Designed in consultation with the world's leading Mode-S transponder manufacturers, the SDX 2000 is the first new technology, fully programmable RF tester that provides complete test capability for all commercial and military pulsed L-band avionics: ATCRBS and Mode-S Transponder (including datalink), DME, TACAN, and IFF (Identify Friend or Foe). Here are just a few of the user benefits:
- Maximum test capability in a single tester
- Increased reliability
- Reduced calibration time and expense
- Decreased LRU test times
- Software easily upgraded in field via floppy disk distribution
The SDX 2000 also has superior technical and operational features:
- Active matrix color LCD display simplifies data display
- Graphical user interface via acoustic wave touch sensitive screen
- Pop-up menus for simplified control
- Integral solid-state disk drive for storing commonly used test sequences and semi-automated testing
- DSP (Digital Signal Processing) technology improves reliability and reduces calibration requirements
- Dual, independent L-Band generators simulate true "signal-in-space" for diversity testing
- Fully GPIB programmable for ATE applications
Commercial & Military L-Band Avionics Support
ATCRBS & Mode-S Transponders
- Transmission and reception of Mode-S ELM (extended length messages)
- Transmission and reception of Comm-C and Comm-D Datalink Messages
- Two transmit channels for top and bottom antenna diversity testing
- Ability to simulate any Mode A, C, S, and Intermode Interrogation
- Ability to measure all key reply parameters: Pulse Timing, Power, Frequency, % Reply, Squitter, etc.
Distance Measuring Equipment
- Ground Station Simulation
- Velocity to 10000 knots
- Distance to 400 nmi
- Ability to measure all key RF parameters and vary reply pulse parameters
