4-Feb-2012 Source: Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics’ Airborne Digital Audio Management System, the DVCS 6100, is the best selling digital aircraft communication management system on the market and has set the standard in the industry for product features, reliability and maturity. With nearly a 1000 systems in operation and a wide range of installations performed by integration centers, as well as Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s) around the world, the DVCS 6100 is the first choice for many customers seeking professional grade audio and intercom systems.
Becker’s DVCS system is installed in a broad range of aircraft platforms, to include but not limited to:
Eurocopter AS350, Bo105, EC135, BK117, EC145
MD Helicopters MD900
Bell 206, 407, 429, 430, 412, UH-1
Sikorsky S-70A
Kazan Helicopters Mi-17, Mi-8
About the DVCS 6100
Whether for new aircraft installations or retrofits, the ruggedized, cost-effective DVCS 6100 is designed to withstand the most extreme airborne environments. The proven performance of the product has resulted in selection by a wide range of U.S. and foreign military and civilian customers. The DVCS 6100 system provides the possibility to match a wide range of operational requirements with only one system. Its scalability and flexibility reduces not only the cost and time requirements for constant re-engineering and certification in the case of a tailored system solution, but also reduces the learning curve for integration, maintenance and troubleshooting time. Through software programming options, the DVCS 6100 is both easily and quickly configurable to individual requirements, thus saving time and money.
With its flexible and open system architecture, operational comfort and superior voice quality, almost any customer requirement can be met. Becker Avionics focuses on meeting individual requirements with the highest commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. The state-of-the-art digital DVCS 6100 will enhance the effectiveness of any aerial platform. When compared to a legacy analog audio system, digital technology provides simplified installation, improved performance, reduced wiring and weight, along with reduced installation and maintenance costs. Furthermore, the comprehensive built-in-test (BIT) of the DVCS 6100 enables line maintenance crews and avionics technicians to easily diagnose/isolate failures and replace system components quickly.
No matter what the mission; from Police and EMS, to passenger transport and surveillance or utility, the Becker DVCS system ensures the effectiveness of any aerial platform.
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DVCS 6100 Digital Audio System Features
The DVCS 6100 has been designed for both rotary and fixed-wing applications. The product fully reflects Becker Avionics’ proven know-how of more than four decades in audio system development for the aerospace industry. Since the market introduction of the 1st DVCS generation, almost 1000 systems have been delivered, with all achieving outstanding field reliability. The company’s continuous product improvement program has made the DVCS 6100 another Becker success story.
Becker’s Digital Audio technology is superior to any analog system, as it offers crystal-clear voice communication quality, a proven Man-Machine-Interface (MMI), outstanding reliability, scalability and flexibility, and is software configurable. The main system components of the DVCS 6100 system are the Remote Electronic Unit (REU) 6100, the Audio Control Unit (ACU) 6100, and the optional Intercom Amplifier IC3100.
The product offers up to 8 communication transmit (TX) and up to 8 receiver (RX) channels, an integrated warning tone generator for up to 8 different signals, an amplifier for 2 cockpit speakers, as well as interface capability for 2 Cockpit Voice Recorders (CVR), and a Public Address Amplifier (PA).
Up to 6 audio control units (ACUs) can be operated together with one REU. Each unit can be configured with the included software to give complete adjustments across different on-board systems. The system also meets the highest standards for night operation under NVG and military conditions. The ACU 6100 is available with NVIS green (MIL-STD 3009 Green B) and white backlight, and offers emergency and slaved mode operation. The DVCS 6100 represents a unique mission support tool that easily outperforms the competition.
Becker Avionics’ DVCS 6100 provides ‘best in class’ performance enabling it to achieve market leader status in the realm of commercial Digital intercoms!
About Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics is a privately held high-tech company that develops, manufactures and distributes the latest communications, navigation, surveillance and search & rescue equipment for airborne and ground applications.
Becker Avionics has a longstanding history of over 50 years in providing equipment to General and Corporate Aviation, ATC, law enforcement and military organizations around the world. In order to support international market requirements the Company has established branches around the world. Becker Avionics supports an extensive customer base, such as, but not limited to:
Eurocopter, EADS, Airbus, Bell Helicopter, British Aerospace, ATR, CASA, RUAG, Xi’an Aircraft Corporation, AgustaWestland, Pilatus, German Air Force, Navy and Army, German Border Patrol, German Police, Austrian Army and Police, Swiss Air Force, Dutch Police, Security Civil, Irish Air Corps, Egyptian Navy, Indonesian Navy, Portuguese Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy and U.S. Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol, etc. For more information see:
