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VIAVI - RGS-2000NG NextGen TCAS Test Set
- • Software-driven design allows for field updates for adding new features, capability or modifications due to industry changes
- • TCAS and ADS-B Target Generator
- • Simulates 32 dynamic and 568 static ADS-B/TCAS targets at 1090 MHz in scenario mode
- • Simulates 32 dynamic and 1,500 static UAT targets at 978 MHz as airborne or ground link messages 1
- • Simulates blocks of up to 1,000 messages for Ground Station and TCAS messages at 1030 MHz 2
- • ADS-B squitter encode/decode
- • More test capability than any tester in the market, all packed into one box
- • Pulse and frequency measurement Transponder test option for Modes A, C, S
- • Optional Command set emulation for SDX-2000, ATC-1400A and S-1403DL
- • 10.4 inch touch screen LCD display for operator control of all test set capabilities or can be remotely controlled via GPIB or Ethernet
- • Four port antenna simulation
- • Hybrid surveillance
- • Six independent transmitters and two receivers
- • Data parsing for analysis
1Requires RGSNGOPT10 Transponder, RGSNGOPT14 Multi-receiver, or RGSNGOPT13 UAT options
2Requires RGSNGOPT14 Multi-receiver
The premier test solution for development, certification, test and repair of Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS) and transponders
Designed for engineering development, design validation, manufacturing and return-to-service TCAS testing
The RGS-2000NG TCAS Test Set is an RF signal generator/receiver for testing TCAS (Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System) with an option available for testing transponder LRUs. The RGS-2000NG was designed with modern software-driven digital modulation technology and is the RGS-2000 replacement for engineering development, design validation, manufacturing and return-to-service testing.
Equipment Tested
- • TCAS computers
- • ADS-B In Receivers
- • ADS-B In Ground Station Receivers
- • ADS-R, TIS-B Ground Station Transmitters
- • Transponders Mode S/ADS-B Out (transponder option)
Applications
- • Engineering development, certification, manufacturing and service
- • Capable of performing most MOPS tests for DO-185A, DO-185B, DO-260, DO260A, DO-260B, DO-181E and DO-300 Benefits
- • Replacement for the RGS-2000
- • Modern architecture design will support NextGen mandates and future standards changes Equipment Tested
- • TCAS computers
- • ADS-B In Receivers
- • ADS-B In Ground Station Receivers
- • ADS-R, TIS-B Ground Station Transmitters
- • Transponders Mode S/ADS-B Out (transponder option)
Size
- • 10.5”H x 19”W x 24”D (26.7 cm x 48.3 cm x 60.9 cm)
- • Weight: 43 lbs. (19.5 kg)
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- • Tests MARK XIIA IFF transponders and interrogators
- • Tests TACAN receiver-transmitters
- • Can be configured to test KIV-77 and KIV-78 crypto appliqués
- • Large Touch-screen color display
- • Manual or automated testing
- • Test reports are automatically generated
- • Includes industry leading proprietary THORsi Test Executive
- • Safe and precise measurement and simulation
- • Contaminated Probe Detection
- • Low Voltage / Low Current Mode - Isolates corroded connections.
- • Distance-to-Fault Measurement
- • Self-test on power up
- • Closed box calibration
• Two independent receivers and two transmitters in each unit.
• Transmit and receive frequency range of 1 MHz to 18 GHz.
• Up to 400 MHz instantaneous signal bandwidth on each transmitter and receiver.
• Each receiver is independently programmable in frequency, gain, and bandwidth.
• Each transmitter is independently programmable in frequency, power, and signal waveform.
• Large waveform storage capacity for full bandwidth recording and playback.
• Quick setup and configuration, operational in a matter of minutes.
• Compatible with standard universal AC power, vehicle power, and battery power.
• BB2590 battery operation for extended field use.
• Compatible with Ranger Signal WorkShop™ waveform files.
• Compatible with Ranger EMS Sequencer (Vignette Planning & Execution) software.
