Becker AR6201 Series User manual

Becker Avionics GmbH •Baden-Airpark B108 77836 Rheinmünster •Germany
+49 (0) 7229 / 305-0 •Fax [phone] / 305-217
http://www.becker-avionics.com •E-mail: [e-mail]
VHF Transceivers
AR6201, AR6203, RT6201, RCU6201
AR6211, AR6213, RT6211, RCU6211
Software Versions:
upwards from Software Version
SCI1050S305 Version 4.06
SCI1051S305 Version 2.06
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Article-No. 0638.420-071
Issue 06 February 2021

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Certificates see: http://www.becker-avionics.com/certification/ →Certificates
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Becker Avionics GmbH
Baden-Airpark B108
77836 Rheinmünster (Germany)
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PRODUCTS DESCRIBED HEREIN OR RELATED ITEMS CAN CAUSE DEATH,
PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
This document and other information from Becker Avionics provide product or
system options for further investigation by users having technical knowledge.
The user is responsible for making the final selection of the system and
components. The user has to assure that all performance, endurance,
maintenance, safety requirements of the application are met and warnings be
obeyed.
For this the user has to include all aspects of the application to be compliant with
the applicable industry standards and the requirements of the responsible aviation
authority. 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.
Term definition: User in the sense of user, installer, installation company.

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1Introduction................................................................................................. 7
1.1 General Safety Definitions............................................................................................ 7
1.2 Packaging, Transport, Storage..................................................................................... 7
1.3 Disposal........................................................................................................................ 8
1.4 Warranty Conditions ..................................................................................................... 8
1.5 Conditions of Utilization ................................................................................................ 8
1.6 Non-Warranty Clause ................................................................................................... 8
2Device Description ..................................................................................... 9
2.1 Purpose of Equipment .................................................................................................. 9
2.2 Device Assignment....................................................................................................... 9
2.3 Scope of Delivery ......................................................................................................... 9
2.4 State of Delivery ........................................................................................................... 9
2.5 Additional Required Equipment .................................................................................. 10
2.6 Registration of the Device .......................................................................................... 10
2.7 Type Plate .................................................................................................................. 11
2.8 Software/Firmware Status – Functionality .................................................................. 11
3Operation................................................................................................... 13
3.1 Registration of the Device .......................................................................................... 13
3.2 Safety-Conscious Utilization....................................................................................... 14
3.3 Controls and Indications ............................................................................................. 15
3.3.1 Symbols on the Display .................................................................................... 16
3.4 Start-Up ...................................................................................................................... 17
3.5 Receive Mode............................................................................................................. 17
3.6 Transmit Mode............................................................................................................ 18
3.7 Frequency Selection Modes ....................................................................................... 19
3.7.1 Standard Mode ................................................................................................. 20
3.7.2 Direct Tune Mode ............................................................................................. 21
3.7.3 Channel Mode .................................................................................................. 22
3.7.4 Frequency Storage Functions .......................................................................... 24
3.7.5 SCAN Mode...................................................................................................... 27
3.8 SQUELCH .................................................................................................................. 28
3.9 RX Field Strength Indication....................................................................................... 28
3.10 Channel Spacing ........................................................................................................ 29
3.11 Auxiliary Audio Input (AUX INPUT) ............................................................................ 30
3.12 Intercom Operation..................................................................................................... 30
3.12.1 Pilot Circuit and Passenger Circuit ................................................................... 31
3.12.2 Intercom Operation started with VOX ............................................................... 31
3.12.3 Intercom Operation started with an Intercom Switch........................................ 32
3.13 VOX & Speaker Operation ......................................................................................... 32
3.14 Menus......................................................................................................................... 32
3.14.1 User Menu ........................................................................................................ 33
3.14.2 Intercom Menu.................................................................................................. 34
3.15 Read Out and Reset Error/Failure Flags .................................................................... 35
3.16 Warning and Failure Indications ................................................................................. 36
4Technical Data .......................................................................................... 38
5Contact Data.............................................................................................. 39
6Index .......................................................................................................... 40

