). State of Delivery • The device is ready for use with factory default adjustments. Additional Equipment • Gravo plates or laser plates for ACU6100 • Installation material. Connector kits. • • Cable harness. -
Page 27: Type Plate
The device type is specified by the type plate (on the housing): Example: Figure 5: Type plate (example) Explanation: Type designation: ACU6100 = Single Block Audio Control Unit Options: -1-: Not NVIS compliant -2-: NVIS compliant (0XXX): Black panel (1XXX): Black panel, NVIS friendly... -
Page 28: Software/Firmware Status - Functionality
The installation of the device(s) depends on the type of aircraft and its equipment and therefore only general information can be given in this section. The installation of ACU6100 into an aircraft may be carried out by an authorized installation company. The country regulations always have to be obeyed. -
Page 29: Acu6100 - Gravo Plate Installation
The gravo plates which identify the function of TX and RX knobs are prepared for customer individual configuration, therefore they must be bought separate from the ACU6100. The ACU6100 comes with installed blank plates covered by transparent plastic strips. Before installation of an ACU6100 the blank plates must be replaced by the customized gravo plates. -
Page 30: Acu6100 - Laser Plate Installation
The laser plate strips which identify the function of TX and RX knobs are prepared for customer individual configuration, therefore they must be bought separate from the ACU6100. The ACU6100 comes with installed blank label strips. Before installation of an ACU6100 the blank label strip must be replaced by the customized laser plate strips. -
Page 31: Dimensions
64 (2.5) Label Label rear side Figure 8: Dimensions ACU6100 "Center of Gravity" for ACU6100 without other connections. Tolerance: ± 5 mm. Permitted deviation for dimensions without tolerances: DIN ISO 2768 T1 C (dimensions in mm) xx...6 (±0.3) >30...120 (±0.8) >400...1000 (±2.0) -
Page 32: 2.5 Connector Pin Assignments
Installation Connector P1 2.5 Connector Pin Assignments P1: 10pol male, bayonet P2: 19pol male, bayonet ①: Grounding bolt Label Label Figure 9: ACU6100 – connector layout Device address safety-related wiring Reset out Reset in Dim control, IC hot mike Power... -
Page 33: Connector P2
Becker Avionics Installation and Operation Connector P2 P2/Pin Signal name / Function Remarks Device Address Bit 0 Device Address Bit 1 Device Address Bit 2 Device Address Bit 3 Reset out Reset in CAN1 in (HI) CAN1 in (LO) CAN1 in (shield) -
Page 34: Aircraft Wiring
Electrical Bonding and Grounding The ACU6100 has a threaded grounding bolt at the housing. Use this point as grounding contact. Make sure that the device is correctly connected to aircraft ground •... -
Page 35: Acu6100 - Power Supply Connections
Mask Mike Switch out IC Hot Mike in Dim Control1 in Dim Control2 in Figure 10: Wiring - Power Supply ACU6100 - CANbus and Device Address ACU61 Device Address Bit 0 Device Address Bit 1 Device Address Bit 2... - Page 36 Installation ACU6100 - CANbus and Device Address The control panels (ACUs) are connected via two CANbus links (CAN1, CAN2). When one CANbus fails, the devices automatically switch to the remaining connection. Notice: The ends of each bus must be terminated with 120 Ohm. It can be in the harness or on a own connection block.
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Page 37: Wiring - 6X Acu6100, Canbus And Device Address
Figure 12: Wiring - 6x ACU6100, CANbus and Device Address For detailed wiring information refer to the REU6100 manual: www.becker-avionics.com/downloads/ → Intercom → Digital Voice Communication System DVCS6100 → REU6100 Installation&Operation Manual (Article No. 0589.829-071). DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019... - Page 38 Becker Avionics Installation Wiring - 6x ACU6100, CANbus and Device Address Blank Page ACU6100 DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019...
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Page 39: Configuration
• -IC-circuit (controlled by an external switch, refer to the REU6100 manual). Example: Intercom Extension for Passengers With an additional intercom amplifier (e.g. Becker IC3100) passengers can be connected • with the intercom system. These passengers are connected with the cabin intercom circuit of the DVCS6100 •... -
Page 40: Example: Intercom Extension For Ground Crew
Becker Avionics Installation Selective Call Example: Intercom Extension for Ground Crew With an additional ground crew box (e.g. Becker EB3100) ground crew can be connected • with the intercom system. • That ground crew is connected with the cockpit intercom circuit of the DVCS6100 system. -
Page 41: Post Installation Check
Make sure that the power supply is in the specified limits, with and without an engine that • is in operation. Power On Check • For ACU6100 devices refer to the operation section of the ACU610X manual for specific operational details "Operation" page 43. DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019 ACU6100... - Page 42 Becker Avionics Installation Post Installation Check Blank Page ACU6100 DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019...
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Page 43: Operation
Continuous Build-In Test (CBIT) ..................61 Initiated Build-In Test (IBIT) ..................... 61 3.16 ACU6100-X-(X9X) - RX Variant ....................62 3.17 ACU6100-X-(XXX5) - Fixed Wing Variant .................. 63 3.18 Contact Data ..........................63 General This section contains general information and instructions for safe operation. -
Page 44: Device Description
REU6100. For a list of associated devices please see "Associated Devices" page 15 . Device Assignment This manual is valid for the devices: • ACU6100 and its variant + accessories. Packing, Transport, Storage See page 25 • Scope of Delivery •... - Page 45 Becker Avionics Operation Device Description Description Main Function TX1...TX8 On/off for each TX-channel and individual channel volume control. 8 push knobs with potentiometer function depends on variant TX1...TX8 LEDs Indication of TX channel status. 8 status LEDs (green) LED on: Chanel is selected for transmission.
