Analog to network radar video data converter released by Cambridge Pixel
NewsJuly 25, 2017
CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom. Officials at Cambridge Pixel released the HPx-346. It is a compact, low power, standalone primary radar input and network distribution card.
Engineers designed the HPx-346 to convert analog radar signals into a standard open network data stream like ASTERIX CAT-240. It is less than 5 Watts and the card provides importing analog radar data into a modern display.
The small form factor (149x74mm) HPx-346 card features a combined ARM/FPGA system-on-chip processor to handle the radar acquisition and data conversion. The card may be configured through a web interface with settings made to the card for autonomous operation. On the other hand, a programming API is available to permit remote control and set-up.
The HPx-346 supports signal types and input voltages including differential and single-ended signals with selectable signal levels and input impedances. The HPx-346 accepts radar video, trigger and azimuth signals in the form of ACP/ARP.
The HPx-346 can be configured as a standalone radar processor with the card installed within existing equipment, or supplied in a compact enclosure. A development kit is available comprising the card, power supply, RadarView Software and a software development library.
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