The VIC-1 basic kit includes one AM-1780 Junction box / audio amplifier and two C-2298 Control Boxes.
AM-1780/VRC Audio Amplifier Is the main junction box for the AN/VIC-1 Vehicle Intercom System. It provides control of the 24 Volt DC power to the associated crewmember control boxes and to the radio system that may be connected to the amplifiers. The amplifiers also amplify and control the audio signals in the intercommunication (intercom) and radio circuits.
C-2289 Control Box The standard Crewmember Control Box, The C-2298/VRC allows vehicle crewmembers to select, by means of the MONITOR switch and the audio accessory controls, to communicate with other crewmembers via the intercom circuit, or remotely operate or monitor any radio equipment connected to the AM-1780/VRC.
AN/VIC-1 Vehicle Intercom System Over-View The AN/VIC-1 is a part of electrical harness of vehicles such as Tanks, Armoured Personnel Carriers and Self Propelled Howitzers. The AN/VIC-1 Intercommunications system provides tactical vehicle crew members with facilities for communications with radio connected to the system, as well as facilities for communicating with each other. It includes the AM-1780 and intercommunications remote control box C-2298. The number of remote control units used are dependent upon type of vehicle and its operational requirements.
Can support 2 Transmit / Receive radios and 2 Receive only radios.
Provides up to six intercom stations.
Push to talk can be selected for all stations or just the commanders station.
Each intercom station can select ALL or Radios A/B/C or intercom only operation.
Radio volume is reduced automatically when intercom is keyed.
Passive mode operation of radio's audio when the system is not powered.
Simplifies radio and intercom wiring.
Stations can use a Headset, CVC Helmet, H-180 headphones, H-250 Handset or M-80 Microphone.
Ruggedly constructed, water resistant and weather proof to military specification.