Walter Dittel Radios and
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Overview
Walter Dittel is a highly respected
manufacturer of small, high quality, low current drain aviation radios and
accessories.
The new FSG2T has a standby current draw of only 50 mA!
Perfect for use in sailplanes. 20 channel memory.
The newly developed FSG2T VHF airband
transceiver with 25 kHz channel spacing and 20 memory channels out of 760
channels meets the most modern requirements in the transceiver’s category.
Operating from 9 to 16 Volts with very low power consumption means real long
battery endurance. The separate and individually adjustable microphone
inputs together with the built-in voice operated intercom provide the best
speech characteristic you can expect.
The FSG2T is simple to operate and certified for air, ground and modern
electronically equipped vehicles.
All Dittel products come with a 2 year
factory warranty.
Important Service Bulletin For Dittel FSG2T Radios
In late July of 2010 Dittel issued an important service bulletin. It
applies to FSG 2T VHF/AM Airband Transceivers, Part Number (P/N) F10350,
serial numbers (s/n) 35(X)-05100 through 35(X)-06462 inclusive, except
units marked with Mod-Index: SB 1.06, and s/n 353-05172, 353-05189,
355-05557, 355-05696 and 356-05828.
All Walter Dittel FSG2T units sold by Cumulus
Soaring, Inc. after May of 2010 are not affected. All units sold prior
to May of 2010 are affected. Please compare the serial number on your
radio to the numbers in the service bulletins.
I highly recommend getting the repair done.
It is mandatory to have the repair done to keep the radio airworthy (legal).
I have asked Dittel whether I can do the
repair/upgrade here at my office in Minnesota. Unfortunately, that
will not be possible for a variety of very good reasons. There are no
Dittel authorized repair stations in the USA that are authorized to do the
repair. Therefore it will be necessary to send all affected radios to
Dittel in Germany for repair. The good news is that the repair itself
is free. However, you must pay for shipping to and from Dittel.
Other good news is that in addition to the required repair, another
improvement will be done - also free of charge.
If you want the repair done quickly, I
recommend shipping the radio to Dittel using U.S. Postal Service Express
Mail International because it is much less expensive than UPS.
However, UPS is much faster - especially at getting items through customs.
Be sure to indicate clearly on the package that the package contains a radio
being returned to the manufacturer in Germany for repair. Be sure
to contact Dittel in advance of shipment using the contact information below.
You can work out payment directly to Dittel for the return shipping, or I
can pay them for you. I change a $30 service fee to cover wire
transfer fees and my time.
Batch Shipment to Dittel
If you are not pressed for time,
you may want to send the radio to me. I will wait and send multiple
units together at once to minimize shipping costs in both directions. I will make a
shipment on December 1st, 2010 - so please get your radio to me before that
date if you want to take advantage of the reduced shipping costs. I will
bill you a $30 handling fee to cover wire transfer fees and my time. I
will also bill you your share of the cost of shipping the batch to Dittel,
shipping the batch back to me and then shipping your radio back to you.
Below is text from the service bulletin in
regard to getting units repaired at Dittel.
It is strongly recommended to execute the
modification by DITTEL Messtechnik GmbH. Modifications executed at other
locations require qualified, trained and authorized personal avoid
damaging the transceiver’s PC board when introducing the modification.
In case of introduction of the modification others than the manufacturer
itself, the manufacturer will not take over any responsibility for the
correctly executed modification, verified functioning or any damage of
the transceiver unit.
For modification of transceiver units
please contact our (Dittel's) sales/service
department prior to shipping under:
Dittel Messtechnik GmbH
Erpftinger Strasse 36
D-86899 Landsberg
Germany
Tel.: +49-(0) 8191 3351-0
Fax: +49-(0) 8191 3351-49
Email: Service-funk@dittel.com
Transceiver units to be modified according Service Bulletin SB
FSG2T-1.06 shall be sent CPT (Cost Paid To) Landsberg and will be sent
back DDU (Delivery Duty Unpaid) as per Incoterms 2000.
The execution of the modification according to this Service Bulletin
at manufacturer Dittel facilities is free of charge.
Details are available in the documents below.
Example Systems
Single-Seat Sailplane - Complete System
- F10350 - FSG 2T radio
- F10028 - Wiring harness
- F10061 - Speaker box
and wire junction box
- F10039 - Gooseneck microphone
- F10050 - Push-to-talk
button with wires
- Total: $2518
Two-Seat Sailplane - Complete System
- F10350 - FSG 2T radio
- F10028 - Wiring harness
- F10061 - Speaker box
and wire junction box
- 2 x F10039 - Gooseneck microphone
- 2 x F10050 -
Push-to-talk button with wires
- Total: $2828
Manuals for Current and Past Products
FSG2T Install
and Operation Manual - Current Product
FSG2T-Reset-Instructions
Manual
FSG 2T PC Portable System
Manual
FSG 2T PS Portable System
FSG40S User Manual
FSG50 Wiring Diagrams
FSG60M User Manual
FSG 70-FSG71M Operation and Installation Manual
Currency Issues
Since the products below are from outside the US, the prices are subject to change
with fluctuations in currency values.
