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The M428 compact transponder is the ultimate evolution of the existing and well proven family of MkXIIA (MkXII+ Mode 5) transponders developed under the NGIFF program. Military identification achieved through Mode 4 and Mode 5, supported by a removable encryption unit (SIT 2010 crypto appliqué) designed entirely inhouse and certified by NATO Authorities (SECAN).
Removable encryption device and additional functions (e.g. ADS-B IN and Reverse Mode 5) are other topics that are coming up from the most demanding customers.
Compatibility with the latest ATC standards is provided by a Mode S (up to Enhanced Surveillance) that includes an ADS-B Out capability and ADS-B IN growth capability. Variants of the equipment can be provided for non-NATO applications with a M4-only or National Secure Mode capability. The equipment has been designed for all applications including avionic (fixed or rotary wings), UAS and ships plus future air-to-surface identification as Reverse Mode 5 growth capability.
The new transponder is packed into a reduced ½ ATR formfactor for hard mounting, specially designed for small size application as UAS. Integration with the platform can be via MIL-STD-1553 Bus, ARINC 429 or RS485; compatibility with conventional Control Panel (M910) is granted for legacy applications.
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The equipment is fully solid state and of modular construction to facilitate maintenance. Replies are transmitted on two RF connectors to provide full diversity operation, supported by a receive section that
provides two matched channels.
Multiple options are available in order to interface the host platform; all interfaces are available in the same unit and are automatically selected at power-up.
These options are:
For integration on legacy platforms that do not include a data bus or FMS, M428 is compatible with M910 control panel for Mode S operation. The equipment is capable of providing Enhanced Surveillance operation with its own interfaces, without the need of an additional ADLP. The equipment is also capable of operating in conjunction with a TCAS II (V7.1) processor. Extensive BITE is provided, including Power-Up, Continuous and Initiated BIT; test results and diagnostic information are available on the control interface.
A next market demand is the integration of the ADS-BIN functions inside the military transponder. Through the Mode S ADS-B IN function, aircraft will be able to receive surveillance information (about civil tracks) without the need to switch on the radar and the interrogator (if available on the platform). The M428 transponder also provides this capability.
Reverse Mode 5 is for Air-to-Surface Identification (ASID) and the relevant standard (STANAG 4722) has been approved and is under ratification.
A transponder system includes, in addition to the IFF equipment:
In order to support the system, Leonardo can provide a full range of solutions covering:
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