PPI-1D Bendix Indicator

Bendix PPI-1D Indicator Overview

Features:

• Dimmer Switch
• Range and Marks Switch
• Brilliance Switch

The Bendix PPI-1D Indicator may still be available for purchase and support from Artisan Technology Group beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).

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Bendix PPI-1D Indicator Description

Functions

A panel-mounted, cathode ray tube (CRT) Plan Position Indicator for airborne weather radar systems. The unit displays processed analog video signals from a remote Receiver/Transmitter as contoured precipitation intensity levels, range marks, and bearing data. It incorporates operator controls for adjusting antenna tilt, receiver gain, and display range. The indicator interfaces with the RT unit, aircraft 28 VDC power, and a stabilization gyro for antenna platform correction.

Platforms

Aircraft cockpit instrumentation system designed for military and commercial aviation platforms. Operates on 28VDC or 115VAC aircraft electrical systems. Interfaces with navigation systems, flight management computers, and autopilot systems through ARINC 429 digital data buses and analog synchro signals. Connects to VOR/ILS receivers, GPS units, and heading reference systems via standard MS connectors. Accepts bearing, course deviation, and glideslope signals. Features mechanical pointer displays with integral lighting for night operations. Commonly used for precision approach guidance, en-route navigation, and instrument landing system approaches in fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters.

Applications

Primary flight instrument providing pilots with visual indication of aircraft attitude relative to natural horizon through gyroscopic reference system. Displays pitch and roll information via miniature aircraft symbol positioned against artificial horizon bar with sky-ground color differentiation. Integrates with aircraft electrical system through standard instrument panel mounting configuration. Essential for instrument flight rules operations, approach and landing procedures, and maintaining controlled flight during reduced visibility conditions. Supports navigation decision-making in commercial and general aviation cockpit environments.

Accessories

Requires compatible avionic mounting bracket and connection harness for integration into aircraft cockpit panel; power and data interfacing via 15-pin circular MIL-DTL-38999 series III connector supporting power, RS-485 serial communication, and discrete control signals; standard aircraft environmental sealing and EMI shielding provisions included.

Interfaces

26-pin circular connector for synchro position data input (400Hz 26VAC reference, 11.8VAC signal), 2-pin power connector (115VAC 400Hz single phase), BNC connector for video input signal, 15-pin D-sub connector for sweep and timing signals, rotary switch for range selection (5/10/20/40/80 mile scales), front panel controls include intensity, focus, gain, and centering adjustments via potentiometers

Specifications

Displays processed radar video and provides operator controls for range selection, target highlighting, and gain adjustment. Compatible with analog radar systems utilizing synchro or resolver antenna position data. Interfaces via coaxial cable for video signals and multi-pin connectors for power and control. Used in air traffic control and weather surveillance systems.

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