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VBR Series Microwave Video Receiver

Overview

The VBR series of microwave video receivers offer many advanced features while maintaining operator ease of use. Up to ten video channels are user programmable, with two user programmable audio sub-carriers on each channel. A rotary switch is used to field select each channel.

Received signal strength is available via an LED display on the front panel, as an analog value on a dedicated pin on the multi-I/O connector, or as part of the serial data string. No matter how you intend to use or mount the receiver, your critical RSSI readout is always available. When remotely mounted, the LED display may be disabled, saving current drain on your power source.

Encryption is available as an option, using an Ovation Micro™ Viewlock II module mounted internally in the unit. A clear/scrambled switch is accessible on the front panel.

Two video and two audio outputs are provided. Video 1 is designed as your primary video output, and may be connected to a monitor and/or recorder. Video 2 provides a composite video output, including the embedded audio subcarriers, and is ideal for repeater operation.

The chassis is constructed of rugged milled aluminum. All connections and controls are labeled on the top, front and bottom of the chassis, easily readable regardless of the mounting configuration.

DTC-Vortex™ Open Frame Receiver

L Band, S Band VFOF-1000 Series

DTC’s Vortex™ Open Frame series of video receivers was designed specifically for users who want to embed a video receiver into another device, such as a concealment or briefcase system. Applications include covert surveillance, Airborne Law Enforcement (ALE), Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) downlinks, and Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) and robot Operator Control Units (OCU’s). The Vortex™ Open Frame series is a board level receiver, without the weight and cost of a rugged aluminum enclosure. Connections to the unit have been simplified, with all connections except the RF connector utilizing a locking, miniature MTA connector strip. The RF connector remains a standard SMA connector. The Vortex™ series offer superior video performance and complete user programmability. Up to ten user programmable video frequencies may be selected. Each video frequency has two user programmable audio subcarriers as well

DTC-Vortex™ Miniature Video Receiver

L Band, S Band VFRX-1000 Series

DTC’s Vortex™ series of video receivers offer superior video performance and complete user programmability. Up to ten user preprogrammed video frequencies may be selected via a rotary switch. The audio subcarriers are phase locked, and will not drift over time or temperature. Two video outputs are provided, one composite and one video only. The composite video output is ideal for retransmission. The video only output is typically connected to either a local monitor and/or recording device.

Features

Ten user programmable video channels and two audio subcarriers per channel
Audio subcarriers may be used to receive data
RSSI indication on front panel, as well as via multipin connector
Compact size of only 1.25” x 3” x 5.25”
Current consumption of only 300ma at 12 VDC
Internal encryption option
Ability to disable RSSI to reduce current consumption
All connectors accessible via front panel
Programming software and cable included

DTC-Vortex™ Diversity Open Frame Receiver

L Band, S Band VFOF-1000 Series

DTC’s Vortex™ Diversity Open Frame series of video receivers offer superior video performance in mobile environments by incorporating DTC’s VideoVoter™ technology. A pair of receivers are assembled as a board stack, each with its own antenna input. The VideoVoter board looks at the output of each receiver simultaneously, selecting and switching to the best signal at over 15,000 times per second.

Two video outputs are provided, one composite and one video only. The composite video output is ideal for retransmission, as the audio subcarriers are embedded in the signal. The video only output is typically connected to either a local monitor and/or recording device. Two audio outputs are provided.

Features

Open Frame board level design reduces size, weight and cost
DTC proprietary VideoVoter diversity technology
Automatically switches to best receiver at over 15,000 times per second
Two receivers installed Ten user programmable video channels and two audio subcarriers per channel
Audio subcarriers may be used to receive data
RSSI available as analog voltage or discrete value
Locking MTA connectors for quick connect/ disconnect
Internal encryption option
Programming software and cable included

DTC-Vortex™ Diversity Video Receiver

L Band, S Band VFRX-1000 Series

DTC’s Vortex™ Diversity series of video receivers offer superior video performance in mobile environments by incorporating DTC’s VideoVoter™ technology. A pair of receivers are housed together, each with its own antenna. The VideoVoter board looks at the output of each receiver simultaneously, selecting and switching to the best signal at over 15,000 times per second. Up to ten user preprogrammed video frequencies may be selected via a rotary switch. Each video frequency has two user programmable audio subcarriers as well. The audio subcarriers are phase locked, and will not drift over time or temperature. User programming software and a programming cable are provided with each unit. Two video outputs are provided, one composite and one video only. The composite video output is ideal for retransmission, as the audio subcarriers are embedded in the signal. The video only output is typically connected to either a local monitor and/or recording device. Two audio outputs connectors are provided. Received Signal Strength Indication (RSSI) is available in three ways: First, through a local bar graph display. The display may be disabled after set up to conserve battery life. Second, as an analog voltage on one pin of the multipin connector. Third, through the serial communications protocol supported via the multipin connector. This is an ideal way to retrieve RSSI when the receiver is embedded in other devices. Internal encryption using the Ovation Micro™- Viewlock II module is supported as an option. Encryption On/Off is selected from the front panel.

Features

DTC proprietary VideoVoter diversity technology
Automatically switches to best receiver at over
15,000 times per second
Two receivers installed
Ten user programmable video and dual audio subcarrier channels
RSSI indication for each receiver on front panel, as well as via multipin connector
Programming software and cable included

VBR-KT 500 Video Vortex Receiver Kit

L Band, S Band VFRX-1000 Series

The VBR-KT Video Vortex Receiver Kit is a complete, ready to operate microwave video receiver solution and the ideal companion to a compatible video transmitter such as DTC’s VMS-2000 Video Transmitter Kit. All of the cables and accessories are included to
connect with your monitor.

The VBR-KT Kit can be ordered with either the VDAR-1 or ANT-10R Antenna option. The VDAR-1 antenna uses the DTC Hybrid-Patch system to ensure high-purity circular polarization and is mountable with reversible and adjustable suction cup mounts. The ANT-10R is a very wide bandwidth, unidirectional log-spiral array patch antenna, which can be mounted to a wall or swivel mounted with the MAF-1 grip.

Power, Video, Audio, and programming cables along with a world adapter plug set are included. These enable you to set up your kit in a number of configurations and power your receiver with 9 to 16 VDC or 100 to 240 VAC. To add recording capability, order your kit with the SONY GV-D800 or GV-D1000 digital video tape/monitor deck.

The Vortex microwave video receiver offers advanced features and ease-of-use. Up to ten video channels are user programmable, with two user-programmable audio subcarriers on each channel. A rotary switch is used to field-select each channel. Encryption is available as an option, using an Ovation Micro Viewlock II module mounted internally. A clear/scrambled switch is accessible on the front panel.