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| F10350 |
FSG 2T - Avionics
Transceiver
5 Watt, 760 Channel, 25 kHz channel spacing, 20
channel memory, mounts in 2 1/4" (57mm) instrument panel hole.
Mounting screws included.
This is a very, very nice radio. You never hear of anyone complain
about their Dittel radio. The
display features very large digits which make it easy to read. The
user interface is extremely simple. Just rotate the large knob to
select one of the 20 preset channels, or press the "F/CH" button to dial
in any frequency. Press the large knob to move the underline between MHz
and kHz. Rotate the know to adjust the underlined number.
The "STO" button is used to store a frequency to one of the 20 preset
channels. It couldn't be any easier. I also like how the
display can show the battery voltage.
I very highly recommend purchasing all the options listed below.
The wiring harness is necessary for connecting all the wires to the
radio. The speaker box also acts as a wire junction box and makes
it possible to connect all accessories without any soldering or even
using a screwdriver.Options
- F10028 - Wiring harness
- F10061 - Speaker box
and wire junction box
- F10039 - Gooseneck microphone
- F10050 - Push-to-talk
button with wires
FSG2T
Install and Operation Manual |
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$1895 |
In
Stock |
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| F10028 |
Wiring Harness Assembly
3.2m (10.5 ft), with DB-15 connector and numbered flat connectors.
For use in single and double seat gliders. I highly recommend the use of
this wiring harness.
The wires with connectors are to be plugged into the F10061 - Speaker
box and wire junction box. When used with the speaker / junction
box the installation is extremely easy. The wires all have
connectors on them and are all labeled, making it easy to connect the
wiring harness to the junction box without any tools. The wiring
harness not only makes installation very easy, it also makes long term
maintenance much easier. Also, since you don't have to do any
soldering, there is no chance to mis-wire anything - which could damage
your new and expensive radio. |
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$135 |
In
Stock |
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DB-15f-Posts |
DB-15f Connector with
Posts
This is a female connector for use with the FSG 2T radio. The
DB-15m connector on the back of the radio has a special slide-lock
mechanism. This mating connector has 2 posts that work with the
slide-lock mechanism. The kit includes:
- DB-15f connector with solder cups
- Metalized Plastic Backshell
- 2 locking posts with 2 nuts and 6
lock washers
Note: Although this option is much less
expensive than the wiring harness assembly above. I highly
recommend buying the F10028 wiring harness listed
above for the reasons listed in its description. |
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20.12 |
In
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| F10039 |
Dynamic Gooseneck Microphone
Length of gooseneck from base to end of microphone: 370 mm (14.5"),
Cable length: 3 m
(10 ft), 5-pole DIN connector, great for use in gliders. DIN connector
plugs directly into the F10061 - Speaker box and
wire junction box. I've seen a lot of pilots get by without a
gooseneck microphone. Once they upgrade to a gooseneck microphone
with a push-to-talk button mounted on the stick, they never go back.
The reason is that you don't have to hunt for and fumble with a handheld
microphone. You simply press the button and start talking.
The simplicity improves safety because you spend less time with your
head looking about the cockpit. |
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$265 |
In
Stock |
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| F10050 |
PTT (Push-to-talk) key for
control stick
3 m (10 ft) cable, very rugged design.
The same switch is available without the wires for less money here:
Misc. |
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$45 |
In
Stock |
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| F10061 |
Aircraft Speaker Box and
Wire Junction Box
4 Ohm,
30 Watt, small, robust case, for 2 mikes or headsets, 5-pole sockets,
fits F10028 or F10029
harness. Highly recommended! When used with the F10028 - Wiring harness
this speaker box acts as a wire junction box and makes it possible to
connect all accessories without any soldering or even using a
screwdriver. See photos at right. All connection terminals
are labeled to make it easy to connect everything together. |
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$178 |
In
Stock |
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DIN-5m-240 |
DIN Connector, 5-pin,
male
For use with Dittel F10061 Speaker and Wiring
Junction Box. One is included (attached) with the
F10039 microphone. The 5 pins have a 240 degree sweep. |
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$15 |
In
Stock |
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| W00114 |
Rod antenna, swivel type
For mounting on a car or recreational vehicle. Rod Length: 19.5"
(0.495 m), Total Height: 24" (0.61 m), Cable length: 5
m (16 ft), Has an odd connector on the end of the cord that will need to
be replaced with a BNC connector. Use
part number E08980. |
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$116 |
In
Stock |
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H00217 |
Battery Box
This is an extremely nice battery box. This box offers
stainless steel construction, a very useful battery voltage level
indicator and a circuit breaker for battery protection. Mounting plate
included. Designed to hold a 7 to 9 Ah battery like the
PS-1290.
Includes a battery indicator which allows a quick check of the battery
status at the press of a button. One LED on indicates 11V, each
additional LED indicates 1 additional volt.
