Wulfsberg Electronics VSC 40C User manual

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VCS 40C VHF COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
INSTALLATION MANUAL
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Arizona, designs and manufactures the Wulfsberg Electronics Series III line of products, including
the VCS 40C VHF Communication System. For more than 25 years, Chelton Avionics, Inc. has
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VCS 40C VHF COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
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VCS 40C VHF COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
INSTALLATION MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page
SECTION 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 1-1
2. Applicability........................................................................................................................... 1-1
3. Equipment Description ........................................................................................................ 1-1
A. VC-401C VHF Communications Transceiver............................................................... 1-1
B. CD-402C Control Display Unit .................................................................................... 1-1
4. Available Configuration Variations ...................................................................................... 1-2
5. Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................... 1-3
6. Installation Kits and Accessories ......................................................................................... 1-6
A. VC-401C Connector Kits.............................................................................................. 1-6
B. CD-402C Connector Kits ............................................................................................. 1-7
C. Dual Mounting.............................................................................................................. 1-7
7. Accessories Required But Not Supplied ........................................................................... 1-10
8. Tools Required But Not Supplied ...................................................................................... 1-10
9. License Requirements ....................................................................................................... 1-10
SECTION 2 – INSTALLATION
1. General ................................................................................................................................ 2-1
2. Unpacking and Inspecting Equipment ................................................................................. 2-1
3. Equipment Installation.......................................................................................................... 2-1
A. Cooling Considerations ............................................................................................... 2-1
B. VC-401C Mechanical Installation................................................................................. 2-1
C. Dual Installation Considerations................................................................................... 2-2
D. VC-401C Harness and Connector Assembly............................................................. 2-11
E. CD-402C Mechanical Installation .............................................................................. 2-19
F. Antenna Installation ................................................................................................... 2-23
G. Optional Strapping ..................................................................................................... 2-23
4. Post Installation Check....................................................................................................... 2-24
A. System Test .............................................................................................................. 2-24
B. Flight Check .............................................................................................................. 2-24
SECTION 3 – OPERATION
1. General................................................................................................................................. 3-1
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure/Title Page
2-1 Three Radio System Transmit Interlock Wiring....................................................... 2-3
2-2 VC-401C Outline Drawing ...................................................................................... 2-5
2-3 VC-401C Mounting Tray Envelope Drawing (2 Sheets).......................................... 2-7
2-4 RF Cable Fabrication ........................................................................................... 2-11
2-5 VC-401C Rack Mount Connector ......................................................................... 2-12
2-6 VC-401C Polarizing Post Assembly ..................................................................... 2-15
2-7 VCS 40C Interconnect Diagram ........................................................................... 2-17
2-8 CD-402C Cable Connector Assembly .................................................................. 2-19
2-9 CD-402C Outline Drawing..................................................................................... 2-21
LIST OF TABLES
Table Title Page
1-1 VC-401C Configuration Variations ......................................................................... 1-2
1-2 CD-402C Configuration Variations.......................................................................... 1-2
1-3 VC-401C Specifications ......................................................................................... 1-3
1-4 CD-402C Specifications ......................................................................................... 1-5
1-5 VC-401C Connector Kit........................................................................................... 1-6
1-6 VC-401C Mounting Tray Safety Wire Compatible .................................................. 1-6
1-7 VC-401C Mounting Tray Non-Safety Wire Compatible........................................... 1-6
1-8 CD-402C Connector Kit .......................................................................................... 1-7
1-9 VC-401C Mounting Tray Dual, Safety Wire Compatible......................................... 1-7
1-10 VC-401C Mounting Tray Dual, Non-Safety Wire Compatible ................................. 1-8
1-11 VC-401C Mounting Tray Adapter Kit....................................................................... 1-9
1-12 CD-402C Mounting Adapter Kit, Black ................................................................... 1-9
1-13 CD-402C Mounting Adapter Kit, Gray .................................................................... 1-9
2-1 VC-401C Pin-outs ................................................................................................. 2-13
2-2 CD-402C Pin-outs ................................................................................................ 2-20
2-3 Strapping Options ................................................................................................. 2-23
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