DC Headsets in Mil Aircraft

[wibblefishbanana]

Hi,

I fly an Ex-RAF Bulldog, which has had the standard VHF replaced with a civvy one, but the NATO socket for headsets remains, along with the original Comms Control Unit (CCU), meaning that rather uncomfortable Mil headsets currently have to be used.

Previously I flew in a Bulldog with a civvilianised intercom system with my DC 13.4 headsets, which was much more agreeable.

I understand there is something to do with carbon/electret microphones, but my knowledge here is zilch.

Does anyone know if it is possible to simply get a NATO to 2 plug converter that will allow me to use the DC headsets in the current setup, or is something altogether more cunning require?

Cheers,

Wibble

[Centralize]

Wibble

Mil systms use a carbon mic whilst civvys use an electret mic, which unlike the carbon requires a power supply from the aircraft system to operate.

Adaptors available from www.headsetservices.com, based at Shoreham.

Know of any good places to hire a Bulldog...?

C

[ShyTorque]

Alternatively try Transair. I bought a convertor lead from them a few months back to use my David Clark helicopter headset (single plug, USA type) with a light aircraft fixed wing two-plug setup. They stock all types of convertor and I'm sure they can supply the one you require.

Alternatively, why not use a military helmet?

[wibblefishbanana]

Thanks for the replies.....

best I can find so far is:

this (http://www.headsetservices.com/prod_hsl/hsl_adaptor_011.html)

Does anyone have any experience in knowing whether this would work straight off, or if some converter is needed...?

Converters I have seen in my hunt all seem to be for turning NATO connecters into 2 pin sockets, as opposed to the other way around.


Centralize:

Believe Old Sarum or Kemble rent Bulldogs....


ShyTorque:

We do have a couple of military helmets, which we use for aeros etc, but for just bimbling around on hot days etc, would prefer to use the DCs.


Regards,

Wibble

[Centralize]

Wibble

The page on that link shows an adaptor, you need a converter, looks similar but also has a small box where the impedance matching etc takes place. Give them a call let them know which way you are converting ie mil a/c to civil headset, they will sell you one for around £80

C

[Warped Factor]

I have two basic adaptors, twin socket to single UK NATO that are available for sale.

If they fit your needs let me know, £30 the pair virtually unused (£29.95 each at Transair).

If you're local to EGLK or EGLM and want to try them first just say.

WF.