PC/104-Plus Card targets ARINC 429 and 717 applications.
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Offering up to 16 ARINC 429 channels and 4 ARINC 717 channels on PC/104-Plus platform, Model PM429-2 features universal API library, which allows developers to program software on Ethernet or PCI card and import it to PM429-2. Card provides IRIG timer and 16 I/O avionics discrete I/O signals, which can be used as general-purpose I/O or as trigger inputs and sync outputs for protocol functions. Discrete output circuits can sink up to 200 mA and withstand up to 35 Vdc applied to pin.
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Ballard Technology Introduces the PM429-2 Card, a PC/104-Plus Solution for ARINC 429 and ARINC 717 Applications
EVERETT, WA - April 15, 2008 - Ballard Technology, Inc. is pleased to announce the
release of the PM429-2, a PC/104-Plus compliant card for ARINC 429 and ARINC 717 avionics databuses.
The latest addition to Ballard's product line offers new levels of functionality and interface density for PC/104-Plus systems. "The PM429-2 offers up to 16 ARINC 429 channels and 4 ARINC 717 channels on a PC/104-Plus platform which makes it ideal for embedded applications" stated Bill Schuh, VP of Sales for Ballard. "Another attractive feature of the PM429-2 is its universal API library which allows developers to program software on a commercial or other Ballard product such as an Ethernet or PCI card and seamlessly import it to the PM429-2." added Schuh.
In addition to these capabilities, the PM429-2 provides an IRIG timer and 16 input /output avionics discrete I/O signals. The discrete I/O can be used as general purpose I/O or as trigger inputs and sync outputs for protocol functions. The PM429-2 discrete output circuits are open-ground switches capable of sinking up to 200mA and can withstand up to 35 VDC applied to the pin. The discrete I/O are capable of
interfacing with industry standard avionics discrete signals.
Ballard Technology, Inc. has been a pioneer and leader in avionics solutions for over 20 years. The company offers a wide selection of MIL-STD-1553, ARINC and I/O interfaces, box and software solutions for simulation, test and embedded applications.
About Ballard Technology
Ballard Technology, Inc. has been a pioneer and leader of avionics solutions for over 20 years. The company's product portfolio includes a wide selection of military (MIL-STD-1553), commercial (ARINC, AFDX) and I/O interfaces, box and software solutions for simulation, test and embedded applications. Ballard is committed to total customer satisfaction, product ease-of-use and exceptional customer service. Founded in 1986, Ballard is headquartered in Everett, WA and is supported by an extensive worldwide network of manufacturer's representatives and distributors.
For more information visit Ballard Technology's website at www.ballardtech.com.
