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Becker AR6201 Operating Instructions Manual

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VHF Transceivers
AR6201, AR6203, RT6201, RCU6201
AR6211, AR6213, RT6211, RCU6211
Software Versions:
upwards from Software Version
SCI1050S305 Version 4.06
SCI1051S305 Version 2.06
Operating Instructions
Article-No.
Issue 06
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
0638.420-071
February 2021

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  • Page 1 SCI1050S305 Version 4.06 SCI1051S305 Version 2.06 Operating Instructions Article-No. 0638.420-071 Issue 06 February 2021 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: Table Of Contents

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Introduction ....................7 General Safety Definitions .................... 7 Packaging, Transport, Storage ..................7 Disposal ........................8 Warranty Conditions ..................... 8 Conditions of Utilization ....................8 Non-Warranty Clause ....................8 Device Description ..................9 Purpose of Equipment ....................9 Device Assignment .......................
  • Page 4 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Some figures in this manual are for basic understanding and can be different to the design. Device design depends on variant. Figure 1: Type plate (example) ................11 Figure 2: Controls and Indicators ................15 List of Abbreviations...
  • Page 5 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Units A, mA Ampere, Milliampere °C Degree Celsius Power ratio in Decibel Decibel Kilogram kHz, MHz Kilohertz, Megahertz Millimeter Ohm (Ω) Resistor Second Volt W, mW Watt, Milliwatt " Inch 0638.420-071 Issue 06 02/2021 VHF Transceiver...
  • Page 6 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Blank VHF Transceiver 0638.420-071 Issue 06 02/2021...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Introduction Before operation of the device(s) please read this manual carefully. This manual must be available during performance of all tasks. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not prevented, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 8: Disposal

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Disposal If you do not install the device immediately, make sure to store it in a dry and clean environment. Make sure that the device is not stored near strong heat sources and that no metal chippings can get into the device.

  • Page 9: Device Description

    25 or 8.33 kHz. This manual is for devices upwards from software version: SCI1050S305 Version 4.06 SCI1051S305 Version 2.06 Single block devices: Remote-control devices: • AR6201-(012) RT6201-(010) • • AR6201-(022) RT6201-(020) •...

  • Page 10: Additional Required Equipment

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Additional Required Equipment • Mounting kit MK6403-1 (for AR62X3) Mounting kit MK6201-(10) • (for RT62X1 to obey the conditions for certification) Connector kits • Cable harness • • Antenna Microphone • Headphone, speaker • For details please refer to related manual: http://www.becker-avionics.com/manuals/...

  • Page 11: Type Plate

    Figure 1: Type plate (example) Explanation: Type designation: AR6201, AR6211 = Single Block VHF Transceiver 58 mm (2¼ inch) AR6203, AR6213 = Single Block VHF Transceiver 160 mm (3.6 inch) RT6201, RT6211 = Remote-Controlled VHF Transceiver RCU6201, RCU6211 = Remote Control Unit 58 mm (2¼ inch) Options: 0XX: 8.33/25 kHz channel spacing...

  • Page 12: Software/Firmware Status - Functionality

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Software/Firmware Status – Functionality Blank VHF Transceiver 0638.420-071 Issue 06 02/2021...

  • Page 13: Operation

    For further description we use also short forms. 6200 series in general for the device family. • • AR62X1 for: AR6201, AR6211, (Single Block Transceiver). AR62X3 for: AR6203, AR6213 (Single Block Transceiver). • RT62X1 for: RT6201, RT6211 (Remote-Controlled Transceiver). •...

  • Page 14: Safety-Conscious Utilization

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Safety-Conscious Utilization • Excessive pulses on the DC bus of the aircraft can cause damage on electrical circuits of any installed instrument. • Do not turn on the device during engine start or shutdown. First make a voice communication test before starting any operation.

  • Page 15: Controls And Indications

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Controls and Indications AR6201, AR6211, RCU6201, RCU6211 AR6203, AR6213 Figure 2: Controls and Indicators Symbol Description Function IC/SQL • "Short push" during normal operation = RX - (Intercom/ SQL ON/OFF. Squelch) • "Long push" during normal operation starts the intercom menu.
  • Page 16 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Controls and Indications Symbol Description Function Display LCD: Liquid Crystal Display Active frequency Only on the active frequency: • Transmission is possible and the reception has priority, even in scan mode. • Frequency tuning is not possible in standard mode.

  • Page 17: Start-Up

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Start-Up • Excessive pulses on the DC bus of the aircraft can cause damage on electrical circuits of any installed instrument. • Do not turn on the device during engine start or shutdown. • Turn the volume knob clockwise to turn on the device.

  • Page 18: Transmit Mode

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Transmit Mode • If PTT input is active (PTT=Push To Talk key is pushed) the 118.005 transceiver is set to transmit mode. Microphone(s) signals can modulate the transmitter. 127.000 PTT 1 input starts transmission from microphone path 1.

  • Page 19: Frequency Selection Modes

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes Available modes: Standard mode • Direct tune mode • Channel mode • • Scan mode Standard mode Direct tune mode Channel mode Scan mode 118.005 118.005 125.875 118.005 127.000 127.000 TWR EDSB BAT 13.5V...