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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
AC
Alternating Current
AF
Audio Frequency
AR
Airborne Radio
ATT
Attenuation
AUX
Auxiliary
CBIT
Continuous Built-In Test
CFG
Configuration
CH
Channel
CM
Chassis Module
COM
Communication
DC
Direct Current
IC
Intercom
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display
PBIT
Power-On Built In Test
PTT
Push To Talk
RCU
Remote Control Unit
RSSI
Received Signal Strength Indication
RT
Remote Transceiver
RX
Receive
SQL
Squelch
SW
Software
TX
Transmit
VOX
Voice Operated IC Threshold
VHF
Very High Frequency

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Units
A, mA
Ampere, Milliampere
°C
Degree Celsius
dBm
Power ratio in Decibel
dB
Decibel
kg
Kilogram
kHz, MHz
Kilohertz, Megahertz
mm
Millimeter
Ohm (Ω)
Resistor
s
Second
V
Volt
W, mW
Watt, Milliwatt
"
Inch

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Introduction
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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.
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.
Is used to address practices not related to physical injury.
Safety instructions (or equivalent) signs indicate specific safety-
related instructions or procedures.
Visually inspect the package contents for signs of transport damage.
The packaging material is inflammable, if it is disposed of
improperly by burning, toxic fumes can develop.
Keep the packaging material and use it in the case of a return shipment. Improper
or faulty packaging can lead to transport damages.
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 put the
device on. The electric connections may not be damaged when placing the device.
•Do a check for signs of transport damages.
•Please make sure that the indications on the type plate agree with your
purchase order.
•Make sure that the equipment is complete ("Scope of Delivery", page 9).

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Disposal
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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.
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.
•Dispose circuit boards by a technical waste dump which is approved to take
on e.g. electrolytic aluminum capacitors. Do under no circumstances dump
the circuit boards with normal waste dump.
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.
Any change made by the user excludes any liability on our part (excluding the work
described in this manual).
With this device you bought a product which was manufactured and tested before
delivery with the utmost care.
Please take your time to read the instructions which you ought to follow closely
during installation and operation.
Otherwise all claims under the warranty will become void and a decreased service
life or even damages must be expected.
The user is responsible for protective covers and/or additional
safety measures in order to prevent damages to persons and
electric accidents.
We checked the contents of this publication for compliance with the associated hard
and software. We can, however, not exclude discrepancies and do thus 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.

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Device Description
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The devices of the 6200 VHF transceiver series are for voice communication in the
very high frequency band between 118.000 to 136.975 MHz (radio communication
part of air-band) with a selectable channel spacing of 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)
•AR6201-(022)
•AR6201-(112)
•AR6201-(122)
•AR6211-(012)
•AR6211-(022)
•AR6211-(112)
•
AR6211-(122)
•RT6201-(010)
•RT6201-(020)
•RT6201-(110)
•RT6201-(120)
•RT6211-(010)
•RT6211-(020)
•
AR6203-(012)
•AR6203-(022)
•AR6203-(112)
•AR6203-(122)
•AR6213-(012)
•AR6213-(022)
•AR6213-(112)
•AR6213-(122)
•RCU6201-(012)
•RCU6201-(112)
•RCU6211-(012)
•RCU6211-(112)
•Manuals
oOperating Instructions
•The device(s) as ordered.
•Authorized Release Certificate (EASA Form 1)
•The device(s) are ready for use with factory default adjustments.

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Additional Required Equipment
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•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/ Communication →VHF Transceiver
Obey the national requirements for operation of radio equipment.

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Type Plate
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The device type is specified by the type plate (on the housing):
Example:
Figure 1: Type plate (example)
Explanation:
PN:
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
1XX: 25 kHz channel spacing only
X1X: 6 W @ 14 V, 10 W @ 28 V
X2X: 6 W @ 14 V
XX2: white illumination color on black panel
SN:
Unique number of the device
AN:
Article number
DoM:
Date of Manufacturing
Software:
Refer to the version on the device type plate
Compliance and Certifications:
Refer to the text and logos on the device type plate
•The software version is shown at the screen for a few seconds after power
on. The software version is also available with the configuration
setup →DEVICE INFO.
•The software versions are subject to change without notice.

