GCS Ground Control Station

Product catalog summary

Overview: The document outlines the specifications and functionalities of a geo-localization and control system designed for path tracking and target monitoring using GPS coordinates. The system supports both predefined GPS paths and data import for target tracking.

Main Functions:

Gimbal and Sensors Control: Allows for precise control of gimbal and sensors.
Video Management: Includes video display and recording, with GPS metadata integration.
Geo-Tracking: Enables tracking of targets using geographical data.
Map Import: Supports the import of geo-localized maps for enhanced tracking.
Video-Tracking: Facilitates tracking along predefined GPS paths.

Advanced Functions:

Simultaneous EO/IR Display: Offers picture-in-picture (PIP) display for enhanced monitoring.
Digital Stabilization: Ensures stable video output.
Hot-Spots and Geo-Referencing: Allows for the definition and pointing of hot-spots and geo-referencing of maps.
Target Tracking: Supports both fixed and mobile target tracking.
Laser and LRF Control: Provides control over laser pointers and LRF, depending on gimbal equipment.
Mission Playback: Enables playback of missions and access to video streams.
STANAG 4609 Compatibility: Ensures compatibility with military standards for video metadata.
Automated Missions: Supports advanced automated mission capabilities.

Hardware and Configuration:

Optional Hardware: Includes a USB control unit and a laptop or tablet PC (toughbook).
Minimum Configuration: Requires Windows 10 64-bit, Intel Core i5 gen10, and 8GB RAM.

Product Information: The product description was published in March 2023, with updates available on the manufacturer's website.

Catalog excerpts

CONTROL STATION Path Tracking Simultaneous display EO / IR channel Predefined by GPS or data import Geo Tracking Scene locking Target Tracking Fixed and mobile

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Software and control unit CONTROL STATION Main functions • Gimbal and sensors control • Video display and recording management • Display of platform location and gimbal orientation • Geo-Tracking • GPS metadata on video stream • Import of geo-Localised maps • Video-tracking of predefined paths (GPS) Advanced functions • Simultaneous display EO/IR with PIP • Digital stabilisation • Hot-Spots definition and pointing • Geo-referencing of maps • Fixed target (point or linear) and Mobile Target Tracking • Laser pointer control • LRF control (upon gimbal equipment) • Mission Playback & Access to Video...

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GCS Ground Control Station

GCS Ground Control Station

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