Pilot USA PA-200TE - Manual (Page 2)

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PA-200T Intercom Features
 Portable and Compact
 Cell/Satellite Phone Interface
 Pilot and Co-Pilot Volume Controls
 Adjustable Squelch Circuit
 Portable Push-To-Talk Switch (Sold Separately)
 Fail-Safe Mode
 Easy Battery Access
 Powered By 9V Alkaline Battery
 25 – 30 Hours Battery Life
 Expandable to 4 Stations
2.0 Off/On Power
The intercom is turned on by turning the Pilot’s volume control clockwise. The control has a definite click
when it is turned on or off. In order to remember to turn the intercom off, many Pilots add a ‘Power Off
Intercom’ instruction to their aircraft checklist.
2.1 Pilot / Co-Pilot Volume Control
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olume is increased by turning the volume control clockwise. Decrease the volume by turning the control
counterclockwise. 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. In order to remember to turn the intercom off, many Pilots add a ‘Power Off Intercom’ instruction
to their aircraft checklist.
2.2 Squelch (SQL) Setting
The sensitivity of the squelch is controlled by turning the control clockwise (increasing sensitivity) or by
turning the control counter-clockwise (decreasing 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.
2.3 Cell Phone
Our latest modification to our proven intercom is the addition of a cell phone jack. This will allow the pilot to
use their cell phone though the intercom while still wearing a headset. This feature also provides the Pilot
with a back-up for the aircraft radio should the radio have a malfunction. Your intercom comes with one cord
fitted with a 2.5mm plug on one end and a 3.5mm plug on the opposite end. The 3.5mm plug at the end of
the cord is plugged into the jack marked CELL PHONE. The 2.5mm plug end is then plugged into your cell
phone. Your cell phone may require a cell phone adapter which can be purchased at a local electronics
store. If the Pilot does not want the Co-Pilot to hear the cell phone conversation, the squelch needs to be
turned all the way counterclockwise. The Pilot can then talk in a low voice and the Co-Pilot will not hear
because the Co-Pilot’s headset will block out any noise or conversation. Air Traffic Control will always be
more intelligible (louder) than music or incoming cell phone conversation allowing the Pilot to always
hear ATC transmissions.
2.4 Fail-Safe Feature
All 200 series
intercoms are equipped with a Fail-Safe feature. This means if your batteries fail, you will still
be able to hear ATC transmission - but the level of volume will be reduced. As long as the intercom is turned
On, you will hear ATC transmission through the intercom system.