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PXI Bus Type Universal Echo Precision Delay Module (Miniature Universal Continuous Simulation)

The PXI Radio Altimeter Simulator Module is a specialized signal simulation module that adheres to PXI bus technical specifications. Boasting key attributes including high accuracy, a wide attenuation range, simplified system configuration, and reliable stability with strong repeatability, it finds extensive application in factory testing for radio altimeter manufacturers, maintenance and inspection of altimeters, and on-site aircraft detection. As a critical module for verifying the performance and functionality of airborne radio altimeters, it serves as an indispensable foundational component for PXI bus-based automatic test systems of airborne avionics equipment.
It features communication capability with radio altimeter interfaces.
It is equipped with high-information simulation functionality.
It provides sensitivity detection for altimeters.
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Description

Main Technical Specifications

  • Working center frequency: 4.3GHz;
  • Maximum allowable bandwidth: 200MHz (- 3dB bandwidth);
  • It has straight separation function;
  • Maximum allowable input power: 26dBm;
  • Simulation height range: single point: 2m, 5m; Continuous: 20-2000m;
  • Simulation height resolution: 0.5m;
  • Simulation height accuracy: ±(0.2+0.002×H)m
  • Height change speed: -500～500m/s;
  • Height switching time: no more than 1ms (excluding communication and analysis time);
  • In band fluctuation: ±1dB;
  • Minimum attenuation of circuit: no more than 40dB;
  • Maximum attenuation of circuit: not less than 100dB;
  • Control mode: RS422 serial port control;
  • Working temperature: -40℃～+60℃;
  • Storage temperature: -55℃～70℃.

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