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APEx[ PREDATOR SYSTEM ]

APExPREDATOR SYSTEM>>

You can’t choose your mission, but you can choose your gear. Modeled after Black Diamond’s Modular Tactical System, the APEx Predator system enables communications from tactical data radios and peripherals to commercial tablets and computers. Command and control from a single solution means enhanced situational awareness.

The system is designed for multiple mission sets that demand a flexible solution. It allows for the data and power connection of multiple peripheral devices, which may have a variety of interfaces, back to a COTS computing system over a single USB Interface. Now your computer system can be a full desktop computer, laptop computer, a Smart Phone, or a tablet computer. The APS system is designed to work with the end-user’s choice of device.

OPTIMIZED FOR DISMOUNTED C4ISR >> » Full integration with uniform ensemble

» Option for 3-day assault pack

» Option for “Battle Belt”

» Easily concealable

» Intuitive software interface consolidates C2/SA information on a single display

» System can also be integrated into a bag for more self contained operational capability

INTEROPERABLE WITH FIELDED EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE >>

» Radios, batteries and power systems

» System integrated on most tactical plate carriers

» Common mapping, CAS, and C2/SA applications

» Peripherals

» Video Down Link (VDL) receivers

» Interoperable with MOLLE PALS webbing

MULTI-MISSION FLEXIBILITY >> » Mobile C4ISR

» Digitally Aided CAS

» Remotely Piloted Vehicle Control

» Integrated Comms Platform

NOW AVAILABLE OFF THE SHELF >>

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SINGLE RADIO >>Easily and quickly connect end-user devices of choice directly to your radio with Black Diamond cables.

MULTIPLE RADIOS/PERIPHERALS >>Incorporating the APEx Predator System you can now connect four radio peripheral devices and manage them from a single end-user device. You can also daisy chain additional APEx Systems or Black Diamond’s Tactical I/O Expansion Hub.

TIER 2 + POWER MANAGEMENT >>Employing Black Diamond’s power management system allows you to power and charge your tactical solution from a single battery system (5590/2590), ensuring you’re operational when you need to be.

AGILE PORT EXPANDER [APEx] >> END USER DEVICE [EUD] >>

FORWARD AIR CONTROL - UTILITY [FAC-U] >>

SYSTEM POWER

INPUT

>> 12-35 VDC

>> AC Adapter Cable

>> Vehicle Adapter Cable

BATTERY CABLE

OPTIONS

>> LI-80/LI-145

>> Palladium Conformal WB

>> BA-5590/2590

>> BB-2590 Charger

APEx INTERFACES

>> 4 Universal Peripheral Ports (USB/Power)

>> 1 End User Device (Computer)

>> 1 System Power Input Port

TABLET (MA-0081-01)

>> 64 bit Windows® 7 Operating System

>> Intel® Core™ i5-4302Y vPro™

>> 8 GB memory

>> Removable Solid State Drive (SD) 256GB

>> 7” WXGA 1280x800 // 500 nit display (Sunlight Viewable)

>> Multitouch Touchscreen: Glove, Finger, Stylus

>> Intel HD Graphics 4200

>> Micro SDXC card slot (up to 2TB)

COMMUNICATIONS

GPS >> Serial Port for DAGR GPS interface or USB GPS

VIDEO DOWNLINK >> Tactical ROVER // MVR-IV // V1 // 7800T

MILITARY RADIOS>> AN/PRC-148 MBITR/JEM // RT-1922 // RF-7800S-TR

WaveRelay MPU4 // Free Wave AN/PRC-117G // AN/PRC-152/152A

RADIO POWER WEDGE >>

TACTICAL I/O EXPANSION HUB >>

Computing and user interface core of APEx Predator System. The EUD can be your COTS computer of choice. Standard APEx Predator System kit is configured with 7” multitouch LCD tablet which hosts an Intel® Core™ i5 processor packed with ram & storage for every possible mission requirement. Can be used with gloved hands and

in bright sunlight conditions.

The Radio Power Wedge enables power management to PRC 152/148 radios. It operates in trickle charge (radio

battery) and battery eliminator modes.

The Tactical I/O Expansion Hub provides even more I/O to your APEx Predator System with 2 standard USB ports, an RS232

serial port, audio port and more. All ports are fully sealed (IP67). Tethered dust covers are included. The I/O Hub is designed to be

stowed inside the cummerbund or in a custom pouch.

The Agile Port Expander (APEx) is the heart of the APEx Predator System and provides power & data distribution from attached End User Device (EUD) computer to multiple peripherals. Features four

universal peripheral ports for plug-n-play cables to a variety of communication peripherals and sensors. Customize your APS kit for

your unique mission.

Digitally-aided CAS software for VMF and SADL platforms that integrates a variety of radios and peripherals for targeting and

comprehensive situational awareness.

BUNDLED SOFTWARE

>> Windows OS & Drivers

>> APEx Status and Configuration Tool (ApeCon)

>> FAC-Utility Suite (Trial)

ENVIRONMENT

OPERATING TEMP >> -22 to 131˚F [-30 to +55˚C]

STORAGE TEMP >> -40 to 167˚F [-40 to +75˚C]

DROP >> 48-Inch, MIL-STD-810G Table 516.6-VI

SEALING>> IP-65 for Tablet, IP-67 for remaining system

elements

MIL-STD-810G>> Low Temperature - Cold Boot, Low Temperature -

Storage, High Temperature, Immersion, Altitude, Drop Shock, Vibration, Dust, Sand

MIL-STD-461F >> RE102, CE102, CS101, CS114, CS115, CS116, RS103

APEx PREDATOR SYSTEM >> SPECIFICATIONS

THE APEX PREDATOR SYSTEM

FAC-Utility End User Device(EUD)

TAC ROVER

1922 Radio

TACROVER

1922 Radio/ SADL

ConformalBattery

APEx 152/148 (VMF) in battery eliminator mode

PLRF DAGR

148 Radio

APEx

Placed into a pack pouch

Concealed in a cummerbundAttached to a

battle belt

152 Radio

Wedge

2590 Charger

BB-2590 / BA-5590

DataPower & Data

ITAR CONTROLLED

5”

4”

3”

2”

1”

5”

4”

3”

2”

1”

Laptop

Tablet

Android Device

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Copyright and Trademarks

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