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SES Control and Display Unit - Text Based

SES offer a generic remote control and display unit, which can easily be customized to suit a bespoke application. Customizable features include an illuminated front panel, NVG compatible high brightness text display, up to 13 switches, push buttons and two rotary switches Multiple channels of RS422/RS485, CAN Bus or PCM interfaces are optionally available as well as several discrete input and output lines.

Application specific software can be provided, written in MISRA-C under a ISO9000 Tick-IT compliant development environment and subjected to the highest level of testing and validation. The generic product was developed to DEF STAN 00-56 SIL2, with all required documentary process evidence in place.

The product has successfully completed a full qualification test program, which can be supplemented by additional tests as required for specific platforms or applications. Early delivery of PC-based emulation is available, allowing initial integration with the target system if required. Also available are space models and development units to contribute to an overall program. Production deliveries to date exceed two hundred units.

SES Control and Display Unit - Text-Based: Features

Up to 8 software controlled isolated discrete inputs/outputs and 3 hardwired discrete outputs
Sunlight readible and NVG compatible display with 10 backlit annunciators and eight 7x5 LED character matrices allowing for multiple language support
Two multi-position rotary switches and up to 14 configurable push button or toggle switches
Customisable front panel with NVG compatible illuminated text
Low power consumption tested to BS 3G100
Wide operating temperature range

Specification

Physical Size: 95mm x 146mm x 100mm
Weight: 1.31kg
Casing: Alluminium Alloy
Storage Temperature: -55°C to +90°C
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
Shock: ±40g
Vibration: MILSTD 810E
Display Size & Resolution: 8 Characters + 10 Annunciators
EMC Rating: DEF STAN 59-41
Display Contrast: 60:1 LED
NVG Compatible
Sunlight Readable
Control Input: 12 Toggle, 2 Rotary
Power: 28V Nominal, 12W Maximum

SES Control and Display Unit - Text Based: Interfaces

2xRS485 serial links configurable to RS422 (other interfaces available on request)

Interfaces: 2xRS485/422/CAN

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SES Control and Display Unit - Versatile Console System

The C3DU-VCS is designed for compatibility with a range of naval applications and environments and offers low cost customisation to meet specific requirements. The product has a standard VCS form-factor, being intended for use in standard VCS console systems. Interface and power connections are via McMurdo connectors. Spigot and connector positioning is configurable for specific applications.

The unit is based on a COTS processor module and high performance flat panel display. Standard interface options include RS232, RS422 and Ethernet, other interface options, including Synchro, are available using a built in expansion slot. Where specialist interface requirements are defined and no COTS interface module exists, SES offer a complete design service.

The display module is a full colour, QVGA (320x240), Active Matrix LCD device. The display offers high brightness and contrast ratio and is readable in high ambient light conditions. Full dimming capability is provided, either via remote commands or key inputs. The unit can display text, graphic or video data and can operate as a simple display, or provide interaction with a host system via operator key switch controls. Ten key switches are provided. Five have preset functions, five are context sensitive soft-keys. Typical soft-key applications are menu navigation and data selection operations.

The C3DU-VCS is a fully solid state device, ensuring excellent performance in the harshest of environments.

SES Control and Display Unit - Versatile Console System: Features

Key Features

Full Colour QVGA Active Matrix LCD
10 User Configurable Press Button Switches
115V 60Hz or 24V DC Power Input
Extreme Environmental Performance Including -30°C to +85°C Operating Temperature
High Performance Pentium-Class Processor For User-Extendable Applications
Customisable Front Panel Legends, With Optional Active Illumination
Extensive Software Support For Customisation

Specification

Physical Size: 151.6mm x 151.6mm x 159.46mm (VCS Cube Standard)
Weight: 1.5 kg
Casing: Aluminium Alloy
Storage Temperature Range: -40°C to +95°C
Operating Temperature Range: -30°C to +85°C
Humidity: 5% to 95% Non-condensing
Power Consumption: <30W at 115V 60Hz a.c. or 24V d.c.
Display Resolution: 320x240, QVGA, Colour
Shock: 30g
Vibration: NES1004 Data Sheet 25
EMC: Rating Def Stan 59-41
Brightness: Adjustable from 0 - 400 cd/m2
Screen Refresh Rate: 70Hz
User Input: 10 Software Readable Front Panel Buttons
Processor: 266 MHz x86 Compatible MMX CPU, FPU, 16KB Cache
RAM: Up to 128MB SDRAM
Non-Volatile Storage: Up to 256MB FLASH
Operating System Options: Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP/CE, VxWorks, On-Time, DOS
Test/Configuration Support: PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse

SES Control and Display Unit - Versatile Console System: Interfaces

External Keyboard, Mouse, USB, Ethernet, RS422, RS232, CAN Bus, Synchro I/O available through McMurdo Connector

Interfaces: RS232, RS422, Ethernet, Synchro, USB

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SES Control and Display Unit - Graphical

The SES C3DU-G is a part of the latest family of SES control and display units suitable for aerospace and armoured vehicle applications, featuring a high reliability electro-luminescent panel with night vision goggle compatibility. A user can operate the unit via front panel mounted push-buttons and toggle switches; the electrical system interfaces are dependent on configuration and can include up to three RS422/485 serial links, up to 12 discrete digital inputs/outputs, and other inputs such as CAN bus or high-speed synchronous serial interface.

