Avionics ATC-600A Portable Transponder/DME Test Set A portable transponder/DME ramp test set, the rugged ATC-600A is the ideal solution for both ramp or bench use. Performance Features • Read XPDR code and altitude The ATC-600A will perform, with radiated signals, all the tests required by numerically the revised Federal Aviation Regulations (91.177 and 43 Appendix F, as • Measure transponder frequency and amended December 19, 1973). check for correct DME channel • Reads out XPDR code and altitude numerically and also displays binary • Measure transponder receiver sensitivity pulse information for code and altitude • Performs all tests required by the • Measures transponder frequency and checks for correct DME channel revised Federal Aviation Regulations (91.177 and 43 Appendix F) • Front panel connector provided to directly check the output of altitude encoders • Two-year limited warranty • Capable of checking XPDR input pulse decoder gate for marginal operation IFR is a leader in the design, manufacture and • Checks position of XPDR second framing pulse relative to F 1 marketing of Avionics test systems. • Measures transponder receiver sensitivity and SLS tests A portable transponder/DME ramp test set, the rugged ATC-600A is the ideal solution for both • Precision DME range and velocity signals, both X and Y channel ramp or bench use. Providing simulation of the • Uses remote tripod mounted antenna - can be accurately spaced from ground station or airborne environment, the ATC- aircraft antenna for power measurements 600A meets the latest ARINC specifications and FAA regulations concerning transponder receiver Specification sensitivity and SLS tests. Transponder tests allow quick determination of Transponder transmitter power, frequency, percent reply, pilot’s Interrogations Output code and encoded altitude. For DME testing, the Frequency unit includes accurate range and velocity simula- tion, power and frequency and PRF measure- 1030 MHz (±0.006%) ments. Level Variable from -66 to -79 dBm (±1.5 dBm) with 34 dB pad or radiated with properly spaced antenna Modes A/C, Altitude or Pilot Code, 2:1 interlace, or Mode A (Mode B available on request) Pulse Spacing Reply Output Mode A P1 to P3 8 µs (±0.1 µs) Frequency Mode C P1 to P3 21 µs (±0.1 µs) (In A/C Modes) 17X-channel: 978 MHz ±0.006% (108.00 MHz paired) Mode C P1 to P3 17 µs (±0.1 µs) 17Y-channel: 1104 MHz ±0.006% (108.05 MHz paired) SLS P1 to P2 ±0.1 µs 18X-channel: 979 MHz ±0.006% (108.10 MHz paired) Variable Spacing Level P2 and P3 variable with respect to P1 (±1 µs), ±1 µs from nominal Approximately -45 direct with 34 dB pad or radiated with properly for input decoder gate tests spaced antenna PRF Reply Pulses 235 Hz (±10%) 3.5 µs wide (±0.5 µs) SLS Test Pulse Spacing ±1.0 dB P2 inserted at 0 or -9 dB relative to P1 X channel: 12 µs wide (±0.2 µs) Y channel: 30 µs wide (±0.2 µs) Reply Measurements Range Power (UUT) 0 to 399 NM in 1 NM steps. Accuracy ±0.07 NM (±0.02%) 10 W to 1.5 kW peak (±20%); direct with 34 dB pad Velocity ±3 dB radiated with properly spaced antenna Crystal-controlled digital velocity with rates of 50, 75, 100, 150, 200, 300, 400, 600, 800, 1200, 1600 and 2400 knots (±0.02% Frequency Check of setting). Inbound or outbound starting from any selected range. 1086 to 1093 MHz (±0.3 MHz) Range steps in velocity mode are 0.025 NM (system), 0.1 NM displayed. Altitude Code Percent Reply Binary and Numerical Readout, -1.0 to 126.7 thousand feet 50% or 100% Pilot Code Squitter Binary and Numerical Readout, 0000 to 7777 2700 PRF (±50 Hz) Percent Reply ldent Tone 0% to 100%, either A/C or A(B) modes 1350 Hz (±8 Hz) with equalizing pulses F2 Pulse Position Measurement of rising and falling edge ±0.5 µs from nominal General (±0.05 µs) ENVIRONMENTAL Status Lamps Temperature Ident Pulses, Invalid Altitude Code and No Altitude Code -20° to 55°C Encoder Test Relative Humidity Direct connection accepts altitude encoder ≤80% for temperature up to 31°C, decreasing linearly to 50% at 40°C (Non-condensing) DME Altitude Interrogations Measurements ≤4000 meters (13,124 feet) PRF GENERAL Track PRF 0 to 30 Hz ±5% full scale Calibration Interval Search PRF 0 to 300 Hz ±5% full scale 1 year Power (UUT) Power 10 W to 1.5 kW peak (±20%); direct with 34 dB pad ±3 dB radiated with properly spaced antenna 102 to 120 VAC, 220 to 240 VAC, 50 Hz to 400 Hz, ≤±10% of the nominal voltage, 24 W maximum Frequency Check Internal 2.0 AH NICAD battery operation for approximately 2 hours 1038 to 1045 MHz (±0.3 MHz) Dimensions Versions and Accessories Housed in a portable case 290 mm wide, 130 mm high, 410 mm deep When ordering please quote the full ordering number information. Housed in a portable case 11.4 in. wide, 5.1 in. high, 16.1 in. deep Weight Ordering Numbers 8.1 kg (18 lbs.) approximately Versions 600-110 ATC-600A Transponder/DME Ramp Test Electromagnetic Compatibility Equipment, 110 VAC operation Complies with the limits in the following standards: 600-220 ATC-600A Transponder/DME Ramp Test EN 55011 Class B Equipment, 220 VAC operation EN 50082-1 Safety Complies with EN 61010-1 for class 1 portable equipment and is for All IFR Avionics products delivered with Factory Certificate Of Calibration use in a pollution degree 2 environment. The instrument is designed to operate from an installation category 1 or 2 supply. IFR - "Working together to create solutions for the world of communications." CHINA IFR is a world leader in developing leading edge test and measurement equipment. Tel: [+86] (10) 6467 2823 The priority at IFR is to understand your communications test needs and respond Fax: [+86] (10) 6467 2821 to them. 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