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Operation
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This chapter contains information and instructions for safe operation of the devices.
The devices of the 6200 VHF transceiver series are for voice communication in the
very high frequency band between 118.000 to 136.975 MHz (radio communication
part of air-band) with a selectable channel spacing of 25 or 8.33 kHz.
•All control and display elements are on the front side.
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).
•RCU62X1 for: RCU6201, RCU6211 (Remote Control Unit).
•If a description refers to only one of the product variants is it specified.
•The figures for display content mainly show 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 optional secondary controller RCU62X1.
•The word "frequency" is also used in the sense of "channel
name", as defined in EUROCAE, document ED 23C
chapter 1.3.2, Volume II.
•In this document the word "memory channel" or "channel" is
also used in the sense of a memory position identified by a
channel number, where a frequency may be stored for later
use.
•Some functions and adjustments are only available through
the password-protected configuration setup*.
* For details please refer to related manual:
http://www.becker-avionics.com/manuals/ Communication →VHF Transceiver
Obey the national requirements for operation of radio equipment.

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Safety-Conscious Utilization
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•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.
•Please notice that, if the communication test is done close to a
ground station, the results may be positive even if the antenna
cable is broken or short-circuited.
Caution! Then a communication could be not possible at a
distance of 5...10 km and above.
•Speak always loud, clear and not too fast for optimal voice
communication.
•Keep the microphone always close to the lips otherwise a
special suppressing circuit
in the VHF COM will not be capable
to suppress normal noise.
•Use only microphones or headsets which are suitable for
specific installations.
oIn aircraft made of wood, synthetic materials or in gliders
or helicopters, incoming radiation can affect the
integrated amplifier of the microphone (feedback), then
the ground station receives a whistling and/or heavy
distortion.
•If the power supply voltage is less than the adjusted threshold,
the display shows the message "LOW BATT".
•If the power supply voltage is < 10.25 V, the device continues
operation with decreased performance.
oThe speaker output of the transceiver is automatically
turned "OFF"
oThe speaker symbol is no longer shown.
oThe user must use headphones to continue listening.
•If power supply voltage is < 9.0 Volt, the device turns off
automatically.

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Controls and Indications
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AR6201, AR6211, RCU6201, RCU6211
AR6203, AR6213
Figure 2: Controls and Indicators
Symbol
Description
Function
1
IC/SQL
(Intercom/
Squelch)
•"Short push" during normal operation = RX -
SQL ON/OFF.
•"Long push" during normal operation starts
the intercom menu.
2
MDE
(Mode)
•"Short push" during normal operation
changes to the frequency selection mode.
•"Long push" during normal operation starts
the user menu.
3
STO
(Store)
•"Short push" during normal operation stores
the new value.
4
↨/SCN
(Exchange/SCAN)
•"Short push" during standard mode or scan
mode changes between preset and active
frequency.
•"Long push" starts the scan mode.
5
Power ON/OFF +
volume
•Turns the transceiver ON/OFF and is used to
adjust the volume level of received signals.
6
Rotary encoder
•Turn the rotary encoder to change the
selected parameters (frequency, IC-volume,
VOX, …).
•Push the rotary encoder to select the digits.
•Push the rotary encoder to confirm the
adjustment.
-8/25-
Change of
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.
5 3 4 8
6
7
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Symbol
Description
Function
7
Display
LCD: Liquid Crystal Display
8
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.
9
Preset frequency
•
Frequency tuning is possible in standard
mode.
•In scan mode both frequencies, active and
preset are in listening watch.
•If no receive signal is detected on the active
frequency, receiving signals on the preset
frequency will be audible, but will be muted
as soon as a signal on the active frequency
is detected.
The device identifies a:
"Long push": when you push and hold a key for > 2 seconds.
"Short push": when you push and hold a key for < 2 seconds.
If any action by the user is invalid, the whole display is inverted for a short time.
Symbol
Function
IC
The intercom operation is started (triggered by VOX or external IC key).
The intercom operation with VOX is disabled.
TX
The transceiver is in transmit operation.
SQL
The squelch function is started.
SCAN
The transceiver operates in scan mode.
STO
The transceiver is in a storage procedure.
LOW BATT
The battery voltage is less than the predefined threshold.
Inverted figures or letters on the display are selected to change.
The speaker is on.
128 . 000

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Start-Up
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•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.
•After power-on, the device starts a self-test (PBIT).
oThe display shows the message "WAIT".
oThe display shows the software versions of the control head and the
chassis module.
•If there is an error the display shows the message "FAILURE, push any
key" (for details see "Warning and Failure Indications", page 36).
•If there is no error the transceiver changes to the last active mode before
power off.
•During normal operation, a self-test (CBIT) permanently examines the
correct operation of the device.
oIf there is an error the display shows an error message.
•If PTT (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:
oReceived signal from antenna.
oIntercom signal from intercom circuit one and two.
oSignal from auxiliary input.
•A mixed signal is supplied on the speaker output (if enabled), it
is mixed of the:
oReceived signal from antenna.
oSignal from auxiliary input.
•The signal from the auxiliary input is muted under certain
conditions (for details refer to "Auxiliary Audio Input (AUX
INPUT)", page 30).
•The signal from intercom is muted under certain conditions (for
details refer to "Intercom Operation", page 30).