Customization options are widely available for the C3DU-G. These include the number, position and types of switches on the front panel, and the legends that are associated with the hardware switches. There are a number of different types of switches available, these range from the simple push button switch to a 3 position toggle switch than can be guarded in one or more positions. The software can also be highly customised to provide a bespoke function and screen layout and of course monitor the operation of the software switches.

The C3DU-G is suitable for a wide variety of control and display applications providing a very high performance and cost effective solution to a bespoke and challenging requirement.

SES Control and Display Unit - Graphical: Features

The following are some of the main features of the C3DU-G:

Large area electroluminescent display with 160x80 pixel resolution.
NVIS compatible and anti-reflective sunlight readable display.
NVG compatible illuminated front panel with optional embedded hidden-until-lit annunciator.
Display layout and information format fully customisable, allowing single or multiple screen functionality.
Illuminated switch legends can be customised to suit a specific application.
Two 16bit microprocessors with 32kb RAM and 256kb ROM. One processor is used for the control of the display and software buttons, leaving the other free to control the communications and control of the system. Both processors are programmed in ANSI-C following MISRA coding guidelines.
In-service software configurable.
Up to 8 software readable buttons separated by guards.
Up to 4 software readable switches which can be configured for direct hardware link to the rear connector.
Various electrical interfaces available as standard, including multiple RS422, CANBus and discrete I/O.
Electromagnetic Compatibility testing to DEF STAN 59-41. Environmental testing to MIL-STD-810E.
Power Consumption: Max 20W at 28v DC to BS3G100

Specification

Physical Size: 93mm(h) x 151mm(w) x 114mm(d, inc. switches)
Weight: <1.5kg
Casing: Aluminium Alloy (L99)
Finish: Matt black to FED-STD 595-37038
Display Resolution: 160 x 80 pixels
Display Contrast: 100:1
Brightness: adjustable from 3.9cd/m2 to 78cd/m2
NVIS Compatible: NVIS Yellow to MIL-L-85762A/ MIL-STD-3009 Class B
Interfaces: 3 x RS422/RS485 serial ports
Up to 12 Isolated digital inputs or Volt-free digital outputs (details of configuration on request)
Processing: Two 20MHz 16-bit microcontrollers, each with 32kByte RAM, 256kByte ROM, programmed in ANSI-C following MISRA coding guidelines
Customisation Options:
- Screen layout and features
- Menu functionality
- Hardware switches
- Panel and legend illumination

Environmental

Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Operating Altitude Limit: 58,000ft. (18000m)
Power Consumption: <20W at 28V D.C.
Vibration: MIL-STD 810E
EMC Rating: DEF STAN 59-41

SES Control and Display Unit - Graphical: Interfaces

The C3DU-G uses a Military standard 37-pin circular I/O connector, and can be configured to include various interfaces, including:

RS422/RS485 Serial
High-speed Synchronous Serial
Digital I/O
CAN Bus

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SES Control and Display Unit - Handheld

The SES C3DU-H is a cost-effective, lightweight handheld display unit, ideal for military infantry units in the field. It's ease of use and portability makes this the ideal solution for conveying information to troops on foot, and can be used in tandem with a variety of other devices, such as GPS units, for clear, reliable display of detailed information on the move. The CD3U-H is also equally viable for use in vehicles.

The display is based on a high perfomance display, in a durable enclosure, and is driven by a effective processor architecture.

This display is pre-qualified to work in the harshest of environments and can be customized to meet customer specific requirements. A software development kit, combined with PC-based real-time simulations of the controller are available to allow early use of the product before its final manufacture and delivery.

SES Control and Display Unit - Handheld: Features

Rugged Zenoy Plastic case
High-Specification Microcontroller Board featuring Surface-Mount Technology and External Reprogramming
High Contrast Backlit LCD Display
EMC Screened Display Window with Anti-Glare Coating
Four Software Readable Membrane Switches (Can be expanded to Six)

Specification

Physical Size: 175mm x 138mm x 40mm
Weight: 0.7kg
Casing: Zenoy Plastic
Storage Temperature: -30°C to +80°C
Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
Shock: ±40g
Vibration: MILSTD 810E
Display Size & Resolution: 240 x 128 pixels
EMC Rating: EN50081, EN50082
Display Contrast: 8:1 LCD
NVG Compatible
Sunlight Readable
Control Input: 6 Key Membrane
Power: 12V Nominal, 4.5W Maximum

SES Control and Display Unit - Handheld: Interfaces

Interfaces: RS232, RS422, RS485

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SES Control and Display Unit - Minature

The C3DU-M is designed to provide a compact, at-a-glance source of relevant information repeated from more traditional, and bulkier, display units or other systems in the aircraft. The unit allows a pilot to monitor critical display data without losing concentration or focus, and also provides a rapid means of acknowledging such messages.

The C3DU-M contains an on-board processor and self-contained power supply, and can communicate with attached devices using a variety of serial interface standards. It features a twelve-character text display, with built-in brightness control, and a single push-button switch, to allow acknolwedgement of messages.

Customisation options include illuminated panel legend, scrolling text display, switch functionality, mounting arrangements and of course, software to provide a bespoke function and screen layout. A supporting software customisation service is available from SES to provide a complete bespoke software application for a user. Alternately the C3DU-M is available with interfaces to a variety of avionic equipments for which display and control options can be configured by a user.