PlaneTRack BDM is a professional 19-inch 2U ADS-B ground station designed for receiver sites requiring dual redundant power supply capability. It integrates an industry-grade 1090 MHz ADS-B receiver, processor and decoder with Ethernet connectivity and multiple data output formats, providing a flexible platform for aircraft surveillance and downstream system integration.
Supplied as a complete plug-and-play system, PlaneTRack BDM includes a rugged ADS-B antenna, GPS antenna and antenna line surge protection. Its dual-power configuration makes it suitable for applications where power redundancy is important, including industrial facilities, critical infrastructure, maritime and offshore surveillance, as well as mobile and stationary defence systems.
Key Features
- Dual redundant DC power supplies for increased power resilience
- Industry-grade 1090 MHz ADS-B receiver, processor and decoder
- 19-inch 2U rack-mount enclosure for easy system integration
- Flexible power configuration supporting 12 VDC, with 24 VDC and 48 VDC options
- Optional external AC power supply for 115/230 VAC operation
- Full Ethernet connectivity for network-based data communication
- Multiple data output formats for integration with surveillance and visualisation systems
- Open software architecture for customised applications and system integration
- Plug-and-play system kit with rugged ADS-B and GPS antennas and antenna line surge protection
- Optional SNMP support for device monitoring and management
- Extended-temperature configuration available for demanding operating environments
- Optional radar display software for aircraft tracking visualisation
Key Specifications
- Receiver: ADS-B
- Receiver Frequency: 1090 MHz
- Rack Width: 19-inch
- Rack Height: 2U
- RF Input: N(f), 50 Ω, maximum 0 dBm
- Receiver Sensitivity: > -93 dBm
- Dynamic Range: 75 dB
- RF Filter: Cavity type, 0.1 MHz @ -0.5 dB; 4 MHz @ -3 dB; 35 MHz @ -30 dB
- Data Processor: 32-bit Cortex-A8, 1 GHz; 512 MB RAM; 1 GB Flash
- Operating System: Linux/Debian LTS
- Data Decoder: ADS-B, Mode-S and ACAS; compliant with ICAO Annex 10 Vol IV, DO-260/A/B, DOC 9871, ED-129 and ED-102/A
- Network Interface: Ethernet RJ45 with surge protection
- GPS Interface: N(f), 5 VDC
- Data Protocols: UDP, TCP, HTTP, NTP
- Data Formats: Raw, JSON, ASTERIX CAT021/023/247, CSV, NMEA/IEC, REST API
- Power: Dual 12 VDC; optional 24 VDC or 48 VDC; external 115/230 VAC PSU option
- Operating Temperature: -10°C to +60°C for indoor components; extended-temperature option to -30°C to +70°C
- Protection: IP30 indoor components; IP66 outdoor components
- Cooling: Natural convection
- Weight: 5.5 kg including accessories
- Maintenance Interface: USB Type-A
- MTBF: >60,000 hours
- Compliance: CE, FCC, ACMA, RoHS, WEEE