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Transmit Mode
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•If PTT input is active (PTT=Push To Talk key is pushed) the
transceiver is set to transmit mode.
oMicrophone(s) signals can modulate the transmitter.
oPTT 1 input starts transmission from microphone path 1.
oPTT 2 input starts transmission from microphone path 2.
oIf "BOTH MIKES" are enabled in the configuration setup*,
each input (PTT 1 or 2) can start the transmission from
both microphone paths at the same time.
•The "TX" symbol shows that the device is in transmit mode.
•The sidetone (demodulated audio of the emitted signal) is
available on the headphone output.
•The transmit mode automatically deactivates the speaker.
* For details please refer to related manual:
http://www.becker-avionics.com/manuals/ Communication →VHF Transceiver
•In transmit mode some user actions are blocked e.g. change
the frequency selection mode or channel spacing mode, which
are normally permitted in receive mode.
•Changes in standard mode e.g. the "Preset" frequency are
possible even during transmission.
•In transmit mode is no intercom operation possible.
•Transmit mode is automatically terminated (return to receive
mode) after 120 s of continuous transmitting.
oThe display shows "STUCK PTT", see "Warning and
Failure Indications", page 36.
oFor the start of a new transmission first it is necessary to
set the /PTT line inactive.
118.005
127.000
TX

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Frequency Selection Modes
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Available modes:
•Standard mode
•Direct tune mode
•Channel mode
•Scan mode
Standard mode
Direct tune mode
Channel mode
Scan mode
•The availability of the modes depends on the adjustments in
the configuration setup*.
* For details please refer to related manual:
http://www.becker-avionics.com/manuals/ Communication →VHF Transceiver
The modes "Standard Mode", "Direct Tune Mode" and "Channel Mode" have
different layouts for the selection of the operating frequency.
•The modes are selectable with short push of the of the "MDE" key, one after
the other.
oThe display shows one by one: "Standard Mode", "Direct Tune Mode"
"Channel Mode", "Standard Mode", and so on.
•During the changes between the modes the active frequency is always the
same and active.
The mode SCAN is a sub-mode of standard mode and is for monitoring two
frequencies at the same time.
•Push "↕/SCN" key (2 s) to start/stop the scan function.
127.000
118.005
SQL
SQL
118.005
BAT 13.5V
SQL
125.875
CH
TWR EDSB 01
127.000
118.005
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SCAN

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Frequency Selection Modes
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•Push the "MDE" key to change to the standard mode page.
oThe active frequency is shown in the top line and preset
frequency in the bottom line.
•The change of the active frequency is not possible in standard
mode (only available in direct tune mode).
•The change of the preset frequency is possible.
•Make a "short push" on the rotary encoder to change the
MHz digits.
oThe changeable digits are shown inverted.
•Turn the rotary encoder clockwise/counter clockwise to change
the frequency in 1 MHz steps.
•Make another "short push" on the rotary encoder to change the
100 kHz digits.
oThe changeable digits are shown inverted.
•Turn the rotary encoder clockwise/counter clockwise to change
the frequency in 100 kHz steps.
•Make another "short push" on the rotary encoder to change the
25/8.33 kHz digits.
oThe changeable digits are shown inverted.
•Turn the rotary encoder clockwise/counter clockwise to change
the frequency in 25/8.33 kHz steps.
•
A short push of the "↨/SCN" key, exchanges active frequency to
preset frequency and vice versa.
oWhile the transceiver operates in transmit mode, the
exchange function is disabled.
•Push the "STO" key to store the active frequency into the next
vacant memory position of the user channel database (see
"Frequency Storage Functions", page 24).
118.005
127.000
IC
SQL
118.005
128.000
SQL
118.005
128.000
SQL
128.000
SQL
118.005