Becker BD406, Operator'S Manual

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Becker Avionics
Operation
DV16401.03 Issue 04 May 2021 BD406/PBD406 81
3 Operation
In this chapter you can read about:
3.1 General........................................................................................................................................ 81
3.2 Device Description ...................................................................................................................... 81
3.3 Controls and Indications .............................................................................................................. 82
User Interface - BD406 ..................................................................................................... 82
Symbols on the BD406 Display ........................................................................................ 83
User Interface - PBD406 ................................................................................................... 84
Recommendations: .................................................................................................... 84
Audio Notification .............................................................................................................. 85
Warning and Failure Indications ....................................................................................... 86
Power Interrupt Indication ................................................................................................. 88
3.4 Operation Modes ......................................................................................................................... 88
3.5 Start-Up - BD406 with Control Head ........................................................................................... 89
3.6 Start-Up - BD406 without Control Head ...................................................................................... 90
Operation with other Controller ......................................................................................... 90
3.7 Start-Up - PBD406 ...................................................................................................................... 90
3.8 Mission Mode .............................................................................................................................. 91
Terms and Definitions ....................................................................................................... 91
Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) – Beacon/NavPoint detailed Menu .............................. 94
Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) – Beacon/NavPoint Course View ................................ 95
Mission Mode - Menu Structure ........................................................................................ 96
Operations from Beacons/NavPoints Details View ........................................................... 97
Operations from Beacons/NavPoints Menu View ........................................................... 101
Operations from Config Menu View ................................................................................ 103
Operations from Beacon/NavPoint Course View ............................................................ 105
3.9 GPS Status View ....................................................................................................................... 106
3.10 Receive Operation – Message Detection ................................................................................. 107
3.11 Contact Data ............................................................................................................................. 109
3.1 General
This section contains general information and instructions for safe operation.
3.2 Device Description
The COSPAS/SARSAT Beacon Decoder BD406 and PBD406 are made for use by search and
rescue (SAR) authorities as a tool to receive vital information and assistance during rescue missions.
• The BD406 is a single block device made for installations in fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
•
The BD406 without control head is a single block remote controlled device made for
installations in fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
o It does not have a user interface or display (remote controlled).
• The PBD406 is a portable version of the BD406 with built-in battery and housing.
Any use in different applications or combination with other equipment must be approved by Becker
Avionics.