Astronics Launches Next-Gen Radio Test Set That Combines Nine Test Capabilities in One Device
April 28 2016 - 6:55AM
Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ:ATRO), through its wholly-owned
subsidiary Astronics Test Systems, is introducing a breakthrough
radio test solution for use in commercial aerospace, military, and
civil security applications. The new CTS 6000 Series radio
test set, which was unveiled at the Army Missions Solution Summit
in Atlanta, GA on April 28, 2016, incorporates nine test
capabilities into a single tester with an easy-to-use, modern
touchscreen interface for testing radio communications systems at
the factory, at the depot or in the field.
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
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“Radio communications are the safety net of any security force,
and keeping those systems up and running is critical for mission
success,” said Brian Price, Executive Vice President and General
Manager of Astronics Test Systems. “This new system is the
first of its kind in the marketplace and brings radio
communications testing into the digital age with intuitive
interfaces and synthetic instrumentation to make testing all parts
of a radio system, anywhere, much faster, easier and more secure
than ever before.”
“Innovasys selected the CTS-6010 to support field radio
maintenance activities for its military customers. The ability to
collaborate with the Astronics team, plus the Astronics CTS-6000
Series’ unique combination of power and portability, made this the
clear choice for a radio test set to boost the supportability of
communications equipment at the front line,” said Germeen Kaldas,
Director of Innovasys Pty Ltd.
An All-in-One Solution
The new CTS 6000 is ideal for use by all branches of the
military, TSA, police, fire, private security, airline personnel
and other industries requiring secure, reliable radio
communications. It provides extensive test capability for any
radio system to reduce testing time and cost, maintenance and
calibration costs, lifecycle ownership costs, and the number of “no
fault found” results. Users can test tactical handsets,
amplifiers, antennae and any other component of a radio
system. General specifications include:
- 10.1” sunlight-readable display
- Size: 11.8” x 10” x 3.3” (300 mm x 255 mm x 85 mm)
- Weight: <10.6 lbs. (4.8 kg)
- 2 batteries included
- Windows 7, 128 GB solid state hard drive
This handheld unit also provides over-the-air testing for remote
test capability. The synthetic test instrumentation
includes:
- RF signal generator
- RF receiver
- RF power meter
- RF analyzers – spectrum, VSWR, cable distance-to-fault
- AF signal generator
- Audio meters – SINAD/distortion, frequency, audio filters
- Oscilloscope
- Reference oscillator
- Tracking generator
The CTS 6000 incorporates a modular, customizable architecture
for easy updating and future supportability. Users can rely
on the included test program set or create and run their own custom
test protocols. With every program, Astronics Test Systems
can provide engineer-to-engineer custom collaboration plus optional
multi-year maintenance and support services.
Units are in production and available in OEM-customizable and
off-the-shelf versions. For more information, including
datasheet and a demonstration video, visit
AstronicsTestSystems.com.
About Astronics Corporation
Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ:ATRO) is a leading supplier of
products to the global aerospace, defense, electronics and
semiconductor industries. Its wholly-owned subsidiary,
Astronics Test Systems, delivers more than 50 years of test and
measurement experience, offered through a wide range of products
and capabilities that include automatic test equipment (ATE),
integrated test systems, instrumentation, software, and custom
engineering solutions. Astronics Test Systems solutions are
implemented on a global scale, testing more than five billion
devices to date to ensure reliable operation of everything from the
aircraft you fly to the mobile device in your pocket.
For more information on Astronics Corporation and
Astronics Test Systems, visit its websites at www.astronics.com and
www.AstronicsTestSystems.com.
For more information, contact:
Astronics Test Systems:
Michelle Manson
Phone: (949) 859-8999
Email: ATSpress@astronics.com
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