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IEE Announces Contract with Technology Applications Program Office (TAPO)

4.3" Airborne Control Display Unit

New 4.3" Control Display Unit Designed for Aircraft Cockpit Applications

 

May 8, 2018, Van Nuys, CA—Industrial Electronic Engineers (IEE), manufacturer of enhanced rugged displays for military and aerospace applications, has contracted with the Technology Applications Program Office (TAPO) to manufacture a new 4.3" Control Display Unit (CDU). The TAPO mission focuses on aircraft modernization programs and lifecycle management to provide the most capable rotary wing aircraft in the world.
“This 4.3” CDU provides a central data entry and status display for the aircraft platform,” commented Steve Motter, Vice President of Business Development for IEE. “Easing the burden of the operator increases efficiency, and helps improve overall mission effectiveness.” The 4.3” Control Display Unit (CDU) provides flexibility and reuse through the application of the ARINC-661 open standard. Other features include: Product Features: • 4.3” Transmissive AMLCD, 480 x 272 (QWVGA) • Brightness: NVIS to >1200 cd/m2 • Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 (native) • Dual Core Intel Atom E3825 processor (1.33 GHz) • 2GB DDR3 SDRAM, 8GB SD Fla • ARINC-661 over 10/100 Ethernet • Controls: 5 sealed pushbuttons, 2 rocker switches • Power Input: 28VDC per MIL-STD-704F • Operating Temperature: -40ºC to +71ºC continuous The 4.3” CDU has connectors for 28VDC power and Ethernet. Other tactical communications interfaces are available. The bezel features five pushbuttons and two rocker switches that are software configurable. This smart display utilizes an Intel Atom E3825 dual core processor, and operates under a wide range of lighting conditions from full dark (NVIS) to bright sunlight. About IEE: For over 70 years, Industrial Electronic Engineers, IEE, has been a trusted provider of enhanced displays for military and industrial applications. From rapid prototyping of custom designs to full-scale production runs, IEE produces innovative displays with advanced features like low-latency video processing, high-bright and NVIS backlighting, and lightweight, ruggedized enclosures. IEE’s direct control of critical process steps reduces costs, decreases production lead times and improves lifecycle management. IEE display products are distributed worldwide. Go to: https://ieeinc.com/. Get our updates: http://www.linkedin.com/company/industrial-electronic-engineers Follow us at: http://twitter.com/IEEdisplays Become a fan: http://www.facebook.com/IEEdisplays For Press Inquiries Contact: Nancy King +1 310-433-9966 nking@ieeinc.com