Cockpit Voice Recorder Control Units

The S161, S162 and S261 Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) Control Units are compliant with current standards and specifications and compatible with legacy CVRs.

An Acron Aviation Cockpit Voice Recorder Control Unit
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Product overview

The S161, S162 and S261 Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) Control Units, designed to work in tandem with CVRs, all share key performance characteristics with two notable configuration differences. The S161 uses an external cockpit area microphone while the S162 includes an integrated microphone.

The S261 functionality is the same as the S161 in a reduced height ‘slim line’ form factor. Each control unit is compliant with current standards and specifications and are compatible with legacy CVRs.

Key features

Control Unit highlights

  • CVR ‘Push to Test’ and ERASE switches
  • ‘Test Good’ LED indicator lamp
  • Audio Monitor Output headphone jack
  • Standard Dzus fastener panel mounting
  • Multiple configurations and colors; optional illuminated face plate

Compliance and compatibility

  • Control Unit is compatible with S056 and S058 family of Cockpit Area Microphones
  • Form factors comply with ARINC 757 characteristics
  • Fully compliant with EUROCAE ED-56A and ED-112
  • Compatible with all legacy CVRs
  • Approved to FAA TSO-C123a/b

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