• Mobile phone, tablet, or PC operation via network connection.
• Modular hardware structure for customizable configurations.
• Software Communications Architecture (SCA) framework for rapid deployment of new features and applications.
• Open modular architecture for easy integration into various platforms and systems
- • VIAVI designed RF test system, fully integrated into the ATEC® Test System
- • Simple Ethernet interface between RFEM and ATEC® Test System permits easy retrofit to existing ATE installations
- • Powerful test executive interface offers many advantages to the test operator
- • Global service and support provided jointly by SPHEREA and VIAVI Solutions
- • Extensive CMM-listed TPS library in development or planned, covering Nav, Comm, TCAS, Transponder, GPS, and other RF systems
- • Complete RFEM and TPS information can be consulted on the SPHEREA Customer Support and Services MySpherea Internet web site
- • Our objective is to offer test coverage of RF products from all major OEMs
- • Software-driven design allows for field updates for adding new features, capability or modifications due to industry changes
- • ADS-B Target Generator
- • ADS-B squitter encode/decode
- • DO-260, DO-260A and DO-260B data parsing
- • DO-260B canned tests available (option)
- • Generates ATCRBS/Mode S interrogations Multi-receiver test capability (option)
- • UAT TX/RX capability (optional)
- • Pulse and frequency measurement
- • 10.4 inch touch screen LCD display for operator control of all test set capabilities
- • Remote controlled via GPIB or Ethernet
- • Two independent transmitters and receivers
- • TX/RX data logging capability
- • Full diversity testing capability
- • Data parsing in engineering units
- • Configurable test capability
- • Intuitive user interface
- • Software defined applications
- • Remote operation
- • Android™ and iOS® compatible
- • Guided test for Navigation applications
- • Built-in GPS Receiver
- • International test configurations
All features from the existing IFF-45TS will be carried over, including:
- • Mode 5 testing without actual cryptographic applique and keys using integral mode 5 emulator
- • Supports DoD AIMS 04-900A Option A - KIV-78 and QRTK6 NG (with Airbus DS QRTK6 NG adapter) and Option B - KIV-77 and SIT-2010 crypto appliqués, KIV-79
- • Separate connections for direct or over-the-air testing
- • Test ranges of up to 3 km with appropriate antennas
- • ADS-B Out
- • Over-the-air platform testing of MK XIIA equipment including Mode 5, ADS-B beacons and TACAN interrogators
- • Tests FMCW radio altimeters including CDF types
- • Tests pulse radio altimeters (non-pulse compression types)
- • Direct-connect to UUT T/R or to installed system via antenna couplers
- • Full RF loop test allows TX, RX, Antenna or Feeder faults to be identified
- • Multi-channel operation (via additional test sets)
- • Programmable multi-leg climb/descend profiles
- • Large touch-screen display with simple user interface
- • Remote control interface USB/LAN
- • Lightweight and compact about 10 lbs. (4.5 kg)
- • Battery 4 hours plus duration
- • System - Simulated 3D position may be user entered in latitude/longitude/height format or 3D position may be dynamically simulated utilizing a multi-leg waypoint entry scheme. An unlimited number of navigation plans may be saved and recalled under a user assigned name. A built-in GPS receiver allows positional simulation in the form of a range, heading and altitude based on current test set position.
- • Satellite Vehicle (SV) Selection - All GPSG-1000 configurations allow GPS and Galileo satellites to be mixed. (The Galileo codes may be updated via a text file upload.)
- • Waypoints - Waypoint legs join up in 3D space, with either range rate or altitude-rate being auto calculated. Trajectory changes are calculated to simulate real world navigation, i.e. waypoint leg heading changes utilize realistic rates of turn; altitude changes utilize realistic rates of descent or climb. Way points may be entered in LAT/LONG form or automatically recalled from an airport or city database.
- • SBAS - SBAS satellites WAAS/EGNOS may be manually selected or automatically based on simulated position.
- • Setup - The setup page allows system, user and RF connection parameters to be set by the user.
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