Maximum Battery Dimension: Length: 6", Width, 2.5", Height: 4"
Connector: 3-pin DIN connector with locking ring, The battery box
comes with a single connector which is generally used to connect to the
glider electrical system. I recommend a 2nd DIN-3m connector for connecting to a battery charger.
Note: Battery not included. |
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$270 |
In
Stock |
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F10386 |
Portable Case 70 PS
Portable case for use with FSG2T or FSG90 radio.
Required but not
included:
Features
- Powerful built-in rechargeable
lead-calcium battery
- Rugged aluminum case
- 2 position locking handle
- Built-in loudspeaker
- Built-in battery meter
- 15 to 27 hours of operation/charge
- Mike clip
Size: 218 x 89 x 336 mm (8.6 x 3.5 x 13.2
inches)
Weight: 5.2 kg (11.4 lbs.)
Brochure
Complete System
- FSG2T radio,
$1870
- F10013 Portable Case 70 PS, $905
- F10346
microphone, $69
- F10345
antenna, $136
- F10385 DL-50 charger,
$237
- Total: $3217 ($1347 not including
the radio)
Recommended
- F10393, 12V
cigarette lighter charger for use in car, $27
Manual FSG 2T PS Portable System |
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$905 |
4
weeks |
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F10345 |
Whip Antenna
For use with Dittel 10013 Portable Case 70 PS and 10360 Portable
Case 70 PC |
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$136 |
4
weeks |
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F10346 |
Handheld Dynamic Microphone for
Portable Case 70 PS
For use with Dittel 10013 Portable Case 70 PS, includes DIN-5m-240
connector. Also works great with the Dittel
F10061 Speaker/Junction Box. |
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$69 |
In
Stock |
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F10385 |
DL-50 Battery Charger
For use with Dittel 10013 Portable Case 70 PS
Automatic
115 / 230 V |
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$237 |
4
weeks |
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F10393 |
12V car power supply
cable
For use with Dittel 10386 Portable Case 70 PS and 10388 Portable
Case 70 PC |
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$27 |
4
weeks |
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F10388 |
Portable Case 70 PC
Portable case for use with FSG2T radio with built-in charger.
Required but not
included:
Features
- Built-in charger (115 / 230 V)
- Powerful built-in rechargeable
lead-calcium battery (12V / 6.5 Ah)
- Rugged Polyurethane case
- 2 position locking handle
- Built-in loudspeaker
- Built-in battery meter
- 15 to 27 hours of operation/charge
- Mike clip
Size: 277 x 86 x 345 mm (10.9 x 3.4 x
13.6 inches)
Weight: 6.2 kg (13.6 lbs.)
Brochure
Complete System
- FSG2T radio,
$1870
- F10388 Portable Case 70 PC, $1275
- F10041
microphone, $345
- F10345
antenna, $136
- Total: $3626 ($1756 not including
the radio)
Recommended
- F10393, 12V
cigarette lighter charger for use in car, $27
Manual FSG 2T PC Portable System |
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$1275 |
4
weeks |
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F10041 |
Handheld Microphone for
Portable Case 70 PC
For use with Dittel 10013 Portable Case 70 PS |
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$345 |
4
weeks |
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DIN-3f |
DIN Connector, 3
conductor, female
For use with DIN-3m connector.
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$10 |
In
Stock |
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DIN-3m |
DIN Connector, 3-pin,
male
For use with Dittel H00098 Battery
Box (starting in 2010).
The battery box comes with a single connector which is generally used to
connect to the glider electrical system. I recommend buying a 2nd
connector for connecting to a battery charger.
Note: Older (pre-2010) versions of the
Dittel Battery Box used DIN-2m connectors. They are no longer
available. |
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$15 |
In
Stock |
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DIN-3f-pm |
DIN Connector, 3-pin,
female, Panel Mount
There are 3 pins for conductors.
This is the same connector used in the Dittel H00098 battery box
(starting in 2010).
To be used with DIN-3m connector. |
The photos above are of a DIN-2f-pm.
The pins on the DIN-3m are similar, but different than the ones in the
photos. |
$10 |
In
Stock |
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| E59767 |
Antenna connector, BNC
plug
Solder type, for RG-58 cable
This is an extremely nice BNC
connector. Soldering is required for connecting this connector to a
coaxial cable.
Telegärtner part number: J01000B0608
Assembly Instructions from
Dittel
Details on manufacturer's web site
Assembly
Instructions from manufacturer's web site or
here
Data Sheet from manufacturer's web site |
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$14.95 |
In
Stock |
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| PTT-Gold |
PTT Gold Adapter
Push-to-talk adapter with Velcro strap. Includes male and
female microphone jacks. Many pilots use these with handheld
radios. Most handheld aviation radios include a "Y" cable that can
be used to connect an aviation headset to the handheld radio. This
unit can be used between the "Y" cable and the aviation headset.
The push-to-talk button is Velcro'd to the control stick so that it can
be accessed easily. |
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$23 |
In
Stock |
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