Installation
Becker Avionics
Installation Requirements
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RCU6512
DV17551.03 Issue 03 June 2020
2.3 Installation Requirements
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.
For connection this equipment is required as minimum for RCU6512 controller:
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Power supply.
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VHF transceiver RT6512 and PTT switch, antenna, microphone, headphone.
The installation of RCU6512 into an aircraft may be carried out by an authorized
installation company. The country regulations always have to be obeyed.
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The device must not be opened.
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Keep enough distance to devices with integrated ventilator fans to make
sure the free circulation of the cooling air.
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The installation area must have a minimum distance of 30 cm from the
magnetic aircraft compass, to prevent any interference to the magnetic
compass.
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Forced cooling is not required.
RCU6512 is made for installation in cockpit environment of fixed and rotary wing
aircraft.
These limitations apply for the installation:
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The installation must be in accordance with the local aviation authority
approved guidelines (e.g. EASA, FAA).
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The personnel installing this device must make sure that the aircraft
installation conditions are in the ETSO/TSO standards applicable for the
specified type or class of aircraft.
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The conditions and tests for ETSO/TSO approval of this article are minimum
performance standards.
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The equipment is not qualified for installation in areas with fluid
contamination.
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Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved in
written form by Becker may void the authorization to operate this equipment.
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Use only cables which are qualified for aircraft use (self-extinguishing).
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Use AWG 20 for power supply and AWG 22/24 for other cables.
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Fit sleeves over the solder joints on the equipment connector.
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Crimp connectors are also available from Becker.
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Use the applicable fuses in the power supply line for the protection of the
application, see "Technical Data", page 18.
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Examine the wiring carefully before power up the device(s) and examine
particularly correct connection of the power supply lines.