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Page 46: Control Elements
Becker Avionics Operation Device Description Description Main Function BACK-UP Used for the selection of the operation mode: Toggle switch (3 locking BACK-UP: Emergency operation. positions) NORM: Normal operation. SLAVED: Slaved operation. Toggle switch (2 locking BACK-UP: Emergency operation. positions) NORM: Normal operation. - Page 47 Becker Avionics Operation Device Description Toggle switch: Toggle switch with lock positions Pull switch to unlock the position. • • Select the position manual between normal operation, back-up operation and slaved operation. (depends on CAUTION: variant) In back-up operation (emergency), only a subset of the functionality is •...
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Page 48: Start-Up
Excessive pulses on the DC bus of the aircraft may cause damage on electrical circuits of any installed instrument. Do not switch ON the device during engine start or shutdown The ACU6100 powers up with the main system power. • •... -
Page 49: Ic Volume Adjustment
Becker Avionics Operation Volume Adjustment IC Volume Adjustment IC Volume Adjustment • The IC volume is adjustable at any time. • Turn the inner part of the double rotary knob (IC) to adjust the volume. Figure 17: Operation - Main Volume... -
Page 50: Channel Monitoring
Becker Avionics Operation Channel Monitoring Channel Monitoring Channel Monitoring Push and release the related channel knob (TX1...TX8, RX1...RX8). • The knob is in the upper position, can be turned, is illuminated. The channel is monitored. • Use the related knob to adjust the volume. -
Page 51: Transceiver Operation
*For more information refer to the software manual "CSW6100... "(www.becker- avionics.com/downloads/ → Intercom). Relay Mode Relay Mode The ACU6100 can operate in relay mode alternative to dual TX- and multi-TX-mode. The channels must be enabled for this function in the configuration*. The function is used to: Increase the communication range. -
Page 52: Figure 22: Operation -Relay Mode
Only two TX-channels can be in relay mode. When on one TX-channel a signal is received automatically the other TX-channel is in transmit mode. *For more information refer to the software manual "CSW6100... "(www.becker- avionics.com/downloads/ → Intercom). Start relay operation: Configuration mode 1, free TX-channel selection: Select the mode D (D/S). -
Page 53: Transmission On Tx-Channels
All previously selected signals, intercom and warning tones are continued. If the loudspeaker was muted, it is on again. • *For more information refer to the software manual "CSW6100... "(www.becker- avionics.com/downloads/ → Intercom). Figure 23: Operation - Transmission on TX1 DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019... -
Page 54: Intercommunication Between Users
Becker Avionics Operation Intercommunication between Users Intercommunication between Users Isolated / Call Function It is possible that some users (ACU devices) are connected to a group(s) = intercom circuit(s). The user and group selection are done in the configuration. Intercom circuit (intercom groups): Cockpit crew. -
Page 55: Isolated / Call Function - Cabin
Becker Avionics Operation Intercom Operation Mode Isolated / Call Function - Cabin Isolated / Call Function - Cabin In the cabin the key "ISOL/CALL" is used to send a - call for connection - to the cockpit circuit if the intercom circuits are disconnected (isolated). -
Page 56: Intercom Operation With Voice Controlled Intercom (Vox)
Becker Avionics Operation Intercom Operation Mode Intercom Operation with Voice Controlled Intercom (VOX) VOX is for intercommunication in the connected IC circuits. • • VOX is active when no radio transmission happens. VOX is disabled automatically if the loudspeaker is on. -
Page 57: Intercom Operation With External Ptt Switch Or Acu Ppt Switch
Becker Avionics Operation Winchman Operation Intercom Operation with External PTT Switch or ACU PPT Switch Intercom operation with external PTT switch is for intercommunication in the connected • IC circuits. • It is possible to connect an external PTT switch or 2-state switch to each ACU to start a "Hot Mike"... -
Page 58: Selective Call
• function in the configuration. NOTICE: • The default state for voice filter on/off/last state can be set in the configuration. *For more information refer to the software manual "CSW6100... "(www.becker- avionics.com/downloads/ → Intercom). ACU6100 DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019... -
Page 59: Marker Mute
• The marker mute stops automatically after 30 s. • You cannot cancel the function. NOTICE: Only for ACU6100-X-(XXX5) Fixed Wing Variant. • *For more information refer to the software manual "CSW6100... "(www.becker- avionics.com/downloads/ → Intercom). 3.13 Loudspeaker Operation Loudspeaker Operation The function "SPEAKER"... -
Page 60: Emergency Operation
Becker Avionics Operation Emergency Operation 3.14 Emergency Operation Toggle switch with 2 or 3 locked positions (depends on variant). The back-up switch is used for the selection of the operation mode: BACK-UP: Emergency operation. NORM: Normal operation. SLAVED: Slaved operation. -
Page 61: Built-In Tests
CBIT: A background test routine runs continuously during normal operation. IBIT: An additional test can be manually started. Power-on Build-In Test (PBIT) Power-on Build-In Test (PBIT) The ACU6100 powers up with the main system power. • • The test routine will be started (test time ca. 4 s). -
Page 62: Acu6100-X-(X9X) - Rx Variant
Becker Avionics Operation ACU6100-X-(X9X) - RX Variant 3.16 ACU6100-X-(X9X) - RX Variant Figure 24: ACU6100-X-(X9X) - RX Variant This variant has: No mike selector. • • No PTT switch. Functions: Monitoring of up to 16 receivers (RX-channels) and the individual volume control. -
Page 63: Acu6100-X-(Xxx5) - Fixed Wing Variant
3.18 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. -
Page 64: Index
Wiring ............34 We reserve the right to make technical changes. The data match the current status at the time of printing. © by Becker Avionics GmbH / all rights reserved *** End of the Document *** ACU6100 DV64440.03 Issue 09 November 2019...
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