Accession Number:

ADA048484

Title:

Common Module Electro Optical Multiplexer Development.

Descriptive Note:

Final rept. 22 Jun 76-28 Feb 77,

Corporate Author:

RCA GOVERNMENT AND COMMERCIAL SYSTEMS BURLINGTON MASS AUTOMATED SYSTEMS DIV

Personal Author(s):

• Klein,J. J.
• Arlan,L.
• DeMeo,R. C.
• Spiecker,R. G.

Report Date:

1977-07-01

Pagination or Media Count:

59.0

Abstract:

The output imagery of parallel scan, modular FLIR systems is commonly viewed through an ocular or biocular eyepiece. For system applications requiring serial video for remote imagery or automatic tracking, parallel to serial multiplexing is required. A militarized 1 in. silicon television camera compatible with projected modular systems has been developed with extensive use of hybrid circuitry. The camera weight and volume are reduced to 2.0 Kg and 1600 cu. cm. and the total required input power is less than 8 watts to minimize the internal temperature rise and power source requirements. Automatic black level and gain control circuitry are provided, thereby insuring that the darkest and lightest scene elements are displayed at full contast. Camera outputs are EIA Standard RS-343-A composite video, unregulated non-composite video and vertical sync. The unregulated video is suitable for external generation of IR level and gain control signals and the vertical sync pulse useful for cameraIR scanner synchronization. Performance and test data are discussed and design features are highlighted. Author

Descriptors:

• *FORWARD LOOKING INFRARED SYSTEMS
• *ELECTROOPTICS
• *MULTIPLEXING
• TRANSFER FUNCTIONS
• INTEGRATED CIRCUITS
• SILICON
• MODULES(ELECTRONICS)
• MODULATION
• HYBRID CIRCUITS
• TELEVISION CAMERAS

Subject Categories:

• Optical Detection and Detectors
• Infrared Detection and Detectors
• Non-Radio Communications

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE