Avionics and space Instruments

Avionics and Space Instruments

We specialises in the design and manufacture of Flight Test Instrumentation, Aerospace Telemetry Products, Systems and Solutions including Video and Data Link products.

We have developed a unique range of USB Powered, small sized but high performance Signal Recovery products which communicate with a host computer over a USB Bus port. The Symmetric USB product range includes Receivers, Bit Synchronisers, Decommutators and Simulators which are available as single function modules or as combined function modules.

Our ApolloDas 8600 Modular and extremely rugged Airborne PCM Encoder System provides a family of Data Acquisition Modules which can be configured into single chassis or multiple chassis configurations. Application Specific packaged systems are

The Symmetric GDS mate Telemetry Environment Software package provides real time graphical data displays and is also used to set up the Symmetric range of Telemetry Receiver and Single Recovery products. GDS mate is scalable from single stream laptop configurations through to multiple simultaneous stream Flight Test Data Centre applications running on multiple servers.

Features of Avionics and Space Instruments

  • Signal recovery & Decommutation.
  • For all Flight Test Instrumentation needs.
  • Works with any PCM Encoders.
  • Typical uses are Flight checkout & Flight inline checkout.
  • Desired to provide portable ground station compatibility.
  • Small and light weight.
  • Support of base trail activities.
  • GDS Mate Software Compatible

Avionics and Space Instrument Types:

USB Range Products

8767 - 3 USB Series Multi - Function Receiver, Bit Synchroniser and Decommutator

Features

  • Provides a multiple function USB powered product comprising a tuneable S-Band or L-Band PCM/FM and SOQPSK-TG Telemetry Receiver combined with a Bit Synchroniser and Decommutator
  • The APK8767-3 can be operated as:
    • Combined Receiver, Bit Synchroniser and Decommutator
    • Receiver and Bit Synchroniser
    • Bit Synchroniser and Decommutator
    • Bit Synchroniser
    • PCM Decommutator
  • Provides clock and data recovery from a received serial PCM data stream over a Bit Rate range extending from 15000 BPS to 20 MBPS and higher for SOQPSK modulation
  • Receiver Frequency, Bit Rate and Frame Format set up through a USB 2 Port by a host PC
  • Provides Decommutated data transfer to the host PC through the same USB 2 Port
  • Powered from the Host PC through the USB2 port
  • Processes PCM Codes including NRZ, RNRZ and Bi-Ø codes
  • RS422 Data and Clock Inputs
  • Buffered RS422 Data and Clock Outputs
  • IRIG B Time Code Reader
  • Stand alone Decommutator Option
  • Supports IRIG 106 Frame Formats
  • Supports SFID and FAC Frame Synchronisation strategies

8766 - I USB Series Receiver with Analogue Baseband Output

Features

  • L-Band, Upper L-Band, S-Band or 400 MHz Band Tuneable Receiver
  • Provides a baseband analogue output signal
  • Provides an Automatic Gain Control output voltage proportional to the received signal strength
  • Programmable Centre Frequency
  • Programmable Deviation Sensitivity
  • Programmable Baseband Filter
  • Programmed through the USB connection to a host Windows PC with the GUI software provided
  • Settings are stored internally and are automatically loaded when unit is powered
  • Can be Powered from an external 5 Volt DC Power supply or from a Host PC through the USB2 port for set-up
  • Signal Strength Lock Indicator threshold set to approximately -70 dBm as standard.
  • Rugged Flanged Base Construction
  • Other modules in the Apollotek USB range include Receivers with integrated Bit Synchronisers and Decommutators, Bit Synchronisers with integrated Decommutators and also stand alone Bit Synchronisers, Demodulators and PCM Simulators

8762 USB Series PCM Bit Synchroniser

Features

  • USB Powered and Set-Up
  • Provides clock and data recovery from perturbed serial PCM data for a Bit Rate range from 10000 BPS to greater than 20 MBPS
  • Processes PCM Codes including RNRZ, NRZ and Bi-Ø codes
  • Unique Apollotek signal recovery Analogue and Digital design implementation
  • Programmable Bit Rate
  • Programmable loop bandwidth
  • Programmable Tracking Range
  • The Bit Synchroniser is set up and monitored through the USB port using the Apollotek GDSmate Telemetry Environment Software Package
  • Bit Synchroniser Lock Status LED display
  • Standard Telemetry input and output interfaces and special electrical and optical interfaces are available including TTL and RS422 levels
  • Compatible with the Apollotek USB Decommutator series
  • The Apollotek product range covers airborne flight test instrumentation, solid state recorders, telemetry transmitters and a wide range of PC based Groundstation instrumentation configuration including multiple stream real time telemetry and avionics bus data processing

8763 USB Series Bit Synchroniser and Decommutators

Features

  • Provides clock and data recovery from perturbed serial PCM data over a Bit Rate range from 10000 BPS to greater than 20 MBPS
  • Includes a PCM Decommutator which transfers data to a host PC through a USB 2 Port
  • Processes all PCM Codes including RNRZ, NRZ and Bi-Ø codes
  • RS422 Data and Clock Inputs
  • RS422 Data and Clock Outputs
  • IRIG B Time Code Reader
  • Rugged Construction
  • Powered from Host PC USB Port or external DC supply
  • Lock and Status Indicators
  • Supports IRIG 106 Frame Formats
  • Frame Format stored in nonvolatile memory
  • Supports SFID & FCC
  • Supplied with single stream GDSmate software providing:
  • Raw Data Archiving to Disk
  • Graphical Data Displays
  • Tabular Data Displays
  • Engineering Unit Conversions
  • Post Processing File Outputs

8761 USB 2 Series PCM Telemetry Decommutators

Features

  • USB Powered PCM Decommutator
  • Single PCM Stream Decommutation and multiple merged stream Decommutation option
  • Embedded Asynchronous PCM Stream Decommutation option
  • USB 2 connection to Host PC
  • Powered from Host PC
  • TTL Data and Clock Inputs
  • RS422 Data and Clock Inputs
  • Integrated IRIG B Time Code Reader
  • Greater than 15 MBPS Bit Rate Operation typically with real time archiving to disk without data loss
  • Lock and Status LED Indicators
  • Frame Format stored in non-volatile memory when powered down
  • Displays Lock Status of Stored Frame Format when externally powered and not connected to a USB Host
  • Wide operating temperature range
  • Rugged Construction
  • Supports IRIG 106 Frame Formats
  • Supports SFID, FAC & FCC
  • Supplied with single stream GDSmate software providing:
    • Control of Raw Data Archiving to Disk
    • Graphical Data Displays
    • Tabular Data Displays
    • Engineering Unit Conversions
    • Data Export in common file formats

8764 USB PCM Simulator

Features

  • USB Interface to a host PC for Set Up and Power
  • PCM Simulation to greater than 20 MBPS
  • Large on-board non-volatile Memory
  • Very Long Frame Capability with low frequency Dynamics
  • Complex Sub-Frame Capability
  • Super-Commutation
  • Sub-Commutation
  • Embedded Stream Generation
  • Generates Programmable Dynamic Parameters including:
    • Sine, Square, Ramp and Step
    • Fixed Word Value
    • Common Word Value
    • External Data Insertion facility
    • TTL Data and Clock Outputs
    • RS422 Data and Clock Outputs
  • Compatible with the Apollotek GDSmate Telemetry Environment Software package
  • Common set up screen for setting up the simulator and the Apollotek range of USB PCM Decommutators

8768 Series L, S and C Band USB PCM and SOQPSK Simulator and Low Power Transmitter

Features

  • USB Interface to a host PC for set up and DC power
  • Nominal 10 mW wideband RF Transmitter output frequency modulated with a Simulated dynamic serial PCM or SOQPSK Bitstream
  • Rechargeable Battery Pack Option for autonomous operation when programmed. Recharges through USB port
  • Transmitted Frequency covers L-Band, S-Band and C-Band from 4.3 GHz to 6 GHz
  • Programmable transmitter centre frequency
  • Optional User programmable 60dB attenuation in 1 dB steps down from nominal 10 mW
  • PCM/FM Modulation and SOQPSK Modulation
  • PCM Simulation in excess of 20 MBPS
  • BERT Pattern Generator Mode
  • Very Long Frame Capability with low frequency Dynamics
  • Complex Sub-Frame Capability
  • Super-Commutation
  • Sub-Commutation
  • Embedded Stream Generation
  • Generates Programmable Dynamic Parameters including:
    • Sine, Cosine, Square, Ramp and Triangular waveforms
    • Programmable parameter frequency Fixed Word Value
    • Common Word Value
    • External User generated PCM data files can be stored and repetitively transmitted
    • TTL and RS422 Data and Clock Outputs

8766 USB Series Receiver with Analogue Baseband Output

Features

  • L-Band, Upper L-Band, S-Band or 400 MHz Band Tuneable Receiver
  • Provides a baseband analogue output signal
  • Provides an Automatic Gain Control output voltage proportional to the received signal strength
  • Programmable Centre Frequency
  • Programmable Deviation Sensitivity
  • Programmable Baseband Filter cut off frequency
  • Programmed through the USB connection to a host Windows PC
  • Programming GUI software provided
  • Powered from the Host PC through the USB2 port
  • Ready LED indicates that the unit is programmed and ready for operation
  • Signal Strength Lock Indicator threshold set to -70 dBm as standard. Other settings available
  • Rugged Construction
  • Wide operating temperature range
  • Other modules in the Apollotek USB range include Receivers with integrated Bit Synchronisers and Decommutators, Bit Synchronisers with integrated Decommutators and also stand alone Bit Synchronisers, Demodulators and PCM Simulators

8767 USB Series Receiver, Bit Synchroniser and Decommutator

Features

  • Provides a tuneable S-Band or L-Band Telemetry Receiver combined with a PCM Bit Synchroniser and Decommutator in one USB 2 product
  • Provides clock and data recovery from a received serial PCM data stream over a Bit Rate range extending from 10000 BPS to greater than 10 MBPS
  • Receiver Frequency, Bit Rate and Frame Format set up through a USB 2 Port by a host PC
  • Provides data transfer to the host PC through the same USB 2 Port
  • Powered from the Host PC through the USB2 port
  • Processes all PCM Codes including RNRZ, NRZ and Bi-Ø codes
  • RS422 Data and Clock Inputs
  • Buffered RS422 Data and Clock Outputs
  • IRIG B Time Code Reader
  • Stand Alone Bit Synchroniser Option
  • Stand alone Bit Synchroniser and Decommutator Option
  • Stand alone Decommutator Option
  • Frame Lock Indicator
  • Supports IRIG 106 Frame Formats
  • Frame Format stored in non-volatile memory
  • Supports SFID, FAC & FCC
  • Supplied with single stream GDSmate software providing:
    • Raw Data Archiving to Disk and Replay
    • Graphical and Tabular Data Displays
    • Engineering Unit Conversion
    • Common Format File Exports

8769 USB Series Receiver and PCM Bit Synchroniser

Features

  • Combines the capabilities of the Apollotek USB powered S-Band or L-Band Telemetry Receiver and the APK8762 Bit Synchroniser in one small USB 2 powered module
  • Receiver Tuneable over a 200 MHz Band in 0.5 MHz steps
  • Unique Apollotek integrated signal recovery design implementation using Analogue and Digital Signal Processing techniques
  • Bit Synchroniser Provides clock and data recovery from perturbed serial PCM data over a Bit Rate range from 10 KBPS to 10 MBPS for NRZ PCM Codes and 5 MBPS for Bi-Ø PCM codes.
  • Data Synchronisation Lock Status LED display
  • Programmable Bit Rate and Loop Bandwidth
  • The APK8769 Receiver and Bit Synchroniser settings are programmed using the Apollotek Windows based Set-Up Software provided with the unit
  • Once programmed the unit will store all set up parameters in nonvolatile memory which will be loaded when power is applied
  • The APK8769 is powered from a full power USB Port connection with a host PC
  • The APK8769 is also available with an integrated PCM Decommutator as an option

APK8763-I USB SeriesBit Synchroniser and Decommutator

Features

  • The APK8763-I combines the capabilities of the Apollotek APK8762 Bit Synchroniser and the APK8761 Decommutator into a single rugged Unit which is externally powered. 5 V DC and 28 V DC variants are available
  • The Unit is Set-Up from a Host PC through a USB2 port
  • Provides clock and data recovery from perturbed serial PCM data over a Bit Rate range extending from 100 KBPS to greater than 10 MBPS
  • Includes a PCM Decommutator which transfers frames of data to a host PC through a USB 2 Port
  • Processes all common PCM Codes including RNRZ, NRZ and Bi-Ø codes
  • TTL and RS422 Data and Clock Inputs
  • Buffered RS422 Data and Clock Outputs
  • IRIG B Time Code Reader included
  • Wide operating temperature range
  • Rugged Construction
  • Frame Lock and Status Indicators
  • Supports IRIG 106 Frame Formats
  • Frame Format stored in internal non-volatile memory
  • Supports SFID, FAC & FCC
  • Supplied with single stream GDSmate software providing:
    • Raw Data Archiving to Disk
    • Graphical Data Displays
    • Tabular Data Displays
    • Engineering Unit Conversions
    • Post Processing Parameter Output in common File Formats

8768-B USB PCM Simulator and Transmitter with Rechargeable Battery Pack

Features

  • USB Interface to a host PC for set up and power
  • PCM Simulation to > 10 MBPS
  • Large on-board Flash Memory
  • Very Long Frame Capability with low frequency Dynamics
  • Complex Sub-Frame Capability
  • Super-Commutation
  • Sub-Commutation
  • Embedded Stream Generation
  • Generates Programmable Dynamic Parameters including:
  • Sine, Square, Ramp and Step
  • Fixed Word Value
  • Common Word Value
  • TTL Data and Clock Outputs
  • Nominal 10 mW RF Transmitter output frequency modulated with the Simulated PCM Bitstream. SOQPSK Modulation Option
  • Customer specified L-Band, S-Band, NATO E-Band or 400 MHz band programmable transmitter centre frequency
  • Includes a rechargeable Battery Pack for autonomous operation when programmed. Recharges through USB port

87610 USB Series Digital to Analogue Converter

Features

  • USB Powered Digital to Analogue Converter module providing eight user programmable digital to analogue output channels
  • Standard resolution of up to 16 bits per word
  • Low output impedance
  • Compatible with the Apollotek range of USB PCM signal recovery modules
  • Optional PCM Decommutator which accepts data and clock from a bit synchronised serial NRZ-L PCM stream (Specify APK87610-D)
  • Compatible with the Apollotek GDSmate Telemetry Environment Software package
  • Parameters to be converted can be selected through the GDS Frame Map display and can be allocated to a specific analogue output
  • Standard ± 2.5 Volt output voltage range for full scale input
  • Optional programmable low pass filter module can be integrated into the unit
  • The Optional internal PCM Decommutator processes NRZ-L data and clock as standard. Additional Options for accepting other PCM Codes including RNRZ, and Bi-Ø codes
  • The Optional internal PCM Decommutator accepts LVTTL RS422 Data and Clock Inputs as standard
  • Supports SFID and FCC Frame Formats
  • Wide operating temperature range
  • Rugged Construction
  • Supports IRIG 106 Frame Formats
  • Frame Format stored in non-volatile memory

87611 USB Series IRIG-B Time Code Reader & Generator

Features

  • USB Powered IRIG B Time Code Reader
  • Accepts amplitude and pulse width modulated 1 KHz signal up to ± 3 Volts
  • Time Code Generator Option
  • GPS Receiver Synchronisation Option
  • Time is passed over the USB interface to the host PC
  • 1 PPS output from the Unit
  • Windows time display utility software is included
  • Compatible with the Apollotek range of USB PCM signal recovery and data Decommutation modules

8763-HA USB Series Bit Synchroniser and Decommutator

Features

  • Ruggedised Airborne Bit Synchroniser and Decommutator
  • Provides clock and data recovery from perturbed serial PCM data over a Bit Rate range from 100 BPS to greater than 20 MBPS
  • Processes all standard PCM Codes including RNRZ, NRZ and Bi-Ø codes
  • Supports IRIG 106 Frame Formats
  • Buffered RS422 Data and Clock Outputs
  • IRIG B Time Code Reader
  • Wide operating temperature range
  • Aircraft flight proven Rugged Construction
  • Powered from +28 VDC or +5 V DC with autosensed switching
  • Set Up through a USB Port connection to a Windows PC
  • Lock and Status Indicators
  • PCM Code and Frame Format stored in non-volatile memory • Supports SFID, FAC & FCC
  • Supplied with single stream GDSmate software providing
    • Raw Data Archiving to Disk
    • Graphical Data Displays
    • Tabular Data Displays
    • Engineering Unit Conversions
    • Post Processing File Outputs

8775 USB Series Dual 70 MHz IF Diversity Combiner

Features

  • Two single ended inputs at 70 MHz with a nominal 2 Volt peak to peak level. Input Impedance 50 Ohms.
  • IF Range 70 MHz ± 5 MHz
  • IF Signal Input Connectors SMA
  • Diversity Combiner Signal to Noise Improvement Up to 2.5 dB depending on IF signal quality
  • Two Single Ended AGC Inputs from compatible Receivers are used to determine IF Signal Quality and the optimum combining ratio
  • A BNC connector is provided for each of the two AGC Inputs
  • AGC Input Impedance 1 K Ohm
  • AGC Input Voltage Range 0 to +5 Volts where 0V is minimum signal strength and 5V is maximum signal strength
  • Single ended demodulated analogue baseband output signal at a nominal 1 Volt peak to peak level Output Signal is provided on a BNC Connector
  • If the difference between the AGC inputs is more than 50% then the Combiner will use the larger signal and exclude the smaller signal. If both AGC Signals are within 50% of each other the unit will Combine the IF Signals.

APK8763-P USB Series PAM Demodulator

Features

  • Provides PAM demodulation from 100 channels per second to greater than 500,000 channels per second
  • Legacy IRIG 106 PAM Standards Compatible
  • 2, 3, 4 or 5 channel IRIG 106 programmable synchronisation channels
  • Legacy UK 4650 PAM Compatible
  • Non-Standard Synchronisation Strategy Options
  • Automatic Gain and Level Control
  • IRIG B Time Code Reader
  • Wide operating temperature range
  • Rugged Construction
  • Powered from Host PC
  • Lock and Status Indicators
  • Frame Format stored in non-volatile memory
  • Demodulated PAM data is passed to host Windows PC
  • PAM to PCM Converted Output
    • Raw Data Archiving to Disk
    • Graphical Data Displays
    • Tabular Data Displays
    • Engineering Unit Conversions
    • Post Processing File Outputs

APK8763-P USB Series PAM Demodulator

Features

  • USB 2 connection to Host PC
  • Powered from Host PC
  • Dual Redundant Mil-Std 1553 Bus Monitoring
  • Internal Direct Bus Coupling Resistors or external transformer coupling option
  • IRIG B Time Code Reader and Time Stamp Option
  • Status and Bus Activity LED Indicators
  • Bus Message Configuration information stored in non-volatile memory
  • Wide operating temperature range
  • Rugged Construction
  • Supplied with single stream GDSmate software providing:
    • Raw Data Archiving to Disk
    • Graphical Data Displays
    • Tabular Data Displays
    • Engineering Unit Conversions
    • Replay from Disk
    • Data Export in many common file format types
    • Multiple Stream Mil-Std 1553, ARINC 429 and Serial PCM Telemetry GDSmate Software upgrade option

APK 8772 USB Series Dual Receiver ,Diversity Combiner, Bit Synchroniser

Features

  • Provides two independently tuneable S-Band or L-Band Telemetry Receivers and an active Diversity Combiner coupled with the outstanding capabilities of the Apollotek APK8763 Bit Synchroniser and Decommutator into one multiple slice USB 2 powered unit
  • Receiver Frequencies, Bit Rate and PCM Frame Format set up through the USB 2 Port by a host PC
  • Provides data transfer to the host PC through the same USB 2 Port
  • Powered from the Host PC through two host PC USB2 ports
  • Processes all PCM Codes including RNRZ, NRZ and Bi-Ø codes
  • Provides serial PCM input port directly to the Bit Synchroniser Section
  • Provides RS422 Data and Clock Inputs to the Decommutator section
  • Buffered RS422 Data and Clock Outputs for Encryption Support
  • IRIG B Time Code Reader Option
  • Wide operating temperature range
  • Rugged Construction
  • LED status Indicators on the unit with status reporting to the Host PC through a USB port
  • Supports IRIG 106 Frame Formats
  • Frame Format stored in non-volatile memory
  • Supplied with single stream GDSmate software providing:
  • Raw Data Archiving to Disk
  • Graphical Data Displays
  • Tabular Data Displays
  • Engineering Unit Conversions
  • Post Processing File Outputs

PCM Encoders

8600 Series Modular PCM Encoder

Features

  • Programmable System PCM Bit Rates up to 20 MBPS
  • Stand Alone and Distributed Master / Multiple Slave Configurations
  • IRIG 106 Compliant
  • Modular Construction
  • Available in various chassis sizes from 4 to 32 slots
  • Designed for severe environments
  • Configured from a family of Input Modules matched to common Transducer types and measurement requirements
  • Analogue, Digital, Frequency and Storage Modules available
  • Integral Solid State Recorder Modules with USB download port can be installed in the encoder chassis
  • Programmable Constant Current and Constant Voltage Transducer Excitation is provided on selected Modules
  • Programmable Gain
  • Programmable Offset
  • Programmable Cut Off Filters
  • Pre-modulation filter for RF Telemetry applications
  • Compatible with Apollotek Telemetry Transmitters
  • The Encoder is programmed through a PC USB Port
  • Compatible with the Apollotek GDSmate Telemetry Environment Software package

ApolloDas 8600 VCM Series Video Compression Module

Features

  • PAL, NTSC, SECAM Composite Video or Luminance and Chrominance Input Signals
  • Programmable Picture Resolution
  • Programmable Frame Rate
  • Programmable Video Compression Characteristics
  • MPEG-2 Video Compression
  • MPEG-4 Video Compression
  • H.263 Video Compression
  • Motion JPEG Video Compression
  • Fully integrated with the ApolloDas 8600 Series of stand alone and distributed PCM Encoders and Flight Test Instrumentation
  • Multiple Video Compression Modules can be integrated with ApolloDas 8600 Signal Conditioning modules in the same chassis
  • Digitised Compressed Video words can be inserted into ApolloDas 8600 IRIG 106 PCM Frame Formats
  • Video replay is fully supported by the Apollotek GDSmate Telemetry Environment Software Package
  • Available in stand alone Video Compression System configurations
  • Serial Output options for connection to Apollotek RF Transmitters
  • Ethernet Interface Options
  • Rugged construction suitable for airborne applications package

T-905 Series Programmable Telemetry Transmitters

Features

  • S-Band PCM or Video Transmitters
  • L-Band PCM or Video Transmitters
  • Programmable Power from 1Watt up to 5 Watts
  • Power Output On /Off control
  • Frequency Range Programmable over 200 MHz in any band
  • Four Power and Frequency pre-sets selectable through input connector pins
  • Programmable Power and Frequency through Serial Data Port
  • 28 Volts 4 Volts DC Power
  • High Efficiency design minimises current consumption
  • Progressive power output reduction when the operating temperature is exceeded
  • Frequency response options up to and above 10 MHz
  • 100 KHz/Volt to 6 MHz/Volt nominal carrier deviation sensitivity – User defined
  • Input Impedance nominal 75 Ohm Other values including 50 Ohms, 10K Ohms and RS422 are available
  • Single Microminiature D-Type connector for Power Supply and Modulation Input as standard
  • 50 Ohm SMA RF Output Connector. A TNC option is also available

T-900 Series Multi-Mode Programmable Transmitters

Features

  • Multifunction Ruggedised Airborne Environment, Data and Video, L-Band, S-Band and C-Band Transmitter Series
  • Unique Apollotek Design enables User Selection of PCM/FM modulation, PCM / SOQPSK modulation, Analogue / FM or Analogue Pre-modulation Filtered unclocked PCM Data with FM or SOQPSK Modulation
  • Internal Pre-Modulation Digital Filtering linked to PCM Bit Rate
  • Internal Pre-Modulation Digital Filtering linked to Analogue Frequency Response
  • Internal IRIG 106 Randomizer Option when configured for NRZ-L PCM Data and Clock inputs
  • FM frequency response up to 15 MHz
  • Programmable Centre Frequency Range of up to 200 MHz with user defined frequency steps
  • Fixed RF Power Output Options from 10 milliwatts up to 10 Watts
  • Programmable through a Serial Data Port to a host PC using Apollotek supplied Windows GUI utility software.
  • 100 KHz/Volt to 10 MHz/Volt nominal carrier deviation sensitivity can be user programmable for an analogue modulation input signal
  • 28 Volts (+ or -) 4 Volts DC Power as standard. Alternative DC Supply options available.
  • Single Microminiature D-Type connector for Power Supply and Modulation Input as standard
  • 50 Ohm SMA RF Output Connector
  • Designed and Manufactured in the UK

T-910 Series Programmable Telemetry Transmitters

Features

  • S-Band PCM or Video Transmitters
  • L-Band PCM or Video Transmitters
  • RF Power can be specified from 5 Watt up to 10 Watts
  • Programmable Centre Frequency Range of 200 MHz across the band in 0.5 MHz steps
  • Optional four Frequency pre-sets selectable through input connector pins
  • Programmable Frequency through a Serial Data Port to a host PC
  • Programmable Deviation Sensitivity through a Serial Data Port
  • 100 KHz/Volt to 6 MHz/Volt nominal carrier deviation sensitivity
  • 28 Volts r 4 Volts DC Power
  • High Efficiency design minimises current consumption
  • High Efficiency design minimises current consumption
  • frequency response options up to and above 10 MHz
  • Input Impedance nominal 75 Ohm Other values including 50 Ohms and 10K Ohms available.
  • Single Microminiature D-Type connector for Power Supply and Modulation Input as standard
  • 50 Ohm SMA RF Output Connector.
  • Optional 50 Ohm TNC RF Output Connector Option

TM-901 Miniature Video Transmitter

Features

  • S-Band Video or Digital Transmitter
  • L-Band or Upper L-Band Video or Digital Transmitter
  • Programmable Frequency Range
  • Other frequency Bands supported
  • Programmable Power from 100 mW up to 1 Watt
  • Compatible with the Apollotek Video Compression System
  • Programmable RF Output Power and Frequency through Serial Data Port
  • 12 Volts DC or 28 V 4 Volts DC Power Supply Options
  • Frequency response options up to and above 10 MHz
  • 100 KHz/Volt to 6 MHz/Volt nominal carrier deviation sensitivity – User specified
  • Digital Data Input Option including PCM data transmission
  • Input Impedance nominal 75 Ohm Other values including 50 Ohms and 10K Ohms available
  • Miniature mechanical configuration
  • Flying lead connection for Power Supply and Modulation Input as standard
  • 50 Ohm SMA RF Output Connector option
  • Capable of -20 to +75 Degree Centigrade operating case temperature

T-567 Generic Data Link Transmitters

Features

  • Fixed Centre Frequency or Tuneable Centre Frequency options
  • 200 MHz band up to S-Band transmitting frequency variants available
  • Up to 3 Watts Power Output
  • RS-232 / RS422 Serial Data Input as standard. Other options available
  • Application specific data rates from 1KBPS to 10 MBPS
  • Deviation Bandwidth digitally shaped and optimised for the data rate
  • 12 V DC Operation as standard. Other power supply options available

Model R-567-2 Data Link Receiver

Features

  • 290 MHz to 450 MHz Band Data Link Receiver
  • 20 MHz tuning range within the 290 MHz to 450 MHz Band
  • 200 KHz Tuning Steps
  • Designed to operate in conjunction with the Apollotek T-567-2 Data Link Transmitter
  • RS-232 Serial Data Output
  • Up to 56 KBPS Data Rate
  • 12 V DC Operation
  • Low Current Consumption
  • Digital Design implementation

8762-I Series Miniature PCM Bit Synchroniser

Features

  • Provides clock and data recovery from perturbed serial PCM data over a Bit Rate range from 1500 BPS to greater than 20 MBPS
  • Processes PCM Codes including NRZ, RNRZ and Bi-Ø codes
  • Unique Apollotek Analogue and Digital signal recovery design implementation
  • Programmable Bit Rate
  • Programmable loop bandwidth
  • The Bit Synchroniser is set up and monitored through the USB port using Apollotek supplied software
  • The programmed set up is stored in non-volatile Flash memory. The stored set-up is automatically loaded when power is applied
  • This version of the Bit Synchroniser is powered from an external 5 Volt Power Supply
  • Bit Synchroniser Lock Status and Input Signal Present LED display
  • Standard Telemetry input and output interfaces and special electrical and optical interfaces are available
  • Compatible with the Apollotek range of USB Telemetry Receivers and Decommutators
  • Apollotek manufactures modular airborne instrumentation, solid state recorders, telemetry transmitters and a range of PC based Groundstation Telemetry instrumentation

8762-HA Series Rugged Airborne PCM Bit Synchroniser

Features

  • Provides clock and data recovery from perturbed serial PCM data over a Bit Rate range from 100000 BPS to greater than 10 MBPS
  • Processes PCM Codes including NRZ, RNRZ and Bi-Ø codes
  • Unique Apollotek Analogue and Digital signal processing data recovery design implementation
  • Programmable Bit Rate
  • Programmable loop bandwidth
  • The Bit Synchroniser is set up and monitored through the USB port using Apollotek supplied software
  • The programmed set up is stored in non-volatile Flash memory. The stored set-up is automatically loaded when power is applied
  • This version of the APK8762 Bit Synchroniser is powered from an external 5 Volt Power Supply
  • Bit Synchroniser Lock Status and Input Signal Present LED display
  • Isolated RS422 Data and Clock Outputs

8769-I Series Receiver and PCM Bit Synchroniser

Features

  • Combines the technology of the Apollotek USB powered S-Band or L-Band PCM/FM and SOQPSK modulation Telemetry Receiver with the APK8762 series Bit Synchroniser in one small Stand Alone USB 2 programmed and externally powered module
  • Receiver Tuneable over a 200 MHz Band in 0.5 MHz steps
  • RF Signal Strength Indicator LED
  • Unique Apollotek integrated signal recovery design implementation using Analogue and Digital Signal Processing techniques
  • Bit Synchroniser Provides clock and data recovery from perturbed serial PCM data over a Bit Rate range from 10000 BPS to greater than 10 MBPS for NRZ Codes and 5 MBPS for Bi-Ø codes and greater than 20 MBPS for SOQPSK modulated transmissions
  • Bit Synchroniser Lock Status LED display
  • Programmable Bit Rate and Loop Bandwidth
  • The APK8769-I Receiver and Bit Synchroniser settings are programmed using the Apollotek Windows based Set-Up Software provided with the unit
  • Once programmed the unit will store all set up parameters in non-volatile memory which will be loaded when power is applied
  • The standard APK8769-I is powered from an external 5 Volt DC power supply. Other DC supply options available
  • The APK8769-I is also available with an optional integrated PCM Decommutator with Windows Parameter Display Software

8769-E Series Receiver and PCM Bit Synchroniser

Features

  • Combines the capabilities of the Apollotek USB powered L-Band, S-Band or C-Band Telemetry Receiver and the APK8762 Bit Synchroniser in a reduced height USB 2 powered module suitable for installation inside a portable PC
  • Same performance as standard APK8769 units
  • Receiver Tuneable over a 200 MHz Band in 1 MHz steps
  • Unique Apollotek integrated signal recovery design implementation using Analogue and Digital Signal Processing techniques
  • Bit Synchroniser Provides clock and data recovery from perturbed serial PCM data over a Bit Rate range from 100 KBPS to greater than 10 MBPS for NRZ Codes and 10 MBPS for Bi-Ø codes.
  • Bit Synchroniser Lock Status LED display and software status reporting over USB
  • Programmable Bit Rate and Loop Bandwidth
  • The APK8769 Receiver and Bit Synchroniser settings are programmed using the Apollotek Windows based Set-Up Software provided with the unit
  • The APK8769 is powered from a full power USB Port connection to a host PC
  • Outputs compatible with typical encryption support units

8769-HA Series Ruggedised Receiver and PCM Bit Synchroniser

Features

  • Combines the capabilities of the Apollotek USB powered L-Band, S-Band or C-Band Telemetry Receiver and the APK8762 Bit Synchroniser in one small Stand Alone DC powered module
  • Receiver Tuneable over a 200 MHz Band in 0.5 MHz steps
  • RF Signal Strength Indicator LED
  • Unique Apollotek integrated signal recovery design implementation using Analogue and Digital Signal Processing techniques
  • Bit Synchroniser Provides clock and data recovery from perturbed serial PCM data over a Bit Rate range from 100 KBPS to greater than 10 MBPS for NRZ Codes and 10 MBPS for Bi-Ø codes.
  • Bit Synchroniser Lock Status LED display
  • Programmable Bit Rate and Loop Bandwidth
  • The APK8769-HA Receiver and Bit Synchroniser settings are programmed using the Apollotek Windows based Set-Up Software provided with the unit
  • Once programmed the unit will store all set up parameters in non-volatile memory which will be loaded when power is applied
  • The APK8769-HA can be powered from a full power USB Port and also in operational mode from an aircraft +28 V DC supply or an external 5 Volt DC power supply.
  • The APK8769-I-HA is also available with an optional integrated PCM Decommutator. Specify the APK8763-HA if this option is required

Solid State Recorders

8600Series Modular PCM Encoder

Features

  • Rugged Modular Construction
  • Designed for Shipborne and Airborne
  • Applications
  • 28 Volts 4 Volts DC Power as
  • Standard other options available
  • Records and Replays a serial data
  • Stream
  • Optional IRIG 106 PCM and Clock data
  • input interface - TTL or RS422
  • Compatible with the output of the
  • ApolloDas 8600 PCM Encoder System
  • Data Rates in excess of 10 MBPS can
  • be recorded
  • External Recording Start and Stop
  • Control
  • Up to 32 GBytes of non-volatile
  • Storage can be provided in one
  • Chassis.
  • Solid State Recorder emulates a
  • Windows Disk Drive
  • Embedded CPU runs Windows XP
  • Operating System
  • Compatible with the Apollotek
  • GDSmate Telemetry Environment
  • Software Package
  • A serial USB Port is provided for high
  • Speed data downloading into a host
  • PC
  • An Ethernet Port is also provided for
  • Remote access control and data
  • download
  • A standard external PC Monitor can be
  • Connected to set up and control the
  • Recorder

8600Series Modular PCM Encoder

Features

  • Rugged Modular Construction
  • Environmentally Qualified for Fast Jet and Missile applications
  • 28 Volts +/- 4 Volts DC Power
  • Multiple Data Input Interface options
  • Data Rates in excess of 20 MBPS can be accommodated
  • Up to 8 TBytes of non-volatile storage can be provided in one rugged chassis
  • Data Storage Format optimised for maximum recording duration
  • Modular Construction enables the storage requirement to be matched to the application with minimum physical dimensions
  • Customised packaging is available
  • Standard IRIG 106 PCM and Clock data input interface - TTL or RS422
  • Removable Memory Cartridge options
  • These Solid State Recorders can be configured as stand alone units or as a combined PCM Encoder and Solid State Recorder when integrated with the ApolloDas 8600 Series of Signal Conditioning and Excitation modules
  • The Solid State Recorder operational modes, data extraction and memory erase functions can be externally controlled by the Apollotek GDSmate Telemetry Environment Software Package through a USB interface Port
  • GDSmate windows based software can also provide graphical and tabular parameter data displays

Series 8500 Pilot Physiology Monitoring System

Features

  • Designed to fit into Flying Suit Thigh Pocket Battery
  • Powered Unit
  • Up to three hour mission duration and data storage
  • Synchronises to IRIG B Time
  • Internal Solid State Storage of all data with time stamps
  • 1 dedicated heart rate channel
  • 8 general purpose channels Individual Programmable Gain between for each Channel
  • Individual Programmable Offset for each Channel
  • Individual Programmable Offset for each Channel
  • Per Channel Filter Cut-off selection
  • Constant Current or Constant Voltage Excitation provided
  • Completion Networks for Bridge Transducers
  • 12 bits per word resolution
  • Real Time Infra Red Data Transmission to an Airframe mounted PCM Telemetry Link
  • System Set-Up and Post Mission Data Extraction using Apollotek GDSmate Software
  • Fast Jet Qualified

GDS Telemetry Systems

8000 Series Telemetry & Avionics Groundstations

Features

  • A range of configurable PC based Turnkey Groundstation Systems including Telemetry and Avionics signal recovery and data processing modules controlled by the generic Apollotek GDSmate Telemetry Environment software package
  • Portable Configurations
  • Ruggedised Configurations
  • Systems can be provided in many configurations including Portable, Desktop, Rack Mounting and multiple Server and Workstations
  • Compatible with Windows operating systems
  • PCM Stream Processing
  • PAM Stream Processing
  • Mil-Std 1553 Bus Processing
  • ARINC 429 Bus Processing
  • Time Correlation between multiple data streams
  • Real Time Graphical and tabular data displays are easily linked to raw and processed parameters without compiling
  • Real Time Archiving to Disk
  • High Speed Networking including Gigabit Ethernet
  • Networked operation and TCP/IP remote control options
  • BGAN Satellite interface option

