IFR/Aeroflex ATC-600A Portable Transponder/DME Ramp Test Set

Description

IFR ATC-600A Portable Transponder/DME Ramp Test Set
Comes with a manual and what you see in the pictures. If you don't see it, you probably wont get it.
Specifications are from IFR and may vary slightly due to upgrades, options, or revisions this unit may or may not have.
The unit is guaranteed to work for 30 days, parts and labor. The unit has a new battery pack.
List Price was:
,500.00 in 2004.
The Unit's Serial Number Tag Reads:
Model Number:
ATC-600A
Serial Number:
843
Input:
115 V, 60 Hz
Key Features:
A completely portable unit designed to provide accurate Transponder/DME measurements on the ramp or at the bench. The popular ATC-600A will perform, with radiated signals, all tests required by the revised Federal Aviation Regulations (91.177 and 43 appendix F, as amended December 19, 1973).
Reads out XPDR code and altitude numerically and also displays binary pulse information for code and altitude
Measures transponder frequency and checks for correct DME channel
Front panel connector provided to directly check the output of altitude encoders
Capable of checking XPDR input pulse decoder gate for marginal operation
Checks position of XPDR second framing pulse relative to F
1
Measures transponder receiver sensitivity and SLS tests
Precision DME range and velocity signals, both X and Y channel
Uses remote tripod mounted antenna - can be accurately spaced from aircraft antenna for power measurements
General Description:
The ATC-600A is a completely self-contained unit designed to provide accurate Transponder/DME measurements on ramp or at the bench. Compact, mini in size and weight, this portable Test Set permits simulation of the ground station and airborne environment. Meets latest ARINC specifications and FAA regulations (91.177 and 43 appendix F as amended December, 1973) concerning transponder receiver sensitivity and SLS tests.
Transponder tests allow quick determination of transmitter power, frequency, percent reply, pilot's code and encoded altitude. Variable-spaced interrogations and reply framing timing checks are also provided.
DME testing capabilities include accurate range and velocity simulation, power and frequency, and PRF measurements.
Transponder Specifications:
Interrogations Output:
Mode:
A/C, Altitude or Pilot Code, 2:1 interface, or mode A
Pulse Spacing:
P
2
and P
3
variable with respect to P
1
±1 µs from nominal for input decoder gate tests
PRF:
235 Hz ±10%
SLS Test:
±1.0 dB P
2
inserted at 0 dB or -9 dB relative to P
1
Power:
-66 to -79 dBm direct with 34 dB pad ±1.5 dBm
Reply Measurements:
Power (UUT):
10 W to 1.5 kW peak, ±20%; direct with 34 dB pad. ±3 dB radiated with properly spaced antenna
Frequency Check:
1086 to 1093 MHz, ±0.3 MHz
Altitude Code:
Binary and Numerical Readout, -1.0 to 126.7 thousand feet
Pilot Code:
Binary and Numerical Readout, 0000 to 7777
Percent Reply:
0-100%, either A/C or A(B) modes
F
2
Pulse Position:
Measurement of rising and falling edge ±0.5 µs from nominal
Status Lamps:
Ident Pulses, Invalid Altitude Code and No Altitude Code
Encoder Test:
Direct connection accepts altitude encoder
DME Specifications:
Interrogations Measurements:
PRF:
Power (UUT):
Frequency Check:
Reply Output:
Frequency:
Paired with VOR: 108.00 MHz (17X-channel) or 108.05 MHz (17Y-channel) standard.
Output Power:
Approximately -45 direct with 34 dB pad or radiated with properly spaced antenna
Range:
0 to 399 NM in 1 NM steps. Accuracy ±0.07 NM ±0.02%
Velocity:
Crystal-controlled digital velocity with rates of 50, 75, 100, 150, 200, 300, 400, 600, 800, 1200, 1600, and 2400 knots, ±0.02% of setting. Inbound or outbound starting from any selected range. Range steps in velocity mode are 0.025 NM (system) 0.1 NM displayed
Percent Reply:
100% or 50%
Ident Tone:
1350 Hz (±8 Hz) with equalizing pulses
Physical Characteristics:
Power:
115/240 VAC, 50 to 400 Hz, 20 W. Internal NICAD battery operation for approximately 2 hours continuous operation.
Dimensions:
Housed in a portable case 11.4" (29.0 cm) wide, 5.1" (13.0 cm) high, 16.1" (41.0 cm) deep. - does not include packaging
Weight:
18 lbs. (8.1 kg) approx. - does not include packaging
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09/07/17