  • Page 20: Frequency Storage Functions

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes • Push the "MDE" key to change to the standard mode page. 118.005 The active frequency is shown in the top line and preset 127.000 frequency in the bottom line. • The change of the active frequency is not possible in standard mode (only available in direct tune mode).
  • Page 21 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes 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. BAT 13.5V The battery information is only displayed if BATTERY VOLTAGE in the "Configuration Setup*"...
  • Page 22 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes • The channel mode shows data from the user channels database ("CH"), or last channels database ("LAST"). The entry shows a customized label (identifier, max. 10 characters), if • applied, for the frequency.
  • Page 23 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes • The functions "LAST" and Store/Restore are only available if they are enabled in the configuration setup* - ("MEM OPTIONS"). * For details please refer to related manual: http://www.becker-avionics.com/manuals/ Communication → VHF Transceiver In order to select the channel number: •...
  • Page 24 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes Start store function: • Push "STO" key. 125.875 (in "Standard", Direct Tune" or "SCAN Mode"). The symbol "STO” is shown. FREE • The functions "LAST" and Store/Restore are only available if they are enabled in the configuration setup* - ("MEM OPTIONS").
  • Page 25 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes With the start of the storage procedure, the device proposes the next free channel first. • The label "FREE" shows together with the channel number if 125.875 the selected channel is vacant. FREE •...
  • Page 26 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes • Turn the rotary encoder to select the characters. 125.875 • The selection works in both directions (example: blank  A …Z  0  9  —  /  blank _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ A with a turn clockwise or counter clockwise).
  • Page 27 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Frequency Selection Modes • In scan mode the display shows both frequencies. 118.005 The active frequency is shown on the top line and the 127.000 preset frequency on the bottom line. SCAN • The SCAN symbol in the display shows that scan function is started.

  • Page 28: Squelch

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions SQUELCH • This function operates independently of the selected operation menu. A short push on "SQL/IC" key changes the function to "ON" or "OFF". • • If the squelch function is active ("ON") the audio noise is muted.

  • Page 29: Channel Spacing

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Channel Spacing • The transceiver can operate in 8.33 kHz and 25 kHz frequency channel spacing. • Push and hold the MOD and STO key at the same time for > 2 s to change 8.33 to 25 kHz channel spacing and vice versa.

  • Page 30: Auxiliary Audio Input (Aux Input)

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Auxiliary Audio Input (AUX INPUT) • The auxiliary audio input is used for e.g. MP3 player connection. o This function can be enabled/disabled in the configuration setup*. With AUX INPUT enabled: • o The auxiliary audio input signal will be mixed with the received signals from antenna (passing squelch) and the intercom signal (when started).

  • Page 31: Intercom Operation

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Intercom Operation • The transceiver has two internal intercom circuits. Up to four headsets are connectable. • The pilot and co-pilot are connected to the first intercom circuit. • o When intercom is active, both microphone signals are mixed and amplified.
  • Page 32 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions • The intercom operation can be started externally with an intercom switch. The external intercom switch has priority. During intercom operation the speaker output is disabled. • The speaker always enabled (depends on wiring and configuration).

  • Page 33: Menus

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Menus • A long push (>2 s) on "MDE" key starts the user menu. • The menu has two pages: BRIGHTNESS SQUELCH TRH • A short push on "MDE" key or the rotary encoder changes the pages.

  • Page 34: Intercom Menu

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Menus A long push (>2 s) on "IC/SQL" key starts the intercom menu. • The menu has two pages: • IC VOLUME. IC VOX. • A short push on " IC/SQL" key changes the pages. IC VOLUME: 118.005...

  • Page 35: Read Out And Reset Error/Failure Flags

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Read Out and Reset Error/Failure Flags • The adjustment of -15 for VOX threshold is a convenient behavior in most aircraft. This made a correct adjustment for the mike sensitivity necessary (see configuration*). The fail list (fail history) is only available in the password- protected configuration setup*.

  • Page 36: Warning And Failure Indications

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Warning and Failure Indications Display Contents Description "LOW BATTERY": 118.005 The supply voltage of the transceiver is less than the • LOW BATTERY threshold adjusted in the configuration setup. The device is operable but it can have a decreased •...
  • Page 37 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Warning and Failure Indications Display Contents Description 118.005 • The transceiver has found an internal failure during normal operation. FAILURE Depending on failure cause, the device is operable with • decreased performance, or not operable at all.

  • Page 38: Technical Data

    Becker Avionics Operating Instructions Technical Data Specifications Supply voltage (nominal) 11.0…30.3 V Supply voltage (extended) 10.25…32.2 V Emergency operation 9.0…10.25 V Dimming control 0…14 V or 0…28 V Frequency range 118.000...136.975 MHz (variant -1XX) 118.000...136.9916 MHz (variant -0XX) Channel spacing 25 kHz (variants -1XX) 8.33/25 kHz (variants -0XX)
  • Page 39 Becker Avionics Operating Instructions 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.
  • Page 40 List - Abbreviations ....... 4 We reserve the right to make technical changes. The data match to the current status at the time of printing. © by Becker Avionics GmbH / all rights reserved *** End of the Document *** VHF Transceiver...

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