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The Model 6580 automated air data test set from Laversab

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sance in a shop environment. This product is available in a high accuracy version and also a low-range airspeed version. It is ideal for bench use.” In addition, the company unveiled the OSM, or output switching module. According to the company, aircraft may have up to four probes with four connections to make from a pitot/static tester, creating a tangled web of hoses between the tester and the aircraft. The OSM assists by connecting directly to the aircraft with the adapters that already have the hoses connected, saving set-up time and allowing for automated leak checking. To learn more, visit www.laversab.com.

True Blue Power also has certified the TS835-5 lithium-ion emergency power supply with 28-volt output plus integrated 5-volt output for special lighting requirements. New lithium-ion technology creates a lightweight power supply that is a direct replacement for heavier, lead-acid PS-855 models. Finally, True Blue Power introduced the TT43, a new benchstop test set that doubles as a battery recharger. The 2-inch by 4-inch by 5-inch unit includes a large LCD display, its own AC adapter and a two-year warranty. The TT43 was created to test and charge Mid-Continent Instrument Company’s 4300 Series Lifesaver and TS420 Series battery packs. To learn more, visit www.mcico.com.

Rockwell Collins
Rockwell Collins brought Venue, its award-winning highdefinition cabin management system and in-flight entertainment technology to the AEA Convention. Venue is designed to emulate the home electronics experience, according to the company, supplying high-definition and intuitive user interfaces to the aircraft cabin while delivering the entertainment technology and variety of home electronics systems. The Venue product line incorporates digital, high-definition audiovisual capabilities, 16:9 displays, new media center devices and software programmable switch panels. Venue also supports portable media devices, such as the iPod and iPhone, MP3 players, HDMI- or VGA-compatible laptop computers, USB-enabled devices and – thanks to its open architecture, which facilitates upgrades – likely can support consumer and personal electronic products of the future. A wide range of display screens, control panels, docking stations, touchscreens and even iPod/iPad apps are part of the

Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics
Mid-Continent Instruments has officially changed its name to Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics. According to the company, the name change better describes the company’s capabilities and commitment to a full range of services supporting avionics systems, instruments and power solutions for general aviation. The name change comes as the company has steadily increased its capacity and involvement in the repair and overhaul of avionics products in recent months, including weather radars, navigational and communications systems, and related products manufactured by Honeywell/Bendix-King and Rockwell Collins. “Our name reflects who we are and what we do,” said Todd Winter, president True Blue and CEO of Power’s high-power Mid-Continent static inverter, the TI1200 Instruments and Avionics. “We’ve served as a supplier of instruments and technical support to a lot of general aviation service facilities over the years. They have learned they can rely on us for top-quality products and highly responsive repair and overhaul service. In recent months, we have been increasing our avionics repair and overhaul capabilities, and have received very positive feedback from our customers. At the same time, the effects of the economic downturn have forced some customers to curtail their repair and technical bench services or cut back staff. We have been asked to fill this void by offering the same type of reliable support on avionics systems that we provide for instrumentation.” In addition, True Blue Power introduced a new, high-power static inverter, the TI1200, which produces 115 VAC at 60 Hz for 1,200 watts of wall outlet power from an aircraft’s 28 VDC input. It powers high-tech cabin solutions, including in-flight entertainment systems, on-board galleys, or devices such as emergency medical and law enforcement equipment.

A cabin view of Rockwell Collins’ Venue highdefinition cabin management system

Venue product line, designed with easy-to-understand iconography and easy-to-read display menus in mind, according to the company. Rockwell Collins also can make available its Tailwind and Ascend flight information solutions on Venue, along with a variety of eXchange options. Tailwind and Ascend bring live direct broadcast satellite television to your business aircraft, along with films, music, moving maps and a range of other content. Meanwhile, eXchange offers high-speed broadband connectivity, allowing passengers and their guests to keep their productivity high no matter where the aircraft goes.
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