PILOT PA-200T Intercom, PA-200EXP Expansion Module
Operational Guide
1.0 Introduction
In this rapidly changing world of electronics, our industry is being bombarded by new innovative features from flat screen monitors to
digitally enhanced audio systems. Our latest products, headsets and intercoms, have had a cell phone interface added so that you can
communicate on the ground using your headset or have your cell phone as a back-up for a radio failure.
Before going on and reading this guide, we would recommend that you register your purchase by completion of the warranty card
provided with the intercom. We hope that our intercom will enhance your flying experience for many years to come. If you have any
questions after reading this manual, please do not hesitate to contact us on 1-714-731-0790.
1.1 Features
Portable & Compact
Cell / Satellite Phone Interface
Pilot & Co-Pilot Volume Controls
Adjustable Squelch Circuit
Portable Push-To-Talk Switch
Fail Safe Mode
Easy Battery Access
Powered by 9V Battery
25-30 Hours Battery Life
Expandable to 4 Stations (PA-200EXP)
Table of Contents
Page
Introduction
………………………. 1.0
Features ………………………………
1.1
Off/On Power ……………………...
1.2
Pilot/Co-Pilot Volume Control ………..
1.3
Squelch Adjustment ………………..…. 1.4
Cell Phone Interface……………………. 2.0
Fail-Safe Feature……………….……….. 2.1
PTT / Y-Adapter Set-up………………..
2.2
Battery Power ………………..………..
2.3
Expansion Module ……………….........
2.4
Warranty …………………….……….… 2.5
Technical Specifications………………..
2.6
1.2 Off/On Power
The intercom is turned on by turning the system’s volume control clockwise. The control has a definite “click” when it is turned On or
Off. The pilot’s headset
must
be plugged in for the intercom to function properly. Your intercom is also equipped with a Power Off
Circuit. If the Pilot’s headphone plug is disengaged from the jack, the intercom will power off.
1.3 Pilot
/
Co-Pilot Volume Control
The intercoms volume is increased the by turning the volume control clockwise. Decrease the volume by turning the control counter-
clockwise. This control regulates the volume heard by the pilot and co-pilot.
The co-pilot position on the intercom will not function
unless the pilot’s headphone plug is engaged on the pilot’s side of the intercom.
Many pilots in order to remember turning the
intercom off, add a “Power Off Intercom” instruction to their aircraft’s checklist.
1.4 Squelch Setting (SQ)
The sensitivity of the squelch is controlled by turning the control clockwise (increasing mic sensitivity) or by turning the control counter-
clockwise (decreasing mic sensitivity). The squelch can be adjusted to meet even the most extreme noise levels of aircraft noise. Setting
the squelch properly allows the intercom to be active only when someone speaks into their headset microphone. The intercom will
become inactive as soon as they stop speaking. In this manner all extraneous noise in the cockpit is not heard over the microphone.
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