8770 Series Multi-Channel PCM Recorder System

Features

  • Multiple independent PCM Input Channels in one chassis
  • Typically up to four channel of PCM recording per recorder chassis
  • User selectable Analogue PCM or Digital Data and Clock signal input capability
  • Provides a total PCM recording throughput of greater than 100 MBits/second which can be user defined to record multiple PCM streams at different bit rates
  • IRIG B external Time Code Input
  • Easy to use Touch Screen User Interface to control recording and replay supplemented by pull out keyboard and mouse
  • Windows Operating System
  • 19 inch Rack Mounting Chassis
  • Dedicated Apollotek PCM Bit Synchronisers and Signal Recovery modules provide high performance time stamped recording and replay facilities
  • An external signal such as receiver AGC combined with Bit Lock status can be user selected to automatically start recording
  • All inputs and Outputs via rear panel BNC connectors
  • Removable Solid State storage media are used for data storage
  • Per Channel PCM Data and Clock outputs are provided during recording
  • Many configuration, remote control and automatic recording options are available. Please discuss your recording requirements with the Apollotek factory

8780 Series Multi-Channel Telemetry Groundstation

Features

  • Multiple independent RF and PCM Input Channels in one chassis
  • Typically up to four channel of PCM recording per Groundstation chassis
  • User selectable RF PCM, Analogue PCM or Digital Data and Clock signal input capability
  • Provides a total PCM recording throughput of greater than 100 MBits/second which can be user defined to record multiple PCM streams at different bit rates
  • IRIG B external Time Code Input
  • Easy to use Touch Screen User Interface to control recording and replay supplemented by pull out keyboard and mouse
  • Windows Operating System
  • 19 inch Rack Mounting Chassis
  • Dedicated internal Apollotek Receivers, PCM Bit Synchronisers and Signal Recovery modules provide high performance time stamped recording and replay facilities
  • An external signal such as receiver AGC combined with Bit Lock status can be user selected to automatically start recording
  • All inputs and Outputs via rear panel BNC connectors
  • Removable Solid State storage media are used for data storage
  • Per Channel PCM Data and Clock outputs are provided

TEN-900 Series Up to 20 Tone Encoder & Decoder System

Features

  • Multiple Tone Generator with 400 MHz to 450 MHz RF Transmitter
  • Up to 100 Watts Output Power as an option. Other output power amplifiers can be provided.
  • Carrier Frequency Programmable in 100 KHz steps
  • Frequency Selection via Front Panel Touch Screen or through Remote Control Input
  • Tone Selection via Front Panel Touch Screen or external switch panel
  • Programmed Tone Frequency Combinations and Sequence selection via Front Panel Touch Screen
  • Remote Control of Programmed Tone Frequency Combinations and Sequence selection via Front Panel Touch Screen
  • Front Panel indication of Selected Tones
  • RF Output Enable control via Front Panel Touch Screen or through Remote Control Input
  • Windows based Operating System which can be overridden through Remote Control Input
  • Password Protected Control Access to Front Panel Touch Screen Control
  • Compatible 12 V to 28 V DC powered ruggedised Tone Receiver Unit shown below provides an individual TTL output for each tone detected in the received signal or combinations of encoded tones can be decoded to provide specific outputs

8790 Series High Power RF Command and Data Link Transmitters

Features

  • Groundstation and rack mounted high RF Power Output Command and Data Link Transmitter series
  • 400 MHz band to 6 GHz C-band frequency and RF power options
  • IRIG Command Tone compatible
  • Asynchronous digital Data Input compatible
  • Modulation options include FM, PCM/FM, SOQPSK and differential BPSK on a subcarrier
  • Internal IRIG 106 Randomizer Option when configured for NRZ-L PCM Data and Clock inputs
  • FM frequency response up to 20 MHz
  • Transmit Frequency and Power Output control through a USB port connection to a host Windows PC
  • Programmable Centre Frequency Range of up to 200 MHz with user defined frequency steps
  • Programmable RF Power Output to greater than 100 Watts depending on selected RF Power options
  • 100 KHz/Volt to 10 MHz/Volt nominal carrier deviation sensitivity can be user programmable for an analogue modulation input signal
  • 96 V ac to 240 V ac. %0 Hz to 60 Hz with autosensing power supply
  • Microminiature D-Type connector Modulation Input as standard
  • 50 Ohm N-Type RF Output Connector as standard

GDSmate Software For Telemetry and Serial Bus Data

Features

  • GDSmate is a real time Telemetry and Avionics data processing and visualisation software package which supports single stream portable applications through to Multiple Stream, Multiple CPU Server / Client networked Groundstation systems
  • GDSmate provides complete control of Telemetry Hardware, parameter definition, PCM Decommutation, data processing, display archiving and file export functions
  • GDSmate interfaces to the ApolloDas 8600 Modular PCM Encoder and Solid State Recorder units through a USB Port
  • GDSmate can directly Control data replay from other Data Recorders via a SCSI Interface
  • GDSmate can provide multiple PCM Stream Processing including Embedded Asynchronous data and nonIRIG formats
  • GPS processing and Multiple Object Position presentation on digitised map displays
  • GDSmate provides Mil-Std 1553 and ARINC 429 Bus Processing
  • GDSmate provides Real Time Graphical and tabular displays with Pick, Place and Re-sizing of displays without requiring recompiling
  • Archived data can be exported in several common file formats with time correlation across multiple datastreams