Installation / Operation Manual
System Control Unit
16.03.2021 | V1.04
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Preface
Thank you for purchasing a System Control Unit from RS Flight Systems. We are pleased that you have
chosen our product and are confident that it will meet all your expectations. In case of questions or
problems with the unit, feel free to contact us:
RS Flight Systems GmbH
Oberer Luessbach 29-31
82335 Berg | Germany
Phone: +49-8178-8681-300
E-Mail: [email protected]
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System Description
The System Control Unit (SCU) itself is based on the proven hardware of the second generation Engine
Management Unit family (EMU 912iS evo and EMU 9xiS). The stand-alone main unit offers the
following functionality:
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Automatic propeller speed control for Single Lever Power Control
(in combination with optional MT Propeller governor)
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Automatic throttle valve control for helicopter or UAV applications
(in combination with optional actuator system)
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Three optically isolated CANaerospace data bus interfaces for retained redundancy
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Engine Data transfer to CAN-based third party avionics systems (e.g. by Garmin or Dynon)
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Continuous monitoring and health checking of both ECU display buses
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Seamless integration into the Rotax 912iS / 915iS engine wiring harness
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Minimum installation effort (single device, 2 connectors and 6 wires for basic functionality)
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Remote installation possible
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Georeferenced data recording of all parameters at 10 Hz over up to 2000 hours
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Simple data transfer and software update via an integrated memory card slot
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Sophisticated visualization and processing tool for recorded data (Windows, Linux, MacOS)
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Google Earth file export for recorded data including GNSS and engine data
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Several additional input and output channels for future system upgrades
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Suitable for 14 V and 28 V aircraft electrical systems
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Preassembled wiring harnesses available as accessories
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Highly customizable software (available on request)
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High level of manufacturing and quality control
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Engineering and production exclusively done in Germany
